New alliance combines enhanced MPEG-4 capabilities with leading Graphical User Interface and Multi-Media platform for embedded application development

FancyPantsTM is the award-winning platform, created by FST, for embedded application development. It enables OEMs to quickly and easily develop innovative and feature-rich devices with advanced Graphical User Interface capabilities and high-performance Multi-Media, while also reducing hardware resource requirements and development costs.

FST and 3ivx are integrating the 3ivx MPEG-4 software in the FancyPantsTM platform. This will allow developers of products such as smart phones, TV set top boxes, point-of-service terminals, in-car systems and building automation devices to leverage the power of state-of-the-art MPEG-4 compression as part of the FancyPantsTM platform. The alliance also offers OEMs the option of outsourcing the complete development lifecycle of these next generation products.

“We look forward to the ongoing collaborative delivery of products that enable OEMs to further differentiate themselves and offer better end-user service with highly innovative devices,” said Robi Karp, CEO, Fluffy Spider Technologies.

"FancyPantsTM offers an unparalleled user experience, enabling OEMs to create embedded applications with a breathtaking look and feel.  FancyPantsTM is easily integrated into embedded operating systems and micro-kernels and meets the rigorous demands required in embedded environments,” said Mr Karp.

“FancyPantsTM plug-in architecture readily delivers the benefits of 3ivx MPEG-4, a high quality MPEG-4 codec that allows content creators to effectively provide audio and video at all levels of the video spectrum from High Definition Television (HDTV) down to video for mobile phones and embedded devices. The strengths of the 3ivx MPEG-4 software lies in its unique combination of image quality, performance, interoperability and portability,“ said Jan Devos, Managing Director, 3ivx Technologies.

About Fluffy Spider Technologies

FST specializes in providing advanced GUI and high-performance Multi-Media products for embedded application development, backed by comprehensive custom development services. Since 1995, clients include Toshiba, VeriFone, Ericsson, HP, Optus, Vodafone and GEC.  FST also has a joint research and marketing agreement with NICTA - Australia's ICT Research Centre of Excellence.  For more information on FST and its products visit www.fluffyspider.com or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

About 3ivx Technologies

3ivx Technologies Pty. Ltd., a leading provider of MPEG-4 software, is a dynamic Australian company that has a creative team of software and hardware developers. Headquartered in Sydney, Australia, 3ivx Technologies distributes its products primarily in North America, Asia and Europe. 3ivx’s clients and partners include Samsung, Sony, Intel, Tyco Healthcare and Yamaha.For more information on 3ivx and its products visit www.3ivx.com or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it