As the First to Market, Belkin's DisplayPort Cable Features the
New High-Definition Audio Video Standard for Computing Devices
COMPTON, Calif.--(Business Wire)--Belkin International, Inc. today announced its new DisplayPort
(DP) Cable, a high-definition digital audio video cable for computing
displays, graphic cards, and laptops. Expected to replace DVI and VGA,
DP is considered the HDMI(TM) equivalent for computers, providing both
high-definition digital audio and video via one cable.
With the DisplayPort Cable, you can:
-- View movies and photos at 1080p picture clarity on your
computer monitor
-- Have a smaller connector footprint compared to DVI and VGA on
your desktop
-- Future-proof yourself when DVI and VGA are slowly phased
out--starting in late 2008--as DP adoption increases
Statistic
-- IDC forecasts that DisplayPort penetration in PCs will
represent 34% of the market share in 2010.(1)
AVAILABILITY
-- April 2008 in the US
-- Launches in Canada, Europe, Asia, and Australia in late 2008
On Display At:
-- 2008 International CES, January 7-10, 2008, in Las Vegas at
Booth #30368 South Hall
-- Macworld Conference & Expo 2008, January 15-18, 2008, in San
Francisco at Booth #911
DisplayPort Cable (F2CD00X-XX) - US: $59.99-$109.99 (depending on
cable length)
-- Provides both digital video and audio in one cable
-- Provides up to 1080p resolution with digital audio
-- Smaller connector footprint than either DVI or VGA
-- Supports HDCP (High-Definition Content Protection)
-- Supports color depth of 6, 8, 10, 12, and 16 bits per
component
-- Available in 3-, 6-, and 10-foot lengths
QUOTE:
Chris McGugan, Vice President of Product Management, Belkin
International, Inc.:
-- Belkin has been on the leading edge of providing solutions for
computer and consumer electronic interfaces for over 20 years.
-- Like USB almost a decade ago, we believe DisplayPort is poised
to have a significant impact on computer connectivity.
-- And, like USB, we intend to be a leader in introducing a
well-designed line of solutions that make transitioning to and
connecting DisplayPort devices seamless for our customers.
(1) From IDC's February 2006 "Worldwide PC Interface and
Technologies 2005-2010 Forecast" Report
About Belkin International, Inc.
Belkin offers a diverse product mix that provides people with
seamless electronics integration in their homes, cars, and on the go.
Founded in California in 1983, Belkin is a privately held company and
the recognized leader in connectivity solutions, in addition to
accessories for MP3 devices, computers, and more. We provide extensive
solutions for networking, home theater--with our PureAV(R) line of
cables, power, and digital wireless accessories--and many more
categories. You can view and purchase them at www.belkin.com, as well
as through a network of major distributors, resellers, and
superstores.
Belkin's phenomenal growth has led to our expanding global
presence. In addition to corporate headquarters in Los Angeles, we now
have offices throughout Europe--in the United Kingdom, the
Netherlands, and Germany, among others--and in the Asia Pacific
region, including Australia, Shanghai, and our regional headquarters
in Hong Kong.
Belkin International, Inc.
Melody Chalaban, Public Relations Manager
310-604-2347
melodych@belkin.com
or
Jacqueline Romulo, Public Relations Coordinator
310-604-2303
jacqueliner@belkin.com
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