I-O DATA brings AVeL LinkPlayer2 with Intel Viiv technology
(Technology News, 26 Jan 2007 )
I-O Data Device USA Inc. (I-O DATA) announced the availability of the AVeL LinkPlayer2 with support for Intel Viiv technology. AVeL LinkPlayer2 is a networked digital media and DVD player with support for High Definition (HD 1080i/720p) file formats such as Microsoft Windows Media Video 9 (WMV9) HD, MPEG2-TS, and DivX HD.
Intel Viiv technology allows users to access, share, and manage digital media, including movies, music, games, and photos. The AVeL LinkPlayer2’s basic software is designed by Syabas Technology, and has been verified as compatible by the Intel Viiv certification program.
Jack Akita, director of business development of I-O Data Device USA Inc., said, “I-O Data is working with Intel around the world to test and verify a variety of networked consumer electronics devices to enable consumers to share digital entertainment experience throughout the home when used with Intel Viiv technology-based PCs. We are pleased that the AVeL LinkPlayer has achieved Intel Viiv technology reference verification, which is expected to facilitate development of both American and Japanese products that will join the growing Intel Viiv technology ecosystem.”
TL Lim, President of Syabas Technology, stated, “For more than three years, Syabas and I-O DATA have worked together to develop the market for home-based digital media players, and now we have achieved the number one market position in this category in Japan. We are pleased that Intel chose to participate in this market with Syabas and I-O DATA, and we believe that these highly complementary technologies will enhance the home user’s experience with digital media.”
