The New Graphire Bluetooth offers up to 10 metres of Wireless Freedom plus Wacom’s Patented Cordless and Battery-free Pen Technology.

Singapore – Oct. 18, 2006 – Wacom Singapore Pte Ltd. today announced the newest member of its Graphire pen tablet family and the first Wacom pen tablet to incorporate Bluetooth® wireless technology. The new model, named Graphire Bluetooth, is expected to be warmly embraced by photo enthusiasts who seek the control and comfort of Wacom’s patented cordless, battery-free pen and the freedom of a wireless device. Mobile office workers, educators and aspiring digital artists will also appreciate the new device and the ability to work where and when they want. Available in early December, Graphire Bluetooth offers a 6” x 8” active area and will be priced at SG$449(suggested retail price).

“Photo and art enthusiasts are attracted to the intuitive nature and overall artistic experience offered by Graphire Bluetooth,” said Toshinori Nagasawa, General Manager of Wacom Singapore. “Combining our pen technology with Bluetooth wireless technology provides photo and digital art enthusiasts the flexibility and freedom to comfortably move about as they edit their digital photos and create digital art.”

Cordless and Wireless – A Winning Combination

Wacom’s patented cordless, battery-free pen technology works harmoniously with Bluetooth wireless technology to create a leading-edge environment for digital imaging fun. The Wacom pen looks and feels like a regular pen and operates without batteries or cords. Additionally, with 512 levels of pressure sensitivity, a Wacom Graphire pen provides a natural and controlled way to retouch and edit digital photos and create original art. A built-in eraser even makes it easy to quickly fix mistakes.

Bluetooth wireless technology is a global communications standard used by millions that allows computers and other devices to communicate reliably and effortlessly over distances of up to 10 metres. The fast and sophisticated method of transmission ensures protection from interference.

Remote Power

The Graphire Bluetooth tablet features a rechargeable lithium polymer battery that provides up to 25 hours of wireless freedom between charges. A 4-metre cable on the universal power adapter makes it convenient to use the tablet while the battery is charging. Estimated recharge time is 5 to 6 hours. The universal power adapter accepts 110 and 220 volts for use virtually anywhere in the world.

More Graphire Bluetooth Features

Graphire Bluetooth incorporates two on-tablet programmable buttons called ExpressKeys™ which are designed to optimize workflow by providing quick access to commonly used modifiers, mouse-clicks, and keystrokes.

Graphire Bluetooth users will also appreciate the ability to use their Graphire pen to naturally annotate documents in such programs as Adobe® Acrobat®, Apple® Inkwell™, Microsoft® Office PowerPoint®, OneNote™ or EverNote™ for Windows®.

Valuable Software Included

Graphire Bluetooth comes with industry-leading software including: Adobe® Photoshop® Elements 3.0 – for quick and easy editing of digital photos and the creation of original artwork; Painter™ Essentials3 by Corel® – a powerful and intuitive package for digital art and organic effects; Inspiration Version 8 – an essential tool that helps students visualize complex ideas, organize and learn; and InspireData – a new software package that helps students understand data through visual learning.

For more information about the Graphire Bluetooth and other Wacom products available in Singapore, please visit the official Wacom Singapore website: www.wacom.com.sg. Media representatives interested in evaluating the Graphire Bluetooth should contact KC Leong, Marketing Manager, Wacom Singapore Pte Ltd. (Phone: 65-6258-8640, Email: kc.leong@wacom.co.jp). 

About Wacom

Wacom Singapore Pte Ltd. is a subsidiary of Wacom Company, Ltd. (Tokyo Stock Exchange 6727). Founded in 1983, Wacom is a global company based in Japan with subsidiaries and affiliate offices around the world to support marketing and distribution in over 150 countries. Wacom is the world’s leading manufacturer of pen tablets, Interactive pen displays, and digital interface solutions with millions of customers using its cordless, battery-free, pressure-sensitive pen technology.

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Wacom and Graphire are trademarks of Wacom Company, Ltd. All rights reserved. ExpressKey is a registered trademark of Ginsan Industries, Inc. and is used with permission. All other trademarks and trade names are property of their respective owners.

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