Pinnacle Systems unveils next-generation Dazzle video-capture and TV-viewing products

New Dazzle products make it easy for consumers to preserve and enjoy videos on DVD, mobile devices

Tewksbury, Mass., 03.01.2006 - Avid Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVID) today announced two new product lines available from its consumer division, Pinnacle Systems. With the new Dazzle video-capture line, consumers can record video content from camcorders, VCRs or TVs and enjoy it on a variety of devices, including DVD players, Sony PSPs or Apple video iPods. The new Dazzle TV line offers customers a simple and inexpensive way to watch TV on their PCs.

“Demand for mobile devices that have video capabilities continues to skyrocket, and consumers are looking for easy-to-use applications that can both manage and transfer video content to these portable products,” said Jeff Hastings, Pinnacle Systems general manager and Avid vice president. “Our new Dazzle line allows customers to capture any video content, including TV programs, and transfer it to a range of devices – like PSPs, Video iPods, and DVDs. Essentially, we’re taking the guesswork out of moving media from one device to another, so consumers can load their favourite videos and television programs onto their mobile devices, and then view the content wherever – and whenever – they want to.”

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