Award-winning Gateway 21-Inch High-Definition Widescreen Display Sets the
Stage for New $299 19-inch Widescreen LCD Compatible With Microsoft Windows
Vista
IRVINE, Calif., June 15 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Gateway Inc., the
nation's third largest PC manufacturer, today extended its line of High
Definition displays to include a new 19-inch Widescreen LCD flat-panel
model.
The Gateway(R) FPD1975W 19-inch HD Widescreen LCD builds upon the
success of the Gateway FPD2185W 21-inch HD Widescreen LCD to deliver the
many benefits of high-definition viewing to home and business customers at
a price of just $299.99. It is available direct from Gateway now by calling
1-800-GATEWAY or online at http://www.gateway.com.
Gateway plans to bring to market other HD Widescreen LCDs this year and
in 2007.
Usually reserved for much more expensive products, the new Gateway
19-inch HD Widescreen display boasts performance features that enhance the
customer experience, such as a high resolution and contrast ratio,
High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) support and advanced color
calibration. The sleek design of the Gateway 19-inch HD LCD makes it ideal
for space- constrained environments, such as homes, dorm rooms, offices,
call centers, hospitals and retail sites.
"Our expanding line of Gateway High Definition Widescreen LCDs are
helping customer do more with their PCs," said John Schindler, director,
display product marketing, Gateway. "The new Gateway 19-inch High
Definition Widescreen display delivers an outstanding viewing experience by
making graphics, text and images incredibly crisp and vibrant. The larger
widescreen format also boosts productivity, since customers can view
multiple applications without having to toggle between them. In addition,
this display will serve customers well into the future, since it is
compatible with Microsoft Vista."
The Gateway 19-inch Widescreen Display offers investment protection and
long-term functionality with High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection
(HDCP) via a Digital Video Interface (DVI). The HDCP video content
encryption chip is required for viewing high definition content if the
attached PC is running Microsoft's upcoming operating system, Windows
Vista. HDCP support also makes the new LCD compatible with cable and
satellite high-definition video services.
The new Gateway 19-inch Widescreen Display is based on much of the same
award-winning design that has been lauded in the Gateway FPD2185W 21-inch
HD Widescreen Display. Awards for that product include:
* PC Magazine's Editor's Choice award and recognition as one of the Best
Products of Q1 2006
* Computer Games awarded it an Editor's Choice, calling it "The Monitor
of the Demigods"
* ExtremeTech gave it their Approved Award
Advanced Performance for Entertainment and Productivity
The Gateway 19-inch HD Widescreen LCD's combination of superior high
definition picture quality, large widescreen design and performance
features makes it ideal for a range of entertainment, work and productivity
applications.
Digital media hobbies, PC games, movies and other PC entertainment are
enhanced by the display's incredibly stunning 300 cd/m2 brightness and fast
8ms refresh rate. Plus, the Gateway 19-inch HD Widescreen Display can
highlight an array of video content via its VGA and DVI with HDCP ports.
The DVI port provides an ideal viewing experience for everything from
static digital pictures to high-definition-protected content and games. The
display can receive input from a desktop or notebook computer, external
cable or satellite box tuner, DVD player, PVR or game console.
Office productivity will be boosted by the feature-rich display, since
computer users can view multiple applications or documents side-by-side.
Professionals, such as engineers, photographers, graphic artists or those
in healthcare, can clearly view detailed images and crisp graphics and
information thanks to the system's high 1440 x 900 resolution and 700:1
contrast ratio. The system's advanced EzTune(TM) software provides
on-screen PC controls for adjusting monitor settings and allows for
software color calibration -- a feature that those in creative and design
fields such as graphics and photography will appreciate.
Options Boost Flexibility, Usability
Gateway offers several options that extend the flexibility and
usability of the Gateway 19-inch HD Widescreen display. The optional height
adjustable stand can be raised, lowered, swiveled and tilted so customers
can position it to meet their viewing needs. In addition, the stand allows
the display to be rotated from landscape to portrait modes. Landscape mode
provides enhanced viewing for widescreen functions, while portrait mode
makes reading Web pages easier by eliminating the need to scroll to see the
entire page and offers a better experience for displaying full-screen
portrait photos. Integrated software automatically rotates the image when
the display is repositioned from landscape to portrait mode and back.
The optional height adjustable stand also features an integrated USB
2.0 four-port hub making it easy to plug in a digital camera, MP3 player,
keyboard, mouse or USB flash drive. The optional height adjustable stand is
priced at just $69.99.
To complement the unparalleled viewing experience, Gateway offers an
optional speaker bar that delivers high quality sound plus dual earphone
inputs, making it ideal for educational, training and business
environments, where two students or employees may need to view material
simultaneously. The optional speaker bar is priced at just $39.99.
GatewayShield Protects the Display; Warranty Information
Under the unique GatewayShield comprehensive security solution,(1)
Gateway provides the means for professional and home customers to protect
their Gateway 19-inch HD Widescreen LCD. The system's EzTune software's
anti-theft mechanism allows customers to protect the display by setting it
to function only with a specified PC, disabling the full functionality if
it is removed. In addition, the display comes with lock slots so it can be
physically anchored to a desk or other large object.
Gateway supports its LCD displays with a one-year limited warranty for
parts and labor. The company offers a wide range of extended service and
support plans.(2)
About Gateway
Since its founding in 1985, Irvine, Calif.-based Gateway (NYSE: GTW)
has been a technology pioneer, offering award-winning PCs, servers and
related products to consumers, businesses, government agencies and schools.
Gateway is 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 are subject to change without notice or obligation and may not
be available through all sales channels. The names of products or
services herein mentioned are registered trademarks of their respective
owners.
(1) Internet connection required. Additional subscription charges may
apply. Please see http://www.gateway.com/programs/gwshield for terms
and conditions.
(2) Limited warranties and service agreements apply; visit gateway.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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CONTACT:
Lisa Emard of Gateway Inc., +1-949-471-7705,
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