Singapore - 12 October 2009 -- ZiiLABS today released its optimised implementation of Android 1.6 for its Plaszma development platforms, including the recently announced handheld Zii EGG and ZMS-05 System Module.

The Android 1.6 release for Plaszma is based on the Donut branch of the Android Open Source Project and takes full advantage of the flexible media processing capabilities of ZMS-05 media processing array. Support for the latest Android release including seamless HD video and OpenGL ES acceleration enables developers and OEMs to run a wide range of standard Android applications without modification.

Features showcased in this release on the Zii EGG include multi-format HD video playback, HDMI output, accelerated OpenGL ES, capacitive touch screen, accelerated Surface and Audio compositing and support for the rear facing camera, Wi-Fi, accelerometer and full-size SDHC cards. ZiiLABS optimized Android 1.6 is available for immediate download to existing Zii EGG developers.

"Our long heritage of implementing multi-format HD video acceleration, OpenGL ES, graphics and advanced media frameworks enable us to provide the no-compromise implementation of Android 1.6 that developers are looking for." Said Tim Lewis, director marketing and partner relations at ZiiLABS. "Our customers are leveraging our ZMS processor technology, middleware experience and licensable platforms and BSPs to develop advanced Android-based devices that will deliver outstanding consumer experiences."

About the Zii EGG and ZMS-05 System Module
The Zii EGG : Developer Edition is a sleek, low-energy feature-rich handheld platform that developers, integrators and OEMs can leverage to create their own-brand solutions. The ZMS-05 System Module is a compact production ready SODIMM card that is easily integrated into custom baseboards to reduce the time, cost and complexity of introducing new products.

About ZiiLABS
ZiiLABS is a leader in media-rich application processors, hardware platforms and advanced middleware. Its products enable OEMs, ODMs, System Integrators and Software Developers to deliver industry-leading devices across a broad range of consumer electronics and embedded markets. Originally founded in 1994 as 3DLABS, the company re-branded and joined with the Personal Digital Entertainment group of Creative Technology to form ZiiLABS in January 2009. ZiiLABS with over 800 R&D engineers today has invested US$1 billion and 10,000 man-years in media processing solutions and has offices in the UK, China, USA and Singapore. Learn more about ZiiLABS at: www.ziilabs.com