$99 gaming device offers instant access to big budget and casual video games and media libraries via GameFly Streaming, Google Play, emulation and PC mirroring

PARIS — (BUSINESS WIRE) — September 8, 2016 — EMTEC International announced the Gaming-Entertainment-Multimedia (GEM) Box, an all-in-one gaming and entertainment microconsole, is now available in stores and online worldwide. For a suggested $99.99 USD, the EMTEC GEM Box includes the device, a Bluetooth gaming controller and one month’s access to the GameFly Streaming service. The device features four unique ways to play video games, including GameFly Streaming, Android gaming, PC mirroring and retro emulation that will appeal to families, casual gamers and hardcore players alike. More information about the EMTEC GEM Box including a trailer, console specs, detailed information and a list of games is available on the official website: EMTEC-GEMBox.com

“Our motto is ‘technology made for life,’ and the GEM Box truly exemplifies this idea. It packs a great deal of entertainment options into a tiny package, giving everyone from parents to core gamers the flexibility to forget about tech limitations and just have fun together,” said Nathalie Lamri, Marketing Director at EMTEC. “We designed the GEM Box to fill a void between game consoles and streaming boxes, and are confident that it offers an exceptional value for videogame fans of all ages.”

With four ways to play, the GEM Box is a versatile product with something for everyone:

• GameFly Streaming features over 70 on-demand AAA games for a low monthly fee, and includes instant access to award-winning titles like Bioshock, Tomb Raider, Borderlands, Pac-Man, Hitman, DiRT, Saints Row, Dead Island and more (full list at this link)
• Android Gaming via Google Play offers over a million free and cheap titles for all ages, including any apps already linked to a user’s Google account. Out of the box, the GEM Box includes four pre-loaded Gameloft games (including popular racing and kids games) for instant action
• Retro Gaming via emulation provides access to an enormous range of classic titles that span the history of gaming, letting players relive the 8-bit and 16-bit eras
• PC Game Streaming lets players enjoy cutting-edge PC games in comfort, mirroring content from the computer to any TV in the home

The diminutive EMTEC GEM Box is just 3.25 inches square, less than an inch tall and weighs 3.7 ounces, so it’s discreet in home entertainment centers and a perfect option for gaming on the road. It supports up to four Bluetooth controllers for couch co-op and head-to-head multiplayer action, while a gyroscopic remote with physical QWERTY keyboard will also be available separately. The microconsole’s user interface has been built from the ground up for an intuitive experience, while the GEM Store provides a curated list of over 165 Google Play games that are optimized for controller support.

Beyond gaming, the EMTEC GEM Box grants access to millions of Android apps and media services, while several entertainment apps including YouTube come pre-installed. Consumers can rent or access their entire library of music, TV and movies from the Google Play store, or enjoy their own personal multimedia library and entertainment content via USB or microSD port. Android and iOS devices can mirror content directly to the TV, making it simple to use the device as a media hub for sharing photos and multimedia content directly from a phone, tablet or laptop.

With EMTEC’s 75 years of experience in the hardware industry and a device powered by Gigabyte Technology’s award-winning motherboard and graphic chipset, buyers can be confident of the EMTEC GEM Box’s quality construction, performance and durability.

Visual assets, including product shots, game images, logos and trailers can be downloaded via the following links:

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About EMTEC

Distributed in over 50 countries, EMTEC prides itself on a 75 year history of reliable, easy-to-use products whose creative and elegant designs appeal to the consumer as much as their technical performances. EMTEC products incorporate the most recent innovations: ingenious storage solutions, connected entertainment devices (audio, gaming, movies), and mobile accessories to let the user take advantage of modern technology and enjoy their digital life with simplicity. In 2016, EMTEC is determined to become the brains of tomorrow’s smart home with streaming video, connected audio and a personal cloud that seamlessly sync for an intuitive, consumer-friendly solution.

Learn more at www.emtec-international.com/

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