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Plastics Recycling? There's an App for That

Plastics Make it Possible® Launches the "Bin It!" AppThat Aims to Make Plastics Recycling an Obsession

WASHINGTON, Nov. 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- A new app hopes to create an obsession out of tossing plastic packaging into virtual - and real world - recycling bins. 

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To encourage more plastics recycling, Plastics Make it Possible®, an initiative sponsored by the plastics industries of the American Chemistry Council, has launched Bin It!, a fun and addictive new game that actually challenges people to recycle.  Bin It! players toss plastic bottles into various recycling bins in the face of distracting animals, flashing cameras and tricky breezes. The game then converts the player's successful tosses into the number of recycled t-shirts, sweaters and sleeping bags that can be made from recycled plastics.

The Bin It! app was launched to coincide with America Recycles Day on November 15, the only nationally recognized day dedicated to promoting recycling in the U.S.

"While the Bin It! player aims to toss plastic bottles into recycling bins, our aim is to get everybody hooked on plastics recycling," said Steve Russell, vice president, Plastics Division of the American Chemistry Council.  "We're always looking for creative ways to increase recycling awareness and participation, not only on America Recycles Day but every day.  We hope people play Bin It! and then remember to "bin it" at home, on the road, at the office, at ball games ... everywhere."

Ninety-four percent of Americans have access to a plastics recycling program. While the Bin It! app uses plastic bottles, many communities also allow residents to "bin it" with other plastic containers such as yogurt cups and butter tubs. In addition, many grocery and retail chains - more than 12,000 locations nationwide - now offer bins to collect plastic bags and wraps for recycling.

Plastics recycling is on the rise, and demand for recycled plastics is growing. Bin It! is designed not only for gaming fun but to encourage more people to recycle plastic bottles, containers and bags.

The Bin It! recycling game can be downloaded on the iPhone, iPod and iPad through the iTunes App Store.  For more information on plastics recycling and America Recycles Day, visit http://www.plasticsmakeitpossible.com/recycle.

About Plastics Make it Possible®: Plastics Make it Possible® highlights the many ways plastics inspire innovations that improve our lives, solve big problems and help us design a safer, more promising future. This initiative is sponsored by the plastics industries of the American Chemistry Council . For more information, visit http://www.plasticsmakeitpossible.com, check out our Facebook page and follow us @plasticpossible on twitter at http://www.twitter.com/plasticpossible.

http://www.americanchemistry.com

The American Chemistry Council (ACC) represents the leading companies engaged in the business of chemistry. ACC members apply the science of chemistry to make innovative products and services that make people's lives better, healthier and safer. ACC is committed to improved environmental, health and safety performance through Responsible Care®, common sense advocacy designed to address major public policy issues, and health and environmental research and product testing. The business of chemistry is a $720 billion enterprise and a key element of the nation's economy. It is one of the nation's largest exporters, accounting for ten cents out of every dollar in U.S. exports. Chemistry companies are among the largest investors in research and development. Safety and security have always been primary concerns of ACC members, and they have intensified their efforts, working closely with government agencies to improve security and to defend against any threat to the nation's critical infrastructure.

Contact: Jennifer Killinger (202) 249-6619
Email: jennifer_killinger@americanchemistry.com

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Plastics Make it Possible

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Valoramas Launches Groundbreaking Online Membership Club for Latinos

Unprecedented Shopping Benefits and Exclusive Content and Events; Every Purchase Directly Benefits the Latino Community

CHICAGO, Nov. 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Just in time for the holiday shopping season, Valoramas announced today the launch of a first-of-its-kind online bilingual membership club for Latinos in the U.S. (http://www.valoramas.com).  Valoramas members receive unprecedented savings and other benefits. Driven by a strong commitment to community, Valoramas gives back more than half of every dollar that it makes annually to its members and to organizations dedicated to serving Latinos.

The Valoramas Shopping Mall includes more than nine million products from almost 2,000 online retailers, including America's most trusted and prestigious retailers such as Target.com, Walmart.com, Best Buy, Sears.com, Apple, Macy's, The Home Depot, and Toys 'R' Us.  With a $25 annual membership cost, members enjoy exclusive offers and the highest cash-back rates available anywhere in the U.S. - on average more than five percent of the purchase price, up to 67 percent.  Additionally, Valoramas features exclusive content, access to members-only events, and much more. 

"We are thrilled to be launching Valoramas, providing Latinos with remarkable savings and much more, just in time for the holiday shopping season," said Alejandra Garza, President of Valoramas.  "Valoramas features the best cash-back rates available anywhere in the U.S., a true game changer in online shopping." Garza added, "Valoramas' mission is to make a difference by providing a home where members can shop, save more, connect, and come together to help expand possibilities in the Latino community."

As part of Valoramas' mission to serve, the company developed the Valoramas Community Grant Fund (VCGF) to award funds to community organizations dedicated to directly serving the needs of the Latino community. To jump-start the Fund's contributions, Founder's grants totaling $150,000 will be awarded in January 2012. VCGF will invest in key areas such as education, health care, community development, and arts and humanities.

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

About Valoramas - Valoramas is a Latino-focused online membership club headquartered in Chicago, Ill.  Launched in November 2011 by OneBigTent LLC, Valoramas features an online mall with more than nine million products offered by almost 2,000 retailers, plus much more.  The mall features the highest cash-back rates available anywhere in the U.S., averaging five percent up to 67 percent.  The company gives back more than half of its annual revenues to members and to Latino community organizations.

SOURCE  Valoramas

Valoramas

CONTACT: Jose Cano, Republica, +1-786-347-4721, jcano@republica.net

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

Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown Hotel Joins EthoStream Hospitality Network

Property Selects Ruckus Wireless 802.11n Equipment Capable of Handling Data-Hungry Tablet Users

MILWAUKEE, Nov. 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Telkonet, Inc. (OTC BB: TKOI) operator of the EthoStream Hospitality Network, announced the completion of one of its largest 802.11n wireless network overhauls to date at the Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown.

Since the Wyndham Grand went live on August 24, 2011, they have averaged almost 300 users per day, demonstrating the incredible need for Wi-Fi services. As a result of the rapidly growing demand for increased bandwidth, the Wyndham Grand required a gigabit backbone to provide additional speed and network reliability for users.  In addition, EthoStream installed Ruckus ZoneFlex 7962 802.11n access points, providing the Wyndham Grand with the latest wireless networking standard. The installed Ruckus ZoneDirector 3100 coordinates channels, automatically load-balances access points, searches for rogue devices on the network and provides management and reporting for the access points.

Matt Koch, Telkonet's Vice President of Operations, stressed the importance of choosing hardware able to accommodate the changing Internet needs of users. "We're seeing a significant increase in the demand for bandwidth from the hospitality industry because networks that may have provided sufficient bandwidth a few years ago are strained by the recent influx of tablets and smartphones," he said. "Travelers are using mobile devices more frequently for activities that require more and more bandwidth. With this network, the Wyndham has made a decision that's given them the foundation for a reliable, blazing-fast network that their guests demand."

The newly renovated Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh provides a haven for business travelers, with 712 rooms on 24 floors overlooking the confluence of Pittsburgh's Allegheny, Monongahela and Ohio Rivers. The hotel features 27 event rooms, and all meeting space has wired and wireless Internet connections.

EthoStream, the high-speed Internet access division of Telkonet, operates the largest hospitality HSIA network in the country, supporting over 4.2 million users monthly. 

ABOUT TELKONET

Telkonet is leading energy management technology provider offering hardware, software and services to Commercial customers throughout the world.  The EcoCentral Platform, in conjunction with the EcoSmart Suite of products, provides comprehensive savings, management and reporting of a building's energy consumption. Telkonet's energy management products are installed in properties within the Hospitality, Military, Educational, Healthcare and Residential markets reducing energy consumption, Carbon footprints and eliminating the need for new energy generation.  http://www.telkonet.com

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ABOUT ETHOSTREAM

EthoStream is one of the largest public High-Speed Internet Access (HSIA) providers in the world providing services to more than 4.2 million users monthly across a network of greater than 2,350 locations.  EthoStream's EGS line of public-access gateway servers provides real-time monitoring and management of guest-access networks while its 24/7 support center is known for the highest levels of quality and service.  With a wide range of product and service offerings and one of the most comprehensive management platforms available for HSIA networks, EthoStream offers solutions for any public access location.  http://www.ethostream.com

Statements included in this release may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties such as competitive factors, technological development, market demand and the Company's ability to obtain new contracts and accurately estimate net revenue due to variability in size, scope and duration of projects, and internal issues in the sponsoring client. Further information on potential factors that could affect the Company's financial results, can be found in the Company's Registration Statement and in its Reports on Forms 8-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

MEDIA CONTACTS:
Telkonet Investor Relations
414.721.7988
ir@telkonet.com

SOURCE  Telkonet, Inc.

Telkonet, Inc.

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

New Corporate Social Media Chat Service for Facebook Introduced by Provide Support

NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- A new social media customer service application from Provide Support, LLC (http://www.providesupport.com) allows owners of corporate, association and non-profit Facebook pages to offer live chat service to their visitors.

The new Provide Support social media app allows visitors to ask questions about a company's products, services or the company itself. They will be able to get answers much quicker than if they called a typical customer service hotline.

Installation of the social media chat button is quite simple. Current customers need to first log into their Provide Support control panel using this link https://admin.providesupport.com/view/my-account/setup-instructions/facebook-code to get complete instructions.

New customers will need to log on to the Provide Support website to create an account and then go to Setup Instructions --> Chat Button Code for Facebook Pages.  Provide Support offers a 10-day, no obligation trial account and is currently offering an introductory special of 10 percent off all one-year prepaid plans to new customers using the promo code FB2011.

The Facebook social media chat service was inspired by Reliant Business Products, Inc. (http://www.ecinteractive.com/4349/Default.aspx), one of the top privately held office supply distributors in the greater Houston metropolitan region and a Provide Support client for one and a half years. Steven Woodall, systems administrator, tinkered with the Provide Support application back in December 2010 and was successfully able to embed it into his Facebook page.

"Customer service is paramount to the entire Reliant team," said Mr. Woodall.  "As more of our business migrates to the web, we wanted to make sure that we provided our customers with an easy way to reach out to our service team for any order or product question they might have. We were able to easily integrate Provide Support's live chat button and insert it into our Facebook page. Customer reaction has been very favorable with clients calling and writing to us to let us know how convenient it is for them to be able to click our chat button and get the support they need."

"Facebook is the most successful social media network on the web. Being able to use a live chat tool to assist visitors and get closer to their followers is a very social way of providing enhanced customer support," said Sergiy Skugaryev, chief executive officer, Provide Support.

About Provide Support

Provide Support, LLC (http://www.providesupport.com) is a global provider of live chat services for e-commerce sites, online publishers and other organizations. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in New York City, Provide Support offers an economical and easy-to-use website plug-in allowing businesses to provide instant online customer support and proactively sell their products and services. The company's cutting-edge, geographically distributed and redundant hosting infrastructure ensures 24/7 reliability.

CONTACTS:
Christa Conte / Savannah Tikotsky
Feintuch Communications
212.808.4902 / 212.808.4903
henry@feintuchpr.com / christa@feintuchpr.com

SOURCE  Provide Support, LLC

Provide Support, LLC

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

Quality Inspection Capture Newest Enterprise App for Manufacturing from Guardian Business Solutions, Inc.

BROOKFIELD, Wis., Nov. 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Guardian Business Solutions, Inc. announces the release of their Quality Inspection Capture app, or QUIC, a quality control app designed to support PPAP reporting. As part of the Mobilize-IT(TM) collection, it is the first in a series of enterprise apps for android and iPhone/iPad users in the manufacturing and distribution environment.

The QUIC app is a smart alternative to the previous pen and paper methods which are tedious, sometimes inaccurate and make working with the gathered data a challenge. This app allows for smooth mobile data collection, reporting and filtering. Measurement results are easy to record and list each individual test.

"Companies that are required to track inspection information as part of their PPAP requirements will find that the Quality Inspection app aids in the collection of sample data for dimensional results and greatly reduces the amount of time it will take to do so. Not only will it save time, it provides useful information for the Quality Department showing what parts are having trouble, what corrective actions were taken, by whom, and where in the process these problems are occurring and more," remarked Bridget Lazlo, Guardian president. "Most companies are either scanning the documents that are used, keying the data into another database after the fact, or not doing anything with it at all - which is a real shame since they took the time to collect it."

Inspection requirements are set up in a web page form on the Mobilize-IT middleware/app server software. This information is then combined with the existing part and operation data from the customer's ERP system. This information includes: job, operation, part no., description, tool, specs, and previous and current sample data. QUIC retrieves the data on the smartphone or tablet and records the inspection information. The completed transactions are sent back to the middleware server and stored in a database for PPAP reporting.   

QUIC offers financial savings at the entry level by using the latest smartphone app technology. The app runs on Android and iPhone/iPad devices which provide advanced features at a lower purchase cost per worker than Windows-based systems. Easy-to-use touch screens, bar code scanning or voice recognition allow workers to quickly and easily access and collect data whether or not they are connected to their enterprise systems. 

Cycle Counting, the next app in the series, is due to be released at the end of this year.

Since 1997 Guardian Business Solutions, Inc. has been an early advocate in the use of touch screens, voice recognition, wireless and wearable computers to provide superior automation and productivity solutions. GBSI is a member of APICS, the Association for Operations Management.

Contact:

Jeri Vatne
210 Regency Court, Suite 200
Brookfield, WI 53045
(262) 827-3000 Ext. 206
jeri@gbsvoice.com
http://www.mobilize-it.net

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SOURCE  Guardian Business Solutions, Inc.

Guardian Business Solutions, Inc.

Web Site: http://www.mobilize-it.net

SeQent Announces the Availability of the VideoServer, a Transformational Product that Provides Connectivity to LCD Displays

LONDON, Ontario, Nov. 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- SeQent (http://www.SeQent.com), the leading provider of innovative real-time Wireless Alarm & Event Dispatch, Andon-Visual Display Management and Wireless Kanban solutions announced the general availability of its newest product called the VideoServer. A key element of every successful business is communication with its employees. The VideoServer was designed with this specific goal in mind. Capable of displaying a wide range of information, the VideoServer allows you to deliver real-time content to staff on the plant floor, front or back office or outdoors on LCD displays.

When front ended by SeQent's Marquee Manager, the VideoServer provides the most reliable and robust industrial Andon solution in the marketplace providing connectivity to both LED and LCD displays. It has a variety of uses and may be implemented to display such things as material call, quality checks, system faults, OEE, health and safety messages, and even displaying a web page from weather service providers. Using the configuration editor tool allows you to easily create different templates (H&S, Maintenance, Quality, Production) that can be switched based upon an event or time. The VideoServer supports continuous improvement initiatives and the visual aspects of lean manufacturing right down to employee motivation. 

"A couple of years ago we noticed a shift in the marketplace and a disruptive technology was emerging in the Industrial Andon market.  Our customers were complaining of shrinking budgets and they were looking for a cheaper alternative to traditional LED displays. At the same time the costs of commercial LCD technology was on the decline and Industrial LCD's became a viable alternative to LED's. As a result, the VideoServer product was conceived," says Scott Burns, SeQent, Chief Technology Officer. 

About SeQent

SeQent is a leading provider of real-time Wireless Alarm & Event Dispatch, Andon-Visual Display Management and Wireless Kanban solutions that accelerate decision making, improves productivity and quality -- while increasing plant floor visibility and profitability. Utilizing the logic and business rules already set up in PLC's or Data Collection and Reporting Systems -- SeQent sends real-time Facilities, IT Management, Production, Quality, Maintenance, IT Management information to  Motorola TEAM VoWLAN smartphones, MOTOTRBO two-way radios, mobile phones, pagers, PDA's as well as LED & LCD displays.

In support of their Continuous Improvement initiatives, SeQent's solutions are utilized by some of the world's largest manufacturers including: Abbott Nutrition, Chrysler, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Honda, Intel, Kellogg's, SC Johnson, Toyota and WS Packaging. The company is privately held and is headquartered in London, Ontario. For more information visit: http://www.SeQent.com or e-mail: Sales@SeQent.com.

SOURCE  SeQent

SeQent

CONTACT: Scott Burns, SeQent Ltd., +1-519-652-0401, Scott.Burns@SeQent.com

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

IAC Launches Crowded Room, a Location-Based Service That Enables Users to Meet New People Based on the Places They Go

Available Now Through the iPhone App Store and Android Market

NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, IAC (NASDAQ: IACI) announced Crowded Room (http://www.crowdedroom.com), a new location-based service created to connect users who frequent similar places, have shared interests and mutual friends. The service makes socializing, networking and dating easier by digitally identifying common bonds and putting personality to the faces in a crowded room.

"Where you go and what you do says a lot about the people you want to meet," said Michael Kestenbaum, CEO of Crowded Room. "Crowded Room helps you find your kind of people at your kind of place by using the best aspects of social media to help create connections in the real world."

After downloading the app, users plan their day and night by checking in wherever they are and sharing where they 'might go' later.  People often decide where to go based on who else will be there and Crowded Room's 'might go' feature is a powerful tool to make that decision easier than ever.

As users share their plans on Crowded Room it will suggest people to meet who not only go to the same places but also go to the same kinds of places.  For example, gym-goers can meet other gym-goers, coffee shop lovers will be able to find each other and fans of Internet networking events will have a chance to connect even after the events are over.

Key features:

    --  The 'Go' button lets users share where they 'might go' and check in once
        they arrive.
    --  Privacy settings are customizable at each check in, allowing users to
        make their check ins public, viewable by others at the same venue or
        completely private.  Additionally, users can choose to synchronize their
        check ins with Foursquare or Facebook or broadcast them on Twitter.
    --  The 'People' tab is where users can find new people to meet based on
        overlapping plans and locations, shared interests and mutual friends.
    --  The 'Places' tab recommends venues based on the plans and whereabouts of
        other users with similar interests.  The map option provides a bird's
        eye view of all populated locations so users can easily find new places
        in their area they might like.
    --  Messaging options allow users to communicate with others they might want
        to meet.
    --  Intelligent algorithms ensure that the more a user interacts with
        Crowded Room, the better it becomes at recommending people to meet and
        places to go.

Crowded Room is available via free download in the iPhone App Store or Android Market.  Users can instantly connect through Facebook and start checking in and 'might going' within seconds.

Prior to developing Crowded Room, Michael served as Vice President Strategy and Mergers & Acquisitions at IAC and Senior Vice President Strategy & Corporate Development at Ask.com. Since joining IAC in January 2004, he has worked on a number of transactions for IAC including the acquisitions of Cornerstone Brands, CollegeHumor Media and Dictionary.com and has served on the Board of Directors of Points.com (NasdaqCM: PCOM).  Prior to joining IAC Michael worked in the media investment banking divisions of Merrill Lynch and Credit Suisse.

Go to crowdedroom.com to learn more and watch an informational video that explains the app in more detail.

About IAC

IAC operates more than 50 leading and diversified Internet businesses across 30 countries... our mission is to harness the power of interactivity to make daily life easier and more productive for people all over the world. To view a full list of the companies of IAC please visit our website at http://www.iac.com.

Media ContactJustine SaccoIAC Corporate Communications212-314-7326 / Justine.sacco@iac.com

SOURCE  IAC

IAC

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

ARRIS Introduces Next Generation Advertising Platform: AdManager(TM)

Enables Operators to Extend Existing TV Advertising Models to 2nd and 3rd Screens

SUWANEE, Ga., Nov. 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- ARRIS Group Inc. (NASDAQ: ARRS) today announced the availability of ARRIS AdManager, a standards-based platform enabling cable providers to offer a new generation of advertising services.

Advertisers increasingly want to reach qualified audiences across all consumer devices, and MSOs face greater operational complexity and performance demands surrounding advertising delivery and reporting.  AdManager addresses in several ways the challenges and opportunities associated with emerging dynamic advertising systems:

    --  By providing robustness and scalability to handle a rapidly increasing
        number of dynamic ad placements.
    --  By streamlining nationwide operations
    --  By focusing on increasing ad value and yield management
While meeting the above needs, AdManager allows providers to extend advertising campaigns across addressable, IP-capable devices like tablets, connected TVs, game stations, laptops and smart phones.  AdManager increases revenue for service providers by opening up new inventory and enabling dynamic, addressable ad placement for web-based viewing.

In order to protect and enhance operators' profitable linear ad insertion business AdManager builds upon ARRIS widely deployed SkyVision(TM) product suite, augmenting current advertising workflow.  In doing so, AdManager enables the development of consistent campaigns that extend over the full lifecycle of programming from linear to time-shifted (e.g., VOD) consumption.

The ARRIS AdManager Suite is comprised of four modular components: 360, Core, Delivery and Enterprise.  These components provide the versatility to suit operators' evolving requirements.

AdManager Core comprises ad content workflow and routing of ad placement decisions between any campaign management application and any delivery infrastructure.  By virtue of its position and visibility, Core is also responsible for aggregating audience measurement data and packaging it for consumption by audience measurement applications.

AdManager 360 represents a set of campaign management applications intended to drive VOD and dynamic linear placements, including the capability to manage linear schedules and verifications for interconnect operations.  AdManager 360 adheres to SCTE 130 specifications, as well as Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) specifications like Video Ad Serving Template (VAST) and Video Player Ad Interface Definition (VPAID), enabling the platform to interoperate with third party components.

AdManager Delivery abstracts the various delivery infrastructure elements (DPI ad servers, VOD servers and Content Delivery Networks) by providing a uniform SCTE 130 ADM interface and a comprehensive Playlist Manager.

AdManager Enterprise provides global monitoring and advertising operations control at regional and national levels.

The AdManager platform can be pre-integrated with ARRIS' ConvergeMedia(TM) Management, ConvergeMedia XMS and VIPr(TM) re-encoding products for linear ad insertion, VOD dynamic ad insertion, and IP-addressable ad placement, thereby providing a comprehensive solution for service providers, program networks and content owners' needs.   AdManager will be on display at the ARRIS booth (#873) during SCTE Expo -- November 15-17, in Atlanta, GA.

About ARRIS

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

SOURCE  ARRIS

ARRIS

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

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

Ford Charges Up for 2012 Announcing Exclusive Collaboration With SHFT.com

DEARBORN, Mich., Nov. 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) today announces an exclusive collaboration with SHFT.com, the award-winning multimedia platform founded by actor and filmmaker Adrian Grenier and film producer Peter Glatzer. The automotive leader and green lifestyle website are joining forces to inspire people to make smarter environmental decisions through film, design, art, transportation and culture. 

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As part of Ford's mission to accelerate the development of more fuel-efficient and alternative-fuel vehicles, the company is teaming up with SHFT.com to put the power in the hands of millions of Americans who are interested in being more eco-conscious and saving money. 

"Our goal is to provide the vehicles and resources to help people live more sustainable lives," said John Viera, director of Sustainability, Ford Motor Company. "We are working with organizations such as SHFT because they share a similar philosophy - looking at the small and large actions that can make a real difference in a creative and authentic way, which is part of Ford's commitment to allow people to choose which fuel-efficient and green solution works best for them." 

Selecting the right vehicle is a significant decision for individuals seeking greener lifestyles or just looking to save money when driving. In a recent national survey, Ford found nearly half of Americans are confused when it comes to green vehicle options, with 46 percent not knowing the difference between a hybrid, plug-in hybrid or electric vehicle. Ford aims to help address this confusion in the marketplace through its collaboration with SHFT.com and its power of choice philosophy.

"SHFT.com celebrates businesses where great design, sustainability and innovation meet, which is why we are so excited to be forging this relationship with Ford," said Grenier.

"Shared core values are at the heart of our collaboration," adds Glatzer. "Our common goal is to present the best sustainable options to the conscious consumer in an inspiring and entertaining way and to embrace the individualistic choices people need to make."

Together, Ford and SHFT are collaborating on a variety of programs to inspire and invite consumers to take a more sustainable approach in life. This includes developing the creation of a short documentary series profiling leaders in innovation who are shaping new sustainable businesses that are influencing positive change around the world. Ford and SHFT also are looking at live-event programs and film festivals to further spread their shared mission.

Ford's power of choice

Ford believes in the power of choice - offering customers a range of fuel-efficient vehicles is the best way to reduce CO(2) emissions, while still meeting the various needs of individuals. In line with this philosophy, Ford is delivering a range of eco-friendly driving options, spanning both traditional gas-powered vehicles and electrified vehicles.

Thanks to Ford technologies such as EcoBoost®, flex-fuel powertrains and hybrid batteries, consumers have access to a variety of vehicles that promise function and style while making driving a greener and more affordable experience.

Green driving leadership

Electrification also is an important piece of Ford's overall product sustainability strategy, which includes five Ford electrified vehicles for the market, the Focus Electric, Fusion Hybrid, C-MAX Hybrid, C-MAX Energi plug-in Hybrid and Transit Connect Electric. Additionally, Ford Motor Company has four cars that achieve an EPA-rated 40 mpg or higher, including Fiesta, Focus, Fusion Hybrid and Lincoln MKZ Hybrid.

"Ford is excited to be collaborating with innovators at SHFT to develop real solutions to help consumers live a more sustainable lifestyle," said Viera.

About Ford Motor Company

Ford Motor Company, a global automotive industry leader based in Dearborn, Mich., manufactures or distributes automobiles across six continents. With about 166,000 employees and about 70 plants worldwide, the company's automotive brands include Ford and Lincoln. The company provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. For more information regarding Ford's products, please visit http://www.ford.com

ABOUT SHFT.com

SHFT is a new media platform, offering original video series, curated shopping, and a host of resources that speak to a modern, inspirational, eco-conscious lifestyle. Actor/Filmmaker Adrian Grenier and Film Producer Peter Glatzer founded SHFT after creating the TV show "ALTER ECO" for Discovery's Planet Green. The duo decided to build a platform that uses media to curate the myriad sustainable choices now available to us and to highlight the cultural shift taking place. SHFT is made possible through founding partnerships with Virgin America, Stonyfield Farm, Marvell semiconductor, and Ford.  For more information http://www.shft.com.

SOURCE  Ford Motor Company

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Ford Motor Company

CONTACT: For Ford, Marisa Bradley, +1-313-845-3971, mbradl31@ford.com or Sara Delarosa, +1-212-880-5203, sara.delarosa@ogilvy.com; For SHFT.com, Tiffany Caronia, Tiffany@emgpr.com or Jennifer Gross, Jennifer@emgpr.com, +1-323-658-8700, both of Evolutionary Media Group

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

AT&T Expands Mobile Broadband Coverage in Rensselaer County

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

ALBANY, N.Y., Nov. 14 , 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of its continuing network investment to support growing demand for advanced mobile devices and applications, AT&T* today announced the activation of seven new mobile broadband cell sites in Rensselaer County that will enhance coverage for local residents and businesses.

New areas of mobile broadband overage include Castleton-on-the-Hudson, Nassau, East Nassau, East Greenbush, Poestenkill, Schaghticoke Hill, Schodack Center, and exit B1(Berkshire Spur) on Interstate 90. With mobile broadband speeds, AT&T customers can surf the Web, download files faster, and enjoy the very latest interactive mobile applications.

"This expansion of seven new mobile broadband cell sites is a great investment that will enhance the quality of life for Rensselaer County residents and businesses. I want to thank AT&T for providing this service to so many individuals in these seven new locations and for their significant investment in Rensselaer County," said Senator Roy McDonald (R-Saratoga).

AT&T invested more than $200 million in its New York wireless and wireline networks in the first half of 2011. "Delivering dependable wireless coverage for consumers and businesses who need to stay connected to work, family and friends is critical," said Amy Hines Kramer, regional vice president of external affairs for AT&T in New York. "In addition, our recently announced agreement to acquire T-Mobile USA represents a major commitment to strengthen and expand our network across the state. If approved, this deal means that we'll be able to expand the next generation of mobile broadband - 4G LTE - from our current plan of 80 percent of the U.S. population to more than 97 percent."

With the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T provides accelerated mobile data speeds and simultaneous voice and data capabilities.

"More than ever before, consumers look to wireless communications to stay in touch with family, friends and business colleagues," said Robert Holliday, vice president and general manager, AT&T Upstate/Western New York. "As part of these local communities, we're always looking for new opportunities to provide enhanced coverage as a way to help drive the local economy."

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

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

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

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

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

About AT&T

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

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

© 2011 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. Mobile broadband not available in all areas. AT&T, the AT&T logo and all other marks contained herein are trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property and/or AT&T affiliated companies.
SOURCE  AT&T Inc.

AT&T Inc.

CONTACT: CONTACT:  Ellen Webner of AT&T, +1-973-775-1321, Ellen.webner@att.com

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

DynamicOps Launches Partner Program for Award-Winning Cloud Management Solution

North American and European Partners, Including Ahead, PAR 4 Technology Group, and Stoneburn, Join Program to Accelerate Cloud Market Expansion

BURLINGTON, Mass., Nov. 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- DynamicOps, the provider of the Operations Virtualization(TM) platform that enables unified cloud automation and management, today announced the DynamicOps Partner Program. The company is signing on leading solution providers and consulting partners who want to capitalize on the growing interest in private cloud and the award-winning DynamicOps Cloud Automation Center. These partners include Ahead, Gotham Technology Group, PAR 4 Technology Group, and Strickland Consulting in North America, and Stoneburn and Union Solutions in Europe.

"Demand for DynamicOps solutions has been growing at a remarkable pace - driven largely by enterprises who realize that DynamicOps provides them a level of agility, efficiency and speed-to-cloud value that is simply not available via other means and technologies," said Carlos Delatorre, SVP Sales Worldwide, DynamicOps. "A critical component of our continued success will be to build an ecosystem of partners who have demonstrated expertise in helping their customers derive business value from cloud and virtualization.  We're very excited to launch this program and expand beyond our initial key partners who are already gaining traction and success with customers."

"Private cloud is a major initiative for many of our clients, and they trust us to recommend and help deploy the best products. After evaluating cloud alternatives, it became clear that not only is DynamicOps taking an innovative approach to cloud computing, it is a proven, mature and comprehensive solution. This assessment has been borne out by our clients, who are responding very positively, and we expect to see significant adoption," said Mitch Northcutt, VP of Consulting at Ahead, which was recognized as the Top Cloud Practice in CRN's 2011 VAR500 list and ranked as the second fastest-growing value-added reseller on CRN's 2011 Fast Growth 100 list.

"As a consultancy that's 100 percent focused on cloud, we have a deep understanding of what businesses are looking for in private and hybrid clouds. DynamicOps is uniquely positioned to help us meet this need," said Justin Brister, CTO, Stoneburn, a cloud solution specialist that ranks as the largest managed partner for Google Apps in the UK and a leading SI for Amazon in the UK. "We can rapidly deploy custom cloud solutions using DynamicOps Cloud Automation Center, extend private clouds by taking advantage of public clouds like Amazon and Google, and easily develop packaged cloud solutions using DynamicOps Cloud Development Kit."

The DynamicOps Partner Program is open to qualified partners with expertise in virtualization, private/public cloud and infrastructure solutions:

    --  DynamicOps Solution Providers - offer services and sell licenses for
        DynamicOps solutions, and have established practices in managed
        services, managed hosting, systems integration or value-added reselling.

    --  DynamicOps Consulting Partners - offer design and implementation
        services for DynamicOps solutions and have practice areas in IT
        consultancy, business consultancy or managed services.

As part of the program, partners will have broad access to DynamicOps technical and training resources, sales incentives and marketing initiatives.

To learn more about the program, click here to register for the complimentary "Introduction to DynamicOps Partner Program" webinar, taking place November 21, 2011 at 10:00am EST. For a data sheet that provides more details on the program, click here. Companies that are interested in partnering can contact DynamicOps here.

About DynamicOps

DynamicOps provides an Operations Virtualization(TM) platform that enables enterprise IT to evolve existing infrastructure into on-demand private and public cloud services in days, achieving unparalleled time-to-cloud and responding to market dynamics faster and more economically than ever.  Enterprises imprint their own way of doing business on the cloud by leveraging existing, cross-organizational processes while having the freedom to easily interchange technologies, creating a best-of-breed, multi-vendor solution.  DynamicOps Cloud Automation Center unifies the management ecosystem providing end-to-end governance, self-service capabilities and an orderly extension to the public cloud.  Using DynamicOps Cloud Development Kit(TM), enterprise IT is furthered empowered to create next-generation cloud services.  Recently awarded "Best of VMworld 2011 Private Cloud" and named "Cool Vendor in Cloud Management" by Gartner Research, DynamicOps is privately held and based in Burlington, MA. http://www.dynamicops.com.

SOURCE  DynamicOps

DynamicOps

CONTACT: Janice Bedsole, Bedsole & Company, +1-781-789-6108, janice@bedsoleandcompany.com

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

New Look, Easy-to-Use Features, and Just Plain Cool - Siftsort.com Releases Its Latest Version to Help You Get Better Organized; And Best of All, It's Free

NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Siftsort.com has released the latest version of their Web platform to help people organize, access and share important family documents. And best of all, it's free. Founder Darren Conte explains how too much "important stuff" is scattered around the house and office and it needs to be centralized. "I take care of an 85-year-old uncle, and have a lot of medical records and insurance claims piling up each month -- it's overwhelming. Now it comes directly into my Siftsort.com account via fax or email, I do nothing," he admits.

A trip to Louisiana six weeks after hurricane Katrina gave him the idea to create a secure platform that every household could use to better organize important documents. "I saw people stressed trying to provide important documents to insurance companies and state agencies, and I knew there was a better way," Conte explains. "Cloud computing provides us with a lot of leverage, and if done securely, it can really make a difference," he says.

Conte and each of his team members have spent over 15 years working for financial institutions and creating secure systems. They have utilized their talents to create a platform that is now used by many of the financial institutions they used to work with. "We don't use shared cloud resources like most popular 'online storage' companies -- it's just not as secure as you might think," says Conte. "We've been audited by top-tier retail banks and brokerage firms prior to licensing our software to them, and they have chosen our platform because of our security approach -- that says a lot," Conte admits.

Best of All, It's Free

In today's economy, the company knows that consumers need to watch every penny, and that's just fine with them -- they have two plans to fit any household. The Basic Plan offers one family member profile, 2GB of storage and you can email or upload files into your account, then share them via email or fax. Premium users have unlimited storage, up to 10 family member profiles, can import contacts from Gmail or .CSV, and can share multiple files and folders using secure email links. Both plans have access to planning resources to help you get better organized or do important things like create an estate plan. Siftsort.com is also working on a wizard to help you get your paper files professionally scanned and uploaded into your account for you.

About Siftsort.com

Siftsort.com is an innovative software company that helps people securely organize, access and share critical documents. The founders have comprehensive expertise creating leading Web technology and crisis management tools for the financial services sector, in accordance with New York Stock Exchange, Financial Industry Regulatory Authority and Securities and Exchange Commission regulations.

Contact:
Karine Adalian
212-381-1053 x1201
karine.adalian@siftsort.com
http://www.siftsort.com

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SOURCE  Siftsort.com

Siftsort.com

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

NICE Selected by US Outsourcer C3 for Improving Interaction Management and Enabling Real-time Payment Card Industry, PCI Compliance

C3 replaces competitive system with latest version of NICE solution for its scalability and lower TCO

RA'ANANA, Israel, November 14, 2011/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --

    NICE Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: NICE), today announced that
C3/CustomerContactChannels (C3), a global provider of customer management
solutions, is enhancing its recording and quality management systems with
NICE Interaction Management and NICE Quality Management, recording and
quality management solutions of the NICE SmartCenter Workforce Optimization
[http://www.nice.com/smartcenter-suite ] suite.

    C3/CustomerContactChannels, a global provider of customer management and
business processing services, offers solutions for a variety of industries,
including the healthcare, telecommunications, travel, and finance sectors.
C3 partners with companies throughout the Americas, Europe and Asia,
implementing customer management solutions and providing new and unique
technologies. In the face of recent global economic conditions, C3 continues
to earn new business and expand its operations. The flexibility and
scalability of the NICE solution for supporting C3's continued expansion are
among the reasons for its selection.

    Rick Ferry, C3's President and COO said, "We selected NICE as more than
a technology solution provider. We view NICE as a partner in helping us
differentiate ourselves from our competition, as we strive to help our
clients provide the highest level of service to their customers. The NICE
solution will provide us performance, security and cost benefits. On the
performance level, its scalability for virtualized environments will enable
us to lower the hardware resources required as well as reduce overall Total
Cost of Ownership (TCO). NICE will also enable us to help our clients
protect their customers' privacy with advanced real-time capabilities that
ensure compliance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard
(PCI-DSS)
[http://www.nice.com/interaction-recording/contact-center-pci-dss-compliance ]
."

    NICE Interaction Management was also selected for its enterprise
readiness, with easy (click-and-go) deployment, rapid implementation; and
integrated out-of-the-box system monitoring and reporting. It will enable C3
with multi-tenancy capabilities, easy configuration and ongoing management,
and advanced virtualization for higher scalability.

    Yochai Rozenblat, President and CEO of NICE Americas, said, "We are
pleased to add C3 to the NICE customer base. The company is quickly growing
and the latest release of NICE Interaction Management provides the agility
and scalability that suits C3's needs. We're confident that our solutions
can grow with C3, supporting a multitude of contact center environments."

    About C3

    C3/CustomerContactChannels is a global provider of BPO services unlike
any other in the market today. Services include Sales, Service, Performance
Optimization, Reputation Management and complete customer interaction
management via traditional, web, and emerging communication channels. C3
positively engages and promotes our clients' brands with every contact we
make with their customers. With a global team that is thousands of employees
strong, the company is headquartered in Plantation, FL. More information can
be found at http://www.c3connect.com.

    The NICE Enterprise offering addresses the needs of customer-centric
businesses with intent-based solutions. Driven by real-time, cross-channel
analytics [http://www.nice.com/cross-channel-analytics ], NICE provides
solutions for increasing revenue, enhancing customer experience, improving
regulatory compliance, and optimizing contact center and back office
operations [http://www.nice.com/back-office ]. NICE Enterprise solutions are
implemented by contact centers of all sizes, branches, trading floors and
back offices.

    About NICE Systems

    NICE Systems (NASDAQ: NICE), is the worldwide leader of intent-based
solutions that capture and analyze interactions and transactions, realize
intent, and extract and leverage insights to deliver impact in real time.
Driven by cross-channel and multi-sensor analytics, NICE solutions enable
organizations to improve business performance, increase operational
efficiency, prevent financial crime, ensure compliance, and enhance safety
and security. NICE serves over 25,000 organizations in the enterprise and
security sectors, representing a variety of sizes and industries in more
than 150 countries, and including over 80 of the Fortune 100 companies.
http://www.nice.com.

    Trademark Note: NICE and the NICE logo are trademarks or registered
trademarks of NICE Systems. All other marks are trademarks of their
respective owners. For a full list of NICE Systems' marks, please see:
http://www.nice.com/nice-trademarks.

    Forward-Looking Statements

    This press release contains forward-looking statements as that term is
defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such
forward-looking statements, including the statements by Messer Rozenblat,,
are based on the current expectations of the management of NICE-Systems Ltd.
(the Company) only, and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties
that could cause the actual results or performance of the Company to differ
materially from those described herein, including but not limited to the
impact of the global economic environment on the Company's customer base
(particularly financial services firms) and the resulting uncertainties;
changes in technology and market requirements; decline in demand for the
Company's products; inability to timely develop and introduce new
technologies, products and applications; difficulties or delays in absorbing
and integrating acquired operations, products, technologies and personnel;
loss of market share; pressure on pricing resulting from competition; and
inability to maintain certain marketing and distribution arrangements. For a
more detailed description of the risk factors and uncertainties affecting
the company, refer to the Company's reports filed from time to time with the
Securities and Exchange Commission, including the Company's Annual Report on
Form 20-F. The forward-looking statements contained in this press release
are made as of the date of this press release, and the Company undertakes no
obligation to update or revise them, except as required by law.

    To read the press release on NICE.com click here
[http://www.nice.com/nice-selected-us-outsourcer-c3-improving-interaction-management-and-enabling-real-time-payment-card ]
.

   
    Corporate Media Contact
    Galit Belkind, +1-877-245-7448,  galit.belkind@nice.com

    Investors
    Marty Cohen, +1-212-574-3635,  ir@nice.com, ET

    Anat Earon-Heilborn, +972-9-775-3798,  ir@nice.com, CET

Source: NICE Systems Ltd.

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WISeKey Announces its Project to Deploy Digital Identity Based Mobile Payments in India at the India Economic Summit

GENEVA, Switzerland, November 14, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    Since 2008 WISeKey has been working to bring Mobile Banking to millions
of people with active projects targeting the BRIC countries. At the 2011
India Economic Summit, WISeKey announces it will be expanding efforts in
India with new strategic partnerships in the coming months. WISeKey has a
network of affiliates deploying this technology at the national level. As a
result, WISeKey is offering Indian partners a platform that will enable
anyone with a mobile phone to carry out financial transactions, even if they
don't have a bank account.

    This September at the CGI, WISeKey pledged to provide identity
management and the transaction platform to enable a new approach of
remittances and micro-credit initiatives.
http://www.presseportal.ch/go2/WISeKey-Releases

    "It is estimated that only one billion of the world's five billion
mobile device users have bank accounts, but everyone needs a way of sending
money", said Carlos Moreira, CEO of WISeKey. "In addition to the 'unbanked',
there are the 'under banked'-those who have difficulty accessing their bank
accounts, as branches and ATMs are rare in many emerging economies."

    WISePay and WISeID, based on WISeKey technology, allow financial
institutions, mobile operators, e-commerce, and catalog retailers to provide
customers with universally trusted services through the most common and
secure channels.

    Both WISePay and WISeID will be fully compatible with the Unique
Identification Number (UID) project, in which the Indian government aims to
provide a unique ID to its citizens, but without smartcards. WISePay in
combination with WISeID is ideal for this initiative as the WISeKey
technology provides a Digital ID for use through your mobile phone.

    Download WISeID: http://www.wiseid.mobi/downloads

    Watch the video: http://youtu.be/fxjrPebZw8o

   
    Contact:
    WISeKey SA
    Eileen Weinberg
    eweinber@wisekey.com
    +41-22-594-30-00

Source: WISeKey SA

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JetBlue Finds That More Than Half of Americans(1) Leave an Average of 11 Vacation Days on the Table Each Year

-- Stressed about asking for time off? The new JetBlue Getaways Granter can help -

-- JetBlue Getaways breaks the ice with a custom Facebook application designed to serenade bosses everywhere into approving well-earned vacation time --

NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --We're increasingly working after hours, but how many people are taking advantage of their vacation days to truly get away?  A recent Harris Interactive study conducted on behalf of JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU) found that 57 percent of working Americans will have unused vacation time at the end of the year, and most of them will leave an average of 11 days on the table - or nearly 70 percent of their allotted time off. The survey also showed that while more than 60 percent of those with vacation days believe they deserve to take their time off, 39 percent report having reservations about asking their boss for a vacation.

(Logo:  http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20111020/NY90559LOGO)

To alleviate this anxiety and help customers take the vacation time they've earned, JetBlue Getaways, the airline's comprehensive vacation package product, today introduces the "Getaways Granter": an interactive Facebook application on JetBlue's page designed to break the ice with bosses everywhere by serenading them with a custom video request for vacation approval.

"We were surprised to learn that almost a third of American workers feel guilty, nervous or stressed when asking for a day off of work," said Grant McCarthy, director of JetBlue Getaways.  "Whether outdoor wrangling, island hopping, or romantic retreating, JetBlue Getaways wants to help people make the most out of their unused vacation days.  We believe people deserve their vacations, so much so that we will go out and ask their boss for them."

With the new Getaways Granter, JetBlue will take the edge off of requesting vacation days by allowing fans to plug in their desired number of days off before choosing from four destination themes to suit their getaway needs.  They can even upload a photo of their supervisor to be featured in the video, crooning bosses everywhere into letting employees take their much-needed getaway. 

Whether employees are hesitant to ask for time, apprehensive about having colleagues cover their work, or don't have anyone available to cover assignments, the online survey of 1,118 working Americans further showed that 41 percent of those who do take vacation time take at least a week off at a time, which isn't surprising since the average working person reports needing at least six consecutive days to truly unwind.  And when it comes to planning a vacation, almost half (47%) of those surveyed are interested in comprehensive, cost-saving packages for flight, hotel and car rental.

JetBlue Getaways offers customers complete vacation packages that deliver just that. With the Best Price Guarantee, customers are guaranteed the lowest airfare on available flights.  JetBlue Getaways customers also have access to 24/7 travel support and Concierge On Call to answer questions, make recommendations, dinner reservations, tee-times and more.  Members of JetBlue's customer loyalty program, TrueBlue, can also earn six points for every dollar spent on vacation packages, earning reward travel twice as fast.

(1)  Among those who receive vacation days from their company

Survey Methodology
This survey was conducted online within the United States by Harris Interactive on behalf of JetBlue Airways from September 27-29, 2011 among 2,226 adults aged 18 or older, of which 1,118 adults were employed either full or part time.  This online survey is not based on a probability sample and therefore no estimate of theoretical sampling error can be calculated.  For complete survey methodology, including weighting variables, please contact Jaclyn Bailey at 617-226-9922.

About Harris Interactive
Harris Interactive is one of the world's leading custom market research firms, leveraging research, technology, and business acumen to transform relevant insight into actionable foresight.  Known widely for the Harris Poll and for pioneering innovative research methodologies, Harris offers expertise in a wide range of industries including healthcare, technology, public affairs, energy, telecommunications, financial services, insurance, media, retail, restaurant, and consumer package goods.  Serving clients in over 215 countries and territories through our North American and  European offices and a network of independent market research firms, Harris specializes in delivering research solutions that help us - and our clients - stay ahead of what's next.  For more information, please visit http://www.harrisinteractive.com. 

About JetBlue Airways
New York-basedJetBlue Airways has created a new airline category based on value, service and style. Known for its award-winning service and free TV as much as its low fares, JetBlue offers the most legroom in coach of any U.S. airline (based on average fleet-wide seat pitch) and super-spacious Even More Legroom seats. JetBlue is also America's first and only airline to offer its own Customer Bill of Rights, with meaningful and specific compensation for customers inconvenienced by service disruptions within JetBlue's control. Visit http://www.jetblue.com/promise for details. JetBlue serves 66 cities with 650 daily flights. Later this year, JetBlue plans to introduce service to St. Thomas and St. Croix, in the U.S. Virgin Islands, La Romana, Dominican Republic as well as Liberia, Costa Rica. With JetBlue, all seats are assigned, all fares are one-way, and an overnight stay is never required. For information or reservations call 1-800-JET-BLUE (1-800-538-2583), TTY/TDD 1-800-336-5530, 1-801-365-2583, or visit http://www.jetblue.com.

SOURCE  JetBlue Airways

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JetBlue Airways

CONTACT: Media Contacts: JetBlue Corporate Communications, +1-718-709-3089, corpcomm@jetblue.com; Reservations: +1-800-JETBLUE (538-2583); if located the Dominican Republic: +1-801-365-2583; TTY/TDD: +1-800-336-5530; http://www.jetblue.com

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

MegaMatcher 4.2 Multi-biometric and MegaMatcher On Card 3.0 SDKs Released Today

Fingerprint, Iris and Face Biometrics Can Be Used in Any Combination, Including Tri-Modal Verification on Smartcard

VILNIUS, Lithuania, Nov. 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Neurotechnology, a provider of high-precision biometric identification technologies, today announced two major releases: MegaMatcher 4.2 and MegaMatcher On Card 3.0Software Development Kits (SDK). The MegaMatcher 4.2 SDK includes the updated VeriFinger 6.4 fingerprint identification engine, VeriLook 5.1 facial identification engine and VeriEye 2.4 iris identification engine - all of which are designed to be used individually or in any combination for the development of fast, reliable biometric solutions. Palmprint and VeriSpeak voiceprint identification capabilities are also included. MegaMatcher On Card 3.0 SDK features fingerprint, facial and new iris on-card matching engines based on the high-precision MegaMatcher identification algorithms. With MegaMatcher On Card, tri-modal verification on smartcards is now possible, providing the highest degree of accuracy and flexibility available for smartcard biometric solutions.

"MegaMatcher 4.2 SDK includes significant improvements in software functionality and fingerprint, face and iris algorithms," said Dr. Algimantas Malickas, CEO of Neurotechnology. "The new version of MegaMatcher On Card extends support for different Java and native smart card platforms and, in addition to fingerprint and face modalities, introduces iris and tri-modal off-line verification capabilities. MegaMatcher continues to be one of our most important products, and we believe these improvements and additional features provide our integrators with even greater flexibility and the capability to develop and implement more advanced applications," Malickas added.

The new MegaMatcher 4.2 includes a number of enhancements over previous versions:

    --  The VeriFinger 6.4 fingerprint algorithm includes improved extraction
        and a reduction of about 25 percent in the false rejection rate at the
        same false acceptance rate level compared to the previous algorithm
        version.
    --  VeriLook 5.1 includes a new capability to detect faces with head poses
        up to half-profile (up to 45 degrees, compared to roughly 20 degrees yaw
        angle rotation in the previous version). Non-frontal faces are
        recognized successfully if the head angle difference is up to 30 degrees
        in any direction. Additionally, a set of detectable facial feature
        points was extended with nose tip and mouth center points (only centers
        of both eyes were detected in the previous version).
    --  VeriEye 2.4 includes iris-matching template creation compatible with
        on-card technology in the MegaMatcher On Card 3.0 SDK
    --  A new plug-in framework for the device manager allows developers to add
        support for previously unsupported, new or custom microphones (audio),
        video cameras and fingerprint and/or iris scanners into applications
        based on Neurotechnology SDKs.

With the new MegaMatcher On Card 3.0 SDK, the fingerprint, face and iris biometric algorithms in MegaMatcher 4.2 have been optimized to run within the restricted computational capabilities of smartcard microprocessors. The introduction of integrated, on-card iris biometrics provides a third, trustworthy modality that offers higher off-line authentication reliability for card owners as well as providing more flexibility when one of the biometric modalities may not be available.

MegaMatcher On Card also provides more flexibility in the choice of smart cards. Through partnerships with different card vendors, Neurotechnology's on-card solution is now available on a wider range of integrated circuit card (ICC) platforms running either Java or proprietary native OS within different microcontrollers.

MegaMatcher On Card 3.0 features and capabilities:

    --  A wide range of card-side matching engine configurations allows users to
        choose the optimal settings for different card types and specific
        project requirements.

    --  The pure Java-level configuration may be loaded on a card within its
        life cycle. The native ROM-masked implementation provides enhanced
        reliability, performance, memory saving and makes the product applicable
        for large-scale, high volume projects.
    --  Utilization of smart card and on-card biometric matching-related ISO
        standards and Java Card specifications allows easy development of
        on-card verification applications that maintain the security of the
        cardholder reference data.
    --  Inclusion of card-side and PC-side sample applications that demonstrate
        enrollment and verification of supported modalities on a smart card
        provide ease of integration.

Because of its unified API, MegaMatcher On Card can be easily integrated with systems that are based on any other Neurotechnology SDK, including VeriFinger, VeriLook, VeriEye or multi-biometric MegaMatcher deployments.

MegaMatcher technology is used in a wide variety of biometric solutions worldwide for national-scale projects, including border control, passport and visa documentation, election control, criminal investigations, duplicate searches in large-scale databases and a range of other government and commercial applications. The MegaMatcher fingerprint recognition algorithm is NIST MINEX-compliant for use in US Government Personal Identity Verification (PIV) program fingerprint recognition applications and it supports most biometric industry standards.

MegaMatcher 4.2 and MegaMatcher On Card 3.0 are available through Neurotechnology or from distributors worldwide. For more information, go to: http://www.Neurotechnology.com.

About Neurotechnology

Neurotechnology is a provider of high-precision biometric fingerprint, face, iris, palmprint and voice identification algorithms, object recognition technology and software development products. More than 2500 system integrators, security companies and hardware providers integrate Neurotechnology's algorithms into their products, with millions of customer installations worldwide.

Neurotechnology's identification algorithms have consistently earned the highest honors in some of the industry's most rigorous competitions, including the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)'s Fingerprint Vendor Technology Evaluation (FpVTE), the Iris Exchange (IREX) and the Fingerprint Verification Competitions (FVC).

Drawing from years of academic research in the fields of neuroinformatics, image processing and pattern recognition, Neurotechnology was founded in 1990 in Vilnius, Lithuania and released its first fingerprint identification system in 1991. Since that time the company has released more than 60 products and version upgrades for identification and verification of objects and personal identity.

Media Contact:Jennifer Allen NewtonBluehouse Consulting Group, Inc.+1-503-805-7540Jennifer (at) bluehousecg (dot) com

SOURCE  Neurotechnology

Neurotechnology

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

AT&T Expands Mobile Broadband Coverage in Cedarville

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

CEDARVILLE, Mich., Nov. 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of its continuing network investment to support growing demand for advanced mobile devices and applications, AT&T* today announced the activation of one new mobile broadband cell site in Cedarville that will enhance coverage for area residents and businesses. With mobile broadband speeds, AT&T customers can surf the Web, download files faster, and enjoy the very latest interactive mobile applications.

"AT&T¹s new investment in the Upper Peninsula represents a significant step in the effort to reinvent Michigan," said state Rep. Frank Foster (R-Pelston). "We're working every day in Lansing to turn this state around, and AT&T is helping provide the resources job makers need to grow their businesses."

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

"Our goal is for our customers to have an extraordinary experience. As part of the Cedarville community, we're always looking for new opportunities to provide enhanced coverage, and our investment in the local wireless network is just one way we're accomplishing that," said Jim Murray, president of AT&T Michigan. "In addition, our recently announced agreement to acquire T-Mobile USA will strengthen and expand our network in Cedarville. If approved, this deal means that we'll be able to expand the next generation of mobile broadband - 4G LTE - from our current plan of 80 percent of the U.S. population to more than 97 percent."

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

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

"We want you to have an extraordinary experience whether you are sharing videos and photos with friends, watching a movie, checking the latest scores, or keeping your business mobile on your AT&T device," said Brian Ducharme, vice president and general manager for in AT&T Michigan and Indiana. "Smartphones, tablets and laptops are continuing to drive unprecedented demand for wireless access everywhere. We're investing in a combination of technologies right here in Cedarville to meet these needs and ensure an advanced broadband experience for all our customers."

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

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

*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.

** Largest based on company branded and operated hotspots. Access includes AT&T Wi-Fi Basic. A Wi-Fi enabled device required. Other restrictions apply. See http://www.attwifi.com for details and locations.

About AT&T

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

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

© 2011 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. Mobile broadband not available in all areas. AT&T, the AT&T logo and all other marks contained herein are trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property and/or AT&T affiliated companies.

SOURCE  AT&T Inc.

AT&T Inc.

CONTACT: Jermaine Spight, Sr. Public Relations Manager of AT&T Inc., +1-313-223-7779, Jermaine.Spight@att.com

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

George Mason University Implements Enterasys Networks Switches for Seamless Multi-Vendor Data Network

University Eliminates Downtime and Interoperability Issues

ANDOVER, Mass., Nov. 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Enterasys Networks, a Siemens Enterprise Communications Company, today announced George Mason University has implemented Enterasys switches to expand its multi-vendor network environment in order to avoid downtime and interoperability issues and prepare for new network technologies, such as expanded wireless access and VoIP.

Mason's IT department believes in the value and benefits of a multi-vendor environment - significantly reduced operational costs, no vendor lock-in, and creating a custom-tailored best-of-breed solution.  The Network Engineering and Technology department of the Information Technology Unit (ITU/NET) identified the need, set the parameters, and performed the evaluation to replace legacy switches that were nearing the end of their lifecycle.  In an extensive competitive bidding process, Mason selected Enterasys based upon superior management capabilities with the ability to seamlessly run alongside Cisco in their core and support intelligent edge access to the campus network for both academic and administrative facilities.

"We conducted an extensive vendor evaluation of the key vendors in the space.  Our goal was to supply Power over Ethernet (PoE) to all university sites in order to prepare for expanded VoIP and wireless network access, while maintaining interoperability with our existing infrastructure and equipment," said Randy Anderson, director of network engineering and technology at George Mason University.  "We wanted the best solution that would enable our IT department to keep up with the expanding size and technological needs of the university.  Affordability was also a key factor in our decision."

George Mason University is the largest state university in Virginia, with three campuses and several satellite locations across Northern Virginia, all supported by the central IT unit.  The university's network supports up to 20,000 unique wireless users and as many as 30,000 devices connected to the network.  The university doesn't restrict the types of devices that students and faculty connect to the network, but makes an effort to ensure they are supported and secured.

Enterasys C-Series stackable switches and the Network Management Suite (NMS) were implemented to replace the university's legacy equipment.  Mason's networking staff has realized the financial benefits they sought, without experiencing any downtime or interoperability issues.  Members of the IT staff were able to quickly learn the Enterasys command structure for configuration and troubleshooting.  Additionally, NMS Policy Manager will enhance network management, operations, and automation, as well as provide the university with the ability to define role-specific policies and support centralized control and policy distribution.

"We weren't initially looking for a central manager for the switches, but finding out Enterasys had one and how robust it is was definitely a plus," said Anderson.  "We were looking for great performance at an affordable price and we've achieved that with Enterasys.  The service we've received so far suggests they will be a great business partner."

Resources

    --  George Mason University case study
    --  Enterasys Blog: Interoperability in Multi-Vendor Environments
    --  Enterasys C-Series stackable switches
    --  Enterasys Network Management Suite
    --  Enterasys Higher Education solutions

About Enterasys Networks and Siemens Enterprise Communications

Siemens Enterprise Communications is a premier provider of end-to-end enterprise communications, including voice, network infrastructure and security solutions that use open, standards-based unified communications and business applications for a seamless collaboration experience. This award-winning "Open Communications" approach enables organizations to improve productivity and reduce costs through easy-to-deploy solutions that work within existing IT environments, delivering operational efficiencies. It is the foundation for the company's OpenPath® commitment that enables customers to mitigate risk and cost-effectively adopt unified communications. Jointly owned by The Gores Group and Siemens AG, Siemens Enterprise Communications includes Cycos and Enterasys Networks. For more information about Siemens Enterprise Communications or Enterasys please visit http://www.siemens-enterprise.com or http://www.enterasys.com.

SOURCE  Enterasys Networks

Enterasys Networks

CONTACT: Jason King, Enterasys Networks, +1-978-684-1847, jaking@enterasys.com; Amanda Jones, Connect Public Relations, +1-801-373-7888, amandaj@connectpr.com

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

World Record in Fingerprint Identification: DERMALOG Correctly Identifies 129 Million Fingerprints in one Second

HAMBURG, Germany, November 14, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    DERMALOG Identification Systems GmbH is Germany's largest biometrics
manufacturer, and has set a new world record in the identification of
fingerprints. The new system, known as "DERMALOG Next Generation AFIS", is
capable of correctly identifying the ten fingerprints of one individual
within a second from a database of more than 129 million fingerprints. The
renowned international SGS INSTITUT FRESENIUS has tested the product and
acknowledged that this combination of speed and accuracy is unique
throughout the world.

    Every fingerprint is unique and so is the new Automated Fingerprint
Identification System (AFIS) from the biometrics manufacturer DERMALOG. It
has achieved a new world record in the identification of fingerprints. The
newly developed "DERMALOG Next Generation AFIS" proved its unique speed and
accuracy at the test recently conducted by SGS INSTITUT FRESENIUS. Using an
LF10 DERMALOG fingerprint livescanner, the ten fingerprints of one person
were scanned and compared with a database of 100 million fingerprints
representing 10 million people, each having ten fingerprints. This
corresponds to the approximate population of Portugal or the Czech Republic,
for example. From within this huge data pool, the ten scanned fingerprints
were correctly identified within just 0.89 seconds on a standard blade
server with twelve cores making it a world record without compromising the
FAR and FRR rates.

    The aim of the test was to prove that the DERMALOG system sacrificed
none of its accuracy even when working at extremely high speed. The testers
at SGS INSTITUT FRESENIUS have now confirmed that DERMALOG can achieve a
quality of results never seen before in a search matching speed which is
quite unique throughout the world involving the examination of 129,296,050
fingerprints per second on a blade server with 12 cores, which today is now
a standard system. The new software is not only accurate and fast but also
easy to install and requires no special hardware. It is suitable for
standard PCs and standard blade servers such as are typically used today for
data processing. This achievement has now set a new standard for speed and
accuracy in fingerprint identification.

    Guenther Mull, founder and Managing Director at DERMALOG, is proud of
the world record. "The result shows how accurately and fast our new software
works," he says. "During the test everyone was identified correctly. There
were no errors. And so our "Next Generation AFIS" has now set a new standard
for speed and accuracy in fingerprint identification. The system is
especially designed for use in conjunction with large-scale databases such
as used at border checkpoints. That saves on long waiting times and enables
speedy processing, with no errors in a second."

    Dr. Bernd Grabe from SGS INSTITUT FRESENIUS commented on the test
results saying "As the speed of fingerprint searching increases, the
accuracy of the results is often reduced. But no loss in quality was
observed with the "DERMALOG Next Generation AFIS" despite its extremely high
speed. And what is more it uses standard hardware."

    The new "DERMALOG Next Generation AFIS" software will be on show at the
CARTES trade fair in Paris from 15th to 17th November 2011, and is available
now for all existing and new DERMALOG customers.

    DERMALOG Identification Systems GmbH, based in Hamburg, is the largest
German biometrics manufacturer and one of the world leaders in biometrics.
It has a high level team of scientists and IT knowledge team working
continuously on new innovative products. Its product range includes highly
advanced biometric border checkpoint systems, secure biometric ID cards, and
the new "FingerPayment" system. The main sales markets are Germany, Europe,
Latin America, the Middle East and Asia.

    DERMALOG has supplied more than 20,000 fingerprint scanners to the
national registration offices in Germany for the new electronic passports,
ID cards and permanent resident's cards, and has also supplied more than
50,000 finger scanners to national authorities in over 40 countries. The
company has installed its AFIS (Automatic Fingerprint Identification System)
at 60 government authorities throughout the world - they mostly use them to
identify false or duplicated identities before issuing ID cards or
passports. DERMALOG is also the technical partner in the REWE Group's
project for fast, secure payment by fingerprint, and the partner of
Wincor-Nixdorf in fitting cash machines, ATMs with finger scanners ("Finger
instead of PIN number"). For further information, please visit the website
http://www.dermalog.com.

   
    Media liaison - For more information, contact:
    DERMALOG Identification Systems GmbH
    Contact person: Peter Breuer
    Mittelweg 120
    20148 Hamburg,
    Phone: +49(0)40-413227-63
    Fax: +49(0)40-413227-89
    E-mail: peter.breuer@dermalog.com

Source: DERMALOG Identification Systems GmbH

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Netflix and Lionsgate UK Announce Multi-Year Premium Pay TV Window Agreement in the United Kingdom and Ireland

Starting In Early 2012, Netflix Members in the UK And Ireland Will Enjoy Instantly Watching High-Quality Films From Lionsgate UK

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Nov. 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Netflix, Inc. (Nasdaq: NFLX) and Lionsgate UK, a subsidiary of Lions Gate Entertainment Corp. (NYSE: LGF) today announced a new multi-year licensing agreement that will make Netflix the exclusive subscription streaming service in the UK and Ireland for first-run feature films from the studio.

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Lionsgate UK titles will be available for Netflix members in the UK and Ireland to watch instantly in the pay TV window on their televisions, tablets, game consoles, computers and mobile phones, for a low monthly price. Netflix announced last month that it would launch its service in the UK and Ireland early in 2012.

Appearing exclusively on Netflix within one year of their theatrical release will be such films as "The Hunger Games," the highly-anticipated film based on Suzanne Collins' best-selling teen novel and starring Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson and Liam Hemsworth; "The Expendables 2," the sequel to the blockbuster hit starring Sylvester Stallone, Jason Statham, Bruce Willis and Jet Li and the recently-announced remake of  the beloved 1987 classic "Dirty Dancing."

Among recent Lionsgate UK hits available to watch instantly in the UK and Ireland are "The Mechanic," "Saw 3D" and the original "The Expendables" as well as great catalogue titles including "Reservoir Dogs," "Blair Witch Project," "3:10 to Yuma," and "Good Night and Good Luck."

"Lionsgate is an important and successful supplier of television series and movies to us in all of our territories," said Ted Sarandos, Netflix Chief Content Officer. "We are proud to be the exclusive Pay TV home for Lionsgate theatrically-released films in the UK and Ireland."

"Netflix is the leading worldwide brand in steaming movies and they have an incredible service in North America. We are very excited to be working with them as they launch their service and bring our movies to audiences in the UK and Ireland," added Zygi Kamasa, Lionsgate UK CEO.

About Netflix:

With more than 20 million streaming members in the United States, Canada and Latin America, Netflix, Inc. [Nasdaq: NFLX] is the world's leading Internet subscription service for enjoying movies and TV shows. For about US$7.99 a month, Netflix members can instantly watch unlimited movies and TV episodes streamed over the Internet to PCs, Macs and TVs. Among the large and expanding base of devices streaming from Netflix are the Microsoft Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii and Sony PS3 consoles; an array of Blu-ray disc players, Internet-connected TVs, home theater systems, digital video recorders and Internet video players; Apple iPhone, iPad and iPod touch, as well as Apple TV and Google TV. In all, more than 700 devices that stream from Netflix are available.  For additional information, go to Netflix.com.Follow Netflix on Facebook and Twitter.

About Lions Gate:

Lionsgate UK is the diversified UK-based filmed entertainment arm of Lions Gate (NYSE:LGF), the leading independent filmed entertainment studio. The company (formerly Redbus Film Distributors) was acquired by Lions Gate in October 2005 and has since established a reputation in the UK as a leading producer and distributor and acquirer of commercially successful and critically acclaimed product, recently releasing such boxoffice hits as The Expendables, Harry Brown, Oscar and BAFTA winner The Hurt Locker, Drag Me To Hell, The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus, I've Loved You So Long, 3.10 to Yuma, Good Luck Chuck, The Bank Job and Oscar-winning The Lives of Others in the UK. Upcoming releases include 50:50, Machine Gun Preacher, The Sam Raimi produced The Possession, Ralph Fiennes' Coriolanus, David Cronenberg'sA Dangerous Method, TheHunger Games and What to Expect When You're Expecting and Lasse Hallstrom's Salmon Fishing in the Yemen starring Ewan McGregor, Emily Blunt and Kristen Scott Thomas.

Its prestigious and prolific library of nearly 13,000 motion picture titles and television episodes - including Mad Men, Nurse Jackie and Weeds - is a valuable source of recurring revenue and a foundation for the growth of the Company's core businesses - film production and distribution, TV programming, home entertainment, family entertainment and video-on-demand content. The Lionsgate UK brand is synonymous with original, daring, quality entertainment in markets around the globe. http://www.lionsgatefilms.co.uk

SOURCE  Netflix, Inc.

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Netflix, Inc.

CONTACT: Steve Swasey of Netflix, +1-408-540-3947, sswasey@netflix.com; Lorna Mann of Lionsgate UK, 44-207-299-8800, lmann@lionsgatefilms.co.uk

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

VAYANT Announces the Release of its Worldwide Availability Server Module

Multi-source Strategy allows Airfare Search with Real-time Availability

NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- VAYANT Travel Technologies, the next-generation airfare shopping innovator, announces today the December 2011 release of VAYANT v2.0 which includes their Worldwide Availability Server solution. With this release, a groundbreaking achievement in airfare search, VAYANT becomes the leading independent airfare search and shopping provider.

This release will now allow VAYANT to further integrate availability results within the flagship OneSearch(TM) engine as well as in VAYANT's Microproduct suite. "Our goal has always been to innovate around the new travel shopping trends consumers are asking for today," comments Brian Clark, CEO of VAYANT. "VAYANT v2.0 is key to that strategy and solidifies VAYANT's leadership of the next generation of airfare shopping providers."

By working with VAYANT, online travel agencies and meta-search engines reduce their risk of spiking look-to-book ratios, and airlines avoid unnecessary inventory queries. "We are happy to deliver further cost optimizations for airlines globally," says Brannon Winn, Chief Commercial Officer at VAYANT. "VAYANT v2.0 delivers richer result sets to travel search - finding lower fares more often - and integrates smoothly with existing systems. VAYANT now offers the best of both worlds - the speed, flexibility and distribution effectiveness demanded for Internet shopping combined with the accuracy of airline hosting systems."

VAYANT joins a select group of providers who can offer multi-carrier result sets inclusive of availability on a worldwide basis. "VAYANT v2.0 has always been on schedule and will release in December 2011," comments Eric Dumas COO. "Our Worldwide Availability Server module will also have the ability to perform live availability queries which, unlike predictive shopping engines, can provide a full-fledged solution, utilizing the highest level of inventory accuracy in the marketplace. But, this is just the beginning of our innovative functionality releases."

This announcement follows right behind the release of VAYANT's second product launch of 2011, Airfare Intelligence, which offers forward-looking real-time fare information for use in the revenue management and marketing fields.

About Vayant Travel Technologies LLC

Using patent pending technologies, VAYANT's flagship product OneSearch(TM) delivers innovative personalized search results and increased itinerary options improving the end user experience, decreasing customer look-to-book ratios, increasing revenues, and cutting costs. VAYANT Airfare Intelligence(TM) offers a real time snapshot of future airfares world-wide including all taxes and fare rules. VAYANT provides its full suite of products to travel related companies such as airlines, meta-search engines, online travel agencies, tour operators and revenue management.

© 2011 Vayant. All rights reserved.

http://www.vayant.com

SOURCE  Vayant Travel Technologies LLC

Vayant Travel Technologies LLC

CONTACT: Brannon Winn Chief Commercial Officer, +33-6-24-51-84-43, bwinn@vayant.com, http://www.vayant.com

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

24online Announces "Service Management Platform" Roll out for ISPs and Hospitality Segment

AHMEDABAD, India, November 14, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    Elitecore Technologies, the provider of 24online's Service Management
Platform announces the availability of SMS & HIA series - a truly
plug-n-play solution with segment specific features enabling internet
providers, hotels, hotspots, educational institutes and airports to rapidly
launch new revenue-generating services and prevent bandwidth leakages as
well.

    The Brand pioneered with Billing and Bandwidth Management Solution in
India and today enjoys a major market share in the ISP segment. It has a
vast client base with 2500+ installations that extend to 40+ countries
across the globe. 24online has developed a vast reach in the Middle-East,
Africa and Asia with a dedicated partner network. Taking into consideration
the rising trend of internet subscribers and internet usage at hotels,
hotspots and various such segments in the African region we now look forward
to business expansion in Africa as a major potential market to capture, as
was said by Mr. Samiksh Aggarwal - AVP Sales Data Networks.

    24online's Service Management Platform offers AAA Server for
Authorization, Authentication & Accounting controls, advanced billing system
for prepaid-postpaid billing, data and VoIP billing, franchisee and
subscriber management for new as well as existing service providers on
Wired, WiMAX, Broadband and Wi-Fi networks.

    24online Hospitality Internet Access (HIA) series pre-integrated with
famous property management systems like Micros Fidelio, Opera, Amadeus, IDS,
Shawman, etc. offers advance access controllers with guest management and
billing functions. It also offers pre-paid voucher management, zero
configurations, Captive Portal capabilities, etc. 24online HIA is highly
flexible, plug-n-play solution offering a high speed Internet experience to
guests and visitors at small and large hospitality/hotspot locations.

    About Elitecore

    Founded in 1999, Elitecore Technologies is an Information Technology
Products and Software Solutions Company headquartered in India. Elitecore
leveraging its global sales and distribution channel spanning in 110+
countries provides business critical solutions for Telecommunications,
Networks Security and Access gateway.

    Elitecore's offerings include Security Solution - Cyberoam the provider
of Network & End Point Data Security solution, Telecom Practices - Crestel
Billing & Revenue Management & Core Network Solution that meets the OSS/BSS
requirements for Voice, Video & Data services offered by Telecom Operators
/Large Service Providers; 24online - Service Management Platform for Hotels,
Hotspots and Small to Medium Internet Service Providers, Elite AAA,
NetVertex - Policy Manager.

   
    Media Contact
    LK Pathak
    Head - Corporate Communications
    Email:  l.k.pathak@elitecore.com
    Phone: +91-9925-012059
    Elitecore Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
    http://www.elitecore.com

Source: Elitecore Technologies

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Connect With Global Employees, Suppliers and Partners With the Push of a Button

AT&T Telepresence Solution® Enhancements Make Collaboration Easier

DALLAS, Nov. 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- AT&T* is taking more steps to make global communications and collaboration even easier and more pervasive with new AT&T Telepresence Solution service bundling options. These new choices give customers even more flexibility to meet "face-to-face" from a wider range of locations.

"Within the next few years, global telepresence exchanges that let enterprises reach across their networks will increase the impact of, and demand for, video conferencing solutions," said Brian Washburn, Current Analysis Research Director, Network Services. "AT&T's telepresence solutions allow organizations to connect networks and unlock a vast number of new meeting relationships."

In addition to the new service bundles, AT&T is making telepresence more accessible to businesses and organizations of all sizes with new features and scheduling capabilities that allow for greater connectivity and unification across disparate video conferencing systems.

New AT&T Telepresence Solution capabilities include:

    --  New Service Bundles - AT&T now offers customers a wide range of Cisco
        video equipment options from immersive to desktop units (including
        former TANDBERG endpoints).  The fully managed service bundle includes:
        --  Connection to the AT&T Business Exchange enabling users to connect
            internally with employees, and externally with customers and
            suppliers.
        --  Flexibility to connect to a wide variety of endpoint equipment and
            network types from a broad range of manufacturers, thereby getting
            more out of prior investments.
        --  AT&T design and implementation of telepresence and video
            conferencing equipment including hardware and software.
        --  AT&T owned equipment, management, proactive monitoring, maintenance
            and help desk bundled into one monthly service fee.
    --  Value Case Tool  - To help create a "Success Plan" to deploy these new
        capabilities AT&T has also recently updated its industry-specific Value
        Case Tool which helps customer define use cases, build design and TCO
        scenarios, determine break-even points, and project operational costs
        and business benefits.
    --  Scheduling Add-In - Schedule internal or external telepresence meetings,
        right from your Microsoft Outlook or Lotus Notes calendar. This
        enhancement unifies scheduling and is expected to be available before
        the end of 2011 for hosted deployments.
    --  ActivePresence - Enhance the meeting experience by viewing all meeting
        attendees during a conference, regardless of the number of locations
        connected. The speaking participants appear full size on the screen
        while others appear as part of a panel view or "filmstrip" along the
        bottom of the screens. Participants switch into the full screen position
        automatically when they speak.
    --  Guest Access - Schedule and attend telepresence meetings with companies
        that are not on the AT&T Business Exchange, over the Internet or
        traditional telephone network, opening an even more extended world of
        meeting options.
    --  Intercompany Direct Dial - Enjoy point-to-point conferencing from one
        Cisco TelePresence® endpoint to another on the AT&T Business Exchange
        without needing to schedule a meeting in advance.
Key Facts:

    --  AT&T adopts telepresence internally: AT&T intends to install more than
        50 internal telepresence rooms in 2011, growing internal deployments to
        more than 190 rooms spanning more than 20 countries.
        --  Using AT&T's Carbon Impact Assessment Tool, organizations can easily
            calculate the estimated greenhouse gas emissions and cost savings of
            using telepresence to replace or reduce business travel and increase
            productivity and collaboration.
        --  Between January and September 2011, AT&T has realized almost $7.5
            million in travel dollars saved and more than 4,400 metric tons of
            CO2 emissions averted.
        --  Since 2008, AT&T has logged more than 83,400 telepresence meeting
            hours.
    --  Telepresence is going global: More than one third of the endpoints
        connected to the AT&T Business Exchange are outside the United States,
        and AT&T now supports over 75 countries with the expanded offerings.
    --  Millions of meeting minutes: AT&T customers held nearly 12 million
        minutes of meetings on immersive telepresence systems in the first three
        quarters of 2011.
    --  The number of end-points continues to grow rapidly: Telepresence
        continues to see customer acceptance and continued growth from 1,281
        meeting rooms in 2009 to more than 3,000 meeting rooms projected for
        2011.
    --  Industry leading companies are adopting telepresence: More than one
        third of the companies ranked in the Fortune 100 are connected to the
        AT&T Business Exchange.
"From large, classroom-like settings to conference rooms to desktops to home offices, AT&T Telepresence Solution is helping our customers connect through face-to-face collaboration," said Shawn Conroy, vice president of Voice, Collaboration and Unified Communications Services, AT&T Business Solutions. "Expanding our popular service bundles to include conference room and desktop units is an important step in pursuing our vision of a pervasive telepresence experience where users can connect without borders from the device and at the time and place that's most convenient for them."

Learn more about the value of AT&T Telepresence Solution and how AT&T helps organizations measure the benefits.

*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.

Cautionary Language Concerning Forward-Looking Statements

Information set forth in this press release contains financial estimates and other forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results might differ materially. A discussion of factors that may affect future results is contained in AT&T's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. AT&T disclaims any obligation to update and revise statements contained in this news release based on new information or otherwise.

About AT&T

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

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

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SOURCE  AT&T Inc.

AT&T Inc.

CONTACT: CONTACT:  Aaron Virola, +1-212-453-2396, aaron.virola@fleishman.com, or Melissa Salottolo, +1-212-453-2327, mm8216@att.com, both of AT&T Corporate Communications

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

Geeklist Announces the First Achievement-Based Geek Identity

SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 13, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Geeklist.com - Geeklist announces they have built the first Achievement-based social platform for developers. Still in Private Beta mode, the site allows developers to share their achievements, find other geeks, give credit to peers and connect in a way never possible before.

Geeklist is the world's first real-time tech data engine based on achievements. "It's a window into knowing who is using which technologies, with whom, where, when and how. It's a virtual 'safe-zone' for geeks to share and even brag a little about some of the great things they've done in their careers. We give Geeks a place their voice can be heard and considering our lives are run by what developers build, that voice is really quite powerful," stated Reuben Katz, CEO & co-founder of Geeklist.

Christian Sanz, CTO & co-founder of Geeklist, spent years hiring developers using traditional means like networking, job sites and resumes. "They just don't work. There is no depth to a resume and even less in an online job resume or profile," exclaimed Christian. "LinkedIn is great for many things, but for hiring developers and builders, well, not so much. We provide developers the ability to share what they have done in the context of telling their peers, not trying to sell themselves to recruiters," continues Sanz. "It's like when developers get together for a drink after work and talk about the amazing stuff they just did, or war stories of things they built in the past, things they are really proud of which other geeks can Hi 5."

Currently developers can view real-time discovery streams of cards and micros showing who did what behind the scenes of amazing companies like Twitter, Microsoft, Joyent, Mozilla, Yammer and even Google. Guys like, Laurence Gonsalves (http://geekli.st/Laurence) write "I helped build Google Reader from the ground up" or famed ex-Microsoft developer, Charlie Kindel (http://geekli.st/ckindel), who wrote an Achievement card stating "I was one of the earliest Windows app developers. Windows 2.x. in 1989. My apps could print." Even some of Twitter's earliest engineers and founders say things in Geeklist like "I scaled Twitter".

Geeklist is also announcing that they have secured a round of Angel funding from industry heavy-weights including, Great Oaks Venture Partners, Milan Ventures, Nick Wilson, Jeff Fluhr, Sean Knapp, Tony Hsieh among others. "We're growing rapidly and just broke over 100,000 activities inside the site, stay tuned for more communication, data and discovery," said Katz.

Geeklist, Inc. is located virtually at http://geekli.st and physically in the heart of San Francisco's SoMa startup scene inside RocketSpace 181 Fremont Street, San Francisco, CA, 94105.

SOURCE  Geeklist, Inc.

Geeklist, Inc.

CONTACT: Reuben Katz, rkatz@geekli.st - 858.688.6106

Web Site: http://www.geekli.st

Cimatron Invites 30,000 Expected at FabTech to Explore its Powerful DieDesign Solution

GIVAT SHMUEL, Israel, November 13, 2011/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --

          Cimatron's DieDesign solution to feature at FabTech show in

                       Chicago, November 14-17, 2011.

    Cimatron Limited [http://www.cimatron.com ] (NASDAQ and TASE: CIMT) will
exhibit its integrated CimatronE DieDesign solution at the forthcoming
FabTech trade fair, North America's largest metal forming, fabricating,
finishing and welding event.

    "Producing a high quality die within the required time frame is often
easier said than done, particularly given the costs and complexities
involved," said Mr Bill Gibbs, Cimatron's President North America.

    "It is for that reason that Cimatron developed an integrated DieDesign
solution predicated on the key factors of speed and accuracy.

    "The success of DieDesign in meeting these goals has been overwhelming,
with our many customers worldwide lauding the solution's contribution to
their competitiveness in a demanding market."

    CimatronE DieDesign covers the process from quoting through design,
machining and wire EDM. Recent enhancements to the Die Design solution offer
a far more flexible strip design process. Among the enhancements that
simplify the process is the new "insert forming shape" feature, which allows
users to insert additional forming shapes (stations) at any point during
design, while maintaining complete associativity.

    There are also enhancements in die tool design, with faster, more
automated trimming punch creation. CimatronE's trimming punch feature, which
allows users to design trimming punches in one click, can now create
multiple trimming punches in the same operation. Additionally, the system
now supports split matrixes (used to simplify the manufacturing process) and
several new types of fasteners.

    "Our customers have commented that DieDesign has enhanced their
efficiency by 25-30%, significantly reducing the design time involved in
complex strips, as well as helping them to win new business by speeding up
the quotation process," said Mr Gibbs.

    The FabTech trade show will be held in Chicago from November 14-17,
2011. The Cimatron display and information will be at booth #3137.

    About Cimatron

    With over 28 years of experience and more than 40,000 installations
worldwide, Cimatron is a leading provider of integrated, CAD/CAM software
solutions for mold, tool and die makers as well as manufacturers of discrete
parts. Cimatron is committed to providing comprehensive, cost-effective
solutions that streamline manufacturing cycles and ultimately shorten
product delivery time.

    The Cimatron product line includes the CimatronE and GibbsCAM brands
with solutions for mold design
[http://www.cimatron.com/Main/general.aspx?FolderID)97&lang=EN ], die
design [http://www.cimatron.com/Main/general.aspx?FolderIDD70&lang=EN ],
electrodes design
[http://www.cimatron.com/Main/general.aspx?FolderIDE15&lang=EN ], 2.5 to 5
axes milling
[http://www.cimatron.com/Main/general.aspx?FolderIDD71&lang=EN ], wire EDM
[http://www.gibbscam.com/solutions/index.php?soX ], turn
[http://www.gibbscam.com/solutions/index.php?so=2 ], mill-turn
[http://www.gibbscam.com/solutions/index.php?page=modules-overview ], rotary
milling
[http://www.gibbscam.com/solutions/index.php?page=modules-overview ],
multi-task machining [http://www.gibbscam.com/solutions/index.php?so=2 ], and
tombstone machining
[http://www.gibbscam.com/solutions/index.php?page=modules-overview ].
Cimatron's subsidiaries and extensive distribution network serve and support
customers in the automotive, aerospace, medical, consumer plastics,
electronics, and other industries in over 40 countries worldwide.

    Cimatron's shares are publicly traded on the NASDAQ exchange and the Tel
Aviv Stock Exchange under the symbol CIMT. For more information, please
visit Cimatron's web site at: http://www.cimatron.com

    This press release includes forward looking statements, within the
meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, which are
subject to risk and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ
materially from those anticipated. Such statements may relate to Cimatron's
plans, objectives and expected financial and operating results. The words
"may," "could," "would," "will," "believe," "anticipate," "estimate,"
"expect," "intend," "plan," and similar expressions or variations thereof
are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Investors are cautioned
that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future
performance and involve risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond
Cimatron's ability to control. The risks and uncertainties that may affect
forward looking statements include, but are not limited to: currency
fluctuations, global economic and political conditions, marketing demand for
Cimatron products and services, long sales cycles, new product development,
assimilating future acquisitions, maintaining relationships with customers
and partners, and increased competition. For more details about the risks
and uncertainties related to Cimatron's business, refer to Cimatron's
filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Cimatron cannot assess
the impact of or the extent to which any single factor or risk, or
combination of them, may cause. Cimatron undertakes no obligation to
publicly update or revise any forward looking statements, whether as a
result of new information, future events or otherwise.

   
    For More Information Contact:

    Idit Pass Lagziel
    Marketing Manager
    Cimatron Ltd.
    Phone: +972-73-237-0298
    Email:  iditp@cimatron.com

    Ilan Erez
    Chief Financial Officer
    Cimatron Ltd.
    Phone: +972-73-237-0114
    Email: ilane@cimatron.com

Source: Cimatron Ltd

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BAM! Now Open in Salina

SALINA, Kan., Nov. 11, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Residents in Salina now have a Books-A-Million (BAM!) for all their books, toys, tech and more needs. The new store recently opened in Central Mall located at 2259 South 9th Street, Salina, KS 67401.

"Whether you're a reader or a tech-lover, our new BAM! store has something for everyone," said Alice Terry, General Manager. "We are excited to be here in Central Mall to provide the best customer experience for all who visit."

The Central Mall BAM! provides a diverse selection of books, magazines, bargain books and gifts, as well as unique sections within the store. There's a special "Kids-A-Million" section featuring children's books, learning resources, toys and games along with a myriad of literature for children and products from Lego, Skip Hop, LeapFrog, Hasbro and more.

For the tech savvy reader, there's an array of electronics, featuring the NOOK Simple Touch and NOOK Color; iPhone, iPod and eReader accessories and DVDs in addition to electronic accessories by brands such as Skullcandy, JVC, Built and ProtectIt.

All new customers are invited to sign up for the Millionaire's Club, where members save 40 percent off bestsellers, 20 percent off hundreds of items throughout the store and 10 percent off everything, every day. Millionaire's Club members also experience special sale events and receive exclusive promotions and coupons through weekly emails.

From quality customer service to convenient access to superior merchandise, BAM! has so much to offer, including discount programs for teachers and community organizations as well as community fundraising opportunities. The new location is open just in time for the holiday season. At BAM!, books are just the beginning.

About Books-A-Million, Inc.

Books-A-Million, Inc. is one of the nation's leading book retailers and sells on the Internet at http://www.booksamillion.com.  The Company presently operates over 230 stores in 29 states and the District of Columbia and, after the opening of the new stores, the Company will operate over 250 stores in 31 states and the District of Columbia.  The Company operates large superstores under the names Books-A-Million, Books & Co., and 2nd & Charles and traditional bookstores operating under the names Bookland and Books-A-Million.  The common stock of Books-A-Million, Inc. is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol BAMM. For more information, visit the Company's corporate website at http://www.booksamillioninc.com.

Follow Books-A-Million on Twitter (http://www.twitter.com/booksamillion ) and Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/booksamillion).

SOURCE  Books-A-Million, Inc.

Books-A-Million, Inc.

CONTACT: Jane Hoerner, +1-205-909-3512

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

Accessory Workshop Unveils Next-Gen Bluetooth Keyboard Case for iPad 2

Specifically designed with Apple® in mind, tyPad 2 includes high-performance keyboard and sleek new case

PARAMUS, N.J., Nov. 11, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Accessory Workshop, first to market with their popular tyPad line of Bluetooth keyboard cases for iPad, today announced the launch of tyPad 2,specifically designed with Apple® in mind.  Designed in close collaboration with a team of iPad experts, tyPad 2 is engineered to be student-tough, professionally sharp and travel-friendly. It boasts more than a dozen enhancements over the best-selling prior generation of tyPad models and continues to be a must-have iPad accessory.

(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20111111/NE05303 )

"We design tyPad products to meet iPad users' ever-changing needs," said Brad Hotz, CEO of Accessory Workshop. "Our customers demand improved keyboard performance and enhanced functionality in a slimmer, more lightweight case, and we have responded by delivering the next generation tyPad 2."

Offered with Bluetooth v3.0 and Secure Simple Pairing (SSP), tyPad 2's re-engineered keyboard features an unobstructed space bar, larger dual-shift keys, essential Apple shortcut and command keys, and a longer-lasting battery. The new keyboard delivers superior typing, improved accuracy, and enhanced functionality.   

With its sleek, new patent-pending design, tyPad 2's portfolio case is 30 percent lighter and 15 percent slimmer than previous models and allows the iPad to be positioned for optimal viewing.  It closes securely using a smart-strap closure and incorporates corner flaps that provide additional protection.  A business card window allows for easy identification in the office or classroom.  The tyPad 2 is packaged in an all-new black and red retail box.

Accessory Workshop will release a limited edition tyPad 2 made from carbon fiber in December.

tyPad 2 retails for $99.99 and is available for purchase at http://www.buytypad.com. The tyPad 2 and other Accessory Workshop products also can be purchased at major retailers, including Walmart, Toys R US, Airport Wireless, Hudson News, Microcenter, B&H, and Datavision.

About Accessory Workshop

Accessory Workshop, LLC, is a design and manufacturing firm specializing in tech accessories. We create and develop innovative products meant to enhance your computer and gaming experience.  For more information, visit http://www.accessoryworkshop.com.

Press Contact
Kimberly Hotz
Accessory Workshop
+1-888-691-3047, Ext. 706
kimhotz@accessoryworkshop.com

SOURCE  Accessory Workshop

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Accessory Workshop

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

ESDNetwork Launches Retail Touch Screen Lead Generating Consumer Prize Sweepstakes

JANESVILLE, Wis., Nov. 11, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- ESDNetwork (Electronic Sales Dealership Network) released its brand new consumer facing national prize sweepstakes featuring touch screen lead generation.

"We help retailers increase their sales and profits by growing one of their most important assets - the email addresses of interested customers who in fact shop or browse in their physical store and online," says ESDNetwork's CEO, Steve Yeko. "Every retailer knows their most qualified customers are those that actually visit their store. ESDNetwork's National Prize Sweepstakes is 100% managed by ESDNetwork, so all a retailer has to do is turn on the touch screen computer monitor and the entire program engages," concludes Yeko.

ESDNetwork's National Prize Sweepstakes invites customers to register using an in store touch screen monitor with the incentive to win a $1,000 monthly prize provided by ESDNetwork. "On the first day of each month a brand new sweepstakes begins, so customers register all the time. The retailer is guaranteed to collect their customers' current email address," sites Brad Bensman, ESDNetwork's Vice President of Marketing.

"It's true," raves a family jewelry store owner in Illinois. "I've tried for two years to ask for customers' email addresses without any results. Now customers are walking up to the touch screen prize kiosk and punching their email address themselves! The very first weekend we added 83 brand new email addresses. Now we can market to more and more qualified potential customers."

"That's the beauty of it all," claims Milanie Cleere, ESDNetwork's Chief Operating Officer, "National Prize Sweepstakes drives traffic in store and online and helps retailers reach their customers with technology relevant to consumers' lifestyles." Consumers can register each month in store, on a retailer's Facebook page, visiting their web site from a smart phone, iPad or computer.

"It's just in time for Christmas traffic," Yeko continues. "What better way to capture more 2011 business and begin 2012 with so many new sales leads?"

View our video and learn more at http://www.esdn.com/sweepstakes

About ESDNetwork

The ESDNetwork platform is a web based collection of tools that empowers manufacturers and retailers to streamline the ecommerce supply chain. ESDNetwork is a privately held company founded in 2009 based in Janesville, Wisconsin.

SOURCE  ESDNetwork

ESDNetwork

CONTACT: Brad Bensman, Vice President Marketing, ESDNetwork, +1-866-999-3736, extension 114, bbensman@esdn.com

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

Golf Coach Direct Offers Free Golf Lessons

Tech-based Golf Coaching Site Partners with Start-up Internet Company UNATION

TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 11, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Golf Coach Direct today announced that it is launching its live interactive golf tutorial site in conjunction with UNATION.com, a Tampa-based Internet company that has created a new, event-driven social media platform to be unveiled today, 11/11/11. To celebrate the launch, Golf Coach Direct will offer free golf lessons to the first 1,111 people to sign up for Golf Coach Direct through UNATION.

"We're excited to be part of the launch of Golf Coach Direct," said UNATION Co-Founder George Beardsley. "Their virtual approach will bring coaches together with students in a new way, and we are happy to help them increase their reach through social media."

Golf Coach Direct specializes in connecting professional golf coaches with students of all levels through live interactive lessons over the Internet. Through its campaign with UNATION, Golf Coach Direct can connect and share with its customers like never before through utilizing social media tools.

"UNATION offers a cutting-edge approach to social engagement, which aligns well with our innovative approach to golf instruction," stated Golf Coach Direct founder Phil Auerbach. "It was important to us that golfers can easily interact and enjoy their experience and UNATION offers a best-in-class environment for Golfcoachdirect.com."

While there is still space, anyone interested in free golf lessons can sign up at http://www.gcdnation.com.

About Golf Coach Direct:

Golf Coach Direct (http://www.GolfCoachDirect.com) allows users to register with an exclusive circle of top PGA golf coaches. Once a user captures and uploads their swing through Golf Coach Direct's patent-pending technology, they can book live lessons with a professional golf coach.

About UNATION:

UNATION (http://www.UNATION.com) is an Internet company that is improving on the strengths of many communication tools and technologies utilized in social networking, telecommunications, journalism and rich media. Through a unique, event-driven platform, UNATION will fundamentally change the way corporations, organizations and individuals interact with their contacts.

SOURCE  Golf Coach Direct

Golf Coach Direct

CONTACT: Phil Auerbach, +1-212-829-8749, phil@golfcoachdirect.com

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

Sam's Club Members Jingle with Joy: 60 Featured Items Revealed for Day After Thanksgiving Shopping Event (D.A.T.E.)

Make a DATE with Sam's Club for members-only savings, free breakfast and extraordinary holiday values

Additional items to be revealed at Holiday Taste of Sam's Club Sampling Event - Nov. 18 to 20

BENTONVILLE, Ark., Nov. 11, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Sam's Club, the nation's eighth largest retailer, today revealed 60  featured deals set for the annual Day After Thanksgiving Event (D.A.T.E.) with sought-after jewelry, electronics, toys, wireless and entertainment gifts for 2011, including Black & White Diamond Silver Ring (1.0 CT T.W.) or Earrings set (1.0 CT T.W.) for $149 each, Dyson® DC 24 All-floor vacuum for $279 and a Samsung 51" 720p 600Hz Plasma TV for $498.  Sam's Club Facebook fans and mobile app users were the first to view the items this morning.

The members only in-club shopping event kicks-off at all Sam's Club locations nationwide at 5 a.m. on Friday, November 25, featuring members-only privileges to simplify the season for time-strapped shoppers, including: .

    --  Complimentary breakfast from 5 a.m. to 8 a.m. in-club, including hot egg
        sandwiches, fresh fruit, yogurt and coffee.
    --  Shoppers who join Sam's Club or upgrade to Plus Membership while in-club
        through the weekend will receive a $20 gift card to spend immediately or
        stuff a stocking.
    --  Sam's Club Credit account holders will pay no interest on a single-item
        purchase of $488 or more if paid in full in 24 months.

Members eager to avoid lines and get a head start on shopping may also shop all D.A.T.E. values online at SamsClub.com and on the Sam's Club mobile app as of 10 p.m. CST on Wednesday, November 23.

"Between preparing the home, entertaining guests, cooking and finding great values on gifts, holiday season 'to-dos' pile up quickly. Sam's Club provides our time-strapped members less hectic access to amazing savings anywhere in the U.S., any hour of the day," said Marybeth Cornwell, senior vice president of Home and Apparel at Sam's Club. "Members will be delighted at the extraordinary quality of Sam's Club holiday items from tech to toys, jewelry and 'break-apart' gifts to please everyone they shop for, including themselves."

Holiday Savings Made Simple with Day After Thanksgiving Event Items:

In an effort to better serve members, Sam's Club has selected dozens of values at extraordinary pricing in-club and online.  Sam's Club deals will include:

    --  Black & White Diamond Earrings (1.0 CT T.W.) - $149
    --  Dyson® DC 24 All-floor vacuum - $279
    --  Samsung 51" Class 720p 600Hz Plasma HDTV - $498
    --  HP Pavilion 17.3" Notebook - $499
    --  Sony®160GB PS3 Complete Entertainment Bundle - $239
    --  The Zone Two-Player Basketball Game - $79
    --  Nintendo Wii Blue Console - $99
    --  Cuisinart Classic 15 piece Nonstick Hard-Anodized Cookware Set - $99
    --  7' Pre-lit Pull-Up Christmas Tree - $99

Sam's Club also offers a special D.A.T.E. selection of gifts under $20:

    --  Wolfgang Puck Rechargeable Wine Opener - $9.98
    --  4G Android Smartphones (3) for 96 cents*
    --  100 Holiday Photo Greeting Cards for $15 at Sam's Club Photo Center
    --  Choose from 20 Blu-ray Titles for $9.88 each

To download the entire Sam's Club Thanksgiving Day ad, visit SamsClub.com.

More Values Revealed at Holiday Taste of Sam's Club: Nov. 18 to 20During the ninth annual Holiday Taste of Sam's Club, Nov. 18 through 20 in all Sam's Club locations nationwide, attendees will receive an exclusive sneak peek handout with even more Thanksgiving Day deals.  During the sampling event, members and guests can "try before you buy" the hundreds upon thousands of free seasonal samples including a variety of delectable, gourmet items such as savory Daily Chef(TM) Chicken & Bacon Bruschetta, mouthwatering Butterball® Deep-Fried Turkey Breast, and The Cheesecake Factory® Reese's® Peanut Butter Cup Chocolate Cheesecake - a deliciously rich treat sure to delight.

For savings throughout the season, sign up for Sam's Club's Holiday Value of the Day, offered between Nov. 1 and Dec. 24, 2011, visit SamsClub.com/gifts or download the Sam's Club mobile application to your iPhone®, Android or BlackBerry, which provides a floor-plan of members' local Clubs to simplify the D.A.T.E. shopping experience.

*Carrier and phone selection vary by club. Requires qualifying two year agreement.

About Sam's Club Sam's Club, a division of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (NYSE: WMT), is the nation's eighth largest retailer and a leading membership warehouse club offering superior products and services to more than 47 million Members in clubs across the U.S., as well as in Brazil, China and Mexico. Members save an average of 30 percent over traditional retailers. To learn more about Savings Made Simple®, visit SamsClub.com and look for Sam's Club on Twitter, Facebook and our mobile app.

SOURCE  Sam's Club

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Sam's Club

CONTACT: Carrie Foster of Sam's Club, 1-800-331-0085, Carrie.Foster@samsclub.com, SamsClub.com/newsroom

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