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Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 16, 2014 at 9:07:01 AM
Jawbone® Introduces ERA(TM) - A Completely Reinvented Jawbone Headset
Jawbone's latest innovation in wearable tech is its simplest, subtlest, and most natural-sounding Bluetooth® headset yet
SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Jawbone® today announced its new ERA(TM) headset, a totally reengineered Bluetooth® earpiece that lets you take full advantage of your smartphone or mobile device while providing a more natural, comfortable way to talk on the phone, use Siri® or Google Now(TM), and listen to audio content. By directing audio to the ear completely hands-free, ERA liberates your phone conversations and simplifies your smartphone interactions by leveraging a more human-centric, less intrusive voice-based user interface. At 42% smaller than Jawbone's prior headset model and with a convenient charging case that delivers ten total hours of talk time, ERA lets you conveniently tap into your phone while you're multitasking - like checking your itinerary while packing for a trip, catching up with your parents while walking the dog, or simply accessing the apps you frequently use on your smartphone while taking a call.
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"With ERA, we've taken what we've learned from more than a decade of research and development in design, engineering and audio, and used it to completely reinvent the earpiece for the wearable era, based on how people are living today," said Travis Bogard, vice president of product management and strategy at Jawbone. "We're missing out on the emotional connection of voice because phone calls on today's large smartphones aren't convenient. Many of us are also looking for a better way to use our phones for background music, podcasts and other content consumption without awkward solutions like one dangling earbud or bulky utility headsets. We designed ERA to blend seamlessly into your life and make interacting with people and our smartphones even easier, all while making the technology nearly disappear."
Radically Reengineered, Pound for Pound
ERA has been efficiently crafted and designed from the ground up to deliver the best audio experience possible regardless of a user's environment. A new earbud and unique audio porting system leverages the entire acoustic chamber and high efficiency of the drivers to route sound directly into the ear. Significantly smaller and better-performing MEMS microphones (micro-electro-mechanical systems) have been used for the first time in a Jawbone headset, and custom DSP algorithms (digital signal processing) adjust loudness and deliver the best audio possible based on your surroundings. The result is a very natural, lifelike sound.
The new ERA headset is a remarkable 42% smaller on the face than Jawbone's prior ERA model which debuted in 2011, and has been engineered with just one solder point, greatly reducing manual processes in the assembly for optimal consistency and build quality.
Exceptional Comfort & Convenience
ERA comes with a completely re-architected earbud based on a decade of experience in headset design and more than three years of user testing for ultimate wearability. Available in three sizes and made with a calibrated, ultra-soft silicon material for superior comfort, the new earbud ensures your headset is totally secure in your ear at all times - whether you're getting in and out of the car, crossing the street with your kids, or going for a jog. Since there's no longer a need for an earloop, you won't have to worry about fidgeting or fatigue from wear.
ERA's convenient charging case brings its total talk time to 10 hours, while also keeping the headset totally secure in your pocket, your purse, or on your keychain. Micro-LED's are placed on the side of the case to indicate the charging status of your headset.
Total Command of Your Audio
Jawbone engineers have completely rebuilt NoiseAssassin® technology with the addition of wideband audio, specifically for the ERA headset. The new NoiseAssassin 4.0 employs more accurate algorithms for detecting all types of speech and distinguishing it from background noise. Now, when using applications like Siri and Google Now, NoiseAssassin 4.0's wideband spectrum delivers a much better signal for speech recognition, and coupled with the reduction of background noise, results in better Siri and Google Now performance.
By simply pressing and holding the button on the back of ERA, you can activate Siri or Google Now without ever touching your phone. While walking or driving, you can easily say, "read my last email", "play NPR podcast", or "get directions to Georgio's restaurant". With ERA, suddenly a whole new set of capabilities is at your fingertips, powered by your own voice.
In addition to the launch of ERA, Jawbone is also introducing a new software update for The NERD®, its wireless USB audio adapter that makes connecting a Bluetooth headset or speaker to your computer as simple as if you were plugging in headphones. This new software update brings wideband audio support to The NERD, so for the first time ever, you can get wideband audio from your computer directly to your Jawbone headset. It's perfect for privacy during FaceTime®, Skype(TM) and Google Hangout conversations and won't leave you tethered to your computer with wires.
Available on January 16
ERA by Jawbone(TM) is available beginning today for $129.99 at Jawbone.com in four colors (Black Streak, Silver Cross, Bronze Streak, and Red Streak), and at Verizon stores nationwide in one color (Black Streak). ERA will be available at Apple, AT&T and Best Buy stores nationwide beginning January 24.
The ERA headset can be purchased without the charging case for $99.
About Jawbone
For more than a decade, Jawbone® has developed human-centered wearable technology and audio devices that solve everyday problems and help us live better. A 2010 IDSA Design of the Decade winner, the company is the creator of the best-selling JAMBOX® family of wireless speakers, the award-winning Jawbone ERA® and ICON(TM) Bluetooth® headsets, and NoiseAssassin® technology. Jawbone's approach to lifestyle tracking is unique, with over 430 patents filed related to Jawbone's lifestyle tracking ecosystem and its wearable technology manufacturing processes. Jawbone is privately held and headquartered in San Francisco.
Jawbone®, UP®, UP24(TM), JAMBOX®, BIG JAMBOX®, MINI JAMBOX(TM), ERA(TM), ERA by Jawbone(TM), Jawbone ERA®, ICON(TM), The NERD® and NoiseAssassin® are trademarks owned by AliphCom dba Jawbone. Other company and product names may be trademarks of their respective owners.
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Jawbone
CONTACT: Keely Sulprizio, Jawbone, 415-230-7600 x1719, ksulprizio@jawbone.com; The OutCast Agency, 415-392-8282, jawbone@theoutcastagency.com
Jawbone's latest innovation in wearable tech is its simplest, subtlest, and most natural-sounding Bluetooth® headset yet
SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Jawbone® today announced its new ERA(TM) headset, a totally reengineered Bluetooth® earpiece that lets you take full advantage of your smartphone or mobile device while providing a more natural, comfortable way to talk on the phone, use Siri® or Google Now(TM), and listen to audio content. By directing audio to the ear completely hands-free, ERA liberates your phone conversations and simplifies your smartphone interactions by leveraging a more human-centric, less intrusive voice-based user interface. At 42% smaller than Jawbone's prior headset model and with a convenient charging case that delivers ten total hours of talk time, ERA lets you conveniently tap into your phone while you're multitasking - like checking your itinerary while packing for a trip, catching up with your parents while walking the dog, or simply accessing the apps you frequently use on your smartphone while taking a call.
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140116/SF47520)
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130320/AQ80303LOGO)
"With ERA, we've taken what we've learned from more than a decade of research and development in design, engineering and audio, and used it to completely reinvent the earpiece for the wearable era, based on how people are living today," said Travis Bogard, vice president of product management and strategy at Jawbone. "We're missing out on the emotional connection of voice because phone calls on today's large smartphones aren't convenient. Many of us are also looking for a better way to use our phones for background music, podcasts and other content consumption without awkward solutions like one dangling earbud or bulky utility headsets. We designed ERA to blend seamlessly into your life and make interacting with people and our smartphones even easier, all while making the technology nearly disappear."
Radically Reengineered, Pound for Pound
ERA has been efficiently crafted and designed from the ground up to deliver the best audio experience possible regardless of a user's environment. A new earbud and unique audio porting system leverages the entire acoustic chamber and high efficiency of the drivers to route sound directly into the ear. Significantly smaller and better-performing MEMS microphones (micro-electro-mechanical systems) have been used for the first time in a Jawbone headset, and custom DSP algorithms (digital signal processing) adjust loudness and deliver the best audio possible based on your surroundings. The result is a very natural, lifelike sound.
The new ERA headset is a remarkable 42% smaller on the face than Jawbone's prior ERA model which debuted in 2011, and has been engineered with just one solder point, greatly reducing manual processes in the assembly for optimal consistency and build quality.
Exceptional Comfort & Convenience
ERA comes with a completely re-architected earbud based on a decade of experience in headset design and more than three years of user testing for ultimate wearability. Available in three sizes and made with a calibrated, ultra-soft silicon material for superior comfort, the new earbud ensures your headset is totally secure in your ear at all times - whether you're getting in and out of the car, crossing the street with your kids, or going for a jog. Since there's no longer a need for an earloop, you won't have to worry about fidgeting or fatigue from wear.
ERA's convenient charging case brings its total talk time to 10 hours, while also keeping the headset totally secure in your pocket, your purse, or on your keychain. Micro-LED's are placed on the side of the case to indicate the charging status of your headset.
Total Command of Your Audio
Jawbone engineers have completely rebuilt NoiseAssassin® technology with the addition of wideband audio, specifically for the ERA headset. The new NoiseAssassin 4.0 employs more accurate algorithms for detecting all types of speech and distinguishing it from background noise. Now, when using applications like Siri and Google Now, NoiseAssassin 4.0's wideband spectrum delivers a much better signal for speech recognition, and coupled with the reduction of background noise, results in better Siri and Google Now performance.
By simply pressing and holding the button on the back of ERA, you can activate Siri or Google Now without ever touching your phone. While walking or driving, you can easily say, "read my last email", "play NPR podcast", or "get directions to Georgio's restaurant". With ERA, suddenly a whole new set of capabilities is at your fingertips, powered by your own voice.
In addition to the launch of ERA, Jawbone is also introducing a new software update for The NERD®, its wireless USB audio adapter that makes connecting a Bluetooth headset or speaker to your computer as simple as if you were plugging in headphones. This new software update brings wideband audio support to The NERD, so for the first time ever, you can get wideband audio from your computer directly to your Jawbone headset. It's perfect for privacy during FaceTime®, Skype(TM) and Google Hangout conversations and won't leave you tethered to your computer with wires.
Available on January 16
ERA by Jawbone(TM) is available beginning today for $129.99 at Jawbone.com in four colors (Black Streak, Silver Cross, Bronze Streak, and Red Streak), and at Verizon stores nationwide in one color (Black Streak). ERA will be available at Apple, AT&T and Best Buy stores nationwide beginning January 24.
The ERA headset can be purchased without the charging case for $99.
About Jawbone
For more than a decade, Jawbone® has developed human-centered wearable technology and audio devices that solve everyday problems and help us live better. A 2010 IDSA Design of the Decade winner, the company is the creator of the best-selling JAMBOX® family of wireless speakers, the award-winning Jawbone ERA® and ICON(TM) Bluetooth® headsets, and NoiseAssassin® technology. Jawbone's approach to lifestyle tracking is unique, with over 430 patents filed related to Jawbone's lifestyle tracking ecosystem and its wearable technology manufacturing processes. Jawbone is privately held and headquartered in San Francisco.
Jawbone®, UP®, UP24(TM), JAMBOX®, BIG JAMBOX®, MINI JAMBOX(TM), ERA(TM), ERA by Jawbone(TM), Jawbone ERA®, ICON(TM), The NERD® and NoiseAssassin® are trademarks owned by AliphCom dba Jawbone. Other company and product names may be trademarks of their respective owners.
SOURCE Jawbone
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Jawbone
CONTACT: Keely Sulprizio, Jawbone, 415-230-7600 x1719, ksulprizio@jawbone.com; The OutCast Agency, 415-392-8282, jawbone@theoutcastagency.com
Aegis Positioned in 2013 Magic Quadrant for CM Contact Center BPO by Leading Industry Analyst Firm Gartner
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 16, 2014 at 9:00:01 AM
Aegis Positioned in 2013 Magic Quadrant for CM Contact Center BPO by Leading Industry Analyst Firm Gartner
MUMBAI, India and DALLAS, January 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
Aegis Limited, a global outsourcing and technology services company, announced today
that it has been positioned in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Customer Management Contact
Center BPO 2013 report, published in December 2013. Gartner's 2013 Magic Quadrant for
Customer Management (CM) Contact Centre BPO evaluates a vibrant provider landscape with
capabilities across the Americas, EMEA and Asia/Pacific.
Gartner positioned Aegis in the magic quadrant based on a bi-dimensional matrix,
evaluating its ability to execute and completeness of vision.
Sandip Sen, Global CEO, Aegis Limited said "We are pleased to be included in the
Gartner Magic Quadrant for CM Contact Centre BPO for the 4th consecutive year. As buyer's
shift their focus from just cost containment to include revenue generation and service
improvements, Aegis is committed on delivering practical innovation, service excellence,
multi-channel customer experience and insightful business transformation for our clients."
As noted in the report, "the worldwide CM contact center BPO market is forecast to
grow steadily at a 5.2% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2013 through 2018. By the
end of 2018, Gartner estimates the CM contact center BPO industry will achieve a market
size of $42.4 billion. Therefore, Gartner believes the opportunities for growth in market
share are robust for those companies willing to aggressively make investments in
marketing, sales, PETS (Process Enhancement Technologies and Services ) and acquisitions."
Aegis continues to have an aggressive organic and inorganic growth strategy focused on
capability, capacity and geographical presence. The company's primary focus is on
multichannel customer management and vertical industry markets, including
telecommunications, financial services, healthcare, travel and hospitality.
Aegis has made significant investments in customer experience management, such as its
digital and social business solution AegisLISAn and strategic partnership with Customer
Operations Performance Centre (COPC), to add measurable business value to its customers.
Gartner Disclaimer: Gartner does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted
in its research publications, and does not advise technology users to select only those
vendors with the highest ratings. Gartner research publications consist of the opinions of
Gartner's research organization and should not be construed as statements of fact. Gartner
disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this research, including
any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
About Aegis
Aegis is a global outsourcing and technology company committed to impacting clients'
business outcomes by focusing on enhancing customer experience across all touch points and
channels. Aegis was founded 30 years ago in the US and now has operations in 56 locations
across 13 countries with more than 55,000 employees. Aegis services over 300 clients from
verticals such as Banking and Financial Services, Insurance, Technology, Telecom,
Healthcare, Travel & Hospitality, Consumer Goods, Retail, and Energy & Utilities. The
company is wholly owned by Essar, a USD 39 billion conglomerate. For more information,
write to us at info@aegisglobal.com or visit http://www.aegisglobal.com.
Aegis Media Contact
Aegis (Global)
Danveer Bhasin, Associate Vice President - Global Marketing and Strategy
+91-99301-35788
Danveer.Bhasin@aegisglobal.com
Aegis (Americas)
Kevin Nolan, Head of Marketing (Americas)
+1-214-505-9732
Kevin.Nolan@aegisglobal.com
Aegis Limited
MUMBAI, India and DALLAS, January 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
Aegis Limited, a global outsourcing and technology services company, announced today
that it has been positioned in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Customer Management Contact
Center BPO 2013 report, published in December 2013. Gartner's 2013 Magic Quadrant for
Customer Management (CM) Contact Centre BPO evaluates a vibrant provider landscape with
capabilities across the Americas, EMEA and Asia/Pacific.
Gartner positioned Aegis in the magic quadrant based on a bi-dimensional matrix,
evaluating its ability to execute and completeness of vision.
Sandip Sen, Global CEO, Aegis Limited said "We are pleased to be included in the
Gartner Magic Quadrant for CM Contact Centre BPO for the 4th consecutive year. As buyer's
shift their focus from just cost containment to include revenue generation and service
improvements, Aegis is committed on delivering practical innovation, service excellence,
multi-channel customer experience and insightful business transformation for our clients."
As noted in the report, "the worldwide CM contact center BPO market is forecast to
grow steadily at a 5.2% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2013 through 2018. By the
end of 2018, Gartner estimates the CM contact center BPO industry will achieve a market
size of $42.4 billion. Therefore, Gartner believes the opportunities for growth in market
share are robust for those companies willing to aggressively make investments in
marketing, sales, PETS (Process Enhancement Technologies and Services ) and acquisitions."
Aegis continues to have an aggressive organic and inorganic growth strategy focused on
capability, capacity and geographical presence. The company's primary focus is on
multichannel customer management and vertical industry markets, including
telecommunications, financial services, healthcare, travel and hospitality.
Aegis has made significant investments in customer experience management, such as its
digital and social business solution AegisLISAn and strategic partnership with Customer
Operations Performance Centre (COPC), to add measurable business value to its customers.
Gartner Disclaimer: Gartner does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted
in its research publications, and does not advise technology users to select only those
vendors with the highest ratings. Gartner research publications consist of the opinions of
Gartner's research organization and should not be construed as statements of fact. Gartner
disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this research, including
any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
About Aegis
Aegis is a global outsourcing and technology company committed to impacting clients'
business outcomes by focusing on enhancing customer experience across all touch points and
channels. Aegis was founded 30 years ago in the US and now has operations in 56 locations
across 13 countries with more than 55,000 employees. Aegis services over 300 clients from
verticals such as Banking and Financial Services, Insurance, Technology, Telecom,
Healthcare, Travel & Hospitality, Consumer Goods, Retail, and Energy & Utilities. The
company is wholly owned by Essar, a USD 39 billion conglomerate. For more information,
write to us at info@aegisglobal.com or visit http://www.aegisglobal.com.
Aegis Media Contact
Aegis (Global)
Danveer Bhasin, Associate Vice President - Global Marketing and Strategy
+91-99301-35788
Danveer.Bhasin@aegisglobal.com
Aegis (Americas)
Kevin Nolan, Head of Marketing (Americas)
+1-214-505-9732
Kevin.Nolan@aegisglobal.com
Aegis Limited
Comm100 Live Chat Updated for Next-Generation User Experience
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 16, 2014 at 8:49:01 AM
Comm100 Live Chat Updated for Next-Generation User Experience
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Comm100, the leading provider of customer service and communication solutions, announced today an important update to the control panel of the company's live chat software solution, which features a modern UI, better grouped functions and added usability.
2013 is the year of user experience for Comm100 Live Chat. On Jan. 11, a totally redesigned operator console was released; on Mar. 20, zero downtime upgrade was made possible; on Apr. 27, optimized implementation code with faster loading was provided; on May 28, a mobile friendly visitor interface and an improved iPhone app were online; on Aug. 22, the operator console was made truly clean and cool based on customers' feedback; on Aug. 28, a well-crafted Android app was launched; on Aug. 31, the official website adopted a brand-new design; on Sep. 23, the configuration and administration interfaces were simplified; on Nov. 20, a new chat window style was introduced; on Dec. 16, the iPhone app was updated for better compatibility with iOS 7; to date, Comm100 Live Chat has been renovated outside and in, becoming a solution with superior user experience.
Customers are quite positive about the updates. In a user survey about the Aug. 22 update, over 90% of respondents showed their support. For the control panel update, user feedback is 100% positive.
"We decided at the beginning of 2013 that our goal for this year was to make using our product a real enjoyment by further optimizing the UI and interactive experience in addition to pure feature improvement. We have been keeping this in mind throughout the year and are glad to see the achievements made," said Kevin Gao, the founder and CEO of Comm100. Comm100 Live Chat is ranked top 3 in the "2013 Best Enterprise Chat Software" category on TopTenReviews and a silver winner in Best in Biz Awards 2013 International. Learn more about Comm100 Live Chat at: http://www.comm100.com/livechat/
About Comm100
Comm100 is the leading provider of on-demand customer service and communication solutions that enable businesses to better serve, inform, and convert their customers. Comm100's products include Live Chat, Email Marketing, Support Ticket, Help Desk, Forum and Knowledge Base. To date, Comm100 has been embraced by over 200,000 businesses across the globe, including Intel, Sunoco, Goodwill, Rogers and many more. Learn more at: http://www.comm100.com/
SOURCE Comm100
Comm100
CONTACT: Anna , 1-778-785-0464, anna@comm100.com
Web Site: http://www.comm100.com/livechat
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Comm100, the leading provider of customer service and communication solutions, announced today an important update to the control panel of the company's live chat software solution, which features a modern UI, better grouped functions and added usability.
2013 is the year of user experience for Comm100 Live Chat. On Jan. 11, a totally redesigned operator console was released; on Mar. 20, zero downtime upgrade was made possible; on Apr. 27, optimized implementation code with faster loading was provided; on May 28, a mobile friendly visitor interface and an improved iPhone app were online; on Aug. 22, the operator console was made truly clean and cool based on customers' feedback; on Aug. 28, a well-crafted Android app was launched; on Aug. 31, the official website adopted a brand-new design; on Sep. 23, the configuration and administration interfaces were simplified; on Nov. 20, a new chat window style was introduced; on Dec. 16, the iPhone app was updated for better compatibility with iOS 7; to date, Comm100 Live Chat has been renovated outside and in, becoming a solution with superior user experience.
Customers are quite positive about the updates. In a user survey about the Aug. 22 update, over 90% of respondents showed their support. For the control panel update, user feedback is 100% positive.
"We decided at the beginning of 2013 that our goal for this year was to make using our product a real enjoyment by further optimizing the UI and interactive experience in addition to pure feature improvement. We have been keeping this in mind throughout the year and are glad to see the achievements made," said Kevin Gao, the founder and CEO of Comm100. Comm100 Live Chat is ranked top 3 in the "2013 Best Enterprise Chat Software" category on TopTenReviews and a silver winner in Best in Biz Awards 2013 International. Learn more about Comm100 Live Chat at: http://www.comm100.com/livechat/
About Comm100
Comm100 is the leading provider of on-demand customer service and communication solutions that enable businesses to better serve, inform, and convert their customers. Comm100's products include Live Chat, Email Marketing, Support Ticket, Help Desk, Forum and Knowledge Base. To date, Comm100 has been embraced by over 200,000 businesses across the globe, including Intel, Sunoco, Goodwill, Rogers and many more. Learn more at: http://www.comm100.com/
SOURCE Comm100
Comm100
CONTACT: Anna , 1-778-785-0464, anna@comm100.com
Web Site: http://www.comm100.com/livechat
IBM Introduces X6 Architecture, Optimizes x86-Based Servers for Cloud, Analytics
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 16, 2014 at 12:07:01 AM
IBM Introduces X6 Architecture, Optimizes x86-Based Servers for Cloud, Analytics
Industry-first integrated flash storage for high performance, modular design for long life cycles to help reduce costs, improves resiliency for increased uptime
New IBM FlashSystem 840 doubles performance, ideal for virtualization and cloud
ARMONK, N.Y., Jan. 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced the sixth generation of its enterprise X-Architecture for System x and PureSystems servers, providing industry-leading improvements in the performance and economics of x86-based systems for analytics and cloud.
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"Our enterprise X-Architecture for x86-based servers and solutions delivers high performance and the highest customer satisfaction in the industry, making us number one in high-end x86 systems," said Adalio Sanchez, general manager for IBM x-86 and PureSystems Solutions. "We continue to innovate and deliver leadership performance, reliability and investment protection for mission-critical workloads with X6."
Clients are rapidly adopting analytics for greater business insight and moving critical workloads like ERP, analytics and database to the cloud for increased efficiency and lower costs, and x86-based systems are the first choice for many. The X6 architecture represents IBM's continuing R&D investment and industry leadership in x86-based systems, and is specifically designed to provide new levels of performance and resiliency for enterprise applications. For memory-hungry applications, X6 delivers three times the scalable memory of current competitors' and IBM x86-based systems to support cloud and analytics. [1]
The X6 architecture is:
-- Fast, with integrated eXFlash memory-channel storage -- an industry
first, this DIMM-based storage provides up to 12.8 terabytes of
ultrafast flash storage close to the processor, increasing application
performance by providing the lowest system write latency available,
essential for analytics applications. X6 can provide significantly lower
latency for database operations, which can lower licensing costs and
reduce storage costs by reducing or eliminating the need for external
SAN/NAS storage units; [2]
-- Agile, with a modular, scalable design that supports multiple
generations of CPUs -- another industry first -- and can reduce
acquisition costs, up to 28 percent in comparison to one competitive
offering. [3] X6 provides stability and flexibility through forthcoming
technology developments, allowing users to scale up now and upgrade
efficiently in the future. Fast set-up and configuration patterns
simplify deployment and life-cycle management;
-- Resilient, with features that can help extend cloud delivery models to
mission-critical applications. Memory and storage increase virtual
machine capacity to allow SaaS delivery of applications. Autonomous
self-healing CPU and memory systems maximize application uptime by
proactively identifying potential failures and taking action to correct
them. In addition, Upward Integration Modules can help reduce the cost
and complexity of system administration by allowing operators to perform
management tasks through virtualization tools.
Server models supported by this new architecture currently include the System x3850 X6 four-socket system, System x3950 X6 eight-socket system, and the IBM Flex System x880 scalable compute nodes. IBM also is introducing the System x3650 M4 BD storage server, a two-socket rack server supporting up to 14 drives delivering up to 56 terabytes of high-density storage -- the largest available in the industry. It provides 46 percent greater performance than previous comparable IBM System x servers and is ideally suited for distributed scale-out of big data workloads. [4]
New Solutions for X6
Clients moving enterprise applications to cloud models and adopting analytics for quick business insights require integrated solutions for fast deployment, efficiency and performance. To help clients achieve these results, IBM is announcing new solutions for its X6 architecture for analytics, database and cloud deployment, including IBM System x Solution for DB2 with BLU Acceleration on X6 for accelerating analytics, IBM System x Solution for SAP HANA on X6 for analytics, and System x Solution for VMware vCloud Suite on X6 for infrastructure-as-a-service capabilities.
New Storage for cloud, analytics
IBM has announced the general availability of the new IBM FlashSystem 840. The new system provides nearly double the bandwidth and double the performance -- 1.1M IOPS -- of its predecessor, the FlashSystem 820 -- making it ideally suited for analytical databases, virtualization infrastructures, and public and private clouds. [5] Supporting up to 48 terabytes of usable capacity in a 2U unit, the all-Flash array also features IBM MicroLatency technology that significantly speeds data access times from milliseconds to microseconds (less than 135 microseconds) giving organizations faster actionable insights from real-time data analytics. In addition, a new management GUI - as well as datacenter-optimized features such as hot-swap components and concurrent code load - enable fast installation and easy management.
IBM also is introducing the FlashSystem Enterprise Performance Solution, which bundles the FlashSystem 840 and IBM System Storage SAN Volume Controller (SVC) technology. The solution includes a suite of advanced data management features ranging from Real-time Compression, snapshots, thin provisioning, VAAI, and application aware copies, to FlashCopy, and storage virtualization with IBM Easy Tier.
New SDE capabilities for cloud
IBM is strengthening its software defined environment (SDE) portfolio with the introduction of IBM Platform Resource Scheduler for private and hybrid IBM SmartCloud clients who want to accelerate time-to-results, improve infrastructure flexibility and reduce operating costs. IBM Platform Resource Scheduler provides a fully virtualized, open and programmable architecture that ensures enterprises are taking advantage of all available IT resources -- from application software licenses to available network bandwidth.
Integrated with OpenStack, this dynamic resource management tool provides a comprehensive set of intelligent, policy-driven scheduling features that automatically allocate the right resources to the right job, balances workload demand with infrastructure supply and ensures adherence to service level agreements, improving overall application performance and efficiency. The open and extensible architecture also allows enterprises to easily reconfigure and add customized policies to meet their specific sharing and scheduling needs.
Financing for cloud and analytics
IBM Global Financing has announced new financing offerings today to help clients quickly adopt new cloud and analytics solutions by helping reduce upfront costs and speed return on investment. Credit-qualified clients can obtain Fair Market Value leasing when acquiring X6 architecture solutions. Other offerings announced include 0-percent financing and deferred payments for 90 days when they acquire IBM PureSystems, SDE and Storage technology.
Also, IBM's new mobile financing application can help IBM Business Partners close more business with their clients, allowing credit-qualified clients to acquire financing to deploy solutions for analytics, mobile computing, social business and Smarter Planet technologies quickly.
IBM Systems and Technology Group offers a full range of offerings supporting public, private and hybrid cloud implementations that integrate with IBM's cloud software and services. This Systems portfolio includes IBM System x racks and BladeCenter, NeXtScale, PureFlex, Power Systems and System z servers, and IBM Storage solutions. For more information on IBM Global Financing, please go here.
Images supporting today's announcements can be found at this link.
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All other company, product or service names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of others. Statements concerning IBM's future development plans and schedules are made for planning purposes only, and are subject to change or withdrawal without notice. Reseller prices may vary.
[1] Triple the memory capacity (Up to 6TB in 4S system; up to 12TB in 8S system) and support up to 24 DDR3 DIMMs per socket and up to 64GB LRDIMM density, based on published Intel specifications, compared with x86 competitors with offerings based on Intel's current processors.
[2] 5-10 microseconds write latency for eXFlash DIMMs in preliminary testing vs. 15-19 microseconds latency for PCIe-based flash storage from Fusion IO, Micron, and Virident, and 65 microseconds latency for Intel S3500 and S3700 SSDs. (Pending final IBM performance testing.)
Using internal eXFlash storage reduces or eliminates the need for external SAN/NAS storage. Less SAN hardware means fewer software licenses.
[3] 28 percent acquisition cost savings based on pricing of x3850 X6 at announcement on 2/18 vs. current pricing of a comparable x86 based system that includes 2 x Intel Xeon E7-4820 (v1) processors, 1TB of memory (16GB RDIMMs) 3.6TB of HDD storage, and Dual Port 10GBe SFP+ controller. x3850 X6 includes 2 Compute Books, 2 x Intel Xeon E7 processors, 1TB of memory (16GB RDIMMs), 3.6TB of HDD storage, and Dual Port 10GBe SFP+ controller.
[4] Compared to HP two-socket servers supporting a maximum of 48 TB storage with 12 x 3.5" drives, and Dell two-socket servers supporting a maximum of 51.2 TB storage with 12 x 3.5" and 2 x 2.5" drives.
46-percent figure based on Intel Internal Test Report #1310, using SPECjbb*2013 benchmark, July 2013.
[5] The performance data discussed herein is presented as derived under specific operating conditions by IBM. Actual results may vary.
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Industry-first integrated flash storage for high performance, modular design for long life cycles to help reduce costs, improves resiliency for increased uptime
New IBM FlashSystem 840 doubles performance, ideal for virtualization and cloud
ARMONK, N.Y., Jan. 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced the sixth generation of its enterprise X-Architecture for System x and PureSystems servers, providing industry-leading improvements in the performance and economics of x86-based systems for analytics and cloud.
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"Our enterprise X-Architecture for x86-based servers and solutions delivers high performance and the highest customer satisfaction in the industry, making us number one in high-end x86 systems," said Adalio Sanchez, general manager for IBM x-86 and PureSystems Solutions. "We continue to innovate and deliver leadership performance, reliability and investment protection for mission-critical workloads with X6."
Clients are rapidly adopting analytics for greater business insight and moving critical workloads like ERP, analytics and database to the cloud for increased efficiency and lower costs, and x86-based systems are the first choice for many. The X6 architecture represents IBM's continuing R&D investment and industry leadership in x86-based systems, and is specifically designed to provide new levels of performance and resiliency for enterprise applications. For memory-hungry applications, X6 delivers three times the scalable memory of current competitors' and IBM x86-based systems to support cloud and analytics. [1]
The X6 architecture is:
-- Fast, with integrated eXFlash memory-channel storage -- an industry
first, this DIMM-based storage provides up to 12.8 terabytes of
ultrafast flash storage close to the processor, increasing application
performance by providing the lowest system write latency available,
essential for analytics applications. X6 can provide significantly lower
latency for database operations, which can lower licensing costs and
reduce storage costs by reducing or eliminating the need for external
SAN/NAS storage units; [2]
-- Agile, with a modular, scalable design that supports multiple
generations of CPUs -- another industry first -- and can reduce
acquisition costs, up to 28 percent in comparison to one competitive
offering. [3] X6 provides stability and flexibility through forthcoming
technology developments, allowing users to scale up now and upgrade
efficiently in the future. Fast set-up and configuration patterns
simplify deployment and life-cycle management;
-- Resilient, with features that can help extend cloud delivery models to
mission-critical applications. Memory and storage increase virtual
machine capacity to allow SaaS delivery of applications. Autonomous
self-healing CPU and memory systems maximize application uptime by
proactively identifying potential failures and taking action to correct
them. In addition, Upward Integration Modules can help reduce the cost
and complexity of system administration by allowing operators to perform
management tasks through virtualization tools.
Server models supported by this new architecture currently include the System x3850 X6 four-socket system, System x3950 X6 eight-socket system, and the IBM Flex System x880 scalable compute nodes. IBM also is introducing the System x3650 M4 BD storage server, a two-socket rack server supporting up to 14 drives delivering up to 56 terabytes of high-density storage -- the largest available in the industry. It provides 46 percent greater performance than previous comparable IBM System x servers and is ideally suited for distributed scale-out of big data workloads. [4]
New Solutions for X6
Clients moving enterprise applications to cloud models and adopting analytics for quick business insights require integrated solutions for fast deployment, efficiency and performance. To help clients achieve these results, IBM is announcing new solutions for its X6 architecture for analytics, database and cloud deployment, including IBM System x Solution for DB2 with BLU Acceleration on X6 for accelerating analytics, IBM System x Solution for SAP HANA on X6 for analytics, and System x Solution for VMware vCloud Suite on X6 for infrastructure-as-a-service capabilities.
New Storage for cloud, analytics
IBM has announced the general availability of the new IBM FlashSystem 840. The new system provides nearly double the bandwidth and double the performance -- 1.1M IOPS -- of its predecessor, the FlashSystem 820 -- making it ideally suited for analytical databases, virtualization infrastructures, and public and private clouds. [5] Supporting up to 48 terabytes of usable capacity in a 2U unit, the all-Flash array also features IBM MicroLatency technology that significantly speeds data access times from milliseconds to microseconds (less than 135 microseconds) giving organizations faster actionable insights from real-time data analytics. In addition, a new management GUI - as well as datacenter-optimized features such as hot-swap components and concurrent code load - enable fast installation and easy management.
IBM also is introducing the FlashSystem Enterprise Performance Solution, which bundles the FlashSystem 840 and IBM System Storage SAN Volume Controller (SVC) technology. The solution includes a suite of advanced data management features ranging from Real-time Compression, snapshots, thin provisioning, VAAI, and application aware copies, to FlashCopy, and storage virtualization with IBM Easy Tier.
New SDE capabilities for cloud
IBM is strengthening its software defined environment (SDE) portfolio with the introduction of IBM Platform Resource Scheduler for private and hybrid IBM SmartCloud clients who want to accelerate time-to-results, improve infrastructure flexibility and reduce operating costs. IBM Platform Resource Scheduler provides a fully virtualized, open and programmable architecture that ensures enterprises are taking advantage of all available IT resources -- from application software licenses to available network bandwidth.
Integrated with OpenStack, this dynamic resource management tool provides a comprehensive set of intelligent, policy-driven scheduling features that automatically allocate the right resources to the right job, balances workload demand with infrastructure supply and ensures adherence to service level agreements, improving overall application performance and efficiency. The open and extensible architecture also allows enterprises to easily reconfigure and add customized policies to meet their specific sharing and scheduling needs.
Financing for cloud and analytics
IBM Global Financing has announced new financing offerings today to help clients quickly adopt new cloud and analytics solutions by helping reduce upfront costs and speed return on investment. Credit-qualified clients can obtain Fair Market Value leasing when acquiring X6 architecture solutions. Other offerings announced include 0-percent financing and deferred payments for 90 days when they acquire IBM PureSystems, SDE and Storage technology.
Also, IBM's new mobile financing application can help IBM Business Partners close more business with their clients, allowing credit-qualified clients to acquire financing to deploy solutions for analytics, mobile computing, social business and Smarter Planet technologies quickly.
IBM Systems and Technology Group offers a full range of offerings supporting public, private and hybrid cloud implementations that integrate with IBM's cloud software and services. This Systems portfolio includes IBM System x racks and BladeCenter, NeXtScale, PureFlex, Power Systems and System z servers, and IBM Storage solutions. For more information on IBM Global Financing, please go here.
Images supporting today's announcements can be found at this link.
IBM, the IBM logo, ibm.com, PureSystems, PureFlex, Power Systems, System x, PureApplication, PureData, Storwize, Smarter Planet and the planet icon are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation, registered in many jurisdictions worldwide. Other product and service names might be trademarks of IBM or other companies. For a current list of IBM trademarks, please see http://www.ibm.com/legal/copytrade.shtml
All other company, product or service names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of others. Statements concerning IBM's future development plans and schedules are made for planning purposes only, and are subject to change or withdrawal without notice. Reseller prices may vary.
[1] Triple the memory capacity (Up to 6TB in 4S system; up to 12TB in 8S system) and support up to 24 DDR3 DIMMs per socket and up to 64GB LRDIMM density, based on published Intel specifications, compared with x86 competitors with offerings based on Intel's current processors.
[2] 5-10 microseconds write latency for eXFlash DIMMs in preliminary testing vs. 15-19 microseconds latency for PCIe-based flash storage from Fusion IO, Micron, and Virident, and 65 microseconds latency for Intel S3500 and S3700 SSDs. (Pending final IBM performance testing.)
Using internal eXFlash storage reduces or eliminates the need for external SAN/NAS storage. Less SAN hardware means fewer software licenses.
[3] 28 percent acquisition cost savings based on pricing of x3850 X6 at announcement on 2/18 vs. current pricing of a comparable x86 based system that includes 2 x Intel Xeon E7-4820 (v1) processors, 1TB of memory (16GB RDIMMs) 3.6TB of HDD storage, and Dual Port 10GBe SFP+ controller. x3850 X6 includes 2 Compute Books, 2 x Intel Xeon E7 processors, 1TB of memory (16GB RDIMMs), 3.6TB of HDD storage, and Dual Port 10GBe SFP+ controller.
[4] Compared to HP two-socket servers supporting a maximum of 48 TB storage with 12 x 3.5" drives, and Dell two-socket servers supporting a maximum of 51.2 TB storage with 12 x 3.5" and 2 x 2.5" drives.
46-percent figure based on Intel Internal Test Report #1310, using SPECjbb*2013 benchmark, July 2013.
[5] The performance data discussed herein is presented as derived under specific operating conditions by IBM. Actual results may vary.
Media Contact(s)
Jay Cadmus Chris Rubsamen Mike Zimmerman
IBM Media Relations -- STG IBM Media Relations -- STG IBM Media Relations
914-766-4966 914-766-4280 585-698-9974
jcadmus@us.ibm.com rubsamen@us.ibm.com mrzimmerman@us.ibm.com
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January 15, 2014
SRI International Introduces a Flexible Biometric System for High-Throughput Security
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Posted on January 15, 2014 at 1:07:01 PM
SRI International Introduces a Flexible Biometric System for High-Throughput Security
System delivers unprecedented accuracy in identification at 30 persons per minute
MENLO PARK, Calif., Jan. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- SRI International Sarnoff offers a new solution for integrating biometric identification into existing security systems. The IOM PassPort SL product delivers the free flow and proven performance of Iris on the Move® (IOM) technology in a flexible design.
The versatile system, which includes SRI's face capture and dual-iris recognition components, can be integrated directly into existing turnstiles, infrastructures, or entrances. Security in high-traffic locations can be automated and enhanced with minimal changes to operational procedures and hardware.
"Positive identification of individuals in crowded security locations, such as corporate lobbies and airports, is becoming more critical," said Mark Clifton, vice president, Products and Services Division at SRI International. "Incorporating high-speed biometric identification into existing security infrastructures without limiting throughput can address this challenge."
Individuals are identified as they walk through the IOM PassPort SL system. With a processing speed of 30 people per minute and the unprecedented accuracy of biometric identification, the system is ideal for high-volume security applications including transportation, employee access, sporting events and more.
Availability
The IOM PassPort SL system is available now. Learn more about IOM PassPort SL and see a live demonstration in booth S3-404P at Intersec 2014.
About SRI International
SRI International is a nonprofit research and innovation center headquartered in Silicon Valley. Government and business clients worldwide come to SRI for pioneering solutions in biomedical sciences and health, chemistry and materials, computing, education, economic development, energy, security and defense, robotics, sensing, and more. We provide research, laboratory and advisory services, technology development and licenses, deployable systems, products, and venture opportunities. Our innovations have created new industries and marketplace value, and lasting benefits to society. Visit SRI's website and Timeline of Innovation to learn more.
SOURCE SRI International
SRI International
CONTACT: Dina Basin, SRI International, (650) 859-3845, dina.basin@sri.com
Web Site: http://www.sri.com
System delivers unprecedented accuracy in identification at 30 persons per minute
MENLO PARK, Calif., Jan. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- SRI International Sarnoff offers a new solution for integrating biometric identification into existing security systems. The IOM PassPort SL product delivers the free flow and proven performance of Iris on the Move® (IOM) technology in a flexible design.
The versatile system, which includes SRI's face capture and dual-iris recognition components, can be integrated directly into existing turnstiles, infrastructures, or entrances. Security in high-traffic locations can be automated and enhanced with minimal changes to operational procedures and hardware.
"Positive identification of individuals in crowded security locations, such as corporate lobbies and airports, is becoming more critical," said Mark Clifton, vice president, Products and Services Division at SRI International. "Incorporating high-speed biometric identification into existing security infrastructures without limiting throughput can address this challenge."
Individuals are identified as they walk through the IOM PassPort SL system. With a processing speed of 30 people per minute and the unprecedented accuracy of biometric identification, the system is ideal for high-volume security applications including transportation, employee access, sporting events and more.
Availability
The IOM PassPort SL system is available now. Learn more about IOM PassPort SL and see a live demonstration in booth S3-404P at Intersec 2014.
About SRI International
SRI International is a nonprofit research and innovation center headquartered in Silicon Valley. Government and business clients worldwide come to SRI for pioneering solutions in biomedical sciences and health, chemistry and materials, computing, education, economic development, energy, security and defense, robotics, sensing, and more. We provide research, laboratory and advisory services, technology development and licenses, deployable systems, products, and venture opportunities. Our innovations have created new industries and marketplace value, and lasting benefits to society. Visit SRI's website and Timeline of Innovation to learn more.
SOURCE SRI International
SRI International
CONTACT: Dina Basin, SRI International, (650) 859-3845, dina.basin@sri.com
Web Site: http://www.sri.com
Aristocrat Unleashes The Walking Dead(TM) Slot Game
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 15, 2014 at 11:14:01 AM
Aristocrat Unleashes The Walking Dead(TM) Slot Game
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Zombies are taking over casinos across North America! Aristocrat has unleashed a giant horde of zombies in its new The Walking Dead(TM) Slot Game, based on AMC's monster hit TV show The Walking Dead.
To view the multimedia assets associated with this release, please click: http://www.multivu.com/mnr/63298-aristocrat-unleashes-the-walking-dead-slot-game
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The Walking Dead Slot Game is invading casinos from coast to coast across North America from San Manuel Indian Bingo & Casino in Highland, Calif., to the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida to Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa in Atlantic City, N.J., and countless casinos in between. Players can find where to play the game by visiting http://www.aristocratplayingdead.com.
Aristocrat's The Walking Dead Slot Game http://www.aristocratplayingdead.com grabs players and puts them right in the middle of the record-breaking show's gritty post-apocalyptic world with a chance to win a grand jackpot that starts at $500,000.00!
"The Walking Dead Slot Game is the perfect marriage between TV's leading drama and the gaming industry's leading developer," said Theresa Beyer, AMC's Vice President of Promotions and Activation. "The show keeps viewers on the edge of their seats, and Aristocrat now delivers that same experience for gaming fans."
The Walking Dead Slot Game made its debut at the Global Gaming Expo late last year to rave reviews from attendees and press. The Las Vegas Sun noted the game was "by far the most popular game at G2E."
The dynamic game is housed in Aristocrat's award-winning VERVEhd(TM) cabinet and is packed with video clips and images from the show, exciting features, and an abundance of bonus opportunities. The experience is heightened by Aristocrat's surround sound iChair(TM) for a completely engrossing game that challenges players to win the fight for survival.
"Capitalizing on the show's dedicated following, we stayed true to the ethos of the AMC series while creating this game. We have designed a game that will appeal to the show's audience and players will be excited to find all of their favorite characters here," said Aristocrat Vice President of Gaming Operations Dallas Orchard. "Working with AMC has been phenomenal, and we look forward to continuing our relationship."
AMC's The Walking Dead continues to be the #1 show on all of television among the coveted 18-49 demographic and remains the highest-rated series in the history of cable television. The first eight episodes of its fourth season delivered an average of 13 million viewers and 8.4 million adults 18-49.
Based on the comic book series written by Robert Kirkman and published by Image Comics, The Walking Dead tells the story of the months that follow after a zombie apocalypse. The series Entertainment Weekly called the "greatest thriller ever produced for television" has earned two Emmy Awards for Outstanding Special Effects Makeup, among many other accolades. The Walking Dead will return for the second half of its fourth season at 9pm on Sunday, February 9, followed by a new episode of Talking Dead at 10 pm.
Players of Aristocrat's The Walking Dead Slot Game will have the opportunity to face some of these same challenges. After all, living in a world of zombies is always a gamble.
About AMC
Whether commemorating favorite films from every genre and decade or creating acclaimed original programming, AMC brings to its audience something deeper, something richer, Something More. The network reigns as the only cable network in history ever to win the Emmy(®) Award for Outstanding Drama Series four years in a row, and boasts the most-watched drama series in basic cable history with The Walking Dead. AMC's other original drama series include Mad Men, Breaking Bad, Hell on Wheels and its newest scripted series Turn and Halt and Catch Fire. AMC also explores authentic worlds with bold characters through its slate of unscripted original series like Comic Book Men, Small Town Security, Talking Dead and Freakshow. AMC is owned and operated by AMC Networks Inc. and its sister networks include IFC, Sundance Channel, and WE tv. AMC is available across all platforms, including on-air, online, on demand and mobile. AMC: Something More.
About Aristocrat
Aristocrat Technologies Inc. is a subsidiary of Aristocrat Leisure Limited (ASX: ALL), a leading global provider of land-based and online gaming solutions. The Company is licensed by more than 200 regulators and its products and services are available in more than 90 countries around the world. Aristocrat offers a diverse range of products and services including electronic gaming machines and casino management systems. For further information visit the company's website at http://www.aristocrat-us.com.
The Walking Dead © 2013 AMC Film Holdings LLC. All Rights Reserved/Licensed by Aristocrat. 2013 Aristocrat Technologies Australia Pty Limited.
Contact:
Paul Speirs-Hernandez, Steinbeck Communications Olivia Dupuis, AMC
+1 (702) 413-4278 +1 (212) 324-4748
paul@steinbeckcommunications.com Olivia.Dupuis@amctv.com
@steinbeckcomm
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Aristocrat Technologies
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Zombies are taking over casinos across North America! Aristocrat has unleashed a giant horde of zombies in its new The Walking Dead(TM) Slot Game, based on AMC's monster hit TV show The Walking Dead.
To view the multimedia assets associated with this release, please click: http://www.multivu.com/mnr/63298-aristocrat-unleashes-the-walking-dead-slot-game
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140115/MM28856)
The Walking Dead Slot Game is invading casinos from coast to coast across North America from San Manuel Indian Bingo & Casino in Highland, Calif., to the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida to Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa in Atlantic City, N.J., and countless casinos in between. Players can find where to play the game by visiting http://www.aristocratplayingdead.com.
Aristocrat's The Walking Dead Slot Game http://www.aristocratplayingdead.com grabs players and puts them right in the middle of the record-breaking show's gritty post-apocalyptic world with a chance to win a grand jackpot that starts at $500,000.00!
"The Walking Dead Slot Game is the perfect marriage between TV's leading drama and the gaming industry's leading developer," said Theresa Beyer, AMC's Vice President of Promotions and Activation. "The show keeps viewers on the edge of their seats, and Aristocrat now delivers that same experience for gaming fans."
The Walking Dead Slot Game made its debut at the Global Gaming Expo late last year to rave reviews from attendees and press. The Las Vegas Sun noted the game was "by far the most popular game at G2E."
The dynamic game is housed in Aristocrat's award-winning VERVEhd(TM) cabinet and is packed with video clips and images from the show, exciting features, and an abundance of bonus opportunities. The experience is heightened by Aristocrat's surround sound iChair(TM) for a completely engrossing game that challenges players to win the fight for survival.
"Capitalizing on the show's dedicated following, we stayed true to the ethos of the AMC series while creating this game. We have designed a game that will appeal to the show's audience and players will be excited to find all of their favorite characters here," said Aristocrat Vice President of Gaming Operations Dallas Orchard. "Working with AMC has been phenomenal, and we look forward to continuing our relationship."
AMC's The Walking Dead continues to be the #1 show on all of television among the coveted 18-49 demographic and remains the highest-rated series in the history of cable television. The first eight episodes of its fourth season delivered an average of 13 million viewers and 8.4 million adults 18-49.
Based on the comic book series written by Robert Kirkman and published by Image Comics, The Walking Dead tells the story of the months that follow after a zombie apocalypse. The series Entertainment Weekly called the "greatest thriller ever produced for television" has earned two Emmy Awards for Outstanding Special Effects Makeup, among many other accolades. The Walking Dead will return for the second half of its fourth season at 9pm on Sunday, February 9, followed by a new episode of Talking Dead at 10 pm.
Players of Aristocrat's The Walking Dead Slot Game will have the opportunity to face some of these same challenges. After all, living in a world of zombies is always a gamble.
About AMC
Whether commemorating favorite films from every genre and decade or creating acclaimed original programming, AMC brings to its audience something deeper, something richer, Something More. The network reigns as the only cable network in history ever to win the Emmy(®) Award for Outstanding Drama Series four years in a row, and boasts the most-watched drama series in basic cable history with The Walking Dead. AMC's other original drama series include Mad Men, Breaking Bad, Hell on Wheels and its newest scripted series Turn and Halt and Catch Fire. AMC also explores authentic worlds with bold characters through its slate of unscripted original series like Comic Book Men, Small Town Security, Talking Dead and Freakshow. AMC is owned and operated by AMC Networks Inc. and its sister networks include IFC, Sundance Channel, and WE tv. AMC is available across all platforms, including on-air, online, on demand and mobile. AMC: Something More.
About Aristocrat
Aristocrat Technologies Inc. is a subsidiary of Aristocrat Leisure Limited (ASX: ALL), a leading global provider of land-based and online gaming solutions. The Company is licensed by more than 200 regulators and its products and services are available in more than 90 countries around the world. Aristocrat offers a diverse range of products and services including electronic gaming machines and casino management systems. For further information visit the company's website at http://www.aristocrat-us.com.
The Walking Dead © 2013 AMC Film Holdings LLC. All Rights Reserved/Licensed by Aristocrat. 2013 Aristocrat Technologies Australia Pty Limited.
Contact:
Paul Speirs-Hernandez, Steinbeck Communications Olivia Dupuis, AMC
+1 (702) 413-4278 +1 (212) 324-4748
paul@steinbeckcommunications.com Olivia.Dupuis@amctv.com
@steinbeckcomm
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500 kS/sec Multifunction DAQ for under $200 from Measurement Computing
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 15, 2014 at 11:07:01 AM
500 kS/sec Multifunction DAQ for under $200 from Measurement Computing
NORTON, Mass., Jan. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Measurement Computing Corporation, the value leader in data acquisition, today announced the release of four, multifunction USB DAQ devices with sample rates up to 500 kS/s.
MCC continues to lower the cost of DAQ with the USB-200 Series. The latest additions include the USB-202 and USB-205 featuring eight, 12-bit analog inputs, two analog outputs, eight digital I/O, and one counter input.
OEM, board-only versions of each device are designed for embedded applications and feature header connectors instead of screw terminals.
Included software options for the USB-200 Series are extensive and include out-of-the-box TracerDAQ® and DAQami for quick and easy logging and displaying of data, along with comprehensive support for Visual Studio® and Visual Studio® .NET, DASYLab®, and NI LabVIEW(TM). Also included is Measurement Computing's DAQFlex open-source software framework which provides support for Windows®, Linux®, and Mac® operating systems. New Android(TM) support allows users to develop DAQ applications that run on tablets and smart phones.
New USB-200 Series Devices
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Model Analog
Inputs Sampling Rate Digital I/O Counters Analog Outputs Form factor Price
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USB-202 8 SE 100 kS/sec 8 1 2 Module $149
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USB-202-OEM 8 SE 100 kS/sec 8 1 2 Board only $149
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USB-205 8 SE 500 kS/sec 8 1 2 Module $199
------- ---- ---------- --- --- --- ------ ----
USB-205 OEM 8 SE 500 kS/sec 8 1 2 Board only $199
----------- ---- ---------- --- --- --- ---------- ----
About Measurement Computing
Measurement Computing is the market leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of value-priced data acquisition hardware, and test and measurement software solutions for both programmers and non-programmers. More information about Measurement Computing is available on the Web at http://www.mccdaq.com.
Click below to see a photo of the USB-200 Series:
http://www.mccdaq.com/press_releases/pr_photos/PR-USB-202-205.jpg
Contact: Dan Mandill
Marketing Specialist
+1 508-946-5100 x219
dan.mandill@mccdaq.com
SOURCE Measurement Computing Corporation
Measurement Computing Corporation
Web Site: http://www.mccdaq.com
NORTON, Mass., Jan. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Measurement Computing Corporation, the value leader in data acquisition, today announced the release of four, multifunction USB DAQ devices with sample rates up to 500 kS/s.
MCC continues to lower the cost of DAQ with the USB-200 Series. The latest additions include the USB-202 and USB-205 featuring eight, 12-bit analog inputs, two analog outputs, eight digital I/O, and one counter input.
OEM, board-only versions of each device are designed for embedded applications and feature header connectors instead of screw terminals.
Included software options for the USB-200 Series are extensive and include out-of-the-box TracerDAQ® and DAQami for quick and easy logging and displaying of data, along with comprehensive support for Visual Studio® and Visual Studio® .NET, DASYLab®, and NI LabVIEW(TM). Also included is Measurement Computing's DAQFlex open-source software framework which provides support for Windows®, Linux®, and Mac® operating systems. New Android(TM) support allows users to develop DAQ applications that run on tablets and smart phones.
New USB-200 Series Devices
--------------------------
Model Analog
Inputs Sampling Rate Digital I/O Counters Analog Outputs Form factor Price
----- ------ ------------- ----------- -------- -------------- ----------- -----
USB-202 8 SE 100 kS/sec 8 1 2 Module $149
------- ---- ---------- --- --- --- ------ ----
USB-202-OEM 8 SE 100 kS/sec 8 1 2 Board only $149
----------- ---- ---------- --- --- --- ---------- ----
USB-205 8 SE 500 kS/sec 8 1 2 Module $199
------- ---- ---------- --- --- --- ------ ----
USB-205 OEM 8 SE 500 kS/sec 8 1 2 Board only $199
----------- ---- ---------- --- --- --- ---------- ----
About Measurement Computing
Measurement Computing is the market leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of value-priced data acquisition hardware, and test and measurement software solutions for both programmers and non-programmers. More information about Measurement Computing is available on the Web at http://www.mccdaq.com.
Click below to see a photo of the USB-200 Series:
http://www.mccdaq.com/press_releases/pr_photos/PR-USB-202-205.jpg
Contact: Dan Mandill
Marketing Specialist
+1 508-946-5100 x219
dan.mandill@mccdaq.com
SOURCE Measurement Computing Corporation
Measurement Computing Corporation
Web Site: http://www.mccdaq.com
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Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 15, 2014 at 10:49:01 AM
Frost & Sullivan Recognizes Xerox's ConnectKey® Technology for Document Workflow Improvements
ConnectKey signifies Xerox's shift away from hardware offerings towards an integrated software platform model across most of its multifunction printers
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Jan. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Frost & Sullivan is proud to award Xerox the 2013 Global Frost & Sullivan Award for Excellence in Technology Innovation for its ConnectKey Technology platform. ConnectKey signifies Xerox's shift away from hardware offerings towards an integrated software platform model across most of its multifunction printers (MFPs) product line. ConnectKey technology delivers greater convenience, productivity, security and cost control to customers' business by responding to an increasingly mobile workforce and the need for more advanced IT security across devices.
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ConnectKey improves workflows via tools such as ConnectKey for SharePoint® and Business Process Outsourcing Integration through Xerox Services and enables users to tailor the user interface by inserting customized workflow icons right on the home screen. Further, by offering wireless connections, ConnectKey technology enables endpoint clients to access the software on the go, without incurring extra network infrastructure costs. Xerox also supports protocols such as the Apple Air Print(TM) standard, so users can easily connect and print from their iOS smartphone or tablets.
ConnectKey technology empowers Xerox devices to function as platforms that enable third-party app developers to write software to it. In addition, it provides extra layers of security software as well as greater visibility to the client's IT staff. For larger enterprises, Xerox has made ConnectKey compatible with Cisco TrustSec for easy integration with more robust security environments.
"Xerox ConnectKey provides immediate out-of-the-box value for small-to-medium sized businesses and larger enterprises alike," said Frost & Sullivan Director Ronald Gruia. "The value becomes more evident when one considers the other feature benefits of robust systems integration and fleet management."
ConnectKey aims to optimize document flow and simultaneously increase the overall revenue for clients by offering mobile printing and scanning solutions that integrate fully with cloud-based technologies and mobile devices. Enterprise customers are already appreciative of Xerox's common-look-and-feel across different platforms. Many ConnectKey features have been achieved through process innovation, with Xerox testing the software across five different MFP environments.
Xerox maintains monthly targets for invention disclosure submissions and several of them eventually become patents. Xerox is one of the world's top innovators with 1,215 U.S. patents received in 2012
"ConnectKey is 80 percent customer driven, with the rest being led by the innovations from the Xerox engineering team," noted Gruia. "The company is already reaping rewards in a short period, with ConnectKey technology enabled MFP's garnering significant incremental installations in 2013 over 2012."
Each year Frost & Sullivan presents this award to the company that has demonstrated excellence in new products and technologies within its industry. The recipient company has shown innovation by launching a broad line of emerging products and technologies.
Frost & Sullivan Best Practices awards recognize companies in a variety of regional and global markets for demonstrating outstanding achievement and superior performance in areas such as leadership, technological innovation, customer service and strategic product development. Industry analysts compare market participants and measure performance through in-depth interviews, analysis and extensive secondary research to identify best practices in the industry.
About Frost & Sullivan
Frost & Sullivan, the Growth Partnership Company, works in collaboration with clients to leverage visionary innovation that addresses the global challenges and related growth opportunities that will make or break today's market participants.
Our "Growth Partnership" supports clients by addressing these opportunities and incorporating two key elements driving visionary innovation: The Integrated Value Proposition and The Partnership Infrastructure.
-- The Integrated Value Proposition provides support to our clients
throughout all phases of their journey to visionary innovation
including: research, analysis, strategy, vision, innovation and
implementation.
-- The Partnership Infrastructure is entirely unique as it constructs the
foundation upon which visionary innovation becomes possible. This
includes our 360 degree research, comprehensive industry coverage,
career best practices as well as our global footprint of more than 40
offices.
For more than 50 years, we have been developing growth strategies for the global 1000, emerging businesses, the public sector and the investment community. Is your organization prepared for the next profound wave of industry convergence, disruptive technologies, increasing competitive intensity, Mega Trends, breakthrough best practices, changing customer dynamics and emerging economies?
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ConnectKey signifies Xerox's shift away from hardware offerings towards an integrated software platform model across most of its multifunction printers
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Jan. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Frost & Sullivan is proud to award Xerox the 2013 Global Frost & Sullivan Award for Excellence in Technology Innovation for its ConnectKey Technology platform. ConnectKey signifies Xerox's shift away from hardware offerings towards an integrated software platform model across most of its multifunction printers (MFPs) product line. ConnectKey technology delivers greater convenience, productivity, security and cost control to customers' business by responding to an increasingly mobile workforce and the need for more advanced IT security across devices.
Click here for the full multimedia experience of this release - http://bit.ly/1a2dh3t
ConnectKey improves workflows via tools such as ConnectKey for SharePoint® and Business Process Outsourcing Integration through Xerox Services and enables users to tailor the user interface by inserting customized workflow icons right on the home screen. Further, by offering wireless connections, ConnectKey technology enables endpoint clients to access the software on the go, without incurring extra network infrastructure costs. Xerox also supports protocols such as the Apple Air Print(TM) standard, so users can easily connect and print from their iOS smartphone or tablets.
ConnectKey technology empowers Xerox devices to function as platforms that enable third-party app developers to write software to it. In addition, it provides extra layers of security software as well as greater visibility to the client's IT staff. For larger enterprises, Xerox has made ConnectKey compatible with Cisco TrustSec for easy integration with more robust security environments.
"Xerox ConnectKey provides immediate out-of-the-box value for small-to-medium sized businesses and larger enterprises alike," said Frost & Sullivan Director Ronald Gruia. "The value becomes more evident when one considers the other feature benefits of robust systems integration and fleet management."
ConnectKey aims to optimize document flow and simultaneously increase the overall revenue for clients by offering mobile printing and scanning solutions that integrate fully with cloud-based technologies and mobile devices. Enterprise customers are already appreciative of Xerox's common-look-and-feel across different platforms. Many ConnectKey features have been achieved through process innovation, with Xerox testing the software across five different MFP environments.
Xerox maintains monthly targets for invention disclosure submissions and several of them eventually become patents. Xerox is one of the world's top innovators with 1,215 U.S. patents received in 2012
"ConnectKey is 80 percent customer driven, with the rest being led by the innovations from the Xerox engineering team," noted Gruia. "The company is already reaping rewards in a short period, with ConnectKey technology enabled MFP's garnering significant incremental installations in 2013 over 2012."
Each year Frost & Sullivan presents this award to the company that has demonstrated excellence in new products and technologies within its industry. The recipient company has shown innovation by launching a broad line of emerging products and technologies.
Frost & Sullivan Best Practices awards recognize companies in a variety of regional and global markets for demonstrating outstanding achievement and superior performance in areas such as leadership, technological innovation, customer service and strategic product development. Industry analysts compare market participants and measure performance through in-depth interviews, analysis and extensive secondary research to identify best practices in the industry.
About Frost & Sullivan
Frost & Sullivan, the Growth Partnership Company, works in collaboration with clients to leverage visionary innovation that addresses the global challenges and related growth opportunities that will make or break today's market participants.
Our "Growth Partnership" supports clients by addressing these opportunities and incorporating two key elements driving visionary innovation: The Integrated Value Proposition and The Partnership Infrastructure.
-- The Integrated Value Proposition provides support to our clients
throughout all phases of their journey to visionary innovation
including: research, analysis, strategy, vision, innovation and
implementation.
-- The Partnership Infrastructure is entirely unique as it constructs the
foundation upon which visionary innovation becomes possible. This
includes our 360 degree research, comprehensive industry coverage,
career best practices as well as our global footprint of more than 40
offices.
For more than 50 years, we have been developing growth strategies for the global 1000, emerging businesses, the public sector and the investment community. Is your organization prepared for the next profound wave of industry convergence, disruptive technologies, increasing competitive intensity, Mega Trends, breakthrough best practices, changing customer dynamics and emerging economies?
Contact Us: Start the discussion
Join Us: Join our community
Subscribe: Newsletter on "the next big thing"
Register: Gain access to visionary innovation
Contact:
Mireya Espinoza
P: 210. 247.3870
F: 210.348.1003
E: mireya.espinoza@frost.com
SOURCE Frost & Sullivan
Frost & Sullivan
Web Site: http://www.frost.com
The 2014 Solo and Small Firm Legal Technology Guide Written by Sharon D. Nelson Esq., John W. Simek and Michael C. Maschke Published by the American Bar Association
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Posted on January 15, 2014 at 10:14:01 AM
The 2014 Solo and Small Firm Legal Technology Guide Written by Sharon D. Nelson Esq., John W. Simek and Michael C. Maschke Published by the American Bar Association
FAIRFAX, Va., Jan. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- This annual guide is the only one of its kind written to help solo and small firm lawyers find the best technology for their dollar. You'll find the most current information and recommendations on computers, servers, networking equipment, legal software, printers, security products, smartphones, the iPad, and anything else a law office might need. It's written in clear, easily understandable language to make implementation easier if you choose to do it yourself, or you can use it in conjunction with your IT consultant. Either way, you'll learn how to make technology work for you.
Topics include: Updated recommendations for hardware and software for PCs and Macs, discussions on Windows 8 upgrades, the best smartphones for lawyers, secure cloud implementations, data security and much more.
Bruce Dorner, a solo practitioner and adjunct professor of law in New Hampshire, has been a long-time fan of the annual editions of this book, noting "The complexities of law office technology are not easy to comprehend. The authors have done a masterful job of breaking the disparate components into bite-sized pieces that are understandable by the average lawyer and law student. What to buy and how to implement technology are major challenges. I use this book as part of the Law Practice Management course I teach at our State law school. I keep it near my desk for reference in my own law office. The annual updates contain a wealth of current information necessary to a productive law office."
Purchase the book here...
ABOUT SENSEI ENTERPRISES, INC.
Sensei Enterprises, Inc. is a nationally known digital forensics, information security and information technology company. Based in Fairfax, Virginia, Sensei combines legal expertise with high-level technical certifications to serve the technology needs of the legal and corporate communities. Sensei's principals have written articles about legal technology for many publications, and co-authored The 2008 - 2014 editions of the Solo and Small Firm Legal Technology Guide (ABA, 2008-2014),The Electronic Evidence Handbook: Forms, Guidelines and Checklists (ABA, 2006) and Locked Down: Information Security for Lawyers (ABA, 2012). To learn more, please visit http://www.senseient.com. They lecture about information security, information technology and digital forensics throughout the country.
For more information about this release, call Sharon D. Nelson, Esq. at 703-359-0700.
SOURCE Sensei Enterprises, Inc.
Sensei Enterprises, Inc.
Web Site: http://www.senseient.com
FAIRFAX, Va., Jan. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- This annual guide is the only one of its kind written to help solo and small firm lawyers find the best technology for their dollar. You'll find the most current information and recommendations on computers, servers, networking equipment, legal software, printers, security products, smartphones, the iPad, and anything else a law office might need. It's written in clear, easily understandable language to make implementation easier if you choose to do it yourself, or you can use it in conjunction with your IT consultant. Either way, you'll learn how to make technology work for you.
Topics include: Updated recommendations for hardware and software for PCs and Macs, discussions on Windows 8 upgrades, the best smartphones for lawyers, secure cloud implementations, data security and much more.
Bruce Dorner, a solo practitioner and adjunct professor of law in New Hampshire, has been a long-time fan of the annual editions of this book, noting "The complexities of law office technology are not easy to comprehend. The authors have done a masterful job of breaking the disparate components into bite-sized pieces that are understandable by the average lawyer and law student. What to buy and how to implement technology are major challenges. I use this book as part of the Law Practice Management course I teach at our State law school. I keep it near my desk for reference in my own law office. The annual updates contain a wealth of current information necessary to a productive law office."
Purchase the book here...
ABOUT SENSEI ENTERPRISES, INC.
Sensei Enterprises, Inc. is a nationally known digital forensics, information security and information technology company. Based in Fairfax, Virginia, Sensei combines legal expertise with high-level technical certifications to serve the technology needs of the legal and corporate communities. Sensei's principals have written articles about legal technology for many publications, and co-authored The 2008 - 2014 editions of the Solo and Small Firm Legal Technology Guide (ABA, 2008-2014),The Electronic Evidence Handbook: Forms, Guidelines and Checklists (ABA, 2006) and Locked Down: Information Security for Lawyers (ABA, 2012). To learn more, please visit http://www.senseient.com. They lecture about information security, information technology and digital forensics throughout the country.
For more information about this release, call Sharon D. Nelson, Esq. at 703-359-0700.
SOURCE Sensei Enterprises, Inc.
Sensei Enterprises, Inc.
Web Site: http://www.senseient.com
MVG Launches the new StarLab Totally Redesigned Inside and Out
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 15, 2014 at 9:28:01 AM
MVG Launches the new StarLab Totally Redesigned Inside and Out
The StarLab, MVG's compact and portable multi-purpose antenna test lab has been enhanced with new capabilities and a brand new look
PARIS, January 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
An effective tool for antenna measurement where space is limited, cost is critical and
the flexibility of a portable system is required, the StarLab has provided years of
service to the Telecom, Aerospace & Defense, and Automobile industries, as well as to
research institutions. Today, this top selling product has been moved into the spotlight
as MVG's first totally redesigned product, inside and out.
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http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140115/663512-a )
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The StarLab has undergone a complete transformation to give it extended capabilities
as well as a new look for an improved user experience. The new StarLab covers frequency
bands as low as 650MHz and up to 18 GHz, its measurement speed has been further improved,
and its typical dynamic range has been increased to fully support WiFi, LTE and upcoming
protocols. The arch has been enhanced with built-in fiber optic lighting to facilitate
visibility of the device under test and has been equipped with rubberized absorbers for a
longer life span and a dust free environment. It can now be considered for use in a clean
room. These improvements come in addition to the capabilities that are behind the
historical success of StarLab: the capacity to perform both passive antenna and OTA
measurements and either spherical or cylindrical geometries using oversampling by arch
rotation. Auto calibration, a key feature of the original StarLab, has also been improved.
The software included in the StabLab package has been upgraded as well. SAM3, designed
to drive OTA measurements, improves upon its predecessor and offers a much more
user-friendly interface and features new capabilities such as batch measurements and an
integrated viewer.
MVG, as a frontrunner in the industry, has decided to change its corporate colors to
better highlight its innovative outlook and reflect the quality of its products and
services. It has chosen this flagship product to make its mark.
"The StarLab was the first of its kind as an all- in-one compact and portable antenna
measurement tool. It continues to be a very practical and reliable device for many
satisfied customers. But, the market is evolving and we believe our products and systems
should do the same. Our strong R&D focus on innovation also brings results for
advancements on our existing products. This time we added the external design factor. The
new StarLab marks the beginning of another unique experience for both us and our
customers." Says Gianni Barone, MVG's Global Sales Director.
About MICROWAVE VISION
MICROWAVE VISION Group - MVG - (NYSE-Euronext: ALMIC) is a leading global manufacturer
of antenna test and measurement systems for the Telecommunications, Automotive, Defense
and Aerospace industries, as well as for academic research. With the recent acquisition of
REMC, specialists in shielded chambers for anechoic, EMC and screened room solutions, MVG
offers the broadest range and most innovative technology of its kind in the respective
markets. The company brings together the high-precision electronic scanners developed by
SATIMO using its "microwave vision" technology, ORBIT/FR products developed through a
state-of-the-art technology of high-performance positioners and electromechanical
scanners, AEMI high performing absorbing materials, and now REMC provider of specialized
shielded chambers. MVG is located in 9 countries - France, Italy, Germany, UK, Sweden,
USA, Israel, China, and Japan, and has more than 300 employees. The group boasts a wide
client base including several large international companies. MVG achieved a turnover of
EUR 46.2 million for the year end 31 December 2012. MVG has been awarded the OSEO
certification "Innovative Company". Alternext, code ISIN FR 0004058949 | For more
information, visit: http://www.microwavevision.com
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MICROWAVE VISION
CONTACT: Press contact: Agence C3M, +33(0)1-47-34-01-15, Michelle AMIARD, michelle@agence-C3M.com
The StarLab, MVG's compact and portable multi-purpose antenna test lab has been enhanced with new capabilities and a brand new look
PARIS, January 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
An effective tool for antenna measurement where space is limited, cost is critical and
the flexibility of a portable system is required, the StarLab has provided years of
service to the Telecom, Aerospace & Defense, and Automobile industries, as well as to
research institutions. Today, this top selling product has been moved into the spotlight
as MVG's first totally redesigned product, inside and out.
(Logo:
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140115/663512-a )
(Photo:
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140115/663512-b )
The StarLab has undergone a complete transformation to give it extended capabilities
as well as a new look for an improved user experience. The new StarLab covers frequency
bands as low as 650MHz and up to 18 GHz, its measurement speed has been further improved,
and its typical dynamic range has been increased to fully support WiFi, LTE and upcoming
protocols. The arch has been enhanced with built-in fiber optic lighting to facilitate
visibility of the device under test and has been equipped with rubberized absorbers for a
longer life span and a dust free environment. It can now be considered for use in a clean
room. These improvements come in addition to the capabilities that are behind the
historical success of StarLab: the capacity to perform both passive antenna and OTA
measurements and either spherical or cylindrical geometries using oversampling by arch
rotation. Auto calibration, a key feature of the original StarLab, has also been improved.
The software included in the StabLab package has been upgraded as well. SAM3, designed
to drive OTA measurements, improves upon its predecessor and offers a much more
user-friendly interface and features new capabilities such as batch measurements and an
integrated viewer.
MVG, as a frontrunner in the industry, has decided to change its corporate colors to
better highlight its innovative outlook and reflect the quality of its products and
services. It has chosen this flagship product to make its mark.
"The StarLab was the first of its kind as an all- in-one compact and portable antenna
measurement tool. It continues to be a very practical and reliable device for many
satisfied customers. But, the market is evolving and we believe our products and systems
should do the same. Our strong R&D focus on innovation also brings results for
advancements on our existing products. This time we added the external design factor. The
new StarLab marks the beginning of another unique experience for both us and our
customers." Says Gianni Barone, MVG's Global Sales Director.
About MICROWAVE VISION
MICROWAVE VISION Group - MVG - (NYSE-Euronext: ALMIC) is a leading global manufacturer
of antenna test and measurement systems for the Telecommunications, Automotive, Defense
and Aerospace industries, as well as for academic research. With the recent acquisition of
REMC, specialists in shielded chambers for anechoic, EMC and screened room solutions, MVG
offers the broadest range and most innovative technology of its kind in the respective
markets. The company brings together the high-precision electronic scanners developed by
SATIMO using its "microwave vision" technology, ORBIT/FR products developed through a
state-of-the-art technology of high-performance positioners and electromechanical
scanners, AEMI high performing absorbing materials, and now REMC provider of specialized
shielded chambers. MVG is located in 9 countries - France, Italy, Germany, UK, Sweden,
USA, Israel, China, and Japan, and has more than 300 employees. The group boasts a wide
client base including several large international companies. MVG achieved a turnover of
EUR 46.2 million for the year end 31 December 2012. MVG has been awarded the OSEO
certification "Innovative Company". Alternext, code ISIN FR 0004058949 | For more
information, visit: http://www.microwavevision.com
Photo:
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140115/663512-a
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140115/663512-b
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http://photoarchive.ap.org/
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MICROWAVE VISION
CONTACT: Press contact: Agence C3M, +33(0)1-47-34-01-15, Michelle AMIARD, michelle@agence-C3M.com
Securus, Inc. Launches eResponder, a Next-Generation Mobile Personal Emergency Response System for Seniors
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 15, 2014 at 9:07:01 AM
Securus, Inc. Launches eResponder, a Next-Generation Mobile Personal Emergency Response System for Seniors
Market-leading wearability and battery life gives seniors the freedom to get help anywhere in the U.S. with T-Mobile cellular service
CARY, N.C., Jan. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Securus, Inc., a leading provider of advanced mobile safety and security solutions, today announced eResponder, a very small, lightweight, and comfortable-to-wear mobile personal emergency response system which enables users to break free from landline-based systems that only work in and around the home. Today's seniors are living more active and independent lives. This mobility is driving the demand for a mobile personal emergency response system that can provide help at the press of a button anywhere, anytime. In response, Securus has leveraged advances in cellular phone technology to create eResponder to give seniors the freedom and security they desire.
eResponder Highlights:
A two-way voice system: eResponder connects the user to a certified emergency care specialist at the press of a button, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, every day of the year. It features a powerful built-in speaker and microphone. The care specialist can dispatch EMS and/or send loved ones to the user, depending on what is needed. If the user needs to be located, the care specialist can coordinate with 911 operators and utilize the U-TDOA network to help find the individual.
Designed for any lifestyle: eResponder is simple, easy-to-use, easy-to-wear and doesn't interfere with the active lifestyles of today's seniors. Users will have peace of mind while in the home, gardening, walking the dog, on a trip to the mall - wherever they want to go.
Lengthy battery life: eResponder offers a rechargeable battery that lasts up to two months, meaning the user only has to recharge it six times a year instead of every night like other units currently on the market.
Small and lightweight: The unit weighs in at just over an ounce, is shower-safe and can be worn as a pendant, clipped to a belt or stowed in a pocket.
Today, more seniors than ever are giving up landlines in favor of cell phones or VoIP service, which is incompatible with landline-based response systems. eResponder was developed to meet rising demand for a non-landline-based mobile personal emergency response system.
"Most speaker and landline-based systems only work inside the home or within 500 feet of the unit's base, and the user has to be in the same room as the base to communicate with the call center," noted Peter Muldoon, VP of Sales at Securus, Inc. "eResponder uses cellular technology that works anywhere in the U.S. with T-Mobile coverage.
"We spoke with potential users and the people who work with elderly and disabled populations to get their wish list of features for a next-generation personal emergency response device," Muldoon continued. "They told us they needed a small device that could be worn everywhere, had top-notch sound quality to enable clear communication between the user and emergency care specialists and a long battery life. eResponder delivers on all these features."
eResponder is sold through a network of regional and nationwide dealers.
Learn more about eResponder at http://www.SecurusGPS.com/eResponder.aspx.
About Securus, Inc.
Securus, Inc. (http://www.SecurusGPS.com) provides advanced mobile safety and security solutions through retail outlets and a network of regional and national dealers, as well as online. The Securus M2M Technology Platform, in conjunction with Securus partners, enables industry-leading mobile safety and security products for individuals with special needs, senior citizens, pets, children and small businesses. Securus's wholly owned subsidiary, Zoombak, Inc., sells general-purpose GPS locators. Learn more about Zoombak at http://www.Zoombak.com.
SOURCE Securus, Inc.
Securus, Inc.
CONTACT: Kellie Connors, kconnors@sspr.com, 609-750-1027
Web Site: http://www.SecurusGPS.com
Market-leading wearability and battery life gives seniors the freedom to get help anywhere in the U.S. with T-Mobile cellular service
CARY, N.C., Jan. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Securus, Inc., a leading provider of advanced mobile safety and security solutions, today announced eResponder, a very small, lightweight, and comfortable-to-wear mobile personal emergency response system which enables users to break free from landline-based systems that only work in and around the home. Today's seniors are living more active and independent lives. This mobility is driving the demand for a mobile personal emergency response system that can provide help at the press of a button anywhere, anytime. In response, Securus has leveraged advances in cellular phone technology to create eResponder to give seniors the freedom and security they desire.
eResponder Highlights:
A two-way voice system: eResponder connects the user to a certified emergency care specialist at the press of a button, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, every day of the year. It features a powerful built-in speaker and microphone. The care specialist can dispatch EMS and/or send loved ones to the user, depending on what is needed. If the user needs to be located, the care specialist can coordinate with 911 operators and utilize the U-TDOA network to help find the individual.
Designed for any lifestyle: eResponder is simple, easy-to-use, easy-to-wear and doesn't interfere with the active lifestyles of today's seniors. Users will have peace of mind while in the home, gardening, walking the dog, on a trip to the mall - wherever they want to go.
Lengthy battery life: eResponder offers a rechargeable battery that lasts up to two months, meaning the user only has to recharge it six times a year instead of every night like other units currently on the market.
Small and lightweight: The unit weighs in at just over an ounce, is shower-safe and can be worn as a pendant, clipped to a belt or stowed in a pocket.
Today, more seniors than ever are giving up landlines in favor of cell phones or VoIP service, which is incompatible with landline-based response systems. eResponder was developed to meet rising demand for a non-landline-based mobile personal emergency response system.
"Most speaker and landline-based systems only work inside the home or within 500 feet of the unit's base, and the user has to be in the same room as the base to communicate with the call center," noted Peter Muldoon, VP of Sales at Securus, Inc. "eResponder uses cellular technology that works anywhere in the U.S. with T-Mobile coverage.
"We spoke with potential users and the people who work with elderly and disabled populations to get their wish list of features for a next-generation personal emergency response device," Muldoon continued. "They told us they needed a small device that could be worn everywhere, had top-notch sound quality to enable clear communication between the user and emergency care specialists and a long battery life. eResponder delivers on all these features."
eResponder is sold through a network of regional and nationwide dealers.
Learn more about eResponder at http://www.SecurusGPS.com/eResponder.aspx.
About Securus, Inc.
Securus, Inc. (http://www.SecurusGPS.com) provides advanced mobile safety and security solutions through retail outlets and a network of regional and national dealers, as well as online. The Securus M2M Technology Platform, in conjunction with Securus partners, enables industry-leading mobile safety and security products for individuals with special needs, senior citizens, pets, children and small businesses. Securus's wholly owned subsidiary, Zoombak, Inc., sells general-purpose GPS locators. Learn more about Zoombak at http://www.Zoombak.com.
SOURCE Securus, Inc.
Securus, Inc.
CONTACT: Kellie Connors, kconnors@sspr.com, 609-750-1027
Web Site: http://www.SecurusGPS.com
Tableau Software to Offer Official Product Certification for Desktop and Server Products
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 15, 2014 at 9:07:01 AM
Tableau Software to Offer Official Product Certification for Desktop and Server Products
Customers can now achieve two levels of certification to demonstrate their expertise and know-how
SEATTLE, Jan. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Tableau Software (NYSE: DATA) today announced it will offer official Product Certification for its Desktop and Server products. Customers can achieve two levels of certification titles, Qualified Associate and Certified Professional. This new Product Certification Program will provide Tableau customers with more opportunities to help their organizations, advance their careers, build their resumes and validate their Tableau knowledge and skills. The Certification level for both products will allow those that are highly skilled to stand out from the crowd.
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Previously, Tableau offered product exams exclusively at its customer conferences for its Desktop product. Today, exams are delivered via online testing platforms.
"We are excited to offer an official Product Certification for our customers, partners and consultants around the world," said Nigel Stoodley, Vice President of Customer Solutions at Tableau Software. "Being Tableau certified is a significant accomplishment and we're confident that these two levels of certification will showcase the expertise and skills of those who thoroughly understand our products."
Tableau customers were engaged in the beta testing of each exam. Their guidance and feedback helped to ensure Tableau is offering credentials of the highest quality.
"Tableau Server is powerful and richly functional. Mastering it with depth takes time, experience, study and the willingness to dig in and explore its workings," said Chris Gerrard a business intelligence consultant and the first Tableau Server Certified Professional. "The Tableau Server Certification exam is a good one. It's tough, long, comprehensive, and really exercises one's technical knowledge and ability to think about how the product works."
The exams are hands-on and require use of the product to find solutions. Most of the exams may be taken online at http://www.tableausoftware.com/certification except for the Server certification, which must be done in-person at a Tableau regional office and can be arranged by emailing certification@tableausoftware.com.
Product Certification time requirements and prices are as follows:
-- Desktop Qualification - Two hour, online exam. $250 USD
-- Desktop Certification - Three hour, online exam. $400 USD
-- Server Qualification - One hour, online exam. $250 USD
-- Server Certification - Six hour, in-person exam. $600 USD
Tableau Product Certification is currently available in English but the company expects to add more languages in the future.
About Tableau
Tableau Software (NYSE: DATA) helps people see and understand data. Tableau helps anyone quickly analyze, visualize and share information. More than 15,000 organizations get rapid results with Tableau in the office and on-the-go. And tens of thousands of people use Tableau Public to share data in their blogs and websites. See how Tableau can help you by downloading the free trial at http://www.tableausoftware.com/trial.
Tableau and Tableau Software are trademarks of Tableau Software, Inc. All other company and product names may be trademarks of the respective companies with which they are associated.
SOURCE Tableau Software
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Tableau Software
CONTACT: Doreen Jarman, 206-633-3400 x5648, djarman@tableausoftware.com
Web Site: http://www.tableausoftware.com
Customers can now achieve two levels of certification to demonstrate their expertise and know-how
SEATTLE, Jan. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Tableau Software (NYSE: DATA) today announced it will offer official Product Certification for its Desktop and Server products. Customers can achieve two levels of certification titles, Qualified Associate and Certified Professional. This new Product Certification Program will provide Tableau customers with more opportunities to help their organizations, advance their careers, build their resumes and validate their Tableau knowledge and skills. The Certification level for both products will allow those that are highly skilled to stand out from the crowd.
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Previously, Tableau offered product exams exclusively at its customer conferences for its Desktop product. Today, exams are delivered via online testing platforms.
"We are excited to offer an official Product Certification for our customers, partners and consultants around the world," said Nigel Stoodley, Vice President of Customer Solutions at Tableau Software. "Being Tableau certified is a significant accomplishment and we're confident that these two levels of certification will showcase the expertise and skills of those who thoroughly understand our products."
Tableau customers were engaged in the beta testing of each exam. Their guidance and feedback helped to ensure Tableau is offering credentials of the highest quality.
"Tableau Server is powerful and richly functional. Mastering it with depth takes time, experience, study and the willingness to dig in and explore its workings," said Chris Gerrard a business intelligence consultant and the first Tableau Server Certified Professional. "The Tableau Server Certification exam is a good one. It's tough, long, comprehensive, and really exercises one's technical knowledge and ability to think about how the product works."
The exams are hands-on and require use of the product to find solutions. Most of the exams may be taken online at http://www.tableausoftware.com/certification except for the Server certification, which must be done in-person at a Tableau regional office and can be arranged by emailing certification@tableausoftware.com.
Product Certification time requirements and prices are as follows:
-- Desktop Qualification - Two hour, online exam. $250 USD
-- Desktop Certification - Three hour, online exam. $400 USD
-- Server Qualification - One hour, online exam. $250 USD
-- Server Certification - Six hour, in-person exam. $600 USD
Tableau Product Certification is currently available in English but the company expects to add more languages in the future.
About Tableau
Tableau Software (NYSE: DATA) helps people see and understand data. Tableau helps anyone quickly analyze, visualize and share information. More than 15,000 organizations get rapid results with Tableau in the office and on-the-go. And tens of thousands of people use Tableau Public to share data in their blogs and websites. See how Tableau can help you by downloading the free trial at http://www.tableausoftware.com/trial.
Tableau and Tableau Software are trademarks of Tableau Software, Inc. All other company and product names may be trademarks of the respective companies with which they are associated.
SOURCE Tableau Software
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Tableau Software
CONTACT: Doreen Jarman, 206-633-3400 x5648, djarman@tableausoftware.com
Web Site: http://www.tableausoftware.com
Introductory Price Ending for the mPower JUMP IT!
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 15, 2014 at 8:49:01 AM
Introductory Price Ending for the mPower JUMP IT!
Price Increase Opens Doors for Large Distributors
EAST RUTHERFORD, New Jersey, January 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
mPower Technologies Inc. (http://mpowertech.com), the consumer products division
of mPhase Technologies, Inc. (OTCQB: XDSL), announced today that the introductory price
for the mPower Jump It is coming to a close. Robust demand from distribution partnerships
has confirmed the market value of the emergency portable jump starter. Consumer sales have
verified the markets interest and buying potential at an increased price.
mPower sales representatives have been closing deals with small and midsize
distributors and retailers. They are in discussion with larger distribution retailers and
will be increasing the price on the website http://www.jumpitnow.com to $109.95 plus
shipping and handling. This increase opens the door to larger distributors that require
specified profit margins to partner and resell. The demand for the product is at the ready
and mPower will find it easier to close in on these large distribution deals with the
increased pricing structure.
The price increase will take effect on or around January 20th and distributors that
have committed their orders prior to the increase will benefit from a 6-month holdover of
the introductory pricing on their re-orders. Consumer purchase on the website will also
see the pricing change take place around January 20th.
The mPower JUMP IT delivers an incredibly powerful, compact jump starting capability.
Millions of car owners and boat enthusiasts, worldwide, can enjoy the peace of mind that
comes with never having to use jumper cables ever again. Because these products are always
handy, always ready and always easy to use.
About mPower Technologies
mPower Technologies Inc. is the consumer products division of mPhase Technologies Inc.
(OTCQB:XDSL), a 2013 Frost and Sullivan recipient for the North American Advanced Battery
Technology Innovation Award. mPower Technologies is the wholly owned consumer products
division of mPhase Technologies. More information about the company can be found at
http://www.mpowertech.com.
About mPhase Technologies, Inc.
mPhase Technologies is a publicly traded company (XDSL) that is introducing a
revolutionary Smart Surface technology enabled by breakthroughs in nanotechnology, MEMS
processing and microfluidics. Our Smart Surface technology has potential applications
within drug delivery systems, lab-on-a-chip analytic systems, self-cleaning systems,
liquid and chemical sensor systems, and filtration systems. mPhase has pioneered its first
Smart Surface enabled product, the mPhase Smart NanoBattery. In addition to the Smart
Surface technology. More information about the company can be found at
http://www.mPhaseTech.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
As a cautionary note to investors, certain matters discussed in this press release may
be forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation
Reform Act of 1995. Such matters involve risks and uncertainties that may cause actual
results to differ materially, including the following: changes in economic conditions;
general competitive factors; acceptance of the Company's products in the market; the
Company's success in technology and product development; the Company's ability to execute
its business model and strategic plans; and all the risks and related information
described from time to time in the Company's SEC filings, including the financial
statements and related information contained in the Company's SEC Filing. mPhase assumes
no obligation to update the information in this release.
Contact:
Danielle LaSalle
+1-973-256-3737
Email: dlasalle@mPhasetech.com
mPhase Technologies, Inc.
Price Increase Opens Doors for Large Distributors
EAST RUTHERFORD, New Jersey, January 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
mPower Technologies Inc. (http://mpowertech.com), the consumer products division
of mPhase Technologies, Inc. (OTCQB: XDSL), announced today that the introductory price
for the mPower Jump It is coming to a close. Robust demand from distribution partnerships
has confirmed the market value of the emergency portable jump starter. Consumer sales have
verified the markets interest and buying potential at an increased price.
mPower sales representatives have been closing deals with small and midsize
distributors and retailers. They are in discussion with larger distribution retailers and
will be increasing the price on the website http://www.jumpitnow.com to $109.95 plus
shipping and handling. This increase opens the door to larger distributors that require
specified profit margins to partner and resell. The demand for the product is at the ready
and mPower will find it easier to close in on these large distribution deals with the
increased pricing structure.
The price increase will take effect on or around January 20th and distributors that
have committed their orders prior to the increase will benefit from a 6-month holdover of
the introductory pricing on their re-orders. Consumer purchase on the website will also
see the pricing change take place around January 20th.
The mPower JUMP IT delivers an incredibly powerful, compact jump starting capability.
Millions of car owners and boat enthusiasts, worldwide, can enjoy the peace of mind that
comes with never having to use jumper cables ever again. Because these products are always
handy, always ready and always easy to use.
About mPower Technologies
mPower Technologies Inc. is the consumer products division of mPhase Technologies Inc.
(OTCQB:XDSL), a 2013 Frost and Sullivan recipient for the North American Advanced Battery
Technology Innovation Award. mPower Technologies is the wholly owned consumer products
division of mPhase Technologies. More information about the company can be found at
http://www.mpowertech.com.
About mPhase Technologies, Inc.
mPhase Technologies is a publicly traded company (XDSL) that is introducing a
revolutionary Smart Surface technology enabled by breakthroughs in nanotechnology, MEMS
processing and microfluidics. Our Smart Surface technology has potential applications
within drug delivery systems, lab-on-a-chip analytic systems, self-cleaning systems,
liquid and chemical sensor systems, and filtration systems. mPhase has pioneered its first
Smart Surface enabled product, the mPhase Smart NanoBattery. In addition to the Smart
Surface technology. More information about the company can be found at
http://www.mPhaseTech.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
As a cautionary note to investors, certain matters discussed in this press release may
be forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation
Reform Act of 1995. Such matters involve risks and uncertainties that may cause actual
results to differ materially, including the following: changes in economic conditions;
general competitive factors; acceptance of the Company's products in the market; the
Company's success in technology and product development; the Company's ability to execute
its business model and strategic plans; and all the risks and related information
described from time to time in the Company's SEC filings, including the financial
statements and related information contained in the Company's SEC Filing. mPhase assumes
no obligation to update the information in this release.
Contact:
Danielle LaSalle
+1-973-256-3737
Email: dlasalle@mPhasetech.com
mPhase Technologies, Inc.
Barracuda Extends NG Firewall Model Range with Powerful F280 Desktop Appliance
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 15, 2014 at 8:14:01 AM
Barracuda Extends NG Firewall Model Range with Powerful F280 Desktop Appliance
New Model Brings Advanced WAN Optimization and Integrated Content Security to Remote Locations
CAMPBELL, Calif., Jan. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --Barracuda Networks, Inc. (NYSE: CUDA), a leading provider of cloud-connected security and storage solutions, today announced the availability of Barracuda NG Firewall F280. The new Barracuda NG Firewall F280 model brings next generation firewall capabilities and full gigabit Ethernet throughput to branch offices and remote locations.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20131113/SF16521LOGO)
"The new Barracuda NG Firewall F280 model provides the powerful next-generation firewall capabilities of our Barracuda NG Firewall, and has been designed to run at branch offices," said Klaus Gheri, VP Network Security, Barracuda. "In combination with the Barracuda Control Center, administrators can centrally manage the devices - setting policies once and running them everywhere, making it a great solution for distributed organizations requiring next-generation firewall capabilities at smaller locations."
The Barracuda NG Firewall F280 provides branch offices with powerful next-generation firewall functionality, including:
-- Security - All features of the latest Barracuda NG Firewall version
5.4.2 release including application detection, SSL interception, IPS and
malware protection
-- Flexibility - Direct, fast and secure access to Internet and private or
public cloud resources
-- Availability - 99.99 percent availability of all business-critical
resources
-- Connectivity - Integrated application aware WAN virtualization
-- Mobility - Integrated wireless for mobile devices
-- Control - Central management using Barracuda Control Center
The Barracuda NG Firewall is an enterprise-grade network firewall that combines comprehensive, next-generation firewall capabilities - based on application visibility and user-identity awareness - with optimal efficiency and throughput. The Barracuda NG Firewall offers massive scalability, easy and efficient management across dispersed networks, low resource consumption and high performance for business-critical applications. Coordinated WAN optimization, centralized management and cloud-hosted content filtering and reporting are just a few of the key features. The Barracuda NG Firewall is available as a hardware and virtual appliance. To learn more, visit: http://www.barracuda.com/ngfirewall.
Pricing and Availability
The Barracuda NG Firewall F280 appliance U.S. list price starts at $2,499 USD for the appliance and U.S. list price of $449 USD for Energize Updates (one-year subscription). An optional Instant Replacement service featuring priority replacement of failed hardware and complimentary refresh of four-year old hardware units is available starting at U.S. list price of $449 USD per year. International pricing and availability vary by region.
About Barracuda Networks, Inc. (NYSE: CUDA)
Barracuda provides cloud-connected security and storage solutions that simplify IT. These powerful, easy-to-use and affordable solutions are trusted by more than 150,000 organizations worldwide and are delivered in appliance, virtual appliance, cloud and hybrid deployments. Barracuda's customer-centric business model focuses on delivering high-value, subscription-based IT solutions that provide end-to-end network and data security. For additional information, please visit http://www.barracuda.com.
Forward-Looking Statements.
This press release contains forward-looking statements, including statements regarding the functionality and performance of Barracuda products. You should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements because they involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that are, in some cases, beyond the Company's control and that could cause the Company's results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Factors that could materially affect the Company's business and financial results include, but are not limited to, a highly competitive business environment and customer response to the Company's products, as well as those factors set forth in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including under the caption "Risk Factors" in the Company's prospectus filed with the SEC on November 6, 2013 pursuant to Rule 424(b) under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. The Company expressly disclaims any intent or obligation to update the forward-looking information to reflect events that occur or circumstances that exist after the date of this press release.
Barracuda Networks, Barracuda and the Barracuda Networks logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of Barracuda Networks, Inc. in the US and other countries.
Contacts
Jonelle Hester Nick Gonzalez
Barracuda Networks, Inc. Barracuda Networks, Inc.
408-342-6415 408-342-6482
jhester@barracuda.com ngonzalez@barracuda.com
SOURCE Barracuda Networks, Inc.
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Barracuda Networks, Inc.
Web Site: http://www.barracuda.com
New Model Brings Advanced WAN Optimization and Integrated Content Security to Remote Locations
CAMPBELL, Calif., Jan. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --Barracuda Networks, Inc. (NYSE: CUDA), a leading provider of cloud-connected security and storage solutions, today announced the availability of Barracuda NG Firewall F280. The new Barracuda NG Firewall F280 model brings next generation firewall capabilities and full gigabit Ethernet throughput to branch offices and remote locations.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20131113/SF16521LOGO)
"The new Barracuda NG Firewall F280 model provides the powerful next-generation firewall capabilities of our Barracuda NG Firewall, and has been designed to run at branch offices," said Klaus Gheri, VP Network Security, Barracuda. "In combination with the Barracuda Control Center, administrators can centrally manage the devices - setting policies once and running them everywhere, making it a great solution for distributed organizations requiring next-generation firewall capabilities at smaller locations."
The Barracuda NG Firewall F280 provides branch offices with powerful next-generation firewall functionality, including:
-- Security - All features of the latest Barracuda NG Firewall version
5.4.2 release including application detection, SSL interception, IPS and
malware protection
-- Flexibility - Direct, fast and secure access to Internet and private or
public cloud resources
-- Availability - 99.99 percent availability of all business-critical
resources
-- Connectivity - Integrated application aware WAN virtualization
-- Mobility - Integrated wireless for mobile devices
-- Control - Central management using Barracuda Control Center
The Barracuda NG Firewall is an enterprise-grade network firewall that combines comprehensive, next-generation firewall capabilities - based on application visibility and user-identity awareness - with optimal efficiency and throughput. The Barracuda NG Firewall offers massive scalability, easy and efficient management across dispersed networks, low resource consumption and high performance for business-critical applications. Coordinated WAN optimization, centralized management and cloud-hosted content filtering and reporting are just a few of the key features. The Barracuda NG Firewall is available as a hardware and virtual appliance. To learn more, visit: http://www.barracuda.com/ngfirewall.
Pricing and Availability
The Barracuda NG Firewall F280 appliance U.S. list price starts at $2,499 USD for the appliance and U.S. list price of $449 USD for Energize Updates (one-year subscription). An optional Instant Replacement service featuring priority replacement of failed hardware and complimentary refresh of four-year old hardware units is available starting at U.S. list price of $449 USD per year. International pricing and availability vary by region.
About Barracuda Networks, Inc. (NYSE: CUDA)
Barracuda provides cloud-connected security and storage solutions that simplify IT. These powerful, easy-to-use and affordable solutions are trusted by more than 150,000 organizations worldwide and are delivered in appliance, virtual appliance, cloud and hybrid deployments. Barracuda's customer-centric business model focuses on delivering high-value, subscription-based IT solutions that provide end-to-end network and data security. For additional information, please visit http://www.barracuda.com.
Forward-Looking Statements.
This press release contains forward-looking statements, including statements regarding the functionality and performance of Barracuda products. You should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements because they involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that are, in some cases, beyond the Company's control and that could cause the Company's results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Factors that could materially affect the Company's business and financial results include, but are not limited to, a highly competitive business environment and customer response to the Company's products, as well as those factors set forth in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including under the caption "Risk Factors" in the Company's prospectus filed with the SEC on November 6, 2013 pursuant to Rule 424(b) under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. The Company expressly disclaims any intent or obligation to update the forward-looking information to reflect events that occur or circumstances that exist after the date of this press release.
Barracuda Networks, Barracuda and the Barracuda Networks logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of Barracuda Networks, Inc. in the US and other countries.
Contacts
Jonelle Hester Nick Gonzalez
Barracuda Networks, Inc. Barracuda Networks, Inc.
408-342-6415 408-342-6482
jhester@barracuda.com ngonzalez@barracuda.com
SOURCE Barracuda Networks, Inc.
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http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Barracuda Networks, Inc.
Web Site: http://www.barracuda.com
HP, Google Select Altair Semiconductor for Newest LTE-Only Chromebook
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 15, 2014 at 7:07:01 AM
HP, Google Select Altair Semiconductor for Newest LTE-Only Chromebook
Chromebook 11.6" LTE Heralds New Era of Affordable Cloud-Based Devices
HOD HASHARON, Israel, January 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
Altair Semiconductor (http://www.altair-semi.com), the world's leading developer
of high-performance, single-mode LTE chipsets, today announced that its FourGee-3100/6202
chipset [http://altair-semi.com/product/fourgee-3100-6202 ] was selected to connect the
new HP Chromebook 11.6" LTE to the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network. The new device is
available in Best Buy stores
[http://m.bestbuy.com/m/e/product/detail.jsp?skuId"36029&cmp=RMX&ky=1uUBAdcw1tACjrhn8I8CZ5jAbhY772IPX&pid19070438652 ]
for $329 after a $50 account activation rebate.
The ultra-portable device, developed by HP in close collaboration with Google, is
based on the Wi-Fi-only Chromebook 11, launched in October. With a price tag that is only
$50 higher (and an additional $10 monthly charge for data, through Verizon Wireless), the
Chromebook 11.6" LTE is the first affordable Chromebook with 4G LTE connectivity in the
market. It is also the only LTE-only Chromebook available.
"We are extremely proud to have been selected by Google and HP to power the world's
first low-cost LTE Chromebook," said Eran Eshed, Co-Founder and Vice President of
Marketing and Business Development at Altair. "Our solution equips the Chromebook with a
dependable and incredibly fast Internet connection. By focusing on 100% LTE and
eliminating costly 3G components, we were able to help our partners lower the cost of this
critical LTE connectivity feature. We see this product launch as another important
milestone towards achieving our mission of bringing LTE-enabled devices to everyone."
Built on the Chrome OS, Chromebooks are heavily dependent on the cloud and require
users to be connected to the internet for data, applications and multimedia. While the
original Wi-Fi-only Chromebook 11 could only fully operate in the presence of a Wi-Fi
hotspot, the addition of Altair's LTE solution now allows Chromebook users to access and
upload information from virtually anywhere.
Altair recently announced that its FourGee-3100/6202 single-mode chipset is at the
core of the LTE-enabled Ellipsis 7 tablet
[http://www.verizonwireless.com/b2c/device/tablet/ellipsis-7 ], the first-ever device
marketed under Verizon Wireless' own brand.
About Altair Semiconductor
Altair Semiconductor is the world's leading developer of high-performance, single-mode
LTE chipsets. By focusing on 100% LTE solutions, Altair enables the introduction of
competitively priced connected devices to the market. The company's chips have been
qualified by the world's top LTE carriers. More than 30 original design manufacturers
around the world have selected Altair to connect more than 80 end-user devices such as
tablets, netbooks, USB dongles, portable hotspots, fixed routers and modems, and M2M
applications. For more information, visit the company's website at
http://www.altair-semi.com. Follow Altair on Twitter: @AltairSemi
[http://twitter.com/AltairSemi ]
Media Contact:
Finn Partners for Altair Semiconductor
Ari Applbaum
+972-544-448-654
ari@finnpartners.co.il
@ariapplbaum [http://twitter.com/ariapplbaum ]
Altair Semiconductor
Chromebook 11.6" LTE Heralds New Era of Affordable Cloud-Based Devices
HOD HASHARON, Israel, January 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
Altair Semiconductor (http://www.altair-semi.com), the world's leading developer
of high-performance, single-mode LTE chipsets, today announced that its FourGee-3100/6202
chipset [http://altair-semi.com/product/fourgee-3100-6202 ] was selected to connect the
new HP Chromebook 11.6" LTE to the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network. The new device is
available in Best Buy stores
[http://m.bestbuy.com/m/e/product/detail.jsp?skuId"36029&cmp=RMX&ky=1uUBAdcw1tACjrhn8I8CZ5jAbhY772IPX&pid19070438652 ]
for $329 after a $50 account activation rebate.
The ultra-portable device, developed by HP in close collaboration with Google, is
based on the Wi-Fi-only Chromebook 11, launched in October. With a price tag that is only
$50 higher (and an additional $10 monthly charge for data, through Verizon Wireless), the
Chromebook 11.6" LTE is the first affordable Chromebook with 4G LTE connectivity in the
market. It is also the only LTE-only Chromebook available.
"We are extremely proud to have been selected by Google and HP to power the world's
first low-cost LTE Chromebook," said Eran Eshed, Co-Founder and Vice President of
Marketing and Business Development at Altair. "Our solution equips the Chromebook with a
dependable and incredibly fast Internet connection. By focusing on 100% LTE and
eliminating costly 3G components, we were able to help our partners lower the cost of this
critical LTE connectivity feature. We see this product launch as another important
milestone towards achieving our mission of bringing LTE-enabled devices to everyone."
Built on the Chrome OS, Chromebooks are heavily dependent on the cloud and require
users to be connected to the internet for data, applications and multimedia. While the
original Wi-Fi-only Chromebook 11 could only fully operate in the presence of a Wi-Fi
hotspot, the addition of Altair's LTE solution now allows Chromebook users to access and
upload information from virtually anywhere.
Altair recently announced that its FourGee-3100/6202 single-mode chipset is at the
core of the LTE-enabled Ellipsis 7 tablet
[http://www.verizonwireless.com/b2c/device/tablet/ellipsis-7 ], the first-ever device
marketed under Verizon Wireless' own brand.
About Altair Semiconductor
Altair Semiconductor is the world's leading developer of high-performance, single-mode
LTE chipsets. By focusing on 100% LTE solutions, Altair enables the introduction of
competitively priced connected devices to the market. The company's chips have been
qualified by the world's top LTE carriers. More than 30 original design manufacturers
around the world have selected Altair to connect more than 80 end-user devices such as
tablets, netbooks, USB dongles, portable hotspots, fixed routers and modems, and M2M
applications. For more information, visit the company's website at
http://www.altair-semi.com. Follow Altair on Twitter: @AltairSemi
[http://twitter.com/AltairSemi ]
Media Contact:
Finn Partners for Altair Semiconductor
Ari Applbaum
+972-544-448-654
ari@finnpartners.co.il
@ariapplbaum [http://twitter.com/ariapplbaum ]
Altair Semiconductor
Evergreen Studios Debuts "Tales of Honor" Multi-platform StoryWorld
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 15, 2014 at 6:07:01 AM
Evergreen Studios Debuts "Tales of Honor" Multi-platform StoryWorld
Games and Comics bring the Honorverse to life beginning this March
LOS ANGELES, Jan. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Evergreen Studios announces Tales of Honor, a rich multi-platform storyworld based on the New York Times bestselling science-fiction novels, Honor Harrington, by David Weber. Content launching in March and continuing over the next few years will include comics, digital games & apps, webisodes, TV episodes, and a feature film.
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140115/SF46753)
Tales of Honor follows the life and times of Honor Harrington, a brilliant genetically engineered female spaceship captain, as she heroically leads her crew through a series of epic political, military, and personal adventures. The stories are set 2,000 years in the future when hyperspace travel has allowed humanity to colonize the far reaches of the universe and are underscored by altruistic themes such as loyalty and leadership. Combined with multi-layered characters, plot twist, and epic space battles, the Tales of Honor series is filled with emotion and intrigue resulting in deeply engaging entertainment.
"What makes these stories different is their female protagonist's unique narrative perspective and just how grounded and believable they are. By creating a futuristic society that is largely gender blind; we are able to explore the issues of female leadership in the military that are both ground-breaking and especially resonant for today's audience," said Scott Kroopf, Chief Creative Officer, Evergreen Studios. "Weber's storyworld is so cool because it's based in real science, which gives it a feeling of authenticity. Tales of Honor is to Science Fiction what Jason Bourne is to spy movies: realistic, gritty, and action-packed."
A monthly comic will launch the storyworld on March 5(th), 2014 through publisher, Top Cow (available in comic stores and digitally at TopCow.com). The first mobile game, Tales of Honor: The Secret Fleet, will be available on iOS and Android and releases in mid-March.
Evergreen Studios, the company behind Walking With Dinosaurs, currently in theatres, brings a Silicon Valley-based ethos to Hollywood storytelling. Using proprietary technology to enhance the creative process Evergreen develops stories whose characters, plots, and ideas can unfold over multiple platforms.
"Having worked 20 years in the software business, I know the key to success is adaptability. Gauging feedback in the form of continuous consumer engagement allows us to experiment, be flexible, & adapt to meet consumers evolving preferences," said Mike Devlin, CEO, Evergreen Studios.
The Honor Harrington book series is a perfect fit for adaptation because of the breath of content, its broad audience appeal, the science & technology focus, and its strong existing fan base.
The 28 books, including an anthology series, two spin-off series, and a recent young adult series provide a plethora of content for various storylines. Much like the adventures of Jack Ryan in Tom Clancy's novels, Tales of Honor represents the best of hard science fiction with its larger than life characters, complex plotting, big stakes, incisive political and social commentary, and heart-pounding action.
Evergreen's own technological and engineering expertise will make Weber's futuristic technology, weaponry, and space battles "come to life" for that immersive experience. Finally, Honor Harrington novels have active and passionate fans that will serve as brand ambassadors to broaden the appeal to the mainstream.
For more information, go to http://www.evgstudios.com.
ABOUT EVERGREEN STUDIOS:
Evergreen Studios (http://www.evgstudios.com) brings a Silicon Valley-based ethos to Hollywood storytelling. Using cutting edge technology to enhance the creative process, Evergreen targets and develops stories whose characters, plots, and ideas can unfold over multiple platforms. The company then determines which medium--films, television, apps, mobile games, console games, webisodes, and comics--is best suited to a particular aspect of a world. This allows Evergreen to tailor each immersive experience for its respective platform and retain the creative integrity of the story world. This release method empowers fans to explore and allows Evergreen to experiment while it builds awareness. Through this groundbreaking approach, Evergreen Studios is able to deliver story worlds of outstanding quality that resonate with audiences worldwide. Evergreen Studios first theatrical release, WALKING WITH DINOSAURS, was distributed by 20th Century Fox on Dec. 20th, 2013. Evergreen also plans to launch a new cross-platform story world in early 2014 based on the best-selling military sci-fi novels, Honor Harrington.
SOURCE Evergreen Studios
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Evergreen Studios
CONTACT: Julie Karickhoff, Director of Marketing, Evergreen Studios, 310.202.4655, julie@evgstudios.com, or Chris Schmidt, Triplepoint PR, 415.205.8847, chris@triplepointpr.com
Web Site: http://www.evgstudios.com
Games and Comics bring the Honorverse to life beginning this March
LOS ANGELES, Jan. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Evergreen Studios announces Tales of Honor, a rich multi-platform storyworld based on the New York Times bestselling science-fiction novels, Honor Harrington, by David Weber. Content launching in March and continuing over the next few years will include comics, digital games & apps, webisodes, TV episodes, and a feature film.
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Tales of Honor follows the life and times of Honor Harrington, a brilliant genetically engineered female spaceship captain, as she heroically leads her crew through a series of epic political, military, and personal adventures. The stories are set 2,000 years in the future when hyperspace travel has allowed humanity to colonize the far reaches of the universe and are underscored by altruistic themes such as loyalty and leadership. Combined with multi-layered characters, plot twist, and epic space battles, the Tales of Honor series is filled with emotion and intrigue resulting in deeply engaging entertainment.
"What makes these stories different is their female protagonist's unique narrative perspective and just how grounded and believable they are. By creating a futuristic society that is largely gender blind; we are able to explore the issues of female leadership in the military that are both ground-breaking and especially resonant for today's audience," said Scott Kroopf, Chief Creative Officer, Evergreen Studios. "Weber's storyworld is so cool because it's based in real science, which gives it a feeling of authenticity. Tales of Honor is to Science Fiction what Jason Bourne is to spy movies: realistic, gritty, and action-packed."
A monthly comic will launch the storyworld on March 5(th), 2014 through publisher, Top Cow (available in comic stores and digitally at TopCow.com). The first mobile game, Tales of Honor: The Secret Fleet, will be available on iOS and Android and releases in mid-March.
Evergreen Studios, the company behind Walking With Dinosaurs, currently in theatres, brings a Silicon Valley-based ethos to Hollywood storytelling. Using proprietary technology to enhance the creative process Evergreen develops stories whose characters, plots, and ideas can unfold over multiple platforms.
"Having worked 20 years in the software business, I know the key to success is adaptability. Gauging feedback in the form of continuous consumer engagement allows us to experiment, be flexible, & adapt to meet consumers evolving preferences," said Mike Devlin, CEO, Evergreen Studios.
The Honor Harrington book series is a perfect fit for adaptation because of the breath of content, its broad audience appeal, the science & technology focus, and its strong existing fan base.
The 28 books, including an anthology series, two spin-off series, and a recent young adult series provide a plethora of content for various storylines. Much like the adventures of Jack Ryan in Tom Clancy's novels, Tales of Honor represents the best of hard science fiction with its larger than life characters, complex plotting, big stakes, incisive political and social commentary, and heart-pounding action.
Evergreen's own technological and engineering expertise will make Weber's futuristic technology, weaponry, and space battles "come to life" for that immersive experience. Finally, Honor Harrington novels have active and passionate fans that will serve as brand ambassadors to broaden the appeal to the mainstream.
For more information, go to http://www.evgstudios.com.
ABOUT EVERGREEN STUDIOS:
Evergreen Studios (http://www.evgstudios.com) brings a Silicon Valley-based ethos to Hollywood storytelling. Using cutting edge technology to enhance the creative process, Evergreen targets and develops stories whose characters, plots, and ideas can unfold over multiple platforms. The company then determines which medium--films, television, apps, mobile games, console games, webisodes, and comics--is best suited to a particular aspect of a world. This allows Evergreen to tailor each immersive experience for its respective platform and retain the creative integrity of the story world. This release method empowers fans to explore and allows Evergreen to experiment while it builds awareness. Through this groundbreaking approach, Evergreen Studios is able to deliver story worlds of outstanding quality that resonate with audiences worldwide. Evergreen Studios first theatrical release, WALKING WITH DINOSAURS, was distributed by 20th Century Fox on Dec. 20th, 2013. Evergreen also plans to launch a new cross-platform story world in early 2014 based on the best-selling military sci-fi novels, Honor Harrington.
SOURCE Evergreen Studios
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Evergreen Studios
CONTACT: Julie Karickhoff, Director of Marketing, Evergreen Studios, 310.202.4655, julie@evgstudios.com, or Chris Schmidt, Triplepoint PR, 415.205.8847, chris@triplepointpr.com
Web Site: http://www.evgstudios.com
New Smartphone To Put Privacy And Control First
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 15, 2014 at 4:07:01 AM
New Smartphone To Put Privacy And Control First
- Blackphone gives wide-ranging privacy protection to users.
- New handset to be unveiled at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain on February 24th.
WASHINGTON and MADRID, Jan. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Silent Circle and Geeksphone today announced a new Switzerland-based joint venture and its inaugural product, Blackphone, the world's first smartphone placing privacy and control directly in the hands of its users.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140115/PH46617LOGO)
Blackphone, powered by a security-oriented Android(TM) build named PrivatOS, is a carrier- and vendor-independent smartphone giving individuals and organizations the ability to make and receive secure phone calls, exchange secure texts, transfer and store files, and video chat without compromising user privacy on the device.
It is the culmination of several careers' worth of effort from leading figures in the industry, including Phil Zimmermann, creator of PGP; Javier Aguera, co-founder of Geeksphone; Jon Callas, co-founder of PGP Inc. and CTO of Silent Circle; Rodrigo Silva-Ramos, co-founder of Geeksphone; and Mike Janke, CEO of Silent Circle and former US Navy SEAL.
"I have spent my whole career working towards the launch of secure telephony products," said Zimmermann. "Blackphone provides users with everything they need to ensure privacy and control of their communications, along with all the other high-end smartphone features they have come to expect."
Blackphone may be seen at https://www.blackphone.ch and visitors may join a mailing list to be kept informed of updates as the launch date approaches. Blackphone will be available for pre-order beginning February 24, 2014, at Mobile World Congress, in Barcelona, Spain.
For more information or to contact Blackphone visit: https://www.blackphone.ch
About Geeksphone
Geeksphone is a young and dynamic Spanish Company headquartered in Madrid and specializing in the development, promotion and commercialization of "open source" mobile telephony solutions. Geeksphone pioneered the industry by becoming the first European brand to launch an Android(TM) smartphone in 2009, and launched the world's first Firefox OS(TM)-powered smartphone in 2013.
Geeksphone relies on an "open source" business philosophy, which enhances agility and participation in its decision-making. For more on Geeksphone, go to: http://www.geeksphone.com/
About Silent Circle
Silent Circle is a global encrypted communications service headquartered in Washington D.C. providing a revolutionary peer-to-peer platform for encrypted voice, video, text and file transfer on mobile devices via a secure, proprietary network, software and mobile apps. Silent Circle was co-founded by Mike Janke, former Navy SEAL and best-selling author and Phil Zimmermann, the world famous Silicon Valley creator of Internet encryption for voice and data and 2012 inductee into the Internet Hall of Fame, along with Jon Callas, co-founder of PGP Inc. and creator of Apple's Whole Disk Encryption. For more on Silent Circle, go to: https://www.silentcircle.com
Press contacts:
Coonic
Elvira MartÃn/Pedro Tortosa
geeksphone@coonic.com
Telf. +34 916 397 700/ 660690558
Welz & Weisel Communications (for Silent Circle)
Tom Resau
tom@w2comm.com
+1 703-877-8103
SOURCE Blackphone
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Blackphone
- Blackphone gives wide-ranging privacy protection to users.
- New handset to be unveiled at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain on February 24th.
WASHINGTON and MADRID, Jan. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Silent Circle and Geeksphone today announced a new Switzerland-based joint venture and its inaugural product, Blackphone, the world's first smartphone placing privacy and control directly in the hands of its users.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140115/PH46617LOGO)
Blackphone, powered by a security-oriented Android(TM) build named PrivatOS, is a carrier- and vendor-independent smartphone giving individuals and organizations the ability to make and receive secure phone calls, exchange secure texts, transfer and store files, and video chat without compromising user privacy on the device.
It is the culmination of several careers' worth of effort from leading figures in the industry, including Phil Zimmermann, creator of PGP; Javier Aguera, co-founder of Geeksphone; Jon Callas, co-founder of PGP Inc. and CTO of Silent Circle; Rodrigo Silva-Ramos, co-founder of Geeksphone; and Mike Janke, CEO of Silent Circle and former US Navy SEAL.
"I have spent my whole career working towards the launch of secure telephony products," said Zimmermann. "Blackphone provides users with everything they need to ensure privacy and control of their communications, along with all the other high-end smartphone features they have come to expect."
Blackphone may be seen at https://www.blackphone.ch and visitors may join a mailing list to be kept informed of updates as the launch date approaches. Blackphone will be available for pre-order beginning February 24, 2014, at Mobile World Congress, in Barcelona, Spain.
For more information or to contact Blackphone visit: https://www.blackphone.ch
About Geeksphone
Geeksphone is a young and dynamic Spanish Company headquartered in Madrid and specializing in the development, promotion and commercialization of "open source" mobile telephony solutions. Geeksphone pioneered the industry by becoming the first European brand to launch an Android(TM) smartphone in 2009, and launched the world's first Firefox OS(TM)-powered smartphone in 2013.
Geeksphone relies on an "open source" business philosophy, which enhances agility and participation in its decision-making. For more on Geeksphone, go to: http://www.geeksphone.com/
About Silent Circle
Silent Circle is a global encrypted communications service headquartered in Washington D.C. providing a revolutionary peer-to-peer platform for encrypted voice, video, text and file transfer on mobile devices via a secure, proprietary network, software and mobile apps. Silent Circle was co-founded by Mike Janke, former Navy SEAL and best-selling author and Phil Zimmermann, the world famous Silicon Valley creator of Internet encryption for voice and data and 2012 inductee into the Internet Hall of Fame, along with Jon Callas, co-founder of PGP Inc. and creator of Apple's Whole Disk Encryption. For more on Silent Circle, go to: https://www.silentcircle.com
Press contacts:
Coonic
Elvira MartÃn/Pedro Tortosa
geeksphone@coonic.com
Telf. +34 916 397 700/ 660690558
Welz & Weisel Communications (for Silent Circle)
Tom Resau
tom@w2comm.com
+1 703-877-8103
SOURCE Blackphone
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http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Blackphone
RoyalCactus(TM) Now Hits the Apple AppStore with Jelly Glutton
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 15, 2014 at 3:07:01 AM
RoyalCactus(TM) Now Hits the Apple AppStore with Jelly Glutton
Casual social game studio bringspopular Facebook match-3 puzzle to mobile platform
PARIS, January 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
RoyalCactus(TM)(http://www.royalcactus.com), a French producer of casual Facebook
games, has today announced the release of its first mobile game on iOS, Jelly Glutton.
Specifically designed for the iPhone and iPod Touch platforms, Jelly Glutton is already a
popular match-3 puzzle on Facebook (https://apps.facebook.com/jellyglutton).
Jelly Glutton is RoyalCactus' flagship game, counting a total of 15 million players
and 1 million daily active users; part of the company's portfolio of six successful
Facebook games. With launch of the mobile division, RoyalCactus players can continue to
enjoy the game on any iOS device, with Android platforms following a little later in the
year.
Francois Pacot, CEO and co-founder of RoyalCactus, said: "We are excited and proud to
release our first game on mobile. Over 60 percent of Facebook's users connectfrom their
smartphones, and delivering our games on mobile allows us to embark on the nextcritical
component of our growth strategy, with more releasesplanned for 2014."
To accelerate the move to mobile, Pacot has hired Erwan Maigret as Head Of Mobile.
Maigret is a seasoned engineer and entrepreneur with award-winning experience in both
entertainment and mobile over in California. "It is a great challenge to join such a fast
growing company with already proven products. Jelly Glutton for iOS hasalready notched
200k Downloads in under amonth. This is a natural move for me, using the best of my
experience and network from DreamWorks and Curious Hat."
Availability:
Jelly Glutton from RoyalCactus is immediately available as a FREE iPhone app on the
Apple App Store. To download, visit:
https://itunes.apple.com/app/jellyglutton/id700693070
Follow Jelly Glutton on Facebook/Twitter: http://www.facebook.com/jellyglutton or
http://www.twitter.com/JellyGlutton
About RoyalCactus:
RoyalCactus is the brainchild of Francois Pacot, a French engineer and entrepreneur.
Pacot founded the company in 2008 while studying Web marketing at UCLA. Since inception,
RoyalCactus' mission has been to create innovative games with social features. When making
the move to Facebook in March 2012 with StarPearl, the company reached more than 100,000
players within the first weeks.
RoyalCactus has cumulated more than 20 million registered players over the last 18
months, releasing a new game every three months to strengthen its positioning.
The company is an investee of XAnge Private Equity, a 375MEUR fund focused on France
and Germany.
Media Contact: pr@royalcactus.com
Press Kit: http://company.royalcactus.com/presskit/kit.zip
Follow RoyalCactus:
http://www.facebook.com/RoyalCactusGames
http://www.twitter.com/RoyalCactus
http://www.angel.co/royalcactus
http://www.linkedin.com/company/royalcactus
(c) 2014 RoyalCactus SAS. All rights reserved. Apple, iPhone are trademarks
of Apple. Other company and product names may be trademarks of their respective owners.
RoyalCactus
CONTACT: François Pacot +33 (0) 6 08 34 23 41
Casual social game studio bringspopular Facebook match-3 puzzle to mobile platform
PARIS, January 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
RoyalCactus(TM)(http://www.royalcactus.com), a French producer of casual Facebook
games, has today announced the release of its first mobile game on iOS, Jelly Glutton.
Specifically designed for the iPhone and iPod Touch platforms, Jelly Glutton is already a
popular match-3 puzzle on Facebook (https://apps.facebook.com/jellyglutton).
Jelly Glutton is RoyalCactus' flagship game, counting a total of 15 million players
and 1 million daily active users; part of the company's portfolio of six successful
Facebook games. With launch of the mobile division, RoyalCactus players can continue to
enjoy the game on any iOS device, with Android platforms following a little later in the
year.
Francois Pacot, CEO and co-founder of RoyalCactus, said: "We are excited and proud to
release our first game on mobile. Over 60 percent of Facebook's users connectfrom their
smartphones, and delivering our games on mobile allows us to embark on the nextcritical
component of our growth strategy, with more releasesplanned for 2014."
To accelerate the move to mobile, Pacot has hired Erwan Maigret as Head Of Mobile.
Maigret is a seasoned engineer and entrepreneur with award-winning experience in both
entertainment and mobile over in California. "It is a great challenge to join such a fast
growing company with already proven products. Jelly Glutton for iOS hasalready notched
200k Downloads in under amonth. This is a natural move for me, using the best of my
experience and network from DreamWorks and Curious Hat."
Availability:
Jelly Glutton from RoyalCactus is immediately available as a FREE iPhone app on the
Apple App Store. To download, visit:
https://itunes.apple.com/app/jellyglutton/id700693070
Follow Jelly Glutton on Facebook/Twitter: http://www.facebook.com/jellyglutton or
http://www.twitter.com/JellyGlutton
About RoyalCactus:
RoyalCactus is the brainchild of Francois Pacot, a French engineer and entrepreneur.
Pacot founded the company in 2008 while studying Web marketing at UCLA. Since inception,
RoyalCactus' mission has been to create innovative games with social features. When making
the move to Facebook in March 2012 with StarPearl, the company reached more than 100,000
players within the first weeks.
RoyalCactus has cumulated more than 20 million registered players over the last 18
months, releasing a new game every three months to strengthen its positioning.
The company is an investee of XAnge Private Equity, a 375MEUR fund focused on France
and Germany.
Media Contact: pr@royalcactus.com
Press Kit: http://company.royalcactus.com/presskit/kit.zip
Follow RoyalCactus:
http://www.facebook.com/RoyalCactusGames
http://www.twitter.com/RoyalCactus
http://www.angel.co/royalcactus
http://www.linkedin.com/company/royalcactus
(c) 2014 RoyalCactus SAS. All rights reserved. Apple, iPhone are trademarks
of Apple. Other company and product names may be trademarks of their respective owners.
RoyalCactus
CONTACT: François Pacot +33 (0) 6 08 34 23 41
Bureau Veritas Launches New Consumer Products Services Division Website
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 15, 2014 at 2:07:02 AM
Bureau Veritas Launches New Consumer Products Services Division Website
HONG KONG, January 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
~ The new and completely redesigned website offers visitors a richer insight
into the Company's supply chain support to many industries as well as some exciting new
service developments ~
Bureau Veritas has launched a new Consumer Products Services' Division corporate
website in English and Chinese. This follows a period of rapid growth in the breadth of
industries Bureau Veritas services, expansion in its service portfolio and changes in the
variety of organizations the company supports. The new websites demonstrate Bureau
Veritas' lead role in fast-moving market segments such as Wireless / Smart World,
Automotive and Renewable Energies while maintaining its leadership position in the retail
and consumer goods segments (Softlines, Hardlines, Toys & Juvenile Products, Food and
Health & Beauty Products).
(Logo:
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130627/622724 )
Notable on the new website is the level of support that Bureau Veritas offers to the
whole value chain ranging from chemical producer to component / raw material supplier to
factory, vendor and retailer / brand up to service providers, consultants and governments.
The services section highlights Bureau Veritas' many supply chain solutions such as
Supply Chain Quality & Risk Management, Market Access Support and Sustainability as well
as two innovative certification marks, the Quality Check Mark and the Footprint Progress
Mark, that help clients demonstrate eco-design improvement or progress, the first of its
kind in the market.
One of the key value-add sections of the previous website has been updated with a
comprehensive section of regulatory news, and industry and technical events. The bulletin
update service is also available as a complimentary email subscription service.
To visit the new websites and register for regulatory bulletin updates, please visit
http://www.bureauveritas.com/cps or http://www.bureauveritas.cn/cps.
About Bureau Veritas
Bureau Veritas is a global leader in testing, inspection and certification services.
Founded in 1828, the group has more than 60,000 employees in 1,330 offices and
laboratories located in 140 countries. Bureau Veritas helps its clients to improve their
performances by offering innovative services and solutions in order to ensure that their
products, infrastructure and processes meet standards and regulations in terms of quality,
health and safety, environment protection and social responsibility. Bureau Veritas is
listed on Euronext Paris and belongs to the Next 20 index (Compartment A, code ISIN FR
006174348, stock symbol: BVI) Website: http://www.bureauveritas.com
Bureau Veritas' Consumer Products Services division is a leading global quality
assurance provider for the global consumer product and retail markets. It offers an array
of specialized services including testing, inspections, audits and engineering services
for a wide range of consumer products. These products include hard goods; toys and
juvenile products; soft goods; premiums; electrical and electronic products including
wireless and mobile devices; automotive equipment; food products as well as health,
beauty, cosmetics, and household products. Website: http://www.bureauveritas.com/cps
Photo:
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130627/622724
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http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services
CONTACT: For enquiries, please contact: Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services: Asia / Greater China, Flora Wong, Email: flora.wong@hk.bureauveritas.com, (852) 2494 5869 ; Americas, Margaret Collopy, Email: Margaret.collopy@us.bureauveritas.com
HONG KONG, January 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
~ The new and completely redesigned website offers visitors a richer insight
into the Company's supply chain support to many industries as well as some exciting new
service developments ~
Bureau Veritas has launched a new Consumer Products Services' Division corporate
website in English and Chinese. This follows a period of rapid growth in the breadth of
industries Bureau Veritas services, expansion in its service portfolio and changes in the
variety of organizations the company supports. The new websites demonstrate Bureau
Veritas' lead role in fast-moving market segments such as Wireless / Smart World,
Automotive and Renewable Energies while maintaining its leadership position in the retail
and consumer goods segments (Softlines, Hardlines, Toys & Juvenile Products, Food and
Health & Beauty Products).
(Logo:
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130627/622724 )
Notable on the new website is the level of support that Bureau Veritas offers to the
whole value chain ranging from chemical producer to component / raw material supplier to
factory, vendor and retailer / brand up to service providers, consultants and governments.
The services section highlights Bureau Veritas' many supply chain solutions such as
Supply Chain Quality & Risk Management, Market Access Support and Sustainability as well
as two innovative certification marks, the Quality Check Mark and the Footprint Progress
Mark, that help clients demonstrate eco-design improvement or progress, the first of its
kind in the market.
One of the key value-add sections of the previous website has been updated with a
comprehensive section of regulatory news, and industry and technical events. The bulletin
update service is also available as a complimentary email subscription service.
To visit the new websites and register for regulatory bulletin updates, please visit
http://www.bureauveritas.com/cps or http://www.bureauveritas.cn/cps.
About Bureau Veritas
Bureau Veritas is a global leader in testing, inspection and certification services.
Founded in 1828, the group has more than 60,000 employees in 1,330 offices and
laboratories located in 140 countries. Bureau Veritas helps its clients to improve their
performances by offering innovative services and solutions in order to ensure that their
products, infrastructure and processes meet standards and regulations in terms of quality,
health and safety, environment protection and social responsibility. Bureau Veritas is
listed on Euronext Paris and belongs to the Next 20 index (Compartment A, code ISIN FR
006174348, stock symbol: BVI) Website: http://www.bureauveritas.com
Bureau Veritas' Consumer Products Services division is a leading global quality
assurance provider for the global consumer product and retail markets. It offers an array
of specialized services including testing, inspections, audits and engineering services
for a wide range of consumer products. These products include hard goods; toys and
juvenile products; soft goods; premiums; electrical and electronic products including
wireless and mobile devices; automotive equipment; food products as well as health,
beauty, cosmetics, and household products. Website: http://www.bureauveritas.com/cps
Photo:
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130627/622724
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130627/622724
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services
CONTACT: For enquiries, please contact: Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services: Asia / Greater China, Flora Wong, Email: flora.wong@hk.bureauveritas.com, (852) 2494 5869 ; Americas, Margaret Collopy, Email: Margaret.collopy@us.bureauveritas.com
KongZhong Partners with Soha Game to Launch Mobile Game "Hero and Goddess" to the Vietnam Game Market
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 15, 2014 at 12:14:01 AM
KongZhong Partners with Soha Game to Launch Mobile Game "Hero and Goddess" to the Vietnam Game Market
BEIJING, Jan. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- KongZhong Corporation (NASDAQ:KONG), a leading provider of digital entertainment services for consumers in the PRC, announced a strategic partnership with leading Vietnamese game publisher, Soha Game, to publish its self-developed mobile game "Hero and Goddess", taking a first step to expand into the burgeoning South East Asia mobile game market.
KONG self-developed "Hero and Goddess" is a strategy RPG mobile game set against a simulated Western mythology based game world. It's game play is based on combining the aspects of questing, romance, city building, role-playing and a unique concubine progression system that supports a hero's overall progression in the game. The game has hundreds of mythical heroes that players can customize and choose from. And the ancient gods and goddess like Athena, Zeus, Odin can become your patrons in the game.
According to 3(rd) party market research firms, the Southeast Asia game market -- which includes Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam -- is expected reach $1.2 billion in the next three years. Currently, the gaming market in Southeast Asia creates revenue of around $560 million and $240 million was generated from Vietnam market. The region boasts around 85 million gamers, and market research firms expect that number to grow to 132 million by 2017. Regarding smartphone game market, Vietnam is the second fast growing smartphone country around the world based on iOS and Android activations. In Vietnam, Soha Game estimates that they lead the market with over 53% of the total game market (PC and mobile).
Chinese developed games have proven to be successful in the Vietnam game market based on past commercial experience. The first overseas mobile game that Soha Game published in Vietnam was a Chinese mobile game Shenxiandao, which helped Soha Games achieve a record as one of the top grossing mobile games in the Vietnamese game market.
Soha Game is the top leading gaming portals in Vietnam, and is also the first choice for game developers all over the world who would like to enter the Vietnamese market. Soha Game dominates the Vietnamese Internet user base, which has 30 mn Internet users and 18 mn smartphone mobile phone users. Soha Game was the first to publish a smartphone online mobile game in Vietnam, and achieved the highest revenue in the Vietnamese gaming history.
As an important growth driver for KongZhong, the Company has established 10 mobile game development studios in Beijing, Shanghai, Xiamen, and Tianjin. KongZhong currently has a portfolio of 4 self-developed smartphone games, namely Pocket Fort, Heroes of the Three Kingdoms OL, Heroes and Goddess (aka Highlord), and Kooky Three Kingdoms, in commercial operation. In 2014, KongZhong's smartphone game strategy will continue to develop and publish 6 to 10 additional high-quality mobile games. In 2014, "Kooky Three Kingdoms" already achieved a strong start in China and the Company expects a similar reception as the game is introduced to the APAC markets in the coming months.
About KongZhong
KongZhong (NASDAQ:KONG), listed in Nasdaq in 2004, is one of the leading providers of digital entertainment services for consumers in the PRC. We operate three main business units, namely WVAS, mobile games and Internet games. Within Internet games, KONG has the exclusive publishing rights for World of Tanks, World of Warplanes, World of Warships, Guild Wars 2 and other titles in mainland China. Since the acquisition of our proprietary smartphone game engine platform in 2011, KONG has expanded our smartphone game development team across 4 cities in China currently developing over 10 smartphone games across various genres, including MMORPG, RTS, military, and fantasy.
SOURCE KongZhong Corporation
KongZhong Corporation
CONTACT: Jay Chang, KongZhong Corporation, +86-10-8857-6000, ir@kongzhong.com
Web Site: http://www.kongzhong.com
BEIJING, Jan. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- KongZhong Corporation (NASDAQ:KONG), a leading provider of digital entertainment services for consumers in the PRC, announced a strategic partnership with leading Vietnamese game publisher, Soha Game, to publish its self-developed mobile game "Hero and Goddess", taking a first step to expand into the burgeoning South East Asia mobile game market.
KONG self-developed "Hero and Goddess" is a strategy RPG mobile game set against a simulated Western mythology based game world. It's game play is based on combining the aspects of questing, romance, city building, role-playing and a unique concubine progression system that supports a hero's overall progression in the game. The game has hundreds of mythical heroes that players can customize and choose from. And the ancient gods and goddess like Athena, Zeus, Odin can become your patrons in the game.
According to 3(rd) party market research firms, the Southeast Asia game market -- which includes Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam -- is expected reach $1.2 billion in the next three years. Currently, the gaming market in Southeast Asia creates revenue of around $560 million and $240 million was generated from Vietnam market. The region boasts around 85 million gamers, and market research firms expect that number to grow to 132 million by 2017. Regarding smartphone game market, Vietnam is the second fast growing smartphone country around the world based on iOS and Android activations. In Vietnam, Soha Game estimates that they lead the market with over 53% of the total game market (PC and mobile).
Chinese developed games have proven to be successful in the Vietnam game market based on past commercial experience. The first overseas mobile game that Soha Game published in Vietnam was a Chinese mobile game Shenxiandao, which helped Soha Games achieve a record as one of the top grossing mobile games in the Vietnamese game market.
Soha Game is the top leading gaming portals in Vietnam, and is also the first choice for game developers all over the world who would like to enter the Vietnamese market. Soha Game dominates the Vietnamese Internet user base, which has 30 mn Internet users and 18 mn smartphone mobile phone users. Soha Game was the first to publish a smartphone online mobile game in Vietnam, and achieved the highest revenue in the Vietnamese gaming history.
As an important growth driver for KongZhong, the Company has established 10 mobile game development studios in Beijing, Shanghai, Xiamen, and Tianjin. KongZhong currently has a portfolio of 4 self-developed smartphone games, namely Pocket Fort, Heroes of the Three Kingdoms OL, Heroes and Goddess (aka Highlord), and Kooky Three Kingdoms, in commercial operation. In 2014, KongZhong's smartphone game strategy will continue to develop and publish 6 to 10 additional high-quality mobile games. In 2014, "Kooky Three Kingdoms" already achieved a strong start in China and the Company expects a similar reception as the game is introduced to the APAC markets in the coming months.
About KongZhong
KongZhong (NASDAQ:KONG), listed in Nasdaq in 2004, is one of the leading providers of digital entertainment services for consumers in the PRC. We operate three main business units, namely WVAS, mobile games and Internet games. Within Internet games, KONG has the exclusive publishing rights for World of Tanks, World of Warplanes, World of Warships, Guild Wars 2 and other titles in mainland China. Since the acquisition of our proprietary smartphone game engine platform in 2011, KONG has expanded our smartphone game development team across 4 cities in China currently developing over 10 smartphone games across various genres, including MMORPG, RTS, military, and fantasy.
SOURCE KongZhong Corporation
KongZhong Corporation
CONTACT: Jay Chang, KongZhong Corporation, +86-10-8857-6000, ir@kongzhong.com
Web Site: http://www.kongzhong.com
January 14, 2014
RS Components Attains Fully Franchised Global Distributor Status from Fairchild Semiconductor
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 14, 2014 at 10:35:01 PM
RS Components Attains Fully Franchised Global Distributor Status from Fairchild Semiconductor
Agreement provides customers globally with greater product choice and enhanced purchasing experience
HONG KONG, Jan. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
RS Components( http://www.rs-components.com ) (RS), the trading brand of Electrocomponents plc( http://www.electrocomponents.com ) (LSE:ECM), the world's leading high service distributor of electronics and maintenance products, has secured a franchised distribution deal with Fairchild Semiconductor, a leading global supplier of high performance power and mobile semiconductor solutions. The terms of the agreement license RS to represent Fairchild as a fully franchised distribution partner across all geographic markets worldwide.
(Logo: http://www.prnasia.com/sa/2011/05/04/20110504368830.jpg )
(Photo: http://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20140114/8521307337 )
An authorised distribution agreement between the two companies has been in operation for some time, and RS maintains a well-stocked inventory of almost 2,000 Fairchild products ready for same-day despatch to anywhere in the world. Among these are a wide selection of discrete semiconductors( http://hongkong02.rs-online.com/web/c/semiconductors/discrete-semiconductors/.rs ) and integrated circuits for power management, standard logic, interface, and LED lighting( http://hongkong02.rs-online.com/web/c/lighting/led-lamps ) applications. This agreement provides RS with the flexibility to further extend its Fairchild range, ensuring that customers have access to the latest cutting-edge products from the semiconductor( http://hongkong02.rs-online.com/web/c/semiconductors ) vendor as soon as they are launched.
"A stable supply chain that allows engineers ready-access to the latest Fairchild solutions is part of our overall strategy," said Colin Craig, Senior Director, European Sales, Application & Operations, Fairchild Semiconductor. "As such, Fairchild recognises RS as a reliable partner, capable of providing engineers a trusted source for their semiconductor needs. Fairchild customers also benefit from the added support RS provides, including free, easy-to-use design resources and tools on DesignSpark.com."
Jon Boxall, Global Head of Semiconductors, RS Components, said, "We receive constant feedback from engineers using our online design community that lack of time is the biggest challenge in the race to bring products to market. By developing closer relationships with top semiconductor suppliers like Fairchild, we are making it easier for customers everywhere to get hold of the components they need quickly, with immediate access to our free, time-saving tools and our vast library of parts, including 3D models."
Further information is available via these links:
@RSElectronics; @alliedelec; @designsparkRS
RS Components on Linkedin
http://www.linkedin.com/company/rs-components
RS Components on Weibo
http://e.weibo.com/u/3206377000?type=0
Relevant Links:
Electrocomponents plc
http://www.electrocomponents.com
RS Components
http://www.rs-components.com
DesignSpark
http://www.designspark.com
RS Components
Tan Soo Chun
Public Relations Manager - Asia Pacific
Email: soochun.tan@rs-components.com
Telephone: +65-6391-5745
Edelman Public Relations (Singapore)
Yvette Yeo
Manager
Email: yvette.yeo@edelman.com
Telephone: +65-6347-2355
About RS Components
RS Components and Allied Electronics are the trading brands of Electrocomponents plc, the world's leading high service distributor of electronics and maintenance products. With operations in 32 countries, we offer around 500,000 products through the internet, catalogues and at trade counters to over one million customers, shipping around 44,000 parcels a day. Our products, sourced from 2,500 leading suppliers, include electronics, automation and control, test and measurement, electrical and mechanical components.
Electrocomponents is listed on the London Stock Exchange and in the last financial year ended 31 March 2013 had revenues of GBP1.24bn.
For more information, please visit the website at http://www.rs-components.com.
SOURCE RS Components
RS Components
Agreement provides customers globally with greater product choice and enhanced purchasing experience
HONG KONG, Jan. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
RS Components( http://www.rs-components.com ) (RS), the trading brand of Electrocomponents plc( http://www.electrocomponents.com ) (LSE:ECM), the world's leading high service distributor of electronics and maintenance products, has secured a franchised distribution deal with Fairchild Semiconductor, a leading global supplier of high performance power and mobile semiconductor solutions. The terms of the agreement license RS to represent Fairchild as a fully franchised distribution partner across all geographic markets worldwide.
(Logo: http://www.prnasia.com/sa/2011/05/04/20110504368830.jpg )
(Photo: http://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20140114/8521307337 )
An authorised distribution agreement between the two companies has been in operation for some time, and RS maintains a well-stocked inventory of almost 2,000 Fairchild products ready for same-day despatch to anywhere in the world. Among these are a wide selection of discrete semiconductors( http://hongkong02.rs-online.com/web/c/semiconductors/discrete-semiconductors/.rs ) and integrated circuits for power management, standard logic, interface, and LED lighting( http://hongkong02.rs-online.com/web/c/lighting/led-lamps ) applications. This agreement provides RS with the flexibility to further extend its Fairchild range, ensuring that customers have access to the latest cutting-edge products from the semiconductor( http://hongkong02.rs-online.com/web/c/semiconductors ) vendor as soon as they are launched.
"A stable supply chain that allows engineers ready-access to the latest Fairchild solutions is part of our overall strategy," said Colin Craig, Senior Director, European Sales, Application & Operations, Fairchild Semiconductor. "As such, Fairchild recognises RS as a reliable partner, capable of providing engineers a trusted source for their semiconductor needs. Fairchild customers also benefit from the added support RS provides, including free, easy-to-use design resources and tools on DesignSpark.com."
Jon Boxall, Global Head of Semiconductors, RS Components, said, "We receive constant feedback from engineers using our online design community that lack of time is the biggest challenge in the race to bring products to market. By developing closer relationships with top semiconductor suppliers like Fairchild, we are making it easier for customers everywhere to get hold of the components they need quickly, with immediate access to our free, time-saving tools and our vast library of parts, including 3D models."
Further information is available via these links:
@RSElectronics; @alliedelec; @designsparkRS
RS Components on Linkedin
http://www.linkedin.com/company/rs-components
RS Components on Weibo
http://e.weibo.com/u/3206377000?type=0
Relevant Links:
Electrocomponents plc
http://www.electrocomponents.com
RS Components
http://www.rs-components.com
DesignSpark
http://www.designspark.com
RS Components
Tan Soo Chun
Public Relations Manager - Asia Pacific
Email: soochun.tan@rs-components.com
Telephone: +65-6391-5745
Edelman Public Relations (Singapore)
Yvette Yeo
Manager
Email: yvette.yeo@edelman.com
Telephone: +65-6347-2355
About RS Components
RS Components and Allied Electronics are the trading brands of Electrocomponents plc, the world's leading high service distributor of electronics and maintenance products. With operations in 32 countries, we offer around 500,000 products through the internet, catalogues and at trade counters to over one million customers, shipping around 44,000 parcels a day. Our products, sourced from 2,500 leading suppliers, include electronics, automation and control, test and measurement, electrical and mechanical components.
Electrocomponents is listed on the London Stock Exchange and in the last financial year ended 31 March 2013 had revenues of GBP1.24bn.
For more information, please visit the website at http://www.rs-components.com.
SOURCE RS Components
RS Components
RS Components Attains Fully Franchised Global Distributor Status from Fairchild Semiconductor
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 14, 2014 at 10:35:01 PM
RS Components Attains Fully Franchised Global Distributor Status from Fairchild Semiconductor
Agreement provides customers globally with greater product choice and enhanced purchasing experience
MANILA, Philippines, Jan. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
RS Components( http://www.rs-components.com ) (RS), the trading brand of Electrocomponents plc( http://www.electrocomponents.com ) (LSE:ECM), the world's leading high service distributor of electronics and maintenance products, has secured a franchised distribution deal with Fairchild Semiconductor, a leading global supplier of high performance power and mobile semiconductor solutions. The terms of the agreement license RS to represent Fairchild as a fully franchised distribution partner across all geographic markets worldwide.
(Logo: http://www.prnasia.com/sa/2011/05/04/20110504368830.jpg )
(Photo: http://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20140114/8521307337 )
An authorised distribution agreement between the two companies has been in operation for some time, and RS maintains a well-stocked inventory of almost 2,000 Fairchild products ready for same-day despatch to anywhere in the world. Among these are a wide selection of discrete semiconductors( http://philippines.rs-online.com/web/c/semiconductors/discrete-semiconductors ) and integrated circuits for power management, standard logic, interface, and LED lighting( http://philippines.rs-online.com/web/c/lighting/led-lamps ) applications. This agreement provides RS with the flexibility to further extend its Fairchild range, ensuring that customers have access to the latest cutting-edge products from the semiconductor( http://philippines.rs-online.com/web/c/semiconductors ) vendor as soon as they are launched.
"A stable supply chain that allows engineers ready-access to the latest Fairchild solutions is part of our overall strategy," said Colin Craig, Senior Director, European Sales, Application & Operations, Fairchild Semiconductor. "As such, Fairchild recognises RS as a reliable partner, capable of providing engineers a trusted source for their semiconductor needs. Fairchild customers also benefit from the added support RS provides, including free, easy-to-use design resources and tools on DesignSpark.com."
Jon Boxall, Global Head of Semiconductors, RS Components, said, "We receive constant feedback from engineers using our online design community that lack of time is the biggest challenge in the race to bring products to market. By developing closer relationships with top semiconductor suppliers like Fairchild, we are making it easier for customers everywhere to get hold of the components they need quickly, with immediate access to our free, time-saving tools and our vast library of parts, including 3D models."
Further information is available via these links:
@RSElectronics; @alliedelec; @designsparkRS
RS Components on Linkedin
http://www.linkedin.com/company/rs-components
RS Components on Weibo
http://e.weibo.com/u/3206377000?type=0
Relevant Links:
Electrocomponents plc
http://www.electrocomponents.com
RS Components
http://www.rs-components.com
DesignSpark
http://www.designspark.com
RS Components
Tan Soo Chun
Public Relations Manager - Asia Pacific
Email: soochun.tan@rs-components.com
Telephone: +65-6391-5745
Edelman Public Relations (Singapore)
Yvette Yeo
Manager
Email:
yvette.yeo@edelman.com
Telephone: +65-6347-2355
About RS Components
RS Components and Allied Electronics are the trading brands of Electrocomponents plc, the world's leading high service distributor of electronics and maintenance products. With operations in 32 countries, we offer around 500,000 products through the internet, catalogues and at trade counters to over one million customers, shipping around 44,000 parcels a day. Our products, sourced from 2,500 leading suppliers, include electronics, automation and control, test and measurement, electrical and mechanical components.
Electrocomponents is listed on the London Stock Exchange and in the last financial year ended 31 March 2013 had revenues of GBP1.24bn.
For more information, please visit the website at http://www.rs-components.com.
SOURCE RS Components
RS Components
Agreement provides customers globally with greater product choice and enhanced purchasing experience
MANILA, Philippines, Jan. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
RS Components( http://www.rs-components.com ) (RS), the trading brand of Electrocomponents plc( http://www.electrocomponents.com ) (LSE:ECM), the world's leading high service distributor of electronics and maintenance products, has secured a franchised distribution deal with Fairchild Semiconductor, a leading global supplier of high performance power and mobile semiconductor solutions. The terms of the agreement license RS to represent Fairchild as a fully franchised distribution partner across all geographic markets worldwide.
(Logo: http://www.prnasia.com/sa/2011/05/04/20110504368830.jpg )
(Photo: http://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20140114/8521307337 )
An authorised distribution agreement between the two companies has been in operation for some time, and RS maintains a well-stocked inventory of almost 2,000 Fairchild products ready for same-day despatch to anywhere in the world. Among these are a wide selection of discrete semiconductors( http://philippines.rs-online.com/web/c/semiconductors/discrete-semiconductors ) and integrated circuits for power management, standard logic, interface, and LED lighting( http://philippines.rs-online.com/web/c/lighting/led-lamps ) applications. This agreement provides RS with the flexibility to further extend its Fairchild range, ensuring that customers have access to the latest cutting-edge products from the semiconductor( http://philippines.rs-online.com/web/c/semiconductors ) vendor as soon as they are launched.
"A stable supply chain that allows engineers ready-access to the latest Fairchild solutions is part of our overall strategy," said Colin Craig, Senior Director, European Sales, Application & Operations, Fairchild Semiconductor. "As such, Fairchild recognises RS as a reliable partner, capable of providing engineers a trusted source for their semiconductor needs. Fairchild customers also benefit from the added support RS provides, including free, easy-to-use design resources and tools on DesignSpark.com."
Jon Boxall, Global Head of Semiconductors, RS Components, said, "We receive constant feedback from engineers using our online design community that lack of time is the biggest challenge in the race to bring products to market. By developing closer relationships with top semiconductor suppliers like Fairchild, we are making it easier for customers everywhere to get hold of the components they need quickly, with immediate access to our free, time-saving tools and our vast library of parts, including 3D models."
Further information is available via these links:
@RSElectronics; @alliedelec; @designsparkRS
RS Components on Linkedin
http://www.linkedin.com/company/rs-components
RS Components on Weibo
http://e.weibo.com/u/3206377000?type=0
Relevant Links:
Electrocomponents plc
http://www.electrocomponents.com
RS Components
http://www.rs-components.com
DesignSpark
http://www.designspark.com
RS Components
Tan Soo Chun
Public Relations Manager - Asia Pacific
Email: soochun.tan@rs-components.com
Telephone: +65-6391-5745
Edelman Public Relations (Singapore)
Yvette Yeo
Manager
Email:
yvette.yeo@edelman.com
Telephone: +65-6347-2355
About RS Components
RS Components and Allied Electronics are the trading brands of Electrocomponents plc, the world's leading high service distributor of electronics and maintenance products. With operations in 32 countries, we offer around 500,000 products through the internet, catalogues and at trade counters to over one million customers, shipping around 44,000 parcels a day. Our products, sourced from 2,500 leading suppliers, include electronics, automation and control, test and measurement, electrical and mechanical components.
Electrocomponents is listed on the London Stock Exchange and in the last financial year ended 31 March 2013 had revenues of GBP1.24bn.
For more information, please visit the website at http://www.rs-components.com.
SOURCE RS Components
RS Components
RS Components Attains Fully Franchised Global Distributor Status from Fairchild Semiconductor
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 14, 2014 at 10:35:01 PM
RS Components Attains Fully Franchised Global Distributor Status from Fairchild Semiconductor
Agreement provides customers globally with greater product choice and enhanced purchasing experience
BEIJING, Jan. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
RS Components( http://china.rs-online.com/web ) (RS), the trading brand of Electrocomponents plc( http://www.electrocomponents.com ) (LSE:ECM), the world's leading high service distributor of electronics and maintenance products, has secured a franchised distribution deal with Fairchild Semiconductor, a leading global supplier of high performance power and mobile semiconductor solutions. The terms of the agreement license RS to represent Fairchild as a fully franchised distribution partner across all geographic markets worldwide.
(Logo: http://www.prnasia.com/sa/2011/05/04/20110504368830.jpg )
(Photo: http://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20140114/8521307337 )
An authorised distribution agreement between the two companies has been in operation for some time, and RS maintains a well-stocked inventory of almost 2,000 Fairchild products ready for same-day despatch to anywhere in the world. Among these are a wide selection of discrete semiconductors( http://china.rs-online.com/web/c/semiconductors/discrete-semiconductors ) and integrated circuits for power management, standard logic, interface, and LED lighting( http://china.rs-online.com/web/c/lighting/led-lamps ) applications. This agreement provides RS with the flexibility to further extend its Fairchild range, ensuring that customers have access to the latest cutting-edge products from the semiconductor( http://china.rs-online.com/web/c/semiconductors ) vendor as soon as they are launched.
"A stable supply chain that allows engineers ready-access to the latest Fairchild solutions is part of our overall strategy," said Colin Craig, Senior Director, European Sales, Application & Operations, Fairchild Semiconductor. "As such, Fairchild recognises RS as a reliable partner, capable of providing engineers a trusted source for their semiconductor needs. Fairchild customers also benefit from the added support RS provides, including free, easy-to-use design resources and tools on DesignSpark.com."
Jon Boxall, Global Head of Semiconductors, RS Components, said, "We receive constant feedback from engineers using our online design community that lack of time is the biggest challenge in the race to bring products to market. By developing closer relationships with top semiconductor suppliers like Fairchild, we are making it easier for customers everywhere to get hold of the components they need quickly, with immediate access to our free, time-saving tools and our vast library of parts, including 3D models."
Further information is available via these links:
@RSElectronics; @alliedelec; @designsparkRS
RS Components on Linkedin
http://www.linkedin.com/company/rs-components
RS Components on Weibo
http://e.weibo.com/u/3206377000?type=0
Relevant Links:
Electrocomponents plc
http://www.electrocomponents.com
RS Components
http://www.rs-components.com
DesignSpark
http://www.designspark.com
RS Components
Tan Soo Chun
Public Relations Manager - Asia Pacific
Email: soochun.tan@rs-components.com
Telephone: +65-6391-5745
Edelman Public Relations (Singapore)
Yvette Yeo
Manager
Email:
yvette.yeo@edelman.com
Telephone: +65-6347-2355
About RS Components
RS Components and Allied Electronics are the trading brands of Electrocomponents plc, the world's leading high service distributor of electronics and maintenance products. With operations in 32 countries, we offer around 500,000 products through the internet, catalogues and at trade counters to over one million customers, shipping around 44,000 parcels a day. Our products, sourced from 2,500 leading suppliers, include electronics, automation and control, test and measurement, electrical and mechanical components.
Electrocomponents is listed on the London Stock Exchange and in the last financial year ended 31 March 2013 had revenues of GBP1.24bn.
For more information, please visit the website at http://china.rs-online.com/web .
SOURCE RS Components
RS Components
Agreement provides customers globally with greater product choice and enhanced purchasing experience
BEIJING, Jan. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
RS Components( http://china.rs-online.com/web ) (RS), the trading brand of Electrocomponents plc( http://www.electrocomponents.com ) (LSE:ECM), the world's leading high service distributor of electronics and maintenance products, has secured a franchised distribution deal with Fairchild Semiconductor, a leading global supplier of high performance power and mobile semiconductor solutions. The terms of the agreement license RS to represent Fairchild as a fully franchised distribution partner across all geographic markets worldwide.
(Logo: http://www.prnasia.com/sa/2011/05/04/20110504368830.jpg )
(Photo: http://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20140114/8521307337 )
An authorised distribution agreement between the two companies has been in operation for some time, and RS maintains a well-stocked inventory of almost 2,000 Fairchild products ready for same-day despatch to anywhere in the world. Among these are a wide selection of discrete semiconductors( http://china.rs-online.com/web/c/semiconductors/discrete-semiconductors ) and integrated circuits for power management, standard logic, interface, and LED lighting( http://china.rs-online.com/web/c/lighting/led-lamps ) applications. This agreement provides RS with the flexibility to further extend its Fairchild range, ensuring that customers have access to the latest cutting-edge products from the semiconductor( http://china.rs-online.com/web/c/semiconductors ) vendor as soon as they are launched.
"A stable supply chain that allows engineers ready-access to the latest Fairchild solutions is part of our overall strategy," said Colin Craig, Senior Director, European Sales, Application & Operations, Fairchild Semiconductor. "As such, Fairchild recognises RS as a reliable partner, capable of providing engineers a trusted source for their semiconductor needs. Fairchild customers also benefit from the added support RS provides, including free, easy-to-use design resources and tools on DesignSpark.com."
Jon Boxall, Global Head of Semiconductors, RS Components, said, "We receive constant feedback from engineers using our online design community that lack of time is the biggest challenge in the race to bring products to market. By developing closer relationships with top semiconductor suppliers like Fairchild, we are making it easier for customers everywhere to get hold of the components they need quickly, with immediate access to our free, time-saving tools and our vast library of parts, including 3D models."
Further information is available via these links:
@RSElectronics; @alliedelec; @designsparkRS
RS Components on Linkedin
http://www.linkedin.com/company/rs-components
RS Components on Weibo
http://e.weibo.com/u/3206377000?type=0
Relevant Links:
Electrocomponents plc
http://www.electrocomponents.com
RS Components
http://www.rs-components.com
DesignSpark
http://www.designspark.com
RS Components
Tan Soo Chun
Public Relations Manager - Asia Pacific
Email: soochun.tan@rs-components.com
Telephone: +65-6391-5745
Edelman Public Relations (Singapore)
Yvette Yeo
Manager
Email:
yvette.yeo@edelman.com
Telephone: +65-6347-2355
About RS Components
RS Components and Allied Electronics are the trading brands of Electrocomponents plc, the world's leading high service distributor of electronics and maintenance products. With operations in 32 countries, we offer around 500,000 products through the internet, catalogues and at trade counters to over one million customers, shipping around 44,000 parcels a day. Our products, sourced from 2,500 leading suppliers, include electronics, automation and control, test and measurement, electrical and mechanical components.
Electrocomponents is listed on the London Stock Exchange and in the last financial year ended 31 March 2013 had revenues of GBP1.24bn.
For more information, please visit the website at http://china.rs-online.com/web .
SOURCE RS Components
RS Components
MLBAM to Introduce New Video Game in 2014
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 14, 2014 at 9:42:01 PM
MLBAM to Introduce New Video Game in 2014
#RBI14
NEW YORK, Jan. 14, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- MLBAM today announces that R.B.I. Baseball 14, a video game brand not seen in nearly two decades, will return this spring. R.B.I. Baseball 14 is being developed by MLBAM for multi-platform distribution across current and next generation consoles and smartphones and tablets.
For the latest developments on R.B.I. Baseball 14, please visit rbigame.com and follow @RBIGame.
SOURCE MLBAM
MLBAM
CONTACT: Matthew Gould, 212-485-8959, cell 908-892-3143, matthew.gould@mlb.com
Web Site: http://www.rbigame.com
#RBI14
NEW YORK, Jan. 14, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- MLBAM today announces that R.B.I. Baseball 14, a video game brand not seen in nearly two decades, will return this spring. R.B.I. Baseball 14 is being developed by MLBAM for multi-platform distribution across current and next generation consoles and smartphones and tablets.
For the latest developments on R.B.I. Baseball 14, please visit rbigame.com and follow @RBIGame.
SOURCE MLBAM
MLBAM
CONTACT: Matthew Gould, 212-485-8959, cell 908-892-3143, matthew.gould@mlb.com
Web Site: http://www.rbigame.com
INSTEON Now Available in Saudi Arabia
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 14, 2014 at 7:42:01 PM
INSTEON Now Available in Saudi Arabia
INSTEON's First Distribution Partner in the Middle East, AELIA ArchiTech
IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 14, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- INSTEON, manufactures of the best-selling home automation and control technology, announced the availability of INSTEON products in Saudi Arabia through their new distribution partner, AELIA ArchiTech. Bringing their vast knowledge of the market and technical background, AELIA allows INSTEON to match the right solution to the right customer for a seamless experience.
"We were absolutely impressed with the tenacity with which AELIA has pursued home automaton. We are excited to have them representing our technology in Saudi Arabia, our first foray into the Middle East." Joe Dada, CEO, INSTEON
With a goal of improving public awareness about building infrastructure technology, AELIA ArchiTech is a leading organization fostering cooperation between architects, building planners and designers. Functioning as a liaison, AELIA maintains a necessary presence to mediate high-technology and timeless building techniques.
AELIA ArchiTech is distributing a large range of INSTEON products, some specifically designed for the Saudi Arabian home control market. For more information about INSTEON in Saudi Arabia, visit http://www.insteon.com/saudiarabia
With its simple installation and setup process and trustworthy communication, INSTEON has become the industry's premier remote control networking technology. Plug-in modules and in-wall switches make it possible to add wireless control to any appliance in a home or business without having to hire a contractor. By making every networked device talk to each other via radio frequencies and existing electrical wiring, INSTEON eliminates the need for custom wiring
About INSTEON®
Developed in Irvine, California, the award-winning INSTEON remote control product line has a growing list of devices, from lamp dimmers to thermostats and LED bulbs. INSTEON delivers the fastest, most reliable wireless device communication in the industry with its innovative dual-band and simulcast mesh technology. INSTEON products are available online at Smarthome.com, Amazon.com, Home Depot and select Best Buy stores throughout the US and Canada. For more information about INSTEON® technology and the new international product line, please visit http://www.insteon.com
SOURCE INSTEON
INSTEON
CONTACT: INSTEON, Isaac Sanz, 1-949-221-0037 x187, pr@insteon.com
Web Site: http://www.insteon.com
INSTEON's First Distribution Partner in the Middle East, AELIA ArchiTech
IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 14, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- INSTEON, manufactures of the best-selling home automation and control technology, announced the availability of INSTEON products in Saudi Arabia through their new distribution partner, AELIA ArchiTech. Bringing their vast knowledge of the market and technical background, AELIA allows INSTEON to match the right solution to the right customer for a seamless experience.
"We were absolutely impressed with the tenacity with which AELIA has pursued home automaton. We are excited to have them representing our technology in Saudi Arabia, our first foray into the Middle East." Joe Dada, CEO, INSTEON
With a goal of improving public awareness about building infrastructure technology, AELIA ArchiTech is a leading organization fostering cooperation between architects, building planners and designers. Functioning as a liaison, AELIA maintains a necessary presence to mediate high-technology and timeless building techniques.
AELIA ArchiTech is distributing a large range of INSTEON products, some specifically designed for the Saudi Arabian home control market. For more information about INSTEON in Saudi Arabia, visit http://www.insteon.com/saudiarabia
With its simple installation and setup process and trustworthy communication, INSTEON has become the industry's premier remote control networking technology. Plug-in modules and in-wall switches make it possible to add wireless control to any appliance in a home or business without having to hire a contractor. By making every networked device talk to each other via radio frequencies and existing electrical wiring, INSTEON eliminates the need for custom wiring
About INSTEON®
Developed in Irvine, California, the award-winning INSTEON remote control product line has a growing list of devices, from lamp dimmers to thermostats and LED bulbs. INSTEON delivers the fastest, most reliable wireless device communication in the industry with its innovative dual-band and simulcast mesh technology. INSTEON products are available online at Smarthome.com, Amazon.com, Home Depot and select Best Buy stores throughout the US and Canada. For more information about INSTEON® technology and the new international product line, please visit http://www.insteon.com
SOURCE INSTEON
INSTEON
CONTACT: INSTEON, Isaac Sanz, 1-949-221-0037 x187, pr@insteon.com
Web Site: http://www.insteon.com
Gigabit PoE Injector Hub That Ensures Maximum Power and Efficiency
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 14, 2014 at 1:42:01 PM
Gigabit PoE Injector Hub That Ensures Maximum Power and Efficiency
CHINO, Calif., Jan. 14, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Versa Technology, a last mile technology company, releases the compact HPOE-460, a Gigabit high power PoE injector hub. The HPOE-460 is a truly revolutionary 4-Port injector hub that allows network administrators to power devices in difficult locations. The unit complies with both the IEEE 802.3af and High Power IEEE 802.3at PoE standards.
The unit features individual ports that combine a maximum of 30 watts of power output and data over a CAT 5/5e/6 Ethernet cable. The High PoE 4 Port Injector Hub HPOE-460 was made to meet the requirements of high power network devices, such as wireless LAN access points with multiple channels, PTZ cameras, and a variety of network devices.
"The HPOE-460 is a truly convenient and compact unit that essentially combines four individual Power Over Ethernet injectors into a single unit," said Shaw Tien, vice president of Versa Technology. "The HPOE-460 is a sensible unit for network administrators to save space. It is preferred compared to having four individual injectors in a single location."
Each individual device has the ability to receive a maximum of 30 watts of input power with the IEEE 802.3at PoE pre-standard. This standard provides double the power compared to the 802.3af standard. IEEE 802.3at PoE provides even more efficiency for high power through the RJ-45 Port interface. Since the HPOE-460 is compliant with the IEEE 802.3at standard, it offers an even greater power capability than the 802.3af PoE standard.
Network administrators discover the HPOE-460 to be a dependable unit that provides power to Ethernet devices in locations that are difficult to reach. The unit frees devices, such as IP cameras, wireless access points and PoE IP phones to be installed simply.
Full press release available here: http://www.versatek.com/power-over-ethernet-technology-blog/?p
About Versa Technology
Versa Technology, located in Chino, California, is a leader in last mile technology. The company has offices in the United States, Korea and China. Versa Technology offers fiber and copper last mile solutions and distributes innovative networking equipment, such as Power over Ethernet equipment and VDSL2 and DSLAM units. Versa Technology also provides quality Ethernet extenders, PoE injectors and a variety of networking equipment. The company meets the evolving demands of technology by offering customers quality equipment that is cost effective.
SOURCE Versa Technology
Versa Technology
CONTACT: Becky Yeh, Versa Technology Inc., becky.yeh@versatek.com, 1-800-989-2797
Web Site: http://www.versatek.com
CHINO, Calif., Jan. 14, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Versa Technology, a last mile technology company, releases the compact HPOE-460, a Gigabit high power PoE injector hub. The HPOE-460 is a truly revolutionary 4-Port injector hub that allows network administrators to power devices in difficult locations. The unit complies with both the IEEE 802.3af and High Power IEEE 802.3at PoE standards.
The unit features individual ports that combine a maximum of 30 watts of power output and data over a CAT 5/5e/6 Ethernet cable. The High PoE 4 Port Injector Hub HPOE-460 was made to meet the requirements of high power network devices, such as wireless LAN access points with multiple channels, PTZ cameras, and a variety of network devices.
"The HPOE-460 is a truly convenient and compact unit that essentially combines four individual Power Over Ethernet injectors into a single unit," said Shaw Tien, vice president of Versa Technology. "The HPOE-460 is a sensible unit for network administrators to save space. It is preferred compared to having four individual injectors in a single location."
Each individual device has the ability to receive a maximum of 30 watts of input power with the IEEE 802.3at PoE pre-standard. This standard provides double the power compared to the 802.3af standard. IEEE 802.3at PoE provides even more efficiency for high power through the RJ-45 Port interface. Since the HPOE-460 is compliant with the IEEE 802.3at standard, it offers an even greater power capability than the 802.3af PoE standard.
Network administrators discover the HPOE-460 to be a dependable unit that provides power to Ethernet devices in locations that are difficult to reach. The unit frees devices, such as IP cameras, wireless access points and PoE IP phones to be installed simply.
Full press release available here: http://www.versatek.com/power-over-ethernet-technology-blog/?p
About Versa Technology
Versa Technology, located in Chino, California, is a leader in last mile technology. The company has offices in the United States, Korea and China. Versa Technology offers fiber and copper last mile solutions and distributes innovative networking equipment, such as Power over Ethernet equipment and VDSL2 and DSLAM units. Versa Technology also provides quality Ethernet extenders, PoE injectors and a variety of networking equipment. The company meets the evolving demands of technology by offering customers quality equipment that is cost effective.
SOURCE Versa Technology
Versa Technology
CONTACT: Becky Yeh, Versa Technology Inc., becky.yeh@versatek.com, 1-800-989-2797
Web Site: http://www.versatek.com
Open Source Storage Sells 50 Million Shares and Releases Niazi 1.618 Middleware System
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 14, 2014 at 11:07:01 AM
Open Source Storage Sells 50 Million Shares and Releases Niazi 1.618 Middleware System
OSS enters 2014 with funding and first middleware system able to mount open source software and commodity hardware to any data storage infrastructure
SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 14, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Open Source Storage (OSS), the visionaries and creators of enterprise data storage solutions, announced that the company has sold over 50 million securities to private investors and has released the Niazi 1.618 Middleware System. A milestone in OSS's re-launch, the new middleware system will allow OSS customers to expand proprietary data storage using lower-cost open source technology.
Founded in 2001 and re-launched in December of 2013, Open Source Storage reduces the typical costs of data ownership by 30 to 40 percent by replacing licensed software and proprietary hardware with open source software and open standard components.
Over the past 90 days, OSS has sold over 50 million shares to private investors at an undisclosed price. The funding will support product development and hiring as OSS re-enters the data storage market.
"The Niazi 1.618 Middleware System was crucial to our investors," said Eren Niazi, founder and CEO of OSS. "Given the dominance of proprietary storage systems, we needed to re-launch with technology that helps companies transition to open source without losing their investment in current datacenters. The new middleware system makes this uniquely possible."
Named in tribute to the "golden mean," the Niazi 1.618 Middleware System allows companies to mount open source software and open standard components (commodity hardware) to any existing infrastructure. The Niazi 1.168 is the first middleware that allows enterprises to expand storage with open source technology while continuing to use their current storage filing systems.
"The licensing fees on proprietary storage solutions become outrageous once companies scale," said Niazi. "OSS and the 1.618 Middleware provide the first real solution for companies that feel trapped between big data initiatives and big storage costs."
From 2001 to 2007, OSS provided storage solutions for Facebook, Shutterfly, NASA, KPMG, the U.S. Army, Lockheed Martin and many other organizations. Today, OSS continues to help enterprises reduce storage costs and improve datacenter performance with open source technology.
To learn more about the Niazi 1.618 Middleware System, visit http://www.opensourcestorage.com
About Open Source Storage
Open Source Storage is a pioneer in open source datacenter solutions. The company designs, installs and maintains enterprise datacenters built on open source software and components to reduce the total costs of data ownership. The company is dedicated to providing customers with outstanding service and cutting edge storage products that offer the highest performance, scalability and reliability. Founded in 2001 by Eren Niazi, a leader in the Open Source movement, Open Source Storage has served organizations ranging from dynamic startups to Fortune 500 companies and national government agencies.
SOURCE Open Source Storage
Open Source Storage
CONTACT: Sarah Hilmer, +1-317-340-5301, shilmer@sspr.com
Web Site: http://www.opensourcestorage.com
OSS enters 2014 with funding and first middleware system able to mount open source software and commodity hardware to any data storage infrastructure
SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 14, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Open Source Storage (OSS), the visionaries and creators of enterprise data storage solutions, announced that the company has sold over 50 million securities to private investors and has released the Niazi 1.618 Middleware System. A milestone in OSS's re-launch, the new middleware system will allow OSS customers to expand proprietary data storage using lower-cost open source technology.
Founded in 2001 and re-launched in December of 2013, Open Source Storage reduces the typical costs of data ownership by 30 to 40 percent by replacing licensed software and proprietary hardware with open source software and open standard components.
Over the past 90 days, OSS has sold over 50 million shares to private investors at an undisclosed price. The funding will support product development and hiring as OSS re-enters the data storage market.
"The Niazi 1.618 Middleware System was crucial to our investors," said Eren Niazi, founder and CEO of OSS. "Given the dominance of proprietary storage systems, we needed to re-launch with technology that helps companies transition to open source without losing their investment in current datacenters. The new middleware system makes this uniquely possible."
Named in tribute to the "golden mean," the Niazi 1.618 Middleware System allows companies to mount open source software and open standard components (commodity hardware) to any existing infrastructure. The Niazi 1.168 is the first middleware that allows enterprises to expand storage with open source technology while continuing to use their current storage filing systems.
"The licensing fees on proprietary storage solutions become outrageous once companies scale," said Niazi. "OSS and the 1.618 Middleware provide the first real solution for companies that feel trapped between big data initiatives and big storage costs."
From 2001 to 2007, OSS provided storage solutions for Facebook, Shutterfly, NASA, KPMG, the U.S. Army, Lockheed Martin and many other organizations. Today, OSS continues to help enterprises reduce storage costs and improve datacenter performance with open source technology.
To learn more about the Niazi 1.618 Middleware System, visit http://www.opensourcestorage.com
About Open Source Storage
Open Source Storage is a pioneer in open source datacenter solutions. The company designs, installs and maintains enterprise datacenters built on open source software and components to reduce the total costs of data ownership. The company is dedicated to providing customers with outstanding service and cutting edge storage products that offer the highest performance, scalability and reliability. Founded in 2001 by Eren Niazi, a leader in the Open Source movement, Open Source Storage has served organizations ranging from dynamic startups to Fortune 500 companies and national government agencies.
SOURCE Open Source Storage
Open Source Storage
CONTACT: Sarah Hilmer, +1-317-340-5301, shilmer@sspr.com
Web Site: http://www.opensourcestorage.com
News Bayou, the mobile app for hyperlocal news discovery in any location, is now available on iOS and Android.
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 14, 2014 at 10:14:01 AM
News Bayou, the mobile app for hyperlocal news discovery in any location, is now available on iOS and Android.
NEW YORK, Jan. 14, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Points Mentioned, the service that automatically maps community news articles, today released its mobile app for hyperlocal news discovery, News Bayou. Now available for download on iOS and Android, the app makes it easy for mobile readers to find community news about any location. News Bayou connects you to the 1.5 million articles in its geo-database, delivering a personalized news feed based on your location.
By collaborating with over a hundred community news publications, News Bayou has created a radical way to discover and access local news. It's all made possible with Points Mentioned, a geocoding plugin that automatically identifies locations in the text of news articles. An interactive map is then embedded on the story to help visualize its events and can be enlarged to reveal points linking to other articles about the area. With thousands of new points added daily, News Bayou can connect readers with over 5 million locations identified in community news articles across the country.
"We're reinventing how people discover and access local news by indexing and serving the news based on the user's current location," explains Matt Larson, director of business development for Points Mentioned. "For the first time, readers can use a single platform to discover local news and events for any location because we're aggregating them from such a wide range of community publications." News Bayou aims to personalize the news by directing you to stories about your community or any location that you care about. By default the app identifies stories about where you are, but the location bar allows you to search for local news anywhere in the country. The feed can be further customized to view the stories closest to your selected location, or those published most recently; by adjusting the "space-time" slider, you control how the stories are filtered to fit your preference.
Knowledge has increased exponentially over the last few years; the problem is how to obtain pertinent information that is needed for a particular area. Whether it is news blips, cultural events, or to learn about the area you're traveling through, News Bayou is a simple way to find valuable information about your surroundings.
You can download News Bayou on iOS, Android, or access the web app on your smartphone or desktop at http://www.NewsBayou.com
About Points Mentioned:
Points Mentioned is a media technology company that uses natural language processing to automatically geocode the news. Through an embedded widget that can be inserted into any news article, the software works to automatically identify the coordinates of any points mentioned. The information is used to create maps for individual stories, which can be expanded to regional maps with points from numerous articles. News Bayou uses these new connections to find hyperlocal news in any location and deliver a constant flow of stories about where you are, where you've been, and where you're going.
Media Contact:
Matthew Larson
315-294-5735
matt@pointsmentioned.com
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnvar/20140114/NY45272
Video with caption: "Points Mentioned is proud to introduce a new way to find the most hyperlocal news for any location. News Bayou is a local news discovery engine that delivers a constant feed of stories about places near your current location. Watch this video for a demo of how the app works!" Video available at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gN1QRA0_2LY
Image with caption: "News Bayou, the mobile app that connects you with local news happening around you, is now available for download on iOS and Android. Give it a try at NewsBayou.com to discover the most hyperlocal news in any location." Image available at: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140114/NY45272
SOURCE Points Mentioned
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140114/NY45272
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Video:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gN1QRA0_2LY
Points Mentioned
Web Site: http://www.NewsBayou.com
NEW YORK, Jan. 14, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Points Mentioned, the service that automatically maps community news articles, today released its mobile app for hyperlocal news discovery, News Bayou. Now available for download on iOS and Android, the app makes it easy for mobile readers to find community news about any location. News Bayou connects you to the 1.5 million articles in its geo-database, delivering a personalized news feed based on your location.
By collaborating with over a hundred community news publications, News Bayou has created a radical way to discover and access local news. It's all made possible with Points Mentioned, a geocoding plugin that automatically identifies locations in the text of news articles. An interactive map is then embedded on the story to help visualize its events and can be enlarged to reveal points linking to other articles about the area. With thousands of new points added daily, News Bayou can connect readers with over 5 million locations identified in community news articles across the country.
"We're reinventing how people discover and access local news by indexing and serving the news based on the user's current location," explains Matt Larson, director of business development for Points Mentioned. "For the first time, readers can use a single platform to discover local news and events for any location because we're aggregating them from such a wide range of community publications." News Bayou aims to personalize the news by directing you to stories about your community or any location that you care about. By default the app identifies stories about where you are, but the location bar allows you to search for local news anywhere in the country. The feed can be further customized to view the stories closest to your selected location, or those published most recently; by adjusting the "space-time" slider, you control how the stories are filtered to fit your preference.
Knowledge has increased exponentially over the last few years; the problem is how to obtain pertinent information that is needed for a particular area. Whether it is news blips, cultural events, or to learn about the area you're traveling through, News Bayou is a simple way to find valuable information about your surroundings.
You can download News Bayou on iOS, Android, or access the web app on your smartphone or desktop at http://www.NewsBayou.com
About Points Mentioned:
Points Mentioned is a media technology company that uses natural language processing to automatically geocode the news. Through an embedded widget that can be inserted into any news article, the software works to automatically identify the coordinates of any points mentioned. The information is used to create maps for individual stories, which can be expanded to regional maps with points from numerous articles. News Bayou uses these new connections to find hyperlocal news in any location and deliver a constant flow of stories about where you are, where you've been, and where you're going.
Media Contact:
Matthew Larson
315-294-5735
matt@pointsmentioned.com
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnvar/20140114/NY45272
Video with caption: "Points Mentioned is proud to introduce a new way to find the most hyperlocal news for any location. News Bayou is a local news discovery engine that delivers a constant feed of stories about places near your current location. Watch this video for a demo of how the app works!" Video available at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gN1QRA0_2LY
Image with caption: "News Bayou, the mobile app that connects you with local news happening around you, is now available for download on iOS and Android. Give it a try at NewsBayou.com to discover the most hyperlocal news in any location." Image available at: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140114/NY45272
SOURCE Points Mentioned
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140114/NY45272
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Video:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gN1QRA0_2LY
Points Mentioned
Web Site: http://www.NewsBayou.com
=?ISO-8859-1?Q?Synology=AE_Launches_Their_Latest_Scalable_H?= =?ISO-8859-1?Q?igh-Performance_RackStation,_the_RS814(RP)+?=
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 14, 2014 at 8:56:01 AM
Synology® Launches Their Latest Scalable High-Performance RackStation, the RS814(RP)+
Latest product offering optimized for business environment, with an emphasis on scalability in addition to Synology's award-winning feature set
BELLEVUE, Wash., Jan. 14, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Synology America Corp. is pleased to announce the release of its latest RackStation NAS with the RS814+, and RS814RP+ (Redundant Power). The RS814(RP)+ is a high-performance 4-bay 1U server, designed to scale up to 8-bays when using an RX410 expansion module.
The RS814(RP)+ is optimized for business environments. It provides the scalability growing companies need, with equivalent performance to Synology's award-winning DS1813+. The same quad-NIC configuration, fuels read operations at over 300MB/s and write speeds over 190MB/s.
Both units are optimized with 2GB of RAM - upgradable to 4GB - to make multi-tasking under heavy workloads effortless. For added redundancy, the RS814(RP)+ supports Synology High Availability to reduce network downtime, as well as LAG, and MPIO failover support.
Shipping with Synology's award-winning DiskStation Manager (DSM) 4.3, the RS814(RP)+ takes advantage of DSM's business-oriented features including:
-- VMware, Citrix, and Hyper-V support with vSphere® 5, and VAAI
integration
-- AD, Windows ACL, and LDAP integration - easily deploy Synology products
into your existing environment
-- VPN Server - for providing a secure way of connecting to your LAN from a
remote location
-- Cloud Station - keeps files, file types, and folders in sync across all
devices
"The RS814(RP)+ takes everything that is great about our award-winning DS1813+, and thoughtfully engineers it into a 1U rack configuration," said Thadd Weil, Public Relations Manager at Synology America Corp. "The RS814(RP)+ is already tremendous value. With DSM 5.0 rolling out later this year with its rich array of business-specific features, it will become even better."
For more information, please go to:
RS814+: http://www.synology.com/en-us/products/overview/RS814+
RS814RP+: http://www.synology.com/en-us/products/overview/RS814RS+
Availability:
Synology RS814+ will be shipping in America in the next couple of weeks
Synology RS814RP+ will be shipping in America in the next couple of weeks
MSRP:
RS814+ = $1,099.99
RS814RP+ = $1699.99
RX410 = $599.99
About Synology
Founded in April of 2000, Synology Inc. is a leader in next-generation Network Attached Storage (NAS) servers for the home and small to medium-sized business markets. Specializing in both hardware and software for network attached storage devices, Synology products are feature-rich, easy-to-use, energy-efficient, reliable and affordable. All Synology product investments are enhanced with product warranties, free software upgrades and 24/7 online support. Visit http://www.synology.com for more information
Synology has a global presence with regional offices in the US (Bellevue, Washington), and the UK (Milton Keynes, England), Germany (Düsseldorf), and Taiwan (Taipei).
Press Contact
Thadd Weil
Email
Synology America Corp.
Read more news from Synology.
SOURCE Synology America Corp.
Synology America Corp.
CONTACT: (425) 818-1587
Web Site: http://www.synology.com
Latest product offering optimized for business environment, with an emphasis on scalability in addition to Synology's award-winning feature set
BELLEVUE, Wash., Jan. 14, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Synology America Corp. is pleased to announce the release of its latest RackStation NAS with the RS814+, and RS814RP+ (Redundant Power). The RS814(RP)+ is a high-performance 4-bay 1U server, designed to scale up to 8-bays when using an RX410 expansion module.
The RS814(RP)+ is optimized for business environments. It provides the scalability growing companies need, with equivalent performance to Synology's award-winning DS1813+. The same quad-NIC configuration, fuels read operations at over 300MB/s and write speeds over 190MB/s.
Both units are optimized with 2GB of RAM - upgradable to 4GB - to make multi-tasking under heavy workloads effortless. For added redundancy, the RS814(RP)+ supports Synology High Availability to reduce network downtime, as well as LAG, and MPIO failover support.
Shipping with Synology's award-winning DiskStation Manager (DSM) 4.3, the RS814(RP)+ takes advantage of DSM's business-oriented features including:
-- VMware, Citrix, and Hyper-V support with vSphere® 5, and VAAI
integration
-- AD, Windows ACL, and LDAP integration - easily deploy Synology products
into your existing environment
-- VPN Server - for providing a secure way of connecting to your LAN from a
remote location
-- Cloud Station - keeps files, file types, and folders in sync across all
devices
"The RS814(RP)+ takes everything that is great about our award-winning DS1813+, and thoughtfully engineers it into a 1U rack configuration," said Thadd Weil, Public Relations Manager at Synology America Corp. "The RS814(RP)+ is already tremendous value. With DSM 5.0 rolling out later this year with its rich array of business-specific features, it will become even better."
For more information, please go to:
RS814+: http://www.synology.com/en-us/products/overview/RS814+
RS814RP+: http://www.synology.com/en-us/products/overview/RS814RS+
Availability:
Synology RS814+ will be shipping in America in the next couple of weeks
Synology RS814RP+ will be shipping in America in the next couple of weeks
MSRP:
RS814+ = $1,099.99
RS814RP+ = $1699.99
RX410 = $599.99
About Synology
Founded in April of 2000, Synology Inc. is a leader in next-generation Network Attached Storage (NAS) servers for the home and small to medium-sized business markets. Specializing in both hardware and software for network attached storage devices, Synology products are feature-rich, easy-to-use, energy-efficient, reliable and affordable. All Synology product investments are enhanced with product warranties, free software upgrades and 24/7 online support. Visit http://www.synology.com for more information
Synology has a global presence with regional offices in the US (Bellevue, Washington), and the UK (Milton Keynes, England), Germany (Düsseldorf), and Taiwan (Taipei).
Press Contact
Thadd Weil
Synology America Corp.
Read more news from Synology.
SOURCE Synology America Corp.
Synology America Corp.
CONTACT: (425) 818-1587
Web Site: http://www.synology.com
=?ISO-8859-1?Q?Compass_Datacenters_Awarded_LEED=AE_Gold_Certif?= =?ISO-8859-1?Q?ication_For_Data_Center_In_Suburban_Nashville?=
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on January 14, 2014 at 8:28:01 AM
Compass Datacenters Awarded LEED® Gold Certification For Data Center In Suburban Nashville
LEED Certification Recognizes the Energy Efficiency and Sustainability of Compass' Engineering and Construction Practices
DALLAS, Jan. 14, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Compass Datacenters has been awarded LEED Gold certification for its first data center facility in Franklin, Tennessee in suburban Nashville. The 21,000 square foot facility was completed in early 2013 and is the second Compass facility to earn LEED Gold certification. The certification was awarded by the U.S. Green Building Council and verified by the Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI). LEED is the nation's preeminent program for the design, construction and operation of high performance green buildings.
The Franklin facility was designed and built using Compass' unique architecture for data center design and engineering, which enables the company to build LEED Gold and Tier III-certified dedicated data centers in any location where a customer needs them. This data center facility, which is fully leased by an enterprise customer, was built using sustainable engineering and construction practices that eliminate waste and adhere to the USGBC's standards for materials use, water use, energy efficiency and other sustainability criteria. This facility also utilizes Compass' patent-pending energy efficient architecture to deliver a low Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) that ensures sustainable operations and low operating costs.
"This is Compass' second LEED Gold certification in the past few weeks, and we expect many more in the future as we continue to make USGBC certification a core element of our design philosophy," said Chris Crosby, CEO of Compass Datacenters. "LEED has tremendous value for data centers, producing IT facilities that are not only sustainable, but also more efficient, more cost effective, and more intelligently constructed. Many providers make fuzzy claims about their use of LEED specifications, but at Compass we strongly believe in the rigors of going through the formal certification process. Having the formal certification gives our customers the peace of mind and confidence that their facilities meet all of the USGBC's rigorous standards for LEED Gold."
About LEED
The U.S. Green Building Council's LEED green building certification system is the foremost program for the design, construction and operation of green buildings. Over 100,000 projects are currently participating in the LEED rating systems, comprising over 8 billion square feet of construction space in all 50 states and 114 countries. By using less energy, LEED-certified buildings save money for families, businesses and taxpayers; reduce greenhouse gas emissions; and contribute to a healthier environment for residents, workers and the larger community. USGBC was co-founded by current President and CEO Rick Fedrizzi, who spent 25 years as a Fortune 500 executive. Under his 15-year leadership, the organization has become the preeminent green building, membership, policy, standards, influential, education and research organization in the nation. For more information, visit http://www.usgbc.org.
About the U.S. Green Building Council
The Washington, D.C.-based U.S. Green Building Council is committed to a prosperous and sustainable future for our nation through cost-efficient and energy-saving green buildings. With a community comprising 80 local affiliates, more than 18,000 member companies and organizations, and more than 167,000 LEED Professional Credential holders, USGBC is the driving force of an industry that is projected to contribute $554 billion to the U.S. gross domestic product from 2009-2013. USGBC leads an unlikely diverse constituency of builders and environmentalists, corporations and nonprofit organizations, elected officials and concerned citizens, and teachers and students. Buildings in the United States are responsible for 39% of CO2 emissions, 40% of energy consumption, 13% water consumption and 15% of GDP per year, making green building a source of significant economic and environmental opportunity. Greater building efficiency can meet 85% of future U.S. demand for energy, and a national commitment to green building has the potential to generate 2.5 million American jobs.
About Compass Datacenters
Compass Datacenters builds natural disaster-resistant, Tier III-certified, LEED Gold, dedicated data centers where customers need them without forcing them to sacrifice features or performance. The innovative design of its facilities make it possible for Compass Datacenters to deliver state-of-the-art solutions that enhance control and simplify capacity planning for customers anywhere in the United States, serving the vast majority of companies that are not located in the few markets where geographically-constrained data center facilities are currently concentrated. For more information, visit http://www.compassdatacenters.com.
SOURCE Compass Datacenters
Compass Datacenters
CONTACT: Rich Miller, Compass Datacenters, Phone: 503-344-6541, Email: rmiller@compassdatacenters.com
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LEED Certification Recognizes the Energy Efficiency and Sustainability of Compass' Engineering and Construction Practices
DALLAS, Jan. 14, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Compass Datacenters has been awarded LEED Gold certification for its first data center facility in Franklin, Tennessee in suburban Nashville. The 21,000 square foot facility was completed in early 2013 and is the second Compass facility to earn LEED Gold certification. The certification was awarded by the U.S. Green Building Council and verified by the Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI). LEED is the nation's preeminent program for the design, construction and operation of high performance green buildings.
The Franklin facility was designed and built using Compass' unique architecture for data center design and engineering, which enables the company to build LEED Gold and Tier III-certified dedicated data centers in any location where a customer needs them. This data center facility, which is fully leased by an enterprise customer, was built using sustainable engineering and construction practices that eliminate waste and adhere to the USGBC's standards for materials use, water use, energy efficiency and other sustainability criteria. This facility also utilizes Compass' patent-pending energy efficient architecture to deliver a low Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) that ensures sustainable operations and low operating costs.
"This is Compass' second LEED Gold certification in the past few weeks, and we expect many more in the future as we continue to make USGBC certification a core element of our design philosophy," said Chris Crosby, CEO of Compass Datacenters. "LEED has tremendous value for data centers, producing IT facilities that are not only sustainable, but also more efficient, more cost effective, and more intelligently constructed. Many providers make fuzzy claims about their use of LEED specifications, but at Compass we strongly believe in the rigors of going through the formal certification process. Having the formal certification gives our customers the peace of mind and confidence that their facilities meet all of the USGBC's rigorous standards for LEED Gold."
About LEED
The U.S. Green Building Council's LEED green building certification system is the foremost program for the design, construction and operation of green buildings. Over 100,000 projects are currently participating in the LEED rating systems, comprising over 8 billion square feet of construction space in all 50 states and 114 countries. By using less energy, LEED-certified buildings save money for families, businesses and taxpayers; reduce greenhouse gas emissions; and contribute to a healthier environment for residents, workers and the larger community. USGBC was co-founded by current President and CEO Rick Fedrizzi, who spent 25 years as a Fortune 500 executive. Under his 15-year leadership, the organization has become the preeminent green building, membership, policy, standards, influential, education and research organization in the nation. For more information, visit http://www.usgbc.org.
About the U.S. Green Building Council
The Washington, D.C.-based U.S. Green Building Council is committed to a prosperous and sustainable future for our nation through cost-efficient and energy-saving green buildings. With a community comprising 80 local affiliates, more than 18,000 member companies and organizations, and more than 167,000 LEED Professional Credential holders, USGBC is the driving force of an industry that is projected to contribute $554 billion to the U.S. gross domestic product from 2009-2013. USGBC leads an unlikely diverse constituency of builders and environmentalists, corporations and nonprofit organizations, elected officials and concerned citizens, and teachers and students. Buildings in the United States are responsible for 39% of CO2 emissions, 40% of energy consumption, 13% water consumption and 15% of GDP per year, making green building a source of significant economic and environmental opportunity. Greater building efficiency can meet 85% of future U.S. demand for energy, and a national commitment to green building has the potential to generate 2.5 million American jobs.
About Compass Datacenters
Compass Datacenters builds natural disaster-resistant, Tier III-certified, LEED Gold, dedicated data centers where customers need them without forcing them to sacrifice features or performance. The innovative design of its facilities make it possible for Compass Datacenters to deliver state-of-the-art solutions that enhance control and simplify capacity planning for customers anywhere in the United States, serving the vast majority of companies that are not located in the few markets where geographically-constrained data center facilities are currently concentrated. For more information, visit http://www.compassdatacenters.com.
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CONTACT: Rich Miller, Compass Datacenters, Phone: 503-344-6541, Email: rmiller@compassdatacenters.com
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