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Probably completely OT, but have you tried this (see below) out? Know anything about it? Heard of any of these companies? What is silicon film?
MGI Software and PictureVision's Online Print Service Application
Selected by Silicon Film Technologies
Now Silicon Electronic Film System Users Can Connect Directly with
Photo Finishing Services Via the Internet
LAS VEGAS, NV, Photo Marketing Association Convention, Booth No. F186, Feb. 3 /CNW-PRN/ -
MGI
Software Corp. (TSE:MGI), a leader in E-commerce imaging and digital video,, today announced that
Silicon Film Technologies Inc. will be shipping The Print Station for Kodak PhotoNet(TM) online
application developed by MGI using PhotoSuite and PictureVision technologies with its first generation
Electronic Film System, called EFS-1(TM). EFS-1 enables traditional 35mm SLR film camera users to
capture digital photographs by simply fitting the EFS system's (e) film(TM) Cartridge into their 35mm
SLR
camera's film compartment. With the application, these same users will be able to turn their digital snaps
into photo-quality prints.
"Traditional 35mm SLR film camera users are extremely familiar with the quality and process of regular
film processing," said Douglas Howe, Chief Marketing Officer, Silicon Film Technologies Inc. "EFS-1
System when combined with the PrintStation for Kodak PhotoNet online represents a cost effective and
efficient solution for introducing these users to all the benefits of digital with the quality of prints they
have grown to expect from their 35mm SLR film cameras."
Under the terms of the agreement, Silicon Film will distribute the Online Print Service to all EFS-1 users.
The PrintStation for Kodak PhotoNet online can be quickly installed with a few clicks of the mouse. The
application has bright, clean interface that houses a comprehensively easy workflow that leads the user
step by step through the ordering and uploading process. PrintStation for Kodak PhotoNet online, is a
new downloadable software application that seamlessly connects digital photographers to
photo-finishing labs via the Internet. EFS-1 users can quickly upload their high-resolution digital images
to the Kodak PhotoNet online Web site, then select from a wide range of photo fulfillment services, such
as prints in a variety of sizes or an assortment of distinctive photo gifts.
"Our partnership with Silicon Film highlights the wide variety of applications and companies that can
benefit from offering the PrintStation for Kodak PhotoNet online application," said Anthony
DeCristofaro,
president & CEO, MGI Software. "I am very pleased MGI will be part of ensuring EFS-1 customers
first
experience with digital imaging is enjoyable and rewarding."
About PrintStation for Kodak PhotoNet online
The PrintStation for Kodak PhotoNet online, developed by MGI using PhotoSuite and PictureVision
technologies is client-based software, which offers many advantages over other print services on the
market today that reside on the server; namely, speed and efficiency. Users gather their photos and
organize their print order prior to connecting and uploading, which minimizes issues such as connection
speed. In fact, users can simply walk away from the computer once they select "check out" to begin the
upload of their photographs. If a connection is lost, the user does not have to go through the process
of reorganizing their print order.
About Silicon Film Technologies, Inc.
Founded in 1998, Silicon Film Technologies, Inc. is the developer of the Electronic Film System, a
revolutionary digital photo system that turns a conventional film camera into a digital system without
camera modifications. The company has pioneered advanced research and development in CMOS
sensor implementation and micro-miniaturization of imager packaging, and holds patents on many
aspects of the technology. Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., Silicon Film Technologies, Inc. is a subsidiary
of Irvine Sensors Corporation (NASDAQ: IRSN). For more information, please visit
www.siliconfilm.com.
About Picture Vision Inc.
Based in Herndon, VA, PictureVision, Inc., the pioneer in online photography since 1995, is an
independently operated, majority owned subsidiary of Eastman Kodak Company (NYSE: EK).
PictureVision's patented core technology provides the foundation for online digital photography services
such as Kodak PhotoNet(TM) online and AOL's "You've Got Pictures"(SM) in addition to adding
functionality to leading image editing software programs such as MGI's PhotoSuite and to websites
including The Wedding Channel.com, eBay, and NFL.com. The company provides the imaging industry
with turn-key technologies and solutions for increasing sales by leveraging the evolution to digital
photography. PictureVision's premier product, Kodak PhotoNet online, utilizes its technology to offer
online photosharing services for traditional film and digital camera users. Film users request the service
when dropping off film for processing, while digital camera users upload pictures directly to the site.
Kodak PhotoNet online users can share their photos via email, order photo lab quality prints and
customized photo gifts. Consumers can also use pictures stored on Kodak PhotoNet online in partner
Web sites and software packages. For more information please visit www.picturevision.com and
www.photonet.com
About MGI Software
MGI Software (www.mgisoft.com) is a pioneer and established market leader in E-commerce imaging
and digital video. It's early focus on delivering imaging and video technology to the mass market has led
to an ever-growing network of partnerships with major consumer electronics manufacturers, computer
hardware and software vendors, photo retailers, media companies, and e-businesses. The Company's
intellectual property spans many aspects of imaging and video, including content creation and editing,
content encoding and decoding, Internet distribution systems, Web printing, and online navigation or
Zoom. As digital imaging and video become commonplace, it will be MGI Software's technologies that
are behind the scenes making it work. MGI Software employs over 230 people with offices in North
America, Europe, Pacific Rim, and Japan. MGI Software is publicly traded on The Toronto Stock
Exchange under the symbol "MGI".
(c) MGI Software Corp., 2000. MGI, MGI PhotoSuite, MGI VideoWave, SoftDVD MAX, Pure DIVA
and
Live Picture are trademarks or registered trademarks of MGI Software Corp. All other company and/or
product names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective manufacturers.
PictureVision can be contacted at (703) 925-1300 or (pve(at)photonet.com). For more information about
PictureVision and PhotoNet, contact Tony DeFazio at (610) 642-8253. Note to editors: PhotoNet is a
registered trademark of PictureVision, Inc. Kodak is a trademark of Eastman Kodak Company."You've
Got Pictures" is a service mark of America Online, Inc. "America Online" and "AOL" are Registered
Trademarks of America Online, Inc. All other company and/or product names are trademarks and/or
registered trademarks of their respective manufacturers.
SOURCE MGI Software Corp.
/CONTACT: Media Contact: Chris Taylor, MGI Software, 905-707-3554,
ChrisT@mgisoft.com; Investor Contact: Ray Kindiak, MGI Software, 905-707-3680,
rayk@mgisoft.com/ |
