Hong Kong, November 3, 2009 -Expanding on the success of the Cyclone FPGA series and extending its transceiver leadership, Altera Corporation (NASDAQ: ALTR) today announced the new Cyclone IV FPGA family. Responding to increased lowcost bandwidth needs driven by the demand for mobile video, voice, and data access, and the hunger for high-quality 3D images, the new Cyclone IV FPGA family adds support for mainstream serial protocols while offering an optimal balance of low cost, low power and a rich supply of logic, memory and DSP capabilities.The Cyclone IV FPGA family offers two variants. Cyclone IV GX devices have up to 150K logic elements (LEs), up to 6.5-Mbits of RAM, up to 360 multipliers, and up to eight integrated 3.125-Gbps transceivers supporting mainstream protocols including Gigabit Ethernet (GbE), SDI, CPRI, V-by-One and Cyclone IV GX has hard IP for PCI Express (PCIe). With low power consumption and packages as small as 11x11 mm, these devices address cost-sensitive, small form-factor applications in the wireless, wireline, broadcast, industrial and consumer markets. Cyclone IV E devices deliver an unprecedented combination of low cost and high functionality, and lower power by up to 25% compared to previous generation Cyclone products for power-sensitive applications such as handheld software-defined radio."Cyclone IV FPGAs will expand the reach of FPGAs like never before," said Vince Hu, vice president of product and corporate marketing at Altera. "By rivaling the cost of ASSPs and offering unmatched flexibility, Cyclone IV FPGAs are the obvious choice for next-generation designs. The innovative features of the Cyclone IV family make it easy for designers to support multiple protocols, simplify board design and create obsolescence-proof solutions that will outlast ASSPs."For the Cyclone IV GX devices, Altera focused on reducing the total system cost. By integrating transceivers, Cyclone IV GX FPGAs eliminate external component costs and reduce power consumption up to 30 percent compared to previous generation Cyclone products combined with external transceiver PHYs. This power savings also reduces costs by eliminating the need for heat-dissipation hardware. Cyclone IV GX devices require only two power supplies which significantly simplifies PCB design and reduces board space and cost. With a focus on low cost, Cyclone IV GX smallest device is the industry's smallest FPGA with transceivers.Pricing and AvailabilityProduction shipments of the EP4CGX15 and EP4CE115, the first Cyclone IV GX and Cyclone IV E devices respectively, will begin in the first quarter of 2010. Budgetary pricing for the smallest devices, the EP4CE6 and the EP4CGX15, will start as low as US$3 and US$6 respectively for 250K unit quantities in 2010. The three smallest Cyclone IV GX devices will be supported in the Quartus II design software version 9.1 with the remaining Cyclone IV devices supported in the Quartus II design software version 9.1 service pack 1.

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NEC Display Solutions of America, a leading provider of commercial LCD display and projector solutions, announced today a standard-aspect desktop display, intended for use in business environments such as IT, corporate and education.The energy-efficient 17-inch MultiSync LCD175M monitor features an EPEAT Gold rating, as well as ENERGY STAR 5.0 and TCO 5.0 compliance, which certify its eco-friendly stature. Its ECO Mode technology allows users to maneuver between two energy-savings modes and enables the calculation of power consumption savings for the monitor's carbon footprint meter. Additionally, the monitor boasts a new power circuit design that achieves 0.4W power in power savings mode and power off."The new MultiSync LCD175M is an eco-conscious IT monitor that consumes up to 42% less power than its predecessors," said Lynn Gu, product manager for NEC Display Solutions. "This display will help any business operation to become green, as it uses the same likeable features of the MultiSync 5 Series but with a more energy-efficient approach."A partial list of the LCD175M features are:- 1000:1 contrast ratio- 5ms fast response time- 250 cd/m2 brightness- 1280 x 1024 high-definition resolution- Height-adjust (50mm) and tilt capabilities- 50% less mercury content and power consumption than its predecessors- Two-step ECO Mode for significant power consumption savings- Carbon footprint meter for tracking of carbon savings- EPEAT Gold in U.S. and Canada- ENERGY STAR 5.0 compliance- TCO 5.0 compliance- Recycled plastic partially utilized in chassis structure- Space-saving, down-firing multimedia speakers with headphone jack- Certified for Windows 7, XP and VistaThe LCD175M will begin shipping in November 2009 with an estimated street price of US$179. The display ships with a standard three-year parts and labor warranty, including the backlight.NEC energy-efficient 17-inch MultiSync LCD175M monitorPhoto: Comapny

VIA Technologies has introduced its new VIA Nano 3000 series processors, bringing digital media performance and low power consumption to Windows 7-based ultra-thin notebook and all-in-one desktop PC markets. Based on the 64-bit superscalar Isaiah architecture, VIA Nano 3000 series processors support playback of high bit-rate 1080p HD video, while delivering low power consumption resulting in longer battery life.With a host of advanced features including 64-bit support, advanced CPU virtualization technology, SSE4 for enhanced multimedia processing, and encryption and security capabilities integrated in the VIA PadLock Security Engine, VIA Nano 3000 series processors also provide a solution for emerging cloud-based computing environments.Available at speeds from 1.0GHz to 2.0GHz, VIA Nano 3000 series processors deliver up to 20% higher performance using up to 20% less power than current VIA Nano processors and boasts VIA VT virtualization technology.VIA Nano 3000 series processor samples are currently available for OEMs and motherboard vendors, and will enter mass production in the first quarter of 2010. VIA Nano 3000 series CPU specifications Model Speed VIA V4 FSB Idle Power L3100 2.0GHz 800MHz 500mW L3050 1.8GHz 800MHz 500mW U3200 1.4GHz 800MHz 100mW U3100 1.3+GHz 800MHz 100mW U3300 1.2GHz 800MHz 100mW U3500 1.0GHz 800MHz 100mW Sources: Company, compiled by Digitimes, November 2009VIA Nano 3000 series CPU Photo: Company

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NEC Display Solutions of America, a leading stand-alone provider of commercial LCD displays and projectors, announced today the NP610 entry-level installation projector, designed specifically for those users who require incredible image quality with advanced capabilities in a powerful yet affordable package. The NP610 is geared particularly towards those users at the university level, as well as corporate environments, for areas such as training rooms, lecture halls and conference rooms.With a brightness of 3500 lumens, the NP610 creates brilliant images in higher ambient lighting conditions. With full connectivity (DVI-I, VGA, 3 audio inputs and variable audio out), integration into classrooms is a breeze. The NP610 provides integrated RJ45 connection and remote diagnostics, which enable the administrator to monitor and make adjustments to the projector via the network from a remote location. Its virtual remote technology allows communication over the VGA cable to control the projector directly from a computer, without the need for additional control cables. These features save time for IT staff and simplify the process of maintaining preferred settings.Additionally, the NP610 allows users to maintain significant cost savings. The projector's filter requires less maintenance and provides up to three times the existing filter life compared to previous NEC projector filters. The carbon savings meter calculates the positive effects of operating in ECO Mode, which is encouraged by an optional message upon the unit's startup."The NP610 is an ideal entry-level installation projector that offers all the features our customers need to succeed in connecting with their audience," said Rich McPherson, product manager for projectors at NEC Display Solutions. "From increased brightness and color-enhancing technologies to environmentally-favorable specifications, this projector meets the standard criteria required for integration projectors."A partial list of features for the NP610 includes: - Brightness of 3500 lumens - Native resolution of 1024 x 768 XGA - Contrast ratio of 500:1 - Low power consumption of 312W Normal / 237W ECO Mode / 0.6W Standby - Up to 5000 hours of lamp life (in ECO mode) - Comprehensive input panel, which includes DVI-I with HDCP, 15-pin, RCA and S-Video - Built-in closed captioning, which enables decoding and text display from a video - Variable audio-out, where the remote control can be used to adjust the volume of self-powered external speakers that are connected to the projector - AutoSense, which intuitively syncs the projector with most computer signals and features one-touch image optimization - Automatic keystone correction technology, which instantly projects a square image even when the projector is set up at a steep offset angle to the screen - Built-in wall color correction preset, which provides adaptive color tone correction to display images properly on non-white surfaces - 7-watt speakerThe new NP610 will begin shipping in November 2009 with an estimated street price of US$1499. The projector ships with a standard two-year parts and labor warranty, including the first year with InstaCare (repair and return in three business days or next business day exchange).NEC Display Solutions new entry-level installation projector, the NP610Photo: Company

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ray Displays, a personal projector that fits into your life as easily as into your hand, offers consumers the ability to project life's everyday moments. Whether it's memories, personal entertainment, business presentations or teaching tools, Ray Displays personal, pico projector, "Ray," has the ability to turn tiny images into big pictures, up to 70-inch, anywhere, at any time in crisp, bright, breathing color.Projectors are no longer just for presentations, and there's no need to lug around an eight pound plus projector. With Ray Displays personal projector, anyone can use Ray on the go, in small meetings, at lunch, on vacation, with friends, with family, with coworkers. There's no end to the variations."The personal or pico projector market is very exciting and rapidly gaining consumer interest. We created Ray to offer people not only the best technology, but the ability to afford an amazing projector," said Jerry Rogers, CEO of Ray Displays. "You can now transform private viewing into a shared experience."Ray pairs with virtually any kind of electronic device: - Personal media players (iPod, Zune, ARCHOS, Cowon, ZEN vision and many more) - Smartphones (like the iPhone) - DVD players - Digital cameras - DVRs - DV-camsRay offers technical excellence in an affordable package: - A sharp, clear display that can be easily viewed even in brightly lit rooms - A stellar 640x480 resolution that enables a crisp projection up to 70-inch - A projector that's probably lighter than your current mobile phone - Universal connectivity to thousands of electronic devicesRay also comes with a handy tripod for perfect positioning. With a gentle adjustment to the manual focus, Ray gives the perfect projection.Ray combines all of these features for US$229, and can be purchased on the company's Web site or at Fry's."Use Ray to share photos at dinner – without having to pass around your phone or camera, or show a presentation at a moment's notice. We've come up with many suggestions on our Web site on where to use Ray, but we want to hear from our customers. If people send their stories on how they use Ray, we'll share some of them on our Web site, Facebook or Twitter pages," continued Rogers.Ray Display personal pico projector - RayPhoto: Company

Micro-Star International (MSI) has unveiled a gaming motherboard, the Big Bang Trinergy, based on Intel's P55 platform.The Trinergy features Nvidia SLI technology through the nForce 200 SLI chip and QuantumWave audio processing technology.The Trinergy is also equipped with an external OC Dashboard that allows overclocking with a press of a button.Before the end of 2009, MSI will also launch the Big Bang Fuzion motherboard featuring Lucid's Hydra engine, which is designed to support connections between AMD and Nvidia GPUs in a single system.MSI Big Bang Trinergy motherboardPhoto: Company

RIDGEFIELD PARK, N.J., October 27, 2009 – Samsung Electronics America Inc., a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Corporation, the number one worldwide brand of LCD display products, today announced the debut of its entertainment-centric monitors, the 933HD+ and 2333HD. At an estimated street price of US$249.99 and US$329.99, respectively, both monitors produce picture perfect HD quality in a sleek design and are now available from Samsung resellers and retailers."With more homes having multiple entertainment centers, the 933HD+ and 2333HD are the perfect companions for users who want integrated HDTV functionality from a desktop monitor. The added bonus is that both these monitors are self-contained and functional right out of the box, and can quickly connect to any entertainment device," said Doug Albregts, VP, information technology division, Samsung Electronics America Inc.Compact TV with connectivityThe 19-inch 933HD+ and 23-inch 2333HD have all the benefits of a compact TV including a digital TV tuner with an optional cable or satellite connection and up to two HDMI connections, depending on model, to connect digital devices such as a Blu-ray player and gaming system. The integrated stereo sound system offers great sound and includes Dolby Digital (2333HD). The 933HD+ and 2333HD's slick glossy black finish features a rounded bottom edge with matching crystal-like acrylic bar.Multi-performanceWhether watching movies, sports or a powerpoint presentation, the 933HD+ and 2333HD offer Samsung's quality performance with a dynamic contrast ratio of 10,000:1 and 5 millisecond response rate. Movies can be fully appreciated in 16:9 widescreen formats without distortion or stretching and there is ample space to run multiple applications simultaneously. Settings, such as brightness, backlight and color effects, can be quickly customized with a touch of a key using the MagicColor, MagicBright, Color Effect and Image Size functions."With more users viewing HD broadcast, watching Blu-ray movies and playing video games on their monitors, the 933HD+ and 2333HD are space savers for those looking for a multi-purpose monitor to place in a tight space, like a studio apartment or dorm room," said Young Bae, director, information technology division, Samsung Electronics America Inc.933HD+ and 2333HD• 1360x768 (19-inch 933HD) and 1920x1080 (23-inch 2333HD) resolution • Dynamic contrast ratio of 10,000:1 • 16:9 aspect ratio • 5ms response time • Remote controlMonitors are available through Samsung resellers and distribution channels, which can be located by calling 1-800-SAMSUNG or by visiting www.samsung.com. Samsung Power Partners receive special promotions, lead referrals, training and technical support, as well as collateral and marketing materials. Samsung also recycles all monitors through its Recycling Directsm Program. To find out more about becoming a Samsung Power Partner or the Recycling Directsm Program, visit http://www.samsungpartner.com/.Samsung HDTV monitor - 933HD+Photo: Company

AUSTIN, Texas, October 28, 2009 - Silicon Laboratories Inc. (NASDAQ: SLAB), a leader in high-performance, analog-intensive, mixed signal ICs, today announced its entry into the human interface market with the introduction of the QuickSense portfolio, including the Si1102 proximity sensor and the Si1120 proximity and ambient light sensor, the industry's fastest infrared sensing solutions. Optimized for power efficiency, the Si1102 and Si1120 enable touchless human interface sensing and superior detection range. Ideal for a wide variety of sensing applications, the Si1102/20 devices are well suited for products that can benefit from system power savings, tamper detection/proofing and gesture interpretation, such as portable electronics, IP phones, displays, kiosks, dispensers, interactive toys, clock radios, and other consumer and industrial products.The QuickSense Si1102 sensor enables an electronic device to quickly gauge its proximity to the user. For example, it can detect if a handset is near a user's face and adjusts the display and lighting accordingly. The QuickSense Si1120 infrared proximity and ambient light sensor can also detect the ambient light in the external environment, allowing screen backlighting to be dimmed, for example, saving power. When paired with the F700 and F800 touch sense microcontrollers (MCUs), the QuickSense solution enables smart motion sensing, giving designers a complete array of human interface technologies for their applications and fundamentally improving the end-user experience.Historically, designing advanced human interface features into end products has been challenging and has introduced performance and power trade offs. Silicon Labs' patented technologies and decade of infrared product design and manufacturing expertise has created a new method that eliminates the tradeoffs. Unlike competing approaches that require the infrared LED to be pulsed multiple times over a long period for accurate measurements, the Si1102/20 devices use a patented single-pulse proximity measurement technique to achieve up to a 4000x improvement in power efficiency, resulting in longer battery life, a critical feature in portable applications. With up to a 50cm range (unaided by lenses), the Si1102/20 can easily power down displays and other functions when the user is not present. This power-saving capability is particularly appropriate for products such as appliances, security panels and IP phones.The Si1120 device enables an innovative, patent-pending touchless proximity slider for gesturing, allowing end users to navigate without a physical touch but with simple gestures. The superior sensitivity that enables this touchless control feature has the added benefit of offering robust performance under a wide range of lighting conditions. It also enables the use of low-cost or low-profile infrared LEDs, often resulting in a significant system cost savings.The Si1102 and Si1120 infrared sensor family is supported by the QuickSense Studio, a common development framework for all of the QuickSense devices including the F700 and F800 touch sense MCUs. The QuickSense Studio configuration wizard allows designers, using an intuitive software GUI, to select which functions they want implemented such as capacitive touch sense buttons, sliders and wheels, and then easily auto-generate the software to set up and calibrate these functions. Designers can also test their implementation and review a graphical display of the system performance."Silicon Labs' QuickSense human interface portfolio gives developers a robust, low-power human interface solution that's easily configurable with a straightforward development environment," said Mark Thompson, vice president and general manager of Silicon Laboratories. "No other supplier is able to match the speed and accuracy of our sensors or to combine intelligent optical sensing with touch sense MCUs, making Silicon Labs a single source for advanced, easy-to-use human interface technology."Pricing and AvailabilityThe Si1102 and Si1120 devices are available now in an 8-pin ODFN package and are priced at US$0.90 and US$1.05 respectively in 10k quantities.

October 30, 2009 - Los Gatos, CA - HDI Ltd announces it has entered into a manufacturing agreement to mass produce their proprietary 100-inch diagonal laser-driven 2D/3D switchable dynamic video projection televisions. HDI Ltd's 2D/3D switchable system delivers a stunningly superior 2D image, with a 50% greater resolution than today's digital cinemas, and derives its greater-than-high definition stereoscopic 1920 x 1080p "3D" image quality from two RGB laser-illuminated liquid crystal on silicon (LCOS) micro display imagers. At full 1080p HD, the HDI Ltd screen refreshes at 360 fields per-second on each eye, the fastest refresh rate on any mass produced television or projector.HDI Ltd has completely eliminated the adverse effects, such as migraines, dizziness, nausea, and motion sickness, long associated with inferior and expensive shutter glasses and substandard 3D technology. HDI Ltd delivers the most immersive, comfortable, and natural 3D viewing experience in the world with low-cost and light-weight proprietary polarized glasses. Technology journalist Richard Hart called HDI Ltd's picture quality, "the smoothest yet, and smoothness means no headaches," and Steve Wozniak, co-founder of Apple Computers, stated, "Without a doubt, the best demonstration of 3D technology I have ever seen."In addition, HDI Ltd displays draw 80% less power than existing 2D plasma displays of the same size, offer a 95% reduction in manufacturing pollution, and a 100% reduction in harmful chemicals and radioactive components currently used in existing televisions. At 10-inches thick, HDI's 100-inch diagonal display weighs 75% less than equivalent Plasma and LCD displays, and is anticipated to have a street price potentially 60% less than current 2D flatscreen plasma and LCD displays.HDI's September 2009 announcement of their potential new standard for switchable 2D/3D television technology came on the same day several major manufactures announced plans to release new energy-guzzling plasma televisions with 3D capabilities via shutter glasses, all of which featured price tags as much as 100% or more than current 2D televisions.

November 2, 2009 (Plano, TX) - Texas Advanced Optoelectronic Solutions, Inc. (TAOS; www.taosinc.com) announced today that the company is providing key technology to the HDTV industry that is directly benefiting consumers who purchase flat panel display HDTVs. A recognized pioneer and market leader in ambient light sensing (ALS) technology, TAOS, Inc is championing the use of ALS sensors in flat panel TVs (both LCD and plasma) to provide improvements in display picture quality while simultaneously conserving energy by reducing power consumption, thereby reducing the consumer's annual utility bill. For more than a decade, TAOS, Inc has pioneered and perfected the use of ALS sensors in a broad range of consumer electronic products from mobile phones to notebooks/laptops to digital cameras/camcorders to portable MP3/DVD players to video games.As a member of the LCD TV Association, TAOS, Inc is working closely with its other members to promote ALS sensor use in HDTVs and encourage TV manufacturers to participate in the Association's Green TV logo program. Launched in 2008, this program promotes "green technology" and global energy conservation, currently through the implementation of ALS sensors in LCD TVs to automatically adjust TV set brightness in response to ambient room brightness, thereby reducing system, power consumption by at least 30%.TAOS, Inc has developed a white paper for consumers titled "Turning HDTVs Green" - which is being distributed to media outlets on a nationwide basis - that provides an overview of the HDTV industry, the changes that are driving the need for increased energy conservation and describes existing technologies such as automatic brightness control which uses the TAOS automatic - or ambient - light sensing to provide the dual benefits of improved display picture quality and increased energy-efficiency in flat panels TVs."When purchasing an HDTV, the consumer primarily cares about big-screen picture quality and price. TAOS automatic light sensing (ALS) technology delivers in both areas by automatically adjusting the HDTV display brightness to suit the surrounding light levels and providing a proven and highly cost-effective solution that also reduces energy consumption and the consumer's overall utility bill," said Jerry Koontz, TAOS, Inc Director of Marketing.The TAOS "Turning HDTVs Green" white paper can be downloaded by clicking here.