SnapStream Showcases Digital Media Application at Windows XP Launch in New York City
SnapStream’s PVS (Personal Video Station) Delivers Anywhere, Anytime Television Viewing Using Compelling New Digital Media Features of Windows XP
October 25, 2001 (HOUSTON) - SnapStream Media, a leading developer of digital entertainment software, today joined Microsoft Corp. in New York City to showcase the Windows XP version of its TV recording software, SnapStream PVS, in support of the worldwide Windows XP operating
system Launch.
"SnapStream PVS takes advantage of the digital media features in Windows XP to bring television to today’s computing devices . By integrating the latest Windows Media technology, we’re successfully addressing bandwidth requirements with new compression features – enabling
high-quality television viewing on Pocket PCs and home networks," said Rakesh Agrawal, SnapStream co-founder and CEO. "SnapStream uses Microsoft’s Windows Media and DirectX technologies to make TV available anytime, anywhere—delivering real entertainment power and a
significant boost to Pocket PCs and home network technology."
With SnapStream PVS, consumers can record favorite television shows in a PVR (personal video recording) fashion using Windows Media. Consumers can then watch those shows inside the home over the home network or the Internet, on Pocket PC PDA devices, or on laptops. SnapStream PVS is a low-cost,
easy-to-use application that lets consumers access and view favorite television programs anytime, anywhere.
"SnapStream is building on core Microsoft digital media technology, including Windows Media and DirectX, to create an exciting new digital media experience for consumers," said Dave Fester, general manager of the Windows Digital Media Division at Microsoft. "Applications such as
SnapStream are using Microsoft technology to redefine entertainment."
About SnapStream Media, Inc.
SnapStream Media, Inc. is a leading developer of digital entertainment products based in Houston, Texas. SnapStream's vision is to create high-quality consumer entertainment experiences that leverage PC technology. The company's personal video recording (PVR) software, Beyond TV™
was called "dazzlingly cool" by the Los Angeles Times, referred to as "an idea whose time has come" by the Associated Press and declared "better than TiVo" by Maximum PC. Interested parties can find more information about SnapStream Media and its products at www.snapstream.com.
Contact Information
Christina Lee
Phone: 713-644-6240, x28
Fax: 713-644-3215
Email: pr@snapstream.com
Website: www.snapstream.com
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