Aricent to Deliver Multimedia Codecs to Sony Ericsson

Sony Ericsson has selected Aricent's multimedia encoders and decoders (codecs) for inclusion in its next generation, Symbian operating system-based mobile phones.


Aricent's Multimedia Suite includes a range of applications and codecs that enable handset manufacturers to quickly launch highly differentiated products.


"Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications has clearly established a leadership position in mobile multimedia devices," said Sanjay Dhawan, President and COO of Aricent. "We are thrilled to be a part of Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications' innovative wireless multimedia solutions and look forward to a long and mutually rewarding partnership."


Aricent noted its long history of providing advanced multimedia technology, software and integration services for mobile devices and voice over IP applications. The company provides a single source for all next generation mobile multimedia requirements. Aricent's portfolio of mobile multimedia products and services enable accelerated development of high performance, multimedia communications devices for voice, mobile TV, messaging, videoconferencing, and streaming video applications.
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