Netgem`s Next Generation Platform Improves IPTV Picture

Adds features for operators and visual interface for viewers
AMSTERDAM--(Business Wire)--
Leading IPTV set-top box manufacturer and software developer, Netgem
(www.netgem.com)(Paris:NTG), has today launched NetgemTV, the company`s next
generation software platform that features a highly visual and intuitive user
interface, combined with media center functionality.

NetgemTV not only opens up the world of Internet content for operators
developing next generation TV services, it also allows audiences to control,
integrate and watch content stored on other devices on their home network.

Already established as the market leader in arguably Europe`s most advanced IPTV
market, France, Netgem`s latest software release enables operators to create
their own converged IPTV services by integrating multiple TV and Internet
content sources into one, attractive and easy to use interface.

NetgemTV provides operators and developers with a full suite of published APIs
and Software Development Kit to fully customize services such as Video on Demand
(VoD), catch up TV or IP channel connexions. Thanks to its integrated support
for hybrid broadcast channels and embedded progressive download function,
operators can use NetgemTV to introduce cost-effective and network efficient
IPTV services for large audiences quickly and efficiently.

"With 13 years of know-how and two million HD IPTV set-top boxes installed
today, Netgem has the track record required by operators looking for ways to
drive revenues and differentiate their services," said Christophe Aulnette,
Netgem`s managing director.

"Telecom operators all over the world now understand that they have to move
beyond just delivering TV over the Internet. Netgem provides them with the
technologies to deliver innovative and "branded" convergent services into
connected households. They can leverage Netgem`s mass market readiness and
scalability to meet ambitious time to market objectives while maximizing their
network investment and providing a rich stream of personalized experience to
generate customer loyalty," explained Aulnette, recently appointed by Netgem to
drive the company`s expansion into European and worldwide markets.

Exhibiting at IBC for the first time, Netgem can be found in the IPTV Zone,
Stand IP521. In addition to presenting NetgemTV, the company will show examples
of IPTV and Hybrid TV services for customers such as SFR in France, Elisa in
Finland and Fetch TV in the UK.

About Netgem

Netgem is a pure-play provider of innovative IPTV solutions (software and
hardware) for telecom operators. Combining a unique TV and telecom expertise,
Netgem has been instrumental in the successful rollout of IPTV in the French
market, with 2 millions homes active. Netgem is listed on Compartment C of
Eurolist-Euronext Paris (NTG FP 7537).

www.netgem.com

ISIN code: FR0004154060, Reuters code: ETGM.PA, Bloomberg code: NTG FP 7537

NetGem
Vanessa Vigar
Tel: + 31611562218,
Email: vanessa.vigar@netgem.com
or
CCgroup
Kevin Taylor / Alex Sowden / Daniela Marchesi
Tel: +44 118 920 7650
Email netgem@ccgrouppr.com.

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