Intel and RepairTech booths will include GestureTek's gesture-controlled
interactive displays, immersive media solutions and gesture-enabled
PC-based games.
SUNNYVALE, Calif., Jan. 7 /PRNewswire/ -- GestureTek(R) Inc. -- world
leader and patent-holder in camera-enabled gesture-controlled interfaces
for interactive displays, presentation systems and entertainment systems --
today announced that two CES exhibitors, Intel and RepairTech, will use
GestureTek's patented, state-of-the-art video gesture control technology at
the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) on January 7th to 10th, 2008, in Las
Vegas.
"GestureTek technology is a showstopper. Without a doubt, CES visitors
will stop in their tracks when they see that they can control displays,
manipulate special effects, play games and even immerse themselves in a 3-D
virtual world -- simply by moving their hands and body," said Bill
Leckonby, CEO of GestureTek Inc.
At CES booth number 7153, Intel will be featuring GestureTek's
gesture-enabled games on Mobile Internet Devices based on Intel low power
technologies. GestureTek's GestureXtreme(R) virtual world experience
transports a person's image into a computer-generated landscape, with no
gear or equipment required. Players can see themselves onscreen as they
maneuver thrilling adventure simulations or interact with onscreen
characters and objects in real-time. Body motion controls the program,
giving users an unencumbered full-body immersive experience
At CES booth number 8759, GestureTek and design marketing firm Ex
Machina have designed the booth of the future for RepairTech, a warranty
service provider. RepairTech will showcase its offerings using GestureTek's
ScreenXtreme(TM) system with Active X plug-in on a giant 50" plasma screen.
ScreenXtreme is an immersive, interactive digital signage solution that
transforms any digital sign or advertising screen into an immersive,
interactive experience for customers.
ScreenXtreme is a powerful tool for entertainment and brand promotion.
It magically captures a passer-by's real-time image and allows the person
to watch themselves on a screen of any size, as they transform an
advertisement's background, images and special effects. Using a patented,
camera-based technology that tracks the area in the vicinity of a display,
Screen Xtreme lets people manipulate the graphics that surround them on the
screen, simply by moving their hands and body.
Available with over 30 pre-programmed special effects, ScreenXtreme
delivers effects that simulate swimming underwater, juggling objects or
wiping away a hazy mist to clear the view. Active X controls enable any
existing digital signage solution working on the Microsoft Windows
Operating System to run Screen Xtreme immersive interactive software as a
sub-window, within the overall solution.
View GestureTek's Screen Xtreme Showcase Video at: [LINK]
View GestureTek's Screen Xtreme With Active X Plug In Demo [LINK]
View GestureTek's GestureXtreme Video at [LINK]
mms://wme.gesturetek.com/gesturetek.com/gestxtreme/productvideos/gesture_ex
tre me.wmvView
GestureTek's complete Product Showcase Video at http://www.gesturetek.com
For more information contact:
Patti Jordan, Director Marketing & Communications, GestureTek Inc.
(416) 340-9290 x 274 patti.jordan@gesturetek.com
About GestureTek Inc.
GestureTek is a pioneer in computer vision control, and the
world-leader and patent-holder in gesture-recognition technologies for
information, presentation and entertainment systems. The company's
revolutionary video gesture control software lets users control interactive
content, access information, manipulate special effects or immerse
themselves in an interactive 3D virtual world -- simply by moving their
hands or body. In the past 20 years, GestureTek has delivered nearly 4000
interactive displays, kiosks, exhibits, games and other interactive
solutions for museums, science centers, location-based entertainment
facilities, retail stores, real estate presentation centers, corporate
boardrooms and showrooms, television networks and game developers. The
technology is also used by advertisers and marketers to make their digital
signs and advertisements interactive and immersive. Healthcare
organizations specializing in rehabilitation, sensory stimulation,
activation and recreation also use GestureTek's technology for virtual
therapy. GestureTek has nearly 4,000 clients, including leading
organizations and Fortune 500 companies such as CNN, Samsung, NASA, BMW,
Ford, Oracle, Intel, IBM, Federal Express, Autodesk, Panasonic and more.
Software licensees include Microsoft, Sony, Hasbro and various mobile game
developers. GestureTek is headquartered in Silicon Valley, with additional
offices in Toronto, Ottawa, New York City and Asia. GestureTek was formerly
known as JesterTek. For more information visit http://www.gesturetek.com or
call (800) 315-1189.
About RepairTech Inc.
RepairTech is an Extended Service Contracts/Buyer Protection Plan
company. Over the last decade, they have set a new standard for the
extended warranty industry. They focus their energy on superior service for
both the dealer and the consumer. Their product line is extensive --
including new technologies and established products. RepairTech set down
liberal rules to accommodate the consumer by offering free cleaning on
cameras and camcorders -- as well as a Loaner Program. They allow consumers
to choose their own factory authorized service center to repair the goods
covered by a RepairTech plan. Should the consumer choose to have RepairTech
service the product, they are offered free shipping and the turnaround time
on repairs averages less than 10 days. This service reflects back on the
dealers who offer RepairTech products. Beyond extraordinary consumer
service, RepairTech individualizes plans to allow retailers to incorporate
the ESC into their own marketing and sales strategies. A streamlined,
managed structure gives RepairTech the ability to react quickly to trends
in the consumer goods market to meet the needs of the both the retailers
and the consumers. RepairTech is headquartered in Iselin, New Jersey. For
more information contact Michael Green at (877) 418-8324 or visit
http://www.repairtechinc.com. Ex Machina is RepairTech's 'design x
marketing' firm. For more information visit http://www.ExMachinaDxM.com.
SOURCE GestureTek(R) Inc.
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Related links:
http://www.gesturetek.com
http://www.ExMachinaDxM.com
CONTACT:
Patti Jordan, Director Marketing &
Communications of GestureTek Inc., +1-416-340-9290, ext. 274,
patti.jordan@gesturetek.com; or Liz Nida, Account Executive of
SSPR, +1-719-634-8055, lnida@sspr.com, for GestureTek(R) Inc.
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