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The Axiotron ModBook is the first and only Mac tablet computer solution! Ideal for: Mobile Users, Business Professionals, Artists, Students, and Technology Leaders.
• Write and draw directly on screen!
• True pen & handwriting recognition
• The ONLY Mac solution with an optional built-in GPS
• Aircraft grade magnesium alloy for all terrain use
Engineered in the U.S. by a renowned team of German and American designers, the ModBook's condensed form factor and integrated pen-based user experience makes it the ultimate solution for applications and situations where a keyboard only gets in the way.
Designed in California by Axiotron’s team of German and American engineers, The ModBook is at its core an after-market hardware modification kit, which allows standard off-the-shelf Apple MacBook systems to be converted into high-end slate- style tablet computers. With its condensed form factor and integrated pen-based user experience the AxiotronT ModBook is the ultimate companion for applications and situations where a keyboard only gets in the way.
Built for mobile users, artists, students and professionals, the ModBook enables its user to draw and write directly on the screen, while the handwriting recognition built-into Mac OS X Tiger not only turns hand scribbles into text in every application, but also provides extended control of the system through gesture recognition.
The Modbook comes standard with built-in iSight camera and an integrated CD/DVD combo drive that can be upgraded to a 8.5 GB DVD burner, and it is the only portable Mac solution that also features an optional built-in Global Positioning System (GPS).
Mod-kit for MacBooks
Convert your standard MacBook into a tablet computer.
Slate-style Tablet Mac
Ideal for mobile users, artists students & professionals.
True Pen & Handwriting Recognition
Draw, paint, scribble and write directly on the screen.
Optional Built-in GPS
No clutter, always ready, never ask for directions again
The Modbook is the only portable Mac solution that features an optional built-in Global Positioning System (GPS). The optional Axiotron Modbook GPS Module is based on the industry leading SiRFstar III chipset for faster first location fix times and improved tracking capabilities in chal- lenging urban and outdoor environments.
State-of-the-Art Pen Input
The Axiotron ModBook is built using the unique digitizer technology from WACOM, the industry leader in graphics tablets for professional artists and consumers.
The ModBook pen digitizer is:
• Fast - 133 position updates per second
• Accurate - 20x display resolution
• Sensitive - 256 pressure levels
• Efficient - No batteries required
The included Axiotron Digitizer Pen features a replaceable pen tip, 2 programmable side buttons plus an eraser. Requiring no batteries or magnets, the pen always feels light and nimble and due to the radio-based digitizer technology, users can even write with their hand resting on the screen. This technology also allows the cursor to be controlled while the pen is hovering over the screen, providing for an intuitive, mouse-like interface with a zero learning curve.
The ModBook is fully compatible with Apple’s Inkwell, a Mac OS X Tiger feature that provides system level handwriting and gesture recognition instantly to all Mac applications.
When the Going Gets Tough
Both the ModBook’s top shell and the interior display frame are built from top grade, aircraft quality magnesium alloy, giving the ModBook superior structural strength for almost every situation. Its satin textured top shell is plated with chrome over a set of copper and nickel layers. This provides for an extremely scratch resistant and aesthetically pleasing surface, while also offering optimum protection against oxidation. Both the LCD panel and the built- in iSight camera are protected by replaceable screen covers made from
Chemically Strengthened (CS) glass. Compared to cheaper non-glass-based solutions found in most tablet computers, CS glass provides superior optical and aging properties as well as far improved scratch resistance.
The display screen cover has been treated on both sides for optimized opti- cal properties. The LCD facing (in)side features an anti-reflective coating to increase the light transmissivity for a brighter image. The user facing (out)side has been acid treated to achieve an etched surface, carefully calibrated to match the display resolution. This provides for a crisp, paper-like writing sensation, while keeping perceived haze and light refractions to a minimum.
Because Looks Do Matter
The Modbook is equipped with a new and improved LCD panel offering wider viewing angles (Horiz./Vert.: 100°/90°
vs. 90°/55°) and a higher contrast ratio (500:1 vs. 400:1) for darker blacks and stronger, more saturated, lush colors, while maintaining the same resolution (1280x800 pixel) and aspect ratio (113 ppi) of the original MacBook
display. The included ModBook ColorSync profile offers a solid base calibration which can be adjusted or replaced using the Mac OS X Tiger display calibration tools.
Built-in iSight Camera
While the ModBook utilizes the original iSight camera of the MacBook base system, it is mounted slightly tilted
downwards to better frame the face of the user.
Built-in CD/DVD or DVD Burner
The ModBook is the only slate-style tablet computer with an internal CD/DVD combo drive, which in addition can be
upgraded to a 6x DVD burner with up to 8.5 GB capacity. In combination with its 13.3� wide screen LCD, this also earns the ModBook the title of “Largest Screen Portable DVD Entertainment System�.
Built-in Mounting Locks
Inconspicuous locking points, designed into the magnesium top shell, allow the ModBook to be securely placed in optional multi-functional mounts i.e. for use with VESA compatible desktop arms.
Visit http://www.axiotron.com for more information about the ModBook.
Warranty and Warranty Extensions
Every complete ModBook solution purchased through Other World Computing (OWC) includes a 1 year OWC warranty and can be extended to up to 3 years. To learn more about OWC warranty coverage or to purchase the optional 2 year OWC warranty extension, visit Where to Buy Please visit http://www.macsales.com/modbook or call +1.800.275.4576 to purchase your complete built-to-order MacBook solution
For more information, visit:
http://eshop.macsales.com/shop/ModBook
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