Emblaze-VCON Releases vPoint HD v8 Executive: First 1080p Input, Full HD Desktop Videoconferencing Client

Ra’anana, Israel – 16 April, 2008: ZONE-IP (LSE:ZIP) announces that its subsidiary, Emblaze-VCON, a leading provider of video communications technologies and conferencing solutions for government agencies, operators, broadcasters and corporate enterprise markets over IP networks, has released vPoint HD v.8, Executive version only, the first full high definition desktop videoconferencing client able to receive 1080p.
vPoint HD v.8 Executive version enables full high definition video and audio quality for exceptionally realistic point-to-point, multipoint and multicast desktop videoconferencing. Its 1080p receiving capabilities enable users to view H.323 1080p (1920x1080 pixels) video while sending 720p high resolution video and AAC-LD audio. The vPoint HD Executive also offers ISDN networking up to 4 x BRI, a detachable window for data sharing and Windows Vista SP1 support.
The vPoint HD is a versatile, key application for any PC or laptop user, in organizations of any size. With full, natural motion and crystal-clear audio, vPoint HD now offers an unparalleled desktop videoconferencing experience, rendering face-to-face meetings redundant. vPoint HD is also backwards compatible with standard definition (SD) legacy systems.
"As pioneers in bringing high definition technology to the desktop, we are proud to release the 1080p full high definition Executive version of the globally deployed vPoint HD client which, once again, raises the industry bar for personal videoconferencing solutions. Emblaze-VCON's 1080p systems are an exciting advance for the videoconferencing industry worldwide as they offer the sharpest video and audio possible", said Linor Shachar – Emblaze-VCON VP Sales & Marketing.
vPoint HD v8 Executive version only software is now available globally, free of charge for customers under maintenance, through local Emblaze-VCON partners or www.emblaze-vcon.com .

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About Emblaze-VCON:
Emblaze-VCON is a world leader in the development and deployment of high-performance, end-to-end videoconferencing solutions. Our award-winning technology ensures the highest audio and video performance for organizations worldwide. Emblaze-

VCON's meeting and collaboration solutions include desktop and group videoconferencing products, audio conferencing products, data conferencing products and infrastructure solutions. The company markets its products and services through a network of reseller partners, OEMS and value-added resellers around the world. Emblaze-VCON has worldwide headquarters in Israel and regional offices in London, New Jersey and Beijing.
www.emblaze-vcon.com


About Emblaze Ltd
Emblaze Ltd is a group of companies sharing a common mission to provide telecom operators with technologies, products and solutions for next generation services: Emblaze Mobile, a new breed in handsets design and manufacturing; ZONE-IP a provider of IP technologies and owner of Emblaze VCON, a leading provider of wireless video communications technologies and conferencing solutions for operators and enterprise markets over IP networks; Orca Interactive (LSE: ORCA), provider of Interactive Television IPTV middleware for Video On Demand (VOD) and broadcast services, aimed at Telecom, cable and xDSL operators; emoze, a free global Push Email service for mobile devices that will push send your Emails and PIM data to you anywhere and to any device and Visual Defence (LSE: VDI), a provider of wireless and IP video solutions for military and homeland security markets; Formula Systems Ltd (NASDAQ:FORTY), is a global solutions provider of technology, software and IT solutions for telecommunications companies, operators and a wide range of sectors. The Formula Systems companies are trading on NASAQ: Magic Software Enterprises (MGIC), Sapiens International Corporation N.V. (SPNS), BluePhoenix Solutions (BPHX). The following companies are dually trading also on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (TASE): Formula Systems, Magic, Sapiens, BluePhoenix and Matrix.
Emblaze Group is traded on the London Stock Exchange (LSE: BLZ) since 1996. www.Emblaze.com

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