ElcomSoft Brings New Life to iOS Forensics, Adds Physical Acquisition Support for iPhone 4S and 5
MOSCOW, July 17, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
ElcomSoft Co. Ltd. updates iOS Forensic Toolkit, enabling physical acquisition of
certain iOS 5 and iOS 6 devices including iPhone 4S and 5, iPad 2 through 4, iPod Touch
4-5. Support for iPhone 4S and 5 has been highly demanded by forensic customers. By
enabling physical acquisition of last-generation Apple devices, iOS Forensic Toolkit
[http://www.elcomsoft.com/eift.html ] makes forensic analysis of these iOS devices once
again a feasible enterprise.
The acquisition of jailbroken devices gets automated, eliminating previously required
manual steps. The acquisition of legacy devices is now completely automated.
iOS Forensic Toolkit [http://www.elcomsoft.com/eift.html ] continues providing
unrestricted support for legacy iOS devices such as iPhone 4 and earlier. However,
physical acquisition support for last-generation iOS devices is subject to technical
limitations. iPhone 4S and 5, iPad 2-4 can only be acquired if jailbroken or unlocked so
that jailbreak code could be installed. Non-jailbroken devices locked with an unknown
passcode cannot be acquired.
Passcode recovery speed on jailbroken iPhone 5 devices is increased to 15.5 passcodes
per second, allowing iOS Forensic Toolkit to break typical 4-digit passcodes in about 10
minutes.
Physical Acquisition
Physical acquisition preferable for accessing data in iOS devices, returning more
information than any other method such as logical acquisition or backup analysis. Physical
acquisition operates within a definite timeframe, delivering the entire content of a 32-GB
device in under 40 minutes. All protected information including SMS, emails, call history,
contacts, organizer data, Web browsing history, voicemail and email accounts and settings,
stored logins and passwords, geolocation history etc. can be recovered even if the
original passcode is unknown.
Compatibility
Windows and MacOS X versions are available. Physical acquisition support varies
depending on lock state, jailbreak state and the version of iOS installed.
iPhone 4 and older; iPad 1; iPod Touch 1-3: no restrictions, all versions of iOS.
iPhone 4S, 5; iPad 2-4; iPod Touch 4-5: if already jailbroken, or jailbreak can be
installed (iOS up to 6.1.2, device unlocked, passcode not set or known).
About ElcomSoft Co. Ltd.
Founded in 1990, ElcomSoft Co.Ltd. [http://www.elcomsoft.com ] are experts in computer
and mobile forensics, providing tools, training, and consulting services to law
enforcement, forensics, financial and intelligence agencies. ElcomSoft pioneered and
patented numerous cryptography techniques, setting and exceeding expectations by
consistently breaking the industry's performance records.
Extreme Networks and EMC Scale Ethernet Architecture for the Cloud with VSPEX Labs Validation of Extreme's Open Fabric for VSPEX
SAN JOSE, Calif., July 17, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --Extreme Networks, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXTR) today announced that its Open Fabric data center and cloud network architecture has been validated as part of an EMC® VSPEX(TM) solution.
With its EMC VSPEX Labs Validation, Extreme Networks Open Fabric network solution, including the Summit® X670 10 Gigabit Ethernet switch, is positioned to deliver industry-leading speed, low latency, and virtualization support for cloud networking as part of EMC VSPEX Proven Infrastructure.
EMC VSPEX is designed to streamline the deployment of cloud and virtualization technologies. Validated and modular, VSPEX enables customers to make informed decisions about their choice of hypervisor, compute, networking, and storage components, reducing complexity and risk for IT teams.
"Meeting the vital network and storage orchestration requirements are key to further adoption of the cloud," said Jake Howering, Director of Data Center Solutions for Extreme Networks. "We are backing EMC VSPEX solutions with robust and open standards networking, including SDN capable switches, allowing end customers to seamlessly deploy integrated storage networks with server virtualization stacks."
With expected Y/Y growth of up to 40-60% with Integrated Systems in the Data Center, Cloud, and Virtualization space, Extreme Networks is entering new markets to deliver high performing and highly resilient Ethernet solutions. The validation of Extreme Networks technology as part of a VSPEX solution enables channel partners, VAR's and distributors to increase their value-added services portfolio to include disaster recovery, business continuity, business productivity and IT Edge solutions over a defined integrated solution architecture, lowering their own cost to design and deploy solutions. End-users receive solution assurance with simplified deployment, predictable performance and solution flexibility to meet the needs of a fast-paced and demanding environment.
Today, Extreme Networks Open Fabric data center solution supports leading virtualization hypervisors, the OpenStack IaaS cloud platform and other standards-based technologies, and lossless Ethernet storage with Data Center Bridging (DCB).
Extreme Networks
Extreme Networks, Inc. is a technology leader in high-performance Ethernet switching for cloud, data center and mobile networks. Based in San Jose, CA, Extreme Networks has more than 6,000 customers in more than 50 countries. For more information, visit the company's website at http://www.extremenetworks.com.
Extreme Networks. Summit and the Extreme Networks logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Extreme Networks, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. EMC and VSPEX are trademarks or registered trademarks of EMC Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other names are the property of their respective owners.
Except for the historical information contained herein, the matters set forth in this press release, including without limitation statements as to lower cost of ownership, performance and future functionality are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date. Because such statements deal with future events, they are subject to risks and uncertainties, including network design and actual results of use of the product in different environments. We undertake no obligation to update the forward-looking information in this release. Other important factors which could cause actual results to differ materially are contained in the Company's 10-Qs and 10-Ks which are on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission (http://www.sec.gov).
SOURCE Extreme Networks, Inc.
Extreme Networks, Inc.
CONTACT: Gregory Cross, Extreme Networks Public Relations, +1-408-579-3483, gcross@extremenetworks.com
World's First "I" EYE Integrated Intelligent Helmet Invention
LONDON, July 17, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
Following on from the Global success of Reevu's introduction of the World's First
"Rear Vision" Yes, rear vision in a helmet. Reevu have now invented another World first, a
commercially available fully functioning Intelligent Helmet with internal Heads up
Display.
Reevu's development engineers have invented and built Another World first by utilizing
their knowhow and internationally registered patents to develop the World's first
"Intelligent" EYE Helmet device. The knowhow developed over the many years in assembling
complicated Optical devices into articles of headgear while enhancing their impact
resistive capability is the product development in which Reevu has led the World. The
compact Multiple Reflective Optical Systems. M.R.OP.S was the invention that allows a
functioning Helmet that can deliver information without eye strain or unnecessary
distraction to the wearer. "Being able to integrate mobile communication systems in the
form of a heads up display overcomes a number of issues in relation to the environment
that a helmet inhabits. Noise is an issue that visual electronic Data overcomes and we
have Invented, not only a functioning product but a product that has passed most of the
World's international standards, the invention can be used by a number of helmet wearer's,
an example is diagnostic engine Data or GPS capability, while the current product is for
the motorsports sector further products are on the drawing board using the invention"
Markus S. Engineering team leader.
"This invention takes the Reevu business into a $500 billion mobile communications
market, as we negotiate with a number of companies to spin out the innovation into a
number of business sectors utilizing our commercially available optical system, If you
need H.U.D. communications systems in an article of headgear we have the commercially
viable answer" Graham Steele marketing sales Director Reevu.
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The world's most popular social discovery app launches for Android
LOS ANGELES, July 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Tinder for Android has finally arrived. Until now, the world's most popular app for meeting new people was only available to iPhone users on The App Store. After receiving nearly a million requests to make Tinder available for Android users, the company has complied.
"We're excited to finally introduce ourselves to a very large segment of the population that hasn't had the opportunity to experience Tinder yet," says Sean Rad, Tinder CEO and co-founder.
Tinder is a new approach to meeting new people. It gives users control over who they want to connect with so that they are not constantly bombarded with messages or approached by people they don't want to match with. Simply put, Tinder finds out who likes you near by and connects you with them if you're interested, whether it's for dating, friendship or networking.
"We have been experiencing an unbelievable growth trajectory in the U.S. since Tinder's inception and have managed to reach a significant chunk of iPhone users within our target market," says Justin Mateen, Tinder CMO and co-founder. "As we shift our focus to international growth, it only makes sense to launch Tinder for Android, which owns nearly 70% of the smart phone market overseas."
Since its launch in September 2012, Tinder has expanded globally with users in every major country around the world and is currently responsible for 7 billion profile ratings and over 100 million matches between users worldwide.
About Tinder
Tinder is a mobile app that uses intuitive technology to find out who likes you nearby and connects you with them if you are interested. It's simple, fast and fun. Since launching in the U.S. in September 2012, Tinder has expanded globally with users in every major country around the world. Download Tinder for free on the App Store at https:itunes.apple.com/us/app/Tinder/id547702041?mt=8 or for Android at https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tinder or visit http://www.gotinder.com for more information.
Gameloft, a leading global publisher of digital and social games, is proud to announce
that its official Facebook page has reached 10 million fans. Gameloft has always
considered the Community to be an essential part of its development. On this social
network in particular, it has actually grown exponentially, from its first fan when the
page was created in 2009, to its one million fans in September 2011, and finally to its
ten million fans today in 2013! This has ranked Gameloft's official Facebook page among
the top video game publisher pages in terms of fans.
Since Gameloft's Facebook page was created in 2009, millions of conversations, shares,
recommendations and above all a true friendliness among dedicated fans have made this
great community come alive every day. Created to share exclusive game content, promotions
and information about upcoming releases with its players, this page has become a special
place for Gameloft and its community, thanks to the active involvement of the fans.
The ever-growing success of the page can be also attributed to the dedication,
creativity and love of games from 42 Community Managers worldwide, who host 37 local
versions of the page in 16 different languages. No matter the time of day or night, all
year-round, Gameloft is with its fans every day, from the Water Festival in Thailand, to
the Carnival in Brazil, and even Christmas and St. Patrick's Day: many local and global
events lead to specific activities and applications hosted on the Gameloft Facebook page.
"We're very proud to have reached 10 million fans on our Facebook page. This is the
result of our fans' dedication and the unique relationship we've formed with them," states
Benoit Pourgaton, Marketing Director - Product & Digital at Gameloft. "We thank our fans
for all the suggestions and comments they share with us each day, allowing us to improve
ourselves and deliver in return the best experience possible in all our games. We'll
continue to develop and strengthen this close bond with all our fans!"
As a thank you, Gameloft has developed an application where fans can create their own
Facebook infographic, along with an "instant win" game with plenty of prizes to be won.
Everyone will be a winner!
A leading global publisher of digital and social games, Gameloft(R) has established
itself as one of the top innovators in its field since 2000. Gameloft creates games for
all digital platforms, including mobile phones, smartphones and tablets (including
Apple(R) iOS and Android(R) devices), set-top boxes and connected TVs. Gameloft operates
its own established franchises such as Asphalt(R), Real Football(R), Modern Combat, and
N.O.V.A.: Near Orbit Vanguard Alliance(R), and also partners with major rights holders
including Disney(R), Marvel(R), Hasbro(R), FOX(R), Mattel(R) and Ferrari(R).
Gameloft is present on all continents, distributes its games in over 100 countries and
employs over 5,000 developers.
Gameloft is listed on NYSE Euronext Paris (NYSE Euronext: GFT.PA, Bloomberg: GFT FP,
Reuters: GLFT.PA). Gameloft's sponsored Level 1 ADR (ticker: GLOFY) is traded OTC in the
US.
NEW YORK, July 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Continuing its 165-year history of offering the Best, the Only and the Unexpected, Hammacher Schlemmer introduces The iPad Pen, a wireless stylus that makes taking notes on an iPad seem as natural as writing freehand with pen and paper.
Comparable in size and feel to its ink-filled cousins, The iPad Pen transforms an iPad into a familiar notepad when used with free downloadable apps such as IdealNotes or FlyNotes. It allows you to write fluidly and even lets you rest your hand on the screen.
"The iPad Pen is ideal for taking notes during meetings, jotting a quick memo, or sketching a playful doodle," explained Hammacher Schlemmer's General Manager Fred Berns. "Your work is saved as JPEG images on your iPad, so you can edit them and share them on social media sites."
The iPad Pen's receiver plugs into the 30-pin charging port of an iPad, iPad2, or iPod running iOS 3.2 and higher.
The iPad Pen is available from Hammacher Schlemmer for $169.95. For more information about these products, please visit The iPad Pen or contact Trish Hammond at (847) 581-8987 or via e-mail at pr@hammacher.com.
About Hammacher Schlemmer
Hammacher Schlemmer is America's longest running catalog, offering the Best, the Only, and the Unexpected since 1848. The company provides unique products that solve problems or represent the only one of their kind, and backs its products by a rather famous Lifetime Guarantee of Complete Satisfaction. Hammacher Schlemmer's innovative offerings are available through its catalog and online at http://www.hammacher.com.
Rock Out With Razer's All-New Gaming and Music In-Ear Headsets
Razer Hammerhead and Hammerhead Pro Deliver Exceptional Bass and Sound Quality with Unmatched Style
CARLSBAD, Calif., July 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Razer(TM), the world leader in high-performance gaming hardware, software and systems, announced the launch of the Razer Hammerhead series of in-ear headsets, two all-new audio solutions for mobile gaming and music.
The Razer Hammerhead in-ear headsets offer incredible durability and fantastic audio quality from their 9 mm neodymium drivers, making them excellent choices for music listening on the go. The headsets come in two versions - the Razer Hammerhead and the Razer Hammerhead Pro, with the latter sporting an omni-directional microphone with an in-line remote for phone-call control, perfect for convenient voice communication.
Both in-ear headsets are machined out of aircraft-grade aluminum, promising extreme durability, while maintaining a lightweight and comfortable form factor. With a matte, brushed surface finish, these in-ear monitors look as good as they sound.
With interchangeable ear-tips included in three sizes and optional bi-flange attachments, the Razer Hammerhead in-ear headsets offer ultimate sound isolation.
"With numerous mobile PC gaming systems emerging, peripherals that offer both great performance and portability on-the-go are what make the experience complete," says Min-Liang Tan, Razer co-founder, CEO and creative director. "The Razer Hammerhead and Hammerhead Pro's unrivalled durability and deep bass tones are fantastic for any gamer or music listener with an active lifestyle."
The inner acoustics chambers of the Razer Hammerhead in-ear headsets feature a sonically optimized design to increase aural resonance. Paired with high-performance, precision-tuned, 9 mm neodymium drivers, the headsets produce a sound signature packing strong bass while maintaining crystal clear mid-levels and highs.
About the Razer Hammerhead Pro Analog Gaming & Music In-Ear Headset
The Razer Hammerhead Pro In-Ear Headset is an in-ear monitor (IEM) engineered from the ground up to set the standard in portable gaming audio. Machined out of aircraft grade aluminum, the Razer Hammerhead Pro embodies ultimate durability packaged in a lightweight, comfortable form factor.
Encased within each sleek, brushed shell is a high performance, precision-tuned 9mm neodymium driver. Paired with an optimized inner acoustics chamber in each shell, these in-ear monitors produce a sound signature that packs a mean, earth-shattering bass while maintaining crystal clear mids and highs. The Razer Hammerhead Pro comes through with a full-bodied low-end frequency, pounding in the beats without distortion.
Supreme quality sound would be wasted if drowned out by stray, ambient noises. That is why the Razer Hammerhead Pro comes equipped with interchangeable ear-tips in 3 sizes, along with an optional pair of bi-flanges to provide superior sound isolation and bass response.
This exceptional audio solution also features an in-line omnidirectional microphone with one-touch phone call control for crystal-clear, convenient voice communication with mobile devices on the go.
Topped off with a compact carrying case for portability, the Razer Hammerhead Pro epitomizes the way in-ear monitors should be experienced - with style, comfort and aural fidelity.
Price:
Razer Hammerhead Pro - U.S. $69.99 / EU EUR69.99
Availability:
Razerzone.com - Order Now
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Product features:
-- Machined lightweight aluminum body
-- Advanced passive noise isolation
-- Interchangeable ear-tips with bi-flanges
-- Powerful drivers for supreme audio fidelity with extreme bass
-- Compatible with iPhone, Android and mobile devices
-- Omnidirectional microphone
-- Audio/Mic splitter adapter for PC connection
Headphones
-- Drivers : 9 mm Neodymium Magnets with CCAW
-- Frequency Response : 20 Hz - 20 kHz
-- Impedance : 16 O
-- Sensitivity @ 1 kHz : 106 dB
-- Input Power : 1 mW @ 126 mV
-- Cable Length : 1.3 m / 4.27 ft
-- Approximate Weight : 12.5 g / 0.03 lbs
-- Connector: Analog 3.5 mm Combined Jack (Headphone and Mic)
Microphone
-- Frequency response : 50 Hz - 10 kHz
-- Signal to Noise Ratio : 55 dB
-- Sensitivity (@1kHz) : -42 dB +/-3 dB
-- Pick Up pattern : Omni-Directional
Also available are the Razer Hammerhead Analog Gaming & Music In-Ear Headphones for those who do not require voice communications with the IEMs.
Price:
Razer Hammerhead - U.S. $49.99 / EU EUR49.99
Availability:
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About the Razer Group:
Razer(TM) is the world leader in high-performance gaming hardware, software and systems. Founded in 1998, with its headquarters in Carlsbad, California, the company has offices in nine cities around the globe. Used by the most demanding professional gamers who compete in global tournaments, Razer provides gamers with the unfair advantage of cutting-edge technology and award-winning design. We live by our motto: For Gamers. By Gamers.(TM)
Cellebrite Wins 5th Consecutive Forensic 4cast Awards for Phone Forensic Software and Hardware Tools of the Year
PETACH TIKVA, Israel, July 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
Community-driven awards program recognizes vendors and individual honorees
for digital forensics contributions
Cellebrite [http://www.cellebrite.com ], the leading developer and provider of mobile
data forensic solutions, today announced that it has won the Forensic 4cast Awards for
Phone Forensic Hardware Tool of the Year for the Cellebrite UFED Touch, and Phone Forensic
Software Tool of the Year for UFED Physical Analyzer.
Hosted by Lee Whitfield, Forensic 4cast founder, awards nominations opened in January,
and voting took place from April 1 through May 31. A complete list of winners can be found
at http://forensic4cast.com/forensic-4cast-awards/2013-results/. Now in its fifth year,
the Forensic 4cast Awards provide the digital forensic community a platform to nominate
and vote for the best people, companies, and products throughout the industry.
"Winning five consecutive awards is a testament to Cellebrite's ability to keep pace
with rapidly evolving mobile technology, and in a way that meets its forensic customers'
needs," said Whitfield. "The awards results demonstrate our voters' recognition of that
capability, and what it means for them in their day-to-day work."
Ron Serber, co-CEO of Cellebrite, stated: "Our engineers strive to anticipate and
respond to our customers' requirements for high-performance mobile forensic tools. That
they have recognized our efforts for five years running shows that we are innovating in
all the right areas. We look forward to another year of providing the most innovative,
extensive and technologically advanced mobile device support in the industry."
About Cellebrite:
Founded in 1999, Cellebrite is a global company known for its technological
breakthroughs in the cellular industry. A world leader and authority in mobile data
technology, Cellebrite established its mobile forensics division in 2007, with the
Universal Forensic Extraction Device (UFED). Cellebrite's UFED Series solutions enable the
bit-by-bit extraction and in-depth analysis of data from thousands of mobile devices,
including feature phones, smartphones, portable GPS devices, tablets and phones
manufactured with Chinese chipsets.
Cellebrite's UFED Series is the prime choice of forensic specialists in law
enforcement, military, intelligence, corporate security and e-discovery agencies in more
than 60 countries.
Cellebrite is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Sun Corporation, a listed Japanese
company (6736/JQ).
LEGO Group Builds Creative Merchandising Program for "THE LEGO® MOVIE"
-First of 17 Building Sets, Playable Video Game Demo to be Displayed at Comic-Con-
SAN DIEGO, July 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- COMIC-CON INTERNATIONAL -- The LEGO Group today announced that it will produce a collection of movie-inspired building sets celebrating the brand's premiere as a theatrical film. The company has recruited an impressive roster of global partners to a broad, multi-category licensing program to support the much anticipated animated adventure film from Warner Bros. Pictures and Village Roadshow Pictures. Directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller and produced by Dan Lin and Roy Lee, "THE LEGO® MOVIE" is rapidly building buzz following its first released trailer and assembles on the big screen starting in February 2014.
"The LEGO brand has been a vehicle for creative storytelling around the world for decades, so it's no surprise that there is such growing enthusiasm for the first LEGO theatrical film," said Jill Wilfert, vice president licensing and entertainment for The LEGO Group. "We are thrilled to collaborate with our valued partners to build a varied and compelling portfolio of products through which fans of all ages can celebrate this LEGO brand milestone."
Building Sets
Inspired by pivotal scenes in the film and starring key LEGO minifigure characters, a collection of 17 LEGO building sets will deliver all of the "THE LEGO MOVIE" action to the playroom. Fans will delight in highly detailed and functional vehicles and structures that reflect the creative versatility of the movie's many LEGO themed backdrops, such as City, Wild West, and Space. Comic-Con International attendees in San Diego, California will see the first "THE LEGO MOVIE" building set unveiled at the LEGO booth (#2829) on Saturday, July 20.
Additionally, the company's line of collectible LEGO Minifigures will receive its first Hollywood makeover with a series inspired by "THE LEGO MOVIE" cast of 16 new and "new-again" LEGO characters.
Videogame
In related news, Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment today announced that the chart-topping and award-winning LEGO videogames franchise from TT Games will include an epic gaming experience based on the film across all major console and handheld gaming systems. With more than 90 playable characters inspired by the film and 15 exciting levels, kids will be able to build an adventure like never before.
Movie-Inspired Merchandise
A roster of global licensees covering several categories will immerse filmgoers in the world of "THE LEGO MOVIE." Perennial publishing partners Scholastic, Penguin, Ameet and DK Publishing will offer a range of readers, sticker books, activity books and movie guides. Apparel partners include T-shirts from Mad Engine, Isaac Morris, Kabooki, TV Mania and Casco Blu, hoodies from TV Mania, pajamas from SGI Apparel, TV Mania and Kabooki and undergarments from Handcraft Mfg. and Kabooki. Carry Gear and Grown Up will offer bags, including backpacks and cinch bags. Clic Time is producing clocks and buildable watches. MZB Imagination and Funtastic are creating an array of stationery items including notebooks, journals, folders, pens, pencils and pencil cases, erasers, rulers and luggage/bag tags. Functional key lights featuring movie characters are being produced by IQ HK. Storage partner ROOM Copenhagen is producing a lunchbox, lunch set, drinking bottle and storage and sorting boxes.
The Feature Film
"THE LEGO MOVIE" opens in some global markets the first week of February, 2014. The 3D computer animated adventure tells the story of Emmet, an ordinary, rules-following, perfectly average LEGO minifigure who is mistakenly identified as the most extraordinary person and the key to saving the world. He is drafted into a fellowship of strangers on an epic quest to stop an evil tyrant, a journey for which Emmet is hopelessly and hilariously underprepared.
"THE LEGO MOVIE" stars Chris Pratt, Will Ferrell, Elizabeth Banks, Will Arnett, Nick Offerman, Alison Brie and Charlie Day, with Liam Neeson and Morgan Freeman, as the voices of the animated characters. The film is directed by Phil Lord & Christopher Miller ("21 Jump Street," "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs") from their original screenplay, story by Dan Hageman, Kevin Hageman, Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, based on LEGO construction toys. It will incorporate some of the LEGO world's most popular figures while introducing several new characters, inviting fans who have enjoyed the brand's innovative toys and hugely popular video games for generations to experience their visually unique LEGO world as never seen before. The film is produced by Dan Lin ("Sherlock Holmes," "Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows") and Roy Lee ("The Departed," "How to Train Your Dragon"). "THE LEGO MOVIE" will be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, and in select territories by Village Roadshow Pictures.
RadioShack Unveils First College Bookstore Location Slated For 2013
RadioShackU Shop-in-Shop at University Co-op in Austin Delivers Top Tech for Students
FORT WORTH, Texas, July 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Students who visit the University Co-op at the University of Texas at Austin can now browse and buy top consumer electronics products and desired brands available in a new RadioShack-branded section of the college store.
The new shop-in-shop retail space at the University Co-op, which opened on Friday, is just the first college store location that RadioShack plans to open 2013, with additional college bookstores, stretching from New York to San Diego, to be added to the roster throughout the fall. This is a part of the five-year agreement announced earlier this year with NACSCORP, a subsidiary of the National Association of College Stores, to offer an assortment of popular consumer electronics and accessories to the nearly 4,000 college store customers NACSCORP currently serves.
The college bookstore program is part of RadioShack's expansion into non-traditional channels through brand extension and partnership. The college market is key to engaging a new and informed consumer looking for the latest in innovation.
Top Tech at UT Students' Fingertips
RadioShack's retail space within the store consists of a 12-foot section of wall located on the first floor of the University Co-op. It is a one-stop, simple-to-shop spot for students to find the technology they need to keep their lives powered-up, protected and connected.
Whether it's Beats by Dr. Dre or headphones to block out the noise so they can focus on their studies, or an AUVIO Bluetooth speaker that can make any party portable, students can now find brand name and RadioShack's own exclusive private brand products and accessories in the University Co-op, a convenient location they likely pass by several times a day.
"The college consumer is one of the most connected consumers out there, and what better way to introduce the reinvigorated RadioShack brand to this audience than to go where they are, and give them what they need to make their technology not only work for them, but to make their lives more fun," said Joe Magnacca, chief executive officer of RadioShack Corporation. "Non-traditional locations like this one at the University Co-op can serve as a gateway to a new generation of consumers for RadioShack, where we can begin to stake our claim as being the go-to source for the technology they need."
"Unique franchise opportunities like this college store location at the University of Texas allow RadioShack to work with local entrepreneurs to help bring our brand to life in a way that truly resonates for consumers in a localized market. And in Austin, no one knows better how to serve UT students than George Mitchell," said Marty Amschler, senior vice president of franchise at RadioShack Corporation. "We've worked with George to develop a relevant mix of products that will excite and serve the needs of University Co-op customers."
Being the first college store location in the country to debut RadioShackU's shop-in-shop college store offering is another example of the University Co-op team identifying opportunities to stay at the forefront of innovating within the college stores category.
"We're thrilled to have the chance to work with an iconic brand like RadioShack to add the consumer electronics category to what we can deliver for our customers," said George Mitchell, president and CEO of the University Co-op. "We're giving students a convenient choice for their CE needs by featuring the best of the best that RadioShack has to offer with this concept. Our students are able to visit the University Co-op to grab something they need, or perhaps even something they didn't know they needed when they left for class that day."
The opening this fall of college store locations follows closely on the heels of RadioShack's announcement in early July that it is debuting several concept store locations over the next several months to deliver a more interactive and engaging shopping experience. The first of these concept store locations debuted in Manhattan in June.
About RadioShack Corporation
RadioShack (NYSE: RSH) is a leading national retailer of innovative mobile technology products and services, as well as products related to personal and home technology and power supply needs. RadioShack(® )offers consumers a targeted assortment of wireless phones and other electronic products and services from leading national brands, exclusive private brands and major wireless carriers, all within a comfortable and convenient shopping environment. RadioShack employs approximately 30,000 knowledgeable and helpful sales experts globally. RadioShack's retail network includes more than 4,300 company-operated stores in the United States, 270 company-operated stores in Mexico, and approximately 1,000 dealer and other outlets worldwide. For more information on RadioShack Corporation, please visit http://www.radioshackcorporation.com; to purchase items online, please visit http://www.radioshack.com. RadioShack(®) is a registered trademark licensed by RadioShack Corporation.
About University Co-operative Society
The University Co-op is a not-for-profit corporation owned by the students, faculty and staff of the University of Texas at Austin. Since the year 2000, the University Co-op has given over 33 million dollars to UT in the form of gifts, grants and rebates.
The University Co-op has 4 stores in Austin with the main store located at 2246 Guadalupe and 1 store each in Dallas, Ft. Worth, Houston and San Antonio.
New "Tough" Design Creates Powerful Sound in any Environment
SECAUCUS, N.J., July 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America has announced the introduction of the SC-NT10 Portable Wireless Speaker System with Bluetooth(TM) compatibility. With Quad Proof "tough" performance, the speaker system is ideal for outdoor use and a compact size makes it extremely portable, so users can enjoy high-quality audio performance no matter where they are.
"Building on the popularity of other "tough" products in our lineup, Panasonic has created a wireless speaker that is small enough to carry almost anywhere and can handle the elements, but will still produce superior sound quality," said David Fisher, Product Manager, Home Entertainment, Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America. "The SC-NT10 is an ideal audio companion for anyone who loves the outdoors. It's equipped with unique features for ease-of-use including Near Field Communication for easy pairing with mobile devices, and produces crystal clear, powerful sound."
Four "tough" performance traits allow for the Panasonic SC-NT10 to be used in nearly any outdoor setting. The device is Splash Proof*(1 )which enables use near water areas like the pool or beach; Dust Proof*(2) making it well suited for areas such as sandy beaches; Shock Proof*(3 )(passing drop tests from a maximum of 30 inches) which allows impact resistance during use in sports; and Freeze/ Heat Proof*(4) which allows for the device to withstand severe climates, such as hot days under the scorching sun and cold winters on the ski slopes. These Splash Proof, Dust Proof, Shock Proof, and Freeze/ Heat Proof design qualities enable carefree outdoor music in all seasons.
In addition to a durable design, the Panasonic SC-NT10 is equipped with superior sound and dynamic bass, packed in an extremely compact body. The SC-NT10 incorporates two Full Range Speakers (1-3/ 8 inches) and a Passive Radiator (2 inches) to produce crystal clear audio. Additionally, XBS Master, a high-quality music technology developed by Panasonic, is filled with premium sound technology including XBS, which amplifies low-frequency sounds; Multi Band Gain Control, which eliminates unnatural sounds generated in the process of automatically controlling distortion; and H.BASS, which adds harmonics to enable the reproduction of bass sounds at low frequencies, such as 80 Hz or less, which were previously difficult to reproduce with this class of speaker. Using Boost Mode, the SC-NT10 can boost the midrange sounds that are naturally easy to hear, so music that was lost in surrounding noise is clear for comfortable listening.
The Panasonic SC-NT10 Smart Networking features allow for greater ease-of-use. NFC*(5 )(Near Field Communication) enables easy Bluetooth pairing for connection to a smartphone or tablet device by simply passing the device over the SC-NT10. Audio signals that are lost during transmission from a smartphone or tablet are compensated by the Bluetooth(®) Re-master*(6) function for a level of sound quality that virtually equals the originally transmitted sound. In addition to playing music, a built-in microphone allows for hands-free conversation when you get a phone call through your connected smartphone.
The Panasonic SC-NT10 operates on a rechargeable battery*(7) that operates continuously for up to eight hours. Users can also charge their smartphone or tablet device directly from the SC-NT10's USB port.
The Panasonic SC-NT10 Portable Wireless Speaker will be available in Orange/Black and Blue/Black in the fall of 2013 with an SRP of $99.99. A "body suit" accessory, available for an SRP of $29.99, allows the SC-NT10 to easily clip virtually anywhere - on clothing, a bicycle, etc. Please visit http://shop.panasonic.com/shop/model/sc-nt10 for additional product information.
*(1) Specifications are equivalent
of IPX4 of IEC 60529.
*(2) Dustproof performance test
established by the company has
been passed.
*(3) Test where product is dropped
from a height of 76 cm/ 30 inches
in the downward direction (2
surfaces, 8 side surfaces) on a
piece of plywood that is 3 cm/
1-3/16 inches thick has been
passed.
*4 Performance is guaranteed up to
an ambient temperature of 50
degrees C/122 degrees F. For
safety reasons, this device will
automatically shutdown when it
reaches a certain temperature
level.
*5 The installation of the
Panasonic Music Streaming App is
required, before using the NFC
with the smartphone and tablet.
App is available on the App Store.
App St degrees ore is a service
mark of Apple Inc. App is
available on Google Play(TM). OS
Version 2.3.3 or later, Android
device compatible with NFC only.
Google Play and Android are
trademarks of Google Inc.
*6 The Bluetooth(R) word mark and
logos are owned by the Bluetooth
SIG, Inc. and any use of such
marks by Panasonic Corporation is
under license. Other trademarks
and trade names are those of their
respective owners.
*7 Recharge the batteries in an
environment where temperature is
within the range of 5 to 35.
About Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America
Based in Secaucus, N.J., Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America, a Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America, the principal North American Subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation and the hub of Panasonic's U.S. marketing, sales, service and R&D operations, offers a wide-range of consumer solutions in the U.S. and Canada. The Company's portfolio of innovative consumer products ranges from VIERA Smart TVs, Blu-ray players, LUMIX Digital Cameras, Camcorders, Home Audio, Cordless Phones, Home Appliances, Wellness and Personal Care products and more.
Tektronix Delivers Advanced Analysis and Compliance Test Solution for MHL® 2.1
Provides the Industry's Only One-Box Solution for PHY, Protocol Testing of Latest Mobile High-Definition Link Standard
BEAVERTON, Ore., July 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Tektronix, Inc., the world's leading manufacturer of oscilloscopes, today announced availability of the industry's only one-box solution for physical and protocol compliance testing for the latest Mobile High-Definition Link (MHL®) Compliance Test Specification (CTS) 2.1 covering transmitter (Tx), receiver (Rx), dongle and cable testing for both physical (PHY) and protocol layers.
The MHL specification was developed by Nokia Corporation, Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., Silicon Image, Inc., Sony Corporation, and Toshiba Corporation as a standard for connecting mobile phones and portable devices to HDTVs and large displays. MHL technology enables mobile devices to output home theatre quality video and digital audio to HD displays while simultaneously charging the device. MHL-enabled products include smartphones, tablets, DTVs, TV accessories, Blu-ray Disc(TM) players, audio / video (AV) receivers, monitors, projectors, adapters, automotive accessories, cables, and more. The new MHL CTS 2.1 specification adds direct attach device testing and cable tests while introducing new test methods for data eye diagram and clock jitter tests, all supported by Tektronix.
"Like everything mobile, the MHL standard is evolving quickly and it is critical that engineers developing mobile products can turn to a test and measurement provider with support for the latest features and developments," said Brian Reich, general manager, Performance Oscilloscopes, Tektronix. "Tektronix is closely aligned with the MHL Consortium, which allows us to quickly enhance our solution to meet our customers' test requirements. What's more, customers can use their existing MHL 1.2 and 2.0 setups for MHL 2.1 testing, thus protecting their investments in our solutions."
Tektronix's innovative MHL protocol analyzer software leverages the same Tektronix real-time oscilloscope, such as a DPO/DSA/MSO70000 Series, used for physical layer testing to provide a complete MHL protocol test solution. This one box solution enables a seamless transition between physical and link layers.
Testing efficiency is further enhanced with direct synthesis-based Rx and dongle testing that provides accurate MHL signal generation including all of the impairments necessary to meet MHL CTS 2.1 requirements. The direct synthesis solution provides easier, more repeatable test set-ups and lower cost compared to complex sink-based solutions for generating signal impairments.
"The MHL standard continues to grow and with over 200 adopters and an installed base of more than 260 million products from many of the world's leading consumer and mobile device companies, advanced testing solutions are vital to ensure interoperability across compatible devices," said Solomon Langley, General Manager of Simplay Labs, the leading solutions provider of high-definition testing programs for consumer electronics and mobile industries. "The ongoing collaboration between Tektronix and Simplay Labs ensures that manufacturers have proven test resources that will help them bring fully compliant MHL 2.1 devices to market quickly."
Availability
Option MHD with MHL CTS 2.1 support is available now worldwide. Setups used for MHL CTS 1.2 and 2.0 testing can continue to be used for CTS 2.1.
Wondering what else Tektronix is up to? Check out the Tektronix Bandwidth Banter blog and stay up to date on the latest news from Tektronix on Twitter and Facebook.
About Tektronix
For more than sixty-five years, engineers have turned to Tektronix for test, measurement and monitoring solutions to solve design challenges, improve productivity and dramatically reduce time to market. Tektronix is a leading supplier of test equipment for engineers focused on electronic design, manufacturing, and advanced technology development. Headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon, Tektronix serves customers worldwide and offers award-winning service and support. Stay on the leading edge at http://www.tektronix.com.
About Simplay Labs
Simplay Labs, LLC, based in Sunnyvale, Calif., is the leading solutions provider of technologies, testing programs, development tools, and interoperability and performance design standards for the high-definition (HD) consumer electronics and mobile industries. The Simplay HD(TM) Testing Program is comprised of leading consumer electronics manufacturers and technology providers focused on delivering fully compatible products for consumers. As a result, consumers making home theater component purchases can be confident that Simplay HD verified systems exhibit the highest levels of interoperability performance and are ready to receive and play premium digital content, regardless of manufacturer. Simplay Labs is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Silicon Image, Inc. (NASDAQ: SIMG).
Tektronix is a registered trademark of Tektronix, Inc. All other trade names referenced are the service marks, trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
First Free Expansion Coming August 22, Knight of the Feywild Pack Available Now
REDWOOD CITY, Calif., July 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Perfect World Entertainment Inc. and Cryptic Studios are pleased to announce that the widely-acclaimed free action MMORPG Neverwinter, set in the Dungeons & Dragons® Forgotten Realms(®) universe from Wizards of the Coast, is launching its first content expansion, Fury of the Feywild, on August 22, 2013. This free Module allows players to explore the enchanted woods of Sharandar, play as Sun and Moon Elves, collect new weapons and items, earn new rewards, encounter new creatures, and much more.
"We're excited to announce the release date of our first free expansion -- what we and D&D fans call a Module -- for Neverwinter." said Cryptic Studios CEO, Jack Emmert. "Come August 22, we're releasing our first expansion. That's less than two months from launch; pretty cool. New and exciting content is at the heart of making and expanding a persistent world. Our goal is to deliver engaging and constant updates to our players so that they always have something new to discover in game. Fury of the Feywild is the first of many Modules to come in Neverwinter."
Fury of the Feywild, the first Module for Neverwinter, is a free content expansion that chronicles an attempt by Fomorian Giants to seize the Elven outpost of Sharandar. More details about Fury of the Feywild can be found on the official website: http://nw.perfectworld.com/module1
"This new content for Neverwinter continues to support our goal of creating fantastic digital D&D experiences," said Nathan Stewart, Brand Director for D&D at Wizards of the Coast. "Neverwinter is one of D&D's most iconic settings, and Fury of the Feywild is a fantastic addition to keep this exciting story going."
Perfect World Entertainment Inc. is also pleased to unveil first details for the Neverwinter Knight of the Feywild Pack and Feywild Starter Pack. Starting today, Neverwinter fans can get their hands on two new packs that will help them on their quests throughout Sharandar.
The two versions of the Feywild Pack available for purchase are:
Knight of the Feywild Pack
The Knight of the Feywild Pack costs $59.99 USD (valued at $149.99) and supplies adventurers with virtual goods to aid them in their quest for glory:
-- Unique 'Moon Elf' Race
-- Unique 'Dawn Unicorn' Mount
-- Unique 'Sylph Companion'
-- New Moonsilver Regalia Fashion Set
-- Loamweave Enchantment
-- Stone of Earth
-- Unique 'Knight of the Feywild' In-game Title
-- One Extra Character Slot
-- Adventurer's Helper Pack, containing Six Different Types of In-game
Items
-- 600,000 Astral Diamonds, an In-game Currency
Feywild Starter Pack
The Feywild Starter Pack costs $19.99 USD (valued at $49.99) and supplies adventurers with virtual goods to aid them in their quest for glory:
-- Unique 'Portal Hound' Companion
-- Feywild Hunter's Ring
-- Fine Elven Silk Bag
-- Adventurer's Helper Pack, containing Six Different Types of In-game
Items
To take advantage of these pack offers, players may visit: http://nw.perfectworld.com/feywildpack/
Neverwinter is a free action MMORPG that features fast-paced action combat with epic dungeons. Players explore the vast city of Neverwinter and surrounding countryside, learning the vivid history of the iconic city and battling its many enemies. In Neverwinter, players can also create their own quests and campaigns with the Foundry, a user-generated content tool. Foundry quests and stories can then be seamlessly integrated into the live game world.
For more information about Neverwinter, and to begin playing now for free, please visit the official website: http://www.PlayNeverwinter.com
ABOUT PERFECT WORLD ENTERTAINMENT INC.
Perfect World Entertainment is a leading North American online games publisher specializing in immersive free-to-play MMORPGs. Founded in 2008, Perfect World Entertainment has published a number of popular titles, including Blacklight Retribution, Forsaken World, Perfect World International and Star Trek Online. The company works closely with its American development teams and partners such as Cryptic Studios, developer of the highly acclaimed MMORPG Dungeons & DragonsNeverwinter, and Runic Games, developer of the hit Torchlight series, to provide unparalleled quality of service and game experiences to its players. A subsidiary of Perfect World Co., Ltd. (NASDAQ: PWRD), Perfect World Entertainment is headquartered in Silicon Valley, California. For more information, please visit: http://www.perfectworld.com
ABOUT CRYPTIC STUDIOS, INC.
Cryptic Studios, Inc. is a leading developer of online games committed to delivering the next level of gameplay. Cryptic Studios, Inc. develops AAA titles for PC and is rapidly diversifying its portfolio of games to expand beyond the traditional MMORPG genre. Its successfully launched titles include "Champions Online: Free for All," "Star Trek Online" and "Dungeons & Dragons: Neverwinter." Cryptic Studios, Inc., a subsidiary of Perfect World Co., Ltd. (NASDAQ: PWRD), is located in Los Gatos, CA.
ABOUT WIZARDS OF THE COAST
Wizards of the Coast LLC, a subsidiary of Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ:HAS), is the leader in entertaining the lifestyle gamer. Wizards' players and fans are members of a global community bound together by their love of both digital gaming and in-person play. The company brings to market a range of gaming experiences under powerful brand names such as MAGIC: THE GATHERING, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, and KAIJUDO. Wizards is also a publisher of fantasy series fiction with numerous New York Times best-sellers. For more information about our world renowned brands, visit the Wizards of the Coast Web site at http://www.wizards.com.
Dungeons & Dragons, Neverwinter, their respective logos, Forgotten Realms, Fury of the Feywild, Magic: The Gathering, and all character names are trademarks of Wizards of the Coast LLC in the U.S.A. and other countries. All rights reserved. Kaijudo is a trademark of Wizards of the Coast/Shogakukan/Mitsui-Kids.
DoubleBeam Creates First e-Check App for Local Merchants on Leaf's Payments Tablet
App Makes Check Acceptance Easier, More Reliable and Secure for Small Businesses
PASADENA, Calif., July 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- DoubleBeam, provider of various mobile retailing solutions, today announced the first e-Check app for local merchants built on the Leaf commerce platform. The app enables small and medium size businesses (SMBs) to quickly and easily accept checks from their customers and have the associated funds delivered into their merchant accounts as quickly as the next business day. Merchants using Leaf to run and grow their business can simply download the e-Check app to their LeafPresenter POS and then begin processing checks by snapping pictures of them with the tablet's built-in camera.
"Leaf has done a great job focusing on the needs of SMBs and building an open and accommodating platform to meet their varying needs. We're very excited to partner with Leaf and leverage our mobile SDK to add value to their solution, merchant customers, and ultimately provide flexibility of payments to consumers," says DoubleBeam CEO Ted Tekippe.
DoubleBeam's e-Check app is one of the first publicly-announced apps for the Leaf Appstore, the first app store dedicated to the needs of brick and mortar businesses. The recently announced Leaf Appstore enables third-party developers such as DoubleBeam to extend the core features built into the LeafPresenter POS tablet and LeafBusiness, the company's cloud-based management and analytics portal.
"Running a small business has become much more complicated than it should be, and many times that's because merchants are forced to work the way their technology works," said Aron Schwarzkopf, Leaf's founder and CEO. "By building our own POS tablet that includes the latest technology, and then opening the platform for creative developers to solve common challenges merchants face, we're making sure they can work the way they want to. DoubleBeam's e-Check app is a great example of that."
In addition to its open platform for third-party developers, Leaf maintains an agnostic approach to payment acceptance, meaning that merchants using its platform can work with virtually any payment provider of their choice - from traditional credit card and gift card processors, to next generation payment methods and a number of digital wallets. With DoubleBeam's e-Check app, they can now use the LeafPresenter to accept checks just as easily.
About DoubleBeam
DoubleBeam provides white-labeled mobile retailing solutions for retailers, including payment, data capture, and targeted marketing services. DoubleBeam allows retailers to see huge savings on transaction fees, increased marketing ROI and enriched customer engagement. Additionally, because DoubleBeam operates in a secure cloud-based environment, the solution is easily integrated into existing POS systems. DoubleBeam is located in Pasadena, California. Visit http://www.doublebeam.com for more information.
About Leaf
Leaf empowers local merchants to run and grow their businesses by providing a mobile payment platform built for local commerce. Leaf's cost-effective product helps retail stores, restaurants, and other local merchants improve the speed and ease of checkout and offers easy-to-use business management, analytics, and customer engagement. By making the complex tasks of running a business easy, Leaf allows merchants to spend more time focusing on what's important - the needs of their customers. For more information on how Leaf is transforming Point of Sale into Point of Smart, visit http://www.leaf.me.
First of its Kind XO Tablet Helps Kids Learn and Explore Their Dreams
XO Tablet Makes Learning Fun with Free Educational Apps Plus Full Android Functionality On the Only Multilingual, Multi-User, Google-Certified Tablet
New tablet designed and developed by One Laptop Per Child for sale in the U.S. by strategic partner, Vivitar
EDISON, N.J., July 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The new family-friendly XO Tablet debuts July 16 on Walmart.com and will be in Walmart stores on August 1, and will provide kids with a fun and exciting new way to build, learn and dream at their own pace via a powerful Android tablet packed with free educational games, apps, videos, e-books and more. The flexible tablet also grows with the family offering up to three separate user accounts plus full-fledged Android tablet functionality with parental-controlled access to conventional Android apps and the Google Play store.
"The XO Tablet is the first and only tablet designed specifically to help kids explore their dreams and spark their imaginations," said Jeff Saka, president of Vivitar. "Not only does it combine active learning with fun, imaginative play, but parents can also feel confident in giving the durable and secure XO Tablet to children of any age--and they can even use it themselves."
The only multilingual (English/Spanish) and Google-Certified tablet for kids on the market, the XO Tablet and on-board XO Learning System were designed and developed by One Laptop per Child (OLPC) to harness the power of a touchscreen device to create new ways for children to learn. The tablet's child-friendly interface, cover and packaging were developed by legendary designer Yves Behar and his team at the Fuse Project. Priced affordably at just $149.99 MSRP, the XO Tablet from Vivitar features a 7-inch 1024 x 600 dpi hi-resolution screen and a 1.64GHz dual-core processor running the latest Android Jelly Bean OS with nearly 8 hours of battery life to deliver a high-performance user experience at an exceptional value. The tablet will also be available in Canada and Europe in the French and Italian languages later this year.
"Touchscreens are intuitive for children, making the XO Tablet an optimal platform for educational interaction and creativity and ideal for our US retail debut with Vivitar," noted Rodrigo Arboleda, Chairman and CEO, OLPC. "With the XO Learning System at the center of this tablet, OLPC along with our content partners, are able to offer curated, state-of-the-art learning technology to kids and their families across the country."
XO Learning System content has been curated and selected for age-appropriateness and learning value by OLPC in collaboration with Common Sense Media, a leading non-profit organization dedicated to helping parents and teachers make informed decisions about media. Additional OLPC partners include Oxford University Press, Discovery Kids Puterbugs, TED, Story Emporium, MyCityWay, Pipo Ceibal, Little Pim, WeWantToKnow-DragonBox, JokerWare, Zeptolab, Brain POP, Kids Yoga Journey, Bankeroo, Sesame Street and others.
Dreams Dashboard and On-Board Apps Provide World-Class Educational Curriculum
The XO's unique Dreams interface lets kids explore more than 100 free pre-loaded apps, games, books and other content--over a $200 value--based on subject areas, interests and skill level. Children can choose their own learning adventure depending on what they want to be today, or when they grow up. Options like "I want to be an..." XO Artist, Engineer, Chef, Mathematician, Musician, Teacher, Traveler and more give kids a wide array of activities to choose from with content created by world-class partners.
XO Journal, Parental Controls Provide Insight and Security
The XO Tablet is designed to help parents become actively involved in their child's tablet use and learning progress. With support for up to three user accounts, parents can set specific permissions for each user to control access to apps, the Internet, games and Google Play. These password-protected privileges can be adjusted anytime as the child matures to offer wider access and more capabilities.
With the innovative XO Journal tool, parents can gain unique insight into how each child is using the device, how much time they spend on each app, and where their interests and strengths lie. Parents can even view each child's learning progress and how their performance compares to other children of their age.
Each XO Tablet features both a front- and rear- facing camera and comes with a protective bumper case and charger. The The XO Tablet is available now on Walmart.com and is coming soon to other other U.S. Retailers, including Walmart stores. For more information, visit http://www.xotablet.com
About Vivitar
Vivitar is a leading provider of photographic, audio and optic devices and related accessories with a rich 75-year heritage of technology innovation and affordability dating back to 1938. Building off the success of its legendary Series-1 lenses and flashes, the company has steadily expanded its product portfolio to include cameras, camcorders, accessories and now tablets tailored to the needs of today's families. Vivitar is headquartered in Edison, New Jersey, with additional offices across the United Kingdom, Latin America, Canada and Hong Kong, and global retail distribution spanning more than 100,000 locations in both mass market and specialty channels. For more information, visit http://www.vivitar.com
About XO Tablet, XO Learning and One Laptop per Child
The XO Tablet has been fully designed and developed by OLPC to harness the power of a connected touchscreen device to create new ways for children to learn. Its launch also marks the global debut of the XO Learning System, designed as a child-centric interface to empower kids to build, learn and dream as part of OLPC's mission. OLPC was launched in 2005 at the MIT Media Lab as a project to provide a modern education to every child around the world through access to laptops and connected devices. The organization has since distributed 2.5 million of its specially designed XO laptops to children in 60 countries, and the XO Tablet extends that experience into a modern tablet form factor.
LeapFrog's New LeapPad(TM) Ultra Recognized As Top 2013 Holiday Toy
Just unveiled, LeapPad Ultra tops major UK retailers' hot holiday toys lists
EMERYVILLE, Calif., July 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- LeapFrogEnterprises, Inc. (NYSE: LF), the leader in children's learning tablets, today announced that LeapPad((TM)) Ultra has been named one of the Top 10 holiday items for 2013 by two major U.K. retailers. According to Hamleys and The Entertainer, the top toy retailers in the U.K, the highly anticipated LeapPad Ultra will be a must-have item for children this holiday season.
Just unveiled at the end of June, the new LeapPad Ultra is kid-tough and works with LeapFrog's unique library of more than 800 life-changing content experiences designed or approved by LeapFrog's highly experienced team of learning experts. LeapPad Ultra is kid-ready right out of the box with Wi-Fi, enabling kid-safe peer-to-peer play across devices, and LeapSearch(TM) by Zui(TM), a proprietary kid-safe web browser that parents can trust. Unique to LeapPad Ultra, the seven-inch DUO TECH(TM) high-resolution screen is designed to help children learn to write using a stylus while supporting interactive touch experiences. Additionally, LeapPad Ultra features a sleek new look, a long-lasting rechargeable battery, and front and back cameras and video recorders plus 8 GB of storage for photos, apps, videos and more.
"We are thrilled that less than a month after unveiling LeapPad Ultra two of the biggest retailers in the U.K have already named our tablet a Top 10 item for children this holiday season," said John Barbour, chief executive officer at LeapFrog. "Children will want LeapPad Ultra for its sleek, cool styling and incredibly fun and engaging play experiences, but more importantly, parents understand our LeapPad Ultra is built kid tough and includes the quality content experiences only available with our LeapFrog learning library of world-class games, apps, eBooks, videos, music and more making it the best learning tablet for their child."
World-Class Learning Library
The LeapPad Ultra content library features more than 800 world-class games, apps, eBooks, videos, music and more that have been designed or approved by LeapFrog's learning experts. LeapFrog's robust learning library is a combination of LeapFrog's top-quality educational entertainment and engaging content from the biggest names in children's entertainment, and is built against a proprietary curriculum of 2,600 skills across math, reading, science, creativity and more. The LeapFrog learning library offers children unique, world class learning content including personalized profile-based curriculum starting points, innovative hints and prompts, and milestones that provide children with the most appropriate and engaging experiences. Select games and apps automatically adjust the level to challenge children at just the right pace, creating a personalized learning experience as each child progresses through the content.
Availability
LeapPad Ultra will be sold at MSRP $149.99 and is recommended for children 4 to 9 years old. Downloadable apps are priced at MSRP $5.00 and up and game cartridges at MSRP $24.99. LeapPad Ultra will be available for pre-sale at leapfrog.com and at major online retailers in the U.S., Canada, UK and Ireland beginning July 17 and available at major retail locations early August. LeapPad Ultra will also be available in select countries such as Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Hong Kong, Singapore, Philippines, Korea, Thailand and other Asian countries later in the fall.
About LeapFrog
LeapFrog Enterprises, Inc. is the leader in educational entertainment for children. LeapFrog's award-winning product portfolio helps millions of children achieve their potential by delivering best-in-class curriculum through engaging content, fun multimedia learning platforms and toys. The Learning Path, LeapFrog's proprietary online destination for parents, provides personalized feedback on a child's learning progress and offers product recommendations to enhance each child's learning experience. Through the power of play, LeapFrog's products and curriculum help children of all ages prepare for school and life success. LeapFrog's products are available in more than 45 countries and have been used by teachers in more than 100,000 U.S. classrooms. LeapFrog is based in Emeryville, California, and was founded in 1995 by a father who revolutionized technology-based learning solutions to help his child learn how to read. Learn more at http://www.leapfrog.com.
Kenshoo Unveils ActiveCluster[TM]Technology, Taking Algorithmic Bidding for Search Engine Marketing to New Heights Using New Lows
LONDON, July 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
- Patent-pending technology improves four Kenshoo bidding policies, enables small
campaigns with low levels of data to use algorithmic bidding for first time, and improves
accuracy for large campaigns
"ActiveCluster takes a unique and dynamic approach compared to other technology on the
market today by using new, more intelligent ways of grouping keywords to make better
predictions about the value of each keyword," said Moti Meir, VP, Head of Research at
Kenshoo. "By grouping keywords based on all the information available about them,
Kenshoo's new ActiveCluster-powered algorithms can bid more effectively, even when low
volumes of data are present."
By lowering the conversion data requirement, ActiveCluster removes a potential barrier
for marketers hoping to take advantage of algorithmic bidding to improve campaign results.
Moreover, unlike other market solutions that manually group keywords into folders based on
one attribute to create data sufficiency, Kenshoo's ActiveCluster technology automatically
clusters keywords based on all data available and reevaluates the groupings every day to
ensure optimal performance is achieved.
"With ActiveCluster, Kenshoo continues its track record of innovation and delivers
another competitive advantage to search marketers. Algorithmic bidding offers a tremendous
advantage in today's marketplace, and Kenshoo's ActiveCluster technology makes it more
accessible and effective than ever to deliver industry leading ROI on behalf of our
Fortune 500 customers," said Bryan Boettiger, Co-Founder & Chief Strategy Officer at
Parallel Path [http://www.parallelpath.com ].
ActiveCluster works in conjunction with four of Kenshoo's algorithmic keyword bidding
models: Bid to ROI, Bid to CPC, Bid to Position, and Revenue to Product Targets (a bespoke
model for Product Listing Ads). Each of these models dictate how the algorithm should bid
on various keywords to achieve the desired return on investment, cost-per-click, position
on the search engine results page or revenue for a specific product. Kenshoo's
ActiveCluster technology makes each of these policies more accessible, accurate, and
effective.
About Kenshoo
Kenshoo is a digital marketing technology [http://www.kenshoo.com ] company that
engineers premium solutions for search marketing, social media and online advertising.
Brands, agencies and developers use Kenshoo Search, Kenshoo Social, Kenshoo Local and
Kenshoo SmartPath to direct more than GBP16 billion in annual client sales revenue. The
Kenshoo platform delivers Infinite OptimisationTM through closed-loop targeting, universal
integration, and dynamic attribution. Kenshoo's adaptive technology, proven algorithms,
and unmatched scale power campaigns in more than 190 countries for nearly half of the
Fortune 50 and all 10 top global ad agency networks. Kenshoo's UK clients include Accor,
Burberry, GroupM, Havas Media, John Lewis and Tesco. Kenshoo has 16 international
locations and is backed by Sequoia Capital, Arts Alliance and Tenaya Capital. Please visit http://www.Kenshoo.com for more information.
Kenshoo brand and product names are trademarks of Kenshoo Ltd. Other company and brand
names may be trademarks of their respective owners.
Blue Startups Accepting Applicants for Second Cohort
Henk Rogers' Next Business Idea Up for Grabs
HONOLULU, July 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Startups, the Hawaii-based technology accelerator with an Asia and Pacific focus, is accepting applications for a second cohort of startup companies. Founded by Henk Rogers of Blue Planet Software (sole agent of Tetris(®)), Blue Startups provides investment capital and mentorship to startup companies in Hawaii.
"Blue Startups' first cohort has outperformed our expectations," said Rogers. The first eight companies that have gone through the Blue Startups program have collectively attracted more than $3 million in investment capital. According to program alumni, the mentorship and support received at Blue Startups was critical in moving their business to the next level.
"The mentorship was right on point and highly relevant to our company," said Dave Kosuki, chief executive officer of Tow Choice.
Blue Startups is recruiting capital-efficient and scalable-technology companies, including Internet, software, mobile, gaming and e-commerce. The program accepts up to ten companies for each cohort. The next application deadline is July 31, 2013.
Blue Startups is introducing an opportunity to the second cohort: "Henk's Wild Card." In addition to the regular program, entrepreneurs will be able to apply for the opportunity to develop Rogers' next business idea.
Blue Startups has a network of more than 50 mentors who assist in accelerating the startup companies in the program. Blue Startups has funding from the State of Hawaii, Hawaii Strategic Development Corporation and private investors.
"Our island state is earning the brand of 'Startup Paradise' as the word spreads about the globally competitive nature of our entrepreneurs," said Chenoa Farnsworth, Blue Startups managing director.
Each participating company receives an up-front investment of $20,000 and access to more than $500,000 in services. Workspace for each founding team (up to three people) is provided at Blue Startups Honolulu offices. In exchange for the capital and in-kind services provided, Blue Startups takes an equity stake in each company.
Blue Startups is a technology accelerator founded by Henk Rogers, founder of Blue Planet Software (sole agent of Tetris(®)). Blue Startups concentrates on helping scalable-technology companies including Internet, software, mobile, gaming and e-commerce compete on a global scale. Part of the Global Accelerator Network, Blue Startups aims to become a nexus of entrepreneurial activity in Hawaii, and between Asia and Continental U.S. For more information, visit: http://www.bluestartups.com.
AT&T Customers Can Get A New Smartphone Or Tablet Every Year With No Down Payment With "AT&T Next"
No Down Payment, No Upgrade or Activation Fees, and All On The Nation's Fastest 4G LTE Network
AT&T 4G LTE Now Covers More than 225 Million People
DALLAS, July 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, AT&T* introduces what's next in wireless. Beginning nationwide on July 26, consumers can get a new AT&T smartphone or tablet every year with no down payment, no activation fee, no upgrade fee and no financing fees.**
With AT&T Next, customers purchase a smartphone or tablet with no down payment and agree to pay monthly installments for the device. After 12 payments, they can trade it in and upgrade to a brand new device -- again with no down payment -- or they can keep using their device and have no more payments after 20 months. AT&T Next is available for new AT&T customers or existing customers who are upgrade eligible.
"With AT&T Next, customers can get the newest smartphone or tablet every year with no down payment. That's hard to beat, and it's an incredible value for customers who want the latest and greatest every year," said Ralph de la Vega, president and chief executive officer of AT&T Mobility.
AT&T's 4G LTE network now covers more than 225 million people nationwide and 328 markets. AT&T's 4G LTE deployment is expected to cover 300 million people by year-end 2014, with nearly 90 percent of the build completed by the end of this year.
The great performance of AT&T's network continues to be validated by independent third-party testing. AT&T 4G LTE service was recognized as having faster average download and upload speeds than any of our competitors in PCWorld/TechHive's most recent 20-market speed tests -- the second consecutive year that AT&T has ranked first overall. PCWorld/TechHive also ranked AT&T's as the fastest combination of 3G and 4G services in the 20 cities it tested.*** And AT&T was named America's fastest 4G LTE network in PC Magazine's 2013 Fastest Mobile Networks 30-market study -- and also swept the top rankings in all six U.S. regions from coast to coast: Northeast, Southeast, North-Central, South-Central, Northwest and Southwest.****
AT&T Next is available for any current smartphone or tablet in AT&T's industry-leading selection of devices. The interest-free monthly device installments range from $15 to $50, depending on the device selected. For example, a customer purchasing a Samsung Galaxy(®) S4 would have no down payment and pay $32 per month, in addition to the monthly wireless service plan they choose, with the option to trade in their device and upgrade after 12 payments or to keep using the device and pay off the installment plan in full after 20 months. There's no penalty for paying off the installment plan early.
AT&T offers a broad choice of device purchasing options. In addition to AT&T Next, customers continue to have their choice of all current options, including getting a discounted device with a two-year service commitment; paying full retail price for a device with no-commitment; getting a partial discount for an early upgrade after six months with a two-year service commitment; or bringing their own compatible device.
*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.
**Requires 20-month 0% APR installment agreement & qualifying credit. Wireless service req. (voice & data for smartphones/data for tablets). If you cancel wireless service, remaining balance on device becomes due. Sales tax due at sale. Qualifying devices only. Upgrade after 1 yr.: Req. min. 12 installment payments, acct. in good standing, plus trade-in of current device in good & functional condition & purchase of new device/wireless agreement & service plan. After upgrade remaining unbilled installment payments are waived. AT&T Next available only at AT&T owned retail stores & att.com. If device is returned, restocking fee up to $35 for smartphones or 10% of tablet sales price may apply. Terms subject to change.
*** PCWorld/TechHive, May 23, 2013, "AT&T clocks best overall speeds with 3G/4G combo"
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 that includes the nation's largest 4G network, 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. This AT&T news release and other announcements are available at http://www.att.com/newsroom and as part of an RSS feed at http://www.att.com/rss. Or follow our news on Twitter at @ATT.
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Bandai America Offers Opportunity For Toy Fans To Add Limited Edition 'Pac-Man and the Ghostly Adventures' And Power Rangers Products To Their Collection At Comic-Con 2013
With Limited Edition Products, 'Celebrity' Signings, Daily Giveaways and Character Appearances, There Will Always Be Action at Booth #2813
CYPRESS, Calif., July 15, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- At this year's San Diego Comic-Con Bandai America Incorporated will offer limited edition products (while supplies last) and a host of activities at booth #2813 from July 17 - 21. To celebrate the 20(th) Anniversary of Power Rangers, Bandai will offer three Limited Edition products including a Power Rangers Limited Edition Legacy Power Morpher, a Power Rangers Limited Edition Gosei Morpher and a Power Rangers Limited Edition Green Dragon Ranger. Bandai will also offer a Pac-Man and the Ghostly Adventures Pac is Back - Avi Arad Limited Edition Figure. In addition, the full line of new Godzilla products from Bandai will be unveiled.
The following Limited Edition items will be available in limited quantities each day at the Bandai America booth #2813. Visit http://www.bandai.com/convention2013 for more information:
Power Rangers Limited Edition Legacy Power Morpher - Mighty Morphin Power Rangers fans, be the first to own the Legacy Power Morpher in a Green Ranger / White Ranger Edition! This Limited Edition is 24 Karat Gold plated and comes with two Diecast coins. Only 1000 have been produced and they are individually numbered.
Power Rangers Limited Edition Deluxe Gosei Morpher - Harness the power of the Power Rangers Megaforce Deluxe Gosei Morpher and unlock the secrets of the Power Cards! With only 300 produced, this Limited Edition item is 24 Karat Gold Plated, includes 10 exclusive foil Power Cards, and comes in collector full foil packaging.
Power Rangers Limited Edition 4" Green Dragon Ranger - In celebration of the 20(th) anniversary of the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Bandai America is releasing this Limited Edition Green Dragon Ranger figure. With only 500 produced, this collector's item features a high quality 4" figure in full metallic paint and an exclusive Diecast Ranger Coin that will work with the Legacy Power Morpher.
Pac is Back - Avi Arad Limited Edition Figure - This vacuum metalized figure features one of Pac's berry power actions. Open his mouth for his super power tongue featuring classic Pac-Man graphics. Only 500 of this Comic Con Exclusive will be produced and each is numbered and signed by Avi Arad.
In addition to the limited edition product, the Bandai booth will be busy with a variety of activities during San Diego Comic-Con including:
-- Autograph Signings at Booth #2813
-- Pac-Man and the Ghostly Adventures Producer, Avi Arad - Thursday,
July 18, 3:30-4:30
-- The original Green Power Ranger, Jason David Frank - Friday, July
19, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
-- Power Rangers Appearances Daily
-- Pac-Man and Friends Character Appearances Daily
-- Free Card Giveaways Daily
-- Full displays for the following product lines:
-- Pac-Man and the Ghostly Adventures
-- Power Rangers
-- Godzilla
"Our fans are the key to the enduring success of our iconic brands," said Georgia Manolas-Lopez, Director of Brand Management for Bandai America Incorporated. "San Diego Comic-Con is an excellent way for us to interact with our fans and provide unique opportunities for them to interact with our brands! With the 20(th) Anniversary of Power Rangers and the debut of our products surrounding the new Pac-Man animated series as well as new toys and collectibles based on the Godzilla franchise, we are thrilled to be a part of the show!"
About Bandai America Incorporated
A leader in developing engaging, quality toys that capture children's imaginative spirit and provide endless "Fun For The Future," Bandai America Incorporated is the manufacturer and master toy licensee of some of the most popular brands in children's toys and interactive entertainment today. The Bandai America brand family includes Power Rangers®, Ben 10(TM) and Pac-Man and The Ghostly Adventures(TM), among other boys, girls, preschool and hobby product lines. Bandai America Incorporated is a subsidiary of NAMCO BANDAI Holdings (USA) Inc., an entity that resulted from the integration of Namco Ltd. and Bandai Co. Ltd. of Japan. Global interests encompass three strategic business units: Toys and Hobby, Amusement Facility and Contents. The company is headquartered in Cypress, California. Find out more about our expertise in connecting with kids in fun and fresh ways at http://www.Bandai.com.
Agile Executive Forum Offers Senior IT Executives Peer-Only Event To Advance The Value Of Agile Practices In The Enterprise
One-day event focuses on shared experiences, networking and collaboration
PORTLAND, Ore., July 15, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Agile Alliance and the Agile Leadership Network, enter the third year hosting the Agile Executive Forum (http://execforum2013.agilealliance.org/), the only Agile software development event tailored exclusively to senior IT executives. Set for Aug. 5, in conjunction with the Agile2013 conference in Nashville, TN (http://agile2013.agilealliance.org/), the Agile Executive Forum offers senior technology executives the opportunity to participate in a "peer-only" environment where they will share practical, hands-on presentations and forge new relationships with industry colleagues.
"The purpose of the Agile Executive Forum is to provide a unique environment for senior IT executives to share common experiences and network with like-minded peers outside of the usual dynamics of an industry conference," said Todd Little, Executive Forum co-chair. "The presentations and sessions are led by executives and the format is very interactive. Any IT executive looking to share their passion and experiences with Agile development will find this event very valuable."
Confirmed speakers include:
-- Gary Gruver, VP of QE, Release and Operations at Macy's: "A Practical
Approach to Large Scale Agile Development"
-- Susan Courtney, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer for
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE): "Our Transformation Journey
to Enterprise Stable Teams and Servant Leadership"
-- Charles Evans, Chief Technology Officer and Executive Vice President
Development, Intergraph: "We've been to the moon! How hard could Mars
be?"
-- Brad Jaehn, Vice President of Product for Gogo: "Gogo - Adopting and
Scaling Agile"
-- Simon Galbraith, CEO Red Gate Software: "Board Level Agile, A CEO's
Perspective - Using Agile with my Executive Leadership Team"
-- Ojonimi Baku, Director at Walmart, "WalSmart: a Lean Startup Approach
Within Walmart"
-- Nagaraj Srinivasan, VP Technology at Landmark Software and Services,
"Enterprise Architecture for Enterprise Agility"
-- Julia Cichowski, Vice President of User Experience Design at Fidelity
Investments: "Fidelity Investments - An Agile User Experience"
The Agile Executive Forum is structured as a combination of compelling short presentations of experiences spotlighting innovative success stories and transformation challenges and group events with opportunities for networking and community-building. Offered as a convenient one-day event, attendees will have the opportunity to experience a diverse collection of peer executives' journeys into agility and participate in conversations to integrate enterprise agility into future strategies that align seemingly disparate goals, teams and reserves.
Attendance at the 2013 Agile Executive Forum is limited to 100 executives and costs $2,400. The price includes a non-transferable admission to the Agile2013 Conference that is co-located and held from Aug. 5 to 9 (valued at $2,199). For more information on both events please visit: (http://agile2013.agilealliance.org/).
The Agile Leadership Network is dedicated to evolving leadership so that individuals, teams, and organizations thrive in an ever-changing world. It is an international network of local communities that provides opportunities to connect and engage to advance the practice of Agile leadership, principles and values. Visit the website to become a member, find a local chapter meeting, learn more about our leadership conferences and other networking opportunities. Visit (http://www.AgileLeadershipNetwork.org).
About Agile Alliance
Agile Alliance is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the concepts of Agile software development, as outlined in the (http://www.agilemanifesto.org/). With greater than 6,000 members located around the globe, Agile Alliance is driven by the principles of Agile methodologies and the value delivered to developers, organizations and end users. Agile Alliance organizes the annual Agile Conference, the industry's leading event that attracts practitioners, academia, business and vendor-partner community members from around the globe. The Agile2013 Conference is scheduled for August 5-9 in Nashville. For more information about the organization, please visit (http://www.agilealliance.org/).
Sectra Demonstrates Radiation Dose Monitoring System at AHRA and AAPM Meetings
SHELTON, Connecticut, July 15, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
cInternational medical imaging IT company, Sectra [http://www.sectra.com/medical ]
(STO: SECT B) will demonstrate its FDA-registered dose monitoring system, Sectra
DoseTrack(TM), in booth #129 at the Association for Medical Imaging Management (AHRA) and
in booth #127 at the American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM).
Sectra DoseTrack is a web-based solution which monitors patient radiation doses and
ensures that they are kept as low as reasonably achievable. The system automatically
collects, stores and monitors data from all connected modalities saving valuable time and
facilitating analysis. This allows for easy tracking and comparison of radiation levels on
modality, examination or patient level. Sectra DoseTrack supports the IHE radiation
exposure monitoring profile, DICOM MPPS, DICOM Radiation Dose Structured Report, Optical
Character Recognition, and manual input. This allows for the connection of any modality to
gain a complete enterprise-wide dose monitoring solution.
Since 2008, Region Skane in Sweden, has been using Sectra DoseTrack as a regional
quality system to collate, store and analyze radiation dose monitoring data from more than
two million radiology examinations performed at some 100 radiology modalities.
With more than 20 years in the business, Sectra develops and sells IT systems and
services for radiology, women's health, orthopaedics and rheumatology. More than 1,400
hospitals, clinics and imaging centers worldwide use the systems daily, together
performing over 70 million radiology examinations annually. This makes Sectra one of the
world-leading companies within systems for handling digital radiology images. Sectra's
systems are installed worldwide. For more information, visit http://www.sectra.com
Contact: Andrea Sowitch, Director of Marketing
Sectra North America
E-mail: Andrea.Sowitch@sectra.com
Phone: +1-203-925-0899 ext 268 http://www.sectra.com/medical
EDAA Approves TRUSTe as an Official Certification Provider for the EU Self-Regulatory Programme for OBA
LONDON, July 15, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
TRUSTe, the leading global provider of data privacy management solutions, has today,
been approved by the European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA) as an
official Certification Provider for the EU Self-Regulatory Programme for Online
Behavioural Advertising (OBA).
As an EDAA-approved certification provider, TRUSTe will be responsible for
independently assessing company compliance with the European Principles on OBA and issuing
the EDAA Trust Seal to companies that can demonstrate they meet the standards required.
The European Principles on OBA will be actively enforced by national self-regulatory
organisations (SROs) across Europe based on the consumer complaints they receive.
Independent research [http://www.truste.com/british-consumer-data-privacy-study ] by
Harris Interactive on behalf of TRUSTe found that 79 per cent of UK consumers are aware of
OBA, and 53 per cent did not like it. However, 51 per cent of UK consumers are more
inclined to click an ad that provides an opt-out option like the EDAA Programme and 60 per
cent of UK consumers check for a seal that indicates privacy approval by an outside
organisation.
Today's announcement confirms TRUSTe's position as the first provider in the market
that is approved by the EDAA to serve the OBA Icon and issue the EDAA Trust Seal. The
TRUSTed Ads - EDAA Compliance Package
[http://www.truste.eu/products-and-services/enterprise-privacy/TRUSTed-ads-eu ] is a
one-stop solution that enables companies to safely collect and use customer data across
mobile and desktop, ensure compliance with the European Principles on OBA and empower
consumers to control how their information is used online.
TRUSTed Ads is currently serving billions of daily OBA Icon impressions worldwide for
some of the world's top brands and advertisers, and is the only platform to leverage
TRUSTe's number one consumer privacy brand and fifteen years of experience in providing
market-leading certification and dispute resolution services.
Oliver Gray, Director-General of the EDAA, commented "We are excited to embark on this
new trust phase of the EU Self-Regulatory Programme. With the approval today of TRUSTe we
are looking forward to benefiting from their expertise in offering credible certification
services to the EU Programme."
Chris Babel TRUSTe CEO said: "We are excited to be forging a strong partnership with
the EDAA and taking such significant strides forward in a shared mission to support the
data economy through empowering consumers and providing simple solutions for businesses.
As a one-stop solution, our TRUSTed Ads - EDAA Compliance Package offers the most
straightforward, scalable and cost-effective way for businesses to achieve compliance with
the European Principles for OBA and to improve trust and increase revenue in their
business."
1) TRUSTe is the leading global Data Privacy Management (DPM) company and
powers trust in the data economy by enabling businesses to safely collect and use
customer data across web, mobile, cloud and advertising channels. Our cloud-based Data
Privacy Management Platform delivers innovative technology products, including website
monitoring and advertising compliance controls - along with privacy assessments and
certifications. More than 5,000 companies worldwide, including Apple, Disney, eBay,
Forbes, LinkedIn and Oracle rely on our DPM platform and globally recognised Certified
Privacy Seal to protect / enhance their brand, drive user engagement and minimise
compliance risk. For more information go to http://www.truste.eu
2) The European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA) is a non-profit
organisation based in Brussels and is responsible for enacting key aspects of the
self-regulatory initiative for Online Behavioural Advertising (OBA) across Europe.
EDAA principally acts as the central licensing body for the OBA Icon and provides
technical means for consumers to exercise transparency and control over OBA through
the youronlinechoices.eu online consumer choice platform. EDAA is governed by EU-level
organisations which make up the value chain of OBA within Europe and acts to ensure
European consistency in approach. More information can be found at http://www.edaa.eu
[javascript:externalLink(%22http://www.edaa.eu%22) ].
3) For TRUSTe EU media enquiries please contact Eleanor Treharne-Jones on +44
(0) 20 7812 0664 or eleanor@theconversationco.com
4) For EDAA media enquiries, please contact Dave Barron at
dave.barron@edaa.eu or call +32(0)2-213-4180
Fortuna Launches July 18, 2013; Browser-based Strategy Title a First for Star Trek Online and Neverwinter(TM) Publisher
REDWOOD CITY, Calif., July 12, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Perfect World Entertainment Inc. is excited to announce that the browser-based strategy title, Fortuna, will be available on July 18, 2013. Set in Europe during a period of great discovery, Fortuna offers fans of the strategy genre a deep combat system and a wealth of options as they develop their humble hamlet into a powerful empire, amass huge armies, and lead troops into battle, all the while forming alliances and undermining enemies at every turn to tip the scales of power in their favor.
"Fortuna is a first for our company, which has previously focused on publishing client-based PC titles, including the award-winning Star Trek Online and Dungeons & Dragons®MMORPG, Neverwinter," said Andrew Brown, General Manager at Perfect World Entertainment Inc. "As with all our titles, our number one goal with Fortuna is to connect players around the world through games of the highest quality, regardless of platform or genre."
Enter Fortuna, a war torn world full of conflict and political intrigue. Pledge allegiance to one of three noble houses as they vie for influence and control. Build your empire and join forces with friends. Watch your city grow rich in resources expand your territory of control. To the victor go the spoils. Start your legacy and rewrite history in Fortuna today.
ABOUT PERFECT WORLD ENTERTAINMENT INC.
Perfect World Entertainment is a leading North American online games publisher specializing in immersive free-to-play MMORPGs. Founded in 2008, Perfect World Entertainment has published a number of popular titles, including Blacklight Retribution, Forsaken World, Perfect World International and Star Trek Online. The company works closely with its American development teams and partners such as Cryptic Studios, developer of the highly acclaimed MMORPG Dungeons & DragonsNeverwinter, and Runic Games, developer of the hit Torchlight series, to provide unparalleled quality of service and game experiences to its players. A subsidiary of Perfect World Co., Ltd. (NASDAQ: PWRD), Perfect World Entertainment is headquartered in Silicon Valley, California. For more information, please visit: http://www.perfectworld.com
CONTACT:
Derick Thomas
Perfect World Entertainment, Inc.
(925) 487-3796
derick.thomas@perfectworld.com
DK's Official World of Warcraft®: Ultimate Visual Guide Revealed
NEW YORK, July 12, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- DK Publishing announced today the upcoming release of the World of Warcraft(®): Ultimate Visual Guide, an in-depth companion to Blizzard Entertainment's acclaimed massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG), World of Warcraft.
Arriving in stores in October 2013, this book serves as a definitive guide to the enthralling fantasy universe featured in World of Warcraft and its four expansions. With this guide, players will explore the far reaches of Azeroth, becoming versed in its rich history, uncovering back stories of key heroes and villains, and discovering fascinating details about key locations.
Created in close collaboration with Blizzard Entertainment, World of Warcraft: Ultimate Visual Guide gives readers a treasure trove of game knowledge, including series lore and a look at behind-the-scenes development.
"We're pleased to be working with DK to bring World of Warcraft players this beautifully illustrated companion to the game," said Paul Sams, chief operating officer of Blizzard Entertainment. "DK's put together an extensive collection of awesome images and cool behind-the-scenes details that should satisfy anyone interested in exploring WoW's history."
Within the guide, gamers can expect to find:
-- Loads of gorgeous official full-color artwork from World of Warcraft
-- Behind-the-scenes information on the making of World of Warcraft
-- A fascinating overview of the characters, lore, locations, and events of
World of Warcraft and its expansions
-- Images from DC Comics' World of Warcraft comic book series
About Blizzard Entertainment, Inc
Best known for blockbuster hits including World of Warcraft® and the Warcraft®, StarCraft®, and Diablo® franchises, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (http://www.blizzard.com), a division of Activision Blizzard (NASDAQ: ATVI), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment software renowned for creating some of the industry's most critically acclaimed games. Blizzard Entertainment's track record includes sixteen #1-selling games and multiple Game of the Year awards. The company's online-gaming service, Battle.net®, is one of the largest in the world, with millions of active players.
About DK
DK is the bestselling and award-winning publisher known for informing, entertaining, and educating global audiences through beautifully designed content. DK also publishes the Eyewitness series for children and Eyewitness Travel Guides. BradyGames, Alpha Books, and Rough Guides are also available from DK, a division of Penguin Group. http://us.dk.com
CA Technologies Simplifies Data Protection for Linux
MUMBAI, July 12, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
CA ARCserve D2D for Linux Delivers Fast, Efficient Data Protection and Recovery for
Virtual and Physical Linux Server Environments
CA Technologies (NASDAQ: CA) today announced CA ARCserve(R) D2D for Linux
[http://www.arcserve.com/us/d2d.aspx ], providing fast, simple data protection and
disaster recovery for businesses running virtual and physical servers on the popular open
source platform.
An image-based solution, CA ARCserve D2D for Linux, helps organizations protect the
integrity and availability of critical systems, applications and data within their
shrinking backup windows. It complements CA ARCserve(R) D2D for Microsoft Windows,
providing a complete solution for today's heterogeneous environments.
"Long periods of downtime or data loss can have a devastating impact on businesses who
are already struggling to keep up with their ever-changing IT environment," said Jindrich
Rosicka, technical director at IS4 Technologies, an IT solutions and services provider
based in the Czech Republic. "CA ARCserve D2D for Linux has the speed and reliability that
our customers need to meet their demanding business requirements. We also plan to use the
solution to protect our own Linux servers."
CA ARCserve D2D for Linux provides fast and frequent backups to meet today's demanding
recovery point objectives. The solution's flexible recovery options reduce business
downtime and support fast recovery time objectives. In addition, built-in data security
supports diverse compliance requirements.
CA ARCserve data compression reduces backup-related storage requirements and costs.
Unattended bare-metal recovery enables systems to quickly and easily be restored to
similar or dissimilar physical or virtual servers-giving customers much greater
flexibility when it comes to recovery infrastructure. Granular recovery allows individual
file restoration from any recovery point image.
"Our customers need fast, cost-effective backup software that is easy-to-use and
delivers true business value," said Stephen Lawlor, senior storage and virtualization
consultant at Cristie Data Ltd, a leading UK-based provider of data storage and management
solutions. "We were extremely pleased with how CA ARCserve D2D for Linux performed during
rigorous testing in a Centos environment. It worked flawlessly and intuitively with each
and every restoration scenario we threw at it-while also offering superior value."
Users access CA ARCserve D2D for Linux through an easy-to-use Web 2.0 console that
enables hassle-free, automated agent installation, as well as centralized management,
configuration and reporting of all protected Linux servers.
CA ARCserve D2D for Linux can be licensed individually on a per-server (or virtual
machine) basis. It also is included in CA ARCserve managed capacity (per-Terabyte) and
virtual server per-socket offerings. In addition to IT organizations, it is ideal for
resellers and service providers seeking to add cost-effective Linux data protection to
their service offerings.
"IT has to aggressively reduce the amount of time and effort they spend protecting
mission-critical systems, including those powered by Linux," said Steve Fairbanks, vice
president, Product Delivery, Data Management, CA Technologies. "CA ARCserve empowers our
customers to fulfill their most pressing recovery objectives with a single, cross-platform
solution and licensing options tailored to achieve maximum return on investment."
CA ARCserve D2D for Linux supports Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5.x and 6.x, as well as
CentOS 5.x and 6.x. CA ARCserve backup, replication and high availability solutions also
support Linux.
About CA Technologies
CA Technologies (NASDAQ: CA) provides IT management solutions that help customers
manage and secure complex IT environments to support agile business services.
Organizations leverage CA Technologies software and SaaS solutions to accelerate
innovation, transform infrastructure and secure data and identities, from the data center
to the cloud. Learn more about CA Technologies at http://www.ca.com [http://www.ca.com ].
Copyright (c) 2013 CA. All Rights Reserved. One CA Plaza, Islandia, N.Y. 11749.
Linux(R) is the registered trademark of Linus Torvalds in the U.S. and other countries.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in
the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks, trade names, service
marks, and logos referenced herein belong to their respective companies.
Primary Media Contact: Pallavi Bordoloi, pallavi.bordoloi@ca.com, 91-9867696467
Secondary Media Contact: Nikita Nadwani, nikita.nadwani@2020msl.com, 91-9167443578
Rewriting the Rulebook on Internet Access: Mainline Launches the Premium Data Socket
BAGSHOT, England, July 12, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
Love the convenience of wireless connectivity but long for the high speeds of fixed
network access? Mainline [http://mainlinepower.co.uk ] presents the solution to this
frustrating dilemma with the launch of its Premium Data Socket
[http://mainlinepower.co.uk/products?page=shop.browse&category_id=9 ] in the third quarter
of 2013. In a world-first, this product bridges the gap between the flexibility of Wi-Fi
technology and the reliability and speed of a fixed network point, providing users with
the best possible coverage anywhere in their home or workplace.
So how does it work? The Premium Data Socket builds on the established Mainline Power
system, an innovative power track that allows anyone to simply and safely move power
sockets wherever they are needed along its length. Thanks to this latest development,
users can now access the internet at any point on the track too. Using Powerline
Technology, the clever design of the Premium Data Socket passes data through the Mainline
Power track, forgoing the need for costly new wiring and tricky installations.
The Premium Data Socket will revolutionise the industry, says Jonathan Clark, Managing
Director of Mainline Power: "Mainline is all about safe, flexible and simple access to
power for everyone. The Premium Data Socket has been designed with the same approach;
giving people simple and reliable access to data. I am tremendously excited about the
launch as it's a product our customers have wanted for a long time. Power and data beyond
limits has arrived!"
Trusted throughout the world, all Mainline products conform to national safety
standards and, with the help of global distribution partners, the system has been
installed everywhere from homes to schools, shops and offices. With its ease of
specification and user-friendly design, the Premium Data Socket promises to continue this
trend. And with planned rollouts of Chinese, US and Swiss sockets, Mainline really is
bringing power - and data - to the people the world over.
About Mainline Power
Incorporated in 2003, Mainline is the trading name of Power and Data Corporation Pty
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Internationally accredited by Kema, VDE and Intertech, and with a worldwide distribution
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LG Electronics Brings 'Ultra High Definition TV' Into Mainstream, Building On 4K Leadership
Full-Array Backlit LED Display Technology Delivers Superior Picture Performance in LG Ultra HD TVs with New Screen Sizes, Unique Features
SANTA MONICA, Calif., July 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Building on its success with the industry's first 84-inch class Ultra High Definition flat-panel TV available in the United States, LG Electronics today expanded its 2013 Ultra HD line to include the first full-backlit LED array models in 55- and 65-inch class (54.6- and 64.7-inch diagonal, respectively) screen sizes, making Ultra HD technology available for a larger segment of the market.
LG Electronics USA chose Southern California as the consumer launch pad for the LA9700 series, teaming up with high-end retailer Video & Audio Center to introduce the new LG Ultra HD TV size and price options to U.S. consumers for the first time at a VIP in-store event.
In addition to unparalleled picture performance, the new LG Ultra HD TVs sport a distinctive industrial design with a slim bezel screen and a 4.1 channel, 50-watt sound system that includes the unique LG "sliding speaker*," a motorized sound bar that magically appears below the screen.
"When we brought the first Ultra HD TV to market last fall, consumer acceptance was surprisingly strong, considering that the 84-inch TV carried a $20,000 pricetag," said Jay Vandenbree, senior vice president, LG Electronics USA, and head of LG's U.S. home entertainment business. "Now, with a wider range of sizes at more attractive prices, even more consumers can enjoy the amazing picture clarity that Ultra HD TVs provide."
Joseph Akhtarzad, vice president and co-owner of Video & Audio Center's three LA-area stores, said, "With LG's launch of the first 84-inch Ultra HD TV in our Los Angeles store, we immediately recognized that consumers were hungry for the type of entertainment experience Ultra HD delivers. Now we are proud to offer the new 55- and 65-inch class LG models for those looking to bring Ultra HD into their homes."
Enhanced Picture and Sound
Ultra HD TV quadruples the resolution of today's Full HD 1080p TVs**. "But other factors contribute to the ultimate in picture performance," says Vandenbree. "That's why we're combining LG's proprietary NANO FULL LED array backlighting with IPS (In-Plane Switching) screen technology in the new LA9700 series."
With LG's NANO technology, LED particles are dispersed across a thin film behind the screen enabling detailed local dimming that provides superior picture control by allowing discrete sections of the LED array to be individually controlled, based on the picture. The result is amazing brightness, deeper blacks and richer colors for better contrast and color accuracy, as well as more overall picture uniformity. LG IPS display technology delivers wider viewing angles with less loss of color accuracy and contrast than traditional panels.
NANO technology adds to the already excellent picture detail and clarity afforded by these TVs' 3840 x 2160 picture resolution. Even before so-called "4K" content is widely available, LG's powerful Tru-Ultra HD engine gives consumers a spectacular Ultra HD entertainment experience employing a proprietary four-step "up-scaling" process to enhance the detail of current HD and SD content.
The LA9700 series will also be the first sets available to incorporate the new H.265 high efficiency video coding (HEVC) decoder, making these models forward-compatible if content providers begin to utilize this new standard for encoding broadcast or streaming content.
LG improved the sound quality of the new TVs by incorporating a unique, built-in, sliding speaker system that delivers an audio experience that's on par with the Ultra HD TVs' impressive 4K resolution. It can be programmed to remain permanently hidden or extended or alternatively, set to silently slide out when the TV is turned on and retract when powered off, allowing it to maintain a minimalist design. Also included is a subwoofer, which is located behind the screen, to ensure strong bass performance.
Early Adopters Embracing Ultra HD
On sale today for the first time at a VIP customer event at Video & Audio Center's Santa Monica store, LG' 55- and 65-inch class Ultra HD LA9700 series also feature LG's Smart TV platform with voice control-capable Magic Remote and CINEMA 3D technology.
Respected industry analyst Richard Doherty, research director for Envisioneering Group, expects the Ultra HD TV market to grow steadily in the United States as the new technology and form-factors go mainstream. "We see U.S. demand growing from high tens of thousands this year to more than tens of millions by 2016. New screen sizes give premium viewers much-wanted new options, and LG's full-array LED displays give those consumers a superb picture to astound family and friends of all ages."
"Early adopters already are embracing Ultra HD TV," said Tom Campbell, industry pundit, widely quoted technologist and director of Video & Audio Center. "Even the most premium consumers are looking for screen sizes that fit their lifestyle, and LG is proving that 4K Ultra HD works in 'smaller' screen sizes. I say that in jest, because for most, a 65- or 55-inch class screen is really big for most rooms."
The new models carry a suggested retail price of $7,999.99 and $5,999.99, respectively. The 84-inch class (84.04 inch diagonal) LG model is available for $19,999. For more information on LG's Ultra HD TVs, please visit http://www.lg.com/us/ultrahdtv/index.jsp.
About LG Electronics USA
LG Electronics USA, Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics, Inc., a $45 billion global force and technology leader in consumer electronics, home appliances and mobile communications. LG Electronics, a proud 2013 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year, sells a range of stylish and innovative home entertainment products, mobile phones, home appliances, commercial displays, air conditioning systems and solar energy solutions in the United States, all under LG's "Life's Good" marketing theme. http://www.lg.com.
*Available on LA9700 model only.
**4K/UHD content delivery standards still being developed.
For a small percentage of the population, the viewing of stereoscopic 3D video may cause discomfort such as dizziness or nausea. If you experience any of these symptoms, discontinue using the 3D functionality and contact your health care provider.
Designs, features and specifications subject to change without notice.
Digital Realty Signs Turn-Key Flex(SM) Lease With Peak Hosting
Multi-market presence and flexibility key to selecting Digital Realty
SAN FRANCISCO, June 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: DLR), a leading global provider of data center solutions, today announced the commencement of its new Turn-Key Flex(SM) lease with Peak Hosting, a trusted managed Operations-as-a-Service provider. The new lease is for Turn-Key Flex space at Digital Realty's data center located in Ashburn, VA and will expand the brand and service offerings of Peak Hosting and support Peak Hosting's critical operations, including disaster recovery.
"We are very pleased to expand our relationship with Peak Hosting at our Digital Ashburn Datacampus," said Michael F. Foust, Chief Executive Officer of Digital Realty. "Understanding their business needs in terms of geographic diversity and flexibility enabled us to deliver a data center solution that will support their immediate and long-term growth plans."
"Several factors led to our choosing Digital Realty to expand our east coast footprint," said Jeffrey Papen, founder of Peak Hosting. "We committed to over a megawatt in one of Digital Realty's newest properties where we can leverage our deep consulting and technological experience to build, from scratch, a managed hosting environment where we can implement custom designs to solve the specific business problems that our clients face."
Referring to Digital Realty's data center as a "blank canvas" with an independent power and cooling infrastructure, Papen stated that Peak Hosting's latest expansion will help reduce client costs because of its energy efficiency. He added that Peak Hosting's proprietary AlwaysUp Architecture(SM) allows it to stand alone as the only cloud or managed hosting provider to deliver a 100 percent service level agreement with zero exceptions or carve outs for scheduled or emergency maintenance windows.
For more than a decade, Peak Hosting has positioned itself to allow its clients the freedom to concentrate on the things it cannot outsource, such as developing intellectual property and sales and marketing programs. "For companies with less than 1,000 servers, the economic incentive to do things in-house simply isn't there," said Matt Lewin, Chief Executive Officer for Peak Hosting. "It just becomes a distraction," Lewin said. "We are eliminating 'cloud fatigue' for businesses across the nation and providing the best engineers, architects, and support staff on the Internet. This isn't just 'managed hosting'; it's a fully-outsourced, customized technical operations service."
"Our commitment to meet customer requirements with flexible and reliable data center solutions will continue to differentiate us in the market place," said Matt Miszewski, Senior Vice President, Sales of Digital Realty. "Not every provider can offer the same level of commitment to customers - and we excel at seamlessly putting the right pieces together in order to deliver the best data center solution so that our customers can extend their brand and services in the way that Peak Hosting is doing today."
Digital Realty's Turn-Key Flex? solution is a modular approach to delivering secure, enterprise quality data center space to meet customers' just-in-time requirements. Designed to provide maximum flexibility, reliability and efficiency, each Turn-Key Flex facility comes fully commissioned with its own dedicated electrical and mechanical infrastructure. Utilizing Digital Realty's proprietary POD Architecture® and extensive supply chain, Digital Realty's next generation Turn-Key Flex data center solution is designed for the future and ready today.
About Digital Realty
Digital Realty Trust, Inc. focuses on delivering customer driven data center solutions by providing secure, reliable and cost effective facilities that meet each customer's unique data center needs. Digital Realty's customers include domestic and international companies across multiple industry verticals ranging from information technology and Internet enterprises, to manufacturing and financial services. Digital Realty's 122 properties, excluding three properties held as investments in unconsolidated joint ventures, comprise approximately 22.7 million square feet as of April 26, 2013, including 2.6 million square feet of space held for development. Digital Realty's portfolio is located in 32 markets throughout North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Additional information about Digital Realty is included in the Company Overview, which is available on the Investors page of Digital Realty's website at http://www.digitalrealty.com.
About Peak Hosting
Peak Hosting, selected by HostReview as one of the Top 10 companies in the category of Best Managed Hosting, is a fully-outsourced technical operations company that custom designs, builds and maintains enterprise-level computing environments for businesses. Peak Hosting's engineers, who average more than 15 years of industry experience, have designed, built, and scaled many of the largest and most well-known Internet giants.
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This press release contains forward-looking statements which are based on Digital Realty Trust, Inc.'s current expectations, forecasts and assumptions that involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual outcomes and results to differ materially, including statements related to Digital Realty's new lease with Peak Hosting, supporting Peak Hosting's future growth plans, expected cost savings to Peak Hosting's customers, and strategies and plans. These risks and uncertainties include, among others, the following: the impact of the recent deterioration in global economic, credit and market conditions, including the downgrade of the U.S. government's credit rating; current local economic conditions in its geographic markets; decreases in information technology spending, including as a result of economic slowdowns or recession; adverse economic or real estate developments in its industry or the industry sectors that it sells to (including risks relating to decreasing real estate valuations and impairment charges); its dependence upon significant tenants; bankruptcy or insolvency of a major tenant or a significant number of smaller tenants; defaults on or non-renewal of leases by tenants; its failure to obtain necessary debt and equity financing; increased interest rates and operating costs; risks associated with using debt to fund its business activities, including re-financing and interest rate risks, its failure to repay debt when due, adverse changes in its credit ratings or its breach of covenants or other terms contained in its loan facilities and agreements; financial market fluctuations; changes in foreign currency exchange rates; its inability to manage its growth effectively; difficulty acquiring or operating properties in foreign jurisdictions; its failure to successfully integrate and operate acquired or developed properties or businesses; the suitability of its properties and data center infrastructure, delays or disruptions in connectivity, failure of its physical infrastructure or services or availability of power; risks related to joint venture investments, including as a result of its lack of control of such investments; delays or unexpected costs in development of properties; decreased rental rates or increased vacancy rates; increased competition or available supply of data center space; its inability to successfully develop and lease new properties and space held for development; difficulties in identifying properties to acquire and completing acquisitions; its inability to acquire off-market properties; its inability to comply with the rules and regulations applicable to reporting companies; its failure to maintain its status as a REIT; possible adverse changes to tax laws; restrictions on its ability to engage in certain business activities; environmental uncertainties and risks related to natural disasters; losses in excess of its insurance coverage; changes in foreign laws and regulations, including those related to taxation and real estate ownership and operation; and changes in local, state and federal regulatory requirements, including changes in real estate and zoning laws and increases in real property tax rates. For a further list and description of such risks and uncertainties, see the reports and other filings by Digital Realty Trust, Inc. with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including Digital Realty Trust, Inc.'s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2012 and Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2013. Digital Realty Trust, Inc. disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
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Salutron Unveils the Future of Activity Monitoring - the LifeTrak(TM) Move C300
Leading the Revolution for Better Health through Better Science
FREMONT, Calif., July 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Salutron, Inc., recognized leader for the most innovative and scientifically accurate fitness and wellness products, today launched its newest activity tracker, the LifeTrak Move C300. The Move C300 activity tracker incorporates leading edge science, technology and design that set a new standard in activity trackers. The device captures, holds and wirelessly transmits health-related data to Bluetooth Smart-enabled devices, including smart phones and tablets.
As the revolution in health, fitness and wellness continues to grow, LifeTrak Move C300 provides the most advanced, fashionable, and durable device for easily and accurately tracking daily activities. Given its comfortable and waterproof design, whether you're at the office, at home, exercising, or swimming, you never have to manually track your heart rate, distance, calorie burn and steps taken again.
Style and ease of use make integrating the LifeTrak Move C300 into your lifestyle simple. The full display right on your wrist and open API platform, which allows universal integration to some of the most popular health and fitness apps, keeps you motivated to achieve your goals. With the touch of a button you can see your daily and weekly progress so staying on track with personal goals has never been easier, or more affordable.
"Salutron has been the leading provider of the most accurate 'touch' ECG technology for top fitness clubs for more than 18 years," said Dr. Mike Tsai, Chairman and CEO of Salutron. "After the heart attack of a close friend, we decided to leverage our international commercial strength in the industry to create a product that was affordable and provided everything you need to make a difference right on your wrist. We are committed to providing monitoring technology that sets a new standard for the fitness and wellness industry and to promoting better health around the world."
"Advances in technology are making things we only imagined a decade ago a reality today," said Dr. Jin Lee, Chief Technology Officer and Senior Vice President of Engineering at Salutron. "The Linea Research technology recently acquired by Salutron expands the company's technology portfolio to leverage ongoing leading edge research with NASA, DoD, DARPA and DHS. Through relationships like these, Salutron is positioned to continue to provide premier monitoring science to consumers across the globe and to put the science that goes to space on people's wrists. We believe the future holds endless possibilities for technology that will help to create healthier lifestyles and we are committed to being the leading provider of solutions that empower people everywhere to live longer, healthier lives."
The wait for an activity tracker that can measure heart rate, not require any battery charging and is waterproof is finally here! Join the revolution for better health with LifeTrak Move C300 and start your journey toward a healthier you today.
Key Features of LifeTrak Move C300:
-- Bluetooth® Smart Connectivity: Easy and simple connectivity to
Bluetooth Smart enabled devices providing a gateway to a world of health
and fitness apps.
-- ECG Accurate Heart Rate: Patented S-Pulse(TM) ECG accurate heart rate
from a simple press of a button. ECG wave references and storage of last
heart rate taken.
-- Automated Tracking: All-day calorie burn and step tracking along with
auto-calibrated distance.
-- Advanced Calorie Tracking: Proprietary calorie algorithm integrates
heart rate and activity data to provide a full day's record of calories
burned.
-- Dynamic Distance Calibration: Patented pace-based calibration algorithm
dynamically adjusts to stride length based on identification of walking,
jogging and running motions.
-- Enhanced Step Filtering: Filters out false step count.
-- ComfortFit Band: Reversible/interchangeable bands for full
customization. Additional band colors available.
-- 7-Day and Hourly Records: Easy, intuitive navigation with context driven
display. Review your results from the past seven days or see your
progress throughout the day with a 24-hr progress bar. Measured
parameters automatically reset at midnight and offer independent daily
goal setting.
-- Independent Workout Mode: Track calories, steps, distance and workout
time separately from daily tracking.
-- Time Keeping: Time, day and date settings with AM/PM or 24-hour time
format.
-- Ultralow Power Monitoring: One year+ estimated battery life.
-- Waterproof: Submersible to 90 feet.
Salutron is developing a complete line of LifeTrak activity trackers. The LifeTrak Core C200 was introduced in January of this year at CES and was quickly selected as featured product at the International Home + Housewares Show in March. Since then, Salutron has continued to expand the capabilities of the LifeTrak activity trackers and provide new features that address the unmet needs of consumers. New features offered in the Move C300 include Bluetooth Smart connectivity and an open API platform that allows universal connectivity to some of the most popular among the 35,000 available health and wellness apps. The Fit C410, anticipated to debut later this year, will incorporate additional sleep monitoring features that provide additional data from sleep patterns and their influence on overall wellness.
Pricing and Availability:
Compared to other products offering similar features that range from $59.99 to $200, LifeTrak activity trackers offer NASA-caliber technology at the best price point. The Move C300 is available for a suggested retail price of $59.99, and the Fit C410 will be available for pre-order later this year at a suggested retail price of $89.99 through leading retailers nationwide and via the LifeTrak website at http://www.lifetrakusa.com.
Please also view the Move C300 video here.
About Salutron:
Salutron, Inc. develops physiological monitoring solutions for wearable devices and exercise equipment. Salutron technology has been incorporated into many of the name brands including Precor, Nautilus, Star Trac, and Life Fitness found in gyms across the globe. The wearable devices, in band and watch format, can be found in major retailers including Sports Authority, Sport Chalet, Dick's Sporting Goods, Big 5, Best Buy, Target, Walmart, CVS, Costco, and Amazon. Salutron technology has also been incorporated into many well-known private label brands including Timex, Reebok, New Balance, Sportline and Pro-Form. Salutron is privately held and based in Fremont, CA. More information on Salutron and LifeTrak products can be found at http://www.lifetrakusa.com or follow @MyLifeTrak.
Media Contact:
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Porter Novelli on behalf of Salutron Technologies
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512-241-2245
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