Global DTV Companies Incorporate InstaPort^TM Technology as "Must Have" Feature in 2010 Models

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2010 International CES:

Silicon Image (NASDAQ:SIMG), a leader in semiconductors and intellectual property (IP) for the secure distribution, presentation and storage of high-definition (HD) content, today announced that it has shipped over 20 million InstaPort^TM-enabled port processors into digital television (DTV) models from leading manufacturers including Samsung, Sharp and Toshiba. The patent-pending InstaPort technology, featured in over 125 DTV models worldwide to date, is integrated in Silicon Image's SiI9287, SiI9387 and SiI9389 port processors. InstaPort technology enhances consumers' HD experience by eliminating the four to seven second delay when switching between HDMI^®-enabled devices connected to the DTV. A DTV with InstaPort will work with any HDMI source device in the market today.

The proliferation of InstaPort technology has been consumer-driven, with end users demanding quick access to digital content. In today's connected home, there are a wide range of HDMI-compatible source devices including DVD and Blu-ray Disc^TM players, set-top boxes (STBs), laptops, mobile devices and game consoles. These devices are connected to DTVs via HDMI ports, but instead of a seamless user experience, consumers are often faced with a four to seven second wait time when switching between devices.

"Switching delays with previous generation HDMI solutions has been one of the sore spots for the CE industry," said Randy Lawson, senior analyst of display electronics at market research firm iSuppli. "According to iSuppli's latest HDMI technology forecast, the market for HDMI-enabled consumer electronics devices capable of sourcing or displaying high-definition content is expected to grow by over 250 percent from 2009 to 2013. This is based on continued demand for HDTVs and a growing stable of HD-capable source devices. Addressing the issues with source-switching time between the now ubiquitous HDMI flat panel displays and the growing list of HDMI-enabled sources is clearly a value-add for CE OEMs."

Silicon Image's InstaPort technology adds intelligence to HDMI-enabled DTV inputs by performing simultaneous background High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) authentication on all connected HDMI-enabled source devices in advance of the source device actually being used. This simultaneous HDCP authentication decreases port switching lag time when reduced switching time counts the most - when the consumer wants to access content.

"Shipping over 20 million InstaPort-enabled port processors within a year highlights the success of the technology and the value it brings to the consumer, experiencing HD without delay," said Waheed Rasheed, director of product marketing at Silicon Image, Inc. "Top-tier DTV manufacturers have recognized InstaPort as a must-have feature and are incorporating the technology into their 2010 models."

Port processors are platforms for innovation that offer new features, technologies and standards for DTV HDMI ports that go above and beyond the basic HDMI switch function offered by analog switches by:

• Enabling manufacturers to seamlessly add HDMI 1.4 features over existing HDMI interfaces
• Creating differentiation across platforms by delivering higher performance, features and ports
• Easing integration and lowering risk through common interfaces such as 12C, SPDIF and Ethernet.

For more information on InstaPort technology or port processors please visit: www.siliconimage.com.

About Silicon Image, Inc.

Silicon Image, Inc. is a leading provider of semiconductor and intellectual property products for the secure distribution, presentation and storage of high-definition content. With a rich history of technology innovation that includes creating industry standards such as DVI and HDMI, the company's solutions facilitate the use of digital content amongst consumer electronics, personal computer (PC) and storage devices, with the goal to securely deliver digital content anytime, anywhere and on any device. Founded in 1995, the company is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with regional engineering and sales offices in China, Germany, Japan, Korea and Taiwan. For more information, please visit www.siliconimage.com.

Forward-looking Statements

This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of federal securities laws and regulations, including, but not limited to, statements regarding the performance, functionality, features, and benefits of Silicon Image's InstaPort technology. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, including those described from time to time in Silicon Image's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which could cause the actual results to differ materially from those anticipated by these forward-looking statements. Silicon Image assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement.

Silicon Image, the Silicon Image logo, and InstaPort are trademarks, registered trademarks or service marks of Silicon Image, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners in the United States and/or other countries.

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Silicon Image, Inc.
Sherrie Gutierrez, 408-616-4017
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