Wacom Pen and Digitizer Make Digital Content Creation Natural and Intuitive
IRVINE, Calif., June 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Gateway today
refreshed its award-winning convertible notebook with several new
technologies, providing digital artists with a secure and powerful
electronic palette ideally suited for creating a wide range of art forms.
Featuring a pen and digitizer from the industry leader of digital pen
technology, Wacom, the E-295C also includes an optional finger print
reader, next generation graphics from ATI and a bright 14-inch widescreen
display. Combined with the latest Intel Core 2 Duo processor and chipset,
the E-295C is a powerful tool sure to please the most discriminating
Professional customer. Gateway will also offer a version of the product for
home and home office customers, the Gateway(R) C-140.
"Digital artists who rely on the latest and greatest technology as a
medium for expressing their work will appreciate the benefits of our newest
convertible notebook," said Gary Elsasser, Gateway senior vice president,
products. "Its ergonomic design and advanced capabilities make it an
extremely intuitive and practical mobile device for digital content
creation of all types."
Pen and Digitizer from Industry Leader Wacom Delivers Best in Class
Technology
Gateway's new convertible employs Wacom's latest pen sensor technology,
delivering a natural, intuitive way to navigate and communicate with the
computer. The pen provides creative control, comfort and freedom not
inherent with other input devices. Drawing, sketching, jotting notes and
navigating are a breeze.
The battery-free Gateway executive stylus is pressure sensitive, and is
ideal for simulating paint on canvas. With 256 levels of sensitivity, users
can easily achieve a wide range of effects, making it ideal for simulating
either fine or thick brush strokes.
For pencil sketches and line drawings, the Wacom pen allows artists to
write or draw at varying angles without the ink disappearing when the pen
is slanted.
The Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD) is a Gateway
customer that has been using Gateway's tablet PCs for several years. This
school is particularly excited about the E-295C and Wacom technology, due
to the benefits previous Gateway tablet PCs have brought to the classroom.
Faculty and students in the animation department are especially tech-savvy,
and have found tablet computing to be tremendously useful in their
discipline.
"Tablet computing brings remarkable benefits to student productivity
and learning," said Dan Seely, Department Chair. "Traditional animation
drawing with pencil and paper is a multifaceted and time consuming process.
But with the use of animation software and electronic ink and paper, our
students have quickly overcome the 'paper scan bottleneck,' which can make
it difficult for them to get work done."
By inputting drawings directly into a computer, the overall workflow
and timeline has been streamlined. In the past, animations had to be
retraced on paper several times, then scanned into a PC. Lines often had to
be redrawn, cleaned up and filled in with color. But using a digitized pen
and touch screen, students can now see individual frames progress and
transition immediately, so they can adjust for motion and depth,
essentially perfecting their work in real time.
Not only does the use of technology assist students in their daily
studies, it also helps prepare them for the real world. "Wacom's technology
is the industry standard, so our students are learning to use the same
technologies and processes employed by major animation houses," said Seely.
"It makes for an easy transition and equips them with the skills they need
to move into a professional environment and become productive employees
almost immediately."
Not only has tablet computing assisted the college with student
learning, it also supports RMCAD's campus-wide green initiative by removing
a large amount of wasted paper as it moves toward a digital, paperless
environment. "Currently, student work in the animation department is done
90 percent on paper," said Jonathan Stiles, director of campus technology
at RMCAD. "Over the course of the next year, we will be reducing that
amount to 10 percent, an enormous overhaul that will positively impact the
environment and benefit our students at the same time."
Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design, located in Colorado, offers
fully- accredited BFA degrees in: Sculpture, Painting + Drawing,
Illustration, Animation, Interior Design, Art Education, and Graphic Design
+ Interactive Media; including specializations in: Green Design and
Children's Book Illustration. To view artwork and animations created by
students, visit http://www.rmcad.edu/galleries/animation.aspx.
Advanced Low Power Graphics Maximize Battery Life
Unlike other convertible notebooks on the market, customers can
configure their system with different graphics options, depending on their
needs. Delivering some of the best graphic capabilities available in a
convertible notebook today, the E-295C features the ideal combination of
high-performance graphics and battery life. Customers have a choice of an
ATI Mobility(TM) Radeon(R) HD X2300 with 256MB PCI Express Graphics(1)
video controller, or the energy saving Integrated Intel(R) Graphics Media
Accelerator X3100, which delivers enhanced video quality at speeds twice as
fast as the previous generation.
The PC can be configured for mobility through the use of a lightweight
battery option or for extended operation, for up to 10.6 hours of battery
life(2).
The convertible notebook features a spacious 14-inch widescreen display
with a wide viewing angle. This shows more area on the panel at different
angles.
And with constant connectivity through a choice of either integrated
Intel 802.11a/b/g WiFi or optional Bluetooth 2.0 wireless options, artists
can stay connected in local hot spots while they are out of the studio.
This can be especially useful for artists showcasing their work at local
coffee shops or art studios.
Designed for Durability and Comfort
The new convertible notebook features an ergonomic and durable design,
making it easy to use in any environment and durable enough to go just
about anywhere. Sketching from a mountaintop or in an artist's loft, the
PC's ergonomic design makes it comfortable to hold while standing or
sitting. The system easily adjusts for right-hand or left-hand use, while
the battery acts as an ergonomic hand grip that makes the unit easy to
grasp and carry. The display is flush with the surrounding frame, making
the entire surface a smooth, even work space, similar to paper or canvas.
Built for strength, it also features a scratch-resistant glass screen
and magnesium lid and internal frame. The swiveling display is attached
with an alloy hinge, which is securely anchored in magnesium, while a pair
of magnetically-activated latches keeps the display securely locked in
place.
Security Features Protect Priceless Artwork
New to Gateway's convertible notebook line, an optional UPEK(R)
Biometric Fingerprint Reader assures customers their information is secure
from theft.
Gateway also offers Absolute Software's Computrace(R) Complete notebook
security and tracking software, providing the ability to track down the PC
if it is stolen. And like all Gateway Professional notebooks, Trusted
Platform Module (TPM) 1.2 hardware is integrated onto the motherboard,
safeguarding data and email communications through encryption and
authentication(3).
Pricing and Availability
The Gateway(R) E-295C and C-140 are available to order now with a
starting price of $1,549 and $1,099.99 respectively. For more information,
customers can visit http://www.gateway.com or call 1-800-GATEWAY. Solution
providers and value-added resellers (VARs) interested in partnering with
Gateway through the ProNet Partner Program, can find more information at
http://www.gatewaycom/pronet.
Gateway Professional
From award-winning servers to innovative notebooks and professional
services, Gateway has served organizations for 21 years. It recently earned
number one customer satisfaction ratings from Technology Business Research
for both corporate notebooks and desktops, by delivering the innovative
products and outstanding service customers want. Gateway's mission is to
exceed customers' expectations for quality, innovation and service with
100-percent U.S.-based telephone technical support for its professional
customers, a configure-to-order assembly facility in Nashville, Tenn. and a
Best Practices Tech Support Center in S.D. The company offers programs
designed specifically for the needs of customers in education, government
and businesses as well as reseller partners. Gateway customers include many
of the world's leading organizations, such as the U.S. Defense Logistics
Agency, the University of Arizona, state of California, state of New York,
Los Angeles Unified School District and others. For more information on
Gateway Professional solutions, visit http://www.gateway.com/business.
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.
Limited-time offers subject to change without notice or obligation and
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Gateway Terms and Conditions of Sale apply. Trademarks used herein are
trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. in the United States
and other countries. All other brands or product names are trademarks or
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(1) 128MB GDDR3 Dedicated Memory, with up to 256MB shared (using
HyperMemory(TM) Technology).
(2) Battery life varies depending upon use and configuration.
(3) Internet connection required. Additional subscription charges may
apply. Please see http://www.gateway.com/programs/gwshield for terms and
conditions.
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