Realtek Multimedia Chip is First to Enable Full 1080p High-Definition DivX(R) Video on Media Box and Set-Top-Box Applications
August 20 2008 - 8:00AM
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DivX, Inc. (NASDAQ: DIVX), a digital media company, and Realtek
Semiconductor Corp., a worldwide leader in communication and media
semiconductors, today announced the DivX Certification� of a new
Realtek chip for Networked Media Box and PVR Set-Top-Box
applications capable of playing back full high-definition video at
the 1080p profile. Realtek�s new chip, the RTD1262/RTD1282,
increases the ability of consumers to capitalize on emerging
high-definition content by delivering seamless playback of DivX� HD
video at the 1080p profile. Through the superior compression and
quality of DivX technology, consumers can enjoy a full HD
experience on a Networked Media Box. Devices based on this chip
will enable consumers to enjoy high-definition video stored on
local and network HDD drives as well as USB flash drives. �The
growing demand for devices that support DivX, coupled with the
rising interest in high-definition solutions, has compelled us to
produce a chip that offers the best of both,� said a senior
executive from Realtek. �DivX Certification for HD allows us to
provide our partners with a compelling product that aids consumer
adoption in an expanding high-definition market and we are pleased
to work with DivX to enable a high-quality experience.� �This new
chip from Realtek breaks new ground by enabling native HD playback
capability on a robust and affordable Networked Media platform,�
said Patrice Lagrange, Senior Vice President, Products, DivX, Inc.
�Networked Media Boxes using this solution will make the transition
to HD easier for end-users, spurring broader consumer adoption and
content support.� Products that bear the DivX Certified� logo have
undergone a rigorous testing program to ensure a high-quality DivX
media experience, including reliable video playback,
interoperability with other DivX Certified devices and the visual
quality that users expect from DivX. For more information on DivX
Certification, visit www.divx.com/certification. To learn more
about Realtek Semiconductor Corp., visit www.realtek.com. About
DivX DivX, Inc. is a digital media company that enables consumers
to enjoy a high-quality video experience across any kind of device.
DivX creates, distributes and licenses digital video technologies
that span the �three screens� comprising today�s consumer media
environment�the PC, the television and mobile devices. Over 100
million DivX Certified devices have shipped into the market from
leading consumer electronics manufacturers. DivX also offers
content providers and publishers a complete solution for the
distribution of secure, high-quality digital video content. Driven
by a globally recognized brand and a passionate community of
hundreds of millions of consumers, DivX is simplifying the video
experience to enable the digital home. About Realtek Realtek
Semiconductor Corp. is one of the world�s leading IC providers. It
designs and develops a wide range of IC products for communications
network, computer peripheral, and multimedia applications. Products
include 10/100/1000M Ethernet Controllers, 10/100/1000M Ethernet
Switch/Gateway Controllers, 10/100/1000M Ethernet PHYceivers,
Wireless LAN Controllers & AP/Router SoCs, ADSL2+ Chips, VoIP
Solutions, WiMedia-based Ultra-Wideband Chips, AC'97/High
Definition Audio Codecs, Clock Generators, Card Reader Controllers,
LCD Monitor/LCD TV/DTV Controllers, and Networked Media SoCs. With
advanced design expertise in RF, analog, and mixed signal circuits,
and with strong manufacturing and system knowledge, Realtek offers
full-featured, high-performance, and competitive total solutions.
More information on Realtek can be found on the website:
www.realtek.com Forward-Looking Statements Statements in this press
release that are not strictly historical in nature constitute
"forward-looking statements." Such statements include, but are not
limited to, statements regarding DivX's visibility within the
investment community. Such forward-looking statements involve known
and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause
DivX's actual results to be materially different from historical
results or from any results expressed or implied by such
forward-looking statements. These factors include, but are not
limited to: the risk that customer use of DivX technology may not
grow as anticipated; the risk that anticipated market opportunities
may not materialize at expected levels, or at all; the risk that
the Company�s activities may not result in the growth of profitable
revenue; risks and uncertainties related to the maintenance and
strength of the DivX brand; risks associated with DivX's ability to
penetrate existing and new markets; risks regarding the effects of
competition; DivX's dependence on its licensees and partners; the
effect of intellectual property rights claims; and other factors
discussed in the "Risk Factors" section of DivX's most recent
report filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August
8, 2008. All forward-looking statements are qualified in their
entirety by this cautionary statement. DivX is providing this
information as of the date of this release and does not undertake
any obligation to update any forward-looking statements contained
in this release as a result of new information, future events or
otherwise.
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