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Far East Movement Combines Their Style with HEX'S Design DNA for the HEX|Free Wired Signature Line

Musical Talent and Fashionable Accessories Collide in Three-Part Capsule

OXNARD, Calif., Nov. 2, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- HEX, fashionable tech accessories and street-wear brand, today announced the availability of a new line of accessories designed in collaboration with world renowned musical group, Far East Movement.  The Free Wired capsule includes three fresh products--the Free Wired Recon Backpack, the Free Wired Icon Watch Band and Free Wired Code Wallet--emulating Far East Movement's signature style in this next generation of tech-cessories.

"We are excited to get to work with musical talent who also support the fashion and design behind our brand," says Dan Maravilla, vice president of HEX. "As fans of Far East Movement's music and their unique style, we saw a great match where we could connect our music and fashion worlds."

Each product from the Free Wired capsule features an exclusive grey and red color sequence representative of Far East Movement's style.  The Free Wired Recon Backpack features a water-resistant, custom  grey canvas fabrication with red detailing and signature logos, as well as a cushioned interior, perfect for toting electronics to and from the studio, the classroom or for tomorrow morning's business meeting.

The Free Wired Code Wallet is a sleek genuine leather wallet which fits the iPhone 4/4S in a dark grey covering with red interior featuring the Free Wired logo in the custom-molded cell phone bed. Lastly, the Free Wired Icon Watch Band allows users and musicians alike to carry their music libraries through Apple's iPod nano (sixth & seventh generation) and jam out tunes on-the-go in a custom grey, polycarbonate band with red detailing and a metal clasp with an etched Free Wired logo.

"We're excited to have teamed up with HEX to help design this line," says Kev Nish, of Far East Movement. "For us, HEX, is the perfect 'Free Wired' mash-up of fashion and tech so it's become an everyday part of our lifestyle."

The HEX|Free Wired capsule joins an extensive line of fashionable tech accessories including HEX'S bag line, Code Wallets and iPod nano watch bands. For more information and pricing please visit http://www.ShopHEX.com.

About HEX:

Established in 2010, by the trend setting folks at August Accessories in Oxnard California, HEX is proud to bring a splash of pizzazz and fashion forward thinking to the often mundane world of tech apparel and merchandise. With over 20 years of experience within the fashion and accessories industry, August has sprouted a brand that is sure to take the market by storm. With a collection that showcases ever modern iPod nano® watchbands and a stylish array of bags, through fusing technology and fashion HEX has created some very innovative products that will no doubt garner top-quality storage for all of your tech devices without damaging your steez or street cred. We're here to serve... More information on HEX can be found on http://www.ShopHex.com, Facebookand Twitter.

About Far East Movement:

Far East Movement is a pop music phenomenon that exploded internationally with the unforgettable party anthem, "Like A G6." The boisterous ode to "getting slizzard" perfectly chronicled the downtown L.A. lifestyle of group members Kev Nish, Prohgress, J-Splif and DJ Virman. They followed "G6" with the soaring "Rocketeer," a Billboard Top 10 smash that has sold over two million copies to date. Since introducing their loyal fan base to their debut album and concept Free Wired (living free, staying wired), the quartet are currently preparing their eagerly anticipated sophomore release. Propelled by the new track "Jello," a thunderous effort targeting the ladies, the group is premiering a sound that they refer to as "L.A. bass." Heavy on pounding, euphoric rhythms, the self-proclaimed "FM creeps" are eager to share their latest output with their many listeners - or, as FM would dub them, "bassheads."

SOURCE  HEX

HEX

CONTACT: +1-619-234-0345, hex@formulapr.com

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

BNY Mellon Launches TreasuryEdge(SM) Mobile

NEW YORK, Nov. 2, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- BNY Mellon, the global leader in investment management and investment services, today announced the launch of TreasuryEdge(SM) Mobile, designed to assist clients with managing their electronic banking transactions and related information reporting from an iPad®.  TreasuryEdge Mobile joins offerings available from BNY Mellon's liquidity services, asset servicing, and global markets businesses as part of a growing series of integrated applets available via BNY Mellon Connect.  Designed to provide clients with a single point of interface for iPad-based BNY Mellon offerings, BNY Mellon Connect has been available for download via the App Store since early this past summer.

An adaptation of BNY Mellon's new TreasuryEdge desktop electronic banking application, TreasuryEdge Mobile delivers key TreasuryEdge features adapted specifically for client use on iPads and other mobile devices.  Available for download to registered TreasuryEdge users at the App Store through BNY Mellon Connect(SM) Mobile, TreasuryEdge Mobile will allow Treasury Services clients to quickly access key data elements and initiate, approve and/or release transactions using their mobile device.

"Our two most important priorities are providing  innovative solutions that help our clients succeed, and integrating treasury services with other BNY Mellon businesses to make sure we're delivering the full range of BNY Mellon's capabilities to our clients," said Susan Skerritt, executive vice president and global head of business strategy & market solutions for BNY Mellon Treasury Services. "TreasuryEdge Mobile delivers on both of those commitments.  Uniquely responsive to client needs for service on a 'wherever, whenever' basis, this new app fully leverages the mobility, convenience and efficiency advantages of today's smart mobile devices.  It also integrates our Treasury Services offerings with other related BNY Mellon capabilities, notably our liquidity services.  The debut of TreasuryEdge Mobile marks an important step forward in realizing the potential of BNY Mellon Connect Mobile for our clients."

Featuring a client-friendly dashboard display, TreasuryEdge Mobile has been designed to provide:

    --  Timely information on the client's cash accounts, with information
        related to decision-making on cash flows, balance and investment levels
    --  An activity feature that allows clients to report and take action on
        various payment activities
    --  Transaction tools that allow clients to create, verify or release
        intra-company transactions
    --  Reporting tools that allow for the generation and delivery of basic
        TreasuryEdge reports to the mobile device

Additional features and functionalities will be added to TreasuryEdge Mobile in upcoming releases.

Like all of the offerings available via BNY Mellon Connect Mobile, TreasuryEdge Mobile was designed with crucial security safeguards.  BNY Mellon Connect Mobile is secured by multi-factor authentication that includes a combination of user ID, password, and mobile device identifier.  First time users of the app with Web-based log-in credentials as an existing BNY Mellon client are taken through an enrollment process.

With locations on six continents and a network of more than 2,000 correspondent financial institutions, BNY Mellon's Treasury Services group delivers high-quality performance in global payments, trade services, cash management, capital markets, foreign exchange and derivatives. It helps clients optimize cash flow, manage liquidity and make payments more efficiently around the world in more than 100 currencies.  Processing more than $1.6 trillion in payments transactions on a daily basis, the company is a top-five participant in both the CHIPS and overall funds transfer markets, and is a recognized leader in the delivery of white-label treasury services solutions for banks and other large institutional clients.

BNY Mellon, the global leader in investment management and investment services, BNY Mellon is a global financial services company focused on helping clients manage and service their financial assets, operating in 36 countries and serving more than 100 markets. BNY Mellon is a leading provider of financial services for institutions, corporations and high-net-worth individuals, offering superior investment management and investment services through a worldwide client-focused team. It has $25.9 trillion in assets under custody and administration and $1.2 trillion in assets under management, services $11.9 trillion in outstanding debt and processes global payments averaging $1.6 trillion per day. BNY Mellon is the corporate brand of The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation (NYSE: BK). Additional information is available at http://www.bnymellon.com and through Twitter@bnymellon.

Note to editors:  TreasuryEdge Mobile demonstrations will be available at the BNY Mellon booth -- booth #2025 --  at the 2011 AFP Annual Conference in Boston.   Representatives from BNY Mellon's Treasury Services and Liquidity Services group will be on hand to discuss the integration of treasury and liquidity management offerings as part of the BNY Mellon Connect Mobile app.

SOURCE  BNY Mellon

BNY Mellon

CONTACT: Ron Sommer, +1-412-236-0082, ron.sommer@bnymellon.com

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

Q-Sensei is Recognized as "Innovative Business Analytics Company to Watch in 2011" by Leading Market Analyst Firm

Its Enterprise Search Platform Exemplifies Innovation in Collaborative Decision Management

ROCKLEDGE, Florida, November 2, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    International market research and analyst firm IDC has selected Q-Sensei
as one of six Innovative Business Analytics Companies under $100 Million to
Watch in 2011 (IDC #230923, October 2011). Q-Sensei is a next-generation
search company creating multi-dimensional search-based applications for
enterprise and consumers.

    Q-Sensei's Enterprise Search Platform was recognized by IDC for
exemplifying innovation in the business analytics sub-category of
Collaborative Decision Management - "enabling documentation of decision
processes, provide contextual collaboration, and improve not only
information sharing but the sharing of experience that supplemented the data
to inform a decision."

    Corporations face information access and business analytics
inefficiencies from handling large volumes of data housed in diverse data
stores. Employees are struggling to find the needed information for critical
decision-making.

    "New technologies are eliminating boundaries between content and data to
enable pervasive access to all relevant information. Contributing to this
innovation is a group of small companies with the vision and technology to
have an impact on the IT marketplace," says Henry Morris, senior VP,
Worldwide Software and Services.

    IDC noted Q-Sensei's Enterprise Search Platform (ESP)'s ability to
process and find correlations between various types of data (structured or
unstructured) from diverse information silos, both internal and external.
Q-Sensei takes the information access process even deeper by "normalizing"
the data and providing an organized structure to the content. Furthermore,
Q-Sensei's ESP captures employee expertise by enabling users to share files,
provide reviews on content or share insights and correlations on information
and data to also consider in the decision-making process.

    "We are truly honored by this recognition from IDC," stated Ute Rother,
CEO of Q-Sensei. "Q-Sensei was borne out of combining two powerful concepts
from a search and information access company and a social knowledge network.
This award affirms our vision that best strategic decisions are supported by
computational power to provide a holistic and correlated view of information
and easy-to-use interfaces for end-users and administrators to leverage
collaboration and employee know-how."

    IDC's "Innovative Companies Under $100M to Watch" reports are a
qualitative evaluation of a set of vendors within a specific market; they
are not a stack ranking. Nor do they represent an exhaustive evaluation of
all companies in a segment or a comparative ranking of the companies in the
report. IDC solicited entries from vendors of less than $100 million that
exemplify specific key trends (selected by analysts) that are driving change
in a specific software market. Vendors then submitted case studies that
exemplified one of the trends used as the basis for the award. These case
studies were evaluated individually and independently by related market
analysts across several pre-determined criteria. The teams then met to
review the scores. The case studies submitted for review had to demonstrate
that the technology was available, able to be implemented, and provided
real-world benefits to the customer.

    About Q-Sensei

    Q-Sensei is a new and powerful approach to search navigation which
addresses the increasing volumes of structured and unstructured information
on the Internet, in businesses networks (Intranets), on private computers,
personal databases and hand-held devices. With Q-Sensei, users can quickly
find - and discover - the relevant "needles" in the endless "haystacks" of
data through its powerful multi-dimensional searching and indexing engine.
Multi-dimensional search builds on full-text and faceted search, organizes
and enables search along multiple 'dimensions' of data - including but not
limited to date, tag, author, source, language, content type, etc. Q-Sensei
Corp. was formed in 2007 as a Delaware corporation out of a merger of the
German-based social knowledge network Lalisio and the American search
specialist QUASM. Q-Sensei's Search and Presentation Engine is protected by
U.S. Patents 7,080,059 and 7,680,777. More information can be found at
http://www.qsensei.com

   
    Contact:
    Catherine Colton
    Q-Sensei Corp.
    +1-718-596-7509
    Catherine@qsensei.com

Source: Q-Sensei Corp.

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TravelShark Acquires 80 Premium Travel Websites in Asia, Europe

High-value hotel domains in growing travel destinations strengthen industry-leading network of hyper-local travel-planning sites

PALAIS RENAISSANCE, Singapore, Nov. 2, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading online global travel network TravelShark continues to enhance its position in popular destinations across Asia Pacific and Europe with the acquisition of 80 new major-market, destination-specific websites. TravelShark's newest domain acquisitions - all now live sites with new and enhanced TravelShark content - include heavily trafficked sites in premium travel locales, including BeijingHotels.com, SingaporeHotels.com, BangkokHotels.com and KualaLumpurHotels.com.

TravelShark's acquisition of the premium set of hotel sites in Asia and Europe follows a series of announcements about new content initiatives, including the recent acquisition of eat.shop guides (now rather travel guides). TravelShark intends to continue enhancing its existing major-market sites and these new domains with the best hyper-local content available to locals and travelers around the globe.

In addition to locally generated travel-planning content, each of TravelShark's market-specific websites offers great rates on hundreds of local hotels in the world's most sought-after destinations. The sites give consumers interactive hubs for travel planning, with curated visitor guides containing detailed trip-planning information like popular restaurants, upcoming events, must-see attractions and nightlife tips.

"Through strategic decisions like this combined with active new product initiatives like rather, TravelShark is moving aggressively toward its objective of being the leading point of connection between global travelers and hyper-local travel solutions," said TravelShark CEO Sue Heilbronner. "This acquisition helps us fulfill that promise by showcasing our unique content on the premier websites in Asia, the fastest-growing travel market in the world, and also our 'home' region for our Singapore-based company."

Meanwhile, the TravelShark network offers opportunities for hotels to connect directly with international consumers through premium positioning on TravelShark sites through the company's Featured Hotel Program. The program links directly from these premium slots to a client hotel's proprietary booking engine, enhancing the hotel's most profitable booking channel.

For more information on TravelShark and its online global travel network, please visit http://www.travelshark.com.

About TravelShark
TravelShark is the world's largest online travel network, with thousands of location-based travel websites for destinations around the globe. TravelShark connects global travelers with hyper-local travel solutions and memorable trips. The company's sites generate profitable revenue for travel companies by driving direct bookings for hotels, resorts, restaurants, spas and more through its Featured Hotel Program. The TravelShark network includes major-market, content-rich sites like LasVegasHotels.com, SydneyHotels.com and HotelLondon.com. TravelShark is headquartered in Singapore, with a U.S. office in Boulder, Colorado. To learn more about how TravelShark can work for your property or travel company, please visit http://www.travelshark.com, or call +1-720-239-1280.

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SOURCE  TravelShark

TravelShark

CONTACT: Samantha Lee of TravelShark, +1-720-239-1286, sam@travelshark.com

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

Monsoon Commerce Launches Ground-Breaking Web-Hosted Solution and Announces New Corporate Brand

Innovative new offering and updated brand align to build on momentum and drive growth

EMERYVILLE, Calif., Nov. 2, 2011/PRNewswire/ --Monsoon Commerce, Inc., a preferred provider of online marketplace and e-commerce solutions for merchants, announced today the availability of its latest offering: Seller Connect. The hosted solution is specifically designed to help small- to medium-sized businesses sell more on marketplaces like Amazon.com and eBay. Concurrently, Monsoon Commerce unveiled a new brand identity, further supporting the company's momentum and rapid expansion in providing e-commerce solutions for merchants across the globe.

(Logo:  http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20111027/MM95516LOGO)

Seller Connect

With the introduction of Seller Connect, Monsoon Commerce adds to its expanding suite of e-commerce solutions: Seller Hub, Seller Edge, Seller Pro, and Order Manager, which was acquired with Stone Edge Technologies earlier this year. Seller Connect is ideal for those merchants looking to sell book and media inventory efficiently across a complete array of online marketplaces without the expense and hassle of hardware and installation costs.

"The development of Seller Connect was in direct response to the need we have heard from the seller community. It offers the perfect combination of ease of use, rapid time to value, and sophisticated capabilities--all within a simple, hosted solution," said Kanth Gopalpur, president of Monsoon Commerce. "There is significant demand in the marketplace for hosted solutions, and we are thrilled to answer that call with a product that embodies all of the best features of our existing software solutions."

Seller Connect enables merchants to process, fulfill, and ship orders placed on Amazon.com, eBay, Half.com, Alibris, and the Monsoon Commerce Seller Hub partner network--which features over 30 sales channels like Barnes & Noble--in a single, secure, user-friendly interface. Merchants using Seller Connect will be able to sell more, in a more efficient manner, and realize increased profitability by taking advantage of its rich set of capabilities, including:

    --  Simultaneous multi-market inventory listing management
    --  Sophisticated and automatic pricing and repricing
    --  Centralized inventory management
    --  Efficient order management
    --  World-class customer support

Monsoon Commerce Rebrand

In addition to Seller Connect, Monsoon Commerce released a new corporate identity, including a redesigned website at monsooncommerce.com.

"Our new identity is not only a fresh look and feel for Monsoon Commerce; it reflects our new position in the e-commerce landscape. We have experienced significant growth over the last couple of years, with a doubling in staff, new office locations, and multiple new products," said Casey Carey, vice president of marketing. "Our new brand reflects the sophisticated solutions we offer our customers every day. At the same time, it provides a platform for our future as we continue to grow and expand."

About Monsoon Commerce

Monsoon Commerce solutions and experts help e-commerce merchants to succeed online. More than 20,000 online merchants use Monsoon Commerce--and more than 90% of them have realized increased sales as a result. Learn more at monsooncommerce.com.

SOURCE  Monsoon Commerce, Inc.

Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20111027/MM95516LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Monsoon Commerce, Inc.

CONTACT: Robin Carter, Marketing Manager, pr@monsooncommerce.com, or Casey Carey, VP, Marketing, ccarey@monsooncommerce.com, tw: @caseycarey

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

AT&T Expands Mobile Broadband Wireless Capacity in the Traverse City Area

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

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., Nov. 2, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Customers in the Traverse City area are expected to experience improved mobile broadband coverage   and voice performance as a result of continued investment and innovation by AT&T*. The company announced today that it has completed a key initiative in its ongoing efforts to enhance the wireless capacity and performance of its mobile broadband network throughout Traverse City.

"Expanded mobile broadband access is a critically important tool for business in and around Traverse City," said Doug Luchiani, President of the Traverse City Chamber of Commerce.  "Stronger signals and faster connections are essential for families, job makers and entrepreneurs doing business in the 21st century economy."

The network enhancement adds new layers of frequency, also known as "carriers," to three cell sites  in the Traverse City area 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.

"Families and job makers in Traverse City will be better connected than ever before thanks to this additional investment from AT&T," said state Sen. Howard Walker (R-Traverse City). "Expanded hi-speed broadband coverage will make northern Michigan even more attractive to businesses and help us reinvent this region into one that can continue to attract, maintain and grow great new jobs."

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

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

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

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

For more information about AT&T's coverage in Michigan or anywhere in the United States, consumers can visit the AT&T Coverage Viewer.

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

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

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

About AT&T

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

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

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

Cautionary Language Concerning Forward-Looking Statements

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

SOURCE  AT&T Inc.

AT&T Inc.

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

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

US Dataworks Announces the New PayItAnywhere(TM) App for the Clearingworks® Platform

Taking payments from your website, iPad, or smart phone has never been easier, safer, or more affordable

SUGAR LAND, Texas, Nov. 2, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- US Dataworks, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: UDWK), a leader in payment processing solutions, today announced the launch of PayItAnywhere, a new App that extends the Clearingworks Platform by accepting one-time or recurring payments from any biller's website. This new App enables billers to keep up with the online payments landscape, which is complicated by changes in technology, security requirements, and customer demands. PayItAnywhere also enhances the overall customer experience through seamless integration with all other payment channels, while reducing the burden of PCI compliance.

Online payments posted a double-digit growth over the last 12 months, according to the 2010 Billing Household Survey.* This study also confirmed that billing and payment activities are the primary reasons consumers visit company websites of service businesses. What's more, the overall customer experience of bill payment influenced customer retention. According to an Aite Group study released in April 2011, nearly 26% of all consumers will pay their bills at billers' websites by 2013.** Billers must provide the best customer experience possible in processing their payments and remove unnecessary barriers to online bill payment, such as convenience fees, delays, and poor user experience.

PayItAnywhere delivers on that promise with a user experience that maintains the biller's brand image, while saving all payment information for simplified recurring payments. In addition, the modern user interface is optimized for use on iPhones, iPads, Android phones, and other smart phones. PayItAnywhere also provides a web services interface for billers with more advanced payment processing needs. PayItAnywhere is priced at a simple monthly subscription fee plus an initial setup fee.

"Traditionally, many utilities and other billers relied on third-party services that were expensive, delayed processing of payments, failed to keep the promise of brand integrity, and delayed payment posting to accounts," stated Leilani Doyle, Vice President, Marketing and Product Management for US Dataworks. "With PayItAnywhere, all payments are consolidated into the Clearingworks cloud-based platform for ease of posting to accounts receivable systems."

PayItAnywhere is another App in our growing suite of Apps that extends Clearingworks' four pillars of modern payment processing:

    --  ClearPayments - Comprehensive, multi-channel payment processing for
        paper checks, Internet, phone payments, lock-box, and electronic
        bill-pay.
    --  ClearDeposits - Multiple deposits and clearing for Automated Clearing
        House (ACH), Check21, and credit/debit cards.
    --  ClearReturns - Automated returns matching, resubmissions, posting of
        final returns, and fee assessments.
    --  ClearInsights - Integrated retention and retrieval of payment data and
        images with powerful, payment analytics.

About US Dataworks

US Dataworks offers cloud computing on-demand payment processing services with proven enterprise-class payment, deposit, returns processing, and powerful payment analytic tools.  US Dataworks is a trusted payments provider to utilities, telecommunications providers, content providers, financial institutions and government agencies. Additional information about US Dataworks is available at http://www.usdataworks.com and at http://www.clearingworks.com.

Certain statements made in this press release (other than the historical information contained herein) constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended, including, but not limited to, statements regarding our expectations relative to our PayItAnywhereproduct.  Any forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially, including, but not limited to, the failure of our new solution to perform as anticipated, our ability to provide long-term customer value and agility, our ability to protect our intellectual property, our position in the marketplace, our ability to develop and timely introduce products that address market demand, the impact of alternative technological advances and competitive products, market fluctuations, our ability to repay or refinance our debt, our ability to realize the anticipated benefits from our business initiatives, and other risks detailed from time to time in our SEC reports  including our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended March 31, 2011 filed with the SEC on July 13, 2011.  These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof. US Dataworks disclaims any obligation to update these forward-looking statements.

* FiServ. 2010 Billing Household Survey

**Aite Group Report on Biller Direct Technology April 2011

    Contact:  Leilani Doyle
               US Dataworks,
               Inc.
              281-504-8092

SOURCE  US Dataworks, Inc.

US Dataworks, Inc.

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

IO and ABB Engineer World's First Direct Current-Powered IO Anywhere(TM) Data Center Module

IO Anywhere Direct Current (DC) Module is 10 to 20 Percent More Energy Efficient than Traditional Alternating Current (AC) Technology

PHOENIX, Nov. 2, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- IO, the leading provider of next-generation modular data center technology and services, and ABB, the leading power and automation technology group, announced today that they have agreed to partner in the development of a new data center module based on direct current (DC) power. Together, they will deliver the world's first DC-powered data center module, which will be completed by the end of the year.

(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20111102/LA98228)

DC-powered technology is being increasingly adopted for electrical distribution in data centers as it reduces power conversion losses and is 10 to 20 percent more energy efficient than traditional alternating current (AC) technology. DC-powered systems also reduce complexity and require less space - decreasing equipment, installation and maintenance costs.

This new module expands IO's modular products to include a DC-power option supplied by ABB. Similar to IO's AC-power distribution network (PDN), the new DC-powered module is manufactured by IO using the IO Anywhere standards-based hardware and software architecture. The AC- and DC-powered modules are managed and optimized by IO OS®, the first data center operating system.

"The data center has always been DC powered; every device in the data center uses DC power inside," said George D. Slessman, CEO of IO. "By leveraging the intelligent control of IO OS and IO's modular data center platform, we can now deliver the entire data center from the source on DC power, while providing flexibility to deliver AC power where and when needed."

"ABB has a long heritage in DC-powered technologies since pioneering high-voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission in the 1950s," said Tarak Mehta, head of ABB's Low Voltage Products division. "We are pursuing the further development of DC power in many contemporary applications such as electric vehicle charging, renewable energy, energy storage and data centers where substantial economic and environmental benefits can be realized."

The project underlines ABB's goal to expand DC-power applications. ABB recently announced it will design and install an advanced DC-power distribution system for green.ch, one of the top information and communications technology (ITC) service providers in Switzerland. In May 2011, ABB gained a controlling interest in Validus DC Systems, a leading provider of DC power infrastructure equipment.

ABOUT IO

IO designs, engineers and delivers data center infrastructure for the world's largest enterprises, governments and service providers. IO owns and operates data centers for hundreds of customers, and leveraged this experience to build a next-generation Data Center 2.0 technology platform. IO Anywhere modular data centers provide enterprise-class infrastructure that can be delivered as Data Center as a Service and rapidly deployed as a product to customer sites anywhere in the world. IO developed the first data center infrastructure operating system, IO OS, to provide the intelligent control needed to maximize utilization, resiliency and energy efficiency. IO is a privately held company headquartered in Phoenix, Ariz. For more information on IO, please visit us on the web at io.com.

ABOUT ABB

ABB (http://www.abb.com) is a leader in power and automation technologies that enable utility and industry customers to improve their performance while lowering environmental impact. The ABB Group of companies operates in around 100 countries and employs about 130,000 people.

For help with any technical terms in this release, please go to: http://www.abb.com/glossary

IO and the IO logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of IO. © 2011.

    Contacts:         Elizabeth Kubycheck
                      SVP, Marketing & Communications
                      630.823.6665
                      ekk@io.com

                      Kathy Kim
                      Media Relations
                      480.513.8570
                      kk@io.com

SOURCE  IO

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IO

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

IP Light's Breakthrough 40G Apodis(TM) Family of OTN Aggregators and Framers Sets a New Bar for OTN ASSPs

TEL AVIV, Israel, November 2, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    Apodis family of OTN Processors integrate up to thirty-two wide-range
IPLightSerdes(TM) and PLLs, eight XFI interfaces, and offer new G.709 OTN
[http://www.iplight.com/content.php?id0 ] capabilities in a family of
low-power single-chip ASSPs.

    IP Light [http://www.iplight.com ] began offering its Apodis family
[http://www.iplight.com/content.php?id ] of 4x10G ASSPs that support new
G.709 features, including ODU0 processing, delay measurement and more.

    Drawing on unique technology, such as a 1-11G SERDES, integrated jitter
attenuators and a 100G patented OTN switching fabric. Apodis devices deliver
unparalleled functionality, supporting 16 client and 4 line ports.

    Targeting backbone, metro, access and enterprise applications, Apodis
ASSPs are the first to support 1 to 40Gbps client services such as
1/10/40GE, STM16/OC48, STM64/OC192, 1/10GFC and OTU0/1/2.

    "We are proud to introduce the Apodis(TM) product family
[http://www.iplight.com/content.php?id ] that pioneers technological
building blocks and levels of integration, setting a new benchmark for OTN
ASSPs," said Ruben Markus [http://www.iplight.com/content.php?id ], CEO
of IP Light. "Apodis' unparalleled cost-performance shrinks OTN blades
component count, increases density and slashes power consumption. Apodis is
a step-function improvement over state-of-the-art."

    About IPL4001M(TM) [http://www.iplight.com/content.php?id ]

    The IPL4001M(TM), the most comprehensive of Apodis' family members, is a
40G, mixed-signal OTN aggregator.

    Each IPL4001M is equipped with 16 universal client ports (any rate / any
service) that accept signals in the range of 1-11G, a 100G OTN switching
fabric and four OTU2 line ports.

    It incorporates built-in PLLs and jitter attenuators and operates off a
single reference clock.

    Apodis ASSPs are ideal for Optical Transport, Access, and Datacom
platforms such as XPonder/Muxponders, Add/Drop multiplexers, P-OTP/MSPPs,
cross-connects, access OLTs and new generation mobile backhaul systems.

    Apodis ASSPs are offered in 31x31mm 896 pin FCBGA packages.

    IP Light's Apodis Manager(TM) software package allows for rapid
integration of Apodis devices with minimal design effort.

    Apodis Manager is operating system agnostic, includes debug tools and
detailed documentation.

    The Apodis EVB(TM) is an evaluation board and reference design that can
support OEM R&D efforts.

    Availability:

    Apodis devices are currently sampling. Customers interested in
demonstrations should contact info@iplight.com, or call +972-3-721-7810.

    To learn more, visit our website, at http://www.iplight.com.

    About IP Light [http://www.iplight.com ]:

    IP Light(TM) is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in the
design of OTN processors and multi-framers.

    IP Light strives to deliver major enhancements over industry
state-of-the-art.

   
    Contacts:
    Israel Vitelson [http://www.iplight.com/content.php?id  ], CTO
    Tel: +972-3-721-7819
    ivitelson@iplight.com

Source: IP Light

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Publicis Groupe Acquires Chinese Digital Agency Wangfan

PARIS, November 2, 2011/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --

    Move Boosts Publicis Groupe in the Fast-Growing Shanghai Market

    Publicis Groupe [EURONEXT Paris: FR0000130577] announced today that it
has acquired 100% of Wangfan, an innovative digital agency based in Shanghai
that focuses on piloting interactive campaigns, web branding, and the
conception and design of websites.

    Founded in 1997, Wangfan was among the first digital agencies in China,
and has won numerous creative awards. The agency has seen rapid revenue
growth in recent years, with a 19% increase in 2010 over 2009 and a
projected 16% increase in 2011. Its clients include Puma and Shanghai
General Motors, alongside a broad range of other international and Chinese
companies.

    Wangfan will be rebranded to become part of Publicis Modem Shanghai, the
digital arm of Publicis Shanghai, and Wangfan CEO Bill Wang will become
Managing Director of Publicis Modem Shanghai. Wangfan's 61-person team will
provide a fresh boost to Publicis' local skill-set in the surging digital
market. According to ZenithOptimedia, ad expenditure rose by 25.3% in China
in 2010. Further double-digit growth is expected through 2013, driven
specifically by Internet advertising, whose share of total spend will rise
from around 18% in 2010 to 25% by the end of 2013.

    The acquisition of Wangfan, which remains subject to the approval of the
relevant authorities, is another step towards Publicis Groupe's ambitious
objective of doubling its size in the fast-growing Chinese market between
2010 and 2012. This goal is part of an overall strategy of strongly boosting
revenue derived from emerging economies and from the digital sector. In the
past twelve months the Groupe has acquired Chinese agencies Genedigi (June
2011), Dreams (May 2011), Interactive Communications Ltd (ICL) (February
2011), and Eastwei Relations (November 2010). In terms of organic growth
(not including acquisitions and foreign exchange movements), China was one
of eleven countries where the Groupe's growth hit double digits in the first
half of 2011.

    Jean-Yves Naouri, Publicis Groupe COO and Chairman of China Publicis
Groupe, commented, "China is a core priority for us. It's a market where we
aim to be perceived as essential interlocutors. Wangfan is a superb agency
with a talented and fast-moving team. They began as pioneers and they have
kept moving ahead of the creative and technological wave in the ongoing
digital boom. We're pleased to welcome them to our team in Shanghai."

    "Through this acquisition, Publicis Shanghai is able to integrate more
talents and resources, and to offer our clients more services," added
Chenghua Yang, Managing Director of Publicis Shanghai.

    "We're delighted to be coming to Publicis," said Bill Wang. "We've been
working on big digital campaigns for international and local clients for a
number of years. Now that we'll be operating from within a major
international communications group we can sharpen some new skills and put
them at the service of our clients. It's a win-win move for all of us."

    About Publicis Groupe

    Publicis Groupe [Euronext Paris FR0000130577, part of the CAC 40 index]
is the third largest communications group in the world, offering the full
range of services and skills: digital and traditional advertising, public
affairs and events, media buying and specialized communication. Its major
networks are Leo Burnett, MSLGROUP, PHCG (Publicis Healthcare Communications
Group), Publicis Worldwide, Rosetta and Saatchi & Saatchi. VivaKi, the
Groupe's media and digital accelerator, includes Digitas, Razorfish, Starcom
MediaVest Group and ZenithOptimedia. Present in 104 countries, the Groupe
employs 50,000 professionals.

    Web: http://www.publicisgroupe.com

    Twitter:@PublicisGroupe

    Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/publicisgroupe

    About Publicis Modem

    Publicis Modem is a global digital agency network that works with
world-class companies in more than 40 countries and has over 1,000 digital
employees. Publicis Modem offers a range of integrated marketing services,
including strategy and planning; award winning creative design and
execution; media research, planning and buying; search marketing; online and
offline direct marketing; and technology enablement. Publicis Modem is part
of the Publicis Worldwide network and a member of the Paris-based Publicis
Groupe.

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

    Wangfan Contact information
    Room 103, District B,2453 WanHangdu Road, Shanghai, 200051 China
    +86-21-51187989
    http://www.wangfan.com

    Contacts
    Publicis Groupe
    Martine Hue, Investors Relations, +33(0)1-44-43-65-00
    Peggy Nahmany, Corporate Communication, +33(0)1-44-43-72-83

    Publicis Shanghai
    Carrie Tu, +86-21-2208-3968

Source: Publicis Groupe

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ZNYX Unleashes 50 Percent More Payload in Standard ATCA 5U

ZNYX Ultra5 ZX2000 offers unmatched cost and space efficiency

SAN JOSE, Calif., Nov. 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- AdvancedTCA SUMMIT 2011 -- ZNYX Networks, Inc. established new AdvancedTCA (ATCA) leadership today with the introduction of the Ultra5(TM) ZX2000 -- a mid-range chassis with a new level of infrastructure density that enables the highest revenue-generating blade capacity of any 5U chassis available.  Optimized for telecommunications, military, and aerospace network applications, the Ultra ZX2000 provides six payload slots for 10G ATCA 3.1 blades, a huge increase over the four slots provided in competitive 5U chassis.  The ZX2000 also provides a fully redundant platform with high availability (HA) and ATCA-compliant features and functionality.

"This ground-breaking innovation allows our Application Integrator partners to increase the potential service revenues of their solutions, within the same 5U footprint, by 50 percent.  This is a dramatic increase in the value of their platform that directly effects the bottom line and long-term viability of both our partners and their customers," said Connie Austin, chief executive officer, ZNYX Networks.  "ZNYX is committed to developing platforms to drive greener, more energy efficient, and more cost-effective ATCA 5U applications."

The highly integrated ZX2000 platform has six ATCA 3.1 Option 1/9 (1G or 10G) node slots in addition to two fully-featured 10G OpenArchitect® Ethernet Switches, and full redundancy in power and cooling for up to 375 Watts per slot.  To achieve this high payload capacity, ZNYX specially engineered a combination of its 20-port 10GbE Switch System with a Shelf Manager that fits into the envelope normally used by the Shelf Manager alone. This patent-pending design innovation removes the need for using full ATCA slots for switch/hub devices, resulting in 50 percent more payload.

"The ZX2000 was designed to improve overall ATCA acquisition cost, improve energy and operational efficiencies. Additionally, stacking allows for redundant scaling as the application requirements grow," stated Alton Wong, director of engineering, ZNYX Networks.

The ZX2000 uses the same OpenArchitect® management software as the ZNYX family of hub-switch. OpenArchitect is a proven switch management environment with industry leading high-availability and packet filtering functionality. Thus the application integrator reduces complexity by having the same switch management technology for the embedded Ethernet routing within the chassis and the fan-out routing to the local devices.

The ZNYX Ultra5 ZX2000 is available in the first quarter of 2012.  Please contact Sales@znyx.com for OEM pricing.

About ZNYX Ultra5

ZNYX has taken a strong leadership position with the Ultra5, the company's new flagship platform product line.  The ZNYX Ultra5 series of mid-size platforms provide application integrators with superior value-add opportunity through the highest integration and core density in an ATCA 5U chassis.  Each system is optimized to fit the unique requirements of common industry applications.  The ZNYX Ultra5 series builds on ZNYX Networks' established standards-based Ethernet switch leadership, continued innovation, and integration to deliver the ultimate in mid-sized ATCA platforms. 

About ZNYX Networks

ZNYX Networks is the new leader in mid-range ATCA platforms delivering unmatched density in CarrierClass(TM) platforms for telecommunications, military, government, aerospace and security.  With over a decade of proven integration expertise and ATCA Ethernet switch leadership, ZNYX Networks has become the premier source for switches, blades, and fully integrated ATCA platforms that deliver superior value. 

Equipment manufacturers, application providers, and system integrators rely on ZNYX products in order to create next-generation solutions optimized for performance, time-to-market, reliability, and cost-of-ownership.  ZNYX innovation has earned ZNYX world-renowned customers in telecommunications, aerospace, and military; including Apple, BAE, Boeing, Fujitsu, SAIC, Intel, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, NEC, Nokia, and Siemens.  ZNYX CarrierClass HA embedded Ethernet products are a critical part of communication platforms for tier one carriers such as AT&T, NTT Docomo, Sprint, and Verizon.

Founded in 1992, ZNYX Networks is headquartered in Fremont, Calif. with advanced research centers in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo, California.  For more information, please visit http://www.znyx.com or email sales@znyx.com. 

OpenArchitect®, Ultra5(TM), and CarrierClass(TM) are trademarks of ZNYX Networks, Inc.  Other company or product names may be trademarks of their respective holders. 

Contact Information:
Jeff Elpern
ZNYX Networks
(408) 813-3340
Jeff.Elpern@znyx.com

SOURCE  ZNYX Networks, Inc.

ZNYX Networks, Inc.

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

MyWireless.org Praises U.S. House of Representatives for Passing Historic, Pro-Consumer 'Wireless Tax Fairness Act of 2011'

WASHINGTON, Nov. 1, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- National wireless consumer coalition MyWireless.org® commends the U.S. House of Representatives for its unanimous approval of H.R. 1002, the bipartisan Lofgren-Franks 'Wireless Tax Fairness Act of 2011.'  Passed by a voice vote and backed by 236 co-sponsors, this pro-consumer legislation calls for a 5-year moratorium on all new, discriminatory state and local wireless taxes and fees.

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On behalf of wireless consumers shouldering a disproportionate monthly tax burden, MyWireless.org also expressed thanks to the timely leadership shown by all those Members who helped make this day possible - original sponsors Rep. Zoe Lofgren (D-CA) and Rep. Trent Franks (R-AZ); Judiciary Committee Chairman Lamar Smith (R-TX) and Ranking Member Steve Cohen (D-TN); Speaker of the House John Boehner (R-OH) and Majority Leader Eric Cantor (R-VA); and House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) and Minority Whip Steny Hoyer (D-MD).

Brian Johnston, Director of Advocacy for MyWireless.org, said, "This legislation is a fantastic example of lawmakers from both parties working together to address increasingly unfair efforts by state and local governments to balance their books on the backs of wireless consumers.  On average, wireless consumers pay well more than their fair share of taxes and fees, and now the U.S. House has taken action to help them."

Johnston continued, "We particularly want to thank Representatives Lofgren and Franks for their tireless work, as well as all of the bill's co-sponsors for defending wireless users across this country from more unfair, new state and local wireless taxation.  Now it's time for the Senate to step up for consumers and deliver Wireless Tax Fairness."

A bipartisan Senate companion bill, S. 543, the Wyden-Snowe 'Wireless Tax Fairness Act,' has awaited consideration by the Senate Finance Committee since March 10th of this year.  Both proposals address the excessive level of wireless taxes and fees on today's wireless user.  On average, the American wireless consumer now pays more than 16% on every monthly bill in combined government taxes and fees - more than double the average sales tax paid on other general goods and services.  In fact, 47 states and the District of Columbia charge combined monthly wireless tax rates in excess of their sales tax rate, and the national consumer tax burden annually has risen to $21 billion.  Because discriminatory, new state and local taxes and fees on wireless services are typically regressive - and significantly increase consumers' cost of service - the burden often falls especially hard on fixed-income users such as seniors, minority communities, working families and small businesses.

2011 MyWireless.org national polling revealed 67% of consumers support a 5-year freeze from Congress on all new state and local wireless taxes and fees, while 85% said wireless should be taxed at the same, or lower, rate as other general goods and services.

MyWireless.org® is a nonpartisan non-profit national advocacy organization, made up of wireless consumers, businesses and community leaders from around the country, supporting reasonable pro-consumer and pro-taxpayer wireless policies.

SOURCE  MyWireless.org

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CONTACT: CONTACT: Brian Johnston, +1-202-736-2980

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

MOG's Monthly Average Users Grow 264% in October 2011

One Month After Launching Facebook Integration MOG Shows Significant Growth Well Beyond That of Other Music Subscription Services

BERKELEY, Calif., Nov. 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- MOG® today announced that its monthly average users have reached 160,000, up 264% for the month of October. This growth follows the launch of MOG's Facebook Integration at the end of September, and is significantly greater than the rate of growth of other music subscription services also integrated with Facebook Platform.

In September, MOG launched a free version of its award-winning, on-demand music service giving music lovers instant access through Facebook to MOG's entire catalog of over 13 million songs, nearly everything you'd find in popular music download stores, making it the easiest way to enjoy music with no installable client application and no credit card needed. The exposure to Facebook's over 800 million active users has spurred huge growth, and if these rates continue, it is projected that MOG could have over two million monthly users by the end of 2011.

"This is the best distribution platform we've ever had," said David Hyman, CEO and Founder of MOG. "Listening to music is a social experience and integrating MOG with Facebook has allowed listeners to share the experience, and our service, with their entire social network. We have a great product and as more and more people continue to discover MOG online, we expect our numbers to continue to grow exponentially."

According to appdata.com, MOG has grown 264% over the past 30 days with 33% growth over the last week, gaining traction much faster than competitors like Rdio, which saw 64% MAU growth over the last 30 days and Spotify, which experienced a 35% increase.

About MOG Inc.

MOG Inc. is a next-generation music media company founded in June 2005 by David Hyman, former CEO for Gracenote. MOG's all-you-can-eat, on-demand listening service provides access to a vast library of over 13 million songs and over one million albums through its mobile apps on iPhone and Android phones, online, and on streaming entertainment and consumer electronic devices. MOG Inc. is also the provider of The MOG Music Network (MMN), the premier destination for music content online and largest music focused advertising network consisting of over 1500 music sites, reaching over 59 million people each month.

Headquartered in Berkeley, California, MOG Inc. investors include Menlo Ventures, Balderton Capital, Simon Equity Partners, Universal Music Group, Sony Music and serial entrepreneur, Scott Jones. Grammy-winning record producer, Rick Rubin, named by Time Magazine as one of the "100 Most Influential People in the world," is a member of MOG's Board of Directors.

SOURCE  MOG Inc.

MOG Inc.

CONTACT: Marni Greenberg, Director of Communications, MOG, +1-510-883-7102, marni@mog.com; or Lee Rothchild, DKC Public Relations, Marketing & Government Affairs, +1-212-981-5124, Lee_Rothchild@dkcnews.com

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

Geek Convention Gives Locals Another Way to 'Play' in Vegas

LAS VEGAS, Nov. 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Local game enthusiasts head into their 5th year of Neoncon, a conference built around games.

Las Vegas locals have plenty of options when it comes to playing in this city. Luckily, they have one more. Built around community and board games, Neoncon is a four day conference taking place Nov. 3-6 that lets attendees engage in long game-playing sessions, some as long at 5 hours.

Events feature an open and organized play track that may include: tabletop and live action role-playing games, miniatures, collectible card games, family card and board games.

The convention has expanded to include additional events that attract and foster budding writers, game designers and artists.

The conference is open to the public and tickets are at a discounted $50.00 for all 4 days.

"We want to celebrate what most people consider 'geeky.' Neoncon is a place to get away from real life and engage in fantasy. It's a place to let your imagination run wild and be surrounded by others who want to take a break from the 9-5 and just play," states Doug Daulton who is the founder of Neoncon and organizer of the event.

The exhibit hall is open and free to the public. The real fun happens inside the game rooms. Led by moderators, even newcomers can jump in and be coached on how to play. For those more experienced players there are prizes and opportunities to win a spot to play these games around the country in tournaments.

The Tropicana is host to the event this year and locals are encouraged to make a "staycation" from the event. "After you spend all night playing in a game, you'll want to head up to your room to crash before you wake up and do it again," states Todd R. Levy, a novice to the event.

Neoncon is family friendly with games open to kids as young as 8. Games include some popular titles with large followings such as Settlers of Catan, Pathfinder and Dungeon & Dragons. And, new games will be open for play including those published by a local company 42 Games.

Volunteers are also welcome and have the benefit of working and playing throughout the conference in shifts.  Tickets can be purchased through the website at neoncon.com. Follow neoncon at Facebook.com/neoncon and Twitter @neoncon.

SOURCE  Neoncon

Neoncon

CONTACT: Lauralie Ezra, +1-702-406-3471, lle@crowdsiren.com

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

CTIA-The Wireless Association® Recognizes America's Military in November's ''Wonder of Wireless''

WASHINGTON, Nov. 1, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Every day around the world, America's soldiers risk their lives to protect our nation and our citizens and many of them use wireless technology to successfully and safely complete their missions. Whether its texting GPS coordinates, using remote-controlled devices, filing reports from the field or enhancing training and logistics, mobile technology can help our service members be more efficient, protected and healthy. In recognition of Veterans Day, CTIA-The Wireless Association® November edition of "Wonder of Wireless" (WOW) webcast and blog (http://blog.ctia.org) is highlighting some wireless products and services that help our military perform their important duties.

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    --  WIRELESS LIFESAVER - When San Ramon Chief Richard Price saw an ambulance
        rush to an emergency situation next door, he realized that emergency
        personnel aren't always informed of nearby 911 situations. Price's fire
        department created the free nationwide "Fire Department" app to alert
        those who are first aid trained of nearby emergencies and help save
        lives.
    --  POLICY POINT - Mobile devices are improving everyone's lifestyle,
        including the military. Some examples cited are the "Army Marketplace"
        applications store, which will include a variety of apps that help
        soldiers train and prepare for their respective jobs, navigate in
        unknown territories, maintain their health and stay better connected
        with medical personnel.
    --  INDUSTRY INSIDER - U.S. Army Technology Integration Chief Matt
        McLaughlin discusses how wireless technology is being implemented
        throughout the Army to streamline operations, improve training and
        reduce paperwork and expenses.
    --  WIRELESS AT WORK - Have you ever dropped and broken your cell phone? The
        Casio G'zOne Commando, as Chief Marketing Officer of Personal
        Communications Devices Joe Cufari shows, was built to meet military
        standards for water, shock and dust resistance. This device might be
        perfect for those who are a little rough on their hardware or find
        themselves in challenging situations.
To watch the November WOW webcast, please visit: http://www.ctia.org/consumer_info/wow/index.cfm/2011/11/.

CTIA-The Wireless Association® (http://www.ctia.org) is an international organization representing the wireless communications industry. Membership in the association includes wireless carriers and their suppliers, as well as providers and manufacturers of wireless data services and products. CTIA advocates on behalf of its members at all levels of government. The association also coordinates the industry's voluntary best practices and initiatives, and sponsors the industry's leading wireless tradeshows. CTIA was founded in 1984 and is based in Washington, D.C.

SOURCE  CTIA-The Wireless Association

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CTIA-The Wireless Association

CONTACT: Amy Storey, +1-202-736-3207

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

UNATION Announces Strategic Partnership with Miami Marketing Group (MMG)

Providing an Engaging Platform with its Event-Driven Social Media Network

TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Tampa Internet company, UNATION, announced a new strategic business partnership with Miami Marketing Group (MMG).

MMG is a national entertainment marketing agency specializing in lifestyle and experiential marketing programs. MMG leverages its far-reaching access in the worlds of entertainment, sports and lifestyle to pair corporate brands with unique entertainment content in order to create brand relevance and drive sales. MMG also provides next generation marketing and comprehensive event-driven planning to deliver world class capabilities in nightlife operation, sports and entertainment marketing.

The President of MMG, Brian Gordon said, "UNATION has created a platform that will forever change the way brands look at an event; now any event can become a fully integrated and engaging experience with the potential to reach millions of consumers, enhance brand awareness and facilitate commerce."

"With UNATION's Universal Network and dynamic digital exchange technology, companies and individuals will be empowered to create and experience events in a comprehensive, integrated platform. Businesses, entertainment personalities and individuals can manage their brand image within UNATION and connect through shared event experience. By teaming up with MMG, we believe that this relationship will be the foundation for all events and analytical planning / marketing in the future," stated John Bartoletta, UNATION chairman.

Through the powerful combination of UNATION and the leaders in entertainment marketing of MMG and Platinum Rye Entertainment, the new foundation for all events as well as digital planning and marketing has been established.

About UNATION:

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

SOURCE  UNATION

UNATION

CONTACT: Press Secretary, +1-813-349-2020 ext. 5130, press@unation.com

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

UNATION Announces Strategic Alliance with Platinum Rye Entertainment

Connecting the Passions of Celebrities and Brands

TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 1, 2011/PRNewswire/ -- Tampa Internet company, UNATION, announced that it is teaming up with Platinum Rye Entertainment (PRE), "the world's largest broker of celebrity talent, models, recording artists, sports figures and other celebrities for ad campaigns and P.R. events" - Forbes.

"We're excited to be working with UNATION on their launch; the platform opens up tremendous new opportunities for entertainers and athletes to leverage their brands and monetize their celebrity," said Ryan Schinman, Chairman Platinum Rye Entertainment.

Platinum Rye Entertainment (PRE) is a comprehensive entertainment marketing company specializing in connecting its brands to the power of entertainment, music, fashion and sports. PRE delivers a vast array of services including the procurement of celebrity talent, sponsorship, special events, product placement, music licensing and promotional campaigns.

UNATION Chairman and Founder John Bartoletta stated, "Platinum Rye Entertainment establishes effective celebrity brand relationships by identifying representations that truly reflect personal passions. In this same manner, UNATION's powerful event driven social media platform combined with its Affinity Bonding(TM) technology will connect people with brands in a relevant and meaningful way."

About UNATION:

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

SOURCE  UNATION

UNATION

CONTACT: Press Secretary, +1-813-349-2020 ext. 5130, press@unation.com

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

Epiq Solutions Announces First Handheld Software Defined Radio

SCHAUMBURG, Ill., Nov. 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Epiq Solutions, an engineering firm specializing in the development of flexible wireless communications systems, has announced Matchstiq(TM), the world's smallest commercially available software defined radio (SDR) capable of tuning between 300 MHz and 3.8 GHz. Measuring only 2.2" x 4.6" x 0.9", Matchstiq(TM) combines a broadband RF transceiver with a flexible baseband processing engine running the Linux operating system.

"The introduction of Matchstiq(TM) marks the start of the next chapter in mobile computing, where the flexibility of the software now extends all the way to the antenna," noted John Orlando, CEO of Epiq Solutions. "We believe this paradigm shift in capability will open up entirely new markets where fixed-function radios have ruled the airwaves for far too long."

Matchstiq(TM) includes an Atlas-I-LPe(TM) computer module developed by iVeia Inc, which combines a Xilinx® Spartan®-6 LX45 FPGA with a Texas Instruments 1 GHz ARM® Cortex(TM)-A8 processor running the 2.6.35 Linux kernel. This enables a wide range of advanced signal processing tasks to execute on the platform while consuming as little as 3 watts for typical receive-only use. "The marriage of Epiq and iVeia technology has yielded an impressive product," stated Michael Fawcett, CTO of iVeia Inc. "Both our companies strive for innovation and cutting edge capabilities in small form factors. Matchstiq(TM) fills a void in the SDR landscape, performing at the same level of competing systems but at less than half the size, cost, and power."

When combined with the library of signal processing applications available from Epiq Solutions or other software suites such as GNU Radio, Matchstiq(TM) enables an array of capabilities including use as a point-to-point data modem, LTE survey tool, or portable spectrum analyzer. A development kit is also available for users who wish to create their own custom applications.

Matchstiq(TM) will start shipping in December 2011 with single unit pricing of $4,500 USD. Pre-orders are currently being accepted.

For more information, please visit http://www.epiqsolutions.com/matchstiq/.

About Epiq Solutions

Epiq Solutions designs and builds state-of-the-art wireless systems for both commercial and government applications. These applications include the detection, classification, and location of radio emitters, as well as real-time processing and decoding of Layers 1, 2, and 3 for numerous wireless radio standards (including 2G/3G/4G cellular). For more information regarding Epiq Solutions' products and services, please visit http://www.epiqsolutions.com/.

SOURCE  Epiq Solutions

Epiq Solutions

CONTACT: John Orlando, CEO of Epiq Solutions, +1-847-598-0218, ext. 56

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

Panasonic Expands and Enhances VIERA Connect's IPTV Platform with New Apps Including Newly Developed Social Network Application

Consumers Will Be Able To Access Social Media Apps While Watching Other Content On Their VIERA HDTV

SECAUCUS, N.J., Nov. 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic, a leader in Full HD 3D technology and built-in TV web entertainment, today announced the launch of a new Internet Social Network application, that will be available on VIERA Connect(1)-equipped 2011 VIERA HDTVs and subsequent models. The app allows one to access social media sites such as Twitter and Facebook while also enjoying programming simultaneously on their VIERA HDTV. Panasonic also announced the addition of a new gaming application from PlayJam and a movie/video channel dedicated to Bollywood, called BigFlix.

These three applications come with no additional fee. BigFlix will allow users to access Bollywood Video on Demand(2), while PlayJam is a game channel with multiple game apps. Additionally, and in time for the holiday season, Panasonic will be introducing a promotion that will allow users to download three games from Gameloft, including Asphalt 5, free of charge.

"Panasonic prides itself on listening to consumer opinions and acting upon those suggestions to provide the best possible entertainment experience," said Panasonic Corporation of North America Vice President, Merwan Mereby. "Our thorough research pointed to a desire to be able to watch content on the TV, while at the same time being able to tweet on Twitter or update your status on Facebook. With that in mind, Panasonic has, with the new Social Network app, expanded and enhanced the functionality of Internet TV and provided users with functions they were looking for. Connected TV will continue to become an increasingly important feature for consumers and Panasonic is working tirelessly to build upon the already robust entertainment and connectivity experiences our VIERA Connect customers can enjoy."

The Social Network app is the latest application to be added to Panasonic's continuing expansion of its Internet services. The latest apps join entertainment and information favorites such as Netflix, Amazon Instant Video(TM), huluPLUS, CinemaNow, Ustream, Skype(TM) voice and video calling(3), Twitter, Facebook, Pandora®, You Tube(TM), Google's Picasa(TM) Web Album, and WSJ (Wall Street Journal) Live; as well as sports sites including, MLS and Fox Sports; gaming sites, such as Asphalt 5 and Free Throw; health and wellness sites, such as Body Media® and Withings Body Mass Scale; and weather service from Accuweather. The great majority of VIERA Connect apps are free to the consumer.(4)

Panasonic introduced its IPTV platform four years ago and in that time the internet functionality has grown to include movies, music, social media, gaming, weather, major sports sites and health and wellness sites. Panasonic's IPTV functionality was designed to provide consumers with access to these exceptional sites without the need for an additional set-top box or computer. All the functionality is built into the products.

"When combined with Panasonic's award winning Full HD 3D VIERA HDTVs, the enhanced VIERA Connect Internet platform provides the consumer with exceptional entertainment value and variety," added Mereby.

About Panasonic Corporation of North America

Based in Secaucus, NJ, Panasonic Corporation of North America provides a broad line of digital and other electronics products and services for consumer, business and industrial use. The company is the principal North American subsidiary of Osaka, Japan-based Panasonic Corporation (NYSE: PC), and the hub of Panasonic's U.S. branding, marketing, sales, service and R&D operations. Panasonic was the only Consumer Electronics company to be listed in the top ten brands on the Interbrand Best Global Green Brands 2011 ranking. As part of its continuing efforts to reduce its carbon footprint, Panasonic Corporation of North America will relocate its operations to a new eco-efficient office tower adjacent to a mass transit hub in Newark, NJ in 2013. Information about Panasonic Eco Ideas initiatives is available at http://panasonic.net/eco/ecoideas/. Information about Panasonic and its products is available at http://www.panasonic.com. Additional company information for journalists is also available at http://www.panasonic.com/pressroom.

(1) Access to a broadband internet connection is required to access VIERA Connect features.

(2) Will support subscription service in the future.

(3) Skype video calling requires a Skype-enabled camera available from Panasonic, sold separately, to make video calls.

(4) Some services such as Netflix Amazon Instant Video and league sports sites have a separate fee structure to view movies and sports events.

SOURCE  Panasonic

Panasonic

CONTACT: Chris De Maria (Panasonic), +1-201-348-7182, christopher.demaria@us.panasonic.com; or Jamie Hodin (Cohn & Wolfe), +1-212-798-9796, jamie.hodin@cohnwolfe.com

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

Meredith Video Studios to Launch "Digs" Channel on YouTube

Meredith will produce original home and garden programming with an attitude

NEW YORK,Nov. 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Meredith Corporation (NYSE:MDP) announced today that Meredith Video Studios, its original programming development and production business, will launch an original channel called "Digs" on YouTube in early Calendar 2012.  "Digs" will launch with seven original series developed and produced by Meredith Video Studios.  Each episode will be four to five minutes in length.

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"The 'Digs' channel launch marks another step in expanding our broad video portfolio, and increases Meredith Video Studios distribution of innovative and engaging content to YouTube's worldwide audience," said Paul Karpowicz, President of the Meredith Local Media Group.  "Our new YouTube video channel is a nod to our expertise in original programming creation."

The goal of "Digs" is to entertain viewers, and bring the home and garden category to life.  Original series scheduled to launch on "Digs" include:

    --  "Jordan in the House" - Jordan Reid is a modern-day domestic queen of
        decorating and entertaining, and writes every move she makes, even the
        mishaps, in her hit blog.
    --  "Door Knock Design" - A DIY expert shows up at a viewer's front door and
        turns her home design dreams into reality in one day.  It's a crash
        course in home decorating, and a chance to translate big visions into
        doable one-day projects.
    --  "Gardens of the Rich and Famous" - Celebrities and the super-rich show
        us their gardens, ponds, gazebos and green houses, and give viewers a
        taste of what life's like in their backyard.
    --  "Porcelain Thrones" - In each episode, we explore the coolest, wackiest
        and ritziest bathrooms ever designed, and hear the story behind it....
        no pun intended!
    --  "Home-Made" - On city sidewalks and in town markets, we meets craftsmen
        who are making it as vendors of homemade goods.  From jewelry to quilts
        to cowboy boots, they take us to their studios where we learn the method
        and story behind their one-of-a-kind wares.
    --  "Ready, Set, Celebrate!" - Every occasion is a time to party if you have
        a little creativity and the right team on your side.  From the
        decorations to the caterer to the nanny service, we'll take you inside
        the party.
    --  "No Man's Land" - We all know the term "man cave," but where is the
        lady's room?  This series takes a look at her answer to the man cave be
        it a powder room, green house or a scrapbooking room.  And viewers learn
        how to make a room of her own.

Meredith Video Studios creates network-quality video based on Meredith's highly trusted magazine brands for multi-platform delivery.  Its growing portfolio includes:

    --  Branded-entertainment and original programming production capabilities
        including ideation, strategy, development, production and distribution;
    --  "Better," a 60-minute nationally syndicated daily women's lifestyle show
        airing in more than 150 markets and nearly 80 percent U.S. households,
        shot and produced in MVS's new HD studio in New York City; and
    --  Meredith Video Network including BetterTV.com, Parents TV and
        MyFirstBaby.com.

About Meredith Corporation

Meredith Corporation (http://www.meredith.com) is one of the nation's leading media and marketing companies with businesses centering on magazine and book publishing, television broadcasting, integrated marketing and interactive media. Meredith owns or operates 13 television stations that reach nearly 10 percent of television households across the country and one radio station: WGCL-TV (CBS), Atlanta; WPCH-TV (TBS), Atlanta; KPHO-TV (CBS), Phoenix; KPDX-TV (MYN), Portland, OR; KPTV (FOX), Portland, OR; WFSB-TV (CBS), Hartford-New Haven, CT; WSMV-TV (NBC) Nashville, TN; KCTV (CBS), Kansas City, MO; KSMO (MYN), Kansas City, MO; WHNS-TV (FOX), Greenville-Spartanburg-Anderson, SC-Asheville, NC; WNEM-TV (CBS), Flint-Saginaw, MI; KVVU-TV (FOX), Las Vegas, NV; and WSHM, (CBS), Springfield, MA and radio station WNEM-AM in Saginaw-Bay City, MI.

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CONTACT: Jen Harken of Meredith Corporation, +1-515-284-3125, jen.harken@meredith.com

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

S&A Homes Launches Interactive Website

STATE COLLEGE, Pa., Nov. 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- S&A Homes is pleased to announce the launch of its new interactive website, http://www.sahomebuilder.com. Designed to provide homebuyers with two-way communication and information, this website allows consumers to experience the product and interact with a real person.

"The new site takes the best of what S&A has to offer and encapsulates the information in a way that is fun and easy to digest for consumers," states Ashleigh Shetler, Manager of Sales & Marketing Development.

Chris Schoonmaker, President of S&A Homes' Housing Division adds, "The website brings the company's experience, fun-loving culture and commitment to energy efficiency and home quality to "life."

Features buyers will love:

    --  Social Sharing - Consumers have the ability to share a specific
        community or plan with their friends via tweet, e-mail or Facebook like.
    --  Dynamic Floorplans - Extensions, bay windows and additional rooms are
        all available to play with online. There is even a furniture designer
        for finishing touches and buyers can save everything to their
        interactive notebook.
    --  Behind the Scenes Tours - Buyers can literally peer behind the walls to
        catch a glimpse of how their home is really built.
    --  Online Chat - Online consultants are available 7 days a week to answer
        questions, provide assistance and set up appointments.
    --  Social Media Updates - Tweets and blogs are updated in real time and
        dynamically run throughout the site.
    --  Homeowner Referrals - Current S&A homeowners can refer their friends
        through the site and can even submit warranty requests online without
        ever picking up the phone.
    --  Realtor News - Agents have their own section where they can register for
        incentives and gain access to quick delivery home updates.
    --  Search Functionality - Buyers can quickly find communities and plans
        that fit their needs through search refinement features like amenities,
        school district, square footage and more.

Partners

Web Developer: Graphic Language - San Francisco, Ca.

Social Media: mRELEVANCE - Atlanta, Ga.

Graphic Design/Branding Consultants: Downs Creative - Pittsburgh, Pa.

About S&A Homes

S&A Homes has helped more than 15,000 families make their dreams a reality by integrating high-performance people with advanced building technology and customizable floor plans. The new home builder currently operates in 50 communities throughout Pennsylvania and West Virginia. For more information, visit http://www.sahomebuilder.com.

SOURCE  S&A Homes

S&A Homes

CONTACT: Carol Flammer, +1-770-383-3360 x20

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

Vantiv Introduces Web Destination for Customers Featuring Industry Insights and Interactive Tools

CINCINNATI, Nov. 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Vantiv, LLC, formerly known as Fifth Third Processing Solutions, today launched a new website (http://www.vantiv.com) that utilizes the recently launched brand and provides advanced tools and insights for merchants, banks and credit unions to manage their payment processing needs.

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"Rapid changes in today's payment industry are giving rise to an array of fresh opportunities for our clients, along with a new set of risks," said Vantiv President and CEO Charles Drucker. "We want to help our customers navigate this changing landscape and have designed our new website as a resource to help them achieve their goals."

Streamlined and easy to navigate, the site delivers personalized content and robust resource centers, including:

    --  Article and whitepaper libraries, featuring research, best practices,
        and industry insights on payment technologies and security trends;
    --  Rich media such as product and testimonial videos, as well as links to
        Vantiv's proprietary client portals containing tools for card
        awareness-building programs, webinars and industry news bulletins;
    --  Fact sheets, case studies, and web content highlighting Vantiv's
        comprehensive suite of payments solutions.

The site also features intelligent personalization, which monitors viewer activity and presents customized content on subsequent visits.

About Vantiv

Vantiv, LLC is one of the leading integrated payment processors to businesses and financial institutions of all sizes in the United States.  Formerly known as Fifth Third Processing Solutions, LLC, since 1971 Vantiv has provided payment processing solutions to its clients.  Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, Vantiv, LLC is a joint venture between Advent International and Fifth Third Bank, a subsidiary of Fifth Third Bancorp (FITB).

©Copyright Vantiv, LLC.  All rights reserved.  Vantiv, the Vantiv logo, and all other Vantiv product or service names and logos are registered trademarks or trademarks of Vantiv, LLC in the USA and other countries.  ®indicates USA registration.

CONTACT:Lynn M. Rhoads Senior Vice PresidentCommunications Director513.900.4942lynn.rhoads@vantiv.com

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

Sonos Now Playing at 6,300 Retail Locations Across North America

Leading retailers introduce their music loving customers to The Sonos Wireless HiFi System

SANTA BARBARA, Calif., Nov. 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Sonos, Inc., the leading manufacturer of wireless music systems, today announced that The Sonos Wireless HiFi System is now available in more than 6,300 retail locations across North America.  New retail partners, including Target, Best Buy, Brookstone, Micro Center, Future Shop, hhgregg, P.C. Richard & Son, Microsoft Windows retail stores and more, are introducing their music loving customers to the Sonos experience of streaming all the music on earth, wirelessly, in every room.  To find a location to experience a Sonos demo near you, visit the Sonos dealer locator at sonos.com/storelocator.

"We are bringing the new age of listening out loud to more retailers and consumers alike," said John MacFarlane, founder and CEO, Sonos, Inc. "Our growth with retail partners, who are dedicated to providing customers with innovative, high quality music products like Sonos, is further proof that streaming music has gone mainstream and music fans are ready for a better listening experience in their home."   

The Sonos Wireless HiFi System makes it extremely simple to bring a world of music to any room of any home.  Forbes recently said "it really is the best way I've ever found to play music."  The Boston Herald recently claimed "If you're ready to completely make the switch to digital music, the new Sonos PLAY:3 may be the answer for a home stereo system in the age of streaming."

With Sonos, you can start with one player and expand anywhere to fill your entire home with music.  Sonos is connected to the Internet, providing access to unlimited music.  Play your entire digital music library, including iTunes® stored on any computer or network attached storage device.  Find and play over 100,000 radio stations, shows and podcasts for free.  Plus, Sonos works seamlessly with the most popular music streaming services to provide access to millions of songs and stations from Pandora®, SiriusXM Internet Radio, Spotify, AUPEO, iheartradio, Last.fm, MOG, Rdio®, Rhapsody®, Stitcher SmartRadio(TM), TuneIn, Wolfgang's Vault, and more.  Free apps for your Android® smartphone, iPhone® or iPad® let you control all the music wirelessly from the palm of your hand. 

The PLAY:3, the newest all-in-one player from Sonos, delivers big HiFi sound in a compact size.  Perfect for small rooms, it works both horizontally and vertically, and mounts on the wall for added flexibility.  Retailers will also carry the PLAY:5, the original bigger room, bigger sound, all-in-one Sonos player, and the BRIDGE, an instant setup solution allowing Sonos players to go anywhere and work wirelessly.

To see how easy it is to wirelessly add music to any room of your home, watch a demo on the Sonos YouTube channel. 

About Sonos, Inc.

Founded in 2002, Sonos is the leading manufacturer of wireless music systems, With Sonos you can stream all the music on earth, wirelessly, in any room and control it with your Android smartphone, iPhone, or iPad. In addition to playing your personal digital music collection, The Sonos Wireless HiFi System gives you access to millions of songs and thousands of radio stations by partnering with AUPEO, Deezer, iheartradio, Last.fm, MOG, Pandora®, Rdio®, Rhapsody®, SiriusXM Internet Radio, Spotify, Stitcher SmartRadio(TM), TuneIn, Wolfgang's Vault, and more. The award-winning system is available at more than 7500 retailers in over 65 countries worldwide; or direct from Sonos at http://www.sonos.com. Sonos is a privately-held company, headquartered in Santa Barbara, CA with offices in Cambridge, MA, Hilversum, Netherlands, Beijing and Shenzen, China, and Penang, Malaysia.

© 2004-2011 Sonos Inc. All rights reserved.  SONOS and all other Sonos product names and slogans are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sonos, Inc. SONOS Reg. U.S. Pat. & Tm. Off.  iPhone, iPod touch, iPad and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc. Android is a trademark of Google Inc. All other products and services may be trademarks or service marks of their respective owners.

SOURCE  Sonos, Inc.

Sonos, Inc.

CONTACT: Eric Nielsen of Sonos AMPAC, Eric.Nielsen@sonos.com, http://pr.sonos.com

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

Miss Joan is a Lucky Jackpotjoy Winner

LONDON, November 1, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    Another lucky Jackpotjoy winner, Miss Joan D has walked away with a cool
prize of GBP7,030, just by playing one of her favourite games, Diamond
Bonanza. Miss Joan says she is "very, very happy and still quite shocked ,,
never thought that I would have won!"

    As a leader in online entertainment, Jackpotjoy continues to reward
players with amazing prizes and winnings. They remain a popular brand in the
UK for their large selection of Online Bingo [http://www.jackpotjoy.com ]
games, Casino Games and Slots, friendly chat rooms and great VIP rewards.

    Diamond Bonanza is one of Jackpotjoy's progressive jackpot games. This
means the money continues to grow until someone takes the lot! With a single
click you could be the next person to walk away with thousands of pounds in
your pocket.

    This game is a multiline-slot game that offers players a chance to win
cash in an instant. This game is referred to as a multi-slot game because
you're allowed to bet on more than one line to win, so when you play slots
that win with matching symbols, the game increases your chances of winning.
Your coin size will also multiply your winning by the number of lines you
bet.

    To play, simply choose your coin size before the game begins. This way
you can be certain that you are playing for the correct progressive jackpot.
Once you have chosen your coin size, the game will begin. Next, select the
amount of lines you want to bet on. This can be done by clicking on bet one
until you've reached the desired amount of lines or you can bet max, which
selects all the lines and begins the spinning of the reels.

    When asked what Miss Joan D intends to do with her GBP7,030 winnings
from playing Diamond Bonanza she says, "Not sure what I will use it on
however sure will think of something nice."

    Jackpotjoy provides a fun way to participate in your favourite online
Casino [http://www.jackpotjoy.com/online-casino ] games, scratch cards and
Roulette [http://www.jackpotjoy.com/roulette ] as well as their bingo and
slots games.

    GAMESYS

    The Gamesys Group was founded by Noel Hayden in April 2001 with an aim
to build a profitable online entertainment business providing Online Bingo,
Casino and Online Slots [http://www.jackpotjoy.com/online-slots ] to a
worldwide audience.

   
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      Botemania.com
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    Contact
    Gamesys
    Aga Reszka
    +44(0)20-7478-8100
    press@gamesys.co.uk

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MentorMob Launches to Help Anyone Learn Anything Through the Power of Crowdsourcing

Free, Community-based Service Aggregates the Best Online Videos, Content on Any Topic to Create Step-by-Step How-to Courses

From Chemistry to Cooking, Salsa Dancing to Sales, Learn Quickly and Easily with Cultivated, Organized Content

CHICAGO, Nov. 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- MentorMob.com launched today to help anyone learn virtually anything by providing a repository of cultivated, crowdsourced educational content organized into step-by-step instruction.

The first free, community-powered site of its kind, MentorMob.com aims to help users cut through the clutter of Internet content by aggregating and organizing online educational content, such as YouTube videos, Wikipedia articles, About.com content, and more, into intuitive how-to courses. These courses, called Learning Playlists(TM), make it quick and easy to learn a new skill, hobby or technique--either for business or personal interests--without wasting time searching all over the Internet.

"The Internet is the first place most people turn to find information and learn virtually anything, but there's no sense of organization--you have to stumble through, often running into dead ends along the way," said Kris Chinosorn, who co-founded MentorMob with Vince Leung. "At MentorMob, our community members sort through all the content, choose the best snippets and lace them together into a step-by-step course. With MentorMob, you spend more time learning and less time searching."

MentorMob's collaborative platform provides a structured system for learning, with each topical category--known as a Mob--maintained by Mentors. Less formal than the online instruction typically provided by schools and private learning companies, MentorMob topics can range from how to play a guitar to how to conduct scientific experiments--virtually any subject a Mob's members feel passionate about. Due to the collaborative nature of the platform the content continually grows and improves, similar to Wikipedia.

Inspired by Malcolm Gladwell's premise that it takes 10,000 hours of learning to become an expert, MentorMob makes the learning process fun, addictive and easy for both personal and business-related purposes. Individuals can use MentorMob to learn a new hobby or skill, while companies can use the platform as a Software-as-a-Service corporate training tool, cultivating private Playlists to meet their own specific needs.

MentorMob Playlists can even be embedded into any third-party website as a widget, enabling both companies and individuals to share the knowledge of the Mob on corporate sites to complement product and service offerings, or through blogs and other social media content.

Founded in 2010, MentorMob earned the 2011 CityLIGHTS New Concept Award from the Illinois Technology Association, was a nominee for the 2011 Chicago Innovation Awards and was named a 2010 Alternate at the TechCrunch Disrupt/San Francisco.

To help build this new way of learning, visit http://www.MentorMob.com.

About MentorMob:

MentorMob aims to revolutionize the transfer of human knowledge by leveraging the power of crowdsourcing to streamline the learning process. The award-winning, free, community-powered service aggregates the best educational content from across the web and organizes it into easy-to-follow, step-by-step Playlists that help anyone learn anything. Founded in 2010 by a pair of University of Illinois graduates and entrepreneurs with bootstrap funding, MentorMob is headquartered in Chicago. For more information, visit http://www.mentormob.com.

SOURCE  MentorMob

MentorMob

CONTACT: Nikki Nardick of SS|PR, +1-847-415-9307, nnardick@sspr.com, for MentorMob

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

Industry Leaders Acknowledge the Advantages of I/O Optimisation

LONDON, November 1, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    Attendees at the recent VMworld show in Copenhagen showed enthusiastic
support for V-locity(R) 3, Diskeeper Corporation's latest release for
virtual platforms. Of particular interest were the product's powerful
features for optimising performance of VMs at the Windows(R) client level by
preventing excess I/Os in writing and reading data to and from storage.

    Diskeeper Corporation exhibited at VMworld to introduce V-locity 3 and
to speak with industry leaders including NetApp, IBM, EMC and VMware about
optimisation technologies and the effects of fragmentation in the virtual
environment.

    VMware Certified Professional Cormac Hogan, who writes for the VMware
vSphere blog, commented:

    "V-locity 3 has proprietary IntelliWrite(R)technology which optimizes
file placement and attempts to prevent file fragmentation in the first
place. It sounds like this could be a pretty cool product to evaluate if you
believe that your Guest OS'es are suffering performance issues from
excessive fragmentation."

    Mr. Hogan's blog can be found by clicking here [http://ow.ly/79hCi ]

    The international show, held at the Bella Centre in Copenhagen, saw
thousands of IT experts attending, from system integrators and IT Managers
to CIO's and Company Directors.

    Spencer Allingham, Technical Director at Diskeeper Corporation Europe
comments:

    "VMworld was the perfect venue for us to enlighten many industry
professionals on the benefits of optimising a virtual platform by
eliminating excessive I/O's. An IDC Digital Universe Study projects that
more than 35 trillion gigabytes will be created and replicated, worldwide,
during this decade - that's a lot of I/Os!"

    About Diskeeper Corporation - Innovators in Performance and Reliability
Technologies(R):

    Diskeeper Corporation is a VMware Elite Technical Alliance Partner and
Microsoft Gold Competency ISV Partner. CIO's, IT Managers and System
Administrators of Fortune 1000 and Forbes Global 2000 enterprises rely on
Diskeeper Corporation's storage performance software to make their physical
and virtual systems faster, more reliable, longer lived, and energy
efficient. Free trial ware and further information at
http://www.diskeeper.com.

    (c) 2011 Diskeeper Corporation. All Rights Reserved. V-locity,
IntelliWrite and Innovators in Performance and Reliability Technologies are
trademarks owned by Diskeeper Corporation. All other trademarks are the
properties of their respective owners.

Source: Diskeeper Corporation Europe

Media contact: Contact: Dorian Culmer, Email: d.culmer@diskeeper.co.uk, Phone: +44(0)1342-821300

Introducing iProtection for iPhone 4S from OtterBox

FORT COLLINS, Colo., Nov. 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Packed between thin glass and stainless steel, the Apple® iPhone® 4S integrates powerful hardware, an impressive mobile operating system as well as endless applications. For every square millimeter iPhone 4S engineers meticulously designed, OtterBox® introduces iProtection(TM) - four series of custom cases for any Apple addict.

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"Steve Jobs was a true inspiration, a visionary and brought so much to our daily lives," said OtterBox Founder and CEO Curt Richardson. "The new iPhone and so many other technologies are the legacy of this influential man. We are honored to work within this industry and continue to honor his innovations."

The OtterBox Defender Series® is the ultimate bodyguard for the new Siri(TM) assistant and other advancements of the iPhone 4S. This is the original multi-layered case: a built-in screen shield, sturdy polycarbonate shell and robust silicone outer layer keep the smartphone safe from scratches, dust and drops. A wide range of colors are offered, including Realtree® camouflage designs. For those interested in hands-free carrying, a holster-style swivel belt clip is also included.*

Sleek, adaptive protection is provided by the Reflex Series®. This case is a slim-fitting single layer of polycarbonate and rubber, easy to install or uninstall for quick docking. Reflex Zones(TM) in the corners absorb impact when dropped so the device does not. A self-adhering screen protector is included to prevent scratching.*

The OtterBox Commuter Series® is a pocket protector that iPhone 4S lovers will want to use. Its slick exterior slides in and out of a pocket, purse or bag easily, while the silicone and polycarbonate combination offers strength and style in a variety of different colors. Also included for additional defense is a self-adhering screen protector.**

Durable silicone and an innovative inner coring comfort the iPhone 4S in a simple yet substantial form with the Impact Series®. This is an ideal case for those wanting additional fortification against potential scuffs and scratches. Similar to other OtterBox lines, the Impact Series provides a self-adhering screen protector.**

Sometimes what you want is exactly what you need. OtterBox bridges the gap between accessory and necessity with protective cases for what is known as "the most amazing iPhone yet." For more information about OtterBox cases for the iPhone 4S visit here.

About OtterBox:

Built upon fundamentals of hard work, innovation and perseverance, OtterBox is a leader in the production of premier protective solutions for global handheld manufacturers, wireless carriers and distributors.

Incorporating creativity and cutting-edge design into every product, OtterBox creates sleek and durable cases that offer reliable device protection to complement any lifestyle.

OtterBox was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Fort Collins, Colo.

For more information, visit http://www.otterbox.com or call 888-695-8820. We've Got Technology Covered.

Notes:

*Defender Series and Reflex Series cases NOT protected against water. Will provide some added protection against bump, drop and shock.

**Commuter Series and Impact Series cases NOT protected against water. Will provide some added protection against bump and shock.

©2011 Otter Products, LLC. All rights reserved. OtterBox and all OtterBox logos, trademarks and symbols are the property of Otter Products, LLC. All other logos, trademarks and symbols are the property of their respective owners.

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Trend Micro Joins Industry Leaders in the Effort to Secure Critical IT Healthcare Infrastructure

Trend Micro extends security leadership in healthcare market as a founding member of the Medical Device Innovation, Safety and Security Consortium.

CUPERTINO, Calif., Nov. 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), a global cloud security leader, today renewed its commitment to the security of the nation's critical healthcare infrastructure and announced its membership in the Medical Device Innovation, Safety and Security Consortium (MDISS).

As a founding member, Trend Micro joins the U.S.-based, non-profit Consortium in helping to protect public health and well-being by advancing IT risk management practices to ensure the wide availability of innovative and safe medical devices.

Beyond the security concerns facing most industries, healthcare is confronted with a unique set of threats that pose additional risks to its critical infrastructure:

    --  First, the growth of biomedical devices that are linked to networks and
        exposed to malware could adversely affect functionality and therefore,
        patient care and safety.
    --  Second, the use of personal and mobile devices is exposing the network
        to a broad range of "bring your own" consumer devices of unknown and
        uncontrolled security posture. These unsecured devices put patient care,
        data privacy, and network operations at risk.

The MDISS Consortium aims to raise the industry's awareness of these risks, provide education on how the risks can be mitigated today, and to drive regulatory and technology efforts to support long-term solutions.

Trend Micro Solutions for Healthcare

Trend Micro provides a full range of server, endpoint and data security solutions to help healthcare organizations meet their security and compliance requirements across physical, virtual and cloud environments.

In the areas of medical device and consumerization protection, Trend Micro offers Threat Management System - a network analysis and visibility solution that monitors network traffic to detect and pinpoint threats that may be present in these devices.  With Trend Micro(TM) Threat Management System, medical institutions can:

    --  Protect against advanced targeted attacks
    --  Monitor and protect critical medical devices
    --  Adopt consumerization and mobility with confidence

Supporting quotes:

Dan Woodward, vice president, U.S. marketing, Trend Micro

"Trend Micro is thrilled to be a part of the Medical Device Innovation, Safety and Security Consortium. It is an opportunity to bring forth our security expertise to further the safe adoption of medical devices technology.  We welcome the opportunity to join these esteemed healthcare providers, hospitals and equipment providers to address the various industry requirements and challenges and to share best practices."

Dale Nordenberg, M.D., Executive director and CEO, Medical Device Innovation, Safety and Security Consortium

"Security risks are becoming a reality for the millions of patients who depend on medical devices for their health and well-being. We are excited that a recognized global security leader such as Trend Micro has joined our initiative to help advance a safe medical device industry, which will ultimately optimize the quality of patient care."

Supporting assets:

    --  To learn more about the Medical Device Innovation, Safety and Security
        Consortium, please visit: http://www.mdiss.org.
    --  Trend Micro offers a range of security solutions that address the
        healthcare industry's needs. To learn more, please visit here.
    --  For thought-leadership and insight into the security needs of the
        healthcare industry, please check out Trend Micro's whitepaper, "Trend
        Micro Solutions for the Healthcare Industry."

About Trend Micro

Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), a global cloud security leader, creates a world safe for exchanging digital information with its Internet content security and threat management solutions for businesses and consumers.  A pioneer in server security with over 20 years' experience, we deliver top-ranked client, server and cloud-based security that fits our customers' and partners' needs, stops new threats faster, and protects data in physical, virtualized and cloud environments. Powered by the industry-leading Trend Micro(TM) Smart Protection Network(TM) cloud computing security infrastructure, our products and services stop threats where they emerge - from the Internet. They are supported by 1,000+ threat intelligence experts around the globe.

Additional information about Trend Micro Incorporated and the products and services are available at Trend Micro.com. This Trend Micro news release and other announcements are available at http://trendmicro.mediaroom.com/  and as part of an RSS feed at http://www.trendmicro.com/rss.   Or follow our news on Twitter at @TrendMicro.

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CONTACT: Vivian Shic, +1-925-323-9382, Vivian_schic@trendmicro.com

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This Year's Most Anticipated Videogame, UNCHARTED 3: Drake's Deception(TM) Launches Exclusively on the PlayStation®3 System

Naughty Dog Sets New Standard for Action Gaming Through Marriage of Cutting Edge Graphics, Critically Acclaimed Cinematography and Evolved Action-Adventure Multiplayer

FOSTER CITY, Calif., Nov. 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC (SCEA) today announced the North American release of UNCHARTED 3: Drake's Deception(TM), available exclusively for the PlayStation®3 (PS3(TM)) computer entertainment system. Created and developed by Naughty Dog, the third installment of the award-winning UNCHARTED(TM) series follows hero Nathan Drake on a treasure hunting adventure to uncover a historical conspiracy tying together Sir Francis Drake, T.E. Lawrence and the mythological city, the Atlantis of the Sands. Harnessing the power of the PS3(TM) system, Naughty Dog raises the bar again for cinematic gaming through extraordinary visuals, comprehensive character development and action-packed gameplay that together provide gamers with an experience never before found in entertainment media.

"Naughty Dog once again takes a leap forward in cinematic gaming, setting the UNCHARTED franchise apart from anything else in the industry," said Scott A. Steinberg, Vice President of Product Marketing, SCEA, "Not only does UNCHARTED 3 deliver an impressive blend of interactive gameplay and stunning graphics, Naughty Dog has weaved an inspiring and personal story with genuinely relatable characters that consumers are going to want to pick up and play to the very end."

In the franchise's most compelling plotline yet, the tradition of exploring real-life historical mysteries continues with a quest for a legendary city lost to the sands in a desert that has ties to a lost chapter in the life of Sir Francis Drake, the reputed ancestor of Nathan Drake. Drake and his mentor, Victor Sullivan, travel through treacherous, new environments--including London, France, Syria, and the vast Rub' al Khali desert--as they unravel a complex conspiracy involving an enduring secret society led by their main antagonist, Katherine Marlowe. The deeply emotional narrative and award-winning motion-capture performances in UNCHARTED 3 immerse players in the role of Nathan Drake as he tests the limits of his strongest relationships and is forced to confront his past and his very identity.

UNCHARTED 3 brings the story and characters to life through powerful set pieces and epic combat sequences only made possible by the Naughty Dog Engine 3.0. Pioneering sand technology recreates the harsh desert of the Rub' al Khali with sand that displaces, swirls, and flows realistically in precise rendered detail. Effects such as fire and water have been overhauled to make each environment unique and interactive allowing gamers to rush through walls of water, aim and shoot through sloshing pools, and escape a chateau engulfed by fire that curls, billows, and smokes as it burns. UNCHARTED 3 can also be played entirely in stereoscopic 3D, which provides deeper immersion into the cinematic presentation and overall gameplay experience through such enhancements as an added sense of depth and scale to environments and an increased feeling of vertigo during set-piece moments.

Fast-paced gun combat, platforming, and puzzle solving all make a grand return alongside superior fighting mechanics. The enhanced melee combat system allows players to engage in brawl-style combat, with multiple enemies at once, using a combination of punches and kicks to shake off opponents. Drake can launch contextual attacks by using objects found in the environment, like an empty bottle, as improvised weapons. The game also features an expanded move-set including climbing backwards and traversal across physics-based objects, such as a crumbling staircase, a swinging chandelier or a fully realized, massive cruise ship that is tossed back and forth by a procedurally generated, real-time ocean.

Competitive Multiplayer and Cooperative Modes

In addition to the explosive adventure of the single-player campaign, UNCHARTED 3 returns with a full evolution of its cooperative and competitive multiplayer experience, introducing online players to expanded feature sets and deep social media integration. The dynamic cinematic experience and high-action, grand set-pieces that are hallmarks of the UNCHARTED series have been incorporated as playable components of the multiplayer maps. This brand new 10-player, action-adventure competitive multiplayer launches with a wealth of new and improved customization features that give players the freedom to define their own unique play styles within the game like never before. Leveraging Loadout slots, upgradable Boosters, Weapon Modifications, hundreds of mix-and-match character accessories and an emblem editor, the options are limitless for enhancing and personalizing in-game characters.

With multiplayer modes across 11 different maps, players can challenge each other in Three Team Death match, Free-for-All, Team Objective, Plunder, or the classic Team Deathmatch. Utilizing a new inherent player balancing system, matches are ensured to stay competitive by matching players based on player levels and by introducing Power Plays and gameplay modes, like Overtime and Sudden Death, to increase the intense competition between teams. Alongside the competitive mode, the local and online cooperative modes in UNCHARTED 3 encourage three teammates to play through rounds of objective-based scenarios, working together against the clock to collect and return idols or defend against waves of enemies with limited lives. Additionally, Co-op Adventure features a unique story arc found only in this mode that spans across five different levels as Drake and Sully embark on a mission to track down a rare and valuable Janus Head treasure. With a unique set of Co-op only Boosters and Kickbacks it'll be up to the players to decide how they work together to solve all the Co-op missions.

Taking the online experience to the next level, Naughty Dog has integrated popular social networking sites like Facebook and YouTube in groundbreaking ways to create a compelling community experience, leveraging these popular social media platforms to share timely, relevant in-game content and activity to a broader network of friends. Players will be able to view their full list of Facebook friends, share treasures and post videos, providing a quick and easy way to participate with friends online outside of PlayStation®Network. An enhanced Cinema feature delivers a new suite of editing tools, including a rewind button and full camera control, to create highlight reels and the ability to upload them to YouTube and Facebook directly from within the game. With the launch of UNCHARTED TV, as players direct and publish their own unique content, the best user-generated content and videos from YouTube will be highlighted within the multiplayer interface.

UNCHARTED 3: Drake's Deception is available exclusively for the PS3(TM) system for $59.99 MSRP and will include an Online Pass activation code that provides access to free online multi-player gameplay for the household. Also being released today is the PlayStation 3 UNCHARTED 3: Drake's Deception hardware bundle for $299.99 MSRP. This limited edition bundle includes a 320GB PS3(TM) system, a full Blu-ray(TM)  copy of the highly anticipated UNCHARTED 3: Drake's Deception game, and a free month of PlayStation®Plus, a premium subscription service that gives consumers access to added features including automatic downloads, online storage for game saves, free games, exclusives, and discounts.

UNCHARTED 3: Drake's Deception is rated T for Teen by the independent Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).  For more information about the ESRB visit http://www.esrb.org.   

About Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC

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

© 2011 Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC.  UNCHARTED 3: Drake's Deception is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC.  Created and developed by Naughty Dog, Inc.

"PlayStation", "PSP", "PS one" and the "PS" Family logo are registered trademarks and "PS3" is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. "SONY" and "make.believe" are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

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Pump It Up Challenges Families to Show Off Their 'Happy Feet'

Nation's Largest Inflatable Playground Launches Video Contest to Get Families Moving

TEMPE, Ariz., Nov. 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- In conjunction with the November 8, 2011 release of Happy Feet Two: The Videogame, Pump It Up, the nation's largest franchise of indoor inflatable playgrounds, is encouraging families across the country to get moving together - just like the dancing penguins in the game. 

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Starting November 1, 2011, families are encouraged to visit Pump It Up on Facebook to submit a 30-second video showing how their 'feet get happy.' Winners of the online video contest will receive a variety of interactive prizes ranging from a family home entertainment center to copies of the musical adventure game inspired by the whimsical Antarctic world of the upcoming animated film Happy Feet Two.

"We can't wait to see how our fans get creative and run, jump, dance and have fun together," said Pump It Up CEO, Lee Knowlton. "The tie in to Happy Feet Two: The Videogame is perfect for our brand because it promotes safe, interactive play for the entire family, something we strive for at each of our locations across the country."

The contest winners will be selected by popular vote from other Pump It Up Facebook fans, and announced on December 30, 2011. One grand prize winner will receive a family home entertainment center, including a flat panel TV, video game console, Happy Feet Two: The Videogame, a $1,000 value. One second prize winner will receive a video game console and Happy Feet Two: The Videogame, a $400 value.  Five third prize winners will receive Happy Feet Two: The Videogame. For more information about the video contest and for official contest rules, visit http://www.Facebook.com/PumpItUpParty.

Starting November 1 through December 31, Pump It Up locations across the country will also roll out Punch Cards for Pop-In-Play events, play sessions that are open to the public. After four paid visits, each child will receive a complementary, fifth Pop-In-Play visit. A limited number of Happy Feet Two: The Video Game, freezer magnets, will be given out with the free passes.  Visit http://www.PumpItUpParty.com  to view Pop-In-Play schedules at specific locations.

About Pump It Up

The leader in the active kid's party industry, Pump It Up is the nation's largest franchise of indoor inflatable playgrounds specializing in private parties for birthdays, and programs, such as school outings, field trips, corporate events and more. Trained staff provides guests with supervision, food and beverage set-up, and clean-up services. Pump It Up is headquartered in Tempe, AZ with more than 150 locations across the country. For more information about Pump It Up, please visit http://www.PumpItUpParty.com.

MEDIA CONTACT: Monica Rutkowski, Fishman Public Relations, 847-945-1300 or mrutkowski@fishmanpr.com

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