Epic-Scents Teams Up with Sega® for a Fresh Idea!
DANBURY, Conn., May 30, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Epic-Scents, the creative powerhouse behind last year's Mega Man(TM) Scent Blasters, announced today that they are partnering with Sega(®) for a new product line.
Epic-Scents Mega Man(TM) product line premiered at New York Comic Con last Fall, where fans, corporate buyers, and brand managers took note of the consistent traffic and activity at the Epic-Scents booth.
Jim Kavanaugh, Project Director for Epic-Scents commented: "We're excited to join forces with Sega(®)to develop proprietary scents for their brands." Without disclosing precise details of the products, the "air care" products are due to launch in June 2013.
Mega Man Scent Blasters are currently available through ThinkGeek.com and other leading retailers. More information can be found on the website: http://www.epic-scents.com.
ABOUT EPIC-SCENTS:
At Epic-Scents, we develop sophisticated fragrances that bring your favorite characters and brands to life. We tie these fragrances with dynamic artwork, creating affordable functional merchandise that adds excitement and a pleasant aroma to your everyday environments. We use only the highest quality materials and are proud that all our products are manufactured in the USA.
About SEGA(®) of America, Inc.:
SEGA(®) of America, Inc. is the American arm of Tokyo, Japan-based SEGA(®) Corporation, a worldwide leader in interactive entertainment both inside and outside the home. The company develops, publishes and distributes interactive entertainment software products for a variety of hardware platforms including Windows PC, wireless devices, and those manufactured by Nintendo, Microsoft and Sony Computer Entertainment. SEGA(®) of America's Web site is located at http://www.sega.com.
DataCash and Redecard Launch the Most Comprehensive eCommerce Solution in Brazil
LONDON, May 30, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
Redecard takes advantage of DataCash's dynamic and flexible white label payment
services to meet the specific needs of the Brazilian market
Global payments solution provider, DataCash [http://www.datacash.com ], a MasterCard
company, today announces that it is partnering with Redecard to provide the most complete
eCommerce solution in Brazil, E-commerce Redecard. The partnership will result in a state
of the art payment solution for merchants across the entire Brazilian market.
DataCash is providing Redecard with its secure and highly resilient payment gateway to
ensure that Redecard's merchants are able to provide consumers with an efficient and
convenient payment experience. DataCash connects multiple suppliers to its payment
platform, simplifying the payment process and facilitating interconnections between
merchants, issuing banks and Redecard itself.
Redecard is a subsidiary of Itau, the largest bank in Latin America and one of the
largest banks globally. Itau employs over 96,000 people and has businesses across the
Americas, Asia, Middle East and Europe. In 2012 Itau's net income was around US$7 billion.
"We have over a million clients who see us as a synonym for tradition and cutting edge
technology in payment methods. We will bring all of this experience to the 'online world'
to address all of the challenges and demands this market presents," said Marcelo Kopel,
Redecard's Executive Director.
The product offers advanced connectivity, linking various suppliers in the payment
transaction via a single, secure and highly resilient platform. This means that merchants
who adopt E-commerce Redecard will benefit from a single system which enables them to
accept and process a wide range of payment methods, including both national and
international credit and debit cards as well as Boleto Bancario, all backed up with fraud
prevention tools and a transaction management system.
"The Brazilian market is one of the world's most rapidly growing eCommerce markets,"
said Ajay Bhalla, president at DataCash. "DataCash's payment gateway not only meets
Redecard's specific need for a platform that can process payments from multiple sources,
but also has the flexibility to up-scale as Redecard further expands its footprint in
Brazil. Ultimately this flexibility can be offered to merchants, ensuring they are able to
meet the growing demands of the end consumer to transform the digital payments
experience."
About DataCash
Founded in 1996, DataCash Group Ltd (part of MasterCard Incorporated) provides
multi-channel global payment processing services and advanced fraud prevention and risk
management solutions to merchants and banks. As a global partner to some of the world's
most recognisable brands in the gaming, travel, retail and finance sectors, DataCash
combines smart thinking and an end-to-end solution to help its customers transcend the
complexities and expense associated with payment processing. Advanced technology from
DataCash enables customers to accept and process payments in over 177 currencies, from
over 45 brands across e-commerce, m-commerce channels and cardholder present channels -
with the security and confidence of tools tailored to meet exacting and expanding business
needs. DataCash customers protect their brand and reputation, enhance end-user experience
and capitalise on new global market opportunities.
About Redecard
Redecard, part of the Itau Unibanco group, is one of the leading accreditation
companies on the Brazilian market. Its activities include accreditation as well as
capturing, transmitting, processing and settling debit and credit card transactions. The
company also offers its clients prepayment for receivables, terminal (POS) rental,
terminal (POS) check verification, as well as capturing and processing services for
benefit cards (Voucher) and store cards (Private Label).
DataCash
CONTACT: PRESS Contact: Simon Chan, Edelman for DataCash, simon.chan@edelman.com, +44(0)20-3047-2433
RED BANK, New Jersey, May 30, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
Parents can make messages huggable with MessagePetz Teddy Bear
MessagePetz, the Wi-Fi-enabled smart Teddy Bears, have launched on crowd-funding site
Kickstarter with early "bear" specials starting from $89. MessagePetz is a huggable, soft
Teddy Bear that allows parents and children to communicate whilst they're apart via Wi-Fi
messaging.
MessagePetz is hoping to raise $45,000 in funding on Kickstarter, where people can
"back" the project to receive their own MessagePetz Teddy Bear. Parents are able to send
their child's MessagePetz Bear a 'hug', a 'kiss', an 'I love you' or a personalized
message from the free companion app on their smartphone. The Bear's LED heart lights up to
let them know you're in touch and displays the message on the Bear's screen, no matter
where you are in the world.
Glenn Jones, Co-Founder and CEO, explains: "Families want to stay in touch and
messaging apps are very popular, but parents have concerns about when to give their
children smartphones. We've created a huggable messaging platform for kids four years old
and up that is fun, private, safe and secure that solves that problem. Kids instead can
send and receive messages with our Teddy Bear - no smartphone required."
Simply by hugging their MessagePetz, your child lets you know they've received your
message and can automatically reply without the need of a smartphone. Custom replies from
your child can be written in advance such as 'Peter loves you too!', and older children
can use the free iPhone app or MessagePetz iPad app to compose custom replies. Your
special Teddy Bear could also be perfect for you and your partner if you have to spend
time apart.
The MessagePetz Bear:
- Is available for early backers at $89
- Suitable for ages 4+
- Is 21 inches tall, made from soft plush textiles
- Is powered by a re-chargeable Lithium-ion battery
- The Bear itself does not need a SIM card, the person sending the message needs
a phone with a SIM
- Is supported by the free MessagePetz smartphone and iPad apps, available on
iPhone. A native Android app will also be released later this year
- The MessagePetz apps are private, so only your loved ones can send and receive
messages. MessagePetz privacy and security standards are COPPA compliant
- Multiple MessagePetz Teddy Bears can be associated with one MessagePetz family
account - so suitable for larger families
MessagePetz focuses on revolutionizing the way parents and children are able to
communicate. Their aim is to provide richer and deeper family connections in a modern
world where people often have to be away from their families.
MessagePetz is located in New Jersey, USA, and was founded in January 2013 by Glenn
Jones and King Becerra. Combined they have nearly 40 years of IT experience.
Flash Networks Analysis Reveals that Tablet Users are Twice as Likely to Shop Online as Smartphone Users
Smartphones are the preferred device for social networking
HERZLIA, Israel, May 30, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
Flash Networks, the leading provider of mobile Internet optimization and monetization
solutions, announced today that based on an analysis of identifiable mobile data traffic
from their installed customer base, tablet users are more likely to shop online and browse
news sites than smartphone users. The findings were based on mobile Internet traffic data
retrieved from operators in Western Europe and Asia during March of 2013.
Based on Harmony Analytics, Flash Networks discovered that people who browse on
tablets are twice as likely to go to shopping sites, and three times more likely to browse
news sites than people who browse on smartphones. Conversely, those who browse on
smartphones are more than twice as likely as tablet users to engage in social networking
activity, such as Facebook and LinkedIn.
This research suggests that although tablets are also a mobile device, consumers tend
to behave more like PC users than smartphone users when they browse and engage with
shopping and news sites. Yet, when it comes to checking in and updating social networks,
subscribers are more likely to do so on the move, using a smaller device.
Flash Networks collected this data using Harmony Analytics which provides the ability
to drill down and analyze traffic based on devices, domain, bearer (e.g. 3G, 4G), data
plan (e.g. prepaid, postpaid), application, or any combination of these factors. This
analysis is helpful for identifying browsing behavior for advertisers to monetize the
mobile Internet.
"We are continuously evolving our analytics to help operators have a greater
understanding of application level trends and subscriber behavior," said Merav Bahat, Vice
President of Marketing and Business Development at Flash Networks. "Mobile operators are
currently in a position to share valuable information about subscriber preferences that
can unlock the key to realizing the potential of mobile advertising."
About Flash Networks
Flash Networks, the leading provider of mobile Internet optimization and monetization
solutions, enables operators to provide exceptional quality of experience, reduce network
operational expenses, and monetize the mobile Internet. With in-depth traffic analytics
and user insight, Flash Networks' Harmony Mobile Internet Services Gateway helps operators
manage the explosion of mobile data traffic while generating revenues by offering
personalized and targeted content.
With offices in North America, Europe, Latin America, and Asia, Flash Networks
services over 500 million subscribers daily and is proud to count among its customers
top-tier mobile carriers including Orange, Verizon Wireless, SingTel Group, MTS, T-Mobile,
South Korea Telecom, M1, and Telekom Austria Group. For more information, visit http://www.flashnetworks.com.
SMIC's 2013 Advanced Technology Workshop Held in Shanghai Focusing on 40nm and 28nm Technology Offerings
SHANGHAI, May 30, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation ("SMIC"; NYSE: SMI; SEHK: 981), mainland China's largest and most advanced semiconductor foundry, held its 2013, also the 5th, advanced technology workshop in Shanghai today. The workshop offered 40nm and 28nm IP and design solutions, and provided customers a chance for direct communication to promote technological innovation and cooperation. John Peng, Vice President and General Manager of SMIC's China Business Unit, mentioned in the opening speech that SMIC's 28nm will be ready for new tape-out in 2013, and its 20/14nm development is in preparation. Peng also addressed the importance of the China market and its growing share of SMIC's business. In addition, Tianshen Tang, Senior Vice President of SMIC Design Service, introduced SMIC's 40nm and 28nm technology and IP development roadmap to give insight on SMIC's value-added technologies and services. The workshop showcased SMIC's most up-to-date technology achievements on 40nm and 28nm, 40nm design and tape-out methodologies, eNVM platform for China market, SMIC foundation IP and special IP platforms, SMIC RF spice model and PDK introduction, and more.
The workshop focused on 40nm and 28nm advanced nodes, with more than 200 invited senior IC design engineers in attendance. Executives and representatives from ARM, Ansys/Apache, BriteSemi, Cadence, Mentor Graphics, Innosilicon, Synopsys, and other SMIC partners also gave presentations on their IP offerings, design solutions, and application platforms.
Peng marked the end of the event by thanking the attendees for their continued support and expressing SMIC's commitment to working closely with its customers to achieve further success.
The workshop also featured an exhibition with SMIC partners displaying their products and services, including libraries and IP, EDA tools, and design services.
About SMIC
Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation ("SMIC"; NYSE: SMI; SEHK: 981) is one of the leading semiconductor foundries in the world and the largest and most advanced foundry in mainland China, providing integrated circuit (IC) foundry and technology services at 0.35-micron to 40-nanometer. Headquartered in Shanghai, China, SMIC has a 300mm wafer fabrication facility (fab) and a 200mm mega-fab in Shanghai, a 300mm mega-fab in Beijing, a 200mm fab in Tianjin, and a 200mm fab project under development in Shenzhen. SMIC also has customer service and marketing offices in the U.S., Europe, Japan, and Taiwan, and a representative office in Hong Kong.
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Aegis Recognized as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Customer Care BPO Services 2013 Vendor Analysis
DALLAS and MUMBAI, India, May 30, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
Aegis Limited, a leading outsourcing and technology services company and part of the
USD 27 billion conglomerate Essar, today announced that it has been recognized as a leader
in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Customer Care BPO Services 2013 Vendor Analysis -
Leveraging the Four Pillars to Modernize Customer Experience (doc #240710, April 2013).
IDC MarketScape measures key strategy of service provider success across two primary
categories - capabilities and strategies.
This vendor assessment report for the customer care BPO services market represents
IDC's opinion on vendors which are well positioned today through current capabilities and
which are best positioned to gain market share over the next few years. IDC highlights
Aegis' diversified vertical portfolio and customer experience led approach as the key
strengths that position Aegis as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape study.
"We are pleased that IDC has recognized our areas of strength and identified us as a
Global Leader," said Sandip Sen, Global CEO, Aegis Limited. "Our strategic investments in
building deep industry expertise and transformational capabilities have been instrumental
in our success. Aegis is committed to building on a tremendous momentum to continue to
offer innovative services for our clients, drawing upon our global network of contact
centers and unique combination of high-touch experience services."
"Aegis' vertical diversification and dedication to customer experience were two major
highlights that contributed to its ranking as a Leader in the MarketScape. The AegisLISAn
social customer care offering stood out as a differentiator, as this solution deeply
impacts Aegis' clients' customer experience," said Melissa O'Brien, Research Analyst, IDC
Customer Care BPO.
Aegis has made some significant investment in customer experience management through
its partnership with COPC, Multi-Channel integrated offering and Experience centers. These
innovations enable clients to peek into the contact center of the future and get an
understanding of end customers experience and brand perception.
About IDC MarketScape:
IDC MarketScape vendor analysis model is designed to provide an overview of the
competitive fitness of IT, telecommunications, or industry-specific suppliers in a given
market. The research methodology utilizes a rigorous scoring methodology based on both
qualitative and quantitative criteria that results in a single graphical illustration of
each vendor's position within a given market. IDC MarketScape provides a clear framework
in which the product and service offerings, capabilities and strategies, and current and
future market success factors of IT, telecommunications, or industry-specific vendors can
be meaningfully compared. The framework also provides technology buyers with a transparent
foundation to allow companies to independently compare the strengths and weaknesses of
current and prospective vendors.
About Aegis
Aegis is a global outsourcing and technology company committed to impacting clients'
business outcomes by focusing on enhancing customer experience across all touch points and
channels. Aegis was founded 30 years ago in the US and now has operations in 56 locations
across 13 countries with more than 55,000 employees. Aegis services over 300 clients from
verticals such as Banking and Financial Services, Insurance, Technology, Telecom,
Healthcare, Travel & Hospitality, Consumer Goods, Retail, and Energy & Utilities. The
company is wholly owned by Essar, a USD 27 billion conglomerate. For more information
write to us at info@aegisglobal.com or visit http://www.aegisglobal.com
About Essar
Essar is a multinational conglomerate and a leading player in the sectors of Steel,
Energy, Infrastructure and Services. With operations in more than 25 countries across five
continents, the Group employs 75,000 people, with revenues of $27 billion.
Media Contacts
Essar media contacts
Manish Kedia, Senior VP Corporate Affairs
Essar Group
Phone: +91-98197-30092
Email: manish.kedia@essar.com
Help Give Dad the Title of "Greatest Dad" this Father's Day with an Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 500 Projector
Offering Larger-than-Life Indoor and Outdoor Entertainment Under $400, the Home Cinema 500 Will Make Any Dad the Neighborhood Hero
LONG BEACH, Calif., May 30, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- A new tie, a fancy razor, or even quirky gadgets are respectable Father's Day gift ideas. But this year, Epson thinks Father's Day should be a year-long celebration of epic proportions that lets Dad bring family and friends together for a larger-than-life experience with the affordable Epson(®) PowerLite(®) Home Cinema 500 3LCD projector. Whether hosting a neighborhood movie night or gearing up for a big-screen gaming event for kids of all ages, the versatile 3LCD Home Cinema 500 makes it easy to enjoy movies, videogames and sporting events on screens up to 300-inches wide (25 times larger than a 60-inch TV screen).
"As the saying goes, bigger is better, and as long as it isn't referring to Dad's ever-growing waistline, we completely agree," said Jason Palmer, marketing manager, Epson America. "Even if your dad isn't tech-savvy, the easy-to-use and setup Home Cinema 500 allows him to share the ultimate big-screen entertainment experience with family and friends without hurting the family budget."
Brilliant image quality requires high color brightness, and Epson 3LCD projectors have up to 3x Brighter Colors than leading 1-chip DLP projectors(1). Allowing Dad to harness 2,600 lumens of color brightness (color light output) and 2,600 lumens of white brightness(2), the Home Cinema 500 uses 3LCD, 3-chip technology for brilliant images with true-to-life color. The compact projector also features built-in set-up tools, a convenient HDMI input, and a 2W speaker with the ability to connect additional external speakers to make setup easier-than-ever for indoor and outdoor movie nights the entire neighborhood can enjoy. Simply plug in a Blu-ray(®) player, gaming console or streaming media player to play super-sized videogames or watch Dad's favorite flicks.
Availability and Support
The Epson Home Cinema 500 ($379) is available now through select retailers nationwide and the Epson online store. The projector comes with Epson's service and support, including a one-year limited warranty with toll-free access to Epson's PrivateLine(®) priority technical support, Epson Road Service(sm) program and 90-day limited lamp warranty.
About Epson
Epson is a global imaging and innovation leader whose product lineup ranges from inkjet printers and 3LCD projectors to sensors and other microdevices. Dedicated to exceeding the vision of its customers worldwide, Epson delivers customer value based on compact, energy-saving, and high-precision technologies in markets spanning enterprise and the home to commerce and industry.
Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the Epson Group comprises more than 81,000 employees in 97 companies around the world, and is proud of its ongoing contributions to the global environment and the communities in which it operates. Epson America, Inc. based in Long Beach, Calif. is Epson's regional headquarters for the U.S., Canada, and Latin America. To learn more about Epson, please visit: http://www.epson.com.
EPSON Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark, and Epson and PowerLite are registered trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation. PrivateLine is a registered trademark and Extra Care is a service mark of Epson America, Inc. All other product and brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks.
((1 ))Compared to leading 1-chip DLP Home Entertainment Projectors. Epson 720p projectors are 3x Brighter; Epson 1080p projectors are consistently 2x and up to 3x Brighter. Based on NPD data, July 2011 through June 2012. Color brightness (color light output) measured in accordance with IDMS 15.4. Color brightness will vary depending on usage conditions.
(2) Color brightness (color light output) and white brightness (white light output) will vary depending on usage conditions. Color light output measured in accordance with IDMS 15.4; white light output measured in accordance with ISO 21118
CONTACT: Caroline Zubieta of Epson America, Inc., +1-566-290-4026, caroline_zubieta@ea.epson.com, or Natalie Pridham of Walt & Company, +1-408-369-7200 x2976, npridham@walt.com
RS Components Stocks Amphenol HD-BNC(TM) Family to Deliver High-Density Connectivity for High Definition Requirements
Compact connector footprint enables fourfold increase in interconnects to provide reduced equipment size and weight in broadcast and other applications
With a footprint 51% smaller than traditional BNC connectors, and 40% smaller than DIN 1.0/2.3, the HD-BNC allows four times as many interconnects as the BNC, making it possible to reduce equipment size and weight in applications requiring high definition resolution, such as in broadcast and digital video (HDTV), as well as in network routing and switching.
This high-density connector delivers true 75 ohm impedance over a frequency range of 0-6GHz to provide higher performance over longer distances. Engineered to enhance electrical and mechanical performance, the HD-BNC features the trusted push and turn interface of a traditional BNC, providing tactile feedback and a positive lock for quick and guaranteed mating. The range meets and exceeds SMPTE 292M and 424M standards and offers full compatibility with traditional broadcast cables such as Belden, Times Fiber, Draka, and Image 360 and utilises the same crimping tools and cable preparations as standard BNC connectors.
RS Components and Allied Electronics are the trading brands of Electrocomponents plc, the world's leading high service distributor of electronics and maintenance products. With operations in 32 countries, we offer more than 550,000 products through the internet, catalogues and at trade counters to over one million customers, shipping around 44,000 parcels a day. Our products, sourced from 2,500 leading suppliers, include electronics, automation and control, test and measurement, electrical and mechanical components.
Electrocomponents is listed on the London Stock Exchange and in the last financial year ended 31 March 2013 had revenues of GBP1.24bn.
RS Components Stocks Amphenol HD-BNC(TM) Family to Deliver High-Density Connectivity for High Definition Requirements
Compact connector footprint enables fourfold increase in interconnects to provide reduced equipment size and weight in broadcast and other applications
With a footprint 51% smaller than traditional BNC connectors, and 40% smaller than DIN 1.0/2.3, the HD-BNC allows four times as many interconnects as the BNC, making it possible to reduce equipment size and weight in applications requiring high definition resolution, such as in broadcast and digital video (HDTV), as well as in network routing and switching.
This high-density connector delivers true 75 ohm impedance over a frequency range of 0-6GHz to provide higher performance over longer distances. Engineered to enhance electrical and mechanical performance, the HD-BNC features the trusted push and turn interface of a traditional BNC, providing tactile feedback and a positive lock for quick and guaranteed mating. The range meets and exceeds SMPTE 292M and 424M standards and offers full compatibility with traditional broadcast cables such as Belden, Times Fiber, Draka, and Image 360 and utilises the same crimping tools and cable preparations as standard BNC connectors.
RS Components and Allied Electronics are the trading brands of Electrocomponents plc, the world's leading high service distributor of electronics and maintenance products. With operations in 32 countries, we offer more than 550,000 products through the internet, catalogues and at trade counters to over one million customers, shipping around 44,000 parcels a day. Our products, sourced from 2,500 leading suppliers, include electronics, automation and control, test and measurement, electrical and mechanical components.
Electrocomponents is listed on the London Stock Exchange and in the last financial year ended 31 March 2013 had revenues of GBP1.24bn.
New Business-class Windows 8 Device Offers Performance of an Ultrabook With Convenience of a Tablet and the Ultimate Handwriting Experience
IRVINE, Calif., May 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Toshiba's Digital Products Division (DPD), a division of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc., today introduced the company's first Windows 8 device designed for business users, the Portege® Z10t Detachable Ultrabook(TM). The versatile Portege Z10t is an Ultrabook(TM) when needed and a tablet when wanted. Switch instantly between notebook and tablet by simply detaching the screen. Equipped with an 11.6-inch diagonal, Full HD, IPS anti-glare touchscreen display(1),( )the Portege Z10t is an ideal choice for on-the-go professionals looking for a single, versatile device that offers more screen real estate than most tablets, but all the same ultra-responsive performance of a laptop. The built in digitizer adds even more functionality for those who want to write and take notes on-screen. Ultra-slim, lightweight, encased in sleek style and dressed in durability with all the essential ports and security features, the Portege Z10t makes it easy to create, share or consume content anytime, anywhere. Powered by the latest Intel® Core(TM) processors(2) the device is equipped with all the business essential ports needed for a "dongle-free" experience, the Portege Z10t delivers excellent speed and performance - everything expected from a business-class Portege.
"The Portege Z10t is Toshiba's first computing device purpose-built from the ground up to deliver a more intuitive Windows 8 experience for business users," said Carl Pinto, vice president of marketing and product development, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc., Digital Products Division. "The Detachable Ultrabook form factor helps business users achieve new levels of productivity by giving them the portability they need and the flexibility to get work done and easily share information on the go, while satisfying the durability, security, and manageability needs of corporate IT departments."
Amazing Display Provides the Ultimate Handwriting Experience
The Portege Z10t features an 11.6-inch diagonal IPS Full HD display with Corning® Concore(TM) Glass and an anti-glare coating that also provides the most comfortable handwriting experience available on a touch device. With the included optimized pen and screen, writing on the Portege Z10t feels like writing on paper - perfect for note taking, drawing and signature capture. The device also features a secondary stylus in an integrated holder in the chassis of the display.
Built for Business with Durability, Security and Manageability in Mind
Reflecting on Toshiba's 10-year history building convertible PCs, the Portege Z10t features an Ultimate Silver casing crafted from a high-stiffness resin and a sturdy locking hinge mechanism that keeps the display soundly anchored when connected to the detachable keyboard. The detachable keyboard includes a touchpad with Windows 8 gesture support and Accupoint, and is LED backlit and spill-resistant.
Built for business, the Portege Z10t is equipped with Windows 8 Pro, however it also supports 32- and 64-bit versions of Windows 7. It can be configured with the latest Intel Core i5 or i7 processors that include Intel vPro(TM) technology, Active Management Technology (AMT) and Trusted Platform Module (TPM), ensuring that it can handle even the most demanding business tasks and can be easily managed and secured by IT departments. It also features fast start and resume times with Intel Rapid Start Technology, a speedy Solid State Drive(3) (128GB or 256GB) and 4GB 1600MHz DDR3 memory(4). The device is Intel Wireless Display Ready(5) and features HD front-facing and 3MP rear-facing cameras, ideal for virtual business meetings.
Lightweight and Dongle-free
The detachable tablet measures only 0.49-inches thin and boasts a super-mobile weight of just 1.91 pounds(6). As an Ultrabook, the device sports a slim-line profile and weighs only 3.24 pounds. The Portege Z10t also includes a full range of ports, providing a completely dongle-free experience. The detachable tablet features a full-size SD card slot, USB 3.0 and Micro HDMI® port, and an audio combo jack. The keyboard dock features full-size HDMI, RGB, LAN and USB 2.0 port. Finally, an optional cradle dock includes LAN, two USB 2.0 ports, a full-size HDMI port and a headphone jack.
Pricing and Availability
The Portege Z10t will be available for purchase through select Toshiba Preferred Partner Program resellers, e-tailers and directly at ToshibaDirect.com on May 29, 2013, starting at $1,499 MSRP(7).
Connect with Toshiba on Facebook at facebook.com/ToshibaUSA, on Twitter at twitter.com/ToshibaUSA and on YouTube at youtube.com/ToshibaUS.
About Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. (TAIS)
Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., TAIS is comprised of three business units: Digital Products Division, Imaging Systems Division, and Telecommunication Systems Division. Together, these divisions provide digital products, services and solutions, including industry-leading portable computers; televisions, TV/DVD Combination products, Blu-ray Disc(TM) and DVD products, and portable devices; imaging products for the security, medical and manufacturing markets; storage products for computers; and IP business telephone systems with unified communications, collaboration and mobility applications. TAIS provides sales, marketing and services for its wide range of products in the United States and Latin America. TAIS is an independent operating company owned by Toshiba America, Inc., a subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation. For more information on TAIS visit us.toshiba.com.
About Toshiba Corporation
Toshiba is a world-leading diversified manufacturer, solutions provider and marketer of advanced electronic and electrical products and systems. Toshiba Group brings innovation and imagination to a wide range of businesses: digital products, including LCD TVs, notebook PCs, retail solutions and MFPs; electronic devices, including semiconductors, storage products and materials; industrial and social infrastructure systems, including power generation systems, smart community solutions, medical systems and escalators & elevators; and home appliances. Toshiba was founded in 1875, and today operates a global network of more than 550 consolidated companies, with 202,000 employees worldwide and annual sales surpassing 6.1 trillion yen (US$74 billion). Visit Toshiba's web site at http://www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm.
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Chelshire, Inc Launches New Word Game, Fear Of Words
BETHPAGE, N.Y., May 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Chelshire, Inc, a game company based in New York, has just launched its new hit word game,Fear Of Words. The game app is now available on the Apple App Store and Google Play. The game shows the player three letters and their job is to turn those letters into words and make the most quick witted phrase. Then players vote on the most creative and gut-bustlingly funny phrase. The funnier your phrase, the more votes you get and the higher you move up in the rankings. If you are quick witted and like to goof around, then Fear Of Words is the game for you!
Three letters, millions of hilarious possibilities. Fear Of Words is a game of creativity.
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NanoTech Entertainment (NTEK) Announces Price And Availability Of Its New 4K Ultra High Definition Media Player And Distribution Service
Industry First 4K Ultra High Definition Experience Delivered Over Streaming Wi-Fi Network
SAN JOSE, Calif., May 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- NANOTECH ENTERTAINMENT (OTCPINK: NTEK) is announcing price and availability for its 4K Media Player, the Nuvola NP-1, and 4K Streaming Video service, NanoFlix UHD - both industry firsts. The new NP-1 Player will cost $299, the lowest price 4K player in the market, and will be available for order online and at retail beginning July 15, 2013.
"4K Ultra HD Televisions are just now starting to arrive in homes and are sure to bring an enhanced viewing experience of 4K to a whole new audience," said LX Rudis, NanoTech's Media Group, Senior VP of Development. "With 4K TVs able to deliver a vibrant and natural picture that is four-times clearer than high definition, users need a low cost solution for content delivery. Unlike other 4K players, our unit will work with any brand of Television and a variety of content delivery services. The availability of the Nuvola NP-1 will be followed in fall by our streaming 4K video distribution service that will demonstrate how NanoTech continues to lead the market in bringing the 4K entertainment experience to consumers."
This summer, consumers of 4K UHD TVs can purchase the Nuvola 4K Media Player bundled with 10 videos in true 4K resolution, 10 video games and 5 multimedia applications, for $299. In the fall of 2013, users of the same 4K Media Player will be given access to a fee-based streaming video distribution service, NanoFlix UHD, offering a library of 4K titles.
The Nuvola NP-1 4K Ultra HD Media player features an ARM Cortex-A7 Quad Core processor and a custom 3D GPU optimized for 4K video playback. The player uses the Android Operating System allowing for a complete entertainment experience. In addition to the ability to steam 4K content, users can play a variety of games and select from thousands of compatible Android apps that will be available at launch. Cinematic experiences are further enhanced as the player also supports UHD 3D Movies at a stunning resolution of 3840x1080 at 30 frames per second. The NP-1 ships with a standard IR remote. Also available is the optional Nuvola RP-10 RF remote that features a 3 axis motion sensor for game play, handheld mouse control, and a full QWERTY keyboard for fast and convenient on screen text entry.
NanoTech CEO Jeffrey A. Foley closed by saying, "We are extremely excited to be on the forefront of the 4K movement. We feel the Nuvola NP-1 will be a great success as it provides a complete entertainment solution at an affordable price. The NP-1 is the first in a line of affordable consumer devices that we are bringing to the market. Unlike the other 4K offerings, our products are two to four times less expensive while offering a much greater set of features, and are compatible with any Television set. Our product is also upgradeable and expandable featuring a variety of industry standard ports including SD, SATA, and USB connections that allow for the installation of an assortment of accessories, options and storage attachments. With the Nuvola NP-1 and associated streaming 4K service we truly feel that NanoTech represents the Future of Television."
The NanoTech Entertainment logo, Nuvola NP-1, Nuvola RP-10, NanoFlix, and NanoFlix UHD are trademarks of NanoTech Entertainment, Inc. All rights reserved. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. "The Future of Television" is a service mark of NanoTech Entertainment, Inc., All Rights Reserved
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Phone: (858) 381-4677
Email: chhansen@nanotechent.com
Casino Player Drops a Huge Online Jackpot at StanJames.com Casino
GIBRALTAR, May 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
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Supermicro(R) Announces X10 Server Building Blocks Supporting Intel(R) Haswell Processors
-- New Product Lines Support Future Intel(R) Xeon(R) Processor E3-1200 V3 and 4th Generation Intel(R) Core(TM) Processor Families
SAN JOSE, California, May 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ: SMCI), a global leader in high-performance, high-efficiency server, storage technology and green computing, today announced new X10 Motherboard and Server Building Block Solutions(R) that support Intel's highly anticipated future Xeon(R) processor E3-1200 V3 and 4th Generation Intel(R) Core(TM) processor families. Supermicro's uni-processor (UP) motherboard solutions combined with optimized chassis deliver customers the widest combination of solutions to build server solutions fitting any application requirement. When combined with Intel's coming processor microarchitecture based on 22nm 3-D Tri-Gate technology, Supermicro system solutions deliver higher performance with increased energy efficiency through improved system, cooling and power architectures.
"Supermicro is developing advanced server and storage solutions based on Intel's new processor technologies to deliver higher performance with increased energy efficiency," said Charles Liang, President and CEO of Supermicro. "These latest lines of motherboard and server building block solutions offer customers greater choices to grow their business. By leveraging our new one million square foot state-of-the-art facility in Taiwan, we are able to fulfill much higher volume demands worldwide and provide customers the best service with a time-to-market advantage."
Server Motherboards (Data Centers, Storage Solutions, Network Appliance, and Legacy Support)
-- High performance storage solution (X10SL7-F) for SNB, Datacenters, with 8x SAS2 6Gb/s, 2x SATA3 6Gb/s, Dual GbE LAN ports, USB 3.0, TPM headers, IPMI 2.0 with dedicated LAN in a uATX form factor
-- High performance optimized server (X10SLM+-LN4F) for networking appliance, firewall, Datacenter, with 4x SATA3 6Gb/s, Quad GbE LAN ports, USB 3.0, Intel Node Manager Support, TPM headers, IPMI 2.0 with dedicated LAN in a uATX form factor
-- Essential mid-range with legacy support optimized server for appliances (X10SLA-F), legacy A/V applications, Data Centers, with 2x SATA3 6Gb/s, Dual LAN ports, USB 3.0, TPM headers, IPMI 2.0 with dedicated LAN, legacy add on card support via 5 PCI-32 slots in a uATX form factor
-- Value oriented, cost optimized server motherboard (X10SLL-SF) for SMB and cloud computing with 2x SATA3 6Gb/s, Dual GbE LAN ports, TPM header, IPMI 2.0 with shared LAN in a uATX form factor
Embedded Motherboard (7 years product life)
-- High performance (X10SLQ) ideal for ATM, Kiosk, NVR/DVR, surveillance appliances and M2M applications, 6x SATA3 6Gb/s, Dual GbE LAN, USB 3.0, mSATA3, AMT 9.0, vPro, Q87, future 4th Generation Intel(R) Core(TM) support, 7 years product life
Server Solutions
-- 3U MicroCloud in 12 node (SYS-5038ML-H12TRF) and 8 node (SYS-5038ML-H8TRF) configurations feature independent hot-swappable nodes, each supporting future Intel(R) Xeon(R) E3-1200 V3 series processor, 32GB memory, 2x 3.5" or optional 4x 2.5" HDDs and MicroLP expansion
-- 1U Mainstream UP server workhorse (5018D-MTF) with 4x 3.5" hot-swap drive bays, full-height expansion on PCI-E x16 (x8 signal), dual GbE NIC, and IPMI 2.0
-- 1U High reliability server (5018D-MTRF) with 4x 3.5" hot-swap drive bays, full-height expansion on PCI-E x16 (x8 signal), dual GbE NIC, IPMI 2.0, and 400W redundant power with option for Battery Backup Power (BBP(R)( http://www.supermicro.com/BBP )) module
-- 1U Network-centric server (5018D-MTLN4F) with 4x 3.5" hot-swap drive bays, full-height expansion on PCI-E x16, IPMI 2.0, and Quad GbE NIC
-- 1U Compact, short-depth server appliance (5018D-MF) less than 15" depth, supporting 2x internal 3.5" drives or optionally up to 4x 2.5" drives, full-height expansion on PCI-E x16 (x8 signal), and IPMI 2.0
-- 1U Storage-focused server (1018D-73MTF) with 8x 2.5" hot-swap bays, supporting SAS2/SATA3 from LSI S2308 controller with optional RAID 0, 1, 10, full-height expansion on PCI-E x16 (x8 signal), dual GbE NIC, and IPMI 2.0
Visit http://www.supermicro.com to learn more about Supermicro's comprehensive selection of high performance, high-efficiency server, storage and networking solutions.
Supermicro(R) (NASDAQ: SMCI), the leading innovator in high-performance, high-efficiency server technology is a premier provider of advanced server Building Block Solutions(R) for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/Big Data, HPC and Embedded Systems worldwide. Supermicro is committed to protecting the environment through its "We Keep IT Green(R)" initiative and provides customers with the most energy-efficient, environmentally-friendly solutions available on the market.
Supermicro, SuperServer, Building Block Solutions and We Keep IT Green are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Super Micro Computer, Inc.
All other brands, names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Supermicro® Announces X10 Server Building Blocks Supporting Intel® Haswell Processors
New Product Lines Support Future Intel® Xeon® Processor E3-1200 V3 and 4th Generation Intel® Core(TM) Processor Families
SAN JOSE, Calif., May 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ: SMCI), a global leader in high-performance, high-efficiency server, storage technology and green computing, today announced new X10 Motherboard and Server Building Block Solutions® that support Intel's highly anticipated future Xeon® processor E3-1200 V3 and 4th Generation Intel® Core(TM) processor families. Supermicro's uni-processor (UP) motherboard solutions combined with optimized chassis deliver customers the widest combination of solutions to build server solutions fitting any application requirement. When combined with Intel's coming processor microarchitecture based on 22nm 3-D Tri-Gate technology, Supermicro system solutions deliver higher performance with increased energy efficiency through improved system, cooling and power architectures.
"Supermicro is developing advanced server and storage solutions based on Intel's new processor technologies to deliver higher performance with increased energy efficiency," said Charles Liang, President and CEO of Supermicro. "These latest lines of motherboard and server building block solutions offer customers greater choices to grow their business. By leveraging our new one million square foot state-of-the-art facility in Taiwan, we are able to fulfill much higher volume demands worldwide and provide customers the best service with a time-to-market advantage."
Server Motherboards (Data Centers, Storage Solutions, Network Appliance, and Legacy Support)
-- High performance storage solution (X10SL7-F) for SNB, Datacenters, with
8x SAS2 6Gb/s, 2x SATA3 6Gb/s, Dual GbE LAN ports, USB 3.0, TPM headers,
IPMI 2.0 with dedicated LAN in a uATX form factor
-- High performance optimized server (X10SLM+-LN4F) for networking
appliance, firewall, Datacenter, with 4x SATA3 6Gb/s, Quad GbE LAN
ports, USB 3.0, Intel Node Manager Support, TPM headers, IPMI 2.0 with
dedicated LAN in a uATX form factor
-- Essential mid-range with legacy support optimized server for appliances
(X10SLA-F), legacy A/V applications, Data Centers, with 2x SATA3 6Gb/s,
Dual LAN ports, USB 3.0, TPM headers, IPMI 2.0 with dedicated LAN,
legacy add on card support via 5 PCI-32 slots in a uATX form factor
-- Value oriented, cost optimized server motherboard (X10SLL-SF) for SMB
and cloud computing with 2x SATA3 6Gb/s, Dual GbE LAN ports, TPM header,
IPMI 2.0 with shared LAN in a uATX form factor
Embedded Motherboard (7 years product life)
-- High performance (X10SLQ) ideal for ATM, Kiosk, NVR/DVR, surveillance
appliances and M2M applications, 6x SATA3 6Gb/s, Dual GbE LAN, USB 3.0,
mSATA3, AMT 9.0, vPro, Q87, future 4th Generation Intel® Core(TM)
support, 7 years product life
Server Solutions
-- 3U MicroCloud in 12 node (SYS-5038ML-H12TRF) and 8 node
(SYS-5038ML-H8TRF) configurations feature independent hot-swappable
nodes, each supporting future Intel® Xeon® E3-1200 V3 series
processor, 32GB memory, 2x 3.5" or optional 4x 2.5" HDDs and MicroLP
expansion
-- 1U Mainstream UP server workhorse (5018D-MTF) with 4x 3.5" hot-swap
drive bays, full-height expansion on PCI-E x16 (x8 signal), dual GbE
NIC, and IPMI 2.0
-- 1U High reliability server (5018D-MTRF) with 4x 3.5" hot-swap drive
bays, full-height expansion on PCI-E x16 (x8 signal), dual GbE NIC, IPMI
2.0, and 400W redundant power with option for Battery Backup Power
(BBP®) module
-- 1U Network-centric server (5018D-MTLN4F) with 4x 3.5" hot-swap drive
bays, full-height expansion on PCI-E x16, IPMI 2.0, and Quad GbE NIC
-- 1U Compact, short-depth server appliance (5018D-MF) less than 15" depth,
supporting 2x internal 3.5" drives or optionally up to 4x 2.5" drives,
full-height expansion on PCI-E x16 (x8 signal), and IPMI 2.0
-- 1U Storage-focused server (1018D-73MTF) with 8x 2.5" hot-swap bays,
supporting SAS2/SATA3 from LSI S2308 controller with optional RAID 0, 1,
10, full-height expansion on PCI-E x16 (x8 signal), dual GbE NIC, and
IPMI 2.0
Visit http://www.supermicro.com to learn more about Supermicro's comprehensive selection of high performance, high-efficiency server, storage and networking solutions.
Follow Supermicro on Facebook and Twitter to receive their latest news and announcements.
About Super Micro Computer, Inc.
Supermicro® (NASDAQ: SMCI), the leading innovator in high-performance, high-efficiency server technology is a premier provider of advanced server Building Block Solutions® for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/Big Data, HPC and Embedded Systems worldwide. Supermicro is committed to protecting the environment through its "We Keep IT Green®" initiative and provides customers with the most energy-efficient, environmentally-friendly solutions available on the market.
Supermicro, SuperServer, Building Block Solutions and We Keep IT Green are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Super Micro Computer, Inc.
All other brands, names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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Barchart Releases Free Market Data Widgets for Websites
CHICAGO, May 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Barchart.com, Inc., a leading provider of market data and information, today announced that it has introduced a series of free market data widgets. Anyone can now visit Barchart's market data solutions website and create customized displays using a widget builder, and then integrate the widget into their website. The widgets feature content like stock, commodity, and foreign exchange quotes and charts. In addition, Barchart offers quote boards highlighting the latest stock market leaders in volume and price change, as well as market data for popular industry sectors. The look and feel of the financial widgets can be customized and they provide a dynamic addition to financial, media and commodity focused websites.
Users can build market data widgets in just seconds and select unique dimensions, colors, fonts and data fields. Once selections are made a simple line of code is provided to embed into your website--the content is then instantly live. Barchart continues to offer a full range of complete and detailed financial website content solutions, including both off-the-shelf and customized products for brokerage firms, banks, media, exchanges and commodity focused websites.
"Our new widget builder gives website managers the ability to quickly add dynamic financial content to their site at no cost and with no ads," said Boris Wexler, Director of Product Development. "By offering a variety of content from stock market coverage to commodity and foreign exchange quotes the Barchart widgets appeal to a wide audience," added Wexler.
About Barchart
With a heritage dating back to 1934, Barchart.com, Inc. has substantial experience in meeting the information needs of the financial, media, agriculture and energy industries. As a full-service provider of equity, index, mutual fund, futures and foreign exchange market data, Barchart provides a wide range of market data products and solutions for customers ranging from institutional to retail. As an established leader in an industry that demands accuracy and innovation, Barchart's goal is to form partnerships that deliver comprehensive solutions for success. For more information, please visit http://www.barchartinc.com.
RADWIN FiberinMotion[TM] Breaks the Boundaries of Fixed Network Communications with Wireless Broadband in Motion
RADWIN's extends network reach to enable mobile video and data connectivity to trains, vehicles and vessels in motion
TEL AVIV, Israel, May 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
RADWIN (http://www.radwin.com) announced today that its FiberinMotion[TM] solution
extends the reach of fixed network communications with the delivery of wireless broadband
connectivity to vehicles, vessels and trains in motion. Deployed globally with oil & gas
facilities, maritime and public transport organizations, RADWIN's reliable and robust
FiberinMotion solution has taken a forefront role in delivering wireless broadband in
motion.
RADWIN's FiberinMotion solution provides high capacity guaranteed throughput, ideally
suited for HD video-centric applications, coupled with unparalleled coverage to reduce
deployment and operational costs. Typical applications for RADWIN's FiberinMotion include:
- Oil and gas offshore rig-to-ship connectivity
- Connectivity to mobile drillers in oil fields
- Extension of wireless networks to airfield vehicles for maintenance and
operations
- Real time video transmission for security patrol boats on the move
- Real time onboard CCTV for tram and metro trains
- Broadband Internet for passengers onboard trains and ferries
RADWIN's FiberinMotion includes powerful base stations that communicate with
high-capacity mobile units mounted on moving vehicles. Delivering unmatched throughput of
up to 100 Mbps for vehicles, vessels and trains travelling at speeds of up to 200 km/h,
FiberinMotion guarantees wide area coverage and seamless handover guaranteeing service
continuity. The fully outdoor solution operates in harsh climates and challenging
environments such as over-water and in underground tunnels.
Sharon Sher, RADWIN's President & CEO: "Our mobility solution has won key contracts
with world-leading rail & metro authorities, oil and gas companies and port authorities
and it is currently engaged in multiple projects across the globe. FiberinMotion goes
beyond standard WiFi-based solutions to deliver unparalleled capacity, long range and
durability that is simply unrivaled in the industry."
About RADWIN:
RADWIN is a leading provider of sub-6 GHz Broadband wireless Point-to-Point and
Point-to-Multipoint and wireless broadband in motion solutions that deliver highest
capacity and long range connectivity. RADWIN's solutions serve the needs of service
providers, mobile carriers, governments, enterprises, public and private security
companies and transportation organizations. Visit us at http://www.radwin.com
To learn more about RADWIN FiberinMotion and its use cases and references, please
contact:
HQ: +972-3-769-2820
Email: sales@radwin.com
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BrainBeat Launches Innovative "Brain Training" for Kids
Fight Summer Learning Loss and Sharpen Focus Skills in Preparation for the New School Year
CHICAGO, May 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Summer vacation for many children means that much of what they learn during the school year goes right out the window. In fact, students can lose more than two months of knowledge due to lack of daily engagement in educational activities.[i] This summer, kids can overcome "learning loss" and get an edge with BrainBeat Conquer, a new computer-based cognitive trainer with advanced gaming technology that is scientifically proven to improve kids' focus through fun, interactive exercises.
BrainBeat challenges kids ages six through 12 to self-train their brain by clapping in time with a fixed beat while they conquer different animated worlds. As kids' rhythm improves and training becomes more difficult, they're motivated by instant feedback (through scoring, sounds and light cues), badges of encouragement and a dynamic tutor who guides them along the way. Over time, by sequentially involving the body and mind, BrainBeat synchronizes the "decision-making" parts of the brain and engages the area that handles visuals and sounds, helping kids concentrate longer and absorb information easier.
"By sharpening focus, BrainBeat enhances kids' learning, boosts their engagement and quiets busy minds." said Robert Ryan, Co-Founder of BrainBeat. "After fourteen 20-minute sessions, they learn how to block out distractions and zero-in on important moments like tests or homework."
BrainBeat's underlying technology is supported by a decade of scientific research in child development and learning, with studies demonstrating significant improvements in children's performance and behavioral skills. One study, conducted at the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Oxnard and Port Hueneme, Calif., revealed that the technology powering BrainBeat increased elementary and middle school students' reading and math skills by as much as 20 percent, and improved their ability to pay attention, listen, communicate ideas and manage frustration by an average of 30 percent.
"Children enjoyed the fast-paced graphics and success they felt completing the program's exciting levels," said Sherrie Hardy, an education therapist and creator of Hardy Brain Camp, who tested BrainBeat with groups of students at several Boys and Girls Clubs. "BrainBeat is the first product of its kind to offer brain timing exercises involving synchronized body movement and coordination activities that use multiple senses, as well as immediate and extremely precise feedback about their accuracy, which improves kids' timing skills. This takes their engagement to the next level; and the gaming aspects challenge them the way they like to learn."
The benefits of better focus can be immeasurable for kids who are struggling or performing below grade-level, and for parents who want them to feel confident in their abilities at home and in school. "It changed my son's life," said Diane Solomon, Valencia, Calif., mother of a BrainBeat conqueror. "After using BrainBeat, my son David will now sit down and read an entire book, which is something he would have never done because reading was so challenging before. The weight has certainly been lifted off our shoulders."
The technology behind BrainBeat has already helped thousands of people improve their focus over the last 10 years through Interactive Metronome (IM), a neurotherapy program. Because the technology impacts the cognitive and motor abilities in the brain that are broadly important to performance (attention and coordination), IM has been successfully used by more than 20,000 healthcare professionals to treat individuals with various neurological conditions (ADHD, Autism, stroke). It has also benefited more than a dozen elite high schools, the U.S. Navy, and many professional and college athletic teams as a performance enhancement tool. Employing the same evidence-based approach of "sequentially-timed learning," BrainBeat was further refined by a team of gaming engineers and leading medical advisors to strike the right balance between science, motivation and fun for consumers.
BrainBeat is available online for $245. To purchase the product, hear from parents whose kids have experienced positive results from training, or learn more about the science behind the technology, visit BrainBeat.com.
About BrainBeat
Launched in 2013, BrainBeat is a computer-based cognitive trainer with innovative technology that improves users' focus through fun, interactive exercises. The program challenges users to clap in tune with a fixed beat while engaging them with stimulating game-like features, which synchronizes the brain's timing and improves its efficiency and performance. This leads to improvements in learning, behavior, brain speed, and coordination. BrainBeat is powered by the same evidence-based technology as Interactive Metronome, a treatment tool that is currently used by healthcare professionals to improve the cognitive and motor skills of individuals with various neurological conditions. Because of the technology's clinical success, the company recently introduced a program, sold directly to consumers, to aid the developing minds of kids ages six through 12 (Conquer). Visit BrainBeat.com for more information.
About Interactive Metronome (IM)
IM is an assessment and treatment tool used by therapists and other professionals to improve and restore cognitive and motor skills. For more than 10 years, IM has benefited children diagnosed with learning and developmental disorders, as well as adults who have experienced brain injury, stroke, a diagnosis of Parkinson's disease,or other neurological disorders in a clinical setting. Today, there are more than 20,000 certified IM providers in over 7,500 clinics, hospitals and universities throughout the United States and Canada. IM's goal is to educate professionals and contribute to the complete functional rehabilitation of patients.
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Streamline Your Space, Simplify Your Life - Huntkey Releases First PIO Series
SHENZHEN, China, May 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Huntkey Enterprise Group, a global professional power supply provider, has introduced its first PIO (Parts-In-One) desktop series HA210 and HA211.
Unlike traditional desktop PCs, with an all-in-one computer, what you see is what you get, for the life of the PC. However, different from an all-in-one PC, the PIO made by Huntkey only integrates monitor, chassis, cable and speakers into the same case, providing more choices for customers to choose their ideal components like CPU, storage, mainboard, graphics card and so on.
Huntkey PIO is outstanding for its simplicity, quality monitor and cooling system. Huntkey PIO combines the traditional eight cables (monitor power cable, monitor cable, speaker cables, etc.) into one power cable, for a space savings of over 70%. Moreover, A+ widescreen made by ChiMei guarantees high quality pictures as well as a better cooling system, which minimizes heat and power consumption.
-- Dimensions: 467*542*170mm
-- CPU compatibility: Micro ATX/Mini-ITX
-- CPU TDP: Less than 65W
-- Display: 21.5" LCD with LED backlight panel made by ChiMei
-- Power: Flex 150W
-- Case material: ABS
-- Cooling Fan: Specialized cooling fan
-- HDD: 2.5"*1
-- I/O ports: USB*2
-- Touchscreen: Optional
-- Camera: Integrated 130p HD webcam
-- Speaker: 3W*2.0 channel
About Huntkey
Huntkey Enterprise Group, founded in 1992, is a professional provider that specializes in the development, design, manufacturing and marketing of power supplies. Huntkey's products include power supplies (1W~250KW), power systems, computer cases, universal notebook adapters, power banks, chargers, power supply converters, power strips, LED lights, and more. The industrial parks of Huntkey in Shenzhen, Heyuan and Hefei, which cover a total area of over 750,000 square meters, are now the largest IT manufacturing base in mainland China. Huntkey, with over 8,000 employees has set up its branch companies in Hong Kong and Japan. Its clients are found all over the world in more than 50 countries and regions, including Lenovo, DELL, Bestbuy, Exper, Vestel, Positivo, Durama, Unicoba, DSG, HCL, Carrefour, FPT, Siragon, Olidata, and others.
New Highly Social Fantasy Trading Community Breaks Down Barriers; Everyone Can Experience the Life of a Trader
NEW YORK, May 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Experience the rush that traders feel every day! Wall Street Magnate (WSM), the ground-breaking new fantasy trading community that lets people learn the ins and outs of the capital markets, launched today. This cutting-edge site uses real-world financial information to offer the most realistic and fun fantasy trading experience on the Internet with current data from all of the major US Stock Exchanges. Wall Street Magnate allows "traders" of all ages to learn crucial skills in an exciting and highly social atmosphere.
Bankrolled with $100,000 in simulated cash, members trade stocks listed on the NYSE, NASDAQ and AMEX, and climb the corporate ranks by increasing their Status and Title. Wall Street Magnate sets a new standard in fantasy trading. No other site utilizes the latest technology to provide an extremely easy-to-use and intuitive interface for fantasy trading. No other site accounts for both dividends and stock splits in a real-time environment. No other site features social club play where members can collaborate or face-off with their friends while also competing against other clubs. No other site enables "traders" to track and document their complete trading history with sortable spreadsheets that can be easily exported.
"Wall Street Magnate puts true trading power at your fingertips," said Lew Schlossberg, Co-founder of Wall Street Magnate. "With the most current news, quotes and a dynamic social community, traders learn, compete and have fun without the risk of losing real money."
Wall Street Magnate's sign-up process is quick and easy. Once on the ad-free site, each member's profile page becomes the central gateway to fantasy trading, where privacy settings can be easily adjusted at any time. Members can quickly view a snapshot of their portfolio performance, current achievements, friends' status, club information, messages and the powerful WSM Ticker, which is the heartbeat of the site. With the WSM Ticker, each member can see a tremendous amount of live activity streaming in real-time, including:
-- 24/7 news from The Wall Street Journal, Reuters Business, Yahoo! Finance
and CNN Money
-- The 20 most recent stock trades plus all new trades to hit the site
-- Critical updates regarding buy and sell orders
-- All Status and Title upgrades achieved by you and your friends
-- Stock splits awarded for currently held stocks
-- Dividends paid on currently held stocks
-- Ticker posts from you and your friends
-- Recent friend and club updates
In addition to the Ticker, WSM Clubs enable members to connect in a variety of ways, including: trash talking, messaging, and exchanging valuable tips. Each club has its own discussion board viewable only by its members. While in beta, numerous high school, college and real-world investment groups created clubs on the site that are now vibrant trading communities. These clubs constantly compete for the best returns and reflect the growing enthusiasm for WSM across different age groups.
"Clubs provide extraordinary depth to the site," added Laurence Cohen, Co-founder of Wall Street Magnate. "They make fantasy trading a much more social and rewarding experience."
Wall Street Magnate is accessible via all current generation smart phones, tablets and any device with an Internet connection. To join the free fantasy trading community, sign up at wallstreetmagnate.com.
About Wall Street Magnate LLC
Headquartered in New York City, Wall Street Magnate LLC is a privately held company featuring the most realistic and cutting-edge trading simulation on the Internet. Founded by experienced Wall Street trader Laurence Cohen and securities attorney Lewis Schlossberg, the ad-free fantasy trading platform is based on real-world information and allows its members to live the life of a trader. For more information on Wall Street Magnate visit wallstreetmagnate.com or "Like" Wall Street Magnate on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Wall-Street-Magnate/207538302636409.
Aldebaran Robotics' NAO Robot Goes to School to Help Children with Autism
ASK NAO Initiative to Revolutionize Special Education for Children with Autism
BOSTON, May 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
Aldebaran Robotics, the world leader in humanoid robotics, today announced the launch
of the ASK NAO (Autism Solution for Kids) initiative for use in special education and
specifically, for children with autism. The launch is part of an effort to revolutionize
special needs education through NAO, the Company's interactive humanoid robot who has been
readily embraced by children with autism and uses games to stimulate their social skills
and help them achieve greater independence.
With more than 3,500 units sold around the world, NAO is the most widely-used humanoid
robot in the fields of education and research. NAO combines a host of interactive,
autonomous, and completely programmable technologies, and is well on its way to becoming a
robotic companion for individuals.
NAO acts as a companion to children with special needs to help bridge the gap between
the world of technology and humanity's social universe. Through this initiative, Aldebaran
is making learning more fun for children while helping educators more effectively achieve
learning goals.
"Most children on the autism spectrum have a natural attraction towards technology and
NAO's humanoid shape creates a perfect link between technology and humanity," said Olivier
Joubert, Neuropsychology, Ph.D. and Autism Business Unit Manager at Aldebaran. "We have
developed educational games that allow children to work on verbal and non-verbal
communication, emotional intelligence, mimicking, and even basic academic skills. NAO
locks these skills in children and also builds their confidence. After a year of testing,
gaining the positive feedback from our beta testing schools in Britain and the United
States, and the encouragement of the autism community, we have been driven to launch this
initiative to help children with autism throughout the world realize their full
potential."
In addition to the NAO robot, ASK NAO provides educators with a user-friendly online
interface for planning, monitoring and analyzing NAO interactions and their impact on
learning. This interface accomplishes the core requirements of special education in the
school environment by improving communication channels between the various education
professionals and parents in order to gain a better understanding of each child,
automatically recording children's progress and helping to set up lessons with NAO.
Aldebaran Robotics has collaborated with teachers to develop applications inspired by
applied behavior analysis (ABA, PECS, TEACCH, DENVER, SCERTS) methods. The aim of these
applications is to help children develop social and learning skills through encouragement
and rewards, making it possible to positively stimulate them, give them confidence and
help them move toward greater independence.
The ASK NAO Initiative is supported by educators who specialize in autism, as well as
by parents who see NAO as a technological breakthrough that meets the demands of
personalized educational support.
According to Ben Waterworth, a teacher at Topcliffe School, "NAO has the potential to
be an outstanding teaching resource. The ASD children benefit a lot from using NAO. You
see a different side of them when they are working with him. You see them comfortable with
NAO, responding to him and I just think these are features you just would not see with a
human. They would be more shy with that person, they would be more withheld or withdrawn,
whereas with NAO they are more outgoing."
Stanton et al. (2008) revealed a 30% increase in the number of social interactions as
well as better verbal communication in some children with autism when a robot is in the
same room. Improvement is not only noticeable in interactions with the robot, but also in
subsequent interactions with parents and therapists.
Aldebaran Robotics is pleased to announce the ASK NAO initiative will be on display
during the following upcoming conferences: the Texas Assistive Technology Network (TATN)
Conference in Houston, Texas June 11-13, the Autism Show in London June 14-15, and the SDE
National Conference on Differentiated Instruction in Las Vegas, NV July 15-19, 2013.
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:
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Crowdfunding Film Festival to Roll out the Red Carpet
CrowdFunding is real game changer in film industry.
SAN FRANCISCO, May 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- First annual International CrowdFunding Film Festival will be held October 2-6, 2013 in San Francisco. The film fest will bring together artists, filmmakers, and video game creators to showcase their craft, network and get crowdfunded. The film festival has plans to collaborate with film schools in New York, London and Paris.
Film students from universities all around the country are increasingly looking to crowdfunding to find backing for their projects. With over countless films successfully funded through crowdfunding portals such as Kickstarter and IndieGoGo, Hollywood is now paying close attention to all this movement. Director/Writer Rob Thomas has raised over $5.7 million for his movie "Veronica Mars" while Zach Braff's feature "Wish I Was Here" has raised $2.6 million in donations. San Francisco State Student Sterling Cook is keen on exploring crowdfunding to finance production projects.
"I see in these directors, writers, and cinematographers, the same core passion for innovation. They are not only artists but more importantly, entrepreneurs - they are seeking to touch the world and make a difference through their films. We know of their struggle to find financial backing and I believe crowdfunding will be the answer," says ICFFF's Sydney Armani organizer and publisher of CrowdfundBeat.com. A film production involves collaboration between dozens of creative groups and getting all the individual pieces to fit together is similar to managing a business. Crowdfunding is changing the production landscape and the movie industry is currently experiencing a real game changer.
Crowdfunding film and entrepreneurs
Ted Hope, advocate of America's Independent Cinema Movement and Executive Director of the San Francisco Film Society, provides deeper insight into the current state of the film industry in his blog post "Why I Left New York for the San Francisco Film Festival." He says, "Our entertainment economy and the art it supports, was built upon the concepts of scarcity and control, but today's reality is one of super-abundance and access - the exact opposite. To survive and flourish, today's artists/entrepreneurs--and those who support them--must all embrace practices that extend beyond the core skills of development, production, and post-production of their art and reach beyond the attention and practice of marketing and distribution." The meaning behind Hope's words echoes the exact spirit and foundation that is the core of Silicon Valley's passion for entrepreneurship and reflects the same spirit represented by the film festival.
For media credentials and festival sponsorship, contact Syndey Armani, +1-415-879-1500, sydney@svcrowdfund.com.
Megapop and Trolls vs Vikings Wins Nordic Game Live Pitch Battle as Most Commercially Promising New Nordic Gaming Studio
OSLO, Norway, May 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
Nordic region is world hotspot for mobile gaming. Megapop brings a twist to
the tower defense genre with a groundbreaking approach
Megapop games is proud to announce that it has won the Investor Live Pitch Battle at
the annual Nordic Game conference. In a fierce battle between 20+ Nordic companies, four
ended up in the final round. Once there, Megapop pitched to a panel of noted, professional
game investors, as well as a large live audience, and emerged the winner!
As most industry watchers note, the Nordic region has grown to become one of the world
hotspots for gaming, with an impressive amount of successful companies. Celebrating its
tenth edition, the annual Nordic Game Conference drew a record amount of visitors from
both near and far to honor the Nordic gaming industry. That Megapop left victorious in
such a competitive climate bodes well for the future of the company.
Megapop is particularly proud to be unanimously elected the winner by an esteemed
panel of investors, many of whom are notably involved in premier European gaming
companies. Even better, when handing out the award, it was said Megapop has the biggest
commercial potential of all the candidates.
Megapop is a startup studio founded by former Funcom (Age of Conan, The Longest
Journey) and Artplant (Battlestar Galactica Online) developers. Their first game, Trolls
vs Vikings, was unveiled at GDC 2013, and the game has since started to gain a growing
interest. With their background in creating Triple-A MMO, Adventure and Browser titles,
Megapop are setting the bar high for their debut.
About Trolls vs Vikings:
- The CraziestTower Defense Experience, Period - Play as nature-loving
trolls, who must defend their magical homeland from fierce Viking invaders and their
gods.
- Extensive Story Mode - Span the seasons, each one providing new environments,
challenges, tactics, bosses and hilarious new enemies to fight.
- Thrilling Multiplayer Campaign - Social features that mark a first for the
genre: experience both real-time and turn-based multiplayer matches. Loop in friends
with the seamless social sharing and comparing system.
- It's Got It All - Awesome characters, deep strategy, collectable monsters,
tons of achievements and fun gameplay, both solo and online. Join the wacky and
wonderful world of the Trolls, and help them fend off the vicious Viking horde!
- Tower Defense... Evolved - Movable towers, set-pieces, strategic resource
gathering, dynamic in-game tile system, and many other small and large tweaks to the
gameplay formula.
- Labor of Love - Perhaps the most important "feature" of all... and it's not
even a feature! The Megapop team share a deep reverence for the tower defense genre;
their top priority is to make a game they personally love to play!
Founded in 2012 by former Funcom (Age of Conan, Anarchy Online, Dreamfall, The Longest
Journey) and Artplant (Battlestar Galactica Online) developers, Megapop is a new casual
online gaming startup headquartered in Oslo, Norway. The company is founded by some of
Europe's most recognized online game developers and game business managers. More than 100
years of combined experience has resulted in a range of significant awards and a number of
international hits. As a company, Megapop is focused on adding an engaging social
dimension to beloved videogame staples. With a deep passion for games, their ultimate goal
is to create worthy games, where quality gameplay shines brightest of all!
Mobile Accelerator Tandem Capital Expands to India and Opens Bangalore Office, Bringing its Proven 'Muscle Capital' Approach to South Asia
BANGALORE, May 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
Plans to Back 10-20 Indian Startups Over the Next Year and Tighten Their Ties to
Silicon Valley
Today Tandem [http://www.tandemcap.com ], Silicon Valley's largest mobile industry
accelerator, announces the first step in its global expansion with the opening of an
office in Bangalore, India. The fund seeks to help Indian entrepreneurs create and build
mobile companies with a cross-border approach that brings the benefits of the Silicon
Valley ecosystem to each opportunity.
The accelerator is already responsible for creating two startups that collectively
generated over $100M in revenue by their second year of operations, including Bash Gaming,
the world's leading social bingo service that started with roots in Bangalore, India.
Where other accelerators provide financial backing and occasional access to mentor
networks, Tandem takes an entirely unique "muscle capital" approach by becoming deeply
immersed in the companies they back, and helping shape each one through a hands-on mix of
strategic and operational support and cash investment, with the goal of driving
significant growth.
Tandem is now officially setting up its proven "muscle capital" approach in India,
with the help of Rohit Bhagat (who previously was Chairman, Asia Pacific at BlackRock,
Global COO of Barclays Global Investors and Managing Director of The Boston Consulting
Group, India) who joined Tandem last year as a Partner to drive the scale and globalize
the footprint of the firm and its portfolio companies. To further assist in bringing
Tandem's successful model to India, renowned Indian entrepreneurs Ranjan Pai and Mohandas
Pai are also joining Tandem as Partners.
Ranjan Pai is a successful entrepreneur who established Manipal Education and Medical
Group (MEMG) with a mission to build world-class businesses in healthcare, life sciences,
education and education services. He incubated Manipal Global Education Services, a
leading global education and education services company headquartered in Bangalore, India,
and conceptualized the transformation of Manipal Hospitals into a leading for-profit
multi-specialty healthcare chain in India. He also set up Stempeutics to undertake
cutting-edge research in stem cell therapies. Ranjan also serves as a Director on the
Board of Cipla, a leading listed Indian pharma company.
Mohandas Pai is Chief Advisor to the Manipal Education and Medical Group, and serves
on the Board of several group companies. Until June 2011, Mohan was a Member of the Board
of Directors of Infosys and the Head of Administration, Education & Research, FinacleSM,
Human Resources and the Infosys Leadership Institute. He joined Infosys in 1994, where he
served as Chief Financial Officer until 2006 and as a Member of the Board from May 2000
onwards. He was a Member of the Kelkar Committee, constituted by the Ministry of Finance,
GoI, for reforming direct taxes. He also works with Central and State governments in the
fields of education, IT and business.
"There are thousands of promising entrepreneurs in India that need guidance and
support," said Ranjan Pai, Head of Manipal Education & Medical Group. "We are thrilled to
bring the incredible success Tandem has had building disruptive companies in the US to
India."
Tandem is seeking out world-class teams building mobile-first products and platforms
with the potential for disruptive growth. Entrepreneurs interested in applying for
Tandem's next class, whether based in India or elsewhere around the world, should apply
at: http://www.tandementrepreneurs.com/apply.
Started in June 2007 by veteran technology entrepreneurs Doug Renert and Sunil
Bhargava, Tandem utilizes its "muscle capital" to champion the next billion dollar
business in the mobile market. Tandem backs founders with a unique mix of cash investment
and hands-on support in areas such as strategy, product design, technology architecture,
user acquisition, employee recruiting and channel development. Tandem is based in
Burlingame, CA and Bangalore, India.
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- Motion control leader, Hillcrest, licenses The Reference Design Kit from Comcast to help propel the next wave of consumer TV interactivity -
- RDK initiative expedites deployment of advanced delivery platforms to drive next-gen video services -
ROCKVILLE, Md., May 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Hillcrest Labs, the leading global supplier of software and hardware for motion-enabled products, today announced it is the first motion control technology provider to license the Reference Design Kit (RDK) software stack from Comcast. The RDK is a pre-integrated software bundle that creates a common framework for powering tru2way(®), IP or hybrid set-top boxes (STBs), and video gateway devices. The RDK initiative is intended to speed the development and deployment of next-gen video services such as cloud-based functionality, and enhanced guide experiences with richer graphics and better search capabilities. The agreement enables Hillcrest to provide software development, integration and testing services to OEMs, semiconductor manufacturers, software vendors, software integrators and MVPDs who are planning to take advantage of the RDK.
"Leveraging our depth and breadth of experience as a worldwide leader in motion-enabled products, Hillcrest is excited to be the first motion control technology supplier to support the RDK," said Dan Simpkins, Chairman, Founder and CEO, Hillcrest Labs. "We are proud to embrace this cooperative effort to help operators, developers and device vendors innovate at a fast pace, with more intuitive and interactive user experiences."
"One of our goals with the RDK program is to accelerate development of an advanced software solution throughout the industry, and provide enhanced user experiences across a broad set of STB, gateway, and system-on-a-chip (SoC) platforms," said Steve Reynolds, Senior Vice President, CPE and Home Network, Comcast. "Motion control technology can be a compelling way for operators, developers and device manufacturers to create and deliver richer, more compelling multiscreen TV experiences. With Hillcrest's support, we look forward to strengthening our commitment to providing integrated solutions that help move the industry forward in the next wave of consumer TV interactivity."
Hillcrest's patented Freespace(®) MotionEngine((TM) )software is a fully featured motion processing software product that can be added to a wide range of devices, including STBs, Smart TVs, Blu-ray and streaming media players, smartphones and tablets, game controllers, and more. The MotionEngine software interfaces with an array of MEMS sensors, including accelerometers, gyroscopes and magnetic sensors, to produce high quality, application-ready motion data for a variety of use cases.
Companies that have licensed Freespace for use in their products include: Atmel, Eastman Kodak, LG Electronics, Logitech, Roku, SMK Electronics, Sony Computer Entertainment Inc., TCL Multimedia, Universal Electronics (UEI), and more. Hillcrest has a worldwide intellectual property portfolio that includes over 100 granted and 200 filed patents
Hillcrest will demonstrate its Freespace MotionEngine software at NCTA's The Cable Show, June 10-12 in Washington, DC.
About Hillcrest Labs
Hillcrest Labs is the leading global supplier of software and hardware for motion-enabled products. Our Freespace(®) technology transforms human movement into high quality, application-ready motion information. With a decade of development and many unique patented features, products come to life with Freespace motion. Companies licensing Hillcrest's motion technology include: Atmel, Eastman Kodak, LG Electronics, Logitech, Roku, SMK Electronics, Sony Computer Entertainment Inc., TCL Multimedia, and others.
For consumers, Hillcrest offers the Kylo((TM)) browser, a free Web browser for TV viewing. Hillcrest has received numerous awards and recognitions including the prestigious CES Innovations Honoree Award multiple times, IMS Research's TV Innovation Awards, EE Times' ACE Award, PC World's 100 Best Products and Greatest Tech Designs, Popular Mechanics' Editors Choice, ECN's Reader's Choice Tech, and many others. Additional information about Hillcrest's broad portfolio of motion control products is available at: http://www.HillcrestLabs.com. Follow Hillcrest on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/HillcrestLabs or Twitter at @HillcrestLabs.
Hillcrest Labs, Freespace, and MotionEngine are trademarks of Hillcrest Laboratories, Inc. All other company names and trademarks remain property of their respective owners.
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More customers to benefit from nation's fastest 4G LTE network on the latest devices
CASA GRANDE, Ariz., May 29, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- AT&T* has expanded the nation's fastest 4G LTE network** to Casa Grande, bringing more customers the latest generation of wireless network technology. AT&T launched 4G LTE in Phoenix on January 5, 2012, and the expanded coverage is part of its ongoing rollout across the market.
Watch here to see several of the benefits AT&T 4G LTE provides, including:
-- Faster speeds. LTE technology is capable of delivering mobile Internet
speeds up to 10 times faster than 3G***. Customers can stream, download,
upload and game faster than ever before.
-- Cool new devices. AT&T offers several LTE-compatible devices, including
new AT&T 4G LTE smartphones and tablets.
-- Faster response time. LTE technology offers lower latency, or the
processing time it takes to move data through a network, such as how
long it takes to start downloading a webpage or file once you've sent
the request. Lower latency helps to improve services like mobile gaming,
two-way video calling and telemedicine.
-- More efficient use of spectrum. Wireless spectrum is a finite resource,
and LTE uses spectrum more efficiently than other technologies, creating
more space to carry data traffic and services and to deliver a better
network experience.
AT&T invested nearly $700 million in its Arizona wireless and wireline networks from 2009 through 2012, with a focus on expanding 4G LTE mobile Internet coverage and enhancing the overall performance of its networks.
"We've seen positive response from customers on our 4G LTE launch, and as today's expansion shows, we're continuing our rollout of fast 4G LTE speeds to more areas," said Jerry Fuentes, President, AT&T Arizona and New Mexico. "Casa Grande consumers are asking for more from the technology they use in their daily lives, and we are investing to meet and exceed their needs."
AT&T's 4G Network
AT&T's innovation and investment has resulted in the nation's largest 4G network, covering more than 292 million people with ultra-fast speeds and a more consistent user experience. Our 4G LTE network delivered faster average download speeds than any of our competitors in PCWorld's most recent 13-market speed tests.
AT&T's 4G LTE network delivers speeds up to 10 times faster than 3G, as well as multiple innovations that optimize the network for performance. Our network's radio components are placed close to the antenna at most cell sites, instead of inside the base station, which helps minimize power loss between the base station and antenna and, in turn, improves the performance of our 4G LTE network. The network also is designed with its core elements distributed across the country, which helps reduce latency, or the delay when using the Internet, because your request isn't traveling as far.
Even as AT&T continues to expand its 4G LTE coverage, customers can get 4G speeds outside of 4G LTE areas on our 4G HSPA+ network, unlike some competitors, where smartphone customers may fall back to slower 3G technologies when outside of LTE coverage.
AT&T's focus to deliver the best possible mobile Internet experience goes beyond 4G to embrace additional connection technologies. AT&T operates the nation's largest Wi-Fi network**** including more than 32,000 AT&T Wi-Fi Hot Spots at popular restaurants, hotels, bookstores and retailers, and provides access to more than 402,000 hotspots globally through roaming agreements. Most AT&T smartphone customers get access to our entire national Wi-Fi network at no additional cost, and Wi-Fi usage doesn't count against customers' monthly wireless data plans.
AT&T also is a leading developer of Distributed Antenna Systems, which utilize multiple small antennas to maximize coverage and speed within stadiums, convention centers, office buildings, hotels and other areas where traditional coverage methods are challenging.
Over the past five years, AT&T invested nearly $98 billion into its operations across the country. Since 2008, AT&T has invested more capital into the U.S. economy than any other public company. In a July 2012 report, the Progressive Policy Institute ranked AT&T No. 1 on its list of U.S. "Investment Heroes."
* AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.
** Limited 4G LTE availability in select markets. LTE is a trademark of ETSI. Claim based on a comparison of U.S. national carriers' average 4G LTE download speeds for Android(TM) and Windows smartphones and iPhone 5. 4G speeds not available everywhere.
*** 4G LTE device and data plan required. Up to 10x claim compares 4G LTE download speeds to industry average 3G download speeds. Learn more about 4G LTE at att.com/network.
**** A Wi-Fi enabled device required. Other restrictions apply. See http://www.attwifi.com for details and locations.
About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T) is a premier communications holding company and one of the most honored companies in the world. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and internationally. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's largest 4G network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet, voice and cloud-based services. A leader in mobile Internet, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide of any U.S. carrier, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verse(®) and AT&T ?DIRECTV brands. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world.
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MediaTek Introduces New Quad-Core Application Processor for Fast-Growing Tablet Market
The new Application Processor completes MediaTek's multi-core processor product portfolio, delivering a significant difference in computing and multimedia performance
HSINCHU, Taiwan, May 28, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- MediaTek Inc., a leading fabless semiconductor company for wireless communications and digital multimedia solutions, today announced the availability of the new quad-core application processor -- MT8125 designed for the fast growing global tablet markets. The new tablet platform is an extension of the company's highly successful quad-core portfolio. It integrates a power-efficient quad-core Cortex(TM)- A7 CPU subsystem with speed up to 1.5GHz, PowerVR(TM) Series5XT Graphics that delivers compelling multimedia features and sophisticated user experiences. To simplify product design and speed time-to-market, the MT8125 supports 3G HSPA+, 2G EDGE and Wi-Fi versions, all of which are pin-to-pin compatible, allowing device manufacturers to easily expand their portfolios with a full range of tablets by leveraging the existing or planned design requiring no additional rework.
Inheriting MediaTek's technology breakthrough of quad-core SoC platform and high-end multimedia capabilities, the MT8125 incorporates premium multimedia features, supporting up to Full HD 1080p video playback and recording, 13MP camera with integrated ISP and Full HD (1920 x 1200) displays. The new tablet SoC also delivers ground breaking visual quality powered by the leading picture quality technology -- MiraVision(TM), derived from MediaTek's extensive experience in the Digital TV market.
The MT8125 includes full support for MediaTek's leading 4-in-1 connectivity combo that converges Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS and FM, bringing highly integrated, best-in-class wireless technologies and expanded functionality to high-performance multimedia tablets. The MT8125 also provides support for Wi-Fi certified Miracast(TM) which makes multimedia content sharing between devices easier.
"During the last two years, application processors used in tablets have taken a fast evolution from single-core 1GHz to quad cores, clocking over 1.5GHz. Competition will force chipset vendors to maintain pace -- by implementing more advanced features while reducing the system cost by increasing the level of integration*," said Gartner Research Director Roger Sheng.
"MediaTek's team has worked closely with Lenovo to integrate their solutions into our design process, helping us accelerate the development and introduction of new, innovative tablets. In turn, this allows us to fulfill our commitment to delivering the outstanding user experience our customers demand. The tablet market is moving fast, and Lenovo aims to be at the forefront of tablet innovation. MediaTek helps us do that," commented Wayne Chen, vice president and head of mobile business unit for Lenovo.
"We're confident that our comprehensive reference designs will be the industry benchmark, particularly benefiting the mid-to-high-end tablet market. It is an innovative, cost-effective and definitely faster time-to-market solution," said Joe Chen, GM of Home Entertainment Business Unit, MediaTek. "By taking advantage of our strengths in the multimedia field, mobile communications and multi-screen technologies, we offer a complete multi-core processor family for smartphones and tablets, enabling a significant difference in performance and power efficiency - all while ensuring seamless streaming performance across the array of devices when users are consuming entertainment and information."
The MediaTek quad core tablet SoC is now being widely adopted by MediaTek's global customers including Lenovo IdeaTab S6000 series.
*Source: Gartner report "Competitive Landscape: Application Processor Providers for Tablets, Worldwide" Roger Sheng, Amy Teng, Mark Hung 19 April 2013
About MediaTek Inc.
MediaTek Inc. is a leading fabless semiconductor company for wireless communications and digital multimedia solutions. The company is a market leader and pioneer in cutting-edge SOC system solutions for wireless communications, high-definition TV, optical storage, and DVD and Blu-ray products. Founded in 1997 and listed on Taiwan Stock Exchange under the code "2454", MediaTek is headquartered in Taiwan and has sales or research subsidiaries in Mainland China, Singapore, India, U.S., Japan, South Korea, Denmark, England, Sweden and Dubai. For more information, please visit MediaTek's website at http://www.mediatek.com.
J.P. Morgan Launches Revolutionary Insights App For Advisors
--App focuses exclusively on providing market insights to advisors and their clients--
NEW YORK, May 28, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- J.P. Morgan Asset Management today announced that it has launched a new iPad app, providing a revolutionary tool that will equip advisors to have in-depth, knowledgeable conversations about a broad range of market topics, and to share this information with clients in a customizable, interactive format.
The J.P. Morgan Insights app, which can be downloaded for free from the app store, is an extension of the firm's popular Market Insights program and Guide to the Markets, a collection of comprehensive market insights distributed in print to more than 90,000 advisors nationwide every quarter.
"Advisors rely on our Market Insights content to help clients make sense of market events. This information helps them cut through the headlines and extreme opinions of the day and make decisions based on facts, not emotions," said Marlene DeLuca, Head of Global Insights at J.P. Morgan Asset Management. "Providing direct access to this content through the Insights app will provide a greater degree of immediacy, flexibility and customization than was previously available."
With the J.P. Morgan Insights app, advisors can access and customize the intellectual capital of J.P. Morgan in a way that is unparalleled in the industry. Unique features include:
Ability to customize and share:
-- Select and "favorite" certain charts from the Guide to the Markets based
on topics of interest and create custom presentations that they can
share with clients to enhance their investment dialogue
-- Choose from related video, podcast and other multimedia insight pieces
to insert into custom folders
Strategist commentary:
-- Each of more than 60 slides from the Guide is accompanied by talking
points and custom audio commentary from one of our team of Global
Markets strategists to fully explain the concept
-- Allows advisors to include commentary from David Kelly and his team in
client meetings
Timely insights:
-- App is automatically updated when new content is released
-- Items saved in folders are updated as new data is available
-- New market recaps, podcasts and economic data added weekly
-- "Featured Insights" reflect our latest thinking on market developments
and opportunities
With the J.P. Morgan Insights app, advisors can access helpful market data to help explain a range of market topics, including global equity markets, correlations and volatility; diversified sources of income; interest rates and inflation; Federal Reserve policies and actions; Global Monetary policy; and, a broad range of economic, investment and asset class questions.
J.P. Morgan Asset Management, with assets under supervision of approximately $1.9 trillion and assets under management of $1.5 trillion (as of 3/31/13), is a global leader in investment management. J.P. Morgan Asset Management's clients include institutions, retail investors and high-net worth individuals in every major market throughout the world. J.P. Morgan Asset Management offers global investment management in equities, fixed income, real estate, hedge funds, private equity and liquidity. JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM), the parent company of J.P. Morgan Asset Management, is a leading global asset management firm with assets of approximately $2.1 trillion and operations in more than 60 countries. Information about JPMorgan Chase & Co. is available at http://www.jpmorganchase.com.
J.P. Morgan Asset Management is the marketing name for the asset management businesses of JPMorgan Chase & Co.
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CONTACT: Kristen Chambers, 212-622-4111, kristen.chambers@jpmchase.com
New Viacode Thermal Inkjet Performance At Industrial Speeds
PITTSBURGH, May 28, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Matthews Marking Systems introduces the Viacode L-Series thermal inkjet printer. Leveraging the same cartridge technology found in desktop printers, the L-Series provides high native print resolution (600 x 600 dpi) at nearly twice the speed of previous thermal inkjet systems. With a variety of ink types and colors available, the L-Series is a clean, fast, and cost-effective alternative to thermal transfer and adhesive labels for packaging and industrial applications marking onto paper, chipboard, corrugated, and plastics.
The L-Series is the second in a series of printers developed on the popular Viacode platform, which enables complete management of your enterprise marking and coding operations. The intuitive, touch screen interface of the Viacode controller makes message creation and selection simple, and is aided by a built-in image editor and ERP/MRP/WMS system integration capability. Print head configurations are available in 1/2", 1", or 2" print heights. The system is also completely expandable, allowing you to add other print heads or print technologies, as needed. Liz Churchill, Vice President of Sales & Marketing, adds, "This new platform makes our equipment smart, simple, and scalable. The unique advantage is the upgrade path across technologies, production lines, and facilities, making a system investment very secure."
For more information on Matthews' products and services, contact Lyndsey Farrow, Matthews Marking Systems, 6515 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15206. Telephone (412) 665-2536, fax (412) 665-2550, http://www.matthewsmarking.com. Matthews Marking Systems is a member of the Brand Solutions group of Matthews International Corporation.