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September 16, 2007 - Source : VIA Technologies, Inc.
Editors: VIA Technologies, Corporate News, Corporate Newswire, Business News, Business Newswire, Biz News, Biz Newswire
New Delhi, Delhi, India, (InfoMailers.com) ::
The higher-speed processor in this update of the OQO model O2 – the world’s smallest full-featured Windows Vista-capable PC – will further increase the device’s performance and thus enable mobile professionals to enhance their anytime/anywhere productivity.
In addition to a faster processor, the OQO model O2 update will also feature configurations with options such as compliance with the super fast “EVDO Rev. A” high-speed wireless transmission standard, which delivers data rates of up to 1.4Mbps, improved upstream speed and lower latency. The update will also offer enhanced storage capacity of up to 120GB, and an SSD (solid state drive) option is also available.
“We are delighted that OQO has adopted our 1.6GHz VIA C7-M ULV processor for their model O2 update,” commented Richard Brown, Vice President of Corporate Marketing, VIA Technologies, Inc. “This provides further evidence of our leadership in developing cutting- edge platforms for the rapidly growing UMD market.”
“With this update, we are extending the performance envelope of the model 02,” said Bob Rosin, OQO’s Senior Vice President of Marketing & Alliances. “With its faster CPU performance, increased hard drive capacities, SSD option and improved wireless capability, the device becomes an even more compelling solution for mobile professionals.”
About the VIA C7-M Ultra Mobile Platform
VIA’s core design strengths of low power draw, extreme miniaturization and a wide range of integrated features have made the VIA Ultra Mobile Platform and the VIA C7-M ULV processor the number one choice for the emerging new generation of Ultra Mobile Devices, which deliver full PC functionality and a complete, no-compromise Internet experience in an ultra compact form factor.
The VIA C7-M Ultra Mobile Platform is based on the low power drawing VIA C7-M ULV x86 processor, which has been specifically designed for small form-factor Ultra Mobile Devices (UMDs). The VIA C7-M ULV processor is based on the VIA CoolStream architecture and manufactured using an advanced 90nm process, and has a low profile nanoBGA2 package measuring just 21mm x 21mm. VIA C7-M ULV processors are available at speeds of 1.0-1.6GHz with a maximum thermal design power (TDP) as low as 3.5 watts and idle power as little as 0.1 watt, ensuring unparalleled battery life. This is complemented by a highly integrated and power efficient unified chipset, enabling designs with drastically reduced weight, size and thickness. More information on the VIA C7-M Ultra Mobile Platform and UMD partner products may be found on the VIA website at:
http://www.via.com.tw/en/products/ultra_mobile
To learn more about the Ultra Mobile Lifestyle, please join our vibrant community of mobility enthusiasts at: www.ultramobilelife.com
About VIA Technologies, Inc.
VIA Technologies, Inc. (TSE 2388) is the foremost fabless supplier of market-leading core logic chipsets, low power x86 processors, advanced connectivity, multimedia and networking silicon, and complete platform solutions that are driving system innovation in the PC and embedded markets. Headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, VIA’s global network links the high-tech centers of the US, Europe and Asia, and its customer base includes the world’s top OEMs, motherboard vendors and system integrators. www.via.com.tw
About the OQO model O2
Based in San Francisco, California, OQO Inc. leads the UMD (also called UMPC) market with the ultra-small, powerful, ergonomic, and ultra-connected model 02. The company is also attributed with redefining mobile computing with its groundbreaking model 01 series which was released in 2004. The new OQO model 02 is a full-powered, full-featured Windows XP / Vista™ computer with embedded EVDO wireless broadband capability and class-leading ergonomics, in a pocketable, dockable form factor that gives the mobile workforce true Anytime/Anywhere Productivity™.
Weighing only one pound and measuring 5.6 x 3.3 x 1 inches, the model 02 is a UMPC that is compact enough to carry with you in a jacket pocket, briefcase, or purse. The five-inch WVGA LCD slides up to reveal a new, ergonomic, backlit QWERTY keyboard. The OQO model O2 also features innovations such as capacitive TouchScrollers™ and an integrated thumb keyboard and track stick.
For further information please contact::
India V.K.Arora
Phone 91-11-22373716/22375448
Email vk_arora ( @ ) vsnl dot com
International: Richard Brown
Phone: (886)-2-2218-5452 #6201
Fax: (886)-2-2218-5453
Email: RIBrown ( @ ) via dot com dot tw
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