"To our valued customers:
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the support you've
given 3dfx over the years. Through all our ups and downs, we've always been
proud of our extremely loyal customers and fans. That's what makes our
recent actions so difficult.
Although we've done our best to avoid taking drastic action, we have finally
been forced to admit that there is no possible way we can continue in our
current state. As such, we have negotiated an agreement with nVidia that
will allow us to provide the best possible result to our creditors,
investors, employees and customers.
Under this agreement, nVidia will acquire certain, specific assets from 3dfx
including technology, company and product brands and other assets. In
addition, the 3dfx board of directors has recommended to our shareholders
the dissolution of the company over the next few months. Until that time,
however, 3dfx products will remain available at various retail and online
locations, and we will continue to support our current and future customers.
For additional information, please see the press releases that were issued
by 3dfx on December 15, 2000.
While we firmly believe this agreement is in the best interest of all
involved, we deeply regret these actions. Again, we want to extend our
sincerest thanks to every one of you who helped 3dfx revolutionize 3D
graphics and 3D *** on the PC.
Sincerely,
Scott Sellers
3dfx Founder and CTO "
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Dan Wiggins
Austin, TX