M&A Companion Touch
8.9 inch
mini-tablet PC
The M&A Companion
Touch mini-tablet PC
is my first choice for my next computer.
It
seems to be the best deal in the netbook
category, not to mention the mini-tablet
notebook
category, which itself is mini,
especially
compared to all the choices
from
netbook manufacturers. With few
choices in the mini-tablet market, this PC
is
clearly a winner.
My "First View" review will post soon.
(The following text is from the
M&A
website).
Overview
The Companion Touch provides a unique
opportunity
for students to stay connected
with the school
by allowing them to take
home what they learn in school. This
continuous learning
process between
school and home will help students and
teachers achieve
better results and stay
connected at all times. The Companion
Touch offers
the best value under $500.
This mini-tablet PC is designed to
withstand the
day-to-day usage by
children in the school and at home.
It comes with
a built-in handle and a
stylus.
Functions and features:
Offers durable design for day-to-day
use by students.
Convertible screen that rotates for
the tablet
functionality.
Integrates seamlessly into the
classroom for
the 1:1 computing
initiative.
Operates in a wireless network and
infrastructure
networks.
Supports theft-deterrent solutions
The M&A Companion Touch is a tablet
PC learning
device specifically
designed for education. The M&A
Companion Touch is a product
based on the Intel®
learning series
powered by the Intel® Atom
Processor. The Touch screen
interface makes easier for students
to interact with learning software by
simply pressing on the screen or
using the stylus pen that comes
with the device. The Companion
Touch engages students with
“real PC” performance in a stylish
design that includes a built-in
handle. The Intel Learning Series
which includes the Intel-powered
clamshell
classmate PC and the
convertible PC designs. Both
devices are offered through M&A
under the Companion
PC name
for the standard netbook and the
Companion Touch for the tablet
version.
Specifications:
Processor: Intel® Atom™ N270
1.6GHz Processor
Memory:
1GB DDR2
SO DIMM
LCD:
8.9” Touch Screen 1024x600
with accelerometer, supports
stylus
for touchscreen navigation,
resistive touchscreen technology
Audio:
Integrated 2 channel audio
Weight:
2.8lbs with basic configuration
Network:
10/100 Ethernet + WLAN
802.11 b/g/n
Keyboard/Touch
Pad:
80 Keys with
Touchpad:
Water Resistant
Drop
Test:
50 cm (19.7 in)
Camera:
1.3M Pixel Swivel
Ports:
2 USB 2.0 ports
1x RJ-45 10/100 LAN
2 x 1/8” audio for microphone and
headphone
2-in-1 SD/MMC memory card reader
VGA port
Storage Device:
60GB Hard Drive, 1.8” drive 4200RPM
PATA (shock-moutned)
Operating System:
Windows XP Home
Battery:
4 or 6 Cell Li-on Battery
Warranty:
1 Year Manufacturer's
Limited Warranty
