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National Instruments Rolls Out Array of High-performance Products at NIDays 2015

SINGAPORE, Oct. 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- NI (Nasdaq: NATI), the provider of solutions that enable engineers and scientists to solve the world's greatest engineering challenges, announced at NIDays 2015 the introduction of high-performance test applications, and a hardware and software boost to its existing line of instruments and automated test applications, including system design software LabVIEW 2015.

LabVIEW 2015

NIDays 2015 delegates were able to test the latest version of LabVIEW which delivers marked speed improvements, development shortcuts and debugging tools to empower developers to efficiently interact with the systems they create. 

Through the reuse of the same code and engineering processes across systems, LabVIEW is set to accelerate engineering productivity with its impressive collection of features to help developers save time and money against the backdrop of technology advancement, evolving requirements, and increased time-to-market pressure.

LabVIEW has been used across a wide variety of industries to drive higher performance and product quality. LabVIEW 2015 further equips engineers with support for advanced hardware such as the new Quad Core Performance CompactRIO and CompactDAQ Controllers, 14-slot CompactDAQ USB 3.0 chassis, Single-Board RIO Controllers, Controller for FlexRIO, eightcore PXI Controller, and High Voltage System SMU. 

LabVIEW 2015 also reduces the learning curve for employing a software-designed approach to quickly create powerful, flexible, and reliable systems. With three application-specific suites that include a year of unlimited training and certification benefits, developers have unprecedented access to software and training resources to build better systems faster.

Next-Generation Control Systems Optimized for the Industrial Internet of Things (IIOT) To meet the evolving requirements of the IIoT, NI's platform brings together intelligent systems, connectivity and system-to-system communications, coupled with analytical software tools designed to deliver business insights and customer value.   

The new embedded systems hardware, based on the open, flexible LabVIEW reconfigurable I/O (RIO) architecture, includes the high-performance CompactRIO Controllerfor integrators with rugged, industrial applications, Controller for FlexRIOfor designers with highperformance embedded applications and Single-Board RIO Controllerfor designers who require more flexibility in their embedded applications. These controllers integrate the latest embedded technologies from Intel and Xilinx to deliver unparalleled performance and flexibility, empowering system designers and machine builders to address the most demanding control and monitoring challenges. 

The controllers are fully supported byLabVIEW software, the LabVIEW FPGA Module and NILinux Real-Time, now based on Security-Enhanced Linux, which enables advanced security features for Industrial IoT applications.

Wireless Production Test - New PXI-based Wireless Test System

NI's new Wireless Test System (WTS) is a solution that dramatically lowers the cost of high-volume wireless manufacturing test. Although faced with the rising complexity of wireless test, companies can confidently reduce test costs and multiply throughput on the production floor with a system optimized for measurement speed and parallel test.   

The WTS combines the latest advances in PXI hardware to offer a single platform for multistandard, multi-DUT and multi-port testing. When used with flexible test sequencing software, such as the TestStand Wireless Test Module, manufacturers can significantly improve instrument utilization when testing multiple devices in parallel. 

The WTS integrates easily into a manufacturing line with ready-to-run test sequences for devices that use chipsets from suppliers like Qualcomm and Broadcom as well as integrated DUT and remote automation control. With these features, customers are seeing considerable efficiency gains from their RF test equipment and further reducing their cost of test. 

The WTS is the latest system from NI built on PXI hardware and LabVIEW and TestStand software. With support for wireless standards from LTE Advanced to 802.11ac to Bluetooth Low Energy, the WTS is designed for manufacturing test of WLAN access points, cellular handsets, infotainment systems and other multi-standard devices that include cellular, wireless connectivity and navigation standards. Software-designed PXI vector signal transceiver technology inside the WTS delivers superior RF performance in the manufacturing test environment and a platform that can scale with the evolving requirements of RF test.

New CompactDAQ hardware and DIAdem 2015 software for Big Data challenges

With the exponential growth of engineering data, smarter, software-based measurement systems help users embed intelligence and processing at the point of acquisition, capturing only the most necessary data. The new 4- and 8-slot CompactDAQ controllers feature Intel Atom quad-core 1.91 GHz E3845 processors, programmable with new LabVIEW 2015 system design software, so engineers and scientists can customize their data acquisition systems to add functionality like processing, intelligence and control. The new controllers can run either Windows Embedded 7 or NI Linux Real-Time, and include 32 GB of nonvolatile storage and removable SD storage to create smarter data logging and embedded monitoring applications.   

The new USB 3.0 CompactDAQ Chassis helps users scale their measurement systems to higher-channel-count applications without reducing transfer speed. With a 14-slot expansion capacity and USB 3.0 streaming capabilities, the new CompactDAQ Chassis and LabVIEW software can handle current data acquisition needs and easily adapt to meet future needs in a single system.   

To make critical data-driven decisions, an enterprise data management solution is paramount to managing, analyzing and visualizing big data. NI is releasing DIAdem 2015 as 64-bit software, so users can load and analyze more data than before. DataFinder Server Edition 2015 delivers multistep querying that can be sent out to a global federation of servers to find the data users need to analyze in seconds. 

About National Instruments

Since 1976, NI (http://www.ni.com) has made it possible for engineers and scientists to solve the world's greatest engineering challenges with powerful, flexible technology solutions that accelerate productivity and drive rapid innovation. Customers from a wide variety of industries - from healthcare to automotive and from consumer electronics to particle physics - use NI's integrated hardware and software platform to improve the world we live in.

LabVIEW, National Instruments, NI, ni.com and NI TestStand are trademarks of National Instruments. Other product and company names listed are trademarks or trade names of their respective companies.

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French Hospital Enhances Complex Kidney Cancer Surgery Planning with Stratasys Color Multi-Material 3D Printing

MINNEAPOLIS and REHOVOT, Israel, October 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

       
        - CHU Bordeaux is one of the first hospitals worldwide to pioneer kidney tumor
          removal by using 3D printed color multi-material models pre-surgery to locate depth of
          kidney tumors 
        - 3D printed models used as big driver to train tomorrow's surgeons 
        - Easier visualization of their own organ increases patient understanding of procedures
          by up to 50% 

    Stratasys Ltd [http://www.stratasys.com ]. (Nasdaq:SSYS), the 3D printing and additive
manufacturing solutions company, today announced that its color, multi-material technology
is being successfully deployed to aid cancer surgeons in treating patients. Physicians use
the models during pre-surgery planning of complicated kidney tumor removal, helping to
perform precise and successful kidney-sparing surgery and improving patient outcomes. The
3D printed models are also used to improve surgeon training, as well as enhancing the
explanatory process towards patients.

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    The advanced surgical process, which utilizes transparent and color 3D printed models
produced on Stratasys' color, multi-material 3D Printer, the Objet500 Connex3
[http://www.stratasys.com/3d-printers/production-series/connex3-systems ] , is being
pioneered by the Department of Urology and Kidney Transplantation at the University
Hospital (CHU) de Bordeaux, in France. According to CHU surgeon Dr Jean-Christophe
Bernhard, this is currently the only hospital in France - and one of the first in the
world - to deploy Stratasys' multi-color, multi-material 3D printing technology for
complex kidney tumor removal cases.

    "Having a 3D printed model comprising the patient's kidney tumor, main arteries and
vessels - each in a different color - provides an accurate picture of what we will see
during operations," says Dr Bernhard.

    "Importantly, the ability to visualize the specific location of a tumor in relation to
these other elements, all in three dimensions, greatly facilitates our task and is not
something that is easily achievable from a 2D scan," he adds.

    Increasing the opportunity for kidney-sparing surgery 

    According to Dr Bernhard, the clearer view offered by the 3D printed model may
increase the ability to perform precise and successful kidney-sparing surgery. The
pre-surgery planning aids in identifying and avoiding damage to the delicate nearby
arteries and vessels which can result in complete kidney removal. Sparing the patient's
kidney is important because it reduces the chance of subsequently suffering from chronic
kidney disease.

    "3D printing technology has effectively heralded a new dawn," continues Dr Bernhard.
"A scan gives us good information, but it's in 2D. This relies on the surgeon to mentally
reconstruct the tumor volume in 3D and estimate its location inside of the total volume of
the kidney. The same process has to be done to clearly understand the relations between
the tumor, the vessels (arteries and veins) and the collecting system. As you can imagine,
this is difficult and time-consuming for the surgeon.

    "Conversely, having a 3D printed kidney model in your hands that corresponds
specifically to that of the patient you're going to operate on quite literally offers me a
view from a new perspective. The only thing more accurate than that is the patient himself,
" he adds.

    The CHU de Bordeaux uses three Stratasys PolyJet materials: transparent VeroClear to
show the volume mass of the kidney itself, red for the arteries and yellow for the
excretory tract. The red and yellow is then mixed on-the-fly - unique to Stratasys
multi-material capabilities - to produce the all-important orange color of the tumor.

    "The Stratasys transparent material is of fundamental importance as it allows us to
see inside and estimate the depth at which the tumor resides," explains Dr Bernhard. "It
enables us to see the arteries and the cavities that collect urine, so we can see if any
of the arteries are touching the tumor. We need to remove the tumor, but not at the
expense of the other vital elements that together enable the kidney to do its job. Finding
that balance is much easier to achieve thanks to 3D printing."

    Dr Bernhard also believes that use of 3D printed models will not be restricted to
kidney surgery, and sees them being equally useful for any organ sparing surgeries.

    Training the surgeons of tomorrow 

    Stratasys 3D printing solutions also significantly strengthens the CHU's capabilities
from an instructional standpoint. For Dr Bernhard, this is a fundamental benefit of 3D
printing and one that he sees making a big impact within the medical sector long-term.

    "I think this technology will be a big driver in terms of shaping the future of
teaching and surgical training," he says. "Having access to a 3D printed model that is
completely accurate to the one that you're going to operate, not only enables you to train
yourself on the operation, but it also greatly improves our ability to more accurately
convey surgical procedures to students - who of course are the surgeons of tomorrow."

    Reassurance by improved patient understanding 

    Another major benefit for the CHU of Bordeaux and Dr Bernhard is the ability to use
the 3D printed models to more easily explain procedures to patients prior to surgery,
thereby offering increased reassurance.

    "Describing kidney tumor removal with 2D scan or a diagram will invariably leave most
patients somewhat bewildered," he explains. "Presenting them with a 3D printed model that
clearly shows the tumor puts them at ease and enables the patient to grasp exactly what
we're going to do. Indeed, research from patient questionnaires shows that having 3D
printed models increases their understanding of the surgery by more than 50%, so it's a
considerable benefit in terms of overall patient care." [1]

    Commenting on the use of 3D printing technology at the hospital, Scott Rader, General
Manager of Medical Solutions at Stratasys, says, "By putting exactly what the surgeon
needs to see right in his hands, the pioneering use of Stratasys color multi-material 3D
printing technology at the CHU de Bordeaux demonstrates its capability to improve medical
operations by decreasing complexities to make the surgeon's role easier. Moreover, by
enhancing procedures in this way, the prospect of organ-conserving surgery is increased,
resulting in a far more favorable outcome for patients."

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    1. Bernhard JC, Isotani S, Matsugasumi T, et al. Personalized 3D printed model of
kidney and tumor anatomy: a useful tool for patient education. World J Urol. 2015 Jul 11. 

    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
or http://blog.stratasys.com

    Stratasys is a registered trademarks of Stratasys Ltd. and/or its subsidiaries or
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Supermicro(R) Highlights its 1U 4x GPU SuperServer, 2U TwinPro, 3U MicroBlade and 7U SuperBlade(R) Solutions for Exploration Geophysics at SEG 2015

High Density Compute Platforms Deliver Extreme Performance, Efficiency and Scalability for Geoscientific Research, Exploration and Analytics

NEW ORLEANS, Oct. 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ: SMCI), a global leader in high-performance, high-efficiency server, storage technology and green computing highlights its 1U 4x GPU SuperServer, 2U TwinPro(TM), SuperBlade® and MicroBlade solution this week at the Society of Exploration Geophysicists International Exhibition in New Orleans, Louisiana. Supermicro's latest 1U 4x GPU SuperServer® (SYS-1028GQ-TR/-TRT) maximizes performance and extreme GPU density with pioneering non-preheat GPU architecture and PCI-E direct connect (no extension cables, re-drivers, or bridge chips). The 2U dual node TwinPro architecture features dual Intel® Xeon® E5-2600 v3 processors is the optimal solution for CPU compute-based performance, density and scalability. The 7U 30 GPU SuperBlade®, available with three GPU optimized blade configurations, allows for up to 180 NVIDIA® Tesla® GPUs or 120 Intel® Xeon Phi(TM) Coprocessors + 120 Intel® Xeon processors per 42U Rack. Supermicro's 3U/6U MicroBlade offers extreme dense configurations of up to 28x MicroBlade modules each supporting dual Intel® Xeon® E5-2600 v3, or single Intel® Xeon® processor E3-1200 v3/v4, or 4th gen Core i3, or four Intel® Atom(TM) C2750/C2550 processor nodes per hot-swap blade server.

"Supermicro's 1U 4x GPU with cooling optimized non-preheat GPU architecture delivers exactly the best performance and extreme density for high-performance geo-scientific researchers and analysis," said Charles Liang, President and CEO of Supermicro. "With Supermicro's GPU enabled solutions, 2U TwinPro, 7U SuperBlade and high-density 3U MicroBlade solutions offering unrivaled range of configurability, performance, density and scalability, Geophysicists are enabled with the most powerful, flexible compute platforms for geosciences to explore and protect our Mother Earth."

Product Specifications

    --  1U 4x GPU SuperServer® (SYS-1028GQ-TR/-TRT) - Dual Intel® Xeon®
        processor E5-2600 v3, up to 1TB ECC, up to DDR4 2133MHz; in 16x DIMMs,
        4x PCI-E 3.0 x16 slots (4x NVIDIA Tesla®, NVIDIA® GRID(TM), Intel®
        Xeon Phi(TM) coprocessor cards optional), 2x PCI-E 3.0 x8 (in x16) LP
        slot, dual port GbE LAN (-TR SKU), dual 10GBase-T (-TRT SKU), 2x 2.5"
        hot-swap drive bays, 2x 2.5" internal drive bays, efficient airflow
        heavy duty counter-rotating fans with air shroud & optimal fan speed
        control, 2000W Redundant Platinum Level (94%+) Power Supplies.
    --  2U TwinPro(TM) (Dual Hot-Swap Nodes) (SYS-2028TP-DC1TR) - maximizes
        performance and power savings by integrating the fastest storage and
        network technologies available into resource optimized, energy efficient
        2U Twin architecture. Supports dual Intel® Xeon® E5-2600 v3
        processors, up to 1TB ECC LRDIMM, 512GB ECC RDIMM, up to 2133MHz; 16x
        DIMM sockets, 1x PCI-E 3.0 x16, 1x PCI-E 3.0 x8 slot, and 1x PCI-E 3.0
        x16 (supports NVIDIA® Tesla® GPU/Intel® Xeon Phi(TM) Coprocessors
        w/GPU kit), Intel® X540 Dual port 10GBase-T LAN, Integrated IPMI 2.0
        with KVM and Dedicated LAN, 12x 2.5" Hot-swap SAS (8) / SATA (4) HDD
        Bays LSI 3108 SAS3 controller (8 ports); RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60,
        mSATA (full size) support, 1280W Redundant Platinum Level (94%) Digital
        Power Supplies
    --  3U/6U MicroBlade - a powerful, flexible, all-in-one total system
        features industry-leading energy efficiency and density - 0.05U (Atom
        C2000), 0.1U (Xeon-D), 0.2U (Xeon E5-2600 v3, Xeon E3-1200 v4/v3). The
        MicroBlade enclosure can incorporate 1 Chassis Management Module, and up
        to 2x 25/10/2.5/1GbE SDN switches in 3U or up to 2 Chassis Management
        Modules, and up to 4 SDN Switches in 6U for efficient, high-bandwidth
        communications. It can incorporate up to 4 or 8 redundant (N+1 or N+N)
        2000W/1600W Titanium/Platinum Level high-efficiency (96%/95%) power
        supplies with cooling fans. This innovative new generation architecture
        includes servers, networking, storage, and unified remote management for
        cloud computing, dedicated hosting, web front end, content delivery,
        social networking, enterprises, and high performance computing
        applications.

        --  MBI-6128R-T2/-T2X - performance oriented solution with highest
            density up to 196 Intel® Xeon® DP nodes (5488) cores) per 42U rack
            with 95% cable reduction - supports dual Intel® Xeon® Processor
            E5-2600 v3 (up to 120W, 14 cores) with 1GbE and 10GbE options. It is
            perfect for enterprise as well as cloud computing applications.
        --  MBI-6218G-T41X, MBI-6118G-T41X - high density, low power solution
            featuring 56/28 Intel® Xeon® Processor D-1500 (Broadwell-DE) based
            servers in 6U (up to 392 computing nodes per 42U rack) or 28/14
            servers in 3U with 10GbE. It is a cost effective solution for
            scale-out cloud workloads.
        --  MBI-6118D-T2H/-T4H - supporting Intel® Xeon® processor E3-1200 v4
            and 4th Gen. Core(TM) i3 (up to 84W TDP), this UP MicroBlade stands
            second to none in its class. Features include Power Efficiency with
            14nm technology, improved performance, coherency and balance of CPU
            and GPU Graphics via package interconnect shared L3 Cache and 128MB
            Graphic embedded cache. A simpler CPU subset and Intel® Iris(TM)
            Pro graphics P6300 in an interconnect package enable key
            technologies for the best server performance per watt per flop with
            great graphics emphasis.
        --  MBI-6118D-T2/-T4 - high-density, single-socket server solution
            supporting Intel® Xeon® E3-1200 v3 and 4th Gen. Core(TM) i3 (up to
            84W TDP). Up to 196 Denlow UP nodes per 42U rack and 95% cable
            reduction. Optimized for Cloud based Web hosting, VDI, gaming and
            virtualized workstations.
        --  MBI-6418A-T7H/-T5H - ultra low power & cost-effective solution using
            8-Core Intel® Atom(TM) Processor C2000, with up to 112 nodes in 6U
            (up to 784 computing nodes per 42U rack) enclosure and 99% cable
            reduction. It is a perfect solution for such cloud applications as
            dedicated hosting, Web serving, memory caching, content delivery,
            etc.

    --  7U SuperBlade - advantages include maximum density, affordability,
        reduced management costs, lower power consumption, optimal ROI, and high
        scalability. Modules support latest Intel® Xeon® Processor E5-2600 v3
        and are available in 20/30 GPU/Xeon Phi Blade; 2x NVIDIA® Tesla®,
        NVIDIA® GRID(TM) or Intel® Xeon Phi(TM) coprocessor cards per blade
        server (SBI-7128RG-X/-F/-F2), 3x NVIDIA Tesla® GPU per blade server
        (SBI-7127RG3), Data Center Blade (SBI-7428R-C3N, SBI-7428R-T3N),
        TwinBlade® (SBI-7228R-T2F/-T2F2/-T2X), Storage Blade with NVMe support
        (SBI-7128R-C6N), PCI-E Blade (SBI-7127R-SH, SBI-7427R-SH/-S2L,
        SBI-7126T-SH, SBI-7426T-SH) and 4-Way Blade (Intel® Xeon® Processor
        E5-2600 v2 SBI-7147R-S4X/-S4F) solutions. Chassis feature industry's
        only hot-swap NVMe solutions, hot-plug switch modules supporting
        Infiniband FDR/QDR, FC/FCoE, Layer 2/3 1/10 GbE, redundant chassis
        management module (CMM), Titanium Level 3200W and Platinum Level
        3000W/2500W (N+N or N+1 redundant) hot-plug power supplies.
Visit Supermicro at the Society of Exploration Geophysicists (SEG) International Exhibition and 85th Annual Meeting in New Orleans, Louisiana, October 18(th) through the 23(rd)  at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, Booth 2053. For more information on Supermicro's complete range of high performance, high-efficiency Server, Storage and Networking solutions, visit http://www.supermicro.com.

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OPPO Premieres the 4GB RAM R7s at Gitex 2015 in Dubai

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Oct. 18, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- OPPO premiered the newest member of the R7 series, the R7s, at GITEX 2015 in Dubai today. Apart from its impressive 4GB RAM and 32GB of expandable storage, the R7s inherits the metal unibody design of the R7 series, and is equipped with an ultra-large 3070 mAh battery and an expansive 5.5-inch AMOLED 2.5D screen. By unveiling the R7s at GITEX, OPPO aims to improve its brand influence as well as market share in the MENA region, with the United Arab Emirates as a hub.

The OPPO R7s boasts flash-speed performance with 4GB RAM, 32GB ROM, an 8-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 processor, and OPPO's enhanced in-house ColorOS 2.1 system which is based on Android 5.1. The R7s' dual-sim card slot also supports expandable memory up to an additional 128 GB.

The ultra extra-large battery boasts 3070 mAh of capacity. To test battery life, OPPO uses a mechanical arm to simulate real-world use of the phone. The tests clocked the R7s battery at 13 hours and 15 minutes, long enough to use the phone continuously from morning until night. It is also paired with VOOC Flash Charge technology, which gives 2 hours of talk time with just 5 minutes of charging, and can have the R7s charged up to 90% in only 50 minutes.

Like other R7 series devices, the R7s camera uses Flash Shot technology, a triple-threat feature that assures fast launch, fast focus and stable imaging.  Flash Shot's Phase Detection Auto Focus (PDAF) is equal to that of an SLR camera, delivering an auto focus time of as little as 0.1 seconds. Meanwhile, the camera opens 30% faster than before, and a smart anti-shake optimization algorithm for both the rear-facing 13-megapixel and front-facing 8-megapixel cameras enables users to capture clear, beautiful pictures even in fast-paced situations.

Starting in November, the R7s will be sold in ten different countries and regions, including Singapore, Australia, Taiwan, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand, as well as MENA regions. Consumers in Europe and the USA can purchase the R7s on the OPPOstyle website soon after that in December.

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

For more OPPO R7s images, please download from: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BwbtydhtMU5icGlYdGtMTXFxZlE/view?usp=sharing  (Please use Chrome to download the material)

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Supermicro® Highlights its 1U 4x GPU SuperServer, 2U TwinPro, 3U MicroBlade and 7U SuperBlade® Solutions for Exploration Geophysics at SEG 2015

High Density Compute Platforms Deliver Extreme Performance, Efficiency and Scalability for Geoscientific Research, Exploration and Analytics

NEW ORLEANS, Oct. 18, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ: SMCI), a global leader in high-performance, high-efficiency server, storage technology and green computing highlights its 1U 4x GPU SuperServer, 2U TwinPro(TM), SuperBlade® and MicroBlade solution this week at the Society of Exploration Geophysicists International Exhibition in New Orleans, Louisiana. Supermicro's latest 1U 4x GPU SuperServer® (SYS-1028GQ-TR/-TRT) maximizes performance and extreme GPU density with pioneering non-preheat GPU architecture and PCI-E direct connect (no extension cables, re-drivers, or bridge chips). The 2U dual node TwinPro architecture features dual Intel® Xeon® E5-2600 v3 processors is the optimal solution for CPU compute-based performance, density and scalability. The 7U 30 GPU SuperBlade®, available with three GPU optimized blade configurations, allows for up to 180 NVIDIA® Tesla® GPUs or 120 Intel® Xeon Phi(TM) Coprocessors + 120 Intel® Xeon processors per 42U Rack. Supermicro's 3U/6U MicroBlade offers extreme dense configurations of up to 28x MicroBlade modules each supporting dual Intel® Xeon® E5-2600 v3, or single Intel® Xeon® processor E3-1200 v3/v4, or 4th gen Core i3, or four Intel® Atom(TM) C2750/C2550 processor nodes per hot-swap blade server.

"Supermicro's 1U 4x GPU with cooling optimized non-preheat GPU architecture delivers exactly the best performance and extreme density for high-performance geo-scientific researchers and analysis," said Charles Liang, President and CEO of Supermicro. "With Supermicro's GPU enabled solutions, 2U TwinPro, 7U SuperBlade and high-density 3U MicroBlade solutions offering unrivaled range of configurability, performance, density and scalability, Geophysicists are enabled with the most powerful, flexible compute platforms for geosciences to explore and protect our Mother Earth."

Product Specifications

    --  1U 4x GPU SuperServer® (SYS-1028GQ-TR/-TRT) - Dual Intel® Xeon®
        processor E5-2600 v3, up to 1TB ECC, up to DDR4 2133MHz; in 16x DIMMs,
        4x PCI-E 3.0 x16 slots (4x NVIDIA Tesla®, NVIDIA® GRID(TM), Intel®
        Xeon Phi(TM) coprocessor cards optional), 2x PCI-E 3.0 x8 (in x16) LP
        slot, dual port GbE LAN (-TR SKU), dual 10GBase-T (-TRT SKU), 2x 2.5"
        hot-swap drive bays, 2x 2.5" internal drive bays, efficient airflow
        heavy duty counter-rotating fans with air shroud & optimal fan speed
        control, 2000W Redundant Platinum Level (94%+) Power Supplies.
    --  2U TwinPro(TM) (Dual Hot-Swap Nodes) (SYS-2028TP-DC1TR) - maximizes
        performance and power savings by integrating the fastest storage and
        network technologies available into resource optimized, energy efficient
        2U Twin architecture. Supports dual Intel® Xeon® E5-2600 v3
        processors, up to 1TB ECC LRDIMM, 512GB ECC RDIMM, up to 2133MHz; 16x
        DIMM sockets, 1x PCI-E 3.0 x16, 1x PCI-E 3.0 x8 slot, and 1x PCI-E 3.0
        x16 (supports NVIDIA® Tesla® GPU/Intel® Xeon Phi(TM) Coprocessors
        w/GPU kit), Intel® X540 Dual port 10GBase-T LAN, Integrated IPMI 2.0
        with KVM and Dedicated LAN, 12x 2.5" Hot-swap SAS (8) / SATA (4) HDD
        Bays LSI 3108 SAS3 controller (8 ports); RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60,
        mSATA (full size) support, 1280W Redundant Platinum Level (94%) Digital
        Power Supplies
    --  3U/6U MicroBlade - a powerful, flexible, all-in-one total system
        features industry-leading energy efficiency and density - 0.05U (Atom
        C2000), 0.1U (Xeon-D), 0.2U (Xeon E5-2600 v3, Xeon E3-1200 v4/v3). The
        MicroBlade enclosure can incorporate 1 Chassis Management Module, and up
        to 2x 25/10/2.5/1GbE SDN switches in 3U or up to 2 Chassis Management
        Modules, and up to 4 SDN Switches in 6U for efficient, high-bandwidth
        communications. It can incorporate up to 4 or 8 redundant (N+1 or N+N)
        2000W/1600W Titanium/Platinum Level high-efficiency (96%/95%) power
        supplies with cooling fans. This innovative new generation architecture
        includes servers, networking, storage, and unified remote management for
        cloud computing, dedicated hosting, web front end, content delivery,
        social networking, enterprises, and high performance computing
        applications.
        --  MBI-6128R-T2/-T2X - performance oriented solution with highest
            density up to 196 Intel® Xeon® DP nodes (5488) cores) per 42U rack
            with 95% cable reduction - supports dual Intel® Xeon® Processor
            E5-2600 v3 (up to 120W, 14 cores) with 1GbE and 10GbE options. It is
            perfect for enterprise as well as cloud computing applications.
        --  MBI-6218G-T41X, MBI-6118G-T41X - high density, low power solution
            featuring 56/28 Intel® Xeon® Processor D-1500 (Broadwell-DE) based
            servers in 6U (up to 392 computing nodes per 42U rack) or 28/14
            servers in 3U with 10GbE. It is a cost effective solution for
            scale-out cloud workloads.
        --  MBI-6118D-T2H/-T4H - supporting Intel® Xeon® processor E3-1200 v4
            and 4th Gen. Core(TM) i3 (up to 84W TDP), this UP MicroBlade stands
            second to none in its class. Features include Power Efficiency with
            14nm technology, improved performance, coherency and balance of CPU
            and GPU Graphics via package interconnect shared L3 Cache and 128MB
            Graphic embedded cache. A simpler CPU subset and Intel® Iris(TM)
            Pro graphics P6300 in an interconnect package enable key
            technologies for the best server performance per watt per flop with
            great graphics emphasis.
        --  MBI-6118D-T2/-T4 - high-density, single-socket server solution
            supporting Intel® Xeon® E3-1200 v3 and 4th Gen. Core(TM) i3 (up to
            84W TDP). Up to 196 Denlow UP nodes per 42U rack and 95% cable
            reduction. Optimized for Cloud based Web hosting, VDI, gaming and
            virtualized workstations.
        --  MBI-6418A-T7H/-T5H - ultra low power & cost-effective solution using
            8-Core Intel® Atom(TM) Processor C2000, with up to 112 nodes in 6U
            (up to 784 computing nodes per 42U rack) enclosure and 99% cable
            reduction. It is a perfect solution for such cloud applications as
            dedicated hosting, Web serving, memory caching, content delivery,
            etc.
    --  7U SuperBlade - advantages include maximum density, affordability,
        reduced management costs, lower power consumption, optimal ROI, and high
        scalability. Modules support latest Intel® Xeon® Processor E5-2600 v3
        and are available in 20/30 GPU/Xeon Phi Blade; 2x NVIDIA® Tesla®,
        NVIDIA® GRID(TM) or Intel® Xeon Phi(TM) coprocessor cards per blade
        server (SBI-7128RG-X/-F/-F2), 3x NVIDIA Tesla® GPU per blade server
        (SBI-7127RG3), Data Center Blade (SBI-7428R-C3N, SBI-7428R-T3N),
        TwinBlade® (SBI-7228R-T2F/-T2F2/-T2X), Storage Blade with NVMe support
        (SBI-7128R-C6N), PCI-E Blade (SBI-7127R-SH, SBI-7427R-SH/-S2L,
        SBI-7126T-SH, SBI-7426T-SH) and 4-Way Blade (Intel® Xeon® Processor
        E5-2600 v2 SBI-7147R-S4X/-S4F) solutions. Chassis feature industry's
        only hot-swap NVMe solutions, hot-plug switch modules supporting
        Infiniband FDR/QDR, FC/FCoE, Layer 2/3 1/10 GbE, redundant chassis
        management module (CMM), Titanium Level 3200W and Platinum Level
        3000W/2500W (N+N or N+1 redundant) hot-plug power supplies.
Visit Supermicro at the Society of Exploration Geophysicists (SEG) International Exhibition and 85th Annual Meeting in New Orleans, Louisiana, October 18(th) through the 23(rd)  at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, Booth 2053. For more information on Supermicro's complete range of high performance, high-efficiency Server, Storage and Networking solutions, visit http://www.supermicro.com.

Follow Supermicro on Facebook and Twitter to receive their latest news and announcements.

About Super Micro Computer, Inc.   
Supermicro® (NASDAQ: SMCI), the leading innovator in high-performance, high-efficiency server technology is a premier provider of advanced server Building Block Solutions® for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/Big Data, HPC and Embedded Systems worldwide. Supermicro is committed to protecting the environment through its "We Keep IT Green®" initiative and provides customers with the most energy-efficient, environmentally-friendly solutions available on the market.

Supermicro, Building Block Solutions and We Keep IT Green are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Super Micro Computer, Inc.

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SMI Virtual Reality Eye Tracking at Dell World 2015

HOUSTON and BERLIN, October 16, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

    - SensoMotoric Instruments (SMI) showcases unique VR-HMD Eye Tracking combining eye
and hand controller input at Dell World

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    SensoMotoric Instruments (SMI) [http://www.smivision.com ], leader in eye tracking
technology, has been invited by Dell to showcase SMI's unique virtual reality eye tracking
technology at Dell World [http://dellworld.com ], October 20-22, 2015, in Austin, TX, USA.
SMI demonstrates gaze-assisted human-computer-interaction and training for professionals
in virtual reality. The showcases are powered by a Dell Precision Tower 5810 high-end
workstation and an Oculus Rift DK2 with SMI's unique and proven eye tracking upgrade
[http://www.smivision.com/en/gaze-and-eye-tracking-systems/products/eye-tracking-hmd-upgrade.html ]
. SMI HMD Eye Tracking technology enables realistic, fast and real-time hand-eye
coordination in the virtual environment and provides live feedback on a user's visual
interaction. The demos represent two of many scenarios where eye tracking brings new
possibilities to VR.

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    Eye Tracking for VR can be used to create intuitive interaction by using gaze to
select or move objects, or by adding eye movements to life-like avatar animations. One of
the SMI showcase scenarios at Dell World lets users manipulate objects in an assembly task
by selecting with gaze and moving them with the virtual hands.

    A second scenario demonstrates eye tracking assisted interaction and live gaze
feedback in a control room task. In professional training scenarios, gaze feedback to an
instructor can be used to assess performance during routines which are visually complex.
While real-time gaze guidance for the trainee can help to structure task execution with
gaze cues overlaid on the virtual scene. This visual guidance accelerates training and
feedback and can make expert knowledge explicitly visible.

    SMI's eye tracking upgrade for the Oculus Rift DK 2 is the only high performance eye
tracking solution available and proven for VR applications. It is designed for VR
developers and researchers and comes with a calibration-free user mode for quick and easy
setup. A fully automatic slip compensation allows users to move or take the headset on or
off without compromising data robustness.

    SMI provides a broad OEM Eye Tracking platform with reference designs for desktop,
mobile and wearable AR/VR computing and display formats ready for consumer and industrial
OEMs.  

    "SMI eye tracking enables eye-hand coordination and interaction in virtual reality for
intuitive and natural human computer interfaces," says Christian Villwock, Director of
SMI's OEM Solutions Business. "This is why eye tracking is a key component for many
display technologies. SMI's OEM Eye Tracking relies on a technology used by more than 5
million users under the broadest range of conditions. This makes SMI a reliable partner
for consumer and industrial OEMs."

    About SMI 

    SensoMotoric Instruments (SMI) is a world leader in eye tracking technology,
developing and marketing eye & gaze tracking solutions for scientists and professionals,
OEM and medical solutions for a wide range of applications. Find out more at
http://www.smivision.com. Follow @SMIeyetracking on Facebook
[https://www.facebook.com/smieyetracking ], Flickr
[https://www.flickr.com/photos/smieyetracking ], YouTube
[https://www.youtube.com/user/smieyetracking ] and Twitter
[https://twitter.com/SMIEyeTracking ].

       
         
        Media Contact 
        SensoMotoric Instruments GmbH (SMI) 
        Stefanie Gehrke 
        +49(0)172-3808-537 
        Stefanie.Gehrke@smi.de 

     

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Affle Launches its MAAS O6 Platform With Enhanced Optimization Algorithms

GURGAON, India and JAKARTA, Indonesia, October 16, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

    Affle, a leading mobile platform company, today announced the launch of the new
version of its 'Mobile Audience as a Service (MAAS)' platform at the MMA Indonesia
Forum.  This version is termed as MAAS O6 (OptiSense6), and includes the propriety
multivariate Optimizer to help advertisers maximize campaign ROI with real time and
actionable audience intelligence optimizations. The end-to-end mobile audience as a
service platform was launched in March 2015 at the Mobile World Congress, Barcelona and
its China release happened at the China Joy, Shanghai in July 2015. Optimization and
Transparency have been the cornerstones of Affle's MAAS platform since inception and
through this upgrade to MAAS O6, much greater optimization controls would be brought
upfront for marketers to enable smarter decision making.

         (Photo: 
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20151016/769487 )

    Commenting on this launch, Anuj Khanna Sohum, Founder, CEO and Chairman, Affle,  said,
"Affle's core strategic focus is to continuously innovate on the MAAS platform with the
aim to transform the traditional marketing-tech industry with the unified platform
approach, complete transparency and end-objective driven targeting and optimizations. MAAS
O6 is a significant achievement of our engineering and products teams, and it includes our
advanced real time algorithms that fuse Affle's audience data intelligence on top of RTB
and API-based integrations with almost all top mobile inventory supply sources. This
solves the industry problem of cluttered and comparatively unregimented direct publishers,
ad networks and affiliate networks driven supply eco-system."

    Anuj Kumar, Co-founder & Managing Director, Affle, added, "Traditionally most
marketers optimize campaigns only at a publisher level. This changed to an extent with
Real Time Bidding (RTB), but not all supply sources are connected over RTB. With O6, we
have enabled the programmatic optimization capability with ROI driven intelligent decision
making across the mobile display eco-system. Marketers can now make more informed
decisions with a customizable Rules Engine with easy identification and action ability on
the performing and non-performing campaign attributes. With this upgrade we expect a lot
more marketers and media agencies to exclusively procure, attribute and optimize all their
mobile campaigns through our platform. Indonesia is the heart of our South East Asia
business, and we are happy to announce this launch at the flagship mobile industry event
in Jakarta."

    About Affle: 

    Affle is a Singapore headquartered 'Mobile Audience as a Service (MAAS)' platform
company. Affle delivers end-to-end mobile commerce and marketing solutions with greater
ROI and transparency for marketers, commerce marketplaces, app developers and publishers
through unique intent insights derived from behavioral signals, attribution and
transaction data. Having started in 2006, Affle has been a pioneer in the field of mobile
technology and has built significant scale and intelligence backed by its robust profile
data and insights about millions of users.

    Affle's investors include Microsoft, D2C (An NTT DoCoMo subsidiary), Itochu, Bennett
Coleman & Company Ltd. (BCCL), Centurion Private Equity amongst others.

       
         
        For more information visit http://www.affle.com and maas.affle.com
         [http://www.affle.com ] or contact: 
        Ayush Aggarwal 
        Sr. Marketing Manager, Affle 
        +91 85869 57525 
        pr@affle.com 

     

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Affle Launches its MAAS O6 Platform With Enhanced Optimization Algorithms

JAKARTA, Indonesia, October 16, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

    Affle, a leading mobile platform company, today announced the launch of the new
version of its "Mobile Audience as a Service (MAAS)" platform at the MMA Indonesia Forum.
This version is termed as MAAS O6 (OptiSense6), and includes the propriety multivariate
Optimizer to help advertisers maximize campaign ROI with real time and actionable audience
intelligence optimizations. The end-to-end mobile audience as a service platform was
launched in March 2015 at the Mobile World Congress, Barcelona and its China release took
place at the China Joy, Shanghai in July 2015. Optimization and Transparency have been the
cornerstones of Affle's MAAS platform since inception and through this upgrade to MAAS O6,
much greater optimization controls would be brought upfront for marketers to enable
smarter decision making.

         (Photo:
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20151016/769487)

    Commenting on this launch, Anuj Khanna Sohum, Founder, CEO and Chairman, Affle, said,
"Affle's core strategic focus is to continuously innovate on the MAAS platform with the
aim to transform the traditional marketing-tech industry with the unified platform
approach, complete transparency and end-objective driven targeting and optimizations. MAAS
O6 is a significant achievement of our engineering and products teams and it includes our
advanced real time algorithms that fuse Affle's audience data intelligence on top of RTB
and API based integrations with almost all top mobile inventory supply sources. This
solves the industry problem of cluttered and comparatively unregimented direct publishers,
ad networks and affiliate networks driven supply eco-system."

    Anuj Kumar, Co-founder & Managing Director, Affle, added "Traditionally most marketers
optimize campaigns only at a publisher level. This changed to an extent with Real Time
Bidding (RTB), but not all supply sources are connected over RTB. With O6 we have enabled
the programmatic optimization capability with ROI driven intelligent decision making
across the mobile display eco-system. Marketers can now make more informed decisions with
a customizable Rules Engine with easy identification and action ability on the performing
and non-performing campaign attributes. With this upgrade we expect a lot more marketers
and media agencies to exclusively procure, attribute and optimize all their mobile
campaigns through our platform. Indonesia is the heart of our South East Asia business and
we are happy to announce this launch at the flagship mobile industry event in Jakarta."

    About Affle:  

    Affle is a Singapore headquartered 'Mobile Audience as a Service (MAAS)' Platform
Company. Affle delivers end-to-end mobile commerce and marketing solutions with greater
ROI and transparency for marketers, commerce marketplaces, app developers and publishers
through unique intent insights derived from behavioral signals, attribution and
transaction data. Having started in 2006, Affle has been a pioneer in the field of mobile
technology and has built significant scale and intelligence backed by its robust profile
data and insights about millions of users.

    Affle's investors include Microsoft, D2C (An NTT DoCoMo subsidiary), Itochu, Bennett
Coleman & Company Ltd. (BCCL), Centurion Private Equity amongst others.

    For more information visit http://affle.com and maas.affle.com
[http://www.affle.com ] or contact:

       
         
        Ayush Aggarwal 
        +91-8586957525 
        pr@affle.com 

     

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Other World Computing Announces First-to-Market 64GB Memory Upgrade for Late 2015 27" iMacs

Addition of 64GB upgrade kit expands memory capacity to twice that of what is available from Apple

WOODSTOCK, Ill., Oct. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Other World Computing (OWC), a leading zero emissions Mac and PC technology company, announced today that it has expanded its MaxRAM memory upgrade options for the newest Apple iMac 27" with Retina 5K display (Late 2015 iMac) to the maximum capacity of 64GB, twice the capacity of the factory-available options of up to 32GB.

After being the first vendor to provide aftermarket memory options for the new 27" iMac, OWC now offers the OWC MaxRAM Certified Upgrade kit of 64GB.  This option provides buyers of the new iMac with greater choice, performance, savings and flexibility in their memory configuration choices.

The new OWC memory modules and kits are fully tested, qualified, and MaxRAM Certified for the most demanding applications. Additional memory is the most cost effective way to increase system performance.  For applications that will benefit from more than Apple's current factory maximum of 32GB of total memory, new 27" iMac users will see improved performance gains with more memory provided by the new OWC options of up to 64GB.

OWC Testing Reveals Support for More Memory in New iMacs

The new Late 2015 iMac line was announced October 13, 2015 by Apple, and OWC was able to conduct testing of the computers to confirm they are able to support a maximum of 64GB of memory.  New iMacs come with a standard 8GB of memory (two 4GB 1867 MHz DDR3 SDRAM memory modules), with the maximum amount of memory available from the factory consisting of four 8GB modules for a total of 32GB.  From reading clues prior to the launch of the new iMacs, OWC suspected that the new 27" iMac would be able to support 64GB of memory, and testing of units purchased direct from an Apple store confirmed that suspicion.

Savings of up to 66% and up to Twice the  Memory Possible Versus Comparable Factory RAM Upgrades

The new 27" iMac memory options are available at http://eshop.macsales.com/shop/memory/iMac/Retina-5K2015/DDR3L.  Upgrade kits up to 32GB that utilize the 4GB and 8GB memory modules are now available for shipping.  Kits from 32GB to 64GB that utilize the 16GB modules will begin shipping to customers by October 21.  All memory modules and kits are true speed 1867MHz PC3-14900 memory:

    --  4GB (1 x 4GB) PC3-14900 Memory Module - $36.99
    --  8GB (2 x 4GB) PC3-14900 Upgrade Kit (doubles the standard memory to 16GB
        for only $68.00, 66% savings vs. factory) - $68.00
    --  8GB (1 x 8GB) PC3-14900 Memory Module - $69.99
    --  12GB (8GB + 4GB) PC3-14900 Upgrade Kit - $99.00
    --  16GB (2 x 8GB) PC3-14900 Upgrade Kit (triples the standard memory to
        24GB for only $134.00 for 33% less vs. factory 16GB) - $134.00
    --  32GB (4 x 8GB) PC3-14900 Upgrade Kit (offers 56% savings vs. factory
        installed 32GB option for the maximum installed memory) - $264.00
    --  16GB (1 x 16GB) PC3-14900 Memory Module - $329.99
    --  32GB (2 x 16GB) PC3-14900 Upgrade Kit (Add to factory base 8GB for a
        total of 40GB of installed memory) - $599.00
    --  48GB (2 x 16GB + 2 x 8GB) PC3-14900 Upgrade Kit - $729.00
    --  64GB (4 x 16GB) PC3-14900 Upgrade Kit - $1,195.00
To assist both existing and new model iMac owners in selecting the correct memory upgrade, OWC has created an easy to use guide that shows the correct memory type and options specific to each of the different iMac models. To view all available options and/or order OWC Memory Upgrade Kits for iMac models, visit http://eshop.macsales.com/shop/apple/memory/iMac.

"We work hard at OWC to anticipate the market and customer needs, and again we are able to offer the first memory upgrades for a new Mac," said Larry O'Connor, OWC Founder and CEO.  "In addition to being the first-to-market, we are offering an upgrade that's not even available from the factory.  We encourage buyers of the new iMac to purchase their system with the standard amount of memory, then upgrade it with OWC memory for higher performance at a lower cost than available from the factory."

All OWC Memory Options include a Lifetime Advance Replacement Warranty.  For installation videos on a wide variety of upgrade products for Mac models, both current and legacy, visit: http://eshop.macsales.com/installvideos/.

OWC MaxRAM Memory Certification Program Provides Comprehensive Testing and Certification

By maintaining two labs with multiple Apple Mac models that encompass nearly every Apple Mac model ever made, the OWC MaxRAM Memory Certification Program determines the maximum amount of memory that can be installed in a Mac, backed by OWC's Lifetime Advance Replacement Warranty and Money Back Guarantee.

More Savings Available with OWC Rebate Program

After upgrading with an OWC Apple iMac memory option, customers can save even more with OWC's Trade-in Rebate for the original factory memory. Receive up to $45 for Apple factory or OWC memory modules removed from any iMac model. For complete details, see http://eshop.macsales.com/tech_center/support/rebates/memory.cfm

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About OWC

OWC is the manufacturer and upgrade provider of choice for Apple and PC enthusiasts and has been providing OWC memory upgrades for Apple computers since 1989.  For the last decade, OWC has been building SSD upgrades specifically for Apple computers, winning multiple awards while also earning accolades for OWC external and optical drives.  OWC memory, SSDs and a growing number of our products are designed, engineered and manufactured in Austin, Texas.  Widely recognized for its exemplary customer service, OWC provides extensive US-based technical support for Mac and PC users around the world. As a member of the Apple Developer Program, OWC also produces a catalog of upgrades and accessories, having served the Apple community worldwide since 1988.

© 2015 Other World Computing.  All Rights Reserved.  Other World Computing, OWC and MaxRAM are registered trademarks of New Concepts Development Corporation, registered in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and/or in Canada.  The OWC logo and the Other World Computing logo are trademarks of New Concepts Development Corporation.  Apple, Mac, iMac and Retina are the trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.  Other marks may be the trademark or registered trademark property of their respective owners.

SOURCE  Other World Computing

Other World Computing

CONTACT: Bill Herring, +1-512-412-4009, bherring@macsales.com

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

UOL BoaCompra Partners with Azubu to Bring Brazilians the Best eSports Experience

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- UOL BoaCompra, the leading online games company in Latin America, and Azubu, an entertainment network focused on eSports, today announced that Azubu will be the exclusive streaming platform for UOL BoaCompra's eSports content in Brazil.

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UOL BoaCompra is operating the first persistent league in Brazil, with all content to be exclusively broadcasted on Azubu's streaming platform. BoaCompra GOLD, the company's own currency redeemable in more than 4,500 online titles, will be awarded to XLG tournament winners along with more than 1 million BRL awarded throughout the year-long partnership.

"With the best local servers and a passionate dedication to the market, Azubu has shown extraordinary growth in Brazil." said Marden Neubert, CEO of UOL BoaCompra. Commenting on the partnership, UOL BoaCompra's Commercial Director Julian Migura said, "Brazilian gaming culture is fiercely competitive and stands as one of the most social nations in the world. We want to engage the Brazilian eSports community and broadcasters with an unparalleled experience, and Azubu offers the strongest in-class streaming capacity in Brazil."

"Brazil is an extremely important country to us, and we couldn't be happier to partner with such a well-established and respected organization as UOL BoaCompra", said Ian Sharpe, CEO of Azubu. "We've built exciting partnerships with some of the biggest Brazilian teams such as paiN gaming and INTZ, and as we continue to focus our efforts on Brazil, UOL BoaCompra will be a crucial part of our growth and strategy in that region."

This partnership combines Azubu's eSports focused streaming technology with UOL's extensive Brazilian media network, and is just one example of Azubu's long term dedication to emerging markets. As a result, the Azubu streaming experience, which includes 24/7 customer support in three separate languages, and customizable broadcaster channels, will reach an exponentially larger Brazilian audience. Included in the three-year exclusive partnership are collaborative content production, joint ads sales initiatives, as well as media placements and advertisements on UOL's portals to drive Azubu's growth in Brazil.

About Azubu:
Azubu is a global entertainment network focused on eSports, providing unparalleled gaming, viewing, and interactive experiences for both broadcasters and the community. Coming together to watch the biggest names and tournaments, users across the globe engage in the highest definition eSports content. Created for and driven by the community, Azubu delivers a "lean-in" experience for viewers to interact with their favorite games, players, and organizations, while empowering broadcasters with unique toolsets, superior streaming technology, and more. Azubu was founded in 2011, and is headquartered in Los Angeles with offices in Seoul and Vancouver. For more information, visit http://www.azubu.tv.

About UOL BoaCompra:
UOL BoaCompra is the leading digital payments company specializing in monetizing online games throughout Brazil, Latin America, Portugal, Spain and Turkey. With the most comprehensive portfolio of 250+ local payment methods, including BoaCompra GOLD, the company services more than 4,500 titles from over 200 partners including VALVE, Electronic Arts, Ubisoft, Smilegate, Bigpoint and Aeria Games.

For more information, please visit https://go4gold.uol.com.br and keep up-to-date on the latest news at http://www.boacompra.eu/blog/.

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CONTACT: Azubu, Kat Jones,760.362.3873, Kat.jones@azubu.com. UOL BoaCompra, Liz Goodno, 310.406.4859, egoodno@uolinc.com

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

Multimodal Research at SfN 2015: SMI Shows Eye Tracking Well Connected to Other Biosensors

BERLIN and CHICAGO, October 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

    SensoMotoric Instruments' proven solutions combine scientific grade measurement with
user-friendly design, while new tools easily connect eye tracking with brain activity,
behavior and other modalities

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    At SfN 2015, eye tracking technology leader SensoMotoric Instruments (SMI)
[http://www.smivision.com ] presents a unique and established combination of
scientific-grade, user-friendly eye tracking and demonstrates new integration options of
SMI's Eye Tracking Connected [http://www.smivision.com/smieyetracking-connected ] program.
Via dedicated protocols, plug-ins and other capabilities this program connects portable
eye tracker like the SMI RED250mobile [http://www.smivision.com/red250mobile ] with more
than 30 partner solutions ranging from Brain Products EEG recording, BIOPAC physiological
data logging to E-Prime(R) stimulus presentation. Leading labs at the forefront of
neuroscience, e.g. from Harvard University, Stanford University or the Chinese Academy of
Sciences, confide in SMI's proven technology and reliable connectivity
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for their research in
laboratory and real-life scenarios.

    Researchers can go hands-on with SMI's scientific eye tracking and the new partner
integrations at this year's SfN, SMI booth 605 (Chicago/USA, October 18-21, 2015).

    SMI's Scientific Eye Tracking solutions
[http://www.smivision.com/en/gaze-and-eye-tracking-systems/products/overview.html ]
provide reliable eye and gaze information in laboratory and everyday scenarios for
research ranging from neurolinguistics, to cognitive development of infants, to studies on
stress and neurological disorders like schizophrenia or alzheimer. Screen-based devices
include 250 Hz portable systems which run from a laptop; ideal for scientific-grade
studies at schools, work places, hospitals, and other real-life locations. Specialized
devices are available for MRI applications, while SMI Eye Tracking Glasses 2w enable
interactive studies in daily scenarios. SMI Eye Tracker can be easily synchronized with
other biosensors and external applications using software messages, TTL trigger and other
tools.

    The new E-Prime(R) Extensions for SMI as well as the BIOPAC and Brain Products
integration options add to the range of capabilities of the SMI Eye Tracking Connected
[http://www.smivision.com/en/gaze-and-eye-tracking-systems/products/smi-eye-tracking-connected.html ]
program. Via dedicated protocols, plug-ins, e.g. for gaze and motion
integrations, and other options, SMI Eye Tracking can easily be combined with leading
partner solutions in fields ranging from multimodal cognition research to virtual reality.

    Frazer Findlay, CEO, BIOPAC Systems, Inc.: "The plug and play integration of BIOPAC
and SMI measurement solutions reveals how visual information evokes physiological
reactions. The integrative approach allows researchers to easily access complete
participant response data for their analysis. To learn more about the co-registration
workflow, researchers may attend our satellite event at SfN."

    Dr. Patrick Britz, Marketing Director, Brain Products GmbH: "With the smooth
integration of Brain Products and SMI, customers interested in combining eye tracking and
EEG no longer have to program their own scripts to merge co-registered data. This allows
researchers to fully focus on data interpretation. At our SfN booth, we will demo the easy
synchronization of SMI eye tracking and BrainVision Analyzer 2."

    Dale Christopher, General Manager, Psychology Software Tools, Inc. (PST): "The
integration with SMI's wide range of eye trackers creates new possibilities for the
E-Prime(R) community and SMI's existing E-Prime(R) user base. To have a comprehensive,
integrated solution spanning desktop, mobile, and fMRI eye tracking has long been a goal
for us and to finally realize it is a large step forward for PST. We are looking forward
to show the integration to many interested parties at SfN."

    Eberhard Schmidt, Managing Director, SensoMotoric Instruments (SMI): "This year's SfN
again shows that leading partners choose to collaborate with us to accelerate the pace of
innovation in the field of neuroscience. We underline our true dedication to the
scientific community not only with continuous innovation, but also with dedicated support
for our customers and partners. We invite researchers to attend our demos and to engage in
interesting discussions at SfN."

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    About SMI 

    SensoMotoric Instruments (SMI) is a world leader in eye tracking technology,
developing and marketing eye & gaze tracking solutions for scientists and professionals,
OEM and medical solutions for a wide range of applications. Find out more at
http://www.smivision.com. Follow @SMIeyetracking on Facebook
[https://www.facebook.com/smieyetracking ], Flickr
[https://www.flickr.com/photos/smieyetracking ], YouTube
[https://www.youtube.com/user/smieyetracking ] and Twitter
[https://twitter.com/SMIEyeTracking ].

       
         
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        SensoMotoric Instruments GmbH (SMI) 
        Stefanie Gehrke 
        +49-(0)-172-3808-537 
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ARRIS Announces DCX3635 Media Gateway and IP815 Wireless Media Player Availability for MOXI® WHS Customers

MOXI WHS integration with DCX3635 Media Gateway and IP815 Media Player offer powerful new options for delivering next-generation entertainment

SUWANEE, Ga., Oct. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- ARRIS Group Inc. (NASDAQ: ARRS) today announced the availability of its DCX3635 Media Gateway and IP815 Media Player for MOXI® Whole Home Solution (WHS) customers -- offering powerful new CPE options for delivering IP-based entertainment.

The ARRIS DCX3635 and the ARRIS IP815 are new platform additions to the ARRIS WHS product family. The ARRIS DCX3635 combines the award-winning MOXI User Interface and customized content experience with powerful new hardware that supports front-end RF, DOCSIS® 3.0, MoCA 2.0,  802.11ac Wi-Fi. This headed digital video gateway platform offers operators a new way to offer solutions to single or multi-room homes.

The ARRIS DCX3635 works with the new ARRIS IP815, a wireless media player that seamlessly extends the full MOXI WHS experience to additional rooms in the house. Together, the DCX3635 and IP815 enable operators to deliver personalized, fully featured entertainment, anywhere in the home.

"Today's consumers demand high-quality entertainment on their terms," said Debbie Stackis, SVP & GM of Consumer Solutions at ARRIS. "Our MOXI Whole Home Solution offers a feature-rich, personalized solution that integrates seamlessly with our media gateway and player to give operators a broader range of choices for delivering tomorrow's entertainment."

About the ARRIS DCX3635 and ARRIS IP815

The ARRIS DCX3635 offers full integration with the MOXI WHS experience and works with the ARRIS IP815 Media Player. It delivers whole-home IP-based entertainment using 6 video tuners with 8 DOCSIS downstream channels, and 1TB of onboard storage. Combined with the ARRIS IP815, the DCX3635 can offer a (wireless) multi-room video experience.

About ARRIS

ARRIS Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: ARRS) is a world leader in entertainment and communications technology. Our innovations combine hardware, software, and services across the cloud, network, and home to power TV and Internet for millions of people around the globe. The people of ARRIS collaborate with the world's top service providers, content providers, and retailers to advance the state of our industry and pioneer tomorrow's connected world. Together, we are inventing the future. For more information, visit http://www.arris.com.

For the latest ARRIS news:

    --  Check out our blog: ARRIS EVERYWHERE
    --  Follow us on Twitter: @ARRIS
ARRIS and the ARRIS Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of ARRIS Enterprises, Inc.  All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.  © ARRIS Enterprises, Inc. 2015.  All rights reserved.

SOURCE  ARRIS Group, Inc.

ARRIS Group, Inc.

CONTACT: Kalia Farrell, +1.215.323.1059, Kalia.Farrell@arris.com

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

OpenLegacy Partners with CM First Group AG to Bring API-based Integration Solution to Clients in North America and Europe

PRINCETON, New Jersey, October 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

    OpenLegacy, the open standard-based integration platform provider, announced today
that CM First has joined its worldwide channel partner program.

    CM First will be introducing OpenLegacy's technology to CA 2E (Synon) and IBM i
clients in North America and the DACH region in Europe.  Focused on the modernization of
CA 2E, CA Plex, and RPG/COBOL-based IBM i and z/Systems as well as development of
responsive UX and iBPM front ends for legacy apps, this partnership with OpenLegacy
further extends their capabilities for transformation initiatives. 

    "Projects can benefit immediately from the integration blueprints of OpenLegacy,
especially in cases where IBM i or z/Systems are critical components of the enterprise's
back-end systems architecture," explains CTO John Rhodes.  He added that since CM First
follows an "API First" philosophy toward modern application development, the OpenLegacy
API platform's open-standards integration APIs lets them rapidly implement their clients'
business initiatives.
Recognized as a "Cool Vendor in Integration" by Gartner [http://openlegacy.com/cool-vendor
] , OpenLegacy enables enterprises to quickly and securely extend critical on-premise
business applications or even Docker-based cloud containers to web, mobile and cloud with
its open standard API technology. The technology is focused on back-end systems and
standards-based technologies, which makes it an ideal partner for existing companies in
the field of modernization and integration.

    "OpenLegacy offers a unique approach to help our customers in the U.S. and Europe move
forward with transformation projects where timelines and associated budgets are very
relevant in this economy," shares Christoph Heinrich, CEO of CM First.  "The OpenLegacy
subscription model coupled with our service expertise is helping us build repeatable
business processes at our centers of excellence in Zug, Switzerland, and Austin, Texas for
banking, logistics and manufacturing," he explains.

    CM First's target regions are the U.S., Canada, and DACH region in Europe. They will
also be opening OpenLegacy technology centers of excellence in Austin (Americas)
headquarters and Zurich, Switzerland (Europe) headquarters so that interested clients can
work hands-on with OpenLegacy's technology and learn how to integrate their 5250
applications into modern responsive frameworks.
"This partnership is viewed as an important stride to further expand our presence in North
America and Europe," said Rolin Zumaran, SVP Global Sales at OpenLegacy. "CM First is a
company with the right qualifications and experiences in leading transformation projects.
Our API platform is designed to rapidly respond to business initiatives where clients need
to deliver timely solutions to their marketplace. Meanwhile, our focus on continuously
automating access to back-end systems further increases the dependability of critical
applications where systems of record need to maximize windows of business opportunity."

    About CM First

    CM First is a global software and services company established in 1999 with a focus on
modernizing applications, managing technical debt and the agile development of enterprise
apps. Delivery areas include; migrations of software code, databases and IBM hardware,
custom app, architecture and API development, mobility solutions and knowledge transfer.
CM First works with hundreds of IBM and CA Technologies business-critical systems
worldwide, with numerous reference customers covering industries as diverse as logistics,
travel, insurance, food processing and oil and gas construction. For more information,
visit http://www.cmfirstgroup.com [http://www.cmfirstgroup.com ]

    About OpenLegacy

    OpenLegacy enables enterprises to quickly and rapidly extend and transform legacy and
on premise systems such as IBM i (aka AS/400), mainframes and databases to the Web, mobile
and cloud. A standards-based, open-source development platform, OpenLegacy lets
organizations solve high impact business problems quickly, giving enterprises a newfound
agility and opening the door to creative, new, cost-effective solutions. For more
information, visit  http://www.openlegacy.com [http://www.openlegacy.com ].

            Media Contact 
        For CM First

         
        North America  
        JOHN RHODES 
        (512)-423-1959 
        john.rhodes@cmfirstgroup.com

         
        Europe 
        CHRISTOPH HEINRICH 
        41-508-0105 
        christoph.heinrich@cmfirstgroup.com 
          
        For OpenLegacy 
        Amy Kenigsberg 
        K2 Global Communications 
        amy@k2-gc.com 
        http://www.k2-gc.com [http://www.k2-gc.com ] 
        Tel: +972-9-794-1681 (+2 GMT) 
        Mobile: +972-524-761-341 
        U.S.: +1-913-440-4072 (+7 ET) 

     

OpenLegacy

Sena Launches World's First Intelligent Noise-Control (INC(TM)) Helmet At 2015 AIMExpo

ORLANDO, Fla., Oct. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Sena Technologies, Inc., a Bluetooth innovator in the motorcycle and outdoor actives market, debuted today the world's first Intelligent Noise-Control (INC(TM)) helmet EXCLUSIVELY to the media, dealers and trade members at the 2015 American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) in Orlando.

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AIMExpo has grown substantially since its inception in 2013, establishing itself as one of the fastest growing trade shows in the U.S. and the largest powersports trade show in North America. Likewise, Sena has shown impressive growth and innovation throughout the past three years, solidifying its position as the global leader in Motorcycle Bluetooth technology.

"We're thrilled to have Sena unveil its latest innovation here at AIMExpo," said Cinnamon Kernes, AIMExpo Show Director. "They have been an exhibitor and partner since our launch. Choosing AIMExpo as the place to debut their new helmet and taking advantage of the media and dealer presence exemplifies exactly how the AIMExpo platform was intended to be utilized."

The Sena Helmet will be equipped with innovative smart technology with a premium comfort, ergonomics and finish. The ultra light-weight and durable carbon fiber material provides a high quality and comfortable experience, with ground breaking Intelligent Noise Control (INC(TM)) technology to actively control the loud and damaging noises associated with riding. "We are ecstatic to yet again be pushing innovation with the world's first true quiet helmet, with our focus as always on creating the safest and best riding experience possible for our customers. It only seemed logical that we unveil this game-changing device at AIMExpo, a place where the entire motorcycle industry has gathered to see the latest innovations to hit the market," says Sena CEO, Tae Kim. With all of the key features such as optional Bluetooth 4.1 Communication module, ultra light carbon fiber material, Plug & Play (PNP) installation feature for the INC(TM) and the patented Sena Bluetooth Technology, users can enjoy their ride like never before.

Additional new products being showcased at AIMExpo include the 10S, 10R, 10U, Wristband, Handlebar Remote Controls, and Prism Tube.

AIMExpo opens its doors to the general public this Saturday, October 17 (9 a.m. - 7 p.m.) and Sunday, October 19 (10 a.m. - 5 p.m.) where enthusiasts will have the opportunity to see all-new products from more than 500 unique exhibitors and demo a wide variety of two- and four-wheel, on- and off-road models at AIMExpo Outdoors! Tickets are available online at AIMExpoUSA.com or on-site at the Orange County Convention Center.

About Sena Technologies Inc.
Sena Technologies, Inc. is the global leader in Bluetooth Innovation for the motorsports, action sports and outdoor sports lifestyles - enabling real-time communication and optimal performance in the thick of the action. Since its first and flagship product, the SMH10 Bluetooth intercom/headset for Motorcycle helmets, the most cutting-edge technological designs have allowed riders across powersports and motocross to change the way they communicate while charging tracks and courses worldwide. With cyclists, action sports and outdoor sports enthusiasts taking advantage of its impressive communications and onboard technologies - coupled with its sheer innovation in creating new perspectives with Bluetooth audio action camera technology - Sena is enhancing the lives of speed demons and action-seekers for the better. Sena currently offers its products worldwide through its global network of distributors, retailers and OEM partners.

For more information on Sena Technologies Inc. and its products, please visit http://www.Sena.com or contact (951) 719-1040 or marketing@sena.com.

Facebook: facebook.com/senabluetooth
Twitter: @senabluetooth
Instagram: @senabluetooth

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Chinese Smartphone Maker Ramos Appears on New York Times Square Large Screen During China's National Day Holiday

The never-before-seen "look and feel" of the new phone from the young and entrepreneurial company is just one example of how China is transforming from product manufacturer to product creator

NEW YORK, Oct. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Sixty-six China-based manufacturers including Huawei, Gree, Haier and Ramos joined hands to run short bilingual films in both Chinese and English promoting their brands on Thomson Reuters' large set of screens overlooking New York's Times Square from October 1-3. The promotional event was timed to coincide with the 66th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. The event represented the largest showcasing of Chinese firms in New York's Times Square, one of the world's most visited tourist attractions. New York's Times Square has been a particularly popular spot for international brands for visibility. Presence on the screens has been highly competitive due to the limited spots available. Ramos, a dark horse that emerged in China's mobile phone market in 2015, demonstrated its strength and vision in global integration and service in concert with 65 other manufacturers.

Ramos highlighted the firm's brand philosophy of "Fear Nothing, Do Something" in the short films. Established in 2001, Ramos was one of the pioneers of China's music players. With more than 35 million users to date, Ramos sells products in more than 50 countries and regions worldwide. Jointly developed by Ramos and BYD, the Ramos MOS1 is Ramos' first smartphone that was shown on the large screens. The phone has remained highly popular since launching in August, largely due to its attractive appearance and power efficiency. Available in four colors -- gold, silver, grey and pink -- the mobile phone is exceptionally eye-catching with the product's tagline "inspiration of beauty".

Being Ramos' first smartphone, MOS1 was highly appreciated by shoppers. They commented that MOS1 has a truly awesome look -- both the front and back are made with 2.5D curved tempered glass, a crystal metal frame with a five-surface edge, a 1.9 mm ultra-narrow golden rim in combination with an ultra-thin 6.6 mm all-metal frame to create a look and feel rarely seen before. At the same time, one of the leading selling points of the MOS1 is that it comes with no pre-installed apps, ensuring that the user is not saddled with unwanted content. The result is that the content mix is kept simple and that the phone delivers a great user experience. The MOS1 is equipped with a built-in Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 octa-core processor, 2GB RAM and 32GB ROM storage. The device comes with 3050mAh super safe batteries made by BYD, significantly adding more hours of usage time before needing a recharge.

Ramos is ready to launch MOS1 max, the company's second smartphone, in October 2015. The smartphone is designed to cater to users seeking a sleek appearance and long battery life.

For more information, visit the company's website at en.ramos.com.cn

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

SOURCE  Shenzhen Ramos Digital Technology Co., Ltd.

Shenzhen Ramos Digital Technology Co., Ltd.

Web Site: http://en.ramos.com.cn

LG Partners With Discovery Communications To Reveal Game-Changing Innovations Shaping Future Of Technology

New Custom Content Gives Technology Enthusiasts Never-Before-Seen Look at Innovation, Revolutionary New OLED Television Category

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., Oct. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics USA is partnering with Discovery Communications on unique new content, featured on Discovery Digital Networks and Science Channel, offering viewers an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the most ground-breaking innovations and the innovators behind them.

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The new custom content, inspired by LG's revolutionary OLED TV display technology that is bringing the future of television to consumers today, will take viewers into a never-before-seen world of sci-fi-level inventions, including a first-ever inside look at the making of LG OLED TV. OLED TV is an entirely new category of television that has been hailed by industry experts and consumers alike as the "best picture ever" with perfect blacks and incredible color, even from wide viewing angles unlike any LCD/LED TV can deliver.

"LG innovations bring technologies of the future to consumers today, so it made perfect sense to team up with Discovery's top-notch digital team to raise awareness for these products that will truly make a difference in peoples' lives," said David VanderWaal, vice president of marketing, LG Electronics USA. "This new content series will feed viewers' voracious curiosity of new technologies and show them that the future of TV technology is available today with LG OLED TV."   

"Discovery Communications is a leader in innovative and impactful digital solutions, led by premium digital video offerings across our web-native and TV networks-aligned businesses, and we're thrilled to partner with LG Electronics to tell their story to our passionate fan base of influencers, tech enthusiasts and curiosity seekers," added Harold Morgenstern, senior vice president, digital ad sales, Discovery Communications.

Discovery Spotlights Innovation

At the heart of the new content is Discovery Digital Networks' popular Test Tube series In the Making, hosted by engineer Dr. Mike North. In an episode debuting on October 15, Dr. North visits LG Display's OLED panel factory to give viewers a never-before-seen look at what goes into producing OLED displays.

LG was the first to introduce large-screen OLED TV and remains the only company offering an entire lineup of OLED TVs today. This level of access to its production facilities and experts made available through the Discovery collaboration is unprecedented.

Forthcoming episodes of In the Making will follow North as he hits the road to discover genius backyard innovators that are creating technologies of the future, such as Mod Bot's industrial quality robot building blocks and LookSee's solid silver jewelry bracelet with customizable smart display.

LG and Discovery also will take viewers through the evolution of TV, highlighting the awe-inspiring and rapidly changing TV display technology with a series of custom webisodes and blog features across ScienceChannel.com and Discovery Digital Networks' TechnoBuffalo.

The Science Channel's inSCIder blog will discuss "Evolving Technology and the Art of Being Human" and feature a "listicle" on the "Ten TV Milestones" over the past decades - from vacuum tubes to color, remote controls and more. Additionally, TechnoBuffalo unboxed and reviewed an OLED TV giving its audience of tech enthusiasts an overview of the awe-inspiring of LG OLED TV.

OLED TV Category Expands

This LG-Discovery collaboration comes on the heels of LG's latest addition to its OLED family of televisions - the EF9500 flat OLED 4K TV series. The EF9500 series represents the world's first flat 4K Ultra HD resolution OLED TV. What's more, the EF9500 series is the world's first HDR-capable OLED TV, allowing consumers to display HDR content from both streaming content partners and external source devices.

The introduction of this series marks a significant milestone in the expansion of LG's OLED TV portfolio, tripling the number of models in less than a year. LG now offers OLED TVs in 55-, 65-, and 77-inch class sizes, both curved and flat configurations, and 1080p and 4K resolutions at prices starting at $1,999.

For more information regarding LG's 2015 OLED TV lineup, including the new EF9500 series, please visit http://www.lg.com/us/experience-tvs/oled-tv. To follow the conversation online check out #OLEDisHere.

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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Capture Your Life with a Vivitar Action Camera

Two Vivitar Waterproof Action Cameras Now Available at Wal-Mart for the Perfect Fun and Affordable Holiday Gift

EDISON, N.J., Oct. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Vivitar debuts two versatile, rugged and affordable action cameras at Wal-Mart, the Vivitar DVR786HD and the DVR783HD just in time for holiday shopping.  Competitively priced, these Vivitar action cameras are the perfect gift for teens on the go, adventurers looking for exciting POV video footage, and families who want to capture every moment of that holiday vacation.

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Featuring a waterproof enclosure, both the Vivitar DVR786 and DVR783 are submersible up to 30-feet to make capturing videos underwater a snap. Both action cameras include a preview screen for instant viewing, use a rechargeable Lithium Ion battery for convenient charging and record to a Micro SD for many expandable memory options to record every moment.  With the Vivitar Action cameras users can count on Vivitar's industry-leading lens design and image processing technology to render crisp, clear footage in the toughest conditions.

Designed to capture all family adventures in dynamic, full high definition 1080p at 30 fps, the Vivitar DVR786 will also capture 12MP still images and includes an easy-to-use wireless remote control. The remote allows for easy on demand recording so consumers capture only the footage and still shots they want with the touch of a button, without having to stop or fumble with the camera. This conserves storage capacity and saves time in the video editing process.

Available now for $59.99, and $39.99, the Vivitar action cameras include a charging cable, waterproof case and both an ATV/bike mount and helmet mount bracket right in the box.  This is perfect for hands-free recording without having to buy more mounts.

For more information about the new Vivitar action cameras, visit http://www.vivitar.com or buy it now at http://www.Walmart.com and http://www.Amazon.com. 

Check out Vivitar's Facebook page for a chance to win a DVR786! Five lucky fans will receive an HD action camera from Vivitar - just submit your favorite homemade videos! Visit www.Facebook/VivitarOfficial for more details.

About Vivitar

Vivitar is a leading international consumer electronics manufacturer with a rich heritage of technology innovation and affordability dating back to 1938. Vivitar products include digital still cameras, action cams, photo accessories and mobile accessories which are designed to meet the needs of today's families. Vivitar is headquartered in Edison, New Jersey, with additional offices across the United Kingdom, Latin America, Canada and Hong Kong, and global retail distribution spanning more than 100,000 locations in both mass market and specialty channels. For more information, visit http://www.vivitar.com.

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Sony Electronics Introduces the Ultimate 4K Home Theater Projector, the VPL-VW5000ES

Laser-powered 5,000 lumens 4K resolution and premium features for home theater enthusiasts

DALLAS, Oct. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- (CEDIA Booth #3701) - Sony Electronics today announced the introduction of the VPL-W5000ES, a 5,000 lumens 4K SXRD(TM) laser light source projector. Sony's new reference-quality unit is the first projector designed specifically for home cinema use that features 4K resolution powered by a laser light engine that provides 5,000 lumens of brightness, is compatible with High Dynamic Range (HDR), emulates the new BT.2020 color gamut, and covers the full DCI color space.

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"The VPL-VW5000ES projector is truly the ultimate home cinema display," said Yamato "Tank" Tanikawa, Director, Home Entertainment & Sound, Sony Electronics. "The VPL-VW5000ES joins an impressive lineup of Sony home theater projectors specifically designed for the installer market, like the VPL-VW665ES and VPL-VW365ES models also announced today. All of these 4K resolution projectors offer a truly immersive viewing experience with high brightness and high contrast bringing the home theater experience to the next level."

Sony continues to be the only manufacturer designing projectors specifically for the home theater market that provides full 4K resolution imagers. Sony's advanced SXRD panels are designed to produce outstanding native device contrast and when coupled with the laser light engine, the VPL-VW5000ES provides an infinite dynamic contrast ratio and 5,000 lumens of color light output.

The VPL-VW5000ES covers the full DCI-P3 color gamut. By taking advantage of its professional calibration tools the VPL-VW5000ES allows the user to choose to emulate the BT.2020 color space, as well. This ensures compatibility with upcoming home video formats. And by bringing together high brightness, infinite dynamic contrast and the latest signal processing technology, the VPL-VW5000ES provides compatibility with High Dynamic Range (HDR), enabling the viewer to see wider ranges of contrast and colors than ever before.

Sony's Advanced Motionflow feature reduces blur and maintains brightness and VPL-VW5000ES' extremely fast imagers allow viewing of fast action content - especially sporting events - with great smoothness, even with 4K signals. Along with HDR and BT.2020 capabilities, the VPL-VW5000ES also includes an HDMI input that is HDCP 2.2 compatible. That same input has enough bandwidth to accept 4K 60p signals up to YCbCr 4:4:4 8bit or YCbCr 4:2:2 12bit, thus helping to ensure that the VPL-VW5000ES is prepared to handle all types of video content now and in the future.

The VPL-VW5000ES can be tilted as much as 30 degrees, allowing for flexible installations that take advantage of mirrors to place larger screens in smaller spaces, such as rear projection. Thanks to a newly developed liquid cooling system with low noise operation, the projector can also be located near viewers without impacting the enjoyment of a program's audio. The unit ships with a standard powered lens with a zoom ratio from 1.27 to 2.73:1 and lens shift capability of +/- 80% vertical and +/- 31% horizontal.

Benefits of the VPL-VW5000ES' laser light engine include fast on/off times with no waiting for the projector to cool down - which means you can immediately turn it back on to resume binge-watching your favorite show. The light engine delivers a long operational life with a linear decrease in brightness, so the color shifts seen with traditional lamp wear are not expected. But if the color settings do shift over time, the VPL-VW5000ES includes a built-in re-calibration function that can be used to test how much the projector has drifted from its original factory calibration and reset it.

The VPL-VW5000ES is available for pre-order now and is expected to ship in Spring 2016 at a suggested retail price of $60,000.

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Fashionable Accessories for Tech: OtterBox Limited Edition Nina Garcia Case Designs Available Now

FORT COLLINS, Colo., Oct. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Smartphones go beyond utilitarian tech tools. They are highly visible accessories of a modern life. Created in collaboration with Project Runway judge Nina Garcia, OtterBox Symmetry Series designs 'Under My Skin' and 'Perfected Angle' combine fashion-forward thinking with trusted OtterBox protection.

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"I chose snakeskin for my newest OtterBox case, as it truly is a timeless element," Garcia said. "We added vibrant hues, giving it a modern feel. The combination bursts with intensity - turning your phone into a gorgeous accessory."

Symmetry Series helps keep smartphones safe from bumps, shock and scratches in a super slim, sleek form. The case combines style and OtterBox Certified Drop+ Protection with wraparound graphics that provide visual appeal from every angle.

"Symmetry Series is our slimmest case but it still provides the confidence that comes from OtterBox Certified Drop+ Protection, so you don't have to sacrifice protection to show your personal style," said OtterBox President and CEO Pete Lindgren. "Nina Garcia is a leader in the fashion industry. Her expertise takes Symmetry Series to a new level of style-meets-functionality."

Limited edition 'Under My Skin' is available now and 'Perfected Angle' is coming soon for Symmetry Series for iPhone 6/6s, with iPhone 6 Plus/6s Plus available to pre-order on otterbox.com and at Best Buy for $39.95 while supplies last. For more information, visit otterbox.com.

About OtterBox:

Starting in 1998 with a line of dry boxes, OtterBox(®) has evolved into the No. 1-selling case for smartphones in the U.S. and a global leader in mobile device protection.(2) Its diverse lineup of protective solutions for smartphone and tablet devices is the result of precision engineering, diligent testing and continual technological advancement, giving technology users the confidence to make the most of their mobile world. OtterBox is an eight-time honoree on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest growing private companies in the U.S. and was named one of "America's Most Promising Companies" by Forbes Magazine. The company is headquartered in Fort Collins, Colo., with offices in San Diego; Boston; Cork, Ireland; and Hong Kong.

For more information, visit otterbox.com. Protecting your mobile world.

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(1) Symmetry Series is NOT protective against water. Will provide added protection against bumps and shock.

(2) No. 1-selling smartphone case source: The NPD Group/Retail Tracking Service: Cell Phone Device Protection/Units Sold 4/2014 - 3/2015

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Sony Electronics Announces 4K Home Theater Projectors at CEDIA 2015

Support for installers and customers continues to expand with improved 4K models and IP control added to full HD model

DALLAS, Oct. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- (CEDIA Booth #3701) - Today, Sony Electronics is expanding its home theater line-up by announcing new projectors at CEDIA 2015, further demonstrating its commitment to bringing content to life in breath-taking quality and to supporting its dealers and installers with key features. From native 4K to Full HD 3D resolution, the new Sony Home Theater projectors are packed with the latest innovative technologies to make home theater more enjoyable for end users and friendlier to install for dealers.

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New 4K models

The new projectors include the VPL-VW665ES and VPL-VW365ES, which deliver native 4K resolution for a truly immersive viewing experience. These projectors are the successors to Sony's hugely popular VPL-VW600ES and VPL-VW350ES projectors, and a new long-lasting lamp gives both up to 6,000 hours of performance, with high brightness and high contrast for even more vibrant images.

Sony is unrivalled in its ability to offer breath-taking image quality through native 4K resolution, and the VPL-VW665ES is compatible with HDMI input of HDR (High Dynamic Range) content with a 300,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio. HDR imagery comes closest to the reality our eyes see every day, with higher contrast, deeper blacks, and exceptional dynamic range. Sony is developing HDR support across its portfolio and the VPL-VW665ES gives home cinema enthusiasts the opportunity to experience total immersion in whatever they are watching.

The new VPL-VW665ES and VPL-VW365ES use advanced SXRD(TM) panels for a native 4K picture, with no artificial manipulation of pixels. Rich and accurate color reproduction is ensured by Sony's proprietary TRILUMINOS(TM) engine design, while Motionflow picture technology serves to deliver clearer, less blurry images when watching fast-paced, cinematic or sports action.

Both new models allow users to enjoy up-to-date 4K content services through the latest connectivity options using the latest HDMI standard and HDCP 2.2. A built-in RF 3D transmitter provides interface to industry-standard 3D glasses with a strong wireless signal for wider coverage and 3D synchronization stability. Professional calibration features allow operators to expertly adjust the picture to suit the viewers' tastes. These color correction tools allow access to adjust the hue, saturation, and brightness of each color and the color space for red, green, blue respectively, to their desired level.

"Ten years after introducing the world's first 4K projectors for the industry conversion from film-based to digital cinema in neighborhood theaters, Sony is releasing our next generation of 4K projectors for use in home theaters. These latest models continue to expand our support for enthusiasts and dealers with features like HDR and IP control," said Andre Floyd, Product Manager for projectors at Sony Electronics Inc. "By improving brightness, contrast and lamp life, and providing great calibration tools, we deliver users out-of-the-box optimized picture quality while enabling installation experts to tweak the image to meet the needs of a particular environment or a viewer's taste. Sony's 4K SXRD imaging technology remains the state of the art in home theater projection."

New VPL-HW65ES

The new VPL-HW65ES also launches at CEDIA, using full HD SXRD panels while borrowing interface and processing technology from its 4K cousins. The new model brings an advanced Reality Creation to the Full HD home theater experience along with higher brightness and longer lamp life of 6,000 hours. It also provides a built in RF 3D transmitter and a USB update function to enable the device's firmware to be updated via a simple download and thumb drive transfer. The added IP control interface gives the projector versatile home automation compatibility, which combines with its compact size and front exhaust for a range of flexible installation solutions.

PC-based Calibration Tool for 4K and HD models

Now installers can take advantage of Projector Calibration Pro software on HD through 4K Sony home theater models, allowing them to manipulate all of a projector's features from a simple PC interface, including the sophisticated color calibration tools. Setup configurations can be saved to a file to upload to any future installations, making future calibrations that much quicker. Additional adjustments made for a particular client can be saved in a separate file that will allow the installer to easily recall their original calibrations if ever needed to tweak that client's system in the future.

The new projectors will be available in October 2015 at a suggested retail price of $3,999 for the VPL-HW65ES, $9,999 for the VPL-VW365ES and $14,999 for the VPL-VW665ES.

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Xbox and YouTube team up for one-of-a-kind "Halo 5: Guardians" launch celebration

"Halo 5: Live" broadcast and global fan events commemorate biggest game launch in Xbox history.

REDMOND, Wash., Oct. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Halo fans around the world will join together on Oct. 26 to celebrate the global launch of "Halo 5: Guardians," one of the most anticipated games of 2015. Streaming exclusively on YouTube, "Halo 5: Live," a six-hour live broadcast, will kick off at 6 p.m. EDT on Oct. 26 and culminate at midnight when "Halo 5: Guardians" goes on sale in North America. The broadcast will feature exclusive gameplay reveals, celebrity appearances, live interviews with the 343 Industries development team and much more.

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"Halo 5: Guardians" is the most ambitious addition to the $4.6 billion sci-fi franchise to date, bringing together a gripping story, deep character narrative and teamwork-based gameplay. As a mysterious and unstoppable force threatens the universe, the Master Chief has gone AWOL and the UNSC's elite man hunter, Spartan Locke, is tasked with hunting him down. As the pursuit unfolds, players can band together in a four-player cooperative epic that spans three worlds, or challenge friends and rivals in new multiplayer modes.(1)

"'Halo 5: Guardians' is the game we have always dreamed of making, and it was important to us that Halo fans in every corner of the world could join us in an epic-scale launch celebration," said Bonnie Ross, corporate vice president and head of 343 Industries. "Whether they tune into the live broadcast on YouTube or come out and celebrate with us in person at one of our global fan events, we hope Halo Nation will help make 'Halo 5: Guardians' the biggest game launch in Xbox history."

Streaming a global celebration

The "Halo 5: Live" broadcast will connect millions of fans around the world, allowing viewers to watch, comment and virtually participate in multiple launch celebrations held in key international cities. Microsoft is reinventing the traditional video game launch, inviting fans to join in the celebration, no matter where they are located. Festivities currently planned include the following:

    --  The world premiere of "Halo: The Fall of Reach" episode one, the new
        animated series that tells the dramatic tale of the origin and intrigue
        behind the SPARTAN program that propelled characters like the Master
        Chief and Dr. Catherine Halsey into the pantheon of Halo lore.(2)
    --  The first Xbox roundtable featuring the writers behind "Halo 5:
        Guardians" and Nathan Fillion, the voice of Spartan Buck.
    --  Special documentaries will get up close and personal with Halo superfans
        around the world, showcasing what makes Halo Nation unlike any other
        community in gaming.
    --  A lucky fan in Australia will play "Halo 5: Guardians" from a helicopter
        flying over Sydney, as gameplay is broadcasted via a screen suspended
        from a second helicopter.
    --  In London, iconic entertainment venue The Roundhouse will transform into
        a "Halo 5: Guardians" celebration, with a friendly tournament between
        four teams of YouTube creators and fans. U.K. fans can win a chance to
        attend the London event by visiting http://bit.ly/1REsmt6.
    --  In celebration of a Halo superfan from Japan who has played over 10,000
        hours of Halo, Master Chief and Agent Locke action figurines will travel
        to the edge of space for the most epic Gamertag selfie.
    --  A Taiwanese cosplayer will bring his passion for the Master Chief to
        life when he collaborates with one of the hottest jewelry designers in
        Australia to recreate the Master Chief's helmet with more than 30,000
        Swarovski crystals. The one-of-a-kind helmet will be unveiled during the
        show and kick-start a chance for gamers around the world to bid on it
        for charity.
    --  In New Zealand, Halo fans will converge at the close of the Armageddon
        Expo for multiplayer sessions, cosplay displays and more.
    --  In Hong Kong, a real-life course inspired by the new "Halo 5: Guardians"
        competitive Arena multiplayer mode, "Breakout," will be constructed,
        putting Halo fans into real 4v4 combat. In New York City, a special fan
        destination will take place at the brand new flagship store Microsoft at
        Fifth Ave. and 53rd St., located in the heart of Manhattan and
        culminating in the midnight launch of "Halo 5: Guardians."
"Millions of our fans around the world are waiting in anticipation of the launch of 'Halo 5: Guardians,' so we wanted to do something special for them and launch a video game in a way that has never been done before," said Aaron Greenberg, head of games marketing for Xbox. "We are excited to stream the 'Halo 5: Guardians' launch exclusively through YouTube so fans can share in a New Year's Eve-like countdown moment together."

Special fan events will take place at all Microsoft stores. All stores will be streaming the "Halo 5: Live" broadcast and are offering an exclusive Halo poster with a $25 purchase, early gameplay and more for the midnight launch of "Halo 5: Guardians." Fans can also enter a sweepstakes to win a trip for two to Seattle for a tour of the Xbox and 343 studios. More information can be found on the Microsoft store Facebook page.

The full "Halo 5: Live" launch day programming lineup will be announced soon. Additional "Halo 5: Live" details can be found at https://www.xbox.com/Halo5Live.

About the Halo franchise

Exclusively published by Microsoft Studios and developed by 343 Industries, the Halo franchise is an award-winning collection of properties that has transcended video games and grown into a global entertainment phenomenon. Beginning with the original "Halo: Combat Evolved" (2001), the critically acclaimed and record-shattering series of games has reinvented how people think about video games and has since built a fan base of millions worldwide and inspired multiple New York Times best-selling novels, a live-action digital series, comic books, action figures, apparel and more.

About Xbox

Xbox is Microsoft's premier entertainment brand for the TV, phone, PC and tablet. In living rooms or on the go, Xbox is home to the best and broadest games, as well as one of the world's largest libraries of movies, TV, music and sports. Your favorite games, TV and entertainment come to life in new ways through the power of Kinect, Xbox SmartGlass and Xbox Live, the world's premier social entertainment network. More information about Xbox can be found online at http://www.xbox.com.

About Microsoft

Microsoft (Nasdaq "MSFT" @microsoft) is the leading platform and productivity company for the mobile-first, cloud-first world, and its mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more.

(1) Online multiplayer requires Xbox Live Gold subscription (sold separately).

(2) "Halo: The Fall of Reach" animated series is streaming only via Halo Channel and requires broadband Internet; ISP fees apply.

More details about Xbox One, Xbox One games and the latest Xbox news can be found at http://news.xbox.com.

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Kaleidescape to Offer 4K Ultra HD Films from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment for its New Strato Movie Players

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Oct. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Kaleidescape, Inc., a leading manufacturer of premium movie players and servers for the home, today announced that it has entered into a license agreement with Sony Pictures Home Entertainment to offer 4K Ultra HD films for download from the Kaleidescape Movie Store.  In addition, the company announced that the sale of each new Kaleidescape Strato Movie Player will include five downloadable movies of the customer's choice from a list of Sony Pictures Home Entertainment 4K Ultra HD titles.

Kaleidescape serves the luxury video market, where discerning consumers demand both convenience and uncompromised quality. The Strato Movie Player is the centerpiece of Kaleidescape's new Encore product line. Strato offers unsurpassed video and audio performance for playing high-bit-rate 4K Ultra HD movies. The Encore line has improved the renowned Kaleidescape user experience with groundbreaking visual impact and fluid animation, in full 4K Ultra HD, with high dynamic range, at up to 60 frames per second.

Since the new Strato Movie Players play back downloaded movies from the hard drive, Kaleidescape can deliver 4K Ultra HD movies in 10-bit video with playback bit rates between 50 and 100 Mbps. Careful attention to detail ensures that the picture is reproduced as the filmmaker intended, while lossless multichannel audio completes a true cinematic experience.

"Kaleidescape continues to innovate by focusing on the delivery of the high-quality consumer experiences," said Jason Spivak, EVP, Worldwide Digital Distribution and North America Sales, SPHE. "We are excited to bring our ever-expanding catalog of 4K Ultra HD titles to Kaleidescape movie enthusiasts."

Kaleidescape customers can also upgrade their previously purchased UltraViolet SD and HD Sony Pictures titles to 4K Ultra HD format, where available.

"Kaleidescape's focus on quality and experience goes well beyond playing back movies," said Cheena Srinivasan, Founder and CEO of Kaleidescape. "It encompasses our Movie Store, our gorgeous on-screen user interface, and everything else we do. Kaleidescape pioneered the inclusion of many value-added features for Internet-delivered movies. We give our audience the opportunity to relive the best parts of a movie with instant access to bookmarked scenes and songs, and provide seamless integration with home-automation controls. While customers expect quality in a luxury product, Kaleidescape adds an unexpected level of simplicity and convenience that has come to define our brand."

Sony Pictures 4K Ultra HD titles will be available in the Kaleidescape Movie Store for customers in the United States, Canada, and UK. Retail prices will be around $30 per movie in the United States and Canada, and about £20 in the UK. Kaleidescape's Strato Movie Players are expected to ship in early Q1 2016.

About Kaleidescape
Kaleidescape designs and manufactures movie players and servers for the home that deliver an unparalleled cinematic experience for movie lovers worldwide. The Kaleidescape Movie Store provides movies downloads in true 4K and Blu-ray quality. Cinema buffs, parents with young children, and busy professionals seeking quality time with family and friends have chosen Kaleidescape for their home-cinema. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Kaleidescape sells its products through custom installation dealers and distributors around the world. For more information, please visit http://www.kaleidescape.com.

About Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment (SPHE) is a Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) company. Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) is a subsidiary of Sony Entertainment Inc., a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Corporation. SPE's global operations encompass motion picture production, acquisition and distribution; television production, acquisition and distribution; television networks; digital content creation and distribution; operation of studio facilities; and development of new entertainment products, services and technologies. For additional information, go to http://www.sonypictures.com.

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Kaleidescape Announces Its Third-Generation Movie Store, Featuring 4K Ultra HD Titles for Download to Kaleidescape's New Movie Players

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Oct. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Kaleidescape, Inc., the leading manufacturer of premium movie players and servers for the home, today announced the third generation of the Kaleidescape Movie Store. The company has licensed over 11,000 movies and 1,500 television seasons from a majority of the major motion-picture studios, in the highest available quality. The selection now includes over 100 4K Ultra HD titles for download to the company's new Encore line of movie players and servers. Kaleidescape will also offer high-dynamic-range (HDR) titles as they become available.

"Our movie store continues to evolve, and we're very pleased to now offer true 4K Ultra HD content for download to Kaleidescape Encore products," said Cheena Srinivasan, Kaleidescape co-founder and CEO. "Our unique approach of delivering premium-quality content with lossless multichannel audio, storing the movies on local disk drives, and playing them back at the highest bit rate is how we deliver a stunning home-cinema experience. Now, through the Kaleidescape Movie Store, we present a large selection of 4K content, as well as thousands of movies in true Blu-ray quality, which look fabulous on high-end 4K Ultra HD televisions."

Since its inception, the Kaleidescape Movie Store has endeavored to be a best-in-class retail movie destination. A recommendation engine learns customers' preferences and offers personalized selections for easy purchase and download. Kaleidescape also presents "disc-to-digital" offers, where customers can upgrade to the highest quality electronic format for the titles they already own.

"Kaleidescape is the very best way to watch a movie at home," said Michael Lawder, a long-time Kaleidescape customer. "There is nothing else that even comes close.  The experience is what grabs you. It is the fastest, simplest, most elegant way to watch and explore movies that you love, and it is why I love Kaleidescape.  What's more, with the Kaleidescape Store, I can buy movies on the Internet that play back with perfect quality--no interruptions or delays--and without the hassle of using discs." 

About Kaleidescape
Kaleidescape designs and manufactures movie players and servers that deliver an unparalleled cinematic experience for movie lovers worldwide. The company also operates the Kaleidescape Movie Store, the only source for Internet-delivered movies with true 4K and Blu-ray quality. Thousands of cinema buffs, parents with young children, and busy professionals seeking quality time with family and friends have chosen Kaleidescape. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Kaleidescape sells its products through custom-installation dealers and distributors around the world. For more information, please visit http://www.kaleidescape.com.

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thinkASG Joins Permabit Channel to Supply SANblox Data Reduction Appliance

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Oct.15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Permabit Technology Corporation, the industry leader in data reduction technology, today announced thinkASG, a leading provider of IT consulting and solutions in Southern California , has joined the company's partner network of solution providers, value-added resellers, and distributors, bringing Permabit's Albireo SANblox(TM) appliance to the IT marketplace.

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thinkASG  focuses on building long-term relationships with its clients and has over 20 years of experience helping clients execute business-critical tasks, manage and get the most value from business data, and adapt to new technology opportunities, such as cloud.

SANblox is a unique data reduction appliance for Fibre Channel-attached storage that pairs Permabit's industry-leading deduplication index with its best in class HIOPS Compression(TM) technology. It delivers immediate data reduction for flash, hybrid or HDD storage products across a wide range of applications, including virtual server, VDI, copy data, database (OLTP and data warehouse), analytics and Big Data environments.

SANblox can be deployed in a matter of hours for immediate storage savings in all-flash, hybrid, or HDD environments. With inline data reduction, storage savings from deduplication and compression are realized immediately while increasing effective capacity and reducing costs. SANblox deployment flexibility also enables selective use of deduplication and/or compression on data stores, enabling users to choose the data reduction techniques that best meet their needs.

"thinkASG excels at guiding customers through the changing storage marketplace, and Permabit's data reduction technology helps by enabling high performance, high capacity storage at dramatically reduced TCO," said Scott Skidmore, Permabit VP of Sales. "We are thrilled to welcome thinkASG to Permabit's reseller and distributor network and are fully committed to their success."

"SANblox allows us to immediately deliver the industry's highest performing, most scalable and lowest footprint data reduction to our clients with Fibre Channel SAN environments," said David Browning, CEO, thinkASG. "Our clients who incorporate SANblox within their hybrid, disk and flash storage arrays can immediately increase their storage capacity and reduce their operating costs, with little to no impact on performance and minimal change to their existing environments."

"Simply put, SANblox is a true data reduction appliance, easy to set up and very quick time to value for our customers," said Tony Roberts, Senior Solutions Architect, thinkASG.  "Putting these in our designs adds flexibility and modern data reduction technology that works in heterogeneous environments."

About thinkASG
thinkASG is a leading provider of IT consulting and solutions in Southern California. We focus on building long-term relationships with our clients, and we have over 20 years of experience helping our clients execute business-critical tasks, manage and get the most value from business data, and adapt to new technology opportunities, such as cloud. Our goal is to provide strategic outcomes that align technology with the goals and objectives of your business.

thinkASG is headquartered in Lake Forest, CA. For more information, visit http://www.thinkasg.com or email info@thinkasg.com.

About Permabit
Permabit pioneers development of data reduction technologies. Our innovative data deduplication, compression and thin provisioning products enable the world's leading storage OEMs to cut effective cost, accelerate performance, reduce time to market and gain competitive advantage. Just as server virtualization revolutionized the economics of compute, our data reduction technologies are transforming storage economics, today.

Permabit is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts with operations in California, Texas, Florida, Korea and Japan. For more information, visit http://www.permabit.com.

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Kaleidescape Announces New Encore Line of Products-Industry's First 4K Ultra HD High-Dynamic-Range Movie Player

The renowned Kaleidescape user experience in spectacular 4K

Largest selection of 4K Ultra HD Hollywood titles

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Oct. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Kaleidescape, Inc., the leading manufacturer of premium movie players and servers, today announced the launch of a new product line called Encore. The centerpiece of Encore is the Kaleidescape Strato Movie Player, the world's first 4K Ultra HD high-dynamic-range movie player for the home. Strato renders movies in the most stunning video and audio quality available.

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The Encore line also includes the Kaleidescape Alto Movie Player, a new movie server named Terra, and a disc server that makes it easy to select and play DVDs and Blu-ray discs on a Strato or Alto movie player.

Strato is designed to provide an immersive home-cinema experience, with playback quality that matches or surpasses that of commercial theaters. Each movie is downloaded and stored on a local hard drive--either on a Strato, or on a Terra Movie Server.  Strato plays back the movie in full 4K Ultra HD, at up to 60 frames per second, without the startup delays, buffering messages, or quality drops that are so common with streaming services. Strato supports lossless multichannel audio, and is capable of playing HDR content on televisions and projectors that can process open standard 10-bit HDMI® 2.0a HDR. The Strato onscreen user interface is also displayed in full 4K Ultra HD, at 60 frames per second, resulting in fluid animation and a stunning visual impact.

Strato can be purchased with or without an internal 6 TB hard drive that can store up to 100 4K Ultra HD movies, 150 Blu-ray quality movies, or 900 DVD quality movies. Strato equipped with an internal hard drive can be used standalone or in a system comprised of other Encore components. The Strato without internal storage plays back from a movie server.

The company also announced two new models of the Kaleidescape Alto Movie Player. One comes with a 6 TB internal hard drive; the other has no internal movie storage and plays back from a movie server. Alto plays Blu-ray and DVD quality movies downloaded from the Kaleidescape Movie Store. It can also play Blu-ray discs and DVDs via its built-in Blu-ray drive or from a Kaleidescape Disc Server.

The Kaleidescape Terra Movie Server stores movies and serves them to players on the home network. Terra also provides computing and caching services that enhance the performance of Strato and Alto movie players, and enables system configurations with up to 50 players. The Terra Movie Server can simultaneously stream 4K movies to up to seven Strato players, or Blu-ray quality movies to up to 15 players (Strato or Alto).

"I've long argued that streaming offers immediacy and convenience, but the Internet can't deliver a reliable high-bitrate content stream, such as 4K, unless it is heavily compressed," said industry analyst Dan Rayburn, Principal Analyst at Frost & Sullivan. "Kaleidescape's model of downloading and playing back from a local hard drive is the only way to get Internet-delivered content to match a 4K disc experience. Many of the service providers touting 4K content are capping their streaming bitrates at 16 Mbps. So, naturally, Strato's local playback--with bitrates up to 100 Mbps--will deliver better picture and sound quality," he added.

"For people like me, who are into home cinema, Kaleidescape's 4K movie player is the only option," said Michael Hunkapiller, a long-time Kaleidescape customer. "What is exciting about this announcement is that I get to enjoy all the benefits of the Kaleidescape experience, while continuing to keep up with the state-of-the-art audio and video technologies, such as 4K Ultra HD, HDR, and Dolby Atmos. Whenever available, I choose to purchase movies from the Kaleidescape Movie Store, instead of on discs. The store offers the same pristine quality, coupled with the convenience of Internet delivery. I use the Kaleidescape Disc Server for movies I can't find anywhere but on disc. This is the ultimate movie-lover's dream."

Additional facts about the new products:

    --  Multiple Kaleidescape Encore products function as one system--sharing
        content. The onscreen user interface aggregates and displays these
        shared movies as a unified collection. This feature has been the
        hallmark of Kaleidescape since the company's inception. Users can browse
        their collections by title, genre, actor, director, and other criteria.
    --  Kaleidescape Strato is a vendor-neutral 4K media source, meaning that it
        works with any 4K television or projector that supports HDMI 2.0 or
        2.0a, and provides access to thousands of movies from major Hollywood
        motion-picture studios via the Kaleidescape Movie Store.
"We are very proud to introduce our new Encore line of movie players and servers, which provides the industry's finest sound and picture quality, and the most entertaining and convenient way to experience your movies at home," said Cheena Srinivasan, Kaleidescape co-founder and CEO. "Our new Strato movie player provides the most authentic home-cinema experience. Our new Terra product is Kaleidescape's third-generation movie server; it incorporates everything we learned from the first two generations. These new products are supported by the release of our new movie store, which is more attractive and easier to navigate than ever before. To date, Kaleidescape has licensed over 11,000 movies and 1,500 television seasons for our movie store. We also provide a way for you to seamlessly integrate your DVDs and Blu-ray discs with the content you download from our movie store."

Kaleidescape Alto and the Kaleidescape Disc Server are available now. Kaleidescape Terra will be available in November. Kaleidescape Strato will be available in the United States, Canada, and U.K. in early Q1, 2016. In the United States and Canada, the Strato MSRP will be $4,495 for the model with an internal 6 TB hard drive, and $3,495 for the model with no internal movie storage.

About Kaleidescape:

Kaleidescape designs and manufactures movie players and servers that deliver an unparalleled cinematic experience for movie lovers worldwide. The company also designs and operates the Kaleidescape Movie Store--the only source for Internet-delivered movies in the highest quality audio and video. Cinema buffs, parents with young children, and busy professionals seeking quality time with family and friends have chosen Kaleidescape as their home-cinema cornerstone. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Kaleidescape sells its products through custom installation dealers and distributors around the world. For more information, please visit http://www.kaleidescape.com.

Copyright © 2015 Kaleidescape, Inc. All rights reserved. Kaleidescape and the Kaleidescape logo are trademarks of Kaleidescape, Inc. and are registered in the United States and certain other jurisdictions. Encore, Strato, Alto, and Terra are trademarks of Kaleidescape, Inc. HDMI is a trademark or registered trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. Dolby is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories. Other trademarks and trade names are owned by third parties and may be registered in some jurisdictions.

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VIZIO Showcases Premium Reference Series Collection Featuring Dolby Vision High Dynamic Range Support at CEDIA 2015

Commitment to Custom Installation Market Demonstrated Through Relationship with PowerHouse Alliance

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- VIZIO, Inc. today announced the demonstration of its all-new Reference Series collection at CEDIA 2015 in Dallas, TX.  As the industry's first-ever complete 4K Ultra HD High Dynamic Range solution with Dolby Vision(TM) playback technology, the premium VIZIO Reference Series is the ideal solution for the PowerHouse Alliance network of custom installers looking to give their discerning customers the very best in home theater.  Available in 65" and 120" class sizes, the Reference Series is packed with groundbreaking innovations such as Ultra Color Spectrum(TM) for a wider color gamut, a quantum dot panel in the 65" class model, an 800-nit, Full-Array LED backlight and 384 Active LED Zones® for a stunningly vivid Ultra HD picture. Interested consumers can submit their orders now at VIZIO.com and CEDIA 2015 exhibitors can find the 65" and 120" VIZIO Reference Series models in booth 4142.

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Custom installers will utilize direct IR inputs and a database of discrete IR codes to cleanly and simply integrate the Reference Series with a customer's home automation system. To help ensure a premium experience, VIZIO has worked with PowerHouse Alliance to train its installer community on specifications necessary for consumer and commercial spaces.

"The Reference Series is a premium, state-of-the-art product that warrants professional installation to maximize the consumer experience," said Matt McRae, Chief Technology Officer, VIZIO.  "VIZIO is excited to be working with PowerHouse Alliance to bring the collection to the custom installation market. As the first-ever 4K Ultra HD High Dynamic Range TV that offers a complete, end-to-end solution with Dolby Vision, the Reference Series truly raises the bar for cinephiles who expect nothing but the very best out of their technology. High Dynamic Range combined with Ultra Color Spectrum are enabled through proprietary, custom panel technologies creating a television that redefines 'home theater' and challenges preexisting contrast ratio and color gamut standards."

Designed for cinephiles and high-end commercial audio/visual applications, the premium Reference Series collection pushes the boundaries of brightness, color and contrast. Unlike most TVs, which can only reproduce Rec. 709 - the long-time color space standard - Reference Series features Ultra Color Spectrum technology for a wider color gamut, with a quantum dot panel in the 65" class model, rendering colors closer to the range a human eye can see. The incredible picture is enhanced further by a Full-Array 800-nit LED backlight with an unprecedented 384 Active LED Zones, enabling a wider range of luminance and precise contrast control.

Dolby Vision playback technology on the Reference Series enables a dramatically enhanced viewing experience, with increased brightness capacity and color accuracy. With enhanced reproduction of luminance, Dolby Vision creates a new level of high contrast range with true-to-life intensity, more accurately reproducing the nuances in every picture.

Additional Reference Series Collection Features Include:

    --  Custom Installation-friendly features like direct, rear-panel IR input
        with discrete IR commands that are available on request
    --  Blazing fast 802.11ac dual-band WiFi for a fast, efficient streaming
        experience
    --  VIZIO Internet Apps Plus(®) for access to content to a variety of
        popular apps (1)
    --  Seamless discovery and organization of apps with support from the HEVC
        H.265 codec and the VIZIO V6 six-core processor
    --  Clear Action(TM) 1800 and a blazing fast 240 Hz effective refresh rate
        achieved with backlight scanning for superior motion clarity and a VM50
        Engine for dedicated Ultra HD motion and picture-processing.
    --  A powerful Spatial Scaling Engine(TM) beautifully transforms ordinary
        1080p pixels to finer, more accurate Ultra HD pixels
    --  Future-ready HDMI ports to help ensure usability of next generation
        cable and satellite receivers, Blu-ray(TM) players and game consoles
    --  Integrated home theater audio in the 65" class model supplemented by a
        powerful 10" wireless subwoofer and two rear satellite speakers
    --  Top-of-the-line audio technologies from Dolby and DTS(TM), including
        over 101 dB of crystal-clear sound with less than 1% harmonic
        distortion(2)
    --  Custom designed wall mount included with the 120-inch model
The Reference Series is a unique, premium home theater experience and the ideal compliment to the custom installation market. In addition to providing custom installers access to the Reference Series' state-of-the-art capabilities, PowerHouse Alliance dealers also have access to VIZIO's full collection of products, including E-, M- and P-Series models. This breadth of product gives custom installers more options to meet customers' needs.

Customers can visit VIZIO.com now to submit their 65" or 120" VIZIO Reference Series order. PowerHouse Alliance installers in the customer's area will then reach out to coordinate delivery, and installation.

    VIZIO 65" Reference Series
     4K Ultra HD Smart TV
     (R65-B2)                                     $5,999.99 (MSRP)

    VIZIO 120" Reference Series
     4K Ultra HD Smart TV
     (RS120-B3)                                 $129,999.99 (MSRP)
(1)The applications and content of the VIZIO Internet Apps Plus® described herein may only be available in certain countries and languages, may require additional fees or subscription charges, and may be subject to future updates, modifications or discontinuation without notice. VIZIO has no control over third party application or content and assumes no responsibility for the availability or interruption of such application or content. Additional third-party terms, condition and restrictions apply(.  )High-speed/Broadband Internet service, app subscription and access equipment are required and not provided by VIZIO. 

(2)Sound Pressure Level measured using pink noise at 1 meter, C-weighted. Total harmonic distortion calculated as electrical measurement of amplifier distortion.

About VIZIO
VIZIO's mission is to deliver the ultimate entertainment experience through our community of connected consumers, advertisers and media content providers. Through our connected entertainment platform, VIZIO is transforming the way consumers discover and experience media content. Since our founding in California in 2002, VIZIO has built an industry-leading brand and sold over 65 million products, including televisions, sound bars and other devices. VIZIO has achieved significant U.S. market share and held the #1 unit share position in the U.S. sound bar industry(1) and the #2 unit share position in the U.S. Smart HDTV industry in 2014(2). VIZIO product leadership is highlighted by a number of industry reviews and awards including a 2015 CNET Editors' Rating of 4 stars for a review of our E-Series Smart TVs(3), 2015 Editors' Choice award from Reviewed.com for our M-Series 4K Ultra HD Smart TVs(4) and Sound & Vision's Top Picks of 2014 for 42" and 54" Home Theater Sound Bar Systems. For more information, please call 888-VIZIOCE or visit http://www.VIZIO.com.

© 2015 VIZIO, Inc. VIZIO, the V Logo, VIZIO Internet Apps Plus, Active LED Zones and other terms and phrases are trademarks or registered trademarks of VIZIO, Inc. All other trademarks and logos are property of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

(1)The NPD Group/Retail Tracking Service, sound bar units sold in the U.S., January 2014--December 2014.

(2)The NPD Group/Retail Tracking Service, LCD TV units with Apps included and display resolution of 1336 x 768 and higher, total units sold in the U.S., January 2014--December 2014. 

(3)Visit cnet.com for the full 2015 VIZIO E-Series Review, published 6/6/15 

(4)Visit reviewed.com for the full 2015 VIZIO M-Series Review, published 6/29/15

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Super Sequel for Back to the Future Day: Arx Pax Reveals Next-Gen Hoverboard

"The Future" has finally arrived with US Patent for the world's first hoverboard

Quieter, sleeker, more energy-efficient Hendo 2.0 is ready to ride

LOS GATOS, Calif., Oct. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Fun seekers, film fans and futurists everywhere have something to celebrate: Arx Pax, inventor of Magnetic Field Architecture (MFA(TM)) and the world's first real hoverboard, will unveil its next-gen hoverboard--Hendo 2.0--on October 21, 2015. Its more true-to-skateboard-like design was inspired by close collaboration between Tony Hawk and Arx Pax's design team. "Getting Tony's feedback made a huge difference in our design approach," said Greg Henderson, Arx Pax co-founder and CEO. "After some long discussions, we all agreed that the hoverboard should be as intuitive as possible, so we used a traditional deck as the user interface." This thinking also led the team to modify actual skateboard trucks as part of the structural control system.

Hendo 2.0 features a sleeker design, improved rider control and quieter hover engines to bring hoverboard fans around the world one step closer to the board everyone has yearned for since Marty McFly hovered across our movie screens 26 years ago. Bob Gale, the prescient screenwriter/producer who created the original hoverboard concept for BTTF movies, said after a recent visit to Arx Pax, "It was a total high riding the Hendo because it embodied what we were trying to create in 1989. The Hendersons' movie-inspired technology has led to not only a functional hoverboard, but also other fascinating hover applications."

The Arx Pax team timed the Hendo 2.0 release to celebrate the iconic "destination time," from BTTF Part II: October 21, 2015. That said, MFA is no mere movie special effect. The technology has the potential to revolutionize numerous markets, including transportation, industrial automation, structural isolation, space, entertainment/recreation and education.

"We're thrilled to be associated with BTTF's imaginative technologies, especially since ours is now a reality," said Jill Henderson, co-founder and Chief Communication Officer at Arx Pax. "Our second-generation hover engines, which power Hendo 2.0, are stronger, more efficient, and open up new possibilities for the way we transport objects and people. We've all heard of wearables; it's time to start thinking about moveables."

Arx Pax developed this more intuitive and easy-to-ride board for its passionate Kickstarter backers with help from local partners like Santa Cruz-based Caliber Truck Co. and Hayward-based Farasis Energy.

Key improvements of the Hendo 2.0 Hoverboard:

    --  Skateboard-like deck for improved rider control with a familiar user
        interface;
    --  Improved power system with additional charging and power management
        features, USB connectivity and longer battery life;
    --  Better traction using modified skateboard-style trucks integrated with
        the hover engines to provide more intuitive control;
    --  Simplified engine controls for users to easily connect and disconnect;
    --  Wireless safety switch that allows the user to turn the hoverboard off
        remotely;
    --  Stronger hover engine performance from a more efficient design; and
    --  Sleeker profile and improved balance due to advanced engine design that
        employs a modular MFA array for enhanced performance.
About Arx Pax
Arx Pax, LLC is the Silicon Valley technology company that invented the patented Magnetic Field Architecture (MFA) technology, a more efficient way to transmit electromagnetic energy. Strategic applications of MFA technology and the use of MFA-based hover engines include structural isolation, recreation and entertainment, industrial automation, and transportation. MFA will fundamentally change the way people work, play and live. For more information, please visit http://www.arxpax.com. Patent No: US 9,126,487 B2.

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Turtle Beach Corporation Changes The Landscape Of Hearing Healthcare And Home Entertainment With HyperSound Clear

Company Announces Upcoming Launch of its Breakthrough Directed Audio Product Shown to Significantly Improve Sound Clarity and Speech Intelligibility for People Living with Hearing Loss for a Better Home Entertainment Experience

For a Limited Time, Turtle Beach is Offering Complimentary White Glove Installation Service for Each HyperSound Clear Unit Sold in the U.S.

SAN DIEGO, Oct. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Turtle Beach Corporation (NASDAQ: HEAR), the leading-edge audio technology company, today announced it will begin fulfilling initial orders for its breakthrough hearing healthcare device, HyperSound Clear(TM), in the next three weeks, and that the product will be available to purchase through hearing healthcare providers for a MSRP of $1,675.

HyperSound(®) technology is a fundamentally new approach to sound delivery that generates a highly directional, narrow beam of audio in the air. Similar to how a flashlight directs a beam of light, HyperSound Clear directs a beam of audio to targeted listeners, which has been shown to significantly improve sound clarity and speech intelligibility in individuals with hearing loss(1). HyperSound Clear works in parallel with the audio from the TV or home theater system, so a person with hearing loss will experience immersive, 3D audio when sitting in the HyperSound beam, while everyone else in the room hears audio from the TV speakers or home theater system at a normal volume level. This means that people with hearing loss, along with family members and friends, can once again return to the family room to enjoy the latest home entertainment together.

Additionally, through their partnership with CaptionCall(®) Turtle Beach is offering complimentary white glove installation for a limited time for each HyperSound Clear unit sold in the U.S., where the Company will ensure the first-of-its-kind directed audio solution for people with hearing loss is installed and setup for the optimal home listening experience.

"We're extremely pleased to get this truly amazing new product launched, as we believe it will improve the quality of life for people living with hearing loss," said Rodney Schutt, SVP and General Manager for the HyperSound business at Turtle Beach Corporation. "With nearly 50 million people in the U.S. and 360 million people around the world with hearing loss, and approximately 80% of patients specifically telling their hearing healthcare providers they're having trouble hearing and understanding the TV, we know there's a significant audience of people who can benefit from adding HyperSound Clear into their home entertainment setup."

With strong initial pre-orders, Turtle Beach will begin a staged roll-out of the first shipments of HyperSound Clear units to its partners - some of the biggest companies in hearing healthcare, including American Hearing Aid Associates, Audiology Management Group, Inc., Amplified Resource Group, LLC, AuDConnex, Battery Benelux BV, Beltone New England and Fuel Medical Group, LLC. Consumers interested in purchasing HyperSound Clear should speak with their hearing healthcare provider for availability details. Additionally, HyperSound Clear is customizable for up to two individuals, and will be programmed by a hearing healthcare professional to a specific user's hearing profile to deliver optimal results. Once purchased, programmed and brought home, patients in the U.S. will be contacted by a member from CaptionCall to schedule the complimentary in-home installation.

In a third-party/internal study(2) conducted during HyperSound Clear's development, 58 adults were provided an opportunity to participate in a demonstration of the product, with intriguing results. In a simulated at-home listening environment in the unaided condition, a substantial majority of participants reported HyperSound Clear enhanced both their overall listening experience and speech recognition ability for television viewing. When asked how much they liked their overall experience with HyperSound Clear, nearly 70% of subjects in the study rated the overall listening experience to be either a 4/5 or 5/5. When asked how much HyperSound Clear improved their ability to hear and understand speech, the results were similar, this time with nearly 80% of subjects in the study giving a rating of either 4/5 for ("marked improvement"), or 5/5 for ("tremendous improvement").

"One of the main joys of being a doctor is knowing you're helping people, and my favorite part of working with the team at Turtle Beach on HyperSound Clear has been those moments shared with patients when they experience the immediate results of hearing clearly," said Dr. Mehta(3), Founder and Medical Director of the California Hearing & Balance Center. "Looking beyond the scientific evidence, the human reaction is all I need to see to know it works. I've witnessed the full range of patients' emotions reacting to HyperSound Clear. Whether they become instantly giddy and smile and laugh or are overcome with emotion, no matter which way you slice it, you know they are having a life-changing experience by being able to hear the television clearly again."

Dr. Mehta continued, "This is a significant step not only for individuals with hearing loss, but for our industry as a whole because one of the biggest obstacles we face is the approximate 10 year gap between when someone first notices a problem with their hearing and when they obtain hearing aids. Unfortunately, although difficulty hearing and understanding the TV is an early sign of hearing loss, most people simply choose to turn-up the volume as opposed to seeking help. When you add HyperSound Clear as an all-new, gateway product that directly addresses the issue of hearing and understanding the TV as an alternative option for those who choose not to purchase hearing aids, it certainly has the potential to shorten the aforementioned 10 year gap. This is because people will sooner realize the significant improvement in speech intelligibility can also be achieved in everyday listening environments by adopting hearing aids. That's why HyperSound Clear is such a refreshing, technological breakthrough for hearing healthcare as a whole."

"The moment we first experienced HyperSound, we instantly recognized its potential and jumped at the opportunity to acquire the technology, knowing full-well we could leverage our 40 years of audio commercialization expertise to bring this groundbreaking, new type of audio product to multiple markets," said Juergen Stark, CEO, Turtle Beach Corporation. "Since January 2014, we've focused on bringing HyperSound Clear to the hearing healthcare market as a first major consumer opportunity for the technology, with the goal of recreating that home entertainment environment that everyone with and without hearing loss can enjoy together again."

Hearing loss is a growing, widespread issue that impacts people of all ages and often carries with it serious implications for one's health, relationships, and overall well-being. As people initially begin to lose their hearing, they inevitably rely on increasing the TV volume to compensate. Unfortunately, this has the potential to create a divide in the household, as most people don't want to be in the same room watching TV with somebody with hearing loss when the volume is cranked-up. A nationwide survey(4) of nearly 4,000 adults and their significant others shows a considerably higher rate of depression, anxiety, and other psychosocial disorders in adults with untreated hearing loss.

Researchers estimate that one in five Americans, and one in three people over age 65, suffer from hearing loss. Impacting over 48 million Americans, hearing loss is the third most common chronic physical condition in the United States. An estimated 360 million people worldwide suffer from some form of hearing loss, and HyperSound Clear is on the verge of offering a new way for people with hearing loss to once again enjoy home entertainment.

To learn more about HyperSound technology and HyperSound Clear, please visit the official website at http://hypersoundhearing.com.

About Turtle Beach Corporation
Turtle Beach Corporation (http://www.turtlebeachcorp.com) designs leading-edge audio products for the consumer, commercial and healthcare markets. Under the Turtle Beach brand (http://www.turtlebeach.com), the Company markets a wide selection of quality gaming headsets catering to a variety of gamers' needs and budgets, for use with video game consoles, including officially-licensed headsets for the Xbox One and PlayStation(®)4, as well as for personal computers and mobile/tablet devices. Under the HyperSound brand (http://www.hypersound.com), the Company markets pioneering directed audio solutions that have applications in digital signage and kiosks, consumer electronics and healthcare. The company's shares are traded on the NASDAQ Exchange under the symbol: HEAR.

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release includes forward-looking information and statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Except for historical information contained in this release, statements in this release may constitute forward-looking statements regarding assumptions, projections, expectations, targets, intentions or beliefs about future events. Forward looking statements are based on management's statements containing the words "may", "could", "would", "should", "believe", "expect", "anticipate", "plan", "estimate", "target", "project", "intend" and similar expressions constitute forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement. Forward-looking statements are based on management's current belief, as well as assumptions made by, and information currently available to, management.

While the Company believes that its expectations are based upon reasonable assumptions, there can be no assurances that its goals and strategy will be realized. Numerous factors, including risks and uncertainties, may affect actual results and may cause results to differ materially from those expressed in forward-looking statements made by the Company or on its behalf. Some of these factors include, but are not limited to, the substantial uncertainties inherent in acceptance of existing and future products, the difficulty of commercializing and protecting new technology, the impact of competitive products and pricing, general business and economic conditions, risks associated with the expansion of our business including the implementation of any businesses we acquire, our indebtedness, and other factors discussed in our public filings, including the risk factors included in the Company's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and the Company's other periodic reports. Except as required by applicable law, including the securities laws of the United States and the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Company any is under no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement after the date of this release whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise.

(1 )Mehta, R., Mattson, S., & Seitzman, R., Kappas, B. (2015, August). Speech recognition in the sound field: directed audio vs. conventional speakers. Audiology Online, Article 14901. Retrieved from http://www.audiologyonline.com.

(2 )Dr. Mehta is a consultant for Turtle Beach Corporation and has received stock options as compensation for his work related to the HyperSound Clear product.

(3 )Taylor B., Hartenstein R., Gruttadauria S. (Sept/Oct. 2015). Patient Preferences for a Directed Audio Solution. Hearing Review.

(4 )Untreated Hearing Loss in Adults- A Growing National Epidemic. American Speech-Language Hearing Association.

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CONTACT: Media, MacLean Marshall, PR/Communications Director, Turtle Beach Corp., 858.914.5093, maclean.marshall@turtlebeach.com, Investors: Cody Slach, Investor Relations, Liolios, 949.574.3860, hear@liolios.com

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

Kolibree's New Smart Toothbrush - Intelligence at Play

Kolibree adds more features, advanced gaming

NEW YORK, Oct. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- The ongoing challenge of getting your kids to brush their teeth just got easier with the introduction of Kolibree's new smart toothbrush and advanced Kolibree app.

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Now with Go Pirate 2, the industry's most engaging smart toothbrush game for children, and Coach, prompting adults with a mindful approach to preventive dental care, Kolibree's Bluetooth connected sonic toothbrush with 3D motion sensors might be considered the best bathroom invention since toothpaste!

Kids who previously avoided toothbrushing now look forward to it, and their parents can monitor daily brushing without a hassle.

New Features and Enhancements

    --  Go Pirate 2, the kids' game - Proper brushing is rewarded through
        scores, badges and advancing age-based levels; the leaderboard enables
        friendly family competition.
    --  Kolibree Index - combines frequency, regularity and quality of brushing
        to keep tabs on dental hygiene habits
    --  Check Up (a quick visual view of areas you missed) and Reminders (to set
        your own times so you'll remember to brush twice a day) are part of the
        easy, new navigation bar.
    --  Offline mode - Use the Kolibree toothbrush and sync your brushing data
        even when you're not using the app. (e.g. brush twice a day and sync
        twice a week)
    --  NEW lower price: $149!
iOS and Android
The Go Pirate 2 game and personalized Coach features are available for iPhone users and are compatible with iOS 9 and Apple Watch. Stabilized Bluetooth connectivity for iPhone is among the new improvements. Current Kolibree users automatically receive app updates.

Kolibree is the only smart toothbrush with a game for Android. Android app updates are planned to launch later this year.

New iOS and Android games are now in development and planned to launch January 2016.

"Kolibree is focused on smart solutions for daily life. As a parent who knows that most children would rather play a game than brush their teeth, combining the two was a logical solution. The intelligence built into the Kolibree toothbrush provides real-time feedback for parents and enables a personalized approach to dental care with the ability to send data directly to a family dentist," said Kolibree CEO and co-founder Thomas Serval.

The National Institutes for Health cite tooth decay as the most prevalent chronic disease in children and adults, even though it is largely preventable. Kolibree has created a playful tooth brushing experience to improve and maintain healthy teeth and gums.

About Kolibree
Kolibree, the smart oral care company, is dedicated to innovation of connected solutions. Kolibree's flagship product, the world's first connected electric toothbrush with 3D motion sensors, uses proprietary technology for an interactive tooth brushing experience that motivates children and adults, and provides real-time feedback to improve oral care and prevent tooth decay and gum disease. Kolibree has offices in New York, Paris and Hong Kong. Visit kolibree.com, twitter.com/kolibree, facebook.com/sharekolibree, instagram.com/sharekolibree and pinterest.com/sharekolibree.

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

New HP LaserJets Offer Business Performance, Security in a New, Sleek Design

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

    HP today announced new multi-function printers (MFPs) and printers powered by
JetIntelligence to help businesses complete their work much more quickly, use less energy
and interact with a new, sleek design for the modern office.

    The new HP LaserJet 400 series printers and MFPs provide the speed and efficiency to
keep businesses at their most productive with the fastest first page out, fastest
two-sided printing, and lowest energy consumption in their class.[1],[2] The new HP
LaserJets will also help to secure businesses' print environment, from boot up to shut
down, by bringing built-in security features such as job storage with PIN Printing.[3]

    "Small, medium-sized businesses are constantly challenged to complete their work more
efficiently and securely, enabling them to improve customers' satisfaction and capture
more opportunities," said Parikshet Singh Tomar, Country Category Leader, Printing Systems,
PPS, HP India. "HP is accelerating innovation to help businesses succeed and push the
envelope on what they've ever experienced in speed, energy savings, security and design."

    New, Sleek Design for the Modern Office 

    HP is extending its award-winning design to this new LaserJet line-up. They come in
clean, white color schemes and soft, rounded edges to create a light, inviting and
approaching finishing. The subtle texture variations draw the attention to key points of
interaction, such as the control panel touchscreen and paper trays. The new HP LaserJet
Pro MFP M427and M477 also come with a slim automatic document feeder which is capable of
single-pass duplex scanning as well as an infinity scan-glass that bleeds right to the
edge to easily slide the paper off the glass after every scan.

    Leaner, Faster, Smarter - the New HP LaserJets  

    The new HP LaserJets are ideal for small work teams with 3-10 users printing up to
4,000 pages a month. HP has further simplified walk-up printing on these devices by
enabling customers to print Microsoft Word and PowerPoint files directly from a USB.[4]
They include:

       
        - The HP LaserJet Pro M403 series is a monochrome printer that is great for compact
          work spaces as the smallest and most energy efficient printer in its class.[5]
        - The HP Color LaserJet Pro M452 series delivers fast, best-in-class color printing
          performance with up to 48% faster first page out than its predecessor.[6]
        - The HP LaserJet Pro MFP M427 series offers monochrome printing within an MFP built for
          productivity with fast, dual-sided scanning and support for document workflows,
          including scan to email, folder, USB, and cloud capabilities. It also delivers fast,
          best-in-class printing performance with up to 100% faster 2-sided printing than its
          predecessor.[7]
        - The HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M477 series offers fast, dual-sided scanning and support
          for document workflows, including scan to email, folder, USB, and cloud capabilities.
          It also delivers fast, best-in-class color printing performance with up to 150% faster
          2-sided printing and 46% faster first page out than its predecessor.[8]

    For customers looking to enable mobile productivity for employees, the new 400-series
printers support several mobile printing solutions, including wireless direct and NFC
touch-to-print.[9],[10]

    Powered by JetIntelligence 

    HP is extending the innovation of Original HP Toner cartridges with JetIntelligence to
customers needing monochrome printing with the addition of precision black toner.
Precision black toner offers precise toner placement for black and white printing, leading
to higher page yields per cartridge.

    The toner cartridge has been re-engineered to work smarter than ever before,
delivering more pages with fewer interventions. Page maximizer technology delivers more
pages per cartridge than previous generations with less internal wear. In addition, print
gauge technology intelligently predicts toner levels, helping IT managers get the most out
of each toner cartridge.

    With anti-fraud technology built into every JetIntelligence toner cartridge, customers
have more protection that easily identifies counterfeit cartridges and enforces
customer-initiated anti-theft and office-wide printing policies to manage cost and quality
standards. HP also makes cartridge installation easier than ever with the new auto seal
removal.

    Pricing and Availability[11]

       
        - The HP LaserJet Pro M403 series is available in the market starting at INR 25,145.
        - The HP Color LaserJet Pro M452 series is available in the market starting at INR
          44,280.
        - The HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M477 series is available in the market starting at INR
          69,498.
        - The HP LaserJet Pro MFP M427 series is expected to be available in the market from
          November, 2015 onwards starting at INR 43,500.

    For more information on HP LaserJet Pro Series, visit:
http://www.hp.com/go/newlaserjets.

    About HP 

    HP creates new possibilities for technology to have a meaningful impact on people,
businesses, governments and society. With the broadest technology portfolio spanning
printing, personal systems, software, services and IT infrastructure, HP delivers
solutions for customers' most complex challenges in every region of the world. More
information about HP (NYSE: HPQ) is available at http://www.hp.com.

       
        1) Based on HP internal testing of top three leading competitors' first page out and
          duplex print speed completed 8/2015. Subject to device settings. Actual results may
          vary. For details see hp.com/go/ljclaims.
        2) Based on HP testing using the ENERGY STAR(R) program's Typical Electricity Consumption
          (TEC) method or as reported in energystar.gov of top three leading competitors as of
          8/2015. Actual results may vary. For details see hp.com/go/ljclaims.
        3) Requires purchase of separate USB flash drive.
        4) Microsoft and PowerPoint are U.S. registered trademarks of the Microsoft group of
          companies. Feature works with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint 2003 and later. Only Latin
          language fonts are supported.
        5) Based on HP internal testing of top three leading competitors' completed 8/2015. For
          details see hp.com/go/ljclaims.
        6) Based on ISO/IEC 19752 and 19798 cartridge yields for the following Original HP
          LaserJet Toner cartridges: 131A compared with 201X, 507A compared with 508X, 55X
          compared with 87X, 80X compared with 26X, 305A/X compared with 410X. Learn more at
          hp.com/go/learnaboutsupplies.
        7) Based on ISO/IEC 19752 and 19798 cartridge yields for the following Original HP
          LaserJet Toner cartridges: 131A compared with 201X, 507A compared with 508X, 55X
          compared with 87X, 80X compared with 28X, 305A/X compared with 410X. Learn more at
          hp.com/go/learnaboutsupplies.
        8) Measured using ISO/IEC 17629. For more information see hp.com/go/printerclaims Exact
          speed varies depending on the system configuration, software application, driver, and
          document complexity.
        9) Wireless operations are compatible with 2.4 GHz operations only. App or software and
          HP ePrint account registration may also be required. Some features require purchase of
          an optional accessory. Learn more at hp.com/go/mobileprinting.
          10) Requires a compatible NFC-printing-enabled mobile device. For a list of compatible
          NFC-printing-enabled mobile devices, see hp.com/go/nfcprinting.
          11) Maximum retail prices. Actual prices may vary.

    This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks,
uncertainties and assumptions. If such risks or uncertainties materialize or such
assumptions prove incorrect, the results of HP and its consolidated subsidiaries could
differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements and
assumptions. All statements other than statements of historical fact are statements that
could be deemed forward-looking statements, including but not limited to statements of the
plans, strategies and objectives of HP for future operations, including the separation
transaction; the future performance of Hewlett-Packard Enterprise and HP Inc. if the
separation is completed; any statements concerning expected development, performance,
market share or competitive performance relating to products and services; any statements
regarding anticipated operational and financial results; any statements of expectation or
belief; and any statements of assumptions underlying any of the foregoing. Risks,
uncertainties and assumptions include the need to address the many challenges facing HP's
businesses; the competitive pressures faced by HP's businesses; risks associated with
executing HP's strategy, including the planned separation transaction, and plans for
future operations and investments; the impact of macroeconomic and geopolitical trends and
events; the need to manage third-party suppliers and the distribution of HP's products and
services effectively; the protection of HP's intellectual property assets, including
intellectual property licensed from third parties; risks associated with HP's
international operations; the development and transition of new products and services and
the enhancement of existing products and services to meet customer needs and respond to
emerging technological trends; the execution and performance of contracts by HP and its
suppliers, customers, clients and partners; the hiring and retention of key employees;
integration and other risks associated with business combination and investment
transactions; the execution, timing and results of restructuring plans, including
estimates and assumptions related to the cost and the anticipated benefits of implementing
those plans; the execution, timing and results of the separation transaction or
restructuring plans, including estimates and assumptions related to the cost (including
any possible disruption of HP's business) and the anticipated benefits of implementing the
separation transaction and restructuring plans; the resolution of pending investigations,
claims and disputes; and other risks that are described in HP's Annual Report on Form 10-K
for the fiscal year ended October 31, 2015, and HP's other filings with the Securities and
Exchange Commission. HP assumes no obligation and does not intend to update these
forward-looking statements.

    (c) 2015 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. 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.

       
         
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