TECHNICOLOR :Technicolor unveils Qeo, a revolutionary software bridging ecosystems to interconnect devices and applications of all brands
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Technicolor unveils Qeo, a revolutionary software bridging ecosystems to
interconnect devices and applications of all brands
Consumer device manufacturers, developers and service providers can now use a
common "language" to offer a truly interoperable Connected Life
Paris (France), Las Vegas (NV), January 7, 2013 - Technicolor (Euronext Paris:
TCH), a worldwide technology leader in the media and entertainment sector, today
announced the release of Qeo, a software framework that allows for seamless
interoperability between devices and applications of all brands and ecosystems.
Today, users want to enjoy their favorite applications and services on all
devices, but the proliferation of disparate ecosystems creates a complex and
fragmented experience. Qeo software modules address this problem by making
devices, applications and over-the-top cloud solutions speak to one another to
deliver simpler and richer smart home, entertainment, communication and personal
media services. The result is a truly Connected Life - a simple, user-friendly
experience that allows consumers to effectively manage and utilize the full
potential of their devices and services.
Michel Rahier, President of Technicolor's Connected Home Division, said: "During
the last years, we've built a solid understanding of the issues created by
heterogeneous and closed ecosystems that fragment the user experience. This is
why we have developed Qeo: a technology that enables devices to speak the same
language, be interconnected with each other, and create totally new use cases
for the Connected Life and the 'Internet of things'. We are excited to have
received strong support from major operators and industry leaders for this
initiative that we commit to keep pushing forward as the new standard for
Connected Life".
Qeo benefits both end users and developers, while answering consumer electronics
manufacturers and service providers' needs:
* For end users:
Want to remotely manage heterogeneous alarm, automation, and video surveillance
systems via one comprehensive interface? Need your doorbell to send a
notification to your TV or mobile screen when someone is at the door? Want to
switch a video call a friend started on your main TV to your tablet? Qeo makes
such use cases easy to develop and deploy, and enables the potential of many
more of these innovative digital life scenarios.
* For developers:
With Qeo, creating cross-devices and cross-OS applications has never been so
easy and straightforward. Developers can build distributed applications without
having to care about the diversity of languages, OS, or environments. It's all
about giving free rein to developers' imaginations.
* For services providers:
Qeo comes with tools to monitor and manage all Qeo-enabled devices, keeping
operational costs under control. It provides views, from global home networks
down to individual customers, devices or applications, enabling all sorts of
personalization.
* For consumer electronics manufacturers
Qeo allows more than just content sharing. With Qeo, devices can exchange usage
data, information, status. in a simple way to provide better and seamless usage
scenarios for their users. Devices are also immediately recognized within the
home network and configured with easy set up.
Qeo capabilities will be demonstrated at the Consumer Electronics Show on
Technicolor's booth (Central Hall, booth #8531).
More information at www.i-speak-qeo.com
Qeo has received the support of industry leaders such as:
IBM, CES meeting room at the Venetian Hotel (Veronese suite 2405-Level 2)
STMicroelectronics,
Seagate,
Avanquest,
Telecom Italia,
and Portugal Telecom,
who will be Alpha Partners of Qeo.
About Technicolor
Technicolor, a worldwide technology leader in the media and entertainment
sector, is at the forefront of digital innovation. Our world class research and
innovation laboratories enable us to lead the market in delivering advanced
video services to content creators and distributors. We also benefit from an
extensive intellectual property portfolio focused on imaging and sound
technologies, based on a thriving licensing business. Our commitment: supporting
the delivery of exciting new experiences for consumers in theaters, homes and
on-the-go.
Euronext Paris: TCH. www.technicolor.com
Press contacts:
Europe - Thibault Peulen - +33 6 70 86 77 48 / Thibault.peulen@technicolor.com
US - Season Skuro - +1Â 818Â 371 0006 / Season.skuro@technicolor.com
Global press office - +33 1 41 86 53 93 / technicolorpressoffice@technicolor.com
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Investor.relations@technicolor.com
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