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Fameus Social Network Announces Official Launch Event

LOS ANGELES, March 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Fameus, a new social network that connects the entertainment industry, is announcing their official launch party & VIP reception, Saturday March 23rd at the Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills, California.

Fameus is an unprecedented networking platform - job site to the entertainment world and is already making waves in Hollywood, connecting everyone from Musicians, Actors, Models and Casting Directors to Make Up Artists, Hairstylists, Artists and Production Crew.

The founding partners Mike Kahn Jr., Jason Stecker, Brandt Weisman and Kent Speakman share in the excitement of launching "Fameus" to the public because of how it will help an entire industry come closer together and find work opportunities in this challenging economy. Fameus users can showcase their talent- demo reel, work history, head-shots, videos or music on the website or on the go with the mobile application.

"We're excited to help people from all walks of life... from the struggling drummer looking for a band to connect with in a new city, to an up and coming actor connect with the right people to make a short film, from cast and crew to hair and make-up," Mike Kahn Jr., CEO & Co-Founder Fameus.

"Relationships are the foundation in any industry, and being able to keep in touch with your contacts on a social network made specifically for creatives, not suits... is what Fameus users are excited about," says Kent Speakman, COO & Partner in Fameus.  "Users connect to their industry peers, form alliances, and find work... it's about building relationships and that's what Fameus is."

Fameus users will have the opportunity to foster relationships by using http://www.fameusUSA.com and its mobile app for smart phones and tablets. The benefits of the application include features for all professionals in film, television, music, fashion, art, and public relations. Users may post and search job listings, receive email alerts, and find info about industry events and contests.

Fameus is kicking things off by hosting some of Hollywood's elite at a private launch event at the beautiful Sofitel Hotel in Beverly Hills on the evening of March 23rd.

Jessica Sittomer, The GreenLight Coach, and Fameus will also be holding a special seminar on networking in the entertainment industry at the Sofitel on the afternoon of March 23rd.

Request an invitation today at http://www.fameusUSA.com or tweet #GetFameus to @FameusUSA

Contact:
Steve Valentine
VALENTINE GROUP L.A.
323.330.0578

SOURCE  Fameus

Fameus

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

NanoTech Entertainment (NTEK) Joins DNA as Founder Member

NanoTech becomes a Founder Member of the Digital Out-Of-Home Interactive Entertainment Network Association

LAS VEGAS, March 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- NANOTECH ENTERTAINMENT (OTCPINK: NTEK) today announced from the DNA association as a founder member.  Amusement Expo 2013 that it has accepted an invitation to join.  The DNA is a young, rapidly-growing association of individuals and companies developing social and networked out-of-home entertainment applications, found in amusement and theme parks, retail centers, educational institutions and sports, fitness and leisure facilities.

Kevin Williams, Founding Chairman of the DNA stated, "We are very excited for NanoTech to join the association.  The NanoTech team brings a wealth of industry experience and cutting edge innovation to the changing landscape of out-of-home entertainment."  The focus of the DNA Association is to define the amorphous groups that comprise a vibrant industry and illustrate how they all interact - but also to show what technology actually brings to those that operate them with statistical data for members and exclusive information circulation through membership. All this supported by special conferences to be held internationally.  "NanoTech is always looking beyond the cutting edge of technology and is a welcome member to join our association and share their ideas and concepts that will help shape the future of this industry."

David R. Foley, founder of NanoTech stated, "Kevin has always had a keen eye on the industry and a more in depth understanding than many of the people in the industry.  The DNA association represents a democratic concept of trying to better the market and share valuable ideas and information amongst its members.  NanoTech will benefit greatly from this association."

For all details on the DNA Association contact Kevin Williams (KWP / DNA Association), kwp@thestingerreport.com, +44 7785 254 729, http://www.dna-association.com.

The NanoTech Entertainment logo is a trademark of NanoTech Entertainment, Inc. All rights reserved. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.  "The Future of Television" is a service mark of NanoTech Entertainment, Inc., All Rights Reserved

    Contact:                 Denise Clifford

    Phone:                   (408) 414-7355

    Email:                   denise@nanotechent.com
SOURCE  NanoTech Entertainment

NanoTech Entertainment

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

LG Electronics USA Launches 100-Inch Class Laser TV

Projector's Laser-Based Illumination System Delivers Full HD Picture, Creates Brilliant, Space-Saving Home Theater Experience

NEW YORK, March 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics is launching the LG Laser TV, an ultra-short-throw projector system which requires a mere 22 inches of clearance from the wall, in the United States next month. 

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The LG Laser TV creates a giant 100-inch class (100-inch diagonal) Full HD 1080p resolution picture and features LG's Smart TV platform for access to virtually limitless content. Previewed at the 2013 International CES® in January, the LG Laser TV will be available in April at a suggested retail price of $8,999.

"LG's Laser TV is a new take on front-projection TV, offering a theater-like experience at home, but without sacrificing on features like LG's Smart TV or requiring intensive set-up," said Jay Vandenbree, senior vice president, home entertainment, LG Electronics USA, Inc. "It allows us to give consumers the picture quality, feature and design aesthetics they've come to expect, and in a large format and attractive price."

Brilliant Home Theater Experience
The LG Laser TV combines outstanding giant-screen picture quality and premium features to create a unique theater-like experience at home. With 1080p Full HD resolution and 150 nit brightness, it renders vivid and crisp images that will pop, even in a lighter environment.

Unlike standard projection systems that typically need to be ceiling mounted, LG's Laser TV can be positioned near the floor or fastened to the ceiling, giving consumers greater flexibility when building their home entertainment center. Additionally, the laser illumination system has a lifespan up to 25,000 hours without light-source replacement, roughly five times longer than mercury-based lamps that are standard with most projection systems.

The Laser TV also incorporates LG's Smart TV platform with built in Wi-Fi, offering access to premium content providers, like Netflix and YouTube, the LG app store and more*. Navigation of online services is made easy with the Magic Remote which utilizes three modes of control - gesture, point and wheel.   

To complete the package, the projector unit houses an ATSC tuner, 20W stereo speaker system and a variety of interface options, including 3 HDMI, 2 USB, an optical audio output, as well as RS-232 interface. It also has built-in Intel® Wireless Display (WiDi) and Wi-Fi Direct(TM) (Miracast(TM)), so content from any compatible external device can be wirelessly shared on the big screen.

From a design perspective, the device features LG's understated yet stylish Dynamic Arc Design, creating subtly curved surfaces that reach a mere 5.7 inches in height. The 100-inch class screen (included with purchase of projector) features LG's Cinema Screen design aesthetic, which limits the bezel for a truly immersive viewing experience and makes it suitable for any interior decor.

*Smart TV devices include HDTVs, Blu-ray Disc Players and Network Home Theater Systems. Internet connection and certain subscriptions required and sold separately. Content and services vary by product and are subject to change without notice.

Designs, features and specification subject to change without notice

About LG Electronics USA
LG Electronics USA, Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics, Inc., a $45 billion global force and technology leader in consumer electronics, home appliances and mobile communications. In the United States, LG Electronics sells a range of stylish and innovative home entertainment products, mobile phones, home appliances, commercial displays, air conditioning systems and solar energy solutions, all under LG's "Life's Good" marketing theme. LG Electronics is a 2013 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year. For more information, please visit http://www.lg.com.

SOURCE  LG Electronics USA, Inc.

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LG Electronics USA, Inc.

CONTACT: LG Electronics USA, John I. Taylor, +1-847-941-8181, john.taylor@lge.com; or Lisette Kwong, +1-212-880-5222, Lisette.kwong@lg-one.com

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

ConnectEDU Chosen to Build the Online Talent Community for Hiring Our Heroes

New talent community will connect veterans and their families to meaningful employment opportunities and critical education pathways

BOSTON, March 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- ConnectEDU, a worldwide leader in developing innovative, human capital development solutions, was selected by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to build the online Hiring Our Heroes Talent Community. The talent community provides a single online destination for military candidates to find jobs in high-demand employment regions and industries across the country, connect directly with employers, complete self assessments and identify critical career paths to designated occupations.

As part of the Hiring Our Heroes Fast Track program, the talent community provides tools for veterans and transitioning servicemembers to leverage the GI Bill to earn specific qualifications and credentials that map to meaningful career opportunities. By providing clear career pathways, veterans will be able to make informed decisions about education and employment opportunities.

"We're excited to partner with ConnectEDU as we enhance our Fast Track program and strive to better inform veterans and transitioning servicemembers about the cities and industries that are demonstrating job growth," said Lieutenant Colonel Kevin Schmiegel (ret.), executive director of Hiring Our Heroes. "Returning servicemen and women often make decisions of the heart when they leave the military and we need to help change that approach. Through the Hiring Our Heroes Talent Community, we are providing a valuable free resource to help them identify where the jobs are."

On March 25(th), the talent community will go live with an initial focus on the media/entertainment industry, in conjunction with the Got Your 6 campaign. Participating employers include CBS, Creative Artists Agency, DreamWorks Animation, Fox, Imageworks, NBCUniversal, Sony Pictures Entertainment and The Walt Disney Company. This will be the first of 11 industry tracks.

ConnectEDU has also built and supported talent communities for regional chambers of commerce and Fortune 500 companies. Go to http://www.connectedu.com/solutions/workforce/recruit to learn more.

About Hiring Our Heroes (http://www.uschamber.com/hiringourheroes)

Hiring Our Heroes is a nationwide initiative of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to help veterans and military spouses find meaningful employment.  Since March 2011, Hiring Our Heroes has hosted more than 400 hiring fairs in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia; more than 18,400 veterans have been placed in jobs.

About ConnectEDU (http://www.connectedu.com)

ConnectEDU is a privately held technology company, committed to preparing and transitioning 21st century learners on their pathways from school to college to career, helping them realize their potential, achieve a secure financial future, and ultimately connect to life's possibilities. ConnectEDU was created in 2002, by Craig Powell, an entrepreneur with a passion for ensuring that all students have access to the expertise and resources needed to realize and achieve their potential. Today, ConnectEDU serves more than 20 million registered learners, 5,000 educational institutions, and 130,000 employers throughout 40 countries; all engaging and supporting learners across their school-to-college-to-career pathway.

SOURCE  ConnectEDU

ConnectEDU

CONTACT: Katy Henderson, +1-617-532-3078, press@connectedu.com

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

Interactive Video Experiences Driven By The User's Voice Launched By Volio, Inc.

Combines Video with Speech Recognition Technology to Create Uniquely Engaging Digital Media Content

Esquire Magazine Partnership Kicks-off Official Launch

NEW YORK, March 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- San Francisco-based startup Volio, Inc. today announced the launch of Volio(TM) digital media experiences - interactive video driven by the user's voice. Simply by talking, the user participates and guides the experience.

A Volio experience combines a personality, video and speech recognition in an unusually innovative, yet simple way. The company enables media creators, brands, marketers and entertainers to create topical, highly engaging, distinctively personalized "one-on-one" experiences. Volio apps can be entertaining, informative or educational.

Founded by Ron Croen, a successful Silicon Valley entrepreneur, and led by a seasoned group of technology, media, entertainment and marketing entrepreneurs, the company is angel funded by Andreessen Horowitz, 500 Startups and several Silicon Valley veterans and private investors.

Volio launches with "Talk to Esquire" a companion app for the April edition of Esquire magazine, which is available today in the Apple App Store.

"We share a vision about how the combination of personality, video, and speech recognition technology will delight users," said Ron Croen, founder and CEO of Volio Inc. "We're excited to offer media companies and brands a way to extend and personalize their content as we've done with Esquire magazine."

To coincide with the launch, Volio Inc., has partnered with leading men's publication Esquire magazine, to create a first-of-its kind app which gives users personalized "one-on-one" experiences with three of the magazine's award-winning columnists. The "Talk to Esquire" app features Volio experiences with Esquire Fashion Director Nick Sullivan, Drinks Correspondent David Wondrich and Grooming Expert Rodney Cutler. The app lets users talk virtually with each expert on selected topics. The columnists ask users questions and provide customized information and advice based on the user's spoken responses. 

"Volio represents the qualitative shift in how users are interacting with media," said David Granger, editor-in-chief of Esquire. "They, like Esquire, want to interact via video, conversation and other immersive experiences. We are thrilled to share this opportunity with the 'Talk to Esquire' app."

For more on Volio, and to view a video demonstrating the "Talk to Esquire" app, please visit the company website: http://www.volio.me

Follow Volio on Twitter: @officialvolio

Download the 'Talk to Esquire' app http://appstore.com/TalktoEsq  or search "Talk to ESQ" on the App Store.

About Volio Inc.

Volio, Inc. creates interactive experiences which feature personality, video and voice recognition technology. Volio(TM) experiences are a new way to deliver content. By simply talking, the user participates and guides the experience. Volio apps can be entertaining, informative or educational. They are used by media creators, brands, marketers and entertainers to drive deeper audience engagement.

Led by a seasoned and diverse group of technology, media, entertainment and marketing entrepreneurs, Volio Inc. is angel funded by Andreessen Horowitz, 500 Startups and several Silicon Valley veteran and private investors. Volio, Inc. has offices in San Francisco and Los Angeles.

SOURCE  Volio, Inc.

Volio, Inc.

CONTACT: Courtney Greenberg, DKC, +1-212-981-5108, Courtney_Greenberg@dkcnews.com, or Rachel Carr, DKC, +1-212-981-5253, Rachel_Carr@dkcnews.com

Web Site: http://www.volio.me

PITOOEY!, Inc. Proudly Announces the Launch of its Branded pitooeyTV YouTube channel

PHOENIX, March 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- PITOOEY!(TM) (OTCBB: PTOO) ("The Company") premieres video advertising campaign through their branded YouTube channel, pitooeyTV.

David Sonkin, President and Co-Founder of PITOOEY!, Inc., stated, "We recognize the value that video plays in communicating our message to a broad audience. Through the YouTube campaign, we were able to take a creative, fun and easy to understand approach to sharing some of the history and a glimpse into the future of PITOOEY!(TM)."

At the heart of PITOOEY!(TM) is a mobile app that allows users to "search & subscribe" to their favorite businesses through a simple and fun interface, powered by a robust and sophisticated messaging database. Users receive deals and updates on their favorite businesses and those businesses only. Born out of a frustration with being unable to quickly find the things that he wanted from the places he already liked, our President, David Sonkin, wanted to create something specifically tailored to the user.  PITOOEY!(TM) is something that enables the mobile user to not only create lists of their favorite places and interests, but to also have communication with those places. Build your list. That's it. PITOOEY!(TM) works for you to organize your information and keep you in touch with your favorite businesses. This allows users to avoid all that does not interest them.

When asked about PITOOEY!(TM), founder of Rockstar Digital, Rob Swope, stated, "We have created an app that caters to the individualized needs of every consumer. With the swift growing community of online coupon and deal users, we knew we needed to create a mobile app that will accommodate to any consumer with all of their individual preferences in mind."

The PITOOEY!(TM) branded YouTube campaign will take another look at the creative minds behind the idea of the innovative app. It will be supported by promotional activity, including exposure at multiple mobile application and mobile marketing expos within the next few months. The campaign sends a clear message that the frustrations experienced by users of the current "deal" and coupon platforms will be addressed and eliminated.

To download the app, go to http://itun.es/us/ilLxJ.i.

For further information, please visit http://www.pitooey.com.

About PITOOEY!(TM), Inc.

PITOOEY!(TM), Inc. is a digital marketing agency that leverages its proprietary technology and industry expertise to assist companies in establishing and developing a presence on the Internet. The company's offerings come from three distinct, yet synergistic, business groups, Choice One Mobile, Rockstar Digital, and PITOOEY!(TM) Mobile, with the company's flagship product, the PITOOEY!(TM) app.

Choice One Mobile offers various services regarding content creation, search engine optimization, social media management, and mobile platform optimization using "Mobile Caviar" (sm) - an array of unique processes for the distribution of mobile marketing content. Rockstar Digital develops and manages high-end digital content including site, social and mobile content management as well as customized e-commerce. The PITOOEY!(TM) app is a preference based, searchable ad network. On the PITOOEY!(TM) platform, a partner business may upload messages into the database, which users "pull" according a profile based on their (the consumer) interests, previous purchases, current location, etc. PITOOEY!(TM) provides a service to users, as well as an engagement tool for businesses.

For more information, please visit:
http://www.Pitooey.com
http://www.choiceonemobile.com
http://www.rockstar-digital.com

Forward-Looking Statements

This release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements regarding our expected future financial position, results of operations, cash flows, financing plans, business strategy, products and services, competitive positions, growth opportunities, plans and objectives of management for future operations, as well as statements that include words such as "anticipate," "if," "believe," "plan," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "may," "could," "should," "will," and other similar expressions are forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements involve risks, uncertainties and contingencies, many of which are beyond our control, which may cause actual results, performance, or achievements to differ materially from anticipated results, performance, or achievements. We are under no obligation to (and expressly disclaim any such obligation to) update or alter our forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

For further information contact:
Pitooey! Inc. Public Relations and Shareholder Information

Joseph M. Vazquez III

Phone: (800) 268-4557

Email: InvestorRelations@pitooey.com

SOURCE  PITOOEY!, Inc.

PITOOEY!, Inc.

Web Site: http://pitooey.com

Chef Craig Deihl Shares His Vision Of Charleston Cuisine With The Plugra Gourmet Club

KANSAS CITY, Mo., March 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Plugrá(®) European-Style Butter is launching the second year of the Plugrá Gourmet Club with Chef Craig Deihl, executive chef at Cypress in Charleston, South Carolina. Chef Deihl is known for his rich interpretation of southern cuisine and his love of food that stems from his upbringing in a quintessential American household. The Chef Deihl-created menu showcases recipes, tips and cultural insights for a truly Low Country Eclectic dinner.

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In partnership with SAVEUR Magazine, Plugrá European-Style Butter has enlisted Plugrá-loving chefs from around the country to bring their signature styles and recipes to culinary enthusiasts. Chef Deihl's menu and tips, combined with the drink pairing suggestions from wine director, Bill Netherland, create the perfect Low Country Eclectic menu.

As one of the most popular dining scenes in the country, Charleston fits naturally with the Plugrá Gourmet Club. "In the Cypress menu, I've utilized as many fresh ingredients as I can," said Chef Deihl. "We select the oysters straight from the docks and know our butcher very well, so we get the best." From the Oysters with Ginger Soy Butter to the NY Strip in a Beef Butter Sauce, Plugrá Butter is incorporated into every course.

Every other month, Plugrá will feature a new chef and a new cuisine. By providing the menu, demonstration videos, and ambiance and décor tips, Plugrá Gourmet Club makes it easy for food enthusiasts to join together, gain knowledge and celebrate their passion for food. Home chefs can learn from professionals how Plugrá Butter creates less moisture content and a creamier texture leading to fluffier cakes, flakier pastries, creamy sauces, rich risottos, and extraordinary flavored butters and sautés.

New in 2013, you can access the Plugrá Gourmet Club through a new Facebook app on the Plugrá Facebook page, as well as through SAVEUR.com/plugra. The new app also offers additional tools to help plan your next Gourmet Club dinner party, from invitation design to dish assignments. 

With each feature, a Club of the Month is recognized based on entries. The winning group is selected by a panel of editors at SAVEUR and awarded $500 toward their next dinner party. 

About Plugrá(®) European-Style Butter
Plugrá Butter is marketed by the Consumer Brands division of Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. Plugrá is the official butter of the SAVEUR magazine editorial Test Kitchen and The French Pastry School in Chicago, Ill. For more information on the Plugrá, visit http://www.plugra.com/gourmetclub or http://www.facebook.com/plugrabutter. For information, menus and more about Cypress, visit http://www.magnolias-blossom-cypress.com/.

About SAVEUR
SAVEUR has been honored with four American Society of Magazine Editors awards and 17 James Beard journalism awards. SAVEUR magazine and SAVEUR.com are part of the Bonnier Travel & Epicurean Group, a division of Bonnier Corporation. For more information about SAVEUR, visit SAVEUR.com.

    Contact:                   Crystal Hedrick

                               (417) 875-5135

                               crystal.hedrick@noble.net
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Plugra European-Style Butter

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

Kobo Releases Android Jelly Bean Upgrade For Kobo Arc Tablet

Improved search, Google Now, Face Unlock, and more with latest Android Jelly Bean 4.1 firmware update

TORONTO, March 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Kobo, a global leader in eReading, today announced its Android(TM) 4.1 Jelly Bean firmware update for Kobo's award-winning 7" Google-certified Kobo Arc tablet. This update optimizes the user experience with faster performance, improved search capabilities, increased touch responsiveness, and additional intelligence features to help organize and streamline information with actionable notifications.  The update is now available to Kobo Arc customers when they next connect to Wi Fi.

"Kobo Arc is the perfect tablet for people who love consuming books, movies, and surfing the web," said Wayne White, EVP of Devices, Kobo. "With the latest Jelly Bean update, Kobo Arc becomes the perfect eReading companion that offers more with intelligent search recommendations, voice-to-text, and a highly responsive touch screen."

Key Android 4.1 Jelly Bean features and benefits include:

Google Now(TM): Perfect for on-the-go Kobo Arc users looking for an easy way to organize their busy schedules, Google Now personalizes information based on a user's location, time of day, history, and calendar events. Google Now shows restaurants in the area, how much traffic to expect before the morning commute, when the next train is coming, the score of a current game, a flight status, and more.

Richer notifications: Kobo Arc users will never miss a beat due to a richer notification experience. They can now receive action notifications directly within the notifications area as well as expand and collapse notifications to display more or less detail.

Improved search: Finding online content has never been easier with text or voice searches, which are now presented in a visually rich way.  Google Search can be opened directly from the locked screen by swiping up and users have the option to simply say "Google" to activate Voice Search within the Google Search screen.

Optimized voice recognition and boosted predictive typing: To complement speech-enabled online searches, Jelly Bean introduces impressive text-to-speech capabilities and an embedded speech recognizer that enables Voice Typing without an Internet connection. For those who prefer typing, an all-new keyboard lets them glide over letters to type a word while it dynamically predicts text.

Face Unlock: Keeping the Kobo Arc secure has never been easier with the improved Face Unlock, which now calibrates in different conditions and can now optionally require a blink to verify a live person is unlocking the device. In addition, users can feel safer with improvements in malware blocking.

KOBO ARC: READS YOU LIKE A BOOK
Kobo Arc is a sleek 7" Android multimedia tablet with full access to the Google Play(TM) store, with access to more than 700,000 apps and games. It provides users with a new way to discover content - eBooks, movies, TV shows, music, web pages, and more. Kobo's exclusive interface, Tapestries, allows users to collect and curate content of interest in dynamic, visual Tapestries by "pinning" content to the home screen. The Kobo Arc's Discover Ribbon recommends related content based on the items pinned to Tapestries. The more users collect in their Tapestries, the more the Kobo Arc learns what they love and provides them with more engaging content.

The device has a high-definition display that delivers crisp, sharp text, and with more than 16 million colours, brings photos, videos, and games to life. With front-facing speakers enhanced by SRS TruMedia(TM), a built-in microphone, and a front-facing camera, Kobo Arc provides 10 hours of continuous reading or video play and two weeks on standby. Kobo Arc is available with 16GB, 32GB and 64GB configurations at local retailers.

For information, please visit: http://www.kobo.com/koboarc

About Kobo Inc.
Kobo Inc. is one of the world's fastest-growing eReading services offering more than 3.2 million eBooks, magazines and newspapers to millions of customers in 190 countries.  Believing that consumers should have the freedom to read any book on any device, Kobo provides consumers with a choice when reading. From its Family of eReaders, which includes the Kobo Touch(TM), Kobo Mini, Kobo Glo and Kobo Arc, to its free, top-ranked eReading applications for Apple®, BlackBerry®, Android®, and Windows® products, Kobo ensures the next great read is just a page-turn away. Headquartered in Toronto and owned by Tokyo-based Rakuten, Kobo eReaders can be found in major retail chains around the world. For more information, visit http://www.kobo.com.

Media contact:
Cerys Goodall
Director, Public Relations
Kobo Inc.
(416) 977-8737 x 3562 
cgoodall@kobo.com

SOURCE  Kobo Inc.

Kobo Inc.

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

Sysorex Completes Acquisition Of Lilien

SANTA CLARA, Calif., March 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Sysorex Global Holdings Corp. (SYRX.PK US), a leading information technology solutions and services company, today announced the acquisition of Lilien LLC, an enterprise IT infrastructure solution provider with over $40 million in annual revenue, through a combination of stock and cash from debt financing.  Acquiring Lilien expands Sysorex's depth of enterprise service offerings, including Big Data services and advanced analytics, while providing premier partnership status with leading vendors in IT infrastructure.  Lilien provides the people, processes and technology to develop and implement infrastructure for mission-critical enterprises. They provide comprehensive solutions that enable customers to solve the most complex and important IT challenges and objectives while driving the greatest business value.

"We are excited to leverage the global presence and resources of Sysorex," said Geoffrey Lilien, CEO of Lilien LLC.  "This provides us with a unique opportunity for vertical market and geographic expansion.  By combining our experience and resources, we will be even better equipped to meet current and future enterprise IT demands for our customers."

"The acquisition of Lilien greatly increases our service and product offerings," said Nadir Ali, President of Sysorex Global Holdings Corp. "Lilien is an award winning and long established company that brings our organization multiple benefits including highly qualified and dedicated staff, deep technical expertise, premier technology certifications, and key manufacturer partnerships.  We look forward to incorporating their leading-edge solutions, including Big Data and analytics, onto our extensive Government contracts.  Sysorex plans to continue to expand through strategic acquisitions and organic growth to fulfill our plan to become a leading provider of IT services and solutions to government agencies and businesses globally. Lilien is the first acquisition and offers a tremendous platform and team to build on."

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements, particularly as related to, among other things, the business plans of Sysorex (the Company), statements relating to goals, plans and projections regarding the Company's financial position and business strategy. The words or phrases "would be," "will allow," "intends to," "may result," "are expected to," "will continue," "anticipates," "expects," "estimate," "project," "indicate," "could," "potentially," "should," "believe," "think," "considers" or similar expressions are intended to identify "forward-looking statements." These forward-looking statements fall within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Act of 1934 and are subject to the safe harbor created by these sections. Actual results could differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements as a result of a number of risks and uncertainties. Such forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, involve known and unknown risks, a reliance on third parties for information, transactions or orders that may be cancelled, and other factors that may cause our actual results, performance or achievements, or developments in our industry, to differ materially from the anticipated results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from anticipated results include risks and uncertainties related to the fluctuation of global economic conditions, the performance of management and our employees, our ability to obtain financing, competition, general economic conditions and other factors that are detailed in our periodic reports and on documents we file from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Statements made herein are as of the date of this press release and should not be relied upon as of any subsequent date. The Company cautions readers not to place undue reliance on such statements. The Company does not undertake, and the Company specifically disclaims any obligation, to update any forward-looking statements to reflect occurrences, developments, unanticipated events or circumstances after the date of such statement. Actual results may differ materially from the Company's expectations and estimates.

SOURCE  Sysorex Global Holdings Corp.

Sysorex Global Holdings Corp.

CONTACT: David Riedel, +1-212-334-6365, driedel@riedelresearch.com

Bally Total Fitness Launches Free Online and Mobile Fitness Solutions for Members

PumpOne Partnership Provides Free Access to Online and Mobile Fitness Apps

CHICAGO, March 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- With the explosive growth of smartphones and the utilization of mobile applications over the past few years, brick and mortar retailers are looking for ways to interact and engage with customers wherever they are, and fitness gyms are no different. With ever-increasing options for workout enthusiasts to access online training and workout content, it is vital for gyms and their trainers to stay connected with members wherever they are, as well as, provide tools to help enhance and improve their workout experience.  In an effort to meet these growing needs, Bally Total Fitness has taken a proactive approach and will be offering free web and mobile workout training solutions to all of its members.

With the help of PumpOne, the pioneer and leader of online and mobile fitness solutions, Bally Total Fitness will be providing members access to over 800 challenging workouts and over 6,000 exercise images and instructional videos accessible on the web and mobile devices. Members can easily follow plans and track workouts. "Early on we recognized how the web and mobile usage was changing the fitness industry.  Since 2005 we have been focused on building first class fitness applications that are really focused on making workout training, fun, trackable and more accessible," said Craig Schlossberg, co-founder of PumpOne. The flagship FitnessBuilder app is currently available on iOS, Android and the web for a monthly fee of $9.99/month and $59.99/year.  Bally Total Fitness plans on making the service available to all members free of charge.  The program has an early April 2013 planned rollout.

About PumpOne
PumpOne is the pioneer in on-demand digital fitness with one of the largest exercise image & video libraries. PumpOne offers access to their content through their FitnessBuilder® and FitnessClass(TM) applications as well as private labeled solutions geared toward, trainers, gyms and corporate wellness programs.

About Bally Total Fitness
With over 30 years of experience, Bally Total Fitness is among the most popular health club brands in America, operating 44 clubs in New York, New Jersey, California and Colorado.

Bally Total Fitness is the pioneer in designing and building world-class health clubs, so each facility is the result of decades of fitness experience.  Bally clubs are designed to provide members with the tools to reach their fitness goals - from motivating Personal Training programs and innovative Group Exercise classes to inspiring facilities with team members dedicated to supporting its members' individual needs at an affordable price.

SOURCE  Bally Total Fitness

Bally Total Fitness

CONTACT: Bradley Lewis, +1-212-982-5050, brad@pumpone.com; High-resolution press images are available at http://www.pumpone.com/press.

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

Leanplum Announces Expanded Beta Program and New Android Support for Mobile App A/B Testing Optimization Service

Google Developer Day at Game Developers Conference to feature Leanplum

SAN FRANCISCO, March 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Mobile app optimization company Leanplum (http://www.leanplum.com) today announced an expanded beta of their service, broadening its early adopter program to a larger group of selected developers. The San Francisco-based company helps mobile game and app companies better understand and monetize their end-users via A/B testing. Additionally, the service now supports both native Android and iOS-based mobile apps and games, as well as HTML5-based apps.

"We've been working closely with Leanplum over the past several months to optimize our top freemium mobile games using their A/B testing platform", said Carey DiJulio, VP & GM of Big Fish Casino and Big Fish Bingo, "We're excited that we can run new tests quickly and easily and get immediate actionable insight without requiring a data analyst. We see big potential for how Leanplum can help increase lifetime value on our titles."

With Leanplum, product managers can test nearly any aspect of their mobile game or app, whether it's look-and-feel, mechanics, or promotions. Changes to mobile applications can happen on-the-fly, without having to recompile code for resubmission to an app store. The platform also provides a robust analytics package to judge the performance of the tests. With the expanded beta, Leanplum enhances its cross-platform support to include native Android apps, Web-based apps running HTML5 client-side, or those via REST APIs powered server-side. This adds to the current platform support for apps running native iOS.

"We've had tremendous interest from hundreds of new signups for our beta, and we are thrilled to expand our early adopter program to accommodate this demand, as well as enhance our cross-platform support", said Leanplum CEO Momchil Kyurkchiev, "We've also grown our core team, recently adding Joel Englander, formerly of Redpoint Ventures, as a Leanplum co-founder."

At the upcoming Game Developers Conference (GDC) in San Francisco, Leanplum will participate in the Google Developer Day, highlighting how its optimization service can improve user acquisition, engagement and monetization for mobile games running on top of Google infrastructure today. Leanplum founders, Momchil Kyurkchiev and Andrew First, will speak during the opening keynote session. See the GDC site for more information.

About Leanplum
Leanplum is a platform for optimizing the mission-critical metrics of mobile applications. The company enables product teams to conduct on-the-fly mobile A/B optimization tests and see immediate results with powerful analytics. The service is currently in private beta.

Leanplum was founded in 2012 by ex-Google engineers with years of experience in video ad optimization. Leanplum graduated from the TechStars Seattle program and is now based in San Francisco. Visit us at http://www.leanplum.com.

Media Contact:
Joel Englander, Leanplum, 720-470-7507, joel@leanplum.com

SOURCE  Leanplum

Leanplum

Web Site: http://schedule2013.gdconf.com

O2 Secure Wireless Inc. Announces Commencement of Educational Marketing Campaign

ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla., March 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- O2 Secure Wireless, Inc. (OTC PINK: OTOW) launches private educational campaign.

O2 Secure Wireless has set up its private educational campaign that will introduce the tablets and FIT software to over 1,700 private schools in Florida.

The beginning of the process is the web site: http://o2educationservices.biz that is active and has been set up as the introductory portal to introduce these institutions to our offering.  As previously announced, we have privately met with a number of institutions and were met with excitement related to our offering.  We believe that there is millions of dollars of revenue available as soon as we prove that we can deliver against the deliverables we mentioned during these meetings.  By combining our wireless offerings with our Android based tablet, we can deliver a full-turn key mobile device and service solution where there is a void in the market place.

"Now that our tablets, with the FIT software, are near ship-date, we are able to start our campaign in the educational market," states Val Kazia, CEO of O2 Secure Wireless, Inc.  "We now have a store and with our mobile phones becoming available, along with these advanced tablets, we will gain significant interest from our educational targets as we have from our end-user community.  We are also assembling lists for other states that are advancing the 1:1 learning initiative. Our retail store serves end-users and this educational offering will serve the untapped educational market opening up a realm to potential significant additional revenue.  Further announcements will come when we have the specific release date available for our 9.7" tablet with FIT software."

About O2 Secure Wireless: O2 Secure Wireless is a company that is currently developing numerous wireless tower facilities in the U.S. The company is also instrumental in the development of wireless broadband communication services domestically. The company is currently being structured to provide affordable flat rate pre-paid wireless services in developing countries internationally.

Safe Harbor Act: This release may contain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended and such forward-looking statements are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. "Forward-looking statements" describe future expectations, plans, results, or strategies and are generally preceded by words such as "may," "future," "plan" or "planned," "will" or "should," "expected," "anticipates," "draft," "eventually" or "projected." You are cautioned that such statements are subject to a multitude of risks and uncertainties that could cause future circumstances, events, or results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements, including the risks that actual results may differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements as a result of various factors, and other risks identified in a company's annual report.

For more information visit our website: http://www.o2securewireless.com, or contact
855-222-0221.

SOURCE  O2 Secure Wireless, Inc.

O2 Secure Wireless, Inc.

Web Site: http://www.o2securewireless.com

theIRapp(TM) Launches Version 4.0 for iPhone, iPad and Android

Investor Relations Mobile App Technology Platform Offers Advanced Functionality Including Downloadable Offline Content and Calendar Events Module

NEW YORK, March 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- theIRapp(TM), the mobile technology native app platform, today launched the next version of its mobile App technology platform for iPhone, iPad and Android mobile devices.

With Version 4.0, theIRapp(TM) has incorporated advanced functionality that includes the ability for investors to download content for offline viewing when not in a cellular area or WiFi zone as well as the ability to add events to calendars through a new Events module.

The launch of Version 4.0 is part of the company's continued development efforts to help public companies better communicate with investors across mobile devices.  theIRapp is a native app through which companies that subscribe have their own customized IR app published in the Apple App Store and Google Play.

Other updates announced today include horizontal landscape viewing of content as well as more robust company description and contact functionality.

Version 4.0 builds on earlier versions of theIRapp, which incorporated Google Analytics into theIRapp(TM) content management system (CMS).  Through the CMS, subscribers have a window into the real-time engagement of their mobile IR content and IR app usage, including which pages are viewed, time spent on individual pages, as well as geographic regions where users are accessing the company's IR content.

Jeff Corbin, co-Founder of theIRapp(TM) said, "theIRapp continues to lead the way in the use of mobile technology by public companies in their communications with investors.  As a native app that resides on Apple's App Store and Google Play, we have created an easy and affordable solution by which companies can directly engage and communicate with investors and other interested individuals who have made a conscious decision to download their IR app.

He continued, "Through Version 4.0, investors can now download content for viewing or listening when they have no Internet access.  This is not possible with basic mobile websites. With the new functionality, both the buy- and sell-side now have greater flexibility to consume important and proprietary company content including conference calls, presentations and videos when they are traveling.  Analysts who cover multiple companies can download each company's conference call which presently only is available through the desktop.  They can listen to the calls in the air, while driving or when they have free time away from the office."

Corbin concluded, "Our product development pipeline is extensive and we plan to roll out new functionality every quarter.  As investor relations professionals, we understand both how a company needs to communicate to its investors as well as how investors now expect to receive IR information.  Version 4.0 and future versions of theIRapp demonstrate our ongoing commitment to the IR industry."

About theIRapp(TM)

theIRapp(TM) (http://www.theIRapp.com) is a turnkey mobile technology native app platform available to publicly traded companies listed on all global stock exchanges. It enables a company's investor relations information to be available through Apple's App Store for the iPhone and iPad as well as Google Play for Android devices.

By only providing a ticker symbol and logo, a public company can have its own customized app available as a free download on the App Store and Google Play Market in less than three weeks. Through theIRapp(TM), retail and institutional investors have access to automated, real-time stock price information (via live data feeds), press releases, SEC filings, analyst coverage, corporate documents (fact sheets, presentations, etc.), videos, audiocast conference calls, upcoming events and other custom company information.

Contact: Joe McGurk, 212-896-1231, jmcgurk@kcsa.com

SOURCE  theIRapp

theIRapp

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

Election of New Pope Becomes Latest Lure in Malware and Phishing Attacks

Fake CNN breaking news alerts use news of the day to serve malware - Cyprus financial crisis also exploited by cybercriminals

MCLEAN, Virginia, March 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    Commtouch(R) (NASDAQ: CTCH), a leading provider of Internet security technology and
cloud-based services, warns that cybercriminals are using the public interest in the
election of Pope Francis as the latest bait in malware, phishing and spam attacks.
Commtouch labs have identified a drive-by malware campaign that disguises as a bogus CNN
breaking news alert.

    (Logo:
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120501/529254 )

    The e-mail links to a manipulated Website that, when opened in the browser, infects
the user's computer with the Blackhole Exploit Kit, a popular tool among cybercriminals to
deliver various kinds of malware. Over the past 12 months, drive-by attacks - which use a
link to an infected Web site instead of including the malware in the email attachment -
have become a favorite delivery method for viruses and Trojans. The current campaign uses
a fake sender email address consistently named "CNN Breaking News." The spam message
usually contains subject lines such as:

       
        - Opinion: Family sued new Pope. Exclusive!
        - Opinion: New pope tries to shake off the past
        - Opinion: Can New-Pope Benedict be Sued for the Sex Abuse Cases?

    Commtouch labs have so far seen three significant waves of the pope-related spam
earlier this week. In those waves, more than one quarter of all emails (27%) came from
addresses in the United States, while other sources of the attack included IPs from
eastern European countries such as Bulgaria and Serbia as well as Brazil.

    This campaign is part of a wider effort to use current news events for distributing
spam and malware. Currently, Commtouch labs are tracking drive-by campaigns utilizing the
attempts to solve the financial crisis in Cyprus in the same way. In addition to fake CNN
alerts, the BBC has also been used as an alleged source in email carrying subject lines
such as "BBC-Email: Cyprus bank-Levy Passage in Doubt as EU Shows Aggression". Commtouch
warns users to be particularly wary of email news alerts at the current time.

    Analyzing more than 12 billion transactions every day at a rate of more than 138,000 a
second, Commtouch and its Internet Threat Analysis Team identify threats based on a
comprehensive analysis using Commtouch's GlobalView(TM) Cloud
[http://www.commtouch.com/cloud ].

    For more details on the new pope spam and other threats, visit
http://blog.commtouch.com/cafe.

    About Commtouch

    Commtouch(R) (NASDAQ: CTCH) is a leading provider of Internet security technology and
cloud-based services for vendors and service providers, increasing the value and
profitability of our customers' solutions by protecting billions of Internet transactions
on a daily basis. With 12 global data centers and award-winning, patented technology,
Commtouch's email, Web, and antivirus capabilities easily integrate into our customers'
products and solutions, keeping safe more than 350 million end users. To learn more, visit
http://www.commtouch.com.

       
        - Blog: http://blog.commtouch.com/cafe
        - Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/commtouch
        - LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/commtouch
        - Twitter: @Commtouch

    Recurrent Pattern Detection, RPD, Zero-Hour and GlobalView are trademarks, and
Commtouch is a registered trademark of Commtouch. All other trademarks are the property of
their respective owners.

       
        Company Contact:
        Brian Briggs, Chief Financial Officer
        Commtouch
        +1-703-760-3444
        brian.briggs@commtouch.com

        U.S. Investor Contact:
        Christopher Chu
        Grayling
        +1-646-284-9400
        commtouch@grayling.com

        Israel Investor Relations Contact:
        Iris Lubitch
        EffectiveIR
        +972-3-5664007
        Iris@EffectiveIR.co.il

        Commtouch Media Contact:
        Matthew Zintel
        Zintel Public Relations
        +1-281-444-1590
        matthew.zintel@zintelpr.com

    Photo:
    http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120501/529254

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Commtouch

Red e App Raises $750K, Closes Oversubscribed Funding Round

Yearling Fund II Leads Series A Round for First Secure, Private Mobile Messaging Platform

LOUISVILLE, Ky., March 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Red e App, a groundbreaking, real-time mobile messaging platform for non-desk bound employees, recently completed a successful Series A funding round that was led by Yearling Fund II, which focuses on promising Kentucky-based startups. Red e App, which is quickly attracting new customers with the first secure, private mobile messaging platform for enterprises, will use the capital infusion to continue to scale operations.

The convergence of a number of workplace trends positions the Red e App platform for rapid growth: Enterprises require new solutions to meet evolving mobile communication needs, including ways to communicate securely across a private mobile network, manage the BYOD ("bring your own device") trend, connect with multiple user lists, delegate notifications abilities beyond group SMS applications and generate real-time analytics and custom reports.

Red e App is focused on creating value for customers that have thousands of field-based, non-desk bound employees, including those in the healthcare, retail, restaurant and manufacturing sectors as well as member associations. The company will use the funding from its oversubscribed Series A round to boost product development efforts, expand sales and marketing initiatives, cultivate analyst relationships, and continue to offer unparalleled customer support with its highly responsive team.

"We're incredibly excited to close our Series A funding round oversubscribed," said Jonathan Erwin, Red e App founder and CEO. "It's a tangible validation of our strategy and business model, and the confidence investors are placing in our venture is directly attributable to the unique space we occupy in enterprise mobile communications. By giving companies a secure method to push out internal communications and enable employee collaboration, we offer an entirely new way to connect and engage."

Support from the Yearling Fund II, which has a reputation for recognizing capable companies at the early stages and beyond, is just the latest validation for Red e App. The company was named a 2012 Hot Dozen company by Greater Louisville Inc.'s EnterpriseCorp in recognition of its entrepreneurial spirit and high growth potential.

Red e App expects to hold future funding rounds as the company expands its product portfolio and client base. To find out more about Red e App, please visit http://www.redeapp.com.

About Red e App
Red e App enables BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) mobility and communication to front line workers, non-desk employees, members and partners in secure enterprise environments. We provide a platform to centralize, manage and control engagement for change management, training, scheduling, collaboration, emergency, focus, mission, and compliance. Red e App is ideal for organizations that need to leverage a mobile platform for communication to an offline audience, such as multi-chain restaurants, retail, healthcare, manufacturing and associations.

SOURCE  Red e App

Red e App

CONTACT: Amee Kent, akent@redeapp.com

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

Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Network Comes To Athens, Ohio

ATHENS, Ohio, March 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

    WHO:         Verizon Wireless, operator of the nation's largest 4G LTE network and
                 largest, most reliable 3G network.

    WHAT:        Verizon Wireless' 4G LTE network officially comes to Athens, Ohio on
                 March 21. Verizon Wireless customers in the area will be able to
                 experience the speed and capabilities offered by the nation's largest 4G
                 LTE network.

    WHERE:      On the Ohio University campus and in uptown Athens.

                 For street-level detail of coverage and more, please visit
                 www.verizonwireless.com/4GLTE.

    WHEN:       Thursday, March 21, 2013

    BACKGROUND:  With the continued rollout of its 4G LTE network, Verizon Wireless is
                 maintaining its excellence in customer service and continuing to offer
                 its customers consistently reliable 4G LTE speeds. A recent survey
                 conducted by J.D. Power and Associates determined that not only were 4G
                 LTE customers happier with their experience than 3G customers, but
                 Verizon Wireless scored above the regional average in all six regions
                 surveyed and ranked highest among major U.S. wireless service providers
                 in five regions.

                 "With our 4G LTE network, customers can take advantage of the speeds
                 offered by our 4G LTE devices and the innovative solutions that leverage
                 4G LTE technology to enhance connectivity," said Mark Frazier,
                 president-Ohio/Pennsylvania/West Virginia, Verizon Wireless. "We will
                 continue aggressively expanding and enhancing our 4G LTE network in Ohio
                 and across the country to provide our customers with the best wireless
                 experience possible."

                 On March 21, the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network will be available to
                 customers in 486 markets across the nation, reaching 273.5 million
                 people- close to 89 percent of the U.S. population. For additional
                 details on the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network visit http://
                 verizonwireless.com/lte. To see how the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network
                 is impacting customers and businesses across the country, visit the
                 Verizon Wireless News Center.
For more news and stories specific to the Verizon Wireless Midwest Area
Visit and subscribe to our blog: http://vzwmidwestarea.com/.

For Verizon Wireless Updates on Twitter
Stay in the know about Verizon Wireless news in Ohio by following @VZWLaura on Twitter at http://twitter.com/vzwlaura. For the latest network-related news, information and upgrades, follow @VZWNews on Twitter at http://twitter.com/VZWNews.

About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless operates the nation's largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves 98.2 million retail customers, including 92.5 million retail postpaid customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with more than 73,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD). For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

SOURCE  Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless

CONTACT: Laura Merritt, Verizon Wireless, 614-345-2300; Chris Hoffman, for Verizon Wireless, 513-885-0910

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

Celebrating Our Heritage

MONTREAL, March 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Simaudio Ltd., located in Boucherville, Quebec, has been designing and manufacturing innovative, cutting edge audio products since 1980. The MOON brandhas continuously gained global recognition for its world-class performance, garnering numerous accolades for this outstanding achievement.

All MOON products are engineered and built in our state-of-the-art facility, utilizing advanced, efficient, "green" assembly techniques with the strictest level of quality control. Virtually all raw material procurement and sub-contracting is achieved through Quebec, Canadian and USA-based partner companies. Today MOON is distributed in over 40 countries.

Our build processes are part of our philosophy, whereas the high quality and long-life of MOON products are the best way to preserve our environment by avoiding premature obsolesence. Each and every MOON product meets or exceeds all international requirements for safety, performance and durability. This is best exemplified by our 10 year manufacturer's warranty.

These factors have provided us with the ability to proudly create two special editions of our luxurious and award winning MOON 600i Integrated Amplifier,each featuring a customized high-gloss finish. The Canadian Edition in red and the Quebec Edition in blue; Genuinely unique product offerings from a highly respected Canadian manufacturer.

Both models will be unveiled in the "Canadian Pavilion" during the 2013 Edition of the "Salon Son & Image", running from March 21(st) through 24(th) at the Bonaventure Hilton in downtown Montreal. At this same venue, local retailing partner "Filtronique Son-Or" will be actively demonstrating several of our top-of-the-line Evolution Series components in suite 2414/16.

Online Press Kit:  http://www.virtualpressoffice.com/kit/sx3r
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/MOON-by-Simaudio/197633850255995?ref=hl
Twitter: http://twitter.com/Simaudio

SOURCE  Simaudio Ltd.

Simaudio Ltd.

CONTACT: Lionel Goodfield, VP Marketing, +1-514-592-4204, lionel@simaudio.com, or Costa Koulisakis, VP Sales, +1-877-980-2400, costa@simaudio.com

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

Wendy's Bloggers Offers New Way for Brands to Create Valuable Relationships With Mommy Bloggers

NEW YORK, March 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Wendy Hirschhorn, a veteran publicist with blue chip clients, has launched Wendy's Bloggers, a bridge for brands to create valuable relationships with influential Mommy Bloggers and their followers.

Mommy Bloggers are typically defined as stay-at-home moms in their 20s or 30s with at least one or two children. Many of them got into blogging to supplement their family income and found that they really liked sharing tips on saving money, raising kids and reviewing products. For many, their honesty and opinions attract thousands of like-minded women.

Three years ago, Hirschhorn began to build a powerful network of Mommy Bloggers who regularly reviewed and posted her clients' products on their websites and hosted product giveaways.

"Although there were nearly four million Mommy Bloggers to choose from, it was not an easy process to find really great Mommy Bloggers," Hirschhorn said. "At heart, they are moms and wives first, bloggers second. I had to screen hundreds to find those who met my professional standards. That included the ability to write cohesive reviews, to generate sufficient traffic to their sites, and to use Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Flickr and other social sites to promote their product reviews and giveaways."

Along the way, Hirschhorn took the time to get acquainted with the Mommy Bloggers in her network. "They really valued that I was paying attention, reading their reviews and offering writing and editing tips," Hirschhorn said. "As a result, I got valuable insight about their likes and dislikes.

"While most Mommy Bloggers wanted to be brand ambassadors for a select group of brands, it was difficult for them to penetrate companies that would provide products for review. Moreover, they felt unappreciated and underutilized by the companies whose products they did review."

Hirschhorn understood. "I knew they were up against companies that just didn't have the time, staff or, in some cases, the inclination to follow up with them," she said.

That was the "aha" moment for creating Wendy's Bloggers. "I had what brands, retailers and consumer products companies needed: the experience, the time, and a network of dedicated Mommy Bloggers," Hirschhorn said. "And I had what Mommy Bloggers wanted: an advocate, a soundboard and the means to contact the brands, retailers and consumer goods companies they longed to reach.

Wendy's Bloggers at Your Service

Wendy's Bloggers provides brands, retailers, consumer goods companies and their marketing, advertising and public relations agencies a cost-effective, methodical and consistent way to work with Mommy Bloggers.

A full-service Wendy's Blogger initiative includes:

    --  A carefully vetted group of experienced and influential Mommy Bloggers
        to host your product reviews and giveaways
    --  A pledge that Mommy Bloggers will have a positive connection with your
        brand
    --  Creative concepts for reviews and giveaways
    --  Incentives to help drive traffic to your brand's website
    --  Assurance that your brand messages, product shots, videos and links are
        incorporated into all reviews
    --  Value-added options
    --  White-glove shipping logistics for Mommy Bloggers and giveaway winners
    --  Reviews and giveaways that are posted in a timely manner and fact
        checked for accuracy
    --  Links to reviews and giveaways
    --  Consistent contact with Mommy Bloggers
    --  Measurable results
    --  Mommy Blogger feedback
For more information, visit http://www.wendysbloggers.com. To see if your brand or product is the right fit for Wendy's Bloggers, contact Wendy Hirschhorn at wendy@wendysbloggers.com or 212-826-8790.

About Wendy's Bloggers
Wendy's Bloggers is a bridge for brands to create valuable relationships with influential Mommy Bloggers and their followers. It was founded by Wendy Hirschhorn, a publicist with 25 years of experience, who has worked with national and global companies including Balance Bar, Boehringer Ingelheim, Dr Pepper, Ernst & Young, LesserEvil Snack Co, Louis Vuitton, Pfizer, Pier 1 Imports, Rockresorts, Sam Adams Beer, Snapple and Verve Music Group. For more information, visit http://www.wendysbloggers.com. You can always contact Wendy at 212-826-8790 or wendy@wendysbloggers.com.

SOURCE  WendysBloggers.com

WendysBloggers.com

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

Follow KEEN's #BRAVENEWTOES Twitter Hunt

Release of KEEN CNX Shoes Kicks Off Road Trip Challenge

PORTLAND, Ore., March 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- KEEN, the dare-to-be-different manufacturer of original hybrid footwear, bags and socks, embarks on its #BRAVENEWTOES Twitter Hunt road trip March 25 to April 15 to introduce fans to the new KEEN CNX line of footwear - a low profile, lightweight offering weighing ten ounces or less, and sporting original KEEN toe protection. 

The #BRAVENEWTOES Twitter Hunt sets out to engage fans through an online and on-the-ground adventure offering lots of fun ways to try out and win free pairs of KEEN CNX shoes and other great KEEN products. The KEEN van will make its way across the West Coast, touring Washington, Oregon, and California with stops at national parks, disc golf courses, breweries, theme parks, ski resorts, and other playful destinations.  Facebook posts and Twitter clues tagged with #BRAVENEWTOES will guide motivated fans to the team's undisclosed locations as the van approaches.  Anyone can get in on the action and find out who wins by watching out for photos added to a Road Trip collage and other content at keen-cnx.com/RoadTrip.

"KEEN CNX is built for adventure and fun so we invite fans to track down our secret locations and come out and play with us and take part in challenges to win prizes," explains Chris Enlow, KEEN Community & CSR manager.

Look out for the #BRAVENEWTOES Twitter Hunt as it makes stops in Washington (White Salmon, Yakima, Seattle and Olympic Peninsula), Oregon (Hood River, Portland, Bend, Eugene and Ashland) and California (Chico, San Francisco, Oakland, Santa Cruz, Ventura, Santa Clarita, La Canada, San Clemente, San Diego, Big Bear, Mammoth, Truckee and Lake Tahoe). For exact locations be on the lookout for #BRAVENEWTOES clues on Twitter.

About KEEN 
KEEN Inc., manufacturer of original hybrid footwear, bags, socks and clothing was founded in 2003. Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, KEEN offers innovative hybrid products that enable outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy an active lifestyle. Known for its innovation and creativity, KEEN started with the invention of the first sandal that protects the toe - the Newport. Since its inception, the company has applied that same problem-solving design approach to expand its footwear collection and offer bags, socks and clothing. KEEN offers products that allow people to go anywhere, from trekking the wilds of the world, exploring a cool city, heading to work, or skipping to a playground down the street. KEEN's products are sold in specialty footwear, travel and outdoor retailers, premium-sporting goods retailers and major outdoor specialty retail chains worldwide. In 2010, 2011, and 2012 KEEN was named one of "America's Best Places to Work" by Outside magazine. KEEN strives to demonstrate integrity and leadership while promoting a vibrant, inclusive community.

Discover more about KEEN and keep up with us online at http://www.keenfootwear.com, http://www.facebook.com/keen and http://www.twitter.com/keen.

SOURCE  KEEN, Inc.

KEEN, Inc.

CONTACT: Ivy Cohen, Ivy Cohen Corporate Communications, ivy@ivycohen.com, +1-212-399-0026

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

Coverity Presents Calgary Collegiate Programming Contest

SAN FRANCISCO and CALGARY, Canada, March 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Coverity, Inc., the leader in development testing, today announced the 2013 Calgary Collegiate Programming Contest (CCPC), in tandem with the University of Calgary.

What:
The CCPC challenges students to test their aptitude and knowledge against a set of programming puzzles requiring problem solving, programming, math and teamwork skills. The contest is an Association for Computing Machinery (ACM), International Collegiate Programming Contest (ICPC)-style competition. Teams of students are ranked according to the number of problems solved within four hours, and the first prize winner is awarded CDN $1,800.

When:
March 23, 2013, 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM MT

Where:
University of Calgary - CPSC Lab
2500 University Dr. NW
Calgary, Alberta

For more information, or to register for the 2013 CCPC, go to http://psc.cpsc.ucalgary.ca/ccpc/2013/.

About Coverity
Coverity, Inc., (http://www.coverity.com), the leader in development testing, is the trusted standard for companies that need to protect their brands and bottom lines from software failures. More than 1,100 Coverity customers use Coverity's development testing platform to automatically test source code for software defects that could lead to product crashes, unexpected behavior, security breaches, or catastrophic failure. Coverity is a privately held company headquartered in San Francisco. Coverity is funded by Foundation Capital and Benchmark Capital. Follow us on Twitter or check out our blog.

Coverity is a registered trademark of Coverity, Inc. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.

SOURCE  Coverity

Coverity

CONTACT: Julie Seymour, Coverity, +1-415-321-5230, jseymour@coverity.com, Katherine Nellums, LEWIS PR for Coverity, +1-415-432-2451, coverity@lewispr.com

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

Zmanda Simplifies Backup Management for SMBs with Heterogeneous Environments

Latest Versions of Amanda Enterprise and Zmanda Recovery Manager Optimize Backups with a Robust, Scalable Platform and Enhanced Features for Easy Recovery

SUNNYVALE, Calif., March 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Zmanda, a leading global provider of open source and cloud backup solutions, announced the latest releases of Amanda Enterprise and Zmanda Recovery Manager (ZRM) for MySQL, which simplify backup management and recovery for small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) operating in heterogeneous environments. Zmanda solutions offer high-end features with price and ease-of-use designed with SMBs in mind. With the latest enhancements to these solutions, SMBs can seamlessly back up and manage a wide variety of databases and applications through a centralized backup server to disk, tape or cloud storage.

"Increasingly, SMBs today have complex IT environments that can make managing their backups more challenging, and often more complex," said Chander Kant, President of Zmanda, a Carbonite Company. "With the new versions of Amanda Enterprise and Zmanda Recovery Manager, we continue to deliver on our commitment to simplifying backup management for SMBs so our customers can focus on their business, not their backups."

"By developing intuitive interfaces, the Zmanda solutions further enable system administrators to easily manage their backups, and they can rely on active monitoring and reporting to give them confidence in the robustness of their infrastructure," continued Kant.

Amanda Enterprise Delivers Robust, Scalable Backup Platform 
Amanda Enterprise is an enterprise-grade, network backup solution based on open source backup and recovery software, Amanda. Built on extensive research and development, combined with active feedback from the thriving open source community, Amanda Enterprise 3.3 is a robust, scalable and feature-rich platform that meets the backup needs of heterogeneous environments, across Linux, Windows, OS X and Solaris-based systems.

Amanda Enterprise 3.3 delivers significant architecture and feature updates for businesses to deliver more backup control and management features so they can administer their backups based on their specific needs and preferences. Key enhancements in Amanda Enterprise include:

    --  Advanced backup management
    --  Optimized SQL Server and Exchange Backups
    --  Improved Virtual Tape and Physical Tape Management
    --  Expanded Platform Support
Zmanda Recovery Manager for MySQL Streamlines Management of Multiple Servers
ZRM for MySQL - a mission-critical backup solution designed specifically for MySQL databases - provides a comprehensive backup management solution. ZRM for MySQL is particularly useful in environments with multiple MySQL databases and can integrate into any network backup infrastructure. With ZRM, instead of implementing and monitoring a MySQL backup script on each MySQL server, MySQL database administrators can centrally install and monitor backups of MySQL databases across the enterprise.

The release of ZRM for MySQL 3.5 brings disk space and network usage optimization and enhanced backup reporting, along with simplified management to help configure backups quickly and intelligently.  Additionally, ZRM for MySQL 3.5 now supports backup of MySQL Enterprise Edition, MySQL Community Edition, SkySQL, MariaDB, and MySQL databases running on latest versions of Red Hat Enterprise Linux, CentOS, Debian, Ubuntu and Windows.

More Information:
More details on the new versions of Amanda Enterprise and ZRM are available in the latest Zmanda blog post here: http://www.zmanda.com/blogs/. Additionally, the Zmanda team will host a live demonstration of Amanda Enterprise 3.3 on March 27 at 10am ET (7am PT). The session will provide insights on best practices for setting up a backup configuration for a modern data center. For more details and to register for the webinar, visit http://zmanda.com/webinars.html.

Zmanda Resources:
About Amanda Enterprise: http://www.zmanda.com/amanda-enterprise-edition.html

About Zmanda Recovery Manager for MySQL: http://www.zmanda.com/zrm-mysql-enterprise.html

Zmanda Blog Post on Amanda Enterprise: http://www.zmanda.com/blogs/?p53

Zmanda Blog Post on About Zmanda Recovery Manager for MySQL: http://www.zmanda.com/blogs/?p61

About Zmanda
Zmanda, a Carbonite Company, is a global leader in open source-based backup and disaster recovery for businesses. Zmanda's products make it simple and affordable to back up and recover data in increasingly complex and heterogeneous IT environments. Businesses in more than 60 countries trust Zmanda to protect their corporate data. Zmanda was acquired by Carbonite in 2012. For more information about Zmanda, please go to http://www.zmanda.com.

About Carbonite
Carbonite, Inc. (NASDAQ: CARB), is a leading provider of online backup solutions for consumers and small businesses.  Subscribers in more than 100 countries rely on Carbonite to provide easy-to-use, affordable and secure cloud backup solutions with anytime, anywhere data access. Carbonite's backup solution runs on both the Windows and Mac platforms. The company has backed up more than 300 billion files, restored nearly 20 billion files, and currently backs up more than 350 million files each day. For more information, please visit http://www.carbonite.com, twitter.com/carbonite, twitter.com/carbonitebiz, or facebook.com/CarboniteOnlineBackup.

Media Contact:
Erin Delaney

Carbonite   
media@carbonite.com

617-421-5637

SOURCE  Carbonite, Inc.

Carbonite, Inc.

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

Crowdfunding Startup CrowdIt Moves into Missouri State University's New eFactory

CrowdIt move marks continued progress for startup as it accepts projects and prepares for June 4 public launch

SPRINGFIELD, Mo., March 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- CrowdIt (http://www.crowdit.com), the crowdfunding site for the "New American Dream," has moved into the eFactory Business Incubator at Missouri State University's Robert W. Plaster Center for Free Enterprise and Business Development (http://www.theefactory.org/). This new business accelerator for startups provides a range of support services to promote success for emerging businesses within the area. CrowdIt, a local company, recently launched a new approach to crowdfunding that extends beyond funding by incorporating peer review, expert advice and business networking into its offering. 

"Crowdfunding is an emerging trend to provide capital to businesses and we are excited to have CrowdIt located at the eFactory," said Allen Kunkel, associate vice president for economic development at Missouri State University. "The eFactory is a support system for entrepreneurs and big thinkers and we applaud CrowdIt's vision to help ordinary people fund their dreams through the power of the crowd. The facility is here to help in as many ways as possible and we look forward to CrowdIt's future successes."

According to the eFactory's website (http://www.theefactory.org/), 51 percent of new businesses fail within the first five years which is why the eFactory Business Incubator seeks to provide an environment for fledgling businesses to thrive with support in multiple aspects of business ownership. This state-of-the-art facility is located in the heart of Springfield's business district and is a component of Missouri State University's IDEA Commons. The eFactory permits four sectors of business to be housed within its facilities including manufacturing, medical device and health services, logistics and supply chain management, and technology. It is only after a stringent interview process, business plan review and committee review that a business or startup can be accepted into the eFactory. CrowdIt will be one of the first businesses to move in to the new facility.

"We wanted to bring crowdfunding to America's heartland by opening our first office right here in Springfield," said Jason Graf, CEO and co-founder of CrowdIt. "It is a tremendous honor to have been accepted into the eFactory. The Incubator is a nucleus of energy and innovation and we will share our walls with some of Missouri's most creative individuals. I can't wait to see what big ideas come out of the eFactory over the next few years."

CrowdIt started receiving crowdfunding project submissions on March 6, and invites "dreamers," such as entrepreneurs, artists, gamers and inventors, to submit their ideas until June 4, when the site goes live and funding begins. All projects submitted before June 4 will have the opportunity to received $10,000 from CrowdIt by reaching the highest amount of funding.

To submit a project to CrowdIt please visit: (http://www.crowdit.com).

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About CrowdIt
Based in America's heartland of Springfield, MO, CrowdIt (http://www.crowdit.com) is the crowdfunding site for believers of the New American Dream. Its crowdfunding site goes beyond just funding great ideas, but focuses on supporting success through peer and expert advisory support, business networking and sharing of best practices and knowledge. CrowdIt's belief is that crowdfunding will help drive the next wave in innovation and economic expansion, and underpins its mission to support small business growth. A start-up, CrowdIt is privately held and backed by venture capital firm Baron VC. For more information, please visit (http://www.crowdit.com).

Media Contact:
Terri Douglas
Catapult PR-IR
O: 303-581-7760, ext. 18
M: 303-808-6820

SOURCE  CrowdIt

CrowdIt

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

Quantcast Introduces Cross-Platform Measurement with Measure for Apps

Quantcast Measure for Apps provides critical insights and cross-platform view of all digital audiences to publishers and developers

SAN FRANCISCO, March 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The availability of content anywhere and the rapidly increasing number of devices people use have changed the landscape for publishers, developers and advertisers dramatically. Mobile devices and apps are now a feature of everyday life; in fact, it is projected that by the end of 2013 the number of mobile devices will exceed the number of people on earth and close to two million apps will be available across the Apple App Store and Google Play. Accurate measurement across all platforms is crucial for publishers and developers to effectively gain insight into and monetize their audiences.

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To address this changing market, Quantcast, a digital advertising company specializing in audience measurement and real-time advertising, today announced the availability of Quantcast Measure for Apps. Quantcast pioneered direct audience measurement online in 2006 with Quantcast Measure and is now bringing this learning and expertise to mobile. With the launch of Measure for Apps, Quantcast is now able to provide publishers a clear, unified view of digital audiences across the web, mobile web and mobile apps. Quantcast aims to empower publishers and app developers by providing a free and accurate way to measure across all platforms.

"Apps have become an everyday habit for billions of consumers, and publishers and advertisers need better tools to uncover this hidden audience in order to gain a unified view," said Konrad Feldman, CEO and co-founder of Quantcast. "By directly measuring mobile app consumption, publishers and advertisers can drill down beyond app installations to learn key insights including audience loyalty and usage. Measure for Apps offers free, direct audience measurement and insights across all platforms - online, mobile web and mobile apps."

"At Topix we use Quantcast to measure our audience trends, and as our national mobile web traffic has doubled over the past year, we are looking for greater insight into our audience's usage across all platforms," said Chris Tolles, CEO of Topix. "Quantcast's new tools give us more of what we need to analyze all of our traffic from online, mobile web as well as applications."

For publishers, Quantcast Measure for Apps completes the trifecta of insight into cross-platform audience trends.  The service validates and showcases mobile application and web audience reach and engagement for advertisers and third parties. Further, it provides breakdowns by unique visitors as well as visits, installs and details on trends in return visits.

For app developers, Quantcast.com provides an open and free platform to compare statistics across mobile applications. It allows developers to showcase their app statistics by making their most accomplished metrics accessible to everyone, or keeping them private if they wish to do so. With the addition of return usage metrics, brands with apps can track audience loyalty and do more to connect with these users.

To get Quantcast Measure for Apps today, visit: https://www.quantcast.com/measurement/quantcast-measure-for-mobile-apps/

About Quantcast ?
Quantcast is a digital advertising company specialized in audience measurement and real-time advertising. As the pioneer of direct audience measurement in 2006, Quantcast has today the most in-depth understanding of digital audiences across the web, allowing marketers and publishers to make the smartest choices as they buy and sell the most effective targeted advertising on the market. More than 1,000 brands rely on Quantcast for real-time advertising. As the leader in Big Data for the digital advertising industry, Quantcast directly measures more than 100 million web destinations, incorporates over 1 trillion new data records every month and continuously processes as much as 30 petabytes of data every day. Quantcast is headquartered in San Francisco and backed by Founders Fund, Polaris Venture Partners, Revolution Ventures and Cisco Systems. For more information, visit http://www.quantcast.com.

Connect with Quantcast
Read the Blog: https://www.quantcast.com/inside-quantcast/??
Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Quantcast
Visit on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Quantcast/354371339505

SOURCE  Quantcast

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Quantcast

CONTACT: Patrick Hornung, Quantcast, press@quantcast.com, +1-206-617-7099

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

Country's Leading Cream Cheese Brand Demonstrates Its High Standards With Introduction Of "6 Days To Delicious" Video And Year-long Partnership With No Kid Hungry Campaign

PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese Encourages Fans to "Share" Its Story to Help Support Share Our Strength's Mission to End Childhood Hunger in America

GLENVIEW, Ill., March 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, known for its iconic silver packaging, is releasing an engaging 60-second video entitled "6 Days to Delicious," which proudly showcases its four key standards paramount to creating America's favorite cream cheese. In addition, PHILADELPHIA will be donating $1 for every share of the video to Share Our Strength's No Kid Hungry® campaign to launch its new year-long partnership.

As consumers grow increasingly interested in learning more about the brands they love and how their food is made, PHILADELPHIA has developed this campaign to outline its high standards and the story behind the silver of PHILADELPHIA. While PHILADELPHIA has been making top selling cream cheese since 1872, this is the very first time the 140-year-old brand is offering the story of its high standards directly to consumers.

The four PHILADELPHIA Standards include:

    --  Fresh Local Milk and Real Wholesome Cream: PHILADELPHIA uses milk
        sourced from dairy farms local to where the cream cheese is made, and
        combines it with real, wholesome cream to create a perfectly delicious
        cream cheese
    --  From Farm to Our Fridge in Just Six Days: Fresh milk from nearby farms
        is made into cream cheese and refrigerated at PHILADELPHIA creameries in
        Beaver Dam, Wis. and Lowville, NY in just six days
    --  Limited use of preservatives: No preservatives are found in the cream
        cheese brick varieties
    --  Real Ingredients: Starting with crisp jalapenos  in its most recent
        variety, Spicy Jalapeno (just launched on March 4), to crunchy pecans in
        its Honey Nut variety, PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese provides a delicious
        taste with each flavor
"From bagels to cheesecake, PHILADELPHIA always provides a perfectly delicious taste experience, because we refuse to settle for anything but the best when it comes to making our cream cheese," said Nina Barton, senior director, PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese. "We never compromise or take shortcuts, and that's why when it comes to cream cheese, Philadelphia sets the standard."

In addition to proudly showcasing its standards, PHILADELPHIA is also announcing a new partnership with national nonprofit Share Our Strength® and its No Kid Hungry campaign to help end childhood hunger in America. For every video share via Facebook and Twitter, PHILADELPHIA will donate $1 to No Kid Hungry, up to $50,000. According to Share Our Strength, every dollar donated to No Kid Hungry can help connect a child in need with up to 10 meals. Learn more about the partnership and donation process at CreamCheese.com/NKH.

As a national No Kid Hungry sponsor, the brand is donating $100,000 in addition to its video sharing campaign, for a total of up to $150,000 to help end childhood hunger in the United States. PHILADELPHIA will be supporting Share Our Strength throughout the year in a number of different initiatives, including national brand sponsorship of Taste of the Nation® and Share Our Strength's Bake Sale for No Kid Hungry((TM) )fundraising programs, which run from April - October and March - October respectively.

The new PHILADELPHIA standards video "6 Days to Delicious," is available to view on the brand's YouTube channel and website and is being supported through cinema (PG and PG-13 movie from March 22 - April 5) and online advertising. This video is part of a larger marketing campaign showcasing PHILADELPHIA's standards and was launched in January 2013 through television, print, digital and in-store elements. The brand has also created a new silver PHILADELPHIA Standards seal that is present throughout all advertising and is displayed on packaging to remind consumers of its commitment and dedication to high quality.

ABOUT PHILADELPHIA CREAM CHEESE
PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, a Kraft Foods Group brand, is America's number one cream cheese. Originally created 140 year ago in New York by dairyman William Lawrence, the brand was named PHILADELPHIA as the city at the time was synonymous with high quality, as was the product. To ensure the quality and delicious taste of its product, PHILADELPHIA always operates with high standards. PHILADELPHIA has 15 different varieties of cream cheese across its tub and brick forms, including 10 different flavors and multiple reduced fat options. The PHILADELPHIA brand has also launched PHILADELPHIA Indulgence, PHILADELPHIA Cooking Creme and Touch of PHILADELPHIA Shredded Cheese, and also hosts an interactive online community RealWomenofPhiladelphia.com where women from across the country join to swap recipes and entertaining tips. For more information, visit http://www.creamcheese.com or Facebook.com/LoveMyPhilly.

ABOUT KRAFT FOODS GROUP
Kraft Foods Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: KRFT) is North America's fourth largest consumer packaged food and beverage company, with revenues of approximately $18 billion in 2012. Launched as a public and independent company on Oct. 1, 2012, the new Kraft has the spirit of a startup and the soul of a powerhouse. The company has an unrivaled portfolio of products in the beverages, cheese, refrigerated meals and grocery categories. Its iconic brands include Kraft, Maxwell House, Oscar Mayer, Planters and JELL-O. Kraft's 25,000 employees in the U.S. and Canada have a passion for making the foods and beverages people love. Kraft Foods Group is a member of the Standard & Poor's 500 index. For more information, visit http://www.kraft.com and http://www.facebook.com/kraft.

ABOUT SHARE OUR STRENGTH'S NO KID HUNGRY CAMPAIGN
No child should grow up hungry in America, but one in five children struggles with hunger. Share Our Strength's No Kid Hungry® campaign is ending childhood hunger in America by ensuring all children get the healthy food they need, every day. The No Kid Hungry campaign connects kids in need to effective nutrition programs like school breakfast and summer meals and teaches low-income families to cook healthy, affordable meals through Cooking Matters. This work is accomplished through the No Kid Hungry network, made up of private citizens, public officials, nonprofits, business leaders and others providing innovative hunger solutions in their communities. Join us at NoKidHungry.org.

SOURCE  PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese

PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese

CONTACT: Katie Cosgrove, +1-630-315-2968, katie@hensonconsulting.com, or Angela Wiggins, +1-847-646-6156, news@kraftfoods.com

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

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From Browsing to Buying, shopkick's New iPad App Makes Shopping More Interactive from the Couch to the Cash Register

Adapting to Cross-Platform Consumption Habits Supports Physical Retail

PALO ALTO, Calif., March 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Shopkick, the most widely used real-world shopping app, today releases an iPad app to make an increasingly interactive shopping experience across mobile devices and into the physical store. Users can window shop at home, browsing content from shopkick's "lookbooks" and accruing rewards on the home's best planning device: the iPad. The iPad app perfectly positions shopkick for new feature rollouts that will deepen the social shopping experience and boost the contextually aware digital layer shopkick adds to the physical shopping world.

"Consumers love to use their iPad at home on the couch, and their phone at the store, but they are the same person, and they want the same app to solve all their shopping needs," said Cyriac Roeding, CEO of shopkick. "We're working toward integrating discovery, payment, loyalty, promotions in one app across mobile platforms, and retailers welcome that.  They want to be relevant in shoppers' new multi-screen environments. shopkick delivers the right touch points at the right moments in a shopper's journey from couch to cash register."

In 2013, Forrester Research predicts that the web will influence $1.3 trillion dollars of in-store sales, more than five times of the $230 million that will be spent online this year. People are spending more time online via apps than traditional web: 70 minutes per day on the web vs. 127 minutes each day from a mobile device. More statistics on shopper behavior can be found the "Mobilizing the Shopper" inforgraphic released by shopkick today: http://www.shopkick.com/infographic/iPad.

According to a recent survey by Adobe, "whether it be leisurely surf­ing the web, engag­ing with video, or shop­ping online, on aver­age inter­net users view 70% more pages per visit when brows­ing with a tablet com­pared to a smartphone." This bodes extremely well for shopkick's new iPad app, because Shopkick's users have already viewed over 1 billion products in the app within the first three months as after its October 2012 3.0 launch - a number that previously took shopkick one-and-a-half years to reach with its former version. Users now look at more than 100 products per day on average, vs. 5-8 products in the prior version. 

The iPad provides an optimal viewing experience as shoppers browse the popular, content-rich and timely "lookbooks" featured in shopkick 3.0, and users browsing through them will accumulate "kicks(TM)," shopkick's cross-retailer reward currency.

Shopkick is available for free on the iPhone from the App Store at http://www.itunes.com/appstore/ and for Android from Google Play at https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.shopkick.app. See how shopkick works here (video): http://youtu.be/ejx1LdgcUPA.

About shopkick, Inc.

shopkick, Inc. is the largest real-world shopping app, and the first mobile application that hands consumers high-value rewards, offers and exclusive deals at its national retail partners simply for walking into more than 7,500 stores and malls, and for interacting with partner brand products at over 250,000 locations nationwide. In 2012, Nielsen rated shopkick the most widely and often used real-world shopping app, ahead of any physical retailers' apps.  Shopkick is the only 100% performance-based marketing platform in the physical retail world, with measurable foot traffic and transactions at stores.  Its first profitable quarter was reached in Q4 2012. The app grew to 4 million users in little over two years. The free shopkick app is available for the iPhone and Android.

Shopkick's growing Partner Alliance includes American Eagle Outfitters, Best Buy, Crate and Barrel, ExxonMobil, Macy's, MasterCard, Old Navy, Simon Property Group, Sony, The Sports Authority, Target, Toys"R"Us, The Wet Seal, Visa, Procter & Gamble, Kraft Foods, Revlon, Unilever, Levi's, Intel, HP and more. The Palo Alto-based startup is funded by Kleiner Perkins' iFund, Greylock Partners and Reid Hoffman, founder of LinkedIn, and investor in Facebook and Zynga. In 2012, the World Economic Forum (WEF) named shopkick a Tech Pioneer, an honor previously given to Google, Twitter, and Wikipedia.

SOURCE  shopkick

shopkick

CONTACT: Martha Shaughnessy, Atomic PR for shopkick, +1-415-593-1400, martha@atomicpr.com

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

NetSuite And eWinery Solutions Partner To Bring Cloud Computing To Wine Industry

Built Atop NetSuite Platform, VinSuite Will Give Wineries First Integrated Cloud Application to Run an End-to-End Business and Manage Omnichannel Sales Including Tasting Room, Telesales, B2B and B2C

SAN MATEO, Calif., March 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- NetSuite Inc. (NYSE: N), the industry's leading provider of cloud-based financials / ERP software suites, today announced that NetSuite and eWinery Solutions, the #1 provider of DTC (direct-to-consumer) software and systems for the wine industry, have formed a partnership to develop and offer an industry-specific cloud software solution, VinSuite targeting wineries throughout the world. The planned solution will give wineries the tools they need to truly compete at both the local and international levels. For more information about NetSuite for the wine industry, please visit: http://www.netsuite.com/wineries.

VinSuite, to be built atop NetSuite using NetSuite's SuiteCloud development platform, will combine the power of NetSuite's ERP, CRM, and eCommerce with eWinery's vertical domain knowledge in the wine industry and expertise in winery software development.  It will deliver the first integrated solution for wineries to manage all of their mission critical business operations in the cloud with one system - from tasting room point-of-sale (POS) systems, wine club membership and program management, to allocations of inventories, order management, customer relationship management, and omnichannel sales including tasting room, telesales, B2B and B2C eCommerce and global expansion. For the first time, wineries will have a cloud solution to provide the power, flexibility and agility to transform their business operations.

The wine industry is increasingly competitive, with more than 8,000 wineries, 100,000+ wine brands and 100,000+ wine retailers in the USA, and new developments every week in Europe, Latin America and Asia Pacific. It is truly a global business, but the software systems used to run these businesses are fragmented. Typically a winery has to use multiple, disparate systems, creating inefficiency and high costs. For the first time in the wine industry, this integrated solution between NetSuite and eWinery will offer wineries a comprehensive set of capabilities to manage and streamline DTC sales, covering CRM, POS, loyalty clubs, email marketing, eCommerce through the NetSuite SuiteCommerce platform, and more.

"The wine industry has lagged in technology development and this has resulted in a myriad of home grown solutions that either don't communicate at all with other systems or do so poorly," said Richard Kline, eWinery Solutions founder and CEO. 

Atop NetSuite, the eWinery solution will give wineries a single record of customer transactions across multiple channels, from online orders to in-person purchases at a winery to call center sales. In addition, eWinery will offer new capabilities to allow wineries to manage their wholesale B2B distribution businesses through customization of NetSuite functionality for ERP, order-to-cash cycles, inventory and order management, warehousing, shipping and fulfillment, B2B eCommerce, financial reporting and analytics, and self-service portals for buyers. The eWinery solution includes functionality specific to wine industry DTC sales, such as age and address verification of customers, compliance with local restrictions at the state and county level, and tools to build and manage loyalty programs popular with wine connoisseurs.

eWinery's customization is based on NetSuite's SuiteCloud, a comprehensive offering of development tools and services designed to help customers and commercial software developers take advantage of the significant economic benefits of cloud computing. Through its partnership with NetSuite, eWinery Solutions has access to the top experts and systems in cloud computing, as well as the ability to fully design and develop new software solutions for every phase of the wine industry, from the vineyard and cellar right through to sales and accounting. Leveraging NetSuite's built-in functionality and the SuiteCloud development platform, eWinery can rapidly develop and deploy new products to wineries around the world using NetSuite's world-class hosting facilities.

"The baseline native solution of NetSuite is superior to anything else on the market," added Kline. "We will continue to offer the capabilities of our current solution, but it will now be more comprehensive, faster, and more efficient. Through this partnership, we can deliver solutions to help winemakers across the globe improve business efficiency, customer relationships, sales and growth while taking advantage of the economic benefits of cloud computing. Current eWinery and Napa Valley POS clients will be migrated to the new platform, so this will represent a significant upgrade for our client base."

"eWinery Solutions is an outstanding business partner for NetSuite," said Guido Haarmans, Vice President Business Development for Technology Partners at NetSuite. "With eWinery's recent merger with Napa Valley POS, their combined leadership in wine industry software solutions coupled with NetSuite's cloud business management and multi-channel retail solutions will bring innovation to the wine industry."

Today, more than 16,000 companies and subsidiaries depend on NetSuite to run complex, mission-critical business processes globally in the cloud. Since its inception in 1998, NetSuite has established itself as the leading provider of enterprise-class cloud financials/ERP suites for divisions of large enterprises and mid-sized organizations seeking to upgrade their antiquated client/server ERP systems. NetSuite excels at streamlining business operations as demonstrated in a recent Gartner study naming NetSuite as the fastest growing top 10 financial management systems vendor in the world. NetSuite continues its success in delivering the best cloud ERP/financials suites to businesses around the world, enabling them to lower IT costs significantly while increasing productivity, as the global adoption of the cloud is accelerating.

About eWinery Solutions
Founded in 2003, eWinery Solutions provides a complete wine-industry-specific software solution to help wineries around the world manage their DTC business, from the first point of contact to extended customer interaction. eWinery Solutions is committed to being the industry leader and providing access to the latest tools and features to streamline day-to-day activities in the wine industry. eWinery Solutions recently merged with Napa Valley POS, a pioneer in POS software targeted to the wine industry. Providing services to over 550 combined clients both large and small, more than 75% of all wine produced and sold in the US is produced by companies who use eWinery Solutions-Napa Valley POS software for their DTC.

Follow NetSuite's Cloud blog, NetSuite's Facebook page and @NetSuite Twitter handle for real-time updates.

For more information about NetSuite, please visit http://www.netsuite.com.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements relating to expectations, plans, and prospects including expectations relating to the future availability of VinSuite, a business cloud solution for the wine industry proposed to be built atop the NetSuite platform. These forward-looking statements are based upon the current expectations and beliefs of NetSuite's management as of the date of this release, and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements including, without limitation, the risk that difficulties are encountered in developing the proposed solution. All forward-looking statements in this press release are based on information available to the Company as of the date hereof, and NetSuite disclaims any obligation to update these forward-looking statements.

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NetSuite Inc.

CONTACT: Mei Li, NetSuite Inc., 650.627.1063, meili@netsuite.com

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

Fujitsu Releases New 1 Mbit and 2 Mbit FRAM Products

Latest offerings enhance power efficiency and miniaturization for smart meters, industrial machinery and medical devices

SUNNYVALE, Calif., March 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Fujitsu Semiconductor America today announced two new FRAM products featuring 1 Mbit and 2 Mbits of memory. The MB85RS1MT and MB85RS2MT, the largest-capacity, serial-interface FRAM products offered by Fujitsu, will be available in sample quantities at the end of March.

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The MB85RS1MT and MB85RS2MT FRAMs offer features that are ideal for smart meters, industrial machinery and medical devices, including high endurance, higher writing speed, larger density and low power consumption. The new FRAMs can support 10 trillion writing cycles, an endurance roughly 10 times greater than previous ferroelectric memories from Fujitsu and superior to other nonvolatile memories by at least a million times. Memory devices using FRAM consume 92 percent less power during writing compared to identical-capacity EEPROMs, and feature a writing speed 920 times faster.

As a single-chip solution, the new FRAM products substantially reduce component costs, mounted area, and power consumption compared to other system memory solutions that use EEPROM or SRAM and a battery for data retention. The new FRAM devices, by eliminating the need for a battery and additional memory components, simplify the design process, save board space, and reduce maintenance costs.

FRAM is a high-speed random access memory that is non-volatile, allowing data to be retained when the power is switched off. Its speed and durability enable FRAM to safely store more data than alternative solutions in the event of a sudden power failure. The dependability of FRAM for data retention has made it the choice of global customers for factory automation equipment, measurement devices, banking terminals, and medical devices since its introduction by Fujitsu in 1999.

"The larger 1 Mbit and 2 Mbit densities of the MB85RS1MT and MB85RS2MT, combined with FRAM's higher endurance, faster writing speed and lower power, make the new devices optimal for real-time, continuous data-logging applications," said Tong Swan Pang, senior marketing manager at Fujitsu Semiconductor America. "FRAM is also ideal for sensitive medical devices such as hearing aids, where its faster writing speed eliminates undesirable noise."

The MB85RS1MT (1 Mbit) and MB85RS2MT (2 Mbit) will also be available as bare die for use in tiny medical and consumer devices.

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About Fujitsu Semiconductor America

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.

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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

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ARM and Synopsys Collaborate to Deliver Optimized Reference Implementations for ARM Processors

Optimized Methodologies for ARM's Cortex-A15, Cortex-A7 and CCI-400 Solutions Help Designers Achieve Processor Performance and Power Objectives Faster

CAMBRIDGE, England and MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., March 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

Highlights:

    --  Processor-specific methodologies accelerate optimized implementation of
        ARM® Cortex®-A15 MPCore(TM) and Cortex-A7 MPCore processor clusters as
        well as CoreLink(TM) CCI-400 interconnect, which together can be
        integrated into a big.LITTLE(TM) processing system
    --  Optimized scripts for TSMC 28HPM process technology use Synopsys®
        Galaxy(TM) Implementation Platform with ARM Artisan® standard cells and
        embedded memories, including ARM POP(TM) technology
    --  Reference Implementations are available today and include optimized
        scripts, floorplan, constraints and documentation
    --  Synopsys reference verification platform for Discovery Verification IP
        supports the ARM AMBA® 4 ACE(TM) protocol and CCI-400 interconnect
ARM (LON:ARM; Nasdaq: ARMH) and Synopsys (Nasdaq: SNPS) today announced the availability of optimized 28-nanometer (nm) Synopsys Reference Implementations for ARM Cortex-A15 MPCore and Cortex-A7 MPCore processor clusters as well as the CoreLink CCI-400 cache-coherent interconnect. The companies collaborated to deliver these optimized implementations in TSMC 28HPM process technology using the Synopsys Galaxy Implementation Platform, ARM Artisan standard cells and memories, and ARM POP(TM) technology for core-hardening acceleration specifically optimized for Cortex-A15 and Cortex-A7 processor implementations. System-on-a-chip (SoC) designers can use these Reference Implementations to create high-performance Cortex-A15 and energy-efficient Cortex-A7 processor clusters, and can combine them with the CCI-400 interconnect to create a big.LITTLE processing system that delivers increased product functionality with longer battery life.

"With a diverse range of products expected in today's end markets, ARM Powered® solutions need to be optimized across a spectrum of energy-efficiency and high-performance targets," said Tom Cronk, executive vice president and general manager, Processor Division at ARM. "The companies' collaboration has resulted in the Synopsys Reference Implementations for Cortex-A15 and Cortex-A7 processors. They will enable our customers to more quickly converge on their aggressive design goals, and take advantage of the benefits of big.LITTLE processing and POP IP to address the demands of their target markets."

Configured for ARM Cortex-A15 and Cortex-A7 processors as well as CCI-400 interconnect, the Synopsys Reference Implementations provide tool scripts, a baseline floorplan, design constraints and documentation to serve as an optimized starting point for implementation. These scripts, built on the widely-used Synopsys tool Reference Methodologies (RMs) and optimized for high-performance cores, leverage Galaxy Platform capabilities such as Design Compiler® Graphical physical guidance for improved timing and post-route correlation. The scripts also leverage IC Compiler(TM) technologies, including final-stage leakage recovery for reduced leakage power, data flow analysis for faster floorplan creation and transparent interface optimization for faster top-level closure. They are configured for TSMC 28HPM process technology with ARM Artisan standard cells, memories and ARM POP technology. Designers may further optimize the scripts for their own design goals, processor configurations, process technologies and libraries. Reference Implementation technology plug-ins for the Synopsys Lynx Design System will enable a full, chip-level production design flow. Synopsys also provides expert professional services to help designers deploy and customize the Reference Implementations to achieve their specific SoC design goals.

The Synopsys Reference Implementation for the Cortex-A7 processor cluster is for a quad-core MPCore configuration, optimized first for energy efficiency, then for maximum speed to provide energy-efficient multi-processing. For high-performance multi-processing within a tight power envelope, the Reference Implementation for the Cortex-A15 processor cluster targets a dual-core configuration, optimized first for performance, then for power. The CCI-400 interconnect implementation is optimized for the combination of these two processor clusters into a big.LITTLE processing system.

ARM and Synopsys have also collaborated on a reference verification platform for Synopsys Discovery Verification IP, which supports the ARM AMBA® 4 ACE(TM) protocol and CCI-400 interconnect. With this reference verification platform, verification engineers can rapidly develop highly efficient verification environments for their cache-coherent designs.

"This latest collaboration with ARM continues our long-standing tradition of creating solutions to address our mutual customers' key design challenges," said Antun Domic, senior vice president and general manager, Implementation Group at Synopsys. "The Synopsys Reference Implementations for ARM Cortex-A15 and Cortex-A7 processors as well as CCI-400 interconnect take advantage of ARM and Synopsys technologies as well as our high-performance and low-power design expertise to enable designers to achieve optimized SoC performance and power targets on an accelerated timeline."

Learn More about the Synopsys Reference Implementations for ARM Processors:

SNUG Silicon Valley attendees can learn more about the Synopsys reference implementations next week at the Synopsys User's Group Silicon Valley in Santa Clara, CA:

    --  Power-Centric Timing Optimization of an ARM Quad-Core Cortex-A7
        Processor
    --  Engineering Trade-Offs in the Implementation of High-Performance
        Dual-Core ARM Cortex-A15 Processor
    --  Accelerating SoC Verification with Synopsys Discovery VIP and the ARM
        CCI-400 Cache-Coherent Interconnect
    --  Optimization Exploration of ARM Cortex Processor-based Designs with the
        Lynx Design System
Availability

The 28nm Reference Implementation scripts and documentation for dual-core Cortex-A15 MPCore, quad-core Cortex-A7 and CCI-400 interconnect are available today for Synopsys customers under maintenance who are ARMv7 processor licensees: http://www.synopsys.com/ARM-Opto. Lynx technology plug-ins for these Reference Implementations are planned to be available at the end of April, 2013. The Synopsys Verification IP and Reference Platform for AMBA 4 ACE protocol and CCI-400 interconnect are available today from Synopsys.

About ARM

ARM designs the technology that is at the heart of advanced digital products, from wireless, networking and consumer entertainment solutions to imaging, automotive, security and storage devices. ARM's comprehensive product offering includes RISC microprocessors, graphics processors, video engines, enabling software, cell libraries, embedded memories, high-speed connectivity products, peripherals and development tools. Combined with comprehensive design services, training, support and maintenance, and the company's broad Partner community, they provide a total system solution that offers a fast, reliable path to market for leading electronics companies. Find out more about ARM by following these links:

    --  ARM website: http://www.arm.com/
    --  ARM Connected Community: http://www.arm.com/community/
    --  ARM Blogs: http://blogs.arm.com/
    --  ARMFlix on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/ARMflix
    --  ARM on Twitter:
        --  http://twitter.com/ARMMobile
        --  http://twitter.com/ARMCommunity
        --  http://twitter.com/ARMEmbedded
        --  http://twitter.com/ARMSoC
        --  http://twitter.com/KeilTools
        --  http://twitter.com/ARMMultimedia
About Synopsys

Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq:SNPS) accelerates innovation in the global electronics market. As a leader in electronic design automation (EDA) and semiconductor IP, its software, IP and services help engineers address their design, verification, system and manufacturing challenges. Since 1986, engineers around the world have been using Synopsys technology to design and create billions of chips and systems. Learn more at http://www.synopsys.com.

ARM, AMBA, ACE, Artisan, big.LITTLE, Cortex, CoreLink, MPCore and POP are trademarks or registered trademarks of ARM Limited. Synopsys, Design Compiler, Discovery, Galaxy, and IC Compiler are trademarks or registered trademarks of Synopsys, Inc. registered in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks mentioned in this release are the intellectual property of their respective owners.

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the United States Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the United States Securities Exchange Act of 1934, including statements regarding the expected availability and performance of Lynx technology plug-ins for the Synopsys Reference Implementations. These statements are based on current expectations and beliefs. Actual results could differ materially from those described by these statements due to risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, unforeseen production or delivery delays, failure to perform as expected, product errors or defects and other risks as identified in the companies' respective filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including those described in the "Risk Factors" section of Synopsys' latest Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q.

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Huntkey Launches Slim 65W Notebook Adapter - New Edition

SHENZHEN, China, March 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ - Huntkey Enterprise Group, a global professional power supply provider, has launched its Slim 65W Notebook Adapter - New Edition, in order to provide a better power solution for your notebooks, including the latest ultrabooks.

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While the appearance of the new edition remains the same as that of the initial adapter, it is mainly improved in six aspects:

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1. The conversion efficiency is increased to 88% from 87%, saving more energy.
2. The stand-by power is lowered to 0.2W from 0.3W, also saving energy.
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3. The volume is lowered by 6.3%. Compared to non-slim adapters, the volume is only 76.6% and the thickness is only 60%. Therefore, it is very easy to carry.
4. Two new tips - number 15 and 16 - are added for better compatibility with ultrabooks. The compatibility of all the tips can be found as below:
</blockquote>

<blockquote>
5. Bended tips save space, compared to the straight tips of the initial edition.
</blockquote>

        Tip No.            Compatible Notebooks
        -------            --------------------

           2                       Acer
          ---                      ----

           4           Acer, Asus, Compaq, Winbook
          ---          ---------------------------

           5           Acer, Averatec, Compaq, Dell,
                     Fujitsu, Gateway, HP, Thinkpad,
                                NEC, Sharp,
                        Twinhead, Winbook, Hitachi,
                       Panasonic, Philips, SAMSUNG,
                                 Toshiba,
                                Viewsonic
    ---                         ---------

           8         Dell, Thinkpad, Sony, Panasonic,
                                  Fujitsu
          ---        --------------------------------

           9                       Dell
          ---                      ----

          11                 Lenovo, Thinkpad
          ---                ----------------

          12                        HP
          ---                      ---

          13                     SAMSUNG
          ---                    -------

          15                  SAMSUNG, ASUS
          ---                 -------------

          16                  Thinkpad, NEC
          ---                 -------------
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6. The output voltage of 19.5V allows for applicability to more laptop computers, compared to the output voltage of 19V adopted by the initial edition, as well as most traditional notebook adapters.
</blockquote>

The Huntkey Slim 65W Notebook Adapter - New Edition will be available in PICO, Tran Anh, Hoanlong and Sang Tao in Vietnam, Vatan in Turkey, shop.ww.kz, Logycom shop and Pulser shop in Kazakhstan, DNS shop in Russia, Massmart in South Africa and other leading computer resellers all over the world.

About Huntkey

Huntkey Enterprise Group, founded in 1992, is a professional provider that specializes in the development, design, manufacturing and marketing of power supplies. Huntkey's products include power supplies (1W~250KW), power systems, computer cases, universal notebook adapters, power banks, chargers, power supply converters, power strips, LED lights, and more. The industrial parks of Huntkey in Shenzhen, Heyuan and Hefei, which cover a total area of over 750,000 square meters, are now the largest IT manufacturing base in mainland China. Huntkey, with over 8,000 employees has set up its branch companies in Hong Kong and Japan. Its clients are found all over the world in more than 50 countries and regions, including Lenovo, DELL, Bestbuy, Exper, Vestel, Positivo, Durama, Unicoba, DSG, HCL, Carrefour, FPT, Siragon, Olidata, and others.

For more information about Huntkey, please visit http://www.huntkeydiy.com.

SOURCE  Huntkey Enterprise Group

Huntkey Enterprise Group

CONTACT: Megan, +86-755-8960-6580, weiwei2@huntkey.net

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