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RealNetworks creates products and services that make it easier for people to access and enjoy digital media on the devices and platforms they choose to use.

Whether it's music, movies, games, live streaming video, or apps that help them keep close to the people who matter most, Real thrives on giving people the fresh and entertaining experiences they deserve—whenever, wherever they want.
We do this in two ways: directly to consumers through our applications and services; and through partnerships with well-established businesses and mobile operators throughout the world.

Now and Then
Many remember Real for giving the Internet a voice back in 1995. That year marked the introduction of the first audio streaming solution for the Internet, RealAudio®. Continued innovation led to generations of RealVideo® and what is now known as RealPlayer®, which has now been downloaded more than 100 million times at a continued rate of millions of downloads per week.
Today, RealPlayer® stands as one of the most popular applications on the market, due in part to continuous improvements in delivery quality and product features, in addition to its broad compatibility across a wealth of devices.
RealPlayer plays more audio and video files than any other media player. It also lets you download videos from thousands of websites with only one click and transfer it to popular mobile phones and portable devices like the iPhone, BlackBerry, Palm Pre and Nokia smartphones, and the iPad, iPod and Sony PSP.
But that's certainly not the whole story. Real is also the largest creator, publisher, and distributor of casual games available through the global destinations of GameHouse®, Zylom, and Atrativa. And for one-stop premium content, including music, video, and games, Real offers SuperPass—a monthly membership package that includes $10 in Rhapsody MP3 music credits, a new social game each month with hundreds of free gift coins, and access to exclusive online video content like 24-hour access to CBS's Big Brother, reality shows from VH1, and more.

Chances Are, You're Already a RealNetworks Customer

Real powers audio and video on more than 700 million mobile handsets and CE devices. Through solutions provided by Real and its extensive global network of partners, manufacturers around the world license our pioneering technology and provide their customers with an exceptional mobile multimedia experience—all so people can access and enjoy the digital entertainment they want.
Our digital entertainment platform powers music, video, messaging, and ringback tone services for mobile operators around the world. In fact, our R&D team in South Korea pioneered ringback tones in 2002, and they continue to break ground by introducing exciting new mobile services.
Here are a few additional examples of our global reach:

• If you're in the U.S. and you watch mobile video, chances are you're using a Real service, offered as V CAST Video from Verizon Wireless or Mobile Video from AT&T.
• If you're in Europe and you hear a ringback tone when calling a friend, chances are you're enjoying Real services through Vodafone or other partners in Spain, Portugal, Germany, and Turkey.
• And if you're in Asia, the hotbed of mobile entertainment and home to our lead mobile R&D center, you're probably using Real's video ringback tone, Emoticon SMS, and other cutting-edge services—all through carriers like SK Telecom, Bharti Airtel, and China Unicom.

It's not only mobile operators and manufacturers that turn to Real, but also businesses involved in the now-exploding tablet space. Operating system developers and original equipment manufacturers recognize the power and efficiency of our format. And increasing numbers are adding it to their tablet solutions. Meanwhile, behind the scenes, we're continually updating the technology required to deliver audio/visual content, called "codecs," to ensure that the highest-quality music and videos arrive on your device as quickly as possible.

Looking Beyond Technology

Real was originally founded with the mission to "make things better with technical progressivism." Simply put, we believe in looking beyond our walls and making a positive impact on the lives of others, which we can do through the experiences we create and through the actions we take.
Here are just a few of the causes and philanthropic efforts we support:

• We place high priority on bringing technology and education to underdeveloped countries, reducing waste, and empowering our employees to improve the communities in which they live and work.
• The RealNetworks Foundation supports a wide range of charitable programs through its competitive grant making and Employee Gift Matching programs.  Each year, we pledge 5% of our profits to fund community enhancement and sector-specific grants to organizations devoted to direct human services, the environment and freedom of expression. Grantees include: National Wildlife Federation; ACLU; Amnesty International; Muscular Dystrophy Association; American Red Cross; and Habitat for Humanity.
• At our Seattle Headquarters, the Green Committee has reduced waste by 29% by implementing an extensive recycling program that includes composting.
• Our Bike to Work teams contribute to a cleaner environment each day and have high levels of enthusiastic participation, as measured by miles commuted.

Final Word

For us, technology is a creative expression. This belief inspires our thinking and helps us create experiences that help people enjoy life a little more, and sometimes, help the world around us progress.


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