Live and On-Demand Mobile Video Available over HotPoint's National Wi-Fi Network

SmartVideo Technologies, announced that it has signed a national Wi-Fi distribution agreement with HotPoint Wireless, Inc. one of the country's premier operators of wireless communications to hotels, restaurants, retail, residential, convention centers, hospitals, and airports. HotPoint provides a comprehensive solution to wireless communications offering the right solution for any given location with state-of-the-art equipment and complete turn-key service. Currently HotPoint is operating wireless networks in over 550 locations nationwide and nearly 20 international sites. In addition, HotPoint is deploying Wi-Fi enabled kiosks in diversified groups of high traffic locations.

High-speed Internet access is no longer optional for major hotel chains, apartment and condominium complexes and commercial buildings. In order to remain competitive and increase occupancy rates facilities must make Internet access readily available. HotPoint recognized a market niche and has developed a network to address the rapidly expanding Wi-Fi market. HotPoint's infinitely flexible access options range from turn-key, fully-managed networks that allow for lobby-only all the way up to full property access.

"I am extremely pleased HotPoint has recognized the significant value we bring to the table with the breadth and depth of our live and on-demand content," said Richard E. Bennett, Jr., president and CEO of SmartVideo. "Our ability to deliver a dynamic, high quality viewing experience over cell phones and PDAs will further enhance the public's growing dependence on their mobile devices for news and information. It has become increasingly important for people everywhere to have access to news as it is happening and our company is the perfect medium to deliver it."

"SmartVideo's delivery of mobile video content is unparalleled in the industry. No other company we have encountered can deliver video at the quality levels and as reliably as they can. We are delighted that subscribers all across the U.S. can now use their cell phones and to access to this exceptional line-up of live and on-demand television programming," said Mike Karvitz, CEO, of HotPoint Wireless, Inc.