ASUSTeK Computer Inc (ASUS), a leading provider of high-performance notebook computers, today announced the A8Js notebook series empowered by the latest visual processing capabilities. Based on the Intel Core2 Duo processor, the slim and lightweight A8Js is the world`s first notebook series to adopt the NVIDIA GeForce 7700 GPU for a spectacular graphics performance.
"The new A8Js notebook is designed to raise the performance and multimedia capabilities of thin and lightweight notebooks," said Tony Chen, General Manager of ASUS Notebook Business. "The GeForce Go 7700 GPU, with its powerful 3D, video, and power saving technologies, enables the A8Js to deliver a true-to-life digital entertainment experience."
Vibrant and realistic visual enjoyment
The new GeForce graphics processing unit delivers 50% more pixel bandwidth than the previous NVIDIA GPU and together with 512MB memory and NVIDIA PureVideo technology, the A8Js enables mobile gaming with smooth graphics and runs professional grade 3D-intense applications without a glitch.
ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology integrates different multimedia data sources to reduce noise and conversion rate for a sharp display with better contrast, brightness, skin tone and colour saturation for all video applications. Mobile entertainment is further enhanced with the notebook`s high-definition support capability; users can enjoy high-quality DVD movies and HD video playback anywhere.
Portable audio/video communication
The built-in microphone and high-resolution Webcam offers easy video conferencing without the hassle of external connections. With the speakers strategically located at the front end of the notebook for the most undistracted sound projection, no distance is too great for a face to face!
Instant Fun PLUS for direct multimedia access
One touch entertainment enjoyment is now all at your fingertips with the exclusive Instant Fun PLUS feature that allows easy access to integrated multimedia applications. Just sit back, relax and enjoy the digital entertainment feast.
Extensive connectivity
Built-in WLAN 802.11 a/b/g ensures wireless Internet access wherever reception is available. Bluetooth 2.0 enhanced data rate transmits three times faster than the standard Bluetooth for increased connectivity and synchronisation between digital devices. In addition, a complete range of input/output ports offers dynamic data transfers and storage including five USB ports, S-video TV-out port and express card slots.
A8Js specifications:
* Intel Centrino Duo Mobile Technology
* Intel Core 2 Duo Processors T7600/T7400/ T7200/T5600/T5500
* Mobile Intel 945PM Express Chipset
* Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection
* Genuine Windows XP
* Home
* Professional DDR2 533/667MHz, up to 2G
14.1-inch Widescreen Colour Shine LCD, ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology
NVidia GeForce Go7700 DDR2 512MB (A8Js)
SATA 60/80/100/120GB
Built-in 0.35M pixel Web-camera
802.11a/b/g, Bluetooth V1.2/V2.0 +EDR (optional)
5x USB Ports, 1x TV-Out, 1x DVI Port, 1x Card Reader, 1x Express Card, 1x IEEE1394, 1x VGA Out, 1x RJ11, 1x RJ45
33.5 x 24.5 x 3.48
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ASUSTeK Computer Inc (TSE:2357) is a leading provider of 3C total solutions. Its product portfolio includes notebooks, motherboards, graphics cards, optical drives, information appliances, desktop PCs, servers, wireless solutions, mobile phones and networking devices. With world-class engineering and offices and subsidiaries located in all corners of the world, ASUSTeK provides innovative solutions to consumers, businesses and OEM/ODM customers, and has won 1706 awards in 2005, with recognition in design excellence from iF Gold Award, while ranks in the tops of Business Week InfoTech for the eighth straight year. The company is the perennial leader of the motherboard and graphics card industries and a top four maker globally for notebooks.
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