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XStreamHD™ Has Taken a License for Audio Processing Technology from ARC International

CEVA’s Advanced Enterprise Serial ATA IP interface enables XStreamHD process up to four full HD video streams simultaneously from disk

SAN JOSE, Calif., and ST. ALBANS, England, October 1, 2008 – ARC International (LSE: ARK), a leading provider of consumer intellectual property (IP) to OEM and semiconductor companies, today announced that XStreamHD has taken a license for ARC’s audio processing technology. XStreamHD has selected ARC audio processing technology for decoding of Dolby® Digital Plus for XStreamHD’s ultimate home entertainment system which delivers Full HD (1080p) video and studio quality audio directly to the home via satellite.

The XStreamHD solution enables consumers to build unparalleled in-home entertainment networks and enjoy Premium HD content; including 1080p movies, lossless music, electronic games and HDTV anywhere in the home. XStreamHD’s whole home HD entertainment solution includes the revolutionary XStreamHD Media Server that networks with multiple DLNA® compatible devices including the compact XStreamHD Media Receiver, TV, PC and game consoles.

IMS Research analysts forecast the worldwide market for HDTV to grow to nearly 148 million HDTV households by 2011, with nearly 41 percent of those households receiving HDTV programming via satellite. With XStreamHD consumers can select and enjoy Premium HD content from their Virtual Personal Library on their schedule. “We are very excited to work with XStreamHD as they roll-out sea change technology that taps into consumer demand for easily accessible Premium HD,” said Carl Schlachte, ARC’s president and CEO.

“ARC’s audio processing technology was an essential building block in the development of our SOC’s,” said XStreamHD founder and CEO George Gonzalez. “Our unique transport network is capable of delivering Full HD (1080p) video and up to 7.1 channels of lossless audio directly to the home via satellite to offer consumers a superior entertainment experience. We have carefully selected every component to build our revolutionary whole home entertainment solution.”

“XStreamHD is a great example of how ARC helps our customers maximize their success by accommodating fast moving market changes,” said Schlachte. “Furthermore, our engagement with XStreamHD provides an example of how we enable our customers to develop disruptive technology through a combination of our multimedia IP and software.”

About ARC International plc
ARC International is a world leading provider of consumer IP to OEM and semiconductor companies globally. ARC’s award-winning, vertically integrated audio and video solutions enable high quality multimedia content to be captured, shared, and played on a wide range of electronics devices. ARC’s 140+ customers collectively ship hundreds of millions of ARC-Based™ chips annually in products such as Mobile TVs, Portable Media Players, WiFi-/WiMAX-enabled computers, flash storage, digital cameras, network appliances, and medical and government systems.

ARC International maintains a worldwide presence with corporate and research and development offices in San Jose and Lake Tahoe, Calif., St. Albans, England, and St. Petersburg, Russia. For more information, visit HYPERLINK "http://www.arc.com" www.ARC.com. ARC International is listed on the London Stock Exchange as ARC International plc (LSE: ARK).

ARC, ARC-Based, the ARC logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of ARC International. All other brands or product names contained herein are the property of their respective owners. This press release may contain certain "forward-looking statements" that involve risks and uncertainties, including the development, implementation, and release of features described herein. These are at the sole discretion of ARC International. Licenses from 3rd parties for certain software and essential patents may be required depending on licensee's use/implementation. For other factors that could cause actual results to differ, visit the company’s Website as well as the listing particulars filed with the United Kingdom Listing Authority and the Registrar of Companies in England and Wales.

 

Press Contact:
Brigette Polmar
XStreamHD
703-852-1346
bpolmar@xstreamhd.com

 

Media Contact:
Jonah McLeod
ARC International
+1 408 437 3477
Jonah.Mcleod@arc.com

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About XStreamHD

XStreamHD is leading the HD revolution, setting a new standard for the delivery and distribution of Full HD entertainment throughout the home.  XStreamHD will provide the first-ever transport network to deliver high-definition movies and music directly to the home via satellite -  offering Full HD (1080p) video and up to 7.1 channels of lossless audio.  With XStreamHD, consumers can build a customized, unique, and unparalleled in-home entertainment network and enjoy the content they want most -including movies, music, electronic games, broadcast HDTV, and more - when it’s most convenient, anywhere in the home, and at the quality today’s home theaters were  designed to support.  XStreamHD is based in McLean, Virginia.  For more information, visit www.XStreamHD.com.


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For media briefings, product demos, and reviews, please contact Brigette Polmar, Director, Public Relations, bpolmar@XStreamHD.com, 703-852-1346.


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Recent Press Releases

10.01.08 - XStreamHD™ Has Taken a License for Audio Processing Technology from ARC International

06.16.08 - XStreamHD™ Licenses and Deploys CEVA Enterprise SATA IP in XStreamHD HD Media Server

05.15.08 - XStreamHD™ Announces New Additions to Executive Team

01.08.08 - XStreamHDUnveils First-Ever Transport Network To Deliver
High-Definition Movies, Music, and More Directly to the Home at CES 2008

01.07.08 – XStreamHD™ Announces Strategic Partnerships

1 1.13.07 – XStreamHD™ Revolutionizes the Delivery of Full HD to the Home



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Recent Media Coverage

 



U.S. News - February 20, 2008

7 Reasons to Forget Blu-ray
http://www.usnews.com/blogs/daves-download/2008/02/20/7-reasons-to-forget-blu-ray.html




Engadget - January 9, 2008

XStreamHD unveiled press conference, live
http://www.engadget.com/2008/01/08/XStreamHD-unveiled-press-conference-live/



PC Magazine - January 8, 2008

XStreamHD: The New Voom or the Next Netix?
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2704,2246987,00.asp



XStreamHD on YouTube

http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=XStreamHD



CNET - January 8, 2008

XStreamHD beams 1080p HD video and DTS-HD Master Audio into your living room
http://ces.cnet.com/8301-13855_1-9844779-67.html?tag=bl



Forbes.com XStreamHD Delivers

http://www.forbes.com/video/?video=fvn/tech/er_estreamhd011008



TWICE On The Scene: At CES With XStreamHD

http://www.twice.com/flashVideo/element_id/2140141625/taxid/31795.html



TWICE - January 8, 2008

XStreamHD Promises HD From The Heavens
http://www.twice.com/article/CA6518207.html



GIZMODO

Michael Douglas Touts XStreamHD 1080p Digital Download Service
http://gizmodo.com/342422/michael-douglas-touts-XStreamHD-1080p-digital-download-service-pricing-announced


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Additional Coverage




EngadgetHD – 11/28/07

Engadget HD Podcast 059
http://www.engadgethd.com/2007/11/28/engadget-hd-podcast-059-11-28-2007



The Washington Post – 11/26/07
One Man’s Vision to Bridge the Gap Between High-Def and Programming
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/11/25/AR2007112501301.html



GetMash Blog – 11/26/07
One Man’s Vision to Bridge the Gap Between High-Def and Programming
http://computer.getmash.net/2007/11/26/one-mans-vision-to-bridge-the-gap-between-high-def-and-programming



Remove the Labels – 11/22/07

XStreamHD Launches HD Home Satellite
http://www.removethelabels.com/?p=11379



Tech Journal South – 11/21/07
XStreamHD™ Revolutionizes the Delivery of Full HD to the Home
http://www.techjournalsouth.com/news/article.html?item_id=4318



Broadband Reports – 11/21/07
XStreamHD Launches HD Home Satellite
http://www.dslreports.com/shownews/XStreamHD-Launches-HD-Home-Satellite-89655



HDTV Origin – 11/19/07
XStreamHD to Deliver 1080p to your Home
http://www.hdtvorigin.com/hdtv/XStreamHD-full-hdtv-to-your-home/



16Spots.com – 11/19/07
XStreamHD: Full HDTV to Your Home
http://16spots.cn/?p=622



EngadgetHD – 11/19/07
XStreamHD to deliver 1080p to your home
http://www.engadgethd.com/2007/11/19/XStreamHD-to-deliver-1080p-to-your-home/



MultiChannel News – 11/19/07
Startup Eyes Skies for High-End HD On-Demand
http://www.multichannel.com/article/CA6501631.html




AfterDawn.com – 11/17/07

XStreamHD Improves Delivery of Full HD to Your Home
http://www.afterdawn.com/news/archive/11874.cfm



WesleyTech.com – 11/16/07
New satellite service provides 1080p direct to your home
http://wesleytech.com/new-satellite-service-provides-1080p-direct-to-your-home/445/



TMCNet.com – 11/13/07
XStreamHD to Deliver 1080p to your Home
http://www.tmcnet.com/usubmit/2007/11/13/3090529.htm



Home Media Magazine – 11/16/07
XStreamHD Launches Company, New HD Technology
http://www.homemediamagazine.com/news/html/breaking_article.cfm?sec_id=2&&article_ID=11564




InfoSync World – 11/15/07

New company to unveil satellite technology allowing Full HD video and lossless 7.1 digital audio at CES 2008
http://www.infosyncworld.com/news/n/8577.html




TV Technology – 11/14/07

XStreamHD to Deliver 1080p to your Home
http://www.tvtechnology.com/pages/s.0114/t.9663.html




Yahoo! Biz – 11/13/07

XStreamHD™ Revolutionizes the Delivery of Full HD to the Home
http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/071113/20071113005927.html?.v=1



Wide Screen Review – 11/13/07
XStreamHD™ Revolutionizes the Delivery of Full HD to the Home
http://www.widescreenreview.com/news_detail.php?id=14717



Transmitter News – 11/13/07
XStreamHD™ Revolutionizes the Delivery of Full HD to the Home
http://www.transmitternews.com/NewsWire/111307newsletter.cfm


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