Everex Unveils CloudBook Ultra-Mobile PC at CES

7" UMPC model to feature popular Open Source software from gOS

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 8 /PRNewswire/ -- Everex, a world leader in the design and
production of personal computers, today launched their much anticipated
Ultra-Mobile PC featuring the latest Open Source operating system from gOS.
Measuring 9" in length and 2 pounds in weight, the Everex CloudBook caters
to users seeking the latest in mobile computing. With its 1.2GHz VIA C7-M ULV
mobile processor, the laptop averages 5 hours of battery life on a 4-cell,
lithium-ion battery. Unlike many of its competitors, the CloudBook also
features 30GB of internal storage, digital video output (DVI-I), 4-in-1 card
reader and 1.3MP webcam.
With its size, specification and energy efficient design, customers will
now find the performance and features of much larger laptops in one of the
most mobile computer designs on the market.
"The overwhelming success of our gPC desktop generated countless inquires
from customers seeking additional Open Source mobile platforms," states John
Lin, general manager of Everex. "With the launch of the new CloudBook our
vision remains the same: Provide mainstream users with their favorite
applications wrapped in a no-compromise, low-cost, consumer friendly product."
The CloudBook, model CE1200V, showcases the gOS operating system and
familiar applications from Mozilla, Skype, Google, Facebook, Faqly and
OpenOffice.org. Available January 25th, the computer will be available at
Walmart.com for $399.
"The potential of mainstream, Open Source PCs is tremendous," said Lin.
"Combine a revolutionary platform like our CloudBook with the stunning
graphics and performance provided by gOS Rocket and consumers will be armed
with the utmost in mobile computing."
To learn more about Everex, the CloudBook and their entire line of
computing products, visit www.everex.com. For information on gOS or to
download a free copy of gOS Rocket see www.thinkgos.com.
Key Features*

-- Operating System: gOS V2 Rocket

-- Processor: 1.2GHz VIA C7-M ULV Processor

-- Display: 7" WVGA TFT Widescreen (800 x 480 native resolution)

-- Preinstalled and Linked Software: Mozilla FireFox, gMail, Meebo,
Skype, Google Documents & Spreadsheets, Google Calendar, Google News,
Google Maps, Wikipedia, Google Product Search, GIMP, Blogger, YouTube,
Xine Movie Player, RhythmBox, Faqly, Facebook and OpenOffice.org 2.3
(includes WRITER, IMPRESS, MATH, DRAW)

-- Memory: 512MB DDR2 533MHz SDRAM (1GB Max)

-- Hard Disk Drive: 30GB, 4200RPM PATA

-- Graphic: VIA UniChrome(TM) Pro IGP

-- Audio: VIA VT1708A High Definition Audio Codec with built-in speakers

-- WLAN: 802.11b/g

-- LAN: 10/100 Ethernet

-- I/O: (1) DVI-I port, (2) USB 2.0 ports, (1) RJ45 Ethernet port, (1)
Headphone/Line Out jack, (1) Microphone/ Line In jack, (1) 4-in-1
Media Card Reader (Secure Digital, Multi-Media Card, Memory Stick,
Memory Stick PRO)

-- Battery: 4-Cell (14.4V, 2200mAh), rechargeable Lithium-Ion

-- Dimensions: 9.06" x 6.73 x 1.16" (W x D x H)

-- Weight: 2 pounds

-- Warranty & Support: 1 Year Limited Warranty with 24/7 Toll-Free
Technical Support

-- MSRP: $399.00

*Specifications subject to change

About Everex
Founded in 1983 and headquartered in Fremont, California, Everex has
established itself as a world leader in the personal computer industry. As a
subsidiary of First International Computer, a supplier to many of the world's
largest computer companies, a unique and distinctive line of products has
propelled the organization to become the eighth largest retail computer brand
in the US. For the latest information on Everex, visit www.everex.com.
Everex Media Contact: Paul C. Kim, Director of Marketing, 510-252-8829
(USA), paulkim@everex.com

gOS Media Contact: David Liu, Founder, 310-709-4881 (USA),
davidliu@thinkgos.com

SOURCE First International Computer

Paul C. Kim, Director of Marketing of First International Computer,
+1-510-252-8829, paulkim@everex.com; or David Liu, Founder of gOS,
+1-310-709-4881, davidliu@thinkgos.com