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ViXS Releases Xtensiv 2.0 Software Suite Enable Leading Edge Multimedia Solutions

ViXS(®) Xtensiv(TM) 2.0 Delivers Application Software for their latest XCode(TM) and XConnex(TM) SoCs 

TORONTO, Sept. 11, 2011 /PRNewswire/ - ViXS Systems Inc., the leader in highly
innovative and advanced networked multimedia solutions, announced today
the availability of its new Xtensiv 2.0 software for Set Top Box (STB),
PC and Consumer Electronics (CE) manufacturers. ViXS Xtensiv 2.0 is a
highly differentiating suite of software tools and applications
designed to accelerate software development.

Xtensiv 2.0 adds new applications such as Android, HTTP Live Streaming
and DLNA 2.0. All software available in the Xtensiv suite has been
developed by ViXS. With an expanding list of software packages to
support numerous XCode features, ViXS' Xtensiv 2.0 allows customers to
quickly introduce leading edge multimedia solutions to the market at
competitive price points.

"The ViXS Xtensiv 2.0 software further extends ViXS' leadership into
multimedia and IPTV space. The addition of Android, DLNA 2.0 and HTTP
Live enable unsurpassed leading edge multimedia products" said Sally
Daub, president and CEO of ViXS. "The features now available in the
Xtensiv 2.0 software platform provide a new level of system solution
capability and allow customers to truly differentiate their products."

ViXS Xtensiv 2.0 builds upon the original release to include new
features and updates:     

        --  DLNA Version 2.0 for Digital Media Server (DMS), Renderer (DMR)
            and Player (DMP)     
        --  Android version 2.3         
        --  Flash 10.1     
        --  HTTP Live Streaming (HLS)     
        --  XConnex MoCA Software     
        --  HTML5     
        --  UPnP 3.0     
        --  Digital Rights Management schemes including DTCP-IP Version 1.2
               
        --  Complete PVR Stack with Record, Timed Recording, Time-shifting,
            Trick modes     
        --  DVD & Blu-Ray(TM) Disc authoring including         
      o Support for BD-RE and BD-R Version         
      o Support and content authoring for the HD digital camera standard
        AVCHD         
      o Support DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RE, DVD-RAM, DVD-VR     
        --  Linux WebKit Browser   
        --  Linux Web Server including HTTP 1.0 and HTTP 1.1     
        --  ViXS Media Player         
      o Audio and Video Playback         
      o Support for MPEG2 and MPEG4 AVC         
      o Support for multiple audio formats

We will be showcasing DLNA 2.0, Android, Flash 10.1, HTTP Live, ViXS
Media Player and XConnex MoCA software based demonstrations at IBC
2011.

Please contact our sales department at sales@vixs.com for samples, pricing and further information.

About ViXS Systems Inc.

ViXS is a multimedia solutions innovator providing technologies for
processing, managing, securing and distributing high quality video and
audio allowing seamless control, conversion, and connectivity between
many classes and sizes of digital entertainment devices.

ViXS supplies advanced System-on-Chip semiconductors, software solutions
and hardware reference designs for the world's top manufacturers of
Digital TVs, DVDs, Set-top boxes, Personal Video Recorders, PCs,
Network-Attached Storage devices, Residential/Home Gateways, Blu-ray
players/recorders, as well as Broadcast and Professional Equipment
OEMs.

ViXS is headquartered in Toronto, Canada with global operations and
offices in Europe, Asia and North America. ViXS has filed more than 275
patents worldwide with over 85 patents being issued to date. Listed for
four years running as one of Deloitte's fastest growing North American
companies, ViXS is setting new standards in the way digital
entertainment is viewed and transmitted across an endless array of
multimedia products.

The ViXS logo, XCode, Xtensiv and XConnex are trademarks and/or
registered trademarks of ViXS.

For more information on ViXS, please visit our website: www.vixs.com.

SOURCE  ViXS Systems Inc.

ViXS Systems Inc.

CONTACT:  David Jones, Tel: (416) 646-2000, E-mail: djones@vixs.com

Shopbop.com is the Exclusive Retailer of the Limited Edition Vogue China Fashion's Night Out T-Shirt

SHANGHAI, Sept. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Shopbop, the leading women's online fashion boutique worldwide, announces its support of Vogue China's Fashion's Night Out.

Shopbop will be the exclusive retailer of 500 limited edition T-shirts created for Fashion's Night Out, signed by actress and singer Fan Bingbing.

The Shopbop Vogue China/FNO T-shirt was revealed and available for sale starting September 1st solely on http://www.shopbop.com/FNO-Shanghai. The exclusive T-shirt will be highlighted and styled along with key pieces from the Shopbop fall season for a special editorial shoot in the October issue of Vogue China.

Vogue China will donate proceeds it receives from the sales of the Vogue China FNO T-shirt to the China Environmental Protection Foundation supporting the Chinese New Talents of Fashion and Arts.

About Shopbop

Shopbop.com is the leading women's fashion online boutique worldwide and the premier online shopping destination for luxury and contemporary fashion. Working with over 500 American and international brands, Shopbop.com offers women globally, a selective and nuanced fashion forward assortment of ready to wear and accessories from emerging and internationally established collections.

For more information please contact:
Coline Choay
+1-212-274-2057
Coline.Choay@ShopBop.com
http://www.shopbop.com

SOURCE  Shopbop.com

Shopbop.com

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

ViXS Systems Announces XCode 4210 Set-top Box Security Certification with Conax

ViXS' XCode(®)4210 set-top box processor provide latest Conax security support to
offer high level of security for content distribution

TORONTO, Sept. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire/ - ViXS Systems Inc., a leading provider of
smart network multimedia processors, announced today that Conax has
certified XCode(®) 4210 for the set-top box market. The XCode 4210 set-top box processor
from ViXS integrates an advanced security architecture and content
protection including the latest technology from Conax, a global leader
in security solutions for content delivery and broadcasting.

The XCode 4210 multimedia processor system-on-chip (SOC), already
introduced in the market and in production now with customers, uniquely
combines state-of-the-art set-top box technology with ViXS' patented
encoding and transcoding technology providing the ability of content
mobility in addition to high performance advanced set-top box
functionalities.

Key features of the XCode 4210:

        --  Dual HD (High definition) decoding
        --  Integrated dual HD to HD transcoding
        --  Single HD encoding
        --  Encodes, decodes and transcodes HD video up to 1080p60/50
        --  High performance CPU architecture with 2800 DMIPS available for
            Application Hosting
        --  Advanced 3D graphics engine
        --  Dedicated network processor for high throughput
        --  Support of full resolution 3D TV
        --  Support for Over-The-Top (OTT) video services and content
        --  DLNA® version 2.0
        --  ViXS Android(TM) Software Development Kit (SDK)
        --  Integration of a wide range of peripherals, including: PCI
            Express, USB, Serial ATA, Gigabit Ethernet, and DDR3

"Conax actively supports all advancements that can combine enhanced
services and proper security", says Tore Gimse, CTO, Conax. "We are
pleased that ViXS has released its XCode( )4210 set-top box processor and completed the Conax certification program."

"ViXS offers the best-in-class set-top box processor integrating
transcoding on the market today," said Sally Daub, President and CEO of
ViXS Systems. "The support of the latest security technology from Conax
will greatly complement our set-top box solution and will enable our
customers to secure the delivery of premium content in a very effective
way."

About ViXS Systems Inc.

ViXS is a multimedia solutions innovator providing technologies for
processing, managing, securing and distributing high quality video and
audio allowing seamless control, conversion, and connectivity between
many classes and sizes of digital entertainment devices.

ViXS supplies advanced System-on-Chip semiconductors, software solutions
and hardware reference designs for the world's top manufacturers of
Digital TVs, DVDs, Set-top boxes, Personal Video Recorders, PCs,
Network-Attached Storage devices, Residential/Home Gateways, Blu-ray
players/recorders, as well as Broadcast and Professional Equipment
OEMs.

ViXS is headquartered in Toronto, Canada with global operations and
offices in Europe, Asia and North America. ViXS has filed more than 275
patents worldwide with over 85 patents being issued to date. Listed for
four years running as one of Deloitte's fastest growing North American
companies, ViXS is setting new standards in the way digital
entertainment is viewed and transmitted across an endless array of
multimedia products.

The ViXS logo and XCode are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of
ViXS.

For more information on ViXS, please visit our website: www.vixs.com.

SOURCE  ViXS Systems Inc.

ViXS Systems Inc.

CONTACT:  David Jones, Tel: (416) 646-2000, E-mail: djones@vixs.com

SpiritClips Honors 9/11 First-Responder Survivors of FDNY Ladder Company 6 with Free Film Showing

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- As the world commemorates the 10-year anniversary of the September 11th, 2001 terrorist attack on the World Trade Center, SpiritClips.com spotlights a miraculous story of survival and inspiration. Audiences are invited to a free online viewing of the SpiritClips Original Film LADDER 6, and are encouraged to share the short film with others as a powerful reminder of faith, hope and humanity during adversity.

LADDER 6 depicts the true story of a group of FDNY firefighters from Ladder Company 6, who miraculously survived the World Trade Center collapse because they stopped to help Josephine Harris, an elderly woman who was trapped on a staircase in the North Tower. A blend of animation, booming sound and documentary narrative, LADDER 6 is an impactful film engaging adult audiences, yet still appropriate to share with young children in teaching them about the 9/11 tragedies and survivors.

"Amidst the most tragic of occurrences, one can still find hope and heroism. We are proud to release LADDER 6, a SpiritClips Original film honoring the men of Ladder Company 6 and Josephine Harris," stated Rob Fried, CEO of SpiritClips and producer of uplifting films such as Rudy and Hoosiers. To share this inspirational message, SpiritClips, a subscription-based online entertainment network, has made LADDER 6 available for free viewing and sharing online at their website: http://spiritclips.com/films/laddersix

LADDER 6 (2011, SpiritClips) was written and directed by Chris Commons, and Produced by Rob Fried and Tyrrell Shaffner. Animation by Mika Tanisaki.

ABOUT SPIRITCLIPS.COM

SpiritClips is home to the web's most inspiring movies, shorts and speeches...

SpiritClips Originals are Academy Award-caliber short films and video e-cards designed to warm your soul and lift your spirit. Produced in a variety of formats: live action, documentary, and animation, our original short films are created with the same craftsmanship and commitment to quality as a theatrical-release film.

In addition, SpiritClips offers 100s of movies from the world's greatest inspirational content producers such as Hallmark Hall of Fame, the most respected name in inspiring, entertaining film for television, Bud Greenspan, the most admired Olympic documentarian, and other thoughtfully selected indie films.

SpiritClips was founded by Rob Fried, the Academy Award-winning producer of the motion picture Rudy. SpiritClips is based in Los Angeles, CA, and is staffed by a passionate team of filmmakers and digital media professionals.

CONTACT: Craig Ginsberg, craig@spiritclips.com

SOURCE  SpiritClips.com

SpiritClips.com

Small Business Innovation Research, Technology Infrastructure Can Help Create Jobs

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- To help encourage job growth, Congress should reauthorize the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program and invest in America's technology infrastructure.

During his speech to Congress last night, President Barack Obama specifically cited small businesses as a key to job creation.  "Everyone here knows that small businesses are where most new jobs begin," Obama said. "And you know that while corporate profits have come roaring back, smaller companies haven't." 

One simple way that Congress can immediately help small technology companies is by passing a long-term SBIR reauthorization.

SBIR is a competitive, federally funded program that helps small companies conduct research into new technology. But because Congress has failed to pass a long-term SBIR reauthorization, companies cannot be sure of the program's reliability.

"High-tech entrepreneurs are job creators, and our country should do everything we can to support them," IEEE-USA President Ron Jensen said. "Congress' failure to reauthorize the program for more than a year at a time has created uncertainty among small technology companies, and uncertainty breeds hesitation, which breeds stagnation. Congress could end this uncertainty by passing a long-term reauthorization of the program."

Obama also highlighted the important role that infrastructure investments play in the economic health of our country. But Congress should recognize that infrastructure in the 21st century must include a robust and intelligent electrical grid. The recent blackout in parts of Southern California, Arizona and Mexico demonstrates that our grid needs to be strengthened. Emerging technologies offer innovative ways to increase the reliability and efficiency of the system. 

"A reliable, efficient and affordable electric grid and IT infrastructure can power job growth across our country," Jensen said. "Investing in our nation's electrical infrastructure not only creates jobs today but also lays the foundation for a strong economy tomorrow."

IEEE-USA advances the public good and promotes the careers and public policy interests of 210,000 engineering, computing and technology professionals who are U.S. members of IEEE. http://www.ieeeusa.org

SOURCE  IEEE-USA

IEEE-USA

CONTACT: Chris McManes, IEEE-USA Public Relations Manager, +1-202-530-8356, c.mcmanes@ieee.org

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

RB Associates' Online Budgeting Tool Unveiled to California's Schools

Students Learn Budgeting and Fiscal Discipline Using Innovative Online Tool

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, RB Associates launched StayingAhead.org, a new online budgeting tool developed by students for students.

California's Schools will be the first in the nation to use the StayingAhead.org site to teach real-world budgeting. "This is an invaluable tool for California's students that teaches life skills through budgeting and fiscal responsibility.  Every student should use this," California Congresswoman Jackie Speier said.

"Through StayingAhead.org, we provide California's students a simple and effective tool for life planning.  Given our recent economic downturn, the site could not come at a better time for our graduating classes."

StayingAhead.org enables visitors to the site to foresee future budgeting challenges through an accurate, simple website. Students input expected life costs including entertainment, cell phone, utility and rent, and are provided real-life expected income requirements, tax payments and social security payments.

"We are honored to give this tool, free of charge, to California's students," said Robert Batinovich, founder of the tool. "We strive to empower students to be proactive in learning real life skills that will benefit them for years to come."

StayingAhead.org is designed to serve students of all ages, and anyone looking for a fast, effective budgeting tool.

The tool is available to California Schools beginning September 9th, 2011.

SOURCE  RB Associates

RB Associates

CONTACT: Justin Buell, +1-415-373-9185, admin@stayingahead.org, for RB Associates

Web Site: http://stayingahead.org

15-Year-Old Boy with Autism Wandered to Boston's Subway System; Rescued by MBTA Transit Police Using SafetyNet by LoJack System

First Rescue in Boston Using SafetyNet System

BOSTON, Sept. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Yesterday morning, a 15-year-old resident of East Boston - who has autism and is enrolled in the SafetyNet Service - wandered away from his school to one of his favorite spots - the subway system - and was rescued within approximately 20 minutes by MBTA Transit Police using the SafetyNet by LoJack System.  This is the first rescue in Boston since the service was made available in January 2011. 

The Details of the Rescue:

When school officials noticed the boy was missing, they immediately called 911.  Boston Police Department dispatch notified its ground units, as well as the MBTA Transit Police Department.  Police were alerted that the boy's last known location was North Station and arrived with their SafetyNet tracking equipment.  Approximately 20 minutes after arriving at North Station, officers with the MBTA Transit Police began picking up a signal emitting from the missing boy's SafetyNet Bracelet.  The signal was coming from Downtown Crossing and was strongest underground.  Officers went underground into the subway, boarded a train and were able to locate the boy, who was heading southbound.  Using techniques learned in the SafetyNet training sessions, the officers were able to effectively communicate with and approach the boy and ultimately safely remove him from the train.  He was rescued unharmed and later brought back to his parent.     

"We are proud of our transit police officers' quick response to this emergency situation," said Transit Police Deputy Chief Joseph O'Connor. "With the use of SafetyNet Search and Rescue Receivers, officers were able to reunite the lost child with his family within minutes." 

This is the first rescue of a client enrolled in the SafetyNet by LoJack service in the city of Boston. 

The SafetyNet service is comprised of a SafetyNet Bracelet worn by a client that emits Radio Frequency signals, which can be tracked by local public safety officials via their SafetyNet Search and Rescue Receivers.

The SafetyNet service is currently available to residents in Boston, as well as many surrounding towns and counties.  In an effort to provide valuable protection to individuals at risk of wandering, LoJack SafetyNet(TM), Inc. is currently providing 1,500 free SafetyNet devices -- along with six months of service -- now through September 30, 2011 to any interested caregivers living in SafetyNet's coverage areas.  For more information on SafetyNet by LoJack and the giveaway, please contact (877) 4-FINDTHEM (877-434-6384) or visit http://www.safetynetbylojack.com.

    Media Contacts:

    Jeremy Warnick         Lydia Rivera          Laura Feng
    LoJack Corporation     MBTA Transit Police   Tier One Partners
    617-640-6601           617-222-1510          978-975-1414
    jwarnick@lojack.com     lrivera@mbta.com     lfeng@tieronepr.com

*LoJack is a registered trademark of LoJack Corporation and SafetyNet is a trademark of LoJack SafetyNet, Inc.

SOURCE  LoJack SafetyNet

LoJack SafetyNet

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

Enterprise Forum to Launch 2011/2012 Series for Entrepreneurs With Look at Social Media

Only Business Networking Group Dedicated to Fostering Entrepreneurship

PITTSBURGH, Sept. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The Enterprise Forum (http://www.enterpriseforumpittsburgh.com), Western Pennsylvania's only business networking group dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship, said today it will launch its 2011/2012 program series with a look at how social media is impacting business start-ups and emerging companies.

The event will be held on September 14th at the Pittsburgh Golf Club in Squirrel Hill. Details and reservations are at http://www.enterpriseforumpittsburgh.com.

(Media may attend as the Forum's guests.)

"We are excited to get our new season underway, and particularly with the initial program focused on social media and what it means for young and growing businesses," said Craig Waller, a Pittsburgh patent and intellectual property attorney who was recently elected board chair for the Enterprise Forum. "I doubt there is an entrepreneur anywhere who hasn't wondered if all the hoopla about social media - Facebook, LinkedIn and all the rest - is for real. We'll be looking for real answers at our September 14th forum."

The moderator of the September 14th event will be Darrin Grove, CEO and founder of TrueFit Solutions (http://www.truefitsolutions.com). Panelists include Sean Ammirati, chief operating officer of ReadWriteWeb (http://www.readwriteweb.com) and an adjunct professor of entrepreneurship at Carnegie Mellon University; Nannette Staropoli, founder and chief social media officer of MARKIT Group (http://www.markitgroupmedia.wordpress.com/about) and Ted Teele, CEO and founder of SnapRetail (http://www.snapretail.com).

Waller also said that the other events to be produced during the 2011/2012 season will include the Enterprise Forum's highly popular annual "elevator pitch" forum (October 19th), at which local entrepreneurs present their pitches for capital to a panel of experts and audience members. Other topics to be covered at Enterprise Forum events include managing growth, the impact of the Marcellus Shale bonanza on entrepreneurs, new technological tools and others.

"We play a vital role in Western Pennsylvania," Waller noted. "Our programs and events are an opportunity for entrepreneurs to learn, share and network. Our mission is to help them be successful, and in the process to help our region be more prosperous. We're the place where innovators, funders and talent meet, and we have fun along the way."

All Enterprise Forums events are open to business people, students and others with an interest in issues facing entrepreneurs. Working media may request a free media pass.

For more information:  http://www.enterpriseforumpittsburgh.com

Media: please contact John Buckman, Buckman Communications, 412 381 2900 or john.buckman@buckmancommunications.com

SOURCE  Enterprise Forum

Enterprise Forum

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

CanaryVoice Records Oral Histories to Honor 9/11 Anniversary

CAMARILLO, Calif., Sept. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- CanaryVoice, the unique digital greeting service that lets users share collections of voice messages online, has created a 9/11 Audio Commemorative to capture the reflections of America and the world on the tenth anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks.

Anyone can participate for free by simply making a phone call and leaving up to a two-minute voice message with their stories, memories and reflections of 9/11. To contribute a message, call (212) 457-1935. When prompted, enter mailbox #8733 and pin #2689.

"Capturing these recordings is what we are doing to honor the victims of 9/11 and support our country," said Frank Catalano, founder of CanaryVoice. "We're using the power of voice to capture the oral history of our national tragedy. This will become a treasured retrospective for generations to come."

Recordings will be provided to the 9/11 Memorial Museum and other prominent 9/11 organizations.

Approved messages will be available for listening online indefinitely at http://tinyurl.com/3sxc4jh. More information about the 9/11 Audio Commemorative can be found at http://canaryvoice.com/911.

About CanaryVoice

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

    Contact:       Frank Catalano
                   (805)-386-6106
                   fcatalano@gmail.com

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

SOURCE  CanaryVoice

CanaryVoice

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

ePharmaSolutions Deploys Version 2.2 of Its Global 2-Way Text Messaging Solution for Clinical Trials

CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., Sept. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- ePharmaSolutions announced the deployment of its global 2-way Study Messaging Solution (SMS) for clinical trial patient recruitment and retention.

More than 30% of patients drop out of clinical research studies, costing the pharmaceutical industry hundreds of millions of dollars per year.  The problem is compounded by the fact that 40% of patients who remain in the studies are non-compliant with the protocol visit schedule, resulting in additional costs and delays.  These problems can be avoided if sponsors accelerate adoption of currently available texting solutions used to remind patients of their upcoming visits.

"Our Study Messaging Solution (SMS) was designed specifically for global patient recruitment and retention with the sponsor, site, and patient in mind," stated Wes Martz, Head of Global Patient Recruitment for ePharmaSolutions.   "We have more than 12,000 patients in 54 countries using our texting solutions over the last few years and are seeing excellent results in terms of patient retention and compliance," added Martz.

While SMS texting for clinical trial recruitment and retention has been available for several years and shows great promise, site adoption of these solutions have been slower than expected due to the extra work required to enter each patient's information, visit schedule and reminder message.  ePharmaSolutions developed the SMS to programmatically populate and update the patient information and visit schedule to reduce site workload and improve adoption rates throughout the study.

"We used Web 2.0 technologies to develop the most advanced study messaging solution available.  Our integrations with leading CTMS and IVRS vendors make it simple to auto-populate study information to reduce site workload and has been incorporated into Patient Recruitment Manager application to provide study teams and sites with interactive recruitment and retention reports from all outreach tactics used on a study," stated Steven Beales, ePharmaSolutions Vice President of Information Technology. 

About ePharmaSolutions

ePharmaSolutions is a leading provider of technology-based clinical services that helps improve the way sites are selected, trained, activated and managed to exceed enrollment goals.  ePharmaSolutions won the 2009 Bio-IT World Award for best clinical trial technology supporting more than 260,000 clinical researchers in 120 countries for the top 20 pharmaceutical companies in the world.  For a demonstration of the system please visit http://www.epharmasolutions.com/sms.  For more information visit http://www.ePharmaSolutions.com or call 610-832-9915.  Follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook.

SOURCE  ePharmaSolutions

ePharmaSolutions

CONTACT: Lance Converse, +1-610-832-9915, info@epharmasolutions.com

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

SunBriteTV Blasts the Outdoor TV Price Barrier With New Lower-Cost 46-Inch All-Weather Outdoor LCD TV At CEDIA Expo in Booth #5431

MOORPARK, Calif., Sept. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- It was announced today that SunBriteTV, the innovator and global leader in outdoor TV technology, will introduce their new Model 4660HD at CEDIA Expo in booth #5431. Model 4660HD is a 46-inch full-HD 1080p all-weather outdoor LCD TV that is offered at the unprecedented low price of $2995 MSRP.

"Model 4660HD is the perfect answer for dealers who need reliable and cost-effective outdoor TV solution for their customers," says Lynn Stearn, SunBriteTV's VP of Sales. "This TV is designed to provide the same superb viewing quality and weather-proof features the industry has learned to trust and respect, at an MSRP that will fit within most any budget."

Model 4660HD is engineered with an extra-bright 46-inch full-HD 1080p non-glare LCD screen that is integrated into an all-weather ASA outdoor-rated high-impact resin exterior that protects the internal components from rain, snow, dirt, insects and other outdoor elements. The built-in low-profile 20-watt speakers and user-friendly operating controls are also sealed against rain and moisture.

The TV's internal climate control consists of a filtered multi-fan airflow system that quietly keeps the unit cool in temperatures up to 122( )degrees F. SunBriteTV's innovative watertight cable entry system and cable pass-through design ensures quick and easy hook-up to a wide selection of video inputs including four HDMI connections, component, VGA, S-Video, composite, RF and discreet IR control.

Model 4660HD is available in black or silver, and ships with SunBriteTV's weather-proof remote control, dust cover and two-year residential in-factory, parts and labor limited warranty.

Also at CEDIA Expo, SunBriteTV will showcase several models from the company's Pro-Line series: Model 5510HD, a 55-inch full-HD 1080p 120Hz LCD TV offered at $6795 MSRP; Model 3220HD, a 32-inch HD LCD TV offered at $2595, MSRP; and Model 2220HD, a 22-inch HD LCD TV offered at $2095 MSRP. The Pro-Line models are engineered with a powder-coated aluminum exterior with a built-in anti-reflective window that protects the LCD screen and at the same time improves contrast and significantly reduces ambient reflection. The 20-watt speaker module is detachable, and can be removed when the TV is hooked up to external speakers.

For optimum viewing, SunBriteTV offers a full complement of ceiling mounts and articulating and tilt wall mounts. For additional placement choices, a deck/planter pole mount is also available. The pole can be set in concrete, or bolted directly to a flat surface such as a patio or pool deck. All wall mount and deck planter poles are equipped with stainless steel hardware.

About SunBriteTV

SunBriteTV's all-weather televisions have been time-tested in home installations, outdoor sports arenas, restaurant & hotel patios, and even on military vehicles participating in field operations. All models are available through SunBriteTV's network of Authorized Resellers. To inquire about becoming an Authorized Reseller, contact SunBriteTV at 866.357.8688, or visit the Reseller Inquiry page at http://www.sunbritetv.com.

SOURCE  SunBriteTV

SunBriteTV

CONTACT: SunBriteTV Contacts, Editorial, Pat Caminiti, Marketing Communications, +1-805-222-2275, plcaminiti@sunbritetv.com, For photos, please contact Pat Caminiti, or Sales: Lynn Stearn, VP Sales, +1-805-222-2288, lstearn@sunbritetv.com

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

The Public Interest Registry to Present .NGO Domain Extension Plans at CIVICUS World Assembly

PIR Seeks Feedback from NGOs and Civil Society Members' on its Intentions to Provide Non-Governmental Organization with an Exclusive Online Home

RESTON, Va., Sept. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- At CIVICUS World Assembly in Montreal, Canada next week, Brian Cute, CEO of The Public Interest Registry(PIR),the organization that manages the .ORG domain name, will present PIR's proposal to apply for the new top-level domain (TLD), .NGO.

(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20100628/ORGLOGO)

With the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) planning to allow companies and organizations to apply for new TLDs in 2012, PIR intends to submit an application to obtain the .NGO domain extension in order to provide non-governmental organizations (NGOs) worldwide with an exclusive online platform to build a community around a shared value, interest or passion.

"Given that PIR is recognized for running a stable, trusted registry and currently manages .ORG--the go-to domain for the international non-profit community for over 25 years, we are the most experienced registry and organization in working with the NGO community," said Brian Cute. "Through our work with .ORG, we've noticed a strong need for an exclusive place online where NGOs can differentiate themselves with the confidence that it will be managed consistent with their values."

Mr. Cute and PIR as a whole look forward to hearing more about the needs, specifically online, of NGOs and members of the Civil Society, and to receiving genuine feedback on the organization's plans around .NGO.

"PIR's core mission is to inspire and empower communities by helping organizations, individuals and companies do more with their domain extension and by providing a safe, trusted venue to come together. ICANN's new TLD program presents us the opportunity to expand this mission by providing a domain extension specifically designed for the needs of the global NGO community," said Mr. Cute.

Mr. Cute's presentation will take place at 2:00 p.m. ET in Room 516a, Le Palais des Congres. For more information on CIVICUS World Assembly, please visit: http://www.civicusassembly.org/index.php.

About .ORG, The Public Interest Registry
Trusted across all ages, backgrounds and nationalities, .ORG is where people turn to find credible information, get involved, fund causes and support advocacy. .ORG, The Public Interest Registry empowers the global noncommercial community to use the Internet more effectively and, concurrently, takes a leadership position among Internet stakeholders on policy and related issues. The .ORG domain is the Internet's third largest "generic" or non-country specific top-level domain with more than 9 million domain names registered worldwide. .ORG, The Public Interest Registry, was founded by the Internet Society in 2002. It is based in Reston, Virginia, USA.

SOURCE  .ORG, The Public Interest Registry

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.ORG, The Public Interest Registry

CONTACT: Marisa Hagerman, +1-202-223-9260, pir@allisonpr.com

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

Monsoon Multimedia Announces Vulkano Flow Availability in Canada

Canadian Television Lovers Can Now Enjoy Watching Their TV Anywhere, Anytime, on Any Mobile Device for only $99

SAN MATEO, Calif., Sept. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Monsoon Multimedia, a leading provider of video convergence products, today announced the general availability of the Vulkano Flow mobile accessory for TV anywhere in Canada. When connected to any cable or satellite set-top box, the Vulkano Flow streams any TV channel a consumer receives to mobile devices, tablets and computers inside or outside of the home.

The Vulkano Flow has a simplified installation process and allows TV content viewing of any channel on iPhone, Android and BlackBerry smartphones and tablets, iPads, Macs, PCs and soon on Windows 7 devices. The Vulkano Flow is now available as a mobile accessory for $99 at The Brick, Amazon and other leading retailers or through http://www.myvulkano.com.

"According to analysts, 7.1 billion devices will be accessing the mobile network the by 2015 and over 50 percent of consumers note that enjoying video is one of their favorite mobile activities," said Colin Stiles, EVP of sales and marketing at Monsoon. "We are ecstatic to bring our Vulkano Flow to Canadian consumers, providing them with an affordable TV streaming accessory for their smartphones and tablets to watch any of their home television programming during their commute, while they are out of town or wherever they are regardless of their TV service provider."

After moving through the intuitive set-up process, Vulkano Flow owners can download Vulkano apps onto their devices from http://www.myvulkano.com or the respective device app stores. Users can then select channels from the integrated electronic programming guide (EPG) to watch and control their TV service through a wired Ethernet, Wi-Fi or 3G connection from anywhere in the world. Additionally, users streaming TV to their mobile devices, can initiate an on-the-fly record request, which enables the TV stream to be directly recorded onto the mobile device for viewing at a more convenient time. Software players for PCs/Macs, iPhone and iPad devices also come with Pause/Live functions to provide users with the option to fast-forward and rewind the content they are viewing.

Summary of Vulkano Flow Features:

    --  Place shift television programming and view on smartphones, Android
        tablets, iPads, PCs and Macs
    --  Pause, fast-forward or rewind live TV
    --  Browse EPG for shows and episode descriptions
    --  Record live TV streams directly onto mobile devices
    --  Watch and control your live TV on the go via Wi-Fi or 3G
    --  Connect to all major TV sources - cable, DVD, satellite, DVR, TiVo
    --  Stream video at H.264 standards at rates as low as 150kbps
    --  Connects wirelessly through Vulkano's on board .11n WiFi to home router
    --  TV content is passed from the set-top box's analog output (component,
        composite) to Vulkano; using resolutions up to 1080i

Pricing and Availability

The Vulkano Flow is now available at http://www.myvulkano.com or from The Brick, Amazon, and other leading retailers and etailers for $99. The Flow comes with PC and Mac player, while iPad, iPhone, Android, BlackBerry, tablet and additional smartphone applications can be purchased for $12.99 each in the respective app stores.

About Monsoon Multimedia

Monsoon Multimedia provides advanced, standards-based multimedia products and convergence technologies for the PC, Mac, iPad, tablets and major smartphones. Founded by the founders of Dazzle and Emuzed, the company has offices in California, India, Russia and Singapore. For more information, please visit http://www.monsoonmultimedia.com.

For regular Vulkano updates follow us at http://www.Twitter.com/MyVulkano

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All trademarks and product names are the property of their respective companies.

Contact:Seana NorvellFortyThree, Inc.831.401.3175vulkano@43pr.com

SOURCE  Monsoon Multimedia

Monsoon Multimedia

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

Groundbreaking Serious Games Design Leaves Caspian Learning on Awards Shortlist Again

NEWCASTLE, England, September 9, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    Caspian Learning, the serious games design company based in the North
East of England, has been nominated in the E-Learning Age Awards shortlist
for the 'Best Learning Game or Simulation' for the 3rd time in its tenure.
Having already won awards in 2008, 2009 and 2010, the company hope that
their unique, proven approach to serious games design will win out again.

    Caspian Learning, the serious game design
[http://www.caspianlearning.co.uk ] company based in Sunderland, in the North
East of England, has managed to achieve major recognition for another of its
serious games in the latest round of E-Learning Age Awards announced this
week.

    The awards shortlist for 'best serious game or simulation' was announced
on Monday and once again, for the fourth time in the company's history, they
were billed as a potential winner for their groundbreaking combustion safety
analysis game, developed in partnership with energy efficiency simulation
specialists, Interplay Energy.

    The shortlisted game, InterCaz, is a groundbreaking serious game that
successfully merges industry approved combustion safety certification tests
with effective, immersive 3D gaming practices. It was designed to make the
safe practice of combustion safety affordable and ubiquitous, whilst still
delivering on key learning objectives that were fully aligned with Building
Performance Institute (BPI) and the Residential Energy Services Network
(RESNET) standards.

    In a globally unique development for serious games training, the
InterCaz game is the first of its kind that is eligible for up to 10
Continuing Education Units (CEU). To qualify for CEUs, learners must score
85% or higher on each of the three levels: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced.
The simulation is suitable for training organisations, weatherisation
organisations, utility program providers and individuals preparing for
certification tests or audits.

    Lee Rushworth, Marketing Manager for Caspian Learning, said "InterCaz
really is a groundbreaking simulation that could help to change the shape of
an entire industry. Never before have we worked on a simulation that had
such far-reaching and realistic possibilities to drastically improve
efficiency whilst drastically reducing costs. It is a credit to the team
over at Interplay Energy."

    Using a fresh, unique approach to serious games design which results in
a faster turnaround of high quality simulations, Caspian Learning and
Interplay Energy were able to deliver the game ahead of market expectations.
Intercaz is available to buy or try now from the Interplay Energy
[http://www.interplayenergy.com ] website.

    About Caspian Learning

    Caspian Learning are a UK-based serious games developer who have built a
solid client base over 9 years on the back of a reputation for creating
fresh, unique serious games and simulations with their award-winning 3d
authoring tool, Thinking Worlds. Thinking Worlds is a rapid simulation &
games creation tool that allows designers to create immersive 3d simulations
& games [http://www.thinkingworlds.com ] without needing to know any
programming language. Sims & games created with Thinking Worlds are
currently used by over 10,000 users worldwide.

Source: Caspian Learning

Contact Details: Lee Rushworth, Marketing Manager, Caspian Learning, St Peter's Gate, Sunderland, SR6 0AN, Email: lee.rushworth@caspianlearning.co.uk , Tel: +44-191-5561043

Trident and LG CNS Collaborate for Advanced Android STB

Trident's advanced set-top box SoCs and LG CNS' software expertise brings Android functionality to digital home

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Sept. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Trident Microsystems, Inc. (NASDAQ: TRID), a leading provider of set-top box and TV semiconductor solutions, today announced that its latest set-top box system-on-a-chip (SoCs) powers an advanced Android-based hybrid STB developed by LG CNS of South Korea.

Deog-Joo Won, vice president of LG CNS's Telecom and Media Business Unit commented, "LG CNS is pleased to collaborate with Trident for advanced Android solutions.  Our experience with system software development and integration with the advanced Trident SoC delivers a compelling product that addresses emerging consumer requirements for more and more web-based content."

"Android offers a wealth of new opportunities and business models in the STB market and we are excited to be developing an advanced Android STB with LG CNS," said Mark Samuel, senior vice president and general manager of Trident's Set-top Box Business Unit.  "The investments we have made in developing a robust Android STB solution allow LG CNS to offer the best features and performance, as well as a superior time to market."

Trident and LG CNS worked together to offer a system solution to enable service operators to provide products that merge traditional broadcast content, video-on-demand and IP-based content.  Trident's ARM-based SoC solution supports the Android ecosystem, providing superior time to market and performance.  Trident's support of the Android OS also allows service providers to offer business models with new apps and services for subscribers.

For more information, please contact sales@tridentmicro.com.

About Trident Microsystems, Inc.

Trident Microsystems, Inc., with headquarters in Sunnyvale, California, is a leading force in the digital home entertainment market, delivering an extensive range of platform solutions that enhance the consumer experience in the Connected Home and select Consumer Electronics (CE) products. As one of the top-three semiconductor providers to both the TV and set-top box markets, Trident's solutions can be found in the products of leading OEMs and channel partners worldwide.  The company's extensive IP portfolio has been driving key innovations in image quality, 3D TV, audio, low power, and 45nm designs. For further information about Trident and its products, please consult the Company's web site: http://www.tridentmicro.com.

About LG CNS

LG CNS, the leading IT services company in South Korea, provides total solution package in various fields of industry. LG CNS has implemented large-scale public IT infrastructure projects and played a major role in the Korean government's e-Korea initiatives.  The company, founded in 1987 as a joint venture between LG and EDS, currently employs over 9,000 people across 7 subsidiaries in Asia, Europe, North America and etc. LG CNS provides over 5,000 businesses and governments across the world its expertise on a wide range of projects on diverse industry verticals ranging from Public sector, Telecommunication and media services, Financial Services, Manufacturing & Utilities  and Transportation & Logistics among a host of others. For more information, please visit http://www.lgcns.com

Forward-Looking Information

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and is subject to the safe harbor created by those sections. Investors are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties, and there are important factors that could cause Trident's actual results to differ materially from those in the forward looking statements.  These risks include the possibility that our products may not meet changing customer requirements, that revenues of our products could be delayed as a result of supply shortages or other production challenges, that customers may experience weak demand for their products, which would impact our revenue, and other risks and uncertainties related to the production and sale of our products.  The forward-looking statements included in this press release are made only as of the date of this press release; Trident does not undertake any obligation to publicly revise or update any such forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances that may arise after the statement was made. Investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Additional information concerning factors that could cause results to differ can be found in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the Company's most recently filed Reports on Form 8-K, Form 10-K and Form 10-Q, which are available at http://www.sec.gov.

NOTE: Trident, Trident logo and MAP-X are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Trident Microsystems in the United States and /or other countries. NOTE: Trident and the Trident logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Trident Microsystems, Inc in the United States and/or other countries. All other names, brands, products or trademarks may be claimed as the property of their respective owners.

SOURCE  Trident Microsystems, Inc.

Trident Microsystems, Inc.

CONTACT: John Swenson of Trident Microsystems, +1-408-962-8252, John.swenson@tridentmicro.com

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

STV Player Launches on Android Tablets and Phones

AMSTERDAM, September 9, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    STV has today launched its Video on Demand service STV Player for
Android devices.

    The new service allows Android tablet and mobile devices wireless access
to video catch-up for popular STV network programmes such as Coronation
Street, Emmerdale and The X Factor, as well as the channel's home-grown
productions, for up to 30 days after broadcast.

    The service, which is free to use, allows users to search for
programmes, access A - Z and category listings and browse recommended,
recent and popular STV programmes.

    STV Player will also be available on iPhone and iPad later this year.

    Alistair Brown, Chief Technology and Platforms Officer at STV, said:
"Today's launch is part of our ongoing commitment to make STV's rich content
available on a range of platforms for users to access anytime, anywhere.

    "We recently launched an STV News app for Android and our STV News
iPhone app has been a huge success since its launch just over a year ago.
Together, our apps have now been downloaded over 114,000 times.

    "In addition, we have recently launched the STV Player on PS3, we
continue to offer an extensive and up-to-the-minute news service on stv.tv,
and our hyper-local network of websites, STV Local, is being rolled out
across the whole of Scotland."

    Accessing the STV Player on Android requires Android 2.2 with Flash 10.1
on a device capable of streaming video, and users must be within the STV
Licence area.

    For further information about STV Player, please see the FAQ section at
stv.tv/player [http://stv.tv/player ] or contact STV on
videohelp@stv.tv.

    Access STV Player for Android on m.player.stv.tv
[http://m.player.stv.tv ].

Source: STV

STV press: Anna Hendry, +44-0141-300-3830, anna.hendry@stv.tv, or Kirstin Stevenson, +44-0141-300-3670, kirstin.stevenson@stv.tv

Hunt Brothers® Pizza Launches New Website

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Hunt Brothers® Pizza today announced the launch of its newly redesigned website, huntbrotherspizza.com.

(Logo:  http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110616/CL21342LOGO )

Updated with a bold color scheme and new consumer-friendly features including a store locator, in-store promotion details, multi-media components and social media feeds, the site provides an easy way for consumers to find and learn more about their favorite pizza. The site also features a section dedicated to convenience store owners where they can find details about becoming a franchisee, marketing support materials, and helpful business information.

"This new website really encapsulates the Hunt Brothers Pizza tagline Made for Me®," said Keith Solsvig, vice president of marketing for Hunt Brothers Pizza. "We listened to the needs of our convenience store franchise customers and our consumers and created something that is really made for them, whether they are looking for a store, checking out the latest deals, or searching for detailed information about our company."

To explore the new website and learn more about Hunt Brothers Pizza, visit huntbrotherspizza.com.

About Hunt Brothers Pizza:

With more than 6,000 locations in 28 states, Hunt Brothers® Pizza is the nation's largest brand of made-to-order pizza in the convenience store industry. Perfect for today's on-the-go lifestyle, Hunt Brothers Pizza offers regular, thin crust, and breakfast pizzas with All Toppings No Extra Charge®, plus the Hunt Brothers® Wings in Southern Style and Hot 'n Spicy flavors. Family owned and operated for over 40 years and headquartered in Nashville, Tenn., the company provides all of the food products, marketing programs, equipment and training for convenience stores to operate their own turnkey pizza program.

SOURCE  Hunt Brothers Pizza

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Hunt Brothers Pizza

CONTACT: Christina VerHeul, +1-615-385-1100, cverheul@gsandf.com

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

Dodge Brand Launches New TV and Digital Campaign for 2012 Dodge Journey - America's Most Affordable and Versatile Mid-size Crossover; Hides Vehicles Across America for Consumers to Find and Win

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. , Sept. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --

    --  Campaign positions Journey as the 'Search Engine for the Real World,'
        the perfect vehicle for adventurous people
    --  Journey offers best-in-class versatility and V-6 driving range,
        available all-wheel drive and seven-passenger seating
    --  2012 Journey positioned as America's most affordable mid-size crossover
        at only $18,995 MSRP
    --  TV spots take viewers on road trip through America, hiding three 2012
        Dodge Journeys along the way
    --  Dodge YouTube channel, http://www.YouTube.com/Dodge, features additional video
        clues and a 24/7 live camera on the hidden vehicles
    --  Giveaway runs from Sept. 10 - 27, 2011

A new advertising campaign for the 2012 Dodge Journey that encourages people to get out and explore the world instead of just reading about it, has an added twist: a chance to win one of three Journey vehicles left hidden across America.

Television and digital spots begin Sept. 9, positioning the Dodge Journey as the "Search Engine for the Real World," the perfect vehicle for people looking for adventure, flexibility and affordability. The campaign takes viewers on a tour of some of America's most picturesque landscapes while showcasing the Dodge Journey's unrivaled versatility.

"The Dodge Journey is the 'Swiss Army knife' of vehicles," said Reid Bigland, President and CEO - Dodge Brand, Chrysler Group LLC. "America's most versatile crossover is also now the most affordable in its class, starting at $18,995 MSRP. Part compact car, due to its affordable pricing, part SUV with available all-wheel drive, and part van with available seven-passenger seating, the Journey offers best-in-class versatility, driving range and value, allowing Journey drivers to explore all that America has to offer."

The initial 30-second TV spot, "Search Engine," shows a montage of three Dodge Journeys on various adventures across America - kayakers headed out for a trip, a group of friends on a road trip and a family ready to camp. The spot ends with the viewer being told the vehicle they've just seen headed somewhere beautiful is in fact still sitting in that final real world location waiting to be discovered. The first person to find the Dodge Journey, wins it.

In all, three vehicles are positioned in the continental United States waiting to be found, one each in the West, Midwest and East.

Subsequently, three additional TV spots - "West Coast" (debuting Sept. 10), "Midwest" (debuting Sept. 16) and "East" (debuting Sept. 23) - will each reveal details on where one of the Dodge Journey vehicles is headed and where it can be found. If viewers look close enough, in nearly every frame of each of these 30-second spots are clues to the Dodge Journey vehicle's ultimate destination. The more consumers get to know about the Dodge Journey and its features, the more clues they'll uncover about where one is waiting to be discovered.

The campaign extends to http://www.YouTube.com/Dodge as consumers unlock clues from additional videos and watch a 24/7 live camera feed of the hidden Dodge Journey vehicles. The live feed will reveal additional clues and provide consumers a chance to watch along as a lucky person discovers each of the three Dodge Journeys.

The contest ends Sept. 27.

About Dodge Journey

Completely redesigned in 2011, the Dodge Journey is the only crossover in America to offer the choice of a four-cylinder or V-6 engine, five- or seven-passenger seating and front- or all-wheel drive. Journey also treats all of its passengers to premium soft-touch materials on the inside and an available 283 horsepower Pentastar V-6 with best-in-class driving range and up to 25 mpg highway. Add in segment-exclusive second-row in-floor storage bins and hidden storage within the front passenger seat and you have a vehicle that can take you anywhere as you explore all that America has to offer.

The Dodge Journey gets a new simplified model lineup for 2012 and adds an American Value Package with a starting U.S. MSRP of $18,995, which makes it the most affordable mid-size crossover in America and the most affordable seven-passenger vehicle in America with a starting U.S. MSRP of $19,990. With more than 40 safety and security features, the Journey has been an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Top Safety Pick for three consecutive years. Journey also features the latest and greatest in vehicle connectivity and customization with the Uconnect® Touch 8.4 radio, which features an 8.4-inch touchscreen.

About Dodge

Dodge is a full line of cars, crossovers, minivans and SUVs that are sporty, functional and innovative. With nearly 100 years of heritage, the brand has a history of providing its customers excellent quality, innovation and value. Dodge is building on the momentum of introducing six all-new or significantly redesigned products, solidifying its message that Dodge offers an excellent value for American families looking for top performance in all the places that matter - from power off the line and handling in the corners to high-quality, dependable vehicles that deliver unmatched functionality and excellent fuel economy in everyday driving situations. In fact, Dodge now offers six vehicles that deliver 25 mpg on the highway, while retaining that distinctive Dodge innovation and style. With the all-new Dodge Durango and Dodge Charger and significantly revamped Grand Caravan, Journey, Avenger and Challenger, Dodge also now has one of the youngest dealer showrooms in the country with more new product coming.

Giveaway Rules

The contest is open to legal residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia, 18 years and older. No purchase is necessary. Participants must have a valid driver's license and auto insurance prior to the Sept. 10 contest start date. Three 2012 Dodge Journey grand prizes, one per hidden location, will be awarded plus $7,000 each to help cover associated taxes. Contest ends 09/27/11. For official rules, details, and prize descriptions, visit http://www.YouTube.com/Dodge.

Additional information and news from Chrysler is available at http://www.media.chrysler.com.

SOURCE  Chrysler Group LLC

Chrysler Group LLC

CONTACT: Eileen  Wunderlich, +1-248-512-0332 (office), +1-248-705-7962 (cell), eileen.wunderlich@chrysler.com

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

New Daily Deal Loyalty Program Introduced by Monster Offers and Fanminder

Loyalty Solution to Help Small Businesses Encourage Repeat Business Following Daily Deals

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Monster Offers (OTCBB: MONT), a leading Daily Deal aggregator and mobile banking solutions company, announced today its partnership with Fanminder that will create a loyalty program for the Daily Deal industry. Specifically targeted for small businesses that use daily deal marketing programs, the loyalty program from Monster Offers and Fanminder will capture customer data and implement easy-to-use pre-packaged marketing programs designed to encourage repeat business.

By combining the social and mobile sharing capabilities of Fanminder with the Daily Deal expertise of Monster Offers, the new loyalty program will allow small businesses to easily create and publish enticing Everyday Promotions(TM) that are more profitable and more utilized by merchants. Built-in social sharing capabilities will send offers to a merchants' fans on Facebook, Twitter, and mobile phones to instantly engage customers whenever desired by a merchant. Fans will view professional, live offers online and redeem them in-store with a simple click on their phone - no staff training required. Additionally, all offers are tracked to help the merchant obtain the highest marketing ROI.

MONSTER OFFERS QUOTE

"Implementing loyalty programs in the Daily Deal industry is the next logical step as merchants are seeking long-term value from Daily Deal marketing programs. By partnering with Fanminder, Monster Offers will provide small businesses with a loyalty program that runs on autopilot to reach, engage, and reward fans and build repeat business."
- Paul Gain, Monster Offers CEO

About Monster Offers:

Monster Offers is a leading Daily Deal aggregator and mobile banking solutions company collecting daily deals from multiple sites in local communities across the U.S. and Canada. Focused on providing innovation and utility for Daily Deal consumers and providers, the company collects and publishes thousands of daily deals and allows consumers to organize these deals by geography or product categories, or to personalize the results using keyword search. The company will introduce new mobile technology in 2011 to address unmet category needs in areas such as loyalty, rewards, payment processing, merchant services, and a Daily Deal eWallet. Monster Offers recently launched its Hyper-Local Daily Deal Reporting Program, designed to help providers improve the revenue and profits of local and regional Daily Deal programs. More information can be found by visiting http://www.monsteroffers.com.

About Fanminder

Fanminder is dedicated to helping the nation's 26 million small businesses build profitable relationships with their customers. The company operates a Do It Yourself website that helps small businesses publish stunningly effective offers that reach and reward their fans on the social web, online, and via mobile. Launched nationally in 2010, Fanminder is a rapidly growing, privately-funded firm backed by prominent angel investors and based in Silicon Valley, California. The company is happily satisfying artisan donut shops, hip urban clothiers, and edgy tattoo parlors, among its thousands of small business customers. More information can be found by visiting http://www.fanminder.com.

Any statements contained in this press release that relate to future plans, events or performance are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to, the risks associated with the management appointment described in this press release, and other risks identified in the filings by Monster Offers (MONT), with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Further information on risks faced by MONT are detailed in the Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2010, and in its subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. These filings are or will become available on a website maintained by the Securities and Exchange Commission at http://www.sec.gov. The information contained in this press release is accurate as of the date indicated. Actual results, events or performance may differ materially. Monster Offers does not undertake any obligation to publicly release the result of any revision to these forward-looking statements that may be made to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.

Contacts
For Monster Offers
Public Relations
Brad Rutledge, 801-824-6218
brad@rutledgeconsultinggroup.com

SOURCE  Monster Offers

Monster Offers

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

Firefly Successfully Migrates DdD's Retail Software from Magic to .NET

PETAH-TIKVA, Israel, September 9, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    Firefly announced today that DdD Retail's Magic-based software was
automatically migrated to .NET using Firefly's automated migration software,
while maintaining the same functionality and appearance of the Magic-based
version.

    Firefly ( http://www.fireflymigration.com), the global leader in
migration of Magic-based applications to Microsoft's .NET, today announced
that the DdD's retail management software, which is deployed over the cloud
across 12 European territories, has been successfully migrated to .NET and
will soon replace the previous Magic-based version of the software. DdD
thereby joined DataMax Group, Crown Agents, Eldan Car Rental, Israel
Aerospace Industries, and others as a Firefly customer.

    DdD's back-office has been completely migrated to .NET. The back-office
facilitates centralized management of data arriving from DdD points of sale
in over 2,500 fashion stores. Among other things, the software includes
custom reports, inventory management, customer club management, etc. Prior
to the migration, DdD's software was based on uniPaaS - Magic Software
Enterprises' (NASDAQ:MGIC) latest development framework version.

    Thanks to Firefly's automated migration technology, the conversion was
completed on a short timetable at a predetermined cost without the need for
development freeze or user's retraining. The migrated software is based on
the standard .NET development environment. DdD's original development team
was preserved and following Firefly's 3-week .NET training course, are now
maintaining and developing the software on .NET.

    DdD R&D Manager Morten Gade: "Firefly has proven to be the perfect match
for reaching some of our strategic business goals. Their professionalism and
understanding of DdD's requirements has been exceptional. The service and
assistance Firefly has given in the migration process is second to none."

    Firefly founder and CEO Noam Honig: "We are proud that DdD Retail has
joined the circle of our customers. We are glad that after a long process of
considering the alternatives in the market and a meticulous examination of
the work we have done for similar customers, we were chosen to perform the
migration. The converted system is a cloud-based Internet system, and the
transition to .NET has significantly improved performance, and has also
improved the servers' ability to handle heavy loads."

    About Firefly

    Firefly is the world leader in migration of Magic-based software to.NET.
Firefly's automatic migration product requires no manual programming, and
guarantees compliance with short timetables, predetermined low cost, and
full preservation of the investment in the original system. Firefly's
customers include DataMax Group, Crown Agents, Eldan Car Rental, and Israel
Aerospace Industries.

    http://www.FireflyMigration.com

    About DdD Retail

    With 20 years of experience in developing IT solutions for retail and
with more than 2500 installations of point of sales (POS), DdD Retail is the
leading supplier of IT solutions to for fashion retailers. DdD's retail
solution includes the user-friendly DdD PoS (cash register) and the DdD
back-office (administration system) including stock management, easy
registration of goods reception, creation of reports/statistics and more.
The DdD store solution is built on future proofed technology and can easily
be integrated with Microsoft Dynamics AX/NAV or other local ERP systems.
DdD's customers include fashion chains Saint Tropez, PUB Stockholm, and
Esprit.

    http://www.DdDRetail.com

   
    Press contact
    Shay Shany
    +972-54-7799567
    shay@fireflybox.com

Source: Firefly

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RealNetworks Releases New Version of Helix Producer

RealNetworks upgrades Helix Producer to include IP ingest

AMSTERDAM, Sept. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- RealNetworks, Inc. (Nasdaq: RNWK) today announced a new version of Helix Producer, part of the Helix Media Delivery Platform, that includes IP ingest, as well as batch encoding, logo and text overlay and rolling archives. Private and government organizations will be able to take advantage of the scalability, reliability and lower total cost of ownership that Helix Producer offers for a variety of mission-critical solutions and functions - including streaming live footage to citizens via traffic cameras and using it for security purposes.

With IP ingest, organizations can capture both RTSP (IP surveillance or streaming service) and MPEG2-TS (digital cable TV or satellite) streams, and transcode the content to deliver to multi-screens, including PCs, mobile devices and tablets. Helix Producer automatically changes the codec by reducing the screen size and preparing multi-formats, thereby reducing the amount of manual labor required.

The latest version of Helix Producer with IP ingest is also able to accommodate multiple video inputs per density on a single datacenter server enabling organizations to significantly reduce the amount of server hardware required.

"The new Helix Producer with IP ingest is a win for us and a win for our customers - helping save both time and money," said Edgar Ceron, CEO of XSN Group, a leading provider of digital media solutions for Latin America and a reseller partner for RealNetworks Helix Media Delivery Platform.

"We are in process of helping a government customer achieve its goal of offering a citywide traffic monitoring system with live streaming video from 2,000 traffic cams - using 40 percent less server hardware, significantly cutting costs and spending less time on technology administration," Ceron added. "By using Helix Producer with IP ingest, the mayor is thrilled at how quickly and affordably they will be able to offer this valuable traffic service to its citizens throughout the city."

The Helix Producer is a key component of the Helix Media Delivery Platform, the flagship streaming media solution that pioneered the category in 1995. Today, Helix products are leveraged around the globe by corporations, universities, mobile carriers and government institutions, among others.

More information about the Helix Producer family of products can be found at http://www.realnetworks.com/helix.

About The Helix Media Delivery Platform

The Helix Media Delivery Platform is an end-to-end streaming media solution for government, education and enterprises that is multi-format, multi-platform, and multi-screen. With Helix Producer, Helix Universal Media Server, Helix Media Library, and RealPlayer Enterprise - the core components of the platform - organizations can create, deliver, manage and play content. Created by RealNetworks, the company that pioneered streaming media in 1995, Helix products provide a high-quality, scalable digital media experience. And with Helix's global customer support team, assistance is just a phone call or email away. Learn more at http://www.realnetworks.com/helix.

About RealNetworks

RealNetworks creates innovative applications and services that make it easy to connect with and enjoy digital media. RealNetworks invented the streaming media category in 1995 and continues to connect consumers with their digital media both directly and through partners, aiming to support every network, device, media type and social network. RealNetworks corporate information is located at http://www.realnetworks.com/about-us.

Real, Unifi, RealNetworks, Helix and RealPlayer are trademarks or registered trademarks of RealNetworks, Inc.

SOURCE  RealNetworks, Inc.

RealNetworks, Inc.

CONTACT: Vicki Fertnig, Mi liberty, +44 (0) 207 751 4444, vfertnig@miliberty.com

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

RealNetworks Upgrades Helix Universal Media Server

Stream unlimited live and on-demand video and language feeds during on-the-fly broadcasting

AMSTERDAM, Sept. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- RealNetworks, Inc.  (Nasdaq: RNWK) today announced the launch of the first Helix Multi-Track solution, a product extension available for the Helix Universal Media Server. RealNetworks is launching Helix Multi-Track and launch partner, Streamovations, a Belgium-based company that focuses on delivering multi-lingual video solutions, will utilize Helix Multi-Track to enable organizations to broadcast multi-lingual live and on-demand content to their consumers, constituents and employees.

With the new Helix Multi-Track capabilities organizations are now able to use the Helix Universal Media Server to stream live and on-demand video with multiple language feeds.  With numerous languages spoken in Europe, and approximately 2,000 dialects in Asia and 1,000 in India, Helix Multi-Track is ideal for broadcasters, government institutions or global enterprises with a diverse multi-lingual audience.

Helix Multi-Track is versatile, allowing organizations to shoot multiple camera angles while retaining the main audio track. Applications include sporting footage, such as Formula One racing, soccer, or track and field events, where different camera angles are frequently leveraged, allowing the broadcaster to select the coverage they wish to show on the fly, while still streaming the main audio track, such as commentator coverage.  Broadcasters are now able to provide new viewing experiences, making multiple camera viewing angles available to their viewers allowing for a personalized viewing experience, all complete with the main commentary audio coverage. For example, a viewer watching the Indy 500 might opt to watch footage of Dario Franchitti's car (Camera 1) while still listening to the main commentary, and then flip to wide angle footage of the entire race track (Camera 7). Closed captioning is also available with Helix Multi-Track.

"In today's multi-screen, mobile world, RealNetworks is focused on helping organizations easily and securely deliver audio and video content how and when viewers want to see it," said Martin Schwarz, RealNetworks Area Vice President of Helix and Digital Media Products. "And with content streaming globally, it's more important than ever that broadcasters are able to easily stream in multiple languages. Our goal in everything we do is to make streaming digital media simpler."

John Vanhoucke, CEO at Streamovations also commented, "Streamovations is pleased about the plans to launch the co-developed Helix Multi-Track solution from RealNetworks. Our combined end-to-end solution is state-of-the-art, and could be useful for our clients who are interested in multi-lingual streaming, such as the European Commission, European Parliament and the Council of the European Union."

The Helix Universal Media Server is a key component of the Helix Delivery Platform, the flagship streaming media solution that pioneered the category in 1995. Today, Helix products are leveraged around the globe by corporations, universities, mobile carriers and government institutions, among others.

More information about the Helix Universal Media Server family of products can be found at http://www.realnetworks.com/helix.

About The Helix Media Delivery Platform

The Helix Media Delivery Platform is an end-to-end streaming media solution for government, education and enterprises that is multi-format, multi-platform, and multi-screen. With Helix Producer, Helix Universal Media Server, Helix Media Library, and RealPlayer Enterprise - the core components of the platform - organizations can create, deliver, manage and play content. Created by RealNetworks, the company that pioneered streaming media in 1995, Helix products provide a high-quality, scalable digital media experience. And with Helix's global customer support team, assistance is just a phone call or email away. Learn more at http://www.realnetworks.com/helix.

About RealNetworks

RealNetworks creates innovative applications and services that make it easy to connect with and enjoy digital media. RealNetworks invented the streaming media category in 1995 and continues to connect consumers with their digital media both directly and through partners, aiming to support every network, device, media type and social network. RealNetworks corporate information is located at http://www.realnetworks.com/about-us.

Real, Unifi, RealNetworks, Helix and RealPlayer are trademarks or registered trademarks of RealNetworks, Inc.

SOURCE  RealNetworks, Inc.

RealNetworks, Inc.

CONTACT: Vicki Fertnig of Mi liberty, +44 (0) 207 751 4444, vfertnig@miliberty.com

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

Hastings Entertainment, Inc. to Host Midnight Release Parties for Star Wars on Blu-ray

AMARILLO, Texas, Sept. 9, 2011/PRNewswire/ --Hastings Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAST), a leading multimedia entertainment superstore retailer, has announced its plans for chain-wide Midnight release parties for the release of Star Wars: The Complete Saga, Star Wars: The Original Trilogy and Star Wars: The Prequel Trilogy on Blu-ray. Fans are encouraged to join their local Hastings for a Midnight release party on Thursday, September 15, 2011. Festivities for the night will begin at 9:00 P.M. and will end after the movies go on sale at Midnight.

Fans enjoying the festivities and awaiting the release of the movies will be able to take advantage of special promotions during the release party including 25% off all Star Wars products, excluding the Blu-ray trilogies and complete saga, 50% off select Blu-rays, and 30% off all used CDs, books, video games and video game accessories. Customers are also encouraged to take advantage of an extended happy hour in Hardback Coffee Cafe stores and 49 cent fountain drinks in participating stores.

To find out more about the Star Wars midnight release party in your area, visit or contact your local Hastings superstore, or visit us online at http://www.goHastings.com.

About Hastings

Founded in 1968, Hastings Entertainment, Inc. is a leading multimedia entertainment retailer that combines the sale of new and used books, videos, video games and CDs, and trends and consumer electronics merchandise, with the rental of videos and video games in a superstore format.  We currently operate 143 superstores, averaging approximately 24,000 square feet, primarily in medium-sized markets throughout the United States.  We also operate two concept stores, Sun Adventure Sports, in Amarillo, Texas and TRADESMART, in Littleton, Colorado.

We operate http://www.goHastings.com, an e-commerce Internet web site that makes available to our customers new and used entertainment products and unique, contemporary gifts and toys.  The site features exceptional product and pricing offers.  The Investor Relations section of our web site contains press releases, a link to request financial and other literature and access to our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

SOURCE  Hastings Entertainment, Inc.

Hastings Entertainment, Inc.

CONTACT: Dan Crow, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, +1-806-677-1422

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

Vibrant is First to Bring Premium Contextual Ad Solutions to Asia Pacific

LONDON, September 9, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    Vibrant [http://www.vibrantmedia.co.uk ], the global leader in premium
contextual advertising solutions, announced the opening of its first Asia
Pacific operations, through a partnership with Avid Media PTY Ltd, Sydney,
Australia. Vibrant will now offer local support for its global and
region-specific clients including: Amex, Hewlett Packard, IBM, IAG Insurance
Australia Group, Splenda, Paramount, Mazda, Ford, Hyundai and Johnson &
Johnson.

    Jeff Babka, COO & CFO of Vibrant, says, "As the industry leader of
premium contextual technologies, we are the first to move into the region,
providing a full suite of contextual solutions for premium advertisers and
publishers, and our 200-million-plus unique users. We will continue to
expand globally and further the success and rapid growth we've seen in the
US and EU markets."

    Martin Forbes, Senior Vice President, Corporate Operations of Vibrant,
says, "We have been working in APAC for more than three years through our
London-based international team. In this time we've seen substantial growth
with our contextual products, so the time is right for us to expand and
provide local support for our top 100 global brand clients."

    Avid Media PTY Ltd is headed by Pamela Phelan, a former Vibrant
executive, who has an extensive leadership background in advertising sales.

    Publishers working exclusively with Vibrant in the region include IDG;
Askmen.com, a News Digital Media site; and Autoguide.com, one of Australia's
largest automobile sites.

    Vibrant set up an International Sales Team in 2007, and has grown its
global revenues year on year and managed global, multi-region and in-country
contextual advertising programs for its clients. Currently operating in 30
markets worldwide, Vibrant has a portfolio of 6,000 premium publishers
globally and 250 million unique users per month (comScore, 2011). Over the
past 11 years, Vibrant has innovated in the in-text and contextual
advertising arena, offering a suite of options for marketers and publishers
to bring real information to users within the context of a page, such as
video streams, social media feeds, product reviews, dynamic feeds and
real-time geo-targeted advertising.

    About Vibrant

    Vibrant is a world leader in contextual technology aligning billions of
words across the internet with relevant video, information, tools and
advertising. With over 6,000 premium publishers, reaching more than 250
million unique users per month (comScore, 2011), Vibrant gives top brand
marketers the opportunity to deliver highly targeted advertisements within
premium Web content and offers publishers premium editorial tools to
re-circulate users throughout their websites. Vibrant works with top brand
advertisers such as Microsoft, General Motors, Unilever, Sainsbury's and
Hewlett Packard.

    The company was founded in 2000 and has offices in London, New York,
Boston, Detroit, Chicago, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Paris, Hamburg, Munich
and Dusseldorf. Vibrant's rapid growth has been recognised by the Inc. 500
and Deloitte Fast 50 lists, and in the UK: Media Momentum 2006, 2007 and
2008 and Sunday Times Tech Track in 2004 and 2005. For more information,
visit http://www.vibrantmedia.co.uk or
http://www.hyperlinkevolved.com or
http://www.facebook.com/vibrantmedia or
http://twitter.com/vibrantmedia.

Source: Vibrant

Further information: Helen Mussard, Senior European Marketing Manager, Vibrant UK: +44(0)207-239-0102 /
Helen.mussard@vibrantmedia.com; Lorette Nettar, PR, Vibrant UK: +44(0)7968-521-684 / lorette.nettar@vibrantmedia.com

RealNetworks Upgrades Helix Universal Media Server

AMSTERDAM, September 9, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

   
         - Stream unlimited live and on-demand video and language feeds
                       during on-the-fly broadcasting

    RealNetworks, Inc. (Nasdaq: RNWK) today announced the launch of the
first Helix Multi-Track solution, a product extension available for the
Helix Universal Media Server. RealNetworks is launching Helix Multi-Track
and launch partner, Streamovations, a Belgium-based company that focuses on
delivering multi-lingual video solutions, will utilize Helix Multi-Track to
enable organizations to broadcast multi-lingual live and on-demand content
to their consumers, constituents and employees.

    With the new Helix Multi-Track capabilities organizations are now able
to use the Helix Universal Media Server to stream live and on-demand video
with multiple language feeds. With numerous languages spoken in Europe, and
approximately 2,000 dialects in Asia and 1,000 in India, Helix Multi-Track
is ideal for broadcasters, government institutions or global enterprises
with a diverse multi-lingual audience.

    Helix Multi-Track is versatile, allowing organizations to shoot multiple
camera angles while retaining the main audio track. Applications include
sporting footage, such as Formula One racing, soccer, or track and field
events, where different camera angles are frequently leveraged, allowing the
broadcaster to select the coverage they wish to show on the fly, while still
streaming the main audio track, such as commentator coverage. Broadcasters
are now able to provide new viewing experiences, making multiple camera
viewing angles available to their viewers allowing for a personalized
viewing experience, all complete with the main commentary audio coverage.
For example, a viewer watching the Indy 500 might opt to watch footage of
Dario Franchitti's car (Camera 1) while still listening to the main
commentary, and then flip to wide angle footage of the entire race track
(Camera 7). Closed captioning is also available with Helix Multi-Track.

    "In today's multi-screen, mobile world, RealNetworks is focused on
helping organizations easily and securely deliver audio and video content
how and when viewers want to see it," said Martin Schwarz, RealNetworks Area
Vice President of Helix and Digital Media Products. "And with content
streaming globally, it's more important than ever that broadcasters are able
to easily stream in multiple languages. Our goal in everything we do is to
make streaming digital media simpler."

    John Vanhoucke, CEO at Streamovations also commented, "Streamovations is
pleased about the plans to launch the co-developed Helix Multi-Track
solution from RealNetworks. Our combined end-to-end solution is
state-of-the-art, and could be useful for our clients who are interested in
multi-lingual streaming, such as the European Commission, European
Parliament and the Council of the European Union."

    The Helix Universal Media Server is a key component of the Helix
Delivery Platform, the flagship streaming media solution that pioneered the
category in 1995. Today, Helix products are leveraged around the globe by
corporations, universities, mobile carriers and government institutions,
among others.

    More information about the Helix Universal Media Server family of
products can be found at http://www.realnetworks.com/helix.

    About The Helix Media Delivery Platform

    The Helix Media Delivery Platform is an end-to-end streaming media
solution for government, education and enterprises that is multi-format,
multi-platform, and multi-screen. With Helix Producer, Helix Universal Media
Server, Helix Media Library, and RealPlayer Enterprise - the core components
of the platform - organizations can create, deliver, manage and play
content. Created by RealNetworks, the company that pioneered streaming media
in 1995, Helix products provide a high-quality, scalable digital media
experience. And with Helix's global customer support team, assistance is
just a phone call or email away. Learn more at
http://www.realnetworks.com/helix.

    About RealNetworks

    RealNetworks creates innovative applications and services that make it
easy to connect with and enjoy digital media. RealNetworks invented the
streaming media category in 1995 and continues to connect consumers with
their digital media both directly and through partners, aiming to support
every network, device, media type and social network. RealNetworks corporate
information is located at http://www.realnetworks.com/about-us.

    Real, Unifi, RealNetworks, Helix and RealPlayer are trademarks or
registered trademarks of RealNetworks, Inc.

Source: RealNetworks, Inc.

Vicki Fertnig of Mi liberty, +44-(0)-207-751-4444, vfertnig@miliberty.com

RealNetworks Releases New Version of Helix Producer

AMSTERDAM, September 9, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

   
          - RealNetworks upgrades Helix Producer to include IP ingest
 

    RealNetworks, Inc. (Nasdaq: RNWK) today announced a new version of Helix
Producer, part of the Helix Media Delivery Platform, that includes IP
ingest, as well as batch encoding, logo and text overlay and rolling
archives. Private and government organizations will be able to take
advantage of the scalability, reliability and lower total cost of ownership
that Helix Producer offers for a variety of mission-critical solutions and
functions - including streaming live footage to citizens via traffic cameras
and using it for security purposes.

    With IP ingest, organizations can capture both RTSP (IP surveillance or
streaming service) and MPEG2-TS (digital cable TV or satellite) streams, and
transcode the content to deliver to multi-screens, including PCs, mobile
devices and tablets. Helix Producer automatically changes the codec by
reducing the screen size and preparing multi-formats, thereby reducing the
amount of manual labor required.

    The latest version of Helix Producer with IP ingest is also able to
accommodate multiple video inputs per density on a single datacenter server
enabling organizations to significantly reduce the amount of server hardware
required.

    "The new Helix Producer with IP ingest is a win for us and a win for our
customers - helping save both time and money," said Edgar Ceron, CEO of XSN
Group, a leading provider of digital media solutions for Latin America and a
reseller partner for RealNetworks Helix Media Delivery Platform.

    "We are in process of helping a government customer achieve its goal of
offering a citywide traffic monitoring system with live streaming video from
2,000 traffic cams - using 40 percent less server hardware, significantly
cutting costs and spending less time on technology administration," Ceron
added. "By using Helix Producer with IP ingest, the mayor is thrilled at how
quickly and affordably they will be able to offer this valuable traffic
service to its citizens throughout the city."

    The Helix Producer is a key component of the Helix Media Delivery
Platform, the flagship streaming media solution that pioneered the category
in 1995. Today, Helix products are leveraged around the globe by
corporations, universities, mobile carriers and government institutions,
among others.

    More information about the Helix Producer family of products can be
found at http://www.realnetworks.com/helix.

    About The Helix Media Delivery Platform

    The Helix Media Delivery Platform is an end-to-end streaming media
solution for government, education and enterprises that is multi-format,
multi-platform, and multi-screen. With Helix Producer, Helix Universal Media
Server, Helix Media Library, and RealPlayer Enterprise - the core components
of the platform - organizations can create, deliver, manage and play
content. Created by RealNetworks, the company that pioneered streaming media
in 1995, Helix products provide a high-quality, scalable digital media
experience. And with Helix's global customer support team, assistance is
just a phone call or email away. Learn more at
http://www.realnetworks.com/helix.

    About RealNetworks

    RealNetworks creates innovative applications and services that make it
easy to connect with and enjoy digital media. RealNetworks invented the
streaming media category in 1995 and continues to connect consumers with
their digital media both directly and through partners, aiming to support
every network, device, media type and social network. RealNetworks corporate
information is located at http://www.realnetworks.com/about-us.

    Real, Unifi, RealNetworks, Helix and RealPlayer are trademarks or
registered trademarks of RealNetworks, Inc.

Source: RealNetworks, Inc.

Vicki Fertnig, Mi liberty, +44-(0)-207-751-4444, vfertnig@miliberty.com

ViXS Launches the XConnex(TM) Brand for Networking and Communication Products

ViXS(®) XConnex(TM) supports complete system solutions, enables advanced home
networking and communications, and complements ViXS' media processing
XCode(TM) products

TORONTO, Sept. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire/ - ViXS Systems Inc. today announced a new
product category under the brand XConnex. XConnex products are focused
on developing advanced home networking and communication products
optimized to work with ViXS' video technologies in the XCode family of
networked media processing products.

"The XConnex brand is a strategic part of our product and technology
portfolio as it extends ViXS' leadership and capabilities in delivering
end-to-end system solutions," said Sally Daub, president and CEO of
ViXS Systems. "ViXS' customers will deliver cutting edge products more
quickly to market when they leverage the optimized platform that
combines ViXS' XConnex products, XCode media processors, and Xtensiv(TM) software suite."

The XConnex XC1020 Multimedia over Coax Alliance (MoCA)
Ethernet-over-Coax Bridge (ECB) announced by ViXS last month was the
first product to launch under the new brand. The XConnex XC1025 MoCA
1.1 companion IC is another new device in the XConnex portfolio.

The XC1025 can be paired with other System on Chip (SoC) solutions that
do not have an integrated MoCA and gives customers significant bill of
material advantages over existing solutions. The XC1025 has an
extensive feature list, including integrated Ethernet PHY, integrated
memory eliminating the need for external DDR memory, and an integrated
microprocessor providing end-to-end bridging with all firmware running
on the SoC.  The XC1025 supports the key features of MoCA 1.1, such as
175+ Mbps throughput, 16-node support, quality of service (QoS), packet
level encryption, and co-existence with cable or satellite services.

ViXS will be demonstrating the XConnex MoCA solution at IBC 2011.

Please contact the ViXS sales department at sales@vixs.com for samples, pricing and further information.

About ViXS Systems Inc.

ViXS is a multimedia solutions innovator providing technologies for
processing, managing, securing and distributing high quality video and
audio allowing seamless control, conversion, and connectivity between
many classes and sizes of digital entertainment devices.

ViXS supplies advanced System-on-Chip semiconductors, software solutions
and hardware reference designs for the world's top manufacturers of
Digital TVs, DVDs, Set-top boxes, Personal Video Recorders, PCs,
Network-Attached Storage devices, Residential/Home Gateways, Blu-ray
players/recorders, as well as Broadcast and Professional Equipment
OEMs.

ViXS is headquartered in Toronto, Canada with global operations and
offices in Europe, Asia and North America. ViXS has filed more than 275
patents worldwide with over 85 patents being issued to date. Listed for
four years running as one of Deloitte's fastest growing North American
companies, ViXS is setting new standards in the way digital
entertainment is viewed and transmitted across an endless array of
multimedia products.

The ViXS logo, XCode, Xtensiv and XConnex are trademarks and/or
registered trademarks of ViXS.

For more information on ViXS, please visit our website: www.vixs.com.

SOURCE  ViXS Systems Inc.

ViXS Systems Inc.

CONTACT:  David Jones, Tel: (416) 646-2000, E-mail: djones@vixs.com

EMC Teams Up With Adobe to Deliver Editing and Storage Technologies

Global Leader in Scale-Out NAS Joins Digital Design and Editing Solutions Leader to Provide Open, Scalable Media Workflow Solutions

AMSTERDAM, Sept. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Today at IBC 2011, EMC Corporation (NYSE: EMC) announced a collaboration with Adobe Systems Incorporated to deliver the Adobe® Creative Suite®5.5 Production Premium video production software with EMC Isilon scale-out NAS storage capabilities. As rich-media file sizes continue to dramatically increase and deadlines shorten, broadcast companies are demanding an integrated solution to help decrease time-to-market and reduce media production costs. Adobe and EMC bring collaborative editing software and high-capacity, scalable storage technologies that deliver flexibility and choice to media and broadcast customers.

EMC Isilon, the leading scale-out NAS storage solution, offers a scalable and simple-to-manage shared storage resource for every stage of the media workflow lifecycle. The EMC Isilon X-series is ideally configured to work with Adobe Premiere® Pro CS5.5 video editing software, and Adobe After Effects® CS5.5 software, the industry leading solution for creating sophisticated motion graphics and cinematic visual effects.

Adobe Premiere Pro CS5.5 enables users to edit video files in their native formats, eliminating time spent on converting files, and delivers unprecedented levels of open collaboration within design teams. EMC Isilon connects directly to Adobe Creative Suite 5.5 Production Premium and provides an open storage platform for Adobe users, combining editing, near-line and deep-archive capabilities in one system. The collaboration between EMC and Adobe enables customers to purchase editing and storage technologies individually, to address growing data concerns and during- and post-production editing needs independently of each other. 

"We are pleased to offer our customers a flexible, scalable, and comprehensive solution of video editing and best-in-class enterprise storage technologies that seamlessly bridge the gap between broadcast and enterprise IT," said Roger Frey, senior director of alliances and solutions marketing, EMC Isilon. "Isilon scale-out NAS enables users to quickly access the right files, and enjoy a new level of engagement with their data and real-time collaboration. Our work with Adobe provides choice and flexibility to our mutual customers, helping them reduce costs and grow revenues by reducing their time to market."

"Video editing and special effects creation are some of the most data-driven and complex processes in the fast-paced broadcast industry," said Simon Williams, head of strategic development, professional video team at Adobe. "Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects deliver unmatched flexibility in creating motion graphics, video effects, and real-time playback for video editing and reviews. EMC's leading scale-out NAS offerings for media and broadcast companies makes them a solid partner in enabling our customers to improve productivity and efficiency in cross platform editing workflows."

IBC is a leading international conference that attracts the top minds of the electronic entertainment industry. Please visit the EMC Isilon booth #7.H10 daily between 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. to watch an Adobe demo artist demonstrate Adobe Premiere Pro on Isilon, and learn how the combined technologies can address evolving workflows needs.

About Isilon

Isilon, a division of EMC, is the global leader in scale-out NAS. We deliver powerful yet simple solutions for enterprises that want to manage their data, not their storage. Isilon's products are simple to install, manage and scale, at any size. And, unlike traditional enterprise storage, Isilon stays simple no matter how much storage is added, how much performance is required or how business needs change in the future. We're challenging enterprises to think differently about their storage, because when they do, they'll recognize there's a better, simpler way. Learn what we mean at http://www.isilon.com.

About EMC

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

EMC and Isilon are trademarks or registered trademarks of EMC Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.  All other trademarks used are the property of their respective owners.

SOURCE  EMC Corporation

EMC Corporation

CONTACT: Chris Blessington of EMC Isilon, +1-206-777-7836, chris.blessington@isilon.com

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

MotionPortrait Puts on Sale "MagicalPhoto" iPhone Application Service, Making Photos Move in Realistic Way on Picture or Mirror

- Trigger Magic by Tracing with Fingertip! -

TOKYO, Sept. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- MotionPortrait, Inc. announced on September 9 that it began offering an iPhone application service, MagicalPhoto, on the same day.

(Photo: http://prw.kyodonews.jp/open/release.do?r 1109099076)

MagicalPhoto is an application that makes it easy to create moving pictures just like those used in the world of magic. Simply by importing a facial photo, a three-dimensional (3D) facial model is created automatically, allowing you to transform yourself into a witch and move around realistically on a picture or a mirror.

Also, the magic is triggered when you correctly trace patterns of a pre-registered magic square with a fingertip, displaying beautiful flames and creepy smoke effects. In addition, snap shots of the created data can be shared with friends, via e-mail, Facebook, Twitter and other media.

MagicalPhoto adopts the latest facial animation technology of MotionPortrait. Our company will continue to offer unique services that surprise and stimulate people, based on our one-of-a-kind MotionPortrait technologies.

Outline of MagicalPhoto

Application name: MagicalPhotoDate of release: September 9, 2011Price: $2.99Offered as iPhone applicationCompatible models: iPhone and iPod touch

About MotionPortrait, Inc.

Established in July 2007, the Tokyo-based company provides solutions for sales promotion tools, middleware for game consoles, mobile phones and other equipment, and interactive content, based on its proprietary MotionPortrait technology that instantaneously converts a photograph into 3D computer graphics to create 3D animations.

http://www.motionportrait.com/e/

MP Apps URL: http://labs.mppark.jp/apps/

    --  MotionPortrait is a registered trademark of MotionPortrait, Inc.
    --  iPhone and iPod Touch are trademarks of Apple Inc. registered in the
        United States and other countries.
    --  All other trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of
        respective owners.

Contact: Ryuhei Sadoshima PR&Sales teamMotionPortrait, Inc.Tel: +81-3-3440-7500 Fax: +81-3-3440-7590e-mail: otoiawase_mp@motionportrait.com Address: 7F Mitsuisumitomo Bank Gotanda Building,1-14-10, Higashi Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, 141-0022, Japan

SOURCE  MotionPortrait, Inc.

MotionPortrait, Inc.

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More Than 33,000 Job-Seeking Military Veterans Will Connect with Employers During Virtual Career Fair

Next Generation Approach to Veterans Recruitment and Hiring Takes Place Monday, September 12

CHICAGO, Sept. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- A unique virtual Veterans Career Fair will take place Monday, September 12, 2011.  Sponsored by Milicruit in cooperation with the Joining Forces initiative, this online event is free of charge to all active-duty service members, veterans and military spouses.

Job-seeking veterans simply log on from their computers to meet with at least 70 Fortune 1000 employers and government agencies from across the country.  The online job fair is open 24/7, so participants can visit employer booths, view and apply for jobs, download information and live chat with employer recruiters anytime, and from anywhere in the world.

Organizers of the online career fair are available for interviews to discuss this cutting edge approach to recruitment and hiring, and how it can help mitigate the unemployment crisis facing our nation's veteran population.  In addition, the virtual job fair environment on http://www.veteranscareerfair.com makes excellent B-roll footage.   

When & Where:

September 12, 2011
11 a.m. to 4 p.m. EDT
Online at http://www.veteranscareerfair.com
(Note: Following the virtual career fair, employer booths will remain open 24/7 online)

Who:

More than 33,000 veterans from around the world are registered to participate in the online job fair.  At least 70 Fortune 1000 employers are poised to answer questions, accept resumes and help connect veterans to promising employment opportunities. Participating employers represent in excess of 21,000 available jobs nationwide.  Supporting organizations include the Joining Forces, Military Officers Association of America, Hire Heroes USA, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America and the Wounded Warrior Project.

Why Is This Newsworthy?

President Obama and other government leaders are focusing intently on improving the veterans hiring landscape.  The unemployment rate for post 9/11 veterans is 12.4 percent (as of August 2011), and that figure is projected to worsen once 10,000 service members return from Afghanistan and 46,000 come home from Iraq by year's end. 

Milicruit's http://www.veteranscareerfair.com enables veteran job candidates and hiring managers to meet and interact in an online, three-dimensional setting, without the shortcomings of traditional brick and mortar job fairs, which are local, limited and often little more than a resume exchange.  Milicruit has revolutionized this recruiting environment by moving it online, allowing veteran job seekers to interact one-on-one with employers, all from the comfort and convenience of their computer.   

Media Contact:

To learn more, or to arrange interviews with Veterans Career Fair organizers, please contact:
Greta Menard: 202-423-7101; gmenard@conceptspr.com

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Milicruit

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