UMAX Debuts Mega-Pixel AstraCam 1800 At Under

FREMONT, Calif., November 6, 2000 - UMAX Technologies, Inc. has significantly raised the bar for affordable mega-pixel digital cameras with the debut of its AstraCam 1800. This exceptional value in digital imaging brings high-quality 1.3-million pixel resolution and true CCD clarity to the general consumer "point and shoot" market.

UMAX AstraCam 1800 AstraCam 1800 Features:

  • Captures 1280 x 960-pixel JPEG images that can be reproduced with photo quality on prints up to 5 x 7".
  • Software interpolation to 1600 x 1200 dpi.
  • Images are stored on a reusable 4MB SmartMedia card.
  • Efficient power management system for extended battery life.
  • "Plug and go" USB hookup.
  • NTSC video-out, view photos on television set.
  • 3-mode automatic flash.
  • Automatic white balance

Bundled software includes Adobe PhotoDeluxe Home Edition (full version), a step-by-step program for creating calendars, greeting cards and brochures; NewSoft Mr. Photo desktop management system; UMAX VistaShuttle (PC only) for creating electronic greeting cards; and UMAX PhotoStudio TWAIN camera interface.

Compatible with Windows 98, 2000, ME or Mac OS 8.6 or above, the camera is now available for a suggested retail price of .