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Weekly UpdatesMotorola (NYSE:MOT) and PacketVideo Corporation have announced that PacketVideo's custom-built "mobile media" software will help power the new Motorola A920 handset -- one of the world's most advanced 3G phones. PacketVideo's mobile media technologies enable the delivery of business and consumer content as well as compelling new visual communications. Examples include financial news and online trading, security services/video email, sports highlights, movie trailers and tickets, and games.
For the Motorola A920, which combines the capabilities of a mobile phone, video and still camera, PDA, MP3 player and gaming device all in one handset, PacketVideo's technology helps power key video features and provide a truly differentiated offering for mobile operators and their subscribers. Specific capabilities include real-time 2 way video calls as well as capturing, receiving and displaying streamed or downloaded video, MMS messages and music.
Part of a previously announced agreement between Motorola and PacketVideo to collaborate on multimedia solutions for 3G mobile phones, the Motorola A920 represents a significant step forward in the companies' goal of bringing new, enhanced multimedia devices to the mobile market.
"Videophones like the Motorola A920 represent the future of mobile communications," said Dr. James Brailean, Ph.D., PacketVideo CEO. "And our software is a key element to unlocking their full potential. By working with manufacturers such as Motorola to leverage the power of video, we can help operators and consumers turn mobile phones into personal gateways, driving new revenue opportunities and enhancing communication worldwide."
PacketVideo creates multimedia technology specifically customized for the demanding world of mobile phones and mobile phone users. PacketVideo innovations and engineering leadership make it easy for consumers to create and share their own high-quality multimedia content, watch live events, or enjoy pre-recorded video and audio on their mobile phones. But more importantly, the Motorola A920 takes advantage of PacketVideo's advanced 2Way video technology so people can talk and see each other in real time. Just as the basic voice call between two people has been the driving force for telephony, PacketVideo is dedicated to the idea that the driver for mobile telephony will be personal communications enhanced by video -- the most powerful media experience invented.
"Creating simple, intuitive and exciting multimedia applications and experiences is a critical component of Motorola's 3G handset strategy," said John Thode, vice president and general manager, 3G products, Motorola Personal Communications Sector. "And working with companies like PacketVideo is one way we're delivering on it. PacketVideo's software and expertise help us produce sophisticated yet easy-to-use 3G experiences for our customers and their subscribers -- experiences that will drive consumer adoption of 3G services and ultimately expand the marketplace for all."
About Motorola
Motorola, Inc. (NYSE:MOT) is a global leader in wireless, automotive and broadband communications. Sales in 2002 were $27.3 billion. Motorola is a global corporate citizen dedicated to ethical business practices and pioneering important innovations that make things smarter and life better, honored traditions that began when the company was founded 75 years ago this year. For more information, visit http://www.motorola.com.
About PacketVideo
PacketVideo was founded in 1998 and is recognized as the world's premier independent provider of mobilemedia software. PacketVideo's standards-based Network Solutions enable the distribution of high-quality video and audio over challenging wireless networks. PacketVideo's Device Solutions provide embedded multimedia capability including audio and one & two-way video for mobile phones and other converged devices. PacketVideo is headquartered in San Diego, Calif. For more information, visit http://www.pv.com or call 617/252-9662.
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