News
November 3, 2011
Elsevier Announces Winners of Apps for Library Idea Challenge
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 12:49:01 PM
Elsevier Announces Winners of Apps for Library Idea Challenge
AMSTERDAM, November 3, 2011/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --
Winning Concepts Considered for SciVerse Applications
Elsevier, a world-leading provider of scientific, technical, and medical
information products and services, today announced the winners of the Apps
for Library Idea Challenge at the 2011 Charleston Conference in Charleston,
SC. The international competition encouraged librarians and information
professionals to conceptualize solutions to the challenges that they and
their constituents face in addressing the search and discovery of
information.
Following the submission period (May 13 to September 2, 2011), an
international panel of judges selected 10 app concepts as finalists. The
community was invited to comment on the finalists and vote for their
favorite idea. Two grand-prize winners were selected - one by the panel of
judges and one by community vote:
Judge's Choice Grand Prize: Journals/Conferences @ Your Fingertips
[http://bit.ly/u1ZOK6 ], proposed by Low, Ke Khoon, a librarian at the
National University of Singapore, would identify the top 20 journal or
conference titles relating to the user's search results, ranked by number of
relevant articles, and deliver RSS feeds with table of contents for these
journals.
Community Choice Grand Prize: JTOCs 2 Go [http://bit.ly/qxALhs ],
proposed by Andrea Szwajcer, a librarian at the University of Manitoba,
Canada, would enable users to customize a journal table of contents
notification service with full-text viewing and sharing of articles in a
clean, easy-to-read format.
"The Apps for Library Idea Challenge is another example of Elsevier
asking the librarian community which solutions they need most in search and
discovery platforms," said Rafael Sidi, Vice President Product Management,
Applications Marketplace and Developer Network, Elsevier. "I'd like to thank
all who participated in the submission of ideas and joined in the
conversation. We're looking forward to developing new applications with the
developer community based on the proposed concepts."
Elsevier will collaborate with the idea creators to develop the two
winning app concepts for inclusion in SciVerse Applications. Additionally,
each grand-prize winner will receive EUR750 (approximately $1,000). For more
information on the winning ideas as well as the other eight finalists,
please visit http://www.appsforlibrary.com.
SciVerse Applications [http://www.applications.sciverse.com ] and the
Developer Network [http://developers.sciverse.com ] provide opportunities
for researchers and librarians to collaborate with developers in creating
and promoting new applications that improve research workflows. The
Developer Network features a growing community of application developers who
may gain recognition, prestige and revenue through their contributions to
SciVerse Applications.
About the Elsevier SciVerse Suite
The SciVerse ( http://www.sciverse.com) suite of search and
discovery offerings provides the global research community access to a
constantly expanding universe of content and solutions which can now be
accessed in one platform. The suite currently includes SciVerse
ScienceDirect ( http://www.sciencedirect.com), the world's largest
source of peer-reviewed content containing more than 10 million articles,
and SciVerse Scopus ( http://www.scopus.com), an abstract and citation
database containing 41 million records, 70% with abstracts and nearly 18,000
titles from 5,000 publishers worldwide. The platform also includes SciVerse
Hub beta ( http://www.hub.sciverse.com), which enables researchers to
perform a single search across all of the SciVerse content as well as
targeted web content with results ranked by relevancy and without
duplication. SciVerse Applications (
http://www.applications.sciverse.com) and Developer Network (
http://www.developers.sciverse.com) allow the scientific community to
build, find and use applications that enhance the SciVerse research
experience.
About Elsevier
Elsevier is a world-leading provider of scientific, technical and
medical information products and services. The company works in partnership
with the global science and health communities to publish more than 2,000
journals, including The Lancet [http://www.thelancet.com ] and Cell
[http://www.cell.com ], and close to 20,000 book titles, including major
reference works from Mosby and Saunders. Elsevier's online solutions include
SciVerse ScienceDirect [http://www.sciencedirect.com ], SciVerse Scopus
[http://www.scopus.nl ], Reaxys [http://www.reaxys.com ], MD Consult
[http://www.mdconsult.com ] and Nursing Consult
[http://www.nursingconsult.com ], which enhance the productivity of science
and health professionals, and the SciVal suite [http://www.scival.com ] and
MEDai's Pinpoint Review [http://www.medai.com ], which help research and
health care institutions deliver better outcomes more cost-effectively.
A global business headquartered in Amsterdam, Elsevier
[http://www.elsevier.com ] employs 7,000 people worldwide. The company is
part of Reed Elsevier Group PLC [http://www.reedelsevier.com ], a
world-leading publisher and information provider, which is jointly owned by
Reed Elsevier PLC and Reed Elsevier NV. The ticker symbols are REN (Euronext
Amsterdam), REL (London Stock Exchange), RUK and ENL (New York Stock
Exchange).
Media contact
Will DeGirolamo
+1-212-752-8338
wdegirolamo@padillaspeer.com
Source: Elsevier
.
AMSTERDAM, November 3, 2011/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --
Winning Concepts Considered for SciVerse Applications
Elsevier, a world-leading provider of scientific, technical, and medical
information products and services, today announced the winners of the Apps
for Library Idea Challenge at the 2011 Charleston Conference in Charleston,
SC. The international competition encouraged librarians and information
professionals to conceptualize solutions to the challenges that they and
their constituents face in addressing the search and discovery of
information.
Following the submission period (May 13 to September 2, 2011), an
international panel of judges selected 10 app concepts as finalists. The
community was invited to comment on the finalists and vote for their
favorite idea. Two grand-prize winners were selected - one by the panel of
judges and one by community vote:
Judge's Choice Grand Prize: Journals/Conferences @ Your Fingertips
[http://bit.ly/u1ZOK6 ], proposed by Low, Ke Khoon, a librarian at the
National University of Singapore, would identify the top 20 journal or
conference titles relating to the user's search results, ranked by number of
relevant articles, and deliver RSS feeds with table of contents for these
journals.
Community Choice Grand Prize: JTOCs 2 Go [http://bit.ly/qxALhs ],
proposed by Andrea Szwajcer, a librarian at the University of Manitoba,
Canada, would enable users to customize a journal table of contents
notification service with full-text viewing and sharing of articles in a
clean, easy-to-read format.
"The Apps for Library Idea Challenge is another example of Elsevier
asking the librarian community which solutions they need most in search and
discovery platforms," said Rafael Sidi, Vice President Product Management,
Applications Marketplace and Developer Network, Elsevier. "I'd like to thank
all who participated in the submission of ideas and joined in the
conversation. We're looking forward to developing new applications with the
developer community based on the proposed concepts."
Elsevier will collaborate with the idea creators to develop the two
winning app concepts for inclusion in SciVerse Applications. Additionally,
each grand-prize winner will receive EUR750 (approximately $1,000). For more
information on the winning ideas as well as the other eight finalists,
please visit http://www.appsforlibrary.com.
SciVerse Applications [http://www.applications.sciverse.com ] and the
Developer Network [http://developers.sciverse.com ] provide opportunities
for researchers and librarians to collaborate with developers in creating
and promoting new applications that improve research workflows. The
Developer Network features a growing community of application developers who
may gain recognition, prestige and revenue through their contributions to
SciVerse Applications.
About the Elsevier SciVerse Suite
The SciVerse ( http://www.sciverse.com) suite of search and
discovery offerings provides the global research community access to a
constantly expanding universe of content and solutions which can now be
accessed in one platform. The suite currently includes SciVerse
ScienceDirect ( http://www.sciencedirect.com), the world's largest
source of peer-reviewed content containing more than 10 million articles,
and SciVerse Scopus ( http://www.scopus.com), an abstract and citation
database containing 41 million records, 70% with abstracts and nearly 18,000
titles from 5,000 publishers worldwide. The platform also includes SciVerse
Hub beta ( http://www.hub.sciverse.com), which enables researchers to
perform a single search across all of the SciVerse content as well as
targeted web content with results ranked by relevancy and without
duplication. SciVerse Applications (
http://www.applications.sciverse.com) and Developer Network (
http://www.developers.sciverse.com) allow the scientific community to
build, find and use applications that enhance the SciVerse research
experience.
About Elsevier
Elsevier is a world-leading provider of scientific, technical and
medical information products and services. The company works in partnership
with the global science and health communities to publish more than 2,000
journals, including The Lancet [http://www.thelancet.com ] and Cell
[http://www.cell.com ], and close to 20,000 book titles, including major
reference works from Mosby and Saunders. Elsevier's online solutions include
SciVerse ScienceDirect [http://www.sciencedirect.com ], SciVerse Scopus
[http://www.scopus.nl ], Reaxys [http://www.reaxys.com ], MD Consult
[http://www.mdconsult.com ] and Nursing Consult
[http://www.nursingconsult.com ], which enhance the productivity of science
and health professionals, and the SciVal suite [http://www.scival.com ] and
MEDai's Pinpoint Review [http://www.medai.com ], which help research and
health care institutions deliver better outcomes more cost-effectively.
A global business headquartered in Amsterdam, Elsevier
[http://www.elsevier.com ] employs 7,000 people worldwide. The company is
part of Reed Elsevier Group PLC [http://www.reedelsevier.com ], a
world-leading publisher and information provider, which is jointly owned by
Reed Elsevier PLC and Reed Elsevier NV. The ticker symbols are REN (Euronext
Amsterdam), REL (London Stock Exchange), RUK and ENL (New York Stock
Exchange).
Media contact
Will DeGirolamo
+1-212-752-8338
wdegirolamo@padillaspeer.com
Source: Elsevier
.
Ascent Data Offers 'Encryption as a Service' for Data in Motion
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 12:14:01 PM
Ascent Data Offers 'Encryption as a Service' for Data in Motion
Ascent DataGuard, Powered by Certes Networks' TrustNet Manager
PITTSBURGH, Nov. 3, 2011/PRNewswire/ -- Ascent Data announced today, the launch of Ascent DataGuard, a new Encryption as a Service (EaaS) data security solution. Powered by TrustNet Manager from Certes Networks, Ascent DataGuard is a web-based management platform that provides encryption of data-in-motion as it travels across wide area networks and cloud infrastructures.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110118/NE32018LOGO)
Ascent DataGuard provides a fast and cost-effective option for companies looking to secure data in motion, especially those looking to adopt cloud networking through public or private cloud migrations. Available as a standalone solution, or as part of Ascent2Cloud for cloud computing or Ascent DataColo for colocation, Ascent DataGuard protects data on the network without impacting existing network performance or service levels, and without capital expenditures.
"Through our SAS 70 Type II data center solutions, and our partnership with Certes Networks as the region's first provider of multi-layer EaaS, we deliver all the benefits of the industry's leading network security, while mitigating the costs associated with distribution, deployment, and ongoing upgrades and maintenance of corporate-owned assets," said Steve Shangold, CEO at Ascent Data.
Ascent DataGuard eliminates all of the tradeoffs that have traditionally accompanied network encryption, and allows organizations to follow the best practice of separating security and infrastructure management roles. Certes Networks' innovative policy and key management solution, and multi-layer, wire-speed encryption appliances can secure any network without impacting the underlying infrastructure or application performance.
"We are pleased to offer our encryption solution through Ascent Data who has built a strong reputation as a trusted data center service provider," said Thomas Gill, CEO of Certes Networks. "The Ascent DataGuard managed security service provides a cost-effective means for complying with data security regulations and implementing security best practices."
Shangold added, "Ascent DataGuard simplifies security management while preserving network performance and functionality. Our customers are able to secure networks and achieve regulatory compliance, whether they are subject to PCI DSS, HIPAA, HITECH, NERC CIP Standards, Sarbanes-Oxley or any data privacy/protection mandate. Ascent DataGuard reduces the cost of deploying, managing and maintaining encryption without impacting applications or infrastructure."
About Certes Networks
Certes Networks is the leader in multi-layer encryption solutions for high performance networks. The Company provides advanced IPsec VPN and encryption solutions for wide area networks, and enables secure connectivity to private and public clouds. Certes Networks helps organizations improve security, decrease risk, and reduce the cost of compliance while enabling high performance and secure connectivity to critical infrastructures. http://www.certesnetworks.com
About Ascent Data
Ascent Data is Pittsburgh's trusted provider for Cloud Computing solutions and Data Center services, including Colocation, Remote Digital Data Backup, Data Encryption as a Service, and Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity solutions.
Customer IT infrastructure is protected in our secure, resilient SAS 70 Type II data center in O'Hara Township, near Pittsburgh, PA. By outsourcing IT infrastructure to Ascent Data, companies can dramatically improve operational efficiencies and reduce business risk, as well as free up human and financial resources to focus on core business objectives. For more information, please contact the Ascent Data sales team by email at sales@ascentdata.com, call 866.866.6100 or visit http://www.ascentdata.com.
SOURCE Ascent Data
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110118/NE32018LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Ascent Data
CONTACT: Kelli Geyer, Marketing Manager, +1-412-968-4075, kgeyer@ascentdata.com
Web Site: http://www.ascentdata.com
Ascent DataGuard, Powered by Certes Networks' TrustNet Manager
PITTSBURGH, Nov. 3, 2011/PRNewswire/ -- Ascent Data announced today, the launch of Ascent DataGuard, a new Encryption as a Service (EaaS) data security solution. Powered by TrustNet Manager from Certes Networks, Ascent DataGuard is a web-based management platform that provides encryption of data-in-motion as it travels across wide area networks and cloud infrastructures.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110118/NE32018LOGO)
Ascent DataGuard provides a fast and cost-effective option for companies looking to secure data in motion, especially those looking to adopt cloud networking through public or private cloud migrations. Available as a standalone solution, or as part of Ascent2Cloud for cloud computing or Ascent DataColo for colocation, Ascent DataGuard protects data on the network without impacting existing network performance or service levels, and without capital expenditures.
"Through our SAS 70 Type II data center solutions, and our partnership with Certes Networks as the region's first provider of multi-layer EaaS, we deliver all the benefits of the industry's leading network security, while mitigating the costs associated with distribution, deployment, and ongoing upgrades and maintenance of corporate-owned assets," said Steve Shangold, CEO at Ascent Data.
Ascent DataGuard eliminates all of the tradeoffs that have traditionally accompanied network encryption, and allows organizations to follow the best practice of separating security and infrastructure management roles. Certes Networks' innovative policy and key management solution, and multi-layer, wire-speed encryption appliances can secure any network without impacting the underlying infrastructure or application performance.
"We are pleased to offer our encryption solution through Ascent Data who has built a strong reputation as a trusted data center service provider," said Thomas Gill, CEO of Certes Networks. "The Ascent DataGuard managed security service provides a cost-effective means for complying with data security regulations and implementing security best practices."
Shangold added, "Ascent DataGuard simplifies security management while preserving network performance and functionality. Our customers are able to secure networks and achieve regulatory compliance, whether they are subject to PCI DSS, HIPAA, HITECH, NERC CIP Standards, Sarbanes-Oxley or any data privacy/protection mandate. Ascent DataGuard reduces the cost of deploying, managing and maintaining encryption without impacting applications or infrastructure."
About Certes Networks
Certes Networks is the leader in multi-layer encryption solutions for high performance networks. The Company provides advanced IPsec VPN and encryption solutions for wide area networks, and enables secure connectivity to private and public clouds. Certes Networks helps organizations improve security, decrease risk, and reduce the cost of compliance while enabling high performance and secure connectivity to critical infrastructures. http://www.certesnetworks.com
About Ascent Data
Ascent Data is Pittsburgh's trusted provider for Cloud Computing solutions and Data Center services, including Colocation, Remote Digital Data Backup, Data Encryption as a Service, and Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity solutions.
Customer IT infrastructure is protected in our secure, resilient SAS 70 Type II data center in O'Hara Township, near Pittsburgh, PA. By outsourcing IT infrastructure to Ascent Data, companies can dramatically improve operational efficiencies and reduce business risk, as well as free up human and financial resources to focus on core business objectives. For more information, please contact the Ascent Data sales team by email at sales@ascentdata.com, call 866.866.6100 or visit http://www.ascentdata.com.
SOURCE Ascent Data
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110118/NE32018LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Ascent Data
CONTACT: Kelli Geyer, Marketing Manager, +1-412-968-4075, kgeyer@ascentdata.com
Web Site: http://www.ascentdata.com
Reflect to Showcase Premier Rich Media Solutions at Customer Engagement Technology World
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 12:14:01 PM
Reflect to Showcase Premier Rich Media Solutions at Customer Engagement Technology World
Reflect and CBS Outernet to Speak at Session on ROI for Digital Signage Networks
DALLAS, Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Reflect, the premier rich media solution provider that delivers immersive customer experiences through technology and integrated services, and CBS Outernet, the industry leading outdoor media company offering a full range of advertising services, will be speaking at the CETW show in New York at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center November 9 at 2:00 EST. The session, ROI Analysis as a Critical Project Element, will cover a high level framework for mapping and reporting ROI. Attendees will learn the importance of planning for and achieving the highest possible Return on Investment based on case examples by leading retailers. Speakers Jesse London, Vice President, General Sales Manager, CBS Outernet, and Matt Schmitt, Co-Founder and President of Reflect, will provide their invaluable insight from jointly bringing some of the largest digital OOH networks to market.
Exhibiting in Booth #536, Reflect will showcase new ViewPoint solutions for increasing customer engagement using its market-leading ReflectView(TM) software platform. The ViewPoint solutions bring together the right hardware and deployment services for leveraging the ReflectView software suite in retail and out-of-home media networks. Reflect has worked with clients and a premiere partner ecosystem to identify and assemble ViewPoint solutions to meet the needs of businesses using digital media for messaging and interactive applications.
New ReflectView Solutions:
TouchPoint - Engage and Assist Customers
An Interactive display system for point of service and assisted shopping applications. TouchPoint supports customers' touchscreen activity and interaction with physical sensors, buttons and product lift triggers and is used in welcome areas, customer service and shopping zones such as endcaps and product demo locations.
MediaPoint - High Quality HD Media for Awareness & Motivation
Used for passive media messaging, MediaPoint Supports HD media, screen segmenting with images, videos and dynamic content such as real-time information or social media content. MediaPoint is used in general customer wait areas, store departments, endcaps and in-aisle product promotions.
ReflectView Interactive App & Content Management
The ReflectView software suite now provides interactive applications, as well as even greater control over the creation, management and distribution of HD media content. ReflectView now includes the use of content catalogs and new built-in capabilities for creating interactive screen design natively, as well as continuing to support the integration and management of open standards for content and apps created in Flash and web technologies.
"Customer engagement is really driving our clients to devise well-planned strategies for leveraging digital technologies to be more competitive and to further their relationship with their customers," said Matt Schmitt, Co-Founder and President of Reflect. "From retail to financial services and entertainment venues, we're seeing a more holistic use of passive and interactive digital media to engage and assist the consumer. The solutions we've put together with our partners really do make it simpler to leverage the right combination of software, hardware and content to achieve results."
Also, don't miss Reflect as part of the Customer Engagement Technology 101 Tour on Wednesday, November 9. For more info on the show visit http://www.cetworld.com.
About Reflect
Founded in 2001, Reflect is a leading, national full-service provider of digital out-of-home merchandising and advertising solutions for digital signage, interactive applications and assisted shopping. ReflectView is the most flexible, scalable and proven digital media management solution on the market. Headquartered in Dallas, Reflect has a decade of industry experience developing some of the largest digital media networks in North America, including Best Buy, GameStop, Target and Verizon Wireless. Reflect serves mid- to large-size companies, specializing in retail, banking/finance, hospitality, and entertainment. For more information, please visit http://www.reflectsystems.com.
SOURCE Reflect
Reflect
CONTACT: Tracie Wilbanks, +1-214-413-3208 , twilbanks@reflectsystems.com
Web Site: http://www.reflectsystems.com
Reflect and CBS Outernet to Speak at Session on ROI for Digital Signage Networks
DALLAS, Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Reflect, the premier rich media solution provider that delivers immersive customer experiences through technology and integrated services, and CBS Outernet, the industry leading outdoor media company offering a full range of advertising services, will be speaking at the CETW show in New York at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center November 9 at 2:00 EST. The session, ROI Analysis as a Critical Project Element, will cover a high level framework for mapping and reporting ROI. Attendees will learn the importance of planning for and achieving the highest possible Return on Investment based on case examples by leading retailers. Speakers Jesse London, Vice President, General Sales Manager, CBS Outernet, and Matt Schmitt, Co-Founder and President of Reflect, will provide their invaluable insight from jointly bringing some of the largest digital OOH networks to market.
Exhibiting in Booth #536, Reflect will showcase new ViewPoint solutions for increasing customer engagement using its market-leading ReflectView(TM) software platform. The ViewPoint solutions bring together the right hardware and deployment services for leveraging the ReflectView software suite in retail and out-of-home media networks. Reflect has worked with clients and a premiere partner ecosystem to identify and assemble ViewPoint solutions to meet the needs of businesses using digital media for messaging and interactive applications.
New ReflectView Solutions:
TouchPoint - Engage and Assist Customers
An Interactive display system for point of service and assisted shopping applications. TouchPoint supports customers' touchscreen activity and interaction with physical sensors, buttons and product lift triggers and is used in welcome areas, customer service and shopping zones such as endcaps and product demo locations.
MediaPoint - High Quality HD Media for Awareness & Motivation
Used for passive media messaging, MediaPoint Supports HD media, screen segmenting with images, videos and dynamic content such as real-time information or social media content. MediaPoint is used in general customer wait areas, store departments, endcaps and in-aisle product promotions.
ReflectView Interactive App & Content Management
The ReflectView software suite now provides interactive applications, as well as even greater control over the creation, management and distribution of HD media content. ReflectView now includes the use of content catalogs and new built-in capabilities for creating interactive screen design natively, as well as continuing to support the integration and management of open standards for content and apps created in Flash and web technologies.
"Customer engagement is really driving our clients to devise well-planned strategies for leveraging digital technologies to be more competitive and to further their relationship with their customers," said Matt Schmitt, Co-Founder and President of Reflect. "From retail to financial services and entertainment venues, we're seeing a more holistic use of passive and interactive digital media to engage and assist the consumer. The solutions we've put together with our partners really do make it simpler to leverage the right combination of software, hardware and content to achieve results."
Also, don't miss Reflect as part of the Customer Engagement Technology 101 Tour on Wednesday, November 9. For more info on the show visit http://www.cetworld.com.
About Reflect
Founded in 2001, Reflect is a leading, national full-service provider of digital out-of-home merchandising and advertising solutions for digital signage, interactive applications and assisted shopping. ReflectView is the most flexible, scalable and proven digital media management solution on the market. Headquartered in Dallas, Reflect has a decade of industry experience developing some of the largest digital media networks in North America, including Best Buy, GameStop, Target and Verizon Wireless. Reflect serves mid- to large-size companies, specializing in retail, banking/finance, hospitality, and entertainment. For more information, please visit http://www.reflectsystems.com.
SOURCE Reflect
Reflect
CONTACT: Tracie Wilbanks, +1-214-413-3208 , twilbanks@reflectsystems.com
Web Site: http://www.reflectsystems.com
AT&T Announces Launch of Free Wi-Fi in Several of New York City's Most Iconic Parks
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 11:42:02 AM
AT&T Announces Launch of Free Wi-Fi in Several of New York City's Most Iconic Parks
Free Wi-Fi Now Available at Pier 1 at Brooklyn Bridge Park, Prospect Park Picnic House and Manhattan's Marcus Garvey Park
NEW YORK, Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Visitors to two of New York City's most iconic parks--Brooklyn's Prospect Park Picnic House and Pier 1 at Brooklyn Bridge Park--can now access free AT&T Wi-Fi service beginning today. Free Wi-Fi is also available at Marcus Garvey Park in Manhattan, where thousands of marathoners will run nearby on Sunday. The launch is part of a five-year digital initiative with Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg and the City of New York to provide free Wi-Fi at 26 locations in 20 New York City parks across the five boroughs. New Yorkers can now stay connected at more than half of the 20 parks.
"We want to keep New Yorkers connected wherever they are and both Prospect Park and Pier 1 are among the city's most popular parks all year round," said Tom DeVito, AT&T vice president and general manager for New York and New Jersey. "We're excited to be able to enhance the visitor experience at these locations, as well as in Marcus Garvey Park where thousands will gather this weekend to watch the New York City marathon."
"Sun, rain or snow, Brooklynites love their parks and I'm thrilled that AT&T*, Mayor Bloomberg, NYC Parks & Recreation Commissioner Adrian Benepe and Brooklyn Borough Parks Commissioner Kevin Jeffery have now connected two of our most popular destinations," said Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz. "This free Wi-Fi initiative is just one more reason why New York City--and Brooklyn especially--is home to the greatest parks in the world."
Prospect Park gets 8 million visitors a year, according to the New York City Parks Department. Brooklyn Bridge Park, located on the Brooklyn waterfront, draws visitors from across the city and world for its unique landscapes and views of Manhattan, the East River and Statue of Liberty. In addition to Prospect Park Picnic House, Pier 1 and Marcus Garvey Park, New Yorkers can now access free AT&T Wi-Fi at many other park locations across all five boroughs including:
-- Herbert Von King Park and McCarren Park Field House in Brooklyn
-- Astoria Park in Queens
-- Tompkins Square Park in Manhattan
-- Clove Lakes Park in Staten Island
-- Battery Park (Battery Bosque and Ferry Landing)
-- Rumsey Playfield
-- Areas of Thomas Jefferson Park in East Harlem
-- Joyce Kilmer Park in the Bronx
AT&T Wi-Fi at city parks will be free for all users. From most AT&T smartphones and devices, customers will be able to automatically connect and switch seamlessly between AT&T's Wi-Fi and wireless networks. Virtually all new AT&T smartphones come equipped with Wi-Fi technology, and Wi-Fi use doesn't count toward customers' smartphone data plans. Consumers are increasingly relying on AT&T Wi-Fi to connect in more places from more devices. New York City consumers made 24.5 million AT&T Wi-Fi connections in the third quarter of 2011 - more than all the connections made in all of 2008.
In addition to New York City parks, AT&T offers Wi-Fi hotspots and hotzones across the city. New York City Times Square was the site of the very first AT&T Wi-Fi Hot Zone, and AT&T has added hotzones near Rockefeller Center, near St. Patrick's Cathedral, along Park Avenue and near the Ed Sullivan Theater. AT&T Wi-Fi Hot Zones supplement mobile broadband coverage in areas with consistently high traffic.
AT&T operates the nation's largest Wi-Fi network** with more than 29,000 AT&T Wi-Fi Hot Spots at popular restaurants, hotels, bookstores and retailers, including more than 1,250 hotspot locations in the New York metro area.
For more information on AT&T Wi-Fi locations and instructions on how to connect, visit AT&T Wi-Fi Access.
*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.
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Information set forth in this news release contains financial estimates and other forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results may 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 or revise statements contained in this news release based on new information or otherwise.
SOURCE AT&T Inc.
AT&T Inc.
CONTACT: Kerri Lyon, +1-917-348-2191, klyon@skdknick.com, for AT&T Inc.
Web Site: http://www.att.com
Free Wi-Fi Now Available at Pier 1 at Brooklyn Bridge Park, Prospect Park Picnic House and Manhattan's Marcus Garvey Park
NEW YORK, Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Visitors to two of New York City's most iconic parks--Brooklyn's Prospect Park Picnic House and Pier 1 at Brooklyn Bridge Park--can now access free AT&T Wi-Fi service beginning today. Free Wi-Fi is also available at Marcus Garvey Park in Manhattan, where thousands of marathoners will run nearby on Sunday. The launch is part of a five-year digital initiative with Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg and the City of New York to provide free Wi-Fi at 26 locations in 20 New York City parks across the five boroughs. New Yorkers can now stay connected at more than half of the 20 parks.
"We want to keep New Yorkers connected wherever they are and both Prospect Park and Pier 1 are among the city's most popular parks all year round," said Tom DeVito, AT&T vice president and general manager for New York and New Jersey. "We're excited to be able to enhance the visitor experience at these locations, as well as in Marcus Garvey Park where thousands will gather this weekend to watch the New York City marathon."
"Sun, rain or snow, Brooklynites love their parks and I'm thrilled that AT&T*, Mayor Bloomberg, NYC Parks & Recreation Commissioner Adrian Benepe and Brooklyn Borough Parks Commissioner Kevin Jeffery have now connected two of our most popular destinations," said Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz. "This free Wi-Fi initiative is just one more reason why New York City--and Brooklyn especially--is home to the greatest parks in the world."
Prospect Park gets 8 million visitors a year, according to the New York City Parks Department. Brooklyn Bridge Park, located on the Brooklyn waterfront, draws visitors from across the city and world for its unique landscapes and views of Manhattan, the East River and Statue of Liberty. In addition to Prospect Park Picnic House, Pier 1 and Marcus Garvey Park, New Yorkers can now access free AT&T Wi-Fi at many other park locations across all five boroughs including:
-- Herbert Von King Park and McCarren Park Field House in Brooklyn
-- Astoria Park in Queens
-- Tompkins Square Park in Manhattan
-- Clove Lakes Park in Staten Island
-- Battery Park (Battery Bosque and Ferry Landing)
-- Rumsey Playfield
-- Areas of Thomas Jefferson Park in East Harlem
-- Joyce Kilmer Park in the Bronx
AT&T Wi-Fi at city parks will be free for all users. From most AT&T smartphones and devices, customers will be able to automatically connect and switch seamlessly between AT&T's Wi-Fi and wireless networks. Virtually all new AT&T smartphones come equipped with Wi-Fi technology, and Wi-Fi use doesn't count toward customers' smartphone data plans. Consumers are increasingly relying on AT&T Wi-Fi to connect in more places from more devices. New York City consumers made 24.5 million AT&T Wi-Fi connections in the third quarter of 2011 - more than all the connections made in all of 2008.
In addition to New York City parks, AT&T offers Wi-Fi hotspots and hotzones across the city. New York City Times Square was the site of the very first AT&T Wi-Fi Hot Zone, and AT&T has added hotzones near Rockefeller Center, near St. Patrick's Cathedral, along Park Avenue and near the Ed Sullivan Theater. AT&T Wi-Fi Hot Zones supplement mobile broadband coverage in areas with consistently high traffic.
AT&T operates the nation's largest Wi-Fi network** with more than 29,000 AT&T Wi-Fi Hot Spots at popular restaurants, hotels, bookstores and retailers, including more than 1,250 hotspot locations in the New York metro area.
For more information on AT&T Wi-Fi locations and instructions on how to connect, visit AT&T Wi-Fi Access.
*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 news release contains financial estimates and other forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results may 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 or revise statements contained in this news release based on new information or otherwise.
SOURCE AT&T Inc.
AT&T Inc.
CONTACT: Kerri Lyon, +1-917-348-2191, klyon@skdknick.com, for AT&T Inc.
Web Site: http://www.att.com
dooyoo.co.uk Users Respond Slowly to August's Digital Camera Releases
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 11:21:01 AM
dooyoo.co.uk Users Respond Slowly to August's Digital Camera Releases
PARIS, November 3, 2011/PRNewswire/ --
Reviewers on the user-generated comparison site continue to review
established models amdist exciting new product launches
Feedback and shared digital camera reviews
[http://www.dooyoo.co.uk/digital-camera ] from real users of on dooyoo.co.uk
have supported the established brands in the digital camera market this
month.
Amidst the release of several exciting new camera models in August and
September, inlcuding the Nikon Coolpix S4000, users on dooyoo.co.uk have
shown an interest in older models as well as newest releases.
One such example of this trend on dooyoo.co.uk
[http://www.dooyoo.co.uk ], a website sustained by the opinions and views of
real people who have purchased and practiced with the items, is in the case
of Nikon.
Nikon is one of the world's most respected and trusted camera brands.
The Coolpix series of compact digital cameras is an extremely popular
product range for reviewers and real-life users writing on dooyoo.co.uk.
What the reveiws and comparison site has found curious this month is the
degree to which the popularity of the 2006 and 2008 Nikon Coolpix models has
endured, as the newly-launched S4000 adds to the options for consumers.
In September 2011 the 2008 S550 a glowing 5 star review - and the
comment "would highly recommend to anyone." The S4000 also received one
review, and in doing so bolstered the popularity of the Coolpix series
overall.
The trusting of established brand series and earlier models was
reflected in customer reviews of the industry's other big hitters.
There were extremely positive reviews and attention paid to Fujifilm's
Finepix range, which scored 5 star reviews for three models in September,
closely followed in popularity by the Kodak Easyshare.
This marks a significant month of interest in the compact digital camera
market - whereas the summer saw a bump in reviews of larger-sized and
semi-professional digital cameras, the autumn so far has invited greater
interest in portable (and gift-worthy) compacts.
dooyoo is the social shopping website with a strong community that
provides information regarding the online shopping experience, including
reviews on products and shops, product details, prices and shop details to
all online users. dooyoo's dynamic Internet platform helps consumers make
informed purchasing decisions as a result of dooyoo members' collaborative
commitment and involvement. The mixture of services - advice, bargain
hunting and professional reviews - offers maximum comfort to everyone
shopping online. The exchange of shopping tips and product reviews is the
platform's special value. The dooyooCommunity's collective intelligence
creates up-to-date independent product evaluations of more than 1.5 million
products.
Matt Hopkins
press@dooyoo.co.uk
Phone: +49-30-29-39-50
Fax: +49-30-29-39-55-99
dooyoo UK Limited
Matrix House
12-16 Lionel Road
Canvey Island
Essex SS8 9DE
Source: dooyoo.co.uk
.
PARIS, November 3, 2011/PRNewswire/ --
Reviewers on the user-generated comparison site continue to review
established models amdist exciting new product launches
Feedback and shared digital camera reviews
[http://www.dooyoo.co.uk/digital-camera ] from real users of on dooyoo.co.uk
have supported the established brands in the digital camera market this
month.
Amidst the release of several exciting new camera models in August and
September, inlcuding the Nikon Coolpix S4000, users on dooyoo.co.uk have
shown an interest in older models as well as newest releases.
One such example of this trend on dooyoo.co.uk
[http://www.dooyoo.co.uk ], a website sustained by the opinions and views of
real people who have purchased and practiced with the items, is in the case
of Nikon.
Nikon is one of the world's most respected and trusted camera brands.
The Coolpix series of compact digital cameras is an extremely popular
product range for reviewers and real-life users writing on dooyoo.co.uk.
What the reveiws and comparison site has found curious this month is the
degree to which the popularity of the 2006 and 2008 Nikon Coolpix models has
endured, as the newly-launched S4000 adds to the options for consumers.
In September 2011 the 2008 S550 a glowing 5 star review - and the
comment "would highly recommend to anyone." The S4000 also received one
review, and in doing so bolstered the popularity of the Coolpix series
overall.
The trusting of established brand series and earlier models was
reflected in customer reviews of the industry's other big hitters.
There were extremely positive reviews and attention paid to Fujifilm's
Finepix range, which scored 5 star reviews for three models in September,
closely followed in popularity by the Kodak Easyshare.
This marks a significant month of interest in the compact digital camera
market - whereas the summer saw a bump in reviews of larger-sized and
semi-professional digital cameras, the autumn so far has invited greater
interest in portable (and gift-worthy) compacts.
dooyoo is the social shopping website with a strong community that
provides information regarding the online shopping experience, including
reviews on products and shops, product details, prices and shop details to
all online users. dooyoo's dynamic Internet platform helps consumers make
informed purchasing decisions as a result of dooyoo members' collaborative
commitment and involvement. The mixture of services - advice, bargain
hunting and professional reviews - offers maximum comfort to everyone
shopping online. The exchange of shopping tips and product reviews is the
platform's special value. The dooyooCommunity's collective intelligence
creates up-to-date independent product evaluations of more than 1.5 million
products.
Matt Hopkins
press@dooyoo.co.uk
Phone: +49-30-29-39-50
Fax: +49-30-29-39-55-99
dooyoo UK Limited
Matrix House
12-16 Lionel Road
Canvey Island
Essex SS8 9DE
Source: dooyoo.co.uk
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Vail Resorts Launches Second Generation of EpicMix with Pro Photo Capabilities in time for Keystone Resort's Opening Day
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 11:07:01 AM
Vail Resorts Launches Second Generation of EpicMix with Pro Photo Capabilities in time for Keystone Resort's Opening Day
Professional Photos for Guests is launching a month earlier than expected
BROOMFIELD, Colo., Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- It's not just the start of a new season. It's the start of a new era for vacation photos. When Keystone opens for the 2011-2012 season tomorrow (on Friday, Nov. 4, 2011), skiers and snowboarders will experience EpicMix Photo, the highly anticipated second generation of its award-winning popular mobile and online application that this year includes free professional photos and will revolutionize how guests take and share photos on vacation.
Starting tomorrow, a month earlier than expected, skiers and snowboarders at Keystone will be able to have their RF-enabled lift ticket or season pass scanned by any on-mountain EpicMix photographer, have their photo taken and automatically delivered to their EpicMix account. They will then be able to share these professional photos on Facebook and Twitter for free. In addition, this release of EpicMix will include numerous other improvements in functionality and new features. Vail Resorts is planning a pre-holiday update, adding even more to the EpicMix experience.
"The feedback we have received about the second generation of EpicMix and how we will incorporate photos into the experience has been overwhelming and we knew it was critical to get as much functionality as possible launched for the start of the ski season," said Rob Katz, Vail Resorts chairman and chief executive officer. "Capturing the memories of a vacation is a critical part of the "Experience of a Lifetime" we look to provide our guests. EpicMix utilizes state-of-the-art technology to give our guests a seamless and easy way to save their special moments with friends and families but does so without in any way interfering with their time on the mountain. It also changes the paradigm of professional vacation photos by giving free photos to our guests as part of their experience to share with those closest to them."
Early Release of EpicMix PhotoEpicMix professional photos will be available for guests starting tomorrow at Keystone and will be available at Vail Resorts' other five mountain resorts as they open for the 2011-2012 season. Other new functionality of EpicMix that will be available for an early preview for guests includes:
-- A re-designed user experience and enhanced functionality for the web
site (http://www.epicmix.com), mobile site and mobile apps (for iPhone and
Android)
-- The ability to view vertical feet, stats and digital pins for both the
current season and for last season
-- The ability to see where your Facebook friends are skiing or riding and
what they've accomplished
-- The option to connect your EpicMix account with Facebook and Twitter to
automatically share your photos, activity, and special accomplishments
-- The ability to see how to earn more than 350 digital pins across all six
mountains
More EpicMix Features Available in DecemberAdditional EpicMix functionality, including user generated photos and the ReMix collage, will be released before the holidays as originally planned at all six resorts.
Guests will be able to take their own photos and combine them in one place together with their vertical feet, digital pins, professional photos and memories of other special moments of their visit through the new EpicMix platform. They'll also be able to create a "Remix" collage, a singular snapshot (or jpeg) customized with their digital information that captures their entire mountain experience. EpicMix allows all of these images and information to easily be shared on Facebook and other social sites as a collage, or uploaded to popular photo websites.
Opening Day Pins and 350 Total PinsTo celebrate opening day tomorrow, Keystone guests will receive the "Keystone Opening Day" Pin through EpicMix and the first 100 guests will receive the "Unlocked" pin. Additionally, Keystone will offer a special EpicMix Photo booth at the base of the gondola at Friday's opening day. Special opening day pins will be available on opening day at Breckenridge (Nov. 11), Vail (Nov. 18), Heavenly (Nov. 18), Northstar California (Nov. 18) and Beaver Creek (Nov. 23).
This year, more than 200 new pins will be available across all six resorts - Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone, Heavenly and Northstar - and, new this year, skiers and snowboarders can get information on http://www.epicmixphoto.com on how to earn all 350 pins at all of our resorts.
Expanding the ScopeLast year, the true innovation of EpicMix was that the app and online site allowed guests to selectively share stats and information via Twitter and Facebook without requiring skiers or snowboarders to do anything other than enjoy their skiing and snowboarding experience. Instead of manual check-ins, the RF-enabled pass or ticket allows for automatic check-ins at each lift at all six resorts, which then tracks the vertical feet and rewarded guests for accomplishments like riding every lift in one day to earn the Conqueror pin.
Nearly 100,000 guests activated their EpicMix accounts last ski and snowboard season which equated to a 15-percent adoption rate and resulted in 275,000 social posts on Facebook and Twitter, and more than 35 million social impressions (based on Facebook's estimate of 130 friends per person).
This year, Vail Resorts is broadening the scope and offering nearly all guests the opportunity to participate in EpicMix by replacing almost all paper lift tickets for the 2011-2012 winter season with a reusable and durable RF-enabled card that can be loaded with their daily lift tickets or season pass.
How to Get EpicMix EpicMix will be available to all Vail Resorts guests who purchase any lift ticket or season pass on a RF-enabled card this year.
Vail Resorts season passes are currently on sale and the popular Epic Pass(TM) is back for its fourth season providing unlimited, unrestricted access to seven world-class resorts, including Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone, Heavenly and Northstar, as well as at Arapahoe Basin at $669. Visit http://www.epicmix.com or http://www.epicpass.com for more information.
Once guests get their RF-enabled pass or lift ticket, they can simply log on to http://www.epicmixphoto.com and activate their EpicMix accounts and download the free EpicMix mobile app for the iPhone, Android or other smart phone.
PrivacyThe safety and privacy of guests is the highest priority for Vail Resorts and no information collected through EpicMix will be shared unless a guest "opts in" and specifically chooses to share their information. All information collected through EpicMix is subject to the strict privacy policies of Vail Resorts. Guests can choose to disable the RF chip in their pass to prevent any scanning. Children under 13 participating in EpicMix will have limited features and a connection only to their parents' account.
For more information and to watch a video of EpicMix, visit http://www.epicmixphoto.com.
About Vail ResortsVail Resorts, Inc., through its subsidiaries, is the leading mountain resort operator in the United States. The Company's subsidiaries operate the mountain resort properties of Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge and Keystone mountain resorts in Colorado, and the Heavenly Ski Resort and Northstar California in the Lake Tahoe area of California and Nevada, and the Grand Teton Lodge Company in Jackson Hole, Wyo. The Company's subsidiary, RockResorts, a luxury resort hotel company, manages casually elegant properties across the United States and in the Caribbean. Vail Resorts Development Company is the real estate planning, development and construction subsidiary of Vail Resorts, Inc. Vail Resorts is a publicly held company traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: MTN). The Vail Resorts company website is http://www.vailresorts.com and consumer website is http://www.snow.com.
SOURCE Vail Resorts, Inc.
Vail Resorts, Inc.
CONTACT: Amy Kemp, +1-303-404-1863, akemp@vailresorts.com, or Kelly Ladyga, +1-303-404-1862, kladyga@vailresorts.com, both of Vail Resorts, Inc.
Web Site: http://www.vailresorts.com
Professional Photos for Guests is launching a month earlier than expected
BROOMFIELD, Colo., Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- It's not just the start of a new season. It's the start of a new era for vacation photos. When Keystone opens for the 2011-2012 season tomorrow (on Friday, Nov. 4, 2011), skiers and snowboarders will experience EpicMix Photo, the highly anticipated second generation of its award-winning popular mobile and online application that this year includes free professional photos and will revolutionize how guests take and share photos on vacation.
Starting tomorrow, a month earlier than expected, skiers and snowboarders at Keystone will be able to have their RF-enabled lift ticket or season pass scanned by any on-mountain EpicMix photographer, have their photo taken and automatically delivered to their EpicMix account. They will then be able to share these professional photos on Facebook and Twitter for free. In addition, this release of EpicMix will include numerous other improvements in functionality and new features. Vail Resorts is planning a pre-holiday update, adding even more to the EpicMix experience.
"The feedback we have received about the second generation of EpicMix and how we will incorporate photos into the experience has been overwhelming and we knew it was critical to get as much functionality as possible launched for the start of the ski season," said Rob Katz, Vail Resorts chairman and chief executive officer. "Capturing the memories of a vacation is a critical part of the "Experience of a Lifetime" we look to provide our guests. EpicMix utilizes state-of-the-art technology to give our guests a seamless and easy way to save their special moments with friends and families but does so without in any way interfering with their time on the mountain. It also changes the paradigm of professional vacation photos by giving free photos to our guests as part of their experience to share with those closest to them."
Early Release of EpicMix PhotoEpicMix professional photos will be available for guests starting tomorrow at Keystone and will be available at Vail Resorts' other five mountain resorts as they open for the 2011-2012 season. Other new functionality of EpicMix that will be available for an early preview for guests includes:
-- A re-designed user experience and enhanced functionality for the web
site (http://www.epicmix.com), mobile site and mobile apps (for iPhone and
Android)
-- The ability to view vertical feet, stats and digital pins for both the
current season and for last season
-- The ability to see where your Facebook friends are skiing or riding and
what they've accomplished
-- The option to connect your EpicMix account with Facebook and Twitter to
automatically share your photos, activity, and special accomplishments
-- The ability to see how to earn more than 350 digital pins across all six
mountains
More EpicMix Features Available in DecemberAdditional EpicMix functionality, including user generated photos and the ReMix collage, will be released before the holidays as originally planned at all six resorts.
Guests will be able to take their own photos and combine them in one place together with their vertical feet, digital pins, professional photos and memories of other special moments of their visit through the new EpicMix platform. They'll also be able to create a "Remix" collage, a singular snapshot (or jpeg) customized with their digital information that captures their entire mountain experience. EpicMix allows all of these images and information to easily be shared on Facebook and other social sites as a collage, or uploaded to popular photo websites.
Opening Day Pins and 350 Total PinsTo celebrate opening day tomorrow, Keystone guests will receive the "Keystone Opening Day" Pin through EpicMix and the first 100 guests will receive the "Unlocked" pin. Additionally, Keystone will offer a special EpicMix Photo booth at the base of the gondola at Friday's opening day. Special opening day pins will be available on opening day at Breckenridge (Nov. 11), Vail (Nov. 18), Heavenly (Nov. 18), Northstar California (Nov. 18) and Beaver Creek (Nov. 23).
This year, more than 200 new pins will be available across all six resorts - Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone, Heavenly and Northstar - and, new this year, skiers and snowboarders can get information on http://www.epicmixphoto.com on how to earn all 350 pins at all of our resorts.
Expanding the ScopeLast year, the true innovation of EpicMix was that the app and online site allowed guests to selectively share stats and information via Twitter and Facebook without requiring skiers or snowboarders to do anything other than enjoy their skiing and snowboarding experience. Instead of manual check-ins, the RF-enabled pass or ticket allows for automatic check-ins at each lift at all six resorts, which then tracks the vertical feet and rewarded guests for accomplishments like riding every lift in one day to earn the Conqueror pin.
Nearly 100,000 guests activated their EpicMix accounts last ski and snowboard season which equated to a 15-percent adoption rate and resulted in 275,000 social posts on Facebook and Twitter, and more than 35 million social impressions (based on Facebook's estimate of 130 friends per person).
This year, Vail Resorts is broadening the scope and offering nearly all guests the opportunity to participate in EpicMix by replacing almost all paper lift tickets for the 2011-2012 winter season with a reusable and durable RF-enabled card that can be loaded with their daily lift tickets or season pass.
How to Get EpicMix EpicMix will be available to all Vail Resorts guests who purchase any lift ticket or season pass on a RF-enabled card this year.
Vail Resorts season passes are currently on sale and the popular Epic Pass(TM) is back for its fourth season providing unlimited, unrestricted access to seven world-class resorts, including Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone, Heavenly and Northstar, as well as at Arapahoe Basin at $669. Visit http://www.epicmix.com or http://www.epicpass.com for more information.
Once guests get their RF-enabled pass or lift ticket, they can simply log on to http://www.epicmixphoto.com and activate their EpicMix accounts and download the free EpicMix mobile app for the iPhone, Android or other smart phone.
PrivacyThe safety and privacy of guests is the highest priority for Vail Resorts and no information collected through EpicMix will be shared unless a guest "opts in" and specifically chooses to share their information. All information collected through EpicMix is subject to the strict privacy policies of Vail Resorts. Guests can choose to disable the RF chip in their pass to prevent any scanning. Children under 13 participating in EpicMix will have limited features and a connection only to their parents' account.
For more information and to watch a video of EpicMix, visit http://www.epicmixphoto.com.
About Vail ResortsVail Resorts, Inc., through its subsidiaries, is the leading mountain resort operator in the United States. The Company's subsidiaries operate the mountain resort properties of Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge and Keystone mountain resorts in Colorado, and the Heavenly Ski Resort and Northstar California in the Lake Tahoe area of California and Nevada, and the Grand Teton Lodge Company in Jackson Hole, Wyo. The Company's subsidiary, RockResorts, a luxury resort hotel company, manages casually elegant properties across the United States and in the Caribbean. Vail Resorts Development Company is the real estate planning, development and construction subsidiary of Vail Resorts, Inc. Vail Resorts is a publicly held company traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: MTN). The Vail Resorts company website is http://www.vailresorts.com and consumer website is http://www.snow.com.
SOURCE Vail Resorts, Inc.
Vail Resorts, Inc.
CONTACT: Amy Kemp, +1-303-404-1863, akemp@vailresorts.com, or Kelly Ladyga, +1-303-404-1862, kladyga@vailresorts.com, both of Vail Resorts, Inc.
Web Site: http://www.vailresorts.com
Launch of Internet Start-up Maxxo With the Help of the Fiverr.com Community
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 10:56:01 AM
Launch of Internet Start-up Maxxo With the Help of the Fiverr.com Community
Source: Maxxo
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Source: Maxxo
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AT&T Expands Mobile Broadband Coverage in Greenville
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 10:28:01 AM
AT&T Expands Mobile Broadband Coverage in Greenville
New Cell Site Activated as Part of Ongoing AT&T Investment in Local Wireless Network
GREENVILLE, Pa., Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of its continuing network investment to support growing demand for advanced mobile devices and applications, AT&T* today announced the activation of a new mobile broadband cell site in Greenville that will enhance coverage for area residents and businesses in Greenville, as well as portions of State Routes 358, 58 and 18. With mobile broadband speeds, AT&T customers can surf the Web, download files faster, and enjoy the very latest interactive mobile applications.
The new cell site is one part of AT&T's ongoing efforts to drive investment and innovation to deliver the nation's best, most advanced mobile broadband experience for customers. With the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T provides accelerated mobile data speeds and simultaneous voice and data capabilities.
AT&T has also expanded wireless capacity to this site. The network enhancement adds new layers of frequency, also known as "carriers," to the cell site 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.
AT&T invested more than $100 million in its Pennsylvania wireless and wireline networks in the first half of 2011.
"As part of the Greenville community, we're always looking for new opportunities to provide enhanced coverage, and our investment in the local wireless network is just one way we're accomplishing that," said J. Michael Schweder, president, AT&T Pennsylvania. "In addition, our recently announced agreement to acquire T-Mobile USA will strengthen and expand our network in the area. 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."
"We want you to have an extraordinary experience whether you're making a phone call, sharing videos and photos with friends, checking the latest scores, or keeping your business mobile on your AT&T device," said Larry Evans, vice president and general manager, AT&T Ohio and western Pennsylvania. "Smartphones, tablets and laptops are continuing to drive unprecedented demand for wireless access everywhere. We're investing in a combination of technologies right here in the Greenville area to meet these needs and ensure an advanced broadband experience for all our customers."
AT&T's mobile broadband network is based on the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) family of technologies that includes GSM and UMTS, the most widely used wireless network platforms in the world. AT&T has the broadest international coverage of any U.S. wireless provider, providing access to voice service in more than 220 countries and data service in more than 200 countries. AT&T also offers voice and data roaming coverage on more than 135 major cruise ships, as well as mobile broadband services in more than 130 countries.
AT&T also operates the nation's largest Wi-Fi network** with nearly 27,000 hotspots in the U.S. and provides access to nearly 190,000 hotspots globally through roaming agreements. Most AT&T smartphone customers get access to our entire national Wi-Fi network at no additional cost, and Wi-Fi usage doesn't count against customers' monthly wireless data plans.
For more information about AT&T's coverage in Pennsylvania or anywhere in the United States, consumers can visit the AT&T Coverage Viewer. Using the online tool, AT&T customers can measure coverage quality of coverage from a street address, intersection, ZIP code or even a landmark.
For updates on the AT&T wireless network, please visit the AT&T network news page.
*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.
** Largest based on company branded and operated hotspots. Access includes AT&T Wi-Fi Basic. A Wi-Fi enabled device required. Other restrictions apply. See http://www.attwifi.com for details and locations.
About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) is a premier communications holding company. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet, voice and cloud-based services. A leader in mobile broadband and emerging 4G capabilities, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide of any U.S. carrier, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verse® and AT&T ?DIRECTV brands. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world. In domestic markets, AT&T Advertising Solutions and AT&T Interactive are known for their leadership in local search and advertising.
Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com. This AT&T news release and other announcements are available at http://www.att.com/newsroom and as part of an RSS feed at http://www.att.com/rss. Or follow our news on Twitter at @ATT.
© 2011 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. Mobile broadband not available in all areas. AT&T, the AT&T logo and all other marks contained herein are trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property and/or AT&T affiliated companies.
SOURCE AT&T Inc.
AT&T Inc.
CONTACT: Brandy Bell-Truskey of AT&T Corporate Communications, +1-610-995-5569, brandy.bell-truskey@att.com
Web Site: http://www.att.com
New Cell Site Activated as Part of Ongoing AT&T Investment in Local Wireless Network
GREENVILLE, Pa., Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of its continuing network investment to support growing demand for advanced mobile devices and applications, AT&T* today announced the activation of a new mobile broadband cell site in Greenville that will enhance coverage for area residents and businesses in Greenville, as well as portions of State Routes 358, 58 and 18. With mobile broadband speeds, AT&T customers can surf the Web, download files faster, and enjoy the very latest interactive mobile applications.
The new cell site is one part of AT&T's ongoing efforts to drive investment and innovation to deliver the nation's best, most advanced mobile broadband experience for customers. With the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T provides accelerated mobile data speeds and simultaneous voice and data capabilities.
AT&T has also expanded wireless capacity to this site. The network enhancement adds new layers of frequency, also known as "carriers," to the cell site 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.
AT&T invested more than $100 million in its Pennsylvania wireless and wireline networks in the first half of 2011.
"As part of the Greenville community, we're always looking for new opportunities to provide enhanced coverage, and our investment in the local wireless network is just one way we're accomplishing that," said J. Michael Schweder, president, AT&T Pennsylvania. "In addition, our recently announced agreement to acquire T-Mobile USA will strengthen and expand our network in the area. 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."
"We want you to have an extraordinary experience whether you're making a phone call, sharing videos and photos with friends, checking the latest scores, or keeping your business mobile on your AT&T device," said Larry Evans, vice president and general manager, AT&T Ohio and western Pennsylvania. "Smartphones, tablets and laptops are continuing to drive unprecedented demand for wireless access everywhere. We're investing in a combination of technologies right here in the Greenville area to meet these needs and ensure an advanced broadband experience for all our customers."
AT&T's mobile broadband network is based on the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) family of technologies that includes GSM and UMTS, the most widely used wireless network platforms in the world. AT&T has the broadest international coverage of any U.S. wireless provider, providing access to voice service in more than 220 countries and data service in more than 200 countries. AT&T also offers voice and data roaming coverage on more than 135 major cruise ships, as well as mobile broadband services in more than 130 countries.
AT&T also operates the nation's largest Wi-Fi network** with nearly 27,000 hotspots in the U.S. and provides access to nearly 190,000 hotspots globally through roaming agreements. Most AT&T smartphone customers get access to our entire national Wi-Fi network at no additional cost, and Wi-Fi usage doesn't count against customers' monthly wireless data plans.
For more information about AT&T's coverage in Pennsylvania or anywhere in the United States, consumers can visit the AT&T Coverage Viewer. Using the online tool, AT&T customers can measure coverage quality of coverage from a street address, intersection, ZIP code or even a landmark.
For updates on the AT&T wireless network, please visit the AT&T network news page.
*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.
** Largest based on company branded and operated hotspots. Access includes AT&T Wi-Fi Basic. A Wi-Fi enabled device required. Other restrictions apply. See http://www.attwifi.com for details and locations.
About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) is a premier communications holding company. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet, voice and cloud-based services. A leader in mobile broadband and emerging 4G capabilities, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide of any U.S. carrier, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verse® and AT&T ?DIRECTV brands. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world. In domestic markets, AT&T Advertising Solutions and AT&T Interactive are known for their leadership in local search and advertising.
Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com. This AT&T news release and other announcements are available at http://www.att.com/newsroom and as part of an RSS feed at http://www.att.com/rss. Or follow our news on Twitter at @ATT.
© 2011 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. Mobile broadband not available in all areas. AT&T, the AT&T logo and all other marks contained herein are trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property and/or AT&T affiliated companies.
SOURCE AT&T Inc.
AT&T Inc.
CONTACT: Brandy Bell-Truskey of AT&T Corporate Communications, +1-610-995-5569, brandy.bell-truskey@att.com
Web Site: http://www.att.com
Only One Registry Needed with New iPhone App- Wedding Registry
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 10:28:01 AM
Only One Registry Needed with New iPhone App- Wedding Registry
It's Your Very Own Personal Assistant!
SOUTH LAKE, Texas, Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Brides and Grooms-to-be will love a new iPhone app designed to make the registry process fun and easy. With the new Wedding Registry App you only need just one wedding registry. Your friends and family can buy your gifts from anywhere they want, without being forced to shop at one or two particular stores. You create the registry by simply scanning the barcode of any item in any store using your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad 2.
"The Wedding Registry App makes the whole registry process fast, easy, and fun for everyone," says James A. McNeilly, of iList Apps which developed Wedding Registry.
Here's How it WorksSimply download the free Wedding Registry app from the iTunes App Store to your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad2 and register for a free account at http://www.ilistapp.com/wedding_registry. Now, go shopping.
Next, scan the barcode of an item you would like added to your registry, or you can manually add the gifts to your list. The information is collected and categorized in your registry, both within the app and on the free companion website. You can customize and provide as much additional information as you like for every item. "The best part," says McNeilly, "You now have just one registry no matter how many different stores you've visited."
Your Friends and FamilyWhen your registry is completed you then notify each wedding guest to join your group account. Each member of your group will be able to access your entire registry. When a guest goes to your registry they can choose an item which includes; description, price, quantity, store and even pictures of all the items you scanned. When they select a gift and cross it off the list, the registry updates immediately to let everyone else know about it; because, let's face it; you only need one toaster oven!
Features of the Wedding Registry App
-- Custom features let you personalize your registry background and
display.
-- The app updates your registry effortlessly, always current.
-- The app allows you to make comments on products that you register for;
i.e. "I like this blender best in the color black".
-- It's easy to share your registry list with others by using a group ID.
-- Picture icons help to properly identify the product.
-- The app organizes items into categories, making it easy to find specific
products on your registry.
-- The barcode scanner makes it easy to catalog all items, regardless of
what store your find them in.
Choose from These Categories
-- Bedding & Bath - Bed Linen Sets, Bath Towels Sets
-- Home Keeping - Cleaning Tools & Supplies, Food Storage, Irons and
Laundry Care
-- Tabletop - Dinnerware, Flatware, Table Linens, Table Accessories
-- Glass & Bar - Casual Glassware, Formal Glassware, Stemware
-- Bake ware - Baking Dishes, Cake Pans, Sheet Pans
-- Electrics - Blenders & Juicers, Coffee Makers, Food Processor, Toasters,
Ovens
-- Cutlery - Knife Sets, Slicing & Carving Sets, Cutting Boards
-- Cookware - Cookware Sets, Fry & Saute Pans, Roasters, Teakettle
Create a Personalized InvitationCreate a personalized invitation for your very special day in these easy steps:
1. Tap the map it feature and Google maps takes you there!
2. Enter the place of attendance
3. Enter the date and time
4. Enter your names
The iList Wedding Registry App makes the exciting time of planning a wedding much less stressful. Download it today from the iTunes App Storehttp://itunes.apple.com/app/id453734688?mt=8 to your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad2 and register for a free account at http://www.ilistapp.com/wedding_registry. Check out the Daily App Show review at: http://youtu.be/NXJEtVebq68
Media contact: Scott Lorenz of Westwind iPhone App Publicity http://www.iphoneapppublicity.com 734-667-2090 or scottlorenz@iphoneapppublicity.com
SOURCE iList Apps
iList Apps
Web Site: http://www.ilistapp.com/wedding_registry
It's Your Very Own Personal Assistant!
SOUTH LAKE, Texas, Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Brides and Grooms-to-be will love a new iPhone app designed to make the registry process fun and easy. With the new Wedding Registry App you only need just one wedding registry. Your friends and family can buy your gifts from anywhere they want, without being forced to shop at one or two particular stores. You create the registry by simply scanning the barcode of any item in any store using your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad 2.
"The Wedding Registry App makes the whole registry process fast, easy, and fun for everyone," says James A. McNeilly, of iList Apps which developed Wedding Registry.
Here's How it WorksSimply download the free Wedding Registry app from the iTunes App Store to your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad2 and register for a free account at http://www.ilistapp.com/wedding_registry. Now, go shopping.
Next, scan the barcode of an item you would like added to your registry, or you can manually add the gifts to your list. The information is collected and categorized in your registry, both within the app and on the free companion website. You can customize and provide as much additional information as you like for every item. "The best part," says McNeilly, "You now have just one registry no matter how many different stores you've visited."
Your Friends and FamilyWhen your registry is completed you then notify each wedding guest to join your group account. Each member of your group will be able to access your entire registry. When a guest goes to your registry they can choose an item which includes; description, price, quantity, store and even pictures of all the items you scanned. When they select a gift and cross it off the list, the registry updates immediately to let everyone else know about it; because, let's face it; you only need one toaster oven!
Features of the Wedding Registry App
-- Custom features let you personalize your registry background and
display.
-- The app updates your registry effortlessly, always current.
-- The app allows you to make comments on products that you register for;
i.e. "I like this blender best in the color black".
-- It's easy to share your registry list with others by using a group ID.
-- Picture icons help to properly identify the product.
-- The app organizes items into categories, making it easy to find specific
products on your registry.
-- The barcode scanner makes it easy to catalog all items, regardless of
what store your find them in.
Choose from These Categories
-- Bedding & Bath - Bed Linen Sets, Bath Towels Sets
-- Home Keeping - Cleaning Tools & Supplies, Food Storage, Irons and
Laundry Care
-- Tabletop - Dinnerware, Flatware, Table Linens, Table Accessories
-- Glass & Bar - Casual Glassware, Formal Glassware, Stemware
-- Bake ware - Baking Dishes, Cake Pans, Sheet Pans
-- Electrics - Blenders & Juicers, Coffee Makers, Food Processor, Toasters,
Ovens
-- Cutlery - Knife Sets, Slicing & Carving Sets, Cutting Boards
-- Cookware - Cookware Sets, Fry & Saute Pans, Roasters, Teakettle
Create a Personalized InvitationCreate a personalized invitation for your very special day in these easy steps:
1. Tap the map it feature and Google maps takes you there!
2. Enter the place of attendance
3. Enter the date and time
4. Enter your names
The iList Wedding Registry App makes the exciting time of planning a wedding much less stressful. Download it today from the iTunes App Storehttp://itunes.apple.com/app/id453734688?mt=8 to your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad2 and register for a free account at http://www.ilistapp.com/wedding_registry. Check out the Daily App Show review at: http://youtu.be/NXJEtVebq68
Media contact: Scott Lorenz of Westwind iPhone App Publicity http://www.iphoneapppublicity.com 734-667-2090 or scottlorenz@iphoneapppublicity.com
SOURCE iList Apps
iList Apps
Web Site: http://www.ilistapp.com/wedding_registry
n-Tier Releases AccessPoint for iPad
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 10:21:01 AM
n-Tier Releases AccessPoint for iPad
Advanced iPad app enables people to easily and securely access all of their business or personal files directly on their iPad either online or offline
NEW YORK, Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- n-Tier Financial Services, a leading provider of information management software today announced the release of AccessPoint for iPad, a unique iPad app which enables people to easily and securely access all of their business or personal files directly on their iPad while either online or offline.
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Using AccessPoint for iPad people can now enjoy the flexibility of having their files available when and where they need them and can access all of their different content directly on their iPad with or without a network connection.
"With the successful release of AccessPoint for iPad we have achieved a significant expansion in the capabilities of our AccessPoint offering. And, we have furthered our goal of providing clients with the ability to easily access all of their different content from any platform and any location," said Peter Gargone, n-Tier's founder and CEO. "AccessPoint for iPad provides our customers with seamless access to all of their content directly on their iPad and provides them with an easy to use interface for organizing, classifying, and accessing that content. The app leverages our AccessPoint Portal secure cloud environment, can be used to store and access any type of files, and requires zero investment in technology or infrastructure from clients."
The app can be downloaded from the App Store using the link AccessPoint for iPad.
For additional information please visit http://www.ntierfs.com.
About n-Tier Financial Services
n-Tier Financial Services, LLC is a leading provider of information management software with clients ranging from individuals, small to medium businesses, to some of the largest global organizations. n-Tier offers software which can be used by both individuals personally or by businesses of all sizes. n-Tier's software provides a comprehensive set of integrated functionality which can be applied across all industries and disciplines to resolve a broad range of information management challenges. For additional information please visit http://www.ntierfs.com or email team@ntierfs.com.
CONTACT: pr@ntierfs.com
SOURCE n-Tier Financial Services
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n-Tier Financial Services
CONTACT: Peter Gargone, +1-212-370-7801
Web Site: http://www.ntierfs.com/
Advanced iPad app enables people to easily and securely access all of their business or personal files directly on their iPad either online or offline
NEW YORK, Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- n-Tier Financial Services, a leading provider of information management software today announced the release of AccessPoint for iPad, a unique iPad app which enables people to easily and securely access all of their business or personal files directly on their iPad while either online or offline.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20111103/NY99486LOGO )
Using AccessPoint for iPad people can now enjoy the flexibility of having their files available when and where they need them and can access all of their different content directly on their iPad with or without a network connection.
"With the successful release of AccessPoint for iPad we have achieved a significant expansion in the capabilities of our AccessPoint offering. And, we have furthered our goal of providing clients with the ability to easily access all of their different content from any platform and any location," said Peter Gargone, n-Tier's founder and CEO. "AccessPoint for iPad provides our customers with seamless access to all of their content directly on their iPad and provides them with an easy to use interface for organizing, classifying, and accessing that content. The app leverages our AccessPoint Portal secure cloud environment, can be used to store and access any type of files, and requires zero investment in technology or infrastructure from clients."
The app can be downloaded from the App Store using the link AccessPoint for iPad.
For additional information please visit http://www.ntierfs.com.
About n-Tier Financial Services
n-Tier Financial Services, LLC is a leading provider of information management software with clients ranging from individuals, small to medium businesses, to some of the largest global organizations. n-Tier offers software which can be used by both individuals personally or by businesses of all sizes. n-Tier's software provides a comprehensive set of integrated functionality which can be applied across all industries and disciplines to resolve a broad range of information management challenges. For additional information please visit http://www.ntierfs.com or email team@ntierfs.com.
CONTACT: pr@ntierfs.com
SOURCE n-Tier Financial Services
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n-Tier Financial Services
CONTACT: Peter Gargone, +1-212-370-7801
Web Site: http://www.ntierfs.com/
IBM Advances its Security Intelligence Portfolio with New Analytics
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 10:14:01 AM
IBM Advances its Security Intelligence Portfolio with New Analytics
Tools and Services help Clients Better Prevent Security Breaches
ARMONK, N.Y., Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- IBM (NYSE: IBM) is extending its proven security services portfolio to include enhanced analytic tools and services to provide deeper, real-time analysis of advance threats. By detecting outlying behavior and threading together diverse contextual data, these services can help organizations make rapid decisions to prevent security breaches from impacting the business.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20090416/IBMLOGO)
IBM's new intelligence tools and services enable enterprises to analyze complex data from multiple sources to determine in real-time how to adjust or change their security strategies. Today, critical information that can affect a company's security profile comes from a variety of sources - including the Cloud, social media networks, and mobile computing applications.
With these new tools and services, business leaders can more clearly map their security, risk and compliance requirements to business needs while allowing for growth and innovation.
Today's announcement strengthens IBM's offerings around advanced security analytics -- following IBM's acquisition of Q1 Labs, a provider of security intelligence software, and the creation of the new IBM Security Systems Division in October. Q1 Labs will join the more than 10 strategic security acquisitions IBM has made in the last decade and the more than 25 analytics-related purchases.
"IBM recognizes a client's need to get ahead of the threats in today's complex security landscape," said Marisa Viveros, vice president, IBM Security Services. "We are applying our nearly five decades of security experience to help clients move from a reactive position to a proactive one, using analytics to anticipate threats as they appear instead of after the fact."
The IBM analytics tools and services include:
-- New Suspicious Host Dashboard provides real-time identification of
advanced threats, such as botnets. By using in-and-outbound firewall
logs, threat intelligence feeds, intrusion detection and prevention
events and geographic Internet Protocol (IP) location data, IBM
automatically identifies and prioritizes the most severe threats
--before they impact business functionality.
-- New IP Intelligence Report provides on-demand analysis of individual IP
addresses in the form of a consolidated, one-page report that contains a
deep dive analysis on the threats posed, vulnerabilities that exist and
remediation activities under way. The consolidated report gives clients
and IBM Threat Analysts increased visibility while reducing the time and
complexity of analyzing multiple data sets.
-- Enhanced Automated Intelligence (AI) correlation engine enables IBM to
chain together alerts from multiple service offerings to identify
sequences of activity that equate to higher severity security incidents.
These correlated alerts validate the severity of threats by lowering the
rate of false positives and streamlining the identification of advanced
threats that target individual customers or attack activities across the
entire managed security services (MSS) customer data set.
-- New IP Center Dashboard provides IBM threat analysts enhanced query
capabilities across the MSS customer data set, enabling faster profiling
of suspected attackers, returning a breakdown of the customers and
industries affected, the attacks delivered as well as a threat score.
Just as the police can check a driver's license number for information
including prior arrests and felony convictions, IBM threat analysts can
perform checks to validate the severity of circumstances, streamlining
the prioritization of remediation activities.
These new and enhanced capabilities will be offered as part of six subscription services that feed results from firewall logs, intrusion detection and prevention events and vulnerability scans into the X-Force Protection System and its cloud-based analytic engine. When used together, the data sets from the subscription services provide superior visibility into an IT environment, strengthening enterprise security and enabling more rapid remediation of advanced threats.
IBM is also announcing a new managed security information and event management (managed SIEM) solution, coinciding with the October acquisition of Q1 Labs. This solution uses analytics tools to provide a powerful around-the-clock security monitoring and reporting system that can proactively identify and help prevent threats. This customer premise equipment-based solution, which utilizes IBM Tivoli, Q1 Labs and other multivendor SIEM systems, can improve system uptime and performance and add value to existing SIEM investments.
IBM operates the world's broadest security research and development organization, comprising nine security operations centers, nine IBM Research centers, 11 software security development labs and an Institute for Advanced Security, with chapters in the United States, Europe and Asia Pacific. IBM monitors 13 billion security events per day in more than 130 countries and holds 3,000 security patents. IBM has been in the security business for nearly 50 years dating back to the security innovation in its mainframe systems.
For more information on IBM security, please visit: http://www.ibm.com/security
IBM Media Contact Darcy Hansen IBM Media Relations917-472-3692hansenda@us.ibm.com
SOURCE IBM
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IBM
Web Site: http://www.ibm.com
Tools and Services help Clients Better Prevent Security Breaches
ARMONK, N.Y., Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- IBM (NYSE: IBM) is extending its proven security services portfolio to include enhanced analytic tools and services to provide deeper, real-time analysis of advance threats. By detecting outlying behavior and threading together diverse contextual data, these services can help organizations make rapid decisions to prevent security breaches from impacting the business.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20090416/IBMLOGO)
IBM's new intelligence tools and services enable enterprises to analyze complex data from multiple sources to determine in real-time how to adjust or change their security strategies. Today, critical information that can affect a company's security profile comes from a variety of sources - including the Cloud, social media networks, and mobile computing applications.
With these new tools and services, business leaders can more clearly map their security, risk and compliance requirements to business needs while allowing for growth and innovation.
Today's announcement strengthens IBM's offerings around advanced security analytics -- following IBM's acquisition of Q1 Labs, a provider of security intelligence software, and the creation of the new IBM Security Systems Division in October. Q1 Labs will join the more than 10 strategic security acquisitions IBM has made in the last decade and the more than 25 analytics-related purchases.
"IBM recognizes a client's need to get ahead of the threats in today's complex security landscape," said Marisa Viveros, vice president, IBM Security Services. "We are applying our nearly five decades of security experience to help clients move from a reactive position to a proactive one, using analytics to anticipate threats as they appear instead of after the fact."
The IBM analytics tools and services include:
-- New Suspicious Host Dashboard provides real-time identification of
advanced threats, such as botnets. By using in-and-outbound firewall
logs, threat intelligence feeds, intrusion detection and prevention
events and geographic Internet Protocol (IP) location data, IBM
automatically identifies and prioritizes the most severe threats
--before they impact business functionality.
-- New IP Intelligence Report provides on-demand analysis of individual IP
addresses in the form of a consolidated, one-page report that contains a
deep dive analysis on the threats posed, vulnerabilities that exist and
remediation activities under way. The consolidated report gives clients
and IBM Threat Analysts increased visibility while reducing the time and
complexity of analyzing multiple data sets.
-- Enhanced Automated Intelligence (AI) correlation engine enables IBM to
chain together alerts from multiple service offerings to identify
sequences of activity that equate to higher severity security incidents.
These correlated alerts validate the severity of threats by lowering the
rate of false positives and streamlining the identification of advanced
threats that target individual customers or attack activities across the
entire managed security services (MSS) customer data set.
-- New IP Center Dashboard provides IBM threat analysts enhanced query
capabilities across the MSS customer data set, enabling faster profiling
of suspected attackers, returning a breakdown of the customers and
industries affected, the attacks delivered as well as a threat score.
Just as the police can check a driver's license number for information
including prior arrests and felony convictions, IBM threat analysts can
perform checks to validate the severity of circumstances, streamlining
the prioritization of remediation activities.
These new and enhanced capabilities will be offered as part of six subscription services that feed results from firewall logs, intrusion detection and prevention events and vulnerability scans into the X-Force Protection System and its cloud-based analytic engine. When used together, the data sets from the subscription services provide superior visibility into an IT environment, strengthening enterprise security and enabling more rapid remediation of advanced threats.
IBM is also announcing a new managed security information and event management (managed SIEM) solution, coinciding with the October acquisition of Q1 Labs. This solution uses analytics tools to provide a powerful around-the-clock security monitoring and reporting system that can proactively identify and help prevent threats. This customer premise equipment-based solution, which utilizes IBM Tivoli, Q1 Labs and other multivendor SIEM systems, can improve system uptime and performance and add value to existing SIEM investments.
IBM operates the world's broadest security research and development organization, comprising nine security operations centers, nine IBM Research centers, 11 software security development labs and an Institute for Advanced Security, with chapters in the United States, Europe and Asia Pacific. IBM monitors 13 billion security events per day in more than 130 countries and holds 3,000 security patents. IBM has been in the security business for nearly 50 years dating back to the security innovation in its mainframe systems.
For more information on IBM security, please visit: http://www.ibm.com/security
IBM Media Contact Darcy Hansen IBM Media Relations917-472-3692hansenda@us.ibm.com
SOURCE IBM
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IBM
Web Site: http://www.ibm.com
New Gaming Site, ArcadeWeb, Attracts Over 4 Million Unique Monthly Visitors Just Six Months After Launch
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 10:14:01 AM
New Gaming Site, ArcadeWeb, Attracts Over 4 Million Unique Monthly Visitors Just Six Months After Launch
Fast-growing gaming destination is only major site to combine free, high-quality tournament games and daily cash prizes
IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- New kid on the online gaming block, ArcadeWeb - where gamers play for free and win daily cash prizes - announced today that it's already attracting over 4 million unique monthly visitors, just six months after launch. The social, tournament-style site has rapidly become the largest gaming destination offering players thousands of free casual games, and the chance to compete in tournaments awarding up to $1,500 a day in cash prizes.
ArcadeWeb, which launched in May 2011, has drawn over 4 million unique monthly visitors for each of the last three months, and has quickly attracted 200% - 500% more gamers than its more established, direct competitors. Of those, nearly half a million have registered as members, and are spending an average of 20 minutes-plus at ArcadeWeb each day, roughly on a par with highly engaged Facebook users.(1)
"While there are many, many online gaming options to choose from, ArcadeWeb is unique in offering great, fun games for free and the chance to win cold, hard - as opposed to 'virtual' - currency. After all, real people live in a tough, not virtual, economy, so we award real, not virtual, prizes," said Adriano Parrotta, VP, Social Games, ArcadeWeb.com. "We're thrilled that millions of people are discovering the simple, yet game-changing, premise behind ArcadeWeb: have fun for free, and win money while you're at it - all with the peace-of-mind that a secure TRUSTe certified site delivers."
The ArcadeWeb Difference:
-- 'Freemium' Gaming: ArcadeWeb gamers have access to over 2,400 high
quality, free casual games, including puzzle, arcade, strategy, action,
adventure and 3D games, etc. And with a free membership, they can
compete in tournaments to win cash prizes, without the hassle and
expense of having to purchase 'virtual' currency required by other
sites.
-- Unlike most tournament games that focus on hardcore gamers, ArcadeWeb
lets casual gamers (at every skill level) compete for, and win, real
cash prizes.
-- With ten daily tournaments, cash gift cards totaling up to $1,500 are
awarded every single day.
-- Complete, 100%-guaranteed gamer privacy and computer protection.
-- Because the site is supported by 100% user-initiated, in-text ads,
gamers can play for free and win cash.
About ArcadeWeb
Launched in mid-2011, ArcadeWeb has rapidly become one of the largest, most highly-trafficked gaming sites on the Web, and is one of the only sites to offer thousands of free games, and a chance for gamers to compete in daily tournaments to win real cash prizes. Unlike gaming sites that make people purchase virtual currency to compete for virtual rewards, ad-supported ArcadeWeb lets users play and compete for free, and the site awards up to $45,000 every month in cash prizes to its users. McAfee-, Verisign- and TRUSTe-certified, ArcadeWeb guarantees complete gamer privacy protection.
(1) RescueTime data, 2011: Facebook users spend 23 minutes/day at the site.
SOURCE ArcadeWeb
ArcadeWeb
CONTACT: Melanie Webber, mWEBB Communications, +1-424-603-4340, melanie@mwebbcom.com, or Angela Jacobson, mWEBB Communications, +1-714-454-8776, angela@mwebbcom.com
Web Site: http://www.arcadeweb.com
Fast-growing gaming destination is only major site to combine free, high-quality tournament games and daily cash prizes
IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- New kid on the online gaming block, ArcadeWeb - where gamers play for free and win daily cash prizes - announced today that it's already attracting over 4 million unique monthly visitors, just six months after launch. The social, tournament-style site has rapidly become the largest gaming destination offering players thousands of free casual games, and the chance to compete in tournaments awarding up to $1,500 a day in cash prizes.
ArcadeWeb, which launched in May 2011, has drawn over 4 million unique monthly visitors for each of the last three months, and has quickly attracted 200% - 500% more gamers than its more established, direct competitors. Of those, nearly half a million have registered as members, and are spending an average of 20 minutes-plus at ArcadeWeb each day, roughly on a par with highly engaged Facebook users.(1)
"While there are many, many online gaming options to choose from, ArcadeWeb is unique in offering great, fun games for free and the chance to win cold, hard - as opposed to 'virtual' - currency. After all, real people live in a tough, not virtual, economy, so we award real, not virtual, prizes," said Adriano Parrotta, VP, Social Games, ArcadeWeb.com. "We're thrilled that millions of people are discovering the simple, yet game-changing, premise behind ArcadeWeb: have fun for free, and win money while you're at it - all with the peace-of-mind that a secure TRUSTe certified site delivers."
The ArcadeWeb Difference:
-- 'Freemium' Gaming: ArcadeWeb gamers have access to over 2,400 high
quality, free casual games, including puzzle, arcade, strategy, action,
adventure and 3D games, etc. And with a free membership, they can
compete in tournaments to win cash prizes, without the hassle and
expense of having to purchase 'virtual' currency required by other
sites.
-- Unlike most tournament games that focus on hardcore gamers, ArcadeWeb
lets casual gamers (at every skill level) compete for, and win, real
cash prizes.
-- With ten daily tournaments, cash gift cards totaling up to $1,500 are
awarded every single day.
-- Complete, 100%-guaranteed gamer privacy and computer protection.
-- Because the site is supported by 100% user-initiated, in-text ads,
gamers can play for free and win cash.
About ArcadeWeb
Launched in mid-2011, ArcadeWeb has rapidly become one of the largest, most highly-trafficked gaming sites on the Web, and is one of the only sites to offer thousands of free games, and a chance for gamers to compete in daily tournaments to win real cash prizes. Unlike gaming sites that make people purchase virtual currency to compete for virtual rewards, ad-supported ArcadeWeb lets users play and compete for free, and the site awards up to $45,000 every month in cash prizes to its users. McAfee-, Verisign- and TRUSTe-certified, ArcadeWeb guarantees complete gamer privacy protection.
(1) RescueTime data, 2011: Facebook users spend 23 minutes/day at the site.
SOURCE ArcadeWeb
ArcadeWeb
CONTACT: Melanie Webber, mWEBB Communications, +1-424-603-4340, melanie@mwebbcom.com, or Angela Jacobson, mWEBB Communications, +1-714-454-8776, angela@mwebbcom.com
Web Site: http://www.arcadeweb.com
National Spotlight Shines on Texas' Diverse and Dynamic Cuisine
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 9:14:01 AM
National Spotlight Shines on Texas' Diverse and Dynamic Cuisine
Microsite Showcases the State's Exciting Culinary Offerings
AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Everything is bigger in Texas, including the Lone Star State's tantalizing culinary experiences. To celebrate Texas' unique flavors, which are showcased on this season of Bravo's Emmy® award-winning culinary competition series "Top Chef," Texas Tourism has launched a culinary microsite (http://www.traveltex.com/culinary) that features delicious tours, videos, "Top Chef" filming locations and other helpful resources for Texas-bound food lovers.
"From barbecue, Tex-Mex and seafood, to upscale restaurants and down-home Southern comfort food, Texas cuisine is as storied as our history and as varied as our culture," said Julie Chase, Tourism Director for the Office of the Governor, Economic Development and Tourism. "Our world-class destinations allow visitors to experience innovative culinary offerings from a broad spectrum of cuisines in every region of the state."
Texas has long been famous for Gulf seafood, barbeque and steaks, and is the birthplace of Tex-Mex; the hamburger (Athens) and its quintessential companion, onion rings (Dallas); chili (San Antonio), Dr Pepper (Waco) and the corn dog (Dallas). Home to the Hill Country Wine Trails, Texas is the nation's fifth largest wine producing state, with more than 220 wineries. But this is just the tip of the culinary iceberg: Texas' dynamic cities are national hotspots for creative fine dining, where renowned chefs showcase innovative culinary skills in exciting new restaurants.
Thanks to this rich history and emergence as a culinary powerhouse, the Lone Star State was selected as the location for the ninth season of "Top Chef," which premiered on November 2. Dubbed "Top Chef: Texas," this season is the first to showcase an entire state, including three separate cities, and features a variety of Texas locales and cuisines. San Antonio - which is home to The Culinary Institute of America, San Antonio, one of only four CIA campuses worldwide - serves as the season's host city, with the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex and Austin also featured throughout the season.
For more information about Texas culinary experiences and news, as well as details on "Top Chef: Texas," please visit http://www.traveltex.com and find us on Twitter (@texastourism) and on Facebook.
About Tourism in Texas
Tourism is one of the largest industries in Texas, supporting 529,000 jobs across the state. In 2010, travelers spent an estimated $57.5 billion in Texas. Travel expenditures generated $2.9 billion in state taxes and $1 billion in local taxes. For more information on Texas travel events and vacation destinations, or for a free Travel Guide, visit TravelTex.com.
SOURCE Texas Tourism
Texas Tourism
CONTACT: Kim Tillinghast, +1-512-634-3664, kim.tillinghast@edelman.com, or Reid Schwartz, +1-512-634-3667, reid.schwartz@edelman.com, both of Edelman Southwest for Texas Tourism
Web Site: http://www.traveltex.com
Microsite Showcases the State's Exciting Culinary Offerings
AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Everything is bigger in Texas, including the Lone Star State's tantalizing culinary experiences. To celebrate Texas' unique flavors, which are showcased on this season of Bravo's Emmy® award-winning culinary competition series "Top Chef," Texas Tourism has launched a culinary microsite (http://www.traveltex.com/culinary) that features delicious tours, videos, "Top Chef" filming locations and other helpful resources for Texas-bound food lovers.
"From barbecue, Tex-Mex and seafood, to upscale restaurants and down-home Southern comfort food, Texas cuisine is as storied as our history and as varied as our culture," said Julie Chase, Tourism Director for the Office of the Governor, Economic Development and Tourism. "Our world-class destinations allow visitors to experience innovative culinary offerings from a broad spectrum of cuisines in every region of the state."
Texas has long been famous for Gulf seafood, barbeque and steaks, and is the birthplace of Tex-Mex; the hamburger (Athens) and its quintessential companion, onion rings (Dallas); chili (San Antonio), Dr Pepper (Waco) and the corn dog (Dallas). Home to the Hill Country Wine Trails, Texas is the nation's fifth largest wine producing state, with more than 220 wineries. But this is just the tip of the culinary iceberg: Texas' dynamic cities are national hotspots for creative fine dining, where renowned chefs showcase innovative culinary skills in exciting new restaurants.
Thanks to this rich history and emergence as a culinary powerhouse, the Lone Star State was selected as the location for the ninth season of "Top Chef," which premiered on November 2. Dubbed "Top Chef: Texas," this season is the first to showcase an entire state, including three separate cities, and features a variety of Texas locales and cuisines. San Antonio - which is home to The Culinary Institute of America, San Antonio, one of only four CIA campuses worldwide - serves as the season's host city, with the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex and Austin also featured throughout the season.
For more information about Texas culinary experiences and news, as well as details on "Top Chef: Texas," please visit http://www.traveltex.com and find us on Twitter (@texastourism) and on Facebook.
About Tourism in Texas
Tourism is one of the largest industries in Texas, supporting 529,000 jobs across the state. In 2010, travelers spent an estimated $57.5 billion in Texas. Travel expenditures generated $2.9 billion in state taxes and $1 billion in local taxes. For more information on Texas travel events and vacation destinations, or for a free Travel Guide, visit TravelTex.com.
SOURCE Texas Tourism
Texas Tourism
CONTACT: Kim Tillinghast, +1-512-634-3664, kim.tillinghast@edelman.com, or Reid Schwartz, +1-512-634-3667, reid.schwartz@edelman.com, both of Edelman Southwest for Texas Tourism
Web Site: http://www.traveltex.com
CenTrak, a Leading Real-Time Location System Provider, Unveils New Branding
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 9:14:01 AM
CenTrak, a Leading Real-Time Location System Provider, Unveils New Branding
New branding more accurately reflects the changing RTLS environment as well as CenTrak's positioning, personality and mission within it.
NEWTOWN, Pa., Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- CenTrak, a leading Real-Time Location System provider for healthcare, is pleased to unveil its new brand positioning - The SmarterReal-Time Location System. The new messaging better captures all of the inherent advantages of the CenTrak RTLS -
-- Easy Installation and Maintenance
-- Open Platform to Support Multiple Applications
-- Industry-Leading Accuracy, Performance and Battery Life
(Logo: <font size="2" face="Arial">http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20111103/PH99163LOGO )</font>
The new branding has been executed in all key foundational elements including the company's external website (http://www.centrak.com).
"The new brand more closely captures CenTrak's personality, as well as our commitment to quality and performance - both being second-to-none. It positions us for continued growth and audience mindshare," said Dr. Ari Naim, CEO and Co-founder of CenTrak.
Adam Peck, Director of Marketing, who started at CenTrak in May 2011, drove the strategy for the new brand look and feel. "The new brand more clearly communicates the significant advantages and unique attributes inherent in the CenTrak infrastructure vital to growth of our industry. My first priority has been to establish a means to help expand the healthcare industry's understanding of the multitude of uses for real-time locating while demonstrating how CenTrak through unparalleled innovation, commitment to product quality and performance is enabling them."
About CenTrak
CenTrak(TM) is The Smarter Real-Time Location System(TM) (RTLS) - the leading provider of precise, adaptable, and cost-effective location solutions for healthcare facilities. The patented CenTrak Hybrid RTLS Technology(TM) uniquely combines Gen2IR and active RFID technologies to deliver certainty-based location data, a requirement for workflow and other key healthcare management applications. CenTrak delivers unmatched speed, performance and power-efficiency making it a smarter technology investment. As the only predominantly battery-powered RTLS network, CenTrak(TM) offers easy installation (no in-room wiring) as well as affordable enterprise-wide scalability. The CenTrak RTLS is in-use in over 15 million square feet of world-class healthcare facilities spanning three continents.
SOURCE CenTrak
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20111103/PH99163LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
CenTrak
CONTACT: CONTACT: Adam Peck, +1-215-860-2928 x225, apeck@centrak.com
Web Site: http://www.centrak.com
New branding more accurately reflects the changing RTLS environment as well as CenTrak's positioning, personality and mission within it.
NEWTOWN, Pa., Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- CenTrak, a leading Real-Time Location System provider for healthcare, is pleased to unveil its new brand positioning - The SmarterReal-Time Location System. The new messaging better captures all of the inherent advantages of the CenTrak RTLS -
-- Easy Installation and Maintenance
-- Open Platform to Support Multiple Applications
-- Industry-Leading Accuracy, Performance and Battery Life
(Logo: <font size="2" face="Arial">http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20111103/PH99163LOGO )</font>
The new branding has been executed in all key foundational elements including the company's external website (http://www.centrak.com).
"The new brand more closely captures CenTrak's personality, as well as our commitment to quality and performance - both being second-to-none. It positions us for continued growth and audience mindshare," said Dr. Ari Naim, CEO and Co-founder of CenTrak.
Adam Peck, Director of Marketing, who started at CenTrak in May 2011, drove the strategy for the new brand look and feel. "The new brand more clearly communicates the significant advantages and unique attributes inherent in the CenTrak infrastructure vital to growth of our industry. My first priority has been to establish a means to help expand the healthcare industry's understanding of the multitude of uses for real-time locating while demonstrating how CenTrak through unparalleled innovation, commitment to product quality and performance is enabling them."
About CenTrak
CenTrak(TM) is The Smarter Real-Time Location System(TM) (RTLS) - the leading provider of precise, adaptable, and cost-effective location solutions for healthcare facilities. The patented CenTrak Hybrid RTLS Technology(TM) uniquely combines Gen2IR and active RFID technologies to deliver certainty-based location data, a requirement for workflow and other key healthcare management applications. CenTrak delivers unmatched speed, performance and power-efficiency making it a smarter technology investment. As the only predominantly battery-powered RTLS network, CenTrak(TM) offers easy installation (no in-room wiring) as well as affordable enterprise-wide scalability. The CenTrak RTLS is in-use in over 15 million square feet of world-class healthcare facilities spanning three continents.
SOURCE CenTrak
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20111103/PH99163LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
CenTrak
CONTACT: CONTACT: Adam Peck, +1-215-860-2928 x225, apeck@centrak.com
Web Site: http://www.centrak.com
UBM Studios Launches Free Mobile App for Service Members, Veterans and Military Spouses Seeking Employment Through Milicruit's Virtual Career Fairs
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 9:07:01 AM
UBM Studios Launches Free Mobile App for Service Members, Veterans and Military Spouses Seeking Employment Through Milicruit's Virtual Career Fairs
CHICAGO, Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- UBM Studios today launched a free mobile application for service members, veterans and military spouses seeking employment through Milicruit's virtual career fair environment.
Now through smart phones users can access the mobile application to:
-- Access company information & contact recruiters
-- Watch videos
-- Review the Milicruit calendar of upcoming virtual career fairs
-- Receive direct feeds of current veteran unemployment news
"The key to delivering a successful digital experience is to deliver the right content, on the right platform to the right audience with the right user interface," said Michael O'Sullivan, Creative Director, UBM Studios. "This new app will help keep veteran job seekers using mobile devices connected to the Milicruit environment regardless of their location."
The new app is free to download and is available through iTunes and Android Marketplace.
The next Milicruit national virtual career fair is scheduled to take place on November 10, 2011 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. EST. Service members, veterans, and military spouses can register for the Milicruit service at http://www.veteranscareerfair.com The Milicruit service provides employers an opportunity to meet and interact with job seekers in real-time through high-speed internet access.
In addition, the Milicruit environment is open and available 24/7/365 and job seekers can visit employer booths to research the company, watch videos, visit the employer website, view and apply for jobs and send recruiters messages.
About UBM Studios
UBM Studios is a global leader in interactive digital environments transforming the way audiences connect, educate and engage. UBM Studios offers a complete global marketing service from content and audience to creative and analytics creating world-class user engagement. For additional information on UBM Studios, visit http://www.ubmstudios.com.
About Milicruit
Milicruit is the recognized leader in virtual recruiting environments for military veterans. Powered by UBM Studios, Milicruit brings employers who are committed to helping returning veterans find suitable employment together with job-seeking military veterans and their spouses. Given the large number of veterans looking to reenter the civilian job market, Milicruit allows employers and job seekers to meet and interact in a convenient online setting. For additional information on Milicruit or to purchase virtual career fair services, visit http://www.milicruit.com or contact Kevin O'Brien, at (215) 525-5776 x101 or kevin.obrien@ubm.com.
About UBM LLC
UBM LLC is a leading global business media company. We inform markets and bring the world's buyers and sellers together at events, online, in print and provide them with the information they need to do business successfully. We focus on serving professional commercial communities, from doctors to game developers, from journalists to jewellery traders, from farmers to pharmacists around the world. Our 6,000 staff in more than 30 countries are organised into specialist teams that serve these communities, helping them to do business and their markets to work effectively and efficiently.
SOURCE UBM Studios
UBM Studios
CONTACT: Michele McPhail, UBM Studios, +1-773-687-4321, michele.mcphail@ubm.com
Web Site: http://www.ubmstudios.com
CHICAGO, Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- UBM Studios today launched a free mobile application for service members, veterans and military spouses seeking employment through Milicruit's virtual career fair environment.
Now through smart phones users can access the mobile application to:
-- Access company information & contact recruiters
-- Watch videos
-- Review the Milicruit calendar of upcoming virtual career fairs
-- Receive direct feeds of current veteran unemployment news
"The key to delivering a successful digital experience is to deliver the right content, on the right platform to the right audience with the right user interface," said Michael O'Sullivan, Creative Director, UBM Studios. "This new app will help keep veteran job seekers using mobile devices connected to the Milicruit environment regardless of their location."
The new app is free to download and is available through iTunes and Android Marketplace.
The next Milicruit national virtual career fair is scheduled to take place on November 10, 2011 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. EST. Service members, veterans, and military spouses can register for the Milicruit service at http://www.veteranscareerfair.com The Milicruit service provides employers an opportunity to meet and interact with job seekers in real-time through high-speed internet access.
In addition, the Milicruit environment is open and available 24/7/365 and job seekers can visit employer booths to research the company, watch videos, visit the employer website, view and apply for jobs and send recruiters messages.
About UBM Studios
UBM Studios is a global leader in interactive digital environments transforming the way audiences connect, educate and engage. UBM Studios offers a complete global marketing service from content and audience to creative and analytics creating world-class user engagement. For additional information on UBM Studios, visit http://www.ubmstudios.com.
About Milicruit
Milicruit is the recognized leader in virtual recruiting environments for military veterans. Powered by UBM Studios, Milicruit brings employers who are committed to helping returning veterans find suitable employment together with job-seeking military veterans and their spouses. Given the large number of veterans looking to reenter the civilian job market, Milicruit allows employers and job seekers to meet and interact in a convenient online setting. For additional information on Milicruit or to purchase virtual career fair services, visit http://www.milicruit.com or contact Kevin O'Brien, at (215) 525-5776 x101 or kevin.obrien@ubm.com.
About UBM LLC
UBM LLC is a leading global business media company. We inform markets and bring the world's buyers and sellers together at events, online, in print and provide them with the information they need to do business successfully. We focus on serving professional commercial communities, from doctors to game developers, from journalists to jewellery traders, from farmers to pharmacists around the world. Our 6,000 staff in more than 30 countries are organised into specialist teams that serve these communities, helping them to do business and their markets to work effectively and efficiently.
SOURCE UBM Studios
UBM Studios
CONTACT: Michele McPhail, UBM Studios, +1-773-687-4321, michele.mcphail@ubm.com
Web Site: http://www.ubmstudios.com
Major European Car Manufacturer Exploits Serious Games Technology to Improve Production Line Performance
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 9:07:01 AM
Major European Car Manufacturer Exploits Serious Games Technology to Improve Production Line Performance
LONDON, November 3, 2011/PRNewswire/ --
Summary
An innovative immersive training simulation has been implemented by a
major European car manufacturer to improve the response times and decision
making skills of Team Leaders on production lines. The cutting-edge
simulation was designed by award-winning serious games design company
[http://www.caspianlearning.co.uk ], Caspian Learning.
One of Europe's largest car manufacturers is the latest in a long line
of performance-orientated companies to use gaming technology as a tool to
improve the performance of staff. The company, through proactive performance
initiatives, recently identified an area within their production line
processes that could be made more efficient with some additional training.
Instead of reverting back to traditional forms of training, similar to
those used in the past, the company have introduced an entirely innovative,
new and cutting edge type of training. The new training relies on the same
highly immersive concept used by the world's best selling console games.
By transforming traditional training material from presentation slides,
written documents and experience into a highly immersive 3D game, the
company have successfully managed to create a more engaging form of training
where positive results are already being recorded.
The serious game was designed by Caspian Learning, who are one of
Europe's leading, recognised serious games and simulation designers
[http://www.caspianlearning.co.uk ] with numerous games design awards to
their name. Their solutions are being used in some of Europe's largest
companies.
Caspian Learning took a bite-sized chunk of the production line process
and transformed it into a fully interactive 3D environment. In the
simulation, trainees are free to walk about, look at and interact with
anything in the environment. The environment is a working production line
and the role of the trainee is that of the Team Leader.
As the line progresses, random events occur that the Team Leader has to
respond to and deal with appropriately. Scores are recorded as the trainee
progresses through the shift and responds to situations.
Due to the digital nature of the training, a huge range of faults and
events are possible that would not be cost effective to perform on a live
production line.
As well as enabling trainees to experience extremely rare faults in the
simulation, turning the traditional training material into an immersive
serious game has also improved the level of engagement from its users and
therefore improved the overall impact of the training.
Chris Brannigan, CEO of Caspian Learning, said: "It was extremely
exciting to create this kind of serious game or simulation where real
performance benefits for our client can be achieved. It is even more
exciting when the client is one of the world's largest in its industry!"
The simulation (or serious game, as some will call it) has already been
scheduled for a wider roll-out throughout the company.
About Caspian Learning
Caspian Learning are an award-winning serious games technology and
design company. Formed in 2002, they are the developer of the acclaimed
Thinking Worlds, whose globally unique technology allows instructional
designers to create fully immersive 3D sims & games at costs previously
restricted to 2D development. They are the global leader in the use of 3D
games and simulations technology for performance improvement, having
developed over 100 sims or games for clients all over the world including
IBM, BBC, QinetiQ, Accenture, Volvo, the Ministry of Defence and the
European Union among others.
Lee Rushworth, +44(0)191-5561043,
lee.rushworth@caspianlearning.co.uk
Source: Caspian Learning
.
LONDON, November 3, 2011/PRNewswire/ --
Summary
An innovative immersive training simulation has been implemented by a
major European car manufacturer to improve the response times and decision
making skills of Team Leaders on production lines. The cutting-edge
simulation was designed by award-winning serious games design company
[http://www.caspianlearning.co.uk ], Caspian Learning.
One of Europe's largest car manufacturers is the latest in a long line
of performance-orientated companies to use gaming technology as a tool to
improve the performance of staff. The company, through proactive performance
initiatives, recently identified an area within their production line
processes that could be made more efficient with some additional training.
Instead of reverting back to traditional forms of training, similar to
those used in the past, the company have introduced an entirely innovative,
new and cutting edge type of training. The new training relies on the same
highly immersive concept used by the world's best selling console games.
By transforming traditional training material from presentation slides,
written documents and experience into a highly immersive 3D game, the
company have successfully managed to create a more engaging form of training
where positive results are already being recorded.
The serious game was designed by Caspian Learning, who are one of
Europe's leading, recognised serious games and simulation designers
[http://www.caspianlearning.co.uk ] with numerous games design awards to
their name. Their solutions are being used in some of Europe's largest
companies.
Caspian Learning took a bite-sized chunk of the production line process
and transformed it into a fully interactive 3D environment. In the
simulation, trainees are free to walk about, look at and interact with
anything in the environment. The environment is a working production line
and the role of the trainee is that of the Team Leader.
As the line progresses, random events occur that the Team Leader has to
respond to and deal with appropriately. Scores are recorded as the trainee
progresses through the shift and responds to situations.
Due to the digital nature of the training, a huge range of faults and
events are possible that would not be cost effective to perform on a live
production line.
As well as enabling trainees to experience extremely rare faults in the
simulation, turning the traditional training material into an immersive
serious game has also improved the level of engagement from its users and
therefore improved the overall impact of the training.
Chris Brannigan, CEO of Caspian Learning, said: "It was extremely
exciting to create this kind of serious game or simulation where real
performance benefits for our client can be achieved. It is even more
exciting when the client is one of the world's largest in its industry!"
The simulation (or serious game, as some will call it) has already been
scheduled for a wider roll-out throughout the company.
About Caspian Learning
Caspian Learning are an award-winning serious games technology and
design company. Formed in 2002, they are the developer of the acclaimed
Thinking Worlds, whose globally unique technology allows instructional
designers to create fully immersive 3D sims & games at costs previously
restricted to 2D development. They are the global leader in the use of 3D
games and simulations technology for performance improvement, having
developed over 100 sims or games for clients all over the world including
IBM, BBC, QinetiQ, Accenture, Volvo, the Ministry of Defence and the
European Union among others.
Lee Rushworth, +44(0)191-5561043,
lee.rushworth@caspianlearning.co.uk
Source: Caspian Learning
.
CommProve Launches CommProve NetLedge p20K Solution
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 8:28:05 AM
CommProve Launches CommProve NetLedge p20K Solution
DUBLIN, November 3, 2011/PRNewswire/ --
New generation high-performance probe; provides flexible monitoring as
well as powerful processing capabilities
With the growth of mobile broadband and the increased CapEx and OpEx
pressures operators are facing globally, there is an increasing need for
more powerful and more flexible network monitoring solutions that enable
real-time premium services. CommProve is today launching the CommProve
NetLedge p20K, the latest generation in the NetLedge portfolio
[http://www.commprove.com/platforms/netledge ] of cost-effective real-time
network monitoring solutions.
The NetLedge p20K is able to monitor a wide range of network interfaces
including 2, 2.5G, 3G and 4G, as well as wireline and VoIP networks, and it
supports traditional and IP transmission beyond 10Gbit/s Ethernet. The Probe
is a high-density solution capable of connecting up to 16 bi-directional
10GBit/s links, depending on the configuration of the network, as well as
offering active backup redundancy if needed.
"CommProve has now shipped over 6,000 probes and we're excited to be
making today's announcement as we continue to innovate in network monitoring
solutions," said Dr. Lars Pedersen, CEO of CommProve. "Operators are under
increasing pressure to reduce capital expenditures and to maximize return on
their network investment, and the CommProve NetLedge p20K provides them with
a flexible cost-effective solution that will not only provide improved
coverage but which will also enable revenue growth from offering premium
services. With the high density and high performance p20K, it is now
possible for operators to monitor their networks end-to-end in a cost
effective way including the vital radio part of the network."
The p20K is unique in its processing capabilities which allow operators
to not only optimize their networks, improve customer satisfaction and
better utilize available capacity, but also to offer premium services based
on actual conditions in their network in real-time. The compact 1U rack unit
solution is designed to interface with third party solutions if additional
processing power is needed. For additional information please contact:
info@commprove.com.
About CommProve
CommProve enables mobile network operators (MNOs) to gain real-time
visibility into their operations to control financial performance, quality
of experience and network performance using a single integrated platform.
The CommProve NetLedge platform provides real-time data acquisition and
mediation while the CommProve Insight application suite collects and
analyzes network usage information and integrates it with business rules and
subscriber data to enable operators to maximize both customer satisfaction
and profitability.
Headquartered in Ireland, and privately held since it was founded in
1996, CommProve customers include H3G, Telecom Italia, TIM Brazil and
Vodacom. For additional information please visit
http://www.commprove.com .
Analyst/media contact:
Stephanie Forrest
Tel: +44(0)7917695755
Email: stephanie.forrest@commprove.com
Twitter: @commprove.com
Source: Commprove
.
DUBLIN, November 3, 2011/PRNewswire/ --
New generation high-performance probe; provides flexible monitoring as
well as powerful processing capabilities
With the growth of mobile broadband and the increased CapEx and OpEx
pressures operators are facing globally, there is an increasing need for
more powerful and more flexible network monitoring solutions that enable
real-time premium services. CommProve is today launching the CommProve
NetLedge p20K, the latest generation in the NetLedge portfolio
[http://www.commprove.com/platforms/netledge ] of cost-effective real-time
network monitoring solutions.
The NetLedge p20K is able to monitor a wide range of network interfaces
including 2, 2.5G, 3G and 4G, as well as wireline and VoIP networks, and it
supports traditional and IP transmission beyond 10Gbit/s Ethernet. The Probe
is a high-density solution capable of connecting up to 16 bi-directional
10GBit/s links, depending on the configuration of the network, as well as
offering active backup redundancy if needed.
"CommProve has now shipped over 6,000 probes and we're excited to be
making today's announcement as we continue to innovate in network monitoring
solutions," said Dr. Lars Pedersen, CEO of CommProve. "Operators are under
increasing pressure to reduce capital expenditures and to maximize return on
their network investment, and the CommProve NetLedge p20K provides them with
a flexible cost-effective solution that will not only provide improved
coverage but which will also enable revenue growth from offering premium
services. With the high density and high performance p20K, it is now
possible for operators to monitor their networks end-to-end in a cost
effective way including the vital radio part of the network."
The p20K is unique in its processing capabilities which allow operators
to not only optimize their networks, improve customer satisfaction and
better utilize available capacity, but also to offer premium services based
on actual conditions in their network in real-time. The compact 1U rack unit
solution is designed to interface with third party solutions if additional
processing power is needed. For additional information please contact:
info@commprove.com.
About CommProve
CommProve enables mobile network operators (MNOs) to gain real-time
visibility into their operations to control financial performance, quality
of experience and network performance using a single integrated platform.
The CommProve NetLedge platform provides real-time data acquisition and
mediation while the CommProve Insight application suite collects and
analyzes network usage information and integrates it with business rules and
subscriber data to enable operators to maximize both customer satisfaction
and profitability.
Headquartered in Ireland, and privately held since it was founded in
1996, CommProve customers include H3G, Telecom Italia, TIM Brazil and
Vodacom. For additional information please visit
http://www.commprove.com .
Analyst/media contact:
Stephanie Forrest
Tel: +44(0)7917695755
Email: stephanie.forrest@commprove.com
Twitter: @commprove.com
Source: Commprove
.
WCC Delivers Europe's First Automated Traveler Management System for Estonia's E-Border
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 8:28:05 AM
WCC Delivers Europe's First Automated Traveler Management System for Estonia's E-Border
UTRECHT, Netherlands, November 3, 2011/PRNewswire/ --
WCC Smart Search & Match, the leading provider of high performance
search and match software, today announced its role in the new traveler
management system for the Republic of Estonia. The system is used to process
Advance Passenger Information (API) and Passenger Name Record (PNR) data
against a set of pre-determined risk criteria.
Inaugurated in the beginning of November, the new traveler management
system enhances control of the nation's air borders. It is designed to
monitor and control the movement of passengers and crew members during
arrivals and departures of commercial air carriers. The new traveler
management system is the result of a successful collaboration between WCC,
Raytheon and the Ministry of the Interior of the Republic of Estonia.
WCC is providing its ELISE ID advanced technology and its award winning
name matching technology to perform an automated check of the passenger's
information against the watch list. The watch list matching takes just
milliseconds to complete and is combined with Raytheon's Portera(TM)
Solution to assess the risk presented by each individual entering Estonia
via flights from outside the Schengen zone.
"We feel confident in choosing WCC for this vital work," said Ken-Marti
Vaher, Minister of the Interior of the Republic of Estonia. "WCC has
demonstrated that it is a very serious partner, with the sole objective of
helping Estonia secure the Nation's borders."
"WCC is pleased to support the Ministry of the Interior of Estonia in
this important effort to secure its borders," said Peter Went, CEO of WCC.
"With our partner, Raytheon, we have deployed a system that will
substantially reduce risk while minimizing inconvenience for travelers."
About WCC
WCC is a global leader in smart search and match software, serving both
enterprise and government customers. WCC partners with large systems
integrators to help build solutions that meet government challenges. The
company is headquartered in the Netherlands with offices in Silicon Valley
(Palo Alto) and the Washington DC Area (Reston).
Source: WCC Smart Search & Match
Press contact: Marco van Hurne, +31-30-750-3200, mhurne@wcc-group.com
UTRECHT, Netherlands, November 3, 2011/PRNewswire/ --
WCC Smart Search & Match, the leading provider of high performance
search and match software, today announced its role in the new traveler
management system for the Republic of Estonia. The system is used to process
Advance Passenger Information (API) and Passenger Name Record (PNR) data
against a set of pre-determined risk criteria.
Inaugurated in the beginning of November, the new traveler management
system enhances control of the nation's air borders. It is designed to
monitor and control the movement of passengers and crew members during
arrivals and departures of commercial air carriers. The new traveler
management system is the result of a successful collaboration between WCC,
Raytheon and the Ministry of the Interior of the Republic of Estonia.
WCC is providing its ELISE ID advanced technology and its award winning
name matching technology to perform an automated check of the passenger's
information against the watch list. The watch list matching takes just
milliseconds to complete and is combined with Raytheon's Portera(TM)
Solution to assess the risk presented by each individual entering Estonia
via flights from outside the Schengen zone.
"We feel confident in choosing WCC for this vital work," said Ken-Marti
Vaher, Minister of the Interior of the Republic of Estonia. "WCC has
demonstrated that it is a very serious partner, with the sole objective of
helping Estonia secure the Nation's borders."
"WCC is pleased to support the Ministry of the Interior of Estonia in
this important effort to secure its borders," said Peter Went, CEO of WCC.
"With our partner, Raytheon, we have deployed a system that will
substantially reduce risk while minimizing inconvenience for travelers."
About WCC
WCC is a global leader in smart search and match software, serving both
enterprise and government customers. WCC partners with large systems
integrators to help build solutions that meet government challenges. The
company is headquartered in the Netherlands with offices in Silicon Valley
(Palo Alto) and the Washington DC Area (Reston).
Source: WCC Smart Search & Match
Press contact: Marco van Hurne, +31-30-750-3200, mhurne@wcc-group.com
Textkraft - The Text Revolution on Apple? iPad?
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 8:21:01 AM
Textkraft - The Text Revolution on Apple(R) iPad(R)
NEUSS, Germany, November 3, 2011/PRNewswire/ --
Infovole GmbH announces the immediate availability of Textkraft English
- the smart text processor for the Apple(R) iPad(R). The App is coupled with
a comprehensive dictionary and extensive ways of communication. It focuses
on the main activities of the writing process: to write, correct, research
and share.
The iPad is an innovative device which needs no further explanation; the
colorful world in your pocket. It comes with a bunch of fancy features. For
everyone? Ask a writer, who simply wants to edit text, this old-fashioned
way of expressing yourself: He complains about inaccurate cursor navigation,
complicated selection of words and phrases, missing tab and em-dash and all
the other hidden keyboard options.
Textkraft provides an integrated working environment for writing experts
as well as for home users. It has all the missing text editing and
navigation features, a built-in dictionary and thesaurus, online research
tools and an intelligent spelling aid which identifies the right words, just
the way you pronounce them.
A prior version of Textkraft has already been released in Germany and
was very successful: The App has been in the iPad TOP-10 charts for weeks
and on number 1 in the category "productivity".
Textkraft is ...
... a dictionary with synonyms and potential follow-ups
... Wikipedia full-text search and several online-dictionaries
... text import/export from Macintosh, Windows, Linux and other iPad
Apps
... Dropbox integration: Synchronize documents on your devices
... detailled text information for editors, e.g. word count and file
size
Textkraft. More words. Better writing!
Infovole GmbH is an App developer located in Neuss, Germany.
Textkraft is the first product in a suite of professional
text-processing tools for tablet computers. Infovoles puts its main focus on
cross-platform development, App localization and creative App marketing. It
is a well equipped startup, founded in 2010.
For further information and artwork please visit our website:
http://www.infovole.de
Should you have any further questions, please directly contact Ms
Kathrin Sauerwein: pr@infovole.de
Infovole GmbH
Breite Str. 6-8
41460 Neuss / Germany
Phone +49(2131)133-85-45
Source: Infovole GmbH
.
NEUSS, Germany, November 3, 2011/PRNewswire/ --
Infovole GmbH announces the immediate availability of Textkraft English
- the smart text processor for the Apple(R) iPad(R). The App is coupled with
a comprehensive dictionary and extensive ways of communication. It focuses
on the main activities of the writing process: to write, correct, research
and share.
The iPad is an innovative device which needs no further explanation; the
colorful world in your pocket. It comes with a bunch of fancy features. For
everyone? Ask a writer, who simply wants to edit text, this old-fashioned
way of expressing yourself: He complains about inaccurate cursor navigation,
complicated selection of words and phrases, missing tab and em-dash and all
the other hidden keyboard options.
Textkraft provides an integrated working environment for writing experts
as well as for home users. It has all the missing text editing and
navigation features, a built-in dictionary and thesaurus, online research
tools and an intelligent spelling aid which identifies the right words, just
the way you pronounce them.
A prior version of Textkraft has already been released in Germany and
was very successful: The App has been in the iPad TOP-10 charts for weeks
and on number 1 in the category "productivity".
Textkraft is ...
... a dictionary with synonyms and potential follow-ups
... Wikipedia full-text search and several online-dictionaries
... text import/export from Macintosh, Windows, Linux and other iPad
Apps
... Dropbox integration: Synchronize documents on your devices
... detailled text information for editors, e.g. word count and file
size
Textkraft. More words. Better writing!
Infovole GmbH is an App developer located in Neuss, Germany.
Textkraft is the first product in a suite of professional
text-processing tools for tablet computers. Infovoles puts its main focus on
cross-platform development, App localization and creative App marketing. It
is a well equipped startup, founded in 2010.
For further information and artwork please visit our website:
http://www.infovole.de
Should you have any further questions, please directly contact Ms
Kathrin Sauerwein: pr@infovole.de
Infovole GmbH
Breite Str. 6-8
41460 Neuss / Germany
Phone +49(2131)133-85-45
Source: Infovole GmbH
.
Fluke's New 750 Documenting Process Calibrators Now in Stock at Newark/element14
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 8:21:01 AM
Fluke's New 750 Documenting Process Calibrators Now in Stock at Newark/element14
An upgrade to Fluke's 743/744 series, the 750 offers a longer battery life and an easier-to-read display
CHICAGO, Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Newark/element14, a leading multi-channel, high-service electronics distributor in the Americas, and a business of Premier Farnell, announced today that Fluke's new 750 series documenting process calibrators are available for same-day shipping. These handheld, multi-functional field tools calibrate temperature, pressure, voltage, current, resistance and frequency, and can even run unattended using the AutoStep feature.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110721/CG38500LOGO-b)
Technicians can quickly get up to speed without training and start troubleshooting immediately by using the menu-driven display, which can guide them through tasks in multiple languages. Improvements to the original 743/744 models include a graphical display now bright enough to allow readings to be seen in any light condition, plus a new rechargeable Li-ion battery pack, which provides enough power for an entire shift and can be charged from within the calibrator.
An engineer from Fluke is available for technical chat and Fluke's complete selection can be found at Newark/element14.
Editor's note: A hi-res image of the new 750 documenting process calibrator is available at http://www.ftp-newark.com/pr/fluke754.jpg
About Newark/element14
Newark and its innovative online element14 engineering community, are both businesses of the global Premier Farnell Group (LSE: pfl), a leading multi-channel, high-service electronics distributor supporting millions of engineers and purchasing professionals around the world. Stocking components and test equipment from 500+ top manufacturers, Newark is known in the US, Canada and Mexico for providing the broadest electronics selection for same-day shipping. Customers do business with Newark through multiple sales channels: contact centers, a local branch network, field sales force and websites at http://www.newark.com and http://www.element14.com
SOURCE Newark/element14
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110721/CG38500LOGO-b
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Newark/element14
CONTACT: Janice Fleisher, PR Manager, Americas, Newark/element14, +1-773-907-5941, jfleisher@newark.com
Web Site: http://www.element14.com
An upgrade to Fluke's 743/744 series, the 750 offers a longer battery life and an easier-to-read display
CHICAGO, Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Newark/element14, a leading multi-channel, high-service electronics distributor in the Americas, and a business of Premier Farnell, announced today that Fluke's new 750 series documenting process calibrators are available for same-day shipping. These handheld, multi-functional field tools calibrate temperature, pressure, voltage, current, resistance and frequency, and can even run unattended using the AutoStep feature.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110721/CG38500LOGO-b)
Technicians can quickly get up to speed without training and start troubleshooting immediately by using the menu-driven display, which can guide them through tasks in multiple languages. Improvements to the original 743/744 models include a graphical display now bright enough to allow readings to be seen in any light condition, plus a new rechargeable Li-ion battery pack, which provides enough power for an entire shift and can be charged from within the calibrator.
An engineer from Fluke is available for technical chat and Fluke's complete selection can be found at Newark/element14.
Editor's note: A hi-res image of the new 750 documenting process calibrator is available at http://www.ftp-newark.com/pr/fluke754.jpg
About Newark/element14
Newark and its innovative online element14 engineering community, are both businesses of the global Premier Farnell Group (LSE: pfl), a leading multi-channel, high-service electronics distributor supporting millions of engineers and purchasing professionals around the world. Stocking components and test equipment from 500+ top manufacturers, Newark is known in the US, Canada and Mexico for providing the broadest electronics selection for same-day shipping. Customers do business with Newark through multiple sales channels: contact centers, a local branch network, field sales force and websites at http://www.newark.com and http://www.element14.com
SOURCE Newark/element14
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110721/CG38500LOGO-b
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Newark/element14
CONTACT: Janice Fleisher, PR Manager, Americas, Newark/element14, +1-773-907-5941, jfleisher@newark.com
Web Site: http://www.element14.com
Ultra Stylish and Social Kobo Vox eReader is Now Available at Leading Retailers throughout Canada and in the U.S.
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 8:14:01 AM
Ultra Stylish and Social Kobo Vox eReader is Now Available at Leading Retailers throughout Canada and in the U.S.
-- World's First Social eReader Allows Users to Start Conversations, Engage
with Friends and Other Readers Around the World
-- Read in Vivid Color with Rich Content for All Ages including Comics,
Cookbooks, Travel Guides and Children's Books with Read-Along
Technology
-- Open Android Design Allows Readers to Experience More: Browse the
Internet, Access Email, Facebook, Twitter, Listen To Music, Watch
Movies, Play Games, Read Newspapers and Magazines - Plus Access an App
Store with Over 15,000 Free Apps
-- The People Speak Out: Tremendous Pre-Order Response Makes Kobo Vox the
"Must Have" eReading Tablet; Stores Include Indigo, Future Shop, Best
Buy,and More
TORONTO, Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ - Kobo, a global leader in eReading with
over 5 million users worldwide, today announced that the new Kobo Vox
eReader, the world's first social eReader, is now available in stores
and online at leading retailers including Indigo (http://www.indigo.ca), Future Shop (http://www.futureshop.ca), Best Buy (http://www.bestbuy.ca), and Kobo.com for a MSRP of $199.99. Kobo
Vox eReader is available online directly from U.S. retailers including
Best Buy (http://www.bestbuy.com) and Fry's (http://www.frys.com) for $199.99.
The Kobo Vox, inspired by "Vox Populi" meaning the voice of the people,
enables readers to start conversations with other readers and discover
new books and authors through their social network. With a vivid color
display, Kobo takes the reading experience to a whole new level and
offers even more content - rich color books, newspapers, magazines,
games, music, video, games and social feeds - all on an open Android
platform.
"With its amazing social abilities and open Android design, Kobo Vox
brings freedom and a new dimension to reading where books can come
alive in color and conversation," said Michael Serbinis, CEO, Kobo.
"Kobo Vox allows readers to experience more -- the freedom to connect
with friends, listen to music, watch movies, play games and discover
new apps with almost unlimited choices. We're excited to advance
social reading with Kobo Vox and gratified that demand for our new,
sub-$200 eReader tablet has been through the roof."
Kobo Vox is the reader for consumers' connected lives, opening the door
to the next generation of eReading - social eReading - where readers
can get more out of their experience by connecting with Kobo's global
community of book lovers.
Based on Kobo's #1-rated Android eReading experience, Kobo Vox was built
by readers for readers. People can access their entire library
on-the-go, in an easy to hold, lightweight design with a comfortable
quilted back. The Kobo Vox comes in a selection of four contemporary,
fun, new colors - Hot Pink, Lime Green, Ice Blue and Jet Black, giving
a choice of options to reflect personal style, and delivers a superior
user experience that allows users to easily navigate their library,
scroll through books, and turn pages with a tap or swipe, plus
personalize their reading experience with highlights, annotations,
adjustable fonts and more. The Kobo Vox has onboard storage for up to
8,000 eBooks, with expandable storage to hold up to 40,000 books, and
access to unlimited eBook storage in the Kobo cloud. With Kobo, you
can read continuously across devices with free top rated Kobo apps
available for most popular smartphones, tablets and computers.
Developed on Android 2.3, readers have the freedom to customize their
experience to best suit their personal needs and preferences.
CAPTURING THE VOICE OF THE PEOPLE
Building on the industry leading social platform, Reading Life, users
can now choose to connect with friends or create book clubs and discuss
their favorite reads on Facebook, track their reading statistics, and
unlock fun and exciting awards just for reading. The recent innovation
of Kobo Pulse(TM) takes social reading to a new level - readers can feel
the pulse of a book, start conversations, share comments and thoughts
and leave reviews by 'Liking' and/or commenting, real-time, with others
who are reading the same book. Kobo Pulse provides the ultimate source
for book recommendations, as the suggestions come from friends and
like-minded readers whose opinions and interests are similar and
trusted.
As the first eReading platform to be integrated with Facebook Ticker and
Timeline, Kobo Vox enables further reading discovery and
entertainment. Now "The End" of a book is never the end.
THE MOST ADVANCED MULTIMEDIA TOUCHSCREEN
Kobo Vox features a brilliant multimedia touchscreen, where readers can
experience text with high contrast resolution and immerse themselves in
books, magazines, games and videos in vivid color. Kobo uses the most
advanced 7 inch FFS+ display - the same technology used in airplane
cockpits (there are no clouds at 30,000 feet) - for great reading
indoors or outdoors and featuring an extra-wide angle for incredible
viewing and ideal for shared reading and viewing.
NOW READ IN VIVID COLOR
Kobo's global ebookstore - 2.5 million books and over 1 million free
titles - just got better with new color and enhanced multimedia
content. Discover a new world of reading with rich color content for
all ages, including cookbooks, engaging travel guides, comic books, and
graphic novels. Parents and children can read together with Read Along
children's books, a great way to spend quality time and a fun way to
help children learn to read. The Kobo Vox eReader includes three free
color books, so people can start building their color library right
away; there is a selection of dessert recipes for the chef-in-training
in Sweet Dreams, Lonely Planet's Europe Essentials for the avid
traveler and Franklin and the Thunderstorm for young readers.
EXPERIENCE MORE - THE EREADER FOR YOUR CONNECTED LIFE
In addition to reading - Kobo Vox users can easily browse the Web, check
email, listen to music, watch movies, play games and store personal
photos. Choose from a selection of pre-loaded top ranked entertainment
apps:
-- Magazines from Zinio® - plus 12 FREE popular magazines for Kobo
Vox owners
-- Newspapers from PressReader(TM) - over 2,000 full newspapers
from around the world - and a gift of seven newspapers of your
choice!
-- Unlimited music from RDIO®
-- Get social with Twitter® & Facebook®
-- A book lover must-have: Merriam Webster's Dictionary
-- Games like Cut the Rope®
-- Apps - over 15,000 FREE apps
-- Kobo and Facebook widgets that sit right on the home screen
-- Access to more music and video services in the app store
FREEDOM OF CHOICE
At Kobo, we believe you should have the ability to read on any device.
Readers can download free Kobo eReading apps to read across the most
popular devices including desktops, laptops, tablets, Android(TM) phones,
iPhones®, iPads®, Blackberry® Smartphones and PlayBooks. Readers can
also download their ebooks and read on a wide range of dedicated
eReaders.
Consistent with our open philosophy, Kobo Vox offers full access to
Android 2.3, and includes an open app store with over 15,000 FREE apps
for Android. Ultra-fast web browsing, the latest news, weather, and
Hollywood gossip at your fingertips. Plus, a full-featured email
client supports POP, IMAP and Microsoft® ActiveSync so you can get all
your personal email like Yahoo and Gmail and work email too!
For more information on Kobo and the new Kobo Vox eReader visit http://www.Kobo.com.
About Kobo, Inc.
Kobo is a global eReading service with more than 2.5 million eBooks,
magazines and newspapers - one of the largest eReading catalogues in
the world. Kobo believes consumers should have the freedom to read any
book on any device and has attracted millions of readers from over 100
countries across the globe. Kobo has top ranked eReading applications
for iPad, iPhone, BlackBerry, Android, Windows and MacOS, and is the
eReading application of choice for leading tablet OEMs. Kobo eReaders
are available at leading retailers, including Indigo, Walmart, Best
Buy, Target, Future Shop, WHSmith, Collins Booksellers and
Whitcoull's. Kobo's innovative Reading Life is an industry-first
comprehensive social eReading experience - Kobo users can earn awards
simply for time spent reading and encouraging others. Kobo is backed
by majority shareholder Indigo Books & Music Inc., Cheung Kong
Holdings, and institutional investors.
SOURCE Kobo Inc.
Kobo Inc.
CONTACT: Wendy Zaas/Karina St. Jean
Rogers & Cowan
310.854.8148/212.445.8419
wzaas@rogersandcowan.com
kstjean@rogersandcowan.com
-- World's First Social eReader Allows Users to Start Conversations, Engage
with Friends and Other Readers Around the World
-- Read in Vivid Color with Rich Content for All Ages including Comics,
Cookbooks, Travel Guides and Children's Books with Read-Along
Technology
-- Open Android Design Allows Readers to Experience More: Browse the
Internet, Access Email, Facebook, Twitter, Listen To Music, Watch
Movies, Play Games, Read Newspapers and Magazines - Plus Access an App
Store with Over 15,000 Free Apps
-- The People Speak Out: Tremendous Pre-Order Response Makes Kobo Vox the
"Must Have" eReading Tablet; Stores Include Indigo, Future Shop, Best
Buy,and More
TORONTO, Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ - Kobo, a global leader in eReading with
over 5 million users worldwide, today announced that the new Kobo Vox
eReader, the world's first social eReader, is now available in stores
and online at leading retailers including Indigo (http://www.indigo.ca), Future Shop (http://www.futureshop.ca), Best Buy (http://www.bestbuy.ca), and Kobo.com for a MSRP of $199.99. Kobo
Vox eReader is available online directly from U.S. retailers including
Best Buy (http://www.bestbuy.com) and Fry's (http://www.frys.com) for $199.99.
The Kobo Vox, inspired by "Vox Populi" meaning the voice of the people,
enables readers to start conversations with other readers and discover
new books and authors through their social network. With a vivid color
display, Kobo takes the reading experience to a whole new level and
offers even more content - rich color books, newspapers, magazines,
games, music, video, games and social feeds - all on an open Android
platform.
"With its amazing social abilities and open Android design, Kobo Vox
brings freedom and a new dimension to reading where books can come
alive in color and conversation," said Michael Serbinis, CEO, Kobo.
"Kobo Vox allows readers to experience more -- the freedom to connect
with friends, listen to music, watch movies, play games and discover
new apps with almost unlimited choices. We're excited to advance
social reading with Kobo Vox and gratified that demand for our new,
sub-$200 eReader tablet has been through the roof."
Kobo Vox is the reader for consumers' connected lives, opening the door
to the next generation of eReading - social eReading - where readers
can get more out of their experience by connecting with Kobo's global
community of book lovers.
Based on Kobo's #1-rated Android eReading experience, Kobo Vox was built
by readers for readers. People can access their entire library
on-the-go, in an easy to hold, lightweight design with a comfortable
quilted back. The Kobo Vox comes in a selection of four contemporary,
fun, new colors - Hot Pink, Lime Green, Ice Blue and Jet Black, giving
a choice of options to reflect personal style, and delivers a superior
user experience that allows users to easily navigate their library,
scroll through books, and turn pages with a tap or swipe, plus
personalize their reading experience with highlights, annotations,
adjustable fonts and more. The Kobo Vox has onboard storage for up to
8,000 eBooks, with expandable storage to hold up to 40,000 books, and
access to unlimited eBook storage in the Kobo cloud. With Kobo, you
can read continuously across devices with free top rated Kobo apps
available for most popular smartphones, tablets and computers.
Developed on Android 2.3, readers have the freedom to customize their
experience to best suit their personal needs and preferences.
CAPTURING THE VOICE OF THE PEOPLE
Building on the industry leading social platform, Reading Life, users
can now choose to connect with friends or create book clubs and discuss
their favorite reads on Facebook, track their reading statistics, and
unlock fun and exciting awards just for reading. The recent innovation
of Kobo Pulse(TM) takes social reading to a new level - readers can feel
the pulse of a book, start conversations, share comments and thoughts
and leave reviews by 'Liking' and/or commenting, real-time, with others
who are reading the same book. Kobo Pulse provides the ultimate source
for book recommendations, as the suggestions come from friends and
like-minded readers whose opinions and interests are similar and
trusted.
As the first eReading platform to be integrated with Facebook Ticker and
Timeline, Kobo Vox enables further reading discovery and
entertainment. Now "The End" of a book is never the end.
THE MOST ADVANCED MULTIMEDIA TOUCHSCREEN
Kobo Vox features a brilliant multimedia touchscreen, where readers can
experience text with high contrast resolution and immerse themselves in
books, magazines, games and videos in vivid color. Kobo uses the most
advanced 7 inch FFS+ display - the same technology used in airplane
cockpits (there are no clouds at 30,000 feet) - for great reading
indoors or outdoors and featuring an extra-wide angle for incredible
viewing and ideal for shared reading and viewing.
NOW READ IN VIVID COLOR
Kobo's global ebookstore - 2.5 million books and over 1 million free
titles - just got better with new color and enhanced multimedia
content. Discover a new world of reading with rich color content for
all ages, including cookbooks, engaging travel guides, comic books, and
graphic novels. Parents and children can read together with Read Along
children's books, a great way to spend quality time and a fun way to
help children learn to read. The Kobo Vox eReader includes three free
color books, so people can start building their color library right
away; there is a selection of dessert recipes for the chef-in-training
in Sweet Dreams, Lonely Planet's Europe Essentials for the avid
traveler and Franklin and the Thunderstorm for young readers.
EXPERIENCE MORE - THE EREADER FOR YOUR CONNECTED LIFE
In addition to reading - Kobo Vox users can easily browse the Web, check
email, listen to music, watch movies, play games and store personal
photos. Choose from a selection of pre-loaded top ranked entertainment
apps:
-- Magazines from Zinio® - plus 12 FREE popular magazines for Kobo
Vox owners
-- Newspapers from PressReader(TM) - over 2,000 full newspapers
from around the world - and a gift of seven newspapers of your
choice!
-- Unlimited music from RDIO®
-- Get social with Twitter® & Facebook®
-- A book lover must-have: Merriam Webster's Dictionary
-- Games like Cut the Rope®
-- Apps - over 15,000 FREE apps
-- Kobo and Facebook widgets that sit right on the home screen
-- Access to more music and video services in the app store
FREEDOM OF CHOICE
At Kobo, we believe you should have the ability to read on any device.
Readers can download free Kobo eReading apps to read across the most
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Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 8:14:01 AM
UP(TM) by Jawbone® with MotionX® Technology Empowers You to Live a Healthier Life
An Innovative First Step in a Mission to Help People Live Better
SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Jawbone®, a leading innovator of products and services for the mobile lifestyle, today unveiled UP(TM), a revolutionary system that consists of a small wristband and an engaging App for iPhone and iPod touch that work together to track your daily activity, sleep patterns, and eating habits helping you live a healthier life. UP, originally previewed at TED Global, also integrates a social experience and open content platform to motivate you with personal and team challenges tailored to help you achieve your goals.
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20111103/SF99368-a)
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20111103/SF99368-b)
Global health is on a disturbing and rapid decline: chronic lifestyle induced conditions such as heart disease, certain forms of cancer, and diabetes are now the leading cause of death in the US and many other parts of the world. The World Economic Forum predicts the global costs of these non-communicable diseases will reach a staggering $47 trillion over the next 20 years. Research shows that simply moving more, improving sleep quality and eating healthier can help prevent most of these lifestyle diseases, yet lasting behavior change is often difficult to achieve. Further studies have however shown that when people are aware of and engaged in their health and can stay consistently involved, they are indeed able to become healthier.
"As the global health crisis mounted, we felt a strong sense of responsibility to see if we could leverage our resources, talents, and ecosystem to try and help make a difference," said Hosain Rahman, Jawbone CEO and Founder. "UP is Jawbone's first step in giving people tools to become engaged as consumers of their own health. It's a complete system designed to integrate seamlessly into one's total lifestyle, 24 hours a day, not just the few times a week people may work out. We integrated MotionX® with our expertise in building sophisticated technology into small packages, which enabled us to craft a wearable and power-efficient band that beautifully disappears onto your body. And thanks to the success and adoption of the iPhone, millions of users already have beautiful displays and robust computing platforms in their pocket. We harness that amazing display with a fun, engaging iPhone app to bring the band to life. The result is a product experience that you will actually wear and love to keep using."
UP by Jawbone empowers people to live a healthier life in three key ways: Measure, Engage, and Act.
Measure Your Daily Progress
One of the most basic problems in accurately tracking activity is that the sensing device must be on you 24/7 in a form factor that you won't forget, lose, or dislike wearing. The UP wristband features a sophisticated motion-tracking engine in an attractive, durable, and water-resistant design that seamlessly and unobtrusively integrates into all your daily activities and errands -- in the gym, on the trail, with a cocktail dress or business suit, and even in the shower.
"The MotionX® engine inside the UP band is the result of years of technology development and innovation. MotionX is both extremely accurate and power-efficient, which is critical in delivering a 24/7 product experience small enough to wear," said Philippe Kahn, CEO and founder of Fullpower, developer of the MotionX technology.
The UP App for iPhone ties the experience together by presenting a complete, holistic view of your health. With the "Me" screen, you can get a quick snapshot of your daily activity, how you are sleeping, and what you are eating, while the "Lifeline" feature reveals all of your prior activities (eat, sleep, move) on a continuous timeline. This unique and powerful interface allows you to see your health activity as it relates to each other over time with a simple swipe of your finger.
UP by Jawbone (wristband + App) helps you measure:
-- Activity -- The band automatically measures and stores all aspects of
your activity: steps, calories burned, distance, pace, and active versus
inactive time throughout the day.
-- Sleep -- The UP band's sophisticated motion engine automatically tracks
all aspects of your sleep including hours slept, time to fall asleep,
phases of sleep (deep versus light) and overall sleep quality.
-- Eat -- Capturing your meals in a photo journal is as easy as taking a
photo with your iPhone or iPod touch. UP tracks where you're eating,
when you've eaten, and even asks how you feel after you've had time to
digest your meal, making it an easy way to identify how different foods
affect your body.
Engage with Your Friends
UP helps you stay engaged in reaching your health goals through a collection of friends and people you choose known as your "Team". Based on the concept of reciprocal motivation, the Team structure creates an environment where individual achievements can be shared with all members so they can cheer on, motivate or compete against their Team. The Team view gives you a snapshot of how each member is progressing toward their personal goals.
The UP App also features a unique Feed screen which gives you an up-to-date stream of information about all the things you and your friends are doing with respect to your health.
With respect to sharing information and privacy, UP gives you easy-to-use and complete control over the data you want to share with your Team and others. You choose whether or not you want to share at all, if you want to share some things and not others, or if you want to share everything -- it is totally up to you.
Nudged Into Action
Throughout your day, UP subtly nudges you into action. It starts with the silent vibration alarm built into the UP band, that wakes you at the best moment in your natural sleep cycle so that you get up feeling as refreshed as possible. Similarly, you can set Get Up and Move reminders that subtly vibrate the UP band to alert you when you've been inactive after a time period you specify -- it's an easy way to remember to keep moving.
Another unique feature of the UP system is the notion of health challenges. Challenges are a simple way to discover and learn about health activities. They help you create a personalized plan of action to start living healthier by giving you a number of options to stay engaged and motivated to action. Challenges can be individual, competitive, or collaborative across any combination of the three categories: eat, sleep, and move. Built on an open platform, any member in the UP community can create a challenge for their team. Additionally, UP members can join challenges from an ever-growing list of health professionals and organizations through the UP community.
"We think the magnitude of this health epidemic requires an entire community to affect real change and we are delighted to partner with leading innovators. There are so many great folks working on so many great ideas that we created our system as an open platform enabling health experts to connect with individuals in fun, engaging ways that have never been possible before," continued Rahman. "We want users to find programs and challenges created by experts that are just right for them."
Jawbone has teamed up with the Alliance for a Healthier Generation, DailyFeats, GE Healthymagination, and 24 Hour Fitness, to create a variety of challenges UP users can sign up for at launch.
AVAILABLE ON NOVEMBER 6
The UP band comes in three sizes (small, medium, large) and seven colors (Dark Black, Dark Brown, Dark Red, Bright White, Bright Silver, Bright Red, Bright Blue) and will be available for $99.99 at Jawbone.com, Apple, AT&T, Best Buy and Target nationwide beginning November 6. Additionally, UP will be available at 24 Hour Fitness and other major global retailers and carriers later this year.
The UP by Jawbone App is available today for free from the App Store on your iPhone or at http://www.itunes.com/appstore/. The UP wristband is required for the app.
For more information, images and product demos, please visit: http://www.jawbone.com/PR or follow @Jawbone on Twitter.
About Jawbone®For more than a decade, Jawbone has developed products and services for the mobile lifestyle unparalleled in their innovation, ease-of-use and sophistication of design. The company is the creator of several wireless products including the award-winning and best-selling premium Jawbone ERA and ICON Bluetooth® headsets; the inventor of NoiseAssassin® technology, the world's first and only military-grade noise-eliminating technology; and JAMBOX, the first intelligent wireless speaker and speakerphone. A 2010 IDSA Design of the Decade winner, Jawbone is committed to delivering innovative products that improve the mobile lifestyle through ever-changing software and wearability. Jawbone is privately-held and headquartered in San Francisco.
About Fullpower®-MotionX®
Fullpower®-MotionX® leads the mobile sensing revolution with a broad IP portfolio. The MotionX sensing platform powers leading solutions such as Nike+ GPS, the Jawbone UP wristband, and the Pioneer AppRadio. With continual innovation, MotionX is the leader for Health & Fitness and Navigation on the iPhone and the iPad.
Disclaimer: product names, logos, brands, and other trademarks referred to herein are the property of their respective trademark owner.
SOURCE Jawbone
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Jawbone
CONTACT: Katie Boysen, Public Relations Manager, Jawbone, +1-415-230-7621, kboysen@jawbone.com; or The OutCast Agency, +1-415-392-8282, jawbone@theoutcastagency.com, for Jawbone; or Tami Casey, +1-650-947-7407, tami@mindsharepr.com, for Fullpower-MotionX
Web Site: http://www.jawbone.com
An Innovative First Step in a Mission to Help People Live Better
SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Jawbone®, a leading innovator of products and services for the mobile lifestyle, today unveiled UP(TM), a revolutionary system that consists of a small wristband and an engaging App for iPhone and iPod touch that work together to track your daily activity, sleep patterns, and eating habits helping you live a healthier life. UP, originally previewed at TED Global, also integrates a social experience and open content platform to motivate you with personal and team challenges tailored to help you achieve your goals.
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20111103/SF99368-a)
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20111103/SF99368-b)
Global health is on a disturbing and rapid decline: chronic lifestyle induced conditions such as heart disease, certain forms of cancer, and diabetes are now the leading cause of death in the US and many other parts of the world. The World Economic Forum predicts the global costs of these non-communicable diseases will reach a staggering $47 trillion over the next 20 years. Research shows that simply moving more, improving sleep quality and eating healthier can help prevent most of these lifestyle diseases, yet lasting behavior change is often difficult to achieve. Further studies have however shown that when people are aware of and engaged in their health and can stay consistently involved, they are indeed able to become healthier.
"As the global health crisis mounted, we felt a strong sense of responsibility to see if we could leverage our resources, talents, and ecosystem to try and help make a difference," said Hosain Rahman, Jawbone CEO and Founder. "UP is Jawbone's first step in giving people tools to become engaged as consumers of their own health. It's a complete system designed to integrate seamlessly into one's total lifestyle, 24 hours a day, not just the few times a week people may work out. We integrated MotionX® with our expertise in building sophisticated technology into small packages, which enabled us to craft a wearable and power-efficient band that beautifully disappears onto your body. And thanks to the success and adoption of the iPhone, millions of users already have beautiful displays and robust computing platforms in their pocket. We harness that amazing display with a fun, engaging iPhone app to bring the band to life. The result is a product experience that you will actually wear and love to keep using."
UP by Jawbone empowers people to live a healthier life in three key ways: Measure, Engage, and Act.
Measure Your Daily Progress
One of the most basic problems in accurately tracking activity is that the sensing device must be on you 24/7 in a form factor that you won't forget, lose, or dislike wearing. The UP wristband features a sophisticated motion-tracking engine in an attractive, durable, and water-resistant design that seamlessly and unobtrusively integrates into all your daily activities and errands -- in the gym, on the trail, with a cocktail dress or business suit, and even in the shower.
"The MotionX® engine inside the UP band is the result of years of technology development and innovation. MotionX is both extremely accurate and power-efficient, which is critical in delivering a 24/7 product experience small enough to wear," said Philippe Kahn, CEO and founder of Fullpower, developer of the MotionX technology.
The UP App for iPhone ties the experience together by presenting a complete, holistic view of your health. With the "Me" screen, you can get a quick snapshot of your daily activity, how you are sleeping, and what you are eating, while the "Lifeline" feature reveals all of your prior activities (eat, sleep, move) on a continuous timeline. This unique and powerful interface allows you to see your health activity as it relates to each other over time with a simple swipe of your finger.
UP by Jawbone (wristband + App) helps you measure:
-- Activity -- The band automatically measures and stores all aspects of
your activity: steps, calories burned, distance, pace, and active versus
inactive time throughout the day.
-- Sleep -- The UP band's sophisticated motion engine automatically tracks
all aspects of your sleep including hours slept, time to fall asleep,
phases of sleep (deep versus light) and overall sleep quality.
-- Eat -- Capturing your meals in a photo journal is as easy as taking a
photo with your iPhone or iPod touch. UP tracks where you're eating,
when you've eaten, and even asks how you feel after you've had time to
digest your meal, making it an easy way to identify how different foods
affect your body.
Engage with Your Friends
UP helps you stay engaged in reaching your health goals through a collection of friends and people you choose known as your "Team". Based on the concept of reciprocal motivation, the Team structure creates an environment where individual achievements can be shared with all members so they can cheer on, motivate or compete against their Team. The Team view gives you a snapshot of how each member is progressing toward their personal goals.
The UP App also features a unique Feed screen which gives you an up-to-date stream of information about all the things you and your friends are doing with respect to your health.
With respect to sharing information and privacy, UP gives you easy-to-use and complete control over the data you want to share with your Team and others. You choose whether or not you want to share at all, if you want to share some things and not others, or if you want to share everything -- it is totally up to you.
Nudged Into Action
Throughout your day, UP subtly nudges you into action. It starts with the silent vibration alarm built into the UP band, that wakes you at the best moment in your natural sleep cycle so that you get up feeling as refreshed as possible. Similarly, you can set Get Up and Move reminders that subtly vibrate the UP band to alert you when you've been inactive after a time period you specify -- it's an easy way to remember to keep moving.
Another unique feature of the UP system is the notion of health challenges. Challenges are a simple way to discover and learn about health activities. They help you create a personalized plan of action to start living healthier by giving you a number of options to stay engaged and motivated to action. Challenges can be individual, competitive, or collaborative across any combination of the three categories: eat, sleep, and move. Built on an open platform, any member in the UP community can create a challenge for their team. Additionally, UP members can join challenges from an ever-growing list of health professionals and organizations through the UP community.
"We think the magnitude of this health epidemic requires an entire community to affect real change and we are delighted to partner with leading innovators. There are so many great folks working on so many great ideas that we created our system as an open platform enabling health experts to connect with individuals in fun, engaging ways that have never been possible before," continued Rahman. "We want users to find programs and challenges created by experts that are just right for them."
Jawbone has teamed up with the Alliance for a Healthier Generation, DailyFeats, GE Healthymagination, and 24 Hour Fitness, to create a variety of challenges UP users can sign up for at launch.
AVAILABLE ON NOVEMBER 6
The UP band comes in three sizes (small, medium, large) and seven colors (Dark Black, Dark Brown, Dark Red, Bright White, Bright Silver, Bright Red, Bright Blue) and will be available for $99.99 at Jawbone.com, Apple, AT&T, Best Buy and Target nationwide beginning November 6. Additionally, UP will be available at 24 Hour Fitness and other major global retailers and carriers later this year.
The UP by Jawbone App is available today for free from the App Store on your iPhone or at http://www.itunes.com/appstore/. The UP wristband is required for the app.
For more information, images and product demos, please visit: http://www.jawbone.com/PR or follow @Jawbone on Twitter.
About Jawbone®For more than a decade, Jawbone has developed products and services for the mobile lifestyle unparalleled in their innovation, ease-of-use and sophistication of design. The company is the creator of several wireless products including the award-winning and best-selling premium Jawbone ERA and ICON Bluetooth® headsets; the inventor of NoiseAssassin® technology, the world's first and only military-grade noise-eliminating technology; and JAMBOX, the first intelligent wireless speaker and speakerphone. A 2010 IDSA Design of the Decade winner, Jawbone is committed to delivering innovative products that improve the mobile lifestyle through ever-changing software and wearability. Jawbone is privately-held and headquartered in San Francisco.
About Fullpower®-MotionX®
Fullpower®-MotionX® leads the mobile sensing revolution with a broad IP portfolio. The MotionX sensing platform powers leading solutions such as Nike+ GPS, the Jawbone UP wristband, and the Pioneer AppRadio. With continual innovation, MotionX is the leader for Health & Fitness and Navigation on the iPhone and the iPad.
Disclaimer: product names, logos, brands, and other trademarks referred to herein are the property of their respective trademark owner.
SOURCE Jawbone
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20111103/SF99368-a
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20111103/SF99368-b
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Jawbone
CONTACT: Katie Boysen, Public Relations Manager, Jawbone, +1-415-230-7621, kboysen@jawbone.com; or The OutCast Agency, +1-415-392-8282, jawbone@theoutcastagency.com, for Jawbone; or Tami Casey, +1-650-947-7407, tami@mindsharepr.com, for Fullpower-MotionX
Web Site: http://www.jawbone.com
IGT Goes 'All In' With Texas Hold'em Heads Up Poker(TM) at World Series of Poker
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 8:14:01 AM
IGT Goes 'All In' With Texas Hold'em Heads Up Poker(TM) at World Series of Poker
Poker Game's Mathematical Model Simulates the Operation of the Human Brain to Give Players Authentic Experience
LAS VEGAS, Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The over 150 million Texas Hold'em fans around the world will be hootin' and hollerin' at no longer having to wait in long lines to play the tables or lasso up a willing opponent with the debut of Texas Hold'em Heads Up Poker(TM) from International Game Technology (NYSE: IGT). Premiering at the 2011 World Series of Poker at the Rio in Las Vegas on Nov. 5-6, fans can now enjoy everything they love about Texas Hold'em - the strategy, bluffing and tells - in an interactive poker machine.
IGT's Texas Hold'em Heads Up Poker(TM) is the first poker game to use a neural net, a technology-developed mathematical model that simulates the operation of the human brain.
The advanced technology of Texas Hold'em Heads Up Poker(TM) recreates engaging behavioral nuances such as opponent "bluffing" and "thinking" in a scenario that's less intimidating than a live-table experience - making the slot machine inviting to all levels of Texas Hold'em players.
View the IGT Texas Hold'em Heads Up Poker video
In addition to the innovative technology, a number of other features will have casino-goers strapping on their cowboy boots to test their skills against this highly individualized game:
-- Striking graphics and player-customizable options - including fun
touchscreen good luck charms - will entertain and delight even the
coolest poker players.
-- The Multi-Hit Stud Bonus game doubles the action and increases the
player experience.
-- After the conclusion of a game, the "peek" feature gives the player the
choice to see the opponent's cards - even if a showdown did not take
place - giving the player insight as to how the opponent plays.
At this year's World Series of Poker, Texas Hold'em Heads Up Poker(TM)( )will be on display for players, operators and media to try on Nov. 5-6. IGT brand ambassadors will be handing out free play coupons from 4-6 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 5, and from 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 6.
"Designed to bring all the thrills and high drama of live-action table Texas Hold'em to the slot machine format, players will want to put on their shades and pull down the brim of their hats to hide their tells when they saddle up to Texas Hold'em Heads Up Poker," said Eric Tom, IGT executive vice president, North America Sales and Global Operations. "This is a game that players of every level can test their craftiest bluffing strategies and Texas Hold'em skills against."
IGT Resources:
-- Like us on Facebook
-- Follow us on Twitter!
-- View IGT's YouTube Channel
-- Check out our other games!
About IGT
International Game Technology (NYSE: IGT) is a global leader in the design, development and manufacture of gaming machines and systems products, as well as online and mobile gaming solutions for regulated markets. More information about IGT is available at http://www.IGT.com or follow IGT on Twitter at @IGTNews or Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/IGT.
SOURCE IGT
IGT
CONTACT: Shelle Murach of IGT Public Relations, +1-775-448-0221, Shelle.Murach@IGT.com; or Deanna Decker of Allison & Partners, +1-415-277-4929, IGT@allisonpr.com, for IGT
Web Site: http://www.IGT.com
Poker Game's Mathematical Model Simulates the Operation of the Human Brain to Give Players Authentic Experience
LAS VEGAS, Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The over 150 million Texas Hold'em fans around the world will be hootin' and hollerin' at no longer having to wait in long lines to play the tables or lasso up a willing opponent with the debut of Texas Hold'em Heads Up Poker(TM) from International Game Technology (NYSE: IGT). Premiering at the 2011 World Series of Poker at the Rio in Las Vegas on Nov. 5-6, fans can now enjoy everything they love about Texas Hold'em - the strategy, bluffing and tells - in an interactive poker machine.
IGT's Texas Hold'em Heads Up Poker(TM) is the first poker game to use a neural net, a technology-developed mathematical model that simulates the operation of the human brain.
The advanced technology of Texas Hold'em Heads Up Poker(TM) recreates engaging behavioral nuances such as opponent "bluffing" and "thinking" in a scenario that's less intimidating than a live-table experience - making the slot machine inviting to all levels of Texas Hold'em players.
View the IGT Texas Hold'em Heads Up Poker video
In addition to the innovative technology, a number of other features will have casino-goers strapping on their cowboy boots to test their skills against this highly individualized game:
-- Striking graphics and player-customizable options - including fun
touchscreen good luck charms - will entertain and delight even the
coolest poker players.
-- The Multi-Hit Stud Bonus game doubles the action and increases the
player experience.
-- After the conclusion of a game, the "peek" feature gives the player the
choice to see the opponent's cards - even if a showdown did not take
place - giving the player insight as to how the opponent plays.
At this year's World Series of Poker, Texas Hold'em Heads Up Poker(TM)( )will be on display for players, operators and media to try on Nov. 5-6. IGT brand ambassadors will be handing out free play coupons from 4-6 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 5, and from 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 6.
"Designed to bring all the thrills and high drama of live-action table Texas Hold'em to the slot machine format, players will want to put on their shades and pull down the brim of their hats to hide their tells when they saddle up to Texas Hold'em Heads Up Poker," said Eric Tom, IGT executive vice president, North America Sales and Global Operations. "This is a game that players of every level can test their craftiest bluffing strategies and Texas Hold'em skills against."
IGT Resources:
-- Like us on Facebook
-- Follow us on Twitter!
-- View IGT's YouTube Channel
-- Check out our other games!
About IGT
International Game Technology (NYSE: IGT) is a global leader in the design, development and manufacture of gaming machines and systems products, as well as online and mobile gaming solutions for regulated markets. More information about IGT is available at http://www.IGT.com or follow IGT on Twitter at @IGTNews or Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/IGT.
SOURCE IGT
IGT
CONTACT: Shelle Murach of IGT Public Relations, +1-775-448-0221, Shelle.Murach@IGT.com; or Deanna Decker of Allison & Partners, +1-415-277-4929, IGT@allisonpr.com, for IGT
Web Site: http://www.IGT.com
Tapjoy Reinvents App Discovery with the Tapjoy Personal App Marketplace
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 8:14:01 AM
Tapjoy Reinvents App Discovery with the Tapjoy Personal App Marketplace
Tapjoy's app marketplace delivers personalized recommendations based on a user's individual tastes and interests; also fosters deeper engagement, social sharing and joint discovery
SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Tapjoy, Inc. (http://www.tapjoy.com), a value exchange mobile ad network, today announced the beta launch of a new kind of personal marketplace that aims to forever change how consumers find, share and engage with mobile applications. The new Tapjoy personal app marketplace delivers customized app recommendations based on your likes and dislikes, what apps you're currently using, what apps your friends are using, and other factors that predict which apps you'll enjoy the most. You can also engage deeper in your favorite apps via Tapjoy's Mobile Value Exchange(TM), the company's unique approach to mobile advertising where users select personalized advertisements with which to engage for virtual currency or premium content. Tapjoy's new service supports iOS and Android devices and can be accessed today from any mobile Web browser at http://www.tapjoy.com.
With more than 550,000 apps in the Apple App Store and 300,000 more in the Android Market, it's not uncommon to get overwhelmed with choice when searching for new mobile apps suited to your individual tastes. Tapjoy lets you find interesting and personally relevant apps based on customized suggestions provided by Tapjoy's recommendation engine as well as social triggers you elect such as the activities of your friends and ratings and reviews from other users.
"Smartphone and tablet users are clearly eager for a better way to find new apps," said Mihir Shah, president and CEO of Tapjoy. "We already touch a very large and very passionate community of mobile app consumers -- with more than 35 million Monthly Active Users -- and we are proud to bring them something totally different from anything else out there. We've combined our personalized app recommendation engine and enormous app marketplace with social sharing and joint discovery features to create a unique and very personal app discovery experience."
Tapjoy can be accessed directly from a web browser on any iOS, Android, Windows Phone 7 or HTML5-supported device. After creating an account, adding your mobile device or devices, and sharing apps you've already installed, Tapjoy identifies where virtual currency is available right away. Tapjoy features cross-platform support so that you can complete advertising engagements for virtual currency on any smartphone or tablet device, regardless of platform.
Tapjoy includes several unique and powerful app discovery and management features, including:
-- Tapjoy Recommendation Engine -- Tapjoy's targeting engine provides
customized application recommendations based on your personal
preferences, app ratings, reviews, friends' activities and your own app
usage, making it easier and faster to find apps that match your
interests;
-- Social Sharing and Joint Discovery -- You'll be able to follow your
friends to see which apps they're playing, invite friends to come play
apps with you, post updates to your news feed, and, coming soon, you'll
be able to challenge friends to competitions, track your ranking on the
community leaderboard, and much more;
-- Hundreds of Value-Exchanged Brand Ads -- In exchange for virtual
currency, you can choose to take part in targeted, value-added marketing
actions such as installing applications, watching videos, subscribing to
services, purchasing discounted products or otherwise engaging with any
of the 100+ ads available from big brands such as Netflix, Gamefly,
Groupon, Intuit, Discover, FTD, Amazon, Microsoft and many others;
-- Editorial Reviews & Staff Picks -- Each day, the Tapjoy editorial staff
provides objective reviews of new, popular or up-and-coming
applications; future versions will include a news feed of all the latest
application news and announcements covering new games, tournaments and
challenges;
-- "My Apps" Dashboard -- Manage your currently installed applications in
one central location, with the ability to check your virtual currency
balance, invite friends, and, coming soon, rate apps and write reviews.
Tapjoy's Mobile Value Exchange model creates value amongst consumers, advertisers and publishers. Consumers engage with publisher apps and advertiser placements by watching videos, signing up for subscriptions, installing apps and more, all in exchange for virtual currency. Advertisers connect with a very active and engaged audience base, and publishers can generate revenues to help support their free-to-play applications.
Along with today's beta launch, Tapjoy also rebranded the http://www.tapjoy.com web site as its consumer-facing web property with a new logo, updated design and a whole new look. The company's corporate site for mobile developers and advertisers can now be found at https://www.tapjoy.com/site.
About Tapjoy
Tapjoy is a value exchange mobile ad network whose unique Mobile Value Exchange(TM) model allows users to select personalized advertisements with which to engage for virtual currency or premium content. Tapjoy helps unlock mobile joy by empowering more than 280 million mobile users who choose to watch videos, subscribe to services, install applications and participate in other types of advertisements in exchange for virtual currency they can use in their favorite apps. Tapjoy's turnkey in-app advertising platform helps developers acquire cost-effective, high-value new users and monetize their applications, while its powerful advertising marketplace lets brand advertisers reach a global mobile audience spanning more than 10,000 applications. Tapjoy is backed by top-tier investors including J.P.Morgan Asset Management, Rho Ventures, North Bridge Venture Partners, InterWest Partners and D.E. Shaw Ventures. Headquartered in San Francisco, the company also has offices in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, London and Tokyo. For more information, please visit http://www.tapjoy.com.
Tapjoy and the Tapjoy logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Tapjoy, Inc. All third party logos and trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners.
SOURCE Tapjoy, Inc.
Tapjoy, Inc.
CONTACT: Matt McAllister of Fluid Communications, +1-510-229-9707, matt@fluidspeak.com, for Tapjoy, Inc.
Web Site: http://www.tapjoy.com
Tapjoy's app marketplace delivers personalized recommendations based on a user's individual tastes and interests; also fosters deeper engagement, social sharing and joint discovery
SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Tapjoy, Inc. (http://www.tapjoy.com), a value exchange mobile ad network, today announced the beta launch of a new kind of personal marketplace that aims to forever change how consumers find, share and engage with mobile applications. The new Tapjoy personal app marketplace delivers customized app recommendations based on your likes and dislikes, what apps you're currently using, what apps your friends are using, and other factors that predict which apps you'll enjoy the most. You can also engage deeper in your favorite apps via Tapjoy's Mobile Value Exchange(TM), the company's unique approach to mobile advertising where users select personalized advertisements with which to engage for virtual currency or premium content. Tapjoy's new service supports iOS and Android devices and can be accessed today from any mobile Web browser at http://www.tapjoy.com.
With more than 550,000 apps in the Apple App Store and 300,000 more in the Android Market, it's not uncommon to get overwhelmed with choice when searching for new mobile apps suited to your individual tastes. Tapjoy lets you find interesting and personally relevant apps based on customized suggestions provided by Tapjoy's recommendation engine as well as social triggers you elect such as the activities of your friends and ratings and reviews from other users.
"Smartphone and tablet users are clearly eager for a better way to find new apps," said Mihir Shah, president and CEO of Tapjoy. "We already touch a very large and very passionate community of mobile app consumers -- with more than 35 million Monthly Active Users -- and we are proud to bring them something totally different from anything else out there. We've combined our personalized app recommendation engine and enormous app marketplace with social sharing and joint discovery features to create a unique and very personal app discovery experience."
Tapjoy can be accessed directly from a web browser on any iOS, Android, Windows Phone 7 or HTML5-supported device. After creating an account, adding your mobile device or devices, and sharing apps you've already installed, Tapjoy identifies where virtual currency is available right away. Tapjoy features cross-platform support so that you can complete advertising engagements for virtual currency on any smartphone or tablet device, regardless of platform.
Tapjoy includes several unique and powerful app discovery and management features, including:
-- Tapjoy Recommendation Engine -- Tapjoy's targeting engine provides
customized application recommendations based on your personal
preferences, app ratings, reviews, friends' activities and your own app
usage, making it easier and faster to find apps that match your
interests;
-- Social Sharing and Joint Discovery -- You'll be able to follow your
friends to see which apps they're playing, invite friends to come play
apps with you, post updates to your news feed, and, coming soon, you'll
be able to challenge friends to competitions, track your ranking on the
community leaderboard, and much more;
-- Hundreds of Value-Exchanged Brand Ads -- In exchange for virtual
currency, you can choose to take part in targeted, value-added marketing
actions such as installing applications, watching videos, subscribing to
services, purchasing discounted products or otherwise engaging with any
of the 100+ ads available from big brands such as Netflix, Gamefly,
Groupon, Intuit, Discover, FTD, Amazon, Microsoft and many others;
-- Editorial Reviews & Staff Picks -- Each day, the Tapjoy editorial staff
provides objective reviews of new, popular or up-and-coming
applications; future versions will include a news feed of all the latest
application news and announcements covering new games, tournaments and
challenges;
-- "My Apps" Dashboard -- Manage your currently installed applications in
one central location, with the ability to check your virtual currency
balance, invite friends, and, coming soon, rate apps and write reviews.
Tapjoy's Mobile Value Exchange model creates value amongst consumers, advertisers and publishers. Consumers engage with publisher apps and advertiser placements by watching videos, signing up for subscriptions, installing apps and more, all in exchange for virtual currency. Advertisers connect with a very active and engaged audience base, and publishers can generate revenues to help support their free-to-play applications.
Along with today's beta launch, Tapjoy also rebranded the http://www.tapjoy.com web site as its consumer-facing web property with a new logo, updated design and a whole new look. The company's corporate site for mobile developers and advertisers can now be found at https://www.tapjoy.com/site.
About Tapjoy
Tapjoy is a value exchange mobile ad network whose unique Mobile Value Exchange(TM) model allows users to select personalized advertisements with which to engage for virtual currency or premium content. Tapjoy helps unlock mobile joy by empowering more than 280 million mobile users who choose to watch videos, subscribe to services, install applications and participate in other types of advertisements in exchange for virtual currency they can use in their favorite apps. Tapjoy's turnkey in-app advertising platform helps developers acquire cost-effective, high-value new users and monetize their applications, while its powerful advertising marketplace lets brand advertisers reach a global mobile audience spanning more than 10,000 applications. Tapjoy is backed by top-tier investors including J.P.Morgan Asset Management, Rho Ventures, North Bridge Venture Partners, InterWest Partners and D.E. Shaw Ventures. Headquartered in San Francisco, the company also has offices in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, London and Tokyo. For more information, please visit http://www.tapjoy.com.
Tapjoy and the Tapjoy logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Tapjoy, Inc. All third party logos and trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners.
SOURCE Tapjoy, Inc.
Tapjoy, Inc.
CONTACT: Matt McAllister of Fluid Communications, +1-510-229-9707, matt@fluidspeak.com, for Tapjoy, Inc.
Web Site: http://www.tapjoy.com
Diebold Advances Fight Against ATM Card Skimming With Theft-Prevention Technology
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 8:14:01 AM
Diebold Advances Fight Against ATM Card Skimming With Theft-Prevention Technology
New solutions designed to protect consumer information by obstructing ATM data theft devices
Diebold's re-engineered ATM hardware and new service offering supports financial institutions' security efforts by moving the focus from theft detection to protection
NORTH CANTON, Ohio, Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- While criminals once targeted financial institutions for their currency, today's advanced technologies have made consumer data a far more desirable payoff. In its continuous effort to remain vigilant in the fight against theft at the automated teller machine (ATM), Diebold, Incorporated (NYSE: DBD) is introducing a re-engineered bezel and the Opteva® BezelSentry(SM) Service to not only detect skimming activity, but to help prevent it.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20080725/DIEBOLDLOGO)
The company has re-engineered its Opteva ATM hardware to support anti-skimming efforts with a new design for the bezel - the portion of the ATM containing the card slot and the surrounding area. The re-engineered bezel incorporates geometric fascia alterations, making it more difficult for perpetrators to attach a skimmer to its surface and is designed to eliminate the market inventory of card skimmers. The re-engineered bezel helps protect the integrity of the bezel during removal attacks and features a removal switch that will send an alarm to the alarm system notifying the financial institution of any attempt to remove the bezel.
In addition to the re-engineered card-reader bezel, Diebold is now offering the industry's first interchangeable bezel service. Similar to a subscription service, the Opteva BezelSentry Service helps financial institutions stay one step ahead of would-be perpetrators by delivering pre-scheduled or emergency bezel changes to an individual ATM or an entire fleet.
"As skimming attempts continue to increase, the interchangeable bezel is an extremely valuable tool within our multi-layered security approach," said W. Curt Tiettmeyer, vice president, ATM administration, Fifth Third Bank. "It provides us with an innovative solution to mitigate card skimming and enhance protection of the ATM channel."
All shipped Diebold Opteva ATMs will be equipped with the new interchangeable bezel design. Diebold has been shipping terminals equipped with the new interchangeable bezel design since December 2010. Previously shipped Opteva terminals can be retrofitted with the re-engineered bezel. Future bezel replacements will be available with minimal impact on ATM uptime. The bezel upgrades are available across the global market for all motorized and dip card reader ATMs.
"The Opteva BezelSentry Service takes Diebold's suite of anti-skimming solutions to a completely new level," said Chuck Somers, vice president, ATM security and systems, Diebold. "We've helped financial institutions reduce ATM fraud for years by using multiple layers of technology to protect ATMs. By pushing the industry forward from detection to prevention, we're leading the way to protect consumers from ever having to experience ATM data theft in the first place."
The re-engineered bezel and the Opteva BezelSentry Service are just two components of Diebold's comprehensive ATM security portfolio. In support of its commitment to a multi-layered ATM security approach, Diebold offers a robust ATM Security Protection Suite that consists of anti-skimming packages and an industry-leading monitoring service. The suite offers five levels of protection to proactively guard against increasingly sophisticated card-skimming attacks.
About Diebold
Diebold, Incorporated is a global leader in providing integrated self-service delivery and security systems and services. Diebold employs more than 16,000 associates with representation in nearly 90 countries worldwide and is headquartered in the Canton, Ohio region, USA. Diebold is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol 'DBD.' For more information, visit the company's website at http://www.diebold.com.
SOURCE Diebold, Incorporated
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Diebold, Incorporated
CONTACT: Media Relations, Rebekah Boyd, +1-330-490-3773, rebekah.boyd@diebold.com, Investor Relations, Christopher Bast, +1-330-490-6908, christopher.bast@diebold.com
Web Site: http://www.diebold.com
New solutions designed to protect consumer information by obstructing ATM data theft devices
Diebold's re-engineered ATM hardware and new service offering supports financial institutions' security efforts by moving the focus from theft detection to protection
NORTH CANTON, Ohio, Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- While criminals once targeted financial institutions for their currency, today's advanced technologies have made consumer data a far more desirable payoff. In its continuous effort to remain vigilant in the fight against theft at the automated teller machine (ATM), Diebold, Incorporated (NYSE: DBD) is introducing a re-engineered bezel and the Opteva® BezelSentry(SM) Service to not only detect skimming activity, but to help prevent it.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20080725/DIEBOLDLOGO)
The company has re-engineered its Opteva ATM hardware to support anti-skimming efforts with a new design for the bezel - the portion of the ATM containing the card slot and the surrounding area. The re-engineered bezel incorporates geometric fascia alterations, making it more difficult for perpetrators to attach a skimmer to its surface and is designed to eliminate the market inventory of card skimmers. The re-engineered bezel helps protect the integrity of the bezel during removal attacks and features a removal switch that will send an alarm to the alarm system notifying the financial institution of any attempt to remove the bezel.
In addition to the re-engineered card-reader bezel, Diebold is now offering the industry's first interchangeable bezel service. Similar to a subscription service, the Opteva BezelSentry Service helps financial institutions stay one step ahead of would-be perpetrators by delivering pre-scheduled or emergency bezel changes to an individual ATM or an entire fleet.
"As skimming attempts continue to increase, the interchangeable bezel is an extremely valuable tool within our multi-layered security approach," said W. Curt Tiettmeyer, vice president, ATM administration, Fifth Third Bank. "It provides us with an innovative solution to mitigate card skimming and enhance protection of the ATM channel."
All shipped Diebold Opteva ATMs will be equipped with the new interchangeable bezel design. Diebold has been shipping terminals equipped with the new interchangeable bezel design since December 2010. Previously shipped Opteva terminals can be retrofitted with the re-engineered bezel. Future bezel replacements will be available with minimal impact on ATM uptime. The bezel upgrades are available across the global market for all motorized and dip card reader ATMs.
"The Opteva BezelSentry Service takes Diebold's suite of anti-skimming solutions to a completely new level," said Chuck Somers, vice president, ATM security and systems, Diebold. "We've helped financial institutions reduce ATM fraud for years by using multiple layers of technology to protect ATMs. By pushing the industry forward from detection to prevention, we're leading the way to protect consumers from ever having to experience ATM data theft in the first place."
The re-engineered bezel and the Opteva BezelSentry Service are just two components of Diebold's comprehensive ATM security portfolio. In support of its commitment to a multi-layered ATM security approach, Diebold offers a robust ATM Security Protection Suite that consists of anti-skimming packages and an industry-leading monitoring service. The suite offers five levels of protection to proactively guard against increasingly sophisticated card-skimming attacks.
About Diebold
Diebold, Incorporated is a global leader in providing integrated self-service delivery and security systems and services. Diebold employs more than 16,000 associates with representation in nearly 90 countries worldwide and is headquartered in the Canton, Ohio region, USA. Diebold is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol 'DBD.' For more information, visit the company's website at http://www.diebold.com.
SOURCE Diebold, Incorporated
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Diebold, Incorporated
CONTACT: Media Relations, Rebekah Boyd, +1-330-490-3773, rebekah.boyd@diebold.com, Investor Relations, Christopher Bast, +1-330-490-6908, christopher.bast@diebold.com
Web Site: http://www.diebold.com
VA NY/NJ Healthcare Network & Kognito Introduce 'Family of Heroes' -- An Online Avatar-Based PTSD & Resiliency Training for Veterans' Families
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 7:42:01 AM
VA NY/NJ Healthcare Network & Kognito Introduce 'Family of Heroes' -- An Online Avatar-Based PTSD & Resiliency Training for Veterans' Families
Simulation Prepares Families of Region's One Million Veterans for Post-Deployment Life Challenges
NEW YORK, Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The VA NY/NJ Healthcare Network (http://www.nynj.va.gov), with New York City-based Kognito Interactive (http://www.kognito.com), today launched Family of Heroes, an interactive one-hour training simulationwhere families of the region's one million veterans can learn critical skills to manage the challenges of adjusting to post-deployment life -- including how to identify post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and suicidal intent -- and how to motivate the veteran to seek help at the VA. Families can access the training online at http://www.familyofheroes.com. It is available at no cost to veterans' families in the VA NY/NJ's service area (New York City, Long Island, Lower Hudson Valley, and New Jersey).
"Studies have shown that the enormous number of service members deployed and redeployed in Iraq and Afghanistan has led to difficulties for returning veterans and their families," said Dr. Barbara Van Dahlen, founder and president of Give an Hour (http://www.giveanhour.org), a nonprofit organization providing free mental health services to U.S. military personnel and families affected by these conflicts. With 40,000 troops returning before year's end, "innovative programs such as Family of Heroes can help give family members good coping skills and lead them to timely, appropriate treatment while also helping demystify mental health issues," she added.
VA experts report a third of returning veterans experience PTSD, traumatic brain injury (TBI) or major depression and only half seek mental health treatment. In 2010, more than 408,000 veterans with a diagnosis of PTSD received treatment at VA medical centers and clinics. Of those, almost 20 percent were veterans of Operations Iraqi Freedom, New Dawn or Enduring Freedom. Recent research suggests that, among veterans aged 18-29, rates of suicide are lower for those using VA health care services compared to those who do not, translating to approximately 250 lives saved per year.
Role-Play with Avatars
In Family of Heroes, usersenter a virtual environment, assume the roles of different family members, and learn by engaging in three realistic practice conversations with avatars acting and responding like real veterans experiencing post-deployment stress. Conversation scenarios are based on real stories gathered in interviews with veterans and their families.
The result of a collaboration between Kognito and VA NY/NJ's mental health practitioners, the training incorporates feedback from over 100 veterans' families around the country. It utilizes Kognito's proprietary Human Interaction Game Engine(TM), which is based on research in social cognition and neuroscience, and has been proven effective in multiple studies. To view a short demonstration of the training go to: http://www.kognito.com/products/ptsd/.
Families Respond to Training
"When I saw the training, it was like I was experiencing some of the conversations I had with my son again," said Felicia Armour, mother of a returning veteran and one of the 100 family members involved in the training's development. "The way it is broken down -- with each step helping you figure out how to start a conversation and keep it neutral so it doesn't escalate into anger -- they covered all the possibilities."
According to one veteran, Clarence Pierre, the training is very realistic -- "especially the disagreements"-- which mimicked arguments he'd had with his wife. "I wish I had been able to have this training before. It will be very helpful for veterans' families, since it gives you the opportunity to deal with a situation before it happens and try out some different approaches." (Video commentary from these, and other, family members can be viewed at http://www.vimeo.com/28357942).
"Our goal was to provide family members with a virtual and risk-free environment where they can practice these challenging conversations, get personalized feedback, and learn conversation tactics to best approach and discuss difficult issues with their veteran," said Ron Goldman, CEO of Kognito Interactive. "We are thankful for the opportunity to participate in supporting our veterans and their families."
Research regarding the effectiveness of this new training appears in the October issue of Games for Health: Research, Development, and Clinical Applications, a peer-reviewed journal (http://www.liebertonline.com/doi/abs/10.1089/g4h.2011.0003).
CONTACT: Christina Pagano, Pagano & Company
212-213-2851, paganopr@aol.com
SOURCE Kognito Interactive
Kognito Interactive
Web Site: http://www.kognito.com
Simulation Prepares Families of Region's One Million Veterans for Post-Deployment Life Challenges
NEW YORK, Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The VA NY/NJ Healthcare Network (http://www.nynj.va.gov), with New York City-based Kognito Interactive (http://www.kognito.com), today launched Family of Heroes, an interactive one-hour training simulationwhere families of the region's one million veterans can learn critical skills to manage the challenges of adjusting to post-deployment life -- including how to identify post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and suicidal intent -- and how to motivate the veteran to seek help at the VA. Families can access the training online at http://www.familyofheroes.com. It is available at no cost to veterans' families in the VA NY/NJ's service area (New York City, Long Island, Lower Hudson Valley, and New Jersey).
"Studies have shown that the enormous number of service members deployed and redeployed in Iraq and Afghanistan has led to difficulties for returning veterans and their families," said Dr. Barbara Van Dahlen, founder and president of Give an Hour (http://www.giveanhour.org), a nonprofit organization providing free mental health services to U.S. military personnel and families affected by these conflicts. With 40,000 troops returning before year's end, "innovative programs such as Family of Heroes can help give family members good coping skills and lead them to timely, appropriate treatment while also helping demystify mental health issues," she added.
VA experts report a third of returning veterans experience PTSD, traumatic brain injury (TBI) or major depression and only half seek mental health treatment. In 2010, more than 408,000 veterans with a diagnosis of PTSD received treatment at VA medical centers and clinics. Of those, almost 20 percent were veterans of Operations Iraqi Freedom, New Dawn or Enduring Freedom. Recent research suggests that, among veterans aged 18-29, rates of suicide are lower for those using VA health care services compared to those who do not, translating to approximately 250 lives saved per year.
Role-Play with Avatars
In Family of Heroes, usersenter a virtual environment, assume the roles of different family members, and learn by engaging in three realistic practice conversations with avatars acting and responding like real veterans experiencing post-deployment stress. Conversation scenarios are based on real stories gathered in interviews with veterans and their families.
The result of a collaboration between Kognito and VA NY/NJ's mental health practitioners, the training incorporates feedback from over 100 veterans' families around the country. It utilizes Kognito's proprietary Human Interaction Game Engine(TM), which is based on research in social cognition and neuroscience, and has been proven effective in multiple studies. To view a short demonstration of the training go to: http://www.kognito.com/products/ptsd/.
Families Respond to Training
"When I saw the training, it was like I was experiencing some of the conversations I had with my son again," said Felicia Armour, mother of a returning veteran and one of the 100 family members involved in the training's development. "The way it is broken down -- with each step helping you figure out how to start a conversation and keep it neutral so it doesn't escalate into anger -- they covered all the possibilities."
According to one veteran, Clarence Pierre, the training is very realistic -- "especially the disagreements"-- which mimicked arguments he'd had with his wife. "I wish I had been able to have this training before. It will be very helpful for veterans' families, since it gives you the opportunity to deal with a situation before it happens and try out some different approaches." (Video commentary from these, and other, family members can be viewed at http://www.vimeo.com/28357942).
"Our goal was to provide family members with a virtual and risk-free environment where they can practice these challenging conversations, get personalized feedback, and learn conversation tactics to best approach and discuss difficult issues with their veteran," said Ron Goldman, CEO of Kognito Interactive. "We are thankful for the opportunity to participate in supporting our veterans and their families."
Research regarding the effectiveness of this new training appears in the October issue of Games for Health: Research, Development, and Clinical Applications, a peer-reviewed journal (http://www.liebertonline.com/doi/abs/10.1089/g4h.2011.0003).
CONTACT: Christina Pagano, Pagano & Company
212-213-2851, paganopr@aol.com
SOURCE Kognito Interactive
Kognito Interactive
Web Site: http://www.kognito.com
Roku Players Now Feature Dedicated Pandora Button on Remote Controls
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 7:42:01 AM
Roku Players Now Feature Dedicated Pandora Button on Remote Controls
Consumers can enjoy personalized music with one click of a button
OAKLAND, Calif., Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Pandora (NYSE: P), the leader in personalized internet radio today announced it is extending its presence on Roku with the addition of a dedicated Pandora button on the remote controls of select Roku streaming players, including Roku 2 XD and Roku LT models. The Pandora button gives Roku customers instant access right at their fingertips, with just one click of a button, to the personalized music they love to listen to in their homes.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110615/SF20192LOGO)
"Roku customers absolutely love Pandora, making it our most popular music channel," said Charles Seiber, vice president of marketing at Roku, "Now with the dedicated Pandora button on Roku remote controls, our customers will be a single click away from hearing their favorite music from Pandora on their TVs."
Pandora Vice President of Business Development Ian Geller said, "We've taken a big step forward in our mission to expand Pandora everywhere with the launch of the dedicated Pandora button on Roku remote controls. Close to 35% of radio listening takes place in the home making Roku players essential for streaming Pandora to the TV. The addition of the Pandora remote control button gives Roku customers an exceptional personalized music experience."
Pandora is one of the top five most popular channels on Roku and is featured in the Roku Channel Store, and on the home screen of most Roku players. Roku 2 XD and Roku LT models, with the dedicated Pandora button on the remote controls will be available at retailers nationwide in early November.
About Pandora
Pandora gives people music they love anytime, anywhere, through connected devices. (OK, we've added comedy as well. So we're also up for playing some jokes you'll love.) Personalized stations launch instantly with the input of a single "seed" - a favorite artist, song or genre. The Music Genome Project®, a deeply detailed, hand-built musical taxonomy, powers Pandora's personalization - using musicological "DNA" and constant listener feedback to craft personalized stations from a growing collection of hundreds of thousands of recordings. Tens of millions of people in the United States turn on Pandora to hear music they love.
SOURCE Pandora
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Pandora
CONTACT: Pandora, Amanda Conti, Manager, Corporate Communications and Public Relations, press@pandora.com, +1-510-842-6996, Deborah Roth, Vice President, Corporate Communications and Public Relations, press@pandora.com, or Dominic Paschel, VP, Corporate Finance and Investor Relations, investor@pandora.com; or Roku, Tricia Arana Mifsud, triciam@roku.com, +1-408-898-4452
Web Site: http://www.pandora.com
Consumers can enjoy personalized music with one click of a button
OAKLAND, Calif., Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Pandora (NYSE: P), the leader in personalized internet radio today announced it is extending its presence on Roku with the addition of a dedicated Pandora button on the remote controls of select Roku streaming players, including Roku 2 XD and Roku LT models. The Pandora button gives Roku customers instant access right at their fingertips, with just one click of a button, to the personalized music they love to listen to in their homes.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110615/SF20192LOGO)
"Roku customers absolutely love Pandora, making it our most popular music channel," said Charles Seiber, vice president of marketing at Roku, "Now with the dedicated Pandora button on Roku remote controls, our customers will be a single click away from hearing their favorite music from Pandora on their TVs."
Pandora Vice President of Business Development Ian Geller said, "We've taken a big step forward in our mission to expand Pandora everywhere with the launch of the dedicated Pandora button on Roku remote controls. Close to 35% of radio listening takes place in the home making Roku players essential for streaming Pandora to the TV. The addition of the Pandora remote control button gives Roku customers an exceptional personalized music experience."
Pandora is one of the top five most popular channels on Roku and is featured in the Roku Channel Store, and on the home screen of most Roku players. Roku 2 XD and Roku LT models, with the dedicated Pandora button on the remote controls will be available at retailers nationwide in early November.
About Pandora
Pandora gives people music they love anytime, anywhere, through connected devices. (OK, we've added comedy as well. So we're also up for playing some jokes you'll love.) Personalized stations launch instantly with the input of a single "seed" - a favorite artist, song or genre. The Music Genome Project®, a deeply detailed, hand-built musical taxonomy, powers Pandora's personalization - using musicological "DNA" and constant listener feedback to craft personalized stations from a growing collection of hundreds of thousands of recordings. Tens of millions of people in the United States turn on Pandora to hear music they love.
SOURCE Pandora
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http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Pandora
CONTACT: Pandora, Amanda Conti, Manager, Corporate Communications and Public Relations, press@pandora.com, +1-510-842-6996, Deborah Roth, Vice President, Corporate Communications and Public Relations, press@pandora.com, or Dominic Paschel, VP, Corporate Finance and Investor Relations, investor@pandora.com; or Roku, Tricia Arana Mifsud, triciam@roku.com, +1-408-898-4452
Web Site: http://www.pandora.com
ConnectSolutions Launches Managed Private Cloud for Microsoft Lync for Enterprise and Government
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 7:21:01 AM
ConnectSolutions Launches Managed Private Cloud for Microsoft Lync for Enterprise and Government
Introductory offer help organizations be more agile in the cloud and take the first step toward launching an enterprise-wide unified communications solution.
EMERYVILLE, Calif., Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- ConnectSolutions (http://www.connectsolutions.com), a leading provider of unified communication and conferencing solutions has released the first-ever Managed Private Cloud for Microsoft Lync, an enterprise-class offering specifically designed for large, global organizations. As part of its introductory launch, ConnectSolutions is offering a 1,000-person department rollout of Microsoft Lync for $10 per user per month.* This helps an organization's end-users and IT staff acclimate to Microsoft Lync in a safe, phased approach before deploying enterprise-wide.
The Managed Private Cloud for Microsoft Lync is deployed on ConnectSolutions' enterprise-class UC3 Platform, a reliable, scalable and secure platform that runs unified communications and conferencing applications in the cloud. The company operates out of five global data centers and delivers FISMA-compliant offerings that meet the stringent security requirements of the federal government. ConnectSolutions' Orion Services team ensures that Microsoft Lync is architected to fit into existing IT infrastructure as well as provides support and training which leads to rapid enterprise adoption.
With its cloud offering, ConnectSolutions helps organizations realize the productivity gains and reduced communication costs provided with Microsoft Lync in weeks, not months or years - without the capital infrastructure investment and dedicated IT resources otherwise required. Organizations with enterprise-license agreements (ELA) can use the Microsoft licenses they have already purchased.
"Our clients are excited about Microsoft Lync and the benefits of unified communications, but they've asked us for a faster, easier way to get started," says Michael Fitzpatrick, President & CEO. "By delivering integrated UC applications on the UC3 Platform, we alleviate the headaches associated with managing it themselves. We've already built the complex global infrastructure and resolved the IT challenges associated with large-scale communications deployments. Now, we can extend these benefits to our clients in the cloud which helps IT teams be more agile."
About ConnectSolutions
ConnectSolutions is a leading private-cloud service provider of Unified-Communications-as-a-Service (UCaaS) solutions for large enterprise and government organizations. ConnectSolutions deploys best-of-breed communication, conferencing, and collaboration applications on a secure, reliable, and scalable platform and offers convenient, per-seat purchasing plans. Contact: Matt Hendrickson, VP Marketing, matth@connectsolutions.com, 510-530-3516.
* Expires 1/31/2012.Limited offer for enterprise and government organizations while capacity is available. Enterprise voice capabilities and Microsoft Lync licenses are sold separately.
SOURCE ConnectSolutions
ConnectSolutions
Web Site: http://www.connectsolutions.com
Introductory offer help organizations be more agile in the cloud and take the first step toward launching an enterprise-wide unified communications solution.
EMERYVILLE, Calif., Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- ConnectSolutions (http://www.connectsolutions.com), a leading provider of unified communication and conferencing solutions has released the first-ever Managed Private Cloud for Microsoft Lync, an enterprise-class offering specifically designed for large, global organizations. As part of its introductory launch, ConnectSolutions is offering a 1,000-person department rollout of Microsoft Lync for $10 per user per month.* This helps an organization's end-users and IT staff acclimate to Microsoft Lync in a safe, phased approach before deploying enterprise-wide.
The Managed Private Cloud for Microsoft Lync is deployed on ConnectSolutions' enterprise-class UC3 Platform, a reliable, scalable and secure platform that runs unified communications and conferencing applications in the cloud. The company operates out of five global data centers and delivers FISMA-compliant offerings that meet the stringent security requirements of the federal government. ConnectSolutions' Orion Services team ensures that Microsoft Lync is architected to fit into existing IT infrastructure as well as provides support and training which leads to rapid enterprise adoption.
With its cloud offering, ConnectSolutions helps organizations realize the productivity gains and reduced communication costs provided with Microsoft Lync in weeks, not months or years - without the capital infrastructure investment and dedicated IT resources otherwise required. Organizations with enterprise-license agreements (ELA) can use the Microsoft licenses they have already purchased.
"Our clients are excited about Microsoft Lync and the benefits of unified communications, but they've asked us for a faster, easier way to get started," says Michael Fitzpatrick, President & CEO. "By delivering integrated UC applications on the UC3 Platform, we alleviate the headaches associated with managing it themselves. We've already built the complex global infrastructure and resolved the IT challenges associated with large-scale communications deployments. Now, we can extend these benefits to our clients in the cloud which helps IT teams be more agile."
About ConnectSolutions
ConnectSolutions is a leading private-cloud service provider of Unified-Communications-as-a-Service (UCaaS) solutions for large enterprise and government organizations. ConnectSolutions deploys best-of-breed communication, conferencing, and collaboration applications on a secure, reliable, and scalable platform and offers convenient, per-seat purchasing plans. Contact: Matt Hendrickson, VP Marketing, matth@connectsolutions.com, 510-530-3516.
* Expires 1/31/2012.Limited offer for enterprise and government organizations while capacity is available. Enterprise voice capabilities and Microsoft Lync licenses are sold separately.
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ConnectSolutions
Web Site: http://www.connectsolutions.com
Spreadtrum and Sohu.com Partner to Deliver an App Store for Feature Phones
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 7:14:01 AM
Spreadtrum and Sohu.com Partner to Deliver an App Store for Feature Phones
SHANGHAI, Nov. 3, 2011/PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- Spreadtrum Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPRD; "Spreadtrum" or the "Company" ), a leading fabless semiconductor provider in China with advanced technology in both 2G and 3G wireless communications standards, today announced a strategic partnership with Sohu.com Inc., China's leading online media, search, gaming, community and mobile service group. Through this partnership, Sohu has developed a mobile app store for Spreadtrum's WRE ("Windows Runtime Environment") platform for feature phones. Sohu will also use the app store, which supports applications both from Sohu and other mobile developers, to deliver rich Internet applications and services to China consumers.
Spreadtrum's WRE platform is middleware for feature phones that enables dynamic loading and updating of applications post-sale, providing the same experience to consumers as smartphone handsets. Sohu has leveraged Spreadtrum's platform to deliver a complete app store solution, including its related server-side operations. Spreadtrum's WRE platform with Sohu's app store solution has been rolled out in volume by one of China's top ten design houses and is now integrated into Spreadtrum's standard feature phone platform solution.
"Sohu.com has more than ten years of experience in delivering applications to more than one hundred million users, and is a leading provider of online applications and games in China," said Dr. Leo Li, Spreadtrum's president and CEO. "By partnering with Sohu.com, we bring together their core competency in Internet services with our strength in feature phone platforms, bringing smartphone and app store capability to the highest volume phone segment in China and emerging markets. This expands Sohu's and other application developers' reach to a larger mobile user base and transforms the traditional definition of feature phones."
Dr. Charles Zhang, Sohu.com Inc's Chairman and CEO, said: "The strategic cooperation with Spreadtrum is far-reaching in impact to the mobile internet industry. As a global top five mobile phone chip supplier, Spreadtrum's customers reach a large user base interested in the mobile Internet experience. By cooperating with Spreadtrum, we can provide a variety of mobile internet services to this group of users, including web, video, microblogging, search, maps and other applications."
Spreadtrum's WRE platform with Sohu.com's app store is now shipping in volume with Spreadtrum's SC6800H chip to one of China's top ten design houses. Spreadtrum expects shipments to grow over the coming quarters.
About Spreadtrum Communications, Inc.
Spreadtrum Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPRD; "Spreadtrum") is a fabless semiconductor company that develops baseband and RF processor solutions for the wireless communications market. Spreadtrum combines its semiconductor design expertise with its software development capabilities to deliver highly integrated baseband processors with multimedia functionality and power management. Spreadtrum has developed solutions based on an open development platform, enabling its customers to develop customized wireless products that are feature-rich to meet their cost and time-to-market requirements. For more information, visit http://www.spreadtrum.com.
About Sohu.com, Inc.
Sohu.com Inc. is China's premier online brand and indispensable to the daily life of millions of Chinese, providing a network of web properties and community based/web 2.0 products which offer the vast Sohu user community a broad array of choices regarding information, entertainment and communication. Sohu has built one of the most comprehensive matrices of Chinese language web properties and proprietary search engines, consisting of the mass portal and leading online media destination. Sohu corporate services consist of online brand advertising on its matrix of websites as well as bid listing and home page on its in-house developed search directory and engine. Sohu also offers wireless value-added services such as news, information, music, ringtone and picture content sent over mobile phones. Sohu's online game subsidiary, Changyou.com and its subsidiaries currently operate over 10 online games that includes in-house developed MMORPGs, such as Tian Long Ba Bu, one of the most popular online games in China, and Duke of Mount Deer, as well as Web-based games such as DDTank. Sohu.com, established by Dr. Charles Zhang, one of China's internet pioneers, is in its fifteenth year of operation.
Safe Harbor Statements:
This press release contains 'forward-looking statements' within the meaning of the 'safe harbor' provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements include, without limitation, Sohu's use of the app store to deliver rich Internet applications and services to China consumers; the effectiveness of Spreadtrum's WRE platform to provide the same experience to consumers as smartphone handsets; the effectiveness of the partnership between Spreadtrum and Sohu.com to bring smartphone and app store capability to the highest volume phone segment in China and emerging markets, expand Sohu's and other application developers' reach to a larger mobile user base and transform the traditional definition of feature phones; far-reaching impact to the mobile internet industry by the strategic partnership; Sohu's ability to provide a variety of mobile internet services to users who are interested in the mobile internet experience by virtue of the cooperation between the parties; and Spreadtrum's expectations with respect to the shipments of Spreadtrum's WRE platform with Sohu.com's app store growing over the coming quarters. The Company uses words like 'believe,' 'anticipate,' 'intend,' 'estimate,' 'expect,' 'project' and similar expressions to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these words. These statements are forward-looking in nature and involve risks and uncertainties that may cause actual market trends and the Company's actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in these forward-looking statements for a variety of reasons. Potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, continuing competitive pressure in the semiconductor industry and the effect of such pressure on prices; unpredictable changes in technology and consumer demand for mobile phones; market acceptance of Spreadtrum's WRE platform; the state of and any change in the Company's strategic cooperation with Sohu.com; the state of and any change in the Company's relationship with its major customers; and changes in political, economic, legal and social conditions in China. For additional discussion of these risks and uncertainties and other factors, please consider the information contained in the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the 'SEC') and the annual report on Form 20-F filed on April 6, 2011, as amended, especially the sections under 'Risk Factors' and such other documents that the Company may file with the SEC from time to time, including on Form 6-K. The Company assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements, which apply only as of the date of this press release, and does not intend to update any forward-looking statement whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise except as required by law.
SOURCE Spreadtrum Communications, Inc.
Spreadtrum Communications, Inc.
CONTACT: Investor Relations, Spreadtrum Communications, Inc.: Diana Jovin, +1-650-308-8148, IR@spreadtrum.com
Web Site: http://www.spreadtrum.com
SHANGHAI, Nov. 3, 2011/PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- Spreadtrum Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPRD; "Spreadtrum" or the "Company" ), a leading fabless semiconductor provider in China with advanced technology in both 2G and 3G wireless communications standards, today announced a strategic partnership with Sohu.com Inc., China's leading online media, search, gaming, community and mobile service group. Through this partnership, Sohu has developed a mobile app store for Spreadtrum's WRE ("Windows Runtime Environment") platform for feature phones. Sohu will also use the app store, which supports applications both from Sohu and other mobile developers, to deliver rich Internet applications and services to China consumers.
Spreadtrum's WRE platform is middleware for feature phones that enables dynamic loading and updating of applications post-sale, providing the same experience to consumers as smartphone handsets. Sohu has leveraged Spreadtrum's platform to deliver a complete app store solution, including its related server-side operations. Spreadtrum's WRE platform with Sohu's app store solution has been rolled out in volume by one of China's top ten design houses and is now integrated into Spreadtrum's standard feature phone platform solution.
"Sohu.com has more than ten years of experience in delivering applications to more than one hundred million users, and is a leading provider of online applications and games in China," said Dr. Leo Li, Spreadtrum's president and CEO. "By partnering with Sohu.com, we bring together their core competency in Internet services with our strength in feature phone platforms, bringing smartphone and app store capability to the highest volume phone segment in China and emerging markets. This expands Sohu's and other application developers' reach to a larger mobile user base and transforms the traditional definition of feature phones."
Dr. Charles Zhang, Sohu.com Inc's Chairman and CEO, said: "The strategic cooperation with Spreadtrum is far-reaching in impact to the mobile internet industry. As a global top five mobile phone chip supplier, Spreadtrum's customers reach a large user base interested in the mobile Internet experience. By cooperating with Spreadtrum, we can provide a variety of mobile internet services to this group of users, including web, video, microblogging, search, maps and other applications."
Spreadtrum's WRE platform with Sohu.com's app store is now shipping in volume with Spreadtrum's SC6800H chip to one of China's top ten design houses. Spreadtrum expects shipments to grow over the coming quarters.
About Spreadtrum Communications, Inc.
Spreadtrum Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPRD; "Spreadtrum") is a fabless semiconductor company that develops baseband and RF processor solutions for the wireless communications market. Spreadtrum combines its semiconductor design expertise with its software development capabilities to deliver highly integrated baseband processors with multimedia functionality and power management. Spreadtrum has developed solutions based on an open development platform, enabling its customers to develop customized wireless products that are feature-rich to meet their cost and time-to-market requirements. For more information, visit http://www.spreadtrum.com.
About Sohu.com, Inc.
Sohu.com Inc. is China's premier online brand and indispensable to the daily life of millions of Chinese, providing a network of web properties and community based/web 2.0 products which offer the vast Sohu user community a broad array of choices regarding information, entertainment and communication. Sohu has built one of the most comprehensive matrices of Chinese language web properties and proprietary search engines, consisting of the mass portal and leading online media destination. Sohu corporate services consist of online brand advertising on its matrix of websites as well as bid listing and home page on its in-house developed search directory and engine. Sohu also offers wireless value-added services such as news, information, music, ringtone and picture content sent over mobile phones. Sohu's online game subsidiary, Changyou.com and its subsidiaries currently operate over 10 online games that includes in-house developed MMORPGs, such as Tian Long Ba Bu, one of the most popular online games in China, and Duke of Mount Deer, as well as Web-based games such as DDTank. Sohu.com, established by Dr. Charles Zhang, one of China's internet pioneers, is in its fifteenth year of operation.
Safe Harbor Statements:
This press release contains 'forward-looking statements' within the meaning of the 'safe harbor' provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements include, without limitation, Sohu's use of the app store to deliver rich Internet applications and services to China consumers; the effectiveness of Spreadtrum's WRE platform to provide the same experience to consumers as smartphone handsets; the effectiveness of the partnership between Spreadtrum and Sohu.com to bring smartphone and app store capability to the highest volume phone segment in China and emerging markets, expand Sohu's and other application developers' reach to a larger mobile user base and transform the traditional definition of feature phones; far-reaching impact to the mobile internet industry by the strategic partnership; Sohu's ability to provide a variety of mobile internet services to users who are interested in the mobile internet experience by virtue of the cooperation between the parties; and Spreadtrum's expectations with respect to the shipments of Spreadtrum's WRE platform with Sohu.com's app store growing over the coming quarters. The Company uses words like 'believe,' 'anticipate,' 'intend,' 'estimate,' 'expect,' 'project' and similar expressions to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these words. These statements are forward-looking in nature and involve risks and uncertainties that may cause actual market trends and the Company's actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in these forward-looking statements for a variety of reasons. Potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, continuing competitive pressure in the semiconductor industry and the effect of such pressure on prices; unpredictable changes in technology and consumer demand for mobile phones; market acceptance of Spreadtrum's WRE platform; the state of and any change in the Company's strategic cooperation with Sohu.com; the state of and any change in the Company's relationship with its major customers; and changes in political, economic, legal and social conditions in China. For additional discussion of these risks and uncertainties and other factors, please consider the information contained in the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the 'SEC') and the annual report on Form 20-F filed on April 6, 2011, as amended, especially the sections under 'Risk Factors' and such other documents that the Company may file with the SEC from time to time, including on Form 6-K. The Company assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements, which apply only as of the date of this press release, and does not intend to update any forward-looking statement whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise except as required by law.
SOURCE Spreadtrum Communications, Inc.
Spreadtrum Communications, Inc.
CONTACT: Investor Relations, Spreadtrum Communications, Inc.: Diana Jovin, +1-650-308-8148, IR@spreadtrum.com
Web Site: http://www.spreadtrum.com
Callaway Golf Delivers Award-Winning Performance and Lightweight Comfort With Its 2012 Golf Bag Collection
Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on November 3, 2011 at 7:14:01 AM
Callaway Golf Delivers Award-Winning Performance and Lightweight Comfort With Its 2012 Golf Bag Collection
New Bags Deliver Authentic Amenities, Lightweight Options and Innovative Base Technologies
CARLSBAD, Calif., Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Callaway Golf Company (NYSE: ELY) today announced the November 18, 2011 retail availability of its 2012 line of both stand and cart golf bags. Several new models headline the Company's golf bag collection, which last year earned two of the eight Gold Medals awarded in Golf Digest's Golf Bag "Hot List," a comprehensive evaluation of 77 golf bags. Recognized worldwide for its authenticity in the sport, Callaway's golf bags are developed with meticulous emphasis on advancing comfort, lightweight performance and innovative features for golfers.
The 2012 line introduces new marquee products like the RAZR and the Hyper-Lite(TM) 4.5, and features the newly designed XTT® Base Technologies, proprietary innovations that further differentiate Callaway as a leader in the golf bag category. The base design, which is tested extensively in various slopes and conditions found on a golf course, allows the golf bag's base to stay in full contact with the ground as the legs extend during stand activation. Furthermore, the multi-point strap system in Callaway's stand bags integrates ergonomic design for lasting comfort for golfers, who can reduce fatigue during a round based on a more even distribution of weight across the shoulders.
"As with all Callaway products and services, we are dedicated to offering the ultimate in authentic and innovative solutions for golfers," said John Melican, Senior Vice President, Global Soft Goods, Callaway Golf. "Specifically with our new collection of 2012 golf bags, Callaway is delivering products for every type of golfer: lightweight performance stand bags for walkers, and an array of storage and amenities in our cart bags for those who prefer to ride."
Some 2012 golf bag product highlights include:
The RAZR
The RAZR bag efficiently packages many of the amenities typically found in a cart bag into a sleek, lightweight stand bag. Key features include a 10-inch, 14-way top with an integrated handle, plus a multi material Comfort Tech 4-point strap system with that evenly distributes weight across the shoulders. With 11 pockets, including a waterproof pocket and an insulated water bottle pocket, the RAZR boasts a dual molded handle on the bag's spine for easy lifting and carrying. Available in White, Red and Black, the RAZR sells for MSRP: $199.99.
The Hyper-Lite 4.5
The Hyper-Lite 4.5, Callaway's premier lightweight bag in its stand bag category, features the XTT® Xtra Traction Technology base, stabilizing the stand system to help eliminate slipping during leg activation. Weighing just four and a half pounds, the Hyper-Lite 4.5 makes walking 18 holes easier on a golfer's shoulders and back than ever before while not limiting the amenities that golfers desire over a four-hour round. An extra padded 4-point double strap (that can be converted into a single strap) distributes weight across the golfer's shoulders, while a ventilated foam hip pad adds meaningful comfort. The bag's 11 pockets can store ample golf supplies and valuables. Available in five colorways, including Navy/White, Yellow/White and White/Black, the Hyper-Lite 4.5 sells for MSRP: $169.99.
The Hyper-Lite 3.5
Like the Hyper-Lite 4.5, the Hyper-Lite 3.5 is designed to blend lightweight performance with innovative features for the golfer that prefers to walk 18 holes. With an 8.5-inch, 4-way top that features two full-length dividers and an integrated handle, golfers can access their clubs seamlessly. Weighing only three and a half pounds, the Hyper-Lite 3.5 also includes the new XTT Flex Foot base, critical for those walking 18 holes of a contoured golf course. Seven pockets line the bag, which comes in six colorways, such as Red/White, White/Charcoal and White/Pink. The Hyper-Lite 3.5 sells for MSRP: $149.99
The complete line of 2012 golf bags from Callaway Golf can be viewed by visiting the stand bags and cart bags pages of the Company's web site at http://www.callawaygolf.com/standbags and http://www.callawaygolf.com/cartbags.
For more information on Callaway Golf's complete lineup of apparel, footwear, accessories, and equipment, please visit http://www.callawaygolf.com. High-resolution images of all products are available for immediate download via the Media Center portion of Callaway Golf's website: 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 shop.callawaygolf.com.
CONTACT:
Scott Goryl
Callaway Golf Company
760-804-4080
Scott.Goryl@CallawayGolf.com
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Callaway Golf Company
Web Site: http://www.callawaygolf.com
New Bags Deliver Authentic Amenities, Lightweight Options and Innovative Base Technologies
CARLSBAD, Calif., Nov. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Callaway Golf Company (NYSE: ELY) today announced the November 18, 2011 retail availability of its 2012 line of both stand and cart golf bags. Several new models headline the Company's golf bag collection, which last year earned two of the eight Gold Medals awarded in Golf Digest's Golf Bag "Hot List," a comprehensive evaluation of 77 golf bags. Recognized worldwide for its authenticity in the sport, Callaway's golf bags are developed with meticulous emphasis on advancing comfort, lightweight performance and innovative features for golfers.
The 2012 line introduces new marquee products like the RAZR and the Hyper-Lite(TM) 4.5, and features the newly designed XTT® Base Technologies, proprietary innovations that further differentiate Callaway as a leader in the golf bag category. The base design, which is tested extensively in various slopes and conditions found on a golf course, allows the golf bag's base to stay in full contact with the ground as the legs extend during stand activation. Furthermore, the multi-point strap system in Callaway's stand bags integrates ergonomic design for lasting comfort for golfers, who can reduce fatigue during a round based on a more even distribution of weight across the shoulders.
"As with all Callaway products and services, we are dedicated to offering the ultimate in authentic and innovative solutions for golfers," said John Melican, Senior Vice President, Global Soft Goods, Callaway Golf. "Specifically with our new collection of 2012 golf bags, Callaway is delivering products for every type of golfer: lightweight performance stand bags for walkers, and an array of storage and amenities in our cart bags for those who prefer to ride."
Some 2012 golf bag product highlights include:
The RAZR
The RAZR bag efficiently packages many of the amenities typically found in a cart bag into a sleek, lightweight stand bag. Key features include a 10-inch, 14-way top with an integrated handle, plus a multi material Comfort Tech 4-point strap system with that evenly distributes weight across the shoulders. With 11 pockets, including a waterproof pocket and an insulated water bottle pocket, the RAZR boasts a dual molded handle on the bag's spine for easy lifting and carrying. Available in White, Red and Black, the RAZR sells for MSRP: $199.99.
The Hyper-Lite 4.5
The Hyper-Lite 4.5, Callaway's premier lightweight bag in its stand bag category, features the XTT® Xtra Traction Technology base, stabilizing the stand system to help eliminate slipping during leg activation. Weighing just four and a half pounds, the Hyper-Lite 4.5 makes walking 18 holes easier on a golfer's shoulders and back than ever before while not limiting the amenities that golfers desire over a four-hour round. An extra padded 4-point double strap (that can be converted into a single strap) distributes weight across the golfer's shoulders, while a ventilated foam hip pad adds meaningful comfort. The bag's 11 pockets can store ample golf supplies and valuables. Available in five colorways, including Navy/White, Yellow/White and White/Black, the Hyper-Lite 4.5 sells for MSRP: $169.99.
The Hyper-Lite 3.5
Like the Hyper-Lite 4.5, the Hyper-Lite 3.5 is designed to blend lightweight performance with innovative features for the golfer that prefers to walk 18 holes. With an 8.5-inch, 4-way top that features two full-length dividers and an integrated handle, golfers can access their clubs seamlessly. Weighing only three and a half pounds, the Hyper-Lite 3.5 also includes the new XTT Flex Foot base, critical for those walking 18 holes of a contoured golf course. Seven pockets line the bag, which comes in six colorways, such as Red/White, White/Charcoal and White/Pink. The Hyper-Lite 3.5 sells for MSRP: $149.99
The complete line of 2012 golf bags from Callaway Golf can be viewed by visiting the stand bags and cart bags pages of the Company's web site at http://www.callawaygolf.com/standbags and http://www.callawaygolf.com/cartbags.
For more information on Callaway Golf's complete lineup of apparel, footwear, accessories, and equipment, please visit http://www.callawaygolf.com. High-resolution images of all products are available for immediate download via the Media Center portion of Callaway Golf's website: 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 shop.callawaygolf.com.
CONTACT:
Scott Goryl
Callaway Golf Company
760-804-4080
Scott.Goryl@CallawayGolf.com
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20091203/CGLOGO)
SOURCE Callaway Golf Company
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Callaway Golf Company
Web Site: http://www.callawaygolf.com