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Vimeo Expands Its Mobile Apps to Include Android and Windows Phone

Vimeo Soon To Be Available On Most Smartphones And Tablets

NEW YORK, Jan. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --Vimeo®, an operating business of IAC [NASDAQ: IACI], today announced its Apps for Android, Amazon Kindle Fire, and Windows Phone. The Apps are free to download from the Android Market, Amazon App Store for Android, and Windows Phone Marketplace.

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"With the widespread accessibility of high-quality video on mobile devices and high-speed mobile Internet access, people use their mobile devices not only to watch video but to shoot and then upload video to share online," said Joe Schmitt, lead mobile developer at Vimeo. "With mobile devices making up approximately 15 percent of our site traffic, we recognize the importance of expanding our platforms to allow people to access Vimeo from as many devices as possible."

Available today, both the Vimeo for Android and Vimeo for Windows Phone Apps enable users to browse and watch the full range of videos on Vimeo, in addition to the ability to like, comment on, or add videos to their Watch Later queue.  Personalized access to member's Inbox, Watch Later list or prior Liked videos is also available in the new beautiful, easy-to-use interfaces.

"Windows Phone is backed by a rich developer ecosystem that continues to build a variety apps and games, like Vimeo, that take advantage of the phone's unique features and design," said Todd Brix, senior director, Windows Phone Marketplace, Microsoft Corp. "The new Vimeo app on the Windows phone is a deeply integrated video experience that lets users shoot, upload and share content."

Android and Windows Phone Vimeo App Features:

    --  Free to download from the Android Market, Amazon App Store for Android,
        and Windows Phone Marketplace
    --  Compatible with all Android devices running Android version 2.3
        (Gingerbread) and above, Amazon Fire and Windows Phone devices running
        Windows Phone 7.5 (Mango) and above
    --  Easily upload your raw footage or previously edited creations in HD or
        SD
    --  Pause/resume uploads and get reminded when a video is paused
    --  Replace existing videos
    --  Edit titles, descriptions, tags, privacy settings, and credits
    --  Share videos via Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, WordPress, Email, and SMS
    --  Watch and manage all your Vimeo videos and download them to your camera
        roll
    --  Watch videos from your Vimeo Inbox, Watch Later queue, and videos you
        like
    --  Easily like videos, comment on videos, and add videos to your Watch
        Later queue
    --  Discover new and interesting videos curated by Vimeo Staff
    --  Add videos to Groups, Channels, and Albums
    --  Access stats on daily plays, likes, and comments
About Vimeo, LLC

Leading video sharing site Vimeo® provides the easiest way for people to host and share their videos in high quality. The site provides great privacy features and inspiring videos from a vibrant, respectful community of creative users who care about how and where they show their work. Launched in 2004 and headquartered in New York, NY, Vimeo offers users a video sharing experience that is both entertaining and easy to use. Vimeo is a 2010 & 2009 Time Magazine Top 50 Website. Vimeo, LLC is a subsidiary of IAC (NASDAQ: IACI).

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Fisher-Price® Kid-Tough® Portable DVR Puts Preschoolers' Favorite TV Shows in the Palm of Their Hands

New device enables parents to digitally record any content that comes from their home cable box or satellite system and take it on the go!

EAST AURORA, N.Y., Jan. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Watching TV shows on the go has never been easier for preschoolers, thanks to the Fisher-Price® Kid-Tough® Portable DVR. Even new TV episodes can be recorded for viewing on this cool, kid-friendly, hand-held device.

Recording TV shows is easier than finding the remote! It takes parents only a matter of minutes to simply attach the Kid-Tough Portable DVR to its base unit that is connected to their TV and set top box (DVR, cable box, satellite box, digital converter box) and they can record their children's favorite TV shows. Recording can even be programmed for up to 24 hours in advance of the show's air time.

The Portable DVR has easy-to-use, kid-friendly controls and contains a rechargeable battery for 4-6 hours of play time (the battery re-charges when the unit is docked).  The built-in memory accommodates up to 2 hours' worth of content. Families heading on a cross-country road trip can expand the memory and stock up on the latest TV episodes before they leave the driveway by purchasing an additional memory card for the micro SD card slot. This will help minimize the "are we there yet?" hollers from the back seat!

In addition, the device features a 3.5 inch touch-screen interface and a slick, high-end design that preschoolers will love, in either pink or blue.

The Kid-Tough Portable DVR will be available this summer at major retailers nationwide.

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CONTACT: Fisher-Price: Juliette Reashor, +1-716-687-3354,  juliette.reashor@fisher-price.com, or Amber Pietrobono, +1-716-687-8121, amber.pietrobono@fisher-price.com

Simple.TV Launches DVR for the Connected TV World

Brings live and recorded Network TV content to Roku and connected devices everywhere

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Simple.TV today launched the first DVR designed for the connected TV world at the 2012 Consumer Electronics Show. Bringing live and recorded TV to connected devices both inside and outside the home, Simple.TV turns the iPad, Roku box, Google TV, Boxee Box, or any web browser into a full-featured DVR that is accessible anywhere.

The Simple.TV DVR ($149) consists of a high-definition TV tuner that converts broadcast television into streaming MPEG-4 for the most popular connected devices. With the addition of a USB 2.0 hard drive or network-attached storage, Simple.TV users can store thousands of hours of their favorite TV shows and HDTV videos and watch them on their mobile devices or connected TVs. 

For the tens of millions of users with iPad, Roku, Boxee Box, Google TV and other popular streaming platforms, Simple.TV delivers a key missing ingredient: a full-featured DVR to record and playback live TV. And since the most popular TV shows are available on network or basic cable channels, Simple.TV also allows consumers to realize substantial savings on monthly cable TV fees.

"The Simple.TV DVR is the perfect product for people who want to get the best broadcast HDTV on their connected devices," said Mark Ely, CEO of Really Simple Software, Inc., makers of Simple.TV. "With its intuitive interface, easy set up, and low cost, Simple.TV is the perfect way to supplement the content consumers are watching on outlets such as Netflix and Hulu while giving them the flexibility to reduce their cable bills."

Unlike most DVRs, Simple.TV has no traditional analog or HDMI video outputs. Once connected to a home network, Simple.TV streams content directly to a web browser or to dedicated applications that users launch on their favorite connected platforms. For users who want expanded features, Simple.TV offers a Premier Service subscription ($4.99 per month) that adds an electronic program guide, automatic TV series recording, in-depth information on content, and unlimited remote streaming for up to five users. 

"In today's broadband home, one in five consumers turn to the DVR as their first choice for television programming," said Andy Tarczon, Founding Partner at TDG Research. "The Simple.TV DVR goes beyond just recording off-air broadcasts by allowing the consumer to stream their TV shows to a plethora of connected devices and smartphones."

Simple.TV will ship in the Spring of 2012.

About Simple.TV

Simple.TV's mission is to deliver great broadcast television to connected devices everywhere. Filling the content gap between over-the-top video and traditional broadcast TV, Simple.TV is the ideal device and application combo to record and watch the best television content whether you are at home or on the road. Simple.TV is designed by Really Simple Software, Inc. For more information about Simple.TV, visit http://www.simple.tv.

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Simple.TV

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MetroPCS and LG Mobile Bring Incredible Entertainment and Exceptional Value with Launch of New LG Connect 4G

LG Connect 4G Delivers Multitasking Magic with 1.2 GHz dual-core processor and 4G Connectivity on Nation's Only No Contract 4G LTE Provider

DALLAS, LAS VEGAS and SAN DIEGO, Jan. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- MetroPCS Communications, Inc. (NYSE: PCS) and LG Mobile today announced the latest addition to MetroPCS' 4G LTE-enabled smartphone line-up with the powerful LG Connect(TM) 4G. Available within the next month, LG Connect 4G is powered by Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) and is MetroPCS' first handset to feature a 1.2 GHz dual-core processor, giving consumers a powerful multi-tasking tool for their daily needs and entertainment. 

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"Our customers demand a stellar service and device experience and we're excited to provide another option that allows them to enjoy entertainment, handle business and stay connected at an incredible overall value," said Tom Keys, president and COO of MetroPCS. "We're committed to meeting our customers' changing needs and offering a full spectrum of handsets that fit every budget and lifestyle."

LG Connect 4G packs features and performance into a sleek, modern design that is big on style but not on bulk. Its brilliant 4-inch NOVA display with patented technology from LG, together with a Corning® Gorilla® Glass Screen Protector, provide consumers with unparalleled viewing pleasure and durability.  And with a 1.2 GHz dual-core processor and 720p HD video recording, the LG Connect 4G delivers a tremendously responsive user experience when browsing the web and capturing or viewing video. The phone's Dolby® Mobile feature offers a high quality sound experience for all stored music and users won't miss out on streaming all their favorite tunes thanks to the pre-loaded Rhapsody Unlimited Music service. LG Connect 4G is also equipped with a 5MP rear camera with flash and a front facing camera.

"LG Connect 4G provides MetroPCS customers with a fast and affordable 4G( )LTE device that delivers a powerful multimedia experience," said Tim O'Brien, vice president of marketing for LG Mobile. "LG Connect 4G users will never miss a beat while on-the-go and can create, share and view photos or images on one of the brightest displays on the market."

Consumers interested in LG Connect 4G can choose between MetroPCS' affordable smartphone plans of $50 and $60, taxes and regulatory fees included. Both plans feature unlimited talk, text and 4G LTE web browsing, with the $50 plan offering 1GB of multimedia streaming access (streaming video, audio and game content) and the $60 plan offering unlimited multimedia streaming access.

LG Connect 4G will be available in MetroPCS stores and online at http://www.metropcs.com within the next month.

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About MetroPCS Communications, Inc.

Dallas-based MetroPCS Communications, Inc. (NYSE: PCS) is a provider of no annual contract, unlimited wireless communications service for a flat-rate. MetroPCS is the fifth largest facilities-based wireless carrier in the United States based on number of subscribers served. With Metro USA(SM), MetroPCS customers can use their service in areas throughout the United States covering a population of over 280 million people. As of December 31, 2011, MetroPCS had over 9.3 million subscribers. For more information please visit http://www.metropcs.com.

About LG Electronics, Inc.

LG Electronics, Inc. (KSE: 066570.KS) is a global leader and technology innovator in consumer electronics, mobile communications and home appliances, employing more than 93,000 people working in over 120 operations around the world. With 2010 global sales of 55.8 trillion Korean won (USD 48.2 billion), LG comprises four business units - Home Entertainment, Mobile Communications, Home Appliance, and Air Conditioning & Energy Solutions. LG is one of the world's leading producers of flat panel TVs, mobile devices, air conditioners, washing machines, and refrigerators. LG has signed a long-term agreement to become both a Global Partner and a Technology Partner of Formula 1(TM). As part of this top-level association, LG acquires exclusive designations and marketing rights as the official consumer electronics, mobile phone and data processor of this global sporting event. For more information, please visit http://www.lg.com.

About LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company

The LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company is a leading global mobile communications and information company. With its cutting-edge technology and innovative design capabilities, LG creates handsets that provide an optimized mobile experience to customers around the world. LG is pursuing convergence technology and mobile computing products, while continuing its leadership role in mobile communication with stylish designs and smart technology. For more information, please visit http://www.lgmobilephones.com.

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CONTACT: Media Contacts, Drew R. Crowell, GolinHarris for MetroPCS, +1-972-341-2578, dcrowell@golinharris.com, or Erica Samadani, LG-One, +1-310-280-2456, erica.samadani@lg-one.com, or Investor Relations, Jim Mathias, Director Investor Relations, +1-214-570-4641, investor_relations@metropcs.com

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

Alpha Networks Launches Cloud-Based Multiscreen Digital Multimedia Products at the 2012 International CES

HSINCHU, Taiwan, Jan. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Alpha Networks Inc. (TAIEX: 3380), a global leader in the networking and multimedia DMS industry, is showcasing a series of cloud-based integrated product solutions for consumer electronics by combining the latest mobile communication and home networking technologies at the 2012 CES, the world's largest consumer technology tradeshow. Aimed to satisfy the growing demands for home entertainment in the cloud, Alpha Networks is creating a multiscreen application platform that combines home entertainment, home communications, home monitoring and home storage to enhance new user experience to the next level.

Home Entertainment:

Geared with the advantages of having access to the latest communication standards and superior engineering (hardware and software) development under the same roof, Alpha Networks is set to provide the most up-to-date home entertainment technologies to the world to make life at home more enjoyable and entertaining.

A. Android 3D Smart TV HD STB: Paired with the newest Android open platform and eye-catching 3D graphics, this device incorporates the latest DLNA standard to enable the ability of watching HDTV and browsing Over-The-Top (OTT) services such as YouTube, Netflix, Hulu Plus, Vudu, Facebook, Flickr, Google Weather, and many more on-line media services in the cloud, fulfilling user's high expectation of today's home entertaining products.

B. Cloud-based Multiscreen Integrated Solution: In a new era of multimedia technology, developing new user interfaces and interactive services are some of the main focus points for the Multimedia Research and Development team in Alpha Networks. Integrated with Smart TV STB, Alpha's multiscreen offering allows users to easily use smart phones and tablets such as iPhone, Android phone, iPad, or other smart mobile equipment to wirelessly control and enjoy media services in the cloud on multiscreen. With great technology breakthrough, Alpha Networks is also showcasing its complete integrated solution of PC and Smart TV STB, enabling interoperability and control of a PC from a Smart TV STB without any limitation on user experience.

C. Wi-Fi Direct/Wi-Fi Display Over-The-Top STB: Combining the latest Wi-Fi Direct wireless communication technology, users can project photos and videos from their mobile device directly onto the big screen TV, saving the efforts of using a home router, allowing users to easily share wonderful and diverse digital content with family and friends.

Home Communication:

To accommodate a high-quality home video system, Alpha Networks introduces several family communication products. These products provide unrestricted access to the Internet and high-speed transmission, so that uploading and downloading huge multimedia files can be completed in no time.

A. USB 3.0 Wireless Storage Router: Alpha Networks proudly presents the USB 3.0 Wireless Storage Router. The transfer speed of the new generation USB 3.0 is 10 times faster than USB 2.0, combining with its wireless dual-band concurrent bandwidth of 450Mbps+450Mbps, this router is capable of providing fast and uninterrupted streaming of high-definition video and audio within the house flawlessly.

B. 500 Mbps Power Line Communications (PLC): The all new cost-effective 500Mbps PLC adapter requires no new wires at home and solves the problem of network signal instability of transferring large video files. Designed with a small size, similar to a cigarette lighter, this adapter will once and for all answer the networking need for an elegant device at home.

C. 3G Femtocell: With millions of smart mobile devices and tablets sold globally each year, 3G Femtocell solves the problem of limited signal coverage and indoor capacity. Alpha Networks showcases its strong software and hardware development capabilities by demonstrating the high performance 3G Femtocell with interference management and other advanced Femto technologies to solve common deployment problems that Telecom carriers are facing today. Since the key communication software stacks are developed in-house, Alpha Networks can better help Telecom operators to optimize performance and ensure interoperability at local environments, making 3G Femtocell deployment as effortless as possible.

D. LTE Personal Mobile Router: Being light and portable, this 4th generation LTE router allows users to access network data, view multimedia, and go online wherever they are. The addition of this mobile router to the LTE product portfolio offering will effectively increase the penetration rate of 4G services to the public.

Home Monitoring:

Satisfying the need for different home surveillance systems, Alpha Networks offers a wide selection of IP-based home security cameras, ranging from entry-level to commercial-graded surveillance cameras with an easy configuration and sophisticated user interface. With complete integration of Smart TV STB and security videos recorded to home NAS, users can easily access home monitoring devices or videos from smart mobile equipment, giving a peace of mind for a user wherever he goes.

"With the increasingly convergence of mobile technologies and network applications, it accentuates our engineering strength and capability to develop innovative solutions in-house. In order to meet a customer's high expectation, we provide efficient yet flexible engineering services for product customization to greatly reduce time-to-market without sacrificing quality. Alpha Networks will continue to follow the trend of the digital home market and develop in the direction of providing solutions to all aspects and integration services. By combining cloud services and multimedia applications, Alpha Networks will create a diverse and convenient digital home environment for consumers," said Harrison Chang, President of Alpha Networks.

About Alpha Networks, Inc.

Alpha Networks, Inc., a global leader in the networking ODM/OEM industry, is a premier outsourcing partner of brand name networking companies, telecommunications firms, and service providers from around the world. The diverse portfolio of off-the-shelf and custom solutions leverage the full potential of current and next generation technologies, including: LAN/MAN, Broadband, Wireless, and Digital Multimedia. For more information about Alpha Networks, please visit http://www.alphanetworks.com.

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Alpha Networks, Inc.

CONTACT: Michelle Yeh of Alpha Networks Inc, +886-3-563-6666, Ext.6217, Email: Michelle_yeh@alphanetworks.com

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

Leader International Inc. Announces Affordable, High-Performance ICS Tablets at CES

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Leader International Inc., manufacturer of the "Impression" series of Android tablets, will announce 9.7- and 7-inch tablets running Android 4.0 at the 2012 International Consumer Electronics Show. The Impression 10A and Impression 7A tablets will debut at the Digital Experience! press event on Jan. 9, 2012, at the MGM Grand Hotel.  The tablets will be available at major retailers at the end of Q1 with MSRPs of $299 (I10A) and $179 (I7A).

Equipped with a powerful 1GHz NVIDIA Tegra 2 dual core ARM Cortex A9, the I10A runs Android 4.0 with Flash 10.3, and its 9.7-inch capacitive (5-point) widescreen IPS display delivers brilliant color, 1024x768 resolution and wide viewing angles. The I10A features 2.0MP front and back cameras and includes the Fring videoconference app.

The I7A features a 1Ghz processor and 512MB RAM, and runs Android 4.0 with Adobe Flash 10.3.  The tablet's seven-inch capacitive WSVGA display offers a 178-degree viewing angle and delivers 1024x600 resolution. Other features include a micro SD card slot with 16GB capacity and a mini HDMI port.

"Leader International has focused on the most popular tablet features and these new models provide the performance to support those," said Mr. Hai Hong Liao, founder of Leader International Inc. "Our tablets deliver market leading value and performance, enabling the entertainment and productivity apps people want."

About Leader International Inc.
Leader International Inc. is dedicated to delivering the products consumers demand, providing quality and performance beyond expectation. Leader International Inc.'s headquarters are in Pasadena, CA.

Learn more about Leader International Inc. products at: http://www.leaderinternationalinc.com

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Leader International Inc.

CONTACT: Ken Hagihara, +1-949-533-5447, ken@integritypr.net

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MetroPCS Reaches New Heights with Latest 4G LTE Android, the Samsung Galaxy Attain 4G

Attain Brings Improved Performance, Stellar Looks and Features to MetroPCS' Expanding 4G LTE Android Portfolio

DALLAS and LAS VEGAS, Jan. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- MetroPCS Communications, Inc. (NYSE: PCS) and Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile) today announced the Samsung Galaxy Attain(TM) 4G, a multi-tasking smartphone with the power of 4G LTE and the kind of flair to help consumers manage their busy lives -- without digging deep into their pocketbooks. Available online and in MetroPCS in the coming weeks, this mobile powerhouse is MetroPCS' latest addition to its 4G LTE Android(TM) handset lineup, with no annual contract and tax and regulatory-fee-inclusive service plans that start at just $50 per month.

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"We are committed to delivering the latest smartphones that fit our customers' needs and provide unmatched value with our 4G LTE service," said Tom Keys, MetroPCS president and chief operating officer. "We believe that the Galaxy Attain 4G fills a sweet spot within our growing 4G LTE portfolio, packing all of the Android features that consumers have come to expect and that allow them to do more."

The Galaxy Attain 4G, armed with a 1GHz processor, keeps consumers' lives moving forward and helps them stay in the loop. Powered with Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), it is designed to handle everything in consumers' day-to-day lives. Equipped with a 3MP rear camera with LED flash, users can capture and share photos quickly and easily. The 1.3MP front-facing camera and pre-loaded Google Talk application makes it simple to video chat face-to-face with loved ones on the device's 3.5" screen. In addition, users will be able to take advantage of the Android Market with quick access to more than 300,000 applications, games and tools.

"The Samsung Galaxy Attain 4G is designed to meet the needs of consumers who manage their lives on the go and we're excited to provide another feature-rich 4G LTE Android handset to MetroPCS and its customers," said Dale Sohn, president of Samsung Mobile. "Since the device is versatile, users can easily transition between personal and professional usage, with features that make the Galaxy Attain 4G the perfect 'everything' phone."

The Galaxy Attain 4G is available on MetroPCS' $50 and $60 smartphone plans, which include all applicable taxes and regulatory fees. On the $60 plan, consumers can choose between Rhapsody Unlimited Music or MetroSTUDIO(TM) to fulfill all of their entertainment needs - on top of unlimited talk, text and web. With Rhapsody Unlimited Music, music lovers can access more than 12 millions songs, within Rhapsody's extensive music library. With MetroSTUDIO, entertainment enthusiasts have access to rich multimedia content, including Video On Demand, providing instant access to the latest TV shows, news, sports and entertainment right from their phone. And to give customers even more entertainment options, MetroPCS recently added content from Disney/ABC Television Group and ESPN to MetroSTUDIO.

The Galaxy Attain 4G will be available for $199 plus tax, after a $50 mail-in rebate, for a limited time only. Consumers interested in purchasing the Galaxy Attain 4G can visit their local MetroPCS store or go online to purchase the phone and sign up for service.

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*4G used in connection with the Samsung Galaxy Attain(TM) 4G product refers to the fact that the Galaxy Attain is capable of operating on the MetroPCS 4G LTE network.

About MetroPCS Communications, Inc.

Dallas-based MetroPCS Communications, Inc. (NYSE: PCS) is a provider of no annual contract, unlimited wireless communications service for a flat-rate. MetroPCS is the fifth largest facilities-based wireless carrier in the United States based on number of subscribers served. With Metro USA(SM), MetroPCS customers can use their service in areas throughout the United States covering a population of over 280 million people. As of December 31, 2011, MetroPCS had over 9.3 million subscribers. For more information please visit http://www.metropcs.com.

About Samsung Telecommunications America

Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC, a Dallas-based subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., researches, develops and markets wireless handsets and telecommunications products throughout North America. For more information, please visit http://www.samsungwireless.com.

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2009 consolidated sales of US$116.8 billion. Employing approximately 188,000 people in 185 offices across 65 countries, the company consists of eight independently operated business units: Visual Display, Mobile Communications, Telecommunication Systems, Digital Appliances, IT Solutions, Digital Imaging, Semiconductor and LCD. Recognized as one of the fastest growing global brands, Samsung Electronics is a leading producer of digital TVs, memory chips, mobile phones and TFT-LCDs. For more information, please visit http://www.samsung.com.

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CONTACT: Media Contacts, Drew R. Crowell, GolinHarris for MetroPCS, +1-972-341-2578, dcrowell@golinharris.com, or Jessica Redman, MWW Group for Samsung Mobile, +1-214-414-3323, jredman@mww.com, or Investor Relations, Jim Mathias, Director, Investor Relations, +1-214-570-4641, investor_relations@metropcs.com

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

The New Altec Lansing Live 5000 Wi-Fi Speaker Integrates Life and Music Like Never Before

Introducing Altec Lansing LIVE Wi-Fi Music System, a New Music Entertainment Ecosystem

SAN DIEGO, Jan. 9,( )2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, audio innovator Altec Lansing released the LIVE 5000(TM) (MN5000), a Wi-Fi all-in-one speaker that is poised to set the standard for audio versatility, allowing users to listen to and control cloud content and their own personal music libraries from a wide range of devices. This flexible unit is ideal for the user who wants to invite amazing audio into any room of the house, whether enjoying personal time in the kitchen or hosting a whole-house party.

The first product in an exciting new music entertainment ecosystem, the LIVE 5000 connects to a consumer's existing home Wi-Fi network, is controllable from iOS, Android and Desktop applications and delivers music from the Internet's most popular content providers. Through multiple rooms and multiple controllers, users are treated to the amazing sound quality that is a hallmark of Altec Lansing.

"Now more than ever, there are so many different ways to experience the music we love, and it doesn't matter if it's from the cloud, from our individual libraries or even from our friends' phones. Whether it's for personal listening or for a party, the LIVE 5000 is the device that brings your music mosaic and lifestyle together in complete harmony," said Brendon Stead, Co-President, Altec Lansing.

Boundless Sound
The significance of the new LIVE 5000 Wi-Fi speaker lies within its versatility and its multi-room, multi-platform operation. Now, users of a myriad of handheld devices are able to stream and control content from their existing 802.11 b/g/n wireless network to any room in the house. Truly an audio solution for the whole home, users are able to stream different music to different rooms or the same music to multiple rooms by linking LIVE 5000 units. What's more, the free Android, iOS and Desktop LIVE Controller apps allow everyone in the family to hold a potential controller in their hands. LIVE 5000 users have access to a universe of music, transforming the home environment into a perfectly synchronized opera house or a multi-stage music festival.

The free Altec Lansing LIVE Controller app gives users the ability to browse local and online media sources, and to manage account data for online music sources. Adding a new collective component to any occasion, the LIVE 5000 lets multiple users manage a queue of music and decide what's playing now, what's playing next and add media to playlists from their control devices, while everyone can see the information about the play queue. And when friends and family join the system by downloading the app and connecting to your wireless network, the possibilities for sharing and discovering new music are boundless.

Designed for Impressive Sound Quality
Altec Lansing has a deep heritage in audio excellence, with 75 years of enriching lives with sound. The new LIVE 5000 has been engineered from quality components to provide the most punch in an attractive form factor. Behind the deep aluminum accents, the unique curvature of the unit goes beyond aesthetics with non-parallel walls that prevent the cross-cancellation of sound waves and produces more natural sound. The result of this distinctive design is amazing clarity with minimal loss throughout the entire tonal range. The structure of the unit is fortified thoroughly to prevent distortion and vibration, so music is reproduced with natural highs and thunderous lows. Intelligent digital signal processing promises lower bass response, widens the sound field and tames high frequencies.

The internal components of the LIVE 5000 are a testament to Altec Lansing's high-end audio prowess. Driven by a tri-amp system, the two 3-inch mid-range drivers constructed of super strong Kevlar, deliver true vocals and mid-tones with minimal distortion. The neodymium soft-dome tweeters promise higher sensitivity without ear fatigue and a smaller footprint. The long-throw 4-inch subwoofer and passive radiator are specifically designed for punchy bass reproduction. The LIVE 5000 is voiced to produce the best frequency response, group delay and tone quality to faithfully reproduce any program material.

Availability and Pricing
The LIVE 5000 Wi-Fi speaker will be available in early summer 2012 at http://www.alteclansing.com and select retailers worldwide. MSRP is $499.95.

The Altec Lansing LIVE Controller apps for iOS, Android, and Desktop are available for free download from the Apple App Store, the Android Marketplace and Altec Lansing's website respectively.

For a demonstration of the Altec Lansing LIVE 5000 Wi-Fi speaker, please visit us at the 2012 International CES at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Booth #20621, South Hall 1.

About Altec Lansing
Celebrating 75 years of audio excellence and innovation, Altec Lansing is recognized for setting new standards in product design and performance with industry firsts including the first "talkie" film speakers, the first set of desktop computer speakers and the first iPod docking station. Altec Lansing continues to be the first choice for music enthusiasts and audiophiles alike with exceptional audio solutions for the home, on the go, and personal enjoyment. To learn more about Altec Lansing's unique history and discover the complete line of audio products, visit http://www.alteclansing.com.

Connect with the Altec Lansing team on the following social media sites:

http://www.facebook.com/AltecLansingOfficial
http://twitter.com/AltecLansing
http://www.flickr.com/AltecLansingOfficial
http://www.youtube.com/AltecLIVE

SOURCE  Altec Lansing

Altec Lansing

CONTACT: Robin Theis, MWW Group, +1-212-827-3778, rtheis@mww.com, or Anita Habeich, Altec Lansing, +1-858-210-7463, Anita.habeich@alteclansing.com

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

Viamente Launches Self-Provisioning Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) for Routing Optimization

MILAN, January 9, 2012/PRNewswire/ --

    Small and Medium Fleets are served. Viamente [http://www.viamente.com ], the easiest
Fleet Route Planner ever, brings to the Routing Optimization industry the same disruptive
innovation that has revolutionized CRM: Self-Provisioning SaaS.

    Historically, small and medium businesses rarely adopted Routing Optimization tools
because of excessive complexity and inaccessible prices. Thanks to the technological
revolution of Location Intelligence, Viamente fills the gap with an intuitive and self
learning tool designed to help small Fleets grow
[http://support.viamente.com/customer/portal/articles/299776-viamente-small-fleets-grow- ].

    Multiple addresses in complex road networks, limited and expensive resources,
demanding customers and time constraints call for a Routing Optimization solution which
must be not only smart and efficient, but quick and easy to set up.

    With the full-featured Free Trial and the simplified Pay-As-You-Go model launched
today, Viamente meets this previously unmet demand by removing the barrier of upfront
investment. Mobile Enterprises can now experience the creation of better Mobile Workforce
utilization and Logistics Efficiency from the very first moment they access the Viamente
Route Planner.

    Field Service Team Leaders and Transport Fleet Managers gain the opportunity to
implement Smart Dispatching in minutes: with just a few clicks, Work Orders are assigned
automatically to Drivers and Technicians, in compliance with all logistic constraints and
customers' expectations. The optimized Route Plans can be sent directly to GPS devices and
Smartphones and result in better Service Level and lower Operating Expenditures.

    About Viamente

    Viamente s.r.l. is a privately-held Italian company that develops and markets
worldwide innovative online technology for Vehicle Routing Optimization. Feeding a full
set of proprietary algorithms with accurate and up-to-date digital map data, Viamente
calculates the optimized Route Plans for the user's Vehicles and suggests the smartest
assignments, scheduled stop sequences and turn-by-turn driving directions that minimize
the overall operating expenditures while maximizing the service level and complying with
all the logistic constraints. Viamente's cloud-based services include an intuitive web
application called Viamente Route Planner and an API to access the underlying Viamente
Routing Engine.

   
    Media Contact
    Riccardo Bocci
    +46-769054298
    riccardo.bocci@viamente.com

    RELATED LINKS: http://www.viamente.com

Source: Viamente srl

Cinram and Mobovivo Announce Entertainment App Platform Partnership

Cinram and 1K Studios to layer in Mobovivo video app platform to network and studio offerings

TORONTO, Jan. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ - Cinram International Income Fund ("Cinram"
or the "Fund") (TSX: CRW.UN), is pleased to announce a strategic
partnership between its Digital Media subsidiary, 1K Studios and
Mobovivo, a leading provider of Social TV technology to producers,
distributors, networks, and film studios.

"The Mobovivo partnership is the next step in our strategy of providing
a single source, end-to-end distribution and marketing solution for new
and existing clients," says Ben Higgins, Senior Vice President,
Business Development and Innovation for Cinram. "The focus of our
combined capabilities is to expand our digital delivery to all devices,
from the living room television to the smart phone, or tablet."  

Mobovivo apps enable producers and broadcasters to market and monetize
premium quality video across multiple platforms and on all screens. The
apps includes a branded interface, an online digital locker for easy
content access, digital rights management, 'watch later' capabilities,
in-app promotions, leading-edge second screen technology, and a rich
social media experience that heightens the viewer's connection to
content.

"Mobovivo's platform and team perfectly complement the strong creative
strengths of 1K Studios and the backend digital supply chain management
solutions of Cinram," said Trevor Doerksen, founder and CEO of
Mobovivo. "Our partnership will deliver game-changing services and
technology built on extensive industry knowledge and deep relationships
with television networks and Hollywood studios."

Cinram has been steadily growing its Digital Media division over 2011 to
support the advancing needs of the industry. This partnership will
further enhance Cinram's existing media solutions for entertainment
content owners, positioning the company to support the growing needs of
their clients.

About Cinram

Cinram International Inc., an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of the
Fund, is one of the world's largest providers of multimedia products
and related logistics services. With facilities in North America and
Europe, Cinram International Inc. manufactures and distributes
pre-recorded DVDs, Blu-ray Discs, audio CDs, CD-ROMs and digital
content for motion picture studios, music labels, publishers and
computer software companies around the world. Cinram also provides
distribution and logistics services to the telecommunications industry
in North America through its wireless subsidiaries. The Cinram group of
companies now also incorporates 1K Studios, a digital media firm based
in Los Angeles specializing in building enhanced consumer experiences
for movies, TV shows, music, books and games. The Fund's units are
listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol CRW.UN. For more
information, visit http://www.cinram.com.

About 1K Studios

Based in Los Angeles, 1K Studios has been helping clients develop and
market the world's most popular entertainment, media, software and
consumer electronic products for 14 years. The company is dedicated to
creating engaging and innovative experiences through the collaborative
work of artists, filmmakers, technologists and other visionaries.

About Mobovivo

Mobovivo is a software company that enables producers, broadcasters and
media companies to distribute and market branded video apps for a range
of devices. Our proprietary white label video distribution platform
gives content owners the power to expand audiences and gain deep
insights into viewer engagement that drive revenue from video
distribution. Visit Mobovivo.com or follow @Mobovivo

Certain statements included in this release constitute "forward-looking
statements" within the meaning of applicable securities laws.  Such
forward-looking statements include statements concerning the possible
effects of the transactions described herein, and the likelihood of
their successful completion. Such forward-looking statements involve
known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may
cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the Fund, or
results of the multimedia duplication/ replication industry, to be
materially different from any future results, performance or
achievements expressed or implied by such forward looking statements.
Such factors include, among others, the following: the Fund's ability
to retain major customers; general economic and business conditions,
which will, among other things, impact the demand for the Fund's
products and services; multimedia replication industry conditions and
capacity; the ability of the Fund to implement its business strategy;
the Fund's ability to invest successfully in new technologies and other
factors which are described in the Fund's filings with the securities
commissions. These risks may affect the achievement of the expected results of the
transactions described herein. There can be no assurance that the said
transactions will be successfully completed or that, if completed, the
expected consequences will result in whole or in part, and the
deviations from such expectations may be material.

SOURCE  Cinram International Income Fund

Cinram International Income Fund

CONTACT:  Cinram International Inc.
John H. Bell
Tel: 416.332.2902
Email: johnbell@cinram.com  Mobovivo
Scott Valentine
Tel: 403.472.5446
scott@Mobovivo.com

Parrot 'AR.Drone 2.0': High-Definition Excitement!

At CES Las Vegas 2012, Parrot, a global leader in wireless devices for mobile phones, reveals the AR.Drone 2.0, the new generation of its renowned high-tech quadricopter that can be controlled by Wi-Fi using a smartphone or tablet(1).

With a new high-definition camera, video recording, flight data sharing, new piloting mode, increased stability and brand-new look, the AR.Drone 2.0 offers an experience like no other!

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

A flying HD camera

While in flight, the Parrot AR.Drone 2.0's front camera transmits real-time what the quadricopter sees onto the pilot's device screen.

For the first time the AR.Drone 2.0 camera, with a 1280x720 resolution, shows a view from the sky in high definition with smooth and unbelievable images.

The pilot enjoys an experience like never before, as if he was on board. For gaming purposes, this camera also can recognize specific shapes and colors to show augmented-reality elements on the smartphone's screen.

Record and share flying experiences

Thanks to the new AR.FreeFlight 2.0 piloting application, players can record their own HD videos and watch them or share them with the AR.Drone community.

Parrot

CONTACT: CONTACT: Vanessa Loury, +33 (0)1 48 03 60 58, +33 (0) 6 86 56 81 33, vanessa.loury@parrot.com or Fabien Laxague, +33 (0)1 48 03 89 83, +33 (0) 6 80 90 97 59, fabien.laxague@parrot.com, both of Parrot; Tim Wieland of Airfoil PR for Parrot, +1-248-304-1414, parrot@airfoilpr.com

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

Expand Your TV Entertainment

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- So, your New Year's promise was to get off the couch more? Why not spend time in front of your TV more effectively, getting more entertainment instead? Today, Opera launched the Opera TV Store, a complete HTML5-based store solution for connected TVs, now available for OEMs, developers and content providers who can easily reach millions of app-hungry users.

The Opera TV Store gives you a completely different way to experience TV. By introducing easily navigated HTML5 apps such as Facebook or Vimeo to your living room, it expands your TV entertainment options. The Opera TV Store is optimized for HD Ready screens and standard remote controls, so all you need is to relax and choose one from many of the cool apps including video, games and news.

"We had a simple idea that, in order to bring apps to the world of TV in a huge way, you need to provide users with a lean-back web experience and developers, content providers and manufacturers with the most convenient, cross-platform technology," said Lars Boilesen, CEO, Opera Software. "With the Opera TV Store we've done it, and given the world of TV more possibilities and entertainment options at the same time."

TV apps made easy

Are you developing apps for phones or tablets? The Opera TV Store is the next big thing for you. Use our convenient developer tools to create your killer cross-platform TV app and reach millions of users around the world. With the Opera TV Emulator and the Opera Dragonfly tool you can create and test your TV app without leaving your computer. To get started, find useful articles and tutorials specific to TV development at http://dev.opera.com/tv.

Harness the power of TV apps

The Opera TV Store can be installed by OEMs on any set-top box, Blu-ray player or HD Ready TV. Manufacturers can easily harness the power of TV apps on any device running the Opera Devices SDK. Also, with a selection of high-quality, TV-optimized web apps offered within Opera TV Store, OEMs can rest assured that their users will get the best possible experience, without having to worry about the content themselves.

You can test-drive the Opera TV Store right now using the Opera TV Emulator. Experience for yourself how easy it is for users to navigate, install and launch TV-optimized applications from our catalog. Visit the developer portal for the Opera TV Store at http://www.opera.com/business/tv/store/.

The Opera TV Store is available for OEMs and content providers and will be shown at CES in Las Vegas. For more information, or to arrange a meeting, contact Thomas Ford, email: thomfo@opera.com, mobile: +1 310 739 6555.

About Opera Software ASA

The worldwide World Wide Web -- any device, any platform, any bandwidth, absolutely anywhere in the world. Opera Software was founded in 1994, based on the idea that access to the Web should be a universal right. 220 million people (and counting) use the Opera web browsers for computers, mobile phones, TVs and other connected devices. Opera also delivers tools, distribution, engagement, monetization and market insights to developers, publishers and brands around the world. We are passionate about breaking down barriers, so everyone can share in the power of the Internet. Our vision of one Web for all remains at the heart of what we do, because we believe that participation changes everything. Opera Software ASA is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol OPERA. Learn more about Opera at http://www.opera.com.

SOURCE  Opera Software

Opera Software

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

RightSmile, Inc. Confirms Reverse Merger Plans with BG Medical Technologies, Inc.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Jan. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- RightSmile, Inc. (Pink Sheets: RIGH) confirms reverse merger plans with BG Medical Technologies, Inc., parent company of popular medical cannabis portal, BudGenius.com.

RightSmile entered into merger discussions in October 2011.  Since this time BG Medical has worked to complete an ongoing due diligence study of the public entity and market conditions. Throughout December, RightSmile complied with requests and obligations to prepare the public entity for completion of the merger along with formal exit of the RightSmile management team. Full requirements have now been met to the satisfaction of both companies. Final state and corporate filings in Florida and Nevada are progressing for the respective companies. BG Medical Technologies expects to complete the merger January 18th, 2012. Name change and symbol change requests are to be filed shortly thereafter.

BudGenius.com has served over 240 caregivers for cannabis testing services in California, and provides safety verification and location services for over 2000 patients daily. The company expects to double businesses served and to increase user traffic to over 10,000 visitors daily by mid 2012.  Advertising revenue and consumer loyalty programs are being added in Q1, expecting to increase overall revenue 300% by mid-year.

BG Medical Technologies serves its patient community through analysis of responses collected by the BudGenius.com portal in a method similar to traditional scientific trials by harnessing the power of the social Internet.  These responses seek to evaluate treatment effectiveness of specific chemical ratios present within the many varieties of cannabis medicine. The resultant data is utilized by BudGenius.com to help guide patients with specific ailments to cannabis medicine varietals that have been evaluated to have a higher probability of favorable treatment.

Services will be expanded throughout 2012 to include diagnostic-support and treatment-monitoring solutions related to cannabis and herbal remedies. These will be introduced as packaged programs to physicians and qualified naturopaths. A program to formulate patient-specific neutraceutical supplements is also underway, and is expected to be introduced by year's end. Supplements will include cannabis and non-cannabis related herbal compounds.

BG Medical Technologies is committed to providing options to patients seeking alternative and supplement treatment to traditional pharmaceutical therapy for critical ailments and general wellness.

None of the statements above made above have been evaluated by the FDA. Furthermore, none of the statements written should be construed as dispensing medical advice or making claims regarding the cure of diseases. Patients should consult a licensed health care professional before starting any supplement or medical program.

The foregoing press announcement contains forward-looking statements that can be identified by such terminology such as "believes," "expects," "potential," "plans," "suggests," "may," "should," "could," "intends," or similar expressions. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such statements. In particular, management's expectations could be affected by, among other things, uncertainties relating to our success in completing acquisitions, financing our operations, entering into strategic partnerships, engaging management and other matters disclosed by us in our public filings from time to time. Forward-looking statements speak only as to the date they are made. The Company does not undertake to update forward-looking statements to reflect circumstances or events that occur after the date the forward-looking statements are made.

Contact:
Randy Schneider
561-404-4895

SOURCE  RightSmile, Inc.

RightSmile, Inc.

Spreadtrum Introduces Single-Chip MultiMode TD-LTE/TD-SCDMA/GSM Baseband Modem at CES 2012

Highly Integrated TD-LTE Platform Places Spreadtrum at Forefront of 4G Evolution in China

SHANGHAI, Jan. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- Spreadtrum Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPRD; "Spreadtrum" or the "Company" ), a leading fabless semiconductor provider in China with advanced technology in 2G, 3G and 4G wireless communications standards, today introduced its first TD-LTE baseband modem, the SC9610. Designed with 40nm CMOS silicon, the SC9610 integrates multiple communication standards into a single-chip design, including multiband TD-LTE and TD-SCDMA and quad-band EDGE/GPRS/GSM. The SC9610, which now expands Spreadtrum's product portfolio to 4G standards, is sampling with customers who are evaluating the chip for use in high end smartphone and datacard designs.

"Our single-chip multi-mode TD-LTE solution is a highly integrated platform specifically designed for the communication standards in use in China," said Dr. Leo Li, Spreadtrum's president and CEO. "We are launching our solution as China Mobile begins more extensive trials domestically. The depth of experience we bring in TD-SCDMA products, combined with our early leadership in China's 4G network evolution, positions Spreadtrum as a long-term leading provider of multimode baseband solutions."

TD-LTE or "Time-Division Long-Term Evolution" is a 4G standard and the evolution path from 3G TD-SCDMA for China Mobile, China's largest domestic operator with more than 640 million total subscribers and an expected 50 million 3G subscribers as of the end of 2011. China Mobile has begun trials and network investment in TD-LTE and will continue to do so until commercial licenses are granted by the China government, which has also required that TD-LTE handsets be backward compatible with TD-SCDMA. Spreadtrum's leadership in the TD-SCDMA market and the maturity of its multimode technology for TD-SCDMA/EDGE/GPRS/GSM ensures strong performance across both TD-LTE and TD-SCDMA communications standards while the single-chip multi-mode design enables a more seamless handover experience than multi-chip solutions.

Spreadtrum's SC9610 supports multiple bands, achieves downlink speeds of 100 Mbps and uplink speeds of 50 Mbps and supports 5, 10, 15 and 20 MHz channels and 2x2 MIMO. The SC9610 is currently progressing through field trials in China in tandem with customer design-in activities.

About Spreadtrum Communications, Inc.

Spreadtrum Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPRD; "Spreadtrum") is a fabless semiconductor company that develops baseband and RF processor solutions for the wireless communications market. Spreadtrum combines its semiconductor design expertise with its software development capabilities to deliver highly integrated baseband processors with multimedia functionality and power management. Spreadtrum has developed solutions based on an open development platform, enabling its customers to develop customized wireless products that are feature-rich to meet their cost and time-to-market requirements. For more information, visit http://www.spreadtrum.com.

SPREADTRUM SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT:

This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements regarding customers' use of SC9610 in high end smartphone and datacard designs, Spreadtrum's position as a long-term leading provider of multimode baseband solutions, the expectation on China Mobile's 3G subscribers to be 50 million as of the end of 2011, China Mobile's continuous investment in TD-LTE until commercial licenses are granted by the China government, and Spreadtrum's ability to ensure strong performance across both TD-LTE and TD-SCDMA communications standards. The Company uses words like "believe," "anticipate," "intend," "estimate," "expect," "project" and similar expressions to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these words. These statements are forward-looking in nature and involve risks and uncertainties that may cause actual market trends and the Company's actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in these forward-looking statements for a variety of reasons. Potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the pace of commercial deployment of SC9610, market acceptance of SC9610, continuing competitive pressure in the semiconductor industry and the effect of such pressure on prices; unpredictable changes in technology and consumer demand for mobile phones; the rate at which the commercial deployment of TD-LTE/TD-SCDMA and EDGE/GSM/GPRS technology will grow; the state of and any change in the Company's relationship with its major customers; and changes in political, economic, legal and social conditions in China. For additional discussion of these risks and uncertainties and other factors, please consider the information contained in the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") and the annual report on Form 20-F filed on April 6, 2011, as amended, especially the section under "Risk Factors" and such other documents that the Company may file with the SEC from time to time, including on Form 6-K. The Company assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements, which apply only as of the date of this press release, and does not intend to update any forward-looking statement whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise except as required by law.

SOURCE  Spreadtrum Communications, Inc.

Spreadtrum Communications, Inc.

CONTACT: Diana Jovin of Spreadtrum at ir@spreadtrum.com or +1 650-308-8148

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

Parrot ASTEROID: A Range of Connected Solutions for the Car

By adapting Android(TM) for use in-vehicle for the first time ever, Parrot has created a platform for developing Internet-connected products: Parrot ASTEROID.

At the 2012 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Parrot unveils three connected solutions for cars based on its ASTEROID platform and running on Android Operating System: Parrot ASTEROID CK, Parrot ASTEROID NAV and Parrot ASTEROID 2DIN.

These projects, which will be released in 2012, illustrate once again Parrot's technological savoir-faire and strengthen the company's position as a key player for in-vehicle voice-recognition and infotainment solutions.

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

Parrot ASTEROID platform: Android((TM)) for the car

Boosted by the development of smartphones, mobile Internet is experiencing exponential growth, and mobile web users have an affinity for Android((TM)): 26 percent of mobile phones sold worldwide are smartphones(1), and 52.5 percent of them run on the Android((TM)) OS.

Having anticipated customer demand, Parrot has spent three years working to adapt Android((TM)) to the car environment in order to create the ASTEROID platform.

Open-source, upgradable and multiplatform-compatible, Android((TM)) is a perfect fit within the Parrot product line.

Parrot ASTEROID platform: when the car is connected to Internet

Unveiled at the 2011 CES with the Parrot ASTEROID car radio, intended for after-market use, and the FC6100 module, intended for OEM products(2), the ASTEROID platform brought Android((TM)) into the car for the first time offering:

-  Advanced hands-free phone features (simultaneous connection of two phones, automatic phonebook synchronization, voice recognition, noise reduction, echo canceling);

-  Internet service via access to the 3G network (using a 3G key or tethering from a mobile phone) and connection to a GPS antenna;

-  Music played from various sources, such as: iDevices, USB key, MP3 player, SD card or from a device equipped with Bluetooth® A2DP;

-  Voice-recognition suitable for searching music files;

-  Compatibility with all brands of Bluetooth® mobile phones on the market;

New solutions and technologies will become available to round out the existing features enhancing user experience and product connectivity even further.

New Aftermarket solutions

    --  Parrot ASTEROID CK: Telephony, Music and Internet
Parrot

CONTACT: CONTACT: Vanessa Loury, +33 (0)1 48 03 60 58, +33 (0) 6 86 56 81 33, vanessa.loury@parrot.com or Fabien Laxague, +33 (0)1 48 03 89 83, +33 (0) 6 80 90 97 59, fabien.laxague@parrot.com, both of Parrot; Angela Leon, +1-248-304-1445, leon@airfoilpr.com or Tim Wieland, +1-248-304-1414, wieland@airfoilpr.com, both of Airfoil PR for Parrot

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

Iomega Announces New StorCenter ix2 Network Storage --  Ideal for Content Sharing, Data Protection and Video Surveillance for Small Businesses, Distributed Enterprises and Others

Diskless, Partially Populated and Fully Populated Models Developed on Enterprise-Class EMC Storage Technology Give SMBs and Others Flexible Network Storage To Meet Today's Business Needs

SAN DIEGO, Jan. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Iomega Corporation, an EMC company (NYSE: EMC) and a leading innovator in data storage solutions for small and medium businesses (SMBs), today announced the new Iomega® StorCenter(TM) ix2 Network Storage,  an advanced two-bay desktop network storage device available in multiple configurations and designed specifically for content sharing and data protection as well as cloud computing and video surveillance applications at small businesses, work groups, remote offices and distributed enterprises.

Based on enterprise-class EMC® storage technology, the new Iomega StorCenter ix2 provides up to 6TB* of network storage for small and medium-sized business networks and distributed or remote locations utilizing PC, Mac and Linux computers.  The new StorCenter ix2 encompasses many advanced business capabilities usually not available to smaller organizations, including out-of-the-box video surveillance capabilities for up to five IP camera installations.  Users can also utilize their choice of cloud backup capability with Mozy, Amazon S3 and EMC Atmos-enabled cloud backup services offered by service providers, as well as Iomega's revolutionary Personal Cloud technology featuring unparalleled simplicity and versatility for data sharing and protection without any monthly fees or service costs.

"Affordable network storage for small businesses, distributed enterprises and others that effectively balances of ease-of-use in data management with advanced capabilities such as Cloud computing, virtual desktop deployments and video surveillance is the hallmark of the new StorCenter ix2," said Jonathan Huberman, president of Iomega Corporation.  "Our objective at Iomega is to bring the advantages and capabilities of network storage solutions with enterprise-level applications to small and mid-sized businesses in professional services and manufacturing as well as distributed enterprises in retail, banking and other vertical industries.  The new StorCenter ix2 is exactly that kind of network storage solution - rich in versatile features and business capabilities and the first of several advanced Iomega network storage solutions coming in 2012."

Configurations of the new Iomega StorCenter ix2 Network Storage

The new two-bay Iomega StorCenter ix2 Network Storage offers small businesses and others the flexible advantages of three different models: a diskless unit that allows users and channel partners the option to populate the device according to their specific storage needs and pricing preferences, especially in this time of hard disk drive shortages due to the Thailand flooding; a partially populated unit with one drive (1TB, 2TB or 3TB of total storage capacity) that gives users the freedom of choice to increase their storage capacity over time; and a fully populated unit with two drives (2TB, 4TB or 6TB of total storage capacity) for immediate RAID mirroring data protection and other multi-drive network storage capabilities.

All three configurations of the new Iomega StorCenter ix2 Network Storage - partially populated, fully populated and diskless - are expected to be available worldwide in February.

Setup and Capabilities of the New StorCenter ix2 Network Storage

Designed for central storage and backup of business files with an array of advanced features, the compact two-drive StorCenter ix2 uses a CD-less setup process with downloaded software that has the unit up and running  in a matter of minutes.  Web interface accessible in 17 supported languages, the StorCenter ix2 NAS utilizes the acclaimed EMC LifeLine(TM) software, a fully-developed Linux operating environment that incorporates select EMC world class storage technologies typically available only for enterprise-level customers.

Depending upon the configuration - partially-populated or fully populated - the StorCenter ix2 offers numerous data serving and protection capabilities and advanced enterprise features, including:

    --  RAID 1 (mirrored) data protection with a fully-populated two-drive
        configuration.
    --  User replaceable hard drives for business continuity and disaster
        recovery.
    --  Automatic setup of Iomega QuikProtect backup software for simplified PC
        and Mac computer backups.
    --  Iomega Personal Cloud for the most economical way to protect, share and
        access your data from anywhere in the world (Internet access required).
    --  Video surveillance IP camera support out of the box. (See below for more
        details.)
    --  Iomega Link for iOS devices provides a convenient remote iPhone and iPad
        connection to your data.
    --  VMware® and XenServer(TM) certified for virtual desktop
        implementations.
    --  Easy to setup device-to-device data replication with two Iomega
        StorCenter units.
    --  Expandability of storage capacity by connecting external USB hard
        drives.
    --  Native Time Machine® support for use with Apple® Mac backup.
    --  iSCSI target provides block-level access for most efficient storage
        utilization.
    --  Folder quotas, Windows Active Directory Service and more.
The Value of Video Surveillance Capabilities with the StorCenter ix2

Video surveillance of a location's interior and/or exterior premises is an absolute business requirement for many organizations today, be it a single stand alone business or a distributed enterprise with multiple locations.  In contrast to the limitations of the standard DVR approach to video surveillance, the StorCenter ix2 brings the economic advantages of always-on and accessible network storage for small camera count installations.

The StorCenter ix2 has built-in support for up to five UPnP (universal plug and play) network cameras by Axis®, Bosch® or Panasonic®.   IP security cameras can capture and store video directly to the StorCenter ix2 without the need of a dedicated PC, allowing users fast playback of video surveillance footage and live-view camera support.

The StorCenter ix2 encodes video as MPEG-4. Users can set up their stored video files to delete after a schedule date or file size limit.  The StorCenter ix2 also includes the embedded Axis Video Hosting Service (AVHS) for local to hosted cloud-based management of video cameras and storage of surveillance content. Users also have the option to utilize the downloadable MindTree® SecureMind video service management software. (One camera license with MindTree SecureMind is included free of charge; additional licenses available for purchase.)

Availability

All of the new Iomega® StorCenter(TM) ix2 Network Storage models are expected to be available worldwide in February 2012.  Pricing starts at $199.99 for the diskless model without any included hard drives.  (Pricing is MSRP and subject to change at the time of product availability.)

The Iomega StorCenter ix2 series includes a standard three-year limited warranty with U.S.-based phone support up to 13 hours a day, five days a week.  Optional service plans include Iomega's Enhanced Service Plan which includes 24x7 phone support with advance replacement.

For more information on Iomega's complete line of StorCenter network storage models, including pricing for all models, please go to http://www.iomega.com.

About EMC

EMC Corporation is a global leader in enabling businesses and service providers to transform their operations and deliver IT as a service. Fundamental to this transformation is cloud computing.  Through innovative products and services, EMC accelerates the journey to cloud computing, helping IT departments to store, manage, protect and analyze their most valuable asset -- information -- in a more agile, trusted and cost-efficient way. Additional information about EMC can be found atwww.EMC.com.

About Iomega

Iomega Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of EMC Corporation headquartered in San Diego, is a worldwide leader in innovative storage solutions for small businesses, home offices, consumers and others. The Company has sold more than 425 million digital storage drives and disks since its inception in 1980. Today, Iomega's product portfolio includes industry leading desktop and rackmount network attached storage products ideal for content sharing, data protection and vertical applications for small and medium businesses and distributed enterprises; a broad selection of direct-attached portable and desktop external hard drives; and multimedia drives, making it easy to move video, pictures and other files from the computer room to the livingroom. To learn about all of Iomega's storage products and network storage solutions, please go to the Web at http://www.iomega.com.  Resellers can visit Iomega at http://www.iomega.com/ioclub.

NOTE: This release contains "forward-looking statements" as defined under the Federal Securities Laws.  Actual results could differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements as a result of certain risk factors, including but not limited to: (i) adverse changes in general economic or market conditions; (ii) delays or reductions in information technology spending; (iii) our ability to protect our proprietary technology; (iv) risks associated with managing the growth of our business, including risks associated with acquisitions and investments and the challenges and costs of integration, restructuring and achieving anticipated synergies; (v) competitive factors, including but not limited to pricing pressures and new product introductions; (vi) the relative and varying rates of product price and component cost declines and the volume and mixture of product and services revenues; (vii) component and product quality and availability; (viii) the transition to new products, the uncertainty of customer acceptance of new product offerings and rapid technological and market change; (ix) insufficient, excess or obsolete inventory; (x) war or acts of terrorism; (xi) the ability to attract and retain highly qualified employees; (xii) fluctuating currency exchange rates; and (xiii) other one-time events and other important factors disclosed previously and from time to time in EMC's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.  EMC disclaims any obligation to update any such forward-looking statements after the date of this release.

*   1 TB = 1,000,000,000,000 bytes.

Copyright© 2012 Iomega Corporation. All rights reserved. Iomega and StorCenter are trademarks or registered trademarks of Iomega Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.  EMC and LifeLine are trademarks or registered trademarks of EMC Corporation.  VMware is a registered trademark and/or trademark of VMware, Inc. in the United States and/or other jurisdictions. All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders.

SOURCE  EMC Corporation

EMC Corporation

CONTACT: CONTACT: Chris Romoser, Iomega Corporation, +1-858-314-7148, romoser@iomega.com

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

Medco, Castlight Health Integrate Web Tools For Drug And Medical Costs To Empower Consumers and Improve Care

Driving value through quality and cost information across a broad spectrum of healthcare needs

2012 pilot to integrate Medco's My Rx Choices® with Castlight to drive increased healthcare consumerism

FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J. and SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Medco Health Solutions, Inc. (NYSE: MHS) and Castlight Health, Inc. announce they will integrate their comparison pricing features and clinical messaging services together in a pilot program with mutual employer clients.  Combining these services will provide patients with the first-ever complete view of the cost and quality of medical and prescription drug services.

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Under this initiative, Castlight's directory of medical quality and cost information will be married with Medco's My Rx Choices(®), a feature that allows members to compare prescription drug costs, both brand and generics, and by distribution channels - mail service or retail pharmacy.  Via Castlight's web portal, consumers will be able to examine the cost and quality of healthcare services and medicines together with clinically validated education and recommendations for specific conditions such as diabetes, asthma and cardiovascular disease.

"Employers have long wanted to help their employees be better healthcare consumers - to enable planning for medical and pharmacy care based on quality and cost," said Dr. Giovanni Colella, CEO and co-founder of Castlight Health.  "Consumers rarely know the quality they're receiving, nor the fees for treatment until they pay the bill.  Information transparency is the way to empower patients to get better care at a lower cost.  Medco's My Rx Choices completes the picture by helping patients save money on medicines and stay safe with its alert features to prevent adverse drug events.  By providing a continuum of care across medical and pharmacy, consumers can make smarter choices that balance quality and cost."

"Castlight's approach to revealing quality and price data is closely aligned with our healthcare philosophy," added Tracy Grunsfeld, Medco Vice President of New Markets.  "We have always viewed information technology as a tool to make medicine smarter - leading to better health outcomes at a much lower cost.  This pilot program complements our current client offerings and will enable members to reap the rewards of both medical and pharmacy information that work in conjunction with one another."

The integrated portal will also highlight Medco gaps-in-care alerts, which message members about late refills and/or omissions of essential therapies, along with other Medco clinical alerts and Castlight-identified medical quality and savings opportunities.

"Exposing people to important information about their health helps them manage their condition to achieve better overall outcomes," continued Grunsfeld.  "The integration of Medco clinical alerts on the Castlight portal is an ideal complement to Castlight's quality of care information and condition-specific education for members, which is based on their unique health status."

The program could have a significant impact for consumers bearing an increasing share of their healthcare costs through higher deductibles and cost sharing.  The use of CDHPs (consumer-directed health plans) has increased in recent years with 17 percent of workers getting this form of coverage in 2011, an increase from 8 percent in 2009, according to the Kaiser Family Foundation's Employer Health Benefits 2011 Annual Survey. Costs have generally shifted increasingly to employees, since the number of workers enrolled in a plan with a general annual deductible of $1,000 or more for single coverage has increased to 31 percent in 2011 from 10 percent in 2006.

"Healthcare transparency is increasingly important to employers and their employees," Colella said.  "Healthcare cost and quality are seldom related, and Castlight is instrumental to enable employees to plan, shop, and receive better care at lower cost."

After the pilot period, Medco and Castlight Health anticipate introducing the integrated portal to mutual employer customers in the next plan year.

About Castlight Health
Castlight Health enables employers, their employees, and health plans to take control of healthcare costs and improve care. Named #1 on The Wall Street Journal's list of "The Top 50 Venture-Backed Companies" for 2011 and one of Dow Jones' 50 Most Investment-Worthy Technology Start-Ups, Castlight Health helps the country's self-insured employers and health plans empower consumers to shop for healthcare. Castlight Health is headquartered in San Francisco and backed by prominent investors including Venrock, Oak Investment Partners, Maverick Capital, Morgan Stanley Investment Management, Wellcome Trust, Cleveland Clinic, and U.S. Venture Partners. For more information, please visit our web site at http://www.castlighthealth.com or call (888) 227-8544.

About Medco
Medco Health Solutions (NYSE: MHS) is pioneering the world's most advanced pharmacy® and its clinical research and innovations are part of Medco making medicine smarter(TM) for more than 65 million members.

With more than 20,000 employees dedicated to improving patient health and reducing costs for a wide range of public and private sector clients, and 2010 revenues of $66 billion, Medco ranks 34th on the Fortune 500 list and is named among the world's most innovative, most admired and most trustworthy companies.

For more information, go to http://www.medcohealth.com.

This press release contains "forward-looking statements" as that term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements involve risks and uncertainties that may cause results to differ materially from those set forth in the statements. No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed, and actual results may differ materially from those projected. We undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. Forward-looking statements in this press release should be evaluated together with the risks and uncertainties that affect our business, particularly those mentioned in the Risk Factors section of the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

SOURCE  Medco Health Solutions, Inc.

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Medco Health Solutions, Inc.

CONTACT: CONTACT: Ann Smith, Medco Health Solutions, Inc., +1-201-269-5984, Ann_Smith@medco.com; or Tracy Olson, Castlight Health, +1-408-507-3377, tolson@castlighthealth.com

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

LifeProof Debuts "LifeProof in Motion" Accessories at 2012 International CES

- LifeProof Adapters, Armbands, Bike Mounts and Belt Clips give unprecedented freedom to iPhone users on the go -

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --  CES 2012 -- LifeProof, the provider of all-protective, everyday cases for smartphones and tablet PCs, today announced exciting new accessories as a part of its LifeProof in Motion product ecosystem. With LifeProof in Motion accessories, LifeProof users can swim laps in the pool, bike through rugged terrain, drive cross country on a motorcycle using GPS, stay connected on the work site and much more, while having full access to all iPhone functions. LifeProof will be showcasing its newest products and accessories at iLounge Pavilion, North Hall in booth number #6533 at the 2012 International CES in Las Vegas Jan 10 - 13, 2012.

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LifeProof is an everyday, everywhere case that protects the iPhone from any usual hazard encountered in daily life. All accessories are fully compatible with Bluetooth headsets and provide a one-handed release latch for fast insertion and removal of the LifeProof case.

LifeProof Adapter Compatible with GoPro® Mounts: With the LifeProof Adapter, users can attach LifeProof to GoPro® mounts and capture crystal-clear 1080p HD video in any environment. Film that intense mountain biking adventure, that 'killer' surf wave, or even that family kayak trip with LifeProof for the iPhone 4/4S and the LifeProof Adapter. MSRP is $29.99.

LifeProof Belt Clips: Made of lightweight, honeycomb construction, LifeProof belt clips fit securely onto a belt and feature premium, high-impact materials for optimal strength-to-weight ratio. Both the LifeProof 1.5" and 2.0" belt clips include an integrated lock switch to prevent unwanted removal of the iPhone. The MSRP is $29.99.

LifeProof bike and bar mount:  Now outdoor adventurers can take their iPhone on their bike, off the trails, on the snowmobile, motorcycle or jet ski. Take HD videos of biking adventures using the iPhone video camera or use it as a GPS system on the go. All buttons and features are accessible in the mount, including iPhone speaker and microphone. It can be adjusted for portrait or landscape orientation and the gimbal ball-head allows for fine adjustment of viewing angle. The MSRP is $39.99.

LifeProof Armband/Swimband: For those who are training for the Ironman or just love jogging, the LifeProof Armband allows iPhone users to turn their mobile device into a work-out companion. Use fitness apps and listen to tunes on the run or while swimming laps in the pool with the LifeProof Armband. The MSRP is $49.99 (available in March 2012).

Where to Buy LifeProof and Accessories

LifeProof cases and accessories are available for sale at http://www.lifeproof.com. LifeProof cases are also available at all Best Buy retail stores in the U.S.

LifeProof Resources

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/LifeProofCases
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/lifeproof
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/LifeProofCases

About LifeProof
LifeProof's company mantra is Freedom; LifeProof designs, manufactures and markets an entirely new category of products designed to give people more freedom from environmental constraints. Based in San Diego, LifeProof offers elegant and protective cases for Smartphones and Tablet PCs that enable full functionality and interactivity under any condition encountered in daily life. The registered brand name 'LifeProof' is inspired by the protection and fully functional convenient operation of the device in water, mud, dirt, or snow. For more information, visit http://www.lifeproof.com.

SOURCE  LifeProof

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LifeProof

CONTACT: Valerie Chereskin, Chereskin Communications, +1-760-942-3116, valerie@chereskincomm.com; http://chereskincomm.com/

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

ZappoTV Launches Beta Android Version of Popular iOS App

ZappoTV Follows on the Heels of iTunes App Launch with Android Version of its Mobile Media Center for Streaming Media Content to TVs

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- ZappoTV today at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES, Booth 21562, Venetian Suite 30-137) announced that its free Mobile Media Center application is available in beta for Android phones. ZappoTV allows users to combine their media content via their mobile device and watch it on their internet-connected television. 

How it Works
ZappoTV enables users to locate, access and enjoy their favorite podcasts, photos and videos from Facebook, Picasa or Flickr, and their own movies, photos and music stored on their phone or home computer or server, as well as content aggregated by ZappoTV. Moreover, the unique capability of the ZappoTV Mobile Media Center application is its ability to send media from the mobile device and internet to a TV to enjoy the content on a "big screen" with friends and family. ZappoTV's technology uses DLNA and UPnP AV with a proprietary enhancement layer which extends home networking protocols to allow connected TVs, media players and other such devices to access internet-based content and make them work seamlessly together. 

"We've seen such an explosion of downloads of the iOS version, and we're excited to offer it to Android users," said Jan van Ottele, CEO of ZappoTV. "At ZappoTV, we want to make the transition of media from mobile device to TV seamless. With our app, now available to iOS and Android users, users can easily send their videos and photos from their device to the big screen with one click."

Devices Supported
ZappoTV currently supports a variety of connected TVs, media players and media center solutions, including the Western Digital Media Players (WDTV Live, WDTV Live Plus, WDTV Live Hub Media Center), XBMC, Xbox 360 (in Media Center Extender Mode), Popcorn Hour, LG Connected TVs, and Samsung Smart TVs.

Pricing/Availability
The beta android version of ZappoTV is available today from Android Market. ZappoTV requires Android 2.1 and up. ZappoTV allows users to enjoy content from their own media as well as content aggregated by ZappoTV (Revision3 CBS, G4, CNET, CNN, Fox and more).

About ZappoTV
ZappoTV is dedicated to helping consumers get the most out of mobile technology and their internet connected TVs and devices. ZappoTV offers a free innovative application for the iOS and Android operating systems that puts content control into users' hands to be enjoyed however, whenever and wherever they want. Headquartered in Santa Clara, California and founded in 2009, more information about ZappoTV can be found at http://www.zappo.tv

Contact:
Lori Lux, Lux Communications for ZappoTV
408-393-6453, lori@luxpr.com

SOURCE  ZappoTV

ZappoTV

Web Site: http://www.zappo.tv

Sling Media Ports SlingLoaded(TM) Technology to ViXS(R) XCode(R) Network Media Processors

XCode Engine Delivers Exceptional Video Quality for Sling Media's Next
Generation Products

TORONTO, Jan. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ - ViXS Systems Inc. today announced that
Sling Media Inc. has ported its next generation Slingbox technology to
the ViXS XCode network media processor. This partnership makes the
Slingbox Software Development Kit (SbSDK) available on XCode media
processors to OEMs, pay television service operators, and software
developers.

ViXS(®) provides an extensive portfolio of XCode media processor SOCs
integrating transcoding, advanced media processing, security
processing, transcryption and high performance networking.  Integration
of Sling Media's software on ViXS Xtensiv(TM) software stack offers a
compelling turnkey solution for OEMs and operators for distribution of
media content anywhere in the world. Sling's technology in combination
with leading transcoding technology from ViXS ensures excellent video
quality on iPADs, tablets, PCs and smart phones anywhere in the world
even in a bandwidth constrained network.

Sling Media's Slingbox product and placeshifting technology has
transformed the way consumers watch television - allowing anyone to
watch their TV, anywhere in the world on any IP-connected device - PC,
tablet or smartphone.  SlingPlayer software gives consumers complete
control over their living room TV, by giving them the ability to
control cable Set-top boxes, satellite Set-top boxes, Blu-Ray player,
Blu-ray recorders, DVD players, DVD recorders, Digital Video Recorder
(DVR), gaming systems, media servers and surveillance systems.

"We are pleased to be engaged with ViXS in a strategic partnership that
combines the leading edge XCode multi-stream HD transcoding
technologies with our next generation Sling-enabled products," said
Raghu Tarra, senior vice president and general manager at Sling Media.
"High performance ViXS XCode SOCs will enable us to extend our reach
and ecosystem with our software development kit, resulting in highly
innovative products."

"We are delighted to be partnering with Sling Media, a pioneer in
place-shifting technologies", said Sally Daub, President and CEO of
ViXS Systems. "As consumers demand more access to their content
anytime, OEMs and operators will benefit from Sling Media's
place-shifting technologies on ViXS SOCs.  Our combined platform will
enable best in class media processing performance and highest video
quality on the market today."

Key features of the XCode processors include:

        --  Highly concurrent multi-stream HD media processing engine
        --  Dedicated network processor for high throughput network
            performance
        --  Support for Over-the-top (OTT) video services and content
        --  Compliant software stacks to support SlingLoaded and  "Digital
            Living Network Alliance®" (DLNA®) Digital Media Server (DMS)
            for streaming applications
        --  Integration of a wide range of peripherals including: PCI
            Express, USB, SATA & Ethernet
        --  Complete Xtensiv(TM) Software stack for quick time to market

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: www.vixs.com.

VIXS®, the ViXS(® )logo, XCode(®), XConnex(TM) and Xtensiv(TM) are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of
ViXS. Sling Media, SlingBox, SlingLoaded, and SlingPlayer are
trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Sling Media. Other
trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

About Sling Media

Sling Media, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of EchoStar Corporation
(NASDAQ: SATS), is the leading provider of video place shifting
products and services for consumers and television service providers.
Sling Media's product family includes the internationally acclaimed,
Emmy award-winning Slingbox that allows consumers to watch and control
their living room television shows at any time, from any location,
using Internet-connected PCs, Macs, tablets, and smartphones. For more
information, visit http://www.slingmedia.com.

About EchoStar Corporation

EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS) is a premier global provider of
satellite operations and digital TV solutions that enhance today's home
entertainment lifestyle. Its wholly owned subsidiary, Hughes, is the
world's leading provider of satellite broadband for home and office,
delivering innovative network technologies and managed network services
for enterprises and governments in more than 100 countries. Among the
many offerings of this combined powerhouse in broadband data and video
are HughesNet®, the market's #1 high-speed satellite Internet service;
Sling Media's award-winning SlingLoaded® technology; and Move Networks'
adaptive bit-rate streaming technology.

Headquartered in Englewood, Colo. with employees worldwide, EchoStar has
more than 25 years of experience designing, developing and distributing
award-winning television set-top boxes, services and related delivery
products for television. EchoStar delivers satellite broadband and
transport services for enterprises, governments, small businesses, and
consumers using 11 satellites and related broadcast licenses around the
globe. For more information, please visit http://www.EchoStar.com and http://www.Hughes.com.

Sling Media, Inc. Media Relations contact:

Jay Tannenbaum: 650-293-8007
jtannenbaum@slingmedia.com

SOURCE  ViXS Systems Inc.

ViXS Systems Inc.

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

Fluke Networks Introduces Preferred Value Added Resellers Program

EVERETT, Wash., Jan. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Fluke Networks today announced a new Preferred Value Added Reseller (VAR) program designed to provide partners with complete end-to-end solutions for their customers in the areas of network and application performance management, as well as wireless LAN (WLAN) security and network monitoring.

The Preferred VAR program provides access to Fluke Networks' AirMagnet Enterprise, Network Time Machine, and Visual Networks' Visual Performance Manager solutions. In order to ensure partner success in offering these solutions, the program provides in-depth training and certification, and special discounts for program members.

"Fluke Networks has built a brand that is valued and respected throughout the technology space. As a value added reseller, we know that quality, innovation, support and training are vital elements that ensure our ability to serve the market, from product evaluation to deployment to maintenance," said Mike Zozaya, practice manager at Nexus IS. "Fluke Networks' new Preferred VAR program gives us all the elements, tools and incentives we need to be successful and, more importantly, to instill confidence throughout our customer base and provide a superior experience."

Preferred VARs are provided with exclusive in-person and virtual training opportunities to help ensure they have a complete understanding of Fluke Networks' solutions and can achieve required certification levels for each product. In addition, these member VARs are offered special "preferred level" discounts and incentives to help drive revenue. Members of the program also enjoy benefits such as access to special demo and evaluation software, access to a partner extranet and exclusive support from the Fluke Networks team.

"We created this program to connect intimately with an elite portion of the VAR community, both large and small, that can best represent our products and deliver the highest quality implementations of our technology," said Gary Staley, vice president of sales, Americas, at Fluke Networks. "With the access and benefits that this program affords, Preferred VARs can provide value-added services such as installation, configuration and training for our award-winning solutions and increase their profit margins, while delivering the complete services that customers need, resulting in a win-win for all parties."   

To be considered for the Preferred VAR program, resellers must have established relationships with target customers, a business practice focused on wireline or wireless networks, a desire to drive high margin revenue by offering complementary services and a demonstrated commitment to the Fluke Networks product line. For more information about participating in the program, visit Fluke Networks or contact PVAR@FlukeNetworks.com. 

About Fluke Networks

Fluke Networks is the world-leading provider of network test and monitoring solutions to speed the deployment and improve the performance of networks and applications. Leading enterprises and service providers trust Fluke Networks' products and expertise to help solve today's toughest issues and emerging challenges in WLAN security, mobility, unified communications and data centers. Based in Everett, Wash., the company distributes products in more than 50 countries. For more information, visit http://www.FlukeNetworks.com or call +1 (425) 446-4519.

SOURCE  Fluke Networks

Fluke Networks

CONTACT: CONTACT:  Kerry Desberg of Fluke Networks, +1-425-231-9529, Kerry.desberg@flukenetworks.com, or Justin Hall of VOXUS PR, +1-253-444-5442, jhall@voxuspr.com, for Fluke Networks

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

M-Edge Debuts Smartphone Accessories at 2012 CES

Tablet and e-reader accessories leader showcases new iPhone designs, kid-friendly options, and customizable covers at Pepcom's Digital Experience and CES

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- M-Edge Accessories, the leading designer of tablet and e-reader accessories, unveils their new iPhone accessories at this week's 2012 Consumer Electronics Show and Pepcom's Digital Experience.

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M-Edge's new product and category expansions showcased include:

    --  The launch of M-Edge's first-ever iPhone cases, in a variety of unique
        styles and exclusive designs
    --  The kid-friendly, shock-absorbent SuperShell for iPad 2
    --  Popular accessories for Christmas' hottest gift, Kindle Fire
    --  MyEdge design-your-own covers for Kindle, Kindle Fire, and iPad 2
M-Edge will be exhibiting their industry bestsellers for e-reader and tablet jackets, including the Trip, Incline, Hampton, and Latitude jackets, as well as the e-Luminator Touch Booklight that integrates into every M-Edge e-reader jacket.

CES attendees are invited to enjoy margaritas at M-Edge's booth on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons, as well as see product demonstrations, participate in booth games and contests, and walk away with freebies and giveaways.  M-Edge's booth is located in South Hall 3, #31835.

Customers can sign up for newsletters on the website, or follow M-Edge on Facebook and Twitter.

About M-Edge Accessories, LLCM-Edge Accessories was founded in 2006 as a solution to the growing demand for fashionable and protective accessories for e-readers. Since its inception, M-Edge's product offerings grew to include several lines of accessories for the most popular e-reader and tablet devices on the market, including iPad, Kindle, Nook, and Samsung Galaxy Tab.  M-Edge and its growing team of tech nerds, fashionistas, and comic book fans is committed to excellence: creating on-trend, innovative, and high-quality products faster than any other competitor, and providing an exceptional customer experience from start to finish.

M-Edge products are currently available in Best Buy, Target, Walmart, Staples, Office Depot, and RadioShack stores nationwide, as well as select Bed, Bath, & Beyond and Nordstrom stores. M-Edge has been featured in national publications such as InStyle, O, The Oprah Magazine, People, Engadget, Wired, and CNET.

Devon Mish Vice President, Marketing & Public Relations 714.322.3097 devonmish@buymedge.com

Sarah WindhamPublic Relations Representative410.927.6119sarahwindham@buymedge.com

Caitlin Mills 410.962.6442crm@planitagency.com

SOURCE  M-Edge Accessories, LLC

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

ViXS(R) Announces MoCA 2 Solution for its XCode(R) Multi Stream High Definition (HD) Transcoding System on Chip (SoC) Network Media Processors

ViXS Successfully Introduces its First Multimedia over Coax Alliance (MoCA(®)) 2.0 RF Transceiver as part of its XConnex(TM) Product Portfolio

TORONTO, Jan. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ - ViXS Systems Inc. today announces the
XConnex 1000, a high performance and highly integrated MoCA2.0 Radio Frequency (RF) Transceiver.  ViXS XConnex 1000 extends its
XConnex product line to address the next generation MoCA 2.0
specification and has been designed to meet the stringent requirements
of the convergent broadband and broadcast industry.

The XConnex 1000 provides significant bill of material advantages over
competitive stand alone and integrated RF transceiver solutions by
integrating the Power Amplifier (PA), Low Noise Amplifier (LNA) and a
Transmit/Receive (T/R) switch. The XConnex 1000 supports 425-1650MHz
frequency range, MoCA Band A-D, Band E and Band F frequencies and
specifications for transmission over existing coax infrastructure. The
device co-exists with video and broadband services of Telco, cable and
satellite service providers.

"The XConnex 1000 represents a double milestone for ViXS adding RF
silicon and systems capability as well as our first MoCA 2.0 product to
our portfolio", said Sally Daub, President & CEO of ViXS.   "ViXS is an
established leader in network media-processing and with the
introduction of its first MoCA 2.0 product we are able to offer our
customers a complete solution to address the next generation of whole
home multimedia content distribution and processing including
differentiated RF technologies".

MoCA 2.0 offers higher throughput and improved power management to
service providers as they transition to IP video networks and
client/server architectures.  ViXS is committed to MoCA and the
industry transition from MoCA 1 to MoCA 2.   ViXS will be demonstrating
the XConnex 1000 together with other XConnex MoCA based solutions in
its booth at CES 2012.

Please contact the ViXS sales department at sales@vixs.com for samples, pricing and further information.

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: www.vixs.com.

The ViXS(® )logo, XCode(TM), XConnex(TM) and Xtensiv(TM) are trademarks and/or registered
trademarks of ViXS. MoCA and MoCA logo are registered trademarks of
Multimedia over Coax Alliance. MoCA Certified logo is a trademark of
Multimedia over Coax Alliance.

SOURCE  ViXS Systems Inc.

ViXS Systems Inc.

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

Global Appliance Leader Committed to Evolution of the Smart Appliance

Whirlpool Brand to Introduce Connected Appliances in 2012; Answer Consumer Call for Monitoring

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) continues to be committed to providing consumers technology with purpose. Today, the convergence of technology with everyday household appliances is evolving to optimize energy consumption and allow appliances to work together.  In 2012, the company's flagship brand, Whirlpool brand, will bring connected appliances to the marketplace - yet another step closer to making many of its appliances "smart" by the end of 2015. Over the next 18 months, four appliances will be introduced including a refrigerator, dishwasher, washer and dryer.

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"Our electric grid is more than 100 years old and not designed to handle all of the appliances in today's home. Today appliances work independently from one another with little opportunity to optimize," said Warwick Stirling, global director of energy and sustainability for Whirlpool Corporation. "And while manufacturers continue to explore innovations that improve the energy efficiency of individual products, the incremental gains are getting smaller and becoming more expensive to achieve."

The concept of Smart Grid-enabled appliances has evolved to a broader conversation around the connected home and overall home management. With these new smart appliances, consumers can easily shift their energy consumption to off-peak times - saving money and benefitting the environment. A home energy management device will read usages from appliances and signals from power companies to optimize energy use. Even more appealing for consumers is peace of mind driven by alerts and notifications and 'remote control' functionality.

What Consumers Want

While consumers want to be green, they still want to retain control but will change their energy consumption choices if they are given real-time information about how much energy is being used. More importantly, users don't want to just monitor and manage energy but control functions on their appliances and all home management functions including security systems and water and temperature management.  A recent survey conducted by Harris Interactive on behalf of Whirlpool Corporation found that:

    --  Seventy-eight percent are interested in monitoring their household's
        energy use.
    --  Most want to use their smartphone to make life easier. In fact, 90% of
        18-34 year olds who have a smartphone would be happy to have their
        smartphone tell their appliances anything; 17% want to know when it's
        time to switch the laundry and 17% want to know when items are ready
        (food, etc.).
    --  When asked about smart phones communicating with appliances, respondents
        were split on what would be most useful:  alert when the washer is done;
        notify me when items are ready (i.e. cooked/clean); Preheat my oven or
        turn it off; start appliances for self-clean; tell me what I need to
        stock the fridge; start or refresh the laundry; start the dishwasher.
What's Next?

Bringing all of this functionality together for the end user is the current focus for manufacturers, utilities and software companies. Ultimately, the Smart grid won't consist of just one app but multiple ways of accessing it through a bundle of applications. This will also affect product design. For example, some of the controls on appliances may be eliminated and be controlled via mobile phone.

Appliances will be able to provide even more feedback to consumers whether it is the concept of preventative maintenance or use and care guides. For example, a clothes dryer needs to have the lint cleaned out of the venting pipe periodically and the appliance could automatically notify consumers when this needs doing. With many washers now offering bulk detergent dispensing, the washer could alert the owner that the reservoir needs to be refilled.

Whirlpool @ CES

Stirling, who is responsible for championing next generation smart appliances connected to the emerging electrical smart grid, will participate in two panel discussions on this topic.

    --  Window to Tomorrow's Connected Home Jan. 11, 2012 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM -
        LVCC, North Hall N254 Smart Grid development has spurred innovation in
        home appliances, controls and electronics. Companies are now unveiling
        the next generation of products and devices designed for life on the
        Grid. The panel discusses what consumers can look forward to in
        functionality, timing and total home integration.

    --  Smart Appliances: Ready for Prime Time? Jan. 12, 2012 10:30 AM - 11:30
        AM - LVCC, North Hall N260 Refrigerators with built-in computers. Ovens
        that download recipes. Washers and dryers that can be controlled from a
        smartphone and programmed to save money by operating during off-peak
        times. Are these products selling, and will 2012 be the year that smart
        appliances finally catch on?
Doug Beaudet, Whirlpool's Global Director of Experience Design, leads an international team of sensorial designers and user experience specialists in five Global Consumer Design studios. Beaudet will participate in a panel discussion around the Connected Healthy Kitchen during the Digital Health Summit at CES.

    --  The Connected Healthy Kitchen Jan. 11, 2:25-3:15 PM Homebuilders,
        appliance makers, social and digital media companies, and nutritionists
        are all teaming up with technology to make science-based,
        consumer-directed health a reality. The win is personal health as well
        as lowered health care costs. The trends present significant
        opportunities for both early-stage companies and global brands to take
        part in the healthy, connected kitchen.
Additionally, Whirlpool brand appliances will be featured in the CES 2012 Concept Home, a real home in the South Hall on Level One in booth 26100. The home features many next generation electronic and non-electronic solutions to retrofit a more energy efficient home. Produced in Association with the U.S. Department of Energy and leading CE companies, the home is full of many excellent energy saving stories.

With 100 years of practice, Whirlpool Corporation knows a thing or two about household chores. This expertise led to the creation of the Whirlpool Institute of Fabric Science, an informational hub for everything laundry. Additionally, the institute offers daily tips, tricks and advice to consumers via Twitter and Facebook. For more information on Whirlpool brand please visit http://www.whirlpool.com or find us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/whirlpool.

The survey was conducted online within the United States by Harris Interactive on behalf of Whirlpool Corporation from May 18-20, 2011 among 2,407 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 media@whirlpool.com.

About Whirlpool Brand

Whirlpool Corporation is the world's leading manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances, with annual sales of approximately $18 billion in 2010, 71,000 employees, and 66 manufacturing and technology research centers around the world. Whirlpool brand recognizes that consumers lead busy, active lives and continues to create solutions that help consumers optimize productivity and efficiency in the home. In addition to designing appliance solutions based on consumer insight, Whirlpool brand is dedicated to creating ENERGY STAR® qualified appliances like the new Duet® washer and dryer (model 9750), the industry's most resource efficient laundry pair, overall efficiency based on equal weighting of cycle time and energy usage. Whirlpool is one of Habitat for Humanity's largest corporate partners, donating a refrigerator and range to every new Habitat for Humanity home built in North America. For more information on Whirlpool brand please visit http://www.whirlpool.com or find us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/whirlpool.

About Whirlpool Corporation's 100th Anniversary

Founded on Nov. 11, 1911, Whirlpool Corporation has influenced home and family life during the last century.  The company is driven by the belief that everyone needs a comfortable place to call home and has a 100 year history of creating better ways of cooking, cleaning, refrigerating and storing.  Whirlpool Corporation is focused on improving lives one person, one family, one home, one community at a time.

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Coby Electronics Unveils First-Ever Collection of Android(TM) 4.0 OS Internet Tablets at CES 2012

Extensive New Lineup of Powerful, Feature-Packed Ice Cream Sandwich-Operated Capacitive Touch Units - All Under $300 - To Be Available Q1 2012

CES, Booth #12027, Central Hall, LVCC

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Coby Electronics Corporation, the CE leader with products designed to fit every lifestyle, introduces its highly-anticipated collection of Android(TM) 4.0 OS - "Ice Cream Sandwich" - Internet tablets at the International Consumer Electronics Show, Booth #12027 in the Central Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center, January 10-13, 2012. Designed to give consumers a wide variety of unique styles and sizes to choose from, Coby's new line-up of Android 4.0 models makes its national retail debut this quarter.

"Coby is thrilled to introduce to the industry and consumers nationwide our premiere range of feature-packed Android 4.0-powered Internet tablets," said Jodi Sally, Vice President of Marketing, Coby Electronics.  "The extensive and affordably-priced tablet line further underscores Coby's commitment to giving our customers the best possible user experience with access to the most in-demand digital entertainment through accessible and innovative CE gear."

Coby's new Android 4.0 assortment includes:

    --  7" MID7042 (16:9 aspect ratio, SRP $179)
    --  8" MID8042 (4:3 aspect ratio, SRP $229)
    --  9" MID9042 (16:10 aspect ratio, SRP $259)
    --  9.7" MID9742 (4:3 aspect ratio, SRP $279)
    --  10" MID1042 (16.9 aspect ratio, SRP $289)
    --  10" MID1045 (16:10 aspect ratio, SRP $299)

With access to thousands of apps, the brand-new feature-filled tablets include:

    --  1GHz Cortex A8 processor
    --  Lightning-fast wireless downloading with 802.11 b/g/n
    --  1GB of RAM for seamless multi-tasking
    --  8GB built-in storage on 9" and 10" models; 4GB built-in storage on 7"
        and 8" models
    --  All tablets have expandable storage memory up to 32GB
    --  Front-facing camera

About Coby Electronics CorporationHeadquartered in Lake Success, New York, Coby Electronics Corporation is a leading supplier of quality consumer electronics products.  Since its inception in 1991, Coby has risen through the ranks of the consumer electronics industry.  Today, the company is redefining the way consumer electronics products are created, emerging as an industry leader in a challenging economy. With an understanding of its customers' needs and desires, Coby has developed a strategy of maintaining a competitive cost structure in the industry without compromising the quality of its products.  Within the past decade, Coby's team of inventors, engineers and designers have earned a number of U.S. patents and design awards, with several additional patents pending.  For more information, visit Coby Electronics and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter.

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CONTACT: Alison Grand, +1-212-584-1133, alison@grandcommunications.com, or Laura Liebeck, +1-845-440-7974, laura@grandcommunications.com, both of Grand Communications, for Coby

Audiovox to Market and Distribute 'Tagg-The Pet Tracker' to Retail

Company will offer 'Tagg-The Pet Tracker', developed by Snaptracs, a Qualcomm Company

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- International CES, Center Hall, Booth 10404-10415 -- Audiovox Electronics Corp. (AEC), a wholly owned subsidiary of VOXX International Corporation (Nasdaq:VOXX) announced today that it will be marketing, selling, and distributing 'Tagg-The Pet Tracker(TM)' to its broad retail base.  The Audiovox distribution network is known for its depth and includes all of the major national and regional retailers in the nation.

Tagg-The Pet Tracker developed by Snaptracs, a Qualcomm Company, gives the consumer peace of mind by letting them know their pet's location at any time. The stylish, lightweight Tagg(TM) tracker secures to the pets existing collar and uses advanced GPS technology and wireless capabilities for tracking.   If the pet should leave the designated Tagg zone, the system alerts you via text and email so you can quickly find him or her, using a map on your mobile device or computer.  You can also receive these alerts and track your pet on your iPhone or Android Smartphone using the Tagg app. 

"We believe that Tagg-The Pet Tracker is a natural addition to our new location based services program launching this year. Pet lovers everywhere worry about the potential loss of a pet, which can be traumatic since pets are such an intricate part of our lives and our families," said Tom Malone, President of Audiovox Electronics Corporation.  "Developed by Snaptracs, a Qualcomm company, this product should provide the thousands of pet lovers nationwide with peace of mind."

Tagg is small and lightweight and designed to easily attach securely to your pet's existing collar. 

It is pet tough, comfortable and water resistant.  'Tagg-The Pet Tracker' comes with a Tagg tracker, and docking station, collar clip assembly and power kit. The system supports multiple trackers so that you can track all of your pets with a single account. Service Plans are purchased directly from Snaptracs.  The retail price for Tagg is to be announced later.

Malone continued, "The product will be available at retail in the first quarter of 2012 and Audiovox plans to market it though our substantial big box and regional retailer distribution partners, as well as to pet supply retailers.  We believe it will be a huge success based on the millions of pet lovers in the country who will be exposed to this great product through these retailers."

For more information on Tagg-The Pet Tracker, please visit http://www.tagg.com.

Tagg-The Pet Tracker will be marketed by Audiovox Electronics Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of VOXX International Corp. (NASDAQ: VOXX).

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About Tagg-The Pet Tracker:

Tagg-The Pet Tracker was designed and developed by Snaptracs Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM), the world leader in mobile technologies.  Our mission is to make people's lives easier and safer.  Tagg-The Pet Tracker was born out of our love for our pets and our system uses advanced GPS and wireless technology to help people find their lost pets. For more information about Tagg-The Pet Tracker, visit http://www.tagg.com or follow the brand on Twitter @TaggTracker and Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/TaggThePetTracker.

Tagg-The Pet Tracker is a trademark of Snaptracs Inc.  Qualcomm is a registered trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated.  All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

About Audiovox Electronics Corporation (AEC):

Audiovox Electronics Corporation (AEC) is a wholly owned subsidiary of VOXX International Corporation (NASDAQ:VOXX), a leading, global supplier of mobile and consumer electronics products.  The Company holds number one market share in rear seat entertainment as well as remote start systems and is the exclusive provider of SIRIUS XM satellite radio products in the aftermarket.  AEC is also a recognized leader in the marketing of automotive entertainment, rear observation, and vehicle security.  Its extensive distribution network includes power retailers and 12-volt specialists as well nearly all of the major vehicle manufacturers ("OEMs"), both domestically and abroad.

Audiovox Electronics possesses a strong brand portfolio and its products ranks among the top ten in almost every category in which they sell.  Primary brands include Audiovox®, Invision®, Jensen®, Omega®, Advent®, Code Alarm®, Prestige®, and Excalibur®.

Headquartered in Hauppauge, NY, Audiovox Electronics has a manufacturing facility in the United States, and a robust international footprint with offices in Europe, Canada, Mexico and Venezuela.  For additional information, please visit our Web site at http://www.audiovoxproducts.com.

About VOXX International Corporation:

VOXX International Corporation (NASDAQ:VOXX).  The Company that began as Audiovox over 45 years ago has morphed into a worldwide leader in many automotive and consumer electronics and accessories categories, and now into premium high-end audio.  The Company's brands hold leading market positions across a wide-spectrum of consumer and automotive segments.

Today, VOXX International is a global company....with an extensive distribution network that includes some of the world's Fortune 500 companies and an international footprint in Europe, Asia, Mexico and South America, and a growing brand portfolio, which is now comprised of over 30 trusted brands including Audiovox®, Klipsch®, RCA®, Invision®, Jensen®, Acoustic Research®, Jamo®, Energy®, Mac Audio®, Magnat®, Heco®, Schwaiger®, and Oehlbach®.  The Company continues to drive innovation throughout all of its subsidiaries, and maintains its commitment to exceeding the needs of the consumers it serves.  For additional information, please visit our Web site at http://www.voxxintl.com.

Safe Harbor Statement

Except for historical information contained herein, statements made in this release that would constitute forward-looking statements may involve certain risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements made in this release are based on currently available information and the Company assumes no responsibility to update any such forward-looking statement. The following factors, among others, may cause actual results to differ materially from the results suggested in the forward-looking statements. The factors include, but are not limited to risks that may result from changes in the Company's business operations; our ability to keep pace with technological advances; significant competition in the mobile and consumer electronics businesses as well as the accessories business; our relationships with key suppliers and customers; quality and consumer acceptance of newly introduced products; market volatility; non-availability of product; excess inventory; price and product competition; new product introductions; the possibility that the review of our prior filings by the SEC may result in changes to our financial statements; and the possibility that stockholders or regulatory authorities may initiate proceedings against VOXX International Corporation and/or our officers and directors as a result of any restatements. Risk factors associated with our business, including some of the facts set forth herein, are detailed in the Company's Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 28, 2011.

    Audiovox Contacts:           Mary Kate Joyce, Marina Maher Communications
    Jeremy Stoehr
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    Phone:  1-631-436-6371       Phone:  1-212-485-6865
    Email:  jstoehr@audiovox.com Email: mkjoyce@mahercomm.com
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VOXX International Corporation

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

Atmel's Next-Generation maXTouch S Series Touchscreen Controllers Enable a New Class of Mobile Products

New maXTouch S Series Sets the Highest Standard for Touchscreen Performance By Eliminating the Impact of System Noise, Enabling Slim Sensors, and Supporting Active and Passive Stylus

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- 2012 International Consumer Electronics Show -- Atmel®( )Corporation (NASDAQ: ATML), a leader in microcontroller and touch technology solutions, today announced the availability of its new maXTouch® S Series family of touchscreen controllers, the next generation of the company's breakthrough unlimited touch technology. The new device family is ideal for the design of innovative and intuitive touchscreen interfaces of up to 17" diagonal for products including smartphones, tablets, digital cameras, e-readers and other applications.

System designers want to deliver a new breed of mobile products to consumers, and the right touchscreen controller can help turn their concepts into reality. Designers are envisioning products that offer an array of capabilities, including ultra-slim and light form factors, immersive responsiveness, large and high pixel-density displays, exceptionally long battery life, and multiple ways of capturing user input. With their rich features and intelligent algorithms, maXTouch S Series controllers are designed to meet these requirements, enabling designers to create the products they've always imagined.

New maXTouch S Series devices include:

    --  mXT224S: Building on the popularity of the mXT224 and mXT224E, a
        224-node controller with all the benefits of the S Series architecture
        for smartphones, digital still cameras and other handheld products with
        touchscreens from 3.5" to 4.3".
    --  mXT336S: A 336-node controller that brings high-precision input to
        larger format superphones with screens between 4.3" and 5.5" diagonal.
    --  mXT1664S: A high node density, single-chip 32-bit solution targeted at
        tablet products with touchscreens of 10.1" and above, measured
        diagonally, and designed to meet the stringent requirements of Windows®
        8, as well as products based on other operating systems with
        touchscreens up to 17" diagonal.
Eliminating Impact of Display Noise with SlimSensor(TM) Technology

A key feature of the maXTouch S Series, SlimSensor Technology enables system designers to deliver mobile products that are thinner and lighter than was previously possible, without sacrificing immersive responsiveness, touch fidelity or battery life.

SlimSensor Technology is a breakthrough combination of hardware and firmware innovations that combats display noise up to 3.5V from any type of display, including ACVCOM LCDs and noisier high pixel density displays. Because SlimSensor Technology features full hardware acceleration of noise-cancelling functions, it delivers this industry-leading noise immunity with a 2X improvement in responsiveness compared with the current, market-leading generation of maXTouch devices. Remarkably, the technology does not require additional listening channels, synchronization to display timing, or time-consuming tuning, which simplifies the design-in process. SlimSensor Technology's ground-breaking level of performance, and the simplicity with which it is delivered to the system designer, is unmatched by any other touchscreen controller.

With SlimSensor Technology, system designers can use leading-edge sensor technologies, including fully laminated, unshielded touch-on-lens sensors, display-integrated on-cell sensors and ultra-thin film sensors. These advanced touch sensor stacks are up to 58% slimmer than their conventional counterparts, enabling system designers to reduce end-product thickness by more than 1mm. They also have the added benefits of reducing product weight for a more enjoyable experience during prolonged periods of use as well as improving the optical clarity and the apparent brightness of the underlying display. With maXTouch S controllers featuring SlimSensor Technology, system designers can deliver mobile products that delight users with unprecedented slimness, vividness and responsiveness.

Delivering Flawless Touch Performance with maXCharger(TM) Technology

Another key maXTouch S Series feature, maXCharger Technology is a novel blend of analog circuitry and intelligent algorithms that enables flawless touch performance with battery chargers that output up to 240V of common-mode noise. The technology eliminates false touches while maintaining industry-leading responsiveness, linearity and low jitter performance.

maXCharger Technology utilizes high voltage and advanced algorithms to provide the equivalent of 14.4V touch sensor scanning on the mXT336S and the mXT224S, resulting in a full 4.5X improvement in signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) in noisy conditions. The mXT1664S provides the equivalent of 24V touch sensor scanning with a corresponding SNR increase, shattering previous industry records. System designers can choose to engage this high-voltage scanning only when the charger is plugged into the system, as it is not needed when the system is running off the battery.

In addition to high-voltage scanning, maXCharger Technology also utilizes spike suppression to remove severe noise spikes before they corrupt measurements and active noise avoidance to seek out quieter operating frequencies. These enhancements result in a 3X increase in responsiveness compared to previous generations of maXTouch devices in the presence of severe charger noise. With maXCharger Technology, system designers can be assured that their users will enjoy an immersive, transparent and frustration-free touch experience, even when they connect their mobile devices to the noisiest chargers on the market.

Supporting Active and Passive Stylus Solutions

maXTouch S Series controllers support Atmel's recently announced 1mm maXStylus(TM) active stylus with multiSense functionality, which enables high-precision, simultaneous touch and stylus input. Lower cost passive stylus with 2mm tip is also supported at over 120Hz report rate with a dramatic 2X improvement in linearity versus the previous generation of maXTouch controllers. For a natural user experience, both stylus technologies feature intelligent palm rejection. As the stylus implementation is common across all maXTouch S products for smartphones and tablets, a single stylus can be used on all the user's mobile products. With maXTouch S Series, system designers can transform mobile products into powerful tools for productivity and creativity on the go.

Designing the Ultimate Touchscreen - and the Ultimate Mobile Products

Going far beyond noise cancellation, maXTouch S Series controllers deliver additional breakthroughs for maximum touchscreen performance:

    --  Fully parallelized touch sensor scanning, enabling the industry's
        fastest report rates
    --  Sensor electrode pitch that is narrower than 4.5mm in common smartphone
        and tablet screen sizes, for higher touch sensing and stylus tracking
        resolution that matches increasing display pixel density
    --  Improved touch-processing algorithms, for better finger-tracking
        precision, improved accuracy and linearity, and more sophisticated
        rejection of unintended touches
With these enablers, maXTouch S Series controllers easily exceed the stringent requirements for touch performance mandated by Microsoft's Windows 8 and Windows Phone 8 operating systems. With stylus support, maXTouch S controllers also enable end-products to take advantage of the latest features of Google's Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) operating system.

"The introduction of the maXTouch S Series represents a major milestone for Atmel and a fundamental redefinition of how touchscreen design can be accomplished. Designers of industry-leading touch interface products will no longer have to compromise on touchscreen performance and extreme functionality because of system noise," said Peter Jones, vice president of the microcontroller and touch business unit, Atmel Corporation. "Freed from previous constraints, design engineers now have a technology platform with which they can unleash their creativity and integrate touch interfaces into a new breed of mobile products that will delight consumers. 2012 will be a very exciting time for Atmel and for the industry as a whole."

Availability                                                                                             

maXTouch S Series devices are now sampling with lead customers. Production quantities will be available in Q1 2012.

More Information

To see the latest videos, visit the Atmel YouTube Channel at http://www.atmel.com/youtube or follow Atmel on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook for more news.

About Atmel

Atmel Corporation (Nasdaq: ATML) is a worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of microcontrollers, capacitive touch solutions, advanced logic, mixed-signal, nonvolatile memory and radio frequency (RF) components. Leveraging one of the industry's broadest intellectual property (IP) technology portfolios, Atmel is able to provide the electronics industry with complete system solutions focused on industrial, consumer, communications, computing and automotive markets.

© 2012 Atmel Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Atmel®, Atmel logo and combinations thereof, maXTouch®, SlimSensor(TM), maXCharger(TM), maXStylus(TM) and others are trademarks or registered trademarks of Atmel Corporation or its subsidiaries. Windows® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and or other countries. Other terms and product names may be trademarks of others.

Press Contact:Jeff Erhart, Director, Corporate MarketingTel: (+1) 408-441-0311, Email: jeffery.erhart@atmel.com

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UK Councils Set Benchmark for Public Sector Shared Services in the Cloud

SLIEDRECHT, The Netherlands, January 9, 2012/PRNewswire/ --

   
    - Stockton & Darlington Borough Councils announce major milestone completed
      with 10 Academy schools live in less than six months
    - Schools and councils see potential for cost savings and operational efficiency
    - Underpinned by UNIT4's flexible Shared Journey cloud shared services platform

    UNIT4, the world's leading provider of business software for Businesses Living IN
Change (BLINC(TM)), today announced the shared services joint venture between Stockton &
Darlington Borough Councils in the UK (known as Xentrall) has successfully reached a major
milestone and implemented cloud shared services using Shared Journey from UNIT4 for
finance and accounting in ten Academy schools in just six months.

    The service, which originally focussed on Academies in the area, is also starting to
garner interest from other public sector organizations and schools outside its geography
that are looking to reduce costs and improve service delivery.

    Using Shared Journey Xentrall offers schools affordable subscription-based Finance, HR
& Payroll transactional shared services that includes shared technical IT and operational
support services. Xentrall first discussed its cloud shared services initiative in April
2011, and by the beginning of November this year 13 schools had signed up to the services
with ten of them already live. The Academies are already benefiting from the rich
functionality and flexibility of Agresso Business World in the cloud, delivering the
control and visibility of resources they need to create exceptional educational
facilities.

    The Academies Programme lets UK schools opt to receive funding directly from central
government to independently manage their own affairs rather than relying on local
authority services and national curriculum guidelines. Like other public sector
organizations they need to find suppliers that can help them lower costs and increase
performance. Xentrall's services, underpinned by Shared Journey, are proving to be a
popular choice amongst schools looking to deliver against this objective. Word of mouth on
the expected benefits of the service has led other public sector organizations, including
councils, to invite Xentrall to bid to supply their back-office transactional systems
also.

    "We have been very pleased by the uptake of the services so far and hope that we will
come to be seen as a benchmark for other public sector organizations setting up shared
services in the cloud," said Ian Coxon, Head of Transactional Services at Xentrall. "It
demonstrates that in the new economy there is appetite for innovative operating models and
technologies. UNIT4's Shared Journey is at the forefront, combining two of the pillars
that the government is heralding as central to efficiency - shared-services and the cloud.
We have been told that this, along with Xentrall's shared-services heritage and
not-for-profit status, makes the services attractive to public sector organizations
looking to adapt to funding challenges."

    As Shared Journey is cloud based it allows Xentrall to rapidly scale to meet demand
while the Academies only pay for what they use. There is no capital outlay and no
redundant capacity and the flexibility of Agresso means that the cost of tailoring the
solution to each Academy's specific needs remains low.

    "We are receiving enquiries from other public sector organizations that are concerned
about the extra cost of maintaining their 'big-brand' ERP shared services," said Ton
Dobbe, VP Product at UNIT4. "Organizations have spent too long re-engineering themselves
to fit their legacy ERP and we know many are concerned about the forced upgrade path of
some ERP vendors because it is such a major financial commitment both now and in the long
term. There are alternatives and we are having many more conversations with prospects
about cloud computing because it can help provide the required flexibility and
efficiencies the public sector craves."

    About UNIT4

    UNIT4 [http://www.unit4.com ] is a global business software and services company aimed
at helping dynamic public sector, and commercial services organizations to embrace change
simply, quickly and cost effectively in a market sector it calls 'Businesses Living IN
Change' (BLINC)(TM). The Group incorporates a number of the world's leading change
embracing software brands including Agresso Business World, our flagship ERP suite for
mid-sized services intensive organizations and Coda, our best-of-class financial
management software.

    With operations in 17 European countries, as well as 7 countries across North America,
Asia Pacific and Africa and sales activities in several other countries, its revenue was
EUR421.7 million in 2010. UNIT4 is headquartered in Sliedrecht, the Netherlands and has
over 4,000 employees. It is listed on Euronext Amsterdam and is included in the Amsterdam
Midcap Index (AMX). For more information on UNIT4 or any of its operating companies,
please visit the website at http://www.unit4.com, follow us on Twitter @UNIT4_Group or
contact:

   
    Emma Keates
    Group PR Manager, UNIT4
    +44(0)1423-537977
    Emma.keates@unit4.com

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SAIC, Enova Energy Group, The Carlyle Group Launch $225 Million Plainfield Renewable Energy Biomass Project

SAIC, The Carlyle Energy Mezzanine Opportunities Group To Provide Financing for Enova Energy Group Project; SAIC To Provide Engineering, Procurement and Construction Services

Certified Renewable Energy To Power Equivalent of 37,000 Homes

Project To Create 400 Jobs - 300 Construction, 100 Permanent

PLAINFIELD, Conn., Jan. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) (NYSE: SAI) and the Carlyle Energy Mezzanine Opportunities Group (Carlyle) today announced an agreement to provide financing for construction of the $225 million Plainfield Renewable Energy (PRE) biomass project. SAIC will also provide engineering, procurement, and construction services for the project under a fixed-price, date certain contract. The PRE project is owned by a subsidiary of Enova Energy Group and located on a 27-acre site in Plainfield, Connecticut. The plant will employ Best Available Control Technology (BACT) to control emissions and is fully certified as a renewable power source in the State of Connecticut. The project will create 400 jobs -- 300 during the two-years of construction and 100 direct and indirect permanent positions.

The PRE project will generate 37.5 megawatts (net) of clean energy to power the equivalent of 37,000 homes.  The project will consume wood readily available from various sources such as construction and demolition (C&D) debris, recycled wood pallets, and land clearing materials. Connecticut Light & Power will purchase power from the plant based on a 15-year off-take agreement, utilizing the plant's status as a renewable power source. The PRE project has all necessary permits to construct the facility and anticipates completion in December 2013.

The New England region has long been a leader in materials recycling, with the PRE project supporting that through the consumption of wood waste to produce renewable energy through a unique, proven and low-risk gasification process. The plant's location is also advantageous as a beneficial re-use of a former Superfund site.

"This project is great news for Plainfield, the region, and the state.  It will create 400 jobs, bring more than $800,000 per year of tax revenues to the town, and increase the supply of electricity to the region. It represents exactly the type of renewable energy projects that the state should attract," said the Town of Plainfield First Selectman Paul Sweet.

"At SAIC, we help our customers tackle the growing need for a renewable and secure energy supply. This project requires an integrated set of capabilities across our energy, environment and infrastructure organization and will result in an innovative biomass facility that contributes to a secure and clean energy supply in the New England region," said J.T. Grumski, SAIC Senior Vice President and Business Unit General Manager.

"Enova is proud to work with SAIC and Carlyle on this state-of-the-art project that will not only power the community but also create jobs, foster economic growth, and promote a better world in which to live," said Zachary Steele, Chief Executive Officer of Enova Energy Group.

"We are pleased to provide financing for an important renewable power generation project at a time when other traditional sources of capital are withdrawing from the market.  This transaction exemplifies our ability to find creative solutions and execute quickly for the right project," said David Albert, Managing Director of Carlyle's Energy Mezzanine Opportunities Group.

About SAIC

SAIC is a FORTUNE 500® scientific, engineering and technology applications company that uses its deep domain knowledge to solve problems of vital importance to the nation and the world, in national security, energy & environment, health, and cybersecurity. The company's approximately 41,000 employees serve customers in the U.S. Department of Defense, the intelligence community, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, other U.S. Government civil agencies and selected commercial markets. Headquartered in McLean, Va., SAIC had annual revenues of approximately $11 billion for its fiscal year ended January 31, 2011.  For more information, visit http://www.saic.com. 

SAIC:  From Science to Solutions®

About Enova Energy Group LLC

Enova Energy Group is leading independent power producer of clean energy projects and provides innovative and strategic energy solutions throughout North America. Enova is focused on renewable energy technologies in areas such as biomass, solar, and cogeneration. The company provides development, financing, and operational expertise for renewable energy projects and offers turn-key solutions for projects at any phase of development. To learn more, visit http://www.enovaenergygroup.com. 

About The Carlyle Group

The Carlyle Group is a global alternative asset manager with $148 billion of assets under management in 89 active funds and 52 fund of fund vehicles as of September 30, 2011. Carlyle invests across four segments - Corporate Private Equity, Real Assets, Global Market Strategies and Fund of Funds Solutions -- in Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East, North America and South America. Carlyle has developed expertise in various industries, including: aerospace, defense & government services, consumer & retail, energy, financial services, healthcare, industrial, technology & business services, telecommunications & media and transportation. The Carlyle Group employs more than 1,200 people in 33 offices across six continents. Web: http://www.carlyle.com; Case Studies: http://www.carlylegroupcreatesvalue.com; Video: http://www.youtube.com/OneCarlyle

Statements in this announcement, other than historical data and information, constitute forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause our actual results, performance, achievements, or industry results to be very different from the results, performance, or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Some of these factors include, but are not limited to, the risk factors set forth in SAIC's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the period ended January 31, 2011, and other such filings that SAIC makes with the SEC from time to time. Due to such uncertainties and risks, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof.

Contacts:

SAIC
Melissa Koskovich
703-676-6762
Koskovichm@saic.com

Enova
Jessica Seligman
561-281-2657
JSeligman@Cobalt-Publicrelations.com

The Carlyle Group
Liz Gill
202-729-5385
Elizabeth.gill@carlyle.com

SOURCE  SAIC

SAIC

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

Qualcomm Chairman and CEO and Executives to Showcase How to Amplify your Digital Lifestyle at CES 2012

    WHO:                          Dr. Paul E. Jacobs, chairman and CEO,
                                  and Qualcomm executives

                                  Qualcomm will unveil its latest news and
                                  product announcements, as well as speak
                                  to the Company's vision and the
                                  anticipated global impact of mobile in
    WHAT:                         the era of mobile computing

    WHEN:                         January 10-13, 2012 @ CES in Las Vegas,
                                  NV

    WHERE:                       CES 2012, Las Vegas Convention Center,
                                  Qualcomm Exhibit, South Hall 3, Upper
                                  Level #30313

                                  In addition the Qualcomm Life group will
                                  be demonstrating its wireless health
                                  platform at the Digital Health Summit,
                                  LVCC, North Hall, Lower Level, Booth
                                  3231, and Qualcomm Technology Licensing
                                  will demonstrate wireless electric
                                  vehicle charging in the GoElectricDrive
                                  Tech Zone, LVCC, North Hall, Booth 6427

                                  Dr. Paul E. Jacobs' Opening Day CES
                                  Keynote Address: Qualcomm's Chairman
                                  and CEO Dr. Paul E. Jacobs will explore
                                  the role mobile technology plays in
                                  global innovation, emerging markets and
                                  economic growth. The address will
                                  include a performance by
                                  internationally acclaimed dance troupe
                                  and headliners at Monte Carlo Resort
                                  and Casino, the Jabbawockeez, whose
                                  fluid urban dance and breakdance-
                                  inspired steps will visually enforce
                                  the ability of mobile to "move"
    KEYNOTE:                      everybody

                                  When: Tuesday, January 10 @ 8:30 a.m.
                                  PST
                                  Where: The Venetian, Level 5, Palazzo
                                  Ballroom

                                  Smartphone & Tablet Conference (Digital
                                  Hollywood): Director of Marketing for
                                  Qualcomm's Global Market Development
                                  Group Gary Brotman will participate in
                                  a panel titled "The Smartphone - Tablet
                                  Economy: Apps, Devices, Commerce the
    EVENTS:                       Consumer Obsession"

                                 When: Monday, January 9 @ 10 a.m. PST
                                 Where: LVCC, North Hall, #N261

                                  Pepcom Digital Experience: Qualcomm will
                                  exhibit Snapdragon-based devices,
                                  Tagg-The Pet Tracker and mirasol
                                  display technology
                                 ----------------------------------------
                                 When: Monday, January 9 @ 7 p.m. PST
                                 Where: MGM Hotel, The Grand Ballroom

                                  Alistair Overreem Booth Appearance: Come
                                  see multiple combat champion and UFC
                                  fighter, Alistair "The Reem" Overreem,
                                  in the Qualcomm booth playing the game
                                  "Fight Game Heroes" vs Qualcomm
                                  executives (Alistair is one of the
                                  characters in the game)
                                 ----------------------------------------
                                  When: Tuesday, January 10 @ 2-3 p.m.
                                  PST, Wednesday, January 11 @10:30 -
                                  11:30 a.m. PST, Thursday, January 12 @
                                  2-3 p.m. PST
                                  Where: LVCC, South Hall 3, Upper Level
                                  #30313

                                  "Navigating the Connected Home":
                                  Qualcomm Atheros President Craig
                                  Barratt will participate in a panel
                                  discussing the connected home
                                 ------------------------------------
                                 When: Wednesday, January 11 @ 3 p.m. PST
                                 Where: LVCC, North Hall, N260

                                  Digital Health Summit: Qualcomm's Vice
                                  President of Wireless Health, Global
                                  Strategy and Market Development Don
                                  Jones will discuss the state of the
                                  wireless health industry during his
                                  Digital Health Summit keynote
                                 ---------------------------------------
                                 When: Thursday, January 12 @ 9 a.m. PST
                                 Where: LVCC, North Hall, N250C

                                  IEEE International Conference of
                                  Emerging Signal Processing
                                  Applications: Qualcomm's Vice President
                                  of Product Management Raj Talluri will
                                  participate in a keynote at the IEEE
                                  International Conference of Emerging
                                  Signal Processing Applications
                                 ----------------------------------------
                                 When: Thursday, January 12 @ 9 a.m. PST
                                 Where: LVCC, North Hall, N260

    SOCIAL                        Follow Qualcomm on Twitter and Facebook
                                  for up-to-the-minute updates on the
                                  keynote
    MEDIA:                        and relevant CES news. Also check out
                                  our OnQ blog and our CES webpage.

Qualcomm Incorporated
5775 Morehouse Drive
San Diego, CA 92121-1714
(858) 651-9589
http://www.qualcomm.com

/PRNewswire -- Jan. 5, 2012/

SOURCE  Qualcomm Incorporated

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