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<p>Apple's New MessagePad 2100 Offers Enhanced Performance For Today's Mobile,<br />
Information-Centric Users</p>
<p>Newest Member of MessagePad Family Features Increased System Memory, Higher<br />
Performance, Upgraded Communications Software</p>
<p>CUPERTINO, Calif., Oct. 20 -- Apple Computer, Inc. today announced the<br />
MessagePad 2100, available in November. The newest member of the Apple<br />
MessagePad family, the MessagePad 2100 offers hardware and software<br />
features that enhance performance and communications, including additional<br />
system memory and upgrades to several of its bundled software programs. To<br />
support current MessagePad 2000 owners, Apple will offer an upgrade program<br />
that brings the same DRAM memory of the new MessagePad 2100 to its<br />
predecessor.</p>
<p>"The MessagePad 2100 is the sequel to one of the most successful new<br />
products in mobile computing history -- one that has spawned a legion of<br />
true believers," said Sina Tamaddon, vice president and general manager of<br />
Apple's Newton Group. "We know that our customers will be thrilled with our<br />
networking and performance improvements, making the MessagePad 2100 an<br />
ideal mobile device for individuals and corporations."</p>
<p>The MessagePad product line has been widely adopted by both mobile business<br />
professionals and corporate users. According to International Data<br />
Corporation, this market is expected to reach $2.1 billion this year and<br />
$4.1 billion by 2001. The line offers the versatility of a laptop,<br />
including email, fax and Internet access capabilities, as well as a<br />
spreadsheet application and personal productivity software, all at a<br />
fraction of a laptop's weight and cost. (A modem and Internet Service<br />
Provider are required to send and receive email and for Internet access.)<br />
The MessagePad delivers battery life of up to six weeks of normal use and<br />
will run continuously without battery replacement for up to 24 hours.</p>
<p>The MessagePad was designed to suit mobile user needs, with a focus on<br />
processing speed, an easy-to-read screen and an optional functional<br />
keyboard. Built around the powerful Digital StrongARM SA-110 processor, the<br />
MessagePad 2100 is one of the fastest handheld computers on the market. The<br />
mobile computer's 16-level gray scale screen is both larger and clearer<br />
than those found on most competitive handheld computers. Unlike the tiny<br />
keyboards found on many handheld devices, the MessagePad's optional<br />
keyboard supports touch- typing.</p>
<p>Designed with additional memory, the MessagePad 2100 has 4 MB of DRAM,<br />
which is 3MB more than its predecessor, the MessagePad 2000. The expanded<br />
system memory allows the MessagePad 2100 to run more applications<br />
simultaneously, permitting users to work more efficiently. The upgraded<br />
memory and communications software are expected to be especially useful for<br />
customers who tend to use large applications, like to work on their<br />
MessagePads with a variety of applications open at one time or use<br />
communications applications such as Internet email or web browsing.</p>
<p>The latest generation of the MessagePad also includes version 3.2 of AllPen<br />
Software's NetHopper graphical web browser. The new version provides proxy<br />
support, enabling users behind a corporate security firewall to access the<br />
Internet. The software also supports authentication, enabling users to<br />
access sites requiring a password, such as news and travel websites, and<br />
the ability to download Newton packages over the web, such as system<br />
updates and applications.</p>
<p>The MessagePad 2100 comes bundled with the latest version of Newton<br />
Internet Enabler (NIE 2.0), Apple's TCP/IP software that provides<br />
Internet/intranet connections. NIE 2.0 benefits corporate users by<br />
providing a direct connection to both Ethernet and AppleTalk networks, as<br />
well as support for PAP and CHAP authentication when using a modem (not<br />
included) to connect with an Internet Service Provider.</p>
<p>In addition to being bundled with the MessagePad 2100 and the MessagePad<br />
2000 upgrade, NIE 2.0 is immediately available from Apple's website at:<br />
<a href="http://www.newton.apple.com/" title="http://www.newton.apple.com/">http://www.newton.apple.com/</a>. NIE 2.0 is also compatible with other<br />
MessagePad devices and with the eMate 300, a mobile computer based on the<br />
Newton operating system and built primarily for education.</p>
<p>Upgrade Details</p>
<p>To participate in the MessagePad 2000 upgrade program, which is available<br />
until April 30, 1998 or while supplies last, MessagePad 2000 owners will<br />
send their units into the Apple Service Center for system memory expansion<br />
and software enhancements. Along with the service and upgrades,<br />
participants will also receive a copy of Newton Press 1.1 and, while<br />
supplies last, a 2MB flash memory card.</p>
<p>For customers who purchased a MessagePad 2000 prior to November 7th, the<br />
upgrade will be offered for U.S.$99.00. For customers purchasing the<br />
MessagePad 2000 after that date, the price will be U.S.$199. Shipping and<br />
local taxes are not included and will be added to all listed prices. The<br />
upgrade is intended to be completed within two to five working days, after<br />
the MessagePad 2000 to be upgraded is received by the Apple Service Center.</p>
<p>Pricing and Availability</p>
<p>The MessagePad 2100 will be available in English and German versions<br />
worldwide, in November. The estimated retail price of the MessagePad 2100<br />
will be around $1,000 in the United States, including a word processor,<br />
email package, web browser and spreadsheet applications.</p>
<p>Additional information on the MessagePad product line can be found by<br />
visiting the Newton website located at <a href="http://www.newton.apple.com" title="http://www.newton.apple.com">http://www.newton.apple.com</a> or by<br />
calling 1- 800-909-0260. Information regarding the MessagePad 2000 upgrade<br />
program can be found by calling 1-800-500-7078.</p>
<p>Apple Computer, Inc. ignited the personal computer revolution in the 1970s<br />
with the Apple II, and reinvented the personal computer in the 1980s with<br />
the Macintosh. Apple is now recommitted to its original mission -- to bring<br />
the best personal computing products and support to students, educators,<br />
designers, scientists, engineers, businesspersons, and consumers in over<br />
140 countries around the world.</p>
<p>Apple, the Apple logo, AppleTalk, eMate, Macintosh, Mac OS, MessagePad, and<br />
Newton are registered trademarks of Apple Computers, Inc. Additional<br />
company and product names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of the<br />
individual companies and are respectfully acknowledged.</p>
<p>CONTACT: Russell Brady of Apple Computer, Inc., 408-974-6877 or<br />
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