Issue dated - 7th April 2003

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Product Launches

Pitroshni
Book PC BKi810
Mumbai-based Pitroshni has unveiled a multi-purpose Intel Celeron 766 Mhz system in the Indian market. Manufactured by the Taiwan-based Elite Group, a leading manufacturer of PC products, the device christened Book PC, is a compact book-sized device, which offers all the benefits and functionalities of a PC. The device also serves as a DVD, MP3 and VCD player, and can also as be used as a multimedia Internet PC. Book PC comes bundled with software titles that include audio applications such as GAMUT (MP3 file encoder/decoder included), PIC super voice Internet phone applications, media ring talk, Trend Micro anti-virus software, and PC-cillin, AMI desktop client manager, and AMI fault finder (hardware diagnostics). The Book PC is currently available in the Indian market at a price of Rs 12, 500.

Features:

  • Celeron 766 MHz, 64 MB SDRAM and 6.4 GB HDD.
  • LAN: 10/100 MHz ( built-in).
  • High speed slim CPU cooler.
  • Size: 272 x 295 x 82mm.
  • All-in-one mainboard by PC Chips utilising the Intel 810 chipset.
  • Intel Celeron 300-800MHz Socket 370 CPUs.
  • Integrated Intel 810 chipset with 3D AGP VGA embedded, 66 and 100MHz front-side BUS (FSB).
  • 3-Pin power connection on motherboard for CPU cooling fan. Two SDRAM DIMM slots.
  • AV (RCA) or S-Video output for TV connection with 5.1 channel AC3 support.
  • Meets PC98 audio specification.
  • Full duplex playback and recording.
  • HRTF 3D professional audio supports both Direct Sound 3D and A3D interfaces.
  • Supports for 4-channel speakers.

Contact:
Pitroshni Corporation,
3A, Takwadi, Behind DHL Office,
Kalbadevi Road, Mumbai - 400002
Tel: 91 (22) 22000013 / 22070143 / 22082722 / 38
mobile: 91 9820214001

Philips
ACT 200
Philips India in association with Nike has launched a range of portable audio players, including wearable, skip-free and sports-ready FM, CD and MP3 players. In the MP3 category the company has launched the ACT 200, which can store up to 64 MB of uninterrupted music. The product has been designed keeping physical activity in mind. The Philips and Nike joint venture expects to motivate athletic activity by combining music and aesthetic appeal. The product comes in a metal casing blended with a shockproof plastic body. Act 200 comes with a flexible sports headphone for greater user comfort. The ergonomic headphone design is expected to improve stability while running. The stretchable armband enables the user to attach the MP3 player to his arms and enjoy carefree music while involved in physical activity. The product, which weighs just 45 grams without the battery, is priced at Rs 8,500 and will soon be available across the country.

Features:

  • Designed for movement.
  • No-look buttons.
  • Skip free audio.
  • Smart wire management.
  • Splash proof.
  • Built in 64 MB memory.
  • Plays MP3, Windows Media formatted content and future formats.
  • 10-hour battery life.
  • EQ with five presets—rock, hiphop, funk, techno and normal.
  • Three-colour LED indicator.

Contact:
Consumer Electronics Division,
Philips India, Tel: 91 (22) 5691 2000 Extn: 2276
E-mail: gauri.ambardekar-raje@philips.com


All product information featured in this section has been extracted from material sent by manufacturers or resellers. This section only seeks to inform readers about the availability of these products. Please note that none of these products have been formally reviewed by Express Computer. Please send all IT-related new product details to: Product Launches, Express Computer, Indian Express Newspapers (Bombay) Ltd, Express Towers, 1st Floor, Nariman Point, Mumbai 400021. Tel: 91-22-5630 1020. Extn: 344 E-mail: ec@expresscomputeronline.com

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