Operators to Deliver 3GPP Formats, RealAudio and RealVideo

RealNetworks announced a global relationship with Ericsson, the world's largest supplier of mobile systems, to integrate RealNetworks' Helix™ media delivery technology into the new Ericsson Content Delivery Solution (ECDS). This combination will enable operators to purchase one comprehensive, end-to-end solution to create mobile media services for consumers.

With the integration of RealNetworks' industry-leading Helix Universal Server - Mobile and Helix Universal Gateway - Mobile, mobile operators will have access to technology that enables them to stream and control media traffic on their network. Ericsson will also offer the Helix Producer for content creation, completing a comprehensive media delivery solution. Compelling content such as news, sports and entertainment can be streamed across both 2.5 and 3G networks in every major 3GPP-compliant format, including MPEG-4, in addition to RealAudio® and RealVideo®.

"RealNetworks' Helix products were a clear choice for us," said Ingvar Larsson, Vice President, Ericsson Service Network and Applications. "Adding Helix technology to the Ericsson Content Delivery System enables a wider range of content and terminal support, enabling operators to create revenue-generating digital media services."

"Ericsson is the world leader in communications infrastructure solutions, services and products and this agreement is a great endorsement for RealNetworks' mobile strategy and products," said Ian Freed, vice president, Mobile Products and Services, RealNetworks, Inc. "The combination of Ericsson's mobile network expertise and RealNetworks' knowledge of media delivery provides a compelling solution for mobile operators looking to offer their consumers the next generation of services."

The Helix Universal Server - Mobile and the Helix Universal Gateway - Mobile are robust media delivery products optimized for deployment in mobile networks. Network operators in Europe, Asia and North America are deploying solutions based on Helix for the delivery of mobile content.

Ericsson Content Delivery Solution is an end-to-end solution for streaming and download of mobile mediac aspects into an industrialized solution that will ensure fast time to market for the operator at a known cost and with high quality. Flexible charging and business models are also supported, ensuring a secure and first-class business opportunity.

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