Ahram Biosystems Announces Launch of the New Economy Model F1-12 of Its Palm PCR Series
Palm PCR F1-12, the economy model of the innovative Palm PCR series, is now on the market. It can amplify up to 1 kbp within 30 minutes in a small handheld, portable format
SANTA CLARA, Calif., April 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Ahram Biosystems, Inc., a leading innovator of new life science tools, today announced the launch of Palm PCR F1-12, the economy model of its innovative portable PCR system. The F1-12 system is a cost-effective, high-performance portable PCR system, delivering PCR amplification with high speed and sensitivity in a fully portable format.
The Palm PCR F1-12 system provides three "Standard Fast" speed levels delivering 30-cycle PCR amplification within 30 minutes down to 24 minutes. The amplification sensitivity reaches to near single-copy level below 10 copies. The dynamic range of the PCR amplification is up to 1 kbp. Like other Palm PCR series, it is battery-powered (more than 4 hours of continuous operation on a single charge) and represents high temperature uniformity (less than +/- 0.1 degrees C) and a small footprint and light weight (71 mm x 121 mm x 47 mm or 2.8" x 4.76" x 1.85", 350 g).
The high speed and high sensitivity of the F1-12 system and its affordable price make it ideal for a wide range of downstream applications that require fast and sensitive nucleic acid amplification. Examples include POCT (point-of-care testing), food quality assurance, forensics, educational uses and many other applications of genetic identification purposes. The battery-powered, full portability makes the F1-12 system particularly invaluable where in-field or on-site PCR amplification is crucial. The Palm PCR F1-12 system enables users to perform highly sensitive and accurate PCR amplification in a fully portable format while saving both money and time.
The Palm PCR F1-12 system comes at an affordable price of mid US$3k, in a complete set that includes the main device, a rechargeable battery and other accessories. The F1-12 system is available for order from Ahram Biosystems (http://www.ahrambio.com) or its global distributors.
About Ahram Biosystems:
Ahram Biosystems, Inc. is a leading innovator of new life science tools, taking the initiative to bring portable innovation to the biotechnology market. The company provides the innovative portable PCR system, Palm PCR(TM), designed to perform polymerase chain reactions for both indoor and outdoor applications. The company has its headquarters in Seoul, Korea and a subsidiary in Santa Clara, California. For more information, visit http://www.ahrambio.com or contact info@ahrambio.com.
HealthPlanOne(TM) Unveils Its Free Proprietary Mobile Quoting Tool for Medicare & Health Insurance Agents
NEW YORK, April 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- HealthPlanOne, a leading senior general agency, has established itself as the premier partner for agents seeking the best possible customer leads for their money. HealthPlanOne goes beyond providing high converting leads and health quoting technology. Now HealthPlanOne provides Medicare insurance agents with a mobile interface offering the most competitive products in the Medicare marketplace.
MedicareOnTheGo, HealthPlanOne's proprietary mobile quoting tool was designed to assist agents nationwide find Medicare eligible prospects and provide these customers with the widest array of Medicare plans available in their market. Unlike other Health insurance quoting tools with limited Medicare plan choices, MedicareOnTheGo includes over 65 private Medicare insurance carriers, dynamic plan rates by market, robust plan benefit information and enrollment applications. Eliminating the need for carrying volumes of plan benefit brochures, organizing paper applications and worrying about wireless Internet access, MedicareOnTheGo has been designed for mobile devices providing agents with a streamlined process to find prospective customers, quote plan rates and access forms on Android, iPhone and tablet mobile devices. This exciting new Mobile Tool puts the capability to find Medicare prospects and quote Medicare plan prices in the agent's hand.
"Giving agents the ability to quickly and easily quote different Medicare plans from their mobile phone dramatically increases the level of service they are able to provide customers while also increasing sales efficiency." says Tom Wicker, VP Brokerage Sales, HealthPlanOne.
About Health Plan One
Founded in 2005, HealthPlanOne is the nation's leading Internet marketing and member acquisition company serving the healthcare and insurance industries.
About HPOAgentSolutions.com
HPOAgentSolutions provides agents with 24/7 access to high-quality customer leads, industry-leading prospect development technology, and complete member acquisition solutions to health insurance carriers and brokers.
MOBILE NAME SALES & INQUIRES CONTACT:
Name: Jordan Scott
Phone: 877-615-4257
Email: hpoagentsolutions@healthplanone.com
Novatel Wireless MiFi 4510 and Ovation MC 551 USB Launch on Open Mobile's LTE Network
Industry Leading Intelligent Mobile Hotspot and Compact USB Modem Debut in Puerto Rico
SAN DIEGO and PUERTO RICO, April 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Novatel Wireless, Inc. (Nasdaq: NVTL), a provider of wireless broadband access solutions, and Open Mobile, a leading telecommunications company operating throughout Puerto Rico, today announced the launch of Novatel Wireless' award winning products, the 4G LTE MiFi® 4510 Intelligent Mobile Hotspot and Ovation(TM) MC 551 USB modem on Open Mobile's LTE network, furthering a new era in the mobile broadband market to benefit customers on the island.
"Our partnership with Novatel Wireless to launch the newest mobile broadband solutions in Puerto Rico further validates our commitment to deliver the most attractive service offering to our customers," said Federico Grosso, president of Open Mobile. "We're excited to introduce Puerto Ricans to the Ovation MC 551 modem and the Novatel Wireless MiFi 4510 Intelligent Mobile Hotspot, offering them the convenience of portable Wi-Fi access at lightening fast speeds."
The MiFi 4510 is a 4G version of the Novatel Wireless MiFi Intelligent Mobile Hotspot, building on innovation and design, proven performance and industry-leading user experience that enables wireless and secure Internet connectivity from virtually anywhere. The MiFi 4510 allows businesses and consumers to create a personal Wi-Fi cloud capable of sharing the high-speed Internet connectivity with up to five Wi-Fi-enabled devices simultaneously. About the size of a stack of credit cards, it offers proven performance and industry-leading flexibility, convenience and reliability. New features include an integrated status display on the device showing signal strength, roaming, battery level and number of connected devices.
The Ovation MC 551 4G LTE Modem is a high-performing USB modem with a compact design and industry-leading flexibility, convenience and reliability. It is a slim and compact 4G LTE USB modem providing LTE peak download speeds of up to 100 Mbps and peak upload speeds of up to 50 Mbps. The modem contains a Novatel Wireless proprietary internal advanced antenna design optimized for best performance.
"We are excited to add Open Mobile to our growing number of leading operators worldwide offering 4G mobile broadband solutions," said Rob Hadley, CMO, Novatel Wireless. "With the MiFi Intelligent Mobile Hotspot and our Ovation modem, Open Mobile is providing its clients with unrivaled high speed Internet access virtually anywhere they work or play."
Novatel Wireless' distribution partner in Puerto Rico is Brightpoint.
ABOUT OPEN MOBILE
Open Mobile is a wireless company where the consumer will find a variety of mobile phones and at the same time enjoy a purchasing process both fast and simple. In Open Mobile the costumer will find the most attractive unlimited "Open Plans" from $35 to $55, without contracts, without credit verification or penalties. Only unlimited plans. Open Mobile, established on June 12, 2007, owns 18 stores, 2 kiosks, a strong distribution chain of dealers and 170 point-of-sales. Open Mobile operates throughout the island for the benefit of the Puerto Rican consumer, thereby opening a new era in the telecommunications market in Puerto Rico. For more information visit our web page http://www.openmobilepr.com.
ABOUT NOVATEL WIRELESS
Novatel Wireless, Inc. is a leader in the design and development of intelligent wireless solutions based on 2G, 3G and 4G technologies providing wireless connectivity. The company delivers specialized wireless solutions to carriers, distributors, retailers, OEMs and vertical markets worldwide. Product lines include MiFi Intelligent Mobile Hotspots, Ovation USB modems, Expedite embedded modules, Enfora smart M2M modules, and Enfora integrated M2M solutions. These innovative products provide anywhere, anytime communications solutions for consumers and enterprises. Headquartered in San Diego, California, Novatel Wireless is listed on NASDAQ: NVTL. For more information please visit http://www.nvtl.com. (NVTLG)
This release may contain forward-looking statements, which are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended to date. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. A number of important factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements contained herein. These factors include risks relating to technological changes, new product introductions, continued acceptance of Novatel Wireless' products and dependence on intellectual property rights. These factors, as well as other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially, are discussed in more detail in Novatel Wireless' filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (available at http://www.sec.gov) and other regulatory agencies.
(C) 2012 Novatel Wireless, Inc. All rights reserved. The Novatel Wireless name and logo, MiFi and Ovation are trademarks of Novatel Wireless, Inc. Other Company, product or service names mentioned herein are the trademarks of their respective owners.
Contacts: Charlotte Rubin Cara Sloman
Novatel Wireless Nadel Phelan
(858) 812-3431 (831) 440-2411
crubin@nvtl.com cara@nadelphelan.com
SOURCE Novatel Wireless, Inc.
Anixter Launches New Virtual Engagement Center to Educate Customers on Data Center Trends
GLENVIEW, Ill., April 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Anixter announced today that it is launching the latest virtual experience for customers who are looking to bolster their knowledge and skills in the data center space. Anixter's Virtual Data Center Seminars will allow customers, industry experts and manufacturers to interact virtually in real time from the comfort and convenience of the workplace, home office or remote location.
Our customers' demand for information is increasing as quickly as the amount of information available, said Doug Deputy, Anixter's Vice President of Solutions Marketing. However, we recognize that the time they have to acquire that information is getting shorter, and more often than not, the opportunities to get away from the office to educate themselves about trends and technologies are becoming harder to justify.
Through Anixter's Virtual Engagement Center, customers can acquire knowledge in a cutting-edge environment. Anixter's Virtual Engagement Center is a Web-based platform that offers live, highly interactive virtual conferences with the ability to connect with colleagues, manufacturer representatives, and Anixter. Anixter's Virtual Data Center Seminar Series offers a dynamic presentation format and live panel discussions that cover topics that are most pressing to contractors, integrators, end-users, architects, consultants and engineers--from sustainability and the green movement to physical security and data center infrastructure.
As current business models require video, voice, data and security networks to be managed over a single converged network, the role of the data center has become even more critical. Several trends are directly impacting the reliability, security and efficiency of data centers. The inaugural event on May 17 at 10:30 CDT will address how physical infrastructure can affect the reliable delivery of data center services. Subsequent events will address the need for secure and energy-efficient data centers.
LIVE! Events
-- May 17, 2012 10:30 a.m. CDT
-- Data Center Reliability - The Role of Infrastructure
-- August 16, 2012 10:30 a.m. CDT
-- Data Center Security - Protecting Critical Systems
-- December 4, 2012 10:30 a.m. CST
-- Data Center Efficiency - Maximizing Return on Investment
Learn about the latest trends, challenges, and solutions in the data center space by registering for Anixter's Virtual Data Center Seminar Series events at anixter.com/dcss.
About Anixter
Anixter International is a leading global distributor of communication and security products, electrical and electronic wire and cable, fasteners and other small parts. The company adds value to the distribution process by providing its customers access to 1) innovative inventory management programs; 2) more than 450,000 products and $1 billion in inventory; 3) 225 warehouses with approximately 7 million square feet of space; and 4) locations in over 260 cities in more than 50 countries. Founded in 1957 and headquartered near Chicago, Anixter trades on The New York Stock Exchange under the symbol AXE.
SOURCE Anixter International, Inc.
Anixter International, Inc.
CONTACT: Dawn Marks, +1-224-521-8484, for Anixter International, Inc.
Qualcomm Atheros Launches the Killer Wireless-N 1202 Wi-Fi Module and the Killer E2200 Ethernet Controller
-- Killer E2200 and 1202 Provide a Superior Entertainment Experience on Desktop and Laptop Computers --
SAN JOSE, Calif., April 23, 2012 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Qualcomm Atheros Inc., the networking and connectivity subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM),today launched both the Killer(TM) Wireless-N 1202 high-performance Wi-Fi(TM) module with Bluetooth(TM) connectivity and the Killer E2200 high-performance gigabit Ethernet controller. The two products are designed to provide improved performance and advanced control by automatically classifying and prioritizing gaming, video and audio network data to provide a superior, uninterrupted online entertainment experience.
"The Killer Wireless-N 1202 and the E2200 stay true to our promise of providing the best in online application performance, intelligence and control for consumers of both desktop and laptop computers," said Mike Cubbage, director of business development, networking business unit, Qualcomm Atheros. "These products create a superior entertainment and real-time communications experience for the end user by ensuring that critical online applications get the bandwidth and priority they need, when they need it."
The Killer Wireless-N 1202 high-performance, 2x2 MIMO Wi-Fi module introduces Bluetooth for the first time, providing users with the ability to play online games or stream media while simultaneously having Bluetooth connectivity, an essential feature for online gamers who use Bluetooth-enabled peripherals. The Killer E2200 high-performance Ethernet controller is an adaptive gigabit Ethernet controller that offers better online gaming and online media performance than standard Ethernet solutions.
Both the Killer Wireless-N 1202 and the Killer E2200 offer superior performance for all online applications through Killer's exclusive Advanced Stream Detect technology, which identifies and prioritizes all network traffic. This ensures important applications that require high-speed connectivity, such as online games and video chat, get priority over less important traffic, such as incoming email or system updates. All Killer technology ships with the exclusive Killer Network Manager, giving users the power to set priorities for all network applications, increase or reduce the bandwidth each application uses, or block an application entirely - all in a unique graphical interface.
The Killer Wireless-N 1202 high-performance Wi-Fi module will be available in May. The Killer E2200 high-performance Ethernet controller is available now.
About Qualcomm Atheros Inc.
Qualcomm Atheros Inc., the networking and connectivity subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated, is a leading provider of wireless and wired technologies for the mobile, networking, computing and consumer electronics markets. The organization is focused on inventing technologies that connect and empower people in ways that are elegant and accessible to all. With its broad connectivity portfolio, Qualcomm Atheros provides its global customer base with high-performance, end-to-end solutions, featuring Wi-Fi®, GPS, Bluetooth®, Ethernet, HomePlug® powerline and PON technologies. Qualcomm Atheros leverages its substantial expertise in RF, signal processing, software and networking to deliver highly integrated, low-power, system-level solutions that enable customers to create high-performance, differentiated products. For more information, go to http://www.qca.qualcomm.com.
Qualcomm Atheros and Killer are trademarks of Qualcomm Atheros Inc. Qualcomm is a trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated. Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. Bluetooth is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth Special Interest Group. HomePlug is a registered trademark of the HomePlug Powerline Alliance. All other trademarks are the sole property of their respective owners.
NEW YORK, April 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- NimbleTV (nimbletv.com) today announces a game changing new subscription-based TV platform that for the first time enables customers to access all of their television from anywhere in the world, on any device. Customers access their subscription TV service using NimbleTV cloud-based software that lets them view their TV wherever they are - with nearly unlimited recording capability and social tools to help guide what to watch. The service is a global platform beginning with TV offerings from the U.S. and India, and will roll out to other countries. Individuals can sign-up for private beta starting today. Anand Subramanian, CEO of NimbleTV, made the announcement.
"NimbleTV is based on the simplest idea: customers should be able to access the TV they pay for wherever they happen to be," said Subramanian. "Today, the groundbreaking technology behind our service makes 'TV everywhere' a reality - with more options, high-quality viewing on any device, watchable from anywhere. Our model is predicated on the belief that providers and content producers should be paid. NimbleTV is a solution that's both consumer friendly and industry friendly."
NimbleTV sets customers up with their own subscription agreements with TV providers that NimbleTV supports. Customers make payments directly to their providers with NimbleTV acting as a payment service. In addition to local coverage, NimbleTV includes all cable channels, depending on which package a customer selects. The service has more than 10,000 hours of digital recording. There is no box to buy or equipment to set up. NimbleTV has built-in social features that enable customers to easily follow and record what their friends like to watch on TV.
Beta users will have access to a TV subscription package with more than two dozen channels, with more added during the beta period. The NimbleTV price will include the provider subscription at cost, plus a small fee for services such as subscription set up and management, the advanced functionality of portability and industry leading DVR capabilities. The company will announce exact pricing when it launches the product to the public in the next few months.
NimbleTV is at the forefront of new technology that helps consumers by merging the best of online and linear content, which mirrors how viewers increasingly experience TV today. For instance, people will be able to connect socially around their favorite shows and communities will help curate choices from among the vast number available. In addition, people today are demanding more simplicity, seeking to avoid unnecessary equipment and set-top boxes.
Media Contacts:
Mario Ruiz
MRPR
Mario@marioruizpublicrelations.com
646-535-3794
Inmarsat (LSE:ISAT.L), the leading provider of global mobile satellite communications
services, today announced the first appointments for its global network of XpressLink
dealers. Twelve of the world's most-respected maritime communications specialists have
been approved to sell XpressLink, providing access to shipping fleets worldwide through
sales teams based in North America, Europe, Middle East and Asia.
Inmarsat issued an invitation to distribution partners, service providers and system
integrators in early March to confirm interest in becoming an XpressLink dealer, with a
positive response from more than 80 per cent. Negotiations with the majority of applicants
are now at an advanced stage. The initial 12 dealers that have completed the rigorous
selection process are:
- Anchor Marine Equipment & Repair Company
- AND Group
- Arskom Marine
- DH-INTERCOM
- Elcome
- Hellenic Radio Services
- Navarino
- One Net
- Otesat-Maritel
- Satlink
- Station Satcom
- Tile Marine.
"We are excited by this endorsement of the XpressLink service as a gateway to Global
Xpress," said Frank Coles, President, Inmarsat Maritime. "These 12 companies are at the
forefront of delivering high-quality and cost-effective solutions to shipping fleets. They
will not support a service unless they know it offers demonstrable value to their
customers - value that is future-proofed with the transition path to Global Xpress.
Several of the dealers we have announced today have already closed deals, and we expect
more soon."
XpressLink offers a fully-integrated Ku-band and L-band solution for a fixed monthly
cost. A complete solution managed by Inmarsat, it delivers a compelling combination of
broadband speed, a reliable and high-quality service, and global coverage. XpressLink
supports always-on data speeds of 768kbps, with a committed information rate of 192kbps,
when the VSAT service is active.
About Inmarsat
Inmarsat plc is the leading provider of global mobile satellite communications
services. Since 1979, Inmarsat has been providing reliable voice and high-speed data
communications to governments, enterprises and other organizations, with a range of
services that can be used on land, at sea or in the air. Inmarsat employs around 1,500
staff in more than 40 locations around the world, with a presence in the major ports and
centres of commerce on every continent. For the year ended 31st December 2011, Inmarsat
plc had total revenue of US$1,409 million and an EBITDA of US$854 million. Inmarsat is
listed on the London Stock Exchange (LSE:ISAT.L). For more information, please visit http://www.inmarsat.com.
Source: Inmarsat
Media Contact, John Warehand, Head of Media & Analyst Relations, Inmarsat, Tel: +44-20-7728-1579, Mob: +44-7739-778128, Email: john.warehand@inmarsat.com
Social Dynamx Launches to Redefine Social Customer Care
Purpose-Built Platform to Identify, Prioritize and Manage Millions of Social Web Conversations
AUSTIN, Texas, April 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Social Dynamx today launched the industry's first purpose-built social customer care platform with scale in mind. The Social Dynamx solution is designed for large enterprises and customer contact centers to identify, prioritize and manage millions of one-on-one social conversations.
Consumers now broadcast their opinions instantly to thousands, or even millions, of people from wherever they are. Social Dynamx quickly identifies relevant conversations and intelligently routes them to the appropriate company service agents to be addressed, while tracking and measuring results according to contact center-specific service level agreements (SLAs).
"No social enterprise transformation strategy can succeed unless Customer Service plays a central role," said Michael Maoz, Vice President and Distinguished Analyst for Customer Strategies research at Gartner. "Current structures are inadequate. The challenge for senior management is to engineer the necessary process and technology changes that will allow customer service to evolve to embrace social trends. New concepts of recruitment, measurement and outcomes are necessary to allow for the increased agent participation in social media. When this happens, and the right supporting technology is deployed, businesses will see increased customer engagement and higher overall customer success."
More than 70 percent of tweets to companies today go unanswered and only 5 percent of Facebook wall posts on brand pages ever receive answers. Much of the reason is that today's tools cannot scale to address large companies' needs.
"Much like the 1-800 number revolutionized customer service channels 20 years ago, Social Dynamx is redefining social customer care," said Mike Betzer, CEO of Social Dynamx, "Our platform was built by industry-recognized leaders in customer service and social innovation to transform how companies build relationships with their customers in high volume environments."
The platform surrounds a service agent with productivity accelerators designed for scale and the ability to streamline responses in the consumer's channel of choice. Social Dynamx also integrates and extends value with standard CRM, knowledge bases and peer-to-peer support forums and has the ability to learn which knowledge articles deliver the most accurate recommended response for agents.
Platform highlights include:
-- Role-specific interface for agents, supervisors and managers
-- Automated prioritization and matching
-- SLA-driven analytics
-- Advanced conversation management
-- Enterprise-scale workflows across distributed teams
-- Continuous self-learning
-- Pre-built enterprise ecosystem integrations (CRM, Listening and
Knowledge)
"Most companies realize that they need to respond organically to what is being said about them (or to them) on the social web but they struggle using current tools designed for marketing and PR," said Jan Ryan, President and COO of Social Dynamx. "Our customers are large enterprises. They're looking for more than a temporary solution -- they want a platform purpose-built for how they manage customer care and a platform that will take them into the future as volumes of social interactions continue to grow."
Facilitating real time one-on-one conversations and support, the Social Dynamx solution allows agents, supervisors and managers to work through interfaces designed specifically for them. By quickly matching agents with social media posts Social Dynamx lets companies rapidly solve customer issues with high accuracy and transform potential detractors into brand advocates. Service agents no longer have to "alt-tab" their way through disconnected application or search siloed information, and now social media teams become more accountable with analytics and metrics geared toward customer success.
Customer Quotes
"Social Dynamx gets 'enterprise.' Period." Esther Pomeleo-Fowler, Director Client Care at Convio.
"Social Dynamx replaced a patchwork of products with a cohesive enterprise platform," said Mark Cohen, Director of Operations, DISH Network. "It's like being given a car when you've been walking to work."
"Social Dynamx brought simplicity at enterprise scale to my team," said Phil Blum, Social Media Customer Care Manager, Time Warner Cable. "After a single onsite implementation session my team was working smoothly."
Pricing and Availability
Social Dynamx is generally available today and priced per user per month.
About Social Dynamx
Social Dynamx is a cloud-based platform for social customer care, purpose-built for the demands of high-volume contact centers and customer care environments. Through automated prioritization, enterprise-grade workflow, and role-specific user interfaces, we enable brands to redefine their relationship with their customers through all social media channels. Based in Austin, Texas, Social Dynamx scales to meet the needs of companies such as Dish Network, Time Warner Cable, Convio and others.
SocialMatica Releases First 2012 Presidential Election Social Media Dashboards
SocialMatica proprietary technology reveals President Obama dominating Mitt Romney in social media ranking and influence
SAN FRANCISCO, April 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- SocialMatica, the innovative leader of social media analytics, today released compelling dashboards of the 2012 presidential election between President Obama and republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney. SocialMatica's semantic data intelligence identifies the vast difference in candidate's social ranking, showing President Obama significantly ahead of Mitt Romney in the social media world. Complete dashboards can be viewed on SocialMatica's website (http://www.socialmatica.com).
"SocialMatica had been tracking the GOP race for months, and our technology accurately predicted Mitt Romney as the prevailing republican presidential candidate. We are now focusing on the 2012 presidential election, and these initial results are astounding. Where Mitt Romney clearly led the GOP candidate race, he is significantly behind President Barack Obama in social media ranking. We expected President Obama to be ahead as a result of three years in office and because of that we added a new feature to our dashboard - the inclusion of real-time tweets and online activity over a 24 hour period. Even with that level-setting, we see Mitt Romney notably behind in the race," said Gary Hermansen, CEO of SocialMatica.
"President Obama and his team have leveraged social media well - it has been a constant marketing, communication strategy and execution tactic. Romney's team clearly understands the value of social media, influencers and topics as demonstrated during the GOP primary, but will need to significantly increase efforts to leverage this data and to accelerate campaign efforts during the presidential campaign," continued Hermansen.
SocialMatica provides analysis and rankings of the 2012 presidential election gathered from vast amounts of available online data, including Facebook, blogs, twitter feeds, LinkedIn, online news sites, discussion groups, forums, and web traffic.
ABOUT SOCIALMATICA
Founded in 2010, SocialMatica is a fast-growing analytics company providing fact-based analysis on social rating and footprint. Through its Social Business Platform based on a contextual and semantic analytics engine, SocialMatica combines the depth of rich data analysis with social marketing expertise to drive campaign recommendations to meet social marketing objectives. http://www.socialmatica.com
Contact:
Wendy Toth for SocialMatica
Wendy.toth@gmail.com
650-520-0705
Opgal to Showcase Advanced Thermal Imaging Solutions at SPIE Exhibition
Display includes continuous zoom uncooled thermal cameras, thermal security cameras, long-range uncooled and cooled thermal cameras and uncooled thermal imaging kits for vehicle-mounted applications
KARMIEL, Israel, April 23, 2012/PRNewswire/ --
Opgal Optronic Industries announced today that it will present its innovative line of
advanced thermal camera and imaging solutions at the SPIE Conference in the Baltimore
Convention Center from April 24 to April 26. Recently named by IMS Research as one of the
top ten perimeter security equipment providers in EMEA and APAC, Opgal is the second
largest global provider of thermal imaging cameras to the perimeter security market.
Opgal's innovative thermal imaging solutions are best suited to video analytics and
are recognized for their unparalleled image quality and strong signal-to-noise ratio
(SNR). At the event, Opgal will display a wide range of ultra-compact, low-power thermal
imaging engines along with its broad product portfolio which includes:
- Golan(TM) - a ruggedized, long-range uncooled thermal camera
- EyeSec(TM)- a line of commercial thermal security cameras
- Tavor(TM) - an uncooled thermal imaging kit suitable for a wide range of
vehicle-mounted applications
- EyeLite(TM) - a continuous zoom cooled thermal imager
Opgal's thermal imaging solutions are based on more than 30 years of development and
are field-proven by hundreds of customers in over 50 countries worldwide. All of Opgal's
products are ruggedized for harsh environments and adhere to IP66 standards. For more
information about Opgal's products, visit us at Booth no. 1113.
About Opgal
Opgal delivers advanced vision and surveillance solutions enabling accurate insight
into suspicious situations in adverse and harsh visibility conditions. Using
state-of-the-art thermal and active-imaging technologies, Opgal leverages advanced
electro-optics and image processing expertise to create high performance, versatile
visualization hardware and software products for the security and paramilitary markets.
Founded 30 years ago, Opgal is a major supplier to some of the leading contractors and has
hundreds of customers in over 50 countries. Opgal is co-owned by Elbit Systems and Rafael. http://www.opgal.com
For more information please contact:
Hadas Weizman
Weizman@opgal.com
+972-54-6077622
The Superyacht Group Sets Sail With NetSuite Cloud To Super-Charge Business Growth And Improve Operational Efficiency
LONDON, April 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- NetSuite Inc. (NYSE: N), the industry's leading provider of cloud-based financials / ERP software suites, today announced that The Superyacht Group has consolidated its sales, marketing and financial operations on NetSuite. By eliminating inefficient point solutions such as QuickBooks and Filemaker Pro, The Superyacht Group has refined its processes across its separate business departments - magazine and website publishing, event hosting, marketing consultancy and creative services - into one central system, providing accurate, real-time financial and customer information and aiding in substantial year-over-year growth from 2009 onward. With NetSuite's cloud solution at the nucleus of its operations, The Superyacht Group has been able to expand into three new market segments.
NetSuite has also enabled The Superyacht Group to reap the benefits of rapid international growth, increased productivity and more efficient business processes. "NetSuite has transformed how we run our business. By taking the suite approach and integrating our core operations into one system, we're able to identify business trends faster and better measure how we're performing against targets. As a result of the efficiencies created by NetSuite, we've also increased our revenues by roughly 20 percent, simply because our salespeople can handle a greater volume of leads," said Pedro Muller, Strategy Director at The Superyacht Group. "In addition, we now get invoices out in minutes, compared to weeks, and we cut our receivables backlog by 70 percent thanks to improvements to our financial processes. The productivity of our sales representatives has increased by as much as 80 percent due to NetSuite."
Today, more than 12,000 companies and subsidiaries depend on NetSuite to run complex, mission-critical business processes globally in the cloud. Since its inception in 1998, NetSuite has established itself as the leading provider of enterprise-class cloud ERP systems for divisions of large enterprises and mid-sized organizations seeking to upgrade their antiquated client/server ERP systems. NetSuite excels at streamlining business operations as demonstrated in a recent Gartner study naming NetSuite as the fastest growing top 10 financial management systems vendor in the world. NetSuite continues its success in delivering the best cloud ERP/financials suites to businesses around the world, enabling them to lower IT costs significantly while increasing productivity, as the global adoption of the cloud is accelerating.
Follow NetSuite's Cloud blog, NetSuite's Facebook page and @NetSuiteEMEA Twitter handle for real-time updates.
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NetSuite Inc.
CONTACT: Mei Li, NetSuite Inc., +1-650-627-1063, mli@netsuite.com
SLI Systems Hosts Webinar Featuring e-Retailer Snow + Rock on Improving Conversions with Optimized Site Search
- April 26 Webinar to Reveal Best Practices for Site Search Analytics and Testing
LONDON, April 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- SLI Systems (http://www.sli-systems.com) today announced that it will host a webinar featuring the UK's number-one ski clothing and equipment retailer Snow + Rock, on how to increase online conversions by optimizing site search. The webinar takes place Thursday, April 26 at 2pm BST. To register, go to https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/218041481.
David Kohn, head of multichannel at Snow + Rock, is the webinar's featured presenter, and will explain how his company has optimized site search and dramatically increased site usage. Also presenting is Chris Edge, customer success manager for SLI Systems, who will detail best practices for using site search analytics and multivariate testing techniques to improve the user experience.
Snow + Rock, an SLI Systems customer, sells both online and through 24 stores throughout the UK. "When site search usage goes up, conversions and revenue increase as well," said Terry Costa, VP of marketing at SLI Systems. "Along with Snow + Rock, we'll offer fresh ideas for boosting search usage, and gaining insights on how visitors use search features."
About SLI Systems
SLI Systems provides full-service, customized, on-demand solutions for site-search, navigation, merchandising, and user-generated SEO. SLI Systems' solutions empower businesses to enhance customer satisfaction while increasing sales, reducing costs and increasing site conversions. Unlike traditional search and merchandising software, SLI Systems' patented technology continuously "learns" from the behavior of visitors over time to deliver more relevant results. SLI Systems is a privately held company with offices in San Jose, California; London; New Zealand and Australia. For more information, visit http://www.sli-systems.com , or read the company's blog at http://blog.sli-systems.com/, watch the SLI YouTube Channel at http://www.youtube.com/user/SLISiteSearch, follow SLI on Twitter at http://twitter.com/slisystems or listen to SLI hosted ecommerce podcasts at http://www.ecommercepodcast.com/.
IN Media Announces Latest Tablet PCs and IP Set Top Box on Android 2.3 for World Markets
IN Media is moving into generating revenue from past year's research
LOS ALTOS, Calif., April 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- IN Media Corp. (IMDC.OB) today announced they have begun to ship new Android based Tablet PCs with Telephony capabilities using CDMA and GSM SIM Cards.
"We are now on course with our revenue targets as the consumers are now looking at Tablet PCs for their day to day infotainment needs. Combining Telephone capabilities has resulted in making Tablet PCs the new Desk Top communication device. Similarly, IP Set Top box brings web content to large screen TVs transforming a TV into Smart TV," Dr. Karnik reported.
"Our PC Tablets will come with access to over 2000 Hollywood titles as a bundled service," said Dr. Nick Karnik, CEO. "Consumers can now watch movies instantly using 3G network module built in the Tablet, avoiding dependencies on wi-fi networks' availability. With thousands of applications available on Android Market, including apps for Netflix, Skype, Etc., consumers can now use the Tablet PCs as a large screen smart phone. The Set Top Box provides wi-fi capabilities with HDMI output to watch 1080P content from the web as well as play Android based games. The Set Top Box comes with wireless key board for all web surfing needs."
IN Media has integrated into their line of Tablet PCs the capability of using both CDMA and 3G GSM Modules for data accessing. "We are now ready to offer the most technologically competitive product line for international use in 7 and 9.7 inch format," Dr. Karnik explained, "which will naturally work in the US market place too."
About IN Media Corp.
IN Media Corp. is an integrator of Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) services, products and content for major platform and service providers (e.g. cable, satellite, and Internet providers). IN Media provides a combination of products and services: set-top box hardware and software services, manufacturing of the set-top boxes, library of content and content aggregation for platform providers to implement an all-in-one solution for IPTV services. More information can be found at: http://www.inmediacorp.com
Certain statements contained in this press release are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of federal securities laws, including, without limitation, anything relating or referring to future financial results and planned business activities. Such statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, which include, without limitation, those in Company reports filed with the SEC. The Company can give no assurance that such expectations will prove correct. Future events and actual results could differ materially from those statements.
IN Media Corp., Media and Investor Relations Contact:
Contact Person: Tom McGrew
Telephone Number: 760-801-3639
Email Address: tomcgbooks(at)gmail(dot)com
Web site address: http://www.inmediacorp.com
ESCORT Presents Award Winning ESCORT Live(TM) and New SmartOffice(TM) Mobile PC at St. Louis 2012 NAFA Show
Summary: ESCORT Inc., the industry leader of radar detection technology, is featuring its new ESCORT SmartOffice(TM) Mobile PC at the 2012 NAFA Show this week in St. Louis alongside its multi-award winning ESCORT Live(TM) real-time ticket protection network.
ST. LOUIS, April 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- ESCORT Inc. (ESCORTinc.com), designer and manufacturer of the world's best premium automotive accessories, is presenting two of its new products at the NAFA 2012 Institute and Expo Show (National Association of Fleet Management/Managers) this week in St. Louis - the multi-award winning ESCORT Live(TM) real-time ticket protection network and ESCORT"s first ever Mobile Business PC for fleet and business operators, ESCORT SmartOffice(TM).
"It is widely known that ESCORT provides the most advanced radar and laser defense on the market. Now we have expanded our line of premium automotive accessories by offering our new ESCORT SmartOffice(TM) connected mobile PC solution for the millions of fleet and owner/operator service providers who need office tools on the go," said ESCORT President and CEO John Larson. "SmartOffice(TM) allows fleet and mobile service providers to access files, conduct point-of-sale transactions (POS) in the field and importantly, conduct their business right in the field, anytime and anywhere they are called."
ESCORT SmartOffice(TM) is much more than another rugged, mobile PC. ESCORT SmartOffice(TM) rugged, mobile PC consolidates complete office functionality into a single, connected mobile device. Based on familiar Microsoft Windows 7 OS and complete PC functionality, SmartOffice(TM) includes navigation, point-of-sale credit card processing, fleet vehicle management, remote inventory/CRM management, barcode/RFID reader, reverse camera option and fleet transportation/logistics monitoring. SmartOffice(TM) gives drivers and service providers all of their office tools fast, with accurate business solutions, delivered right where they need them - in the field, in real time.
In addition to presenting its new fleet management products on the NAFA show floor in St. Louis, ESCORT will also be featuring its multi-award winning ESCORT Live(TM) 'social network for the road' (booth # 815). ESCORT invites NAFA fleet managers and show attendees to experience a personal demonstration of ESCORT Live(TM)'s real-time threat and information sharing.
"ESCORT's position and reputation as the leading innovator and provider of the most advanced radar and laser defense on the market is undisputed," said Larson. "We've raised that bar with Escort Live(TM) and continue to redefine 'driving smarter' with new technologies like ESCORT SmartOffice(TM)."
ESCORT has seen its highly successful multi-award winning ESCORT Live(TM) ticket protection network continue to receive national accolades and awards. In addition to being included in Edmunds 'Top Ten New Products' list, ESCORT Live(TM) has also been named a CES 2012 Innovations Design and Engineering Award winner as well as 'Best New Mobile Product' at SEMA.
ESCORT Live(TM) uses Bluetooth technology embedded in SmartCord Live(TM) cords and a unique app for the driver's smartphone. When alerts are detected, they are transmitted to the ESCORT Live(TM) "cloud" and then broadcast across the ESCORT Live(TM) network, notifying drivers of potential ticket threats. In addition to network alerts, the new smartphone app technology provides ESCORT's industry-leading Defender® database of red light and speed-ticketing camera locations and speed traps as well as ESCORT's patented GPS features including posted speed limit information, over-speed limit alerts, live traffic for route optimization and more.
Unique to the radar detector ticket protection category is the ESCORT Live(TM) community's real-time national reach and scale. Currently there are more than 1 million ESCORT and BELTRONICS ESCORT Live(TM) compatible radar detectors in use throughout North America. Multiply this data gathering and sharing process by millions of miles and millions of driving hours and the result is a nation of protected ESCORT Live(TM) drivers.
For more details on the revolutionary ESCORT Live(TM) network and the new ESCORT SmartOffice(TM) visit ESCORTinc.com or call 800.433.3487.
About ESCORT Inc.
ESCORT Inc. is the leading manufacturer of high-performance radar and laser detectors, the patented ESCORT Live(TM) real-time ticket protection network, commercial fleet ESCORT SmartOffice(TM) rugged mobile PC, ESCORT MobileTV(TM), Guardian Alert reverse obstacle detection systems, Entourage GPS-enabled navigation and tracking products, ESCORT QuickStart(TM) and other Drive Smarter products. ESCORT manufactures products under the ESCORT, PASSPORT, REDLINE, SOLO, Vector and BELTRONICS brands. The company is headquartered in West Chester, Ohio, with its principal manufacturing facility located in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada.
Facts on radar detectors and speeding tickets:
-- Radar detectors are legal in 49 states (only Virginia prohibits their
use)
-- Multiple public domain sources reveal that more than 50 million drivers
receive a speeding ticket in the United States each year - about one in
every four drivers
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Maxthon Mobile Now Optimized for BlackBerry PlayBook: New OS. New Possibilities.
SAN FRANCISCO, April 20, 2012 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Maxthon (http://www.maxthon.com), a global software and web services company, announces the release of its newly optimized version of Maxthon Mobile for the BlackBerry Playbook. This launch brings the speed, security and ease-of-use of Maxthon Mobile, which is already a hit with Android smart phones, the Amazon Kindle Fire and Barnes and Noble Nook tablets, to BlackBerry's own operating system and hardware design. Users can download Maxthon Mobile for the Playbook at http://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/98559/?lang=en
"The PlayBook is an innovative union of design and enhanced performance, giving users hours of entertainment and a replacement for traditional laptops. Maxthon Mobile is the perfect accompaniment for this tablet since it provides unmatched speed and performance," says Jeff Chen, CEO of Maxthon. "The PlayBook is ideal for reading and watching content and there's no question Maxthon Mobile's browser serves that need very, very well."
"Maxthon Mobile makes surfing the web a pleasure on the PlayBook, because it's designed to address the specific needs of a tablet browser," says Karl Mattson, GM of Maxthon International/Chief of Product Development. "For example, our PlayBook browser offers special, tablet-optimized advanced touch screen gestures and free cloud services that allow you move easily from PC to handset to your PlayBook.,"
"The ratings from PlayBook users suggests we're on the right track: Maxthon Mobile for the PlayBook is 5-star way to enjoy the best of the web."
About Maxthon
With offices in the San Francisco, Beijing and Hong Kong, Maxthon Ltd. is an innovative software company and developer of superior web browsers which continue to set new standards for simplicity, speed and security. Each month more than 130,000,000 people use Maxthon's web browser in 120 countries across the world. Maxthon also brings its best-of-breed browsing to the Android platform for mobile devices and tablet computers. For more information about Maxthon please visit http://www.maxthon.com.
Microsoft Security Fundamentals (MTA) Training Released by TrainSignal
For individuals beginning their IT career, the MTA certification in Microsoft Security opens many certification paths.
SCHAUMBURG, Ill., April 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- TrainSignal, the global leader in professional computer training, announced the release of their Microsoft Security Fundamentals course.
The latest Microsoft video training from TrainSignal focuses on fundamental security concepts used in a Windows Server 2008 environment. The course aids students in gaining fundamental knowledge for beginning a career in IT security, learning concepts in security layers, Windows operating system security, network security, and key security software. Taught by Microsoft expert Don Jones, the lessons also cover firewalls and best-practices techniques for managing security on a wide variety of devices across a range of scenarios. Lesson content builds on knowledge of Microsoft networking fundamentals, another MTA certification.
Microsoft MTA Security Training is aimed at entry-level IT professionals and students seeking a benchmark of knowledge for security concepts, as well as technical competency for transitioning to Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) exams in the future. Viewers of the course are only expected to have some hands-on experience with Windows-based networking, active directory, network topologies & devices, anti-malware and network ports.
The main security topics explained in the course are:
-- IPSec
-- Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
-- Firewalls: Hardware & Software Firewall Concepts
-- Password Policy: Authentication, Authorization and Auditing
-- Access Control Lists (ACLs)
-- Securing Web Browsers and Email
Microsoft MTA Security Fundamentals training is taught by author, speaker and trainer, Don Jones. Don has authored over 45 titles in IT administration and software development, and continues to write for top IT publications. With over 20 years of information technology experience, he has been named Microsoft MVP multiple times and speaks regularly at IT conferences worldwide.
This Microsoft Security Fundamentals Training course contains 26 lessons in over 6 hours of video instruction. Students will receive 1 DVD of video lessons and 1 DVD of additional content. Each lesson is available in several formats, iPod Video, Mp3 Audio, .WMV and high quality AVI, allowing students to use course materials on a variety of devices. Students can view all materials online after purchasing the course, ensuring instant access.
Microsoft Security Fundamentals is available for just $97. TrainSignal backs each and every course with their exclusive 90-day Total Experience Guarantee. All courses are shipped worldwide at no charge.
About TrainSignal: Founded in 2002, TrainSignal provides computer-based "Total Experience" training that gives individuals the tools and confidence to tackle real-world challenges, pass their certification exams and succeed in today's competitive global IT market.
TrainSignal offers a wide range of computer training packages covering Microsoft, Cisco, Citrix, CompTIA, VMware, and Microsoft Office. In addition to its Windows Server 2008, Exchange Server 2010, and Windows 7 courses, TrainSignal offers training for over fifty different training courses including VMware vSphere training, Cisco CCNA training, Citrix XenApp training and more.
A privately-held company, TrainSignal is based in Schaumburg, IL. For more information about TrainSignal, please visit http://www.trainsignal.com.
SOURCE TrainSignal
TrainSignal
CONTACT: Iman Jalali of TrainSignal, +1-224-836-6204, iman@trainsignal.com
A New Section of Scandinavia is Welcomed into the Growing Yelp Community
COPENHAGEN, Denmark, April 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Yelp (NYSE: YELP), the community-led city guide and search site, today announced the availability of Yelp Denmark (http://www.yelp.dk). Beginning today, Danes are able to create accounts on Yelp.dk to share their opinions about great local businesses and services. Yelp's free iPhone and Android applications will also be made available in Denmark, as well as its free suite of business owner tools: Yelp for Business Owners (http://biz.yelp.dk).
"When you add the infamous honesty and dry wit of the average Dane to their attention to detail in all that they do (especially with regards to food preparation), we believe we have the perfect fundamentals for a thriving Yelp community," said Miriam Warren, Vice President of European Marketing, Yelp. "Whether it's to find the best place to try the now internationally famous Smorrebrod, or to share their excitement of a day at the Tivoli Gardens, we look forward seeing the Yelp community grow and develop across Denmark as the go-to source to find great local businesses."
The site supports Danish, Swedish, Dutch, French, German, Italian, English, and Spanish, providing users access to local insights in any one of these languages. Denmark is the twelfth country to have a dedicated Yelp community in Europe as the company continues to deliver on its international growth strategy.
While available throughout Denmark, Yelp will focus its initial community building efforts in Copenhagen -- a city-by-city approach that the company has used to launch in markets throughout the world.
To learn more and see pictures of Yelp.dk and our iPhone and Android applications, visit our Yelp Official Blog (http://officialblog.yelp.com)
About Yelp:
Yelp (http://www.yelp.com or http://www.yelp.dk) connects people with great local businesses. Yelp was founded in San Francisco in July 2004. Since then, Yelp communities have taken root in major metros across the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, France, Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, Spain, Italy, Switzerland, Belgium, Australia, Sweden and Denmark. Yelp had a monthly average of 66 million unique visitors* in Q4 2011, and its mobile application was used on approximately 5.7 million unique mobile devices to help people make spending decisions on the go. By the end of Q4 2011, Yelpers had written approximately 25 million rich, local reviews, making Yelp the leading local guide for real word-of-mouth on everything from boutiques and mechanics to restaurants and dentists.
For more information, please visit http://www.yelp.dk or send an email to press@yelp.co.uk.
*Source: Google Analytics
Media Contacts:
Denmark
Tine Louise Knudsen
Morsing PR
tine@morsingpr.dk
+45 31 64 67 74
UK
Elliot Adams
Yelp
eadams@yelp.co.uk or press@yelp.co.uk
+44 (0) 207 549 3603
SmartSource Xpress Offers Eco-friendly Coupons For Earth Day And Everyday
NEW YORK, April 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- With Earth Day this Sunday, April 22, SmartSource Xpress - the free digital coupon application for the iPad® - is reminding consumers there is a way to help preserve the planet while saving money on everyday items through paperless coupons every day of the year. With a tap of the iPad screen, savings are sent to consumers' registered shopper cards and automatically redeemed using Direct2Card(TM) (D2C) technology at participating store checkouts. The result is no paper and no waste. The D2C retailer network is comprised of nearly 4,000 stores across the country and is expected to expand dramatically in the coming months.
In addition to being a great environmental choice that saves consumers money, paperless coupons make for an easier shopping experience, speeding up check-out and eliminating every couponer's nightmare: forgetting coupons at home.
Since the launch of SmartSource Xpress in March, consumers have responded to this eco-friendly app in a positive way - with thousands of coupons redeemed. According to Inmar, a leading provider of promotions management, coupon processing and business intelligence, digital coupons are rapidly growing - up 46% over the last two years as shoppers look for easy, fast and green ways to save.
"SmartSource Xpress digital coupons offer a way for the everyday shopper to lessen his or her carbon footprint while saving money on the products and brands they need and want," said Henri Lellouche, SVP of News America Marketing. "There's no reason for saving money and saving the planet to be mutually exclusive."
SmartSource Xpress can be downloaded for free from the App Store(SM).
SmartSource Xpress is part of the News America Marketing (NAM) coupon family, which includes SmartSource.com, a popular couponing website that allows consumers to select individual coupons, and only print the ones they know will be used.
News America Marketing®, a division of News Corporation, is the premier single-source provider of consumer marketing services in the U.S. and Canada. The company's product portfolio, marketed under the SmartSource® brand name, consists of the first branded free-standing insert, known as SmartSource Magazine®, popular online consumer coupon site SmartSource.com, various in-store marketing products, merchandising services, database marketing tools and online promotions. These products and services allow marketers to deliver a brand message to millions of consumers each month via a network of 1,640+ newspapers/publications* and over 59,550** supermarket, drug, office, mass merchandisers and dollar-store locations across the country, including Kroger, Safeway, Publix, CVS, Rite Aid, Walgreens, Staples, Family Dollar and Dollar General.
*Market list effective January, 2012
** Based on NAM's SSCM; In-store Network as of February 27-March 25, 2012, Auto and Domestic COT effective March 26-April 22, 2012
SOURCE News America Marketing
News America Marketing
CONTACT: Laura Richards, News America Marketing, +1-212-782-8145, lrichards@newsamerica.com; Emily Vicker, Rubenstein Associates Public Relations, +1-212-843-8078, evicker@rubenstein.com
Four Golden Seeds companies announce major product launches
NEW YORK, April 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Four Golden Seeds portfolio companies announced launches this week:
-- Style for Hire's national network of personal style experts
-- AboutOne's new version of its online organizer
-- Chromis Fiberoptics' low-cost HDMI active optical cable (AOC) plastic
optical fiber
-- Honestly Now's new service offering, Honestly Expert
Style for Hire marked the rollout of its singular destination - StyleforHire.com - and its national personal styling service with 135 stylists in 24 key U.S. markets, including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco and Boston. Co-founder Stacy London is passionate about her mission to help anyone who lacks the know-how, the confidence or even the time, to master the art of their own personal style. "Style for Hire is the physical extension of my style philosophy," said London, who serves as the firm's spokesperson and Stylist-in-Chief. "Our stylists help anyone - regardless of size, lifestyle or budget - find their own style, have fun with fashion, and gain confidence in the process!"
AboutOne launches the new version of its online organizer and companion Windows Phone app at the Philadelphia Women In Tech Summit on April 21st. Building on partnerships with Microsoft, Nokia, and Suze Orman, AboutOne adds online filing and reporting to customers' existing calendar and contact tools to provide fast, easy access to family memories and household paperwork. The patented technology provides secure information instantly - anytime, anywhere. "I'm particularly excited to launch the new version at an event celebrating women as technology innovators," said Joanne Lang, AboutOne's founder and CEO. "It's a particularly nice fit for us since Golden Seeds - a network of angel investors who invest in early stage companies founded and led by women - led our Series A financing."
Chromis Fiberoptics produced the first commercial gigabit plastic optical fiber and this week announced commercial availability of the world's first low-cost HDMI active optical cable (AOC) produced with plastic optical fiber. "This new solution takes AOC's from being a very expensive, super-premium HDMI solution to being a very affordable one," said Whitney White, the CEO of Chromis Fiberoptics. "Our HDMI AOC offers the same high performance as glass fiber at a price point that enables wider usage including connections for digital signage, and also in class rooms, conference rooms, home theaters and videophile installations." See website for specification sheet.
Honestly Now, a Q&A platform helping people make excellent personal decisions by combining the best of crowd sourcing, expert opinion, mobility and game mechanics, has limited spots for its new service offering, Honestly Expert. Targeting rising authors, speakers and experts from all fields, Honestly Expert offers a suite of online tools for experts to engage fans and create real-time, highly sharable content in just a few minutes each day. A suite of embeddable Q&A widgets extends the addictive Honestly Now experience. Experts can join the waitlist on the company website.
Golden Seeds is an investment firm dedicated to delivering above market returns through the empowerment of women entrepreneurs and the people who invest in them.
5® Gum to Webcast Exclusive Sets from Childish Gambino and Other Lives
The Switch celebrates 5 RPM with simultaneous live performances that let you Choose Your Energy(TM)
CHICAGO, April 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- 5 gum announced today that Childish Gambino and Other Lives will be the artists featured in the second performance set of The Switch, a live online music event where viewers can choose the artist to suit their mood.
The Switch kicked off the first concert event in March 2012 with performances from Theophilus London and The Givers. Archived clips are available here.
Now, music aficionados are invited to tune into YouTube.com/TheSwitch on April 23 at 5PM PT to Choose Your Energy(TM) between an energizing performance from Childish Gambino or a relaxing set from Other Lives.
Both live music events, presented by La Blogotheque, are powered by 5 gum to celebrate the launch of RPM(TM) - available in an Energizing Fruit or a Relaxing Mint flavor.
Additional Details:
-- The event begins April 23 at 5PM PT at YouTube.com/TheSwitch; both
hour-long sets will stream twice, so users have the opportunity to watch
both if they're in the mood!
-- Fans will also have the opportunity to view exclusive content, create
their own playlist that reflects their mood or discover relaxing and
energizing tunes curated by their favorite artists.
-- Anyone who can't tune into the live performance should visit the The
Switch YouTube page to watch archived performances of select songs from
each artist (available thru May 11, 2012).
-- Archived clips from The Givers and Theophilus London are available now.
Rolta® and Intergraph® showcasing latest engineering technologies for EPCs and owner operators during technology seminar in India
A valuable opportunity for new and existing customers to learn how to face tomorrow's business challenges with Intergraph's integrated SmartPlant® Enterprise Solutions.
HUNTSVILLE, Ala., April 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Rolta and Intergraph announce the "Rolta - Intergraph Technology Seminar 2012," taking place in three different cities in India: April 23 in Mumbai, April 25 in Chennai and April 27 in New Delhi. These one-day seminars are an excellent opportunity for customers and prospects to gain insights into the latest engineering solutions, to share experiences with peers and to meet Rolta and Intergraph experts.
The event focus is on solutions for well-known pain areas that owner operators and engineering, procurement and construction companies (EPCs) often have to face in today's market. Tight schedules, data handover and maintenance issues can be challenging for owner operators while trying to run the assets safely and above optimal levels. EPCs are experiencing shrinking margins, complex construction tasks and global project executions. The successful partnership between Rolta and Intergraph offers the latest, integrated engineering technology to overcome these challenges, and to improve productivity throughout the project and plant life cycle.
Topics of the seminar include product updates for all relevant SmartPlant Enterprise solutions, interfaces and automation processes to increase safety, quality and productivity, and how to overcome complex construction challenges. Further, experts and executives from Rolta and Intergraph will give a unique insight in future developments and strategies for India and the respective industry sectors. Attendees will benefit from valuable, practically orientated sessions showing how to achieve substantial productivity gains and improved engineering efficiency by learning how to leverage all functionalities Intergraph's fully integrated solutions have to offer.
"The Indian market is a very strategic market for Intergraph, and our Process, Power & Marine (PP&M) division's portfolio is there to answer customer specific demands," said Philippe Marceau, Intergraph PP&M executive vice president for EMIA. "How to shorten time to market, gain productivity and leverage all available business benefits is the main focus of this conference. We will demonstrate these benefits through the range of Intergraph's existing solutions and also introduce new solutions tailored to address new business needs."
"S.K. Shirguppi, Group Director, Engineering Business, Rolta India Limited, said, "Rolta, along with its partner Intergraph, have been bringing cutting edge technology solutions for more than two decades to the Indian market. We want to ensure our customer businesses are kept abreast of the global trends and benefit from cutting-edge solutions that help process, power and marine companies to stay ahead of competition and run their assets safely and efficiently."
The Rolta - Intergraph Technology Seminar 2012 will explain important deployment strategies for some of the latest engineering technologies, showing attendees how this will bring greater impact on their business, processes and profitability. New business models, revamped work processes and added value through innovative use of productivity tools will give companies the competitive edge needed in today's and tomorrow's market. Professionals and technologists from EPCs and plant owner operators are invited to join this event and discover how SmartPlant Enterprise meets individual business needs and improves collaboration by offering a powerful portfolio of industry-leading, best-in-class design and data management solutions.
The ARC Advisory Group, a leading industry analyst firm, ranked Intergraph the No. 1 overall engineering design 3D software and process engineering tools (PET) provider worldwide according to its "PET Worldwide Outlook Market Analysis and Forecast through 2015."
About Rolta
Rolta is a leading provider of innovative IT solutions for many vertical segments, including Utilities, Governments, Transportation, Process, Power, Banking and Insurance. These enterprise level solutions are built around Rolta's intellectual property and domain expertise to offer unique business intelligence for impactful insights for effective decision making.
Rolta's solutions framework includes Geospatial Fusion(TM), a suite to integrate disparate spatial and business data; Rolta OneView(TM), a BI solution for operational excellence; and Rolta iPerspective(TM), a unique platform for SOA and "Cloud" enablement. Rolta's intellectual property repository contains cutting-edge software for mapping and earth sciences, providing the foundation for Defense and Homeland Security solutions including C4ISTAR information systems, Military Communications, Digital Soldier, and Vehicle Systems. Rolta is a multinational organization headquartered in India, which has executed projects in over 40 countries.
Rolta has a countrywide infrastructure and international subsidiaries across the globe. Forbes Global ranked Rolta amongst the "Best 200 under a Billion" four times in six years. The Company is listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange and National Stock Exchange in cash and F&O segment, and forms part of various indices on BSE/NSE. The Company's GDRs are listed on the Main Board of London Stock Exchange and its FCCBs are listed on the Singapore Stock Exchange. For more information visit http://www.rolta.com
About Intergraph
Intergraph is the leading global provider of engineering and geospatial software that enables customers to visualize complex data. Businesses and governments in more than 60 countries rely on Intergraph's industry-specific software to organize vast amounts of data to make processes and infrastructure better, safer and smarter. The company's software and services empower customers to build and operate more efficient plants and ships, create intelligent maps, and protect critical infrastructure and millions of people around the world.
Intergraph operates through two divisions: Process, Power & Marine (PP&M) and Security, Government & Infrastructure (SG&I). Intergraph PP&M provides enterprise engineering software for the design, construction, operation and data management of plants, ships and offshore facilities. Intergraph SG&I provides geospatially powered solutions, including ERDAS technologies, to the public safety and security, defense and intelligence, government, transportation, photogrammetry, and utilities and communications industries. Intergraph Government Solutions (IGS) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Intergraph Corporation responsible for the SG&I U.S. federal and classified business.
Frustrated Author Releases His Master Cleanse Coach App For Android Phones
Bestselling author, Peter Glickman, didn't have time to answer people's Master Cleanse questions. So, he brought his popular Master Cleanse Coach app to the Android Market to ensure people get their questions answered and have the right data to succeed on the Master Cleanse.
CLEARWATER, Fla., April 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Peter Glickman's book on the Master Cleanse, Lose Weight, Have More Energy & Be Happier in 10 Days, was so successful that he found himself on the pages of the NY Times, London Times, USA Today and Vogue Australia as well as on NBC's Today Show, CBS National News, Fox TV's Good Morning Show and radio shows as far as Jamaica. That's when his trouble started.
"So many people were calling, emailing and asking me questions about the Master Cleanse that there just wasn't enough time to answer everyone and I felt bad because I knew some of them wouldn't get great results unless they knew a little more. So, I decided to create a smart phone app that had the answers they needed to succeed," said the developer of the Master Cleanse Coach App, just released for Android phones.
Glickman's first Master Cleanse Coach app was for the iPhone and iPad. It included Quick Start instructions; instant answers to the most common questions; a link to order books and supplies; a daily journal with comments that can post to Facebook or Twitter; graphs of Weight, Waist, Energy & Happiness; before and after pictures and the ability to share journals with friends via email.
Even though it sold more than 4,800 copies in 49 countries, it didn't completely solve the problem because enormous numbers of people had Android phones and Glickman still couldn't keep up with everyone's questions.
So now, Glickman is extending his ability to answer people's questions by bringing the Master Cleanse Coach to the Android phone market with more than 300 million Android devices currently in use worldwide and 6 million more activated each week.
However, Glickman says he's not done yet. The man CBS National News called the modern-day Master Cleanse guru says he won't stop until everyone has heard of the Master Cleanse and gotten their questions answered.
SingleHop Enhances Customer Bill of Rights With More Automation
New features continue to improve this unique Service Level Agreement
CHICAGO, April 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- SingleHop, Inc., a leading dedicated server and cloud hosting provider, today announced the addition of more automated features for its Customer Bill of Rights, a new type of Service Level Agreement (SLA). The company introduced the Customer Bill of Rights program earlier this year by publicly posting its rigid internal timing standards on everything from hardware replacements to server deployment. An in-depth dashboard has been added to the company's client portal, LEAP3, to allow customers to see real-time performance levels.
"The Bill of Rights already gives customers more transparency into their services than any other SLA. With this new update, we have enhanced that by making it entirely automated and fully integrated in the customer's existing LEAP account," said Andy Pace, Chief Operating Officer. "A client may view the dashboard at any time to make sure SingleHop is abiding by their rigid standards. If a goal is missed, the customer simply clicks a button and the process for requesting their SLA credit is complete. It's all about being easy," added Pace.
Sample Features of the Customer Bill of Rights:
Service Guaranteed SLA Credit if Missed
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First Response to a Support
Ticket 1 Hour 5%
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Updated Ticket Frequency 2 Hour 5%
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Server Deployment 1 Hour 10%
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Virtual Machine Deployment 15 Minutes 10%
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Network and Power Uptime 100% Sliding scale, up to
100%
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The Bill of Rights dashboard also allows customers to see how well SingleHop is servicing their account. "That was an important factor we wanted to be able to showcase. If we deploy a server 30% faster than our guarantee, I want our customers to know that was the case. This is real-time data where we offer 100% transparency to every single customer, no matter wholesale or retail," added Pace.
SingleHop Behind the Numbers:
Service Guaranteed SLA SingleHop average
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About SingleHop, Inc.
SingleHop is a dedicated server and cloud hosting provider that offers highly scalable, on-demand infrastructure services to both end-users and resellers primarily under monthly contracts. With clients in 114 countries, two Chicago-area data centers, and over 10,000 servers online, SingleHop delivers state-of-the-art hardware, server management customization and Infrastructure-as-a-Service. While combining security and convenience to provide solutions for a wide range of enterprises, SingleHop remains an industry leader in providing customers with automatic server deployment, remote management, and accessibility using a variety of personal devices.
SingleHop was established in 2006 and makes its home in Chicago, IL. In 2011, the company was named #25 on the Inc. 500 list for the fastest growing companies in America, a significant leap from #58 the previous year.
Contact:
Kevin Swan
Director of Communications
kswan@singlehop.com
312 447 2580 x203
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National Restaurant Chain Rewards Loyal Fans For Reaching One Million 'Likes'
ATLANTA, April 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Over the last year, Arby's Restaurant Group, Inc. sold more than 682 million sandwiches, 282 million orders of Curly Fries and 52 million Jamocha Shakes. Arby's is excited to add another million to that tally - one million Facebook fans! In celebration of this milestone, Arby's is rewarding loyal fans with a chance to win a limited edition "Born to be Roasted" t-shirt.
"We are thrilled that Arby's has generated so many Facebook 'likes,' and want to thank our fans by giving away our newly designed Arby's t-shirts so they can proudly wear their love of roast beef on their chests," said Bob Kraut, Senior Vice President, Advertising and Marketing Communications, Arby's Restaurant Group, Inc. "As our fan base continues to grow across all of our social media platforms, we will offer more great deals and giveaways."
Arby's presence and influence in social media continues to expand. In fact, according to a study released by Nation'sRestaurant News' Restaurant Social Media Index, Arby's saw the most growth on Klout, which measures brands' influence and engagement in social media, amongst restaurants in the fourth quarter of 2011. Along with one million Facebook 'likes,' Arby's has more than 46,000 Twitter followers and more than 15,000 views on their branded YouTube channel.
About Arby's Restaurant Group, Inc.
Atlanta-based Arby's Restaurant Group, Inc. is the second largest quick-service sandwich chain in the U.S. with more than 3,500 restaurants systemwide. In addition to its classic Roast Beef and Beef 'n Cheddar sandwiches, slow-roasted and thinly carved in store daily, Arby's is also known for its deli-style Market Fresh® line of sandwiches and salads, Curly Fries and Jamocha Shakes. In 2011, Arby's introduced Ultimate Angus, a premium Angus beef menu line featured in sandwiches and wraps. To learn more about Arby's, please visit http://www.arbys.com.
Virtual Internet, a leading cloud hosting provider for businesses, has recently
redesigned their website in order to improve its efficiency and customer experience. The
Virtual Internet website has been significantly streamlined in order to present users with
a much easier and clearer navigation process enabling users to find what they're looking
for at just a few clicks of the mouse.
Patrick McCarthy, Managing Director of Virtual Internet, is very excited about the new
website layout as he believes it will have a very positive impact on the number of
customers using Virtual Internet's services: "With this new website design we are positive
that when potential customers land on our site they'll be encouraged to remain on it and
have a look around the site. Ultimately we will therefore reduce the bounce rate and
increase the average amount of time users spend on the site. The website is visually much
more attractive and we're feeling good about the impact it will have on our business. It's
amazing how a stronger website can substantially influence the entire business. "
One of the main differences one notices when comparing the new site to the old site
is, simply, how much more aesthetically pleasing it is. Upon landing on vi.net a user's
attention is immediately grabbed by the colourful banner, stylish product features and
powerful brand names on the centre of the page alluding to companies Virtual Internet
already works with.
Virtual Internet was founded in 1996 as a provider of high availability hosting
solutions for corporations. Virtual Internet specialises in cloud services
[http://www.vi.net/cloud-services ] and exceptional managed services with tailored SLAs
whilst also offering a reliable platform for hosting a website and application without
having to manage the infrastructure that goes with it.
The cloud services offered by Virtual Internet include cloud servers, private cloud
and hybrid cloud. They deliver a dynamic environment for hosting IT assets with the added
flexibility of being able to change resource requirements at any time and in conjunction
with a business's objectives.
If you would like any more information on the services provided by Virtual Internet
[http://www.vi.net ], please do not hesitate to visit their website where you will find
further explanations of all the services they offer.
Contact:
Yana Kryuchkova
yana.kryuchkova@vi.net
+44(0)207-854-6678
NIAGARA, N.Y., April 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- HostPapa green web hosting is looking for a new look - and is asking customers, friends, and the public for help.
This week, HostPapa announced the "Who's Your Papa?" logo design contest. The premise is simple: participants are invited to create an original, eye-catching logo for HostPapa and upload it to HostPapa's Facebook contest page.
The contest is already creating a buzz within the HostPapa community.
"We really want our customers to drive the process and help inspire and focus our upcoming redesign," says Sylvain Patry, Vice-President of Business Development for HostPapa web hosting company. "We want to know what HostPapa means to them, and how they see us.
"This contest is also part of HostPapa's efforts to engage more directly with our customers who are, after all, at the center of everything we do."
The Who's Your Papa? logo competition is open to all - not just HostPapa customers. As well, interested members of the public may view and vote on the logos in competition.
Although the final winner will be declared by a judging panel, the more votes a design receives, the better its chances of taking the grand prize: a 16GB New iPad, $500 in swag featuring the winning design - and bragging rights! After all, the new logo will appear on all HostPapa websites, promotional materials, communications, and be a key part of the new redesign.
Logos must be submitted by May 14, 2012, to be eligible.
Prizes available include:
-- 1st place: New 16 GB iPad ($500 value) and $500 in HostPapa gear
featuring the NEW HostPapa logo
-- 2nd place: $100 gift card from Adobe products
-- 3rd place: $50 gift card myFonts.com
-- People's Choice: 8GB iPod Touch ($200 value)
HostPapa is a privately owned green website hosting company located in Niagara Falls, New York, and Toronto, Canada. Since 2006, HostPapa has offered reliable, budget-friendly hosting solutions for small- to medium-sized businesses. One of the first web hosting companies to make a public commitment to going green, HostPapa operations are powered by 100% green renewable energy.
SOURCE HostPapa Inc.
HostPapa Inc.
CONTACT: Stephanie Porter of HostPapa, 1-888-959-7272
Polaris Launches Intellect FABX on iPad at Harvard Club of New York City
NEW YORK and CHENNAI, India, April 20, 2012/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --
- Higher Efficiency Enabler for Intelligent Client Interactions at Any
Location, be it the Workplace or Restaurants
- Financial Advisor Workstation with a Single Point Interface which Increases
Relationship Manager Productivity by up to 30%
Polaris Financial Technology Ltd. (POLS.BO), a leading global Financial Technology
Company, today announced the launch of Intellect[TM] FABX (Financial Advisor Business
eXchange) on the iPad, the most comprehensive financial advisor workstation available on
the iPad. Intellect FABX's customer engagement solution will dramatically change the way
financial advisors engage with clients in result-oriented conversations. The unique
solution empowers the advisor with a single point interface offering a comprehensive
360-degree view of the client, to manage rising core system complexities thereby
increasing productivity by up to 30%.
Intellect FABX was launched during an event at the Harvard Club of New York City as
part of Polaris' FT (Financial Technology) Innovation Series. The Polaris FT Innovation
Series is an initiative spearheaded by the FT Research team at Polaris which aims to drive
innovation across the organization and establish partnerships in academia to address
critical business challenges and generate customer value and is therefore fundamental to
Polaris' FT leadership.
The launch event was followed by a panel discussion on "Technological Challenges in
Wealth Management" which was attended by senior leaders from Morgan Stanley, JPMC, Citi
CPB and Polaris.
Intellect FABX is a productivity enhancer that achieves Advisor Desktop Aggregation by
seamlessly orchestrating data from multiple sources and provides on-demand intelligence
about clients across multiple channels including mobile devices. It ensures consistent
application experience on desktop, laptop and iPad, allows greater focus on serving
clients rather than spending valuable time on operational activities and its scalable
architecture enables faster launch and reduced time to market of new widgets.
Arun Jain, Chairman & CEO, Polaris Financial Technology Ltd. said, "The Financial
world is moving from Transactions to Conversations. The Financial Advisors therefore need
to be enabled with not just comprehensive views of their customer, but a Superior
interaction layer and Analytics that can help them take Smart decisions, quickly. With
classic 'design thinking' in action, FABX on iPad is the Solution for Customer-Centricity.
This helps Relationship Managers to very quickly move from RM's to Expert RM's to Client
Partners."
For more info contact: Dwaipayan Deb (+91-99625-36442; dwaipayan.d@polarisFT.com)
Rapid Fire Marketing Orders Second Production of CANNAcigs
CARSON CITY, Nev., April 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Rapid Fire Marketing (Pink Sheets: RFMK) announced today that a second order of the Vapor Inhaler's CANNAcig model has been submitted to the Company's Manufacturer this week. This shipment of 2,000 units is marked for ecommerce sales through the online store and affiliate websites along with distributors in California and Arizona. Vapor Inhaler's CANNAcig model will be sold to both Medical Marijuana Cooperatives for patients, Doctor's Offices for recommended use by a Physician, and normal retail outlets such as store fronts, smoke shops, liquor stores and other outlets where vapor inhalation devices can be found. The second round shipment will include better and more attractive packaging as well as an upgrade to a slimmer mouthpiece.
"I am happy we finally have this order underway. It took some serious funding to order this many units but our margins are great and we intend to keep reinvesting the principle and profits into new orders. I am working with distributors in the Eastern U.S. while OHM is working in the Western U.S.," said Tom Allinder, CEO of Rapid Fire Marketing.
"With the success of the first shipment I'm thrilled to see another ordered. The demand at Otherside Health Management has been daily along with inquiries from both local smoke shops that have seen Tabu's success and other retail shops from here to the East. I am assured we have the units to cover the requests," said Judah Neiditch of Otherside Health Management. "I am impressed with the upgraded packaging. Coupled with the same great unit inside, which incorporates new features we strived to improve on, I see this device being a great hit in every way," said Neiditch.
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SOURCE Rapid Fire Marketing
Rapid Fire Marketing
CONTACT: Rapid Fire Marketing, +1-775-461-5127, investors@rapid-fire-marketing.com
Fengtao Software, Inc. Releases New Version of DVDFab
BEIJING, April 20, 2012 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Fengtao Software Inc., the leading multimedia software company that majors in DVD, Blu-ray copy and video converter, updated its software build to Qt 8.1.7.8 for both Windows and Mac OS X, mainly targeting at supporting more newly released movies. Here are the details:
DVDFab build 8.1.7.8 released on April 17
On April 17, Fengtao Software upgraded its DVDFab shareware to the latest build of 8.1.7.8 Qt, and 8.1.7.8 for Mac one day later on April 18. These two updates support more new movies and also some other major fixes.
As powerful DVD copying software, these two newest versions support a new movie specially released for the UK market, and fixed the problem of the backed-up disc not playing when copying a certain disc in DVD Copy "Full Disc" mode. Also, it overcomes a crash problem where there used to be a 502 error in DVD ripper and a freeze problem when opening certain Blu-ray discs in Blu-ray Copy. To get this latest release, please go to http://www.dvdfab.com/download.htm
Several ways to minimize the cases of freeze and crash issues
While running an application, the greatest pain is nothing less than a freeze or a crash. Suppose, your job is almost done, and at the very end of the finalizing point, something goes wrong with your system, and then the screen freezes, then you hold your breath and pray from the bottom of your heart that it will be okay in one minute, or maybe five. But, the miracle does not happen, your screen freezes forever, or to make matters worse, it crashes, and you can do nothing but a reboot of your system. Then, you have to redo everything from scratch! To minimize such situations, here are some useful tips and advice from DVDFab Service Team and R&D division:
First and foremost, it's better to make sure the source disc is clean. A simple cleaning of the disc is necessary: keep the disc face free of dirt, scratches, and dust. Sometimes, a chemical cleaning is needed.
Next, a periodical clean of the disc drive will help. A better maintenance of your computer on daily basis will save you much wear and tear, especially to the internal or external disc drive, where a lot of dust is more likely to accumulate. An occasional clean to the laser with air or a kit can be good to your drive and your back-up.
Furthermore, in consideration of your PC's overall ability, do not run multiple instances of DVDFab, slow down the burning speed and use top rated blank media while operating a burning task and, disable all GPU accelerations while on a converting process.
Last but certainly not least, do not burn continually. A long term burning process may result in a very high temperature of the DVD or Blu-ray Drive and the firmware of the computer, which may produce unexpected results, even bad quality.
Fengtao Software is a professional multimedia software provider dedicated to the work on DVD /Blu-ray copy, DVD ripper, Blu-ray ripper, DVD decrypter and video converter for almost 10 years and provides the best multimedia entertainment experience for more than 40 million users. For more information, please visit: http://www.dvdfab.com
SOURCE Fengtao Software, Inc.
Fengtao Software, Inc.
CONTACT: Frank Chang of Fengtao Software Inc. at E-mail: marketing@dvdfab.com or Tel: +86-10-83913343
CAMERON | PACE Group Adds FUJIFILM to Strategic Alliance Program
Collaboration to Accelerate Evolution and Adoption of '5D' Production Technology and Services Industry
LAS VEGAS, April 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- NAB SHOW -- CAMERON | PACE Group - the worldwide leader in production technology and services - today announced FUJIFILM's Optical Devices Division, has joined the company's Strategic Alliance Program. Widely regarded as a source of the most advanced lens technology in the world, FUJIFILM will combine its products with CAMERON | PACE Group's solutions to further advance 5D--the approach of outputting 2D and 3D simultaneously from a single production--toward becoming the shooting methodology of choice for content creators across the globe.
"We're honored to be able to take the important next steps along our path to evolve production from 2D to 5D in lockstep with such an accomplished and respected lens manufacturer," said Vince Pace, co-founder, CAMERON | PACE Group. "Together with FUJIFILM, we'll be able to further elevate entertainment forever through tools and processes capable of yielding multiple deliverables."
5D is as innovative as it is efficient. Organizations who utilize 5D solutions benefit from the ability to capture and output content in multiple formats without disrupting existing production workflows or business models. The emergence of 5D solutions make it possible for networks, studios, broadcasters, mobile unit providers, filmmakers, and creative teams to generate new revenue streams more efficiently than ever before.
The idea of 5D is no longer a concept. CAMERON | PACE Group's 5D solutions, outfitted with FUJIFILM lenses, demonstrated their value at the 2012 Masters Golf Tournament, resulting in 2D and 3D versions of the event without the need for creative or budgetary compromises by the team behind this production.
This week at the 2012 NAB Show, representatives from CAMERON | PACE Group showcased a number of solutions with FUJIFILM lenses, as well as the newest member of FUJIFILM's Premier PL "Mount Zoom" line, the PL 19-90 Cabrio lens. Additionally, the company's Nano Beamsplitter rig - at under 19 lbs., the most compact and lightweight system for 5D sports production - was displayed at FUJIFILM's expo booth.
About CAMERON | PACE Group
CAMERON | PACE Group (CPG) is the industry leader in 3D technologies and production services. Led by co-founders James Cameron and Vince Pace, CPG is advancing the future of 3D through the development of products, solutions and creative tools for use across all media channels. Supporting networks, studios, broadcasters, filmmakers and creative teams globally, the company's unparalleled expertise helps content producers realize the full potential of 3D as a new, immersive and powerful storytelling medium. CPG's easy, efficient and cost-effective 3D solutions have supported productions generating more than $7.5 billion in box office, and have played a key role in nine concert films, 27 features and more than 140 sports broadcasts worldwide.
About FUJIFILM
FUJIFILM North America Corporation, a marketing subsidiary of FUJIFILM Holdings America Corporation consists of five operating divisions and one subsidiary company. The Imaging Division sells consumer and commercial photographic products and services including film, one-time-use cameras, online photo services and fulfillment, digital printing equipment and service. The Electronic Imaging Division markets consumer digital cameras. The Motion Picture Division provides motion picture film, and the Graphic Systems Division supplies products and services to the printing industry. The Optical Devices Division provides binoculars, and optical lenses for closed circuit television, videography, cinematography, broadcast and industrial markets.