tvCompass Selected to Join Microsoft Startup Accelerator Program

Global Program Targets High Growth, Innovative Software or Services Companies

CHICAGO, Jan. 22 /PRNewswire/ -- tvCompass, a provider of consumer devices
and content solutions for the broadband connected home, today announced that
is has been selected to join the Microsoft Startup Accelerator Program. As a
participant in the program, tvCompass will receive access to a Microsoft
support network of people and programs to accelerate the company's success.
"We are honored to have been invited to take part in this program for
high-potential startups that are committed to the Microsoft platform," stated
Edward J. Zylka, CEO of tvCompass Inc. "Startup companies experience many
challenges on their way toward success. Having the support of Microsoft, a
company with a global market reach and a significant depth of technology and
resources, will provide business advantages normally not available to
companies in our position. Microsoft's support will enhance the development of
our click365(SM) content service and Wi-Fi handheld products." click365 is a
cross-platform content services and applications solution, based on the
Microsoft .NET Framework server technology and complements the Wi-Fi digital
media remote handheld, which utilizes Windows Embedded CE operating system
software and supports the category of flexible wireless "smart" advanced home
theater controls.
Microsoft selects companies to join the program based on their innovation,
marketability, growth potential, funding, platform decision and strategic
importance to Microsoft. These companies receive customized engagement plans
designed to support their software development and increase market visibility.
"The Emerging Business Team at Microsoft evaluates hundreds of technology
startups each year to select those with the strongest potential to succeed in
the market," noted John Nogrady, Director, Emerging Business Team at Microsoft
Corp. "We're pleased to welcome tvCompass as one of our newest program
members, and look forward to working with them to deliver a mobile content and
digital media remote solution that meets the needs of our mutual customers."
About tvCompass
tvCompass Inc. offers a white label service and technology platform for
branding by satellite and cable operators, content distributors and OEMs.
Through its click365(SM) Interactive Wireless Network, users can access
television, broadcast programming and Internet content. The company's second
product is a WiFi/internet connected digital media remote control device with
QVGA LCD display, mobile content capabilities and TV control function. Based
in Chicago, IL, tvCompass is privately held and maintains a strong patent
portfolio. For more information about the company and its products, visit
http://www.tvcompass.com.
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SOURCE tvCompass Inc.

Pamela Campagna of BLUE SAGE, +1-508-735-6831,
pamelac@blue-sageconsulting.com, for tvCompass Inc.