In a business partnership with computer-maker Altech, Shuttle has launched three new lines of multi form-factor entertainment hubs incorporating the latest Intel chipsets and HDMI connectivity for the home and office arenas.

The SFF (small form factor) media centre PCs are designed to meet a host of requirements from the entertainment enthusiast to the hardcore PC-tweaker.

Shuttle’s D’VO Series is designed to be unobtrusive in a loungeroom set-up.

Established in 1983 the Shuttle brand has until now been synonymous bare-bone systems and displays tailored to suit each user. With its own research and development team the Taiwanese company now employs 1,000 workers worldwide and is a leader in TFT technology, according to a source.

“By 2009, the volume of small form factor PCs sold in the Australian market should be double that of 2006,” said Shuttle marketing manager, Eric Wang, speaking at the Australian product launch in Sydney today.

The brand has therefore streamlined its product offering to include three ranges – the D’VO Series for entertainment, the XPC Glamor Series for fashion-savvy users and the XPC Prima Series for high-end gamers, computer enthusiasts and business users.

Each model includes an light-weight and rust-free aluminium chassis along with a unique proprietary motherboard design with fully-integrated handmade solid capacitors.

Various models are available and prices begin from around $500. Go to www.altech.com.au and click on the ‘products’ link for more pricing information.