Toshiba launches 'Cinema-Quality' mobile computer

The company says that its new Satellite 5200-902 delivers an unprecedented level of 3D graphics realism, offering a true cinematic experience on a mobile PC.

The Satellite 5200-902 is the first to incorporate the powerful new NVIDIA GeForce FX Go5600 mobile graphics processor - the industry's first DirectX 9.0-class unit, along with Clear Super View - a new high performance screen technology.

'The result is the ultimate mobile multimedia experience,' says Ahmed Khalil, regional manager of Toshiba's Middle East computer systems division.

'The Satellite 5200-902 will be available in the Middle East from mid-June and is guaranteed to impress even the most demanding hardcore multimedia users. The combination of a phenomenal screen display and mind-blowing graphics result in unprecedented cinematic experience.'

'Gaming fanatics, movie buffs and graphics connoisseurs will also appreciate the performance capabilities offered by this mobile computing powerhouse.'

The Satellite 5200-902's 15-inch Clear Super View screen is the latest development in screen technology, delivering a 1600x1200 high resolution display with a ƒ{70 to +70 degree symmetrical viewing angle that is ideal for DVD and multimedia applications.

Equipped with a powerful mobile Intel Pentium 4 processor-M of up to 2.4GHz, 512MB of DDR memory, and up to 80GB hard disk drive space, the Satellite 5200-902 can perform the most demanding and power-hungry applications.

Other built-in features include a DVD-R/RW multi-function drive and the innovative c-Pad touch pad from Synaptics, providing both a secondary display and the ability to control applications, such as desktop launcher, calculator and signature reader.

'Finally, a notebook's credentials need no longer be qualified by the phrase 'good¡Kfor a notebook',' said Khalil.

The Satellite 5200-902 also includes a wide range of input and output devices, including a Secure Digital (SD) expansion slot, Harmon/Kardon speakers with sub-woofer, a TV-out port, three USB 2.0 ports and a high-speed i.Link (IEEE 1394) port.

On board communications include integrated Bluetooth capabilities, V.92 modem (France, Germany and UK only), a 10/100 Ethernet port and wireless LAN antenna allowing customers easily to upgrade to Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11b) connectivity meeting all of the communications needs of the user.

A unique Toshiba remote control also allows users to control applications via infrared such as playing DVDs and managing PowerPoint presentations.