New Q1 Developed in Collaboration With Microsoft and Intel
Sales Begin May 7 at http://www.bestbuy.com/ultramobilepc
SAN FRANCISCO, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., a
global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and
digital convergence technologies, today announced the official U.S. launch
of the company's new Ultra Mobile PC (UMPC), the Q1.
The company made the announcement at a San Francisco press event, where
it also announced that the Q1 will be available at Best Buy's e-tail
outlet, http://www.bestbuy.com/ultramobilepc, beginning May 7, and in select Best
Buy stores later this summer as part of a collaboration between the two
companies.
Samsung's media briefing included a live demonstration of the Q1,
highlighting the ultra-portable product's performance, which is comparable
to full-sized notebook PCs and makes up for certain shortcomings of PDAs
and other handheld devices currently available. Mobility is what drives the
Q1. With a wide 7-inch LCD with touch-screen capability and a weight of
just 1.7 lbs., the device was one of the most talked-about new products in
March at CeBIT 2006, the world's largest IT show.
"The Q1 is a good companion PC for the mobile professional that is
looking for the freedom and flexibility of a small mobile device without
having to sacrifice functionality," said HS Kim, executive vice president
of Samsung Electronics Computer System Division. "This product marks the
beginning of a revolution for PCs and PC use."
The Q1 is a collaborative project among Samsung, Microsoft and Intel
Corporation and is the next generation of mobile devices to incorporate the
functionality of a conventional PC with diverse mobile features.
"UMPCs such as Samsung's Q1 represent the beginning of a new era in
mobile computing," said Bill Mitchell, corporate vice president of the
Mobile Platforms Division at Microsoft Corp. "The Q1 Ultra Mobile PC is an
easy-to- carry device with the convenience of a touch screen interface
running Windows XP Tablet PC Edition. It's a great product for anyone on
the go to stay connected, entertained, and informed with the full power of
the PC."
Bluetooth and wired/wireless LAN come standard and provide the user
with easy Internet access. Samsung's AVS function also allows users to
enjoy a variety of multimedia -- movies, music, still photos, video and
navigation -- without booting up Windows.
In addition to the ultra-low-power Intel CPU, Windows XP Tablet PC
Edition and standard PC functions, the Q1 supports an "inking" function
that enables the user to input data directly through the monitor screen,
similar to a handwritten note. The data is then stored as an image file.
"The Samsung Q1 Ultra Mobile PC (UMPC) platform is a good example of
the collaborative innovation between Samsung and Intel. This companion
platform allows users to communicate, access information, be entertained
and stay productive on the go," said Gadi Singer, vice president and
general manager of Intel's Low Power Technologies Group. "We are
aggressively driving low power technologies to enable this exciting new
UMPC category."
The Q1 is expected to generate synergy for Samsung as it begins
bundling the UMPC with its award-winning line of printers, monitors and
other IT products in the American market, and examines ways to seek diverse
solutions through its more than 15,000 IT resellers. It offers a unique,
practical alternative for mobile professionals whose needs continue to
expand daily.
"Successful businesses are beginning to see their communication needs
moving far beyond what their wireless phones have to offer," said Scott
DeTota, a director of Product and Partner Development at CDW Corporation, a
leading provider of technology products and services to business,
government and education. "Particularly in the real estate, legal and
health care industries, deploying ultra-mobile devices such as the Q1 can
provide organizations with competitive advantages by enabling them to
securely and efficiently access, input, exchange and present corporate
data."
The Q1 will retail for $1,099 in the U.S. Various options are available
for purchase, including a USB keyboard, organizer, extended battery and
additional band external optical disc drive.
About Samsung's Information Technology Division
Samsung Electronics America's Information Technology Division (ITD),
located in Irvine, Calif., is a division of Samsung Electronics America,
Inc. (SEA), a U.S. subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Company, Ltd. (SEC).
ITD markets a complete line of award-winning TFT and CRT display products,
color and monochrome laser printers, fax machines and multifunction devices
for professional, corporate and SOHO users. ITD also markets large-screen
plasma displays designed specifically for the professional and commercial
markets.
SEA oversees the North American operations of Samsung's Consumer
Electronics Division (CED) and Information Technology Division (ITD), as
well as its subsidiaries including Samsung Telecommunications America. LP
(STA) and Samsung Semiconductor, Inc. (SSI).
About Samsung Electronics
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor,
telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with
2005 parent company sales of US$56.7 billion and net income of US $7.5
billion. Employing approximately 128,000 people in over 120 offices in 57
countries, the company consists of five main business units: Digital
Appliance Business, Digital Media Business, LCD Business, Semiconductor
Business and Telecommunication Network Business. Recognized as one of the
fastest growing global brands, Samsung Electronics is a leading producer of
digital TVs, memory chips, mobile phones, and TFT-LCDs. For more
information, please visit http://www.samsung.com.
Media Contact:
Bob Silver
MWW Group for Samsung Electronics
206-689-8505
bsilver@mww.com
SOURCE Samsung Electronics
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Related links:
http://www.bestbuy.com/ultramobilepc
http://www.samsung.com
CONTACT:
Bob Silver of MWW Group, +1-206-689-8505,
bsilver@mww.com, for Samsung Electronics
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