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To: Peter V who wrote (42218)	6/16/1999 1:45:00 PM
From: DiViT	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 50808

Cube was in some of those DiVX machines. Probably not much volume tho'

To: Peter V who wrote (42218)	6/16/1999 2:02:00 PM
From: BillyG	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 50808

Samsung Begins Shipment of 10,000 InfoRanger Cable Modems to Videotron for Montreal Deployment Major Canadian Cable Company Also Testing Samsung's Internet Telephony Cable Modem DALLAS, June 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Samsung Telecommunications America (STA), Inc., today announced that it is shipping 10,000 units of its InfoRanger(TM) cable modems to Videotron Communications inc. (Videotron), strengthening Samsung's industry position in deployed DOCSIS-compliant cable modems. Videotron, one of Canada's largest cable providers, is installing the InfoRanger throughout its Montreal service area. With download speeds up to a hundred times faster than standard analog modems, the InfoRanger is a sleek, compact cable modem that offers high-speed, reliable access to multimedia-intensive services. The InfoRanger is ideal for faster Internet access, as well as a variety of other multimedia and networking applications such as audio and streaming video. Videotron also has begun testing of Samsung's Internet telephony cable modem (ITCM) in its Montreal laboratory. Videotron expects to begin field testing of Samsung's ITCM by fall of 1999 with deployment scheduled for the following winter. This testing effort enables Samsung to gain an early lead on the delivery of voice over IP solutions. "Videotron is on the cutting edge of Internet innovation, and we need a partner that is as aggressive as we are in implementing technology for advanced cable multimedia services," said Francois Laflamme, vice president of IP telephony at Videotron. "We selected Samsung to supply our cable modems and Internet telephony cable modems because of the company's proven quality, reputation and ability to quickly deliver the suite of industry-standard cable modems we need to implement our complete cable Internet strategy." The InfoRanger cable modem adheres to DOCSIS (Data Over Cable Systems / Interoperability Specification) standards, which guarantees interoperability and assures current and future compatibility. It also allows the InfoRanger to be easily transported for access to high-speed Internet connections anywhere in North America. The InfoRanger is easy to install and use - just plug and play. Features such as remote diagnostics, remote software downloading and easy-to-read displays make the InfoRanger an ideal solution for high-speed connectivity needs. "We are pleased that Videotron has selected us as a major supplier of cable modems. The latest InfoRanger shipment is further proof that cable companies trust Samsung to provide them with the products they need to meet their service goals," said Mark Stubbe, vice president of STA's networks division. "The testing of our ITCM product also shows that Samsung is committed to delivering the products cable companies need to compete in the converging data and voice communications environment." Using coaxial cable, Samsung's ITCM allows simultaneous telephony, high-speed Internet access, video services and fax capabilities. It supports industry standard protocols for the voice over IP network and meets the specifications for the DOCSIS 1.1 standard. Samsung's ITCM is the first to be licensed for the Internet protocol multiservices network being developed by Cisco Systems and Telcordia. About Samsung Samsung Telecommunications America, Inc., a Dallas-based subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Company, researches, develops, and markets telecommunications and data communications systems and products throughout North America. STA has five main business groups: Networks, Wireless Systems, Wireless Terminals, Business Communications, and Office Automation. Samsung Electronics Company, Ltd., a $16.6 billion flagship company of the Korean-based Samsung Group, is a world leader in electronics, with operations in more than 60 countries. About Videotron Communications inc. Videotron Communications inc. is a subsidiary of Le Groupe Videotron Itee, an international communications company. VCI is an integrated communications company bringing together all of Videotron's telecommunications operations in Canada. Its subsidiaries offer services in telephony, telecommunications, cable television, remote surveillance and interactive multimedia development. VCI is a leader in information highway development as a result of its subsidiaries and of its parent company's experience in multimedia development and in integrated telephony and cable television in Canada, the United States and the United Kingdom.

To: Peter V who wrote (42218)	6/16/1999 5:16:00 PM
From: John Rieman	Respond to of 50808

Better Pictures, Better Sounds............................. "It's catching on. After all, digital products make performance better. Pictures and sound are sharper and clearer. Plug into the digital future The New Straits Times EVERYONE is talking digital these days. In fact, this "techno" word has touched our lives in ways that most of us are not even aware of. Switch on the television and chances are you'd be watching a programme transmitted via a digital system (depending on the station of your choice). For those who own a home theatre system, for instance, part of their entertainment needs have gone digital, particularly if they own digital video disc (DVD) players with all the compatible peripherals and back-ups. "It's catching on. After all, digital products make performance better. Pictures and sound are sharper and clearer. It is also easier to work on with better networking capabilities," said National Panasonic (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd managing director Bunroku Morioka. "For instance, if you own a digital camera, it isn't difficult to hook it up to the television, computer and so on." In the long run, digital capabilities downsizes the need for extra facilities while upgrading the efficiency of each piece of equipment. In fact, the digital trend is spreading so fast that people at Panasonic believe everything will go digital after 2000. "DVD will be the next revolution from video to audio and many other functions," Morioka said. The only setback in many countries (including Malaysia) at the moment is the limited software. For example, getting a movie title on DVD is not as easy and cheap as on video compact disc (VCD). Prices of the hardware or equipment also remain rather high. A DVD player would cost you from RM1,600 onwards. Between five million and six million DVD players have been sold worldwide and sales are increasing fast. In Malaysia, 10,000 DVD players have been moved, 30 per cent of which bear the Panasonic brand. The National Panasonic team is confident that the situation will change very soon. "Remember how long it took video to penetrate the market? It went on for a while and once it got started, everything just moved fast," said Morioka. "Performance got better, sizes got smaller and prices went down. We believe that the same thing will happen with digital audio visual products. All we need to do now is create a higher awareness among users." With that in mind, National Panasonic is walking that extra mile to bring the understanding of digital capabilities to the masses. Between July 23 and 24, the electronics giant will display its products at the Malaysian Audio Show at the Legend Hotel in Kuala Lumpur as the anchor tenant with the biggest show area (the ballroom). The theme of the National Panasonic display is Digital Home Entertainment That's Bigger Than Life. At the exhibition hall, over 100 items including new models and prototypes - anything and everything digital - will be shown. Judging from the layout as revealed by the National Panasonic team recently, one could say that the concept of the exhibition is very "user friendly" as the public will be able to try out and understand the equipment and technology hands-on. There'd be areas dedicated to certain products like the DVD corner, a home entertainment area, a deejay corner (where the high-end audio stuff including turntables and the like are grouped) and many other attractions. Imagine an "amusement park" with loads of hi-tech AV products to sample. "We would like to educate people on new breakthroughs, what the products are capable of, and, at the same, let them have fun trying them out," Morioka said. Panasonic's participation in the fair could also be seen as an expansion of the brand's "dominion" into AV products. "We'd like to move into the younger bracket, and naturally it is in the AV market," Morioka added. So, expect more surprises from National Panasonic soon. In the meantime, keep yourself free this coming July 23 and 24 for more digital experiences. (Copyright 1999) _____via IntellX_____