Next Generation Smart Remote(TM) Handheld Combines Enhanced Home Theater
Experience with Electronic Program Guide and Access to Internet Content and
Services
LAS VEGAS, Feb. 8 /PRNewswire/ -- Audiovox (Nasdaq: VOXX) and tvCompass
Inc., a leader in wireless home entertainment, today announced that they
have teamed together to deliver the next generation of intelligent TV
remote and home control devices. The new Audiovox product introduced at CES
2007 is based on tvCompass's Smart Remote(TM) technology, and mobile
content and services platform. Playing on the popularity of remote TV
controls in the home and the accelerated adoption of advanced HDTV systems,
the Smart Remote(TM) offers simple set up for consumers with the added
sophistication of broadband-Internet connectivity to deliver mobile-phone
style content and services.
The tvCompass Smart Remote(TM) platform is an integrated solution and
offers simple to use universal remote control functionality with color LCD
display, and WiFi connectivity to receive TV listings and one-click access
to popular content and information. tvCompass operates the click365(TM)
mobile content and services network to wirelessly deliver always-on, always
up-to- date services to the Smart Remote(TM).
"We are thrilled to be partnering with Audiovox," said Edward J. Zylka,
CEO of tvCompass. "Their vision of a connected home is consistent with our
strategy of providing a consumer with the benefits of wireless technology.
The use of WiFi for equipment setup un-tethers the consumer from their
personal computer which is typically used for a majority of home theater
remote control product installations. The Smart Remote(TM) sensibly
configures the home theater equipment in the room where it actually is
installed."
"Audiovox is committed to enhancing the experience of today's home
theater enthusiast," said Tom Malone, Senior Vice President, Sales and
Marketing at Audiovox. "By harnessing the potential of wireless
technology," Malone further stated, "This product is much more than a
remote control, it is an Internet access device. It allows the consumer to
access local weather, search a feature rich program guide, receive RSS news
feeds and much more even with the TV and computer off."
Availability
The new Terk product will be available at retailers in Summer 2007. It
will have an MSRP of $299.99.
For more information about other tvCompass offerings, visit
http://www.tvcompass.com or call 1-866-481-0699.
About Audiovox
Audiovox (Nasdaq: VOXX) is a recognized leader in the marketing of
automotive entertainment, vehicle security and consumer electronics
products. The company is number one in mobile video and places in the top
ten of almost every category that it sells. Among the lines marketed by AEC
are its mobile electronics products including mobile video systems, auto
sound systems including satellite radio, vehicle security, and consumer
electronics products such as portable DVD players, flat-panel TVs, extended
range two-way radios, multi media products like MP3 players, and home and
portable stereos. The company markets its products through an extensive
distribution network that includes power retailers, 12-volt specialists,
mass merchandisers and an OE sales group. The company markets products
under the Audiovox, Jensen, Acoustic Research, Advent, Code Alarm, Terk,
Vogel's and Prestige brands. For additional information, visit our web site
at http://www.audiovox.com .
About tvCompass
tvCompass Inc. is a global technology company with an innovative
approach to interactive entertainment, at home and on-the-go. tvCompass'
patented technology and multi-platform solutions enable people to
wirelessly interact with television and broadcast programming content
through popular handheld consumer devices. tvCompass provides networking,
hardware, software and content services designed to accelerate the adoption
of wireless interactive entertainment by consumers. tvCompass products are
enjoyed everyday by thousands of customers who are seeking to enhance their
TV viewing. As an original design manufacturer, the company licenses its
hardware and software technology and generates revenues from services
provided on both the mobile phone and Smart Remote platforms. For more
information, visit http://www.tvcompass.com .
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Related links:
http://www.tvcompass.com
http://www.audiovox.com
CONTACT:
Kaitlin Montgomery of tvCompass,
+1-888-522-5332
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