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OWC Now Offers Axiotron Modbook "mac Tablet" From $1599 & Converts Existing Macbook To Modbook From $649.99
Write, Draw, Sketch on the world's only Mac-based tablet. Runs both Apple OS X & Windows with Mac OS "Snow Leopard" 10.6 included and pre-installed.
Nov 10, 2009 | Woodstock, IL
Nov 10, 2009 | Woodstock, IL
Other World Computing (OWC(r)) http://www.macsales.com, a leading zero emissions Mac and PC technology company, announced today a $500 price reduction and expanded options on the Axiotron Modbook(r), the world's only Mac-based tablet computer that lets users draw and write directly on the screen. OWC, as a fully certified Axiotron Authorized System Manufacturer (AASM), has also reduced the price of its MacBook to Modbook Modservice conversion by 40%.
Custom configured 13.3" Modbook tablets now start from $1,599 with standard Intel Core 2 Duo 2.13GHz processor, 2GB of memory, 160GB internal hard drive, an 8X Dual-Layer SuperDrive, Airport Extreme 802.11b/g/n wireless, Bluetooth, and Mac OS 10.6.x "Snow Leopard" installed. Exclusively for OWC customers, a built in WAAS enabled GPS is also included for no additional cost. Customers may also custom configure their Modbook with up to 6GB of memory, Solid State Drives (SSD) up to 256GB, and hard disk drives for up 1.28TB (1280GB) of total internal storage capacity and have it shipped within 48 hours.
Save 40% On "Bring Your Own 'Book" (BYOB) Option
Owners of an existing Apple MacBook 13" (with FireWire 400) can choose Modservice and have their MacBook converted by OWC into a fully featured Modbook for $649.99 - now 40% less than the previous conversion price. The turnkey service includes FedEx shipping to and from OWC in a protective shipping box and exclusively for OWC customers, a built-in WAAS enabled GPS at no additional cost. Conversion turn-around is 48 hours or less and customers may also select options for memory, hard drive, SSD, and optical drive upgrades for OWC to install during the Modservice conversion.
Both new Modbook and Modservice conversion offerings are backed by a 90 Day Axiotron Hardware limited warranty, which can be optionally extended to up to a Three-Year OWC Warranty starting from $129.00. The Extended Warranty covers the original MacBook components; any customer-selected upgrades installed by OWC at the time of modification, and the tablet components.
For complete details on configuring and ordering a new Modbook with the latest performance upgrades, or converting an existing MacBook into a customized Modbook via Modservice, visit: http://eshop.macsales.com/shop/Modbook
About OWC
Founded in 1988, Other World Computing (OWC), is a trusted provider of premium technology solutions tailored to enable creators and tech enthusiasts to bring their unique visions to life. The company develops high-performance end-to-end tools catering to a global community of creators at all levels of their craft, from Capture to Creation to Collaboration. The mission of extending the useful life of existing technology is a demonstration of the company's commitment to a more sustainable world. The core value of Other World Computing is to design and manufacture industry-leading products that deliver excellence and are built to last for minimal environmental impact.
