Article: Pioneer unveils AV Mac clones. (Pioneer Electronics Corp)(Brief Article)

In a move that represents the first foray by Macintosh clone makers into the home/entertainment market, Pioneer Electronics Corporation announced February 15 that it will begin selling clones bundled with Pioneer-brand peripherals this summer. Initially the clones will be available only in Japan. Pioneer spokeswoman Joni Saphir said that the company has not yet decided if it will offer machines in the U.S. market.

Pioneer, which has not previously built or marketed computer systems, is known primarily for its consumer AV equipment; in the Mac market, Pioneer is also a leading supplier of CD-ROM, magneto-optical, and laser-disc drives.

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