Press Release: VIA Announces Development of Tablet PC Reference Design
Posted By Kathy Smith
Date: November 12, 2001
VIA continues the drive for ‘Total Connectivity’ with the
Microsoft Windows-powered Tablet PC concept.
Taipei, Taiwan, 11 November
2001 - VIA Technologies, Inc, a leading innovator
and developer of core logic chipsets, microprocessors, and multimedia and
communications chips, today announced the development of a Tablet PC reference
design. A compact, high performance computer with an innovative ‘digital ink’
system, VIA’s Tablet PC reference design forms a natural evolution of the laptop
and is a key element in the VIA corporate vision of ‘Total Connectivity’.
Taipei, Taiwan, 11 November 2001 - VIA Technologies, Inc, a
leading innovator and developer of core logic chipsets, microprocessors, and
multimedia and communications chips, today announced the development of a Tablet
PC reference design. A compact, high performance computer with an innovative
‘digital ink’ system, VIA’s Tablet PC reference design forms a natural evolution
of the laptop and is a key element in the VIA corporate vision of ‘Total
Connectivity’.
Weighing less than today’s laptops, the VIA Tablet PC reference design is an
intuitive product with universal applications for meeting the needs of business
users at any time and place. At the heart of the system is the acclaimed VIA C3™
EBGA processor with its low power consumption and efficient heat dissipation
features, enabling longer battery life and quiet performance. It also features
the VIA ProSavage PN133 integrated mobile chipset, incorporating proven 2D/3D
graphics capabilities, for even lower power consumption.
The VIA Tablet PC prototype has a 10.4” electro-magnetic digitizer screen in
portrait mode, wireless connectivity and communications capabilities for the
latest IEEE 1394 and USB standards to enhance the productivity of the Tablet PC,
while the pen-driven user interface maintains the simplicity of writing, moving
away from the dependence of the keyboard.
The VIA Tablet PC reference design will be powered by Microsoft Windows XP
Tablet PC Edition, optimized for ease of use with special features including
support for the digital ink concept and enhanced handwriting recognition.
“We are delighted that VIA Technologies, Inc. has joined us in our quest to
bring the Tablet PC concept running Windows XP Tablet PC Edition to market,”
said Alexandra Loeb, General Manager of the Tablet PC at Microsoft Corporation.
“We are confident that the Tablet PC concept represents the next evolution of
the laptop PC, providing the capability to work with digital ink to portable PC
customers everywhere.”
“The VIA Tablet PC reference design bridges the gap between PC and notepad,”
said Richard Brown, Director of Marketing at VIA Technologies, Inc. “We are
excited to be working with Microsoft on the development of this stylish yet
functional computer that has such huge market potential.”
About VIA Technologies, Inc.
VIA Technologies, Inc. is a leading innovator and developer of PC core logic
chipsets, microprocessors, and multimedia and communications chips. VIA delivers
value to the PC industry by designing, marketing, and selling high-performance
VIA Apollo core logic chipsets for the full range of PC platforms, and
cost-effective VIA C3™ processors for Value PCs and Internet Appliances, as well
as developing complete solutions for the PC platform through its VPSD Business
Unit. Its customers include the world's top OEMs, mainboard manufacturers, and
system integrators. VIA is headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, at the center of the
Greater China high-tech manufacturing engine, and has branch offices in the US,
China and Europe. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange (TSE2388),
and achieved annual revenues of nearly US$1 billion in 2000. Additional
information can be found at www.via.com.tw .
Note to reporters, editors and writers: VIA is spelled in ALL CAPS.
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Contact
US
Dan Havey
Phone: 1- 510-687-4678
Fax: 1-501-423-9170
Email: DanHavey@viatech.com
International
Richard Brown
Phone:(886-2)-2218-5452 #6201
Fax: (886)-2-2218-5453
Email: RichardBrown@via.com.tw
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