Improved Chinese Text Entry for Cellphones

Zi Corporation has launched its most advanced predictive text solution for China to date - with complete phrase-level input for phonetic and stroke modes, new levels of error toleration and with Cangjie input for mobile device users in Hong Kong and Taiwan.

This new version of Zi's predictive text input solution is the only one in the world with run-on phase-level input for mobile devices - allowing users to type a phrase through Stroke, Pinyin or Zhuyin mode, even if a match could not be found. This feature is particularly in demand for the input of Chinese phrases using a keyboard.

"We are proud of our heritage and innovative position in the Chinese market and today's announcement demonstrates that our commitment is ongoing and total," said Milos Djokovic, President and Chief Executive Officer of Zi Corporation.

"As China's mobile users continue to demand the very best capability in their SMS ease of delivery they can be assured that any handset with 'Zi inside' will be equipped with the latest language expertise."

eZiText is currently available in 54 language databases. Original equipment and design manufacturers from Asia that have licensed Zi's predictive text solutions include Bluewinc, Pos & Tech, Sungil Telecom and Codial Tech, all located in Korea, and Hong Kong-based Advanced Wireless Group."

Posted to the site on 15th June 2006