NEW YORK, PC EXPO, Booth #2622, June 24 /PRNewswire/ -- At a press
conference today spotlighting a variety of product innovations, Sony
Electronics added the new CLIE(TM) PEG-T665C model to its family of personal
entertainment organizers. The new handheld offers multimedia features that
engage users and increase productivity.
"We took the best features of previous CLIE handhelds, packed them into an
elegant design and added the most horsepower of any Palm Powered(TM) device,
but the new model is more than the sum of its features," said Russell Paik,
Sony Electronics' vice president for handheld marketing at its Information
Technology Products Division.
The new color handheld model will be available at retailers nationwide in
July for about $400 or can be pre-ordered beginning today
at http://www.sonystyle.com/clie .
Integrated MP3 Player and Speaker Sing the Day Away
Integrated extras help users get more from this new handheld. For
example, with its integrated audio player, the CLIE PEG-T665C model allows
users to enjoy digital audio files stored on an optional Memory Stick(R) media
card. Using the supplied headphones, users can listen to their favorite MP3
audio files when traveling to the next appointment or taking a leisurely
stroll.
"The beauty is in the details," Paik said. "From the gorgeous display to
the chrome-accented, aluminum case, we've designed more than just a handheld.
We've designed an experience."
The new model features an integrated lithium-ion polymer rechargeable
battery that supports up to 10 days of average use (approximately 30 minutes a
day with backlight set off) or four hours of continuous MP3 playback (with
display off). In order to further conserve battery life, Sony has
incorporated a "Hold" button into this new model that turns off the LCD screen
while still playing audio.
Personalized audio tunes and a built-in speaker make alarms a welcome
reminder. Users can simply select preset audio tunes or convert their
favorite MIDI and WAV files on a PC with the bundled Sound Converter
application. These customized sounds work with the supplied World Alarm Clock
software to prevent rude awakenings. Furthermore, the built-in speaker
enriches the gaming experience with more engaging sound effects on supported
applications.
Productivity Software to Lighten The Load
For users who are unable to take a notebook PC everywhere they go, the
CLIE T665C handheld offers software for up-to-the-minute editing. Mobile
users can transfer important Microsoft(R) Word and Excel documents from their
PC to the new handheld using the bundled Documents To Go(R) Standard Edition
(DataViz, Inc.), a popular desktop software for handhelds. The handheld's
high-resolution color screen (320 x 320 pixels) will render a quarterly
projection report in fine detail.
Professionals can use the new device to jot personalized notes with the
supplied CLIE(TM) Paint application or draw directly on a digital image to
illustrate a point. For example, a real estate agent might show a picture of
a house to a perspective client, or a landscape designer can show the exact
placement of a fountain. With 16 MB (15MB actual) of internal memory and an
integrated Memory Stick(R) slot, professionals can keep a library of digital
still images at their fingertips.
Applications and an Operating System that Turn on the Fun
A powerful addition to Sony's handheld family, the new model allows users
to view their friends' pictures, play games and take advantage of a multitude
of compatible Palm OS(R) applications. The new device combines the Palm
operating system (v.4.1), and the fastest processor available for Palm
Powered(TM) devices (66 MHz).
With an enhanced infrared (IR) port and supplied CLIE(TM) Remote Commander
software, the new handheld acts as a universal remote controller, controlling
electronic devices from up to 15 feet away. Users can roll tape in a meeting
or control the household AV products with preset programs for DVD players,
TVs, VCRs and AV receivers from most manufacturers.
Optional Accessories Make Portability Key
For users who wish to complement their graffiti pad with an optional
keyboard, Sony also introduced today the new Mini Keyboard PEGA-KB20. The
ultra-small keyboard connects easily to the serial connector of any CLIE
T-series handheld. The keyboard attaches securely onto the bottom of the
unit. The familiar QWERTY keyboard layout and dedicated application buttons
make typing notes and opening applications easier than ever.
CLIE T-series handheld owners can also have a cradle at their home and
office using the new PEGA-UC60K with USB cradle and AC adapter. The keyboard
and optional cradle will be available at retail stores and online for about
$50 each.
Editor's Note: Sony Electronics' Information Technologies Product
Division, based in San Diego, markets branded VAIO(R) notebook and desktop
computer products; CLIE(TM) handheld devices and home digital photo printers.
For additional information about Sony products, customers can call
(888) 222-SONY, or visit Sony's web site at: http://www.sony.com/clie . Press
releases and digital images are available at Sony Electronics' news and
information web site at: http://www.sony.com/news . Specifications are subject to
change. Some third party software and devices may currently have limited
functionality or may not be compatible with this new model.
Please note that "CLIE" should always be written with an accent mark over
the letter "E."
For further information, please contact: David D. Yang of Sony
Electronics, +1-858-942-7733, david.d.yang@am.sony.com; or Rob Litt of
Burson-Marsteller, +1-858-646-3076, rob_litt@sdg.bm.com, for Sony Electronics.
SOURCE Sony Electronics
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Related links:
http://www.sonystyle.com/clie
CONTACT:
David D. Yang of Sony Electronics,
+1-858-942-7733, david.d.yang@am.sony.com; or Rob Litt of
Burson-Marsteller, +1-858-646-3076, rob_litt@sdg.bm.com, for Sony
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