RCN Launches RCN WebWatch - a New Remote Video Monitoring Service28 January 2005
RCN Corporation (Pink Sheets: RCNI) announced today the launch of RCN WebWatch, a first-of- its-kind home monitoring system that allows customers to remotely view real-
time video of their home or business through any PC, which is connected to a
high-speed Internet connection. This offering is another example of the
quality products RCN can deliver over its Megaband(R) network. The service
will be available in RCN's Boston market immediately, with other markets to
follow.
"RCN is using its fiber-rich network to bring peace of mind to its
customers with remote monitoring based on innovation and our high bandwidth
infrastructure," said Pete Aquino, CEO of RCN Corporation. "This service
allows homeowners, business owners, mothers and fathers the ability to watch
their homes or businesses while they are not there. This product showcases our
commitment to providing our customers with the most compelling, most
innovative broadband services available on the market."
Using RCN's high-power WebWatch system is simple and convenient.
Customers place up to four small wireless cameras throughout their homes or
businesses. When away from the home or business, they log in to a secure
website through the Internet to view real-time, streaming videos. Customers
can view one camera at a time or all four simultaneously. The video can also
be recorded for later viewing.
RCN WebWatch is installed by trained RCN technicians and includes easy-to-
use features that offer endless possibilities for the consumer. Its wireless
cameras feature specially-designed motion detectors that, when activated,
record automatically and notify customers via email, cell phone or other
wireless device, that motion has been detected in their home or business. The
system fits any lifestyle and use by allowing users to set individual
schedules for recording and notification.
RCN WebWatch also has a unique invite feature that allows multiple users
to view real-time, streaming videos simultaneously from different locations.
Users can invite family or colleagues via email to view real-time video at
pre-specified times. These features allow friends and relatives far away to
watch a first step or to join in celebrating a child's birthday.
RCN provides the fastest Internet speeds available to residential
customers, allowing WebWatch users to view up to four real-time streaming
videos with remarkable clarity. RCN WebWatch leverages software developed by
Casero Inc. and is based on RCN's Wi-Fi 802.11g wireless broadband home
networking package, which provides customers with a full range of additional
wireless computing options.
"This is the perfect technology for individuals who need to keep an eye on
their residences or businesses. They can make sure their pet is OK,
investigate why a burglar alarm has gone off or confirm that a child got home
from school on time," said Elad Nafshi, Director of Internet and Phone Product
Management. "It's ideal for parents, adults looking after their elderly
parents, pet owners, small business owners and vacation property owners."
RCN WebWatch is available to RCN Internet subscribers for an additional
$9.95 per month. Included in the monthly service fee is one wireless web
camera and 24-hour technical support. Additional wireless cameras may be
purchased through local retailers. For more information visit
http://www.rcn.com/webwatch.
RCN Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements regarding future
events and future performance of RCN that involve risks and uncertainties that
could materially affect actual results. This information is qualified in its
entirety by cautionary statements and risk factors disclosure contained in
certain of RCN's Securities and Exchange Commission filings. For a
description of certain factors that could cause actual results to vary from
current expectations and forward-looking statements contained in this press
release, refer to documents that RCN files from time to time with the
Securities and Exchange Commission.
Source: PR Newswire
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