Barcelona, Spain - 3GSM - February 12th 2007 - Silicon & Software Systems Ltd. (S3), the world's leading provider of DVB-H client software, and Irdeto, the proven expert in content security for digital TV, IPTV and mobile, and a subsidiary of multinational media group Naspers (NASDAQ: NPSN and JSE: NPN), today announced a technology breakthrough that allows operators to deliver Mobile TV, via a DVB-H network, to both desktop and laptop PCs using commonly available components.

The new solution uses a standard DVB-T receiver and USB card-reader to receive DVB-H broadcast services. Both components are commercially available and the total solution costs less then €100. This provides an extremely cost effective way for operators to expand their potential market to include a range of devices that were previously inaccessible. The solution can be deployed in a number of different ways, including using an operator-branded, or an accessory market bundle of DVB-T stick and card-reader, or an operator-branded hybrid product to provide DVB-H connectivity for laptop and fixed desktop PCs.

John Maguire, General Manager, Consumer Mobile, S3 commented: "S3 and Irdeto have recognized that in order to be successful, operators require new business models to expand their Mobile TV offering. We are working in partnership with key technology suppliers and operators to develop solutions that broaden the potential market and can help deliver increased user numbers and revenues."

Doug Lowther, Irdeto's vice president of marketing, added "The solution developed by S3 and Irdeto offers operators proven, cost effective technology to increase their audience. It gives operators the ability to further develop their Mobile TV business model and roll-out services quickly and effectively."

S3's onHandTV™ delivers all the key software required to rapidly deploy Mobile DTV devices compliant with emerging broadcast, multicast and unicast standards including DVB-H, TDMB, DAP-IP, MBMS and 2.5 or 3G. S3's onHandTV guarantees interoperability with all of the existing commercial DVB-H networks and key technology suppliers in the mobile DTV ecosystem.

The Irdeto Mobile Broadcast CA solution is the first-ever CA implemented for mobile broadcasting services. Through the integration of the CA solution, S3 and Irdeto offer Network and Broadcast operators, secure end-to-end mobile DTV.

S3 is exhibiting its latest software solutions at 3GSM (12 - 15 February, Barcelona) at the Enterprise Ireland Pavilion, Hall 1, Booth 1F17. Irdeto is exhibiting at Hall 2, stand 2H33.

About S3

S3 is the Connected Consumer Technology Company. It enables operators, OEMs and silicon manufacturers to deliver next generation products and services to consumers, at home and on the move.

S3 is also the leading provider of broadcast mobile DTV solutions. It's onHandTV™ software client manages the reception of TV and data services over broadcast, multicast and unicast bearers, delivered to multiple mobile devices. onHandTV™ ensures faster time-to-market and reduced risk for mobile operators and device manufacturers worldwide. It has proven interoperability with all existing commercial networks and key technology suppliers in the mobile DTV ecosystem.

Founded in 1986, S3 delivers expert consumer systems design plus leading-edge silicon and software IP. S3 has offices in Ireland (Dublin and Cork), the Czech Republic, Poland, USA, China, UK and the Netherlands. For further information please visit www.s3group.com or visit us in Hall 1 at 3GSM, Stand # 1F17.

S3 contact
Fiona D'Arcy, Silicon & Software Systems Ltd. (S3)
+353 1 291 1630 /+353 87 2808828 or fiona.darcy(at)s3group.com

For more editorial information please contact:
Steve Hooley, Emmett & Smith
+44 207 819 4800 or Stephen.Hooley(at)emmettandsmith.com

About Irdeto

Irdeto, headquartered near Amsterdam, the Netherlands, is a subsidiary of multinational media group Naspers (NASDAQ: NPSN and JSE: NPN), is a world leader in content security, and provides comprehensive solutions for digital content protection in digital TV, IPTV and mobile environments. The company's support, sales and R&D offices are located worldwide with corporate headquarters near Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Irdeto offers both hardware- and software-based solutions. The company works with an impressive list of leading industry partners to create end-to-end solutions for any pay-media business. Irdeto's goal is to help operators increase content revenue by offering best-of-class security solutions supporting a wide range of revenue models. With the acquisition of Philips CryptoTec, Irdeto now has more than 300 customers around the world. To contact your regional office or retrieve further information on the company, please visit www.irdeto.com.

Irdeto
Ellie Sanchez
Marketing Manager
Tel: +1 425 497 2800 x228
Email: esanchez(at)irdeto.com

Gabrial Boeckman
VisiTech PR
Tel: +1 303 752 3552 x260
Email: Gabe(at)VisiTechPR.com

Date Published: Monday 12 February 2007

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