OTTAWA, June 17, 2003 - QNX Software Systems today announced that Hyundai Autonet, a leader in automotive multimedia electronics, has selected the QNX® Neutrino® realtime operating (RTOS) for its Driver Information System (DIS) Platform.

This telematics platform, based on the mobileGTTM architecture, is one of the first to use the emerging networking standard MOST (Media Oriented System Transport) to provide information and entertainment throughout the car. MOST, a fiber-optic network optimized for the automobile industry, together with the QNX Neutrino RTOS, enables the DIS platform to simultaneously run navigation systems, hands-free phone modules, rear-seat entertainment screens, and other media-rich applications. The unit also integrates standard automotive controls like window lifts, seat adjusts, and HVAC through a single, multi-function console.

To manage the complexity of system's many DIS functions, Hyundai Autonet uses a range of automotive-grade QNX software modules, including the Photon microGUI®, audio and graphics drivers, networking stacks, and a flash file manager. The modular architecture of the QNX Neutrino RTOS keeps the system "future ready," allowing application and system software to easily be added or updated and lengthening the life cycle of the platform.

"We get a distinct competitive advantage by using QNX Neutrino in our design," said Suk-Jin Kang, CEO of Hyundai Autonet. "Besides providing the ultra-reliability that it's renowned for, QNX Neutrino lets us bundle more functionality into a single platform, at less cost."

"We're thrilled that Hyundai Autonet has chosen QNX for their sophisticated telematics platform," said Dan Dodge, CEO of QNX Software Systems. "QNX operating system technology, with its proven track record in 9?1?1 systems, high-speed trains, and thousands of other mission-critical applications, not only provides the reliability demanded by systems like Hyundai Autonet, but offers the flexibility to support new telematics services as they come down the road."

QNX and Hyundai Autonet teams are now demonstrating the pilot system, with full production expected by 2004. A demonstration of the DIS platform can be seen at the upcoming 10th ITS World Congress and Exhibition 2003, November 17 - 20, in Madrid, Spain.

About Hyundai Autonet
Hyundai Autonet, a leading Korean automotive electronics supplier of multimedia, networking, and other electronics components, is creating the "multimedia world inside the car." By investing in core R&D areas like digital sound systems, AV/navigation, telematics, voice recognition, networking, and safety & power train electronics, Hyundai Autonet is developing infotainment systems that enable drivers to enjoy both information and entertainment inside the car.

As a manufacturing leader in the world of automotive electronics, Hyundai Autonet manufactures OEM products for Korean car manufacturers, including Hyundai and Kia Motors, with sales of US$437M in 2002. Visit www.hyundaiautonet.com.

About QNX Software Systems
Founded in 1980, QNX Software Systems is the industry leader in realtime, microkernel OS technology. The inherent reliability, scalable architecture, and proven performance of the QNX Neutrino RTOS make it the most trusted foundation for future-ready applications in the networking, automotive, medical, and industrial automation markets. Companies worldwide like Cisco, Ford, Johnson Controls, Siemens, and Texaco depend on the QNX technology for their mission- and life-critical applications. Headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, QNX Software Systems maintains offices in North America, Europe, and Asia, and distributes its products in more than 100 countries worldwide. Visit www.qnx.com.

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