MIPS Architecture Leading the HDTV Revolution; Dominance of MIPS Architecture in STB Market Lays Foundation for Leadership in DTV and Emerging IDTV Markets 19 April 2004, 09:01am ET MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 19, 2004--If you live in one of the millions of households around the world which enjoys the benefits of viewing high-definition television (HDTV), you most likely own a MIPS-Based(TM) system (Nasdaq:MIPS). HDTV systems transform the way we experience entertainment. By delivering crystal clear video, high-fidelity surround sound, full screen graphics and the ability to drive interactive applications, HDTVs offer an immersive user experience that is attracting consumers the world over. Factors such as evolving standards, advances in digital broadcasting and display technology, and government mandates around the world, like the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) requirements that digital tuners be included in all televisions and that analog broadcasting cease by 2007, are fueling this revolution. In 2008, In-Stat/DMR analysts estimate that 93 million DTV units will ship worldwide -- up from 17 million units in 2004. ... http://finance.lycos.com/qc/news/story.aspx?story=200404191301_BWR__BW5351 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- You can UNSUBSCRIBE from the OpenDTV list in two ways: - Using the UNSUBSCRIBE command in your user configuration settings at FreeLists.org - By sending a message to: opendtv-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx with the word unsubscribe in the subject line.