New Magic Announces DIGITALVISION-HD (Digital / High-Definition Media Centre), Australia's "FIRST" PC TV Tuner solution with integrated Australian Electronic Program Guide.

July 5 2005, Sydney - New Magic Australia today introduced a breakthrough in home entertainment solutions with the announcement of the "DIGITALVISION-HD Digital / High Definition Media Centre" range of products for the WindowsXP platform. The range consists of three models: DIGITALVISION-HD PCI, USB2 and the upcoming PCI-Express. Included within each product is the award winning ShowShifter Media Centre software. The DIGITALVISION-HD boasts an Australian first - integrated into ShowShifter is IceTV_s Australian 7-day Electronic Program Guide (EPG) - iceguide. New Magic have negotiated with IceTV (www.icetv.com.au) to have a one month iceguide subscription included in all DIGITALVISION-HD models at the point of sale. The customer will then have the option of extending the subscription once the initial month period has expired.

"We are very pleased to offer this fully locally supported product. It is a completely integrated solution, excellent value-for-money and unique in the marketplace" said Darrell Van Der Wolf - National Sales and Marketing Manager for New Magic Australia.

Designed For Australian Users

For the first time, Australian Users have access to a PC TV Tuner and Media Centre solution that fully supports Australian High Definition TV, with an integrated Australian EPG right out-of-the-box. It_s all you need to turn your PC into a flexible entertainment powerhouse! We are very excited about offering iceguide with the DIGITALVISION-HD range of products_ said Duncan Ross, CEO of IceTV. _This will give Australian customers the opportunity for the first time to have iceguide fully integrated with a product at the point of sale so they can immediately experience the benefits of using iceguide with a Media Centre Solution.

Highest Quality, Easy to use and Full of features

The DIGITALVISION-HD uses state-of-the-art hardware to provide the clearest, sharpest picture on your desktop, in windows or full screen. The included ShowShifter (all-in-one) Media Centre software gives the viewer the ability to watch live digital TV, record TV, pause live TV (time shift), view photos, listen to your favorite music and digital radio, watch DVD's and all within the one easy-to-use software application. Add to this iceguide_s integrated Electronic Program Guide (EPG) and Australian Digital TV on your PC has never been easier.

Solid Commitment

DIGITALVISION-HD hardware is made to the highest manufacturing standards available and offers a unique combination of superior picture quality, rock-solid two year warranty, local Australian support and Australian-tested performance.

Availability and Pricing

DIGITALVISION-HD PCI and USB models are expected to start shipping from July 2005 and will be available through New Magic Australia dealers nation wide and have a recommended sell price of $299 (inc GST), See the New Magic website www.newmagic.com.au to locate your nearest dealer. DigitalVision-HD PCI-Express is expected to ship Q4 2005. DIGITALVISION-HD products will also be available to the reseller channel via sub-distributor Multimedia Technology P/L www.mmt.com.au.

For more information visit: www.digitalvision-hd.com

Box shots are found here: http://www.newmagic.com.au/Support/Files/DV-HD_RGB_Web.zip (Web Quality) 1.1Mb

http://www.newmagic.com.au/Support/Files/DV-HD_CMYK_Print.zip (Print Quality) 3.1Mb

About New Magic New Magic Australia Pty Ltd is a recognised leader in the distribution and marketing of multimedia hardware and software. We represent a carefully selected range of innovative, leading manufacturers, catering for both the professional and consumer markets. New Magic has been established for over 15 years. Our staff pride themselves in offering the highest levels of customer service and technical support.

New Magic Australia 34 Soldiers Road, Jannali, NSW, 2226 Phone (02) 9528 4555 Fax: (02) 9589 2311

Web: www.newmagic.com.au Email: sales@newmagic.com.au

Press Contact: Darrell J Vanderwolf Sales / Marketing Manager, New Magic Australia Pty Ltd ABN 57 100 704 416

Melbourne Office: Direct: (03) 9752 5200 E-mail: darrell@newmagic.com.au Postal Address: PO Box 18, Belgrave, Vic, 3160

NSW Head Office: 34 Soldiers Road Jannali, NSW, 2226 Phone (02) 9528 4555 Fax (02) 9589 2311

Web Site: www.newmagic.com.au