Recent Press Releases
Corporate News
- 4 September 2008 Manila
- Fujitsu Announces HandyDrive 2.5-inch External USB Hard Disk Drives for the Philippines
Manila, September 4, 2008 – 160GB, 250GB, 320GB, 400GB and 500GB versions available since July 2008
- 23 July 2008 Tokyo
- Fujitsu Establishes Medium-Term Environmental Vision: "Green Policy 2020"
Tokyo, July 23, 2008 – - Aiming to reduce CO2 emissions by 30 million tons by 2020 through environmental innovation -
- 18 July 2008 Manila
- Fujitsu Philippines supports Oriental and Motolite’s Balik Baterya Program
Manila, July 18, 2008 – Fujitsu helps preserve and clean up the environment
- 13 May 2008 Manila
- Fujitsu Unveils PRIMEQUEST™ 500A Mission-Critical Servers
Manila, May 13, 2008 – TItanium® 9100-based Windows and Linux servers to be available from May 2008
- 13 May 2008 Manila
- Primergy TX150 S6 Server Sets World Record for Energy Efficiency
Manila, May 13, 2008 – Xeon-based Linux and Windows server launched in the Philippines with immediate effect
Services & Solutions
- 16 May 2006 Manila
- Cisco Recognizes WeSolv for Customer Satisfaction Excellence
Manila, May 16, 2006 – Leading IT System Integrator Fujitsu Philippines, Inc. announced today that its wholly owned subsidiary, WeSolv Open Computing, Inc., has been officially recognized by Cisco Systems for its customer satisfaction excellence.
- 10 February 2005 Manila
- New Home for FTSPI
Manila, February 10, 2005 – Following its office transfer from the West to the East Tower of PSEC, FTSPI held its office blessing and ribbon cutting on February 10, 2005.
- 15 December 2004 Manila
- WeServ passes CMM Level 3 Assessment
Manila, December 15, 2004 – Weserv Systems International, Inc. (WeServ), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fujitsu Philippines, Inc., recently passed the Capability Maturity Model for Software (SWCMM) done by SQME Professionals, Inc. and has been rated at Level 3. Developed by Carnegie Mellon Software Engineering Institute (SEI), CMM is an internationally recognized measure to determine the level of maturity of software development processes in an organization.
- 1 August 2004 Manila
- Retirement Fund Establishment
Manila, August 1, 2004 – In compliance with RA No. 7641 called the Retirement Pay Law, FTSP has established its retirement fund with PCI-Equitable Bank effective August 1, 2004. The established retirement fund aims to provide payment for retirement, disability, death or separation benefits for FTSP employees or their beneficiaries.
- 29 July 2004 Manila
- Car Infotainment Organizational Restructuring
Manila, July 29, 2004 – Recently, Fujitsu Ten Limited has established a new factory in China and is planning to put up a technical center in Europe as part of their aim to expand their current businesses all over the world. To keep at pace with these changes, our company, Fujitsu Ten Solutions Philippines, Inc., found the need to strengthen our design capability for both software and hardware.
Computing Products
- 27 March 2007 Singapore
- Fujitsu wins Red Dot award for distinction in high quality product design
Singapore, March 27, 2007 – Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific has been awarded the prestigious red dot: best of the best product design award for distinction in high quality product design. It was given this honour at the 52nd international “Red Dot: Product Design 2007” awards.
- 27 February 2007 Singapore
- Fujitsu offers embedded HSDPA in an ultra-portable tablet PC form factor
Singapore, February 27, 2007 – The new era of mobile computing dawned with the launch of the stylishly slender LifeBook Q2010 with HSDPA in 2006. Having gained industry and consumer affirmation, Fujitsu now offers this new-found freedom to LifeBook P1610.
- 31 January 2007 Singapore
- Fujitsu delivers value-priced computing companions running on Windows Vista
Singapore, January 31, 2007 – Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific today introduced three value-priced computing companions – LifeBook S2210, A6020 and A3120 – all running on the latest Windows Vista™ operating system.
- 4 January 2007 Singapore
- Fujitsu LifeBook P7230 – symbol of simplicity in a modern oriental design concept.
Singapore, January 4, 2007 – Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific today proudly announces the LifeBook P7230, an ultra-mobile designed for the frequent-traveling and minimalist sets. The newest style icon is all about clean lines and innovation.
- 7 December 2006 Singapore
- Fujitsu Design Concept
Singapore, December 7, 2006 – Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific today shares the design concept behind its award-winning LifeBook and Stylistic series, as well as its futuristic concept PCs, resounding the company’s significance of infinite possibilities.
Telecommunications
- 1 July 2004 Manila
- WeSolv is CISCO Silver Certified Partner
Manila, July 1, 2004 – Fujitsu Philippines, Inc. through WeSolv Open Computing, Inc., its networking and communications subsidiary, has become a Cisco Silver Certified Partner, which provides superior service and support capabilities for corporate customers.
- 26 February 2002 Manila
- FPI Bags Cisco's Systems Integrator of the Year, Partner of the Year, and Strategic Win Awards
Manila, February 26, 2002 – For the second time, Fujitsu Philippines, Inc. bagged the Systems Integrator of the Year and the Partner of the Year awards from Cisco Systems, Inc. FPI also won the Strategic Win award. The criteria set by Cisco include revenues, marketing, and pre- and post-sales support. Over 50 percent of the criteria though are based on revenues.
Microelectronics
- 5 August 2008 Singapore
- Fujitsu Releases Interface Board for High-End Printer Features
Singapore, August 5, 2008 – Fujitsu Components Asia Pte. Ltd.today introduced a new interface board series for its 2, 3, and 4-inch, 5V thermal printer mechanisms. The new interface boards support high-end features such as high-speed data communications, fast print speeds, USB 2.0 and high speed (460kbps) Serial (RS232-C) connectivity, and OCR extended numeric characters.
- 27 May 2008 Singapore
- Fujitsu Expands Line of Standard, Wide-Aspect Ratio Touch Panels
Singapore, May 27, 2008 – Responding to the market growth of wide-aspect ratio LCDs, Fujitsu Components Asia Limited today announced an expanded line-up of standard, wide-aspect ratio, 4-wire resistive touch panels. The devices fit available wide-aspect ratio LCDs to eliminate custom development costs for OEMs and shorten their product time-to-market.
- 22 May 2008 Tokyo
- Fujitsu Launches Industry's First Embedded FRAM-LSI that Counteracts Electromagnetic Interference
Tokyo, May 22, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited (FML) today announced the launch of the MB88R157, an addition to its existing product line of spread-spectrum clock generators (SSCG), which provide countermeasures against electromagnetic interference (EMI) on high-frequency clock signals. The new LSI also includes embedded FRAM, an industry first, which features fast rewriting speed and can vary its frequency output over a range of 1 MHz to 134 MHz while mounted on a circuit board. In addition, Fujitsu Microelectronic’s circuit design technology reduces the product power consumption in continuous operation by up to 40% in comparison to similar products from other companies. As it is easy to rewrite parameters in this new LSI, it is appropriate for a wide range of applications including multi-functional printers, PCs, and mobile phones, as well as for televisions, DVD players, and game consoles.
- 14 April 2008 Singapore
- New Fujitsu Thermal Printer Unit Targets Medium-volume Kiosks
Singapore, April 14, 2008 – Fujitsu Components Asia Pte. Ltd. today expanded its line of thermal printers for kiosk applications with the addition of a 2-inch printer subassembly. The new model offers OEMs a reliable, high-quality printing solution for medium-volume print output.
- 4 February 2008 Singapore
- Fujitsu 40A High-Temp Automotive Relay is Market’s Smallest
Singapore, February 4, 2008 – Fujitsu Components Asia, Limited has released the market’s smallest 40A, high-temperature-grade automotive printed circuit board relay. Capable of switching heavy loads such as for power outlets, fan motors, electronic power steering and starters, the FBR53-HW relay replaces larger plug-in relays to conserve PCB weight and real estate in Electronic Control Units.
Corporate News
- 4 September 2008 Manila
- Fujitsu Announces HandyDrive 2.5-inch External USB Hard Disk Drives for the Philippines
Manila, September 4, 2008 – 160GB, 250GB, 320GB, 400GB and 500GB versions available since July 2008
- 23 July 2008 Tokyo
- Fujitsu Establishes Medium-Term Environmental Vision: "Green Policy 2020"
Tokyo, July 23, 2008 – - Aiming to reduce CO2 emissions by 30 million tons by 2020 through environmental innovation -
- 18 July 2008 Manila
- Fujitsu Philippines supports Oriental and Motolite’s Balik Baterya Program
Manila, July 18, 2008 – Fujitsu helps preserve and clean up the environment
- 13 May 2008 Manila
- Fujitsu Unveils PRIMEQUEST™ 500A Mission-Critical Servers
Manila, May 13, 2008 – TItanium® 9100-based Windows and Linux servers to be available from May 2008
- 13 May 2008 Manila
- Primergy TX150 S6 Server Sets World Record for Energy Efficiency
Manila, May 13, 2008 – Xeon-based Linux and Windows server launched in the Philippines with immediate effect
- 27 March 2008 Tokyo
- Fujitsu Announces Executive Appointments
Tokyo, March 27, 2008 – Fujitsu Announces Executive Appointments
- 26 March 2008 Tokyo
- Fujitsu to Host Fujitsu Forum 2008
Tokyo, March 26, 2008 – Fujitsu to Host Fujitsu Forum 2008
- 25 March 2008 Manila
- Fujitsu Unveils MHZ2 BH Series of 2.5-inch SATA Hard Disk Drives
Manila, March 25, 2008 – Leading IT and communications solutions provider Fujitsu Philippines, Inc. announced the MHZ2 BH series of Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA) hard disk drives (HDDs) for the Philippine market.
- 24 March 2008 Tokyo
- Fujitsu Becomes First Japanese Contributor Member of The Green Grid Consortium
Tokyo, March 24, 2008 – Fujitsu Limited announced today that it has become a Contributor Member of The Green Grid, the first Japanese company to take a leadership role in the global consortium dedicated to advancing energy efficiency in data centers and business computing ecosystems.
- 24 March 2008 Manila
- Setting the Bar for IT Infrastructure Services Excellence in the Philippines
Manila, March 24, 2008 – Fujitsu Philippines, Inc. (FPI), a leading IT systems integrator and IT services provider, is the first Philippine company to have its Information Technology Service Management (ITSM) System certified against the ISO/IEC 20000-1:2005 International Standard.
- 7 March 2008 Manila
- The FFA in Manila Welcomes Chairman Akikusa of Fujitsu Limited
Manila, March 7, 2008 – Naoyuki Akikusa, the chairman of Fujitsu Limited, together with other senior Fujitsu officials, visited Manila to take part in the third annual conference of the Fujitsu Family Association (FFA) on February 19, 2008.
- 4 March 2008 Manila
- Fujitsu Launches fi-6000NS Colour Network A4 Scanner
Manila, March 4, 2008 – Leading regional IT and communications solutions provider Fujitsu Philippines, Inc. launched the fi-6000NS colour network A4 scanner.
- 4 March 2008 Manila
- Fujitsu Unveils ScanSnap S510 Colour A4 Scanner
Manila, March 4, 2008 – Leading regional IT and communications solutions provider Fujitsu Philippines, Inc. launched the ScanSnap S510 colour A4 scanner.
- 13 November 2007 Manila
- Fujitsu Announces Newest Dual-Core Quad-Core Xeon®-based Primergy Servers for ASEAN
Manila, November 13, 2007 – Leading regional IT and communications solutions provider Fujitsu Philippines, Inc. today announced seven Primergy rackmount, tower and blade servers for the ASEAN markets.
- 7 September 2007 Manila
- Fujitsu Sponsors SAP’s Annual Philippine Summit
Manila, September 7, 2007 – Fujitsu, Japan’s leading IT company, teamed up with the software giant, SAP at the 2007 SAP Philippine Summit - an annual event conducted by SAP Philippines for its existing and potential customers.
Services & Solutions
- 16 May 2006 Manila
- Cisco Recognizes WeSolv for Customer Satisfaction Excellence
Manila, May 16, 2006 – Leading IT System Integrator Fujitsu Philippines, Inc. announced today that its wholly owned subsidiary, WeSolv Open Computing, Inc., has been officially recognized by Cisco Systems for its customer satisfaction excellence.
- 10 February 2005 Manila
- New Home for FTSPI
Manila, February 10, 2005 – Following its office transfer from the West to the East Tower of PSEC, FTSPI held its office blessing and ribbon cutting on February 10, 2005.
- 15 December 2004 Manila
- WeServ passes CMM Level 3 Assessment
Manila, December 15, 2004 – Weserv Systems International, Inc. (WeServ), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fujitsu Philippines, Inc., recently passed the Capability Maturity Model for Software (SWCMM) done by SQME Professionals, Inc. and has been rated at Level 3. Developed by Carnegie Mellon Software Engineering Institute (SEI), CMM is an internationally recognized measure to determine the level of maturity of software development processes in an organization.
- 1 August 2004 Manila
- Retirement Fund Establishment
Manila, August 1, 2004 – In compliance with RA No. 7641 called the Retirement Pay Law, FTSP has established its retirement fund with PCI-Equitable Bank effective August 1, 2004. The established retirement fund aims to provide payment for retirement, disability, death or separation benefits for FTSP employees or their beneficiaries.
- 29 July 2004 Manila
- Car Infotainment Organizational Restructuring
Manila, July 29, 2004 – Recently, Fujitsu Ten Limited has established a new factory in China and is planning to put up a technical center in Europe as part of their aim to expand their current businesses all over the world. To keep at pace with these changes, our company, Fujitsu Ten Solutions Philippines, Inc., found the need to strengthen our design capability for both software and hardware.
- 16 July 2004 Manila
- New Name for FTSPI
Manila, July 16, 2004 – On July 16, 2004 the Board of Directors of Fujitsu Ten Software Philippines agreed that the company shall undertake an expansion in its business. As a result, Fujitsu Ten Software Philippines, Inc. shall now be known as FUJITSU TEN SOLUTIONS PHILIPPINES, INC. This change in name has been approved by the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 7, 2004.
- 3 February 2004 Manila
- Fujitsu Philippines and Pivotal Offer Integrated CRM Solutions
Manila, February 3, 2004 – Quality service is key to retain customers in the midst of globalization and the constant changes in technology as the global marketplace becomes more competitive. The biggest enterprises around the world have embraced CRM or Customer Relationship Management strategy and now enjoy the benefits of lower operational costs, increased customer retention rates, and higher margins.
- 15 April 2003 Manila
- A Complete Linux-based Portfolio for the Entire Lifecycle of the ICT Infrastructure
Manila, April 15, 2003 – In these difficult times, enterprises are finding ways to cut costs in their ICT infrastructure. One such technology option for these trying times that many companies evaluate is the promise of Open Source platforms, especially Linux.
- 24 September 2002 Manila
- Fujitsu Philippines and SSA Global Technologies Launch BPCS MAX, New ERP for SMEs
Manila, September 24, 2002 – SSA Global Technologies (SSA GT), leading provider of enterprise software solutions for the industrial sector, and Fujitsu Philippines, Inc. through its system-related services subsidiary, UniServ Systems International, Inc., SSA GT's partner in the Philippines, jointly launch Business Planning Control System (BPCS) MAX.
- 4 September 2002 Manila
- Fujitsu Philippines Launches Fujitsu's International CRM Delivery Program
Manila, September 4, 2002 – Today, most markets are under intense pressure. Margins are being eroded by better educated customers who have access to more competitive information. These customers use this information to squeeze down the price. At the same time, they are demanding the same service levels that come with premium pricing. These markets are fighting a price war. And as we all know, there are few winners if any from this situation.
- 3 December 2001 Manila
- Banco de Oro implements CRM solution for its call center with Fujitsu Philippines
Manila, December 3, 2001 – With an aim to efficiently manage customer interaction to gain more competitive advantage in the local banking industry, Banco de Oro is implementing a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) solution for its call center operation. The universal bank has chosen Fujitsu Philippines, Inc. (FPI) as its trusted partner to execute its CRM strategy by customizing and implementing Applix iEnterprise, a leading iCustomer Relationship Management (iCRM) solution.
- 14 November 2001 Manila
- Fujitsu Philippines partners with Integro Technologies for e-services in the finance industry
Manila, November 14, 2001 – Fujitsu Philippines Inc., one of the country's leading systems integrators, and Integro Technologies Pte Ltd., a Singapore-based provider of next-generation e-solutions for financial institutions, recently inked a partnership agreement appointing FPI as its local systems integrator in the Philippines.
- 29 October 2001 Manila
- FPI partners with Veritas for storage solutions
Manila, October 29, 2001 – Fujitsu Philippines, Inc. through WeCare Technology Services Corporation, its technology services and support subsidiary, was recently appointed as Diamond Partner Reseller by Veritas Software Corporation, the leading global provider of core storage management technologies.
- 5 June 2001 Manila
- BancNet implements One-Stop Convenient Internet Payment System with Fujitsu Philippines
Manila, June 5, 2001 – In the highly competitive Philippine banking industry, it is a great challenge to retain retail and corporate customers who demand better service levels and more transacting flexibility. BANCNET, INC., the country's largest ATM Consortium, is embarking on a Multi-Channel Payment Gateway (MCPG) project to provide more payment conveniences to its member institutions, affiliates, and customers.
- 28 March 2001 Manila
- Occupational Safety and Health Center signs up with Fujitsu Philippines to beef up automation of its systems
Manila, March 28, 2001 – The Occupational Safety and Health Center, an attached agency of the Department of Labor and Employment that provides research and training to improve workplace conditions in the Philippines, signs up with Fujitsu Philippines, Inc. for the supply and installation of computer hardware and software systems.
Computing Products
- 27 March 2007 Singapore
- Fujitsu wins Red Dot award for distinction in high quality product design
Singapore, March 27, 2007 – Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific has been awarded the prestigious red dot: best of the best product design award for distinction in high quality product design. It was given this honour at the 52nd international “Red Dot: Product Design 2007” awards.
- 27 February 2007 Singapore
- Fujitsu offers embedded HSDPA in an ultra-portable tablet PC form factor
Singapore, February 27, 2007 – The new era of mobile computing dawned with the launch of the stylishly slender LifeBook Q2010 with HSDPA in 2006. Having gained industry and consumer affirmation, Fujitsu now offers this new-found freedom to LifeBook P1610.
- 31 January 2007 Singapore
- Fujitsu delivers value-priced computing companions running on Windows Vista
Singapore, January 31, 2007 – Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific today introduced three value-priced computing companions – LifeBook S2210, A6020 and A3120 – all running on the latest Windows Vista™ operating system.
- 4 January 2007 Singapore
- Fujitsu LifeBook P7230 – symbol of simplicity in a modern oriental design concept.
Singapore, January 4, 2007 – Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific today proudly announces the LifeBook P7230, an ultra-mobile designed for the frequent-traveling and minimalist sets. The newest style icon is all about clean lines and innovation.
- 7 December 2006 Singapore
- Fujitsu Design Concept
Singapore, December 7, 2006 – Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific today shares the design concept behind its award-winning LifeBook and Stylistic series, as well as its futuristic concept PCs, resounding the company’s significance of infinite possibilities.
- 28 November 2006 Singapore
- Fujitsu partners M1 to offer the first LifeBook Q2010 with built-in broadband service in Singapore
Singapore, November 28, 2006 – Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific today announces the launch of LifeBook Q2010 with built-in ‘M1 Broadband’ service provided by MobileOne Ltd (M1), the first of such collaboration in Singapore.
- 27 November 2006 Singapore
- The Perfect Gift - Fujitsu LifeBook A3110
Singapore, November 27, 2006 – Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific today reveals one of the most sought-after gifts that should be on everyone’s shopping list – LifeBook A3110, in pure white.
- 7 November 2006 Singapore
- Witness the tablet PC evolution with Fujitsu
Singapore, November 7, 2006 – Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific today proudly announces three new tablet PC models offering new levels of performance, mobility and control for virtually any consumer, business or vertical application.
- 30 October 2006
- Experience the digital world in fast-forward mode
October 30, 2006 – Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific today introduces their line-up of computing companions running on Intel® Core™2 Duo processors.
- 28 September 2006 Singapore
- The new LifeBook A series: delivering the performance and value you demand
Singapore, September 28, 2006 – Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific today proudly announces the brand new LifeBook A series. Designed to cater to the requirements of corporate, home office and value-conscious consumers, the two new models, LifeBook A3110 and A6010, maintain the stylish design and superb reliability Fujitsu is renowned for.
- 3 August 2006 Hong Kong
- Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific partners Sierra Wireless to deliver integrated 3G technology on LifeBook Q2010
Hong Kong, August 3, 2006 – Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific and Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) have unveiled the technology behind the recently launched LifeBook Q2010 with Super3G functionality - the Sierra Wireless MC8755V Voice Enabled PCI Express Mini Card embedded module.
- 31 July 2006 Vancouver, British Columbia and Hong Kong
- Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific and Sierra Wireless deliver integrated 3G to LifeBook Q2010 for Hong Kong customers
Vancouver, British Columbia and Hong Kong , July 31, 2006 – Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) and Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific today announced the LifeBook Q2010, with Super3G functionality provided by the Sierra Wireless MC8755V Voice Enabled PCI Express Mini Card embedded module, is now available in Hong Kong. With its ultra-slim profile of 19 millimetres and amazingly light weight of barely one kilogram, discerning and tech-savvy consumers can now look forward to true mobility. Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific is also exploring opportunities to deliver the LifeBook Q2010 to other Asia Pacific regions in the upcoming months.
- 26 July 2006 Hong Kong
- True Mobile broadband connection on your LifeBook. Anytime, anywhere.
Hong Kong, July 26, 2006 – Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific and SmarTone-Vodafone today jointly announced the launch of the LifeBook Q2010 embedded with Hong Kong’s first HSDPA-enabled service, SmarTone-Vodafone Mobile Broadband (HSDPA: High-Speed Downlink Packet Access). LifeBook Q2010 embedded with the HSDPA-enabled mobile broadband service, ensures a new and better user experience in true mobile broadband connectivity. The cooperation also marks the significance of SmarTone-Vodafone being the first official service provider for Fujitsu on full and real mobile broadband coverage.
- 21 June 2006 Singapore
- Fujitsu DESKPOWER TX – winner of the prestigious Good Design Award
Singapore, June 21, 2006 – The DESKPOWER TX has not only wowed our global customers with superb and elegant design, the ultimate in simplicity, ease-of-use and a host of powerful technologies that have redefined expectations of a 21st century home entertainment experience, it has also seriously impressed the judges of the Good Design Award for 2005, validating the groundbreaking efforts of the Fujitsu PC engineering and design team and demonstrating that the digital lifestyle is truly an everyday part of our lives in the new millennium.
- 17 May 2006 Singapore
- Powerful And Sophisticated Computing Companions Designed Uniquely For You
Singapore, May 17, 2006 – Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific today proudly releases a new comprehensive range of computing companions. Designed with the unique individual in mind, this range caters to your computing needs and requirements in intuitive and innovative ways that truly add to your productivity and sense of style.
Telecommunications
- 1 July 2004 Manila
- WeSolv is CISCO Silver Certified Partner
Manila, July 1, 2004 – Fujitsu Philippines, Inc. through WeSolv Open Computing, Inc., its networking and communications subsidiary, has become a Cisco Silver Certified Partner, which provides superior service and support capabilities for corporate customers.
- 26 February 2002 Manila
- FPI Bags Cisco's Systems Integrator of the Year, Partner of the Year, and Strategic Win Awards
Manila, February 26, 2002 – For the second time, Fujitsu Philippines, Inc. bagged the Systems Integrator of the Year and the Partner of the Year awards from Cisco Systems, Inc. FPI also won the Strategic Win award. The criteria set by Cisco include revenues, marketing, and pre- and post-sales support. Over 50 percent of the criteria though are based on revenues.
Microelectronics
- 5 August 2008 Singapore
- Fujitsu Releases Interface Board for High-End Printer Features
Singapore, August 5, 2008 – Fujitsu Components Asia Pte. Ltd.today introduced a new interface board series for its 2, 3, and 4-inch, 5V thermal printer mechanisms. The new interface boards support high-end features such as high-speed data communications, fast print speeds, USB 2.0 and high speed (460kbps) Serial (RS232-C) connectivity, and OCR extended numeric characters.
- 27 May 2008 Singapore
- Fujitsu Expands Line of Standard, Wide-Aspect Ratio Touch Panels
Singapore, May 27, 2008 – Responding to the market growth of wide-aspect ratio LCDs, Fujitsu Components Asia Limited today announced an expanded line-up of standard, wide-aspect ratio, 4-wire resistive touch panels. The devices fit available wide-aspect ratio LCDs to eliminate custom development costs for OEMs and shorten their product time-to-market.
- 22 May 2008 Tokyo
- Fujitsu Launches Industry's First Embedded FRAM-LSI that Counteracts Electromagnetic Interference
Tokyo, May 22, 2008 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited (FML) today announced the launch of the MB88R157, an addition to its existing product line of spread-spectrum clock generators (SSCG), which provide countermeasures against electromagnetic interference (EMI) on high-frequency clock signals. The new LSI also includes embedded FRAM, an industry first, which features fast rewriting speed and can vary its frequency output over a range of 1 MHz to 134 MHz while mounted on a circuit board. In addition, Fujitsu Microelectronic’s circuit design technology reduces the product power consumption in continuous operation by up to 40% in comparison to similar products from other companies. As it is easy to rewrite parameters in this new LSI, it is appropriate for a wide range of applications including multi-functional printers, PCs, and mobile phones, as well as for televisions, DVD players, and game consoles.
- 14 April 2008 Singapore
- New Fujitsu Thermal Printer Unit Targets Medium-volume Kiosks
Singapore, April 14, 2008 – Fujitsu Components Asia Pte. Ltd. today expanded its line of thermal printers for kiosk applications with the addition of a 2-inch printer subassembly. The new model offers OEMs a reliable, high-quality printing solution for medium-volume print output.
- 4 February 2008 Singapore
- Fujitsu 40A High-Temp Automotive Relay is Market’s Smallest
Singapore, February 4, 2008 – Fujitsu Components Asia, Limited has released the market’s smallest 40A, high-temperature-grade automotive printed circuit board relay. Capable of switching heavy loads such as for power outlets, fan motors, electronic power steering and starters, the FBR53-HW relay replaces larger plug-in relays to conserve PCB weight and real estate in Electronic Control Units.
- 4 December 2007 Tokyo
- Fujitsu and Taiwan's Institute for Information Industry to Establish Joint Venture for WiMAX Application Platforms
Tokyo, December 4, 2007 – Fujitsu Limited and the Institute for Information Industry (III) of Taiwan, a non-governmental organization jointly sponsored by the Taiwan government and prominent private enterprises, today announced their agreement to enter into a memorandum of understanding (MOU), to establish a new company in Taiwan that will develop application platforms and provide engineering support based on WiMAX technology from Fujitsu and III. Through the joint venture, scheduled to be established in March 2008, it is anticipated that Fujitsu and III will significantly contribute to the development of the WiMAX industry in Taiwan.
- 20 August 2007 Singapore
- Fujitsu Increases Speed and Life of Ultra-Compact, 3-inch Thermal Printer Mechanism
Singapore, August 20, 2007 – Fujitsu Components Asia Pte. Ltd. today released a 3-inch thermal printer mechanism with an integrated auto-cutter that is fifty percent faster and has twice the operational life of its previous model, the FTP-637MCL401. It is designed for compact, fast print-generating applications such as Point Of Sale terminals, medical and test equipment, and instrumentation.
- 8 August 2007 Singapore
- Fujitsu Expands Standard Touch Panel Offering for Automotive and High Temperature Applications
Singapore, August 8, 2007 – Responding to customer requests for enhanced touch panel performance and environmental specifications, such as those needed for automotive and industrial applications, Fujitsu Components Asia, Ltd. today added three new extended temperature range products to its standard off-the-shelf, resistive touch panel offering.
- 16 May 2007 Singapore
- Fujitsu Introduces Production Samples of Longer Life Resistive Touch Panels
Singapore, May 16, 2007 – Fujitsu Components Asia, Ltd. today released production samples of its next-generation, resistive touch panels using an organic conductive polymer material. The new, custom touch panels offer five times the durability and comparable optical properties of conventional ITO (Indium Tin Oxide)-film panels at a small price premium.
- 24 April 2007 Singapore
- Fujitsu Introduces 17” Touch Panel to Standard Product Line
Singapore, April 24, 2007 – Fujitsu Components Asia, Ltd. today expanded its standard touch panel offering by introducing a 17-inch (diagonal) product. The off-the-shelf product simplifies and reduces product development time for OEMs and systems integrators in the growing retail kiosk market.
- 23 April 2007 Singapore
- Fujitsu Introduces Cost-Efficient, Long-Life Mini-Kiosk Printer
Singapore, April 23, 2007 – Fujitsu Components Asia Pte. Ltd. today released a receipt printer with an integrated cutter for compact devices such as mini-kiosks, POS terminals, ATMs, and scientific and medical equipment.
- 18 April 2007 Singapore
- Fujitsu Ships the Industry’s First Commercially Available 5.8GHz WiMAX System-on-Chip for Base Stations and Subscriber Units
Singapore, April 18, 2007 – - Fujitsu Microelectronics Asia Pte Ltd (FMAL) today announced that Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) is now shipping its 5.8GHz WiMAX baseband system-on-chip (SoC) to ODM partners and customers worldwide, including solutions provider Texas Instruments, WiMAX systems provider ORZA Networks and WiMAX customer premises maker Sun Create Electronics Co., Ltd.
- 16 April 2007 Singapore
- Fujitsu Adds Micro SD Connectors to Line Up
Singapore, April 16, 2007 – Expanding its PCMCIA card connector offering, Fujitsu Components Asia, Limited today released a very low-profile connector for micro SD/TransFlash™ cards. With a mounted height of 1.6mm, it is the lowest profile connector currently available for micro SD cards.
- 16 April 2007 Singapore
- Fujitsu Bi-Level LCD Console Drawer Conserves Rack Space, Offers Flexible System Status Monitoring and Control Options
Singapore, April 16, 2007 – Fujitsu Components Asia Limited today released a bi-level console drawer in a 2U configuration that provides efficient, simultaneous/continuous monitoring, operation and control for medium-to-large enterprises, data centers and server rooms.
- 26 March 2007 Singapore
- Fujitsu Develops 3D Polymer Waveguide and a Waveguide-Integrated, 4-Channel Optical Parallel Transceiver
Singapore, March 26, 2007 – Fujitsu Components Asia, Limited today announced that a collaboration between its parent company, Fujitsu Components Limited, and Fujitsu Laboratories, Ltd. has resulted in the development of a three-dimensional (3D) polymer optical waveguide and a bi-directional, 4-channel optical parallel transceiver utilizing the 3D polymer optical waveguide as an optical integration platform, which simplifies the structure and assembly of the transceiver.
