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December 27, 2011
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Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 27, 2011 at 10:35:01 AM
Ronald McDonald House Charities® of the New York Tri-State Area Launches Skype(TM) Program to Connect Families With Their Loved Ones
ROSELAND, N.J., Dec. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Ronald McDonald House Charities® of the New York Tri-State Area (RMHC®-NYTSA) announced the launch of a new Skype(TM) program aimed to provide families that are staying at local Houses the opportunity to connect with their loved ones back home. The program which will be executed in the New Brunswick, Long Branch and Long Island Ronald McDonald House locations, will provide families with Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1(TM), one of the thinnest and lightest mobile tablets in the world in order for them to connect with relatives and friends during the holiday season and thereafter.
"We are so excited to be able to offer this resource to our families," said Corrine LeBaron, Executive Director of the Ronald McDonald Houses of New Brunswick and Long Branch. "The comfort of loved ones is key to the healing process and through the implementation of this program we can put a smile on the faces of our families when they need it most."
Each Ronald McDonald House around the world provides a "home away from home" for families of seriously ill children receiving treatment at nearby hospitals, with the mission of keeping them together during extremely difficult circumstances. For those friends and relatives back home who are unable to remain with their loved ones, the Skype program will enable them to keep in touch regularly by utilizing mobile technology.
"This program allows us to provide a vehicle to keep families in touch with one another during a difficult time in their lives," said Matthew Campo, Executive Director of the Ronald McDonald House of Long Island. "Establishing a way to connect these families with their biggest support system will enable them to take their minds off of their child, sibling or relative who is undergoing treatment and focus their thoughts in a positive direction."
Each House participating in the program will receive two 16GB 10" Samsung Galaxy tablets along with directions on how to operate the tablets and Skype application, so they can assist families who will be utilizing the equipment in the coming months.
About Ronald McDonald House Charities of the New York Tri-State Area
The Ronald McDonald House Charities of the New York Tri-State Area is working to better the lives of children and their families in our communities, by creating and supporting programs that directly improve the health and well-being of children in the areas of health, education, the arts, and civic and social services. Since 1992, RMHC-NYTSA has provided more than $10 million dollars to local non-profit organizations whose programs improve the well-being of children and their families. For further information on the Ronald McDonald House Charities New York Tri-State Area, visit http://www.rmhc.org or call 973.287.1476
SOURCE Ronald McDonald House Charities of the New York Tri-State Area
Ronald McDonald House Charities of the New York Tri-State Area
CONTACT: Danielle Novick, MWW Group, +1-646-215-6881, dnovick@mww.com
Web Site: http://www.rmhc.org
ROSELAND, N.J., Dec. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Ronald McDonald House Charities® of the New York Tri-State Area (RMHC®-NYTSA) announced the launch of a new Skype(TM) program aimed to provide families that are staying at local Houses the opportunity to connect with their loved ones back home. The program which will be executed in the New Brunswick, Long Branch and Long Island Ronald McDonald House locations, will provide families with Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1(TM), one of the thinnest and lightest mobile tablets in the world in order for them to connect with relatives and friends during the holiday season and thereafter.
"We are so excited to be able to offer this resource to our families," said Corrine LeBaron, Executive Director of the Ronald McDonald Houses of New Brunswick and Long Branch. "The comfort of loved ones is key to the healing process and through the implementation of this program we can put a smile on the faces of our families when they need it most."
Each Ronald McDonald House around the world provides a "home away from home" for families of seriously ill children receiving treatment at nearby hospitals, with the mission of keeping them together during extremely difficult circumstances. For those friends and relatives back home who are unable to remain with their loved ones, the Skype program will enable them to keep in touch regularly by utilizing mobile technology.
"This program allows us to provide a vehicle to keep families in touch with one another during a difficult time in their lives," said Matthew Campo, Executive Director of the Ronald McDonald House of Long Island. "Establishing a way to connect these families with their biggest support system will enable them to take their minds off of their child, sibling or relative who is undergoing treatment and focus their thoughts in a positive direction."
Each House participating in the program will receive two 16GB 10" Samsung Galaxy tablets along with directions on how to operate the tablets and Skype application, so they can assist families who will be utilizing the equipment in the coming months.
About Ronald McDonald House Charities of the New York Tri-State Area
The Ronald McDonald House Charities of the New York Tri-State Area is working to better the lives of children and their families in our communities, by creating and supporting programs that directly improve the health and well-being of children in the areas of health, education, the arts, and civic and social services. Since 1992, RMHC-NYTSA has provided more than $10 million dollars to local non-profit organizations whose programs improve the well-being of children and their families. For further information on the Ronald McDonald House Charities New York Tri-State Area, visit http://www.rmhc.org or call 973.287.1476
SOURCE Ronald McDonald House Charities of the New York Tri-State Area
Ronald McDonald House Charities of the New York Tri-State Area
CONTACT: Danielle Novick, MWW Group, +1-646-215-6881, dnovick@mww.com
Web Site: http://www.rmhc.org
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Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 27, 2011 at 10:07:01 AM
Chili's® Grill & Bar Gives the Gift of APPetizing Features to Mobile Users
New iPhone and Android app plus enhanced mobile ordering roll out just in time for holiday smart phone recipients
DALLAS, Dec. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Chili's® Grill & Bar takes digital integration to the next level by expanding the guest experience beyond the four walls of the restaurant and right into the palm of their hands. With an estimated 142 million smart phones sold this holiday season, new iPhone and Android users as well as smart phone veterans, can now enjoy the new Chili's app, making location searches, driving directions, updated menu and online ordering available at just the push of a few buttons.
The new apps and mobile site are user-friendly with a clean interface, making it easy for new smart phone users and Digital Natives alike to search for the nearest restaurant with the geo-mapping function. Using the guest's physical location, the technology allows users to find the phone number, address and driving directions to the closest Chili's.
"With the constant evolution of technology, our world continues to receive information and entertainment at the touch of our fingertips," said Edithann Ramey, senior director of marketing for Chili's Grill & Bar. "Our guests lead busy lives and Chili's is making it easier for them to enjoy the convenience of our bold menu offerings with these enhanced applications."
Guests can peruse the menu browser option to choose exactly what they want to ease their hunger pains. Featured items for dine-in and To Go are all at the touch of a button including Chili's $20 Dinner for 2, where guests select one appetizer and two entrees for one great price, and the brand's Custom Combinations, which features any two entrees served with seasonal veggies and loaded mashed potatoes.
There are several ways to download the Chili's app. From an iPhone, go to the App Store and type in a search for "chilis." Follow the directions once the Chili's icon pops up. To download the app from a computer, visit the iTunes store at http://www.apple.com/iTunes, plug in "chilis" into the search box to access the app. From Android Market, search for "chilis" to install the free application. For other smart phone users, simply visit http://www.chilistogo.com to view the mobile site with the same online ordering functionality as the iPhone and Android app.
Chili's Grill & Bar is the flagship brand of Dallas-based Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT), a recognized leader in casual dining. Chili's offers a fun, energetic atmosphere and a distinct, fresh mix of grilled American favorites at more than 1,500 locations in 32 countries and two territories. Brinker's wholly-owned restaurant brands include Chili's® Grill & Bar and Maggiano's Little Italy®. Brinker also holds a minority investment in Romano's Macaroni Grill®.Follow news about Chili's on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/chilis, @Chilis on Twitter and on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/chilis. For more information, please visit http://www.chilis.com.
SOURCE Chili's Grill & Bar
Chili's Grill & Bar
CONTACT: Stacey Sullivan, Chili's Grill & Bar, (800) 775-7290, stacey.sullivan@brinker.com
Web Site: http://www.chilis.com
New iPhone and Android app plus enhanced mobile ordering roll out just in time for holiday smart phone recipients
DALLAS, Dec. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Chili's® Grill & Bar takes digital integration to the next level by expanding the guest experience beyond the four walls of the restaurant and right into the palm of their hands. With an estimated 142 million smart phones sold this holiday season, new iPhone and Android users as well as smart phone veterans, can now enjoy the new Chili's app, making location searches, driving directions, updated menu and online ordering available at just the push of a few buttons.
The new apps and mobile site are user-friendly with a clean interface, making it easy for new smart phone users and Digital Natives alike to search for the nearest restaurant with the geo-mapping function. Using the guest's physical location, the technology allows users to find the phone number, address and driving directions to the closest Chili's.
"With the constant evolution of technology, our world continues to receive information and entertainment at the touch of our fingertips," said Edithann Ramey, senior director of marketing for Chili's Grill & Bar. "Our guests lead busy lives and Chili's is making it easier for them to enjoy the convenience of our bold menu offerings with these enhanced applications."
Guests can peruse the menu browser option to choose exactly what they want to ease their hunger pains. Featured items for dine-in and To Go are all at the touch of a button including Chili's $20 Dinner for 2, where guests select one appetizer and two entrees for one great price, and the brand's Custom Combinations, which features any two entrees served with seasonal veggies and loaded mashed potatoes.
There are several ways to download the Chili's app. From an iPhone, go to the App Store and type in a search for "chilis." Follow the directions once the Chili's icon pops up. To download the app from a computer, visit the iTunes store at http://www.apple.com/iTunes, plug in "chilis" into the search box to access the app. From Android Market, search for "chilis" to install the free application. For other smart phone users, simply visit http://www.chilistogo.com to view the mobile site with the same online ordering functionality as the iPhone and Android app.
Chili's Grill & Bar is the flagship brand of Dallas-based Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT), a recognized leader in casual dining. Chili's offers a fun, energetic atmosphere and a distinct, fresh mix of grilled American favorites at more than 1,500 locations in 32 countries and two territories. Brinker's wholly-owned restaurant brands include Chili's® Grill & Bar and Maggiano's Little Italy®. Brinker also holds a minority investment in Romano's Macaroni Grill®.Follow news about Chili's on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/chilis, @Chilis on Twitter and on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/chilis. For more information, please visit http://www.chilis.com.
SOURCE Chili's Grill & Bar
Chili's Grill & Bar
CONTACT: Stacey Sullivan, Chili's Grill & Bar, (800) 775-7290, stacey.sullivan@brinker.com
Web Site: http://www.chilis.com
US Highland, Inc. Demonstrates Understanding of the Multibillion Dollar Value of Social Media by Retaining a Top Rated Marketing/Management Firm to Expand Brand Awareness
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 27, 2011 at 9:07:01 AM
US Highland, Inc. Demonstrates Understanding of the Multibillion Dollar Value of Social Media by Retaining a Top Rated Marketing/Management Firm to Expand Brand Awareness
TULSA, Okla., Dec. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- US Highland (UHLN) http://www.ushighland.com announced today they are adding social media marketing to its brand awareness campaigns.
Previously, the company has used direct sponsorship of events such as the UFC to generate promotion of its brand. Moving forward, social media marketing will become an integral part of the Company's goal of establishing US Highland as the premiere brand for high performance single cylinder and V-twin American Made Performance(TM) powertrains.
The top 5 Social Media companies combined have 777 million unique daily visitors as reported in http://www.searchenginejournal.com/the-growth-of-social-media-an-infographic/32788/. US Highland believes the incorporation of Twitter, Facebook and other social media platforms like MotoZania, http://www.motozania.com, will extend the company's reach and brand message to their target markets. They will partner with Walsh:Barnes Interactive to launch the social media initiative. Walsh:Barnes is an interactive agency specializing in website design, social media consulting and search engine marketing. Walsh:Barnes will manage all US Highland social media channels and establish a presence and an audience for the company within the social media space.
Rob Harris, Chairman of the US Highland Board of Directors said, "I am extremely excited that US Highland's Investors, Customers, Prospects, and Industry followers will be able to interact with US Highland at will." Mr. Harris went on to say, "it is extremely important to receive feedback from the industry regarding US Highland."
"Social Media is clearly the biggest paradigm shift since the industrial revolution. We are very pleased to be working with Walsh:Barnes on this critically important aspect of our business," says US Highland President & CEO John R. Fitzpatrick, III. Mr. Fitzpatrick went on to say, "Everyone with an interest in US Highland will soon be able to follow us on a variety of social media to stay up to date with US Highland activities.
About US Highland, Inc.
US Highland, Inc., is a US based designer and manufacturer of high performance, premium quality powertrains and motorcycles. For additional information concerning US Highland visit http://www.ushighland.com.
Forward-looking Statement:
This release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain as they are based on current expectations and assumptions concerning future events of future performance of the company. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which are only predictions and speak only as of the date hereof. In evaluation such statements, prospective investors should review carefully various risks and uncertainties identified in this release and matters set in the company's SEC filings. These risks and uncertainties could cause the company's actual results to differ materially from those indicated in the forward-looking statements.
SOURCE US Highland, Inc.
US Highland, Inc.
CONTACT: CONTACT: US Highland, Inc., +1-918-827-5254, ir@ushighland.com
Web Site: http://www.ushighland.com
TULSA, Okla., Dec. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- US Highland (UHLN) http://www.ushighland.com announced today they are adding social media marketing to its brand awareness campaigns.
Previously, the company has used direct sponsorship of events such as the UFC to generate promotion of its brand. Moving forward, social media marketing will become an integral part of the Company's goal of establishing US Highland as the premiere brand for high performance single cylinder and V-twin American Made Performance(TM) powertrains.
The top 5 Social Media companies combined have 777 million unique daily visitors as reported in http://www.searchenginejournal.com/the-growth-of-social-media-an-infographic/32788/. US Highland believes the incorporation of Twitter, Facebook and other social media platforms like MotoZania, http://www.motozania.com, will extend the company's reach and brand message to their target markets. They will partner with Walsh:Barnes Interactive to launch the social media initiative. Walsh:Barnes is an interactive agency specializing in website design, social media consulting and search engine marketing. Walsh:Barnes will manage all US Highland social media channels and establish a presence and an audience for the company within the social media space.
Rob Harris, Chairman of the US Highland Board of Directors said, "I am extremely excited that US Highland's Investors, Customers, Prospects, and Industry followers will be able to interact with US Highland at will." Mr. Harris went on to say, "it is extremely important to receive feedback from the industry regarding US Highland."
"Social Media is clearly the biggest paradigm shift since the industrial revolution. We are very pleased to be working with Walsh:Barnes on this critically important aspect of our business," says US Highland President & CEO John R. Fitzpatrick, III. Mr. Fitzpatrick went on to say, "Everyone with an interest in US Highland will soon be able to follow us on a variety of social media to stay up to date with US Highland activities.
About US Highland, Inc.
US Highland, Inc., is a US based designer and manufacturer of high performance, premium quality powertrains and motorcycles. For additional information concerning US Highland visit http://www.ushighland.com.
Forward-looking Statement:
This release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain as they are based on current expectations and assumptions concerning future events of future performance of the company. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which are only predictions and speak only as of the date hereof. In evaluation such statements, prospective investors should review carefully various risks and uncertainties identified in this release and matters set in the company's SEC filings. These risks and uncertainties could cause the company's actual results to differ materially from those indicated in the forward-looking statements.
SOURCE US Highland, Inc.
US Highland, Inc.
CONTACT: CONTACT: US Highland, Inc., +1-918-827-5254, ir@ushighland.com
Web Site: http://www.ushighland.com
4Videosoft Newly Updates All Mac iPad 2 Transfer Products
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 27, 2011 at 9:07:01 AM
4Videosoft Newly Updates All Mac iPad 2 Transfer Products
BEIJING, Dec. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- With the development of the devices of Apple, such as the iPad 2, 4Videosoft recently updated all Mac iPad 2 transfer products. These top Mac iPad 2 products will definitely enrich your iPad 2's life.
4Videosoft's Mac iPad 2 Manager Platinum is comprehensive and powerful, with which users can freely transfer video, audio, photo, TV shows, Podcasts, iTunes U, ringtones, SMS (MMS), contacts, voice memos, camera shots and camera roll, among others, from the iPad 2 to a Mac and iTunes as the database. As the best Mac iPad 2 transfer software, this Mac iPad 2 Manager Platinum can also help you transfer files to the iPad 2 from a Mac and transfer files between different Apple devices onto a Mac. 4Videosoft's Mac iPad 2 Manager Platinum is highly compatible with all Apple devices, and supports iOS 5.0.
Additionally, this Mac iPad 2 transfer software provides the function of converting any popular DVD and video files to the video and audio formats supported on the iPad 2. You can optimize the video effect and create personalized iPhone ringtones with this iPad 2 transferring software for Mac.
Moreover, this Mac iPad 2 transfer software can help you repair your device when the iTunes database of your iPad 2 or other Apple devices are damaged. You can also use this iPad 2 transfer for Mac software to edit the ID3 information of your device, like name, artist, album, track number, lyrics, etc.
Once you own this powerful Mac iPad 2 Manager Platinum, you can easily transfer and manage all your iPad 2 files and fully enjoy the iPad 2. For More information about this software, please visit: http://www.4videosoft.com/ipad-2-manager-for-mac/
Plus, if you want to get more Mac iPad 2 products, you can visit the following website: http://www.4videosoft.com/products-ipad-2-mac.html
System Requirements
OS Supported: Mac OS X v10.4 - 10.7
Hardware 512MB RAM, Super VGA (800×600) resolution, 16-bit
Requirements: graphics card or higher
About 4Videosoft Studio
4Videosoft Studio is a professional multimedia software provider, which aims to constantly produce excellent multimedia desktop applications for all Windows and Mac users, so as to give 4Videosoft users an unparalleled digital life. With advanced technologies, a dedicated R&D team and a progressive spirit, it can always bring multimedia users various surprises and excellent audiovisual experiences. For more information, please visit: http://www.4videosoft.com
SOURCE Harbour Software
Harbour Software
CONTACT: Darcy Gao, +86-18701489910, or pr@4videosoft.com
Web Site: http://www.4videosoft.com/products-ipad-2-mac.html
BEIJING, Dec. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- With the development of the devices of Apple, such as the iPad 2, 4Videosoft recently updated all Mac iPad 2 transfer products. These top Mac iPad 2 products will definitely enrich your iPad 2's life.
4Videosoft's Mac iPad 2 Manager Platinum is comprehensive and powerful, with which users can freely transfer video, audio, photo, TV shows, Podcasts, iTunes U, ringtones, SMS (MMS), contacts, voice memos, camera shots and camera roll, among others, from the iPad 2 to a Mac and iTunes as the database. As the best Mac iPad 2 transfer software, this Mac iPad 2 Manager Platinum can also help you transfer files to the iPad 2 from a Mac and transfer files between different Apple devices onto a Mac. 4Videosoft's Mac iPad 2 Manager Platinum is highly compatible with all Apple devices, and supports iOS 5.0.
Additionally, this Mac iPad 2 transfer software provides the function of converting any popular DVD and video files to the video and audio formats supported on the iPad 2. You can optimize the video effect and create personalized iPhone ringtones with this iPad 2 transferring software for Mac.
Moreover, this Mac iPad 2 transfer software can help you repair your device when the iTunes database of your iPad 2 or other Apple devices are damaged. You can also use this iPad 2 transfer for Mac software to edit the ID3 information of your device, like name, artist, album, track number, lyrics, etc.
Once you own this powerful Mac iPad 2 Manager Platinum, you can easily transfer and manage all your iPad 2 files and fully enjoy the iPad 2. For More information about this software, please visit: http://www.4videosoft.com/ipad-2-manager-for-mac/
Plus, if you want to get more Mac iPad 2 products, you can visit the following website: http://www.4videosoft.com/products-ipad-2-mac.html
System Requirements
OS Supported: Mac OS X v10.4 - 10.7
Hardware 512MB RAM, Super VGA (800×600) resolution, 16-bit
Requirements: graphics card or higher
About 4Videosoft Studio
4Videosoft Studio is a professional multimedia software provider, which aims to constantly produce excellent multimedia desktop applications for all Windows and Mac users, so as to give 4Videosoft users an unparalleled digital life. With advanced technologies, a dedicated R&D team and a progressive spirit, it can always bring multimedia users various surprises and excellent audiovisual experiences. For more information, please visit: http://www.4videosoft.com
SOURCE Harbour Software
Harbour Software
CONTACT: Darcy Gao, +86-18701489910, or pr@4videosoft.com
Web Site: http://www.4videosoft.com/products-ipad-2-mac.html
Pandora Launches Web Hub Featuring Exclusive Live Concert Video Series and Mixtape
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 27, 2011 at 8:35:01 AM
Pandora Launches Web Hub Featuring Exclusive Live Concert Video Series and Mixtape
OAKLAND, Calif., Dec. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Pandora (NYSE: P), the leading personalized radio service, today announced an online extension of the free, live concert series that the company debuted earlier in the month. The Pandora live concert series hub, currently sponsored by Budweiser, can be accessed at: http://www.pandora.com/pandorapresents.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110615/SF20192LOGO)
The live concert series launched in Portland, Ore. on December 13 with Dawes, an emerging rock band from Southern California. As the official launch sponsor, Budweiser presented the inaugural concert free of charge to more than 230 fans, and is now bringing the experience online via the dedicated hub.
All artists that participate in Pandora's live concert series will be showcased on the hub. The hub currently consists of behind-the-scenes video content from the Dawes concert, including: interviews with the band and fans, the band as they tour Portland, Pandora Founder Tim Westergren interacting with the band and highlights from the evening. The hub also features a curated mixtape with up to 100 songs selected by the band and Pandora music analysts.
Senior Vice President of Strategic Solutions Heidi Browning said, "We're very excited to have Budweiser as our official launch partner of Pandora's personalized, live concert series. Through this partnership we're able to give fans a great experience both online and offline. Our collaboration is proof that Pandora is a valuable platform for connecting brands, bands, and fans."
"Music is a universal passion that unites people, and Budweiser's ties to music run deep," said Rob McCarthy, vice president of Budweiser. "We're excited to assist Pandora in bringing this unique concert series to life, and to connect their local listeners with bands they love."
Pandora determines the right mix of artists and locations for the live concert series from a unique collection of spin and thumbs-up data. True to Pandora's philosophy of personalization, listeners who have created stations and thumbed-up songs for a specific artist or similar artists are invited to attend these exclusive free shows. Pandora listeners can look forward to more of these types of concerts in different cities across the country in 2012.
ABOUT PANDORA
Pandora (NYSE: P) gives people music they love anytime, anywhere, through connected devices. (OK, we've added comedy as well so we're also up for playing some jokes you'll love.) Personalized stations launch instantly with the input of a single "seed" - a favorite artist, song or genre. The Music Genome Project®, a deeply detailed hand-built musical taxonomy, powers the personalization of Pandora® internet radio by using musicological "DNA" and constant listener feedback to craft personalized stations from a growing collection of hundreds of thousands of recordings. Tens of millions of people in the U.S. turn on Pandora to hear music they love. http://www.pandora.com
SOURCE Pandora
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110615/SF20192LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Pandora
CONTACT: Francisca Fanucchi, Manager, Corporate Communications and Public Relations, press@pandora.com, +1-510-344-7735, Deborah Roth, Vice President, Corporate Communications and Public Relations, press@pandora.com, +1-510-842-7928; or Dominic Paschel, Vice President, Corporate Finance and Investor Relations, investor@pandora.com, +1-510-842-6960
Web Site: http://www.pandora.com
OAKLAND, Calif., Dec. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Pandora (NYSE: P), the leading personalized radio service, today announced an online extension of the free, live concert series that the company debuted earlier in the month. The Pandora live concert series hub, currently sponsored by Budweiser, can be accessed at: http://www.pandora.com/pandorapresents.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110615/SF20192LOGO)
The live concert series launched in Portland, Ore. on December 13 with Dawes, an emerging rock band from Southern California. As the official launch sponsor, Budweiser presented the inaugural concert free of charge to more than 230 fans, and is now bringing the experience online via the dedicated hub.
All artists that participate in Pandora's live concert series will be showcased on the hub. The hub currently consists of behind-the-scenes video content from the Dawes concert, including: interviews with the band and fans, the band as they tour Portland, Pandora Founder Tim Westergren interacting with the band and highlights from the evening. The hub also features a curated mixtape with up to 100 songs selected by the band and Pandora music analysts.
Senior Vice President of Strategic Solutions Heidi Browning said, "We're very excited to have Budweiser as our official launch partner of Pandora's personalized, live concert series. Through this partnership we're able to give fans a great experience both online and offline. Our collaboration is proof that Pandora is a valuable platform for connecting brands, bands, and fans."
"Music is a universal passion that unites people, and Budweiser's ties to music run deep," said Rob McCarthy, vice president of Budweiser. "We're excited to assist Pandora in bringing this unique concert series to life, and to connect their local listeners with bands they love."
Pandora determines the right mix of artists and locations for the live concert series from a unique collection of spin and thumbs-up data. True to Pandora's philosophy of personalization, listeners who have created stations and thumbed-up songs for a specific artist or similar artists are invited to attend these exclusive free shows. Pandora listeners can look forward to more of these types of concerts in different cities across the country in 2012.
ABOUT PANDORA
Pandora (NYSE: P) gives people music they love anytime, anywhere, through connected devices. (OK, we've added comedy as well so we're also up for playing some jokes you'll love.) Personalized stations launch instantly with the input of a single "seed" - a favorite artist, song or genre. The Music Genome Project®, a deeply detailed hand-built musical taxonomy, powers the personalization of Pandora® internet radio by using musicological "DNA" and constant listener feedback to craft personalized stations from a growing collection of hundreds of thousands of recordings. Tens of millions of people in the U.S. turn on Pandora to hear music they love. http://www.pandora.com
SOURCE Pandora
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110615/SF20192LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Pandora
CONTACT: Francisca Fanucchi, Manager, Corporate Communications and Public Relations, press@pandora.com, +1-510-344-7735, Deborah Roth, Vice President, Corporate Communications and Public Relations, press@pandora.com, +1-510-842-7928; or Dominic Paschel, Vice President, Corporate Finance and Investor Relations, investor@pandora.com, +1-510-842-6960
Web Site: http://www.pandora.com
Alon Holdings Blue Square Announces Signing of an Agreement With Partner Communications Company for Launching MVNO Services
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 27, 2011 at 7:35:01 AM
Alon Holdings Blue Square Announces Signing of an Agreement With Partner Communications Company for Launching MVNO Services
ROSH HAAYIN, Israel, December 27, 2011/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --
Alon Holdings Blue Square-Israel Ltd. (NYSE: BSI) (hereinafter: "Alon Holdings")
announced today that further to the MOU which was signed on March 23, 2011 between Alon
Cellular Ltd. controlled by the Company ("Alon Cellular") and Partner Communication
Company Ltd. ("Partner"), as reported by the Company on 24 March, 2011, and in connection
with the Company's plans to enter the cellular communication market by becoming a Mobile
Virtual Network Operator ("MVNO"), Alon Cellular and Partner have entered into an
agreement ("the Agreement"), for launching cellular services in an MVNO model, which will
enable Alon Cellular to offer cellular services to end users. The launch date of such
services shall be coordinated between Alon Cellular and Partner.
Under the Agreement, the payments by Alon Cellular to Partner (except for certain
payments of immaterial amounts) shall be in accordance with the actual usage of traffic
(i.e, calls, SMS's, MMS's and data) by Alon Cellular's end users, as elaborated in the
Agreement.
The term of the Agreement is for 3 years, with an option of Alon Cellular to extend
the term by one additional year. In addition, Alon Cellular has the option to terminate
the Agreement, at any time, against payment to Partner of an immaterial amount.
Launching the services under the Agreement, and the scope of the services provided,
are at the full discretion of Alon Cellular and will depend, among other things, on future
market conditions.
Alon Holdings Blue Square- Israel Ltd. (hereinafter: "Alon Holdings") is the leading
retail company in the State of Israel and operates in four reporting segments: In its
supermarket segment, Alon Holdings, through its 100% subsidiary, Mega Retail Ltd.,
currently operates 211 supermarkets under different formats, each offering a wide range of
food products, "Near Food" products and "Non-Food" products at varying levels of service
and pricing. In its "Non-Food" segment, Alon Holdings, through its 100% subsidiary BEE
Group Retail Ltd., operates specialist outlets in self operation and franchises and offers
a wide range of "Non-Food" products as retailer and wholesaler. In the Commercial and
Fueling Sites segment, through its 78.38% subsidiary, which is listed on the Tel Aviv
stock exchange ("TASE"), Dor Alon Energy in Israel (1988) Ltd is one of the four largest
fuel retail companies in Israel based on the number of petrol stations and a leader in the
field of convenience stores. Dor Alon operates a chain of 193 petrol stations and 195
convenience stores in different formats in Israel. In its Real Estate segment, Alon
Holdings, through its TASE traded 78.26% subsidiary Blue Square Real Estate Ltd., owns,
leases and develops yield generating commercial properties and projects.
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of safe
harbor provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.
Forward-looking statements may include, but are not limited to, plans or projections about
our business and our future revenues, expenses and profitability. Forward-looking
statements may be, but are not necessarily, identified by the use of forward-looking
terminology such as "may," "anticipates," "estimates," "expects," "intends," "plans,"
"believes," and words and terms of similar substance. Forward-looking statements involve
known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual events,
results, performance, circumstance and achievements to be materially different from any
future events, results, performance, circumstance and achievements expressed or implied by
such forward-looking statements. These risks, uncertainties and other factors include, but
are not limited to, the following: the effect of the recession in Israel on the sales in
our stores and on our profitability; our ability to compete effectively against low-priced
supermarkets and other competitors; quarterly fluctuations in our operating results that
may cause volatility of our ADS and share price; risks associated with our dependence on a
limited number of key suppliers for products that we sell in our stores; the effect of an
increase in the minimum wage in Israel on our operating results; the effect of any actions
taken by the Israeli Antitrust Authority on our ability to execute our business strategy
and on our profitability; the effect of increases in oil, raw material and product prices
in recent years; the effects of damage to our reputation or to the reputation of our store
brands due to reports in the media or otherwise; and other risks, uncertainties and
factors disclosed in our filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC),
including, but not limited to, risks, uncertainties and factors identified under the
heading "Risk Factors" in our annual report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31,
2010. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements,
which speak only as of the date of this press release. Except for our ongoing obligations
to disclose material information under the applicable securities laws, we undertake no
obligation to update the forward-looking information contained in this press release.
Contact:
Alon Holdings Blue Square-Israel Ltd.
Ortal Klein
Corporate Secretary
Telephone: +972-9-9618504
Fax: +972-9-9618636
Email: ortal.klein@alon-oil.co.il
Source: Alon Holdings Blue Square-Israel Ltd.
ROSH HAAYIN, Israel, December 27, 2011/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --
Alon Holdings Blue Square-Israel Ltd. (NYSE: BSI) (hereinafter: "Alon Holdings")
announced today that further to the MOU which was signed on March 23, 2011 between Alon
Cellular Ltd. controlled by the Company ("Alon Cellular") and Partner Communication
Company Ltd. ("Partner"), as reported by the Company on 24 March, 2011, and in connection
with the Company's plans to enter the cellular communication market by becoming a Mobile
Virtual Network Operator ("MVNO"), Alon Cellular and Partner have entered into an
agreement ("the Agreement"), for launching cellular services in an MVNO model, which will
enable Alon Cellular to offer cellular services to end users. The launch date of such
services shall be coordinated between Alon Cellular and Partner.
Under the Agreement, the payments by Alon Cellular to Partner (except for certain
payments of immaterial amounts) shall be in accordance with the actual usage of traffic
(i.e, calls, SMS's, MMS's and data) by Alon Cellular's end users, as elaborated in the
Agreement.
The term of the Agreement is for 3 years, with an option of Alon Cellular to extend
the term by one additional year. In addition, Alon Cellular has the option to terminate
the Agreement, at any time, against payment to Partner of an immaterial amount.
Launching the services under the Agreement, and the scope of the services provided,
are at the full discretion of Alon Cellular and will depend, among other things, on future
market conditions.
Alon Holdings Blue Square- Israel Ltd. (hereinafter: "Alon Holdings") is the leading
retail company in the State of Israel and operates in four reporting segments: In its
supermarket segment, Alon Holdings, through its 100% subsidiary, Mega Retail Ltd.,
currently operates 211 supermarkets under different formats, each offering a wide range of
food products, "Near Food" products and "Non-Food" products at varying levels of service
and pricing. In its "Non-Food" segment, Alon Holdings, through its 100% subsidiary BEE
Group Retail Ltd., operates specialist outlets in self operation and franchises and offers
a wide range of "Non-Food" products as retailer and wholesaler. In the Commercial and
Fueling Sites segment, through its 78.38% subsidiary, which is listed on the Tel Aviv
stock exchange ("TASE"), Dor Alon Energy in Israel (1988) Ltd is one of the four largest
fuel retail companies in Israel based on the number of petrol stations and a leader in the
field of convenience stores. Dor Alon operates a chain of 193 petrol stations and 195
convenience stores in different formats in Israel. In its Real Estate segment, Alon
Holdings, through its TASE traded 78.26% subsidiary Blue Square Real Estate Ltd., owns,
leases and develops yield generating commercial properties and projects.
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of safe
harbor provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.
Forward-looking statements may include, but are not limited to, plans or projections about
our business and our future revenues, expenses and profitability. Forward-looking
statements may be, but are not necessarily, identified by the use of forward-looking
terminology such as "may," "anticipates," "estimates," "expects," "intends," "plans,"
"believes," and words and terms of similar substance. Forward-looking statements involve
known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual events,
results, performance, circumstance and achievements to be materially different from any
future events, results, performance, circumstance and achievements expressed or implied by
such forward-looking statements. These risks, uncertainties and other factors include, but
are not limited to, the following: the effect of the recession in Israel on the sales in
our stores and on our profitability; our ability to compete effectively against low-priced
supermarkets and other competitors; quarterly fluctuations in our operating results that
may cause volatility of our ADS and share price; risks associated with our dependence on a
limited number of key suppliers for products that we sell in our stores; the effect of an
increase in the minimum wage in Israel on our operating results; the effect of any actions
taken by the Israeli Antitrust Authority on our ability to execute our business strategy
and on our profitability; the effect of increases in oil, raw material and product prices
in recent years; the effects of damage to our reputation or to the reputation of our store
brands due to reports in the media or otherwise; and other risks, uncertainties and
factors disclosed in our filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC),
including, but not limited to, risks, uncertainties and factors identified under the
heading "Risk Factors" in our annual report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31,
2010. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements,
which speak only as of the date of this press release. Except for our ongoing obligations
to disclose material information under the applicable securities laws, we undertake no
obligation to update the forward-looking information contained in this press release.
Contact:
Alon Holdings Blue Square-Israel Ltd.
Ortal Klein
Corporate Secretary
Telephone: +972-9-9618504
Fax: +972-9-9618636
Email: ortal.klein@alon-oil.co.il
Source: Alon Holdings Blue Square-Israel Ltd.
Indoona: The New Service for Phone Calls, Video Calls and the Sending of Free Multimedia Messages Around the World From Smartphones and PCs
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 27, 2011 at 2:49:01 AM
Indoona: The New Service for Phone Calls, Video Calls and the Sending of Free Multimedia Messages Around the World From Smartphones and PCs
CAGLIARI, Italy, December 27, 2011/PRNewswire/ --
indoona is the first free application in Europe which allows phone calls, the sending
of multimedia messages and video calls free of charge to indoona users anywhere in the
world, from smartphones and PCs (Wi-Fi and 3G).
indoona combines the best communication features available today, both for voice
services and multimedia messaging,and is the ideal application for social communication. -
And with push notifications you are always reachable even if the application is turned
off. indoona is currently available for Android and iOS platforms (iPhone, iPod and iPad)
and can be downloaded from the Android Market and the App Store, or for PCs and MACs
directly from the http://www.indoona.com site.
Phone Calls
With indoona you can call other indoona users free of charge using wifi and 3G. In
addition it is also possible to call even those who have not installed the indoona
application at low cost rates with the indoonaout service.
Video calls
With indoona you can make and receive free video calls to and from other indoona
users, both through your smartphone or your own computer.
Multimedia messages
With indoona you can send multimedia messages for free; you can share your location
and send pictures and video.
The smart address book
Thanks to this feature all of the contacts in the phonebook of your smartphone and PC
are organised and synchronized in the indoona address book, so that it will be constantly
updated in order to alert you when someone has downloaded the app, and can then be called
free of charge.
indoona Out
By buying credit directly from the application or the http://www.indoona.com site, you
can call all landlines and mobile phones across the world at low cost rates for less than
1 Euro cent per minute, with no connection fee and based on the actual seconds of
conversation.
indoona number
With the indoona national number you can be called as if you were at a land line no
matter where you are; your friends, relatives, colleagues that call you from the same
country of the indoona number will always pay the same cost as that of a local phone call.
In addition, if you are abroad and you have someone call you on your indoona number you
save too, because you can be reached without incurring the cost of voice roaming. The
indoona number is available at 15 Euros for 3 months or 48 Euros for one year.
Source: Tiscali
Gianluca Nonnis, nonnis@tiscali.com, phone +39-348-7774402
CAGLIARI, Italy, December 27, 2011/PRNewswire/ --
indoona is the first free application in Europe which allows phone calls, the sending
of multimedia messages and video calls free of charge to indoona users anywhere in the
world, from smartphones and PCs (Wi-Fi and 3G).
indoona combines the best communication features available today, both for voice
services and multimedia messaging,and is the ideal application for social communication. -
And with push notifications you are always reachable even if the application is turned
off. indoona is currently available for Android and iOS platforms (iPhone, iPod and iPad)
and can be downloaded from the Android Market and the App Store, or for PCs and MACs
directly from the http://www.indoona.com site.
Phone Calls
With indoona you can call other indoona users free of charge using wifi and 3G. In
addition it is also possible to call even those who have not installed the indoona
application at low cost rates with the indoonaout service.
Video calls
With indoona you can make and receive free video calls to and from other indoona
users, both through your smartphone or your own computer.
Multimedia messages
With indoona you can send multimedia messages for free; you can share your location
and send pictures and video.
The smart address book
Thanks to this feature all of the contacts in the phonebook of your smartphone and PC
are organised and synchronized in the indoona address book, so that it will be constantly
updated in order to alert you when someone has downloaded the app, and can then be called
free of charge.
indoona Out
By buying credit directly from the application or the http://www.indoona.com site, you
can call all landlines and mobile phones across the world at low cost rates for less than
1 Euro cent per minute, with no connection fee and based on the actual seconds of
conversation.
indoona number
With the indoona national number you can be called as if you were at a land line no
matter where you are; your friends, relatives, colleagues that call you from the same
country of the indoona number will always pay the same cost as that of a local phone call.
In addition, if you are abroad and you have someone call you on your indoona number you
save too, because you can be reached without incurring the cost of voice roaming. The
indoona number is available at 15 Euros for 3 months or 48 Euros for one year.
Source: Tiscali
Gianluca Nonnis, nonnis@tiscali.com, phone +39-348-7774402
Acharger Will Present a New After-Sales Service Mode for Its Laptop Chargers to Boost B2C, B2B2C Enterprises
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 27, 2011 at 2:28:01 AM
Acharger Will Present a New After-Sales Service Mode for Its Laptop Chargers to Boost B2C, B2B2C Enterprises
BEIJING, Dec. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- The Fifth US-China Internet Industry Forum (CIIF) opened in Washington DC on Dec 7th, 2011 (local time). Meanwhile during its new product release presentation for the US market, Acharger revealed they would implement new after-sales service policy in 2012, but a concrete time and other details were unavailable at the time.
Some people in the industry thought that this was only a ploy that Acharger was using to please their new customer group, such as B2C and B2B2C enterprises, while maintaining their old customer group, such as chain stores, further reflecting it as the world's leader for universal laptop chargers. Although its parent company AATUU International Co., Limited is financially sound, if they implement the same after-sales mode as in Asia, they would be surely in trouble.
We did some research about Acharger's warranty policy in other countries. For example, some abstracts from Chinese companies such as Tencent, Alibaba, China Net, CE.cn as well as search results from Baidu as follows.
Acharger is going to implement a "Heartful Warranty" after-sales service policy.
During the warranty period, if an Acharger brand charger is found defective, the consumer does not need to wait for a repair; they can get a new one first from Acharger's service center. Furthermore, Acharger is going to build up more than 1,000 service centers of this kind to achieve the so-called "Heartful Warranty" mode.
After comparison, Acharger's new after-sales service policy is a really good thing for consumers, but it is under attack by the industry, which is resisting it.
Whether media reports or criticisms about the program are real or false doesn't matter. Consumers simply hope that there are more enterprises and brands of this kind which are consumer-oriented and offer users more convenience.
Their team motto is "Concentration Creates the Classic, Love Sculptures the Perfect", by which we are in such a mood. Consumers do want companies to hold such a spirit, don't they? But how many companies can achieve it? Most of them are interest-centered.
Occasionally there are one or two enterprises with this concept, but will they compromise under the pressure of the industry's media and the attack of social interest chains? Consumers have always supported this kind of good brand, and boycotted the bad ones, which can reward those who take responsibility for building up market's credibility.
No matter if Acharger can finally succeed in changing the digital accessories' industry's after-sales mode, many things are worthy of our thinking as consumers. What we can say is "Good luck, Acharger."
SOURCE AATUU International Co., Limited
AATUU International Co., Limited
CONTACT: Shu Yang, +86-411-3963-3116, shuyang@ibangbang.cn, for AATUU International
BEIJING, Dec. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- The Fifth US-China Internet Industry Forum (CIIF) opened in Washington DC on Dec 7th, 2011 (local time). Meanwhile during its new product release presentation for the US market, Acharger revealed they would implement new after-sales service policy in 2012, but a concrete time and other details were unavailable at the time.
Some people in the industry thought that this was only a ploy that Acharger was using to please their new customer group, such as B2C and B2B2C enterprises, while maintaining their old customer group, such as chain stores, further reflecting it as the world's leader for universal laptop chargers. Although its parent company AATUU International Co., Limited is financially sound, if they implement the same after-sales mode as in Asia, they would be surely in trouble.
We did some research about Acharger's warranty policy in other countries. For example, some abstracts from Chinese companies such as Tencent, Alibaba, China Net, CE.cn as well as search results from Baidu as follows.
Acharger is going to implement a "Heartful Warranty" after-sales service policy.
During the warranty period, if an Acharger brand charger is found defective, the consumer does not need to wait for a repair; they can get a new one first from Acharger's service center. Furthermore, Acharger is going to build up more than 1,000 service centers of this kind to achieve the so-called "Heartful Warranty" mode.
After comparison, Acharger's new after-sales service policy is a really good thing for consumers, but it is under attack by the industry, which is resisting it.
Whether media reports or criticisms about the program are real or false doesn't matter. Consumers simply hope that there are more enterprises and brands of this kind which are consumer-oriented and offer users more convenience.
Their team motto is "Concentration Creates the Classic, Love Sculptures the Perfect", by which we are in such a mood. Consumers do want companies to hold such a spirit, don't they? But how many companies can achieve it? Most of them are interest-centered.
Occasionally there are one or two enterprises with this concept, but will they compromise under the pressure of the industry's media and the attack of social interest chains? Consumers have always supported this kind of good brand, and boycotted the bad ones, which can reward those who take responsibility for building up market's credibility.
No matter if Acharger can finally succeed in changing the digital accessories' industry's after-sales mode, many things are worthy of our thinking as consumers. What we can say is "Good luck, Acharger."
SOURCE AATUU International Co., Limited
AATUU International Co., Limited
CONTACT: Shu Yang, +86-411-3963-3116, shuyang@ibangbang.cn, for AATUU International
December 26, 2011
Aiseesoft Updates Mac iPad Manager Platinum to Fully Support iOS 5
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 26, 2011 at 9:21:02 AM
Aiseesoft Updates Mac iPad Manager Platinum to Fully Support iOS 5
BEIJING, Dec. 26, 2011 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- To help users have a better experience on iPads running the new iOS 5, Aiseesoft has updated the Mac iPad Manager Platinum. This iPad transferring software is specially designed for Mac users to export iPad files to Macs, iTunes and other Apple devices, import local files to an iPad, convert DVD/video to iPad video, and so on.
Aiseesoft's charming Mac iPad Transfer can help users export all iPad files (movie, music, picture, TV show, podcast, iTunes U, eBook, camera roll, voice memos, camera shot, etc.) to a Mac for backup. It also supports copying all these files to iTunes on a Mac. Moreover, this transferring software enables users to transfer iPad files to other Apple devices (iPad, iPhone and iPod) with simple operations.
In addition, Aiseesoft's Mac iPad Transfer Platinum can import local music, video, ePub, PDF, image and ringtone files to an iPad or a Mac. Then users can conveniently enjoy these files on their iPad anywhere and anytime. To help users enjoy DVDs or any video file on an iPad, this software offers users a professional solution to convert popular DVDs and video files to iPad-compatible video formats with super high converting speed.
Furthermore, this amazing software can assist users to make iPhone ringtones with any popular source DVD/video/audio file. And it can backup iPhone SMS (MMS) and Contacts onto a Mac.
Now this Mac iPad transfer software is perfectly compatible with the new iOS 5, and it supports all Apple iPad/iPhone/iPod devices, including the latest iPhone 4S and iPad 2. It is definitely one of the best assistant tools for any iOS device. To learn more about this Mac iPad Manager Platinum, please visit: http://www.aiseesoft.com/ipad-manager-for-mac.html
Moreover, there is also a specialized Mac iPhone Transfer Platinum for iPhone users. It can provide iPhone users with high-quality services converting DVD/video to iPhone and transferring iPhone files. For more info about this software, please go to: http://www.aiseesoft.com/iphone-transfer-for-mac.html
System Requirements for Mac Version
OS Supported: Mac OS X v10.4 - v10.7
Hardware 512MB RAM, Super VGA (800×600) resolution, 16-bit
Requirements: graphics card or higher
About Aiseesoft Studio
As a professional multimedia software provider, Aiseesoft Studio is dedicated to developing the best multimedia desktop applications to help the Windows and Mac users smoothly convert, edit and transfer various video/audio files. In order to meet users' various requirements, Aiseesoft Studio constantly brings in new ideas, technologies, etc. To Aiseesoft Studio, Users' satisfaction is a consistent pursuit. For more information, please visit: http://www.aiseesoft.com
SOURCE Harbour Software
Harbour Software
CONTACT: Alva Jones, +86-134-6675-9823, pr@aiseesoft.com, http://www.aiseesoft.com
Web Site: http://www.aiseesoft.com/iphone-transfer-for-mac.html
BEIJING, Dec. 26, 2011 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- To help users have a better experience on iPads running the new iOS 5, Aiseesoft has updated the Mac iPad Manager Platinum. This iPad transferring software is specially designed for Mac users to export iPad files to Macs, iTunes and other Apple devices, import local files to an iPad, convert DVD/video to iPad video, and so on.
Aiseesoft's charming Mac iPad Transfer can help users export all iPad files (movie, music, picture, TV show, podcast, iTunes U, eBook, camera roll, voice memos, camera shot, etc.) to a Mac for backup. It also supports copying all these files to iTunes on a Mac. Moreover, this transferring software enables users to transfer iPad files to other Apple devices (iPad, iPhone and iPod) with simple operations.
In addition, Aiseesoft's Mac iPad Transfer Platinum can import local music, video, ePub, PDF, image and ringtone files to an iPad or a Mac. Then users can conveniently enjoy these files on their iPad anywhere and anytime. To help users enjoy DVDs or any video file on an iPad, this software offers users a professional solution to convert popular DVDs and video files to iPad-compatible video formats with super high converting speed.
Furthermore, this amazing software can assist users to make iPhone ringtones with any popular source DVD/video/audio file. And it can backup iPhone SMS (MMS) and Contacts onto a Mac.
Now this Mac iPad transfer software is perfectly compatible with the new iOS 5, and it supports all Apple iPad/iPhone/iPod devices, including the latest iPhone 4S and iPad 2. It is definitely one of the best assistant tools for any iOS device. To learn more about this Mac iPad Manager Platinum, please visit: http://www.aiseesoft.com/ipad-manager-for-mac.html
Moreover, there is also a specialized Mac iPhone Transfer Platinum for iPhone users. It can provide iPhone users with high-quality services converting DVD/video to iPhone and transferring iPhone files. For more info about this software, please go to: http://www.aiseesoft.com/iphone-transfer-for-mac.html
System Requirements for Mac Version
OS Supported: Mac OS X v10.4 - v10.7
Hardware 512MB RAM, Super VGA (800×600) resolution, 16-bit
Requirements: graphics card or higher
About Aiseesoft Studio
As a professional multimedia software provider, Aiseesoft Studio is dedicated to developing the best multimedia desktop applications to help the Windows and Mac users smoothly convert, edit and transfer various video/audio files. In order to meet users' various requirements, Aiseesoft Studio constantly brings in new ideas, technologies, etc. To Aiseesoft Studio, Users' satisfaction is a consistent pursuit. For more information, please visit: http://www.aiseesoft.com
SOURCE Harbour Software
Harbour Software
CONTACT: Alva Jones, +86-134-6675-9823, pr@aiseesoft.com, http://www.aiseesoft.com
Web Site: http://www.aiseesoft.com/iphone-transfer-for-mac.html
DominoesStars Starts the New Year With a Blast
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 26, 2011 at 8:14:01 AM
DominoesStars Starts the New Year With a Blast
NICOSIA, Cyprus, December 26, 2011/PRNewswire/ --
With just a few days left until 2012, the annual domino's tournament is about to
start. Every year, DominoesStars launch the world biggest Dominoes
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cash prizes. Any player may take home the $5000 cash prize in only 7 days of playing.
The No. 1 dominoes site is launching an amazing jackpot for the Sylvester. It's the
tournament all dominoes players around the world have been waiting for.
Lucky players, or should we say skilled players, will take cash prizes home. The
competition is exciting. DominoesStars' Moto is: "The more you play, the more we pay", and
they stand by it.
"A dominoes lover must be there. It's fabulous entertainment. The adrenalin is so
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tournament with the Mexican domino federation, the world domino championship in St
Petersburg, the 3rd north Alabama tournament and the US Army (MWR) domino tournament.
DominoesStars offers a downloadable Dominoes client and a flash quick play client
which can be activated from the player's browser, offering the same features to users of
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In order to follow DominoesStars promotions, check out http://www.DominoesStars.com
[http://www.dominoesstars.com/domino-game-promotions ]
For media access to DominoesStars' players for interviews, photos and more
information, please contact Ashley Anderson at support@dominoesstars.com.
+357-22-452545
Source: DominoesStars
NICOSIA, Cyprus, December 26, 2011/PRNewswire/ --
With just a few days left until 2012, the annual domino's tournament is about to
start. Every year, DominoesStars launch the world biggest Dominoes
[http://www.dominoesstars.com ] game tournament, and the 20 best dominoes players will win
cash prizes. Any player may take home the $5000 cash prize in only 7 days of playing.
The No. 1 dominoes site is launching an amazing jackpot for the Sylvester. It's the
tournament all dominoes players around the world have been waiting for.
Lucky players, or should we say skilled players, will take cash prizes home. The
competition is exciting. DominoesStars' Moto is: "The more you play, the more we pay", and
they stand by it.
"A dominoes lover must be there. It's fabulous entertainment. The adrenalin is so
high," said Mr. Harold Jackson, one of last year's tournament players.
Parallel to the tournament, DominoesStars.com also offers many excellent promotions
for new players including cash money prizes, bonuses, campaigns and coupons.
About DominoesStars
DominoesStars is the largest online domino [http://www.dominoesstars.com ] room in the
world.
DominoesStars' tournaments produced the 2008 World Series of Dominoes. DominoesStars
is the headline sponsor of the Las Vegas world open tournament event, the Mexican national
tournament with the Mexican domino federation, the world domino championship in St
Petersburg, the 3rd north Alabama tournament and the US Army (MWR) domino tournament.
DominoesStars offers a downloadable Dominoes client and a flash quick play client
which can be activated from the player's browser, offering the same features to users of
each client.
In order to follow DominoesStars promotions, check out http://www.DominoesStars.com
[http://www.dominoesstars.com/domino-game-promotions ]
For media access to DominoesStars' players for interviews, photos and more
information, please contact Ashley Anderson at support@dominoesstars.com.
+357-22-452545
Source: DominoesStars
December 24, 2011
Gamesys: Another Big Diamond Bonanza Slot Win at Jackpotjoy.com
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 24, 2011 at 4:07:01 AM
Gamesys: Another Big Diamond Bonanza Slot Win at Jackpotjoy.com
LONDON, December 24, 2011/PRNewswire/ --
Online Casino [http://www.jackpotjoy.com/online-casino ] Jackpotjoy has revealed a new
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the most popular games on the site with Diamond Bonanza being one of the most popular
slots.
Leah S could not be happier with her win, saying she has 'been playing the game for
some time and got the 5 diamonds before, however it was only a GBP500 win... When I got it
this time, I thought it was going to be the same ... When I checked OMG was I wrong! I had
won a bigger Jackpot and so happy for it too!'
GAMESYS
The Gamesys Group was founded in April 2001.The aim was to build a profitable online
entertainment business providing cash games such as Online Roulette
[http://www.jackpotjoy.com/roulette ], Slots and Bingo [http://www.jackpotjoy.com ] to the
worldwide audience of Jackpotjoy.
Contact:
Gamesys
Aga Reszka
+44(0)20-7478-8100
press@gamesys.co.uk
Source: Jackpotjoy
.
LONDON, December 24, 2011/PRNewswire/ --
Online Casino [http://www.jackpotjoy.com/online-casino ] Jackpotjoy has revealed a new
big winner on its online slots. Earlier this month, Leah S scooped GBP17,567 on the
popular Diamond Bonanza game. Asked for her response, Leah claimed 'it hasn't sunk in
yet'.
Diamond Bonanza is one Jackpotjoy's more popular online Slots
[http://www.jackpotjoy.com/online-slots ], with its straightforward gameplay, multi-line
slots and personalized settings options. The stakes come in three different options - 25p,
50p and GBP1. Players can increase their chances of winning by using the five lines
available. In the case of a win, the amount you bet on each line is multiplied by the
number of lines you are playing with. So if you bet 20p per line and bet on 20 lines, you
would bet GBP4 on each spin.
Players can select the coin size and the number of win lines at the start of the game.
Brightly coloured lines appear across the reels. Each line can be either added
individually (by clicking the BET ONE button) or players can automatically select every
line by clicking BET MAX.
One of the more useful functions in a busy online slots game such as this is the Auto
Spin button, allowing players to set the number of spins they want without having to
re-click. It's possible to customize the Auto Spin function so that it will stop if your
total account balance goes above a set amount, or if a single win exceeds a set amount -
very useful if you've just scooped the jackpot like Miss S and want to grab your winnings.
Besides Online Bingo [http://www.jackpotjoy.com/online-bingo ], Jackpotjoy's slots are
the most popular games on the site with Diamond Bonanza being one of the most popular
slots.
Leah S could not be happier with her win, saying she has 'been playing the game for
some time and got the 5 diamonds before, however it was only a GBP500 win... When I got it
this time, I thought it was going to be the same ... When I checked OMG was I wrong! I had
won a bigger Jackpot and so happy for it too!'
GAMESYS
The Gamesys Group was founded in April 2001.The aim was to build a profitable online
entertainment business providing cash games such as Online Roulette
[http://www.jackpotjoy.com/roulette ], Slots and Bingo [http://www.jackpotjoy.com ] to the
worldwide audience of Jackpotjoy.
Contact:
Gamesys
Aga Reszka
+44(0)20-7478-8100
press@gamesys.co.uk
Source: Jackpotjoy
.
December 23, 2011
Dealer Synergy Furthers Its Commitment to Assist the Blind Community
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 23, 2011 at 3:21:01 PM
Dealer Synergy Furthers Its Commitment to Assist the Blind Community
PHILADELPHIA, Dec. 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Aroga Assistive Technology and Dealer Synergy increase their vision by finally joining hands.
Dealer Synergy is very pleased to formally announce that we have been approved as an Authorized Aroga Reseller for Assistive Technology in the world of Apple computers and iPods.
For over 23 years, Aroga has been helping their clients attain a measure of independence. "Adding synergy will only elevate our clients toward interdependence," says Steve Barclay, BP of sales and marketing with Aroga. "We are Canada's premier Assistive Technology retailer; however, we really want to get our products in the hands of people whose lives will be enhanced because of them ... no matter their geographic location."
Dealer Synergy is also excited about adding to our award winning automotive dealer training, the ability to offer our visually impaired clients training on the Voiceover screen reader for Mac computers as well as Voiceover for iPhone, iPod and iPad.
Dealer Synergy has been blessed by the leadership of VP of Training, L.A. Williams in the area of the seeing impaired. L.A. Williams himself is Blind. L.A.'s lack of sight has not hindered his attitude, his capabilities or his success. He is a valued executive with the company as well as an inspiration. To watch the way L.A. has evolved the Dealer Synergy curriculum, training and delivery is amazing. His influence is so profound, Dealer Synergy clients have been so inspired to specifically seek out Blind candidates for employment in their Dealerships.
L.A. Williams III, VP of Training with Dealer Synergy says, "Here at Dealer Synergy, we want to influence the success of all our clients. Since that includes visually impaired individuals, how better to show our commitment than to offer them the best training and technology in North America. Aligning ourselves with Aroga gives us that very opportunity."
If you have questions about Dealer Synergy and their services for the blind, please call L.A. Williams III at 1-866-314-2553 extension 32 or Email Support@DealerSynergy.com.
SOURCE Synergized Media
Synergized Media
Web Site: http://www.synergizedmedia.com
PHILADELPHIA, Dec. 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Aroga Assistive Technology and Dealer Synergy increase their vision by finally joining hands.
Dealer Synergy is very pleased to formally announce that we have been approved as an Authorized Aroga Reseller for Assistive Technology in the world of Apple computers and iPods.
For over 23 years, Aroga has been helping their clients attain a measure of independence. "Adding synergy will only elevate our clients toward interdependence," says Steve Barclay, BP of sales and marketing with Aroga. "We are Canada's premier Assistive Technology retailer; however, we really want to get our products in the hands of people whose lives will be enhanced because of them ... no matter their geographic location."
Dealer Synergy is also excited about adding to our award winning automotive dealer training, the ability to offer our visually impaired clients training on the Voiceover screen reader for Mac computers as well as Voiceover for iPhone, iPod and iPad.
Dealer Synergy has been blessed by the leadership of VP of Training, L.A. Williams in the area of the seeing impaired. L.A. Williams himself is Blind. L.A.'s lack of sight has not hindered his attitude, his capabilities or his success. He is a valued executive with the company as well as an inspiration. To watch the way L.A. has evolved the Dealer Synergy curriculum, training and delivery is amazing. His influence is so profound, Dealer Synergy clients have been so inspired to specifically seek out Blind candidates for employment in their Dealerships.
L.A. Williams III, VP of Training with Dealer Synergy says, "Here at Dealer Synergy, we want to influence the success of all our clients. Since that includes visually impaired individuals, how better to show our commitment than to offer them the best training and technology in North America. Aligning ourselves with Aroga gives us that very opportunity."
If you have questions about Dealer Synergy and their services for the blind, please call L.A. Williams III at 1-866-314-2553 extension 32 or Email Support@DealerSynergy.com.
SOURCE Synergized Media
Synergized Media
Web Site: http://www.synergizedmedia.com
'Dealfind Travel' Launches With Exclusive Offers on Hotel and Travel Packages
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 23, 2011 at 1:28:01 PM
'Dealfind Travel' Launches With Exclusive Offers on Hotel and Travel Packages
Dealfind Makes Travel Affordable Year-Round
TORONTO, Dec. 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Dealfind, the third-ranked group buying site in North America[1], announced today the launch of 'Dealfind Travel,' enabling travel partners to reach customers with timely deals on hotel and all-inclusive travel packages.
Users can find these deals under a new tab on the website featuring 'Dealfind Travel' offerings. Typical deals include discounts on hotel and resort overnight stays as well as all-inclusive packages that include a combination of overnight stays, spa treatments, restaurant credits and more. Discounts on transportation, activities and airfare will also be featured in the upcoming months.
"We have been greatly anticipating the launch of 'Dealfind Travel,' and we are pleased to bring our customers deals on desired vacation destinations locally and from around the world," said Dealfind Co-Founder and President Gary Lipovetsky. "With 'Dealfind Travel,' we are offering consumers experiences they will never forget at tremendous discounts. Whether a couple is looking for a quick, weekend getaway in Montreal or a family is looking for a fun trip to Florida, Dealfind will be making these destinations affordable."
The Dealfind travel team is working with travel partners to develop the most interesting and timely deals to draw in customers and get the most from these promotions.
"We go after deals we would personally buy ourselves or give to our friends and family. These year-round deals can help travelers take a trip and visit a destination they never have been to before - or go back to a destination they have been to before, but this time at a much lower cost," says Lipovetsky.
'Dealfind Travel' is the latest addition to the Dealfind site, capping a year that was full of new features and increased offerings. Dealfind expanded to 41 U.S. markets and 29 markets across Canada, while also adding new features like 'National deals' and 'Everyday Deals.'
Dealfind also joined Google Offers partner program and launched its mobile app for iPhone and Android users, giving access to daily deals anywhere, anytime. The company has now saved North Americans more than $400 million through more than 1.7 million vouchers since its founding in 2009.
For more information on 'Dealfind Travel,' visit http://www.dealfind.com and click the travel tab to select your city. Businesses interested in partnering with Dealfind can apply online at http://dealfindbusiness.com/form_getstarted.asp. The new Dealfind mobile app can be downloaded in the Apple iTunes Store and Android Market.
About Dealfind:
Dealfind is the third-ranked group buying website on the North American Daily Deal Media Power Rankings, operating in 70 markets in Canada and the U.S. It has sold more than 1.7 million vouchers since 2010, saving consumers more than $400 million. Privately held, Dealfind boasts refundable group buying vouchers, as well as full customer service support. The Toronto-based company is a member of the Google Offers partner program and provides small and medium-sized enterprises the opportunity to cost-effectively gain new and repeat customers through smart online marketing and referral programs.
[1] Ranking is according to North American Daily Deal Media Power Rankings, a proprietary ranking and verification system launched by Daily Deal Media in May 2011. Daily Deal Media is the authoritative source for news, data and resources for the Daily Deal industry.
SOURCE Dealfind
Dealfind
CONTACT: CONTACT: Mallory Snitker of SS|PR, +1-847-415-9300, msnitker@sspr.com, for Dealfind
Web Site: http://www.dealfind.com
Dealfind Makes Travel Affordable Year-Round
TORONTO, Dec. 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Dealfind, the third-ranked group buying site in North America[1], announced today the launch of 'Dealfind Travel,' enabling travel partners to reach customers with timely deals on hotel and all-inclusive travel packages.
Users can find these deals under a new tab on the website featuring 'Dealfind Travel' offerings. Typical deals include discounts on hotel and resort overnight stays as well as all-inclusive packages that include a combination of overnight stays, spa treatments, restaurant credits and more. Discounts on transportation, activities and airfare will also be featured in the upcoming months.
"We have been greatly anticipating the launch of 'Dealfind Travel,' and we are pleased to bring our customers deals on desired vacation destinations locally and from around the world," said Dealfind Co-Founder and President Gary Lipovetsky. "With 'Dealfind Travel,' we are offering consumers experiences they will never forget at tremendous discounts. Whether a couple is looking for a quick, weekend getaway in Montreal or a family is looking for a fun trip to Florida, Dealfind will be making these destinations affordable."
The Dealfind travel team is working with travel partners to develop the most interesting and timely deals to draw in customers and get the most from these promotions.
"We go after deals we would personally buy ourselves or give to our friends and family. These year-round deals can help travelers take a trip and visit a destination they never have been to before - or go back to a destination they have been to before, but this time at a much lower cost," says Lipovetsky.
'Dealfind Travel' is the latest addition to the Dealfind site, capping a year that was full of new features and increased offerings. Dealfind expanded to 41 U.S. markets and 29 markets across Canada, while also adding new features like 'National deals' and 'Everyday Deals.'
Dealfind also joined Google Offers partner program and launched its mobile app for iPhone and Android users, giving access to daily deals anywhere, anytime. The company has now saved North Americans more than $400 million through more than 1.7 million vouchers since its founding in 2009.
For more information on 'Dealfind Travel,' visit http://www.dealfind.com and click the travel tab to select your city. Businesses interested in partnering with Dealfind can apply online at http://dealfindbusiness.com/form_getstarted.asp. The new Dealfind mobile app can be downloaded in the Apple iTunes Store and Android Market.
About Dealfind:
Dealfind is the third-ranked group buying website on the North American Daily Deal Media Power Rankings, operating in 70 markets in Canada and the U.S. It has sold more than 1.7 million vouchers since 2010, saving consumers more than $400 million. Privately held, Dealfind boasts refundable group buying vouchers, as well as full customer service support. The Toronto-based company is a member of the Google Offers partner program and provides small and medium-sized enterprises the opportunity to cost-effectively gain new and repeat customers through smart online marketing and referral programs.
[1] Ranking is according to North American Daily Deal Media Power Rankings, a proprietary ranking and verification system launched by Daily Deal Media in May 2011. Daily Deal Media is the authoritative source for news, data and resources for the Daily Deal industry.
SOURCE Dealfind
Dealfind
CONTACT: CONTACT: Mallory Snitker of SS|PR, +1-847-415-9300, msnitker@sspr.com, for Dealfind
Web Site: http://www.dealfind.com
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Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 23, 2011 at 10:35:01 AM
Barkley Develops Krispy Kreme® "Hot Light(TM)" App and Widget
KANSAS CITY, Mo., Dec. 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Fans of Krispy Kreme® Doughnuts know that when the "HOT NOW" sign glows, it's time to rush in for hot Original Glazed® doughnuts. Now, those fans can utilize a new mobile phone app and desktop widget developed by integrated ad agency Barkley to find out when the Hot Light comes on at their favorite Krispy Kreme shop.
According to Mark Logan, VP of Digital Innovation at Barkley, "If you're a fan of Krispy Kreme, you know how powerful that Hot Light is. It's such a strong brand icon. We wanted to find a way to extend its reach."
The app, which is available for iPhone and Android phones, and as a computer desktop widget, tracks when a participating US Krispy Kreme shop has its Hot Light turned on. App users can choose how often they'd like to receive notifications or search for active Hot Lights nearby.
Said Logan, "This project is a fantastic example of the concept of the Web of Things. We are now able to connect Hot Lights in the US Krispy Kreme system to the Internet and know when they are on or off; and we can deliver that information to Krispy Kreme fans--on the Web, on their smartphone or Twitter.
"The Hot Light app is one of the first fruits of Barkley's approach to digital innovation. We launched an Innovation Lab this year whose mission is to prototype emerging technologies and bring them to our clients for testing. That's the approach we took with this project, and it's exciting to see it roll out systemwide."
"Genuine engagement that is useful to our guests is key to our social media strategy," said Dwayne Chambers, Chief Marketing Officer for Krispy Kreme. "This unique Hot Light app is one more way we can share the one-of-a-kind Krispy Kreme experience with our fans."
The app can be downloaded for free from KrispyKreme.com/hotlightapp, or via Android Market and the iTunes Store.
About Barkley:
Barkley is one of the largest employee-owned agencies of its kind. Founded in 1964, it offers marketing communications services including advertising, public relations, cause branding, sponsorships and events, relationship marketing, social media, design, media planning and buying, motion graphics, research and interactive marketing. Barkley has offices in Kansas City and Pittsburgh and field offices across the nation. More info: http://www.barkleyus.com and http://www.barkleyREI.com.
About Krispy Kreme:
Krispy Kreme is an international retailer and wholesaler of premium-quality sweet treats, including its signature Original Glazed® doughnut. Headquartered in Winston-Salem, N.C., the company has offered the highest-quality doughnuts and great-tasting coffee since it was founded in 1937. Krispy Kreme is proud of its Fundraising program, which for decades has helped non-profit organizations raise millions of dollars in needed funds. Krispy Kreme can be found in more than 660 locations around the world. Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Inc. (NYSE: KKD) is listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Visit us at http://www.KrispyKreme.com.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
CELESTE LINDELL / BARKLEY
(816) 423-6265 / clindell@barkleyus.com
LAFEEA WATSON / KRISPY KREME
(336) 726-8878 / lwatson@krispykreme.com
SOURCE Barkley
Barkley
Web Site: http://www.KrispyKreme.com
KANSAS CITY, Mo., Dec. 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Fans of Krispy Kreme® Doughnuts know that when the "HOT NOW" sign glows, it's time to rush in for hot Original Glazed® doughnuts. Now, those fans can utilize a new mobile phone app and desktop widget developed by integrated ad agency Barkley to find out when the Hot Light comes on at their favorite Krispy Kreme shop.
According to Mark Logan, VP of Digital Innovation at Barkley, "If you're a fan of Krispy Kreme, you know how powerful that Hot Light is. It's such a strong brand icon. We wanted to find a way to extend its reach."
The app, which is available for iPhone and Android phones, and as a computer desktop widget, tracks when a participating US Krispy Kreme shop has its Hot Light turned on. App users can choose how often they'd like to receive notifications or search for active Hot Lights nearby.
Said Logan, "This project is a fantastic example of the concept of the Web of Things. We are now able to connect Hot Lights in the US Krispy Kreme system to the Internet and know when they are on or off; and we can deliver that information to Krispy Kreme fans--on the Web, on their smartphone or Twitter.
"The Hot Light app is one of the first fruits of Barkley's approach to digital innovation. We launched an Innovation Lab this year whose mission is to prototype emerging technologies and bring them to our clients for testing. That's the approach we took with this project, and it's exciting to see it roll out systemwide."
"Genuine engagement that is useful to our guests is key to our social media strategy," said Dwayne Chambers, Chief Marketing Officer for Krispy Kreme. "This unique Hot Light app is one more way we can share the one-of-a-kind Krispy Kreme experience with our fans."
The app can be downloaded for free from KrispyKreme.com/hotlightapp, or via Android Market and the iTunes Store.
About Barkley:
Barkley is one of the largest employee-owned agencies of its kind. Founded in 1964, it offers marketing communications services including advertising, public relations, cause branding, sponsorships and events, relationship marketing, social media, design, media planning and buying, motion graphics, research and interactive marketing. Barkley has offices in Kansas City and Pittsburgh and field offices across the nation. More info: http://www.barkleyus.com and http://www.barkleyREI.com.
About Krispy Kreme:
Krispy Kreme is an international retailer and wholesaler of premium-quality sweet treats, including its signature Original Glazed® doughnut. Headquartered in Winston-Salem, N.C., the company has offered the highest-quality doughnuts and great-tasting coffee since it was founded in 1937. Krispy Kreme is proud of its Fundraising program, which for decades has helped non-profit organizations raise millions of dollars in needed funds. Krispy Kreme can be found in more than 660 locations around the world. Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Inc. (NYSE: KKD) is listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Visit us at http://www.KrispyKreme.com.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
CELESTE LINDELL / BARKLEY
(816) 423-6265 / clindell@barkleyus.com
LAFEEA WATSON / KRISPY KREME
(336) 726-8878 / lwatson@krispykreme.com
SOURCE Barkley
Barkley
Web Site: http://www.KrispyKreme.com
TouchPal Tablet Keyboard Now Compatible with Android 4.0 "Ice Cream Sandwich"
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 23, 2011 at 9:28:01 AM
TouchPal Tablet Keyboard Now Compatible with Android 4.0 "Ice Cream Sandwich"
New App is the First 3rd Party Keyboard Designed for Android ICS Tablets
SHANGHAI, Dec. 23, 2011/PRNewswire-Asia/ -- CooTek announced today that the free TouchPal Tablet Keyboard app is now compatible with the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich (ICS) operating system. It's the only Android tablet keyboard app that uses gestures to split and resize the keyboard and features both swiping and typing input methods.
A variety of Android tablets were released recently. However, many users have the concerns about the typing experience on Android tablets. TouchPal now addressed the concerns by providing a powerful soft keyboard specially designed for tablets. If you just got an Android tablet as a Christmas gift, you could download this app for free to make your tablet easier to type.
TouchPal Tablet Keyboard demo video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wc9iyVoHAo
Key Features:
-- Both Sliding and Typing Input: Type the way you want, when you want.
TouchPal Tablet Keyboard offers both swiping and typing input methods,
so you can start a sentence by swiping and finish by typing. How you
enter text is up to you.
-- Use Gestures to Resize and Split the Keyboard: Use simple swiping
gestures to split the keyboard in landscape mode. Resize the keyboard in
any orientation. A perfectly customized experience.
-- Predictive Sliding for Faster Input: Unlike other swiping applications
which require users to swipe through each and every letter to input a
word, TouchPal Tablet Keyboard allows you to swipe only the first few
letters. The app does the rest by offering words choices based on the
letters selected and the context of the sentence.
-- Intelligent Next-word Prediction: Constantly learns new words as you
type to provide more accurate word prediction.
-- Fast Misspelling Correction: Automatically corrects misspellings and
learns custom words based on your typing habits.
-- Contact List Import: Imports your contact list so even hard-to-spell
names are easily recognized without triggering a spelling correction.
-- Mixed Language Detection: Automatically detects languages so there's no
need to constantly switch, even when mixing multiple languages in a
sentence.
-- Larger, More User-friendly Keys: Features a clean layout with large,
easy to swipe and type keys.
To download TouchPal Tablet Keyboard from the Android Market, click here.
For more information on CooTek and TouchPal, visit: http://www.TouchPal.com.
About CooTek
Founded in 2008, CooTek improves the usability and enriches the functionality of mobile devices through innovative software applications. TouchPal is the product brand name of a suite of mobile applications from CooTek, including TouchPal Keyboard, TouchPal Dialer, and TouchPal Contacts+. CooTek is the winner of 2009 GSMA Mobile Innovation Global Award.
SOURCE CooTek
CooTek
CONTACT: Michael Wong, +86-186-0161-6778, or michael.wong@cootek.cn
Web Site: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wc9iyVoHAo
New App is the First 3rd Party Keyboard Designed for Android ICS Tablets
SHANGHAI, Dec. 23, 2011/PRNewswire-Asia/ -- CooTek announced today that the free TouchPal Tablet Keyboard app is now compatible with the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich (ICS) operating system. It's the only Android tablet keyboard app that uses gestures to split and resize the keyboard and features both swiping and typing input methods.
A variety of Android tablets were released recently. However, many users have the concerns about the typing experience on Android tablets. TouchPal now addressed the concerns by providing a powerful soft keyboard specially designed for tablets. If you just got an Android tablet as a Christmas gift, you could download this app for free to make your tablet easier to type.
TouchPal Tablet Keyboard demo video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wc9iyVoHAo
Key Features:
-- Both Sliding and Typing Input: Type the way you want, when you want.
TouchPal Tablet Keyboard offers both swiping and typing input methods,
so you can start a sentence by swiping and finish by typing. How you
enter text is up to you.
-- Use Gestures to Resize and Split the Keyboard: Use simple swiping
gestures to split the keyboard in landscape mode. Resize the keyboard in
any orientation. A perfectly customized experience.
-- Predictive Sliding for Faster Input: Unlike other swiping applications
which require users to swipe through each and every letter to input a
word, TouchPal Tablet Keyboard allows you to swipe only the first few
letters. The app does the rest by offering words choices based on the
letters selected and the context of the sentence.
-- Intelligent Next-word Prediction: Constantly learns new words as you
type to provide more accurate word prediction.
-- Fast Misspelling Correction: Automatically corrects misspellings and
learns custom words based on your typing habits.
-- Contact List Import: Imports your contact list so even hard-to-spell
names are easily recognized without triggering a spelling correction.
-- Mixed Language Detection: Automatically detects languages so there's no
need to constantly switch, even when mixing multiple languages in a
sentence.
-- Larger, More User-friendly Keys: Features a clean layout with large,
easy to swipe and type keys.
To download TouchPal Tablet Keyboard from the Android Market, click here.
For more information on CooTek and TouchPal, visit: http://www.TouchPal.com.
About CooTek
Founded in 2008, CooTek improves the usability and enriches the functionality of mobile devices through innovative software applications. TouchPal is the product brand name of a suite of mobile applications from CooTek, including TouchPal Keyboard, TouchPal Dialer, and TouchPal Contacts+. CooTek is the winner of 2009 GSMA Mobile Innovation Global Award.
SOURCE CooTek
CooTek
CONTACT: Michael Wong, +86-186-0161-6778, or michael.wong@cootek.cn
Web Site: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wc9iyVoHAo
Tipard Released Mac iPhone Transfer Platinum: A Christmas Gift for Mac Users
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 23, 2011 at 8:07:03 AM
Tipard Released Mac iPhone Transfer Platinum: A Christmas Gift for Mac Users
BEIJING, Dec. 23, 2011/PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Tipard newly released a Mac iPhone transfer software product, Tipard Mac iPhone Transfer Platinum, which can be seen as a 6-in-1 iPhone Mac manager for users to import diverse files from Mac to iPhone; export a variety of iPhone files to Mac or iTunes Library; exchange files between iPhone and any other Apple device; backup SMS/MMS (multimedia message)/Contacts on Mac for file security; convert many DVD/video/ audio files to iPhone compatible formats; and make personalized iPhone ringtone.
As Mac to iPhone transfer software, Tipard Mac iPhone Transfer Platinum allows users to import various video, audio, images, ePub, PDF eBook and Ringtone files from your Mac local folder to iPhone with lossless quality. Plus, if the file is not compatible with your iPhone, this Mac iPhone transfer will directly convert it to iPhone compatible formats.
As iPhone to Mac transfer software, this Mac iPhone transfer can transfer video, audio, image, TV show, Podcast, iTunes U, Ringtone, SMS, MMS, Contacts, Voice memo, Camera Shot, Camera Roll files from iPhone to Mac or iTunes Library for further use. Plus, being seen as iPhone file backup software, it can save all your iPhone SMS, MMS and Contacts as database file on Mac for file safety. What's more, this amazing Mac transfer can directly transfer your iPhone files to the other Apple device which is connecting to Mac simultaneously.
In addition, with the functions of iPhone Video Converter and DVD to iPhone Converter, this Mac iPhone Transfer Platinum can easily rip many popular DVD disc, DVD folder or DVD IFO file and convert any of them and video/audio files to iPhone formats. What's more, there are plenty of editing functions to help users edit output iPhone video at random.
Furthermore, this Mac iPhone Transfer have the ability of iPhone Ringtone Maker for Mac to aid users in creating specialized iPhone ringtone to share with friends and upload on the internet for more fun. Last but not least, this Mac iPhone transfer Platinum supports previewing your iPhone MMS (image, video or audio message) on the Preview Window of the interface.
Generally speaking, once owning this Mac iPhone Transfer Platinum, you will find that you have got a Mac iPhone Manager powerful and intelligent beyond your imagination. It is available only for $45, for more, please visit the following webpage: http://www.tipard.com/iphone-transfer-pro-for-mac.html
Moreover, in order to celebrate Christmas, Tipard specially prepared $5 (TIPDOLA), $10 (TIPDOLB) and $15 (TIPDOLC) cash vouchers for you, and you can save up to 15 dollars. Plus, on Christmas Day, Tipard has a mysterious gift for all users, to get it first, please pay sustained attention to Tipard official website: http://www.tipard.com or http://www.tipard.com/special/christmas2011.html
System Requirement for Mac products:
Processor: Intel® processor
OS Supported: Mac OS X 10.4 or above (highly supports 10.7)
Hardware Requirements: 512MB RAM, Super VGA (800×600) resolution, 16-bit graphics card or higher
Hint: PowerPC Processor is not supported, but if you need such an application for PowerPC, we can make one for you. Just contact us by email: marketing@tipard.com
About Tipard Studio
As a leading player in the multimedia software field, Tipard Studio always takes bringing multimedia users best software as its responsibility and keeps being innovative and competitive. With advanced technologies and a first-class R&D team, it has constantly developed many excellent multimedia desktop applications, which are very popular among Windows and Mac users. For more details about Tipard Studio, please visit: http://www.tipard.com
SOURCE Harbour Software
Harbour Software
CONTACT: Eric Smith, +86-13260286758, or pr@tipard.com
Web Site: http://www.tipard.com/special/christmas2011.html
BEIJING, Dec. 23, 2011/PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Tipard newly released a Mac iPhone transfer software product, Tipard Mac iPhone Transfer Platinum, which can be seen as a 6-in-1 iPhone Mac manager for users to import diverse files from Mac to iPhone; export a variety of iPhone files to Mac or iTunes Library; exchange files between iPhone and any other Apple device; backup SMS/MMS (multimedia message)/Contacts on Mac for file security; convert many DVD/video/ audio files to iPhone compatible formats; and make personalized iPhone ringtone.
As Mac to iPhone transfer software, Tipard Mac iPhone Transfer Platinum allows users to import various video, audio, images, ePub, PDF eBook and Ringtone files from your Mac local folder to iPhone with lossless quality. Plus, if the file is not compatible with your iPhone, this Mac iPhone transfer will directly convert it to iPhone compatible formats.
As iPhone to Mac transfer software, this Mac iPhone transfer can transfer video, audio, image, TV show, Podcast, iTunes U, Ringtone, SMS, MMS, Contacts, Voice memo, Camera Shot, Camera Roll files from iPhone to Mac or iTunes Library for further use. Plus, being seen as iPhone file backup software, it can save all your iPhone SMS, MMS and Contacts as database file on Mac for file safety. What's more, this amazing Mac transfer can directly transfer your iPhone files to the other Apple device which is connecting to Mac simultaneously.
In addition, with the functions of iPhone Video Converter and DVD to iPhone Converter, this Mac iPhone Transfer Platinum can easily rip many popular DVD disc, DVD folder or DVD IFO file and convert any of them and video/audio files to iPhone formats. What's more, there are plenty of editing functions to help users edit output iPhone video at random.
Furthermore, this Mac iPhone Transfer have the ability of iPhone Ringtone Maker for Mac to aid users in creating specialized iPhone ringtone to share with friends and upload on the internet for more fun. Last but not least, this Mac iPhone transfer Platinum supports previewing your iPhone MMS (image, video or audio message) on the Preview Window of the interface.
Generally speaking, once owning this Mac iPhone Transfer Platinum, you will find that you have got a Mac iPhone Manager powerful and intelligent beyond your imagination. It is available only for $45, for more, please visit the following webpage: http://www.tipard.com/iphone-transfer-pro-for-mac.html
Moreover, in order to celebrate Christmas, Tipard specially prepared $5 (TIPDOLA), $10 (TIPDOLB) and $15 (TIPDOLC) cash vouchers for you, and you can save up to 15 dollars. Plus, on Christmas Day, Tipard has a mysterious gift for all users, to get it first, please pay sustained attention to Tipard official website: http://www.tipard.com or http://www.tipard.com/special/christmas2011.html
System Requirement for Mac products:
Processor: Intel® processor
OS Supported: Mac OS X 10.4 or above (highly supports 10.7)
Hardware Requirements: 512MB RAM, Super VGA (800×600) resolution, 16-bit graphics card or higher
Hint: PowerPC Processor is not supported, but if you need such an application for PowerPC, we can make one for you. Just contact us by email: marketing@tipard.com
About Tipard Studio
As a leading player in the multimedia software field, Tipard Studio always takes bringing multimedia users best software as its responsibility and keeps being innovative and competitive. With advanced technologies and a first-class R&D team, it has constantly developed many excellent multimedia desktop applications, which are very popular among Windows and Mac users. For more details about Tipard Studio, please visit: http://www.tipard.com
SOURCE Harbour Software
Harbour Software
CONTACT: Eric Smith, +86-13260286758, or pr@tipard.com
Web Site: http://www.tipard.com/special/christmas2011.html
DVDVideoSoft Releases a New Program: Free MP4 Video Converter
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 23, 2011 at 7:42:01 AM
DVDVideoSoft Releases a New Program: Free MP4 Video Converter
Upon multiple requests from users, DVDVideoSoft has launched a new powerful program, Free MP4 Video Converter, a simple tool to convert videos of popular video formats to MP4 video format compatible with multimedia devices
NEW YORK, Dec. 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Following users' requests, DVDVideoSoft has developed a new program, Free MP4 Video Converter, for converting videos of almost all popular formats to MP4 format suitable for various portable devices.
Nowadays hi-tech products such as portable multimedia devices have won an enormous popularity among people of all ages and have become a part of human life. DVDVideoSoft, as a well-known developer of free applications for simple video, audio and image processing, acknowledges the important role which multimedia devices play in the modern world and launches a special tool for them. Today the company announces the release of Free MP4 Video Converter, a new useful product for converting all possible videos to MP4 format to playback on various portable devices.
The program supports conversion of all popular video formats such as *.avi, *.divx, *.mpg, *.mpeg, *.wmv, *.mov, *.mkv, *.3gp and others (in total near 40 formats). Free MP4 Video Converter enables user to play any incompatible file on any device like iPod, iPhone, iPad, HTC, BlackBerry, LG, Samsung, Motorola and plenty others which accept MP4 files. Moreover, as an important bonus for customers' pleasure, the program features the conversion not only to MP4, but also to AVI and WMV formats.
This free MP4 video converting software has an easy-to-use interface, requiring no technical knowledge. All a user needs to do is to browse for desired files of any video format, then choose the desired device from the drop-down list and start conversion. The batch process lets users convert the entire multimedia library to MP4 at one time, which saves the user time and energy and even makes the conversion faster and easier.
"Surely, nowadays almost everyone uses a multimedia device in everyday life, as it is one of the most usable and useful innovation of 21st century," the company's representative, Alex Wang comments. "So, our company could not fail to pay attention to this hi-tech trend. Our new software Free MP4 Video Converter makes the human & device interaction even more easy and close. I am sure this program will win the same huge popularity among our users as it just won among our staff."
Free MP4 Video Converter is included in the package of Free Studio with more than 40 other multimedia applications for everyday usage developed by DVDVideoSoft. All the programs are listed on http://www.dvdvideosoft.com.
About DVDVideoSoft:
DVDVideoSoft (http://www.dvdvideosoft.com) is an independent developer of multimedia software programs for video and audio processing. The company was founded in 2006 as an affiliate distributing paid software. Today DVDVideoSoft offers 45 applications which are functional and intuitive to use, writes step-by-step instructions on how to solve different multimedia tasks with the help of its programs and, if necessary, provides free comprehensive support in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Chinese and Japanese. The amount of everyday visitors to http://www.dvdvideosoft.com is constantly growing and today reaches 350,000.
Media Contact:
Joyce Seal
pr@dvdvideosoft.com
+1 347-410-9451
This press release was issued through eReleases(R). For more information, visit eReleases Press Release Distribution at http://www.ereleases.com.
SOURCE DVDVideoSoft Ltd
DVDVideoSoft Ltd
Web Site: http://www.dvdvideosoft.com
Upon multiple requests from users, DVDVideoSoft has launched a new powerful program, Free MP4 Video Converter, a simple tool to convert videos of popular video formats to MP4 video format compatible with multimedia devices
NEW YORK, Dec. 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Following users' requests, DVDVideoSoft has developed a new program, Free MP4 Video Converter, for converting videos of almost all popular formats to MP4 format suitable for various portable devices.
Nowadays hi-tech products such as portable multimedia devices have won an enormous popularity among people of all ages and have become a part of human life. DVDVideoSoft, as a well-known developer of free applications for simple video, audio and image processing, acknowledges the important role which multimedia devices play in the modern world and launches a special tool for them. Today the company announces the release of Free MP4 Video Converter, a new useful product for converting all possible videos to MP4 format to playback on various portable devices.
The program supports conversion of all popular video formats such as *.avi, *.divx, *.mpg, *.mpeg, *.wmv, *.mov, *.mkv, *.3gp and others (in total near 40 formats). Free MP4 Video Converter enables user to play any incompatible file on any device like iPod, iPhone, iPad, HTC, BlackBerry, LG, Samsung, Motorola and plenty others which accept MP4 files. Moreover, as an important bonus for customers' pleasure, the program features the conversion not only to MP4, but also to AVI and WMV formats.
This free MP4 video converting software has an easy-to-use interface, requiring no technical knowledge. All a user needs to do is to browse for desired files of any video format, then choose the desired device from the drop-down list and start conversion. The batch process lets users convert the entire multimedia library to MP4 at one time, which saves the user time and energy and even makes the conversion faster and easier.
"Surely, nowadays almost everyone uses a multimedia device in everyday life, as it is one of the most usable and useful innovation of 21st century," the company's representative, Alex Wang comments. "So, our company could not fail to pay attention to this hi-tech trend. Our new software Free MP4 Video Converter makes the human & device interaction even more easy and close. I am sure this program will win the same huge popularity among our users as it just won among our staff."
Free MP4 Video Converter is included in the package of Free Studio with more than 40 other multimedia applications for everyday usage developed by DVDVideoSoft. All the programs are listed on http://www.dvdvideosoft.com.
About DVDVideoSoft:
DVDVideoSoft (http://www.dvdvideosoft.com) is an independent developer of multimedia software programs for video and audio processing. The company was founded in 2006 as an affiliate distributing paid software. Today DVDVideoSoft offers 45 applications which are functional and intuitive to use, writes step-by-step instructions on how to solve different multimedia tasks with the help of its programs and, if necessary, provides free comprehensive support in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Chinese and Japanese. The amount of everyday visitors to http://www.dvdvideosoft.com is constantly growing and today reaches 350,000.
Media Contact:
Joyce Seal
pr@dvdvideosoft.com
+1 347-410-9451
This press release was issued through eReleases(R). For more information, visit eReleases Press Release Distribution at http://www.ereleases.com.
SOURCE DVDVideoSoft Ltd
DVDVideoSoft Ltd
Web Site: http://www.dvdvideosoft.com
Navman Wireless Responds to Factually Incorrect Business Story
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 23, 2011 at 7:14:01 AM
Navman Wireless Responds to Factually Incorrect Business Story
KEELE, England, December 23, 2011/PRNewswire/ --
CBR (Computer Business Review) yesterday ran a misleading; factually incorrect story
claiming Telit Communications has acquired Navman Wireless in a deal worth $3 million.
Today Navman Wireless CEO T.J. Chung issued the following statement:
"We have noted an article published by CBR (Computer Business Review) on 21st December
2011. The article, about Navman Wireless and Telit Communications, contains statements
that are untrue and factually incorrect.
"The factually correct version of events is that Navman Wireless has sold its GPS
Module business unit to Telit Communications PLC. CBR have since withdrawn their
misleading article.
"The GPS Module business unit has been operating under Navman Wireless as an
independent business unit since July 2007.
"The addition of our Jupiter GPS module products will enhance Telit's existing product
portfolio in the growing M2M communications field. Going forward, our OEM business unit
will benefit from the global sales and marketing resources of Telit.
"The GPS Module business unit has certainly contributed to the success of Navman
Wireless over the last few years. However, this transaction allows us to further focus our
time and resources on our core fleet tracking business as we march towards 200,000 vehicle
connections and beyond.
"Our overall strategy remains unchanged - we are a global solutions provider of asset
and fleet management systems. We will remain focused on expanding our growing global
footprint in the fleet tracking and asset management business, increasing our installed
base, and supporting the best technology platform in the industry."
Phil Shirley
THE PR FIRM LIMITED
Mobile: +44(0)7769-901932
E-mail: pshirley@theprfirm.co.uk [../2011_EDB/pshirley@theprfirm.co.uk ]
Source: Navman Wireless
KEELE, England, December 23, 2011/PRNewswire/ --
CBR (Computer Business Review) yesterday ran a misleading; factually incorrect story
claiming Telit Communications has acquired Navman Wireless in a deal worth $3 million.
Today Navman Wireless CEO T.J. Chung issued the following statement:
"We have noted an article published by CBR (Computer Business Review) on 21st December
2011. The article, about Navman Wireless and Telit Communications, contains statements
that are untrue and factually incorrect.
"The factually correct version of events is that Navman Wireless has sold its GPS
Module business unit to Telit Communications PLC. CBR have since withdrawn their
misleading article.
"The GPS Module business unit has been operating under Navman Wireless as an
independent business unit since July 2007.
"The addition of our Jupiter GPS module products will enhance Telit's existing product
portfolio in the growing M2M communications field. Going forward, our OEM business unit
will benefit from the global sales and marketing resources of Telit.
"The GPS Module business unit has certainly contributed to the success of Navman
Wireless over the last few years. However, this transaction allows us to further focus our
time and resources on our core fleet tracking business as we march towards 200,000 vehicle
connections and beyond.
"Our overall strategy remains unchanged - we are a global solutions provider of asset
and fleet management systems. We will remain focused on expanding our growing global
footprint in the fleet tracking and asset management business, increasing our installed
base, and supporting the best technology platform in the industry."
Phil Shirley
THE PR FIRM LIMITED
Mobile: +44(0)7769-901932
E-mail: pshirley@theprfirm.co.uk [../2011_EDB/pshirley@theprfirm.co.uk ]
Source: Navman Wireless
Qualcomm Announces FCC Approval of Sale of 700 MHz Spectrum Licenses to AT&T
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 23, 2011 at 2:49:01 AM
Qualcomm Announces FCC Approval of Sale of 700 MHz Spectrum Licenses to AT&T
SAN DIEGO, Dec. 23, 2011/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM) today announced that the U.S. Federal Communications Commission has approved the sale of its Lower 700 MHz D and E Block (Channel 55 and 56) unpaired U.S. spectrum licenses to AT&T. The sale by Qualcomm to AT&T of the licenses for $1.925 billion was originally announced in December, 2010. The proposed transaction has been pending subject to the satisfaction of the conditions of closing.
In connection with the announcement of the transaction in 2010, AT&T indicated that, as part of its longer term 4G network plan, it intends to deploy this spectrum as supplemental downlink, using carrier aggregation technology. This new technology is designed to deliver substantial capacity gains by enabling unpaired spectrum to be used in conjunction with paired spectrum for 4G services.
Qualcomm is integrating carrier aggregation technology into its chipset roadmap to enable supplemental downlink and intends to market the technology globally. This new technology is expected to create opportunities around the world in regions where unpaired spectrum bands can be made available for wireless operators to use in conjunction with existing paired bands in order to obtain substantial improvements in their mobile broadband networks.
"We are very pleased that the FCC has approved the sale of our spectrum licenses and look forward to working with AT&T to deploy supplemental downlink. This is a positive outcome for Qualcomm and our stakeholders," said Dr. Paul E. Jacobs, chairman and CEO of Qualcomm. "We would like to express our appreciation to FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski, his fellow FCC Commissioners and the FCC staff. The use of supplemental downlink will enable the efficient use of unpaired spectrum for mobile broadband in the U.S. and a richer, faster mobile experience for consumers."
About Qualcomm
Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM) is a world leader in next-generation mobile technologies. For 25 years, Qualcomm ideas and inventions have driven the evolution of wireless communications, connecting people more closely to information, entertainment and each other. Today, Qualcomm technologies are powering the convergence of mobile communications and consumer electronics, making wireless devices and services more personal, affordable and accessible to people everywhere. For more information, visit Qualcomm around the Web:
http://www.qualcomm.com
Corporate Blog: http://www.qualcomm.com/blog
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/qualcomm
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/qualcomm
In addition to the historical information contained herein, this news release contains forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ substantially from those referred to herein due to a number of factors, including the ability to timely close the sale of the referenced spectrum licenses as contemplated by the parties; the effect on the timely closing of the transaction and on the transaction as a whole as a result of any appeal of the FCC's order; the expected benefits of the transaction; management plans relating to the transaction; any statements of the plans, strategies and objectives of management for future operations, including the development of supplemental downlink technology, the integration of supplemental downlink technology into the Company's chipsets, the development of carrier aggregation and 4G multicast technologies and the availability and deployment of carrier aggregation and 4G multicast technologies; any statements of expectation or belief, including the benefits of carrier aggregation, supplemental downlink and 4G multicast technologies; and any statements of assumptions underlying any of the foregoing; as well as the other risks detailed from time to time in the Company's SEC reports, including the report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 25, 2011. The Company undertakes no obligation to update, or continue to provide information with respect to, any forward-looking statement or risk factor, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
Qualcomm is a registered trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Qualcomm Contacts:
Emily Kilpatrick, Corporate Communications
Phone: 1-858-845-5959
Email: corpcomm@qualcomm.com
Warren Kneeshaw, Investor Relations
Phone: 1-858-658-4813
Email: ir@qualcomm.com
SOURCE Qualcomm Incorporated
Qualcomm Incorporated
Web Site: http://www.qualcomm.com
SAN DIEGO, Dec. 23, 2011/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM) today announced that the U.S. Federal Communications Commission has approved the sale of its Lower 700 MHz D and E Block (Channel 55 and 56) unpaired U.S. spectrum licenses to AT&T. The sale by Qualcomm to AT&T of the licenses for $1.925 billion was originally announced in December, 2010. The proposed transaction has been pending subject to the satisfaction of the conditions of closing.
In connection with the announcement of the transaction in 2010, AT&T indicated that, as part of its longer term 4G network plan, it intends to deploy this spectrum as supplemental downlink, using carrier aggregation technology. This new technology is designed to deliver substantial capacity gains by enabling unpaired spectrum to be used in conjunction with paired spectrum for 4G services.
Qualcomm is integrating carrier aggregation technology into its chipset roadmap to enable supplemental downlink and intends to market the technology globally. This new technology is expected to create opportunities around the world in regions where unpaired spectrum bands can be made available for wireless operators to use in conjunction with existing paired bands in order to obtain substantial improvements in their mobile broadband networks.
"We are very pleased that the FCC has approved the sale of our spectrum licenses and look forward to working with AT&T to deploy supplemental downlink. This is a positive outcome for Qualcomm and our stakeholders," said Dr. Paul E. Jacobs, chairman and CEO of Qualcomm. "We would like to express our appreciation to FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski, his fellow FCC Commissioners and the FCC staff. The use of supplemental downlink will enable the efficient use of unpaired spectrum for mobile broadband in the U.S. and a richer, faster mobile experience for consumers."
About Qualcomm
Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM) is a world leader in next-generation mobile technologies. For 25 years, Qualcomm ideas and inventions have driven the evolution of wireless communications, connecting people more closely to information, entertainment and each other. Today, Qualcomm technologies are powering the convergence of mobile communications and consumer electronics, making wireless devices and services more personal, affordable and accessible to people everywhere. For more information, visit Qualcomm around the Web:
http://www.qualcomm.com
Corporate Blog: http://www.qualcomm.com/blog
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/qualcomm
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/qualcomm
In addition to the historical information contained herein, this news release contains forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ substantially from those referred to herein due to a number of factors, including the ability to timely close the sale of the referenced spectrum licenses as contemplated by the parties; the effect on the timely closing of the transaction and on the transaction as a whole as a result of any appeal of the FCC's order; the expected benefits of the transaction; management plans relating to the transaction; any statements of the plans, strategies and objectives of management for future operations, including the development of supplemental downlink technology, the integration of supplemental downlink technology into the Company's chipsets, the development of carrier aggregation and 4G multicast technologies and the availability and deployment of carrier aggregation and 4G multicast technologies; any statements of expectation or belief, including the benefits of carrier aggregation, supplemental downlink and 4G multicast technologies; and any statements of assumptions underlying any of the foregoing; as well as the other risks detailed from time to time in the Company's SEC reports, including the report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 25, 2011. The Company undertakes no obligation to update, or continue to provide information with respect to, any forward-looking statement or risk factor, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
Qualcomm is a registered trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Qualcomm Contacts:
Emily Kilpatrick, Corporate Communications
Phone: 1-858-845-5959
Email: corpcomm@qualcomm.com
Warren Kneeshaw, Investor Relations
Phone: 1-858-658-4813
Email: ir@qualcomm.com
SOURCE Qualcomm Incorporated
Qualcomm Incorporated
Web Site: http://www.qualcomm.com
December 22, 2011
Stream TV Networks, Inc. Prepares to Launch Groundbreaking 3D Without Glasses Product Line at CES 2012
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 22, 2011 at 2:56:01 PM
Stream TV Networks, Inc. Prepares to Launch Groundbreaking 3D Without Glasses Product Line at CES 2012
Proprietary Ultra-D technology surpasses all available 3D viewing experiences
PHILADELPHIA, Dec. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Stream TV Networks, Inc. announced today that it will unveil its new Ultra-D technology at CES 2012. Ultra-D is a next generation 3D without glasses display technology that surpasses all 3D viewing experiences offered to date.
Developed by Stream TV Networks, Inc., the producer of the eLocity brand of mobile tablets launched first in 2010, the Ultra-D technology is strictly proprietary and leverages custom hardware, middleware techniques and software algorithms to create unprecedentedautostereoscopic 3D imagery. This technology will provide consumers with access tounlimited 3D content by enabling real-time conversion of:
-- 2D content into 3D autostereoscopic (without glasses)
-- 3D stereoscopic content (with glasses) to 3D autostereoscopic (without
glasses)
The Ultra-D technology thus supports the immediate adoption of 3D consumer hardware despite limited availability of 3D content. Real-time conversion of 2D to 3D and 3D with glasses to 3D without glassesworks seamlessly with various content formats including Blu-ray, DVD, PC gaming, Internet, cable and satellite content.
Another key differentiator of the Ultra-D technology enables customization of the 3D effect to address individual differences in spatial perception and the varying impact of 3D rendering on viewer comfort. The technology allows users to increase or decrease the real-time 3D rendering effect, adjusting for variance in content quality and source as well as personal preference so that consumers can use all Ultra-D products to achieve the optimal 3D picture every time.
"We are extremely proud of what we have been able to accomplish with our Ultra-D technology. It is capable of creating a significant shift in the way people view media, comparable to the transition from black and white to color TV," said Mathu Rajan, CEO of Stream TV Networks, Inc. "Our ultimate goal was to create a solution that addresses existing concerns impeding the adoption of 3D--consumer aversion to expensive glasses, viewer discomfort, variance in individual vision and preference and the slow creation of 3D content. It seemed we were aiming for the impossible but we've made it possible and will be sharing these hard-won achievements with consumers in 2012. Ultra-D is the next generation 3D technology designed to replace 3D with glasses and win preference over 2D devices."
The Ultra-D brand includes 3D-enabling products in the following categories:
-- TVs
-- Converter Boxes
-- Tablets
-- Desktop All-in-One PCs
-- Gaming
-- Laptops
-- Digital Signage
-- Mobile Phones
-- Digital Picture Frames
More information on the Ultra-D product line will become available for the first time to members of the press at the Ultra-D Launch Press Conference at 8:30 am on January 9, 2012 at CES 2012. Additional demos can be scheduled by appointment at Stream TV Networks, Inc.'s CES booth #14815 in the Central Hall of LVCC during the tradeshow.
Stream TV's mission is to bring to market innovative products featuring state-of-the-art technology designed to enhance consumer experience and simplify their digital lifestyle. Its line of consumer products stands to take the media viewing experience to new levels through high end displays and graphics technologies.
Please direct all sales and general inquiries to contact@streamtvnetworks.com. Press inquiries should be directed to esther@southardinc.com or janina@southardinc.com.
ABOUT STREAM TV NETWORKS, INC:Stream TV Networks, Inc. is a Philadelphia-based new media company founded in 2009 to serve a consumer market seeking enhanced entertainment and communications experiences through superior quality devices with unlimited accessibility. Through its brands, Stream TV Networks, Inc. intends to reshape the current media landscape by releasing computer-enabled devices that create an environment where on-demand access to content is available anytime and anywhere, where interactive user feedback is standard, and where creative participation and community formation around media content is nurtured. The company's mission is to redefine "new media" so that it reaches its true dynamic potential and real-time interactive relationship with the media consumer.
SOURCE Stream TV Networks, Inc.
Stream TV Networks, Inc.
CONTACT: Media Contacts: Esther Koo, esther@southardinc.com, or Janina Kozlowski, janina@southardinc.com, both of Southard Communications, +1-212-777-2220; or Sales Contact: Leo J Riley, Stream TV Networks, Inc., +1-609-280-6076, lriley@streamtvnetworks.com
Proprietary Ultra-D technology surpasses all available 3D viewing experiences
PHILADELPHIA, Dec. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Stream TV Networks, Inc. announced today that it will unveil its new Ultra-D technology at CES 2012. Ultra-D is a next generation 3D without glasses display technology that surpasses all 3D viewing experiences offered to date.
Developed by Stream TV Networks, Inc., the producer of the eLocity brand of mobile tablets launched first in 2010, the Ultra-D technology is strictly proprietary and leverages custom hardware, middleware techniques and software algorithms to create unprecedentedautostereoscopic 3D imagery. This technology will provide consumers with access tounlimited 3D content by enabling real-time conversion of:
-- 2D content into 3D autostereoscopic (without glasses)
-- 3D stereoscopic content (with glasses) to 3D autostereoscopic (without
glasses)
The Ultra-D technology thus supports the immediate adoption of 3D consumer hardware despite limited availability of 3D content. Real-time conversion of 2D to 3D and 3D with glasses to 3D without glassesworks seamlessly with various content formats including Blu-ray, DVD, PC gaming, Internet, cable and satellite content.
Another key differentiator of the Ultra-D technology enables customization of the 3D effect to address individual differences in spatial perception and the varying impact of 3D rendering on viewer comfort. The technology allows users to increase or decrease the real-time 3D rendering effect, adjusting for variance in content quality and source as well as personal preference so that consumers can use all Ultra-D products to achieve the optimal 3D picture every time.
"We are extremely proud of what we have been able to accomplish with our Ultra-D technology. It is capable of creating a significant shift in the way people view media, comparable to the transition from black and white to color TV," said Mathu Rajan, CEO of Stream TV Networks, Inc. "Our ultimate goal was to create a solution that addresses existing concerns impeding the adoption of 3D--consumer aversion to expensive glasses, viewer discomfort, variance in individual vision and preference and the slow creation of 3D content. It seemed we were aiming for the impossible but we've made it possible and will be sharing these hard-won achievements with consumers in 2012. Ultra-D is the next generation 3D technology designed to replace 3D with glasses and win preference over 2D devices."
The Ultra-D brand includes 3D-enabling products in the following categories:
-- TVs
-- Converter Boxes
-- Tablets
-- Desktop All-in-One PCs
-- Gaming
-- Laptops
-- Digital Signage
-- Mobile Phones
-- Digital Picture Frames
More information on the Ultra-D product line will become available for the first time to members of the press at the Ultra-D Launch Press Conference at 8:30 am on January 9, 2012 at CES 2012. Additional demos can be scheduled by appointment at Stream TV Networks, Inc.'s CES booth #14815 in the Central Hall of LVCC during the tradeshow.
Stream TV's mission is to bring to market innovative products featuring state-of-the-art technology designed to enhance consumer experience and simplify their digital lifestyle. Its line of consumer products stands to take the media viewing experience to new levels through high end displays and graphics technologies.
Please direct all sales and general inquiries to contact@streamtvnetworks.com. Press inquiries should be directed to esther@southardinc.com or janina@southardinc.com.
ABOUT STREAM TV NETWORKS, INC:Stream TV Networks, Inc. is a Philadelphia-based new media company founded in 2009 to serve a consumer market seeking enhanced entertainment and communications experiences through superior quality devices with unlimited accessibility. Through its brands, Stream TV Networks, Inc. intends to reshape the current media landscape by releasing computer-enabled devices that create an environment where on-demand access to content is available anytime and anywhere, where interactive user feedback is standard, and where creative participation and community formation around media content is nurtured. The company's mission is to redefine "new media" so that it reaches its true dynamic potential and real-time interactive relationship with the media consumer.
SOURCE Stream TV Networks, Inc.
Stream TV Networks, Inc.
CONTACT: Media Contacts: Esther Koo, esther@southardinc.com, or Janina Kozlowski, janina@southardinc.com, both of Southard Communications, +1-212-777-2220; or Sales Contact: Leo J Riley, Stream TV Networks, Inc., +1-609-280-6076, lriley@streamtvnetworks.com
PlayStation Vita to Launch With Biggest and Best Software Lineup in Sony Computer Entertainment History
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 22, 2011 at 2:28:01 PM
PlayStation Vita to Launch With Biggest and Best Software Lineup in Sony Computer Entertainment History
SCEA Announces U.S. and Canadian Lineup of PS Vita Games and Accessories
FOSTER CITY, Calif., Dec. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC today announced software launch details for the highly anticipated PlayStation®Vita (PS Vita) handheld entertainment system, which will boast the biggest and best launch lineup across the history of PlayStation platforms. PS Vita will offer the most popular franchises in gaming along with entirely new titles - all built from the ground up to take advantage of PS Vita and the unique ways it enables gamers to play.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20020701/SFM066LOGO)
The PS Vita platform has the full development support of the gaming industry, including SCE Worldwide Studios and all third-party publishers, who are combining to deliver 25 titles on day one. First-party launch titles will include Escape Plan(TM), Hot Shots Golf®: World Invitational, Little Deviants(TM), ModNation(TM)Racers: Road Trip, UNCHARTED: Golden Abyss(TM), and wipEout® 2048. Key launch titles from third-party partners will include EA SPORTS FIFA Soccer (Electronic Arts, Inc.), Lumines (TM) Electronic Symphony (Ubisoft, Inc.), Touch My Katamari(TM) (Namco Bandai Games America Inc.), Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3® (Capcom Entertainment, Inc.) and Virtua Tennis(TM)4: World Tour Edition (Sega® of America).
Pricing for all software will range between $9.99- $49.99 (MSRP). Software titles will be available via PS Vita game cards at retail stores or digitally via PlayStation®Network. In addition, a select number of titles will be available exclusively on PlayStation Network
"PlayStation Vita is the ultimate portable gaming device, offering all of the interface, controls and social connectivity that gamers have been dreaming about to deliver unsurpassed entertainment and completely new ways to play," said Jack Tretton, president and CEO, Sony Computer Entertainment America. "PS Vita features the most extensive launch lineup in PlayStation's history, and there are more than 100 games in development, ensuring that PS Vita gamers will always have a steady stream of amazing titles at their fingertips."
The gameplay experience on PS Vita is unmatched by any other mobile device in the market, providing new ways to interact through features such as its 5-inch OLED multi-touch screen and rear touch pad, dual analog sticks, dual cameras, and six-axis motion sensing system. PS Vita will also interact with the PlayStation®3 (PS3(TM)) with compatible titles, offering multi-player gaming across both platforms and cloud-saving so consumers can play a game on one platform and pick up where they left off on the other.
PS Vita will draw consumers deeper into the gameplay experience by providing both 3G/Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi only models, enabling them to connect and play with the world around them, including their friends and other PS Vita owners. A variety of social networking and communications services such as Facebook, flickr, foursquare, Skype(TM), and Twitter will be available on PS Vita.
PS Vita launches at major retailers in the United States and Canada on February 22, 2012. The Wi-Fi model will be available for $249.99 (MSRP), and the 3G/Wi-Fi model will be available in the United States for $299.99 (MSRP). Consumers who pre-order the PS Vita First Edition Bundle will be able to pick up their devices as early as February 15, 2012. All first-party launch software titles and a selection of peripherals and third-party games will be available that day to support the release of the pre-sale Bundle.
Consumers who purchase PS Vita will also be able to experience Augmented Reality (AR) right out of the box. Included with every PS Vita system are six AR Play cards and one voucher to download a handful of augmented reality mini games via PlayStation®Network.
SCEA Launch Day Titles
----------------------
Escape Plan(TM) (PSN Only)
Hot Shots Golf(R): World Invitational
Hustle Kings(TM) (PSN Only)
Little Deviants(TM)
ModNation(TM) Racers: Road Trip
Super StarDust(TM) Delta (PSN only)
UNCHARTED: Golden Abyss(TM)
wipEout(R) 2048
Launch Window Titles
Gravity Rush(TM)
MLB(R) 12 The Show
Reality Fighters(TM)
Unit 13(TM)
Third Party Publisher Launch Day Titles
---------------------------------------
Army Corps of Hell (C) Square Enix, Inc.
Asphalt(R) Injection Ubisoft, Inc.
BEN10(TM) GALACTIC RACING D3 Publisher of America
Blazblue: Continuum Shift EXTEND* Aksys Games Localization, Inc.
Dungeon Hunter Alliance Ubisoft, Inc.
Dynasty Warriors Next Tecmo Koei America Corporation
F1 2011(TM) Codemasters(R)
EA SPORTS FIFA Soccer Electronic Arts, Inc.
Lumines (TM) Electronic Symphony* Ubisoft, Inc.
Michael Jackson The Experience Ubisoft, Inc.
Plants vs. Zombies(TM) (PSN Only) Sony Online Entertainment LLC
Rayman(R) Origins* Ubisoft, Inc.
Shinobido 2: Revenge of Zen Namco Bandai Games America Inc.
Tales of Space: Mutant Blobs (PSN Only) Drinkbox Studios
Touch My Katamari(TM) Namco Bandai Games America Inc.
Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3(R)* Capcom Entertainment, Inc.
Virtua Tennis(TM)4: World Tour Edition Sega(R) of America
Launch Window Titles
LEGO(R) Harry Potter(TM): Years 5-7 Warner Bros. Interactive Ent. Inc.
Disgaea (R)3:Absence of Detention NIS America, Inc.
NINJA GAIDEN(R) Sigma PLUS Tecmo Koei America Corporation
Ridge Racer(R) Namco Bandai Games America Inc.
Silent Hill Book of Memories Konami Digital Ent. America, Inc.
Supremacy MMA: Unrestricted(TM) 505 Games
Peripherals and Accessories
There will be a broad selection of official accessories that will be available at PS Vita's launch, such as a Carrying Case, In-Ear Headset, and Cradle.
For consumers looking for a complete solution, a Starter Kit will be available for $39.99 (MSRP), which includes a 4GB Memory Card, Pocket Pouch, Protective Film, Card Case, Headphones, and Cleaning Cloth. Standalone Memory Cards will start at $19.99 (MSRP), providing plenty of options for storing games and save data, videos, music, photos and more.
Product Name Release Date MSRP
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4 GB Memory Card February 15, 2012 $19.99
---------------- ----------------- ------
8 GB Memory Card February 15, 2012 $29.99
---------------- ----------------- ------
16 GB Memory Card February 15, 2012 $59.99
----------------- ----------------- ------
32 GB Memory Card February 15, 2012 $99.99
----------------- ----------------- ------
Starter Kit with Memory
Card February 15, 2012 $39.99
----------------------- ----------------- ------
In-Ear Headset February 15, 2012 $19.99
-------------- ----------------- ------
Carrying Case February 15, 2012 $19.99
------------- ----------------- ------
Travel Pouch February 15, 2012 $19.99
------------ ----------------- ------
Protective Film (2 pack) February 15, 2012 $9.99
----------------------- ----------------- -----
Card Case February 15, 2012 $5.99
--------- ----------------- -----
Cradle February 15, 2012 $19.99
------ ----------------- ------
Portable Charger Spring 2012 $49.99
---------------- ----------- ------
AC Adaptor February 15, 2012 $14.99
---------- ----------------- ------
Car Adaptor Spring 2012 $14.99
----------- ----------- ------
USB Cable February 15, 2012 $14.99
--------- ----------------- ------
About Sony Computer Entertainment America
Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC continues to redefine the entertainment lifestyle with its PlayStation® and PS one® game console, the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) handheld entertainment system, the ground-breaking PlayStation®3 (PS3(TM)) computer entertainment system and its online and network services the PlayStation®Network and PlayStation®Store. Recognized as the undisputed industry leader, Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC markets the PlayStation® family of products and develops, publishes, markets and distributes software for the PS one, PlayStation®2, PSP and PS3 systems for the North American market. Based in Foster City, Calif., Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC serves as headquarters for all North American operations.
* Early release to support PS Vita First Edition Bundle on February 15, 2012
All games featured are trademarked and copyrighted properties of their respective publishers and/or licensors. "PlayStation," and the "PS" Family logo are registered trademarks and "PS3" the "PSVITA" logo and the PlayStation Network logo are trademarks the of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. "SONY" and "make.believe" are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
SOURCE Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20020701/SFM066LOGO
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Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC
CONTACT: CONTACT: Al de Leon, +1-650-655-7348, al_deleon@playstation.sony.com, or Maya Butler, +1-650-655-1673, maya_butler@playstation.sony.com, both of Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC
SCEA Announces U.S. and Canadian Lineup of PS Vita Games and Accessories
FOSTER CITY, Calif., Dec. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC today announced software launch details for the highly anticipated PlayStation®Vita (PS Vita) handheld entertainment system, which will boast the biggest and best launch lineup across the history of PlayStation platforms. PS Vita will offer the most popular franchises in gaming along with entirely new titles - all built from the ground up to take advantage of PS Vita and the unique ways it enables gamers to play.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20020701/SFM066LOGO)
The PS Vita platform has the full development support of the gaming industry, including SCE Worldwide Studios and all third-party publishers, who are combining to deliver 25 titles on day one. First-party launch titles will include Escape Plan(TM), Hot Shots Golf®: World Invitational, Little Deviants(TM), ModNation(TM)Racers: Road Trip, UNCHARTED: Golden Abyss(TM), and wipEout® 2048. Key launch titles from third-party partners will include EA SPORTS FIFA Soccer (Electronic Arts, Inc.), Lumines (TM) Electronic Symphony (Ubisoft, Inc.), Touch My Katamari(TM) (Namco Bandai Games America Inc.), Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3® (Capcom Entertainment, Inc.) and Virtua Tennis(TM)4: World Tour Edition (Sega® of America).
Pricing for all software will range between $9.99- $49.99 (MSRP). Software titles will be available via PS Vita game cards at retail stores or digitally via PlayStation®Network. In addition, a select number of titles will be available exclusively on PlayStation Network
"PlayStation Vita is the ultimate portable gaming device, offering all of the interface, controls and social connectivity that gamers have been dreaming about to deliver unsurpassed entertainment and completely new ways to play," said Jack Tretton, president and CEO, Sony Computer Entertainment America. "PS Vita features the most extensive launch lineup in PlayStation's history, and there are more than 100 games in development, ensuring that PS Vita gamers will always have a steady stream of amazing titles at their fingertips."
The gameplay experience on PS Vita is unmatched by any other mobile device in the market, providing new ways to interact through features such as its 5-inch OLED multi-touch screen and rear touch pad, dual analog sticks, dual cameras, and six-axis motion sensing system. PS Vita will also interact with the PlayStation®3 (PS3(TM)) with compatible titles, offering multi-player gaming across both platforms and cloud-saving so consumers can play a game on one platform and pick up where they left off on the other.
PS Vita will draw consumers deeper into the gameplay experience by providing both 3G/Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi only models, enabling them to connect and play with the world around them, including their friends and other PS Vita owners. A variety of social networking and communications services such as Facebook, flickr, foursquare, Skype(TM), and Twitter will be available on PS Vita.
PS Vita launches at major retailers in the United States and Canada on February 22, 2012. The Wi-Fi model will be available for $249.99 (MSRP), and the 3G/Wi-Fi model will be available in the United States for $299.99 (MSRP). Consumers who pre-order the PS Vita First Edition Bundle will be able to pick up their devices as early as February 15, 2012. All first-party launch software titles and a selection of peripherals and third-party games will be available that day to support the release of the pre-sale Bundle.
Consumers who purchase PS Vita will also be able to experience Augmented Reality (AR) right out of the box. Included with every PS Vita system are six AR Play cards and one voucher to download a handful of augmented reality mini games via PlayStation®Network.
SCEA Launch Day Titles
----------------------
Escape Plan(TM) (PSN Only)
Hot Shots Golf(R): World Invitational
Hustle Kings(TM) (PSN Only)
Little Deviants(TM)
ModNation(TM) Racers: Road Trip
Super StarDust(TM) Delta (PSN only)
UNCHARTED: Golden Abyss(TM)
wipEout(R) 2048
Launch Window Titles
Gravity Rush(TM)
MLB(R) 12 The Show
Reality Fighters(TM)
Unit 13(TM)
Third Party Publisher Launch Day Titles
---------------------------------------
Army Corps of Hell (C) Square Enix, Inc.
Asphalt(R) Injection Ubisoft, Inc.
BEN10(TM) GALACTIC RACING D3 Publisher of America
Blazblue: Continuum Shift EXTEND* Aksys Games Localization, Inc.
Dungeon Hunter Alliance Ubisoft, Inc.
Dynasty Warriors Next Tecmo Koei America Corporation
F1 2011(TM) Codemasters(R)
EA SPORTS FIFA Soccer Electronic Arts, Inc.
Lumines (TM) Electronic Symphony* Ubisoft, Inc.
Michael Jackson The Experience Ubisoft, Inc.
Plants vs. Zombies(TM) (PSN Only) Sony Online Entertainment LLC
Rayman(R) Origins* Ubisoft, Inc.
Shinobido 2: Revenge of Zen Namco Bandai Games America Inc.
Tales of Space: Mutant Blobs (PSN Only) Drinkbox Studios
Touch My Katamari(TM) Namco Bandai Games America Inc.
Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3(R)* Capcom Entertainment, Inc.
Virtua Tennis(TM)4: World Tour Edition Sega(R) of America
Launch Window Titles
LEGO(R) Harry Potter(TM): Years 5-7 Warner Bros. Interactive Ent. Inc.
Disgaea (R)3:Absence of Detention NIS America, Inc.
NINJA GAIDEN(R) Sigma PLUS Tecmo Koei America Corporation
Ridge Racer(R) Namco Bandai Games America Inc.
Silent Hill Book of Memories Konami Digital Ent. America, Inc.
Supremacy MMA: Unrestricted(TM) 505 Games
Peripherals and Accessories
There will be a broad selection of official accessories that will be available at PS Vita's launch, such as a Carrying Case, In-Ear Headset, and Cradle.
For consumers looking for a complete solution, a Starter Kit will be available for $39.99 (MSRP), which includes a 4GB Memory Card, Pocket Pouch, Protective Film, Card Case, Headphones, and Cleaning Cloth. Standalone Memory Cards will start at $19.99 (MSRP), providing plenty of options for storing games and save data, videos, music, photos and more.
Product Name Release Date MSRP
------------ ------------ ----
4 GB Memory Card February 15, 2012 $19.99
---------------- ----------------- ------
8 GB Memory Card February 15, 2012 $29.99
---------------- ----------------- ------
16 GB Memory Card February 15, 2012 $59.99
----------------- ----------------- ------
32 GB Memory Card February 15, 2012 $99.99
----------------- ----------------- ------
Starter Kit with Memory
Card February 15, 2012 $39.99
----------------------- ----------------- ------
In-Ear Headset February 15, 2012 $19.99
-------------- ----------------- ------
Carrying Case February 15, 2012 $19.99
------------- ----------------- ------
Travel Pouch February 15, 2012 $19.99
------------ ----------------- ------
Protective Film (2 pack) February 15, 2012 $9.99
----------------------- ----------------- -----
Card Case February 15, 2012 $5.99
--------- ----------------- -----
Cradle February 15, 2012 $19.99
------ ----------------- ------
Portable Charger Spring 2012 $49.99
---------------- ----------- ------
AC Adaptor February 15, 2012 $14.99
---------- ----------------- ------
Car Adaptor Spring 2012 $14.99
----------- ----------- ------
USB Cable February 15, 2012 $14.99
--------- ----------------- ------
About Sony Computer Entertainment America
Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC continues to redefine the entertainment lifestyle with its PlayStation® and PS one® game console, the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) handheld entertainment system, the ground-breaking PlayStation®3 (PS3(TM)) computer entertainment system and its online and network services the PlayStation®Network and PlayStation®Store. Recognized as the undisputed industry leader, Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC markets the PlayStation® family of products and develops, publishes, markets and distributes software for the PS one, PlayStation®2, PSP and PS3 systems for the North American market. Based in Foster City, Calif., Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC serves as headquarters for all North American operations.
* Early release to support PS Vita First Edition Bundle on February 15, 2012
All games featured are trademarked and copyrighted properties of their respective publishers and/or licensors. "PlayStation," and the "PS" Family logo are registered trademarks and "PS3" the "PSVITA" logo and the PlayStation Network logo are trademarks the of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. "SONY" and "make.believe" are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
SOURCE Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20020701/SFM066LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC
CONTACT: CONTACT: Al de Leon, +1-650-655-7348, al_deleon@playstation.sony.com, or Maya Butler, +1-650-655-1673, maya_butler@playstation.sony.com, both of Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC
A New Web Site, Tracking Net Price Calculators, Reveals 272 Schools Have Yet to Comply With Oct. 29 Deadline
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 22, 2011 at 2:07:01 PM
A New Web Site, Tracking Net Price Calculators, Reveals 272 Schools Have Yet to Comply With Oct. 29 Deadline
NetPriceCalculator.Info Study Shows 95% of Colleges and Universities Have Required Pricing Assessment Tool on Websites, But Some Hard to Find
MCLEAN, Va., Dec. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- NetPriceCalculator.info, a new website tracking colleges and universities that meet a federal requirement to place a "net price calculator" on their school websites, today announced that 272 federally funded institutions of higher education have yet to comply with the October 29, 2011 deadline for this important tool for students and parents.
According to founder James A. Boyle, NetPriceCalculator.info was created for students and parents, high school counselors and others who want to find schools' net price calculators quickly and easily. His organization's review of 6,000 college and university websites reports that more than 95% of institutions have a net price calculator on their sites, though some are difficult to find and vary in usability and accuracy.
"Many institutions have net price calculators that exceed minimum requirements and provide useful planning estimates to prospective students and families seeking information about financial aid," said Boyle. "However, three years after the mandate was issued, it is surprising that so many colleges and universities have failed to post a net price calculator; such as University of North Carolina - Pembroke, Southwest Virginia Community College and Troy University in Alabama."
Boyle added: "The college search and selection process is daunting even when money is not a major factor, but in these economic times, cost is critical. A school website without a calculator means students won't be able to learn the expected price of attendance."
A complete directory of school websites contained in the review may be found on the home page of http://www.netpricecalculator.info. Any school without a link to a calculator does not, as of the date of this press release, have one. More than one-half of the missing calculators - 158 or 58% of the total 272 - are non-traditional, certificate program or skill training colleges, many of them beauty or cosmetology schools.
According to Boyle, NetPriceCalculator.info is planning to issue "ratings" of net price calculators, measuring accuracy, user friendliness, and compliance with federal guidelines.
Based in McLean, VA, NetPriceCalculator.info was founded in November 2011. More information is available at http://www.netpricecalculator.info.
Contact:
Jim Boyle
571-213-3979
jim@boylepublicaffairs.com
SOURCE NetPriceCalculator.info
NetPriceCalculator.info
Web Site: http://www.netpricecalculator.info
NetPriceCalculator.Info Study Shows 95% of Colleges and Universities Have Required Pricing Assessment Tool on Websites, But Some Hard to Find
MCLEAN, Va., Dec. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- NetPriceCalculator.info, a new website tracking colleges and universities that meet a federal requirement to place a "net price calculator" on their school websites, today announced that 272 federally funded institutions of higher education have yet to comply with the October 29, 2011 deadline for this important tool for students and parents.
According to founder James A. Boyle, NetPriceCalculator.info was created for students and parents, high school counselors and others who want to find schools' net price calculators quickly and easily. His organization's review of 6,000 college and university websites reports that more than 95% of institutions have a net price calculator on their sites, though some are difficult to find and vary in usability and accuracy.
"Many institutions have net price calculators that exceed minimum requirements and provide useful planning estimates to prospective students and families seeking information about financial aid," said Boyle. "However, three years after the mandate was issued, it is surprising that so many colleges and universities have failed to post a net price calculator; such as University of North Carolina - Pembroke, Southwest Virginia Community College and Troy University in Alabama."
Boyle added: "The college search and selection process is daunting even when money is not a major factor, but in these economic times, cost is critical. A school website without a calculator means students won't be able to learn the expected price of attendance."
A complete directory of school websites contained in the review may be found on the home page of http://www.netpricecalculator.info. Any school without a link to a calculator does not, as of the date of this press release, have one. More than one-half of the missing calculators - 158 or 58% of the total 272 - are non-traditional, certificate program or skill training colleges, many of them beauty or cosmetology schools.
According to Boyle, NetPriceCalculator.info is planning to issue "ratings" of net price calculators, measuring accuracy, user friendliness, and compliance with federal guidelines.
Based in McLean, VA, NetPriceCalculator.info was founded in November 2011. More information is available at http://www.netpricecalculator.info.
Contact:
Jim Boyle
571-213-3979
jim@boylepublicaffairs.com
SOURCE NetPriceCalculator.info
NetPriceCalculator.info
Web Site: http://www.netpricecalculator.info
New Ricoh Aficio 5200S Series MFPs Offer Big Power for Midsized Workgroups
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 22, 2011 at 11:07:01 AM
New Ricoh Aficio 5200S Series MFPs Offer Big Power for Midsized Workgroups
Ricoh's latest monochrome line gives customers exciting new alternative for reducing business expenses without sacrificing performance
WEST CALDWELL, N.J., Dec. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Ricoh Americas Corporation, a leading provider of digital office equipment and advanced document management solutions and services, today unveiled a line of multifunction products (MFPs) that offer unparalleled power and affordability for busy workgroups in the 10-to-30-person range. The Ricoh® Aficio® SP 5200S/SP 5210SF/SP 5210SR Digital Imaging System is an A4 platform that inherits all the design and engineering qualities of Ricoh's market-leading A3 MFPs but in a smaller footprint and at a lower purchase price.
Responding to market demands, these new A4 MFPs deliver on the promise of advanced capabilities, seamless integration with Ricoh's productivity-enhancing solutions and simplified maintenance.
The SP 5200S series offers monochrome copy, print and fax capabilities as well as color scanning with printing speeds of 47 to 52 pages per minute, plus many more advantages over other products in its category, including:
-- A large, 8.5-inch, full-color tilting LCD touch screen control panel
that displays simple, animated operating instructions for uninterrupted
productivity.
-- An unmatched range of intuitive capabilities for document capture and
distribution, including Scan-to-Email/Folder/URL with LDAP support.
-- Simple maintenance with standard Ricoh supplies, an easily accessible
all-in-one print cartridge rated for 25,000 pages, and a maintenance kit
rated to last 120,000 pages.
-- Integrated finishing instead of bulky attachments that would expand the
footprint.
-- Low cost per page
Powerful engine in a small spaceThough occupying considerably less space, the SP 5200S series uses the same controller found in multifunction products costing three times as much. "This versatile system is among the most significant product introductions we'll make this year," said Shun Sato, Senior Vice President, Marketing, Ricoh Americas Corporation. "Given that we're the market leader in A3 products, broadening the A4 line enables us to better meet all of our customers' needs, advancing the strategic information management initiatives we help them execute."
By reducing cost but not performance, the SP 5200S series serves as an ideal component of a comprehensive Ricoh Managed Document Services (MDS) engagement. The series is fully integrated with the Ricoh @Remote(TM) Intelligent Management System for optimizing device fleets. ENERGY STAR compliant, the series offers sustainability features such as automatic duplexing for two-sided printing.
In addition to supporting workgroups, with optional IPDS technology, this MFP line supports the back office by printing invoices and other business documents directly from business servers like the IBM AS/400. To help protect sensitive information from a multitude of threats, the SP 5200S series includes a full range of advanced security features, such as user authentication, hard drive data overwrite, SSL encryption, Wi-Fi Protect Access Support and optional ID card reader support.
The SP 5200S series starts at $3,299 MSRP and includes printer-only configurations in the SP 5200DN/SP 5210DN models. Producing 47 and 52 pages per minute respectively, the SP 5200DN and SP 5210DN offer many of the same capabilities as the MFPs, including automatic duplexing, high-performance paper handling and the latest security features. Designed to minimize total cost of ownership, these space-saving devices can expand from desktop models to five-tray floor-standing powerhouses.
For more information on the Aficio SP 5200S/SP 5210SF/SP 5210SR Digital Imaging System, the SP 5200DN/SP 5210DN printers, and Ricoh's full line of products, services and solutions, please visit http://www.ricoh-usa.com.
About Ricoh Americas CorporationRicoh Americas Corporation, headquartered in West Caldwell, N.J., is a subsidiary of Ricoh Company, Ltd., the 75-year-old leading provider of advanced office technology and innovative document imaging products, services and software, with fiscal year 2010 sales in excess of $23 billion. Ricoh's fully integrated hardware and customizable services and software help businesses share information efficiently and effectively by enabling customers to control the input, management and output of documents. Ricoh Americas Corporation, directly or through its network of authorized dealers, markets and distributes products in North, Central and South America.
© 2011 Ricoh Americas Corporation. All rights reserved. All referenced product names are the trademarks of their respective companies.
Ricoh Web Site: http://www.ricoh-usa.com
CONTACT: Linda Montefusco Heather Nevers
Ricoh Americas Corporation Brodeur Partners
(973) 882-2172 (617) 587-2814
linda.montefusco@ricoh-usa.com hnevers@brodeur.com
SOURCE Ricoh Americas Corporation
Ricoh Americas Corporation
Web Site: http://www.ricoh-usa.com
Ricoh's latest monochrome line gives customers exciting new alternative for reducing business expenses without sacrificing performance
WEST CALDWELL, N.J., Dec. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Ricoh Americas Corporation, a leading provider of digital office equipment and advanced document management solutions and services, today unveiled a line of multifunction products (MFPs) that offer unparalleled power and affordability for busy workgroups in the 10-to-30-person range. The Ricoh® Aficio® SP 5200S/SP 5210SF/SP 5210SR Digital Imaging System is an A4 platform that inherits all the design and engineering qualities of Ricoh's market-leading A3 MFPs but in a smaller footprint and at a lower purchase price.
Responding to market demands, these new A4 MFPs deliver on the promise of advanced capabilities, seamless integration with Ricoh's productivity-enhancing solutions and simplified maintenance.
The SP 5200S series offers monochrome copy, print and fax capabilities as well as color scanning with printing speeds of 47 to 52 pages per minute, plus many more advantages over other products in its category, including:
-- A large, 8.5-inch, full-color tilting LCD touch screen control panel
that displays simple, animated operating instructions for uninterrupted
productivity.
-- An unmatched range of intuitive capabilities for document capture and
distribution, including Scan-to-Email/Folder/URL with LDAP support.
-- Simple maintenance with standard Ricoh supplies, an easily accessible
all-in-one print cartridge rated for 25,000 pages, and a maintenance kit
rated to last 120,000 pages.
-- Integrated finishing instead of bulky attachments that would expand the
footprint.
-- Low cost per page
Powerful engine in a small spaceThough occupying considerably less space, the SP 5200S series uses the same controller found in multifunction products costing three times as much. "This versatile system is among the most significant product introductions we'll make this year," said Shun Sato, Senior Vice President, Marketing, Ricoh Americas Corporation. "Given that we're the market leader in A3 products, broadening the A4 line enables us to better meet all of our customers' needs, advancing the strategic information management initiatives we help them execute."
By reducing cost but not performance, the SP 5200S series serves as an ideal component of a comprehensive Ricoh Managed Document Services (MDS) engagement. The series is fully integrated with the Ricoh @Remote(TM) Intelligent Management System for optimizing device fleets. ENERGY STAR compliant, the series offers sustainability features such as automatic duplexing for two-sided printing.
In addition to supporting workgroups, with optional IPDS technology, this MFP line supports the back office by printing invoices and other business documents directly from business servers like the IBM AS/400. To help protect sensitive information from a multitude of threats, the SP 5200S series includes a full range of advanced security features, such as user authentication, hard drive data overwrite, SSL encryption, Wi-Fi Protect Access Support and optional ID card reader support.
The SP 5200S series starts at $3,299 MSRP and includes printer-only configurations in the SP 5200DN/SP 5210DN models. Producing 47 and 52 pages per minute respectively, the SP 5200DN and SP 5210DN offer many of the same capabilities as the MFPs, including automatic duplexing, high-performance paper handling and the latest security features. Designed to minimize total cost of ownership, these space-saving devices can expand from desktop models to five-tray floor-standing powerhouses.
For more information on the Aficio SP 5200S/SP 5210SF/SP 5210SR Digital Imaging System, the SP 5200DN/SP 5210DN printers, and Ricoh's full line of products, services and solutions, please visit http://www.ricoh-usa.com.
About Ricoh Americas CorporationRicoh Americas Corporation, headquartered in West Caldwell, N.J., is a subsidiary of Ricoh Company, Ltd., the 75-year-old leading provider of advanced office technology and innovative document imaging products, services and software, with fiscal year 2010 sales in excess of $23 billion. Ricoh's fully integrated hardware and customizable services and software help businesses share information efficiently and effectively by enabling customers to control the input, management and output of documents. Ricoh Americas Corporation, directly or through its network of authorized dealers, markets and distributes products in North, Central and South America.
© 2011 Ricoh Americas Corporation. All rights reserved. All referenced product names are the trademarks of their respective companies.
Ricoh Web Site: http://www.ricoh-usa.com
CONTACT: Linda Montefusco Heather Nevers
Ricoh Americas Corporation Brodeur Partners
(973) 882-2172 (617) 587-2814
linda.montefusco@ricoh-usa.com hnevers@brodeur.com
SOURCE Ricoh Americas Corporation
Ricoh Americas Corporation
Web Site: http://www.ricoh-usa.com
Sam Holden: All Access Documentary Sneak Peak
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 22, 2011 at 11:00:01 AM
Sam Holden: All Access Documentary Sneak Peak
GIBRALTAR, December 22, 2011/PRNewswire/ --
British poker professional and Team 888poker ambassador, Sam Holden, has taken the
poker world by storm in 2011 with winnings totaling almost a million dollars. To take a
look back on Sam's exciting journey, Spade Social in partnership with 888poker developed
an all access documentary series.
In this exclusive documentary, 888poker's young star heads to Las Vegas to take on the
best poker professionals in the world at the WSOP Main Event Final Table. Along the way,
we find out what has turned him from a hopeful student interested in the game to one of
the brightest and most talented players in the circuit.
The documentary also exploreshow the new breed of highly educated, young poker players
is changing the game and what influences technology and social media have had on the
sport.
This documentary will make you feel like you're at in the room with Sam or at the
poker table. Diving into his skills on the table and online so you can better understand
how a million dollar poker professional is made. Check out the sneak peak
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OmSUlZbVln0&feature=youtu.be
The full, 30minute documentary will be aired on sky 231 in the UK and over 20 free to
air and satellite channels across Europe from Jan 2012.
About 888poker:
888poker.com is the fastest growing online poker brand in the industry, hosting
thousands of poker enthusiasts the world over at any given time. With over 5 million
registered members, 888poker continues to offer the best consumer experience. 888poker
strives to provide quality entertainment by providing a safe, fun and secure poker
environment. Customers play on state-of-the-art software
[http://www.888poker.com/getting-started/how-to-install.htm ] with 3D, PokerCam, Private
Games [http://www.888poker.com/poker-promotions/private-tournaments-form.htm ] and Teams
features. As part of the 888poker experience, players also enjoy an 888poker Rewards
Program [http://www.888poker.com/rewards/introduction ], 888poker Online Shop
[http://shop.888poker.com ] and access to my.888poker [http://my.888poker.com ] Community.
Web: http://www.888poker.com
Source: 888poker.com
Media Contact: Jennifer Von Strohe Huxley, Global Media and PR, media@888poker.com, Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/888PokerOfficial, Social: my.888poker.com, Twitter: @888poker, YouTube: 888behindthescenes
GIBRALTAR, December 22, 2011/PRNewswire/ --
British poker professional and Team 888poker ambassador, Sam Holden, has taken the
poker world by storm in 2011 with winnings totaling almost a million dollars. To take a
look back on Sam's exciting journey, Spade Social in partnership with 888poker developed
an all access documentary series.
In this exclusive documentary, 888poker's young star heads to Las Vegas to take on the
best poker professionals in the world at the WSOP Main Event Final Table. Along the way,
we find out what has turned him from a hopeful student interested in the game to one of
the brightest and most talented players in the circuit.
The documentary also exploreshow the new breed of highly educated, young poker players
is changing the game and what influences technology and social media have had on the
sport.
This documentary will make you feel like you're at in the room with Sam or at the
poker table. Diving into his skills on the table and online so you can better understand
how a million dollar poker professional is made. Check out the sneak peak
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OmSUlZbVln0&feature=youtu.be
The full, 30minute documentary will be aired on sky 231 in the UK and over 20 free to
air and satellite channels across Europe from Jan 2012.
About 888poker:
888poker.com is the fastest growing online poker brand in the industry, hosting
thousands of poker enthusiasts the world over at any given time. With over 5 million
registered members, 888poker continues to offer the best consumer experience. 888poker
strives to provide quality entertainment by providing a safe, fun and secure poker
environment. Customers play on state-of-the-art software
[http://www.888poker.com/getting-started/how-to-install.htm ] with 3D, PokerCam, Private
Games [http://www.888poker.com/poker-promotions/private-tournaments-form.htm ] and Teams
features. As part of the 888poker experience, players also enjoy an 888poker Rewards
Program [http://www.888poker.com/rewards/introduction ], 888poker Online Shop
[http://shop.888poker.com ] and access to my.888poker [http://my.888poker.com ] Community.
Web: http://www.888poker.com
Source: 888poker.com
Media Contact: Jennifer Von Strohe Huxley, Global Media and PR, media@888poker.com, Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/888PokerOfficial, Social: my.888poker.com, Twitter: @888poker, YouTube: 888behindthescenes
Saddle up: Sky Vegas Launches new Lone Ranger Slot Machine
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 22, 2011 at 10:35:01 AM
Saddle up: Sky Vegas Launches new Lone Ranger Slot Machine
LONDON, December 22, 2011/PRNewswire/ --
Online gaming franchise is inspired by the Wild West in its latest 5-reel
slot machine game
Online gaming lovers better saddle up and get their show on the road, for Sky Vegas
continues to explore the new frontiers of casino games [http://www.skyvegas.com ] with the
launch of its latest one-player slot machine, Lone Ranger.
The gaming branch of the gargantuan entertainment empire is calling Lone Ranger
another 'iconic 5-reel 20-line' slot machine, one to match up to other new launch Rainbow
King.
It's every man for himself out there in the wild wild west of online gaming, but ever
the generous types, Sky Vegas is also throwing in GBP500 welcome bonuses to all newcomers
to the online casino community.
And with the chance to bet from as little as 1p a turn, Sky Vegas is expecting big
returns for players, and the company alike, as the popularity of online casinos seems to
be going through its own yee-haw.
Indeed, with nearly GBP2 billion paid out since its inception, 2011 has proved a busy
year. This continues into December, in which Sky Vegas has paid out over GBP13 million in
the last seven days.
Players can put in bets from 1p up to GBP500, with the added incentive of big cash
prizes and the chance to up the stakes with a mosey down to the Hi-Ho Silver Free Spin
Saloon.
You can swagger through the saloon's double doors if you get 3 or more Free Spins
Saloon symbols on your spins. Barrels are shot to eliminate Free Spins values before being
offered a number of Free Spins.
Once you're in the thick of it, firing away, bourbon in hand, any Free Spins awarded
send the player to the enriched Free Spins Reels where players can also take advantage of
other bonus features and prizes.
For more information or to sign up and start playing, go
to:http://www.skyvegas.com/vegas?action=GoGameInfo&name=LoneRanger&tracking=homecentralcatallthebestfeatured
About Sky Vegas
Sky Vegas [http://www.skyvegas.com ] is the online casino division of BSkyB.
Established in March 2003, it now boasts more than 200 games including slots games, table
games, instant win games, penny arcade and community games. Sky Vegas does not accept
customers from the USA and operates fully within UK law under a licence issued by the
Alderney Gambling Control Commission.
Source: SKY Vegas
Helen Jacob, Sky Bet PR Manager, T: +44(0)113-3895941, M: +44(07)86-6442167, E: Helen.Jacob@bskyb.com
LONDON, December 22, 2011/PRNewswire/ --
Online gaming franchise is inspired by the Wild West in its latest 5-reel
slot machine game
Online gaming lovers better saddle up and get their show on the road, for Sky Vegas
continues to explore the new frontiers of casino games [http://www.skyvegas.com ] with the
launch of its latest one-player slot machine, Lone Ranger.
The gaming branch of the gargantuan entertainment empire is calling Lone Ranger
another 'iconic 5-reel 20-line' slot machine, one to match up to other new launch Rainbow
King.
It's every man for himself out there in the wild wild west of online gaming, but ever
the generous types, Sky Vegas is also throwing in GBP500 welcome bonuses to all newcomers
to the online casino community.
And with the chance to bet from as little as 1p a turn, Sky Vegas is expecting big
returns for players, and the company alike, as the popularity of online casinos seems to
be going through its own yee-haw.
Indeed, with nearly GBP2 billion paid out since its inception, 2011 has proved a busy
year. This continues into December, in which Sky Vegas has paid out over GBP13 million in
the last seven days.
Players can put in bets from 1p up to GBP500, with the added incentive of big cash
prizes and the chance to up the stakes with a mosey down to the Hi-Ho Silver Free Spin
Saloon.
You can swagger through the saloon's double doors if you get 3 or more Free Spins
Saloon symbols on your spins. Barrels are shot to eliminate Free Spins values before being
offered a number of Free Spins.
Once you're in the thick of it, firing away, bourbon in hand, any Free Spins awarded
send the player to the enriched Free Spins Reels where players can also take advantage of
other bonus features and prizes.
For more information or to sign up and start playing, go
to:http://www.skyvegas.com/vegas?action=GoGameInfo&name=LoneRanger&tracking=homecentralcatallthebestfeatured
About Sky Vegas
Sky Vegas [http://www.skyvegas.com ] is the online casino division of BSkyB.
Established in March 2003, it now boasts more than 200 games including slots games, table
games, instant win games, penny arcade and community games. Sky Vegas does not accept
customers from the USA and operates fully within UK law under a licence issued by the
Alderney Gambling Control Commission.
Source: SKY Vegas
Helen Jacob, Sky Bet PR Manager, T: +44(0)113-3895941, M: +44(07)86-6442167, E: Helen.Jacob@bskyb.com
Comwave Launches BlackBerry App with Free Calling to 57 Countries
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 22, 2011 at 10:07:01 AM
Comwave Launches BlackBerry App with Free Calling to 57 Countries
TORONTO, Dec. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Due to popular demand, Comwave has followed up on their iPhone and Android Applications with the release of their mobile app for BlackBerry. Comwave's new Mobile App has eliminated cell phone long distance charges to 57 countries. Available today in BlackBerry App World(TM) for the US & Canada for $30 per year, users are able to place long distance calls directly through their existing contact lists on their BlackBerry Smartphones, to 57 countries including the USA & Canada. There are no monthly bills and there is a 100-minute free trial available at http://www.comwave.net/mobile.
"With Consumers loving our iPhone and Android Apps, a BlackBerry version was a natural progression," says Yuval Barzakay, President and CEO. "At $30 per year this App is such a great offer that it's really hard to turn down if you ever make long distance calls from your Smartphone."
Customers can register at http://www.comwave.net/mobile and then download the App for free in BlackBerry App World(TM). Other Smartphone users can download the App for iPhone on iTunes or for Android devices in the Android Market.
$30/year Includes:
-- Ability to change your Caller ID
-- 250 free local & long distance minutes per month for 12 months to call
across the street or around the globe (That's 3,000 free minutes to 57
countries)
-- Lower rates than Skype if you go over the free 250 minutes/month or call
outside of the 57 countries
-- No monthly fees... Just an annual fee of $30
About Comwave
Comwave is Canada's largest independent communications company specializing in Voice over IP (VoIP), long distance and mobile for residential and business customers. It has recently released the very successful ePhone for the BlackBerry Playbook, PC & Mac. Led by President and CEO, Yuval Barzakay, Comwave has become Canada's leader in VoIP solutions. Comwave serves over 500 cities in Canada and over 1100 in the United States.
In our competitive landscape Comwave has always been the go-to company for great savings and we continue to bring our customers the absolute best rates. We are never undersold, and we don't compromise on reliability and customer satisfaction.
Our Focus:
-- To improve on the customer experience and overall satisfaction
-- Keep things simple
-- Innovate
SOURCE Comwave
Comwave
CONTACT: Jamie Fine, Social Media and Communications Specialist, +1-416-663-9700, ext. 329, jfine@comwave.net
Web Site: http://www.comwave.net
TORONTO, Dec. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Due to popular demand, Comwave has followed up on their iPhone and Android Applications with the release of their mobile app for BlackBerry. Comwave's new Mobile App has eliminated cell phone long distance charges to 57 countries. Available today in BlackBerry App World(TM) for the US & Canada for $30 per year, users are able to place long distance calls directly through their existing contact lists on their BlackBerry Smartphones, to 57 countries including the USA & Canada. There are no monthly bills and there is a 100-minute free trial available at http://www.comwave.net/mobile.
"With Consumers loving our iPhone and Android Apps, a BlackBerry version was a natural progression," says Yuval Barzakay, President and CEO. "At $30 per year this App is such a great offer that it's really hard to turn down if you ever make long distance calls from your Smartphone."
Customers can register at http://www.comwave.net/mobile and then download the App for free in BlackBerry App World(TM). Other Smartphone users can download the App for iPhone on iTunes or for Android devices in the Android Market.
$30/year Includes:
-- Ability to change your Caller ID
-- 250 free local & long distance minutes per month for 12 months to call
across the street or around the globe (That's 3,000 free minutes to 57
countries)
-- Lower rates than Skype if you go over the free 250 minutes/month or call
outside of the 57 countries
-- No monthly fees... Just an annual fee of $30
About Comwave
Comwave is Canada's largest independent communications company specializing in Voice over IP (VoIP), long distance and mobile for residential and business customers. It has recently released the very successful ePhone for the BlackBerry Playbook, PC & Mac. Led by President and CEO, Yuval Barzakay, Comwave has become Canada's leader in VoIP solutions. Comwave serves over 500 cities in Canada and over 1100 in the United States.
In our competitive landscape Comwave has always been the go-to company for great savings and we continue to bring our customers the absolute best rates. We are never undersold, and we don't compromise on reliability and customer satisfaction.
Our Focus:
-- To improve on the customer experience and overall satisfaction
-- Keep things simple
-- Innovate
SOURCE Comwave
Comwave
CONTACT: Jamie Fine, Social Media and Communications Specialist, +1-416-663-9700, ext. 329, jfine@comwave.net
Web Site: http://www.comwave.net
PlumChoice Announces Availability of Technical Service Automation Solution to Support Microsoft SQL Server
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 22, 2011 at 9:49:01 AM
PlumChoice Announces Availability of Technical Service Automation Solution to Support Microsoft SQL Server
Updated Tific Solution Now Handles Multiple Database and CRM Systems
BILLERICA, Mass., Dec. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- PlumChoice, Inc., a pioneer in the delivery of remote technical services in the next-generation Service 2.0 model and the parent company of Tific AB, announced today that its best-of-breed support services automation solution is now generally available for Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2. The new release allows administration of support automation for customers on numerous database platforms.
PlumChoice, which is committed to delivering the industry's most advanced service automation tools and solutions, now supports the broadest range of underlying database and customer relationship management (CRM) systems through Microsoft SQL Server, a popular infrastructure element deployed in systems used by major companies worldwide. The updated platform allows widespread adoption by companies using Microsoft SQL Server.
Designed for IT Operations/Service Desks and Service Desk Outsourcers, the award-winning, highly scalable PlumChoice support services automation solution is used to automatically detect and remediate technical problems on end user's devices. Now, Global 2000 organizations and MSPs working within a SQL Server environment can leverage the solution's powerful visual programming and data mining tools to quickly and easily develop and maintain support content under controlled conditions, as well as leverage real-time data to create valuable business intelligence reports for proactive improvement of services and products.
"As the leader in the remote technical services delivery sector, we're looking forward to expanding our customer base to include companies that use Microsoft SQL Server as their standard," said Ted Werth, Chief Executive Officer of PlumChoice. "With this release, PlumChoice offers the broadest service automation platform in the industry."
"Our versatile solution has always allowed users to reduce costs and accelerate time to market while increasing customer satisfaction," said Josh Goldlust, Vice President of Product Marketing and Management at PlumChoice. "Now we can deliver this capability more broadly."
To learn more about PlumChoice, please visit http://www.plumchoice.com.
About PlumChoice
PlumChoice, Inc., a pioneer in the remote technical services industry, offers comprehensive, best-of-breed technology care business solutions through its patented SAFElink® Technology Platform, Technology Solution Suite software-as-a-service, and remote and on-site services. PlumChoice empowers customers to launch premium technology services businesses and efficiently manage internal technical support programs. The company excels at market-leading software and services for the full spectrum of devices, providing unparalleled scalability, efficiency and user satisfaction. Using a customer-centric Service 2.0 approach, PlumChoice delivers support primarily to and through Fortune 2000 companies in technology, telecommunications, consumer electronics, financial services and service partners.
The press release contains forward-looking statements regarding anticipated objectives, growth and/or expected product and service developments or enhancements. Such forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of the following words (among others): "believes," "expects," "may," "will," "plan," "should" or "anticipates," or comparable words and their negatives. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees but are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from the expectations contained in these statements. PlumChoice assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements contained in this press release in the event of changing circumstances or otherwise, and such statements are current only as of the date they are made.
PlumChoice, Tific and SAFElink are trademarks or registered trademarks of PlumChoice, Inc. in the United States and other countries.All other product and company names and marks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective owners and are mentioned for identification purposes only.
Microsoft and SQL Server are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
SOURCE PlumChoice, Inc.
PlumChoice, Inc.
CONTACT: PlumChoice Contact, Karen McPhillips, Vice President, Marketing, 1-866-811-3321 x3204, kmcphillips@plumchoice.com; Press Contact, Belinda Rooney, SSPR, 1-866-811-3321, pr@plumchoice.com
Web Site: http://www.plumchoice.com
Updated Tific Solution Now Handles Multiple Database and CRM Systems
BILLERICA, Mass., Dec. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- PlumChoice, Inc., a pioneer in the delivery of remote technical services in the next-generation Service 2.0 model and the parent company of Tific AB, announced today that its best-of-breed support services automation solution is now generally available for Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2. The new release allows administration of support automation for customers on numerous database platforms.
PlumChoice, which is committed to delivering the industry's most advanced service automation tools and solutions, now supports the broadest range of underlying database and customer relationship management (CRM) systems through Microsoft SQL Server, a popular infrastructure element deployed in systems used by major companies worldwide. The updated platform allows widespread adoption by companies using Microsoft SQL Server.
Designed for IT Operations/Service Desks and Service Desk Outsourcers, the award-winning, highly scalable PlumChoice support services automation solution is used to automatically detect and remediate technical problems on end user's devices. Now, Global 2000 organizations and MSPs working within a SQL Server environment can leverage the solution's powerful visual programming and data mining tools to quickly and easily develop and maintain support content under controlled conditions, as well as leverage real-time data to create valuable business intelligence reports for proactive improvement of services and products.
"As the leader in the remote technical services delivery sector, we're looking forward to expanding our customer base to include companies that use Microsoft SQL Server as their standard," said Ted Werth, Chief Executive Officer of PlumChoice. "With this release, PlumChoice offers the broadest service automation platform in the industry."
"Our versatile solution has always allowed users to reduce costs and accelerate time to market while increasing customer satisfaction," said Josh Goldlust, Vice President of Product Marketing and Management at PlumChoice. "Now we can deliver this capability more broadly."
To learn more about PlumChoice, please visit http://www.plumchoice.com.
About PlumChoice
PlumChoice, Inc., a pioneer in the remote technical services industry, offers comprehensive, best-of-breed technology care business solutions through its patented SAFElink® Technology Platform, Technology Solution Suite software-as-a-service, and remote and on-site services. PlumChoice empowers customers to launch premium technology services businesses and efficiently manage internal technical support programs. The company excels at market-leading software and services for the full spectrum of devices, providing unparalleled scalability, efficiency and user satisfaction. Using a customer-centric Service 2.0 approach, PlumChoice delivers support primarily to and through Fortune 2000 companies in technology, telecommunications, consumer electronics, financial services and service partners.
The press release contains forward-looking statements regarding anticipated objectives, growth and/or expected product and service developments or enhancements. Such forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of the following words (among others): "believes," "expects," "may," "will," "plan," "should" or "anticipates," or comparable words and their negatives. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees but are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from the expectations contained in these statements. PlumChoice assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements contained in this press release in the event of changing circumstances or otherwise, and such statements are current only as of the date they are made.
PlumChoice, Tific and SAFElink are trademarks or registered trademarks of PlumChoice, Inc. in the United States and other countries.All other product and company names and marks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective owners and are mentioned for identification purposes only.
Microsoft and SQL Server are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
SOURCE PlumChoice, Inc.
PlumChoice, Inc.
CONTACT: PlumChoice Contact, Karen McPhillips, Vice President, Marketing, 1-866-811-3321 x3204, kmcphillips@plumchoice.com; Press Contact, Belinda Rooney, SSPR, 1-866-811-3321, pr@plumchoice.com
Web Site: http://www.plumchoice.com
AnyMP4 Releases iPad to Mac Transfer - Transfer iPad Files to Macs Easily
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 22, 2011 at 9:14:01 AM
AnyMP4 Releases iPad to Mac Transfer - Transfer iPad Files to Macs Easily
BEIJING, Dec. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Recently, AnyMP4 released iPad to Mac Transfer, the best and most versatile iPad to Mac transferring assistant software for Mac users, which can easily transfer all iPad files to Mac with amazing speed and excellent quality.
AnyMP4's iPad to Mac transfer software can help users transfer Music, Movies, TV Shows, Podcasts, iTunes U, ePub, PDF, Audio Books, Camera Roll, Pictures, Voice Memos and Camera Shots from iPad to Mac, and has the ability to transfer iPad videos, music, pictures, etc. to iTunes without any loss in quality. Before transferring the iPad files, users are allowed to preview the effects of movies and pictures with the "built-in-player".
Also, users can back up their own iPhone SMSs and Contacts as database files to a Mac's local disc for safety with this iPad to Mac software. Any transferring process will be finished in a short while and the results of the transfer will be shown at the bottom of the screen.
With the humanized design and intuitive interface of AnyMP4's iPad file to Mac Transfer, users can freely edit the ID3 information of iPad files like name, artist, album, track number, lyrics, etc. With the Manual or Auto "File Filter" function, users can also easily and quickly locate their desired iPad files. When users click on a video, audio or photo folder, the number of the files will be shown in the bottom of the screenshot.
In addition, AnyMP4's iPad to Mac Transfer can transfer all iPad 2 files to Mac, and is highly compatible with other Apple portable devices, including the iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod touch, iPhone, iPhone 4, and iPhone 4S. It even has the ability to transfer files between different iOS devices, and supports the latest iOS 5.
For more information about this compelling software, please visit the webpage below:
http://www.anymp4.com/ipad-to-mac-transfer/
System Requirements
OS Supported: Mac OS X 10.4 or above
CPU: Intel (R) processor
Hardware 512MB RAM, Super VGA (800×600) resolution, 16-bit
Requirements: graphics card or higher
Pricing and Availability
AnyMP4 iPad to Mac Transfer is available now at $29.00.
For more information and get a free trial version, please visit: http://www.anymp4.com/ipad-to-mac-transfer/
About AnyMP4
AnyMP4, a software producer, aims to provide the best and world-class solutions for converting Blu-ray Discs, DVDs and video/audio files. AnyMP4 is dedicated to developing the most powerful multimedia processing software for users all over the world. Our product portfolio ranges from video tools, DVD tools, Blu-ray tools, etc. on both Microsoft Windows and Apple's Mac OS X platforms. All of these software products can help you easily solve almost all DVD/Blu-ray/video issues. For more details about AnyMP4, please visit: http://www.anymp4.com
SOURCE Harbour Software
Harbour Software
CONTACT: George Brown, +86-131-4638-1763, pr@anymp4.com, http://www.anymp4.com
Web Site: http://www.anymp4.com/ipad-to-mac-transfer/
BEIJING, Dec. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Recently, AnyMP4 released iPad to Mac Transfer, the best and most versatile iPad to Mac transferring assistant software for Mac users, which can easily transfer all iPad files to Mac with amazing speed and excellent quality.
AnyMP4's iPad to Mac transfer software can help users transfer Music, Movies, TV Shows, Podcasts, iTunes U, ePub, PDF, Audio Books, Camera Roll, Pictures, Voice Memos and Camera Shots from iPad to Mac, and has the ability to transfer iPad videos, music, pictures, etc. to iTunes without any loss in quality. Before transferring the iPad files, users are allowed to preview the effects of movies and pictures with the "built-in-player".
Also, users can back up their own iPhone SMSs and Contacts as database files to a Mac's local disc for safety with this iPad to Mac software. Any transferring process will be finished in a short while and the results of the transfer will be shown at the bottom of the screen.
With the humanized design and intuitive interface of AnyMP4's iPad file to Mac Transfer, users can freely edit the ID3 information of iPad files like name, artist, album, track number, lyrics, etc. With the Manual or Auto "File Filter" function, users can also easily and quickly locate their desired iPad files. When users click on a video, audio or photo folder, the number of the files will be shown in the bottom of the screenshot.
In addition, AnyMP4's iPad to Mac Transfer can transfer all iPad 2 files to Mac, and is highly compatible with other Apple portable devices, including the iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod touch, iPhone, iPhone 4, and iPhone 4S. It even has the ability to transfer files between different iOS devices, and supports the latest iOS 5.
For more information about this compelling software, please visit the webpage below:
http://www.anymp4.com/ipad-to-mac-transfer/
System Requirements
OS Supported: Mac OS X 10.4 or above
CPU: Intel (R) processor
Hardware 512MB RAM, Super VGA (800×600) resolution, 16-bit
Requirements: graphics card or higher
Pricing and Availability
AnyMP4 iPad to Mac Transfer is available now at $29.00.
For more information and get a free trial version, please visit: http://www.anymp4.com/ipad-to-mac-transfer/
About AnyMP4
AnyMP4, a software producer, aims to provide the best and world-class solutions for converting Blu-ray Discs, DVDs and video/audio files. AnyMP4 is dedicated to developing the most powerful multimedia processing software for users all over the world. Our product portfolio ranges from video tools, DVD tools, Blu-ray tools, etc. on both Microsoft Windows and Apple's Mac OS X platforms. All of these software products can help you easily solve almost all DVD/Blu-ray/video issues. For more details about AnyMP4, please visit: http://www.anymp4.com
SOURCE Harbour Software
Harbour Software
CONTACT: George Brown, +86-131-4638-1763, pr@anymp4.com, http://www.anymp4.com
Web Site: http://www.anymp4.com/ipad-to-mac-transfer/
Vigilan Announces iPhone/iPad Mobile Application for Nurse Charting
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on December 22, 2011 at 8:49:01 AM
Vigilan Announces iPhone/iPad Mobile Application for Nurse Charting
HIPAA Compliant software captures resident data at the time and care and eliminates need for paper charting
PORTLAND, Ore., Dec. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Vigilan, provider of software for better senior living, announced the Beta release of a new mobile application that enables the collection of Assisted Living resident vital signs to an iPhone or iPad. As an integrated application with the Vigilan Care Suite, the mobile app is a free, "at the moment of care" tool that nursing staff can use to save time by eliminating the need for paper charting and data entry.
The features of the new mobile app include:
-- Mobile collection of vital signs to your iPhone or iPad Staff can enter
the resident data at the point of care.
-- HIPAA Compliant The software encrypts the data when it is sent from the
phone to the database. No data is stored on the phone.
-- Works in a standalone mode or connected to Vigilan Administrator
Regardless of the size of the community, from 5 beds to 100 beds, this
mobile app enables the collection of vital signs, shift change notes and
more.
-- Downloads resident basic data from the Vigilan Administrator database.
The charting app pulls the latest data about residents into the mobile
device, eliminating the need to enter names on move in or move out.
-- Data SharingPermission controls allow the sharing of resident data for
all staff to see and update the same information about a community's
residents.
-- Weight TrendingReporting provides an immediate view of resident's weight
over time
-- AlertsAny user can set alerts for any situation that needs special
attention for other caregivers, the nurse or the administrator
Pricing and Availability
The mobile app from Vigilan is free from the Apple App Store and will be available for both iPad and iPhones by March of 2012. An Android version will be available in Q2 of 2012.
"The use of mobile devices in healthcare has skyrocketed," said Doug Fullaway, president and CEO of Vigilan. "Vigilan's HIPAA compliant mobile app addresses a significant need to connect care providers to up-to-date resident data at the time of care. Our customers will see an immediate benefit in time savings and improved quality of care."
About Vigilan Vigilan is the leading operational management systems company for independent living, assisted living and dementia care providers who need an easier way to improve quality of care while profitably managing their business. Unlike other systems providers, Vigilan offers an adaptive system that can accommodate the variety of state regulations and individual facility requirements. Core to the company's operational excellence suite of products is the Administrator that, on average, increases revenue by $150 per resident per month. To learn more visit us online at http://www.vigilan.com.
Media Contact: Lisa MacKenzieMacKenzie Marketing Group lisam@mackenzie-marketing.com 503-225-0725
Legal Notice: All rights reserved. Vigilan and Vigilan Care Suite is either a trademark or registered trademark and the Vigilan logo is a trademark of Vigilan, Inc. All other trademarks are owned and registered with their respective companies. Product specifications are subject to change without notice.
SOURCE Vigilan
Vigilan
Web Site: http://www.vigilan.com
HIPAA Compliant software captures resident data at the time and care and eliminates need for paper charting
PORTLAND, Ore., Dec. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Vigilan, provider of software for better senior living, announced the Beta release of a new mobile application that enables the collection of Assisted Living resident vital signs to an iPhone or iPad. As an integrated application with the Vigilan Care Suite, the mobile app is a free, "at the moment of care" tool that nursing staff can use to save time by eliminating the need for paper charting and data entry.
The features of the new mobile app include:
-- Mobile collection of vital signs to your iPhone or iPad Staff can enter
the resident data at the point of care.
-- HIPAA Compliant The software encrypts the data when it is sent from the
phone to the database. No data is stored on the phone.
-- Works in a standalone mode or connected to Vigilan Administrator
Regardless of the size of the community, from 5 beds to 100 beds, this
mobile app enables the collection of vital signs, shift change notes and
more.
-- Downloads resident basic data from the Vigilan Administrator database.
The charting app pulls the latest data about residents into the mobile
device, eliminating the need to enter names on move in or move out.
-- Data SharingPermission controls allow the sharing of resident data for
all staff to see and update the same information about a community's
residents.
-- Weight TrendingReporting provides an immediate view of resident's weight
over time
-- AlertsAny user can set alerts for any situation that needs special
attention for other caregivers, the nurse or the administrator
Pricing and Availability
The mobile app from Vigilan is free from the Apple App Store and will be available for both iPad and iPhones by March of 2012. An Android version will be available in Q2 of 2012.
"The use of mobile devices in healthcare has skyrocketed," said Doug Fullaway, president and CEO of Vigilan. "Vigilan's HIPAA compliant mobile app addresses a significant need to connect care providers to up-to-date resident data at the time of care. Our customers will see an immediate benefit in time savings and improved quality of care."
About Vigilan Vigilan is the leading operational management systems company for independent living, assisted living and dementia care providers who need an easier way to improve quality of care while profitably managing their business. Unlike other systems providers, Vigilan offers an adaptive system that can accommodate the variety of state regulations and individual facility requirements. Core to the company's operational excellence suite of products is the Administrator that, on average, increases revenue by $150 per resident per month. To learn more visit us online at http://www.vigilan.com.
Media Contact: Lisa MacKenzieMacKenzie Marketing Group lisam@mackenzie-marketing.com 503-225-0725
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LSI Announces Industry's First 28nm Read Channel for Hard Disk Drive Manufacturers
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Posted on December 22, 2011 at 8:14:01 AM
LSI Announces Industry's First 28nm Read Channel for Hard Disk Drive Manufacturers
TrueStore RC5100 enables increased capacity, higher yield and lower power consumption for HDD manufacturers
MILPITAS, Calif., Dec. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- LSI Corporation (NYSE: LSI) today announced that it is demonstrating to OEM customers the TrueStore(® )RC5100 read channel for hard disk drives (HDD). The RC5100 is the industry's first 28nm read channel and features a new low-density parity check (LDPC) iterative decoding architecture, which enables HDD manufacturers to achieve increased areal density, higher yield and lower power consumption for HDDs.
A critical piece of technology for increasing the capacity of hard drives, a read channel translates the magnetically encoded information on the hard disk drive to electronic signals that can be understood by the host computer.
"The amount of digital data being generated worldwide continues to grow at an exponential rate, creating new storage challenges for client and enterprise customers alike," said Phil Brace, senior vice president and general manager, Storage Peripherals Division, LSI. "We pride ourselves on being first to market with new process technology that extends HDD capacity, accelerates performance and provides our HDD OEM customers with a time-to-market advantage."
The RC5100 is designed to support notebook, desktop and enterprise HDDs. It supports low power management features, which are critical to extending battery life in notebooks and to reducing energy costs in datacenters. The RC5100 also supports advanced new technologies such as shingled magnetic recording (SMR), a key technology for achieving next-generation areal density points.
"LSI has a consistent history of innovation," said Rick Cassidy, president of TSMC North America. "This 28nm collaboration with TSMC is a continuation of that proud lineage."
The RC5100 is the latest addition to the LSI(®) TrueStore family of ICs for hard disk, solid-state disk and tape devices, including highly integrated storage system-on-a-chip (SoC), read channels, preamplifiers, serial PHYs and hard disk drive controller IP. Together with TrueStore preamplifiers and serial PHYs, the RC5100 creates a complete data path solution for HDD manufacturers.
The TrueStore RC5100 is expected to be available to OEM customers in the first calendar quarter of 2012.
About LSI
LSI Corporation (NYSE: LSI) designs semiconductors and software that accelerate storage and networking in datacenters and mobile networks. Our technology is the intelligence critical to enhanced application performance, and is applied in solutions created in collaboration with our partners. More information is available at http://www.lsi.com.
LSI, the LSI & Design logo and TrueStore are trademarks or registered trademarks of LSI Corporation.
All other brand or product names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
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CONTACT: Dina Petrosky, LVA Communications, +1-860-739-5598, dina@lva.com; or Brian Garabedian, LSI Corporation, +1-408-433-8253, brian.garabedian@lsi.com
Web Site: http://www.lsi.com
TrueStore RC5100 enables increased capacity, higher yield and lower power consumption for HDD manufacturers
MILPITAS, Calif., Dec. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- LSI Corporation (NYSE: LSI) today announced that it is demonstrating to OEM customers the TrueStore(® )RC5100 read channel for hard disk drives (HDD). The RC5100 is the industry's first 28nm read channel and features a new low-density parity check (LDPC) iterative decoding architecture, which enables HDD manufacturers to achieve increased areal density, higher yield and lower power consumption for HDDs.
A critical piece of technology for increasing the capacity of hard drives, a read channel translates the magnetically encoded information on the hard disk drive to electronic signals that can be understood by the host computer.
"The amount of digital data being generated worldwide continues to grow at an exponential rate, creating new storage challenges for client and enterprise customers alike," said Phil Brace, senior vice president and general manager, Storage Peripherals Division, LSI. "We pride ourselves on being first to market with new process technology that extends HDD capacity, accelerates performance and provides our HDD OEM customers with a time-to-market advantage."
The RC5100 is designed to support notebook, desktop and enterprise HDDs. It supports low power management features, which are critical to extending battery life in notebooks and to reducing energy costs in datacenters. The RC5100 also supports advanced new technologies such as shingled magnetic recording (SMR), a key technology for achieving next-generation areal density points.
"LSI has a consistent history of innovation," said Rick Cassidy, president of TSMC North America. "This 28nm collaboration with TSMC is a continuation of that proud lineage."
The RC5100 is the latest addition to the LSI(®) TrueStore family of ICs for hard disk, solid-state disk and tape devices, including highly integrated storage system-on-a-chip (SoC), read channels, preamplifiers, serial PHYs and hard disk drive controller IP. Together with TrueStore preamplifiers and serial PHYs, the RC5100 creates a complete data path solution for HDD manufacturers.
The TrueStore RC5100 is expected to be available to OEM customers in the first calendar quarter of 2012.
About LSI
LSI Corporation (NYSE: LSI) designs semiconductors and software that accelerate storage and networking in datacenters and mobile networks. Our technology is the intelligence critical to enhanced application performance, and is applied in solutions created in collaboration with our partners. More information is available at http://www.lsi.com.
LSI, the LSI & Design logo and TrueStore are trademarks or registered trademarks of LSI Corporation.
All other brand or product names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
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CONTACT: Dina Petrosky, LVA Communications, +1-860-739-5598, dina@lva.com; or Brian Garabedian, LSI Corporation, +1-408-433-8253, brian.garabedian@lsi.com
Web Site: http://www.lsi.com