Re License Agreement
May 02 2003 - 6:00AM
UK Regulatory
RNS Number:6584K
Superscape Group PLC
02 May 2003
EMBARGOED UNTIL 10AM FRIDAY, 2 MAY 2003
SAVAJE LICENSES ARM SWERVE i3D CLIENT TO DELIVER INTERACTIVE 3D JAVA
APPLICATIONS ON MOBILE PHONES
CAMBRIDGE, UK - May 2, 2003 - ARM ((LSE: ARM); (Nasdaq: ARMHY)), the industry's
leading provider of 16/32 bit embedded RISC microprocessor solutions, today
announced that SavaJe Technologies, developers of a universal open JavaTM
applications platform and operating system (OS) for wireless devices, has
licensed the ARM(R) Swerve i3D Graphics Client to embed into the SavaJe
technology platform.
The ARM Swerve i3D Graphics Client, developed by ARM in collaboration with
interactive 3D technology enabling specialist Superscape plc (LSE: SPS),
generates and manages interactive 3D scenes on wireless handsets. The software
solution enables efficient download of compressed 3D applications to ARM
core-based wireless devices over 2.5G and 3G cellular networks.
"Delivering an innovative 3D experience on power-constrained mobile devices
presents a significant challenge for hardware and software developers," said
Mike Inglis, EVP, Marketing, ARM "Through our close co-operation with
Superscape, we have been able to develop the ARM Swerve i3D Graphics Client,
providing Partners like SavaJe with a compelling solution to meet these
challenges."
The SavaJe Java platform, developed for the next generation of smart phones,
comprises a rich set of Java APIs, including MIDP 2.0 and Personal Profile, and
an operator-customisable User Experience layer consisting of GUI and
applications written completely in Java. The SavaJe Operating System (OS)
provides a wireless environment utilizing the full capabilities and
functionality of Java technology. It is completely self-sufficient, requiring no
other kernel or OS.
"We are licensing the interactive 3D engine from ARM as a key component of our
rich Java platform for SmartPhones," said George Grey, president of SavaJe. "The
ARM Swerve i3D technology enables a new level for standards-based Java gaming
and user interface options, to turn mobile phones into next generation consumer
devices."
"SavaJe's selection of the ARM Swerve i3D Client, developed by Superscape,
further demonstrates the technology's penetration into this market," said Kevin
Roberts, CEO, Superscape plc.
Optimized for the ARM architecture, the SavaJe platform supports over-the-air
delivery of applications and all the related 'back-office' provisioning
requirements. It has been specifically designed to enable wireless operators and
OEMs to completely customize a user's mobile phone experience with branded
interfaces, services and applications. SavaJe is currently working with major
carriers and OEMs to deploy the SavaJe platform onto a number of multi-function
handsets.
About ARM
ARM is the industry's leading provider of 16/32-bit embedded RISC microprocessor
solutions. The company licenses its high-performance, low-cost, power-efficient
RISC processors, peripherals, and system-on-chip designs to leading
international electronics companies. ARM also provides comprehensive support
required in developing a complete system. ARM's microprocessor cores are rapidly
becoming a volume RISC standard in such markets as portable communications,
hand-held computing, multimedia digital consumer and embedded solutions. More
information on ARM is available at www.arm.com.
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