DivX creates, distributes and licenses digital video technologies that span the "three screens" comprising today's consumer media environment - the PC, television and mobile devices. DivX® software tools include DivX Plus Player, DivX Plus Web Player, DivX Plus Codec Pack, DivX Plus Converter and DivX Author. These software tools for the Windows and Mac platforms allow anyone to convert and enjoy high-quality DivX® and DivX Plus™ video for playback on a range of DivX Certified® devices. Source: DivX

San Diego, CA, USA - October 26, 2010

DivX Announces First Digital TV Chip with DivX Plus™ HD Certification from Market Leader MStar

DivX™, a division of Sonic Solutions™ (NASDAQ: SNIC), today announced the DivX Plus™ HD Certification of the latest range of MStar Semiconductor digital TVs (DTVs) chips.

This is the first MStar DTV chip certified to power DivX Plus HD video based on H.264 technology and using the MKV container, which maximizes digital media playback for high definition video files and Hollywood movies.

Over 300 million DivX devices have shipped into the market worldwide from leading consumer electronics manufacturers. Source: DivX

DivX Plus HD Certification is the premium level of certification available from DivX, optimized for consumer electronics products and supporting the playback of all content created with DivX software.

DivX also offers content providers and publishers a complete solution for the distribution of secure, high-quality digital video content. Source: DivX

Available at www.divx.com, the newly released DivX Plus software allows users to create and playback H.264 video in an .mkv file container.

DivX® content distribution systems allow content creators, from large studios to small independent artists, to use DivX® technology to distribute and sell their content over the Internet. Source: DivX

Certified devices will playback all previous versions of DivX video, premium Hollywood content in the DivX format, and DivX Plus HD video files with the .mkv file extension and AAC audio that were created with third-party tools.

Source: DivX

Known for great performance, visual quality, and interoperability on any DivX Certified™ device, DivX provides consumers with a comprehensive digital media solution that supports the majority of high-quality Internet video on their TVs or other consumer electronics devices.

Source: DivX

In addition, DivX also supports the secure playback of major Hollywood titles from major studios and many online movie download sites now distribute Hollywood content worldwide in the DivX format.

Source: DivX

"MStar's adoption of DivX Plus HD technology will enable strong adoption in digital TV products," said Matt Milne, General Manager and Executive Vice President, DivX.
"This DTV chip is an important milestone for the DivX Plus HD program and an exciting step towards deployment in a new range of consumer electronics devices."

Source: DivX

Products that bear the DivX Certified logo have undergone a rigorous testing program to ensure a high-quality DivX media experience, including reliable video creation and playback, interoperability with other DivX Certified devices and the visual quality users expect from DivX.

Source: DivX

DivX creates, distributes and licenses digital video technologies that span the "three screens" comprising today's consumer media environment - the PC, television and mobile devices.

Source: DivX

Over 300 million DivX devices have shipped into the market worldwide from leading consumer electronics manufacturers.

DivX also offers content providers and publishers a complete solution for the distribution of secure, high-quality digital video content.

Source: DivX

Driven by a globally recognized brand and a passionate community of hundreds of millions of consumers, DivX is simplifying the video experience to enable the digital home.

For more information about DivX video, visit

www.divx.com  



About Sonic Solutions


Sonic Solutions® (NASDAQ: SNIC) enables digital media from Hollywood to Home.

For more than a decade, Sonic products, service, and technology brands including Roxio®, RoxioNow™, DivX®, and MainConcept, have fueled home entertainment, powered rich digital media functionality on a range of platforms for a variety of partners, and inspired unique personal media experiences for hundreds of millions of consumers.

Sonic technologies are now combining to deliver a universal platform for Hollywood Studios, retailers, consumer electronics manufacturers, and PC OEMs that provides consumers instant access to premium entertainment from virtually anywhere.

Sonic Solutions is headquartered in Marin County, California.

Learn more at
www.sonic.com  


Sonic Solutions Fast Facts


Founded
1986

Stock Symbol
NASDAQ: SNIC

Head office
Marin County, California


Major Acquisitions


• DivX / MainConcept (2010)

• CinemaNow (2008)

• Simple Star (2008)

• Roxio Software Division (2004)

• InterActual (2004)

• VERITAS' Desktop and Mobile Division (2003)


Headquarters

7250 Redwood Blvd
Suite 300 Novato CA 94945
Tel: 415-893-8000
Fax: 415-893-8008


Press Contact

Tom Huntington
+1 858-882-0672
thuntington@divxcorp.com

http://www.sonic.com/enu/company/default.html



About DivX


DivX, LLC, a division of Sonic Solutions, enables consumers to enjoy a high-quality video experience across any kind of device.

We create, distribute and license digital video technologies that span the "three screens" comprising today's consumer media environment - the PC, the television and mobile devices.

Over 300 million DivX devices have shipped into the market from leading consumer electronics manufacturers.
We also offer content providers and publishers a complete solution for the distribution of secure, high-quality digital video content.

Driven by a globally recognized brand and a passionate community of hundreds of millions of consumers, DivX is simplifying the video experience to enable the digital home.


DivX Corporate Fact Sheet


DivX, Inc. (NASDAQ: DIVX) is a leading global digital media company.

Headquartered in San Diego, California, DivX, Inc. develops technologies and services that enable people to create, share and experience high-quality video on the computer, in the living room and on-the-go.


Our Mission


DivX® powers a seamless, high-quality digital media experience on any device.

Responding to the voice of the consumer, we develop open, interoperable technologies and drive adoption by the world’s leading hardware, software and content companies.


Key Facts


• DivX® is a registered trademark of DivX, Inc.

• DivX® is a digital media format

• DivX® software enables the playback and creation of high definition H.264 video in an MKV file container

• DivX® licenses its technology to content creators and provides an online video-on-demand system for content distributors

• DivX® offers certification programs for software and hardware products that support DivX® video creation and playback

• DivX, Inc. was incorporated in May 2000 and completed its IPO in September 2006

• In November 2007, DivX, Inc. acquired MainConcept, a leading provider of H.264 video technology

• In late 2008, DivX, Inc. launched its newest certification program for devices that play DivX Plus™ HD (H.264-based) video

• In August 2009, DivX, Inc. acquired AnySource Media, the creator of the on-demand Internet television platform

• DivX TV was announced in January 2010, bringing Internet media to the TV in an embedded platform

• Lionsgate, Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures Home Entertainment, Starz Media’s Overture Films and Warner Bros. Digital Distribution have approved distribution of their content by retailers using the DivX® format

• Hollywood content in the DivX® format is available online from CinemaNow (US), Film Fresh (US), Warner Video Live (France), FilmOn.com (UK) and Play4Film (Worldwide)


Key Figures


• Employees: ~350

• Offices in: 7 countries

• DivX downloads: 100+ million in 2009

• 1.8 billion player and web player launches in 2009

• 12 million average unique web site visitors/month

• OEM, retail, ODM and IC licensees: 250+

• DivX devices shipped worldwide: 300+ million

• Trademark registrations: 85

• 2009 total revenue: US $70.6 million


Technologies and Solutions


DivX® technologies and services deliver a seamless, high-quality media experience across a range of interoperable video devices and platforms.

These include PC software for the creation and playback of DivX® video, as well as DivX Certified® consumer electronics devices that deliver high-quality video at home or onthe-go.

The newest offering from DivX® is DivX TV, an embedded solution to power a streaming Internet TV experience on DivX Certified® devices.


Certification


DivX Certified® Programs ensure quality and interoperability standards for devices that support DivX® video.

Simply put, when a user sees the DivX® logo on a hardware device, they can rest assured that the device will play their DivX® videos.


Software


DivX® software tools include DivX Plus Player, DivX Plus Web Player, DivX Plus Codec Pack, DivX Plus Converter and DivX Author.

These software tools for the Windows and Mac platforms allow anyone to convert and enjoy high-quality DivX® and DivX Plus™ video for playback on a range of DivX Certified® devices.


Content Solutions


DivX® content distribution systems allow content creators, from large studios to small independent artists, to use DivX® technology to distribute and sell their content over the Internet.


Our Team


• Kevin Hell (Chief Executive Officer)

• Dan Halvorson (Chief Financial Officer & Executive VP, Operations)

• David Richter (Executive VP, Business & Legal Affairs and General Counsel)

• Matt Milne (Executive VP, Sales & Marketing)


Contact Information

4780 Eastgate Mall
San Diego, CA 92121 (USA)

www.divx.com  

Phone: +1.858.882.0600
Fax: +1.858.882.0601

Information for Press
www.divx.com/company/press/
pr@divx.com

Information for Investors
investors.divx.com
ir@divx.com


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