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GoVideo Plans to Integrate the AMD Alchemy Au1200 Processor in its Next Line of Portable Video Player

GoVideo is collaborating with AMD to integrate the AMD Alchemy Au1200 processor in its next line of portable video players (PVP). By selecting the low-power, high-performance Au1200 processor, GoVideo is positioning itself to be a leader in the burgeoning personal media player market by offering a mobile device that provides living-room quality entertainment for consumers on the go.

The Au1200 processor has been optimized for portable video players and enables a new generation of conveniences and features, including scalable DVD-quality displays, effortless video content transfers directly from digital video recorders, and long-lasting battery life so consumers can stay mobile longer.

The AMD Alchemy Au1200 processor will help enable GoVideo to deliver a PVP that provides consumers a simplified user experience and enhanced entertainment value. The Au1200 processor offers PVPs the ability to connect directly to digital video recorders (DVR) and transfer video content without the need to transcode the file through a personal computer, thus greatly reducing the time it takes to download and playback fresh video entertainment on a portable device. Once content is on the PVP, the Au1200 processor provides a best-in-class DVD-quality display that can be scaled directly to larger screens without compromising image quality. The Au1200 processor is designed to support industry-standard media formats, including MPEG2, MPEG4, WMV9, H.263 and DivX.

GoVideo PVPs based on the AMD Alchemy Au1200 processor are scheduled for availability in the second quarter of 2005. GoVideo will announce more details on the product's pricing, performance and features prior to its availability.

Source: press release

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