December 16, 2008, Woodstock, IL -- Other World Computing (OWC®)
http://www.macsales.com, a leading Mac and PC technology company, announced today the availability of new performance upgrade options and
same day to 48 hour shipping for the
Axiotron Modbook®,
the world’s only Mac-based tablet computer that lets users draw and write directly on the screen. OWC is
the exclusive US-based distributor for Modbook, as well as being fully certified to
convert existing MacBooks® into full-featured Modbooks via the Modservice program.
Upgrades Offer Additional Performance, Capabilities
MEMORY
• Add up to 6.0GB of performance DDR2 memory.
HARD DRIVES
• Up to 500GB 7200RPM performance Serial ATA (SATA) storage in main hard drive bay.
• Up to 250GB of additional capacity can replace standard optical drive for up to 750GB total storage capacity.
SUPERDRIVES
•
Dual Layer SuperDrive with up to 8X DVD-R burn, 2X DVD-DL burn, 3X DVD-RAM, & 24X CD burn.
WARRANTY
•
Available Three Year Extended Warranty covers the original MacBook components, any customer selected upgrades installed by OWC, and the tablet components.
Get your Custom Configured Modbook FAST – New Orders now built, shipped within 24-48 hours
Since being named a Best of Show Macworld Expo award winning product, the Modbook has been a product in high demand. Having secured a larger and more consistent supply of conversion kit components, OWC is now able to ship Modbook orders as fast as same day received. “We’re very pleased to offer Modbooks and their new upgrades with rapid order fulfillment,” said Jennifer Soule, National Sales Manger, OWC. “Now not only can customers get a unique, high performance tablet based Mac, but also one that comes backed by a commitment to high standards of customer satisfaction.”
Buy New Or “Bring Your Own ‘
Book” (BYOB) Options
OWC offers consumers a variety of Modbook purchase options.
A new Modbook tablet computer starts at $2,249.00 with a base configuration including a 2.1GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor, 1.0GB memory, 120GB hard drive, and a CDRW+/DVD-ROM Combo Drive.
A second Modbook model priced at $2,479 adds a faster 2.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor 2.0GB of memory, 160GB hard drive, and a SuperDrive Dual-Layer DVD/CD burner. Both models come with a standard one year limited hardware warranty.
Owners of existing Intel Core 2 Duo white or black MacBook computers can select the “Bring Your Own ‘Book” (BYOB) Modservice option and
have OWC fully convert their MacBook i
nto a full-featured Modbook with all of the same functionality that has earned Modbook numerous awards and accolades.
Modservice prices start at $1,299.99 for the turnkey service, which includes a protective shipping box and FedEx shipping to and from OWC.
For complete details on configuring and ordering a Modbook, or converting an existing MacBook into a customized Modbook via Modservice, visit: www.macsales.com/modbook
About Other World Computing (OWC)
Other World Computing (OWC) has been providing quality hardware products and support to the computer industry since 1988. The Illinois based company operates the popular e-commerce portal www.MacSales.com, which features one of the largest online catalogs of computer and iPod enhancement products, including Mercury, Neptune, and NewerTech® acceleration, storage, and FireWire® product lines.
OWC is a Premiere Level Apple Developer Connection member and provides extensive US-based technical support for Macintosh users around the world. OWC is also a strategic partner with Axiotron and exclusive US distributor of the award winning Axiotron Modbook.
OWC is the winner of numerous awards, including Computerworld Magazine’s Top Green-IT Companies for 2008, BizRate’s Gold Circle of Excellence for 2008, and the 2008 “Business Champion Award” from McHenry County Economic Development Corporation. The company’s management umbrella includes leading Internet Service Providers www.fastermac.net and www.owc.net and is the leading technology employer as ranked by the McHenry County Business Journal. For more information, see www.otherworldcomputing.com or www.macsales.com.
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Contact:
Company Contact:
Bill Herring
512-412-4009
bherring@macsales.com
Agency Contact:
Andy Marken
408-986-0100
andy@markencom.com