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News Release from: Anders Electronics | Subject: Toppoly Optoelectronics 2.8in QVGA TFT
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 14 April 2005
Novel LCD modules meet gaming demands
Anders Electronics is providing high-resolution 2.8in QVGA low temperature polysilicon TFT LCD modules for the multi-entertainment handheld device from Gizmondo Europe.
Anders Electronics has confirmed that it is providing the high-end, high-resolution 2.8in QVGA LTPS (low temperature polysilicon) TFT LCD modules for the eagerly awaited multi-entertainment handheld device from Gizmondo Europe The handheld device began retailing in the UK from 19th March 2005 when at the same time, the company also opened a flagship store in central London
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 21 Mar 2001 at 8.00am (UK)
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The Gizmondo combines a truly immersive multimedia entertainment experience with camera and 3D gaming functionality as well as GPS, Bluetooth and mobile messaging capabilities.
Key to the user experience is the Toppoly Optoelectronics 2.8in QVGA TFT display supplied by Anders, Toppoly's UK representative.
The transflective 2.8in Toppoly display chosen for the Gizmondo platform is a lightweight module that combines a high resolution of 320 x 240 pixel with high brightness and low power consumption.
Gizmondo's new handheld gaming device is powered by Microsoft Windows CE.NET and incorporates a Samsung ARM9 400MHz processor and an Nvidia 3D graphics accelerator.
The device provides users with gaming, multimedia messaging, an MP3 music player, the ability to watch MPEG4 movies, a digital camera, and a GPRS network link for wide area network gaming.
A built-in GPS function enables location-based services.
Games are being sold on an SD card, with music and movie content downloadable via a PC to the device.
Commenting on the agreement with Gizmondo, Tony Saigh, Business Development Manager, Anders Electronics, states: "A light, low power display with high brightness and high resolution was a critical requirement for Gizmondo".
"Based on LTPS rather than conventional amorphous silicon technology, the Toppoly display meets all of the design requirements to ensure the highest possible quality performance and quality for gaming and rich multimedia functions".
Steve Carroll, CTO and founder of Gizmondo adds: "The display is a vital element in the creation of a successful mobile gaming console".
"By giving us access to high-end technology from Taiwan's leading volume manufacturer of advanced LTPS TFT displays, Anders has delivered a display solution that meets all of our key design criteria in terms of performance, size, weight, power consumption, viewing angle and image quality". Request a free brochure from Anders Electronics ...
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