Hitachi PC and U.S. Robotics Announce Agreement to Integrate x2 Modem
Technology; Hitachito have First Notebook Computers with x2 - 56Kbps - Modems
BusinessWire, Wednesday, December 04, 1996 at 08:17
SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 4, 1996--Hitachi PC
Corp. and U.S. Robotics (NASDAQ: USRX) today announced an agreement
to integrate U.S. Robotics' new "x2" 56 Kbps modem technology with
Hitachi's PC notebook computers, providing mobile users with an
unprecedented solution for speedy on-line communications and
Internet access.
"Hitachi is committed to produce the best notebook communication
solutions, and U.S. Robotics has the leading technology to make
modem communications as fast and reliable as possible," said Mark
Yahiro, vice president of marketing and business development for
Hitachi PC. "The incorporation of this cutting-edge x2 technology
into our notebook computers is another important element in our
strategy to meet the needs of the mobile user."
The agreement is the latest step in a strategic alliance
established earlier this year where Hitachi PC and U.S. Robotics
planned to develop, integrate and brand U.S. Robotics communications
technologies with Hitachi PC notebook computers. Presently, Hitachi
integrates U.S. Robotics modems on their C, M, E and soon to be
released, Mx Series notebooks.
"Integrating x2 into Hitachi notebooks provides a great value to
notebook users who need the fastest possible connections over
existing telephone lines," said Michael Seedman, vice president and
general manager of U.S. Robotics' Personal Communications Division.
"With the world's leading ISPs already supporting x2 technology,
Hitachi's mobile customers will immediately have the best possible
options for on-line communications."
Hitachi notebooks with integrated x2 modems will begin to ship in
early 1997. The notebooks will have a sticker that displays the
"Communications by U.S. Robotics" logo, assuring customers that
they are buying a reliable and high-performance product.
Almost twice as fast as modem technology currently available over
standard telephone lines, x2 has demonstrated widespread acceptance
since the 56 Kbps breakthrough technology was introduced last month.
About Hitachi PC
Hitachi PC Corp. is the leading manufacturer of Mobilized
Computing tools that provide global reach and universal access to
information and resources anytime, anyplace. Hitachi PC designs,
manufactures and markets personal computers with advanced, integrated
communication solutions that connect "out-of-the-box" to the
Internet, intranets and other sources of mission-critical
information. Backed by Hitachi quality, Hitachi PC provides 24x7,
state-of-the-art customer support, and industry leading notebook
product warranties. Headquartered in San Jose, Calif., Hitachi PC
Corp. is a subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd. (NYSE: HIT), and Hitachi
America, Ltd.
Hitachi, Ltd., headquartered in Tokyo, is a leading global
electronics company with fiscal 1995 consolidated sales over
$76.6 billion. The company markets and manufacturers a wide range of
products, including computers, semiconductors, consumer products, as
well as power and industrial equipment.
About U.S. Robotics
U.S. Robotics is one of the world's leading suppliers of
products and systems that provide access to information. The company
designs, manufactures, markets and supports remote access servers,
enterprise communications systems, desktop/mobile client products and
modems and telephony products that connect computers and other
equipment over analog, digital and switched cellular networks,
enabling users to gain access to, manage and share data, fax and
voice information. Its customers include Internet service providers,
regional Bell operating companies, inter-exchange carriers and a wide
range of other large and small businesses, institutions and
individuals.
All Hitachi PC press releases are available at the Hitachi PC
Corp. Web site: hitachipc.com. The Hitachi PC Web site
offers additional information about Hitachi PC, products and business
partners.
Note to Editors: Hitachi, Hitachi PC and the Hitachi logo are
trademarks of Hitachi, Ltd. Mobilized Computing and Remote Control
are trademarks of Hitachi PC Corp. (USA), which may be registered in
some jurisdictions. Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel
Corporation. x2 is a registered trademark of U.S. Robotics. All
other names and products are trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective companies.
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