Traffic411: Press

					Traffic411.com Press For more information, please contact: Lisa Osborn lisa@traffic411.com Fast Lane Networks, Inc. Los Angeles, CA Tel. 310/980-3180 Press Release Archive 01-08-02 Video Traffic Reports To Be Demonstrated At CES On First Portable Motion Picture (MPEG-4) Phone Device 01-06-01 Traffic411 To Demonstrate Real-time Multimedia Traffic Reports On Wireless Devices 12-12-00 Traffic411 Debuts Personalized Traffic Reports In Wireless Video Showcase 06-13-00 Traffic411.com Joins PacketVideo In Wireless Multimedia Trials 01-06-00 Traffic411.com and PacketVideo to Demonstrate Real-Time Traffic Advisories via Wireless Video
		Jan. 8, 2002			Video Traffic Reports To Be Demonstrated At CES On First Portable Motion Picture (MPEG-4) Phone Device SERVICE TO BE SHOWCASED AT WINTER CONSUMER ELECTRONICS SHOW (LAS VEGAS) January 8, 2002: Traffic411, a leading provider of traffic reports and information over the Web and wireless networks, has teamed with Impactra, Co., Ltd., a Korean manufacturer of portable media content players, to make traffic reports and driving-related consumer features available on Impactra's Motion-i portable motion picture player and coming soon to the Sync-i portable motion picture phone. The devices were introduced by Microsoft chairman Bill Gates during his keynote speech Monday at the Winter Consumer Electronics Show (CES). The traffic reports, featuring freeway video and colorful maps detailing speeds and accident listings, also will be demonstrated on Impactra's Motion-i and Sync-i portable devices during CES, January 8-11, 2002, on the show floor at the Las Vegas Convention Center, South Hall 3-4 Booth #14908 and in Suite #2515 at the Riviera Hotel. "Traffic reports are among the most valuable information to be distributed over handheld devices because they are time and location sensitive," said Lisa Osborn, founder and chief executive officer of Traffic411. "Consumers will appreciate the ability to tap into reliable traffic information based upon their specific commute." "Impactra's portable Windows Media player, Motion-i, is the world's first portable device that is dedicated to playing motion pictures," said Hugo Jung, CEO of the Seoul Korea based Impactra Co., Ltd. "The Sync-i swivel-type cellular phone enables users to quickly and easily download content and play back motion picture files." Both products are based on the Windows CE.NET platform, because of its functionality, including wireless support for streaming media. "It's exciting to see the technology we've been hearing about for the past couple of years is now a reality," said Peggy Miles, president of Intervox Communications, a recognized authority in streaming media. "Traffic411 and Impactra's new mobile devices will change the way consumers get emergency traffic, and news. Today, it's more important than ever to have access to the latest live and on-demand traffic and news anywhere in the world." About Traffic411 Traffic411 is a leading provider of traffic reports and information over the Web and wireless networks. Maps detailing road conditions in 12 US metro markets can be accessed on the Web at www.Traffic411.com. Media companies interested in offering real-time traffic on their Web sites can license the technology from Traffic411. The Traffic411 Web site also offers consumer-oriented features and safe driving tips. Its traffic reporters are known personalities and are familiar voices to Southern California motorists. Traffic411, a division of Fast Lane Networks, Inc., was founded in 2000 by Lisa Osborn, a veteran traffic reporter and newscaster, heard on KFI AM 640 and other Los Angeles radio stations. About Impactra Co., Ltd. Impactra Co., Ltd., a leading digital solution company based in Seoul, Korea, is concentrating on manufacturing portable multimedia content players and manufacturing multimedia devices for IMT-2000. For more information, visit www.impactra.com. Impactra will sell the Motion-i from the first quarter of 2002 and Sync-i from later part of 2002 in the US market and expect to sell around 100,000 units in 2002. Traffic411 is a registered domain of Fast Lane Networks, Incorporated and Traffic411 is a registered trademark. All other trade names and trademarks are the property of their holders.
		Jan. 6, 2001			Traffic411 To Demonstrate Real-time Multimedia Traffic Reports On Wireless Devices NEW SERVICE FEATURING PROFESSIONAL TRAFFIC REPORTERS TO BE SHOWCASED AT WINTER CONSUMER ELECTRONICS SHOW (LAS VEGAS) January 5, 2001: Traffic411, a Los Angeles-based network that delivers traffic reports on-demand via the Web and wireless technologies, has teamed with PacketVideo, the global leader in wireless media, to deliver the industry's first real-time multimedia traffic reports. The on-demand traffic service, a part of PacketVideo's PVAirguide, the world's first public showcase of wireless multimedia content, will be demonstrated during the Winter Consumer Electronics Show (CES), January 6-9, at the Las Vegas Convention Center, in the PacketVideo booth #4350. Visitors can check traffic cam images displayed on a palm-size PC, listen to traffic reports detailing current roadway conditions, and check freeway speeds via colorful traffic maps. Traffic411 delivers traffic reports and roadway information for major cities throughout the Western US. Traffic411's real-time data is available on the Web at www.Traffic411.com, as well as in PacketVideo's new wireless video showcase accessible to mobile Internet users at www.PVAirguide.com. "Traffic411 gives motorists the ability to tap into the real-time information they need, without having to search the radio dial to hear a traffic report, and hope that the traffic reporter mentions their freeway", said Lisa Osborn, founder of Traffic411. The anytime, anywhere flexibility of PVAirguide compliments Traffic411's efforts to make up-to-date traffic news available to motorists on-demand, via a variety of devices, from PDA's to any ordinary telephone, and the Internet. Traffic411 is the only interactive traffic service to broadcast audio traffic reports. Traffic411 reporters are known personalities in Southern California radio and are familiar voices to commuters who, up to now, had to surf the radio dial in search of traffic information. In addition to PVAirguide, Traffic411 reports can be accessed on the Web at www.Traffic411.com. The Company is also working with a leading Web portal to deliver traffic reports via an interactive telephone service, set to launch in spring, 2001. About Traffic411 Traffic411 is an Internet and wireless-based traffic service focused on delivering accurate, real-time traffic information via a variety of platforms. Using a team of professional traffic reporters, Traffic411 is the only interactive service to go beyond WAP (text-only) technology to deliver audio and video traffic information to Wireless and PC-based Web users. Traffic411, a division of Fast Lane Networks, Inc., was founded in 2000 by Lisa Osborn, a veteran traffic reporter and newscaster, heard on KFI AM 640 and other Los Angeles radio stations.
		December 12, 2000			Traffic411 Debuts Personalized Traffic Reports In Wireless Video Showcase NEW SERVICE IS FIRST TO COMBINE REAL TIME AUDIO & VIDEO TRAFFIC REPORTS COMMUNICATED THROUGH HANDHELD WIRELESS DEVICES (SAN JOSE, CA) December 12, 2000: Traffic411 today announced participation in PVAirguide, the world's first public showcase of wireless multimedia content being driven by PacketVideo, the global leader in wireless media. Traffic411 will deliver real-time audio and video traffic reports and roadway information for major cities throughout the Western US. Traffic411's real-time data is available in the new wireless video showcase accessible to mobile Internet users at www.PVAirguide.com. "Traffic411 updates on PVAirguide give motorists the ability to tap into the real-time information they need, without having to search the radio dial to hear a traffic report, and hope that the traffic reporter mentions their freeway," said Lisa Osborn, founder of Traffic411. "The anytime, anywhere flexibility of PVAirguide compliments Traffic411's efforts to make up-to-date traffic news available to motorists on-demand, via a variety of devices, from PDA's to any ordinary telephone, and the Internet." "We are pleased that the world's leading content companies are partnering with PacketVideo to explore wireless distribution," said Lauren Cole, chief operating officer of PacketVideo's Applications & Services Division. "Together, we are helping to deliver the world's first mobile multimedia applications." Personalized data that is time-sensitive and location-sensitive is ideal content for a wireless service; according to research firm Jupiter Communications. This fact was demonstrated in a prior PacketVideo consumer trial in which a Traffic411 video clip was among the top five applications most accessed by trial users. Traffic411 is the only interactive traffic service to broadcast audio traffic reports. Traffic411 reporters are known personalities in Southern California radio and are familiar voices to commuters who, up to now, had to surf the radio dial in search of traffic information. In addition to PVAirguide, Traffic411 reports can be accessed on the Web at www.Traffic411.com. The Company is also working with a major Web brand to deliver traffic reports via an interactive telephone service, set to launch in January 2001. About PacketVideo PacketVideo is the global leader in wireless media. The company's MPEG-4 compliant encoding, distribution and decoding software enable content providers and carriers to deliver rich media, not just data, to mobile users over any digital wireless network. PacketVideo was recently included in the Red Herring 100 as one of fifty private companies whose products, services, or business models are most likely to change the world. Founded in 1998, PacketVideo is based in San Diego, California, in the heart of "Telecom Valley". PacketVideo's investors include Credit Suisse First Boston, Intel Capital (Nasdaq: INTC), Nexus Group LLC, Philips (NYSE: PHG), QUALCOMM Incorporated (Nasdaq: QCOM), Reuters Group PLC (Nasdaq: RTRSY), members of the Rockefeller family, Siemens Mustang Ventures, Sonera (HEX: SRA, NASDAQ: SNRA), Sony Corporation of America, Texas Instruments (NYSE:TXN), and others. To learn more, visit www.packetvideo.com. Traffic411 is a registered domain of Fast Lane Networks, Incorporated and Traffic411 is a registered trademark. PacketVideo and PacketVideo product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of PacketVideo Corporation. All other trade names and trademarks are the property of their holders.
		June 13, 2000			Traffic411.com Joins PacketVideo In Wireless Multimedia Trials TRAFFIC411.COM TO PROVIDE TRAFFIC CONTENT FOR DELIVERY TO WIRELESS HANDHELD DEVICES (SAN DIEGO, CA) June 13, 2000 - Traffic411.com and PacketVideo today announced an agreement to trial the delivery of video over wireless networks. PacketVideo has developed standards-compliant MPEG-4 software that enables the distribution of video over wireless networks. As part of the trials, Traffic411.com will provide traffic content for delivery to wireless devices. "Traffic411.com is striving to be the leading provider of on-demand broadcast traffic reports," said Traffic411 founder Lisa Osborn. "Wireless video is an outstanding medium for connecting with commuters to inform them of traffic problems and congestion, and we are thrilled to be working with an industry leader like PacketVideo to bring this to fruition". "It is often while people are out and about that they demand the latest traffic info," said Robert Tercek, president of PacketVideo's Programming Division. "Traffic411 provides precisely the type of timely, on-demand information wireless subscribes want, and we are very happy to have them participating in our program." PacketVideo's MPEG-4 based software enables the encoding, decoding, and transmission of full motion video over wireless networks on mobile devices. The technology enables the distribution of video over wireless networks with bit rates as low as 14.4 kbps (which is the rate for networks in the US today) as well as 2.5G and 3.5G networks. The technology is air-interface independent, which means that it works across any type of cellular network, including CDMA, GSM, TDMA, GPRS, and UMTS. PacketVideo is working with wireless carriers in the US and internationally to trial the technology over their networks. The company has also announced alliances with leading device and silicon designers and manufacturers to develop hardware utilizing PacketVideo technology, including Casio, Compaq, Intel, NEC, SANYO, and Texas Instruments. About Traffic411 Traffic411 aims to be the premier on-demand broadcaster of traffic and road news in the United States, providing motorists with the most comprehensive, customized traffic information delivered via a variety of devices. Private trials using Traffic411 information are underway; the first regional markets for this service will be announced later in the year. Traffic411 is the only Web-based traffic reporting service founded by broadcast professionals. About PacketVideo PacketVideo is the global leader in wireless multimedia software and services for mobile applications. The company's award-winning MPEG-4 compliant encoding, distribution, and decoding software enables content providers and carriers to deliver rich media, not just data, to mobile users anytime, anywhere over any digital wireless network. PacketVideo was recently included in the Red Herring 100 as one of fifty private companies whose products, services, or business models is most likely to change the world. Founded in 1998, PacketVideo is based in San Diego, California, in the heart of "Telecom Valley." The company's investors include Credit Suisse First Boston, Intel Capital (Nasdaq:INTC), Nexus Group LLC, Philips (NYSE:PHG), QUALCOMM Incorporated (Nasdaq:QCOM), Reuters Group PLC (Nasdaq:RTRSY), members of the Rockefeller family, Siemens Mustang Ventures, Sonera (HEX:SRA, Nasdaq:SNRA), Sony Corporation of America, Texas Instruments (NYSE:TXN), Time Warner (NYSE: TWX), and others. To learn more, visit our website at www.packetvideo.com.
		Jan. 6, 2000			Traffic411.com and PacketVideo to Demonstrate Real-Time Traffic Advisories via Wireless Video CES SHOW DEMO WILL FEATURE ON-DEMAND TRAFFIC AND ROAD CONDITIONS OVER WIRELESS WEB APPLIANCES (LAS VEGAS) January 6, 2000 - Traffic411.com, a Web-based traffic reporting start-up venture has teamed with PacketVideo, the global leader in wireless multimedia software and services for mobile applications, to demonstrate audio/video traffic reports to commuters via wireless phones and palm-size PCs. The on-demand traffic service will be simulated during the Consumer Electronics Show, January 6-9, at the Las Vegas Convention Center, at the PacketVideo booth #6848. Visitors can check traffic cam images displayed on a palm-size PC as a traffic reporter provides a step-by-step overview of current road conditions. PacketVideo will also be demonstrating live multimedia calls over existing wireless networks. "The future of traffic reporting is here," said Lisa Osborn, broadcast journalist and founder of Traffic411. "Traffic411 will offer real-time traffic reports on-demand, so commuters won't need to wait to hear a traffic report on the radio that may or may not mention road conditions near their freeway on-ramp." "Traffic conditions are an excellent example of the type of dynamic information people need access to anytime, anywhere," said Jim Carol, co-founder and chairman of PacketVideo. "Delivering the latest road reports is a powerful, wireless multimedia application that can be done today over existing networks, and will only become more advanced as networks evolve." PacketVideo is the global leader in wireless multimedia software and services for mobile applications. The company's MPEG-4 compliant encoding, distribution, and decoding software enable content providers and carriers to deliver rich media, not just data, to mobile users anytime, anywhere over any digital wireless network. Founded in 1998, PacketVideo is based in San Diego, California, in the heart of the "Telecom Valley." The company's investors include Credit Suisse First Boston, Intel Corporation (Nasdaq: INTC), Nexus Group LLC, QUALCOMM Incorporated (Nasdaq: QCOM), Reuters Group PLC (Nasdaq: RTRSY), members of the Rockefeller family, Siemens Mustang Ventures, Sony Corporation of America (NYSE: SNE) and others. The company website can be accessed at www.packetvideo.com. Earlier this month, Traffic411 entered an agreement with the Los Angeles office of AirWatch America, a leading provider of traffic reports to radio and television stations in the Los Angeles area. The agreement gives Traffic411 reporters access to AirWatch America's proprietary real-time traffic information. Traffic411.com is a registered domain and Traffic411 is a registered trademark. PacketVideo and PacketVideo product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of PacketVideo Corporation. Other names mentioned herein may be trademarks of the party using such names.

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