Xybernaut Unveils Context Aware Computing;
Allows Wearable Computer Users to Simultaneously View Critical Information Using Multiple Display Devices
LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 12, 2001--COMDEX 2001 - Xybernaut(R) Corporation (NASDAQ: XYBR) today announced Context Aware Computing(TM) -- a unique way to use multiple display devices with wearable computers.
Context aware, which has been incorporated into Xybernaut's Mobile Assistant(R) MA(R) V platform, the company's latest generation of mobile solutions for enterprise applications, allows MA V users to simultaneously display critical information or different data components using multiple display devices -- such as flat-panel displays (FPDs) and/or head-mount displays (HMDs).
Enterprise customers currently employ Xybernaut wearable computers in a variety of workflow and field force automation applications related to inspection and maintenance, quality assurance, asset management, program management and other critical business functions. Context Aware can be employed by their teams in the field to display critical information in the manner that is most appropriate for the task at-hand.
Context Aware arose from Xybernaut's close work with many of its enterprise customers in many diverse industry sectors such as telemedicine, telemaintenance, queue-busting/reservations, education and others to evaluate their unique challenges and to refine the MA platform to meet these needs.
Context Aware allows users in the field to simultaneously utilize a small, easily viewable display device, such as a HMD or wrist-mounted display, with a larger viewing device such as a FPD. In telecommunications maintenance, for example, a user might display a city grid map on the FPD while viewing detailed step-by-step repair instructions using the HMD. The user would have constant access to selected critical information through the HMD, while keeping real-time connection to the task at-hand.
The hands-free aspects of HMD technologies, give the user constant information related to ever-changing situational context. In addition, the FPD can be viewed for a more comprehensive computing environment as greater amounts of information are needed.
''Simply put, Context Aware Computing exists when two or more display devices work together,'' said Edward G. Newman, chairman, president, and CEO of Xybernaut. ''Context Aware reduces overloads of irrelevant data yet increases productivity and efficiency by allowing field service professionals to utilize vast amounts of information where and when the need arises.''
The MA V wearable computer platform is powered by an Intel(R) 500 MHz processor and can be configured with up to 256 Mb of RAM, 5Gb of hard disk space (expandable to 32Gb) and a new hot-swappable lithium ion internal battery. Utilizing open computing standards, the MA V supports all major PC operating systems, including Windows(R) 98/2000/NT/XP, Linux and Unix.
The MA V units also incorporates a variety of interface components that support digital and analog video with 8Mb of video memory, Bluetooth messaging, DSP sound/voice support, 2 USB ports, 1 CompactFlash(TM) port, FireWire(TM) high speed peripheral support, PCMCIA ports which support wireless network or Internet connectivity, as well as support for a variety of flat panel and head mount display options and input devices.
About Xybernaut Corporation
Xybernaut Corporation is the leading provider of wearable/mobile computing hardware, software and services. The company, which pioneered wearable computing, brings communications and full-function computing power in a hands-free design to people when and where they need it. Headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia, Xybernaut has offices and subsidiaries in Europe (Germany) and Asia (Japan). Visit Xybernaut's web site at www.xybernaut.com.
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Xybernaut Corp., Las Vegas
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