Microsoft Ultra-Mobile PC unveiled at CeBIT 2006

Mar 09 Microsoft Ultra-Mobile PC unveiled at CeBIT 2006
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Microsoft unveiled details for Ultra-Mobile Personal Computers /UMPC/, a new category of mobile computing devices that features small, lightweight, carry-everywhere hardware designs coupled with the full functionality of a Microsoft Windows-based PC and a choice of input options, including enhanced touch-screen capabilities. The presentation of this new platform happened during the CeBIT 2006 in Germany, the world’s largest trade fair showcasing digital IT and telecommunications solutions.

According to Bill Mitchell, corporate vice president of Microsoft's Windows Mobile Platforms Division, the UMPCs are a new category of mobile PCs designed to support increasing mobile lifestyles. They support mobile-tuned user interface features such as touch, pen and dedicated buttons as well as keyboards for convenient access to Windows-based applications on-the-go.
Featuring full Microsoft Windows XP functionality and the ability to touch, write, or type, the Ultra-Mobile PC is a powerful companion that lets you communicate, accomplish your tasks, and stay entertained and informed wherever life takes you

With UMPC you can connect to the Internet with WiFi quickly and easily and extend the UMPC’s Internet access beyond WiFi hot spots by connecting a Bluetooth-enabled wireless phone. Stay in touch with friends and colleagues by e-mail and instant messages, and stay informed by accessing the Web when and where you want.

You can use full versions of Microsoft Office system software, Internet Explorer, and other Windows-compatible applications. Navigating your way around any city using optional GPS capabilities and mapping software such as Microsoft Streets & Trips is made quite simple and easy now.

UMPCs combine Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition operating system and other new technologies, making them more mobile and simpler to use than previous mobile computers. For example, the new, pre-installed Microsoft Touch Pack for Windows XP software optimizes the touch screen user interface for UMPCs to simplify navigation and ease-of-use while on the go.

With powerful processors, big, bright displays, easy input options, and support for the latest connectivity standards, Ultra-Mobile PCs are ready for your life on the go.

Hardware Specifications
# Windows XP Tablet PC Edition 2005 OS
# Approximately 7” diagonal display (or smaller)
# Minimum 800 x 480 resolution
# Approximately 2 pounds
# Integrated touch panel
# WiFi- and Bluetooth-enabled

While the first generation of UMPCs will run Windows XP Tablet PC Edition 2005, future models will run on Windows Vista.

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