NEW YORK, Nov. 7, 2002 - Motion Computing - an innovator in ultra-mobile computing and wireless communications - today spearheaded a new personal computing category with the launch of a Tablet PC that drives full-function computing in new ways and places, and offers a better fit for today's mobile digital work style.
Sporting a 12.1-inch XGA display that is 35 percent larger than a conventional 10.4-inch screen, Motion's M1200 Tablet PC features a slim, clipboard-sized "pure" tablet design optimized for true mobility. It uniquely integrates the industry's best hardware and wireless features with Microsoft's powerful new operating system, Windows XP Tablet PC Edition. The new system is priced from $2,199 and weighs less than three pounds in a base configuration.
The Motion M1200 is ideal for markets ranging from healthcare and financial services to education and field sales and service, and its pen and voice input combined with today's applications enable productivity gains and an uncompromised mobile computing experience.
For example, the sleek, durable magnesium-cased Motion M1200 can be used walking around a hospital, sitting in a meeting or a classroom taking notes and sending handwritten emails, handling a myriad of forms-based tasks, or remotely accessing the Internet or a company database.
In addition, the Motion M1200 can be quickly adapted for conventional desktop use with a broad selection of peripherals such as a keyboard, mouse and Motion's versatile "FlexDock" docking station, which allows its industry-leading display to be easily viewed in portrait or landscape.
The Motion M1200 is the result of Motion's joint development agreement with Microsoft - which launched its Windows XP Tablet PC Edition operating system today - and a manufacturing and logistics partnership with Compal Electronics, the world's largest contract manufacturer of notebook PCs. The new system is powered by Intel's most advanced mobile technology, the ultra-low voltage 866MHz Mobile Intel Pentium III Processor - M.
"The latest generation of Tablet PCs has the potential to accelerate the convergence of mobile and wireless technologies," said industry analyst Andrew Seybold, president of Andrew Seybold's Outlook. "Motion Computing knows what it takes to succeed in this emerging market. They've assembled a team of seasoned industry veterans who understand world-class technology, marketing and service."
"We've been working for more than a year on a new class of ultra-mobile computer for today's digital work style," said Motion CEO Scott Eckert. "By leveraging extensive usability research, focused industrial design, mobile-optimized components, integrated wireless and more 'natural' pen and voice input, we designed a product around the way people work rather than forcing them to adapt their work styles to a computer."
"Motion Computing and Microsoft have a strategic relationship designed to deliver a compelling combination of mobility, power and versatility," said Alexandra Loeb, vice president of the Tablet PC Division at Microsoft Corp. "We're confident that Motion's user-centric product development expertise coupled with the advantages of Windows XP Tablet PC Edition will significantly increase productivity across a wide range of occupations."
In addition to incorporating the latest from Microsoft and Intel, the new system offers a wide range of competitive advantages that translate into user benefits, including:
Scheduled for availability later this month in the U.S. and Canada, the Motion M1200 is being marketed by the company's network of value-added resellers and direct via Motion's website.
In keeping with Motion's ultra-efficient business model, each Tablet PC will be built to order and air shipped via FedEx to ensure rapid delivery.
About Motion Computing
Founded in August 2001 largely by former Dell executives, Motion Computing's sole mission is to develop, manufacture, market and support a family of innovative ultra-mobile computing and communications products. Motion products are designed for users in a variety of vertical markets who need more simplicity and mobility than their current portable devices provide. For more information about Motion Computing or the Motion M1200 Tablet PC, including downloadable images,
go to http://www.motioncomputing.com/.
Alexandra Loeb, VP, Microsoft's Tablet PC Division...
"Motion Computing and Microsoft have a strategic relationship designed to deliver a compelling combination of mobility, power and versatility. We're confident that Motion's user-centric product development expertise coupled with the advantages of Windows XP Tablet PC Edition will significantly increase productivity across a wide range of occupations."
Anand Chandrasekher, VP & GM, Intel's Mobile Platforms Group...
"Powered by the advanced Ultra Low Voltage Mobile Intel Pentium III Processor - M, Motion Computing's M1200 Tablet PC delivers on the promise of full computing functionality in a fanless slate form factor. Mobile users have come to expect that Intel's mobile processors provide great performance, long battery life and the freedom of wireless connectivity in easy-to-carry form factors." Alan Promisel, mobile computing research Analyst, IDC"IDC believes that strong demand exists for slate-designed tablets aimed at the vertical market space. Motion Computing is clearly a contender to watch based on the pedigree of its senior management team and a leading-edge technology integration capability exemplified by the M1200's 12.1-inch display."
Andrew Seybold, president of Andrew Seybold's Outlook...
"The latest generation of Tablet PCs has the potential to accelerate the convergence of mobile and wireless technologies. Motion Computing knows what it takes to succeed in this emerging market. They've assembled a team of seasoned industry veterans who understand world-class technology, marketing and service."
Computerworld, Oct. 7, 2002...
Weil, Gotshal & Manges has tested Taipei, Taiwan-based Acer Inc.'s TravelMate 100, a notebook PC that a user can convert to a tablet device by swiveling and folding the display down over the keyboard. But (CIO James) McGinnis says he's more impressed with native tablet designs such as the 12-in. screen tablet by Motion Computing Inc., an Austin, Texas-based company whose founders include former Dell Computer Corp. executives.
Newsweek, June 24, 2002...
"Finally, and perhaps most intriguingly, are the more striking designs with wider, flatter displays, like the clipboard-sized slab created by newcomer Motion Computing."
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