ATI TV Wonder 650 Combo USB for Mac offers both analog and HDTV
broadcast reception
SUNNYVALE, Calif. - November 14, 2007 - AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced
the new ATI TV Wonder 650 Combo USB for Mac - a new HDTV
experience for Mac users. ATI TV Wonder 650 Combo USB for Mac integrates
two TV tuners to receive off-the-air ATSC/HDTV broadcasts as well as
analog television programming. This new TV tuner solution joins AMD's
six TV Wonder(tm) offerings for the PC platform.
AMD is also powering the new 20 and 24-inch iMac(r) models with the
amazing graphics power of ATI Radeon(tm) HD 2400 XT, including 128MB of
GDDR3 video memory, and the ATI Radeon(tm) HD 2600 PRO, featuring 256MB
of GDDR3. These powerful graphics processors enable stunning gaming
performance and great support for video and photo editing. The
combination of AMD's TV Wonder and ATI Radeon graphics cards offers
consumers The Ultimate Visual Experience(tm).
"AMD continues to bring The Ultimate Visual Experience to consumers'
displays and screens including HDTVs, PCs and game consoles. Today AMD
expands that visual experience with high definition multimedia
entertainment for Mac customers," said Matt Skynner, vice president, AMD
Graphics Products Group. "AMD is enhancing the Mac experience with HDTV
support from ATI TV Wonder 650 Combo USB for Mac, alongside cutting-edge
3D game and HD acceleration performance of ATI Radeon HD 2600 PRO and
ATI Radeon HD 2400 XT."
The ATI TV Wonder 650 Combo USB for Mac transforms Mac desktops and
notebooks alike into ultimate TV entertainment systems, with full
personal video recorder functionality. With the included ATI
tvPORTAL(tm) TV application for Mac, users can watch, pause, or record
high definition TV . Even analog TV is made brilliant on the Mac as the
ATI TV Wonder 650 Combo USB for Mac produces sharp, true-to-life analog
TV images. With full featured Electronic Programming Guide in ATI
tvPORTAL, users can schedule and manage TV recordings with ease.
The advanced graphics technology of the ATI Radeon HD 2600 and ATI
Radeon HD 2400 series provides exceptional visual effects and realism on
the iMac. Gaming enthusiasts can unleash remarkable 3D gaming
performance while experiencing a new level of immersive entertainment
for high-resolution photos and video.
Home theater aficionados will be captivated by iMac's 20 and 24-inch
widescreen displays powered by the Radeon series featuring: ATI
Avivo(tm) technology for eye-popping big-screen entertainment; Unified
Video Decoder (UVD) for advanced HD video processing; and, built-in HDMI
connectivity with built-in 5.1 surround audio.
With a manufacturers suggested retail price (MSRP) of $149, the ATI TV
Wonder 650 Combo USB for Mac is scheduled to be available later this
month at leading computer retailers across North America. The ATI TV
Wonder 650 Combo USB is being distributed by VisionTek, a leading
supplier of 3D graphics and desktop enhancement products.
About AMD
Advanced Micro Devices (NYSE: AMD) is a leading global provider of
innovative processing solutions in the computing, graphics and consumer
electronics markets. AMD is dedicated to driving open innovation,
choice and industry growth by delivering superior customer-centric
solutions that empower consumers and businesses worldwide. For more
information, visit http://www.amd.com.