Atmel's FingerChip Biometric Sensor Selected by Rise Computer for its Robust Security

San Jose, California (ots/PRNewswire) -

Atmel(R) Corporation (Nasdaq: ATML), an inventor and leading
provider of swipe sensor technology and solutions, announced today
that its FingerChip(R) fingerprint sensor solution has been selected
by Rise Computer, Inc. for its RX5622 LCD PC. Rise will showcase this
biometrics-capable LCD PC during 2008 Computex in Taipei, Taiwan.

Atmel's FingerChip solution as a standard feature enhances
consumer friendliness in the RX5622 LCD PC by allowing users to
conveniently manage user accounts and passwords and protect data via
finger swipes. The RX5622 LCD PC features a slim, all-in-one 19"
touch screen LCD display integrating the latest Intel Quad Core
technology along with other consumer friendly options, such as
WiFi(R), Bluetooth(R), built-in speakers, Webcam and TV tuner.

Atmel's FingerChip solution is based on its unique thermal
sensing technology. It provides excellent fingerprint image capture,
>25kv ESD protection, and superior protection against mechanical and
chemical erosion. It works seamlessly with Atmel's Trusted Platform
Module for a "one-stop-shop" for PC security.

"We have chosen the Atmel FingerChip solution for its robust
fingerprint imaging capabilities and end-to-end design support
capabilities," commented Rocky Ma, Director of R&D from Rise. "Its
excellent performance against dry, wet, dirty, greasy and other types
of difficult fingers guarantees the best of user experience during
every day, real life usage scenarios. And we appreciate the
integration support from the local Atmel team in Taiwan to ensure the
most ergonomic design necessary for the best biometrics performance."

"RX5622 LCD PC from Rise is truly impressive in its ability to
pack so many user friendly features along with desktop PC performance
in a slick, all-in-one LCD display," said Bruno Charrat, Director of
Biometrics Product Line at Atmel. "We are pleased to work with Rise
to enhance the overall usability of the LCD PC with our turnkey
fingerprint sensor solution optimized specifically for the PC. And we
look forward to continue our penetration into the PC market."

Both Atmel and Rise are exhibitors at Computex 2008 in Taipei.
Please come to see Atmel's FingerChip and TPM solutions at Booth N027
and Rise's LCD PC at Booth L329a, L330, L331a and L332.

About Atmel

Atmel is a worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of
microcontrollers, advanced logic, mixed-signal, nonvolatile memory
and radio frequency (RF) components. Leveraging one of the industry's
broadest intellectual property (IP) technology portfolios, Atmel is
able to provide the electronics industry with complete system
solutions focused on consumer, industrial, security, communications,
computing and automotive markets.

About Rise Computer

RISE COMPUTER INC. is one of the leading and innovated designers
and quality manufacturers developing high-performance All-In-One LCD
Panel PC and IA/IPC Motherboards in the market.

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and combinations thereof, FingerChip(R), and others, are registered
trademarks, or trademarks of Atmel Corporation or its subsidiaries.
WiFi(R) is a registered trademark of WiFi Alliance. Other terms and
product names may be trademarks of others.

Information:

For more information on Atmel's TPM products, go to
http://www.atmel.com/products/embedded

For more information on Atmel's FingerChip products, go to
http://www.atmel.com/products/biometrics

Press Contacts:
Nancy Moore, Marketing Communications Manager
Tel: +1-719-540-3262, Email Nancy.Moore@atmel.com
Helen Perlegos, Public Relations
Tel: +1-408-487-2963, Email: hperlegos@atmel.com

Web site: http://www.atmel.com

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Contact:
Nancy Moore, Marketing Communications Manager, +1-719-540-3262,
Nancy.Moore@atmel.com, or Helen Perlegos, Public Relations,
+1-408-487-2963, hperlegos@atmel.com, both of Atmel Corporation