JBlend(TM) to be Demonstrated on Freescale 3G Platform with NVIDIA at 3GSM World Congress 2006

JBlend(TM) to be Demonstrated on Freescale 3G Platform with NVIDIA at 3GSM World Congress 2006

February 14, 2006

Visit Freescale Semiconductor Booth, #B37

    BARCELONA, Spain, Feb. 14 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- Aplix
Corporation (TSE: 3727) announced today that they are
collaborating on a platform to feature their JBlend(TM)
Java(TM) technology running on Freescale's ARM11 processor
with an optional NVIDIA graphics processing unit (GPU). 
These chipsets, when combined with the JBlend platform,
result in a leading-edge demonstration, showcasing the
depth and breadth of Java on mobile devices.

    At the heart of the demonstration is Freescale's
i.MX31L multimedia applications processor.  The i.MX31L
features an ARM11(TM) processor core, designed to deliver
high fidelity audio, as well as video playback, capture and
conferencing for a stunning multimedia experience.  The
NVIDIA(R) GoForce(R) 5500 handheld graphics processing unit
(GPU) compliments the i.MX31L multimedia capabilities
maximizing the user experience for graphical Java
applications, such as those using the Mobile 3D API
(JSR-184).  The ARM11 processor core is also at the heart
of the Freescale's Mobile eXtreme Convergence MXC300-30 3G
platform.

    "Our customers have come to know Aplix as the
worldwide leader for Java on mobile phones," said
Wesley Kuo, President and Chief Strategy Officer of Aplix
Corporation.  "Aplix continues this trend by
constantly supporting new processor technologies, as
highlighted in this exciting demonstration.  We are very
encouraged by our recent cooperation with Freescale and
NVIDIA.  Our partnerships with Freescale and NVIDIA enable
us to integrate the leading features of JBlend with their
offerings."

    "Consumers demand Java-driven applications on
their mobile phones," said Brandon Tolany, operations
manager of the multimedia applications division for
Freescale Semiconductor.  "Given our market leading
family of i.MX applications processors, 3G platforms and
revolutionary MXC architecture, coupled with the expertise
and portfolio of Aplix and NVIDIA, this collaborative
demonstration provides the solutions manufacturers need to
deliver true multimedia-enabled handsets."

    "The combination of Freescale's i.MX processor and
the NVIDIA GoForce 5500 handheld GPU provides the ultimate
3D performance platform for the Aplix JBlend Java
solution," said Michael Rayfield, general manager of
handheld GPUs at NVIDIA.  "In addition, NVIDIA's close
collaboration with Aplix ensures that content is fully
optimized to take advantage of hardware acceleration for a
compelling and immersive user experience."

    The 3GSM World Congress 2006 will be held from February
13 - 17 in Barcelona, Spain.

    The demonstration will be in Freescale's stand, located
at B37.

    About Aplix Corporation

    Aplix Corporation is the global leader in deploying
Java technology in mobile phones.  Aplix was first
established in 1986 and has been a Sun Java licensee since
1996.  Aplix was publicly listed on the Tokyo Stock
Exchange (Mothers) in 2003.  On August 24, 2004 Aplix and
the Taiwan based company iaSolution finalized the
integration of the corporations. 

    Headquarters: Tokyo

    Regional offices: San Francisco, Munich, Taipei,
Shanghai, Beijing, and Korea (in progress)

    For more information, please visit:
http://www.aplixcorp.com and http://www.iasolution.net .

    About the JBlend Platform

    The JBlend platform is the de facto solution for
running Java applications and services in consumer
electronics devices, including mobile phones.  The platform
has been licensed by over 50 companies as of December 2005.

    JBlend technology:

    -- Sets the pace by maintaining market leadership
through innovation. 

    -- Has proven results, enabling first-to-market
deliveries for our customers. 

    -- Over 150 million mobile phones and consumer
electronics devices have been 
       shipped with JBlend as of September 2005.

    About NVIDIA Corporation 

    NVIDIA Corporation is the worldwide leader in
programmable graphics processor technologies.  The Company
creates innovative, industry-changing products for
computing, consumer electronics, and mobile devices. 
NVIDIA is headquartered in Santa Clara, CA and has offices
throughout Asia, Europe, and the Americas.  For more
information, visit http://www.nvidia.com .
 
     -- JBlend and all related trademarks thereto are
trademarks or registered 
        trademarks of Aplix Corporation in Japan and other
countries.

     -- Java and all other Java-based marks are trademarks
or registered 
        trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the United
States and other 
        countries.

     -- All other product or service names are the property
of their 
        respective owners.

    For more information, please contact:

     Akiko Sharp Doi,
     Aplix Corporation
     Tel:   [phone]
     Email: [e-mail]
     Web:   http://www.aplixcorp.com

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