Ionics EMS introduces plug computer with integrated wireless, built-in hard drive

MANILA, Philippines - Ionics EMS Inc., a leading electronics manufacturing services provider, in conjunction with Marvell, the worldwide leader in integrated silicon solutions, has unveiled the Cirrus Plug Computer, a new always-on, always-connected turnkey platform designed to power the next-generation intelligent applications and services for the home and office. 

The new embedded Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and built-in hard drive extend the use of the plug computer to new applications, including management of medical and financial records as well as a command post for the smart home, allowing for remote management of lights, thermostat and irrigation system.

The Cirrus Plug Computer offers 2Ghz of processing performance which maintains a very low power footprint, making plug computers more powerful, eco-friendly and efficient — enabling development of plug ‘n’ play next-generation consumer devices with zero configuration.

From streaming the latest vacation video to a connected TV in the bedroom, to enjoying favorite music on a Wi-Fi-enabled receiver in the living room, the Cirrus Plug Computer makes enjoying media on intelligent devices throughout the home easier and on-the-go more convenient than before.

2010 is seen as a transformational year where the innovative concepts organically fuel a new generation of rich applications that would go hand-in-hand with the always-on lifestyle.

The release of the Cirrus Plug Computer opens up additional applications and usage in key new markets, such as the smart grid, home automation, medical monitoring, multimedia content sharing, security and access control, industrial automation, agriculture, and mesh and grid computing.

The Cirrus Plug Computer was shown at the recent Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. For more information, visit www.ionicsplug.com.