iZ3D Selected to Join Microsoft Startup Accelerator Program

Released on: June 5, 2008, 12:07 am

Press Release Author: Carol Warren

Industry: Telecommunications

Press Release Summary: Global Program Helps Accelerate the Success of Innovative
Startups Committed to Microsoft's Platform Technologies


Press Release Body:

San Diego, CA, June 05, 2008 -- iZ3D, LLC, designer, developer, and marketer of
advanced 3D visualization systems, is pleased to announce that it has been selected
to join the Microsoft Startup Accelerator Program. Stewarded by the Emerging
Business Team (EBT) at Microsoft Corp., the program is designed to connect
high-potential startups committed to the Microsoft platform to an extensive support
network that provides access to Microsoft people and programs.
"We are pleased that Microsoft acknowledges the emergence of 3D as a viable trend
for immersive gaming, computer design and home theater purposes. Through our
selection into the Microsoft Startup Accelerator Program we are hoping to work
closely with Microsoft to expose more consumers to the thrill of the stereoscopic 3D
experience through our 22-inch widescreen 3D monitors," remarked Thomas Striegler,
CEO of iZ3D, LLC.

Microsoft is committed to serving as a valuable technology and business partner for
emerging startups and their investors. Companies are selected to join the program
based on innovation, marketability, growth potential, funding, platform decision and
strategic importance to Microsoft. These companies receive customized engagement
plans designed to support their software development and increase market visibility.
The program is now open to interested startups who can apply via a profiling process
outlined at the Microsoft Startup Zone at http://www.microsoftstartupzone.com.

"iZ3D provides a valuable solution, and we are pleased to have the company join the
program," said Anne-Marie Roussel, Senior Principal Business Development Manager,
Emerging Business Team at Microsoft Corp. "Its monitor technology, designed to
enhance the 3D electronic entertainment market, in combination with Microsoft's
offerings makes a compelling solution that should be well received in the market."

The Microsoft EBT evaluates hundreds of technology startups each year to identify
those with the strongest potential to succeed in the market, shape the industry's
future, and enhance the overall value of Microsoft products and services for
customers. The Microsoft Startup Accelerator Program shines the spotlight on some of
the most promising startups and provides good examples of how startups can work
successfully with Microsoft.

About iZ3D, LLC
Headquartered in San Diego, iZ3D, LLC, develops and markets iZ3D brand products for
the electronic entertainment market as well as for commercial and professional
visualization applications. Three-dimensional imaging is gaining appreciable
attention in the display market, and interest in the various iZ3D visualization
technologies is rapidly increasing.
Due to the popularity of the initial iZ3D monitor product from Neurok Optics LLC, a
US-based 3D technology developer and marketing company, a new joint venture has
formed with Chi Mei Optoelectronics (CMO), a Taiwan-based leading worldwide TFT-LCD
manufacturing company.

The company specializes in the design and engineering of advanced 3D visualization
products, and specifically targets Game and Entertainment as its markets. For more
information, visit http://www.iz3d.com or call 858-646-3015.
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Contact:
Carol Warren
Antarra Communications
San Diego, CA
714-891-3660 x14
cwarren@antarra.com
http://www.iz3d.com


Web Site: http://www.iz3d.com

Contact Details: Contact:
Carol Warren
Antarra Communications
San Diego, CA
714-891-3660 x14
cwarren@antarra.com
http://www.iz3d.com

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