COLUMBIA, Md., Jan. 11 /PRNewswire/ -- iBiquity Digital, the sole
developer of digital HD Radio(TM) technology, today announced that HD Radio
has received a CNET "Next Big Thing" award in the category of Car Technology.
Selected by CNET's expert editors, winners were recognized as the top products
in their respective technology categories for their promise to enrich the
lives of users, whether through the product's innovative design features
and/or its ability to easily adapt with other technologies.
"More than 2,500 companies exhibited at this year's CES, displaying
thousands of products and technologies. The selection of HD Radio technology
for a 'Next Big Thing' Award from amongst this crowded field is a great honor
that speaks to the transformational nature of this technology for consumers of
AM and FM radio," said Robert Struble, president and CEO, iBiquity Digital
Corporation. "We are proud to accept this award, and look forward to
leveraging the extensive support for the technology from broadcasters and
consumer electronics manufacturers to make 2005 a breakout year for HD Radio."
HD Radio technology transmits digital audio and data alongside existing AM
and FM analog signals, allowing listeners with HD Radio compatible receivers
to enjoy CD-quality sound and virtually eliminating the static and hiss
associated with analog radio. The technology also provides a platform for
advanced digital services that deliver listeners a variety of desired
information such as song titles, artist names, traffic updates, weather
forecasts, sports scores, and more. Additionally, HD Radio's Supplemental
Audio Services feature -- which was recognized as an honoree in the
Innovations 2005 Design and Engineering Showcase held in conjunction with this
year's CES -- will allow FM stations to divide their broadcasts into multiple
program streams, thereby increasing the diversity of content available to
consumers.
"CNET has become the most comprehensive and trusted resource for helping
consumers spot the most promising new products hitting the market," said
Patrick Houston, Editor in Chief at CNET.com. "Giving HD Radio technology a
Next Big Thing award sets it apart in an increasingly crowded field. Our
editorial team of unbiased category experts takes pride in providing this
distinction to iBiquity Digital on behalf of our millions of users."
CNET's editors received and reviewed hundreds of entries, as well as
scoured the CES show floor for products to consider for the prestigious award.
'Next Big Thing' Awards were handed out in 12 categories: TVs; Digital Photo
and Video; Home Theater; Portable Audio and Video; Cell Phones and Handhelds;
Computers; Peripherals; Burners and Storage; Software and Services; Car
Technology; Networking; Accessories; as well as the Best of Show. Product
videos of the winners and finalists can be found at http://ces.cnet.com along
with CNET's extensive coverage of the show.
About iBiquity Digital
iBiquity Digital is the sole developer and licenser of HD Radio(TM)
technology in the U.S., which is transforming today's AM and FM radio stations
to digital, enabling radically upgraded sound, crystal-clear reception and new
wireless data services. The company's investors include 15 of the nation's
top radio broadcasters, including ABC, Clear Channel and Viacom; leading
financial institutions, such as Grotech Capital Group, J.P. Morgan Partners,
New Venture Partners, Pequot Capital and J&W Seligman; and strategic partners
Ford Motor Company, Harris, Texas Instruments and Visteon. iBiquity, named
one of Deloitte's Fast 500 Companies, is a privately held with operations in
Columbia, MD, Detroit, MI, Belmont, CA and Warren, NJ. For more information
please visit: http://www.ibiquity.com.
SOURCE iBiquity Digital Corporation
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Related links:
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http://ces.cnet.com
CONTACT:
Gil Chorbajian of Ogilvy Public Relations,
+1-518-355-0966, gil.chorbajian@ogilvypr.com, for iBiquity
Digital Corporation; or Vicki Stearn of iBiquity Digital
Corporation, +1-410-872-1565, stearn@ibiquity.com
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