Silicon & Software Systems (S3) Appoints Maojet as New Sales Representative in Taiwan

Taiwan -- July 24 , 2008 – Silicon & Software Systems Ltd. (S3), a global provider of leading edge mixed-signal IP and SOC Design and Implementation services for power-efficient single-chip systems, today announced that it has appointed Maojet Technology Corporation as its new sales representative in Taiwan to support its’ Taiwanese sales efforts. Maojet was formed in 1992 and is a professional EDA tool and silicon IP distributor in Taiwan. The company, headquartered in Taipei, also has branch offices in Hsin-Chu City. Through its commitment to investment in technology, capital assets, and people, Maojet has a proven track record of offering superior promotion, sales and service for silicon IP product lines.

“We are very pleased to announce the appointment of Maojet as our new sales channel in this important region. We chose Maojet because they bring a wealth of relevant industry experience and direct access to key decision makers in the industry which we are confident will help drive the development of deep customer relationships and sales of our extensive portfolio of high performance Mixed Signal IP,” said Dermot Barry, VP Consumer Silicon at S3. “Taiwan represents a huge opportunity for growing S3’s market share and Maojet are uniquely positioned to facilitate the acquisition of new customers for our technology in this territory.” concluded Barry.

 “S3’s portfolio of complex Mixed Signal IP, particularly their Convertors and Analog Front-Ends for communications applications, forms a complementary addition to our growing list of industry leading clients. As the Mixed Signal content on all ICs grows, customers face the choice of developing themselves or buying from a third party. S3’s silicon proven IP, particularly at 90nm and 65nm and with a roadmap to 45nm, is a very attractive option for many Taiwanese customers. We view this market as having significant growth potential in the coming months and years.” said Ted Tsai, General Manager, Maojet Technology Corporation.

About Maojet Technology Corporation

Maojet Technology Corporation provides Taiwan with technical engineering services, customer service and customer support for a variety of silicon IP and EDA products from leading electronics and semiconductor IP suppliers. The company, headquartered in Taipei, also has branch offices in Hsin-Chu City. Through its commitment to investment in technology, capital assets, and people, Maojet provides superior service to their customers and offers superior promotion, sales and service for silicon IP product lines. For more information, please visit the Maojet web site.

About Silicon & Software Systems Ltd. (S3):

S3 is the Connected Consumer Technology Company, providing expert consumer systems and technology design solutions. S3’s professional services and products enable its clients to design and deliver next-generation devices, systems and services to consumers at home and on the move. For IC designers and product managers, S3 delivers a comprehensive portfolio of mixed-signal IP and design services for power-efficient single-chip systems. S3’s 90nm and 65nm SoC customers are repeat users, who benefit from having the confidence to meet tight time-to-market schedules with reduced design risk. Founded in 1986, S3 is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland with design centers, sales offices and representatives globally. For further information please visit www.s3group.com