ArcSoft Releases Latest Version of MediaConverter

FREMONT, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 9, 2006--ArcSoft, Inc. announces ArcSoft MediaConverter(TM) 2, a powerful all-in-one multimedia file converter. This is the ideal companion application for consumers and OEM vendors of portable media players (PMP) and video capture cards. OEMs can offer a complete solution which easily converts virtually all multimedia files.

"We're proud to now offer software that enables people to take their music, video and photos with them, no matter what portable device they're using," says Michael Downs, ArcSoft Vice President, Marketing and Business Development. "With the many formats and devices in use today, it can be confusing to know what file can be played on which device. Not only does MediaConverter make converting multimedia files a simple process, but it gives hardware makers a solution for use with iPods, PlayStation Portables, Smart-phones and much more. Users can enjoy the highest quality conversion with the fastest results."

ArcSoft MediaConverter 2 is a fast, easy-to-use conversion software that converts the most popular media formats, such as MP4, MP3, AVI, WMV, MOV, RM, JPG, and TIFF. With its simple 2-step process, users can convert videos to play in their MP4 players or other portable video devices. They can also batch convert many files at the same time regardless of their source formats.

ArcSoft MediaConverter(TM) 2 Key Features:

-- Device profiles automate conversion for SanDisk e200, Sony PSP, Apple iPod and more

-- Quality profiles allow automatic optimization for higher video quality or more storage

-- Windows Media 10 DRM support lets users transfer copyright-protected music or video to their portable device

-- Microsoft Media Transfer Protocol (MTP) support so that all Microsoft PlaysForSure devices work without any additional drivers

-- Preview window to view and play the files selected

-- Rip audio from a video file

-- RealMedia import and QuickTime support

About ArcSoft

ArcSoft, Inc. is a leading developer of multimedia software and embedded solutions for digital cameras, PC-peripheral, mobile phone, and consumer electronics manufacturers. ArcSoft offers a full line of consumer-level desktop applications centered on digital pictures and video.

Note: ArcSoft and the ArcSoft logo are registered trademarks of ArcSoft, Inc. ArcSoft MediaConverter is a trademark of ArcSoft, Inc. All other product and company named herein are trademarks of their respective owners