Lycoris Unveils OS For Tablet PC Platform

Lycoris Unveils OS For Tablet PC Platform

*Redmond, WA - July 15, 2003 - *Lycoris unveiled its new OS for the 
tablet PC, Desktop/LX Tablet Edition, into the hands of tablet 
manufacturers and resellers this week. Seen as a giant step into a new 
market for the Linux software company responsible for the award winning 
Desktop/LX OS, Tablet Edition gives OEMs and vertical markets access to 
an inexpensive operating system capable of running on the Tablet PC 
platform. "For example, a retailer can now opt for the less expensive 
Desktop/LX Tablet Edition on their tablets and save over $100 per unit 
on the floor," remarks Jason Spisak, Vice President of Market 
Development of Lycoris,."and that directly affects the bottom line."


This incredible new foray into the small world of tablet computers 
establishes Lycoris as a Linux technology leader in a space previously 
only inhabited by Microsoft. Lycoris has developed special technology 
for this platform such as a keyboard-free user interface, touch screen 
driver integration and USB CD-ROM installation enhancements. Desktop/LX 
Tablet Edition is tailored specifically for OEMs in the tablet PC space 
and Lycoris is working hand in hand with them to ensure an enjoyable 
customer experience. Desktop/LX Tablet Edition retails for $49.95 and 
installs in less than 20 minutes on average PC hardware, allowing OEMs 
to maintain strong profit margins while providing a tangible value.


Desktop/LX Tablet Edition Features:

*Full Desktop OS*

	

Perfect for dedicated tasks that require printing and full desktop 
capability.

*Mozilla*

	

Full web browser with Java, Flash, RealPlayer, CSS, Javascript, and XHTML.

*Network Browser *

	

Easy access to shared files.

*GIMP*

	

Digital photo and image editing.

*Light Office Suite*

	

Built in productivity

*First Run Wizard *

	

Simplified tablet setup

*Power Management*

	

Maximize battery life

*Tablet XGalaga*

	

A Special version of XGalaga customized to use the touchscreen features 
of the OS.


One of the primary features of the Tablet PC is keyboardless operation. 
Desktop/LX Tablet Edition contains technology that allows the OS to be 
installed and operated without a keyboard. The onscreen *virtual 
keyboard* allows users to enter text such as passwords as if a standard 
101 key input was attached.

Monitoring power reserves is essential to the disconnected operation of 
a Tablet PC. Lycoris has created a *special battery system tray icon* 
which gives users one-look access to remaining battery life. A simply 
click gives more specific percentage readout of the power left on the 
tablet.

Tablet PCs with Desktop/LX pre-installed are already in production. OEMs 
are invited to have their tablet Desktop/LX Certified today in order to 
start taking advantage of Lycoris' low-cost, proven technology and offer 
an alternative to their cutstomers.

For more information, contact the Lycoris Sales Team or visit Lycoris 
online at http://www.lycoris.com/products/tablet/ 
<http://www.lycoris.com/products/tablet/>.

Lycoris
Familiar. Powerful. Open.

Sales Team:
+1 (360) 510-3828
sales@lycoris.com <mailto:sales@lycoris.com>

Media Team:
+1 (323) 445-2646
press@lycoris.com <mailto:press@lycoris.com>