Gateway introduces new gateway one zx series all in one pcs

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, Oct. 26, 2009 – Ushering in the next generation of desktop computing and leveraging the advanced multi-touch capabilities of Microsoft Windows 7, Gateway today introduced the Gateway One ZX Series, all-in-one (AIO) desktop PCs with multi-touch displays for customers in Canada.

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"While touch screen PCs to date have been cost-prohibitive and somewhat limited in their capabilities, Gateway is making this new technology more accessible to average consumers, while using an industry-standard solution that isn't challenging to learn,” said Frank Chang, product marketing for Acer Canada. "The functionality of Windows 7 and multi-touch brings an entirely new computing experience to consumers, and our affordable all-in-one PCs are the perfect vehicle for showcasing this technology.” Resembling a sleek flat-panel TV, the glossy jet black Gateway One ZX Series offers an ultra modern luxurious industrial design, which enhances the look of any room in the home. Small touches add to the system's clean streamlined design, including an adjustable back stand, integrated speakers, silver and clear acrylic accents and illuminated feet and keyboard – which provide a beautiful ambient glow – and make this PC stand out from the rest. Integrating both a traditional desktop tower and flat-panel display into one, the Gateway One Series gives consumers the best of both worlds; powerful performance in a stylish, space-saving design, so it can be proudly displayed in any location. In addition to a wireless keyboard and mouse, the One ZX Series includes a seamlessly integrated HD web cam and microphone, keeping the PC's look and feel clean and elegant. In addition, the integrated high-definition stereo speaker system eliminates extra components and clutter, and the plug-n-boot single power cord further streamlines the PC's work area. The innovative industrial design offers a superior multi-touch screen experience and leading performance without the price premium typically associated with all-in-one PCs. "The advanced functionality, ease-of-use and fun that Windows 7 and multi-touch technology brings to the all-in-one PC category makes it a great time to consider a One ZX Series desktop,” said Chang. "Combined with performance, advanced features and affordability of our new line, it's an ideal solution for students, families and media enthusiasts.” Advanced Touch Screen Technology Ushers in Next Generation Computing Leveraging the advanced touch capabilities of Windows 7 and multi-touch, the next generation of touch screen technology, the One ZX Series gives consumers a whole new way to interact with their digital data. Delivering a superior touch screen experience, multi-touch offers more gesture combinations than single touch screens; a finer, more accurate way to interface with the PC, and an experience that is fast, intuitive and fun to use. And for those needing to save even more space, the keyboard is now optional. With multi-touch, consumers simply touch icons on the PC's screen with just one or two fingertips to launch applications, movies, music, zoom in and out on photos and websites, resize windows and handwrite notes. In addition, the unique Gateway TouchPortal, an intuitive interface that lies on the top of Windows 7, serves as the starting point for managing a suite of Gateway one-touch "gadgets” and Microsoft touch applications. Gateway's TouchGadgets provide quick access to music, videos, photos, social media networks and more, and include: • TouchMusic – create and move music, albums and playlists between multiple devices and applications to enjoy music when and where consumers want it. • TouchPhoto – view, enjoy and share digital photos simply. • TouchMediaShare – enjoy and share digital media such as video, create slideshows and easily store, share and upload it with a single touch. • TouchFriends – make social networks easier to access and more intimate with one-touch access to Facebook and Flikr. • TouchMemo – handy notepad lets customers jot down quick notes for themselves and others and leave on the "desktop” as a reminder. In addition, the TouchPortal includes several third party applications optimized for Windows 7 multi-touch, including: • Cyberlink YouCam 3.0 – enhances web chats; add flames to the background, put on funny hats, or change yourself into an Avatar • WildTangent games – a suite of games that are operated by touch • WIN 7 Touch Pack – a set of six multi-touch optimized casual games and applications. Games include: Microsoft Blackboard, Microsoft Garden Pond and Microsoft Rebound. Applications include: Microsoft Surface Globe - lets users browse the world and zoom in on any location on a virtual 3D earth; Microsoft Painter - a touch-based drawing tool; Microsoft Surface Collage - a touch-enabled background; and Microsoft Surface Lagoon - a touch interactive screensaver. When users want to return to the familiar Windows 7 environment, they merely peel back the Gateway TouchPortal interface with a quick swipe of a finger. Gateway One ZX6800 Series The One ZX6800 Series is ideal for enhanced entertainment, graphic design, productivity applications, gaming, web surfing, digital TV and more. Featuring a large 23-inch full high-definition widescreen display, powerful Intel processors, massive hard drive, wireless connectivity and high-def audio with 5.1-channel surround sound support, consumers can enjoy the most demanding applications and experience the ultimate in digital media, immersing themselves in online and HD entertainment. Gateway One ZX6800-09c • MSRP: $1,099.99 • Windows® 7 Home, Premium Edition, 64-bit • 23-inch full HD widescreen Ultrabright(TM) LCD o Resolution: 1920 x 1080 resolution o Brightness: 300 cd/m2 o Response time: 5 ms o Contrast ratio: 1000:1 • Intel® Core(TM) 2 Quad Processor Q8200S (2.33GHz, 4MB L2 cache, 1333MHz FSB) • Intel® G45 Express Chipset • Integrated Intel GMA X4500HD • 4GB DDR3 SDRAM (1333MHz) • 1TB SATA hard drive (1) (for data) • 8x DVD+/-R/RW SuperMulti optical drive (slot load) • Multi-in-one digital media card reader • Integrated 802.11 b/g/DRAFT-N Wi-Fi CERTIFIED® • 10/100/1000 (Gigabit) LAN • 6 USB 2.0 ports (2 side / 4 rear) • 1 eSATA port • Wireless keyboard and mouse • Integrated HD webcam • Embedded high-definition audio with 5.1 channel audio support • Built-in 5 watt stereo speakers The Gateway One ZX6800-09c will be available late October at leading online retailers in Canada. Acer is the No. 1 vendor in Canada for notebooks, netbooks and LCDs and the country's No. 2 overall PC provider(2) More information about Acer and its products in Canada can be found at [url=http://www.acer.ca]http://www.acer.ca[/url]. About Gateway Since its founding in 1985, Irvine, Calif.-based Gateway has been a technology pioneer, offering award-winning products and world-class service to customers worldwide. Gateway is a wholly owned subsidiary of Acer Inc., the world's third-largest PC company. See [url=http://www.gateway.com]http://www.gateway.com[/url] for more information.