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Empower Supplies Embedded Software and Single Board Computer for Transportation Infotainment System
July 22, 2008, Richmond, British Columbia – Empower Technologies (TSX.V: EPT) is pleased to receive the first sales order to customize and supply the Empower embedded computer and software technology for two new infotainment demonstration systems from a well recognized transportation equipment supplier.
In today’s energy cost sensitive business, such as transportation, Empower’s embedded computer and software technology will supply a light weight, low power, low heat, high performance, and cost efficient Single Board Computer and embedded software for use in the digital infotainment systems in the transportation industry such as airlines, high speed trains and long haul buses to save fuel usage without eroding user experience and satisfaction.
According to an article posted in the Avionews.com (080711135814-1092236, World Aeronautical Press Agency - 2008-07-11 01:58 pm), “US Airways says it will start removing in-flight entertainment systems on domestic flights in November to save about USD 10 million annually in fuel and other costs. Spokesman Phil Gee says US Airways will cut the movie systems from about 200 aircraft, but it will keep movies in its widebody aircraft for international flights and trips to Hawaii. US Airways says it will test a cheaper and lighter seat-back TV system later this year.”
Empower's embedded software and Single Board Computers will be assembled and integrated into the infotainment system. Depending on the type of system and transportation, it can be 2 to 4 Single Board Computers for a small transport to hundreds of Single Board Computers for a large transport such as jumbo jets and trains. The embedded software and Single Board Computer will provide all of the functionality of current generation systems, but with vastly enhanced digital media support and features, think iPhone, all in a smaller, lighter, faster, and lower cost package. An incredible solution for the transportation equipment manufacturer and their customers such as airlines, trains, and buses!
Due to the competitive nature of the transportation equipment industry, the manufacturer requested to remain anonymous until such time they feel it is appropriate to disclose. Empower respects their request.
About Empower Technologies™
Founded in 2000, Empower Technologies (TSX.V: EPT) is an innovative company that brings the power and flexibility of the LEOs® (LinuxDA™ Embedded Operating System) to the dynamic embedded computing Industry and the emerging Intelligent Appliance Market, through their development of Linux-based operating software, embedded system technologies and solutions.
The products and services that form the base of its business activities include an embedded system development platform for LEOs®, based on Texas Instruments™ embedded CPU platform, that fulfill the needs and demands of developers and the embedded computing Industry. Empower is continuing to develop LEOs® and newer versions of embedded CPUs in line with Texas Instruments™.
By uniting top professionals from within the computer industry and developing quality partnerships and strategic alliances, Empower is committed to being the leading developer of Linux-based operating software and embedded system technologies and solutions for electronics manufacturers and developers.
Empower’s brands are “LEOs®”, “LinuxDA™”, Linux-based embedded operating systems and “PowerPlay™”, smart consumer electronics.
Contact Information:
Media Enquiries:
Anson Mak
info@empowertechnologies.com or via Tel @ (604) 278-3100
Investor Relations:
investorline@empowertechnologies.com
More Information on Empower Technologies:
www.empowertechnologies.com
Sales Enquiries: sales@empowertechnologies.com
or via Tel @ (604) 278-3100
Paul Leung
Chairman, President and CEO
Empower Technologies Corporation
# 405-5600 Parkwood Way
Crestwood Commerce Centre
Richmond , BC , Canada V6V 2M2
The statements contained in this news release that are not historical facts are forward looking statements. Such statements are based on management's estimates, assumptions and projections using available information. The company cautions that actual financial results could differ materially from the current expectations due to a number of factors.
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