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Sun Microsystems Inc: Sun adds comprehensive video capabilities to
ubiquitous Java Platform with On2 Technologies
(M2 PressWIRE Via Acquire Media NewsEdge)
RDATE:08052008
SAN FRANCISCO, CA JAVAONE CONFERENCE --Sun Microsystems, Inc. (NASDAQ:
JAVA), today announced it has entered into a multi-year agreement with
On2 Technologies (AMEX: ONT) to add comprehensive video capabilities,
using On2 Technologies TrueMotion video codecs, to Sun's JavaFX, a
family of products for creating Rich Internet Applications (RIAs) with
immersive media and content across all the "screens of your life". For
more information on the JavaFX family of products visit
http://www.javafx.com and for details on On2 video technologies visit
http://www.on2.com.
Consumers are demanding a rich video experience across multiple screens
and this deal compliments the Java platform for RIAs by adding On2
Technologies TrueMotion codecs. Sun and On2 have come together to
deliver the essential technologies and services that are designed to
power compelling video applications. With JavaFX rich client
technology, the same high resolution video and media applications can
run across the billions of devices that use the Java platform --
browsers, desktops, mobile and embedded devices. The first availability
of On2 video codec for JavaFX software products is scheduled for the
fall of 2008.
"The JavaFX runtime environment is designed from the ground up to
support high fidelity media, empowering content authors to deliver
media-rich content and applications across all the screens of your
life. On2 shares Sun's vision of driving video convergence across
desktops and mobile devices and we look forward to working with On2 to
deliver this capability as part of the JavaFX family of products," said
Rich Green, executive vice president, Software at Sun.
"On2 is recognized as a world leader in video compression technologies.
Our codecs deliver the highest quality with less data, and enable
compelling video in products and services, from mobile devices to web,
VoIP, gaming, broadcast and more.
Because of the pervasiveness of Java technology, we are pleased that
Sun will be including TrueMotion as the video codec to key partners
across the digital media ecosystem," said Bill Joll, President and CEO
of On2 technologies.
The Java platform is the global standard that powers billions of
devices - from desktop browsers and computers (91 percent) to mobile
phones (more than two billion) and Blu-ray Disc players (13 million),
TVs (nine million) and other connected consumer products. Through
continual innovation, On2 satisfies the toughest quality, bandwidth,
and power requirements for video. The company's TrueMotion video codecs
dominate the video market, with more than two billion deployments on
desktops worldwide and more than 200+ million in mobile. The
combination of On2 TrueMotion video with the Java platform and JavaFX
rich client technology brings a whole new dimension to the immense
breadth of high fidelity media applications and devices.
About the JavaOne Conference
Now, in its 13th year, the annual JavaOne conference brings together a
global community of more than 15,000 developers, students, bloggers,
social media, Web 2.0 companies and blue-chip businesses along with
more than 135 exhibitors from 65 countries together to share the power
of Java technology.
This year's Conference theme "Java + You" captures the consumer and
developer perspectives and how they experience amazing,
consumer-centric Java technology. For consumers interested in
downloading the Java platform or learning more about how Java
technology impacts their lives, go to http://java.com, a consumer
focused site which boasts more than 20 million visitors per month. For
more information about the JavaOne conference, visit
http://java.sun.com/javaone.
About On2 Technologies, Inc.
On2 Technologies (AMEX: ONT) ensures a compelling video experience for
any video application anywhere. From low bit rate to high definition,
On2 provides optimized video compression technology enabling innovative
solutions for application developers, content and service providers,
chip vendors, device manufacturers, digital signage companies and
beyond.
On2 TrueMotion compression schemes are built to deliver the highest
video quality within any given data bandwidth.
Moreover, On2 video is designed for simple decode enabling optimal
playback at higher resolutions on systems with less powerful
processors. This also gives developers the overhead they need to
integrate more exciting user interfaces and functionality in their
applications.
Established in 1992 and headquartered in Tarrytown, New York, On2 has
offices and partners in Finland, Germany, UK, Japan, China, Taiwan,
Korea and India. Customers include Nokia, Samsung, Freescale, AMS,
Atmel, Adobe, AOL, Sony, Skype, Facebook, VideoEgg, Brightcove, Move
Networks and XM Satellite Radio. For more information please visit
http://www.on2.com.
About Sun Microsystems, Inc.
Sun Microsystems develops the technologies that power the global
marketplace. Guided by a singular vision -- "The Network is the
Computer" -- Sun drives network participation through shared
innovation, community development and open source leadership. Sun can
be found in more than 100 countries and on the Web at http://sun.com.
Sun, Sun Microsystems, the Sun logo, Java, JavaFX, JavaOne and The
Network Is The Computer are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun
Microsystems, Inc. in the United States and other countries.
CONTACT: Jacki DeCoster, Sun Microsystems, Inc
Tel: +1 415 294 4482
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