Movial Announces Linux Support For Mobile Internet Devices

HELSINKI, Finland — Sept. 18, 2007 Movial today announced Linux support for Intel-based Mobile Internet devices (MIDs). The company already supports these devices with converged IP communications capabilities, such as video telephony, presence, instant messaging and video sharing, through its software platform, Communicator.

“We are delighted to support Intel’s mobile Internet devices to help generate a highly unique and compelling user experience for Intel customers,” said Tomi Rauste, president of Movial Creative Technologies. “With Movial’s white-label Application Suite, device manufacturers can quickly and easily create new products, while differentiating devices with our highly-desirable, custom-developed user interfaces.”

A pioneer in mobile Linux-based solutions, Movial harnesses its extensive understanding of mobile user behavior to design personalized user experiences, from device concept and user interface design, to systems integration, third-party application integration, and product maintenance and support. The company’s rich and robust Application Suite is available as a white label service to device companies and operators worldwide. Device companies rely on Movial’s creative and custom consulting services to help increase ROI, and streamline and speed product development utilizing open Linux platforms and ready-to-use applications.

"The Mobile Internet devices space is an exciting, emerging category, and offers significant growth opportunities for innovative players in the industry,” said Pankaj Kedia, director of global ecosystem programs in the Ultra Mobility Group at Intel. “Intel’s low power processors and chipsets, combined with software solutions from Movial, will enable our customers to deliver products with simplified user experiences.”

About Movial Corporation

Movial delivers proven software and services for the IP communications market. User experiences created by Movial have been recognized globally by customers like Nokia, HP, Orange and Telefónica. Headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, Movial was founded in 2001 and employs more than 100 employees. For more information, please visit http://www.movial.fi.

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