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Royal® Selects Motorola’s i.MXL
Applications Processor for GPS Navigation System and Linux OS-based
PDA
New AmeriGo GPS and Linea
LX Devices Feature i.MX Smart Speed Technology for Advanced Multimedia and
Extended Battery Life
ATLANTA, Georgia
– March 22, 2004 – Royal Consumer Information Products, Inc. is
introducing two advanced devices powered by the i.MXL applications processor
from Motorola, Inc. (NYSE:MOT). The i.MX applications processors help meet the
growing demand for highly versatile portable global positioning system (GPS)
devices and high performance personal digital assistants (PDAs). They feature
enhanced Smart Speed technology providing long battery life for power-hungry
applications such as GPS and MP3 playback.
The
AmeriGo GPS Navigation System is a fully portable automobile GPS device. Unlike
in-dash factory direct GPS systems, it can be moved easily from vehicle to
vehicle. With 128MB of memory, the AmeriGo device allows for greater map storage
than most competing products. Market-leading Pharos GPS Software with
turn-by-turn voice prompted directions ensures pinpoint accuracy. The AmeriGo
offers six screen variations, favorite destination storage and a one-touch Home
key and comes with four U.S. map CDs, windshield and AC vent mountings, an AC
adapter and USB cable.
The Linea LX PDA
includes 64MB of memory, 32MB flash ROM, a digital voice recorder, MP3 player, a
snap-on keyboard, USB connectivity, supports both the portrait and landscape
mode, and has an SD slot. The Linea LX also comes with a desktop personal
information manager (PIM) and Microsoft® Outlook® synchronization for
email on-the-go. In addition to the power performance advantages of the i.MXL,
the Linea LX has an optional, snap-on CF card expansion adapter containing a
second lithium-ion rechargeable battery, effectively doubling the running time
of the device.
“Motorola’s
applications processors are well–known in the consumer electronics
industry as field tested and proven power performance leaders,” said Bob
Robinson, Royal Consumer Information Product’s executive director of
marketing. “We chose the i.MXL applications processor because of its
reputation for reliability in a ruggedized environment, its blend of features
and Smart Speed technology. The i.MXL allows us to build advanced products for
the consumer without taxing the battery or their
wallet.”
The AmeriGo GPS Navigation
System and Linea LX are expected to be available in the Spring of 2004 with an
MSRP of $899 and $399 respectively.
i.MX
Applications Processors
Motorola's i.MX family
of applications processors offers designers a full platform solution. The i.MX
processors feature a comprehensive suite of software including Microsoft®
Windows® CE, Palm OS®, Symbian OS™ and Linux® OS, and
reference designs to greatly accelerate the creation of next-generation mobile
communication products. The i.MX family is engineered to allow manufacturers to
develop cost-effective wireless-enabled smart handhelds with a full range of
capabilities, such as digital image capture, file sharing, wireless
connectivity, multimedia entertainment and more. The i.MX applications
processors offer extended battery life and exceptional performance.
The i.MX family also provides efficient power
management to give consumers a rich multimedia experience via rapid, enhanced
graphics and digital audio. This "Smart Speed" approach uses design and
manufacturing techniques, including a unique architecture and "doze" and "sleep"
modes that translate to high performance with low power consumption even for
advanced multimedia and handheld applications. A photo is available at http://www.motorola.com/mediacenter/graphics/detail/0,,3588_4281-7,00.html.
For more information, go to www.motorola.com/imx
About
Royal Consumer Information Products, Inc.
Royal
Consumer Information Products, Inc. is a leading supplier of office products,
accessories and supplies for the consumer and small business markets. With its
roots in the Royal Typewriter Company, founded in 1904, Royal’s product
line has evolved to include cash registers, shredders, PDAs/electronic
organizers, postal scales, weather stations, and a wide range of imaging
supplies supporting today’s most popular printers, faxes, and copiers.
Royal Consumer Information Products’ headquarters is located in Somerset,
New Jersey.
About Motorola, Inc.
Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT) is a global leader
in wireless, broadband and automotive communications technologies that help make
life smarter, safer, simpler, synchronized and fun. Sales in 2003 were U.S.
$27.1 billion. Motorola creates innovative technological solutions that benefit
people at home, at work and on the move. The company also is a progressive
corporate citizen dedicated to operating ethically, protecting the environment
and supporting the communities in which it does business. For more information:
www.motorola.com.
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Contacts:
Royal Consumer Information
Products, Inc.
Bob
Robinson
+1 (800) 255-7998 x 6645
bobrobinson@royal.com
Motorola,
Inc.
Americas
Andrea
Crocker
+1 (512) 825-7714 office
andrea.crocker@motorola.com
Europe,
Middle East and Africa
Regina
Cirmonova
+41 22 799 1258 office
regina.cirmonova@motorola.com
Asia-Pacific
Gloria
Shiu (Hong
Kong)
Motorola
+852-2666-8237
gloria.shiu@motorola.com
Koichi
Yoshimura (Japan)
Motorola
+81-3-3280-8672 office
koichi.yoshimura@motorola.com
MOTOROLA
and the Stylized M Logo registered in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. All
other product or service names are the property of their respective owners.
© Motorola, Inc. 2004.
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