IncWell and MediaLinks to Introduce Java Powered IncWell NetAnimator,
Develop Next Generation Roadster Technology
January 18, 1999. Chandler, Arizona. IncWell DMG, Ltd of Chandler,
Arizona, makers of the advanced, Macintosh-based multimedia
development environment SuperCard, closed a wide technology and
marketing agreement with Japan-based MediaLinks Corporation, an
internet multimedia developer.
The agreement will include development of a next generation of
Windows based extensions to the SuperCard multimedia family of
products, including an upgrade of IncWell's Roadster technology, a
plug-in architecture for streaming SuperCard content through the
Netscape and Microsoft Internet Explorer web browsers on Microsoft
Windows family of operating systems.
"MediaLinks' Java and Windows products and underlying technologies
add tremendous value to the web designer's tool box, in addition to
providing the ease of use that our customers have come to expect from
IncWell. Our agreement will also strengthen our Roadster technology,
allowing SuperCard users to easily create and deliver complex
streaming media to multiple platforms without having to leave the
friendly Macintosh environment," said Keith B. Shaw, CEO of IncWell,
DMG Ltd.
The first fruit of the agreement is the introduction of a
Windows-based interactive animation product, IncWell NetAnimator.
IncWell NetAnimator employs both path based and timeline based
animation and clickable, reactive characters called Members. Members
can take users to different parts of the animation, or launch
Internet URLs. Users can deploy NetAnimations through a powerful but
very small Java applet, an ActiveX control, or as standard Windows
screen savers. Pricing and availability are available through the
IncWell web site.
The agreement, architected by Proactive International, LLC of
Beaverton, Oregon, a worldwide channel agency, includes development
of subsequent products from the combination of IncWell and MediaLinks
technologies.
"We share a vision with IncWell, that web delivered multimedia
shouldn't require an NT administrator to do the creative work. Our
combined efforts puts the creative technology back into the hands of
designers, educators and multimedia enthusiasts," said Keiichi
Nagakusa, CEO of MediaLinks Corporation.
About IncWell DMG, Ltd
IncWell develops, markets and sells software tools and content
management solutions for deployment over any web, including
award-winning educational content, that exemplify ease of use. In
addition to the SuperCard family of products, IncWell DMG produces
SPECTRUM, an educational content service, recommended by the
Discovery Channel Online, America Online, Classroom Connect, Prodigy
Homeschooling Center and the Catholic Educational Network. For more
information about IncWell, visit its website at
http://www.IncWell.com.
About MediaLinks Corporation
MediaLinks Corporation of Tokyo, Japan, develops Windows and Java
based media tools for multi-platform deployment. Started in 1993,
MediaLinks, was an early developer for Video CD in the Japanese
marketplace, and continues to develop animation and graphics products
for home users as well as professionals.
About Proactive International, LLC
Proactive International, an international channel agency, establishes
and expands computer and telecoms distribution channels throughout
Asia, Europe and the Americas. Proactive specializes in high profile,
Japan distribution of software products. Proactive solutions include
channel creation, multinational partnering and international
acquisitions. Proactive International solutions can be found at
http://www.proactive-intl.com.
Contact:
Proactive International, LLC
6107 SW Murray Blvd #151
Beaverton Oregon, 97008
Ph. 503-520-0191
Fx. 503-643-9877
