Mobile Computer Milestone as Symbol Sells Half-millionth MC9000

Latest technologies in ruggedized unit include WAN, Walkie-Talkie capabilities, integrated GPS

Latest technologies in ruggedized unit include WAN, Walkie-Talkie capabilities, integrated GPS

Holtsville, NY  May 11, 2006  Symbol Technologies has sold half-a-million of its flagship MC9000 mobile computer, with long-time Symbol customer Coca-Cola Enterprises buying the 500,000th unit, reaching a milestone for the rugged device, the solution provider has announced.

"The Symbol MC9000 mobile computer is an integral part of our overall mobile solution," said Jim Long, manager for mobile computing services at Coca-Cola. "The new technology allows us to deliver applications with new functionality, such as signature capture and e-documents, that make our business more effective."

Approximately two-and-a-half years ago, Symbol first introduced its premium line of MC9000 rugged mobile computers for various enterprise applications. The unit offers a ruggedized design, multi-mode wireless connectivity, a choice of three form factors and a variety of additional solutions from Symbol partners.

The MC9000 runs on the Microsoft Windows computing platform and Intel XScale processors. The unit is targeted at mobile workers in the supply chain as well as the retail, manufacturing, field service, transportation and logistics industries.

The latest technology advancements for this class of product include wide area network (WAN) with Push-to-Talk Walkie-Talkie capability and integrated GPS (Global Positioning System), 802.11a/b/g wireless LAN (WLAN) and Bluetooth-enabled wireless personal area network (WPAN).

"We are proud to celebrate this significant customer acceptance milestone that recognizes the widespread business need for Symbol's MC9000 line of mobile computers," said Brian Viscount, vice president of product marketing for Symbol's mobile computing division.


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