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Oregon Scientific Launches Industry's Only Button Free, Touch-Screen Heart Rate Monitors for Hassle-Free Exercise

Gaiam Touch Heart Rate Monitors Take Workouts to a New Level

TUALATIN, Ore., Nov. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Oregon Scientific, a leading designer and worldwide marketer of personal electronics, and Gaiam, Inc., the leading distributor of lifestyle media, have teamed up to launch the only line of button free, touch-screen heart rate monitors.  The Gaiam Touch, a recent recipient of the prestigious International CES Innovations 2012 Design and Engineering Award in the Health & Wellness category, features fashion-forward colors and a comfortable, slim design - 2 millimeters thinner than any other heart rate monitor on the market.  Building on consumer research to create a more intuitive user experience, the directional touch-screen allows for easy navigation between heart rate, calories burned and workout time with just the touch of a finger - no more fumbling with cumbersome buttons during workouts.  The Gaiam Touch line is available nationwide at the Oregon Scientific Online Store, Target, Sports Authority, Academy Sports, MC Sports and Athleta.

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The Gaiam Touch is available with a chest strap, which allows for continuous heart rate monitoring, or as a strap-free model for on-demand heart rate monitoring. The strap-free Gaiam Touch utilizes ECG technology, requiring only a touch of a finger on the monitor's sensor for an accurate heart rate reading. The strap model operates in digital and analog modes and tracks fat burned. Both strap and strap-free models easily track calories burned and heart rate data.  Stopwatch, zone alarm, clock and calendar functions are all rolled into a slim design with a soft, silicon strap for a more comfortable workout experience.

Heart rate monitors are considered the most accurate way to measure both heart rate and exercise intensity, ideal for those looking to take their workouts to the next level whether training for a marathon or as an occasional gym-goer.  Weight loss goals are best achieved when exercising in the "fat burning zone," or maintaining a heart rate at 60-70 percent of the maximum rate.  Both Gaiam Touch models offer alert function signals when heart rate is below or above optimal levels to keep you on pace to achieve your fitness goals in style.  User profiles can be entered in setup mode for a more customized workout experience.

The Gaiam Touch Heart Rate Monitor (with chest belt) is available in light blue and black colors and has a suggested retail price of $109.99.  The Gaiam Touch Strapless Heart Rate Monitor is available in pink or navy blue and has a suggested retail price of $99.99.   Both models are available nationwide at the Oregon Scientific Online Store and at Target, Sports Authority, Academy Sports, MC Sports and Athleta.

About Oregon Scientific
Founded in 1989, Oregon Scientific is headquartered in Tualatin; a quaint suburb of beautiful Portland, Oregon.  Oregon Scientific offers six families of products, ranging from youth & learning to sports & fitness.  Built from its hallmark of timing and weather devices, Oregon Scientific is expanding to meet the diverse needs of its customers to enhance the way we live, work and play.  Consider Oregon Scientific's products to be Innovating the Everyday.

Oregon Scientific is a division of one of the world's premier electronics manufacturers, Integrated Display Technology, Ltd. (IDT), based in Hong Kong.  IDT was founded in 1977 and is listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange as IDT Technology.

About Gaiam, Inc.
Gaiam, Inc. (Nasdaq: GAIA) is a leading producer and marketer of lifestyle media and fitness accessories. With a wide distribution network that consists of 62,000 retail doors, 14,400 store within stores, 5,600 media category management locations, a digital distribution platform and more than 8 million direct customers, Gaiam is dedicated to providing solutions for healthy and eco-conscious living. The company dominates the health and wellness category and releases non-theatrical programming focused on family entertainment and conscious media. In addition, Gaiam has an exclusive licensing agreement with Discovery Communications and other licensing partners. For more information about Gaiam, please visit http://www.gaiam.com or call 1.800.869.3603.

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Oregon Scientific

CONTACT: Skye McIntyre, 360 Public Relations, +1-617-585-5773, smcintyre@360publicrelations.com, or Mike Rush, 360 Public Relations, +1-617-585-5792, mrush@360publicrelations.com

iTRACS' Customer Value Lifecycle(TM):  Helping Organizations Generate Continuous Business Value from Their Enterprise Infrastructure

Proven methodology from DCIM leader generates a higher level of quantifiable value for infrastructure owners and operators

CHICAGO, Nov. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- iTRACS Corporation, Inc., the leading provider of enterprise-class Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) solutions that drive performance, efficiency, and business value in physical infrastructure, today announced the iTRACS Customer Value Lifecycle(TM).

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The iTRACS Customer Value Lifecycle(TM) is a best-practices deployment methodology designed to help customers unleash continuous business value from their physical infrastructure and maximum return on their DCIM investment. Unlike deployment models that focus on discrete software launches or disruptive "big bang" moments, the Customer Value Lifecycle(TM) helps customers generate continuous, quantifiable business value from their enterprise infrastructure - from day one for as long as the customer is part of the iTRACS community.

The Lifecycle represents an aggregation of iTRACS' unparalleled domain expertise and knowledge base in the management and optimization of physical infrastructure. It delivers continuous incremental value by aligning and "architecting" the customer's infrastructure operations to the needs of the business; identifying and executing against a shared vision of the customer's goals; and creating a forum of proactive collaboration that openly and continuously democratizes information between key DCIM constituents within the organization - Data Center/IT, Facilities, and Building Management Systems. 

"DCIM, when leveraged to its full potential, offers a continuum of value delivery to the business," said Elizabeth Given, President and CEO of iTRACS.  "It's about generating transformational business value from the infrastructure continuously. Our DCIM portfolio, iTRACS Converged Physical Infrastructure Management(TM) (CPIM(TM)), delivers on this promise. It aligns enterprise infrastructure with the needs of the business, maximizes capacity and utilization, and enables operational agility across the entire IT ecosystem - not just once, but in a continuous cycle of innovation. The Customer Value Lifecycle(TM) provides a deployment methodology that's just as holistic and just as continuous."

The Lifecycle offers four interconnected phases in the implementation of the iTRACS CPIM(TM) portfolio - Discover, Plan, Empower, and Optimize. Each point of value builds upon the previous point of value, creating a continuously expanding cycle of infrastructure optimization.

"The Lifecycle adds measurable value at every stage of the DCIM engagement," said Ms. Given. "It's continuously focused on improving how infrastructure is seen, managed, and optimized to serve the business. It's always looking ahead, seeking new opportunities to support the business goals of the organization. If the infrastructure is stuck in neutral, then the business will inevitably be left behind. The Lifecycle enables the infrastructure agility essential to mitigating this risk."

The centerpiece of the Lifecycle is the customer's Value Enabled(TM) strategy, in which the customer aligns value delivery milestones to the goals of the DCIM initiative and works with iTRACS to achieve them. Each milestone is tracked with quantifiable business value measured and validated by the customer. The Value Enabled(TM) strategy is re-defined, re-measured, and re-validated continuously throughout the lifecycle of the iTRACS CPIM(TM) engagement.

About iTRACS

iTRACS Corporation is the leading provider of enterprise-class Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) solutions that drive efficiency, performance, cost savings, and strategic value in the data center. iTRACS' best-in-class portfolio, Converged Physical Infrastructure Management(TM) (CPIM(TM)), features the world's first and only holistic view of enterprise infrastructure using an interactive, navigable 3D environment. Interactive 3D Visualization - The Efficiency Engine(TM) unleashes new opportunities to create efficiency and business value in the design, management, and optimization of IT physical infrastructure. Today, iTRACS is being globally deployed in some of the world's most complex data centers and IT infrastructures, including four of the seven industry-recognized global leaders in data center design and management. iTRACS is proud to be included by Gartner as a 2011 Gartner Cool Vendor in Data Center Infrastructure Management. http://www.itracs.com.

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CONTACT: William Bloomstein, iTRACS, +1-617-721-9445, media@itracs.com

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

Vocalocity Customers Can Now Manage Their Business Communications System From iPhone and Android Devices

ATLANTA, Nov. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Vocalocity, the leading provider of cloud-based phone service for small business, announces the availability of iPhone and Android command and control functionality for its nearly fifteen thousand customers throughout the U.S.  Through the iPhone and Android applications, Vocalocity clients now have a real-time window into their office communications system anywhere they get a cellular signal.

"Our customers tell us that they are working harder and harder to keep up," says Wain Kellum, CEO at Vocalocity.  "We've responded by releasing these features designed to help them do more while being mobile and thus maintaining a better work-life balance.  Personally, I found the ability to drive our business's advanced, cloud-based phone system from the palm of my hand saves a great deal of time and displays the professional image customers appreciate."

At the core of the applications is the ability to access a real-time call monitoring dashboard screen from both the iPhone and Android smartphone.  The dashboard shows the activity of each extension, insuring the boss is never away.  Other features include the ability to play and delete voicemails and have an office number follow you anywhere.  Vocalocity subscribers can even make remote calls that will appear as though they are using their desk extension.

According to Vocalocity, the iPhone and Android apps also allow a business owner to view call logs from various extensions at any time on their smartphone as well as update user profiles within the hosted office phone system.  The app will even ring multiple numbers at one time, ensuring absolute coverage in the office.

The iPhone and Android applications are available through the App Store and the Android Market, respectively, and are free to Vocalocity customers.  Find out more at http://www.vocalocity.com/vocalocity-mobile. To learn more about how a cloud-based business communications system from Vocalocity can improve your competitive edge, call 877.VOCALOCITY (877-862-2562) or visit http://www.vocalocity.com.

About Vocalocity

Vocalocity is a cloud-based voice solutions provider with services and support especially tuned to help small businesses grow.  Vocalocity ensures higher quality conversations through proprietary technology that differentiates its service from traditional VoIP providers.  With cloud-based connectivity, businesses can work from anywhere while enjoying features that deliver large enterprise visibility and functionality.  Vocalocity serves nearly 15,000 customers through U.S.-based call centers and provides features at half the traditional costs while never requiring a contract.  The privately held company was founded in 2005. Vocalocity and its subsidiary Aptela are based in Atlanta.  For more information, visit http://www.vocalocity.com.

SOURCE  Vocalocity

Vocalocity

CONTACT: Tony Carter, For Vocalocity, +1-404-316-0201, media@vocalocity.com

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

St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf Launches First HIPAA-Compliant, Internet-Based Spoken Language Therapy for Deaf Children

Groundbreaking E-Learning Program Creates Access to Spoken Language Therapies for Children with Hearing Impairment in Rural Areas

ST. LOUIS, Nov. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --  A groundbreaking Internet learning program could revolutionize speech and language therapy for children with hearing impairments. Launched by the St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf (SJI) - an institution with a 175-year history of innovation in deaf education - iHear is the world's first e-learning program created with optimum security measures to ensure privacy and compliance with federal HIPAA regulations and educational FERPA regulations.

"iHear gives families in rural areas the choice to pursue their child's development of auditory and speech skills without the burdens of extensive travel and cost," says Deborah Wilson, president of SJI. "This access to spoken-language therapy opens the doors for children with hearing impairments to remain on grade-level with their peers in a traditional school environment, allowing them to develop the necessary communication skills for independence into adulthood."

Students and their families are already witnessing the benefits of iHear's effectiveness. In trials, all of the eligible children using iHear ages 0-6 have increased their standardized test scores after 6-12 months of iHear therapy.

The platform's comprehensive, personalized teaching program allows children with a range of hearing impairments - from cochlear implant recipients to hearing aid users - to work one-on-one with SJI-trained listening and spoken language specialists through web cameras and integrated online, interactive, digital lesson plans. Through ongoing assessment and evaluation, therapists can identify and implement individualized best practices for each student to close age-level language development gaps.

Essential to the program's success is its collaborative coaching model in which a parent or educator serves as a co-participant in each iHear session. Tips and exercises used during therapy then can be reinforced between sessions to help strengthen the child's hearing and speech.

"The iHear program has helped me become an active participant in my son's speech and language development," describes Linda Henke, mother to 6-year-old Auston. "Hearing my son say 'I love you' is priceless."

The iHear program can also significantly impact the ability of mainstream schools to serve children with hearing impairments. Its collaborative coaching model can help stabilize special education staffing from year-to-year, particularly in areas where the availability of professionals trained in developing language skills through listening is limited.

"The potential for iHear to transform the deaf education community is astounding," says Wilson. "We are eager to see how the program continues to expand and reach children with hearing impairments."

For those interested in learning more about iHear, SJI will host a symposium in St. Louis, Mo., on Nov. 11, which will also be accessible online. For more information, visit http://www.ihearlearning.org.

About St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf

As one of the world's premier institutions for deaf education, St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf (SJI) has a 175-year history of helping children with hearing loss. SJI is committed to the auditory-oral education, spiritual and emotional growth, and personal development of hearing-impaired children and young adults without discrimination, reflecting the values and traditions of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet. Founded in St. Louis and with campuses in Kansas City and Indianapolis, all SJI teachers and therapists are certified in either deaf education or speech pathology, with many having advanced degrees and national certification as Listening and Spoken Language Specialists. For more information about St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf: http://www.sjid.org

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St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf

CONTACT: Cheryl Broekelmann of St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf, +1-636-532-2672, cbroekelmann@sjid.org; or Rebecca Muehling, +1-314-982-8709, Rebecca.Muehling@fleishman.com, for St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf

Web Site: http://www.sjid.org

Iomega Completes New Line of Hard Drives for the Mac With Launch of Iomega eGo Mac Edition Portable Hard Drive

SAN DIEGO, Nov. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --

Three Drives Offer Something for Every User of Mac Notebooks & Desktops:

    --  256-Bit Hardware Encryption Keeps Files Secure
    --  Desktop Drive Delivers Quick Charge for Your iPad
    --  Up to 3TB on the Desktop, and up to 1TB for New Portable Models
    --  All Three Mac Drives Include Bundled Iomega Protection Suite With
        Mac-Specific Software

Iomega, an EMC company (NYSE: EMC) and a global leader in data protection, today announced the completion of its new Mac-oriented hard drive line with the launch of the new Iomega® eGo(TM) Mac Edition Portable Hard Drive, an on-the-go stylish drive with plenty of storage that can withstand drops and still travel easily in a pocketbook or briefcase.

Combined with the recent launches of the Iomega® Helium Portable Hard Drive and the Iomega® Mac Companion Hard Drive, Iomega now has a complete new line of portable and desktop hard drives for Mac users.  All three new drives are formatted HFS+ for compatibility with Mac computers right out of the box, making them perfect complements to today's Apple notebooks and desktops.

"Iomega's new line of hard drives for the Mac gives enthusiasts everything they need in versatile, high performance storage," said Jonathan Huberman, president of Iomega Corporation.   "The new rugged Iomega eGo Mac Edition Portable Hard Drive and the compact Iomega Helium Portable Hard Drive are ideal for mobile users, creative professionals and digital enthusiasts who demand a stylish and sure way to store, share and backup all of the files on their Mac computers.  On the desktop, the stylish Mac Companion Hard Drive delivers plenty of storage and interface options as well as a first-of-its-kind quick charge for an iPad.  All three of these new Iomega hard drives are compatible with Mac Lion OS and Time Machine, giving Mac users the form and function they want as well as the peace of mind that their data is safe and can be automatically backed up."

Two Well-Rounded Portable Hard Drives for Mac Users

Available in 500GB* and 1TB** capacities, the new black Iomega eGo Mac Edition Portable Hard Drive has two FireWire 800 ports and one USB 2.0 port for fast performance and versatile connections.  The eGo Mac Edition Portable Hard Drive includes a Drop Guard(TM) Case to help protect the drive from drops of up to seven feet.  The eGo Mac Edition Portable Hard Drive requires no external power supply, and comes complete with three cables: one USB 2.0 cable, one FireWire 800 cable, and one FireWire 800-FireWire 400 adaptor cable.

Available in 500GB and 1TB capacities, the new Iomega Helium Portable Hard Drive has one USB 2.0 port and a durable aluminum case, giving mobile users and others peace-of-mind when traveling with their Iomega Helium Portable Hard Drive.  The Helium Portable Hard Drive requires no external power supply, and comes complete with one USB 2.0 cable.

One Powerful Desktop Hard Drive

Available in 2TB and 3TB capacities, the new Iomega Mac Companion Hard Drive utilizes a fast 7200 RPM 3.5-inch hard drive in a space-saving design that fits perfectly on the base of the Apple iMac or an Apple monitor. Adding peripheral devices to your Apple computer is no problem with the Mac Companion Hard Drive.  The stylish silver and black drive includes two FireWire 800 ports, one USB 2.0 port and a two port integrated USB 2.0 hub that lets you connect multiple devices such as a printer or other external storage device.  The Mac Companion Hard Drive doesn't require the user to buy extra cables - the drive comes complete with one FireWire 800, one conversion FireWire 400-800, and one USB 2.0 cable

Of the many features included with the Mac Companion Hard Drive, Mac users may most appreciate the first-of-its-kind high powered USB charging port for their iPad, iPhone or iPod.  (Apple portable products sold separately.)  The charging port is a high-powered 2.1 Amp hookup that makes it easy and convenient to charge your iPad and other portable Apple devices so they're ready to go when you are. ***

The new Iomega Mac Companion Hard Drive is the only major branded external HFS+ Mac desktop hard drive on the market today that incorporates a high powered Apple device charging port and a two-port USB 2.0 hub.

Three Drives + Plenty of Software = Total Solutions

Unlike many competing hard drives, the new eGo Mac Edition Portable Hard Drive, as well as the Helium Portable Hard Drive and the Mac Companion Hard Drive, all boast local and online backup, as well as encryption and anti-virus software:

    --  256-bit AES encryption keeps files on your drive safe from prying eyes.
    --  The Iomega Protection Suite, a comprehensive offering of powerful Mac
        software that includes:
        --  Iomega® QuikProtect for simple scheduled file-level backup.
        --  MozyHome(TM) Online Backup for convenient online backup of up to 2GB
            free.
        --  A free 12-month subscription of Trend Micro(TM) Smart Surfing for
            Mac allows users to shop, bank and surf online while staying safe
            from attacks to your identity and confidential information.

Availability and Warranty

The new Iomega® eGo(TM) Mac Edition Portable Hard Drive is available worldwide in a 500GB model and a 1TB model. The new Iomega® Helium Portable Hard Drive is available worldwide in a 500GB model and a 1TB model.  The new Iomega® Mac Companion Hard Drive is available worldwide in a 2TB model and a 3TB model.

The Iomega Mac Companion Hard Drive and the Iomega Helium Portable Hard Drive are now available at Apple stores; the Iomega eGo Mac Edition Portable Hard Drive will be available at Apple Stores later this month.  All three products are also available or will be available at other select retailers and etailers worldwide.

All three products include a three-year warranty with registration.

For more information about Iomega storage products, please go to http://www.iomega.com.

About EMC

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

About Iomega

Iomega is a worldwide leader of innovative storage solutions for small businesses, distributed enterprises, home offices, and consumers. A wholly-owned subsidiary of EMC, the world's premier information infrastructure technology provider, Iomega has shipped more than 14 million terabytes of storage since its inception in 1980. Today, Iomega's portfolio includes industry-leading network attached storage solutions that utilize world class EMC storage and security technologies as well as Iomega's Personal Cloud technology; one of the industry's broadest selections of portable and desktop hard drives; multimedia drives that make it easy to view video and Internet content in the living room; and the one-of-a-kind Iomega® SuperHero(TM) Backup & Charger for iPhone. To learn more go to http://www.iomega.com. Resellers worldwide can visit http://www.ioclub.net.

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

*1 GB = 1,000,000,000 bytes

**1TB = 1,000,000,000,000 bytes

*** For the fastest charge, the Mac Companion Hard Drive must be connected to the computer via FireWire rather than USB 2.0.

© 2011 Iomega Corporation. All rights reserved.  Iomega, Drop Guard, and SuperHero are trademarks or registered trademarks of Iomega Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. EMC, MozyHome, and LifeLine are trademarks or registered trademarks of EMC Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders.

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EMC Corporation

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

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

FreeCause and CheckPoints Introduce Expanded Way for Consumers to Earn Points While Shopping

Interactive technology helps users save at thousands of top online retailers

BOSTON, Nov. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- FreeCause and CheckPoints announced today the introduction of an innovative new RewardsBar and eMarket, designed to change the way consumers earn and redeem reward points.  The CheckPoints RewardsBar expands CheckPoints mobile offering into the traditional web space, rewarding users' shopping online and web searches in addition to notification of exclusive discounts. The RewardsBar is integrated with the CheckPoints eMarket, providing users with access to exclusive savings from thousands of top online retailers including Macys, Buy.com, and Staples.

As the world's premier mobile shopper network, CheckPoints engages consumers for interacting with brands in the aisles of stores. Consumers use their phones as a tool to earn loyalty points with no purchase necessary. Upon checking into a store, users are alerted of featured products, and can earn points by locating and scanning those products. CheckPoints is available and works in over a million U.S. retail locations. Featured products are sourced from brand partners including Kimberley Clark, Belkin, Energizer, Kraft, Levi's, Nestle, Proctor & Gamble, and Tyson Foods, among others.

"CheckPoints makes it easy for consumers to earn rewards as part of their daily routine," said Todd Dipaola, President and Co-founder of CheckPoints. "Our partnership with Rakuten's FreeCause expands that value for consumers, who can now earn great rewards from their own homes or offices while they shop online." 

The CheckPoints RewardsBar and eMarket is the most recent launch for FreeCause in the loyalty industry. "Our mission at FreeCause is to create innovative technology that enables consumers to be rewarded for their online activity," said Michael Jaconi, CEO of FreeCause. "CheckPoints is one of the fastest growing loyalty programs in the US and we are thrilled to integrate our technology into their program. Our suite of revolutionary points earning tools will now enable their members to earn CheckPoints for their everyday online search and shopping behavior."

The new CheckPoints RewardsBar and eMarket can found at http://mall.checkpoints.com/download.

About FreeCause

FreeCause is a full service technology and marketing firm that develops and enhances loyalty rewards programs for major brands, airlines, hotels, sports teams and social games. Headquartered in Boston, MA, FreeCause offers a comprehensive portfolio of market-leading technology and expertise that allows organizations to accelerate lasting, profitable relationships with their customers and supporters. With more than 20 million subscribers, the FreeCause advanced loyalty and engagement solutions drive user behavior and strengthen brand loyalty while simultaneously generating new revenue streams for organizations through an extensive network of merchants and partners. FreeCause is a wholly owned subsidiary of Rakuten, Inc. (JASDAQ: 4755).

About Rakuten

Rakuten, Inc. (JASDAQ: 4755), is one of the world's leading Internet service companies, providing a variety of consumer and business-focused services including e-commerce, travel, banking, securities, credit card, e-money, portal & media, online marketing and professional sports. Rakuten is expanding globally and currently has operations throughout Asia, Western Europe, and the Americas. Founded in 1997, Rakuten is headquartered in Tokyo, with over 10,000 employees worldwide. For more information, visit http://global.rakuten.com/group.

About CheckPoints

CheckPoints operates the world's largest mobile shopper network, reaching over 15 million shoppers as they make purchase decisions in-store. CheckPoints' consumer engagements deliver brands' messages to shoppers when it matters most - while selecting products to buy - increasing purchase intent more than 400%. CheckPoints powers the successful CheckPoints shopping app with over 1 Million users. Clients include Proctor and Gamble, Unilever, Nestle, Belkin, Energizer, Seventh Generation, and Tyson Foods. For more information, please visit http://CheckPoints.com.

SOURCE  FreeCause

FreeCause

CONTACT: Tom Guenette, Director of Marketing & Public Relations, FreeCause, +1-617-502-8935, tom.guenette@freecause.com, or Dave Heinzinger, Director of Communications, CheckPoints, +1-917-698-9144, dheinzinger@checkpoints.com

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

Microsoft Empowers the Artist in Everyone With "The Art of Touch"

Sweepstakes and competition accompany Microsoft Hardware launch of art project.

REDMOND, Wash., Nov. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --  Microsoft Corp. is encouraging artistic creativity through the launch of an international art project called "The Art of Touch," at http://www.artoftouch.com, inspired by the Microsoft family of Touch mice consisting of the Microsoft Touch Mouse, Microsoft Arc Touch Mouse and Microsoft Explorer Touch Mouse. These three unique mice raise the bar on innovation and customer experience. Visitors to the site can easily create original works of art with a palette of brushes and effects built into the application. Art created with the palette may be submitted, easily shared with their social networks and voted on, allowing the artist with the most votes to be awarded the grand prize of "featured artist" status on the Art of Touch website.

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With the Art of Touch palette, people have access to an exclusive set of digital brushes and effects to create art in a modern Web browser using their mouse. Three brushes produce a ribbon, smoke or streak and, initially, five different effects can be added to each stroke with the click, swipe or flick of a mouse. Some of the effects include starbursts, trees, ribbons and splats. New effects will debut throughout the campaign, along with special effects created by featured generative artists, Erik Natzke, Dr. Woohoo! and Marius Watz. The canvas feature of HTML5 is combined with JavaScript libraries to draw the strokes and computer-generated animations in real time in the Web browser.

"We wanted to reinvigorate the magic of technology in a dynamic and new way by redefining what a mouse can create, and we welcome everyone to contribute to the communal canvas," said Francois Ruault, senior director of marketing for Microsoft Hardware. "People can further their experience on the Art of Touch website by learning about the Microsoft family of Touch mice."

This evening at the Microsoft Store at University Village in Seattle, the Art of Touch project will launch with Watz demonstrating the Art of Touch palette. Those people attending will be among the first to contribute their original artwork to the Art of Touch website, with the intention that the artwork will be an ever-evolving community masterpiece. In addition, they can save and repurpose their creations for customized items such as desktop wallpaper, postcards or design covers for electronic devices, and they can even print them on canvas.

"Programming has been my creative outlet since age 11, so I'm excited to work with Microsoft to give people the chance to express themselves through code and create something beautiful," said Watz, who is known for his abstract and colorful compositions and has been publishing his work online since 1996.

The Art of Touch Sweepstakes

Each eligible person who creates a work of art using The Art of Touch palette can save and tag it with their name and location, and then share it online and through their social networks, where they can earn votes to win prizes in The Art of Touch Sweepstakes. Each vote for an art submission will count as one raffle ticket, encouraging people to vote often for favorite collages while increasing their chances to win a variety of prizes from Microsoft. From Nov. 10, 2011, to Feb. 4, 2012, Microsoft will give away prizes in a weekly drawing. Participants will have the chance to win Microsoft Touch mice, Windows 7-based PCs and other prizes that will feature their artwork. Complete sweepstakes rules are available at https://www.artoftouch.com/en-us/rules.

Be a Featured Artist Competition

The person whose artwork gets the most votes by Dec. 31, 2011, will be awarded the grand prize of "featured artist" status on the Art of Touch website alongside the three prestigious artists and will receive a bundle of free gear, including a Windows 7-based PC and a Microsoft Touch Mouse. Additional details and complete rules are available at https://www.artoftouch.com/en-us/#/win/featured.

About Microsoft Hardware

For 29 years, the Hardware Group has employed innovative engineering, cutting-edge industrial design and extensive usability testing to create products of exceptional quality and durability that enhance the software experience and strengthen the connection between consumers and their PC. Microsoft Hardware leads the industry in ergonomic engineering, industrial design and hardware/software compatibility, offering consumers an easier, more convenient and more enjoyable computing experience. More information about Microsoft Hardware is available at http://www.microsoft.com/hardware and http://www.microsofthardwareblog.com.

About Microsoft

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (Nasdaq: MSFT) is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential.

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Microsoft Corp.

CONTACT: Kelly Enstrom, Edelman, +1-206-268-2281, kelly.enstrom@edelman.com

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

Scribble Technologies Raises $4 Million in Series a Funding With Lead Investor Summerhill Venture Partners

TORONTO, November 10, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

           Live blogging and real-time content market leader looks to

                         aggressively drive growth

    Scribble Technologies Inc., the world leader in real-time content
publishing and delivery, today announced that it has raised $4 million in
new financing led by Summerhill Venture Partners
[http://www.summerhillvp.com ].

    Additionally, Scribble is now working with four out of the top five news
agencies in the world on innovative uses of the flagship service,
ScribbleLive [http://www.scribblelive.com ](TM). "It is very exciting to
have The Associated Press, The Press Association, Agencia EFE and Thomson
Reuters place such confidence in our company, and we are looking forward to
helping them drive their real-time content plans in 2012," said Michael De
Monte, Scribble's chief executive officer.

    The financing reflects the rapid emergence of the real-time content and
publishing marketplace, and how a growing number of news organizations is
driving engagement and readership by delivering breaking news as it happens.

    "We are delighted to be partnering with Summerhill to bring to market
the next step of the evolution of live blogging," De Monte said. "Today's
funding news marks the first major investment in live blogging, which
validates the demand consumers have for real-time content as global events
unfold."

    Scribble will use the proceeds from the financing to strengthen its
market position and aggressively expand its sales, marketing and software
development activities. Rogers Ventures [http://www.rogersventures.com ], an
existing early stage investor, also participated in the financing.

    "Scribble's live blogging platform is providing the world's leading
media companies with a robust way to meet the growing demands for real-time
coverage of news and events," said Gary Rubinoff, managing partner with
Summerhill. "We are excited to be partnering with the talented team at
Scribble as they continue to develop innovative real-time web solutions for
their expanding customer base."

    Scribble offers a robust, flexible and powerful real-time content
publishing platform that lets media companies and large organizations such
as Mashable, the New York Daily News, CBS Sports and Sky News deliver
timely, relevant and engaging content. Scribble is attracting a growing
portfolio of customers looking for new ways to achieve a competitive edge
and stronger relationships with customers.

    The financing will also allow Scribble to accelerate the growth of its
LiveArticle(TM) service, which represents the next evolution of
live-blogging. It enables news organizations to create a real-time news
article that summarizes an ongoing event. LiveArticle can feature multiple
contributors and includes photos, videos, audio files and social media
content.

    About Scribble Technologies

    ScribbleLive is a real-time content publishing and delivery platform
used by a growing number of the world's largest news organizations to
deliver enhanced coverage, drive engagement and create new revenue
opportunities.

    Driven by the growing demand for real-time news and event coverage,
Scribble Technologies has established itself as a market leader by providing
news organizations with a robust, flexible and powerful platform, which
powers live blogging, real-time journalism and progressive storytelling.

    Scribble Technologies is a privately-owned company headquartered in
Toronto, Canada.

    About Summerhill Venture Partners

    Summerhill Venture Partners is an early stage, thesis driven venture
capital firm focused on unique white space and converged opportunities
within the wireless, digital media, and software sectors. Summerhill
currently manages a US$175 million fund from offices in Toronto and Boston.
http://www.summerhillvp.com.

    About Rogers Ventures

    Rogers Ventures is the venture capital arm of Rogers Communications. Its
mandate is to invest in broadband enabled wire-line and wireless companies
with a focus on mobile finance, machine-to-machine, cloud computing, and
mobile advertising technologies. For more information visit
http://www.rogersventures.com.

   
    For further information:
    Press Contact:
    Carlos Mangandy
    The Hoffman Agency [http://www.hoffman.com  ] for Scribble Technologies
    Inc.
    +1(408)286-2611
    cmangandy@hoffman.com

Source: Scribble Technologies Inc

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Audials One 9 is now Filling Every Cloud With Free Music, Videos and Films

KARLSRUHE, Germany, November 10, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    Owners of smartphones, tablets, netbooks, game consoles, PCs and many
other internet-enabled devices can save themselves the trouble of moving
media files around by using so-called cloud storage. With its Version 9, the
leading Windows software programme for legally providing cost-free music,
videos and films, Audials One is now loading a whole range of clouds with
the best entertainment in the correct file format for any device.

    Audials One 9 has all of the most important clouds on board

    The user simply has to enter his cloud login once in Audials One 9 in
order to have direct access to the contents of Strato HiDrive, Telekom
Cloud, Amazon Cloud Drive, Dropbox, Tunesbag, MP3tunes and many other cloud
storage services. Audials presents the media on both the PC and the cloud
together in a single, concise library organized by artist, genre and album.
Music and videos can be downloaded or uploaded to clouds with a few clicks
of the mouse and streamed directly from the cloud.

    10,000,000 pieces of music, 870,000 music albums, 570,000 artists and
60,000 internet radio stations

    The number of radio stations whose music can be recorded without
advertisements or moderation in Audials One 9 has risen to 60,000. By
simultaneously monitoring thousands of internet radio stations, Audials One
9 can find the right station in less than a minute and legally record the
music requested in a wish list for free, as an MP3-, WMA or AAC file. Now
samplers can also be created using the existing option of making targeted,
automatic recordings of music by genre, artist, album and title. This means
that Audials One 9 now has the largest software-integrated database for
music recording.

    Specialized in recording streaming audio

    Music played on Simfy, Last.fm, Spotify, Grooveshark and many other
streaming services or flat rate music services can be recorded using Audials
One 9 and saved as high-quality files in any audio format together with ID3
tags, album art and lyrics.

    The magic button for video recording

    Audials One 9 can be used to make the highest quality recordings of
internet video clips, documentaries and episodes of TV series from media
libraries or of movies via on-demand streaming from online video rental
sites. As though by magic, the new version adds a record button next to the
video or in the streaming player, making it possible to record the
respective content and save it in the correct file format and appropriate
resolution for any media player. Compared with other software such as the
popular RealPlayer, there are no limits on the recording capabilities in
Audials One 9 and it can therefore record any kind of video and film.

    New user interfaces and many other new features await the user

    The controls have been completely redesigned and the interface can be
switched to display different colour themes. The new Audials One 9 offers an
astonishing array of other innovations and improvements in its radio, music
search, music request, music television, podcast, audio and video streaming,
converter, DVD ripping and media library functions.

    Now available at Audials.com and in the German retail sector

    Audials One 9 is available at a suggested retail price of EUR59.90.
Audials One 9 is available on the Audials.com website as a download at an
introductory price of EUR49.90.

    About RapidSolution

    RapidSolution Software AG is a leading provider of entertainment
software. Audials One, Audials Radiotracker, Audials Tunebite, Audials
Moviebox and Audials Mediaraptor are available online at Audials.com or in
international specialist stores. Audials software is optimised for the
Windows 7, Vista and XP operating systems.

   
    RapidSolution Software AG
    Norman F. Forderer
    Erbrpinzenstrasse 27
    76133 Karlsruhe
    presse@audials.com
    Fax: +49-72166338819
    Phone: +49-7216633880

Source: RapidSolution Software AG

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Broadcom Introduces New Wi-Fi Module Bringing Wireless Connectivity to an Array of Previously Non-Networked Devices

Opens Doors for Wi-Fi Adoption in Emerging Markets Including Connected Appliances, Smart Energy Systems and Cloud-based Health and Home Management Services

IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --

News Highlights

    --  Self-contained Wi-Fi subsystem with embedded processor, a streamlined
        and simple connectivity API and complete software development
        environment allows manufacturers to incorporate wireless connectivity
        into a broad range of products that previously did not feature
        networking capability
    --  Breakthrough "self-hosted" Wi-Fi and networking software stack
        eliminates impact on host processor to manage connectivity in
        resource-constrained devices
    --  Platform enables simplified Wi-Fi integration in MCU-based systems and
        creates new opportunities for Wi-Fi proliferation into emerging markets

Broadcom Corporation (NASDAQ: BRCM), a global innovation leader in semiconductor solutions for wired and wireless communications, today unveiled its new Wireless Internet Connectivity for Embedded Devices (WICED) platform (pronounced "wik-id"). The new module eases development effort and simplifies the implementation of Wi-Fi connectivity in an array of consumer devices, especially those with no current networking support. Visit Broadcom.com for more news on wireless connectivity.

The new Wi-Fi module, featuring the Broadcom® BCM4319 wireless LAN MAC/baseband/radio, includes an embedded processor and unique "self-hosted" Wi-Fi networking library and software application stack, allowing manufacturers to easily integrate wireless connectivity into any MCU based consumer product. WICED-based modules enable the addition of secure, interoperable Wi-Fi functionality via a simple serial port using a basic command set that does not require any significant changes in product micro-controller architectures.

The WICED platform enables Wi-Fi in several emerging markets including connected appliances, smart energy systems, and cloud-based health and home management services.

    --  Home Appliances:  When WICED is integrated into appliances such as
        washing machines and air conditioners, users can monitor energy
        consumption and control the products either at home or remotely.
    --  Consumer Electronics:  WICED modules can be easily designed into
        portable consumer electronics like digital cameras and audio products
        for file sharing and access to internet-based storage and applications.
    --  Cloud-Based Services:  Because of its low power and small size, WICED
        solutions can be built into sensors and monitors for remote and
        cloud-based healthcare, fitness and security capabilities.

Modules based on Broadcom's WICED platform are now shipping to top tier appliance OEMs and makers of monitoring and control electronics.

Product Highlights/Key Facts:

    --  WICED leverages Broadcom's advanced Wi-Fi technology and products. Key
        product features and benefits include:
        --  The BCM4319 single-chip 802.11a/b/g /n solution, with radio, MAC,
            baseband and integrated power amplifier (PA). A complete development
            kit with software debugger, compiler and test board is also
            available.
        --  Easy-to-use software development and applications library with an
            innovative application programming interface (API) that reduces
            development complexity required to access and utilize advanced Wi-Fi
            capabilities.
        --  Serial-to-Wi-Fi API enables high-speed TCP/IP throughput of greater
            than 20 megabits per second that enables advanced applications and
            support for key I/O interfaces, including USB, UART, SPI and SDIO.
        --  Built-in support for Wi-Fi Direct and Wi-Fi Protected Set-up allow
            end users to get connected simply and securely.

Quotes:

Sam Lucero, Practice Director M2MABI Research

"There are two important 'smart' networks under development, one that connects homes to power grids and other networks, and another that connects electric devices within the home. Broadcom's WICED platform leverages the advantages of secure, interoperable Wi-Fi home networks and smartphone connections while simplifying its integration into these devices. This approach supports the advantages for appliance manufacturers, utilities, and consumers by accelerating the capabilities of connected home networks worldwide and enabling a greener planet."

Brian Bedrosian, Product Line Director, Embedded Wireless Local Area NetworksBroadcom Corporation

"The spectacular growth of smartphones with Wi-Fi is providing constant consumer connectivity which is enabling the emergence of connected appliances, in-home medical monitoring and 'Cloud' based connected services for home and lifestyle management.  As the undisputed leader in connectivity for consumer electronic devices, Broadcom is ideally positioned to drive this next wave of innovation. By making it easy to access ubiquitous Wi-Fi networks in homes and businesses around the world, Broadcom's WICED platform will help make these new connected applications a reality."

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About Broadcom

Broadcom Corporation (NASDAQ: BRCM), a FORTUNE 500® company, is a global leader and innovator in semiconductor solutions for wired and wireless communications. Broadcom® products seamlessly deliver voice, video, data and multimedia connectivity in the home, office and mobile environments. With the industry's broadest portfolio of state-of-the-art system-on-a-chip and embedded software solutions, Broadcom is changing the world by Connecting everything®. For more information, go to http://www.broadcom.com.

Broadcom®, the pulse logo, Connecting everything® and the Connecting everything logo are among the trademarks of Broadcom Corporation and/or its affiliates in the United States, certain other countries and/or the EU.  Any other trademarks or trade names mentioned are the property of their respective owners.

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McDonald's® USA Announces the Launch of its Official Spanish-Language Twitter Handle, @MeEncanta, to Engage with Latino Followers

Spanish-tweeting consumers following @MeEncanta have direct access to information on McDonald's menu, exclusive promotions and community events - all in Espanol!

OAK BROOK, Ill., Nov. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- McDonald's USA is expanding its social media strategy with the launch of @MeEncanta, McDonald's official Twitter handle focused on its growing number of Spanish-tweeting fans living in the U.S. The new social media channel offers followers the latest news about McDonald's menu, exclusive promotions, as well as information on the company's different initiatives to support the community in the areas of education, music and sports.

(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20111110/LA03194LOGO)

"Hispanics are social by nature, and one of the most active social media users group. Launching our Spanish-language Twitter page was a natural step for McDonald's as we continue to build lasting relationships with our online consumers," said Cristina Alfaro, external communications manager, McDonald's USA. "Twitter is a wonderful way to listen to our followers, participate in the conversation, and lead with timely information about the things they care about, including access to college workshops; music and sporting events; fun giveaways and promotional events exclusive for @MeEncanta followers," continued Alfaro, a guest speaker at PR News' Twitter Conference in Las Vegas on Nov. 10.

The new Twitter handle is managed by McDonald's national Hispanic PR agency of record, VPE Public Relations, and overseen by McDonald's communication and social media teams.

About McDonald's

McDonald's USA, LLC, is the leading foodservice provider in the United States serving a variety of wholesome foods made from quality ingredients to more than 26 million customers every day. Nearly 90 percent of McDonald's 14,000 U.S. restaurants are independently owned and operated by local business men and women. Customers can now log online for free at any of the 11,500 participating Wi-Fi enabled McDonald's U.S. restaurants. For more information, visit http://www.mcdonalds.com or follow us on Twitter (@McDonalds, @MeEncanta) and Facebook (Facebook.com/McDonalds) for updates on our business, promotions and products.

(c) 2011 McDonald's

SOURCE  McDonald's USA, LLC

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McDonald's USA, LLC

CONTACT: Cristina Alfaro, McDonald's USA, +1-630-623-6432, cristina.alfaro@mcd.us.com; Alicia Lopez, VPE Public Relations, +1-626-403-3200, ext. 217, alicia@vpepr.com

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

MP4SLS Announces Launch of OraStream Digital Long Play (DLP) App

OraStream Allows Listeners to Enjoy Full Range Streaming Audio on a Variety of Devices Without Frustrating Delays Due to Buffering

SINGAPORE, Nov. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- MP4SLS, a Singapore-based company dedicated to reshaping the delivery of digital audio entertainment, today announced the launch of a new digital audio format that allows listeners to experience high-resolution streaming audio via smartphones and tablets, without concern for delays due to buffering and other anomalies associated with limited bandwidth.

Dubbed OraStream, the new technology allows for Digital Long Play apps (DLP), which feature a miniscule digital "footprint" of only 300 Kb to 1MB, delivering a combination of high-fidelity audio streams that adapt streaming rates based on observed network conditions. The result is a seamless listening experience with high-resolution audio files that are adjusted as network conditions dictate, without the end-user missing a beat. A demo DLP featuring selections from Concord Music Groups is available at http://www.OraStream.com/downloads.

Renowned Producer, Engineer, and Technologist, Elliot Mazer, describes the DLP app as a critical breakthrough that comes at a time when the market for physical media continues to cede popularity to streaming audio services.

"Music is and will always be an important part of our lives, but the way we access and listen to music continues to evolve," says Mazer. "Advanced, high performance formats such as DVD and even Blu-ray are becoming extinct as increasing numbers of consumers turn to their smartphones, tablets and other network-ready devices as primary audio sources."

Adds Mazer: "With this shift, we're finding that companies that stream music need to play catch-up when it comes to improving the sonics of their current offerings, which often sound as bad as background music in a shopping mall. OraStream solves the problem by making it easy and practical to offer high-resolution audio streams without having to force consumers to store excessively large files on their devices. It's a breakthrough that is long overdue."

OraStream is based on the MPEG-4 Scalable-to-Lossless System (SLS) audio codec, which allows for fine-grain scalable to lossless audio compression method. An adaptive streaming server delivers MPEG-4 (.mp4sls) audio files in real time over the Internet and mobile networks via a common HTTP protocol.

When the streaming server detects the coding algorithms of the bit streams, it "truncates" the appropriate streaming rate depending on network connectivity conditions. The adaptive streaming server works with existing, standard HTTP web servers without affecting other functions.

Limited-Time Concord Music Sampler

In an effort to demonstrate to audio providers and music fans the myriad benefits of OraStream, MP4SLS is offering a free collection of music from the Concord Music Group, featuring a mix of Jazz, Rock, Pop, R&B and more. Music fans need only to download the OraStream Demo DLP from the iTunes and Android app stores. (Mac users can also download the Demo DLP for Mac OS by visiting http://www.OraStream.com/downloads. The offer runs from today through December 31, 2012.

Comments MP4SLS CEO and Co-founder Frankie Tan: "The idea for OraStream came from a personal desire to enjoy full-range audio on a variety of devices without the disruption caused by buffering large files. I am immensely proud of this technology because it restores the sonic integrity of music to mobile devices without sacrificing the details and nuances that are essential elements of the listening experience."

About MP4SLS Pte Ltd.

MP4SLS is committed to reshaping music delivery by making digital audio a more enriching and satisfying experience for the end-user. Its OraStream technology accomplishes the goal of making digital audio available in a highly efficient manner that restores full-range fidelity, offering unprecedented value and appeal for listeners and digital music services alike. For more information, visit http://www.mp4sls.com or contact Adam Sohmer; Sohmer Associates, LLC; 347-497-4965; adam@sohmerassoc.com.

SOURCE  MP4SLS Pte Ltd.

MP4SLS Pte Ltd.

Web Site: http://www.mp4sls.com

Common Sense Media and AT&T Join Forces in First-of-its-Kind Agreement to Bring Parents Safety Tools and 'Family Friendly' Content Ratings for Mobile Apps, Video, Games and More

WASHINGTON, Nov. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Common Sense Media and AT&T* today announced a first-of-its-kind agreement to help AT&T's more than 100 million wireless customers get the information they need - up front - to manage mobile content in a way that's best for families. With new research indicating that more than half of all children have access to smartphones or tablet devices at home, the agreement continues AT&T's tradition of helping parents stay educated on important safety tips and information.

Looking ahead, Common Sense Media and AT&T will collaborate on a variety of fronts, including opportunities to incorporate Common Sense reviews and ratings into AT&T services. In the interim, customers can access the Common Sense mobile application from their smartphone to get up-to-date expert reviews, ratings and recommendations for parents - tailored by age and stage - for more than 15,000 titles of media spanning movies, video games, music and more.

"Mobile devices are a fantastic way for kids to stay connected with their parents, collaborate with their peers, and explore the world; but with that kind of power comes responsibility. With so many choices available, parents need real guidance to help them surface high quality and appropriate apps for their kids," said Amy Guggenheim Shenkan, President and COO of Common Sense Media. "We're pleased to have the support of a mobile leader like AT&T and look forward to collaborating on a variety of efforts to ensure parents have resources and information they need to help their family use these devices safely and smartly."

"Providing our customers with the tools they need to make the right decision for their family about content, services and more is important to us," said Mark Collins, senior vice president, Data and Voice Products, AT&T Mobility and Consumer Markets. "We have a long history of providing parents with the education and information they need to make the best choices for their families, and our collaboration with Common Sense Media continues this commitment."

For more information on AT&T's efforts and tools available for family and parent education, please visit http://www.att.com/SmartControls.

*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.

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. All other marks contained herein are the property of their respective owners.

About Common Sense Media

Common Sense Media is dedicated to improving the lives of kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in a world of media and technology. We exist because our kids are growing up in a culture that profoundly impacts their physical, social, and emotional well-being. We provide families with the advice and media reviews they need in order to make the best choices for their children. Through our education programs and policy efforts, Common Sense Media empowers parents, educators, and young people to become knowledgeable and responsible digital citizens. For more information, go to: http://www.commonsense.org.

SOURCE  AT&T Inc.

AT&T Inc.

CONTACT: Serena Thomas, AT&T Corporate Communications, +1-314-982-0554, st1566@att.com

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

KODAK Gallery Introduces Personalized Photo Calendars

KODAK Gallery adds new features: creating more flexible customer tools enabling highly customized products

EMERYVILLE, Calif., Nov. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- KODAK Gallery (http://www.kodakgallery.com), the only online photo service uniquely designed for celebrating KODAK MOMENTS together, today announced its new calendar application which enables users to personalize dates with photos and text. In addition, KODAK Gallery's resize and move functionalities help users get creative and have fun by adding photos and text to their calendar pages.

"We know that our customers like to stay organized, while expressing their own personal style and preferences. It's now even easier to create a wall calendar that is beautiful, memorable and functional," says Rahnel Romasanta, Senior Manager of Design and Merchandising for KODAK Gallery.  "With the new personalization, users can add photos and text into the individual calendar date cells to help them remember birthdays, anniversaries and other special milestones. This makes for a perfect and personal gift for family and friends."

KODAK Gallery calendar applications allow customers to create the calendar layout of their choosing; customers can resize, move, tilt and layer their pictures, as well as create collages with up to 12 photos on a page.

New Calendar Designs and Sizes

This year, customers can choose from 23 coordinated design styles or easily mix and match from more than 240 backgrounds for each month.

In addition to the standard size wall calendar, KODAK Gallery is introducing oversized wall calendars allowing added space for photos and captions in individual dates. Customers can start their calendar at the month of their choosing and also have the option to select the 12 or 18 month format.

According to an August 2011 calendar survey conducted by KODAK Gallery, 73% of those displaying calendars at home do so in the kitchen. KODAK Gallery's new background designs pair well with food photography, making it easier to create a calendar that doubles as a cookbook, filled with cherished family recipes.

About KODAK

As the world's foremost imaging innovator, KODAK helps consumers, businesses and creative professionals unleash the power of pictures and printing to enrich their lives.

To learn more, visit http://www.kodak.com and follow our blogs and more at http://www.kodak.com/go/followus.

More than 75 million people come together to manage and share photos, create photo keepsakes and more at KODAK Gallery -- join today at http://www.kodakgallery.com.

2011 Kodak is a trademark of Kodak.

SOURCE  KODAK Gallery

KODAK Gallery

CONTACT: Robin Carr, Kodak Gallery, rcarr@kodakgallery.com, +1-510-229-1292; Justin Rivera, Ketchum, justin.rivera@ketchum.com, +1-646-935-4290

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

New Web Technology Now Allows for Pharmaceutical Reps to Receive Training on Their Desktops, Tablets, and Smartphones

MOUNT OLIVE, N.J., Nov. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Pinsonault Associates now offers a new option for delivering their Managed Care e-learning training modules. In the new era of "everything mobile", this cutting edge approach of how training content is delivered to pharmaceutical and biotech professionals has come at the perfect time. Now, a sales rep can begin training using an iPad in a cafe before a sales call, reference an executive summary version on that same training module using a smartphone while walking into the doctor's office, and complete the training on a desktop PC at home later that evening.

The advanced technology used to create the program template employs the latest "web standards", thus enabling it to run on a variety of systems, ranging from Internet Explorer 6 to the newest platforms, like Safari on the iPad. "We feel that the advanced technology within our training courses now matches the advanced information and data that we like to put forth in our training curriculum; it's a perfect marriage of content and technology," said Managing Partner, Christian Pinsonault.

Pinsonault's new template integrates very well with LMS [learning management system] environments that support mobile learning. Another great feature of the new template is that the UI [user interface] and information flexes between desktops, tablets, and smartphones. For example, when users launch the new courses on an iPad, they will see that the main navigation shifts accordingly when the viewing mode changes between portrait and landscape. Or, if users view the program on a smartphone, they get an executive summary version of the course, which allows for a more efficient and intuitive navigation on a smaller device. "I am convinced that this is the best method for e-learning on multiple devices for the pharmaceutical industry," said Dominic LaRosa, Creative Director at Pinsonault Associates. The design team, development team, and I are thrilled with the results. We feel this new wave of "cross platform e-learning", desktop to tablet to smartphone, will not only make training much more efficient for sales reps in the field, but the new modules will also give them a competitive advantage because they will always have the training data right at their disposal."

From content development and data management to Web-based applications, Pinsonault Associates is a multi-faceted business solution provider possessing the knowledge and expertise to provide pharmaceutical and biotech companies with leadership in health care communications and sales training initiatives. Pinsonault's mission requires a commitment to quality, excellence, and integrity in all of their service offerings.

For more information on Pinsonault Associates, visit http://www.pinsonault.com.

Pinsonault Associates, LLC
350 Clark Drive
Mount Olive, NJ 07828
Ph: 973-448-8800
Toll free: 800-372-9009
Fax: 973-448-1005

SOURCE  Pinsonault Associates, LLC

Pinsonault Associates, LLC

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

"El Spooky Show", First-Ever Web Sitcom Starring a Life Size Hamster Debuts on http://www.tr3s.com

Tr3s' new original shorts follow the antics, pranks and unconventional life of a giant Mexican hamster named 'Spooky' & his roommate/owner Yogu

Series produced by creative minds at La Comunidad-Summer premieres 11.11.11

MIAMI, Nov. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Tr3s: MTV, Musica y Mas, the bilingual/bicultural entertainment destination for Latinos in the U.S., introduces a new original sitcom "El Spooky Show" centered around two very diverse and quirky characters: a mischievous, life-size Mexican hamster named Spooky, and his very patient roommate/owner Yogu. Living in a tiny dorm room apartment, the show captures the antics and pranks of this larger than life character. The 12-episode shorts will premier exclusively online with two new webisodes debuting each week, starting November 11th on http://www.tr3s.com.

The giant Mexican hamster "Spooky" first made his debut during MTV International's global 2010 World Cup campaign. Generating a wave of spontaneous online activity and thousands of fans across the globe, 'Spooky' is now taking center stage with his very own show online. "El Spooky Show" was created by La Comunidad-Summer, a division of La Comunidad, dedicated to building brands through experiences and led by executive creative directors Leo Prat and Ricky Vior. Prat and Vior also wrote and directed the series, with production by Error #170 Productora Audiovisual.

"When I got the call about getting my own show on Tr3s.com, I was very disappointed to find out I wasn't costarring alongside Wilmer Valderrama and instead I'm sharing my talents with an unknown named Yogu," commented Spooky.

"Advertising & content continue to evolve and merge to serve as one medium in our industry, and Spooky perfectly exemplifies the transformation of this evolution. Born out of a massive international World Cup campaign in 2010, the life of Spooky is now digitally personified in a series of online shorts," said Sean Saylor, VP of Creative for Tr3s. "It's an effective model and format that really connects to our young Latino audiences."

About Tr3s: MTV, Musica y Mas

Tr3s: MTV, Musica y Mas, owned and operated by Viacom International Media Networks - The Americas, reaches 6.1 million Hispanic TV households (45% of US Hispanic Total TV HH) and 34 million total TV households. The network's programming embraces the trilogy of cultures that represents Latino life - Latin American plus American equals US Latino - through original productions, key acquisitions, and content from MTV Networks' portfolio of entertainment brands. Tr3s embraces the key lifestyle aspects of Latino identity -- milestones, making it and music -- as well as social responsibility through its initiative "Agentes de Cambio", which tackles issues that affect Latinos today. The network also taps into the growing number of Latinos that are digitally connected through http://www.tr3s.com.

About La Comunidad

La Comunidad believes in the power of connecting people and ideas. The idea of community empowers people and inspires collaboration to stimulate relationships with brands. Founded in 2001, La Comunidad (The Community) is a global, independent agency known for innovative communication for multi-national brands. La Comunidad has five offices--two in Miami, two in Buenos Aires and one in New York. Within its first two years, La Comunidad was ranked the 13th most-awarded agency in the world. La Comunidad's clients include Apple, Converse, Corona Extra, Modelo Especial, MTV Networks, Rolling Stone, Sony Electronics, Trident and Volvo cars among others.

SOURCE  Tr3s: MTV, Musica y Mas

Tr3s: MTV, Musica y Mas

CONTACT: Erica Saylor, Tr3s: MTV, Musica y Mas, Erica.saylor@mtvstaff.com, +1-305-322-0893; or Tanya Lopez, La Comunidad, tanya@lacomunidad.com, +1-718-440-5193

Web Site: http://www.tr3s.com

First Electric Vehicle Wireless Charging Trial Announced for London

LONDON, Nov. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Qualcomm Incorporated (Nasdaq: QCOM) today announced the first Wireless Electric Vehicle Charging (WEVC) trial for London in what is a UK and industry-leading initiative. Qualcomm is collaborating with the UK Government, as well as the Mayor of London's office and Transport for London (TfL) to deliver the trial.

The pre-commercial trial is expected to start in early 2012 and will involve as many as 50 electric vehicles (EVs). The trial will use Qualcomm wireless inductive power transfer technology that enables high-efficiency power transfer across a large air gap. It is very easy to use: the driver simply parks the vehicle in the usual way and the system automatically aligns for power transfer, making parking easier and charging hassle free.

The trial, which will be based partially in Tech City, the East London cluster receiving the strong support of the Prime Minister, is planned to leverage the Tech City entrepreneurial community and encourage companies to innovate around services and applications, in order to enhance the smart EV experience.

Prime Minister David Cameron said, "This wireless charging technology is a giant leap forward for the electric car industry and I am delighted that London businesses will be among the first to benefit from the trial. Creative, high-tech advances such as this are extremely important as we work to rebalance our economy, and the decision to trial this at Tech City shows confidence in the UK as an ideal place for innovation and investment."

"This trial is a great example of how vehicle recharging could work in the future.  This private sector investment shows how innovative solutions will help ensure electric cars are a real option for motorists," said Justine Greening, secretary of state for transport. "This project supplements the 30 million pounds Sterling Government fund to kick-start installation of recharging points in eight areas across the country."

The Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, said, "In my quest to deliver cleaner air for the capital, I want London to be the electric car epicenter of Europe. Encouraging a massive uptake in electric driving is key to this vision of becoming a zero-emission city. We are already on this path with Transport for London delivering a citywide charging network, but we need to go further. This trial is an innovative new facet of my plans, with the promise to help drivers go electric with even greater confidence."

"Qualcomm is very pleased to be participating in the London WEVC pre-commercial trial, which builds on the existing trials of electric vehicles sponsored by the Technology Strategy Board and the Office for Low Emission Vehicles in the UK," said Andrew Gilbert, executive vice president of European Innovation Development at Qualcomm. "Wireless charging eradicates the EV plug-in cable and makes charging of electric vehicles simple and easy for drivers."

Addison Lee, the UK's largest minicab company, and Chargemaster plc, the leading European operator of advanced EV charging infrastructure, have also agreed to participate in the WEVC London trial.

"As a company with a keen eye on the future, we believe that the WEVC London trial will provide unique insights into how wirelessly charged electric vehicles could be used in our business," said John Griffin, chairman, Addison Lee.

"We are delighted to be part of this exciting wireless EV/PHEV charging program," said David Martell, chief executive of Chargemaster plc. "The London trial will complement our existing electric vehicle infrastructure programs and keep London and the UK at the forefront of electric vehicle charging technology."

A Wireless Electric Vehicle Charging steering committee with representatives from TfL, the Mayor's office, and central Government will be set up to oversee the trial. The trial is open to any company, such as vehicle manufacturers, that wishes to participate. Companies should register their interest at  http://www.wevc.com

About Qualcomm 

Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM) is the world leader in 3G and next-generation mobile technologies. For more than 25 years, Qualcomm ideas and inventions have driven the evolution of digital communications, linking people everywhere more closely to information, entertainment and each other. For more information, visit Qualcomm's website, OnQ blog, Twitter and Facebook pages.

Qualcomm is a registered trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated.  All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Qualcomm Contacts:
Tina Asmar, Corporate Communications
Phone:  1-858-845-5959
Email:  corpcomm@qualcomm.com

Warren Kneeshaw, Investor Relations
Phone:  1-858-658-4813
Email:  ir@qualcomm.com

SOURCE  Qualcomm Incorporated

Qualcomm Incorporated

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

Playa Games Enters Media Cooperation With Germany's Largest TV Network

HAMBURG, Germany, November 10, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    - Record-breaking browser games Shakes&Fidget, SoccerStar and Bloodmoon
receive marketing push with TV ad campaign

    Online games developer Playa Games announced the start of a media
cooperation with RTL interactive, Germanys largest TV network. As of today
http://www.RTLspiele.de is presenting Playa's free-to-play browser games
Shakes&Fidget, SoccerStar and Bloodmoon to its online community. RTL
interactive will promote the games with commercials in the German RTL
television channels and its wide-reaching RTL online network.

    Hannes Beuck, CEO of Playa Games GmbH, is expecting to set new user
number records with the marketing support by the well-known RTL brand. Playa
Games recently crossed the 20-million-player mark, which means that its user
count has doubled since the beginning of the year. "By cooperating with RTL
interactive and its premium player community we're on the right path to
continue this rapid uptrend", said Beuck.

    RTL interactive presents the users of RTLspiele.de
[http://rtlspiele.de ] a successful collection of exciting games in a
comprehensive online portal with strong community features. "Playa Games' new
offerings are the perfect addition to our extensive casual games portfolio",
said Dewi Buchholz, head of Online Gaming at RTL interactive.

    With Shakes&Fidget RTLspiele.de [http://rtlspiele.de ] gains an
international role-playing hit that pokes fun at fantasy stereotypes with a
humorous graphic style. In SoccerStar sports fans experience the thrill of
league games not as coaches or managers, but as players on the field. And
Bloodmoon delivers gothic role-playing thrills as members of the Vampire,
Werewolf and Hunter factions are battling for supremacy in an eerie
underworld setting

    Playa Games (http://www.playa-games.com [http://www.playa-games.de ]) is
a developer and publisher of browser games and has been enjoying continuous
growth since being incorporated in 2009. Numerous awards have acknowledged
the outstanding quality of its games. The role-playing game Shakes & Fidget
and the sports management simulation SoccerStar are regarded as milestones
in the browser game market. Most recently, Playa Games has created a buzz
with the gothic RPG Bloodmoon. This shooting star among European browser
game developers also announced their entrance into the market of gaming apps
for mobile platforms.

   
    Further Information: Playa Games GmbH, Hamburg, Email:
    hannes@playa-games.com, Web:  http://www.playa-games.com
    PR agency: euro.marcom pr, Phone: +49-611-97315-0, Email:
    team@euromarcom.de,

    Web: http://www.euromarcom.de

Source: Playa Games GmbH

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Al Jazeera Balkans Chooses Eutelsat's W3C Satellite at the 16° East Neighbourhood to Launch its New TV Service on November 11

PARIS, November 10, 2011/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --

    Eutelsat Communications (Euronext Paris: ETL) announces that its W3C
satellite has been selected by Al Jazeera Balkans to broadcast its new
network to viewers across Bosnia-Hercegovina, Croatia, Serbia, Slovenia,
Macedonia, Kosovo and Montenegro. Al Jazeera Balkans has signed a multi-year
contract with Eutelsat for capacity on W3C for its new channel which will go
live tomorrow at 6 pm. Al Jazeera Balkans is the 23rd to launch in the Al
Jazeera network.

    Broadcasting free-to-air, Al Jazeera Balkans will use Eutelsat's W3C
satellite at 16degree(s) East to reach homes in Central Europe connected to
cable networks or equipped for Direct-to-Home reception. The channel's focus
will be on news, with one-hour and shorter news programmes as well as
documentaries and political and economic shows. Its state-of-the-art studios
in Sarajevo also host the satellite uplink to W3C. Reporting will be
complemented by studios in Zagreb Belgrade and Skopje and correspondents in
Podgorica, Pri?tina, Mostar and Banja Luka, as well as Washington, London,
Berlin, Vienna, Moscow, Istanbul and Jerusalem. The channel will also
receive support from more than 70 Al Jazeera network bureaux around the
globe.

    Launched in October and in full commercial service since November 9,
Eutelsat's W3C satellite is delivering new resources for dynamic
broadcasting markets in Central Europe via a high-power beam optimised for
TV reception. Eutelsat's 16degree(s) East location is already the leading
neighbourhood for Central Europe, broadcasting into 11 million homes. W3C
will further consolidate Eutelsat's support for individual channels and
pay-TV platforms.

    Tarik Dodic, Managing Director of Al Jazeera Balkans, commented: "We are
very pleased to partner with a renowned company such as Eutelsat that offers
the most reliable service and provides wide coverage of the entire region.
Eutelsat's 16degree(s) East neighbourhood and its new W3C satellite are the
natural choice for us to optimise reach into TV homes in the Balkans and we
are delighted to have their support for our new venture."

    Andrew Wallace, Eutelsat's Chief Commercial Officer, said: "We welcome
Al Jazeera Balkans on board W3C just two days after our newest satellite
went live. The selection of 16degree(s) East by a new flagship channel in
the Balkan region underscores the strength of this longstanding
neighbourhood in Central Europe. We look forward to forging further
longstanding partnerships with channels in one of Europe's most dynamic
regions for satellite TV."

   
    How to receive Al Jazeera Balkans
    Satellite: W3C
    Orbital position: 16degree(s) East
    Downlink frequency: 12.677 MHz
    Polarisation: horizontal
    FEC: 3/4

    About Eutelsat Communications

    Eutelsat Communications (Euronext Paris: ETL, ISIN code: FR0010221234)
is the holding company of Eutelsat S.A.. With capacity commercialised on 29
satellites that provide coverage over the entire European continent, as well
as the Middle East, Africa, India and significant parts of Asia and the
Americas, Eutelsat is one of the world's three leading satellite operators
in terms of revenues. As of 30 June 2011, Eutelsat's satellites were
broadcasting more than 3,800 television channels. More than 1,100 channels
are broadcast via its HOT BIRD(TM) video neighbourhood at 13 degrees East
alone which serves over 120 million cable and satellite homes in Europe, the
Middle East and North Africa. The Group's satellites also serve a wide range
of fixed and mobile telecommunications services, TV contribution markets,
corporate networks, and broadband markets for Internet Service Providers and
for transport, maritime and in-flight markets. Eutelsat's broadband
subsidiary, Skylogic, markets and operates access to high speed internet
services through teleports in France and Italy that serve enterprises, local
communities, government agencies and aid organisations in Europe, Africa,
Asia and the Americas. Headquartered in Paris, Eutelsat and its subsidiaries
employ just over 700 commercial, technical and operational professionals
from 30 countries.

    http://www.eutelsat.com

Source: Eutelsat Communications

For further information: Press, Vanessa O'Connor, Tel. : +33-1-53-98-37-91, voconnor@eutelsat.fr; Frédérique Gautier, Tel. : +33-1-53-98-37-91, fgautier@eutelsat.fr; Analysts and Investors: Lisa Finas, Tel. : +33-1-53-98-35-30, investors@eutelsat-communications.com, Léonard Wapler, Tel. : +33-1-53-98-31-07, investors@eutelsat-communications.com

AT&T Expands Mobile Broadband Wireless Capacity in Big Rapids

Additional Spectrum Expected to Improve Connectivity and Performance of Mobile Broadband Data and Voice Connectivity

BIG RAPIDS, Mich., Nov. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Customers in Big Rapids are expected to experience improved mobile broadband coverage   and voice performance as a result of continued investment and innovation by AT&T*. The company announced today that it has completed a key initiative in its ongoing efforts to enhance the wireless capacity and performance of its mobile broadband network throughout Traverse City.

"Families and entrepreneurs in Big Rapids will be  better connected than ever before thanks to this new investment from AT&T," said state Rep. Phil Potvin (R-Cadillac). "Expanded hi-speed broadband coverage goes a long way towards making northern Michigan more attractive to job makers and will help the entire region attract critical new jobs."

The network enhancement adds new layers of frequency, also known as "carriers," to two sites in Big Rapids to more efficiently manage available spectrum and increase mobile broadband capacity. The expansion helps manage ever-growing demand for mobile broadband services by allocating more network resources for AT&T's mobile broadband network.

"Our goal is for our customers to have an extraordinary experience. As part of the Big Rapids community, we're always looking for new opportunities to provide an enhanced customer experience and our investment in the local wireless network is just one way we're accomplishing that," said Jim Murray, president, AT&T Michigan. "In addition, our recently announced agreement to acquire T-Mobile USA will strengthen and expand our network in Big Rapids. 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 best 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 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 Big Rapids 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.

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.

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.

SOURCE  AT&T Inc.

AT&T Inc.

CONTACT: Jermaine Spight, Sr. Public Relations Manager, +1-313-223-7779, Jermaine.Spight@att.com

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

Norman Releases Next Generation Endpoint Protection System for Securing Enterprise and SMB Networks Against Malware Attacks

Norman Endpoint Protection Is Cost Effective, Easy-to-Use Security System

FAIRFAX, Va., Nov. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Norman today announced the availability of Norman Endpoint Protection 9, an advanced IT security defense system that protects PCs and servers against sophisticated malware threats.

Norman Endpoint Protection (http://www.norman.com) delivers cost effective, easy-to-administer threat protection for small and medium businesses and scales, using a new multilevel architecture, to serve even the largest, most complex enterprise networks. Security policies may be set and managed centrally across multiple sites ensuring rapid security updates and effective local control.

"This latest version of Norman Endpoint Protection delivers the most sophisticated IT protection available," said Audun Lodemel, vice president, Marketing and Business Development. "The advanced architecture makes it extremely easy to manage any size network, while ensuring a lower cost of ownership experience."

Norman Endpoint Protection installs in minutes and its intuitive user interface displays all clients and servers in a network. All computers are updated with the latest protection and stay secure while reporting status to the powerful Endpoint Manager console application. The Endpoint Manager is easy to use through logical, drag-and-drop actions for group handling and security policy management.

Norman Endpoint Protection comes with industry-leading Norman SandBox(R) and DNA Matching technologies. These award-winning, proactive security technologies protect against new and unknown malware and other persistent threats, keeping endpoints safe at the lowest possible cost. Norman Endpoint Protection stops all kinds of malware threats including viruses, worms, trojans, spyware, adware, bots, zero-day threats and rootkits.

Norman Endpoint Protection:

    --  Advanced architecture and low cost of ownership in all configurations
    --  Easy to install, operate and administer from the SMB to the largest
        enterprise
    --  Tested and verified by major independent labs
    --  Sophisticated and powerful centralized management capabilities
    --  Advanced alarm settings triggered by user defined thresholds
    --  Attractive volume pricing terms
For more information on Norman Endpoint Protection, and other vulnerability management solutions, please visit http://www.norman.com/products/.

About Norman ASA

Founded in Norway in 1984, Norman ASA is a global leader and pioneer in proactive content security solutions and forensics malware tools. Norman's proactive antimalware solutions, including malware analysis tools, network security and endpoint protection, are powered by patented Norman SandBox® technology and used by security solutions providers around the world.

Norman's unified core antimalware protection for clients, servers and network security are delivered as products and services designed to protect business communications and resources, including corporate and government networks and applications, remote employees, branch offices and extranets. Norman's solutions are available through Norman subsidiaries and a network of global partners. For more information, visit http://www.norman.com.

For additional information:

John CallahanNorman ASA+703 279 6650

SOURCE  Norman ASA

Norman ASA

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

Attunity Announces 2011 Annual General Meeting

BURLINGTON, Massachusetts, November 10, 2011/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --

    Attunity Ltd. (OTC Bulletin Board: ATTUF.OB), a leading provider of
real-time data integration, announced today that its 2011 Annual General
Meeting of Shareholders will be held on Thursday, December 22, 2011 at 10:00
a.m. Israel time, at the offices of the Company, Kfar-Netter Industrial
Park, Kfar-Netter, Israel. The record date for the meeting is November 14,
2011.

    The agenda of this announced annual general meeting is as follows:

   
    1) To re-elect Shimon Alon, Dov Biran, Dan Falk and Ron
      Zuckerman as directors of the Company;
    2) To re-elect Ms. Tali Alush-Aben as external director;
    3) To authorize Mr. Shimon Alon, the Chief Executive Officer of
      the Company, to also serve as the Chairman of the Board of Directors of
      the Company for a term of three years;
    4) To approve modifications to the terms of employment (including
      grant of stock options) of Mr. Shimon Alon as our Chief Executive
      Officer;
    5) To grant stock options to our non-employee directors;
    6) To approve amendments to Articles 1 and 98 of the Company's
      Articles of Association in order to incorporate recent changes in
      Israeli law relating to indemnification and insurance of directors and
      officers;
    7) Subject to approval of Proposal 6, to approve an amendment to
      the form of indemnity letters issued by the Company in favor of
      directors and officers;
    8) To approve the reappointment of Kost Forer Gabbay & Kasierer, a
      member of Ernst & Young Global, as the Company's independent auditors
      and to authorize the board of directors to delegate to the audit
      committee the authority to fix the said independent auditors'
      remuneration in accordance with the volume and nature of their services;
      and
    9) To review and consider the auditors' report and the Company's
      consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2010.

    Items 1, 2 (since the Company does not have a "controlling shareholder"
within the meaning of the Israeli Companies Law) and 4-8 require the
approval of a simple majority of the shares voted on the matter. Item 3
requires the approval of a simple majority of the shares voted on the
matter; provided that (i) the shares voting in favor of such resolution
include at least two-thirds (2/3) of the shares voted by shareholders who
are not "controlling shareholders" or do not have a "personal interest" in
the matter (as such terms are defined in the Companies Law) ("Unaffiliated
Shareholders"), or (ii) the total number of shares voted against the
resolution by Unaffiliated Shareholders does not exceed 2% of Attunity's
outstanding shares. Item 9 does not require a vote by the shareholders.

    In the absence of requisite quorum of shareholders in the meeting, the
meeting shall be adjourned to the same day in the next week, at the same
time and place, unless otherwise determined at the meeting in accordance
with the Company's Articles of Association. In accordance with the Companies
Law, position statements must be delivered to the Company no later than 10
days following the record date.

    Additional Information and Where to Find It

    In connection with the meeting, Attunity will send to its shareholders
of record a proxy statement describing the various matters to be voted upon
at the meeting, along with a proxy card enabling them to indicate their vote
on each matter. The Company will also furnish copies of the proxy statement
and proxy card to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Form 6-K,
which may be obtained for free from the SEC's website at
http://www.sec.gov, the Company's website at http://www.attunity.com
or by directing such request to the Company's Investor Relations below.

    About Attunity

    Attunity is a leading provider of real-time data integration software
that enables access, sharing and distribution of data across heterogeneous
enterprise platforms, organizations, and the cloud. Our offering includes
software solutions such as data replication
[http://www.attunity.com/attunity_replicate ], real-time change-data-capture
[http://www.attunity.com/attunity_stream ] (CDC) and real-time data
connectivity [http://www.attunity.com/attunity_connect ], as well as
enterprise file replication
[http://www.repliweb.com/products/r1-r/index.php ] and managed-file-transfer
[http://www.repliweb.com/products/rmft/index.php ] (MFT) offered through our
RepliWeb division. Using Attunity's software solutions, our customers enjoy
dramatic business benefits by enabling real-time access and availability of
data and files where and when needed, across the maze of heterogeneous
systems making up today's IT environment.

    Attunity has supplied innovative software solutions to its
enterprise-class customers for nearly 20 years and has successful
deployments at thousands of organizations worldwide. Attunity provides
software directly and indirectly through a number of partners such as
Microsoft, Oracle, IBM and HP. Headquartered in Boston, Attunity serves its
customers via offices in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific and through
a network of local partners. For more information, visit
http://www.attunity.com and join our community on Twitter
[http://www.twitter.com/attunity ], Facebook
[http://www.facebook.com/attunity ] and LinkedIn [http://linkd.in/attunity ].

    Safe Harbor Statement

    This press release contains forward-looking statements within the
meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation
Reform Act of 1995 and other Federal Securities laws. Statements preceded
by, followed by, or that otherwise include the words "believes", "expects",
"anticipates", "intends", "estimates", "plans", and similar expressions or
future or conditional verbs such as "will", "should", "would", "may" and
"could" are generally forward-looking in nature and not historical facts.
Because such statements deal with future events, they are subject to various
risks and uncertainties and actual results could differ materially from
Attunity's current expectations. Factors that could cause or contribute to
such differences include, but are not limited to: risks and uncertainties
relating to the acquisition of RepliWeb, including costs and difficulties
related to integration of acquired businesses, the combined companies'
financial results and performance, and ability to repay debt and timing
thereof; our liquidity challenges and the need to raise additional capital
in the future; market acceptance of the Attunity Replicate and the
development of a market for such product; timely availability and customer
acceptance of Attunity's new and existing products; any unforeseen
developmental or technological difficulties with regard to Attunity's
products; changes in the competitive landscape, including new competitors or
the impact of competitive pricing and products; a shift in demand for
products such as Attunity's products; unknown factors affecting third
parties with which Attunity has formed business alliances; the impact on
revenues of economic and political uncertainties and weaknesses in various
regions of the world, including the commencement or escalation of
hostilities or acts of terrorism; and other factors and risks on which
Attunity may have little or no control. This list is intended to identify
only certain of the principal factors that could cause actual results to
differ. For a more detailed description of the risks and uncertainties
affecting Attunity, reference is made to Attunity's Annual Report on Form
20-F for the year ended December 31, 2010, which is on file with the
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the other risk factors
discussed from time to time by Attunity in reports filed or furnished to the
SEC. Except as otherwise required by law, Attunity undertakes no obligation
to publicly release any revisions to these forward-looking statements to
reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the
occurrence of unanticipated events.

    (c) 2011 Attunity Ltd. All rights reserved. Attunity is a trademark of
Attunity Inc.

   
    For more information, please contact:
    Todd Fromer / Garth Russell
    KCSA Strategic Communications
    P: +1-212-682-6300
    tfromer@kcsa.com /  grussell@kcsa.com

    Dror Elkayam, CFO
    Attunity Ltd.
    Tel. +972-9-899-3000
    dror.elkayam@attunity.com

Source: Attunity Ltd

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Objet to Showcase Digital Dental Solutions at 8th International DLOAC CAD/CAM Symposium & Expo 2011

REHOVOT, Israel, November 10, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    Objet to Introduce Speaker Session by Don Albensi of Albensi Labs on
November 18th

    Objet Ltd. [http://www.objet.com ], the innovation leader in 3D printing
[http://www.objet.com/rapid_prototyping ] for rapid prototyping
[http://www.objet.com/rapid_prototyping ] and additive manufacturing, will
demonstrate the benefits of adding 3D printing to the digital dental and
orthodontic workflow, at 8th International DLOAC CAD\CAM Symposium and Expo
2011, to be held in Pasadena, CA, on November 18-19, 2011. Objet will also
present the new Objet Bio-Compatible 3D printing material
[http://www.objet.com/3D-Printing-Materials/Overview/Bio-Compatible ]
(MED610(TM)).

    According to Objet, MED610 combines bio-compatibility with high
dimensional stability and clear transparency. This makes it useful for a
wide range of dental solutions - particularly the production of highly
accurate, customized surgical guides.

    Avi Cohen, Head of Medical Solutions at Objet comments, "Objet has
concentrated its innovative technology in providing dental labs with real
business value and high productivity. Our stand promises to be a bee-hive of
activity which will be supplemented by expert speaker events such as Don
Albensi from Albensi Dental Labs. Orthodontics professionals can also look
forward to seeing Objet's orthodontic solutions using 3D printing systems."

    Additionally, Objet will showcase a broad range of dental models at the
event specifically designed for the dental [http://www.objetdental.com ]
market. The Objet bio-compatible material features extreme toughness,
dimensional stability and great detail visualization - producing models that
can be handled immediately after being built.

    Avi Cohen concludes, "Objet offers the dental market a comprehensive
digital solution, providing dental and orthodontic labs with the ability to
digitally print high quality dental and orthodontic models with extreme
precision. Adding digital dentistry to a lab's workflow allows them to
significantly improve the service they provide to their dentist customers."

    Among dental and orthodontic laboratories already using Objet 3D
printing technology are Glidewell Laboratories
[http://www.objet.com/INDUSTRIES/Glidewell ], Albensi Laboratories
[http://www.objet.com/Portals/0/docs2/Albensi_CaseStudy.pdf ], iDent Imaging
[http://www.objet.com/NEWS_EVENTS/Press_Releases/News_2009/iDent_Imaging ],
Remedent
[http://www.objet.com/NEWS_EVENTS/Press_Releases/Cosmetic_Dentistry ],
Clearstep [http://www.objet.com/portals/0/docs2/ClearstepCasestudy.pdf ],
Protec [http://www.objet.com/Portals/0/images/Protec Case Study.pdf ] and
Guide3D
[http://www.objet.com/NEWS_EVENTS/Press_Releases/Guide3D_Labs_to_Offer_Implan
t_Surgical_Guides ] to fabricate unique stone models, orthodontic
appliances, delivery and positioning trays, veneer try-ins, full and partial
denture try-ins, surgical guides, clear aligners and retainers.

    Watch [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h-8O0Cqo9q8 ] how Albensi
Laboratories is producing better dental restorations and drops turnaround
time for dental restorations from 7 days to just 2 days using Objet 3D
Printing. View movie. [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h-8O0Cqo9q8 ]

    To find out more about Objet's digital dentistry
[http://www.objetdental.com ] solutions please visit
http://www.ObjetDental.com.

    *Biological Testing: Parts printed by Objet according to Objet MED610
Use and Maintenance Terms (DOC-08242) were evaluated for biocompatibility in
accordance with standard DIN EN ISO 10993-1:2009, Biological evaluation of
medical devices-Part 1: Evaluation and Testing within a risk management
process. This addresses cytotoxicity, genotoxicity, delayed hypersensitivity
, and USP plastic Class VI which includes the test for irritation, acute
systemic toxicity and implantation.

    DISCLAIMER: It is the responsibility of the Customer and its respective
customers and end-users to determine the bio-compatibility of all the
component parts and materials used in its finished products for their
respective purposes, including in relation to prolonged skin contact (of
more than 30 days) and short-term mucosal-membrane contact (up to 24 hours).
Results may vary if different conditions apply than those existing at Objet
Ltd.'s ("Objet") laboratories at testing time and those that applied for the
purposes of the evaluation of biological testing specified in 2009,
Biological evaluation of medical devices-Part 1: Evaluation and Testing
within a risk management process. Customer acknowledges the contents of this
document and that Objet parts, materials, and supplies are subject to its
standard terms and conditions identified at
http://www.objet.com/termsandconditions which are incorporated herein by
reference.

    Objet does not guarantee the final release and availability of
materials, products and/or features referred to herein. Materials will be
released subject to Objet's sole discretion. Not all released materials are
currently available for all platforms/systems. Objet will update its website
further as releases become available and/or compatible with specific
platforms/systems.

    About Objet

    Objet Ltd. [http://www.objet.com ], is a leading provider of high
quality, cost effective inkjet-based 3D printing systems and materials. A
global company, Objet has offices in North America, Europe, Japan, China,
Hong Kong, and India.

    Objet's 3D printing systems and 3D printing materials are ideal for any
company involved in the manufacture or design of physical products using 3D
software or other 3D content. Companies using Objet's solutions can be
typically found in sectors [http://www.objet.com/INDUSTRIES ] such as
consumer goods & electronics, aerospace & defense, automotive, education,
dental, medical and medical devices, architecture, industrial machinery,
footwear, sporting goods, toys and service bureaus.

    Founded in 1998, the company has thousands of customers
[http://www.objet.com/RESOURCES/Case_Studies ] worldwide including a
substantial share of the relevant Fortune 100 and Fortune 500. Its
award-winning technology (12 awards in 5 years) is based upon over 110
patents and patent pending inventions.

    Objet's advanced 3D printing systems and range of over 60 materials
[http://www.objet.com/3D-Printing-Materials ] enable professionals to build
prototypes that accurately simulate the true look, feel and function of an
end-product, even complex, assembled goods. The Objet Connex
[http://www.objet.com/3D-Printer/Objet_Connex_Family ](TM) line of
multi-material 3D printers features the world's only technology to
simultaneously jet 2 materials. With this, users can print many different
materials into a single part and print various mixed parts on the same build
tray. Users can also create advanced composite materials, or Digital
Materials
[http://www.objet.com/3D-Printing-Materials/Overview/Digital_Materials ](TM)
featuring unique mechanical and thermal properties. Objet's range of over 60
3D printing materials [http://www.objet.com/3D-Printing-Materials ] simulate
properties ranging from rigid
[http://www.objet.com/3D-Printing-Materials/Overview/Rigid_Opaque ] to
rubber-like
[http://www.objet.com/3D-Printing-Materials/Overview/Rubber-like ],
transparent [http://www.objet.com/3D-Printing-Materials/Overview/Transparent ]
to opaque and standard to ABS-grade engineering plastics
[http://www.objet.com/3D-Printing-Materials/Overview/ABS-like ], with a large
number of in-between shore grades and shades.

    Objet's 3D printers [http://www.objet.com/3D-Printer/Products_Overview ]
are available in a range of form-factors, from cost-effective desktop 3D
printers ideal for entry-level professionals all the way to industrial-scale
multi-material machines for front-line designers and top manufacturers.
Objet's 3D printers feature the industry's highest-resolution 3D printing
quality, based on 16-micron (0.0006 in.) super-thin layering, wide material
versatility, office friendliness and ease of operation.

    For more information, visit us at http://www.objet.com, and for more
about 3D printing industry-related news, business issues and trends, read
the Objet blog [http://blog.objet.com ].

    (c) 2011 Objet, Objet24, Objet30, Objet Studio, Quadra, QuadraTempo,
FullCure, SHR, Eden, Eden250, Eden260, Eden260V, Eden330, Eden350, Eden350V,
Eden500V, Job Manager, CADMatrix, Connex, Connex260, Connex350, Connex500,
Alaris, Alaris30, PolyLog, TangoBlack, TangoGray, TangoPlus, TangoBlackPlus,
VeroBlue, VeroBlack, VeroClear, VeroDent, VeroGray, VeroWhite,
VeroWhitePlus, Durus, Digital Materials, PolyJet, PolyJet Matrix, ABS-like
and ObjetGreen are trademarks or registered trademarks of Objet Geometries
Ltd. and may be registered in certain jurisdictions. All other trademarks
belong to their respective owners.

   
    Objet Media Contacts

    USA
    Caitlin Hool
    Gabbegroup
    Tel. +1-212-220-4444
    Email.  caitlin.hool@gabbe.com

    Europe
    Claire Russell-Jones
    UK Bespoke
    Tel: +44-1737-215200
    E-mail.  claire@bespoke.co.uk

    Objet
    Arita Mattsoff
    Objet
    Tel. +972-8-931-4314
    Email.  arita@objet.com

    Asia Pacific
    Jenny Chan
    The Hoffman Agency
    Tel: +81-3-2231-8101
    E-mail.  jchan@hoffman.com
    Japan
    Masaya Takahama
    The Hoffman Agency, Japan
    Tel: +81-3-5159-2145
    Email.  mtakahama@hoffman.com

    China
    Dong Chen
    The Hoffman Agency, China
    Tel. +86-21-6391-5869
    Email.  dchen@hoffman.com

    India
    Shivalika Chadha
    Avian Media
    Tel. + 91-9717838601
    Email.  shivalika@avian-media.com

    Korea
    Masaya Takahama
    The Hoffman Agency Korea
    Tel. +82-10-3408-1609
    Email.  jhlee@hoffman.com
    Mexico
    Patricia Tawil
    IDESA
    Tel. +52-55-5253-9670
    Email.  ptawil@idesap.com

    South Africa
    Alison McDonald
    PR Connections
    Tel. +27(0)11-468-1192
    Email.  alison@pr.co.za

Source: Objet Ltd

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Maxthon Mobile Transforms the Browsing Experience with Customizable Features, Increased Security and Bandwidth Savings

SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Maxthon (http://www.maxthon.com), a global software and web services company, announces the latest upgrade of Maxthon Mobile with a series of new privacy features, increased security and a bandwidth saving mode. Users can download the latest version of Maxthon Mobile 2.3 at http://dl.maxthon.com/mobile/Maxthon_for_Android.apk

"Mobile and tablet browsing require a tailored approach to maximize speed, convenience and security," says Jeff Chen, CEO of Maxthon. "Today's release builds on our commitment to make our customer's mobile internet experience head and shoulders above the crowd."

Users of this new version of Maxthon Mobile can also enjoy the following benefits:

    --  Customized start page. An easy-to-setup start page that allows you to
        tailor your experience to your needs.
    --  Bandwidth saving mode. Smart technology identifies sites with WAP
        versions and automatically floats a one-click option to view the smaller
        WAP page instead of the full HTML, making download and rendering faster
        while saving on your data plan.
    --  An expanded privacy mode that saves and locks cached information
        available only when the customer wants and needs it.

"With every release Maxthon Mobile continues to narrow the quality of experience gap between traditional browsing on a computer or laptop and an Android device," says Karl Mattson, GM of Maxthon International/Chief of Product Development. "Check out this upgrade of Maxthon Mobile and enjoy the best way to surf the web."

About Maxthon

Headquartered in Beijing, Maxthon Ltd. is an innovative software company and developer of superior web browsers which continue to set new standards for simplicity, speed and security. Each month more than 130,000,000 people use Maxthon's web browser in 120 countries across the world. Maxthon also brings its best-of-breed browsing to the Android platform for mobile devices and tablet computers. For more information about Maxthon please visit http://www.maxthon.com.

Download Maxthon Mobile for Android phones here:http://dl.maxthon.com/mobile/Maxthon_for_Android.apk

Want to supercharge that desktop? Try Maxthon 3 for Windows PCs today.http://dl.maxthon.com/mx3/mx3.1.4.1000.exe

Download Maxthon Mobile for 10" Android tablets here:http://dl.maxthon.com/mobile/Maxthon_for_Tablet_Android.apk

SOURCE  Maxthon

Maxthon

CONTACT: Lewis Fein, +1-310-746-7771, lewis.fein@maxthon.com

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

Walmart Kicks-off Three Black Friday Events Starting at 10 p.m. on Thanksgiving

Electronics event starts at Midnight, followed by additional savings at 8 a.m.

BENTONVILLE, Ark., Nov. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- It's HERE! The coveted Walmart Black Friday circular was released today to shoppers on Facebook and Walmart.com to help families plan their holiday shopping and get more Christmas for their money. Everything from the hottest TVs to gaming consoles and top toys will be available at great savings during three special-shopping events, while supplies last.

Walmart's Black Friday events will be held at the following times*:

    --  10 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day (Nov. 24) - Top Toys, Home and Apparel
    --  Midnight on Black Friday (Nov. 25) - Electronics! Electronics!
        Electronics!
    --  8 a.m. Nov. 25 through the weekend - Gifts for the entire family;
        electronics and more

"Our customers told us they would rather stay up late to shop than get up early, so we're going to hold special events on Thanksgiving and Black Friday," said Duncan Mac Naughton, chief merchandising officer, Walmart U.S. "We'll have this season's hottest gifts at prices only Walmart can provide. And by sharing our Black Friday specials earlier than ever, we hope to make buying decisions easier for parents working hard to give their families the Christmas they deserve."

Thanksgiving Day at Walmart.com: All-day long on Thanksgiving, shoppers can get great online-only specials and save with free "Fast, Faster, Fastest" shipping options. Examples of a few of the incredible online savings include:

    --  46" HDTVs for under $400
    --  Electric Ride-Ons for children, priced under $40
    --  Choice of four select Blu-ray(TM) discs for only $20

10 p.m. Savings on Toys, Home and Apparel: For the first time, Walmart will be kicking off its in-store specials at 10 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. Savings available in store, while supplies last, include:

    --  Xbox360 4GB with Kinect Console - $199.96 plus a $50 Walmart gift card
    --  Select DVDs - starting at $1.96
    --  6V or 12V Ride-Ons (e.g., Jeep Wrangler, X Games ATV or Barbie Jeep) -
        $99 each
    --  Barbie, Disney Princess or Bratz branded Fashion Dolls - $5 each
    --  8ft Inflatable Santa or Snowman - $20
    --  Paula Deen®  20-Piece Cookware Set - $86.44
    --  Black & Decker Blender, Coffeemaker or Electric Griddle - $9.44 each
    --  Men's Wrangler, Ladies Rider and Junior LEI Jeans - $9.97 each
    --  Kids Character Sleepwear Sets - $4.47
    --  Rival Mini Chopper or 2-Slice Waffle Maker - $2.84 each

Midnight Electronics Event: Starting at midnight, shoppers will have access to great savings on a wide assortment of top brand name flat-screen TVs, digital cameras, Blu-ray players and printers. Examples include:

    --  Emerson®  32" LCD TV (31.5" diagonal screen size) - $188
    --  LG Blu-ray(TM) Player - $49
    --  Kodak C1450 14 MP Camera - $49
    --  Sansui 19" TV (18.5" diagonal screen size) - $98
    --  HP All-in-One Printer - $19
    --  HP®  15" AMD Dual-Core Laptop - $248
    --  Philips® Wi-Fi Blu-ray(TM) Home Theatre - $178
    --  Magellan 4.7" GPS - $69
    --  8GB iPod Touch - $195
    --  Samsung 51" Plasma TV (50.7" diagonal screen size) - $498

Incredible Specials throughout the Weekend**: Shoppers can continue to check off their holiday shopping list with great specials starting at 8 a.m. on Black Friday. Examples include:

    --  Goodyear Tires starting at $59
    --  Vizio®  42" 3D LED Wi-Fi HDTV (42.0" diagonal screen size 1080p)  -
        $598
    --  Buy any smartphone*** with a contract and get a $100 Walmart gift card
    --  Disney®  The Lion King(TM), Cars 2(TM), or Pirates of the Caribbean: On
        Stranger Tides(TM) DVDs - $12.96 each

Don't Forget Your Map!

Walmart is also helping shoppers plan their in-store shopping strategy by making available store-specific maps on Facebook. To access the map, shoppers simply need to find their favorite store by clicking on the "My Local Walmart" application on Walmart's Facebook page.

Match Any Competitors Ad

Along with its full plate of Thanksgiving weekend specials Walmart promises to match the price of any local competitor's printed ad for an identical product, including matching competitor's deals for the day after Thanksgiving.

ATTENTION TELEVISION AND WEB MEDIA

Walmart sound bites and b-roll supplementing this release are available for local television and Web use. Interested media can access the full clip at http://walmartstores.com/blackfriday

*Except where prohibited by law. Please contact your local Walmart for store hours.

** Prices may vary in Alaska, Hawaii, Oklahoma and Wisconsin.

*** Offer does not include Apple® iPhone products. See store for details. Carriers, plans, and products may vary by store.

About Walmart

Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (NYSE: WMT) serves customers and members more than 200 million times per week at over 9,700 retail units under 69 different banners in 28 countries. With fiscal year 2011 sales of $419 billion, Walmart employs 2.1 million associates worldwide. Walmart continues to be a leader in sustainability, corporate philanthropy and employment opportunity. Additional information about Walmart can be found by visiting http://walmartstores.com, and on Facebook at http://facebook.com/walmart and on Twitter at http://twitter.com/walmart. Online merchandise sales are available at http://www.walmart.com and http://www.samsclub.com.

SOURCE  Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.

Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20090914/WALMARTLOGO
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Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.

CONTACT: Walmart Media Relations, 1-800-331-0085, http://walmartstores.com/reporter

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

Perfect World and Nexon Announce Strategic Alliance

BEIJING, Nov. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Perfect World Co., Ltd. (NASDAQ: PWRD) ("Perfect World"), a leading online game developer and operator based in China, and Nexon Korea Corporation ("Nexon"), a leading global online entertainment company and publisher of microtransaction-based massively multiplayer online games ("MMOGs"), today announced that they have jointly established a company in Korea (the "New Company") to manage and operate online games in Korea. 

(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20090416/CNTH023LOGO )

"We are very pleased to build a strategic partnership with Nexon," commented Mr. Michael Chi, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Perfect World.  "This strategic alliance will help us further expand our user base and provide the highest quality services to local players in the Korean market.  The introduction of more of Perfect World's online games into the Korean market will help further strengthen our international reputation as a comprehensive online game developer and operator.  More importantly, we believe Nexon's creativity, strong desire to challenge itself, and customer-centric culture will bring sustained growth opportunities to the New Company.  Together, through the mutual beneficial resources created by this partnership, we look forward to providing our quality entertainment to more players."

Mr. Min Seo, CEO of Nexon Korea Corporation, added, "We are very excited about establishing this New Company with Perfect World to bring more of their titles into the Korean market.  This partnership will combine Nexon's deep experience in publishing online games and well-established competencies in the Korean gaming market with Perfect World's rich and attractive content, and renowned R&D and operational capabilities.  We look forward to introducing more exciting titles and providing world-class services to Korean players through this New Company.  We are confident that this will be a rewarding move for both Nexon and Perfect World."

About Nexon Korea Corporation (http://www.nexon.com)

Nexon Korea Corporation is the Korean arm of Tokyo-based Nexon Co., Ltd., a pioneer of interactive entertainment software and a global leader of massively multiplayer online games.  Founded in 1994, Nexon also has regional offices in the United States (Nexon America Inc.) and Europe (Europe s.à r.l).  Nexon is a pioneer of graphic massively multiplayer online games and the free-to-play microtransaction business model.  Nexon currently services more than 50 online games in over 100 countries.  "KartRider," "MapleStory" and "Dungeon and Fighter" are among Nexon's most popular franchises and entertain millions of players worldwide.  Utilizing advanced technology and platform, and deep experience in global online gaming markets and content localization, Nexon is dedicated to bring the best online entertainment to the world.

About Perfect World Co., Ltd. (http://www.pwrd.com)

Perfect World Co., Ltd. (NASDAQ: PWRD) is a leading online game developer and operator based in China.  Perfect World primarily develops online games based on proprietary game engines and game development platforms.  Perfect World's strong technology and creative game design capabilities, combined with extensive knowledge and experiences in the online game market, enable it to frequently and promptly introduce popular games designed to cater changing customer preferences and market trends.  Perfect World's current portfolio of self-developed online games includes massively multiplayer online role playing games ("MMORPGs"): "Perfect World," "Legend of Martial Arts," "Perfect World II," "Zhu Xian," "Chi Bi," "Pocketpet Journey West," "Battle of the Immortals," "Fantasy Zhu Xian," "Forsaken World," "Dragon Excalibur," "Empire of the Immortals" and "Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber;" and an online casual game: "Hot Dance Party."  While a substantial portion of the revenues are generated in China, Perfect World's games have been licensed to leading game operators in a number of countries and regions in Asia, Latin America, Australia, New Zealand, and the Russian Federation and other Russian speaking territories.  Perfect World also generates revenues from game operations in North America, Europe and Japan.  Perfect World plans to continue to explore new and innovative business models and remains deeply committed to maximizing shareholder value over time.

Perfect World's Safe Harbor Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements. These statements constitute forward-looking statements under the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates" and similar statements. Such statements involve certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. Potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, Perfect World's limited operating history, its ability to develop and operate new games that are commercially successful, the growth of the online game market and the continuing market acceptance of its games and in-game items in China and elsewhere, its ability to protect intellectual property rights, its ability to respond to competitive pressure, its ability to maintain an effective system of internal control over financial reporting, changes of the regulatory environment in China, and economic slowdown in China and/or elsewhere. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in Perfect World's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including its annual report on Form 20-F. Perfect World does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required under applicable law.

For further information, please contact

Perfect World Co., Ltd.
Vivien Wang
Vice President, Investor Relations & Corporate Communications
Tel: +86-10-5780-5700
Fax: +86-10-5780-5713
Email: ir@pwrd.com
http://www.pwrd.com

Kathy Li
Christensen Investor Relations
Tel: +1-480-614-3036
Fax: +1-480-614-3033
Email: kli@christensenir.com

Teal Willingham
Christensen Investor Relations
Tel: +86-10-5826-4727
Fax: +86-10-5826-4838
Email: twillingham@christensenir.com

Nexon Korea Corporation
Seung Hoon Kwak
Tel: +82-2-2185-1132
Fax: +82-2-2185-1100
Email: european@nexon.co.kr

Yoosun Cha
Tel: +82-2-2185-0473
Fax: +82-2-2185-1100
Email: eusun@nexon.co.kr

SOURCE  Perfect World Co., Ltd.

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Perfect World Co., Ltd.

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

Perennial All-Star And American League Most Valuable Player Candidate Adrian Gonzalez Announced as Cover Athlete For MLB® 12 The Show(TM), Exclusively on The PlayStation®3 (PS3(TM)) And PlayStation®Vita (PS Vita) Systems

Boston Red Sox Slugger Ready to Swing for the Fences in the Latest Installment of the Highest-Rated Sports Game Franchise

FOSTER CITY, Calif., Nov. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC (SCEA) announced today the North American release of MLB® 12 The Show(TM),  the latest installment of  the number-one selling and rated Major League Baseball® (MLB®) video game franchise.  Gracing the cover of The Show in 2012 will be Boston Red Sox All-Star first baseman Adrian Gonzalez.  A candidate for this year's America League Most Valuable Player (MVP) Award, Gonzalez is a four-time All-Star (2008-2011), three-time Gold Glove winner (2008, 2009, 2011), and 2011 Silver Slugger Award winner.

Available for the PlayStation®3 (PS3(TM)) and PlayStation®Vita (PS Vita) systems, MLB 12 The Show is due to arrive in stores on March 6, 2012, just in time for MLB Spring Training.  The Show has been and continues to be the market leading and highest ranked officially licensed baseball title of this console generation (according to MetaCritic.com) and the number-one rated sports video game over the past four years (according to GameRankings.com), delivering true-to-life gameplay, authentic franchise and season modes, and incredible detail not found in any other sports game.  MLB 12 The Show builds on what has been delivered in previous franchise releases, adding compelling features that bring unparalleled innovation and polish to the sports genre.

"I feel very humbled to be chosen for the cover of MLB 12 The Show," said Gonzalez, who recently won his third Gold Glove Award.  "I think most sports fans would agree it's a dream come true to be immortalized as the cover athlete for a video game so I jumped at the chance to work with a leading franchise like The Show--it's truly a great honor."

"With a standout 2011 season in his first year with the Boston Red Sox, Adrian Gonzalez has cemented himself as one of the best all-around players in baseball," said Scott A. Steinberg, Vice President, Product Marketing, SCEA.  "Similarly, The Show has been the market leader and the highest rated, best-selling baseball video game franchise of all time.  Therefore, Adrian was an easy choice and a perfect fit to represent the next installment of our critically acclaimed series, MLB 12 The Show."

The first overall pick by the Florida Marlins in the 2000 MLB Draft, Adrian Gonzalez has steadily become one of the top players in all of baseball, both on the field and at the plate.  In 2010 while playing for the San Diego Padres, he was named team MVP for the third consecutive year and fourth time overall.  In 2011, Gonzalez was traded to the Boston Red Sox in a blockbuster deal and enjoyed one of his best professional seasons, which included his 1,000 career hit, fourth consecutive All-Star selection, third Gold Glove, first Silver Slugger Award, and a top five finish in batting average (.338) and RBI (117) in all of baseball.

MLB 12 The Show is the first baseball video game cover for Gonzalez who joins an elite cast of cover athletes and spokespersons to represent The Show, including Minnesota Twins catcher and 2009 American League (AL) MVP Joe Mauer, Red Sox second baseman and 2008 AL MVP Dustin Pedroia, Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Ryan Howard, and New York Mets third baseman David Wright.  As the latest representative of SCEA's baseball series and ambassador for MLB 12 The Show, Gonzalez's duties will include participation in the game's motion capture process, artificial intelligence (A.I.) consultation, integration into all facets of the marketing campaign, and spokesperson for the franchise. 

As Gonzalez continues to establish himself as one of the most talented players in the game today,   MLB 12 The Show continues to build upon an already stellar reputation for immersion and unparalleled delivery of the baseball experience.  With various new key features and enhancements to the critically acclaimed series, MLB 12 The Show is poised to continue the franchise's reign as the premier MLB licensed game on any platform.  Specifically for PS Vita, MLB 12 The Show will utilize all of the core gameplay features found in the PS3 version providing a big league experience that players can take with them on road, anytime, anywhere.  All new features for MLB 12 The Show will be unveiled and detailed throughout the course of the campaign, prior to the game's launch on March 6, 2012. 

The independent Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) rating for MLB 12 The Show is "RP" for "Rating Pending."  For more information about the ESRB visit http://www.esrb.org.  For more information about the MLB 12 The Show, visit http://theshownation.com/ or http://www.facebook.com/mlbtheshow.

About Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC

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

Visit us on the Web at http://www.us.playstation.com.

"PlayStation", "PSP", and the "PS" Family logo are registered trademarks and "PS3" is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.© Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC.  Major League Baseball trademarks and copyrights are used with permission of Major League Baseball Properties, Inc.  Visit the official website at MLB.com.  ©MLBPA, Official Licensee-Major League Baseball Players Association.  Visit the Players Choice on the web at http://www.MLBPLAYERS.com.

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CONTACT: Eric Levine, +1-858-824-4916, Eric_Levine@playstation.sony.com; or Alex Armour, +1-858-824-4648, Alex_Armour@playstation.sony.com, both of Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc.

Web Site: http://www.us.playstation.com

Send a Voicemail Greeting and Say Thank You to a Soldier This Holiday Season

"Voices of Gratitude" Will Show the Troops How Much Americans Care

CAMARILLO, Calif., Nov. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- CanaryVoice is commemorating Veterans Day with the launch of "Voices of Gratitude," a campaign to collect voice messages phoned in by the public to thank members of the U.S. Armed Services for their dedication and service to our country this holiday season.

The first public audio greeting card of its kind, anyone with a telephone can leave a message for the troops, which will be posted on the CanaryVoice website at http://www.canaryvoice.com. To contribute a message, visit the Voices of Gratitude page or simply call this number and follow the instructions:

(847) 598-3466
Mailbox: 2710
Pin: 9801

Voice messages can include a remembrance of a lost serviceman, a dedication to a veteran, a message to let a service member overseas know they are missed, or general messages of support and thanks for all who have bravely served in one or more branches of the U.S. Armed Services around the world.

The completed "Voices of Gratitude" album will be made available on the CanaryVoice site and CDs will be mailed to the public information officers of each branch of the military and to select military support groups, military publications and other media outlets.

There is no cost to participate. Messages subject to approval prior to posting on CanaryVoice. For complete details about the campaign, visit http://www.canaryvoice.com.

About CanaryVoice

CanaryVoice is a new kind of social media platform that turns ordinary voice messages to into greetings and gifts that can be shared online to celebrate special occasions, express passionate opinions and preserve treasured memories. The privately held company is based in Camarillo, California and was founded in 2010 by entrepreneur Frank Catalano. For more information or to create a free CanaryVoice account, visit http://www.canaryvoice.com or contact service@canaryvoice.com.

Contact:

Frank Catalano
(805) 300-9494
frank.catalano@canaryvoice.com

Tony Winders
(818) 554-9236
tony@winders.net

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CanaryVoice

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

Dutch-Belgian-Trading GmbH Acquires SevenCs GmbH and ChartWorld GmbH, Leading Providers of Maritime Navigation Software and Navigational Digital Data Subscription Services

HAMBURG, Germany, November 10, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    Dutch-Belgian-Trading GmbH (DBT) has today acquired Hamburg based
SevenCs GmbH and ChartWorld GmbH from Admiralty Holdings Limited (AHL), a
wholly-controlled subsidiary of the United Kingdom Hydrographic Office
(UKHO).

    Mr. Jochen Rudolph, Managing Director of DBT, said: "DBT has exciting
and ambitious plans to develop a completely new concept for integrated ECDIS
and digital chart data services aimed at the SOLAS retrofit market. The
acquisition of ChartWorld and SevenCs is a big step towards the rapid
realisation of that concept."

    Commenting on the sale, Ian Moncrieff CBE, Chief Executive of the UKHO
said: "SevenCs contributed significantly to the initial transition to
digital charts at the UKHO and I am delighted to see both companies sold to
a progressive company that is committed to maintaining both companies in
Hamburg and which has ambitious growth plans that involve both SevenCs and
ChartWorld together."

    At the same time as announcing the acquisition of ChartWorld and
SevenCs, Mr. Rudolph also announced that DBT are currently recruiting new
staff - especially in sales - and will shortly be opening new offices in
Singapore and Cyprus to provide sales, service and support for the Asian and
Mediterranean markets.

    The new ECDIS concept, as well as the newly opened offices, will operate
under the ChartWorld brand. SevenC s will continue as a separate software
brand, focused on the ongoing development of ECDIS kernel software, ENC
Chart Production Tools and specialist ECS applications.

    About DBT, ChartWorld and SevenCs

    Established in 1957, Hamburg based Dutch-Belgian-Trading GmbH, has a
long history in shipping and marine electronics' and is focused on the
development and distribution of innovative communication, automation, and
navigation solutions for the maritime industry.

    ChartWorld GmbH is a digital chart agent and VAR that specialises in the
resale of digital maritime data and data services for the professional
mariner, including a unique range of both S-63 and SENC products.

    SevenCs GmbH is a niche software house that develops software for the
maritime navigation industry. Its key products include the EC2007 ECDIS
Kernel, used by OEMs around the World in a wide range of chart display
applications, ENC digital chart production tools, used by hydrographic
offices and other chart producers, and ECS navigation software for
specialist applications, such as, portable pilot units.

    Press Contact

    Birgit Heinsen-Knapp, phone +49-40-851-724-0, mail to:
birgit.heinsen@chartworld.com

    SevenCs GmbH, Ruhrstrasse 90, D-22761 Hamburg, Germany

    http://www.sevencs.com

Source: SevenCs GmbH

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Arnold Palmer Makes 20th Hole-in-One With New Callaway Irons

Ace Comes on Home Course in Orlando in First Round with Callaway RAZR XF Irons

CARLSBAD, Calif., Nov. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Callaway Golf Company (NYSE: ELY) staff professional Arnold Palmer added to his legendary list of golf achievements on Tuesday, November 8th, when he notched his 20th hole-in-one while playing an afternoon round on his home course in Orlando, Florida. This most recent ace came on hole No. 7 of the Charger Course at the Palmer-owned Bay Hill Club & Lodge.

Palmer, who has been on staff with Callaway since 2000, was playing his first round with a brand new set of Callaway's recently released RAZR XF(TM) irons and using the Callaway Tour i(z)® golf ball. The 82-year-old accomplished the feat with a RAZR XF 5-iron from 163 yards.

"It was into a cross-wind from the left. The ball landed 10 feet short and politely rolled up into the hole," Palmer explained. "I enjoyed the new irons very much. Yesterday was the first time I used them and I made a hole-in-one, so it was quite a surprise. I'm actually going out to hit some more balls today because I'm excited to play with this new equipment."

The hole-in-one was part of an impressive round of golf for Palmer, who played alongside friends Dick Ferris, Bill Damron, Bruce Walters and Will Carey. Palmer carded a 79--going out in 40 and coming home in 39--to best his age by three shots, but said the hole-in-one put a dent in his wallet. "It cost me quite a lot of money (at the 19th hole)...and I didn't mind one bit," Palmer quipped.

Of his 20 lifetime aces, Palmer made three in PGA Tour events, four on the Senior (now Champions) Tour, and one in Japan. His last hole-in-one came eight years ago, also at Bay Hill. "My first one came at Latrobe Country Club when I was in high school on a short par-3," Palmer recalled. "I think I've made three of the 20 on that same hole. In the early days I was hitting wedges on that hole and now I'm hitting 8-irons."

The ultra-premium RAZR XF irons that Palmer was using arrived at U.S. retailers on October 14th and are Callaway's most technologically advanced irons. They feature a black PVD finish and are sold as a combo set that includes six irons and two hybrids. The irons are constructed with a forged 1025 Carbon Steel body that provides soft, responsive feedback at impact. The face is made of a thin, high-strength 455 Carpenter Steel, which generates faster ball speeds for increased distance. Perimeter weighting in the clubhead gives the RAZR XF the highest moment of inertia (MOI) of any iron Callaway has ever created for unparalleled accuracy, even on off-center hits. The RAZR XF Irons/Hybrids are available at a new product introduction retail price of $1,299 for steel-shafted irons and graphite-shafted hybrids; and $1,399 with graphite shafts.

For more information on these products and Callaway Golf's complete lineup of golf equipment, apparel, footwear and accessories, please visit http://www.callawaygolf.com. High-resolution images are available for download via the Media Center page: http://www.callawaygolf.com/Global/en-US/MediaCenter.html.

About Callaway Golf

Through an unwavering commitment to innovation, Callaway Golf Company (NYSE:ELY) creates products and services designed to make every golfer a better golfer. Callaway Golf Company manufactures and sells golf clubs and golf balls, and sells golf apparel, footwear and accessories, under the Callaway Golf®, Odyssey®, Top-Flite®, and Ben Hogan® brands in more than 110 countries worldwide. For more information please visit http://www.callawaygolf.com or http://www.shop.callawaygolf.com.

CONTACT:
Tim Sweeney
Callaway Golf
(760) 804-4017
Tim.Sweeney@CallawayGolf.com

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