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The New Xperia(TM) Z Ultra: The World's Slimmest and Largest Full HD Smartphone Display*

MOBILE ASIA EXPO, SHANGHAI, June 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

       
        - 6.4" Full HD TRILUMINOS(TM) Display for mobile powered by X-Reality(TM)
          for mobile engine for the ultimate big screen entertainment experience
        - Ultra slim, waterproof** and dust-resistant (IP55/IP58) durable design
        - Qualcomm(R) Snapdragon(TM) 800 processor with 2.2 GHz quad-core CPUs and 4G
          LTE for fast performance
        - Write and sketch with any pencil and selected stylus or pen
        - Full accessory ecosystem for premium entertainment and one-touch connectivity
        - Battery STAMINA Mode for outstanding battery life

    Sony Mobile Communications ("Sony Mobile") today introduces the next revolution in
premium large-screen Android smartphone
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entertainment. The new Xperia Z Ultra is
waterproof**, ultra-slim with a lightweight design so you can enjoy it anytime, anywhere.
It's the first smartphone ever to incorporate a Full HD TRILUMINOS(TM) Display for mobile
powered by Sony's latest X-Reality(TM) for mobile picture engine to deliver the most
immersive viewing experience imaginable. Additionally, the Xperia Z Ultra will also
feature the fully integrated Qualcomm(R) Snapdragon(TM) 800 processor with 2.2 GHz
quad-core CPUs, 4GLTE and HD voice to provide a seamless connected entertainment
experience, industry-leading battery performance and amazing speed.

    "The Xperia Z Ultra is the most exciting revolution in large-screen smartphone
entertainment devices with both the slimmest and largest Full HD smartphone display* in
the world that is second to none." said Calum MacDougall, Director of Xperia Marketing at
Sony Mobile Communications. "We're already bringing the best of Sony technology and design
across a range of premium smartphones and tablets, and now we are bringing this same
premium offering to the large-screen smartphone segment, setting a new standard for others
to follow."

    The world's largest Full HD smartphone display*

    Xperia Z Ultra features a 6.4" touchscreen
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Full HD display with
Sony's unique TRILUMINOS(R) Display for mobile, creating a wider palette of rich natural
colours thanks to Sony's BRAVIA TV expertise. The breakthrough technology includes
X-Reality(TM) for mobile - Sony's intelligent super resolution display technology which
analyzes each image and reproduces lacking pixels to optimize quality for the sharpest
videos. It analyses elements depending on the scene and adjusts them based on pattern,
outline and colour composition. It also strengthens subtle patterns and accurately
portrays their detailed feel, as well as reinforcing bold outlines. The large Full HD
display has been optimised to experience at least 60%*** more of the screen than most
other smartphones.

    The world's slimmest Full HD smartphone*

    Xperia Z Ultra is supremely slim and lightweight with a beautifully crafted 6.5mm body
and weighing just 212 grams for ultimate portability. Sony craftsmanship in design and
attention to detail comes to the fore with clean lines and premium materials - the front
and back are made of tempered glass, creating a seamless surface with the OptiContrast(TM)
panel housed in an innovative solid metal frame which looks stunning from any angle. It
features the same acclaimed OmniBalance design as Xperia Z and Tablet Z. The Xperia Z
Ultra is available in a choice of black, white or purple colour finishes.

    The only waterproof Full HD smartphone**

    Xperia Z Ultra is both elegant and durable. With an impressive rating of IP55 and
IP58, this smartphone isn't only resistant to dust, but is waterproof** too - giving you
the freedom to enjoy it anywhere. You can even film in Full HD underwater, taking your
large-screen smartphone experience to a new level. The camera features "Exmor RS for
mobile", HDR for both photos and film, and Superior Auto mode automatically activates HDR
and noise reduction when needed, so you'll get stunning imagery even in challenging light
conditions.

    Ultimate entertainment experience

    The Xperia Z Ultra is uniquely positioned to offer the ultimate big screen phone
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entertainment experience for
watching movies, playing games, reading books and browsing the web.

    Sony's "WALKMAN", Album and Movies media applications enable discovery of online and
offline content through a single access point with new ways to enjoy and share that
content.

    The "WALKMAN" application leverages Sony's audio engine and Facebook integration for
sharing and discovering new music and is unique in that it provides seamlessly integrated
access to all your downloaded music as well as access to a global library of over 20
million songs[2] from Sony's cloud-based subscription music service, Music Unlimited[3].

    The Movies application brings new intuitive ways to discover, manage and play movie
content, together with easy access to an extensive library of blockbuster movies and the
latest TV episodes from the Video Unlimited[2] service.

    The Album application provides seamless integration with the PlayMemories Online[2]
service, letting you access all your photos and albums from within the Album app instantly
and easily, wherever you are. You can even set an automatic upload of your photos to the
PlayMemories Online service to access and enjoy from any your favourite Sony devices.

    The Sony Reader app[2] provides seamless Reader store[2] access so you can download
and enjoy the latest bestsellers - it even lets you sync purchased books in popular
formats and continue reading from same page.

    Xperia Z Ultra will include an exclusive free entertainment content offer, including a
free trial of the Music Unlimited[2] service (subject to availability).

    Ultimate performance with the world's fastest smartphone processor****

    The Xperia Z Ultra features the world's fastest smartphone processor**** - the
Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor with HD voice, that together with Sony's audio Sony's
ClearAudio+ mode and Xloud loudness enhancement, delivers not just exceptional speed and
performance, but also unsurpassed voice and audio quality.

    Battery STAMINA Mode significantly improves the standby time of your smartphone by
four times or more[1] as it recognises when you're not using your display and
automatically turns off the functions you don't need, while keeping the notifications you
want. As soon as you press the power button to wake up your screen, everything is up and
running again.

    Built for business

    The Xperia Z Ultra is the ideal business partner thanks to the super responsive screen
with handwriting recognition which is compatible with any pencil and selected stylus or
pen (capacitive stylus or metal pen with tip diameter over 1mm). You can even write notes
or sketches during calls so you'll always be ready capture your ideas as they happen. The
easy-toggle keyboard makes it ideal for one-handed input and multi-tasking, with small
apps to help you improve productivity so you don't lose time browsing between windows.

    The robust security architecture safeguards both your corporate and personal data,
with support for multiple accounts that are quick and simple to set up. Further business
oriented applications will be made available in future as software updates, ensuring you
get the best smartphone experience - whether for work or play.

    Ultra connectivity

    With one-touch functions you can instantly and easily share music, photos and videos
from your smartphone to a wide range of NFC-enabled Sony devices, including speakers,
SmartWatch, wireless headsets and TVs. There are several new and innovative accessories
joining the range of popular connected devices.

    The SBH52 is a dynamic Smart Bluetooth(TM) Handset that provides easy hands-free call
handling with a single press, while leaving your smartphone conveniently in your bag. The
OLED display conveniently lets you browse your call log, view text messages, and see who's
calling you. Use it as a quality stereo music headset to listen to your tracks or to the
built-in standalone FM radio with RDS. Pairing and connecting is done simply by touching
it to your Xperia Z Ultra or other NFC-enabled device. And it's sleek, minimal design is
splash-proof, meaning you can now use it anywhere, in any weather.

    The latest generation of SmartWatch, the SmartWatch 2 SW2, helps you keep track of
everything without taking your smartphone out of your pocket or bag. The SmartWatch 2 is a
truly multifunctional digital watch and phone remote
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that lets you receive
notifications, control your music, and connect with one-touch NFC to your Bluetooth(TM)
headset for easy call handling. The water-resistant design makes it more versatile to use
than ever and can be personalised with any standard watch strap. Use it as a standalone
watch or with your smartphone. There are over 200 apps available for our first generation
and with an open API we expect new applications will be developed quickly and easily for
SmartWatch 2.

    The Magnetic Charging Dock DK30 has an innovative magnetic pin that lets you place
your Xperia Z Ultra snugly in the dock using one hand, either with or without the phone
cover on. While your phone is charging, it stands at a comfortable viewing angle easily
allowing you to keep watching your favourite movies even while charging.

    Xperia Z Ultra features

       
        - 6.4" Full HD TRILUMINOS(TM) Display for mobile powered by X-Reality(TM)
          for mobile engine for the ultimate viewing experience
        - Ultra slim, waterproof** and dust resistant (IP55/IP58) durable design
        - Qualcom[m(R)] Snapdragon(TM) 800 processor with 2.2 GHz quad-core CPUs and 4G
          LTE for fast performance
        - Write and sketch with any pencil and selected stylus or pen (capacitive stylus
          or metal pen with tip diameter over 1mm)
        - 8 megapixel camera with "Exmor RS for mobile" sensor and HDR for videos and
          photos
        - Full accessory ecosystem for premium entertainment and connectivity
        - Battery STAMINA Mode for outstanding battery life

    The Xperia Z Ultra will launch globally from Q3 2013 (exact timing of availability
will vary by market).

    For the full media kit and detailed specifications, please visit:

    http://blogs.sonymobile.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Xperia_Z_Ultra_press_release.pdf

    [*]Specifications verified by Strategy Analytics' SpecTRAX service, as of 24th of June
2013 the Xperia Z Ultra is the slimmest smartphone with a Full HD display, for more
information on Strategy analytics results go to: http://www.sonymobile.com/testresults

    [**]As of 24th of June 2013, outside of Japan, the Xperia Z Ultra is the only
waterproof smartphone with a Full HD display on global distribution. In compliance with
IP55 and IP58, Xperia Z Ultra is protected against the ingress of dust and is waterproof.
Provided that all ports and covers are firmly closed, the phone is (i) protected against
low pressure jets of water from all practicable directions in compliance with IP 55;
and/or (ii) can be kept under 1.50 metre of freshwater for up to 30 minutes in compliance
with IP58. The phone is not designed to float or work submerged underwater outside the
IP55 or IP58 classification range that may lead to your warranty will being void. Find out
more http://www.sonymobile.com/testresults

    *** Display area available compared to smartphones with a 5" display or smaller

    **** Specifications of Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 quad-core 2.2GHz processor verified by
Strategy Analytics' SpecTRAX service as of 24th of June 2013, for more information on
Strategy analytics results go to: http://www.sonymobile.com/testresults

    [1]Based on testing done with default settings, default accounts and applications for
Skype(TM) and Twitter downloaded to the phone. The more applications installed, the bigger
the effect of Battery STAMINA Mode.

    [2]Number of tracks available from this catalogue varies by country and may be less.

    [3]Sony Entertainment Network services are subject to availabilityby region. Please
visit http://www.sonyentertainmentnetwork.com for more details.

       
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        Sony Mobile Communications, Global Communications & PR department
        General Press: +44-(0)208-762-5858

Sony Mobile Communications

Introducing Sony SmartWatch 2 - the World's First Water-Resistant Smartwatch with NFC Connectivity*

MOBILE ASIA EXPO, SHANGHAI, June 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

       
        - A multi-functional message notification device, Android app interface and
          music remote, all in a sleek and water-resistant design
        - Combines Sony's technology and design expertise with one-touch connectivity
          and premium build quality
        - Next-generation Sony SmartWatch offers improved performance, intuitive
          interface and standalone capability
        - Reaffirms Sony's leadership in smartwatch and wearable technology segment**

    Sony Mobile Communications ("Sony Mobile") today introduces Sony SmartWatch 2 SW2, the
most advanced smartwatch available*.

    Sony SmartWatch 2 is a second screen for your Android smartphone
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that, as well as enhancing existing phone
functionality, offers unique new benefits. Combining form and function in a sleek design,
it serves as a multi-functional watch, notifier, Android app interface and phone remote
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control, all-in-one.

    Openness with Android

    App expandability is key to Sony SmartWatch 2. It can be personalised with more
dedicated apps than any other smartwatch* to seamlessly suit your needs, whether you are
on the go, keeping active, in business meetings or simply at home.

    Download a host of SmartWatch apps and experience a range of unique functions - many
of which can even be enjoyed without ever needing to reach for your phone:

       
        - Handle your calls by a simple touch of your wrist
        - Take a photo remotely from your SmartWatch, using a smart camera app
        - Control your presentations remotely using Presentation Pal
        - Taking a run or on the bike? Select a mapping app on SmartWatch to check your
          route with a quick glance at your wrist
        - Read previously downloaded e-mails when not connected to your phone
        - Use lifestyle apps like Runtastic to map and instantly track your fitness
          activities on the go
        - Quickly and easily adjust the tracks and volume on your music player, without
          ever taking your phone from your pocket

    SmartWatch 2 is also both sleek and reassuringly robust thanks to its water and dust
resistant design, giving you the freedom to enjoy it on the beach or simply on the go -
come rain or shine.

    An increasing market in wearable tech

    A typical smartphone user reaches for their phone many times a day to read messages,
check the time, view and make social media updates, use their favourite apps, take photos,
listen to music and play mobile games. SmartWatch 2 addresses this need by offering you a
convenient touch screen device so you no longer need to remove your phone from your pocket
or bag.

    "Sony is the proud leader in the smartwatch market** since introducing our first
Bluetooth watch in 2007," says Stefan K Persson, Head of Companion Products at Sony Mobile
Communications.

    "Competitors are only now launching first generation devices, while we are already
launching a 3rd generation device with all the insight gained from over half a million
customers combined with Sony's wealth of technology expertise to create the best ever
smartwatch experience.

    "The future of wearable devices is incredibly bright with analyst research predicting
41 million 'smart' watches will be sold by 2016," continues Persson. "We have over 200
unique apps dedicated for Sony SmartWatch with over one million downloads to date and we
are continuing to work with our strong developer network to deliver ever more compelling
smartwatch experiences."

    The best of Sony in a SmartWatch

    If you use Android, on either smartphone or tablet, Sony SmartWatch 2 is your ideal
smartwatch partner.

    It's easy and convenient to access notifications from your wrist such as messages,
calls, email, Facebook(TM)/Twitter(TM), Calendar, or use it as a remote for your
Walkman(TM) or other digital media player. This wireless accessory is ideal for pairing
with large-screen devices, such as the newly announced Xperia(TM) Z Ultra, in situations
which call for discrete usage.

    SmartWatch 2 introduces new features as a natural successor to the current Sony
SmartWatch such as NFC connectivity
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for one-touch
pairing, stunning premium design and a range of technologies including higher resolution
for sharper viewing, better visibility even in sunlight, longer battery stamina, more
intuitive interface, standalone watch functionality and a wide range of pre-installed and
recommended apps.

    When not connected to your phone, SmartWatch 2 works as a standalone digital watch.
Read previously received notifications, access the time, set your alarm or even use as a
light when searching for your keys.

    SmartWatch 2 can also be personalised with any standard 24mm wristband and new Sony
watchstraps will soon be available for further expression of your personal style.

    Using groundbreaking design, Sony continues to introduce new technologies and has the
largest range of NFC accessories available from wireless headsets
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to
portable speakers
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, TVs, SmartTags
and SmartWatch.

    Key features for Sony SmartWatch 2

       
        - Screen brightness (sunlight readable)
        - Longest battery life for a smartwatch* (battery level indicator shows low
          battery warning)
        - Water-resistant (IP57)
        - Easy setup (NFC pairing and connecting)
        - Standalone watch functionality
        - Standard micro USB cable for charging
        - User interface similar to Android UI so it is more intuitive
        - Bigger screen with higher resolution (1.6 inch, 220 x 176 pixels)
        - High quality materials (aluminium body and stainless steel wristband)
        - Extended compatibility (works with most Android phones)
        - Swappable wristbands - personalise with any standard 24mm strap

    Sony SmartWatch 2 SW2 will be available worldwide from September 2013.

    For all the latest news, views and info on Sony Xperia products, follow
@SonyMobileNews [http://twitter.com/SonyMobileNews ] on Twitter.

    [*]Specifications verified by Strategy Analytics, as of 21st June 2013 the Sony
SmartWatch is the world's first smartwatch with NFC, the most versatile smartwatch, has
more apps than any other smartwatch, has the longest battery time for a smartwatch.

    [**]Verified by Strategy Analytics, as of 21st June 2013, Sony is the leader in the
smartwatch category.

    For the full media kit and detailed specifications, please visit:

    http://blogs.sonymobile.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/SmartWatch_2_press_release.pdf

       
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Sony Mobile Communications

Nova Measuring Instruments' Chief Executive-Elect, Eitan Oppenhaim, to Participate in the Fifth Annual CEO Investor Summit 2013

Accredited investor and research analyst event to be held concurrently with SEMICON West and Intersolar 2013 in San Francisco

REHOVOT, Israel, June 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    Nova Measuring Instruments Ltd. (Nasdaq: NVMI), a provider of leading edge stand alone
metrology and a market leader of integrated metrology solutions to the semiconductor
process control market, announced that its President and CEO-elect, Mr. Eitan Oppenhaim,
and Mr. Dror David, CFO, will be participating in the Fifth Annual CEO Investor Summit
2013 on Wednesday July 10, 2013 in San Francisco, California. Mr. Oppenhaim is currently
EVP Global Business Group and has been named President and CEO of Nova, effective July 31,
2013, succeeding Mr. Gabi Seligsohn.

    The CEO Summit is an event that is held concurrently, but not affiliated, with SEMICON
West and Intersolar 2013 in San Francisco. The event is hosted by executive management
from participating companies and will feature a "round-robin" format consisting of small
group meetings, each 25 minutes in duration.

    The CEO Investor Summit is by invitation only and is open to accredited investors and
publishing research analysts. Investors or analysts interested in attending should contact
the Summit's co-chairs, Laura J. Guerrant-Oiye (lguerrant@guerrantir.com) at
(808)-882-1467 or Claire E. McAdams (claire@headgatepartners.com) at (530)-265-9899.

    There will also be an opportunity for investors and analysts to also meet with Mr.
Oppenhaim and Mr. David at the Semicon conference. Interested investors should contact the
Investor Relations team at Nova Measuring Instruments.

    About Nova Measuring Instruments Ltd.

    Nova Measuring Instruments Ltd. develops, produces and markets advanced integrated and
stand alone metrology solutions for the semiconductor manufacturing industry. Nova is
traded on the NASDAQ & TASE under the symbol NVMI. The Company's website is
http://www.novameasuring.com

       
        Company Contact:
        Dror David, Chief Financial Officer
        Nova Measuring Instruments Ltd.
        Tel: +972-73-2295600
        E-mail: info@novameasuring.com
        http://www.novameasuring.com

        Investor Relations Contacts:
        Ehud Helft / Kenny Green
        CCG Investor Relations Israel
        Tel: +1-646-201-9246
        E-mail: nova@ccgisrael.com

Nova Measuring Instruments Ltd

SEIKI Expands Its 4K Ultra HDTV Line With A New 39-inch Model

SEIKI to Introduce a 65-inch 4K Model by Fall 2013

DIAMOND BAR, Calif., June 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Targeting smart, savvy Ultra High-Definition television (Ultra HDTV) and PC monitor buyers ready to experience 4K digital entertainment, SEIKI Digital, Inc. (http://www.SEIKI.com) introduces its 39-inch LED 4K Ultra HDTV and adds to its 4K lineup. The new model (SE39UY04) features a panel resolution of 3,840-by-2,160, and an input refresh rate of 120Hz on a 1080p signal and 30Hz on a 4K signal. Shipping at the end of June, the SEIKI 39-inch 4K Ultra HDTV will be priced at MSRP of $699.

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The new SEIKI 39-inch 4K model will be revealed for the first time at the CE Week Line Shows and Exhibits held on June 26-27 at the Metropolitan Pavilion in New York.

"The first SEIKI 50-inch 4K model was the most talked about Ultra HDTV this year with its stunning picture quality and incredible price point," said Frank Kendzora, executive vice president for SEIKI Brand. "With the introduction of the SEIKI 39-inch 4K model, SEIKI has made 4K Ultra HDTVs even more affordable and ideal for PC users wanting to experience next-generation 4K computing. SEIKI will continue to expand its 4K Ultra HDTV line in 2013 to help accelerate the adoption of 4K digital entertainment and make it accessible to every consumer in the U.S. market."

SEIKI first introduced its 50-inch 4K model (SE50UY04) to the U.S. market in April 2013, and plans to include a third 65-inch 4K model by fall 2013. The new SEIKI 39-inch 4K Ultra HDTV will be available through select online and brick-and-mortar authorized retailers, including Sears as the first national retailer to offer the new SEIKI 4K model. Sears will make the SEIKI 39-inch 4K model available for pre-order starting Thursday, June 27 at http://www.sears.com.

The new SEIKI 39-inch 4K model features built-in digital and analog channel tuning, USB port for displaying 4K photos via USB flash drive, and multiple video and audio connections to support current high-definition video content. The model is also packaged with an HDMI 1.4 standard cable to enable video resolutions beyond 1080p.

For all of its Ultra HDTV and HDTV models, SEIKI offers the industry's first one-year, no-nonsense, replacement warranty through its U.S.-based technical support at (855) MY-SEIKI.

About SEIKI Digital, Inc.

SEIKI (pronounced "SAY-key") represents a new way of thinking in consumer electronics. SEIKI offers straightforward, reliable digital entertainment experience that is affordably priced and backed by the industry's most comprehensive customer support.

Featuring the industry's first one-year, no-nonsense, replacement warranty, SEIKI markets a full range of high-definition LED televisions that feature full 1080p resolution. The company also markets an audio product line that includes multi-channel stereo sound bar solutions and portable Bluetooth(®) speaker models. SEIKI products are available at select authorized national in-store and online retailers. For more information about SEIKI and its complete list of North American retail partners, please visit http://www.SEIKI.com.

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Twitter @SEIKIDigital
Website http://www.SEIKI.com

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SEIKI Digital, Inc.

CONTACT: Sung Choi, SEIKI Brand, (949) 422-7156, sungchoi@seikidigital.com

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

EaseUS Launches The World's First iPhone Data Recovery Freeware - MobiSaver Free

NEW YORK, June 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- EaseUS Software, as an innovative software developer for providing cost-effective solutions for storage management and data protection, today announces an important event by introducing the world's first and the most powerful iPhone data recovery freeware - EaseUS MobiSaver Free. It allows iPhone users to freely recover mistakenly deleted photos, videos, text messages, contacts and more.

Data loss might happen to everyone with an iPhone; photos, messages, contacts mistakenly deleted. Or your iPhone can become dead because of a jailbreak fail, or system update. No matter what it is, EaseUS MobiSaver Free can effectively rescue mistakenly deleted contents directly from an iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch with different file types supported. The best part of this software is that it is totally free.

EaseUS MobiSaver Free works immediately when data loss happens; simply connect the device to the computer, launch MobiSaver Free, and all your lost data can retrieved back with a few clicks. What's more, in cases where data cannot be recovered directly, EaseUS iPhone data recovery software can also recover information from the latest iTunes backup file.

Key Features:

    --  Recover Pictures & videos, Message attachments, Text Messages, Call
        History, Contacts, Calendar, Notes, Reminders, even Safari Bookmarks and
        more.
    --  Scan and preview recoverable information from the iTunes backup file or
        directly from iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch.
    --  Scan and preview recoverable information from the iTunes backup file.
    --  Can recover lost information after factory re-set, failed iOS update,
        accidental deletion, etc.
    --  No tech skills are required and cause no damage to your iDevices.
    --  Works with iPhone 3G/3GS/4/4S/5, iPad and iPod Touch.
Learn more at: http://www.easeus.com/mobisaver-mobile.htm .

About CHENGDU Yiwo Tech Development Co., Ltd.
EaseUS Software, is an innovative software developer dedicated to delivering the best software products and services of data security and storage management to the worldwide consumer and business market segments. Millions of people spreading over 180 countries are now using EaseUS' products and all speak highly of our software and service.

"EaseUS" is registered trademark of CHENGDU Yiwo Tech Development Co., Ltd. All other trademarks acknowledged.

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EaseUS Software

CONTACT: Eva Sun, Marketing Manager, CHENGDU Yiwo Tech Development Co., Ltd. /EaseUS, +86-28-8543-2479, eva@easeus.com

Technology from Rockets Seeks out Frisky Cows!

CINCINNATI, June 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    Dairymaster will be showing dairy producers how they can make their operations more
efficient at the first Precision Dairy Conference to be held in the USA, at the Mayo
Centre in Rochester, Minnesota this week. The Company is not only a leader in integrating
technology into farming, but its products are proven to increase yields, improve animal
health and keeps milk fresh for longer, safer and with less expenditure on power.

    "Our milking parlors have been tested and those tests showed that they produce 5% more
milk, milk each cow an average a minute faster. They also reduce squawking and, in turn,
that cuts down on mastitis. Because of advanced technologies our rotaries are operating
with fewer labor units. This is science applied to make producers' lives easier and more
profitable" said Dr Edmond Harty, CEO & Technical Director, Dairymaster. "This is why we
are proud to be a platinum sponsor of the United States' first ever precision dairy
conference."

    The effectiveness of Dairymaster's solutions is demonstrated through their strategic
partnership with Select Sires, one of the country's largest AI companies. Dairymaster's
heat detection system - the most accurate heat detection system on the market is sold as
Select Detect in the USA.

    Dairymaster's Select Detect Mobile app revolutionised the dairy industry, allows dairy
producers more freedom and flexibility, while still allowing them to increase pregnancy
rate. The app has changed the way fertility is managed and is very successful to date.

    Dairymaster focus is on improving performance and it has focused on how to use
technologies as diverse as accelerometers, nanotechnology and motion sensors combined with
an intimate knowledge of dairy farming and the behaviour of cattle. That has produced a
suite of high performance products for milking, feeding, cooling, manure scrapers and heat
detection that allows for almost every aspect of herd management to be automated.

    "Automating herd management is only scratching the surface of what our equipment can
do," says Harty. "What it can do is treat each cow within the herd as an individual. She
can be milked, inseminated, fed and medicated according to her individual needs which
means more profit for dairy producers."

    Earlier this month Dr Harty was a finalist for World Entrepreneur of the Year by Ernst
and Young in a prestigious competition which has been dubbed the Oscars of the business
world after successfully winning the national competition, "This award is recognition of
Dairymaster's strategy for sustainable growth, innovation and capability to optimise
product differentiation in the marketplace and provide unrivalled speed to market" said
Harty.

    "At Dairymaster we talk about making farming more profitable, enjoyable and
sustainable" said Harty. "There are dairy farms across the country and the world who are
using our technology and finding just that. We want to invite everyone visiting the
Precision Dairy Conference to visit our booth and see how they can too."

    For further information contact Lisa Herlihy, Marketing Manager +353-87-9529291

    Email: lherlihy@dairymaster.com

Dairymaster

Kreyos Unveils First Hands-Free, Two-Way Smartwatch That Lets Sports & Fitness Enthusiasts Use Voice And Gestures To Control Voice, Text, Emails, Music & More...On-the-Go

SAN FRANCISCO, June 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Tired of carrying your smartphone while running, cycling or golfing?  Ever struggled to pull your phone out of your bag and missed an important call?  Wish you could get rid of all your fitness gadgets and carry one handy tool with you while exercising?

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Kreyos, a multi-national start-up based in the United States, today unveiled the Kreyos Meteor - the first hands-free, two-way smartwatch that allows you to use voice and gestures to control your smartwatch.

"The first-generation of smartwatches on the market let you receive notifications.  But that's just one-way communication," says Steve Tan, co-founder of Kreyos.  "What's exciting is that we have gone far beyond that with the Meteor.  Now you can actually use voice or gestures to communicate with your friends via voice, text, email and social media.  It's a huge step forward for the smartwatch market.  In essence, anything your smartphone can do, you'll soon be able to do on your smartwatch."

The Power of Voice Control

Since the Kreyos Meteor is the only waterproof smartwatch on the market to feature a microphone and speaker, it is the first to allow you to control your smartwatch - and your smartphone functions - using voice commands.

"The Kreyos Meteor allows users to simply connect their smartwatch with their smartphone's voice command system," says Patricia Roche', vice president of marketing for Kreyos.  "Once connected, you'll be able to call friends, manage phone calls, respond to texts, change music, post to social media, send emails and access applications simply by using your voice."

The smartwatch works with Apple's SIRI - and is designed to work with other smartphone voice applications when they arrive on the market.  "Imagine being able to answer a phone without digging in your pocketbook for your smartphone.  Or ride a bike or a horse without worrying about losing your phone in the woods," Roche' says.  "The Kreyos Smartwatch gives you the freedom to use your smartphone even when it isn't with you."

Change Your Music and More...Using Gestures

Roche' notes that Kreyos has built motion control into the operating system of the Kreyos Meteor, which means that this is not a feature that can be easily replicated by other first-generation smartwatch companies.

"We have a special three-axis gyroscope and three-axis accelerometer built into the Meteor, so controlling your watch is as easy as moving your hand - up and down, left and right," she says.  "And if you don't like a specific gesture, we've provided you with the ability to customize your gestures, according to your preferences. And soon, we'll be adding a variety of other motions to the Kreyos platform."

With gesture control, users will be able to change music, answer a call or check an alert, among other activities, with a simple movement.   Initially, four different wrist motions will come pre-configured with the Kreyos and developers will have the freedom to build additional gestures into applications using Kreyos SDK.

Tracking Fitness Simplified with ANT+ Connectivity

In addition to its voice and gesture capabilities, the Kreyos Meteor has the ability to constantly record your body data, day and night.   This information can be used to track goals achieved, share progress with your social network or with friends, etc.

"The Meteor has a built-in pedometer that can track the number of steps you've taken in one day; show you the distance you've walked; how many stairs you've climbed; or how many calories you've burned.  Then you can upload that information to the "cloud" and share with trainers, coaches, friends or anyone on your social network," Roche' notes.

In addition, the Meteor is designed to connect to any ANT+ or Bluetooth-enabled sensors, including heartbeat monitors, blood pressure sensors, among others. "Anyone looking to lose weight or get fit will discover that they don't need to carry around a bunch of gadgets.  Instead, they can link them to their smartwatch - and track their stats in real time."

"We're already working with developers on new applications that will enable users to record advanced data and metrics in real time and enable coaches to provide after-exercise analysis of performance," Roche' adds.  "Imagine being able to analyze your golf swing while on the golf course.  Or let a coach take a look at your stats remotely after a workout.  This technology is going to revolutionize the way people use data to improve their fitness.

Built Differently From the Platform Up

Because voice and gesture control are hardware, rather than software, integrations, Kreyos literally built its operating system for the Kreyos Meteor so that it could accommodate these functions from the outset.

Some key functions of the Kreyos Meteor include, among others:

    --  Hands-free control of your smartphone
    --  Two-way interactive SMS/text and email messaging
    --  Full-scale health and fitness monitoring device
    --  Social media notifications and ability to post updates on the fly
    --  Notifications (alarms, calendar, SMS, email, weather, breaking news)
    --  Full clock and calendar functionality
    --  Connects to all types of devices and platforms, including iOS, Android.
    --  Complete customization with Kreyos SDK
Fashion Accessories for Those on the Go

The Kreyos Meteor Smartwatch comes with a watchband (available in sizes for both men and women), and are available in black, white, lime, pink and blue colors.  In addition, because Kreyos users are expected to be active, the Meteor has some additional accessories.  Users can simply pop their Meteor smartwatch out of the Kreyos WatchBand and put it into a specially-made BeltHook or LanYard (which hangs around the neck or from a bike).

"Our accessories and watchbands are made of a highly durable, waterproof silicone that's flexible and fun to wear," says Roche'.  "In initial tests, everyone wanted to order the watchbands in every color - and add an accessory package.  It's fun because you can mix it up and wear whatever works the best for you."

Roche' noted that the Meteor has already been tested and is ready for production.  Unlike most of the first-generation smartwatches, the Meteor is raising funds on Indiegogo primarily for manufacturing, marketing, distribution and future advances.  With a successful run on Indiegogo, they estimate that those who purchase the smartwatch will have their smartwatch and any accessories in November - in plenty of time for the Christmas holidays.

About Kreyos

Founded in the United States, Kreyos is a truly international company.  The team features experts in different fields, located in the USA, Singapore, Spain, China, Taiwan, and the Philippines.  Its team members have worked for world-class companies, including HP Microsoft, Acer, Lenovo, Hitachi, Toshiba, Amazon, Best Buy, REI, among many others.  With a passion for electronics, consumer products and sports, the Kreyos team built the Meteor Smartwatch we wanted to use - and share with the world.  For more information, visit our website at:  http://www.kreyos.com.

Media Contact:

Aaron Biller

Serandu International

1+212.663.9319 or

212.663.4862

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Berlusi Launches World-First Collection of Luxury Buffalo Leather Hand-Crafted Apple and Samsung Accessories for Phone and Tablet

LONDON, June 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    London-based fashion accessory designer Berlusi [http://www.berlusi.com ] today
unveiled its new 2013 collection of the world's first Brazilian Buffalo leather cases and
sleeves for Apple and Samsung phones and tablets.

    The new Berlusi collection [http://www.berlusi.com/category/berlusi-iphone-covers ]
offers elegant, fashion-forward designs with a vintage feel. The cases provide better
protection for electronic devices, in conjunction with excellent functionality and an
individual sense of style.

    The Berlusi range has been crafted from exquisite Brazilian buffalo leather, which is
extremely beautiful and, most importantly, is of a quality and durability rarely found in
high-end fashion electronics accessories.

    The 2013 collection showcases the Berlusi clutch
[http://www.berlusi.com/ipad-products/berlusi-clutchbag-for-ipad-2nd-and-3rd-gen-black ].
Inspired by the unmistakable charm of an iconic 1950's clutch for the iPad 2/3/4. It's one
of the slimmest and most discreet leather sleeves available on the market. The unique
design envelopes the iPad as it nestles into a beautiful black velvet lining.

    Also new to the collection is the super stylish "executive black" S4 sleeve
[http://www.berlusi.com/berlusi-iphone-covers/berlusi-samsung-galaxy-s4-buffalo-leather-case ]
, which is beautifully hand stitched with a retro white organic cotton.

    "The underlying philosophy of Berlusi is to complement our customers' individual style
whilst enhancing the beauty of the original device's design," says Aneal Dominic, Berlusi
CEO. "All Berlusi accessories are packaged beautifully, making them a premium choice for
corporate and personal gift giving."

    About Berlusi

    Berlusi is a London-based international luxury brand offering elegant protection for
Apple or Samsung phone and tablet electronic devices.

    Berlusi creates seasonal ranges for men and women, which represent excellence in
functionality and fashion-forward design.

    July 2013 beckons international distribution of Berlusi in most Apple Premium shops.

    RELATED LINKS: http://www.berlusi.com

Berlusi

CONTACT: Aneal Dominic, Email: Aneal@Berlusi.com, +447732-882430

LG Electronics Debuts New Guest-Centric Solutions

Unveiled at HITEC 2013, New Pro:Centric® Televisions Increase Options for Enhanced Interactive Guest Room Experience

MINNEAPOLIS, June 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics USA, the industry leader in hotel- and guest-centric display solutions, is unveiling two new series of commercial-grade LED TVs featuring the latest Pro:Centric® platform, designed to deliver an enhanced, interactive guest-room experience.

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New models in the premium LP870H Pro:Centric Smart IPTV series are ultra-slim edge-lit LED TVs, while LP645H Pro:Centric Direct LED TV models are designed for value-minded properties. Both series include Full HD display capabilities, interactive services support and LG EcoSmart(TM) technology.

Expanding one of the widest ranges of displays already offered to the hospitality market, LG will demonstrate the new models here this week at the 2013 Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition & Conference (HITEC: Booth 517), along with leading-edge digital signage solutions optimized for the hospitality industry.

"These two new series build on the success of the Pro:Centric platform and exemplify LG's commitment to providing hospitality companies and property operators more choice in determining the type of technology they want to use," said Richard Lewis, senior vice president, research and technology for LG's U.S. R&D subsidiary, Zenith. "Under the stunning aesthetics of the 870H series lies the most advanced platform we've introduced to date and the 645H series delivers a more cost-effective Pro:Centric LED option for the first time."

Maximizing the Guest Experience
LG's flagship LP870H series is built around the enhanced Pro:Centric platform with support for Java, Flash and HTML software to deliver one of the widest ranges of partner interactive applications available in the hospitality market. Through an advanced platform design, the LP870H series provides uniform services and functionality across both RF (radio frequency) and IP (Internet protocol) networks, enabling the TV to operate in both network types, while allowing integration of the set top box client to avoid additional hardware costs associated with traditional two-piece solutions.

The 870H is designed for second-screen support, and options include Wi-Di and Wi-Fi Direct, as well as Miracast, to allow system integrators to enable guests to use their mobile devices to share and view their content on the TV.

Economical with LG EcoSmart
The LP645H is LG's first series of Direct LED TVs featuring the RF-based Pro:Centric platform with support for Java and Flash based applications. Direct-lit LED TV delivers the advantages of an LED display with improved contrast ratio and picture brightness along with lower power consumption in a more economical package.

LP645H series TVs support embedded b-LAN(TM) for Pay-Per-View and Free-To-Guest system interoperability, integrated LG Pro:Idiom® digital rights management and MPEG-2/MPEG-4 H.264 decoding for viewing of premium HD channels. As an added bonus, guests have the ability to view their own content stored on portable devices on the TV thanks to the plug-and-play function with compatible Remote Jack Packs.

Hoteliers can also take advantage of LG's Free Electronic Program Guide data service available with all Pro:Centric televisions, so that guests are able to locate and enjoy available TV entertainment with a channel selection guide application, just like they do at home. Leveraging Pro:Centric capabilities, the LP645H series also supports LG's Pro:Centric applications that enable hotels to easily communicate up-to-the-minute information via electronic billboards on property amenities, weather forecasts and local attractions.

Both new series are ENERGY STAR® certified and incorporate LG's EcoSmart features, which allows for multiple manual and automatic options for energy conservation, providing an ideal solution for corporate and lodging environments looking to save on energy costs. LG EcoSmart includes Dynamic Power Savings, which reduces power consumption and optimizes picture settings, Static Power Savings that allows the installer to set the preferred power consumption level, and Intelligent Sensor for integrators to program the display to respond to the ambient light in the room and automatically reduce brightness and energy output under most circumstances.

The Pro:Centric Advantage
Pro:Centric technology, a standards-based applications platform designed to enable hotels to easily communicate up-to-the-minute information, introduces new ways for hotels to communicate with guests. Hoteliers can now customize the entire in-room experience providing guests with an Interactive Electronic Program Guide with advanced channel search and selection capabilities. Guests can also book room service, spa services and golf course schedules at the touch of the remote.

"As technology evolves and new applications emerge, greater emphasis and importance is being placed on effectively delivering content to customers and guests in a way that mirrors the way they enjoy content at home," said Lewis.  "With Pro:Centric-enabled LED TVs, LG continues to advance its offerings available to meet the ever evolving needs of the business owners and their guests."

With built-in b-LAN(TM), as well as all other FTG system providers, Pro:Centric-enabled TVs with Pro:Idiom, the digital rights management system that assures the availability of high-value HD content in hospitality settings, eliminate the need for an added card to provide this function.

More LG Solutions at HITEC

At HITEC, LG is also exhibiting a number of other cutting-edge display and signage solutions for the hospitality market, including:

    --  LG's LT777H LED TV series is an outstanding combination of Java, Flash
        and HTML compatibility with IP video decoding, built-in Wi-Fi and dual
        RF tuners - resulting in a powerful, feature-rich IPTV platform.
        --  The LT777H supports a range of Smart TV applications including
            Google Maps, Twitter, Facebook and Accuweather coupled with a full
            Internet browser making it ideal for delivering these types of
            applications within an IP environment.
        --  The LT777H Pro:Centric model also supports embedded b-LAN(TM) for
            Pay-Per-View and Free-To-Guest system interoperability, integrated
            LG Pro:Idiom® digital rights management and MPEG-2/MPEG-4 H.264
            decoding for viewing of premium HD channels.
    --  LG's 84-inch class (84.0 inch diagonal) commercial-grade Ultra HD
        Signage Display boasts a pixel resolution of 3840 x 2160, four times
        higher than Full HD displays*, offering the sharpest picture available
        on a large-screen display.
        --  LG's In Plane Switching (IPS) panel technology helps ensure accurate
            color saturation and contrast at wide-angle viewing (both horizontal
            and vertical).
        --  The Ultra HD 2160p display has a bezel width of just 27.9mm at its
            thinnest point and may be mounted in portrait or landscape mode.
            LG's unique display technology also provides a temperature tolerance
            of up to 230 degrees Fahrenheit (110 degrees Celsius), which helps
            alleviate a common problem of screens overheating, affecting picture
            quality.
    --  LG's 55LN549E EzSign TV expands the innovative technology that made the
        original EzSign great with the powerful display technology LED lighting
        offers.
        --  EzSign offers customizable signage content running simultaneously
            with live TV or another external media source, attracting attention
            while delivering messaging to consumers, while LED lighting improves
            the image quality and energy efficiency of the ENERGY STAR®
            qualified model.
    --  Perfect for hotel lobbies, retail environments and video walls, the
        backlit 55WV70MD offers a Full HD 1080p picture and can be configured in
        video walls up to 15 x 15 tiles.
        --  This 55-inch class (54.6-inch diagonal) monitor has an ultra narrow
            bezel of only 3.4mm (left/top) and 1.9mm (right/bottom), and
            functions in both portrait and landscape mode. It also incorporates
            an IPS panel, 800nit brightness, Local Dimming technology, Shine Out
            technology, and LG's CINEMA 3D technology.
For more information on these LED TVs and display monitors, as well as the full line of hospitality solutions showcased at HITEC this week, please visit: http://www.lgsolutions.com.

About LG Electronics USA

The LG Electronics USA Home Electronics Business-to-Business division serves customers in the U.S. digital signage, systems integration, lodging and hospitality, healthcare, education, government and industrial markets. Based in Lincolnshire, Ill., with its dedicated engineering and customer support team, LG Electronics USA Home Electronics Business-to-Business delivers business-to-business technology solutions tailored to the particular needs of business environments. LG Electronics USA, Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics, Inc., a $49 billion global force in consumer electronics, home appliances and mobile communications. LG Electronics is a 2012 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year.  For more information, please visit http://www.LGSolutions.com.

*No "ultra definition" or "4K" video content is currently available. May not be compatible with all UHD broadcast standards if and when developed.

Designs, features and specifications subject to change without notice.

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

Hyper Hippo Productions is Thrilled to Announce Mech Mice

Kids Lead a Squad of Unlikely Heroes in a New Tactical Strategy Game Releasing this Fall

KELOWNA, British Columbia, June 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyper Hippo Productions officially announces Mech Mice, a turn-based, tactical squad game featuring a rich storyline set in a mysterious world. Hyper Hippo, a new digital entertainment studio formed by two of the leading minds behind Disney's Club Penguin, has teamed with Oktobor Animation, producer of children's animation for Emmy award-winning shows, to bring the world of Mech Mice to personal devices everywhere.  The browser-based game will be available for Mac and PC this fall, followed by mobile platforms later in 2013.

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Created for fans ages ten and up, Mech Mice challenges players to build their own squad of "Mech Mice" and help defend their way of life against the invading armies of the villainous Dark Union. Within the world of Mech Mice, fans will engage in a safe community while leading their squads through a series of fun and challenging levels that incorporate turn-based strategy, skill management and the collection of digital action figures.

With Mech Mice and beyond, Hyper Hippo is committed to championing the future of online safety.  "It is our goal to create safe places for kids to play online, while also encouraging a positive real world impact," said Lance Priebe, Co-Founder and Chief Creative Development Officer at Hyper Hippo. 

Hyper Hippo seeks to establish a trusted relationship with parents built on safety and transparency, while also pioneering its strong dedication to social responsibility.  "In addition to online community benefits, we are excited to partner with some inspiring organizations, which provide our community with the ability to give back offline to less fortunate kids around the world," said Pascale Audette, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Hyper Hippo. "Hyper Hippo will donate a free Mech Mice 'All Access Game Account' to various children's support programs around the world for every pre-order purchase received during the games open beta phase... and that's just the beginning!"

Mech Mice is currently in closed beta and will officially enter open beta on July 9, 2013. For more information, visit http://www.mechmice.com. Videos and screenshots showing off the game can be found on Mech Mice's social channels: Facebook.com/mechmice, Twitter.com/mechmice, and YouTube.com/mechmice.

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CONTACT: Stacey Clement, 360PR for Hyper Hippo, 617-585-5774, sclement@360pr.com; or Zared Goldfarb, 360PR for Hyper Hippo, 617-585-5777, zgoldfarb@360pr.com

Web Site: http://hyperhippo.ca

Playboy To Launch Premium Vapor Collection

Playboy Brand to Enter Fast-growing Electronic Cigarette Category

LOS ANGELES, June 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Playboy Enterprises, Inc. announced today that it will be launching a premium collection of Playboy-branded electronic vapor products in the fall of 2013. The Playboy Premium Vapor Collection includes disposable and rechargeable electronic cigarettes and hookahs in a variety of unique flavors designed to appeal to consumers who embrace the indulgent Playboy lifestyle.

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Playboy's line of vapor products, offered via license through United Convenience Supply, LLC, will be the first to be backed by an established brand with global consumer appeal, offering a unique and attractive presence on store shelves.  The vapor category is seeing explosive growth as consumers embrace the freedom and ease of enjoying electronic cigarettes in any setting.  Vapor products are projected to generate $2 billion dollars in retail sales this year and the industry is expected to exceed $10 billion in annual sales by 2017, according to Wells Fargo Securities.

Playboy's electronic cigarette line will include a premium quality disposable cigarette available in a variety of flavors with and without nicotine, and a rechargeable kit that will contain a cigarette device, two cartridges, and a USB charger as well as a rechargeable, refillable premium vapor device. The collection will also include a series of flavored hookahs. The full line can be viewed at http://playboyecigs.com.

Playboy is looking forward to teaming up with retailers and wholesalers to bring its modern collection to consumers that are looking for the appeal of a convenient and stylish electronic cigarette experience. 

For distribution information, contact:
Jimmy Esebag
United Convenience Supply, LLC
1901 Avenue of the Stars, Suite 470
Los Angeles, CA 90067
Telephone: 310-551-4100
info@playboyecigs.com

About Playboy Enterprises, Inc.
Playboy is one of the most recognized and popular consumer brands in the world. Playboy Enterprises, Inc. is a media and lifestyle company that markets the brand through a wide range of media properties and licensing initiatives. The company publishes Playboy magazine in the United States and abroad, and creates content for distribution via television networks, websites, mobile platforms and radio. Through licensing agreements, the Playboy brand appears on a wide range of consumer products in more than 150 countries, as well as retail stores and entertainment venues. For more information, please visit: http://www.PlayboyEnterprises.com.

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CONTACT: Theresa Hennessey, Playboy, (773) 960-7276, theresah@playboy.com; or Ray Yeung / Nancy Zakhary, Brainerd Communicators, (212) 986-6667, yeung@braincomm.com / nancy@braincomm.com

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

ESCORT Invites NYC Public to Experience the All-New PASSPORT® Max(TM) High Definition Radar Detector Live In Action

'The Best Detector Ever' to demo at New York City's GDGT Show on June 24 at 10:00 P.M.

NEW YORK, June 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- ESCORT Inc. (ESCORTinc.com), designer and manufacturer of the world's only High Definition PASSPORT® Max(TM) radar & laser detector, today formally invites the public to experience the all-new record setting design firsthand for themselves.  Using advanced military technology, PASSPORT Max(TM) delivers high definition performance with ultra-fast signal processing and unprecedented noise filtering. 

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Debuting at major New York City press shows last week, ESCORT will feature the new PASSPORT Max HD radar detector at the GDGT Live New York tradeshow.  The event takes place tonight at The Altman Building, 135 West 18th Street, Manhattan, 7:00pm to 10:00pm.

"Major industry analysts have named the new PASSORT Max 'the best detector ever,'" said Ron Gividen, ESCORT PR Director.  "Tonight GDGT Live guests will be able to see the advanced digital signal processing technology in the world's only High Definition radar detector," Gividen added.

True Digital Signal Processing allows PASSPORT Max(TM) to achieve ultra-fast processing speeds, unprecedented range reporting and DNA intelligent signal analysis for the ultimate in alert clarity.  In less than three weeks, PASSPORT Max(TM) has shattered the three most important test records for detectors:  overall range, measured sensitivity and response time.

For more information about the new PASSPORT Max HD Detector view ESCORT Inc on youtube, visit ESCORTinc.com or call the company direct at 800.433.3487. 

Video Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=Ll9ulAzyrVY

About ESCORT Inc.

ESCORT Inc. is the designer and manufacturer of the world's most awarded radar and laser detectors, the patented ESCORT Live(TM) real-time ticket protection network, PASSPORT Max HD radar detector, ESCORT MobileTV(TM), Guardian Alert reverse obstacle detection systems, Entourage GPS-enabled navigation and tracking products, ESCORT QuickStart(TM) and other Drive Smarter products.  ESCORT holds more than 85% of all active category patents and manufactures products under the ESCORT, PASSPORT, REDLINE, SOLO and BELTRONICS brands. 

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/DriveSmarter
Twitter: https://twitter.com/escortradar#sthash.0wCHJTNx.dpuf

Editorial Contact:
Ron Gividen
513.870.8500
Email

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LG Debuts Premium 100-inch Laser Display for Truly Cinematic Experience

DUBAI, UAE, June 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

            A triumph for home cinema, LG's Laser Display combines stellar picture

                           quality and space-saving convenience

    LG Electronics (LG) unveiled its premium 100-inch (254 cm) Laser Display at a grand
event in Dubai, UAE that will enhance the home cinema experience as never before. Home
cinema enthusiasts can now watch their favourite film and sports match on a gigantic
screen without compromising on picture quality in the comfort of their living room.

    To view the Multimedia News Release, please click:

    http://www.multivu.com/mnr/61931-LG-debuts-premium-100-inch-laser-display

    This new masterpiece by LG, which was named Product of the Future at CES 2013, offers
Full HD 1080p screen resolution along with an incredible contrast with LG's laser-based
technology.

    "LG are delighted with the positive and overwhelming response we have received from
both our customers and the media when we first unveiled the Laser Display at CES 2013
earlier this year," said Mr. D. Y. Kim, President of LG Electronics, Gulf FZE. "The Laser
Display provides unparalleled cinema experience to customers in their homes, astonishing
natural colour tones with high performance and narrow bezel design that will add elegance
to homes."

    A Truly Cinematic Experience at Home

    The LG Laser Display boasts Full HD resolution and a 1,000,000:1 dynamic contrast
ratio, rendering the most vivid images in incredible clarity. The anti-reflective screen
allows viewers to enjoy stunning, cinematic picture quality, even in the brightest of
conditions. While conventional projection systems require a considerable distance to
display images on a large screen, the lens of LG's UST unit can be positioned a mere 22
inches (approximately 56 centimeters) away from the 100-inch display. This clever,
space-efficient configuration means the user doesn't have to sacrifice half the room in
order to enjoy the many benefits of the Laser Display.

    Unobtrusive, Minimalist Design

    LG's Laser Display has two 10W speakers built into in the UST unit, which support
virtual surround sound for an authentic cinema experience at home. The compact device
features LG's understated yet stylish Dynamic Arc Design with a subtly curved surface that
reaches an unobtrusive 5.7 inches in height. Meanwhile, the 100-inch screen adopts LG's
CINEMA SCREEN design for a slim and minimalistic appearance, compatible with any interior
decor.

    More Reliable, Less Environmental Impact

    LG's UST projection unit employs a technologically advanced laser-based illumination
system. It features a specialized bulb that can operate for 25,000 hours without needing
replacement, which is five times longer than an environmentally-unsound mercury lamp.
Removing mercury from its high quality products is just one example of how LG is striving
to become more environmentally friendly.

    An Ideal Solution for Small and Medium-sized Businesses

    Though the Laser Display excels in the home, it is also perfect for business
applications as well. Its versatile features, large screen, and compact UST system make it
ideal for video conferencing or delivering important multimedia presentations. At
100-inches, the screen can be easily viewed by all video conference participants or
presentation attendees.

    A Unique Premium Product for UAE's families

    LG's Laser Display - A giant to start a new era of TV Home Entertainment for UAE
consumers. Screen reflections and small displays will now become an issue of the past.
With a 100-inch screen and Tru-Laser Technology LG's Laser Display enables exclusive
viewing experience with comfortable and smooth picture quality inside every living room.

    About LG Electronics, Inc.

    LG Electronics, Inc. (KSE: 066570.KS) is a global leader and technology innovator in
consumer electronics, mobile communications and home appliances, employing nearly 87,000
people working in over 110 locations around the world. With 2012 global sales of USD 45.22
billion (KRW 50.96 trillion), LG comprises four business units - Home Entertainment,
Mobile Communications, Home Appliance, and Air Conditioning & Energy Solution - and is one
of the world's leading producers of flat panel TVs, mobile devices, air conditioners,
washing machines and refrigerators. LG Electronics is a 2012 and 2013 ENERGY STAR(R)
Partner of the Year. For more news and information on LG Electronics, please visit
http://www.LGnewsroom.com.

    About LG Electronics Home Entertainment Company

    The LG Electronics Home Entertainment Company is a global top player in televisions,
monitors, commercial displays, audio video systems, personal computers and security
systems. The company constantly pushes technological boundaries to create feature-rich
devices with stylish designs that meet global consumer needs. LG's consumer products
include CINEMA 3D Smart TVs, OLED TVs, IPS monitors, home theater systems, Blu-ray
Disc(TM) players, car audio/video systems, mouse scanners and external storage devices.
LG's commercial products include digital signage, video conferencing systems and IP
security cameras. For more information, please visit http://www.lg.com.

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Atmel Expands CryptoAuthentication Portfolio with Elliptical Curve Asymmetric Key Authentication Solutions

New Cost-Optimized ATECC108 Solution Offers Lower Bill of Material By Delivering an Easy-to-Use One-Chip Security Solution; Ideal for Consumer, Medical, Industrial and Automation Applications

SAN JOSE, Calif., June 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Atmel( )Corporation (NASDAQ: ATML), a leader in microcontroller (MCU) and touch technology solutions, today announced the expansion of its CryptoAuthentication(TM) portfolio to include the ATECC108 solution with elliptical curve (ECC) asymmetric key algorithm.

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Atmel's ATECC108 solution delivers advanced security features to support some of the latest security standards from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) including the P256, B283 and K283 elliptical curves, and FIPS 186-3 elliptical curve digital signature algorithm. The easy-to-use solution also delivers up to 8.5Kb EEPROM, allowing storage for up to 16 keys, a unique 72-bit serial number and a FIPS standard-based random number generator. The combined features make the ATECC108 solution ideal for consumer electronics, consumables, medical devices, industrial, automation and IP licensing applications that require increased security controls when communicating with other devices or to the Internet.

The ATECC108 is a perfect solution for authenticating system accessories, consumables and spare parts. Through authentication, the manufacturer can ensure their revenue stream and product quality are protected by only allowing OEM-authorized accessories to work with their equipment. This device also delivers an overall lower bill of material (BOM) by only requiring one security chip on the accessory side without the need to protect the key storage on the host system side since the host only needs to store a public key. The device is easy to design in and in many cases will require nothing more than a software upgrade on the host system.

According to the NSA*, "New techniques have been developed which offer both better performance and higher security than first generation public key techniques. The best assured group of new public key techniques is built on the arithmetic of elliptic curves. [As one] scales security upwards over time to meet the evolving threat posed by eavesdroppers and hackers with access to greater computing resources, elliptic curves begin to offer dramatic savings over the old, first generation techniques." 

"In this increasingly connected world, wireless communication is becoming more prevalent making security a very important feature in every design," said Kerry Maletsky, Director of Security Solutions, Atmel Corporation. "There are two fundamental security encryption technologies, symmetric and asymmetric, with the industry rapidly progressing to the latter technology. Atmel's new ATECC108 CryptoAuthentication solution makes this technically difficult shift easier and more cost effective by lowering the overall system cost."

Atmel's ATECC108 and other CryptoAuthentication solutions can be ideally paired with an Atmel AVR or ARM-based microcontroller for a complete system solution. To learn more about Atmel MCUs, click here.

Other key features for the ATECC108 solution can be found here.

Pricing and Availability

Atmel's ATECC108 solution is available now in three different packages including UDFN, SOIC and 3-lead Contact. Pricing starts at $0.54 USD for 1,000-piece quantity.

More Information

Atmel CryptoAuthentication Devices: http://www.atmel.com/products/other/cryptoauthentication/default.aspx
Atmel ATECC108 Solution: http://www.atmel.com/Microsite/security/control_your_design_investment.aspx
Atmel YouTube Channel at http://www.atmel.com/youtube
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LinkedIn: http://www.atmel.com/linkedin
Facebook: http://www.atmel.com/facebook

About Atmel

Atmel Corporation (Nasdaq: ATML) is a worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of microcontrollers, capacitive touch solutions, advanced logic, mixed-signal, nonvolatile memory and radio frequency (RF) components. Leveraging one of the industry's broadest intellectual property (IP) technology portfolios, Atmel is able to provide the electronics industry with complete system solutions focused on industrial, consumer, communications, computing and automotive markets.

© 2013 Atmel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Atmel(®), Atmel logo and combinations thereof, CryptoAuthentication(TM),  and others are registered trademarks or trademarks of Atmel Corporation or its subsidiaries.

* NSA website: http://www.nsa.gov/business/programs/elliptic_curve.shtml

Press Contact:

Agnes Toan, PR Manager

Tel: (+1) 408-487-2963, Email: agnes.toan@atmel.com

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NQ Mobile(TM) Award-winning Security and Privacy Products Expand Footprint to 3,500 Retail Stores in US

BEIJING and DALLAS, June 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- NQ Mobile (NYSE: NQ) a leading global provider of mobile Internet services, is pleased to announce that it now has relationships to provide its flagship products: NQ Mobile Security(TM), NQ Family Guardian(TM) and NQ Mobile Vault(TM) for Android that will bring the total to more than 3,500 retail locations across the U.S. beginning June 24, 2013.

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These retailers provide in-store marketing and point-of-sale promotion of NQ Mobile's top-selling mobile security, privacy and family protection services.

"This expanded nationwide presence will provide NQ Mobile with an unparalleled opportunity to engage with premium consumers at point of purchase," said Omar Khan, Co-Chief Executive Officer, NQ Mobile. "By educating consumers about how to keep their phones, personal information and family safe, we continue to reinforce that our solutions are best-in-class in securing vital mobile information and protecting families from looming mobile threats."

In addition to announced relationships with Verizon Premium Wireless Retailers, such as The Cellular Connection, A-Wireless, and Go Wireless, and MetroPCS and Cricket retailers such as, Gratis Cellular and I-Communication, NQ Mobile flagship products will be rolled out at 1,500 Target stores nationwide beginning June 24, 2013 and are also currently available on the Google Play store.

About NQ Mobile

NQ Mobile Inc. (NYSE: NQ) is a leading global provider of mobile Internet services.  NQ Mobile is a mobile security pioneer with proven competency to acquire, engage, and monetize customers globally.  NQ Mobile's portfolio includes mobile security and mobile games & advertising for the consumer market and consulting, mobile platforms and mobility services for the enterprise market.  As of March 31, 2013, NQ Mobile maintains a large, global user base of 327 million registered user accounts and 111 million monthly active user accounts through its consumer mobile security business, 77 million registered user accounts and 14 million monthly active user accounts through its mobile games & advertising business and over 1,250 enterprise customers.  NQ Mobile maintains dual headquarters in Dallas, Texas, USA and Beijing, China. For more information on NQ Mobile, please visit http://www.nq.com.

CONTACT:

Investor Relations
NQ Mobile
+852-3975-2853
investors@nq.com

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CONTACT: NQ Mobile, Kim Titus, +1-972-841-0506, kim.titus@nq.com or MWW Group for NQ Mobile?, Alex Fencl , +1-214-414-3330, afencl@mww.com

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

LeapFrog's New LeapReader Sells Out In First Two Weeks

LeapFrog's new learn to read and write solution meets a critical need to help children get ready for school

EMERYVILLE, Calif., June 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- LeapFrog Enterprises, Inc. (NYSE:LF), the leader in educational entertainment, today announced that the new LeapReader learn to read and write solution has sold out of pre-sale units on leapfrog.com in less than two weeks. Unveiled in late April, LeapReader became available for pre-sale on major retailer websites on June 12. Additional quantities of the LeapReader will be available at major retailers in early July.

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"LeapReader pre-sale sold out quicker than expected demonstrating that parents are searching for quality learn to read and write solutions to ensure their children have the right skills they need for early success," said John Barbour, chief executive officer at LeapFrog. "The LeapReader solution helps children learn to read and write using physical books and workbooks and also supports related skills like listening comprehension. Developed with our team of LeapFrog learning experts, LeapReader is the perfect representation of learning and fun coming together to help build the foundation for early literacy."

LeapReader, from the creators of the #1 selling Tag learn to read system**, is the next generation of non-screen based learning that helps children build literacy skills and reading confidence. With LeapReader's three essential experiences - learn to read, learn to write and learn through listening - children sound out words and read sentences, write letters with interactive guidance, and develop comprehension skills. The extensive LeapReader library includes more than 150 engaging and fun learning experiences such as books, audio books, flash cards, maps, learn-to-write sets, music albums and trivia challenges.

Availability

LeapReader (MSRP $49.99 and in pink and green, for children ages 4-8) will be available at major retail locations and at http://www.leapfrog.com in early July. All audio books and music albums will be available for download using LeapFrog Connect Application for LeapReader. LeapReader holds audio for up to 40 books or 175 songs at a time and works with most Tag books*.

For more information, visit http://www.leapfrog.com/LeapReader. 

*For complete list of compatible Tag books, visit leapfrog.com/LeapReader

** U.S. Source: #1 Learn-to-Read System based on The NPD Group/Retail Tracking Service; Preschool Electronic Learning, Learn-to-Read brands as defined by LeapFrog in dollars, annual 2012.

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 and extended family, 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. Come see the learning at http://www.leapfrog.com.   

TM & © 2013 LeapFrog Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved.

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New Cloud-Based Investigator Portal from Veeva Systems Speeds Clinical Study Start-Up

BOSTON, June 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

                Single source for sponsor, CRO and investigator collaboration

    During the Drug Information Association's (DIA) annual meeting today, Veeva Systems
previewed its new Veeva Vault Investigator Portal. As a companion product to Vault eTMF,
Vault Investigator Portal enables fast collection, sharing and tracking of all
investigator content from a single platform. Veeva has specifically designed its new
Investigator Portal to speed study start-up by simplifying the overall trial document
management process and providing bi-directional, direct access to the eTMF.

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    Clinical trials are one of the most complex areas of a life sciences company's
operations, requiring global reach, coordination and tracking across multiple
stakeholders. Investigators and site personnel spend hundreds of hours performing
redundant tasks across multiple sponsors and systems. Most trial technologies hinder
investigator efficiency and breed frustration. Veeva's cloud-based Vault Investigator
Portal orchestrates collaboration with site personnel for more efficient operations.

    "Without a doubt, the back and forth between investigators and the CRO or sponsor is
causing huge delays in study start-up. Most of these documents are still exchanged as
paper, which is slow and adds expense. Sponsors and CROs must find ways to improve the
efficiency while protecting the increasingly important site relationship," said Michael
Burton, director of clinical product strategy at Veeva.

    Veeva's Vault Investigator Portal helps streamline trials and increase efficiency with
features that lessen the workload for sponsors and investigators, including:

       
        - Single source for sponsors, CROs and investigator sites to submit and
          access documents
        - Direct placement of site documents into the eTMF
        - Two-way channel for exchanging documents, including safety alerts and site
          training videos
        - Prioritised to-do lists and associated documents packaged and pushed to
          investigator sites

    "With Vault Investigator Portal, sponsors and CROs will benefit from better document
tracking and placement into the eTMF," concluded Burton. "The ease-of-use and efficiency
for investigators will make working with the sponsor and CRO more attractive, which should
keep investigators coming back for trial after trial."

    Also announced at DIA 2013 today, Veeva adds critical publishing capabilities to Vault
Submissions - the industry's first cloud-based application for managing submissions
content.

    About Veeva Vault Development Suite

    Vault Investigator Portal is part of the Veeva Development Suite, the only cloud-based
suite of integrated content management applications for the life sciences industry.
Spanning every major part of a life sciences company - from R&D to clinical trials, to
quality and manufacturing - the Veeva Development Suite gives pharmaceutical,
biotechnology and medical device companies the ability to deploy a single content
management system globally. All Development Suite applications offer real-time reporting
and dashboards, an intuitive web interface, and a true multitenant cloud architecture that
continuously delivers rapid innovation.

    About Veeva Systems
Veeva Systems is a leader in cloud-based software for the global life sciences industry.
Committed to innovation, product excellence and customer success, Veeva has over 150
customers, ranging from the world's largest pharmaceutical companies to emerging biotechs.
Founded in 2007, Veeva is a privately held company headquartered in the San Francisco Bay
Area, with offices in Philadelphia, Barcelona, Budapest, London, Paris, Beijing, Shanghai
and Tokyo. For more information, visit http://www.veeva.com.

       
        Media Contact
        Lisa Barbadora
        Veeva Systems, Inc.
        pr@veevasystems.com

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registered trademarks of Veeva Systems. Veeva Systems owns other registered and
unregistered trademarks. Other names used herein may be trademarks of their respective
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Allot Communications' 3GPP-Compliant TDF Offers CSPs Innovative Ways to Analyze and Capitalize on LTE Traffic

Allot teamed with Tier-1 Mobile operators and led the Standardization of TDF for LTE Networks

HOD HASHARON, Israel, June 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    Allot Communications Ltd. [http://www.allot.com ] (NASDAQ: ALLT), a leading supplier
of service optimization and revenue generation solutions for fixed and mobile broadband
service providers, today announced availability of its pure-play, 3GPP-compliant Traffic
Detection Function (TDF) for LTE networks. Allot is a leader in LTE TDF solutions, and
several top tier LTE operators are already utilizing the TDF-enabled Allot Service Gateway
to analyze subscriber behavior and monetize their broadband networks.

    TDF - part of the 3GPP Release 11 LTE standard - provides CSPs with an unprecedented
level of network visibility to better analyze and respond to broadband traffic. With
increasing availability of LTE, aggressive competition has emerged from Over the Top (OTT)
content providers such as Facebook and Skype. As these services thrive, operator revenues
are drained, and carriers find themselves once again faced with the threat of becoming
merely a "bit pipe". The key for operators to monetize OTT traffic lies in the ability to
better analyze and respond to that traffic in real time.

    The TDF-enabled Allot Service Gateway is a pure-play solution that enables CSPs to
analyze and monetize OTT traffic by leveraging application awareness and transaction
information in order to deploy innovative pricing plans, drive new service revenues and
increase customer loyalty. Allot led the standardization efforts of TDF for LTE and
continues to lead standardization activity for connecting TDF to other 3GPP components for
policy control and charging purposes.

    To underscore the importance of TDF, this week market research firm Current Analysis
issued a new paper highlighting the benefits and availability of TDF solutions for LTE.

    "The era of LTE has brought with it a new paradigm of competition. OTT players have
taken advantage of these higher speed networks to create services that are in high demand
- services that bypass carriers altogether. As a result, CSPs must develop new ways of
thinking when it comes to offering mobile services," said Lynnette Luna, Senior Analyst,
Services Ecosystem, Current Analysis. "TDF is an important tool. Greater network
visibility means CSPs have the power to implement new pricing paradigms based on real-time
user data around device types, location, application, usage and more. CSPs can take full
advantage of LTE's capabilities around QoS and data speeds while leveraging their position
in the market to add significant value to OTT offerings.

    "TDF brings with it the opportunity for carriers to implement business intelligence
analytics and application-specific charging policies. This type of dedicated functionality
is critical for carriers looking to add value to OTT providers like Facebook and Skype,"
said Andrei Elefant, VP Marketing & Product Management of Allot Communications. "Allot is
a market leader in TDF, and we are leading the change in standardizing this important
technology to simplify operator networks and bring our customers the most powerful
analytics tools available."

    Allot Communications has issued a new white paper analyzing pure-play versus embedded
TDF architectures. The white paper compares the performance, scalability and operability
in converged network environments of these two TDF architectures. To access both the Allot
Communications white paper, as well as the Current Analysis paper, please click Here.
[http://www.allot.com/TDF-in-LTE.html?campidp1D0000000mOFS ]

    About Allot Communications

    Allot Communications Ltd. (NASDAQ, TASE: ALLT) is a leading global provider of
intelligent broadband solutions that put mobile, fixed and enterprise networks at the
center of the digital lifestyle. Allot's DPI-based solutions identify and leverage the
business intelligence in data networks, empowering operators to shape digital lifestyle
experiences and to capitalize on the network traffic they generate. Allot's unique blend
of innovative technology, proven know-how and collaborative approach to industry standards
and partnerships enables service providers worldwide to elevate their role in the digital
lifestyle ecosystem and to open the door to a wealth of new business opportunities. For
more information please visit: http://www.allot.com

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    Information provided in this press release may contain statements relating to current
expectations, estimates, forecasts and projections about future events that are
"forward-looking statements" as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of
1995. These forward-looking statements generally relate to the Company's plans, objectives
and expectations for future operations, including the expectation to implement the next
stage of deployment of tiered services and other prospects of the frame agreement. These
forward-looking statements are based upon management's current estimates and projections
of future results or trends. Actual future results may differ materially from those
projected as a result of certain risks and uncertainties. These factors include, but are
not limited to: the expected characteristics of the deployed solution with the LATAM
Tier-1 Operator and the ability to secure future orders from said customer, changes in
general economic and business conditions and, specifically, a decline in demand for the
company's products; the company's inability to develop and introduce new technologies,
products and applications; loss of market; and other factors discussed under the heading
"Risk Factors" in the company's annual report on Form 20-F filed with the Securities and
Exchange Commission. These forward-looking statements are made only as of the date hereof,
and the company undertakes no obligation to update or revise the forward-looking
statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

    Contacts

    Allot Communications, Maya Lustig, Director of Corporate Communications,
+972-9-7616851, mlustig@allot.com

    Finn Partners for Allot Communications, Amy Farrell, +1-214-250-4995,
amy.farrell@finnpartners.com

Allot Communications Ltd.

Polystar Introduces Marketing Analytics Solution for Telco Marketers

STOCKHOLM, June 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    Polystar, a leading supplier of Service Assurance, Network Monitoring and Test
Solutions for the telecom market, announced today that it expands its Customer Insight
solution and introduces "Marketing Analytics" for telco marketers. The product is designed
to deliver comprehensive real-time subscriber awareness and enhanced business intelligence
of over-the-top (OTT) application usage.

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    Polystar's "Marketing Analytics" solution removes the complexity of the detailed
signalling information and visualises Intelligent Data in a simplified and digestible
manner. Data enrichments enable mobile telecommunication marketers to gain a better
understanding of their subscribers' behaviour, usage patterns and customer's preferences
to further improve service quality. As a result, Mobile Network Operators can run their
operation more efficiently, and increase customer loyalty.

    Polystar's "Application Recognition" (Deep packet inspection (DPI)), combined with the
"Marketing Analytics" application enables Mobile Network Operators and service providers
to go well beyond conventional network monitoring and troubleshooting. The advanced
Polystar solutions offer sophisticated network analytics and enhanced troubleshooting
capabilities, as well as real-time visibility of bandwidth consumptions and application
utilisation down to each subscriber segment.

    Extracting detailed traffic information in real-time has become an integral part in
the information value chain for Big Data analysis in telecoms. The intelligent data of
Polystar's solutions delivers vital information for internal planning and marketing
strategies. The new Polystar's "Marketing Analytics" and "Application Recognition" (Deep
Packet Inspection) applications are designed for marketing and product teams to perform
comprehensive customer segmentation analysis, better understand service and product
utilisation, and monitor marketing campaigns in a more efficient manner. As an example,
Mobile Network Operator might look into details on how different customer groups behave
and utilise the available set of services in relation to their subscription plans, and how
age and gender generate different scenarios. By analysing customer profiles and
utilisation, subscriptions and price plans can be continuously improved and adopted.
Besides, Polystar "Marketing Analytics" give network operators the ability to monitor the
utilisation and service quality and evaluate the success of new services introduction.

    The "Marketing Analytics" reporting capability is also beneficial for device analysis,
where operators gain valuable information on usage and performance of handset devices from
a vendor or model perspective. Through the device identity information, the data is
enriched with the vendor and model for each event or transaction. This makes it feasible
to continuously analyse both existing and new handsets. The best performing devices can be
strategically selected for future campaigns or in subscriptions, while the worst
performing devices can be avoided.

    While using Polystar's mobile aware Deep Packet Inspection (DPI) capabilities and
"Marketing Analytics" solution, network operators gain valuable insight on how OTT voice
services (mVoIP) affect the operator's voice business and OTT messaging services - SMS or
MMS revenues.

    "We are continuously expanding the boundaries of our product portfolio, and we are
about to take a big leap with our next product release in September," commented Mikael
Grill, CEO of Polystar. "The introduction of 10Gbps real-time DPI Application Recognition
capabilities and the "Marketing Analytics" application are important milestones in our
Customer Experience Management (CEM) and Big Data analytics strategy. Our customers will
be able to differentiate themselves in the competitive environment, optimise their
marketing strategies, further improve Quality of Experience and find new ways to monetise
network Big Data."

    About Polystar

    Polystar is the premier supplier of Service Assurance, Network Monitoring and Test
Solutions to leading telecom operators, service providers and network equipment
manufacturers around the globe. Polystar's innovative product portfolio supports the
complete lifecycle of new services and technologies - from design, pre-deployment
verification and stress-testing, through roll-out, down to network assurance and service
management of in-service mobile, fixed, IP or converged networks. Polystar is recognised
as one of the fastest-growing companies in Sweden. Since its establishment in Stockholm in
1983, it has experienced a continuous and sustainable growth, and evolved to a global
presence, serving its customers in over 50 countries.

       
        Polystar Media Contact
        Inna Ott
        Director of Marketing
        Phone: +46-8-50-600-600
        Email: inna.ott@polystar.com

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HYPERSIM is setting a new performance benchmark for real-time simulation of large power grids and micro-grids using the latest Intel 32-Core computer system

MONTREAL, June 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- OPAL-RT TECHNOLOGIES, the leading provider of open PC-based real-time digital simulators, announces the availability of HYPERSIM, supporting standard Intel-compatible multi-core PCs and all OPAL-RT advanced Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) real-time I/O systems. Combined with the latest four-socket 32-core Intel-compatible motherboard, HYPERSIM enables  real-time simulation of large power grids, micro-grids distributed generation systems with more than 2,400 electrical nodes with a simulation time step below 50 micro-seconds. Such a performance level, achieved with standard computer technology outperforms all other very expensive competing digital real-time simulators using custom-made DSP and risk processor boards.

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"This new level of performance proves, once again, the strength of our strategy of using standard computer technology, instead of custom computer boards to provide the best products to our customer at the best price," says Jean Belanger, CEO and OPAL-RT co-founder, adding, "OPAL-RT strategy is to democratize real-time simulation technologies by taking advantage of the best technologies developed for the mass market."

HYPERSIM's 32-core simulators help engineers and scientists to design new distributed and renewable generation concepts and optimize actual power transmission and distribution systems. Electrical grids integrating power electronic systems such as HVDC transmission, FACTS, photo-voltaic cells (PV), wind turbine converters and plug-in-hybrid vehicles, can be simulated in detail to accurately evaluate electromagnetic transients and system performance. The simulator can predict component stresses and dynamic performances for several normal and fault conditions that would be either impractical or too dangerous to perform on actual systems. Such accurate simulation requires a fast parallel computer capable of achieving simulation steps in less than 50 microseconds, or below one microsecond in the case of very fast power electronic systems. Furthermore, the simulator must be capable of simulating very large interconnected power grids to predict cascaded events, which may lead to catastrophic continent-wide blackouts. Actual control and protection system equipment must also be connected with the simulator to verify its capability.

That's why today's power system companies, R&D centers and universities need powerful tools to simulate and analyze very large-scale power systems, in real-time interface with control, protection and with wide-area control systems that are designed to detect power grid component failures and control the power grid to prevent system collapse. OPAL-RT meets this challenge by providing scalable real-time simulation solutions used for factory acceptance, system integration testing, R&D work and commissioning tests.

Last year, Hydro-Quebec and OPAL-RT TECHNOLOGIES signed a strategic collaboration agreement for the shared development and commercialization of the HYPERSIM power system simulator. HYPERSIM runs on OPAL-RT's standard Intel-compatible multicore computer systems as well as on large SGI super computers with hundreds of processors. Such scalability, unique in the industry, enables to meet the most demanding applications and the needs of teaching institutions requiring simulators with several processor cores.  In fact, it is the most powerful simulator in the world in terms of processing power, inter-processor communication speed and scalability. Consequently, HYPERSIM allows researchers and engineers to work on issues that were impossible to work before. In this way, OPAL-RT revolutionizes the way we do real-time simulation.

OPAL-RT's vision is to democratize real-time simulation. The ease-of-use combined with lower costs for the customer, are key in the process of making simulation accessible to all. OPAL-RT uses Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) computers to offer the most cost-effective solutions on the market. Consequently, more and more customers benefit from the latest technology on the market.

About OPAL-RT TECHNOLOGIES:

OPAL-RT is a world leading developer of open, Real-Time Digital Simulators and Hardware-in-the-Loop testing equipment for electrical, electro-mechanical and power electronics systems.

Our simulators are used by engineers and researchers at leading manufacturers, utilities, universities and research centers around the world.

Our unique technological approach integrates parallel, distributed computing with commercial-off-the-shelf technologies. Customers perform Rapid Control Prototyping, System Integration, and Hardware-in-the-Loop testing of electric drives, electronic controllers and power distribution networks in a variety of industries including automotive, aerospace, electric ships, power generation, rail, and industrial manufacturing.

http://opal-rt.com/new-product/hypersim-power-system-real-time-simulator

SOURCE  OPAL-RT TECHNOLOGIES

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CONTACT: Beatrice Perier Agostini, 514-935-2323, ext 313, beatrice.perier-agostini@opal-rt.com

Web Site: http://opal-rt.com

Multimedia Update: Iowa Farm Family Unleashes BusterBall(TM) -- And The World Will Never Be The Same

New Game App Character Talks Smack; Forces Players to Dodge Insults While Navigating the Game

OTTUMWA, Iowa, June 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Straight from America's heartland comes a hot new 3D game app that demands determination, skill and a thick skin. BusterBall(TM) - the first video game app created by Full Sea Productions - is now available for download on iPhone, iPad and iPod.

Visit our Multimedia Page @ mppr.info/fullseaproductions.

At the heart of the new game is Buster: a bright, yellow, talking ball whose wise guy comments will make game players snicker, guffaw and if they're not careful, become completely distracted. Play your best or Buster will come back with one of his 'bazillion' snarky comments: "It looks like you've been chased through the forest of stupid and hit every tree!"

The basic premise of BusterBall is to shoot an exploding ball toward Buster and get as close as you can without hitting him--similar to Bocce Ball. But BusterBall rolls off in a different direction. First, there are those in-your-face insults from Buster. And if that doesn't completely distract game players, there are all sorts of interference thrown into the path of your roll including exploding barrels, unexplored tunnels, magnetrons and repelling mushrooms.

To succeed, steel-nerved players will need to discover constantly evolving strategies to help get them close to Buster without hitting him. Successful players will collect coins, rewards and achievements. Master one level of BusterBall and new challenges and characters pop up. Oh, but if you do bump your ball into the smack talking little guy, he detonates your ball, your game points are lost and Buster gets even more ornery.

BusterBall will be taking players to challenging 3D locations by continually releasing new courses regularly for the rest of the year including Victorian era villages, spooky graveyards and a haunted mansion.

Visit our Multimedia Page @ mppr.info/fullseaproductions.

Full Sea Productions, based in Ottumwa, Iowa, is comprised of a lone Iowa farm family: the Mooneys. In addition to video game development, the Mooneys manage a 200-acre farm. "Not your typical video game company," says Scott Mooney, co-game creator and CEO of Full Sea. "But we're not making your typical video games either."

The company's vision statement and day-to-day mantra is: Never Game the Same Again(TM). They will continue to develop shockingly funny video games that inspire laughter, snickers, giggles and the occasional happy snort.

SOURCE  Full Sea Productions

Full Sea Productions

CONTACT: Bob Kopach, (312) 852-0132, Bob.kopach@bokoideas.com

Web Site: http://mppr.info/fullseaproductions

National Technical Systems Announces New Product Safety Lab at Plano, TX Facility

International Approval Capabilities, New Director of Telecommunications To Be Featured at Plano Facility Open House, Customer Appreciation Day

CALABASAS, Calif. and PLANO, Texas, June 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- National Technical Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTSC) (NTS), a leading provider of testing and engineering services, announced today that its Plano, TX facility is building a new internationally-focused product safety lab capability and has hired its first Director of Telecommunications. The new lab capability and Tom Griffith, the new Director of Telecommunications, will be among the features at the facility's open house/Customer Appreciation Day on June 28.

The new product safety lab, scheduled for completion by mid-July, has been designed to support customers seeking a wide variety of international approvals for their exports. The newly-created position of Director of Telecommunications will bring a new level of focus at the Plano facility on telecommunications testing and customer outreach, noted William C. McGinnis, President and CEO of National Technical Systems.

"We are the leading aerospace, military, commercial electronic and telecommunications product testing laboratory in the Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) area and will continue to upgrade and evolve the facility to meet the new demands of all of our customers," McGinnis said. "In terms of international product approvals, we have made it our goal to be a comprehensive provider of international product testing and will support our customers in their export efforts by preparing them in terms of product safety, specific paperwork and legal demands and any other international requirements. In terms of telecommunications, we have a new focus to continue to grow the business."

Other featured capabilities at the Plano facility include vibration testing at extreme temperatures (-300° F to 600° F), salt water immersion testing up to 150 feet deep and radar avoidance testing (DFS test). The facility includes a 50,000-square-foot main laboratory with another 45,000-square-foot support facility.

Griffith, 48, a resident of Dallas, has more than 20 years of experience in the telecommunications industry. He is the founder and former Vice President Sales and Business Development for Dallas-based BRIDGE Networks Inc., a company focused on bridging telecom and data networks together in the wireless carrier environment.

"Our goal is to expand and extend our work here in Plano in the telecommunications market and Tom will help us lead that effort in building this business," said John Ngo, General Manager of the Plano facility.

The open house/Customer Appreciation Day will be held from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday, June 28. The Plano facility is located at 1701 E. Plano Parkway, Suite 150.

About NTS Plano

NTS Plano has compliance testing facilities equipped with the latest test tools and is staffed by test engineers with years of experience and the most up-to-date training in wireless and wired telecom technologies, as well as domestic and international  product approvals. The combination of experience and high-end test systems gives NTS Plano the ability to assist any company seeking to bring products to market with speed and efficiency. NTS Plano also provides a variety of EMC/EMI/ESD services to a multitude of industries with expertise in testing to military, aerospace, telecommunications, and other industry specifications.

About National Technical Systems

National Technical Systems, Inc. is a leading provider of engineering services to the aerospace, defense, telecommunications, automotive and high technology markets. Through a world-wide network of resources, NTS provides full product life-cycle support, offering world class design engineering, compliance, testing, certification, quality registration and program management. For additional information about NTS, visit the Company's website at http://www.nts.com or call 800-270-2516.

Forward-Looking Statements
The statements in this press release that relate to future plans, events or performance, are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including risks associated with uncertainties pertaining to customer orders, demand for services and products, development of markets for the companies' services and products and other risks identified in the companies' SEC filings. Actual results, events and performance may differ materially. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. The companies undertake no obligation to release publicly the result of any revisions to these forward-looking statements that may be made to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.

"Safe Harbor" Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: Statements in this press release regarding National Technical Systems' business which are not historical facts are "forward-looking statements" that involve risks and uncertainties. For a discussion of such risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements, see "Risk Factors" in the Company's Annual Report or Form 10-K for the most recently ended fiscal year.

    Contact: Allen & Caron Inc National Technical Systems

    Jill Bertotti (investors)  Aaron Cohen (corporate)

    jill@allencaron.com        aaron.cohen@nts.com

    Len Hall (media)           (818) 591-0776

    len@allencaron.com         Dwight Moore (technical)

    (949) 474-4300             dwight.moore@nts.com

                               (978) 263-2933, Ext. 273
SOURCE  National Technical Systems, Inc.

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

Battery Market: Advanced Batteries, Rechargeable & Materials Research Reports

DALLAS, June 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    ReportsnReports.com adds new market research reports on the battery market, covering
advanced batteries, worldwide rechargeable batteries, materials, consumer electronics
lithium batteries as well as lithium iron phosphate material and batteries.

    The "Advanced Batteries - Global Market Size Regulations Competitive Landscape and
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global advanced battery market. It explains the key drivers and challenges impacting the
market, and also provides data regarding historic (2008-2012) and forecast (2013-2020)
market size for advanced batteries globally. The country analysis sections include
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application and latest policy developments in the respective country. The key countries
considered for this report are the US, UK, Germany, China, Japan, and India. Complete
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research and development. Some of the companies discussed in this report are: Sony, Sanyo,
MBI, Sanyo GS, NEC, Maxell, BYD, LG Chem, SDI, Lishen, Yuaza Delta, Gold Peak, E-One,
A123, Chemetal, FMC Lithium, Matsushita, Mitsui Mining, Mitsui Zozen, Nichia Corp, Nikki
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lithium-ion battery industry. It is estimated that by 2017, the scale of Chins' lithium
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CrazyRush Volume 1: Already 390 000 Downloads and a lot of new Features

LILLE, France, June 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    It's been a little more than one month since CrazyRush Volume 1
[https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/crazyrush-volume-1/id619774165?mt=8 ] has been released.
Available for free on smartphones and tablets, this is the first casual game created and
published by the French studio Vertical.

    In the past few weeks, Bunny, the nitro rabbit, and his race-mates have invade the
devices of more than 390,000 gamers. And more than 3,000,000 races have been played in the
loony worlds of CrazyRush!

    Even if the game is available in 10 languages, it's on the European continent and
mostly on the Asian one that the breathtaking worlds of CrazyRush Volume 1 are most played
(almost 70% of gamers are Asian!)

    While on Google Play almost 90% of gamers gave a 4 or 5-stars rate, on the AppStore
the game hits the ranks successfully: ndegree(s)1 of racing games in China, ndegree(s)15
of all games and ndegree(s)2 of action games in Japan, ndegree(s)5 of racing games in
South Korea, ndegree(s)3 of racing games in France, ndegree(s)3 of racing games in
Netherland.

    And now, the AppStore has listed CrazyRush Volume 1 as one of its favourite app!

    Facing this enthusiasm the studio has released an update few days ago.

    Let's start with the addition of 2 new languages: Japanese and Russian. For sure, this
will help welcoming more and more players in the colourful worlds of the game!

    Concerning the gameplay, player will have to complete daily missions in order to be
rewarded with virtual currency. The social aspect of the game is having some changes too,
now the friends' scores or the ones of the entire world are featured. Eventually, players
have now access to tips in order to help them during races.

    The battle for collecting as much crystals as possible and all the poulpies should be
way more closed than ever!

    Download CrazyRush Volume 1:

    iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/de/app/crazyrush-volume-1/id619774165

    Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.vertical.crazyrush

    Download the media kit:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/cpoo0x9a2avl2av/%28CrazyRush%29%20Assets%20v3.zip
[https://www.dropbox.com/s/cpoo0x9a2avl2av/%2528CrazyRush%2529%20Assets%20v3.zip ]

    About VERTICAL:

    VERTICAL is an independent developer and publisher of 3D freemium games for smartphone
and tablet. VERTICAL is focused on creating original IP games with Unity.

    Founded in 2012, VERTICAL is headquartered near Lille (north of France). Consumers can
find high-quality entertainment created exclusively for their mobile devices. For live
updates, please follow us at http://www.vertic.al

    Be social:

    Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Crazy-Rush/131656610349975?ref=hl

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/VerticalQG

    Press contact: com@vertic.al

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VERTICAL

CONTACT: +33(0)3-20-24-28-70

Highland Capital Partners Establishes $25 Million Leap Fund(TM); Fuels Businesses Based on Leap Motion Technology

Aims to accelerate wide-spread adoption and disruptive experiences developed using Leap Motion's new 3-D motion-control technology

MENLO PARK, Calif., June 20, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Highland Capital Partners, a global venture capital firm focused on putting the entrepreneur first, today announced the Leap Fund(TM), a $25 million investment initiative to support entrepreneurs and companies that are developing breakthrough experiences to solve human scale problems.

With the Leap Fund initiative, Highland looks to make investments in developers, entrepreneurs and businesses solving human scale problems in a wide array of sectors, including education, security, healthcare IT, big data and productivity, among others - sectors core to Highland's strategy. In addition to capital, Leap Fund investments will receive guidance, mentorship and access to a deep network of advisors and resources to help them scale. Building on their relationship, Highland Capital Partners and Leap Motion will engage in joint community activities to help foster innovation and entrepreneurship around Leap Motion's technology platform.

Leap Motion provides the world's most powerful and sensitive touch-free 3-D motion-control and motion-sensing technology. Highland Capital Partners led the Series A investment in Leap Motion in early 2012. "It's incredibly rare for a company to have enough potential to warrant an investment program dedicated solely to its technology," said Peter Bell of Highland Capital Partners. "We look forward to working with Leap Motion to continue to grow its already flourishing ecosystem."

"With the Leap Fund, we aim to make investments in companies that will further accelerate the adoption of Leap Motion's technology into our daily lives," said Manish Patel of Highland Capital Partners. "This technology has the potential to transform numerous industries and impact millions of people, and we're excited to support the company."

Later this summer, the Leap Motion Controller will begin shipping to hundreds of thousands of people. Leading OEMs, including HP and ASUS, have inked deals to bundle and/or embed Leap Motion with their products. Best Buy signed a US-retail launch exclusive to sell Leap Motion Controllers in stores across the country. In addition, more than 65,000 developers globally have expressed interest in joining Leap Motion's developer program.

"Highland Capital Partners has championed our mission of breaking down barriers between people and technology from day one," said Michael Buckwald, co-founder and CEO of Leap Motion. "We are pleased to work closely with Highland's Leap Fund to further support our existing developer community and expand the business ecosystem around our revolutionary technology."

Areas of funding interest for the Leap Fund initiative include apps for Airspace(TM) - Leap Motion's app store, embedding the technology into other hardware or software and unique business use cases.

About Highland Capital Partners
Founded in 1988, Highland Capital Partners is a global venture capital firm focused on putting the entrepreneur first. With offices in Silicon Valley, Boston and Shanghai, Highland has raised over $3 billion in committed capital and invested in more than 225 companies, resulting in category-defining businesses across consumer and enterprise technology. Investments include 2U, Aereo, Ask Jeeves, Bromium, Calxeda, Leap Motion, LevelUp, Lycos, MapQuest, Nebula, QD Vision, Qihoo 360, Quattro Wireless, RentJuice, Rent the Runway, Starent Networks, Sybase, Violin Memory, VistaPrint and WePay. Highland also serves as a mentor for future entrepreneurs through Summer@Highland, a program that provides students and university-affiliated startups with the environment and resources to take their initiative to the next level. For more information, visit http://www.hcp.com.

SOURCE  Highland Capital Partners

Highland Capital Partners

CONTACT: Amy White, 650-260-5857, awhite@hcp.com

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

Kornit Brings Highest Speeds to the Direct-to-Garment Market With the new Avalanche 1000

Fastest model takes single operator printing "to an incredible new level"

ROSH-HA'AYIN, Israel, June 20, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    Kornit Digital [http://www.kornit-digital.com ], the leading manufacturer and
innovator of digital textile printing, will launch a new addition to the Avalanche product
family at Fespa 2013. Designed for 24/7 mass production operation, the Avalanche 1000 is
the fastest direct-to-garment printer ever made by the company. Besides its outstanding
productivity, it features new piezo-electric print-heads, a back-up battery system and an
integrated professional humidity system for greater efficiency.

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    The Avalanche 1000's enhanced speed and performance characteristics enable a single
operator to produce printed garments and fabric cuts at exceptional speeds, making it the
most productive direct-to-garment printer in the market. In common with all other machines
from Kornit that print on a large variety of textiles using one ink set, the Avalanche
1000 utilises the company's NeoPigment[TM] process which is far more environmentally
friendly and efficient than machines that require additional pre-treatment and drying
processes before being ready for print.

    "The Avalanche 1000 has taken digital direct-to-garment printing to an incredible new
level," says Jay Butterfield, owner of Silk Screen Ink in Storm Lake, Iowa and beta
customer for the new printer. "Since partnering with Kornit for Avalanche 1000 beta
testing, Scott Hopper, VP of Operations for Silk Screen Ink, has put the machine through
rigid evaluation over the past six months. We are proud to have assisted in the
development of this remarkable solution. Just like any other Kornit machine, we can
produce the same wide variety of applications, but now enormously faster. A single
operator can produce the highest quality prints at a truly impressive speed that meets the
demands of our growing customer base and business."

    Designed for the mass production of garments, Kornit's Avalanche 1000 has dual pallet
industrial production capability, and is a very robust platform designed for heavy duty
use. The print-head array, equipped with 24 Spectra Polaris heads, generates very high
speeds and excellent print quality. An integrated humidifying system makes the machine
resistant to the daily variations in room climate, and a back-up battery system allows the
main power to be turned off when the machine is not being used. It features a print area
of up to 90 x 60cm and 12cm wide pass printing. An automatic height adjustment mechanism
allows printing over buttons, zippers and other protruding objects. It prints up to 300
light and 170 dark garments per hour. With all those new features, the Avalanche 1000 is
perfectly suited to be used all day, every day and for all volumes.

    "We are truly excited about the release of the new Avalanche 1000," states Ofer
Ben-Zur, CEO of Kornit Digital. "It has been designed from the ground up to meet our most
demanding customers' needs for a robust, mass-production, 24/7 operational solution. Based
on customers' requirements and utilising Kornit's ten years of field experience, the
Avalanche 1000 will provide printers with the lowest operational cost and superlative
quality."

    Another new member of the Avalanche product family will be the Kornit Avalanche Hexa,
making its first public appearance at Fespa. The Avalanche Hexa is a six-colour
direct-to-garment printer featuring additional red and green channels with an extended
gamut for improved colour saturation and spot colour handling, making it the ideal
direct-to-garment solution for the fashion, sportswear and promotional materials printing
markets.

    About Kornit Digital

    Kornit Digital develops, manufactures and markets industrial and commercial printing
solutions for the garment, apparel and textile industries. Leading the digital textile
printing market with its unique eco-friendly NeoPigment[TM] process, it directly caters to
the needs of the entire textile printing value chain from designers to manufacturers,
apparel decorators and fashion brands. With its immense experience in the direct to
garment market, Kornit Digital is revolutionizing the roll fabric industry with its single
step solution that enables printing with one ink set on multiple types of fabric and with
no additional finishing process. Founded in 2003, Kornit Digital is a global company with
offices in the United States, Asia Pacific and Europe and serves customers in more than
100 countries worldwide. For more information, visit Kornit Digital at
http://www.kornit.com.

       
        Press contact
        Oliver Luedtke
        Marketing Manager, EMEA
        Tel. +49-2102-53580-33
        oliver.luedtke@kornit.com

        Kornit Digital Ltd.
        12 Ha'Amal Street,
        Afek Park
        Rosh-Ha'Ayin 48092
        Israel
        Tel. +972-3-908-5800
        kornit@kornit.co.il

    http://www.kornit-digital.com

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"Big Fish Casino" Introduces New "Forbidden Island" Slots Game

Social Scatter(TM) Mechanic Enhances Experience for Players to Interact and Share the Slot Payout

SEATTLE, June 20, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Big Fish, the world's largest producer of casual games, today announced a new explosive and fast-paced slot machine game, "Forbidden Island". This new slots game adds even more fun and synchronous multiplayer play to the #1 top-grossing social casino app, "Big Fish Casino".  "Forbidden Island" is an exotic volcano-themed slot machine that gives players the social feature they've always wanted - the ability to get bonus chips when another player has a big win.  Every time a player gets three or more scatter symbols to show up anywhere on the slot reels, chips are fed into the volcano, and the player is marked as a "chosen" one, meaning the player will get a share of the slot payout.  Once the volcano is full of chips, it erupts with free chips that rain down on all the "chosen ones".

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"Big Fish Casino" combines classic casino favorites - slots, blackjack, Texas Hold 'em poker, video poker, roulette-- with non-traditional game mechanics, such as unique social slot games like "Forbidden Island" and "Slot Races", where individual slot players can trigger bonus rounds and race each other in high-speed tournaments.  The synchronous multiplayer casino platform allows for a real-time social setting, where players can chat, buy gifts for other players and more.

Key features of "Forbidden Island" include:

    --  Animated volcano that comes alive and erupts with chips
    --  Social Scatter(TM)- players win chips by getting scatters, while also
        increasing the jackpot
    --  Shared victory - Everybody who adds to the jackpot wins when the volcano
        erupts with chips
"Big Fish Casino" is available now in the iTunes App Store, on Facebook; on bigfishgames.com and for Android devices on Google Play and Amazon.

About Big Fish
Founded in 2002, Big Fish Games Inc. ("Big Fish") is the world's largest producer of casual games; dedicated to bringing engaging entertainment to everyone, anywhere, on any device. Through its proprietary, data-driven platform, millions of consumers seeking engaging entertainment easily discover and play PC and mobile games created by Big Fish's network of more than 140 exclusive development partners and its in-house Big Fish Games.  The company has distributed more than 2 billion games from a growing catalog of 3,000+ unique PC games and 300+ unique mobile games, and offers cross-platform streaming games via the proprietary universal cloud gaming service, Big Fish Instant Games.  Big Fish's games are played in more than 150 countries on a wide variety of devices across 13 languages.  The company is headquartered in Seattle, WA, with regional offices in Oakland, CA; Cork, Ireland; Vancouver, Canada; and Luxembourg.  For more information visit http://www.bigfishgames.com.

More information about Big Fish can be found at http://www.bigfishgames.com/blog/press-room/

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Turn Your Raspberry Pi Into a Media Centre With a New Kit From element14

LONDON, June 20, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    XBMC bundle allows users to quickly turn their Raspberry Pi computers into a low-cost
home media centre

    Raspberry Pi [http://uk.farnell.com/raspberry-pi ] owners can now quickly and easily
turn their Pi into a low-cost media centre for their home or office, with a new XBMC
bundle from element14.

    One of a strong pipeline of Raspberry Pi solutions to be launched this year, the XBMC
bundle is available through Newark element14 and MCM in North America, Farnell element14
in Europe, CPC in the UK and Ireland and element14 in Asia Pacific.

    The XBMC bundle is a simple out-of-the-box solution to transform any Raspberry Pi into
a powerful media centre for the home or office. Containing all the additional hardware and
software necessary to start using the device, the starter kit is the ideal solution for
new and existing users to get the most out of their Raspberry Pi.

    The XBMC bundle will allow users to stream content from devices on their home network
through their Raspberry Pi, turning the screen or their TV into a media centre. The
Raspberry Pi will then stream content from any computer on the local network. Users can
also access their Xbox Live ID to recommend content.

    The XBMC bundle includes an SD card pre-loaded with Raspbmc software, an open source
Linux distribution created by Sam Nazarko that brings Xbox Media Center (XBMC) to the
Raspberry Pi. To help users get started quickly and easily, a straightforward user guide
featuring an online video tutorial is included.

    To control the Raspberry Pi in XBMC mode, the bundle includes an ultra Mini Keyboard
and integrated Mouse Pad that wirelessly connects to the Raspberry Pi, while HDMI and
Ethernet cables are provided to connect to a TV or monitor and the Internet.

    "Home media centres have become very popular over the past year and we are excited to
launch a version for Raspberry Pi, cementing our status as the largest global distributor
of the microcomputer and its peripheral solutions." said Claire Doyle, Global Head of
Raspberry Pi at element14.

    With over nine million views of the Raspberry Pi group on the element14 Community the
success of the micro-computer is clear for everyone to see. To join the conversation, go
to http://www.element14.com/raspberrypi .

       
        Contact:
        Jen Cooke
        European PR Manager
        Tel: +44-113-3484904
        E-mail: JCooke@premierfarnell.com

Farnell element14

iwaku: a New Way of Waking Up

Wake-up light is connected to smartphone application for analysing sleep cycle

ROTTERDAM, The Netherlands, June 20, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    iwaku is a newly designed wake-up light that adjusts to your sleep rhythm. The lamp is
driven by an intelligent app on your smartphone that monitors your sleep cycle and
responds to this cycle intuitively, allowing you to start your day with more energy.

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    With its intuitive touch interface and conceptual Dutch design, iwaku is a real
eye-catcher in the bedroom. Due to its intelligent functionality, the lamp can also be
used for many other purposes. The light is wirelessly controlled by an application on your
smartphone and your sleep cycle is monitored via the app. This way, the best moment to
wake up is coordinated with a lighter sleep phase. The lamp gradually intensifies the
light before the alarm clock goes off, getting your physiological systems up to speed
before you wake up.

    But iwaku offers more than an intelligent wake-up function: as a medically certified
light therapy lamp, iwaku is also capable of actually improving your sleep/wake rhythm.
The light intensity and the specific light spectrum make the lamp suitable for light
therapy, supported by the smartphone app. Used during the day, iwaku can boost your energy
level, helping you shake off the winter blues.

    The wake-up light as natural alarm clock comes as basic functionality with iwaku, but
the open platform means that developers can enrich its functionality. Imagine connecting
with other sleep monitors that also use the smartphone as an intelligent hub, or
implementing environment-aware functions that use the season and the weather to influence
the app's behaviour.

    The story behind iwaku

    iwaku is the first product from Connected Well-Being. It originates from the belief
that appliances aimed at improving our personal well-being should do so in a more holistic
way. Founder Jochem Reijndorp: "The introduction of iwaku is just a start. The goal is to
inspire other parties to further optimize the functionality of iwaku by making the
communication protocol public."

    At the moment iwaku is made ready for production. It is expected that it will be
available for the European market as of this fall, with North America to be followed soon
after. The suggested retail price will be EUR229, or USD299. For more information please
visit: http://www.iwaku.com.

    For more information please contact Vera Kops at LEWIS PR: vera.kops@lewispr.com,
+31-610893464

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Take on the Luigi Challenge in New Super Luigi U Available on 20th June at Nintendo eShop

WINDSOR, England, June 20, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

            New Add-On Content available this week for New Super Mario Bros. U to

                               celebrate the Year of Luigi

    With the Year of Luigi in full flow the spotlight is firmly on Luigi games
[http://www.nintendo.co.uk/Games/Nintendo-Characters-Hub/Nintendo-UK-s-The-Year-of-Luigi-Hub/Nintendo-UK-s-The-Year-of-Luigi-Hub-764763.html ]
, the man in green, who takes over
from Mario in New Super Luigi U, in his own platform adventure exclusively on Wii U. Luigi
and friends battle their way through over 80 brand new courses all tweaked to be even more
challenging and exciting! This game is available as both Add-On Content for New Super
Mario Bros. U via Nintendo eShop* on 20th June and in stores as a standalone game across
Europe from 26th July.

    New Super Luigi U [http://www.nintendo.co.uk/Games/Wii-U/New-Super-Luigi-U-764675.html
] is designed to test the capabilities of seasoned gamers and fans of the series, with the
simple act of travelling to the Goal Pole at the end of each course remixed with seemingly
improbable jumps, formidably hidden Star Coins and all with just a time limit of 100
seconds to do it in!

    With Mario taking a break in this twist on New Super Mario Bros. U, Luigi takes centre
stage bringing a set of skills that change the way you play! For instance, Luigi can jump
much higher and further than Mario, and is able to cross chasms and reach platforms that
Mario never could in a single jump. Players better watch out though as Luigi finds it a
lot harder to stop once he starts moving...

    Take on the challenge with friends in multiplayer in New Super Luigi U, where players
can join Luigi as Yellow Toad, Blue Toad or Nabbit - a character first seen in New Super
Mario Bros. U - and now playable for the first time! Nabbit brings his own nifty skills to
the table; he is invincible which will make life easier with enemies and obstacles, and
any items he collects are converted into 1-Ups at the end of the course. Nabbit is perfect
for beginners and when paired with Luigi, he offers a whole new multiplayer experience. Or
join in with Boost Mode and help Luigi to reach new areas and jump further by dropping
blocks into the course with the Wii U Game Pad touch screen for the ultimate speed run!

    New Super Luigi U is available via the Nintendo eShop* as Add-On Content for owners of
the digital and disc versions of New Super Mario
[http://www.nintendo.co.uk/Games/Nintendo-Characters-Hub/Super-Mario-Hub/Super-Mario-Bros-Hub-Mario-Games-627604.html ]
Bros. U on 20th June - and will also be available in
retailers as a stand-alone game disc on 26th July.

    *An update is required for New Super Mario Bros. U to download the AOC version: this
is available from 20th June.

    For further details:

    Wii U website http://wiiu.co.uk

    Wii U (UK) on Facebook http://facebook.com/WiiU.co.uk

    Nintendo UK on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/NintendoUK
[http://www.youtube.com/NintendoUKofficial ]

    Nintendo of Europe on Twitter https://twitter.com/nintendoeurope

    Nintendo UK on Twitter https://twitter.com/nintendouk

       
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