reduced-footprint PhantomOS for the Phantom Game System and PhantomNet VPGN (Virtual Private Game Network).

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Infinium Labs says its next-generation Phantom is an always-on broadband device with a wealth of options, from wireless connectivity to massive multiplayer capabilities, allowing gamers to demo games before purchasing or subscribing. The system supports games on demand, game rentals, game demos, seamless upgrades and patch management. When it hits the market, Phantom will be the fastest, most powerful console on the market and will include a broad selection of pre-loaded games, on-demand games and game rentals, the company claims.

Key features and specifications of the Phantom game console, according to its product brief, include:

• Embedded computer -- based on an Intel motherboard
  
• Processor speed -- up to 3.0 GHz
  
• Memory -- 256MB DDR RAM
  
• Video -- nVidia video card
  
• Sound -- Dolby Digital 7.1 surround sound
  
• Storage -- 100+ Gigabyte internal drive
  
• Wireless -- built-in RF wireless modules
  
• Connections:
  • Video outputs -- S-Video, RCA or component video and PAL
    
  • 10/100 baseT Ethernet
    
  • Wireless keyboard and mouse
    
  • 2 USB ports
    
  • 4 controller ports
• Options --
  • Controllers, wireless and corded
    
  • Keyboard and mouse with charging base station
    
  • Storage expansion for additional game storage
    
  • DSL modem
    
  • Cable modem
    
  • Wireless WIFI card
    
  • Memory upgrades
    
  • Speaker sets
    
  • Flat screen displays

Phantom's rear panel connections

According to Infinium Labs, the ability to select from a comprehensive set of individual OS features, services, multimedia support, and device drivers, made it possible to to pick and choose which components are essential for creating a compelling, entertaining PhantomOS Game System while maintaining the smallest possible footprint.

"This step forward allows us to continue to develop the PhantomOS using Windows XP Embedded to build our own unique operating system and graphic user interface that will set us apart from other game platforms," said Infinium Labs CEO Timothy M. Roberts.

Venturcom Inc., a Microsoft Windows Embedded Partner Gold-Level Member, will provide development support along with the Windows XP Embedded licenses to Infinium Labs for its Phantom Game System.