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Sweden's Mutewatch Expanding With Brookstone Partnership

Time Management Tool Meets Fashion

STOCKHOLM, April 26, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    Mutewatch, one of Sweden's hottest innovations*, has brought its one-of-a-kind touch
screen watch to specialty retailer, Brookstone (select cities) and Brookstone.com
[http://www.brookstone.com/mutewatch-hidden-touchscreen-wristwatch ]. Celebrated by the
tech community for its unique engineering, and the fashion community for its sleek design,
Mutewatch is truly unlike anything else.

    Inspired by minimalist Swedish design, the solid-colored watch features a hidden
touchscreen that comes alive with either a tap of the finger or a flick of the wrist.
Functions include a clock, alarm, and timer - each accessible with a swipe of the
touchscreen. The watch's key feature is a silent vibrating alert that can subtly remind
the wearer when it's time to sum up a presentation, move on to another project, or head to
the next appointment.

    This silent reminder, from which the watch takes its name, is central to the brand's
goal of creating a fashionable and functional tool for time management. According to
Mutewatch CEO, Mai-Li Hammargren, "Our goal is to develop products that give people the
tools they need to manage their time in a sustainable way. The Mutewatch works for
everyone who has a set of tasks, a goal to achieve, and only 24 hours a day to do so."

    Brookstone will be featuring Mutewatch in select stores and online at Brookstone.com
[http://www.brookstone.com/mutewatch-hidden-touchscreen-wristwatch ]. Mutewatch will
retail for $259.00.

    Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak called the watch "a masterpiece of combining materials
in ways I've never before seen**" and Chanel creative director Karl Lagerfeld purchased
three watches in Paris.

    Press Imagery: http://mutewatch.com/press

    Brand Video: http://mutewatch.com/video

    About Mutewatch

    The idea for Mutewatch came during a business idea competition at the Stockholm School
of Economics in 2008. Product images were released in August 2010, gaining coverage by
Engadget, Gizmodo, and others. Riding a wave of preorders, production began and Mutewatch
was launched in July 2011.

    About Brookstone

    Brookstone is an innovative product development company and multichannel lifestyle
retailer. Brookstone operates over 200 stores nationwide and in Puerto Rico. Located in
high-traffic shopping malls and airports, the stores feature unique and innovative
consumer products. Brookstone also operates an e-commerce business that includes the
Brookstone catalog [http://www.brookstonemedia.com/eCat ] and Brookstone.com
[http://www.brookstone.com ]. Fans of Brookstone are encouraged to Like Brookstone on
Facebook [http://www.facebook.com/brookstone ], follow on Twitter
[http://www.twitter.com/brookstone.com ] and The Fancy
[http://www.thefancy.com/brookstoneinc ], and pin on Pinterest
[http://pinterest.com/mybrookstone ].

    Sources

    * http://eng.si.se/new-innovations-to-innovative-sweden

    ** http://www.cnet.com/2300-33506_1-10010505-2.html

Mutewatch

CONTACT: Contact: Andrew Rozas, Publicity Manager, andrew.rozas@mutewatch.com, +46-76-19-569-41

Panasonic's Slimmest, Stylish Digital Compact Camera LUMIX DMC-XS1 is Now Available in 10 Special Designs

SECAUCUS, N.J, April 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic is pleased to introduce 10 new exclusive designs for the sleek LUMIX DMC-XS1 (XS1).  This digital camera combines high picture quality and a host of creative options in Panasonic's slimmest body yet to make photography more artistic and fun.

Each extraordinary design pattern dresses the LUMIX XS1 even more stylishly for trend-conscious consumers, making them an ideal choice for a unique gift for families or friends. The new design patterns are based on the following six concepts:

    --  Pop Art - cheerful design with colorful graphics
    --  Gift Wrapping - designed in the motif of beautiful gift wrapping
    --  Floral Nature - designed in the motif of plants and flowers
    --  Digital - urban design with digital typography
    --  Texture - high fashion design with faux texture
    --  Japanese Traditional - design with Japanese traditional Kanji characters
But, the LUMIX XS1 is more than a style statement; it is a compact digital camera that delivers high quality photo / video recording. It incorporates a 24mm wide-angle 5x optical zoom lens (equivalent to 24 mm to 120 mm on a 35mm camera) for versatile image composition in an ultra flat body profile, which is made possible with Panasonic's advanced optical design and development technology. A variety of special effects that add fun to the shooting experience are integrated in the LUMIX XS1 - Creative Control, Creative Retouch and Creative Panorama. With a motion picture button on the top of the camera, 720p HD video recording can be started instantly. For beginners, iA (Intelligent Auto) mode allows users leave everything to the camera to take beautiful images with its MEGA O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer), Intelligent ISO Control, Intelligent Scene Selector, Intelligent Exposure and Face Detection. Once you enter the iA mode, these multi-capable functions occur automatically, so that you can shoot without the concern of adjusting settings when conditions change. The LUMIX XS1 also comes with Auto Retouch that applies retouching to the photo to help improve its quality.  In addition, the camera uses a microSD Memory Card and AC / USB power charging.

The ability to order the LUMIX DMC-XS1 in 10 new designs will begin  today at http://shop.panasonic.com/shop/model/DMC-XS1PZK09.

About Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America
Based in Secaucus, N.J., Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America, a Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America, the principal North American Subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation and the hub of Panasonic's U.S. marketing, sales, service and R&D operations, offers a wide-range of consumer solutions in the U.S. and Canada.  The Company's portfolio of innovative consumer products ranges from VIERA Full HD 3D Televisions, Blu-ray players, LUMIX Digital Cameras, Camcorders, Home Audio, Cordless Phones, Home Appliances, Wellness and Personal Care products and more.

Panasonic is pledged to practice prudent, sustainable use of the earth's natural resources and protect our environment through the company's Eco Ideas programs. In the 2012 Interbrand Annual Best Global Green Brands ranking, the Panasonic brand jumped four spots to number six: http://www.interbrand.com/en/best-global-brands/Best-Global-Green-Brands/2012-Report.aspx.  Follow Panasonic on Twitter @panasonicdirect, and additional company information for media is available at http://www.panasonic.com/pressroom.

SOURCE  Panasonic

Panasonic

CONTACT: Dan Unger (Media Relations), 201-392-4571, dan.unger@us.panasonic.com

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

Pantech Perception Launches

HAUPPAUGE, N.Y., April 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Brought to market by Personal Communications Devices, LLC (PCD), the highly anticipated new Pantech Perception launched today on Verizon Wireless. Exclusively available on America's largest 4G LTE network with Verizon Wireless, this device was designed with tech-savvy early adopters, and the always-connected smartphone consumer in mind.

The new Pantech Perception offers the latest technology for today's media-heavy mobile phone users, such as busy business professionals and tech literate young adults.  Exclusive to the Perception is its touchless Motion Sense technology, which provides high-use functionality with the simple wave of a hand.  Once activated, Perception users need not touch their screen, or any part of their device, to answer a call, change tunes, access a contact, or find a picture on their phone. Another exciting exclusive feature is Camnote technology, which allows users to scan and digitize notes that can then be tagged, searched, organized and shared.

Outfitted with Android Beam, the Perception allows users to share digital content directly with any NFC-enabled smartphone at the tap of a finger, such as a web page with a colleague, or favorite photo with a friend; and the Global Ready Perception, with global roaming coverage, keeps owners connected to friends, family or business associates anywhere in the world. All of this comes to life with a stunning 4.8-inch HD display for rich detail. Heavy media consumers will love the Perception's 8-megapixel rear and 2-megapixel front cameras and its 16GB of memory for storing videos, pictures and music.

"The Perception's Motion Sense technology takes ease-of-use to another level and will literally change people's perceptions of how they interact with their devices," said George Appling, President and CEO of PCD.

Aptly named, the Pantech Perception will make a great gift idea for upwardly mobile consumers celebrating perception-changing milestones, like new moms and dads for Mothers and Fathers day, and the high school and college grad who is about to develop a whole new outlook on the world.

The Global Ready Pantech Perception with Android 4.0, Ice Cream Sandwich (soon to be upgraded to Jelly Bean) is available online at http://www.verizonwireless.com and in stores for $99.99 with a $50 mail-in rebate and new two-year customer agreement.

For more information, user guide, photos, and specs on the Pantech Perception, please visit http://pcdphones.com/about-us/press-room/pantech-perception-launches.

About PCD

Built on a legacy of service and innovation, PCD http://www.pcdphones.com is committed to bringing you the wireless world. A global gateway for its technology partners throughout the Americas, PCD provides both carriers and manufacturers a rich array of product life cycle management services that includes planning and development; inventory; technical testing; quality control; forward and reverse logistics; sell-in and sell-thru, marketing & warranty support; and an extensive portfolio of high-quality and versatile wireless devices. PCD is based in Hauppauge, New York, and maintains operations facilities in Brea, California.

SOURCE  Personal Communications Devices, LLC

Personal Communications Devices, LLC

CONTACT: David Nesmith, Richards Partners, 214.891.2864, David_Nesmith@Richards.com

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

Sony Unveils 2013 Home Audio Product Line

The Company that has Kept Consumers In-Step to the Music for 50 Years Affirms its Commitment to the Best Sound Experience

Wide Array of Choices Meets the Home Audio System Needs of Any Consumer; Still the Only AV Receiver with Built-in Wi-Fi®, Bluetooth® and AirPlay®

LOS ANGELES, April 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- At a special listening and audition event today, Sony Electronics introduced its 2013 Home Audio product lineup, highlighting the STR-DN1040 Audio/Video Receiver and the HT-CT660 Soundbar. Available in June, both products boast of Sony's legendary commitment to quality sound, and are packed with connectivity and accessibility features. Both the STR-DN1040 receiver, priced at $599, and the HT-CT660 soundbar, priced at $399, will be available at Sony Stores and http://store.sony.com, as well as retailers nationwide.

"Our rich audio legacy leads consumers to expect continued innovation and performance from Sony audio products," said Neal Manowitz, director of Sony Electronics' Home Audio group. "The newest AV receiver in our line has the simplest, most user-friendly interface, which when combined with a world first and only AVR feature set of built-in Wi-Fi, AirPlay and Bluetooth connectivity, raises the bar with respect to usability, and does so with knockout sound performance. Likewise, the new soundbar extends the Sony line and brings theater-like, high-definition sound to any room in the house, with Bluetooth ease and convenience."

A Receiver Built for Sound - and More

The STR-DN1040 AV Receiver delivers premium home theater performance with 7.2 Channel 1155 Watts (165 W x 7) of power and ten HD inputs (8 HDMI in), and features a newly redesigned chassis, an increased power transformer as well as Sony-designed capacitors and audio-grade transistors. "Just like a musical instrument, this AV receiver is specially tuned to bring out the very best sonic performance," said Aaron Levine, product marketing manager of Sony Electronics' Home Audio group. "There is a sonic performance reason for every part, every material, and every assembly technique put into this receiver."

Even at low sound levels, features such as Sound Optimizer maintain the nuances of the complete sound field, perfect for watching effects-laden motion pictures. Sony's innovative High Definition Digital Cinema Sound(TM) (HD DCS) adds auditory depth for dramatic cinematic sound that faithfully reproduces the movie theater experience. Spectacular sound is further produced through support of Dolby® TrueHD, Pro Logic IIz and dts® HD enhanced audio codecs(1). For outstanding picture performance, video signals can be converted up to 4K Ultra HD HDMI®. Complementing the sound performance is ample connectivity for HD and 4K Ultra HD devices, supporting both new and legacy connectivity.

Sony offers consumers the only AV receivers with built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and AirPlay, and the STR-DN1040 receiver leads the way. Wi-Fi enables the STR-DN1040 receiver to easily access streaming media sources, and has integrated applications for Sony Entertainment Network's Music Unlimited, Pandora®, Slacker®, vTuner®, and more, as well as capabilities to seamlessly stream music from DLNA® enabled PCs. Moreover, with consumers more often accessing, storing, and playing music from mobile devices, the receiver also has built-in AirPlay and Bluetooth, allowing it to wirelessly receive the broadest amount of music from phones, tablets and computers. Users can also operate the receiver with the free Media Remote(TM) app available for both iPhones® and Android(TM) phones.

Also available in June is the STR-DN840 AV receiver, a 7.2 channel, 1050 Watt(2) juggernaut with the same connectivity convenience of built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and AirPlay. With six HDMI inputs, 4K pass-through, Sound Optimizer and more, the STR-DN840 is aggressively priced at just $449.

A Soundbar to Bring Boom to Any Room

Designed to bring the TV experience back to life, the HT-CT660 Soundbar is a 330 Watt system producing exceptional audio marked by rich, natural sounds and incredible clarity. The 2-way, 4-driver mica reinforced speaker system delivers exceptional sound clarity with detailed highs and lows, with big sound and minimal distortion, all complemented by a wireless subwoofer that brings feeling back to the low end, along with an added convenience of being able to be placed anywhere in the room. The three HDMI inputs allow easy connection to up to three devices, such as gaming consoles, Blu-ray Disc players and cable or satellite boxes, while delivering superior high-definition picture and sound quality. Movies are presented as directors intended, with Dolby® TrueHD and dts® HD Master Audio modes the reproduce high definition sound for uncompromised quality.

Adding to the soundbar's arsenal, Sony's S-Force® PRO Front Surround 3D technology synchronizes sounds to match the motion and depth of images on screen so viewers enjoy a fully immersive, simulated 3D surround experience without the bother and clutter of surround sound speakers.

Connecting the HT-CT660 soundbar with mobile devices such as phones and tablets to stream music is as simple as one touch of any Near-Field Communication (NFC) or Bluetooth enabled device. And with Bluetooth standby mode, you can start streaming and enjoying music without having to turn on any additional components.

Home Theaters to Bring Cinema to the Home

Sony also unveiled its complete Home Theater lineup, including the BDV-N8100W and BDV-N7100W "home theaters in a box." Both products feature 1000W, 5.1 channel 3D Blu-ray Disc Full HD 1080p playback, with built-in Wi-Fi to stream Netflix, HuluPlus, Pandora, the Sony Entertainment Network and more(3,) and wireless rear surround sound speakers. Additionally, NFC or Bluetooth enabled devices connect seamlessly with one touch. The BDV-N8100W system also features 3-way, 47-inch floor standing speakers for exceptional sound clarity and definition, with the upper portion of the speaker separable and ideal for wall-mounting installations.

Priced at $699 and $599 respectfully, the BDV-N8100W and BDV-7100W home theaters in a box are available now at Sony stores and online at http://store.sony.com, as well as electronics retailers nationwide.

For full specifications and high-resolution images, please visit http://www.sony.com/news.

(1 )Requires HDMI® cable and LPCM capable receiver.

(2 )1050 Watts Total System power (150W x 7 @ 8 ohms 1kHz 0.9% THD1 ch. driven)

(3 )Broadband speed of at least 2.5 Mbps recommended (10 Mbps for HD). Content subject to change and may require fees. Wireless connectivity requires an 802.11 home network.

SOURCE  Sony Electronics

Sony Electronics

CONTACT: Rob Manfredo, Sony Electronics Inc., (201) 930-6032, rob.manfredo@am.sony.com, or Ray Hartjen, Sony Electronics Inc., (408) 352-4818, ray.hartjen@am.sony.com

Web Site: http://www.sony.com/news

Sony Unveils 2013 Shelf Audio System Product Line

Special Features Enhance Sound Quality from Any Source

Mini Systems Deliver Big Sound with Unprecedented Wireless Connectivity, Built in LED Lights Turn Any Room into a Nightclub

LOS ANGELES, April 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- At a special listening event today, Sony Electronics debuted new products from its 2013 Shelf System and Personal Audio lines. Available May 27, the products exemplify Sony's legendary commitment to music and sound, and are packed with easy to use connectivity and accessibility features.

"Music is the soundtrack of our lives, and for generations Sony has delivered innovative, fun devices for sharing music as a part of most every social occasion," said Andrew Sivori, vice president product marketing, Sony Electronics' Home Entertainment & Sound division. "Our newest audio products not only deliver explosive sound, but do so with easy connectivity and built-in lights ready to start the celebration at any time."

A Sound Machine You Not Only Hear, but See and Feel

The RDH-GTK37iP portable sound system is a 420 Watt mega-boombox party on-the-go, with connectivity features designed to get the party started with OneTouch. Simply touch Near-Field Communications (NFC) enabled mobile devices such as smart phones and tablets to the sound system to quickly and easily stream your favorite music. Devices without NFC capabilities can still connect easily through the system's built-in Bluetooth. Additionally, a front USB input connects MP3 players and flash drives, and an integrated docking system accommodates iPod and iPhone devices with ease.

Music is powered through a 2-way bass reflex speaker system with dual subwoofers, delivering 420 Watts total RMS power to ears in the room and beyond, and EQ and DJ effect controls let you customize the sound and take over as MC. But, the party doesn't stop just there, as the system speakers also incorporate multicolored LED/strobe lights to display illumination effects, turning any room into the hottest club. Priced at $349, the RDG-GTK37iP boombox will be available at Sony Stores and http://store.sony.com, as well as electronics retailers nationwide.

High Wattage Mini Systems Let the Neighbors Know the Block Party Has Started

Last year Sony brought more than a little shake, rattle and roll into its music lineup with the LBT-SH2000 high wattage mini system, a 2000 Watt powerhouse that gained king of the hill status in cities nationwide for its ability to deliver disruptive sound. Joining it in this year's lineup are the new LBT-GPX55 and LBT-GPX77 mini systems. Boasting 1600 and 1800 wall shaking Watts respectively, the LBT-GPX55 and LBT-DPXX77 mini systems both feature 3-way speaker systems and a single disc CD player, as well as dual front USB inputs for use with MP3 players and flash drives and also include Bluetooth audio streaming with simple NFC OneTouch pairing.

Both products feature EQ and DJ effects controls, letting consumers develop and customize their own signature sound, and the Sony Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE) restores life to compressed MP3 files. Like the RDH-GTK37iP system, the LBT-GPX77 model has selectable multicolored LED illumination to pulse with the music.

Starting at $499 for the LBT-GPX55, both mini-systems are available at Sony stores and http://store.sony.com, and electronics retailers nationwide.

For full specifications and high-resolution images, please visit http://www.sony.com/news.

SOURCE  Sony Electronics

Sony Electronics

CONTACT: Rob Manfredo, Sony Electronics Inc., (201) 930-6032, rob.manfredo@am.sony.com, Ray Hartjen, Sony Electronics Inc., (408) 352-4818, ray.hartjen@am.sony.com

Web Site: http://www.sony.com/news

Mobile Forensics Goes Multilingual As Micro Systemation Taps LinguaSys Translation Technology

BOCA RATON, Fla., April 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- LinguaSys, Inc., the international provider of human language technologies producing highly customized Text Analytics, Translation and Natural Language User Interface software, today announced that Micro Systemation (MSAB), the international leader in forensic recovery of data from mobile devices, has chosen to embed LinguaSys' translation technology in its new analytical tool XAMN.

The Challenge

With an ever growing number of mobile devices being seized by investigators, the challenge of how to make sense of all the data is becoming a significant issue for phone forensic examiners. This matter is complicated even further when they recover data in a foreign language.

The Solution

MSAB has incorporated multilingual LinguaSys technology into their new XAMN product to allow users to interpret the contents of messages on mobile devices in real-time without requiring a connection to the internet.

XAMN, with Micro Systemation's XRY software, is used by investigators to retrieve information, such as pictures, SMS, call history, contact lists and application data, from smart-phones, mobile phones, 3G modems, GPS devices and tablets.  XAMN provides the analytics for specialists who need to compare data from multiple mobile devices together in one place, allowing them to visualize crucial connections, map geo-data, prove associations and see timelines for several different phones simultaneously, deriving greater meaning from the data. LinguaSys allows this process to be interpreted in multiple languages at once. 

LinguaSys' unique Carabao Linguistic Virtual Machine(TM) breaks down text to concepts and meanings.  They can then be synthesized into another language, analyzed to search for particular named entities, or interpreted to create a structured query for Q&A systems.  LinguaSys provides sentiment analysis at the sentence level and the deployment of new languages and lexicons faster and more cost effectively than competitors.  LinguaSys unleashes new value for large enterprises and governments seeking meaningful information from multilingual social networks and big data stores. 

"LinguaSys' superior human language technology solutions greatly increase the utility of MSAB's forensic data recovery products," said Jansen Cohoon, MSAB Product Specialist.  "We're excited to add LinguaSys' superior technology to our forensic product line."

"LinguaSys' alliance with Micro Systemation enables us to continue to expand and enhance our solutions for governments," said Brian Garr, CEO of LinguaSys.  "We're proud to partner with MSAB on their outstanding offerings."

About LinguaSys, Inc.

LinguaSys solves human language challenges in Big Data and social media for blue-chip clients around the world. Its natural language processing software provides real-time multilingual text mining, Machine Translation and fast, cost-effective natural language interfaces (NLUI).  The solutions are powered by LinguaSys' Carabao Linguistic Virtual Machine(TM), a proprietary interlingual technology, to deliver faster and more accurate results. Designed to be easily customized by clients, the solutions can be used via SaaS or behind the firewall. Headquartered in Boca Raton, FL, LinguaSys is an IBM Business Partner. http://www.linguasys.com@LinguaSys33431

About Micro Systemation

(MSAB) is the global leader in forensic technology for mobile device examination, with offices in Europe, the U.S. and a worldwide network of distributors. The Company has been involved with mobile communications since the '80's.  MSAB recently released XAMN to provide smart phone analytics to its customer base using XRY.    Since 2003, XRY has been deployed by police, law enforcement, military, government intelligence agencies and forensic laboratories in over 90 countries worldwide to investigate crime, fraud, counter terrorism, gather intelligence and fight corruption.  In the UK alone, MSAB supplies 97% of police forces.  http://www.msab.com/

LinguaSys Contact:

Brian Garr
CEO, LinguaSys
Phone: +1 561-755-7150
Email: brian.garr@linguasys.com

MSAB Contact:

Stefan Juleus
Marketing Director
Micro Systemation
Phone: +46 739 80 75 50
Email: stefan.juleus@msab.com

SOURCE  LinguaSys, Inc.

LinguaSys, Inc.

Web Site: http://www.linguasys.net

Panasonic Announces Pricing And Availability Of New Wireless Speaker Systems

SECAUCUS, N.J., April 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic today announces the pricing and availability of the new NE (Network Era) Series of wireless speaker systems.  The SC-NE1, SC-NE3 and SC-NE5 feature the ultimate in sound quality with full wireless connectivity.

Panasonic's new NE series has the latest in advanced networking features with enhanced high-quality sound for the ideal listening experience as well as a curved aero stream port to control the airflow and reduce the noise emitted from the ports, resulting in clearer, more robust bass.  This new wireless speaker concept is designed with the consumer in mind, allowing for streaming music without the need to dock the device. 

The NE5 includes docking/CD unit with a lightening pin connection to seamlessly work with the iPhone 5 /iPod touch (5th generation).  It also includes a USB terminal making it possible to connect with a wide range of music devices, while both the NE5 and NE3 can be synced through DLNA, AirPlay® and Bluetooth® for other Apple or Android devices.  AirPlay® allows users to wirelessly stream music from an iPad, iPhone, iPod or MAC/PC directly into the device through a wireless LAN network.  The new Panasonic Music Streaming app makes it easy for a user to control all the music streaming directly from their smartphone or tablet, no matter what wireless connection they use.   

Providing rich and strong sounds from treble to bass, the NE series features a 2-way Speaker System to treat listeners to clear, well-balanced sounds.  The rigid lightweight Nanosized Bamboo Cone speaker with high acoustic velocity is used to achieve sounds with high sound pressure and clarity. Enclosed in the system is a 3-1/8 inch Long Stroke Woofer which employs large-amplitude vibrations to produce the genuine deep base sounds.  Crystal clear dialog and vocals are also produced with the embedded one-inch Tweeter providing the listener with an unmatched audio experience.  A Pure Direct Sound System reduces distortion from sound reflection and the Direct-Vocal Surround feature positions musical instruments in a surround configuration, accentuating vocals in the center so a user can enjoy a concert-like experience.

The Panasonic SC-NE5, SRP $449.99, and SC-NE-3, SRP $299.99, will be available in May 2013 for at retailers nationwide and http://www.Panasonic.com.  The SC-NE1, SRP $199.99, is currently available.   

*"Made for iPod", "Made for iPad" and "Made for iPhone" mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, or iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod, or iPhone may affect wireless performance.

*AirPlay, the AirPlay logo, iPad, iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

*The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Panasonic Corporation is under license.

*Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

** LAN network must be set-up when using DLNA and/or AirPlay.

About Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America
Based in Secaucus, N.J., Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America, a Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America, the principal North American Subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation (NYSE: PC) and the hub of Panasonic's U.S. marketing, sales, service and R&D operations, offers a wide-range of consumer solutions in the U.S. and Canada. The Company's portfolio of innovative consumer products ranges from VIERA Full HD 3D Televisions, Blu-ray players, LUMIX Digital Cameras, Camcorders, Home Audio, Cordless Phones, Home Appliances, Wellness and Personal Care products and more.

Panasonic is pledged to practice prudent, sustainable use of the earth's natural resources and protect our environment through the company's Eco Ideas programs. In the 2012 Interbrand Annual Best Global Green Brands ranking, the Panasonic brand jumped four spots to number six: http://www.interbrand.com/en/best-global-brands/Best-Global-Green-Brands/2012-Report.aspx. Follow Panasonic on Twitter @panasonicusa, and additional company information for media is available at http://www.panasonic.com/pressroom.

SOURCE  Panasonic

Panasonic

CONTACT: Lori Chiazzo (Panasonic), 201-348-4178, Lori.Chiazzo@us.panasonic.com, or Blayne Murphy (Cohn & Wolfe), 212-798-9763, Blayne.Murphy@cohnwolfe.com

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

Mobiles Republic Powers HTC BlinkFeed(TM)

World's leading mobile news syndicator, and maker of popular app, News Republic, named as the technology content provider bringing more than 1,500 licensed news sources to HTC One® smartphones

SAN FRANCISCO, April 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Mobiles Republic, the leading mobile news syndicator, today announced it is the technology and content provider powering HTC BlinkFeed, a new experience that creates a customizable live stream of news and social updates on the home screen of the new HTC One smartphone, now available in U.S. AT&T and Sprint stores.

(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130425/NY01531LOGO )

"Smartphone users immerse themselves in a constant stream of updates, news and information, but very little of that stream could be customized or seen on the home screen, until now," said Drew Bamford, Assistant Vice President of User Experience at HTC. "We have re-imagined the mobile experience to reflect users' desires to tailor material to their needs. The new HTC One smartphone's HTC BlinkFeed user interface, including content syndicated from Mobiles Republic, gives people a taste of the future right now."

HTC BlinkFeed is a new user experience that transforms the home screen into a single live stream of personally-relevant information such as social updates, entertainment and lifestyle updates, news and photos.  HTC BlinkFeed aggregates fresh content from relevant and interesting sources, allowing consumers to snack on information, without the need to jump between multiple applications and web sites. To enable this new dynamic approach,  HTC has worked with Mobiles Republic to offer regional and global news content from an extensive line up of the most innovative media companies in the world.

"We are tremendously proud to have been selected by HTC to provide HTC BlinkFeed news content from our more than 1,500 licensed news partners from around the globe," said Gilles Raymond, Chief Executive Officer, Mobiles Republic. "Our innovative approach for news syndication and the full Mobiles Republic content delivery ecosystem is a good fit with HTC's focus on the user experience enhanced in HTC BlinkFeed."

About Mobiles Republic

Mobiles Republic is a leading mobile technology and content solutions provider of top-brand content from more than 1,500 leading media sources such as AOL, Associated Press, and CBS Interactive. The company delivers more than 10,000 articles each day to users of smart phones and tablets. Mobiles Republic has developed TagNav©, a semantic search and semantic targeting solution the drives the Mobiles Republic news engine in 6 languages. The company, with offices in Bordeaux, France, San Francisco, CA and around the globe, is the publisher of mobile apps including News Republic, Appy Geek, Appy Gamer, Sports Republic, and Glam Life - all now optimized for iPAD, Android and Windows 8 tablets.

For more information, visit http://www.mobilesrepublic.com. To learn more, follow Mobiles Republic on Twitter: @MobilesRep, or visit http://www.mobilesrepublic.com and see News Republic Youtube video.   Editorial inquiries: Jody@mobilesrepublic.com. 

HTC, HTC BlinkFeed and HTC One are the trademarks of HTC Corporation.       

SOURCE  Mobiles Republic

Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130425/NY01531LOGO
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Mobiles Republic

CONTACT: Jody Privette Young, (415) 328-4700, jody@mobilesrepublic.com

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

Altium Expands Customer Reach with FISHER/UNITECH Partnership

CARLSBAD, Calif., April 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Altium, a global leader in Smart System Design Automation and provider of solutions for 3D PCB design (Altium Designer) and embedded software development (TASKING), has partnered with FISHER/UNITECH, a leading SolidWorks reseller, to deliver Altium's unified electronic design solution and support to the company's expansive customer base in the Midwest. The Altium software is a compliment to the line of SolidWorks tools and solutions that FISHER/UNITECH currently carries and will help expand Altium's coverage in the US market.

"We are excited to add Altium products to our solutions matrix. Adding Altium Designer 2013 and Altium Vault Server to our product mix allows us to offer our customers a true concept to manufacture solution, which now includes the industry's best electronics design offering," said Charles Hess, chief executive officer of FISHER/UNITECH. "The new Altium Vault Server product extends our ability to significantly reduce our customers' development times."

FISHER/UNITECH will make available the full Altium product line to the Midwest including: Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Missouri and Kentucky. This will encompass Altium Designer, a unified system design solution targeting FPGA, PCB and embedded systems designers and the Altium Vault Server, a powerful engineering content management solution.

Altium Designer is a unified solution that helps customers improve team collaboration, eliminate data movement bottlenecks and shorten time to revenue. The Altium solution includes ECAD/MCAD 3D PCB integration, instant FPGA prototyping, flexible design reuse and robust ECO handling - competitive requirements in today's systems-based design industry.

The Altium Vault Server helps bridge the worlds of design with fabrication, assembly and procurement and provides users with key benefits such as live links to supply chain information, shortened design cycles, traceability and collaboration.

"We are excited to once again partner with a leading SolidWorks reseller in North America like FISHER/UNITECH to provide maximum local representation and expertise to our growing customer base. Altium has now partnered with three major SolidWorks Resellers to also represent Altium products; we feel significant synergy between these companies and their ability to provide local expertise and knowledge," said Chris Donato, director of sales for North America, Altium. "Moreover, FISHER/UNITECH's PLM expertise allows us to significantly accelerate adoption of our Altium Vault Server Technology."

About Altium
Altium Limited (ASX:ALU) creates electronics design software. Altium's unified electronics design environment links all aspects of electronics product design in a single application that is priced as affordable as possible. This enables electronics designers to innovate, harness the latest devices and technologies, manage their projects across broad design 'ecosystems', and create connected, intelligent designs.

Founded in 1985, Altium has headquarters in Shanghai, and operates worldwide. For more information, visitwww.altium.com. You can also follow and engage with Altium viaFacebook,Twitter andYouTube.

Media Contact:
Whitney True
McClenahan Bruer
+1 503-546-1000
altium@mcbru.com

SOURCE  Altium Inc.

Altium Inc.

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

Fujitsu Expands its FM3 Family of 32-bit MCUs with New Versions Featuring High-Capacity Memory, Low-Pin-Count Packaging

MCUs based on ARM® core support a broad range of applications, bring FM3 family to a total of 570 products

SUNNYVALE, Calif., April 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Fujitsu Semiconductor America (FSA) today introduced new 32-bit RISC microcontrollers based on the ARM(®) Cortex(TM)-M3 processor. The 38 new MCUs include the MB9BF529TPMC, which is equipped with high-capacity memory, and the MB9BF121JPMC, which features low-pin-count packaging. The new devices, which are optimal for system control in household appliances, office automation systems and industrial equipment, bring the growing family of Fujitsu FM3 MCUs to a total of 570 products. Sample quantities of the latest devices will be available starting May 10, 2013.

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The MCUs announced today are part of the Basic Group of the FM3 Family, which balances performance and cost. Highlights among the 38 new devices are the high-capacity MB9B520T/420T/320T/120T Series (which features up to 1.5MB of flash memory), the low-pin MB9B120J Series (which is available in 32-pin packaging), and the low-power MB9A420L/120L Series (which supports CAN communications).

Fujitsu MB9B520T Series Features High-capacity Memory

The MB9B520T/420T/320T/120T Series features peripheral functions including CAN, USB 2.0 Host/Function, multifunction serial (UART/CSI0/LIN/I(2)C) and other serial communications features. A multifunction timer is capable of inverter control. Some versions provide internal flash memory ranging up to 1.5MB - the highest capacity option in the FM3 family. The MB9B520T series, available in 144-pin to 192-pin packages, is optimal for inverter control applications in household appliances and in motors used in office automation equipment, as well as for man-machine interface control in AV equipment. The high-capacity memory makes it possible to support multiple languages in the display components of AV and office automation equipment.

Low-Pin-Count Packaging Makes MB9B120J Series Ideal for Inverter Control Designs

The new MB9B120J Series is the first series in the FM3 family to feature 32-pin packaging. The series is available at operating speeds of up to 72 MHz, which is the highest for the Basic Group of products. A multifunction timer capable of inverter control and a high-speed, high-sensitivity,12-bit AD converter make this series an optimal choice for applications requiring low-pin inverter control (such as general-use inverters and motors for low-end industrial equipment), as well as for household appliances (like refrigerators, washing machines, and induction heating cookware). The series is also ideal for devices that require a one-to-one motor-to-microcontroller system architecture.

MB9A420L/120L Series Features CAN Communications, Energy-efficiency

In addition to leveraging the energy-efficient technology of the FM3 Family's Low Power Group of products, the MB9A420L/120L Series features CAN communications functionality, a multifunction timer for inverter control, and a 10-bit DA converter. The series, which is available in 48-pin to 64-pin packages, is designed for use in equipment that requires push-button tone control, such as elevators, building management applications, and electronic switchboards.

The Fujitsu FM3 MCU family, introduced in 2010, also includes High Performance, Low Power, and Ultra Low Leak groups. Fujitsu will soon expand its microcontroller portfolio with the FM4 Family of Cortex-M4 core-based processors and the FM0+ Family of Cortex-M0+ core-based processors.

For more information about the Fujitsu FM3 family, visit: http://us.fujitsu.com/semi/mcu/fm3.

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About Fujitsu Semiconductor America, Inc.

Fujitsu Semiconductor America, Inc. (FSA) is a leading designer and developer of innovative semiconductor products and solutions for new generations of consumer, communications, automotive and industrial products. FSA provides a comprehensive portfolio of high-quality, reliable semiconductor products and services throughout North and South America. Founded in 1979 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Fujitsu Semiconductor America (formerly Fujitsu Microelectronics America) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fujitsu Semiconductor Limited (FSL), Japan.

For product information, visit the company's website at http://us.fujitsu.com/semi, e-mail FSA_inquiry@us.fujitsu.com or call 1-800-866-8608. For company news and updates, connect with FSA on Twitter (http://twitter.com/FujitsuSemiUS), Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/FujitsuSemiconductorAmerica), or YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/FujitsuSemiUS).

Company and product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Information provided in this press release is accurate at time of publication and subject to change without advance notice.

SOURCE  Fujitsu Semiconductor America, Inc.

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Fujitsu Semiconductor America, Inc.

CONTACT: Steven Wolpern, Fujitsu Semiconductor America, Inc., 1-408-737-5625, FSA_PR@us.fujitsu.com; Dick Davies, IPRA, 1-415-652-7515, ipra@mindspring.com

Web Site: http://www.fma.fujitsu.com

RS Components Announces Availability of New MOSFET Devices from Fairchild Semiconductor

OXFORD, England, April 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

            Seven new devices in DrMOS family deliver world-beating combination of

                leading-edge power performance in an ultra-compact package

    RS Components [http://uk.rs-online.com/web ] (RS), the trading brand of
Electrocomponents plc [http://www.electrocomponents.com ] (LSE:ECM), the world's leading
high service distributor of electronics and maintenance products, today announced
availability of seven new DrMOS MOSFET devices from Fairchild Semiconductor
[http://uk.rs-online.com/web/generalDisplay.html?id=spotlight/Fairchild&cm_mmc=short_url-_-Aug_10-_-fairchild-_-spotlight-Fairchild ]
(NYSE: FCS), a leading global supplier of high
performance semiconductor solutions for power and mobile products. The devices offer
high-current handling capabilities in an ultra-compact package leading to high PCB packing
density, superior to that of competitive products.

    The DrMOS family is Fairchild's next-generation, fully optimized and ultra-compact
integrated MOSFET-plus-driver power-stage solution for high-current high-frequency
synchronous buck DC-DC applications. The FDMF6820C
[http://uk.rs-online.com/web/p/dc-dc-converters/7729152 ], for example, integrates a driver
IC, two power MOSFETs and a bootstrap Schottky diode into a thermally enhanced
ultra-compact 6x6mm PQFN package.

    The seven new devices, which include the FDMF6820A/B/C, FDMF6823A/B/C and FDMF6833C,
implement Fairchild's proprietary and patented PowerTrench(TM) MOSFET technology
[http://uk.rs-online.com/web/c/semiconductors/power-management-ics/mosfet-power-drivers/?sra=p ]
. PowerTrench technology provides clean switching and minimal ringing, and
significantly reduces the need for external snubber circuit components in most buck
converter applications.

    Key applications for the modules include: high-performance gaming motherboards;
compact Blade Servers; desktop computers; workstations; high-current DC-DC point-of-load
converters; networking and telecom microprocessor voltage regulators; and small
form-factor voltage regulator modules.

    RS currently holds inventory of approximately 1900 Fairchild parts and has recently
added more than 300 new products, all available from stock for same-day despatch.

    About RS Components

    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 2012 had revenues of GBP1.27bn.

    For more information, please visit our website at http://uk.rs-online.com/web.

    Further information is available via these links:

    Twitter: @RSElectronics; @alliedelec; @designsparkRS

    RS Components on Linkedin

    http://www.linkedin.com/company/rs-components

    Relevant Links:

    Electrocomponents plc [http://www.electrocomponents.com ]

    http://www.electrocomponents.com

    RS Components [http://www.rs-components.com ]

    http://www.rs-components.com

    DesignSpark

    http://www.designspark.com

    About Fairchild Semiconductor:

    Fairchild Semiconductor [http://www.fairchildsemi.com ] (NYSE: FCS) - global presence,
local support, smart ideas. Fairchild delivers energy-efficient, easy-to-use and
value-added semiconductor solutions for power [http://www.fairchildsemi.com/power ] and
mobile [http://www.fairchildsemi.com/applications/diagrams/mobile.html ] designs. We help
our customers differentiate their products and solve difficult technical challenges with
our expertise in power and signal path products. Please contact us on the web at
http://www.fairchildsemi.com.

    Follow us on Twitter @ http://twitter.com/FairchildSemi

    View product and company videos, listen to podcasts and comment on our blog @
http://www.fairchildsemi.com/engineeringconnections

    Visit us on Facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/FairchildSemiconductor

RS Components

CONTACT: Editorial Contact: Joanne Youson / RS Components / joanne.youson@rs-components.com / +44-(0)1536-405752. PR Agency Contact: Janice Fenton / Publitek Technology PR / janice.fenton@publitek.com / +44-(0)1225-470000. Fairchild Semiconductor Editorial Contacts: Paul R. Hughes / Public Relations Manager / 1-(800)-341-0392 X 3110 / Email: paul.hughes@fairchildsemi.com; Malorie Pastor / Public Relations Coordinator / 1-(800)-341-0392 X 3362 / E-mail: malorie.pastor@fairchildsemi.com.

Big Fish's "Mystery Case Files: Escape from Ravenhearst Collector's Edition" Comes to iPhone, iPad & iPod touch

Darker Game Themes and Features Take Adventure Gaming to New Audiences

SEATTLE, April 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Big Fish, the world's largest producer of casual games, today announced the release of "Mystery Case Files®: Escape from Ravenhearst", available now on the App Store. With more than 100 Million downloads, the "Mystery Case Files" series is one of Big Fish's most successful puzzle adventure franchises. This eighth game in the series challenges players to solve the most intriguing and demented case yet, with a mixture of incredible gameplay mechanics, including morphing objects, and brilliantly designed door puzzles.

"Mystery Case Files: Escape from Ravenhearst" gameplay trailer can be seen here.

"Mystery Case Files: Escape from Ravenhearst" starts at the burned out Ravenhearst Manor, a mysterious 19th century mansion constructed by Charles Dalimar as a symbol of affection for his love, Emma Ravenhearst. From there players must follow the haunted past to learn more about the manor's mysterious origins, unearthing harrowing new details in the Ravenhearst tale as they move through the game to a unforgettable climax.

"We designed this game to push the envelope in ways that leave mainstream consumers in awe," said Patrick Wylie, Vice President of Big Fish Studios. "Additionally long-time avid fans of "Mystery Case Files" will get huge doses of what they know and love. The game includes immersive adventure, an interactive story, cinematic art and rewarding puzzles. Even more so than its predecessors, this "chapter" of "Mystery Case Files" will tap the deepest recesses of every player's psyche."

"Mystery Case Files: Escape from Ravenhearst's" legendary Ravenhearst manor reveals unimaginable facts about a disturbing, unsolved mystery. Its engaging storyline is complemented by haunting performances from live actors that fans from the series have come to know and love, and is underscored by an original music soundtrack. The Collectors' Edition of "Mystery Case Files: Escape from Ravenhearst" also features additional gameplay, an integrated strategy guide, and a special gameplay bonus featuring the casebook.

"Mystery Case Files: Escape from Ravenhearst" App is available for $2.99 from the App Store on the iPhone and iPod touch, and $6.99 from the App Store on iPad at http://www.AppStore.com.

About Big Fish Games

Founded in 2002, Big Fish Games is the world's largest producer of casual games; dedicated to bringing engaging entertainment to everyone, anywhere, on any device. Through its proprietary, data-driven platform, millions of consumers seeking engaging entertainment easily discover and play PC and mobile games created by Big Fish's network of more than 600 development partners and its in-house Big Fish Games.  The company has distributed more than 2 billion games from a growing catalog of 3,000+ unique PC games and 300+ unique mobile games, and offers cross-platform streaming games via the proprietary universal cloud gaming service, Big Fish Unlimited.  Big Fish's games are played in more than 150 countries on a wide variety of devices across 13 languages.  The company is headquartered in Seattle, WA, with regional offices in Oakland, CA; Cork, Ireland; Vancouver, Canada; and Luxembourg.  For more information visit http://www.bigfishgames.com.

SOURCE  Big Fish

Big Fish

CONTACT: Susan Lusty, +1-206-269-3672, susan.lusty@bigfishgames.com

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

Invisible Minicomputer Turns TV Into Multimedia Jukebox

ROTTERDAM, April 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    New Stealth Nighthawk F-117A gives consumers total freedom

    Dutch company Anaar developed a new minicomputer which makes it possible to play all
kinds of files, videos and music from the PC, tablet, smartphone or any other device
wireless on the television. The Stealth Nighthawk F-117A turns the TV into a multimedia
jukebox, that opens up unlimited ways to play films and music.

    (Photo:
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130425/610948 )

    The Stealth Nighthawk F-117A works almost the same as the famous Raspberry Pi
minicomputer and his half its size. However, the developers gave the device a nicer
design, which makes it look like an USB stick. By plugging it into the television, people
can stream all files from servers, hard disks and other devices to the screen and view it
by their TV remote control. Because it uses XBMC software an open platform is created,
that can play all kinds of files, without being dependent on Apple or Google. The software
will scan all media and create a personalized library. There even are playlist and
slideshow functions, a weather forecast feature and many audio visualizations.

    By using Linux software de television transforms into a real PC, which can be used for
browsing, save or open files. ,,This minicomputer gives users absolute freedom in deciding
for themselves what they want to play on their devices," managing director James Ibrahim
of Anaar says.

    The name of the minicomputer refers to the American jets which our invisible to radar.
,,When you plug it at the backside of your television, you can't see it anymore, just like
the real F-117A," Ibrahim explains.

    The mini-computer can be taken and plugged-in everywhere, shares media through WiFi
and is plugged-in on the television through the HDMI- and USB-gate. Because it needs just
a little electricity, sticking it in the USB-gate of the TV gives it sufficient power.

    The creative Rotterdam IT company wants to take the Stealth Nighthawk F-117A in
production this summer. Therefore it started a crowdfunding campaign on popular website
Indiegogo. Ibrahim needs 40.000 dollar to start, he expects. All investors receive a
Stealth Nighthawk F-117A with all accessories in return.

    More information:
http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/xbmc-os-on-stealth-nighthawk-f-117a-tvdongle

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Anaar

CONTACT: Note to editors: For further information please contact managing director James Ibrahim of Anaar, Tel: +31-10-7070980, Mob: +31-6-49264969, E-mail: s.ibrahim@anaar.nl

DailyObjects.com Emerges as an Online Accessories Specialist

NEW DELHI, April 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    Accessories have graduated into an essential component of our everyday existence and
this trend is prevalent across the globe. Recent years have also witnessed the emergence
of online retail and today, online shopping is fast emerging as the preferred way to buy.
However, the online retail niche is rather scattered when it comes to purchasing
accessories. Yes, there are portals that offer different types of lifestyle accessories
but largely, this space remains highly unorganized. There is a distinct lack of dedicated
online retailers that can be trusted for offering the latest and original accessories.
Taking a cue from this trend, DailyObjects.com [http://www.dailyobjects.com ] was
conceptualized and very quickly, it has emerged as the foremost choice for people looking
to buy trendy and sensibly-priced accessories.

    (Logo:
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130425/611033)

    Carving a Niche

    The founders of DailyObjects Pankaj Garg and Saurav Adlakha, summarize, "There is a
distinct lack of clarity about things being sold in the accessory segment.
DailyObjects.com was founded with the idea that accessories are essentially entities that
simplify our daily existence. Thus, they deserved a dedicated space. DailyObjects.com does
exactly this - it provides a systematically-listed range of accessories across every
lifestyle segment."

    DailyObjects.com isn't just another online sales portal. It doesn't try to overwhelm
the consumer with multiple shopping choices. Instead, it offers a devoted online platform
for purchasing accessories only, albeit with an abundance of options. Accessory solutions
include offerings for cameras, mobiles, travel & grooming gear, laptops & automobiles to
gaming & storage devices.

    Engaging Customers

    Being specialists in a retail segment and the promise of offering genuine items has
worked in favor of DailyObjects.com, helping them register an increasing number of
first-time sales and establish a high recall value without undertaking mass marketing
initiatives. DailyObjects.com has emerged as one of the handful portals that can boast of
selling exclusive accessories for globally-popular brands like Apple
[http://www.dailyobjects.com/apple ], Samsung [http://www.dailyobjects.com/samsung ],
Blackberry [http://www.dailyobjects.com/blackberry-accessories ], Nokia
[http://www.dailyobjects.com/nokia ] and Sony [http://www.dailyobjects.com/sony ]. People
at DailyObjects.com are working hard to ensure that they can meet and exceed customer
expectations. This is why the portal now showcases a wide range of cases for most-demanded
gadgets like the iPhone5
[http://www.dailyobjects.com/apple-accessories/cases-screen-guard/iphone-cases/iphone-5-cases-cover-screen-guard ]
, Samsung Note2
[http://www.dailyobjects.com/mobile-accessories/mobile-cases-covers/samsung-cases-covers/samsung-galaxy-note-ii-n7100-cases-screenguard ]
and Sony Experia Z
[http://www.dailyobjects.com/mobile-accessories/mobile-cases-covers/sony-ericsson-cases-covers ]
. DailyObjects is one of the first portal who have launched cases and screen guard
for Samsung Galaxy S4
[http://www.dailyobjects.com/mobile-accessories/mobile-cases-covers/samsung-cases-covers/samsung-galaxy-s4-i9500-cases-screen-guard ]
, which is soon to be launched. Learning their
lessons from online retail trends, the team at DailyObjects.com has ensured that the
consumer is assisted in making an informed decision. Each item is supported with a crisp
description and the entire shopping experience is transparent and undemanding.

    Making Pre-Engagement Work

    DailyObjects.com realizes that mobile-savvy consumers often demand a protective and
aesthetic accessory at the time of buying mobiles and not as an after-thought. For many
consumers, the accessorized appearance of their mobile phones is the complete, clothed
look. As a result, many mobile accessory brands have started releasing accessories for
soon-to-be-launched mobile phones. However, the accessory market is overpowered by a few
brands, and even among these, the consumer-connect is rather unimpressive. Bridging the
gap between accessory-loving consumers and stylish accessory brands, DailyObjects.com has
preempted the launch of popular releases like the Blackberry z10 and Samsung Galaxy S4 and
launched cases/covers for these sought-after gadgets.

    About DailyObjects.com

    DailyObjects was established in 2012 by a group of accessory-loving folks who realized
that sometimes accessories are as important as the parent product. Today, this portal has
transformed into a unique, virtual warehouse of creative and stylish accessories which
simplify and energize your everyday existence. At the moment, more than 150 renowned
international brands sell their latest creations on this website, helping consumers
embellish, fashionize, refurbish or maximize the functionality of their favorite
gadgets/devices.

    Primary Media Contact: Ashish, ashish@dailyobjects.com, 91-9711112957

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Peopic Retail Pvt Ltd (Daily Objects)

CONTACT: PRN

CA Technologies Delivers a Clear Path for Mainframe Customers to Embrace the Future of the Dynamic Data Center

MUMBAI, April 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    Strategy Will Enable Customers to Take Advantage of the Dynamic Data Center Across
Mainframe, Distributed and Cloud

    CA WORLD - CA Technologies (NASDAQ: CA) today announced a strategic direction to help
mainframe customers embrace the future dynamic data center and move closer to the ideal
state of unbounded business enablement at zero cost.

    The company has made significant new investments in mainframe solutions to provide
customers with the tools to manage data centers with utmost reliability, security and
speed.

    "Information technology is in the midst of a tremendous change cycle," said Michael
Madden, General Manager, Mainframe, CA Technologies. "We have responded with a strategy
that serves the evolving requirements of the data center, including cost-effectiveness,
data security and speed and a fantastic end-to-end customer experience."

    Once bound by on-premise facilities, data centers today are a dynamic mix of
on-premise and virtual computing power. CA Technologies is substantially evolving its
mainframe management solutions to make such dynamic data centers possible and aligned to
meet business needs.

    The CA Technologies Mainframe strategy will help customers by:

    . Sustaining investments in foundational technologies that are critical to the
evolution of data centers and the modern mainframe;

    . Collaborating closely with customers on product design to help CA Technologies
develop products that meet customers' most critical IT needs; and

    . Streamlining for savings and return on investment through the company's Mainframe
Software Rationalization Program (MSRP), which assesses customers' portfolio needs and can
help them to realize estimated savings of up to $1.4 million* a year.

    CA Technologies is making great strides in delivering a mainframe portfolio that helps
customers transition to the dynamic data center-one that delivers business services
seamlessly across mainframe, distributed systems and the cloud.

    . Extensive Mainframe Portfolio [http://www.ca.com/us/mainframe.aspx ]: includes
integrated products designed to cut the total cost of ownership for customers, and deliver
lower licensing costs, simple installation processes and easy upgrades.

    . CA Mainframe Chorus [http://www.ca.com/us/products/detail/CA-Mainframe-Chorus.aspx
]: focuses on a unique user experience rather than on applications for a robust mainframe
management platform that lets users create dashboards to manage DB2, workload automation
and other functions all from one place.

    . CA Workload Automation
[http://www.ca.com/us/products/detail/CA-7-Workload-Automation.aspx ]: integrates the user
experience across the hybrid computing environment of mainframe, distributed and cloud.
The solution includes several new capabilities that help customers reduce complexity and
proactively manage and anticipate the needs of the dynamic data center.

    . CA Technologies World-Class Support [http://www.ca.com/us/Support.aspx ]: the
company recently earned the NorthFace ScoreBoard AwardSM
[http://www.omegascoreboard.com/news/news-releases/omega-honors-30-companies-for-delivering-world-class ]
(NFSB) for customer service excellence, demonstrating its dedicated focus
on customers. CA Communities [https://communities.ca.com ], CA Technologies online user
community, provides customers with direct access to its more than 38,000 company experts,
partners and users.

    The mainframe is a workhorse in the backend of much of today's critical business, and
CA is busy enabling other capabilities in its portfolio to work with mainframe solutions,
to provide a seamless and successful customer experience across distributed, cloud and
mobile operations.

    "Our unique advantage is that we can manage virtual data centers from soup to nuts,"
said Madden. "We can tie everything together and manage it holistically when we bring the
full CA Technologies portfolio to bear."

    For more information, see these additional resources:

    . Mainframe home page [http://www.ca.com/us/mainframe.aspx ]

    . Mainframe Voice Blog [http://community.ca.com/blogs/mainframe-voice ]

    . CA Mainframe Twitter [https://twitter.com/CAmainframe ]

    *Annual savings estimation is derived from analyses of CA Technologies customer
contracts. This value is not a guarantee of achievable results and will vary depending
upon current infrastructure, people and processes, as well as the appropriate, effective
implementation, adoption and use of the CA Technologies solution.

    About CA Technologies

    CA Technologies (NASDAQ: CA) provides IT management solutions that help customers
manage and secure complex IT environments to support agile business services.
Organizations leverage CA Technologies software and SaaS solutions to accelerate
innovation, transform infrastructure and secure data and identities, from the data center
to the cloud. Learn more about CA Technologies at http://www.ca.com [http://www.ca.com ]

    Follow CA Technologies

    . Press Releases [http://www.ca.com/us/press-releases.aspx ]

    . CA Communities [https://communities.ca.com ]

    . Social Media Page [http://www.ca.com/us/social-media ]

    . Twitter [http://www.twitter.com/cainc ]

    Legal Notices

    Copyright (c) 2013 CA. All Rights Reserved. One CA Plaza, Islandia, N.Y. 11749. All
other trademarks, trade names, service marks, and logos referenced herein belong to their
respective companies.

    Primary Media Contact: Pallavi Bordoloi, pallavi.bordoloi@ca.com, 91-9867696467

    Secondary Media Contact: Nikita Nadwani, nikita.nadwani@2020msl.com, 91-9167443578

CA Technologies

CONTACT: PRN

LUMIX DMC-LF1 The Superior Camera Choice for Challenging Shooting Conditions

Featuring a built-in EVF and a F2.0 LEICA DC VARIO-SUMMICRON Lens with 7.1x Optical Zoom

SECAUCUS, N.J., April 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic is proud to announce a new digital pocketable compact camera LUMIX DMC-LF1(LF1), part of the new LF series - a sister line of the world-renowned LX series which have been long acclaimed by photo enthusiasts for its high picture quality and creative ability. The new LF1 incorporates a 0.2-inch 200K-dotpractical EVF, the LF1 features 3-inch large 920K-dot Intelligent LCD, assuring highly visibility in both shooting and image playback.  An F2.0 LEICA DC VARIO-SUMMICRON lens and 1/1.7-inch large High Sensitivity MOS Sensor are integrated into a sleek, stylish profile. The F2.0 fast LEICA DC VARIO-SUMMICRON lens boasts excellent performance and achieves 7.1x high optical zoom (35mm camera equivalent: 28-200mm) making this camera even more versatile. The 1/1.7-inch large High Sensitivity MOS Sensor and the high performance Venus Engine achieves clear image recording even at high sensitivity, taking advantage of the rich amount of light.

With Wi-Fi® connectivity with NFC (Near Field Communication) technology, the LF1 features "Touch & Share" in which users can connect the camera to their smartphone/tablet anywhere with one touch to share an image easily right on the spot. It is also possible to use a smartphone/tablet as a multi-capable remote shutter with a monitor. With the new Instant Transfer function, photos are automatically sent to the smartphone/tablet right after shooting. Additionally, both photo and video can be archived to the registered digital device such as a PC automatically via the wireless access point (router) at home.

For step-up users who pursue higher expressive performance, the LF1 comes equipped with a variety of manual functionalities. Newly integrated Control Ring and Composition Guide help the user experience advanced photography with ease. A variety of special effects that add fun to the shooting experience are also integrated in LF1-Creative Panorama, Creative Control and Creative Retouch, featuring a total of maximum 15 attractive filter effects*.

The LF1 records 1,920 x 1,080 60i (NTSC) full-HD video recording in AVCHD / MP4** with high quality stereo sound. The 7.1x optical zoom is also available in video recording. The POWER O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) with Active Mode powerfully suppresses blur even in video recording.

Advanced in function and more fashionable in design - the LF1 is for users who want to get more inspired by photography in their sophisticated lifestyles. 

*Some modes of Creative Control cannot be used in Creative Panorama and Creative Retouch.

** 30p (NTSC) / 25p MP4 recording. 

- Maximum time to record motion pictures continuously with [MP4] is 29 minutes 59 seconds or up to 4 GB. 

- You can check the recordable time on the screen. (For [FHD] in [MP4] format, the file size is large and so the recordable time will drop below 29 minutes 59 seconds.)

1.    Practical EVF and Large, High Resolution LCD for Easy Viewing of Image 
The LF1 is a premium sleek, stylish digital compact camera with the *only 0.2-inch EVF with an adjustable diopter (Electronic Viewfinder) in its class. Its EVF features 200K-dot resolution and 100% field of view. It assures stable framing and high visibility of live view image even under strong sunlight.

The 3.0-inch, 920,000-dot Intelligent LCD with super high resolution and a wide viewing angle features automatic brightness adjustment in 7 steps as the surrounding brightness level changes, ensuring easy visibility at all times. The big screen with AR coating reflects fine details, making it easy to check the focus before shooting. It also serves as a small photo and video viewer, allowing the user and friends to enjoy viewing the still and motion images together.

* For compact premium point and shoot at the time of this announcement.

2.    The F2.0 Fast LEICA DC VARIO-SUMMICRON Lens with 7.1x Optical Zoom 
The LF1 is equipped with newly developed 28mm wide angle LEICA DC VARIO-SUMMICRON lens with 7.1x optical zoom (35mm camera equivalent: 28-200mm). This superb lens features F2.0 high speed, which boasts approximately twice the speed of an F2.8 lens. The extraordinarily rich amount of light allows not only higher shutter speed to capture stunningly clear, sharp, blur-free images in low lighting, but also delivering  impressive expression to the image by reproducing exquisite gradation and mellow defocus. The lens unit consists of 10 elements in 8 groups with 4 aspherical lenses with 7 aspherical surfaces including an ED (Extra-low Dispersion) lens that compensates for chromatic aberration at entire zoom range.

The super-high-quality LEICA DC VARIO-SUMMICRON lens minimizes distortion at the wide end, so users can get stunning, true-to-life images with outstanding resolution and detail. For more effective countermeasures against hand-shake which tends to occur in shooting with a long zoom, POWER O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) with Active Mode is equipped with the LF1 to powerfully suppress blur in both photo and video recording.

3.    The Large 1/1.7-inch 12.1-megapixel High Sensitivity MOS Sensor and Venus Engine 
The LF1 integrates a large 1/1.7-inch, 12.1-megapixel High Sensitivity MOS Sensor which is larger in size than standard digital compact cameras. Thanks to the extensive light receiving area of each cell, the performance of image recording in low light is superior with its excellent wide dynamic range. The result is a high resolution image with stunning clarity not only in high sensitivity recording but also in low ISO settings reproducing rich gradation with the exquisitely wide dynamic range even when there is a great deal of contrast in the subject.

The high performance image processor Venus Engine also boasts advanced signal processing. The Venus Engine enables deliberate noise reduction processing without missing low-frequency noise by searching a large detection area to achieve high sensitivity image recording even at ISO 12,800. In addition, Edge Smoothing NR technology helps render smooth edges even at high ISO settings.

The high speed digital signal output technology is integrated to realize high speed consecutive shooting at 10 fps in full resolution with mechanical shutter and to record full-HD 60i (NTSC) smooth video in AVCHD/MP4*. It also contributes to the high speed Sonic Speed AF to catch the most fleeting shooting opportunities. In addition, the high speed burst shooting at 60 fps is available to capture subject with fast motion**. 

* 30p (NTSC) MP4 recording.

** In max.2.5-megapixel (4:3), 3-megapixel (3:2), 3.5-megapixel (16:9) and 2-megapixel (1:1)

4.    Creative Panorama & Creative Control / Creative Retouch
The LF1 is also equipped with popular Creative Control and Creative Retouch featuring a total of 15 filter effects - Retro, Expressive, High Key, Low Key, Sepia, Dynamic Monochrome, Impressive Art, High Dynamic, Toy Effect, Miniature Effect, Star Filter, Cross Process, Soft Focus, One Point Color and Old Days. The Creative Control lets users shoot with a filter effect while checking how it makes a difference in the picture, which can also be used for video recording, too*. The Creative Retouch enables applying a filter effect on the picture even after shooting in camera.

With the Creative Panorama function, it is possible to apply filter effect of Retro, Expressive, High Key, Low Key, Sepia, Dynamic Monochrome, Impressive Art, High Dynamic, Star Filter, Cross Process, Soft Focus, One Point Color and Old Days to the horizontal / vertical panoramic image, which can be shot by sweeping the camera in any four directions - to the right, left, top or bottom.

    --  Soft Focus and Star Filter cannot be used in video recording.
5.    Get More Inspired with Specialty Functions 
A variety of advanced functions are equipped with LF1 to spur more interest of step-up users in photography. Manual control is easy thanks to the Control Ring, which enables direct, intuitive control over frequently-used settings - zooming, aperture, shutter speed, ISO sensitivity and filter of Creative Control / Creative Panorama. To assist learning photography, Composition Guide is also available in LF1. It is easy to shoot a photo with great composition by just choosing most suitable pattern of composition from- Rule of Thirds Offset, Diagonal Lines, Tunnel, Radiation1, Radiation2 and S-shape - and framing the subjects along the guided lines. Furthermore, LF1 is equipped with Level Gauge to detect the horizontal / vertical angle of view using its internal level working with the acceleration sensor. This is helpful to keep horizontal composition precisely even when shooting at a high or low angle.

6.    Shoot, View, Share Images in More Flexible Way with Wi-Fi® Connectivity with NFC 
The LF1 integrates a Wi-Fi® connectivity (IEEE 802.11 b/g/n) with NFC (Near Field Communication) technology to offer a more flexible shooting experience and instant image sharing with easy operation. The NFC allows "Touch & Share" in which users can connect the camera to their smartphone/tablet anywhere at one touch to share an image easily right on the spot by just pairing the two devices. What is new is that the setup is extremely easy and finishes within seconds, making it possible to pair the camera directly to the smartphone/tablet without connection procedure of information input for authorization.

With a smartphone/tablet, remote shooting of both photo and video is available by using the smartphone/tablet for a remote shutter with a monitor which displays live at a smooth 30 fps. Not only the shutter release, but also zooming, focusing and settings of shutter speed, aperture, and exposure compensation are all controllable with a smartphone/tablet.

The Instant Transfer function allows the camera to transfer the photo data to the designated electronic devices automatically whenever the shutter is released. In playback mode, users can also touch the image displayed on the camera to transfer it directly to the smartphone/tablet right on the spot. In addition, it is possible to tag the location information to the image by utilizing the GPS (Global Positioning System) log of a smartphone / tablet. All these flexible shooting / browsing / sharing styles are made possible with the LF1 and Panasonic's dedicated application software "Panasonic Image App" for iOS / Android smartphones/tablets.

Archiving images also becomes easy. The LF1 transfers the data to a PC or other compliant electronic devices automatically via the wireless access point (router) at home. Also, users can save precious memories to Panasonic's exclusive cloud service "LUMIX CLUB".

The Wi-Fi Direct(TM) function allows direct playback of images on the DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) - compliant VIERA HDTV*.

* Using [Playback on TV] of the Wi-Fi function, you can display images on a TV that supports the Digital Media Renderer (DMR) function of the DLNA standard. Please check the following website about the compatible devices for details. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/

7.    Other Attractive Features for LF1

High Quality 1920 x 1080 Full-HD 60i (NTSC) Video with Stereo Sound
The LF1 records 1920 x 1080 at 60i (NTSC) full HD videos with full-time AF and high quality stereo sound in the AVCHD format which excels in both compression efficiency and compatibility with AV equipment for playback. With a dedicated video record button on the back, users can instantly start recording videos while shooting photos without having to make any extra setting adjustments. Videos can also be recorded in MP4 format for playback on a PC or other portable electronic devices without having to convert the files. 

* 30p (NTSC) in MP4 recording.   

- Maximum time to record motion pictures continuously with [MP4] is 29 minutes 59 seconds or up to 4 GB. 

- You can check the recordable time on the screen. (For [FHD] in [MP4] format, the file size is large and so the recordable time will drop below 29 minutes 59 seconds.)

iA+ (Intelligent Auto Plus) Mode for Photo and Video
For beginners, iA (Intelligent Auto) mode supports taking beautiful pictures with a variety of shooting-assist functions including AF Tracking, Intelligent Scene Selector, Face Recognition and Intelligent ISO Control. The iA Plus mode lets users adjust the defocusing area in the background, exposure compensation and white balance for more flexible control.

AC / USB Power Charging
The camera's battery can be recharged either via AC or via USB according to the users' convenience.

About Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America 
Based in Secaucus, N.J., Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America, a Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America, the principal North American Subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation and the hub of Panasonic's U.S. marketing, sales, service and R&D operations, offers a wide-range of consumer solutions in the U.S. and Canada.  The Company's portfolio of innovative consumer products ranges from VIERA Full HD 3D Televisions, Blu-ray players, LUMIX Digital Cameras, Camcorders, Home Audio, Cordless Phones, Home Appliances, Wellness and Personal Care products and more.

Panasonic is pledged to practice prudent, sustainable use of the earth's natural resources and protect our environment through the company's Eco Ideas programs. In the 2012 Interbrand Annual Best Global Green Brands ranking, the Panasonic brand jumped four spots to number six: http://www.interbrand.com/en/best-global-brands/Best-Global-Green-Brands/2012-Report.aspx.  Follow Panasonic on Twitter @PanasonicUSA, and additional company information for media is available at http://www.panasonic.com/pressroom.

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CONTACT: Dan Unger (Media Relations), 201-392-4571, dan.unger@us.panasonic.com

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Four Classic Storybooks - Reimagined for the Modern Family

LINCOLNWOOD, Ill., April 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Four additions to the Barnes & Noble NOOK Book Store celebrate the best of classic children's storytelling - while adding features that modern families want and need.

Publications International, Ltd. (PIL) has chosen four of its most popular picture book titles for 2- to 5-year-olds - Sweet Dream Kisses, 10 Tiny Puppies, Rainbow Kittens, and Snow White - and carefully converted them into interactive NOOK books whose musical accents and sound effects set  them apart from more typical offerings.

Pricing is standout too: just $0.99 per book.

The books' subject matter fosters counting skills (10 Tiny Puppies) and color recognition (Rainbow Kittens), and supports cultural literacy (Snow White) and "cuddle time" with parents (Sweet Dream Kisses).

"Everybody remembers curling up with mom or dad to read a storybook together," says Louis Weber, PIL's CEO and President. "It's an experience we all  value and want to continue, even as modern life, and modern schedules, make it more difficult to achieve."

Cue PIL's expertise in interactive storytelling. Since 1967, the company has been a leader in finding ways to help young readers interact with the stories they're reading. PIL's "sound books" make it possible to add music, sound effects, and spoken word on demand.

"E-books are a natural extension of the thinking behind our sound books," says Weber.  "When kids can help shape their own reading experience, they read longer, with more focus and more comprehension."

Educational studies support this view. A recent report from the Maine Center for Meaningful Engaged Learning indicates that kindergarteners who used a digital tablet scored higher on literacy tests and were more interested in learning.

PIL's new NOOK books offer readers a menu of options, including:

    --  Read by Myself
    --  Read to Me
    --  Read and Record, which allows a parent or grandparent to record the
        story in his or her own voice, for playback on demand
In addition to their educational value, NOOK books from PIL offer an exceptional classic storytime experience.

"We approached the book-to-NOOK conversion process with optimum quality as our goal," says Jennifer Goldstein, PIL's Executive Vice President, Children's Books and Digital. "We want these e-books to engage readers' eyes and ears, minds and hearts."

In PIL's NOOK books, lovely original illustrations have been carefully reformatted to fit reader screens, and professional narration is accompanied by sound effects and musical accents arranged for each project.

"This four-title release is the first of an ongoing series we're planning for NOOK books," says CEO Weber. "Our goal is to build a unique library of beautifully crafted stories that children love, at a price their parents love too."

Sweet Dream Kisses, 10 Tiny Puppies, Rainbow Kittens, and Snow White are now available in the Children's section of the Barnes & Noble NOOK Book Store. Cost: $0.99 per book.

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ABOUT PUBLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL, LTD.

Founded in 1967 by CEO Louis Weber, Publications International is one of North America's leading publishers of mass market books, periodicals, and educational products, in categories including children's, cooking, automotive, sports, reference, travel, inspirational and, most recently, digital books and applications for smart phones and tablet computers. The company is a long-time leader in the field of interactive sound storybooks for young readers. PIL works with a wide variety of popular and respected children's licenses, including Sesame Workshop, Disney, and Nickelodeon. PIL products are sold around the globe. For more information, contact Sera Hayes at shayes@pubint.com

p i kids is a trademark of Publications International, Ltd., and is registered in the United States.

Contact: Sera Hayes

Publications International, Inc. (http://pilapps.com/nookbooks)

telephone: (847) 329-5687

email: shayes@pubint.com

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STIHL $100,000 Product Giveaway Launches National Sales Event

STIHL Dealer Days Best Time to Buy for Spring

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., April 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- STIHL Inc. today announced its nationwide product sweepstakes that will give away more than $100,000 in handheld outdoor power equipment. The sweepstakes is part of the largest national sales event in STIHL history-STIHL Dealer Days*, being held now through June 2.

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One hundred lucky winners, two from each state, will receive a STIHL certificate good for $1,000 toward the purchase of STIHL equipment and accessories, and is redeemable at any participating STIHL dealer. Contest ends June 2, 2013. Complete sweepstake details are available at http://www.stihldealers.com.

STIHL Dealer Days is the best time for homeowners to visit their local STIHL dealer.   Across the country, STIHL dealers will feature value-priced products designed to help homeowners keep lawns and gardens beautiful, including:

    --  STIHL BG 55 handheld blower: $149.95 MSRP
    --  STIHL FS 40 C-E string trimmer: $169.95 MSRP
    --  STIHL MS 170 chain saw: $179.95 MSRP (16" bar and chain*)
And customers can feel confident that they will be getting the expert advice to help them make the right equipment selections and service after the sale.

The best time to buy STIHL products is now. Check out STIHL Dealer Days at your local STIHL dealer. For more information, visit http://www.stihldealers.com.

STIHL Dealer Days at participating dealers only. Specials and additional promotions vary by location. Complete details on STIHL $100,000 product giveaway at STIHLDealers.com.

*The actual listed guide bar length can vary from the effective cutting length depending upon which powerhead it is installed.

About STIHL Inc.
STIHL Inc. manufactures the number one selling brand of gasoline-powered handheld outdoor power equipment in America,* as well as the number one selling brand of chain saws in the world. STIHL products are sold through servicing power equipment retailers from coast to coast - not mass merchants. Located in Virginia Beach, Va., STIHL Inc., the headquarters for U.S. operations for the worldwide STIHL Group, exports to over 90 countries around the world; and the majority of STIHL products sold in America are also built in America.* STIHL products sold through U.S. STIHL dealers are for distribution in the United States only. For more information or for the name of a local STIHL retailer, call toll free 1-800-GO STIHL (1-800-467-8445), visit stihlusa.com or text your zip code to 78445.

*A majority of STIHL products are built in the United States from domestic and foreign parts and components. "Number one selling brand" is based on syndicated Irwin Broh Research as well as independent consumer research of 2009-2012 U.S. sales and market share data for the gasoline-powered handheld outdoor power equipment category combined sales to consumers and commercial landscapers.

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LUMIX DMC-G6 The New Generation Digital Single Lens Mirrorless Camera for Photo and Video

SECAUCUS, N.J., April 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic is proud to announce the new Digital Single Lens Mirrorless LUMIX DMC-G6 (G6) that captures high quality photos and Full HD videos. With the Wi-Fi® connectivity with NFC (Near Field Communication) technology, users can connect the camera to their smartphone/tablet anywhere with one-touch, which makes sharing images much easier. It is also possible to use a smartphone/tablet as a multi-capable remote shutter with a monitor. With the Instant Transfer function, photos are automatically sent to the smartphone/tablet right after shooting. In addition, both photo and video can be archived to a registered device such as a PC automatically via the wireless access point (router) at home.

The LUMIX G6 is not just an interchangeable lens camera but an advanced digital photographic tool full of wide-ranging attractive features for producing attractive artwork in the camera. It incorporates Creative Panorama, Time Lapse Shot, Stop Motion Animation and Clear Retouch in addition to the popular Creative Control mode with a total of 19 fascinating filter effects. The Stop Motion Animation allows for unique stop-motion video and the Clear Retouch function enables the user to erase the unwanted portion of a picture after shooting and both operations can be completed with ease in the camera. The G6 features a Digital Live MOS Sensor that achieves high-resolution and high sensitivity image recording. The new Venus Engine attains high-performance signal processing with an advanced noise reduction system. Combined with the high performance sensor, the G6 minimizes noise and even achieves shooting at a maximum ISO 25,600 (Extended) high sensitivity image recording.

The LUMIX G6 boasts quick response featuring high burst speed shooting at 7 fps (frames per second) at full resolution.  The G6 is ready to shoot only 0.5 seconds* after start-up, never letting you miss a shooting opportunity.

The LUMIX G6 also features full HD 1920x1080, 60p (60 Hz) smooth, high quality video recording in AVCHD Progressive and MP4 with stereo sound. The practical full-time AF and tracking AF is available in video recording as well.

The new, bright 1,440K-dot OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) LVF (Live View Finder) boasts excellent color reproduction and high contrast ratio of 10,000:1 while the 3-inch large free-angle monitor adopts In-Cell Touch technology for outstanding viewability.  The G6 will be offered in black.

*With H-FS1442A, based on the CIPA standard. 
- Maximum time to record motion pictures continuously with [MP4] is 29 minutes 59 seconds or up to 4 GB. 
- You can check the recordable time on the monitor. (For [FHD] in [MP4] format, the file size is large and so the recordable time will drop below 29 minutes 59 seconds.)

1. Easy Wireless Connectivity via Wi-Fi® / NFC with Smartphones
The LUMIX G6 integrates Wi-Fi® connectivity (IEEE 802.11 b/g/n) with NFC (Near Field Communication) technology camera to offer more flexible shooting experience and instant image sharing with easy operation. All these flexible shooting / browsing / sharing styles are made possible with the G6 and Panasonic's dedicated application software called the Panasonic Image App for iOS / Android smartphones/tablets.

Users can connect the camera with a smartphone/tablet by just bumping them together. What is new is that the setup is extremely easy and finishes within a few seconds, making it possible to pair the camera directly to the smartphone/tablet without a drawn out connection procedure.

Remote shooting of both photo and video* is available by using the smartphone/tablet for a remote shutter with a monitor which displayed live at a smooth 30 fps. Shutter release, zooming**, focusing and settings of shutter speed, aperture, exposure compensation are all controllable with a smartphone/tablet.

The Instant Transfer function allows the camera to move the photo data to the designated electronic devices automatically whenever the shutter is released. In playback mode, users can also touch the image displayed on the camera to transfer it directly to the smartphone/tablet right on the spot. In addition, it is possible to tag the location information to the image by utilizing the GPS (Global Positioning System) log of a smartphone / tablet.

Archiving images becomes easy. LUMIX G6 transfers the data to a PC or other  electronic devices automatically via the wireless access point (router) at home. Also, with Panasonic's exclusive cloud service "LUMIX CLUB", a G6 can automatically synchronize images via the  internet with designated devices and web services such as Facebook(TM), Flickr(TM), Picasa(TM), Twitter(TM) or YouTube(TM). 

The Wi-Fi Direct(TM) function allows direct playback of images on the DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) - compliant VIERA HDTV***.

*For remote shooting of video, start/stop recording is available over smartphone/tablet control
**With LUMIX G Power Zoom Lens H-PS14042 or H-PS45175.   
*** Using [Playback on TV] of the Wi-Fi function, you can display images on a TV that supports the Digital Media Renderer (DMR) function of the DLNA standard. Please check the following website about the compatible devices for details. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/

2. Creative Control / Creative Panorama 
The popular Creative Control mode is upgraded by increasing its filter option from 14 (for the G5) to 19 (for the G6) adding new Old Days, Sunshine*, Bleach Bypass, Toy Pop, Fantasy in addition to the conventional Expressive, Retro, High Key, Sepia, High Dynamic, Soft Focus*, Dynamic Monochrome, Impressive Art, One Point Color, Cross Process, Low Key, Toy Effect and Star Filter* and Miniature Effect** mode. Effect parameter of each mode is also adjustable.

With the new Creative Panorama function, it is possible to shoot a horizontal / vertical panoramic image with consequent shots taken by overlaying the previous picture and adding a filter effect using Creative Control***.

* For photo only   
** Sound will not be recorded with [MINIATURE EFFECT] in Creative Control Mode and approximately 1/10 of the time period is recorded. (If you record for 10 minutes, the resulting motion picture recording will be approximately 1 minute long)   
***Some filters of Creative Control cannot be used in Creative Panorama mode.

3. Clear Retouch   
Clear Retouch makes it is possible to erase unwanted objects or figures in an image by just tracing over them on monitor with a fingertip. They naturally disappear without modifying the image.

4. Highest Level in Class - Stunning Video Recording Performance from the LUMIX G Flagship   
All LUMIX G cameras are renowned for their capability of high quality video recording. The LUMIX DMC-G6 records stunningly smooth, high-resolution full-HD 1,920 x 1,080 60p (60 Hz) videos in AVCHD Progressive (MPEG-4 / H.264) format. The LUMIX DMC-G6 also supports 1080/24p native mode with 24 Mbps in AVCHD format bringing impressive afterimage to the footage. In addition, the P/A/S/M mode also lets users enjoy professional-like expressive video recording. The full-HD 1,920 x 1,080 60p (60 Hz) video can also be recorded in MP4 at 28 Mbps, to play it back directly on the PC or other portable electronic devices without the need for conversion.

In addition to the practical full-time AF, the Touch AF in video recording also lets users enjoy professional-like rack focusing. Just by pointing to the subject, the focus is shifted to it and tracking locks on the subject even they move.

High quality sound can be recorded with Dolby® Digital. A Wind Cut function is also available to block out most of the noise from background wind. In addition to the built-in stereo microphone, the LUMIX DMC-G6 is equipped with a 3.5mm terminal for external microphone to comply with serious sound recording. The Extra Tele Conversion function virtually extends the zoom range maximum of.4.8x without deterioration of image quality in smaller resolution.

The Time Lapse Shot automatically starts recording photos in a time lapse sequence once the start time, interval and the number of pictures to shoot are set. The Stop Motion Animation function enables producing a stop motion (stop frame) video in camera with the pictures that are sequentially shot while moving the object by degrees. This effect makes the object appear as if it is moving by itself.

- Maximum time to record motion pictures continuously with [MP4] is 29 minutes 59 seconds or up to 4 GB. 
- You can check the recordable time on the monitor. (For [FHD] in [MP4] format, the file size is large and so the recordable time will drop below 29 minutes 59 seconds.)

5. The 16.05-Megapixel Digital Live MOS Sensor and New Venus Engine for Even Higher Picture Quality 
The LUMIX DMC-G6 integrates 16.05-megapixel Digital Live MOS which boasts high resolution and high sensitivity image recording with minimum noise. Panasonic adds its original pixel mix technology to the sensor to maximize the speed advantage native to the CMOS sensor. The current process is designed exclusively for the digital Live MOS sensor to minimize noise.

The Venus Engine image processor also features advanced noise reduction systems. By extending the control level of noise to 64x it is possible to remove a large block of noise which was formerly hard to detect and helps produce a clear, smooth image especially for nighttime scenery.

6. High Speed Response with Advanced AF System for Fleeting Photo Opportunities 
All cameras in the LUMIX G series adopt Contrast AF for their focus system. Compared with the Phase difference system AF, the Contrast AF boasts higher accuracy especially when shooting with bright lens with a small F value. The G6 features high-speed Light Speed AF, making it possible to capture even fast-moving subjects clearly. Not only the accuracy but also the speed of AF in LUMIX DMC-G6 surpasses the high-end DSLRs with Phase difference. The camera and the lens exchange digital signals at maximum 240 fps to minimize the time to focus. The LUMIX G6 realizes the high speed burst shooting at 7 fps in 16.05-megapixel full resolution and maximum 40 fps using an electronic shutter. Also, AF Tracking enables consecutive shooting to capture a moving subject in sharp focus at 5 fps*.

Combined with the Full-area Touch AF, it is possible to set focus on any point in the field of view which allows for quick and intuitive focusing operation with free frame composition.  In addition, the newly adopted Touch AE (Auto Exposure) function allows setting focus and exposure at a single touch on the subject displayed on the monitor.

*In 1-area-focusing AF mode.

Other Attractive Features Completes the LUMIX G6   
New 1,440K-dot OLED LVF
The large, bright 1,440K-dot OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) LVF (Live View Finder) with approximately 100% field of view in a 4:3 aspect ratio boasts excellent color reproduction and astonishingly high contrast at 10,000:1 for outstanding viewability.

New 3-inch Free-angle In-Cell Touch Monitor
The new 3-inch large, approximately 1036K-dot high resolution monitor rotates 180° to the side and tilts 270° up and down boasting an approx. 100% field of view. The front panel is directly attached to the new In Cell Touch LCD without an air layer in between. The result is that the reflection of external light is dramatically suppressed.

Advanced iA+ (Intelligent Auto Plus Mode) and Scene Guide for Beginners
For beginners of digital interchangeable lens system cameras, iA (Intelligent Auto) mode supports taking beautiful pictures with a variety of shooting-assist functions including AF Tracking, Intelligent D-range Control, Intelligent Scene Selector, Face Recognition and Intelligent ISO Control. The Intelligent Scene Selector now integrates Food Recognition mode. It detects food on the dish and captures it to look more delicious. The iA Plus mode lets users adjust defocusing area in the background, exposure compensation and white balance for more flexible control.

The Scene Guide* offers 23 sample pictures shot by professional photographers. Users can choose the one closest to the situation they are going to shoot and optimize parameters for shooting scenes and it will be automatically be set. Furthermore, shooting procedures, technical advice and the recommended interchangeable lens for the scene can be displayed for users helping them to better learn photography.   
* Video recording using Scene Guide is not possible in some scenes.

SOURCE  Panasonic

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CONTACT: Dan Unger (Media Relations), 201-392-4571, dan.unger@us.panasonic.com

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New Series of Load Switch ICs from Toshiba Now Available

Ultra-Small Packaging Ideal for Applications Requiring High-Density Board Assembly - Including Mobile Devices

IRVINE, Calif., April 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc., (TAEC)*, a committed leader that collaborates with technology companies to create breakthrough designs, today announced the availability of a new lineup of load switch ICs for mobile devices. Featuring Toshiba's newly developed micro CMOS process, the new lineup features low voltage operation and low ON-resistance characteristics - in ultra-small packages.

The TCK101G and TCK102G are low consumption current load switch ICs with slew rate control driver for power management. Featuring low voltage operation at 1.1V and a low ON-resistance characteristics of 55m ohms (typ.) (VIN = 3.3V, IOUT = 500mA) in a 0.4mm pitch ultrasmall WCSP6 (0.8mm x 1.2mm, t: 0.64mm (max.)) package, these ICs come standard with an inrush current limiter and overtemperature protection circuit. An output auto-discharge function is also available. Toshiba's new lineup of 200mA output LDO regulators control inrush current, making them suitable for a wide range of applications including mobile phones, portable audio players, notebook PCs, DSC/DVC, and other small mobile devices.

Toshiba's TCK104G and TCK105G are load switch ICs for power management and current limit function featuring wide input voltage operation from 1.1 to 5.5V. They feature low switch ON- resistance at 65m ohms typical at 3.3V, 700mA load condition and a slew rate control driver, with thermal shutdown and an output auto-discharge function. Output current type is available, simplifying device selection and design. Available in a 0.4mm pitch ultra small package WCSP6 (0.8mm x 1.2mm x 0.64mm (max)), these devices are ideal for portable applications that require high-density board assembly - including mobile phones.

Toshiba is also offering the TCK106G, TCK107G and TCK108G which are available in the ultra-small WCSP4 package with a 0.64mm 2 footprint.

According to Talayeh Saderi, senior business development engineer for TAEC, "Mobile devices continue to get lighter and thinner, with designers adding more and more powerful functionalities. System designers looking to accomplish all of this - while at the same time extending battery life and meeting high-density board requirements - will find Toshiba's new load switch power management ICs fit the bill perfectly."

Features include:

    --  Wide input voltage operation: VIN = 1.1 to 5.5V
    --  Low ON-resistance
    --  Low quiescent current:
    --  Low standby current: I((Q(OFF))) = 0.1 microamperes (typ) in stand-by
        mode
    --  Inrush current reducing circuit
    --  Thermal shutdown function
    --  Auto-discharge available
    --  Pull down connection between CONTROL and GND

    --  Ultra small package: WCSP6B (0.8mm x 1.2mm x 0.64mm(max))               
        WCSP4 (0.79mm x .79mm x 0.5mm(typ))

    Part number Package        Output current (Max)       Function
    ----------- -------        -------------------        --------

    TCK101G     WCSP6B         500mA                       Inrush current limiter, Over
                                                           temperature protection
                                                           circuit, Output discharge
    -------             ------                      ----- -----------------------------

    TCK102G     WCSP6B         500mA                       Inrush current limiter, Over
                                                           temperature protection circuit
    -------             ------                      ----- -------------------------------

    TCK104G     WCSP6B         500mA                       Overcurrent protection, Over
                                                           temperature protection
    -------             ------                      ----- -----------------------------

    TCK105G     WCSP6B         800mA                       Inrush current limiter, Output
                                                           discharge
    -------             ------                      ----- -------------------------------

    TCK106G     WCSP4          1.0A                        Inrush current limiter, active
                                                           high
    -------              -----                       ---- -------------------------------

    TCK107G     WCSP4          1.0A                        Inrush current limiter, auto-
                                                           discharge, active high
    -------              -----                       ---- ------------------------------

    TCK108G     WCSP4          1.0A                        Inrush current limiter, auto-
                                                           discharge, active low
    -------              -----                       ---- ------------------------------
Pricing and Availability
Toshiba's lineup of load switch ICs is currently available. For datasheets and samples, please contact your Toshiba representative.

*About Toshiba Corp. and TAEC

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

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

© 2013 Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc. All rights reserved.

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Dropcam iOS Apps Now Support Scheduling and Location-based Camera Control

Highly requested feature enables Dropcam to turn off or on at specific times or when customers leave or arrive at a location

SAN FRANCISCO, April 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Dropcam, Inc., makers of Dropcam HD - the award-winning Wi-Fi video camera with cloud-based monitoring and DVR service - today announced the availability of scheduling and location-based camera control for Dropcam iOS users. Customers with the latest version of Dropcam for iPhone or iPad can now set any Dropcam to turn off or on based on pre-determined settings such as location, time, or day.

"We designed Dropcam so you can start streaming and recording just two minutes after you take it out of the box," said Dropcam CEO and Co-Founder Greg Duffy. "Now, by enabling scheduling and making Dropcam apps location-aware, we give customers more control over streaming. This was one of our most popular requests from customers, so we're happy to deliver these new features as part our ongoing strategy to make Dropcam smarter through software."

The features let customers program Dropcam in a variety of ways. For example with Dropcam version 2.1 for iOS it is now possible to:

    --  Set Dropcam to turn off when you return home and turn on when you leave
    --  Set Dropcam to turn on and off at set times within a day
    --  Turn Dropcam on for a period of days while you are away for an extended
        period of time such as during a vacation
This new functionality is available as a free update today to Dropcam iOS apps in the Apple App Store.  The new scheduling and location-based control features work with all Dropcam models, including Dropcam HD, Dropcam Echo, and Dropcam Original. Scheduling and location-based control are  not currently available for Dropcam customers using the Dropcam Android app.

Dropcam HD is the only Wi-Fi video monitoring camera that offers truly simple and fast setup with intelligent monitoring features so people can check in on the things they care about from anywhere in the world 24/7. Dropcam utilizes bank-level security to encrypt all video so customers can rest assured that no one but them can ever access their video. Dropcam HD includes full 720p streaming, night vision, digital zoom and two-way talk back, and with the optional DVR service customers can access stored footage of the past seven or thirty days. Customers can also set up email and smartphone alerts triggered by Dropcam's motion and sound sensing technology. Dropcam HD is available on Amazon and dropcam.com for $149.

About Dropcam, Inc.
Dropcam helps people stay connected to the things they value most. The award-winning Dropcam HD Wi-Fi video camera provides cloud-based monitoring and DVR service for people to remotely check in on their house, kids, pets, office, or anything else they care about from a smartphone, tablet, or computer. San Francisco-based Dropcam was founded in 2009 by Greg Duffy and Aamir Virani. To learn more, visit http://www.dropcam.com.

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ZZ, Inc. Launches New Custom-Printed zzPhoneCase for Smartphones

New Cases, Covers Offer Personalized Protection for Many Popular Models

LAS VEGAS, April 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- ZZ, Inc. (http://www.zzinc.com), a developer of fun, easy-to-use solutions for today's mobile lifestyle, today announced its launch of zzPhoneCase, a new line of form-fitting, custom-printed cases and covers for many of today's most popular smartphones. 

"Savvy smartphone owners no longer need to choose between leaving their nice new smartphone unprotected from the bumps and jolts of everyday life, or settling for just another plain, purely functional cover for their phone," said James Allred, ZZ, Inc.'s director of marketing. "zzPhoneCase is a fun, forward-thinking line of cases and covers that offer you personalized protection for your smartphone--you can customize them with your own photo-quality printed designs right online at zzPhoneCase.com."

zzPhoneCase is available in a variety of styles for many popular smartphone models, including Apple's iPhone 5 and 4/4s, Samsung's Galaxy S3 and Note 2, and the HTC One X. The cases and covers are all designed to fit these models perfectly, without interfering with other accessories.

And zzPhoneCase offers full-color custom printing options as unlimited as the smartphone owner's imagination.

The company's dedicated website, zzPhoneCase.com, walks customers through a simple three-step process to design a zzPhoneCase as unique as their own fingerprint, but far more fashionable. After specifying their model of phone and selecting a style of case or cover, smartphone owners are invited to use the site's multi-featured online design tool to create their own personalized design.

The online design tool turns the selected zzPhoneCase into a canvas, which the smartphone owner can make their own with a photograph or other image they upload to the site. Smartphone owners can also add written messages in a wide range of fonts, all fully customizable in size, color, and positioning. After the customer finalizes their design, their zzPhoneCase is personalized with vivid, photo-quality custom printing.

The company states that personalized zzPhoneCase production is fast, orders are shipped quickly --offering customers a hassle-free ownership experience.     

"We're excited about the endless possibilities our new online design tool offers zzPhoneCase customers," said Heber Allred, CEO of ZZ, Inc. "And the high-quality custom printing allows smartphone owners to show off their personal style in a unique look that will last, and protect for years."

Additional information about zzPhoneCase and its wide range of user-friendly customization options is available at http://www.zzphonecase.com.

About ZZ, Inc.   
ZZ, Inc. is a company dedicated to fun, easy-to-use solutions. We create software and technology that simplifies the lives of our customers. It's easy with ZZ!

For more information about ZZ, Inc. or zzPhoneCase, contact James Allred at (888) 958-7750 ext. 710 or email.

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CA Technologies Addresses Critical DevOps Challenges to Help IT Accelerate Innovation

MUMBAI, April 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    CA WORLD - CA Technologies (NASDAQ:CA) today announced it is rapidly expanding its
market-leading CA LISA(R) solutions [http://www.ca.com/lisa ] to address the most critical
challenges in operationalizing DevOps methodologies, helping customers improve application
development and delivery to accelerate innovation. As part of this initiative, the company
announced it acquired Nolio [http://www.noliosoft.com ], bringing continuous delivery
capabilities to CA Technologies service virtualization business. Terms of the transaction
were not disclosed.

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    "Winning in today's world of rapid agile development and complex hybrid
infrastructures requires IT organizations to have automated application delivery processes
and tools to deliver innovation to customers with perfection, and faster than the
competition," said Shridhar Mittal, general manager, Application Delivery, CA
Technologies. "Building on our expertise in Service Virtualization-through both organic
development and a targeted acquisition-we are driving efficiencies, cost savings and
faster release cycles, and equally important, we are helping our customers achieve a truly
optimized approach to DevOps."

    With the combined application delivery solution, customers can simplify and streamline
application releases, develop and test applications rapidly, move applications into
production automatically with higher quality, and better ensure continuous application
delivery across the software development lifecycle for improved business and operational
agility.

    "We are driven to constantly innovate and deliver new applications to market, and that
has aligned us closely with the DevOps direction of the CA LISA product suite," said Laura
Miller, senior vice president, Financial Services Application Development, First Data
Corporation. "When we virtualize away constraints and automate manual tasks in the
software lifecycle, collaboration between Development, QA and Operations teams happens at
a new level. We can reliably expect continuous improvement in time-to-market as well as
better reliability of the new services our customers demand."

    Nolio Acquisition

    Nolio is a recognized leader in continuous application delivery with a strong and
growing international base of large enterprise and service provider customers.

    Nolio's solutions help customers:

    - Improve business and operational agility by dramatically cutting release times;

    - Simplify, standardize and execute application releases with better precision;

    - Automate application rollbacks for faster recovery and service continuity; and

    - Enable fast, agile and scalable release automation for cloud and traditional
applications.

    According to a recent 451 Research report*, "Nolio is growing both its
service-provider and enterprise customers, which bodes well for its future and for the
release-automation and devops market. Nolio's growth also reinforces the enterprise
evolution of devops - the confluence of application development and deployment via IT
operations - and how more enterprise and service-provider customers are implementing
automation, continuous deployment and devops more broadly after already having
successfully achieved divisional, test and proof-of-concept deployments."

    CA LISA Application Delivery Suite

    At CA World 2013 [http://www.ca.com/us/caworld.aspx ], CA Technologies unveiled its
expanded CA LISA Application Delivery suite [http://www.ca.com/lisa ], which addresses the
most critical DevOps challenges and helps a high velocity application delivery
organization to deliver faster to market, with superior quality and reduced costs. The
suite includes:

    CA LISA Service Virtualization: Reduces or eliminates constraints or roadblocks such
as limited lab and system availability, and incomplete software and test data that prevent
on-time application delivery-by modeling dependent systems and services. The latest
version now offers mainframe capabilities, international support, and additional protocols
and data capabilities.

    This solution helps customers:

    - Improve quality by shifting error identification earlier in the development cycle;

    - Speed time-to-market for updated or new services;

    - Lower infrastructure and pay-per-use service costs;

    - Reduce demand and contention for physical hardware and labs; and

    - Enable parallel development in a 24/7 available virtual environment.

    CA LISA Release Automation: With the Nolio acquisition comes this new offering that
dramatically improves the ability to move application software efficiently and reliably
through the development process and into production across vastly different IT
environments spanning physical, virtual and cloud.

    With CA LISA Release Automation, customers can:

    - Automate the complex processes and changes required to move code between
development, test and production;

    - Improve application quality and reliability by standardizing release processes;

    - Increase the velocity of application release cycles;

    - Reduce platform dependency easing migration and deployment;

    - Assure successful deployment and roll-back capability; and

    - Simplify production deployment and capacity planning.

    "Thomson Reuters relies on innovative technology platforms to deliver critical news,
information and solutions to our professional customers around the world. CA LISA Release
Automation will assist our technologists and developers to automate the deployment of some
of our key applications, increasing the speed and efficiency with which we bring new
products and offerings to market," said Charlie Richardson, Head of Development
Effectiveness, Thomson Reuters.

    CA LISA Pathfinder: Allows IT organizations to better model real-world environments
for development and test using intelligence from both development and production.

    This solution helps customers to:

    - Eliminate repetitive testing and validation tasks to allow resources to focus on
improving value-added functionality;

    - Capture life-like production-level traffic and performance metrics in
pre-production;

    - Allow users to rapidly create and maintain automated Continuous Integration testing
suites;

    - Increase regression coverage with robust validation of business scenarios;

    - Reduce the time and cost of defect resolution with automated defect capture and
root-cause issue reporting; and

    - Automate application architecture model discovery and mapping.

    CA LISA DevCloud Manager: Helps ensure the environments and infrastructure used in
development, test and production are ready for applications, across physical, virtual and
cloud infrastructure.

    With CA LISA DevCloud Manager, customers can:

    - Reduce manual setup, maintenance and tear-down time, as well as excess
infrastructure costs for complete environments through automation;

    - Eliminate resource conflicts between multiple development and test teams with
near-instantaneous availability of pre-configured lab environments;

    - Allow IT to set centralized standards in provisioning application development
environments, while offering flexibility to empower teams to define specific project
configurations and data; and

    - Optimize the consumption of pre-production computing resources in private or public
cloud environments.

    For more information about the CA LISA Application Delivery suite, visit
http://www.ca.com/lisa.

    *"Automation vendor Nolio grows, delves deeper into enterprise devops," Jay Lyman, 451
Research, December 20, 2012.

    About CA Technologies

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manage and secure complex IT environments to support agile business services.
Organizations leverage CA Technologies software and SaaS solutions to accelerate
innovation, transform infrastructure and secure data and identities, from the data center
to the cloud. Learn more about CA Technologies at http://www.ca.com [http://www.ca.com ].

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New SaaS-based iPad App From CA Technologies Empowers CXOs to Strategically Manage Technology Investments

MUMBAI, April 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    CA Clarity Playbook Bridges Gap Between Strategic Planning and Operational Execution

    CA WORLD - CA Technologies (NASDAQ: CA) today announced CA Clarity(TM) Playbook, an
innovative mobile application that uniquely empowers CXOs to strategically manage their
organization's technology investments in the context of their high-level business goals
and objectives-right from their iPads.

    Delivered via a SaaS model, CA Clarity Playbook also makes it easy for CXOs to quickly
collaborate with key process stakeholders and respond more quickly to changing business
needs anywhere, any time.

    "IT and the business have to work hand-in-hand to create new revenue streams and
deliver a differentiated brand experience - even in the face of finite structural and
human resources," said Lokesh Jindal, general manager, Service and Portfolio Management,
CA Technologies. "CA Clarity Playbook enables this critical coordination by giving
executives the ability to nimbly adapt plans, activities and priorities."

    CA Clarity Playbook integrates with CA Clarity PPM
[http://www.ca.com/us/products/detail/CA-Clarity-PPM.aspx ] and other systems of record to
provide CXOs with the intuitive dashboard-style mobile workspace they need to:

    . Define strategic objectives, goals and initiatives;

    . Collaborate with stakeholders on strategic plans;

    . Leverage information from operational systems;

    . Assess alignment of IT investments with business objectives;

    . Visualize investment financials in real time; and

    . Evaluate impact of new priorities on in-place plans.

    According to a research study
[https://www.ca.com/us/register/forms/collateral/The-Future-Role-of-the-CIO-Becoming-the-Boss.aspx ]
* by CA Technologies, few CIOs are directly involved in defining business
strategy-even though 73 percent of business executives acknowledge that IT is central to
the execution of that strategy.

    CA Clarity Playbook helps address this disconnect by liberating CXOs from the manual,
annual planning cycles of the past, so they can more proactively take advantage of
emerging business opportunities and technological innovations.

    "With the increasing use of technology by patients and healthcare providers, a
successful business strategy in the healthcare industry should be driven by a strong
technology strategy," said R. John Ragsdale, Chief Information Officer, BerylHealth. "To
grow our business in the midst of this Health Information Technology explosion, we need to
embrace strategic planning disciplines and tools that increase our innovation and
speed-to-market-and that improve technology visibility and decision-making for our C-level
executives."

    CA Clarity Playbook can draw from information sources both in the cloud and across the
enterprise to keep strategic initiatives on track and aligned to organizational goals.
Users can access CA Clarity Playbook workspace from an iPad app or from a tablet or
desktop running an HTML5-compatible web browser.

    "To successfully cope with today's intense time-to-market pressures, business leaders
need the same kind of real-time, multi-dimensional visibility into IT as they have into
sales pipelines and supply chains," said Jeffrey M. Kaplan, managing director of
THINKstrategies, Inc. and founder of the Cloud Computing Showplace. "It has simply become
impractical for them to continue depending on periodic second-hand IT reporting that can't
be dynamically queried and is often out-of-date by the time it arrives on their desks."

    CA Clarity Playbook is a key enabler of the broader CA Technologies Business Service
Innovation [http://www.ca.com/us/business-service-innovation.aspx ] initiative, which
enables customers to more effectively accelerate, transform and secure IT to adaptively
meet the intensifying challenges of competition in a global information economy.

    "IT is adopting more complex and fluid service provisioning models at the same time as
it is becoming increasingly integral to the business," said Cameron McNaught, Senior Vice
President and Head of Cloud and Strategic Solutions, International Business, Fujitsu
Limited. "With CA Clarity Playbook, CA Technologies is directly responding to this
confluence of complexity and criticality with a solution that gives corporate managers
much-needed control of technology resource allocation and performance."

    *The Future Role of the CIO 'Becoming the Boss', October 2011, CA Technologies.

    About CA Technologies

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manage and secure complex IT environments to support agile business services.
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innovation, transform infrastructure and secure data and identities, from the data center
to the cloud. Learn more about CA Technologies at http://www.ca.com [http://www.ca.com ].

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MSi Launches Marvell-powered LED Family into Retail for 3M

Marvell's 88EM8183 LED driver IC selected by 3M/MSi for new line of LED bulbs for nationwide distribution

SANTA CLARA, Calif., April 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Marvell (Nasdaq: MRVL) today announced that MSi LED Lighting has selected the Marvell(®) 88EM8183 deep dimming single-stage AC/DC LED driver integrated circuit (IC) to power its new line of LED bulbs they are manufacturing for 3M. MSi selected Marvell's 88EM8183 LED driver because of its high compatibility with a wide variety of installed dimmers, deep dimming performance similar to that of incandescent bulbs and the lowest component count on the market. Leveraging Marvell's driver, 3M is unveiling the industry's leading dimmer compatible LED bulbs for distribution at major retailers nationwide.

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"Today's consumers demand low-cost, residential LED lighting with advanced dimming capabilities. Together with MSi and 3M, we are not only meeting this demand, but furthering the mass market adoption of LED solutions," said Kishore Manghnani, vice president of Green Technology Products at Marvell. "We are pleased MSi and 3M have chosen Marvell for their LED bulbs. Marvell's highly integrated 88EM8183 LED driver helps MSi deliver high-performance, affordable LED bulbs in multiple form factors for 3M at leading U.S. retailers."

Marvell's highly integrated LED driver drastically reduces the bill of materials (BOM), enabling MSi to distribute cost-efficient and high-performance 3M LED bulbs in retailers nationwide. Marvell's 88EM8183 driver significantly improves performance of the bulb to achieve smooth, deep dimming down to 1 percent of current, compared to competitive solutions that are only capable of dimming down to 10 to 20 percent of current. Additionally, the 88EM8183 IC is compatible with many different types of (TRIAC) wall box dimmers from a wide variety of global manufacturers.

"To meet the needs of consumers, it was essential that we evaluated several vendors based on their ability to support a variety of installed dimmers at the price point we desired," said William Weiss with MSi. "Marvell's 88EM8183 LED driver was the best choice for our bulbs because of its performance, affordability and overall quality. By lowering the component count by nearly half, Marvell's driver significantly lowers the bill of materials, helping our team distribute bulbs at a lower price to end users. Marvell's solution also hosts the greatest level of integration, allowing our team to deliver different bulb form factors to consumers across the nation."

Features of the Marvell 88EM8183

Marvell's 88EM8183 IC:

    --  Implements advanced dimming control algorithms to comply with the
        National Electrical Manufacturers Association Solid State Lighting 6
        (NEMA SSL 6) dimming standard.
    --  Employs Marvell's unique primary side current control method, which
        eliminates the need for an opto-coupler and associated feedback circuit
        while delivering high regulation accuracy over wide-range AC input.
    --  Integrates a high-voltage start-up circuit to supply energy to the chip
        during power-up, eliminating an external field-effect transistor (FET)
        and associated power circuits.
    --  Monitors dimmer status and manages dimmer load to maintain proper
        operations through the internal digital core and analog circuit,
        eliminating external dimmer bleeder circuits required by existing
        solutions on the market.
    --  Delivers up to 90 percent efficiency, a power factor above 0.95 and
        lower than 20 percent total harmonics distortion via unique design
        techniques, enabling lighting OEMs and ODMs to exceed ENERGY STAR
        requirements.
    --  Supports both fly-back and buck-boost topologies for isolated and
        non-isolated bulbs.
Related Links:

    --  Product information:
        http://www.marvell.com/led-lighting/drivers/88EM8183/
    --  Marvell media materials: http://www.marvell.com/company/press_kit/
About Marvell

Marvell (NASDAQ: MRVL) is a global leader in providing complete silicon solutions enabling the digital connected lifestyle. From mobile communications to storage, cloud infrastructure, digital entertainment and in-home content delivery, Marvell's diverse product portfolio aligns complete platform designs with industry-leading performance, security, reliability and efficiency. At the core of the world's most powerful consumer, network and enterprise systems, Marvell empowers partners and their customers to always stand at the forefront of innovation, performance and mass appeal. By providing people around the world with mobility and ease of access to services adding value to their social, private and work lives, Marvell is committed to enhancing the human experience.

As used in this release, the term "Marvell" refers to Marvell Technology Group Ltd. and its subsidiaries. For more information, please visit http://www.Marvell.com.

Marvell and the M logo are registered trademarks of Marvell and/or its affiliates. Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others.

For Further Information Contact:

Marvell Media Relations
Daniel Yoo

Tel: 408-222-2187
yoo@marvell.com

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M-Edge Unveils Slimmest Tablet Case Yet

The Slim Case is currently available for iPad and is coming soon for iPad mini, Samsung Galaxy Note 8, and Kindle Fire HD 7

ODENTON, Md., April 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- M-Edge, the Baltimore tech accessory company, has unveiled its slimmest case yet, aptly named the Slim Case. Just launched in Walmart and medgestore.com for iPad 2, 3, and 4, additional sizes are coming soon for iPad mini, Samsung Galaxy Note 8, and Kindle Fire HD 7.

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For $39.99, the Slim Case for iPad features a protective molded shell, an elastic closure strap, and GripTrack Technology(TM), a friction-based solution for stand modes that allows the case to achieve a wide variety of viewing and typing angles.

With Mother's Day right around the corner, the Slim Case makes the perfect gift. It comes in a number of bright patterns, colors, and prints that Mom will love, including mint polka dots, pink and orange bandage stripes, purple, and red.

To sign up to be notified about these products, visit medgestore.com or follow M-Edge on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.

About M-Edge
Launched in 2006 out of a basement in Baltimore, M-Edge rapidly grew to offer a variety of tech accessories for the most popular devices available - Kindle, iPad, iPhone, laptop and Android devices. Using edgy materials and premium features, M-Edge gives the tech-crazed what they want:  protection, attitude, and boundary-pushing style.

Ranked #91 on Inc. Magazine's list of Fastest Growing Private Companies 2012, M-Edge products are currently available nationwide at AT&T, Best Buy, Staples, Target, Walmart, Nordstrom, and more.  M-Edge has been featured in publications such as InStyle, Us Weekly, Maxim, Good Housekeeping, The New York Times, TechCrunch, Mashable, and CNET, and The Today Show.

Sarah Windham
Associate Public Relations Manager
410.927.6256
sarahwindham@medgestore.com

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Vuzix to Present at FSX Investment Conference in San Francisco on Friday, April 26th

Management Will Demo Vuzix Products Including the Award-Winning M100 Smart Glasses

NEW YORK, April 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Vuzix Corporation (TSX-V: VZX, OTC:BB: VUZI, FMB: V7X), a leading developer and supplier of smart glasses, announced today that its President and CEO Paul J. Travers and CFO Grant Russell will present at the FSX Investment conference at 1:30 PM PT on Friday, April 26(th). The conference will take place April 25(th) through 27(th) at the Ritz Carlton hotel in San Francisco and the media will have the opportunity to meet with management and demo the Company's products including its award-winning M100 smart glasses which are slated for launch this summer.

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Registered investment advisors or members of the media interested in meeting with management and seeing Vuzix' industry leading smart glasses for both the consumer and enterprise markets should contact Mr. Andrew Haag at vuzi@irthcommunications.com or 1-866-976-IRTH (4784). A copy of the presentation will be available on the Investors section of the Vuzix website.

For more information on the FSX Conference please visit: http://www.fsxinterlinked.com/

About Vuzix Corporation

Vuzix is a leading supplier of video and cloud connected video eyewear products in the consumer, industrial, media and entertainment markets. The company's personal display products offer users a portable high quality viewing experience for industrial wearable displays, consumer digital content viewing as well as 3D, virtual and augmented reality experiences.  Vuzix also provides developer software and support to enable the growth and development of AR applications for its mobile devices.  With its origins in defense research and development for next generation display solutions, Vuzix holds over 44 patents and patents pending in the video eyewear field.  The company has won 14 Consumer Electronics Show Innovations Awards, the RetailVision Best New Product and several wireless technology innovation awards, among others.  Founded in 1997, Vuzix is a public company (TSX-V:VZX - News, OTC:BB: VUZI, FMB: V7X) with offices in Rochester, NY, Oxford, UK and Tokyo, Japan. For more information visit ww.vuzix.com.

Forward-Looking Statements Disclaimer

Certain statements contained in this release are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and applicable Canadian securities laws. Forward looking statements contained in this release relate to, among other things, future product releases, including the M100 and its capabilities and the Company's leadership in the Video Eyewear industry. They are generally identified by words such as "believes," "may," "expects," "anticipates," "should'" and similar expressions. Readers should not place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements, which are based upon the Company's beliefs and assumptions as of the date of this release. The Company's actual results could differ materially due to risk factors and other items described in more detail in the "Risk Factors" section of the Company's Annual Reports and MD&A filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission and applicable Canadian securities regulators (copies of which may be obtained at http://www.sedar.com or http://www.sec.gov). Subsequent events and developments may cause these forward-looking statements to change. The Company specifically disclaims any obligation or intention to update or revise these forward-looking statements as a result of changed events or circumstances that occur after the date of this release, except as required by applicable law.

Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

For further Investor Information, please contact:
Vuzix Corporation
2166 Brighton Henrietta Townline Road
Rochester, NY 14623 USA
Investor Information - Grant Russell
IR@Vuzix.com
Tel: +1 (585) 359-7562
http://www.Vuzix.com

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Alien Skin Software Announces Exposure 5

Visual preset browser makes previewing effects faster and easier - Dark user interface lets photographers concentrate on their photos - Program offers greater creative texture control

RALEIGH, N.C., April 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Alien Skin Software today announced Exposure® 5, the new version of its flagship photography effects software. Exposure 5 enables digital photographers to achieve accurate film simulation, using a wide range of creative effects in a simple interface. Significantly, Exposure 5 can be used as a plug-in with popular host software or as a stand-alone program for even greater flexibility.

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Exposure 5 brings all the creative tools of traditional film photography to the world of digital, such as the look of discontinued films, darkroom tricks, and trendy lo-fi camera quirks. Popular classic films like Kodachrome, Polaroid and even Panatomic-X are accurately simulated. Hundreds of preset effects can be applied with a single mouse-click, helping photographers achieve their desired look quickly. Exposure 5 includes both Color and black-and-white processing so there's no need to switch between tools.

"With Exposure 5, a photographer's vision is the only element separating an ordinary image from an extraordinary one. Creative control and increased productivity were essential design objectives," said Terence Tay, designer of the new Exposure 5 software. "It's now much easier and faster for photographers of all levels to find the right look for their photographs."

The entire user interface has been redesigned with productivity in mind. A darker theme reduces distractions around the photo and matches other popular tools. The preset and editing panels can be hidden, to further remove distractions and allow more room for the photograph. The new visual preset browser shows how each preset will look when applied to an image. Users can see many presets at once, for quick exploration. In addition, favorites and recently used presets are just a click away.

Significantly, Exposure 5 includes many new textures for a greater variety of vintage and Lo-Fi looks. There are now separate controls for adding borders, dust & scratches, and light leaks. A new randomize option allows a user to easily explore multiple variations on a particular look.

Exposure 5 integrates with the popular tools many photographers use in their professional workflow: Adobe(®) Photoshop(®), Lightroom(®), and now Apple(®) Aperture(®). Now Exposure 5 can also be launched as a standalone application. That is especially useful for fast batch-processing or as part of a workflow that includes tools that do not support plug-ins.

To help users get started and for advanced techniques, the Alien Skin website has a library of tutorial videos and example images.

Pricing and Availability

Exposure 5 will be available in June 2013 through http://www.alienskin.com for $199 USD. Owners of any version of Exposure may upgrade for $99 USD. Free upgrades will be automatically sent to everyone who purchased Exposure 4 directly from Alien Skin Software in March 2013 or later.

Host Requirements

Exposure 5 may be used as a standalone program or a plug-in. When it is used as a plug-in it requires one of the following host applications:

    --  Adobe Photoshop CS5 or later
    --  Adobe Photoshop Elements 10 or later
    --  Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 4 or later
    --  Apple Aperture 3 or later
System Requirements

Microsoft Windows users need Windows 7 or later.

Apple Macintosh users need Mac OS X 10.7 or later.

An Intel Core 2 processor or compatible is required.

A monitor with 1280x768 resolution or greater is required.

About Alien Skin Software

Alien Skin Software makes Photoshop and other plug-ins for photographers and graphic designers. The company distills advanced math and cutting edge research into simple tools that render beautiful pictures. Alien Skin software's reputation for bug-free software and friendly tech support has grown worldwide since its founding in 1993. For more information, visit the Alien Skin website at http://www.alienskin.com.

Exposure, Alien Skin Software, and the Alien Skin Software logo are registered trademarks of Alien Skin Software, LLC. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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Development Kit for Cypress's New PSoC 4 Architecture Now Available Globally for Pre-Order from Premier Farnell

LONDON, April 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    Premier Farnell and Cypress Semiconductor Corp . (NASDAQ: CY) announced today that
customers can now pre-order the new PSoC(R) 4 Pioneer Development Kit from element14. The
powerful new kit costs only $25, and lets designers discover the capabilities of the new
PSoC 4 programmable system-on-chip architecture, which combines Cypress's best-in-class
PSoC analog and digital fabric with ARM(R)'s power-efficient Cortex(TM)-M0 core.

    The PSoC 4 Pioneer Kit is highly expandable. It includes connectors for
Arduino-compatible shields and Digilent(R) PMOD(TM) daughter cards, enabling customers to
pick from a variety of third-party expansion boards. In addition, an onboard PSoC 5LP
device serves as the programmer and debugger, eliminating the need for external
programmers.

    "PSoC 4 is a game-changing product that marries PSoC's unique programmable analog and
digital fabric with the powerful, economical ARM Cortex-M0 processor," said John Weil,
senior director of PSoC Marketing for Cypress. "This new PSoC 4 Pioneer Kit is the perfect
development platform for this architecture because it provides tremendous functionality at
a low price. We're very pleased to partner with Premier Farnell to help satisfy pent-up
demand for this product from customers who want to be among the first to try PSoC 4."

    "The PSoC 4 Pioneer Kit is exactly the type of innovative product that our customers
want: flexible, cost-effective and expandable with open-source architectures," said David
Shen, Group CTO at Premier Farnell. "We are extremely pleased to collaborate with Cypress
to introduce this new product to the market and excited about the opportunities this
versatile new product brings to the design engineers. As the first channel partner taking
pre-orders for this kit, we're expecting it to be in very high demand by designers
everywhere."

    The new PSoC 4 device class will challenge proprietary 8-bit and 16-bit
microcontrollers (MCUs), along with other 32-bit devices. Cypress's platform solution PSoC
4, PSoC Creator and PSoC Components simplifies and accelerates the design process, reduces
bills of material, and provides extraordinary system value. A single PSoC device can
integrate as many as 100 peripheral functions, and "future-proofs" designs, enabling
designers to transform resources on-the-fly.

    Free online training is available at http://www.cypress.com/psoctraining.

    "Farnell element14 [http://uk.farnell.com ] is a high-service distributor of
technology products and solutions for electronic system design, maintenance and repair
including an extensive range of development kits, capacitors, resistors, connectors,
switches / relays,semi conductors [http://uk.farnell.com/semiconductors ] and cables."

    For Farnell element14 Press Enquiries Contact Jen Cooke, jcooke@premierfarnell.com
, +44-113-3484904

Farnell element14

CONTACT: For Farnell element14 Press Enquiries Contact Jen Cooke, jcooke@premierfarnell.com, +44-113-3484904

Indian Businesses Set to Experience Printing Revolution With HP's New Inkjet Range

NEW DELHI, April 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    - New HP Officejet Pro X 500 Series Earns Guinness World Records Title for Unsurpassed
Speed

    - New HP Officejet Pro Black & White Series Offers High Print Quality at a Cost
Comparable to Toner Refills

    Hewlett-Packard India today unveiled the HP Officejet Pro X series and the HP
Officejet Pro 3610/3620 Black & White series - the latest breakthrough technologies that
broaden HP's Inkjet portfolio for businesses in India.

    The HP Officejet Pro X500 series is recognized as the world's fastest desktop printer
by Guinness World Records[(5)], while the HP Officejet Pro 3610/3620 Black & White series
offers laser-like quality and performance at very low running costs, comparable to laser
toner refills[(4)].

    These new inkjet innovations offer laser-comparable, robust performance along with
affordability, which will empower businesses to decrease running costs and greatly
increase productivity, thereby driving the adoption of Inkjets in Indian offices.
[(1],[2],[3],[4)]

    Nitin Hiranandani, Director, Printing Systems, PPS, HP - India said, "HP's new
innovations ininkjet printing technology are set to transform the office printing
environment for Indian businesses. Enterprise workgroups and SMBs have told us they
require technologies to improve efficiency and reduce costs, and that's exactly what these
devices do. They are simply designed for business."

    "The HP Officejet Pro X Series leads HP's inkjet innovation for businesses by offering
manageability, professional color printing at breakthrough speed at up to half the cost of
laser printers. We at HP continue to advance inkjet innovation to help businesses succeed.
The latest HP Officejet Pro 3610/3620 Black & White series features high print quality and
reliability that offers businesses peace of mind at avery low cost," Mr. Hiranandani
added.

    According to InfoTrends (December 2012), business inkjet devices are expected to take
a greater share of the office printing market and Indian placements of business inkjet
devices will grow from 14.7 million in 2011 to 18.9 million in 2016 at a compound annual
growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2%."[(6)]

    25 Years of Inkjet Innovation

    HP business inkjet printers have consistently received accolades and the new HP
Officejet Pro X Series and the HP Officejet Pro Black & White series mark new achievements
in HP's 25-year legacy in inkjet innovation. Over the past year, HP Officejet and
Officejet Pro series products have received a combined total of six awards for outstanding
A4 inkjet printing and energy efficiency. (Summer 2012, Winter 2012, Winter 2013) from
Buyers Laboratory LLC.

    HP Officejet Pro X Series - A breakthrough Inkjet Innovation

    Powered by HP PageWide Technology
[http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/newsroom/press_kits/2012/FallBizPrinting/HPPageWideTechnologyWhitePaper.pdf ]
- the company's next-generation inkjet platform-the HP Officejet Pro X Series
can deliver high-quality professional documents at up to 70 pages per minute in General
Office mode, making it the fastest desktop printer. The HP Officejet Pro X576/476 dw MFPs
and HP Officejet Pro X551/451dw Printers deliver high-quality professional documents at up
to twice the speed and half the cost of color lasers, allowing enterprise workgroups and
small, medium-sized businesses (SMBs) to enjoy more time and cost savings.[(1],[2)] These
devices will address the needs of work-teams with up to 15 users printing up to
approximately 4200 pages a month. Users can also print from virtually anywhere with the
latest mobile printing technologies such as HP ePrint.[(7)]Additionally, HP 970 and 971
ink cartridges feature quick-drying, long-lasting pigment inks that offer highly durable,
professional print quality, and feature optimized color mixing and paper interaction for
high-speed printing.

    The HP Officejet Pro X Series include:

       
        - HP Officejet Pro X451dw Printer - Priced at an MRP Rs. 31,499/-[(8)]
        - HP Officejet Pro X551dw Printer - Priced at an MRP Rs. 37,999/-[(8)]
        - HP Officejet Pro X476dw MFP - Priced at an MRP Rs. 43,999/-[(8)]
        - HP Officejet Pro X576 dw MFP - Priced at an MRP Rs. 50,499/-[(8)]

    HP Officejet Pro 3610/3620 Black & White series

    According to a HP-sponsored study by Spire Research and Consulting (December 2012),
24% of refilled laser printer cartridges produced inconsistent print results such as black
spots, black stains and black lines.[(4)] 22% of the tested refilled laser print
cartridges also required troubleshooting before the cartridges were depleted, thereby
contributing to printing downtime and affecting business productivity.[(4)]

    Original HP 960 Officejet ink cartridges, which are part of the Officejet Pro Black &
White 3610/3620 printing systems, yielded the highest-quality results when tested,
producing no printing error or inconsistency when compared to refilled laser printer
cartridges.[(2)] Another BLI Reliability test (March 2013) reported no malfunction or
misfeed for the Officejet Pro 3610/3620 Black & White printing systems throughout the
12,000 pages printed.[(3)]

    Compared with majority of black and white laser all-in-one printers in the same price
range the new HP Officejet Pro 3610, 3620 Black & White e-All-in-One printers come with
additional features such as auto-duplex printing, built-in Ethernet that enables Apple
AirPrint on iPad(R), iPhone(R), iPod(R) and the latest embedded printing on Samsung GALAXY
S 4 as well as HP ePrint[(7],[14],[15],[16)].

    Additionally, the HP 960 Officejet ink cartridges produce laser-like black prints that
resist water, fading, and highlighter smear, while lasting for decades.[(9],[10)]Each HP
960 XL Black Officejet ink cartridge prints up to 1,600 pages and a standard-sized
cartridge is available from Rs. 595 - a very low cost when compared to laser toner
refills.[(2)]

    The new printers use up to 50% less energy than mono lasers with this ENERGY STAR(R)
2.0 qualified e-All-in-One printer and save up to 40% energy with the Schedule On and
Schedule Off feature.[(11],[12)] They come with an easy-to-use, 2-inch mono graphic
display and can print at ISO speed up to 19 pages per minute.

    The HP Officejet Pro Black & White series includes:

       
        - HP Officejet Pro 3610 Black and White e-All-in-One - Priced at MRP Rs.
          7,999/-[(8)]
        - HP Officejet Pro 3620 Black and White e-All-in-One that comes with the fax
          feature - Priced at MRP Rs. 11,999/-[(8)]

    About HP

    HP creates new possibilities for technology to have a meaningful impact on people,
businesses, governments and society. The world's largest technology company, HP brings
together a portfolio that spans printing [http://www.hp.com/printers ], personal computing
[http://www.hp.com/country/us/en/prodserv/computers.html ], software
[http://www8.hp.com/us/en/software/enterprise-software.html ], services
[http://www8.hp.com/us/en/services/it-services.html ] and IT infrastructure
[http://www8.hp.com/us/en/solutions/solutions-detail.html?compURI=tcm:245-785656 ] to solve
customer problems. More information about HP (NYSE: HPQ) is available at
http://www.hp.com.

    Footnotes:

    (1) For HP Officejet Pro X Series - Comparison based on manufacturers' published
specifications of fastest-available color mode (as of March 2012) and includes color laser
MFPs <$1,000 and color laser printers <$800 available March 2012 based on market share as
reported by IDC as of Q1 2012 and HP internal testing of printer in fastest available
color mode (sample four-page category documents tested from ISO 24734). After first set of
ISO test pages. Additional information is available at
http://www.hp.com/go/printerclaims.

    (2) For HP Officejet Pro X Series - Cost per page (CPP) claim is based on the majority
of color laser MFPs <$1000 USD MSRP and color laser printers <$800 USD MSRP as of March
2012, ISO yield based on continuous printing in default mode based on market share as
reported by IDC as of Q1 2012. CPP comparisons for laser supplies are based on published
specifications of the manufacturers' highest capacity cartridges. CPP based on HP
970XL/971XL ink cartridges estimated street price. For more information, see
http://www.hp.com/go/learnaboutsupplies.

    (3) HP Officejet Pro 3610/3620 Black & White series - Based on comparison of
manufacturers published specification by BLI for a majority of black and white laser
all-in-one printers less than US$200 (including VAT) in China and India. See
hp.com/go/officejet [http://hp.com/go/officejet ] for details.

    (4) HP Officejet Pro 3610/3620 Black & White series - Based on cost comparison study
conducted by SPIRE on HP Officejet Pro Black and White 3610 e-All-in-One series compared
with an industry-leading black and white laser all-in-one printer less than US$200
(including VAT) with toner refills from three leading refill brands available in China and
India as of November 2012. Cost comparison study based on use of original manufacturer's
laser toner cartridge plus two refills. See hp.com/go/officejet
[http://hp.com/go/officejet ] for details.

    (5) For HP Officejet Pro X Series - Guinness World Records title certified for fastest
time to print 500 sheets by an office color desktop printer, April 2012. Record set on HP
X551dw and X576dw models. Details at guinnessworldrecords.com. Record attempt supervised
and verified by wirthconsulting.org. Test documents ISO 24734 from sample four-page
category test file printed in fastest available color mode for all products. Competitive
set includes laser and inkjet color desktop MFPs <$1,000 and printers <$800 as of March
2012.

    (6) According to December 2012 InfoTrends report "Is Inkjet Printing Technology Ready
to Transform the Office Printing Environment?" by Zac Butcher.

    (7) Requires an Internet connection to the printer. Feature works with any connected
Internet- and email-capable device. Print times may vary. For a list of supported
documents, and image types, see http://www.hp.com/go/eprintcenter. And for additional
solutions, see http://www.hp.com/go/mobile-printing-solutions.

    (8) The indicated price is Maximum Retail Price for consumers across India. The actual
operating price in the market may be equal or lesser, and varies from region to region
according to local taxes and levies.

    (9) Water resistance based on HP internal testing, using paper with the ColorLok(R)
logo.

    (10) Fade resistance based on paper industry predictions for acid-free papers and
Original HP inks; colorant stability data at room temperature based on similar systems
tested per ISO 11798 and ISO 18909.

    (11) Testing performed in accordance with ISO 11798:2000 information and
documentation, conducted by SP Technical Research Institute of Sweden, November, 2012. For
more information, see h41112.www4.hp.com/certifications/se/sv
[http://h41112.www4.hp.com/certifications/se/sv ]

    (12) Majority of black & white laser all-in-one printers <US$200 (including VAT) as of
November 2012. Energy use based on HP/BLI testing and ENERGY STAR's published TEC data.
For details, see hp.com/go/officejet [http://hp.com/go/officejet ].

    (13) Energy savings calculation assumes the device is scheduled to be off for 12 hours
per weekday and 48 hours per weekend. Reduced energy use is compared with a typical daily
usage model, which assumes devices remain in "off" mode overnight and on the weekend.

    (14) Requires an Internet connection to an HP web-enabled or networked printer and
mobile device. Airprint and other device/printer connections may require wireless access
point. Separately purchased data plans and service agreements may apply. Wireless
performance is dependent upon physical environment and distance from access point.
Wireless operations are compatible with 2.4 GHz routers only.

    (15) Compatible with Android(TM) 2.0 and later devices, and iOS 4.3 and later devices
(iPad(R), iPhone(R) 4s, iPhone(R) 4, iPhone(R) 3GS, and 3rd and above generation iPod(R)
touch). Also compatible with Windows 8 for tablet devices.

    (16) Mobile device and printer must be connected to the same network to access
approximate cartridge levels. iOS devices and Windows 8 devices must have app open to
receive alerts.

    (17) Retailer availability and participation may vary by country.

    Primary Media Contact: Anirudh Chouhan, anirudh@the-practice.net, 91-98999-41249

    Secondary Media Contact: Shruti Sharma, shruti@the-practice.net, 91-98116-85842

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