MediaTek Integrates RoxioNow Into Blu-ray and HDTV Chipsets

Sonic Solutions announced the availability of the RoxioNow entertainment platform on MediaTek’s Blu-ray Disc (BD) System-on-Chip (SoC) and HDTV solutions.

According to the statement, the integration will enable consumers to instantly stream a broad catalog of digital entertainment on next-generation devices from a range of manufacturers (pending final device review by content providers).

“Digitally delivered entertainment has become a must-have feature for connected devices,” said Minto Yu, spokesperson of MediaTek. “With integrated support for services powered by RoxioNow, our BD as well as HDTV solutions combine the best in high-definition picture and audio enjoyment with a vast library of entertainment delivered instantly via the web.”

“Our collaboration with MediaTek, a technology leader and major CE industry supplier, provides us with a tremendous opportunity to further expand our footprint on mobile devices,” said Mark Ely, Executive Vice President, Strategy, Sonic Solutions. “Sonic is creating a vast network of connected consumer electronics that are compatible with RoxioNow powered services and provide consumers a far more flexible and convenient digital entertainment experience.”

For more information visit: www.sonic.com ; www.mediatek.com