HORSHAM, Pa. and LINKÖPING, Sweden – 24 Feb 2006
– Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT) today announced it has completed its previously announced
acquisition of Kreatel Communications AB (publ).
Kreatel is a leading developer of innovative Internet Protocol (IPTV) based
digital set-tops. Kreatel’s Linux-based solution extends into the application
and middleware layers, allowing it to be used with a broad set of middleware
solutions. This flexible set-top platform is a natural complement to Motorola’s
end-to-end digital video solutions. Motorola offers flexible solutions
throughout the cable, xDSL, and fiber-to-the-premise (FTTP) video chain –
including network infrastructure, video headend and transport, industry-leading
MPEG-4 encoding, and connected home devices.
Kreatel’s management team and employees will remain based in Linköping, Sweden,
and be integrated into the Motorola Connected Home Solutions business.
Source: Motorola press release
