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ARRIS IPv6 Solutions Proven Ready for European Cable Market

ARRIS C4® CMTS and Touchstone® TG862S Assure European Cable Operators of IPv6 Interoperability and Capabilities in Recent Excentis Interop Event

SUWANEE, Ga., Jan. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- ARRIS Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: ARRS) today announced thatits C4 CMTS, supporting EuroDOCSIS(TM) 3.0 features, and its Touchstone TG862S Wideband cable modems, using generally available software, have successfully demonstrated interoperability for IPv6 services over a weeklong period in the test labs of Excentis in Ghent, Belgium. 

"This announcement represents a validation of the comprehensive  IPv6-related research and development efforts conducted by ARRIS, a leader in EuroDOCSIS 3.0 technology," said Todd Kessler, ARRIS VP, CMTS Product Management.  "Over the past years we've worked very closely with our European customers to plan IPv6 feature support for both our C4 CMTS and our Touchstone CPE portfolio."

"We're very pleased to have been part of such a successful interoperability demonstration at Cable Europe Labs," said Derek Elder, ARRIS SVP & GM, Touchstone DOCSIS® CPE Business Unit.  "European cable operators can rest assured that our data modems and E-MTA voice and data devices will support the full range of IPv6 migration stages."

"The Cable industry has been preparing for the important and necessary transition from IPv4 to IPv6 for some time now and, due to our members' rapid growth, Cable Europe Labs has increased our focus on validating technical solution and transition strategies," said Peter Percosan, Managing Director of Cable Europe Labs.  "The recent interoperability event hosted by Excentis, successfully demonstrated the great strides made by key vendor partners.  It is a major industry milestone."

The ARRIS CMTS and CPE products have shown IPv6 interoperability in the areas of ED2.0+IPv6, ED3.0 and eRouter.  Additionally, several IPv6 migration techniques, like Dual-Stack Lite, NAT64/DNS64 and NAT444, were also successfully demonstrated.   

Since 1981, IPv4 has been the publicly used Internet Protocol and is currently the foundation for most Internet communications. The exponential growth of the Internet and the traffic it enables has created a need for more addresses, and IPv6 fills that need. 

For more information on the ARRIS C4 CMTS and IPv6, please visit: http://www.arrisi.com/get/C4.

About ARRIS

ARRIS is a global communications technology company specializing in the design, engineering and supply of technology supporting triple- and quad-play broadband services for residential and business customers around the world. The company supplies broadband operators with the tools and platforms they need to deliver carrier-grade telephony, network video processing, whole home video, demand driven video, next-generation advertising, network and workforce management solutions, access and transport architectures and ultra high-speed data services. Headquartered in Suwanee, Georgia, USA, ARRIS has R&D centers in Suwanee; Beaverton, OR; Chicago, IL; Kirkland, WA; State College, PA; Wallingford, CT; Waltham, MA; Cork, Ireland; and Shenzhen, China, and operates support and sales offices throughout the world. Information about ARRIS products and services can be found at http://www.arrisi.com.

SOURCE  ARRIS

ARRIS

CONTACT: CONTACT: Alex Swan, ARRIS Media Relations, +1-678-473-8327, alex.swan@arrisi.com

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

2012 Race for Mobile Trading Platforms

LONDON, January 11, 2012/PRNewswire/ --

    Forecast as the year of mobile trading, 2012 has already seen an increase in the
number of traders spread betting [http://www.cityindex.co.uk/spread-betting ] via their
Smartphones and now with the number of tablet devices on the rise, providers are in an
apps race to sign as many new clients as possible.

    In 2009, City Index led the mobile trading market with their award winning iPhone
spread betting app. The provider also won the 2011 Shares Award for Best Mobile Trading
Application for their City Trading app, which allows traders to spread bet and trade CFDs
instantly and securely in real-time, 24-hours a day.

    Joshua Raymond of City Index revealed that the percentage of trades placed on mobile
devices compared to total trades has increased dramatically from 2% to almost 25% whilst
today, one in three City Index clients are actively using their mobiles to trade.

    The technological race for usability has only just begun, however there are already
concerns over changes in behaviour as traders switch to the immediacy of mobile devices.

    "While mobile trading can offer substantial advantages, it can also tempt traders to
deviate away from their original strategies with trades of impulse." Said Raymond.

    Meanwhile, Google usability studies have revealed that tablets are changing the way
that users engage with content. A study conducted on April 7, 2011 found that tablet users
were 41% more likely to watch video and access educational resources than with their
Smartphones.

    Hardly surprising, then, that spread betting providers are busy developing their own
tablet-specific trading platforms. It is a battle between providers to develop the best
trading platforms and not only win as many traders as possible, but keep them as well.

    With many spread betting providers also supplying traders with a wide range of free,
interactive, educational resources online, tablet devices could decide who truly triumphs
in this new technological cyberspace race.

    Will apps be the smartest way to trade? Only time will tell.

    Spread bets [http://www.cityindex.co.uk/spread-betting ] and CFDs
[http://www.cityindex.co.uk/cfd-trading ] are leveraged products which can result in losses
greater than your initial deposit.

    For more information on how to spread bet
[http://www.cityindex.co.uk/spread-betting/how-to-spread-bet.aspx ], visit City Index who
offer a variety of online tutorials and free trading apps for iPhone, Blackberry, Android
and other mobile devices.

    About City Index:

    Today more and more individual traders are discovering the benefits of derivatives,
and many of them are discovering them through a City Index trading platform.

    As a group, we transact in excess of 1.5 million trades every month for individuals in
over 50 countries worldwide. We provide access to a wide range of instruments including
margined foreign exchange, CFD trading and, in the UK, spread betting.

    Visit http://www.cityindex.co.uk to learn more about online trading.

    Sources:

    http://googlemobileads.blogspot.com/2011/04/tablets-are-changing-way-consumers.html

    http://www.cityam.com/wealth-management/charting-the-move-the-smart-way-trade

    http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/2012-the-year-of-mobile-trading-135941668.html

Source: City Index

Contact: Joshua Raymond, City Index Group, Tel: +44(0)20-7107-7002, Email: joshua.raymond[at]cityindex.co.uk

ViXS(R) Shipping the World's most Advanced Multi-Stream High Definition (HD) Network Transcoding Media Processing Solution on the Market Today

ViXS XCode((R)) 5100 family, the first commercially deployed, quad stream HD
transcoder, sets a new milestone as ViXS delivers over 30 Million XCode
Multimedia Processors

TORONTO, Jan. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ - With unsurpassed performance, ultra low
latency and a suite of application software, the XCode((R)) 5100 family is the smart network multimedia processor of choice for
delivering the Connected Digital Home experience today. The XCode( )5100 family's unique features and performance, including: quad stream HD
transcoding, octal stream mirror transcoding, multiple simultaneously
media processing, Multimedia over Coax Alliance (MoCA((R))) networking, low power, extremely high video quality, has resulted in
very strong customer and market acceptance.

"With the support of manufacturers seeking to address the
ever-increasing demand for multiple streams of video within the home,
the XCode 5100 family has gained significant traction globally since
its launch", said Sally Daub, President & CEO of ViXS.   "The XCode 5100
family, deployed with pioneering patented and proprietary technology,
has truly set a new standard with its ability to process and transcode
multiple HD streams, and to do multiple concurrent operations on each
of those streams".

XCode network media processors, now extending to( )the new XCode 5100 family which includes the 5106, 5115, 5190, 5191
5195, and 5196, have been designed into headed gateways, advanced
Set-top boxes, headless gateways, residential gateways, and standalone
media gateways. Bolstered by the deployed and robust Xtensiv(TM) software,
and the XCode family's unique applications hosting capabilities, this
family is highly adaptable and suited to the functional requirements of
its challenging target markets.   Supported by comprehensive advanced
security architecture, the XCode 5100 family is proving to be the
logical media processor choice for today's demanding customer
applications.

Some of the features include:

        --  High level of concurrency allowing customers to enable whole
            home DVR; place-shifting; and content consumption on iPAD(R) and
            other smart phone tablet devices.
        --  Multi stream Real-time HD to HD transcoding and mirror
            transcoding, trans-wrapping, and transcryption to serve
            multiple Internet Protocol (IP) based devices within the home.
        --  Faster than real-time transcode on stored content which allows
            the user to stream content from one source to another in a
            fraction of the time it takes to play this back real time from
            the stored media.
        --  Ultra low latency for wireless and streaming applications
            within the home.
        --  Advanced security processor architecture to enable security for
            leading digital rights management providers (DRM), Conditional
            Access providers (CA), and leading broadcast operators.
        --  Supports concurrent full HD 1080p 60/50 encoding with
            transcoding.
        --  Incorporates face detection algorithms for Video Conferencing &
            Surveillance applications
        --  ViXS patented VQoS (video quality of service) implementation
            for maintaining video quality in bandwidth constrained
            networks.
        --  Integrated MoCA with its own dedicated high performance
            processor
        --  Dedicated TCP/IP Processor Engine supporting Dual Gigabit
            Ethernet for high network performance.
        --  Integration of Cable Industry Cablecard security with proved
            certified security software stack
        --  Comprehensive peripheral suite including PCI-Express, multiple
            Serial ATA and USB peripherals.
        --  ViXS Xtensiv(TM) Software Stack which allows customers
            faster time-to-market and greatly reduces required engineering
            resources.
        --  40 nanometer process node in flip chip technology.

ViXS will be demonstrating XCode 5100 customer based solutions in its
booth at CES 2012 Las Vegas Convention Center in MP25958, South Hall 2.

About ViXS Systems Inc.   

ViXS is a multimedia solutions innovator providing technologies for
processing, managing, securing and distributing high quality video and
audio allowing seamless control, conversion, and connectivity between
many classes and sizes of digital entertainment devices. 

ViXS supplies advanced System-on-Chip semiconductors, software solutions
and hardware reference designs for the world's top manufacturers of
Digital TVs, DVDs, Set-top boxes, Personal Video Recorders, PCs,
Network-Attached Storage devices, Residential/Home Gateways, Blu-ray
players/recorders, as well as Broadcast and Professional Equipment
OEMs. 

ViXS is headquartered in Toronto, Canada with global operations and
offices in Europe, Asia and North America.   ViXS has filed more than
334 patents worldwide with over 103 patents being issued to date. 
Listed for four years running as one of Deloitte's fastest growing
North American companies, ViXS is setting new standards in the way
digital entertainment is viewed and transmitted across an endless array
of multimedia products.

For more information on ViXS, please visit our website:  http://www.vixs.com.

VIXS(R), the ViXS((R) )logo, XCode((R)), XConnex(TM) and Xtensiv(TM) are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of
ViXS. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

SOURCE  ViXS Systems Inc.

ViXS Systems Inc.

CONTACT:  David Jones, Tel: (416) 646-2000
E-mail: djones@vixs.com

Verizon Wireless Deploys AnywhereCommerce for Line Busting Checkout

PALO ALTO, Calif., Jan. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless has begun deploying AnywhereCommerce's Rover(TM) device, a PCI certified magstripe reader and PIN entry POS (point of sale device) which is seamlessly integrated to their retail fleet of Motion Computing tablets.   

AnywhereCommerce's Rover is mounted to the tablet enabling the full breadth of expedited line busting checkout.  Customers can now use their credit card, check card, or PIN debit bank card for checkout.  Verizon expects the line busting solution to increase customer through-put and enhance overall customer experience.

"Secure line busting checkout is becoming mainstream," says Mitchell Cobrin, CEO of AnywhereCommerce. "Retailers are reengineering and rationalizing their floor-space, AnywhereCommerce extends the traditional checkout lane and cash register to anywhere in or out of the store."  The AnywhereCommerce suite is operating system agnostic with all the major operating systems including; iOS, Android, Blackberry or Windows. Additionally, AnywhereCommerce universally integrates with any mobile phone or tablet such as Apple's popular iPads and Samsung Galaxy Tab.  AnywhereCommerce interfaces through the earjack audio port or the USB port.  Cobrin added, "Consumers can See it, like it, buy it, right on the spot.  Such retail innovation also allows the sales associates more time to 'sell' and be on the floor rather than stuck behind the traditional cash register, utilizing the store's labor force in a much more efficient, and effective fashion."

About AnywhereCommerce
AnywhereCommerce is a global eCommerce and mCommerce payments technology engineering and solutions provider with patented and proprietary suites of hardware and software services for secure online and mobile card present credit card, PIN debit Chip and PIN- EMVand NFCtransactions.  The universal "aCommerce" platform is ideal for eCommerce, mCommerce, P2P, retail line busting as well as traditional field services such as repairman, delivery or taxi services.  PCI certified devices and bank grade secure end-to-end ecosystem provides greater security, reliability, convenience and return on investment for consumers, merchants, networks, issuers and acquirers.  For additional Information please visit http://www.AnywhereCommerce.com or call 408-416-3302.

About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless operates the nation's fastest, most advanced 4G network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves 106.3 million total wireless connections, including 89.7 million retail customers.  Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 83,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications and Vodafone.  For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com.

SOURCE  AnywhereCommerce

AnywhereCommerce

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

Stratfor Launches Website After Security Breach

Company Moves to More Secure Data System, CEO Friedman Denounces "New Censorship" On Internet

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Stratfor, a leading provider of geopolitical analysis, today relaunched its website, an important step forward as the company responds to the cyber attacks that hit Stratfor in late 2011. The rebuilt website, http://www.stratfor.com, went live earlier this morning.

The unidentified attackers stole personal information of Stratfor customers and friends, including credit card data for some subscribers. Attackers also destroyed the company's servers in what appeared to be an attempt to silence Stratfor. In response, Stratfor contracted with CSID, a top-ranked provider of identity protection, to provide its services to all customers at Stratfor's expense. The company also retained Sec Theory, a respected Internet security firm, to rebuild its website, email system and internal infrastructure.

In a communication to the company's subscribers, Stratfor CEO George Friedman described the implications of the attack for those outside the company. "While the Internet has become indispensable, it also enables anonymity and undermines accountability," Friedman said. "We are now in a world in which anonymous judges, jurors and executioners can silence whom they want. This is a new censorship that doesn't come openly from governments but from people hiding behind masks." 

Stratfor also announced the company's decision to move its entire e-commerce process to a highly secure third-party system, which will eliminate the need for Stratfor to store credit card information in house.

"We did not encrypt credit card files," Friedman said of the company's practice before the cyber attack. "This was our failure. As the CEO of Stratfor, I take responsibility. I deeply regret that this occurred and created hardship for our customers and friends."

After the attack, Stratfor hired Verizon Business to conduct a forensic review of the hack, which destroyed the company's servers. Stratfor is also cooperating with an FBI investigation.

Temporarily, Stratfor's website will be free and accessible to all, but will only contain the company's most recent reports. All archived content will be gradually restored.

Over the next few weeks, Stratfor will communicate with subscribers about how to obtain new, secure passwords and safely engage in credit card transactions.

"While these attacks have created hardship for our customers and been hugely frustrating for Stratfor, they have not prevented us from doing what we have always done -- gathering information and producing geopolitical analysis for our subscribers and friends," Friedman added.

For additional information, please go to http://www.stratfor.com/hacking-news.

About Stratfor:

Stratfor is a subscription-based provider of geopolitical analysis. Individual and corporate subscribers gain a thorough understanding of international affairs, including what's happening, why it's happening, and what will happen next. Unlike traditional news outlets, Stratfor uses a unique, intelligence-based approach to gathering information via rigorous open-source monitoring and a global network of human sources. Analysts then evaluate events looking through the objective lens of geopolitics. The company's goal is simple: to make the complexity of the world understandable to an intelligent readership, without ideology, agenda or national bias.

Additional information can be found at: http://www.facebook.com/stratfor

SOURCE  Stratfor

Stratfor

CONTACT: CONTACT: Kyle Rhodes, +1-512-744-4309, pr@stratfor.com

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

AT&T Expands Mobile Broadband Coverage in Greensboro and New Geneva

New Cell Site Activated as Part of Ongoing AT&T Investment in Local Wireless Network

GREENSBORO, Pa., Jan. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of its continuing network investment to support growing demand for advanced mobile devices and applications, AT&T* today announced the activation of a new mobile broadband cell site in Greensboro that will enhance coverage for area residents and businesses in Greensboro and New Geneva as well as along portions of SR 88. With mobile broadband speeds, AT&T customers can surf the Web, download files faster, and enjoy the very latest interactive mobile applications.

The new cell site is one part of AT&T's ongoing efforts to drive investment and innovation to deliver the nation's best, most advanced mobile broadband experience for customers. With the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T provides accelerated mobile data speeds and simultaneous voice and data capabilities.

"As part of the Greensboro community, we're always looking for new opportunities to provide enhanced coverage for our customers, and our investment in the local wireless network is just one way we're accomplishing that," said J. Michael Schweder, president, AT&T Pennsylvania.

"We want you to have an extraordinary experience whether you're making a phone call, sharing videos and photos with friends, checking email, or keeping your business mobile on your AT&T device," said Larry Evans, vice president and general manager, AT&T Ohio and western Pennsylvania. "Smartphones, tablets and laptops are continuing to drive unprecedented demand for wireless access everywhere. We're investing in a combination of technologies right here in the Greenville area to meet these needs and ensure an advanced broadband experience for all our customers."

AT&T's mobile broadband network is based on the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) family of technologies that includes GSM and UMTS, the most widely used wireless network platforms in the world. AT&T has the broadest international coverage of any U.S. wireless provider, providing access to voice service in more than 225 countries and data service in more than 200 countries. AT&T also offers voice and data roaming coverage on more than 135 major cruise ships, as well as mobile broadband services in more than 130 countries.

AT&T also operates the nation's largest Wi-Fi network** with more than 29,000 hotspots in the U.S. and provides access to nearly 190,000 hotspots globally through roaming agreements. Most AT&T smartphone customers get access to our entire national Wi-Fi network at no additional cost, and Wi-Fi usage doesn't count against customers' monthly wireless data plans.

For more information about AT&T's coverage in Pennsylvania or anywhere in the United States, consumers can visit the AT&T Coverage Viewer. Using the online tool, AT&T customers can measure quality of coverage from a street address, intersection, ZIP code or even a landmark.

For updates on the AT&T wireless network, please visit the AT&T network news page. 

*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.
**Largest based on company branded and operated hotspots. Access includes AT&T Wi-Fi Basic. A Wi-Fi enabled device required. Other restrictions apply. See http://www.attwifi.com for details and locations.

About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) is a premier communications holding company and one of the most honored companies in the world. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet, voice and cloud-based services. A leader in mobile broadband and emerging 4G capabilities, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide of any U.S. carrier, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verse® and AT&T |DIRECTV brands. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world. In domestic markets, AT&T Advertising Solutions and AT&T Interactive are known for their leadership in local search and advertising. 

Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com. This AT&T news release and other announcements are available at http://www.att.com/newsroom and as part of an RSS feed at http://www.att.com/rss. Or follow our news on Twitter at @ATT.

© 2012 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. Mobile broadband not available in all areas. AT&T, the AT&T logo and all other marks contained herein are trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property and/or AT&T affiliated companies.

SOURCE  AT&T Inc.

AT&T Inc.

CONTACT: Brandy Bell-Truskey of AT&T, +1-610-322-3461, brandy.bell-truskey@att.com

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

Vringo Launches Facetones(TM) App on the iPhone®

Now Available as a Beta Version on the App Store(SM), Facetones(TM) Integrates with Facebook® and Provides a New Way to Get Visually Exciting Social Content Before a Phone Call

NEW YORK, Jan. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Vringo, Inc. (NYSE Amex: VRNG), a provider of software platforms for mobile social and video applications, today announced the availability of a beta version of its innovative Facetones(TM) application on iPhone® devices through the App Store(SM). Vringo's Facetones(TM) application is designed to deliver a fun and visually exciting social update to a phone each time a user makes or receives a phone call.

"There have been many loyal fans and followers of our Facetones(TM) application that have been eagerly awaiting its launch on the iPhone platform," said Jon Medved, Vringo's Chief Executive Officer. "Today we are extremely pleased to report that Facetones(TM) is officially available on the App Store and we intend to continue to enhance and upgrade the app beyond the current beta version.  We believe the fun and exciting experience of getting an automatic full screen photo of a friend's latest pictures before a phone call will help define the future of social mobile experiences."

The Facetones(TM) app displays a full screen photo of a user's Facebook® friends' pictures whenever the user is called or the user calls them.  Facetones(TM) will initially connect with Facebook, the world's leading social media site, providing for a significantly enhanced mobile experience for people who use social media as a means of communication. Vringo expects to integrate Facetones(TM) with other social networks and photo sites in the near future.

"Facetones(TM) continues Vringo's tradition of innovation and leadership in mobile personalization," said Andrew Perlman, Vringo's President. "The Android version of Facetones(TM) is fast approaching 1 million downloads and we look forward to expanding its availability to iPhone, which is a key platform."

The App Store is one of the most well-recognized app stores in the world, responsible for over 10 billion mobile application downloads to date.  The App Store is accessible from the iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad via an iOS application by the same name. To view Vringo's Facetones(TM) application on the App Store, please visit:

http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/Facetones/id491674370?mt=8

Apple, iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.

Facetones(TM) is a trademark of Vringo, Inc. and is not sponsored or endorsed by Facebook® nor is Facebook® affiliated with Vringo, Inc.

About Vringo

Vringo (NYSE Amex: VRNG) is a provider of software platforms for mobile social and video applications. With its award-winning video ringtone application and other mobile software platforms - including Facetones(TM), Video Remix and Fan Loyalty - Vringo transforms the basic act of making and receiving mobile phone calls into a highly visual, social experience. Vringo's video ringtone service enables users to create or take video, images and slideshows from virtually anywhere and turn it into their visual call signature. In a first for the mobile industry, Vringo has introduced its patented VringForward technology, which allows users to share video clips with friends with a simple call.  Vringo's Facetones(TM) application creates an automated video slideshow using friends' photos from social media web sites, which is played each time a user makes or receives a mobile call. Vringo's Video ReMix application, in partnership with music artists and brands, allows users to create their own music video by tapping on a Smartphone or tablet.  Lastly, Fan Loyalty is a platform that lets users interact, vote and communicate with contestants in reality TV series that it partners with, as well as downloading and setting clips from such shows as video ringtones. Vringo's video ringtone application has been heralded by The New York Times as "the next big thing in ringtones" and USA Today said it has "to be seen to be believed." For more information, visit: http://www.vringo.com

For comprehensive investor relations material, including fact sheets, white papers, conference calls and video regarding Vringo and its applications, please follow the appropriate link: Investor Portal, White Paper, Overview Video and Facetones(TM) Video.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release includes forward-looking statements, which may be identified by words such as "believes," "expects," "anticipates," "estimates," "projects," "intends," "should," "seeks," "future," "continue," or the negative of such terms, or other comparable terminology. Forward-looking statements are statements that are not historical facts. Such forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements contained herein. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include, but are not limited to: our ability to raise capital to fund our operations, the continued listing of our securities on the NYSE Amex, market acceptance of our products, our ability to protect our intellectual property rights, competition from other providers and products and other factors discussed from time to time in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Vringo expressly disclaims any obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements contained herein, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

Contacts:

Investor Contact:
Vringo, Inc.
Cliff Weinstein, VP Corporate Development
646-794-4226
cliff@vringo.com

Media Contact:
Vringo, Inc.
Aaron Godfrey, Director of Communications
646-525-4319 x 2547
Email: agodfrey@vringo.com
Skype: agodfrey_vringo
Twitter: @vringo

Financial Communications:
Trilogy Capital Partners, Inc.
Darren Minton, President
Toll-free: 800-592-6067
info@trilogy-capital.com

SOURCE  Vringo, Inc.

Vringo, Inc.

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

Practice Fusion Announces New Funding to Support EMR Growth in 2012

Facebook's Former Director of Mobile joins investors, bringing total funding to over $38 million for the innovative health IT company

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Practice Fusion, the fastest growing Electronic Medical Record (EMR) community, today announced more than $2 million in additional funding to support the company's continued growth in 2012. With over 130,000 medical professional users serving 29 million patients, the company has an aggressive growth strategy for the coming year including new free features to support physician and patients, the development of mobile apps for the iPhone and iPad, and Meaningful Use initiatives to help doctors earn up to $64,000+ in government incentives.

(Logo:  http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20091118/PFLOGO)

"The EMR sector is crowded but Practice Fusion has set itself apart, not only by providing a tool that users are passionate about, but by building a smart and sustainable business," said Jed Stremel, Investor in Asana and Flipboard and former Director of Mobile at Facebook. "They have found a unique market for normalizing data and are able to unlock various applications for that data, which is truly groundbreaking."

Stremel, who led Facebook's mobile efforts, joins existing investors Ali Partovi, angel investor and co-founder of LinkExchange, and Hadi Partovi, angel investor and co-founder of Tellme, in the current investment. Including the $23 million Series B round of financing led by Founders Fund in 2011, Practice Fusion has raised over $38 million in total funding with investments from Band of Angels, Felicis Ventures and others.

"Practice Fusion is building the largest database of clinical information," said Hadi Partovi, angel investor and co-founder of Tellme. "I believe this asset will be as strategic and valuable to the $2 trillion healthcare space as the Facebook social graph has been in the web and advertising space."

"Having a positive impact on the world was my main driver when founding Practice Fusion and our investors share that vision," said Ryan Howard, CEO and Founder of Practice Fusion. "The product we built has changed the medical sector and what we have planned for this year will establish us as the defacto healthcare platform in the US."

Practice Fusion was also recently selected as a finalist in the "Biggest Social Impact" category of the annual TechCrunch Crunchies Award. To vote or view the other categories and nominees, please visit: http://crunchies2011.techcrunch.com/vote/

About Practice Fusion:
Practice Fusion provides a free, web-based Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system to physicians. With charting, scheduling, e-prescribing (eRx), lab integrations, referral letters, Meaningful Use certification, unlimited support and a Personal Health Record for patients, Practice Fusion's EMR addresses the complex needs of today's healthcare providers and disrupts the health IT status quo. Practice Fusion is the fastest growing EMR community in the country with more than 130,000 users serving 29 million patients. The company closed a $23 million Series B round of financing led by Founders Fund in 2011. For more information about Practice Fusion, please visit http://www.practicefusion.com

Press Contact - Stephanie Schlegel
Email:sschlegel@practicefusion.com
Location: San Francisco
Phone: 415.692.7186

Available Topic Expert(s): For information on the listed expert(s), click appropriate link.
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SOURCE  Practice Fusion

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

A Secret Weapon of NBC's The Biggest Loser Is Available to Consumers for the First Time

The Biggest Loser Season 13 airs Tuesdays at 8:00 p.m. ET on NBC

NEW YORK, Jan. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Launching officially nationwide, a technology behind NBC's hit show The Biggest Loser will be available to fans at home. Featured on Season 13 of NBC's hit show The Biggest Loser (airing Tuesdays at 8 pm ET/PT), The Biggest Loser® SLIMCOACH(TM) is a small adaptive device powered by MYTRAK technology that can conveniently be worn every day to motivate activity, and help to track calorie burn and monitor physical exertion while at home, at work and on the go.

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"The Biggest Loser® SLIMCOACH(TM) is like having a personal trainer with you all day long," said Reed Hanoun, President and CEO of MYTRAK Health System Inc. "It will motivate and drive you to live a more active and healthier lifestyle. It can be customized to your goals, offering you instant feedback and guidance. It is a formula for success."

Using the sophisticated MYTRAK technology, the device's red, yellow and green lights form a Health Circle in the middle of the device, providing instant feedback on your daily movements. Users can access daily activity charts, nutrition planning and data that approximates calories burned that day.

"The Biggest Loser® SLIMCOACH(TM) provides tools to plan and help you track your health and fitness progress," said Kim Niemi, Senior Vice President, NBCUniversal Television Consumer Products Group. "Whether you want to lose weight or achieve new fitness goals, this device can help you succeed."

Available in store at Best Buy and online at Best Buy.com, biggestloser.com/slimcoach, Costco.com, Costco.ca, 24 Hour Fitness and ShopNBC

About MYTRAK: MYTRAK Health System Inc. is a leading provider of innovative technology based solutions that help people meet their everyday fitness goals. Offering a lifestyle, health and wellness, and weight loss solution, MYTRAK combines consumer-friendly technology, with a team of lifestyle program advisors and community based support. MYTRAK's broad-based and customizable solutions help to motivate and encourage activity throughout the day. MYTRAK also provides an automated platform system specific to health and wellness focused organizations, including fitness providers, wellness organizations, employers, physicians and insurers. Based on the concept of fitness as preventative medicine, MYTRAK has helped more than 1 million people worldwide define and reach their fitness goals. For more information, visit http://mytrak.com.

About NBCUniversal Television Consumer Products Group: NBCUniversal is a leader in providing entertainment programming to the domestic and international marketplaces. NBCUniversal Television Consumer Products Group manages all global ancillary television business endeavors for the NBCUniversal Television Group, including third-party home entertainment distribution, consumer products, musical soundtracks, special markets projects and the NBCUniversal Online Store. For the latest product updates and an overview of the properties managed by the group, visit the NBCUniversal Television Consumer Products portal at http://nbcuconsumerproducts.com.

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Web Site: http://mytrak.com

IBM Closes on Acquisition of Green Hat

ARMONK, N.Y., Jan. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced it has completed the acquisition of Green Hat, a privately held company jointly headquartered in London, England and Wilmington, Delaware. Financial terms were not disclosed.

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On January 4, 2012, IBM announced that it had entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Green Hat, a leader in software quality and testing solutions for the cloud and other environments.

Green Hat helps customers improve the quality of software applications by enabling developers to use cloud computing technologies to conduct testing of a software application prior to its delivery. When combined with IBM's Rational software solutions, developers and testers can achieve unprecedented levels of efficiency, effectiveness and collaboration while delivering quality software to their business.

"The acquisition of Green Hat helps IBM customers transform software quality and agility enabled by the cloud," said Kristof Kloeckner, General Manager, IBM Rational. "Green Hat's virtualization testing technology addresses the entire development lifecycle and helps accelerate the delivery of business critical software at a lower cost to the business."

Green Hat's solutions help software development teams simulate an actual testing lab, creating a virtual environment to accurately test diverse software, hardware and costly 3rd party services. Because software testers can perform continuous end-to-end integration testing on applications, they can automate testing much earlier in the development cycle when it matters most. Green Hat has customers in industries that span financial services, healthcare, government and telecommunications. 

Green Hat will be integrated into IBM's Rational Software business. 

For more information on IBM Software: http://www.ibm.com/software/rational

Contact(s) information
Mary Rose Greenough
IBM Communications
617-784-7227
mary_rose_greenough@us.ibm.com

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CONTACT: Ed Swager, CEO of RAF, +1-540-361-1000, eswager@rafadmin.com, cc: ivalentino@rafadmin.com; or Carla Young Harrington, Susan Carol Associates Public Relations, +1-540-479-7835, carla@scapr.com

Web Site: http://www.ibm.com/software/rational

Vivante GPU Powers Leading Smart TV Platforms

Vivante's market leading multimedia composition and 3D graphics engines revolutionize the home entertainment experience

LAS VEGAS and SUNNYVALE, Calif., Jan. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Powering the next generation of connected home entertainment platforms at CES 2012, Vivante Corporation, a global leader in graphics and visualization technologies for handheld and consumer devices, announced that it has been selected to power the Marvell® (NASDAQ: MRVL) ARMADA® 1500 Media SoC. ARMADA 1500 is the leading Connected TV design used by OEMs that enables a seamless experience by converging eye popping UIs, entertaining 3D gaming, immersive HD video, web applications and social media. Products showcasing the "connected living room of the future" and the ARMADA 1500 can be seen in the Marvell booth at the Las Vegas Convention Center located in the upper level of South Hall 3 (Booth 30542).

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The Vivante GC Cores inside the ARMADA 1500 perform complex visual processing using the latest 3D graphics APIs and GUI composition interfaces. Application and content developers can now create captivating products that utilize cutting-edge 3D graphics. The industry's leading composition engine performs unmatched pixel processing and multi-source blending on large screens with high dynamic range (HDR) clarity and instant responsiveness. Interactive web apps and social networking sites are incorporating visual effects accelerated by the GPU to improve their look-and-feel. Together, these dynamic components of the new user experience are possible through the extreme low power Vivante GC Cores proliferating across an expanding ecosystem.     

"The upcoming generation of Smart TVs brings together the best parts of gaming, entertainment, web apps and multimedia into a single, well defined solution. Marvell's ongoing collaboration with Vivante, a mass market proven IP supplier, has allowed us to rapidly define and develop industry-leading multimedia SoCs targeted at fast-growing connected TV markets," said Gaurav Shah, vice president of marketing for Digital Entertainment products at Marvell Semiconductor, Inc.

"The center of home entertainment has radically shifted from one-way viewing to personalized real-time interaction built around a framework specific to the user, connecting content of choice with an enhanced web experience. These interconnected parts are tied together through the visual experience best accelerated with the GPU," said Wei-Jin Dai, President and CEO of Vivante. "We are excited to be part of the Armada 1500 multimedia platform and look forward to the ongoing collaboration with Marvell, content providers and ecosystem partners to bring novel concepts to the living room." 

About Vivante Corporation

Vivante Corporation, a leader in multi-core 3D GPU, GPGPU, and 2D Composition IP solutions, provides the highest performance and lowest power characteristics across a range of Khronos Group API conformant standards based on the ScalarMorphic(TM) architecture. Vivante GPUs are integrated into customer silicon solutions in mass market products including smartphones, tablets, HDTVs, consumer electronics and embedded devices, running thousands of graphics applications across multiple operating systems and software platforms. Vivante is a privately held company incorporated and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with multiple R&D centers in China and Europe. For more information, visit http://www.vivantecorp.com

Vivante and the Vivante logo are trademarks of Vivante. All other product or service names are the property of their respective owners.

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CONTACT: Benson Tao, 1-888-OES20GPU, pr@vivantecorp.com

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

Sony Computer Entertainment America and Taco Bell Give Fans the Chance to Win PlayStation®Vita Before You Can Buy It, One Awarded for Every 15 Minutes

Thousands Around the U.S. will Win a PlayStation®Vita Before Launch, Only at Taco Bell

FOSTER CITY, Calif., Jan. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC. (SCEA) and Taco Bell Corp. today announced a new "Unlock the Box" promotion to give away one PlayStation® Vita (PS Vita) portable entertainment system for every 15 minutes to consumers beginning January 26, 2012. Fans will have the chance to win a PS Vita before it becomes available in U.S. stores on February 22, 2012, exclusively through Taco Bell.

"This partnership is the perfect way to deliver PS Vita's game changing technology directly to our passionate fans in the weeks leading up to launch," said Guy Longworth senior vice president of marketing and PlayStation Network at Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC. "We know anticipation around PS Vita in the U.S. is reaching a fever pitch, and we're happy to be working with Taco Bell to give away one PS Vita for every fifteen minutes, ensuring thousands of gamers get their hands on the revolutionary entertainment system before it becomes available in stores."

At participating Taco Bell locations from January 26 through March 11, 2012, Taco Bell and PlayStation fans can "Unlock the Box" for a chance to win a PS Vita. Codes found on Taco Bell's specially marked $5 Buck Box - which includes a Cheesy Gordita Crunch, Crunchy Taco, Burrito Supreme® and medium fountain drink - can be entered online for an instant chance to win a PS Vita prize pack. Prize packs include one PS Vita 3G/Wi-Fi model, one Little Deviants game, one 4GB PS Vita Memory Card, and a choice of one of the following games: ModNation Racers: Road Trip, LittleBigPlanet or MLB 12 The Show*.

Consumers can win a PS Vita through a total of three different ways. In addition to "Unlock the Box," fans can win through Taco Bell's mobile app by battling their friends on Reality Fighters(TM) Dojo, an exclusive augmented reality game experience set on the $5 Buck Box. The third opportunity is by entering an online contest that will encourage users to boast about what they'd be willing to do for a PS Vita. Consumer videos and images that are submitted will be placed in an online gallery where viewers can vote for the winners.

"Taco Bell has always been a brand of firsts and we wanted to kick off the year with an innovative combination - our great food, PlayStation's cool new technology and multiple ways to play and win," said Brian Niccol, Chief Marketing and Innovation Officer at Taco Bell Corp. "We have an incredibly engaged customer fan base and we are excited to leverage this partnership and help them become early adopters."

PS Vita will launch in the U.S. on February 22, 2012 and be available at major retailers for $249.99 (MSRP) for the Wi-Fi model and $299.99 (MSRP) for the 3G/Wi-Fi model. The PS Vita system will offer unparalleled interactive entertainment anytime and anywhere, bringing consumers new ways to play through its stunning 5-inch OLED multi-touch screen and rear touch pad, dual analog sticks, six-axis motion sensing system, and dual cameras. With nearly 100 games currently in production from first and third party studios including "Sound Shapes(TM)," "wipEout® 2048," "Resistance: Burning Skies(TM)," "UNCHARTED: Golden Abyss(TM)," Ubisoft's "Assassin's Creed," EA SPORTS 'FIFA,' Activision's 'Call of Duty®', and many more, PS Vita is poised to deliver gameplay experiences unmatched by any handheld or mobile device on the market.

*Select software titles will be shipped at launch and may not be available at time of win.

No Purchase Necessary to Enter or Win. Game begins at 12:01 AM (ET) on 1/26/12 and ends at 11:59 PM (ET) on 3/11/12. Void Where Prohibited. Game open to legal residents of the 50 United States or D.C. who are 18 or older (19 in Al or NE). For one (1) free Code by mail, while supplies last, send self-addressed stamped business size (#10) envelope to: Taco Bell® Big Box Request, P.O. Box 9319, Medford, NY 11763-9319, postmarked by 3/1/12 and received 3/5/12. Subject to Official Rules at http://unlock.tacobell.com.

About Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC

Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC continues to redefine the entertainment lifestyle with its PlayStation® and PS one® game console, the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) handheld entertainment system, the PlayStation®Vita (PS Vita) portable entertainment system the ground-breaking PlayStation®3 (PS3(TM)) computer entertainment system and its online and network services the PlayStation®Network and PlayStation®Store. Recognized as the undisputed industry leader, Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC markets the PlayStation® family of products and develops, publishes, markets and distributes software for the PS one, PlayStation®2, PSP, PS Vita and PS3 systems for the North American market. Based in Foster City, Calif., Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC serves as headquarters for all North American operations.

PlayStation is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

About Taco Bell Corp.:

Taco Bell Corp. ("Taco Bell"), a subsidiary of Yum! Brands, Inc., (NYSE: YUM), is the nation's leading Mexican-style quick service restaurant chain. Taco Bell serves tacos, burritos, signature quesadillas, XXL Grilled Stuft Burritos, nachos, and other specialty items such as Crunchwrap Supreme®, in addition to the Why Pay More!® Value Menu. Taco Bell serves more than 36.8 million consumers each week in nearly 5,600 restaurants in the U.S.

SOURCE  Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC.; Taco Bell Corp.

Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC.; Taco Bell Corp.

CONTACT: CONTACT: Crystal Braswell, +1-650-655-8069, crystal_braswell@playstation.sony.com, Deb Bell - Taco Bell, +1-949-863-3915, deb.bell@tacobell.com, Dan Race, +1-650-655-3686, dan_race@playstation.sony.com,  Jenna Rathke - Taylor, +1-212-714-5713, jrathke@taylorstrategy.com

Novell ZENworks Application Virtualization 9 Delivers Reliable Virtual Applications Faster

New update includes industry's first proven harvesting tool designed to save time while ensuring quality

PROVO, Utah, Jan. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Novell today announced the availability of Novell® ZENworks® Application Virtualization 9. This latest release leverages a unique approach to application harvesting that enables enterprise IT staff to tap into a library of trusted resources and find the best stored version to build the necessary virtual application dynamically. By harvesting work that has already been done, IT users can scan a target endpoint and quickly build a set of needed virtual applications, saving time and ensuring quality.

ZENworks Application Virtualization 9 includes access to a large number of pre-built templates for building virtual applications based upon tested and optimized application configurations. These Web-based templates provide IT administrators with access to a central repository that includes the most up-to-date versions of common applications. Building applications using templates greatly reduces the manual labor necessary to configure virtual applications, while Web-based access eliminates the need to upgrade the version of ZENworks Application Virtualization each time an application needs to be updated, reducing IT labor and costs.

"ZENworks Application Virtualization 9 removes the complications typically associated with application deployment by building upon work that IT has already completed," said Eric Varness, vice president of product management and marketing at Novell. "By harvesting from our new library of trusted, pre-built application templates, customers can reduce the costs, complexity and time delays required for application compatibility testing and management."

Additional customer benefits of Novell ZENworks Application Virtualization 9 include:

    --  Offline Streaming Support - Novell provides the fastest adaptive
        application streaming in the industry and now offers the ability for
        streaming applications to be executed without a persistent web
        connection.
    --  "Juke-Boxing" - Reducing the time and hassle associated with downloading
        multiple sub-products that aren't being used in an enterprise,
        "Juke-Boxing" affords the ability to launch individual products from
        within a single application stream for suite applications.
    --  Application Control - Ensuring IT can maintain compliance with its
        license agreements, portable virtualized applications can now be
        configured to only execute for users who meet defined criteria, such as
        Microsoft Active Directory membership or if the device is being managed
        by ZENworks.
AvailabilityNovell ZENworks Application Virtualization is currently available. For more information on pricing and availability for Novell ZENworks Application Virtualization 9, visit: http://www.novell.com/zav.

About NovellNovell, Inc., believes that customers should have choice and control of their IT systems. A global software leader to enterprises worldwide, Novell delivers solutions that make work environments more productive, secure and manageable. Novell supports thousands of organizations around the world with collaboration, endpoint management, and file and networking technologies, all of which drive end-user productivity directly or on the backend. With solutions including Novell GroupWise, Novell ZENworks and Novell Open Enterprise Server, businesses can reach new levels of productivity while minimizing cost, complexity and risk. For more information, visit http://www.novell.com.

Copyright (C) Novell, Inc.  All rights reserved.  Novell, the Novell logo, the N logo, and ZENworks are registered trademarks of Novell, Inc. in the United States and other countries. * All third party trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

SOURCE  Novell, Inc.

Novell, Inc.

CONTACT: Amie Johnson of Novell, Inc., SUSE, +1-801-861-2893, amie@novell.com; or Emily Held, PAN Communications, +1-617-502-4300, novell@pancomm.com, for Novell, Inc.

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

BNY Mellon Launches Industry's First Mobile App for Performance & Risk Analytics

P&RA Mobile Dashboard delivers sought after investment risk, results and exposure data to client iPads®

BOSTON, Jan. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- BNY Mellon, the global leader in investment management and investment services, has introduced its new Performance & Risk Analytics (P&RA) Mobile Dashboardapplication, bringing the power and functionality of its Web-based P&RA services into a summarized, concise view ready for today's most popular tablet computer.  The new interface offers clients a convenient and portable look into their portfolio's investment results and risk metrics.

P&RA Mobile Dashboard, which went live in December, makes the new features available to institutional clients through Workbench(TM) Mobile, BNY Mellon Asset Servicing's information delivery portal.  Using P&RA Mobile Dashboard, clients can view key portfolio and benchmark information on their iPad, including Daily Returns, Historical Returns, Top 10 Positions, Top 5 Overweight Positions, and Top 5 Underweight Positions. 

Results can be viewed as line or bar charts, or in tabular data format.  Other features include filters to review investment returns by major asset class, as well as gross or net of fees.  Additional views are scheduled for delivery in early 2012. 

"As the need for instant information swells, we continue to integrate our products and services into more convenient, customizable views," said John Gruber, managing director, global product strategy for BNY Mellon Asset Servicing's Performance & Risk Analytics group.  "The new P&RA Mobile Dashboard gives plan sponsors and fund managers true on-the-go and highly useful information about their investments' performance, exposures and allocation."

BNY Mellon has announced several client-driven enhancements to its P&RA product line over the last 12 months, including a new Interactive Performance Report in November.  Last spring, BNY Mellon and the Burgiss Group introduced Private iQ(TM), a private capital benchmarking service, which followed the launch of features enabling institutions to access combined public and private market data through Workbench.

BNY Mellon Asset Servicing offers clients worldwide a broad spectrum of specialized asset servicing capabilities, including custody and fund services, securities lending, performance and analytics, and execution services.  BNY Mellon Asset Servicing provides services through BNY Mellon and other related companies.

BNY Mellon is a global financial services company focused on helping clients manage and service their financial assets, operating in 36 countries and serving more than 100 markets.  BNY Mellon is a leading provider of financial services for institutions, corporations and high-net-worth individuals, offering superior investment management and investment services through a worldwide client-focused team.  It has $25.9 trillion in assets under custody and administration and $1.2 trillion in assets under management, services $11.7 trillion in outstanding debt and processes global payments averaging $1.6 trillion per day.  BNY Mellon is the corporate brand of The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation (NYSE: BK).  Learn more at http://www.bnymellon.com and through Twitter @bnymellon.

SOURCE  BNY Mellon

BNY Mellon

CONTACT: Joseph F. Ailinger Jr., +1-617-722-7571, joe.ailinger@bnymellon.com

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

Entrust Uses Near-Field Communication, Bluetooth to Bring Enterprise Credentials, Management to Popular Mobile Devices

New Entrust IdentityGuard capability turns mobile devices into enterprise credentials

DALLAS, Jan. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Entrust, Inc. is extending its Entrust IdentityGuard strong authentication platform to offer virtual smart credentials on mobile devices for enterprise-grade security. Taking advantage of near-field communication (NFC) and Bluetooth standards, Entrust embeds digital certificates on smartphones to create trusted identity credentials for stronger, more convenient enterprise authentication.

"As a result of IT consumerization, enterprises are now required to properly authenticate devices. With our new NFC and Bluetooth capabilities, organizations may use today's popular mobile devices as advanced authenticators," said Entrust President and CEO Bill Conner. "Entrust empowers enterprises to use the mobile channel to deliver improved total cost of ownership, ease of use and compliance standards, while reducing the complexity of enterprise-grade authentication solutions."

Mobile Devices Make Smarter Credentials
Now available via the software-based Entrust IdentityGuard versatile authentication platform, organizations are able to use digital certificates to leverage mobile devices as smart credentials for logical access to corporate and wireless networks, and physical access to buildings and other facilities. For even greater convenience, NFC (physical and logical) and Bluetooth (logical) may be used to streamline mobile-based authentication. Authenticated desktop logins are as simple as having a mobile device in proximity of a workstation, but more secure than most of today's standard security offerings.

"This evolution of our authentication solution further builds on Entrust's vision that the software platform approach is the easiest, most cost-effective strategy for organizations, enterprises and governments requiring strong authentication," said Conner. "Many security vendors claim they provide a full authentication platform, but in reality they've pieced together separate point solutions. That's where Entrust IdentityGuard is different -- it's built from the ground up as a single, comprehensive software platform."

Integration with MDM, IAM Vendors
Entrust IdentityGuard also introduces new API architecture that allows for tight integration with today's leading mobile device management (MDM), identity and access management (IAM), and public key infrastructure (PKI) vendors. This provides welcomed interoperability, via standards-based interfaces, with new and existing enterprise security implementations. This approach may even leverage in-house or managed service-based digital certificates.

Compatible on today's most popular mobile platforms, including Apple iOS, RIM BlackBerry and Google Android, Entrust leverages industry-standard technologies, including Personal Identity Verification (PIV), for higher security and interoperability than proprietary systems.

Secure Email for the Enterprise
Entrust IdentityGuard also adds certificate-onboarding to mobile devices for certificate-based authentication and S/MIME-based decryption and signing of email. Advanced secure email capabilities include synchronization, key history and encryption across enterprise desktops and mobile platforms.

Third-Party Perspective
In a July 2011 Forrester Research Inc. report, "Forrsights: Mobility Dominates Enterprise Telecom Trends in 2011," Forrester principal analyst and report author Michele Pelino outlines the popularity of consumerization and the growth of personal devices in enterprise environments.

"Expanded smartphone support by many enterprises is driven by the sharp increase in employee adoption of smartphones for work purposes, up to 25 percent from 18 percent just six months ago," wrote Pelino. "It is also interesting to note that 60 percent of firms are providing some level of support for personally owned smartphones that employees bring into the office. This is an example of a phenomenon we call the consumerization of IT, where individuals drive an IT organization's requirement to support new types of mobile devices."

Self-Service Capabilities
To help reduce costs and enable greater efficiency, the enterprise credentials may even be managed by the end-user via the Entrust IdentityGuard Self-Service Module. This secure, Web-based interface allows Entrust IdentityGuard users to manage many aspects of their accounts (e.g., device enrollment, obtaining of certificates, provisioning), freeing administrator time without compromising the security of the network.

End-users may even self-activate a new authenticator without the assistance of an administrator. Should a user misplace their authenticator, they can receive a temporary password or order a new authenticator without the need to contact their local help-desk.

Entrust IdentityGuard enables organizations to layer security -- according to access requirements or the risk of a given transaction -- across diverse users and applications. Entrust's authentication capabilities include smartcards and USB tokens, soft tokens, grid cards and eGrids, IP-geolocation, questions and answers, out-of-band one-time passcode (delivered via voice, SMS or email), and a range of one-time-passcode tokens. In addition, digital certificates are used on mobile devices, in software and on smartcards and USB tokens.

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About Entrust
A trusted provider of identity-based security solutions, Entrust empowers enterprises, governments, financial institutions, citizens and websites in more than 4,000 organizations spanning 60 countries. Entrust's customer-centric focus is the foundation to delivering organizations an unmatched level of security, trust and value. For strong authentication, credentialing, physical and logical access, mobile security, digital certificates, SSL and PKI, call 888-690-2424, email entrust@entrust.com or visit http://www.entrust.com. Let's talk.

Entrust is a registered trademark of Entrust, Inc. in the United States and certain other countries. In Canada, Entrust is a registered trademark of Entrust Limited. All Entrust product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of Entrust, Inc. or Entrust Limited. All other company and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

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CONTACT: Lindsey Jones, Media Relations, +1-972-728-0374, lindsey.jones@entrust.com

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

CES 2012: PriceGrabber® Launches Local Deals Mobile Application DealGrabber for iPhone®, Allowing Consumers to Find the Best Deals on Daily Offers in Their Area

Visit PriceGrabber at CES 2012, Booth #A158 in the South Hall Lobby

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- PriceGrabber®, a part of Experian®, is making it easier and more convenient for consumers to find local deals in their area with DealGrabber, a new mobile application specifically dedicated to the local deals category, deals.pricegrabber.com. DealGrabber is available free of charge in the Apple® iTunes® store and is an excellent way for consumers to browse thousands of deals in their area from a variety of local deal Websites, including Groupon®, LivingSocial®, Restaurant.com®, Eversave®, Gilt City(TM) and many more. With more than 10,000 downloads already, the DealGrabber app has quickly become a go-to shopping app.

Instead of sorting through cluttered inboxes filled with daily deal emails, consumers are now able to efficiently sort through thousands of deals in one place. The app makes it easy to browse for deals using a map view, a list view or a hybrid of both. In addition, users can view detailed information like category, price, value, location and expiration date. Shoppers also can get their friends in on the fun and share their favorite deals on Facebook®.

"With the tremendous growth in the local daily deals marketplace, PriceGrabber saw the opportunity to save consumers time and money and offer local daily deals all in one mobile app," said Graham Jones, general manager of PriceGrabber. "PriceGrabber has been perfecting the process of aggregating the best price on millions of products from thousands of merchants for more than 10 years. When we entered the local daily deal space in June 2011, it was a natural progression for us. Developing a mobile app specifically for our local daily deals category brings the convenience of our local daily deals Website into the pocket of the consumer."

DealGrabber key features:

    --  View deals in a list view, map view or an innovative hybrid of both
    --  Find close deals using the iPhone® GPS or by selecting a location
    --  Share with friends via Facebook®
    --  Send an email reminder about interesting deals
    --  Filter and sort deals by category, location, price range or keyword
        search
    --  Personalize the home screen to make searching quicker and easier
    --  Save favorite searches to quickly check for deals anytime
    --  Deals are updated hourly to ensure the newest deals are available

In addition to DealGrabber, PriceGrabber offers local deals on deals.pricegrabber.com that are available in more than 160 metropolitan areas and are updated hourly. Comprehensive filters allow consumers to sort deals by preferred location, price point, or favorite group buying site and deal category. Popular deal categories include health and beauty, food and dining, active life and fitness, hotel and travel, and more.

Visit deals.pricegrabber.com to search local deals online, or download DealGrabber in the Apple® iTunes® store to browse and purchase local offers on the go.

About PriceGrabber.com®PriceGrabber.com®, a part of Experian, is a leading online shopping site with more than 23 million unique shoppers monthly. At PriceGrabber.com, savvy shoppers can instantly find and compare millions of unique products and services across 25 categories with more than 11,000 merchants. Compare products side by side to find the right retailers at the best prices within popular categories, such as Digital Cameras, Electronics, Computers, Clothing, Books, TVs and more. PriceGrabber.com provides shoppers with the right product from the right merchant at the best price anytime, anywhere. Visit us at http://www.pricegrabber.com.

About Experian Experian® is the leading global information services company, providing data and analytical tools to clients in more than 80 countries. The company helps businesses to manage credit risk, prevent fraud, target marketing offers and automate decision making. Experian also helps individuals to check their credit report and credit score, and protect against identity theft. Experian plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN) and is a constituent of the FTSE 100 index. Total revenue for the year ended 31 March 2011 was US$4.2 billion. Experian employs approximately 15,000 people in 41 countries and has its corporate headquarters in Dublin, Ireland, with operational headquarters in Nottingham, UK; California, US; and São Paulo, Brazil.

For more information, visit http://www.experianplc.com.

Experian and the Experian marks used herein are service marks or registered trademarks of Experian Information Solutions, Inc. Other product and company names mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners.

SOURCE  PriceGrabber

PriceGrabber

CONTACT: Sharon Banfield of PriceGrabber.com, +1-323-601-1231, sbanfield@pricegrabber.com or Jennifer Little of Rubenstein Public Relations, +1-212-843-8364, jlittle@rubensteinpr.com, for PriceGrabber

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

Simple Energy Customer Engagement Platform Launches in Texas

Households with Smart Meters Can Now Compete for Energy Savings

DALLAS, Jan. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Simple Energy announced that people in Texas can now sign up for a social, fun and simple way to save energy with the Simple Energy Customer Engagement Platform, an online game that allows users to compete with friends and win prizes for increased energy efficiency.

Households in the Houston and Dallas metro areas (specifically, those in the Oncor and Centerpoint service territories) are eligible to join the application, sharing their energy savings on Facebook, forming teams and viewing their actual energy usage online, with a mobile app coming soon. Prizes for saving energy include iTunes gift cards, iPads and more.

The launch of this state-wide initiative follows the completion of an energy efficiency program piloted in California, where the Simple Energy platform succeeded in more than doubling energy savings among participating residential customers during a three-month period. With these results far surpassing those of a similar trial completed in Texas without the use of the Simple Energy system, expanding access to this platform in Houston and Dallas has the potential to create dramatic savings for customers. 

"The amazing results from California clearly demonstrate that the Simple Energy approach to motivating people to save energy really works," explained Yoav Lurie, CEO and co-founder of the company. "People are naturally social and they like competing to win points and prizes. By allowing them access to their energy usage data in a fun and simple way on platforms where they are already spending their time such as Facebook, we make saving energy into an easy and enjoyable experience."

Many customers have said they want access to their energy usage information online. Smart meters - one of the foundational elements of the smart grid - allow access to this data. But, in practice, very few customers actually interact with their data - this is the problem that Simple Energy has set out to solve. Combined with the simplicity of transforming this data into a fun, social game, online energy usage information becomes actionable and contextual.

The Simple Energy platform normalizes energy usage across wide geographic areas, allowing participants to compete with their friends and neighbors -- similar to a golf handicap. In addition, players can form teams in order to compete on behalf of a cause that they support, such as a school or community organization. Finally, the program follows strict privacy guidelines, simply comparing normalized scores among users without revealing any personalized, individual details about actual energy consumption.

Tips that everyone can put to use today to reduce their energy use just like in the California program include: switching to compact fluorescent lighting, lowering water heater temperature, using the minimal amount of lighting needed for a task, washing and drying dishes and clothing by hand, using smart power strips, and turning off computers and monitors when they aren't in use.

Texas customers can sign up to earn points and compete for prizes today at https://www.simpleenergy.com/partners/texas

About Simple Energy
Simple Energy uses social game mechanics to change how people save energy and how utilities engage their customers. Simple Energy's customer engagement platform and applications combine leading behavioral science research and social game mechanics that encourage energy efficiency. Participants in Simple Energy programs compare their real energy usage with their friends and neighbors, making energy efficiency social, fun and simple.

SOURCE  Simple Energy

Simple Energy

CONTACT: Jill Thompson of Metzger Associates, +1-720-833-5921 (o), +1-720-438-8289 (m), Twitter: @simpleenergy

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

Vuzix Wins Two Awards and Debuts SMART Glasses Technology at Consumer Electronics Show

See Vuzix newest offerings in action at CES - Central Hall Booth #13646

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Vuzix Corporation (TSX-V: VZX, OTC:BB: VUZI, FMB: V7X), award-winning manufacturer of video eyewear, announced today that it has won two innovation awards at the 2012 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) the first for an advanced 3D capable pair of Video Eyewear, and the second for a new monocular see through HMD for the Industrial Augmented Reality solutions. 

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Vuzix is also showing its Augmented Reality (AR) and Mobile Video Eyewear Offerings, using the latest Wrap series Video Eyewear and maxReality software. Also being shown is the Wrap 1200 3D Mobile Video Eyewear with HDMI connectivity using the new HDMI Power Pak.  The HDMI Power Pak allows for hours of operation with mobile devices like the Android phones and home HDMI sources alike.

Finally, Vuzix is also showcasing its SMART Glasses Technology. This new technology is a complete HD see through lens with display engine that neatly fits into the temples of designer styled sunglasses. As the name implies, SMART Glasses Technology is much more than just a wearable TV. Designed to work with SMART Devices that are typically connected to the internet, SMART Glasses are interactive and merge virtual information with the real world.

Follow Vuzix on Twitter @Vuzix and facebook.com/Vuzix for the latest news on the SMART Glasses Technology and the company's entire line award winning video eyewear.

About Vuzix Corporation

Vuzix is a leading supplier of Video Eyewear products in the defense, consumer and media & entertainment markets. The Company's products, personal display devices that offer users a portable high quality viewing experience; provide solutions for mobility, thermal sighting systems, tactical wearable displays and virtual and augmented reality. With its origins in defense research and development for next generation display solutions, Vuzix holds over 51 patents in the Video Eyewear field. The company has won 9 Consumer Electronics Show Innovations Awards, the RetailVision Best New Product and several wireless technology innovation awards, among others. Founded in 1997, Vuzix is a public company (TSX-V:VZX - News, OTC:BB: VUZI, FMB: V7X) with offices in Rochester, NY, Oxford, UK and Tokyo, Japan. For more information visit http://www.Vuzix.com

Forward-Looking Statements Disclaimer

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

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

    For further Investor Information, please contact IR@Vuzix.com.
    For further press and product information, please contact:

    Media Contact:                                                 Sales Contact:

    Mark Olson                                                     Mike Hallett
    Max Borges Agency for Vuzix                                    Director Consumer Sales
    Vice President                                                 585-359-7572
    305-576-1171 x117                                              mike_hallett@vuzix.com
    markolson@maxborgesagency.com

SOURCE  Vuzix Corporation

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

OmniVision Launches High-Performance Native HD CameraChip(TM) Sensor

OV9713 Offers Improved Dynamic Range and 720p/60 HD Video Capture for Advanced Entertainment, Notebook, Telepresence and Security Applications

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Jan. 11, 2012  /PRNewswire/ --OmniVision Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: OVTI), a leading developer of advanced digital imaging solutions, today announced from the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas the launch of its new high frame rate, native high-definition (HD) CameraChip sensor that is capable of capturing high quality 720p video at 60 frames per second (FPS). The OV9713 combines excellent low-light performance and high dynamic range (HDR) with fast frame rates, making it an ideal solution for entertainment, notebook, telepresence and high-end security applications.

The OV9713 is the first sensor to be built on a new and improved OmniPixel3-HS(TM) pixel. The sensor's new pixel architecture offers better low-light sensitivity, signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) performance and a 5dB improvement in dynamic range compared to the previous generation, allowing it to perform exceptionally well in devices that operate in challenging lighting conditions. Additionally, the OV9713's 12-bit RGB RAW output capability provides optimized HDR, while the embedded sequential line- or frame-based HDR features allow an even higher dynamic range to address high-contrast scenes often encountered indoors.

The OV9713's fast frame rate minimizes latency delay, resulting in quick response time when using the camera for interactive gaming and real-time communication for telepresence applications. The sensor is also 3D ready, offering frame synchronization functionality for 3D (stereo) camera systems.

"We've designed this product specifically for the rapidly evolving entertainment and telepresence markets, where the quality expectations are high and the performance requirements are even higher," said Nick Nam, director of product marketing at OmniVision. "The OV9713 is optimized to handle the most demanding applications, providing our customers with top quality image capture and response time. Offering this level of performance, quality and functionality at such a competitive price places the OV9713 at the forefront of this market."

The OV9713 is a powerful 1/4-inch CMOS image sensor that offers widescreen HD video with a display resolution of 720p operating at 60 FPS or cropped VGA at 120 FPS. Using an improved OmnniPixel3-HS architecture, the OV9713 delivers industry-leading low-light performance of 3300 mV/lux-sec. It comes with a standard 2-lane MIPI interface and fits into an 8 mm x 6 mm x 4.5 mm module size.

The OV9713 is currently available for sampling, and is expected to go into volume production by the second quarter of 2012.

About OmniVision

OmniVision Technologies (NASDAQ: OVTI) is a leading developer of advanced digital imaging solutions. Its award-winning CMOS imaging technology enables superior image quality in many of today's consumer and commercial applications, including mobile phones, notebooks, tablets and webcams, digital still and video cameras, security and surveillance, entertainment devices, automotive and medical imaging systems. Find out more at http://www.ovt.com.

Safe-Harbor Language

Certain statements in this press release, including statements regarding the expected benefits, performance, capabilities, and potential market appeal, as well as anticipated timing of mass production, of the OV9713 are forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties. These risks and uncertainties, which could cause the forward-looking statements and OmniVision's results to differ materially, include, without limitation: potential errors, design flaws or other problems with OV9713, customer acceptance, demand, and other risks detailed from time to time in OmniVision's Securities and Exchange Commission filings and reports, including, but not limited to, OmniVision's annual report filed on Form 10-K and quarterly reports filed on Form 10-Q. OmniVision expressly disclaims any obligation to update information contained in any forward-looking statement.

OmniVision® and the OmniVision logo are registered trademarks of OmniVision Technologies, Inc. OmniPixel3-HS(TM) and CameraChip(TM) are trademarks of OmniVision Technologies, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

SOURCE  OmniVision Technologies, Inc.

OmniVision Technologies, Inc.

CONTACT: CONTACT: media, Martijn Pierik of Impress Public Relations, +1-602-366-5599, martijn@impress-pr.com; or Scott Foster of OmniVision Technologies, +1-408-567-3077, sfoster@ovt.com; or investors, Mary McGrowan of Summit IR Group Inc., +1-408-653-3263, invest@ovt.com.

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

NADAguides.com Offers 15-Day Free Trial of New Title and Registration CONNECT

New Online Application Provides DMVs, Government Agencies and Insurance Companies with Color Titles, Licenses and More.

COSTA MESA, Calif., Jan. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

News Highlights

    --  NADAguides.com, the most comprehensive vehicle pricing and information
        provider, and the most relied upon resource for vehicle pricing and
        valuation data, announces a 15-day free trial of the New Title and
        Registration CONNECT; its robust web-based application providing 24/7
        access to title and registration data.
    --  The NADAguides.com Title and Registration CONNECT is a web-based product
        that is designed to provide instant access to the most up-to-date
        NADAguides.com title and registration information including lien
        information, taxes, proof of ownership, repossessions, quick reference
        charts, agency phone numbers, and more.
    --  Industry professionals can conveniently log into Title and Registration
        CONNECT on an as-needed basis from PCs, laptops, tablets and smart
        phones, providing "anytime, anywhere" access to title and registration
        information that is updated in real time.
    --  The NADAguides.com Title and Registration CONNECT application provides
        state-by-state information for all vehicles including autos, boats, RVs,
        manufactured homes and motorcycles. Also included in the CONNECT product
        are clear color samples of state titles, driver licenses and more.
    --  NADAguides.com is currently offering a full access, unlimited 15-day
        free trial.  To receive a 15-day free trial please call 1-800-966-6232.
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Key Quotes

    --  Lisa Drew, market analyst for NADAguides.com:  "For over 3 decades,
        dealerships, DMVs, government agencies and insurance companies worldwide
        have relied upon the NADAguides Title & Registration products to verify
        out of state procedures and the validity of important documents.  The
        new NADAguides Title & Registration CONNECT is extremely user friendly,
        allowing 24/7 access from any device for keyword searches and
        enlargement of sample documents. NADAguides is continuously striving to
        provide the best products and with the constant changes to policies and
        procedures, we realized how much our customers would benefit from real
        time updates. Providing the most up-to-date information available is now
        possible with the new NADAguides Title and Registration CONNECT."
About NADAguides.com

NADAguides.com (http://www.nadaguides.com) is the largest publisher of vehicle pricing and information for new and used cars, classic cars, motorcycles, boats, RVs, and manufactured homes. NADAguides.com offers in-depth shopping and research tools in addition to the most market-reflective pricing available. The company also produces software, raw data, web services, web-syndicated products and print guidebooks.

Resources

    --  NADAguides.com
    --  CONNECT
    --  NADAguides.com on Twitter
    --  NADAguides.com on Facebook
    --  NADAguides.com on YouTube

Industries

    --  Recreation vehicles (RVs)
    --  Truck campers
    --  Camping trailers
    --  Motor homes
    --  Travel trailers
    --  Fifth wheels
    --  Park models

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CONTACT: For more information or for interviews, Andrea Lopez, alopez@nadaguides.com; or media,  Pam Edwards, +1-213-438-8814

TouchPal Redefines Contacts and Input Experience on Your Mobile Devices

CooTek Unveils TouchPal Contacts+ and Tablet Keyboard Mobile Apps at ShowStoppers 2012

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- ShowStoppers @ CES 2012 -- CooTek announced today the new TouchPal Contacts+ and TouchPal Tablet Keyboard mobile apps at ShowStoppers during CES 2012.

Today's smartphones aren't that smart when it comes to contact lists, They're cumbersome and cluttered and don't offer much functionality. TouchPal Contacts+ is a "smart" contacts manager for mobile devices that makes contact lists useful again with real-time availability indicators, social integration, and dynamic business card management.

The app is currently available in the iPhone App Store and Android Market.

TouchPal Contacts+ was recently selected as a Finalist at the TechCrunch Disrupt Beijing 2011 Startup Battlefield. To view a demo of TouchPal Contacts+ at Startup Battlefield, click here.

The TouchPal Tablet Keyboard is the only 3rd party Android tablet keyboard compatible with the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich (ICS) operating system. It uses gestures to split and resize the keyboard and features both swiping and typing input methods.

TouchPal Contacts+ Key Features:

    --  Real-Time Social Integration
    --  Real-Time Availability Indicators
    --  Availability Alerts and Automatic Callbacks
    --  Dynamic Contact Card Management
    --  Cross Platform Integration
TouchPal Tablet Keyboard Key Features:

    --  Both Sliding and Typing Input
    --  Use Gestures to Resize and Split the Keyboard
    --  Predictive Sliding for Faster Input
    --  Intelligent Next-word Prediction
    --  Fast Misspelling Correction
    --  Contact List Import
    --  Mixed Language Detection
    --  Larger, More User-friendly Keys
For more information on CooTek, TouchPal Contacts+, and TouchPal Tablet Keyboard, visit: http://www.TouchPal.com.

About CooTekFounded in 2008, CooTek improves the usability of mobile devices through innovative applications. TouchPal is the product brand name of a suite of mobile applications from CooTek, including TouchPal Keyboard and TouchPal Contacts+. CooTek is the winner of 2009 GSMA Mobile Innovation Global Award.

SOURCE  TouchPal

TouchPal

CONTACT: CONTACT:  Josh Schimel, +1-202-857-2208, josh.schimel@fleishman.com

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

Cellairis Announces Exclusive Partnership With Bananabeat

Leading Cellular Accessories Company Drops a Beat with Exclusive Line of Cell Phone Cases

ALPHARETTA, Ga., Jan. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Cellairis, the nation's largest cellular phone accessories company, today announced an exclusive partnership with Bananabeat. The launch of this exclusive new collection, Cellairis by Bananabeat, will coincide with Cellairis' participation in CES (Consumer Electronics Show) in Las Vegas. Bananabeat, owned by producer and artist, Cisco Adler, is rooted in Southern California culture and lifestyle, combining the efficiencies of a major record label with the intimacy of a boutique artist collective and lifestyle brand.

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"Through our collaboration with Cellairis we are able to bring our designs and inspirations to our fans in an alternative way," said Cisco Adler, Owner/Brand Director at Bananabeat. "Leveraging Cellairis' expertise in accessories protection, we will now be able to offer our community something both functional and fresh."

Bananabeat originally emerged as the record label for Shwayze covering their first three releases, including the latest, Shwayze & Cisco's "Island in the Sun." Over the years, Bananabeat has emerged as more than just a record label, with Adler producing and writing for a wide range of artists like Kate Voegele, G. Love, and Mike Posner to brand alliances with companies such as Oakley Eyewear, New Era, Neivz, Seattle-based retailer and lifestyle brand Winner's Circle, and now Cellairis.

"We couldn't be happier about the decision to partner with Bananabeat," said Joe Ciardullo, CMO of Cellairis. "Their innovation in the music industry combined with their current apparel success is a perfect match for Cellairis' growing focus in fashion and entertainment."

This exclusive new collection includes an array of original designs featuring the Bananabeat branding and logo, as well as new print technology to prevent color bleeding and paint chipping. Cellairis by Bananabeat will retail at $19.99 and will be available for purchase nationwide at local Cellairis stores, as well as online at http://www.cellairis.com and http://www.bananabeat.com starting in early February. For more information on Cellairis by Bananabeat, please visit http://www.cellairis.com.

ABOUT CELLAIRIS
At Cellairis, we protect your tech in style! What began as a single, stand-alone unit over 10 years ago is fast becoming the nation's most trusted cellular accessory specialty retailer. Cellairis provides innovative and fashion-forward cases and accessories for all of your mobile devices and tablets. Recently ranked #9 on Franchise Times 2009 "Fast 55" and quickly approaching the opening of their seven hundredth store location across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, Cellairis continues to deliver exceptional, personalized service on-line and at all of their convenient, cutting-edge store locations.
Cellairis is committed to creating quality products that are socially meaningful and work to enhance the lifeline of your devices. With Cellairis, come to expect more. For more information on Cellairis, please visit http://www.cellairis.com.

ABOUT BANANABEAT RECORDS
Bananabeat Records was founded by producer/singer/songwriter Cisco Adler. With experience on every side of the music biz, from artist to producer to now label head and manager, Cisco decided to start a lifestyle brand rather than a record label or production company. Bananabeat is a way of life that is shared by all of the talented artists that pass through Bananabeat Studios and everyone who works on any of our projects on any level. This is a movement...let's go BANANAS! For more information on Bananabeat, please visit http://www.bananabeat.com.


SOURCE  Cellairis

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CONTACT: CELLAIRIS PR CONTACT, Claire Nilsson, MML PR, +1-310-664-0600, ext. 2, claire@mmlpr.com, or BANANABEAT RECORDS PR CONTACT, Cat De Felice, Big Hassle Media, +1-424-744-7505, cat@bighassle.com

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

/K I L L K I L L K I L L -- City Index: The Mobile Trading Apps Race Begins/

LONDON, January 10, 2012/PRNewswire/ -- We are advised by City Index that journalists and other readers should disregard the news release "The Mobile Trading Apps Race Begins", issued earlier today over PR Newswire, as it was issued in error.

Source: City Index

Contact: Joshua Raymond, City Index Group, Tel: +44(0)20-7107-7002, Email: joshua.raymond[at]cityindex.co.uk

Pace Helps Yes Transition to Advanced HD Digital Services in Israel

SALTAIRE, England, January 11, 2012/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --

    Agreement supports the journey to next generation services

    Pace plc today announces that it has signed a partnership deal with DBS Satellite
Services (1998) Ltd, 'Yes', the Satellite Broadcasting company in Israel. Under the
agreement, Pace will provide new platforms to enable Yes to deploy advanced high
definition (HD) digital services, including HD Video on Demand, to its customers.

    As part of the agreement, Pace, a leading developer of technologies, products and
services for global broadband and broadcast markets, has already initiated roll-out of a
HD set-top box to Yes customers. The HD set-top box will incorporate advanced services,
allowing Yes to upgrade cost effectively in the field. In addition, the set-top box is
capable of being interactive and means Yes subscribers can enjoy payTV applications such
as HD Video on Demand over Ethernet connection.

    Mark Loughran, Regional Pace President, commented: "This is an exciting time for Yes
and Pace to be working together to develop and deploy HD services across Israel via
devices which put end users' needs for simplicity and user-friendliness at their core."

    Ron Eilon CEO of Yes added: "The Yes team is impressed by the professionalism and
dedication of the experienced Pace engineering team and view this as the start of strong
relationship. There is an increasing demand for VOD and HD television in Israel, and we
selected Pace to support our project as Pace has a proven track record of delivering
industry leading technology solutions and expertise, both essential to positioning
ourselves at the forefront of innovation."

    About Pace

    Pace (LSE: PIC) creates technologies, software, hardware and services for the
broadcast and broadband industries. Pace solutions empower cable, telco and satellite
operators to simply and cost-effectively innovate at the speed they want, in the way they
want for their subscribers. Pace has built up its experience and expertise over 30 years
and this is recognized by a customer base of over 160 operators around the globe.

    Headquartered in the UK, Pace operates in markets across the world, and employs around
2300 people in locations that also include the USA, France, India and China. For more
information on Pace, please visit http://www.pace.com.

    About Yes

    Yes satellite was established in 1998, and launched its broadcasting services in July
2000. Yes is Israel's only provider of multi-channel television broadcasts via satellite.

    Technological leadership

    Since its establishment, Yes has been at the forefront of relevant technologies and is
on par with the largest global multi-channel television companies. In March 2010 the
company launched its VOD services using OTT technology, with a versatile and user friendly
interface incorporated into the EPG, creating a total experience for customers via
MaxTotal, with 3 advanced services: Max recordings, HD and VOD broadcasts within a single
converter.

   
    For further information, please contact:

    Pace: Isabel Hall
    Chameleon PR
    Isabel.Hall@chameleonpr.com
    +44(0)207-680-5500

    Yes: Libby Zipser
    Company Spokesman
    LZipser@yes.co.il
    +972-9-7616617

Source: Pace plc

New Buzzient Products Add Publishing and Chat to Social Media Efforts

Buzzient Publish2Social and Social2Chat enable easier creation and tracking of social media as well as a direct link between Online Chat and Social Channels

BOSTON, Jan. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Buzzient, a leading social media platform company, today announced 2 new products: Buzzient Publish2Social and Social2Chat. These new products give customers more ways to engage with customers and, when combined with Buzzient Enterprise, build out more compelling social media programs for sales, service, and loyalty initiatives.

"Buzzient is focused on bringing a comprehensive social media solution for the enterprise and both of these products improve the customer experience over social media channels," remarked Timothy B. Jones, Buzzient Founder and CEO.  "Publish2Social makes it easy for organizations to manage outbound social media programs and Social2Chat directs social media to online chat agents for real-time communications. Both of these products were developed after overwhelming demand from existing and prospective customers."

"We're seeing 2012 start out with tremendous demand for social media solutions tailored for the enterprise," says Jones. "Whereas passive listening was vogue with first generation monitoring companies of 5 years ago, today sophisticated corporations using social media require integration of social data with CRM, ERP, HCM and other core applications. Furthermore, corporations need to engage on the social channels with end customers, hence why outbound publishing and chat integration are key requirements. We expect that 2012 will only see heightened interest in these solutions."

"Companies have to figure out how to leverage social media to stay current," says Peter Goldmacher, Managing Director with the Cowen Group. "But activity on social media isn't necessarily productivity on social media and the best run companies will make that distinction by understanding social in the context of their daily business operations."

Buzzient Publish2Social Features:

    --  Social Media Post Management. Create, schedule and track social media
        posts for Facebook and Twitter from a single, easy to use interface. Add
        images to posts and URL links are automatically shortened.
    --  Post Analytics and Usage Tracking. Track click through rates of links
        over time and across social networks. Monitor progress of Daily Active
        Users on Facebook.
    --  Geographic Targeting. Target Facebook posts to a specific city, country
        or region.
    --  Affordable Pricing. Buzzient Publish2Social is available immediately and
        costs under $10 per month.
Buzzient Social2Chat Features:

    --  Turn Tweets and Posts to Chats. With just one click, support
        representatives can reply back to customer over social media and include
        a link to chat in the response.
    --  Full Customer Interaction Data. Agents see the full social media thread
        that initiated the chat session inside their Oracle Live Help engagement
        console window.
About Buzzient

Buzzient uses patent-pending technology to automatically collect information from social media sources in real-time, analyze the content based on customer specifications, then turn this social media data into actionable information through integration with CRM and contact center applications. The Buzzient Enterprise(TM) solution gives customers everything they need to leverage existing sales and customer support processes in the world of social media. The company is based in Boston's Innovation District. For more information please visit: http://www.buzzient.com

Trademarks

Buzzient is a trademark of Buzzient Corporation. Other names may be trademarks of their respective owners.

SOURCE  Buzzient

Buzzient

CONTACT: CONTACT: Bruce Kasrel, +1-617-904-9877, bkasrel@buzzient.com

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

Love is in the "Fare" as Hotwire Survey Reveals Frequent Travel Helps Benefit Your Romantic Relationships

Study Also Shows Consumers Prefer Romantic Getaways Over Any Other Vacation Type, so Hotwire Helps by Providing the Top 10 Valentine's Day Deals and Destinations

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- With Valentine's Day around the corner, Hotwire.com®, a leading discount travel site, today revealed new romantic travel results from their American Travel Behavior Survey. According to the survey, conducted online by Harris Interactive in July 2011, nearly 70 percent of travelers strongly agree that their personal romantic relationships would benefit if they went on more leisure trips together - and medical experts agree. What's more, romantic getaways are the first choice among travelers. The survey showed that 42 percent of travelers would choose a romantic getaway with a significant other over a family vacation, traveling with friends, or a solo trip if they could afford to take one more leisure trip than planned. To help lovers reap the relationship benefits of travel this Valentine's season without breaking the bank, Hotwire® is also releasing the Top 10 Valentine's Day deal destinations.

"These new results show that not only do people recognize the positive impact that travel can have on their relationships, but also that romantic trips are something they desire in the new year," said Clem Bason, president of the Hotwire Group. "Of course Romantic Getaways are top of mind around Valentine's Day, but Hotwire encourages travelers to reap the benefits of travel year round by simply taking more trips, especially as a couple."

"In the past, romance was about tales of travel and adventure - the kinds of experiences that help regenerate mind and body," said Dr. Matthew Edlund, director of the Center for Circadian Medicine and author of The Power of Rest. "Modern ideas of romance focus more on sharing - like sharing deep experiences with someone you love. Why not combine the old and the new and take a travel adventure together? Think of what that can do for your health - and your relationship."

To get love birds ready for their Valentine's Day travels, Hotwire has compiled a list of the top 10 most romantic destinations with prices that will make any heart flutter:

    Destination                         Average Price on Hotwire for
                                        Valentine's**
    1.       San Diego, CA                                             $64
    2.       Savannah, GA                                              $69
    3.       Seattle, WA                                               $73
    4.       Montreal, QC, Canada                                      $80
    5.       Barcelona, Spain                                          $89
    6.       San Francisco, CA                                         $94
    7.       Honolulu, HI                                             $100
    8.       Nassau, Bahamas                                          $129
    9.       Paris, France                                            $152
    10.   New York, NY                                                $155
*Survey Methodology
This survey was conducted online within the United States by Harris Interactive via its QuickQuery omnibus product on behalf of Hotwire from July 27-29, 2011 among 2,127 adults ages 18 and older. This online survey is not based on a probability sample and therefore no estimate of theoretical sampling error can be calculated. For complete survey methodology, including weighting variables, please contact Andrew Reynolds at andrew@atomicpr.com or (323) 648-5425.

**Average prices based on bookings made 12/1-12/26 for stays over between 2/9-2/14.

About Hotwire

Hotwire.com is a leading discount travel site with low rates on airline tickets, hotel rooms, rental cars, cruises and vacation packages.  Launched in 2000, Hotwire negotiates deep discounts from its travel suppliers to help travelers book unsold airline seats, hotel rooms and rental cars.  Hotwire is an award-winning website and operating company of Expedia, Inc. CST# 2053390-50.  NST: 20003-0209.  For more information, visit http://www.hotwire.com. Hotwire sites operates in 8 countries worldwide: http://www.hotwire.com, http://www.hotwire.com/uk, http://www.hotwire.com/ie, http://www.hotwire.com/au, http://www.hotwire.com/nz, http://www.hotwire.com/se, http://www.hotwire.com/no and http://www.hotwire.com/dk.   In addition to Hotwire, The Hotwire Group of websites includes: http://www.hotwire.com, http://www.travel-ticker.com, http://www.carrentals.com. 

Hotwire, Hotwire.com and the Hotwire logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Hotwire, Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries.  All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. © 2012 Hotwire, Inc.  All rights reserved. CST# 2053390-40.

Contact:
Andrew Reynolds
Atomic PR
(323) 648-5425
andrew@atomicpr.com

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WebMD Launches WebMD Baby App for iPhone and iPod touch

Gives parents quick access to pediatrician-approved health information for infants and toddlers; WebMD survey shows new parents overwhelmingly want more information to care for their babies

NEW YORK, Jan. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- WebMD Health Corp. (Nasdaq: WBMD), the leading source of health information announced today its new WebMD Baby App for iPhone and iPod touch, a free mobile application for parents of infants and toddlers. WebMD Baby gives new parents quick and reliable access to pediatrician-approved baby health and wellness information anywhere, anytime. WebMD Baby content was created exclusively for the app and is personalized for a baby's specific age, helping to ensure new parents are one step ahead of their baby's growth and development.

To view the multimedia assets associated with this release, please click: http://www.multivu.com/mnr/54138-webmd-baby-app-iphone-ipod

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"Babies change rapidly in their first two years of life, challenging new parents to keep up with their baby's nutrition, health, sleep and development - all of which are essential for a happy and healthy baby and parent," said Dr. Hansa Bhargava, a pediatrician and WebMD medical editor, pediatrics. "The WebMD Baby App helps keep parents informed with easily accessible baby health and wellness information that they can trust."

Helping Babies Be the Healthiest They Can Be

In a recent survey conducted by WebMD, one in three parents (35 percent) say they have wanted to ask their pediatrician a question during at least one visit, but did not because they were uncomfortable or unsure of its relevance. With quick and easy access to trusted information through the WebMD Baby App, parents can anticipate their baby's next growth or development stage and be as informed as possible to make the most of their pediatrician visits.

Overall, the WebMD Baby Health & Wellness Survey, which polled more than 1,000 parents of infants to 2-year-olds, overwhelmingly found that parents want more information to better care for their babies, and they are spending a considerable amount of time seeking guidance on the changes during the first two years of life.

Other key survey findings include:

    --  Almost half of the parents (47 percent) wish they had a pediatrician in
        their pocket once a week or more to get information about immediate
        health or developmental concerns.
    --  The majority of parents (55 percent) find themselves researching
        information almost daily regarding the health, development or sleep for
        their baby/toddler.
    --  The majority of parents (54 percent) believe the length of time between
        doctor's visits leaves them wanting additional trusted information about
        the health and care of their baby/toddler.
    --  One-third of parents (34 percent) agree they often feel they don't know
        what to expect when it comes to their baby or toddler's milestones.
The WebMD Baby App provides parents with easy access to pediatrician-developed content, including key features such as:

    --  Personalized and pediatrician-approved health and wellness information
        for baby and toddler to keep new parents one step ahead of their baby's
        growth and development, anywhere and anytime and enables more informed
        pediatrician visits. For babies 0-1, a new health and wellness tip is
        sent to the app every day, as well as more in-depth content every week.
        For babies and toddlers ages 1-2, information relevant to their age is
        sent to the app monthly. WebMD's tips and information on the app can be
        easily shared through email, Facebook or Twitter.
    --  Streamlined search capabilities that help parents find immediate,
        trusted answers to their baby health and wellness questions with
        physician-reviewed answers. Information is organized by
        easy-to-understand topics (feeding and nutrition, growth and
        development, vaccines) and by the baby's age, simplifying a parent's
        search for trusted answers to immediate baby health and wellness
        questions.
    --  Baby routine and record keeper that gives parents and caregivers a
        snapshot of baby's health and wellness by allowing them to easily record
        and share baby's routine (feeds, diaper changes, sleep).  A personal
        growth chart for baby/toddler is also integrated into the app allowing
        information to be easily added right from the pediatrician's office.
    --  Baby book feature that allows parents to capture baby's memorable
        moments including baby's "firsts" with videos or photos taken on the
        spot or pulled from their iPhone library.  Baby book memories can be
        shared with family and friends through email or Facebook as they happen.
The WebMD Baby App is available for free from the App Store on iPhone and iPod touch or at http://www.itunes.com/appstore. Detailed information on the app is available at http://www.webmd.com/babyapp.

WebMD Baby Health & Wellness Survey Methodology

On behalf of WebMD, KRC Research conducted a national online survey of 1,001 parents of children ages 2 or younger between November 15- 21, 2011. Respondents, 18 and older, were selected among those who have volunteered to participate in online surveys.  Quotas were set for parent gender and region to best reflect the population of parents with children 2 and younger.

About WebMD

WebMD Health Corp. (Nasdaq: WBMD) is the leading provider of health information services, serving consumers, physicians, healthcare professionals, employers, and health plans through our public and private online portals, mobile platforms and health-focused publications. The WebMD Health Network includes WebMD Health, Medscape, MedicineNet, emedicineHealth, RxList, theheart.org and Medscape Education.

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WebMD

CONTACT: Jenna Halpin, Weber Shandwick, +1-617-520-7063, jhalpin@webershandwick.com; Kate Hahn, WebMD, +1-212-624-3760, khahn@webmd.net

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

Bridgepoint CEO Andrew Clark Discusses the Evolution of Technology in Higher Education at International Consumer Electronics Show (CES)

"Disruptive or Destructive?" tackles how technology is changing education in America

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Today at the 2012 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Andrew Clark, chief executive officer of Bridgepoint Education, Inc. (NYSE: BPI), will join fellow tech visionaries in higher education for a panel discussion titled "Innovation in Higher Education: Disruptive or Destructive?"

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The "Disruptive or Destructive?" session will also feature Gunnar Counselman of Fidelis, Inc., Rusty Greiff from Grockit, the LeCroy Center's Pamela Quinn, and moderator Michael B. Horn from the Innosight Institute. Convening in room N256 of the Las Vegas Convention Center's (LVCC) North Hall at 10:00 a.m., the session will look at technology versus tradition in higher education, exploring how advancements affect cost, quality, access and value.

All conference participants may attend "Innovation in Higher Education: Disruptive or Destructive?" (session #4438), and are also invited to visit Bridgepoint Education nearby at booth 3206 in the LVCC's North Hall where they can learn about and receive a hands-on demonstration of Bridgepoint's new Thuze learning software platform.

"Andrew Clark's place on 'Disruptive or Destructive?' will provide a meaningful contribution to the perception of innovation in higher education," stated Elizabeth Aguiar, vice president of learning resources & publishing at Bridgepoint Education. "Bridgepoint's success in online learning has meant a great deal to modern students, and we expect to continue this success with the introduction of the Thuze learning platform."

More information about CES is available at cesweb.org.

About Bridgepoint Education
Bridgepoint Education, Inc. (NYSE:BPI) improves the way individuals learn. By harnessing creativity, knowledge and proprietary technologies, such as Constellation, Thuze and Waypoint Outcomes, Bridgepoint Education has re-engineered the modern student experience with innovative solutions that advance learning. Its accredited institutions - Ashford University and University of the Rockies - embody the contemporary college experience. Ashford University offers associate's, bachelor's and master's degree programs while University of the Rockies offers master's and doctoral degree programs. Both provide progressive online platforms, as well as traditional campuses located in Clinton, Iowa (Ashford University), and Colorado Springs, Colorado (University of the Rockies). For more information about Bridgepoint Education, visit http://www.bridgepointeducation.com or call Shari Rodriguez, associate vice president of Public Relations, at 858.668.2580.

Contact: Shari Rodriguez, Associate Vice President of Public Relations
858.668.2580 - shari.rodriguez@bridgepointeducation.com

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Publishers Clearing House Acquires Liquid Wireless

Iconic sweepstakes brand marketer continues expansion across multiple channels with acquisition of leading mobile advertising platform

NEW YORK and PORTLAND, Maine, Jan. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Publishers Clearing House, America's leading multi-channel direct marketer and the premier digital destination for consumers who want to play and win, today announced the acquisition of Liquid Wireless, a Portland, Maine-based company specializing in mobile lead generation, media buying and analytics.  The company's mobile platform and services offering is a 360 degree approach to lead generation and customer acquisition.  Liquid Wireless not only creates and deploys mobile campaigns, the platform tracks activity from lead generation and click-through to post conversion sale and also auto-optimizes to ensure that campaigns are performing at the highest conversion rate.  One of the Company's core differentiators is that clients are only charged for leads, not the services it takes to build out a mobile campaign.

"The Liquid Wireless team has built technology and processes that are unmatched by most larger mobile technology companies," said Andy Goldberg, CEO of Publishers Clearing House.  "This enables Liquid Wireless to provide quality customer acquisition at a scale that has never been seen before on mobile. The business is a terrific complement to the multi-platform model that PCH has already created and continues to successfully execute on daily, delivering quality customer acquisition services to over 1000 marketers. We are excited to have them as part of the PCH family."   

Publishers Clearing House continues to focus on providing entertaining new ways for consumers to engage in play and win opportunities across its multiple platforms and channels, including online, social and mobile handheld devices as well its traditional offline direct mail.  PCH is unique amongst direct marketers in transitioning from offline to the digital channel.  After building successful online ecommerce and advertising businesses, with industry leading engagement metrics on the web, on email and on Facebook, the Company is aggressively moving to expand onto all mobile devices.  Liquid Wireless' revolutionary and proprietary mobile customer acquisition engine will help tap into the mobile engaged audience and provides a new market for existing and new PCH advertising clients.

"There are incredible cross-promotional opportunities between the two companies," said Jason Cianchette, President and Founder of Liquid Wireless.  "High response rates to PCH banner ads and landing pages will drive increased traffic to our existing offers, especially in the smart phone and tablet markets.  We will also be able to execute on significantly more powerful media buys with the financial backing of PCH.  The combined forces will make a great offering for our clients.  Our entire team has worked diligently to get to this point and we are proud to be the newest members of the Publishers Clearing House team," added Cianchette. 

One of Liquid Wireless' key strengths is a central focus on analytics and its tie-in to performance. Liquid Wireless back-end technologies are extendable to Publishers Clearing House and third parties as a potential service provider, which include ad server and campaign monitoring. By placing more than 1.4 billion ads on mobile devices each month, Liquid Wireless manages more than 4 million consumer visits across 15 mobile optimized websites.  The Company is an early adopter of OpenRTB (Real Time Bidding) and has a mobile optimized bidding engine.

The Liquid Wireless team will continue its growth in Portland, Maine while becoming an extension of the Publishers Clearing House digital advertising sales organization. 

About Publishers Clearing House
Headquartered in Port Washington, NY, Publishers Clearing House (PCH) is nationally famous for the sweepstakes it has used since 1967 to draw attention to its direct mail and online offers of merchandise and magazine subscriptions.  The Company's TV advertising features the iconic Prize Patrol van that annually delivers prizes worth millions of dollars to winners across the U. S.  In recent years the Company has built on its sweepstakes heritage to establish numerous online properties that offer new entertaining games, "Search and Win" opportunities and other free-to-play, chance-to-win content of interest to millions of consumers.  With 444 full-time employees, over 40% of the Company's profits go to trusts for the benefit of charities.

About PCH Digital
PCH Digital is the Web destination for Publishers Clearing House, a leading multi-channel direct marketer of value-based consumer products and magazines. The Company calls attention to its products and PlayandWin content by providing visitors with a chance to win valuable sweepstakes prizes including its current "$1 Million Every Year for Life" mega prize event. With more than 3.5 million new online registrants per year, over 8 million monthly unique visitors and a database of more than 14 million customers, PCH Digital is an attractive vehicle for advertisers seeking to reach a diverse group of consumers online. PCH's digital properties include pch.com, PCHSaveandWin.com, PCHSearchandWin.com, PCHLotto.com, PCHGames.com, Candystand.com and PCHOnlineSurveys.com along with access to mobile lead generation through its latest acquisition, Liquid Wireless. For more information about PCH Digital, visit http://www.pchonline.com. 

SOURCE  Publishers Clearing House

Publishers Clearing House

CONTACT: Patrick Wallace, +1-619-795-0598, patrick@larkinvolpatt.com

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

Come in From the Cold With Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy - Available for Pre-Order From Tesco Entertainment Online

LONDON, January 11, 2012/PRNewswire/ --

    Acclaimed film Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy is a great option for any movie buff
looking for great films to help get through those long winter nights. With six nominations
for the forthcoming London Critics' Circle awards you know that you are going to be
inspired or intrigued as well as entertained with this hefty dose of well-directed spy
drama. The DVD and Blu-ray editions are currently available for pre-order on Tesco
Entertainment Online [http://www.tescoentertainment.com ], priced at GBP12.97 and GBP16.97
respectively.

    Swedish director Tomas Alfredson has masterfully brought to life the well-known 1974
novel by John le Carre in just over two hours of espionage, intrigue and mystery. Forget
Bond, le Carre's skilfully created characters, influenced by his own experience during the
Cold War and as an MI6 agent, will keep you completely enthralled.

    And don't forget, if you pre-order Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy on DVD
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Blu-ray from Tesco Entertainment Online you will receive the movie on the day of release.
Our Pre-Order Price Promise also ensures that if the pre-order price differs from the
price on the day of release, Tesco Entertainment Online customers are guaranteed to pay
the lower price.

    Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy follows George Smiley's quest to stem a leak in the
British Secret Service. The former spy is on a mission to hunt down the mole behind a
string of recently failed missions, including the one which led to his retirement.
Smiley's task is to investigate his former colleagues at 'the circus' and uncover the
traitor. His probing into the past uncovers a great number of secrets and Smiley is soon
reminded of an old enemy, Karla. The Soviet spymaster is undoubtedly running the agent
responsible, but the question remains: who is leaking material to the Russians?

    The cinematography is captivating in its own right and the story loyally follows the
plot laid out in the classic novel by le Carre [http://www.johnlecarre.com ]. The
intensity of the book is captured in moments made believable by a star-studded cast
including Colin Firth, Gary Oldman, Benedict Cumberbatch, Tom Hardy, John Hurt, Toby
Jones, Mark Strong and Ciaran Hinds. Having topped the British box-office chart for three
consecutive weeks, Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy was praised by many critics and has been
nominated for a number of awards.

    Choose from thousands of DVDs, Blu-rays, CDs, MP3s, and games at Tesco Entertainment
Online and take home hours of amusement which you can enjoy time and again.

    About Tesco Entertainment Online:

    Tesco Entertainment Online (http://www.tescoentertainment.com) is the portal for
Tesco's wide selection of films, DVDs, Blu-rays, games and CDs. With exclusive deals,
great prices, free delivery across the UK, Clubcard points and outstanding service, Tesco
Entertainment Online is the best destination for all your entertainment needs.

Source: Tesco Entertainment Online

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