eMachines Delivers New Low-Cost PCs and LCD Displays That Fit Holiday Shopper's Budgets
September 22 2005 - 9:00AM
PR Newswire (US)
Holiday Line Includes New Entry-Level Notebook, Five 64-Bit Desktop
PCs and a Sleek 17-Inch LCD Display IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 22
/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Gateway is helping people get a head
start on their holiday shopping with the new line of eMachines(R)
PCs and LCD displays offered now through the holidays at leading
electronics retailers. The new models range from the eMachines(R)
W4605 notebook PC with a suggested retail price of $799(1) to a
sleek 17-inch LCD display and a 64-bit desktop PC line with prices
starting as low as $339.99 after a $50 mail-in rebate.(1) "Gateway
continues to raise the bar on value with its low-priced, market-
leading eMachines PCs and LCD displays," said William Diehl,
Gateway vice president of product marketing. "We're expanding the
distribution of our eMachines PCs through Wal-Mart who will be
selling an aggressively-priced notebook PC that's sure to be a
sought-after holiday gift. In addition, we're offering 64-bit
processors across our desktop PC line that includes the eMachines
T6524 with Media Center, a gigabyte of memory and a huge hard drive
in a value-priced package. Shoppers will also appreciate our sleek,
yet affordable 17-inch LCD display with an intuitive control menu.
All of our holiday products include leading technology at some of
the best prices around." In addition to the new eMachines W4605
notebook PC and the 17-inch LCD display, there are five featured
desktop PCs that feature 64-bit processors enabling users to take
advantage of current and next generation software. All new PCs
provide the latest technology at affordable prices. eMachines W4605
Notebook PC: Excellent Entry-Level Notebook for $799 The eMachines
W4605 notebook is ideal for those wanting a good all-around
portable PC for an affordable price. It's thin and light weighing
just 5.5 pounds and measuring 1.1 (H) x 10.55 (W) x 12.91 (D).(2)
Outfitted with a fast AMD Sempron(TM) 2800+ processor and 512MB DDR
memory, this speedy notebook can tackle almost any office
application and an array of digital media software. Its ATI
Radeon(R) Xpress 200M Graphics enhance digital video, games and
photography with vivid color and clarity and the 60GB hard drive(3)
is large enough to accommodate the storage and back-up of graphic
intense files. It has a CDRW/DVD combo drive for burning MP3 music
or backing up important data. This new system comes with a 4-in-1
digital media reader for connecting to digital devices and 802.11g
integrated wireless, so users can reap the full benefits of a
portable PC. It also has three USB 2.0 ports and an IEEE 1394 port
for connecting digital video recorders and cameras. The eMachines
W4605 comes with a 6-cell Lithium-ion battery and is available
exclusively at most Wal-Mart locations across the country for under
$800. Low-Cost eMachines 17-Inch LCD Display Offers Exceptional
Value The new eMachines 17-inch LCD display features a
patent-pending EzMenu(TM) on-screen display that makes adjusting
the display settings straightforward -- each step is obvious thanks
to simple pop-up options. As a result, customers can more easily
set the display to provide the look they want, including the
brightness, contrast and other features. It comes in a striking
silver color and matches in fit and function with existing
eMachines PCs. The thin, sleek design of the LCD maximizes space,
so users have more room on their desk for files, projects and
computer peripherals. The modern look and feel has dramatic visual
appeal, which will enhance any room in the home or office. For
example, a cable clip mechanism that lets users route power, video
and audio cables behind the monitor, enhances the clean appearance.
The 17-inch LCD display is also VESA compatible for customers to
use with a height adjustable stand or wall- mount.(4) The eMachines
17-inch LCD display's vibrant 1280 x 1024 resolution, 450:1
contrast ratio, 250 cd/m2 brightness and quick 16ms response time,
creates vivid images for increasing the enjoyment of digital
hobbies such as photography and video editing. It's available for a
suggested retail price of $269.99 after a $50 rebate(1) at leading
retailers including Best Buy and Costco. eMachines T6524 Desktop
PC: Media Center, 1GB RAM, 200GB Hard Drive for Under $600 Offered
at an exceptional suggested retail price of just $599.99 after a
$50 mail-in rebate(1), the eMachines T6524 desktop PC is a real
deal with Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Media Center Edition 2005, an
intuitive, user- friendly interface that makes it easy to store,
manage and easily access music and photos. For example, this
operating system lets users share pictures as a slideshow with
music and features automatic red-eye removal and a manual cropping
tool. This 64-bit desktop PC is packed with premium features. It's
outfitted for excellent graphics performance with a fast AMD
Athlon(TM) 64 3500+ processor, a hefty 1GB DDR SDRAM, ATI Radeon(R)
Xpress 200 graphics, DirectX(TM) 9.0 support and an available PCI
Express(R) x16 slot for future graphics upgrades. A large 200GB
hard drive(3) running at 7200 RPM with 2MB cache accelerates the
accessing and storing of digital media files. The system also
boasts two optical drives -- a 16x multi-format double layer
DVD+/-RW drive and a CD-ROM drive -- for music, video, data
recording and playback as well as burning CDs or DVDs in real time.
Making it possible to connect to a wide array of digital devices,
the eMachines T6524 comes with 8-in-1 Digital Media Manager, two
IEEE 1394 fire wire ports and seven USB 2.0 ports. eMachines T6412
Desktop PC: AMD Athlon(TM) 64, Packed with Power for Less Than $500
The eMachines T6412 desktop PC delivers swift processing and
excellent graphics for an incredibly low price. Boasting an AMD
Athlon(TM) 64 3400+ with ATI Radeon(R) Xpress 200 graphics, the
eMachines T6412 provides 64-bit processing and integrated graphics
capabilities. It also includes an available PCI Express(R) x16 slot
for future upgrades, a feature not usually available at this low
price point. The PC efficiently manages digital media, productivity
applications and PC games with 512MB DDR SDRAM. It also features a
16x multi-format double layer DVD+/-RW drive for fast recording and
playback. A giant 200GB hard drive(3) with 2MB cache offers
significant room for storing both office productivity and digital
media files. The 8-in-1 Digital Media Manager provides connectivity
to digital devices likes digital cameras and video recorders. This
new system comes with Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Home Edition and
is available at leading retailers for a suggested retail price of
$499.99 after a $50 mail-in rebate.(1) eMachines T5010 Desktop PC:
Digital Media Extras on a Budget Families who want an entry-level
desktop PC that is ready for current and next generation 64-bit
digital media need look no further than the eMachines T5010.
Offered at a suggested retail price of just $499.99 after a $50
mail- in rebate(1), the eMachines T5010 will please retail PC
buyers with its full configuration that includes 512MB DDR SDRAM
and a high-speed 7200 RPM 200GB hard drive(3) with 2MB of cache. A
64-bit Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 516 processor tackles current and next
generation software. A multi-format double layer DVD+/-RW drive
enables users to back up and store even graphic intensive
applications. The 6-channel (5.1) High-Definition Audio enhances
games and video with realistic sound. In addition, its seven USB
2.0 ports, IEEE 1394 port and 8-in-1 Digital Media Manager enable
access to the latest digital media and consumer electronics. The
eMachines T5010 comes with Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Home Edition.
eMachines T3302 Desktop PC: All the Essentials for Just $399 With a
suggested retail price of only $399.99 after a $50 mail-in
rebate(1), the eMachines T3302 is an ideal entry-level desktop PC
for students, families and individuals desiring a system that can
tackle the basics and future 64-bit applications for a very
affordable price. Outfitted with Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Home
Edition, a powerful AMD Sempron(TM) 3300+ processor and 512MB DDR
SDRAM, the eMachines T3302 can manage productivity tasks like word
processing, spreadsheets and email in addition to basic digital
media. It provides lots of storage with a large 160GB hard drive(3)
and a CDRW/DVD combo drive that's ideal for burning MP3 music and
backing up data. This system also comes with Microsoft(R)
Windows(R) XP Home Edition, 8-in-1 Digital Media Manager and five
USB 2.0 ports for connecting the latest peripherals and digital
devices. eMachines T3104 Desktop PC: Solid Entry-Level PC for a
Bargain Price of $339 The eMachines T3104 is an affordable, yet
quality desktop PC for anyone requiring a PC that can take on your
basic computer needs such as e-mailing, surfing the web, listening
to music or working on a project. At the heart of the system is a
64-bit AMD Sempron(TM) 3100+ processor and 256MB memory. A 100GB
hard drive(3) and a CDRW/DVD combo drive provide plenty of room for
storage and back-up of files. It also comes outfitted with
Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Home Edition, 8-in-1 Digital Media
Manager and five USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide variety of
digital devices and computer peripherals. It's available at leading
retailers for a suggested retail price of just $339.99 after a $50
mail-in rebate.(1) The PCs are all network and broadband ready with
integrated 10/100 Mbps Ethernet LAN and a 56K V.92 fax/modem. The
new PCs also provide an array of productivity software, so
customers can enjoy their PC right out of the box. Each of the PCs
comes with Microsoft(R) Works 8.0, 60-day trial of Microsoft(R)
Office(R) 2003, Microsoft(R) Money 2005, Microsoft(R) Encarta
Online, Adobe(R) Acrobat Reader, Microsoft(R) Media Player 10,
RealNetworks RealPlayer(R) and AOL 9.0 with a three-month
membership(5). The eMachines desktops PCs with DVD burning
capabilities come with Cyberlink(R) PowerDVD for enhancing DVDs
with bright, vibrant visuals and the Nero 6 Suite that makes
burning and backing up CDs and DVDs quick and easy. The eMachines
W4605 notebook PC also comes with Digital Image Starter Edition
2006 with a 60-day trial to maximize its outstanding digital
photography capabilities. Protecting the customer's data and
investment, all four eMachines PCs are pre-installed with eMachines
Internet Security Pack. This includes Symantec's Norton Internet
Security(TM) 2005(6) (Anti-Virus, Anti-Spam, Firewall and Parental
Control) and McAfee Anti-Spyware(TM)(7). The award-winning line of
eMachines PCs is supported by top-notch service and support
programs. In the January 2005 issue of PC World, eMachines was
recognized by the magazine and its readers in its annual survey for
having the highest overall service and reliability scores of all
U.S. PC makers surveyed.(8) The company's extensive online support
center helps customers maximize their PC investment; it gives them
easy access to customer support representatives and information on
important issues such as warranties, technical issues and
upgrading. Additionally, Gateway offers a pro-active service tool
called BigFix(R) at no charge on all eMachines systems.(9) With the
customer's permission, BigFix identifies and sends messages
offering upgrades to enhance the performance or capabilities of the
PC. The eMachines line of PCs comes with a standard one-year
limited warranty(10). For more information on eMachines products,
customers can visit http://www.emachines.com/. The notebook and
desktop configurations include: eMachines W4605 Notebook PC - AMD
Sempron(TM) 2800+ (64-bit) Processor - 512MB DDR Memory - 60GB Hard
Drive(3) - CDRW/DVD Combo - Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Home -
802.11g Wireless - 15-inch XGA Glare Screen - Suggested retail
price of $799.99 after $50 mail-in rebate(1) - Available
exclusively at Wal-Mart eMachines T6524 Desktop PC - AMD Athlon(TM)
64 3500+ Processor - ATI Radeon(R) Xpress 200 Graphics - 1GB DDR
Memory - 200GB Hard Drive(3) - Multi-Format Double Layer DVD+/-RW
Optical Drive - CD-ROM - Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Media Center
Edition 2005 - Suggested retail price of $599.99 after $50 mail-in
rebate(1) eMachines T6412 Desktop PC - AMD Athlon(TM) 64 3400+
Processor - ATI Radeon(R) Xpress 200 Graphics - 512MB DDR Memory -
200GB Hard Drive(3) - Multi-Format Double Layer DVD+/-RW Optical
Drive - Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Home - Suggested retail price of
$499.99 after $50 mail-in rebate(1) eMachines T5010 Desktop PC -
Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 Processor 516 (64-bit) - 512MB DDR Memory -
200GB Hard Drive(3) - Multi-Format Double Layer DVD+/-RW Optical
Drive - Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Home - Suggested retail price of
$499.99 after $50 mail-in rebate(1) eMachines T3302 Desktop PC -
AMD Sempron(TM) 3300+ (64-bit) Processor - 512MB DDR Memory - 160GB
Hard Drive(3) - CDRW/DVD Combo - Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Home -
Suggested retail price of $399.99 after $50 mail-in rebate(1)
eMachines T3104 Desktop PC - AMD Sempron(TM) 3100+ (64-bit)
Processor - 256MB DDR Memory - 100GB Hard Drive(3) - CDRW/DVD Combo
- Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Home - Suggested retail price of
$339.99 after $50 mail-in rebate(1) About eMachines eMachines, the
leading PC desktop brand in U.S. retail, is part of the Gateway
(NYSE:GTW) family of technology products that has been recognized
for its world-class customer service and support. Since its
founding in 1985, Irvine, Calif.-based Gateway (NYSE:GTW) has been
offering award-winning PCs and related products to consumers,
businesses, government agencies and schools with highest quality
and service and best overall value. Gateway is now the third
largest PC company in the U.S. and among the top ten worldwide. The
company's value-based eMachines brand is sold exclusively by
leading retailers worldwide, while the premium Gateway line is
available at major retailers, over the web and phone, and through
its direct and indirect sales force. See http://www.gateway.com/
for more information. All offers subject to change without notice
or obligation and may not be available at all retail locations.
Prices listed are manufacturer suggested retail prices and may vary
by retail location. Applicable taxes extra. Sale subject to Limited
Warranty and Terms & Conditions agreement. Gateway cannot be
held responsible for pricing or other typographical errors. Other
product or service names mentioned herein are the trademarks of
their respective owners. (1) For more information about rebate
offer, log on to http://www.emachines.com/news/rebate.html. (2)
Weight varies with options. Thickness varies across product.
Gateway quotes measurements at thinnest point. (3) Accessible
capacity varies; MB = 1 million bytes; GB = 1 billion bytes. (4)
Height adjustable stand and wall mounting kit sold separately. (5)
Additional phone charges may apply. Call 1-800-846-2000 for details
and access numbers. Check the number you select with your local
phone company. New U.S. members 18+ only. Major credit card or
checking account required. (6) 90 days of LiveUpdate feature
included. Internet connection required. (7) 30 days of LiveUpdate
feature included. Internet connection required. (8) PC World ,
"Readers Rate the Manufacturers," January 2005 (9) Internet
connection required. (10) Limited warranties and service agreements
apply; visit eMacines.com or call 1-800-846-2000 for a free copy.
Service agreements are issued and performed by third parties. May
not be available in all locations. Phone charges may apply for tech
support. DATASOURCE: Gateway, Inc. CONTACT: Erin Davern of Gateway,
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