Sharp Expands Ultra-Mobile Notebook Offering

Oct. 30, 2001--Sharp Systems of America, a U.S. business unit of Sharp Corporation, the recognized world leader of LCD technology, today announced general availability of the PC-UM10M, a 256 MB SDRAM version of their newest ultra-mobile notebook computer, the PC-UM10. Engineered for mobile professionals, the Sharp PC-UM10M combines ultra-mobility with full functionality. Weighing less than three pounds and just 0.65" thick(1), the PC-UM10M is more than capable of providing the power and performance required by today's demanding business user. Featuring Sharp's legendary LCD technology in its 12.1" XGA display, powered by the Ultra Low Voltage (ULV) Mobile Intel(R) Pentium(R) III 600 MHz processor, configured with 256MB RAM and a 20GB hard drive, and offering up to nine hours of battery life(2), the PC-UM10M is the perfect blend of form and function.

"The new PC-UM10M further strengthens Sharp's position as a serious competitor in the mobile computing arena," said Greg Nakagawa, senior vice president and general manager for Sharp Systems of America. "Under three pounds and less than two-thirds of an inch thick, the PC-UM10M is the thinnest and lightest notebook in its class."

"The Sharp PC-UM10M ultra-mobile notebook is perfectly suited for the executive who focuses on email and Web browsing," said J. Gerry Purdy, Ph.D., CEO of Mobile Insights, a market research firm in Mountain View, CA. "Sharp is leveraging its strengths in advanced displays, advanced packaging of electronics and sleek industrial design that is going to shake up the notebook industry. It's going to get a lot of consideration by executives who want the lightest full-function notebook to carry around the office and on the road."

Since June, Sharp Systems has introduced two notebooks to the U.S. market. The high-performance PC-AR50, with its industry leading SXGA+ high-resolution display, was announced in June. The ultra-mobile PC-UM10 made its debut in September and has received rave reviews. The introduction of the PC-UM10M expands the Sharp Systems notebook line, providing more of the tools Sharp needs to satisfy its corporate customers.

Available immediately, the Sharp PC-UM10M is competitively priced with an estimated street price of $2,099.

About Sharp Systems of America
Sharp Systems of America, a division of Sharp Electronics Corporation, markets, sells and supports LCD monitors and notebook computers. Products are available through Sharp's network of authorized dealers and resellers. More information can be found at www.sharp-business.com.

SOURCE Businesswire