GSM World Congress, Cannes, France — (press release excerpt) — Leveraging the optimal performance and low power consumption of OMAP processors from Texas Instruments Inc. (TI), RidgeRun today launched its new Escali platform, a comprehensive multimedia mobile phone software solution for the rapid introduction and development of GSM/GPRS and 3G handsets. Together with Smart Fusion's J2ME Java implementation, the Escali platform includes a robust Linux foundation, powerful multitasking and networking, an open applications framework, and extensible messaging and contact management applications.

Applications developed on TI's OMAP platform include new functionality and perform better than those written for other hardware platforms. In addition, the expansive global developer communities, inherent robustness and proven reliability of Linux and Java enable Smart Fusion and RidgeRun to offer a compelling new platform that scales to meet the needs of a range of multimedia handsets.

“As a member of TI's OMAP Developer Network, RidgeRun has optimized its multimedia phone software platform for the OMAP platform using Linux, Java and a variety of proprietary and third party components,” said Rudy Prince, CEO of RidgeRun. “The Escali platform takes advantage of a solid Linux foundation, Smart Fusion's J2ME Java implementation, and TI's extensive third party developer network to deliver a powerful, reliable multimedia solution to GSM/GPRS and 3G handset developers.”

“RidgeRun's Escali multimedia software platform leverages the OMAP processor's open, easy-to-use programming environment to help device manufacturers deliver a number of exciting new applications that run on Java and Linux,” said Paul Werp, worldwide marketing director for TI's OMAP platform. “RidgeRun's software solution, combined with TI's scalable OMAP processors, also offers a robust, compelling solution for developers creating multimedia applications for mobile Internet devices.”

 
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