Gateway announces ZX all-in-one PCs

PC MANUFACTURER Gateway has announced three all-in-one desktop PCs that include multitouch displays and come with a wireless keyboard and mouse.

The One ZX Series is pitched at consumers but is likely to have some appeal in more style-conscious offices, according to Gateway.

The range features an "ultra modern and luxurious industrial design", the firm said, plus an adjustable back stand, built-in speakers, high-definition webcam and microphone.

Gateway also claimed that the new PCs make the most of the new features in Microsoft's upcoming Windows 7 operating system.

"While touch-screen PCs have been cost-prohibitive and somewhat limited in their capabilities, Gateway is making this new technology more accessible, while using an industry-standard solution that isn't challenging to learn," said Ray Sawall, senior manager of product marketing at Gateway.

"The functionality of Windows 7 and multi-touch brings an entirely new computing experience to consumers, and our affordable all-in-one PCs are the perfect vehicle for showcasing this technology."

Multitouch technology allows the user to control many features using simple touch and gesture controls.

Gateway said that this offers a "finer, more accurate, way to interface with the PC", and for those needing to save even more space, the keyboard is now optional.

The top-of-the-range Gateway One ZX6810-01 has a 23-inch full high-definition wide-screen display, an Intel Core 2 Quad processor and ATI HD4670 graphics card, a 1TB hard drive and 64GB solid state drive. Pricing starts at around £900. µ