Latest Release of Accelerated Jeode(TM) Platform Also Provides Embedded
Tailoring Tools for EmbeddedJava(TM) Implementations
CHICAGO, March 1 /PRNewswire/ -- With the introduction today of the Jeode
platform, version 1.6, Insignia Solutions(R) (Nasdaq: INSGY) has delivered the
first Java virtual machine for the Microsoft Windows CE platform that enables
the Internet Explorer 4.0 (IE4) browser to execute Java applets. The Jeode
Embedded Virtual Machine(TM) (EVM(TM)) is integrated with the IE4 browser as a
plug-in compatible with the PersonalJava(TM) specification. Insignia will
show the Jeode platform at the Embedded Systems Conference this week at
Microsoft Corp's (Nasdaq: MSFT) booth number 303.
The latest version of the Jeode platform also supports a set of tools that
allow developers to tailor their EmbeddedJava implementations to the specific
requirements of their Internet appliances or embedded devices.
"We are impressed with Insignia's innovation and initiative in integrating
its Jeode platform with Internet Explorer 4.0 for Windows CE," said Don
Chouinard, Marketing Manager of Windows CE at Microsoft Corp. "This will give
Windows CE users the ability to launch and run Java applets using the native
Internet Explorer browser to which they are accustomed."
The Jeode Platform, version 1.6
The Jeode platform is Insignia's fully-compatible, accelerated
implementation of Sun Microsystems' (Nasdaq: SUNW) PersonalJava(TM) and
EmbeddedJava specifications tailored for Internet appliances and embedded
devices.
For EmbeddedJava(TM) technology developers, version 1.6 of the Jeode
platform provides a powerful suite of development, tuning and deployment tools
that enable OEMs and device manufacturers to tailor the Jeode Embedded Virtual
Machine(TM) (EVM(TM)) to meet their specific design criteria. "In this
fast-paced and competitive technology business, product differentiation is
always a critical success factor," said Ron Stein, senior product marketing
manager with Insignia Solutions. "We've worked closely with our customers to
provide a complete product solution that addresses their desire to determine
their own product requirements and tune the Jeode EVM accordingly. With the
Jeode platform, we empower our customers to shape, differentiate and deploy
their products on their own terms, not based on the constraints of enabling
technology."
"The new release of the Jeode application environment is a testament to
Insignia's commitment and expertise," said Curtis Sasaki, director, Consumer &
Embedded for Sun Microsystems. "We appreciate the very important role
Insignia is playing in speeding the deployment of Java technology in the
Internet appliance and embedded device markets."
Availability and Pricing
The Jeode platform, version 1.6, will be available in April direct from
Insignia Solutions. In addition, Windows CE implementations will be available
from BSQUARE (Nasdaq: BSQR) ( http://www.bsquare.com ), while Linux
configurations will be available from MontaVista Software
( http://www.mvista.com ) and Lineo, Inc. ( http://www.lineo.com ). Qualified
developers can receive a free limited-time evaluation license. Other
licensing packages include annual research, single project, multi-project, and
source code. For pricing or more information, call 800-848-7677 in the United
States, +44 (0) 1628 539 500 in Europe, and +81 3 5404 3440 in Japan; e-mail
jeode@insignia.com; or visit the company's website at
http://www.insignia.com .
The Market for Internet Appliances
Internet appliances include digital set-top boxes, webphones, smartphones,
wireless PDAs, Internet-enabled gaming devices, and automotive Internet access
devices. International Data Corporation (IDC) estimates that the number of
Internet appliance devices shipped will grow from 11 million in 1999 to more
than 89 million in 2004. In addition, IDC estimate that total revenue for the
Internet appliance market during this time period will grow from $2.4 billion
in 1999 to $17.8 billion by 2004, and that Internet access devices will
surpass consumer personal computers in shipments by 2002.
Many of these products will be Windows-powered. Some of the companies
that have announced that their products will be based on either Windows CE or
Embedded NT include AT&T, Boundless Technologies, Compaq Computer Corporation,
Hewlett-Packard, Harris Corporation, Honeywell, National Semiconductor,
Network Computing Devices, NTT Data Corporation, Siemens AG, Symbol
Technologies, Telxon Corporation, Total Control, Unisys and WebTV.
Insignia Solutions
Insignia Solutions is a leading provider of accelerated Java solutions
that dynamically optimize the use of available system resources. The Jeode
platform is Insignia's accelerated implementation of Sun Microsystems'
PersonalJava and EmbeddedJava specifications tailored for Internet appliances
and embedded devices. At the core of the Jeode platform is the
"Sun-Authorized Virtual Machine," the Jeode Embedded Virtual Machine (EVM),
a fast runtime engine that delivers an optimal balance of performance and
predictability in a smaller memory footprint. Using a proprietary technique
called adaptive dynamic compilation, the Jeode EVM can execute Java
applications on average six times faster than interpretive VMs.
The Jeode platform is designed to run with a wide range of operating
systems and target processors. It currently supports operating systems such
as Windows CE, Windows NT, Windows NT Embedded, VxWorks and Linux, and
processors such as MIPS, ARM, Intel x86, PowerPC and Hitachi SH.
Insignia Solutions is publicly-held with headquarters in Fremont,
California, and its main R&D facilities in High Wycombe, England. Sales and
marketing departments are located in Fremont and High Wycombe. For additional
information on Insignia and its products, call 800-848-7677 in the United
States, +44 (0)1628 539 500 in Europe, +81 3 5404 3440 in Japan or visit the
company's website at http://www.insignia.com .
Insignia and Insignia Solutions are registered trademarks and Jeode, EVM
and Embedded Virtual Machine are trademarks of Insignia Solutions, Inc. Sun,
Java, EmbeddedJava, and PersonalJava are trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc.
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Forward-Looking Statements
The statements in this press release relating to matters that are not
historical are forward-looking statements that involve risks and
uncertainties. These forward-looking statements include the anticipated
timing of product releases, the expected customer demand for existing and new
products, the expected revenue from product sales, the growth of the market
for the Company's products, and the market demand for Jeode. Actual results
could differ materially from those anticipated. There can be no assurance
that the Company will be able to market and support an Embedded Virtual
Machine (EVM) product or that such product will be accepted by customers. The
Company's business is subject to a variety of other risks and uncertainties
that include, but are not limited to, rapid technological changes in the
industry, increased competition, and timely introduction and customer
acceptance of the Company's products. These and other risks and uncertainties
are further described in the Company's Form 10-K for the year ended December
31, 1998 and will be described from time to time in the Company's other
filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
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Related links:
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CONTACT:
Gary M. Katz, Public Relations of Insignia
Solutions, 510-360-3820, or gary.katz@insignia.com, or general
information, Virginia Turner, analysts, Paul Levy, financial
media, C. Scott Marx, of The Financial Relations Board,
415-986-1591
NOTE TO EDITORS: See Insignia at Microsoft Booth #303 at the
Embedded Systems Conference
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