HI's 3D User Interface to be Embedded into Dopod's Windows Mobile(TM) Handset

HI's 3D User Interface to be Embedded into Dopod's Windows Mobile(TM) Handset

June 14, 2006

    TOKYO, June 14 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- HI CORPORATION
(Headquarter: Meguro-ku, Tokyo; president and CEO: Kazuo
Kawabata hereinafter "HI") announced today that
the company has executed a license agreement with Dopod
International Corporation (hereinafter "Dopod")
to provide HI's 3D graphics engine MascotCapsule(R) and
3DMenu, which is an user interface framework.

    Under the agreement, HI's MascotCapsule(R) and 3DMenu
will first be embedded in the Dopod S300, the slimmest and
lightest deluxe clamshell smartphone running Windows Mobile
5.0 in the market today.  The Dopod S300 is currently
available in Taiwan and in Southeast Asia.

    HI's 3DMenu uses cutting edge 3D graphics technology
without detracting from the multi-functionality of the
Windows Mobile(TM) operating system.  It will deliver an
innovative and simple interface which has been fully
customized to Dopod's target users.   

    "Dopod is a popular brand of Windows Mobile(TM)
handsets in Asia, and we expect that this agreement will
contribute to increasing Dopod's market share and to
growing the demand for MascotCapsule(R) and 3DMenu,"
said Kazuo Kawabata, HI's president and CEO.

    "We are proud to be the first to introduce the
Dopod S300, this innovative take on mobility to Asia,"
said Jack Tong, CEO of Dopod International Corp.  "The
Dopod S300 is the perfect blend of form and function, and
exudes an irresistible appeal to discerning mobile users
who value advanced design, a svelte form factor and
excellent features.  Cutting-edge 3D user interface plays a
key role in providing advanced products that meet the high
demands of consumers."

    * MascotCapsule(R) is a registered trademark of HI
CORPORATION in Japan.

    * The names of other products and companies mentioned
herein may be 
      trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective owners.

    About Dopod International Corporation 

    Dopod International Corporation is a leading mobile
communications company that integrates mobile communication
with information system technologies.  Dopod products are
catered to the modern, 'connected-everywhere' lifestyle
user.  The company combines outstanding product design and
excellent functional qualities that promote convenient
access to up-to-the-minute information.  Founded in 2004,
Dopod has established a presence as a premier
communications company throughout Asia.

    About HI CORPORATION

    Corporate website: 
http://www.hicorp.co.jp/e_index.html 

    For more information, please contact:

     Mitsutaka Monma,
     Marketing Division/Public Relations, 
     HI CORPORATION
     Meguro Higashiyama Bldg. 5th Floor, 1-4-4 Higashiyama,
Meguro-ku, 
     Tokyo, Japan 153-0043
     Tel:   [phone]
     Email: [e-mail]

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