WowWee's Rovio(TM) Mobile Webcam Offers a Glimpse Into the Future... and Your Home
October 29 2008 - 8:10AM
Marketwired
Editors note: A photo and a video are included with this press
release.
Away from home and looking for a way to stay in touch with kids,
elderly parents, and pets? Traveling for business and want to
participate in several meetings at the office? WowWee, an Optimal
Group company (NASDAQ:OPMR), has announced the launch of the
Rovio(TM) mobile webcam, a revolution in home exploration and
telepresence. The Rovio mobile webcam is a Wi-Fi enabled home and
office explorer that can be controlled remotely from anywhere in
the world using a web-enabled device including a PC, Mac, cell
phone or smart phone, PDA or even a video game console. Through a
built-in camera and microphone that stream video and audio, users
can view and interact with the Rovio mobile webcam's environment,
surveying any dwelling or workplace remotely.
The Rovio mobile webcam features the TrueTrack(TM) Navigation
System, which enables the device to locate the position of objects
in its environment and navigate from place to place with pinpoint
accuracy. Via the TrueTrack Navigation System, users can store
waypoints with the easy-to-use web browser interface and, with one
click, the Rovio mobile webcam can navigate itself down a path to a
chosen waypoint. Navigation into multiple rooms requires additional
TrueTrack(TM) Room Beacons, which are sold separately and plug into
a standard wall outlet. The Rovio mobile webcam also features
self-docking capabilities, allowing it to return to its charging
dock with TrueTrack Beacon at the simple click of button and
without guidance and will inform its user when power is running
low.
Featuring omni-directional three-wheeled motion for easy,
precise navigation, the Rovio mobile webcam has a head-mounted,
high resolution (640 x 480), adjustable camera with a wide range of
vision that streams video and can take, store, and/or send photo
snapshots of what it sees. A built-in LED headlight also helps
users guide the device in dimly-lit environments. Needing only a
web-enabled device and an Internet connection, users can see and
hear exactly what the Rovio mobile webcam sees and hears in real
time from any vacation spot, conference center, airport, or other
location around the world. The Rovio mobile webcam's microphone and
speaker system is even ideal for parents who want to read a bedtime
story to children remotely, or for pet owners to see whether the
dog is asleep on the couch.
Requiring no subscription fees or professional installation, the
Rovio mobile webcam features USB connectivity and easy-to-install
PC software that automatically detects computer settings and guides
users through the set-up process. The Rovio mobile webcam features
a step-by-step setup for Macs and hand-held devices using Ad-Hoc
configuration. The device can also be used via Skype or Windows
Live Messenger (MSN) through a video plug-in. The Rovio mobile
webcam runs off users' existing Wi-Fi connection, does not require
the setup of additional networks, and is protected by a login and
password that the user creates, ensuring secure remote access to
the home or office.
The Rovio mobile webcam is available at major retailers
nationwide, including Amazon.com, Sears.com, BarnesandNoble.com,
Target.com, Walmart.com, and Hammacher.com for the approximate
retail price of $299 and comes with a charging dock with a built-in
TrueTrack Beacon, rechargeable NiMH battery pack, set-up CD,
Quick-Start Guide, USB Cable and 8V AC adapter. TrueTrack Room
Beacons are available separately.
Additional information, demos, frequently asked questions, and
software updates for the Rovio mobile webcam can be found at
www.meetrovio.com.
About WowWee
WowWee, an Optimal Group company, is a leading designer,
developer, marketer and distributor of innovative hi-tech consumer
robotic and entertainment products. The WowWee group of companies
maintains operations in Hong Kong, La Jolla, California and
Montreal, Quebec.
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