Texas Instruments TI-Nspire CAS (Computer Algebra System) Graphing Calculator

The latest TI math and science learning technology features the TI-Nspire family of products and services. This technology goes beyond graphing to help you see math and science in new and different ways.

TI-Nspire CAS technology was developed hand-in-hand with educators worldwide and built on proven graphing technology which research (permitted on SAT, AP, PSAT/NMSQT, and Praxis exams, as well as many state exams) shows has a positive impact on student achievement. This exciting learning technology offers both handhelds and Computer Software for the flexibility to meet different classroom needs.

TI-Nspire CAS technology allows you to explore mathematical expressions in symbolic form, see patterns and understand the math behind the formulas.

View multiple representations of a problem on a single screen

Grab a graphed function and move it to see the effect

"Link" representations: Manipulate the properties of one and observe instant updates to others without switching screens

Solve equations while avoiding arithmetic errors

Factor, expand expressions and solve for common denominators

Create, save and review work in electronic documents, like a computer

Activate the handheld's Press-to-Test feature to Block access to certain geometry features not allowed on state exams

Experience identical functions on the handheld and TI-Nspire CAS Computer Software (Windows or Mac); you can use the software independently or in tandem with the handheld for work in and out of class

Project a full interactive handheld alongside a large handheld screen to demonstrate concepts using TI-Nspire CAS Computer Software - Teacher Edition

Screen size: 320 x 240 Pixels (3.5" diagonal) - two times the size of TI-83 Plus/TI-84 Plus models

Screen resolution: ~115 DPI; 16-level gray-scale - five times the resolution of TI-83 Plus/TI-84 Plus models

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Memory: 20 MB Storage memory / 16MB operating memory

USB port for computer connectivity, unit-to-unit Communication with other TI-Nspire family handhelds, and more

System Requirements:

Windows:

Windows Vista (Home Premium/Ultimate/Business) with SP1, XP (Home/Professional) with SP2 or SP3

Processor speed: 900 MHz

Screen resolution: 1024 X 768

RAM: 512 MB RAM

500 MB free HD space

350MB free space

CD-ROM drive

Macintosh:

Mac OS X 10.4 or 10.5

PowerPC, G4, G5 and Intel processors

512MB RAM

At least 200 MB of hard Disk space needed for installation

CD-ROM Drive

Unit Dimensions: 1.13" H x 3.94" W x 7.81" L; Weight: 0.64 pounds