LAS VEGAS - Myvu Corporation has debuted a new generation of personal media viewers, the Myvu Crystal and Myvu Shades. These viewers turn portable media devices to hand-free, private cinemas in devices as fashionable as sunglasses.

"We’re taking video-on-the-go from techno-geek to techno-chic, crossing age and gender barriers," said Kip Kokinakis, president and CEO of Myvu Corporation. "Our new line brings together world leaders in design and function."

Myvu Crystal

The Myvu Crystal features an increased resolution from Quarter VGA to VGA quality without sacrificing its sleek, ergonomic design. In addition, myvu crystal has a 35 percent increase in the field of view over existing myvu models, providing true DVD quality. Built for durability, Myvu Crystal still retains the appearance of a delicate, elegant pair of high-end eyeglasses.

Myvu Shades

The Myvu Shades features a glance-down design that allows viewers to maintain true situational awareness. This unique design provides a broad and unobstructed field of view that enables new applications and uses that were not possible before.

Both Shades and Crystal also include a rechargeable battery with up to 10 hours of viewing time for shades and up to four hours of viewing time for crystal, as well as earbuds from Ultimate Ears. Myvu shades and crystal work with portable media players, including all iPod with video models, Sansa-View, Microsoft Zune, mobile phones (Nokia N95 and select Samsung models), portable DVD players and various game consoles.

The Myvu Shades is priced at US$199.95 and availability is set for late January 2008 via Amazon. Pre-orders are now being accepted. The Myvu Crystal is priced at US$299.95 and availability is set for Spring 2008.