Telikin
Telikin is a brand of touch-screen computer marketed primarily to senior citizens and those who may be uncomfortable or unable to access a traditional keyboard and mouse computer.[1] The home screen features a panel of application buttons in large text on the side for quick access to news, video chat, email and Web.[2] The Telikin line of MSi-based all-in-one desktop computers is developed and distributed by Venture 3 Systems[3] based in Hatfield, Pennsylvania[4] and founded by Fred Allegrezza, launched the Telikin on Black Friday 2010.[5]
Developer | Venture 3 Systems |
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Manufacturer | OEM |
Product family | Telikin |
Type | All-In-One desktop |
Release date | June 2011 |
Media | Optical drive |
Operating system | Tiny Core Linux |
CPU | Intel Quad Core Processor |
Memory | 2GB SDRAM; 6-in-1 card reader |
Storage | 320 GB hard disk |
Display | 18.6" touch screen |
Graphics | NVIDIA Ion |
Input | 4 USB ports |
Controller input | Keyboard (computing); Mouse |
Camera | 1.3MP |
Connectivity | Ethernet; 802.11 b/g/n |
Website | www |
Developer | Venture 3 Systems |
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Manufacturer | OEM |
Product family | Telikin |
Type | All-In-One desktop |
Introductory price | $1179 USD |
Media | Optical drive |
Operating system | Tiny Core Linux |
CPU | Intel 1037U Celeron dual core |
Memory | 2GB SDRAM; 4-in-1 card reader |
Storage | 500 GB SATA II hard disk |
Display | 22" touch screen |
Graphics | NVIDIA Ion |
Input | 4 USB ports |
Controller input | Keyboard (computing); Mouse |
Camera | 1.0MP |
Connectivity | Ethernet; 802.11 b/g/n |
Website | www |
Models
Three models are available:
- Telikin Touch, 18.6" Touch Screen All In One Computer.
- 18.6 inch LCD touch screen
- Intel Quad Core Processor
- 2GB SDRAM
- 32GB SSD hard drive
- 1.3MP webcam with microphone
- 4 USB ports
- 6 in 1 memory card reader
- Wireless 802.11 b/g/n
- Built-in speakers
- Wired keyboard and mouse
- Telikin Elite II 22" Touch Screen All In One Computer
- 21.5” (16:9), 1920 x 1080 Touch Panel
- Intel Quad Core Processor
- 32 GB SSD hard drive
- 3W Stereo speakers with SRS technology
- 1.0MP webcam with microphone
- 4 in 1 memory card reader
Software
The operating system of the Telikin is a distribution of Tiny Core Linux with other software such as news, video chat, e-mail, and web browsing.[6] A large print paperback manual accompanies each model which details how to connect the computer account setup, and use of applications.
References
- "Telikin Touch specs".
- Teasley, Harry. "A Soft Touch". Retrieved 2012-11-13.
- Berte, Erik (August 11, 2011). "'Easy-to-Use' Telikin PC: Needs Work, But Interesting Idea". Fox Business. Retrieved February 16, 2020.
- Brown, Rich. "Telikin focuses on seniors with non-windows touch all-in-ones". Retrieved February 16, 2020.
- Blanda, Sean. "Fred Allegrezza wants your mom to use the Telikin".
- "Open Source Notices". telikin.com. Venture 3 Systems LLC. 2020. Retrieved February 16, 2020.