Linux Based SimplicITy PC Targeted for Senior Citizens

With the increase demand of elderly folks to stay connected with internet, Wessex Computers and Valerie Singleton see the business opportunity to develop an entry level easy-to-operate PC machine that allows even older generation folks to enjoy internet browsing activities without being limited by their ages and PC computing knowledge. Named as SimplicITy, it is designed with very simple GUI that enables quick and direct access to system functions in simple clicks.




Basically the interface only consists of six buttons, namely Email, About Me, Video Tutorial, Browse the Web, Chat and Documents and with these self-explanatory button press, it will bring the users to specific functions without the need to go through hassle like conventional PC. As expected, there will be no log-in requirements or start up windows to make it truly simple with instant ON and Connect capability. Preloaded with Linux Mint Operating System, which is claimed to be less vulnerable to security threats such as spywares or viruses, it will able to offer a full peace of mind environment especially suitable for those that are aged 50 years old and above without any technical support required.

The systems are already available now with a lead time of 2-weeks to customize, there will be two versions – SimplicITY Suite 100 (single-core) and SimplicITY Suite 200 (dual-core) at £436 and £526 respectively with all accessories bundled with.

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BenQ Joybook S35 and Joybook S43 Ultra-thin Notebooks

The world leading innovator of digital lifestyle product, BenQ has expanded its two luxury style distinctive Joybook series notebooks named as Joybook S35 and Joybook S43, which are targeted for mobile businessman and Internet enthusiast. The new BenQ Joybook S35 is equipped with 13.3-inch LED backlight display with 1366 × 768 pixels resolution, Intel GMA4500M Graphics, 500GB hard drive, DVD Burner, built-in webcam, 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v2.1 EDR, 4-in-1 card reader, 3 USB 2.0 ports, HDMI, and 2-channel TruSurround HD sound system with SRS Headphone 360.


On the other hand, BenQ Joybook S43 is equipped with 14-inch LCD display with 1366 × 768 pixels resolution. Furthermore, the notebook also built-in 8X Super-Multi DVD burner, an integrated ATI Mobility Radeon HD4330 dGPU, 500GB HDD, 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v2.1+ EDR, 4-in-1 card reader, 3 USB 2.0 ports, RJ-45, HDMI, and two-channel sound TruSurround HD.

Both joybook series notebook will be available with options of energy-efficient ULV Intel processors, including Intel’s ULV processors (Core 2 Duo SU7300, Core 2 Solo SU3500, or Celeron 723/743). The S35 comes with 4-cell battery that support up to 5.5 hours operation time and Joybook S43 notebook comes with 6-cell battery that support run time up to 5 hours.

Joybook S35 weighs only 1.6 kg while S43 weighs only 2kg. The BenQ Joybook S35 and Joybook S43 CULV notebooks are currently available in China, Taiwan, and the Asia Pacific through selecting leading retailers and BenQ.com website.

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