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RM launches GBP169 mobile PC
RM launches GBP169 mobile PC.
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[{"type":"text","content":"\n RM PLC\n10 October 2007\n\n\n RM launches revolutionary 'one-per-pupil' computing device with prices \n starting at £169\n\nRM today launches the RM Asus miniBook, a revolutionary mobile computing device,\nat the 2007 Handheld Learning Conference. With prices starting at £169, the RM\nAsus miniBook will make one-per-pupil computing affordable for many schools.\n\nAt less than one kg, the RM Asus miniBook combines the portability and quick\nstart of a PDA, with the powerful capabilities of a full notebook computer. A\n'solid-state' hard drive means fast boot-up and shut-down, as well as increased\nrobustness. The miniBook also features a seven inch colour screen, integrated\nWeb-cam, microphone and speakers, wireless networking, three USB 2.0 ports and\nVGA output. There's also an optional 3G module for Internet connection whilst\nout and about.\n\nPupils will be able to use the RM Asus miniBook for a whole range of computing\ntasks, such as e-mail, document creation, online communication, listening to\nmusic and Internet browsing, as well as accessing their school's Learning\nPlatform for academic activities.\n\nTim Pearson, CEO of RM, said:\n\n'Many schools - particularly those in BSF projects - are looking for ways of\nachieving one-per-pupil computing. miniBook is a fantastic solution - it\ncombines fully-functional Web computing with a robust package, all at a\nrevolutionary new price point.\n\n'It's appropriate that we're launching miniBook at the Handheld Learning\nConference - it clearly shows the way for a whole new class of computing\ndevices. Bringing together the power of a laptop, with the convenience of a PDA,\nwe expect to see miniBooks appearing in thousands of school bags soon.'\n\n\nFor further information, please contact:\n\nMike Greig/Phil Hemmings, RM plc 08450 700300\nMark Antelme, Brunswick 020 7404 5959\n\n\nNotes:\n\nFounded in 1973, the RM Group is a leading provider of educational products and\nservices to schools, colleges and universities, local government and central\ngovernment education departments and agencies. RM works closely with\neducationalists to create new products, processes and technology which improve\nteaching and learning. RM is listed on the main market of the London Stock\nExchange under the symbol RM.L.\n\nThe RM Asus miniBook has been jointly developed by RM and its hardware p...