—An exciting new approach to PC entertainment on show at CeBIT 2011. WAVI Xtion (pronounced “way-vee action”) comprises two components— the WAVI wireless media streaming device, and the Xtion motion sensor. It streams high definition media wirelessly from a PC located in one room toa TV in another, while infrared gesture-based multimedia playback, games and applications introduce the first ever officially-supported motion-sensing PC interface.

Motion-sensing PC entertainment on big screen TV
WAVI Xtion integrates motion-sensing technology from PrimeSense® with the exclusive ASUS Xtion Portal user interface to bring consumers closer to technology through intuitive interaction with applications. Connections to both PCs and TVs via wireless HDMI(WHDI technology) deliver smooth transfers of high definition content such as movies, games and photos in 5GHz with a range of up to 25 meters.

Software products available on launch include MayaFit Cardio Lite, a motion-sensing fitness training game and BeatBooster™, a multiplayer racing adventure game where users maneuver jet aircraft with their body movements. Enjoying PC games on the living room big screen TV is possible; the proprietary Xtion engine supports the remapping of keyboard controls into motion gestures for a variety of popular third party games.

Online store offers diverse choice
WAVI Xtion enables a wide selection of multimedia content and entertainment applications, working seamlessly with the ASUS @vibe online store* to deliver music, games and apps, all through the cloud.

Xtion Pro developer kit
Developers interested in creating gesture-based PC entertainment content can make use of the ASUS Xtion PRO developer pack, the world’s first professional PC motion-sensing toolset. It opens up new opportunities for cost and time-efficient development of various applications, including games of every genre. ASUS plans to launch the Xtion Pro Developer Challenge in March, with attractive prizes and publishing deals for winning developers. Selected apps will be placed on the ASUS @vibe online store*. Further details available at www.asus.com.

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ASUS WAVI Xtion combines full HD wireless media streaming with the world’s first PC motion-sensing interface, providing remote gesture-based control of PC entertainment content on a big screen TV.

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ASUS WAVI Xtion combines full HD wireless media streaming with the world’s first PC motion-sensing interface for a new and exciting approach to entertainment. High definition movies, games and photos stream from PC to HDTV in 5GHz. Multimedia, gaming and apps support wireless and intuitive gesture control, with content managed via the Xtion Portal interface. WAVI Xtion integrates with the ASUS @vibe online store* to provide access to adverse range of content.
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ASUS announces innovative new motion-sensing control technology at CeBIT 2011, the first ever for the PC. WAVI Xtion combines full HD wireless media streaming with a PC-based motion-sensing interface to bring an exciting new approach to home entertainment. High definition movies, games and photos stream smoothly to HDTV over 5GHz wireless with a 25m range. Full remote control of multimedia playback, games and other applications in living room comfort becomes possible through intuitive gesture input via the Xtion Portal interface. WAVI Xtion works with the ASUS @vibe online store* to provide a diverse range of content, including games and apps.

*ASUS @vibe integration expected early Q3 2011.

Specifications – WAVI Xtion

Product specifications and feature may change without prior notice. Check www.asus.com for further details.

Further details on ASUS at CeBIT 2011 may be accessed from the following links:
http://cebit2011.asus.com 
http://techinstyle.tv

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