Press Release
June 1, 2009
miRoamer Awarded Australian Information Industry Association 2009 iAward
April 14, 2009
miRoamer named in Australian Anthill ‘Smart 100’ Index
January 9, 2009
miRoamer and Blaupunkt Awarded Popular Mechanics 2009 Editor’s Choice Award
January 6, 2009
miRoamer Partners with Blaupunkt to Introduce the World’s First Internet Car Radio
January 7, 2008
Torian Wireless Now Offers iRoamer Software
January 7, 2008
Torian Wireless Launches MiRoamer for Consumers
miRoamer Awarded Australian Information Industry Association 2009 iAward
AIIA select miRoamer as Australia’s most outstanding innovator in the media and entertainment category for their world’s first Internet car radio
(Melbourne, Australia – June 1, 2009) – miRoamer, a global innovator in the Internet radio industry, announce that they have been awarded Australian Information Industry Association (AIIA) 2009 iAward in the media and entertainment category. AIIA’s iAwards recognize Australia’s most outstanding information and communications technology (ICT) innovators and were presented at the 2009 iAwards Gala Dinner held at the Crown Casino in Melbourne on May 27, 2009. miRoamer was selected for their introduction of the world’s first Internet car radio, which give drivers access to the world’s largest and most diverse selection of Internet radio content through their car stereo.
The iAwards are Australia's leading ICT industry awards. Each year, the AIIA runs the iAwards as the Australian member of the Asia-Pacific ICT Alliance Awards (APICTA) to deliver a truly international awards program to the Australian technology community. The iAwards recognize finalists and winners across sixteen different categories – including sustainability, government, education, media, healthcare and security. Special awards were also given for students, start-ups, exporters and community value.
“As the iAwards enter its fifteenth presentation this year, we continue to witness the strength of Australian technology innovation,” said Ian Birks, CEO, Australian Information Industry Association. “These innovations are not only solving problems in clever ways but they are also tackling problems on a broad scale through the use of ICT to address the challenges faced by businesses in Australia and around the world.”
The world’s first Internet car radio by Blaupunkt will enable drivers to tune into miRoamer’s tens of thousands of radio stations and really feel like they’re there. Users’ favorite Internet radio stations can be easily chosen via clearly arranged information on a large screen display, enriched by state-of-the art performance in terms of car multimedia and consumer electronics connectivity.
“We are extremely honored to be recognized by Australian Information Industry Association iAwards as Australia’s most outstanding innovator in the media and entertainment category,” said Robert Demian, Head of Global Sales, miRoamer. “By partnering with Blaupunkt, who has always been recognized as the first to introduce new and innovative products to the car audio markets, consumers now have access to all of the great benefits of Internet radio in their car, while experiencing unparalleled sound quality and reliability that is far superior to what they are accustomed.”
miRoamer also offers the ability to browse genres or stations and customize preferences, providers and search options online at miroamer.com. The Internet portal also allows users to add media that is not currently offered on miRoamer, by simply providing the URL and adding it to their favorites.
The 2009 iAwards winners will be invited to represent Australia in the Asia-Pacific ICT Awards (APICTA) in Melbourne later this year where they will compete with the best ICT companies recognized in the Asia Pacific region.
The full list of the Australian Information Industry Association 2009 iAward winners and merit award recipients can be found online at http://www.iawards2009.com/wai_winnersyear.jsp?Year=2009. Video testimonials of award winners are available at http://www.youtube.com/user/2009iawards.
About Australian Information Industry Association
The Australian Information Industry Association (AIIA) sets the strategic direction of the ICT industry, influences public policy, engages industry stakeholders and provides member companies with business productivity tools, advisory services and market intelligence to accelerate their business growth. For more information, visit www.aiia.com.au.
About miRoamer
miRoamer is an Australian-based subsidiary of Mi Media Holdings Limited. Their miRoamer technology is a category-leading software for enhanced Internet radio entertainment, which can be installed in a variety of consumer electronic products, including car radios, smart phones, digital picture frames, and audio-visual equipment from televisions to home stereo systems. Users have access to media content from a common platform, using as many electronic products as they wish. The miRoamer Internet portal allows users to access favorite content providers and stations, as well as customize how they access them. For more information, visit www.miroamer.com.
miRoamer named in Australian Anthill ‘Smart 100’ Index
The world’s first Internet car radio selected as one of Australia’s 100 most innovative products
(Melbourne, Australia – April 14, 2009) – miRoamer, a global innovator in the Internet radio industry, announce that their world’s first Internet car radio was named one of Australia’s 100 most innovative products in Australian Anthill Magazine’s ‘SMART 100’ Index. The Smart 100 was unveiled at a ceremony held at LifeLab, Digital Harbour in the Melbourne Docklands on April 9, 2009. The Internet car radios give drivers access to the world’s largest and most diverse selection of Internet radio content through their car stereo.
Leading business magazine Australian Anthill and market research leader Colmar Brunton joined forces to create the ‘Smart 100’, Australia’s largest and most democratic innovation awards. The Awards process spanned over six months and harnessed the power of 1,600 mavens identified by Colmar Brunton to judge the 861 products entered. Industries represented include medicine and bio-technology, sport, energy, occupational health and safety, textiles, telecommunications, education, art and the environment.
“The SMART 100 aims to bring a greater commercial focus to the concept of innovation, returning ownership of the principles surrounding this important word to the private sector,” said James Tuckerman, Founder and Publisher, Anthill Magazine, and founder of the ‘SMART 100’ Index. “Most awards rely on the expertise of a select few. The inaugural ‘SMART 100’ employed the knowledge and opinions of over 1,600 ‘maven’ judges.”
The world’s first Internet car radio by Blaupunkt will enable drivers to tune into miRoamer’s tens of thousands of radio stations and really feel like they’re there. Users’ favorite Internet radio stations can be easily chosen via clearly arranged information on a large screen display, enriched by state-of-the art performance in terms of car multimedia and consumer electronics connectivity.
“We are honored to be recognized by Anthill Magazine’s ‘SMART 100’ Index as one of Australia’s 100 most innovative products,” said Robert Demian, Head of Global Sales, miRoamer. “By partnering with Blaupunkt, who has always been recognized as the first to introduce new and innovative products to the car audio markets, consumers now have access to all of the great benefits of Internet radio in their car, while experiencing unparalleled sound quality and reliability that is far superior to what they are accustomed.”
miRoamer also offers the ability to browse genres or stations and customize preferences, providers and search options online at miroamer.com. The Internet portal also allows users to add media that is not currently offered on miRoamer, by simply providing the URL and adding it to their favorites.
The full list of the Australian Anthill ‘SMART 100’ Index, along with analysis by Australian Anthill and Colmar Brunton, can be found online at http://anthillonline.com/anthill-magazines-smart-100-2009.
About Anthill Magazine
Anthill is one of Australia’s leading business magazines and online communities. It is dedicated to innovation, entrepreneurship and the commercial development of Australian ideas. Anthill is distributed nationally through over 1,200 newsagents, via subscription and through its recently re-launched Web site. For more information, visit http://anthillonline.com.
About Colmar Brunton
Colmar Brunton is one of Australia's largest market research agencies, with offices in
Singapore and every mainland state of Australia. Colmar Brunton stays at the forefront of technology by embracing new ways to gain greater insights from research. Colmar Brunton and Anthill have partnered in the development of a new methodology that combines traditional measures with new technologies and crowdsourcing techniques. For more information, visit http://www.cbr.com.au.
About miRoamer
miRoamer is an Australian-based subsidiary of Mi Media Holdings Limited. Their miRoamer technology is a category-leading software for enhanced Internet radio entertainment, which can be installed in a variety of consumer electronic products, including car radios, smart phones, digital picture frames, and audio-visual equipment from televisions to home stereo systems. Users have access to media content from a common platform, using as many electronic products as they wish. The miRoamer Internet portal allows users to access favorite content providers and stations, as well as customize how they access them. For more information, visit www.miroamer.com.
miRoamer and Blaupunkt Awarded Popular Mechanics 2009 Editor’s Choice Award
The world’s first Internet car radio from the two companies among top products at 2009 International Consumer Electronics Show
(Consumer Electronics Show, Las Vegas, NV – January 9, 2009) – miRoamer, a global innovator in the Internet radio industry, and Blaupunkt, one of the world’s leading consumer electronics manufacturers and specialists in car multimedia, announces that Popular Mechanics awarded miRoamer and Blaupunkt’s world’s first Internet car radio their Editor’s Choice Award for best new products at the 2009 International Consumer Electronics Show. The Internet car radios give drivers access to the world’s largest and most diverse selection of Internet radio content through their car stereo.
Popular Mechanics Editor’s Choice Award recognizes the top twenty new products at the International Consumer Electronics Show, chosen by the magazine’s technology editors. Winners of the award are recognized for their outstanding achievement in new product design and innovation. Popular Mechanics has given out the Editor’s Choice Award since 1998.
“We chose miRoamer and Blaupunkt’s Internet car radio as one of our 2009 Editor’s Choice Award winners because its solution is forward-thinking and likely to have a tremendous impact on the entire in-car entertainment industry,” said James Meigs, Editor-in-Chief, Popular Mechanics. “I believe this is a technology people have wanted for some time. Now, with a push of a button, users can access AM/FM stations or Internet radio’s thousands of music, entertainment, news and talk stations from around the world, all from the same car stereo.”
The world’s first Internet car radio by Blaupunkt will enable drivers to tune into miRoamer’s tens of thousands of radio stations and really feel like they’re there. Users’ favorite Internet radio stations can be easily chosen via clearly arranged information on a large screen display, enriched by state-of-the art performance in terms of car multimedia and consumer electronics connectivity.
“We are honored to be recognized by Popular Mechanics as a top twenty new product design and innovation,” said Robert Demian, Head of Global Sales, miRoamer. “By partnering with Blaupunkt, who has always been recognized as the first to introduce new and innovative products to the car audio markets, consumers now have access to all of the great benefits of Internet radio in their car, while experiencing unparalleled sound quality and reliability that is far superior to what they are accustomed.”
miRoamer also offers the ability to browse genres or stations and customize preferences, providers and search options online at miroamer.com. The Internet portal also allows users to add media that is not currently offered on miRoamer, by simply providing the URL and adding it to their favorites.
About Popular Mechanics
Popular Mechanics is a magazine that helps readers master the modern world. In addition to providing hands-on coverage of personal technology, cars and home improvement, Popular Mechanics reports in depth on the science and technology behind major issues -- including such stories as disaster planning, hydrogen fuel and other energy alternatives, military expenditures, and digital privacy. For more information, visit www.popularmechanics.com.
About miRoamer
miRoamer is an Australian-based subsidiary of Mi Media Holdings Limited. Their miRoamer technology is a category-leading software for enhanced Internet radio entertainment, which can be installed in a variety of consumer electronic products, including car radios, smart phones, digital picture frames, and audio-visual equipment from televisions to home stereo systems. Users have access to media content from a common platform, using as many electronic products as they wish. The miRoamer Internet portal allows users to access favorite content providers and stations, as well as customize how they access them. For more information, call 317-806-1900 x120 or visit www.miroamer.com.
miRoamer Partners with Blaupunkt to Introduce the World’s First Internet Car Radio
Drivers can access largest and most diverse global selection of Internet radio from their car stereo
(Consumer Electronics Show, Las Vegas, NV North Hall Booth #5418 – January 6, 2009) – miRoamer, a global innovator in the Internet radio industry, is announcing a partnership with Blaupunkt, one of the world’s leading consumer electronics manufacturers and specialists in car multimedia, at the 2009 Consumer Electronics Show (CES). The partnership will introduce the world’s first Internet car radio, giving drivers access to the world’s largest and most diverse selection of Internet radio content through their car stereo.
"The beauty of Internet car radio is the customized user experience," said George Parthimos, Founder and CEO, miRoamer. "Today, users want to jump in their car and go – no pulling out third-party devices or plugging in cords to access their music and information. miRoamer’s development with Blaupunkt is the first seamless Internet radio solution. Now, with the simple push of a button, users can access AM/FM stations or Internet radio’s thousands of music, entertainment, news and talk stations from around the world, all from the same car stereo."
The world’s first Internet car radio by Blaupunkt will enable drivers to tune into miRoamer’s tens of thousands of radio stations and really feel like they’re there. Users’ favorite Internet radio stations can be easily chosen via clearly arranged information on a large screen display, enriched by state-of-the art performance in terms of car multimedia and consumer electronics connectivity.
"The move to develop an Internet car radio solution is a new paradigm and a real starting point for in-car digital media," said Robert Demian, Head of Global Sales, miRoamer. "miRoamer was the first and remains the only true digital media platform. By partnering with Blaupunkt, who has always been recognized as the first to introduce new and innovative products to the car audio markets, consumers now have access to all of the great benefits of Internet radio in their car, while experiencing unparalleled sound quality and reliability that is far superior to what they are accustomed."
"Integrating Blaupunkt stereos with miRoamer technology was a logical step in creating a truly multimedia driving experience," said Dr. Gerhard Pitz, Head of Product Center, Car Radio, Blaupunkt. "Drivers will be able to use all the features they’re familiar with, such as phone, address book, Bluetooth and navigation, but with the first Internet radio, driven by miRoamer, we are able to offer them the ability to tune into the world."
miRoamer also offers the ability to browse genres or stations and customize preferences, providers and search options online at miroamer.com. The Internet portal also allows users to add media that is not currently offered on miRoamer, by simply providing the URL and adding it to their favorites.
Availability
Blaupunkt Internet car radio stereos, driven by miRoamer, will be rolled out as built-in original equipment. For more information on currently available miRoamer software, content or technology, please contact Robert Demian at +61 401-674-123 or visit www.miroamer.com.
About miRoamer
miRoamer is an Australian-based subsidiary of Mi Media Holdings Limited. Their miRoamer technology is a category-leading software for enhanced Internet radio entertainment, which can be installed in a variety of consumer electronic products, including car radios, smart phones, digital picture frames, and audio-visual equipment from televisions to home stereo systems. Users have access to media content from a common platform, using as many electronic products as they wish. The miRoamer Internet portal allows users to access favorite content providers and stations, as well as customize how they access them. For more information, call 317-806-1900 x120 or visit www.miroamer.com.
About Blaupunkt
For information about Blaupunkt visit www.blaupunkt.com.
Torian Wireless Now Offers iRoamer Software
World’s First Universal Internet Radio Platform is Now Available to OEMs and ODMs
(Consumer Electronics Show, Las Vegas, NV North Hall Booth #6613 – January 7, 2008) - Torian Wireless, a leading innovator in the Internet radio industry, announces today at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, NV the release of their iRoamer technology to device manufacturers. Original equipment manufacturers (OEM) and original design manufacturers (ODM) can benefit from the category leading software for enhanced Internet radio entertainment in their portable device/s.
iRoamer technology is the world’s first universal Internet radio platform. More than just a database of Internet radio stations, the software is a complete system, delivering content, an integrated software delivery mechanism (API), which enables connectivity, and a modular hardware device, which can be used to enable third party devices to connect to Internet media with no development delays. iRoamer provides a complete solution for manufacturers as well, who for the first time can offer a packaged Internet media solution into any portable wireless device.
"Many manufacturers and vendors are looking for ways to capitalize on the big push into the portable market right now," said George Parthimos, founder and CEO of Torian Wireless. "iRoamer intensifies that push. No longer are devices limited to one basic Internet radio database. With iRoamer, manufacturers can offer the world’s largest and most diverse selection of Internet radio content with their portable devices, as well as enormous advertising opportunities at the same time."
iRoamer is a completely customizable system and allows manufacturers to now have control over the media that each of their iRoamer-ready products provide. The software gives manufacturers and vendors the ability to limit the content customers receive and to add premium content at will. Because iRoamer is a two-way device, statistical data about user demographics and listening habits are easily captured, making for significant advertising opportunities that vendors can take advantage - with their ownership of the channel itself. iRoamer will provide platform advertising in banner advertising on miRoamer, an online Internet portal where users can access all of their favorite providers and stations and then customize how they access them at will.
iRoamer is available now for all OEMs and ODMs. For additional information, visit: www.iRoamer.com.
About Torian Wireless
Torian Wireless is a technology development company, specializing in cutting edge Internet products and services, developing portable and enhanced fixed Radio Internet capabilities and solutions. Torian Wireless is the owner and developer of iRoamer technology, the industry standard for portable Internet media connectivity. iRoamer is a truly interactive, dynamic, global system which has been designed with the users experience as primary focus. Until now, the world’s supply of IP radio has been limited to individual aggregators at best, scattered across different Web sites, all with their own look and feel. With iRoamer, not only are all these sources combined, users are able to access them all via portable devices as simply as they do now with Mp3s all at no ongoing cost. For more information, visit http://www.torianwireless.com/.
Torian Wireless Launches MiRoamer for Consumers
Online Portal Gives Users Access to the World’s Largest and Most Diverse Selection of Internet Radio Content and the Ability to Customize Their Experience
(Consumer Electronics Show, Las Vegas, NV North Hall Booth #6613 – January 7, 2008) - Torian Wireless, a leading innovator in the Internet radio industry, announced today at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, NV the launch of MiRoamer. MiRoamer is an online portal where users can access the world’s largest and most diverse selection of Internet radio content, and then customize how they access them at will. Users can setup their own search options, remove certain providers, subscribe to premium service, even lookup a station guide, all from the same place.
MiRoamer is a one-stop-shop for all Internet radio needs. After setting up a personal account, users can access all of their favorite Internet radio providers, stations, and streams, as well as numerous other features. Users will have the ability to select from hundreds of providers, tens of thousands of free Internet radio stations, and a vast array of premium content, creating custom playlists from those stations. The Internet portal also allows users to add media that is not currently offered on MiRoamer, by simply providing the URL. MiRoamer merely allows users to login and manage all of their content and settings from the same place.
"With the launch of MiRoamer, the 60 million Internet radio users will now be able to truly personalize their Internet radio experience," said George Parthimos, founder and CEO of Torian Wireless. "Users will not only have access to the world’s largest and most diverse selection of Internet radio content, but now they will be able to take control of what they listen to, all in one place and from anywhere in the world."
Also, if a user chooses to purchase an Internet-capable device which is MiRoamer-enabled, they can then wirelessly synchronize their portable or static device with their MiRoamer portal. Changing device settings such as presets, or adding a custom URL, can all be done through the Portal, meaning no more fumbling with small screens and frustrating device interfaces. Users can even wirelessly synchronize their MiRoamer-enabled Internet car radio with their other devices. MiRoamer also allows parents to restrict access to their children's devices.
MiRoamer is free to consumers. To sign up and for more information, go to: www.MiRoamer.com.
About Torian Wireless
Torian Wireless is a technology development company, specializing in cutting edge Internet products and services, developing portable and enhanced fixed Radio Internet capabilities and solutions. Torian Wireless is the owner and developer of iRoamer technology, the industry standard for portable wireless connectivity. iRoamer is a truly interactive, dynamic, global system which has been designed with the users experience as primary focus. Until now, the world’s supply of IP radio has been limited to individual aggregators at best, scattered across different Web sites, all with their own look and feel. With iRoamer, not only are all these sources combined, users are able to access them all via portable devices as simply as they do now with Mp3s all at no ongoing cost. For more information call 317-806-1900 x111 or visit http://www.torianwireless.com/.