AUSTIN, Texas, December 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --

, a division of Logitech (NASDAQ: LOGI) (SIX: LOGN) and world leader in HD video collaboration, today announced it has joined the VMware Technology Alliance Partner (TAP) program. The VMware TAP program helps technology vendors integrate their products with VMware virtualization software and deliver timely, joint solutions to mutual customers.

"We are pleased to welcome LifeSize as the newest member of the VMware TAP program," said Sheryl Sage, director, Alliance Programs, VMware. "The VMware TAP program offers companies like LifeSize the tools and resources they need to develop high-value solutions that meet the needs of our mutual customers."

"Solidifying our role as a pioneer in the video conferencing industry, LifeSize is one of the first manufacturers to introduce virtualized infrastructure solutions," said Michael Helmbrecht, vice president of product marketing, LifeSize. "Our firewall traversal solution, LifeSize® Transit™, and our desktop and mobile solution, LifeSize® ClearSea™, both run on VMware virtualization technology. We believe this strategic relationship enables our technology to expedite deployment, reduce costs and deliver fast, easy scalability."

With more than 2,000 members worldwide, the VMware TAP program works with best-of-breed technology partners to provide them a comprehensive set of VMware technical and marketing services, support, tools and expertise to deliver enhanced value to joint customers.

About LifeSize Communications

LifeSize is a pioneer and world leader in high-definition video collaboration. Designed to make video conferencing truly universal, our full range of open standards-based systems offer enterprise-class, IT-friendly technologies that enable genuine human interaction over any distance. Founded in 2003 and acquired by Logitech in 2009, LifeSize, with its commitment to relentless innovation, continues to extend the highest-quality video conferencing capabilities to anyone, anywhere. For more information, visit http://www.lifesize.com.

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LifeSize Communications
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