Hello again,
I thought this announcement might be of interest to those who are currently
using the Braille Note and are interested in using the PAC Mate to meet
their portable computing needs.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Jeff Collins
Freedom Scientific
Tel: 727-803-8000 Ext. 1150
Fax: 727-803-8001
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www.FreedomScientific.com
FREEDOM SCIENTIFIC EXTENDS TRADE-IN PROGRAM TO USERS OF COMPETITIVE NOTE
TAKERS
(St. Petersburg, Florida February 4, 2004) - Today, Freedom Scientific is
announcing an offer to allow users of Pulse Data International (PDI) note
takers to trade up to the new QX or BX series PAC Mate. The PAC Mate is the
first and only accessible personal data assistant based on Microsoft's
Pocket PC software. This trade-in program will allow users to move from
closed proprietary devices to a modern mainstream platform which allows
collaboration with other computing users and the freedom to choose from an
ever increasing number of compatible third party applications and
off-the-shelf peripherals. The PAC Mate's modular design allows the user to
purchase a twenty or forty cell refreshable Braille display now or at a
convenient point in the future.
"We normally reserve trade-in benefits for our loyal customers, ensuring an
ongoing upgrade path for users of Freedom Scientific products" states Lee
Hamilton CEO of Freedom Scientific. "However, due to persistent queries, we
have decided to make an exception in this case and not penalize those who
committed to a proprietary note taker before the PAC Mate was available."
This offer runs from February 4 through April 8, 2004 and is available to
end users who have an existing PDI note taker and wish to purchase a new PAC
Mate QX or BX series.
Users who trade in a VoiceNote can receive $1,000 toward the purchase of a
new PAC Mate QX400 or BX400 and $1,500 towards a QX420, BX420, QX440 or
BX440.
Users who trade in a BrailleNote can receive $1,000 towards the purchase of
a new PAC Mate QX400 or BX400, $1,500 towards a QX420 or BX420 and $2,500
towards a QX440 or BX440.
Please contact your Freedom Scientific authorized dealer or call
1-800-444-4443 (within the U.S.) or 727-803-8000 (worldwide). You can also
visit us on the web at www.FreedomScientific.com
The Note Taker Competitive Trade-in Program is in effect from February 4,
2004 through April 8, 2004. This offer is valid in the U.S (including
territories), Australia, New Zealand and Canada. This program cannot be
combined with any other discounts and is available to end user customers
only. The trade-in unit must be in good working condition. Freedom
Scientific reserves the right to change or cancel any aspect of this program
at any time.
Contact:
Jeff Collins
Freedom Scientific
Tel: 727-803-8000 Ext. 1150
Fax: 727-803-8001
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www.FreedomScientific.com
About PAC Mate
The PAC Mate is the first and only accessible version of Microsoft's Pocket
PC applications for personal data assistants, or PDA's. The PAC Mate is a
handheld computer that provides on the go access to information and
computing. The PAC Mate is based on "pocket" or "small" versions of
Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office applications, such as Word and
Internet Explorer, and is designed to integrate seamlessly with a desktop
PC.
About Freedom Scientific
Freedom Scientific is the world's leading manufacturer of assistive
technology products for those who are blind and vision impaired, and
products for the special education and learning disability markets.
Freedom Scientific and PAC Mate are registered trademarks of Freedom
Scientific, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.
The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the
trademarks of their respective owners.
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