| What is the Device Hardware for Phase One? |
|
Sorry---MeterNet has delayed wb8600JID series release timeline. We
are closely studying to switch from x86 to RISC based platform to improve
performance and reduce end user street prices. |
| What's up -- no RISC Processor for the Amiga software
platform??? |
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Well---we changed our mind! After going well down the path to using
x86 chipset, we will switch to RISC based platform to improve performance
and reduce costs. For Phase One we are integrating the next gen "virtual
processor" AmigaDE software once released. Our plan is to take the Amiga
DE 'native build' once ready and port to next gen Integrated RISC processor. |
| What's up -- no Hard Drive ??? |
|
The SimpleBox JID is not a computer...its a Solid State Access Device
designed with no moving parts. All software is embedded within 16 MB of
flash rom. We are, however, studying to offer future optional external
storage devices using USB port. |
| Where are the Box Shots ? |
|
Back into stealth mode until we have RISC board desgin fixed. |
wb8616JID Software
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| What are the Phase One Software Specs? |
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Amiga Bundle with Virtual Processor Technology
Personal JAVA certified JVM
Boot to Browser Operation
Robust Escape v4.0 Browser HTML4.0/Javascript1.4/DOM/CSS/SSLv2/3
JAVA Media Framework
Instant Messaging - ICQ
SimpleBox User Interface
Integrated WebMail
Optional DSL Service Bundle- Select Areas Only
v1.1 online upgrade (release TBD) will include:
-MP3 / Quicktime Streaming
-USB Printer Support
|
| Where are the Screen Shots ? |
|
Coming Soon |
MeterNet
Who is MeterNet? |
|
We are a 4 year old US company focused on the set top and internet
device product and service markets. Since last year we have been shipping
an entry level set top --our wb6400 series--- based on the Winbond PA-RISC
platform under the SimpleBox and other private brands. Our entry level
solution uses a tailored Access Netfront v2.5 browser that provides basic
functions.
For the last six months we have been working on extending our SimpleBox
line to include more robust devices and software. When we recently came
across what the team from the new Amiga was doing with VP,JAVA and more,
we acted immediately. Working closely with Amiga we have fast tracked Phase
One of the SimpleBox JAVA Internet Device (JID) Program. We initially selected
a proven x86 hardware solution for the Amiga Virtual Processor technology
and Multimedia Layer integration with our SimpleBox User Interface. Phase
One plans call for a limited production run of 10,000 units to begin production
in Third Quarter 2001. We are still studying the details of Phase Two. |
Sales / Channel
How much is SimpleBox JID? |
|
Phase One Prelim street price TBD...we are working to get the maximum
performance for the lowest cost. |
| Sales Channels? |
|
Phase One Plans call to sell our SimpleBox wb8616JID powered by Amiga
thru a network of worldwide professional distributors and service providers.
Users can can place an email reservation now thru our SimpleBox web order
capture page and orders will be fulfilled by our local partners where appropriate.
We are getting much interest from regional and national ISPs who want to
bundle our SimpleBox JID as a part of their broadband service offerings.
If you are an ISP or Distributor interested in volume purchases for your
channel, please send email with company background to sales@meternet.com
Our current Release Timeline is to begin production in late Third
Quarter 2001.
Please check back often as our Phase One campaign details are finalized. |
