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JazWings(TM) Idea Incubator Platform Launches At New York Comic Con

NEW YORK, Oct. 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- JazWings, the innovative Idea incubator platform "Where big ideas take flight(TM)" will offer attendees an opportunity to discover the platform, become members and vote for  the next big Idea at New York Comic Con.  JazWings(TM) will provide an exclusive preview and limited edition giveaways. A subsidiary of the award-winning product manufacturer, Jazwares(TM), JazWings(TM) is the ideal resource for toys, comic, gaming, tech, and pop culture fans. Available for Creators who want to take their Idea to the next level and for fans who want to vote on Ideas. JazWings(TM) is the go-to hub for creative thinkers of all varieties

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With JazWings(TM), Creators upload their Ideas and Community Members steer their popularity by voting and supporting the ones they like most. Once an Idea reaches 100% of the votes, it will be presented to the JazWings(TM) Panel who will decide if the Idea will move forward to the Support phase to start a crowdfunding campaign. If successful the idea might end up on store shelves, the web, in an app, or in the movie theatre. Creators earn money as they move through the JazWings phases and receive participation payments of the net revenues for the life of their Idea. 

NYCC attendees with ideas for games, apps, films, toys, animations, or something so wild it can't be categorized, can bring them to the JazWings(TM) Lounge, located at Booth #556 in the Javits Center.  The JazWings(TM) team will be meeting with Creators during the length of the show. Meetings are by appointment only and reservations can be made at the booth. Throughout the show, visitors can stop in for a preview of the JazWings(TM) site.

Attendees that sign up to become a JazWings(TM) Community Member at the lounge will be entered to win an exclusive JazWings(TM) "Start Creating" kit designed to get you thinking about your big idea. Kit contents include the JazWings(TM) "What Should I Create Today?" dice game, creative "juice", Team JazWings(TM) stickers, Wat USB, and cool Team JazWings(TM) lunchbox to hold the food for thought.

JazWings(TM) will also be filming attendee feedback and reactions to the Site and Creator meetings.  The most amusing and insightful comments will be featured on the JazWings(TM) Official Blog that debuts mid-October 2015.

JazWings(TM) will be New York Comic Con, Booth #556 from October 8 - 11 at the Javits Convention Center.  For more info about JazWings(TM), visit http://www.jazwings.com.

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CONTACT: Agnes Gomes-Koizumi, 323-206-1705, agnes@agkmedia.com

Web Site: http://www.jazwings

DJI Introduces the World's First Fully Integrated, Stabilized Handheld 4K Camera

New DJI Osmo is the first camera designed to create stable photos and videos in any condition

LONDON, Oct. 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- DJI, the world leader in creative imaging technology, today announced the launch of the Osmo, an integrated camera and handheld stabilizer that opens the creative possibilities of cameras in movement.

Using DJI's signature three-axis gimbal stabilization technology, the Osmo eliminates the shake of traditional handheld devices, creating cinematic shots in an easy-to-use, easy-to-set up form factor.

The modular format of the Osmo makes it fully compatible with DJI's Zenmuse camera series, but comes standard with a 4K, 12-megapixel camera with a 1/2.3" sensor and a 94 degree field-of-view lens.

"DJI consistently refines the way cameras move in space - whether they are in the air or on the ground," said Frank Wang, DJI CEO and Founder. "With the Osmo, we have created a camera specifically designed to capture a smooth moving image regardless of filming conditions."

Intelligent controls built into the handle make changing between shooting angles, capturing photos or recording video effortless.

Creators can view live images of what the camera captures, adjust camera settings and control smart filming functions including -

    --  Panorama - Take a picture and the camera will automatically pan around
        360 degrees, taking and stitching overlapping photos to create a
        panorama.
    --  Long Exposure - Make handheld long-exposures crisp using the camera's
        stabilization technology
    --  Slow Motion - Capture slow motion shots at 120 frames-per-second (fps)
        up to 1080p
Its onboard universal mount works together with an included smartphone holder in addition to other optional accessories including a tripod, a bike mount or an extension arm.

The Osmo handle comes equipped with an on-board stereo microphone, as well as a 3.5mm audio jack for recording professional-quality external sound.

"Traditional handheld cameras are either shaky, or require bulky stabilizers that are difficult to set up," said Paul Pan, DJI's Senior Product Manager. "The Osmo moves the experience of handheld filmmaking from capturing what happened, to sharing expressive, smooth video that shows what an experience was like."

The Osmo handle, which can be bought separately without a camera, is fully compatible with DJI's existing Zenmuse series, making it the perfect accessory for everyone who already owns an Inspire 1 with a Zenmuse X3, a Zenmuse X5 Pro or a Zenmuse X5 Raw.

The Osmo is available for pre-order at store.dji.com for USD 649 and GBP 549 and will begin shipping October 15. Additional Osmo accessories include -

    --  Tripod - Place the Osmo securely on almost any surface.
    --  Extension Rod - Reach out further for all new angles. Combine with the
        Tripod for added height.
    --  Bike Mount - Lock the Osmo to your bike for a new kind of bike movie.
    --  Universal Mount - Add extra microphone or LED light to your Osmo.
    --  Straight Extension Arm - Mount two accessories to your Osmo at the same
        time.
LINK TO OSMO PHOTOS

LINK TO OSMO INTRODUCTION VIDEO
LINK TO OSMO EVOLUTION VIDEO
LINK TO OSMO WITH ZENMUSE X5
LINK TO FOOTAGE SHOT ON OSMO 1
LINK TO FOOTAGE SHOT ON OSMO 2
LINK TO FOOTAGE SHOT ON OSMO 3
LINK TO FOOTAGE SHOT ON OSMO 4
LINK TO FOOTAGE SHOT ON OSMO 5

About DJI

DJI is a global leader in developing and manufacturing innovative camera technology for commercial and recreational use. DJI was founded and is run by people with a passion for remote-controlled helicopters and experts in flight control technology and camera stabilization. The company is dedicated to making aerial photography and filmmaking more reliable and easier to use for creators and innovators around the world. DJI's global operations currently span North America, Europe and Asia, and its revolutionary products and solutions have been chosen by customers in over 100 countries; for applications in film, advertising, construction, fire fighting, farming, and many other industries.

For more information, visit DJI online: http://www.dji.com

Follow us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/DJIGlobal

Follow us on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/DJIGlobal

Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/DJI

Specifications

    Handle

    Dimensions            2.4 x 1.9 x 6.4 inches

                          (61.8 x 48.2 x 161.5 mm)

    Weight (including
     battery)             201 g

    Gimbal

    Model                 Zenmuse X3

    Weight                221 g

    Output Power (with
     camera)              Static: 9 W; Dynamic: 11 W

    Angular Vibration
     Range                +/- 0.03 degrees

    Mount                 Detachable

    Controllable Range    Tilt: -35 degrees to +135 degrees

                          Pan: +/- 320 degrees Roll: +/- 30 degrees

    Mechanical Range      Tilt: -90 degrees to +150 degrees

                          Pan: +/- 330 degrees Roll: -50 degrees to +90 degrees

    Max. Controllable
     Speed                120 degrees/s

    Camera

    Model                 X3/FC350H

    Sensor                Sony Exmor R CMOS; 1/2.3"

                          Effective pixel 12.40M

                          (Total pixel 12.76M)

    Lens                  94 degrees FOV 20mm

                          (35mm format equivalent)

                                                                           f/2.8

    ISO Range             100 - 3200 (video); 100 - 1600 (photo)

    Electronic Shutter
     Speed                8 s - 1/8000 s

                          (up to 30 s when camera is on M mode)

    Max. Image Size       4000 x 3000 pixels

    Still Photography
     Modes                Single Shot

                          Photo Burst Mode: 3/5/7 shots

                          Auto Exposure Bracketing (AEB):

                          3/5 bracketed frames @ 0.7EV bias

                          Interval

                          Auto Panorama

                          Selfie Panorama

    Video Resolution      UHD: 4K(4096x2160) 24/25p
                          4K(3840x2160) 24/25/30p
                           2.7K(2704 x 1520) 24/25/30p

                          FHD: 1920x1080 24/25/30/48/50/60/120p

                          HD: 1280x720 24/25/30/48/50/60p

    Video Recording Modes Auto; Slow Motion

    Max. Video Bitrate    60 Mbps

    Supported File
     Systems              FAT32(</2GB)   exFAT (>32GB)

    Photo Formats         JPEG, DNG

    Video Formats         MP4/MOV (MPEG - 4 AVC/H.264)

    Supported SD Cards    Micro SD; Max. Capacity: 64GB;

                          Class 10 or UHS - 1

    Operating Temperature 32 to 104 degrees Fahrenheit (0 to 40 degrees Celsius)

    Audio Output          Two channel, 48KHz; AAC

    Wi-Fi Video Link

    Operating Frequency   2.412 - 2.462 GHz; 5.180 - 5.805 GHz

    Max. Transmission
     Distance             82 feet (25 m)

    Transmitter Power
     (EIRP)               2.4G: 8 dBm; 5G: 12 dBm

    Intelligent Battery

    Model                 HB01 - 522365

    Type                  LiPo

    Capacity              980 mAh

    Energy                10.8 Wh

    Voltage               11.1V

    Charging Temperature   59 to 104 degrees Fahrenheit (15 to 40 degrees
                           Celsius)

    Operating Temperature  14 to 122 degrees Fahrenheit ( -10 to 50 degrees
                           Celsius)

    Battery Charger

    Model                 SOY015A - 1260120

    Input                 100 - 240V, 50/60Hz

    Output                12.6 V, 1.2 A
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DJI

CONTACT: Michael Perry, Director of Communication, pr@dji.com

360fly Now Available at Best Buy Locations and BestBuy.com

Game-Changing 360-Degree Video Camera Brings Fully Immersive Video and Virtual Reality Experience to the Masses

PITTSBURGH, Oct. 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --360fly, Inc., the world's only single-lens camera capturing stitchless 360-degree video with interactive and virtual reality viewing capabilities, today announced its U.S. retail availability at select Best Buy locations and online at BestBuy.com. Priced at $399, 360fly allows users to shoot, edit and share 360-degree video content in minutes, while also providing an interactive viewing experience where viewers can click, drag and swipe throughout the video. Additionally, viewers can pair their mobile devices with Google Cardboard VR goggles to experience the video in virtual reality.

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360fly is available today at more than 100 Best Buy store locations throughout the country in cities including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco, Atlanta, Denver, Miami, Houston, Salt Lake City, Honolulu, Anchorage, Seattle, San Diego and more. The company will continue its retail rollout throughout October and plan to be on shelves at nearly 1,000 Best Buy store locations by the end of the month.

"Our team has worked very hard to bring this incredible camera to market," said Peter Adderton, 360fly CEO. "The 360-degree camera and VR market is gaining major traction right now, and we're very proud to offer a non-stitched, HD video with a fully robust mobile platform created for capturing, editing, sharing and experiencing."

Additionally, in what could represent a landmark development in the widespread acceptance, consumption and evolution of virtual reality content, 360fly's free iOS and Android mobile app will allow content to be viewed in "VR Mode." To date, consumption of virtual reality has been a very costly proposition, requiring the use of much higher priced equipment and limited to a small array of virtual reality content. In combination with Cardboard virtual reality goggles, 360fly opens the door for users to produce, consume and share virtual reality experiences at a moment's notice.

"The reality of virtual reality, is that it's not yet widely accessible or affordable from a device or content standpoint," said Adderton. "Now any consumer can have the means to capture, share and enjoy their own personal video in an immersive virtual reality format at a price that's affordable to most. We believe that's nothing short of a game-changer."

To learn more about 360fly visit http://www.360fly.com or find a Best Buy store near you at http://www.360fly.com/store-locator. Follow 360fly on Twitter and Instagram @360fly, and "like" it on Facebook at facebook.com/360fly. MSRP is $399.

About 360fly
360fly creates unique, 360-degree digital products that inspire users to capture, share and experience life's greatest moments in 360 degrees. Our passion has led us to redefine video capture, because we believe life is too rich to capture just part of it.

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CONTACT: Jeff Millard, Phone: (949) 438-1075, Email: jeff@thebrandamp.com

Vizury Enters the US Market With its App Re-engagement and Retargeting Solution

MOUNTAIN VIEW, California, October 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

    Vizury, a premier Big Data Marketing company, enters the US with its app re-engagement
and retargeting product. The company is offering a solution to re-engage inactive app
users and retarget those who have dropped out from the app, enabling brands to maximize
marketing ROI with a unique pay-for-performance model.

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    Vizury has worked with several of the largest global brands to aid them in their
retargeting efforts in the Asia Pacific region. Brands such as Sony, Lenovo, Virgin
Australia, Etihad Airways, Expedia, eBay, Flipkart and Walmart have engaged Vizury's
services in this space. With 8 years of experience in these mobile-first markets, Vizury
has a distinct advantage as it enters the US market. Vizury will also explore affiliate
network partnerships to offer personalized mobile marketing to brands operating in the US.

    Mobile internet users in the US spend almost 90% of their time on mobile apps. However,
engaging a user after installing an app and getting them to come back to the app is
proving to be a massive challenge for brands. Limited storage space and computing power is
leading to swift uninstalls of apps that remain dormant. Vizury is solving this problem
with its app re-engagement solution [http://www1.vizury.com/mobile ].

    "Vizury has executed broadly in the retargeting realm on a global level, in particular
within the Asian and Latin American E-commerce and travel sectors. Bringing their mobile
app retargeting and re-engagement product to the US market is a logical next step," said
John Gardner, Partner at Nokia Growth Partners.

    With Vizury's product, brands can:

       
        - Reach users across channels such as Facebook, mobile web, in-app ads, email, SMS
        - Retarget drop offs and boost ROI
        - Predict uninstalls based on customer engagement behavior and drive retention campaigns
        - Reactivate dormant app users in a cost effective manner based on past engagement
          levels in terms of recency and frequency
        - Drive incremental revenue at breakthrough ROI by targeting in-market, brand aware
          shoppers

    "We are well aware of the competition in the US market when it comes to Big Data
Marketing. However, having worked in markets, which are much more matured in the mobile
app space compared to the US, we believe we possess the most comprehensive solution," said
Gourav Chindlur, Co-Founder and COO, Vizury.

    Vizury has a host of solutions across the funnel accomplishing new customer
acquisition, retargeting and re-engagement. The company caters to diverse industries such
as E-commerce, travel & hospitality, healthcare, automobile, financial services and
classifieds. Vizury is recognized as a leader in Big Data Marketing solutions in India,
Japan, China, Korea, Middle East & Africa, Southeast Asia, Taiwan, Argentina and Brazil.

    "Vizury's app re-engagement solution is perfect for the mobile platform and works
seamlessly on iOS and Android devices. We have seen impressive results. User reactivation
costs reduced by 3 times for entertainment apps and conversion rate increased up to 20x
for E-commerce and travel apps. We are confident we can replicate the same in the US
market too," added Gourav.

    About Vizury:  

    Vizury [http://www.vizury.com ], a premier Big Data Marketing firm, helps marketers
personalize customer conversations across channels. Established in 2008, we work with some
of the best known brands in 40+ countries across industries like travel & hospitality,
E-commerce, healthcare, automobile, financial services and classifieds. Listed on Deloitte
APAC Tech Fast500 for two consecutive years (2013 & 2014) and a FOMA2015
[https://www1.vizury.com/press_release/vizury-s-smart-use-of-data-for-etihad-airways-earns-rewards-wins-a-foma ]
win for smart use of data, Vizury is among the first companies in
Asia to be badged a Facebook Marketing Partner with an FBX specialty and a Twitter
Retargeting Platform Partner.  

    Follow Vizury on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/vizury-interactive ] or on
Twitter @vizuryonetoone [https://twitter.com/VizuryOneToOne ].

       
         
        Media contact: 
        Namrutha 
        namrutha.ramanathan@vizury.com 
        +19174129765 

     

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G2A Continues Commitment to E-Sports Community

RZESZOW, Poland and HONG KONG, Oct. 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- G2A.COMhas announced the opening ofcommunication onits social media channels toheardirectlyfrom e-sports fans the world over concerningtherecentannulmentof G2A's official sponsorshipfor League Championship Series (LCS) teams.

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Despite G2A's suspension of account selling and Elo Boosting of Accounts, negotiations with Riot Games failed to come to a resolution and discussions culminated in an e-mail from the Riot Developer Relations Manager in the United States confirming their revoked approval of G2A's sponsor status. G2A were asked by Riot to remove helpful tools for players such as game guides which G2A believes empower the e-sports industry. The e-mail from Riot, received Friday the 18(th) of September 2015 at 6.31pm CEST, reads, in part: "I can find no other option than to officially instruct our League Operations team to revoke G2A's approval as an official sponsor for LCS teams." It goes on to confirm:"This decision, however, is final as regards G2A visual sponsorship at Worlds 2015."

Investing over $6 million in e-sport sponsorship since 2014, G2A remains committed to working with partners to empower the e-sport industry and resolve to reach win-win solutions for all interested and invested parties. It regrets the impact this decision will have on its valued e-sports partners, players and fans and encourages them to share their reactions, opinions and personal experiences of the outcome online.

"G2A wants you to know that we will open communications on social media channels including Facebook page: g2aesportbreakingnews, if e-sporters need to talk to us about the impact this will have on them and others. Tell us your feelings, and we will try in whatever way we can to make things better," said G2A e-sport Manager, Josh Cabrera. He added: "That's our G2A promise to all the entire e-sports community. We hope that we can count on your support for G2A. Together, G2A and e-sporters can build e-sports into something awesome!"

Share your views at the links below:

E-mail esportsbreakingnews@g2a.com
Twitter g2aesport
Facebook g2aesportbreakingnews

About G2A

G2A is a trusted & certified global digital marketplace developed by professionals in diverse fields including gaming, management, finance, public relations and marketing. Every day G2A works hard towards creating the most outstanding digital platform for all video game enthusiasts, investing more than 20 million Euros in research and development over the last two years to ensure secure and guaranteed online initiatives. G2A is the global number 1 seller on eBay for digital gaming products. It has over 6 million unique users, and had more than 5 million transactions worldwide in 2014, with over 700 thousand in May 2015 alone.

SOURCE  G2A.com

G2A.com

CONTACT: For further information, please contact: Jacqueline Purcell +48535699695, gpr@g2a.com

Thomson Reuters and IBM Collaborate to Deliver Watson Cognitive Computing Technology

Thomson Reuters to deploy Watson technology to enhance customer solutions

NEW YORK, Oct. 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Thomson Reuters, the world's leading source of intelligent information for businesses and professionals, and IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced they have entered into an agreement to enhance customer solutions across Thomson Reuters using Watson.

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The collaboration underscores the ongoing commitment by Thomson Reuters to deliver innovative technology solutions within specific industry domains to its customers via its in-house technology development, as well as through key strategic collaborations.

"Thomson Reuters helps customers make critical business decisions by applying cutting-edge technology and domain expertise to complex sets of data and information," said Brian Scanlon, chief strategy officer, Thomson Reuters. "Our work with IBM to apply Watson is a natural complement to our market-leading customer solutions."

"Working with Thomson Reuters, and their vast trove of data, is an incredible opportunity to combine Watson's cognitive capabilities with a global leader in decision making solutions across science, legal, tax, and finance," said Mike Rhodin, senior vice president, IBM Watson. "The result will be accelerated discoveries for the professionals that rely on these important information solutions, ultimately bringing new levels of speed and precision to critical decisions."

Thomson Reuters will explore the application of Watson technology to key industry market opportunities to leverage deep content analytics, natural language processing, decision support and evidence-based learning to enable Thomson Reuters customers to derive greater insight and workflow efficiency.

Thomson Reuters
Thomson Reuters is the world's leading source of intelligent information for businesses and professionals. We combine industry expertise with innovative technology to deliver critical information to leading decision makers in the financial and risk, legal, tax and accounting, intellectual property and science and media markets, powered by the world's most trusted news organization. Thomson Reuters shares are listed on the Toronto and New York Stock Exchanges. For more information, go to http://thomsonreuters.com

IBM Watson: Pioneering a New Era of Computing

Watson is the first open cognitive computing technology platform and represents a new era in computing where systems understand the world in the way that humans do: through senses, learning, and experience. Watson continuously learns, gaining in value and knowledge over time, from previous interactions. With the help of Watson, organizations are harnessing the power of cognitive computing to transform industries, help professionals do their jobs better, and solve important challenges.

To advance Watson, IBM has two dedicated business units: Watson, established for the development of cloud-delivered cognitive computing technologies that represent the commercialization of "artificial intelligence" or "AI" across a variety of industries, and Watson Health, dedicated to improving the ability of doctors, researchers and insurers and other related health organizations to surface new insights from data to and deliver personalized healthcare.

For more information on IBM Watson, visit: ibm.com/Watson and ibm.com/press/watson.

Join the conversation at #ibmwatson. Follow Watson on Facebook and see Watson on YouTube and Flickr.

CONTACTS

    Thomson Reuters                   IBM

    David Girardin                    Katy Rosati

    Corporate Affairs                 External Relations

    +1 646 223 4870                                      +1 917 421 7543

    david.girardin@thomsonreuters.com krosati@us.ibm.com

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Toshiba Debuts Compact Package MOSFETs for Controlling Power Sources, Data Signals in Mobile Devices

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc. (TAEC)*, a committed leader that collaborates with technology companies to create breakthrough designs, today announced the launch of two new compact MOSFETs - the SSM3K35CTC and SSM3J35CTC. Housed in a newly developed compact package (CST3C) the SSM3K35CTC and SSM3J35CTC are suitable for controlling power sources or data signals in mobile devices such as smart phones and wearables.

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When it comes to the overall footprint, Toshiba's CST3C package exceeds industry standards. In fact, the CST3C package is just one-third the size of the industry standard SOT-723 package. This makes Toshiba's new MOSFETs suitable for high density mounting, and gives them the ability to achieve lower on-resistance when compared with products with a standard SOT-723 package.

    Main Specifications: SSM3K35CTC,
     SSM3J35CTC (@Ta% degrees C)

           Polarity              Part number      Package (Size)           Absolute
                                                                           maximum
                                                                           ratings                    RDS (ON) typ. ( )
           --------              -----------       -------------            --------                ----------------

    VDSS            ID                       @|VGS|                  @|VGS|              @|VGS|                 @|VGS|     @|VGS|
    (V)             (A)                      =1.2 V                  =1.5 V              =1.8 V                 =2.5 V     =4.5 V
    ---             ---                      ------                  ------              ------                 ------     ------

    N-ch            SSM3K35MFV               SOT-723                      20       0.18          5           3           -          2   1.5 (@4V)
                                             (1.2*1.2 mm)
    ---                                      -----------

    SSM3K35CT       SOT-883
                    (1.0*0.6 mm)
    ---             -----------

    SSM3K35CTC*1    CST3C                                         20     0.25        2.4        1.7         1.5         1.1        0.75
                    (0.8*0.6 mm)
    ---             -----------

    P-ch            SSM3J35MFV               SOT-723                     -20       -0.1         11         8.2           -        5.6   4.3 (@4V)
                                             (1.2*1.2 mm)
    ---                                      -----------

    SSM3J35CT       SOT-883
                    (1.0*0.6 mm)
    ---             -----------

    SSM3J35CTC*1    CST3C                                        -20    -0.25        3.2        2.3         2.0         1.5         1.1
                    (0.8*0.6 mm)
    ---             -----------
*1: New product

Features of the SSM3K35CTC and SSM3J35CTC include:

    --  New compact package CST3C (0.8*0.6 mm)
    --  Controllable with a gate voltage of 1.2 V

    --  Low drain-source on-resistance:SSM3K35CTC: R(DS(ON))=2.4   (typ.)   
        V(GS)=1.2 VSSM3J35CTC: R(DS(ON))=3.2   (typ.)    V(GS)= -1.2 V
Pricing and Availability
Toshiba's new compact MOSFETs are available now. Please contact your local Toshiba Sales Office for samples.

*About Toshiba Corp. and TAEC

About TAEC

Through proven commitment, lasting relationships and advanced, reliable electronic components, Toshiba enables its customers to create market-leading designs. Toshiba is the heartbeat within product breakthroughs from OEMs, ODMs, CMs, VARs, distributors and fabless chip companies worldwide.  A committed electronic components leader, Toshiba designs and manufactures high-quality flash memory-based storage solutions, solid state drives (SSDs), hard disk drives (HDDs), solid state hybrid drives (SSHDs), discrete devices, custom SoCs/ASICs, imaging products, microcontrollers, wireless components, mobile peripheral devices, advanced materials and medical tubes that make possible today's leading smartphones, tablets, cameras, medical devices, automotive electronics, industrial applications, enterprise solutions and more.

Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc. is an independent operating company owned by Toshiba America, Inc., a subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation, Japan's largest semiconductor manufacturer and the world's sixth largest semiconductor manufacturer (Gartner, 2014 Worldwide Semiconductor Revenue Estimates, December 2014). Founded in Tokyo in 1875, Toshiba is at the heart of a global network of over 590 consolidated companies employing over 200,000 people worldwide. Visit Toshiba's web site at http://www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm.

(C) 2014 Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc. All rights reserved.

Information in this press release, including product pricing and specifications, content of services and contact information,  is current and believed to be accurate on the date of the announcement, but is subject to change without prior notice.  Technical and application information contained here is subject to the most recent applicable Toshiba product specifications.

MEDIA CONTACT:
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Lages & Associates

Tel.: (949) 453-8080
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New KODAK CFH-V20 Delivers Ultra-Wide Field of View WiFi Video Camera with Commercial-Grade Surveillance Features, Plus IFTTT Integration

180-Degree Field of View Day & Night Camera Offers Wireless Portability for Go-Anywhere Monitoring at an Unprecedented Price, with Smart Detection Technology and iSecurity+ Channel via IFTTT

FREMONT, Calif., Oct. 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --Bringing the most advanced, commercial-grade video monitoring solution into consumers' homes, Tend unveiled today its new CFH-V20 video monitoring system, featuring a 180-degree field of view day and night-vision HD video camera. The wireless USB-powered V20 camera can easily be detached from its power base and placed anywhere for quick setup to monitor children, loved ones, pets or property.

Now with the availability of the IFTTT (If This Then That) iSecurity+ Channel, users can connect their V20 WiFi camera with other devices or apps for added automation. More than two dozen iSecurity+ "IF" and "DO" Recipes let consumers configure automatic triggers or actions, such as motion, people and activity detection, or send commands to the camera remotely, such as aiming the camera in a new direction, or enabling or disabling motion detection. For example, by connecting the iSecurity+ Channel to the iOS/Android Location Channel, users can enable geo-fencing capabilities that turn on or off the V20's motion detection feature based on the mobile device's GPS location. This allows users to disable motion-triggered notifications while at home--and enable them while away. The iSecurity+ Channel supports the entire line of KODAK V-Series Video Monitors.

The premium product in the new KODAK V-Series Video Monitor line, the CFH-V20 offers class-defining versatility, intelligence, image quality and performance features at an affordable $149.95 MSRP. Boasting features most commonly found in high-end commercial-grade technology, the V20 gives consumers outstanding image quality with exceptional ease of use. The V20 features:

    --  the widest, 180-degree field of view in its class, with built-in
        de-warping, to allow users to see an entire room without fish-eye image
        distortion and to make it unnecessary to purchase multiple cameras to
        view a space--plus digital zoom, night vision and two-way audio
        talkback.
    --  wide dynamic range that automatically corrects scenes with extreme
        lighting conditions, such as intense backlight surrounding an object, to
        allow users to better distinguish features and shapes.
    --  detachable USB video camera to allow users to remove the USB video
        camera from the base and attach it to any standard USB battery pack for
        on-the-go portability.
    --  built-in WiFi extender that expands users' existing wireless home
        network coverage to boost the connection and performance.
    --  lifetime 1-Day cloud storage to enable users to look back on recorded
        video clips--stored in the cloud--from the past 24 hours.
    --  class-leading Smart Detection service (optional), which eliminates up to
        98 percent of false alarms with ART(TM) human presence detection by
        UK-based Apical Ltd.
"The V20 sets a new bar in the premium consumer WiFi camera market, offering a very compelling package of the latest advances in camera and computer vision technology, bundled in a compact and pluggable form factor," said Herman Yau, CEO of Tend, a KODAK licensee and developer of the V-Series product line and the award-winning KODAK Baby Monitoring System. "With its completely wireless operation, portability and integration with IFTTT, you can set up the camera to monitor the kids playing in the backyard in a matter of seconds, drop it in a bag and take it with you to grandma's for a weekend visit, or create iSecurity+ Recipes that connect the V20 to your favorite apps and devices."

The V20 includes the free iSecurity+ app and cloud-based home video monitoring service. With the iSecurity+ app, users are able to view a live stream from the V20 and configure detection filters and motion-triggered alerts. All KODAK V-Series Video Monitors include free Lifetime 1-Day Cloud Storage so users can look back on recorded motion-triggered video clips from the past 24 hours. Premium plans include Smart Detection ($2.99/month per video monitor) featuring intelligent alerts by activity or people to reduce false alarms by up to 98 percent, and expanded 14-Day ($9.99/month per video monitor) or 30-Day Cloud Storage with Smart Detection plans ($19.99/month per video monitor) that include Smart Detection, 1000 favorites, and the ability to view motion-triggered video clips for a longer period of time.

The KODAK CFH-V20 will soon be available for pre-order at Amazon.com.

For more information, visit connectedfamilyhome.com.

About Tend

Tend is a maker of lifestyle smart home products and apps that deliver awareness and insights through immersive experiences powered by computer vision technology. As the leading Vision-as-a-Service (VaaS) platform for the connected home ecosystem, Tend offers smart detection, live streaming, cloud video recording and cloud storage services to help major Internet of Things companies bring innovation into their products. Tend supports one of the largest installed bases in vision for IoT and is a member of the Embedded Vision Alliance. For more information, visit tendinsights.com.

About Kodak

Kodak is a technology company focused on imaging. We provide - directly and through partnerships with other innovative companies - hardware, software, consumables and services to customers in graphic arts, commercial print, publishing, packaging, electronic displays, entertainment and commercial films, and consumer products markets. With our world-class R&D capabilities, innovative solutions portfolio and highly trusted brand, Kodak is helping customers around the globe to sustainably grow their own businesses and enjoy their lives. For additional information on Kodak, visit us at kodak.com, follow us on Twitter @Kodak, or like us on Facebook at KodakNow.

SOURCE  Tend

Tend

CONTACT: Bridget Hagan, SSPR, 847-415-9333. bhagan@sspr.com

Web Site: http://tendinsights.com

'World of Tanks' Scale Model Kits from Italeri Debut in U.S.

Historically Accurate 20th Century Armored Vehicles from Popular Online Game Now Available to U.S. Enthusiasts through Exclusive Partnership with Hobbico

CHAMPAIGN, Ill., Oct. 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --Attention, modeling and war gaming enthusiasts! A collection of historically accurate 1:35 scale model kits of 20(th) century armored vehicles based on Wargaming Ltd.'s popular World of Tanks multiplayer online game is being released for the first time in the U.S.  The kits from Italy's Italeri were launched in Europe a year ago and are now distributed in the U.S. under an exclusive partnership with leading model developer Hobbico.

Designed for modelers age 14 and older, the collection offers detailed scale models of famous battle tanks ranging from the M4 Sherman--the World War II workhorse used by the U.S. and other Allies--to the Panzerkampfwagen VI Tiger Ausf.E (aka Tiger I)--the German heavy tank developed to counteract the superior fighting machines encountered in Germany's 1941 invasion of the Soviet Union. The collection also includes scale models of the following:

    --  M24 Chaffee U.S. light tank used during late World War II and postwar
        conflicts
    --  T-34-85 version of the Soviet Union's influential T-34 World War II
        medium tank
    --  Panther Ausf.G medium tank and Ferdinand tank destroyer from Nazi
        Germany
    --  Type 59 medium tank introduced by China in 1959
    --  Leopard 1A2 battle tank introduced by West Germany in 1965
    --  A Himmelsdorf diorama set featuring scenery and tank-related World War
        II road signs from one of the most popular World of Tanks maps
Each 121- to 304-piece tank kit comes with decals with emblems and inscriptions from the World of Tanks game, an instruction sheet, liquid cement for model assembly, and a mini-guide explaining the tank's history and providing in-game tips. World of Tanks players will also find a PC bonus code for adding a new tank to their game arsenal plus three invite codes for friends.

"In just five years, World of Tanks has attracted more than 85 million registered players and over 1 million peak concurrent players around the globe. This collection enables fans to build authentic scale replicas of their favorite armored vehicles from the game while also providing a fresh way for military history buffs to pursue their hobby or a new option for modelers looking for their next project," said Bryan Schlueter, Product Development Manager at Hobbico. "It's a unique intersection of gaming, history and scale modeling that adds a whole new dimension to all three disciplines."

Availability & Pricing

Italeri's World of Tanks collection is available immediately at hobby shops throughout the U.S. as well as at TowerHobbies.com and Italeriusa.com. Prices range from $29.99 to $39.99. Hobbico is the exclusive U.S. distributor of Italeri's World of Tanks scale models.

About Italeri

Italeri, founded in Italy in the early 1960's, is a leading manufacturer of scale plastic model airplanes and military vehicles. Sold worldwide with more than 600 highly detailed components, Italeri boasts one of the most comprehensive military models collections.

About Hobbico

Hobbico, Inc. is one of the largest radio-control product companies in the world--active not only in retail sales and wholesale distribution, but also in the product development, marketing and support for many popular exclusive manufacturers. The company distributes a wide variety of toy, hobby and commercial products from hundreds of manufacturers, including over 40 proprietary brands. Hobbico also exclusively represents a large number of international manufacturers in the United States. For more information, visit http://www.hobbico.com.

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Hobbico, Inc.

CONTACT: Nicole Friedman, nicole@jillschmidtpr.com, 847-834-0014

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

With Direct Integration of 50+ WiFi-Enabled Cameras, Eyefi Now Offers One Photo App to Rule Them All

LONDON, October 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

    Eyefi (http://www.eyefi.com), the global leader in digital photo-management apps
and services, just made it possible for photographers to choose a single app and cloud
service to manage all the photos and videos they shoot on multiple devices. Now that Eyefi
supports the latest WiFi cameras from the leading manufacturers, there's no need for
photographers to use a mix of camera-specific apps to transfer photos to a computer.
Instead, Eyefi's smart apps automatically download photos from any device and push them to
Eyefi Cloud for viewing, editing and sharing.

    "Eyefi is the only photo-management solution that works from the moment of capture,
automatically transferring and organising all photos into a unified and organised
collection, regardless of which camera they originated," said Matt DiMaria, Eyefi CEO.
"For the first time, photographers now have a single app and cloud service that elegantly
manages what they shoot on every camera they use. With Eyefi Cloud as their media hub,
photographers can spend more time taking and enjoying photos, and zero time messing with
cables and a patchwork quilt of desktop and mobile apps."

    Expanded WiFi camera connectivity for Canon, Casio and Nikon (on top of previously
announced connectivity for GoPro and Olympus) 

    Original-resolution photos - and now, videos - shot with any of the 50+ WiFi cameras
supported by Eyefi [http://www.eyefi.com/wificameras ] are instantly transferred from
camera to a smartphone, tablet or desktop, and then to Eyefi Cloud. Eyefi Cloud
automatically analyses, tags, organises and displays them alongside images captured with
all the photographer's other cameras, including DLSR cameras equipped with an
award-winning Eyefi Mobi WiFi SD card, smartphones, and tablets.

    Eyefi Cloud now supports video as well as images 

    Until now, many photographers had to manage videos separately from their photos. With
support for video now included, Eyefi Cloud makes it possible to see photos and videos on
the same timeline, and create vivid stories that combine stills and motion. Videos are
automatically synced and secured in the cloud, and made available for streaming to all
connected smartphones, tablets and computers.

    Eyefi: the only integrated photo-management solution for photographers 

    The award-winning Mobi Pro WiFi SD cards [http://www.eyefi.com/products/mobi-pro ]
have led the market by providing cable-free transfer of images to a smartphone or tablet.
Eyefi Cloud offers a powerful platform to manage and safeguard all their photos and
videos:

       
        - Wireless photo transfer from any digital camera or smartphone. Eyefi's smartphone
          and tablet apps automatically transfer new images and videos captured using any device,
          including digital cameras equipped with an Eyefi Mobi card, smartphones and tablets,
          or the latest generation of WiFi-enabled digital cameras. With Eyefi, photographers
          never have to connect their cameras to their computers.
        - One unified and intelligently organised photo collection. Images from every device are
          consolidated into one collection in the cloud, organised by date and time, and always
          available. Advanced image analysis automatically classifies and indexes photos by
          location, device, lens, aperture, speed or any of 10 categories and 80 sub-categories
        - making it easy to find, enjoy, edit or share images, no matter where you are.
        - Automatic backup to both the cloud and to any local device. The best of both worlds:
          combined cloud and desktop storage. Eyefi gives photographers complete control over
          how and where they store and archive their photos. Eyefi desktop apps can be
          configured to automatically archive locally (for example on network storage) any new
          image transferred to Eyefi Cloud from an Eyefi mobile app. Users control where their
          original images are stored: on the WiFi SD card in their camera, on their mobile
          device, in the cloud, and on their desktop - eliminating any possibility of an image
          being lost or damaged.
        - Every photo, accessible from any device. Eyefi Cloud optimises presentation of
          high-resolution images for each device, ensuring fast display and minimising local
          storage requirements. Images on smartphones and tablets are stored in a local,
          synchronised database that can be viewed even when the device is "airplane mode." At
          last, the photographer's entire photo collection is available for viewing, curating,
          editing and sharing-anytime, anywhere.
        - Resolution is never compromised. Eyefi transfers original-resolution photos and videos
          from the camera to the mobile device or desktop to the cloud keeping them safe and
          secure and always accessible for download at anytime.

    Pricing and availability 

    Eyefi WiFi camera connectivity is available free for Eyefi Cloud customers. For all
supported WiFi cameras, see Eyefi WiFi cameras [http://www.eyefi.com/WiFiCameras ]. Eyefi
Cloud membership is GBP3.49 a month for unlimited photos and up to 300 videos/month with a
maximum length of 15 minutes per video. All Eyefi Mobi Pro [http://www.eyefi.com/buy-now ]
cards include one year of Eyefi Cloud membership and are available starting at GBP49.99.

Eyefi

CONTACT: Georgina Wolfson / Christine Opare, Ranieri Communications, +44(0)1296-394614, eyefi@raniericoms.com

Professional DeeRed 3D Printer from be3D Boasts Largest Print Volume in Its Category

-- Newest DeeRed Printer Debuts at the Paris 3D Printshow --

DALLAS and PRAGUE, Oct. 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- be3D, a Y Soft company, and the company revolutionizing the entry and mid-level 3D printer market, today announced the newest version of DeeRed, the company's largest, professional 3D printer for prototyping and creating finished manufactured objects. The newest version of DeeRed will make its public debut at the 3D Printshow in Paris, October 16-17.

DeeRed boasts the largest 3D print capacity in its price category with a print chamber volume of 400 x 600 x 800 mm representing a 50% volume increase.  Now designers and manufacturers can produce final objects in one print run without having to assemble several smaller objects together.

"With DeeRed we focused on making 3D creation simple and easy, so customers can focus on their creativity, design and innovation," said David Miklas, be3D CEO. "When time to market is crucial, the ability to create high quality, large objects at an affordable price becomes even more paramount."

DeeRed, a Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) 3D printer, has two extruders that support printing with two different types of material or colors. In addition to a larger print chamber and a smaller overall footprint, the latest version of DeeRed offers many enhancements.

Print Preparation and Print Quality Features:

    --  Removable print platform - easy access to prepare the print platform and
        to remove the finished print
    --  New heating bed for printing with advanced materials such as ABS and
        HIPS
    --  Expanded portfolio of print profile templates - predefined settings
        within DeeControl software for optimized parameters; DeeControl is
        be3D's proprietary layering software that prepares design files into 3D
        print-ready files and is included with DeeRed
New Ease of Use & Safety Features:

    --  New, larger 7-inch touch-screen - Initiate, pause and continue 3D print
        operation through an intuitive touch screen interface
    --  Web cam - provides remote monitoring and still photos on print progress
    --  Ethernet connection - the ability to transfer final files to DeeRed from
        any networked computer
    --  Magnetic door locks and the ability to lock access to the printer -
        Prevents undesired door openings by automatically pausing printing and
        safeguards the print until it is completed and ready to be removed by
        the print owner
DeeRed is ideally suitable for a variety of professional applications, ranging from fast prototyping by designers and model creation by architects to customized manufacturing for marketing agencies,  finished goods manufacturing and augmented manufacturing.

Pricing and Availability
DeeRed will be making its debut at the 3D Printshow in Paris on October 16, Stand IN-2 at the Carrousel du Louvre. Suggested MSRP for DeeRed starts at 25,000 Euros (approximately $28,000 USD) and will be generally available in the first quarter of 2016. For additional details and product specifications, please visit be3dprinters.com.

Note to Editors: David Miklas will be speaking at 3D Printshow, Paris on October 17 during the Futurist: Fabricating Maker Futures tract, 11:30 am.

About be3D
be3D, a Y Soft Company, is revolutionizing the entry and mid-level 3D printing market. The company offers two advanced 3D printer models, DeeGreen and DeeRed, designed to satisfy even the most demanding of customers.  Headquartered in the Czech Republic, be3D has representation in Europe, North and South America, Australia, Japan and the United Arab Emirates. In 2014, Y Soft invested a majority stake in be3D.

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Mentor Graphics Announces Softing Industrial Automation EtherNet/IP and OPC UA Support in Nucleus RTOS and Mentor Embedded Linux Runtimes

WILSONVILLE, Ore., Oct. 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

NEWS HIGHLIGHTS:

    --  The Mentor Graphics® Nucleus® Real-time operating system (RTOS) and
        Mentor® Embedded Linux® runtime are integrated with the Softing
        EtherNet/Industrial Protocol (IP) and Open Platform Communication (OPC)
        Unified Architecture (UA) industrial automation protocol stacks.
    --  The Mentor Graphics solution, integrated with the Softing OPC UA stacks,
        streamlines the development of device integration to enable applications
        to easily access subsystem data.
    --  Targets next-generation industrial automation applications by providing
        a comprehensive suite of services including control, safety,
        synchronization, motion, configuration and information for increased
        industrial quality, production, and flexibility.
    --  The Softing Industrial Automation stacks can be deployed throughout the
        factory floor to integrate the Nucleus RTOS-based devices requiring
        real-time performance, as well as resource-rich machines running the
        Mentor Embedded Linux software.
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Mentor Graphics Corporation (NASDAQ: MENT) today announced the availability of Softing Industrial Automation stacks for the Nucleus real-time operating system (RTOS) and Mentor Embedded Linux products.  Targeting next-generation embedded devices for industrial automation applications, the Mentor Graphics runtime solutions with Softing Industrial Automation stacks provide a standards-based solution to integrate devices throughout the factory and enterprise using Ethernet technology.  The combination of Mentor runtimes with the Softing industrial middleware stacks makes interoperability possible between automation and control systems, field devices, and enterprise applications.  The Mentor Graphics embedded operating system (OS) runtimes with Softing Industrial Automation IP-based protocols provide an integrated solution for fast and efficient deployment of EtherNet/IP and Open Platform Communication Unified Architecture Object Linking and Embedding for Process Control-Unified Architecture (OPC UA) based solutions to move data between devices from different vendors.

The future for industrial automation includes a production environment in which devices, machines, and materials are connected with sensors, and communication technology that can be leveraged to increase quality, production efficiency and flexibility. The Mentor Graphics Nucleus RTOS is a real-time deterministic operating system that is both full-featured and scalable.  The Nucleus RTOS is ideal for resource-constrained industrial sensors and devices as well as resource-rich real-time embedded systems.  The Mentor Embedded Linux platform is a complete Yocto Project-based Linux distribution that has been fully tested for reliability and optimized for industrial performance.  The addition of Softing's industrial stacks to Mentor Graphics' runtime solutions provides users with access to decades of embedded and industrial automation and runtime expertise.

OPC UA

Open Platform Communications (OPC) is the interoperability standard for the secure and reliable exchange of data in the industrial automation space and in other industries. It is platform independent and ensures the seamless flow of information among devices from multiple vendors.  The OPC UA client/server integrated solution is high performance and 100% OPC compliant with proven interoperability, and comes complete with a range of functionality, including extended security, data access, complex data, eventing and historical access.  The Mentor Graphics solution, integrated with the Softing OPC UA Development Toolkits, streamlines the development of device integration to enable applications to easily access subsystem data.

The Softing Industrial Automation EtherNet/IP

The emergence of Ethernet connectivity as a standard for connecting devices on the factory floor has been enabled by both the increasing bandwidth speed and reduced cost of deployment. The Mentor Graphics EtherNet/IP integrated solution is a platform-independent solution that uses a proven standard application layer and common object model. The EtherNet/IP stack provides the developer with a complete set of functions for Control and Information Protocol (CIP) connectivity over TCP/IP as defined in the EtherNet/IP standard. The low overhead implementation and efficient use of resources for protocol processing make the Mentor Graphics solution ideal for field devices.

Faster Time to Market

The introduction of a fully integrated solution with industrial automation stacks and embedded runtimes provides system developers with the tools needed for fast deployment.  Because the solution is IP based, deployment can occur on existing Ethernet networks without a need to change existing infrastructure. The industrial automation stacks are clearly structured and the code is extensively documented.

Commentary:

Softing Industrial Automation

"As the specialist for industrial communication and Open Platform Communication (OPC), Softing provides a flexible, field tested solution for Industrial Ethernet Communication like PROFINET, Ethercat, Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP and OPC UA. With Softing's protocol stacks on board, customers will significantly reduce the development and verification effort on their way to an Industrial Ethernet capable product," says Hans-Werner Auberg, Managing Director Softing Industrial Automation GmbH. "Even with the pre-integrated OPC UA libraries development engineers benefit from Softing's long-standing technical expertise and a lower cost of ownership."

ARC Advisory Group

"The industrial automation marketplace seeks solutions that help enable factory OT and enterprise IT convergence, as well as provides the connectivity that is required to access data and intelligently manage all devices and assets in an Industrial Internet of Things world, leveraging proven manufacturing industry standards, such as EtherNet/IP and OPC," according to Craig Resnick, vice president, ARC Advisory Group. "The combination of Mentor Graphics' RTOS runtime solutions embedded into a variety of these devices and assets, along with Softing's industry standard EtherNet/IP and OPC asset connectivity solutions, brings real-time data from a broad portfolio of equipment that is diverse in technology, supplier, age and function to the enterprise.  This real-time data can now be processed by analytic software and converted into information that helps manufacturers operations make more intelligent decisions that increase their global competitiveness, productivity, and profitability."

Mentor Graphics

"The addition of EtherNet/IP and OPC-UA to the Mentor Embedded runtime portfolio gives developers an integrated solution to create next-generation industrial automation products that are standards-based and interoperable," stated Scot Morrison, general manager, platform business unit, Mentor Graphics Embedded Systems Division.  "The extension of Mentor's comprehensive industrial automation solutions with these new capabilities demonstrates our ongoing commitment to the industrial market."

For more information, please contact:

Larry Toda

Mentor Graphics

503.685.1664
larry_toda@mentor.com

About Mentor Embedded

The Mentor Graphics Embedded Systems Division enables embedded development for a variety of applications including automotive, industrial, smart energy, medical devices, and consumer electronics. Embedded developers can create systems with the latest processors and micro-controllers with commercially supported and customizable Linux®-based solutions including the industry-leading Sourcery(TM) CodeBench and Mentor Embedded Linux products.  For real-time systems, developers can take advantage of the small-foot-print and low-power-capable Nucleus RTOS. For more information, visit http://www.mentor.com/embedded

About Mentor Graphics

Mentor Graphics Corporation is a world leader in electronic hardware and software design solutions, providing products, consulting services and award-winning support for the world's most successful electronic, semiconductor and systems companies. Established in 1981, the company reported revenues in the last fiscal year in excess of $1.24 billion. Corporate headquarters are located at 8005 S.W. Boeckman Road, Wilsonville, Oregon 97070-7777. World Wide Web site: http://www.mentor.com/.

About Softing Industrial Automation

Softing Industrial Automation is a world leading provider of industrial communication products and technologies for manufacturing and process automation. The company's products and services are tailored to the requirements of system integrators, device vendors, machine and equipment manufacturers or end users and are known for their ease of use and functional advantages. For more details: http://industrial.softing.com

(Mentor Graphics, Mentor and Nucleus are registered trademarks and Sourcery is a trademark of Mentor Graphics Corporation. All other company or product names are the registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective owner.)

The registered trademark Linux® is used pursuant to a sublicense from LMI, the exclusive licensee of Linus Torvalds, owner of the mark on a world-wide basis.

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LG Ushers In New TV Category, Makes Advanced OLED TV Displays Attainable For More Consumers

LG Triples OLED TV Line-up, Slashes Prices More than 30 Percent

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., Oct. 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- With an expanded family of OLED TVs at aggressive new price points, LG Electronics is moving the industry's most advanced video display technology from an aspirational, early-adopter product to a mainstream category, the company announced today.

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Marking a significant milestone for the company that pioneered the revolutionary OLED TV technology, LG is announcing 30- to 45-percent price reductions for the new flat EF9500 series and curved EG9600 series 4K Ultra HD OLED TVs. Further taking OLED technology from the realm of premium products to the mass market, LG also is introducing sub-$2,000 prices for Full HD OLED TVs for the first time in the industry.

In less than a year, LG has tripled the number of models in its OLED TV portfolio. LG OLED TVs are now available in 55-, 65-, and 77-inch class sizes, both curved and flat, and 1080p Full HD and 4K Ultra HD resolutions. The LG OLED category will be a highlight of the Custom Electronic Design and Installation Association's annual trade show next week in Dallas. LG OLED is the Exclusive CEDIA Expo 2015 Partner.

"OLED TV is not just a new TV -- it's an entirely new category of television that delivers what experts and consumers alike are hailing as the best picture ever, a clear indication that OLED is here to stay," said William Cho, President and CEO, LG Electronics USA. "LG is the first and only manufacturer to deliver OLED TV to U.S. consumers, and our vision is to make this revolutionary technology more attainable by more consumers at prices comparable to many LED TV models on the market."

Through the company's ambitious and visionary approach to being the first to bring large-screen OLED TVs to market, LG has achieved significant manufacturing efficiencies, allowing LG OLED prices to drop rapidly. For example, even with new features and design enhancements, LG's new 55-inch class Full HD Curved OLED TV now priced at $1,999 is more than 85 percent lower than the price of LG's first-generation 55-inch class model, which first sold for $14,999 two years ago.

More Affordable, More Widely Available
Available nationwide through big-box retailers, regional dealers and specialty and custom-installation retailers, LG OLED TVS are now priced comparably to many of today's premium LCD/LED TVs. New LG OLED TV pricing is effective now and instant rebates are in effect for the remainder of the year:

EF9500 Series: Flat OLED 4K Ultra HD TVs
The world's first HDR-capable OLED TVs allow consumers to display high dynamic range (HDR) content from both streaming content partners and external source devices.

    --  55-inch class (54.6 inches diagonal) 55EF9500 (New net price - $2,999)
        --  Price move from $5,499 to $3,999, less $1,000 instant rebate
            available through the end of 2015.
    --  65-inch class (64.5 inches diagonal) 65EF9500 (New net price - $4,999)
        --  Price move from $6,999 to $5,999, less $1,000 instant rebate
            available through the end of 2015.
LG's EF9500 series TVs are the first OLED 4K TVs to be ENERGY STAR® certified.

EG9600: Art Slim Curved OLED 4K TVs
Created with Art Slim design technology to beautifully complement any interior decor, this series is receiving a firmware update that enables consumers to stream HDR content from current and future streaming content providers.

    --  55-inch class (54.6 inches diagonal) 55EG9600 (New net price - $2,999)
        --  Price move from $5,499 to $3,999 less $1000 instant rebate available
            through the end of 2015.
    --  65-inch class (64.5 inches diagonal) 65EG9600 (New net price - $4,999)
        --  Price move from $6,999 to $5,999 less $1000 instant rebate available
            through the end of 2015.
55EG9100: Full HD Curved OLED TV
Model 55EG9100 with webOS is the successor to LG's critically acclaimed 55EC9300 55-inch class Full HD curved OLED TV, offering the best 1080p picture quality available today - with perfect blacks and incredible color, even at wider viewing angles.

    --  55-inch class (54.6 inches diagonal) 55EG9100 (Net price - $1,999)
        --  Priced at $2,499, less instant rebate of $500, starting week of Oct.
            18.
Both the new 55EG9100 and its predecessor, the 55EC9300, are ENERGY STAR certified. The 55EC9300 is now available at the record-low price of $1,799 while supplies last.

Out with OLD, in with the OLED
OLED's revolutionary technology lets consumers enjoy awe-inspiring picture with perfect blacks and incredible color, even from wide viewing angles, unlike any LCD/LED TV can deliver. Blacks rendered by LG's OLED TV are up to 200 times deeper than those of an LCD panel, creating an infinite contrast ratio and bringing colors to life like never before.

Perfect blacks are key to LG OLED's high dynamic range (HDR) capability. According to the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA®), HDR promises to deliver a more expansive range of darkness, brightness and shadow detail, further enhancing the viewing experience. All new LG OLED 4K UHD TVs meet the CEA guidelines for HDR-Compatible Video Displays.

LG OLED TVs feature the award-winning webOS Smart TV platform designed to make finding and switching between content options - including broadcast TV, streaming services and external devices - simple and fast. LG's updated webOS platform for 2015 models features an enhanced user interface, reduces boot time and allows users to personalize Launch Bar menus to make it easier than ever for users to access their favorite content, including entertainment from 4K partners* such as Amazon Video, Netflix, DIRECTV and YouTube, and many more Full HD options.**

Learn more about LG's 2015 OLED TV lineup at http://www.lg.com/us/experience-tvs/oled-tv. To follow the conversation online check out #OLEDisHere.

*4K/UHD content delivery standards still being developed.

**Wireless Internet connection & certain subscriptions required and sold separately. Agreement to smart TV terms and conditions required to use certain smart features. Content and services vary by product and are subject to change without notice. WebOS does not support Flash. In order to stream 4K content you will need a high speed internet plan capable of receiving 20Mb per second of data.

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

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CONTACT: LG Electronics USA, John I. Taylor, 847 941 8181, john.taylor@lge.com, LG-One, Jacqueline Goense, 312 397 6011, jacqueline.goense@lg-one.com

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

360 Security Introduces New App, 360 Security Lite, to Mobile Consumers Globally with 1 GB of Memory or Less

App Now Available for Free Download in the Google Play Store

BEIJING, Oct. 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- 360 Security, a mobile antivirus and performance application for Android users, today announced the launch of its new 360 Security Lite application (app) now available for free download in the Google Play store. The 360 Security Lite app (4MB) offers the same boost, clean and antivirus protection as the 360 Security app, but is specially designed for phones with 1 gigabyte of memory or less.

Building on its years of experience, the new 360 Security Lite is an all-in-one free speed booster and antivirus app. The app also scans a user's device for viruses, malware, adware, ransomware, vulnerabilities and Trojans. 360 Security Lite allows users to speed up their devices, or clean up junk files for bigger memory space and longer battery life for smaller capacity phones.

"We are continually working to offer our customers new and innovative ways to protect their mobile devices. The 360 Security Lite app addresses the needs of customers who have phones with smaller memory, offering the same great security with a scaled down package of services," said Yan Huang, COO of 360 Security.

The 360 Security app and 360 Security Lite are currently available in more than 30 languages for free download in the Google Play store. To learn more about the apps or to download it today, click here.

Supporting Resources

    --  Visit 360 Mobile Security Limited: http://360overseas.com/
    --  Download the 360 Security application on Google Play
    --  Like 360 Security on Facebook
    --  Follow 360 Security on Twitter: @360safecenter
About 360 Security

Launched in June 2013, the 360 Security app for Android devices is one of Google Play's top antivirus and optimization applications. With more than 200,000,000 downloads globally, the 360 Security application is enhancing consumers' mobile experiences by securing and improving the performance of their devices. Key features of the app include optimization of device performance with freed up memory and prolonged battery life, as well as regular detection and protection against viruses, adware, malware, trojans and more.

Media Contact for 360 Mobile Security Limited

William Xu

360 Mobile Security Limited
william.xu@mobimagic.com

Jeff Stoecker

Racepoint Global for 360 Mobile Security

+1 (617) 624 - 3424
360security@racepointglobal.com

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Web Site: http://360overseas.com

360 Security Introduces New App, 360 Security Lite, to Mobile Consumers Globally with 1 GB of Memory or Less

App Now Available for Free Download in the Google Play Store

BEIJING, Oct. 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- 360 Security, a mobile antivirus and performance application for Android users, today announced the launch of its new 360 Security Lite application (app) now available for free download in the Google Play store. The 360 Security Lite app (4MB) offers the same boost, clean and antivirus protection as the 360 Security app, but is specially designed for phones with 1 gigabyte of memory or less.

Building on its years of experience, the new 360 Security Lite is an all-in-one free speed booster and antivirus app. The app also scans a user's device for viruses, malware, adware, ransomware, vulnerabilities and Trojans. 360 Security Lite allows users to speed up their devices, or clean up junk files for bigger memory space and longer battery life for smaller capacity phones.

"We are continually working to offer our customers new and innovative ways to protect their mobile devices. The 360 Security Lite app addresses the needs of customers who have phones with smaller memory, offering the same great security with a scaled down package of services," said Yan Huang, COO of 360 Security.

The 360 Security app and 360 Security Lite are currently available in more than 30 languages for free download in the Google Play store. To learn more about the apps or to download it today, click here.

Supporting Resources

    --  Visit 360 Mobile Security Limited: http://360overseas.com/
    --  Download the 360 Security application on Google Play
    --  Like 360 Security on Facebook
    --  Follow 360 Security on Twitter: @360safecenter
About 360 Security

Launched in June 2013, the 360 Security app for Android devices is one of Google Play's top antivirus and optimization applications. With more than 200,000,000 downloads globally, the 360 Security application is enhancing consumers' mobile experiences by securing and improving the performance of their devices. Key features of the app include optimization of device performance with freed up memory and prolonged battery life, as well as regular detection and protection against viruses, adware, malware, trojans and more.

Media Contact for 360 Mobile Security Limited

William Xu

360 Mobile Security Limited
william.xu@mobimagic.com

Jeff Stoecker

Racepoint Global for 360 Mobile Security

+1 (617) 624 - 3424
360security@racepointglobal.com

360 Mobile Security Limited

Web Site: http://360overseas.com/

360 Security Introduces New App, 360 Security Lite, to Mobile Consumers Globally with 1 GB of Memory or Less

App Now Available for Free Download in the Google Play Store

BEIJING, Oct. 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- 360 Security, a mobile antivirus and performance application for Android users, today announced the launch of its new 360 Security Lite application (app) now available for free download in the Google Play store. The 360 Security Lite app (4MB) offers the same boost, clean and antivirus protection as the 360 Security app, but is specially designed for phones with 1 gigabyte of memory or less.

Building on its years of experience, the new 360 Security Lite is an all-in-one free speed booster and antivirus app. The app also scans a user's device for viruses, malware, adware, ransomware, vulnerabilities and Trojans. 360 Security Lite allows users to speed up their devices, or clean up junk files for bigger memory space and longer battery life for smaller capacity phones.

360 Security Lite is addressing a need among a segment of mobile users who have small memory or older devices. Indeed, many users in the US, and globally, have mobile devices with 1GB or less of ram. Mobile users with limited storage and lower ram don't require the full 360 Security app suite of capabilities but still require protection as a lot of early model mobile devices and those with smaller memory capacity may not be up-to-date with the latest OS software, leaving them vulnerable to security threats. 360 Security Lite adds a layer of protection to those devices.

"We are continually working to offer our customers new and innovative ways to protect their mobile devices. The 360 Security Lite app addresses the needs of customers who have phones with smaller memory, offering the same great security with a scaled down package of services," said Yan Huang, COO of 360 Security. "While customers around the world will benefit from this new app, the Lite version is highly targeted for customers that have mobile devices with lower RAM or internal memory."

The 360 Security Lite app offers a package of features including:

    --  Boost: Offers options to close out of energy-consuming apps to save
        battery life.
    --  Clean: Scans and cleans junk files to free up storage space and
        systematically lists big files to allow users to delete files that
        consume storage.
    --  Antivirus: Offers a tap to scan option that identifies unsafe
        applications and alerts the user.
The 360 Security app and 360 Security Lite are currently available in more than 30 languages for free download in the Google Play store. To learn more about the apps or to download it today, click here.

Supporting Resources

    --  Visit 360 Mobile Security Limited: http://360overseas.com/
    --  Download the 360 Security application on Google Play
    --  Like 360 Security on Facebook
    --  Follow 360 Security on Twitter: @360safecenter
About 360 Security

Launched in June 2013, the 360 Security app for Android devices is one of Google Play's top antivirus and optimization applications. With more than 200,000,000 downloads globally, the 360 Security application is enhancing consumers' mobile experiences by securing and improving the performance of their devices. Key features of the app include optimization of device performance with freed up memory and prolonged battery life, as well as regular detection and protection against viruses, adware, malware, trojans and more.

Media Contact for 360 Mobile Security Limited

William Xu

360 Mobile Security Limited
william.xu@mobimagic.com

Jeff Stoecker

Racepoint Global for 360 Mobile Security

+1 (617) 624-3424
360security@racepointglobal.com

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intec to Present its Leading-Edge Solutions at Broadband World Forum in London

LUEDENSCHEID, Germany, October 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

    - Broadband World Forum 2015, London, 20 to 22 October 2015, Booth F20

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    The Broadband World Forum (BBWF), Europe's most important exhibition for the broadband
internet and telecommunications industry, will be held from 20 to 22 October - and intec,
the Germany-based innovation leader for telecommunications measuring instruments for xDSL,
IP and ISDN, will be there. This year as well, intec will exhibit its portfolio of
sophisticated measuring equipment, marketed under the ARGUS brand. With over 25 years of
experience, intec is one of Europe's leading providers of combined telecommunications
measuring technology, specially designed for broad deployment by operators of large
networks. In the best tradition of German-made engineering, these instruments stand out
thanks to their uncompromising performance, flexibility, reliability and versatility.

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    This year, the spotlight is on the ARGUS 162. This field-proven combi tester is not
only ideal for standard measurement tasks in connection with ADSL/VDSL (including
Vectoring) but also for use on innovative high-speed interfaces like GPON (FTTH). The
flexible application of a range of SFP modules (FTTx) enables triple-play and performance
testing not only via DSL but directly on a broad variety of Ethernet interfaces as well.
Additionally, the ARGUS 162 ADSL and VDSL tester can also be expanded with an LTE scanner.
Particularly when used in conjunction with the cable multimeter expansion ARGUS Copper Box,
the ARGUS 162 reveals its full performance capability: the tester executes copper tests
(Cu tests) to measure line quality and detect cabling faults. Additionally, the ARGUS 162
can be configured as a Wi-Fi access point for in-house use, enabling e.g. customer mobile
devices to access the commissioned copper or fibre optic broadband interface via the test
instrument.

    intec Gesellschaft fuer Informationstechnik 

    With over 25 years of experience in this sector, intec GmbH can be considered to be
one of the leading providers of xDSL, ISDN and IP-measurement technology in Europe. The
ARGUS product range provides a convenient solution for commissioning and troubleshooting
on xDSL and ISDN connections. Specifically designed for user requirements in daily,
praxis-related operations for international network operators, service providers and
installation companies. The ARGUS measuring devices have already been purchased more than
80,000 times. Companies such as Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone, Telefonica, KPN, British
Telecom and Telekom Austria put their trust in the quality of the intec products, "Made in
Germany".

    Graphical material and photos:

    Please get in touch with Frederik Lower, loewer@rheinfaktor.de, or check
http://www.rheinfaktor.de/presse/intec/pressefotos.html

    More information on the ARGUS testers can be found at http://www.argus.info or at
your local distributor. You can also call us at +49-2351-9070-0.

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Gameloft Announces the Launch of CSI: Slots on Smartphones and Tablets

An innovative game combining criminal investigation and slot machines

PARIS, October 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

    Gameloft, a leading digital and social game publisher, in partnership with CBS
Interactive, today announces the launch of CSI: Slots on iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Android
and Windows Phone. CSI: Slots releases with exciting mystery-seeping cases written in
collaboration with the CSI: writing team. Ultimately resulting in a dynamic and
interactive slots game that engages players on a whole new level.

    CSI: Slots allows players to combine the heart-pounding adventures of the CSI: team
with Las Vegas casino settings. Players must examine crime scenes, interrogate suspects
and solve captivating investigations by spinning slot machine reels. Each spin will lead
them closer to the killer and earn them all-new rewards, or help them strike it rich with
huge wins. Fans of the CSI: Franchise can interact with iconic characters of the series to
solve the crimes, and then play through special, themed slot machines, which can only be
unlocked by solving the cases.

    "We're thrilled to partner with CBS Interactive to offer an all-new and totally
interactive game concept," states Gonzague de Vallois, Senior Vice President Publishing at
Gameloft. "Featuring action and nail-biting intrigue, CSI: Slots promises many hours of
gameplay." 

    CSI: Slots is now available on iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Android and Windows Phone.

    View the launch trailer here: http://gmlft.co/CSI-Slots-launch-trailer

    Download the game on App Store [https://itunes.apple.com/app/id508813673 ], Google
Play [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gameloft.android.ANMP.GloftMAHM ]
and Windows Store [https://www.microsoft.com/store/apps/9nblgggzs38k ].

    About Gameloft: 

    A leading digital and social game publisher, Gameloft(R) has established itself as one
of the top innovators in its field since 2000. Gameloft creates games for all digital
platforms, including mobile phones, smartphones and tablets (including Apple(R) iOS,
Android(R) and Windows(R) devices), set-top boxes and connected TVs. Gameloft operates its
own established franchises such as Asphalt(R), Order & Chaos, Modern Combat or Dungeon
Hunter and also partners with major rights holders including Universal, Illumination
Entertainment, Disney(R), Marvel(R), Hasbro(R), Fox Digital Entertainment, Mattel(R) and
Ferrari(R).

    Gameloft is present on all continents, distributes its games in over 100 countries and
employs over 5,200 developers.

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

    (TM) CBS in USA. (TM) Daltrey Funding LP outside of USA. (c) 2000-2015 CBS
Broadcasting Inc. and Daltrey Funding LP. All Rights Reserved.

    (c) 2015 Gameloft. All Rights Reserved. Gameloft and the Gameloft logo are trademarks
of Gameloft in the U.S. and/or other countries.

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

     

Gameloft

Elbit Systems of America to Showcase at AUSA High Mobility Lethality Solutions for Winning in a Complex World

FORT WORTH, Texas, October 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

    As the United States Army faces the new challenges of an increasingly capable enemy,
Elbit Systems of America and its parent company Elbit Systems Ltd. are investing heavily
in research and development to give the soldier the decided advantage in this new and
complex environment. Providing integrated and networked solutions that leverage technical
and operational expertise, the company will showcase its solutions at the Association of
the United States Army (AUSA) in Washington, D.C., October 12-14.

    A world leader in improving lethality and survivability, Elbit Systems of America is
highlighting its Lightweight Remote Weapon Station (RWS-L) during the show. This RWS-L
provides precise performance in a small package for harsh battlefield conditions. Elbit
Systems of America's larger caliber Remote Weapon Station (RWS-H) is providing increased
lethality and accurate firing for high-mobility combat vehicles. Both weapon stations
feature a low silhouette and are fully remote to enhance crew protection and
survivability. The RWS-H configuration includes the addition of a coaxial machine gun,
anti-tank guided missiles, smoke grenade launchers, an independent commander's weapon
sight, laser warning system, and ballistic armor protection with minimal equipment inside
the vehicle.

    For precise targeting, the warfighter counts on solutions that leverage advances in
laser and optical technologies, such as the Enhanced Joint Terminal Attack Controller
Laser Target Designator (EJTAC LTD) on display at AUSA. The light-weight laser
designator/rangefinder, at less than five pounds, is a foot mobile solution for guidance
of munitions and a laser hand-off to aircraft. Featuring a digital magnetic compass and
near infrared laser pointer, the EJTAC LTD is effective during both day and night
missions.  

    While weapons protect the warfighter, intelligence gathering is just as important for
lethality and survivability. Soldiers using the Common Intelligent Display II have a size,
weight and power solution for improving situational awareness without compromising
performance. The high resolution display is a unique tool to improve operational
performance while being fully customizable to the soldiers' critical missions.

    Elbit Systems of America understands that accurate situational awareness allows for
quick coordination and effective responses to rapidly changing operational scenarios in
the new, complex world. Achieving this level of awareness requires advanced technologies
involving the latest hardware and software for both Army Infantry and Aviators.

    To learn more of the technical solutions provided by Elbit Systems of America visit
them at booth # 1139 (Hall A) during AUSA or visit them online at
http://www.elbitsystems-us.com

    NOTE to Journalist: The following systems and products will be highlighted at Elbit
Systems of America's booth during AUSA. You are invited to visit our booth to speak with
our subject matter experts. To schedule a meeting, please contact Shari Clarkson, Manager
Marketing Communications, +1-682-286-2363. 

       
        - 120mm Precision Guided Mortars - this 120mm laser guidance kit mounts on commonly
          used mortar shells with no additional modification or qualification while the
          reconfigured tail allows increases stability for precise targeting
        - 1:8 scale Stryker with 30mm Turret - is a lightweight remote weapon station features a
          Coax 7.62mm machine gun with an optional target tracker and laser range finder
        - Joint Terminal Attack Controller Laser Target Designator (E-JTAC LTD) - is one of the
          lightest weight laser targeting/hand-off solutions available for foot mobile
          warfighters with day and night capabilities
        - Common Laser Rangefinder Improved Capability (CLRF IC) - is an extremely lightweight
          targeting device incorporate day and night imaging and high accuracy laser based range
          finding
        - Common Intelligent Display II - is a ruggedized smart display for multiple military
          platforms that fully integrates cutting edge computing with a high resolution display
          and wide viewing angles
        - Cockpit Demonstrator - using an intuitive 3D grid Symbology and helmet tracker system
          the demonstrator shows how the tracker systems provide critical helicopter/tilt-rotor
          cues during brownout operations

    About Elbit Systems of America, LLC  

    Elbit Systems of America is a leading provider of high performance products, system
solutions, and support services focusing on the commercial aviation, defense, homeland
security, cyber security, and medical instrumentation markets.  With facilities throughout
the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who
contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States.  Elbit Systems of
America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ and TASE: ESLT), a global
electronics company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and
commercial applications. For additional information, visit:
http://www.elbitsystems-us.com or follow us on Twitter
[https://twitter.com/elbitsystemsus ].

    About Elbit Systems  

    Elbit Systems Ltd. is an international high technology company engaged in a wide range
of defense, homeland security and commercial programs throughout the world. The Company,
which includes Elbit Systems and its subsidiaries, operates in the areas of aerospace,
land and naval systems, command, control, communications, computers, intelligence
surveillance and reconnaissance ("C4ISR"), unmanned aircraft systems, advanced
electro-optics, electro-optic space systems, EW suites, signal intelligence systems, data
links and communications systems, radios and cyber-based systems. The Company also focuses
on the upgrading of existing platforms, developing new technologies for defense, homeland
security and commercial applications and providing a range of support services, including
training and simulation systems.

    For additional information, visit: http://www.elbitsystems.com or follow us on
Twitter [https://twitter.com/ElbitSystemsLtd ].

    Trademarks 

    Elbit Systems of America and other trademarks, service marks and logos are registered
or unregistered marks of Elbit Systems of America companies in the United States and in
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27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange
Act of 1934, as amended) regarding Elbit Systems Ltd. and/or its subsidiaries
(collectively the Company), to the extent such statements do not relate to historical or
current fact.  Forward-looking statements are based on management's expectations,
estimates, projections and assumptions.  Forward-looking statements are made pursuant to
the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as
amended.  These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain
risks and uncertainties, which are difficult to predict.  Therefore, actual future results,
performance and trends may differ materially from these forward-looking statements due to
a variety of factors, including, without limitation: scope and length of customer
contracts; governmental regulations and approvals; changes in governmental budgeting
priorities; general market, political and economic conditions in the countries in which
the Company operates or sells, including Israel and the United States among others;
differences in anticipated and actual program performance, including the ability to
perform under long-term fixed-price contracts; and the outcome of legal and/or regulatory
proceedings.  The factors listed above are not all-inclusive, and further information is
contained in Elbit Systems Ltd.'s latest annual report on Form 20-F, which is on file with
the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. All forward-looking statements speak only as
of the date of this release. The Company does not undertake to update its forward-looking
statements.

      Contact: Shari Clarkson, +1-682-286-2363, sharon.clarkson@elbitsystems-us.com

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Husqvarna Unveils Ideas for the Future of Professional Landscaping

HUSKVARNA, Sweden, October 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

    What if your trimmer could talk to your smartphone, or smart watch, and help you do
landscaping in new ways? Following the positive response to the sensor based fleet
management system Husqvarna Fleet Services, Husqvarna presents a concept of a connected
battery that can collect and provide real-time data from power tools. Featuring the
connected battery technology idea, Husqvarna also unveils a design concept hedge trimmer
for the future, with a visor that uses real-time data and augmented reality to support
operators. 

    To view the Multimedia News Release, please click:

    http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7647251-husqvarna-future-landscaping/
[http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7647251-husqvarna-future-landscaping ] 

    During a press event in Antwerp, Husqvarna unveiled a prototype of a lithium battery
with integrated Bluetooth connectivity - a connected battery. Tools equipped with the new
battery prototype will be able to share valuable information about themselves to their
user. The battery prototype can easily be paired with an operator's smartphone or a smart
watch, to either provide the operator direct information, or to pass on information to
other members of the team, such as other operators, managers, technicians or dealers.

    "Battery and connectivity constitute the biggest leap in our industry since motorizing
outdoor products," says Kai Warn, CEO and President of the Husqvarna Group. "The connected
battery and our concept hedge trimmer demonstrate Husqvarna's commitment to pioneer high
performing battery products and leverage the possibilities of the Internet of Things."

    Multiple benefits of real-time data

    The requirement for landscapers to increase productivity and end-results calls for
high-performing and efficient tools. When powering tools with intelligence, landscapers
can start developing new ways of working. For example, avoiding downtime by shifting from
reactive maintenance if a machine breaks down, to proactive maintenance, as the tools
themselves can alert and prepare managers and technicians when they need service.

    Other examples of opportunities from real-time data provided by the connected battery
prototype:

       
        - Improving skills: Tools can give direct feedback and guidance on how to use them,
          helping operators to refine their technique as well as help beginners use the tool in
          a professional and optimized way faster.
        - Improving safety: The new battery opens up new opportunities to improve user safety,
          as well as to prevent theft by locking your machine so someone else cannot use it.
        - Improving team communications: Getting an instant overview enables team leaders to go
          from 'how did we do today' to 'how are we doing right now' and thus be more flexible
          in adjusting directives or allocating resources differently if something unexpected
          happens.
        - Improving planning: With the data and insights provided by the connected battery, team
          leaders will have better intelligence to support their planning, both short and long
          term.

    Husqvarna RamusTM - A design concept for the future 

    To manifest the belief in the potential from battery and connectivity, Husqvarna has
also created 'Husqvarna RamusTM' - an intelligent and super light futuristic concept hedge
trimmer that employs the same technology as in Husqvarna's connected battery prototype.
The concept trimmer features existing technologies from the forefront of several different
industries, some examples include:

       
        - Super light cutting blades in carbon fibre and liquid metal, with individual
          sensors on each blade to govern exactly how much power the battery should provide for
          the job at hand.
        - An augmented reality visor that uses data to support the operator in real-time with
          everything from machine status information to projected cutting patterns while
          cutting.
        - An integrated micro camera that displays the cutting view within the operator's visor
          when cutting high hedges or complicated angles out of sight.

    The prototype of the connected battery and the Husqvarna RamusTM concept hedge trimmer
was unveiled on September 30th at an international event about the future of landscaping,
held by Husqvarna in Antwerp, Belgium. The prototype of the connected battery is currently
patent-pending and further details are to be defined. 

    Husqvarna Fleet Services

    Husqvarna was first in deploying connectivity to outdoor power products and in 2014
'Husqvarna Fleet Services' was introduced - an online service platform that supports
landscaping professionals with data from smart sensors added on to products. The aim is to
integrate the new connected battery with Husqvarna Fleet Services when available to the
market. And just now, Husqvarna is launching a smartphone app version of Husqvarna Fleet
Services that further supports work in the field and increases crew involvement. For
example, the new app allows team leaders and operators to access assignment details on the
map and even record and submit new business opportunities identified by the operators
while working in the field.

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Print-Rite's CoLiDo Makes 3D Printers Affordable in Every Home

HONG KONG, Oct. 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Although there are many affordable 3D printers in the market, people still need technical knowledge to use the printers. The printers cannot fulfill the "3S" rules of a home device - Small, Safe and Simple. The market is still waiting for a real home use 3D printer.

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Now the time has come. CoLiDo, a global 3D printer brand, has launched the home use 3D printer CoLiDo Compact, which strictly follows the 3S rules:

    --  Small - The printer is small and in cube form which fits well into most
        home environments. With CoLiDo's 3D printing technology, CoLiDo Compact
        delivers a high print quality even though it's small in size (10.9 x
        12.5 x 13.5 inch). The printer has a relatively large build size (5.1 x
        5.1 x 5.1 inch) which is sufficient for producing most toys and home use
        products.
    --  Safe - To ensure the safety of the printer, CoLiDo Compact's edges are
        specially made to reduce sharpness. The transparent case allows users to
        see clearly what is happening during operation. Doors are added to the
        front and the top of the printer to prevent accidental or improper
        touching of the print head, which is key for homes with small children.
        The non-heat build platform prevents users from getting burned. Low
        noise level, odor-less and the use of non-toxic filaments make CoLiDo
        Compact safe and harmless to everyone in the home.
    --  Simple - Unlike many other 3D printers, CoLiDo Compact is Plug-and-Print
        so there is no need for calibration prior to using. The printer is
        controlled by the intuitive software REPETIER-HOST with pre-settings
        created by CoLiDo. Users can simply choose the desired setting and start
        the 3D printing, just like everyone knows what to do with 2D printers.
Not many 3D printers can achieve the 3S rules, but CoLiDo Compact can. Print-Rite foresees that CoLiDo Compact will lead the way for 3D printing to enter and expand into the consumer market, which people have yet to see from other printer brands. CoLiDo Compact is now available in CoLiDo.com and CoLiDo's authorized resellers. CoLiDo Compact will be shown in RemaxWorld Expo 2015 during 15-17 Oct 2015 in Zhuhai, China.

Media Contact:

Hugo Wong

Product Manager

Print-Rite Management Co. Ltd.

Tel: +852-2140-9251

Email: hugowong@print-rite.com

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Print-Rite's CoLiDo Makes 3D Printers Affordable in Every Home

HONG KONG, Oct. 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Although there are many affordable 3D printers in the market, people still need technical knowledge to use the printers. The printers cannot fulfill the "3S" rules of a home device - Small, Safe and Simple. The market is still waiting for a real home use 3D printer.

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Now the time has come. CoLiDo, a global 3D printer brand, has launched the home use 3D printer CoLiDo Compact, which strictly follows the 3S rules:

    --  Small - The printer is small and in cube form which fits well into most
        home environments. With CoLiDo's 3D printing technology, CoLiDo Compact
        delivers a high print quality even though it's small in size (10.9 x
        12.5 x 13.5 inch). The printer has a relatively large build size (5.1 x
        5.1 x 5.1 inch) which is sufficient for producing most toys and home use
        products.
    --  Safe - To ensure the safety of the printer, CoLiDo Compact's edges are
        specially made to reduce sharpness. The transparent case allows users to
        see clearly what is happening during operation. Doors are added to the
        front and the top of the printer to prevent accidental or improper
        touching of the print head, which is key for homes with small children.
        The non-heat build platform prevents users from getting burned. Low
        noise level, odor-less and the use of non-toxic filaments make CoLiDo
        Compact safe and harmless to everyone in the home.
    --  Simple - Unlike many other 3D printers, CoLiDo Compact is Plug-and-Print
        so there is no need for calibration prior to using. The printer is
        controlled by the intuitive software REPETIER-HOST with pre-settings
        created by CoLiDo. Users can simply choose the desired setting and start
        the 3D printing, just like everyone knows what to do with 2D printers.
Not many 3D printers can achieve the 3S rules, but CoLiDo Compact can. Print-Rite foresees that CoLiDo Compact will lead the way for 3D printing to enter and expand into the consumer market, which people have yet to see from other printer brands. CoLiDo Compact is now available in CoLiDo.com and CoLiDo's authorized resellers. CoLiDo Compact will be shown in RemaxWorld Expo 2015 during 15-17 Oct 2015 in Zhuhai, China.

Media Contact:

Hugo Wong

Product Manager

Print-Rite Management Co. Ltd.

Tel: +852-2140-9251

Email: hugowong@print-rite.com

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Super-fast Wireless iPhone Charger Reaches $10,000 in Kickstarter: Superb Charging Performance Achieved by Bench Soft's Own X-link Technology

SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- #KICKSTARTER -- Bench Soft, a smartphone accessories company dedicated to developing accessories with a touch of humanity, creativity, and fun, was funded $10,000 on Kickstarter in just two days with its wireless iPhone charger and case set Xl.i.CON.

iPhone users always face the problem of having insufficient power, for it is designed with a built-in, non-removable battery. Also, it is not always easy to get an access to iPhone charger. Bench Soft finally came up with a brilliant solution to this incessant problem with Xl.i.CON.

Xl.i.CON consists of a wireless charging battery and a beautifully designed case for the iPhone 6 series with a powerful charging performance.

The name "Xl" stands for the "X-shaped magnetic connector, "i" stands for iPhone, and "CON" stands for connector. It is pronounced "excel-icon."

Bench Soft developed the Xl.i.CON series after noticing that there were no mobile accessories on the market that could charge and sync data simultaneously, except for the iPhone's original lightning cable. The product does its job flawlessly via a case and a wireless charging battery that use an X-shaped magnetic connector.

The X-shaped magnetic connector developed with Bench Soft's own X-link technology that stacks the charger and case together is the key part which makes it possible to provide the charging speed of up to 90% of plug-in phone chargers, and perform much better than Freedy's wireless charger.

The wireless battery has two charging modes: eco and high-speed charging. In eco mode, users can fully charge the iPhone 2.3 times, as it uses 95% capacity of the battery with 4,300 mAh. In high-speed charging mode, users can fully charge it 1.7 times at 2,000 mAh per hour, same as the original iPhone charger.

The Xl.i.CON case for iPhone 6 series has soft texture and provides a great grip. It has a MFI certified micro 5-pin adaptor to make it possible to charge the phone with Android phone chargers. The adaptor is magnetic, making it easy to attach and detach, and users get the freedom to choose which charger or cable to use with this feature.

In addition, with a mobile app and Bluetooth connection, users can see the remaining battery power by 1% unit. Users have the options to choose either charging mode or data sync mode. The product also prevents users from misplacing their iPhones via its app that shows the distance between the phone and the battery.

Its Kickstarter page is http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1490536746/xlicon-the-worlds-most-versatile-iphone-6-6-compan?ref=project_link. Its YouTube link is http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fSfp-BsCHJk&feature=youtu.be.

Website: bench-soft.com

SOURCE  Bench Soft

Bench Soft

CONTACT: Bench Soft, +82-70-7841-0310, info@bench-soft.com

Rs. 35 Lakh in 35 Days: Non-stop Action at RummyCircle's 7th Annual Diwali Rummy Tournament

MUMBAI, October 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

    RummyCircle.com today announced the biggest Diwali bonanza yet - the 7th Annual Diwali
Rummy Tournament [https://www.rummycircle.com/promotions/diwalirummytournament.html ](TM)
with Rs. 35 lakh in cash prizes. It's a month-long extravaganza that started on October
5th and will run till November 8th, 2015. There will be multiple daily qualifier rummy
tournaments from Monday to Saturday and a weekly finale every Sunday where you can win
cash prizes and tickets to the Grand Finale. The finale, which will be held on November
8th, will have Rs. 11 lakh in total cash prizes.

    Explaining the nuances of Diwali Rummy Tournament(TM) 2015, Saurabh Sinha, Retention
Manager at RummyCircle.com says, "Each year, we aim to better the Rummy experience for our
players. This year's bigger and better format allows you to win cash prizes daily and
weekly, in addition to the Grand Finale mega prize. So irrespective of whether you qualify
in the first week or not, you can continue playing through the month and add to your
Diwali winnings every day for the next one month. "

    Play, win, and book your seat for the Grand Finale. Click here for the full schedule
and plan your month well.
[https://www.rummycircle.com/promotions/diwalirummytournament-overview.html#diwali-rummy ]

    And, it certainly isn't a man's game. Last year's winner was a lady who beat thousands
of players to be crowned the champion of Diwali Rummy Tournament(TM) (DRT) 2014.
35-year-old Gayathri from Andhra Pradesh won the first prize of Rs. 5.4 lakh and a trip to
Hong Kong and Macau in the 6th DRT. "I have been playing on RummyCircle for 1.5 years and
I believe this is the most trusted website for a real Rummy experience. I felt very happy
and blessed after winning the Diwali Rummy Tournament 2014. I highly recommend RummyCircle
to all my friends, family members and others for the 'Best Rummy Experience' and to win
real cash prizes," she says.

    The runner-up of DRT 2014 has a very interesting story. Mr. Lingaraj, a software
engineer from Chennai, did not know Rummy. He learnt how to play on RummyCircle.com,
practiced the game, and went on to win the 2nd position in last year's DRT with Rs. 2.5
lakh cash and an all-expense paid foreign trip. "No other online games have given such a
huge amount as a cash prize. I felt I got a Diwali gift that will fulfill all my needs.
Looking forward to the 7th Annual DRT," he says.

    This year, there are mobile-special matches as well that can be played on the Android
mobile app. To download the mobile rummy app on your android phone, give a missed call on
08080894422, and you will receive an SMS with a link to download the app. Or you can
download the rummy mobile app [https://android.rummycircle.com/mobile/RummyCircle.apk ] on
your Android phone. Those using iOS and other operating systems can play on the mobile
website directly by visiting m.rummycircle.com [https://m.rummycircle.com ].

    Don't miss this chance. Learn how to play rummy
[https://www.rummycircle.com/how-to-play-rummy/rummy-guide.html ], start playing the
qualifiers today, and win cash prizes to make your Diwali prosperous. Register on
RummyCircle [https://www.rummycircle.com ] and become a cash player now to participate in
the biggest 7th Annual Diwali Rummy Tournament(TM).

    About Play Games24x7 Pvt. Ltd.  

    Play Games24x7 Pvt. Ltd. operates India's favorite online rummy website,
http://www.RummyCircle.com , with more than 2.5 million rummy players. RummyCircle
offers the simplest online multiplayer rummy game in popular formats for free, and cash.
The site offers an extremely secure playing environment with multiple payment options and
a quick withdrawal system.

    The management team is immensely passionate about delivering nothing but the best
rummy experience to every rummy player. Play Games24x7 was established in 2006. It is
professionally managed by entrepreneurs in the online game space who are alumni of NYU,
IIT, IIM and is funded by Tiger Global Management.

    *Terms and Conditions Apply. Visit RummyCircle.com to learn more.

       
         
        Media Contact: 
        Sakshi Talwar 
        sakshi.talwar@games24x7.com 
        +91-9820601402 
        Communications Manager 
        Play Games24x7 Pvt. Ltd. 

     

Play Games24x7 Private Limited

Disney Accelerator Showcases 10 Promising Start-Ups At Demo Day

Start-ups announce product launches and funding, as well as programs with The Walt Disney Company

BURBANK, Calif., Oct. 7, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the 2015 Disney Accelerator powered by Techstars, a program designed to accelerate the growth of start-up companies from around the world, hosted a Demo Day where the 10 participating companies presented their businesses to the investment and entrepreneurial communities, industry leaders and Disney executives. Many of the companies announced product launches and funding, as well as new relationships and programs with several divisions of The Walt Disney Company, including ABC, Disney Consumer Products and Interactive Media, ESPN, Lucasfilm, Marvel, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts and others.

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During the three-month Disney Accelerator program the participants received up to $120,000 in investment capital to develop their ideas, along with mentor support from top Disney executives. Mentors included Chairman and CEO Robert A. Iger, and leaders from Marvel, Lucasfilm, ABC, ESPN and Walt Disney Imagineering, plus Techstars' extensive network of entrepreneurs, investors and executives.

"Disney Accelerator has allowed us to work with some of the world's most innovative start-ups who are developing products, experiences, and technologies that will help shape the future of entertainment," said Kevin Mayer, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer of The Walt Disney Company. "Their entrepreneurial spirit, combined with Disney's experience, make for a powerful combination--and we are excited to partner with many of them as they continue their journeys."

The Disney Accelerator 2015 start-up companies are as follows:

    --  Decisive: Decisive analyzes and predicts how audiences will respond to
        images and video on social media platforms. While in Disney Accelerator,
        Decisive exited the mobile ad business to launch a new predictive social
        analytics platform for brands.
    --  EMOTIV:  EMOTIV creates technology to enable everyone to build a
        relationship with their brain. EMOTIV Insight is a wearable for your
        brain that monitors emotions, improves mental performance and controls
        both virtual and physical objects with thoughts.  EMOTIV Insight is
        available now.
    --  FEM Inc.: FEM Inc. engages diverse audiences with Prizma, a platform
        that powers personalized video experiences using principles of
        neuroscience. During the Disney Accelerator, FEM Inc. launched Prizma
        and announced $3M in Series Seed funding.
    --  HYP3R: HYP3R makes it easy for businesses to engage influential
        customers at specific locations on a personal level, in real-time. Since
        joining Disney Accelerator, HYP3R enhanced its engagement platform and
        has seen 100% revenue growth every month.
    --  imperson: imperson is pioneering conversational media, driven by
        artificial intelligence, so fans can message their favorite movie and TV
        characters. Today imperson announced that it will be working with the
        team at Disney Consumer Products and Interactive Media Labs to create a
        new messaging experience for The Muppets featuring Miss Piggy coming
        later this fall.
    --  Littlstar: Littlstar is a Virtual Reality and 360 video consumer
        destination and developer platform, where audiences can discover and
        share premium immersive content. Littlstar is live on iPhone, Android,
        Web, and the Gear VR, with more devices coming. Creators are running
        exclusive VR content on Littlstar and building on their platform.
    --  MakieLab: MakieLab lets kids bring toys to life by building their own
        customizable 3D-printed toys through creative games and apps. Since
        joining Disney Accelerator, MakieLab has opened up an office in Los
        Angeles to expand into the US market. MakieLab will be introducing
        Disney, Disney--Pixar and Marvel-branded accessories for Makie dolls, as
        well as helping kids create their own versions of a Star Darling -
        inspired by Disney's brand-new franchise for girls - in Fall 2016.
    --  Open Bionics: Open Bionics is turning children with limb differences
        into Super Heroes, creating low-cost, 3D printed, bionic hands for
        amputees. Today Open Bionics revealed custom bionic hands for kids. The
        Walt Disney Company is generously donating the time of its creative
        teams and providing royalty free licenses, which will allow Open Bionics
        to offer Disney-inspired bionic hands for kids from franchises such as
        Star Wars, Marvel's Iron Man and Disney's Frozen.  Industrial Light &
        Magic's xLAB division and Walt Disney Animation Studios supported the
        design efforts.
    --  Pundit: Pundit is talk for mobile & social -- an easy way to create,
        share and respond to stories with your voice. While participating in
        Disney Accelerator, Pundit piloted "Pundit Talks" with top talent from
        Disney Music Group and Radio Disney. Pundit beta is currently available
        in the App Store.
    --  StatMuse: StatMuse is an interactive platform for sports fans to search,
        share, and discover sports, powered by simple natural language. On
        StatMuse, every search result is a piece of content and every sports fan
        becomes a content creator. StatMuse announced today that it will
        officially launch StatMuse.com later this month, and starting this
        basketball season, StatMuse is contributing to ESPN's statistical
        basketball content.
Last year's Disney Accelerator companies have reached many milestones since completing the program.  All of the 2014 startups have raised capital, been acquired or become profitable since joining the 2014 Disney Accelerator, and many of the participating companies have launched products and programs in conjunction with The Walt Disney Company, including Sphero's hugely successful BB-8 droid toy that was released on Force Friday. For more information about the Disney Accelerator program, please visit http://DisneyAccelerator.com.

About The Walt Disney Company

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. Disney is a Dow 30 company and had annual revenues of $48.8 billion in fiscal 2014.

About Techstars

Techstars is a global ecosystem that empowers entrepreneurs to bring new technologies to market wherever they choose to live. With dozens of mentorship-driven accelerator programs and thousands of community programs worldwide, Techstars exists to support the world's most promising entrepreneurs throughout their lifelong journey, from inspiration to IPO. Techstars provides access to tens of thousands of community leaders, founders, mentors, investors, and corporate partners, allowing entrepreneurs to accelerate the pace of innovation and do more faster. Techstars supports every stage of the entrepreneurial journey - from early stage grassroots community development to more formal opportunities that provide education, experience, acceleration, funding, and beyond.

Contact:
Kirsten Erickson

The Walt Disney Company

818-931-3886
Kirsten.Erickson@Disney.com

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LG launches its most sensational TV viewing experience yet in Canada: The LG 4K OLED

65-inch and 55-inch 4K OLED TVs are two of three new OLED models now available

TORONTO, Oct. 5, 2015 /CNW/ - LG Electronics Canada (LG) has expanded its Canadian OLED offering with the introduction of its revolutionary 65-inch and 55-inch 4K OLED TVs (Models 65EG9600 and 55EG9200), which display images at quadruple the resolution of Full HD 1080p televisions. A new 55-inch HD OLED (Model 55EG9100) has also been released.

LG Electronics' industry leading OLED display technology takes at-home viewing to the next level, producing vivid colours and the blackest blacks to create an incredibly realistic image.

"LG is committed to providing Canadian consumers the ultimate viewing experience in the comfort of their own homes," said Abraham Cherian, Senior Brand Manager, LG Electronics Canada. "This OLED expansion speaks to LG's focus on innovation and 4K OLED televisions boast the best display technology available on the market today. For all those Canadians who crave a state-of-the-art home viewing experience, OLED displays are so unbelievably realistic, you feel like you're part of the scene. There's nothing like it."

The OLED Difference

LG's OLED panel features a gentle curve. This ensures superior image quality no matter your viewing angle in the room. The panel is made up of 33 million sub pixels that produce the most lifelike colours and infinite contrast ratio. This produces richer, more natural hues and creates the deepest blacks. Additionally the OLED's incredibly fast response rate means the TV renders motion flawlessly with no flickering or blurring.

"When you look at the image on an 4K OLED  screen, you're actually viewing an image made up of pixels - 33 million sub pixels to be exact," said Cherian. "The image is so crisp - there is no bleed between the bright white of the moon, for example, and the black of the night sky. The reason for this is that each of those pixels is like a tiny bulb. If the bulb is off - it's black. If it's on, it's a bright, vivid colour. This makes OLED a totally different technology than traditional HD LED TVs."

LG's 4K OLEDs provide the best screens to enjoy new 4K content from leading providers. Rogers has made the world's largest commitment to live sports broadcasting in 4K, including over 100 live sporting events such as every 2016 Toronto Blue Jays(TM) home game and over 20 marquee NHL games this season. Rogers customers can be among the first to get Rogers 4K TV and a 4K set top box by visiting Rogers.com/4K.

All three new OLED models feature webOS 2.0, the latest iteration of LG's proprietary smart TV platform. With its enhanced user interface and advanced features, webOS 2.0 makes navigating a smart TV simpler, easier and more intuitive. webOS 2.0 also reduces boot time and allows users to personalize the menus, making it easier than ever for users to access their favourite content. In addition, LG's 2015 OLED TVs feature speakers developed in partnership with audio leader Harman/Kardon to ensure that the flawless OLED images will be accompanied by sound quality that is second to none.

The 65-inch 4K OLED (MSRP $7999.99), the 55-inch 4K OLED (MSRP $4499.99) and the 55-inch HD OLED (MSRP $3499.99) are now available at leading retailers nationwide, marking a revolution in Canadian home entertainment.

About LG Electronics, Inc.
LG Electronics, Inc. (KSE: 066570.KS) is a global leader and technology innovator in consumer electronics, mobile communications and home appliances, employing 83,000 people working in 119 locations around the world. With 2014 global sales of USD 55.91 billion (KRW 59.04 trillion), LG comprises four business units     Home Entertainment, Mobile Communications, Home Appliance & Air Solution, and Vehicle Components     and is one of the world's leading producers of flat panel TVs, mobile devices, air conditioners, washing machines and refrigerators. LG Electronics is a 2014 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year. For more news and information on LG Electronics, please visit http://www.LGnewsroom.com.

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

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Qualcomm Announces LTE Advanced for Windows 10 Notebooks, 2-in-1 and Tablets

--Industry-leading Qualcomm Snapdragon LTE Modems Power 4G LTE available on Windows 10 mobile computing devices--

SAN DIEGO, Oct. 7, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM) through its subsidiary, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., today announced that it is extending its LTE modem technology leadership to provide fast and reliable cellular connectivity in the next generation of Windows 10 notebooks and tablets for consumers, and enterprise customers. Embedded Qualcomm(®) Snapdragon((TM)) X12, X7 and X5 LTE modems will support a range of connected user experiences in upcoming Windows 10 notebooks, 2-in-1s and tablets later this year.

Compatible with the native Mobile Broadband Interface Model (MBIM) in Windows 10, embedded Snapdragon LTE modems are designed to provide similar mobility experiences on PCs that are found in smartphones. Enterprise users are now increasingly using embedded LTE and location capabilities to enhance security and productivity with new flexible data plans that enable remote data wipe, sponsored connectivity, and pay-as-you-go mobile broadband service on operator networks around the world.

LTE connectivity is being adopted in Windows 10 devices produced by numerous original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) around the world, including Dell, HP, Lenovo and Panasonic. Additionally, Snapdragon LTE embedded modules are available from Foxconn and Sierra Wireless, to name a few.

"Incorporating Qualcomm Technologies' fast reliable cellular connectivity to Windows 10 devices will create an enhanced rich mobile experience allowing users the capability to load web pages, video conference, stream videos faster and more with greater quality," said Chris Morrissey, director of business planning, Microsoft. "Combining the two technologies allows Enterprise customers to tap into a new level of productivity and efficiency from their Windows 10 PCs."

"LTE takes modern connectivity to a whole new level of user capability," said Brand Cheng, senior vice president, Foxconn. "With the higher echelon of throughput this technology provides, our opportunities are becoming truly limitless."

"LTE Advanced technology is growing in importance for both consumers and business users of the more than 80 networks around the world that have upgraded to support the significantly faster network speeds LTE Advanced provides," said Dan Schieler, senior vice president, OEM Solutions, Sierra Wireless. "Using a Snapdragon X7 LTE modem, we are enabling LTE Advanced on the latest version of the most popular operating system worldwide, its benefits will continue to be seen by an increasing number of people in every corner of the globe."

"As adoption of Windows 10 continues to grow at an exponential pace, it's increasingly clear that users will settle for nothing less than a superior enterprise-class, mobile first experience," said Fram Akiki, senior director of product management, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. "The Snapdragon LTE modem family provides a range of productivity services to IT managers and mobile workforce for cloud based data, applications and analytics through a secure and reliable connection."

To deliver smartphone connectivity to the PC industry, Qualcomm Technologies offers a broad portfolio of discrete LTE modems across multiple classes for integration into enterprise-class mobile devices.  These are the same trusted Snapdragon LTE modems used in a number of smartphones and other mobile devices commercially available today. Windows 10-compatible

LTE modems include:

    --  Snapdragon X12 LTE Modem
        --  An LTE Category 12 modem in the downlink and Category 13 in the
            uplink that supports download speeds of up to 600 Mbps through 3x
            downlink Carrier Aggregation (CA) and 256-QAM, as well as upload
            speeds of up to 150 Mbps through 2x CA and 64-QAM.
    --  Snapdragon X7 LTE Modem
        --  An LTE Category 6 modem that supports download speeds of up to 300
            Mbps and upload speeds of up to 50 Mbps, with support for 2x20 MHz
            downlink Carrier Aggregation (CA) for both LTE TDD and FDD global CA
            deployments.
    --  Snapdragon X5 LTE Modem
        --  An LTE Category 4 modem that supports download speeds of up to 150
            Mbps and upload speeds of up to 50Mbps in the uplink, with support
            for 2x10MHz downlink Carrier Aggregation (CA).
As LTE Advanced continues to evolve and spread, the range of capabilities for consumers and enterprise users expands to new categories, such as the Internet of Everything, wearables, connected car, healthcare, smart cities and object tracking. Qualcomm Technologies continues to be a leader in driving the commercialization of faster downloads, speedy application performance, improved power efficiency and reliable connectivity across greater coverage areas.

About Qualcomm Incorporated

Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM) is a world leader in 3G, 4G and next-generation wireless technologies. Qualcomm Incorporated includes Qualcomm's licensing business, QTL, and the vast majority of its patent portfolio. Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated, operates, along with its subsidiaries, substantially all of Qualcomm's engineering, research and development functions, and substantially all of its products and services businesses, including its semiconductor business, QCT. For more than 30 years, Qualcomm ideas and inventions have driven the evolution of digital communications, linking people everywhere more closely to information, entertainment and each other. For more information, visit Qualcomm's website, OnQ blog, Twitter and Facebook pages.

Qualcomm and Snapdragon are trademarks of Qualcomm Incorporated, registered in the United States and other countries.

Qualcomm Contacts:

Pete Lancia, Corporate Communications

Phone: 1-858-845-5959

Email: corpcomm@qualcomm.com

Warren Kneeshaw, Investor Relations

Phone: 1-858-658-4813

Email: ir@qualcomm.com

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The Vitamix 780: The First Touch Screen Blender From Vitamix Boasts Innovative And Intuitive Design

CLEVELAND, Oct. 7, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Vitamix(® )introduces the 780 - the sleekest, most streamlined Vitamix machine to date. The Vitamix 780 boasts the advanced, high-performance blending the company is known for, now enhanced with capacitive touchscreen controls.

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Modern and sophisticated, the machine's scratch-resistant, hardened-glass touch screen cleans with a single swipe. It is designed with an appealing vertical orientation of controls, engineered for ease of use and walk-away convenience.

The Vitamix 780 makes blending intuitive, creating entire recipes with a single touch. The machine features five pre-programmed settings for Smoothies, Frozen Desserts, Hot Soups, Puree, as well as a Cleaning Cycle. Users can watch the machine as it cycles from one speed to the next on the vertical controls as programs run. An automatic shut-off at the end of each cycle takes the guesswork out of blending speeds and times, to ensure consistent results.

"We are excited to offer the new Vitamix 780 exclusively this holiday season through Williams-Sonoma," said Vitamix CEO Jodi Berg. "The 780 is our first fully capacitive touch machine, making it easier than ever for consumers to incorporate more whole foods into their diets easily and deliciously."

"Vitamix is a long-time, key partner to Williams-Sonoma and the 780 is truly a groundbreaking introduction," Williams-Sonoma President Janet Hayes added. "The touchscreen feature of the machine is unprecedented for the company, and by launching the Vitamix 780, Williams-Sonoma continues to maintain its status as a leading source of exclusive products for our customers."

Powerful and versatile, the Vitamix 780 is also equipped with a Variable Speed Control that adjusts from low to high with the swipe of a thumb to process hearty ingredients, like leafy greens, frozen fruits and crunchy vegetables. A fully variable Pulse action can be used alone and in tandem with the pre-programmed settings or Variable Speed Control to effortlessly create a variety of textures. The tamper helps blend thick or frozen mixtures with perfect results every time.

"Vitamix is changing the way people blend with a single touch, making everyday preparation of delicious, healthy meals simple and enjoyable," said Karen Haefling, vice president of marketing, Vitamix. "With intuitive touch controls and the superior features of every Vitamix machine, the Vitamix 780 is the epitome of the ultimate high-performance blender."

The Vitamix 780 has a compact and modern design that fits under most kitchen cabinets, keeping it readily accessible on the counter for daily use. It delivers quality blends and takes the place of several appliances, freeing up valuable counter space.

The low profile 64-ounce, BPA-free container includes a hardened stainless steel blade and wider base for finer blending. Enhanced airflow management, similar to Vitamix commercial blenders, dramatically reduces noise, offering quieter blending. This feature also improves motor cooling for longer, more robust processing of even the toughest foods.

The Vitamix 780 has a suggested retail price of $699.95, and includes a cookbook and a full seven-year warranty. It is available in a premium, easy-to-clean black finish exclusively at Williams-Sonoma and vitamix.com.

About Vitamix
The Vitamix family of companies is privately held and family-owned and -operated. Founded in 1921, Vitamix manufactures high-performance blending equipment for home and commercial use. Its commercial customer list reads like a "Who's Who" of major restaurant chains, and gourmet chefs say their Vitamix machines are as important to them as their knives. A recognized leader in marketing and product innovation, Vitamix founder William G. "Papa" Barnard created one of the first infomercials in 1949 to demonstrate how the Vitamix blender could help people improve their health with whole foods, and the company developed the first true commercial blender in the early 1990s, which ignited the smoothie movement. Vitamix, whose products are known worldwide for their performance, durability, and reliability, continues to win awards for product innovation and is a recipient of the president's prestigious "E Star" Award for Exports. Headquartered in Olmsted Township, Ohio, 19 miles from Cleveland, Vitamix products are engineered and assembled in Northeast Ohio and sold in approximately 100 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.vitamix.com.

About Williams-Sonoma
Since its founding by Chuck Williams in 1956, the Williams-Sonoma brand has been bringing people together around food. A member of Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE: WSM) portfolio of brands, Williams-Sonoma is a leading specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home, providing world-class service and an engaging customer experience. Products include cookware, cooks' tools, cutlery, electrics, bakeware, food, tabletop and bar, outdoor, cookbooks, as well as furniture, lighting and decorative accessories. Each store has a professional demonstration kitchen for cooking classes and tastings conducted by expert culinary staff. Williams-Sonoma Cooking Schools, located in select locations in the U.S. and Australia, offer hands-on classes led by professional chefs. A comprehensive gift registry program for weddings and other special events is available in stores and online. On williams-sonoma.com and the Williams-Sonoma blog, Taste, customers can find recipes; tips and techniques that help them create delicious meals and wonderful memories.

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

Xura Launches 'Message Everywhere', Opening Up Cross-Device Messaging (SMS, MMS, IP and Voice Messaging) to Both Smart and Feature Phone Markets

WAKEFIELD, Massachusetts, October 7, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

      Message Everywhere - send, receive, access and sync messages across phone, tablet,

                                computer or web app-free 

    Today Xura, Inc. (NASDAQ: MESG) [http://www.xura.com ], a leading provider of digital
communications services, launches Message Everywhere, a cloud-based, cross-device
messaging service, which allows users to send and receive messages to anyone, at anytime,
anywhere, across all devices.  The service will enable SMS, MMS, Voicemail and IP
messaging from a platform offered by operators. The product is the first to be released by
the new company Xura, recently formed by the combination of Comverse and Acision.

    With multi-device connectivity on the rise and 40% of adults now multi-device users,
more and more individuals require access to their messages irrespective of which device
they are currently using. Additionally, while the Over-The-Top (OTT) messaging market has
exploded worldwide, with consumers now turning to these services to connect and
communicate, they still need a smart device to work, and most devices only allow users to
communicate with contacts that are on the same platform.  Message Everywhere integrates
with all messaging services delivered by operators so that users can text everyone,
everywhere, across any device, even feature phones.

    Nicolas Appert, EVP, Monetization, at Xura commented: "Today OTT services only work in
silos and cannot reach the 42% of mobile users worldwide still on feature phones, which
leaves a significant gap in the market. Worldwide, smartphones will not overtake feature
phones until at least 2018, so SMS remains strong, particularly in emerging markets.  With
Message Everywhere, operators can still gain value from their SMS and MMS services by
delivering messages in a way that addresses how consumers are using their devices, and
with the convenience they crave."

    By extending SMS and MMS services to web, laptop and tablet devices, users can
continue a conversation from the same mobile number even when they switch devices or a
phone is switched off. In one click, the service can be set up, with no app download
required, and the contacts address book being automatically synched. IP messages can also
be sent to other connected service members, and all messages are stored and archived in
the cloud so a message is never lost. For example, if a user reads or deletes a message on
a phone, the message appears read or deleted on the other devices, providing a 'like for
like' service across all devices.

    Appert concludes: "Message Everywhere taps into the opportunity for operators to open
new revenue streams from their existing messaging services, but also helps them to compete
with OTT services by offering a richer, integrated, more seamless and more accessible
service which includes voice and IP messaging."

    The service is available across web and laptop clients including Windows and Mac OS,
extending messaging capabilities to SIM-less devices.  

    To find out more, please view Xura's Message Everywhere video here
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Of3RirwyZo&feature=youtu.be ].

    About Xura, Inc. 

    Xura, Inc (NASDAQ: MESG) offers a portfolio of digital services solutions that enable
global communications across a variety of mobile devices and platforms. We help
communication service providers (CSPs) and enterprises navigate and monetize the digital
ecosystem to create innovative, new experiences through our cloud-based offerings. Our
solutions touch more than three billion people through 350+ service providers and
enterprises in 140+ countries. You can find us at Xura.com [http://www.xura.com ].

    Forward-Looking Statements 

    This press release includes "forward-looking statements." Forward-looking statements
include statements of plans and objectives for future operations, statements of future
economic performance, and statements of assumptions relating thereto. In some cases,
forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of terminology such as "may,"
"expects," "plans," "anticipates," "estimates," "believes," "potential," "projects,"
"forecasts," "intends," or the negative thereof or other comparable terminology. By their
very nature, forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and
other important factors that could cause actual results, performance and the timing of
events to differ materially from those anticipated, expressed or implied by the
forward-looking statements in this press release. These risks and uncertainties discussed
above, as well as others, are discussed in greater detail in our filings with the SEC. The
documents and reports we file with the SEC are available through us, or our website,
http://www.Xura.com, or through the SEC's Electronic Data Gathering, Analysis, and
Retrieval system (EDGAR) at http://www.sec.gov .

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CONTACT: Contact: Maria Hudson, Xura, maria.hudson@xura.com, +44 7967813429

Philips Sonicare teams up with its toughest critic yet - kids - to put its newest power toothbrush and connected app to the test

STAMFORD, Conn., Oct. 7, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- The NEW  Philips Sonicare For Kids power toothbrush with Bluetooth(®) wireless technology and interactive coaching app was specially designed for kids ages 4-12 to encourage a lifetime of healthy habits. So, who better to talk about the experience of using this new technology than kids themselves? That's why Philips Sonicare, the number one dental professional recommended power toothbrush brand in the US, enlisted its very own pint sized "focus group" to test the product and describe their experience.

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A series of digital videos, released today, capture the kids' unfiltered, imaginative and humorous reactions to different oral care topics. Guided by their very own coach, a fun and friendly character named Sparkly, kids learn proper tooth brushing techniques and are rewarded via the connected app. Getting a child to brush their teeth properly and regularly can make the bathroom a battle ground for parents, so Sparkly and the kid-friendly Philips Sonicare toothbrush features were created to make this daily activity more effective - and fun.

"Kids have such vivid imaginations that it was natural to enlist their help to describe what it feels like to use the NEW Philips Sonicare For Kids," said Alexander Harris, Director of Marketing for Philips. "Our goal is to create meaningful innovation that makes a real difference in people's lives. In this case, a breakthrough product that builds healthy habits and makes an everyday task more fun for kids and parents alike."

The Philips Sonicare For Kids experience is changing the way kids brush, with 98 percent of parents saying it's easier to get their children to brush longer and better. With more than 500 brush strokes per second and the ability to remove up to 75 percent more plaque in hard to reach places than a manual toothbrush, the power toothbrush's sonic cleaning power helps compensate for developing techniques as children become better at brushing. It's equipped with the same effective, patented sonic technology that is found in all Philips Sonicare power toothbrushes that drives fluid between teeth and along the gum-line for a gentle yet effective clean - also great for kids with braces. Other features designed especially for kids include:

    --  Eight Peel-and-Stick Designs inspired by Sparkly for boys and girls,
        allowing children to customize their toothbrush
    --  KidTimer gradually increases to two minutes to train kids to brush for
        the dentist-recommended time
    --  Easy Grip Handle allows kids to brush independently or with the help of
        a parent
Philips Sonicare For Kids is available now at Amazon, Target, Walmart, Best Buy, and other retailers, with a suggested retail price of $49.99. The app comes free with the power toothbrush and is available to download on iPhone, iPad, and Android.

Visit http://www.philips.com/sonicareforkids for more information and check out http://www.sonicare.com to learn about the entire range of Philips Sonicare power toothbrushes. You can also become a fan of the brand on Facebook and Twitter.

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iPhone and iPad are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Royal Philips is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

About Royal Philips:

Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA) is a diversified health and well-being company, focused on improving people's lives through meaningful innovation in the areas of Healthcare, Consumer Lifestyle and Lighting. Headquartered in the Netherlands, Philips posted 2014 sales of EUR 21.4 billion and employs approximately 105,000 employees with sales and services in more than 100 countries. The company is a leader in cardiac care, acute care and home healthcare, energy efficient lighting solutions and new lighting applications, as well as male shaving and grooming and oral healthcare. News from Philips is located atwww.philips.com/newscenter.

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