WinBook Unveils a New Vision for Mobility

May 14, 2001--WinBook Corporation continues its aluminum revolution with the announcement today of the world's first notebook computers featuring combined 8X DVD-ROM/CD-RW drives in a one-inch thick aluminum alloy case. The new WinBook X1 Combo models incorporate utility and flexibility in a design that is uncompromisingly progressive. Behind it lies WinBook's vision for mobility -- a vision combining technology with a passion for great industrial design.

"The WinBook X1 Combo models are our signature design and among the most appealing portable computing products ever offered. They combine WinBook's industry-leading aluminum alloy technology with the flexibility of being able to burn CDs and enjoy DVD movies on a superb 13.3-inch 1,024 x 768 active-matrix screen with up to 64 MB of video SDRAM. Compared with the PowerBook G4, the WinBook X1 Combo weighs less, offers more video SDRAM and includes CD-RW, which the G4 lacks," said Richard Mershad, WinBook president.

"WinBook designed the X1 Combo models with outstanding styling features and a captivating, exquisite appearance," said Mershad. "The opalescent pewter metallic on aluminum alloy finish is another first for WinBook, and a part of the WinBook X1's understated allure.

"The WinBook X1 Combo models, the first notebook computers ever with fighter jet grade aluminum alloy, are truly at the top of their class when it comes to case rigidity," said Mershad. "In fact, the aluminum alloy used on the X1 Combo is both lighter and more rigid than titanium or magnesium, and 3 1/2 times more rigid than a plastic notebook case. The result is a lightweight notebook which meets the highest standards of quality and durability," said Mershad.

"Aluminum alloy not only achieves greater rigidity and weight savings, it also offers superior recyclability," said Mershad. "With end-of-life computer adaptation and disposal growing in importance among our corporate and governmental customers, the WinBook X1's superior recyclability is certain to be recognized as an additional unique advantage of this revolutionary product."

As WinBook's signature design, the WinBook X1 Combo's meticulous details include:

• A microphone placed just to the left of the touchpad to better avoid electronic noise from the LCD. Most notebooks locate the mic near the LCD
• Not one, but two latches hold the lid securely closed.
• The bottom of the case, even against bare legs (for those working from home or outdoors), does not get more than warm even after a full day of use -- an impressive benefit of the superior heat dissipation characteristics of the WinBook X1's aluminum alloy case.
• An exceptional 13.3-inch XGA TFT screen with pure whites, excellent contrast, crisp shadow detail, and superb off-center viewing enhances DVD-movie enjoyment.
• The convenience of USB ports both in the back and on the left side towards the rear.
• Unexpected typing comfort in a thin-light notebook. Full-sized 19mm keys, with a pleasant 2.7mm travel and perfect tactile feedback produce an exceptionally comfortable typing experience.

Regardless of the source of attraction -- the sinewy contours of its subtle opalescent sheen, the sensuous ambience of it's DVD viewing experience, the ease of burning CDs at will, its exceptional lightness, its unparalleled environmental responsibility -- the WinBook X1 Combo has set new standards among portable computers.

ABOUT WINBOOK
WinBook is the leading direct computer systems company in America to focus exclusively on portable computing products. WinBook products have been honored with over 250 awards from the computer press, including awards from CNET, PC Magazine, PC World, ZDNet, Family PC, Laptop Magazine, and Mobile Computing. WinBook notebook computers are sold directly at www.winbook.com. In addition, selected WinBook models are sold through MICRO ELECTRONICS' eighteen MICRO CENTER stores.

SOURCE Businesswire