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Vicky Wong
Targus Asia Pacific
(852) 2589 3287 (Tel)
(852) 2569-4047 (Fax)
vwong@targus.com
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Targus Launches Tablet PC Accessories
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Anaheim, CA., January 6, 2003 - In partnership with major Tablet PC manufacturers, Targus offers an exhaustive list of products to enhance new Tablet PC hardware on the market. The below products are a few of the highlights from this list:
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Tablet PC "Slimline" Numeric Keypad
Only ¾" thick at its highest point, this compact and slim numeric keypad featuring full-size keys makes touch-typing a synch for accountants and road warriors. The PAUK10U slim keypad includes a backspace and "000" key, for improved typing efficiency and convenience. The Numeric Lock does not synchronize with the laptop computer's built-in keyboard, therefore will not lock up the alpha keys. The USB cable ensures plug and play and requires no driver software. At $19.99 suggested US retail price, the PAUK10U is available at most national computer and office supplies retailers, or online at www.targus.com, from March 1, 2003.
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Complete Port Replicator
Hit the road with the new Targus USB Mobile Port Replicators, and your Tablet can serve as a full-functioning notebook computer when you are in your hotel room. Weighing in at only 7.5 oz., the slim Port Replicator with Ethernet allows users to easily connect many peripheral products via a single USB connection to support Windows ME, XP as well as 98 and 2000 based Tablet PCs. Peripheral devices such as mice, keyboards, joysticks, printers, PDA's, scanners, speakers, telephones, cameras, and Ethernet networks can easily be connected to this USB port replicator hub. Targus Mobile Port Replicators are currently
available on www.targus.com, as well as at most national computer and office retailers. Retail pricing is $129, or $99 for the version without Ethernet.
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Business Card Scanner
With a Tablet PC and this handy partner, trade show follow-ups are a breeze. Make necessary notes with your Tablet PC at the show, and scan all of the business cards that you collect at the end of each day, when you return home or to your hotel room. This product is currently available at www.targus.com and most major office and computer retailers, with a suggested retail price of only $129.99.
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Optical Mini Mouse with Retractable Cord
Without a cord to tangle, this mouse can fit into its owner's pocket, ready to use at a moment's notice. The full-featured USB mouse includes two mouse buttons and a screen scroller, and along with its retracted cord, measures out to only 2 7/8" x 1.25 Available online at www.targus.com, or at most national computer and office retailers from February 1, 2003. Retail Price is suggested at $19.99.
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"Stealth" Tablet Security - Motion + Data Protection in a PCMCIA Card
Ideal for Tablet PCs, the most comprehensive security solution on the market hides in the PCMCIA slot of a Tablet PC or notebook computer while in use. The DEFCON MDP Key Card addresses both theft deterrence and confidential data protection in one powerful product. The CaveoÒ-enabled Key Card features a motion-activated alarm and security software system that sounds an alert when it detects movement. The user can increase or decrease the level of motion sensitivity. If the movement continues, the alert sounds transition to louder warnings. The user may choose among several options for the alert and warning sounds, including simple chirps and tones, prerecorded voice messages, and even the user's own sound files.
If the notebook computer is carried beyond a distance specified by the owner, the security software implements several actions:
- Sounds an alarm with two possible volume levels (optional, but recommended),
- Shuts down the operating system (if the computer is on),
- Activates an "emergency password" that is required to obtain access to the operating system if the computer is restarted, and
- Secures the keys to encrypted information (enabled by integral encryption software) on the PC Card.
The security software protects the operating system and data even if the PC Card is removed from the PC Card slot without authorization. As an added customer benefit, Targus and Caveo have implemented an online registration process that records a user's specific card and hardware settings, in the event that the legitimate owner needs to replace a lost or stolen keycard. The DEFCON MDP Keycard is priced at only $99, and will be available nationally from February 1, 2003.
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DEFCON Authenticator - Tablet Password Protection in a PCMCIA Card
Targus reaffirmed its dominance of the security space by receiving the prestigious "Best of Show" distinction at the BiometriTech™ Conference and Expo this summer in New York. The Targus DEFCON™ PC Card Authenticator uses fingerprint authentication to prevent unauthorized users from logging onto and accessing vital company and personal information on any Tablet PC, desktop or notebook computer. Bundled with OmniPass® by Softex, these Targus' DEFCON™ Authenticator solutions eliminate reliance on numerous passwords and offer the maximum level of protection for confidential information. The PC Card version fits in a Tablet's PCMCIA slot, and has a retractable fingerprint sensor for authentication. This, and a USB version of the product are currently available on www.targus.com, as well as at most national computer and office retailers. Retail pricing for the PC Card version is $199, and the USB version is $119.
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Mini A/B Switch USB 2.0 4-Port Hub (Targus Model #PAUH200U)
Targus introduces this advanced new miniature USB 2.0 hub that will be of particular interest to Tablet PC users. The product features a switcher, allowing its user to connect two host computers to the same set of peripheral devices. When using alongside a desktop computer, the PAUH200U connects to both the desktop and Tablet PC via 2 upstream USB cables. With the touch of a button, the hub will switch between the 2 host computers that are sharing a set of peripheral devices. With overcurrent detection and protection for each of the 4 ports, this switchable USB 2.0 hub transmits data at super high speed up to 480 Mpbs, 40 times faster than USB 1.1 mode. The Mini A/B Switch USB 2.0 Hub is backward compatible with USB 1.1 and comes with a lightweight AC power adapter supplying power to all 4 ports. At $39.99 suggested US retail price, the PAUH200U is available at most national computer and office supplies retailers, or online at www.targus.com, from March 1, 2003.
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Multi-Purpose Retractable USB & Firewire Cords
Targus brings the versatility of their retractable cord line, combined with their tip innovation to the USB and Firewire arena with new Mini Retractable Cord products. The USB and Firewire cords neatly roll up a port-to-port cord into a circular package around 1.5" in diameter. Interchangeable tips allow users to carry one cord, and adapt it for usage on different ports: USB A, B, and Mini A are interchangeable on the USB version; Firewire versions offer 6 and 4 format tips in any combination. The product will be available on www.targus.com, as well as at most national computer and office retailers, from February 1, 2003.
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USB "Go Anywhere" Drive
The ultra-portable Targus Go-Anywhere USB Keychain Drive stores up to 128 Megabytes of information-an ideal way to carry and transfer business documents, presentations, music, and other personal files. When plugged into a Tablet PC's USB drive, the key-chain sized product acts like any other mass storage device. A unique
security program is included, allowing you to set a password to protect selected files. Prices are as follows: $79.99 for the 32 MB version, $99.99 for the 64 MB version, and $129.99 for the 128 MB drive. The product is currently available on www.targus.com, as well as at most national computer and office retailers.
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About Targus
Now celebrating its 20th year, Targus invented the notebook computer carrying case, partnering with the earliest hardware manufacturers. Targus continues to partner with manufacturers, retailers and other business corporations to provide the best possible protection for notebook and Tablet PCs. As the leading global supplier of portable solutions, Targus also continues to shape the market for portable computing, PDA, and media storage accessories. Targus has offices on every continent and distributes in over 145 countries.
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