OQO Inc., creator of the world’s smallest fully-functional Windows Vista™ PC, is now shipping the new model 02 Computer.

docking station with optical drive
Portable docking station with integrated optical drive (CD±RW/DVD-ROM), and multiple ports (HDMI, VGA, Ethernet, 3 USB 2.0, audio, and power connector). Includes HDMI-DVI adapter. Use with model 02 computer power supply or airplane/car adapter
The model 02 is available at http://www.oqo.com/store as well as through
select enterprise and retail channels with the option of embedded Verizon Wireless or
Sprint high speed mobile broadband. In recognition of the technical innovation and
breakthrough design of the model 02, OQO has been awarded Microsoft’s prestigious
2007 Windows Vista PC Innovation Award. The highly-acclaimed model 02 has received
additional industry awards and accolades from publications including BusinessWeek,
Business 2.0, Laptop Magazine, PC Magazine, Popular Science, and Wired.
“With all the design improvements, performance enhancements and new features packed
into the model 02 computer, we’ve built a substantial pre-order backlog exceeding even
our best forecasts,” said Jory Bell, OQO CEO. “It is thus a pleasure to announce that the
model 02 is now shipping in volume. Our manufacturing facility is working full tilt to
deliver existing orders and keep up with the burgeoning demand for this hot new wireless
handheld Windows PC.”
The model 02 is the ultimate device for Anytime / Anywhere Productivity. In an ultrasmall
and pocketable form factor, the new model 02 features full laptop performance with
a 1.5GHz CPU, a 60 gigabyte shock-mounted hard drive with active drop detection, and
HDMI/DVI and VGA video capability supporting dual 1920 x 1200 displays.
Connectivity is class-leading with a choice of Verizon Wireless or Sprint mobile
broadband service with integrated EV-DO capability, 802.11a/b/g WiFi, and Bluetooth
2.0 with EDR and A2DP support. Usability is improved with a vivid 5” LCD display six
times brighter than previous models, an ergonomic backlit keyboard with SmartLock™
modifier keys, and capacitive vertical and horizontal TouchScrollers™ for easy input and
navigation, as well as an optional elegant docking station with an adjustable cradle arm
and available dual layer DVD±RW/RAM optical drive. DisplaySense™ technology
automatically remembers multiple docked locations and seamlessly configures display
layout and settings. The model 02 enables high speed access to the internet, email, and
networked applications no matter where your computing needs take you.
The highly acclaimed model 02 has already received numerous awards and accolades
including the coveted 2007 Windows Vista PC Innovation Award. “OQO’s commitment
to excellence and breakthrough design of Windows Vista powered PCs is impressive,”
said Scott Di Valerio, Corporate Vice President, OEM division at Microsoft. “We’re
pleased that partners like OQO are raising the bar for next generation PC design.”
BusinessWeek, Laptop Magazine, and PC Magazine all give the model 02 four stars.
Additional recognition includes:
· Wired Magazine – CES: Winners and Losers: Best Mobile Computer award
· Laptop Magazine – 2007 Best of CES: Best Notebook award