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High Tech Computer Corp. (HTC), the world’s leading provider of Microsoft Windows Mobile-based smart devices, announced that its new groundbreaking mobile computer, the HTC Shift, will be based on Intel’s new Ultra Mobile platform 2007. The HTC Shift brings the full power of Windows Vista and advanced wireless connectivity into an innovative and compact design that is sure to create a new paradigm for mobile computing.

The HTC Advantage delivers extreme portability that leverages the mobile office strengths of Windows Mobile 6 and advanced wireless connectivity in one of the smallest mobile computer designs available. With its revolutionary design, advanced wireless connectivity and comprehensive software applications, the HTC Shift is strengthened by the power of Intel’s innovative Ultra Mobile platform 2007,” said Peter Chou, chief executive officer of HTC. This combination provides users with the ultimate mobile computing experience.

Based on the Intel Pentium M architecture with optimizations to significantly extend battery life within smaller form factors, the Intel Ultra Mobile platform 2007 is comprised of the Intel A110 processor, the Intel 945GU Express chipset, and Intel ICH7U I/O controller hub.

The HTC Shift combines the power of Windows Vista with an innovative QWERTY-based keyboard design and 3G-connectivity. The HTC Shift provides all the power, functionality and connectivity busy professionals need in a sleek, portable design. Packed with advanced connectivity, the HTC Shift features high-speed global connectivity with Tri-Band UMTS/HSDPA, Quad-Band GSM/GPRS/EDGE, Bluetooth 2.0 and Wi-Fi. A multimedia maven, the HTC Shift leverages Windows Media Player 11 to provide easy access to music, videos and photos.

“Intel and HTC have a long history of working together on mobile technologies. Today’s announcement is another example of the two companies bringing their latest innovations together on the HTC Shift platform,” said Pankaj Kedia, Director of Global Ecosystem Programs in the Ultra Mobility Group at Intel. “Intel is continuing to extend its leadership by drastically reducing the power consumption and package size while delivering high performance in its silicon roadmap and looks forward to continued collaboration with HTC.”