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Cambridge Computer Ltd. announced its new Z88 at COMDEX. The new laptop computer features an end-user price of approximately $400, dimensions of 11½” x 84″ x 7/8″ and built-in user-friendly software. Utilizing a Z80 processor with a unique operating system called OZ, the Z88 addresses up to 4 Mbytes of memory. Approximately 20K of RAM is available to the user.
Cambridge Computer Ltd. is the new venture of Sir Clive Sinclair, inventor of the $99 Sinclair computer. “The Z88 completely outstrips the competition on all counts. No other portable can even approach the performance, size, weight and convenience that the Z88 has to offer,” said Sinclair.
“It is truly portable and is ideal for the business executive on the move, or for any application where individuals need to be mobile and have computer power at their fingertips, ” he added. The Z88 uses solid-state data storage, of which additional RAM and EPROM cartridges can be purchased, and has easy-to-use built-in software that covers word processing and spreadsheet applications as well as simple database selection, calculator, diary, alarm, calendar and clock. Software programs in the Z88 include PIPEDREAM which mixes wordprocessing, spreadsheet and database activities; DIARY, a free- form log; and Z80 BBC BASIC with a full in-line Z80 Assembler for mixing BASIC and machine mode.
PC LINK allows the computer to transfer and receive files from an IBM PC or compatible and converts PIPEDREAM into either WORD STAR or LOTUS files. A serial cable connects the Z88 to a printer.
Also included are a QWERTY keyboard and supertwist LCD display with flicker-free readout of 8 lines of 106 characters.
The machine runs on four standard AA batteries, which will last for approximately 20 hours of active computing. The Z88 also has an optional AC adapter.
Cambridge Computer Ltd. is currently seeking U.S. distributors to market the new product.
Cambridge Computer Ltd. is located at Sidney House, Sussex Street, Cambridge, CB1 1PA, England. Telephone is (0223) 312216.
For more information contact Cambridge Computer Ltd. Public Relations, 5118 Vineland Avenue, North Hollywood, CA 91601; 213) 877-8775.