Zilog and PlanetWeb announce strategic partnership to develop low-cost internet appliances.CAMPBELL, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 14, 1997--Zilog, Inc. (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange :ZLG ZLG Zentralstelle der Länder für Gesundheitsschutz bei Arzneimitteln Und Medizinprodukten (Federal Republic of Germany) ZLG Zero-Lock Gyro ), a major semiconductor supplier to the television industry, and PlanetWeb, Inc., a leading developer of consumer Internet software, today announced a strategic partnership to develop low cost, consumer Internet access See how to access the Internet. devices. Under the agreement, PlanetWeb's Web browsing and electronic messaging See e-mail and messaging system. software will be integrated with Zilog's chipset solution to enable the rapid development of inexpensive set-top boxes The cable TV box that sits on "top" of the TV "set," although it is often located several feet away in an equipment rack. The set-top box descrambles the premium channels and provides a tuner for the higher cable numbers that very old TVs did not support. that use a television for display. "The PlanetWeb/Zilog solution will make it easier and more affordable for consumers to realize the benefits of Internet access," said PlanetWeb Chairman Kamran Elahian. "Zilog's hardware technology coupled with our Internet software will allow consumers to bring the Internet into their living rooms at a very reasonable price. But we'll also make the experience fun and hassle-free, with high-quality images, sound and a simple set-up that gives the user the freedom to choose their own Internet Service Provider Internet service provider (ISP) Company that provides Internet connections and services to individuals and organizations. For a monthly fee, ISPs provide computer users with a connection to their site (see data transmission), as well as a log-in name and password. ." "Integrating the PlanetWeb Browser with our chipset solution will bring inexpensive and easy-to-use Internet appliances Also called "information appliance," "smart appliance," and "Web appliance," it is a device specialized for accessing the Web and/or e-mail. Designed for ease of use, it plugs into a telephone jack or LAN connection for Internet hookup. to market in a timely manner," commented Chuck Robbin, director of set-top boxes for Zilog. "PlanetWeb has a proven track record of helping OEMs bring electronic products to the market ahead of the competition. Zilog has over 20 years experience in meeting customers' design, cost and time-to-market requirements. Together, we make a powerful team." The PlanetWeb Browser makes it simple, easy, and fun for consumers to surf the Internet. Moreover, the Browser works with existing hardware designs and allows users to choose their own Internet Service Provider. The portable arc manufacturing of application specific standard products (ASSPs) for the data communication, peripherals and consumer product markets. The company utilizes its Supercompany's extensive library of customer-familie at http://www.zilog.com . PlanetWeb, ensive and easy-to-use parental control system, and a turnkey ISP (1) See in-system programmable. (2) (Internet Service Provider) An organization that provides access to the Internet. Connection to the user is provided via dial-up, ISDN, cable, DSL and T1/T3 lines. solution. The PlanetWeb Browser is currently shipping in volume through Sega of America. In addi or phone 415/903-7000. -0- Note to Editors: The PlanetWeb Browser is a registered trademark of PlanetWeb, Inc. All other trade names referenced are the service marks, trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. CONTACT: PlanetWeb, Inc. Judy Li, 415/903-7023 jli@planetweb.com or Zilog, Inc. Sally Baumwell, 408/370-8676 sbau@zilog.com or Stapleton Communications Laura Dayton for Zilog, 415/988-9207 laura@stapleton.com or Sterling Communications Kevin Pedraja for PlanetWeb, 408/441-4100 kmp@sterlingpr.com |
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