Popular Features Let Customers Enjoy Digital Media Hobbies and New Software
IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Gateway today brings
tremendous value and style to budget-conscious customers with the debut of
its new line of eMachines PCs, featuring a new design and Microsoft(R)
Windows Vista(TM).
The eMachines line of desktop PCs features a sleek case that will look
stylish and contemporary in family rooms, dorm rooms and offices. In
addition, the new case makes it easier for customers to access
frequently-used ports and technology features.
With the addition of Microsoft Windows Vista, the new eMachines PC line
is equipped to provide an easier, safer and more efficient computing
experience. In order to take advantage of Microsoft Windows Vista, the
eMachines line features advanced processors, ample memory, DirectX 9.0
graphics and the latest in extras that enhance digital media hobbies. Plus,
the high-end model of the line, the eMachines T5224, comes equipped with an
Intel Pentium dual core processor and the extra features that make it ready
to handle Vista Home Premium.
The new line of eMachines PCs is available at leading retailers at
starting prices from $349.99 to $529.99 after a mail-in or instant rebate
up to $50.(1)
"The popular technology in the new eMachines PC line sets the stage for
letting customers enjoy the new capabilities of Microsoft Windows Vista,"
said Glenn Jystad, Gateway's manager of consumer desktops. "Combined with a
contemporary new design, the new eMachines PC line provides a tremendous
value to customers who want an affordable yet reliable new PC already
equipped with Vista."
Editing digital photos and video, downloading music, burning CDs and
viewing DVD movies is easy with the advanced features of the eMachines line
and the new capabilities of Microsoft Windows Vista. Two models in the new
PC line feature a leading-edge 15-in-1 Digital Media reader, which accepts
virtually all of the most popular media cards and flash memory used in
consumer electronics devices like digital cameras and digital video
cameras. The PCs also feature six USB ports each, so consumer electronics
devices as well as peripherals like printers can be directly connected.
Ready to be used for movie viewing and listening to CDs, the PCs come
with either a CD-RW/DVD Combo drive or a Multi-format Double-Layer DVD+/-RW
drive for burning and playing back MP3 music, video, photos and other
content. The PCs have 6-Channel (5.1) High Definition audio capabilities
for crisp, clear sound. DirectX 9.0 compatible graphics make them ready for
popular games and movie viewing.
Customers who want to upgrade the systems in the future may do so. Each
PC has an open PCI Express x16 slot that can house a dedicated graphics
card. The systems also have an open 3.5-inch bay and 5.25-inch bay for
future upgrades and expansion. The new eMachines desktop PCs are network
and broadband-ready with 10/100 Ethernet LAN and a 56K v.92 fax/data-ready
modem.
The new PCs come with features that maximize customer enjoyment. Each
PC is pre-installed with 10 demo games and one hour of game play powered by
WildTangent(R). In addition, each PC comes with Cyberlink(R) Power2Go(TM)
for digital movie creation and playback. All of the new PCs also come with
Microsoft(R) Digital Image Starter Edition 2006 (with 60-day Digital Image
Standard 2006 Trial) for editing and managing digital pictures.
Each of the PCs comes with Microsoft(R) Works 8.5, a 60-day trial of
Microsoft(R) Office(R) 2007 Home Student Edition, Microsoft(R) Money 2006
and Microsoft(R) Internet Explorer 7. The systems are equipped with
Adobe(R) Reader 8.0, a six month membership of AOL 9.0,(2) Google Toolbar,
Google Desktop Search, RealNetworks RealPlayer(R), Quicktime(R) and a
30-day trial of Napster 3.0.(3)
The new eMachines PCs for the first quarter of 2007 include:
eMachines T3604 Desktop PC Configuration:
* Intel(R) Celeron(R) D 356 Processor (3.33GHz, 512KB L2 cache,
533MHz FSB)
* 512MB DDR2 Memory Expandable to 2GB
* 120GB 7200RPM Hard Drive(4)
* CD-RW/DVD Combo Drive
* Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950
* Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic(5)
* Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $349.99 after a mail-in or
instant rebate up to $50.(1)
eMachines T5082 Desktop PC Configuration:
* Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 Processor 631 (3.00GHz, 2MB L2 cache,
800MHz FSB)
* 512MB DDR2 Memory Expandable to 2GB
* 160GB 7200RPM Hard Drive(4)
* Multi-format, Dual-layer DVD+/-R/RW Drive
* 15-in-1 Digital Media Reader
* ATI Radeon Xpress 200 with ATI Radeon X300 Based Integrated Graphics
with DirectX 9.0 Support
* Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic(5)
* Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $399.99 after a mail-in or
instant rebate up to $50.(1)
eMachines T5224 Desktop PC Configuration:
* Intel(R) Pentium(R) D 820 Processor (two cores, each running at
2.80GHz, two 1MB L2 cache, 800MHz FSB)
* 1024MB DDR2 Memory Expandable to 2GB
* 250GB SATA II 7200RPM Hard Drive(4)
* Multi-format, Dual-layer DVD+/-R/RW Drive
* 15-in-1 Digital Media Reader
* Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950
* Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium(5)
* Intel Viiv compatible
* Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $529.99 after a mail-in or
instant rebate up to $50.(1)
World-Class Software, Service and Support
Protecting the customer's data and investment, the new eMachines PCs
are pre-installed with eMachines Internet Security Bundle. This includes a
90-day trial of McAfee Internet Security Suite(TM) (Anti-Virus, Anti-Spam,
Anti-Spyware, Firewall and Parental Control).(6) A pro-active service tool
called BigFix(R) is included on all eMachines systems.(7) With the
customer's permission, BigFix identifies and sends messages offering
updates to enhance the performance or capabilities of the PC.
The company's extensive online support center helps customers maximize
their PC investment; it gives them easy access to customer support
representatives and information on important issues such as warranties,
technical issues and upgrading. The eMachines line of PCs comes with a
standard one-year limited warranty.(8) For more information on eMachines
products, customers can visit http://www.emachines.com.
About eMachines
eMachines, a leading PC desktop brand in U.S. retail, is part of the
Gateway (NYSE: GTW) family of technology products that has been recognized
for its world-class customer service and support. Since its founding in
1985, Irvine, Calif.-based Gateway has been offering award-winning PCs and
related products to consumers, businesses, government agencies and schools
with highest quality and service and best overall value. Gateway is now the
third largest PC company in the U.S. and among the top ten worldwide. The
company's value-based eMachines brand is sold exclusively by leading
retailers worldwide, while the premium Gateway line is available at major
retailers, over the web and phone, and through its direct and indirect
sales force. See http://www.gateway.com for more information.
All offers subject to change without notice or obligation and may not
be available at all retail locations. Prices listed are manufacturer
suggested retail prices and may vary by retail location. Applicable taxes
extra. Sale subject to Limited Warranty and Terms & Conditions agreement.
Gateway cannot be held responsible for pricing or other typographical
errors. Other product or service names mentioned herein are the trademarks
of their respective owners.
1. For more information about rebate offer, log on to
http://www.emachines.com/support/rebates.html
2. Additional phone charges may apply. Call 1-800-846-2000 for details
and access numbers. Check the number you select with your local phone
company. New U.S. members 18+ only. Major credit card or checking
account required.
3. New Napster members only. Major credit card or Paypal required. You
may cancel the service anytime before the end of your Free Trial and
your account will not be billed, unless you purchase any tracks or
albums during the trial. At the end of the trial period, if you do
not cancel your membership, Napster will charge your account $9.95 per
month. For details please go to http://www.napster.com.
4. Accessible capacity varies; MB = 1 million bytes; GB = 1 billion
bytes.
5. Not all Windows Vista features are available for use on all Windows
Vista Capable PCs. All Windows Vista Capable PCs will run the core
experiences of Windows Vista, such as innovations in organizing and
finding information, security, and reliability. Some features
available in premium editions of Windows Vista -- like the new Windows
Aero(TM) user interface-require advanced or additional hardware.
Check http://www.windowsvista.com/editions for details.
6. 90 days of LiveUpdate feature included. Internet connection required.
7. Internet connection required.
8. Limited warranties and service agreements apply; visit eMachines.com
or call 1-800-846-2000 for a free copy. Service agreements are issued
and performed by third parties. May not be available in all
locations. Phone charges may apply for tech support.
SOURCE Gateway, Inc.
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Related links:
http://www.emachines.com
http://www.emachines.com/support/rebates.html
http://www.napster.com
http://www.windowsvista.com/editions
http://www.gateway.com
CONTACT:
Lisa Emard of Gateway, Inc., +1-949-471-7705,
lisa.emard@gateway.com
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