TECHNICOLOR Collaborates with Qualcomm Technologies to Bring New Television Experiences to the Living Room
12 September 2013 - 9:41AM
(IBC), September 12th, 2013 - Technicolor (Euronext Paris : TCH), a
worldwide technology leader in the media and entertainment sector, and Qualcomm
Technologies, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ:
QCOM), have collaborated to produce a new set-top box, known as SVELTE
(Stimulating Video Experience over LTE), featuring LTE technology, terrestrial
broadcast and Android OS. A unique combination of the skills offered by
entertainment leader, Technicolor, and the mobile expertise of Qualcomm
Technologies, the new SVELTE portable media center will feature the Qualcomm®
Snapdragon(TM) 600 processor to provide novel user experiences to television
sets, which includes seamless connectivity, rich TV viewing experiences and
console-quality gaming.
Materializing LTE as a service and delivering true 3play over the cellular
network, the SVELTE portable media center will empower new and improved
experiences in the living room, redefining the "Smart TV" concept by enabling a
hub for entertainment with optimal platform performance and compelling ways to
watch, play and interact. SVELTE's LTE module allows for unicast content to
complement broadcast content.
"We are delighted to be at the forefront of service delivery over LTE, bringing
the snappiness of portable devices onto the TV screen is opening exciting new
doors" said Michel Rahier, president of Connected Home, Technicolor. "Thanks to
the Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, Technicolor had the opportunity to swiftly
integrate its core set-top box software assets into high quality Android
deliveries, reducing the time to market while focusing on the 10 foot screen
experience."
"Working with an entertainment leader like Technicolor has been a great and
rewarding experience," said Raj Talluri, senior vice president of product
management, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. "This collaboration is a great way to
demonstrate Technicolor's leadership in media and broadcast, as well as our
technical leadership in connectivity and advanced media processors to deliver
smarter and more connected experiences with the TV. We look forward to
continuing our collaboration with Technicolor and working toward our aligned
goals."
Qualcomm Technologies' broad portfolio of Snapdragon chipsets feature industry-
leading LTE multiband support designed for seamless connections to some of the
fastest networks around the globe, which provides users the ability to download
and share large files, as well as stream rich HD content. The Qualcomm
Snapdragon 600 processor's leading graphics and rich multimedia capabilities
deliver exceptional performance for the latest apps, games and advanced user
interfaces.
About Technicolor
Technicolor, a worldwide technology leader in the media and entertainment
sector, is at the forefront of digital innovation. Our world class research and
innovation laboratories enable us to lead the market in delivering advanced
video services to content creators and distributors. We also benefit from an
extensive intellectual property portfolio focused on imaging and sound
technologies, based on a thriving licensing business. Our commitment: supporting
the delivery of exciting new experiences for consumers in theaters, homes and
on-the-go.
Euronext Paris: TCH · www.technicolor.com
About Qualcomm Incorporated
Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM) is the world leader in 3G, 4G and next-
generation wireless technologies. Qualcomm Incorporated includes Qualcomm's
licensing business, QTL, and the vast majority of its patent portfolio. Qualcomm
Technologies, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated,
operates, along with its subsidiaries, substantially all of Qualcomm's
engineering, research and development functions, and substantially all of its
products and services businesses, including its semiconductor business, QCT. For
more than 25 years, Qualcomm ideas and inventions have driven the evolution of
digital communications, linking people everywhere more closely to information,
entertainment and each other. For more information, visit Qualcomm's website,
OnQ blog, Twitter and Facebook pages.
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Technicolor Contacts:
Press contacts: +33 1 41 86 53 93
technicolorpressoffice@technicolor.com
Investor relations: +33 1 41 86 55 95
investor.relations@technicolor.com
Qualcomm Contacts:
Corporate Communications
Tina Asmar, 1-858-845-5959
Email: corpcomm@qualcomm.com
Investor Relations
Warren Kneeshaw, 1-858-658-4813
Email: ir@qualcomm.com
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