Neuros MPEG-4 Recorder 2 Breaks the Sony PSP Content Logjam

Digital VCR Unlocks the Potential of the PSP as a Portable Video Player

CHICAGO, Illinois- November 21, 2005 Neuros Technology International LLC, creators of the
innovative Neuros line of digital media devices today announced the launch of their MPEG-4
Recorder 2 aimed at providing content for the Sony PSPTM. This adds to their line of MPEG-4
Recorders that have been called “digital VCRs for the portable video age.” The Recorder 2
records video content from any video source directly onto memory cards that are playable on the
Sony PSPTM, as well as other handhelds.

With a screen size that’s more than twice the size of the iPodTM’s and with more advanced video
capabilities, why hasn’t there been more buzz about the PSPTM as a portable video player? The
number one answer: lack of inexpensive and easily available content.

When it comes to the PSPTM, users have so far had three options for getting video content onto
their devices. They could purchase movies pre-recorded on UMD memory cards at $20 each
from a small catalog of available titles. They could find and attempt to convert into the right
format whatever content might be available from dubious sources on the web. Or they could buy
a PC capture card and undertake the grueling ordeal of manually converting and transferring these
files to the PSPTM. With these choices, it’s no wonder most PSPTM users have chosen “none of
the above,” and the PSPTM’s video capabilities remain tragically underutilized.

In the MPEG-4 Recorder 2, Neuros has created an affordable product that can record directly
from any video source (TV’s, VCR’s, DVD players, PVRs/DVRs like TivoTM, camcorders, etc.)
onto Memory Stick or Compact Flash (CF) memory cards. It’s as easy to use as a VCR and
produces recordings that can be immediately and easily played back on a PSPTM without
conversion or the need for a PC.

The Neuros Recorder 2 works as follows: The device is plugged into the video-out jacks of any
video source (TV cable box, VCR, DVD player; camcorder, etc) using supplied standard RCA
cables, and the ‘Record’ function is then selected using the supplied remote. When the recording
is finished, the user simply pops the memory card out of the Recorder 2 and into the PSPTM and
hits ‘Play’ to enjoy high-quality video entertainment in the palm of their hand. The device can
also be programmed for timed recording just like a VCR, so users can record “The Daily Show”
while they sleep or this afternoon’s ballgame while they work. And it’s just as easy to record the
analog output of DVDs or to digitize home movies.

“There is a stark difference between our approach and that of most of our competitors. Neuros
stands for openness and protecting consumer’s fair use rights. While the industry giants tussle
over which proprietary, locked-down piece of malware will emerge as the best way to squeeze
every last nickel out of unsuspecting customers, Neuros is working to make sure your content is
open and plays everywhere without hassle,” said Neuros CEO Joe Born. Accordingly, the
MPEG-4 files produced by the Recorder 2 can be played back directly on virtually any portable
device accepting memory stick or CF memory cards and with the use of an inexpensive adapter
(not included) for devices accepting other types of memory (for example, the SD cards accepted
by many PDA’s, SmartPhones, and Portable Media Players such as the Neuros 442).

The Recorder 2 can also be used to view recorded video, digital photos and audio files on TV’s
and home stereos by simply plugging it into the RCA jacks on a TV and hitting ‘Play’. The
Recorder 2 is pocket-sized and weighs only a few ounces, so it can be easily taken on the road as
a portable digital VCR.

Key Features:

• Effortlessly record from any video source (TV Cable box, Satellite Receiver Box,
  PVRs or DVRs Like TiVoTM, DVD players, VCR, Camcorders).

• Simple RCA cable setup that works without a PC and operates like a VCR.
  M PEG-4 video format allows content to be viewed directly on PSPTM’s or any
  other device that accepts standard Memory Stick or Compact Flash (CF) memory
  cards (not included).

• The MPEG-4 format is also compatible with many portable media devices. Those
  not accepting Memory Stick or CF memory cards may require an inexpensive
  adapter.

• A great way to digitize home movies for archiving, emailing, or playback on
  portables and laptops.

• Small enough to use as a portable VCR.

• Three resolution Settings: VGA (640 x 480) for playback on TV; QVGA (320 x
  240) for high-compression playback on most handhelds; and WQVGA (368 x
  208) optimized for playback on PSPTM’s.

• Four recording quality settings: Superfine, Fine, Normal, and Longplay.

• Uses Advanced Audio Codec (AAC) format for high-quality stereo sound.

• Upgradeable firmware allows for expanded functionality in the future.

• Includes “The Core Pocket Media Player,” an open-source media player for Palm
  OS-based and Windows CE / Windows Mobile-based devices.
   

Pricing and Availability:

The Neuros MPEG-4 Recorder will be available through selected e-tailers in North America and
Europe beginning in late November, 2005 for a suggested retail price of $149.99 (USD).
Memory Stick and CF memory cards are required and are sold separately. The Neuros Recorder 2
is also available directly at www.neurostechnology.com .

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