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D-Link Introduces DOCSIS 3.0 Universal Services Gateway with 802.11AC and Integrated MoCA 2.0

New DOCSIS 3.0 Solution Offers Next-Generation Wireless Technology to Provide Voice, Data and IP-Video Solutions for Cable MSOs

WASHINGTON, June 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/-- (The Cable Show, Booth #3324) - D-Link, the cost-effective standards-based unified networking solutions provider for consumers, small and medium-sized businesses and service providers, today introduced the D-Link(®) DCM-7662DM DOCSIS 3.0 Gateway for home and small business networking. The new Gateway integrates future-proofing features, including Dual Band 802.11AC, MoCA 2.0, DOCSIS 3.0, and PacketCable 1.5, to deliver voice, data and video over IP services securely and reliably via a single platform without the hassle of having to drill into walls.

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The DCM-7662DM provides wired and wireless connections, real-time HD media streaming, gaming, and maximum Internet bandwidth for users with multiple computers and network-enabled devices running several applications at once. In addition, the DCM-7662DM offers battery back-up and an internal power supply, as well as the industry's highest performance flexibility with a minimum of 8Dx4U bonded streams or an optional 16Dx8U bonded streams supported by Full-Band Capture digital tuning technology.

"The D-Link Universal Services Gateway allows cable MSOs to integrate several revenue-generating services onto one platform and operate them over Wi-Fi with greater simplicity," said Eli Gavra, senior vice president, Service Provider Business Unit, D-Link Systems, Inc. "This new product gives MSOs the ability to provide a consistent user-experience throughout the home, as well as an upgrade path for future revenue streams."

The DCM-7662DM Gateway supports TR-069 to quickly scale and manage deployments, increasing time-to-market for all IP services into the home, and is designed to help MSOs expand revenue streams, reduce truck rolls and minimize the number of deployed devices in the home. Additionally, operation over the Cloud via the mydlink.com portal gives cable MSOs remote visibility to devices within the home or small business to easily operate and quickly troubleshoot when needed.

The DCM-7662DM Gateway provides two NCS or SIP VoIP connections and simultaneous high-speed cable Internet to provide primary-line voice quality without dropped calls, while also supporting all key CLASS features for increased customer control of phone calls. The new Gateway is equipped with four Gigabit Ethernet ports for ultra-fast wired networking, coupled with Wireless 802.11AC/3x3 Concurrent for exceptional wireless range and speed.

The DCM-7662DM joins a family of D-Link DOCSIS 3.0 Universal Services Gateway solutions, including the DCM-704, DCM-702 and DCM-301. Committed to providing cable MSOs with industry-leading home and small business networking equipment, D-Link is showcasing its current cable solutions at The Cable Show in Washington, D.C. June 10-12 (booth #3324), including its DOCSIS family of Gateways, modems and wireless extenders.

Availability
The DCM-7662DM Gateway solution will be available via direct purchase from D-Link later this year and D-Link is currently working with MSOs on sales opportunities.

About D-Link
D-Link is the global leader in connectivity for home, small business, mid- to large-sized enterprise environments, and service providers. An award-winning designer, developer, and manufacturer, D-Link implements and supports unified network solutions that integrate capabilities in switching, wireless, broadband, storage, IP Surveillance, and cloud-based network management.  For more information visit http://www.dlink.com, or connect with D-Link on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/dlink) and Twitter (http://www.twitter.com/dlink).

D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries. All other third-party marks mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective owners. Copyright © 2013. D-Link. All Rights Reserved.

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CONTACT: Denise Keddy, D-Link Systems, Inc., 714.885.6318, denise.keddy@dlink.com; Natalie Pridham, Walt & Company, 408.369.7200, ext. 2976, npridham@walt.com

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Sony Computer Entertainment To Deliver Comprehensive Entertainment Experience Through Combination Of PlayStation®4 And PlayStation®Network

SCE Further Enhances PlayStation Plus and Delivers Evolved Social Experiences and  Streaming Services for PS4(TM)

TOKYO, June 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) announced today that it will deliver new powerful online gaming experiences and enhanced social connectivity that brings gamers together, through PlayStation®4 (PS4(TM)) and various network services, including PlayStation®Network.  As part of this initiative, SCE will enhance the PlayStation®Plus membership service concurrently with the 2013 holiday launch of PS4(TM)  in each region. Furthermore, PS4(TM) users will have access to a wide variety of streaming and social network services.

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The PS Plus service first launched for the PlayStation®3 (PS3®) system in 2010 and for the PlayStation®Vita (PS Vita) system in 2012.  Since then, PS Plus has gained great support from members all around the world, and the number of subscribers has continued to steadily increase since the launch of service.  PS Plus offers various services such as exclusive game discounts, cloud game saves and "Instant Game Collection" by which members are able to play the full version of popular titles from third party developers and publishers as well as from SCE Worldwide Studios, with no limit of time at no extra cost.

To accelerate the enhancement of PS Plus, available concurrently with the launch of PS4(TM), SCE will offer the #DRIVECLUB PS Plus Edition to PS Plus members which delivers all the authenticity and immersion users would expect from the full #DRIVECLUB experience. Users can drive the world's most beautifully designed cars from different classes across a range of the most richly detailed real-world locations, alongside your teammates in Clubs where experience and rewards are shared.  More and more attractive software titles will be added to "Instant Game Collection".

Other main features PS Plus members can enjoy on PS4(TM) include;

    --  Online Multi Player
Users will have access to online play with other players via the network.  Online Multi Play mode for PS4(TM), with its socially integrated services, offers unique features only available on the system such as allowing users to seamlessly start playing game and join their online friends while spectating gameplay or enjoying cross game voice chat.

    --  Automatic Patch Download
"Automatic patch download" feature will be further enhanced for the PS4(TM) system.  The system will check for any game updates more frequently and will also automatically install the updates.  With this feature, games will always be up-to-date, allowing users to play games immediately whenever they wish to play.

    --  Cross-Platform PS Plus membership
One PS Plus membership accounts for PS4(TM), PS3, and PS Vita.  PS Plus service is cross-platform and is available on most PlayStation platforms; PS3® and PS Vita users with existing PS Plus memberships will be able to access the PS Plus service on PS4(TM) and those newly joined members for PS4(TM) will be able to enjoy PS Plus service on PS3® and PS Vita.

SCE will continue to focus on further enhancing the PS Plus service. As part of this initiative, SCE will add new subscription options for 90 days in Japan (1,300 yen) and 30 days in North America and Europe ($9.99 / EUR6.99).

Along with exclusive game content and services, PS Plus will offer members a variety of privileges and discounts.  With the collaboration of Sony Network Entertainment International, starting today and for a limited time(*1), PS Plus members in 16 countries(*2) can subscribe to a one year Premium subscription of Music Unlimited(*3) for only $41.99 (EUR41.99)  --  65 percent off of the regular 12 month rate.  Also, for limited time(*1), consumers who do not have a PS Plus membership can take advantage of a discounted Music Unlimited service annual Premium subscription plan for $59.99 (EUR59.99)( *4).  PS4(TM) at launch will not only support Music Unlimited but also Video Unlimited(*5).

Furthermore, in terms of social integration, PS4(TM) will support variety of major SNS, including Facebook, Ustream, and Twitter, allowing users to easily communicate and share game play with their online friends.  PS4(TM) will be the ultimate entertainment platform, delivering rich gaming and unrivalled entertainment experience.

Additionally, as of today, SCE will modify the PlayStation Network service name to a more simple and friendly name "PSN(SM)," and will introduce a new logo for "PSN(SM)" and PS Plus.

SCE will continuously enrich services and the feature of "PSN(SM)", while striving to offer more stable and robust gaming environment to further expand PlayStation platform.

    *1 The offer will be closed as soon as it reaches a certain number.

    *2  Includes US, Canada, Mexico, UK, France, Denmark, Belgium, Netherland, Ireland, Germany, Spain, Finland,
        Sweden, Australia, New Zealand, Norway.  The promotion is not available in Japan, Italy and Brazil.

    *3 Offered by Sony Corporation.  Details of Music Unlimited can be found at the below link:

        http://www.sonyentertainmentnetwork.com/music-unlimited/why-music-unlimited/

    *4 Offer not available in Italy and Japan.

    *5 Offered by Sony Corporation. Details of Video Unlimited can be found at the below link:

        http://www.sonyentertainmentnetwork.com/video-unlimited/.
About Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

Recognized as the global leader and company responsible for the progression of consumer-based computer entertainment, Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) manufactures, distributes, develop and markets the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) handheld entertainment system, the PlayStation®3 (PS3®) computer entertainment system and the PlayStation®Vita (PS Vita) portable entertainment system.  SCEI has revolutionized home entertainment since they launched PlayStation in 1994.  PlayStation®2 further enhanced the PlayStation legacy as the core of home networked entertainment.  PSP® broadens the entertainment experiences into the portable arena. PS3® is an advanced computer system, incorporating the powerful Cell Broadband Engine and RSX processors.  PSNSM, that includes PlayStation®Store, delivers unparalleled online gaming experience to PlayStation users.  PS Vita is an ultimate portable entertainment system that offers a revolutionary combination of rich gaming and social connectivity.  SCEI also delivers the PlayStation® experience to open operating systems through PlayStation®Mobile, a cross device platform.  PlayStation®4, available this holiday season, is the next generation computer entertainment system that redefines rich and immersive gameplay with powerful graphics and speed, intelligent personalization and deeply integrated social capabilities.  Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, SCEI, along with its affiliated companies, Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC., and Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Ltd., and its division companies, Sony Computer Entertainment Japan Asia develops, publishes, markets and distributes hardware and software, and manages the third party licensing programs for these platforms in the respective markets worldwide.

PlayStation and PS3 are registered trademarks and PS4 are a trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment, Inc. Sony Entertainment Network is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Facebook is a trademark or registered trademark of Facebook, Inc.  Ustream is a trademark or registered trademark of Ustream, Inc.  iPhone and  iPad are trademarks of Apple Inc.  Android is a trademark or registered trademark of Google.Inc. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

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PlayStation®4 (PS4(TM)) Design and Price Unveiled, Available at $ 399 In U.S. and at EUR 399 in Europe

PS4(TM)'s Striking, Modern Design Unveiled at E3 Press Conference, Along with Extensive Lineup of Innovative Software Titles That Deliver Gaming Experiences Never Before Possible

TOKYO, June 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) today announced that the PlayStation®4 (PS4(TM)) (CUH-1000A series) computer entertainment system will come in "Jet Black" color and will be available this holiday season in North America and Europe at a recommended retail price (RRP) of US$ 399, Canada$ 399, EUR 399, and £ 349.

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The design of PS4 made its public debut at the PlayStation® press conference on June 10, 2013, which kicked off the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) in Los Angeles.  PS4 will also be displayed this week at the Sony Computer Entertainment America booth at E3, one of the world's largest video game exhibitions.

The internal design architecture of the PS4 system, from the optical drive and power supply unit to the cooling mechanism, has been pursed to keep the body as slim and light as possible to dramatically enhance the flexibility of the design.

The PS4 features a simple but modern design accentuated by its linear flat form factors.  The surface of the PS4 body is subdivided into four sections, as if four blocks are stacked together making one figure, with disc slot, buttons, power indicator and vent placed within the slim interspace created between the sections.  The power indicator designed atop the body will glow in a PlayStation blue color when the power button is turned on.  The foreside and backside of the body is slightly angled; it not only gives users easy access to the power button and disc slot when placed either horizontally or vertically but also helps conceal the connected cables.  The black-themed color along with the matte and gloss finish adds a sophisticated look to the PS4 system as the next generation entertainment system and will fit perfectly wherever it is placed.

PS4 peripherals include the stand-alone Wireless Controller for PlayStation®4 (DUALSHOCK®4) and PlayStation®Camera, which will be available at launch for RRP of US$ 59, Canada$ 59, EUR 59 and £ 54, and US$ 59, Canada$ 59, EUR 49 and £ 44 respectively.  Both accessories will come in "Jet Black" color.

The upcoming software lineup for PS4 from software developers and publishers will include Destiny(TM) from Bungie, Inc., in partnership with Activision Publishers, Inc., Diablo® III from Blizzard Entertainment, Inc., KINGDOM HEARTS III and FINAL FANTASY® XV from SQUARE ENIX, Assassin's Creed® IV Black Flag(TM) and Watch_Dogs(TM) from Ubisoft Entertainment, NBA® 2K14 from 2K Sports, The Elder Scrolls® Online from Bethesda Games Studios and Mad Max (TM) from Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, totaling more than 110 titles. PS4 has earned great support from a wide variety of game publishers, including many indie developers. Since February 2013, the number of developers joining has increased from 126 to 505.

Furthermore, from SCE Worldwide Studios, more than 30 titles, including 12 brand new IP, are under development, including Killzone: Shadow Fall, Knack, inFAMOUS: Second Son, #DRIVECLUB and The Order: 1886.(*1 )Out of over the 30 titles under development, 20 titles will be available within a year from the PS4 launch.

SCE will vigorously promote PS4 towards the launch as the next generation computer entertainment platform through further introduction of peripherals and attractive software lineup.

*1 Game titles are original titles and some title names are tentative. Titles may differ by countries and regions.

<PlayStation®4 >

    Product name             PlayStation(R)4 Jet Black
    ------------             -------------------------

    Product code             CUH-1000A series
    ------------             ----------------

    Recommended retail price  US$ 399, Canada$ 399, EUR 399, and BPS 349
    ------------------------ ------------------------------------------

    Main processor           Single-chip custom processor

                             CPU :  x86-64 AMD "Jaguar",  8 cores

                              GPU : 1.84 TFLOPS,  AMD next-generation Radeon(TM)
                              based graphics engine
    ---                       --------------------------------------------------

    Memory                   GDDR5 8GB
    ------                   ---------

    Storage size             500GB Hard disk drive*(1)
    ------------             ------------------------

    External dimensions      Approx.  275×53×305 mm (width × height × length)

                             (tentative, excludes largest projection)
    ---                      ---------------------------------------

    Mass                     Approx. 2.8 kg
    ----                     --------------

    BD/ DVD drive            BD × 6 CAV

    (read only)              DVD × 8 CAV
    ----------               -----------

    Input/ Output            Super-Speed USBx (USB 3.0) port × 2

                             AUX port × 1
    ---                      ------------

    Networking               Ethernet (10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T) ×1

                             IEEE 802.11 b/g/n

                             Bluetooth(R) 2.1 (EDR)
    ---                      ---------------------

    AV output                HDMI out port

                             DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) port
    ---                      --------------------------

    Included                 PlayStation(R)4 system × 1

                             Wireless Controller (DUALSHOCK(R)4) × 1

                             Mono headset × 1

                             AC power cord × 1

                             HDMI cable × 1

                             USB cable × 1
    ---                      -------------
*(1) The hard disk drive contains space that is available for users and space that is reserved for the system, therefore the actual space that is free for users is smaller than the total space stated in this document.

* Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

<Wireless Controller for PlayStation®4 (DUALSHOCK®4)>

    Product name                      DUALSHOCK(R)4 wireless controller
    ------------                      ---------------------------------

    Color                             Jet Black
    -----                             ---------

    Product code                      CUH-ZCT1
    ------------                      --------

    Recommended retail price           US$ 59, Canada$ 59, EUR 59, and BPS 54
    ------------------------        --------------------------------------

    External dimensions              Approx. 162mm × 52mm × 98mm (width × height ×
                                     depth)
                                    (tentative, excludes largest projection)
    ---                             ---------------------------------------

    Weight                          Approx. 210g (tentative)
    ------                          -----------------------

    Keys / switches                 PS button, SHARE button, OPTIONS button,
                                    Directional buttons (Up/Down/Left/Right),
                                    Action buttons (Triangle, Circle, Cross, Square),
                                     R1/L1/R2/L2 button, Left stick /L3 button, Right
                                     stick /R3 button, Pad Button
    ---                             -------------------------------------------------

    Touch pad                        2 Point Touch Pad, Click Mechanism, Capacitive
                                     Type
    ------------------------        -----------------------------------------------

    Motion sensor                    Six-axis motion sensing system (three-axis
                                     gyroscope, three-axis accelerometer)
    ------------------------        -------------------------------------------

    Other features                  Light Bar, Vibration, Built-in Mono Speaker
    --------------                  -------------------------------------------

    Ports                           USB (Micro B), Extention Port, Stereo Headset Jack
    -----                           --------------------------------------------------

    Wireless communication          Bluetooth(R) Ver2.1+EDR
    ----------------------          -----------------------

    Battery                Type     Built-in Lithium-ion Rechargeable Battery
    -------                ----     -----------------------------------------

                           Voltage  DC3.7V (tentative)
                           -------  -----------------

                           Capacity 1000mAh (tentative)
                           -------- ------------------
* Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

<PlayStation®Camera >

    Product name             PlayStation(R)Camera
    ------------             --------------------

    Color                    Jet Black
    -----                    ---------

    Product code             CUH-ZEY1
    ------------             --------

    Recommended retail price  US$ 59, Canada$ 59, EUR 49, and BPS 44
    ------------------------ --------------------------------------

    External dimension        Approx. 186mm × 27mm × 27mm (width × height ×
                              depth)
                             (tentative)
    ---                      ----------

    Weight                   Approx. 183g (tentative)
    ------                   -----------------------

    Video pixel              (Maximum) 1280 × 800 pixel × 2
    -----------              ------------------------------

    Video frame rate         1280×800 pixel @ 60fps
                             640×400 pixel @ 120fps
                             320×192 pixel @ 240fps
    ---                      ----------------------

    Video format             RAW, YUV (uncompressed)
    ------------             ----------------------

    Lens                     Dual Lenses, F value/F2.0 fixed focus
    ----                     -------------------------------------

    Capture range            30cm?infinity
    -------------            ------

    Field-of-view            85°
    -------------            ---

    Microphone               4 Channel Microphone Array
    ----------               --------------------------

    Connection type          PS4 dedicated connector (AUX connector)
    ---------------          --------------------------------------

    Cable length             Approx. 2m (tentative)
    ------------             ---------------------
* Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

About Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

Recognized as the global leader and company responsible for the progression of consumer-based computer entertainment, Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) manufactures, distributes, develop and markets the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) handheld entertainment system, the PlayStation®3 (PS3®) computer entertainment system and the PlayStation®Vita (PS Vita) portable entertainment system.  SCEI has revolutionized home entertainment since they launched PlayStation in 1994.  PlayStation®2 further enhanced the PlayStation legacy as the core of home networked entertainment.  PSP® broadens the entertainment experiences into the portable arena. PS3® is an advanced computer system, incorporating the powerful Cell Broadband Engine and RSX processors.  PSNSM, that includes PlayStation®Store, delivers unparalleled online gaming experience to PlayStation users.  PS Vita is an ultimate portable entertainment system that offers a revolutionary combination of rich gaming and social connectivity.  SCEI also delivers the PlayStation® experience to open operating systems through PlayStation®Mobile, a cross device platform.  PlayStation®4, available this holiday season, is the next generation computer entertainment system that redefines rich and immersive gameplay with powerful graphics and speed, intelligent personalization and deeply integrated social capabilities.  Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, SCEI, along with its affiliated companies, Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC., and Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Ltd., and its division companies, Sony Computer Entertainment Japan Asia develops, publishes, markets and distributes hardware and software, and manages the third party licensing programs for these platforms in the respective markets worldwide. 

PlayStation, PS2, PSP and PS3 are registered trademarks and PS4 and are a trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment, Inc. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

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MultiVu Video Feed: Sony Computer Entertainment America Unveils Playstation®4, Showcases Blockbuster Content For Playstation® Platforms At 2013 E3 Press Conference

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NEWS: Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC Unveils PlayStation®4 (PS4(TM))

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Today, Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC (SCEA) revealed the PlayStation®4 (PS4(TM)) hardware design at its annual press conference event at the Electronic Entertainment Expo in Los Angeles, CA. SCEA also announced that its next-generation platform will launch this holiday in the United States for $399.99 (MSRP). PS4 will also launch this holiday in in Canada for $399.00 and in Europe for EUR399 and £349. More than 140 games are currently in development for the PS4(TM), 100 of which will be available within the first year. "We are proud to unveil today the most advanced gaming system ever created, PlayStation 4, which demonstrates everything PlayStation stands for -- a relentless focus on the gamer, an inspired community of developers equipped with the most powerful technology, and the long-standing legacy to building worlds without boundaries through one-of-a-kind gaming experiences," said Jack Tretton, President and CEO of SCEA.

SOUNDBITES: 

    --  Andrew House, President and Group CEO, Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
    --  Shuhei Yoshida, President, Sony Worldwide Studios, Sony Computer
        Entertainment Inc.
    --  Jack Tretton, CEO, Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC.
    --  Adam Boyes, Vice President, Publisher & Developer Relations, Sony
        Computer Entertainment America LLC.
B-ROLL INCLUDES: **Footage from PlayStation® 2013 E3 Press Conference in Los Angeles, CA

Images of PlayStation®4, PlayStation®4 DUALSHOCK®4 Controller and PlayStation®4 Camera. PlayStation®4 software titles.***

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Turtle Beach Announces New Call Of Duty®: Ghosts Gaming Headsets

Two-year exclusive agreement with Activision's Call of Duty® brand launches with new limited edition headsets for stunning new title

VALHALLA, N.Y., June 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Turtle Beach, the leader in games audio, is announcing a new two-year partnership agreement with Activision Publishing, Inc. involving the blockbuster Call of Duty® video game franchise. As part of the agreement, Turtle Beach is unveiling a new line of limited edition headsets optimized for the highly-anticipated Call of Duty®: Ghosts, the all-new title in development by famed studio, Infinity Ward.

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The ultimate accessory for franchise fans, the new headsets will feature Call of Duty: Ghosts branding, premium finishes and bonus content developed in collaboration with the game's developers, including voice prompts and audio presets. As part of the agreement, Turtle Beach will also create Call of Duty co-branded headsets and related accessories. The new line will be previewed at Turtle Beach's Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) booth --Los Angeles Convention Center South Hall #2023 -- from June 11- 13, 2013.

Call of Duty: Ghosts is not only a stunning leap forward for the blockbuster franchise, but also showcases what's possible on next gen systems, featuring a new story, new characters and a new Call of Duty world, all powered by a next-generation engine.

"Turtle Beach is honored to continue our relationship with Activision and Call of Duty.  And we couldn't be more excited to work this year with the talented team at Infinity Ward on Call of Duty: Ghosts," said Bob Picunko, Chief Marketing Officer at Turtle Beach. "There's nothing quite like Call of Duty.  This year, Call of Duty: Ghosts will absolutely immerse fans to a whole new level, and Turtle Beach will be there to deliver the innovative gaming accessories for Call of Duty fans to fully enjoy for current and next generation consoles alike."

In support of the partnership, Turtle Beach will promote across retail point-of-sale, media and marketing initiatives, including the Call of Duty® Championship, in which the world's best Call of Duty pros compete using Turtle Beach headsets and tournament mixers in broadcast tournament events.

The new agreement follows a historic relationship that began with 2011's Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® 3, and continued last year with the record setting launch of Call of Duty®: Black Ops II. The limited edition Call of Duty: Black Ops II Ear Force Tango headset was named a PlayStation Universe Best Accessory at E3 2012, Examiner.com Best Hardware of E3 and was honored with a 2013 CES Innovations award.

About Turtle Beach

Turtle Beach (http://www.turtlebeach.com) designs and markets premium audio peripherals for video game, personal computer, and mobile platforms, including its acclaimed line of Ear Force gaming headphones and headsets crafted for Xbox 360 and PS3 game consoles and PC games. Turtle Beach's limited edition, Ear Force Tango wireless headset was recognized as an honoree by the 2013 International CES Innovations Awards. According to the NPD Group, Turtle Beach manufactures the top five best-selling third-party gaming headsets of all time when ranked in dollar sales. The Ear Force X12 wired headset is the No. 1 best-selling third-party gaming headset of all time.

Turtle Beach, headquartered in Valhalla, New York, is a brand of Voyetra Turtle Beach, Inc., which has been at the forefront of music and audio technology for more than three decades and is recognized as a pioneer of today's PC audio industry.

Turtle Beach and Ear Force are registered trademarks of Voyetra Turtle Beach, Inc. All other trademarks are property of their respective holders and are hereby acknowledged.

ACTIVISION, CALL OF DUTY, MODERN WARFARE, CALL OF DUTY BLACK OPS, and CALL OF DUTY: GHOSTS, are trademarks of Activision Publishing, Inc.

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Sony Computer Entertainment America Unveils PlayStation®4 System, Showcases Blockbuster Content For PlayStation® Platforms At The 2013 E3 Media & Business Summit

LOS ANGELES, June 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC (SCEA) today unveiled the PlayStation®4 (PS4(TM))hardware design at its annual E3 Media & Business Summit press conference, where the company also announced its next-generation platform will launch in the United States for $399 (MSRP) this holiday season. In addition, SCEA showcased an extensive line-up of exclusive first and third party content for PS4,PlayStation®Vita (PS Vita) and PlayStation®3 (PS3(TM)) systems, and a next-generation PlayStation®Plus (PS Plus) membership program.

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"We are proud to unveil today the most advanced gaming system ever created, PlayStation 4, which demonstrates everything PlayStation stands for -- a relentless focus on the gamer, an inspired community of developers equipped with the most powerful technology, and the long-standing legacy to building worlds without boundaries through one-of-a-kind gaming experiences," said Jack Tretton, President and CEO of SCEA. "What's equally exciting for us, however, is transforming the PlayStation ecosystem into a stronger, more vibrant destination that enables gamers to engage, share, play, and connect on their terms."

PlayStation®4
With a sleek, modern, and elegant look, the overall design of the PS4 system reflects the powerful yet accessible architecture of the system, which will inspire developers to unleash their imaginations and create the next generation of gaming experiences that were never before possible.

SCE World Wide Studios (SCE WWS) is currently developing more than 30 PS4 exclusive titles, 20 of them, including 12 new IPs, are planned to release within a year of the launch of the PS4 system. This demonstrates PlayStation's focus on delivering original, creative content to gamers that will define next-generation gaming experiences. SCE WWS President Shuhei Yoshida provided an update on PS4 exclusive titles, #DRIVECLUB(TM), Killzone(TM) Shadow Fall, KNACK(TM), which will be available at launch, and inFAMOUS Second Son(TM), available first quarter 2014. He also unveiled SCEA's next blockbuster title, The Order: 1886(TM), from acclaimed studio Ready at Dawn.

Furthering PlayStation's commitment to finding unique games for its fans by working with independent and small developers, SCEA Vice President of Developer and Publisher Relations Adam Boyes introduced a stellar lineup of titles that will be making their console debut on the PS4 system, including: Transistor by Super Giant, Don't Starve by Klei Entertainment, Mercenary Kings by Tribute Games, Octodad: Deadliest Catch by Young Horses, Secret Ponchos by SwitchBlade Monkeys, Outlast by Red Barrels, Oddworld: New N Tasty by Oddworld Inhabitants and Galak-Z by 17-bit. Boyes also unveiled blockbuster content from key publishing partners, including KINGDOM HEARTS III and FINAL FANTASY® XV from SQUARE ENIX, Ubisoft Entertainment, Assassin's Creed® IV Black Flag(TM) and Watch_Dogs(TM), 2K Sports's NBA® 2K14, Bethesda Game Studios' TheElder Scrolls® Online, and the world exclusive unveil of Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment's Mad Max(TM). Bungie, one of the most celebrated developers in the industry, was also on stage to introduce the world gameplay premiere of Destiny(TM). SCEA announced a long-term exclusive partnership with Bungie and Activision that will ensure that the PS4 ecosystem evolves and grows with the incredible Destiny world. 

PlayStation®Plus
SCEA also unveiled new details for PS Plus, built to bring games and gamers together andfuel the next generation of gaming on the PS4 system. With a single PS Plus membership, gamers will enjoy all of the program benefits across the PS4, PS3, and PS Vita systems.

PS Plus benefits include exclusive game discounts, cloud game saves, early access to beta programs and content, and access to the Instant Game Collection.

The Instant Game Collection, which provides PS Plus members immediate access to a library of games -- including blockbuster hits, innovative indie games, and classic titles -- will extend to gamers on the PS4 system along with online gameplay, ensuring that gamers always have a selection of games to discover and enjoy with other members of the PS Plus community.

To celebrate the support of PS Plus on the PS4 system, SCEA will offer the #DRIVECLUB PS Plus Edition to PS Plus members which delivers all the authenticity and immersion users would expect from the full #DRIVECLUB experience, in the Instant Game Collection. In addition, one digital title will be rotated each month, including three of the new digital games introduced during the PlayStation E3 press conference, Don't Starve, Outlast, and Secret Ponchos. These three titles will be available at no extra cost via the Instant Game Collection during the first year following the launch of the PS4 system. PS Plus members will be able to enjoy a variety of other amazing PS4 titles, while enjoying new ways to share their experiences with friends via online multiplayer, broadcasting and spectating games, cross-game voice chat, and the ability to seamlessly join a friend's online game.

PS Plus membership can be purchased through PlayStation®Store and is available as a one-year membership for $49.99, a three-month membership for $17.99, and a new a one-month membership option for $9.99*. 

Cloud Gaming
SCEA also announced that PlayStation's cloud gaming services will be available in 2014 beginning in the United States. The cloud gaming services will provide gamers on the PS4 and PS3 systems, followed by gamers on the PS Vita system, with immediate access to a catalog of critically acclaimed PS3 titles. These games will be streamed using Gaikai's proprietary network technology to deliver amazing gameplay that is fast and responsive.

PlayStation®Vita
Since its North American launch last February, the PS Vita system has delivered the best and most immersive digital games that truly engage players wherever they are. With a vibrant 5-inch touchscreen, dual analog sticks and all new ways to play, the PS Vita system is the most powerful portable entertainment system ever created. More than 85 additional titles are slated to launch for the PS Vita system by the end of 2013, expanding the current library of more than 125 PS Vita-dedicated games and more than 400 classic titles from the PSP and PS one Classics catalogs. 

Featured titles mentioned at the press conference include Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate, CounterSpy(TM), Destiny of Spirits(TM), Doki Doki Universe(TM), Killzone(TM): Mercenary and Tearaway(TM). In addition, SCEA announced that God of War HD1 and 2, Flower(TM), and Dead Nation(TM)from SCE WWS, as well as Square Enix's FINAL FANTASY X and X-2 and Telltale Game's The Walking Dead are coming soon to the platform.

The Walking Dead on PS Vita will feature a new control scheme that gives players the option to use the dual analog sticks and buttons or touch controls unique to the platform. To celebrate the title's debut on PS Vita, SCEA will offer a limited-edition bundle that includes a 3G/Wi-Fi PS Vita, the complete first season of The Walking Dead game series (including the newly announced Season One episode, 400 Days) and great bonus content. 

PlayStation®3
Now in its seventh year, the PS3 system continues to experience tremendous momentum, while delivering more entertainment value to consumers than ever before. The PS3 system will offer the industry's deepest lineup of blockbuster titles, unique indie games, and exclusive "only on" PlayStation content this year, including Puppeteer(TM), Rain(TM), Gran Turismo® 6, BEYOND: Two Souls(TM),The Last of Us(TM),Batman: Arkham Origins and Grand Theft Auto V.

* Not available as of June 10(th), 2013.

About Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC
Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC (SCEA) has revolutionized home entertainment since the first PlayStation® system launched in 1995 in the United States, followed by the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system launch in 2000. SCEA continues to redefine the entertainment lifestyle with the PlayStation®Portable (PSP(TM)) handheld entertainment system, the PlayStation®3 (PS3(TM)) computer entertainment system, which established PlayStation® as a core home entertainment brand, PlayStation®Network (PSN(SM)), an online gaming platform that includes PlayStation®Store, the PlayStation®Vita (PS Vita) portable entertainment system and the soon to be launched PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system.  SCEA also recently launched PlayStation®Mobile, a cross device mobile platform using Android based PlayStation(TM)Certified devices. Recognized as an undisputed industry leader, SCEA markets the PlayStation® family of products and develops, publishes, markets and distributes software for PSP, PS3 and PS Vita systems in North and South America. Based in San Mateo, California, SCEA serves as headquarters for all North and South American operations.

Visit us on the Web at http://www.us.playstation.com.

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Europlasma Launches PFOA- and PFOS-Free Nanocoatings for Techincal Textiles Under Brand Name "Nanofics 110"

OUDENAARDE, Belgium, June 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

Addition to the "Nanofics 120" coatings widely used to make consumer electronics and technical textiles water and oil repellent.

Demonstration of the technology at TECHTEXTIL, Frankfurt June 11 till 13th, Hall 4.1 K09

The "Nanofics 110" coatings are highly water repellent (water contact angle of 110 degrees according to ASTM D5964) and highly oil repellent (oil repellency level 6 according to ISO 14419) fluoropolymer type of nanocoatings deposited by low pressure plasma technology.

The unique aspect of these coatings is that they are completely free from PFOA and PFOS. The "Nanofics 110" coating technology is patented and patent pending by Europlasma.

Traditional nanocoatings with high levels of water and oil repellency are derived from long molecular chains which contain traces of PFOA and PFOS. There is a general trend to move away from these chemistries for health reasons.

Belgium based Europlasma, a world leader in low pressure plasma technology, is happy to announce the launch a new family of nanocoatings under the "Nanofics 110" brand name.

"Nanofics" refers to nanoscaled functionalization into the core of complex shaped materials and products. It is Europlasma's patented and patent pending nanocoating technology platform, first applied on industrial scale in 1998.

Europlasma's Product Manager Peter Martens comments: " In wet chemical DWR (durable water repellent) coating of technical textiles the switch from longer to shorter molecules is already well advanced. It is only a matter of time until the same switch will take place in the nanocoating market. Europlasma is now the first to offer PFOA- and PFOS-free nanocoatings for technical textiles. And we are able to apply these coatings on an industrial scale, with coaters such as in below picture able to handle rolls with widths up to 1,6 meter, and diameters up to 0,8 meter."

For technical and/or commercial inquiries about "Nanofics 110," "Nanofics 120" or other custom designed coating systems please contact Peter Martens at our TECHTEXTIL booth, Hall 4.1 - K09 or at peter.martens@europlasma.be( mailto:peter.martens@europlasma.be ).

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Steelcase Forecast: Walls Are The Next Technology Device

Company Unveils Vertical Intelligent Architecture to Create Smart Rooms for Augmented Group and Individual Innovation

CHICAGO, June 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The newest technological device may be one of the oldest architectural elements - the wall. Steelcase today launches V.I.A.(TM), vertical intelligent architecture, designed to create spaces that help fuel the innovation process.  V.I.A. hosts the latest large-scale video and display technologies, offers unprecedented acoustic privacy, and easily reconfigures to support rapid change. It is being shown for the first time at NeoCon 2013 in Chicago June 10-12.

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"Walls are the most underutilized real estate in commercial environments today," states Allan Smith, vice president of marketing for Steelcase.  "Walls are not 'smart' and they're rarely very private. We created the V.I.A. architectural solution to host the latest large-scale technologies and create smart rooms where people can concentrate and get creative, whether they're working in a group or individually."

Steelcase consolidated over 15 years of research on innovation and identified several key tensions in the workplace that need to be resolved:

    --  Innovation requires focus - both at a group and individual level, but
        distractions undermine innovation. While 95% of workers say it's
        important to have access to quiet places for concentrated work,
        according to Steelcase data, a recent Steelcase/Harris Interactive
        survey revealed 50 percent of office workers feel their work spaces do
        not prevent noisy distractions.
    --  The more mobility workers gain because of their devices, the more they
        need fixed places where they can connect and collaborate. The most
        important attributes people want in these fixed spaces are:  acoustical
        privacy (56%), easy-to-use videoconferencing (47%), whiteboards (43%)
        and multiple display screens (40%).
    --  The smaller technology devices become, the more people need large-scale
        displays to share and communicate effectively with others. In fact, 39
        percent of workers say it is very important that collaboration spaces
        allow them to share content from their mobile devices.
    --  The more data organizations generate, the more people need places to
        help them make sense of it.  But 35 percent of people say they struggle
        with visualizing data while working on tough problems.
Steelcase sees a shift toward three primary types of workplace technologies: smartphones, tablets and large-scale architectural displays. "Architecture and technology will become the same thing," notes Brett Kincaid, director of design for the V.I.A. architectural solution. "Technology-enabled architecture will be required to support smart rooms that create the optimal conditions for collaboration and innovation among teams that are globally distributed, as well as locally based."  Visitors at NeoCon will enter rooms created with V.I.A. that are enabled with sensors, activators and microprocessors that will augment the interactions of people within the space by taking on tasks such as adjusting lighting, signaling noise levels, turning on screens and capturing information.

In the future, walls will not just define private offices but will define "private experiences" such as video conversations, brainstorming new concepts, and confidential conversations. V.I.A. creates a new benchmark around true acoustical privacy and is engi­neered with full silencing seals to contain noise disturbance from active team work.  Conversely, people crave spaces where they can work individually, stay focused and have a private conversation freely.  In fact, 65% of workers said they feel self-conscious about being overheard during conversations they intended to be private, according to the Steelcase/Harris study.  Additionally, "unwanted sound" is well documented as physically exhausting with negative impacts on health and wellbeing.  The V.I.A. architectural solution can create individual or team spaces that virtually eliminate noise disruptions and offer enhanced private experiences.

Created by the Steelcase Design Studio in collaboration with Claudio Bellini, V.I.A. anticipates future needs and can accept new technologies as they evolve.

"Innovation is hard work, and people need smart rooms, enabled with technology and enhanced acoustical privacy where they can collaborate on a vertical surface or focus on their own," notes Kincaid.  "As real estate becomes more limited, walls need to work harder.  Today they are an underutilized asset.  Tomorrow walls will become the next technology device and the new work surface."

About Steelcase

For more than 100 years, Steelcase Inc. has helped create great experiences for the world's leading organizations - wherever work happens. Steelcase and our family of brands - including Steelcase®, Coalesse®, Designtex®, Details®, Nurture®, PolyVision® and Turnstone® - offer a comprehensive portfolio of furnishings, products and services designed to unlock human promise and support social, economic and environmental sustainability. We are globally accessible through a network of channels, including approximately 650 dealers. Steelcase is a global, industry-leading and publicly traded company with fiscal 2013 revenue of $2.9 billion.

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ARRIS XG1 Gateway to Deliver Comcast X1 Experience

Demonstration on-display @ The Cable Show - with Q3 market launch to follow

WASHINGTON, June 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- CABLE SHOW 2013 -ARRIS Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: ARRS) announced that Comcast will be launching the ARRIS XG1 gateway in Q3 to deliver its next-generation X1 television experience.

The gateway is based on the RDK platform software from Comcast, which simplifies the development of third-party applications and tools that are central to the X1 experience.

About the XG1
The ARRIS XG1 is the next-generation gateway behind the Comcast X1 experience. It's designed to be the hub of the new IP-connected home, combining powerful hardware and software to deliver multiscreen, DVR, cool apps, and more, while reducing energy use and maintenance. These features are becoming increasingly relevant in the face of new global media consumption trends.

According to a recent study by Motorola Home (prior to its acquisition by ARRIS), global consumers are watching more TV than ever (19 hours per week), nearly a third of which is recorded (29% of all content), on multiple screens (55% of consumers using multiscreen devices).

"The XG1 represents another way ARRIS empowers service providers to address consumers' rapidly changing content consumption habits and transform today's multiscreen TV experiences," said Larry Robinson, President, Customer Premises Equipment at ARRIS. "The gateway combines software extensibility with an IP-based delivery model to deliver a better TV experience--from intuitive search to voice control, recommendations, a better DVR experience, multiscreen, and more--today and into the future."

The ARRIS XG1 launch marks the company's continued support for the RDK ecosystem, closely following its CES announcement of the first RDK-based whole-home network and entertainment gateway.

Comcast X1 is a revolutionary entertainment platform that seamlessly merges entertainment with the rest of consumers' digital lives. Utilizing advancements made possible by the cloud and Comcast's extensive technology network, X1 combines customized apps, social media features and traditional video services to deliver a personalized and dynamic TV entertainment experience.                 

"The ARRIS commitment to integrating hardware and software solutions in support of our RDK initiative has been instrumental in expanding the Comcast X1 experience," said Steve Reynolds, SVP of Customer Premise Equipment and Home Network at Comcast. "With the flexibility of the ARRIS XG1, we can continue to grow our service capabilities to keep pace with today's multiscreen trends with an eye towards the evolution of TV."

The ARRIS XG1 is on display at The Cable Show 2013 in Washington D.C., June 10-12, Booth #2433.

About ARRIS
ARRIS is a premier video and broadband technology company that transforms how service providers worldwide deliver entertainment and communications without boundaries.  Its powerful end-to-end platforms enable service and content providers to improve the way people connect - with each other and with their favorite content.  The Company's vision and expertise continue to drive the industry's innovations, as they have for more than 60 years. Headquartered north of Atlanta, in Suwanee, Georgia, ARRIS has R&D, sales and support centers throughout the world. For more information: http://www.arrisi.com

ARRIS and the ARRIS Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of ARRIS Enterprises, Inc.  All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.  © ARRIS Enterprises, Inc. 2013.  All rights reserved.

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CONTACT: Jeanne Russo, +1-215-323-1880, Jeanne.Russo@arrisi.com; Jenni Moyer, +1-215-286-3311, Jenni_Moyer@comcast.com

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Comcast Deploys ARRIS E6000(TM) Converged Edge Router

WASHINGTON, June 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- CABLE SHOW 2013 -- ARRIS Group, Inc.(NASDAQ: ARRS)announced today that Comcast Cable has taken the E6000 Converged Edge Router (CER) from trials to its first commercial deployment.

The E6000 CER is a leading network component of the ARRIS end-to-end portfolio - which spans the cloud, network and home. More content on more devices demands increased bandwidth, infrastructure, and efficiency. The ARRIS innovative CCAP platform helps operators scale to these challenges, while facilitating the migration to an all-IP network.

"The proliferation of connected devices and new advanced services place high demands on the network. ARRIS is driving the IP transformation, so our customers can deliver more top-quality video on more screens...today. The ARRIS E6000 CER is another example of how we continue to drive the industry's top network performance and density," said Bruce McClelland, President, Network & Cloud, Global Services at ARRIS.

In a recent study by Motorola Home (prior to its acquisition by ARRIS), consumers in the U.S. were found to watch more video than any other country (29 total hours/week, four hours over the total global average), more than a third of which is recorded. Multiscreen viewing is also on the rise, with smartphones and tablets watched more than broadcast TV in the bedroom (46% and 41% versus 36%). These trends reflect the advantages of the ARRIS E6000 CER as service providers like Comcast look to meet growing consumer demand for more high-quality content anytime, anyplace on any device.

"Comcast's subscribers are trendsetters in driving today's IP-enabled interactive and connected experience throughout the home and on multiple screens," said Rob Slinkard, Comcast Cable Senior Vice President of Product Management for Communications and Data Services. "The ARRIS E6000 CER further optimizes our network and becomes part of Comcast's ongoing and evolving effort to take advantage of IP technology to constantly bring new innovations to market."

Transforming IP Delivery: About the ARRIS E6000

The E6000(TM) Converged Edge Router (CER) - The Revolutionary ARRIS CCAP Platform - The E6000 CER delivers new levels of density and cost-effectiveness in a simple, robust integrated architecture that will enable converged services on broadband networks. The E6000 CER provides a high-availability, high-performance solution with unmatched scalability. It supports a fully redundant design with no single point of failure. The E6000 CER offers integrated, hitless RF fail-over, hot-swapping of cards, and field-deployment ready IPv6 support. Operators can mix and match ARRIS cable edge products to create the optimum network configuration for deploying tomorrow's services with today's hardware.

The ARRIS E6000 CER allows operators to:

    --  Maximize revenue off a single chassis, with one of the highest densities
        per rack unit available, to deliver more services at faster speeds while
        using much less space and power
    --  Increase subscriber satisfaction and retention with a self-healing
        design that minimizes service outages
    --  Preserve capital investment with a flexible platform that offers a
        "wire-once" architecture with software upgradeability and easy expansion
        via a mid-plane design
All elements of the E6000 CER are redundant, either N+1 or 1+1, and all are hot-swappable. Designed for 99.999% system availability, the E6000 has a self-healing architecture that maintains system services without interruption.

Visit http://www.arrisi.com/get/cer for more information on the cable edge router portfolio.

The ARRIS E6000 CER is on display at The Cable Show 2013 in Washington D.C., June 10-12, Booth #2433.

About ARRIS
ARRIS is a premier video and broadband technology company that transforms how service providers worldwide deliver entertainment and communications without boundaries.  Its powerful end-to-end platforms enable service and content providers to improve the way people connect - with each other and with their favorite content.  The Company's vision and expertise continue to drive the industry's innovations, as they have for more than 60 years. Headquartered north of Atlanta, in Suwanee, Georgia, ARRIS has R&D, sales and support centers throughout the world. Visit http://www.arrisi.com for more information.

ARRIS and the ARRIS Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of ARRIS Enterprises, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. © ARRIS Enterprises, Inc. 2013. All rights reserved.

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CONTACT: Jeanne Russo, +1-215-323-1880, Jeanne.Russo@arrisi.com; or Jenni Moyer, +1-215-286-3311, Jenni_Moyer@comcast.com

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Microsoft invites everyone to join the fun with a brand-new Xbox 360

Sleek and stylish new Xbox 360 unveiled alongside spectacular lineup of games, reaffirming Microsoft's commitment to the celebrated console that has already sold 76 million units worldwide.

LOS ANGELES, June 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Microsoft Corp. today at E3 offered everyone who has yet to own an Xbox 360 or wants to update their existing console an irresistible new reason to jump in. Alongside the spectacular lineup of titles for its highly anticipated next Xbox entertainment system, Xbox One, Microsoft unveiled a fresh and exciting new design for Xbox 360. Shipping today to retailers across the U.S., U.K., Canada, Ireland and Australia, the new Xbox 360 will continue to roll out worldwide across all Xbox regions over the coming months, extending the life cycle and legacy of the celebrated console that has already sold 76 million units worldwide and has been the best-selling console in the U.S. for the past 28 months.

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Sporting a sleek and stylish new design that resembles the Xbox One brand elements, the new Xbox 360 brings together a similar look and feel across the entire family of Xbox products. The new Xbox 360 appears stunning wherever it fits in the home and offers great performance. It is available in multiple value-packed editions for the same great prices as the existing console: $199.99 estimated retail price (ERP(1)) for the 4GB console, $299.99 ERP for the 250GB edition and $299.99 ERP for the 4GB Kinect Bundle.

"Xbox 360 offers unrivaled value -- with more great games, an Xbox Live community with 48 million members, and a compelling lineup of apps, sports, movies, TV shows and music," said Yusuf Mehdi, chief marketing and strategy officer, Interactive Entertainment Business, Microsoft. "We've taken all we have learned these past eight years and engineered a new Xbox 360 console that is elegant and accessible to anyone. There's never been a better time to experience everything Xbox 360 has to offer."

As a message of thanks to the millions of Xbox fans around the world for their passion and loyalty, Microsoft announced that every qualifying Xbox Live Gold member -- new or existing -- will receive two free Xbox 360 game downloads per month starting July 1 until Dec. 31, 2013, including popular titles such as "Halo 3" and "Assassin's Creed II." And to celebrate E3 in the month of June, Xbox Live Gold members will receive a free download of "Fable III."(3 )In addition, for a limited time gamers can get a Day One 12-month Xbox Live Gold membership and play "Killer Instinct: Round One," with the exclusive Shadow Jago character, on Xbox One. Players will also receive a commemorative Day One membership card.

The world's brightest creators are continuing to bring imaginative new titles to Xbox 360, which leads the games industry with more than 4,500 titles and 48 million Xbox Live members. At Microsoft's E3 press briefing, acclaimed developer Wargaming.net announced that a new installment of one of the world's most popular action games, "World of Tanks: Xbox 360 Edition," is coming exclusively to Xbox 360 later this year, bringing the franchise to a console platform for the first time. Custom-built for Xbox 360, "World of Tanks: Xbox 360 Edition" is a global online multiplayer phenomenon dedicated to tank warfare in the mid-20th century. Players will command some of history's most powerful tanks and experience intense combat where the excitement of battle is enhanced by working together with their tank platoons to win the fight. "World of Tanks: Xbox 360 Edition" will be available as a Free-to-Play with Gold title for Xbox Live members and a limited-time trial for all Xbox Live account holders. Register for the beta at http://www.worldoftanks.com/xbox.(2)

Microsoft also showcased "Max: The Curse of Brotherhood," a follow-up to the popular game "Max and the Magic Marker," coming exclusively to Xbox 360 later this year. The game tells the story of a boy named Max who embarks on a journey to find his little brother, Felix, after a giant monster steals him away. With the power of Kinect, players will guide Max through a mystical, blighted fantasy world, using powerful magical abilities to overcome puzzles and enemies and save Felix before it's too late.

Fans of action games can wage war for their god as a brutal Caos warrior in "Ascend: Hand of Kul," a Free-to-Play with Gold third-person action-RPG featuring innovative single and multiplayer gameplay. In addition, poker fans will be able to take their game to a whole new level with "World Series of Poker(®): Full House Pro," which lets players build their in-game bankrolls as they compete against opponents from around the world.

In its sixth year, Summer of Arcade continues to deliver the most anticipated, premier collection of the best downloadable games available on Xbox Live. Coming later this summer, fans will have access to fun, quality games including "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles(TM): Out of the Shadows" from Activision, "Flashback" by Ubisoft, "Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons" by 505 Games and "Charlie Murder" from Microsoft Studios.

In addition to these exclusive premieres, Xbox 360 will continue to deliver a staggering lineup of the most anticipated games from the world's best studios, including "Call of Duty(®): Ghosts," "Grand Theft Auto V," "Battlefield 4(TM)," "Madden NFL 25," "FIFA 14," "Assassin's Creed(®) IV: Black Flag," "Watch Dogs(TM)," "Batman: Arkham Origins" and "Fable Anniversary." The lineup reaffirms that Xbox 360 remains the best place to enjoy this generation's must-have blockbusters.

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Xbox is Microsoft's premier entertainment brand for the TV, phone, PC and tablet. In living rooms or on the go, Xbox is home to the best and broadest games, as well as one of the world's largest libraries of movies, TV, music and sports. Your favorite games, TV and entertainment come to life in new ways through the power of Kinect, Xbox SmartGlass and Xbox Live, the world's premier social entertainment network. More information about Xbox can be found online at http://www.xbox.com.

About Microsoft
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(3 )"Games with Gold" free games offer available 6/10/13-12/31/13 for paid qualifying Gold members only. Xbox 360 games (selected by Xbox) available for free download from Marketplace only during specified half-month window; available games may vary by country. Some titles may only be available for download by account holders 18 or over. Kinect and/or hard drive required for some games. See xbox.com/live.

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Xbox One brings the future of gaming to life

Microsoft Studios and the world's biggest and most renowned publishers unveil blockbuster games lineup for Xbox One, with more exclusive titles coming than any time in the history of Xbox.

LOS ANGELES, June 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Embark on a heroic adventure to seek vengeance across the battlefields of ancient Rome. Fire up the engines in the exhilarating return of the highest-rated racing franchise of the past 10 years.(1) Fight for survival in an immersive open world teeming with thousands of undead. Today, on the eve of the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3), Microsoft Corp. kick-started a new era of games and entertainment with a stunning lineup of blockbusters for the highly anticipated Xbox One gaming and entertainment system, showcasing why it will be the premier platform to experience the future of games when it launches in 21 markets around the world this November.

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Home to the biggest next-generation exclusives

At its E3 press briefing, Microsoft unveiled an unprecedented lineup of world-premiere Xbox One blockbusters from some of the most innovative and celebrated studios on the planet, including 343 Industries, Crytek, Turn 10 Studios, Remedy, DICE, Capcom and Insomniac Games, along with support from virtually every major publisher in the industry.

"Microsoft Studios is committed to making Xbox One the best place to play games, with more titles in development and more exclusives coming than at any time in the history of Xbox," said Phil Spencer, corporate vice president, Microsoft Studios. "With amazing games such as 'Forza Motorsport 5,' 'Ryse: Son of Rome,' 'Dead Rising 3,' 'Halo Xbox One,' 'Kinect Sports Rivals,' 'Project Spark' and 'Quantum Break,' Xbox will continue to lead the industry with the biggest exclusives, new IP and blockbuster franchises that will delight gamers for the next decade and beyond."

The world's most visionary developers showcased how they're leveraging the unrivaled power and performance of Xbox One to bring a new generation of games to life that look and feel like nothing else -- fueled by the power of Xbox One, the fidelity of the new Kinect and the expansive power of Xbox Live. Renowned studio Crytek unveiled "Ryse: Son of Rome," an epic action-adventure story that immerses you in the brutality and intensity of Roman warfare. "Ryse: Son of Rome" extends the gameplay experience with Xbox SmartGlass and Game DVR and lets you command legions with the sound of your voice using Kinect.

Award-winning developer Turn 10 Studios showcased the breathtaking visuals and adrenaline-filled action of "Forza Motorsport 5," the next installment of the genre-defining racing franchise. Built from the ground up to take advantage of Xbox One and the vast power of the cloud, "Forza Motorsport 5" features revolutionary Drivatar technology that learns how you and your friends drive, delivering real human behavior and an ever-evolving network of opponents always ready to race -- even when they're not online. Real tendencies, real mistakes.

In addition, Microsoft delighted gamers with the world premiere teaser trailer for "Halo Xbox One," the next chapter of the award-winning Xbox franchise developed by 343 Industries that will take you on a new journey in the "Halo" universe beginning in 2014.

Other highlights at Microsoft's briefing included "Dead Rising 3," the next installment of Capcom's massively popular zombie franchise coming exclusively to Xbox One that takes open-world action to a whole new level; "Project Spark," an open-world digital canvas that enables anyone to build, play and share their own worlds, games and stories with millions of others online; and "Sunset Overdrive," a high-energy open-world shooter set in the not-so-distant future from Insomniac Games that delivers an always-changing gameplay experience with an arsenal of explosive and overpowered weapons.

Home to the best multiplayer and entertainment experiences through Xbox Live Gold

Xbox Live Gold membership offers Xbox One owners a premium service that unlocks a new generation of online gaming and entertainment experiences, including an expanded list of friends that lets you stay connected and play with more people through Xbox Live. Not only does an existing Xbox Live Gold membership for Xbox 360 carry over to Xbox One, you can still join for as low as $5 per month, and now anyone in your home can access most Gold member benefits on your Xbox One at no additional cost.(2) Your Gold membership also travels with you wherever you go, turning any console into your own.

For gamers, Xbox Live Gold on Xbox One delivers new benefits that make online gaming with your friends easier and more enjoyable than ever. Xbox Live Gold unlocks Twitch as a built-in experience on Xbox One, allowing gamers to seamlessly broadcast their gameplay as well as view and interact with other live gaming broadcasts.(3) Twitch on Xbox One also includes the ability to discover tailored, relevant and inherently social video content that spans everything from e-sports events to user-generated original shows and game walk-throughs. Other benefits of Xbox Live Gold on Xbox One include the following:

    --  Access to the premier multiplayer community. All of your friends can
        come together on Xbox Live to play the best games for the ultimate
        bragging rights. Backed by a powerful cloud service, matches are now
        bigger for games across Xbox One.
    --  No more waiting for matchmaking. Smart Match on Xbox One allows for
        asynchronous matchmaking, where the system begins looking for your next
        match while you continue to game, watch TV or listen to music. Smart
        Match also instantly finds people you want to play with, where your
        reputation also plays an important role.
    --  Rewards for good reputation. Your new Xbox Live reputation plays a
        prominent and valuable role by rewarding healthy participation while
        reducing troublemakers and cheaters. A unified system across Xbox Live
        and all of your games allows for you to have much more control over who
        you play with while giving you new and exciting ways to get even more
        involved in your community.
    --  Ability to record, edit, share and broadcast. With Game DVR and Upload
        Studio,(3) gamers can instantly capture their favorite moments and edit
        and share them with their friends around the world. With Twitch on Xbox
        One, a single voice command starts live broadcasting.
Home to the most complete portfolio of world-class blockbusters

The full lineup of Xbox One games unveiled by Microsoft at E3 that showcased the fun, color and immersion of the future of gaming includes the following:

    --  "Battlefield 4" (DICE, Electronic Arts). DICE ushers in the next era of
        world-class gaming with "Battlefield 4." The chaos of all-out war
        explodes, now with groundbreaking new innovations all running at a
        smooth 60 frames-per-second on Xbox One. With "Battlefield 4," the
        intensity of combat will never be the same.
    --  "Below" (Capy Games, Microsoft Studios). "Below" is a classic rogue tale
        with moody graphics and Kinect technology. You'll scour the open world
        in search of rare and special loot while battling the malevolent
        Darkness, an artificial intelligence-controlled character that uses
        Kinect to sense and change level progression based on the room's
        surroundings.
    --  "Crimson Dragon" (Grounding/Land Ho!, Microsoft Studios). Humanity has
        been driven to the brink of extinction on a colonized planet ruled by
        dragons. It's up to you to take control of a powerful dragon and battle
        for control of the skies in this thrilling flight-based shooter.
    --  "D4" (Access Games, Microsoft Studios). An episodic noir adventure, "D4"
        follows the story of a detective with the curious ability to dive back
        in time. He must use this power to solve his wife's murder and then try
        to prevent it from occurring.
    --  "Dead Rising 3" (Capcom Vancouver, Microsoft). Launching in November
        exclusively for Xbox One, "Dead Rising 3" marks the return of the wildly
        popular zombie franchise and introduces a blockbuster open-world action
        experience that will define a new generation of zombie-slaying mayhem.
        With intense action, an unmatched level of weapon and character
        customization, and immersive Xbox SmartGlass and Kinect integration,
        "Dead Rising 3" delivers a heart-pounding experience unlike any other as
        players fight for survival in a massive, open world teeming with
        thousands of undead.
    --  "Forza Motorsport 5" (Turn 10 Studios, Microsoft Studios). Launching in
        November, "Forza Motorsport 5" is a cinematic automotive journey
        starring the world's greatest cars and tracks. Built from the ground up
        to take advantage of Xbox One and the vast power of the cloud, no game
        better delivers the wide-eyed thrill of racing.
    --  "Halo Xbox One" - working title (343 Industries, Microsoft Studios). The
        award-winning franchise continues on Xbox One, beginning in 2014.
    --  "Killer Instinct" (Double Helix, Microsoft Studios). After nearly a
        decade, the popular fighting franchise returns to Xbox One with the
        "Killer Instinct" characters and combos that revolutionized fighting
        games. "Killer Instinct" is enabled with robust progression and rewards,
        dynamic challenges customized to player behavior, and predictive
        matchmaking for seamless competitive fights.
    --  "Kinect Sports Rivals" (Rare, Microsoft Studios). Launching in November,
        "Kinect Sports Rivals" is the next generation of the best-selling Kinect
        franchise, "Kinect Sports," that brings your favorite sports back in
        re-imagined ways, and delivers new sports, made possible only with Xbox
        One's all-new re-engineered Kinect. "Kinect Sports Rivals" puts you in
        the game like never before, tracks your movements and expressions with
        incredible accuracy, and offers never-ending competition with your
        friends and competitors.
    --  "LocoCycle" (Twisted Pixel, Microsoft Studios). "LocoCycle" takes you on
        an action-packed adventure only seen on Xbox One with a sentient
        motorcycle named I.R.I.S and her mechanic, Pablo (who, against his will,
        is literally being dragged along for the ride). Together, I.R.I.S and
        Pablo fight for their freedom while facing the Big Arms agents and their
        secret sentient motorcycle weapon, Spike.
    --  "Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain" (Kojima Productions, Konami
        Digital Entertainment Co., Ltd.). The concept of this title is
        "Realistic Espionage Action in an Open World Environment." Environmental
        elements like weather and wildlife, and enemies that adapt their
        strategy to the player's actions, let players experience a more
        realistic world. The vast open world environment enhances the thrill and
        freedom of stealth. Aside from numerous optional missions, there are a
        variety of gameplay elements that encourage exploration and
        item-collection outside the main missions.
    --  "Minecraft: Xbox One Edition" (4J/Mojang, Microsoft Studios).
        "Minecraft: Xbox One Edition" will deliver the "Minecraft" experience to
        Xbox One. Building off the hugely successful "Minecraft: Xbox 360
        Edition," the edition on Xbox One will include larger maps for more
        complex structures, expanded multiplayer features and enhanced gameplay
        powered by the Xbox One platform. "Minecraft: Xbox One Edition" will be
        available within the Xbox One launch window.
    --  "Powerstar Golf" (Zoe Mode, Microsoft Studios). Tee up for fun with
        "Powerstar Golf" for Xbox One. Whether you're playing a round to unwind
        and admire the amazing vistas or a pro trying to climb the leaderboards
        for bragging rights, it's time to load up the cart and aim for the
        green.
    --  "Project Spark" (Team Dakota, Microsoft Studios). "Project Spark" is an
        open-world digital canvas that enables anyone to build, play and share
        whatever they can imagine and create in the game. It's a powerful, yet
        simple way to build and play your own worlds, stories and games. Share
        all of your creations with a dynamic community and play what the
        community makes. "Project Spark" brings creation to life and presents
        endless opportunities for play across Xbox One, Windows 8 and Xbox 360.
    --  "Quantum Break" (Remedy, Microsoft Studios). From the creators of "Alan
        Wake" and "Max Payne" comes a revolutionary entertainment experience
        that blurs the line between gaming and TV by integrating drama and
        gameplay into one seamless, uniquely immersive experience. How you play
        the game impacts the show, and the show informs how you play the game.
    --  "Ryse: Son of Rome" (Crytek, Microsoft Studios). Coming exclusively to
        Xbox One in November, "Ryse: Son of Rome" is an immersive
        action-adventure story of struggle, brutality and heroism, following a
        fearless Roman soldier named Marius Titus as he seeks to avenge the
        death of his family and leads an army to save the Roman Empire. "Ryse:
        Son of Rome" presents a cinematic re-creation of ancient Rome and brings
        the brutality and intensity of Roman warfare to life in visceral detail,
        thrusting you into the chaos of close-combat and epic-scale battles.
    --  "Sunset Overdrive" (Insomniac Games, Microsoft Studios). "Sunset
        Overdrive" is an always-changing, open-world shooter set in the
        not-so-distant future. A catastrophic event has left your city overrun
        by mutants. While the majority perish or transform, you flourish. It
        turns out your calling isn't picking up trash or serving food, it's
        mutant destruction. With an arsenal of explosive, overpowered weapons
        and a knack for traversing the city with hyperagility, it's not the end
        of days for you. Available for future release, your story is just
        starting.
    --  "The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt" (CD Projekt RED). "The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt"
        is a unique combination of a non-linear story and an open world - a
        fantasy RPG focused on player choice, tactical combat and an immersive
        environment. Spinning the tale of Geralt of Rivia, a professional
        monster hunter, "The Witcher 3" aims to attract gamers with a mature and
        compelling narrative told as no other game has before. With over 100
        hours of hand-crafted core and side quest gameplay, "The Witcher 3"
        redefines the genre and shapes RPGs of the next generation.
    --  "Zoo Tycoon" (Frontier Developments Ltd., Microsoft Studios). The wildly
        popular "Zoo Tycoon" franchise is coming to Xbox One and Xbox 360
        worldwide later this year. Fully re-imagined and featuring a menagerie
        of beautiful species, reactive gameplay and real calendar tie-in, this
        zoo simulation will charm "Zoo Tycoon" fans and new players alike.
For more details about the Xbox One games lineup and all the exciting Xbox news at E3, visit news.xbox.com. For press releases and media assets, please visit news.xbox.com/media (select "Choose a Category" to find relevant content).

About Xbox

Xbox is Microsoft's premier entertainment brand for the TV, phone, PC and tablet. In living rooms or on the go, Xbox is home to the best and broadest games, as well as one of the world's largest libraries of movies, TV, music and sports. Your favorite games, TV and entertainment come to life in new ways through the power of Kinect, Xbox SmartGlass and Xbox Live, the world's premier social entertainment network. More information about Xbox can be found online at http://www.xbox.com.

About Microsoft

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (Nasdaq "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential.

The information contained in this press release relates to a pre-release product that may be substantially modified before its first commercial release. Accordingly, the information may not accurately describe or reflect the product when first commercially released. The press release is provided for informational purposes only, and Microsoft makes no warranties, express or implied, with respect to the press release or the information contained in it.

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Danish Rock Band, Mew, and B&O PLAY announce NEW interactive music app this summer 2013

COPENHAGEN, Denmark and DEERFIELD, Ill., June 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The critically acclaimed Danish band, Mew, and the award-winning audio video brand, B&O PLAY by Bang & Olufsen, have teamed up in a global campaign to create-an  innovative music application, Sensory Spaces.  Sensory Spaces is an interactive music application that will be available in August 2013 and will allow Mew fans the ability to navigate through musical rhythms, beats, vocals, and acoustic metrics in an physical dialog that will lead up to Mew's next single.  The first official preview of the new Application "Sensory Spaces" is to be released Wednesday, June 12 in Copenhagen. Additionally, this week in New York City, Henrik Taudorf Lorensen, Corporate Vice President of B&O PLAY will present the Sensory Spaces preview to top music executives, consumers and media attendees at the 2013 New Music Seminar.

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The remarkable corporation between Mew, and B&O PLAY was built on the ambition to build appreciation for sound and set new standards for band/brand meetings by providing new value for music lovers and the entire listening experience.

"We wish to encourage and share the thrilling experience of listening carefully to music and through that, we want to celebrate quality," states Corporate Vice President for B&O PLAY, Henrik Taudorf Lorensen. "Ultimately, that is what B&O PLAY's products do: Provide a better quality through both the reproduction of the music and the design."

"The music experience is not just music, but also the world you create around the music. We want to add colors and dimensions to that world," says Mew lead guitarist Bo Madsen.

The new Sensory Spaces application will be an engaging experience that lets the user navigate through a string of musical spaces containing bites and elements of Mew music. This experience is a path into the heart of Mew's universe and a new platform showcasing the significance of a high quality sound experience. The full application for smartphone and tablet will be released in August 2013, leading up to Mew's forthcoming single.  A teaser site will be launched at http://www.sensoryspaces.com on June 12.

Working with Mew and B&O PLAY in this project is Danish agency VOLUME who specializes in partnerships between artists and brands. CCO and co-founder Johannes Dybkjær Andersson underlines the ground-breaking nature of this partnership. "We are dealing with a unique campaign, a creative meeting built on shared values with an outcome that seeks to have direct relevance to both Mew's hundreds of thousands of fans and the B&O PLAY customers. If you want to truly engage with the music scene as a brand, you need to earn your way by providing new and meaningful content - and that is the core of this partnership."

About Mew

Since forming in 1995 Mew has stunned music fans from Australia to Norway, from Japan to Mexico. In early 2013 Mew reported that the band had chosen to go completely independent after a decade with Sony Music. At the same time the band revealed that they were preparing for a new album. The latest album 'No More Stories ...' came in 2009 and received international praise from leading media such as Pitchfork, NME, All Music Guide, Spin, Drowned in Sound, AV Club and Popmatters. Famous Mew-fans include the likes of U2, R.E.M., Kings of Leon, Coldplay, Nine Inch Nails and Katy Perry.

About B&O PLAY

B&O PLAY by Bang & Olufsen was launched January 2012 with the aim of providing premium listening and viewing experiences to digitally connected design fans. The brand interprets the Bang & Olufsen heritage in products suitable for an active and mobile lifestyle. In just one year, four different B&O PLAY models have won a collected amount of 10 international design and innovation awards.

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Free, Innovative Smartphone Safety App AlertID launches in Orange County

LAS VEGAS and PALO ALTO, Calif., June 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- AlertID(TM) today announced that its free smartphone app is now available all over Orange County. Using information from trusted law enforcement officials and the community, AlertID provides up-to-the-minute information on crime, sex offenders, severe weather, natural disasters and more.

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"The AlertID app pairs the most up to date information on crime, severe weather and emergency alerts with trusted resources to help us live more safely," Keli Wilson, founder of AlertID, said.

AlertID is supported by its partner, the National Crime Prevention Council (home of McGruff the Crime Dog®) and has been proven to reduce crime as much as 30 percent in some areas.

AlertID works by connecting users to public safety authorities and other public safety information through alerts on their smartphones, tablets and computers. Alerts are provided by trusted sources including public safety agencies, local law enforcement, schools, neighborhood groups, neighbors, family members and friends. This connection between law enforcement and surrounding communities has been proven to reduce crime, and now Orange County can be a part of it.

"AlertID is a unique platform that is filling a void that exists between public safety and the community we serve. It has made a dramatic impact in helping to reduce crime and protect families by directly involving the community in policing efforts," Chris Perry, Director of the Nevada Department of Public Safety, said.

To sign up for a free account, or for more information, go to http://www.AlertID.com.

About AlertID, Inc.
Live Safely(TM) with AlertID.  AlertID is the safe way to receive trusted public safety alerts and share information with neighbors.

Alerts are provided by trusted sources including public safety agencies, local law enforcement, schools, neighborhood groups, neighbors, family members and friends.  This first-of-its-kind, fast-growing network is the leader in helping people protect their families and communities throughout the United States and is poised to evolve into the world's go-to public safety and security resource.  For information on critical public safety alerts and sharing information with neighbors, friends and family across the country, visit http://www.AlertID.com.

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Dancing with the Robots! New California Competition Promoting STEAM Education Scouts for School Supporters

140 California schools have registered for Robotic Idol, nowseeking sponsors to aid with equipment cost

LOS ANGELES, June 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    ALDEBARAN ROBOTICS, the worldwide leader in the continually growing field of humanoid
robotics and an academic partner with the most innovative universities and schools,
encourages local organizations searching for sponsorship opportunities to consider
endorsing schools interested in competing in Robotic Idol
[http://www.roboticidol.com/Robotic_Idol_Home ], a programming competition for grades 6-12.

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    In February 2013, a new extra-curricular program for California students in grades
6-12 was announced called "Robotic Idol". This program uses an advanced humanoid robotic
platform called NAO, a fully-programmable, interactive, and autonomous robot. Students
involved in the competition will program NAO to dance taking into account the physical
theories of motion, balance, and control. The purpose of Robotic Idol is to stimulate
STEAM education using physics and math concepts while programming NAO, especially among
girls, to show them that STEAM programs are within reach and guide them towards careers in
science and technology fields.

    Since its announcement, 140 schools in the state of California have shown a strong
interest in the competition. Due to budget constraints, some schools are finding it
difficult to come up with the funding to purchase the equipment required and are seeking
sponsors. Sponsors [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fj82C4octwk ] not only have the ability
to provide the finances for a school to participate in this innovative robotics
competition, but they are enabling students with the tools needed to develop their skills
in STEAM education. Sponsored teams will get to keep the equipment used for Robotic Idol
and use these tools in lessons such as computer science, robotic kinematics, or using NAO
in math and physics to determine theories of motion within the school year.

    Sponsors will certainly receive recognition at the competition, and additional
high-visibility branding opportunities are possible. Sponsors are encouraged to find
creative ways to fund their participation in the Robotic Idol competition. Robert Barboza,
founder of Kids Talk Radio, is creating a summer camp program for students involved in his
robotics club. The three week summer camp provides intensive programming workshops in
association with NAO. The top five performing students of the summer camp will form the
team designed to compete in Robotic Idol. The fees and donations associated with the
summer camp will be used to cover the cost of the Robotic Idol special package.

    "At Kids Talk Radio, we created a Backpack Robotics afterschool and summer camp
program focused on Robotics and Computer Science using NAO. By offering students a chance
to use a humanoid robot they have become more interested and excited to learn STEAM and
now all of them want to participate in the Robotic Idol Competition. The summer camp
registration process is underway and we hope to sell out by July. Our goal is to purchase
another Robotic Idol package to have two teams of students to represent the city of Long
Beach, CA at the competition" says Bob Barboza, Founder of Kids Talk Radio.

    Sponsors of Robotic Idol [http://youtu.be/Fj82C4octwk ] will be leading the way in
STEAM education. The benefits of becoming a sponsor are not only seen throughout the
country through various marketing initiatives, but felt by the participants of the
competition. Organizations interested in learning how they can sponsor a local school in
Robotic Idol can contact Cedric Vaudel at cvaudel@aldebaran-robotics.com for more
information.

    To learn more about Robotic Idol, visit http://www.roboticidol.com.

    About Aldebaran Robotics

    Founded in 2005 by Bruno Maisonnier and now established in France, the US and China,
ALDEBARAN ROBOTICS designs, produces and sells humanoid robots in order to contribute to
the betterment of humankind. There are currently over 3,500 NAO robots operating in
schools and universities in over 70 countries worldwide for education and research.
ALDEBARAN ROBOTICS has a team of 300 people, 40% of whom are engineers and doctors,
involved in developing and producing its robots.

    For further information about ALDEBARAN ROBOTICS, please go to:
http://www.aldebaran-robotics.com

    Media Inquiries to:

    Mirella DE ROSSI

    mderossi@aldebaran-robotics.com/ +1(949)330-7293

    Oana DORITA

    odorita@aldebaran-robotics.com / +33-1-81-72-02-31

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Sonata Software Certified as SAP Application Management Services Provider

BANGALORE, India, June 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    Sonata Software, an IT consulting and software services provider, today announced that
it has been certified by SAP AG as "SAP Certified in Application Management Services". As
an expert on SAP Application Management Services, Sonata assists its clients in
strengthening their competitive position by reducing total cost of ownership while
improving business performance through a multi-delivery service model, multi-channel
support options, large pool of resources and improved service efficiency.

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    "The certification complements Sonata's deep industry and technical expertise in
implementing and supporting SAP applications," said P.V.S.N. Raju, Senior Vice President,
Sonata Software. "Sonata's capabilities offers businesses an SLA-based support with
multiple delivery models to meet business requirements, and consolidates proven
methodologies and best practices to enable continuous quality improvement of services at
optimum costs," he added.

    The certification qualifies Sonata as one of the leading application management
service providers for SAP solutions that will help meet the quality and scope of work
requirements of its customers. Sonata was certified as a SAP AMS provider, after a
rigorous assessment and audit of its application management services delivery and support
capabilities, based on market standards and best-practices.

    As an SAP AMS certified partner Sonata can now support its clients on L1, L2 and L3
Tickets, by providing functional / technical support, offer incident/problem/change
request management services, Database and SAP application and user management services.

    Sonata is a partner of choice for Fortune 1000 enterprises, enabling their IT
transformation initiatives and this certification will help Sonata deliver greater
business value to its customers. Sonata's core value proposition is to enable customers to
achieve business transformation through setting up of customer-specific Centers of
Excellence to companies in Retail, CPG, Travel, and Manufacturing.

    Sonata is a Gold certified SAP Partner with a proven track record on SAP
Business-All-in-One implementations and ongoing support. It is also strategically
positioned as a key player in providing technology services and solutions around SAP
Mobility and SAP Business Analytics stack. Sonata's Center of Excellence for SAP also
provides services like Data integration, migration and quality check.

    About Sonata Software Limited

    Sonata Software, headquartered in Bangalore, India, is an IT consulting and software
services company delivering transformational IT solutions through customer specific
Centres of Excellence. Sonata serves Software Product Companies, and enterprises in the
Travel, Manufacturing, Retail and Distribution verticals across the globe. Its key service
lines include Business Intelligence and Analytics, Application Development Management
(ADM), Mobility, Cloud, Social Media, Testing, Enterprise Services (ERP and CRM), and
Infrastructure Management services. Sonata has strategic alliances with global technology
majors like Microsoft, SAP, IBM, Oracle, and HP to deliver innovative solutions.

       
            For further information, please contact:

            Swati Sengupta
        Sonata Software Limited
        A.P.S. Trust Building,
        Bull Temple Road, N.R. Colony
        Bangalore 560019, India
        Tel: +91-80-30971999
        swati.sengupta@sonata-software.com

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Mountain Dew® and Doritos® Brands Will Offer THOUSANDS of Microsoft Xbox One Systems through Biggest Gaming Promotion in Brand History

Promotion Kicks off in Fall 2013; Register for Updates Today at http://www.DEWandDORITOS.com

PURCHASE, N.Y. and PLANO, Texas, June 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Gaming fans in the U.S. will soon be able to experience the next level of play thanks to the biggest gaming promotion in Mountain Dew and Doritos brand history.

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This fall, celebrating a new generation of gaming, the Mountain Dew and Doritos brands will give fans the opportunity to get their hands on THOUSANDS of Xbox One consoles, the all-in-one gaming and entertainment system.

To get started, gaming enthusiasts can sign up now at DEWandDORITOS.com for updates.

"The Mountain Dew and Doritos brands are going to reward gamers in the biggest way possible this year with a variety of opportunities to get their hands on the new Xbox One," said Larry "Major Nelson" Hryb. "We'll be sharing more details throughout the summer, but rest assured that DEW and Doritos are creating something that is truly befitting of our epic new generation hardware."

Join the conversation on Twitter @mtn_dew and @Doritos #DEWDORITOSXBOX.

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

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

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

SOURCE  PepsiCo

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CONTACT: Jennifer Ryan, PepsiCo, 914.253.2308, jennifer.ryan@pepsico.com, Alexia Allina, Frito-Lay, 972.334.5664, Alexia.Allina@pepsico.com

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

LG And Ubitus Unleash Console-Quality Gaming Experience In Latest Smart TVs At E3

Live Demonstration at Ubitus Booth 217 of E3 2013 at Los Angeles Convention Center from June 11-13

LOS ANGELES, June 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics (LG) and Ubitus Inc., a worldwide technology leader in cloud gaming solutions, today announced at E3 that GameNow(TM) cloud gaming service will be available in the latest lineup of LG Smart TVs. Customers who purchase a new LG Smart TV model in the United States can start enjoying a rich library of AAA and massively multiplayer online (MMO) titles right away.

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GameNow turns LG Smart TV into a powerful game console, bringing consumers the video gaming experience previously unavailable on home TV units before. Without the hassle of loading discs, time-consuming downloads and long installation times, consumers can now play console-quality video games on demand, including blockbuster titles such as Street Fighter X Tekken and Batman: Arkham City that usually require high-end hardware to play.

"LG is constantly striving to bring consumers the best home entertainment experience possible directly through LG Smart TVs," said Richard Choi, senior vice president of the Smart Business Center at LG Electronics. "By utilizing GameNow gaming technology powered by Ubitus in our latest Smart TV lineup, our customers can enjoy blockbuster video games on demand without purchasing a dedicated gaming console."

"We are thrilled to team up with LG to make cloud gaming an integral part of the new consumer TV experience," said Wesley Kuo, CEO of Ubitus. "We believe consumers will be amazed at how effortless it is to enjoy console-quality games directly and instantly on their LG Smart TVs. Select, click and ready to play, just like the way they've been enjoying video-on-demand services."

A free beta trial of the GameNow service for high-end LG Smart TVs is now available at LG Smart World. The full GameNow service for the entire 2013 LG Smart TV lineup will be launched in the near future. For more information, please visit http://www.lg.com/us/smart-tvs and http://www.ugamenow.com.

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 87,000 people working in 113 offices 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 2013 ENERGY STAR(®) Partner of the Year. For more news and information on LG Electronics, please visit http://www.LGnewsroom.com.

About Ubitus Inc.
Ubitus Inc., the technology leader in deploying cloud-enabled rich media services, offers innovative cloud computing solutions for device manufacturers, wired/wireless communication service providers, telecommunication operators and digital content developers. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, the company now has over 200 employees and offices in United States, Japan, Korea and China.

SOURCE  LG Electronics, Inc.; Ubitus Inc.

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CONTACT: LG Electronics, Inc., +822-3777-3626, LGnews@lge.com; Ubitus Inc., +886-2-2717-6123, contact@ubitus.net

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

LG and Ubitus Unleash Console-Quality Gaming Experience in Latest Smart TVs at E3

Live Demonstration at Ubitus Booth 217 of E3 2013 at Los Angeles Convention Center from June 11-13

LOS ANGELES, June 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics (LG) and Ubitus Inc., a worldwide technology leader in cloud gaming solutions, today announced at E3 that GameNow(TM) cloud gaming service will be available in the latest lineup of LG Smart TVs. Customer who purchase a new LG Smart TV model in the United States can start enjoying rich library of AAA and massively multiplayer online (MMO) titles right away.

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GameNow turns LG Smart TV into a powerful game console, bringing consumers the video gaming experience previously unavailable on home TV units before. Without the hassle of loading discs, time-consuming downloads and long installation times, consumers can now play console-quality video games on demand, including blockbuster titles such as Street Fighter X Tekken and Batman: Arkham City that usually require high-end hardware to play.

"LG is constantly striving to bring consumers the best home entertainment experience possible directly through LG Smart TVs," said Richard Choi, senior vice president of the Smart Business Center at LG Electronics. "By utilizing GameNow gaming technology powered by Ubitus in our latest Smart TV lineup, our customers can enjoy blockbuster video games on demand without purchasing a dedicated gaming console."

"We are thrilled to team up with LG to make cloud gaming an integral part of the new consumer TV experience," said Wesley Kuo, CEO of Ubitus. "We believe consumers will be amazed at how effortless it is to enjoy console-quality games directly and instantly on their LG Smart TVs. Select, click and ready to play, just like the way they've been enjoying video-on-demand services."

A free beta trial of the GameNow service for high-end LG Smart TVs is now available at LG Smart World. The full GameNow service for the entire 2013 LG Smart TV lineup will be launched in the near future. For more information, please visit http://www.lg.com/us/smart-tvs and http://www.ugamenow.com.

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 87,000 people working in 113 offices 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 2013 ENERGY STAR(®) Partner of the Year. For more news and information on LG Electronics, please visit http://www.LGnewsroom.com.

About Ubitus Inc.

Ubitus Inc., the technology leader in deploying cloud-enabled rich media services, offers innovative cloud computing solutions for device manufacturers, wired/wireless communication service providers, telecommunication operators and digital content developers. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, the company now has over 200 employees and offices in the United States, Japan, South Korea and mainland China.

Media Contacts:

LG Electronics Inc.
+822-3777-3626
LGnews@lge.com

Ubitus Inc.
+886-2-2717-6123
contact@ubitus.net

SOURCE  Ubitus Inc.

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

C+P Cegano Smart Table Equipped with Integrated Qi Wireless Charging

CHICAGO, June 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The new C+P Furniture Systems Cegano Smart Table features integrated Qi wireless charging, according to recent announcements from the company. 

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Introduced at the NeoCon design expo and conference this week, the Cegano Smart Table features technology developed by Leggett & Platt and is the flagship product of C+P's Cegano series. The table is the latest addition to the growing Qi product ecosystem of mobile devices, wireless power accessories, wireless charging furniture, consumer electronics, and charging locations. With an installed base of over 15 million and more than 200 wireless charging products, Qi is the only wireless power solution directly integrated into flagship smartphones, furniture, and automobiles including the Toyota Avalon Limited, Toyota Prius, and Jeep Cherokee.

"Qi is the proven leader in wireless charging because its ecosystem of compatible products and charging locations is unmatched around the world," said WPC Chairman Menno Treffers. "Companies know that consumers love the convenience of Qi so we're going to see even more interesting products with Qi as a key feature."

The Cegano Smart Table integrates wireless charging by building Qi-compatible modules directly into the table top material including glass, corian, and wood veneers. To charge a Qi-compatible device, such as the Samsung Galaxy S4, Nokia Lumia 925, Google Nexus 4, or HTC Droid DNA, a user simply places it on the table. For those smartphones that do not yet have the Qi technology integrated into the device, the table is fitted with adaptor systems.  In addition to the Cegano Smart Table, C+P recently announced that the Prefino locker system also integrates Qi, which allows you to charge your Qi-enabled mobile device wirelessly when placed in the charging area.

Qi is backed by more than 140 leading companies of the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) such as, ConvenientPower, Energizer, HTC, LG, Leggett & Platt, Motorola, Nokia, Panasonic, Royal Philips, Samsung, Sony, Research in Motion, Texas Instruments, Toshiba, and Verizon Wireless. 

Qi is an open, fully flexible standard capable of evolving its technology with features like simultaneous multi-device charging and increased spatial freedom to offer the best user experience while maintaining backwards compatibility with all products that have the Qi logo. Qi devices enable wireless charging where consumers use it most - in their homes, workplaces, and cars.

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

About Qi and the Wireless Power Consortium

In December 2008 a group of leading consumer electronics companies created the Wireless Power Consortium to establish Qi as the interoperable global standard for wireless power. The more than 140 members of the WPC include ConvenientPower, Energizer, HTC, LG, Motorola, Nokia, Panasonic, Research In Motion, Royal Philips, Samsung, Sony, Texas Instruments, Toshiba, Verizon Wireless, and infrastructure such as wireless operators, furniture, and automotive parts companies.  As the leading wireless charging technology, Qi delivers the best user experience and has brought more than 200 new wireless charging products to market. Qi products are available in North America, South America, Asia, Europe, Africa, and Australia.

About C+P Furniture Systems

C+P Furniture Systems belongs to the Christmann & Pfeifer Group founded in 1925. The German manufacturer is a globally operating company with more than 700 employees in three plants. Its unique features include market leadership in steel furnishings and intelligent solutions for integrating technology into modern furniture. C+P produces furniture for almost all areas - for example the office, contract, conference room, changing room, bistro, storage room, workshop or laboratory. Its range of services includes the supply of single items to complete contract furnishings.

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CONTACT: Josh Schimel, +1-202-857-2208, josh.schimel@fleishman.com, or Taylor Helfer, +1-202-828-8818, taylor.helfer@fleishman.com

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

Introducing Bravo, the World's First Fully Waterproof and Shockproof Aluminum Case for iPhone 5

Ditch the rice. Get water protection down to two meters for your iPhone with style.

HONG KONG, June 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- iPhone 5 users can finally ditch the stale bag of rice in the pantry used to dry out cell phones. The new Bravo Case(TM) by Tigra Sport(®) makes sure your iPhone is well-protected against water, dust, dirt, mud, snow and impact at all times. And they do it with flair. Cheap plastic cases hide the iPhone's sleek look and feel. Old-style aluminum bumpers don't offer protection from water. Now with the Bravo Case(TM) by Tigra Sport(®), your phone is protected against shock and water.

The Bravo Case(TM) is waterproof down to two meters (6 feet), and can withstand the impact of a free fall from two meters on hard concrete floor at multiple angles. Having dimensions of 140.7mm x 72.4mm x 12.4mm (5.54" x 2.85" x 0.49"), it is one of the slimmest waterproof iPhone 5 cases in the market. Despite heavy protection, all phone features are accessible.

Each Bravo Case(TM) is CNC machined to a high degree of precision using aero-grade aluminum, which is then anodized into black or silver colors (more colors will be forthcoming). Each piece is carefully hand-assembled and thoroughly tested before shipping to consumers.

Most waterproof phone cases have the touchscreen protective membrane integrated into the case shell which hampers touch sensitivity. The screen protector of the Bravo Case(TM) is adhered onto the phone itself. This design minimizes the chance of having air bubbles trapped between the screen protector and the touchscreen. The screen protector is pressed against an O-ring on the front cover which, together with the phone itself, provides the rigidity to seal the case against water. Tigra Sport(®) has a pending patent on this design.

The Bravo Case(TM) can be easily assembled using seven screws. There is virtually no limit on the number of times you can lock your phone in and take it out. Concealed underneath the industrial look of the case is a lanyard loop, which adds functionality to the case. Each package comes with a full set of tools, a headphone conversion cable, lint-free cleaning cloth, spare screws and caps, as well as instructions in different languages.

The MSRP of the Bravo Case((TM)) is USD129.99.

The Bravo Case((TM)) is a product of Tigra Sport(®) which invites enquiries from distributors worldwide.

About Tigra Sport(®)

Tigra Sport(®) (http://www.tigrasport.com) is based in Hong Kong. Its main business is designing, manufacturing and marketing innovative accessories for sports enthusiasts to protect, power and play their smart devices, as well as use them to track performance in all tough outdoor conditions. It's highly successful BikeConsole((TM) )and BikeCharge((TM)) series have been marketed to over 20 countries worldwide.

* iPhone is the trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

High resolution images available upon request.

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Contact:
Timothy Ho, Tigra Sport
sales@tigrasport.com
Tel: (852)21510813
Fax: (852)21510814
http://www.tigrasport.com

This release was issued through The Xpress Press News Service, merging e-mail and satellite distribution technologies to reach business analysts and media outlets worldwide. For more information, visit http://www.XpressPress.com.

SOURCE  Tigra Sport

Tigra Sport

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

New Honeywell Wi-Fi Thermostat Helps Utilities Keep The Lights On And Save Customers Money

-- South Sioux City Is First Municipality to Implement New Wi-Fi Thermostat as Part of City-wide Effort to Cut Energy Consumption, Costs

-- Expands on Honeywell's 30+ Years of Working With Utilities on Energy Efficiency and Reliability Programs

MINNEAPOLIS, June 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Honeywell (NYSE: HON) today announced Total Connect Comfort with ADR, a new Wi-Fi-enabled thermostat for the home that also connects with a suite of utility technology and services to manage energy consumption. The solution helps consumers trim their electricity bills while enabling utilities to avoid brownouts and blackouts during summer's hottest days.

With this technology, utilities recruit homeowners to participate in programs to reduce their energy use when demand spikes, also known as automated demand response (ADR). Participating customers receive a Honeywell Wi-Fi programmable thermostat, valued at $150, installed in their home free of charge.

Using Honeywell's Total Connect Comfort app, the highest-rated thermostat application in both iTunes(®) and Google Play((TM)), homeowners can program and adjust their temperature and manage energy use from the living room couch or around the world with a smart phone or any Web-connected device. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimates that programmable thermostats can save the average homeowner nearly $200 on annual heating and cooling costs.((1))

For utilities, the Wi-Fi thermostat connects directly to smart grid technology developed by Honeywell's Akuacom business. The Akuacom software as a service (SaaS) creates secure, two-way communications between the utility and homes, which allows utilities to send messages directly to the thermostats to temporarily reduce home energy use when demand threatens grid stability, usually on the hottest days of the year. The Akuacom software makes the utilities' demand management programs more effective by ensuring their ability to reduce peak energy load.

South Sioux City, Neb., will be the first community to deploy the new thermostat to help manage electricity costs for its 13,000 residents, which have risen an average of 6 percent for the past three years. With occasional air conditioning cycling, the municipal utility can decrease the demand for energy and avoid potential power disruptions with minimal impact to homeowners' comfort.

The new thermostats are the cornerstone of a broader $5.4-million infrastructure improvement project with Honeywell, which is expected to help the city better track and manage energy use, stabilize electricity rates, and generate more than $800,000 in energy and operational savings each year.

"Honeywell has worked with utilities across the country for decades to help stabilize energy consumption. We have the energy technology, experience and are now layering on our reliable, easy-to-use Wi-Fi thermostats to make these programs a win-win for utilities and homeowners," said Paul Orzeske, president of Honeywell Building Solutions. "South Sioux City leaders and residents should be commended for their responsible, consumer-oriented approach to energy management. We hope many more utilities and cities follow their lead."

The South Sioux City program also includes installation of new electrical meters, an advanced metering infrastructure for the city and a new Honeywell-installed Wi-Fi network that will provide connectivity and communications for the upgrades, encrypted Wi-Fi for city emergency services, and support other city initiatives. Energy and operational savings from the program are intended to cover the costs of the work, so the improvements should not require additional funding or taxpayer dollars.

Honeywell has begun installing the new equipment and expects to complete all improvements by year's end.

With technology in more than 150 million homes, 10 million buildings and thousands of industrial sites around the world, Honeywell is a global leader in energy efficiency.

For more information, visit honeywellsmartgrid.com or follow HoneywellGrid on Twitter.

Honeywell (http://www.honeywell.com) is a Fortune 100 diversified technology and manufacturing leader, serving customers worldwide with aerospace products and services; control technologies for buildings, homes and industry; turbochargers; and performance materials. Based in Morris Township, N.J., Honeywell's shares are traded on the New York, London, and Chicago Stock Exchanges. For more news and information on Honeywell, please visit http://www.honeywellnow.com.

This release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. All statements, other than statements of fact, that address activities, events or developments that we or our management intend, expect, project, believe or anticipate will or may occur in the future are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are based on management's assumptions and assessments in light of past experience and trends, current conditions, expected future developments and other relevant factors. They are not guarantees of future performance, and actual results, developments and business decisions may differ from those envisaged by our forward-looking statements. Our forward-looking statements are also subject to risks and uncertainties, which can affect our performance in both the near- and long-term. We identify the principal risks and uncertainties that affect our performance in our Form 10-K and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

((1)) U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ENERGY STAR "Proper Use Guidelines for Programmable Thermostats" http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=thermostats.pr_thermostats_guidelines

    Mark Hamel               Aaron Parker

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SOURCE  Honeywell

Honeywell

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

Ruckus Wireless and Globalstar Complete First Testing of Unused RF Spectrum to Address Growing Wi-Fi Traffic Jam

The Combination of Terrestrial Low Power Service (TLPS) with Smart Wi-Fi Shows up to 5X Distance and up to 4X Capacity Increase Over Traditional Wi-Fi with No Impact on Surrounding Public Wi-Fi Networks

SUNNYVALE, Calif., June 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Ruckus Wireless, Inc. (NYSE: RKUS) and Globalstar, Inc., (OTCBB: GSAT) today announced the successful results of new Wi-Fi testing that used a combination of unlicensed spectrum in the Industrial Scientific Medical (ISM) band and Globalstar's licensed Mobile Satellite Services (MSS) spectrum. ISM radio bands, where most all public Wi-Fi traffic operates, are portions of the radio spectrum that have been reserved internationally for the use of radio frequency (RF) energy for purposes other than communications.

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All tests were performed within the 2.4 GHz band, using carrier-grade Smart Wi-Fi equipment manufactured by Ruckus Wireless, and existing smartphones that were enabled to operate over the new channel via a remote firmware upgrade. This new testing provides compelling proof of how quickly and dramatically Terrestrial Low Power Service (TLPS) can expand the nation's wireless capacity to address the looming exhaustion of existing Wi-Fi spectrum.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is currently freeing up satellite spectrum for terrestrial mobile broadband services to meet the ambitious goals of the National Broadband Plan. Former FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski has identified the "Wi-Fi Traffic Jam" as a critical problem that should be solved, saying: "As consumer adoption of wireless devices continues to soar, Wi-Fi congestion is becoming a critical problem for consumers and innovators."

"There's an insatiable demand for wireless capacity, whether in the licensed or unlicensed band," said Bart Burstein, Senior VP of Field Operations and Business Development for Ruckus Wireless. "The technical advances we have made in managing Wi-Fi signals to maximize performance enable us to support industry efforts, like those of Globalstar, to creatively help solve the wireless capacity crunch."

What is Terrestrial Low Power Service?

Globalstar's Terrestrial Low Power Service (TLPS) has been proposed to the FCC as a new 802.11-based service in the 2.4 GHz band that enables a privately managed extension to the 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi band using adjacent licensed spectrum to support mobile broadband applications throughout the United States.

TLPS is expected to be a licensed service that is readily compatible with existing 802.11-compliant Wi-Fi devices, offering data speeds and distances that are far superior to those currently existing on public Wi-Fi channels.

TLPS represents an opportunity for suppliers of carrier-grade access points capable of supporting channel 14 within the 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi frequency band to help eliminate the "critical problem" that former Chairman Genachowski identified.  TLPS will be part of a Globalstar's managed services offering, coordinated with its satellite services, and will utilize custom, carrier-grade access points to provide substantial 'Wi-Fi offload' capacity and a superior end user experience.

Testing Details

The Wi-Fi/TLPS testing, performed by Jarvinian, showed that combining Globalstar's unlicensed ISM bands with 802.11-compliant, adaptive antenna array technology from Ruckus results in a carrier-grade service that vastly exceeds the performance of conventional public Wi-Fi.  According to Jarvinian, Ruckus Smart Wi-Fi technology helped to significantly increase Wi-Fi performance and signal range within the managed channel (14) while providing a better method of managing co-channel interference between access points.

"We appreciate the work of the Federal Communications Commission's Office of Engineering and Technology in issuing the experimental licenses that we needed to test and prove the tremendous potential that this service holds for a mobile-driven public," said Jay Monroe, chairman and CEO of Globalstar. "The testing builds a robust measurable technical foundation for discussions with prospective equipment providers and service partners."

Ruckus Wireless played a key role in the success of the experiment. "The combination of the Ruckus Smart Wi-Fi equipment and TLPS exceeded expectations for distance and capacity while not interfering or degrading the existing traffic on traditional Wi-Fi channels," said John Dooley, managing partner and founder of Jarvinian. "Even in an indoor urban environment made difficult or otherwise unusable by spectral congestion, usable connections were established at 3-5x the distance of public Wi-Fi.  More critically, very high-speed connections were maintained much more uniformly and over significantly longer distances."

For more information on the Wi-Fi/TLPS testing, please visit: http://www.globalstar.com/en/ir/docs/Globalstar_Webinar_Presentation.pdf.

ABOUT RUCKUS WIRELESS
Headquartered in Sunnyvale, CA, Ruckus Wireless, Inc. (NYSE: RKUS) is a global supplier of advanced wireless systems for the rapidly expanding mobile Internet infrastructure market. The company offers a wide range of indoor and outdoor "Smart Wi-Fi" products to mobile carriers, broadband service providers, and corporate enterprises, and has approximately 24,400 end-customers worldwide. Ruckus technology addresses Wi-Fi capacity and coverage challenges caused by the ever-increasing amount of traffic on wireless networks due to accelerated adoption of mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. Ruckus invented and has patented state-of-the-art wireless voice, video, and data technology innovations, such as adaptive antenna arrays that extend signal range, increase client data rates, and avoid interference, providing consistent and reliable distribution of delay-sensitive multimedia content and services over standard 802.11 Wi-Fi. For more information, visit http://www.ruckuswireless.com.

Ruckus, and Ruckus Wireless are trademarks of Ruckus Wireless, Inc. in the United States and other countries. All other product or company names may be trademarks of their respective owners.

Media Contact
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Ruckus Wireless
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ESCORT Debuts Ultra-Fast PASSPORT® Max(TM) HD Radar Detector, Powered by Advanced Military Technology

Detector establishes three Speed Measurement Labs records, scanning for radar threats faster than 'the blink of an eye'

WEST CHESTER, Ohio, June 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Category leading innovator and holder of over 85% of radar patents, ESCORT Inc. (escortinc.com) raises the radar detector performance benchmark again with the release of its all-new High Definition PASSPORT(®) Max(TM) radar & laser detector. Using advanced military technology, PASSPORT Max(TM) delivers high definition performance with ultra-fast signal processing and unprecedented noise filtering. 

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"Our new PASSPORT Max(TM) is the best detector we have ever made," said John Larson, ESCORT President and CEO. 

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. 

PASSPORT Max(TM) establishes never before seen performance levels for radar and laser ticket protection. 

By designing PASSPORT Max(TM) around advanced military high speed digital signal processing (DSP) technology, ESCORT engineers have given PASSPORT Max(TM) the ability to search for threats fifty times faster than any other radar detector.  PASSPORT Max(TM) literally scans for radar threats faster than 'the blink of an eye' (a human eye blink takes several hundred milliseconds while PASSPORT Max(TM) scans signals more than twice as fast).   

This dramatic increase in speed delivers a corresponding leap in detection capability and range. 

In an advanced new product test overseen by the category's leading authority, Speed Measurement Labs (SML), PASSPORT Max(TM) established three new benchmarks for the detector category.  Setting new records for longest range, fastest response time and greatest sensitivity, PASSPORT Max(TM) displayed the best performance that SML had ever witnessed. 

"In 30 years of impartial testing, we haven't seen this level of reporting range or immediacy of alerts by any other radar detector," said Speed Measurement Labs President and CEO.

In one test, physicists used an extremely low powered radar gun to test sensitivity. Typically, detectors do not see this source beyond the one-mile mark but PASSPORT Max(TM)reported the same source from beyond seven miles! 

In another SML test, PASSPORT Max(TM)proved its extremely fast response time by alerting to measured test signals more than four times faster than any competitor detector ever tested. 

To determine how far PASSPORT Max(TM)could alert, SML engineers used the longest physical distance on the range. PASSPORT Max(TM)reported every gun, every signal, to more than fifteen miles (standard detector testing for the SML range ends at nine miles as detectors predictably cannot pick up such weak test signals). PASSPORT Max(TM)simply reported alerts from the longest distance ever tested. 

Additionally, high speed military DSP enables the PASSPORT Max(TM) to process signals with more than an order of magnitude increase in measured selectivity. An order of magnitude translates into a ten-fold increase in performance. This new level of selectivity, or intelligent signal analysis, is similar to the dramatic performance increase seen in forensics when technicians moved from fingerprint readings to the science of DNA analysis. 

PASSPORT Max(TM) 'sees' the DNA of every received signal, a technology that no other detector possesses. 

For drivers this means an entirely new level of signal information and awareness. PASSPORT Max(TM) filters the true alerts, those from radar guns, from unwanted false alerts, such as automatic door openers and motion sensors, that competitor radar detectors cry 'wolf' to over and over again.  PASSPORT Max(TM) reports with an accuracy that exceeds any other technology ever driven.

"...this is the best radar detector ever made," said leading industry analyst, Radar Roy.

PASSPORT Max(TM) also features a new high definition OLED (organic LED) multi-color graphics display. Drivers can choose up to four different colors for displaying critical driving information such as posted speed limits, over speed alerts, driving speed and more. 

The high speed DSP detector also includes ESCORT's patented GPS Location Awareness technology, which enables PASSPORT Max(TM) to alert to fixed position threats including red light and speed cameras, major speed traps and future threat technologies as they unfold. 

PASSPORT Max(TM) includes a mini-USB port for quick connection to the internet for software expansion, data base updates and more. With Internet connectivity, ESCORT engineers can always keep PASSPORT Max(TM) at the leading edge of detector performance.

PASSPORT Max(TM) is designed to connect with ESCORT's multi-award winning ESCORT Live(TM) ticket protection network. ESCORT Live(TM) helps customers drive smarter by dramatically increasing overall knowledge of their driving environment through threat and information sharing among networked drivers.

"As the category innovator, we simply keep pushing radar detector technology to new performance standards - PASSPORT Max(TM) establishes a completely new level of driving awareness and protection," said Tim Coomer, ESCORT Product Development Vice-president. "PASSPORT Max(TM) is the new best-in-class performance with record measured alert speed, record measured range and record measured selectivity for superior performance."

PASSPORT Max(TM) continues ESCORT's 30 plus year dominance of the radar detector category.

PASSPORT Max retails for $549.95 and is available factory direct. 

For more information on the new ESCORT PASSPORT Max(TM) HD Radar Detector, ESCORT Live(TM) ticket protection app and ESCORT's complete line of premium automotive products, visit ESCORTinc.com or, call the company direct at 800.433.3487.

About ESCORT Inc.
ESCORT Inc. is the leading manufacturer of high-performance radar and laser detectors, the patented ESCORT Live(TM) real-time ticket protection network, 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 manufactures products under the ESCORT, PASSPORT, Max, REDLINE, SOLO, Vector and BELTRONICS brands. The company is headquartered in West Chester, Ohio, with its principal manufacturing facility located in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada.

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513.870.8500 
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Callaway Golf And Uber Partner To Bring On-demand Drivers To The US Open

Uber App Connects US Open Patrons with Callaway Branded Vehicles To and From Merion Golf Club

CARLSBAD, Calif., June 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The world's most socially engaged golf brand has partnered with one of the hottest technology companies on a mobile app experience that will allow US Open patrons to request an on-demand ride to and from the tournament site at Merion Golf Club in Ardmore, Pennsylvania. Callaway Golf Company (NYSE: ELY) and Uber Technologies will service golf fans with a social and technology-centered approach during the US Open, Thursday, June 13 through Sunday, June 16.

The Uber app connects people with professional drivers, delivering a convenient, on-the-go transportation solution. Using a smartphone and real-time GPS technology, golf fans in the Philadelphia area will be able to access Callaway branded SUVs within the standard Uber app during the US Open. A dedicated, in-app information screen designed for the US Open will lead fans to the "#MyCallawayDriver" ride option, where they can request transportation to and from Merion Golf Club East Course from within the Philadelphia area.There will be no cost for the Callaway ride option.

"How golfers experience golf companies has changed considerably," said Harry Arnett, SVP, Marketing, Callaway Golf. "They are now more directly connected with individuals at equipment companies, with Tour professionals and with the Pro at their local course. Working with Uber on a social, technology-driven and fun program -- that also provides utility to golf fans -- is an example of how Callaway continues to focus particularly on the out of home experience with golfers in our ongoing commitment to be the most engaged experiential brand in golf."

US Open fans who catch a ride through the Callaway and Uber #MyCallawayDriver partnership will receive a limited edition collector's coin designed by Callaway Golf. Those who tweet a photo of their experience to @CallawayGolf and @Uber_Philly, and include the hashtag #MyCallawayDriver will be entered to win a red, white and blue Odyssey® Versa® #7 Putter. Callaway and Uber will also distribute 2,000 co-branded, new user gift cards in the Philadelphia area with a promotional code valued at $20 off a first Uber ride. And anyone who is new to Uber can sign up and receive a first free ride up to $20 using the promotional code "CALLAWAYUBER".

The Callaway ride option will be available from 7AM to 5PM EDT.

For Callaway, the partnership with Uber comes on the heels of a professional networking campaign for golfers on LinkedIn called Hit the Links. Several months ago Callaway introduced its RAZR Fit Xtreme®Driver with a Twitter-based product unveiling that used real-time social conversation to unlock content, marking a first for the golf industry. The company's Holiday Hit the Pin sweepstakes on Pinterest encouraged golfers to create a board with their dream bag of Callaway® clubs.

About Callaway Golf
Through an unwavering commitment to innovation, Callaway Golf Company (NYSE:ELY) creates products designed to make every golfer a better golfer. Callaway Golf Company manufactures and sells golf clubs and golf balls, and sells golf accessories under the Callaway Golf® and Odyssey® brands worldwide. For more information please visit http://www.callawaygolf.com or shop.callawaygolf.com.

About Uber
Uber Technologies, Inc., is a venture-funded technology company based in San Francisco.  The Uber mobile app connects users seeking rides with professional drivers, creating a luxury transportation experience. The company was founded by Travis Kalanick and Garrett Camp in 2009, was rated Fast Company's "2013 Most Innovative Company in Mobile," and has rapidly expanded to more than 30 cities internationally today.  For more on Uber, visit http://www.uber.com.

CONTACT:

Scott Goryl
Callaway Golf Company
Scott.Goryl@CallawayGolf.com

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Polk Makes E3 Debut with Sound Bar and Headphones Customized for Xbox One

Spectacular Audio Unleashes the Rich, Complex Sounds of Gaming

LOS ANGELES, June 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Polk, a high-performance audio brand with 40 years of sound, engineering and design excellence, is making its debut at E3 with three new products custom engineered to immerse gamers in the fantastic worlds of driving, First Person Shooter (FPS) and other games. The N1 sound bar and 4 Shot gaming headphone were developed in collaboration with Microsoft and optimized to deliver audio finely-tuned to the new Xbox One experience. The 133t headphone was designed specifically for game play and entertainment using the Xbox 360 console.

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The N1 sound bar is engineered with custom audio settings that reveal more of a game's reality than ever heard before. Polk engineers considered the profoundly complex audio of games, including music, ambient details, special effects and dialogue, as well as the unique audio associated with different types of games, to develop four immersion modes for a tailored and immersive listening experience. Gamers can select FPS or Racer modes during game play, or choose Cinema or Music when using the Xbox One for entertainment outside of gaming. The audio perfection of the N1 sound bar is matched by its simple and upscale design that complements the Xbox One's new place at the heart of the living room. Available this fall in black on black and vanilla with contrasting wood, the sound bar is an understated audio powerhouse that will reveal new layers of complex and stunning sound.                     

For a more personal but equally immersive gaming experience, Polk engineers created two new headphones to deliver individualized audio unparalleled in the category. The 4 Shot for Xbox One and 133t for Xbox 360 pack 40 years of Polk expertise in high-end home speaker technology into a lightweight and ergonomic design for a sonic performance that takes listeners deeper into any game. A near-field microphone allows users to chat with other gamers or take calls, while a spring steel headband and pivoting ear cups combine for an effortless and sophisticated fit and feel. The design and included control cable also make the 133t and 4 Shot perfect for daily non-gaming use. Planned for a Q4 release, the headphones will come in desert white, nova blue, and ink black.

"Polk brings a reputation for product excellence and a passion for sound that makes them an ideal collaborative partner for innovating new audio accessories for the Xbox One and Xbox 360," said Branden Powell, Microsoft director of strategic alliances. "These new products are customized for all-in-one entertainment and will immerse users in brilliant sound, whether they are using the console to play a game, watch TV or a movie, or listen to music."

Mark Suskind, vice president of product line development at Polk, helped lead the team of N1, 4 Shot, and 133t engineers and played an integral role in the collaboration with Microsoft. "The transformation of the gaming console into an entertainment portal for the entire family presented an opportunity to innovate new audio products that could deliver a listening experience to match the lavish visual worlds of today's games and movies," Suskind stated. "The N1 sound bar and 4 Shot and 133t headphones create a soundstage that goes far beyond the physical products and allow gamers to experience these fantastic virtual worlds in an entirely new way."

Polk products for the Xbox One will be officially launched and on display at E3 on June 11-13 at the Polk booth (#4016 in the West Hall). Full product demonstrations and engineer interviews are available with an appointment. Please contact soundunited@formulapr.com or call 619.234.0345 to schedule a time. For more information about the Polk brand and its other sound solutions, please visit http://www.polkaudio.com.

About Polk
Polk (http://www.polkaudio.com) is an award-winning designer and manufacturer of high performance audio products and the largest audio brand of Sound United. Founded in 1972, Polk is the market share leader in premium Home Theater speakers in North America, and is a leading manufacturer of sound bars, headphones, wireless speakers, mobile and marine speakers and amplifiers, and other high performance audio products. For more information on Sound United and its brands, visit http://www.soundunited.com

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RRsat to Distribute MiCasa Network to North America, Mexico and Central America

Solution Will Enable MiCasa Network to Reach More Than 50 Million Households in the U.S., Canada, Mexico and Central America

AIRPORT CITY BUSINESS PARK, Israel, June 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    RRsat Global Communications Network Ltd [http://www.rrsat.com ]. (NASDAQ: RRST), a
leading provider of comprehensive digital content management and global distribution
services to the television and radio broadcasting industry, announced today that it will
distribute the MiCasa Network, a new provider of bilingual and bicultural entertainment
and music programming for Hispanic and Latino communities in the U.S., to thousands of
cable head-ends across the US, Canada, Mexico and Central America. According to the
long-term agreement signed today with the MCB Network Corp [http://www.mcbntv.com ], which
broadcasts the MiCasa Network, RRsat will begin distributing the channel on July 1, 2013.

    The goal of the agreement is to enable viewers throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexico,
and Central America to access MiCasa's programming. The RRsat broadcast solution for
MiCasa Network utilizes a dedicated fiber that connects MCB Network's Houston, Texas
studio to RRsat facilities in Hawley, Pennsylvania. From the Hawley facility, the channel
is uplinked to RRsat's C-band platform on the Galaxy 23 satellite positioned over North
America, enabling MiCasa to reach thousands of cable head-ends, which serve over 50
million households throughout North and Central America, Canada and Mexico.

    Johnathan Gwyn, Chief Executive Officer of MCB Network Corp, said, "We are committed
to bringing the MiCasa Network to all corners of the globe and becoming the best Hispanic
American network in the world. We are excited to be working with RRsat, which offers
comprehensive distribution solutions that can help us achieve that goal."

    "Increasingly, networks are looking to target viewers around the world, rather than in
specific countries, and RRsat is pleased that MCB Network chose to partner with us to
achieve this important goal," said Ohad Har-Lev, President RRsat America Global
Communications Network Inc. "We are committed to helping MCB bring the MiCasa Network to
millions of viewers in the United States, Central America and beyond using RRsat
solutions.We look forward to working with MCB Network Corp to help them maximize the
number of viewers they reach worldwide with high quality broadcasts."

    About MCB Network Corp

    MCB Network Corp, broadcasting as MiCasa Network, will be a leading source for
bilingual and bicultural entertainment and music for Hispanics and Latinos. The network
will air national and international bilingual sitcoms, music, interview shows, standup
comedy and cinematic features. MCBN also produces original programming in its Houston,
Texas studio. MiCasa Network offers family-friendly programming that touches the heart and
soul of Hispanic Americans in urban and rural markets. With U.S. Hispanic buying power
nearing $1.3 trillion, this market is the new entertainment frontier. It is MCBN's goal to
capitalize on this major opportunity and to serve and represent this significant and
growing community. MCBN is currently negotiating agreements for distribution of the MiCasa
Network by many cable and satellite operators in the United States and Mexico.

    Visit the company's website http://www.mcbntv.com

    About RRsat Global Communications Network Ltd.

    RRsat Global Communications Network Ltd. (NASDAQ: RRST) provides global, end-to-end,
content management and distribution services to the rapidly expanding television and radio
broadcasting industries, covering more than 150 countries. Through its RRsat Global
Network, composed of satellite and terrestrial fiber optic capacity and the public
Internet, RRsat provides high-quality and flexible global distribution services 24/7 to
more than 630 channels reaching multiplatform operators, Internet TV and direct-to-home
viewers worldwide and also offers occasional use services for sports, news and events with
a fleet of flyaways and over 10 transportable satellite news gathering services (SNG)
units. More than 130 television and radio channels use RRsat's advanced production and
playout centers comprising comprehensive media asset management services. Visit the
company's website http://www.rrsat.com

    Information in this press release concerning MCB Network Corp is based on information
provided by MCB Network Corp and has not been independently verified by RRsat.

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acquired assets, (iii) the growth of our business in the United States and elsewhere,(iv)
the growth of our OU business, (v), our ability to build a stronger local presence in the
North American region (vi) our expectation to expand our client base and sell additional
services to our existing client base, and (vii) our ability to report future successes.
These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are
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details, please refer to our SEC filings and the amendments thereto, including our Annual
Report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2012 and our Current Reports on Form
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        Company Contact Information:
        Miki Hakak, Head of Marketing
        Tel: +972-3-9280808
        marketing@RRsat.com

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Sonata Software Certified as SAP Application Management Services Provider

BANGALORE, India, June 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    Sonata Software, an IT consulting and software services provider, today announced that
it has been certified by SAP AG as "SAP Certified in Application Management Services". As
an expert on SAP Application Management Services, Sonata assists its clients in
strengthening their competitive position by reducing total cost of ownership while
improving business performance through a multi-delivery service model, multi-channel
support options, large pool of resources and improved service efficiency.

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    "The certification complements Sonata's deep industry and technical expertise in
implementing and supporting SAP applications," said P.V.S.N. Raju, Senior Vice President,
Sonata Software. "Sonata's capabilities offers businesses an SLA-based support with
multiple delivery models to meet business requirements, and consolidates proven
methodologies and best practices to enable continuous quality improvement of services at
optimum costs," he added.

    The certification qualifies Sonata as one of the leading application management
service providers for SAP solutions that will help meet the quality and scope of work
requirements of its customers. Sonata was certified as a SAP AMS provider, after a
rigorous assessment and audit of its application management services delivery and support
capabilities, based on market standards and best-practices.

    As an SAP AMS certified partner Sonata can now support its clients on L1, L2 and L3
Tickets, by providing functional / technical support, offer incident/problem/change
request management services, Database and SAP application and user management services.

    Sonata is a partner of choice for Fortune 1000 enterprises, enabling their IT
transformation initiatives and this certification will help Sonata deliver greater
business value to its customers. Sonata's core value proposition is to enable customers to
achieve business transformation through setting up of customer-specific Centers of
Excellence to companies in Retail, CPG, Travel, and Manufacturing.

    Sonata is a Gold certified SAP Partner with a proven track record on SAP
Business-All-in-One implementations and ongoing support. It is also strategically
positioned as a key player in providing technology services and solutions around SAP
Mobility and SAP Business Analytics stack. Sonata's Center of Excellence for SAP also
provides services like Data integration, migration and quality check.

    About Sonata Software Limited

    Sonata Software, headquartered in Bangalore, India, is an IT consulting and software
services company delivering transformational IT solutions through customer specific
Centres of Excellence. Sonata serves Software Product Companies, and enterprises in the
Travel, Manufacturing, Retail and Distribution verticals across the globe. Its key service
lines include Business Intelligence and Analytics, Application Development Management
(ADM), Mobility, Cloud, Social Media, Testing, Enterprise Services (ERP and CRM), and
Infrastructure Management services. Sonata has strategic alliances with global technology
majors like Microsoft, SAP, IBM, Oracle, and HP to deliver innovative solutions.

       
            For further information, please contact:

            Swati Sengupta
        Sonata Software Limited
        A.P.S. Trust Building,
        Bull Temple Road, N.R. Colony
        Bangalore 560019, India
        Tel: +91-80-30971999
        swati.sengupta@sonata-software.com

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Fujitsu ARROWS Smartphones and Tablets Ship with Tuxera exFAT

HELSINKI and TOKYO, June 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    Delivers Top Performance for High Capacity 64GB SDXC Memory Cards

    Tuxera Inc., the market leader in file systems, announced today that Fujitsu
introduced Tuxera exFAT in its Fujitsu ARROWS smartphones and tablets. Fujitsu's Android
based devices, well regarded for their innovative features and usability, are continuing a
rapid expansion in the market. Integrated with Tuxera exFAT, Fujitsu devices now fully
support high-capacity 64GB SDXC memory cards.

    "Thanks to the Tuxera exFAT solution, Fujitsu models released in winter 2012 came with
integrated support for large capacity SDXC memory cards. From now on, ARROWS users can
easily handle large-sized content. Tuxera brings an added value to our products and we are
looking forward to a long-term business relationship with them." said Takehiko Minowa,
Vice President of Platform Development Center, Mobile Phones Unit at Fujitsu.

    After straightforward integration Tuxera's solutions guarantee problem-free access to
the latest storage standards and innovations. Tuxera file systems allow users to enjoy
full interoperability for any SD, SDHC, SDXC memory card, USB on-the-go memory stick and
hard drive with no file or volume size limitations. Tuxera file systems are the only
solutions available that are fail-safe. They also incorporate Tuxera's proprietary
performance-enhancing technology that delivers the market's fastest read and write speeds.

    "Fujitsu is one of the most well-known and respected ICT companies in the world and we
are proud to work closely as their key underlying technology partner," said Kanae Kubota,
Director of Software Solutions at Tuxera. "This partnership is an important milestone for
us, and in line with Tuxera's increasing investments and commitment to the Japanese
market."

    About Tuxera: Tuxera is the leading provider of file systems that allow music,
pictures, videos and other content to be ported across mobiles, tablets, home
entertainment, consumer, industrial or any other electronics. Tuxera's industry-standard
file system solutions for Android, Linux, Mac OS X and other platforms have hundreds of
millions of installations. Close collaboration with industry leaders ensures reliable
compatibility and helps to set high standard in performance, low power use for embedded
and mobile solutions. For more information, please visit http://www.tuxera.com

       
        Contact
        Karolina Mosiadz
        PR & Marketing
        karolina@tuxera.com

Tuxera Inc

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Dragonfish Releases Bingo on iPad at Foxy Bingo

GIBRALTAR, June 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    Dragonfish, the independent B2B division of 888 Holdings Plc, is proud to announce the
launch of its bingo App for iPad at Foxy Bingo.

    Players can now enjoy the full suite of iOS bingo app anytime, anywhere. Initial
launch includes bingo 90 ball and Instant Games, with more games and features to follow.

    The Dragonfish bingo iPad app will be available to all online bingo partners who would
opt to seamlessly extend their offering to mobile. The app was first debuted on Foxy
Bingo, tobe followed by Costa Bingo and Moon Bingo and additional partners soon after.

    The Dragonfish platform powers successful operators such as Foxy Bingo, Costabingo,
Moonbingo, alongside 888's brands Winkbingo and 888Ladies.

    Yaniv Schwartz, SVP, Head of Dragonfish, commented:

    "We are excited to further extend our award-wining bingo platform into mobile . This
is another step in delivering a great experience to our partners and players by enabling
them to access bingo throughout all internet devices. This development will lift our
partners to even greater heights. Not only do we now offer the largest Bingo Network, but
we also ensure it is accessible to players anywhere, anytime."

    About Dragonfish

       
        - Dragonfish is the brand name for 888 Holdings Plc's B2B business and is a
          separate division within 888
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