HP introduces 3D graphing calculator
( 2003-10-29 16:01) (Agencies)
The world's leading computer maker HP introduced a graphing calculator on
Tuesday, which it says can perform a vast array of calculations and 3D graphics
at an affordable price.
The HP 48gII graphing calculator, which connects to a PC through a standard
serial cable for data downloading, has an estimated retail price of 129 US
dollars, the company said.
With an onboard library of 180 scientific and engineering constants and
units, the calculator is built for engineers, surveying professionals and
students who need portable calculating power with the convenience of
connectivity.
"The HP 48gII lends itself to a wide variety of uses, all the way from the
classroom to the work place," said Fred Valdez, general manager in charge of
calculators in HP. "This model combines the ultimate computation features in a
very affordable package."
With a standard serial cable, users can load commercial and public domain
programs, download collected data, and back up programs stored in the
calculator's 80.7 kilobytes of user memory. Through its infrared port, the
calculator can quickly communicate with other calculators of the same 48gII type
and the recently announced HP 49g+ calculator.
The 48gII offers optional algebraic and textbook entry modes, a user-friendly
Computer Algebra System for dynamic equation solving, a fast flexible editor, 3D
graphics and a sharp, easy-to-read 131 x 64 pixel screen.
HP said within the next several weeks, it plans to launch two additional new
calculators""By early 2004, HP will have a broad line of 11 scientific, graphing
and financial calculators designed to meet the needs of all calculator users,"
said Valdez.
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