MSN Companion Uses M-Systems' DiskOnChip
MSN Companion, a Line of User-Friendly Devices, Delivers Instant Access to the Internet With DiskOnChip as the Local Storage Solution
SAN JOSE, Calif., Sep 27, 2000 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- M-Systems Flash Disk Pioneers Ltd. (Nasdaq: FLSH chart, msgs), the leader in flash-based local storage solutions for the Internet appliance and network infrastructure markets, Wednesday announced that MSN has incorporated DiskOnChip(R)(TM) into its MSN Companion reference design.
MSN Companions are an easy-to-use device designed for consumers who want a fun and easy way to connect to the Internet, surf the Web and communicate with others. The MSN Companion further delivers on Microsoft's commitment to deliver The "Everyday Web," whereby people are empowered to access the Internet any time, any place, from any device.
The MSN Companion features a simple and intuitive user interface that provides consumers with one-click access to best-of-breed services from MSN, such as the MSN Hotmail Web-based e-mail service, MSN eShop and MSN Search, while providing users with access to the Web.
The simple consumer experience is enabled by combining DiskOnChip's reliable solid-state disk and proven storage solution as a Microsoft-tested device, eliminating the propensity of hard disk failures.
"M-Systems' DiskOnChip provides a reliable and cost-effective local storage solution for the MSN Companion," said Benjamin Peart, director of MSN Companion at Microsoft Corp. "The integration of DiskOnChip's breakthrough technology and performance on the MSN Companion furthers our efforts to bring powerful and efficient end-use Internet products to the consumer."
"MSN has provided an enjoyable new way for users at all levels to surf the Internet. The MSN Companion has the potential to open up the Internet to millions of users who want a device that is affordable and easy to use," said Chuck Schouw, president, M-Systems Inc. "We're excited to be seeing these devices readily available to the public, making computing from any place, at any time a reality."
About M-Systems Flash Disk Pioneers Ltd.
M-Systems Flash Disk Pioneers Ltd. is a leading developer, manufacturer and marketer of innovative data storage products, known as flash disks, that are primarily used in Internet appliances, network infrastructure equipment and other embedded systems. The company's flash disks provide the functionality of a mechanical hard drive on a solid-state silicon chip.
M-Systems was first to bring to market a complete flash disk in a single die using breakthrough DiskOnChip Millennium technology. The company's products are based on its patented TrueFFS technology, and include the DiskOnChip and Fast Flash Disk (FFD) families. For more information, contact M-Systems at 8371 Central Ave., Suite A, Newark, Calif. 94560. Telephone: 510/494-2090, e-mail: info@m-sys.com and on the Internet at m-sys.com.
This news release includes forward-looking statements as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, as they are subject to various risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to vary significantly. These risks include (but are not limited to) those related to the risk that the purchase order described in this release will be delayed or cancelled, in whole or in part; that other orders from this customer may not materialize; as well as the other risk factors detailed in the company's registration statement dated March 7, 2000, and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
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