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Data Center Ethernet Switch Market Posts Record Results, According to Crehan Research

10GbE Pricing Nears Key Threshold for Mainstream Data Center Adoption

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 3, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --According to the most recent Data Center Switch Report from Crehan Research, in 2Q13 the data center Ethernet switch market posted record revenue and shipment results. 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) price declines drove exceptionally strong growth in this segment, propelling the data center market's overall growth. As shown in the accompanying figure, 10GbE pricing within the fixed/top-of-rack switch segment - which accounts for a majority of overall data center switch shipments - is now almost at three times that of 1GbE. 

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"Offering ten times the bandwidth for only three times the price of 1GbE is a key threshold for 10GbE data center Ethernet switch adoption," said Seamus Crehan, president of Crehan Research. "This type of pricing should finally drive mainstream 10GbE data center switch adoption."

Last month Crehan reported that 10GbE adoption within servers also returned to strong growth in the second quarter of 2013, with shipments and revenues posting double-digit increases.

In line with a strong quarter for data center networking investment, Fibre Channel Switching also enjoyed a sequential increase, albeit much more modest than that of the data center Ethernet switch market. Cisco had a particularly strong quarter, with its recently introduced flagship MDS 9700 Director switch driving close to a 40% increase in its overall Fibre Channel switch revenues.

About Crehan Research Inc.
Crehan Research Inc. produces reports with very detailed statistics and information on the Data Center Switch and Server-class Adapter & LOM/Controller markets.  The company's reports are supported with rich insights and context to deliver increased value. For more information about Crehan Research Inc. email info@CrehanResearch.com, phone 650-273-8400, or visit http://www.CrehanResearch.com.

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WD® Expands Family Of Purpose-Built Network Attached Storage Hard Drives With World's First 2.5-Inch WD Red(TM)

New 2.5-inch up to 1 TB and 3.5-inch 4 TB NAS Hard Drives Expand WD's Power of Choice

IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 3, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- WD®, a Western Digital (NASDAQ: WDC) company and storage industry leader, today announced the expansion of its category-leading WD® Red(TM)( )line of SATA hard drives specifically designed for home and small office NAS (network attached storage) systems with one- to five-drive bays. WD Red hard drives are now available in a 2.5-inch form factor offering 1 TB and 750 GB capacities and a new 3.5-inch 4 TB capacity. Powered by NASware(TM) 2.0 technology, WD Red is compatibility-tested with top NAS system manufacturers and optimized for performance and reduced power consumption.

"WD defined the NAS drive category by leading the development of hard drives specifically built for small NAS environments," said Matt Rutledge, vice president of client storage for WD. "The WD Red product line serves the unique environment of NAS and meets the growing demand for affordable, reliable, and compatible storage. Through dialogue with our NAS partners and customer advocacy for WD Red, we saw the need for additional capacity in the 3.5-inch form factor and delivered our new 4 TB offering. We also wanted to deliver a highly reliable and compatible 2.5-inch hard drive built specifically for small NAS. This small form factor enables our customers to use high capacity NAS hard drives with high performance, quiet operation and low power consumption in compact NAS enclosures. We also see an opportunity in smaller-footprint NAS systems, media players and other industrial applications. Our pride in our product and our vision is shared with our customers."

Top industry analysts see NAS continuing to represent one of the fastest-growing segments of the worldwide SOHO storage systems market. From both revenue and terabyte perspectives, NAS will continue to experience strong growth through the forecast period (to 2015), driven by a major shift of storage deployments toward IP-connected systems (Worldwide Personal and Entry Level Storage Tracker IDC 2013).

The next generation of WD Red hard drives deliver the best NAS experience for customers with a new version of NASware(TM) 2.0, which further improves drive reliability and protects customer data in the event of a power loss or disruption. WD Red hard drives also feature 3D Active Balance Plus(TM), an enhanced balance control technology, which significantly improves overall drive performance and reliability. Exclusive for WD Red customers, WD offers free premium 24x7 dedicated phone support and a three-year limited warranty.

The addition of a new form factor and higher capacity WD Red hard drives further underscores WD's "Power of Choice" mission for client hard drive solutions. WD recognizes the diverse challenges of customers and their applications and strives to empower them with storage solutions tailored to best suit their specific needs.

Integrating with WD NAS solutions, WD Red hard drives are qualified to work with a wide array of WD OEM partners. A regularly updated list of WD Red-qualified products and manufacturers is available on the WD website at http://www.wdc.com/en/products/products.aspx?id=810.

Price and Availability
Shipping now through select distributors and resellers, WD Red hard drives are covered by a three-year limited warranty. MSRP for the new 2.5-inch WD Red 1 TB, model #: (WD10JFCX) is $99; the750 GB, model #: (WD750BFCX) is $79 and the 3.5-inch 4 TB, model #: (WD40EFRX) is $229 USD. Additional information about WD Red hard drives and limited warranty terms may be found on the company website at http://www.wd.com/en/products/products.aspx?id=810.

WD Red NAS Hard Drive Launch Partners

WD Branded Products 
"WD Branded Product customers now have the ability to harness the power of WD Red hard drives and utilize the many advantages of storage designed and tested uniquely for (SOHO NAS devices) WD products," said Scott Vouri, vice president, consumer marketing. "We look forward to delivering the advantages of the latest WD Red drives to our Branded Product customers."

I-O Data Device, Inc. 
"I-O Data has exclusively selected WD Red as our preferred storage partner because it has a 3 year warranty and the vibration level is half of previous NAS models," said Tomomi Tsuchida, Executive Officer General Manager of Business Strategy Dept., I-O Data. "And, cooler operation has been reduced by 6 degrees Celsius compare to previous NAS. WD Red is also eco-friendly drive and cut power consumption on our devices by up to 25 percent."

QNAP Systems, Inc. 
"Fueled by the continuing growth of the global NAS market, WD Red NAS hard drives have been delivering QNAP(®) one to five-bay NAS products a reliable solution for 24/7 operation for more than a year now," said Richard Lee, CEO of QNAP Systems, Inc. "With WD's new larger capacity 3.5-inch and small form factor 2.5-inch WD Red NAS hard drives, the next generation of storage optimized specifically for entry-level NAS is here."

Synology Inc.
"The WD Red drives are already popular among NAS owners. The Synology and WD Red duo is an ideal storage solution that offers unparalleled value in the NAS market.  The combination provides peace of mind with great reliability, cool operation, and consistent high quality, while taking advantage of the award-winning DiskStation Manager OS. Now with 4TB and 2.5" 1TB Reds, this will provide even more flexibility," said Vic Hsu, CEO of Synology Inc.

Thecus Tech., Corp.   
"As the new WD Red drives are ideal to work with Thecus's SMB NAS systems, this also ensures that our users will have a broader selection of trusted HDDs for their specific needs - which is exactly in line with our philosophy of customer satisfaction," says Florence Shih, general manager at Thecus® Technology Corp.

About WD
WD, a Western Digital company, is a long-time innovator and storage industry leader. As a storage technology pacesetter, the company produces reliable, high-performance hard disk drives and solid state drives. These drives are deployed by OEMs and integrators in desktop and mobile computers, enterprise computing systems, embedded systems and consumer electronics applications, as well as by the company in providing its own storage products. WD's leading storage devices and systems, networking products, media players and software solutions empower people around the world to easily save, store, protect, share and experience their content on multiple devices. WD was established in 1970 and is headquartered in Irvine, California. For more information, please visit the company's website at http://www.wd.com.

Western Digital Corp. (NASDAQ: WDC), Irvine, Calif., is a global provider of products and services that empower people to create, manage, experience and preserve digital content. Its companies design and manufacture storage devices, networking equipment and home entertainment products under the WD, HGST and G-Technology brands. Visit the Investor section of the company's website (http://www.westerndigital.com) to access a variety of financial and investor information.

This news release contains forward-looking statements, including statements relating to expected growth of the worldwide SOHO storage systems market, and growth in spending on NAS. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements, including changes in markets, competition, demand, global economic or political conditions and or other risks detailed from time-to-time in our Securities and Exchange Commission filings and reports, including, but not limited to, our most recent annual report on Form 10-K, to which your attention is directed. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak as of the date hereof, and WD undertakes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.

Western Digital, WD, the WD logo are registered trademarks of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. in the U.S. and other countries; WD Red and NASware are trademarks of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. in the U.S. and other countries. Other marks may be mentioned herein that belong to other companies. As used for storage capacity one gigabyte (GB) = 1 billion bytes, one terabyte (TB) = one trillion bytes. Total accessible capacity varies depending on operating environment. See support.wdc.com for limited warranty terms and conditions. 

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

New Toshiba Converter Chipset For The First Time Enables HDMI To Be Read Directly By An Application Processor While Boosting Video And System Performance

Chipset Enables Companies With Smartphone Reference Designs to Quickly Move To Other Application Areas Without Time-Consuming Processor Re-designs

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 3, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- UPLINQ -- Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc. (TAEC)*, a committed leader that collaborates with technology companies to create breakthrough designs, today announces the addition of a new device to its Camera Serial Interface Converter (CSI) chipset family, High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI(®)) to Mobile Industry Processor Interface (MIPI(®)). The TC358749XBG device for the first time enables an HDMI video stream to be recognized and read directly by an application processor in a mobile device. This streamlined, industry first approach not only improves video processing and system performance, it gives smartphone manufacturers a quick path to other application areas without having to perform time-consuming processor re-designs.

The TC358749XBG is a follow-on part to the TAEC TC358743XBG adding video de-interlacing, video scaling, video format conversion and MIPI SLIMbus(®) audio support.With its new LSI front end video processing, de-interlacing and scaling, the TC358749XBG significantly reduces the memory bandwidth and video processing requirements on the host processor.

The new device converts an HDMI video stream into a MIPI CSI-2 video stream which is a format recognized by application processors. An HDMI audio stream is also supported and can be transmitted over I(2)S, TDM, S/PDIF, or the MIPI SLIMbus. Any one of these four configurable audio interfaces with video up-down scaling and color space conversion offers additional options for the application processor to accept video in a suitable format to match the desired display panel output resolutions for many consumer electronics applications.

"Toshiba is the only company to offer a chipset that can convert an HDMI video stream, received by smart monitors, smart set-top boxes, smart TVs, etc., to a CSI-2 video interface able to be recognized by the host processor," says Deepak Prakash, senior director for the Logic LSI Business Unit, System LSI Group at TAEC. "The ability of the TC358749XBG to make the HDMI interface look like a camera interface extends the reach of the smartphone processor and opens up many opportunities for manufacturers to pursue."

The Toshiba TC358749XBG is an 80-pin device that comes in a small-size package size,              7.0 mm x 7.0 mm, with 0.65 mm ball pitch. The device is designed with clock and power management circuitry to support low-power states.

Pricing and Availability
Sample pricing for the TC358749XBG device is $5.00 (U.S.). Sample shipments are currently available with mass production scheduled for December, 2013.

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

Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc. is an independent operating company owned by Toshiba America, Inc., a subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation, Japan's largest semiconductor manufacturer and the world's fifth largest semiconductor manufacturer (Gartner, 2012 Worldwide Semiconductor Revenue, April, 2013). Toshiba Corporation was founded in 1875 and today has over 554 subsidiaries and affiliates, with 210,000 employees worldwide. Visit Toshiba's web site at http://www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm.

Information in this press release, including product pricing and specifications, content of services and contact information, is current and believed to be accurate on the date of the announcement, but is subject to change without prior notice. Technical and application information contained here is subject to the most recent applicable Toshiba product specifications. In developing designs, please ensure that Toshiba products are used within specified operating ranges as set forth in the most recent Toshiba product specifications and the information set forth in Toshiba's "Handling Guide for Semiconductor Devices," or "Toshiba Semiconductor Reliability Handbook." This information is available at http://www.toshiba.com/taec/support/techquestions/index.jspor from your TAEC representative.

All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

    AGENCY CONTACT:             COMPANY CONTACT:

    Nancy Sheffield             Deborah Chalmers

    Acclaim Communications      Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc.

    Tel.: (408) 410-9928        Tel.: (408) 526-2454

    nsheffield@acclaimcomms.com deborah.chalmers@taec.toshiba.com
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Rummel Matratzen Quickly Creates iPad App with Magic Application Platform to Boost Efficiency of its Sales Team

OR YEHUDA, Israel, September 3, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    Magic Software Enterprises Ltd. [http://www.magicsoftware.com/?utm_source=pr ]
(NASDAQ: MGIC [http://www.nasdaq.com/symbol/mgic ]), a global provider of software
platforms [http://www.magicsoftware.com/products?utm_source=pr ] for enterprise mobility
[http://www.magicsoftware.com/enterprise-mobility?utm_source=pr ], cloud applications
[http://www.magicsoftware.com/cloud-enabled-application-platform?utm_source=pr ], and
business integration
[http://www.magicsoftware.com/magic-xpi-integration-platform?utm_source=pr ], announced
today that Rummel Matratzen has used the Magic xpa Application Platform to create and
deploy an iPad app for its sales team. The iPad app increases efficiency of the sales team
by providing a single point of access to information the sales team needs to efficiently
manage customer meetings.

    A sales person can open Rummel Matratzen's iPad app and have all information,
including customer and payment history, order status, sales documentation and return
status, available in real-time at the touch of a button. The application is
bi-directional, so that sales can also upload contracts and pictures, document returns,
and make notes of customer feedback and ideas while on the road.

    "It was important for us to reduce the number of programs, media and techniques our
sales people needed to access and search in order to conduct customer meetings wherever
and whenever necessary. This new iPad app enables our sales team to concentrate on the
customer relationship rather than finding information," said Helmut Haag, Head of IT at
Rummel Matratzen. "We were already using Magic for our internal sales portal desktop app,
thus we were able to create the iPad app with just 20% of the effort required for the
previous deployment."

    "There is no escaping the need for enterprise mobility. A growing number of customers,
like Rummel Matratzen, are leveraging their existing Magic application platform to easily
create mobile enterprise applications. Magic xpa enables users to create mobile
applications for all leading mobile operating systems (iOS, Android, BlackBerry, Windows
Mobile) and devices (smartphones and tablets) with a single development effort. In
addition to Magic's application platform and their existing resources, all Rummel
Matratzen needed to deploy the native iPad app was an Apple computer and an iOS developer
account," said, Stephan Romeder, General Manager for Magic Software Germany, Austria and
Switzerland.

    About Rummel Matratzen

    Rummel Matratzen has been leading supplier of high-quality environmentally-friendly
mattresses and slat bases for 60 years. Rummel Matratzen employs a combination of modern
equipment, custom hand-crafted processes and innovative materials to help its customers
enjoy the most restful and comfortable sleep possible. The company continuously advances
its products by adopting new ideas and innovative materials that assure restorative sleep.
All Rummel Matratzen sleep products are made in Germany and all inputs are tested to
ensure that they are free of harmful substances. The company works with suppliers that are
similarly committed to environmentally friendly, sustainable production.

    For more information, visit http://www.rummel-matratzen.de

    About Magic Software Enterprises

    Magic Software Enterprises
[http://www.magicsoftware.com/investor-relations?utm_source=pr ] (NASDAQ: MGIC
[http://www.magicsoftware.com/investor-relations?utm_source=pr ]) empowers customers and
partners around the globe with smarter technology that provides a multichannel user
experience of enterprise logic and data.

    For more information, visit http://www.magicsoftware.com
[http://www.magicsoftware.com/?utm_source=pr ].

    Except for any historical information contained herein, matters discussed in this
press release might include forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and
uncertainties. Regarding any financial statements, actual results might vary significantly
based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, risks in product and
technology development, market acceptance of new products and continuing product
conditions, both locally and abroad, release and sales of new products by strategic
resellers and customers, and other risk factors detailed in Magic's most recent annual
report and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

    Magic has made every effort to ensure that the information contained in this press
release is accurate; however, there are no representations or warranties regarding this
information, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
Magic assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions that may occur in this press
release.

    Magic is a registered trademark of Magic Software Enterprises Ltd. All other product
and company names mentioned herein are for identification purposes only and are the
property of, and might be trademarks of, their respective owners.

       
        Press Contact:
        Tania Amar | VP Global Marketing
        Magic Software Enterprises
        tania@magicsoftware.com

Magic Software Enterprises Ltd

Chemring Technology Solutions Launches Lightweight Electronic Warfare Manpack System

ROMSEY, England, September 3, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    Chemring Technology Solutions (CTS) has expanded its award-winning RESOLVE Electronic
Warfare (EW) range with a lightweight version of the RESOLVE manpack, EW system designed
specifically for on-the-march missions.

    Weighing just ten kilograms (22 pounds), The RESOLVE lightweight manpack system fits
into a standard daysack, delivering dismounted soldiers more flexible EW capabilities to
exploit multiple communications systems.

    Despite a significant reduction in size and weight, RESOLVE's domain leading EW
capabilities have not been compromised, as it delivers immediate threat warning,
electronic overwatch and single sensor location for up to eight hours from a single
battery. The simple interface provides instant access to key functions to deliver
immediate support in a variety of operational environments, including close-quarter,
long-range patrol or stand-off missions. The lightweight system can still be networked to
other static or mobile systems.

    Gavin O'Connell, Business Sector Manager at CTS, said: "Our original development of
RESOLVE was a real step change, as no other EW system provides such a high level of
direction-finding capability for dismounted missions. The RESOLVE lightweight manpack
system builds on this by meeting our customers' increasing demand for smaller, portable
solutions that reduce soldier burden and provide more effective support for on-the-march
EW operations."

    Optimised for 'on the march' capabilities, the RESOLVE lightweight manpack system
offers an exciting alternative EW system to the standard RESOLVE manpack, which provides
advanced signals analysis and enables multiple mission profiles.

    The new RESOLVE lightweight manpack system will be launched at DSEI on the Chemring
Stand (S2-230).

    About Chemring Technology Solutions

    Chemring Technology Solutions, based in Hampshire and Dorset, is the principal
electronics research and development centre of Chemring Group. Formed from Roke Manor
Research Ltd and Chemring EOD Ltd, CTS has the heritage of being one of the UK's leading
suppliers of innovative solutions and contract R&D, pioneering developments in counter
IED, electronic sensors, networks and communications technology. It employs more than 450
staff and has over 430 patents to its name. http://www.chemringts.com

Chemring Technology Solutions

CONTACT: For further information please contact: Russell Hardy, Roke, +44(0)1794-833000, russell.hardy@roke.co.uk

FPC Awarded new Smartphone DW From Existing Prominent Asian OEM Customer for Launch With Leading US Operator

Fingerprint Cards' swipe sensor technology has been awarded yet another Design Win (DW) from an existing, well-renowned Asian OEM customer for an additional smartphone scheduled to be launched by a top US operator during the first quarter of 2014.

GOTHENBURG, Sweden, Sept. 3, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

Fingerprint Cards (FPC) has earlier announced multiple mobile and tablet DWs in Japan, China and Korea, with the first phones in Japan and Korea recently launched to the market. FPC is now proud to announce another major follow-up DW from one of its most distinguished customers for launch with a major US operator. Due to the prevailing competitive situation, the mobile phone manufacturer and the operator want to remain anonymous until further notice.

Johan Carlstrom, CEO of FPC comments: "This design win is another milestone for our company. The first two market launches of our swipe sensor technology have been for operators in Japan and Korea. This latest DW is for a smartphone being launched by a top US operator, and we are proud that this important and innovative feature is being requested by a leading player in one of the world's principal markets. The latest DW is a result of the strong market recognition we are receiving for our world-class product quality and dedicated customer support. Due to its world-leading capacitive fingerprint technology, image quality and lower power consumption, FPC has now further strengthened its world-leading position in fingerprint sensors for mobile phones and tablets. We expect to secure additional multiple DWs with both new and existing customers during the remainder of 2013 and beyond.

*FPC definition of Design Win (DW): The decision by a device vendor (OEM or ODM) to start development of one or several commercial product(s) incorporating FPC's technology into such new product(s).

About Fingerprint Cards AB (publ)

Fingerprint Cards AB (FPC) markets, develops and produces biometric components and technologies that through the analysis and matching of an individual's unique fingerprint verify the person's identity. The technology consists of biometric sensors, processors, algorithms and modules that can be used separately or in combination with each other. The competitive advantages offered by the FPC's technology include unique image quality, extreme robustness, low power consumption and complete biometric systems. With these advantages and the ability to achieve extremely low manufacturing costs, the technology can be implemented in volume products such as smart cards and mobile phones, where extremely rigorous demands are placed on such characteristics. The company's technology can also be used in IT and Internet security, access control, etc.

Fingerprint Cards AB (publ) discloses this information pursuant to the Swedish Securities Market Act (2007:528) and the Swedish Financial Instruments Trading Act (1991:980). The information was issued for publication on September 02, at 16.45 p.m.

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For more information contact:

Johan Carlstrom, CEO Fingerprint Cards AB (publ), +46(0)31-60-78-20, investrel@fingerprints.com

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FPC Awarded new Smartphone DW From Existing Prominent Asian OEM Customer for Launch With Leading US Operator

GOTHENBURG, Sweden, Sept. 3, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Fingerprint Cards' swipe sensor technology has been awarded yet another Design Win (DW) from an existing, well-renowned Asian OEM customer for an additional smartphone scheduled to be launched by a top US operator during the first quarter of 2014.

Fingerprint Cards (FPC) has earlier announced multiple mobile and tablet DWs in Japan, China and Korea, with the first phones in Japan and Korea recently launched to the market. FPC is now proud to announce another major follow-up DW from one of its most distinguished customers for launch with a major US operator. Due to the prevailing competitive situation, the mobile phone manufacturer and the operator want to remain anonymous until further notice.

Johan Carlstrom, CEO of FPC comments: "This design win is another milestone for our company. The first two market launches of our swipe sensor technology have been for operators in Japan and Korea. This latest DW is for a smartphone being launched by a top US operator, and we are proud that this important and innovative feature is being requested by a leading player in one of the world's principal markets. The latest DW is a result of the strong market recognition we are receiving for our world-class product quality and dedicated customer support. Due to its world-leading capacitive fingerprint technology, image quality and lower power consumption, FPC has now further strengthened its world-leading position in fingerprint sensors for mobile phones and tablets. We expect to secure additional multiple DWs with both new and existing customers during the remainder of 2013 and beyond.

*FPC definition of Design Win (DW): The decision by a device vendor (OEM or ODM) to start development of one or several commercial product(s) incorporating FPC's technology into such new product(s).

About Fingerprint Cards AB (publ)

Fingerprint Cards AB (FPC) markets, develops and produces biometric components and technologies that through the analysis and matching of an individual's unique fingerprint verify the person's identity. The technology consists of biometric sensors, processors, algorithms and modules that can be used separately or in combination with each other. The competitive advantages offered by the FPC's technology include unique image quality, extreme robustness, low power consumption and complete biometric systems. With these advantages and the ability to achieve extremely low manufacturing costs, the technology can be implemented in volume products such as smart cards and mobile phones, where extremely rigorous demands are placed on such characteristics. The company's technology can also be used in IT and Internet security, access control, etc.

Fingerprint Cards AB (publ) discloses this information pursuant to the Swedish Securities Market Act (2007:528) and the Swedish Financial Instruments Trading Act (1991:980). The information was issued for publication on September 02, at 16.45 p.m.

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For more information contact:

Johan Carlstrom, CEO Fingerprint Cards AB (publ), +46(0)31-60-78-20, investrel@fingerprints.com

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Stop & Search App Official Launch

LONDON, September 2, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    The phone app that tracks police stop-and-search incidents is set to launch 2-9-2013

    The Stop & Search App is aimed at bringing more fairness and transparency to the Stop
and Search procedure carried out by UK Police. It allows the public to stay up to date
with what their rights are when they are Stopped and Searched and also allows them to hold
the Police accountable for how Stop and Search is being used.

    The free App was created by Aaron Sonson, Satwant Singh and Gregory Packowski as part
of the Apps for Good course, which was run at the High Trees Development Trust in Tulse
Hill, South London. The course was all about empowering young people to bring a positive
social impact to their communities through the use of mobile technology.

    The "Upload Your Experience" feature in the app allows the user to provide feedback
regarding how they feel they were treated when they were Stopped and Searched. This
feedback is then uploaded with the ID number of the officer who carried out the Stop &
Search and the location in which the encounter took place.

    Aaron Sonson, Co-founder of the app says "the public's uploaded experiences will
provide a detailed picture of how Stop and Search is being used in the UK, providing a way
for us to monitor and improve how the procedure is being carried out." For example, if a
certain officer's badge number keeps coming up with negative experiences from the public,
we will highlight this and seek answers as to why this is happening with the relevant
authority." The uploaded experiences of the public will also be displayed on the Stop &
Search App website, further increasing the level of transparency of the controversial
procedure.

    The creators of the app have found their idea welcomed and supported at various talks
and presentations that they have given at different community events and Secondary Schools
in the London area. The Metropolitan Police were also keen to support the idea and offered
to fund the development of the app; however, the offer was declined by the apps creators
as they say they want to remain independent of the Police.

    The prototype version of the app was released in May 2012 and has already received
over 3000 downloads on Blackberry phones. The official launch of the app will see it made
available to download on iPhone, Android and Blackberry phones.

    The apps creators received a Liberty Human Rights "Close To Home" Award
[http://www.liberty-human-rights.org.uk/media/press/2012/liberty-honours-inspirational-human-rights-leaders-in-an.php ]
at the end of September 2012 and have been featured on
national news streams such as The ITV Evening News
[http://www.itv.com/news/london/update/2013-04-22/app-tracks-stop-and-search-incidents ]
and the Guardian Newspaper
[http://www.theguardian.com/technology/shortcuts/2012/apr/29/phone-app-police-stop-search ]
.

    To get the app go to the Stop & Search app website http://www.stopandsearch.org
where you can find the links to download the app on Android, Blackberry and iPhone.

    Follow on Twitter @stopnsearchapp [https://twitter.com/STOPnSEARCHapp ]
Like the Facebook page [https://www.facebook.com/pages/Stop-Search-App/273871572643398 ]
Send emails to stopandsearchapp@gmail.com to get more information.

Stop & Search UK

CONTACT: Aaron Sonson +44(0)7771-970-498

Bitcoin Blockchain Duopoly

HONG KONG, September 2, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    - Two Major Gaming Players Split the World's Bitcoin Transaction Pie

    BetCoin (TM) Bitcoin Entertainment Network has broken into the tumultuous, Wild West
market of online bitcoin gaming with its newest game, BetCoin (TM) Dice
[http://www.betcoindice.tm ]. Although it wasn't the first to enter the market, BetCoin
(TM) Dice capitalized on the technical expertise of its team, as well as on the
significant financial resources of the investors, to rapidly and dramatically cannibalize
a great amount of the market share traditionally associated with the incumbent Satoshi
Dice. In this new world of crypto currencies, BetCoin(TM) Dice proves new heavy-weight
players will ferociously trounce their first-generation bitcoin brethren. By simply
visiting http://www.blockchain.info, and observing the list of the recent transactions for
a minute or so, it becomes immediately apparent that the BetCoin (TM) Dice is moving to
dominate the bitcoin gaming industry, having processed almost half a million transactions
in the first ten days, and with the amount of winnings paid out to players exceeding 3.5
million dollars (25,000BTC) in the same period.

    Experience the ultimate in bitcoin gaming with BetCoin (TM) Dice, offering users the
highest tax free payouts in the world. BetCoin (TM) Dice offers completely tax free
mind-blowing payouts of over 30,000 BTC ($3.5 million USD). Even a bet of just $15 can win
$1 million, instantly paid to you with negligible transaction fee and no tax! There's no
need to have an account; enjoy and transfer your winnings anywhere on the globe in total
anonymity.

    BetCoin (TM) Dice brings you the prime bitcoin gaming experience with no sacrifice to
simplicity or quality. Simply deposit bitcoin into the betting address, and instantly see
your winnings. BetCoin Dice(TM) is designed to be provably fair, which is achieved by
allowing players to ensure that their input and a secret random number that they can
verify after the game have determined the gambling round outcome. Chances that the
software is rigged are completely eliminated. With monthly public prize draws and new
games being added regularly, BetCoin (TM) Dice is your personal high-roller Vegas casino,
and as long as you've saved the betting addresses, you can play from anywhere, anytime,
even if the site is not available.

    BetCoin (TM) Dice focuses on bringing you the most exciting and highest paying online
dice game in the world, with a luxurious feeling as well as gratifyingly smooth
functionality. Betting odds range from 97.6535% to 0.0015%, with bets as small as 0.01 BTC
($1.40 USD) winning an astounding 9.99 BTC ($1,400 USD) in one instant, tax free payout.
With a live feed and access to leaderboards, competitive betting adds a new element of fun
to playing! See why tens of tens of thousands of bets are being placed each day. Gamblers
around the world are enjoying the most transparent, anonymous, and efficient online dice
game available.

    The most important part of your gaming is your privacy and security. BetCoin (TM) Dice
head developer said that he "wanted to make sure of a couple of things: One is that your
transactions are totally secure and no one will ever be able to steal your bitcoin. The
other is that all of the games are provably fair." He went on to say that he "thinks that
the coolest part about the site is that while you're betting you can watch the live feed
at what other people are doing. I wanted to make sure that the transactions were showing
up fast because I enjoy this idea of competitively betting." With throngs of new players
discovering the amazing opportunities BetCoin (TM) Bitcoin Entertainment Network (TM) has
to offer - BetCoin (TM) Dice continues to increasingly dominate the blockchain feed.

    BetCoin (TM) Bitcoin Entertainment Network aims to reinvent bitcoin gaming, making it
simple, fun, and secure enough for anyone with bitcoin to enjoy. With barrage of new and
exciting projects such as BetCoin(TM) Circle [http://www.betcoincircle.tm ] and
BetCoin(TM) Casino [http://www.betcoin.tm ] coming online on an almost weekly basis,
quickly securing top rankings on Top Bitcoin Sites
[http://www.topbitcoinsites.com/category/gamesgambling ], BetCoin(TM) is rapidly moving
towards creating the word's prime bitcoin entertainment portal.

       
        Contact

        Beau Horton BetCoin (TM) Dice PR
        beau.horton@betcoin.tm

BetCoin (TM) Bitcoin Entertainment Network

CONTACT: +17027555082

Mowjow Finds Success in Crowdfunding

LONDON, September 2, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    The Innovative Company uses Interactive Fundraising

    Mowjow [http://www.mowjow.com ], a London based social gaming company that is creating
innovative money games for everyday consumers to be played on their mobile devices,
announced a milestone in its fundraising efforts. Mowjow recently used an innovative and
relatively new form of financing, crowdfunding, to raise in excess of EUR 200,000 from
more than 200 investors. This first tranche - of five in total - was a great success and
was significantly oversubscribed.

    (Logo:
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130729/630444 )

    "It's only fitting that our company is using a new form of raising capital that is
both innovative and interactive", states Andreas Christensen, Founder, Chairman & CEO of
Mowjow. "This new model is now part of our stakeholder relations plan."

    Being an innovative and interactive social gaming company, Mowjow has developed
proprietary social gaming software and has now also developed its proprietary crowdfunding
process. Both will be integrated as part of Mowjow's "go-to-market" strategy for the
upcoming launch of its skill based game with real money prizes.

    "The heart of Mowjow is the collective effort of like-minded people to network and
pool their resources" adds Christensen. "We have witnessed this with our global
development teams collectively building the Mowjow platform, now we see this with our new
investor base and soon we will see it with consumers from around the globe networking our
new games".

    About Mowjow

    Mowjow is a London based social gaming company that is creating innovative money games
for everyday consumers to be played on their mobile devices. The Company was founded in
2008 by the Norwegian entrepreneur Andreas Christensen to capitalize on the global
intersection of social gaming and mobile applications. The social gaming platform is
uniquely targeted the billions of people who don't consider themselves gamblers and will
soon be accessible in previously restricted jurisdictions such as the United States.

       
        For further information, please contact:
        Mowjow Plc
        Tel: +44(0)845-2264-253
        press@mowjow.com
        Web: http://www.mowjow.com
        Twitter: @mowjow [http://www.twitter.com/mowjow ]
        Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/mowjows
        Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/MowjowLive

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Crowdsource Dating Advice: New App to Rescue Men and Women

LONDON, September 2, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    Say Something launches on fundraising platform IndieGogo

    Crowdsource your dating advice - that's the promise of a new iPhone application, Say
Something [http://bit.ly/GogoSayIt ], currently on fundraising platform, Indiegogo.

    Rescuing men and women from awkwardness, eerie silences and slaps, Say Something will
turn confusing first dates into an enjoyable, fun play.

    Say Something allows men to practice their conversational skills with real women and
vice versa. The app presents a situation, for example, 'You're standing at a bar and she
smiles at you', and then asks the player to type what they would say. Female players then
immediately give feedback, giving it a thumbs-up or down. They also type their own
response, to which the man can provide feedback too.

    Maeva Bire, Community Developer of Say Something, said, "We want to save the world
from poor small-talk. Men have lost the confidence to strike a conversation, and when they
do, usually after a few beers, it's terrible. Say Something seeks to change that. Men and
women from around the world can practice their conversational skills from the comfort of
their home, and learn what works and what doesn't. As it's a real conversation, it can
keep going for as long as they like."

    Marian Gazdik, Creator of Say Something, explained his motivation for wanting to build
this crowdsourcing platform for personal dating advice, "When the idea surfaced with a
group of friends, what surprised me was the overwhelming positive response from the girls.
They were saying how amazing it would be to give honest feedback, and perhaps to help
build confidence of men. The more we tested the idea with the public, the greater the
positive response. It's been funny to see men laugh at the idea, pause, and then say:
'actually I'd like to give that a go'."

    Say Something is seeking to raise $31,000 (GBP20,000) to develop a and bring the app
to market, promising backers who pledge $75 (GBP49) an online dating profile makeover with
a Professional Online Dating Expert, and for $990 (GBP640) a weekend in Las Vegas.

       
        For more information or any questions contact:
        Marian Gazdik
        +44(0)7873-286-409
        E-mail: marian@idatingsim.com
        Indiegogo Fundraising Page: http://bit.ly/GogoSayIt
        Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwvGzsKFkmg

    PR KIT (Icons, Screenshots, Images):

    http://www.dropbox.com/sh/sybah4dystlj3qb/luIqFUdN_Q

Say Something PR

Cerebral Palsy Gesture-Activated Gaming Shown in Video by CP Family Network

AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 30, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Cerebral Palsy Family Network has released a video showing children and teens with cerebral palsy delighting in playing video games using a new technology. The players, some with visual impairment, used gestures instead of keyboards.

The gaming technology is under development at the UCLA/Orthopaedic Hospital's Cerebral Palsy Center, in conjunction with the University of Southern California Institute for Creative Technologies (USC-ICT). It was demonstrated earlier this year at a Family Forum, which CP Family Network videotaped.

"The video shows kids using gestures to manipulate video games. We wanted to capture the excitement about this new resource for kids, and talk to the researchers who developed it," said Teresa Kelly, director of CPFN relationship development.

Eileen Fowler, Ph.D., head clinical researcher for the project, said the development team will release a website by the end of the year where parents can get instructions on computer and Kinect requirements along with links to access free games. The two games that were demonstrated at the Family Forum were Tux Racer and Miami Shark.

"The games are equipped with a toolkit that will allow users to assign gestures instead of mouse and keyboard input to operate the games. This allows for user-customized, body-based control of existing off-the-shelf computer games on the PC using the Microsoft Kinect sensor," Dr. Fowler said.

The initial funding for this project was provided by Cerebral Palsy International Research Foundation with additional support from the CP  Family Network. Interviewed for the video were Dr. Fowler, Dr. Belinda Lange, of USC-IT, and Dr. James Blackman, medical director, CPIRF.

Dr. Fowler and Dr. Lange provided the CP Family Network with answers to some other key questions:

Q. Who is this technology going to be suitable for (functional parameters)?

At this point in time, the technology is most suitable for use by people who have some motor control of their elbows and/or shoulder joints and/or trunk.  The technology can be used by people while standing or sitting in a chair or wheelchair. The number of joints that are under voluntary control will affect the number and type of gestures that can be used to interact with the games. A number of different games can be played and each individual can play using different gestures based on their level of movement. When using a wheelchair, it is difficult for the technology to visualize the leg clearly so gestures involving lower limb movement within a wheelchair cannot currently be accommodated. 

Q. What's the formal name of the product?

The name of the "middle ware" program is Flexible Action and Articulated Skeleton Toolkit (FAAST).  FAAST was developed by the USC-Institute for Creative Technologies.  FAAST is designed as middleware to facilitate integration of full-body control with games and virtual reality applications.

Q. Will it be able to interface with all available video games?

FAAST allows us to provide gesture-based control of games that can be played on the computer. The FAAST does not allow for control of games on the Xbox platform.  FAAST allows us to assign gestures to keyboard and mouse controls. We have been using PC games that are freely available on the internet.  We chose games that were fun and had the fewest number of different keyboard clicks necessary to play.  That way a small number of gestures are needed. 

Two games that we used initially were Tux Racer (Jasmin F. Patry) and Miami Shark (Mausland Entertainment). Tux Racer is easiest for someone with few available gestures and visual impairment (e.g. there is less activity with a clear contrast between the background and the penguin). To be a high scorer in Miami Shark takes greater voluntary control but the user can score points even if they have little movement, making it a positive experience for all.  That is why we started with these two games.  We are now working on using FAAST with additional games, some of which are more difficult to master. Once users establish their unique gesture templates to operate the keyboard, they may eventually be able to adapt games that they find independently by searching the internet.

Q. What do families need to use the technology?

Families need to have a fairly new computer with Windows 7 or 8, adequate speed and storage and a Microsoft Kinect for PC sensor with a power cord (The Xbox is NOT required).  All of the specific requirements will be listed on the website.

Q. What can families do to help encourage such research?

Tell Microsoft and other gaming companies about the importance of offering products that are accessible to people with disabilities.

The Cerebral Palsy Family Network is a 501-C3 non-profit organization whose mission is to provide medical and legal resources to families and children with cerebral palsy.

Media Contact:
Teresa Kelly
teresapkelly@msn.com
512-328-4276

Related Links:
Cerebral Palsy Family Network
https://www.facebook.com/cpfamilynetworks

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ShipStation Expands Shopify Integration to Include POS Support

New Feature Allows Customers to Automatically and Seamlessly Import Retail and Web Orders into ShipStation

AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 30, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- ShipStation the leading web-based shipping solution for online retailers, today announced an enhancement to the company's Shopify integration, allowing customers to import orders from Shopify POS. Business owners can now import retail orders directly into ShipStation from Shopify POS, just as they do with their Shopify web store orders.

The news follows the August 28(th) announcement of Shopify POS, an integrated point of sale system built by the ecommerce giant to bridge the gap between offline and online retail. "This enhancement will streamline the ordering process for a large group of current Shopify customers who also operate brick and mortar stores," said Robert Gilbreath, VP of Marketing for ShipStation. "Retailers without an ecommerce presence can now access ShipStation's powerful order automation and returns management software via their Shopify POS System.

ShipStation and Shopify first partnered in September, 2012 to offer ShipStation's powerful cloud-based shipping solution to Shopify's 60,000+ online retailers. Thousands of online retail stores now benefit from the partnership each month, saving both time and money thanks to a 35-50% reduction in shipping and fulfillment times made possible by the ShipStation solution.

About ShipStation
ShipStation is a powerful, yet surprisingly simple web-based shipping solution that streamlines the order fulfillment process for online retailers. With integrations into popular marketplaces like Amazon, eBay, Sears, and Etsy and shopping carts like Magento, Shopify, Volusion and Bigcommerce, ShipStation handles everything from order import and batch label creation to customer communication. Advanced customization features such as Automation Rules and Product Profiles allow ShipStation to fit businesses with any number of users or locations. As a SaaS, cloud-based software solution, ShipStation is compatible on both Mac and PCs through any web browser - from anywhere! For more information, visit http://shipstation.com/.

About Shopify
Shopify is a commerce platform that allows anyone to easily sell online, at their retail location, and everywhere in between. Shopify offers a professional online storefront, a payment solution to accept credit cards, and the Shopify POS application to power retail sales. Shopify currently powers over 60,000 retailers in 100 different countries, including: Tesla Motors, Gatorade, Forbes, Amnesty International, Encyclopedia Britannica, CrossFit, and many more. Shopify was founded in 2006 and has received $22 million in Series A and B funding from Bessemer Venture Partners, FirstMark Capital, Felicis Ventures, and Georgian Partners. http://www.shopify.com.

SOURCE  ShipStation

ShipStation

CONTACT: Maggie Perry, 847-415-9301, mperry@sspr.com

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

NorthStar Battery Launches Online Store

SPRINGFIELD, Missouri, August 30, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    You can now buy NorthStar Ultra High Performance Batteries
[http://www.northstarbattery.com/northstar/engine/index.php ] from the comfort of your home
on the new NorthStar Battery online store.

    The store is open at buy.northstarbattery.com [http://buy.northstarbattery.com ] and
NorthStar distributors in US and Canada are ready to take your order. It has never been
easier to browse and select the perfect battery for your vehicle, and NorthStar's
international distribution network means fast delivery.

    NorthStar batteries use the latest innovative technologies to deliver superior
cranking, unrivaled cycling, faster recharge and minimal maintenance, even in extreme
conditions. NorthStar now provides a perfect fit OEM solution to over 130 million vehicles
in operation today, covering automotive, marine, RV, heavy duty, first responder and
enthusiast markets.

    Check out the innovative NorthStar 8DK
[http://buy.northstarbattery.com/p/sms-agm-8dk-battery ] - a heavy duty battery that can be
installed by just one person, ideal for marine applications such as luxury yachts. The 8DK
can deliver 3,125 pulse cranking amps, with a reserve capacity of 500 minutes.

    Meet the NorthStar team and see the batteries up close at the 2013 SEMA Show
[http://www.semashow.com/press/2013/07/30/northstar-battery-to-star-at-the-2013-sema-show ]
in Las Vegas from November 4-8, booth 34279. SEMA is the premier automotive specialty
products trade event in the world.

    Joining NorthStar in the booth will be Joshua Brack and his award-winning custom Dodge
Dakota Truck [http://www.northstarbattery.com/northstar/engine/automotive.php ]. Josh's
impressive sound system and wide screen TV will be providing the entertainment for the
week - all powered by NorthStar Batteries of course.

    NorthStar's state-of-the-art battery plant in Missouri, USA, uses the latest automated
manufacturing to produce pure lead positive grid plates. These plates can be made thinner,
which means more can be added into each battery to generate greater surface area, which
increases power density. The plates are inserted under high compression, which also
improves performance characteristics, virtually eliminating life limiting failures in high
vibration applications. This is why NorthStar batteries can deliver exceptional CCA
ratings and reserve capacity cycling ability, with a longer lifetime and virtually no
internal grid growth.

    Don't settle for anything less - if you need the best, you need a NorthStar Ultra High
Performance battery.

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

NorthStar

CONTACT: John Semeniuk, Vice President SLI, NorthStar Battery, john.semeniuk@northstarbattery.com; Reuben Keeling, +46(0)8-41010200

Top-Grossing Free-to-Play RPG "Hello Hero" From Fincon Slated For U.S. Release On iOS, Android and Facebook

Having maintained a stable user base in South Korea and recently launched successfully in Japan, Fincon Will Introduce Its First Mobile Game in the U.S. This Fall

SEATTLE, Aug. 30, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- (PAX Booth #N3)  -- Fincon, a South Korean developer and global publisher of mobile games, announced today at PAX Prime that its top-grossing mobile game, Hello Hero (http://www.helloherogame.com), a classic, turn-based online roleplaying experience, will be free to download and play from the App Store and Google Play, and on Facebook, in the United States this fall.

In Hello Hero, players will journey with a team of five heroes across the Planet of Armon, battling against evil forces with sharp swords and powerful magic while gaining experience. As players build up their roster of Heroes, from guitar-playing cactus to a seductive succubus or a spear-wielding shark, they will be able to change up their gameplay style while accumulating massive wealth, which can be used to acquire more heroes or build up combat statistics.

Hello Hero features more than 200 unique characters that can be used to take on about 90 mission stages, Boss Raids and Player vs. Player arenas spread across a variety of environments including forests, oceans and dungeons. Every three days, players will be able to participate online together against a World Boss, combining their teams' strengths and abilities to win epic battles.

"As our first mobile launch in the United States, we wanted to deliver the fun and excitement of an online RPG to mobile gamers, new and experienced alike. Whether you have five minutes while waiting in line or an hour on the bus, Hello Hero is a fantastic offering to mid-core gamers who enjoy social RPGs," said Yoo Choung-Gil, CEO of Fincon.

Game Modes include:

    --  Mission: Take on about 90 stages across seven continents fighting a
        variety of enemies and bosses.
    --  PvP: Combat with a friend in real time without consuming energy or
        stamina, and helps to increase skills and experience. Players easily
        invite a friend through identifying a nickname of a friend in game.
    --  Arena Battle: Pit your team of five against others in the world of Hello
        Hero and see where you stack up worldwide.
    --  Dungeon: Battle against a variety of enemies by completing stages that
        increase in difficulty. Rewards are greater and are focused on upgrading
        your characters
    --  Boss Raid: Join heroes from around the world as you attack and
        collectively defeat a World Boss. The enemy changes from raid to raid
        and rewards are based on the level of damage inflicted.
Launched first in South Korea, Hello Hero has been downloaded more than one million times, ranked first on the App Store and third on Google Play in the "Top Grossing" category. Hello Hero recently launched in Japan as the first step of the global launch.

Hello Hero released its first trailer today (http://youtu.be/AJfPJ-J222w). Fans interested in the launch can follow Fincon's Facebook page here: Facebook.com/HelloHeroGame.

About Fincon
Founded in July 2012 by Yoo Choung-Gil, known for his vast MMORPG industry, Fincon was created by veteran MMORPG developers to provide its employees with a fun, creative environment focused on crafting the best games. Its first title, Hello Hero, was an immediate success after its local launch in South Korea, being widely considered to have realized the fun of an MMORPG on a mobile platform. Since its initial launch, Hello Hero has been downloaded more than one million times and was a Top Grossing game in the App Store (#1) and Google Play (#3).

About Hello Hero
Hello Hero (http://www.helloherogame.com) is a mid-core social RPG for the iOS, Android and Facebook platforms and features over 200 unique characters for players to collect and use in the battle against the forces of Keronic, the raiders to the peaceful planet, Armon.. Hello Hero features a classic, turn-based combat style with players building the best team of 5 heroes to take on about 90 mission stages, Boss Raids, Arena Battles, Dungeons, Time Attack and PVP. The game is developed and published by Fincon , a South Korean mobile game developer with previous work in the MMORPG space.

SOURCE  Fincon

Fincon

CONTACT: Alejandro Grau, +1-310-280-2215, Alejandro.Grau@ogilvy.com

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

Mountain Dew®.  Doritos®.  THOUSANDS of Xbox One Entertainment Systems. "Every 2 Minutes."

DEW® and Doritos Announce Nightly Online Auctions, Starting November 5, Giving Fans Access to Thousands of Xbox One Entertainment Systems

30 Xbox One Entertainment Systems Will Be Auctioned Off Live at PAX Prime, with Six Grand Prize Bidders Getting an Xbox One Before the New Generation Console Hits Shelves

DEW and Doritos Brands Reveal New Limited-Time Offers with Mountain Dew Game Fuel® Electrifying Berry and Doritos Nacho Cheese Gamer Pack®

PURCHASE, N.Y. and PLANO, Tex., Aug. 30, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- This Fall, the Mountain Dew and Doritos brands will give fans a chance to bid on thousands of Xbox One entertainment systems through the "Every 2 Minutes" online auction experience - one of the ONLY ways consumers can  control their own destinies and ensure they get their hands on one. Here's how it works:

    1. Collect - Anyone who purchases specially marked Mountain Dew and Doritos
       products can collect the codes necessary to enter.
    2. Bank - Starting September 30, participants enter codes at
       www.Every2Minutes.com to start banking points. Each code also gives you
       one entry into daily sweepstakes for an Xbox One.
    3. Bid to Win - Starting November 5, participants can use banked points to
       bid to win Xbox One entertainment systems in nightly auctions closing
       every two minutes from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. ET through December 9.
       Participants can also use points to score exclusive gear in the
       marketplace until January 7, 2014.
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While the online auctions begin later this Fall, the Mountain Dew and Doritos brands are giving some of the most passionate gaming fans a chance to get their hands on Xbox One during a LIVE auction at PAX Prime 2013 in Seattle, Wash. on Sunday, September 1. Thirty Xbox One entertainment systems will be on the auction block and six grand prize auction winners will actually receive the next-generation console before it becomes available for public sale.

In commemoration of the biggest gaming promotion in the history of the Mountain Dew and Doritos brands, DEW is bringing back tried and true gamer-favorite Mountain Dew Game Fuel in original Citrus Cherry and a new, Electrifying Berry flavor. Products will hit shelves in early October and are available for a limited time only.

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The Doritos brand will also introduce a bold new snacking option - Doritos Gamer Pack - to its line-up this October. Designed specifically with gamers in mind, the new limited-edition Doritos Gamer Pack offers fan-favorite Doritos Nacho Cheese flavored chips in a conveniently packaged, re-sealable, wide-opening table-top box, so gamers can snack easier and play harder. The new Doritos Gamer Pack will be available exclusively at Wal-Mart stores nationwide beginning in October.

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For complete details or to register for the "Every 2 Minutes" online auction experience, please visit http://www.Every2Minutes.com.  Join the conversation at @mtn_dew or @Doritos #Every2Minutes.

About Mountain Dew
Mountain Dew, a product of PepsiCo Americas Beverages, is the No. 1 flavored carbonated soft drink in the U.S. With its one-of-a-kind citrus taste, Mountain Dew exhilarates and quenches with every sip. In addition to original Mountain Dew® and Diet Mountain Dew®, the permanent DEW product line includes Mountain Dew Code Red®, Mountain Dew LiveWire®, Mountain Dew Throwback®, Mountain Dew Voltage® and Mountain Dew White Out®. For more information, check out http://www.mountaindew.com, http://www.facebook.com/mountaindew or follow on twitter @mtn_dew.

About Doritos
Doritos tortilla chips is one of the billion-dollar brands that make up Frito-Lay North America, the $13 billion convenient foods business unit of PepsiCo (NYSE: PEP), which is headquartered in Purchase, NY. To learn more about the DORITOS brand, visit its website at http://www.DORITOS.com or on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/DORITOS or on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/DORITOSUSA.

About PepsiCo
PepsiCo is a global food and beverage leader with net revenues of more than $65 billion and a product portfolio that includes 22 brands that generate more than $1 billion each in annual retail sales. Our main businesses - Quaker, Tropicana, Gatorade, Frito-Lay and Pepsi-Cola - make hundreds of enjoyable foods and beverages that are loved throughout the world. PepsiCo's people are united by our unique commitment to sustainable growth by investing in a healthier future for people and our planet, which we believe also means a more successful future for PepsiCo. We call this commitment Performance with Purpose: PepsiCo's promise to provide a wide range of foods and beverages for local tastes; to find innovative ways to minimize our impact on the environment by conserving energy and water and reducing packaging volume; to provide a great workplace for our associates; and to respect, support and invest in the local communities where we operate. For more information, please visit http://www.pepsico.com.

Media Contacts:
Jennifer Ryan

PepsiCo

(o) 914.253.2308
jennifer.ryan@pepsico.com

Alexia Allina

Frito-Lay

972.334.5664
Alexia.Allina@pepsico.com

Daniel Acker

Weber Shandwick

212.445.8351
dacker@webershandwick.com

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

Eutelsat at IBC 2013: New Steps for Ultra HD, Innovative Connected TV Platforms and World-First Live Demo of the "Smart LNB"

PARIS, August 30, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    Eutelsat Communications (Euronext Paris: ETL) one of the world's top satellite
operators, will be showcasing the latest developments of Ultra HD, new features of turnkey
connected TV platforms and presenting its "smart LNB" in a world-first live demo during
IBC 2013 in Amsterdam from September 13-17 (Hall 1 - stand D59).

    Getting the full picture on Ultra HD

    With the launch of Europe's first dedicated Ultra HD channel in January this year,
Eutelsat has demonstrated how its satellites are already geared up to deliver the consumer
broadcast industry's most immersive viewing experience. Eutelsat is now taking the next
step with the launch of an Ultra HD channel with HEVC encoding that will be multiplexed
with the existing Quad HD signal in the same EUTELSAT 10A transponder. This second channel
is aimed at being decoded by Ultra HD set top boxes equipped with HEVC chipsets that will
feed consumer Ultra HD TV sets via a single HDMI cable. Working in partnership with
leading broadcasters, exclusive Ultra HD content will also be shown on the latest
generation of consumer displays.

    Connected TV platforms reaching new levels of experience

    Eutelsat is steadily expanding its portfolio of connected TV platform solutions. It
will present the latest features of IPTV platforms tailored for broadcasters and network
operators that are taking viewing beyond linear TV to non-linear services and beyond the
TV set onto multi-screens and mobile devices. Eutelsat will also show the performance of
DTH/broadband platforms that show how a hybrid infrastructure can deliver new levels of
interactivity to enhance the user experience.

    The "smart LNB" for a new satellite broadcasting ecosystem

    The Eutelsat stand will host the first live demo of the recently announced interactive
"smart LNB" that opens the door for broadcasters to operate their own ecosystem of linear
television and connected TV services directly by satellite. The "smart LNB" is a
new-generation electronic feed connected to an antenna with an embedded transmitter to
provide services such as HbbTV, pay-per-view, social networking, live show participation,
personal subscription management and audience measurement.

    For your agenda:

    Ultra HD: The full picture? Saturday, September 14, 11am

    A roundtable on Ultra HD in partnership with TVB Europe. The roundtable will assemble
industry experts to discuss the readiness of the 4K transmission chain, technical
developments, consumer expectations and much more. (Eutelsat stand)

    Two press briefings on product and service announcements:

       
        - Friday, September 13, 11am Eutelsat press briefing (Balcony Suites BM 21,
          Hall 1, Room 4)
        - Saturday, September 14, 11.30am Joint press briefing with Telekom Austria (The
          Amsterdam Suite, RAI Congress Centre (1st floor)

    About Eutelsat Communications

    With 32 satellites delivering reach of Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia,
significant parts of the Americas and the Asia-Pacific, Eutelsat Communications (Euronext
Paris: ETL, ISIN code: FR0010221234) is one of the world's leading satellite operators. As
of 30 June 2013, Eutelsat's satellites were broadcasting more than 4,600 television
channels to over 200 million cable and satellite homes in Europe, the Middle East and
Africa. The Group's satellites also provide a wide range of services for TV contribution,
corporate networks and fixed and mobile broadband markets. Headquartered in Paris,
Eutelsat and its subsidiaries employ over 780 commercial, technical and operational
professionals from 30 countries. http://www.eutelsat.com

Eutelsat Communications

CONTACT: Press: Vanessa O'Connor, Tel: +33-1-53-98-37-91, voconnor@eutelsat.fr; Frédérique Gautier, Tel: +33-1-53-98-37-91, fgautier@eutelsat.fr; Marie-Sophie Ecuer, Tel: +33-1-53-98-37-91, mecuer@eutelsat.fr

theHunter Celebrates 2 Million Players

STOCKHOLM, August 30, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    Expansive Worlds is happy to announce that theHunter has reached a new milestone in
record time. More than 2 million gamers have now registered to play the world's most
advanced hunting simulation. With the first million reached only nine months earlier, it's
safe to say that theHunter has taken off.

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    A major part of the success can be attributed to the introduction of a celebrated
multiplayer mode earlier this summer. It has increased the time players spend in the game,
how likely they are to bring friends along and has made previously retired hunters return
to our virtual forests. Our data indicates that we now have registered players from almost
every nation in the world, including Greenland and Reunion Island outside of Madagascar.
Clearly, virtual hunting is a universally enjoyable experience that unites all of
humankind.

    "It's fantastic to see that a highly specialized game like theHunter can attract such
a large audience in such a short time", said Expansive Worlds CEO Pim Holfve. "Even though
the game has been out for over four years, it keeps feeling fresh thanks to the constant
updates. All of this is made possible by running the game as a service. We're also blessed
with the most amazing community. They love to share their experiences with their friends,
and we enjoy bringing them high intensity hunting in a wide range of virtual environments.
Expansive Worlds is building this game along with our community. It's a beautiful thing."

    "theHunter is celebrating one victory after another", commented Christofer Sundberg,
Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Avalanche Studios. "It's great to see new players
finding this unique game, and experienced hunters rediscovering it. As a free to play
service, theHunter represents a different aspect of the current gaming landscape than
blockbusters like Just Cause and Mad Max. Gaining experience from all of them has been
immensely useful for the Avalanche Studios company group. I look forward to seeing
theHunter evolve for many years to come."

    About Expansive Worlds

    Expansive Worlds, an independently operated subsidiary of Avalanche Studios, is
focused on socially connected, online games distributed directly to gamers. In 2009,
Expansive Worlds released theHunter, a free roaming first-person hunting game. theHunter
is developed in close collaboration with its thriving community, and is continually
infused with new features and content updates.

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Expansive Worlds

CONTACT: Pim Holfve, CEO, Email: pim@expansiveworlds.com Cell: +46(0)709-311520

San Francisco Gets Ready for the Game QA & Localization Forum

LONDON, August 30, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    Hot off the back of its world premiere in London, Gaming IQ is pleased to announce
that the acclaimed & unique Game QA & Localization Forum is going to San Francisco this
December.

    As the world's only forum series dedicated entirely to QA and localization for the
gaming industry, the San Francisco event, taking place at the Sheraton Fisherman's Wharf
on December 10-11, unites senior QA and localization professionals from all across the
industry - console, PC, online, social or mobile.

    http://sanfran.qalocforum.com/news

    Representing a true spectrum of large AAA studios to smaller indie developers and
publishers, the forum has assembled a world-class speaker line-up that includes the likes
of Sony, EA, BioWare, Ubisoft, Konami, Namco Bandai, Gearbox, Disney and many others
[http://sanfran.qalocforum.com/Speakers.aspx?utm_source=external&utm_medium=PressRelease&utm_campaign"990.001%2BExternal%2Bcampaign&utm_term=Speakers&utm_content=Text&MAC"990.001PRNewswire ]
.

    The Game QA & Localization Forum: San Francisco is a unique opportunity to hear from
world-leading developers, indie studios and key industry solution providers in testing and
localization.

    The event offers the opportunity to benchmark with industry peers & competitors in an
informal, senior-level setting dedicated to networking with people facing the same
challenges. The event agenda is available to download here
[http://sanfran.qalocforum.com/redForms.aspx?id89080&frmType=Brochure&mLoc=F&sform_id16492&isbrochure=true&m–5&eventid‚18&utm_source=external&utm_medium=PressRelease&utm_campaign"990.001%2BExternal%2Bcampaign&utm_term=Agenda&utm_content=Text&MAC"990.001PRNewswire ]

    "What's fantastic about this forum is how positively the industry has responded -
everyone is excited to spend some decent time with likeminded senior professionals
discussing the issues that really matter; issues that are too focused or niche to be
discussed at broader industry events like GDC," said Arran Oakes, the Head of Production
at organiser Gaming IQ.

    Gaming IQ are working with the IGDA on the forum, with Executive Director Kate Edwards
saying "this underrepresented area of game development can shine in its own forum, and
people from all functions across the game industry can improve their own work by better
understanding the critical aspects of QA and Localization." Annual memberships are
available to purchase with a ticket to the forum.

    The Game QA & Localization Forum: San Francisco speaker and panel highlights include:

       
        - Tulay McNally, Director of Studio Development QA and Quality Engineering
          Dep., BioWare
        - Mario Vasquez, Head of WWQA Operations, EA
        - Michele Kassis Carlson, Localization Director, Sony PlayStation
        - Tad Hirabayashi, Production Services Director, Namco Bandai
        - Michael "Gryf" Weber, Director of Central Development, Gearbox Software
        - Marietta Pashayan, Director, Mobile QA and Live Services, Disney Interactive
        - Daniel Pangelina, QA Manager, Double Fine

    The Game QA & Localization Forum: San Francisco takes place in December 10-11, 2013 at
the Sheraton Fisherman's Wharf Hotel, San Francisco, California. Find the program, event
details and registration information about the forum on
http://sanfran.qalocforum.com/news, phone +1-646-378-6026 / +44(0)207-036-1300 or
email enquire@iqpc.co.uk

    Media contact: Veronica Araujo, +44(0)20-7368-9748, veronica.araujo@iqpc.co.uk or
visit http://sanfran.qalocforum.com/news

    Press are invited to attend this important industry forum, if you would like to a
complimentary press pass please email Veronica Araujo veronica.araujo@iqpc.co.uk

Gaming IQ

Chemring Technology Solutions Launches a New Timer-based Explosives Initiator

POOLE, England, August 30, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    Chemring Technology Solutions today launches PED Mk2, the successor to its world
leading PED100 timer-based programmable explosives initiator.

    PED Mk2, which has a countdown range from 1 minute to 30 days, is a third of the
weight of the PED100 system it replaces and now includes an integrated programmer. The
integrated programmer allows the timer to be set in the field to allow greater operational
flexibility. Its capability is also enhanced as it can now survive immersion to a depth of
30 meters. The PED Mk2 can be used to support operations that include general combat
demolitions, ammunition disposal and underwater mine clearance.

    Despite its reduced size and weight, PED Mk2 has greater firing energy (1.5 joules)
and a higher countdown resolution of one second which allows for accurate synchronisation
of multiple detonations. The small size and near silent emissions profile of PED Mk2 also
reduces the probability that the timer will be discovered. If discovered, removal of the
tear-off keypad makes it impossible to re-programme or repurpose the device.

    Mike Luedicke, General Manager of Chemring Technology Solutions in Poole, said: "PED
Mk2 has been developed to improve mission efficiency by minimising training needs and
delivering a more flexible and precise timing system. As it does not require a separate
programming device, it allows the user, such as military engineers, to rapidly set custom
time delays at the point of deployment."

    PED Mk2 will be on display at DSEI (Chemring Stand S2-230)

    About Chemring Technology Solutions

    Chemring Technology Solutions, based in Romsey, Hampshire and Poole, Dorset, is the
principal electronics research and development centre of Chemring Group. Formed from Roke
Manor Research Ltd and Chemring EOD Ltd, CTS has the heritage of being one of the UK's
leading suppliers of innovative solutions and contract R&D, pioneering developments in
counter IED, electronic sensors, networks and communications technology. It employs over
450 staff and has over 430 patents to its name.

    http://www.chemringts.com

Chemring Technology Solutions

CONTACT: For further information please contact: James Horne, Chemring Technology Solutions, +44(0)1794-833488, james.horne@chemringeod.com  ; For photography of PED Mk2, please email: james.horne@chemringeod.com

Pelican Imaging to Demonstrate 3D Image and Video Capture at Qualcomm's Uplinq Conference

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Aug. 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Pelican Imaging, the inventor of groundbreaking array camera technology for mobile devices, will demonstrate new capabilities of its imaging platform at the Uplinq(TM) 2013 wireless ecosystem conference, which will be held Sept. 3-5, 2013 at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront Hotel. As Qualcomm's annual conference, Uplinq provides a cross-platform view of how to exploit the powerful capabilities of today's leading mobile devices to produce the most compelling user experiences and cultivate the business connections essential to be successful in mobile.

Pelican Engineering VP Purnam Sheth will be speaking at the event in two sessions: "Heterogeneous Computing in Snapdragon(TM) Processors: Make the Most of All That Power" on September 5, and a special session devoted to Pelican Imaging during Hardware Day, September 3. Representatives from Pelican will also be providing demonstrations 9am - 5:30pm at the Hardware Day Expo on September 3.

Said Pelican Imaging CEO and President Chris Pickett, "The engineering team at Pelican has developed some cutting-edge algorithms to enable 3D image and video capture. We believe there are broad applications for depth-enabled imaging, and we're looking forward to demonstrating our technology at Qualcomm's event next week."

Going beyond simple megapixel count, the Pelican array camera provides complete depth information of the captured scene, allowing users to refocus after the fact, create 3D models, and perform an unprecedented range of edits. At under 3mm thickness, Pelican's array camera is about 50% of the thickness of the best-in-class camera modules shipping in mobile phones today.

About Pelican Imaging
Headquartered in Mountain View, California, and founded in 2008, Pelican Imaging has developed computational camera technology to provide depth mapping at every pixel, enabling "the perfect picture" every time and allowing users to perform an unprecedented range of selective focus and edits, both pre- and post-capture. Pelican's array camera is about 50% thinner than existing mobile cameras. Investors include Qualcomm, Nokia Growth Partners, Panasonic, Globespan Capital Partners, Granite Ventures, InterWest Partners and IQT. For more information, visit http://www.pelicanimaging.com.

Qualcomm and Snapdragon are trademarks of Qualcomm Incorporated, registered in the United States and other countries. Uplinq is a trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated. All Qualcomm Incorporated trademarks are used with permission.

SOURCE  Pelican Imaging

Pelican Imaging

CONTACT: Lisa Garvey , Senior Director, Marketing, Pelican Imaging, Lisa@pelicanimaging.com, 408.439.1377

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

Longhorn Network Now Accessible Online and On the Go to AT&T U-verse Customers

Subscribers can stream University of Texas programming live at LonghornNetwork.com and on iPhone and iPod touch via the Longhorn Network app

DALLAS, Aug. 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- AT&T U-verse and ESPN today announced the launch of live online and iOS app access to Longhorn Network - the 24/7 channel devoted to University of Texas athletics and academics as well as cultural programming from in and around the greater Austin community.

AT&T U-verse customers who receive Longhorn Network as part of their video subscription service will be able to enjoy the network's exclusive live events and content on their computers, iPhones or iPod touches - at home or on the go.  Customers will be prompted to provide their AT&T U-verse member IDs and passwords to access live content online at LonghornNetwork.com and on iPhone and iPod touch via the Longhorn Network app, available free to download in the App Store.

"We are excited to offer our AT&T U-verse customers access to Longhorn Network virtually wherever - and whenever - they like, on the screen that they choose," said Aaron Slator, President of Content and Advertising Sales, AT&T.   

David Preschlack, executive vice president, Disney and ESPN Media Networks, added, "Together with AT&T U-verse, we are serving University of Texas sports fans and adding value to customers' subscriptions by delivering access to Longhorn Network's must-have programming anytime, virtually anywhere in time for all the action and excitement of college football."

Programming highlights include three UT home football games including the season opener against New Mexico State on Aug. 31, Ole Miss on Sept. 14 and Kansas on Nov. 2, plus exclusive pre- and post-game coverage of all Texas football games in Texas GameDay and Texas GameDay Final. 

Longhorn Network also provides unprecedented access to the football team with Texas All Access.  Live event coverage of men's and women's basketball, baseball, softball, volleyball, soccer, tennis, rowing, track and field and golf, as well as select NCAA events featuring Texas round out the robust program schedule.

About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T) is a premier communications holding company and one of the most honored companies in the world. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and internationally. With a powerful array of network resources, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet, voice and cloud-based services. A leader in mobile Internet, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide of any U.S. carrier, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verse® and AT&T |DIRECTV brands. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world.

Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com/aboutus or follow our news on @ATT, on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/att and YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/att.

Geographic and service restrictions apply to AT&T U-verse. Call or go to http://www.att.com/uverse to see if you qualify.

(©) 2013 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. AT&T, the AT&T logo and all other marks contained herein are trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property and/or AT&T affiliated companies. All other marks contained herein are the property of their respective owners.

AT&T U-verse TV is the fastest growing TV provider in the U.S.*** and U-verse is a nearly $12 billion annualized revenue stream in only seven years since its initial launch in 2006. AT&T U-verse TV was recently named Frost & Sullivan Video Company of the Year. For additional information on AT&T U-verse - or to find out if it's available in your area - visit http://www.att.com/u-verse.

***Claim based on comparison of major TV providers' subscriber counts as of 1Q2013

About Longhorn Network
ESPN has a 20-year agreement to own and operate a year-round, 24-hour network dedicated to Texas athletics in partnership with UT and IMG College.  Longhorn Network offers a variety of content, highlighted by more than 200 exclusive events annually from 20 sports, original series and studio shows, historical programming and academic and cultural happenings. Longhorn Network is available in the U-verse 200 package and above on Channel 609/1609 in HD.(**)

(**) Subject to geographical restrictions.

SOURCE  AT&T Inc.

AT&T Inc.

CONTACT: Ana Barrera Waggoner, AT&T U-verse, 214.757.8046 or AB8965@att.com; or Kristie Chong Adler, ESPN, 646.547.5637 or kristie.chong@espn.com

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

Actiontec ScreenBeam Pro Unleashes NVIDIA SHIELD to the Big Screen

SEATTLE, Aug. 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- PAX Prime Conference --Actiontec Electronics today announced that its ScreenBeam Pro is a recommended wireless display component for the NVIDIA(®) SHIELD(®) gaming and entertainment portable.

ScreenBeam Pro enables SHIELD's high-quality content to be streamed to an HDTV in real-time, allowing users to enjoy the SHIELD experience on their high-definition big screens from the comfort of their couch.

"ScreenBeam Pro gives consumers unprecedented versatility to transform SHIELD's powerful mobile gaming platform into a console-like experience using a big screen TV," said Dean Chang, president and CEO at Actiontec. "Actiontec's technical leadership in high-performance wireless video delivery is the perfect match for SHIELD, which is being heralded as one of the most innovative and engaging gaming solutions on the market."

Actiontec's industry-leading ultra-low latency and high-quality graphics performance makes ScreenBeam Pro a best-in-class video streaming device for SHIELD, enabling it to keep pace with SHIELD's lightning-fast experience.

"SHIELD was created so gamers could enjoy their content where they wanted, how they wanted and ScreenBeam Pro further enables this," said Jason Paul, director of Product Marketing for SHIELD at NVIDIA. "Actiontec offers a best-in-class solution for wirelessly streaming from SHIELD to high-definition TVs."

About ScreenBeam Pro
ScreenBeam Pro is a wireless receiver that plugs into an HDTV or projector's HDMI port and communicates with SHIELD using Wi-Fi Certified Miracast.

Product Highlights
- The recommended wireless display solution for NVIDIA SHIELD
- Support for WiFi CERTIFIED Miracast devices (PCs, smartphones, and tablets)
- Support for Intel WiDi PCs (including WiDi 3.5 and higher)
- 1080p 3D HD video
- Less than 100 ms latency response
- Available at: Major retailers and online sites or shop.actiontec.com
- Price $69.99

ScreenBeam Pro is part of Actiontec's award-winning wireless solutions portfolio designed to make the home entertainment experience as enjoyable, powerful, and flexible as possible. More information on ScreenBeam Pro can be found here.

About Actiontec Electronics
Actiontec Electronics develops broadband-powered solutions that connect people to the Internet, applications, and content they care about. Our products - including gigabit Ethernet fiber routers, high speed VDSL gateways, DSL modems, and home networking solutions like network adapters, wireless video and display devices - are deployed by some of the largest broadband carriers in North America, and sold in major retail and online stores globally. We listen to our customers, delivering future-proof solutions that help them make connections today and tomorrow, with faster access rates, advanced performance, and exciting applications. Our innovation has been recognized throughout the industry, with numerous awards. As a minority owned company, we're committed to the world we live in by promoting diversity among our employees and partners, and actively pushing a variety of green programs designed to reduce the carbon footprint of our company, and customers. Founded in 1993, Actiontec is headquartered in Sunnyvale, CA, and maintains branch offices in Colorado Springs, CO; Shanghai, China; and Taipei, Taiwan.

For more information, call 408-752-7700 or visit http://www.actiontec.com.

SOURCE  Actiontec Electronics, Inc.

Actiontec Electronics, Inc.

CONTACT: Jonathan Lai, Actiontec Electronics, (415) 218-4209, jlai@actiontec.com; Lesley Kirchman, Actiontec Electronics, (408) 548-4849, ljkirchman@actiontec.com

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

Teleste Builds a RFoG Based FttH System for SIEA in France

TURKU, Finland, August 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    - A Significant RFoG Deployment Brings Fibre-to-the-Home for the French Energy and
E-communications Group SIEA

    Teleste Corporation, an international technology group specialised in broadband video
and data communication systems and services, has been chosen to supply optical access
network equipment to SIEA (Syndicat Intercommunal d'energie et de e-communication de l'Ain
[http://www.siea.fr ]), a public body of inter-municipal cooperation that manages energy
and e-communication for the 419 municipalities included in the French eastern region of
Ain.

    Teleste has won the first phase in the public tender by SIEA to bring high speed data
connections to parts of the department of Ain that have little or no access to high speed
internet. The aim is to build a public broadband network that covers more than 90% of
homes and businesses in the region by 2014. Learn more about the project Li@in (Liaison
Internet de l'Ain [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wrJ99tAj85Q&feature=player_embedded ]).

    During 2013, Teleste will deliver optical access network equipment to serve a customer
basis of 45,000 potential network subscribers. The value of the first phase deployment is
approximately 2 million euros, and it also includes an option to continue equipment
deliveries during the phase 2. The estimated value of the second phase deliveries is 1,5
million euros, and it will possibly be confirmed by the end of 2013.

    Teleste's advanced solution is one of first significant implementations in Europe, in
which RFoG (Radio Frequency over Glass) technology will be used to provide DOCSIS based
data services for customers in classical Fibre-to-the-Home (FttH) networks. Replacing the
coax portion of the hybrid fiber coax (HFC) network by a single-fibre passive optical
network (PON), the RFoG technology opens up new business opportunities for operators
especially in areas where coax network is not available. With the RFoG technology,
operators are able to increase network capacity in a cost-efficient way, utilizing their
existing provisioning and billing systems, as well as the traditional HFC network
equipment.

    About Teleste

    Teleste is an international technology company that develops and offers video and
broadband technologies and related services. Our supply of technology contributes to the
convenience and safety of daily living. Our core business is video - image and data
processing, transfer and management. Our customer base consists of cable and telecom
operators, as well as public sector organizations. Our business is divided into two
divisions, which are Video and Broadband Solutions and Network Services. In both areas, we
rank among the world's leading companies and technological forerunners. Video and
Broadband Solutions focuses on access networks and product solutions in video surveillance
applications. Network Services offers comprehensive services for network design,
construction and maintenance. In 2012, Teleste's net sales totalled EUR 194 million, and
the company employed more than 1,300 people. Teleste runs a worldwide network of offices
and more than 90% of its sales are generated outside Finland. The company is listed on the
NASDAQ OMX Helsinki Ltd. For more information see http://www.teleste.com [
C:\Users\paivi.vuori\Documents\Liput ja laput\Templates\www.teleste.com ].

Teleste Corporation

CONTACT: More information: Hanno Narjus, Senior Vice President, Video and Broadband Solutions, Teleste Corporation hanno.narjus@teleste.com; Press contact: Mirkka Lamppu Manager, CEM and Communications, Teleste Corporation, Tel. +358-40-74-88-719, mirkka.lamppu@teleste.com

New KitchenAid® Digital Convection Countertop Oven Provides Full Size Oven Performance

BENTON HARBOR, Mich., Aug. 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Offering the power of 1800 watts with convection technology, nine cooking functions and a digital display, the latest KitchenAid® countertop oven offers cooks a convenient, compact cooking appliance that can take on virtually any culinary challenge.  Similar to the brand's high performing wall ovens and ranges, the new countertop ovens feature Even-Heat(TM) Technology for consistent heat throughout the baking cycle.   

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"Most cooks would agree that a high performance countertop oven capable of handling everything from baking a cake to roasting a chicken or producing a perfectly crisp pizza crust, is worthy of a place on the counter," notes Beth Robinson, senior manager of brand experience for KitchenAid.  "Whether toasting pignoli nuts for a fresh pesto, baking a hot appetizer for guests or testing out a new cake recipe, our latest models offer full-size oven capabilities right on the countertop."     

Designed to promote even heating while accommodating a range of dishes, it features a 12-inch oven capacity with five heating elements and a convection baking option that reduces overall cooking time.  Nine pre-programmed functions include staged cooking cycles that activate heating elements when they are needed to crisp, brown or sear.

"Selecting the Asado Roast function, named for a popular Argentinian cooking style, tells the oven to adjust from a high sear to a lower cooking temperature for superior roasting," note Robinson.  "When the Pizza Function is selected, crisping instead occurs at the end of the cooking cycle."   

Optional convection and frozen modes provide additional versatility, along with manually adjustable time settings and temperature settings of up to 450 degrees.  A deep blue non-stick interior and front removable drip tray allows for easy cleaning.  A My Settings feature remembers the last time and temperature used for pizza, bake, broil, Asado roast, cookies and reheat.  Preprogammed Toast, Bagel and Keep Warm functions easily handle everyday cooking needs.   

Currently available at a suggested retail price of $400, the KitchenAid® 1,800-watt convection countertop oven features a stainless steel finish and includes a 12-inch non-stick deep dish pan, a 12-inch grilling rack and removable cooling rack.   

Since the introduction of its legendary stand mixer in 1919 and first dishwasher in 1949, KitchenAid has built on the legacy of these icons to create a complete line of products designed for cooks.  Today, the KitchenAid brand offers virtually every essential for the well-equipped kitchen with a collection that includes everything from countertop appliances to cookware, ranges to refrigerators, and whisks to wine cellars.  Cook for the Cure®, the brand's partnership with Susan G. Komen for the Cure®, is now in its twelfth year and has raised over $9 million to help find a cure for breast cancer.  To learn why chefs choose KitchenAid for their homes more than any other brand*, visit http://www.KitchenAid.com or join us at http://facebook.com/KitchenAid and http://twitter.com/KitchenAidUSA.

* Based on a 2012 survey, KitchenAid was found to be the home kitchen appliance brand chosen most often by members of the International Association of Culinary Professionals.

SOURCE  KitchenAid

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KitchenAid

CONTACT: Kim Roman, Digitas, 212.350.7822, kim.roman@digitas.com; Jill Sciuto, Digitas,  646.735.7582, jill.sciuto@digitas.com; Beth Robinson, KitchenAid, 269.923.4770, beth_l_robinson@kitchenaid.com

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

BriefCam Announces the Next Generation: BriefCam Syndex

BriefCam's new product range enables users to extract valuable information from video with even more efficient review for better decision-making and faster action

MODI'IN TECHNOLOGY PARK, Israel, August 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    BriefCam(R) (http://www.briefcam.com), the developer and provider of Video
Synopsis(R) solutions for the rapid review, analysis and indexing of video for decision
support, security and safety, today announced BriefCam(R)Syndex, a new product range based
on the company's award-winning technology.

    BriefCam Syndex will launch at ASIS 2013 in Chicago, September 24-27, 2013.

    BriefCam Syndex is a next-generation product range based on Video Synopsis technology.
Video Synopsis is the simultaneous presentation of objects, events and activities that
occurred at different times. Users can pinpoint events of interest, reach targets quickly
and take action as required.

    In addition to offering a powerful set of tools for fast video review. BriefCam Syndex
augments the basic Video Synopsis by allowing users to search video according to
attributes that they define: size, color, speed, direction and location within the frame.
All parameters are under the user's control - including the order of objects displayed in
the Video Synopsis. BriefCam Syndex is offered as a standalone product, or an integrated
or embedded part of the VMS environment. (Preview video: YouTube/BriefCamVS
[http://youtu.be/fISfDd35sXU ]).

    Like all search engines, BriefCam Syndex ranks the Video Synopsis results in order by
probability - from highest to lowest - ensuring that the most relevant events of interest
are presented first.

    "Since launching sales in mid-2010 BriefCam products have been used successfully by
law enforcement and investigative agencies worldwide," said BriefCam CEO & President Dror
Irani. "The BriefCam Syndex product line is a major step forward in our effort to meet
customer needs and stems from the vast experience we've gained during that time."

    "The new product opens BriefCam up to new markets and uses beyond security as it also
serves as a productivity enhancement tool. It enables users to extract value and
actionable information from video that had previously gone unwatched due to time and cost
constraints. With BriefCam, video can now easily be accessed, searched and reviewed, with
rapid video review facilitating proactive modes of use."

    BriefCam Syndex is geared towards a range of user groups and market verticals:

       
        - BriefCam Syndex FS enables law enforcement, security officers, and others
          responsible for the post-event review and investigation of large quantities of video
          files, to review hours in just minutes.
        - BriefCam Syndex FS+ is intended for law enforcement and/or security officer
          teams: multiple users responsible for the post-event review of large quantities of
          video files for investigative purposes, as an individual, group or collaborative
          effort.
        - BriefCam Syndex EP is ideal for small to medium-sized enterprises already
          invested in a VMS environment with up to 200 video cameras and a small team of video
          investigators engaged in post-event and/or real-time video review.
        - BriefCam Syndex EP+ is a scalable solution intended for use by large
          enterprises with more than 100 cameras, able to support an unlimited number of cameras
          and investigators.

    As with all BriefCam products, BriefCam Syndex stresses ease of use, integrating the
user's experience, intelligence and intuition as a vital part of the search and review
process. The human mind and eye are always engaged.

    Irani said, "Video contains potentially valuable data. Until now, most recorded video
was unwatched and eventually dumped along with that information because the existing tools
for reviewing video were impractical. Your cameras and recording equipment are already in
place. Why not exploit them?"

    "Our ultimate goal is to help turn seemingly 'useless' video into useful information
that supports better decision making and faster action."

    BriefCam will present BriefCam Syndex at ASIS 2013, Chicago, September 24-27, 2013,
booths #166 and #1935. Demonstrations for the media may be arranged (details follow).

    About BriefCam

    BriefCam(R), Ltd. is the developer and provider of Video Synopsis(R), an award-winning
technology that summarizes hours of events into a "brief" that takes just minutes to
watch, whether direct video feed or archived footage. BriefCam products interface with a
wide range of video recorders, advanced IP cameras and complement existing surveillance
solutions. The company's mission is to enable the Total Video Review of all footage
recorded for safety and security. BriefCam is winner of the 2013 SIA New Product Showcase
for Video Analytics, the 2012 Israel HLS Technology Innovation Award, the 2011 ASIS
Accolades Award - Surveillance, the 2010 IFSEC Security Industry Award - Best CCTV System
Product, the 2010 Wall St. Journal Technology Innovation Award - Physical Security and
others. Founded in December 2007, BriefCam, Ltd. is headquartered in Modi'in, Israel, with
subsidiaries in Connecticut, USA and Shanghai, China. For more information:
http://www.briefcam.com. Updates: twitter.com/BriefCamVS

       
        Contact:
        Rachel Neiman
        Director of Marketing Communications
        BriefCam Ltd. - http://www.briefcam.com
        Email: rachel.neiman@briefcam.com
        Mobile: +972-54-215-2653 / US mobile at ASIS 2013: +1(617)785-4570

BriefCam Ltd.

The TV Gallery by John Lewis Set to Examine and Challenge the Boundaries Between Art and Technology

LONDON, August 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

            John Lewis has commissioned a group of contemporary artists to create
original pieces of digital video art shown on the latest and previously unseen televisions

                     in the highest and sharpest resolution possible

    John Lewis has created an art exhibition featuring specially commissioned digital art
by contemporary artists displayed on televisions using the latest 4K and OLED technologies
giving viewers a radically enhanced visual experience. The exhibition examines and
stimulates the debate on the growing synergies between art and technology posing the
question of whether or not the future of art is indeed digital.

    The exhibition will act as a platform for the launch of the latest ultra-high
definition TV models by Samsung, Sony, LG and Panasonic with the event acting as the UK
launch of the stunning Samsung Curved OLED television - one of the most highly anticipated
technology launches of 2013. OLED technology is arguably regarded as the most significant
technological advance since televisions moved from black and white to colour.

    Each artist will exhibit works reflecting a range of styles spanning design,
illustration, animation and digital art, including: Luca Agnani, famed for his work
breathing animation into traditional Van Gogh art; Inkie, a London-based painter and
street artist from Bristol; Paolo Ceric from Croatia, who uses coding and programming to
create animated GIFs and 4D experiences; and Yuriy Mironoff, a visual artist from Ukraine
who fuses traditional illustration with exciting, colourful and daring animation.

    The exhibition will be held at the Rook & Raven Gallery in London and will be open to
the public from Thursday 5th September to Saturday 7th September 2013, daily from 10am to
8pm.

    Johnathan Marsh, Head of Buying at John Lewis, said: "John Lewis prides itself on
being able to offer cutting edge technology to its customers first. The TV Gallery will
allow us to showcase the superior performance of some of the world's most advanced
televisions. For our customers purchasing technology products, brilliant design and
market-leading functionality are equally important.

    The TV Gallery has been a fantastic project that has allowed us to show, for the first
time, artwork by a selection of contemporary artists, on ultra-high definition screens,
that offering four times the resolution of current HD televisions."

    Notes To Editors

    About John Lewis

    John Lewis - John Lewis, 'Retailer of the Year 2013' (1), 'The Nation's Best Retailer'
squared and 'Best Retailer 2013' cubed, typically stocks more than 350,000 separate lines
in its department stores. The website stocks over 200,000 products focused on the best of
fashion, beauty, home and giftware and electrical items including online exclusives.
johnlewis.com is consistently ranked one of the top online shopping destinations in the
UK. (http://www.johnlewis.com). John Lewis Insurance offers a range of comprehensive
insurance products - home, car, wedding and event, travel and pet insurance and life cover
- delivering the usual values of expertise, trust and customer service expected from the
John Lewis brand.

    (1) Oracle Retail Week Awards 2013
squared Verdict Consumer Satisfaction Awards 2013
cubed Which? Awards 2013

    #JohnLewisTVGallery

    You can follow John Lewis on the following social media channels:
http://www.johnlewis.com/twitter
http://www.johnlewis.com/facebook
http://www.johnlewis.com/youtube

    About Rook & Raven

    Rook & Raven Gallery was founded in 2010 by Richard Grindy and Rachelle Lunnon, to
encourage alternative artistic practice, forming a bridge between commercial and
progressive art forms from both emerging and established international artists.

    Rook & Raven is a gallery, publisher of fine art prints and books, and creative portal
situated in the heart of London's Fitzrovia district. As an extension of the Gallery's
exhibition portfolio, and through collaborative ties to various creative industries and
outside curators, Rook & Raven has evolved the standard art space into an innovative
nucleus that aims to advance the remit of visual expression.

         For more information please contact Kamran Haider or Alice Harper at Mission

                kamran@thisismission.com / aliceh@thisismission.com /

                                    +44(0)20-7845-7800

Mission

mophie Brightens iPhone 5 Offerings with New Colors for the juice pack helium(TM)

Battery Case Now Available in Blue, Purple, Pink, Green and Red

TUSTIN, Calif., Aug. 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Portable power leader mophie(TM), best known for pumping life back into iPhones and other mobile devices, today announced five distinctive new colors for the juice pack helium: blue, purple, pink, green and red. The new matte-finish, jewel-tone cases wrap serious protection and power in a burst of color, delivering 80 percent more battery life and edge-to-edge protection against the drops, bumps and scratches of everyday mobile device use.

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"The juice pack helium is a necessity for iPhone 5 users who want the most for their mobile lifestyle, whether that means a long day on the road, a longer night on the town, or simply being connected to friends and family," said Ross Howe, mophie's vice president of marketing. "Our new colors allow juice pack fans to select a bright pop of style that reflects their personality while providing a useful on-demand battery to power an on-the-go lifestyle."

The juice pack helium, which launched in February in soft-touch dark metallic and silver metallic finishes, allows users to leave the phone's charger at home thanks to a completely reengineered, ultra-thin form factor that delivers an incredible amount of power at your fingertips. Retailing for $79.95 and available on mophie.com, key features of the juice pack helium include:

    --  Power and Protection with a Purpose--Boasting a 1500mAh rechargeable
        lithium polymer battery, users will feel the difference in the palm of
        their hands, thanks to a thinner design that features a comfortable grip
        surface and shock-resistant bumper for rough bangs or drops. A fully
        charged juice pack gives users:
        --  Up to an additional six hours of talk time on 3G and an extra seven
            hours on Wi-Fi
        --  Up to an additional 30 hours of audio playback
        --  Up to an additional seven hours of video playback
    --  Controlled Power with the Flip of a Switch--Users can simultaneously
        charge the iPhone and juice pack with the included pass through
        micro-USB cable. They can also access a jolt of power for their phone
        whenever they need it most by flipping a simple toggle switch that
        instantly delivers power to a dying iPhone
    --  Accessibility to all Ports and Buttons--A bottom cap design allows users
        to easily secure the iPhone into the case, maintaining complete access
        to the dock connector for on-demand charging, and to power controls,
        volume buttons and the mute switch through perfectly sized openings
    --  Rich, Full Audio Performance--Enhanced forward-facing acoustical
        speakers redirect the iPhone audio toward the user, augmenting playback
        and resulting in a richer, fuller sound quality. An included 3.5mm audio
        jack adapter also allows access by any type of headphone or earbud
    --  Discreet LED Battery Status Indicator--The helium's integrated LED
        status indicator lights up to reveal how much "juice" is left and how
        much time remains?both during use and as it recharges
For more information regarding the juice pack helium and mophie's entire juice pack line of products, please visit http://www.mophie.com. mophie also distributes its products through select retailers, where colors and configurations may vary.

About mophie

mophie is a California-based, award-winning designer and manufacturer of mobile intelligent devices and accessories. Widely acclaimed for innovative solutions, mophie is the proud developer of the juice pack, the first ever "Works With iPhone" portable battery case certified by Apple Inc. mophie products are recognized for style, engineered for performance and created to provide a seamless integration of industrial hardware, electronic software and artistic design. mophie has operations in California, Michigan and China and its products are available through a variety of channels, including Apple stores and select retailers in over 100 countries. Visit mophie.com or join at facebook.com/mophie and on Twitter and Instagram @mophie

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

Skydog Ships on Time to More than 1,000 Kickstarter Backers

Revolutionary Home Network Solution Delivers Unprecedented Visibility and Control to Connected Families

PALO ALTO, Calif., Aug. 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- PowerCloud Systems, a pioneer in cloud networking, has announced that Skydog(TM) is shipping on time this week to more than 1,000 Kickstarter backers. Skydog is an easy-to-use wireless home router and companion mobile application that provides unprecedented visibility and control of the home network.  With Skydog, parents can manage their children's online experience, as well as the security and performance of the devices, applications and users connected to their home network. Skydog will be available to the general public via http://www.Skydog.com in October.

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Before Skydog, parental and security controls on home networks were largely limited to blanket settings made on the router or an individual PC. Skydog changes that paradigm by allowing parents to set individual network access controls for each user, covering all of his or her devices.  Moreover, Skydog allows users to optimize the performance and security of their home networks.  Said Jeff Abramowitz, CEO of PowerCloud Systems, "Our successful Kickstarter campaign enabled a new era in managing the connected home, offering a level of visibility and control that is unavailable through any other platform. Skydog gives parents the means to ensure a productive and healthy Internet experience for their children while also improving the whole family's digital lifestyle."

The innovation of Skydog lies in its patented cloud-powered platform. Skydog includes a powerful Wi-Fi router and a cloud-based application that can be accessed from any connected smartphone, tablet or PC. This allows home network administrators, who are often busy parents, to see and control home Internet usage, even when they are away. Skydog revolutionizes home networking in three key areas:

    --  Real-Time Visibility:
        --  Monitors the network, including who is online, which devices are
            being used, usage tracking of specific sites and how much bandwidth
            is being used.
        --  Sends text alerts when specified issues arise, such as an Internet
            outage, or a new guest seeking to access the network. Skydog also
            speeds the diagnosing of problems such as poor Wi-Fi signals of
            devices.
        --  Notifies the administrator or individual user when time limits on
            specified websites have been reached, even when those websites are
            accessed across multiple devices.

    --  Easy and Powerful Home Network Management:
        --  Actively manages broadband usage by assigning priority bandwidth
            access to certain users, such as a work-at-home parent, or
            applications, such as a streamed movie to the family room
            television.
        --  Enables time limits for specific website access by user, covering
            all devices, and set on a flexible calendar that, for example,
            distinguishes school days from weekends.
        --  Provides firewalled guest access, granting an extra layer of
            security to the family network.
        --  Allows for remote network management, such as a parent's home or
            vacation property, using the same mobile application.

    --  Ease of Set-up and Use:
        --  Installs quickly and easily using the Skydog app.
        --  Organizes attached devices by primary user to simplify and unify
            actions such as setting policies on applications or Internet use.
        --  Easily piggybacks on existing routers or broadband gateways, to
            provide the additional functionality only available with Skydog.
        --  Works on any connected mobile device using a powerful, yet simple
            HTML5-based app,  allowing for anytime, anywhere visibility and
            control of users and devices on the home network.
For more information, please follow Skydog on Twitter and Facebook.

About PowerCloud Systems

PowerCloud® Systems is a leader and industry pioneer for cloud-powered wireless networking. The company's patented and award-winning CloudCommand(TM) technology was invented at the Palo Alto Research Center (PARC) and makes deploying and monitoring Wi-Fi networks and services easy for businesses with mobile customers. The CloudCommand platform is deployed worldwide in hotels, schools, retail chains, managed care facilities and other businesses seeking truly affordable, enterprise-grade Wi-Fi. Investors include PARC, Qualcomm Ventures, Javelin Venture Partners and Walden Venture Capital. More information can be found at http://www.powercloudsystems.com.

Media Contact

Andrew Karl

TriplePoint PR for PowerCloud Systems
akarl@triplepointpr.com

415-955-8500

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Georgia-Pacific Design Studio Features 3D Revit® and SketchUp® Designs

More than 125 files featuring Georgia-Pacific Gypsum products now available

ATLANTA, Aug. 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia-Pacific Design Studio, an online resource portal for the design and construction industry from Georgia-Pacific Gypsum, has expanded its offering to include downloadable files that make 3D design easier, faster and more accurate for architects, specifiers and contractors using Division 9 products.

Now, more than 125 files built in the AutoDesk(®) Revit(®) software and 23 files built in SketchUp, a 3D modeling offering from Trimble Navigation Limited, are available in the Georgia-Pacific Design Studio. The files, which include wall, floor/ceiling combinations; area separation wall; and shaftwall assemblies designed with Georgia-Pacific Gypsum products, can be easily downloaded or imported into Revit or SketchUp for Building Information Modeling (BIM) models. The Revit and SketchUp files - and related resources - are available at http://www.GPDesignStudio.com.

"The addition of simple-to-use commercial assemblies using 3D compatible files is an important tool on our popular online Georgia-Pacific Design Studio," said Mike McCoy, senior director-Product Management and Marketing, Georgia-Pacific Gypsum. "Along with other tools on the site, the Revit and SketchUp files give architects, specifiers and contractors free resources needed to complete their work more efficiently." The designs were built using Revit 2012, which means they are also compatible with Revit 2013 and 2014 versions; and with SketchUp 7.

Other tools available at http://www.GPDesignStudio.com are:

    --  Assemblies Library - searchable database of detailed information,
        illustrations and performance characteristics for numerous wall systems
        and assemblies using Georgia-Pacific Gypsum products
    --  CAD Drawings -2D CAD details of various assemblies, available in
        multiple formats
    --  LEED® Calculation Tools -- concise information about a product's
        potential LEED credit contribution in the U.S. and Canada, including
        specific data regarding recycled content and regional materials
    --  Online Architectural and Roofing Binders - Division 9 and Division 7
        compilations of specifications, working documents and case histories
    --  Residential Wall Systems Comparison Tool - for examining and comparing
        recommended pre-configured wall systems in five climate zones based on
        fundamental performance
Follow Georgia-Pacific Gypsum at http://www.gpgypsum.com; on Twitter @gpgypsum; YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/gpdens or Flickr at http://www.flickr.com/gpdens.

About Georgia-Pacific
Headquartered at Atlanta, Georgia-Pacific is one of the world's leading manufacturers and marketers of building products, tissue, packaging, paper, cellulose and related chemicals. The company employs nearly 35,000 people worldwide. For more information, visit http://www.gp.com

GEORGIA-PACIFIC and the Georgia-Pacific logo are trademarks owned by or licensed to Georgia-Pacific Gypsum LLC.  AUTODESK and REVIT are registered trademarks of AutoDesk, Inc.  SketchUp is a registered trademark of Trimble Navigation Limited.

Media can find more information at http://gp.com/build/gpgypsum-news

CONTACTS

Nicole Lipson

404-652-2535
nglipson@gapac.com

Sylvia O'Hagan, Ketchum

914-693-5135
sylvia.ohagan@ketchum.com

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Georgia-Pacific Gypsum

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