News
May 2, 2012
Talenthouse Rolls Out Its Sponsored Engagement Engine (SEE)
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on May 2, 2012 at 6:14:01 AM
Talenthouse Rolls Out Its Sponsored Engagement Engine (SEE)
New Solution Creates Social Media Engagements That Outperform Conventional Social Media Advertising
PALO ALTO, Calif., May 2, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Talenthouse today commences the global roll-out of the leading social media solution for brands and marketers with its Sponsored Engagement Engine (SEE). Talenthouse provides marketers with customized campaigns built around the concept of Content Based Marketing through SEE, a new advertising model focused on attaching brands to relevant content that consumers eagerly engage with and share with their personal network across the social web. Brands become immersed in the peer-to-peer conversations that have taken an increasingly larger share of consumers' attention.
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120502/NY99000 )
Talenthouse's ability to deliver unique and customized content for brand marketers is made possible by its community and the unparalleled social reach of its more than 1.5 million members - influencers and culture-shapers that Talenthouse calls the 'Creative Class', and their 600 million+ peers on Facebook, Twitter and other social networks. This community network allows the typical Talenthouse campaign to deliver 18 million peer-to-peer impressions, with an incredible level of measurable engagement, through the Sponsored Engagement Engine.
Cultural Icons and global brands from Virgin Mobile, Nokia, Universal Music, bing, 20th Century Fox, adidas, Nikon, Warner Music, Red Bull, EMI, Beck's, Justin Timberlake, Rihanna, U2, Lady Gaga, deadmau5, Kylie Minogue, Dolce & Gabbana, Paul McCartney, Florence + the Machine, Stan Lee and Dell among many others have all run successful campaigns on Talenthouse to build brand visibility and awareness across the social web. As an example, Nikon sponsored a Creative Invite for bands to perform on stage at SXSW in March 2012. Thousands of artists submitted videos of their live performances for consideration. The campaign generated 550,000 conversations among the artists and their fans and supporters, reaching 19 million people with Nikon's messaging.
"We are convinced that truly exciting, entertaining content and a large group of influencers make a social media campaign soar. Our community of artists and creators provides that consistently and SEE is the perfect way to serve the needs of any advertiser," said Talenthouse CEO Roman Scharf. "We turn content and influence into engagement - essentially establishing a new currency for advertisers and creatives to trade."
A creative and collaborative home for artists to grow influence and get rewarded
Iconic brands and established artists partner with Talenthouse to host "Creative Invites" - global online campaigns - encouraging emerging talent to contribute their best creative work and spread the word among their followers through a sophisticated viral contest platform. Fan communities follow and support the artists and creatives, sharing the work they admire and driving and cultivating relevant pop culture conversations. Winners of the Creative Invites receive a "once in a lifetime" collaboration opportunity with the host. This hugely effective social media marketing tool -- maximum engagement via social voting -- means every campaign cycle achieves phenomenal reach and measurable value for the brand as well as the artist.
Director and Producer Brett Ratner said, "This is an innovative model for the entertainment industry as it checks all the boxes of reach, opportunity, influence and engagement. Talenthouse has taken the music industry by storm by creating opportunities to make a difference in artists' lives and the way they create their art and grow their influence. I've seen firsthand the success of the model in the music business and I can't wait to work with them to bring this engagement model to the movie industry."
Amos Pizzey, Talenthouse Founder and President said, "The House is now open for brands and marketers to access the authentic engagement between our community of valued artists and creatives and their fans. We're thrilled that our model has been validated by the fact that every brand and established artist that used our platform sees the value in what we offer and have committed to multiple repeat campaigns."
Technology that allows real-time global and scalable campaigns
The success of the Talenthouse platform is driven by the unique content delivery and voting method that lives in the cloud, where content and voting information are instantly available across all continents. Every campaign is exciting, trackable and scalable. The Social Voting technology aggregates signals across various gateways to social networks and platforms, while the patent pending automatic scaling engine enables real-time voting and content delivery independent of time, location and device type. Designed and written as propriety technology for instant service, it has the ability to deliver unduplicated social reach.
The Company has received $15.1 million of funding to date. Investors include Innovation Endeavors, Reliance Big Entertainment, a part of the multi-national Reliance Group and 3TS Cisco Growth Fund.
Dror Berman, Managing Partner at Innovation Endeavors said, "We are excited to work with one of the most innovative teams in the social media industry, connecting creatives across geographies and cultures. The inbound interest from the world's leading brands speaks to the great products that the team has built and to the rise of a new breed of content marketing."
About Talenthouse
Talenthouse is the most influential online community of artists and creators, bringing aspiring talent and industry icons together to cultivate conversations and campaigns across the web. Artists always keep ownership of their own work using Talenthouse as a platform to make connections that drive their careers forward. Brands and advertisers use our Sponsored Engagement Engine (SEE) to work with artists while leveraging their original content and influence across and beyond the social web. It's at Talenthouse that artists and brands engage to build an authentic community that rewards creativity and unlocks the value of collaboration.
For more information please visit http://www.talenthouse.com.
Media contacts:
Frederik Hermann Lekha Rao
Talenthouse Inc. Burson-Marsteller
press@talenthouse.com lekha.rao@bm.com
+1 650 930 9813 +1 646 226 0254
http://www.talenthouse.com
SOURCE Talenthouse
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Talenthouse
Web Site: http://www.talenthouse.com
New Solution Creates Social Media Engagements That Outperform Conventional Social Media Advertising
PALO ALTO, Calif., May 2, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Talenthouse today commences the global roll-out of the leading social media solution for brands and marketers with its Sponsored Engagement Engine (SEE). Talenthouse provides marketers with customized campaigns built around the concept of Content Based Marketing through SEE, a new advertising model focused on attaching brands to relevant content that consumers eagerly engage with and share with their personal network across the social web. Brands become immersed in the peer-to-peer conversations that have taken an increasingly larger share of consumers' attention.
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120502/NY99000 )
Talenthouse's ability to deliver unique and customized content for brand marketers is made possible by its community and the unparalleled social reach of its more than 1.5 million members - influencers and culture-shapers that Talenthouse calls the 'Creative Class', and their 600 million+ peers on Facebook, Twitter and other social networks. This community network allows the typical Talenthouse campaign to deliver 18 million peer-to-peer impressions, with an incredible level of measurable engagement, through the Sponsored Engagement Engine.
Cultural Icons and global brands from Virgin Mobile, Nokia, Universal Music, bing, 20th Century Fox, adidas, Nikon, Warner Music, Red Bull, EMI, Beck's, Justin Timberlake, Rihanna, U2, Lady Gaga, deadmau5, Kylie Minogue, Dolce & Gabbana, Paul McCartney, Florence + the Machine, Stan Lee and Dell among many others have all run successful campaigns on Talenthouse to build brand visibility and awareness across the social web. As an example, Nikon sponsored a Creative Invite for bands to perform on stage at SXSW in March 2012. Thousands of artists submitted videos of their live performances for consideration. The campaign generated 550,000 conversations among the artists and their fans and supporters, reaching 19 million people with Nikon's messaging.
"We are convinced that truly exciting, entertaining content and a large group of influencers make a social media campaign soar. Our community of artists and creators provides that consistently and SEE is the perfect way to serve the needs of any advertiser," said Talenthouse CEO Roman Scharf. "We turn content and influence into engagement - essentially establishing a new currency for advertisers and creatives to trade."
A creative and collaborative home for artists to grow influence and get rewarded
Iconic brands and established artists partner with Talenthouse to host "Creative Invites" - global online campaigns - encouraging emerging talent to contribute their best creative work and spread the word among their followers through a sophisticated viral contest platform. Fan communities follow and support the artists and creatives, sharing the work they admire and driving and cultivating relevant pop culture conversations. Winners of the Creative Invites receive a "once in a lifetime" collaboration opportunity with the host. This hugely effective social media marketing tool -- maximum engagement via social voting -- means every campaign cycle achieves phenomenal reach and measurable value for the brand as well as the artist.
Director and Producer Brett Ratner said, "This is an innovative model for the entertainment industry as it checks all the boxes of reach, opportunity, influence and engagement. Talenthouse has taken the music industry by storm by creating opportunities to make a difference in artists' lives and the way they create their art and grow their influence. I've seen firsthand the success of the model in the music business and I can't wait to work with them to bring this engagement model to the movie industry."
Amos Pizzey, Talenthouse Founder and President said, "The House is now open for brands and marketers to access the authentic engagement between our community of valued artists and creatives and their fans. We're thrilled that our model has been validated by the fact that every brand and established artist that used our platform sees the value in what we offer and have committed to multiple repeat campaigns."
Technology that allows real-time global and scalable campaigns
The success of the Talenthouse platform is driven by the unique content delivery and voting method that lives in the cloud, where content and voting information are instantly available across all continents. Every campaign is exciting, trackable and scalable. The Social Voting technology aggregates signals across various gateways to social networks and platforms, while the patent pending automatic scaling engine enables real-time voting and content delivery independent of time, location and device type. Designed and written as propriety technology for instant service, it has the ability to deliver unduplicated social reach.
The Company has received $15.1 million of funding to date. Investors include Innovation Endeavors, Reliance Big Entertainment, a part of the multi-national Reliance Group and 3TS Cisco Growth Fund.
Dror Berman, Managing Partner at Innovation Endeavors said, "We are excited to work with one of the most innovative teams in the social media industry, connecting creatives across geographies and cultures. The inbound interest from the world's leading brands speaks to the great products that the team has built and to the rise of a new breed of content marketing."
About Talenthouse
Talenthouse is the most influential online community of artists and creators, bringing aspiring talent and industry icons together to cultivate conversations and campaigns across the web. Artists always keep ownership of their own work using Talenthouse as a platform to make connections that drive their careers forward. Brands and advertisers use our Sponsored Engagement Engine (SEE) to work with artists while leveraging their original content and influence across and beyond the social web. It's at Talenthouse that artists and brands engage to build an authentic community that rewards creativity and unlocks the value of collaboration.
For more information please visit http://www.talenthouse.com.
Media contacts:
Frederik Hermann Lekha Rao
Talenthouse Inc. Burson-Marsteller
press@talenthouse.com lekha.rao@bm.com
+1 650 930 9813 +1 646 226 0254
http://www.talenthouse.com
SOURCE Talenthouse
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Talenthouse
Web Site: http://www.talenthouse.com
Research Now Launches Valued Opinions 2.0 in Australia
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on May 2, 2012 at 5:28:01 AM
Research Now Launches Valued Opinions 2.0 in Australia
LONDON, May 2, 2012/PRNewswire/ --
Research Now, the leading global online sampling and data collection company, today
announced the gradual launch of its improved Valued Opinions programme to over 200,000
active members in Australia. Enhancements include: a modernised website and new identity;
increased member communications and support resources; access to a complete history log;
social media integration; the introduction of quick polls; a greater variety of rewards;
and a complimentary Smartphone app.
Since its first launch in the United Kingdom in April 2011, Valued Opinions 2.0 has
seen a 25-30 per cent increase in response rates, a 20 per cent increase in panellist
conversions, a 46 per cent increase in average page views, and a 72 per cent increase in
time spent on the site.
"Following a successful launch in the United Kingdom and the United States, we are
excited to offer this enhanced programme to our panellists in Australia," said James
Burge, Managing Director of Asia Pacific at Research Now. "With the ability to further
engage panel members in the survey process, the latest developments will result in higher
retention and response rates, and ultimately a healthier panel and superior targeting
information to reach specific populations."
Valued Opinions 2.0 will allow for greater support and guidance to ensure that Valued
Opinions Panel members get the most from their experience through enhanced member
communications, such as regular member updates, improved Frequently Asked Questions, and
tailored communication based on a data-led communication strategy. With a focus on
delivering a better level of customer service, the new visual identity and website have
been strategically designed to allow for on-going optimisation and the addition of new
functionalities to further enhance the panellist experience.
Starting immediately, panel members will be welcomed by a number of user-friendly
developments personalising their participation. Examples include a full history log of
surveys completed, rewards claimed and friends invited through the programme, as well as a
Facebook sign-up and Google +1 option that allows members to comment and share pages with
friends.
Additionally, quick polls invite members to participate in short topical questions and
compare their answers with the rest of the panel. Through the new Quick Poll forum,
members can comment and interact with fellow members regarding the latest poll ideas, and
also suggest poll topics.
Furthermore, the introduction of Valued Opinions 2.0 offers members a greater
selection of rewards to choose from, as well as a referral programme that incentivises
members for recruiting new panellists to the programme.
Thomas Lapperger, Vice President of Panel Marketing and Customer Relationship
Management, added: "We truly value our members and their opinions, and recognise that the
time panellists invest as stakeholders in the research process is of utmost importance.
For this reason, we are excited to launch Valued Opinions 2.0 in Australia, offering a
more user-friendly and engaging experience that strengthens our market-leading programme
and reflects on new advancements in technology by adding functionalities that will
significantly improve our customer relations and quality of service."
For people on the go, Valued Opinions 2.0 offers a new Smartphone app that enables
members to access and complete surveys at any time. Similar to the new Members Homepage,
the app also informs members when a new survey is available.
About Research Now:
Research Now is the leading global online sampling and online data collection company.
With over 6 million panellists in 38 countries worldwide, Research Now enables companies
to listen to and interact with real consumers and business decision makers in order to
make key business decisions. Research Now offers a full suite of data collection services,
including social media sampling, and operates the Valued Opinions Panel and e-Rewards
Opinion Panels. The company has a multilingual staff located in 24 offices around the
globe and has been recognised for four consecutive years as the industry leader in client
satisfaction.
Press Contact:
Rowena Hay
Executive - Digital Marketing
Research Now
39 York Road
London
SE1 7NQ
+44-20-7921-9788
Source: Research Now
LONDON, May 2, 2012/PRNewswire/ --
Research Now, the leading global online sampling and data collection company, today
announced the gradual launch of its improved Valued Opinions programme to over 200,000
active members in Australia. Enhancements include: a modernised website and new identity;
increased member communications and support resources; access to a complete history log;
social media integration; the introduction of quick polls; a greater variety of rewards;
and a complimentary Smartphone app.
Since its first launch in the United Kingdom in April 2011, Valued Opinions 2.0 has
seen a 25-30 per cent increase in response rates, a 20 per cent increase in panellist
conversions, a 46 per cent increase in average page views, and a 72 per cent increase in
time spent on the site.
"Following a successful launch in the United Kingdom and the United States, we are
excited to offer this enhanced programme to our panellists in Australia," said James
Burge, Managing Director of Asia Pacific at Research Now. "With the ability to further
engage panel members in the survey process, the latest developments will result in higher
retention and response rates, and ultimately a healthier panel and superior targeting
information to reach specific populations."
Valued Opinions 2.0 will allow for greater support and guidance to ensure that Valued
Opinions Panel members get the most from their experience through enhanced member
communications, such as regular member updates, improved Frequently Asked Questions, and
tailored communication based on a data-led communication strategy. With a focus on
delivering a better level of customer service, the new visual identity and website have
been strategically designed to allow for on-going optimisation and the addition of new
functionalities to further enhance the panellist experience.
Starting immediately, panel members will be welcomed by a number of user-friendly
developments personalising their participation. Examples include a full history log of
surveys completed, rewards claimed and friends invited through the programme, as well as a
Facebook sign-up and Google +1 option that allows members to comment and share pages with
friends.
Additionally, quick polls invite members to participate in short topical questions and
compare their answers with the rest of the panel. Through the new Quick Poll forum,
members can comment and interact with fellow members regarding the latest poll ideas, and
also suggest poll topics.
Furthermore, the introduction of Valued Opinions 2.0 offers members a greater
selection of rewards to choose from, as well as a referral programme that incentivises
members for recruiting new panellists to the programme.
Thomas Lapperger, Vice President of Panel Marketing and Customer Relationship
Management, added: "We truly value our members and their opinions, and recognise that the
time panellists invest as stakeholders in the research process is of utmost importance.
For this reason, we are excited to launch Valued Opinions 2.0 in Australia, offering a
more user-friendly and engaging experience that strengthens our market-leading programme
and reflects on new advancements in technology by adding functionalities that will
significantly improve our customer relations and quality of service."
For people on the go, Valued Opinions 2.0 offers a new Smartphone app that enables
members to access and complete surveys at any time. Similar to the new Members Homepage,
the app also informs members when a new survey is available.
About Research Now:
Research Now is the leading global online sampling and online data collection company.
With over 6 million panellists in 38 countries worldwide, Research Now enables companies
to listen to and interact with real consumers and business decision makers in order to
make key business decisions. Research Now offers a full suite of data collection services,
including social media sampling, and operates the Valued Opinions Panel and e-Rewards
Opinion Panels. The company has a multilingual staff located in 24 offices around the
globe and has been recognised for four consecutive years as the industry leader in client
satisfaction.
Press Contact:
Rowena Hay
Executive - Digital Marketing
Research Now
39 York Road
London
SE1 7NQ
+44-20-7921-9788
Source: Research Now
SEO Consult? Announce Online Marketing Partnership With Virgin Balloon Flights
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on May 2, 2012 at 5:21:01 AM
SEO Consult(R) Announce Online Marketing Partnership With Virgin Balloon Flights
CHESTER, United Kingdom, May 2, 2012/PRNewswire/ --
SEO Consult [http://www.seoconsult.com ](R), an award-winning UK based agency
specialising in organic search engine optimisation, have just announced a new high profile
client acquisition in the form of Virgin Balloon Flights, the number one provider of hot
air balloon rides in the UK.
Virgin Balloon Flights are looking to unify their online marketing strategy under the
guidance of one agency, and SEO Consult(R)'s range of creative solutions and innovative
SEO strategies made them the ideal candidates. SEO Consult(R) hope their results-driven
approach to search marketing will help Virgin Balloon Flights achieve higher rankings in
the search engine results pages, and also increase non-brand traffic to their website
through organic search and PPC.
SEO Consult(R) are renowned for delivering sustainable results by blending creativity
and experience, with their range of internally developed technologies, allowing for a
highly targeted SEO campaign. Through this methodology, they have acquired a client
portfolio that is now 350-strong, including a number of leading brands from a range of
industries, and they will be aiming to make the Virgin Balloon Flights account another
success story.
Alexander Ferguson, Head of Communications & Marketing for the Virgin Balloon Flights
[http://www.virginballoonflights.co.uk ] said, "After a rigorous selection process,
involving existing suppliers and a number of other agencies, SEO Consult(R) were the clear
winners. They provided an extremely thorough audit of our current position and a
comprehensive strategy for future success, building on our already strong natural
rankings. They also demonstrated a deeply analytical approach, a high level of expertise
and, more importantly, a real passion for our brand. We have been impressed by their
creative approach so far and we are looking forward to a long, profitable partnership."
"We've developed a really strong client portfolio here at SEO Consult(R), and
acquiring a prestigious new client like Virgin Balloon Flights is a real indication of the
progress we have made as an SEO agency. Our client retention rate currently stands at 97%,
and I think that is a testament to how committed we are to achieving quality results
without sacrificing transparency. We intend to provide Virgin Balloon Flights with an
unparalleled quality of service, and help maximise the chances of success for their search
marketing campaign." said Geoff Parker, Client Services Director at SEO Consult
[http://www.seoconsult.com ](R). "We believe the range of creative solutions we are able
to offer our clients make us a great fit for businesses looking to develop their search
marketing strategy. We are confident that this results-driven approach will help deliver a
quality of service that exceeds Virgin Balloon Flight's expectations."
For more details about SEO Consult(R), visit their website at
http://www.seoconsult.com or call +44(0)845-205-0292.
About SEO Consult(R):
SEO Consult(R) is the specialist SEO division of Click Consult. Established in 2003,
Click Consult is a leading provider of Search Engine Marketing (SEM) solutions, including
PPC Campaigns, Web Design & Development
[http://www.seoconsult.com/web-development-services ], SEO, Reputation Management, Social
Media Marketing and Mobile Web Builds & Marketing. With over 100 staff in Cheshire and
London, the Google AdWords and Microsoft adExcellence certified company now has over 350
clients and an impressive portfolio of page one results.
Source: SEO Consult
Contact SEO Consult®: Rory Truesdale, Click Consult, Unit B1, Willow House, Oaklands Office Park, Hooton Road, Hooton, Cheshire, CH66 7NZ; Tel: +44(0)845-205-0292, Email: pr@clickconsult.com
CHESTER, United Kingdom, May 2, 2012/PRNewswire/ --
SEO Consult [http://www.seoconsult.com ](R), an award-winning UK based agency
specialising in organic search engine optimisation, have just announced a new high profile
client acquisition in the form of Virgin Balloon Flights, the number one provider of hot
air balloon rides in the UK.
Virgin Balloon Flights are looking to unify their online marketing strategy under the
guidance of one agency, and SEO Consult(R)'s range of creative solutions and innovative
SEO strategies made them the ideal candidates. SEO Consult(R) hope their results-driven
approach to search marketing will help Virgin Balloon Flights achieve higher rankings in
the search engine results pages, and also increase non-brand traffic to their website
through organic search and PPC.
SEO Consult(R) are renowned for delivering sustainable results by blending creativity
and experience, with their range of internally developed technologies, allowing for a
highly targeted SEO campaign. Through this methodology, they have acquired a client
portfolio that is now 350-strong, including a number of leading brands from a range of
industries, and they will be aiming to make the Virgin Balloon Flights account another
success story.
Alexander Ferguson, Head of Communications & Marketing for the Virgin Balloon Flights
[http://www.virginballoonflights.co.uk ] said, "After a rigorous selection process,
involving existing suppliers and a number of other agencies, SEO Consult(R) were the clear
winners. They provided an extremely thorough audit of our current position and a
comprehensive strategy for future success, building on our already strong natural
rankings. They also demonstrated a deeply analytical approach, a high level of expertise
and, more importantly, a real passion for our brand. We have been impressed by their
creative approach so far and we are looking forward to a long, profitable partnership."
"We've developed a really strong client portfolio here at SEO Consult(R), and
acquiring a prestigious new client like Virgin Balloon Flights is a real indication of the
progress we have made as an SEO agency. Our client retention rate currently stands at 97%,
and I think that is a testament to how committed we are to achieving quality results
without sacrificing transparency. We intend to provide Virgin Balloon Flights with an
unparalleled quality of service, and help maximise the chances of success for their search
marketing campaign." said Geoff Parker, Client Services Director at SEO Consult
[http://www.seoconsult.com ](R). "We believe the range of creative solutions we are able
to offer our clients make us a great fit for businesses looking to develop their search
marketing strategy. We are confident that this results-driven approach will help deliver a
quality of service that exceeds Virgin Balloon Flight's expectations."
For more details about SEO Consult(R), visit their website at
http://www.seoconsult.com or call +44(0)845-205-0292.
About SEO Consult(R):
SEO Consult(R) is the specialist SEO division of Click Consult. Established in 2003,
Click Consult is a leading provider of Search Engine Marketing (SEM) solutions, including
PPC Campaigns, Web Design & Development
[http://www.seoconsult.com/web-development-services ], SEO, Reputation Management, Social
Media Marketing and Mobile Web Builds & Marketing. With over 100 staff in Cheshire and
London, the Google AdWords and Microsoft adExcellence certified company now has over 350
clients and an impressive portfolio of page one results.
Source: SEO Consult
Contact SEO Consult®: Rory Truesdale, Click Consult, Unit B1, Willow House, Oaklands Office Park, Hooton Road, Hooton, Cheshire, CH66 7NZ; Tel: +44(0)845-205-0292, Email: pr@clickconsult.com
CriticalBlue Announces Broader Support for Renesas' Multicore Platforms Within Prism
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on May 2, 2012 at 4:35:01 AM
CriticalBlue Announces Broader Support for Renesas' Multicore Platforms Within Prism
SAN JOSE, California, May 2, 2012/PRNewswire/ --
Release of new Prism Platform Support Package helps developers unlock the power of
Renesas' manycore parallel architecture
CriticalBlue, a provider of embedded multicore software analysis, exploration and
verification tools with associated services, announced today the availability of more
support for different multicore platforms from Renesas Electronics Corporation (TSE: 6723)
, a premier supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions, within its Prism product.
Software developers using various Renesas' multicore platforms can now analyze their
existing software applications, quickly evaluate performance on the chosen platform, and
accelerate the implementation and tuning of their software on the parallel architecture.
This announcement deepens the existing collaborative relationship between CriticalBlue
and Renesas which previously produced Prism support for SH-4A and V850 platforms and now
adds supports for the imaging hardware accelerator engine based multicore platforms.
Multimedia processing functions, such as network connection or voice and image
processing require high performance processing, particularly in automotive applications
where the growing use of electronics continuously demands more performance but faces the
challenge of the increasing power required to achieve that performance.
Renesas, as the leader of the automotive microcontroller (MCU) market, has introduced
multicore products to answer this market demand. The parallel processing on these
platforms improves the performance while optimizing the power efficiency. However, such
platforms introduce some new concepts from the developers' perspective when porting their
software from single to multicore platforms. Renesas quickly responded to concerns about
these new challenges and chose to develop, in collaboration with CriticalBlue, support for
Renesas multicore platforms within the Prism tool. This delivers a software solution which
enables users to take advantage of the parallel architecture while allowing them to get a
good understanding of the achievable performance of the multicore design and the resulting
porting effort.
Prism is an award winning Eclipse-based embedded multicore programming system which
allows software engineers to easily assess and realize the full potential of multicore
processors without significant changes to their existing development flow. Prism analyzes
the behavior of code running on hardware development boards, virtual machines or
simulators. It allows engineers to take their existing sequential code, and before making
any changes, explore and analyze opportunities for concurrency. Having identified the
optimal parallelization strategies in this way, developers implement parallel structures,
and use Prism again to verify performance efficiency and thread-safe operations.
In addition to partitioning software onto multicore hardware, the availability of this
new Prism Platform Support Package (PSP) will be that users can quantify the benefit of
migrating their software applications to multicore platforms. Developers can analyze the
impact of the parallel architecture, selecting a number of cores and viewing data cache
performance at function or source line level, resulting in an ability to see the impact of
such core architectural features on the overall concurrent schedule. This important
feedback to the software programmer would be extremely difficult to visualize otherwise.
Ultimately, Prism provides developers with an estimate of the performance gain achievable
by partitioning their program into multiple threads, as well as providing a methodology
and flow to implement, tune and verify that multi-threaded software.
These analyses can be done on existing unmodified software applications running on an
instruction set simulator. Experienced multicore software programmers will benefit from
Prism's capabilities in the area of performance tuning and general multicore code
optimization.
A 30 day evaluation copy of the Prism Core PSPs for Renesas multicore platforms are
available today from the CriticalBlue website
http://www.criticalblue.com/prism/renesas.
Supporting Quotes:
"We have added support for many different homogeneous multicore platforms since Prism
was released in 2009 but this is our first many-core platform." said David Stewart, CEO,
CriticalBlue. "Highly parallel engines present a deeper set of challenges for software
developers and it has been a pleasure to continue working with Renesas to realize a
solution which will deliver tangible benefits to our joint customers."
"The multicore architecture delivers outstanding performance when configured correctly
and loaded up with sufficient work to process, and our customers often ask us for help in
figuring out how best to migrate their applications to the parallel platform." said
Jean-Luc Bui, engineer, Renesas. "The Prism technology, coupled with the knowledge of
CriticalBlue's engineers, creates an ideal environment to evaluate the benefits available
to our customers if they use our multicore platform and to implement the required software
changes efficiently and safely."
Key Points:
- Prism helps speed development and optimization of multicore software
applications and hence accelerates time to market of end products based on highly
parallel architecture.
- Integration with Prism allows Renesas customers to analyze their existing
single threaded application code for use with multicore platform.
- Prism technology is an Eclipse plug-in and is based on dynamic tracing of the
users' software execution.
- Developers can work in a familiar Eclipse environment using existing IDEs and
compilers alongside CriticalBlue's Prism development tools.
- The Renesas V850, SH-4A and image hardware accelerator engine PSPs for Prism
are available now.
About CriticalBlue
CriticalBlue guides software developers through the task of migrating to and
optimizing code on multicore platforms through the delivery of innovative and multicore
software focused tools, training and services. The increasing use of complex, multicore
processor architectures has accelerated demand for CriticalBlue's technology and expertise
throughout all electronic industry sectors. Headquartered in Edinburgh, Scotland, with
offices in San Jose, California, and Tokyo, Japan, the company has delivered multiple
solutions for key aspects of embedded software design, including Prism, a multicore
embedded software design environment. The company is funded by European, US Silicon
Valley, Japanese venture capitalists and corporate investors. To learn more, please visit
http://www.criticalblue.com
All product or service names mentioned herein are the trademarks of their respective
owners.
Source: CriticalBlue
CriticalBlue Media Contact: David Stewart, CEO, CriticalBlue, +1-408-573-3609 , david.stewart@criticalblue.com
SAN JOSE, California, May 2, 2012/PRNewswire/ --
Release of new Prism Platform Support Package helps developers unlock the power of
Renesas' manycore parallel architecture
CriticalBlue, a provider of embedded multicore software analysis, exploration and
verification tools with associated services, announced today the availability of more
support for different multicore platforms from Renesas Electronics Corporation (TSE: 6723)
, a premier supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions, within its Prism product.
Software developers using various Renesas' multicore platforms can now analyze their
existing software applications, quickly evaluate performance on the chosen platform, and
accelerate the implementation and tuning of their software on the parallel architecture.
This announcement deepens the existing collaborative relationship between CriticalBlue
and Renesas which previously produced Prism support for SH-4A and V850 platforms and now
adds supports for the imaging hardware accelerator engine based multicore platforms.
Multimedia processing functions, such as network connection or voice and image
processing require high performance processing, particularly in automotive applications
where the growing use of electronics continuously demands more performance but faces the
challenge of the increasing power required to achieve that performance.
Renesas, as the leader of the automotive microcontroller (MCU) market, has introduced
multicore products to answer this market demand. The parallel processing on these
platforms improves the performance while optimizing the power efficiency. However, such
platforms introduce some new concepts from the developers' perspective when porting their
software from single to multicore platforms. Renesas quickly responded to concerns about
these new challenges and chose to develop, in collaboration with CriticalBlue, support for
Renesas multicore platforms within the Prism tool. This delivers a software solution which
enables users to take advantage of the parallel architecture while allowing them to get a
good understanding of the achievable performance of the multicore design and the resulting
porting effort.
Prism is an award winning Eclipse-based embedded multicore programming system which
allows software engineers to easily assess and realize the full potential of multicore
processors without significant changes to their existing development flow. Prism analyzes
the behavior of code running on hardware development boards, virtual machines or
simulators. It allows engineers to take their existing sequential code, and before making
any changes, explore and analyze opportunities for concurrency. Having identified the
optimal parallelization strategies in this way, developers implement parallel structures,
and use Prism again to verify performance efficiency and thread-safe operations.
In addition to partitioning software onto multicore hardware, the availability of this
new Prism Platform Support Package (PSP) will be that users can quantify the benefit of
migrating their software applications to multicore platforms. Developers can analyze the
impact of the parallel architecture, selecting a number of cores and viewing data cache
performance at function or source line level, resulting in an ability to see the impact of
such core architectural features on the overall concurrent schedule. This important
feedback to the software programmer would be extremely difficult to visualize otherwise.
Ultimately, Prism provides developers with an estimate of the performance gain achievable
by partitioning their program into multiple threads, as well as providing a methodology
and flow to implement, tune and verify that multi-threaded software.
These analyses can be done on existing unmodified software applications running on an
instruction set simulator. Experienced multicore software programmers will benefit from
Prism's capabilities in the area of performance tuning and general multicore code
optimization.
A 30 day evaluation copy of the Prism Core PSPs for Renesas multicore platforms are
available today from the CriticalBlue website
http://www.criticalblue.com/prism/renesas.
Supporting Quotes:
"We have added support for many different homogeneous multicore platforms since Prism
was released in 2009 but this is our first many-core platform." said David Stewart, CEO,
CriticalBlue. "Highly parallel engines present a deeper set of challenges for software
developers and it has been a pleasure to continue working with Renesas to realize a
solution which will deliver tangible benefits to our joint customers."
"The multicore architecture delivers outstanding performance when configured correctly
and loaded up with sufficient work to process, and our customers often ask us for help in
figuring out how best to migrate their applications to the parallel platform." said
Jean-Luc Bui, engineer, Renesas. "The Prism technology, coupled with the knowledge of
CriticalBlue's engineers, creates an ideal environment to evaluate the benefits available
to our customers if they use our multicore platform and to implement the required software
changes efficiently and safely."
Key Points:
- Prism helps speed development and optimization of multicore software
applications and hence accelerates time to market of end products based on highly
parallel architecture.
- Integration with Prism allows Renesas customers to analyze their existing
single threaded application code for use with multicore platform.
- Prism technology is an Eclipse plug-in and is based on dynamic tracing of the
users' software execution.
- Developers can work in a familiar Eclipse environment using existing IDEs and
compilers alongside CriticalBlue's Prism development tools.
- The Renesas V850, SH-4A and image hardware accelerator engine PSPs for Prism
are available now.
About CriticalBlue
CriticalBlue guides software developers through the task of migrating to and
optimizing code on multicore platforms through the delivery of innovative and multicore
software focused tools, training and services. The increasing use of complex, multicore
processor architectures has accelerated demand for CriticalBlue's technology and expertise
throughout all electronic industry sectors. Headquartered in Edinburgh, Scotland, with
offices in San Jose, California, and Tokyo, Japan, the company has delivered multiple
solutions for key aspects of embedded software design, including Prism, a multicore
embedded software design environment. The company is funded by European, US Silicon
Valley, Japanese venture capitalists and corporate investors. To learn more, please visit
http://www.criticalblue.com
All product or service names mentioned herein are the trademarks of their respective
owners.
Source: CriticalBlue
CriticalBlue Media Contact: David Stewart, CEO, CriticalBlue, +1-408-573-3609 , david.stewart@criticalblue.com
Ceragon Wins Orders for High-Capacity Point-to-Point and Point-to-Multipoint Backhaul Solutions From Florida Rural Broadband Alliance
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on May 2, 2012 at 4:07:01 AM
Ceragon Wins Orders for High-Capacity Point-to-Point and Point-to-Multipoint Backhaul Solutions From Florida Rural Broadband Alliance
Network will provide high-capacity broadband to un-served and underserved communities in 15 counties
PARAMUS, New Jersey, May 2, 2012/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --
Ceragon Networks Ltd. [http://www.ceragon.com ] (NASDAQ: CRNT
[http://www.ceragon.com/investor_relations.asp ]), the #1 wireless backhaul specialist,
today announced that it has won orders for high-capacity wireless backhaul point-to-point
and point-to-multipoint solutions and last mile equipment from the Florida Rural Broadband
Alliance [http://www.weconnectflorida.com/index.cfm ] (FRBA) . The FRBA chose Ceragon's
FibeAir(R) IP-10G and FibeAir 2500 wireless backhaul solutions for its new all-IP network.
The deployment, which is funded by federal broadband stimulus funds, is part of a network
that will bring high-speed broadband service to un-served and underserved communities in
15 rural counties in Florida, providing much-needed connectivity to subscribers and
expanding business opportunities in the area.
The deployment is part of the FRBA's project to build a new "middle mile" broadband
infrastructure, connecting two rural areas of Florida. High-speed broadband access is
expected to create jobs, enhance public safety, improve the delivery of healthcare
services, enhance emergency services, and promote educational opportunities for the
disadvantaged communities located within these rural areas.
"Ceragon's all-IP solutions carry a variety of voice and data services and also
facilitate a cost-efficient network set-up and fast ROI," said Ira Palti, Ceragon's
President and CEO. "The combination of Ceragon's technology and expertise will enable the
FRBA to provide high-capacity, broadband services directly to these underserved
communities in Florida, helping to stimulate the economy there."
"We selected Ceragon's solutions to build our rural network because of their reliable
high-capacity performance, the superior quality of their technology, and the company's
experience and expertise," said Gina Reynolds, CEO of Florida's Heartland REDI, Inc. and
Co-Manager of Florida Rural Broadband Alliance. "Ceragon was able to lower the total cost
of ownership of our network, while enabling us to deliver services faster."
Ceragon Solutions
The FibeAir IP-10G is a next-generation, carrier-grade wireless Ethernet backhaul
product that uniquely integrates the latest radio technology with TDM and Ethernet
networking. With up to 2Gbps of IP traffic per channel, the FibeAir IP-10G solution
provides superior high-speed broadband access and quality of experience (QoE) for the
FRBA's network and subscribers.
The FibeAir 2500 is a high-capacity Point to Multipoint (P2MP) solution that delivers
up to 200Mbps of aggregated traffic, to support voice, data and high-resolution video
applications. The solution offers superb performance in harsh conditions, and robust near
line of sight (nLoS) and non-line of sight (NLoS) performance capabilities. It supports an
extensive range of sub 6GHz frequency bands, and is suitable for small cell deployments.
About The Florida Rural Broadband Alliance, LLC
The Florida Rural Broadband Alliance, LLC is a regional collaboration of local
governments, community activists and economic development agencies in South Central
Florida (Florida's Heartland REDI, Inc.) and Northwest Florida (Opportunity Florida).
About Ceragon Networks Ltd.
Ceragon Networks Ltd. [http://www.ceragon.com ] (NASDAQ: CRNT) is the #1 wireless
backhaul specialist. We provide innovative, flexible and cost-effective wireless backhaul
solutions that enable mobile operators and other wired/wireless service providers to
deliver 2G/3G, 4G/LTE and other broadband services to their subscribers. Ceragon's
high-capacity, solutions use microwave technology to transfer voice and data traffic while
maximizing bandwidth efficiency, to deliver more capacity over longer distances under any
deployment scenario. Based on our extensive global experience, Ceragon delivers turnkey
solutions that support service provider profitability at every stage of the network
lifecycle enabling faster time to revenue, cost-effective operation and simple migration
to all-IP networks. As the demand for data pushes the need for ever-increasing capacity,
Ceragon is committed to serve the market with unmatched technology and innovation,
ensuring effective solutions for the evolving needs of the marketplace. Our solutions are
deployed by more than 430 service providers in over 130 countries.
Ceragon Networks(R) is a registered trademark of Ceragon Networks Ltd. in the United
States and other countries. Other names mentioned are owned by their respective holders.
Join the discussion
http://www.linkedin.com/company/14470
http://www.facebook.com/ceragonnetworks
http://twitter.com/Ceragon
http://www.youtube.com/user/CeragonNetworks?feature=mhum
This press release may contain statements concerning Ceragon's future prospects that
are "forward-looking statements" under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of
1995. These statements are based on current expectations and projections that involve a
number of risks and uncertainties. There can be no assurance that future results will be
achieved, and actual results could differ materially from forecasts and estimates. These
are important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from forecasts
and estimates. Some of the factors that could significantly impact the forward-looking
statements in this press release includethe risk of significant expenses in connection
with potential contingent tax liability associated with Nera's prior operations or
facilities, the risk that the combined Ceragon and Nera business may not perform as
expected, , and other risks and uncertainties, which are discussed in greater detail in
Ceragon's Annual Report on Form 20-F and Ceragon's other filings with the Securities and
Exchange Commission. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they
are made and Ceragon undertakes no commitment to revise or update any forward-looking
statement in order to reflect events or circumstances after the date any such statement is
made. Ceragon's public filings are available from the Securities and Exchange Commission's
website at http://www.sec.gov or may be obtained on Ceragon's website at
http://www.ceragon.com .
Company & Investor Contact:
Yoel Knoll
Ceragon Networks Ltd.
Tel: +1-(201)-853-0228
yoelk@ceragon.com
Media Contact:
Abigail Levy-Gurwitz
Ceragon Networks Ltd.
Tel: +1-(201)-853-0271
abigaill@ceragon.com
Media Contact:
Karen Quatromoni
Rainier Communications
Tel. +1-(508)-475-0025 x150
kquatromoni@rainierco.com
Source: Ceragon Networks Ltd
Network will provide high-capacity broadband to un-served and underserved communities in 15 counties
PARAMUS, New Jersey, May 2, 2012/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --
Ceragon Networks Ltd. [http://www.ceragon.com ] (NASDAQ: CRNT
[http://www.ceragon.com/investor_relations.asp ]), the #1 wireless backhaul specialist,
today announced that it has won orders for high-capacity wireless backhaul point-to-point
and point-to-multipoint solutions and last mile equipment from the Florida Rural Broadband
Alliance [http://www.weconnectflorida.com/index.cfm ] (FRBA) . The FRBA chose Ceragon's
FibeAir(R) IP-10G and FibeAir 2500 wireless backhaul solutions for its new all-IP network.
The deployment, which is funded by federal broadband stimulus funds, is part of a network
that will bring high-speed broadband service to un-served and underserved communities in
15 rural counties in Florida, providing much-needed connectivity to subscribers and
expanding business opportunities in the area.
The deployment is part of the FRBA's project to build a new "middle mile" broadband
infrastructure, connecting two rural areas of Florida. High-speed broadband access is
expected to create jobs, enhance public safety, improve the delivery of healthcare
services, enhance emergency services, and promote educational opportunities for the
disadvantaged communities located within these rural areas.
"Ceragon's all-IP solutions carry a variety of voice and data services and also
facilitate a cost-efficient network set-up and fast ROI," said Ira Palti, Ceragon's
President and CEO. "The combination of Ceragon's technology and expertise will enable the
FRBA to provide high-capacity, broadband services directly to these underserved
communities in Florida, helping to stimulate the economy there."
"We selected Ceragon's solutions to build our rural network because of their reliable
high-capacity performance, the superior quality of their technology, and the company's
experience and expertise," said Gina Reynolds, CEO of Florida's Heartland REDI, Inc. and
Co-Manager of Florida Rural Broadband Alliance. "Ceragon was able to lower the total cost
of ownership of our network, while enabling us to deliver services faster."
Ceragon Solutions
The FibeAir IP-10G is a next-generation, carrier-grade wireless Ethernet backhaul
product that uniquely integrates the latest radio technology with TDM and Ethernet
networking. With up to 2Gbps of IP traffic per channel, the FibeAir IP-10G solution
provides superior high-speed broadband access and quality of experience (QoE) for the
FRBA's network and subscribers.
The FibeAir 2500 is a high-capacity Point to Multipoint (P2MP) solution that delivers
up to 200Mbps of aggregated traffic, to support voice, data and high-resolution video
applications. The solution offers superb performance in harsh conditions, and robust near
line of sight (nLoS) and non-line of sight (NLoS) performance capabilities. It supports an
extensive range of sub 6GHz frequency bands, and is suitable for small cell deployments.
About The Florida Rural Broadband Alliance, LLC
The Florida Rural Broadband Alliance, LLC is a regional collaboration of local
governments, community activists and economic development agencies in South Central
Florida (Florida's Heartland REDI, Inc.) and Northwest Florida (Opportunity Florida).
About Ceragon Networks Ltd.
Ceragon Networks Ltd. [http://www.ceragon.com ] (NASDAQ: CRNT) is the #1 wireless
backhaul specialist. We provide innovative, flexible and cost-effective wireless backhaul
solutions that enable mobile operators and other wired/wireless service providers to
deliver 2G/3G, 4G/LTE and other broadband services to their subscribers. Ceragon's
high-capacity, solutions use microwave technology to transfer voice and data traffic while
maximizing bandwidth efficiency, to deliver more capacity over longer distances under any
deployment scenario. Based on our extensive global experience, Ceragon delivers turnkey
solutions that support service provider profitability at every stage of the network
lifecycle enabling faster time to revenue, cost-effective operation and simple migration
to all-IP networks. As the demand for data pushes the need for ever-increasing capacity,
Ceragon is committed to serve the market with unmatched technology and innovation,
ensuring effective solutions for the evolving needs of the marketplace. Our solutions are
deployed by more than 430 service providers in over 130 countries.
Ceragon Networks(R) is a registered trademark of Ceragon Networks Ltd. in the United
States and other countries. Other names mentioned are owned by their respective holders.
Join the discussion
http://www.linkedin.com/company/14470
http://www.facebook.com/ceragonnetworks
http://twitter.com/Ceragon
http://www.youtube.com/user/CeragonNetworks?feature=mhum
This press release may contain statements concerning Ceragon's future prospects that
are "forward-looking statements" under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of
1995. These statements are based on current expectations and projections that involve a
number of risks and uncertainties. There can be no assurance that future results will be
achieved, and actual results could differ materially from forecasts and estimates. These
are important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from forecasts
and estimates. Some of the factors that could significantly impact the forward-looking
statements in this press release includethe risk of significant expenses in connection
with potential contingent tax liability associated with Nera's prior operations or
facilities, the risk that the combined Ceragon and Nera business may not perform as
expected, , and other risks and uncertainties, which are discussed in greater detail in
Ceragon's Annual Report on Form 20-F and Ceragon's other filings with the Securities and
Exchange Commission. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they
are made and Ceragon undertakes no commitment to revise or update any forward-looking
statement in order to reflect events or circumstances after the date any such statement is
made. Ceragon's public filings are available from the Securities and Exchange Commission's
website at http://www.sec.gov or may be obtained on Ceragon's website at
http://www.ceragon.com .
Company & Investor Contact:
Yoel Knoll
Ceragon Networks Ltd.
Tel: +1-(201)-853-0228
yoelk@ceragon.com
Media Contact:
Abigail Levy-Gurwitz
Ceragon Networks Ltd.
Tel: +1-(201)-853-0271
abigaill@ceragon.com
Media Contact:
Karen Quatromoni
Rainier Communications
Tel. +1-(508)-475-0025 x150
kquatromoni@rainierco.com
Source: Ceragon Networks Ltd
Romantic Adventures Expands Russian Dating Service to Odessa Helping Average Joes Lead Extraordinary Lives
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on May 2, 2012 at 2:35:01 AM
Romantic Adventures Expands Russian Dating Service to Odessa Helping Average Joes Lead Extraordinary Lives
LONDON, May 2, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- UK Romantic Adventures have expanded their Russian dating service to Odessa. Aside from the desirability of the sea and sun, the proprietor explains why it is not always rich guys having the most fun.
Surprisingly, says proprietor, Steve Fowler, being rich and famous has its drawbacks too. Often, the corporate rich or celebrity status men are living in a vacuum controlled by their PR agents in order to protect their media reputations. As a result, many rich city guys and celebrities become trapped by their own success. Their dating freedom is often diminished compared with their financial subordinates.
In a world of tangible truths and misconception about Russian dating, some wise average Joes are making progress and living extraordinary lives, dating more beautiful woman than rich celebs and James Bond wannabes.
Romantic Adventures says its most successful Russian dating members are drivers, blue collar workers, and even not-so-boring accountants. "They seem to thrive on the confidentiality they maintain by being far from the limelight," says Fowler. The company believes expanding their international dating service to coastal areas helps guys enjoy a seaside vacation and potentially find a life partner.
Prematurely, even the unemployed have successfully contacted women through Romantic Adventures international dating service. Although, they strongly advise such clients to prioritize work and health over and above their relationship needs.
Meeting real attractive, educated, sincere women is not provisional on being rich or giving commitment to marriage. Dating always comes before marriage, and that is always a matter of mutual consent, says Fowler, regardless of the misconceptions surrounding "Russian Brides".
Having contacted thousands of ladies from the Ukraine and Russia, Romantic Adventures Russian Dating knows for a fact that these women are decent and genuine. It is, however, absolutely imperative if considering dating internationally that rudimentary security checks are conducted.
"We provide free tips and advice, as well as a fully chaperoned introduction service, uniquely providing the highest probability of Russian dating success," says Fowler.
For more information contact Steve Fowler at romanticadventures.co.uk
+44-7712-151130
venture@asavantage.com
SOURCE Romantic Adventures
Romantic Adventures
Web Site: http://www.romanticadventures.co.uk
LONDON, May 2, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- UK Romantic Adventures have expanded their Russian dating service to Odessa. Aside from the desirability of the sea and sun, the proprietor explains why it is not always rich guys having the most fun.
Surprisingly, says proprietor, Steve Fowler, being rich and famous has its drawbacks too. Often, the corporate rich or celebrity status men are living in a vacuum controlled by their PR agents in order to protect their media reputations. As a result, many rich city guys and celebrities become trapped by their own success. Their dating freedom is often diminished compared with their financial subordinates.
In a world of tangible truths and misconception about Russian dating, some wise average Joes are making progress and living extraordinary lives, dating more beautiful woman than rich celebs and James Bond wannabes.
Romantic Adventures says its most successful Russian dating members are drivers, blue collar workers, and even not-so-boring accountants. "They seem to thrive on the confidentiality they maintain by being far from the limelight," says Fowler. The company believes expanding their international dating service to coastal areas helps guys enjoy a seaside vacation and potentially find a life partner.
Prematurely, even the unemployed have successfully contacted women through Romantic Adventures international dating service. Although, they strongly advise such clients to prioritize work and health over and above their relationship needs.
Meeting real attractive, educated, sincere women is not provisional on being rich or giving commitment to marriage. Dating always comes before marriage, and that is always a matter of mutual consent, says Fowler, regardless of the misconceptions surrounding "Russian Brides".
Having contacted thousands of ladies from the Ukraine and Russia, Romantic Adventures Russian Dating knows for a fact that these women are decent and genuine. It is, however, absolutely imperative if considering dating internationally that rudimentary security checks are conducted.
"We provide free tips and advice, as well as a fully chaperoned introduction service, uniquely providing the highest probability of Russian dating success," says Fowler.
For more information contact Steve Fowler at romanticadventures.co.uk
+44-7712-151130
venture@asavantage.com
SOURCE Romantic Adventures
Romantic Adventures
Web Site: http://www.romanticadventures.co.uk
Launching of an Internet Social Network for the Family!
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on May 2, 2012 at 2:14:01 AM
Launching of an Internet Social Network for the Family!
LONDON, May 2, 2012/PRNewswire/ --
With already thousands of members from 20 different countries, WILBY.TV today
officially launched its English version in Europe. "The Universe of WILBY(TM)" is a fun,
educational and 100% safe online social universe for children and their family, available
free at http://www.wilby.tv
ABOUT THE UNIVERSE OF WILBY(TM)
Founded by three entrepreneurs and fathers concerned about Internet use among young
people, and education at school and in the home, "The Universe of WILBY(TM)" is an online
social universe helping children six and older and families around the world to flourish
and grow healthily by offering effective personal development tools and a safe, fun and
educational online entertainment environment.
AN INGENIOUSLY DESIGNED SOCIAL UNIVERSE FOR CHILDREN
"The Universe of Wilby(TM)" is designed for children aged 6 to 12 years. With parental
support, its young members can create their own avatars, express themselves, communicate,
learn other languages, earn points, watch videos, post their accomplishments, earn rewards
and participate in multiplayer educational games already played in over 20,000 primary
schools. This online world also offers an educational animated TV series where the main
character, a ten year old boy named Wilby, experiences the daily realities of today's
children and tells his stories to correspondents who write to him from around the world.
A MORE CONSTRUCTIVE ALTERNATIVE
For parents, WILBY.TV represents a great alternative to other virtual worlds such
clubpenguin.com, barbie.com and moshimonsters.com. Although very entertaining, they do not
compare in the strength of educational and constructive support offered by "The Universe
of Wilby(TM)".
A GROWING SOCIAL MOVEMENT FOR THE POSITIVE DEVELOPMENT OF YOUTH
Available for only a few months in French, WILBY.TV already has thousands of active
members from around the world and its popularity is growing every day! Adaptations in
Spanish and Mandarin will be available in the coming months. "The Universe of WILBY(TM)"
is much more than an online world! It's actually a fast growing social movement rallying
children and families worldwide around a common cause: the positive development of the
youth of today and tomorrow.
WILBY AFFILIATE PROGRAM
To accelerate its international expansion, the company has implemented a strategically
designed affiliate program for web entrepreneurs who wish to become involved in marketing
WILBY.TV in their area. For more information on the Wilby affiliate program, visit:
http://wilby.tv/visite/en/affiliates.html
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Wilby Inc. was founded in 2010 by three Canadian fathers, David Banford, Jimmy Bouchard
and Rejean Gauthier, who wanted to offer positive and educational entertainment to their
children.
For additional information, to arrange an interview or for a presentation of the
product, please contact: medias@wilby.tv
To download visual content (photos and images) in connection with this media release,
please visit the following page: http://wilby.tv/visite/en/medias.html
To learn all about the Universe of WILBY(TM) in just 2 minutes:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v¿E-eLti82E
Official website: http://www.wilby.tv
For further information: David Banford, +1(418)559-9918
Source: WILBY.TV
LONDON, May 2, 2012/PRNewswire/ --
With already thousands of members from 20 different countries, WILBY.TV today
officially launched its English version in Europe. "The Universe of WILBY(TM)" is a fun,
educational and 100% safe online social universe for children and their family, available
free at http://www.wilby.tv
ABOUT THE UNIVERSE OF WILBY(TM)
Founded by three entrepreneurs and fathers concerned about Internet use among young
people, and education at school and in the home, "The Universe of WILBY(TM)" is an online
social universe helping children six and older and families around the world to flourish
and grow healthily by offering effective personal development tools and a safe, fun and
educational online entertainment environment.
AN INGENIOUSLY DESIGNED SOCIAL UNIVERSE FOR CHILDREN
"The Universe of Wilby(TM)" is designed for children aged 6 to 12 years. With parental
support, its young members can create their own avatars, express themselves, communicate,
learn other languages, earn points, watch videos, post their accomplishments, earn rewards
and participate in multiplayer educational games already played in over 20,000 primary
schools. This online world also offers an educational animated TV series where the main
character, a ten year old boy named Wilby, experiences the daily realities of today's
children and tells his stories to correspondents who write to him from around the world.
A MORE CONSTRUCTIVE ALTERNATIVE
For parents, WILBY.TV represents a great alternative to other virtual worlds such
clubpenguin.com, barbie.com and moshimonsters.com. Although very entertaining, they do not
compare in the strength of educational and constructive support offered by "The Universe
of Wilby(TM)".
A GROWING SOCIAL MOVEMENT FOR THE POSITIVE DEVELOPMENT OF YOUTH
Available for only a few months in French, WILBY.TV already has thousands of active
members from around the world and its popularity is growing every day! Adaptations in
Spanish and Mandarin will be available in the coming months. "The Universe of WILBY(TM)"
is much more than an online world! It's actually a fast growing social movement rallying
children and families worldwide around a common cause: the positive development of the
youth of today and tomorrow.
WILBY AFFILIATE PROGRAM
To accelerate its international expansion, the company has implemented a strategically
designed affiliate program for web entrepreneurs who wish to become involved in marketing
WILBY.TV in their area. For more information on the Wilby affiliate program, visit:
http://wilby.tv/visite/en/affiliates.html
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Wilby Inc. was founded in 2010 by three Canadian fathers, David Banford, Jimmy Bouchard
and Rejean Gauthier, who wanted to offer positive and educational entertainment to their
children.
For additional information, to arrange an interview or for a presentation of the
product, please contact: medias@wilby.tv
To download visual content (photos and images) in connection with this media release,
please visit the following page: http://wilby.tv/visite/en/medias.html
To learn all about the Universe of WILBY(TM) in just 2 minutes:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v¿E-eLti82E
Official website: http://www.wilby.tv
For further information: David Banford, +1(418)559-9918
Source: WILBY.TV
Creaform Unveils Expanded and Enhanced MetraSCAN 3D Optical CMM Scanners Line-Up
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on May 2, 2012 at 2:07:01 AM
Creaform Unveils Expanded and Enhanced MetraSCAN 3D Optical CMM Scanners Line-Up
LÉVIS, Quebec, May 2, 2012/PRNewswire/ --
Newcomers to be introduced at the CONTROL tradeshow next week in Germany
Creaform [http://www.creaform3d.com/en/default.aspx ], leader in portable 3D
measurement technologies [http://www.creaform3d.com/en/products.aspx ], is proud to unveil
its new line-up of MetraSCAN 3D optical CMM scanners - the most accurate 3D scanners for
demanding quality control and reverse engineering applications.
The MetraSCAN 3D optical CMM Scanners
The MetraSCAN 3D scanners are the most accurate scanning solutions on the market,
whether in lab or on the shop floor. Like Creaform's entire portfolio of measuring
technologies, the MetraSCAN 3D are easy to master and use, and they take only a few
minutes to set up. Featuring Creaform's TRUaccuracy technology, the MetraSCAN 3D ensure
highly-accurate dimensional surface measurements
[http://www.creaform3d.com/en/metrascan/default.aspx ], regardless of the measurement
environment (instability, vibrations, thermal variations, etc.) or operator skills.
The combination of a MetraSCAN 3D CMM scanner and a HandyPROBE arm-free CMM makes for
a complete and powerful measurement system for points and surfaces, and enable geometrical
and freeform inspection on the same part, with the same system.
What's New
The new MetraSCAN 3D handheld scanners are now offered in two versions:
- The MetraSCAN 70 offers optimal resolution. It is ideal for projects where
geometrical feature definition is key, such as sheet metal and tooling inspection.
- The MetraSCAN 210 offers increased measurement speed. Its increased stand-off
and depth of field make for enhanced scanning flexibility. It is ideal for large
surface metrology and large-scale reverse engineering.
- Both 3D scanners feature the same accuracy and they have been fitted with a
new light carbon structure.
"We believe that this expanded and enhanced MetraSCAN line-up fits the needs of our
customers now more closely when it comes to quality control or reverse engineering
applications, said Jean-François Larue, product director. What's more, we integrated the
know-how acquired on the technology since the launch of the first generation of MetraSCAN
in 2010. Among all the inspection systems available on the market, the MetraSCAN 3D
scanners remain best at increasing the reliability, speed and versatility of the
measurement process."
The new devices will be presented to the public for the first time during the CONTROL
tradeshow in Stuttgart, Germany, from May 8 to 11 (hall 5, booth 5108).
About Creaform
Creaform develops, manufactures and sells 3D portable measurement technologies and
specializes in 3D engineering services. The company offers innovative solutions that cover
the entire range of 3D applications, including 3D scanning, reverse engineering, advanced
surfacing, inspection and numerical simulation. Its products and services are intended for
industries such as the automotive, aerospace, 3D body measurement, consumer products,
heavy industries, manufacturing, power generation and research & education.
Creaform has developed and sells the Handyscan 3D portable, self-positioning 3D
scanners [http://www.creaform3d.com/en/handyscan3d/products/default.aspx?v=a ], along with
the HandyPROBE arm-free portable CMM
[http://www.creaform3d.com/en/handyprobe/handyprobe.aspx ] and the MetraSCAN 3D optical CMM
scanners [http://www.creaform3d.com/en/metrascan/default.aspx ]. The company also brings
photogrammetry [http://www.creaform3d.com/en/maxshot3d/default.aspx ] to all its
technologies with the MaxSHOT 3D optical coordinate measuring system
[http://www.creaform3d.com/en/maxshot3d/default.aspx ]. Moreover, the company offers the
Creaform 3D Body Digitizers [http://www.creaform3d.com/en/products/equipment ].
Creaform reached C$37.5 million in sales in 2011. The company employs more than 300
people worldwide, and has offices in Québec City, Montréal, the United States, France,
Germany, China, India and Japan. The company's head office and Quebec-based offices are
9001 : 2008 ISO certified.
For further information:
Press Room: http://pressroom.creaform3d.com
Contact:
Isabelle Roy
Communications
+1-418-833-4446, ext. 217
isabelle.roy@creaform3d.com
http://www.creaform3d.com
Source: Creaform
LÉVIS, Quebec, May 2, 2012/PRNewswire/ --
Newcomers to be introduced at the CONTROL tradeshow next week in Germany
Creaform [http://www.creaform3d.com/en/default.aspx ], leader in portable 3D
measurement technologies [http://www.creaform3d.com/en/products.aspx ], is proud to unveil
its new line-up of MetraSCAN 3D optical CMM scanners - the most accurate 3D scanners for
demanding quality control and reverse engineering applications.
The MetraSCAN 3D optical CMM Scanners
The MetraSCAN 3D scanners are the most accurate scanning solutions on the market,
whether in lab or on the shop floor. Like Creaform's entire portfolio of measuring
technologies, the MetraSCAN 3D are easy to master and use, and they take only a few
minutes to set up. Featuring Creaform's TRUaccuracy technology, the MetraSCAN 3D ensure
highly-accurate dimensional surface measurements
[http://www.creaform3d.com/en/metrascan/default.aspx ], regardless of the measurement
environment (instability, vibrations, thermal variations, etc.) or operator skills.
The combination of a MetraSCAN 3D CMM scanner and a HandyPROBE arm-free CMM makes for
a complete and powerful measurement system for points and surfaces, and enable geometrical
and freeform inspection on the same part, with the same system.
What's New
The new MetraSCAN 3D handheld scanners are now offered in two versions:
- The MetraSCAN 70 offers optimal resolution. It is ideal for projects where
geometrical feature definition is key, such as sheet metal and tooling inspection.
- The MetraSCAN 210 offers increased measurement speed. Its increased stand-off
and depth of field make for enhanced scanning flexibility. It is ideal for large
surface metrology and large-scale reverse engineering.
- Both 3D scanners feature the same accuracy and they have been fitted with a
new light carbon structure.
"We believe that this expanded and enhanced MetraSCAN line-up fits the needs of our
customers now more closely when it comes to quality control or reverse engineering
applications, said Jean-François Larue, product director. What's more, we integrated the
know-how acquired on the technology since the launch of the first generation of MetraSCAN
in 2010. Among all the inspection systems available on the market, the MetraSCAN 3D
scanners remain best at increasing the reliability, speed and versatility of the
measurement process."
The new devices will be presented to the public for the first time during the CONTROL
tradeshow in Stuttgart, Germany, from May 8 to 11 (hall 5, booth 5108).
About Creaform
Creaform develops, manufactures and sells 3D portable measurement technologies and
specializes in 3D engineering services. The company offers innovative solutions that cover
the entire range of 3D applications, including 3D scanning, reverse engineering, advanced
surfacing, inspection and numerical simulation. Its products and services are intended for
industries such as the automotive, aerospace, 3D body measurement, consumer products,
heavy industries, manufacturing, power generation and research & education.
Creaform has developed and sells the Handyscan 3D portable, self-positioning 3D
scanners [http://www.creaform3d.com/en/handyscan3d/products/default.aspx?v=a ], along with
the HandyPROBE arm-free portable CMM
[http://www.creaform3d.com/en/handyprobe/handyprobe.aspx ] and the MetraSCAN 3D optical CMM
scanners [http://www.creaform3d.com/en/metrascan/default.aspx ]. The company also brings
photogrammetry [http://www.creaform3d.com/en/maxshot3d/default.aspx ] to all its
technologies with the MaxSHOT 3D optical coordinate measuring system
[http://www.creaform3d.com/en/maxshot3d/default.aspx ]. Moreover, the company offers the
Creaform 3D Body Digitizers [http://www.creaform3d.com/en/products/equipment ].
Creaform reached C$37.5 million in sales in 2011. The company employs more than 300
people worldwide, and has offices in Québec City, Montréal, the United States, France,
Germany, China, India and Japan. The company's head office and Quebec-based offices are
9001 : 2008 ISO certified.
For further information:
Press Room: http://pressroom.creaform3d.com
Contact:
Isabelle Roy
Communications
+1-418-833-4446, ext. 217
isabelle.roy@creaform3d.com
http://www.creaform3d.com
Source: Creaform
Beginners Guide to FX Trading with City Index
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on May 2, 2012 at 1:07:01 AM
Beginners Guide to FX Trading with City Index
LONDON, May 2, 2012/PRNewswire/ --
Trading forex is the act of simultaneously buying one currency while selling another
for the purpose of speculation. As one of the world's most traded markets, it has an
average turnover in excess of US$4 trillion daily, which when compared to the New York
Stock Exchange - whose turnover is typically around US$50 billion daily - you can see how
popular this particular market really is.
Trade the Opportunity 24-Hours a Day
Investors choosing to trade forex can benefit from accessing the market 24-hours a
day. This is one of the key reasons that the forex markets are so popular with an array of
traders, as it offers them the exposure they so desire.
As a global currency market, it trades from Sunday evening through to Friday night,
following the clock where it then opens on Monday morning in Wellington, New Zealand;
progressing to Asia - spearheaded out of Singapore and Tokyo, before moving to London
coming to a close New York on Friday night.
Forex Leverage
As a leveraged product, investors require depositing only a small percentage of the
full value of their position. In turn, this means that the potential for both profits -
and losses - is significantly higher than in more conventional forms of trading.
Influencers: Forex Prices
Some of the key factors that influence forex prices are:
- Political and economic stability
- Monetary Policy
- Currency intervention
- Natural disasters (earthquakes, tsunamis etc)
Summary
Forex trading with City Index
[http://www.cityindex.co.uk/forex-trading/start-forex-trading.aspx ] opens up multiple
opportunities for traders wanting exposure to the largest financial market in the world.
In addition, trading forex offers a level of diversification, necessary to protecting
against adverse movements in both the equity and bond markets.
It is important to remember; trading on margin carries high risk and the possibility
exists that you could lose some or all of your investments, including your initial
deposits, making it unsuitable for some investors.
About City Index:
Today more and more individual traders are discovering the benefits of derivatives,
and many of them are discovering them through a City Index trading platform.
As a group, we transact in excess of 1.5 million trades every month in over 50
countries. We provide access to a wide range of instruments including margined foreign
exchange, CFDs and, in the UK, financial spread betting
[http://www.cityindex.co.uk/spread-betting ].
We constantly look to improve the performance of our platforms and expand our range of
services. The result is our customers benefit from innovative trading tools with
transparent pricing, competitive spreads, and a high standard of customer support. Visit
http://www.cityindex.co.uk for details.
Source: City Index
Joshua Raymond, City Index, +44(0)20-7107-7002, joshua.raymond@cityindex.co.uk
LONDON, May 2, 2012/PRNewswire/ --
Trading forex is the act of simultaneously buying one currency while selling another
for the purpose of speculation. As one of the world's most traded markets, it has an
average turnover in excess of US$4 trillion daily, which when compared to the New York
Stock Exchange - whose turnover is typically around US$50 billion daily - you can see how
popular this particular market really is.
Trade the Opportunity 24-Hours a Day
Investors choosing to trade forex can benefit from accessing the market 24-hours a
day. This is one of the key reasons that the forex markets are so popular with an array of
traders, as it offers them the exposure they so desire.
As a global currency market, it trades from Sunday evening through to Friday night,
following the clock where it then opens on Monday morning in Wellington, New Zealand;
progressing to Asia - spearheaded out of Singapore and Tokyo, before moving to London
coming to a close New York on Friday night.
Forex Leverage
As a leveraged product, investors require depositing only a small percentage of the
full value of their position. In turn, this means that the potential for both profits -
and losses - is significantly higher than in more conventional forms of trading.
Influencers: Forex Prices
Some of the key factors that influence forex prices are:
- Political and economic stability
- Monetary Policy
- Currency intervention
- Natural disasters (earthquakes, tsunamis etc)
Summary
Forex trading with City Index
[http://www.cityindex.co.uk/forex-trading/start-forex-trading.aspx ] opens up multiple
opportunities for traders wanting exposure to the largest financial market in the world.
In addition, trading forex offers a level of diversification, necessary to protecting
against adverse movements in both the equity and bond markets.
It is important to remember; trading on margin carries high risk and the possibility
exists that you could lose some or all of your investments, including your initial
deposits, making it unsuitable for some investors.
About City Index:
Today more and more individual traders are discovering the benefits of derivatives,
and many of them are discovering them through a City Index trading platform.
As a group, we transact in excess of 1.5 million trades every month in over 50
countries. We provide access to a wide range of instruments including margined foreign
exchange, CFDs and, in the UK, financial spread betting
[http://www.cityindex.co.uk/spread-betting ].
We constantly look to improve the performance of our platforms and expand our range of
services. The result is our customers benefit from innovative trading tools with
transparent pricing, competitive spreads, and a high standard of customer support. Visit
http://www.cityindex.co.uk for details.
Source: City Index
Joshua Raymond, City Index, +44(0)20-7107-7002, joshua.raymond@cityindex.co.uk
May 1, 2012
Staten Island's FDR Boardwalk Turns On Free AT&T Wi-Fi
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on May 1, 2012 at 11:07:01 PM
Staten Island's FDR Boardwalk Turns On Free AT&T Wi-Fi
Park is 21st NYC Location to Benefit from Wi-Fi in the Parks Initiative
NEW YORK, May 2, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Staten Island's FDR Boardwalk is the 21st New York City park location to turn on free AT&T* Wi-Fi service. The company announced a partnership with the Bloomberg Administration last June to offer the service in parks across the five boroughs. The wildly popular initiative, which even in the off-season has seen parks visitors making more than 4,000 connections per day, allows any Wi-Fi enabled smartphone and tablet user to connect to the AT&T Wi-Fi network.
The announcement comes on the heels of AT&T turning on 4G LTE service in the borough, bringing even faster mobile Internet speeds for Staten Island customers with 4G LTE smartphones and tablets.**
"Between new AT&T 4G LTE service and now free Wi-Fi at the FDR Boardwalk, we are committed to keeping Staten Island residents connected, whether at home, at work or in the parks," said Tom DeVito, AT&T vice president and general manager for New York and New Jersey. "We look forward to bringing even more parks online with AT&T Wi-Fi in the coming months so that more smartphone and tablet users can take advantage of this service as we head into the summer."
"I am pleased that Staten Islanders will now be able to access Wi-Fi service along our South Beach Boardwalk and Beach area thanks to AT&T, and I commend Mayor Bloomberg and former DoITT Commissioner Carole Post for their leadership on this initiative throughout New York City," said Staten Island Borough President James Molinaro.
The launch is part of a five-year digital initiative with Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg and the City of New York to provide free Wi-Fi at 26 locations in 20 New York City parks across the five boroughs. In addition to FDR Boardwalk, New Yorkers can now access free AT&T Wi-Fi at many other park locations across all five boroughs including:
-- Herbert Von King Park
-- McCarren Park Field House
-- Pier 1 and Pier 6 at Brooklyn Bridge Park
-- Prospect Park Picnic House
-- Astoria Park
-- Tompkins Square Park
-- Marcus Garvey Park
-- Clove Lakes Park
-- Battery Bosque and Ferry Landing at Battery Park
-- Thomas Jefferson Park
-- Joyce Kilmer Park
-- Mineral Springs, Tavern on the Green, Rumsey Playfield and Central Park
in Central Park
-- Devoe Park
-- Fort Greene Park
-- MacDonald Park
AT&T operates the nation's largest Wi-Fi network*** with nearly 30,000 AT&T Wi-Fi Hot Spots at popular restaurants, hotels, bookstores and retailers, including more than 650 hotspot locations in New York's five boroughs.
For more information on AT&T Wi-Fi locations and instructions on how to connect, visit AT&T Wi-Fi Access.
*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.
** Limited 4G LTE availability in select markets. Deployment ongoing. 4G LTE device and data plan required. LTE is a trademark of ETSI. Learn more about 4G LTE at att.com/network.
*** Largest based on company branded and operated hotspots. Access includes AT&T Wi-Fi Basic. A Wi-Fi enabled device required. Other restrictions apply. See http://www.attwifi.com for details and locations.
About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) is a premier communications holding company and one of the most honored companies in the world. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's largest 4G network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet, voice and cloud-based services. A leader in mobile Internet, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide of any U.S. carrier, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verse® and AT&T ?DIRECTV brands. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world. In domestic markets, AT&T Advertising Solutions and AT&T Interactive are known for their leadership in local search and advertising.
Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com. This AT&T news release and other announcements are available at http://www.att.com/newsroom and as part of an RSS feed at http://www.att.com/rss. Or follow our news on Twitter at @ATT.
© 2012 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. Mobile broadband not available in all areas. AT&T, the AT&T logo and all other marks contained herein are trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property and/or AT&T affiliated companies. All other marks contained herein are the property of their respective owners.
Cautionary Language Concerning Forward-Looking Statements
Information set forth in this news release contains financial estimates and other forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results may differ materially. A discussion of factors that may affect future results is contained in AT&T's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. AT&T disclaims any obligation to update or revise statements contained in this news release based on new information or otherwise.
SOURCE AT&T Inc.
AT&T Inc.
CONTACT: Kerri Lyon, +1-917-348-2191, klyon@skdknick.com
Park is 21st NYC Location to Benefit from Wi-Fi in the Parks Initiative
NEW YORK, May 2, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Staten Island's FDR Boardwalk is the 21st New York City park location to turn on free AT&T* Wi-Fi service. The company announced a partnership with the Bloomberg Administration last June to offer the service in parks across the five boroughs. The wildly popular initiative, which even in the off-season has seen parks visitors making more than 4,000 connections per day, allows any Wi-Fi enabled smartphone and tablet user to connect to the AT&T Wi-Fi network.
The announcement comes on the heels of AT&T turning on 4G LTE service in the borough, bringing even faster mobile Internet speeds for Staten Island customers with 4G LTE smartphones and tablets.**
"Between new AT&T 4G LTE service and now free Wi-Fi at the FDR Boardwalk, we are committed to keeping Staten Island residents connected, whether at home, at work or in the parks," said Tom DeVito, AT&T vice president and general manager for New York and New Jersey. "We look forward to bringing even more parks online with AT&T Wi-Fi in the coming months so that more smartphone and tablet users can take advantage of this service as we head into the summer."
"I am pleased that Staten Islanders will now be able to access Wi-Fi service along our South Beach Boardwalk and Beach area thanks to AT&T, and I commend Mayor Bloomberg and former DoITT Commissioner Carole Post for their leadership on this initiative throughout New York City," said Staten Island Borough President James Molinaro.
The launch is part of a five-year digital initiative with Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg and the City of New York to provide free Wi-Fi at 26 locations in 20 New York City parks across the five boroughs. In addition to FDR Boardwalk, New Yorkers can now access free AT&T Wi-Fi at many other park locations across all five boroughs including:
-- Herbert Von King Park
-- McCarren Park Field House
-- Pier 1 and Pier 6 at Brooklyn Bridge Park
-- Prospect Park Picnic House
-- Astoria Park
-- Tompkins Square Park
-- Marcus Garvey Park
-- Clove Lakes Park
-- Battery Bosque and Ferry Landing at Battery Park
-- Thomas Jefferson Park
-- Joyce Kilmer Park
-- Mineral Springs, Tavern on the Green, Rumsey Playfield and Central Park
in Central Park
-- Devoe Park
-- Fort Greene Park
-- MacDonald Park
AT&T operates the nation's largest Wi-Fi network*** with nearly 30,000 AT&T Wi-Fi Hot Spots at popular restaurants, hotels, bookstores and retailers, including more than 650 hotspot locations in New York's five boroughs.
For more information on AT&T Wi-Fi locations and instructions on how to connect, visit AT&T Wi-Fi Access.
*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.
** Limited 4G LTE availability in select markets. Deployment ongoing. 4G LTE device and data plan required. LTE is a trademark of ETSI. Learn more about 4G LTE at att.com/network.
*** Largest based on company branded and operated hotspots. Access includes AT&T Wi-Fi Basic. A Wi-Fi enabled device required. Other restrictions apply. See http://www.attwifi.com for details and locations.
About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) is a premier communications holding company and one of the most honored companies in the world. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's largest 4G network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet, voice and cloud-based services. A leader in mobile Internet, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide of any U.S. carrier, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verse® and AT&T ?DIRECTV brands. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world. In domestic markets, AT&T Advertising Solutions and AT&T Interactive are known for their leadership in local search and advertising.
Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com. This AT&T news release and other announcements are available at http://www.att.com/newsroom and as part of an RSS feed at http://www.att.com/rss. Or follow our news on Twitter at @ATT.
© 2012 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. Mobile broadband not available in all areas. AT&T, the AT&T logo and all other marks contained herein are trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property and/or AT&T affiliated companies. All other marks contained herein are the property of their respective owners.
Cautionary Language Concerning Forward-Looking Statements
Information set forth in this news release contains financial estimates and other forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results may differ materially. A discussion of factors that may affect future results is contained in AT&T's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. AT&T disclaims any obligation to update or revise statements contained in this news release based on new information or otherwise.
SOURCE AT&T Inc.
AT&T Inc.
CONTACT: Kerri Lyon, +1-917-348-2191, klyon@skdknick.com
Spare Backup to Open Turkish Market for Mobile Backup, Security and Parental Controls
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on May 1, 2012 at 6:49:01 PM
Spare Backup to Open Turkish Market for Mobile Backup, Security and Parental Controls
Targeting Major Warrantee and Insurance Providers as well as Large Mobile Telco's Servicing More Than 60 Million Turkish Mobile Phone Customers
MINDEN, Nev., May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Spare Backup, Inc. (OTCBB: SPBU), a carrier and manufacturer agnostic provider of data backup and security software for smartphones, tablets and PCs, announced today that it has expanded the territory of one of its major European distribution partners to include the country of Turkey. Spare Backup and its partner have targeted major warrantee and insurance providers as well as large mobile telecommunications companies servicing the more than 60 million mobile customers in Turkey.
Mobile usage in Turkey is now widespread and still growing. Mobile phone subscribers increased to more than 60 million in 2011, including about 20 million 3G subscribers. As the mobile revolution in that country continues, the overall mobile penetration rate is estimated to reach 95 percent in 2013, with the biggest gains expected to be in smartphones. The high consumption levels indicated by these statistics have gained Turkey significant international attention in the past few years.
Spare Backup is working with its distribution partner to swiftly solidify relationships with the largest service providers in this segment to enable them to offer Spare's mobile backup, security and parental controls to their respective mobile customers through various product offerings beginning as early as the third quarter of 2012.
Cery Perle, CEO of Spare Backup, said, "As we expand our global footprint, which includes a progressive rollout of partner product launches in North America and Europe, it is important for us to also develop strategic relationships in emerging mobile markets. Turkey is a country where Internet and mobile use is exploding and we intend to capitalize on this growth through partnerships with key mobile service providers to gain an early foothold and become the leading provider of mobile backup and security services in Turkey."
About Spare Backup, Inc.
Spare Backup, Inc. (http://sparebackup.com/) is a leading provider of data backup and security software for smartphones, tablets and PCs. Spare Backup's software enables consumers and small to medium sized businesses to easily protect valuable computer and mobile data quickly, automatically and cost-effectively. Spare Backup software intelligently selects, secures and stores personal and business content on a continuous basis or according to the schedule of the user's choice. It also allows for the integration of that content across various devices and provides enhanced security features to protect valuable data on any lost or stolen devices. Spare Backup software is the first totally automated cloud-based backup service that is distributed on a stand-alone or private label basis through major retail and warrantee service partners in North America and Europe.
Safe Harbor Statement
The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 provides a safe harbor for forward-looking information made on the company's behalf. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, which address the company's expectations of sources of capital or which express the company's expectation for the future with respect to financial performance or operating strategies can be identified as forward-looking statements. Such statements made by the company are based on knowledge of the environment in which it operates, but because of the possibility of unknown factors, as well as other factors beyond the control of the company, actual results may differ materially from the expectations expressed in the forward-looking statement. An investment in our common stock involves a significant degree of risk. You should not invest in our common stock unless you can afford to lose your entire investment. You should consider carefully all risk factors and other information in our annual report and quarterly filings before deciding to invest in our common stock. If any of the following risks and uncertainties develops into actual events, our business, financial condition or results of operations could be materially adversely affected and you could lose your entire investment in our company.
Forward Looking Statements:
This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties, including statements regarding the outlook of the Company's business and results of operations. By nature, these risks and uncertainties could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated. Generally speaking, any statements using terms such as "will," "expect," "anticipate," or "may," or which otherwise predict or address future results or events, are likely to contain forward-looking statements. It is important to note that actual results may differ materially from what is indicated in any forward-looking statement. Readers should consider any forward-looking statements in light of factors that could cause actual results to vary. These factors are described in Spare Backups filings with the SEC, and readers should refer to those filings, including Risk Factors described in those filings, in connection with any forward-looking statements. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
Investor Contact:
Kevin Fickle, President
NUWA Group, LLC
415.525.8275 kevin@nuwagroup.com
SOURCE Spare Backup, Inc.
Spare Backup, Inc.
Web Site: http://sparebackup.com
Targeting Major Warrantee and Insurance Providers as well as Large Mobile Telco's Servicing More Than 60 Million Turkish Mobile Phone Customers
MINDEN, Nev., May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Spare Backup, Inc. (OTCBB: SPBU), a carrier and manufacturer agnostic provider of data backup and security software for smartphones, tablets and PCs, announced today that it has expanded the territory of one of its major European distribution partners to include the country of Turkey. Spare Backup and its partner have targeted major warrantee and insurance providers as well as large mobile telecommunications companies servicing the more than 60 million mobile customers in Turkey.
Mobile usage in Turkey is now widespread and still growing. Mobile phone subscribers increased to more than 60 million in 2011, including about 20 million 3G subscribers. As the mobile revolution in that country continues, the overall mobile penetration rate is estimated to reach 95 percent in 2013, with the biggest gains expected to be in smartphones. The high consumption levels indicated by these statistics have gained Turkey significant international attention in the past few years.
Spare Backup is working with its distribution partner to swiftly solidify relationships with the largest service providers in this segment to enable them to offer Spare's mobile backup, security and parental controls to their respective mobile customers through various product offerings beginning as early as the third quarter of 2012.
Cery Perle, CEO of Spare Backup, said, "As we expand our global footprint, which includes a progressive rollout of partner product launches in North America and Europe, it is important for us to also develop strategic relationships in emerging mobile markets. Turkey is a country where Internet and mobile use is exploding and we intend to capitalize on this growth through partnerships with key mobile service providers to gain an early foothold and become the leading provider of mobile backup and security services in Turkey."
About Spare Backup, Inc.
Spare Backup, Inc. (http://sparebackup.com/) is a leading provider of data backup and security software for smartphones, tablets and PCs. Spare Backup's software enables consumers and small to medium sized businesses to easily protect valuable computer and mobile data quickly, automatically and cost-effectively. Spare Backup software intelligently selects, secures and stores personal and business content on a continuous basis or according to the schedule of the user's choice. It also allows for the integration of that content across various devices and provides enhanced security features to protect valuable data on any lost or stolen devices. Spare Backup software is the first totally automated cloud-based backup service that is distributed on a stand-alone or private label basis through major retail and warrantee service partners in North America and Europe.
Safe Harbor Statement
The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 provides a safe harbor for forward-looking information made on the company's behalf. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, which address the company's expectations of sources of capital or which express the company's expectation for the future with respect to financial performance or operating strategies can be identified as forward-looking statements. Such statements made by the company are based on knowledge of the environment in which it operates, but because of the possibility of unknown factors, as well as other factors beyond the control of the company, actual results may differ materially from the expectations expressed in the forward-looking statement. An investment in our common stock involves a significant degree of risk. You should not invest in our common stock unless you can afford to lose your entire investment. You should consider carefully all risk factors and other information in our annual report and quarterly filings before deciding to invest in our common stock. If any of the following risks and uncertainties develops into actual events, our business, financial condition or results of operations could be materially adversely affected and you could lose your entire investment in our company.
Forward Looking Statements:
This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties, including statements regarding the outlook of the Company's business and results of operations. By nature, these risks and uncertainties could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated. Generally speaking, any statements using terms such as "will," "expect," "anticipate," or "may," or which otherwise predict or address future results or events, are likely to contain forward-looking statements. It is important to note that actual results may differ materially from what is indicated in any forward-looking statement. Readers should consider any forward-looking statements in light of factors that could cause actual results to vary. These factors are described in Spare Backups filings with the SEC, and readers should refer to those filings, including Risk Factors described in those filings, in connection with any forward-looking statements. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
Investor Contact:
Kevin Fickle, President
NUWA Group, LLC
415.525.8275 kevin@nuwagroup.com
SOURCE Spare Backup, Inc.
Spare Backup, Inc.
Web Site: http://sparebackup.com
Sell Anything On Pinterest With Pin2Sell
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on May 1, 2012 at 4:49:01 PM
Sell Anything On Pinterest With Pin2Sell
Pin2Sell.com is a newly launched site that allows anyone with a PayPal account to create purchasable products and post them directly on Pinterest.
CHICAGO, May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Pin2Sell.com, a new site that allows anyone with a PayPal account to create purchasable products and post them directly on Pinterest, launched on April 20. Created by Clique Studios, an interactive and eCommerce agency based in Chicago, the service is completely free and enables users to sell items without signing up for any additional services.
With over 10 million users, Pinterest's base is intensely loyal, spending 88 minutes bookmarking every day. They are also social, driving more third-party traffic than Google, LinkedIn and YouTube combined.
"It just seems like the perfect place for social commerce," said Ted Novak. "Pin2Sell makes it incredibly easy and integrated. Just take a picture, enter the price and your PayPal account, and your Pin can be purchased by anybody who is interested in it."
A growing market, social commerce is expected to reach $30 billion in annual sales by 2015. Etsy, a peer-to-peer site for vintage and handmade products, reported $62.8 million in goods sold and 1.35 billion pageviews in March 2012 alone.
"As an eCommerce agency, we see the trends on social commerce and the loyalty that exists on Pinterest. It just seemed like there needed to be a solution, so we came up with Pin2Sell," says Derek Nelson, Clique's Creative Director. "When testing, our test pins would be up for less than a minute, and almost each one was re-pinned by a complete stranger by the time we deleted them."
Pin2Sell is available now for free at Pin2Sell.com.
About Clique Studios
CLIQUE is a digital design and marketing agency based in Chicago. Specializing in creating beautiful, compelling websites for great businesses, ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies, Clique's work has garnered 1,000,000's of hits, and been featured across mediums, including People Magazine, Lucky Magazine, NBC, ABC, various design showcases, and much more.
http://www.cliquestudios.com
SOURCE Clique Studios
Clique Studios
CONTACT: Ted Novak, Managing Director, Clique Studios, LLC, +1-312-379-9329
Web Site: http://www.pin2sell.com
Pin2Sell.com is a newly launched site that allows anyone with a PayPal account to create purchasable products and post them directly on Pinterest.
CHICAGO, May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Pin2Sell.com, a new site that allows anyone with a PayPal account to create purchasable products and post them directly on Pinterest, launched on April 20. Created by Clique Studios, an interactive and eCommerce agency based in Chicago, the service is completely free and enables users to sell items without signing up for any additional services.
With over 10 million users, Pinterest's base is intensely loyal, spending 88 minutes bookmarking every day. They are also social, driving more third-party traffic than Google, LinkedIn and YouTube combined.
"It just seems like the perfect place for social commerce," said Ted Novak. "Pin2Sell makes it incredibly easy and integrated. Just take a picture, enter the price and your PayPal account, and your Pin can be purchased by anybody who is interested in it."
A growing market, social commerce is expected to reach $30 billion in annual sales by 2015. Etsy, a peer-to-peer site for vintage and handmade products, reported $62.8 million in goods sold and 1.35 billion pageviews in March 2012 alone.
"As an eCommerce agency, we see the trends on social commerce and the loyalty that exists on Pinterest. It just seemed like there needed to be a solution, so we came up with Pin2Sell," says Derek Nelson, Clique's Creative Director. "When testing, our test pins would be up for less than a minute, and almost each one was re-pinned by a complete stranger by the time we deleted them."
Pin2Sell is available now for free at Pin2Sell.com.
About Clique Studios
CLIQUE is a digital design and marketing agency based in Chicago. Specializing in creating beautiful, compelling websites for great businesses, ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies, Clique's work has garnered 1,000,000's of hits, and been featured across mediums, including People Magazine, Lucky Magazine, NBC, ABC, various design showcases, and much more.
http://www.cliquestudios.com
SOURCE Clique Studios
Clique Studios
CONTACT: Ted Novak, Managing Director, Clique Studios, LLC, +1-312-379-9329
Web Site: http://www.pin2sell.com
Klick Health Launches Suite of iPad Tools for Sales Reps - iCONNECT(TM)
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on May 1, 2012 at 4:21:01 PM
Klick Health Launches Suite of iPad Tools for Sales Reps - iCONNECT(TM)
TORONTO, May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ - Today Klick Health revolutionizes
pharmaceutical field sales with the launch of iCONNECT(TM), a full suite
of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) iOS apps backed by a rock-solid cloud
server. iCONNECT(TM) is designed to meet the marketing, operations, and
learning and training needs of all your sales reps. From shrinking
sales forces to an increasing desire for digital content, this
sophisticated and intuitive suite addresses all of the major concerns
facing field sales forces. iCONNECT(TM) is the largest product launch in
Klick Health's 15 year history.
Check out this full suite of apps (http://klick.com/apps) and make every rep as good as your best rep with iCONNECT(TM).
iCONNECT(TM) is the latest iteration of Klick's Connect suite of marketing,
training, and sales tools, which has been effectively serving the
pharma community for the past five years. Connect has been implemented
in hundreds of projects for the top twenty pharma companies across
North America.
Offered in the full suite of iCONNECT(TM) apps are the following tools:
-- iCONNECT Enhance(TM), a sophisticated, interactive visual
aid that supports reps and enhances their ability to deliver
valuable information incorporating both visuals and gestures.
-- iCONNECT Relate(TM), a complete CRM integration app that
supports day-to-day tasks, customized company-specific tools
and forms, and advanced pre-call planning.
-- iCONNECT Advance(TM), a continuous learning and training
portal that advances your reps' success (as well as meeting all
of the needs articulated in your RFP -- see below).
-- iCONNECT Gather(TM), a friendly and streamlined meeting
companion for POAs that provides full pre/during/post support
to prepare/navigate/retain.
-- iCONNECT Read(TM), a comfortable and regulatory compliant
eReader that can handle everything from beautiful static
content to rich media and interactive widgets.
-- iCONNECT View(TM), an on-demand slideshow tool for cost
effective delivery of PowerPoint decks in a safe and secure
fashion.
-- iCONNECT Refer(TM), a complete document library and
management solution for providing reps with up-to-date
reference material that can be easily added, removed, and
updated from their iPads.
-- iCONNECT Send(TM), a fast and focused eForm system with
signature capture that can be easily customized to support all
manner of forms completed and submitted from reps' iPads.
These native iOS apps are backed by a highly secure and flexible
cloud-based web administration portal, providing content management,
business rule configuration, user and group-based access control, and
integration with legacy CRM, LMS, and LDAP systems.
Klick Health's exciting launch of iCONNECT(TM) introduces to pharmaceutical
companies a full suite of iPad apps which has the flexibility and
robustness to address all of your sales reps' needs while truly
bringing out the best in your reps.
Make every rep as good as your best rep with iCONNECT(TM)!
About Klick Health:
Klick Health is shaping the future of digital health!
We're the world's largest independent digital health agency. We're
laser focused on health, with 15 years' experience in over 20 disease
states, working with pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device,
diagnostics, and managed care companies.
Sure, we've got the numbers you'd expect from the world's #1, and we
keep really good company, but we're not your typical agency. We're
independent, so we can really focus on our client's business
objectives. And we're rooted in data, technology and healthcare. We've
found a way to give our clients an edge, and our growth and client
retention rate show that it's working.
Our practice areas cover the digital universe: from strategy through
user experience, creative, social, mobile, media, analytics,
instructional design, relationship marketing, app development, and web
development.
We pride ourselves in creating one of the most unique and innovative
workplaces in North America. And, others agree. Klick Health is the
sole recipient of the triple crown of the nation's most recognized
awards: Best Employers, Best Managed, and Fastest Growing Technology
Company in North America.
SOURCE Klick Health
Klick Health
CONTACT: To arrange an interview with the creator of iCONNECT(TM) or for a demonstration please visit http://klick.com/apps or contact: Jay Goldman
VP, Innovation and Emerging Channels
Phone: 416-214-4977 ext. 2045
Email: jgoldman@klick.com For media inquiries: Glen Webster
SVP, Corporate Development
Phone: 416-214-4977 ext. 2675
Email: pr@klick.com
TORONTO, May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ - Today Klick Health revolutionizes
pharmaceutical field sales with the launch of iCONNECT(TM), a full suite
of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) iOS apps backed by a rock-solid cloud
server. iCONNECT(TM) is designed to meet the marketing, operations, and
learning and training needs of all your sales reps. From shrinking
sales forces to an increasing desire for digital content, this
sophisticated and intuitive suite addresses all of the major concerns
facing field sales forces. iCONNECT(TM) is the largest product launch in
Klick Health's 15 year history.
Check out this full suite of apps (http://klick.com/apps) and make every rep as good as your best rep with iCONNECT(TM).
iCONNECT(TM) is the latest iteration of Klick's Connect suite of marketing,
training, and sales tools, which has been effectively serving the
pharma community for the past five years. Connect has been implemented
in hundreds of projects for the top twenty pharma companies across
North America.
Offered in the full suite of iCONNECT(TM) apps are the following tools:
-- iCONNECT Enhance(TM), a sophisticated, interactive visual
aid that supports reps and enhances their ability to deliver
valuable information incorporating both visuals and gestures.
-- iCONNECT Relate(TM), a complete CRM integration app that
supports day-to-day tasks, customized company-specific tools
and forms, and advanced pre-call planning.
-- iCONNECT Advance(TM), a continuous learning and training
portal that advances your reps' success (as well as meeting all
of the needs articulated in your RFP -- see below).
-- iCONNECT Gather(TM), a friendly and streamlined meeting
companion for POAs that provides full pre/during/post support
to prepare/navigate/retain.
-- iCONNECT Read(TM), a comfortable and regulatory compliant
eReader that can handle everything from beautiful static
content to rich media and interactive widgets.
-- iCONNECT View(TM), an on-demand slideshow tool for cost
effective delivery of PowerPoint decks in a safe and secure
fashion.
-- iCONNECT Refer(TM), a complete document library and
management solution for providing reps with up-to-date
reference material that can be easily added, removed, and
updated from their iPads.
-- iCONNECT Send(TM), a fast and focused eForm system with
signature capture that can be easily customized to support all
manner of forms completed and submitted from reps' iPads.
These native iOS apps are backed by a highly secure and flexible
cloud-based web administration portal, providing content management,
business rule configuration, user and group-based access control, and
integration with legacy CRM, LMS, and LDAP systems.
Klick Health's exciting launch of iCONNECT(TM) introduces to pharmaceutical
companies a full suite of iPad apps which has the flexibility and
robustness to address all of your sales reps' needs while truly
bringing out the best in your reps.
Make every rep as good as your best rep with iCONNECT(TM)!
About Klick Health:
Klick Health is shaping the future of digital health!
We're the world's largest independent digital health agency. We're
laser focused on health, with 15 years' experience in over 20 disease
states, working with pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device,
diagnostics, and managed care companies.
Sure, we've got the numbers you'd expect from the world's #1, and we
keep really good company, but we're not your typical agency. We're
independent, so we can really focus on our client's business
objectives. And we're rooted in data, technology and healthcare. We've
found a way to give our clients an edge, and our growth and client
retention rate show that it's working.
Our practice areas cover the digital universe: from strategy through
user experience, creative, social, mobile, media, analytics,
instructional design, relationship marketing, app development, and web
development.
We pride ourselves in creating one of the most unique and innovative
workplaces in North America. And, others agree. Klick Health is the
sole recipient of the triple crown of the nation's most recognized
awards: Best Employers, Best Managed, and Fastest Growing Technology
Company in North America.
SOURCE Klick Health
Klick Health
CONTACT: To arrange an interview with the creator of iCONNECT(TM) or for a demonstration please visit http://klick.com/apps or contact: Jay Goldman
VP, Innovation and Emerging Channels
Phone: 416-214-4977 ext. 2045
Email: jgoldman@klick.com For media inquiries: Glen Webster
SVP, Corporate Development
Phone: 416-214-4977 ext. 2675
Email: pr@klick.com
Teradata Aster Sponsors Big Analytics Webcast Series
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on May 1, 2012 at 3:35:01 PM
Teradata Aster Sponsors Big Analytics Webcast Series
SAN DIEGO, May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
Businesses have larger volumes of
data about their operations,
customers, prospects, influencers,
and competitors than ever before-
and this data is exploding at
exponential rates. The most
successful companies are able to
leverage both traditional and new,
multi-structured data types from
both inside and outside of the
organization.
Designed for both the business and
technical person, the 2012
Teradata Aster webcasts will
provide expert advice on how to
leverage the data using big
analytics. The speakers will offer
descriptions of available
technologies and when to use each
one. They will discuss real-world
use cases, debate the impact of
data science, and share peer-to-
peer advice on lessons learned.
Participants will gain the
practical knowledge and tools to
develop a big analytics roadmap
for their organization in order to
transform the decision-making
process and better compete and win
in the marketplace.
Interested in getting answers?
Check out the first webcast in the
series.
Title: Bridging the Gap: SQL and MapReduce
for Big Analytics
Speakers: Rick van der Lans, R20 consulting
group and Steve Wooledge, Teradata
Aster
When: May 3, 2012, 10:00 a.m., PT
Understanding how MapReduce works
and how it can be used to a
support a company's business
intelligence needs may at first
seem like a daunting task.
However, the speakers will clarify
the issues and answer the
Abstract: following questions:
1. What is MapReduce and how does
it work with structured query
language (SQL) user defined
functions (UDF), and other
analytic techniques
2. If SQL developers and business
analysts become "data scientists,"
what is the value to the
organization?
3. How can MapReduce fit into the
existing business intelligence
environment?
4. What is the best way to develop
a roadmap?
5. Do companies need specialized
data scientists to attack the big
data challenge?
Webcast Link:http://www.asterdata.com/BigAnalyticsSeries/
About Teradata Aster
The Teradata Aster MapReduce Platform is the market-leading big data analytics solution. This analytic platform embeds MapReduce analytic processing for deeper insights on new data sources and multi-structured data types to deliver analytic capabilities with breakthrough performance and scalability. Teradata's solution utilizes Aster's patented SQL-MapReduce® to parallelize the processing of data and applications and deliver rich analytic insights at scale. Companies including Barnes & Noble, Intuit, LinkedIn, and Gilt Groupe use Teradata Aster to deliver applications such as digital marketing optimization, social network and relationship analysis, and data science. Visit http://www.asterdata.com for more information.
About Teradata
Teradata Corporation (NYSE: TDC) is the world's leading analytic data solutions company, focused on integrated data warehousing, big data analytics, and business applications. Teradata's innovative products and services deliver data integration and business insight to empower organizations to make the best decisions possible for competitive advantage. Visit teradata.com for details.
Get to know Teradata:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/teradatanews
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Teradata
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/teradata
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/teradata/products
Teradata is a trademark or registered trademark of Teradata Corporation in the United States and other countries.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120412/CL86658LOGO )
SOURCE Teradata
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120412/CL86658LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Teradata
CONTACT: Dan Conway, Teradata Corporation, +1-858-485-3029, dan.conway@teradata.com
Web Site: http://www.teradata.com
SAN DIEGO, May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
Businesses have larger volumes of
data about their operations,
customers, prospects, influencers,
and competitors than ever before-
and this data is exploding at
exponential rates. The most
successful companies are able to
leverage both traditional and new,
multi-structured data types from
both inside and outside of the
organization.
Designed for both the business and
technical person, the 2012
Teradata Aster webcasts will
provide expert advice on how to
leverage the data using big
analytics. The speakers will offer
descriptions of available
technologies and when to use each
one. They will discuss real-world
use cases, debate the impact of
data science, and share peer-to-
peer advice on lessons learned.
Participants will gain the
practical knowledge and tools to
develop a big analytics roadmap
for their organization in order to
transform the decision-making
process and better compete and win
in the marketplace.
Interested in getting answers?
Check out the first webcast in the
series.
Title: Bridging the Gap: SQL and MapReduce
for Big Analytics
Speakers: Rick van der Lans, R20 consulting
group and Steve Wooledge, Teradata
Aster
When: May 3, 2012, 10:00 a.m., PT
Understanding how MapReduce works
and how it can be used to a
support a company's business
intelligence needs may at first
seem like a daunting task.
However, the speakers will clarify
the issues and answer the
Abstract: following questions:
1. What is MapReduce and how does
it work with structured query
language (SQL) user defined
functions (UDF), and other
analytic techniques
2. If SQL developers and business
analysts become "data scientists,"
what is the value to the
organization?
3. How can MapReduce fit into the
existing business intelligence
environment?
4. What is the best way to develop
a roadmap?
5. Do companies need specialized
data scientists to attack the big
data challenge?
Webcast Link:http://www.asterdata.com/BigAnalyticsSeries/
About Teradata Aster
The Teradata Aster MapReduce Platform is the market-leading big data analytics solution. This analytic platform embeds MapReduce analytic processing for deeper insights on new data sources and multi-structured data types to deliver analytic capabilities with breakthrough performance and scalability. Teradata's solution utilizes Aster's patented SQL-MapReduce® to parallelize the processing of data and applications and deliver rich analytic insights at scale. Companies including Barnes & Noble, Intuit, LinkedIn, and Gilt Groupe use Teradata Aster to deliver applications such as digital marketing optimization, social network and relationship analysis, and data science. Visit http://www.asterdata.com for more information.
About Teradata
Teradata Corporation (NYSE: TDC) is the world's leading analytic data solutions company, focused on integrated data warehousing, big data analytics, and business applications. Teradata's innovative products and services deliver data integration and business insight to empower organizations to make the best decisions possible for competitive advantage. Visit teradata.com for details.
Get to know Teradata:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/teradatanews
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Teradata
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/teradata
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/teradata/products
Teradata is a trademark or registered trademark of Teradata Corporation in the United States and other countries.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120412/CL86658LOGO )
SOURCE Teradata
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120412/CL86658LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Teradata
CONTACT: Dan Conway, Teradata Corporation, +1-858-485-3029, dan.conway@teradata.com
Web Site: http://www.teradata.com
On4 begins process for name and symbol change
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on May 1, 2012 at 3:21:01 PM
On4 begins process for name and symbol change
VANCOUVER, May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ - On4 Communications, Inc. ("On4") (the "Company") (OTCQB: ONCI) is pleased to announce that it has begun the process of changing its
name from On4 Communications, Inc. to NetCents Systems International
Ltd. to reflect the anticipated completion of the share exchange
between On4 and NetCents Systems Ltd. ("NetCents"). Upon receipt of
the Certificate of Amendment from the State of Delaware, an application
will be made to FINRA (Financial Industry Regulatory Authority) to
recognize the new name and request a new trading symbol. It is
expected that the approval process should not take more than four
weeks.
About NetCents
NetCents is a seamless, transparent enabling technology adopted by
financial institutions to allow their clientele the option of
conducting financial transactions on the web in a secure fashion
without the use of credit card information. Triggered by a valid email
address, the Company uniquely delivers a 100% secure, self-administered
and anonymous payment system for the purpose of making safe online
purchases and transferring funds. It enables a simple yet innovative,
swift, two-way flow of funds when paying for goods and services over
the Internet. NetCents provides the merchant with the means to connect
with all consumers whether or not they hold direct access to a credit
card. This payment option for consumers and merchants provides
peace-of-mind with no fear of identity theft or credit card fraud.
About On4
On4 is a development stage company, whose original business was
providing wireless communications solutions to telecommunication
companies, consumers and businesses. Its initial technology was a
platform that was comprised of a global positioning management system
that was able to track people, pets, assets and inventory via two-way
communication devices such as Web browsers, instant messengers and
mobile phones. On4 has been actively seeking other promising projects
in the technology sector that will continue to add to the bottom line
and enhance shareholder value. On December 15, 2011 On4 entered into a
definitive Share Exchange Agreement with NetCents Systems Ltd.
("NetCents") where at closing On4 will acquire 100% of the issued and
outstanding shares of NetCents and NetCents will become a wholly owned
subsidiary of On4. The Company is a Development Stage Company, as
defined by Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") Accounting
Standards Codification ("ASC") 915, Development Stage Entities, and has
not yet generated significant revenues from their intended business
activities.
Forward-Looking Statements
Except for the historical information contained herein, the matters
discussed in this press release are forward-looking statements. Actual
results may differ materially from those described in forward-looking
statements and are subject to risks and uncertainties. See On4's
filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission which
may identify specific factors that may cause actual results or events
to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking
statements.
SOURCE On4 Communications, Inc.
On4 Communications, Inc.
CONTACT: 480-525-4361 or 888-583-7158 On the web: www.on4communications.net or www.net-cents.com
VANCOUVER, May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ - On4 Communications, Inc. ("On4") (the "Company") (OTCQB: ONCI) is pleased to announce that it has begun the process of changing its
name from On4 Communications, Inc. to NetCents Systems International
Ltd. to reflect the anticipated completion of the share exchange
between On4 and NetCents Systems Ltd. ("NetCents"). Upon receipt of
the Certificate of Amendment from the State of Delaware, an application
will be made to FINRA (Financial Industry Regulatory Authority) to
recognize the new name and request a new trading symbol. It is
expected that the approval process should not take more than four
weeks.
About NetCents
NetCents is a seamless, transparent enabling technology adopted by
financial institutions to allow their clientele the option of
conducting financial transactions on the web in a secure fashion
without the use of credit card information. Triggered by a valid email
address, the Company uniquely delivers a 100% secure, self-administered
and anonymous payment system for the purpose of making safe online
purchases and transferring funds. It enables a simple yet innovative,
swift, two-way flow of funds when paying for goods and services over
the Internet. NetCents provides the merchant with the means to connect
with all consumers whether or not they hold direct access to a credit
card. This payment option for consumers and merchants provides
peace-of-mind with no fear of identity theft or credit card fraud.
About On4
On4 is a development stage company, whose original business was
providing wireless communications solutions to telecommunication
companies, consumers and businesses. Its initial technology was a
platform that was comprised of a global positioning management system
that was able to track people, pets, assets and inventory via two-way
communication devices such as Web browsers, instant messengers and
mobile phones. On4 has been actively seeking other promising projects
in the technology sector that will continue to add to the bottom line
and enhance shareholder value. On December 15, 2011 On4 entered into a
definitive Share Exchange Agreement with NetCents Systems Ltd.
("NetCents") where at closing On4 will acquire 100% of the issued and
outstanding shares of NetCents and NetCents will become a wholly owned
subsidiary of On4. The Company is a Development Stage Company, as
defined by Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") Accounting
Standards Codification ("ASC") 915, Development Stage Entities, and has
not yet generated significant revenues from their intended business
activities.
Forward-Looking Statements
Except for the historical information contained herein, the matters
discussed in this press release are forward-looking statements. Actual
results may differ materially from those described in forward-looking
statements and are subject to risks and uncertainties. See On4's
filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission which
may identify specific factors that may cause actual results or events
to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking
statements.
SOURCE On4 Communications, Inc.
On4 Communications, Inc.
CONTACT: 480-525-4361 or 888-583-7158 On the web: www.on4communications.net or www.net-cents.com
Motorola Mobility Announces First Quarter Financial Results
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on May 1, 2012 at 3:14:01 PM
Motorola Mobility Announces First Quarter Financial Results
LIBERTYVILLE, Ill., May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --
First Quarter Financial Highlights
-- Net revenues of $3.1 billion
-- Non-GAAP net loss of $0.03 per share compared to net loss of $0.08 per
share in first quarter 2011; GAAP net loss of $0.28 per share compared
to net loss of $0.27 per share in first quarter 2011
-- Mobile Devices net revenues of $2.2 billion; Non-GAAP operating loss of
$85 million; GAAP operating loss of $121 million
-- Shipped 8.9 million mobile devices, including 5.1 million smartphones
-- Home net revenues of $884 million; Non-GAAP operating earnings of $91
million; GAAP operating earnings of $68 million
Click here for printable press release and financial tables.
Motorola Mobility Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: MMI) today reported net revenues of $3.1 billion in the first quarter of 2012, up 2 percent compared to the first quarter of 2011. The GAAP net loss in the first quarter of 2012 was $86 million, or $0.28 per share, compared to a net loss of $81 million, or $0.27 per share, in the first quarter of 2011. On a non-GAAP basis, the net loss in the first quarter 2012 was $10 million, or $0.03 per share, compared to a net loss of $25 million, or $0.08 per share, in the first quarter of 2011.
The Company had operating cash outflow of $98 million in the first quarter. Total cash at the end of the quarter was $3.5 billion and includes cash, cash equivalents, and cash deposits.
Details on non-GAAP adjustments and the use of non-GAAP measures are included later in this press release and in the financial tables.
"The introduction of RAZR(TM) MAXX marked another successful addition to the Motorola product family and contributed to our growth in smartphones. Our Home business delivered another solid quarter highlighted by improvement in year-over-year profitability," said Sanjay Jha, chairman and chief executive officer, Motorola Mobility. "We continue to work closely with Google to complete the proposed merger during the first half of the year."
Operating Results
Mobile Devices net revenues in the first quarter were $2.2 billion, up 3 percent compared with the year-ago quarter. The GAAP operating loss was $121 million compared to an operating loss of $89 million in the year-ago quarter. The non-GAAP operating loss was $85 million compared to an operating loss of $61 million in the year-ago quarter. The Company shipped a total of 8.9 million mobile devices in the first quarter, including 5.1 million smartphones.
Mobile Devices highlights:
-- Launched RAZR(TM) MAXX, the longest-lasting 4G LTE smartphone, allowing
customers to talk for over 21 hours on a single charge, and DROID 4 by
Motorola, the thinnest and most powerful 4G LTE QWERTY smartphone.
-- Expanded budget-friendly smartphone portfolio in China, Europe, and
Latin America with the introduction of MOTOLUXE((TM)), a slim
touchscreen device and Motorola DEFY((TM)) MINI, the ideal "life proof"
device for the active consumer.
-- Teamed up with Bubba Watson, four time PGA Tour winner, including the
2012 Masters to introduce MOTOACTV((TM)) Golf Edition, a cutting-edge
GPS golf tracker, virtual caddy and online clubhouse.
Home segment net revenues in the first quarter were $884 million, down 2 percent compared with the year-ago quarter. GAAP operating earnings improved to $68 million, compared to $53 million in the year-ago quarter. Non-GAAP operating earnings were $91 million compared to $81 million in the year-ago quarter.
Home highlights:
-- Introduced Connected Home Gateway, the industry's first plug-and-play
solution for home monitoring and control services.
-- Provided equipment and services to Asian Broadcasting Network for launch
of Malaysia's most advanced digital cable TV network.
-- Industry recognition of our Medios multi-screen software portfolio
including SecureMedia® named "Best Rights and Asset Management
Solution" at 2012 IPTV World Forum.
-- Announced global distributor and integrator agreement with Edgecast's
Content Delivery Network platform, enabling advanced multi-screen
service delivery to consumers.
Merger Update
As previously announced on August 15, 2011, Motorola Mobility and Google Inc. ("Google") (NASDAQ: GOOG) entered into a definitive agreement for Google to acquire Motorola Mobility for $40.00 per share in cash, or a total of approximately $12.5 billion.
Motorola Mobility and Google continue to work closely with the authorities in China for approval on the acquisition. The transaction has been investigated and cleared without conditions in all other jurisdictions with pre-closing clearance requirements. We continue to expect the transaction to close during the first half of 2012.
For more information on the proposed merger, please visit http://investors.motorola.com.
Conference Call and Webcast
In light of the pending acquisition of the Company by Google, the Company does not conduct a financial analyst conference call or webcast following the release of its earnings information nor provide financial guidance. To access the first quarter results and other financial information, please visit http://investors.motorola.com.
Consolidated GAAP Results
A comparison of results from operations is as follows:
First Quarter
-------------
(In millions, except per
share amounts) 2012 2011
------------------------ ---- ----
Net revenues $3,078 $3,032
Gross margin 754 755
Operating loss (70) (36)
Loss before income taxes (69) (51)
Net loss ($86) ($81)
Basic loss per common share ($0.28) ($0.27)
Diluted loss per common share ($0.28) ($0.27)
Weighted average common
shares outstanding
-----------------------
Basic 302.4 294.7
Diluted 302.4 294.7
Non-GAAP Adjustments for first quarter 2012 and 2011
First Quarter
-------------
Per Share Impact
2012 2011
---- ----
GAAP Loss per Common Share ($0.28) ($0.27)
Merger-related costs * 0.06 ---
Stock-based compensation expense 0.16 0.14
Intangible assets amortization
expense 0.04 0.05
Total Non-GAAP Adjustments ** 0.25 0.19
Non-GAAP Loss per Common Share ($0.03) ($0.08)
====== ======
Definitions
* Merger-related costs primarily consisting of legal and banking fees.
** Earnings or loss per share (EPS) impact may not add up due to rounding.
Use of Non-GAAP Financial Information
In addition to the GAAP results included in this presentation, Motorola Mobility also has included non-GAAP measurements of results. Motorola Mobility has provided these non-GAAP measurements to help investors better understand Motorola Mobility's core operating performance, enhance comparisons of Motorola Mobility's core operating performance from period to period, and allow better comparisons of Motorola Mobility's operating performance to that of its competitors. Among other things, the Company's management uses these operating results, excluding the identified items, to evaluate the performance of its businesses and to evaluate results relative to certain incentive compensation targets. Management uses operating results, excluding these items, because it believes this measurement enables it to make better period-to-period evaluations of the financial performance of its core business operations. The non-GAAP measurements are intended only as a supplement to the comparable GAAP measurements and the Company compensates for the limitations inherent in the use of non-GAAP measurements by using GAAP measures in conjunction with the non-GAAP measurements. As a result, investors should consider these non-GAAP measurements in addition to, and not in substitution for or as superior to, measurements of financial performance prepared in accordance with GAAP.
Non-GAAP adjustments are comprised of the following items:
Merger-related costs: The Company has excluded the effects of merger-related costs from its non-GAAP operating expenses and net income measurements because the Company believes that this item does not reflect expected future operating earnings or expenses and do not contribute to a meaningful evaluation of the Company's current operating performance or comparisons to the Company's past operating performance.
Stock-based compensation expense: The Company has excluded stock-based compensation expense from its non-GAAP operating expenses and net income measurements. Although stock-based compensation is a key incentive offered to our employees and the Company believes such compensation contributed to the revenue earned during the periods presented and also believes it will contribute to the generation of future period revenues - the Company continues to evaluate its performance excluding stock-based compensation expense primarily because it represents a significant non-cash expense. Stock-based compensation expense will recur in future periods.
Intangible assets amortization expense: The Company has excluded intangible assets amortization expense from its non-GAAP operating expenses and net income measurements, primarily because it represents a significant non-cash expense and because the Company evaluates its performance excluding intangible assets amortization expense. Amortization of intangible assets is consistent in amount and frequency but is significantly affected by the timing and size of the Company's acquisitions. Investors should note that the use of intangible assets contributed to the Company's revenues earned during the periods presented and will contribute to the Company's future period revenues as well. Intangible assets amortization expense will recur in future periods.
Details of the above non-GAAP adjustments and reconciliations of the non-GAAP measurements to the corresponding GAAP measurements can be found in the financial tables.
Business Risks
Motorola Mobility cautions the reader that this communication includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, the expected closing date of the proposed Google transaction and the expected timeframe for regulatory decisions. Forward-looking statements involve certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated in such forward-looking statements including, but not limited to, the ability of the parties to consummate the proposed transaction and the satisfaction of the conditions precedent to consummation of the proposed transaction, including the ability to secure regulatory and other approvals at all or in a timely manner; and the other risks and uncertainties contained and identified in Motorola Mobility's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), any of which could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements included in this press release are made only as of the date hereof. Motorola Mobility undertakes no obligation to update the forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances or update the reasons that actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in forward-looking statements, except as required by law.
About Motorola Mobility
Motorola Mobility Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: MMI) fuses innovative technology with human insights to create experiences that simplify, connect and enrich people's lives. Our portfolio includes converged mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets; wireless accessories; end-to-end video and data delivery; and management solutions, including set-tops and data-access devices. For more information, visit motorola.com/mobility.
MOTOROLA and the Stylized M Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Motorola Trademark Holdings, LLC. DROID is a trademark of Lucasfilm Ltd. and its related companies. Used under license. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. © 2012 Motorola Mobility, Inc. All rights reserved.
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Motorola Mobility Holdings, Inc.
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Investors:
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Motorola Mobility Holdings, Inc.
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Motorola Mobility Holdings, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations
(In millions, except per share amounts)
Three Months Ended
------------------
March 31, 2012 December 31, 2011 April 2, 2011
-------------- ----------------- -------------
Net revenues $3,078 $3,436 $3,032
Costs of sales 2,324 2,582 2,277
Gross margin 754 854 755
--- --- ---
Selling, general
and administrative
expenses 430 446 417
Research and
development
expenditures 366 384 357
Other charges 17 90 1
Intangibles
amortization 11 12 16
Operating loss (70) (78) (36)
--- --- ---
Other income (expense):
Interest income
(expense), net 3 - 2
Gains on sales of
investments - 5 -
Other, net (2) (5) (17)
Total other income
(expense) 1 - (15)
--- --- ---
Loss before income
taxes (69) (78) (51)
Income tax expense 17 2 30
--- --- ---
Net loss (86) (80) (81)
=== === ===
Basic loss per
common share $(0.28) $(0.27) $(0.27)
Diluted loss per
common share $(0.28) $(0.27) $(0.27)
Weighted average common shares outstanding
----------------------------------
Basic 302.4 300.2 294.7
Diluted 302.4 300.2 294.7
----- ----- -----
Percentage of Net Revenues *
---------------------------
Net revenues 100.0% 100.0% 100.0%
Costs of sales 75.5% 75.1% 75.1%
Gross margin 24.5% 24.9% 24.9%
---- ---- ----
Selling, general
and administrative
expenses 14.0% 13.0% 13.8%
Research and
development
expenditures 11.9% 11.2% 11.8%
Other charges 0.6% 2.6% 0.0%
Intangibles
amortization 0.4% 0.3% 0.5%
Operating loss -2.3% -2.3% -1.2%
---- ---- ----
Other income (expense):
Interest income
(expense), net 0.1% 0.0% 0.1%
Gains on sales of
investments 0.0% 0.1% 0.0%
Other, net -0.1% -0.1% -0.6%
Total other income
(expense) 0.0% 0.0% -0.5%
--- --- ----
Loss before income
taxes -2.2% -2.3% -1.7%
Income tax expense 0.6% 0.1% 1.0%
--- --- ---
Net loss -2.8% -2.3% -2.7%
==== ==== ====
* Percentages may not add up due to rounding.
Motorola Mobility Holdings, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
(In millions)
March 31, 2012 December 31, 2011 April 2, 2011
Assets
Cash and cash
equivalents $3,065 $3,451 $3,116
Cash deposits 267 2 -
Accounts receivable, net 1,711 1,780 1,551
Inventories, net 569 701 859
Deferred income taxes 92 95 114
Other current assets 595 583 561
Total current assets 6,299 6,612 6,201
----- ----- -----
Cash deposits 162 155 168
Property, plant and
equipment, net 801 805 810
Investments 123 119 143
Deferred income taxes 93 93 58
Goodwill 1,434 1,433 1,397
Other assets 480 513 652
Total assets $9,392 $9,730 $9,429
====== ====== ======
Liabilities and
Stockholders' Equity
Accounts payable $1,530 $1,666 $1,580
Accrued liabilities 2,224 2,408 2,250
Total current
liabilities 3,754 4,074 3,830
----- ----- -----
Other liabilities 547 568 670
Stockholders' Equity:
Common stock 3 3 3
Additional paid-in
capital 5,522 5,452 5,016
Accumulated other
comprehensive loss (99) (118) (9)
Accumulated deficit (335) (249) (81)
Total stockholders'
equity 5,091 5,088 4,929
Total liabilities and
stockholders' equity $9,392 $9,730 $9,429
------ ------ ------
Motorola Mobility Holdings, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(In millions)
Three Months Ended
------------------
March 31, 2012 December 31, 2011 April 2, 2011
-------------- ----------------- -------------
Operating
Net loss $(86) $(80) $(81)
Adjustments to
reconcile net loss to
net cash provided by
operating activities:
Depreciation and
amortization 49 54 54
Share-based
compensation expense 48 36 40
Other non-cash
charges (income) - - (1)
Gains on sales of
investments - (5) -
Deferred income taxes (3) - (11)
Changes in assets and
liabilities, net of
effects of
acquisitions:
Accounts receivable,
net 74 (17) 21
Inventories 138 42 (16)
Other current assets (8) 4 22
Accounts payable and
accrued liabilities (327) 155 1
Other assets and
liabilities 17 36 78
Net cash provided by
(used for) operating
activities (98) 225 107
--- --- ---
Investing
Acquisitions and
investments (20) (7) (11)
Proceeds from sales of
investments - 10 -
Capital expenditures (33) (64) (50)
Cash deposits (265) 20 -
Other, net (1) 1 -
Net cash used for
investing activities (319) (40) (61)
---- --- ---
Financing
Share-based
compensation activity 22 45 16
Capital contribution
from Former Parent - 150 3,032
Other, net (1) - 15
Net cash provided by
financing activities 21 195 3,063
--- --- -----
Effect of exchange
rate changes on cash
and cash equivalents 10 (7) 7
Net increase
(decrease) in cash
and cash equivalents (386) 373 3,116
Cash and cash
equivalents,
beginning of period * 3,451 3,078 -
----- ----- ---
Cash and cash
equivalents, end of
period $3,065 $3,451 $3,116
------ ------ ------
* Until separation, the Company
participated in Motorola, Inc.'s
(Former Parent) centralized cash
management program. Accordingly, no
cash and cash equivalents are presented
on the Motorola Mobility Holdings, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet as
of any reporting period prior to
separation. On January 3, 2011, the
Company received a cash contribution of
$3.2 billion from Motorola, Inc., which
Motorola Mobility Holdings, Inc.
Segment Information
(In millions)
Summarized below are the
Company's Net revenues and
Operating loss by reportable
segment for the three months
ended March 31, 2012 and April
2, 2011.
Net Revenues
------------
Three Months Ended Three Months Ended % Change from
March 31, 2012 April 2, 2011 2011
-------------- ------------- ----
Mobile
Devices $2,194 $2,128 3 %
Home 884 904 (2)%
Company
Totals $3,078 $3,032 2 %
------ ------ ---
Operating Loss
--------------
Three Months Ended Three Months Ended % Change from
March 31, 2012 April 2, 2011 2011
-------------- ------------- ----
Mobile
Devices $(121) $(89) 36 %
Home 68 53 28 %
Merger-
related
costs * (17) - -
Company
Totals $(70) $(36) 94 %
---- ---- ---
* Represents costs incurred at the corporate level related to the Company's proposed merger with Google
Inc.
Motorola Mobility Holdings, Inc.
GAAP to Non-GAAP Bridge
(In millions, except per share amounts)
Three Months Ended Three Months Ended
March 31, 2012 December 31, 2011
-------------- -----------------
GAAP Results Non-GAAP Adjustments Non-GAAP Results GAAP Results Non-GAAP Adjustments Non-GAAP Results
------------ -------------------- ---------------- ------------ -------------------- ----------------
Net revenues $3,078 $ - $3,078 $3,436 $ - $3,436
Costs of sales 2,324 5 2,319 2,582 9 2,573
Gross margin 754 (5) 759 854 (9) 863
--- --- --- --- --- ---
Selling, general and administrative expenses 430 25 405 446 18 428
Research and development expenditures 366 18 348 384 14 370
Other charges 17 17 - 90 90 -
Intangibles amortization 11 11 - 12 12 -
Operating earnings (loss) (70) (76) 6 (78) (143) 65
--- --- --- --- ---- ---
Other income (expense):
Interest income, net 3 - 3 - - -
Gains on sales of investments - - - 5 - 5
Other, net (2) - (2) (5) - (5)
Total other income (expense) 1 - 1 - - -
--- --- --- --- --- ---
Earnings (loss) before income taxes (69) (76) 7 (78) (143) 65
Income tax expense 17 - 17 2 (2) 4
--- --- --- --- --- ---
Net earnings (loss) (86) (76) (10) (80) (141) 61
=== === === === ==== ===
Basic earnings (loss) per common share $(0.28) $(0.25) $(0.03) $(0.27) $(0.47) $0.20
Diluted earnings (loss) per common share $(0.28) $(0.25) $(0.03) $(0.27) $(0.47) $0.20
Weighted average common shares outstanding
------------------------------------------
Basic 302.4 302.4 302.4 300.2 300.2 300.2
Diluted 302.4 302.4 302.4 300.2 300.2 300.2
----- ----- ----- ----- ----- -----
Percentage of Net Revenues *
---------------------------
Net revenues 100.0% 100.0% 100.0% 100.0%
Costs of sales 75.5% 75.3% 75.1% 74.9%
Gross margin 24.5% 24.7% 24.9% 25.1%
---- ---- ---- ----
Selling, general and administrative expenses 14.0% 13.2% 13.0% 12.5%
Research and development expenditures 11.9% 11.3% 11.2% 10.8%
Other charges 0.6% 0.0% 2.6% 0.0%
Intangibles amortization 0.4% 0.0% 0.3% 0.0%
Operating earnings (loss) -2.3% 0.2% -2.3% 1.9%
---- --- ---- ---
Other income (expense):
Interest income, net 0.1% 0.1% 0.0% 0.0%
Gains on sales of investments 0.0% 0.0% 0.1% 0.1%
Other, net -0.1% -0.1% -0.1% -0.1%
Total other income (expense) 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0%
--- --- --- ---
Earnings (loss) before income taxes -2.2% 0.2% -2.3% 1.9%
Income tax expense 0.6% 0.6% 0.1% 0.1%
--- --- --- ---
Net earnings (loss) -2.8% -0.3% -2.3% 1.8%
---- ---- ---- ---
* Percentages may not add up due to rounding.
Motorola Mobility Holdings, Inc.
GAAP to Non-GAAP Bridge
(In millions, except per share amounts)
Three Months Ended Three Months Ended
March 31, 2012 April 2, 2011
-------------- -------------
GAAP Results Non-GAAP Adjustments Non-GAAP Results GAAP Results Non-GAAP Adjustments Non-GAAP Results
------------ -------------------- ---------------- ------------ -------------------- ----------------
Net revenues $3,078 $ - $3,078 $3,032 $ - $3,032
Costs of sales 2,324 5 2,319 2,277 4 2,273
Gross margin 754 (5) 759 755 (4) 759
--- --- --- --- --- ---
Selling, general and administrative expenses 430 25 405 417 21 396
Research and development expenditures 366 18 348 357 15 342
Other charges 17 17 - 1 - 1
Intangibles amortization 11 11 - 16 16 -
Operating earnings (loss) (70) (76) 6 (36) (56) 20
--- --- --- --- --- ---
Other income (expense):
Interest income (expense), net 3 - 3 2 - 2
Gains on sales of investments - - - - - -
Other, net (2) - (2) (17) - (17)
Total other income (expense) 1 - 1 (15) - (15)
--- --- --- --- --- ---
Earnings (loss) before income taxes (69) (76) 7 (51) (56) 5
Income tax expense 17 - 17 30 - 30
--- --- --- --- --- ---
Net earnings (loss) (86) (76) (10) (81) (56) (25)
=== === === === === ===
Basic earnings (loss) per common share $(0.28) $(0.25) $(0.03) $(0.27) $(0.19) $(0.08)
Diluted earnings (loss) per common share $(0.28) $(0.25) $(0.03) $(0.27) $(0.19) $(0.08)
Weighted average common shares outstanding
------------------------------------------
Basic 302.4 302.4 302.4 294.7 294.7 294.7
Diluted 302.4 302.4 302.4 294.7 294.7 294.7
----- ----- ----- ----- ----- -----
Percentage of Net Revenues *
---------------------------
Net revenues 100.0% 100.0% 100.0% 100.0%
Costs of sales 75.5% 75.3% 75.1% 75.0%
Gross margin 24.5% 24.7% 24.9% 25.0%
---- ---- ---- ----
Selling, general and administrative expenses 14.0% 13.2% 13.8% 13.1%
Research and development expenditures 11.9% 11.3% 11.8% 11.3%
Other charges 0.6% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0%
Intangibles amortization 0.4% 0.0% 0.5% 0.0%
Operating earnings (loss) -2.3% 0.2% -1.2% 0.7%
---- --- ---- ---
Other income (expense):
Interest income (expense), net 0.1% 0.1% 0.1% 0.1%
Gains on sales of investments 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0%
Other, net -0.1% -0.1% -0.6% -0.6%
Total other income (expense) 0.0% 0.0% -0.5% -0.5%
--- --- ---- ----
Earnings (loss) before income taxes -2.2% 0.2% -1.7% 0.2%
Income tax expense 0.6% 0.6% 1.0% 1.0%
--- --- --- ---
Net earnings (loss) -2.8% -0.3% -2.7% -0.8%
---- ---- ---- ----
* Percentages may not add up due to rounding.
Motorola Mobility Holdings, Inc.
Operating Earnings (Loss) after Non-GAAP Adjustments
(In millions)
Q1 2012
-------
TOTAL Mobile Devices Home Other
-------------- ---- -----
Net revenues $3,078 $2,194 $884 $ -
Operating earnings (loss) $(70) $(121) $68 $(17)
------------------------ ---- ----- --- ----
Non-GAAP adjustments
by P&L statement
line: Statement Line
--------------
Merger-related costs
* Other charges (income) 17 - - 17
Stock-based
compensation expense Cost of sales 5 3 2 -
Stock-based
compensation expense SG&A and R&D 43 30 13 -
Intangible assets
amortization expense Intangibles amortization 11 3 8 -
Less: Total non-GAAP adjustments 76 36 23 17
Operating earnings (loss) after non-GAAP adjustments $6 $(85) $91 $ -
---------------------------------------------------- --- ---- --- -------
Operating earnings (loss) as a percentage of net revenues -
GAAP -2.3% -5.5% 7.7% 0.0%
Operating earnings (loss) as a percentage of net revenues -
after non-GAAP adjustments 0.2% -3.9% 10.3% 0.0%
--- ---- ---- ---
* Represents costs incurred at
the corporate level related
to the Company's proposed
merger with Google Inc.
Motorola Mobility Holdings, Inc.
Non-GAAP Adjustments
(In millions, except per share amounts)
Q1 2012
-------
Non-GAAP Adjustments Statement Line Q1 2012 PBT (Inc)/Exp Q1 2012 Tax Inc/
(Exp) Q1 2012 PAT (Inc)/Exp EPS Impact (Incr)/Decr *
-------------------- -------------- --------------------- ----------------- --------------------- ------------------------
GAAP Results $(69) $17 $(86) $(0.28)
---- --- ---- ------
Merger-related costs ** Other charges (income) 17 - 17 (0.06)
Stock-based compensation
expense Cost of sales, SG&A and R&D 48 - 48 (0.16)
Intangible assets
amortization expense Intangibles amortization 11 - 11 (0.04)
Total Impact 76 - 76 (0.25)
Non-GAAP Results $7 $17 $(10) $(0.03)
=== === ==== ======
* EPS impact may not add up
due to rounding.
** Represents costs incurred
at the corporate level
related to the Company's
proposed merger with Google
Inc.
Motorola Mobility Holdings, Inc.
Revenue Mix by Region
(In millions)
Q1 2012
-------
TOTAL Mobile Devices Home
----- -------------- ----
North America 60% 54% 74%
Latin America 17% 21% 10%
Greater China 10% 13% 2%
EMEA 9% 7% 13%
Rest of Asia 4% 5% 1%
Total 100% 100% 100%
----- --- --- ---
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First Quarter Financial Highlights
-- Net revenues of $3.1 billion
-- Non-GAAP net loss of $0.03 per share compared to net loss of $0.08 per
share in first quarter 2011; GAAP net loss of $0.28 per share compared
to net loss of $0.27 per share in first quarter 2011
-- Mobile Devices net revenues of $2.2 billion; Non-GAAP operating loss of
$85 million; GAAP operating loss of $121 million
-- Shipped 8.9 million mobile devices, including 5.1 million smartphones
-- Home net revenues of $884 million; Non-GAAP operating earnings of $91
million; GAAP operating earnings of $68 million
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Motorola Mobility Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: MMI) today reported net revenues of $3.1 billion in the first quarter of 2012, up 2 percent compared to the first quarter of 2011. The GAAP net loss in the first quarter of 2012 was $86 million, or $0.28 per share, compared to a net loss of $81 million, or $0.27 per share, in the first quarter of 2011. On a non-GAAP basis, the net loss in the first quarter 2012 was $10 million, or $0.03 per share, compared to a net loss of $25 million, or $0.08 per share, in the first quarter of 2011.
The Company had operating cash outflow of $98 million in the first quarter. Total cash at the end of the quarter was $3.5 billion and includes cash, cash equivalents, and cash deposits.
Details on non-GAAP adjustments and the use of non-GAAP measures are included later in this press release and in the financial tables.
"The introduction of RAZR(TM) MAXX marked another successful addition to the Motorola product family and contributed to our growth in smartphones. Our Home business delivered another solid quarter highlighted by improvement in year-over-year profitability," said Sanjay Jha, chairman and chief executive officer, Motorola Mobility. "We continue to work closely with Google to complete the proposed merger during the first half of the year."
Operating Results
Mobile Devices net revenues in the first quarter were $2.2 billion, up 3 percent compared with the year-ago quarter. The GAAP operating loss was $121 million compared to an operating loss of $89 million in the year-ago quarter. The non-GAAP operating loss was $85 million compared to an operating loss of $61 million in the year-ago quarter. The Company shipped a total of 8.9 million mobile devices in the first quarter, including 5.1 million smartphones.
Mobile Devices highlights:
-- Launched RAZR(TM) MAXX, the longest-lasting 4G LTE smartphone, allowing
customers to talk for over 21 hours on a single charge, and DROID 4 by
Motorola, the thinnest and most powerful 4G LTE QWERTY smartphone.
-- Expanded budget-friendly smartphone portfolio in China, Europe, and
Latin America with the introduction of MOTOLUXE((TM)), a slim
touchscreen device and Motorola DEFY((TM)) MINI, the ideal "life proof"
device for the active consumer.
-- Teamed up with Bubba Watson, four time PGA Tour winner, including the
2012 Masters to introduce MOTOACTV((TM)) Golf Edition, a cutting-edge
GPS golf tracker, virtual caddy and online clubhouse.
Home segment net revenues in the first quarter were $884 million, down 2 percent compared with the year-ago quarter. GAAP operating earnings improved to $68 million, compared to $53 million in the year-ago quarter. Non-GAAP operating earnings were $91 million compared to $81 million in the year-ago quarter.
Home highlights:
-- Introduced Connected Home Gateway, the industry's first plug-and-play
solution for home monitoring and control services.
-- Provided equipment and services to Asian Broadcasting Network for launch
of Malaysia's most advanced digital cable TV network.
-- Industry recognition of our Medios multi-screen software portfolio
including SecureMedia® named "Best Rights and Asset Management
Solution" at 2012 IPTV World Forum.
-- Announced global distributor and integrator agreement with Edgecast's
Content Delivery Network platform, enabling advanced multi-screen
service delivery to consumers.
Merger Update
As previously announced on August 15, 2011, Motorola Mobility and Google Inc. ("Google") (NASDAQ: GOOG) entered into a definitive agreement for Google to acquire Motorola Mobility for $40.00 per share in cash, or a total of approximately $12.5 billion.
Motorola Mobility and Google continue to work closely with the authorities in China for approval on the acquisition. The transaction has been investigated and cleared without conditions in all other jurisdictions with pre-closing clearance requirements. We continue to expect the transaction to close during the first half of 2012.
For more information on the proposed merger, please visit http://investors.motorola.com.
Conference Call and Webcast
In light of the pending acquisition of the Company by Google, the Company does not conduct a financial analyst conference call or webcast following the release of its earnings information nor provide financial guidance. To access the first quarter results and other financial information, please visit http://investors.motorola.com.
Consolidated GAAP Results
A comparison of results from operations is as follows:
First Quarter
-------------
(In millions, except per
share amounts) 2012 2011
------------------------ ---- ----
Net revenues $3,078 $3,032
Gross margin 754 755
Operating loss (70) (36)
Loss before income taxes (69) (51)
Net loss ($86) ($81)
Basic loss per common share ($0.28) ($0.27)
Diluted loss per common share ($0.28) ($0.27)
Weighted average common
shares outstanding
-----------------------
Basic 302.4 294.7
Diluted 302.4 294.7
Non-GAAP Adjustments for first quarter 2012 and 2011
First Quarter
-------------
Per Share Impact
2012 2011
---- ----
GAAP Loss per Common Share ($0.28) ($0.27)
Merger-related costs * 0.06 ---
Stock-based compensation expense 0.16 0.14
Intangible assets amortization
expense 0.04 0.05
Total Non-GAAP Adjustments ** 0.25 0.19
Non-GAAP Loss per Common Share ($0.03) ($0.08)
====== ======
Definitions
* Merger-related costs primarily consisting of legal and banking fees.
** Earnings or loss per share (EPS) impact may not add up due to rounding.
Use of Non-GAAP Financial Information
In addition to the GAAP results included in this presentation, Motorola Mobility also has included non-GAAP measurements of results. Motorola Mobility has provided these non-GAAP measurements to help investors better understand Motorola Mobility's core operating performance, enhance comparisons of Motorola Mobility's core operating performance from period to period, and allow better comparisons of Motorola Mobility's operating performance to that of its competitors. Among other things, the Company's management uses these operating results, excluding the identified items, to evaluate the performance of its businesses and to evaluate results relative to certain incentive compensation targets. Management uses operating results, excluding these items, because it believes this measurement enables it to make better period-to-period evaluations of the financial performance of its core business operations. The non-GAAP measurements are intended only as a supplement to the comparable GAAP measurements and the Company compensates for the limitations inherent in the use of non-GAAP measurements by using GAAP measures in conjunction with the non-GAAP measurements. As a result, investors should consider these non-GAAP measurements in addition to, and not in substitution for or as superior to, measurements of financial performance prepared in accordance with GAAP.
Non-GAAP adjustments are comprised of the following items:
Merger-related costs: The Company has excluded the effects of merger-related costs from its non-GAAP operating expenses and net income measurements because the Company believes that this item does not reflect expected future operating earnings or expenses and do not contribute to a meaningful evaluation of the Company's current operating performance or comparisons to the Company's past operating performance.
Stock-based compensation expense: The Company has excluded stock-based compensation expense from its non-GAAP operating expenses and net income measurements. Although stock-based compensation is a key incentive offered to our employees and the Company believes such compensation contributed to the revenue earned during the periods presented and also believes it will contribute to the generation of future period revenues - the Company continues to evaluate its performance excluding stock-based compensation expense primarily because it represents a significant non-cash expense. Stock-based compensation expense will recur in future periods.
Intangible assets amortization expense: The Company has excluded intangible assets amortization expense from its non-GAAP operating expenses and net income measurements, primarily because it represents a significant non-cash expense and because the Company evaluates its performance excluding intangible assets amortization expense. Amortization of intangible assets is consistent in amount and frequency but is significantly affected by the timing and size of the Company's acquisitions. Investors should note that the use of intangible assets contributed to the Company's revenues earned during the periods presented and will contribute to the Company's future period revenues as well. Intangible assets amortization expense will recur in future periods.
Details of the above non-GAAP adjustments and reconciliations of the non-GAAP measurements to the corresponding GAAP measurements can be found in the financial tables.
Business Risks
Motorola Mobility cautions the reader that this communication includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, the expected closing date of the proposed Google transaction and the expected timeframe for regulatory decisions. Forward-looking statements involve certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated in such forward-looking statements including, but not limited to, the ability of the parties to consummate the proposed transaction and the satisfaction of the conditions precedent to consummation of the proposed transaction, including the ability to secure regulatory and other approvals at all or in a timely manner; and the other risks and uncertainties contained and identified in Motorola Mobility's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), any of which could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements included in this press release are made only as of the date hereof. Motorola Mobility undertakes no obligation to update the forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances or update the reasons that actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in forward-looking statements, except as required by law.
About Motorola Mobility
Motorola Mobility Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: MMI) fuses innovative technology with human insights to create experiences that simplify, connect and enrich people's lives. Our portfolio includes converged mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets; wireless accessories; end-to-end video and data delivery; and management solutions, including set-tops and data-access devices. For more information, visit motorola.com/mobility.
MOTOROLA and the Stylized M Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Motorola Trademark Holdings, LLC. DROID is a trademark of Lucasfilm Ltd. and its related companies. Used under license. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. © 2012 Motorola Mobility, Inc. All rights reserved.
CONTACTS:
Media:
Jennifer Erickson
Motorola Mobility Holdings, Inc.
+1 (847) 772-1217
jennifer.erickson@motorola.com
Investors:
Dean Lindroth
Motorola Mobility Holdings, Inc.
+1 (847) 523-2858
dean.lindroth@motorola.com
Motorola Mobility Holdings, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations
(In millions, except per share amounts)
Three Months Ended
------------------
March 31, 2012 December 31, 2011 April 2, 2011
-------------- ----------------- -------------
Net revenues $3,078 $3,436 $3,032
Costs of sales 2,324 2,582 2,277
Gross margin 754 854 755
--- --- ---
Selling, general
and administrative
expenses 430 446 417
Research and
development
expenditures 366 384 357
Other charges 17 90 1
Intangibles
amortization 11 12 16
Operating loss (70) (78) (36)
--- --- ---
Other income (expense):
Interest income
(expense), net 3 - 2
Gains on sales of
investments - 5 -
Other, net (2) (5) (17)
Total other income
(expense) 1 - (15)
--- --- ---
Loss before income
taxes (69) (78) (51)
Income tax expense 17 2 30
--- --- ---
Net loss (86) (80) (81)
=== === ===
Basic loss per
common share $(0.28) $(0.27) $(0.27)
Diluted loss per
common share $(0.28) $(0.27) $(0.27)
Weighted average common shares outstanding
----------------------------------
Basic 302.4 300.2 294.7
Diluted 302.4 300.2 294.7
----- ----- -----
Percentage of Net Revenues *
---------------------------
Net revenues 100.0% 100.0% 100.0%
Costs of sales 75.5% 75.1% 75.1%
Gross margin 24.5% 24.9% 24.9%
---- ---- ----
Selling, general
and administrative
expenses 14.0% 13.0% 13.8%
Research and
development
expenditures 11.9% 11.2% 11.8%
Other charges 0.6% 2.6% 0.0%
Intangibles
amortization 0.4% 0.3% 0.5%
Operating loss -2.3% -2.3% -1.2%
---- ---- ----
Other income (expense):
Interest income
(expense), net 0.1% 0.0% 0.1%
Gains on sales of
investments 0.0% 0.1% 0.0%
Other, net -0.1% -0.1% -0.6%
Total other income
(expense) 0.0% 0.0% -0.5%
--- --- ----
Loss before income
taxes -2.2% -2.3% -1.7%
Income tax expense 0.6% 0.1% 1.0%
--- --- ---
Net loss -2.8% -2.3% -2.7%
==== ==== ====
* Percentages may not add up due to rounding.
Motorola Mobility Holdings, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
(In millions)
March 31, 2012 December 31, 2011 April 2, 2011
Assets
Cash and cash
equivalents $3,065 $3,451 $3,116
Cash deposits 267 2 -
Accounts receivable, net 1,711 1,780 1,551
Inventories, net 569 701 859
Deferred income taxes 92 95 114
Other current assets 595 583 561
Total current assets 6,299 6,612 6,201
----- ----- -----
Cash deposits 162 155 168
Property, plant and
equipment, net 801 805 810
Investments 123 119 143
Deferred income taxes 93 93 58
Goodwill 1,434 1,433 1,397
Other assets 480 513 652
Total assets $9,392 $9,730 $9,429
====== ====== ======
Liabilities and
Stockholders' Equity
Accounts payable $1,530 $1,666 $1,580
Accrued liabilities 2,224 2,408 2,250
Total current
liabilities 3,754 4,074 3,830
----- ----- -----
Other liabilities 547 568 670
Stockholders' Equity:
Common stock 3 3 3
Additional paid-in
capital 5,522 5,452 5,016
Accumulated other
comprehensive loss (99) (118) (9)
Accumulated deficit (335) (249) (81)
Total stockholders'
equity 5,091 5,088 4,929
Total liabilities and
stockholders' equity $9,392 $9,730 $9,429
------ ------ ------
Motorola Mobility Holdings, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(In millions)
Three Months Ended
------------------
March 31, 2012 December 31, 2011 April 2, 2011
-------------- ----------------- -------------
Operating
Net loss $(86) $(80) $(81)
Adjustments to
reconcile net loss to
net cash provided by
operating activities:
Depreciation and
amortization 49 54 54
Share-based
compensation expense 48 36 40
Other non-cash
charges (income) - - (1)
Gains on sales of
investments - (5) -
Deferred income taxes (3) - (11)
Changes in assets and
liabilities, net of
effects of
acquisitions:
Accounts receivable,
net 74 (17) 21
Inventories 138 42 (16)
Other current assets (8) 4 22
Accounts payable and
accrued liabilities (327) 155 1
Other assets and
liabilities 17 36 78
Net cash provided by
(used for) operating
activities (98) 225 107
--- --- ---
Investing
Acquisitions and
investments (20) (7) (11)
Proceeds from sales of
investments - 10 -
Capital expenditures (33) (64) (50)
Cash deposits (265) 20 -
Other, net (1) 1 -
Net cash used for
investing activities (319) (40) (61)
---- --- ---
Financing
Share-based
compensation activity 22 45 16
Capital contribution
from Former Parent - 150 3,032
Other, net (1) - 15
Net cash provided by
financing activities 21 195 3,063
--- --- -----
Effect of exchange
rate changes on cash
and cash equivalents 10 (7) 7
Net increase
(decrease) in cash
and cash equivalents (386) 373 3,116
Cash and cash
equivalents,
beginning of period * 3,451 3,078 -
----- ----- ---
Cash and cash
equivalents, end of
period $3,065 $3,451 $3,116
------ ------ ------
* Until separation, the Company
participated in Motorola, Inc.'s
(Former Parent) centralized cash
management program. Accordingly, no
cash and cash equivalents are presented
on the Motorola Mobility Holdings, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet as
of any reporting period prior to
separation. On January 3, 2011, the
Company received a cash contribution of
$3.2 billion from Motorola, Inc., which
Motorola Mobility Holdings, Inc.
Segment Information
(In millions)
Summarized below are the
Company's Net revenues and
Operating loss by reportable
segment for the three months
ended March 31, 2012 and April
2, 2011.
Net Revenues
------------
Three Months Ended Three Months Ended % Change from
March 31, 2012 April 2, 2011 2011
-------------- ------------- ----
Mobile
Devices $2,194 $2,128 3 %
Home 884 904 (2)%
Company
Totals $3,078 $3,032 2 %
------ ------ ---
Operating Loss
--------------
Three Months Ended Three Months Ended % Change from
March 31, 2012 April 2, 2011 2011
-------------- ------------- ----
Mobile
Devices $(121) $(89) 36 %
Home 68 53 28 %
Merger-
related
costs * (17) - -
Company
Totals $(70) $(36) 94 %
---- ---- ---
* Represents costs incurred at the corporate level related to the Company's proposed merger with Google
Inc.
Motorola Mobility Holdings, Inc.
GAAP to Non-GAAP Bridge
(In millions, except per share amounts)
Three Months Ended Three Months Ended
March 31, 2012 December 31, 2011
-------------- -----------------
GAAP Results Non-GAAP Adjustments Non-GAAP Results GAAP Results Non-GAAP Adjustments Non-GAAP Results
------------ -------------------- ---------------- ------------ -------------------- ----------------
Net revenues $3,078 $ - $3,078 $3,436 $ - $3,436
Costs of sales 2,324 5 2,319 2,582 9 2,573
Gross margin 754 (5) 759 854 (9) 863
--- --- --- --- --- ---
Selling, general and administrative expenses 430 25 405 446 18 428
Research and development expenditures 366 18 348 384 14 370
Other charges 17 17 - 90 90 -
Intangibles amortization 11 11 - 12 12 -
Operating earnings (loss) (70) (76) 6 (78) (143) 65
--- --- --- --- ---- ---
Other income (expense):
Interest income, net 3 - 3 - - -
Gains on sales of investments - - - 5 - 5
Other, net (2) - (2) (5) - (5)
Total other income (expense) 1 - 1 - - -
--- --- --- --- --- ---
Earnings (loss) before income taxes (69) (76) 7 (78) (143) 65
Income tax expense 17 - 17 2 (2) 4
--- --- --- --- --- ---
Net earnings (loss) (86) (76) (10) (80) (141) 61
=== === === === ==== ===
Basic earnings (loss) per common share $(0.28) $(0.25) $(0.03) $(0.27) $(0.47) $0.20
Diluted earnings (loss) per common share $(0.28) $(0.25) $(0.03) $(0.27) $(0.47) $0.20
Weighted average common shares outstanding
------------------------------------------
Basic 302.4 302.4 302.4 300.2 300.2 300.2
Diluted 302.4 302.4 302.4 300.2 300.2 300.2
----- ----- ----- ----- ----- -----
Percentage of Net Revenues *
---------------------------
Net revenues 100.0% 100.0% 100.0% 100.0%
Costs of sales 75.5% 75.3% 75.1% 74.9%
Gross margin 24.5% 24.7% 24.9% 25.1%
---- ---- ---- ----
Selling, general and administrative expenses 14.0% 13.2% 13.0% 12.5%
Research and development expenditures 11.9% 11.3% 11.2% 10.8%
Other charges 0.6% 0.0% 2.6% 0.0%
Intangibles amortization 0.4% 0.0% 0.3% 0.0%
Operating earnings (loss) -2.3% 0.2% -2.3% 1.9%
---- --- ---- ---
Other income (expense):
Interest income, net 0.1% 0.1% 0.0% 0.0%
Gains on sales of investments 0.0% 0.0% 0.1% 0.1%
Other, net -0.1% -0.1% -0.1% -0.1%
Total other income (expense) 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0%
--- --- --- ---
Earnings (loss) before income taxes -2.2% 0.2% -2.3% 1.9%
Income tax expense 0.6% 0.6% 0.1% 0.1%
--- --- --- ---
Net earnings (loss) -2.8% -0.3% -2.3% 1.8%
---- ---- ---- ---
* Percentages may not add up due to rounding.
Motorola Mobility Holdings, Inc.
GAAP to Non-GAAP Bridge
(In millions, except per share amounts)
Three Months Ended Three Months Ended
March 31, 2012 April 2, 2011
-------------- -------------
GAAP Results Non-GAAP Adjustments Non-GAAP Results GAAP Results Non-GAAP Adjustments Non-GAAP Results
------------ -------------------- ---------------- ------------ -------------------- ----------------
Net revenues $3,078 $ - $3,078 $3,032 $ - $3,032
Costs of sales 2,324 5 2,319 2,277 4 2,273
Gross margin 754 (5) 759 755 (4) 759
--- --- --- --- --- ---
Selling, general and administrative expenses 430 25 405 417 21 396
Research and development expenditures 366 18 348 357 15 342
Other charges 17 17 - 1 - 1
Intangibles amortization 11 11 - 16 16 -
Operating earnings (loss) (70) (76) 6 (36) (56) 20
--- --- --- --- --- ---
Other income (expense):
Interest income (expense), net 3 - 3 2 - 2
Gains on sales of investments - - - - - -
Other, net (2) - (2) (17) - (17)
Total other income (expense) 1 - 1 (15) - (15)
--- --- --- --- --- ---
Earnings (loss) before income taxes (69) (76) 7 (51) (56) 5
Income tax expense 17 - 17 30 - 30
--- --- --- --- --- ---
Net earnings (loss) (86) (76) (10) (81) (56) (25)
=== === === === === ===
Basic earnings (loss) per common share $(0.28) $(0.25) $(0.03) $(0.27) $(0.19) $(0.08)
Diluted earnings (loss) per common share $(0.28) $(0.25) $(0.03) $(0.27) $(0.19) $(0.08)
Weighted average common shares outstanding
------------------------------------------
Basic 302.4 302.4 302.4 294.7 294.7 294.7
Diluted 302.4 302.4 302.4 294.7 294.7 294.7
----- ----- ----- ----- ----- -----
Percentage of Net Revenues *
---------------------------
Net revenues 100.0% 100.0% 100.0% 100.0%
Costs of sales 75.5% 75.3% 75.1% 75.0%
Gross margin 24.5% 24.7% 24.9% 25.0%
---- ---- ---- ----
Selling, general and administrative expenses 14.0% 13.2% 13.8% 13.1%
Research and development expenditures 11.9% 11.3% 11.8% 11.3%
Other charges 0.6% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0%
Intangibles amortization 0.4% 0.0% 0.5% 0.0%
Operating earnings (loss) -2.3% 0.2% -1.2% 0.7%
---- --- ---- ---
Other income (expense):
Interest income (expense), net 0.1% 0.1% 0.1% 0.1%
Gains on sales of investments 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0%
Other, net -0.1% -0.1% -0.6% -0.6%
Total other income (expense) 0.0% 0.0% -0.5% -0.5%
--- --- ---- ----
Earnings (loss) before income taxes -2.2% 0.2% -1.7% 0.2%
Income tax expense 0.6% 0.6% 1.0% 1.0%
--- --- --- ---
Net earnings (loss) -2.8% -0.3% -2.7% -0.8%
---- ---- ---- ----
* Percentages may not add up due to rounding.
Motorola Mobility Holdings, Inc.
Operating Earnings (Loss) after Non-GAAP Adjustments
(In millions)
Q1 2012
-------
TOTAL Mobile Devices Home Other
-------------- ---- -----
Net revenues $3,078 $2,194 $884 $ -
Operating earnings (loss) $(70) $(121) $68 $(17)
------------------------ ---- ----- --- ----
Non-GAAP adjustments
by P&L statement
line: Statement Line
--------------
Merger-related costs
* Other charges (income) 17 - - 17
Stock-based
compensation expense Cost of sales 5 3 2 -
Stock-based
compensation expense SG&A and R&D 43 30 13 -
Intangible assets
amortization expense Intangibles amortization 11 3 8 -
Less: Total non-GAAP adjustments 76 36 23 17
Operating earnings (loss) after non-GAAP adjustments $6 $(85) $91 $ -
---------------------------------------------------- --- ---- --- -------
Operating earnings (loss) as a percentage of net revenues -
GAAP -2.3% -5.5% 7.7% 0.0%
Operating earnings (loss) as a percentage of net revenues -
after non-GAAP adjustments 0.2% -3.9% 10.3% 0.0%
--- ---- ---- ---
* Represents costs incurred at
the corporate level related
to the Company's proposed
merger with Google Inc.
Motorola Mobility Holdings, Inc.
Non-GAAP Adjustments
(In millions, except per share amounts)
Q1 2012
-------
Non-GAAP Adjustments Statement Line Q1 2012 PBT (Inc)/Exp Q1 2012 Tax Inc/
(Exp) Q1 2012 PAT (Inc)/Exp EPS Impact (Incr)/Decr *
-------------------- -------------- --------------------- ----------------- --------------------- ------------------------
GAAP Results $(69) $17 $(86) $(0.28)
---- --- ---- ------
Merger-related costs ** Other charges (income) 17 - 17 (0.06)
Stock-based compensation
expense Cost of sales, SG&A and R&D 48 - 48 (0.16)
Intangible assets
amortization expense Intangibles amortization 11 - 11 (0.04)
Total Impact 76 - 76 (0.25)
Non-GAAP Results $7 $17 $(10) $(0.03)
=== === ==== ======
* EPS impact may not add up
due to rounding.
** Represents costs incurred
at the corporate level
related to the Company's
proposed merger with Google
Inc.
Motorola Mobility Holdings, Inc.
Revenue Mix by Region
(In millions)
Q1 2012
-------
TOTAL Mobile Devices Home
----- -------------- ----
North America 60% 54% 74%
Latin America 17% 21% 10%
Greater China 10% 13% 2%
EMEA 9% 7% 13%
Rest of Asia 4% 5% 1%
Total 100% 100% 100%
----- --- --- ---
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Nissan North America and Sony Computer Entertainment America to Build on Success of GT Academy in Second U.S. Season on Spike TV
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Posted on May 1, 2012 at 3:07:01 PM
Nissan North America and Sony Computer Entertainment America to Build on Success of GT Academy in Second U.S. Season on Spike TV
Non-scripted TV Series Airs on Spike TV, Sony to Offer Free GT Academy 2012 Demo to Gamers
FRANKLIN, Tenn., May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Nissan North America (NNA) will again partner with Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC (SCEA) and Polyphony Digital Inc. for a second season of the popular non-scripted TV series GT Academy in the U.S., airing on Spike TV network later this year.
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GT Academy challenges gamers and racing fans to compete in a series of online time trials in pre-selected Nissan vehicles for a shot at becoming a real racing driver. Last year's competition drew over 53,000 competitors nationwide, with 30-year old Californian Bryan Heitkotter emerging as the winner. Heitkotter has gone on to compete in races for Nissan in the United States, Middle East and Europe.
"Nissan GT Academy is a truly unique opportunity," says 2011 champion Heitkotter. "For me traveling and racing around the world has been an amazing, life changing experience so far, and I know we can achieve even more."
This year's competition promises to reach a much larger gaming audience, as prospective players can download the Sony GT Academy 2012 demo free online via the PlayStation Network (PSN) starting today.
Registration for the GT Academy competition runs from June 11-24 for those who think they can compete for one of the top 32 spots in the finals, to be held in July. From there, the top 16 players in the country will move on to the GT Academy "boot camp," where they will face a week-long series of grueling physical and mental challenges, including getting behind the wheel of actual Nissan cars to prove their driving skills. Along the way, participants will be eliminated until only one remains. The competitors' road to victory will be documented in a multi-episode reality show airing exclusively on Spike TV in late 2012.
Kazunori Yamauchi, President of Polyphony Digital, adds: "It makes me very proud to see the graduates of the GT Academy racing around the world with Nissan. This year we are aiming to make GT Academy bigger and better than ever before and so I am creating a new series of driving challenges open to anyone with a PS3 (terms and conditions will apply). You don't have to be an expert to have a go. Added to that, each country will host live GT Academy entry events to ensure that as many people as possible can enter the 2012 GT Academy."
Jon Brancheau, Vice President of Marketing at NNA said, "Nissan North America is delighted to again partner with Sony Entertainment to give another top-tier video gamer the opportunity to pilot real Nissan racing cars on the track. We are proud of Bryan Heitkotter's development as a racer and look forward to a much larger group of players this year, with the addition of a free online GT Academy demo from PlayStation Network and a larger broadcast audience on Spike TV. Gran Turismo 5 showcases Nissan performance and innovation like no other virtual experience, and it's exciting to see GT Academy bring those attributes to life on the racetrack."
Beginning today, players in the U.S. can download GT Academy 2012 FREE on PlayStation Store through the PlayStation®3. Designed to turn the best Gran Turismo players into real-life race drivers, this year's GT Academy welcomes players of all levels. Each participant will compete in a series of virtual trials, piloting Nissan cars, over an eight-week period in 40 different events. Each round features five events that players can retry as many times as they want. Only the fastest lap times will be recorded and ranked. Rounds 1 and 2 are the first set of trials to open.
The last stage of the eight-week competition will serve as the finale-- Round 8, Event 5 -- where it all boils down to one FINAL online time trial challenge. Only the fastest lap times will go up on the national leader boards, so in order to move up in the rankings, the player must continually improve their performance. Their fastest lap in Round 8, Event 5 will determine if they have what it takes to move on to the GT Academy 2012 National Finals.
For more information about GT Academy please visit: http://us.gran-turismo.com/us/. You can also follow updates on GT Academy on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/GTAcademyNA.
About Nissan North America
In North America, Nissan's operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. Nissan is dedicated to improving the environment under the Nissan Green Program and has been recognized as an ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year in 2010, 2011, and 2012 by the U.S Environmental Protection Agency. More information on Nissan in North America and the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at http://www.NissanUSA.com and http://www.InfinitiUSA.com.
About Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC
Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC continues to redefine the entertainment lifestyle with its PlayStation® and PS one® systems, the PlayStation®2 system, the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, the ground-breaking PlayStation®3 (PS3(TM)) system and its online and network services the PlayStation®Network and PlayStation®Store.
Recognized as the undisputed industry leader, Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC markets the PlayStation family of products and develops, publishes, markets, and distributes software for the PS one, PlayStation 2, PSP and PS3 systems for the North American market. Based in Foster City, California, Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC serves as headquarters for all North American operations and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Visit us on the Web at http://www.us.playstation.com.
About Gran Turismo®
With more than 65 million units sold worldwide, the award-winning Gran Turismo® franchise for the PlayStation®, PlayStation®2 and PLAYSTATION®3 is regarded as the best and most authentic driving simulation ever created due to its true-to-life graphics, physics and real-life cars and tracks. Since the inception of the Gran Turismo franchise, famed creator Kazunori Yamauchi and Polyphony Digital Inc. in Japan have revolutionized the racing category as we know it today. His offerings provide the gamer with the most true-to-life driving simulation within the industry and a unique medium for automotive manufacturers to showcase their products.
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CONTACT: Alex Armour, Consumer Marketing, Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC, 1-858-824-4648, alex_armour@playstation.sony.com; or Steve Yaeger, Nissan North America, Inc., Corporate Communications, +1-615-725-4443, Steve.yaeger@nissan-usa.com
Web Site: http://www.NissanUSA.com
Non-scripted TV Series Airs on Spike TV, Sony to Offer Free GT Academy 2012 Demo to Gamers
FRANKLIN, Tenn., May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Nissan North America (NNA) will again partner with Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC (SCEA) and Polyphony Digital Inc. for a second season of the popular non-scripted TV series GT Academy in the U.S., airing on Spike TV network later this year.
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GT Academy challenges gamers and racing fans to compete in a series of online time trials in pre-selected Nissan vehicles for a shot at becoming a real racing driver. Last year's competition drew over 53,000 competitors nationwide, with 30-year old Californian Bryan Heitkotter emerging as the winner. Heitkotter has gone on to compete in races for Nissan in the United States, Middle East and Europe.
"Nissan GT Academy is a truly unique opportunity," says 2011 champion Heitkotter. "For me traveling and racing around the world has been an amazing, life changing experience so far, and I know we can achieve even more."
This year's competition promises to reach a much larger gaming audience, as prospective players can download the Sony GT Academy 2012 demo free online via the PlayStation Network (PSN) starting today.
Registration for the GT Academy competition runs from June 11-24 for those who think they can compete for one of the top 32 spots in the finals, to be held in July. From there, the top 16 players in the country will move on to the GT Academy "boot camp," where they will face a week-long series of grueling physical and mental challenges, including getting behind the wheel of actual Nissan cars to prove their driving skills. Along the way, participants will be eliminated until only one remains. The competitors' road to victory will be documented in a multi-episode reality show airing exclusively on Spike TV in late 2012.
Kazunori Yamauchi, President of Polyphony Digital, adds: "It makes me very proud to see the graduates of the GT Academy racing around the world with Nissan. This year we are aiming to make GT Academy bigger and better than ever before and so I am creating a new series of driving challenges open to anyone with a PS3 (terms and conditions will apply). You don't have to be an expert to have a go. Added to that, each country will host live GT Academy entry events to ensure that as many people as possible can enter the 2012 GT Academy."
Jon Brancheau, Vice President of Marketing at NNA said, "Nissan North America is delighted to again partner with Sony Entertainment to give another top-tier video gamer the opportunity to pilot real Nissan racing cars on the track. We are proud of Bryan Heitkotter's development as a racer and look forward to a much larger group of players this year, with the addition of a free online GT Academy demo from PlayStation Network and a larger broadcast audience on Spike TV. Gran Turismo 5 showcases Nissan performance and innovation like no other virtual experience, and it's exciting to see GT Academy bring those attributes to life on the racetrack."
Beginning today, players in the U.S. can download GT Academy 2012 FREE on PlayStation Store through the PlayStation®3. Designed to turn the best Gran Turismo players into real-life race drivers, this year's GT Academy welcomes players of all levels. Each participant will compete in a series of virtual trials, piloting Nissan cars, over an eight-week period in 40 different events. Each round features five events that players can retry as many times as they want. Only the fastest lap times will be recorded and ranked. Rounds 1 and 2 are the first set of trials to open.
The last stage of the eight-week competition will serve as the finale-- Round 8, Event 5 -- where it all boils down to one FINAL online time trial challenge. Only the fastest lap times will go up on the national leader boards, so in order to move up in the rankings, the player must continually improve their performance. Their fastest lap in Round 8, Event 5 will determine if they have what it takes to move on to the GT Academy 2012 National Finals.
For more information about GT Academy please visit: http://us.gran-turismo.com/us/. You can also follow updates on GT Academy on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/GTAcademyNA.
About Nissan North America
In North America, Nissan's operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. Nissan is dedicated to improving the environment under the Nissan Green Program and has been recognized as an ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year in 2010, 2011, and 2012 by the U.S Environmental Protection Agency. More information on Nissan in North America and the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at http://www.NissanUSA.com and http://www.InfinitiUSA.com.
About Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC
Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC continues to redefine the entertainment lifestyle with its PlayStation® and PS one® systems, the PlayStation®2 system, the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, the ground-breaking PlayStation®3 (PS3(TM)) system and its online and network services the PlayStation®Network and PlayStation®Store.
Recognized as the undisputed industry leader, Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC markets the PlayStation family of products and develops, publishes, markets, and distributes software for the PS one, PlayStation 2, PSP and PS3 systems for the North American market. Based in Foster City, California, Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC serves as headquarters for all North American operations and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Visit us on the Web at http://www.us.playstation.com.
About Gran Turismo®
With more than 65 million units sold worldwide, the award-winning Gran Turismo® franchise for the PlayStation®, PlayStation®2 and PLAYSTATION®3 is regarded as the best and most authentic driving simulation ever created due to its true-to-life graphics, physics and real-life cars and tracks. Since the inception of the Gran Turismo franchise, famed creator Kazunori Yamauchi and Polyphony Digital Inc. in Japan have revolutionized the racing category as we know it today. His offerings provide the gamer with the most true-to-life driving simulation within the industry and a unique medium for automotive manufacturers to showcase their products.
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CONTACT: Alex Armour, Consumer Marketing, Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC, 1-858-824-4648, alex_armour@playstation.sony.com; or Steve Yaeger, Nissan North America, Inc., Corporate Communications, +1-615-725-4443, Steve.yaeger@nissan-usa.com
Web Site: http://www.NissanUSA.com
CLI Custom Cloud Client Released
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on May 1, 2012 at 2:42:01 PM
CLI Custom Cloud Client Released
PLACENTIA, Calif., May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Computer Lab International, Inc. (CLI, Inc.) the innovative leader in thin client solutions announces their newest client, the CLI Cloud Client. The CLI Cloud Client was developed from the Ubuntu operating system. This provides flexibility to use any desired application such as a local browser, VMView, Quest vWorkspace, Citrix Receiver, Remote Desktop, legacy terminal emulation, or any combination. More importantly it also provides future proofing by accommodating new applications and revisions as they become mainstream.
CLI gives your organization the ability to create a custom cloud image from a large selection of Linux applications and automate deployment to countless clients within minutes. This device auto-configures to the specified Cloud image securely via the Cloud. The most effective cloud client solution on the market that combines security, flexibility, and customization for function on private cloud networks and public clouds.
Key Features:
-Optimized Operating System
-Custom Cloud Configuration
-Automated Image Deployment
The CLI Custom Cloud Client: It's all about automatically delivering the application users need securely via the Cloud on a high-performance compact footprint Cloud Client hardware.
ABOUT CLI
Computer Lab International (CLI), innovator in thin client solutions provides an exceptional hardware/software solution that focuses on Green IT, cloud computing as well as desktop virtualization. Our mission is to help enhance your system security and simplicity while lowering your desktop support costs, increasing productivity and maximizing your budget.
Thomas Fei
President
Computer Lab International
714-572-8000
info@computerlab.com
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Computer Lab International, Inc.
PLACENTIA, Calif., May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Computer Lab International, Inc. (CLI, Inc.) the innovative leader in thin client solutions announces their newest client, the CLI Cloud Client. The CLI Cloud Client was developed from the Ubuntu operating system. This provides flexibility to use any desired application such as a local browser, VMView, Quest vWorkspace, Citrix Receiver, Remote Desktop, legacy terminal emulation, or any combination. More importantly it also provides future proofing by accommodating new applications and revisions as they become mainstream.
CLI gives your organization the ability to create a custom cloud image from a large selection of Linux applications and automate deployment to countless clients within minutes. This device auto-configures to the specified Cloud image securely via the Cloud. The most effective cloud client solution on the market that combines security, flexibility, and customization for function on private cloud networks and public clouds.
Key Features:
-Optimized Operating System
-Custom Cloud Configuration
-Automated Image Deployment
The CLI Custom Cloud Client: It's all about automatically delivering the application users need securely via the Cloud on a high-performance compact footprint Cloud Client hardware.
ABOUT CLI
Computer Lab International (CLI), innovator in thin client solutions provides an exceptional hardware/software solution that focuses on Green IT, cloud computing as well as desktop virtualization. Our mission is to help enhance your system security and simplicity while lowering your desktop support costs, increasing productivity and maximizing your budget.
Thomas Fei
President
Computer Lab International
714-572-8000
info@computerlab.com
SOURCE Computer Lab International, Inc.
Computer Lab International, Inc.
Zions Direct Announces Municipal Bond Auction Results through April 27, 2012
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on May 1, 2012 at 2:21:01 PM
Zions Direct Announces Municipal Bond Auction Results through April 27, 2012
Auctions of Municipal Bonds for week ending April 27, 2012
SALT LAKE CITY, May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Zions Direct, the online broker-dealer that allows its customers to purchase municipal bonds in its daily web-based auctions, announces its weekly auction results. In auctions closed from April 23, 2012 to April 27, 2012, investors purchasing municipal bonds in the auctions received average tax-exempt yields 0.57 percentage points, or 57 basis points, higher than similar bonds as reported by the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB).
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Zions Direct, in conjunction with BondDesk Group LLC, regularly publishes a Market Snapshot for investors to help understand the current bond market, summarizing current weighted-average yields of investment-grade municipal and corporate bonds. Findings are compared against similar securities auctioned at Zions Direct Auctions. Since February 2007, Zions Direct has auctioned over 1.1 billion dollars in more than 5,000 fixed-income auctions.
ZIONS DIRECT / BONDDESK® MARKET SNAPSHOT
Municipal Bonds' Average Yields Trade Data (source: MSRB)
2012 - 2013 2013 2014 2015 2017 2019 2022
----------- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ----
Rating <9mo 1 yr 2 yr 3 yr 5 yr 7 yr 10 yr
------ ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- -----
AAA 0.32% 0.35% 0.42% 0.63% 0.95% 1.29% 1.83%
--- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ----
AA 0.43% 0.40% 0.54% 0.90% 1.09% 1.62% 2.15%
--- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ----
A 0.66% 0.57% 0.78% 1.10% 1.58% 2.19% 2.74%
--- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ----
BBB 0.81% 0.52% 1.55% 2.07% 2.30% 3.29% 3.49%
--- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ----
Insured AAA-AA 0.49% 0.45% 0.61% 0.78% 1.24% 1.76% 1.91%
-------------- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ----
Municipal Bond Auction Comparison Data (auction data from auctions.zionsdirect.com)
Issuer Term Rating Auction Yield MSRB Difference
------ ---- ------ ------------- ---- ----------
Avg Yield (basis points)
--------- -------------
Energy
Northwest,
WA Rev 2 Month AA 0.93% 0.43% 50
----------- ------- --- ---- ---- ---
Colorado Ed
& Cult Fac
Auth, Rev 10 Month Insured A 1.30% 0.45% 85
----------- -------- --------- ---- ---- ---
State of
Washington,
COP 14 Month Insured AA 1.27% 0.45% 82
------------ -------- ---------- ---- ---- ---
Utah St Brd
of Rgts, UT
Rev 15 Month Insured AA 1.22% 0.45% 77
------------ -------- ---------- ---- ---- ---
Falls
Church, VA
GO 3 Month Insured AA 0.83% 0.49% 34
----------- ------- ---------- ---- ---- ---
Texas State
Univ Sys,
TX Rev 11 Month AA 1.23% 0.40% 83
----------- -------- --- ---- ---- ---
Sacramento
Co Wtr
Auth, CA
Rev 13 Month Insured AA 1.29% 0.45% 84
---------- -------- ---------- ---- ---- ---
Centerville,
UT Rev 4.5 Year AA 1.66% 1.09% 57
------------ -------- --- ---- ---- ---
Platte River
Pwr Auth,
CO Rev 1 Month AA 0.78% 0.43% 35
------------ ------- --- ---- ---- ---
Rancho Wtr
Dist Fin
Auth, CA
Rev 3 Month Insured AA 0.78% 0.49% 29
---------- ------- ---------- ---- ---- ---
St Charles
Mesa Wtr
Dist, CO
Rev 7 Month Insured BBB 0.71% 0.49% 22
---------- ------- ----------- ---- ---- ---
Chandler, AZ
GO 2 Month AAA 0.73% 0.32% 41
------------ ------- --- ---- ---- ---
Reynolds Sch
Dist #7, OR
GO 1 Month AA 0.70% 0.43% 27
------------ ------- --- ---- ---- ---
Phoenix, AZ
Rev 2 Month Insured AA 0.60% 0.49% 11
----------- ------- ---------- ---- ---- ---
Issaquah, WA
GO 19 Month AA 1.34% 0.54% 80
------------ -------- --- ---- ---- ---
Portland, OR
GO 6 Year AAA 1.98% 1.29% 69
------------ ------ --- ---- ---- ---
Charlotte,
NC Cop 1 Month AA 0.90% 0.43% 47
---------- ------- --- ---- ---- ---
Orange Wtr &
Swr Auth,
NC Rev 2 Month AA 0.89% 0.43% 46
------------ ------- --- ---- ---- ---
Sharyland
Indep Sch
Dist, TX GO 9 Month Insured AAA 0.90% 0.45% 45
------------ ------- ----------- ---- ---- ---
Brevard Cnty
Sch Brd, FL
COP 3 Year Insured AA 2.15% 0.78% 137
------------ ------ ---------- ---- ---- ---
Average
Difference 57
----------- ---
For more information on Zions Direct and the BondDesk Market Snapshot go to zionsdirect.com to sign up to receive the free weekly newsletter or visit think.zionsdirect.com to view a Market Snapshot archive.
THE INFORMATION IN THE MARKET SNAPSHOT IS NOT INTENDED TO SERVE AS THE BASIS FOR INVESTMENT DECISIONS. PAST PERFORMANCE IS NOT AN INDICATION OF FUTURE RESULTS.
About Zions Direct
Zions Direct is a broker-dealer that specializes in offering securities for self-directed and fixed income-focused investors. Zions Direct allows retail investors to buy FDIC-insured certificates of deposit, corporate and municipal bonds, and other investment products through its web-based Bond Store and auction platforms. In addition, clients can invest in stocks, mutual funds, and exchange-traded funds online or through a Zions Direct financial representative.
About BondDesk Group LLC
BondDesk Group LLC is a financial technology firm, providing enterprise-wide fixed income solutions to many of the top broker-dealers in North America. The BondDesk Alternative Trading System (ATS), run by BondDesk Trading LLC, connects broker-dealers through a centralized marketplace by offering a diverse pool of liquidity for odd-lot fixed income securities in multiple asset classes. The BondDesk ATS executes over 20,000 transactions per day by providing 2,000 broker-dealers access to 35,000 live and executable offerings from over 100 premier fixed income dealers. In addition, BondDesk Group is a leading provider of innovative fixed income wealth management solutions, advisor workstations and fixed income analytical tools and applications.
Market Snapshot Information Disclaimer
MSRB bond trade data displayed as weighted average yield. Municipal bond information from MSRB as of April 27, 2012. The Trade Data was developed by BondDesk Group based on information from MSRB's Real-Time Transaction Reporting System, and excludes transactions in taxable bonds. Auction information from auctions.zionsdirect.com as of April 27, 2012. The aggregate rating for each bond is based on average ratings from Moody's and S&P (when available).
Although information in this Market Snapshot is believed to be reliable, Zions Direct and BondDesk make no express or implied warranties of any kind regarding this information, including as to its accuracy or completeness. Auction data excludes bonds in undersubscribed auctions. Any specific weekly results may be heavily influenced by large, atypical volatility, trade volume, or other unusual investing events.
Municipal bonds are exempt from federal tax and may or may not be tax-exempt in individual states. The inclusion of municipal bonds selected by tax-exempt status is generated from pertinent federal tax attributes as populated from Muller, IDC, and/or BD ATS data sources.
Terms are defined as follows: < 9 months = anything up to .75 years to maturity; 1 year = anything greater than 0.75 years up to 1.5 years to maturity; 2 years = anything greater than 1.5 years up to 2.5 years to maturity; 3 years = anything greater than 2.5 years up to 4 years to maturity; 5 years = anything greater than 4 years up to 6 years to maturity; 7 years = anything greater than 6 years up to 8.5 years to maturity; 10 years = anything greater than 8.5 years up to 11.5 years to maturity.
Investment products and services offered through Zions Direct, member of FINRA/SIPC, a non-bank subsidiary of Zions Bank are NOT insured by the FDIC or any federal or state governmental agency, are NOT deposits or other obligations of, or guaranteed by, Zions Bancorporation or its affiliates, and MAY be subject to investment risks, including the possible loss of principal value or amount invested.
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Zions Direct
CONTACT: Russell Fisher, Vice President, +1-801-844-7826, or Alison Andersen, Communications Officer, +1-801-844-7710
Web Site: http://www.zionsdirect.com
Auctions of Municipal Bonds for week ending April 27, 2012
SALT LAKE CITY, May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Zions Direct, the online broker-dealer that allows its customers to purchase municipal bonds in its daily web-based auctions, announces its weekly auction results. In auctions closed from April 23, 2012 to April 27, 2012, investors purchasing municipal bonds in the auctions received average tax-exempt yields 0.57 percentage points, or 57 basis points, higher than similar bonds as reported by the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB).
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110914/SF68814LOGO)
Zions Direct, in conjunction with BondDesk Group LLC, regularly publishes a Market Snapshot for investors to help understand the current bond market, summarizing current weighted-average yields of investment-grade municipal and corporate bonds. Findings are compared against similar securities auctioned at Zions Direct Auctions. Since February 2007, Zions Direct has auctioned over 1.1 billion dollars in more than 5,000 fixed-income auctions.
ZIONS DIRECT / BONDDESK® MARKET SNAPSHOT
Municipal Bonds' Average Yields Trade Data (source: MSRB)
2012 - 2013 2013 2014 2015 2017 2019 2022
----------- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ----
Rating <9mo 1 yr 2 yr 3 yr 5 yr 7 yr 10 yr
------ ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- -----
AAA 0.32% 0.35% 0.42% 0.63% 0.95% 1.29% 1.83%
--- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ----
AA 0.43% 0.40% 0.54% 0.90% 1.09% 1.62% 2.15%
--- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ----
A 0.66% 0.57% 0.78% 1.10% 1.58% 2.19% 2.74%
--- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ----
BBB 0.81% 0.52% 1.55% 2.07% 2.30% 3.29% 3.49%
--- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ----
Insured AAA-AA 0.49% 0.45% 0.61% 0.78% 1.24% 1.76% 1.91%
-------------- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ----
Municipal Bond Auction Comparison Data (auction data from auctions.zionsdirect.com)
Issuer Term Rating Auction Yield MSRB Difference
------ ---- ------ ------------- ---- ----------
Avg Yield (basis points)
--------- -------------
Energy
Northwest,
WA Rev 2 Month AA 0.93% 0.43% 50
----------- ------- --- ---- ---- ---
Colorado Ed
& Cult Fac
Auth, Rev 10 Month Insured A 1.30% 0.45% 85
----------- -------- --------- ---- ---- ---
State of
Washington,
COP 14 Month Insured AA 1.27% 0.45% 82
------------ -------- ---------- ---- ---- ---
Utah St Brd
of Rgts, UT
Rev 15 Month Insured AA 1.22% 0.45% 77
------------ -------- ---------- ---- ---- ---
Falls
Church, VA
GO 3 Month Insured AA 0.83% 0.49% 34
----------- ------- ---------- ---- ---- ---
Texas State
Univ Sys,
TX Rev 11 Month AA 1.23% 0.40% 83
----------- -------- --- ---- ---- ---
Sacramento
Co Wtr
Auth, CA
Rev 13 Month Insured AA 1.29% 0.45% 84
---------- -------- ---------- ---- ---- ---
Centerville,
UT Rev 4.5 Year AA 1.66% 1.09% 57
------------ -------- --- ---- ---- ---
Platte River
Pwr Auth,
CO Rev 1 Month AA 0.78% 0.43% 35
------------ ------- --- ---- ---- ---
Rancho Wtr
Dist Fin
Auth, CA
Rev 3 Month Insured AA 0.78% 0.49% 29
---------- ------- ---------- ---- ---- ---
St Charles
Mesa Wtr
Dist, CO
Rev 7 Month Insured BBB 0.71% 0.49% 22
---------- ------- ----------- ---- ---- ---
Chandler, AZ
GO 2 Month AAA 0.73% 0.32% 41
------------ ------- --- ---- ---- ---
Reynolds Sch
Dist #7, OR
GO 1 Month AA 0.70% 0.43% 27
------------ ------- --- ---- ---- ---
Phoenix, AZ
Rev 2 Month Insured AA 0.60% 0.49% 11
----------- ------- ---------- ---- ---- ---
Issaquah, WA
GO 19 Month AA 1.34% 0.54% 80
------------ -------- --- ---- ---- ---
Portland, OR
GO 6 Year AAA 1.98% 1.29% 69
------------ ------ --- ---- ---- ---
Charlotte,
NC Cop 1 Month AA 0.90% 0.43% 47
---------- ------- --- ---- ---- ---
Orange Wtr &
Swr Auth,
NC Rev 2 Month AA 0.89% 0.43% 46
------------ ------- --- ---- ---- ---
Sharyland
Indep Sch
Dist, TX GO 9 Month Insured AAA 0.90% 0.45% 45
------------ ------- ----------- ---- ---- ---
Brevard Cnty
Sch Brd, FL
COP 3 Year Insured AA 2.15% 0.78% 137
------------ ------ ---------- ---- ---- ---
Average
Difference 57
----------- ---
For more information on Zions Direct and the BondDesk Market Snapshot go to zionsdirect.com to sign up to receive the free weekly newsletter or visit think.zionsdirect.com to view a Market Snapshot archive.
THE INFORMATION IN THE MARKET SNAPSHOT IS NOT INTENDED TO SERVE AS THE BASIS FOR INVESTMENT DECISIONS. PAST PERFORMANCE IS NOT AN INDICATION OF FUTURE RESULTS.
About Zions Direct
Zions Direct is a broker-dealer that specializes in offering securities for self-directed and fixed income-focused investors. Zions Direct allows retail investors to buy FDIC-insured certificates of deposit, corporate and municipal bonds, and other investment products through its web-based Bond Store and auction platforms. In addition, clients can invest in stocks, mutual funds, and exchange-traded funds online or through a Zions Direct financial representative.
About BondDesk Group LLC
BondDesk Group LLC is a financial technology firm, providing enterprise-wide fixed income solutions to many of the top broker-dealers in North America. The BondDesk Alternative Trading System (ATS), run by BondDesk Trading LLC, connects broker-dealers through a centralized marketplace by offering a diverse pool of liquidity for odd-lot fixed income securities in multiple asset classes. The BondDesk ATS executes over 20,000 transactions per day by providing 2,000 broker-dealers access to 35,000 live and executable offerings from over 100 premier fixed income dealers. In addition, BondDesk Group is a leading provider of innovative fixed income wealth management solutions, advisor workstations and fixed income analytical tools and applications.
Market Snapshot Information Disclaimer
MSRB bond trade data displayed as weighted average yield. Municipal bond information from MSRB as of April 27, 2012. The Trade Data was developed by BondDesk Group based on information from MSRB's Real-Time Transaction Reporting System, and excludes transactions in taxable bonds. Auction information from auctions.zionsdirect.com as of April 27, 2012. The aggregate rating for each bond is based on average ratings from Moody's and S&P (when available).
Although information in this Market Snapshot is believed to be reliable, Zions Direct and BondDesk make no express or implied warranties of any kind regarding this information, including as to its accuracy or completeness. Auction data excludes bonds in undersubscribed auctions. Any specific weekly results may be heavily influenced by large, atypical volatility, trade volume, or other unusual investing events.
Municipal bonds are exempt from federal tax and may or may not be tax-exempt in individual states. The inclusion of municipal bonds selected by tax-exempt status is generated from pertinent federal tax attributes as populated from Muller, IDC, and/or BD ATS data sources.
Terms are defined as follows: < 9 months = anything up to .75 years to maturity; 1 year = anything greater than 0.75 years up to 1.5 years to maturity; 2 years = anything greater than 1.5 years up to 2.5 years to maturity; 3 years = anything greater than 2.5 years up to 4 years to maturity; 5 years = anything greater than 4 years up to 6 years to maturity; 7 years = anything greater than 6 years up to 8.5 years to maturity; 10 years = anything greater than 8.5 years up to 11.5 years to maturity.
Investment products and services offered through Zions Direct, member of FINRA/SIPC, a non-bank subsidiary of Zions Bank are NOT insured by the FDIC or any federal or state governmental agency, are NOT deposits or other obligations of, or guaranteed by, Zions Bancorporation or its affiliates, and MAY be subject to investment risks, including the possible loss of principal value or amount invested.
SOURCE Zions Direct
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Zions Direct
CONTACT: Russell Fisher, Vice President, +1-801-844-7826, or Alison Andersen, Communications Officer, +1-801-844-7710
Web Site: http://www.zionsdirect.com
Comtel Global Services (CGS), LLC through CirriusImpact, now offers two new cloud-based solutions, BDR and EHR Technology
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on May 1, 2012 at 2:14:01 PM
Comtel Global Services (CGS), LLC through CirriusImpact, now offers two new cloud-based solutions, BDR and EHR Technology
EDISON, N.J., May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Comtel Global Services (CGS), LLC through CirriusImpact, is now offering two new cloud-based solutions, Backup Disaster Recovery (BDR) and Electronic Health Records (EHR) technology, adding to its comprehensive suite of Contact Center applications and its Hybrid and MSP hosted business models.
In 2011, CirriusImpact, in partnership with NICE Systems and Presence Technology, announced its state-of-the-art cloud-based hosted facility to provide SMBs with full multi-channel communication capabilities. CirriusImpact clients (with solutions covering less than 100 Saas licenses to more than 1500 licenses) were able to interact with customers via voice, email, web chat, SMS, and social media channels, as well as voice and data interactions, call recording, quality management (QM), workforce management (WFM), Interaction Analytics (IA), real-time dashboards and customized reports. Based on our current success and market demand, CirriusImpact is expanding its cloud-based offerings.
With BDR, CirriusImapct is providing enterprise-level data protection for every operating system and application on any server, virtual or physical. Its backup and disaster recovery solutions protects mission-critical applications so that companies return online quickly without loss of data or degradation in customer service. CirriusImpact supports HIPAA compliance in healthcare and SOX/GLB compliance in financial services with the capability to meet the specialized compliance and regulatory demands of any business.
CirrisImpact has also expanded our solutions to include EHR technology to any entity that generates and maintains patient records. CirriusImpact offers a complete suite of end-to-end EHR management solutions designed to improve operational efficiency and patient care for physician's Offices, clinics, and any healthcare provider looking to better manage their business.
In addition to the cloud offering, CirriusImpact offers two new IT business models, the Hybrid and Managed Service Provider (MSP) model. The Hybrid model is designed for those companies seeking to utilize their current IT infrastructure while cost-effectively expanding functionalities through the cloud. The MSP model is for those companies that desire Saas solutions offered by CirriusImpact but prefer to maintain the infrastructure on-premise with CirriusImpact managing the solution.
As a result of this flexibility of fully hosted to hybrid to MSP, CirriusImpact is able to provide advanced solutions to companies with limited capital expense budgets. Said Mr. Teichman, President of CGS, "We have earned a reputation as a trusted, cost-effective partner for organizations seeking rapid implementation and immediate value through a cloud-based, interaction management solution."
To learn more about CirriusImpact, visit http://www.cirriusimpact.com or call 866-411-0123.
About CGS:
CirriusImpact is managed by CGS, an expert in contact center service delivery, offers a modular portfolio of flexible solutions. The CGS data center is built to government specifications, redundant at all levels, and segmented by client, ensuring the highest level of security.
CGS, LLC has been providing operation, hosting, and sales execution services since 2003. Operating out of Edison, New Jersey, CGS has an experienced technical operations facility and a team of experienced IT consultants with a proven track record to help businesses get the most from their IT investment.
About NICE Systems:
NICE Systems, serving over 25,000 organizations in more than 150 countries, including more than 80 of the Fortune 100 companies, is the worldwide leader of intent-based solutions that capture and analyze interactions and transactions, realize intent, and extract and leverage insights to deliver impact in real time. http://www.nice.com.
About Presence Technology:
Presence Technology is a multinational software company that specializes in advanced productivity solutions for contact centers. Their software solutions have set the bar for optimizing contact center efficiency and effectiveness. http://www.presenceco.com
SOURCE Comtel Global Services
Comtel Global Services
CONTACT: Yossi Teichman, CirriusImpact, yossiT@CirriusImpact.com
Web Site: http://www.cirriusimpact.com
EDISON, N.J., May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Comtel Global Services (CGS), LLC through CirriusImpact, is now offering two new cloud-based solutions, Backup Disaster Recovery (BDR) and Electronic Health Records (EHR) technology, adding to its comprehensive suite of Contact Center applications and its Hybrid and MSP hosted business models.
In 2011, CirriusImpact, in partnership with NICE Systems and Presence Technology, announced its state-of-the-art cloud-based hosted facility to provide SMBs with full multi-channel communication capabilities. CirriusImpact clients (with solutions covering less than 100 Saas licenses to more than 1500 licenses) were able to interact with customers via voice, email, web chat, SMS, and social media channels, as well as voice and data interactions, call recording, quality management (QM), workforce management (WFM), Interaction Analytics (IA), real-time dashboards and customized reports. Based on our current success and market demand, CirriusImpact is expanding its cloud-based offerings.
With BDR, CirriusImapct is providing enterprise-level data protection for every operating system and application on any server, virtual or physical. Its backup and disaster recovery solutions protects mission-critical applications so that companies return online quickly without loss of data or degradation in customer service. CirriusImpact supports HIPAA compliance in healthcare and SOX/GLB compliance in financial services with the capability to meet the specialized compliance and regulatory demands of any business.
CirrisImpact has also expanded our solutions to include EHR technology to any entity that generates and maintains patient records. CirriusImpact offers a complete suite of end-to-end EHR management solutions designed to improve operational efficiency and patient care for physician's Offices, clinics, and any healthcare provider looking to better manage their business.
In addition to the cloud offering, CirriusImpact offers two new IT business models, the Hybrid and Managed Service Provider (MSP) model. The Hybrid model is designed for those companies seeking to utilize their current IT infrastructure while cost-effectively expanding functionalities through the cloud. The MSP model is for those companies that desire Saas solutions offered by CirriusImpact but prefer to maintain the infrastructure on-premise with CirriusImpact managing the solution.
As a result of this flexibility of fully hosted to hybrid to MSP, CirriusImpact is able to provide advanced solutions to companies with limited capital expense budgets. Said Mr. Teichman, President of CGS, "We have earned a reputation as a trusted, cost-effective partner for organizations seeking rapid implementation and immediate value through a cloud-based, interaction management solution."
To learn more about CirriusImpact, visit http://www.cirriusimpact.com or call 866-411-0123.
About CGS:
CirriusImpact is managed by CGS, an expert in contact center service delivery, offers a modular portfolio of flexible solutions. The CGS data center is built to government specifications, redundant at all levels, and segmented by client, ensuring the highest level of security.
CGS, LLC has been providing operation, hosting, and sales execution services since 2003. Operating out of Edison, New Jersey, CGS has an experienced technical operations facility and a team of experienced IT consultants with a proven track record to help businesses get the most from their IT investment.
About NICE Systems:
NICE Systems, serving over 25,000 organizations in more than 150 countries, including more than 80 of the Fortune 100 companies, is the worldwide leader of intent-based solutions that capture and analyze interactions and transactions, realize intent, and extract and leverage insights to deliver impact in real time. http://www.nice.com.
About Presence Technology:
Presence Technology is a multinational software company that specializes in advanced productivity solutions for contact centers. Their software solutions have set the bar for optimizing contact center efficiency and effectiveness. http://www.presenceco.com
SOURCE Comtel Global Services
Comtel Global Services
CONTACT: Yossi Teichman, CirriusImpact, yossiT@CirriusImpact.com
Web Site: http://www.cirriusimpact.com
Zlango Introduces World's First Virtual Store for Mobile Messaging
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on May 1, 2012 at 12:49:01 PM
Zlango Introduces World's First Virtual Store for Mobile Messaging
Virtual Goods Designed to Bring Emotionally Explosive Messaging to Users' Daily Texting
SAN FRANCISCO, May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Zlango, the pioneering leader in image-rich mobile messaging, today announced the launch of its Virtual Goods Store for mobile messaging. Users can add personalization and visual expression to every-day texting with image-rich, high impact text message icons from Zlango. The store contains icon packs designed to reflect spoken language, jargon and popular culture.
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120501/CG98453-a)
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120501/CG98453-b)
With over 5 million active users, Zlango is leading the fast-growing movement of revolutionizing the way individuals communicate via text messaging. The initial premium packs available in the Zlango Store include the Freestyle, Fantasy, GTL, Hitched, Anime, Western, Ocean, India and two branded packs including "The Walking Dead" and "Terminator2" -- offering every Zlango user a way to mix personal style and expression with everyday communication.
"Zlango's new Virtual Goods Packs enable our users to easily upgrade their personal messaging experience with unique branded content," said Roni Haim, CEO, Zlango. "Our new Virtual Goods content allows a personalized expression for every user, in every mood. Whether you are a Terminator fan or if you prefer Anime, Zlango takes the boring out of basic texting and replaces it with image-rich and emotionally explosive messaging."
Zlango's Premium Packs can be found in its Virtual Store for mobile messaging. The Virtual Store is based on virtual currency with a variety of image-rich images that are seamlessly integrated within messages to add personal visual expression to daily text communication. Zlango will continue to offer a growing variety of free content. The Zlango messaging application including the Virtual Store is free to download and use, available from Google Play here.
Zlango is the first messaging app to drive donations to an environmental cause, with 100% of proceeds generated by the "Oceans Pack" going directly to the Surfrider Foundation, a non-profit grassroots organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of our world's oceans, waves and beaches.
"We are excited to be partnering with Zlango and their Virtual Goods launch to raise awareness and funding for key coastal environmental issues," said Jim Moriarty, CEO, Surfrider Foundation. "Thanks to the innovative nature of Zlango mobile messaging, we'll be able to reach a new audience and expand our network."
Haim commented, "Releasing premium packs, especially in partnership with the Surfrider Foundation, is our way of giving back to the earth and sharing the benefit with a great cause that, like Zlango, is committed to enhancing our daily quality of life."
Zlango's ZlangOut(TM) feature also enables users to post image-rich updates directly Facebook and Twitter, sharing high-impact, unique expressions and images purchased from the Zlango Virtual Store.
Haim continued, "The overall market for virtual goods in the US is headed towards $2.9 billion for 2012, climbing steeply from $2.2 billion in 2011, and $1.6 billion in 2010, according to the Inside Virtual Goods Report. Bringing our unique image-rich expression to the huge mobile messaging market via this rapidly growing virtual goods phenomenon enables an entirely new level of personal communication for users."
With support for more than 25 languages and deployment in over 20 countries, Zlango is increasingly becoming the preferred enhanced messaging service throughout Europe, Asia and the U.S.
Useful links:
Zlango can be downloaded for free from Google Play here.
The app is also coming soon for Apple iOS - sign up for an early invitation here.
See Zlango with the Virtual Goods store in action in this video demo here.
To learn more about Zlango unique text messaging solutions, visit http://www.zlango.com.
About Zlango
Zlango is leading the evolution of texting with image-rich, emotionally engaging messaging that reflects spoken language, slang and culture. Zlango enhances words with sequential animated icons, creating a better texting experience, with advanced messaging features that combine fun, color and personal expression. Localized for each market's language, slang and culture, Zlango's platform and niche themed packs and Skinz(TM), including The Walking Dead and Terminator 2 among other branded and exclusive packs of images for mobile messaging, are updated regularly with fresh new content. Zlango offer hundreds of unique icons and SkinZ(TM) for free, in addition to an exclusive range of premium content from the Virtual Store inside the Zlango messaging application. Zlango also enables image-rich updates direct to Facebook and Twitter via the ZlangOut feature inside the application. Available direct to consumers in the US, and via major mobile operators and content providers around the world, Zlango supports hundreds of Android, Nokia Symbian, BlackBerry, and J2ME devices. Zlango is localized in 25+ languages across 20 countries and currently has over 5 million active users who send over 670 million mobile messages monthly in the US alone. For more information, visit http://www.zlango.com.
About Surfrider Foundation
The Surfrider Foundation is a non-profit grassroots organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of our world's oceans, waves and beaches through a powerful activist network. Founded in 1984 by a handful of visionary surfers in Malibu, California, the Surfrider Foundation now maintains over 250,000 supporters, activists and members worldwide. For more information on the Surfrider Foundation, visit http://www.surfrider.org.
SOURCE Zlango
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Zlango
CONTACT: Hanni Itah of SSPR, +1-847-415-9324, hitah@sspr.com, for Zlango
Web Site: http://www.surfrider.org
Virtual Goods Designed to Bring Emotionally Explosive Messaging to Users' Daily Texting
SAN FRANCISCO, May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Zlango, the pioneering leader in image-rich mobile messaging, today announced the launch of its Virtual Goods Store for mobile messaging. Users can add personalization and visual expression to every-day texting with image-rich, high impact text message icons from Zlango. The store contains icon packs designed to reflect spoken language, jargon and popular culture.
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120501/CG98453-a)
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120501/CG98453-b)
With over 5 million active users, Zlango is leading the fast-growing movement of revolutionizing the way individuals communicate via text messaging. The initial premium packs available in the Zlango Store include the Freestyle, Fantasy, GTL, Hitched, Anime, Western, Ocean, India and two branded packs including "The Walking Dead" and "Terminator2" -- offering every Zlango user a way to mix personal style and expression with everyday communication.
"Zlango's new Virtual Goods Packs enable our users to easily upgrade their personal messaging experience with unique branded content," said Roni Haim, CEO, Zlango. "Our new Virtual Goods content allows a personalized expression for every user, in every mood. Whether you are a Terminator fan or if you prefer Anime, Zlango takes the boring out of basic texting and replaces it with image-rich and emotionally explosive messaging."
Zlango's Premium Packs can be found in its Virtual Store for mobile messaging. The Virtual Store is based on virtual currency with a variety of image-rich images that are seamlessly integrated within messages to add personal visual expression to daily text communication. Zlango will continue to offer a growing variety of free content. The Zlango messaging application including the Virtual Store is free to download and use, available from Google Play here.
Zlango is the first messaging app to drive donations to an environmental cause, with 100% of proceeds generated by the "Oceans Pack" going directly to the Surfrider Foundation, a non-profit grassroots organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of our world's oceans, waves and beaches.
"We are excited to be partnering with Zlango and their Virtual Goods launch to raise awareness and funding for key coastal environmental issues," said Jim Moriarty, CEO, Surfrider Foundation. "Thanks to the innovative nature of Zlango mobile messaging, we'll be able to reach a new audience and expand our network."
Haim commented, "Releasing premium packs, especially in partnership with the Surfrider Foundation, is our way of giving back to the earth and sharing the benefit with a great cause that, like Zlango, is committed to enhancing our daily quality of life."
Zlango's ZlangOut(TM) feature also enables users to post image-rich updates directly Facebook and Twitter, sharing high-impact, unique expressions and images purchased from the Zlango Virtual Store.
Haim continued, "The overall market for virtual goods in the US is headed towards $2.9 billion for 2012, climbing steeply from $2.2 billion in 2011, and $1.6 billion in 2010, according to the Inside Virtual Goods Report. Bringing our unique image-rich expression to the huge mobile messaging market via this rapidly growing virtual goods phenomenon enables an entirely new level of personal communication for users."
With support for more than 25 languages and deployment in over 20 countries, Zlango is increasingly becoming the preferred enhanced messaging service throughout Europe, Asia and the U.S.
Useful links:
Zlango can be downloaded for free from Google Play here.
The app is also coming soon for Apple iOS - sign up for an early invitation here.
See Zlango with the Virtual Goods store in action in this video demo here.
To learn more about Zlango unique text messaging solutions, visit http://www.zlango.com.
About Zlango
Zlango is leading the evolution of texting with image-rich, emotionally engaging messaging that reflects spoken language, slang and culture. Zlango enhances words with sequential animated icons, creating a better texting experience, with advanced messaging features that combine fun, color and personal expression. Localized for each market's language, slang and culture, Zlango's platform and niche themed packs and Skinz(TM), including The Walking Dead and Terminator 2 among other branded and exclusive packs of images for mobile messaging, are updated regularly with fresh new content. Zlango offer hundreds of unique icons and SkinZ(TM) for free, in addition to an exclusive range of premium content from the Virtual Store inside the Zlango messaging application. Zlango also enables image-rich updates direct to Facebook and Twitter via the ZlangOut feature inside the application. Available direct to consumers in the US, and via major mobile operators and content providers around the world, Zlango supports hundreds of Android, Nokia Symbian, BlackBerry, and J2ME devices. Zlango is localized in 25+ languages across 20 countries and currently has over 5 million active users who send over 670 million mobile messages monthly in the US alone. For more information, visit http://www.zlango.com.
About Surfrider Foundation
The Surfrider Foundation is a non-profit grassroots organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of our world's oceans, waves and beaches through a powerful activist network. Founded in 1984 by a handful of visionary surfers in Malibu, California, the Surfrider Foundation now maintains over 250,000 supporters, activists and members worldwide. For more information on the Surfrider Foundation, visit http://www.surfrider.org.
SOURCE Zlango
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120501/CG98453-b
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120501/CG98453-a
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Zlango
CONTACT: Hanni Itah of SSPR, +1-847-415-9324, hitah@sspr.com, for Zlango
Web Site: http://www.surfrider.org
Nikon and MediaCom Tie Up with Vibrant to Become the First Brand in Europe to Launch Campaign with Vibrant's New In-Image Ads
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on May 1, 2012 at 12:49:01 PM
Nikon and MediaCom Tie Up with Vibrant to Become the First Brand in Europe to Launch Campaign with Vibrant's New In-Image Ads
LONDON, May 1, 2012/PRNewswire/ --
Nikon Coolpix is the first brand in Europe to implement an online advertising campaign
using Vibrant Image, the newly launched in-image ad format from Vibrant, the global leader
in premium contextual technology.
(Photo:
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120501/529248 )
Through their media agency TED@MediaCom, the specialist, fast-moving business division
at MediaCom, Nikon's three-month campaign uses Vibrant Image as well as display placements
to promote the COOLPIX series of compact digital cameras.
The campaign runs on contextually relevant consumer and entertainment sites starting 1
May 2012.
Vibrant Image is a new way for brands to engage audiences online. As the next
generation of display advertising, Vibrant Image identifies static images within
brand-safe content across the web and embeds small overlays at the bottom of the image.
This innovative placement delivers a contextually relevant ad experience -- as consumers
are increasingly exposed to more photos, slideshows, and pictures online.
Kelly Lee, Senior Planner/Buyer at Mediacom said, "We are always looking at new
developments and innovative ways of engaging with our target consumers. Vibrant's in-image
product enables us to deliver the COOLPIX S3300 seamlessly with contextually relevant TV
and entertainment images."
Jeremy Gilbert, Group Marketing Manager at Nikon UK said, "This in-image advertising
solution is a great format to engage our audience through a visual medium, and allows us
to position the COOLPIX S3300 around really pertinent content."
Martin Forbes, Senior Vice President & MD Europe of Vibrant says, "As a leading
Vibrant partner, Nikon is at the forefront of new technologies to reach audiences in the
right place, at the right time, and with the right message. This campaign captures the
visual excitement of the Nikon brand and leverages contextually relevant image content
with our powerful premium publisher network."
About Vibrant
Vibrant is a world leader in contextual technology aligning billions of words across
the internet with relevant video, information, tools and advertising. With over 6,500
premium publishers, reaching more than 250 million unique users per month (comScore,
2011), Vibrant gives top brand marketers the opportunity to deliver highly targeted
advertisements within premium Web content and offers publishers premium editorial tools to
re-circulate users throughout their websites. Vibrant clients include Microsoft, General
Motors, Unilever, Sainsbury's and Hewlett Packard.
The company, founded in 2000, has offices in London, New York, Boston, Detroit,
Chicago, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Paris, Hamburg, Munich and Dusseldorf. Vibrant has
featured in the Inc. 500 and Deloitte Fast 50 lists, and in the UK: Media Momentum 2006,
2007; 2008 and Sunday Times Tech Track in 2004 and 2005.
http://www.vibranLtmedia.co.uk or http://ww.facebook.com/vibrantmedia or
http://twitter.com/vibrantmedia.
In January 2012, Vibrant acquired Image Space Media (ISM) as part of Vibrant's mission
to expand upon its existing suite of contextual solutions that deliver high performance
for top brands, new revenue opportunities for quality publishers, and relevant experiences
for consumers. The strategic acquisition of ISM enhances the delivery of Vibrant Image.
Vibrant's network features more than 6,500 premium publisher websites, enabling it to
place blue-chip advertisers on a range of vertical sector websites and pages alongside
relevant content. Recent research* by Vibrant showed 42% of consumers 'definitely'
preferred relevant ads in relevant locations and a 63% increase in positivity felt towards
websites showing relevant advertising.
Photo:
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120501/529248
Source: Vibrant
For media enquiries, please contact: Helen Mussard -helen.mussard@vibrantmedia.com - +44(0)20-7239-0102, Phil Jameson-phil.jameson@mediacom.com - +44(0)20-7158-5822, Kelly Lee - Kelly.lee@mediacom.com - +44(0)20-7158-5390.
LONDON, May 1, 2012/PRNewswire/ --
Nikon Coolpix is the first brand in Europe to implement an online advertising campaign
using Vibrant Image, the newly launched in-image ad format from Vibrant, the global leader
in premium contextual technology.
(Photo:
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120501/529248 )
Through their media agency TED@MediaCom, the specialist, fast-moving business division
at MediaCom, Nikon's three-month campaign uses Vibrant Image as well as display placements
to promote the COOLPIX series of compact digital cameras.
The campaign runs on contextually relevant consumer and entertainment sites starting 1
May 2012.
Vibrant Image is a new way for brands to engage audiences online. As the next
generation of display advertising, Vibrant Image identifies static images within
brand-safe content across the web and embeds small overlays at the bottom of the image.
This innovative placement delivers a contextually relevant ad experience -- as consumers
are increasingly exposed to more photos, slideshows, and pictures online.
Kelly Lee, Senior Planner/Buyer at Mediacom said, "We are always looking at new
developments and innovative ways of engaging with our target consumers. Vibrant's in-image
product enables us to deliver the COOLPIX S3300 seamlessly with contextually relevant TV
and entertainment images."
Jeremy Gilbert, Group Marketing Manager at Nikon UK said, "This in-image advertising
solution is a great format to engage our audience through a visual medium, and allows us
to position the COOLPIX S3300 around really pertinent content."
Martin Forbes, Senior Vice President & MD Europe of Vibrant says, "As a leading
Vibrant partner, Nikon is at the forefront of new technologies to reach audiences in the
right place, at the right time, and with the right message. This campaign captures the
visual excitement of the Nikon brand and leverages contextually relevant image content
with our powerful premium publisher network."
About Vibrant
Vibrant is a world leader in contextual technology aligning billions of words across
the internet with relevant video, information, tools and advertising. With over 6,500
premium publishers, reaching more than 250 million unique users per month (comScore,
2011), Vibrant gives top brand marketers the opportunity to deliver highly targeted
advertisements within premium Web content and offers publishers premium editorial tools to
re-circulate users throughout their websites. Vibrant clients include Microsoft, General
Motors, Unilever, Sainsbury's and Hewlett Packard.
The company, founded in 2000, has offices in London, New York, Boston, Detroit,
Chicago, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Paris, Hamburg, Munich and Dusseldorf. Vibrant has
featured in the Inc. 500 and Deloitte Fast 50 lists, and in the UK: Media Momentum 2006,
2007; 2008 and Sunday Times Tech Track in 2004 and 2005.
http://www.vibranLtmedia.co.uk or http://ww.facebook.com/vibrantmedia or
http://twitter.com/vibrantmedia.
In January 2012, Vibrant acquired Image Space Media (ISM) as part of Vibrant's mission
to expand upon its existing suite of contextual solutions that deliver high performance
for top brands, new revenue opportunities for quality publishers, and relevant experiences
for consumers. The strategic acquisition of ISM enhances the delivery of Vibrant Image.
Vibrant's network features more than 6,500 premium publisher websites, enabling it to
place blue-chip advertisers on a range of vertical sector websites and pages alongside
relevant content. Recent research* by Vibrant showed 42% of consumers 'definitely'
preferred relevant ads in relevant locations and a 63% increase in positivity felt towards
websites showing relevant advertising.
Photo:
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120501/529248
Source: Vibrant
For media enquiries, please contact: Helen Mussard -helen.mussard@vibrantmedia.com - +44(0)20-7239-0102, Phil Jameson-phil.jameson@mediacom.com - +44(0)20-7158-5822, Kelly Lee - Kelly.lee@mediacom.com - +44(0)20-7158-5390.
Gunnar Peterson Launches "The Gunnar Challenge" In Partnership With SP Health
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on May 1, 2012 at 12:49:01 PM
Gunnar Peterson Launches "The Gunnar Challenge" In Partnership With SP Health
Lose Weight and Look Great with Hollywood's Top Celebrity Trainer; Free "Premiere" Workout on Tuesday, May 8
LOS ANGELES, May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- To kick off National Physical Fitness Month, SP Health, a consumer health business which develops the world's most comprehensive online weight loss platforms, and personal trainer Gunnar Peterson are launching The Gunnar Challenge, an exclusive online community who participate in an eight-week program of online workouts and healthy meal plans to help achieve dramatic fitness and weight loss results. Once only available to celebrities and top athletes, now anyone who signs up can transform their body in record time with access to Peterson as a personal trainer, including his workouts, recipes, insights, and support tools.
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120501/AQ98515)
To celebrate the inaugural challenge, a special "Premiere" workout will be led by Peterson from his exclusive Beverly Hills gym and is free to anyone that signs up on gunnarchallenge.com. The "Premiere" workout will be streamed live online on Tuesday, May 8 at 7 a.m. PST/10 a.m. EST. Following this special event, the first Gunnar Challenge starts Monday, May 21. Registration is now open at gunnarchallenge.com and the full eight-week program costs only $99.
The Gunnar Challenge is an innovative digital health and fitness program that unites nutrition with exercise to help people lose weight and get in great shape. Besides having access to Peterson's private techniques and nutritional guidance to help make the right food choices, The Gunnar Challenge was developed by a team that understands what it takes to lose weight and make a real change in one's life.
"As a personal trainer, my philosophy is that if you put in the work, you get results," said Peterson, the Beverly Hills-based personal trainer to celebrities and professional athletes. "For more than 25 years I've been working with people to transform their bodies, and now I'm proud to launch The Gunnar Challenge so that anyone willing to put in the effort can achieve their goals and change their outlook on life. I can't promise it will be easy, but I will promise to make it fun."
Each workout was developed by and features Peterson, based on his proven techniques that have been getting Hollywood's A-listers in shape for decades. Woven into the workouts are daily motivational video messages - which Gunnar calls "verbal vitamins" - sharing his personal weight loss beliefs and providing encouragement with a humorous approach. The workouts, between 30 and 60 minutes in length, include functional movements to tone and strengthen the entire body, combined with cardio to burn body fat. There is a new workout each day to prevent boredom, plus a surprise wildcard workout every Saturday.
"Research shows that people often get frustrated with exercise programs because they get stuck in a rut or lose motivation before seeing results," said Scott Penn, founder and chairman of SP Health and former global vice president of Weight Watchers International. "We are thrilled to launch The Gunnar Challenge with America's top celebrity trainer - our weight loss program is based on the combined philosophies that through physical science and increased motivation, changes will be made and we'll get you looking 'great in 8.'"
Alongside the workout videos are weekly meal plans and healthy recipes developed by nutrition experts, including family-friendly shopping lists and tips for curbing hunger. Also included is a food tracker with a database of over 100,000 foods, so that all calories can be counted and nutrition intake measured.
Based on the belief that competition spurs motivation, an online forum also is part of the program, as well as a branded presence on Facebook and Twitter. Both to share messages of encouragement and inspire through personal success, a leaderboard will be continuously updated to track progress, with chances to win prizes based on effort, results and performance. Gunnar will also keep participants accountable by demanding a goal be set prior to participation - be it losing 20 pounds or being able to run without stopping for 15 minutes - and progress will be followed with reminders from Gunnar himself.
The Gunnar Challenge is accessible via the website and smart phones. If not at a personal computer, a log-in is provided to visit the site, view the videos or download recipes from any computer with internet access. The mobile website can be accessed via phones and tablets for unlimited access.
Visit gunnarchallenge.com to register, learn more information about the program or "Premiere" workout, and sign up for The Gunnar Challenge newsletter.
About SP Health
SP Health is a consumer health business which delivers best practice weight management solutions. With offices in Los Angeles, London and Sydney, the company has developed a number of programs to help people lose weight and develop healthy lifestyle habits. Founded in 2006 by Scott Penn, former Global Vice President of Weight Watchers International, Inc., SP Health both developed and manages the sites for The Biggest Loser Club in Australia, Asia and United Kingdom. SP Health has also created ClickFit.com, a cutting edge online fitness tool that makes it simple to manage your weight loss, fitness and nutrition. For more information, visit: http://www.sphealth.com
For more information, contact:
Nicolette Harrod, Current 310-854-8223
nharrod@talktocurrent.com
SOURCE SP Health
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SP Health
Web Site: http://www.sphealth.com
Lose Weight and Look Great with Hollywood's Top Celebrity Trainer; Free "Premiere" Workout on Tuesday, May 8
LOS ANGELES, May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- To kick off National Physical Fitness Month, SP Health, a consumer health business which develops the world's most comprehensive online weight loss platforms, and personal trainer Gunnar Peterson are launching The Gunnar Challenge, an exclusive online community who participate in an eight-week program of online workouts and healthy meal plans to help achieve dramatic fitness and weight loss results. Once only available to celebrities and top athletes, now anyone who signs up can transform their body in record time with access to Peterson as a personal trainer, including his workouts, recipes, insights, and support tools.
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120501/AQ98515)
To celebrate the inaugural challenge, a special "Premiere" workout will be led by Peterson from his exclusive Beverly Hills gym and is free to anyone that signs up on gunnarchallenge.com. The "Premiere" workout will be streamed live online on Tuesday, May 8 at 7 a.m. PST/10 a.m. EST. Following this special event, the first Gunnar Challenge starts Monday, May 21. Registration is now open at gunnarchallenge.com and the full eight-week program costs only $99.
The Gunnar Challenge is an innovative digital health and fitness program that unites nutrition with exercise to help people lose weight and get in great shape. Besides having access to Peterson's private techniques and nutritional guidance to help make the right food choices, The Gunnar Challenge was developed by a team that understands what it takes to lose weight and make a real change in one's life.
"As a personal trainer, my philosophy is that if you put in the work, you get results," said Peterson, the Beverly Hills-based personal trainer to celebrities and professional athletes. "For more than 25 years I've been working with people to transform their bodies, and now I'm proud to launch The Gunnar Challenge so that anyone willing to put in the effort can achieve their goals and change their outlook on life. I can't promise it will be easy, but I will promise to make it fun."
Each workout was developed by and features Peterson, based on his proven techniques that have been getting Hollywood's A-listers in shape for decades. Woven into the workouts are daily motivational video messages - which Gunnar calls "verbal vitamins" - sharing his personal weight loss beliefs and providing encouragement with a humorous approach. The workouts, between 30 and 60 minutes in length, include functional movements to tone and strengthen the entire body, combined with cardio to burn body fat. There is a new workout each day to prevent boredom, plus a surprise wildcard workout every Saturday.
"Research shows that people often get frustrated with exercise programs because they get stuck in a rut or lose motivation before seeing results," said Scott Penn, founder and chairman of SP Health and former global vice president of Weight Watchers International. "We are thrilled to launch The Gunnar Challenge with America's top celebrity trainer - our weight loss program is based on the combined philosophies that through physical science and increased motivation, changes will be made and we'll get you looking 'great in 8.'"
Alongside the workout videos are weekly meal plans and healthy recipes developed by nutrition experts, including family-friendly shopping lists and tips for curbing hunger. Also included is a food tracker with a database of over 100,000 foods, so that all calories can be counted and nutrition intake measured.
Based on the belief that competition spurs motivation, an online forum also is part of the program, as well as a branded presence on Facebook and Twitter. Both to share messages of encouragement and inspire through personal success, a leaderboard will be continuously updated to track progress, with chances to win prizes based on effort, results and performance. Gunnar will also keep participants accountable by demanding a goal be set prior to participation - be it losing 20 pounds or being able to run without stopping for 15 minutes - and progress will be followed with reminders from Gunnar himself.
The Gunnar Challenge is accessible via the website and smart phones. If not at a personal computer, a log-in is provided to visit the site, view the videos or download recipes from any computer with internet access. The mobile website can be accessed via phones and tablets for unlimited access.
Visit gunnarchallenge.com to register, learn more information about the program or "Premiere" workout, and sign up for The Gunnar Challenge newsletter.
About SP Health
SP Health is a consumer health business which delivers best practice weight management solutions. With offices in Los Angeles, London and Sydney, the company has developed a number of programs to help people lose weight and develop healthy lifestyle habits. Founded in 2006 by Scott Penn, former Global Vice President of Weight Watchers International, Inc., SP Health both developed and manages the sites for The Biggest Loser Club in Australia, Asia and United Kingdom. SP Health has also created ClickFit.com, a cutting edge online fitness tool that makes it simple to manage your weight loss, fitness and nutrition. For more information, visit: http://www.sphealth.com
For more information, contact:
Nicolette Harrod, Current 310-854-8223
nharrod@talktocurrent.com
SOURCE SP Health
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SP Health
Web Site: http://www.sphealth.com
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Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on May 1, 2012 at 12:42:01 PM
CHARGE Anywhere "Taps" into the Future with NFC Payment Acceptance on BlackBerry® Smartphones at BlackBerry World(TM) 2012
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, N.J., May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- CHARGE Anywhere(®) LLC, a leading developer and provider of award-winning, secure mobile payment applications and payment gateway technology, will publicly introduce their latest CHARGE Anywhere for BlackBerry(®) payments software featuring NFC payment technology at the BlackBerry World event this week in Orlando, Florida.
The CHARGE Anywhere Mobile Payment App for BlackBerry enables business owners to accept payments on their BlackBerry smartphone or PlayBook(TM) and securely process credit and debit cards anywhere their business takes them. Now, businesses operating on the BlackBerry 7 OS platform can accept NFC enabled credit and debit cards like Visa(®)'s payWave or MasterCard(®)'s PayPass by simply tapping their customer's card to the BlackBerry and receive an approval within a few seconds.
Businesses that use BlackBerry Curve(TM) and Bold(TM) with NFC technology can quickly and easily tap their customer's NFC enabled card to the device and sign on the screen for a fast and secure transaction, enhancing the customer's convenience and overall experience.
With just a BlackBerry, and no additional hardware like an audio jack card reader for example, business owners will qualify for the lowest card processing rates and the highest data security. NFC enabled card payment transactions provide businesses a very low risk card payment transaction and confirm that the card is present at the time of transaction.
"We are proud to say that CHARGE Anywhere is the first Mobile Payment App provider to support NFC initiated credit and debit card payment acceptance on BlackBerry NFC enabled devices," said Paul Sabella, CEO of CHARGE Anywhere. "CHARGE Anywhere has a legacy of supporting mobile payments on BlackBerry devices dating back to the original RIM 950 two-way pager."
The new release for BlackBerry signifies CHARGE Anywhere's commitment to leading the future of payment technology acceptance methods with support for payments with NFC Technology.
About CHARGE Anywhere: CHARGE Anywhere is the developer Payment Card Industry PA-DSS certified CHARGE Anywhere® v2.0.0 Mobile Payment/POS software solution designed for use with Smartphones, Tablets, POS Terminals and e-commerce, Web terminal and PCI DSS Level 1compliant ComsGate® Payment Gateway services. CHARGE Anywhere offers the most secure and robust selection of industry specific and custom payments solutions and services, including:
Payment Gateway, Mobile Payment Applications, POS software, End to End Encryption and Data Security Services, Closed Loop Card Management and Merchant Billing Services. For more information visit them at http://www.chargeanywhere.com, or (800)211-1256.
©2012 CHARGE Anywhere, LLC. All trademarks, service marks, and trade names referenced in this material are the property of their respective owners. Research in Motion, the RIM logo, BlackBerry, the BlackBerry logo and SureType are registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and may be pending or registered in other countries - these and other marks of Research in Motion Limited are used under license.
SOURCE CHARGE Anywhere
CHARGE Anywhere
CONTACT: Kelley McDermott, +1-800-211-1256 x125, kmcdermott@chargeanywhere.com
Web Site: http://www.chargeanywhere.com
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, N.J., May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- CHARGE Anywhere(®) LLC, a leading developer and provider of award-winning, secure mobile payment applications and payment gateway technology, will publicly introduce their latest CHARGE Anywhere for BlackBerry(®) payments software featuring NFC payment technology at the BlackBerry World event this week in Orlando, Florida.
The CHARGE Anywhere Mobile Payment App for BlackBerry enables business owners to accept payments on their BlackBerry smartphone or PlayBook(TM) and securely process credit and debit cards anywhere their business takes them. Now, businesses operating on the BlackBerry 7 OS platform can accept NFC enabled credit and debit cards like Visa(®)'s payWave or MasterCard(®)'s PayPass by simply tapping their customer's card to the BlackBerry and receive an approval within a few seconds.
Businesses that use BlackBerry Curve(TM) and Bold(TM) with NFC technology can quickly and easily tap their customer's NFC enabled card to the device and sign on the screen for a fast and secure transaction, enhancing the customer's convenience and overall experience.
With just a BlackBerry, and no additional hardware like an audio jack card reader for example, business owners will qualify for the lowest card processing rates and the highest data security. NFC enabled card payment transactions provide businesses a very low risk card payment transaction and confirm that the card is present at the time of transaction.
"We are proud to say that CHARGE Anywhere is the first Mobile Payment App provider to support NFC initiated credit and debit card payment acceptance on BlackBerry NFC enabled devices," said Paul Sabella, CEO of CHARGE Anywhere. "CHARGE Anywhere has a legacy of supporting mobile payments on BlackBerry devices dating back to the original RIM 950 two-way pager."
The new release for BlackBerry signifies CHARGE Anywhere's commitment to leading the future of payment technology acceptance methods with support for payments with NFC Technology.
About CHARGE Anywhere: CHARGE Anywhere is the developer Payment Card Industry PA-DSS certified CHARGE Anywhere® v2.0.0 Mobile Payment/POS software solution designed for use with Smartphones, Tablets, POS Terminals and e-commerce, Web terminal and PCI DSS Level 1compliant ComsGate® Payment Gateway services. CHARGE Anywhere offers the most secure and robust selection of industry specific and custom payments solutions and services, including:
Payment Gateway, Mobile Payment Applications, POS software, End to End Encryption and Data Security Services, Closed Loop Card Management and Merchant Billing Services. For more information visit them at http://www.chargeanywhere.com, or (800)211-1256.
©2012 CHARGE Anywhere, LLC. All trademarks, service marks, and trade names referenced in this material are the property of their respective owners. Research in Motion, the RIM logo, BlackBerry, the BlackBerry logo and SureType are registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and may be pending or registered in other countries - these and other marks of Research in Motion Limited are used under license.
SOURCE CHARGE Anywhere
CHARGE Anywhere
CONTACT: Kelley McDermott, +1-800-211-1256 x125, kmcdermott@chargeanywhere.com
Web Site: http://www.chargeanywhere.com
Copia Interactive & The Blaze Announce eReading Solution to Connect Authors, Commentators, Readers
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on May 1, 2012 at 12:07:01 PM
Copia Interactive & The Blaze Announce eReading Solution to Connect Authors, Commentators, Readers
Interactive Digital Content to Create Community of Readers, Fans
NEW YORK, May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Copia Interactive, LLC, creator of one of the largest, independent, full-featured digital content platforms, and The Blaze, a premiere online destination for news, information and opinion, announced today the launch of The Blaze "Books" Vertical (blaze.thecopia.com), Powered by Copia.
Utilizing all the capabilities of the Copia platform, The Blaze's new vertical will offer its readers a community-based platform as a new way to enjoy relevant books in a socially charged manner.
Some of the eReading solutions offered by the new Copia-powered Blaze Books Vertical include:
<blockquote>
1) A curated experience by trusted Blaze editors in the margins of digital content that gives readers extra insight into the most relevant topics of our time.
2) Allowing readers to start their own reading clubs and groups and to engage in discussion threads directly in the margins of Blaze eContent.
3) Giving readers access to exclusive Blaze editions with staff annotations, connect with their favorite GBTV and Blaze contributors, meet like-minded individuals, or argue with the other side--all in the margins of their e-books.
</blockquote>
"We have always wanted The Blaze to be a place to get more than just the key news of the day. Breaking news is always best balanced by deeper wisdom. That context of ideas and argument will be central to the role of Copia on The Blaze," said Scott Baker, Editor in Chief of the Blaze. "Allowing visitors to The Blaze to have a home base for those kinds of discussion will be an amazing opportunity. Access to a vast array of thoughtful books is only part of the equation. The unlimited opportunity to explore the most critical ideas of our time is what we want to offer."
"Powering The Blaze's new vertical is exactly the type of experience Copia was built to support," said Ben Lowinger, Executive Vice President of Copia Interactive. "By merging the thoughts and ideas of The Blaze's impressive personalities and dedicated readership into the margins of some of the most enlightening and discussion-generating content of our time, Copia will create the type of compelling and differentiating experience The Blaze is known to represent."
Betsy Morgan, President of The Blaze said: "The Blaze is committed to utilizing the latest technology to help our readers engage with our stories. We are looking forward to working with Copia on the the launch of this new books vertical as we continue to build an online community for readers of The Blaze."
To kick off the launch of this unique experience The Blaze "Books" will be celebrating the release of Buck Sexton's new ebook "Occupy: American Spring - The Making of a Revolution". Through the Copia-powered platform, readers have the opportunity to experience a book launch in a new and relevant way, with commentary and annotations from Buck Sexton himself, as well as additional annotations and comments from his GBTV colleagues.
About Copia
Copia (http://www.thecopia.com) unites content, community, collaboration, and commerce in a single software platform to deliver multi-genre digital media across an array of computing, mobile, personal entertainment, and eReading devices. With Copia, users engage more deeply with content and community through an innovative, rich, and unified UI experience -- all their media, all their friends, all in one application. Copia also provides highly customized, co-branded, white-label solutions through its "Powered by Copia" program.
The Copia platform is developed by Copia Interactive, LLC -- a portfolio company of DMC Capital Funding, LLC (http://www.dmccapitalfunding.com), the venture capital arm of the DMC group of companies. The DMC group comprises top enterprise and consumer technology companies with a heritage that spans more than 50 years' investing in, developing, manufacturing, and distributing market-leading consumer-electronics products.
About The Blaze
The Blaze (http://www.theblaze.com) is a news and information network owned by Glenn Beck's production company Mercury Radio Arts. TheBlaze.com, which launched only 19 months ago, receives over 6 million unique visitors per month. The Blaze provides news and information for Real News, a daily one-hour news program on GBTV and for Glenn Beck's radio show, the third-highest rated in America. The Blaze also publishes a monthly magazine.
SOURCE Copia Interactive, LLC
Copia Interactive, LLC
CONTACT: Natalia Tsurikova for Copia, +1-212-889-0200, ntsurikova@thecopia.com; Josh Raffel from Hiltzik Strategies for The Blaze, +1-212-430-5056, jraffel@hstrategies.com
Web Site: http://www.blaze.thecopia.com
Interactive Digital Content to Create Community of Readers, Fans
NEW YORK, May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Copia Interactive, LLC, creator of one of the largest, independent, full-featured digital content platforms, and The Blaze, a premiere online destination for news, information and opinion, announced today the launch of The Blaze "Books" Vertical (blaze.thecopia.com), Powered by Copia.
Utilizing all the capabilities of the Copia platform, The Blaze's new vertical will offer its readers a community-based platform as a new way to enjoy relevant books in a socially charged manner.
Some of the eReading solutions offered by the new Copia-powered Blaze Books Vertical include:
<blockquote>
1) A curated experience by trusted Blaze editors in the margins of digital content that gives readers extra insight into the most relevant topics of our time.
2) Allowing readers to start their own reading clubs and groups and to engage in discussion threads directly in the margins of Blaze eContent.
3) Giving readers access to exclusive Blaze editions with staff annotations, connect with their favorite GBTV and Blaze contributors, meet like-minded individuals, or argue with the other side--all in the margins of their e-books.
</blockquote>
"We have always wanted The Blaze to be a place to get more than just the key news of the day. Breaking news is always best balanced by deeper wisdom. That context of ideas and argument will be central to the role of Copia on The Blaze," said Scott Baker, Editor in Chief of the Blaze. "Allowing visitors to The Blaze to have a home base for those kinds of discussion will be an amazing opportunity. Access to a vast array of thoughtful books is only part of the equation. The unlimited opportunity to explore the most critical ideas of our time is what we want to offer."
"Powering The Blaze's new vertical is exactly the type of experience Copia was built to support," said Ben Lowinger, Executive Vice President of Copia Interactive. "By merging the thoughts and ideas of The Blaze's impressive personalities and dedicated readership into the margins of some of the most enlightening and discussion-generating content of our time, Copia will create the type of compelling and differentiating experience The Blaze is known to represent."
Betsy Morgan, President of The Blaze said: "The Blaze is committed to utilizing the latest technology to help our readers engage with our stories. We are looking forward to working with Copia on the the launch of this new books vertical as we continue to build an online community for readers of The Blaze."
To kick off the launch of this unique experience The Blaze "Books" will be celebrating the release of Buck Sexton's new ebook "Occupy: American Spring - The Making of a Revolution". Through the Copia-powered platform, readers have the opportunity to experience a book launch in a new and relevant way, with commentary and annotations from Buck Sexton himself, as well as additional annotations and comments from his GBTV colleagues.
About Copia
Copia (http://www.thecopia.com) unites content, community, collaboration, and commerce in a single software platform to deliver multi-genre digital media across an array of computing, mobile, personal entertainment, and eReading devices. With Copia, users engage more deeply with content and community through an innovative, rich, and unified UI experience -- all their media, all their friends, all in one application. Copia also provides highly customized, co-branded, white-label solutions through its "Powered by Copia" program.
The Copia platform is developed by Copia Interactive, LLC -- a portfolio company of DMC Capital Funding, LLC (http://www.dmccapitalfunding.com), the venture capital arm of the DMC group of companies. The DMC group comprises top enterprise and consumer technology companies with a heritage that spans more than 50 years' investing in, developing, manufacturing, and distributing market-leading consumer-electronics products.
About The Blaze
The Blaze (http://www.theblaze.com) is a news and information network owned by Glenn Beck's production company Mercury Radio Arts. TheBlaze.com, which launched only 19 months ago, receives over 6 million unique visitors per month. The Blaze provides news and information for Real News, a daily one-hour news program on GBTV and for Glenn Beck's radio show, the third-highest rated in America. The Blaze also publishes a monthly magazine.
SOURCE Copia Interactive, LLC
Copia Interactive, LLC
CONTACT: Natalia Tsurikova for Copia, +1-212-889-0200, ntsurikova@thecopia.com; Josh Raffel from Hiltzik Strategies for The Blaze, +1-212-430-5056, jraffel@hstrategies.com
Web Site: http://www.blaze.thecopia.com
Send Evil Back From Whence It Came With The Razer Naga Hex
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on May 1, 2012 at 12:07:01 PM
Send Evil Back From Whence It Came With The Razer Naga Hex
Razer launches the Razer Naga Hex - Wraith Red Edition to fuel your blood frenzy in hack n' slash games
CARLSBAD, Calif., May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Razer, the world leader in high performance gaming hardware, is excited to launch the Razer Naga Hex Wraith Red edition gaming mouse. The best weapon to cut down hordes of monsters crawling out from the depths of evil is now available to gamers in an all-new blood red color.
Made especially for hack n' slash, MOBA and Action RPG games, the Razer Naga Hex Wraith Red edition sports the same devastating 6 mechanical side buttons as the original Razer Naga Hex. Bind a hotbar of skills or inventory items to rapidly unleash hell on boss runs and maintain effective crowd control as enemies attack from all sides. Having the 6 crucial commands so close to your thumb allows for rapid actuations and enemies dead faster than they can react.
The Razer Naga Hex's mechanical buttons are also highly durable and responsive, capable of registering up to a staggering 250 clicks per minute - perfect for the frantic hyper-clicking of hack 'n' slash RPGs.
The Razer Naga Hex Wraith Red edition is available alongside the original Green edition and either will be your perfect companion for hack n' slash victory.
About the Razer Naga Hex Gaming Mouse
The Razer Naga Hex is perfectly suited for pro-gamers and fans of the MOBA/action-RPG game genres. It is primed with six mechanical thumb buttons for the exact number of controls necessary to suit the user interfaces of those games. Bind your skill-bar or inventory grid to the six buttons for faster, more comfortably efficient access to your full range of powers as you take the competition down.
Price: $79.99
Availability:
Razerzone.com - Available Now
USA - Available Now
Worldwide - Q2 2012
Product features:
-- 6 MOBA/action-RPG optimized mechanical thumb buttons
-- 11 total programmable buttons
-- Special switches in buttons for up to 250 clicks per minute
-- 10 million click life cycle
-- Ergonomic curved design
-- Razer Synapse 2.0
-- 5600dpi Razer Precision 3.5G Laser Sensor
For more information on the new Razer Naga, please visit http://www.razerzone.com/hex
Razer Naga Hex - Wraith Red edition images
Black Background
White Background
Razer - For Gamers. By Gamers.(TM)
SOURCE Razer
Razer
CONTACT: USA: Kevin Scarpati, Kevin.Scarpati@razerzone.com; Europe: Timo Helmke, Timo.Helmke@razerzone.com; Asia Pacific: Jarieul Wong, Jarieul.Wong@razerzone.com; China: Chris Chen, Chris.Chen@razerzone.com
Razer launches the Razer Naga Hex - Wraith Red Edition to fuel your blood frenzy in hack n' slash games
CARLSBAD, Calif., May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Razer, the world leader in high performance gaming hardware, is excited to launch the Razer Naga Hex Wraith Red edition gaming mouse. The best weapon to cut down hordes of monsters crawling out from the depths of evil is now available to gamers in an all-new blood red color.
Made especially for hack n' slash, MOBA and Action RPG games, the Razer Naga Hex Wraith Red edition sports the same devastating 6 mechanical side buttons as the original Razer Naga Hex. Bind a hotbar of skills or inventory items to rapidly unleash hell on boss runs and maintain effective crowd control as enemies attack from all sides. Having the 6 crucial commands so close to your thumb allows for rapid actuations and enemies dead faster than they can react.
The Razer Naga Hex's mechanical buttons are also highly durable and responsive, capable of registering up to a staggering 250 clicks per minute - perfect for the frantic hyper-clicking of hack 'n' slash RPGs.
The Razer Naga Hex Wraith Red edition is available alongside the original Green edition and either will be your perfect companion for hack n' slash victory.
About the Razer Naga Hex Gaming Mouse
The Razer Naga Hex is perfectly suited for pro-gamers and fans of the MOBA/action-RPG game genres. It is primed with six mechanical thumb buttons for the exact number of controls necessary to suit the user interfaces of those games. Bind your skill-bar or inventory grid to the six buttons for faster, more comfortably efficient access to your full range of powers as you take the competition down.
Price: $79.99
Availability:
Razerzone.com - Available Now
USA - Available Now
Worldwide - Q2 2012
Product features:
-- 6 MOBA/action-RPG optimized mechanical thumb buttons
-- 11 total programmable buttons
-- Special switches in buttons for up to 250 clicks per minute
-- 10 million click life cycle
-- Ergonomic curved design
-- Razer Synapse 2.0
-- 5600dpi Razer Precision 3.5G Laser Sensor
For more information on the new Razer Naga, please visit http://www.razerzone.com/hex
Razer Naga Hex - Wraith Red edition images
Black Background
White Background
Razer - For Gamers. By Gamers.(TM)
SOURCE Razer
Razer
CONTACT: USA: Kevin Scarpati, Kevin.Scarpati@razerzone.com; Europe: Timo Helmke, Timo.Helmke@razerzone.com; Asia Pacific: Jarieul Wong, Jarieul.Wong@razerzone.com; China: Chris Chen, Chris.Chen@razerzone.com
Cash Prizes for Casual Players Now Available at Titan Poker
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on May 1, 2012 at 11:42:01 AM
Cash Prizes for Casual Players Now Available at Titan Poker
LONDON, May 1, 2012/PRNewswire/ --
As part of its upgraded loyalty program, popular online poker room Titan Poker offers
industry-leading incentives for members of all levels.
Titanpoker.com, the leading online poker site [http://www.titanpoker.com ] in Europe,
has upgraded its VIP Program and introduced loyalty rewards that will benefit all players,
including casual visitors to the poker tables.
The revised Titan Poker VIP Club [http://www.titanpoker.com/vip-club ] groups players
in five VIP levels based on their activity at Titan Poker's cash games and tournaments.
Veteran enthusiasts and newly signed-up players who meet the requirements of a higher VIP
level are recognized immediately with daily VIP level upgrades, speeding up their process
of achieving extra benefits.
Players receive Club Points according to their VIP levels' real time multiplier,
enabling them to cash out at any time in the exclusive VIP Store at their convenience. A
Titan Annual Diamond VIP level has been added to provide year-long benefits to
top-achieving players.
Poker players will be pleased to receive the benefits of Monthly Cash
[http://www.titanpoker.com/monthly-cash.html ], an exchange of hard-earned Titan Points
into cash conducted on a monthly basis. This new program automatically rewards casual
players and new players who have not yet achieved VIP status with a return on their game
play at a great redemption rate.
Titan Poker will soon launch additional innovative features which will further enhance
the fun element of the game of poker for all of its players.
New players are invited to try out the free poker download
[http://www.titanpoker.com/download.html ] available at Titan Poker and start receiving the
benefits offered in the upgraded Titan Rewards program.
About Titanpoker.com:
Titanpoker.com is the number one online poker room in Europe and part of the iPoker
Network [http://www.titanpoker.com/ipoker.html ]. Titan Poker's software is developed and
maintained by Playtech, a public company and leading gaming software developer. With tens
of thousands of online players at peak hours, Titan Poker guarantees millions of dollars
in monthly prizes, features special sit 'n' go tournaments with progressive jackpots as
high as $300,000, and awards players with entries to major worldwide poker tournaments
[http://www.titanpoker.com/tournaments ]. The Titan Poker brand is promoted exclusively by
Euro Partners [http://www.europartners.com ].
Source: Titan Poker
For more information, please contact: Euro Partners, Robin Becker, Public Relations, robecker @ europartners.com, Tel. +972-3-764-6200 ext. 2637
LONDON, May 1, 2012/PRNewswire/ --
As part of its upgraded loyalty program, popular online poker room Titan Poker offers
industry-leading incentives for members of all levels.
Titanpoker.com, the leading online poker site [http://www.titanpoker.com ] in Europe,
has upgraded its VIP Program and introduced loyalty rewards that will benefit all players,
including casual visitors to the poker tables.
The revised Titan Poker VIP Club [http://www.titanpoker.com/vip-club ] groups players
in five VIP levels based on their activity at Titan Poker's cash games and tournaments.
Veteran enthusiasts and newly signed-up players who meet the requirements of a higher VIP
level are recognized immediately with daily VIP level upgrades, speeding up their process
of achieving extra benefits.
Players receive Club Points according to their VIP levels' real time multiplier,
enabling them to cash out at any time in the exclusive VIP Store at their convenience. A
Titan Annual Diamond VIP level has been added to provide year-long benefits to
top-achieving players.
Poker players will be pleased to receive the benefits of Monthly Cash
[http://www.titanpoker.com/monthly-cash.html ], an exchange of hard-earned Titan Points
into cash conducted on a monthly basis. This new program automatically rewards casual
players and new players who have not yet achieved VIP status with a return on their game
play at a great redemption rate.
Titan Poker will soon launch additional innovative features which will further enhance
the fun element of the game of poker for all of its players.
New players are invited to try out the free poker download
[http://www.titanpoker.com/download.html ] available at Titan Poker and start receiving the
benefits offered in the upgraded Titan Rewards program.
About Titanpoker.com:
Titanpoker.com is the number one online poker room in Europe and part of the iPoker
Network [http://www.titanpoker.com/ipoker.html ]. Titan Poker's software is developed and
maintained by Playtech, a public company and leading gaming software developer. With tens
of thousands of online players at peak hours, Titan Poker guarantees millions of dollars
in monthly prizes, features special sit 'n' go tournaments with progressive jackpots as
high as $300,000, and awards players with entries to major worldwide poker tournaments
[http://www.titanpoker.com/tournaments ]. The Titan Poker brand is promoted exclusively by
Euro Partners [http://www.europartners.com ].
Source: Titan Poker
For more information, please contact: Euro Partners, Robin Becker, Public Relations, robecker @ europartners.com, Tel. +972-3-764-6200 ext. 2637
=?ISO-8859-1?Q?FutureLogic_Launches_PromoNet=AE_Solution(TM)_v2.0?=
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on May 1, 2012 at 11:35:01 AM
FutureLogic Launches PromoNet® Solution(TM) v2.0
GLENDALE, Calif., May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- FutureLogic, Inc., today announces PromoNet® Solution(TM) v2.0, a major new release of its PromoNet® Intelligent Promotional Couponing Solution(TM) that offers mobile and 'networkless' issuance and redemption to operators. The PromoNet® Solution(TM) v2.0 also introduces PromoNet® Player Rewards(TM), a key add-on module that allows large or small operators to connect promotional couponing to their player tracking system, thus enabling them to differentiate between and market to both carded and non-carded players in real-time.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20091014/LA92576LOGO)
The PromoNet® Solution(TM) v2.0 is equipped with full functionality and support for running promotional campaigns with or without a network. In its standalone configuration, the PromoNet® Solution(TM) makes it possible for individual games or banks of slots to be easily updated with a USB flash drive. Additionally, a new mobile feature allows operators to issue and redeem coupons from the convenience of a tablet or smart phone. These and other enhancements make it fast and easy for small-size operations, or an area in a large operation, to test and run new campaigns, such as VIP and community reward programs.
As an essential add-on, the new PromoNet® Player Rewards(TM) module provides operators with the ability to link the PromoNet® Solution(TM) software to a casino's player tracking system, slot accounting system, and player card readers. "This additional module enables enhancement of their existing player rewards programs for carded players and to incentivize anonymous and new players to continue to play, join the Player Club, or make a return visit" explained Nick Micalizzi, VP Sales & Marketing North America. "With access to the player's historical data, as well as 12 real time play metrics from the game, such as 'Amount Wagered, Number of Games Played, Time on Device, and Max Bet Percentage'" operators can create real-time, targeted promotions based on specific play behavior, thus linking the value of the promotion to the value of the player's game session."
"Our PromoNet® Intelligent Promotional Couponing Solution(TM) has successfully passed review by GLI, BMM Compliance and the Nevada Gaming Control Board. In addition we have recently secured technology approvals and global agreements with a number of major gaming manufacturers and systems providers, making PromoNet® the preferred promotional couponing solution in the industry," added John Edmunds, VP International Markets for FutureLogic. "PromoNet® Solution(TM) v2.0 and the PromoNet® Player Rewards(TM) module build upon the success of our core technology by now offering casinos, large or small, a choice of different configurations to match their needs."
About FutureLogic, Inc.
Founded in 1983 and headquartered in Glendale, Calif., FutureLogic develops and supplies solutions for the gaming industry including high-reliability printer equipment and in-game promotional couponing solutions. As the undisputed leader in super-robust thermal printer technology, FutureLogic is the industry's premier supplier of thermal printers for casino gaming, promotional equipment, kiosk, industrial, RTAL, gas pumps and medical applications. FutureLogic has shipped more than 1.5 million TITO printers worldwide. In July 2004 the company founded FutureLogic Europe, Ltd. to provide direct sales and engineering support for the growing OEM thermal printer markets in Europe. In October 2006 FutureLogic expanded its global support network into the Asia Pacific market, with a new sales and service center in Macau, China. In 2010 FutureLogic further supplemented its service and support platform with the opening of an office in Sydney, Australia, and in 2011 the company expanded its sales and marketing presence to cover South America. More information on the company is available at http://www.futurelogic-inc.com.
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CONTACT: Matthew Naraghi, Account Executive, +1-858-633-1912, matt@welcomm.com, for FutureLogic, Inc.; or Nick Micalizzi, VP Sales & Marketing North America, nick.micalizzi@futurelogic-inc.com, or John Edmunds,VP International Markets, +1-818-244-4700, john.edmunds@futurelogic-inc.com, both of of FutureLogic
Web Site: http://www.futurelogic-inc.com
GLENDALE, Calif., May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- FutureLogic, Inc., today announces PromoNet® Solution(TM) v2.0, a major new release of its PromoNet® Intelligent Promotional Couponing Solution(TM) that offers mobile and 'networkless' issuance and redemption to operators. The PromoNet® Solution(TM) v2.0 also introduces PromoNet® Player Rewards(TM), a key add-on module that allows large or small operators to connect promotional couponing to their player tracking system, thus enabling them to differentiate between and market to both carded and non-carded players in real-time.
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The PromoNet® Solution(TM) v2.0 is equipped with full functionality and support for running promotional campaigns with or without a network. In its standalone configuration, the PromoNet® Solution(TM) makes it possible for individual games or banks of slots to be easily updated with a USB flash drive. Additionally, a new mobile feature allows operators to issue and redeem coupons from the convenience of a tablet or smart phone. These and other enhancements make it fast and easy for small-size operations, or an area in a large operation, to test and run new campaigns, such as VIP and community reward programs.
As an essential add-on, the new PromoNet® Player Rewards(TM) module provides operators with the ability to link the PromoNet® Solution(TM) software to a casino's player tracking system, slot accounting system, and player card readers. "This additional module enables enhancement of their existing player rewards programs for carded players and to incentivize anonymous and new players to continue to play, join the Player Club, or make a return visit" explained Nick Micalizzi, VP Sales & Marketing North America. "With access to the player's historical data, as well as 12 real time play metrics from the game, such as 'Amount Wagered, Number of Games Played, Time on Device, and Max Bet Percentage'" operators can create real-time, targeted promotions based on specific play behavior, thus linking the value of the promotion to the value of the player's game session."
"Our PromoNet® Intelligent Promotional Couponing Solution(TM) has successfully passed review by GLI, BMM Compliance and the Nevada Gaming Control Board. In addition we have recently secured technology approvals and global agreements with a number of major gaming manufacturers and systems providers, making PromoNet® the preferred promotional couponing solution in the industry," added John Edmunds, VP International Markets for FutureLogic. "PromoNet® Solution(TM) v2.0 and the PromoNet® Player Rewards(TM) module build upon the success of our core technology by now offering casinos, large or small, a choice of different configurations to match their needs."
About FutureLogic, Inc.
Founded in 1983 and headquartered in Glendale, Calif., FutureLogic develops and supplies solutions for the gaming industry including high-reliability printer equipment and in-game promotional couponing solutions. As the undisputed leader in super-robust thermal printer technology, FutureLogic is the industry's premier supplier of thermal printers for casino gaming, promotional equipment, kiosk, industrial, RTAL, gas pumps and medical applications. FutureLogic has shipped more than 1.5 million TITO printers worldwide. In July 2004 the company founded FutureLogic Europe, Ltd. to provide direct sales and engineering support for the growing OEM thermal printer markets in Europe. In October 2006 FutureLogic expanded its global support network into the Asia Pacific market, with a new sales and service center in Macau, China. In 2010 FutureLogic further supplemented its service and support platform with the opening of an office in Sydney, Australia, and in 2011 the company expanded its sales and marketing presence to cover South America. More information on the company is available at http://www.futurelogic-inc.com.
SOURCE FutureLogic, Inc.
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FutureLogic, Inc.
CONTACT: Matthew Naraghi, Account Executive, +1-858-633-1912, matt@welcomm.com, for FutureLogic, Inc.; or Nick Micalizzi, VP Sales & Marketing North America, nick.micalizzi@futurelogic-inc.com, or John Edmunds,VP International Markets, +1-818-244-4700, john.edmunds@futurelogic-inc.com, both of of FutureLogic
Web Site: http://www.futurelogic-inc.com
NI Extends PXI Leadership With New Chassis That Improves System Uptime
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on May 1, 2012 at 11:35:01 AM
NI Extends PXI Leadership With New Chassis That Improves System Uptime
News Highlights
- The NI PXIe-1066DC chassis builds on PXI's superior system lifetime and flexibility, making it ideal for deployed, mission-critical applications.
- With the new chassis, NI is adding redundant, hot-swap and front-access capabilities to its PXI platform portfolio for significantly increased system uptime.
AUSTIN, Texas, May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- National Instruments today introduced the NI PXIe-1066DC 18-slot chassis, which adds high-availability features to the PXI Express platform to maximize system uptime. These features improve the system-levelmean time before failure (MTBF) and mean time to repair (MTTR) of PXI systems in many demanding, mission-critical test, measurement and control applications. The chassis adds critical component redundancy and remote monitoring to the uptime-focused capabilities of existing NI PXI instrumentation.
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"The NI PXIe-1066DC chassis builds on the long-standing leadership of the PXI standard for mission-critical projects," said Dr. Tom Bradicich, R&D fellow at National Instruments and former vice president of systems technology at IBM. "This new chassis illustrates NI's continued commitment to superior reliability, availability, serviceability and manageability when system uptime is paramount."
-- Redundant hot-swappable DC power supplies and fans facilitate maximum
system uptime
-- Front-accessible power supply and fan tray provide flexibility in
position-restrictive applications
-- Ethernet port gives engineers remote in-band chassis health monitoring
capabilities for advanced system management
Click to Tweet: From @NIGlobal: NI adds redundant, hot-swap options to PXI portfolio for mission-critical jobs http://bit.ly/Ksgnuz
Learn more about the NI PXIe-1066DC by visitingwww.ni.com/1066dc.
About National Instruments
Since 1976, National Instruments (http://www.ni.com) has equipped engineers and scientists with tools that accelerate productivity, innovation and discovery. NI's graphical system design approach to engineering provides an integrated software and hardware platform that speeds the development of any system needing measurement and control. The company's long-term vision and focus on improving society through its technology supports the success of its customers, employees, suppliers and shareholders.
National Instruments, NI and ni.com are trademarks of National Instruments. Other product and company names are trademarks or trade names of their respective companies.
Editor Contact: Sarah Beck, (512)
683-5126
Reader Contact: Ernest Martinez, (800)
258-7022
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National Instruments
Web Site: http://www.ni.com
News Highlights
- The NI PXIe-1066DC chassis builds on PXI's superior system lifetime and flexibility, making it ideal for deployed, mission-critical applications.
- With the new chassis, NI is adding redundant, hot-swap and front-access capabilities to its PXI platform portfolio for significantly increased system uptime.
AUSTIN, Texas, May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- National Instruments today introduced the NI PXIe-1066DC 18-slot chassis, which adds high-availability features to the PXI Express platform to maximize system uptime. These features improve the system-levelmean time before failure (MTBF) and mean time to repair (MTTR) of PXI systems in many demanding, mission-critical test, measurement and control applications. The chassis adds critical component redundancy and remote monitoring to the uptime-focused capabilities of existing NI PXI instrumentation.
Quote
"The NI PXIe-1066DC chassis builds on the long-standing leadership of the PXI standard for mission-critical projects," said Dr. Tom Bradicich, R&D fellow at National Instruments and former vice president of systems technology at IBM. "This new chassis illustrates NI's continued commitment to superior reliability, availability, serviceability and manageability when system uptime is paramount."
-- Redundant hot-swappable DC power supplies and fans facilitate maximum
system uptime
-- Front-accessible power supply and fan tray provide flexibility in
position-restrictive applications
-- Ethernet port gives engineers remote in-band chassis health monitoring
capabilities for advanced system management
Click to Tweet: From @NIGlobal: NI adds redundant, hot-swap options to PXI portfolio for mission-critical jobs http://bit.ly/Ksgnuz
Learn more about the NI PXIe-1066DC by visitingwww.ni.com/1066dc.
About National Instruments
Since 1976, National Instruments (http://www.ni.com) has equipped engineers and scientists with tools that accelerate productivity, innovation and discovery. NI's graphical system design approach to engineering provides an integrated software and hardware platform that speeds the development of any system needing measurement and control. The company's long-term vision and focus on improving society through its technology supports the success of its customers, employees, suppliers and shareholders.
National Instruments, NI and ni.com are trademarks of National Instruments. Other product and company names are trademarks or trade names of their respective companies.
Editor Contact: Sarah Beck, (512)
683-5126
Reader Contact: Ernest Martinez, (800)
258-7022
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Web Site: http://www.ni.com
IGN Launches First Dedicated Video Games Content App On Xbox LIVE
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on May 1, 2012 at 11:35:01 AM
IGN Launches First Dedicated Video Games Content App On Xbox LIVE
-New app will offer gamers 'instant access' to IGN's gaming content, video programming & live streams-
SAN FRANCISCO, May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- IGN Entertainment, the world's leading video games media company, today becomes the latest customized entertainment app to launch on the Xbox LIVE® online entertainment network - and the first focused solely on the gaming community.
An extension of its multi-screen strategy, the new app builds on IGN's already-strong presence on Xbox LIVE, where its "Strategize"show has been viewed more than 42 million times, and the recent success of its START channel on YouTube, which launched in January 2012 as part of the platform's new channel initiative.
"With this new app, we continue our mission to reach gamers wherever they are, across all platforms, services and devices. Now millions of Xbox LIVE users can watch curated IGN content straight from their TVs," said Peer Schneider, SVP of Content & Publisher for IGN Entertainment.
Dedicated to all-things gaming, the IGN Entertainment app will offer the Xbox community access to the most relevant previews, reviews, game guides, gameplay videos, live streams of eSports events and content from the IGN Pro League and access to industry events like the 2012 Electronic Entertainment Expo.
The app will also feature 'instant access' to game help walkthroughs and IGN's extensive catalog of popular shows, including "The Daily Fix," "Strategize" and more - allowing users to quickly view gaming-related content on the biggest screen in the house. The app will also feature voice and gesture controlwith Kinectfor Xbox 360 and Facebook sharing through Xbox LIVE.
The IGN app will be available to Xbox LIVE Gold members in the U.S. at launch.
About IGN Entertainment
IGN Entertainment is the leading Internet media and services provider focused on the video game and entertainment enthusiast markets. Collectively, IGN's properties reach more than 52 million unique users worldwide, according to Internet audience measurement firm comScore. IGN's network of video game-related properties (IGN.com, 1UP.com, GameSpy, FilePlanet, TeamXbox and others) is the Web's #1 video game information destination. IGN also owns the world's largest men's lifestyle website, AskMen.com, and men's entertainment site UGO.com. It also provides technology for online game play in video games. IGN is headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, with offices across North America, Europe and Australia.
SOURCE IGN Entertainment
IGN Entertainment
CONTACT: Kris Sharbaugh, IGN Entertainment, +1-415-896-3450, ksharbaugh@ign.com
-New app will offer gamers 'instant access' to IGN's gaming content, video programming & live streams-
SAN FRANCISCO, May 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- IGN Entertainment, the world's leading video games media company, today becomes the latest customized entertainment app to launch on the Xbox LIVE® online entertainment network - and the first focused solely on the gaming community.
An extension of its multi-screen strategy, the new app builds on IGN's already-strong presence on Xbox LIVE, where its "Strategize"show has been viewed more than 42 million times, and the recent success of its START channel on YouTube, which launched in January 2012 as part of the platform's new channel initiative.
"With this new app, we continue our mission to reach gamers wherever they are, across all platforms, services and devices. Now millions of Xbox LIVE users can watch curated IGN content straight from their TVs," said Peer Schneider, SVP of Content & Publisher for IGN Entertainment.
Dedicated to all-things gaming, the IGN Entertainment app will offer the Xbox community access to the most relevant previews, reviews, game guides, gameplay videos, live streams of eSports events and content from the IGN Pro League and access to industry events like the 2012 Electronic Entertainment Expo.
The app will also feature 'instant access' to game help walkthroughs and IGN's extensive catalog of popular shows, including "The Daily Fix," "Strategize" and more - allowing users to quickly view gaming-related content on the biggest screen in the house. The app will also feature voice and gesture controlwith Kinectfor Xbox 360 and Facebook sharing through Xbox LIVE.
The IGN app will be available to Xbox LIVE Gold members in the U.S. at launch.
About IGN Entertainment
IGN Entertainment is the leading Internet media and services provider focused on the video game and entertainment enthusiast markets. Collectively, IGN's properties reach more than 52 million unique users worldwide, according to Internet audience measurement firm comScore. IGN's network of video game-related properties (IGN.com, 1UP.com, GameSpy, FilePlanet, TeamXbox and others) is the Web's #1 video game information destination. IGN also owns the world's largest men's lifestyle website, AskMen.com, and men's entertainment site UGO.com. It also provides technology for online game play in video games. IGN is headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, with offices across North America, Europe and Australia.
SOURCE IGN Entertainment
IGN Entertainment
CONTACT: Kris Sharbaugh, IGN Entertainment, +1-415-896-3450, ksharbaugh@ign.com