Apple eMate 300

Apple eMate 300 was introduced in 7 March 1997. It repackaged Newton technology as a rugged translucent clamshell computer for schools, adding a full keyboard and long battery life. It combined ARM 710a at 25 MHz with 3MB RAM.

The eMate anticipated aspects of the colourful iBook but disappeared when Apple ended Newton development.

Notable Features

• It repackaged Newton technology as a rugged translucent clamshell computer for schools, adding a full keyboard and long battery life.
• Its ARM 710a at 25 MHz and 3MB RAM configuration defined this model within Apple's changing product range.
• The eMate anticipated aspects of the colourful iBook but disappeared when Apple ended Newton development.

Historical Significance

• The eMate anticipated aspects of the colourful iBook but disappeared when Apple ended Newton development.
• The model records a distinct hardware, enclosure or market stage rather than a storage-only configuration.

Collector’s Notes

• Processor speed, display type, regional branding and original model label should be checked when identifying a surviving system.
• Original power supplies, keyboards, media and expansion accessories add useful historical context.

Specifications

Technical Information
Name	Apple eMate 300
Manufacturer	Apple
Launched	Friday, March 7, 1997
Country	United States
CPU	ARM 710a at 25 MHz
Units Sold
Operating System	Newton OS 2.1
I/O	Serial, infrared, audio and PC Card
Keyboard	Integrated keyboard, touch screen and stylus
Storage	Internal flash storage and one PC Card slot
Sound	Digital system audio
Graphics	480 x 320 pen and keyboard-driven monochrome graphics
Display	Built-in 480 x 320 backlit monochrome LCD
ROM	8MB Newton ROM
RAM	3MB RAM
CPU Speed	25 MHz