Discretix Multi-Scheme DRM Available for the Latest Version of Android (Froyo)

• Comprehensive DRM Solution Deployed Over All Versions of Android OS;
• Adopted by Leading Handset OEMs

SANTA CLARA, CA — (August 9, 2010) — Discretix, the leading global provider of embedded security solutions, today announced that its Multi-Scheme DRM Client is now available for version 2.2 of the Android™ operating system (codenamed Froyo). Deployed on devices from Sony Ericsson, HTC, Motorola and other leading OEMs, Discretix’ Multi-Scheme DRM Client supports all major DRM schemes in use today, enabling high-end content services for smartphones, netbooks, tablets and other connected devices.

Discretix’ Multi-Scheme DRM Client will provide the highest possible levels of security and multimedia performance to devices using Android. Able to support OMA DRM V1.0/2.1, Microsoft® PlayReady™, Microsoft® WM-DRM 10 and CPRM, the client can also be easily expanded to address future schemes. The Discretix Multi-Scheme Content Protection Client is compliant with robustness requirements set by CMLA, Microsoft, 4C Entity and OMTP. Where available the client utilizes the hardware based security sub-systems, trusted execution environments, hardware cryptographic accelerators, and the secure database mechanism to protect licenses and device keys.

By choosing Discretix’ Multi-Scheme DRM for the Android operating system, OEMs enjoy easy integration with their chosen applications resulting in a short time-to-market. The client is fully integrated with all Open Handset Alliance applications.

For more information about Discretix Multi-Scheme DRM Client and to obtain a development emulator, visit www.discretix.com.

About Discretix:

Discretix’ security solutions are deployed in a wide range of consumer electronics devices enabling services and applications, while protecting the device and its contents.  Discretix’ products include embedded security co-processors and a broad range of security applications.  The solutions are tightly integrated into the device, enhancing security without compromising the user experience.  Discretix, a privately-owned company, serves the needs of some of the world’s best-known semiconductor and device manufacturers and has been consistently ranked among the leaders of the embedded security market.  For more information, please visit www.discretix.com.