Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific
M1 offers broadband service on Fujitsu’s latest ultra-mobile personal computer
Singapore, Dec 04, 2007 — The world’s smallest* ultra-mobile personal computer from Fujitsu will make its debut in Singapore with M1 Broadband as an embedded service in a partnership between M1 and Fujitsu.
The HSDPA-enabled LifeBook U1010 (3.5G) will enable M1 customers to be the first to enjoy true wireless Internet connectivity anywhere and anytime with M1’s island-wide wireless broadband service.
Retailing from $1,788 with selected M1 Broadband Plans, the LifeBook U1010 (3.5G) will be available at all M1 Shops and M1 Shop Online from 7 December 2007. This will expand the range of M1 Broadband devices that customers can use to access the service.
Compact in design and weighing only 0.63kg, the LifeBook U1010 (3.5G) is the ideal communication device for the busy professional who needs to stay connected while on the road. Furthermore, with M1 Broadband, users can also enjoy HSDPA roaming in over 20 countries, and 3G roaming in over 40 countries.
To access M1 Broadband on the LifeBook U1010 (3.5G), users just have to subscribe to a M1 Broadband plan and insert the M1 SIM card into the computer.
“We’re pleased to work with Fujitsu again to revolutionise the way our customers work and play. With M1 Broadband, customers can access wireless Internet wherever they are and enjoy true mobile freedom, especially on the small and handy LifeBook U1010 (3.5G). We’ve received good response to the service, and we will continue to innovate to improve the overall broadband experience for all our customers,” said Mr P. Subramaniam, Director of Enterprise and Alliances, M1.
“As the mobile lifestyle continues to evolve, Fujitsu is convinced of the great potential in 3.5G technology and M1’s expertise and infrastructure to support it. The LifeBook U1010 3.5G gives a whole new meaning to the essence of portability – all in the palm of your hands. What’s more, users have the flexibility of using the U1010 like a hand-held, tablet or notebook PC. It is our privilege to collaborate with M1 once again to provide today’s most discerning mobile professionals and others who need to stay connected on the go with a powerful and reliable solution to enhance their mobile connectivity experience”, said Mr. Mok Wai Tong, Vice President, Sales, Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific.
M1 Broadband was launched on 6 December 2006 to offer M1 customers true wireless broadband service island-wide on M1’s HSDPA network.
M1, Singapore's most exciting and innovative mobile and IDD service provider, was launched in April 1997. Since then, it has made significant inroads into the local mobile communications market, gaining considerable brand presence and market share. M1 aims to be the leader in personal voice, business and data communications, focusing on value, quality and customer service. More information on M1 is available at www.m1.com.sg
Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific is the Asia Pacific Regional Headquarters for PC business of Fujitsu Limited, Japan. Its responsibilities include the marketing and sales of a wide range of personal computers for the corporate and end-user markets in the Asia Pacific.
Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific pledges “Built-in Confidence” for every product under its brand name to reassure users of product and service excellence. From high performance components to stringent quality control and professional after-sales service, Fujitsu stands for reliability and satisfaction.
Fujitsu is a leading provider of customer-focused IT and communications solutions for the global marketplace. Pace-setting device technologies, highly reliable computing and communications products, and a worldwide corps of systems and services experts uniquely position Fujitsu to deliver comprehensive solutions that open up infinite possibilities for its customers' success. Fujitsu also makes every effort to ensure that our products are manufactured in a bid to promote environment conservation and protection. Headquartered in Tokyo, Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 5.1 trillion yen (US$43.2 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2007. See www.fujitsu.com for further information.
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