News

Want To Set The Mood Before Getting Home? Just Tell Your Car To Do It

San Francisco startup brings Amazon Alexa to cars

SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 18, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- "Wouldn't it be awesome to turn your house to party mode on your way back from work - setting your Sonos to your favorite track, Nest to 70 degrees, and lighting to that cool blue?", grins Arnab Raychaudhuri, founder of  HeadsUP!, a San Francisco startup. After leaving his job at the Pentagon, Arnab spent months working with industry experts to build HeadsUP!, an aftermarket head-up display that wirelessly connects to your smartphone in the car. 2 years and over 20 prototypes later, the company has finally arrived at a simple and safe solution that is purely voice controlled. The company is working with Amazon in using Alexa Voice Services to integrate HeadsUP! with their connected ecosystem; so a driver can send messages, get directions or ask HeadsUP! to set their living room temperature on their way home on a wintry day, all without touching their smartphone.

"The human machine interaction is changing from artificially imparted intelligence to a more naturally intuitive process," adds Arnab. Using Alexa, HeadsUP! users can interact with the unit by simply talking to it in natural language without having to remember specific commands. During the two years in making, HeadsUP! has been featured in numerous publications and been a finalist in various startup competitions including the NVIDIA Early Ventures Challenge.

The company is launching their pre-order campaign at getheadsup.com on February 18, 2016. Customers can order HeadsUP! at a reduced price of $299.99 during the pre-order campaign.

About HeadsUP!

HeadsUP! is a technology startup based in San Francisco. The company was incorporated in 2015 with the development of their first product, HeadsUP!. The company's mission is to invent from the ground up and enhance consumer lifestyle by making cutting-edge technology an affordable reality. To learn more, please visit http://www.getheadsup.com.

For more information, please contact:
Tarik Celebi
COO, HeadsUP!
Email
510-290-6998 
http://www.getheadsup.com
Twitter: @getHeadsUp

https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnvar/20160218/334654

https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnvar/20160218/334653

Video - http://youtu.be/w8sg9AXiJpg
Photo - http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160218/334654
Photo - http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160218/334653

SOURCE  HeadsUP!

Photo:https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160218/334654
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Photo:https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160218/334653
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Photo:https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160218/334654
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Photo:https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160218/334653
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Video:http://youtu.be/w8sg9AXiJpg
HeadsUP!

Web Site: http://www.getheadsup.com

JW Player Launches Apple TV App Builder, Signs Tasting Table as Pilot Customer

Industry's First Free App Framework for Apple TV Opens the tvOS Ecosystem to Video Content; Furthering the Company's "JW Everywhere" Mission

NEW YORK, Feb. 18, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- JW Player, a leading digital and mobile video platform and player company, today announces its Apple TV App Builder, a new open-source product within the JW platform. The Apple TV App Builder enables JW Player customers to develop a customized app for new Apple TV devices (fourth generation) with no coding, minimal configuration, and no additional cost. This solution is the industry's first free app framework for Apple TV, and the newest addition to JW Player's suite of video products.

https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnvar/20150206/174121LOGO

Tasting Table, the award-winning digital epicurean media brand, is the first customer to leverage the Apple TV App Builder to develop a customized app. Tasting Table has a robust video inventory of more than 250 food and drink-focused videos, and produces 30 new videos per month for its 8MM+ member community.  Tasting Table's original video programming features cooking demos, chef interviews, recipe videos, and more.

Using JW Player's solution, Tasting Table worked with JW Player to create a tvOS app ready for approval by Apple in under 24 hours. The company's full content library debuted as a featured app in the Apple TV store.

"Video has always been a mainstay of our content strategy, but with the creation of our in-house Content Studio and our recent push this past November to produce even more video, we knew we wanted to get our new content to an even broader audience. JW Player was already helping us seamlessly stream video to our website, so when it came time to identify a technology provider to help us build an app for Apple TV, it was the natural choice," says Rohit Gupta, Director of Product, TastingTable.com. "JW Player's Apple TV App Builder allowed us to go from no tvOS presence to a fully-branded app ready for final approval by Apple overnight, with only minimal resources required from our in-house team."

The Apple TV App Builder is available to all levels of JW Platform customers, including the free version. This makes it a significantly more affordable option than competitive offerings on the market. The solution works by automatically populating content from a customer's JW Player Dashboard to push videos, titles, descriptions, and images directly to the customer's Apple TV app playlist. The product allows for fully customizable design and branding, basic playback analytics reporting to the JW Player Dashboard, and playback of HLS video content from JW Platform and external URLs.

"Being ubiquitous in today's media environment is a necessity for any content creator. Previous versions of Apple TV were an invitation-only development system for publishers and brands, but with the release of the new device and accompanying tvOS SDK, we were able to create a simple but beautiful product that enables publishers of any size or budget to get their content onto Apple TV," says Jeroen Wijering, Co-Founder and Head of Product at JW Player. "Our mission is to enable our customers to publish their content on virtually any screen, and this product is the latest step towards that vision."

This is JW Player's first major new product offering following its $20M Series D funding. The Apple TV App Builder joins JW Player's product suite, including JW Player 7, the world's fastest video player, and the company's mobile SDKs for iOS and Android. These products come together to power "JW Everywhere," an initiative designed to allow customers to publish their content on virtually any screen within their strategic mix.

For more information on JW Player, please visit http://www.jwplayer.com.

About JW Player
JW Player is the New York-based startup that pioneered video on the web and is now innovating for the future. Started in 2008 as the world's first open source video player, today the company's customers span the globe across 193 countries and range from Fortune 500 companies to individual bloggers. The company's flagship product, JW Player, is live on more than 2 million sites with over 700 million hours of videos watched monthly by over 1.2 billion monthly unique viewers across all devices -- desktop and mobile web, as well as mobile and OTT apps. Nearly five percent of all video streams worldwide are delivered through JW Player. In addition to the player, the company's services include video hosting and streaming, advertising, and analytics. For more information, see http://www.jwplayer.com.

Media Contact
LaunchSquad for JW Player
jwplayer@launchsquad.com
212-564-3665

About Tasting Table
Tasting Table is the award­-winning digital media company for savvy food and drink enthusiasts.  TT tours the world of food and drink with the people who shape it--from chefs to mixologists, artisans to international tastemakers and beyond. TT's daily mission is to inspire its smart, stylish community of 8+ million epicureans to live deliciously through expert editorial content, lush photography and original video programming across multiple platforms online and off. Visit http://www.tastingtable.com to join the conversation.

Media Contact
Colbern Uhl
colbern@tastingtable.com
646-380-2968

Logo - http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20150206/174121LOGO

SOURCE  JW Player

Photo:https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20150206/174121LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Photo:https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20150206/174121LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
JW Player

Web Site: http://www.jwplayer.com

Vayyar Announces Walabot, a Handheld 3D Imaging System for Consumers, Developers and Curious Inventors Everywhere

Available in April 2016 for Android devices, Walabot sees beyond the limits of human vision

TEL AVIV, Israel and SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 18, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Vayyar Imaging (http://vayyar.com), the 3D-imaging sensor company whose technology makes it possible to see through objects, liquids and materials, announced today the launch of Walabot, a consumer version of its 3D imaging system. Walabot's powerful sensor technology can look through walls to detect structural foundations, track a person's location and vital signs as they move through a Smart Home, measure the speed of a fast-moving ball, and help drones and cars avoid collisions.  Available on Android devices in April 2016, Walabot's programmable sensors open up a world of possibilities for curious inventors and developers everywhere.

http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnvar/20151215/295930LOGO

"Walabot instantly turns a smartphone into a powerful 3D-imaging system at your fingertips.  Our advanced technology lets people see all kinds of things hidden in the world around them, adding yet another dimension to the way people use smart devices today," said Raviv Melamed, CEO and co-founder, Vayyar Imaging. "Walabot makes highly sophisticated imaging technology approachable, affordable and usable for everyone. It can help the blind avoid obstacles, sense - and alert you - if your mother or father has fallen in the shower, help your robot become autonomous, and much more. We can't wait to see what other kinds of applications makers and curious inventors around the world will create for Walabot."

Walabot API
Walabot will have various sample apps available at launch. Additionally, the Walabot API will also be made available to the public in April 2016, giving makers and inventors around the world the opportunity to develop content that takes advantage of Walabot's truly unique 3D imaging sensor technology. Not only can Walabot users play with existing apps, but they can also create their own or access apps available within the Walabot community. Walabot's technology is simple and intuitive, so people with any level of experience can use it to enjoy and better the world around them.

Walabot will range in price from $149 USD to $599 USD. To pre-order Walabot, or for more details on Walabot's capabilities, please visit http://www.walabot.com.

Vayyar Imaging will demonstrate Walabot's capabilities at Mobile World Congress Barcelona, February 22-26, 2016. Contact Vayyar at press@vayyar.com to set up a meeting and see Walabot in action. Press can access the Vayyar media kit here.

About Vayyar
Vayyar Imaging (http://vayyar.com) is changing the imaging and sensing market with its breakthrough 3D imaging technology. Vayyar's exclusive sensors quickly and easily look into objects, analyze the makeup of materials & track changes and movements - bringing highly sophisticated imaging capabilities to your fingertips. Our goal is to help people worldwide improve their health, safety, and quality of life using mobile, low-cost, and safe 3D imaging sensors. 

Located in Israel, Vayyar Imaging is a privately held company backed by Walden Riverwood, Battery Ventures, Bessemer Venture Partners, Israel Cleantech Ventures (ICV) and Amiti Ventures. Follow @VayyarInc and @Walabot on Twitter, like us on Facebook, or learn more at http://vayyar.com.

All trademarks contained herein are the property of their respective owners.

    Media Contacts:

    Amanda Taggart-Hughes              Mindy M. Hull

    Mercury Global Partners for Vayyar Mercury Global Partners for Vayyar

    +1 310 980 9587                                                       +1 415 889 9977

    amanda@mercuryglobalpartners.com   mindy@mercuryglobalpartners.com

    Twitter: @MercuryGlobal            Twitter: @mmhull
Logo - http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20151215/295930LOGO

SOURCE  Vayyar Imaging

Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20151215/295930LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20151215/295930LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Vayyar Imaging

Web Site: http://www.vayyar.com

The new Samsung Galaxy Tab E (8.0") -- a customizable tablet experience for the whole family

NEW YORK, Feb. 18, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Looking for a compact tablet that's fun for the whole family? The latest Samsung Galaxy Tab E (8.0") is now available from Verizon and it's perfect for families on-the-go. This powerful tablet features Multi-User Mode that enables separate logins, allowing each user to save settings and keep information private.

https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnvar/20160217/334562

Your device; your settings (even if you share it)

When you lend your tablet to a friend or family member, it often comes back with different background screens, altered settings and new or missing apps. With the Samsung Galaxy Tab E (8.0") unique user accounts option, that's no longer an issue. Everyone who plays or works on the tablet can create an individual account with their favorite applications, tools, settings and content.

For parents, that also means you can restrict the applications your kids can access or download. With the Samsung Galaxy Tab E (8.0"), mom and dad can watch their shows on go90 and the kids can enjoy thousands of parent-approved games available on the Google Play store. If you use the Samsung Kid's Mode available in Galaxy Essential widget, you'll have total control over your child's tablet experience, including age-appropriate content and games.

Featuring a crisp 8" screen and weighing less than a pound, the Samsung Galaxy Tab E is the perfect tablet to pack for a family road trip. Bundled with a Verizon data plan, your family can enjoy hours of streaming videos, follow friends and family online and upload videos and photos captured on the device's rear- and front-facing cameras.

Under the hood

All this fun shouldn't come at the cost of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Tab E (8.0") includes Ultra power saving mode that makes your battery last longer for when you need it the most. The feature turns the screen black and white and shuts down all unnecessary features to save battery life. Other key features include:

    --  8" WXGA 1280x800 resolution screen
    --  16GB of memory (add up to 128GB with a microSD card)[1]
    --  5 megapixel rear camera and 2 megapixel front camera
    --  1.3GHz Quad Core processor with Android Lollipop
    --  5000 mAH battery for up to 21 hours of use
    --  Multi-window support (run two apps at the same time)[2]
    --  KNOX defense grade security[3]
Pricing and availability

Get the new Samsung Galaxy Tab E tablet from Verizon today for $249.99 or $10.41 per month for 24 months with Verizon device payment (0% APR; full price $249.99). The tablet is also available for $149.99 with a new, two-year activation. You can add a tablet to your existing Verizon plan for an additional $10 per month (plus taxes and fees). The Verizon plan is available in five sizes, from size S with 1GB for $30/month to XXL with 18GB for $100/month, plus taxes and fees, and allows you to share data across up to 10 devices.

Get into the groove

The Samsung Galaxy Tab E is the perfect match for the new Samsung Level U Pro, a wireless headphone system that features high quality audio over Bluetooth, allowing you to further immerse yourself in the sounds you love. The headphones are available online and in stores for $99.99 in black and bronze.

Check out the new Samsung Galaxy Tab E (8.0"), the Samsung Level U Pro headphones and an assortment of protective covers, display protectors and kickstands at your local Verizon store or online at http://www.verizonwireless.com.

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) employs a diverse workforce of 177,700 and generated nearly $132 billion in 2015 revenues. Verizon operates America's most reliable wireless network, with more than 112 million retail connections nationwide. Headquartered in New York, the company also provides communications and entertainment services over America's most advanced fiber-optic network, and delivers integrated business solutions to customers worldwide.

VERIZON'S ONLINE NEWS CENTER: Verizon news releases, executive speeches and biographies, media contacts and other information are available at Verizon's online News Center at http://www.verizon.com/news/. News releases are also available through an RSS feed. To subscribe, visit http://www.verizon.com/about/rss-feeds/.

[1] Portion of memory occupied by existing content

[2] Multi window does not support all applications

[3] KNOX is a trademark for a Samsung device tested for security and is specifically configured with enterprise use in mind.  For information about Samsung's Knox device, please refer to http://www.samsung.com/us/knox.

Media contact:

George L. Koroneos
908.559.3545
george.koroneos@verizon.com

Twitter: @glkcreative

Photo - http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160217/334562

SOURCE  Verizon

Photo:https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160217/334562
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Photo:https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160217/334562
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Verizon

Web Site: http://www.verizon.com

OmniVision and FISBA Develop Camera Module with Sub-2mm Diameter and Integrated Illumination for Life Science Applications

Collaboration Pairs OmniVision's Ultra-Compact OV6946 CameraChip(TM) Sensor and FISBA's FISCam(TM) Platform to Produce Customizable Microcamera

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Feb. 18, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- OmniVision Technologies, Inc., a leading developer of advanced digital imaging solutions, and FISBA AG, a world leader in customized optical components, systems and microsystems, today announced a new microcamera solution for life science applications. FISBA's FISCam(TM) is a customizable microcamera with integrated illumination that comes in a compact package measuring less than 2 mm in diameter. This new microcamera uses OmniVision's high-performance OV6946 CameraChip(TM) sensor to deliver striking images and video in 400 x 400 resolution even with the extremely small module size.

https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnvar/20160217/334497

"This innovative new module offers excellent image quality, compact size, and usability across a wide range of applications. The module's utility is further enhanced by FISBA's ability to customize use with either glass or polymer optics," said Tehzeeb Gunja, senior marketing and business development manager at OmniVision. "We're delighted to work alongside a company such as FISBA, with its rich history in optics and imaging technologies."

"Working closely with OmniVision allowed us to produce a camera that is exceptionally small, yet still produces crystal clear images for innovative applications, including online analyses, process monitoring, authenticity control, determination of germ count, particle detection and counting and fast machine vision," said Martin Forrer, CTO at FISBA. "We are constantly working with our customers to design components that meet their needs, not only in performance, but also in materials and in reliable and scalable production and assembly."

Using an advanced 1.75-micron OmniBSI+(TM) pixel, the OV6946 captures high-quality 400 x 400 resolution images and video at 30 frames per second (FPS) with excellent color fidelity. The sensor's 0.9 x 0.9 mm package size makes it ideally suited for ultra-compact camera modules.

The FISBA FISCam platform offersexcellent optical performance, 120-degree field of view (diagonal) and homogenous illumination characteristics (LED). The platform is scheduled to be sampling in the second quarter of 2016, and is expected to enter volume production in the fourth quarter of 2016.

FISBA's FISCam will be presented for the first time in the United States at the upcoming Photonics West conference in San Francisco from February 16 - 18.

About OmniVision
OmniVision Technologies is a leading developer of advanced digital imaging solutions. Its award-winning CMOS imaging technology enables superior image quality in many of today's consumer and commercial applications, including mobile phones, notebooks, tablets and webcams, digital still and video cameras, security and surveillance, entertainment devices, automotive and medical imaging systems. Find out more at http://www.ovt.com.

About FISBA
FISBA was founded in 1957 and is a world leader in customized optical components, systems and microsystems. The company is a global market leader in the field of FAC for diode lasers and offers standard and individualized solutions for specific applications. FISBA also designs and manufactures products for medical applications and biophotonics as well as the machine, industrial image processing, sensor and laser industries.

Approximately 350 highly qualified employees work at facilities in St. Gallen (Switzerland), Berlin (Germany) and Tucson (U.S.). More info at http://www.fisba.com.

OmniVision® and the OmniVision logo are registered trademarks of OmniVision Technologies. CameraChip((TM)) is a trademark of OmniVision Technologies. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnvar/20131107/SF12520LOGO-b

Photo - http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160217/334497
Logo - http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20131107/SF12520LOGO-b

SOURCE  OmniVision Technologies, Inc.

Photo:https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160217/334497
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20131107/SF12520LOGO-b
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Photo:https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160217/334497
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20131107/SF12520LOGO-b
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
OmniVision Technologies, Inc.

CONTACT: Media Contact: Cameron Crowe, Impress Labs, 415.735.8420, cameron@impresslabs.com, Company Contact: Scott Foster, OmniVision Technologies,  408.567.3077, sfoster@ovt.com, or Company Contact: Birgit Rauch, FISBA AG, +41 71 282 31 31, birgit.rauch@fisba.com

Web Site: http://www.ovt.com

Home Comfort, Savings And Control Made Simple With Honeywell's Second Generation Lyric Round(TM) Wi-Fi Thermostat

Apple® HomeKit(TM)* Compatibility Offers Easy, Secure Control Using Siri®

MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 18, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Busy lives and the demands of ever-changing schedules have consumers clamoring for products to help them connect to** their homes and simplify their days. Honeywell (NYSE: HON) makes that easier with the new second generation Lyric Round(TM) Wi-Fi Thermostat, now compatible with Apple HomeKit(TM)*** for control using Siri(®), and easy integration into other current smart home ecosystems.

https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnvar/20160216/333946

The second generation Lyric(TM) thermostat features the same sleek aesthetic and intuitive features of the original, such as location-based, customized temperature control. It also can be easily integrated into other current ecosystems, such as Samsung(®) SmartThings(TM), and can link to many home products and services that customers choose, including those from Honeywell, such as the Lyric security system.

"The Lyric family continues to grow and improve, giving consumers the ability to be even more comfortable and in control of their homes with just one app," said Jeremy Eaton vice president of Honeywell's Home Comfort business. "Honeywell knows that people are busier than ever, which is why the new Lyric thermostat was designed to suit people's busy lives to keep them comfortable when they are home and save money when they are away."

Key features and updates for the Lyric thermostat and app include:

    --  Apple HomeKit and Apple Watch(®) - easily and securely control the
        Lyric thermostat using Siri, set up special actions, connect to other
        HomeKit-enabled products in the home via the Lyric app, and even make
        changes and check multiple thermostats using Apple Watch.
    --  Customizable Geofencing - consumers can create a custom geofence map and
        distance, enabling the Lyric thermostat to deliver "comfort when you're
        home, savings when you're away" with even greater accuracy.
    --  Smart Alerts - the Lyric thermostat can send reminders about filter
        changes, warn of extreme temperatures and humidity inside the home, and
        more.
    --  Intelligent Comfort Control - to make sure 72 degrees feels like 72
        degrees, the Lyric thermostat considers temperature and humidity to
        maintain comfort, and can also work with your system to adjust in-home
        humidity levels.
    --  Custom Shortcuts - create a dynamic heating/cooling schedule, and set up
        recurring event triggers with a single touch of the thermostat or app.
To learn more about the second generation Lyric Round Wi-Fi thermostat and the entire Lyric product portfolio, please visit http://yourhome.honeywell.com. You can also follow Honeywell on Twitter (http://twitter.com/Honeywell_Home), and connect with us on Facebook (http://facebook.com/HoneywellHome).

* Apple HomeKit requires an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch with iOS 8.1 or later.

** According to Honeywell Home Connectivity Survey, July 2015.

*** Remote access for HomeKit-enabled products requires an Apple TV (3rd generation or later) running Apple TV software 7.0 or later, and an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch with iOS 8.1 or later.

About Honeywell
Honeywell (http://www.honeywell.com) is a Fortune 100 diversified technology and manufacturing leader, serving customers worldwide with aerospace products and services; control technologies for buildings, homes, and industry; turbochargers; and performance materials. For more news and information on Honeywell, please visit http://www.honeywellnow.com.

    Media Contacts:

    Tammy Benker Swanson                            Dan Lantowski

    Honeywell                                   WE Communications

    763-954-4917                                     212-551-4842

    tammy.benkerswanson@honeywell.com dlantowski@we-worldwide.com
Photo - http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160216/333946

SOURCE  Honeywell

Photo:https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160216/333946
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Photo:https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160216/333946
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Honeywell

Web Site: http://www.honeywell.com

Secure Software Updates Over the Air for the Connected Car: ATS Advanced Telematic Systems Presents OTA Plus at Mobile World Congress

BERLIN and BARCELONA, Spain, February 18, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    In connected cars, over-the-air updates are rapidly becoming a mandatory feature,
whether for critical bug fixes, scheduled updates, or new service offerings. ATS Advanced
Telematic Systems, a software technology company from Berlin, presents its newly developed,
open-standards-based software solution OTA Plus at the Mobile World Congress in
Barcelona. 

    In order to carry out planned software updates-or unplanned critical bug
fixes-over-the-air updates (SOTA) are becoming a mandatory feature for connected cars. In
addition, consumers expect smartphone-like mobile entertainment features in their
dashboard. Furthermore, the head unit of connected cars will soon become a direct
marketing channel for OEMs. OTA software updates make all of that possible.

    ATS Advanced Telematic Systems, a technology company from Berlin with branches in
Tokyo and Taipei, presents OTA Plus, its newly developed, open-standards-based software
solution for over-the-air updates in connected vehicles at the Mobile World Congress in
Barcelona.

    OTA Plus is a complete suite for data transfer, data management, secure transmission,
validation, and deployment of software updates remotely to a fleet of vehicles. OTA Plus
is based on the open source solution GENIVI SOTA, which was commissioned by GENIVI and
developed by ATS. GENIVI is a non-profit industry alliance of leading automotive OEMs and
suppliers. Among the members are the car makers BMW and Jaguar Land Rover. The OTA Plus
suite is compliant with GENIVI's standards and can integrate easily and efficiently with
existing or new software platforms.

    In Barcelona, ATS will demonstrate its latest innovations aboard its concept car,
which is presented at the booth of Acer (Hall 1 / 1G50).

    About ATS Advanced Telematic Systems 

    ATS is a software technology company providing data-driven business solutions to
develop and manage ecosystems around connected cars. The company provides innovative ideas
and ready-to-deploy, open-standards-based solutions to OEMs, Tier 1s, and service
providers. Headquartered in Berlin, ATS operates regional hubs in Tokyo and Taipei.

    http://www.advancedtelematic.com

    Press images for publication: http://www.advancedtelematic.com/#press

    Press release (extended version including quotes from ATS CEO Armin G. Schmidt and
Maverick Shih, president of Acer's BYOC and Tablet Business Group):
http://www.advancedtelematic.com/press/MWC_2016_Press_Release_en.pdf

       
         
        Press Contact: 
        Eric Eitel 
        Phone: +49-175-167-0891 
        Email: eric@advancedtelematic.com  

     

ATS Advanced Telematic Systems GmbH

Sesame Enable Touch-Free Smartphone Named a Finalist for the SXSW Innovation Award

Sesame Enable recognized for changing lives by bringing the mobile revolution to people with disabilities with world's first hands-free smartphone

TEL AVIV, Israel, February 18, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    Sesame Enable [http://sesame-enable.com ] today announced  that SXSW 2016 has named it
a finalist for its Interactive Innovation Award. The 19th annual SXSW Interactive
Innovation Awards celebrate the most inspiring and creative innovations in the connected
world. Sesame Enable was recognized as a finalist for the best way to connect and
communicate.

       
        - Sesame will present at the Finalist Showcase on Monday, March 14 - details here
          [http://www.sxsw.com/interactive/awards/finalist-showcase ]
        - Winners will be announced at the SXSW Interactive Innovation Awards Ceremony on
          Tuesday, March 15 in Austin, TX
        - Sesame Enable's leadership team is available to meet at SXSW with reporters, relevant
          organizations and companies. To set up a meeting in Texas March 13 - 16, please
          contact leron@siliconvpr.com

    "We are honored to be recognized by SXSW for using technology to improve the lives of
people with disabilities, who have until now been shut out of the smartphone revolution,"
said Sesame Enable CEO and co-founder Oded Ben Dov. "The Sesame Phone empowers people with
limited or no use of their hands to gain independence and privacy and become digitally
connected - things many of us take for granted in the digital age."

    Sesame Enable just kicked off a groundbreaking initiative in collaboration with Google
and Beit Issie Shapiro [http://en.beitissie.org.il ] to supply complimentary touch-free
Sesame smartphones to every disabled adult and child in the State of Israel who has
limited or no use of their hands. The initiative is to serve as a pilot program that could
be replicated in the US and elsewhere around the globe. This marks the first time the
digital needs of an entire disabled population is being addressed. The project, made
possible by a $1 million grant from Google, enables Sesame phones to be distributed over
the next year to people with spinal cord injuries, ALS, severe Parkinson's disease and
other conditions that severely limit range of motion.

    Sesame Enable developed the world's first completely touch-free smartphone. Designed
by co-founders Giora Livne, a quadriplegic veteran and former electrical engineer, and
computer vision expert Oded Ben Dov, Sesame Enable won Michael Bloomberg's Genesis
Generation Challenge (2015), the Verizon Powerful Answers Award (2014) and Nominet Trust
100 (2014).

    About Sesame Enable 

    Sesame developed the first completely touch-free smartphone, created for the disabled
by the disabled. Powered by voice control and cutting-edge head-tracking technology, the
Sesame Phone opens a new world of communication and independence to a population that
needs it most: quadriplegics, people suffering from ALS, Parkinson's disease, spinal cord
injuries, Multiple Sclerosis, severe Arthritis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and others that
have limited to no use of their hands.

    Link to media kit: http://bit.ly/1xfdJC0

    Note -- Photo credit: Basti Hansen 

       
         
        Media Contact 
        Leron Kornreich 
        leron@siliconvpr.com 
        +1-415-937-1724 

     

Sesame Enable

PH Technical Labs Launches HOT Band

DALLAS, Feb. 18, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- PH Technical Labs (PHTL) announced the launch of HOT Band this morning. PHTL's patented smart band comes in two forms, the Audio Fob and the Smart Fob, to enhance the functionality of any kind of watch. With each gadget pre-attached to fashionable bands that replace the strap on one's existing watch, the Audio Fob adds a private calling feature to smartwatches and classic watches while the Smart Fob provides both smart features and fitness tracking to regular watches.

HOT Band's Audio and Smart Fobs come with a CSR Bluetooth chip that provides a stable and long-range connection. Apple Watch owners are now able to have a totally private call with HOT Band, and other smartwatch users that do not have any calling feature, including those with a Pebble smartwatch, can keep their phones tucked away as they speak to people from their wrists.

The Smart Fob's utilization of the CSR's Bluetooth Low Energy technology allows regular watch users to take advantage of fitness features alongside various smart capabilities, such as phone notifications, weather, music control, and more.  PHTL CEO Shariq Hamid stated, "We are thrilled to launch HOT Band. By using our patented Hands-On-Talk technology, HOT Band will provide options for people to convert their existing watch to a smart watch or make their current smart watch even smarter." 

With the technology already operational and a Kickstarter campaign that will launch at 11 AM ET today to fund mass production costs, the next step for PHTL is bringing HOT Band to market.     

PHTL is the owner of the patent for Hands-On-Talk technology (patent #9152130, #9002420, #8855729, and #8515505), a parabolic deflector of sound off of one's palm and into one's ear.  PHTL also owns the patents for various other technologies (patent #8228382, #7651220, and #8325230.)  For more information, please visit the Kickstarter page at http://www.hotwatchband.com.

Video - http://origin-qps.onstreammedia.com/origin/multivu_archive/PRNA/ENR/334563-HOTBANDTEASER.mp4

SOURCE  PHTL

Video:http://origin-qps.onstreammedia.com/origin/multivu_archive/PRNA/ENR/334563-HOTBANDTEASER.mp4
PHTL

CONTACT: MICHAEL HARRIS, (o) 212-489-0600, (c) 516-660-9465, Press@PHTL.com

Web Site: http://phtl.com

Digital Turbine and BLU Products Implement Ignite 2.0 on All Android Devices

Leading Global Platform Provides Smart Personalization for Pre-Installed Apps

AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 18, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital Turbine, Inc. (Nasdaq: APPS), a global mobile software company working to deliver the right app to the right person at the right time, has partnered with one of the fastest growing mobile phone manufacturers in the world, BLU Products, for the implementation of their newest app delivery platform Ignite(TM) 2.0, on all of their Android devices.

BLU has pioneered the advancement of the prepaid and no-contract revolution and now with the help of Digital Turbine's Ignite 2.0 platform, will provide customers more value by creating a more personalized app experience. With Ignite 2.0 installed on all Android devices, BLU can efficiently manage and monetize content opportunities with its complete application management solution that enables streamlined and tailored app delivery. 

"BLU is dedicated to delivering choices to the consumer, driven by the demand for great looking smartphones that can do amazing things and are priced for everyone," said Mariana Ferreira, Sr. Director of Business Development of BLU Products. "With more people using apps and their phones for a variety of things, such as shopping, games etc., we wanted to ensure that we could 1) deliver them efficiently and 2) tailor them to what would be of interest to our users.  Digital Turbine helps us achieve both, giving us the best solution for mobile app delivery."

The Ignite platform features a variety of new features and functionality including a set-up process 'wizard' for greater end-user engagement, and improvements to both performance and security. In addition, Digital Turbine's newly launched Ignite software-development-kit (SDK) allows developers to integrate Ignite capabilities inside other applications.

"Our key objective is to get the right apps to the right person at the right time, but none of this can be done without the right device," said Digital Turbine CEO, Bill Stone. "We're pleased to support Blu as they continue to build the bring-your-own-device market offering users more choice. Providing options to our customers and users alike is important in delivering the best experience possible."

For more information, visit http://www.digitalturbine.com and http://www.bluproducts.com.

About BLU Products
BLU Products, founded in 2009, designs and manufacturers affordable, attractive and innovative mobile devices to suit a wide variety of consumer needs. Over 35million BLU mobile devices have been sold in over 40 countries. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, BLU is pioneering the advancement of the prepaid and no-contract revolution by providing a vast portfolio of advanced unlocked mobile phones at incredible pricing to thousands of dealer agents, MVNO's, and large retailers throughout the United States and Latin America. For more information, visit: http://www.bluproducts.com

About Digital Turbine
Digital Turbine works at the convergence of media and mobile communications, delivering end-to-end products and solutions for mobile operators, device OEMs, app advertisers and publishers, that enable efficient user acquisition, app management and monetization opportunities. The company's products include Ignite(TM), a mobile device management solution with targeted app distribution capabilities, Discover(TM), a customized user experience and app discovery tool, Marketplace(TM), an application and content store, and Pay(TM), a content management and mobile payment solution. Digital Turbine Media encompasses a leading independent user acquisition network as well as an advertiser solution for unique and exclusive carrier inventory. Digital Turbine has delivered more than 150 million app installs for hundreds of advertisers. In addition, more than 31 million customers use Digital Turbine's solutions each month across more than 20 global operators. The company is headquartered in Austin, Texas with global offices in Durham, Berlin, San Francisco, Singapore, Sydney and Tel Aviv. For additional information visit http://www.digitalturbine.com/ or connect with Digital Turbine on Twitter at @DigitalTurbine.

Follow Digital Turbine
Twitter: https://twitter.com/DigitalTurbine
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DigitalTurbineInc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/digital-turbine

For more information, contact:
Fusion Public Relations
dt@fusionpr.com

Investor relations contact:
Carolyn Capaccio/Sanjay M. Hurry
LHA
(212) 838-3777
digitalturbine@lhai.com

http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnvar/20150116/169744LOGO

Logo - http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20150116/169744LOGO

SOURCE  Digital Turbine, Inc.

Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20150116/169744LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20150116/169744LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Digital Turbine, Inc.

Web Site: http://www.digitalturbine.com

Honor Holly 2 Plus Gold Sold out Within Minutes of the First Sale

NEW DELHI, February 18, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    Honor, which is Huawei's smartphone e-brand for digital natives, started sales of its
much-awaited Honor Holly 2 Plus on 15th February midnight on Flipkart.com. Offering a host
of features, the Honor Holly 2 Plus Gold color went out of stock within minutes of the
sale, with gold colour being in maximum demand.

    Mr. Allen Wang, President of Consumer Business Group, Huawei India, commented, "We are
thrilled to have received the very encouraging response for Honor Holly 2 Plus in India.
Honor Holly 2 Plus, carries on the legacy of the very popular Honor Holly, and offers much
more at a very attractive price. At Honor, we thrive to provide customers with a
world-class product combined with cutting-edge technology to give an unmatched experience.
We are thankful to all the loyal Honor fans who were very lucky enough to get their hands
on the new Honor Holly 2 Plus Gold in the first sale."

    Holly 2 Plus is a smartphone, specially designed for the Indian market, and also one
of the only smartphone which supports both 4G for GSM, CDMA and WCDMA at the same time.
The phone offers a 4000 mAH battery with a reverse charging to share your power with your
friend via Micro-B USB to Micro-B USB cable, Dual-mic noise cancellation technology with
outstanding audio and integrated speaker experience. The phone offers a 13MP rear camera
and a 5MP front camera that helps to explain your best side. The device offers 16GB
internal storage and a MicroSD card slot for storage expansion up to 128GB. A 64-bit
quad-core processor clocked at 1.3Ghz and 2G RAM offers consumer a seamless smartphone
experience.

    The Honor Holly 2 Plus is available in Grey, Gold and White color.

    For more information, please visit http://hihonor.in/products/mobile/holly2plus

    About Honor: 

    Honor is Huawei's smartphone e-brand which is also world's leading smartphone e-brand.
The target consumers of Honor are digital native generation, a group that live in the
Internet, spending more than one third of their time online for social and entertainment,
shopping, studying or simply staying connected. Honor customers are young, vibrant and
driven by passion. Honor brand has clocked sales of over 20 million honor phones in 2014,
accounting for a global revenue of about 2.4 billion USD with a 24 times increase and
closed 2015 with a 6Bn global sales. Honor has been expanding aggressively in global
markets, and has successfully launched in 74 global markets, entering the bestselling
charts in most of the European countries honor launched. Accordingly, honor obtains a huge
user base which has yielded powerful mouth-spreading asset. Honor products also enjoy
global aesthetics, super processing technology and massive patent support. The three basic
characteristics of honor product: best signals, long battery life and remarkable quality.
Honor is born for ultimate tech innovation.

       
         
        Media Contact:  
        Aseem Tuteja 
        aseem.tuteja@fleishman.com 
        +91-9873177313 
        FleishmanHillard 

     

Huawei

IDT Announces Tri-Mode Receiver Family Supporting Both Magnetic Resonance and Induction Wireless Power Standards

The 5 W and 10 W Wireless Power Receiver Family Supports Both WPC Qi and AirFuel Alliance Standards for Tightly Coupled and Loosely Coupled Wireless Power Systems

SAN JOSE, Calif., Feb. 18, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Integrated Device Technology, Inc.® (IDT®) (NASDAQ: IDTI) today introduced "tri-mode" wireless power receiver devices that enable AirFuel(TM) Alliance magnetic resonance and induction charging systems, as well as the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) magnetic induction Qi technology presently deployed in many leading smartphone models. The addition of AirFuel Alliance magnetic resonance adds greater freedom of placement and allows multiple receivers to charge from a common transmitter. This combination of technologies in a single device delivers flexibility and "future proofing" for consumers faced with a choice of mobile devices utilizing different wireless power standards.

http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnvar/20151102/283025LOGO

"IDT is the industry leader in the development of wireless power semiconductors that support multiple standards, and this time we've taken a big step forward by incorporating the spatial freedom capabilities of magnetic resonance," said Dave Shepard, vice president and general manager of IDT's Consumer Products Division. "As the leader in wireless power, we are committed to offering technology that delivers maximum flexibility to consumers. The seamless integration of the various standards in a single device addresses that commitment."

The P9724 tri-mode device with integrated buck converter provides 5 W output power, and is available to select customers, while the P9762 variant offers 10 W output power and is available on a pre-release basis. IDT is also previewing the Class 3 AirFuel Alliance Power Transmitter Unit (PTU) capable of output power delivery up to 16 W.

IDT's magnetic induction products have been deployed in more than 70 million devices, from leading smartphones to wearables to furniture. The company has also been developing magnetic resonance technology for years, with longstanding partnerships. In addition, the company last year introduced wireless power reference kit program, providing an easy path for engineers without wireless power expertise to integrate the capabilities into designs.

About IDT Wireless Power

IDT is a leader in wireless power transmitter and receiver solutions for wireless charger applications, addressing all major standards and technologies with an extensive portfolio of standards-certified products. IDT has proven expertise in both magnetic induction and magnetic resonance technologies, and actively participates in the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) and AirFuel Alliance as a board member. IDT has introduced a number of innovative and award-winning products, including the first true single-chip transmitter, the highest-output-power single chip receiver, and the first dual-mode receiver IC compatible with both WPC and PMA (now AirFuel Alliance) standards. Prominent industry players have recognized this leadership and partnered with IDT as their silicon vendor for next-generation wireless power solutions.

About IDT

Integrated Device Technology, Inc. develops system-level solutions that optimize its customers' applications. IDT's market-leading products in timing, wireless power transfer, serial switching and interfaces are among the company's broad array of complete mixed-signal solutions for the communications, computing, consumer, automotive and industrial segments. Headquartered in San Jose, Calif., IDT has design, manufacturing, sales facilities and distribution partners throughout the world. IDT stock is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Stock Market® under the symbol "IDTI." Additional information about IDT is accessible at http://www.IDT.com. Follow IDT on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube and Google+.

(C) 2016, IDT. IDT and the IDT logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Integrated Device Technology, Inc., or its wholly-owned subsidiaries around the world. All other brands, product names and marks are or may be trademarks or registered trademarks used to identify products or services of their respective owners.

IDT Press Contact:
Dean Solov
Public Relations Manager
Phone: (408) 284-2608
E-mail: dean.solov@idt.com

Logo - http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20151102/283025LOGO

SOURCE  Integrated Device Technology, Inc.

Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20151102/283025LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20151102/283025LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Integrated Device Technology, Inc.

Web Site: http://www.idt.com

Gionee to Launch S8 and Introduce a New Era of Video Shooting

BARCELONA, Spain, Feb. 18, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Gionee, a global telecommunications solutions provider, will officially launch its new smartphone S8 at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2016. The phone will open up a new era of mobile video shooting and photography.

Gionee has started to produce phones since 2002 and owned the longest history among those brands in China. It understands keeping the pace with global industry development and fulfilling consumer needs are keys to success. Last year, Gionee successfully launched S7 at MWC, and media was positive to the slim design. "Unlike other similar products, it has not only a slim body, but also owns comfortable experience."

Gionee also has been a recognized leader on super power. In 2015, Gionee launched M5 plus with the battery which can last for 3 days, solving the constant recharging issue. Moreover, the body's visual thickness is just 3.5mm, providing users more comfortable hand held experience.

Being a leading phone manufacturer in China, how to continuously evolve and to globalize are the urgent questions. William Lu, president of Gionee, is happy to share his thoughts. Come and join us at Theatre C Hall 8 @ MWC on February 22, 2pm to learn more and share the joy!

Visitors can also visit our booth #C61 in Hall 7.

About Gionee

Established in September 2002, Gionee Communication Equipment Co. Ltd. devotes to develop innovative cellular mobile devices to users who values global connection. The company is now the world's top 10 mobile manufacturer and its handsets ship to over 50 countries. For more information about Gionee, please visit global.gionee.com.

Website：http://global.gionee.com/news_detail.php?id=31&c=1

Media Contacts:

    Ann Lau             Jocelyn Ji

    Gionee              Ogilvy Public Relations

    +86 147 1649 9692                           +86 186 0128 5453

    annlaumw@gionee.com jocelyn.ji@ogilvy.com
Gionee

VoiceBox Provides Natural Language Understanding Technology for Samsung Mobile Devices

VoiceBox Technology solutions to be leveraged across Samsung's Mobile Devices

BELLEVUE, Washington, Feb. 18, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- VoiceBox Technologies Corporation today announced a strategic partnership with Samsung to use VoiceBox's Natural Language Understanding (NLU) technology for Samsung's voice services. The companies have been working closely together to build an intelligent assistant powered by VoiceBox's NLU technology.

"We are proud to have been selected to power the voice services on a range of existing and new Samsung mobile devices," said Mike Kennewick, CEO of VoiceBox. "We look forward to collaborating on other opportunities with Samsung, particularly relative to our Smart Home and Internet of Things initiatives."

"Samsung understands that voice is a critical technology for its future. We are pleased to partner with VoiceBox and this collaboration will enable us to provide users with a powerful voice experience," said Peter Koo, Senior Vice President Samsung Mobile.

A pioneer in providing intelligent, contextual voice solutions, VoiceBox's award-winning technology can be found in many of today's connected cars, smartphones and wearables. Additionally, the company provides intelligent, contextual voice solutions for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) seeking to integrate voice controls across a range of products in the Internet of Things market.

About VoiceBox Technologies Corporation
VoiceBox provides one-stop-shopping for companies looking to voice-enable products and solutions; offering enhanced Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR), Natural Language Understanding (NLU), Text to Speech (TTS) technologies together with a full range of development, testing and data services for the Internet of Things (IoT). VoiceBox currently ships with Samsung, AT&T, Toyota, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, Dodge, Maserati, Renault, Subaru, Smart Cars, Pioneer and Tom-Tom in 23 languages across 3 continents. More information is available at http://www.voicebox.com.

SOURCE  VoiceBox Technologies Corporation

VoiceBox Technologies Corporation

CONTACT: For more information, press only: Jonathan Richardson, WE Communications, +1 (425) 638-7834, jrichardson@we-worldwide.com

Web Site: http://www.voicebox.com

VoiceBox Provides Natural Language Understanding Technology for Samsung Mobile Devices

VoiceBox Technology solutions to be leveraged across Samsung's Mobile Devices

BELLEVUE, Wash., Feb. 18, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- VoiceBox Technologies Corporation today announced a strategic partnership with Samsung to use VoiceBox's Natural Language Understanding (NLU) technology for Samsung's voice services.  The companies have been working closely together to build an intelligent assistant powered by VoiceBox's NLU technology.

"We are proud to have been selected to power the voice services on a range of existing and new Samsung mobile devices," said Mike Kennewick, CEO of VoiceBox. "We look forward to collaborating on other opportunities with Samsung, particularly relative to our Smart Home and Internet of Things initiatives."

"Samsung understands that voice is a critical technology for its future. We are pleased to partner with VoiceBox and this collaboration will enable us to provide users with a powerful voice experience," said Peter Koo, Senior Vice President Samsung Mobile.

A pioneer in providing intelligent, contextual voice solutions, VoiceBox's award-winning technology can be found in many of today's connected cars, smartphones and wearables. Additionally, the company provides intelligent, contextual voice solutions for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) seeking to integrate voice controls across a range of products in the Internet of Things market.

About VoiceBox Technologies Corporation 
VoiceBox provides one-stop-shopping for companies looking to voice-enable products and solutions; offering enhanced Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR), Natural Language Understanding (NLU), Text to Speech (TTS) technologies together with a full range of development, testing and data services for the Internet of Things (IoT). VoiceBox currently ships with Samsung, AT&T, Toyota, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, Dodge, Maserati, Renault, Subaru, Smart Cars, Pioneer and Tom-Tom in 23 languages across 3 continents. More information is available at http://www.voicebox.com.

SOURCE  VoiceBox Technologies Corporation

VoiceBox Technologies Corporation

CONTACT: For more information, press only: Jonathan Richardson, WE Communications, +1 (425) 638-7834, jrichardson@we-worldwide.com

Web Site: http://www.voicebox.com

Linksys Ships New Wireless AC1900 MU-MIMO Router Ideal For 4K Streaming

Next-Gen Wi-Fi AC1900 Router Can Connect Multiple Devices To A Network, Including Multiple 4K and HD Video Streams Simultaneously

PLAYA VISTA, Calif., Feb. 18, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Linksys®, the first to sell 100 million routers globally and a leader in networking solutions for the home and business, today announced the availability of its Linksys Max-Stream(TM) AC1900 MU-MIMO Gigabit Wi-Fi Router (EA7500). The new Linksys AC1900 MU-MIMO router leverages the 802.11ac Wave 2 MU-MIMO (Multi-User, Multiple Input, Multiple Output) technology, which helps ensure uninterrupted Wi-Fi connectivity to multiple devices in the home and functions as if multiple devices have their own dedicated router. With MU-MIMO, the whole household can enjoy 4K and HD TV streaming to multiple devices as well as play video games, listen to music, check email, shop, and more - all at the same time.

https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnvar/20160217/334461

Perfect for families with multiple users with their own streaming devices, the Max-Stream AC1900 leverages MU-MIMO functionality which helps make Wi-Fi networks more efficient when delivering high bandwidth 4K streams to multiple devices at the same time. Market research firm DisplaySearch/IHS recently reported shipments of 4K Ultra HDTVs reached 6 million in North America in 2015 and forecasts to double to 12 Million in 2016.

"If you have or are planning to purchase a 4K TV you will need a Max-Stream router to ensure you have a seamless 4K online streaming experience," said Justin Doucette, director product management, Linksys. "A single stream of 4K content takes a minimum of 20 Mbps to maintain a consistent stream, and when you combine that with multiple streams plus normal Wi-Fi use from gaming, internet surfing, IoT connectivity and music streaming, it adds up fast. Max-Stream will enable multiple streams of Wi-Fi to occur so users can have the ultimate 4K and networking experience."

The Next-Gen Max-Stream AC1900 can provide users with combined speeds up to 1.9 Gbps* and the range they need to connect all their devices in the home and at the same time. Also included is Smart Wi-Fi technology which makes it easy to set up and control your home Wi-Fi from anywhere using the Smart Wi-Fi app on your mobile device.

The EA7500 features:

    --  Next-Gen AC Wi-Fi - 802.11ac Wave 2 with MU-MIMO Technology for
        uninterrupted Wi-Fi connections to multiple devices at the same time
    --  Qualcomm IPQ 1.4GHz Dual Core Processor
    --  Dual-band AC1900 Wireless speeds up to 1300 Mbps 5 GHz + 600 Mbps
        2.4GHz, which is a combined speed up to 1.9 Gbps*
    --  Four Gigabit LAN Ethernet ports One Gigabit WAN for wired speeds up to
        10x faster than fast Ethernet
    --  One USB 3.0 and One USB 2.0 ports for connecting printers, storage and
        more
    --  Three external and adjustable antennas for maximum coverage
    --  Manage and monitor your network and easily control Wi-Fi devices
        remotely on a smart phone with the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi app
    --  Advanced WPA/WPA2 encryption and SPI firewall helps keep the network
        safe
The Linksys AC1900 MU-MIMO router will help address buffering issues customers are having today and into the future with 4K content. Check out the MU-MIMO video on the Linksys product page found here.

Pricing and Availability
The Linksys Max-Stream AC1900 MU-MIMO Gigabit Wi-Fi Router (EA7500) is immediately available at leading retail and online retailers including Amazon, Best Buy, Fry's, Micro Center Newegg and RadioShack at an MSRP of $199.99.

About Linksys
The Linksys brand has pioneered wireless connectivity since its inception in 1988 with its leading innovation and engineering strategies, and best-in-class technology, design and customer service. Linksys enables a connected lifestyle for people at home, at work and on the move, and with its award-winning products, simplifies home control, entertainment, security and Internet access through innovative features and a growing application and partner ecosystem. For more information, visit linksys.com, like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or watch us on YouTube.

* The standard transmission rates--1300 Mbps (for 5 GHz) and 600 Mbps (for 2.4 GHz)--are the physical data rates. Actual data throughput will be lower and may depend on the mix of wireless products used and external factors.

Specifications are subject to change without notice. Actual performance may vary, and might result in lower wireless network capacity, data throughput rate, range, and coverage. Performance depends upon many factors, conditions and variables, including distance from the access point, volume of network traffic, environment building materials and construction, operating system used, mix of wireless products used, interference, and other adverse conditions. An active, customer-purchased Internet Service Provider broadband account is required for connection of this router and other connected computers and devices to the Internet. Maximum performance for wireless products derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. An 802.11ac adapter may be needed to achieve 11ac data rates. To achieve maximum performance, routers must be paired with coordinating adapters/and or computers in both the 2.4 and 5.0 GHz band such that the maximum performance can be maximized for each GHz band.

© 2016 Belkin International, Inc. and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved.

Linksys and many product names and logos are trademarks of the Belkin International. Third-party trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners.

Photo - http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160217/334461

SOURCE  Linksys

Photo:https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160217/334461
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Photo:https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160217/334461
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Linksys

CONTACT: Karen Sohl, Director, Global Communications, Belkin/Linksys/WeMo, Karen.Sohl@Belkin.com, 714 658-7330

Web Site: http://www.linksys.com

Spiritual E-commerce Venture Vrindavanstore.com Launches 360-degrees Religious Solutions

NEW DELHI, February 18, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    Delivering Choicest Blessings to Your Doorstep  

    Vrindavanstore.com, an online platform, whose aim is to make it easier for people
across the globe to practice religion, has been launched. After putting in sustained
efforts for almost two years, the founders have been able to find just about the perfect
way to be establish one's connection with the almighty in the most seamless way, making
use of technology and delivering last mile connectivity in terms of services.

    Basing their operations out of the holy city of Vrindavan, the founders believe that
the website, which offers a range of religious products and services, shall cater to
people's devotional aspirations in a convenient manner. The website offers an enormous
collection of religious articles and artifacts for sale [http://vrindavanstore.com/shop ]
including idols of Gods and Goddesses, Yantras, Rosary (Malas) , religious books,
religious apparels and an entire range of all ceremony (puja) essentials, which are being
shipped offshore to Europe and America as well. Besides online retail of religious
products, the website facilitates all kinds of religious ceremonies -homam/havan,pujas
etc. The user needs to put in a request on the 'Book Puja
[http://vrindavanstore.com/product-category/pooja ]' section of the site and
VrindavanStore.com shall find the most trusted and devout acharyas/pundits/sages from
Mathura and Vrindavan to perform the ceremony at the doorstep of the individual.

    Jivendra Mishra, Co-founder and Chief Executive, VrindavanStore.com reveals that this
comes naturally to him as his family has been practicing religion for over two decades
now. "The constant support of my elder brother Dr. Sanjay Krishna Salil, who is a renowned
name in the religious sphere for past many years, makes me more confident and motivated in
the goal of taking the ancient knowledge of our Vedas to the masses and removing
hindrances of lack of time and mobility for people to organize religious ceremonies for
their overall welfare. Also, all our religious products are handpicked from Vrindavan and
Mathura from reliable vendors that have been connected with us since 1992. In addition to
that, all our God idols, Yantras and Malas are delivered only after making them
'Abhimantrit' (Spellbound) by powerful recitals (mantras) based on the gotra (descent) and
the desires of the person who is ordering. Only after energizing such articles, they can
be considered as useful for the bearer," quips an elated Mr. Mishra, who himself
supervises the entire process and is excited in using technology to break barriers of time
and place for a spiritual experience.

    The idea of using Internet as a medium struck Mr. Mishra, when he once witnessed his
aged sister-in-law having difficulty in travelling to Vrindavan to visit the holy Banke
Bihari Temple. "When the world is moving towards digitization, we decided to make
experiences of renowned holy places convenient by facilitating online Darshan and
consultations with sages sitting at home," said Apoorve Saxena, the Chief Technology
Officer for VrindavanStore.com. Acharya ji, who looks after online pujas conducted by
Vrindavanstore.com explains in a technical manner, "The basic concept behind online puja
is to transfer the blessings of the puja to the person ordering the puja. The same concept
has been popular since thousands of years when sages from Himalayas used to perform puja
anushthan for the King sitting in his palace. According to me, online puja secures an
equal status compared to a puja where the sage or pundit is physically present, if the
puja sankalp is done in the name of the beneficiary."

    All kinds of religious activities can be booked through the website, wherein each
procedure and significance is described in minute details. The 'Book a Pandit'
[http://vrindavanstore.com/product-category/pooja ] service, on the website, is currently
available for Delhi-NCR only at the moment and serves people who wish to have their
ceremonies performed by learned sages (pundits) who can conduct Vedic Karma with full
sanctity and devotion at a location of their choice - be it at home or offices. The
pundits associated with Vrindavanstore.com belong to Vrindavan, which is in itself a place
known for its holy fervor and attracts millions of devotees each year. In the words of Mr.
Mishra, "All our esteemed pundits have undergone Vedic education and have degrees
(bachelors, masters/PhD) in Vedic sciences. The company believes that formal Vedic
education is obligatory for a Brahmin to become a Pandit, who conducts Vedic rituals."

    The firm also claims to have expertise in the field of conducting religious guided
tours [http://vrindavanstore.com/product-category/book-yatra ] and has the wherewithal to
arrange the same in Braj region (Mathura, Vrindavan, Govardhan etc.) currently, at very
affordable prices.

    Thus, with all the correct Samagri in store for a perfect religious cum spiritual
experience, this surely will be one startup to watch out for in the times to come.

    About Vrindavan Retail Store LLP:  

    Vrindavan Retail Store LLP Group is a multi-diversified business enterprise;
established in 2015 in Vrindavan under the flagship of Mr. Jivendra Mishra who has marked
a significantly competitive presence in the country. The Co-founder's family is already
involved into such religious and Vedic activities for more than 100 years, and now
bringing technology to spread the righteous Vedic ways of performing Puja and havan for
benefiting society. The group banks on the co-founders diversified experience of telecom,
management consultancy, hospitality and e-commerce consulting.

    Vrindavanstore.com is owned and operated by Vrindavan Retail Store LLP. The company's
aim is to facilitate the transfer and exchange spiritual energy of religion across the
globe.

    For more information, visit http://www.vrindavanstore.com

    Follow us at Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/vrindavanstores

    Call us : +91-8430727272

       
         
        Media Contact: 
        Babita Garg 
        babita@sanguinecommunications.com 
        +91-9873401918 
        Sanguine Communications 

     

Vrindavanstore.com

Fingerprint Cards Launches Touch Fingerprint Sensor Under Cover Glass

GOTHENBURG, Sweden, Feb. 18, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Fingerprint Cards (FPC) launches FPC1268, a new touch fingerprint sensor in the FPC1200 series with FPC OneTouch®. The new sensor can be mounted under the cover glass of the smartphone. Development of smartphones using the new sensor has been started by lead smartphone manufacturers and the first commercial devices are expected to reach the market in second half of 2016.

The introduction of the new FPC1268 touch fingerprint sensor enables manufacturers of smartphones and other devices to further extend the design language of integrating fingerprint sensors in the device. Using FPC1268, the fingerprint sensor can be covered by standard cover glass used in smartphones, in the non-active part below the display. FPC1268 can be completely hidden under the cover glass of the smartphone allowing for fingerprint capability without a dedicated button. Alternatively FPC1268 can be used as home button covered by glass.

As with all FPC's fingerprint sensors, FPC1268 delivers industry leading biometric performance, enabling a great user experience for secure user verification. The first release of FPC1268 will enable cover glass of 300 µm, however the sensor technology used in FPC1268 extends to enable cover glass of up to 400 µm.

Jörgen Lantto, President and CEO of FPC, comments: "FPC1268 shows our technology once more extending the barriers of what fingerprint sensors have enabled to date. UsingFPC1268, smartphone manufacturers will be able to completely embed the fingerprint sensor beneath the cover glass of the smartphone, enabling new innovative industrial designs. Thanks to its cost effective design as well as the ease of integratingFPC1268 together with the cover glass of the smartphone,FPC1268 enables a highly cost competitive solution for embedding a fingerprint sensor under the cover glass. We are looking forward to seeing the launch of flagship smartphones usingFPC1268 during thesecond half of 2016 and in 2017".

FPC1268 has already passed extensive testing and verification, and engineering samples are available to customers in cooperation with leading module houses. Full qualification of FPC1268 is planned for Q2 2016 and the first smartphones are planned for commercial launch during the second half 2016. FPC1268 will be demonstrated to invited guests during Mobile World Congress in Barcelona February 22-25, 2016.

About Fingerprint Cards AB (publ)

Fingerprint Cards AB (FPC) is a high tech and listed company which develops, produces and markets biometric technology that through the analysis and matching of an individual's unique fingerprint verify the person's identity. A secure and convenient user experience is thus made possible, beyond keys and pins. The FPC technology offers world class advantages and include unique image quality, extreme robustness, low power consumption and complete biometric systems. With these advantages and in combination with low production costs the technology may be implemented in large volume products as smartphones, tablets and biometric cards where these demands are extremely high. FPC's technology have user cases from a number of applications.

The information was issued for publication on February 18, 2016, at 08:00 CET

Important information

Issuance, publication or distribution of this press release in certain jurisdictions could be subject to restrictions. The recipient of this press release is responsible for using this press release and the constituent information in accordance with the rules and regulations prevailing in the particular jurisdiction. This press release does not constitute an offer, or invitation to acquire or subscribe for new securities in Fingerprint Cards in any jurisdiction.

For more information, please contact: Jorgen Lantto, President and CEO Fingerprint Cards AB (publ), +46-(0)31-60 78 20, investrel@fingerprints.com

Footage: http://www.fingerprints.com/corporate/en/media-2/press-kit/

SOURCE  Fingerprint Cards AB

Fingerprint Cards AB

FPC and TPK Integrates FPC1268 Under Smartphone Cover Glass

GOTHENBURG, Sweden, Feb. 18, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Fingerprint Cards (FPC) has together with TPK, a leading company specialized in cover glass and lamination technology, successfully made cover glass prototypes integrating the FPC1268 touch fingerprint sensor. Through this collaboration, FPC and TPK brings forward new highly attractive and innovative industrial design options for smartphones and other devices. As previously announced, FPC1268 is FPC's most recent touch fingerprint sensor, enabling the sensor to be mounted under the cover glass of the smartphone.

Jorgen Lantto, President and CEO of FPC, comments: "By teaming up with TPK,we combineTPK's extensive industry experience and strong technology know-howin cover glass and lamination technology, with theindustry-leading performance of FPC1268. As result we can togetherprovidea highly compelling offering to the smartphone manufacturers, making it possible to mount the fingerprint sensor under the cover glass."

Michael Chung, CEO of TPK, comments: "We are proudto teamup with FPC, the world's leading supplier of fingerprint sensors. We are looking forwardto contribute with TPK market leading lamination technology and cover glass experience toenable mass production of mobile devices where theFPC1268sensor is completely hidden behind cover glass. Our partnership, combining the major strengths of our respective offering, enables smartphone manufacturers to bring forward new highly attractive industrial designs."

FPC1268 integrated with TPK cover glass solutions will be demonstrated to invited guests during Mobile World Congress in Barcelona February 22-25, 2016.

Footage http://www.fingerprints.com/corporate/en/media-2/press-kit/

About Fingerprint Cards AB (publ)

Fingerprint Cards AB (FPC) is a high tech and listed company which develops, produces and markets biometric technology that through the analysis and matching of an individual's unique fingerprint verify the person's identity. A secure and convenient user experience is thus made possible, beyond keys and pins. The FPC technology offers world class advantages and include unique image quality, extreme robustness, low power consumption and complete biometric systems. With these advantages and in combination with low production costs the technology may be implemented in large volume products as smartphones, tablets and biometric cards where these demands are extremely high. FPC's technology have user cases from a number of applications

Important information

Issuance, publication or distribution of this press release in certain jurisdictions could be subject to restrictions. The recipient of this press release is responsible for using this press release and the constituent information in accordance with the rules and regulations prevailing in the particular jurisdiction. This press release does not constitute an offer, or invitation to acquire or subscribe for new securities in Fingerprint Cards in any jurisdiction.

For more information, please contact:

Jorgen Lantto, President and CEO Fingerprint Cards AB (publ), +46-(0)31-60-78-20, investrel@fingerprints.com

SOURCE  Fingerprint Cards AB

Fingerprint Cards AB

Web Site: http://www.fingerprints.com

FPC and TPK Integrates FPC1268 Under Smartphone Cover Glass

GOTHENBURG, Sweden, February 18, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    Fingerprint Cards (FPC) has together with TPK, a leading company specialized in cover
glass and lamination technology, successfully made cover glass prototypes integrating the
FPC1268 touch fingerprint sensor. Through this collaboration, FPC and TPK brings forward
new highly attractive and innovative industrial design options for smartphones and other
devices. As previously announced, FPC1268 is FPC's most recent touch fingerprint sensor,
enabling the sensor to be mounted under the cover glass of the smartphone.

    Jörgen Lantto, President and CEO of FPC, comments: "By teaming up with TPK, we combine
TPK's extensive industry experience and strong technology know-how in cover glass and
lamination technology, with the industry-leading performance of FPC1268. As result we can
together provide a highly compelling offering to the smartphone manufacturers, making it
possible to mount the fingerprint sensor under the cover glass."

    Michael Chung, CEO of TPK, comments: "We are proud to team up with FPC, the world's
leading supplier of fingerprint sensors. We are looking forward to contribute with TPK
market leading lamination technology and cover glass experience to enable mass production
of mobile devices where the FPC1268 sensor is completely hidden behind cover glass. Our
partnership, combining the major strengths of our respective offering, enables smartphone
manufacturers to bring forward new highly attractive industrial designs."

    FPC1268 integrated with TPK cover glass solutions will be demonstrated to invited
guests during Mobile World Congress in Barcelona February 22-25, 2016.

    Footage http://www.fingerprints.com/corporate/en/media-2/press-kit/
[http://www.fingerprints.com/corporate/en/media-2/press-kit ]

    About Fingerprint Cards AB (publ) 

    Fingerprint Cards AB (FPC) is a high tech and listed company which develops, produces
and markets biometric technology that through the analysis and matching of an individual's
unique fingerprint verify the person's identity. A secure and convenient user experience
is thus made possible, beyond keys and pins. The FPC technology offers world class
advantages and include unique image quality, extreme robustness, low power consumption and
complete biometric systems. With these advantages and in combination with low production
costs the technology may be implemented in large volume products as smartphones, tablets
and biometric cards where these demands are extremely high. FPC's technology have user
cases from a number of applications

    Important information 

    Issuance, publication or distribution of this press release in certain jurisdictions
could be subject to restrictions. The recipient of this press release is responsible for
using this press release and the constituent information in accordance with the rules and
regulations prevailing in the particular jurisdiction. This press release does not
constitute an offer, or invitation to acquire or subscribe for new securities in
Fingerprint Cards in any jurisdiction.

    For more information, please contact:

    Jörgen Lantto, President and CEO Fingerprint Cards AB (publ), +46-(0)31-60-78-20,
investrel@fingerprints.com

Fingerprint Cards AB

Enterprise IT Professionals Must Become Digital Business Leaders

LONDON, February 18, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    Leading Edge Forum (LEF) and Business Relationship Management Institute (BRMI) have
announced a new paper and framework for turning Enterprise IT professionals into Digital
Business leaders.

    The presence of technology innovation outside the walls of the firm is becoming
increasingly common. LEF has identified the top 100 current and emerging technologies in
areas such as cloud, SaaS, e-commerce, machine intelligence, and the internet of things.
Leveraging these capabilities requires IT professionals to think from the outside-in.

(Photo:
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160216/333781 )

    "But Enterprise IT has always been among the most inside-out parts of the firm, as IT
professionals have needed to sustain a strong heads-down focus on complex internal systems,
applications, and processes. Making the transition from inside-out to outside-in is among
the most important challenges facing Enterprise IT today," said David Moschella, lead
paper author and LEF research director.

    In recent years, many firms have appointed Business Relationship Managers (BRMs) to
help Enterprise IT partner more effectively with their overall organization.
"Unfortunately, the effectiveness of these BRMs has often been undermined by a deeply
entrenched us versus them IT Services mindset," said BRMI co-founder Aleksandr Zhuk.

    To improve this situation, in recent years the LEF and BRMI have sought to raise the
game of the BRM function through a series of training programmes, accreditation, and
experience-based development workshops. Looking ahead, however, this type of internal
partnering-while still essential-is no longer sufficient. "Information Technology now
touches upon just about every aspect of the modern organization, and this expanding
digital mission is creating opportunities for BRMs to become true Digital Business Leaders
(DBL)," explained Moschella.

    By developing and mobilizing an elite cadre of DBLs, IT organizations can establish
and lead a community (ideally, a critical mass) of like-minded digital enthusiasts across
the firm. To stave off born digital rivals, every organization needs a place for
technology vision, innovation, experimentation, and learning. "Enterprise IT should be at
the centre of these efforts," added Zhuk.

    The differences between traditional BRM and emerging DBL are contrasted further in the
figure illustrated.

    Of course, no one can say how technology will evolve over the coming years, but for
those Enterprise IT professionals who can grow from Business Relationship Managers into
true Digital Business Leaders, the possibilities have never been greater. We are still in
the early stages of the advanced technology revolution, but this is where the next
generation of business leaders will first emerge.

    The Paper is available at:

https://leadingedgeforum.com/publication/turning-your-brms-into-digital-business-leaders/
[https://leadingedgeforum.com/publication/turning-your-brms-into-digital-business-leaders ]

       
         
        Contact Information: 
        Leading Edge Forum (LEF) 
        Kate Taylor 
        +44-(0)7884-476528 
        kate.taylor@leadingedgeforum.com  
        https://leadingedgeforum.com 
        Business Relationship Management Institute (BRMI) 
        BRMI Team 
        +1-888-848-3012 
        info@brminstitute.org 
        http://brminstitute.org 

     

    Photo:
    http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160216/333781

Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160216/333781
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160216/333781
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Leading Edge Forum (LEF)

Athentek and csl. Launch Circo in Hong Kong

A Smart Wearable Device for Your Loved Ones

HONG KONG, Feb. 18, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Athentek and csl. today launch Circo in Hong Kong. Circo is a smart wearable device that locates children, pets, elders, and all your loved ones using Athentek's cloud-based intelligent learning algorithms and easy-to-use mobile app.

http://photos.prnasia.com/prnvar/20160217/8521600983

Circo is a small device fully packed with the latest smart positioning technologies, an advanced blend of GPS, AGPS, Wi-Fi, and Cell ID, to provide the most accurate positioning both indoors and outdoors. Circo is small enough to fit into a pocket or it can be worn with additional accessories which may be purchased separately.

Through the accompanying free mobile app, parents and caregivers stay always in touch, and can view on a map at any time the location of their loved ones - both where a child is now as well as the places they've been over the past seven days. It also works as a chatting app where everyone can come together to discuss a child's location and well-being. And the innovative "Safe Zones" function within the app automatically provides notifications when a child enters or leaves areas which are marked as safe. This acts as a warning for parents and caregivers to check their child's location.

For those with pets, Circo's tracking mode is especially useful when pets run away. Once this mode is triggered, Circo will provide continuous location updates and help an owner quickly visualize where a pet is now, where it may be heading, and increase the chances of finding it.

csl. will be presenting Circo at the Hong Kong Pet Show in the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre on February 19-21. Circo will be available in all 1010 Centers and csl. shops.

About Athentek

Athentek is an innovative and rapidly-growing startup company focused on the security applications of our smart location technologies. Our mission is to provide the best user experience through tight integration of a wearable device, application software, and cloud services. For more information, visit http://www.athentek.com

Media Contacts:

Athentek
Charlene Kao
charlene.kao@athentek.com

Photo - http://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20160217/8521600983

SOURCE  Athentek

Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160217/334048
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160217/334048
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Athentek

CONTACT: Charlene Kao, +886-919-510-678

Web Site: http://www.athentek.com/

Honeywell Addresses Industrial Internet of Things Information Distribution Challenge With New Mobility App

Real-time plant performance and notifications sent direct to smartphones, giving managers information at their fingertips

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Feb. 18, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Honeywell (NYSE:HON) Process Solutions (HPS) has launched a new app providing plant managers immediate notifications as well as real-time plant performance data and analytics direct to their smartphones.

http://photos.prnasia.com/prnvar/20160217/0861601274

Honeywell Pulse(TM), part of Honeywell's Industrial Internet of Things network, is the company's newest technology enabling plant managers, supervisors and others to stay connected to their enterprise -- wherever they are in the world. The app brings relevant metrics and the tools to resolve issues directly to mobile devices, helping to improve efficiency and safety.

"Honeywell's IIoT is all about data, data analytics, and especially big data analytics," said Bruce Calder, vice president and chief technology officer for HPS. "The IIoT, cloud and mobility have really supercharged our portfolio. Honeywell Pulse gives managers and supervisors peace of mind by allowing them to receive alerts and monitor performance remotely. This allows plant personnel to respond faster to situations, whether they are planned or unplanned."

Honeywell is well positioned to leverage the IIoT, a network of networks that uses the Internet to connect people, processes and assets, and to enable a new way to optimize business results and improve safety through increased mobility.

Honeywell recently conducted a customer mobility strategy survey which showed 65 percent of customers in the chemicals, refining, pulp and paper, and upstream oil and gas industries have a mobility strategy. It identified the top three operational areas that generate the most interest in mobility are processing facilities, field service and logistics. The survey also revealed that customers are investing in mobility in three key areas: information visibility, improved field service workflow and safety compliance.

"The survey shows, and Honeywell's approach to mobility reflect, the need for mobility solutions in order for businesses to properly transform to meet global challenges," said Mark Sen Gupta, senior consultant, ARC Advisory Group.

Mobility is part of Honeywell's initiative to introduce a suite of apps that, along with new cloud functionalities, will help existing solutions deliver better business efficiencies. Honeywell Pulse, HPS' first app built specifically for mobile devices, connects to different sources and applications across the company's portfolio to create a more intuitive mobile experience for plant workers.

Honeywell Pulse provides:

    --  Timely notifications: Customize alerts according to your preference to
        receive proactive and timely notifications
    --  Alerts from multiple data sources: Enable alerts from existing Honeywell
        DynAMo(®) Alarm Management software, and OPC-compliant historians, such
        as Uniformance(®) Process History Database (PHD)
    --  Connectivity tools to drive collaboration: Allow use of threaded
        conversations to resolve and weigh in real time on issues; define alert
        conditions and subscribe or unsubscribe quickly and easily
    --  Raise situational awareness: Forward, share and receive critical alarms
        and events to increase situational awareness
Learn more about mobility and Honeywell Pulse at http://www.honeywellpulse.com. Discover more about Honeywell's IIoT by watching our YouTube video.

Photo - http://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20160217/0861601274

SOURCE  Honeywell

Honeywell

CONTACT: Don Empie, +1-832-252-3619, donald.empie@honeywell.com

Web Site: http://www.honeywellpulse.com

Ricoh announces 28-105mm lens for new PENTAX K-1 full-frame DSLR

Compact, lightweight and weather-sealed lens offers popular zoom range, is ideal companion to new PENTAX K-1 full-frame DSLR

DENVER, Feb. 17, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation today announced the HD PENTAX-D FA 28-105mm f/3.5-5.6ED DC WR lens. This new, compact and lightweight zoom lens provides the most frequently requested focal-length range for general photography, from wide angle to medium telephoto.

https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnvar/20140718/128670

This versatile zoom lens is designed to cover the large full-frame sensor found in the new PENTAX  K-1 camera, incorporating state-of-the-art optics and high-performance optical elements. When mounted on the K-1 camera body, it delivers high-resolution imaging power, and is an ideal every day-use lens for the new camera.

| Pricing and Availability |
The HD PENTAX-D FA 28-105mm f/3.5-5.6ED DC WR lens will be available in April 2016 at http://www.ricohimaging.com and retail outlets nationwide for a manufacturer's suggested retail price of $499.99. 

| About Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation |
Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation is a subsidiary of Ricoh Company Ltd., a global technology company specializing in office imaging equipment, production print solutions, document management systems and IT services. Headquartered in Tokyo, Ricoh Group operates in about 200 countries and regions.

The company now known as Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation, was originally founded in 1919, under the name Asahi Optical Joint Stock Co. and launched its first SLR camera in the 1950s under the PENTAX name. Today, Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation continues to produce the heritage-rich, award-winning line of PENTAX DSLR cameras, lenses and sport optics equipment as well as Ricoh's offering of stylish and compact digital cameras, known for their wide-ranging, rich set of features.

For further information, please visit http://www.ricohimaging.com/pentaxff

© 2016 Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation. All rights reserved. All referenced product names are the trademarks of their respective companies.

For More Information, Contact:
Barbara Hagin
Breakaway Communications for Ricoh
(415) 358-2484
bhagin@breakawaycom.com

Main Features

1. Standard zoom lens covering most frequently-used range
This standard zoom lens accommodates the image circle of a 35mm full-frame image sensor, and covers focal lengths between 28mm wide angle and 105mm medium telephoto. By incorporating the latest optics and a number of high-performance optical elements, it retains a sufficient brightness level even at edges of the image field, while effectively compensating for aberrations. It delivers high-resolution images by optimizing the imaging power of the PENTAX K-1 camera's approximately 36.4 effective megapixels. Its compact, lightweight body and excellent cost performance make this lens a perfect companion lens to the PENTAX K-1.

2. Excellent image resolution, complementing the PENTAX K-1 full-frame digital SLR camera performance
With 15-element, 11-group optics, this zoom lens incorporates two high-precision aspherical optical elements, one ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass optical element and one anomalous-dispersion glass optical element to deliver bright, sharp images with minimal chromatic and spherical aberrations. The optics are designed to deliver ample resolving power for the large, high-pixel image sensor, producing well-defined, fine-detailed images.

3. HD Coating to improve image quality
This lens is treated with the high-grade, multi-layer HD (high-definition) coating. Compared with conventional multi-layer coatings, this PENTAX-original coating assures higher light transmittance and less reflection to deliver bright, high-contrast images that are free of flare and ghost images, even under demanding lighting conditions such as backlight.

4. Quick-Shift Focus System
This PENTAX-developed system allows for flawless, delay-free switching from autofocus to manual-focus operation, after the subject is captured in focus by the camera's AF system.

Logo - http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140718/128670

SOURCE  Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation

Photo:https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140718/128670
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Photo:https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140718/128670
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation

Web Site: http://www.ricohimaging.com

Ricoh announces HD PENTAX-D FA 15-30mm f/2.8 lens for new PENTAX K-1 full-frame DSLR

Weather-sealed, ultra-wide-angle zoom lens, ideal for landscapes and nightscapes

DENVER, Feb. 17, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation today announced the HD PENTAX-D FA 15-30mm f/2.8ED SDM WR lens. This new lens is designed to work seamlessly with the full-frame sensor of the new PENTAX K-1 camera, also announced today.

https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnvar/20140718/128670

When mounted on the PENTAX K-1 camera body, the lens covers a focal-length range from 15mm ultra-wide-angle to 30mm wide-angle.(Note: with a PENTAX  APS-C-size digital SLR camera body, the lens covers a focal-length range from 23mm to 46mm.) Its exaggerated ultra-wide perspective and state-of-the-art optical design enable capturing high-resolution, dynamic, sweeping views of subjects, ideal for landscape photography. Treated with PENTAX-developed HD Coating, the lens produces well-defined, fine-detailed images with ample light levels even at the edges of the image field, while effectively reducing chromatic aberration and distortion to a minimum.

Its large f/2.8 maximum aperture is also well-suited for photographing nightscapes and starry skies. The built-in SDM (Supersonic Direct-drive Motor) provides quiet, high-speed autofocus operation.

| Pricing and Availability |

HD PENTAX-D FA 15-30mm f/2.8ED SDM WR lens will be available in April 2016 at http://www.ricohimaging.com and retail outlets nationwide for a manufacturer's suggested retail price of $1,499.99.

| About Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation |

Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation is a subsidiary of Ricoh Company Ltd., a global technology company specializing in office imaging equipment, production print solutions, document management systems and IT services.  Headquartered in Tokyo, Ricoh Group operates in about 200 countries and regions.

The company now known as Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation, was originally founded in 1919, under the name Asahi Optical Joint Stock Co. and launched its first SLR camera in the 1950s under the PENTAX name. Today, Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation continues to produce the heritage-rich, award-winning line of PENTAX DSLR cameras, lenses and sport optics equipment as well as Ricoh's offering of stylish and compact digital cameras, known for their wide-ranging, rich set of features.

For further information, please visit http://www.ricohimaging.com/pentaxff

© 2016 Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation. All rights reserved. All referenced product names are the trademarks of their respective companies.

For More Information, Contact:

Barbara Hagin

Breakaway Communications for Ricoh

(415) 358-2484
bhagin@breakawaycom.com

Main Features

    1. Exceptional imaging powerWhen mounted on the PENTAX K-1 35mm full-frame
       digital SLR camera body, the lens provides an ultra-wide-angle
       focal-length coverage from 15mm to 30mm. Its exaggerated perspective
       helps the photographer produce spectacular landscape photographs. With a
       30mm focal length at the telephoto end, the lens is also well-suited to
       portrait and street photography.

    2. State-of-the-art optical designThe zoom lens incorporates three ED
       (Extra-low Dispersion) glass optical elements and three aspherical
       optical elements in its 18-element, 13-group optics to deliver
       high-resolution images rich in contrast even at the edges of the image
       field, while effectively minimizing chromatic aberration, distortion and
       coma.

    3. Large-aperture zoom lens, with a maximum aperture of f/2.8Since this zoom
       lens provides a maximum aperture of f/2.8 over its entire zoom range, it
       is versatile enough to be used for many different subjects and scenes,
       ranging from sweeping landscapes to nightscapes and starry skies. Despite
       its ultra-wide-angle perspective, it can capture the subject with an
       excellent bokeh (defocus) effect on the background. Even in macro
       photography from its minimum focusing distance of 28 centimeters, it can
       capture subjects with a well-defined sense of depth.

    4. Built-in SDM (Supersonic Direct-drive Motor)The incorporation of a
       new-generation SDM (Supersonic Direct-drive Motor) assures that this zoom
       lens provides quiet, high-speed autofocus operation, letting the
       photographer react swiftly to all types of subjects.

    5. Weather-resistant constructionSpecial seals applied throughout the lens
       body provide this zoom lens with dependable weather-resistant
       construction, effectively preventing the intrusion of water into the lens
       interior. By pairing it with a weather-resistant PENTAX digital SLR
       camera body, the photographer has a durable, dependable digital imaging
       system that performs superbly under demanding shooting conditions -- even
       in the rain or mist, or at locations prone to water splashes or spray.

    6. HD Coating to improve image descriptionThe lens is treated with
       high-grade, multi-layer HD (high-definition) coating. Compared with
       conventional multi-layer coatings, this PENTAX-original coating assures
       higher light transmittance and less reflection to deliver bright,
       high-contrast images free of flare and ghost images, even under demanding
       lighting conditions such as backlight.
    7. Other features

    --  Quick-Shift Focus System for instant switching from autofocus to
        manual-focus operation, by holding the shutter-release button halfway
        down and turning the focus ring after the subject is captured in focus
        by the camera's AF system.
    --  Rounded diaphragm with nine blades produces a smooth, beautiful bokeh
        (defocus) effect, while minimizing the streaking effect of point light
        sources.
    --  SP (Super Protect) coating applied to the front surface of the lens to
        effectively repel water and grease.

Logo - http://photos.prnewswire.com/prn/20140718/128670

SOURCE  Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation

Photo:https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140718/128670
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Photo:https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140718/128670
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation

Web Site: http://www.ricohimaging.com

Ricoh defines full-frame benchmark with new PENTAX full-frame DSLR offering

PENTAX K-1 camera offers innovations not available in any other DSLR

DENVER, Feb. 17, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation today announced the PENTAX K-1 full-frame digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) camera. The K-1 combines the performance of a full-frame sensor with unique, user-friendly PENTAX technology and convenience features loved by professional and serious amateur photographers the world over.

https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnvar/20140718/128670

The foundation of the PENTAX K-1 is its large, full-frame image sensor. This AA-filterless CMOS sensor with 36.4 effective megapixels sets the stage for ultimate creativity, facilitating super-high-resolution images rich in gradation and superb in high-sensitivity rendition.

Built around the full-frame sensor is a compact, high-performance weather-sealed and dustproof body with features only found in PENTAX cameras. "The K-1 is a blend of advanced, full-frame performance with the kind of features and advancements that PENTAX users have come to know and love," said Jim Malcolm, president, Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation. "As a result, the K-1 creates a solution for full-frame shooters that is unique in the industry."

Within its compact body, the PENTAX K-1 features several advanced technologies that help the photographer to produce top results in a wide variety of challenging conditions. SR II Shake Reduction is a newly refined and highly sensitive five-axis shake-reduction system that is capable of reducing camera shake with a compensation range of up to five exposure steps, allowing photographers to freely move and compose - and to focus on their subjects, not the gear. SR II also facilitates other advanced PENTAX-unique features such as AA Filter Simulator, which effectively eliminates moiré effect without the need for an anti-aliasing filter, while increasing sharpness and overall image quality. Key to great autofocus performance on the K-1 is the new SAFOX 12 autofocus mechanism with 33 autofocus points, assuring fast and accurate autofocusing, even in the most demanding shooting situations.  A newly-designed optical viewfinder equipped with the famous PENTAX Pentaprism boasts a bright, nearly 100-percent field of view.

In addition to a long list of technological advancements, the PENTAX K-1 also features a number of convenience features, making camera operation fast and easy. Designed to move in ways never before imagined is the new Flexible-tilt LCD monitor--a first for any DSLR camera. This rugged yet highly adjustable display can be positioned to the desired angle horizontally and vertically, making it easy to shoot at challenging angles. Other significant firsts include the K-1's Operation Assist Lights - small, white LEDs that facilitate camera operation in low-light environments, making it easy to change lenses, swap memory cards and adjust back-of-camera controls, and a Smart Function dial that allows photographers to easy select frequently-used functions without going into the LCD menu.

Current PENTAX lens owners will appreciate that they can incorporate their APS-C lens collection into their new PENTAX K-1 full-frame camera kit by utilizing the K-1's Crop Mode, which offers settings in-camera for either APS-C or Full-Frame sized shooting, regardless of the attached lens. There is also an "auto" mode that detects the lens type and sets the camera accordingly.

Upon launch, PENTAX is offering 12 full-frame compatible lenses, including two new models being announced concurrent with the K-1 camera: the HD PENTAX-D FA 15-30mm f.2.8 ultra-wide angle zoom lens and the HD PENTAX-D FA 28-105mm f/3.5-5.6 compact, lightweight zoom lens. (Note: separate news releases have been issued today to provide details on each lens).

| Pricing and Availability |

The PENTAX K-1 camera will be available April 2016 at http://www.ricohimaging.com and retail outlets nationwide for a manufacturer's suggested retail price of $1,799.95.

| About Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation|

Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation is a subsidiary of Ricoh Company Ltd., a global technology company specializing in office imaging equipment, production print solutions, document management systems and IT services.  Headquartered in Tokyo, Ricoh Group operates in about 200 countries and regions.

The company now known as Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation was originally founded in 1919, under the name Asahi Optical Joint Stock Co. and launched its first SLR camera in the 1950s under the PENTAX name. Today, Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation continues to produce the heritage-rich, award-winning line of PENTAX DSLR cameras, lenses and sport optics equipment as well as Ricoh's offering of stylish and compact digital cameras, known for their wide-ranging, rich set of features.

For further information, please visit http://www.ricohimaging.com/pentaxff

© 2016 Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation. All rights reserved. All referenced product names are the trademarks of their respective companies.

For More Information, Contact:

Barbara Hagin

Breakaway Communications for Ricoh

(415) 358-2484

bhagin@breakawaycom.com

Main Features

1.  High-resolution, fine-gradation images supported by approximately 36.4 effective megapixels
The K-1 features an AA (anti-aliasing) filterless design that prioritizes image resolution, as well as the new PRIME IV imaging engine, which is capable of 14-bit RAW-format image recording. The    K-1's unique full frame sensor and imaging engine design also allows for super-high-sensitivity shooting up to ISO 204800, producing beautiful, high-resolution images.

2. New-generation SR II five-axis system

        --  In-body SR II mechanism assures optimal shake reduction performance
            The SR II (Shake Reduction II) five-axis mechanism enables accurate
            control of the large full-frame image sensor with all compatible
            PENTAX interchangeable lenses.* In addition to camera shake caused
            by pitch and yaw, it effectively compensates for camera shake caused
            by horizontal and vertical shift, as well as camera shake caused by
            roll, which is difficult to deal with by lens-installed shake
            reduction mechanisms. Even when taking a panning shot, this system
            automatically detects the direction of the camera's movement, and
            efficiently controls the SR II unit to always produce the best image
            possible.

        --  Pixel Shift Resolution System with a new motion correction
            functionThis system uses the latest super-resolution technology,
            which captures four images of the same scene by shifting the image
            sensor by a single pixel for each image, then synthesizes them into
            a single composite image. Compared to the conventional Bayer system,
            in which each pixel has only a single color data unit, this
            innovative system obtains all color data within each pixel. It
            incorporates a new motion correction function, which automatically
            detects a moving object during continuous shooting.

        --  Innovative AA filter simulator to minimize moiréBy applying
            microscopic vibrations to the image sensor, the K-1's AA
            (anti-aliasing) filter simulator provides the same level of moiré
            reduction as an optical AA filter.

        --  Supportive shooting functions Since the K-1's SR II unit has a
            flexible design that tilts the image sensor unit in all directions,
            it provides a host of handy shooting functions, including auto level
            compensation, image-composition fine-adjustment, and AstroTracer,
            which simplifies advanced astronomical photography using a built-in
            GPS module.
3. Flexible tilt-type LCD monitor to accommodate various shooting angles 
The K-1 features a newly designed, Flexible-tilt LCD monitor, which tilts horizontally, vertically or diagonally with a single action, without deviating from the lens's optical axis. 35 degrees of horizontal and 44 degrees of vertical adjustment can be achieved; the LCD panel can even be laid flat up or down. The 3.2-inch LCD monitor features a tempered-glass front panel for added durability, a unique air-gapless construction effectively reduces reflection, and a new Outdoor View Setting mode allows the user to instantly choose the desired monitor brightness level.

4. Newly developed SAFOX 12 with 33 sensor points and full-frame-proportioned AF frame 
The SAFOX 12 AF sensor module features 33 AF sensors (25 cross-type sensors positioned in the middle). The center sensor and the two sensors located just above and below it are designed to detect the light flux of an F2.8 lens, making it easy to obtain pinpoint focus on a subject when using a large-aperture lens.

5. Upgraded PENTAX Real-Time Scene Analysis System, with application of artificial  intelligence technology   
The K-1's advanced PENTAX Real-Time Scene Analysis System performs near-instant analysis of exposure, color, movement and other factors. Combined with a breakthrough artificial intelligence technology called deep learning, the K-1 instantly optimizes settings for even the most difficult shooting situations.

6. Easy-to-focus optical viewfinder with nearly 100-percent field of view 
Newly developed for its 35mm full-frame design, the K-1's optical viewfinder provides a nearly 100-percent field of view and an approximately 0.7-times magnification. A Natural Bright Matt III focusing screen allows ease of focusing and a true-to-life rendition of defocused areas in the viewfinder image.

7. High-speed continuous shooting with a top speed of approximately 4.4 images per second 
The K-1 has a larger shutter unit that easily accommodates the camera's full-frame image sensor and provides high-speed, high-accuracy control of the mirror unit. A high-speed data transmission system incorporated in the PRIME IV imaging engine allows the user to continuously record as many as 17 images in the RAW format (or a maximum of 70 images in the JPEG Best format) in a single sequence, at a top speed of approximately 4.4 images per second.

8. Supportive shooting functions to improve picture-taking efficiency and operational comfort

    --  Operation assist light function, which provides LED lights above the
        lens mount, behind the LCD monitor, at the memory car slot, and at the
        cable switch terminal to facilitate fast and easy operation in poorly
        lit settings.
    --  Key lock function, which prevents erroneous operation of the four-way
        controller and other exposure-related control buttons.
    --  Smart function, which allows the user to swiftly choose and set desired
        functions using just the function dial and the set dial on the camera's
        upper panel, without referring to the menu screen on the LCD monitor.
    --  Control panel customize function allows the user to change aspects of
        the on-screen menu.
9. Compact, solid body with dustproof, weather-resistant construction 
Constructed of sturdy yet lightweight magnesium alloy with the inclusion of 87 sealing parts in the body, the K-1 also boasts a dustproof, weather-resistant and cold-resistant construction.

Other Features

    --  Wi-Fi operation allowing camera control and image transfer to tablet or
        smartphone via the free ImageSync app
    --  Full HD movie recording at 1920 x 1080 pixels in the H.264 recording
        format
    --  Built-in GPS module and electronic compass
    --  High-grade DR II (Dust Removal II) mechanism for effective elimination
        of dust on the image sensor using ultrasonic vibration
    --  Crop mode with a choice of image area from AUTO, FF (Full Frame) and
        APS-C, to accommodate different types of lenses
    --  Clarity control and Skin Tone correction functions, a pair of the latest
        image processing technologies developed by RICOH Central Laboratory
    --  HDR (High Dynamic Range) shooting mode with RAW-format data filing,
        usable in handheld shooting
    --  The PENTAX-invented hyper operating system for quick, accurate response
        to the photographer's creative intentions
    --  Dual SD card slots for memory card flexibility (compatible with SDXC
        UHS-1 speed class in SDR104 buss speed mode)
    --  Compensation of various parameters: lens distortion, lateral chromatic
        aberration, diffraction, and brightness level at image-field edges.
        Fringe effect compensation is also available in RAW-format processing.
    --  Compatibility with PENTAX Image Transmitter 2 tethering software
        (Software update required from RICOH IMAGING official website)
    --  Digital Camera Utility 5 software (latest version) included
Optional Accessory

    --  D-BG6 Battery Grip This battery grip is designed to facilitate
        vertical-position shooting with the PENTAX K-1 camera body. It provides
        a shutter release button, a set of control buttons (AE lock, AF, ISO,
        exposure compensation, green), a preview lever, and dual electronic
        dials -- just like those provided on the camera body. It also features
        the dustproof, weather-resistant construction identical to the PENTAX
        K-1 camera body. In addition to the dedicated lithium-ion rechargeable
        batteries, it also accepts six AA-size batteries.
Logo - http://photos.prnewswire.com/prn/20140718/128670

SOURCE  Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation

Photo:https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140718/128670
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Photo:https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140718/128670
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation

GoPole Debuts Via First-Ever Kickstarter Campaign To Launch New Triad Grip

A Versatile, Multi-Configuration Camera Tray Perfect For Professional Video Production And Underwater Usage

POMPTON PLAINS, N.J., Feb. 17, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- GoPole (gopole.com), the original and leading third party GoPro® camera accessory brand, has announced their first-ever Kickstarter campaign to promote and fund the new Triad Grip, a multi-configuration tray for GoPro and other cameras. The campaign kicked off on February 14 and will run until March 16, 2016 at 9:05 AM Eastern Standard Time. 

"GoPole users are extremely creative and savvy - they want to be a part of innovative and passionate new products and ideas, which is why launching a Kickstarter campaign to showcase the Triad Grip made sense," GoPole Vice President Ryan Vosburg says. "Backers who help drive the project will receive a variety of reward options based on their donations, allowing for advanced offerings and additional product opportunities from the GoPole brand."

The Triad Grip is a versatile, do-it-all mount that offers protection, stability and multiple accessory mounting options for your GoPro or any other cameras. The product is perfect for professional video production or underwater usage to capture footage of virtually anything imaginable - from skateboarding to diving. Featuring two rubber grips and a rubber glide handle, the Triad Grip can be used for two-handed or single-handed filming. Two ¼"-20 threaded inserts and three integrated shoe mounts are provided for connecting mics, lights and other camera accessories.

Kickstarter is a successful funding platform for creative projects, bringing them to life through the direct support of others. The Kickstarter campaign for GoPole's Triad Grip runs for 30 days and, if fully funded, GoPole will receive at least $35,000 in backer donations for the new mount and in turn, will reward those who donated to the campaign through various reward tier options. The Triad Grip will be available to consumers worldwide in May for a suggested manufacturers retail price of $64.99, but contributors to the Kickstarter campaign, will likely have the product in-hand by mid to late March.

For more information about the Kickstarter campaign, and to watch the video about the Triad Grip click here: http://kck.st/1U7KFtR. To learn more about GoPole, go online to gopole.com. Join the conversation socially with the hashtags #gopole and #triadgrip.

About GoPole 
GoPole is the original GoPro accessory brand, offering users unique and versatile ways to expand the use of their GoPro cameras. Founded in 2010, GoPole is the #1 selling third-party GoPro accessory brand worldwide and the preferred GoPro accessories for the worlds top athletes and action sports filmmakers.  Visit GoPole at http://www.gopole.com; follow GoPole on Facebook.com/gopolemounts, Twitter.com/gopolemounts, Instagram.com/gopole

https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnvar/20160217/334356

Video - http://origin-qps.onstreammedia.com/origin/multivu_archive/PRNA/ENR/334368-TriadGrip-Kickstarter.mp4
Photo - http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160217/334356

SOURCE  GoPole

Photo:https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160217/334356
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Photo:https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160217/334356
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Video:http://origin-qps.onstreammedia.com/origin/multivu_archive/PRNA/ENR/334368-TriadGrip-Kickstarter.mp4
GoPole

CONTACT: Lauren Machen, Fuse for GoPole, 802-383-1414, lmachen@fusemarketing.com

Web Site: http://www.gopole.com

Super Ventures launches first incubator and investment fund dedicated to Augmented Reality

The firm announces its inaugural fund and first series of investments in augmented reality startups bringing superpowers to the people

SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 17, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Super Ventures launched today as the first combined incubator and investment fund dedicated to augmented reality (AR). The firm will fund and accelerate early-stage startups developing technologies that give people superpowers by augmenting the human experience. Super Ventures aims to drive innovation and growth in augmented reality by investing in startups which share its vision that augmented reality, virtual reality (VR) and wearable technology will overtake personal computing as the next platform.

"From startups to labs to communities, our team has been building the AR ecosystem for the past 20 years," said Super Ventures Founder and GM, Ori Inbar. "Establishing an investment fund and incubator furthers our influence in the AR space by allowing us to invest in passionate entrepreneurs and incubate technologies that will become the foundation for the next wave of computing."

Along with the debut of its inaugural $10 million fund, Super Ventures is announcing its initial investments in several AR companies including Waygo, a visual translation app specializing in Asian languages, and Fringefy, a visual search engine that helps people discover local content and services. The fund will also invest in technologies enabling AR, and is separately backing an unannounced company developing an intelligence system to crowdsource visual data.

The Super Ventures partnership is made up of Ori Inbar, Matt Miesnieks, Tom Emrich and Professor Mark Billinghurst.

"The next 12-18 months will be seen as the best opportunity to invest in augmented reality," said Matt Miesnieks. "Our goal is to identify early-stage startups developing enabling platforms and provide them with necessary capital and mentorship. Our guiding light for our investment decisions is our proprietary industry roadmap we've developed from our combined domain expertise. The companies we select will be the early winning platforms in the next mega-wave of mobile disruption."

"Our team will take a hands-on approach with the startups, leveraging our industry experience, research knowledge and networks to help them meet their goals while part of the incubator," added Professor Mark Billinghurst.

"Unique to Super Ventures is the community we have fostered which we will put to work to help support our startups," said Tom Emrich. "Our community of over 150,000 professionals gives us access to investment opportunities early on, and provides a network of mentors, corporate partners and investors which our startups can rely on to succeed."

About Super Ventures
Super Ventures is an incubator and investment fund dedicated to Augmented Reality. We invest in passionate entrepreneurs developing technologies giving people superpowers that augment the human experience: AR, VR and Wearable Tech. Our leadership team embeds themselves as part of our startups to successfully launch their products and reach their next funding milestones.

Learn more at http://www.superventures.com or on Twitter at @Super_Ventures

SOURCE  Super Ventures

Super Ventures

CONTACT: Tom Emrich, tom@superventures.com, 415-244-8634

Web Site: http://www.superventures.com

Texting for Business Gets Easier - Screen Magic Joins the Cirrus Insight Inbox Apps Marketplace

HENDERSON, Nevada, February 17, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    Screen Magic [http://www.screen-magic.com ] is excited to announce that SMS-Magic a
business texting solution [http://www.screen-magic.com/features ], is now available on the
Cirrus Insight Inbox Apps Marketplace. Cirrus Insight enables Salesforce application
developers to bring their CRM applications into Outlook and Gmail. Now you can send a text
to any object in Salesforce right from your inbox.

(Logo:
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20150910/763156 )

    "Your customer data lives in your CRM, but you talk to your customers in your inbox.
That's why we're so excited to be bringing the ability to send, receive, customize and
track text activity to Cirrus Insight and into Gmail and Outlook. With SMS-Magic in the
inbox you can save time and no longer have to bounce back and forth between your inbox and
your CRM," says Nitin Seth, CEO, Screen Magic.

    SMS-Magic is the most popular texting application on the Salesforce Appexchange. With
an open rate of 98 percent, text messages can be very effective in engaging customers.
Customers using Cirrus Insight can now leverage the texting feature within the Inbox Apps
pane.

    With the SMS-Magic Inbox app, a user can send a text right from the inbox to any
object in Salesforce. A user can also receive incoming messages from any mobile, in the
inbox. The app also allows a text to be sent through templates configured for a particular
object as well as view text delivery reports.

    Screen-Magic has also pioneered a concept called SMS-Magic-Stories, that allows users
to integrate one-click, automated text campaigns with predefined narratives and flows.
These 'stories' uniquely help businesses to capture and nurture leads and customers
through all the stages of the buying cycle, with minimal effort.

    "We couldn't be more excited to have Screen Magic join the Cirrus Insight Inbox Apps
Marketplace. Joining the marketplace is a true partnership since Cirrus Insight users get
access to amazing apps like SMS-Magic and app makers get to extend their product's
functionality to where their users spend their days, namely the inbox," says Ryan Huff,
CEO and Co-Founder, Cirrus Insight.

    About Cirrus Insight 

    With over 1,000 5-star reviews, Cirrus Insight [http://www.cirrusinsight.com ] is the
#1 app for integrating your CRM with your inbox. Cirrus Insight saves salespeople time and
makes their lives easier by allowing them to do all of their workflows right from the
inbox. Salespeople can track and log emails, schedule meetings, set follow up reminders,
and update CRM records, right from Gmail, Outlook, Office 365, iPhone, iPad, and Android.
You can start a free 14-day trial of Cirrus Insight at:
http://www.cirrusinsight.com/install

    The Cirrus Insight Inbox Apps Marketplace is where you can go to find all the
innovative CRM applications that work right inside your inbox. You can learn more at:
http://www.cirrusinsight.com/marketplace

    About Screen Magic 

    Screen Magic is a mobile communications company helping businesses communicate
effectively, with their consumers. Passionate about offering convenient ways to reduce
cost, increase operational efficiency and delighting users, Screen Magic is a privately
held company with more than 60 mobility experts and offices in U.S & India. We are one of
the top ISV partners for Salesforce in the APAC region. With over 800 customers, our
flagship product SMS-Magic is the most popular texting application on the Salesforce
Appexchange. You can book a demo of SMS-Magic at:
http://www.screen-magic.com/book-a-demo

       
         
        Contact 
        Screen-Magic Mobile Media 
        Ketan Pathki 
        Sr. Manager Marketing and Communication 
        ketan@screen-magic.com  

     

    Photo:
    http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20150910/763156

Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20150910/763156
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20150910/763156
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Screen-Magic Mobile Media

relayr Announces Strategic Training Partnership with Fast Lane

BERLIN, February 17, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

       
        - relayr partners with Fastlane to deliver training in developing IoT market
          opportunities with relayr and Fast Lane's partner ecosystem
        - New partnership will accelerate partner sales of relayr's IoT solutions and Cloud
          platform in the global market

    On February 17th, 2016 relayr, the rapidly growing Internet-of-Things (IoT) provider
headquartered in Berlin, and Fast Lane, a worldwide provider of authorized IT training
courses, announced a new strategic training partnership to deliver the relayr IoT
Transformation Workshop to their partnership ecosystem around the globe.

    The Fast Lane IoT Transformation Workshop training is designed to enable ecosystem
partners to identify IoT market opportunities early, develop their pipeline, and deliver
solutions to customers across all industries. By offering educational tracks specific to
Account Managers, Sales Engineers, Sales Team Leaders, and Business Development Managers,
relayr and Fast Lane hope to scale knowledge on developing real-world IoT solutions
quickly, effectively, and securely.

    This partnership is being launched in conjunction with relayr's joint go to market
strategy with technology leaders such as Cisco, Amazon Web Services. Fast Lane is a Cisco
Learning Specialized and Cisco Business partner; while relayr enterprise middleware and
Innovative 5-4-3 services led approach are now being offered on Cisco's global price list.

    "The only way to enable our partners to effectively address the needs in this field is
to ensure sure they fully understand how to identify and address IoT opportunities very
early in the market. We are proud to partner with Fast Lane to deliver the training tools
necessary to foster this understanding." Josef Brunner, relayr CEO

    Torsten Poels, CEO & Chairman of the Board, Fast Lane comments: "Fast Lane has
developed a complete portfolio of offerings addressing the complexity and impact of the
latest transformative technologies like IoT, Cloud, Mobility, and Big Data. Our new global
partnership with IoT innovator relayr is an important milestone for accelerated industry
transition and cloud enablement."

    About relayr  

    relayr is a rapidly growing IoT company, providing the enterprise middleware for the
digital transformation of industries. Founded in April 2013 in Berlin, relayr's cloud
platform, consulting services, and award winning hardware have quickly launched this
company from startup to global IoT leader in record time.

    relayr addresses the central challenge of the Internet of Things, digitizing physical
objects, with an end-to-end development solution consisting of an IoT cloud platform that
communicates from Any-to-Any (any service, any software, any platform, any sensor); open
source software development kits; and a sensor kit for rapid prototyping.

    Through their expanding Partner Program, relayr is poised to continue their
unprecedented growth and solidify their position as the company that is delivering the
"last mile of connectivity" for IoT devices around the globe.

    About Fast Lane 

    Fast Lane is a worldwide provider of authorized IT training courses, supported by our
well established Professional Services division. We deliver vendor-authorized courses from
leading technology vendors, including Cisco, NetApp, VMware, Microsoft, Symantec and many
others. We can deliver both individual courses or comprehensive training programs, all
taught by vendor-certified instructors who are experts in their field.

       
         
        Press Contact 
        Fink & Fuchs PR AG 
        Simone Motschmann 
        Email: simone.motschmann@ffpr.de 
        Phone: +49-(0)611-74131-929 

     

relayr