The Diary(TM) for Apple Watch(TM) Improves Health Outcomes with Care Management Features
Lifetime Health Diary(TM) continues to lead the way in engaging patients using digital health technology
TUCSON, Ariz., Jan. 28, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- The Diary(TM) Corp, the world's first patient-centered solution to personal health information management, announced enhancements to their app for Apple Watch and iPhone. Actionable Care Reminders and Tap & Talk Health allow users to dictate their symptoms and vitals directly into their device, and also to receive reminders so they can effectively follow their care and prescription plans. The Diary is changing the way patients manage their care.
"One of the biggest challenges to achieving positive health outcomes is the lack of actionable information available to the patient," said Kirk Sanders, the Diary's Managing Director of US Healthcare. "The Diary is a new technology that helps patients work with their doctors and actively participate in their care."
The Diary's clinical and care management features are especially powerful when combined with the other health and activity functions available on Apple's mobile devices. Adding The Diary app turns Apple Watches and iPhones into care assistants improving adherence to treatment plans.
How Actionable Care Reminders Work for Medications:
When users open The Diary app for Apple Watch, they will see daily and weekly reminders. An Actionable Reminder for Medications includes the medication name with dosage and timing information set up by the patient or care professional. When users are prompted to take a given medication on their Apple Watch, choosing "Completed" will automatically record an entry and display it with the current date and time on their iPhone or web Dashboard. Actionable Reminders can also be set up for other care activities, such as doctor's appointments, lab tests, vital measurements, exercise, and other treatments.
How Tap & Talk Health Works:
Users can log an event, such as taking their blood pressure, by simply clicking on "Voice Entry" and speaking into their Apple Watch. For example, when a user says, "My blood pressure is 120 over 70," The Diary will log the current date and time, health type (Blood Pressure), and reading (Systolic: 120, Diastolic: 70).
By syncing the Apple Watch data with The Diary's Premium service, consumers own their comprehensive health and medical profile on a single page. The service includes electronic and paper medical records, secure data storage, unlimited live support, and permission-based sharing. Privacy is ensured with security-encrypted access for all members of the care team.
Consumers can get The Diary App for iPhone and Apple Watch as a free download from the Apple App Store.
About The Diary Corporation
The Diary Corporation (http://www.thediary.com) helps customers collect, understand, and share their personal health information. The Diary's mission is to empower them to achieve the best possible health outcomes by becoming knowledgeable, engaged, and confident healthcare consumers.
Press Contact
Sachia Kron
Lifetime Health Diary, TUCSON, AZ United States
Email: marketing@thediary.com Twitter: @LifeHealthDiary Website: http://www.thediary.com
Huntkey's Latest GS500 and GS600 Power Supplies Receive Certification from 80 PLUS
SHENZHEN, China, Jan. 28, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Huntkey, a global leader in power supplies, surge protectors, adapters and chargers, today announced that its newly released GS500 and GS600 power supplies have been certified by voluntary certification program 80 PLUS.
The GS500 and GS600 are Huntkey's latest power supplies and are specially designed for gaming. They support PCIE 6+2Pin cables which allows gamers to play games with two graphic cards, while the 80 PLUS certification pledges their energy saving and environmental protection capabilities. The large 12cm fan can better cool down the power supply and lower noise, and the CB, CE certifications meet the demands of a greater number of countries.
"We always aim to provide products that adapt more to users' needs," said Ferris Liao, global sales director of Huntkey. "The GS500 and GS600 do exactly that."
About Huntkey
Huntkey Enterprise Group, founded in 1995, is a professional provider that specialized in the development, design, manufacturing and marketing of surge protectors, PC power supplies, industrial power supplies, adapters, chargers, etc. The industrial parks of Huntkey in Shenzhen, Heyuan and Hefei, which cover a total area of over 750,000 square meters, are now the largest IT manufacturing base in mainland China. Huntkey, with over 15,000 employees has set up its branch companies in the USA, Hong Kong and Japan. Its clients are found all over the world in more than 50 countries and regions. The main clients include Lenovo, DELL, Huawei, Walmart, Bestbuy and so on.
Efficient storage solution ensuring data availability and high-quality video transcoding
BELLEVUE, Wash., Jan. 28, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Synology(®) Inc. today launched the DiskStation DS216+. The high-performance 2-bay NAS server is aimed at home and small office users who want an efficient and secure storage solution to protect and share data, while enjoying on-the-fly video transcoding.
"With a powerful NAS storage solution, small offices gain access to high-speed file sharing, application serving, and online collaboration. Home users can also transcode and stream high quality video to all of their devices. The DS216+ is designed exactly for these functions. Our users have high expectations, and the DS216+ shows our commitment to meeting our users' needs," said Jones Tsai, hardware design director of Synology Inc.
Equipped with an Intel(®) Celeron(®) Processor N3050 and Intel(®) AES New Instructions (Intel(®) AES-NI) encryption, the DS216+ delivers high-speed performance, exceeding 111 MB/s reading and writing, while ensuring encrypted data transmissions at over 113 MB/s reading and 109 MB/s writing. Additionally, the DS216+ can perform on-the-fly H.264 4K to 1080p video transcoding, making it possible for high definition enthusiasts to stream their multimedia files, regardless of bandwidth or potential device limitations.
"Home and small office users are seeking new levels of performance, security, and intelligence in their storage systems. With the Intel Celeron N3050 processor and Intel AES-NI encryption, the Synology DS216+ satisfies these needs. Together, Intel and Synology are able to deliver greater efficiency and ROI to customers," said Andrea Nelson, director of Storage Marketing, Storage Group, Intel.
By implementing the Btrfs file system, the DS216+ offers advanced data protection by enabling point-in-time snapshot and restore, built-in data integrity checks, metadata mirroring, as well as quota control for shared folders (in addition to existing quotas for user accounts). The DS216+ also comes with a tool-less drive tray design with hot-swappable support, and front LED controls - allowing users to adjust LED brightness and schedule settings.
The DS216+ runs DiskStation Manager (DSM), the most advanced and intuitive operating system for NAS devices. Featuring a wide range of applications from backup, network management to multimedia, the DS216+ provides all essential services and increased productivity at work. Synology was voted a "PCMag Business Choice Award winner" and received the highest rating in every element of the survey, including reliability, overall satisfaction, value, and likelihood to recommend.
Availability
Synology DiskStation DS216+ is now shipping globally.
Synology at a Glance
Synology creates network attached storage, IP surveillance solutions, and network equipment that transforms the way users handle data, conduct surveillance, and manage networks in the cloud era. By taking full advantage of the latest technologies, Synology aims to help users centralize data storage and backup, share files on-the-go, implement professional surveillance solutions, and manage networks in reliable and affordable ways. Synology is committed to delivering products with forward-thinking features and the best in class customer service.
Press Contact
Andrea Wedderburn
PR Specialist
425.818.1587 ext. 208
Email
Device Map by Crosswise Integrated by VisualDNA to Drive Cross-Channel Audience Reach
TEL AVIV, January 28, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --
Crosswise [http://www.crosswise.com ], an innovator in cross-device identification
mapping, announced today that VisualDNA has incorporated cross-device mapping data from
Crosswise into its personality-tailored audiences. By expanding its audience data across a
consumer's multiple devices, VisualDNA allows its clients to reach their desired audiences
much more effectively.
Device Map by Crosswise identifies which devices - such as smartphones, tablets, PCs
and digital TVs - are being used by individual consumers. Anonymously identifying these
connections from among billions of different devices allows companies to shift their
advertising, retargeting, content personalization and marketing analytics from being
device-focused to being person-focused. The results include improved online experiences
for consumers, dramatically improved marketing ROI for advertisers, and more valuable ad
space and audience segments for publishers.
VisualDNA uses innovative and patented visual personality profile tests with
predictive analytics across 500 million global digital profiles. This enables
understanding of audiences across display, video, search, CRM and website optimization in
both desktop and mobile environments. The integration of Crosswise's device map means that
advertisers can consistently target VisualDNA's demographic, interest, intent and
psychographic segments across of all of a consumer's devices.
"Adding cross-device data to our segments immediately and dramatically expands the
ability of agencies and brands to pinpoint their most relevant customers, regardless of
which device they are using at any point in time," said Raj Dhanda, VP of Global Strategy
at VisualDNA. "We chose Crosswise to be our cross-device data provider because of the high
quality of their data and the fact that they are a pure-play data provider, without any
media services bias. Working closely with their highly professional team has been a
pleasure, and we expect a long and fruitful relationship."
"We are very pleased that a leading global data company such as VisualDNA has selected
Crosswise to fuel their move to cross-device audience expansion," said Steven Glanz,
Co-founder and CEO of Crosswise. "By providing marketers with equal reach into their
audiences' desktop and mobile browsers as well as their mobile apps, VisualDNA's unique
segmentation will now help brands forge even deeper content-relevant relationships with
their audiences."
About CrosswiseÂ
Crosswise's unparalleled Big Data technology and market-leading position makes it the
authoritative source of data identifying which PCs, phones, tablets TVs and other
connected devices are being used by individual consumers. Crosswise's data-as-a-service
offering enables retail brands, premium publishers and ad tech vendors to quickly realize
the tremendous business benefits of cross-device consumer communication, content
personalization, conversion attribution and user behavior analytics. The company employs
the world's largest team of data scientists dedicated exclusively to the cross-device
identification challenge. Founded in 2013, Crosswise is backed by Pereg Ventures, ZhenFund,
Horizons Ventures, Giza Ventures and OurCrowd. Learn more at http://www.crosswise.com.
About VisualDNAÂ
VisualDNA is a consumer insights and analytics company combining the science of
psychology with the technology of big data so brands can understand and target their
digital audiences at scale. VisualDNA uses innovative and patented visual personality
profile tests to gather profiles directly from consumers. The company has over 500m global
digital profiles to power advertising audiences across display, video, search and in both
desktop and mobile channels, offering segmentation for demographics, interests, intentions
and shopper psychology. Learn more at http://www.visualdna.com.
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A Breakthrough in Power and Efficiency - Huawei Mate 8 Launches in Southeast Asia
The world's most advanced smartphone technology ever: 2 flagship products launch respectively for business elites and young generation in Southeast Asia
BANGKOK, Jan. 28, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Huawei Consumer Business Group is launching its 2 latest flagship smartphones- Huawei Mate 8 and Huawei GR5 in Southeast Asia. The launch event was took place in Bangkok, with over 500 guests from 11 markets and Huawei brand ambassadors: Myanmar famous film star Wutt Hmone Shwe Yi, Thailand actors Teeradetch "Alek" Metawarayut and Ananda Everingham invited to experience the extraordinaire technology featured in latest Huawei devices.
Huawei experiences growth in global markets and becoming the top 3 smartphone brand in the World
Mr. Thomas Liu, President, Southeast Asia, Huawei Consumer Business Group, said, "Huawei experienced a record-breaking 2015 with 70% revenue increase year-over-year giving SEA a strong platform to grow. Our revenues exceeded 20 billion dollars in 2015, as we shipped 108 million smartphones globally. We are now one of the world's top three smartphone brands."
With the fast growing performance in global, Huawei is pursuing a consolidated product offering to ensuring every product is the best option for each market segment. To cater different consumers, the Huawei Mate 8, a new benchmark of amazing performance and long battery life which delivered "the new style of Business" concept ideal for today's on-the-go professional. Another hero product - Huawei GR5, is the latest in its G series of smartphones with smarter fingerprint ID technology, superb camera and extraordinary screen which special designs for young generation.
Huawei Mate 8: Perfect designed for Performance and Efficiency
Featuring ground breaking hardware, the Mate 8 is the first smartphone to run the Kirin 950 chipset, with CPU boosting power up 100 percent, GPU performance up 125 percent, and power efficiency up 70 percent versus the Kirin 925. The device's architecture balances energy efficiency with high-end performance through 4 x A72 2.3 GHz processors and 4 x A53 1.8 GHz processors.
Equipped with a 4000mAh high-density battery, the Mate 8 delivers industry-leading power efficiency offering over two days of normal usage. And with rapid charging technology, the phone is able to charge a day's worth of power in just 30 minutes, which is 105 percent faster than the Apple iPhone 6s Plus. In fact, regular users can go without charging their phone for 2.36 days, and heavy users can go without charging for 1.65 days. The Mate 8 also features an advanced six-layer thermal mechanics, which allows higher heat dissipation leading to an excellent holding experience and lower power consumption.
Perfectly crafted with elegant design
The Mate 8 features a refined, elegant design that highlights its beautiful 6-inch high contrast display. With a leading 83 percent screen-to-body ratio, the phone is able to stay sleek and compact without sacrificing a desired large display. The 2.5D curved diamond cut glass and aerospace grade aluminum metal are joined seamlessly, giving the device a sleek blend of beauty and practicality.
Perfectly experience of the premier features every time
The Huawei Mate 8 introduces a new generation of fingerprint security with enhanced protection technology. The circular fingerprint sensor improves the effective identification area by 10 percent. In addition, the fingerprint friction ridge matching has three levels of security, providing higher protection for users. The new sensor design also increases the unlock speed by 100%.
Running on Huawei's EMUI 4.0, based on Android Marshmallow 6.0, the Huawei Mate 8 offers hundreds of user experience tweaks and improvements, including a built-in automatic defragmentation service that continues optimizing system performance.
The Mate 8 supports global connectivity and more bands than any other dual-SIM phone, including 4 2G bands, 9 3G bands and 18 4G bands in 217 countries and regions with 1,334 operator settings. This makes it the perfect device for the global business traveler.
Huawei GR5: New Flagship for Young Generation
The Huawei GR5 delivers advanced second generation fingerprint identification, giving instant access and advanced function control to the device that is quicker, smarter and safer than ever. It works with wet or dry fingers from any angle using 360-degree identification, making it easy and convenient to use at any time.
Using the advanced fingerprint ID, the smartphone unlocks in just 0.5 seconds, to not only reveal the screen, answer a call or silence an alarm but also provide instant access to the camera, enabling users to take a quick picture. The notifications can also be accessed using the fingerprint ID (slide down) or cleared (tap twice) to instantly see what needs attention, or not.
Huawei GR5 boasts a 13MP, F2.0 aperture rear facing camera with stacked CMOS sensor, a 7cm microshot and a 5MP front facing camera. This fully featured camera, includes a perfect selfie mode with 10 beauty levels, slow-motion and time lapse functions enabling its users to capture and share their adventures instantaneously. Right on trend, the device even features a dedicated 'Good food mode' which allows people to take the perfect shot of a new dish they've discovered without the need for tonnes of filtering later.
Shared viewing and online exploring is made easier with the Huawei GR5's 5.5" super visual high definition screen, bringing photos and videos to life in perfect clarity.
Huawei recognizes that its users need smartphones that can last the length of their adventures, feature with Qualcomm Snapdragon processor 616 offers superior processing, ensuring the phone functions keep up with its users' pace. 3000mAh battery will offer a full 24 hours of heavy use and three full days of light use. Its 2A compatible charger mean charging times for the device have been significantly shortened, ensuring users don't have to wait for their phone to charge before hitting their next destination.
The Huawei Mate 8 and GR5 will be available in 10 markets including: Thailand, Vietnam, Myanmar, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Laos, Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Nepal and Bangladesh.
Huawei's products and services are available in more than 170 countries, and are used by a third of the world's population, ranking third in the world in mobile phone shipments in 2015. Sixteen R&D centres have been set up in the United States, Germany, Sweden, Russia, India, and China. Huawei Consumer BG is one of Huawei's three business units and covers smartphones, mobile broadband devices, home devices and cloud services. Huawei's global network is built on 20 years of expertise in the telecom industry and is dedicated to delivering the latest technological advances to consumers around the world.
Master the Financial Markets with Award-Winning Little Traders iOS Game
COPENHAGEN, January 28, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --
Little Traders, a free iOS game which gives players the opportunity to trade in a
virtual stock market environment, is now available in the App Store, following two years
in development and having received multiple awards for its concept.
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Against a retro, pixellated backdrop of 1920s Manhattan, Little Traders gives players
trading and investment missions which, if completed successfully, unlock new features.
Placing the emphasis on fun, players are asked to trade based on news delivered by the
paper boy, to invest clients' inheritance money, diversify their portfolios and build a
successful Wall Street empire. In this way, they have the opportunity to learn about
trading without investing real money, with all prices based on realistic stock prices.
Just like the real financial markets, there are rewards for players who perform well.
Successful players are presented with a range of bonus options - such as the opportunity
to buy fancy furniture or hire more traders. With a cast of cute characters and impressive
graphics, Little Traders has been developed to appeal to people with little or no
experience in the financial markets as well as seasoned traders.
Little Traders by Tradimo has already received strong endorsements and awards from the
FinTech community for its creative and entertaining way of encouraging people from outside
the industry to learn about the financial markets.
The team behind Tradimo set up PokerStrategy.com, which resulted in over 7 million
people who had never previously considered poker learning to play the game. Could Little
Traders do the same for the trading industry?
Tradimo Interactive is a dynamic FinTech organization, with a goal of making the
financial markets accessible to everyone. The business consists of two divisions - an
educational gaming company and an online trading school. Since its inception in 2012,
tradimo.com has educated over 3 million learners with its free courses on how to navigate
the financial markets.
In December 2014, Danish-based CFH Group acquired a 50% stake in Tradimo Interactive.
For more information, please contact Vanessa Green on vanessa@wigwampr.com / +44-
(0)1483-563562/ +44-(0)-771-333-2303
With product showcase, experience zones, flight area and technical support
BUSAN, South Korea, Jan. 28, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- DJI, the world leader in unmanned aerial vehicle technology, said Thursday it will open a flagship store in Seoul's Hongdae district.
The five-story, 870-square-meter store will open in March 2016 and feature a full range of DJI's consumer products. The aim is for consumers to see, touch and learn firsthand about the company's latest aerial technologies. The store's interior was custom-designed to fit with both DJI's and the Hongdae district's vibe.
"Design is an important aspect of the DJI brand, from our product design to packaging, to our retail store concept," said Frank Wang, DJI Founder and CEO. "We chose this unique location in Hongdae for its vibrant cultural backdrop that combines urban arts, indie music and pop culture. DJI is also creating a cool new culture for aerial enthusiasts, allowing people to experience and see the world from a new perspective."
The Seoul store is DJI's second foray into retail after the December opening of its OCT Harbour shop near the company's headquarters in Shenzhen, China.
"DJI views Korea as a market with strong potential. We want to provide a truly unique experience for anyone who walks into our new store. Whether you are a professional looking for the latest aerial-imaging equipment, or curious and looking for your first drone, you'll get to experience our technology up close and in person," said DJI Country Manager Taehyun Moon.
Highlights of the flagship store will include:
-- Lounge Area: An immersive visual experience where visitors can sit back,
relax and enjoy aerial footage and content from around the world.
-- Customer Experience Zone: DJI pilots will perform demos throughout the
day and visitors can learn about the unique features of different
products.
-- After-Sales Support: A dedicated team of customer-support staff will
provide technical assistance, help with firmware updates and make
reservations for drop-off repair.
On display and for sale will be DJI's Phantom 3 series, the Inspire 1 and Spreading Wings series, Matrice 100, Guidance, the Ronin handheld three-axis camera gimbal line, as well as the company's latest integrated stabilized 4K handheld camera, the Osmo.
DJI is a global leader in developing and manufacturing innovative drone and camera technology for commercial and recreational use. DJI was founded and is run by people with a passion for remote-controlled helicopters and experts in flight-control technology and camera stabilization. The company is dedicated to making aerial photography and filmmaking equipment and platforms more reliable and easier to use for creators and innovators around the world. DJI's global operations currently span North America, Europe and Asia, and its revolutionary products and solutions have been chosen by customers in over 100 countries; for applications in film, advertising, construction, fire fighting, farming, and many other industries.
18Birdies Launches Mobile Golf Platform To Inspire Golfers Of All Ages At The PGA Merchandise Show
New Mobile Golf Platform Reimagines Golf and Brings Millennials to the Game
SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 27, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- 18Birdies, the premier mobile and social golf platform powering the next generation of golf technology, today announced the launch of its golf platform at the PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando. The highly awaited 18Birdies golf platform provides golfers with an easy-to-use mobile app that helps make golf more fun and exciting and provides courses with a leading edge course management system. 18Birdies gives the golf community the opportunity to track, compete and connect in real-time on their mobile devices and is available via iTunes and Google Play.
The easy-to-use 18Birdies app enhances golfers' experiences through useful tools and features that help them manage their games while making golf more social, competitive and fun. The app allows golfers to personalize their games, gamify golf along several different dimensions of gameplay and create a highly social, mobile experience for players to connect with their friends, groups and local golf community. 18Birdies is using its next generation golf technology to build and grow the golf community, from experienced players to a generation of Millennials who are increasingly looking for ways to combine their passions for social, technology and sports within their activities. 18Birdies combines all of these passions into one app for easy access to all the tools a golfer might need both on and off the course.
Through the 18Birdies app, users can actively communicate socially with other golfers, sharing highlights and lowlights of their golf experiences, challenge others in competition and develop new relationships with other golfers in their local communities.
"We wanted to provide the golf community with a simple and intuitive experience that uses the power of technology, gaming and social to make golf more innovative and fun," said Eddy Lui, Founder and CEO, 18Birdies. "As an avid golfer who also has a passion for technology, I saw first-hand how 18Birdies could help optimize the game for players and courses, and in turn heighten the experience for the golf community."
The 18Birdies mobile golf platform provides courses with tools and technology to connect and engage with their local golf community, and in turn innovate the game for golfers. By leveraging 18Birdies player data to understand who these golfers are, courses now have access to a wealth of data and an incredibly valuable set of consumer insights that is currently missing from the golf industry.
"At 18Birdies we're always innovating in order to provide the evolving golf community with the best features and most accurate data possible," said Joe Hardy, Chief Technology Officer, 18Birdies. "By offering a complete mobile platform to players and courses that utilizes next generation technology, we're truly making the game of golf more personalized and inclusive for everyone."
18Birdies Features
18Birdies Connect
-- The 18Birdies platform supports social networking between friends, the
golf community, and courses, featuring on and off-course communication.
Whether it is between groups of players on different holes or different
courses, it's a place where players can share their highlights (and
lowlights) in a fun way.
-- Courses can communicate with their players to better understand their
local golf community and connect with them.
Compete
-- 18Birdies enables golfers to compete on a variety of levels, and allows
golfers to play an array of side games including Skins, Strokes, Nassau
and more.
Leaderboards
-- Dynamic leaderboards allow golfers to compare performance with their
friends and others local golfers who play the same courses.
18Birdies GPS+
-- 18Birdies GPS+ system offers high-resolution satellite views of the
course provided by the Google Maps system - 18Birdies is fully
integrated with Google Maps SDK.
-- Location information is mapped to specific course features like tee box
and green locations through our extensive database of course
information.
18Birdies Blind Shot Compass
-- When the green or pin aren't visible from where your ball lies, the
18Birdies Blind Shot compass takes risk out of the equation by providing
the ability to explore alternate distances and directional options for
the next shot.
18Birdies Scoring Features
-- No more cluttered scorecards, the 18Birdies scoring system is the easy
to use and nonintrusive - giving golfers a perfect system to track
scores, handicaps and side games, while not taking away from the moment.
-- With the 18Birdies "Captain" feature, one person can keep score for the
entire group. Other players can view scores with real-time on-course
updating. Historical score information is tracked and used to calculate
handicaps.
Availability
The 18Birdies app is free and available today for download on Apple iTunes and Google Play.
For Golf Courses:
The 18Birdies mobile golf platform provides golf courses with tools and technology to innovate the customer experience for their players by providing courses with better ways to connect and engage with local golfers. 18Birdies tracks golfer data and provides courses with tools to better understand their local community.
About 18Birdies:
18Birdies is the premier mobile and social golf platform powering the next generation of golf technology and reimagining the golf experience. 18Birdies aims to inspire golfers of all ages and skill levels by managing their games, challenging and motivating them through competition, and sharing their experiences with other golfers.
18Birdies provides a simple and intuitive experience that harnesses the power of technology, gaming and social to make golf more innovative, fun and engaging. The 18Birdies mobile golf platform enhances the experience between golfers and the courses they play, growing the golf community.
Sharp Continues Introduction Of New Mid-Volume Color Workgroup Document Systems
New Essentials Series models join the Advanced Series announced this past December
MAHWAH, N.J., Jan. 27, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America (SIICA), a division of Sharp Electronics Corporation, announced three more models in a new series of color workgroup document systems, which will grow to 10 models by the second quarter of 2016, all built on a single engine platform.
The MX-3050N, MX-3550N and MX-4050N color Essentials Series document systems are designed for cost-conscious customers, offering full multifunction capability at a strong value. The new models provide out-of-box copying, network scanning and network printing at speeds of 30ppm, 35ppm and 40ppm, respectively.
This past December, Sharp announced the MX-3070N, MX-3570N and MX-4070N color Advanced Series document systems, which are available in the same speeds as the color Essentials Series, but are designed for workflow-intensive environments and offer businesses more solution-centric features.
The color Essentials Series and color Advanced Series document systems are both designed with users in mind, enabling them to easily set up and execute their workflow tasks. These models are all equipped with Sharp's next-generation touchscreen display, offering businesses an intuitive graphical interface with Easy Copy and Easy Scan screens, as well as quick access to an integrated on-board operation guide. These models also come equipped with Sharp's multi-layered security features, which can help ensure the customers' intellectual property and personal information are protected on the device from the first day of operation to the time of trade-in.
The color Essentials Series and color Advanced Series are built on a clean sheet, single-engine design, empowering businesses of every size to choose the performance and features they need, while taking advantage of the learning curve of a common interface. Businesses will also appreciate the common toner supplies on all of these models.
"The new Essentials Series and Advanced Series family of color document system products have been designed to help businesses streamline their office workflow while providing an intuitive user experience, flexible integration and enhanced productivity," said Shane Coffey, Senior Director, Hardware Product Management, Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America. "We are excited to introduce the new color Essentials Series, which now joins the color Advanced Series, offering businesses greater flexibility in balancing their needs within budget requirements."
Availability
The new MX-3050N, MX-3550N and MX-4050N Essentials Series color document systems are available immediately for purchase via authorized Sharp dealers and direct sales.
About Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America
Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America, a division of Sharp Electronics Corporation, markets the advanced, MX Series multifunction printers (MFP) systems that help companies manage workflow efficiently and increase productivity. Sharp MFPs feature the Sharp OSA(®) development platform, which seamlessly integrates network applications to create a personalized MFP that can meet virtually any business need, and Scan(2) technology, which scans two-sided documents in a single pass to enhance scanning reliability and preserve document integrity. To keep documents safe from unauthorized users, Sharp is a leader in the MFP industry in security.
For more information on Sharp's business products, contact Sharp Electronics Corporation, 1 Sharp Plaza, Suite 1, Mahwah, N.J., 07495-1163. For online product information, visit our web site at siica.sharpusa.com.
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CONTACT: Sarah Sanzari
Peppercomm for Sharp
212.931.6175
SSanzari@peppercomm.com
World's Largest User-Generated Gaming Destination now Available on Xbox
For the First Time, ROBLOX Debuts its Virtual Universe via Free Download for the Console
SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 27, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- ROBLOX expands the boundaries of user-generated gaming with its launch of ROBLOX for Xbox One on Microsoft's Xbox Live. ROBLOX's unique platform debut on Xbox One includes 15 user-created games, across 10 genres. The free app harnesses the unmatched diversity of the ROBLOX community by showcasing the work of top creators from the United States, Canada, Europe and Latin America and featuring developers as young at 13 years old. ROBLOX will continuously unlock new titles on its Xbox app, ultimately providing unlimited access to the millions of ROBLOX experiences.
"We are creating the worlds' best virtual universe for imagining with friends," said David Baszucki, CEO of ROBLOX. "Bringing ROBLOX to Xbox is a huge leap forward in our mission to unite and inspire the creators, dreamers and explorers of the next generation."
Over 15 million people come to ROBLOX each month to imagine, play, learn and create together via PC, Mac, Android, and iOS devices. ROBLOX's family-friendly platform sees over 80 million hours of engagement every month, outpacing Pinterest, Reddit and Wikipedia (comScore 9/2015). With the addition of Xbox to their platform's offerings, ROBLOX is continuing to eliminate the barriers between friends gathering together virtually, regardless of device.
"More and more in today's world, the opportunity to imagine and play with friends is compromised by the passive consumption of digital media and the limitations inherent in structured computer games," said Baszucki. "The ROBLOX vision combines the best of both worlds by creating a dynamic virtual community in which millions of user-generated family-friendly experiences promote imagination, role-playing and creativity."
ROBLOX is powered by a rapidly growing community of over 300,000 creators who produce an almost infinite variety of highly immersive 3D experiences that range from multiplayer games and competitions to interactive adventures.
The launch of ROBLOX for Xbox seamlessly integrates the PC and mobile ROBLOX community in console play. New users simply sign in with their Xbox gamer tag. Existing ROBLOX users link their accounts with their ROBLOX username and password in game, choosing between their customized avatar and one of 6 brand new Xbox avatars.
ROBLOX for Xbox is rated E10+ for fantasy violence (online interaction not rated by ESRB) and will require an Xbox Live Gold membership to play.
ABOUT ROBLOX:
ROBLOX is creating the ultimate Imagination Platform((TM)). It's the largest user-generated gaming destination accessible from all popular smart devices, computers and now Xbox. Every month over 15 million visitors come to create adventures, play games, role play, and learn with their friends in a family friendly, immersive, 3D, environment, making ROBLOX the #1 gaming site for kids and teens (comScore). For more information, please visit http://www.roblox.com.
There are times when people tend to forget stuff which they might need on their trips,
or want to try a product before buying. Not just this, if they have relocated to a place
temporarily or have a house party tonight and need furniture, they need not be troubled.
For now there is a solution. In order to revive the concept of borrowing from neighbours,
Rentomo is constantly evolving as a sharing platform to meet people's everyday needs.
Rentomo [http://www.rentomo.com ]Â is a renting platform accessible through website and
app (android) that enables people to borrow the things they need from people residing
in their vicinity. It provides a platform that allows users to borrow or rent out everyday
items they may only occasionally need, such as a drill, ladder, camera, bicycle, travel
bag, etc., to people in their trusted network. The company is based on the concept of 'why
buy when you can borrow' since there is hardly any need to purchase a private set of
consumer items, like a hammer, a tent, a badminton racket, which everyone has but lies
unused most of the time. Rentomo encourages people to share such stuff with trusted
members living in the nearby areas through their technology-enabled platform.
The team comprises five people - Anshul Johri, founder (ex-Amazon) and others who hold
finesse in the areas of web, mobile app, marketing and operations.
With Bangalore being their primary focus area, they are boosting their popular
categories like travel, sport and fitness, motorbikes and electronics across other cities
too. Overcoming the challenges of understanding consumer behaviour for each category, the
experts at Rentomo are endeavouring to touch the user base of 10K in the next three months
with 2.5K items listed on their sharing platform. In spite of their focus in Bangalore,
they have successfully transacted in Delhi, Gurgaon, Pune and Lucknow thereby reinforcing
the power of social sharing.
Being an unlikely concept that aimed the revival of sharing over purchasing, Rentomo
got the seed funding $100K from Shiva Ashok, an angel investor (IIT alumni) and another
UAE-based investor.
Having launched the public beta version in August 2015, they moved to a stabilized
platform with more features. The success and ever-increasing traction rate led to the
launch of android mobile app contributing to the ease of always on-the-go generation.
Rentomo has plans of adding payment, delivery and insurance of items in the coming months.
In a span of six months of operation, they have developed a pool of 4000+ verified
registered users, 300+ listings, close to 250+ transactions. Their concept has resulted in
B2C partnerships and has brought 30 vendors on board. Rentomo is witnessing a growth of
30% every month in terms of transaction, user registrations and listings. Their effective
services and professional approach has led to a high rate of their repeated users, that is,
without spending hefty on marketing costs.
About RentomoÂ
Rentomo is the bridge that brings borrower and lender together by helping people rent
out their not-so-used stuff as well as borrow items they wish to use once in a while. By
connecting people to the members of a trusted community, Rentomo offers them the ease of
sharing without having to run from pillar to post in search of products. It is a pool of
dependable people to whom people will be renting out their valuable stuff or from
whom they will be lending stuff - this is done to ensure the safety of the product.
Website link:Â http://www.rentomo.com
App link:Â http://bit.ly/RentomoApp
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Media ContactÂ
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STOCKHOLM, Jan. 27, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Huawei has announced the start of its NVMe PCIe SSD Flash Storm campaign for the server domain at the Huawei European Business Driven Data Center Congress 2016. The campaign aims to use Huawei NVMe PCIe SSDs with the same total capacity to replace SATA SSDs in server products to improve service performance by over two-fold with 40% less power consumption, helping customers significantly improve service performance and reduce system TCO.
In the European Business Driven Data Center Congress, Wing Kin Leung, CTO of Huawei Enterprise BG, delivered a speech entitled "Empowering Your Infrastructure, Enriching Your Services". He pointed out that more agile and efficient IT infrastructure is mandatory for enriching people's lives and applications, and announced the start of the NVMe PCIe SSD Flash Storm campaign. Mr. Leung also indicated that Huawei NVMe PCIe SSDs are an innovation that will revolutionize server hard disks.
Overall server development is limited by hard disks, which is the key component that hinders any real improvement in service performance. Though certain servers have obvious improvement in service performance by using SATA SSDs instead of conventional HDDs, system resources such as processors and memory modules are not fully utilized. We need storage devices that are more powerful than SATA SSDs to fully utilize system resources and further improve service performance.
As a pioneer of the PCIe SSD technology, Huawei had started its research on PCIe SSDs since 2005 and released the industry's first PCIe SSD product - ES2000 for Internet customers in 2007. With ES2000 PCIe SSDs, Internet companies had greatly improved their service performance in search, web access, and database scenarios.
Huawei's sixth-generation PCIe SSD product - ES3000 V3 NVMe PCIe SSD is a 2.5-inch disk with up to 3.2 TB capacity. With Huawei's 1812 ASIC SSD controller and innovative NVMControl algorithm, as well as the industry's latest-technology-based NAND Flash, an ES3000 V3 NVMe PCIe SSD delivers up to 800,000 IOPS, which is equivalent to more than ten SATA SSDs.
Through innovations in SSD controllers and flash chips, Huawei launched the "same-capacity SSDs replacing conventional disks" campaign for the storage domain at the HCC in September 2015, aiming to reduce the threshold for applying flash memory in data centers and making databases 9-fold faster.
Huawei's "NVMe PCIe SSDs replacing SATA SSDs" campaign launched for the server domain this time and the "same-capacity SSDs replacing conventional disks" campaign launched for the storage domain in September 2015 are two actions of Huawei's "IT Flash Storm". Both campaigns are carried out to help customers accelerate IT infrastructures and achieve sustainable innovations.
About Huawei
Huawei is a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider. For more information, please visit Huawei online at http://www.huawei.com
EOS Quality Leadership: Holistic Approach for Consistent Product Quality in Metal-Based Series Production
GOTHENBURG, Sweden, January 27, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --
Quality assurance for system, material and process serves central customer
requirements
As the global technology and quality leader for high-end Additive Manufacturing (AM)
solutions, one of the central concerns at EOS is to establish a holistic approach to
quality assurance in series production. The process, which was mainly used for Rapid
Prototyping in the early years, is increasingly making fully-fledged series production
possible in many areas.
Dr. Tobias Abeln, Chief Technical Officer (CTO) adds: "Consistent and repeatable part
quality is essential for series production applications. With its quality assurance
concept, which is unique to the industry, EOS covers the three technological elements of
Additive Manufacturing which have a direct influence on the quality of an additively
manufactured component - namely system: reliably meeting manufacturing standards,
material: guaranteed consistent quality of every material batch and process: checked and
validated parameters. Thanks to the joint development and mutual adjustment of systems,
materials and processes, EOS ultimately establishes the conditions for best possible part
properties."
Focus on technology development and quality assuranceÂ
EOS puts a high emphasis on technology development and quality assurance. At the
headquarters in Krailling alone, there is an area of around 2,300 msquared reserved for
the seventy Additive Manufacturing systems used for research and development, quality
assurance, application and training for both polymer and metal products. An additional
twenty systems are available in the international EOS technology centres in China,
Singapore and the US. At the EOS Oy plant in Finland, an additional fifteen systems are
being used for the development, qualification and quality assurance of metal materials.
Technogym Previews the First Music Interactive Treadmill
Revolutionary Technology Detects Individual Running Rhythm; Develops Unique Music Soundtrack
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 27, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Technogym, the leading producer of design and technology-driven fitness equipment and solutions, recently announced the launch of the world's first music interactive treadmill with revolutionary technology that detects a runner's rhythm creating a personalized interactive music soundtrack enhancing the treadmill experience.
"Running Music" is part of Technogym's Mywellness cloud based digital platform providing users with a fully personalized training experience both inside and outside the gym. Mywellness is accessed via mobile app, and through UNITY, the first Android-based console display on Technogym cardio training equipment. By logging into UNITY the user can access his/her personal account and personal training programs, favorite entertainment options - and now music.
In addition to the "Running Music" preview, Technogym will showcase all Mywellness digital platform features, app and integrations including "MyRunning logbook".
MyRunning Logbook is one of the exclusive UNITY applications that allows users to replicate on the treadmill their favourite outdoor run and challenge their past performance thanks to the possibility of monitoring their position on the map. They can then compare their pace with the outdoor performance tracked by the compatible mobile apps or tracking devices.
"Technogym's UNITY console offers a revolutionary and engaging training experience," said Nerio Alessandri, President and Founder of Technogym. "Providing users with a personalized training program, it is open to third party apps and devices and now interacts with a user's personal music."
Technogym's "Wellness on the Go" philosophy driven by its commitment to Technology, Innovation and Solutions, creates a unique eco-system for an holistic wellness lifestyle. Also, by partnering with top health and fitness apps and products, Technogym ensures consumers can connect with their wellness programs seamlessly across multiple platforms anywhere, anytime.
About Mywellness Cloud
Technogym's Mywellness cloud is an open platform that allows wellness enthusiasts to measure and aggregate all of the data surrounding their physical activities, both inside (on Technogym equipment), and outside (via mobile devices, wearables) the gym, along with their daily movements and their evolving body measurements. Technogym's Mywellness cloud integrates with a suite of popular third party products, including Fitbit, MapMyFitness, MyFitnessPal, Polar, RunKeeper, Strava, Withings, Garmin, Google Glass, Samsung S Health and Apple Health.
About UNITY
UNITY is an Android 5.1 open API platform with apps available in the Technogym App Store, a place where fitness and wellness operators and global app developers can connect. Mywellness digital platform is compatible with major social networks and with leading mobile fitness and lifestyle tracking apps such as MapMyFitness, RunKeeper, Strava and Withings - providing users with seamless connectivity for indoor/outdoor training.
About Technogym
Founded in 1983, Technogym is the world's leading international supplier of technology and design driven products and services in the Wellness and Fitness industry. Technogym provides a complete range of cardio, strength and functional equipment alongside a digital cloud based platform allowing consumers to connect with their personal wellness experience anywhere, both on the equipment and via mobile when outdoors. With over 2,200 employees and 14 branches globally, Technogym is present in over 100 countries. More than 65,000 Wellness centers in the world are equipped with Technogym and 35 million users train every day on Technogym. Technogym was the official supplier for the last five editions of the Olympic Games: Sydney 2000, Athens 2004, Turin 2006, Beijing 2008, London 2012 and has been appointed as Official Supplier also for Rio 2016.
GPS Enabled Kids Smart Watch Available With Sendmygift.com and Total Celebrations
BANGALORE, January 27, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --
Wearable GPS Personal Tracker for Kids
Sendmygift.com and Total Celebrations bring you GPS enabled smart watch and mobile
phone that will enable parents to keep a track of their kid's whereabouts with just a
click. This watch is equipped with GPS tracker and voice call application feature, which
would help parents get an accurate position of their wards and be able to initiate voice
call with the user.Â
This globally certified watch is water resistant, zero radiation due to OLED
display and operates on 340 mA battery. It has detailed GPS accuracy of 10m 2DRM for
precise location, even the building address as well. Its Path Recording feature enables to
identify location in sequential manner. Even limitation to the area or zones can be set
through Geofencing feature. Not just for safety but to check on the fitness level as well,
its pedometer feature can count the number of steps. The attached mobile phone has 2G GSM
SIM card for two-way voice calling purpose. It is 18.5 cm long, 3.3 cm wide and 1.25 cm
high, comes in pink and blue color variants.
Grab the watch with exclusive freebies. It comes in two colors - pink watch with baby
doll plus cooling bag and gift coupons with LED watch for free. The other variant, pink
color with blue dial watch, comes with free cooling bag gift coupons and LED watch that
features inbuilt GPSÂ and cell tower-based location tracking with SIM enabled mobile phone.
Emphasizing on the significance on the kids smart watch, Dr. Mandeep Kaur, Founder and
CEO of Sendmygift and Total Celebrations said, " Parents are so busy with their daily
routine that it has become impossible to track their children's locations. According to
the survey, 10,0000 of children which go missing are never found, again. 45% of 'missing
child' cases remain unsolved. Child safety issues in India is still in its nascent stage.
Kids smart watch is surely a blessing for the worried parents to track their kids and
loved ones and also can talk to them while they are away or when the child is in danger.
With one click, their child can be with them virtually always."
About Total Celebrations:
Total Celebrations is the first-of-its-kind one-stop shop outlet for overall gifting
solutions. It has a wide range of products under one roof for all occasions like birthdays,
anniversaries, religious ceremonies, house warming ceremonies or fun activities. The
outlet has a dedicated counter for cakes, bouquets and greeting cards followed by toys,
handicrafts, flower vases, idols and other gifting products in total with price
range between Rs. 10 to Rs. 20,000 across different categories offering diverse selection
of gift ideas.
It has an excellent customer service and a distinctive atmosphere for an expanded
customer base that offers neighbouring communities a real shopping experience for
gifts. Total Celebrations is the venture of SEND MY GIFT PVT LTD. Currently, the 2000 sq
ft flagship store is located in HSR layout, Bengaluru and will be expanding across the
country in this fiscal year.
About Sendmygift.com:
Sendmygift.com is one of India's largest online gifts stores specializing in gifts for
all ages and occasions. The company started its operations in November 2015 with the
concept of 'delivering emotions' to all. Sendmygift.com is owned and operated by Dr.
Mandeep Kaur, who aims to provide unique online gifting ideas and experience to their
customers by not only delivering gifts but by delivering emotions of the customers to
their loved ones. The company is headquartered in Bangalore and has a national presence.
Sendmygift.com offers a unique online shopping experience with 1500 gifting options.
Products of sendmygift.com are variety of fresh flowers, cakes and pastries, chocolates,
jewelries, gift hampers, etc. Each of the above gifts are tailored and modified in such
way that the gifts express the feelings and emotions that the senders want to show their
loved ones.
Equipped with Intel® 5th Generation Broadwell Core(TM) Processor and Performance Enhancing Features, the Versatile R11 Is Well Suited for the Toughest Environments
FREMONT, Calif., Jan. 26, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- GammaTech Computer Corp. has improved and made additions to its popular DURABOOK R11 rugged tablet based on user requests. The popular R11, now available with a powerful 5(th) generation Intel® Broadwell Core(TM) processor, expanded battery and keyboard folio, just got even better. Featuring a vivid 11.6" widescreen display and certification to stringent MIL-STD-810G, MIL-STD- 461F, ANSI ISA Standard 12.12.01, and IP65 specifications, the R11 remains tough with multi-industry functionality.
"The upgrades we've made to the DURABOOK R11 are a reflection of GammaTech's commitment to listen to its customers and provide them with built-to-order, high-performance mobile computing solutions," remarked Tom Wang, GammaTech president. "New 5(th) generation Broadwell processors deliver the power and performance needed in the most demanding work environments, the extended battery pack provides double the capacity and up to 14 hours of operation, and the folio keyboard case offers added ease-of-use and convenience."
Latest Generation of Intel® Power
The unit now features an Intel Broadwell U series CPU platform, a one-chip solution with a high-definition graphic engine, and featuring 15W low-power consumption. It supports Intel® vPro technology to meet mobility and security needs, and has a powerful Intel 5(th) Generation i-Core/Pentium CPU for better graphics, longer battery life, faster video conversions and stunning graphics.
Designed for Demanding Environments
The DURABOOK R11 is survival tested to withstand the daily dose of drops, bumpy roads, moisture, and dust associated with utility projects. Its MIL-STD-810G rating assures shock, drop, and vibration protection, as well as the ability to withstand use in a wide range of temperatures. Passage of the strict MIL-STD-461F Army Ground and Air Force standard allows the unit to be confidently used in military forces. Its IP65 rating ensures the unit is sealed tight from damaging water and dust intrusion. The unit is also certified to ANSI ISA Standard 12.12.01 (formerly known as UL1604 - Class 1 Division 2) for operation in hazardous locations.
Exceptional Features
The R11 is the lightest rugged tablet PC in its class at only 2.73 pounds including battery. It comes with a powerful 5th generation Intel® Broadwell Core(TM) i5-5200U 2.2GHz processor for superb visual and graphic performance. It has an 11.6" HD (1366x768) LCD anti-reflective display with a capacitive multi-touch panel, a water-tolerant design and an array of exclusive features and options for customization.
The R11 includes built-in G-sensor, gyroscope sensors, and a light-ambient sensor; Intel high- definition audio; M2-SATA SSD 64GB/128GB storage; a Micro SD card slot that supports SDHC and SDXC; and a front-side, full HD camera as well as an integrated rear-facing 5MP camera. Intel Centrino Wireless AC 7260 NGW 802.11 a/b/g/n/AC and Bluetooth 4.0 Class 1 provide wireless communications.
A lithium-polymer battery pack provides a battery life of 6-7 hours, while the extended battery pack provides up to 14 hours of operation. Security features include computrace support BIOS, administrator password, TPM 1.2, Kensington lock, and boot password protection.
Array of Options for Customization
All GammaTech computers can be customized to customer specifications. With a wide array of options, the R11 tablet is no exception. New options include Intel® Broadwell Core(TM) i7-5500U 2.4GHz processor, Lithium polymer extended battery and a slim Bluetooth keyboard folio with kickstand. Additional options include M2 SSD storage; anti-reflective (AR) and sunlight-readable display; barcode scanner, supporting 1D, 1D/2D barcodes; MSR, smart card, and dual frequency RFID (low 125khz and 13.56mhz) readers; built-in E-compass; Windows 10 Professional 32 or 64 bit; and dual battery charger.
Versatility
The rugged R11 tablet is right at home in a variety of office or field settings. The DURABOOK line of rugged tablets is already used by: field service (commercial and residential), health care, transportation, field sales, retail, public safety, military, fire/EMS and hospitality. The unit is equally appropriate for any other mobile application, where real-time information is vital and is subject to constant movement, bumpy rides, or use in damp or dusty areas.
Availability
The GammaTech DURABOOK R11 tablet is available through authorized resellers nationwide and at http://www.GammaTechUSA.com. As with all GammaTech products, units may be customized for unique customer requirements.
GammaTech Award-Winning Products
GammaTech has a well-earned reputation and a long history in producing computers for the rugged market. It has been named a multiple winner in Government Security News' Homeland Security Awards in the Best Rugged Computers category.
About GammaTech Computer Corporation
GammaTech Computer Corporation is a leader in the design, manufacture and sales of cost-effective, high-performance mobile computing solutions throughout North America. Its award-winning line of rugged and hardened notebook and tablet computers are designed and built-to-order to increase mobile productivity for business, government, healthcare, fire, public safety and a host of other entities. GammaTech offers a complete portfolio of products that delivers power and performance needed in the most demanding work environments, resulting in increased productivity and accelerated return on investment. GammaTech is headquartered in Fremont, California, which provides the final assembly, inventory, service and technical support. For more information, visit GammaTech at http://www.GammaTechUSA.com.
Media Contact:
Rita Lee
Copernio
Tel. 714-891-3660
GammaTech@copernio.com
eKomi Introduces StarInsights(TM) Industry Reports - A Comprehensive Benchmarking Series on User Ratings and Reviews
Ongoing Industry Reports Reveal Top Companies Displaying User-Validated Referral and Feedback Data To Build Customer Trust And Loyalty
LOS ANGELES, Jan. 26, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- eKomi, The Feedback Company and largest provider of user-validated ratings and reviews, today announced the launch of StarInsights(TM), an ongoing series of industry specific market research data indicating the most prominent companies with the highest quantity and quality of user ratings and reviews. Publicly visible feedback from actual customers has become one of the key components of a company's success in the digital world.
Multiple sources have proven that organizations leveraging customer and product reviews for marketing campaigns, e-commerce transactions and social referrals gain more online visibility and produce higher conversions on product fulfillment. "Sixty-one percent of customers read online reviews before making a purchase decision, and they are now essential for e-commerce sites," said Graham Charlton, Editor-in-Chief, Econsultancy. "Furthermore, consumer reviews are trusted 12 times more than descriptions that come from manufacturers. If CMOs, digital marketing professionals and other business leaders aren't leveraging the power of customer reviews, they are missing opportunities to drive revenue." Customer reviews have become so critical for businesses in this global economy because positive reviews have a dramatic impact on initial customer purchase as well as repeat sales. Based on 2015 polling from marketing firm Brightlocal, 68% of US Internet users trust businesses more because of positive reviews. Customer ratings and reviews, especially integrated into Google search results, motivate users to visit a company's website and are a crucial element in driving overall website traffic, thereby increasing revenue generating activities from visitors.
The first StarInsights study looked at the TOP IR 500 Electronic/Computer Merchants using aggregated Google Shopping Seller Ratings from the past 12 months:
-- ABTelectronics.com --25,218 Total Lifetime Ratings and Reviews to date
across Google Shopping Selling Ratings from the past 12 months has an
average star rating of 4.8
-- Alliedelec.com - 4.1 Seller Rating with no active Seller Reviews to date
-- BHphotovideo.com - 542,498 Total Lifetime Ratings and Reviews to date
across Google Shopping Selling Ratings from the past 12 months has an
average star rating of 4.7
-- Bestbuy.com -- 1,834 Total Lifetime Ratings and Reviews to date across
Google Shopping Selling Ratings from the past 12 months has an average
star rating of 4.4
-- Dell.com -- 1,902 Total Lifetime Ratings and Reviews to date across
Google Shopping Selling Ratings from the past 12 months has an average
star rating of 4.0
-- Gamestop.com -- 360 Total Lifetime Ratings and Reviews to date across
all Google Shopping Selling Ratings from the past 12 months has an
average star rating of 3.9
-- Newegg.com -- 312,343 Total Lifetime Ratings and Reviews to date Google
Shopping Selling Ratings from the past 12 months has an average star
rating of 4.4
-- Panasonic.com -- 2,432 Total Lifetime Ratings and Reviews to date Google
Shopping Selling Ratings from the past 12 months has an average star
rating of 3.6
-- PCconnection.com -- Zero Ratings and Reviews to Date with no Star
Ratings
-- pcRush.com -- Zero Ratings and Reviews to Date with no Star Ratings
-- Rakuten.com -- Zero Ratings and Reviews to Date with no Star Ratings
-- Tigerdirect.com -- 146,705 Total Lifetime Ratings and Reviews to date
Google Shopping Selling Ratings from the past 12 months has an average
star rating of 4.1
-- 47stphoto.com -- Zero Ratings and Reviews to Date with no Star Ratings
-- Yesasia.com-- 658 Total Lifetime Ratings and Reviews to date Google
Shopping Selling Ratings from the past 12 months has an average star
rating of 4.6
While researching Google's Shopping Portal, we found merchants not listed on the IR 500 but who stood out overwhelmingly amongst other merchants in their segment. They are:
-- Buydig.com --128,345 Total Lifetime Ratings and Reviews to date Google
Shopping Selling Ratings from the past 12 months has an average star
rating of 4.7
-- Adorama.com - 48,843 Total Lifetime Ratings and Reviews to date Google
Shopping Selling Ratings from the past 12 months has an average star
rating of 4.4
We first considered the best rated companies within the Electronic/Computer Segment. The study shows that ABT Electronics comes in the #1 BEST rated company for Seller Ratings with a 4.8. BHphotovideo.com comes in as the #2 BEST rated company for Seller Ratings with a 4.7 and Yesasia.com comes in as the #3 BEST rated company for Seller Ratings with a 4.6.
Apart from the best rated companies within Electronic/Computer Segment, we also examined the most reviewed companies in this space. The #1 MOST rated company in Internet Retailer 500 is BHPhotovideo.com with over 542,498 Seller Ratings. The #2 MOST rated company is Newegg.com with over 312,343 reviews and the #3 MOST rated company in this space is Tigerdirect.com with over 146,705 Seller Ratings. Interestingly, Buydig.com, for example, is not a member of the Internet Retailer Top 500 club yet possesses over 128,345 Seller Ratings also ranking them among the top MOST rated companies in this segment.
PCconnection.com, pcRush.com, Rakuten.com and 47stphoto.com have not yet deployed a review and rating strategy leaving them vulnerable to reactive reviews which are displayed in search - nor are they being recognized by top search engines. Companies with no reviews should certainly explore accreditation by Google's official seller rating program to increase their customer loyalty and positive referrals.
Accordingly as stated on Google's official AdWords Blog, it states, ''Seller rating extensions make it easier for potential customers to identify highly-rated merchants when they're searching on Google.com by attaching your merchant star rating from Google Product Search to your AdWords ads. These star ratings, aggregated from review sites all around the web, allow people to find merchants that are highly recommended by online shoppers like them. On average, ads with Seller Ratings get a 17% higher CTR than the same ads without ratings.''
"We are thrilled to share our StarInsights industry research results and hope that the information provided helps companies across the competitive Electronics/Computer Segment gain a more clear understanding of how well their business is leveraging user ratings and reviews," said Michael Ambros, eKomi Founder and CEO. "This first study focused on the Electronics/Computer Industry and highlights the importance of having a trusted feedback platform that assists customers with making an informed decision and driving them to where they are going to shop when in need of an electronic device," said Michael Ambros, eKomi Founder & CEO. "The results highlight the opportunity within the online Electronic/Computer Segment to influence brand consideration and purchase intent by promoting positive feedback."
eKomi The Feedback Company was founded in 2008 by Michael Ambros and is Europe's premier and largest independent SaaS provider of transaction-based reviews & ratings and customer experience management. As a Goldman Sachs backed firm and Google worldwide partner with over 250 employees and headquartered in Berlin and Los Angeles with additional offices in London, Paris, and Madrid, eKomi has gathered and published well over 40 million reviews for customers. More than 14,000 companies worldwide successfully leverage eKomi´s social commerce solution to strengthen trust, increase sales, reduce returns, and drive organic traffic through genuine user generated content. eKomi´s groundbreaking social commerce technology enables businesses to generate customer and product reviews as well as social recommendations, thereby creating viral effects on websites and social media, while search engine integration allows for an immediate revenue-generating impact for business. For more information, visit http://www.ekomi.com
PR Contact for eKomi The Feedback Company:
Carrie Wick, Head of Global Public Relations & Communications
New Services Help Pipeline Operators Comply with DOT Regulations
AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 26, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, American Innovations launched its DOT Pipeline Compliance Services: a suite of consultative services that builds on AI's field data collection, pipeline compliance and risk software solutions. Through this new offering, AI provides compliance and asset integrity managers with expert analyses that evaluate their written manuals and procedures against various DOT regulatory standards.
"As federal and state regulations evolve and affect more pipeline operators that are closer to the wellhead, compliance expertise becomes more critical," said Mark Brandon, Senior Pipeline Integrity Engineer. "Our new DOT Pipeline Compliance Services are built on decades of experience navigating regulatory change on behalf of pipeline operators. They help compliance and asset integrity managers see where best practices could strengthen their programs or where current interpretation of regulations could put them out of compliance."
DOT Pipeline Compliance Services include:
-- Gap analysis - A critical analysis of pipeline operators' written plans
and procedures for integrity management, operations and maintenance, and
other programs.
-- Gap follow-up services - Assistance with training staff or improving
programs and procedures to achieve compliance with DOT regulations.
-- Audit assistance - A simulated federal or state inspection to support
compliance with 49 CFR 191, 192, 194 and 195.
Read more about DOT Pipeline Compliance Services.
For pricing, contact our sales team.
For media inquiries, contact American Innovations.
About American Innovations
American Innovations (AI) protects people and the environment by helping our customers safely and efficiently manage the world's energy infrastructure. We deliver proven compliance solutions to virtually every oil and gas transmission pipeline company in North America - from the field to the office. We provide an integrated family of hardware, software and professional services backed by relentless customer service. Our products include: Bullhorn® remote monitoring units, MicroMax® current interrupters, Allegro(TM )Field Data PC, PCS(TM) compliance software, and Risk Intelligence Platform (RIPL(TM)) software. AI also provides a wealth of professional services including equipment installation, software administration, data collection and loading, risk analysis, and high consequence area (HCA) analysis.
RZESZÃW, Poland, LONDON and HONG KONG, Jan. 26, 2016 /CNW/ - G2A- the world's fastest growing digital gaming marketplace- have expanded their portfolio today to allow for the trading, acquiring and discussion on Game Skins and their role in customizing a game for increased user enjoyment.
Co-founder and CMO, Dawid Rozek said that this development came about because of their recent birthday celebrations when guests expressed a keen interest in seeing a library selection of skins for their games. He added: "We had to create a response to the interests of hard core gamers who like variety."G2A Winter Wonderland Party - Celebrating the Birthday of the G2A.com Marketplace
Game Skins are visuals, covering game item appearance weapons or characters and are activated directly in-game. Skins are in effect, customized graphics that allow gamers to stand out from each other within the game. In 2007, Team Fortress 2 launched their own collectibles hats. Later came the era of free 2 plays with only non-invasive skins (no advantage in the game apart from cosmetic so players are still equal). Today, such game titles as TF2, CS:GO, LoL have their business model based on allowing their creators to develop their product endlessly, through the use of skins.
Dawid said that while Game skins don't affect in-game performance, they do prove that the gamer is a dedicated player "who is dedicated to the game and enjoys customizing their visual stimulation within the game."
G2A.COM identified the demand for game skins for the most popular e-sport game, Counter Strike: Global Offensive . Millions of satisfied customers along with the best e-Sport teams and organizations such as: Virtus.PRO and Natus Vincere already work with G2A, to ensure that gamers can enjoy their games in a very special way and style because of the safe, fast accessorizing of their games.
RZESZOW, Poland, LONDON and HONG KONG, Jan. 26, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- G2A- the world's fastest growing digital gaming marketplace- have expanded their portfolio today to allow for the trading, acquiring and discussion on Game Skins and their role in customizing a game for increased user enjoyment.
Co-founder and CMO, Dawid Rozek said that this development came about because of their recent birthday celebrations when guests expressed a keen interest in seeing a library selection of skins for their games. He added: "We had to create a response to the interests of hard core gamers who like variety."G2A Winter Wonderland Party - Celebrating the Birthday of the G2A.com Marketplace
Game Skins are visuals, covering game item appearance weapons or characters and are activated directly in-game. Skins are in effect, customized graphics that allow gamers to stand out from each other within the game. In 2007, Team Fortress 2 launched their own collectibles hats. Later came the era of free 2 plays with only non-invasive skins (no advantage in the game apart from cosmetic so players are still equal). Today, such game titles as TF2, CS:GO, LoL have their business model based on allowing their creators to develop their product endlessly, through the use of skins.
Dawid said that while Game skins don't affect in-game performance, they do prove that the gamer is a dedicated player "who is dedicated to the game and enjoys customizing their visual stimulation within the game."
G2A.COM identified the demand for game skins for the most popular e-sport game, Counter Strike: Global Offensive . Millions of satisfied customers along with the best e-Sport teams and organizations such as: Virtus.PRO and Natus Vincere already work with G2A, to ensure that gamers can enjoy their games in a very special way and style because of the safe, fast accessorizing of their games.
RZESZÃW, Poland, LONDON and HONG KONG, January 26, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --
G2AÂ -Â the world's fastest growing digital gaming marketplace - have expanded their
portfolio today to allow for the trading, acquiring and discussion on Game Skins and their
role in customizing a game for increased user enjoyment.
Game Skins are visuals, covering game item appearance weapons or characters and are
activated directly in-game. Skins are in effect, customized graphics that allow gamers to
stand out from each other within the game. In 2007, Team Fortress 2 launched their
own collectibles hats. Later came the era of free 2 plays with only non-invasive skins (no
advantage in the game apart from cosmetic so players are still equal). Today, such game
titles as TF2, CS:GO, LoL have their business model based on allowing their creators to
develop their product endlessly, through the use of skins.Â
Dawid said that while Game skins don't affect in-game performance, they do prove that
the gamer is a dedicated player "who is dedicated to the game and enjoys customizing their
visual stimulation within the game."
G2A.COM identified the demand for game skins for the most popular e-sport game,
Counter Strike: Global Offensive . Millions of satisfied customers along with the best
e-Sport teams and organizations such as: Virtus.PRO and Natus Vincere already work with
G2A, to ensure that gamers can enjoy their games in a very special way and style because
of the safe, fast accessorizing of their games.
Slip iPhone 6s Plus into Crafted Leather Protection with OtterBox Strada Series
FORT COLLINS, Colo., Jan. 26, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- The latest iPhones are a great canvas for personal style and the iPhone 6s Plus provides even more real estate to flaunt sleek sophistication. OtterBox combines fashion and functionality into one sleek, elegant case with Strada Series for iPhone 6s Plus, available now.
Strada Series wraps iPhone 6s Plus into a slim protective shell with a premium, genuine leather folio that protects the HD Retina display from harm when closed and doubles as a display stand. The elegant design emanates a classic, sophisticated style and is functional for easy, on the go use. The iPhone 6s Plus folio case is also compatible with iPhone 6 Plus.
"Leather is the most classic, timeless element of style," said OtterBox President and CEO Pete Lindgren. "Strada Series for iPhone 6s Plus is truly a classic case that looks and feels premium while still delivering on the OtterBox promise of protection."
Designed with sophistication in mind, Strada Series is as functional as it is attractive. The case is made of premium leather accented with tailored stitching in a nod to its Italian-inspired design. The folio flips open and closed with ease and a magnetic latch keeps the cover securely closed to protect the screen on the go or holds the cover open for easy access to the display. Plus, the folio has a vertical card slot built into the cover and a second card slot is located behind the phone when the kickstand is fully opened.
Strada Series boasts OtterBox Certified Drop+ Protection, meaning the case design has undergone more than 238 hours of testing across 24 or more tests to ensure durable, long-lasting performance.
Strada Series for iPhone 6 Plus and iPhone 6s Plus is available now in "Saddle" (brown), with other colors coming soon on otterbox.com for $59.95. Strada Series is also available for iPhone 6, iPhone 6s and GALAXY S6. To learn more, visit otterbox.com.
About OtterBox:
Starting in 1998 with a line of dry boxes, OtterBox(®) has evolved into the No. 1-selling case for smartphones in the U.S. and a global leader in mobile device protection.(1) Its diverse lineup of protective solutions for smartphone and tablet devices is the result of precision engineering, diligent testing and continual technological advancement, giving technology users the confidence to make the most of their mobile world. OtterBox is an eight-time honoree on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest growing private companies in the U.S. and was named one of "America's Most Promising Companies" by Forbes Magazine. The company is headquartered in Fort Collins, Colo., with offices in San Diego; Boston; Cork, Ireland; and Hong Kong.
For more information, visit otterbox.com. Protecting your mobile world.
Note:
(1 )No. 1-selling smartphone case source: The NPD Group/Retail Tracking Service: Cell Phone Device Protection/Units Sold 9/2014 - 8/2015
With Increased Introduction of Mac Devices Into the Enterprise, Cybersecurity Company Ensilo Makes Real-Time Data Protection Platform Available for OSX
Dramatic Increase in Mac Product Sales and Rise in Malware Facing Mac Users Makes OSX Protection More Critical than Ever
TEL AVIV, Israel, January 26, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --
Cybersecurity company enSilo [http://www.ensilo.com ] announced today that it is
extending the coverage of its real-time data protection platform to include Mac OSX.
enSilo's unique software enables employees to continue working as usual in the event of
malicious attacks, without concern that data will be tampered with or exfiltrated.
As Apple's market presence has increased in recent years, so too has the scope of
malware specifically targeting Apple's Mac platform. enSilo challenges the traditional
approach to cybersecurity and operating under the assumption that external threat actors
cannot be prevented from infiltrating networks. enSilo focuses instead on ensuring that
critical data is contained in the event of a cyber-attack, thus preventing the dire
consequences of the inevitable infiltration.
After extensive research into OSX, enSilo was able to translate and adapt its patented
technology to also support Apple's Mac platform. enSilo's  platform differentiates between
malicious and non-malicious outbound communications and blocks in real-time any attempted
malicious outbound communication, while allowing legitimate communication to pass through.
"A Mac solution has always been part of our product roadmap," said enSilo CEO and
Co-Founder Roy Katmor. "Just like in other hosting platforms, infiltration security
solutions such as endpoint protection tools are not adequately capable of combatting
targeted attacks. With the number of enterprises using Mac OSX, the amount of malware
targeting Mac platforms is predicted to rise. We are giving organizations the ability to
eliminate the threat of data exfiltration, which, after all, is the critical problem with
cyber-attacks."
enSilo's software allows an organization to continue business as usual without
performance degradation in the event of a compromised network. Security teams receive only
one alert per one active threat, thus preventing alert inundations. enSilo is available
for Windows PC - from Windows XP to Windows 10, Windows Servers (all versions) and now
also for Mac OSX (all versions).
About enSilo: Â
enSilo is a cybersecurity company that delivers a real-time data protection platform
against advanced targeted attacks. With enSilo, organizations can continue running their
businesses operations securely without interruption, even during the investigation and
remediation of attacks. enSilo is backed by Lightspeed Venture Partners and Carmel
Ventures. https://www.ensilo.com
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GoPro, NHLPA And NHL Renew Partnership To Deliver Hockey Fans A Behind-The-Scenes Look At The Game
Partnership to include the launch of 11-part NHL After Dark(TM) series featuring immersive, on-ice content filmed with some of the game's most talented players
SAN MATEO, Calif., and NEW YORK, and TORONTO, Jan. 26, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Hockey League (NHL) and the National Hockey League Players' Association (NHLPA) today announced a renewal of its partnership with GoPro, Inc. (NASDAQ:GOPRO) to deliver hockey fans a behind-the-scenes look at the game. The partnership extension will feature NHL After Dark(TM), an 11-part series filmed and produced by GoPro that will give hockey fans an immersive look at what happens on the ice during after-hours training sessions.
"Our goal with the NHL After Dark(TM) series is to transport the hockey fan directly onto the ice with an up-close and personal look at some of the NHL's most talented players," said Bill McCullough, executive producer at GoPro. "These world-class athletes invest much of their time honing skills behind the scenes and we're excited to give hockey fans an exclusive look at the personalities of these players, the fun they bring to the game and their commitment to mastering their craft."
Each episode of NHL After Dark(TM) will feature NHL players on the ice in training sessions with hockey luminaries Mike Murphy and Mike Johnson. The debut episode, which will launch on Wednesday, Feb. 3, will feature the dazzling stickhandling skills of Detroit Red Wings forward Tomá Tatar as he's put through the paces.
"The speed and skill of the players in the NHL has never been better than it is today," said Mathieu Schneider, NHLPA Special Assistant to the Executive Director. "Our continued partnership with GoPro provides hockey fans a unique look and perspective into the incredible talent that our athletes possess."
"We know hockey fans want a more comprehensive, personal understanding of players' lives and their journey onto the ice each night," said Keith Wachtel, NHL Executive Vice President of Global Partnerships. "The NHL After Dark(TM) series delivers not just a unique perspective on the game of hockey, but a new look into the personalities of our players. We are excited to extend the GoPro partnership and give our fans access to places they've never been before."
In addition to Tatar, NHL After Dark(TM) will feature Pittsburgh Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin, Colorado Avalanche forward Gabriel Landeskog, Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Duncan Keith, Philadelphia Flyers forward Claude Giroux, New Jersey Devils goaltender Cory Schneider and Vancouver Canucks forwards Daniel Sedin and Henrik Sedin. The series will be distributed on the GoPro Channel and the GoPro App, channels owned and powered by the NHL and the NHLPA, including the NHL Network(TM), and the NHL® App, YouTube, and on the social media channels of GoPro, the NHL and the NHLPA.
PROGRAMMING CALENDAR (episodes will launch at 9 a.m. ET; details and timing are subject to change):
-- Tuesday, Jan. 26: NHL After Dark(TM) Trailer
-- Wednesday, Feb. 3: Tomá Tatar (part 1 of 2)
-- Wednesday, Feb.10: Evgeni Malkin (part 1 of 2)
-- Wednesday, Feb. 17: Gabriel Landeskog
-- Friday, Feb.19: Daniel Sedin and Henrik Sedin (part 1 of 2)
-- Wednesday, Feb. 24: Evgeni Malkin (part 2)
-- Wednesday, Mar. 2: Tomá Tatar (part 2)
-- Wednesday, Mar. 9: Duncan Keith
-- Wednesday, Mar. 16: Claude Giroux (part 1 of 2)
-- Wednesday, Mar. 23: Cory Schneider
-- Friday, Mar. 25: Daniel Sedin and Henrik Sedin (part 2)
-- Wednesday, Mar. 30: Claude Giroux (part 2)
For more information on this partnership and to view the trailer for NHL After Dark(TM), visit the GoPro news blog, The Inside Line.
About the NHL
The National Hockey League (NHL®), founded in 1917, consists of 30 Member Clubs, with players from more than 20 countries represented across team rosters, competing for the most revered trophy in professional sports - the Stanley Cup®. Each year, the NHL entertains hundreds of millions of fans around the world. The League broadcasts games in more than 160 countries and territories through its rightsholders including NBC/NBCSN in the U.S., Sportsnetand TVA in Canada, and Viasat in the Nordic Region. The NHL reaches fans worldwide with games available online in every country including via its live and on-demand streaming service NHL GameCenter LIVE(TM). Fans are engaged across the League's digital assets on mobile devices via the free NHL app; across nine social media platforms; on SiriusXM NHL Network Radio(TM), and on NHL.com, available in eight languages and featuring an enhanced statistics platform powered by SAP, providing the definitive destination for hockey analytics. A historic media rights partnership between the NHL and MLBAM will transform the fan experience across the League's digital and broadcast assets, with an emphasis on deeper access into the game and enhanced storytelling. To celebrate the NHL's international diversity, the World Cup of Hockey will return in September, 2016, a best-on-best international tournament featuring eight teams comprised of the world's best hockey players. On Founder's Day in November 2017, the League will be celebrating its Centennial anniversary, commemorating 100 years of NHL hockey.The NHL is committed to giving back to the community through programs including: Hockey is for Everyone(TM) which supports nonprofit youth hockey organizations across North America; Hockey Fights Cancer(TM) which raises money and awareness for hockey's most important fight; NHL Green(TM) which is committed to the pursuit of sustainable business practices; and a partnership with the You Can Play Project, which is committed to supporting the LGBT community and fighting homophobia in sports. For more information, visit NHL.com.
About the National Hockey League Players' Association
The National Hockey League Players' Association (NHLPA), established in 1967, is a labour organization whose members are the players in the National Hockey League (NHL). The NHLPA works on behalf of the players in varied disciplines such as labour relations, product licensing, marketing, international hockey and community relations, all in furtherance of its efforts to promote its members and the game of hockey. In 1999, the NHLPA launched the Goals & Dreams fund as a way for the players to give something back to the game they love. Over the past 16 years, more than 70,000 deserving children in 34 countries have benefited from the players' donations of hockey equipment. NHLPA Goals & Dreams has donated more than $23-million to grassroots hockey programs, making it the largest program of its kind. For more information on the NHLPA, please visit http://www.nhlpa.com.
About GoPro, Inc. (NASDAQ: GPRO):
GoPro, Inc. is transforming the way people visually capture and share their lives. What began as an idea to help athletes self-document themselves engaged in their sport, GoPro has become a standard for how people capture themselves engaged in their interests, whatever they may be. From extreme to mainstream, professional to consumer, GoPro enables the world to capture and share its passion in the form of immersive and engaging content.
GOPRO(® )and HERO(® )are trademarks or registered trademarks of GoPro Inc. in the United States and other countries.
For more information, visit http://www.gopro.com or connect with GoPro on YouTube, Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram and LinkedIn.
NHL and the NHL Shield are registered trademarks and NHL After Dark and NHL Network are trademarks of the National Hockey League. NHL and NHL team marks are the property of the NHL and its teams. (C) NHL 2016. All Rights Reserved.
CONTACT: Nirva Milord (NHL), 212-789-2123 | mobile: 917-715-6187 | nmilord@nhl.com, OR Ryan Parker (NHLPA), 416-313-2305 | rparker@nhlpa.com, OR Christopher Clark (GoPro), 650.332.7600 | pr@gopro.com
Live Free. Couch Hard.: Totino's Pizza Rolls(TM) Unveils First-Ever 'Bucking Couch' to Deliver the Ultimate Gaming Experience Before the Big Game
MINNEAPOLIS, Jan. 26, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Totino's Pizza Rolls(TM) and Twitch, the world's leading social video platform and community for gamers, are teaming up to create the ultimate gaming showdown using a one-of-a-kind "Totino's Bucking Couch." On Sunday, Feb. 7, Twitch users will have the opportunity to spin, roll and buck some of the top names in gaming right off the couch they're sitting on in the first ever "Totino's Bucking Couch Bowl."
Created by Totino's, the first ever Bucking Couch is set up like a mechanical bull with a full range of motion and controlled through chatroom commands by Twitch commentators, highlighting the Totino's "Live Free. Couch Hard." lifestyle. Designed to disrupt anyone who takes a seat, the couch offers a challenge to skilled gamers and a thrilling live event for Twitch users to enjoy.
"On the day of the Big Game, the couch is truly the center of entertainment. For Totino's, the couch is where a lot of snacking takes place, so we are always looking for ways to make that experience more fun," said Brad Hiranaga, Business Unit Director at Totino's. "February 7 is an exciting day for Totino's: it's the biggest football game of the year, an extremely popular day for fans to eat Pizza Rolls(TM), and the ultimate day for having fun with friends. We want to amp up the game day fun and entertainment even more, so we are launching the first ever Totino's Bucking Couch Bowl on Twitch. And of course Pizza Rolls(TM) are the perfect snack to sit down and enjoy it with."
Broadcasting live at 12 p.m. PST on the Totino's Twitch Channel, "Totino's Bucking Couch Bowl" competition will place two top gamers against each other in two distinct scenarios: one gamer on the Bucking Couch, one gamer on a "normal" couch. Boosted by distractions controlled by Twitch commenters, the Bucking Couch will put these expert gamers at the mercy of the viewers watching and engaging at home, while they do their best to avoid being bucked off. Not without distractions of its own, opponents on the "normal" couch will be subject to various in-studio disruptors geared to distract all of their senses, creating a rare live-gaming spectacle.
"The Twitch community has organically evolved the 'Twitch Plays' game style into a compelling new interactive genre," said Jonathan Simpson-Bint, Chief Revenue Officer, Twitch. "With 'Totino's Bucking Couch' campaign, it illustrates a fun and innovative new approach to this crowd sourced gaming movement."
The elite list of top Twitch broadcasters that will participate has been narrowed down to four. Equipped with their own unique personalities and playing styles, these players will have to compete in popular video games like Rocket League and Super Smash Bros. and Madden 16 to prove how elite they are.
For the big day, these seasoned gamers were hand-selected for Totino's ultimate gaming showdown:
-- The Professional Gamer - iijeriichoii: A very skilled player and
experienced streamer, this well-known professional gamer will see if he
has what it takes to avoid cracking under pressure of distracting online
fans.
-- The Competitive One - summit1g: Known for being a highly competitive
gamer, he'll be sure to up the ante and try his hardest to prove he's
the best Bucking Couch rider out there.
-- The Funny Man - TimTheTatman: Famous for overblown reactions, "voices"
and wisecracks, he's often referred to as a cool older brother everyone
wants to play games with. With his quick wit he hopes to be fast enough
to out-buck the couch.
-- Mr. Popularity - GoldGlove: "Goldy," as he's affectionately known by
fans, has a massive following which often makes him the center of
attention. The pressure is on for him to stay cool under the power of
the "Totino's Bucking Couch."
With the controls to the couch at their fingertips, Totino's is giving Twitch users the opportunity to engage with top tier gamers in a way that evolves their involvement from simply being an observer to a real, live participant in the game. For those interested in more details or how they can control the Totino's Bucking Couch from their own couch, information is available at Twitch.tv/totinos. The Bucking Couch Bowl will stream from 12 p.m. PST - 3:30 p.m. PST on Sunday, Feb 7.
About General Mills
General Mills is one of the world's leading food companies, operating in more than 100 countries around the world. Its brands include Cheerios, Fiber One, Häagen-Dazs, Nature Valley, Yoplait, Betty Crocker, Pillsbury, Green Giant, Old El Paso, Wanchai Ferry, Yoki and more. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minn., USA, General Mills had fiscal 2015 worldwide sales of US $18.8 billion.
About Twitch
Twitch is the world's leading social video platform and community for gamers. Each month, more than 100 million community members gather to watch and talk about video games with more than 1.7 million broadcasters. Twitch's video platform is the backbone of both live and on-demand distribution for the entire video game ecosystem. This includes game developers, publishers, media outlets, events, user generated content, and the entire esports scene. Twitch also features Twitch Creative, a category devoted to artists and the creative process. For more information about Twitch, visit the official website and blog.
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Prodapt and Sprint Partner to Power the Global IoT Ecosystem
DALLAS, January 26, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --
Prodapt, a leading global technology company focused on the communications industry,
and Sprint, a major communications services provider, have entered into a strategic
partnership to deliver industry-specific IoT solutions. The partnership enables Sprint to
leverage software products, platforms and integration expertise from Synapt (Prodapt's IoT
division) to deliver solutions for Sprint's enterprise customer base.
Internet of Things (IoT) refers to the intelligent network of things that communicate
directly or indirectly with each other. The IoT market is expected to grow to $1.7
trillion by 2020 and the need for ready-to-use product platforms, rapid prototyping, and
faster time to market are key elements for successful IoT deployments in the enterprise
market.
"With the increased demand for custom solutions in the IoT space, Sprint is delighted
to partner with Prodapt to provide our customers more flexibility in achieving their
business goals. Sprint sees the strategic partnership with Prodapt as a major step in this
direction. Prodapt has deep domain knowledge and expertise in the communications industry,
which enables it to excel as a system integration partner. Its ready-to-market, end-to-end
frameworks make Prodapt the partner of choice to deliver solutions faster to our
customers."
Mohamad Nasser, Sr. Director, IoT & Business Applications Product Management, Sprint
Corporation Â
Synapt, the IoT division of Prodapt, will work closely with Sprint, as an integrator
to bring together Synapt's IoT platforms & products with hardware partners to deploy
end-to-end, industry-specific solutions for Sprint's global enterprise customer base. The
partnership has already enabled Sprint and Prodapt to win a high-profile engagement with a
major US-based law enforcement department.
Vedant Jhaver, the CEO of Prodapt, said, "Synapt's ready-to-deploy IoT platforms and
our commitment to invest in building next generation industry solutions provides a great
potential for the strategic partnership between Prodapt and Sprint. We look forward to
working together with Sprint in rolling out cutting-edge IoT solutions for Sprint's global
enterprise customers."
About Prodapt Â
Prodapt is a leading provider of software, engineering, and operations services with a
focus on the communications industry. Prodapt works with leading global communications
service providers (CSPs), software vendors, and network equipment manufacturers. Prodapt
has operations in India, USA, Europe, and South Africa, and is part of the 120-year-old
Jhaver Group that employs over 15,500 people across 64 locations globally.
Sprint (NYSE:S) is a communications services company that creates more and better ways
to connect its customers to the things they care about most. Sprint serves more than 57
million connections, and is widely recognized for developing, engineering and deploying
innovative technologies, including the first wireless 4G service from a national carrier
in the United States; leading no-contract brands including Virgin Mobile USA, Boost Mobile,
and Assurance Wireless; instant national and international push-to-talk capabilities; and
a global Tier 1 Internet backbone. Sprint has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability
Index (DJSI) North America for the past four years.
Just in Case Introduces Premiere Discreet Recording Solution For iPhone
Indiegogo Campaign for Self-Contained iPhone Case Recorder Launches Today
TEL AVIV, Israel, Jan. 26, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Just in Case (#justincase) today introduced its flagship product, a slim, elegantly designed case (#case) for iPhone (#iphone) that doesn't let on to what it actually does - instantly record any call (#recordanycall) or in-person conversation without the need to connect to an app or external recording source. Available for iPhone 5 and above, Just in Case will be available in the following colors: red, blue, yellow, green and black. The Indiegogo (#indiegogo) campaign launches today with a funding goal of $25,000USD and features limited Early Bird specials of $29.99 USD (for one Just in Case). People can contribute to the campaign and order a Just in Case iPhone case (#iphonecase) now at: http://igg.me/at/justincase.
The case, which allows users to initiate recording at any point during a call (with app/conference call solutions, users must record the entire conversation from beginning to end), features an easy-to-use, simple 2-button interface: one for "record" and one for "play." Just in Case can also function as an incognito stand-alone recorder that can record in-person conversations not made via the user's iPhone.
Featuring recording components specifically designed for high-quality recording (of both sides of the conversation) while maintaining a slim and unassuming profile, users will no longer need to connect to an external conference call service or via an app to record conversations. All audio files are stored on the included 2GB microSD card (user can use their own microSD card to increase or customize storage options) and not on the user's iPhone or 3rd party data storage service for ultimate control of the recordings. Additionally there is no payment per minute to record or playback calls as the user owns and controls all the data. Timestamps of each recording are stored in a log file on the microSD card.
Just in Case, which features a self-contained battery, provides up to eight hours of recording time, and when in "sleep mode," up to a year of standby power when not in use. For users, this also means that Just in Case does not draw any power from the user's iPhone and has its own charging port.
"JIC was born out of a clear and compelling need to provide a solution to the iPhone's greatest weakness - recording conversations in real time," said John Davis, director of strategy at Just in Case. "Almost 1 billion iPhones are in circulation in the world and none of them are able to easily record conversations. We invested a full year of development in order to create the ultimate iPhone complement and now we are thrilled to finally provide users the opportunity to complete their iPhone."
"With app or conference call solutions, users have to connect to an external server prior to recording," said Oshri Farhat, CEO at Just In Case. "In fact, most times you want to record, you don't realize this in advance. With Just in Case, users can instantly record 100's of hours of conversations whenever they want."
Statement of legality from Oshri Farhat, CEO at Just In Case, "The case is a separate device from the smartphone itself and is therefore just like any other multi-purpose recording device such as a pen, watch, thumb drive, key chain, etc. Recording devices are legal to sell and own in the US, but the legality of use of such devices for recording conversations in various situations depends on particular state law. The case will ship with a clear disclaimer that the user is responsible for clarifying his/her state's law and adhering to it. The RFCP's state-by-state guide to recording laws provides a recent, comprehensive introduction to US recording laws but it is meant only as a general introduction and individuals who have further questions about the legality of recording in various situations should contact an attorney in their state."
Press Assets and Product Images can be found here.
About Just in Case
JIC was founded in Tel Aviv in 2014 out of the need for better, fairer way for iPhone users to record, store and control their conversations. We are a small group of entrepreneurs, strategists, designers and engineers who came together to develop the perfect solution for recording conversations on the iPhone: an elegant, simple-to-use and intuitive case for a low, one-time payment.
Ormi International Launch a Success - BYOD Teaching Platform By EXO U Receives Positive Response at BETT
MONTREAL, Jan. 26, 2016 /PRNewswire/ - ("EXO U") (TSXV: EXO) - Last week, educators attending the 2016 International BETT Conference in London gave an enthusiastic welcome to Ormi: the world's simplest, yet most advanced BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) teaching platform ever created. Ormi, which is Greek for "momentum," launched on Thursday, January 21(st) before an audience of over 40,000 educators from around the world. EXO U now shifts its focus to prepare for Ormi's North American launch, planned for February 3(rd) at the TCEA Conferencein Austin, Texas.
At BETT, above the tradeshow floor, teachers and administrators took the BYOD discussion online, where EXO U's sponsored "Let's Solve BYOD" listening tour was underway. Concurrent with Ormi's International launch, the three-week digital event captures live input from across the global education spectrum. Moderated by education journalist Ken Royal, teachers were invited to join in the conversation and share ideas to define, improve, and capture scalable practices. During the 4-day conference, over 68,000 people had contributed, shared or listened in on the discussion.
"We all know what BYOD is," said Radio Host, Rusell Prue when interviewing EXO U's VP of Marketing Ian Bryan on the tradeshow floor. "But we don't know how to deal with it."
Bryan responded, "Teachers have technology in their classrooms that doesn't work [with multiple devices]. Rather than compete with those solutions... we just want to make it better, easier, faster".
EXO U also participated in BETT's Secondary Learn & Live Leadership Panel, moderated by Kevin Hogan from Tech&Learning Magazine and ICT Consultant Terry Freedman, and hosted customers and partners at the follow-up reception co-hosted by EXO U. Other launch highlights included interviews with specialist education broadcasters, and meetings with dozens of journalists from the UK, USA and international news media.
"EXO U is on a mission to make BYOD not only acceptable, but also essential in the classroom globally," remarked Education Writer and former Head Teacher, Gerald Haigh. "Students who arrive equipped with familiar technology are in a position to extend their learning into areas which would otherwise be out of reach or only accessible with difficulty."
EXO U CEO Kevin Pawsey stated, "Mobile devices are growing faster than any other hardware category in the K12 education market. From the conversations I had with vendors and educators at the show, there is now a real drive towards having technology that is easy to install, easy to use, relevant and affordable. Administrators want to see tangible returns on investments in Edtech and I think we are well placed to address that with Ormi as BYOD accelerates globally. Within a few days of meetings with manufacturers and distributors, we've already signed several NDA's to enable further negotiations"
To receive news and announcements concerning the Ormi launch, follow http://www.exou.com.
About EXO U
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OzVision Releases Next Generation Integration for Providers of Video-Based Solutions
Using the new integration layer, solution providers can offer their solutions to OzVision's network of OEM partners connecting over a million devices worldwide.
NEW YORK, January 26, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --
OzVision [http://www.ozvision.com ], the technology leader in cloud-based video
services, announced today the release of its new improved integration layer, Oz Integrate
(R), for providers of video-based solutions.
The improved Oz Integrate(R) simplifies integration of 3rd party solutions into the
OzVision cloud-based video recording platform. By integrating with OzVision, developers
can offer their solutions to the OzVision network of OEM partners, connecting over a
million video cameras and other devices worldwide.
The new Oz Integrate(R) consists of APIs that serve a wide range of video applications
and require minimal coding, for smooth and speedy integration.
Developers use video recorded and stored on the OzVision platform to provide a wide
range of video-based solutions (residential and business) such as surveillance, control
systems, video auditing, real-time analysis, image processing and more.
"From our experience, device manufacturers are always looking to expand their
subscription-based offerings to end-customers with cutting edge solutions", says Duby Hodd,
OzVision's CEO.
"Our Oz Integrate(R) platform helps our developers reach those end-customers.
"In fact," adds Mr. Hodd, "every video application we integrated into our platform was
adopted by at least one of our partners.The requirement is out there, you just need to
make the connection".
"Integrating our solution with the OzVision cloud helped us reach new customers", says
Dror Irani, CEO of BriefCam, a developer and provider of Video Synopsis (R) products for
the rapid review, search and analysis of video. "Integration was easy and supported every
step of the way."
"As a result, manufacturers in the OzVision OEM network quickly incorporated our
solution into their portfolio of value added services".Â
The OzVision video cloud-based platform provides equipment manufacturers, service
providers and connected home solutions with a robust 99.99% uptime cloud-based video live
view, continuous recording, event recording, playback and notification services; as well
as sophisticated customer account and subscription plan management tools.
About OzVisionÂ
OzVision is a leader in cloud-based video solutions for the residential and business
markets. OzVision's innovative end-to-end cloud solution offers recording, distribution
and analysis of massive amounts of real-time data from a variety of network-attached
devices. The OzVision partner network includes world leading video device manufacturers;
service providers connected home platforms and video-based solution developers. Over a
million cameras and other devices are currently connected to the OzVision cloud. OzVision
is a privately-held US company with R&D in Israel. For more information please see http://www.ozvision.com or contact us at info@ozvision.com.
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Full Swing Golf To Unveil Virtual Fairway At 2016 PGA Merchandise Show
SAN DIEGO, Calif., Jan. 26, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Full Swing Golf, the leader in indoor golf simulator technology, is introducing new advancements to its simulators with the addition of its Virtual Fairway product. The company plans to showcase its new active flooring golf technology with its simulators at the 2016 PGA Merchandise Show, January 26 - 29, in Orlando.
"We are dedicated to bringing the most realistic and innovative indoor golf experience to our clients," said Ryan Dotters, CEO of Full Swing Golf. "With the addition of our Virtual Fairway technology, we are confident this will bring a whole new element of realism to the indoor golf experience," Dotters added.
"The Virtual Fairway technology will enhance our clients experience through an adjustable floor and changing surface, introducing challenging lies and uphill shots to our full suite of simulators and simulator-related products," stated Dotters. "Golfers will have the opportunity to play on a shifting landscape and varying undulations, fully representing the world renowned golf courses we offer our clients, "added Dotters. Over the past few years, Full Swing Golf has built an unprecedented roster of PGA TOUR players utilizing its technology including; Jordan Spieth, Ian Poulter, Bill Haas, Hunter Mahan, Mark Wilson and Tiger Woods. "Virtual Fairway is a great example of Full Swing driving the game of golf with technology that provides the most realistic environments ever created for a simulator," stated Tiger Woods.
The product will be sold as an added feature to the Full Swing Golf collection of simulators and will be available to clients in spring 2016. Industry professionals will have the opportunity to experience Virtual Fairway at Full Swing's PGA Show exhibit, located at Booth #2743, January 27-29.
About the PGA Merchandise Show
The 63rd PGA Merchandise Show, held Jan. 26-29, 2016, in Orlando, will welcome some 1,000 top golf companies and brands and more than 40,000 industry professionals from around the world to the industry's annual global summit for the business of golf. The PGA Show Outdoor Demo Day, the world's largest professional golf testing event, will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 26, at the Orange County National Golf Center. During PGA Show days, Jan. 27-29 at the Orange County Convention Center, PGA Professionals, retailers and industry leaders will uncover the latest trends, source the newest golf merchandise, test the latest equipment, learn proven business best practices, network among peers and move forward the business of the game. In 2016, the annual international gathering of the golf industry will celebrate the Centennial of the PGA of America, founder and organizing partner of the PGA Merchandise Show. The PGA Merchandise Show is a trade-only event and is not open to the public.
About Full Swing
Full Swing Golf is a San Diego based company specializing in cutting edge golf simulation technology. The technology features state of the art ball tracking and offers clients 93 Championship Courses. Full Swing Golf, found in over 60 countries worldwide which optimizes the player's experience with its real time environment. The technology can be found in the home of PGA TOUR Player's including Jordan Spieth, Ian Poulter, Bill Haas, Hunter Mahan, Mark Wilson and Tiger Woods.
Press Contact Information:
Full Swing Golf: Dena DiSarro, (858) 675.1100 - dena.disarro@fullswinggolf.com
Lagardere Sports: Jordan Lewites, (201) 294.7281 - jlewites@lagardere-se.com
Brittany Coco, (917) 596.8166 - bcoco@lagardere-se.com
For more information, please visit http://www.fullswinggolf.com For the most up-to-date news, follow Full Swing Golf on Twitter (@FullSwingGolf) or Facebook.com/FullSwingGolf