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NewKinetix Announces Launch of Re Universal Remote iPad Interface V3.0

The Re is a full-featured, activity based IR remote with built-in upgradable IR database support for nearly all AV devices designed to meet and exceed the performance of high-end traditional remotes

PORTLAND, Ore., Sept. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Just in time for the holidays and fueled in large part by comments and feedback from customers, NewKinetix announced the arrival of Version 3.0 of the Re Remote Control application for iPad, iPhone and iPod. The updated application can now turn the iPad into a media command center and iPad universal remote, complete with remote selection, activity remotes, favorites and device remotes all in one view.

"The primary motivator behind this upgrade was to take advantage of the full screen real estate of the iPad," says NewKinetix co-founder Barry Baril. "Now our customers can improve remote display organization and easily create views that will not require scrolling."

In a competitive market, it is this focus on continuous improvement that has kept NewKinetix (http://www.newkinetix.com/) and the Re universal remote accessory and remote ahead of competition: "While we were one of the first to launch, we have just stayed focused on building a universal remote that competes with the best remote controls on the market, regardless of the platform," added Baril.

Other improvements of V3.0 NewKinetix Re remote control app include enhanced customization and personalization options. For instance, users can now add wallpapers from their own photos. Copy/paste buttons and folders now offer even faster setup options. Users can create folders containing button groups for improved display organization. This improved space utilization of the V3.0 Re erases the necessity to scroll to see all displays -- making the iPad a one-stop shop for easy control of all devices--at home or in the office. And the Re Universal application is now available in three languages: English, French and German.

The Re app works in conjunction with an IR accessory, containing a pre-programmed database that makes it simple to set up all devices without reprogramming. Remote codes not included in the database are quickly added on NewKinetix's online user forum (http://www.newkinetix.com/forum/) resulting in a database that is constantly evolving to meet user needs.

For holiday shoppers, NewKinetix has also set up a holiday page (http://www.newkinetix.com/2011-re-holiday-press-page/) complete with detailed product and pricing information.

About NewKinetix:

NewKinetix is a team of engineers in Portland, Oregon who have been working for two decades to provide hardware and software solutions focusing on ease of use and interactivity.

NewKinetix, Re and IR Codes on Demand are trademarks of NewKinetix, LLC.

iPad, iPhone and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple, Inc. registered in the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a service mark of Apple, Inc.

SOURCE  NewKinetix

NewKinetix

CONTACT: Ben Friedle, Outlier Solutions, Inc., +1-971-533-7223, ben@outliersolutions.com

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

Mitek Systems Announces MitekONE(TM): Enterprise Deposit Platform

Single platform for all check deposits drives operational efficiencies, offers advanced duplicate detection to better manage risk

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --Mitek Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: MITK; http://www.miteksystems.com), the leader in mobile-imaging solutions, today announced the MitekONE(TM): Enterprise Deposit Platform, a major advance that offers financial institutions and solution providers a highly accurate and secure single platform they can use to manage all deposits of checks, whether via smartphones, tablets, home flatbed scanners, tellers or ATMs.

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MitekONE is designed to help financial institutions achieve unprecedented operational efficiencies across an organization via a single solution that addresses all back-office processing, remote deposit capture (RDC) and mobile deposits of customers' checks.

The company will be showcasing MitekONE for the first time at the RDC Summit 2011 conference this week at the Omni Orlando Champions-Gate conference center near Orlando, Fla.

MitekONE's duplicate mobile deposit detection is a fraud-management mechanism developed to dramatically improve the ability of banks and partners to detect attempted duplicate mobile or RDC deposits of checks, both within banks and across institutions.  Mitek will be offering this capability through a strategic relationship with one of the nation's leading fraud-prevention providers. 

In addition, MitekONE gives financial institutions the ability to better manage deposits by identifying types of checks so they can apply appropriate business rules for personal and business checks versus other payment types, such as money orders and cashier checks.

The enterprise-wide product addresses concerns at some financial institutions over fraudulent attempts to deposit the same check through multiple banks' mobile deposit and RDC solutions.  By identifying deposits that have already been recorded as having been imaged, the aim is to identify and take action on any attempts of multiple deposits of the same check.

"As an all-in-one multichannel, multi-bank fraud detection capability, MitekONE is clearly a breakthrough product for the financial services industry," said Mitek President and CEO James B. DeBello.  "Banks love what we have done with Mobile Deposit® and they are coming back to see how we can help them with other check-capture challenges. 

"MitekONE solves one of the last lingering concerns banks have had over adopting a mobile-imaging strategy and we're excited about that," he added.  "This and all our products stem from the thought leadership we have developed over the years in our patented mobile-imaging technology."

About Mitek Systems
Mitek Systems (NASDAQ: MITK) is the leader in mobile-imaging solutions, achieved through 25 years of R & D, patented technology and extensive experience in extractive imaging.  The company invented and patented leading software solutions that allow consumers to use the cameras on their smartphones and tablets to deposit checks, pay bills, get quotes and transfer balances ... all by just snapping photos of documents.  Offering outstanding customer experience and convenience while driving operational efficiencies, Mitek Systems' solutions enable organizations across industries to differentiate themselves from their competitors, attract and retain customers and ultimately increase their revenue and profitability.  Current products include Mobile Deposit®, Mobile Photo Bill Pay(TM), Mobile Balance Transfer(TM), Mobile ACH Enrollments(TM), Mobile Receipt(TM) and the Mobile Imaging Cloud(TM) platform.

For more information about Mitek Systems, contact the company at 858-503-7810 or visit http://www.miteksystems.com.

Contact:
Sue Huss for Mitek Systems
Sue.huss@comunicano.com
619-379-4396
Skype = sue.huss

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Meet the New Mezee

Staying up to date with the latest news about your friends or just simply meeting new ones is truly easier in Mezee.me.

NEW YORK, Sept. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Staying up to date with the latest news about your friends or just simply meeting new ones is truly easier in Mezee.me.

Mezee is a social networking tool which offers you free chat on the Web. The private Mezee chat rooms immediately connect thousands of its members and their friends around the world at the click of a mouse.

It also has a great feature called the Chat News Feed. It is the 'central chat room' which enables the real-time exchange of photos, videos, comments, and web links to be a breeze. A special perk unique with Mezee is that it allows sharing of media information to the entire network without the need to be a friend or a follower of the user who uploaded the information. Everyone can jump in and join in the lively discussion.

The Chat News Feed provides total freedom for its members, a privilege that is closely being protected by Mezee to maintain a safe and fun social environment for everyone.

To enjoy a dynamic chat experience in Mezee, simply sign up for an account and create your profile. Immediate access to create a chat room is given after you have confirmed your registration. Have confidence that your profile including your photos, videos, surveys, friends list, and status are guarded by Mezee using their updated utilities to maintain your privacy.

Do you want to be alerted on who commented on your post? You can setup your Mezee account to notify you right away via email when another user replies back to your post.

Mezee is meeting the expectations of the enthusiastic online chatters out there every day, thanks to its no fuss interface and quick information exchange.

The need for a desktop chat application has already passed. With Mezee.me, you can chat on the go and stay socially informed always.

http://www.mezee.me

SOURCE  Mezee

Mezee

CONTACT: Julieth Gonzalez, Junction Electronic Store, +1-347-848-7404, ludwingarticle@gmail.com

Web Site: http://www.mezee.me

TantaComm Announces New Interaction Recording Solutions for Business Process Outsourcers (BPOs)

MIDDLETON, Wis., Sept. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- TantaComm, the world's #1 provider of customer interaction solutions designed for business process outsourcers (BPOs), announced today a series of new products and solution enhancements designed to help BPOs better service clients, minimize risk and streamline system administration. The new functionality comes in the areas of enhanced Quality Monitoring features, PCI Compliance enablement, centralized interaction management and monitoring and interaction recording capacity.

"As we continue to focus on the specific needs of business process outsourcers, we are developing new solutions and capabilities to help them better manage their complex contact center challenges," said Ruben Moffett, Chief Operating Officer, TantaComm. "In working closely with our BPO customer base, we have designed these new solutions to help our customers consistently adhere to compliance requirements while delivering  SLA-level quality and performance management to their clients."

Solution and enhancement highlights include:

Hardware

    --  New NetAuditor PoETM Recording Appliance features Power Over Ethernet
        capability to reduce overall power consumption and heat generation,
        while also eliminating failure points and improving system
        manageability.
    --  New Auditor Server SDXTM Recording Platform features increased platform
        density to help reduce hardware footprint and real-time hot-swap
        capabilities to ensure system reliability.
    --  New Auditor Server HDX TM represents our next generation server capable
        of improving upon SDX density levels while enabling optimal system
        redundancy.

Security/Compliance

    --  New TantaCrypt Interaction Encryption Solution - a new PCI Compliance
        solution (alternative to our co-developed SafeNet product) which
        dramatically reduces the cost and complexity of PCI compliance by
        ensuring constant encryption of both audio and video files with
        structured key management capabilities.

Recording and Quality Management

    --  DartVUE Version 3.5 interaction Recording and Quality Management
        Platform includes over 15 new enhancements designed to simplify the user
        experience and increase support for a BPO's ever-changing needs.

About TantaComm

TantaComm is the world's #1 provider of customer interaction solutions designed for Business Process Outsourcers (BPOs). With a core focus on minimizing risk, enhancing the customer experience, improving quality performance and streamlining service delivery and administration, TantaComm has a 17-year history of success. The company serves many of the world's largest BPOs with implementations on every continent. For more information, visit http://www.tantacomm.com.

CONTACT: TantaComm, +1-805-358-5388, info@tantacomm.com

SOURCE  TantaComm

TantaComm

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

ThinkForex Now Providing Large-Scale Forex VPS Solutions

AUCKLAND, New Zealand, Sept. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- ThinkForex now offers new Forex VPS options that provide faster processing and expanded storage capabilities. To address the specialized requirements of our growing client base, of high volume and institutional traders, ThinkForex now provides enhanced Forex VPS (Virtual Private Server) solutions.

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These free Forex VPS options will serve as the ideal platform for individual Forex traders using a portfolio of Automated Trading Systems or Forex Money Managers utilizing MetaTrader 4 MultiTerminal to administer client accounts on a large-scale.

Pro VPS Features Include:

    --  1GB Dedicated Ram
    --  4 Core Dual CPU
    --  Hosted on High Speed Fiber Optic Network
    --  99.9% Uptime
    --  30 GB Hard Disk Space
    --  Pre-loaded with ThinkForex MT4

Institutional VPS Features Include:

    --  2GB Dedicated Ram
    --  6 Core Quad Socket CPU
    --  Hosted on High Speed Fiber Optic Network
    --  99.9% Uptime
    --  50 GB Hard Disk Space
    --  Pre-loaded with ThinkForex MT4
    --  Power Panel

Our new Forex VPS solutions are another example of our commitment to providing our clients with every possible resource to drive their success. ThinkForex seeks to identify every opportunity to introduce new features and services to meet client needs.

ThinkForex Management

ThinkForex is committed to changing the Forex landscape by offering access to high-speed trade execution providing the ideal environment for Forex traders.

CONTACT: Moses VirellaThinkForexNZ: +64 98890611mvirella@thinkforex.comwww.ThinkForex.com

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ThinkForex

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

AMI Entertainment Debuts ML-1 and Megatouch Live

Next-Gen Multi-Touch System Features New Games and Worldwide Gaming Network

BRISTOL, Pa., Sept. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- AMI Entertainment Network Inc., the leader in coin-op touchscreen gaming, is expanding its popular line of Megatouch machines with the release of the ML-1, a next-gen multi-touch gaming system that's loaded with new features and the new Megatouch Live global gaming network.

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Megatouch Live is a cloud-based service enabling players to track scores and performances from any ML-1 machine. Players can collect points from new in-game challenges, share scores with friends through Facebook Connect, and see how their high scores compare to the top players around the world.

Megatouch Live also introduces an innovative new way for players to dominate their favorite games with tokens, a virtual currency that players can redeem for special powers and abilities in any of the ML-1 games. Tokens can be purchased and redeemed at every ML-1 machine, and are tied to a player's Megatouch Live account.

"Megatouch Live isn't just gaming, it's social gaming," says creative director A.J. Russo. "It's always connected, so players can interact with friends and rivals right from the machine, whether they're bragging about a new high score or letting their friends know where they're hanging out to play."

Players can also get their friends in on the action in the new Megatouch Battle Arena, which pits two players head-to-head through simultaneous play on the ML-1's 22" multi-touch screen. The ML-1 comes packed with exciting games like Discovery and Luxor 3, plus returning classics like Photo Hunt and Tri Towers that include updated graphics and exclusive ML-1 features.

The ML-1 is also the first Megatouch machine built on Microsoft Windows Embedded Standard 7, a high performance, highly reliable platform that delivers the power, familiarity and reliability of the Windows 7 operating system.

"One of the most exciting things about being part of the Windows Embedded team is watching the innovation partners can drive with our platforms and technology to meet the unique needs of end users," says John Doyle, director of product management for Windows Embedded at Microsoft Corp. "AMI has been able to create a rich, immersive user experience for its new global gaming network leveraging the Windows 7 technologies within Windows Embedded Standard 7, while also improving maintenance for operators."

"Megatouch Live and the ML-1 have reinvented coin-op touchscreen gaming," says Mike Maas, CEO of AMI Entertainment Network. "It's an all-new player experience that's fun, fast-moving, and really exciting."

For more information on the ML-1 and Megatouch Live, visit http://www.megatouchlive.com. Additional detail on Windows Embedded Standard 7 and AMI's collaboration with Microsoft can be found at http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/presskits/embedded/.

About AMI Entertainment Network: From touchscreen games and jukeboxes to streaming news and video programming, AMI Entertainment Network provides content-rich entertainment solutions to over 125,000 barrooms and restaurants around the globe. Expanding its digital portfolio to touchscreen PCs and mobile devices, AMI is at the forefront of touchscreen entertainment for any venue or platform. For more information, please visit: http://www.amientertainment.com

For more information, contact:
Allison Ondik 215-826-1395
aondik@amientertainment.com

SOURCE  AMI Entertainment Network, Inc.

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AMI Entertainment Network, Inc.

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Bosch Researchers Work to Bring Robotics Into Tomorrow's Home

Program advances personal robotics with open-source technology collaboration

- Bosch's Research and Technology Center and partners accelerate the development of personal robotics by increasing functionality, reducing production costs and improving safety

- Advancements in the Personal Robot 2 (PR2) program allow robots to complete household chores such as folding laundry and serving beverages

- PR2 demonstrations will be conducted at the 2011 Intelligent Robots and Systems Conference, Sept. 25 - 30

PALO ALTO, Calif., Sept. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- It's Monday morning. The average American household hits the ground running for the week ahead. Kids grab their lunches and rush to catch their bus while multitasking adults strive to bring some semblance of order to the chaos before heading out the door. While this scene takes place in virtually millions of homes every day, in the not-too-distant future, there is likely to be "someone" with additional hands to help the family restore order - and his name may be "Alan."

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Bosch Research and Technology Center (RTC) is helping accelerate tomorrow's use of personal robotics with "Alan" the robot, part of the Personal Robot 2 (PR2) Beta Program by Willow Garage, Inc. Halfway through the two-year program, Bosch has contributed to significant technology advancements through collaboration with the PR2 open-source community, helping shape market requirements and supporting the technology development for future household robots that are affordable, capable and safe.

"It is estimated that consumers will enjoy the functionality of personal robots within the next five to 10 years," said Peter Marks, chairman, president and CEO, Robert Bosch LLC and member of the Board of Management. "The progress of this PR2 program in computing power and sensor technology, which was not feasible before now, is groundbreaking and indicative of Bosch's tradition of innovation. We look forward to a day when robots like Alan help make our lives at home simpler."   

Since its involvement in the PR2 program, Bosch has put hardware and software solutions to the test, enabling new applications, reducing development cost and improving overall robot safety through work in four areas: shared autonomy (human assistance), remote experimentation, affordable sensing (devices that process data) and hackathons (exploring new applications).

Robots can complete household chores with shared autonomy

To be practical, a household robot must be able to accomplish intricate tasks that are difficult to automate, such as folding laundry. In order to mitigate reliability concerns and increase efficiency, Bosch has enabled robots to utilize help from a human operator, helping maximize the robot's performance.

An intuitive interface was developed that allows a remote teleoperator to control the robot and manage complex tasks over a web connection. Bosch's shared autonomy technologies reduce time and computational needs solving loops in planning, control and perception, so that a human operator can compensate for limitations of the robot's autonomy.

PR2 Remote Lab and open-source community improves research

State-of-the-art research platforms are scarce and often too expensive for smaller universities and companies, limiting productivity in robotics research. To expand research initiatives, Bosch has developed the PR2 Remote Lab, a research lab in which users can develop, test and compare robot algorithms remotely from around the world.

In collaboration with Brown University, Bosch developed an infrastructure that allows the PR2 robot to be controlled over the internet, providing a browser-based infrastructure that includes sensor feedback, 3D models, and camera streams, allowing users to see the results of their code, interact with the PR2 from afar, and ultimately, improve the robot.

Affordable sensing enables new applications while reducing cost

Bosch identified and integrated suitable sensor technologies, such as gyros, force sensors and air pressure sensors in the PR2 to enable new applications and lower production costs. These are the same outstanding automotive quality technologies Bosch uses for automotive grade sensors, as well as cost-efficient consumer grade sensors from Bosch Sensortec. Providing algorithms with a focus on automatic calibration, Bosch developed the required drivers to integrate its sensors into ROS (Robot Operating System), a free, open-source system that provides resources such as hardware abstraction, visualizers, message-passing and package management for developers to create new robot applications that accelerate commercialization. In addition to the software integration, Bosch supports the PR2 community by providing sensors free of charge.

A significant portion of robotic production costs go into the development of manipulators - commonly known as the robot's arms, wrists and body. To reduce costs without sacrificing performance, Bosch explored the use of Microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) sensors in place of more expensive encoders.

This solution resulted in the PR2's enhanced ability to navigate human environments and the dexterity to grasp and manipulate objects, such as opening a door, in a cost-effective manner.

PR2 demonstrates a range of capabilities during hackathons

To evaluate potential applications for the PR2, Bosch researchers hosted one-week project sprints called "hackathons." During these collaborative events, the PR2 demonstrated its ability to accomplish complex tasks, such as carving wooden nameplates using Bosch's Dremel® power tool, drawing on a white board and delivering mail autonomously.

In a recent hackathon, an autonomous beverage-serving application was debuted using the PR2 and a TurtleBot(TM) (a low-cost, personal robot). Working with Brown University; University of California, Berkeley; and the Technische Universitat, Munich, Germany, Bosch created a web interface in which the PR2 uses precise manipulation functions to retrieve a beverage from the refrigerator, while the TurtleBot(TM) delivers the beverage to the requester. Developments that employ multiple robots further enable affordability and proficiency. More expensive robots with manipulation functions can be used for more difficult tasks, while less expensive robots can be used for transport and less complex activity.

"At Bosch, our ultimate vision is to develop a generalized household robot that is affordable and capable of making life easier for families and individuals," said Jan Becker, senior manager, Bosch Research and Technology Center North America. "Advanced applications are shaping the personal robotics industry, predicted to be worth $15 billion within the next decade, helping people in need accomplish challenging tasks."

Bosch's Research and Technology Center is demonstrating personal robotics research results with the PR2 at the 2011 Intelligent Robots and Systems (IROS) conference in San Francisco, Calif., at the Hilton in San Francisco, Calif., Sept. 25 - 30, where Bosch is serving as a platinum sponsor. IROS attracts top researchers from many countries to present their original results every year, as well as students, developers, and entrepreneurs looking to catch up on the vast developments in robotics. The theme of the conference is Human-Centered Robotics, and its format features innovations in the form of interactive multimedia presentations and special symposiums celebrating 50 years of robotics.

In the U.S., Canada and Mexico, the Bosch Group manufactures and markets automotive original equipment and aftermarket products, industrial drives and control technology, power tools, security and communication systems, packaging technology, thermotechnology, household appliances, solar energy, healthcare telemedicine and software innovations. Having established a regional presence in 1906, Bosch employs over 22,000 associates in more than 100 locations, with reported sales of $8.8 billion in fiscal 2010.  For more information, visit http://www.boschusa.com.

The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services. In the areas of automotive and industrial technology, consumer goods, and building technology, some 285,000 associates generated sales of 47.3 billion euros ($62.7 billion) in fiscal 2010. For 2011, the company forecasts sales of more than 50 billion euros ($70 billion) and a headcount of 300,000 by the end of the year. The Bosch Group comprises Robert Bosch GmbH and its more than 350 subsidiaries and regional companies in over 60 countries. If its sales and service partners are included, then Bosch is represented in roughly 150 countries. This worldwide development, manufacturing, and sales network is the foundation for further growth. Bosch spent 3.8 billion euros (approximately $5 billion) for research and development in 2010, and applied for over 3,800 patents worldwide. With all its products and services, Bosch enhances the quality of life by providing solutions which are both innovative and beneficial.  Bosch is celebrating its 125th anniversary in 2011.  Additional information can be accessed at http://www.bosch.com, http://www.bosch-press.com, and http://www.125.bosch.com.

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Robert Bosch LLC

CONTACT: Cheryl Kilborn, Robert Bosch LLC, +1-248-876-1167, Cheryl.Kilborn@us.bosch.com

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

Over 60 New Qi Wireless Charging Products to Be Shown at CEATEC 2011

Visit Booth # 3A65, to experience the latest in wireless power

TOKYO, Sept. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) today announced that it will be exhibiting and demonstrating over 60 new Qi-enabled products from October 4 through 8 during CEATEC 2011, in the Makuhari Messe convention center in Tokyo, Japan.

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The exhibits will be housed in the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) booth number, 3A65, within the "Home and Personal Zone" in Hall 3. Products on display will include Qi-enabled furniture, car consoles, mobile phones, Wi-Fi(TM) routers, clocks, battery packs, and more.

Qi, the global standard for wireless charging, allows devices to be charged just by placing them on any Qi charging surface without connecting cords or wires. Qi offers simplicity, convenience, and flexibility by ensuring wireless charging interoperability between any Qi-enabled device and any Qi charger, regardless of manufacturer or brand.

Just like Bluetooth® set the standard for exchanging data over short distances or Wi-Fi(TM) set the standard for wireless networking, Qi sets the standard for wireless charging. Compatibility between all Qi products is assured when you see the Qi logo.

More than 20 WPC member companies, including Atmel, ConvenientPower, Energizer, Hitachi, LG, MCM Japan, NTT DoCoMo, Panasonic, Phillips, PLDS, Sanyo, Sharp, and Texas Instruments will be exhibiting products at the show.

"Consumers want the freedom to charge their devices without cords and the flexibility to charge different types of devices without having to buy separate chargers for each," said WPC Chairman Menno Treffers. "The wide range and number of new Qi products at CEATEC is a direct result of that consumer demand. With industry support from more than 90 of the most influential companies, Qi is rapidly expanding into consumer electronics, cars, furniture, and appliances, with more innovative Qi products coming to market all the time."

The Qi standard was finalized in 2010 and is backed by well-known companies like Energizer, Verizon, Motorola, Samsung, Sanyo, LG, Panasonic, HTC, Sony-Ericsson, Nokia, and Philips.

For more information about Qi and the WPC, please visit the Wireless Power Consortium website.

About Qi and the Wireless Power Consortium

Established 17 December 2008, the Wireless Power Consortium's mission is to establish Qi as the global standard for powering rechargeable electronic products. The more than 90 members of WPC include industry leaders in mobile phones, consumer electronics, batteries, semiconductors, components, wireless power technology and infrastructure such as wireless operators, furniture and automotive parts companies. Qi products are available in the United States, Asia, and Europe. Qi is pronounced "chee" and means "vital energy."

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Wireless Power Consortium

CONTACT: Josh Schimel, +1-202-857-2208, josh.schimel@fleishman.com, or Jennifer Clark, +1-202-828-5065, jennifer.clark@fleishman.com, both for Wireless Power Consortium

Red Stallion Interactive Forms to Develop and Distribute Interactive Entertainment Across Arabian Gulf Region

CUTTING-EDGE VIDEO GAME PUBLISHER LAUNCHES AS WHOLLY OWNED SUBSIDIARY OF TRANS TECHNOLOGIES, LLC AND IN PARTNERSHIP WITH DIGITAL DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT (DDM)

Bahrain, Qatar and NORTHAMPTON, Mass., Sept. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Digital Development Management (DDM), the world's leading business and talent agency for video games and digital entertainment, announced it has joined forces with Arabian Gulf based Trans Technologies, LLC to form Red Stallion Interactive, LLC a new publisher devoted to developing and distributing interactive entertainment across the Arabian Gulf region. Red Stallion will have offices located in Doha, Qatar; Manama, The Kingdom of Bahrain; and Northampton, MA. DDM will serve as Senior Advisors and operational manager to Red Stallion, providing expertise and business strategies based in the West to address the growing appetite for high quality game entertainment across the Arabian Gulf and Middle East region. The announcement was made by Chairman of AMJ Projects, W.L.L., Dr. Mohamed Juman representing the Shareholders of Trans Technologies, LLC and John Sutyak who handled the deal on behalf of DDM alongside partner and DDM President Joe Minton.

Trans Technologies, LLC is a holding company formed by AMJ Projects, W.L.L. a business innovator, owned and operated by Dr. Mohamed Juman, which creates and operates businesses in the information technologies, aviation, real estate, and retail sectors. Trans Technologies, LLC is a holding company designed to identify strategic growth and investment opportunities in the interactive and transmedia sectors with Red Stallion Interactive being its first strategic portfolio initiative.

Red Stallion's content, both licensed and original, will be rooted in culture based on the Arabian Gulf region, with global themes and appeal. By tapping into DDM's global expertise in the video game marketplace, Red Stallion Interactive will work with some of the leading video game developers, publishers and intellectual property creators around the world to generate best-in-class digital content for a region eager to engage with new interactive entertainment. With DDM's partnership, the company will initially focus on distributing and developing for the greater Arabian Gulf region to establish its business base, bringing a high quality mobile platform, and online interactive content portfolio to the region's growing customer base, with plans to expand globally.

"Our partnership with DDM to create Red Stallion marks Trans Technologies' first investment in the interactive entertainment industry and we couldn't be more excited about this groundbreaking offering to the Arabian Gulf," said Dr. Juman. "Red Stallion, through our partnership with DDM, will hopefully fulfill a growing demand for interactive content that speaks to the cultural and entertainment habits of different international territories. We will look to bridge the gap by focusing distribution of relevant and appropriately localized games and media. As the face of interactive gaming evolves, Red Stallion will be at the forefront, leading the charge toward joining these forces and markets together."

"DDM has a longstanding history of working with the best-in-class talent and developing meaningful partnerships between developers, publishers and license holders alike," stated Sutyak. "The formation of Red Stallion is another milestone as we continue to lend guidance, business expertise, and build and operate businesses that deliver world-class entertainment around the globe."

US-based Rudy N. Vogel, advisor to both Trans Technologies, LLC & Red Stallion Interactive, and a board member of both companies, and Fred Fierst, Partner of Fierst, Pucci & Kane LLP, with over two decades of experience in licensing and merchandising video games, film and other types of cross-platform entertainment served as key advisors on the deal.

About AMJ Projects

AMJ Projects W.L.L. is a leading world-class business innovator creating and operating businesses in the information technologies, aviation, real estate, and retail sectors. With a flawless record of growing businesses, AMJ Projects W.L.L. identifies commercial niches that address unique market needs, creates the proper constructs, and provides the required capital to fuel growth.

About Digital Development Management

Created in 2005 by Founder & Managing Partner Jeff Hilbert and President Joe Minton, Digital Development Management (DDM) is the leading consultancy and talent agency for video games and digital entertainment in the world. DDM operates three divisions dedicated to servicing development studios and the industry at large across all platforms of connected entertainment. These include Game Industry Services, Game Production Services and DDM's Game Studio Representation group, which manages a roster of high caliber, best-in-class studios worldwide comprising some of the best talent around the globe. DDM services clients via US-based offices in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Seattle, Boston, and its headquarters in Northampton, MA, as well as internationally via offices in Osaka, Japan; Stockholm, Sweden and Manchester, England.

SOURCE  Red Stallion Interactive; Digital Development Management

Red Stallion Interactive; Digital Development Management

CONTACT: Melissa Zukerman or Erica Zilinskas of Principal Communications Group, +1-323-658-1555

Xilinx Releases Pocket Power Estimator App for the iPhone

Designers can Quickly Determine the Low Power Benefit of Xilinx's 28nm 7 Series FPGAs

SAN JOSE, Calif., Sept. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Designers who rely on their iPhones as much as their PCs now have a quick and easy way to determine the power consumption of Xilinx's (NASDAQ: XLNX) 28nm 7 series Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGA). The new Pocket Power Estimator (PPE) application for Apple's iPhone enables designers to see how Xilinx's 28nm programmable platforms stack up to alternatives in delivering the lowest power consumption for their systems. Designers can download the PPE from the Apple App Store today and, for the first time ever, quickly and easily explore what-if-scenarios and get immediate feedback on the estimated power consumption compared to alternatives. For more complex and detailed power analyses, designers can use the ISE® Design Suite's XPower Estimator (XPE) and the XPower Analyzer (XPA) tools.

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"Manufacturers of electronic systems across all our market segments are eager to either lower their current power budgets or drive higher system performance within the same power budgets," said Xilinx Distinguished Engineer and resident power 'guru' Matt Klein. "Offering the Power Pocket Estimator (PPE) on one of the most popular smartphone platforms puts power estimation in the hands of busy designers who routinely turn to their iPhone to access information, further enhancing their design productivity."

The PPE app, which can also be used with the iPad, offers an easy-to-use GUI for the quick entering of resource requirements - such as SerDes utilization, DSP, memory, logic capacity and more. Compared to the previous generation 40nm FPGAs, Xilinx 7 series FPGAs deliver about 50 percent lower total power, on average, thanks in part to the HPL (high-performance/low-power) process technology offered by foundry partner TSMC. Further components of the power envelope that drive this total power reduction include 65 percent lower maximum (worst case) static power, 25 percent lower dynamic power, 30 percent lower I/O power, and 60 percent lower transceiver power. The PPE app takes into account these aspects of total power consumption to enable designers to easily obtain a high-level estimate of power usage by functional block, and how it compares to other Xilinx or competing devices. The PPE also includes application reference examples that designers can use as starting points to customize to their own specifications. The first release of the app includes design examples for the wired and wireless communications markets, while future releases will have additional market segment examples and support other smartphone platforms.

7 Series Low Power Benefits

The 28 HPL process technology avoids many yield and leakage issues seen with the embedded SiGe process used in the 28nm HP process and delivers a more cost-effective process solution. The 7 series' larger design headroom, resulting in greater voltage headroom enabled by the HPL process, allows the choice of operating voltages at a wider range of values and enables a flexible power/performance strategy. This enables Xilinx to offer the new low power -2L option for every 7 series device, providing mid-speed-grade performance at 45 percent lower static power compared to the commercial offering. The same -2L device can also function at 0.9V core voltage to provide lower power benefit, including 55 percent lower static power and 20 percent lower dynamic power compared the equivalent commercial speed grade offering.

On the design tool side of power optimization, Xilinx introduced the first automated, fine-grained clock-gating solution for FPGAs that can reduce dynamic power by up to 30 percent. This automated capability links to the place and route portion of the standard FPGA design flow and uses a set of innovative algorithms to perform an analysis on all portions of the design to create fine-grain clock-gating or logic-gating signals that neutralize superfluous switching activity. The power benefit of the intelligent clock gating can easily be realized in the PPE app by using the power optimization option.  Furthermore, it is important to estimate the power consumption under worst-case conditions. The Xilinx PPE app is designed to provide the estimated total power under max conditions to provide a reasonable and realistic estimate for the respective design scenario.

Availability

The Xilinx PPE mobile application is free of charge and is available now on the Apple App Store. A version of PPE for Android and other Smartphone platforms will be introduced later this year. To learn more about Xilinx's lower power advantage, view the YouTube video, and link to the PPE App, please visit http://www.xilinx.com/power.

About Xilinx

Xilinx is the worldwide leader in complete programmable logic solutions. For more information, visit http://www.xilinx.com/.

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Xilinx, the Xilinx logo, Artix, ISE, Kintex, Spartan, Virtex, and other designated brands included herein are trademarks of Xilinx in the United States and other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Xilinx
Bruce Fienberg
408-879-4631
Bruce.Fienberg@xilinx.com

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

Northwoods Software Delivers New Web-based Planogram Technology

Web Implementation Provides Rapid Design and Shared Planograms

NASHUA, N.H., Sept. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Northwoods Software today announced that it has delivered Hillman Planogrammer Version 1.0 to The Hillman Group Inc.  Hillman Planogrammer is a state-of-the-art, web-based planogram software package that allows salespeople to design retail store displays for their customers.

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Terry Showalter, senior product manager for Hillman, says, "We are quite pleased to be using the state of the art in planogramming technology with our new Hardware Essentials Builder's Hardware line.  This new technology has several key features that we believe puts us leaps and bounds ahead of the competition."

"Hillman Planogrammer" is a customized version of Northwoods' breakthrough GoPlanogram(TM) software technology. Today Northwoods also announced the availability of customization of the technology for new customers.

GoPlanogram software allows ordinary computer users to design retail store displays using their internet browser, without the need to install software.  Despite running in a browser, this new technology has rapid drag-and-drop performance because GoPlanogram is based on Microsoft's Silverlight technology, which provides high interactivity for web-based solutions. 

GoPlanogram's web-based implementation means that planograms can now be easily shared amongst a company's users worldwide, and reliably backed up.  More importantly, centralizing the storage of a company's planograms, when combined with store sales history, has the potential to provide a wealth of business intelligence for optimizing category management and inventory.  Additional options possible for GoPlanogram customers are automated planogram construction, instant online ordering, photo enhancement, custom fixtures, and integration with IT systems. 

Northwoods Software has been developing planogram software since 1999.  Its easy to use planogramming technology is used by marketing managers, merchandisers, retail sales staff, and individual store owners.  Prior to developing the GoPlanogram technology, Northwoods implemented custom planogramming software for National Manufacturing, The Stanley Works, and Hampton Products International Corporation. 

GoPlanogram software offers dramatic increases in user productivity as well as providing high visual quality for the resulting displays.

A free demonstration is available at: http://www.goplanogram.com

Northwoods Software Corporation, founded in 1994, focuses on graphical applications that provide ease of use and high productivity. Since its founding, Northwoods Software has grown to become one of the world's leading suppliers of interactive diagram components and class libraries.

GoPlanogram, GoDiagram, GoXam and Northwoods Software are trademarks of Northwoods Software Corporation, Microsoft and Silverlight are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.  Other trademarks are owned by their respective owners.

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Northwoods Software

CONTACT: Scott Smith, Northwoods Software, +1-603-886-9173, 1-800-434-9820, goplanogram@nwoods.com

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

Opal Kelly Releases Industrial Versions of XEM6010-Xilinx Spartan-6 FPGA USB Modules

PORTLAND, Ore., Sept. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Opal Kelly, a leading producer of powerful FPGA modules that provide essential device-to-computer interconnect using PCI Express or USB 2.0, today announced two industrial-temperature versions of its recently-released module XEM6010. Based on the powerful, Xilinx Spartan-6 FPGA with high-speed USB 2.0 interface for downloading and communication, the new XEM6010-LX45I and XEM6010-LX150I are specified for the full industrial temperature range of -40ºC to +85ºC.

The XEM6010 is ideally suited to prototyping systems and integration into OEM devices where a USB interface, flexible hardware solution, or PC (Windows, Mac, or Linux) software interface would be useful. The XEM6010 can easily be added to a new board design to provide turnkey USB integration with the convenience of the Opal Kelly FrontPanel SDK and USB drivers. Available in two FPGA densities and now available in commercial and industrial temperature ranges, the XEM6010-LX45 and XEM6010-LX45I are specified for the commercial (-0ºC to +70ºC) and industrial (-40ºC to +85ºC) temperature ranges, respectively. The XEM6010-LX150 and XEM6010-LX150I are the higher-density versions. All models include high-speed USB 2.0 FPGA configuration and data transfer, integrated DDR2 SDRAM, power supplies, and configuration flash.

The XEM6010-LX45I is offered at $424.95 / each (quantity 100+). The XEM6010-LX150I is offered at $749.95 / each (quantity 50+). Both are available now from the Opal Kelly online store. The modules include the Opal Kelly FrontPanel SDK and USB driver and email support, as well as access to an active online User Forum.

About Opal Kelly

Opal Kelly, founded in 2004, offers a range of powerful, off-the-shelf, USB 2.0 and PCI Express FPGA modules, including the easy-to-use Opal Kelly FrontPanel software interface and robust API. Opal Kelly products provide the essential device-to-computer interconnect for fast and efficient product prototyping, testing, development, and OEM integration. Development engineers, researchers, teachers, and serious hobbyists, worldwide, use Opal Kelly modules for a versatile and economical interconnect solution that shortens development time, fills expertise gaps, and dramatically accelerates time to market. For more information, or to purchase Opal Kelly products, please visit http://www.opalkelly.com.

SOURCE  Opal Kelly

Opal Kelly

CONTACT: Frances Mann-Craik, Addison Marketing, +1-408-868-9577, frances@addisonmarketing.com

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

Ness Technologies Provides Update on Merger

TEANECK, New Jersey, September 27, 2011/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --

    Ness Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: NSTC and TASE: NSTC), a global provider
of IT services and solutions, announced today that the company's proposed
merger with an affiliate of Citi Venture Capital International (CVCI), a
global private equity investment fund, is now expected to close next month.

    The parties are working towards completing the merger as soon as
possible, subject to the satisfaction or waiver of all closing conditions.
The company currently expects to complete the merger in October.

    About Ness Technologies

    Ness Technologies (NASDAQ: NSTC and TASE: NSTC) is a global provider of
IT and business services and solutions with specialized expertise in
software product engineering; and system integration, application
development, consulting and software distribution. Ness delivers its
portfolio of solutions and services using a global delivery model combining
offshore, near-shore and local teams. With about 7,000 employees, Ness has
operations in North America, Europe, Israel and India, has customers in over
20 countries, and partners with numerous software and hardware vendors
worldwide. For more information about Ness, visit http://www.ness.com.

    About Citi Venture Capital International

    CVCI is a leader in global emerging markets private equity investing,
and currently manages over $7 billion in equity investments and committed
capital. CVCI has an internationally integrated investment team with over 45
professionals worldwide with a local presence in Singapore, Mumbai, New
Delhi, Hong Kong, London, New York and Santiago. CVCI-advised funds have
made significant investments in Business Services and Cross-Border
Outsourcing companies and have an established track record of investments in
this sector and a global perspective of the trends and drivers in the
industry. Over the last decade, funds and entities advised by CVCI have
invested in business services and IT Services companies in China, the U.S.,
India, Mexico, and Korea.

    CVCI is part of Citi Capital Advisors. Citi Capital Advisors is a global
alternative asset management platform that offers a broad range of
innovative strategies and products to select institutional and
ultra-high-net-worth investors.

    Forward-Looking Statements

    This press release contains forward-looking statements within the
meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.
Forward-looking statements often are preceded by words such as "believes,"
"expects," "may," "anticipates," "plans," "intends," "assumes," "will" or
similar expressions. Forward-looking statements reflect management's current
expectations, as of the date of this press release, and involve certain
risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially
from those expressed in or implied by these statements. Factors that could
cause actual results to materially differ from those projected in
forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, the following:
(i) the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstances that could
give rise to the termination of the merger agreement; (ii) the inability to
complete the merger due to the failure to obtain stockholder approval or the
failure to satisfy other conditions to the completion of the merger; (iii)
risks related to disruption of management's attention from the company's
ongoing business operations due to the merger; and (iv) the effect of the
announcement of the merger on the company's relationships with its
customers, operating results and business generally. Additional factors that
may cause results to differ materially from those described in the
forward-looking statements are included under the heading "Risk Factors" in
the company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The
company is under no obligation, and expressly disclaims any obligation, to
update or alter its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of such
changes, new information, subsequent events or otherwise.

   
    Media Contacts:
    David Kanaan
    Intl: +972-54-425-5307
    Email:  media.int@ness.com

    Investor Relations Contacts:
    Drew Wright
    USA: +1-201-488-3262
    Email:  investor@ness.com

    Maya Lustig
    Israel: +972-3-767-5110
    Email:  maya.lustig@ness.com

Source: Ness Technologies Inc

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Share Ride and Transit Advocacy Group Launches a New Website Service

AirportShuttles.net offers detailed information on share ride airport transportation and public transit

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- AirportShuttles.net ( http://www.airportshuttles.net/ ) is a comprehensive guide and directory covering the transit and airport shuttle industry. The first website of its kind, it is free to use and free to be listed in for qualified companies. Information is categorized in an easy to understand format and offers company/agency details along with direct links to websites.

Maria Santos of Airport Shuttles Network says, "We are much excited to finally launch this website; it took two years to gather so much information. In tough economic times, I think people would pay more attention to transit and rideshare, plus free exposure will help operators. Even if you don't have a website, submit your information. In the case of transit agencies with no budgets for webmasters we can help by publishing system maps and schedules directly on our website. People have different reasons for using transit and rideshare: climate change, dependence on foreign oil, clean air, supporting local transit, saving money, or simply being not able to afford anything else. It is a free public recourse and we encourage people to participate; updating old and adding new information would be of much help. Completed area pages would look somewhat like this: http://www.airportshuttles.net/ca_oakland.shtml, San Francisco Bay Area - East Bay."

Experts from travel, personal transportation, and Internet industries volunteered their time working on this project. The goal was to make it as user friendly and informative as possible.

Mark Goldberg, head of the web team, says, "We try to think of everything, how easy it is to read and share, how fresh the content is. Some things are very important to other webmasters, for example, how many times someone would make a page for school or event with links to an airport's ground transportation pages only to find out that the complex url was changed and now the link is dead. That's why we have very simple urls that never change so webmasters can feel safe linking to our pages."

"Our goal is very simple - provide accurate, unbiased information on transportation options. When it comes to shuttles, people think there is only SuperShuttle, when in reality there is a great number of small independent and family owned companies plus numerous free hotel shuttles, dial a ride services provided by local governments and other options," says Santos.

About AirportShuttles.net

AirportShuttles.net is a guide and directory of airport transportation and transit providers enhanced with search features ( http://www.airportshuttles.net/search.shtml ). Search is provided by partner companies: ShuttleFare - the only shuttle instant quote and comparison service, and Airport Service - offers private transportation service quotes. This powerful combination of comprehensive directory with an instant quote option makes it possible to make educated decisions in minutes. Google Transit is coming soon.

Contact:

Maria Santos
web@airportshuttles.net
(415) 571-7002

This press release was issued through eReleases(R).  For more information, visit eReleases Press Release Distribution at http://www.ereleases.com.

SOURCE  AirportShuttles.net

AirportShuttles.net

Web Site: http://www.airportshuttles.net

Sony Online Entertainment and Recoil Games Launch Rochard for PlayStation®Network

Rochard Calls on Players to Man-Up and Save the Day

SAN DIEGO and HELSINKI, Sept. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Online Entertainment LLC (SOE) and Recoil Games today release Rochard, the gravity-defying, side-scrolling, puzzle-platforming, astro-mining action adventure, available exclusively on the PlayStation®Network.

Rochard tells the tale of John Rochard, voiced by Jon St. John, a prominent voice actor best known for his role as Duke Nukem® in the Duke Nukem video game franchise. John is an average, everyday astro-miner who becomes a hero when his team of universal prospectors accidentally discovers an ancient alien artifact hidden deep in an asteroid. To protect humanity as he knows it, John must defeat evil space pirates and rescue his missing team members using only his wits and gravity defying 'G-Lifter'. With this power tool Rochard can literally bend the laws of physics to manipulate gravity in fun and inventive ways, to solve complex puzzles, and ultimately save the day.

"Rochard rocks the indie scene with a witty storyline and unique gravity-bending action gameplay that should only be experienced on the PlayStation®Network," said Christopher Sturr, executive director of business development and corporate strategy at SOE. "With a focus on creative design, Rochard is a truly inspired title that defies design boundaries and presents a sarcastic twist to the puzzle-platforming genre."

Developed by Recoil Games, Rochard is an original space adventure game that challenges players to use coordination and logic to manipulate gravity on the fly and overcome dangerous obstacles and deadly foes to advance. By using the upgradable G-Lifter, the main tool of the game, players lift and maneuver heavy objects around the environment, and jump and propel themselves across huge chasms and onto towering elevations throughout each level. The hybrid puzzle-platform gameplay is buoyed by humor, slick visuals and clever audio touches. The game's challenges require more than just a quick trigger finger; players have room to improvise their way through both combat and puzzles using increasingly powerful tools at their disposal.

"We are incredibly proud of Rochard and the praise we have received for the game from across the globe, including two 'Best of' awards from press at this year's Gamescom 2011," said Samuli Syvahuoko, CEO of Recoil Games Ltd. "The time has finally come to put our clever and distinctive action adventure in the hands of gamers-- and we couldn't be more excited. When floating through low gravity, solving puzzles and tossing boxes at space pirates, we are confident players will find Rochard to be a fun game to sink their teeth into this fall."

Rochard is now available in North America on the PlayStation®Network for $9.99 USD. The game is rated T for Teen by the ESRB for fantasy violence, suggestive themes and mild language. For more information, please visit http://www.rochardthegame.com.

About SOE

Sony Online Entertainment LLC (SOE) is a recognized worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online games.  Best known for its blockbuster hits and franchises, including EverQuest®, EverQuest®II, Champions of Norrath®, PlanetSide®, Free Realms®, Clone Wars Adventures(TM), and DC Universe(TM) Online, SOE creates, develops and provides compelling online entertainment for a variety of platforms.  SOE is building on its proven legacy and pioneering the future of online worlds through creative development and inspired gameplay design for audiences of all ages.  To learn more, visit http://www.soe.com.

SOE, the SOE logo, EverQuest, Champions of Norrath and PlanetSide are registered trademarks and Untold Legends,Legendsof Norrath, and Free Realms are trademarks of Sony Online Entertainment LLC. All other trademarks and trade names are properties of their respective owners.

"PlayStation" is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

About Recoil Games

Recoil Games is a privately-held game development company focused on the creation of original entertainment properties for games and other media. The company's core expertise is in the development of premium console games that bring together adventure, gameplay and action in exciting new ways. Central to Recoil's strategy is also the use of deep storylines, engaging characters and immersive game worlds in maximizing the appeal of its properties. Recoil is based in Helsinki, Finland. For more information about Recoil Games visit http://www.recoilgames.com and http://www.RochardTheGame.com.

Recoil Games and Rochard are registered trademarks or trademarks of Recoil Games, Ltd.

Duke Nukem is a registered trademark of Gearbox Software L.L.C.

SOURCE  Sony Online Entertainment LLC

Sony Online Entertainment LLC

CONTACT: Taina Rodriguez of Sony Online Entertainment, +1-858-577-3033, TRodriguez@soe.sony.com; or Michelle Hoffman of Bender/Helper Impact, Inc., +1-310-694-3154, Michelle_Hoffman@bhimpact.com, for Sony Online Entertainment; or Shaun Norton of Sandbox Strategies, shaun@sandboxstrat.com, for Recoil Games US press; or Tommaso De Benetti, tommaso@recoilgames.com, for Recoil Games EU press

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

Choice Hotels Continues Mobile Technology Leadership in the Hotel Industry

Company Launches Enhanced Mobile Website and New Android Application

SILVER SPRING, Md., Sept. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Since its most notable mobile technology milestone just a mere two years ago in the announcement of the hotel industry's first global iPhone app, Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) recently celebrated a number of new advancements in the mobile segment. The well-known worldwide franchisor just launched its free Android app on August 31st, opening up the benefits of mobile travel to an entire new group of smart phone users. What's more, the company's iPhone app that began it all just reached its one-millionth consumer download! If that's not enough, Choice Hotels also launched a completely redesigned new mobile website, incorporating great new features to meet changing guest demands, such as GPS-based search functionality, one-touch calling, and more hotel photos and amenities.

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"This is another big step forward in the mobile space not only for Choice Hotels but for the hotel industry overall," said Chris Brya, director of mobile and emerging channels for Choice Hotels. "More and more guests are using mobile technology for their travel purchases and that number will only increase. We want to supply our guests with everything they need, wherever they are, so that they can have the best booking experience possible on their mobile devices."

The new Choice Hotels Android app gives consumers access to more than 6,000 hotels anytime, right in their back pocket. The app offers users simple functionality to find and book a hotel room instantly on their phones. It features GPS technology and mapping functionality to help road warriors find the nearest Choice Hotels properties to any given location while traveling. Other highlights for the app include easy access to consumers' Choice Privileges rewards account, hotel property details such as amenities, features and photos, and hotel searching capabilities by city, airport, popular attraction and more.

These features are also available on the company's iPhone app, which recently celebrated one million downloads among consumers from around the world in more than 80 different countries. The Choice Hotels Locator app, which was the first global iPhone app for the hotel industry and one of Apple's "New and Noteworthy" apps after its initial launch in 2009, also works on iPod Touch and iPad. The free app generates thousands of same-day and next-day reservations every month and is used by more than 1,500 consumers on a daily basis.

For consumers lacking apps on their phone, the company also provides a new, richer mobile experience through its updated mobile website. When accessing ChoiceHotels.com on the Internet browser of their mobile devices, consumers will now experience features like GPS-based search functions, multiple room rates with room descriptions, a photo gallery, one-touch calling, lists of property amenities and features, single-sign-on for rewards accounts, multi-currency display and more. The mobile site redesign came about through an extensive research process of listening and responding to feedback from both guests and franchise hotel owners. The resulting new infrastructure will allow the company to scale for the future growth in mobile use that management anticipates.

About Choice Hotels

Choice Hotels International, Inc. franchises more than 6,100 hotels, representing more than 490,000 rooms, in the United States and more than 30 other countries and territories. As of June 30, 2011, more than 450 hotels were under construction, awaiting conversion or approved for development in the United States, representing more than 37,000 rooms, and approximately 100 hotels, representing approximately 8,700 rooms, were under construction, awaiting conversion or approved for development in more than 20 other countries and territories. The company's Comfort Inn, Comfort Suites, Quality, Sleep Inn, Clarion, Cambria Suites, MainStay Suites, Suburban Extended Stay Hotel, Econo Lodge and Rodeway Inn brands serve guests worldwide. In addition, via its Ascend Collection membership program, travelers in the United States, Canada and the Caribbean have upscale lodging options at historic, boutique and unique hotels.

Additional corporate information may be found on the Choice Hotels International, Inc. Web site, which may be accessed at http://www.choicehotels.com.

Choice Hotels, Choice Hotels International, Choice Privileges, Comfort Inn, Comfort Suites, Quality, Sleep Inn, Clarion, Cambria Suites, MainStay Suites, Suburban Extended Stay Hotel, Econo Lodge, Rodeway Inn and Ascend Collectionare proprietary trademarks and service marks of Choice Hotels International.

© 2011 Choice Hotels International, Inc. All rights reserved.

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Choice Hotels International, Inc.

CONTACT: Rocco Loverro, +1-301-592-6719, rocco_loverro@choicehotels.com

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

Comcast Introduces Ambitious and Comprehensive Internet Essentials Broadband Adoption Program to Baltimore Area

Program to Provide Families with Children Eligible for a Free Lunch Under the National School Lunch Program with Low-Cost Internet Service, Affordable Computers and Digital Literacy Training

BALTIMORE, Sept. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Comcast Corporation Executive Vice President David L. Cohen was joined by U.S. Congressman Elijah Cummings, U.S. Congressman Dutch Ruppersberger and Maryland Governor Martin O'Malley, along with local school system officials, city leaders and community organizations, to introduce the Internet Essentials program at a special event held today at Mergenthaler Vocational Technical High School in Baltimore City.  Internet Essentials provides families with children who are eligible to receive free lunches under the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) with low-cost Internet service, affordable computers and free digital literacy training. The goal of Internet Essentials is to help close the digital divide and ensure more Americans benefit from all the Internet has to offer.

The program addresses what research has identified as the three primary barriers to broadband adoption:

    1. A lack of understanding of how the Internet is relevant and useful;
    2. The cost of a home computer; and
    3. The cost of Internet service.

According to David L. Cohen, Comcast Corporation Executive Vice President, "Internet Essentials helps level the playing field for low-income families by connecting students online with their teachers and their schools' educational resources. The program will also enable parents to receive digital literacy training so they can do things like apply for jobs online or use the Internet to learn more about healthcare and government services available where they live."

"Working with our federal partners, Maryland is strengthening its broadband infrastructure in communities from the Eastern Shore to Western Maryland," said Governor O'Malley.  "Comcast, Internet Essentials and our expanding ability to provide access to the Internet will open up a new world of educational opportunities for our children, employment opportunities for our citizens and critical access to essential services.  Together, we can make Maryland one of the best connected states in the nation."

"Computer skills are becoming a necessity for Americans at a very early age, and children who are not connected at home are falling further behind their peers not only in grade school, but as they enter college and a high-tech working world," said Congressman Cummings.  "With this program, Comcast is setting an important precedent, and sharing in our responsibility as a nation to find ways to close the digital divide."

Service Details

Internet Essentials participants will receive:

    --  Residential Internet service for $9.95 a month + applicable taxes;
    --  No price increases, no activation fees, or equipment rental fees;
    --  A voucher to purchase a low-cost computer for $149.99 + tax; and
    --  Access to free digital literacy training in print, online and in person.

Additional benefits include the Norton(TM) Security Suite ($160 value) for comprehensive online security protection at no additional cost.

Eligibility

A household is eligible to participate in the Internet Essentials program if it meets all of the following criteria:

    --  Is located where Comcast offers Internet service;
    --  Has at least one child who is eligible to receive a free school lunch
        under the NSLP (As an example, according to the Department of
        Agriculture, a household of three would have to make less than $25,000 a
        year in income);
    --  Has not subscribed to Comcast Internet service within the last 90 days;
    --  Does not have an overdue Comcast bill or unreturned equipment.

Comcast will sign up eligible families in the program for at least three years, through the end of the 2013-2014 school year.  Any household that qualifies during this three-year period will remain eligible for Internet Essentials provided a child eligible for a free lunch remains living in the household.

In the Greater Baltimore area, Comcast is working with a growing network of community based organizations to spread the word about Internet Essentials and provide digital literacy training. Those organizations include The Family League of Baltimore, Education Based Latino Outreach, Maryland Hunger Solutions, Saint Frances Academy and grassroots organizations working to bring Internet access, training and technology to low-income communities across the region.

For general information about Internet Essentials, visit http://www.internetessentials.com for English or http://www.internetbasico.com for Spanish. Educators or third parties interested in helping to spread the word can find more information at http://www.internetessentials.com/partner.  Parents looking to enroll in the program can call 1-855-846-8376 or, for Spanish, 1-855-765-6995.

Comcast supports various programs in the Baltimore area that promote digital literacy, including the Comcast Digital Connectors program in partnership with One Economy, which provides young people with an opportunity to learn about broadband technologies and how to put that knowledge to work in a wide range of career development and community service activities.

Comcast is also a proud supporter of United Way of Central Maryland, Boys and Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Baltimore and Living Classrooms Foundation. In addition, the Company provides courtesy Internet service to libraries and community centers throughout the Baltimore area.

About Comcast Cable:

Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) (http://www.comcast.com) is one of the nation's leading providers of entertainment, information and communications products and services. Comcast is principally involved in the operation of cable systems through Comcast Cable and in the development, production and distribution of entertainment, news, sports and other content for global audiences through NBCUniversal. Comcast Cable is one of the nation's largest video, high-speed Internet and phone providers to residential and business customers. Comcast is the majority owner and manager of NBCUniversal, which owns and operates entertainment and news cable networks, the NBC and Telemundo broadcast networks, local television station groups, television production operations, a major motion picture company and theme parks.

SOURCE  Comcast Cable

Comcast Cable

CONTACT: Alisha Martin, +1-410-513-3155 work, +1-443-418-1353 cell, Alisha_Martin@cable.comcast.com

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

Tasktop's Mik Kersten Presents Webinar on Deploying Tasktop Sync to Unify Heterogeneous ALM Stacks

Webinar outlines how enterprise software organizations can integrate and synchronize heterogeneous ALM stacks to remove silos and improve collaboration and productivity

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --

               Mik Kersten - CEO and founder of Tasktop Technologies
    WHO:       (http://www.tasktop.com)

               Kersten is the creator of the Eclipse Mylyn open source
               project and inventor of the task-focused interface. At
               Tasktop he provides the technical vision behind Tasktop Dev
               for developer productivity and tool integration and Tasktop
               Sync for enterprise ALM synchronization.

               Synchronizing the ALM Stack for Enterprise Development
    WHAT:      Webinar
              -------------------------------------------------------

               In modern application development and delivery, heterogeneous
               best-of-breed ALM stacks have become the norm. Driven by
               open source, outsourcing, remote development and testing,
               Agile tools, IT decentralization, and in larger
               organizations, mergers and acquisitions, tool fragmentation
               is here to stay. In today's competitive environment, there
               is little incentive for software vendors to provide more
               than check-box integration solutions, making it nearly
               impossible for organizations to gain traceability and
               visibility - from requirements to source code. During this
               webinar, Kersten will outline successful strategies and
               demonstrate how Tasktop Sync solves these challenges. He
               will show how Tasktop Sync connects development, QA, and
               Agile project management together through its industry-
               standard Eclipse Mylyn ALM integration framework. Unlike
               previous approaches to ALM synchronization, Tasktop Sync
               provides real-time synchronization, automated conflict
               resolution and support for more than two dozen ALM systems.
               Building on Tasktop's Task Federation(TM) technology, Tasktop
               Sync ensures that each stakeholder has access to the data
               that they need within their tool of choice.

    WHEN:     Wed., Sept 28, 9 - 10 a.m. PDT

               To register for this webinar please visit: (http://
               tinyurl.com/3o4a5dw). Updates from the webinar will be
               available by following the live Twitter feed at #TaskSync.
               To learn more about Tasktop Sync please visit (http://
               www.tasktop.com/sync). To arrange an interview with Mik
               Kersten please contact Christie Denniston at 303-581-7760
    INFO:      or by email at cdenniston@catapultpr-ir.com.

SOURCE  Tasktop Technologies

Tasktop Technologies

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

LIONSGATE BRINGS DEAD ISLAND TO LIFE ON THE BIG SCREEN

Feature Film Adaptation Of Deep Silver's Zombie Sensation In Development At The Studio

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Sept. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- LIONSGATE® (NYSE: LGF), a leading global entertainment company, today announced that it has optioned film rights from Deep Silver to develop a feature inspired by Dead Island, which became a viral media sensation when its haunting, artful trailer launched in February 2011. The announcement was made by Lionsgate's co-COO and Motion Picture Group President Joe Drake.

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Dead Island is a global brand first introduced through a teaser trailer that told the story of a family on vacation at a tropical resort who is besieged by zombies. Told in a stark, non-linear fashion, the wrenching trailer captured worldwide fan attention and unanimous critical praise upon its debut, receiving over one million hits in its first 24 hours online, and nearly 10 million views by two days after its debut. Wired Magazine, College Humor and G4TV all called it the best video game trailer of all time, with G4TV adding "The Dead Island trailer is the best trailer I have ever seen in my life. The best video game trailer. The best movie trailer. The best anything trailer." The trailer went on to win the Golden Lion in Cannes at the International Festival of Creativity, the advertising industry's highest honor, and it was featured by Adweek on their annual list of the World's Best Commercials.

The video game Dead Island was published by Deep Silver for Xbox 360, Playstation 3 and PC. It was released in the United States on September 6th, 2011 and was the number one selling game both in the U.S. and the U.K. upon its local releases. The game has sold over two million units to date.

The game centers on vacationers whose island paradise becomes a living hell when a zombie outbreak quickly spreads. Cut off from the rest of the world, the survivors have only the available materials and the island's natural "weapons" to protect themselves from the viscous and growing legions of the undead. In addition to the award-winning trailer and video game, the Dead Island intellectual property will be simultaneously developed by Deep Silver into forthcoming graphic novels, novels and other extensions.

Like the trailer that will serve as its primary creative inspiration, the film DEAD ISLAND will be an innovation of the zombie genre because of its focus on human emotion, family ties and non-linear storytelling. Said Drake of the property's acquisition, "Like the hundreds of journalists and millions of fans who were so passionate and vocal about the Dead Island trailer, we too were awestruck." He continued, "This is exactly the type of property we're looking to adapt at Lionsgate - it's sophisticated, edgy, and a true elevation of a genre that we know and love. It also has built in brand recognition around the world, and franchise potential."

The film DEAD ISLAND is currently in the early development stage with producers attached. Sean Daniel (THE MUMMY, TOMBSTONE, DAZED AND CONFUSED) will spearhead production through his Sean Daniel Company. A veteran producer with global franchises under his belt, Daniel is to be joined in producing by Stefan Sonnenfeld, who has been a pioneer in the post production field, using the process as a platform to create a unique visual brand with directors including J.J. Abrams, Michael Bay and Gore Verbinski. Jason Brown of The Sean Daniel Company and Missy Papageorge for Sonnenfeld's Sunny Field Productions are executive producing, with Sarah Perlman of Sunny Field Productions serving as co-producer.

Alli Shearmur, Lionsgate's President of Motion Picture Production and Development is overseeing the project at the studio, with Jim Miller, SVP of Production and Development. Rob McEntegart, Senior EVP of Lionsgate's Motion Picture Group, negotiated the deal with Deep Silver's U.S. attorney Ed Labowitz.

About Lionsgate

Lionsgate is a leading global entertainment company with a strong and diversified presence in motion picture production and distribution, television programming and syndication, home entertainment, family entertainment, digital distribution and new channel platforms. The Company has built a strong television presence in production of prime time cable and broadcast network series, distribution and syndication of programming through Debmar-Mercury and an array of channel assets. Lionsgate currently has 15 shows on more than 10 networks spanning its prime time production, distribution and syndication businesses, including such critically-acclaimed hits as "Mad Men", "Weeds" and "Nurse Jackie" along with the comedy "Blue Mountain State," the upcoming drama "Boss" and the syndication successes "Tyler Perry's House Of Payne", its spinoff "Meet The Browns", the upcoming "For Better or Worse," "The Wendy Williams Show" and "Are We There Yet?".

Its feature film business has generated more than half a billion dollars at the North American box office in the past year, fueled by such successes as THE LINCOLN LAWYER, TYLER PERRY'S MADEA'S BIG HAPPY FAMILY, THE EXPENDABLES, which was #1 at the North American box office for two weeks, THE LAST EXORCISM, TYLER PERRY'S WHY DID I GET MARRIED TOO?, KICK ASS and the critically-acclaimed PRECIOUS, which won two Academy Awards®. The Company's home entertainment business has grown to more than 8% market share and is an industry leader in box office-to-DVD and box office-to-VOD revenue conversion rate. Lionsgate handles a prestigious and prolific library of approximately 13,000 motion picture and television titles that is an important source of recurring revenue and serves as the foundation for the growth of the Company's core businesses. The Lionsgate brand remains synonymous with original, daring, quality entertainment in markets around the world.

For more information visit http://www.lionsgate.com

About The Game "Dead Island"

Dead Island(TM), the gruesome zombie action game with RPG elements by renowned developer Techland, combines first-person action with a heavy focus on melee combat, character development and customization of a vast array of weapons. All of these gameplay features are presented in a dark story inspired by classic zombie movies with a gritty and engrossing campaign that can be played with up to four players in co-op mode.

Set in an open world tropical island, hordes of different festering zombies await players around every corner while they embark on a variety of thrilling missions through the holiday resort. With firearms and ammunition being scarce the player must rely on discovering and utilizing items as weapons for self-defense and fighting off zombie hordes in intense melee combat. A diverse range of items can be collected and will later serve to transform the player's ordinary makeshift weapons into serious instruments of destruction.

Dead Island was released worldwide for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Windows PC.

Official website: http://www.deadisland.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/deadislandgame
Twitter: http://twitter.com/deadislandgame

About Deep Silver

Deep Silver, a division of Koch Media GmbH, develops and distributes interactive games for all platforms. The Deep Silver label means to captivate all gamers who have a passion for thrilling gameplay in exciting game worlds. Deep Silver works with its partners to achieve a maximum of success while maintaining the highest possible quality, always focusing on what the customer desires. Deep Silver products are designed to equally appeal to pros and beginners, children and adults.

Deep Silver has published more than 100 games since 2003, including own brands like the action role-playing game Sacred 2: Fallen Angel, successful adventures such as the Secret Files series and Lost Horizon, the role-playing game Risen and well-known licenses like the Chernobyl shooter S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky and Prison Break: The Conspiracy, the action adventure based on the popular TV series. Deep Silver has announced more upcoming highlights such as Risen 2, the sequel to the hit RPG, and Sacred 3. For more information please visit http://www.deepsilver.com

Koch Media is a leading producer and distributor of digital entertainment products (software, games and films). The company's own publishing activities, marketing and distribution extend throughout Europe and the USA. The Koch Media group has more than 15 years of experience in the digital media distribution business, and has risen to become the number one distributor in Europe. It has also formed strategic alliances with numerous games and software publishers: Capcom, Codemasters, Kaspersky Labs, Paradox Entertainment, Square Enix, Tecmo-Koei, and System 3 etc. in various European countries. With Headquarters in Planegg near Munich/Germany, Koch Media owns branches in Germany, England, France, Austria, Switzerland, Italy, Spain, the Nordic regions, Benelux and the USA. http://www.kochmedia.com

Microsoft, Xbox, Xbox 360, and Xbox LIVE are either registered trademarks or trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies.

"PlayStation" and "PS3" are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. All Rights Reserved.

All product titles, publisher names, trademarks, artwork and associated imagery are trademarks, registered trademarks and/or copyright material of the respective owners. All rights reserved.

For further information, contact:

Lionsgate - Film Division
Kate Hubin Piliero
310-255-4064
khubin@lionsgate.com

Lionsgate - Corporate Inquiries
Peter D. Wilkes
310-255-3726
pwilkes@lionsgate.com

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Lionsgate

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

Activision's Cabela's Big Game Hunter 2012 in Stores Today

The World's Greatest Hunting Franchise is Back and More Fun than Ever!

MINNEAPOLIS, Sept. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Activision Publishing, Inc.'s (Nasdaq: ATVI) Cabela's Big Game Hunter 2012 is available now and packed with global adventure. Featuring a large expanse of diverse terrain, plenty of great gear and the wildest animals yet, the game will sink its teeth into players and never let go! Cabela's Big Game Hunter 2012 is available with the popular Top Shot Elite peripheral to deliver gamers a more realistic experience.

"Activision and Cabela's have come together again to bring players the finest virtual hunting experience," said David Oxford, Executive Vice President of Activision Publishing. "We hope hunting and gaming fans alike will enjoy the finer details we put into the game like realistic animal behaviors and the unprecedented choices in direction never before seen in a Cabela's hunting game." 

Cabela's Big Game Hunter 2012 includes more choice than ever as player's decisions affect every hunt as they choose their path, exploring all kinds of different environments. For example, players can climb an area to get a better angle for the shot or take a low elevation route with poor visibility but plenty of concealment. The innovation doesn't end there though asthe game ups the ante with the most realistic animals ever seen in the Cabela's series. Every animal's unique movement gives clues on what they will do next. It's like they can see, hear and smell you.

Cabela's Big Game Hunter 2012 offers some of the coolest hunting rifles and shotguns available. Players always have access to the right gear as they purchase upgrades, producing visible strengths and weaknesses for each situation. Having the best stuff is only part of the equation though as players will have to master advanced shooting techniques such as accounting for wind direction and bullet drop.

Cabela's Big Game Hunter 2012 is out now on the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and Wii(TM) from Nintendo. The game is available either bundled with the innovative Top Shot Elite wireless controller on Xbox 360 and PS3 and a peripheral on Wii, or it can also be purchased separately. This game is rated T for Teen by the ESRB. For more information please visit ActivisionHunts.com and follow on Twitter and Facebook - @ActivisionHunts - Facebook.com/ActivisionHunts.

Cabela's

Cabela's Incorporated, headquartered in Sidney, Nebraska, is a leading specialty retailer, and the world's largest direct marketer, of hunting, fishing, camping and related outdoor merchandise.  Since the Company's founding in 1961, Cabela's has grown to become one of the most well-known outdoor recreation brands in the world, and has long been recognized as the World's Foremost Outfitter.  Through Cabela's growing number of retail stores and its well-established direct business, it offers a wide and distinctive selection of high-quality outdoor products at competitive prices while providing superior customer service.  Cabela's also issues the Cabela's CLUB Visa credit card, which serves as its primary customer loyalty rewards program.  Cabela's stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "CAB."

About Activision Publishing, Inc.

Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision Publishing, Inc. is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and leisure products. Activision maintains operations in the U.S., Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Sweden, Spain, Norway, Denmark, the Netherlands, Australia, South Korea, China and the region of Taiwan. More information about Activision and its products can be found on the company's website, http://www.activision.com. 

This product is manufactured under license from Microsoft Corporation.  Microsoft, Kinect, Xbox, Xbox LIVE, Xbox 360, and the Xbox logos are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies.  "PlayStation" is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Wii is a trademark of Nintendo.

For Information, Contact:
Aaron Palacios
Sandbox Strategies
415-673-3455
aaron@sandboxstrat.com

SOURCE  Activision Publishing, Inc.

Activision Publishing, Inc.

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

CORE POWER: BodyMedia® Introduces the Sleeker BodyMedia FIT(TM) CORE Armband

PITTSBURGH, Sep 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Getting to the CORE of a healthy lifestyle just got easier.  BodyMedia, the pioneer in body monitoring weight management systems, is proving that good things do come in small packages.  Launching today, the BodyMedia FIT CORE Armband, small in stature but big in building a healthier lifestyle, is an enlightening gadget that gives FIT fans the tools to take off the pounds and get to the CORE of the issue when it comes to their health.

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With the launch of the new CORE Armband, users can take workouts to the next level, in a smaller and more lightweight package. Debuting today, the CORE Armband is a third smaller in overall volume compared to previous BodyMedia FIT Armbands.  Capturing over 5000 data points per minute using four sophisticated sensors, this seriously smart device tracks everything from calories burned, steps taken, to levels of physical activity to sleep.  BodyMedia FIT Armbands give you the most accurate calorie burn in the market, and the technology used in the BodyMedia system has been clinically proven to improve weight loss by 3x!*

The CORE Armband stays charged for four to six days, making it easy to stay centered and ready to go throughout the week.  Smaller in size, but just as powerful, the CORE Armband acts as a compact companion that decodes daily activity to provide users with personalized data to create a unique fitness plan to help achieve fitness and nutrition goals.

Complementing the arrival of the new CORE Armband, a new and improved version of the easy-to-use Activity Manager will be unveiled by the end of 2011.  The online component of the BodyMedia system takes personalized fitness to the next level, allowing users to set individualized activity goals, log daily food intake, and track sleep efficiency with the click of a button.  The retooled Activity Manager will feature an increased level of accuracy from BodyMedia's already industry-leading standard for such activities as walking, running and road biking, as well as high intensity workouts. The enhanced Activity Manager will also include heart rate monitoring data, when uploaded from a 3rd party device.

Alongside the upcoming Activity Manager refresh, BodyMedia is also introducing the new BodyMedia FITcoach that provides personalized feedback based on individual consumer sensor data and goals.  The BodyMedia FITcoach includes the user's projected daily energy expenditure to predict whether a user is falling short, right on track, or beating their target for his or her daily calorie burn. This intelligent feedback engine also provides personalized comments so a user can reach their fitness goals if they are falling behind.

The BodyMedia FIT CORE Armband is now available online at http://www.bodymedia.com and select retailers.  It retails for $179.99 and includes a FREE trial period subscription to the Activity Manager (various options available).

For more information on BodyMedia, please contact Caryn Schoenbeck or Lauren Berg of Skirt PR at 773.661.7000 or cschoenbeck@skirtpr.com / lberg@skirtpr.com

About BodyMedia, Inc.

When your body talks, BodyMedia listens. BodyMedia has been unlocking and deciphering secrets of the body since 1999. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, BodyMedia is the pioneer in developing and marketing wearable body monitors.  Since our inception, we have given people the power of decoding their body's secrets and the ability to leverage that information to make sweeping changes to their own health and wellness.

What separates BodyMedia from other all-day body monitors is our commitment to deliver the highest level of accuracy outside of a lab and our unflinching resolve to clinically prove that our products deliver the benefits that we say they do.  In fact, our system is registered with the FDA as a Class II medical device.  The BodyMedia system has been proven to enhance users' weight loss by 3X*.  Future applications will address a broad range of therapeutic conditions and special populations.  For more information, visit http://www.bodymedia.com.

*Data on file.

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

FilesAnywhere Implements Zendesk Cloud-Based Help Desk

Web-based Support Center Helps Leading Remote File Storage Company to Deliver Superior Customer Service

DALLAS and SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- FilesAnywhere, one of the world's leading providers of remote file storage, and Zendesk, the proven cloud-based help desk software provider, today announced the launch of the FilesAnywhere Support Center. Powered by Zendesk, the new web-based support ticket application and self-service customer support platform is located at filesanywhere.zendesk.com

Through the center, FilesAnywhere customers can get answers to their specific questions directly from the company's support team.  They also can stay up-to-date with announcements from FilesAnywhere through the knowledge base where they can get a wealth of information ranging from how to get started with the product to details on specific feature functionality to information on billing questions.

"As FilesAnywhere continued to grow, we were finding we needed a fast, simple, yet sophisticated help desk solution to ensure that we are delivering superior customer support," said Adam Blue, Social Media Manager at FilesAnywhere, "In addition, we needed a solution that we could easily customize to reflect the FilesAnywhere brand. We tested several help desk products and found that Zendesk was the perfect solution for us."

"It is great to see how quickly FilesAnywhere was up and running," said Kate Hobbie, Zendesk's Director of Customer Support. "Having more than 10,000 customers ourselves, our own support team understands the importance having a quick, easy way to boost agent productivity, enable collaboration, and improve responsiveness."

About FilesAnywhere

Since 1999, FilesAnywhere has provided simple, mobile access to files, cloud backup, storage, collaboration, virtual data rooms, and branded file portals for both consumers and businesses. FilesAnywhere is a trademark of Officeware Corporation. Headquartered in Bedford, Texas, Officeware Corporation is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Immediatek, Inc. (IMKI)
Support and information: 855-SYNC-NOW (972-893-3301).

About Zendesk

Zendesk is the leading provider of proven, cloud-based help desk software. For growing organizations, Zendesk is the fastest way to enable great customer service. More than 10,000 Zendesk customers, including Adobe, MSNBC, Sony, OpenTable and Groupon, trust Zendesk with their most valuable assets: their customers, partners, and employees. Founded in 2007, Zendesk is funded by Charles River Ventures, Benchmark Capital and Matrix Partners. Learn more at http://www.zendesk.com.

SOURCE  Zendesk

Zendesk

CONTACT: Megan Parker of SS|PR, +1-847-415-9326, mparker@sspr.com, for Zendesk

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

Nefsis Web-Based Video Conferencing Cloud Eliminates the Cost and Complexity of Integrating Desktop Gateway and Collaboration Servers

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Online services innovator Nefsis® announced today that its video conferencing cloud for business "virtualizes" multipoint video control units (MCUs), desktop gateways, and collaboration servers - effectively eliminating these traditionally premise-based hardware components, their upfront costs, and on-going management complexity. This is in stark contrast to pre-Internet video conferencing architectures that still require several components, a major undertaking, and third-party involvement simply to integrate multipoint video and collaboration. Today, all that is required is a plug-and-play webcam or HD peripheral and an all-in-one, software-as-a-service subscription to cloud-based Nefsis.

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The scope of business video conferencing applications has grown to include multipurpose conference rooms, desktops, and live collaboration among internal employees and external conference participants. To support this scope, the premise-based approach requires MCUs, collaboration servers, desktop gateway servers, and network changes to support access to each piece of equipment. The cloud computing approach virtualizes all these components across a distributed cloud, and provides IT staff with a simple, scalable online service.

"While pre-Internet architectures continue to evolve, they still have too many components and third-party requirements to get working. You can write a big check to make that cost and complexity go away, or take a look at cloud-based architectures that provide the same capabilities at the click of a button," said Tom Toperczer, Nefsis Vice President of Marketing.

In addition to eliminating cost and complexity, the Nefsis cloud-based approach uses dynamic scalable video to deliver a high-quality experience over almost any existing network connection. This further lowers the bar to where branch offices, small businesses, and even home office ventures can use video conferencing for customer and employee online meetings anywhere, worldwide.

"Now any-sized business can enjoy secure, high-quality video conferencing without long lists of equipment and involving several third parties. A single, easy online service does the job," added Toperczer.

The Company's flagship product, Nefsis Professional, supports unlimited multipoint HD video conferencing with advanced collaboration and live sharing tools. A free trial is available now at Nefsis.com.

About Nefsis

Headquartered in San Diego, California, Nefsis is a technology specialist in video conferencing software and cloud computing online services. The Company's global cloud provides multipoint HD video and advanced collaboration tools to business, government and educational customers in more than 45 countries worldwide. As compared to previous generations of infrastructure hardware solutions such as video routers, MCUs and gateways, the Nefsis cloud-based offering is less expensive, automatically maintained, and easier to expand.

For more information, please visit the Nefsis website or call +1 (858) 715-0970 in the Americas or +44 (0) 870 224 0415 in the UK and Europe.

MEDIA CONTACT
Xenia Moore
Public Relations Manager
Phone: (858) 715-0970
xmoore@nefsis.com

SOURCE  Nefsis

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

Raritan Introduces Smart Data Center Rack Controller for Environment, Security, Energy, and Electronic Asset Management

SOMERSET, N.J., Sept. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Raritan today announced the Smart Rack Controller (EMX) that provides, in one place, key information on data center operations collected from many types of sensors -- including temperature, humidity, airflow, air pressure, smoke, water, and contact closure -- from cameras, and from Raritan's just-introduced intelligent, electronic asset tracking solution.

At a glance, operators can see if their data center is working at optimal temperature, monitor humidity and airflow in racks, locate a server's exact location, and see live views of the data center.  They can detect when a cabinet door is opened, see who has entered the data center, and be alerted if there is a problem -- such as smoke or a security breach.

Raritan's new Smart Rack Controller is an IP-based appliance that serves as a central connection point for all of Raritan's environmental sensors and USB-based devices for data centers.  Sensor readings can be viewed easily on the EMX LCD display, as well as with a remote Web browser.  Sensor and asset information gathered by the EMX also can be passed on to Raritan's Data Center Infrastructure Management software solutions -- dcTrack® for Asset, Change, and Capacity management and  Power IQ® for energy management and data center monitoring -- or existing third-party data center management tools.

"Raritan has been adding intelligence to the data center rack, starting several years ago with our intelligent PDUs for measuring energy usage at the individual IT device level; and more recently with our smart asset tracking solution," said Herman Chan, Director of Raritan's Energy Management Business.  "We believe that smart racks are the best way to get accurate, real-time information on infrastructure performance, so that customers can develop more efficient ways to manage their data centers and reduce costs.  With today's introduction of the EMX smart rack solution, we are providing the brain for pulling together the intelligence gathered by remote sensors for a more accurate and clearer picture on what is happening in and around IT equipment racks.  Working in conjunction with our dcTrack and Power IQ software solutions, customers can analyze and track sensor data across all data center racks globally."

According to Bob Hancock, President of Instor Solutions, Inc., who has worked with a number of Fortune 500 companies in deploying Raritan's intelligent infrastructure management solutions, "Customers choose Raritan solutions because they solve many of the top issues that today's data centers face, including controlling energy costs, maximizing rack capacity, asset management, improving operations uptime, and understanding carbon footprints.  Raritan's approach is simple -- provide easy-to-use smart tools to help data centers better understand what is happening in the rack -- and around the rack -- at any point in time, and to take action."

EMX Availability and Pricing

The EMX is available worldwide starting today in two models -- EMX2-111 and the EMX2-888 that support up to 16 sensors and up to 128 sensors respectively.  The manufacturer's suggested retail price starts at $375 (U.S.) for EMX2-111.

The EMX provides up to eight each of: RJ-12 1-Wire® sensors, RJ-45 RS-485 serial and RJ-45 asset sensor ports in a 1U form factor.  It has DB-9 modem/console, Ethernet, and USB-A and USB-B ports.  The EMX USB port can be used to connect a number of USB devices, such as Wi-Fi networking or a webcam to remotely view real-time images or video inside the data center.

In addition to supporting Raritan sensors, the EMX supports Raritan's new Smart Asset Management Tag/Sensor solution.  The first-of-its-kind solution tells operators exactly where a server is located in the data center and every move and change -- using ID chips and scannable ID barcodes.  The solution's sensor LED lights provide visual guidance among the racks to supports IT workers with equipment adds, moves, changes, reconfigurations and repairs.  A red blinking light, for example, can indicate a server maintenance request.

For more information on the EMX solution and Raritan's sensor portfolio, visit http://www.Raritan.com/rack-monitoring.

About Raritan

Raritan is a proven innovator of power management, infrastructure management, KVM and serial solutions for data centers of all sizes.  In more than 50,000 locations worldwide, Raritan's award-winning hardware and software solutions -- including intelligent rack PDUs; energy management software; DCIM software solutions to effectively manage data center capacity, assets and change;  and KVM-over-IP and Serial-over-IP access products -- provide IT and facility directors, managers and administrators with the control they need to increase power management efficiency, improve data center productivity and enhance branch office operations.  Based in Somerset, N.J., Raritan has offices worldwide serving customers in 76 countries.  Visit us at Raritan.com  or follow us on the Raritan blog.  Raritan is an active member of the Green Grid, Climate Savers Computing Initiative, and the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design associations.  The company was recognized by the EPA for its contribution to the agency's data center initiative.

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SOURCE  Raritan

Raritan

CONTACT: Media, +1-978-526-1601, Raritan@theHarborGroup.com

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

Logic PD and Timesys Announce LinuxLink Support for DM3730 SOM-LV and Torpedo System on Modules

Integration and ease-of-use further speed Linux open source software development

MINNEAPOLIS and PITTSBURGH, Sept. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Logic PD and Timesys Corporation today announced that Timesys' embedded Linux software development framework, LinuxLink, now supports Logic PD's DM3730 SOM-LV and Torpedo System on Modules (SOM). The integration and ease-of-use provided by the combined LinuxLink and DM37x products further speed product development, especially for customers who are new to building a custom embedded Linux product based on open source.

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Logic PD's ultra-compact SOMs offer the highest performance and lowest power consumption in the market. The DM3730 SOM-LV and Torpedo SOM fast forward product development enabling companies to further condense hardware space requirements while increasing overall system performance.

With a LinuxLink subscription, DM3730 SOM-LV and Torpedo SOM customers can:

    --  quickly and easily assemble and boot an initial embedded Linux image on
        the DM3730 SOM-LV and Torpedo SOM;
    --  patch, configure, rebuild and update on their desktop with a properly
        installed and configured application development environment;
    --  debug, profile and tune with common open source development tools,
        including required kernel patches and development libraries/utilities;
    --  obtain help on common development tasks with technical assistance and a
        rich library of Timesys-authored "How To" documentation.

"Timesys continues to support new and emerging silicon, as demonstrated by our addition of this latest LinuxLink offering for DM37x," said Maciej Halalsz, director of product management, Timesys. "In fact, Timesys has chosen Logic PD SOMs and development kits as the development kit of choice to teach and train on TI silicon."

In addition to support for the DM3730 SOM-LV and Torpedo SOM, Timesys' LinuxLink offering is available for other popular Logic PD platforms. To view the list of platforms supported, visit http://www.timesys.com/supported/boards/logic.

"Timesys is a valuable asset to many of our customers," said Mark Benson, director of software strategy, Logic PD. "We're pleased with how Timesys consistently helps our customers manage the complexity of setting up their Linux software development environment, manage package dependencies, builds and deployment so they can focus on their core domain-specific competency. We continue to garner several customer-centric benefits from this partnership."

Logic PD and Timesys will conduct a webinar on Tuesday, October 11 at 3 p.m. EDT to provide an overview of the DM3730 SOM-LV and Torpedo SOM and address customer questions. To register for this webinar, visit http://www.timesys.com/webinar/logicpd-dm3730.

For more information about Logic PD's DM 3730 SOM-LV and Torpedo SOMs, see: http://www.logicpd.com/news/press-releases/logic-pd-unveils-industrys-smallest-embedded-modules.

Pricing and Availability

LinuxLink subscriptions start at $5495/year with unlimited support included. Users can start developing prototypes using LinuxLink for DM3730 by registering for a free LinuxLink account at http://www.timesys.com/register.

About Logic PD

Logic PD offers innovative product solutions for all phases of a product's lifecycle, from product design, development, and engineering to manufacturing services. Logic PD is a leading developer and a global supplier of System on Modules (SOMs) and development kits. Offering unparalleled partnerships with access to key technologies, Logic PD enables customers to control costs, reduce risks, and deliver products to market sooner. For more information, visit http://www.logicpd.com.

About Timesys

Timesys is the provider of LinuxLink, a high-productivity software development framework that dramatically simplifies and speeds up embedded Linux application development. The LinuxLink framework includes the Linux kernel, cross-toolchain, application development IDE, an award winning build system called Factory, a vast library of middleware packages, software stacks and libraries, documentation and expert technical support. LinuxLink enables development teams to consistently build and maintain a custom, open source embedded Linux platform through regularly updated Linux sources, proven middleware packages, and a scriptable GNU-based build environment. LinuxLink reduces the time, resources, risk and cost associated with building a product based on open source Linux. For more information, visit http://www.timesys.com.

Editors' NotesTimesys is a registered trademark of Timesys Corporation.Linux is a registered trademark of Linus Torvalds in the United States and other countries.All other company and product names mentioned are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

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CONTACT: Logic PD, Michelle Baum, Chase Communications, +1-303-284-8440, michelle@chasecomm.net, or Timesys, Theresa Kisha, +1-412-325-6362, theresa.kisha@timesys.com

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

Chinos Are the Anchor of a Man's Wardrobe

Lands' End Canvas(TM) Offers New Chinos & Partners with Dappered.com

DODGEVILLE, Wis., Sept. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- As the seasons start to change, so does a man's wardrobe needs.  The days of seersucker shorts and tees are gone - ready to be replaced with chinos, oxfords and sweaters.  To anchor a man's fall wardrobe, Lands' End Canvas has reintroduced its chinos, a classic staple, in new colors, fits, and styles. 

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"Chinos are the constant companion in every man's wardrobe," said Nir Patel, vice president of Lands' End Canvas. "We know men are wearing them seven days a week - from the office to the backyard and beyond.  That's why this season we are offering men a selection of chino styles to complement every part of his life in colors that go beyond khaki to expedition green, steel gray and plum grape."

Chinos Reissued

A wardrobe staple for decades, this year Lands' End Canvas is offering men three chino options - Heritage, Vintage and Refined.  Patel calls the Heritage an "everyday," go-to chino; the Vintage a more "laid-back" chino; and the Refined a "date-night" chino.  All three are offered in a straight leg and slim fit, as well as a variety of colors, so men have plenty of wardrobe options.

Patel says gone are the days of big, baggy cargo chinos with large pockets.  The new, sleek Slim-Fit Cargo Pants will give men a tailored look without feeling or looking too tight.  Whether worn with a polo or an oxford, Patel says the Slim-Fit Cargo Pants will be a new instant favorite that every man will want to wear.

Join the Club

In addition to the go-to chinos, Patel says the fall season is about layering.  The trick to layering is to make sure pieces fit together well to avoid a bulky look.  One of the best items to start with is the Lands' End Canvas Classic Oxford Shirt.  New this year is a stylish Club Collar Oxford, which gives a vintage "Ivy League" look to any outfit.  Worn under a V-neck sweater with or without a tie, the Club Collar Oxford is available in solid colors, as well as chambray.

Adding a tie to an outfit doesn't have to come off as "overdressed."  Patel says ties have actually become a style staple.  Wool ties with a squared-off bottom worn loosely will add a punch to any casual shirt worn with denim or chinos.  The Lands' End Canvas Argyle Tie is a great way to bring a touch of classic pattern to an everyday oxford shirt. 

Win a $500 Lands' End Canvas Wardrobe

Lands' End Canvas is partnering with the popular men's style website Dappered.com to give guys the ultimate chance to win a complete fall wardrobe.  Starting today, Dappered.com will host its men's fall fashion contest and give away a $500 Lands' End Canvas prize package.

"Fall is the best season for men's style, and Lands' End Canvas is a terrific place to get what you need to look great in the changing weather," says Dappered editor and director Joe Weber.  "To prove it, we put together an entire fall outfit from Lands' End Canvas for under $500.  We weren't limited to just clothes either.  Even after adding a great new pair of boots and a waxed canvas weekend bag, we were still able to get under our $500 limit."

Simply enter the contest by leaving a comment below the fall outfit combination put together by Dappered.  The contest closes at 11:59 p.m. EDT on Thursday, September 29, 2011.   

About Lands' End Canvas

Authentic inspiration, modern interpretation: clothing and accessories with an effortless sense of style for women and men.  True to its Lands' End roots, everything is Guaranteed. Period.®  Available at landsendcanvas.com, 1-877-877-1963, and the Lands' End Canvas Shops at Sears.

    URL:      http://www.landsendcanvas.com
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CONTACT: Adam Sodersten, Lands' End, +1-608-935-6395, adam.sodersten@landsend.com

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

Quick 121 Sales Announces Updated Free Web Presentation Software

New features provide instant peer-to-peer web presentations for B2B sales professionals.

CASTLE ROCK, Colo., Sept. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Quick 121 Sales announces the release of the 121 Presenter v 3.  The 121 Presenter, developed as a tool for delivering impromptu web presentations for B2B sales, is now able to communicate through Opera Unite. Opera Unite is a technology platform from Opera Software(TM) that allows direct computer to computer collaboration across the web.

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"By tapping into the power of Opera Unite, 121 Presenter users can start delivering instant presentations within minutes after downloading our free software," said Mark Alan Hill, Quick 121 Sales owner.  Hill continued, "The number one request from users was to make the program easier to use, and this feature certainly accomplishes that goal."

In addition to the new peer-to-peer features, Quick 121 Sales also offers users free access to its online web portal.  "It was important to provide a portal for users that don't have a web presence," said Hill, "it's the key to launching live presentations in seconds."

The 121 Presenter is freely available by download from Quick 121 Sales

About:

Quick 121 Sales, founded in 2010, provides sales training to B2B sales professionals along with free presentation software used for delivering live, web based sales presentations.

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CONTACT: Mark Alan Hill of Quick 121 Sales, +1-303-562-6276, mark@quick121.com

Web Site: http://quick121.com

DealExtreme.com Obtains McAfee SECURE(TM) Trustmark

HONG KONG, Sept, 27, 2011 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- DealExtreme (http://www.DealExtreme.com), the leading online electronics retailer, announced today that it has recently received the McAfee SECURE(TM) trustmark (http://www.mcafeesecure.com) from McAfee, the world's largest dedicated security technology company.

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DealExtreme is now certified with the McAfee SECURE trustmark. With the new certification, consumers visiting DealExtreme can now be even more assured that they are submitting their information to a website that takes internet security seriously and has taken measures to ensure that consumers' personal data is handled with care.

Concerned about buying online? Consumers should look for the McAfee SECURE trustmark with today's date on the DealExtreme website. When they see the McAfee SECURE trustmark, customers can be more confident while shopping and making purchases, knowing that the website has passed daily security checks to help protect their identity from being stolen.

"The McAfee SECURE service helps our customers understand that we take their security seriously and DealExtreme is a safe place to do business," explains Danny Qiu, head of marketing at DealExtreme. He continues, "The McAfee SECURE trustmark increases the level of confidence our customers have that their transactions will be safe."

The McAfee SECURE trustmark on the DealExtreme website ensures that the company is rigorously scanned and tested daily for vulnerabilities that pose a threat to sensitive customer information. With the McAfee SECURE trustmark, DealExtreme customers can shop now with even more confidence.

About DealExtreme

DealExtreme is a leading cross-border e-commerce platform with wide selection of gadgets, consumer electronics, flashlights, toys, accessories for iPhone & iPad, cell-phones, GPS devices, digital cameras and camcorders, life style gadgets, video game accessories and DIY parts. DealExtreme has millions of registered customers in almost every corner of the world and offers free shipping worldwide on their tens of thousands of items. For more information, please visit: http://www.dealextreme.com.

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CONTACT: Serena Peng, +86-755-3301-9299 x8060, or serena@mail.dealextreme.com

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

The Advisory Board Company Launches New Website, Unveils New Logo

Changes reflect the firm's expansion into technology, consulting, and management services

WASHINGTON, Sept. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The Advisory Board Company has launched a new website and unveiled a new logo, reflecting both the evolution of the firm's business and the transformative changes occurring in the health care industry.

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While research remains an integral part of the firm's work, The Advisory Board Company has in recent years expanded its focus to offer best-in-class technology applications and operational support for the health care industry.  These new capabilities allow the firm to deliver deeper and more comprehensive value to members of its programs.

As such, the firm designed the new http://www.advisory.com website to be its members' first stop for insight into--and solutions to--their most critical issues.  Site improvements include a state-of-the-art search engine powered by thousands of indexed terms, as well as topic-based navigation that provides an instant view of relevant research, tools, videos, and news.  The result is a single, efficient access point for research, data and analytics, and implementation support. For a walkthrough of the new website, visit the welcome page.

"We rebuilt http://www.advisory.com from the ground up after soliciting extensive member feedback," said Robert Musslewhite, Chief Executive Officer, The Advisory Board Company.  "The new website has garnered rave reviews from early users, and we are excited about its enhanced impact for the membership."

The firm's new logo--a stylized "A" based on one of the visionary inventions coming out of Thomas Jefferson's Monticello--symbolizes The Advisory Board Company's commitment to thought leadership and innovation and reflects the firm's evolution to respond to its members' changing needs.  Visit the firm's website to see the full story behind the company's new logo and its connection to the previous Jefferson-inspired mark.

"With our new website and logo, we renew our commitment to our values and to serving our members with the same 'Spirit of Generosity' we always have," said Scott Schirmeier, Executive Vice President, The Advisory Board Company. "These principles will never change."

About The Advisory Board Company

The Advisory Board Company is a global research, consulting, and technology firm partnering with 125,000 leaders in 3,200 organizations across health care and higher education.  Through our innovative membership model, we collaborate with executives and their teams to elevate performance and solve their most pressing challenges.  We provide strategic guidance, actionable insights, web-based software solutions, and comprehensive implementation and management services. For more information, visit http://www.advisory.com.

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CONTACT: Pete Simpkinson, The Advisory Board Company, +1-202-266-6645, simpkinp@advisory.com

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

ZigBee Alliance Completes ZigBee Building Automation Standard

Industry's only BACnet approved wireless mesh standard for commercial buildings

SAN RAMON, Calif., Sept. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The ZigBee® Alliance, a global ecosystem of companies creating wireless solutions for use in energy management, commercial and consumer applications, today announced it has completed development and ratified the ZigBee Building Automation(TM) standard.

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ZigBee Building Automation is the global standard for interoperable products enabling the secure and reliable monitoring and control of commercial building systems. It is the only BACnet® approved wireless mesh network standard for commercial buildings. Products using ZigBee Building Automation give building owners and operators control of more building types, previously unreachable rooms or sensitive areas, thanks to its low-power wireless operation. Existing wired BACnet building automation systems can now be expanded with greater ease and reduced operational cost. The standard was developed by numerous Alliance members, with major assistance coming from Convergence Wireless, Johnson Controls, Schneider Electric, Siemens, Ingersoll-Rand and Ubilogix.   

"ZigBee Building Automation delivers much sought after integration with BACnet building automation systems," said Andy McMillan, BACnet International President and General Manager Philips Teletrol. "We selected ZigBee Building Automation because its low-power mesh networks will meet the needs of just about any type of building."

With ZigBee Building Automation, building owners, operators and tenants can create more efficient buildings and benefit from increased energy savings. They can also ensure the lowest lifecycle costs with this green and easy-to-install robust wireless network. ZigBee Building Automation wireless products can contribute toward satisfying credits in the Sustainable Sites, Energy and Atmosphere and Indoor Environmental Quality categories of the U.S. Green Building Council's LEED® green building certification program.

"With ZigBee Building Automation, it is now possible to eliminate the web of wires required to monitor and manage a building and maintain all the benefits of BACnet," said Bob Heile, chairman of the ZigBee Alliance. "ZigBee Building Automation provides product manufacturers with a proven standard to expand their product line and help their customers adapt for the future.  Only a ZigBee Building Automation network makes it easier, faster and cheaper for a space to be reconfigured to meet a new tenant need."

The Alliance expects members to create ZigBee Building Automation products that will become ZigBee Certified. To see a full list of features and benefits offered by ZigBee Building Automation, visit: http://www.ZigBee.org/BuildingAutomation.   

ZigBee Certified

The ZigBee Certified program tests the functionality and interoperability of products using ZigBee standards and specifications to ensure they meet stringent quality standards. More than 340 products have successfully passed this rigorous program. The certification of products is a critical part of the ZigBee Alliance's standards development and is required before any standard is released for product development. The ZigBee Certified program allows manufacturers to deliver a variety of innovative products to customers of all types who can benefit from the simplicity of ZigBee control. To learn more, visit: http://zigbee.org/Products/ZigBeeCertifiedProgram.aspx.

ZigBee: Control your world

ZigBee offers green and global wireless standards connecting the widest range of devices to work together intelligently and help you control your world. The ZigBee Alliance is an open, non- profit association of approximately 400 members driving development of innovative, reliable and easy-to-use ZigBee standards. The Alliance promotes worldwide adoption of ZigBee as the leading wirelessly networked, sensing and control standard for use in consumer, commercial and industrial areas. For more information, visit: http://www.ZigBee.org.

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CONTACT: Kevin Schader, ZigBee Alliance, kschader@inventures.com, +1-925-275-6672; or Rachel Smith, GolinHarris for ZigBee Alliance, rsmith@golinharris.com, +1-714-918-8208

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