Thanks to the full product lineup of SigmaTel (Public, NASDAQ: SGTL), GMI Technology (Public, TPE: 3312) is able to provide a complete suite of portable consumer electronics solutions for 2006.

Following last year's acquisition of Oasis, Protocom, and Rio's R&D team for portable HDD Mp3 players, SigmaTel has consolidated its position in Consumer Electronics with technical developments and patents in MFP (Multi-functional Printing), video codecs, and audio technologies. SigmaTel will begin promotion of the STMP3600 Series IC in 2006. This solution cuts power consumption by over 50%, reduces PCB space by 20%, and provides easy integration with additional components and features such as wireless functionality.

GMI Technology and SigmaTel have been partners in Mp3 since 2002, and SigmaTel has become one of GMI Technology is most important suppliers. GMI Technology maintains SigmaTel project teams consisting of sales, marketing, FAE and R&D staff in service centers throughout Greater China. These expert teams provide downstream manufacturers with MP3 solutions and technical support for SigmaTel Mp3 projects.

"SigmaTel has become a leader in Mp3 market and is at the forefront of Mp3 technology," said Bruce Lee, Managing Director of GMI Technology is Consumer Electronics Division in Taiwan. "In addition to portable A/V products, SigmaTel developments in new applications will provide valuable contributions for a wide range of other GMI Technology solutions."