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Clackamas County Pioneers New Voting Technology in Oregon

Blazing the Trail to Complete First Election with Hart InterCivic's Verity® Voting

OREGON CITY, Ore., Dec. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Clackamas County is known for its pioneering spirit, an attitude born in the 1840s when the area was settled by the rugged travelers of the Oregon Trail.  No surprise this trailblazing county's election officials were the first in the State to adopt Verity Voting by Hart InterCivic, the most technologically advanced election system available in the U.S.

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"We like to be first and we take pride in moving ahead," said Sherry Hall, Clackamas County Clerk. "Choosing Verity was a natural choice to upgrade our older system. It's a new technology that will serve our voters well for years to come."

Clackamas County officials carefully scrutinized Verity before they embraced the new technology.

"I observed demos at other counties and at national conferences, and Clackamas County was tapped to host the Oregon certification process with State officials and other counties coming here to observe," Hall said. "I had great confidence in Hart customer support. We were sold."

An agreement was reached in July. By the November 3 special election, Verity was in place for the County's 230,000 registered voters. "We were thrilled with the ease of Verity," Hall said. Hall's concern about teaching the new system to temporary election workers with little computer experience proved wrong. "They loved it!" Hall said. "They said it was so much easier and streamlined."

With the success of November's general election, Clackamas County is ready for the much larger May 2016 primary kicking off the presidential election season. Hall noted that the County expects to hire more than 100 temporary election workers in May and is confident they can handle the new, efficient process. "I am especially pleased with Hart customer service and the depth and breadth of their experience. They have more than 100 years in the election business, and we get quick response from Hart when needed."

"We expect many other Oregon counties to follow in Clackamas County's footsteps with Verity," said Phillip Braithwaite, President and CEO of Hart InterCivic. "No other newly certified voting system is built on years of experience serving the needs of the State's election administrators and voters." 

For more information on the Verity Voting system, please visit http://www.hartintercivic.com/verityoverview.

About Hart InterCivic, Inc.

Austin-based Hart InterCivic is a full service election solutions innovator, partnering with state and local governments to deliver secure, accurate and reliable elections. Working side by side with election professionals for more than 100 years, our mission is to help advance democracy one election at a time. This mission fuels our passionate customer focus and our continuous drive for technological innovation. Hart's new Verity Voting system makes voting more straightforward, more equitable and more accessible--and makes managing elections more transparent, more efficient and easier.

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Independent Voting for Visually Impaired in Bedford County, Pennsylvania

Director of Elections Inspired by Dad to Train Citizens on Hart InterCivic System

BEDFORD, Pa., Dec. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- When Jill Gordon's father lost his sight, he lost some of his independence. Now, Jill, the new Director of Elections for Bedford County, is helping her father and others who are visually impaired regain their independence and privacy in the voting booth.

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Jill Gordon was inspired to teach her county's voters about the accessible ballots available to them after a hands-on demonstration from a Hart InterCivic trainer.

"When I saw that this technology would allow my dad to vote with no one helping him, I stood there and I cried," Gordon said. "Now I know it can be done and I want poll workers and those with disabilities to know, too."

Setting up a Hart voting machine in training mode, Gordon has staged several sessions to introduce the audio ballot with Braille markings to visually impaired citizens. They've even been featured on local television.

In April, Gordon trained a long-time voter who was accustomed to whispering his answers to a helper and hoping that his vote was recorded correctly.

"Once he realized there were Braille labels, he was reading the directions to me first!" Gordon said. "In May he voted independently for the first time in his life. That's what I count as success."

Using headphones, an electronic reader and audio alerts for potential mismarks, the Hart Voting System developed by Hart InterCivic allows voters with disabilities to vote independently, even if they cannot see the ballot.

"The biggest thing is that the person doesn't have to be embarrassed or ashamed to ask for help. We don't want voting to be intimidating," Gordon added.

Ballots are cast, counted and stored no differently than any other ballot in the local jurisdiction, assuring a private vote for anyone using accommodations.  Making voting equipment accessible to every citizen is a priority for Hart InterCivic, a leading election innovator.

The Austin-based firm incorporates numerous features for voters with visual impairments, blindness, or severe mobility impairments:

    --  Controls within reach for voters who use wheelchairs
    --  Audio ballots accessible through headphones
    --  Audible sounds to alert voters who are blind or visually impaired if
        their ballot contains mismarks that require attention
    --  Instructions in Braille and large print
    --  Easy mobility for curbside voting, where allowed
For more information about Voting Solutions from Hart, please visit http://www.hartintercivic.com/voting-solutions-hart.

About Hart InterCivic, Inc.

Hart InterCivic is a full service election solutions innovator, partnering with state and local governments to deliver secure, accurate and reliable elections. Working side by side with election professionals for more than 100 years, our mission is to help advance democracy one election at a time. This mission fuels our passionate customer focus and our continuous drive for technological innovation. The Hart Voting System and our new Verity Voting system make voting more straightforward, more equitable and more accessible--and make managing elections more transparent, more efficient and easier.

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Chelan County Debuts New Voting Technology in Washington

First Election with Hart InterCivic's Verity® Voting System Foretells Future Successes

WENATCHEE, Wash., Dec. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- As counties across the nation consider replacing aging voting systems with a major election year ahead, one Washington County took the lead by upgrading to the newest fully integrated election system certified in the nation, Verity Voting by Hart InterCivic. Chelan County officials are confident in their choice and timing. Neighboring Douglas County followed Chelan County's lead, purchasing Verity for implementation in early 2016.

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"Looking ahead to the presidential election in 2016, we wanted to bring in new technology and take it out for a run during 2015," said Skip Moore, Chelan County Auditor. "Our smooth November 3 election showed that Verity was the right choice for our upgrade."

Verity proved itself to Chelan County officials before they embraced the new technology. Moore's office was tapped to help the Secretary of State test the system for Washington, which requires State as well as federal certification.

"I was very confident in the quality of Verity, having gone through the State certification process," Moore said. "Plus, we've worked with Hart before, and we are sold on Hart's customer support."

Chelan County, with 40,000 registered voters, was one of 10 jurisdictions across the nation to use the newly certified Verity system for November 3 general elections.

"Based on our years of experience working with Chelan County and 25 other Washington counties, we expect numerous other Washington counties will follow Chelan County's lead in adopting Verity," said Phillip Braithwaite, President and CEO of Hart InterCivic. "The system incorporates the latest state-of-the-art technology, with a foundation based on the proven, robust legacy of our first-generation system that these jurisdictions have been successfully using for nearly a decade."

The new Verity system is a suite of software and hardware designed from the ground up with input from Chelan County and other Washington customers to incorporate the State's specific needs into the system. The modular design is flexible enough to leverage new technologies over time.

For voters in Chelan County, the transition was easy because the new ballots look the same, Moore said. Voting for the visually impaired or disabled was enhanced with the Verity Touch Writer, an accessible device voters use to mark and print their ballots to be counted along with all others.

"With Verity, we now have a paper ballot for every vote. I can assure the voting public that our results are verified. In close votes, I can point to two stacks of ballots right here on my desk," Moore said.

For election staff and other stakeholders, the biggest improvement is the state-of-the-art ballot tally solution, a streamlined and time-saving scanning process.

"Yes, this system is economical and efficient, but most importantly, our voters can be sure that the count is true and accurate," said auditor Moore. "Hart made the transition easy, and we are excited and confident as we look ahead to a busy election year."

For more information on the Verity Voting system, please visit http://www.hartintercivic.com/verityoverview.

About Hart InterCivic, Inc.
Austin-based Hart InterCivic is a full service election solutions innovator, partnering with state and local governments to deliver secure, accurate and reliable elections. Working side by side with election professionals for more than 100 years, our mission is to help advance democracy one election at a time. This mission fuels our passionate customer focus and our continuous drive for technological innovation. Hart's voting solutions make voting more straightforward, more equitable and more accessible--and make managing elections more transparent, more efficient and easier.

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Print-Rite to Unleash CoLiDo(TM) 3D Printers at CES 2016

Print-Rite will exhibit its new range of CoLiDo(TM) 3D printers for the first time at CES 2016, offering a new platform of creativity and augmented additive manufacturing.

HONG KONG, Dec. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- After having great success for over 35 years, Print-Rite, the world leading manufacturer in the printing consumables industry, extends the success by bringing its own 3D printer brand "CoLiDo(TM)" to the world through exhibiting at CES(®), Las Vegas on 6-9 Jan 2016.

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Print-Rite has recognized that 3D printing is the essential vehicle for the "third industrial revolution" trend. Quickly swinging into action with their vast knowledge in materials science and availability of extensive infrastructure, Print-Rite launched the first FDM 3D printers CoLiDo(TM) 1.0 in 2014 in Hong Kong and mainland China, and created a strong portfolio of products in a short time. ColiDo(TM) is available on top Chinese e-commerce platforms like JD.com and Tmall.com, and has been ranking number 1 in the 3D printer search category on these platforms.

Print-Rite announced its roadmap to the global 3D printing market at the 3D Printing Global Summit at the REMAXWorld Expo, Zhuhai in October 2015. Joining CES, one of the largest exhibitions of new and trend-setting electronic products, is the first move for CoLiDo(TM) in 2016. By displaying several patented designs such as the coated glass platform for easy printed object removal, Print-Rite believes CoLiDo(TM) 3D Printers can stand out at CES and surprise 3D printing experts, hobbyists and enthusiasts.

CoLiDo(TM) joins CES 2016 through its global master distributor Union Technology International (MCO) Co., Ltd. Please visit the CoLiDo(TM) booth at:

Booth No: 72538

3D Printing Section, Halls A-C, Level - 2, Sands Expo, Las Vegas

For more information, please visit http://www.CoLiDo.com.

About Union Technology International (MCO) Co., Ltd. (Utec):

Utec is the global master distributor of Print-Rite which is a well-reputed Hong Kong based organization with their full range of products being monochrome and color laser toners, inkjet cartridges, wide format inks, chips, ribbons, other components and have successfully led this industry for over 35 years with more than 2600 patents. Print-Rite has always been innovation-driven with huge investments in R&D and CoLiDo(TM) being their latest creation.

Media contacts:

Hugo Wong

Product Manager
Print-Rite Management Co. Ltd.
+852 2140 9251
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Chitrak Banerjee

Marketing Manager
Union Technology International (MCO) Co., Ltd.
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Stratasys 3D Printing Solutions Integral to Launch New Light-Weight, Solar Powered 'e-floater' Electric Scooter

BADEN BADEN, Germany, December 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

     "We would have not been able to take this product from development to launch without
  using Stratasys 3D printing to develop a working prototype - it's as simple as that,"

                           Oliver Risse, Floatility's founder 

    Fully-functional 3D printed prototypes produced 50% faster using both FDM and PolyJet

       3D printing technologies from Stratasys in comparison to silicon molding  

    Stratasys EMEA, a subsidiary of Stratasys Ltd [http://www.stratasys.com ].
(Nasdaq:SSYS), the 3D printing and additive manufacturing solutions company, today
announced that German start-up business, Floatility GmbH, has developed a
first-of-its-kind, lightweight, solar-powered, electric scooter using both Stratasys
PolyJet and FDM 3D printing technology.

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    With the objective to 'redefine the modern way of travelling in cities worldwide', the
'e-floater' scooter houses an electric-motor and drives on three wheels, enabling users to
stand upright and ride freely without physical exertion. As an 'intelligent' vehicle, the
e-floater is also able to communicate to its owner in real time where it is located and
the condition it is in.

    In order meet the product's launch date of November, Floatility utilized both
Stratasys FDM and PolyJet 3D printing technologies throughout the product development
phase to create a working prototype. An additional benefit was that this was achieved
significantly more cost-effectively than using traditional methods.

    "The need to build prototypes that exactly resembled the final product and that would
enable us to test everything thoroughly was vital to the successful launch of this product,
" says Oliver Risse, Floatility's founder. "3D printing was essential in this regard as it
allowed the team to physically test the design and concept of e-floater as if it were the
final product. This not only sped up the product development cycle, but dramatically
reduced our product development costs. We would have not been able to take this product
from concept to launch without using Stratasys 3D printing solutions to develop a working
prototype - it's as simple as that."

    Developing an advanced prototype that accurately resembles the final product 

    As well as improved time and cost efficiencies, the decision to use multiple Stratasys
3D printing technologies was also based on the capability to combine different materials
in one print, which enabled the prototype versions to comprise both soft and hard
materials.

    This saw the team produce soft components such as the tail- and front lights, wheels
and grips on the PolyJet-based Objet500 Connex3 Color Multi-material 3D Printer
[http://www.stratasys.com/3d-printers/production-series/connex3-systems ], while the
super-tough components were 3D printed using the mechanically-strong and UV stable,
FDM-based, ASA material on the Stratasys Fortus 450 3D Production System
[http://www.stratasys.com/3d-printers/production-series/fortus-380-450mc ].

    According to Risse, the less favourable alternative would have been to use silicon
molding to create the prototype. "This was not ideal for a number of reasons," he says.
"Not only would it have entailed an assembly of up to 20 parts, but the costs would have
been significantly higher and the production time would have been double to that
achievable with 3D printing."

    "The e-floater is a perfect example of how 3D printing enables designers and inventors
to turn their concepts into fully-operational products quickly and cost-effectively,"
concludes Andy Middleton, President, Stratasys, EMEA. "In this case, the blend of both our
core 3D printing technologies proved instrumental in bringing another exciting and
innovative product to market and, as a company, we're delighted to play a part in helping
Floatility - and other start-up businesses like them - bring their ideas to products."

    For more than 25 years, Stratasys Ltd. (NASDAQ:SSYS) has been a defining force and
dominant player in 3D printing and additive manufacturing - shaping the way things are
made. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota and Rehovot, Israel, the company empowers
customers across a broad range of vertical markets by enabling new paradigms for design
and manufacturing. The company's solutions provide customers with unmatched design freedom
and manufacturing flexibility - reducing time-to-market and lowering development costs,
while improving designs and communications. Stratasys subsidiaries include MakerBot and
Solidscape and the Stratasys ecosystem includes 3D printers producing prototypes and
parts; a wide range of 3D printing materials; parts on-demand via Stratasys Direct
Manufacturing; strategic consulting and professional services; and Thingiverse/GrabCAD
communities with 5+ million free design components, printable files. With 3,000 employees
and 800 granted or pending additive manufacturing patents, Stratasys has received more
than 30 technology and leadership awards. Visit us online at: http://www.stratasys.com
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Vimicro Announces Shareholders Vote to Approve Going Private Transaction

BEIJING, Dec. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Vimicro International Corporation (NASDAQ: VIMC) ("Vimicro" or the "Company"), a leading video surveillance technology and solution provider in China, announced today that, at an extraordinary general meeting held today, the Company's shareholders voted in favor of, among others, the proposal to authorize and approve the previously announced Agreement and Plan of Merger dated September 15, 2015 (as amended on November 3, 2015, the "Merger Agreement") and among Vimicro China (Parent) Limited ("Parent"), Vimicro China Acquisition Limited ("Merger Sub") and the Company and the plan of merger between Merger Sub and the Company required to be filed with the Registrar of Companies of the Cayman Islands (the "Plan of Merger"), pursuant to which Merger Sub will be merged with and into the Company with the Company continuing as the surviving company as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Parent after the merger (the "merger"), and to authorize and approve any and all transactions contemplated by the Merger Agreement, including the merger.

Immediately after the completion of the merger, Parent will be ultimately beneficially owned by Dr. Zhonghan (John) Deng, founder, chairman and chief executive officer of the Company, Mr. Zhaowei (Kevin) Jin, co-chief executive officer and a board member of the Company, Dr. Xiaodong (Dave) Yang and Mr. Shengda Zan.

Approximately 58.93% of the Company's total outstanding voting ordinary shares (including ordinary shares represented by the Company's American depositary shares ("ADSs")) voted in person or by proxy at today's extraordinary general meeting. Of the voting power represented by these ordinary shares voted in person or by proxy at the extraordinary general meeting, approximately 98.57% were voted in favor of the proposal to authorize and approve the Merger Agreement and the Plan of Merger and any and all transactions contemplated by the Merger Agreement, including the merger. A two-thirds majority of the voting power represented by the ordinary shares of the Company present and voting in person or by proxy at the extraordinary general meeting was required for authorizing and approving the merger.

The parties currently expect to complete the merger as soon as practicable, subject to the satisfaction or waiver of the conditions set forth in the Merger Agreement. Upon completion of the merger, the Company will become a privately held company and its ADSs will no longer be listed on the NASDAQ Global Market.

About Vimicro International Corporation

Vimicro International Corporation (NASDAQ: VIMC) is a leading video surveillance technology and solution provider that designs, develops and markets a full range of video surveillance products and solutions to governments, private enterprises, and consumers in China. Vimicro co-developed SVAC (Surveillance Video and Audio Coding), the national video surveillance technological standard, which demonstrates its unique strengths in proprietary multimedia IC technology, making it a leader in China's fast-growing security and surveillance market. Vimicro is headquartered in Beijing, China and has subsidiaries and offices throughout China and in Silicon Valley. Vimicro's ADSs each represent four ordinary shares and are traded on the NASDAQ Global Market exchange under the ticker symbol "VIMC".

Forward-Looking Statements

This announcement contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates," "confident" and similar statements. Among other things, the quotations from management in this announcement, as well as Vimicro's expectations and forecasts, contain forward-looking statements. Vimicro may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its periodic reports to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Forms 20-F and 6-K, etc., in its annual report to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials and in oral statements made by its officers, directors or employees to third parties. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about Vimicro's beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement, including but not limited to the following: the Company's ability to increase its sales of PC camera processors, as well as video surveillance products; the expected growth of the video surveillance market; the Company's ability to retain existing customers and acquire new customers and respond to competitive market conditions; the Company's ability to respond in a timely manner to the evolving market and changing consumer preferences and industry standards and to stay abreast of technological changes; the Company's ability to secure sufficient foundry capacity in a timely manner; the Company's ability to effectively protect its intellectual property and the risk that it may infringe on the intellectual property of others; and cyclicality of the semiconductor industry and fluctuations in the markets in which the Company competes. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in Vimicro's annual report on Form 20-F filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Vimicro does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law. All information provided in this press release is as of the date hereof, and Vimicro undertakes no duty to update such information, except as required under applicable law.

Contact:

Vimicro International Corporation
Investor Relations
Phone: +86-10-5884-8898
E-mail: ir@vimicro.com

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Vimicro International Corporation

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

BLINDSPOT: The Next Big App?

The addictive anonymous messaging app explodes on the scene

LONDON, December 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

    BLINDSPOT, a wacky anonymous messaging app that gives people the opportunity to say
what they really feel, is making a lot of noise. Perhaps it's the loud, cartoon-style
design, the game-like interface, or simply the ability to message people anonymously?
Whatever the reason, your inbox is about to get interesting.

    It's fun and perfect for flirting or chatting. Users can message anyone in their
contact list for one-to-one communication- sending text, images, voice-notes and video.
All without revealing their identity - unless they choose to. BLINDSPOT is surprisingly
addictive and opens up a whole new world of conversations.

    BLINDSPOT is developed by Shellanoo Group, a fast-growth technology company
specialising in interactive mobile applications and internet related services. Shellanoo
Group closed a $35 million round of funding in March, which quadrupled the share value of
the company in less than 10 months. The round was led by multi-billionaire businessman
Roman Abramovich, and attracted investment from music luminaries including Tiesto, Avicii,
will.i.am, David Guetta, Sebastian Ingrosso (of Swedish House Mafia), Nicki Minaj, Benny
Andersson (of music group ABBA), plus super agents Ash Pournouri and Gee Roberson
(previously chairman of Geffen Records and now part of Maverick Management), and several
others.

    O.D. Kobo, Chairman of Shellanoo Group, says, "BLINDSPOT is definitely one of our
portfolio's liveliest projects." The idea for BLINDSPOT emerged from a 12-hour hackathon
at Shellanoo's headquarters in Israel. "When you remove the barrier of identity between
people things start to get interesting," says Kobo.

    Message recipients can easily block other users and can ask senders to reveal their
identity at any time. Any user that is blocked by three people is removed from the app.
Any misuse can be raised directly with BLINDSPOT.

    "What would you say to people you know if you were anonymous?" ask Dor Refaeli and Lee
Greenberg, co-founders of BLINDSPOT. "Most users want to flirt, play jokes on friends or
share secretive information they would otherwise be scared to reveal. There's so much fake
comment on social media - it can be like an airbrushed version of life. We want people to
have fun, and most of all we want people to be real with one another."

    BLINDSPOT is available for free download from the Apple App Store and Google Play.

    About BLINDSPOT 

    BLINDSPOT is an anonymous messaging app designed for "real" conversations with people
you know. The app's bright colours and simple design reflect the fact it is built for fun.
BLINDSPOT is backed by the Shellanoo Group, a technology company specialising in mobile
applications and internet services. Shellanoo has attracted significant investment from
backers including Avicii, Tiesto, David Guetta, will.i.am, Nicki Minaj, Sebastian Ingrosso
and Ash Pournouri.

       
         
        Contact: 
        Michael Sullivan 
        Weber Shandwick (Los Angeles) 
        +1-310-854-8241 
        blindspotuspr@webershandwick.com  

     

BLINDSPOT

HP Ink Advantage Saves a Late Night Trip to the Print Shop

NEW DELHI, December 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

    HP Inc. today introduced new wireless HP DeskJet Ink Advantage printers that bring
affordable, high-quality printing to the home, eliminating the need for any late-night
trips to the print shop.

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    "Parents often have to deal with last-minute scrambles when their children ask to
print their homework late at night," said Parikshet Singh Tomar, Country Category Leader,
Printing Systems, HP Inc., India. "The new wireless HP DeskJet Ink Advantage printers
bring the convenience of affordable, high-quality printing home, enabling parents to
easily connect from their mobile device and print their children's assignments in
outstanding quality."

    Parents can also save more on printing cost[(1)] with Original HP Ink Advantage
cartridges, without worrying about complicated refilling, frequent maintenance and wasting
ink. Each Original HP Ink cartridge is rigorously tested to ensure sharp output
consistently and reliably, reducing the need to reprints which can undermine productivity
and increase printing costs. With HP support, service and quality, users can be assured of
hassle-free ink replacements and full HP printer warranty benefits when they use Original
HP Inks.

    The new wireless HP DeskJet Ink Advantage printers feature a new, sleek design and
convenient mobile printing that fit seamlessly with today's lifestyles.

    The HP DeskJet Ink Advantage 4535 All-in-One printer makes low cost, high quality
printing a reality at home. It features a clean, minimalist design that is accentuated by
the seamless integration of the scanner lid and input tray. The output area also takes the
shape of a smile with a long, curved opening across the front for users to easily collect
their print jobs. Designed for the connected household, this space-saving printer features
an easy way to print from a smartphone or tablet[(2)] and lab-quality photos, creative
projects, hobbies and documents.

    The HP Deskjet Ink Advantage 4675 All-in-One brings mobile convenience for the home
office, featuring HP's mobile out-of-box experience [(3)] as well as a hidden output arm
that automatically extends when users send a print job from their mobile device or PC.
This printer also includes a 5.5cm touch-enabled display and fast print speeds.

    The HP OfficeJet 3830 All-in-One Printer comes in the form of a bowl versus the
conventional box form factor. It delivers wireless-enabled, quality printing for everyday
documents; convenient multipage faxing, scanning, and copying; easy mobile setup[(3)] and
easy mobile printing from tablets and smartphones.[(2)] With the HP All-in-One Printer
Remote mobile app, users can also manage printing tasks and scan directly from their
mobile device.[(4)]

    More information about the HP DeskJet Ink Advantage printer series is available
at http://www.hp.com/in/inkadvantage.

    Pricing and Availability[  (5)]

       
        - The HP Deskjet Ink Advantage 4535 All-in-One printer is priced at an MRP of INR
          8532/- and is available in India.
        - The HP Deskjet Ink Advantage 4675 All-in-One printer is priced at an MRP of INR
          12509/- and is available in India.
        - The HP Deskjet Ink Advantage 3835 All-in-One printer is priced at an MRP of INR 8871/-
          and is available in India.

    About HP Inc. 

    HP Inc. creates technology that makes life better for everyone, everywhere. Through
our portfolio of printers, PCs, mobile devices, solutions, and services, we engineer
experiences that amaze. More information about HP (NYSE: HPQ) is available
at http://www.hp.com.

    (1)Average page yield of black HP 680 cartridge. Average based upon ISO/IEC 24711 or
HP testing methodology with continuous printing. Actual yield varies considerably based on
content of printed pages and other factors. To learn more
visit: http://www.hp.com/go/learnaboutsupplies

    (2)In comparison to the majority of consumer/home office inkjet all-in-one printers
<$399 USD as of November 2014, based on market share as reported by IDC as of Q3 2014, and
typical time to set up and/or presence of preloaded plug-in. App download required for
printer setup. Local printing requires mobile device and printer to be on the same network
or have a direct wireless connection to the printer. Wireless performance is dependent on
physical environment and distance from access point. Wireless operations are compatible
with 2.4 GHz operations only. Remote printing requires an Internet connection to an HP
web-connected printer. App or software and HP ePrint account registration may also be
required. Wireless broadband use requires separately purchased service contract for mobile
devices. Check with service provider for coverage and availability in your area. See
hp.com/go/mobileprinting for more details.

    (3)Requires HP All-in-One Printer Remote mobile app download and is compatible with
iPhone 4 and later, iPad 4th generation, iPad mini, iPad Air, iPod, and mobile devices
using Android 4.0.3 or later.  For a full list of supported operating systems, see
hp.com/go/mobileprinting.

    (4)Mobile device requires wireless access point and an Internet connection. Compatible
with iPhone 4 and later, iPad 4th generation, iPad mini, iPad Air, iPod 5G using iOS 7 or
later, and mobile devices using Android 4.0.3 or later. Features controlled may vary by
mobile device operating system. Scan/copy control requires mobile device and printer be on
the same wireless network or through wireless direct connection to printer. For mobile
scanning, device camera requires 5 megapixels or greater with autofocus capability.

    (5)Maximum retail price, printed on the box.

    iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple(R) Inc., registered in the U.S.
and other countries.

    This document contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the safe
harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.  Such
statements involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions. If such risks or uncertainties
materialize or such assumptions prove incorrect, the results of HP Inc. and its
consolidated subsidiaries could differ materially from those expressed or implied by such
forward-looking statements. All statements other than statements of historical fact are
statements that could be deemed forward-looking statements, including any statements of
expectation or belief and any statements of assumptions underlying any of the foregoing. 
Risks, uncertainties and assumptions include the possibility the company's business may
not perform as expected; that the company may be unable to successfully implement
separation strategies; and other risks that are described in the company's reports to the
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including but not limited to the risks described
in the company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for its fiscal year ended October 31, 2014 and
the company's Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q for its fiscal quarters ended April 30, 2015
and July 31, 2015. The company assumes no obligation to update these forward-looking
statements.

    (c) 2015 HP Inc. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice.
The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty
statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as
constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial
errors or omissions contained herein.

       
         
        Media Contact: 
        Yashima Kewalramani 
        Yashima@the-practice.net 
        +91-9654903094 
        The PRactice 

     

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Airbiquity Announces Expanded Infotainment Delivery Offering For The Global Automotive Market

New Initiative Gives Automakers More Options for Deploying Infotainment Applications to Connected Car Programs

SEATTLE, Dec. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Airbiquity(®), a global leader in connected car services, today announced the expansion of its Driver Experience infotainment delivery offering to include Template and Projection based deployment options. The addition of these two options provides automakers ready access to the company's global and regional infotainment app portfolio, Choreo(TM) service delivery platform, and a full range of choices for connected car infotainment app deployment:

Custom - Maximum flexibility via customized user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design applied to individual apps and integrated into multiple vehicle head units

Template -- Streamlined deployment via common pre-defined UI/UX design applied to multiple apps and integrated into multiple vehicle head units

Projection -- Minimized complexity via smartphone powered UI/UX design applied to multiple apps and projected into multiple vehicle head units

Airbiquity Driver Experience Template and Projection were designed to address growing automaker demand for low cost, easy to deploy infotainment content options, as well as proprietary apps featuring new vehicle centric services powered by data and analytics. Working with Airbiquity, automakers can quickly source and deploy infotainment apps into existing and planned connected car programs -- using proprietary and open standards -- to better meet increasing consumer demand for infotainment content in their vehicles.

"We are excited about bringing Driver Experience Template and Projection to the market, and the clear benefits they provide to automakers looking for low cost options to quickly and easily enhance their infotainment app portfolios," said Kamyar Moinzadeh, CEO of Airbiquity. "Customer feedback indicates a sizable demand for these offerings, and Airbiquity's innovative technology and integration expertise make us uniquely positioned to deliver."

Airbiquity has integrated over 45 infotainment apps and 12 vehicle head units into its Choreo service delivery platform for multiple automaker programs around the world, including translation into more than 30 languages. Leveraging this depth of experience and sizable app portfolio for Template and Projection based deployments is a natural evolution of the company's Driver Experience infotainment delivery offering.

Over 7 million vehicles have been deployed on the Airbiquity Choreo platform which powers hundreds of millions of monthly transactions for a wide range of services such as vehicle connectivity, safety and security, infotainment delivery, electric vehicle, and fleet management.

Learn more about Airbiquity by viewing this video.

About Airbiquity 

Airbiquity is a global leader in connected vehicle services and pioneer in the development and engineering of automotive telematics technology. Airbiquity enables the vision of connected car today with the industry's most advanced cloud-based connected car services delivery platform: "Choreo(TM)." Working in partnership with Airbiquity, automakers, tier one suppliers, and mobile network operators are delivering scalable and manageable connected car solutions meeting the safety, efficiency, convenience, and infotainment needs of their customers in over 50 countries and 30 languages. To learn more about Airbiquity visit http://www.airbiquity.com. Airbiquity is a trademark of Airbiquity Inc.

CONTACT:
Kristin Scheidegger
Airbiquity PR
+1-206-344-3133
media@airbiquity.com

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Brand 'moonbow' Makes its Entry in the Air Purifier Market, Aims to Capture 10-12% Market Share in Three Years

NEW DELHI, December 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

    'moonbow' is a new brand launched today. The brand from HSIL Limited, 'moonbow' will
be the umbrella brand for the company's emerging interest in the consumer business space.

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    'Expect the unexpected' is the brand promise of 'moonbow', which in tangible terms
simply translates into something unanticipated, a surprise. This quality of the brand will
be visible through differentiated product experiences and significant benefits that it
will offer to target consumers. 'moonbow' is meant for consumers who are conscious about
the overall well-being of their family and want to live a robust and healthy lifestyle.

    Air purifiers is the first product being introduced under this brand. Powered by Puri
5 technology, a 5 stage filtration process in every model irrespective of the price band,
'moonbow' is an uniquely different product that the Indian consumer has not yet
experienced.

    The importance of 5 stage filtration lays in its ability to sieve away unsafe levels
of particulate matter in the air, also known as particle pollution or PM up to 2.5
micrometer in size. There are several sources of PM 2.5 size particles: dust, cooking,
automobile emissions, forest fires, agricultural burning to name a few, which impact our
breathing process, and their contribution is on the rise. This is where 'moonbow' air
purifiers with their inbuilt modern technology will make the difference.

    Speaking at the launch, Mr. Sandip Somany, Joint Managing Director, HSIL Ltd, said,
"We as a company are always on the lookout for growth opportunities in the market, which
can complement both our existing business as well as provide scope to venture into new
business categories, linked with homes and improving consumer lifestyle. Entering the air
purifier category, is based on market prospect, which is positive, driven by the
environmental situation and consumer demand to live smart and breathe fresh. As for the
decision on adding another brand to our brand portfolio, we felt the need to differentiate
within our product offerings as well, since 'moonbow' will focus on 2 new products related
to well-being and freshness. It is a very strategic assessment of the company's vision for
the future as we target 5% market share in the first year of operation. We are aiming to
be among the top two in 3 years," he added.

    'moonbow' air purifiers are being launched simultaneously on e-commerce (amazon) and
brick-n-mortar outlet (Croma). Three models are introduced priced at INR 34,990, INR
15,990 and 12,990 respectively. In the first phase of launch, 'moonbow' air purifiers will
be available in select Tier A cities that fall under bad AQI (Air Quality Index).

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

    About brand 'moonbow':  

    Launched in 2015 'moonbow' is a new brand from HSIL Limited. It is an umbrella brand
for the company's growing consumer business vertical. 

       
         
        Media Contact: 
        Manav Narula 
        manavnarula@hindware.co.in 
        +91-9810403351 
        Digital Head 
        HSIL 

     

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New iPhone App Warns for Avalanche Danger

DELFT, The Netherlands, December 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

    A new iphone app called "SNOPRO" tells the actual avalanche danger level of specific
descents.  

    The average number of avalanche casualties in the Alps remains stable above 100 per
year. The increased use of avalanche airbags and rescue beacons, and availability of
rescue helicopters has not lead to a sharp decline. This does not deter the 16 million
European off-piste skiers who enter dangerous avalanche terrain each year. They need to
ask themselves if snow stability is sufficient at the start of each descent.  Dutch
technology company Sping has launched an app in co-operation with mountain guides that
gives them the answer. 

    Avalanches start when snow layers have bonded insufficiently. A range of factors such
as wind, temperature, precipitation, slope angle and orientation influence bond strength
from day to day and even hour to hour. Hardened professionals find it difficult to assess
existing avalanche dangers, let alone the recreational skier.

    Alpine countries issue a detailed daily avalanche bulletin that should allow skiers to
judge which slopes to avoid - theoretically. In practice, many off-piste skiers do not
even read the avalanche bulletin. Those who do read it often find it difficult to
interpret. It requires interpretation of altitude, slope angle and compass data on the go,
also in bad visibility.

    SNOPRO projects avalanche danger ratings on ski maps in 5 colors that correspond with
the 5 danger levels that are common in avalanche bulletins. This allows users to
understand immediately how dangerous certain areas may be. In the field, users can point
their phone camera in any direction and SNOPRO will show avalanche danger levels in that
direction for the next kilometer. By comparing directions, powder hunters can choose the
safest line of descent. As such, SNOPRO makes complex but essential information easily
available to the greater public, increasing safety in the Alps.

    To enable SNOPRO, Sping has developed topographical maps of the entire Alps and has
calculated altitude, slope angle and direction of every descent. Avalanche bulletins are
"translated" daily and projected on these maps.

    SNOPRO has been developed by Sping in co-operation with mountain guides. The SNOPRO
app is now available to recreational and professional off-piste skiers, while the service
is to start as soon as Alpine countries have started issuing daily avalanche bulletins.
 SNOPRO is patent pending.

    An Android version will be developed shortly.

SNOPRO

CONTACT: info@snopro.eu +31-0887746464 Mark Prinsen

Think Silicon Launches NEMA|PICO The World Smallest, Most Ultra-Low Power and Cost Efficient 2D GPU at CES 2016 in Las Vegas

TORONTO and LAS VEGAS, December 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

    Innovative power saving methods extend battery life of wearable devices from three to
six days  

    CES 2016 (#CES2016)

    Think Silicon announced today the release and immediate availability of NEMA|p(PICO)
the world smallest (0.07mm2 die-area, two times smaller than the competition) and most
power efficient (0.05 mW leakage) 2D Graphics Processor Unit (GPU).  NEMA|p has a new
bottom up architecture, featuring a number of ultra low-power saving methods such as a
fixed rate, real time 4bpp/6bpp frame buffer compression/decompression (TSFBc), DAT
(Display Aware Technology), CAT (Context Aware Technology) and 25 MHz low frequency SoC
support helping to significantly lower power consumption. NEMA|p has been specifically
designed for area constrained wearable devices, embedded systems and IoT platforms where
power consumption and battery life is crucial and cost efficiency are critical factors
while still maintaining vibrant graphics and fluid 2D User Interface (UI) performance.

    The Think Silicon exhibit, hosted at the CES Sands Expo Level 1 Hall Booth# 81349,
will showcase the NEMA|PICO and NEMA|TINY, the world smallest multi-core 3D GPU, amongst
an array of innovations powered by the latest Think Silicon GPU technologies such as
"RAPID", an IoT GUI building tool, as well as a demonstration of the upcoming Vulkan(TM)
API.

    "Our customers asked for a very small, ultra-low power but still robust GPU,
supporting small and smart display applications," said Ulli Mueller, Vice President
Marketing of Think Silicon. "They told us their goal is to create compelling GUIs, without
breaking the bank. We listened and the result we designed is a sleek piece of technology
tailored for cost sensitive applications and markets." 

    The one-core GPU can be customized for small footprint devices and configured for
small displays up from 1.5" to 6.0" and XGA (1024x768) resolutions. NEMA|p supports SoCs
with a 32-bit MCU (e.g. ARM(R) Cortex(R)-M processors) and core frequencies that reach as
low as 25MHz (not limited).

    The very small silicon footprint of just 0.07mm2 (150 MHz in 28nm) with ultra-low
leakage power of just 0.05mW and memory power consumption of just 0.03mW (in DDR-less
systems) features a fully configurable and programmable 2D graphics rendering engine and
has innovative composition functionalities.

    The NEMA|p is available in Verilog HDL code, supports AMBA interfaces (AHB, AXI), and
embeds DMA controllers with command list for minimal CPU overhead. NEMA|p comes with
drivers for FreeRTOS, Linux OS, software libraries for graphics APIs such as DirectFB,
muGFX, QT, GTK+ and a bare metal C library for OS-less systems.

    Availability:

    The NEMA|p is available for licensing now. Contact sales@think-silicon.com for more
information.

    About Think Silicon: 

    Think Silicon  S.A. (TSi) is a privately held Limited Company founded in 2007, located
in Patras, Greece (HQ), Toronto, Canada (Business Development & Marketing office) and San
Jose, CA, USA (Sales office). The Think Silicon team specializes in developing high
performance graphics IP technology for ultra-low power and area limited IoT applications.

    "Vulkan and the Vulkan logo are trademarks of the Khronos Group Inc." 

Think Silicon  S.A.

CONTACT: Contact Think Silicon: Mr. Ulli Mueller, Vice President Marketing | +1 647.824.2006 | u.mueller@think-silicon.com

Huawei Launches Innovative Wi-Fi Solution to Deliver High-Quality Signal Coverage and Simplify Device Management

SHENZHEN, China, Dec. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Huawei, a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider, today launched an innovative Agile Distributed Wi-Fi solution. Adopting a revolutionary three-layer distributed architecture, the solution is designed to improve Wi-Fi signal coverage across many rooms and simplify the management of multiple network access points (APs) in enterprises such as hotels, hospitals, universities and warehouses.

"With greater demand for mobile connectivity, Huawei is helping enterprises increase the range, reliability and performance of their wireless network infrastructure to drive operational efficiency and enhance consumer engagement," said Jane Fu, Director of WLAN Product, Switch & Enterprise Communications Product Line, Huawei. "Leveraging an innovative architecture, Huawei's Agile Distributed Wi-Fi Solution helps enterprises solve Wi-Fi network capacity, coverage and performance challenges while simplifying network management without adding costs."

Over the past five years, the number of terminals connected to Wi-Fi networks has increased tenfold, with the amount of data traffic growing by four times. In particular, 70 percent of data traffic flow is now indoors. With traditional Wi-Fi solutions, weak signal coverage remains a challenge as AP signals attenuate when penetrating through walls resulting in coverage holes. To overcome this challenge, Huawei has transformed the traditional "AC (assess control) + Fit AP" architecture by adopting an architecture design that divides the "Fit AP" layer into two parts and establishes a three-layer distributed architecture -- "AC + Central AP + Remote Radio Units (RRUs)".

Under this new architecture, the central AP processes services, configurations, and roaming in a unified fashion, which helps improve network performance and reduces the number of management nodes. In addition, the distributed architecture deploys RRUs in rooms through cables, ensuring full coverage without coverage holes. This architecture increases user capacity per room from 32 to 80 users, and improves available bandwidth per user from 10 Mbps to 20 Mbps. Moreover, the RRUs are only responsible for user access and data forwarding. As such, the performance of the central AP is up to 20 percent higher than traditional settled APs.

Huawei's Agile Distributed Wi-Fi Solution enables a single AP to cover as many as 48 rooms, reducing the number of configuration nodes and the configuration workload by more than 90 percent. For example, using the solution to cover 10,000 rooms requires the configuration of only 200 nodes. The solution's innovative architecture also changes the roaming mode. Within the same central AP coverage area, an independent roaming domain can be created for each user to enable complete wireless connectivity.

For more information about Huawei Agile Distributed Wi-Fi Solution, visit: http://e.huawei.com/au/products/enterprise-networking/wlan/scenario-specific-series-products

About Huawei

Huawei is a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider. Driven by customer-centric innovation and open partnerships, Huawei has established an end-to-end ICT solutions portfolio that gives customers competitive advantages in telecom and enterprise networks, devices and cloud computing.

For more information, please visit Huawei online at http://www.huawei.com

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CONTACT: Kang Ran, +86-10-8282-9670, kangran@huawei.com

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LG Expands U.S. Audio Line With New Wireless Sound Bars, X-Boom Systems

New Products Bring Premium Listening Experience and Flexible Connectivity Options to LG's Audio Collection

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., Dec. 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics (LG) today announced plans to unveil its most advanced sound bars and audio systems at CES® 2016.

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Debuting next month at CES, the latest additions to the LG Music Flow smart audio system include three new sound bars (models SH8, SH7 and SH6) that greatly enhance the home theater viewing experience with their rich sound quality and responsive settings. LG will also introduce the company's newest X-Boom audio systems, which come complete with a range of exciting new features for any party or gathering.

"LG's Music Flow audio system offers users greater versatility than ever before thanks to advanced portability and connectivity options that support excellent audio quality any time or place," said Brian Kwon, President and CEO at LG's Home Entertainment Company. "The largest consumer electronics tradeshow in the world is the perfect platform for debuting our newest sound bars and X-Boom audio systems."

LG's new SH8, SH7 and SH6 sound bars provide consumers with a variety of features and connectivity options, offering them the freedom and flexibility to choose the audio system that suits their individual needs. Ideal for home theaters, the advanced SH8 and SH7 sound bars come with wireless subwoofers that provide rich bass response to compliment the speaker's audio output. The SH6 is comprised of six independent speaker drivers and employs innovative dual bass ports that highlight low frequency tones, allowing the SH6 to deliver powerful sound from its compact single-body speaker system without the need for a separate subwoofer. Each sound bar sports a sleek, slim design that blends seamlessly with almost any interior décor.

The three new 2016 LG sound bars offer a simple one button setup for pairing with additional Music Flow speakers via Wi-Fi, making the home cinema system incredibly easy to install. Furthermore, access to basic sound bar functions is available directly on LG TV remotes, making operation as straightforward as possible. The Bluetooth, Google Cast(TM) and Auto Music Play capabilities of the sound bars also boost connectivity potential by giving listeners a variety of content options from which to choose.

These Music Flow sound bars are equipped with support for both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, as well as what LG calls BT-Fi(TM), which automatically switches the connectivity method based on the content source, eliminating the need to manually switch connectivity methods if playing music from different content partners.

Also new in 2016 is the Adaptive Sound Control (ASC) feature, which automatically changes the sound settings to suit various content or media types, offering a premium audio experience.

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LG will also be unveiling three new X-Boom audio systems at CES 2016 -- two LG X-Boom solo models (OM7560 and OM5560) and the CM9960. LG's X-Boom audio systems are total entertainment solutions, providing both powerful sound and wireless connectivity for access to a wide range of content options. Both the OM7560 and OM5560 boast entire audio systems housed in a single unit within the speaker, giving them the ability to deliver intense audio output that is perfect for parties and other large gatherings.

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All three products feature the Sampler Creator feature that gives users the ability to record any sound on their smartphones and wirelessly beam it to the X-Boom system, which can then be added to the digital soundboard for DJs to select at the touch of a button. The unique Party Thruster lever allows users to create stunning multicolored light shows that sync perfectly with the system's audio output. The ornate display of flashing lights and high quality audio makes any party unforgettable.

LG's new 2016 Music Flow sound bar models and X-Boom audio systems are planned for introduction in the United States in the first half of 2016. All models will be on display in LG's booth (LVCC Central Hall, #8204) at CES 2016 from Jan. 6-9 in Las Vegas.

About LG Electronics Home Entertainment Company
The LG Electronics Home Entertainment Company is a global leader in television, audio video systems, monitors, personal computers, digital signage and commercial displays. The company opened a new era of innovation in the TV market, creating pioneering technologies like OLED TV and implementing an intuitive operating system to allow customers to experience the full benefits of smart TV technology. LG is committed to improving customers' lives with innovative home entertainment products led by its award-winning 4K OLED TVs, ULTRA HD TVs and webOS TVs. For more information, please visit http://www.LG.com.

About LG Electronics USA
LG Electronics USA, Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics, Inc., a $56 billion global force and technology leader in consumer electronics, home appliances and mobile communications. LG Electronics, a proud 2015 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year, sells a range of stylish and innovative home entertainment products, mobile phones, home appliances, commercial displays, air conditioning systems and solar energy solutions in the United States, all under LG's "Life's Good" marketing theme. http://www.lg.com.

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CONTACT: LG Electronics, Inc., Juah Kim, +822 3777 3981, juah.kim@lge.com, http://www.LGnewsroom.com; or LG Electronics USA, Taryn Brucia, 201 214 3302, taryn.brucia@lge.com

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Quantum Simplifies End-to-End Workflow Storage Management With New Version of StorNext Connect

Latest Advances Provide Greater Control, Enhanced Visibility and More Actionable Insight for Optimizing StorNext Environments

SAN JOSE, Calif., Dec. 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Quantum Corp. (NYSE: QTM) today announced the release of StorNext Connect 1.1, a significantly enhanced version of its easy-to-use management tool that simplifies the installation, discovery, administration and monitoring of StorNext(®) environments. StorNext Connect(TM) is the first product of its kind to integrate management and reporting into a multi-tier storage environment. Instead of having to work with separate monitoring and reporting tools unique to each distinct storage tier, StorNext Connect users can have a unified view of the entire multi-tier, end-to-end workflow storage environment, including disk, tape, object storage and cloud resources. Designed for Quantum StorNext-powered environments and built into the company's new Xcellis(TM) workflow storage systems, StorNext Connect enables users to deploy and configure new equipment and then monitor and manage multiple systems at the same time.

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StorNext Connect is equally capable of managing production and archive environments. For StorNext installations that utilize storage tiers (e.g., disk arrays, object storage and tape libraries), it provides a view of I/O performance along with real-time data, historical trends and archive media statistics across each tier. As an example, users can now monitor their storage resources to determine how much of their data is on disk, in a tape library, in the cloud or offline in a vault.

New StorNext Connect 1.1 features include:

    --  An intuitive graphical dashboard that instantly describes the current
        state of the entire StorNext environment, including information on all
        resources -- storage, CPU, memory and network interconnects.
    --  Simultaneous display of multiple performance metrics over the same
        period of time to help users pinpoint and troubleshoot performance
        bottlenecks.

    --  A self-guided interface for installation and configuration of Xcellis
        workflow storage systems.
    --  A step-by-step configurator for NAS setup and management.
    --  Support for monitoring and management of Quantum's Lattus(®) object
        storage, including real-time status and historical reporting.
In addition to giving administrators visibility and reporting regarding environments that contain StorNext appliances, StorNext Q-Series Storage and the latest StorNext clients, StorNext Connect also fully supports the new Xcellis Workflow Directors, Xcellis Q-Series Storage and Lattus object storage. StorNext Connect 1.1 is immediately available and is included in all new StorNext-powered systems free of charge.

Supporting Quote

Geoff Stedman, Senior Vice President, StorNext Solutions, Quantum
"As we continue to expand the functionality of workflow storage environments powered by StorNext, the need for more powerful unified management and monitoring tools also has grown. This new version of StorNext Connect provides the kind of centralized control and monitoring that enables users to quickly get the information they need to optimize their StorNext environment -- and thereby optimize their workflow."

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Additional Resources

    --  For more information on StorNext Connect:
        http://landing.quantum.com/StorNextConnectQDC.html
    --  Learn about StorNext storage solutions:
        http://www.quantum.com/products/scale-out-storage/index.aspx
    --  Read about Xcellis:
        http://www.quantum.com/products/scale-out-storage/xcellis/index.aspx
About Quantum
Quantum is a leading expert in scale-out storage, archive and data protection. The company's StorNext 5 platform powers modern high-performance workflows, enabling seamless, real-time collaboration and keeping content readily accessible for future use and re-monetization. More than 100,000 customers have trusted Quantum to address their most demanding content workflow needs, including large government agencies, broadcasters, research institutions and commercial enterprises. With Quantum, customers can Be Certain(TM) they have the end-to-end storage platform they need to manage assets from ingest through finishing and into delivery and long-term preservation. See how at http://www.quantum.com/stornext.

Quantum, the Quantum logo, Be Certain, Lattus, StorNext Connect, StorNext and Xcellis are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Quantum Corporation and its affiliates in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

"Safe Harbor" Statement: This press release contains "forward-looking" statements. All statements other than statements of historical fact are statements that could be deemed forward-looking statements. Specifically, but without limitation, statements relating to 1) benefits and value to customers from using Quantum's StorNext solutions, including StorNext Connect, and 2) customer demand for and Quantum's future revenue from such solutions, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Safe Harbor. All forward-looking statements in this press release are based on information available to Quantum on the date hereof. These statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause Quantum's actual results to differ materially from those implied by the forward-looking statements. More detailed information about these risk factors are set forth in Quantum's periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including, but not limited to, those risks and uncertainties listed in the section entitled "Risk Factors," in Quantum's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 6, 2015 and in Quantum's Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 12, 2015, especially those risks listed in this section under the headings "Our operating results depend on a limited number of products and on new product introductions, which may not be successful, in which case our business, financial condition and operating results may be materially and adversely affected." Quantum expressly disclaims any obligation to update or alter its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.

Public Relations Contact:

Joyce Cataldo

Wall Street Communications

+1 (732) 747-0646
joyce@wallstcom.com

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GammaTech Brings New 15.6" Rugged Notebook to Public Safety Professionals

Designed for Harsh, Demanding Applications, GammaTech's Rugged S15AB Is The Ideal Solution For Public Safety Sector

FREMONT, Calif., Dec. 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- GammaTech Computer Corp., a major international manufacturer of rugged notebook and tablet computers, brings its DURABOOK S15AB rugged notebook to public safety professionals. Featuring a generous 15.6" full high-definition LCD display, the S15AB comes with Intel's latest generation Broadwell U Series CPU, up to 16GB of memory and the popular built-in DURABOOK toughness. Designed to withstand the harshest environments, the DURABOOK S15AB is ideal for applications found in the public safety industry.

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"Built with Military Standards for drop, shock, spill and dust protection, the S15AB is designed for the difficult and demanding environments encountered by public safety professionals," said Tom Wang, GammaTech president.  "Whether at the office or in-vehicle to the field, the S15AB notebook offers power, performance and reliability to meet the needs of today's law enforcement officers."

Latest Generation of Intel® Power
The unit features Intel's latest 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.

Durable, Reliable and Secure
The DURABOOK S15AB rugged notebook is built to withstand large amounts of movement, jarring, and bumpy rides commonly experienced by law enforcement officials. The unit is tested to MIL-STD 810G for shock, drop and vibration resistance. Its C face - including keyboard, keypad, buttons, and indicators - offers spill protection. The unit also has a dust proof rating of IP-5X. With its magnesium alloy design, and military standards of drop, shock and spill resistance, the S15AB is designed to protect the system from mishaps that can occur at any time the unit is out on the job.

Privacy and confidentiality are important in the public safety sector. The S15AB offers a variety of security systems: TPM module data protection, a Kensington lock connector, and administrator and boot password control. It is also Computrace ready in case the unit is ever stolen.

Staying Connected
An assortment of wireless communications methods keeps S15AB users in touch with the world. These include the integrated giga Ethernet, Intel dual-band wireless AC 7265, and an optional integrated M2 module (Type 3042) for WWAN/GPS EM7355/EM7305 module.

Other Features

    --  Up to 16GB memory
    --  Ample HDD/SSD and ODD Storage
    --  Supports 2.5" 7mm or 9.5mm SATA3 HDD (500GB to approximately 1TB), or
        SSD (128GB to approximately 512GB)
    --  Optical disc drive or tray load Blu-ray drive writer with exclusive
        optical disk-tray lock that prevents unintentional tray eject from drop
        and vibration
    --  Compatible with following operating systems: Windows® 10 and Windows®
        7 64-bit
    --  High-definition audio
    --  Variety of I/O ports with dust covers: two each USB 2.0 and 3.0
        connectors, and one each head phone/MIC combo jack, RJ-45 jack for
        internal 10/100/1000 Ethernet, DC-in jack, 19-pin HDMI type A connector
        (resolution up to 4K), D-sub 9 pin RS-232 serial port, and 15-pin D-sub
        VGA port
    --  Lithium polymer battery pack with a battery life of 8.5 hours
    --  AC adapter
    --  Integrated handle on front for easy carrying
Availability
The GammaTech Durabook S15AB notebook has an MSRP of $1999.99. As with all GammaTech notebook and tablet computers, the unit is available through authorized resellers nationwide and at http://www.GammaTechUSA.com. All GammaTech computers may be customized to customer specifications.

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, please visit GammaTech at http://www.GammaTechUSA.com.

Media Contact:

Rita Lee

Copernio

Tel. 714-891-3660

GammaTech@copernio.com

All products/services and trademarks mentioned in this release are the properties of their respective companies.

©2015 GammaTech Computer Corporation. All rights reserved.

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When The Invisible Becomes Visible

French Company ENLAPS to Introduce TIKEE at International CES

User-Friendly, Plug-n-Play Time Lapse Photography Solution At Eureka Park and CES Unveiled

GRENOBLE, France, Dec. 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Have you ever wanted to capture the vivid motion images of the sun setting below the horizon, the magic of a flower expanding from bud to blossom or an arena filling with fans, all in a matter of seconds?  Time lapse production makes this dream a reality; and now, Enlaps introduces a novel way to create and share these images and videos at a professional level, all within the framework of an affordable budget.

An innovative startup from France, Enlaps makes photographic time lapses possible for the professional and novice alike. A 2015 nominee for the prestigious CES Innovation Award for Digital Imaging, Enlaps will introduce TIKEE at CES 2016 from Booth #80920 in the Sands Expo Center Hall G.  Enlaps will also exhibit at CES Unveiled, Monday night, January 4, 4:00 until 7:30 p.m. at the Mandalay Bay. TIKEE is a unique, complete, plug-and-play time-lapse solution, from initial photography to final product sharing over the web.  Thanks to the product's constantly recharging solar battery, TIKEE can remain in continuous - practically infinite - use; and thanks to the magic of cloud storage there are no memory card limitations in play.

Easy for users of all abilities and talent levels, TIKEE is coupled with a web-enabled software that automatically merges images from twin "fish eye" camera lenses, creating instant time-lapse videos that can be shared online. The cameras offer panoramic views at incredible angles of 230 degrees which enables Pan and Zoom as well as numerous incredible movie effects.

Thanks to its high efficiency monocrystalline solar panel and integrated power cells from advanced lithium chemistry, TIKEE is fully autonomous as it self-manage its energy. The integrated connectivity module allows TIKEE to send pictures that have been shot directly to a dedicated cloud storage server for photo editing, filtering, merging and processing into a high-quality professional-level time-lapse video. Capturing images for time-lapse video has never been so easy as the entire process is performed remotely including management of the camera settings through the web. To top it off, the weatherproof case (IP54, UV resistant) makes it possible to create quality results regardless of weather or environmental constraints.

TIKEE's launch coincides with Enlaps' Kickstarter program, with a target goal of $150,000.  The program launched today, Thursday, December 10, 2015 and will continue through the middle of January, 2016. Expected to hit the U.S. and European markets in September 2016, the public retail price is estimated at 600EUR; but large discounts and early product delivery will be available for crowd funders who support Enlaps' Kickstarter campaign.  Please visit http://kck.st/1XYnLJ9 to access Enlaps' Kickstarter program.

For additional information and a visual look at how TIKEE works, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZFNpgVn5Ibs

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Enlaps

CONTACT: Rachel Joubran, 703-973-5556, rjoubran@aboutbwf.com; Kerry Lynn Bohen, 703-533-4823, kbohen@aboutbwf.com

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Turbulent/NFB's VR experience, The Unknown Photographer, has US premiere at the 2016 Sundance Film Festival

MONTREAL, Dec. 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ - National Film Board of Canada (NFB) - The Unknown Photographer, created by Loic Suty from Turbulent and co-produced with the National Film Board of Canada (NFB), will make its US premiere in the New Frontier section at the 2016 Sundance Film Festival. The Sundance Film Festival takes place January 21 to 31 in Park City, Salt Lake City, Ogden and Sundance, Utah. The Festival is one of the world's premier places to debut new independent films, and over the course of its more than 30-year history has launched films including Whiplash, Boyhood, and Beasts of the Southern Wild, among many others. Created by Sundance Film Festival in 2007, New Frontier brings together fiction, non-fiction and hybrid projects to showcase transmedia storytelling, multi-media installations, performances and films.

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The Unknown Photographer is one of the first virtual reality (VR) works in the world to offer an immersive, 20-minute narrative and visual experience. This documentary/fiction hybrid takes viewers into the fragmented memories of a First World War photographer, giving new life to more than 260 long-lost images, as participants stroll through a vivid 3D dreamscape featuring otherworldly structures and allegorical characters. Inspired by a photo album discovered in an abandoned barn north of Montreal, The Unknown Photographer is a visceral, moving work that's both fascinating and unsettling, prompting reflection on the power of imagery and the ravages of war.

"Building this VR experience marked a significant turning point for us," said Claire Buffet, Turbulent producer. "We harnessed tremendous talent and all of us learned a lot about this new medium. We'll be making sure to turn what could be a mere trend into a meaningful and reliable expertise."

"At our Digital Studio in Montreal, we have a particular emphasis on collaborating with this city's dynamic interactive sector   as exemplified by our great co-producer on this project, Turbulent," said Louis-Richard Tremblay, NFB producer. "The NFB has been a pioneer in storytelling throughout its history, with cutting-edge film technologies and now, new interactive and immersive formats. VR is the natural next step for us, and we're excited to be back at New Frontier this year." 

In November 2015, The Unknown Photographer was showcased at both the Montreal International Documentary Festival (Rencontres internationales du documentaire de Montreal - RIDM) and IDFA 2015 DocLab in Amsterdam. For more information about The Unknown Photographer, visit http://unknownphotographer.nfb.ca/.

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About Turbulent

Founded in 2002, Turbulent creates, produces and distributes award-winning cross-platform and transmedia projects with an emphasis on content, community, and commerce. Turbulent specializes in media and entertainment, video games, and education, and its strengths lie in great creativity allied to combining the best ideas and contents with fail-proof technology. For more information on Turbulent's services and products, visit http://www.turbulent.ca.

About the NFB

The National Film Board of Canada (NFB) is one of the world's leading digital content hubs, creating groundbreaking interactive documentaries and animation, mobile content, installations and participatory experiences. Our VR projects are part of a body of more than 50 digital and interactive works that the NFB has created over 7 years   along with 20 upcoming NFB immersive experiences including interactive photo essays, interactive documentaries, animation, installations and live performances. NFB interactive productions and digital platforms have won 100 awards, including 11 Webbys. To access acclaimed NFB content, visit NFB.ca or download its apps for smartphones, tablets and connected TV.

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Cryogenic Spiral Freezers from Linde Push Productivity Higher

For par-baked goods, frozen pizzas, trayed foods, meat & poultry products...

MURRAY HILL and NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J., Dec. 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Cryogenic spiral freezing solutions from Linde LLC can process a range of foods at high volume in limited space to maximize plant productivity. The portfolio includes proprietary designs that can deliver throughput to 20,000 lbs. per hour or more.

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Linde cryogenic spiral freezers are ideal for:
Baking: Crust-freezing or fully freezing par-baked goods, artisan breads, rolls, breadsticks, cookies /cookie dough, and pastries.
Prepared Foods: Fully freezing pizzas, pizza toppings and dough products, trayed foods and ready meals.
Meat, Poultry and Seafood: Quick-freezing poultry products such as chicken breasts, tenders and wings; diced and sliced meat and poultry; freezing meat and poultry patties and meatballs; and freezing fish fillets and other seafood products.

The Linde portfolio encompasses the patented CRYOLINE® XF (cross-flow) spiral freezer, the Linde immersion spiral freezer, as well as standard box spiral freezers.

    --  The patented CRYOLINE XF spiral freezer, with a proprietary cross-flow
        pattern of cryogenic gas, delivers a rapid heat-transfer that will boost
        throughput and reduce operating costs vs. conventional cryogenic spiral
        freezers.
    --  The Linde immersion spiral freezer combines high-efficiency nitrogen
        utilization with high-volume spiral freezing throughput to 20,000 lbs.
        per hour and higher.
    --  Standard Linde box-spiral freezers provide high reliability, simple
        operation and easy maintenance. (Freezer models available with
        throughput to 15,000 lbs. per hour and higher.)
Pushing Productivity
Spiral freezers use a conveyor with a belt that travels in a vertical spiral, conserving floorspace and assuring efficient use of cryogen. Linde develops cryogenic spiral freezing solutions to meet plant requirements and line configuration that can quickly boost throughput, and provides on-site engineering support and maintenance programs to help maximize productivity as processing needs change.

For example, at Nation Pizza & Foods, LLC (Schaumburg, Illinois), Linde nitrogen spiral freezers have met production demands on a range of high-volume products for 10 years. Linde performs annual audits to monitor freezing processes and help ensure safe and efficient operation. To meet higher capacity demands within the existing facility for a premium national brand of frozen pizza, Linde collaborated with Nation to optimize the performance of the freezers for a lower cost per pound -- while maintaining quality.

Nation is one of the largest private-label frozen food manufacturers in the U.S. and, in addition to high-quality pizzas, its range includes toasted subs, panini, bruschetta, garlic toast and breakfast items. In the production process for the premium pizza brand, frozen specialty crusts are conveyed down the line and topped with refrigerated ingredients before they enter the Linde cryogenic spiral freezer.

Operating at colder than minus 100 degrees Fahrenheit, the Linde spiral freezer uses a direct spray of cryogenic nitrogen to ensure toppings are firmly frozen to the pizza and frost-free, before going out into final packaging. The hygienically designed spiral freezers feature a proprietary exhaust system that automatically ramps up or down with production to optimize nitrogen efficiency. After Linde optimized the freezer with Nation Pizza & Foods, production on the premium line was ramped up to achieve a substantial increase in volume in the same floorspace.

Linde offers a portfolio of hygienically-designed, state-of-the-art cryogenic freezers and chilling systems, attractive equipment rentals, and turnkey services. The Linde food team performs in-plant assessments and works with food processors to develop optimal solutions. For more information visit Linde (http://www.lindefood.com), or call: 800-755-9277.

Linde LLC supports the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) and the advancement of food safety. Linde has a Food Safety Management System in place for all bulk carbon dioxide (CO(2)) plants and air separation facilities supplying the food & beverage industry in North America. In June 2012, Linde became the first supplier to certify all of its CO(2) plants to a benchmarked GFSI scheme, FSSC 22000 (Food Safety System Certification).

Get our free white paper: High Efficiency Cryogenic Freezing for Food Processing or read our latest blog on 5 Ways to Boost your Food Freezing Capacity.

About Linde LLC in North America

Linde LLC is a member of The Linde Group. In the 2014 financial year, The Linde Group generated revenue of  USD 17.9 bn (EUR 17.047 bn), making it the largest gases and engineering company in the world with approximately 65,500 employees working in more than 100 countries worldwide. The strategy of The Linde Group is geared towards long-term profitable growth and focuses on the expansion of its international business with forward-looking products and services. Linde acts responsibly towards its shareholders, business partners, employees, society and the environment - in every one of its business areas, regions and locations across the globe. The company is committed to technologies and products that unite the goals of customer value and sustainable development.

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

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French Company to Introduce Home Security and Connectivity Devices

SAINT CHRISTOPE EN BRESSE, France, Dec. 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- IKILOCK, an innovative French startup company will unveil three new technology products at the International CES, which takes place in Las Vegas, January 6-9, 2016.

Exhibiting during ShowStoppers @ CES on Wednesday, January 6, they will introduce the namesake device, IKILOCK, as well as IKIPLUG, and IKICENTER. They have also just launched their updated website (http://www.ikilock.com) that describes and promotes each of their new products, all of which are designed to function as a simple, secure, and convenient way to manage home security and connectivity through the use of Bluetooth, WiFi, and mobile technology.

By connecting the devices to doors and locks, heating and cooling units, or lights, the device's smart phone enabled interface will allow users to view each access point and appliance remotely through the engagement of a simple mobile app.

Whether it's for family members, friends, or household contractors, these devices will easily allow registered guests immediate access to locked doors with a shared virtual key, while the user receives live status updates, informing parents, for example, when their children return home from school.  The devices are also integrated with a proximity reader, designed - through a pre-programmed command - to automatically open locked doors, turn on the lights, and adjust room temperature when the user comes within a pre-specified range.

"These devices solve dozens of household and home-related issues," says Sebastien Roux, co-founder of IKILOCK.  "If you want to unlock your door for guests when you are stuck in traffic; if you are arriving home with hands full of groceries and don't want to fumble with keys; if you're having a package delivered while you're away or expecting a household contractor; these products provide an easy, secure solution to all these situations, and more."

IKILOCK allows for the creation of an unlimited number of virtual keys and assigns times for accessibility, and it works in combination with the other devices from any location in the world while providing live updates and notifications of its current status. There are several modes to grant access, including hands-free proximity with Bluetooth, administered remotely through WiFi, in addition to traditional metal keys.  The IKIPLUG is a remote switch that allows users to control household appliances running on a current such as the door of an apartment building, garage doors, and a thermostat or lights, and the IKICENTER is essentially the gateway between the other two devices and the web server to provide remote management.

Now entering the final stage of development and implementation, IKILOCK will showcase fully functioning prototypes of all three devices in time for ShowStoppers @ CES.  Company spokespersons and staff will demonstrate the products' innovation, ease of use, and security benefits.  The IKILOCK, IKIPLUG, and IKICENTER will soon be available for website pre-orders and they are all expected to hit both the North American and European markets during third quarter of 2016.

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IKILOCK

CONTACT: Kerry Lynn Bohen, 703-533-4823, kbohen@aboutbwf.com

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

New Android Tablets Make the Holidays Special Yet Affordable for Families

With An Array of Entertainment Features, Android-Powered Nextbook Tablets Make the Perfect Gift This Holiday Season

WEST COVINA, Calif., Dec. 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- The holidays is a time of celebration, warm memories and giving.  For many, the season is also a time to relax and enjoy the company of friends and families, while others are trying to beat the stress of holiday gift giving.  Don't get stuck last minute shopping this holiday, turn every occasion into one worth celebrating with E FUN's lineup of Nextbook Android tablets.

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Larger than a smartphone yet smaller than a computer, tablets are among one of the most sought after gadgets by holiday season shoppers, but with so many options picking the right one can be tricky.  Nextbook makes it easy this holiday season with four Android models sure to meet the needs of every type of user. From watching videos to playing games, they have everything you want and expect from a portable device, and then some. 

Each Nextbook Android tablet comes with a quad-core Intel Atom-based processor that lets users surf the web, play games and stream videos smoother and faster than ever. High-resolution IPS displays ranging from 8" to 11.6" mean that users can watch movies, TV shows and other videos all in HD. Playing games is better too, with 3-axis G-sensor support, which provides exceptional in-game control that will keep gamers of all ages coming back for more. For the ultimate experience, these great features can be enjoyed on the big screen with the tablet's built-in micro HDMI port, allowing users to mirror the device directly onto any compatible TV.

Preloaded with many free apps such as VUDU Movies and TV, Barnes and Noble NOOK, and the Google Play Store one finger tap away, these Android-powered Nextbook tablets have everything you need to stay entertained. And with access to Verizon's largest and most reliable 4G LTE network, the fun doesn't stop just because you leave the house*.

No matter what your preference in screen size, connectivity, and 2-in-1 or tablet, there is a model just for you.  The following Nextbook Ares tablets with Android are available: the 11.6" 2-in-1 Ares 11; the 10.1" 2-in-1 Ares 10L with 4G LTE; the 8" Ares 8L with 4G LTE; and the 8" Ares 8.

For current pricing and retailer availability, please visit http://www.nextbookusa.com.

*Select models only

About E FUN
E FUN, a designer and marketer of mobile lifestyle products, entered the North American market in late 2010. Since then, E FUN has grown to be one of the leading tablet brands at retail, achieving top five market share by volume. Its ongoing product innovation and partnerships set E FUN apart from competitors and provide customers with unique out of the box experiences. Its product offerings include the Ares line of Android tablets and Flexx line of Windows tablets. E FUN is headquartered in West Covina, California.

For additional information regarding E FUN's Nextbook tablets, visit http://www.nextbookusa.com.

PR Contact:
Nicole Fait
Copernio
(714) 891-3660
efun@copernio.com

All products/services and trademarks mentioned in this release are the properties of their respective companies.

© 2015 E FUN. All rights reserved.

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Ramos Signs Strategic Cooperation Agreement with Toyota

- New cooperation demonstrates Ramos' trusted capabilities

SHENZHEN, China, Dec. 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Ramos, an emerging and engaged brand in the Chinese mobile phone market, is becoming more and more a topic of discussion among industry watchers and consumers with each new product launch. MOS1 max, the company's second smartphone, has remained highly popular since the launch at the end of this October, largely due to the large screen and the power efficiency.

Soon after the release of the R9, Ramos' first fingerprint identification-enabled mobile phone, several websites wrote articles about the product's unique features. Recently, Ramos entered into a strategic cooperation agreement to develop and manufacture tablets for Japan's Toyota. The new cooperation with Toyota, a firm long known for its adherence to high quality standards, demonstrated Ramos' compliance with the demanding standards in development and quality control.   

Under the terms of the agreement, Ramos will develop customized software and hardware used in tablets that meet Toyota's requirements as well as be in charge of the production and quality control. Japan, a well-established leader in the global electronics market, is known for its key technologies used in the manufacturing of electronic products and strict requirements in quality. As one of the world's largest carmakers, Toyota has always focused on high standards and quality, in much the same way as all leading Japanese companies. The cooperation with Toyota showcased Ramos' highly-recognized technologies and quality.

To ensure the success of the partnership, one that is highly valued both by Ramos and Toyota, the management and members of the Toyota project team made several trips to Ramos headquarters in Shenzhen, a city that is known as China's Silicon Valley. In addition, Ramos' sales and technical teams also visited Japan several times to discuss the cooperation and the specific terms of the agreement with Toyota.

This in-depth partnership is not a random event. Ramos has been recognized by a number of internationally reputed brands, including Microsoft and Intel, for its philosophy of seeking excellence in quality and user experience. In 2012, the company launched the first tablet using the Intel processor, becoming Intel's first global tablet partner. Ramos has since unveiled the series Intel core-based tablets which feature high performance, low power consumption and dual systems, fundamentally changing the traditional way of using a tablet and providing a new experience for users. In particular, thanks to the support of its partners, including Intel and Microsoft, Ramos' i Series Intel intelligent tablets are available in over 50 countries and regions around the world and have been highly acclaimed among users.

Ramos has rolled out two smartphones since its entry into the mobile phone market in July, 2015, becoming one of the fastest growing cell phone brands in China on the back of its extensive experience in technologies as well as the attractiveness of design, length of battery life, improved user experience and dedication to quality control. After a thorough inspection of Ramos' production facilities and authentication of the processes deployed by Ramos during the manufacturing process, Toyota became convinced of the Chinese company's capabilities in research and development as well as in quality control and of the firm's growth potential, further facilitating the strategic cooperation. 

Thanks to their continuous investment in research and development in smart terminal technologies over the past few years, Chinese IT companies have been able to compete with international brands when it comes to product design and process. Chinese mobile phone vendors, for example, have not only exceeded international brands in the domestic market in terms of market share but also delivered strong performance in many markets outside of China.

Toyota's decision to partner with Ramos has demonstrated the international brand's recognition of the Chinese company's R&D and quality control capabilities. Ramos looks to utilize Toyota's advanced technologies and wide experience in production and management through collaboration with the world-reputed Japanese partner.

Facebook Page: Ramos Digital Technology
Twitter: @RamosTech
Tel: +86-755-3333-8983
Email: sales@ramos.com.cn

SOURCE  Shenzhen Ramos Digital Technology Co., Ltd.

Shenzhen Ramos Digital Technology Co., Ltd.

SPYR's Third Game, Rune Guardian, Now Available in Google Play Store and Apple App Store

DENVER, Dec. 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- SPYR, INC. (OTCQB: SPYR), a holding company with wholly owned subsidiaries in the digital publishing and advertising industry, mobile game and app development industry, and the food service industry, today announced that Rune Guardian, the third game developed by SPYR's wholly owned subsidiary, SPYR APPS, LLC, is now available for download for both Android and Apple devices through the Google Play and Apple App stores.

    Download
     here:   https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.spyrapps.runeguardian

             https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/rune-guardian/id1014704409?mt=8

Rune Guardian is a free-to-play puzzle game in which the player must manipulate a rune through a puzzle board into its goal.  The game includes switches that must be pushed, bridges that must be crossed, runes that can be separated to take two different paths before being recombined and other intriguing obstacles that must be conquered in order to succeed.  The distinguishing features of Rune Guardian are its beautiful graphics, soothing sound design and challenging game play.

Rune Guardian currently has a rating of over 4 out of 5 stars in the Google Play store, with players commenting that the game is "excellent" and "good fun." 

James R. Thompson, CEO of SPYR, INC. States, "With the launch of Rune Guardian for both Android and Apple devices, we are continuing to work toward our goal of having a solid suite of mobile games under the SPYR brand, including SPYR APPS, LLC's original IP and games co-published with other developers."

About SPYR
SPYR, INC. is a holding company that through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Franklin Networks, Inc., is engaged in digital publishing and advertising operations, and through its wholly-owned subsidiary SPYR APPS, LLC, is engaged in mobile application and game development.  SPYR, INC. also owns and operates an "American Diner" theme restaurant located in the Philadelphia International Airport in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania called "Eat at Joe's(®)" through its other wholly-owned subsidiary, E.A.J.: PHL Airport Inc.  The Company is currently exploring opportunities for additional acquisitions in these and other verticals, including mobile application and game development, in order to expand its holdings, to drive and increase revenue and to generate profits and build value for shareholders.

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Investor Relations Contact:
Marlin Molinaro
Marmel Communications, LLC
(702) 434-8692
mmolinarofc@aol.com

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C.F. Martin & Co. Proudly Introduces Aura® VT Enhance(TM) And Matrix VT Enhance(TM) Acoustic Amplification By Fishman®

Innovative Pickup and Preamp System Features Fishman's Most Advanced Technology with Aura Acoustic Imaging

NAZARETH, Pa., Dec. 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- C.F. Martin & Co. will exclusively debut a new pickup and preamp system in 2016, the Aura® VT Enhance(TM) acoustic amplification by Fishman®, which offers the most advanced technology, Aura Acoustic Imaging, to preserve the unique and pristine acoustic tone of each instrument with studio microphone quality. In addition, the new streamlined Matrix VT Enhance(TM) will be offered on select models.

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Both the Aura VT Enhance with Acoustic Imaging and the Matrix VT Enhance feature a new bridge plate mounted transducer to add dimension, resonance and body to the tone of the guitar.

"C.F. Martin & Co. has been making the finest acoustic guitars and providing the best equipment to accompany them for 182 years," said CEO and Chairman Chris Martin IV.  "The new Aura VT Enhance and Matrix VT Enhance acoustic amplification by Fishman are prime examples of our dedication to making a Martin guitar sound like a Martin guitar when amplified."

The systems are unobtrusive with no control holes cut into the side of the guitar and also easy to use with Volume, Tone and Enhance Blend controls mounted inside the soundhole. The resulting quality meets the Martin standard of excellence with an unmatched responsiveness to touch and playing.

Fishman's new Enhance Transducer is designed to capture the longitudinal energy of the guitar top while resisting the transverse energy that manifests in string squeak, body handling noise, and parasitic feedback. These characteristics are added to the unparalleled audio performance of the Aura VT Enhance with Acoustic Imaging and Matrix VT Enhance acoustic amplification by Fishman.

Available exclusively on the Martin guitars listed below beginning in 2016, Aura VT Enhance and Matrix VT Enhance acoustic amplification by Fishman offers an Aura Image specifically made for each model.

New Aura VT Enhance acoustic amplification by Fishman with Acoustic Imaging will be available on the following 2016 models:

    --  New Standard Series (18, 28, 35)
    --  Select Custom Shop models
New Matrix VT Enhance acoustic amplification by Fishman will be available on the following 2016 models:

    --  15 Series
    --  16 Series (Available 2016 Summer)
Visit your local Authorized Martin Dealer, plug in and slide into another dimension. https://www.martinguitar.com/find-a-dealer/us-dealers.html

Download the Aura VT Enhance and Matrix VT Enhance Acoustic amplification by Fishman PDF here: http://www.martinguitar.com/VTEnhance

About Martin Guitar & Strings
C. F. Martin & Co. (http://www.martinguitar.com) has been creating the finest instruments in the world for 182 years.  It continues to innovate, introducing techniques and features that have become industry standards, including X-bracing, the 14-fret guitar and the "Dreadnought" size. One of the world's leading acoustic instrument makers, Martin guitars are hand-made by skilled craftsmen and women, who use a combination of new design and techniques, along with those introduced by the company founder.

The company is also known for producing high-quality, popular acoustic guitar strings.  These include the successful Martin SP® LIFESPAN(TM) the fastest-growing treated string in the industry, the exciting new Retro Strings line played and loved by Tony Rice and Laurence Juber and the Martin SP line, which uses an industry leading core wire to hold tunings better.

Martin guitars and Martin strings are the instruments and strings of choice for musicians around the world, from the icons of rock, pop, country, folk and bluegrass to those just beginning their careers.  They can be seen across all segments of pop culture, from television to movies, Broadway, books, online, and gracing the covers of popular magazines on newsstands everywhere. Connect with Martin and Martin Strings on Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, YouTube and via  and http://www.martinstrings.com.

* Fishman, Aura, and Enhance are trademarks, registered trademarks, or tradenames of FISHMAN TRANSDUCERS. All rights reserved. Used with permission.

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CONTACT: Aliza Rabinoff, DKC for Martin Guitar, 212-981-5157, aliza_rabinoff@dkcnews.com; Amani Duncan, Vice President Brand Marketing, C. F. Martin & Co., 610-759-2837, aduncan@martinguitar.com

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Ringwill Releases the World's First Flowchart Programming Electronic Development Platform

SHANGHAI, Dec. 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Targeting electronic developers with a non-technical background, Ringwill Inc. has released its first product Wikit - the world's first flowchart programming electronic development platform based on visual IDE. It is intended to allow students, inventors, hobbyists and artists to make interactive projects without technical barriers.

"The debut of Wikit will transform the traditional electronic programming method. The key feature of Wikit is that it applies flowcharts to programming, which enables people who don't have technical background the ability to engage in creative thinking," said Jie Fu, co-founder of Ringwill.

Wikit is a tiny computer that users can program to process inputs and outputs going to and from the chip. A Wikit toolkit includes a USB powered Wikit board, consisting of a Lattice FPGA, flash, a crystal or oscillator and a linear voltage regulator as well as the Wikit IDE (Integrated Development Environment), a free software and app.

The Wikit IDE provides an interactive interface for users to program in flowchart form language that the Wikit understands as easy as drag and drop. Instructions can be downloaded to the Wikit board through Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, then the Wikit board will carry out these instructions and interact with the outside world.

"The innovative flowchart programming provided by Wikit allows makers from various fields to participate in electronic design, liberate their creativity and experience the joy of inventing," commented David Li, founder and CEO of Ardublock and Shanghai XINCHEJIAN fab-lab, as one of the first users of Wikit.

The Wikit board offers great expandability by exposing its FPGA's I/O pins to enable users to connect those pins to other circuits or to sensors. A short list of supported circuits and sensors includes but is not limited to wireless buttons, wireless light sensors, touch buttons, moisture sensors,  PIR motion sensors,  RBG LEDs and noise sensors. Other functionalities of the Wikit board include 16 digital GPIOs, four 12 bit ADC channels running under a 200 KHz clock, 10+ GND and VCC pins, 5V-3.3V compatible IOS, built-in Bluetooth and WiFi, wireless programming and debugging, and 200 MHz execution speed. 

The Wikit IDE supports a drag and drop programming style that help users avoid the burden of learning various programming languages. It also provides more than 20 examples to help users from beginner to expert level and offers built-in IO drivers to support I2C, CAN, SPI, UART, GPIO, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

With the help of detailed hardware connection guidance and self-testing function, users can get rid of any hardware trouble before programming, which greatly shortens development time and reduces debugging difficulty. The first version of Wikit IDE  for iPad will be available on the App Store in near future.

The flowchart programming methodology lowers technical requirement for developers, therefore users without programming knowledge can be able to build a quick prototype on Wikit.

"Wikit is easy-to-use, modular and allows even non-technical people to understand and build hardware prototypes. It is also a vital tool for hardware startups that want to build and test quickly as speed is essential in the dynamic and competitive space of consumer electronics," explained Ran Ma, founder and CEO of SIREN CARE.

Students in Shenzhen Open Innovation Lab and startups from Shanghai lab fab are incorporating Wikit as prototyping tool to create innovative solutions and test ideas. Wikit will launch user survey on Thunderclap as well as crowdfunding in near future.

About Ringwill

Established in 2015, Ringwill is a design house for start-ups and offers rapid prototyping solutions as well as mass production service. The company is currently based in Shanghai.

For more information, please visit http://www.wikit.co or http://ringwill.com or follow Ringwill on Facebook or Twitter.

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Ringwill

CONTACT: Jie Fu, +18621116606, jiefu@ringwill.com

Web Site: http://ringwill.com

Scientific Games Announces Regulatory Approval for New TwinStar Cabinet and Two New Games

Transformative New Platform Delivers Both WMS and Bally Content

Shipping Begins to Customers in Multiple Jurisdictions, Additional Approvals Expected in Weeks Ahead

LAS VEGAS, Dec. 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Scientific Games Corporation (NASDAQ: SGMS) ("Scientific Games" or "the Company") today announced gaming regulators have approved the new TwinStar dual-screen cabinet, a radical first in slot gaming - a stunning, single platform capable of delivering both WMS and Bally games with maximum results. The new cabinet is the first to incorporate the Company's next-generation ArgOs operating system providing enhanced game characteristics and play features, and will launch with new versions of some of the Company's most popular game titles, Goldfish Deluxe and Quick Shot Dwanwu.

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The TwinStar cabinet, the ArgOS operating system and these two new game themes are approved in multiple jurisdictions, including California, Connecticut, Florida, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Oklahoma, Minnesota, Wisconsin and New York. Additional approvals are anticipated in the coming weeks.

Gavin Isaacs, President and CEO, said, "The TwinStar cabinet is a major achievement in our integration strategy, involving the collaboration of our hardware, operating systems, game development, quality assurance and many other support teams around the globe. I am delighted that the initial production of our TwinStar units is sold out for this quarter, with expected shipments to occur in the final weeks of December. With Twinstar and Dualos now approved, we have two innovative dual-screen video cabinets for our customers around the world."

The TwinStar for-sale cabinet features dual, vivid, 24-inch full HD displays and debuts the ArgOS state-of-the-art operating system that combines the best technology and content from two of the industry's strongest slot brands--Bally and WMS--giving casino operators the ability to adapt it for their players. Scientific Games' innovators have also developed exclusive new game titles for TwinStar to take advantage of the processing power of this trailblazing platform. Game themes will include player-favorite Bally and WMS brands such as Gold Fish Deluxe, Quick Hit, Quick Shot Dwanwu and Zeus, along with exciting new games Steam Dream and Hot Blooded.

"The approval of this cabinet heralds the next great evolution in casino gaming. No detail has been overlooked in creating this state-of-the-art platform," said Scientific Games' Senior Vice President & Chief Design Officer Allon Englman. Mr. Isaacs added. "TwinStar will give casinos a great deal of flexibility in choosing the very best content from two innovative and proven gaming brands to excite players and optimize the potential of their casino floor."

Featuring Scientific Games' new CPU 4X which offers 90 percent better processing power and unlocks a new level of gameplay and mathematical experiences, TwinStar builds on the award-winning iDeck button deck by offering a 40-percent larger area for player interaction. TwinStar's 22-inch full HD digital topper is offered in two distinctive styles. Both versions include chrome details, improved sound, and edge lighting, adding beauty and excitement to casino floors.

Englman notes that WMS and Bally brand content will preserve many of the features that players love, including Quick Hits symbol-driven multiple progressives and Goldfish's low volatility-high frequency hits.

About Scientific Games
Scientific Games Corporation (NASDAQ: SGMS) is a leading developer of technology-based products and services and associated content for worldwide gaming, lottery and interactive markets. The Company's portfolio includes gaming machines, game content and systems; table games products and utilities; instant and draw-based lottery games; server-based lottery and gaming systems; sports betting technology; loyalty and rewards programs; and interactive content and services. For more information, please visit http://www.scientificgames.com.

WMS, Bally, TwinStar iDeck,Gold Fish, Quick Hit, Quick Shot, Steam Dream, and Hot Blooded are marks owned by, or under license to or from, Scientific Games or one or more of its wholly owned subsidiaries in the United States or elsewhere. © 2015 Scientific Games. All rights reserved.

Company Contacts
Investor Relations:
Scientific Games:  Bill Pfund +1 702-532-7663
Vice President, Investor Relations
bill.pfund@scientificgames.com

Media Relations:
Scientific Games:  Mollie Cole +1 773-961-1194
Director, Corporate Communications
mollie.cole@scientificgames.com

Scientific Games: Mike Trask +1 702-532-7451
Senior Manager, Gaming Marketing
mike.trask@scientificgames.com

Forward-Looking Statements
In this press release, Scientific Games may make "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements describe future expectations, plans, results or strategies and can often be identified by the use of terminology such as "may," "will," "estimate," "intend," "plan," "continue," "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "target," "should," "could," "potential," "opportunity," "goal," or similar terminology. These statements are based upon management's current expectations, assumptions and estimates and are not guarantees of timing, future results or performance. Actual results may differ materially from those contemplated in these statements due to a variety of risks and uncertainties and other factors, including, among other things: competition; U.S. and international economic and industry conditions, including declines in or slow growth of gross gaming revenues or lottery retail sales, reductions in or constraints on capital spending by gaming or lottery operators and bankruptcies of, or credit risk relating to, customers; limited growth from new gaming jurisdictions, slow addition of casinos in existing jurisdictions and declines in the replacement cycle of existing gaming machines; ownership changes and consolidation in the casino industry; opposition to legalized gaming or the expansion thereof; inability to adapt to, and offer products that keep pace with, evolving technology; inability to develop successful gaming concepts and content; laws and government regulations, including those relating to gaming licenses and environmental laws; inability to identify and capitalize on trends and changes in the gaming and lottery industries, including the expansion of interactive gaming; dependence upon key providers in our social gaming business; inability to retain or renew, or unfavorable revisions of, existing contracts, and the inability to enter into new contracts; level of our indebtedness, higher interest rates, availability or adequacy of cash flows and liquidity to satisfy obligations or future cash needs, and restrictions and covenants in our debt agreements; protection of our intellectual property, inability to license third party intellectual property, and the intellectual property rights of others; security and integrity of our software and systems and reliance on or failures in our information technology systems; natural events that disrupt our operations or those of our customers, suppliers or regulators; inability to benefit from, and risks associated with, strategic equity investments and relationships, including (i) the inability of our joint venture  to realize the anticipated benefits under its private management agreement with the Illinois lottery or from the disentanglement services performed in connection with the termination thereof, (ii) the inability of our joint venture to meet the net income targets or other requirements under its agreement to provide marketing and sales services to the New Jersey Lottery or otherwise to realize the anticipated benefits under such agreement and (iii) failure to realize the anticipated benefits related to the award to our consortium of an instant lottery game concession in Greece; failure to achieve the intended benefits of the Bally acquisition or the WMS acquisition, other recent acquisitions, or future acquisitions, including due to the inability to successfully integrate such acquisitions or realize synergies in the anticipated amounts or within the contemplated time frames or cost expectations, or at all; disruption of our current plans and operations in connection with our recent acquisitions (including in connection with the integration of Bally and WMS), including departure of key personnel or inability to recruit additional qualified personnel or maintain relationships with customers, suppliers or other third parties; costs, charges and expenses relating to the Bally acquisition and the WMS acquisition; inability to complete or successfully integrate future acquisitions; incurrence of employee termination or restructuring costs, and impairment or asset write-down charges; changes in estimates or judgments related to our impairment analysis of goodwill or other intangible assets; implementation of complex revenue recognition standards; fluctuations in our results due to seasonality and other factors; dependence on suppliers and manufacturers; risks relating to foreign operations, including fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates and restrictions on the payment of dividends from earnings, restrictions on the import of products and financial instability, including the potential impact to our instant lottery game concession or VLT lease arrangements resulting from the recent economic and political conditions in Greece; dependence on our key employees; litigation and other liabilities relating to our business, including litigation and liabilities relating to our contracts and licenses, our products and systems, our employees, intellectual property and our strategic relationships; influence of certain stockholders; and stock price volatility.

Additional information regarding risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated in forward-looking statements is included from time to time in our filings with the SEC, including Scientific Games' current reports on Form 8-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q and its latest annual report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC on March 17, 2015 (including under the headings "Forward Looking Statements" and "Risk Factors"). Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made and, except for Scientific Games' ongoing obligations under the U.S. federal securities laws, Scientific Games undertakes no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

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TI introduces the industry's highest-performance audio operational amplifier

Lowest distortion and noise, high linear output current, and low power push the boundaries for professional and portable audio

DALLAS, Dec. 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Texas Instruments (TI) (NYSE: TXN) today introduced an audio operational amplifier (op amp) that sets the latest standard in audio performance. The OPA1622 is the newest addition to the company's Burr-Brown(TM) Audio line and is the next generation of the widely adopted OPA1612. The new OPA1622 delivers high output power of up to 150 mW and extremely low distortion of -135 dB at 10 mW, enabling the highest performance for professional audio equipment.  The OPA1622's small size, low power consumption and low distortion can deliver high-fidelity audio in portable devices such as headphone amplifiers, smartphones, tablets and USB audio digital-to-analog converters (DACs). TI will demonstrate the OPA1622 at CES 2016. For more information, see http://www.ti.com/opa1622-pr.

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Key features and benefits of the OPA1622 op amp

    --  Pushes the boundaries of audio quality: Headphone amplifier designers
        can take advantage of its low total harmonic distortion (THD) of -135 dB
        at 10-mW output power into a 32-  load - 12 times better than the
        nearest competitor. It also delivers maximum output power of up to 150
        mW before clipping while maintaining the lowest THD and noise (THD+N),
        providing a clean signal path for professional audio applications.
    --  Optimized for high-fidelity portable audio devices: Consumes low
        quiescent current of 2.6-mA per channel and delivers high linear output
        current of 80 mA(RMS) in a small, 3-mm-by-3-mm dual flat no-lead (DFN)
        package. Additionally, the increased power-supply rejection ratio (PSRR)
        of -97/-123 dB at 20 kHz enables low distortion from switching power
        supplies with no low-dropout regulator (LDO), saving board space without
        compromising audio performance.
    --  Unique pinout simplifies design and improves distortion performance: The
        OPA1622's ground-referenced enable pin is directly controllable from the
        low-power processor's general-purpose input/output (GPIO) pins without
        level-shifting circuits. Its innovative pinout improves printed circuit
        board (PCB) layout and enables exceptional distortion performance at
        high output power.
    --  Eliminates audible clicks and pops: A unique enable-circuitry design
        limits output transients when the OPA1622 is transitioning into or out
        of shutdown mode.
Tools and support to ease design 
A TINA-TI((TM)) SPICE macromodel is available for the OPA1622 to help designers verify board-level signal-integrity requirements. A TI Designs - Precision reference design for voltage-output audio DACs will be available in 1Q16 to speed time to market for OPA1622-based headphone amplifier designs.

Technical support for the OPA1622 is available in the TI E2E(TM) Community Precision Amplifiers forum, where engineers can search for solutions, get help, share knowledge and solve problems with fellow engineers and TI experts.

Additionally, engineers can deepen their audio expertise with TI Precision Labs - Op Amps, TI's on-demand training series that covers a wide variety of topics, including low-distortion design and noise. The videos use a real-world circuit to teach designers how to achieve overall system-performance goals.

Package, availability and pricing 
The OPA1622 is available today in a 3-mm-by-3-mm DFN package for US$2.90 in 1,000-unit quantities.

Recommended companion devices 
To create a high-performance audio signal path, system designers can combine the OPA1622 with TI's PCM1794A Burr-Brown Audio stereo digital-to-analog converter (DAC). Other companion devices include TI's TPS65133 and TPS65132 split-rail converters, which supply power in portable audio applications.

Hear the difference at CES 2016 
CES 2016 attendees will be able to hear the audio quality provided by the OPA1622 in TI's high-fidelity headphone amplifier comparison demonstration, which enables listeners to select from a variety of amplifier options. The demonstration will be featured in the TI Village, located in rooms N115-N120 at the Las Vegas Convention Center's North Hall.

Learn more about TI's precision amplifiers:

    --  Learn more about TI's precision amplifier portfolio and find technical
        resources.
    --  Download the "Analog Engineer's Pocket Reference" for frequently used
        system- and board-level design formulas (myTI login required).
    --  View TI's entire audio portfolio with the audio selection tool.
About Texas Instruments 
Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) is a global semiconductor design and manufacturing company that develops analog integrated circuits and embedded processors. By employing the world's brightest minds, TI creates innovations that shape the future of technology. TI is helping more than 100,000 customers transform the future, today. Learn more at http://www.ti.com.

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Burr-Brown, TI E2E and TINA-TI are trademarks of Texas Instruments. All other trademarks and registered trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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Marvell Introduces 100GbE Gearbox with MLG Support

Marvell expands its Alaska C family of 100GbE transceivers with Gearbox with CR4 cable and KR4 backplane drive capabilities

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Dec. 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Marvell (NASDAQ: MRVL) -- a worldwide leader in providing complete silicon solutions from storage to Internet of Things (IoT), cloud infrastructure, digital entertainment, in-home content delivery and Kinoma® software enabling the "Smart Life and Smart Lifestyle"-- today introduced the Marvell Alaska® C 88X5111, a fully integrated, 100 Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) Gearbox with Multilink Gearbox (MLG) functionality. The device enables 100 Gigabits per second (Gbps) full duplex transmission and performs all physical layer functions required for a variety of media, including single mode and multimode optical modules, copper backplanes, and passive and active copper direct attach cables. The 88X5111 line interface is fully compliant with IEEE 802.3BJ and supports the Reed Solomon Forward Error Correction (RS-FEC) function required for 100G-CR4, 100G-KR4 and 100G-SR4 operation, as well as auto-negotiation and coefficient training protocol required by IEEE 802.3 standards. The 88X5111 currently is sampling to Marvell's global customers and will be sold as a standalone PHY, as well as with Marvell switches.

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"The 88X5111 further exemplifies Marvell's commitment to delivering a robust portfolio of solutions for next generation data centers and enterprise networks with comprehensive features, increased integration, and reduced power consumption," said Michael Zimmerman, Vice President and General Manager, Connectivity, Storage and Infrastructure (CSI) Business Unit at Marvell. "As the latest addition to our Alaska C family, the 88X5111 is unique in its support for all 100GbE media types - 100G-LR4 and SR4 optics, 100G-KR4 backplanes, and 100G-CR4 passive copper cables, giving flexibility in deployment that is critical to the end user. In addition, the Multilink Gearbox functionality integrated into the 88X5111 enables next generation switch ASICs with 25G/s I/Os to support 10GbE and 40GbE ports in a power- and cost-efficient manner."

Manufactured with 28 nanometer lithography in a 17mm x17mm package footprint, the 88X5111 is a fully integrated single chip Ethernet transceiver that performs all physical layer functions required for 100Gbps Ethernet Gearbox functionality, and drives 100Gbps full duplex transmission, over a variety of media. Its MLG functionality aligns with OIF MLG 2.0 specifications, enabling aggregation of 10 independent streams of 10Gbps Ethernet or two independent streams of 40Gbps Ethernet to be multiplexed onto a 4x25Gbps stream. The 8X5111 also connects to a Media Access Control (MAC) or switch over a 10x10Gbps CAUI-10 link on its host interface. These transit drive and receiver equalization capabilities significantly exceed CAUI-10 requirements and meet 10GBase-KR specifications. The line interface of the 88X5111 is fully compliant to the IEEE 802.3BJ standard that defines the physical layer specifications for 100Gbps operation over backplanes and copper cables. The device supports the RS-FEC feature, as well as auto-negotiation and coefficient training protocol required by the 802.3BJ standard. Additionally, internal registers can be accessed via a management data input/output serial management interface, which is compliant with IEEE 802.3 specification. The device includes internal PRBS generators, and Ethernet packet generators and loopbacks to assist with testing and debugging.

Key features of Marvell's 88X5111:

    --  Long reach line Serializer/Deserializer (SerDes) capable of compensating
        an Insertion Loss of up to 30dB without FEC
    --  Integrated Reed-Solomon FEC capable of driving 100G-CR4 cables, 100G-KR4
        backplanes and 100G-SR4 optical modules
    --  MLG 2.0 Gearboxing functionality enabling aggregation of 10 independent
        10GbE streams or two independent 40GbE streams to a 4x25G pipe
    --  Integrated IEEE auto-negotiation and training protocol enabling seamless
        interoperability with IEEE-compliant devices from other vendors
    --  Fully autonomous equalizer adaptation
For further information about Marvell's 88X5111 and the rest of the Marvell Alaska family of Ethernet PHY transceivers, visit: http://www.marvell.com/transceivers/.

About Marvell
Marvell (NASDAQ: MRVL) is a global leader in providing complete silicon solutions and Kinoma software enabling the "Smart Life and Smart Lifestyle." From storage to Internet of Things (IoT), cloud infrastructure, digital entertainment and in-home content delivery, Marvell's diverse product portfolio aligns complete platform designs with industry-leading performance, security, reliability and efficiency. At the core of the world's most powerful consumer, network and enterprise systems, Marvell empowers partners and their customers to always stand at the forefront of innovation, performance and mass appeal. By providing people around the world with mobility and ease of access to services adding value to their social, private and work lives, Marvell is committed to enhancing the human experience.

As used in this release, the term "Marvell" refers to Marvell Technology Group Ltd. and its subsidiaries. For more information, please visit http://www.Marvell.com.

Marvell, the M logo, Alaska and Kinoma are registered trademarks of Marvell and/or its affiliates. Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others.

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ProTek Devices' TVS Arrays for Automotive Deliver Industry Best Combo Load Dump and Clamping Voltage Performance

TEMPE, Ariz., Dec. 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- ProTek Devices(TM) has introduced a new family of transient voltage suppressor arrays (TVS arrays) that provide circuit protection in various automotive infotainment and other automotive systems. The new PAM8S series provides an industry best combination of surpassing ISO 16750-2:2010(E) load dump testing while also delivering an industry-leading lowest clamping voltage at 48.4 volts. The PAM8S series consists of 15 high-power TVS arrays covering a range of reverse stand-off voltage needs, from 14.0 to 43.0 volts.

Primary applications for this series of circuit protection components include the digital audio tuner, the entertainment system, navigation system and other such vehicle electronics systems. ProTek Devices' PAM8S series is AEC-Q101 qualified for automotive applications. The operating junction temperature is good to 175 degrees Celsius, a capability suitable for very high reliability and automotive requirements. The components boast a junction passivation optimized design with passivated anisotropic rectifier technology. In addition, the PAM8S series provides unidirectional configuration, a low forward voltage drop, and high surge capability.

It provides 6600 watts of peak pulse power per line (typical = 10/1000 micro seconds). These automotive circuit protection components also meet requirements for the ISO 7637-2 surge specification (varied by test condition) and for MSL level 1 LF (per J-STD-020) with a maximum peak of 245 degrees Celsius. In addition, the parts are RoHS and REACH compliant.

The components are offered in a DO-218AB package at an approximate weight of only 2.58 grams. The terminals are matte tin plated leads and can be soldered, per J-STD-002 and JESD 22-B102. The solder reflow temperature is 260 degrees Celsius for 10 seconds at terminals. For polarity, the heatsink is anode. The PAM8S series also has a flammability rating of UL 94V-0.

Pricing and Availability
ProTek Devices' PAM8S series is now available in mass quantities. Pricing varies by amounts, with reel sizes starting at minimum quantities of 750 per reel. This is per 24mm tape and reel, EIA standard 481. The components can be acquired via a local authorized distributor or directly from ProTek Devices. A data sheet or other specifications for the PAM8S series of TVS arrays can be found on the ProTek Devices website or the Android and iOS apps.

About ProTek Devices
In business more than 20 years, ProTek Devices(TM) is a privately held semiconductor company. The company offers a product line of overvoltage protection and overcurrent protection components. These include transient voltage suppressors (TVS arrays), avalanche breakdown diodes, steering diode TVS arrays, PPTC devices, and electronics SMD chip fuses. These components deliver circuit protection in various electronic systems against lightning; electrostatic discharge (ESD); nuclear electromagnetic pulses (NEMP); inductive switching; and electromagnetic interference / radio frequency interference (EMI / RFI). ProTek Devices also offers high performance interface and linear products. They include analog switches; multiplexers; LED drivers; LED wafer die for ESD protection; audio control ICs; RF and related high frequency products. The company maintains its headquarters in Tempe, Ariz. More information is available at http://www.protekdevices.com.

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Gameloft: Asphalt 8: Airborne Chosen for the "Apple TV Best of 2015"

PARIS, December 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

    Gameloft, a leading digital and social game publisher, is proud to announce that one
of its most successful titles, Asphalt 8: Airborne, has been selected to be part of the
"Apple TV Best of 2015".

    This list acknowledges the most innovative and entertaining games of 2015 on the App
Store for Apple TV.

    "Gameloft was the first publisher to release six games on the App Store when it
launched in 2008, and today it is still one of the first developers to release games
perfectly optimized for each new iOS platform as soon as they are available," says Michel
Guillemot, CEO of Gameloft. "We're thrilled that our first title developed for Apple TV
has been selected to be part of this prestigious hit list."

    Asphalt 8: Airborne is frequently considered one of the best games for mobile by the
specialized press. After a spectacular year in 2014, Asphalt 8: Airborne won three Pocket
Gamer Awards, was named the "Best Game for Smartphones/Tablets" by Gamelab, was a winner
at the GSMA Global Mobile Awards 2015, and today is one of the most popular titles for
Apple TV in 2015.

    Asphalt 8: Airborne will continue its momentum by adding new content in a new update
that will be available before the end of 2015.

    Asphalt 8: Airborne is available for from the App Store for Apple TV.

    Watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V3cFYaTXQDU

    About Gameloft 

    A leading digital and social game publisher, Gameloft(R) has established itself as one
of the top innovators in its field since 2000. Gameloft creates games for all digital
platforms and with an audience of 173 million monthly users offers via Gameloft
Advertising Solutions a unique level of visibility and involvement to advertisers.
Gameloft operates its own established franchises such as Asphalt(R), Order & Chaos, Modern
Combat and Dungeon Hunter and also partners with major rights holders including Universal,
Illumination Entertainment, Disney(R), Marvel(R), Hasbro(R), Fox Digital Entertainment,
Mattel(R) and Ferrari(R). Gameloft is present on all continents, distributes its games in
over 100 countries and employs 5,000 developers.

    Gameloft is listed on NYSE Euronext Paris (NYSE Euronext: GFT.PA, Bloomberg: GFT FP,
Reuters: GLFT.PA). Gameloft's sponsored Level 1 ADR (ticker: GLOFY) is traded OTC in the
US.

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CONTACT: Press Contact: Mandy Paez, Gameloft U.S PR Manager, mandy.paez@gameloft.com, +1-(415)852-7209