Mio Technology Selects InterVideo and Ulead Multimedia Solutions for GPS PDA Products; New GPS Device With Navigation and Audio/Video Playback Features.LAS VEGAS -- InterVideo(R), Inc. (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on :IVII), a pioneer in advancing DVD DVD: see digital versatile disc. DVD in full digital video disc or digital versatile disc Type of optical disc. The DVD represents the second generation of compact-disc (CD) technology. and MPEG-related software technologies, announced today that Mio Technology Ltd. has chosen InterVideo and Ulead to be the providers of its multimedia solutions for the Mio 268 GPS PDA (Personal Digital Assistant) A handheld computer for managing contacts, appointments and tasks. It typically includes a name and address database, calendar, to-do list and note taker, which are the functions in a personal information manager (see PIM). product. By incorporating InterVideo's iMobi(TM) MPEG-4 video and AAC (Advanced Audio Coding) An audio compression technology that is part of the MPEG-2 and MPEG-4 standards. AAC, especially MPEG-4 AAC, provides greater compression and better sound quality than MP3, which also came out of the MPEG standard. audio codec technologies along with Ulead's video converter toolbox software, Mio Technology delivers high-quality video and audio on the Mio GPS PDA. The Mio 268 GPS PDA features multiple enhancements, including a next-generation GPS receiver for faster performance and a replaceable 1250 MAh battery that gives the device more hours for navigation, video and audio playback. Additionally, the new GPS device will provide consumers with high-quality audio-on-the-go MP3 playback and 30 frames per second MPEG-4 video decoding of QVGA (Quarter VGA) A screen resolution of 320x240 pixels, which is used on handheld devices. Although 320x240 seems half the 640x480 VGA resolution, the "quarter" comes from the total number of pixels, which is one fourth the number (320 times 240=76800; 640 times 480=307200). resolution. "We selected InterVideo's iMobi(TM) to be included in the Mio 268 GPS PDA because of InterVideo's high-quality multimedia solutions," said Samuel Wang, President of Mio Technology Ltd. "We want to give our GPS customers the enjoyment of playing their MPEG-4 video/audio without any skipping or jerkiness, and this experience will increase the value of our GPS devices." In addition to InterVideo's iMobi(TM) MPEG-4 video & AAC audio codec, Mio 268 GPS PDA provides users with PC software to generate the mobile video content with Ulead Video ToolBox software. Ulead Video ToolBox is the first PC video converter with editing and sharing video for GPS, PDA or 3G-enabled mobile phones. With multiple features, users can do wonders with this product, importing and converting a variety of video formats from the Web, TV or CD/DVD for playback on PDA and 3G-enabled mobile phones, or exporting the content captured by the PDA to PC. "The Mio 268 GPS PDA series offers a high-performance multimedia solution that delivers our iMobi(TM) rich multimedia solution," said Steve Ro, CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. and President of InterVideo. "We are pleased to be a partner of Mio and its new GPS PDA series line." The Mio 268 GPS device is currently available in Australia. Future retail availability will also include Europe, Taiwan and Japan. Licensing Applications, libraries, sample application code and documentation are available for OEMs, system integrators and other third parties. Licensing and customer support information on InterVideo's codec (1) (enCOder/DECoder) A hardware circuit that performs analog-to-digital conversion (ADC) and digital-to-analog (DAC) conversion. When analog signals are entered into a computer, cellphone or other device via a microphone or video source such as VHS tape or analog TV, and multimedia solution can be obtained by calling InterVideo at 510-651-0888 or visiting InterVideo's Web site, www.intervideo.com. Information on Ulead solution licensing can be obtained by visiting www.ulead.com. About Mio Technology Ltd. (MTL MTL In currencies, this is the abbreviation for the Maltese Lira. Notes: The currency market, also known as the Foreign Exchange market, is the largest financial market in the world, with a daily average volume of over US $1 trillion. ) Mio Technology Ltd. (MTL) operations are worldwide. Foreseeing that the mobile lifestyle and mobile commerce will be mainstays of life in the near future, the company is dedicated to the development of enabling devices. Its main business is the sale of Mio DigiWalker-branded mobile communication products, such as smartphones, Pocket PCs and handheld GPS systems. The company is online at www.miogps.com/index.htm. For more information, please contact Public Relations public relations, activities and policies used to create public interest in a person, idea, product, institution, or business establishment. By its nature, public relations is devoted to serving particular interests by presenting them to the public in the most Manager of Mio Technology Ltd. at +886-2-2627-1188x5301. About InterVideo, Inc. InterVideo is a leading provider of multimedia software technology, with solutions shipped on over 100 million PC and Consumer Electronics devices worldwide. InterVideo has developed a technology platform from which it has created a broad suite of integrated multimedia software products that allow users to capture, edit, author, burn, distribute, and play digital video. InterVideo's software is bundled with products sold by the majority of the top ten PC OEMs ranked in terms of sales by IDC. The company is headquartered in Fremont, CA, with regional offices in Europe, Taiwan, China and Japan. For more information, contact InterVideo at 510-651-0888 or visit the company's Web site at www.intervideo.com. About Ulead Systems, Inc. Ulead Systems, Inc. is a leading developer of innovative video, imaging and DVD authoring software for desktop, server, mobile and Internet platforms. As more people use digital technologies at home, school and the workplace, Ulead software empowers users of all levels with the tools to easily and affordably personalize, manage and share digital content. Ulead is a member of the DVD Forum, participates in DVD Forum Working Groups and is a general member of the HD DVD promotion group. Ulead is also a Contributor member of Blu-ray Disc Association The Blu-ray Disc Association (BDA) is the industry consortium that develops and licenses Blu-ray Disc technology and responsible for establishing format standards and promoting and further developing business opportunities for Blu-ray Disc. and serves on the BDA BDA Battle Damage Assessment BDA Bundesvereinigung der Deutschen Arbeitgeberverbände (German: Confederation of German Employers' Associations) BDA British Dental Association BDA Blu-ray Disc Association BDA Bund Deutscher Architekten TEG teg also tegg n. A sheep in its second year or before its first shearing. [Origin unknown.] Noun 1. teg - two-year-old sheep lamb - young sheep . For more information on the company, its products and services, please visit Ulead's Web site at www.ulead.com. Safe Harbor Safe Harbor 1. A legal provision to reduce or eliminate liability as long as good faith is demonstrated. 2. A form of shark repellent implemented by a target company acquiring a business that is so poorly regulated that the target itself is less attractive. Statement Except for the historical statements contained herein, the foregoing release contains forward-looking statements, including statements regarding the InterVideo MPEG (Moving Pictures Experts Group) An ISO/ITU standard for compressing digital video. Pronounced "em-peg," it is the universal standard for digital terrestrial, cable and satellite TV, DVDs and digital video recorders (DVRs). Codec Technology and iMobi(TM) handheld solution. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results could differ materially due to several factors, including but not limited to the market acceptance of our new products and product enhancements, the ability to forecast customer behavior and recognize or respond to emerging trends, changing preferences or competitive factors, the resolution of any notices of claims regarding alleged infringement of third parties' intellectual property rights, the ability to maintain or expand our relationship with PC OEMS, system integrators and other risks and uncertainties. Please consult the various reports and documents filed by InterVideo with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including but not limited to InterVideo's Form 10-Q Form 10-Q See 10-Q. for other risk factors that could cause actual results to differ. All forward-looking statements are made as of the date hereof and InterVideo disclaims any responsibility to update or revise any forward-looking statement provided in this news release. InterVideo is a registered trademark. All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders. |
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