Helius And Internet Connectivity Group Announce 3G Cellular Connected Digital Signage
Offering Opens Broad New Markets for IP Video Applications
LINDON, Utah, and LAKE FOREST, Calif. -- September 26, 2006 -- Helius, Inc., the worldwide leader in business class IP video solutions, and Internet Connectivity Group (ICG) today joined forces to deliver Cellular Connected Digital Signage solutions based on the Helius MediaGate router and ICG’s Top Global USA MobileBridge 3G (Third Generation) wireless router products using Sprint’s (NYSE: S) nationwide Power VisionSM network. This partnership will bring digital connectivity to the IP video industry and enable faster deployment of applications such as digital signage and distance learning.
As digital signage becomes an increasingly common marketing tool for retailers, restaurant operators and mall owners, the ability to install digital signage screens without any hard-wired network connectivity is an important advantage that ICG’s cellular products can deliver. Corporate distance learning via training videos distributed from one location to many others across the organization also benefits from the flexibility of wireless cellular installation.
Using the Helius MediaGate routers to process and store video and ICG’s 3G cellular hardware running on the Sprint Power VisionSM network provides these businesses the power to inexpensively deliver IP video content where and when they want it.
“The ICG products are a great fit and expand connectivity options for our customers,” said Kim Clark, CTO of Helius, Inc. “By combining the flexibility of cellular connections with Helius’ sophisticated IP video hardware and software, our customers can quickly and inexpensively install top quality IP video systems anywhere there is a cell signal.”
The 3G connectivity solutions enable Digital Signage and Distance Learning applications to be deployed in remote locations where wired Internet connectivity is unavailable or expensive. By eliminating the need for extended cabling, 3G cellular can both speed up and simplify the installation of IP video solutions.
“Sprint is delighted to support this new and innovative deployment of 3G technologies,” said John Muscarella, director – business solutions partners, Sprint. “Video delivery for applications like digital signage continue to push the boundaries of new business for us.”
In addition to providing network connectivity for applications like Digital Signage and Distance Learning, ICG’s Top Global USA MobileBridge hardware offers WiFi hot spot services. This affords service and retail business customers increased productivity through WiFi connectivity.
“We are very pleased to partner with Helius and extend the delivery of applications such as digital signage,” said Kurtis Van Horn, President of Internet Connectivity Group. “By coupling the innovative Helius IP video technologies and the MobileBridge product line we are able to extend cutting-edge media applications to the global marketplace.”
Helius will be showcasing these combined products at the Helius Partner Summit, October 3-4, 2006 at the Provo, Utah, Marriott Hotel.
About Helius Inc.
Helius provides leading business class data broadcasting solutions through the simple secure and reliable delivery of broadband IP over satellites and local area networks. Helius products serve as the communications bridge between satellite transmission and terrestrial integration of business-critical data. This reliable and secure integration gives organizations the ability to implement new high bandwidth applications such as digital signage, distance learning, and corporate communications. Helius is a privately held company based in Lindon, Utah. For more information, visit http://www.helius.com or call (801) 764-9020.
About Internet Connectivity Group, Inc.
Internet Connectivity Group (I.C.G.) offers innovative solutions that are ideal for the thousands of mobile work teams who need portable access to the internet along with mobile networking capabilities. This coupled with landline replacement, landline back-up, portable networks, vehicle data connectivity, remote security/surveillance, and other machine-to-machine applications prove that we are on the cutting edge of wireless connectivity.
I.C.G. is a privately held California Corporation headquartered in Lake Forest, California. For more information, please visit http://www.internetconnectivitygroup.com or call 888.849.4207.
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