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A new Rupo from Toshiba
Toshiba Rupo Qual JW-F580 is the first under-\100,000 word processor with Japan's new 7-digit postal code data stored in ROM (read-only memory). The unit can convert conventional postal codes to 7-digit codes as well as retrieve addresses from entered postal codes.
The Rupo Qual JW-F580 prints in a total of 16 Japanese and English fonts at 233 cps (characters per second) and comes with an auto-sheet feeder. A full-color hagaki function enables creation of some 300,000 different styles of postcards. Created documents can be easily exchanged with word processors from other manufacturers or converted into MS-DOS text or Microsoft Word 5.0 files.
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Learn Japanese while you write
Justsystem's P-kies Emoji Wapuro was developed as a fun word processor for children, but recently it has become popular among foreigners studying the basics of Japanese. While writing, the user can learn proper pronunciation (spoken by an animated character) and even associate words with pictures. The package also includes a variety of letter templates, including thank-you notes, invitations, and apologies.
Currently, P-kies runs only on Japanese-capable Windows 95 and Macintosh systems; release of an English-OS version is being considered. The CD-ROM package retails for \5,200.
Justsystem: 03-5412-3939
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e-mail: Paul_Cranch@justsystem.co.jp
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Document sharing for your intranet
Net-It Central, created by Net-It Software Corporation and available in Japan from Digital Magic Labs, transforms an intranet into a document-sharing platform. Net-It Central automatically collects, publishes, and maintains hyperlinked collections of disparate documents, making them immediately accessible from any Java-enabled web browser. This enables instant viewing of documents that look exactly like the originals, without the need for HTML programming, client software, or plug-ins.
Net-It Central requires a Windows 95/NT server with 16MB of RAM and 5MB of available hard disk space. Source documents can be stored on any file server platform (Windows, Novell, Unix, or Macintosh). Net-It Central is available in standard (\750,000) and professional (\985,000) editions. Volume discounts and site licenses are available for both editions.
Digital Magic Labs: 03-5447-5837
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netit@digital-magic.co.jp
http://netit.digital-magic.co.jp
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Minolta releases color PostScript printer
Minolta has released Color PagePro PS, a full-color laser printer with an Adobe PostScript Level 2 interpreter. The first printer of its kind retailing for less than \500,000, the Color PagePro PS comes with 8MB of memory (expandable to 64MB) and can print 3 full-color A4 sheets or 12 black & white sheets per minute at 600x600 dpi (dots per inch) resolution. The paper tray holds up to 400 A4 sheets.
Optional Ethernet installation enables printing in a network environment, with automatic switching between TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, NetBUEI, etc. The Color PagePro PS sells for \498,000.
Minolta: 03-5423-7555 or 06-271-2641
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Speed up your PC operation
Fujitsu One Touch Ten-Key AD-EZ970 provides a PC ten-key keypad plus function keys in one convenient unit. An EZ key converts the keys of the ten-key pad into function keys to which shortcut functions can be assigned. Pressing the EZ and * keys, for example, could start up your browser software. Keys can even be programmed to open specified files. The Fujitsu One Touch Ten-Key retails for \7,800.
Fujitsu Personal: 03-5256-9403
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The retail price of the Toshiba Rupo Qual JW-F580 is \ 90,000.
Toshiba: 0120-104-899
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