Friday, March 17, 2006

Microsoft's ultramobile devices - Origami

This week at CeBIT in Germany, Microsoft revealed it's foray into handheld devices with LBS capabilities:

The company said devices, powered by processors from Intel Corp., would be available starting in the second quarter from hardware makers like Korea's Samsung Electronics Co.
Models from other hardware manufacturers are also expected, with devices ranging in price from $599 to $999, according to Microsoft.
While versions of the device will vary by manufacturer, the ultramobile PCs are expected to weigh less than two pounds. They will come with a 7-inch touch screen that offers several methods of inputting information like enhanced touch-screen software and a stylus-type pen, as well as keyboard interfaces.


"The extremely mobile nature of these devices, together with the richness of Windows PC technology, combine to create a powerful platform for mobile communications, entertainment, gaming and new scenarios such as location-based services," said Bill Mitchell, vice president of Microsoft's Windows Mobile Platforms business.

Read more at this article on SciTech Today.

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