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RealNetworks "SuperPass" VIP Online Video Service Goes Mobile and More Social With Season Premiere of the CBS Reality Series BIG BROTHER on Thursday, July 7

-- BIG BROTHER fans can watch live behind-the-scenes content right from their smart phones or tablets

-- Expands conversation and social experiences for fans

SEATTLE, July 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- RealNetworks, Inc. (NASDAQ: RNWK) announced today the launch of the SuperPass online video service for the new season of the CBS reality show BIG BROTHER. Following the premiere episode of the new season of BIG BROTHER on July 7, registered fans on the SuperPass subscription service will have access to exclusive live streaming video from the BIG BROTHER house -and for the first time, access to live feeds and programming on smartphones and tablets.*

For the past 11 seasons, SuperPass has given subscribers exclusive access to live, unedited and uncut content - including full access to Big Brother - footage of extended dramatic moments, commentary, live events featuring current and former house members and exclusive surveillance-cam footage from the house.** This season SuperPass is going mobile for BIG BROTHER fans on the go.

"BIG BROTHER is a pioneer in reality TV and continues to break new ground by becoming the first reality show to provide a live mobile companion feed. We are very excited to work with CBS Interactive and deliver this mobile experience to our customers," said Michael McMurray, General Manager of Content Services at RealNetworks.

The new BIG BROTHER mobile app will be available for download on any Android-powered mobile device through the Android Market. The mobile app supports Android 2.2+.

At the same time SuperPass continues to increase the interactive and social-viewing opportunities for BIG BROTHER fans to engage during the season. "Through our partnership with ClipSync, a leader in social TV, we are increasing the depth and complexity of fan interaction throughout our service - enabling new ways for our customers to interact with the show, personalities and one another," added McMurray. In addition to exclusive access to live streaming video from inside the BIG BROTHER house and access to hours of new content over the 10-week season, subscribing fans will be able to participate in community viewing and conversation, audience voting, content sharing, trivia, tweets, games and access cast bios and photos.

Fans can subscribe to SuperPass from RealNetworks at http://www.real.com/bigbrother. A monthly subscription to SuperPass is $14.99. The mobile service is an optional add-on for $5/month or $10/3-months.

*Data and additional charges may apply.

**As in past years, CBS may block or delay the webcast for a limited time and other events that transpire in the house to preserve the drama for BIG BROTHER television viewers.)

The new season of BIG BROTHER premieres Thursday, July 7 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT on CBS. For more information about SuperPass go to http://www.superpass.real.com.

About RealNetworks

RealNetworks creates innovative applications and services that make it easy for people to connect with and enjoy digital media. RealNetworks invented the streaming media category 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. Corporate information is located at http://www.realnetworks.com/about-us

RealNetworks and SuperPass are trademarks or registered trademarks of RealNetworks, Inc. All other trademarks, names of actual companies and products mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners.

SOURCE  RealNetworks, Inc.

RealNetworks, Inc.

CONTACT: Betty Taylor of Krause Taylor Associates, +1-408-981-7551, bettyt@krause-taylor.com, for RealNetworks

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

TI unveils low-cost Sub-1 GHz RF Value Line product family

Two-chip bundle costs less than $1.00, enables long-range wireless connectivity for cost-sensitive, low-power applications such as toys, security systems and more

DALLAS, July 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) (NYSE: TXN), the industry leader in highly integrated wireless connectivity solutions and low-power sub-1 GHz radio frequency (RF) technology, today introduced a new Sub-1 GHz RF Value Line family, offering developers low-cost connectivity solutions for sub-1 GHz RF applications such as remote controls, toys, home and building automation, and security systems. The Sub-1 GHz RF Value Line family launched with the CC115L transmitter,CC113L receiver and CC110L transceiver, all available immediately. In high volume, the line offers a complete, one-way RF link for less than USD $1. The new devices are based on TI's Sub-1 GHz CC1101 RF technology, and are pin-, register- and code-compatible, as well as backwards compatible with existing sub-1 GHz systems. For more information, see http://www.ti.com/rfvalueline-pr.

"TI's new Sub-1 GHz RF Value Line answers the market's increasing need for simple, low-cost connectivity for applications that require both long battery life and long range wireless connection," said Erling Simensen, product marketing manager, Low-Power RF, TI. "Designs based on the Sub-1GHz RF Value Line family not only ease connectivity integration efforts for engineers, but promise wireless connectivity for more of  today's cost-sensitive consumer applications."

The CC11xLDK-868-915 and CC11xLEMK-433 development kits provide complete hardware performance testing and software development platforms for the new product family. The kits also offer new low-cost reference designs, with a compact PCB antenna for 433, 868, 915 MHz, featuring a reduced component count and complete design ready for FCC and ETSI certification. The small-size, compact PCB helix antenna represents only a quarter of the size of previous PCB antennas, and is useful for applications requiring high antenna efficiency in a compact area.

Sub-1 GHz RF Value Line family: Key features and benefits

    --  One-way RF link for USD $1 in high volumes (transmitter + receiver
        bundle)
    --  Complete design with reduced component count, ready for FCC and ETSI
        certification
        --  Low-cost reference design with compact PCB antenna
    --  Low-power, long battery life time:
        --  Fast startup-time  with 0.24ms from power down to RX or TX
        --  0.2 uA sleep current
    --  Flexible and backwards compatible with existing sub-1 GHz systems:
        --  Supports multiple modulation formats with 2-FSK, 4-FSK, GFSK and
            OOK.
        --  Programmable data rate from 0.6 to 600kbps
        --  Supports multiple frequency bands: 300-348, 387-464 and 779- 928 MHz
    --  Easy to switch between one-way and two-way solutions:
        --  Pin, register and code compatibility
    --  Long range communication: seamless integration with CC1190 range
        extender: gives up to + 27dBm output power and -120 dBm sensitivity, and
        up to +20 dBm output power without frequency hopping (FHSS) under FCC
    --  Compatible with CC1190 range extender, MSP430(TM) Value Line
        microcontroller, and TPS62730 Step Down Converter with Bypass Mode for
        Ultra Low Power Wireless Applications

Tools, availability, packaging and price

The Sub-1GHz RF Value Line is available today from TI and through authorized TI distributors. The solution is packaged in a ROHS-compliant, 4 mm x 4 mm QFN-32. Pricing starts at $0.75 in 1,000-unit quantities.

The new CC11xLDK-868-915 development kit is available today for USD $299 on TI's e-store. An additional CC11xLEMK-433 development kit is available for USD $99.

Find out more about TI's low-power RF and wireless connectivity solutions

    --  Order development kits and samples:  http://www.ti.com/rfvalueline-pr
    --  TI's Wireless Connectivity solutions: http://www.ti.com/wirelessconnectivity
    --  TI's wireless connectivity selection guide:
        http://www.ti.com/wirelessconnectivityguide
    --  TI E2E(TM) low-power RF & wireless connectivity community:
        http://www.ti.com/lprf-forum

About Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments semiconductor innovations help 80,000 customers unlock the possibilities of the world as it could be - smarter, safer, greener, healthier and more fun.  Our commitment to building a better future is ingrained in everything we do - from the responsible manufacturing of our semiconductors, to caring for our employees, to giving back inside our communities.  This is just the beginning of our story.  Learn more at http://www.ti.com.

Trademarks

TI E2E is a trademark of Texas Instruments. All other trademarks belong to their respective owners.

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CONTACT: Liv Lokka of Texas Instruments, +47 22958207, l.lokka@ti.com; or Melissa Haddad of GolinHarris, +1-972-341-2543, mhaddad@golinharris.com, for Texas Instruments Incorporated

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

mww.com More Accessible Than Ever With Launch of New Mobile Site

NEW YORK, July 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- MWW Group (http://www.mww.com), one of the top ten global independent public relations firms, announced today the launch of the new, enhanced mobile version of its website. Using the latest HTML 5 technology, the mobile site was designed and developed by Dialogue Digital, MWW Group's award-winning, in house digital marketing and visual branding practice.

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"Our new mobile site demonstrates the multidisciplinary role that PR is playing, enabling new opportunities for brands and companies to engage with their key stakeholders.  In many ways, the mobile platform is overshadowing the Web as people are increasingly looking to their mobile devices as their first source for gathering information," said Jared Hendler, executive vice president, global director of digital and creative services at MWW Group.

Hendler added, "With nearly 77 million Americans owning a Smartphone, accounting for a one in three penetration, according to comScore's new research report, it is all about access of information while mobile. In addition to making our own website more accessible than ever before, our new mobile site demonstrates the advance competencies in digital and visual branding that we are delivering to clients every day."

The new MWW Group mobile site allows users and clients to have on-the-go access to the latest news and information from the agency, as well as maps to its office locations via their smart phones. With the use of the latest HTML 5 technology, users can view the destination site with easy navigation, without having to download an actual application.  Any user who tries to access the site through their smart phone will be automatically directed to the mobile site for convenience.

In addition to the new mobile site, MWW has added QR ("quick response") codes to its business cards, as a mobile-friendly way to point people to its online resources.

The new MWW Mobile site can be accessed at: http://www.mww.com/mobile.

About MWW Group

MWW Group is one of the nation's top mid-sized public relations firms and one of the ten largest independent global agencies. The company is industry-recognized for its work in consumer lifestyle marketing, digital marketing and social media, corporate communications, public affairs and government relations, consumer technology, healthcare and visual branding.

Through its "Network PR" approach, MWW Group helps its clients re-architect the conversation surrounding their brands to increase trust and relevance and drive action among key stakeholders.  Among its numerous awards for client work, the agency has been recognized as 2011 "Midsize Agency of the Year" and 2010 "Strategic PR Agency of the Year" by the Holmes Report and has received accolades from PR News for "Team of the Year," "Digital Firm of the Year" and "Top Places to Work in PR."

To learn more about MWW Group, visit http://www.mww.com, Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.

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MWW Group

CONTACT: Mikaela Liboro, MWW Group, +1-212-704-9727, mliboro@mww.com

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

Level 3 Renews and Expands Agreement with Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association

Level 3 to Provide Advanced Services to Independent BCBSA Companies that Provide Health Coverage for One-in-Three Americans

BROOMFIELD, Colo., July 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Level 3 Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ:  LVLT) today announced that the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association has renewed its agreement with Level 3. The association, based in Chicago, provides healthcare coverage for nearly 98 million members - nearly a third of the U.S. population.

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Under the terms of the renewed two-year agreement, Level 3 will now offer content delivery network (CDN) and other managed services, including managed Ethernet access and protection against distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks to the independent Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies across the nation. Level 3 will also continue to provide BCBSA with voice, video and data services.

By enabling reliable, scalable and secure network services, Level 3 will better enable the BCBSA to stay ahead of the evolving demands of the healthcare industry, including the changing requirements of healthcare reform, new healthcare IT mandates from the federal stimulus package, as well as the growing focus on and demand for electronic medical records.

"For healthcare IT, the network is like the central nervous system - it's that important," said Andrew Crouch, president of Sales for Level 3. "Over the Level 3 network, Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies can support their customers with highly efficient customer service portals and contact center solutions while innovating with cloud computing applications, unified communications, and even regulatory compliance software."

With Level 3 serving as a BCBSA national provider for communications services, members' plans will now be able to provide services based on the pricing negotiated in the renewed contract, which include:

    --  Network connectivity to support data center networks, storage area
        networks and business continuity/disaster recovery networks as the
        adoption of electronic health records increases
    --  Wide area networking (WAN) services to support claims processing,
        websites and telemedicine
    --  Long-distance voice and advanced toll-free and local service to support
        contact centers
    --  Internet connectivity for remote workers, patients and customers to
        connect to Web portals
    --  SIP Trunking to accelerate unified communications for operational and
        cost efficiencies, enhanced internal and external communications

For more information on Level 3's advanced network and service offerings, visit http://www.level3.com.

About the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association

The Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association is a national federation of 39 independent, community-based and locally operated Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies that collectively provide healthcare coverage for nearly 98 million members - one-in-three Americans. For more information on the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association and its member companies, please visit http://www.BCBS.com.

About Level 3 Communications

Level 3 Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: LVLT) is a leading international provider of fiber-based communications services. Enterprise, content, wholesale and government customers rely on Level 3 to deliver services with an industry-leading combination of scalability and value over an end-to-end fiber network. Level 3 offers a portfolio of metro and long-haul services, including transport, data, Internet, content delivery and voice. For more information, visit http://www.Level3.com.

© Level 3 Communications, LLC.  All Rights Reserved.  Level 3, Level 3 Communications and the Level 3 Communications Logo  are either registered service marks or service marks of Level 3 Communications, LLC and/or one of its Affiliates in the United States and/or other countries.  Level 3 services are provided by wholly owned subsidiaries of Level 3 Communications, Inc.  Any other service names, product names, company names or logos included herein are the trademarks or service marks of their respective owners.

Forward-Looking Statement

Some of the statements made in this press release are forward looking in nature. These statements are based on management's current expectations or beliefs. These forward looking statements are not a guarantee of performance and are subject to a number of uncertainties and other factors, many of which are outside Level 3's control, which could cause actual events to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the statements. The most important factors that could prevent Level 3 from achieving its stated goals include, but are not limited to:  the current uncertainty in the global financial markets and the global economy; a discontinuation of the development and expansion of the Internet as a communications medium and marketplace for the distribution and consumption of data and video; and disruptions in the financial markets that could affect Level 3's ability to obtain additional financing.  Additional factors include, but are not limited to, the company's ability to: increase and maintain the volume of traffic on its network; develop effective business support systems; manage system and network failures or disruptions; develop new services that meet customer demands and generate acceptable margins; defend intellectual property and proprietary rights; adapt to rapid technological changes that lead to further competition; attract and retain qualified management and other personnel; successfully integrate acquisitions; and meet all of the terms and conditions of debt obligations. Additional information concerning these and other important factors can be found within Level 3's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Statements in this press release should be evaluated in light of these important factors. Level 3 is under no obligation to, and expressly disclaims any such obligation to, update or alter its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

    Contact Information

    Media:                      Investors:
    Monica Martinez             Mark Stoutenberg
    720-888-3991                720-888-2518
    Monica.Martinez@Level3.com  Mark.Stoutenberg@Level3.com

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

AT&T Expands Mobile Broadband Wireless Capacity at the Jersey Shore

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

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J., July 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Customers who live, work and play in Atlantic City and at several other shore points are expected to experience improved mobile broadband coverage and voice performance as a result of continued investment and innovation by AT&T. The company announced today that it has completed a key initiative in its ongoing efforts to enhance the wireless capacity and performance of its mobile broadband network throughout Atlantic and Cape May counties.

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

Areas benefiting from the boost in wireless capacity include:

    --  Atlantic County: Atlantic City, Ventnor, Brigantine, Margate,
        Pleasantville and Absecon
    --  Cape May County: Wildwood, Ocean City and Cape May

"Delivering dependable wireless coverage for consumers and businesses needing to stay connected is our ultimate objective," said J. Michael Schweder, AT&T President New Jersey. "AT&T's ongoing investments in the state, including those in Atlantic and Cape May Counties, will help ensure that our customers have access to the wireless services that help drive economic growth in New Jersey. And we have even bigger plans for New Jersey's future. Our recently announced agreement to acquire T-Mobile USA will strengthen and expand our network in New Jersey. Once approved, this deal will enable AT&T to expand our deployment of the next generation of mobile broadband - 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) - from our current plan of 80 percent of the U.S. population to more than 97 percent."

"Whether driving to the shore, on the beach or on the Boardwalk our goal is for our customers to have an extraordinary experience. As part of the Jersey shore community, we're always looking for new opportunities to provide an enhanced customer experience and our investment in the local wireless network is just one way we're accomplishing that," said Tiffany Baehman, vice president and general manager, AT&T greater Philadelphia market.

AT&T's mobile broadband network is based on the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) family of technologies that includes GSM and UMTS, the most widely used wireless network platforms in the world. AT&T has the best international coverage of any U.S. wireless provider, providing access to voice service in more than 220 countries and data service in more than 200 countries.

AT&T also operates the nation's largest Wi-Fi network** with more than 24,000 hotspots in the U.S. and provides access to more than 135,000 hotspots globally through roaming agreements. Most AT&T smartphone customers get access to our entire national Wi-Fi network at no additional cost, and Wi-Fi usage doesn't count against customers' monthly wireless data plans.

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

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

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

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

About AT&T

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

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

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

Cautionary Language Concerning Forward-Looking Statements

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

SOURCE  AT&T Inc.

AT&T Inc.

CONTACT: Brandy Bell-Truskey of AT&T Corporate Communications, +1-610-995-5569, Mobile, +1-610-322-3461, brandy.bell-truskey@att.com

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

Charity Dynamics Empowers American Cancer Society Relay for Life Participants to Raise Fundraising Bar With New iPhone App

Relay Participants Using Boundless Fundraising(TM) Mobile Application Reap 180 Percent More in Donations Compared to Peers Not Using the App

AUSTIN, Texas, July 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- American Cancer Society's signature fundraising event, Relay For Life, achieved a significant mobile fundraising boost during the 2011 spring event season following the launch of its new iPhone® app designed by Charity Dynamics.

Data released today by Charity Dynamics, a provider of comprehensive online marketing and fundraising solutions for nonprofits, shows that event participants who used the new Relay For Life mobile app raised 180 percent more than individuals who fundraised without the application. The results were taken from a sampling of 2011 Relay events, and also revealed that participants using iPhones to fundraise:

    --  Collected almost three times (3x) as many individual gifts as
        participants who fundraised but did not use the application;
    --  Set their fundraising goal 162 percent higher on average than their
        peers; and
    --  Were more than twice (2x) as likely to update their online personal
        fundraising pages.

Additionally, returning Relay participants using the iPhone app raised 58 percent more in 2011 than they did the previous year, compared to only an 18 percent increase for fundraisers not using the app. Full details can be found in Charity Dynamics' Relay For Life case study.

"We were thrilled to offer a Relay For Life mobile application to our participants for the first time, and saw a lot of enthusiasm among individuals who were using it," said Shannon Bridges, Director, Relay For Life Online Events. "The results from Charity Dynamics helped us further realize that our new mobile app was empowering our strongest fundraisers to be even stronger. We're excited to see what year two brings as we expand beyond the iPhone market and integrate the mobile apps with our Facebook application."

American Cancer Society's Relay For Life iPhone app is available for free to any individual who registers online for a Relay event. The app allows participants to: track their fundraising progress, easily update their personal fundraising page, view a list of their donors, send email fundraising appeals to their networks, and stay updated on important Relay event details.

"By offering a mobile application for its 2011 events, Relay For Life was able to increase engagement among participants while empowering them to be more ambitious and effective fundraisers," said Donna Wilkins, president of Charity Dynamics. "The key to effective peer-to-peer fundraising is to make the entire process as easy as possible for participants and their networks of donors, and the results from Relay's spring event season strongly confirm that when organizations do this, exceptional fundraising results will follow."

About Charity Dynamics

Charity Dynamics provides comprehensive online solutions for nonprofit organizations. From strategy to implementation and beyond, Charity Dynamics partners with clients of all sizes to deliver the services, software, and support they need to get the results they want. Organizations using the company's innovative social networking application, Boundless Fundraising, have raised more than $100 million directly through the application in less than 3 years. In addition to the American Cancer Society, Charity Dynamics' clients include The ALS Association, Chesapeake Bay Foundation, National Multiple Sclerosis Society and The Salvation Army. For more information, please visit http://www.charitydynamics.com.

SOURCE  Charity Dynamics

Charity Dynamics

CONTACT: Thomas Aitchison of Charity Dynamics, +1-512-826-6161, thomas.aitchison@charitydynamics.com

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

Connect on the Go with New AT&T USBConnect Force 4G

USB Modem Debuts at No Cost with Contract July 17

DALLAS, July 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --

Key Facts

    --  Customers can purchase the USBConnect Force 4G* at no cost with a
        two-year agreement starting July 17** at AT&T***.
    --  Customers who prefer a pre-paid DataConnect Pass can choose the
        USBConnect Force 4G for $89.99 and can choose data plan options via a
        built-in activation process.
    --  Expandable memory slot supports microSD cards up to 32 GB.
    --  Unlimited Wi-Fi access to more than 24,000 AT&T Hot Spots, with a
        qualifying domestic data plan.
    --  Data roaming services (email and Web browsing) available in more than
        200 countries.

Customer Benefits

Developed by Huawei, the AT&T USBConnect Force 4G connects your laptop to the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, allowing customers to access email, browse the Internet, download presentations, attachments and more when they're on the go.

Customers simply plug the AT&T USBConnect Force 4G into a USB port on a laptop and follow the intuitive installation instructions to get started whether activating a prepaid DataConnect Pass or after signing up for a post-paid plan. In addition to 4G speeds and an expandable memory slot, the device supports unlimited Wi-Fi usage on the entire national AT&T Wi-Fi Hot Spot network with a qualifying domestic data plan****.  AT&T customers traveling abroad also enjoy data services in more than 200 countries*****.

Available Data Plans

With a two-year agreement, customers can access 5G of data for $50/month.  Prepaid customers can choose one of the following DataConnect Pass packages with no long-term contract.

    --  Day: $15 for 100MB
    --  Week: $30 for 300MB
    --  Month: $50 for 1GB

The data package purchased can only be used for the corresponding duration associated with that value. Customers can pay with credit, debit or a refill card depending on their preference*****.

Quotes

"The AT&T USBConnect Force 4G is a very affordable option for customers who want to quickly access the Internet while they're mobile," said Mike Woodward, vice president, Mobile Phone Portfolio, AT&T Mobility and Consumer Markets. "Whether surfing the web or working on-the-go, AT&T customers can rely on the nation's fastest mobile broadband network."

Specifications

    --  HSPA/HSPA+ (850/1900/2100 MHz)
    --  EDGE/GPRS (850/900/1800/1900 MHz)
    --  3.43" L x 1.16" W x 0.64"D; 1.13 ounces
    --  LED status indicators
    --  Integrated microSD card slot (up to 32 GB)
    --  Windows® XP SP3, Windows Vista®, Windows 7 compatible
    --  Mac® OS X v10.5 or later

Learn more about AT&T USBConnect Force 4G at http://www.att.com/ATTUSBConnectForce4G.

*4G speeds delivered by HSPA+ with enhanced backhaul. Available in limited areas.  Availability increasing with ongoing backhaul deployment. Requires 4G device. Learn more at att.com/network.

**Limited-time offer.  Mobile broadband and other coverage not available in all areas.    Requires two-year agreement with a minimum $50 a month 5 GB DataConnect Plan with an overage rate of $10 per GB provided, if the monthly data allowance is exceeded. Up to $36 Activation Fee applies. Subscriber must live & have a mailing addr. within AT&T's owned wireless network coverage area.  Other restrictions apply.  Early Termination Fee: None if cancelled in the first 30 days, but up to $35 restocking fee may apply to returns; thereafter up to $325. Some agents impose additional fees.   Sales tax calculated based on price of unactivated equipment.

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

****Wi-Fi enabled device required.  Access includes AT&T Wi-Fi Basic.  Other restrictions apply.  See attwifi.com for details and locations.

***** DataConnect Pass domestic plans can only be used on AT&T's wireless network and not with other domestic wireless networks.  Requires laptop or netbook with aircard/connect card capable of working on AT&T's wireless network; Internet access to sign up; and a new SIM card. Time begins expiring immediately upon activation, whether you are using the service or not. DataConnect Pass session fees are non-refundable. Refund policy may vary by place of purchase. Once your time expires or the allotted data is used, whichever occurs first, your data access will cease. For complete terms and conditions, see a store representative or see Session Based Wireless Data Services Agreement at att.com/wirelesslegal.

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

About AT&T

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

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

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

SOURCE  AT&T Inc.

AT&T Inc.

CONTACT: Evita Broughton, +1-404-986-1810, evita.broughton@att.com

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

When It's a Question of Email Security, Encryptics® Is the Answer

DALLAS, July 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- NL Systems LLC Chief Operations Officer/Chief Technology Officer, Brandon Hart, will announce the launch of its latest product, Encryptics®, at FOSE (Federal Office Systems Exposition), July 19-21, 2011 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington D.C. Booth #837.

(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110707/DA31280LOGO)

FOSE, the country's largest government information technology event, celebrates its 35th year. It brings more than 10,000 senior-level IT decision makers from federal, state, local and international government together to learn, network, and evaluate solutions from over 400 industry partners.

Hart said, "Encryptics is a Trusted Peer-to-Peer® platform for the safe delivery of digital information via email. Many other encryption applications are simply server-based. The Encryptics email encryption application is the first trusted peer-to-peer option on the market. This means the email content never resides on Encryptics servers, instead it travels directly from the author/sender to the recipient(s). Encryptics servers are utilized only for user authentication and validation.

"We chose FOSE to introduce Encryptics because this audience is acutely aware that, as the backbone of government and corporate electronic communications, emails must be secure. Most companies spend lots of time and money on anti-virus software, firewalls, and passwords to protect their computer systems from hackers. Increasingly, they are seeing a need to protect their incoming and outgoing emails from security breaches. This is especially true for government agencies, hospitals, insurance companies, and financial institutions, handling information that must be kept private."

Encryptics can send encrypted emails through email clients or Internet-based services including Microsoft Outlook(TM), Gmail, Yahoo Mail Plus, AOL, and more. For those desiring an alternative email application, Encryptics has a fully functioning email client.

"We're different for a number of reasons: the Encryptics application secures a new message as soon as the sender makes the request. All of the keys are generated on the fly by both the software that's installed on the PC and the server that's utilized for authentication and key generation. Our system utilizes multiple keys, including public and private, to secure the email and its attachments. We utilize multiple layers of encryption, including military-grade, to lock down your digital communications. In theory, it would require a device that could check a billion billion AES keys per second (if such a device could even be made) about 3x10 to the 51st power in years to exhaust the total number of possible keys.

"We offer True Digital Rights Management (DRM) allowing the sender to apply restrictions to their email so that when the recipient receives it, the software knows whether or not they are allowed to copy, forward, print, or save it. Your email message, DRM settings, unique AES 256 key, and other pertinent information is ultimately bundled into a proprietary .SAFE file, then sent to the recipient(s).

"Because we utilize an authentication server we have the ability to control access to the encrypted emails at any given time. If a client loses a laptop, our administrator can deactivate that specific piece of hardware. One of the things we do that's unique is ensure that the party receiving the email is truly the one intended by the sender. During the installation of Encryptics, we create a Digital Signature, or a hardware ID, for the PC you are registering. We know that the person opening your secure .SAFE file is who you intended to open it. Without proper authentication from the Encryptics server, the user cannot open the message. The process of attempting to open a message when you are not a valid recipient triggers a 'red flag' as a possible email breach. This is important, particularly in instances of attempted hacking. Let's say cybercriminals create a false website, and visitors to the site enter their information, Encryptics Hardware ID protects. Even if hackers have an email address and password our .SAFE file won't open because the request is coming from a PC that is not authorized. That's Encryptics."

For more information visit http://www.encryptics.com, call 877.454.7595 support@encryptics.com

FOSE Booth #837

SOURCE  Encryptics

Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110707/DA31280LOGO
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Encryptics

CONTACT: Vicki Young, +1-214-948-5940, cell, +1-214-533-1584, fax, +1-214-948-6940, vicki@theyoungcompany.net

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

Arizona State University Selects Blackboard for Major Engagement in Student Services

Strategic Partnership Will Support Students in all Areas of Campus Life

WASHINGTON, July 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- In an effort to provide its community with the best in technology, service and support, Arizona State University (ASU) has selected Blackboard (Nasdaq: BBBB) to provide support for students, faculty and staff  in all areas of campus life, from financial aid and human resources to academic technology and IT, the company announced today.

The partnership enables ASU to provide cutting-edge customer service and increased operational efficiency while accommodating continued enrollment growth. Working with Blackboard Student Services(SM), ASU aims to resolve 50 percent of all support requests through self-service - more than triple the industry average. To reach the goal, the university community will gain access to a wide range of on demand services that can help them complete routine tasks more quickly and free up the institution's administrative offices to continue to develop the kind of innovative services that have led to its current record retention and graduation numbers.

"We are always looking for ways to better serve our community and improve the experience at ASU - and expanding our partnership with Blackboard Student Services means our community will have access to the highest quality support based on Blackboard's innovative and progressive use of technology," said Gordon Wishon, chief information officer at Arizona State University. "We are pleased to have a partner like Blackboard that can help us manage the costs of supporting a growing community over the long-term."

With the new system, students can get updates on the status of their financial aid applications or awards online or through a fully automated phone system. An online helpdesk allows students to access IT support information, search for guided tutorials and get help through live chat. Students and faculty will also be able to leverage a new system that greatly speeds the process of identifying and dispatching assistance for issues with facilities or equipment that may delay or cancel class - no small feat at a university with four campuses that serve more than 70,000 students.

The expanded partnership will also enable key university offices, including Human Resources, to provide better service to faculty and staff, especially for high-volume, routine administrative inquiries like employee verification questions. Faculty and staff will also be able to access information through a wide variety of channels, including Web self-service and automated phone interactions. 

ASU has also recently moved to Blackboard Learn(TM), Release 9.1 for its learning management platform, and will leverage Blackboard Student Services to provide helpdesk support to users.

ASU's selection of Blackboard Student Services was informed by a proprietary evaluation process developed by the university that goes beyond comparing competitive strengths, capabilities and pricing to emphasize indicators that predict long-term, measurable success. As part of the new partnership, Blackboard and ASU will seek direct feedback from campus constituents to refine the new services and tools to ensure that their adoption grows and that the service experience on campus is constantly improving.

"We value our ongoing partnership with ASU, and through our work together in using technology to provide support services to the institution we are working to build a better education experience," said Craig Chanoff, general manager of Blackboard Student Services. "This partnership is one of the most comprehensive, technologically progressive support partnerships in education right now, designed to the meet the high expectations of the 21st century student in a scalable model."

Launched earlier this year with the acquisition of Presidium Inc., a leading provider of administrative and academic support services to hundreds of colleges and universities, Blackboard Student Services supports all aspects of the student lifecycle, including admissions and enrollment, financial aid, student accounts and IT helpdesks.

For more information about Blackboard Student Services, please visit http://www.blackboard.com/StudentServices. 

About Blackboard Inc.

Blackboard Inc. (Nasdaq: BBBB) is a global leader in enterprise technology and innovative solutions that improve the experience of millions of students and learners around the world every day. Blackboard's solutions allow thousands of higher education, K-12, professional, corporate, and government organizations to extend teaching and learning online, facilitate campus commerce and security, and communicate more effectively with their communities. Founded in 1997, Blackboard is headquartered in Washington, D.C., with offices in North America, Europe, Asia and Australia.

Any statements in this press release about future expectations, plans and prospects for Blackboard and other statements containing the words "believes," "anticipates," "plans," "expects," "will," and similar expressions, constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Actual results may differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements as a result of various important factors, including the factors discussed in the "Risk Factors" section of our Form 10-K filed on February 18, 2011 and Form 10-Q filed on May 9, 2011 with the SEC. In addition, the forward-looking statements included in this press release represent the Company's views as of July 7, 2011. The Company anticipates that subsequent events and developments will cause the Company's views to change. However, while the Company may elect to update these forward-looking statements at some point in the future, the Company specifically disclaims any obligation to do so. These forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as representing the Company's views as of any date subsequent to July 7, 2011.

SOURCE  Blackboard Inc.

Blackboard Inc.

CONTACT: Matthew Maurer, Blackboard Inc., +1-202-463-4860 ext. 2637, matthew.maurer@blackboard.com

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

Verizon Wireless Introduces the Next Generation DROID Delivering Power and Performance: The DROID 3 By Motorola

Full Keyboard, No Compromises; DROID 3 by Motorola Available Online Today

BASKING RIDGE, N.J., and LIBERTYVILLE, Ill., July 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless and Motorola Mobility, Inc. (NYSE: MMI), today announced the new Android(TM)-powered DROID 3 by Motorola, a global smartphone that delivers power for work and play without making compromises.

DROID 3 by Motorola is the world's thinnest full QWERTY smartphone, and still delivers the power of a dual-core 1 GHz processor for fast multi-tasking.  Customers can take stunning photos with the 8-megapixel camera or capture the moment in 1080p HD video. Equipped with Android 2.3, the DROID 3 by Motorola features a brilliant 4-inch qHD display, a roomy 5-row QWERTY keyboard and 3G Mobile Hotspot capabilities, with the ability to connect up to five Wi-Fi-enabled devices.  DROID 3 by Motorola delivers the power needed to conquer the day whether customers are at home, work or somewhere in between.

Additional features:

    --  Powered by Android(TM) 2.3 Gingerbread
    --  Mirror mode allows you to view and share photos, videos and movies on a
        larger TV via HDMI output (requires HDMI cable)
    --  Global ready, allowing customers to enjoy wireless voice and data
        service in more than 200 countries, including more than 125 with 3G
        speeds
    --  Enterprise ready with advanced security policies, device and SD card
        encryption, complex password support, remote data wipe of device and SD
        card; document and presentation viewing and editing with Quickoffice(®)
    --  Citrix(®) GoToMeeting(®) for Android, gives users the ability to
        attend online meetings while on-the-go, and Citrix Receiver(®) for
        Android, a universal software client that allows companies to deliver
        corporate apps, desktops and data to any corporate- or employee-owned
        device
    --  ESP smart dock technology for a tailored experience based on whether
        DROID 3 is docked in home, office or car settings
    --  Adobe(®) Flash(®) Player 10
    --  Front-facing camera for still shots and video chat
    --  Video playback in 1080p HD in mirror mode

Pricing and availability:

    --  DROID 3 by Motorola is now available online at http://www.verizonwireless.com,
        and will be available in Verizon Wireless Communications Stores by July
        14 for $199.99 with a new two-year customer agreement.
    --  Customers that purchase a DROID 3 will need to subscribe to a Verizon
        Wireless Nationwide Talk plan and a smartphone data package.  New
        Verizon Wireless customers will have the option of smartphone plans
        starting at $30 for 2GB of data. Current Verizon Wireless smartphone
        customers who are upgrading their smartphone can keep their current data
        plan.

For more information on Verizon Wireless products and services, visit a Verizon Wireless Communications Store, call 1-800-2 JOIN IN or go to http://www.verizonwireless.com.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's fastest, most advanced 4G network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves 104 million total wireless connections, including more than 88 million retail customers.  Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 85,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD).  For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

About Motorola Mobility

Motorola Mobility, Inc. (NYSE: MMI) fuses innovative technology with human insights to create experiences that simplify, connect and enrich people's lives. Our portfolio includes converged mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets; wireless accessories; end-to-end video and data delivery; and management solutions, including set-tops and data-access devices. For more information, visit motorola.com/mobility.

MOTOROLA and the Stylized M Logo are registered trademarks of Motorola Trademark Holdings, LLC.  Facebook is a trademark of Facebook, Inc. Adobe and Adobe Flash are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and other countries.  Android is a trademark of Google, Inc.  All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.   © 2011 Motorola Mobility, Inc. All rights reserved.

SOURCE  Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless

CONTACT: Albert Aydin, Verizon Wireless, +1-908-559-7513, Albert.Aydin@verizonwireless.com; or Danielle McNally, Motorola Mobility, +1-312-613-7021, danielle.mcnally@motorola.com

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

King.com Launches Miner Speed For Android, Announces New Facebook Game, Mahjong Saga

King.com Further Extends Cross-Platform Reach with Addition of Android Game

LOS ANGELES and LONDON, July 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading cross-platform social games company King.com today announced the launch of Miner Speed for Android, along with its newest game, Mahjong Saga, which premieres on Facebook. The release of Miner Speed furthers King.com's cross-platform reach, making its titles even more accessible with the addition of the Android platform.

"With more than 500,000 Android devices currently being activated on a daily basis, the launch of Miner Speed for Android provides users even more access to experience our social games.  As the fastest growing and most widely used operating system - now owning 36 percent of the worldwide mobile marketplace - we are now able to connect to millions of potential new users," said Riccardo Zacconi, CEO, King.com. "Entering the Android arena with Miner Speed is another testament to our team's mission to give users the games they want, anywhere and anytime, on any device or platform."

Miner Speed is King.com's popular jewel-switcher game that has already seen more than 50 million gameplays per month across Facebook and King.com, and more than 200 years of total playing time on iOS since its launch less than nine weeks ago. Miner Speed is an addictive game that challenges users to switch jewels to increase their multiplier by making big combinations. Players who match as many jewels as quickly as possible have the best chance of achieving the high score. In the new Android app, users can play with friends via Facebook Connect, or offline to hone their skills for tournament gameplay on Facebook or King.com. The game uses Google Checkout for in-app purchasing.

Mahjong Saga is a fun, social and challenging version of the popular Mahjong game, where users follow the lead of a Sensei Panda through an exciting adventure featuring more than 100 levels. Mahjong Saga is a new game IP for King.com that combines the best of King.com's other Mahjong games into one awesome adventure customized for Facebook.

Miner Speed for Android is free and can be downloaded at:https://market.android.com/details?id=com.midasplayer.minerspeed. The free iOS version can be found at:

http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/miner-speed/id423520924?mt=8.

Mahjong Saga for Facebook can be played at:

http://apps.facebook.com/mahjongsaga

To become a part of the King.com community and get a taste of some of the world's most popular games, please visit us at http://www.king.com or http://apps.facebook.com/king_com/.

About King.com:

With over 27 million unique visitors and more than 800 million games played per month globally, King.com is a leading developer of cross-platform casual games. King.com offers more than 200 exclusive games in 14 languages across the globe through its premier destination, King.com (http://www.king.com), on Facebook and on mobile devices.  King.com is the exclusive provider of online games for leading global portals, websites and media companies. King.com has offices in London, Hamburg, Stockholm, Milan and Los Angeles. For more information, please visit http://www.king.com.

Media Contact:

Paul Brady
Consort Partners
king@consortpartners.com
Tel: +1 646 491 2777

SOURCE  King.com

King.com

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

Cisco Healthcare Germany Selects Ekahau as its Strategic RTLS Partner

RESTON, Virginia, July 7, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    Ekahau, the worldwide leader in high performance Wi-Fi-based Real Time
Location Systems (RTLS)
[http://www.ekahau.com/products/real-time-location-system/overview.html ],
today announced a strategic cooperation with Cisco Healthcare in Germany.
Ekahau is already a member of the Cisco Developer Network (CDN) and Ekahau
RTLS solution is CCX- (Cisco Compatible Extensions) and Cisco Assurewave
-certified. On this basis, Ekahau has implemented advanced features in
supporting Cisco wireless infrastructure and leveraging Cisco's open API
interfaces, and companies have therefore decided to work in a closer
partnership in the German healthcare market.

    (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20090513/347052 )

    "Cisco Healthcare Germany decided to engage in a strategic partnership
with Ekahau because of their advanced technology and the cost-effective
overall solution. Another reason for this choice was the fact that here in
Germany Ekahau provides all its services in German, which is considered as
an important precondition for our cooperation," says Axel Barthel, Account
Manager Healthcare with Cisco Healthcare Germany. The cooperation between
Ekahau and Cisco Healthcare Germany provides the following benefits to the
customers:

   
    - Strong joint Partner ecosystem enabling innovative overall
      solutions in the healthcare market
    - Certified and tested interoperability
    - Future-proof investments relying on two market and innovation
      leaders
    - Simple operation of the joint-solution to ensure maximum
      customer value

    Following the joint appearance of Cisco and Ekahau at the ConHit Berlin
conference in April, the next joint presentation in Germany is planned for
the Medica conference in Duesseldorf in November.

    "We are very glad about the cooperation with Cisco Healthcare Germany,"
says Dirk Lenz, Ekahau's Regional Manager of Central and Eastern Europe. "We
have already had excellent cooperation in the recent years and we will now
continue to expand the partnership." In cooperation with Cisco Healthcare
Germany and their service partners, several Ekahau RTLS solutions are
already installed in several German hospitals.

    For more information about Ekahau please visit:
http://www.ekahau.com/why-ekahau.html

    About Ekahau Inc.

    Ekahau Inc. is the industry leader in providing Wi-Fi based RTLS
solutions. Ekahau's customers, including several Fortune 500 companies
worldwide, are realizing the benefits of Wi-Fi based location services and
innovative Wi-Fi network planning and optimization tools. Ekahau partners
include wireless software developers, leading system integrators, and
international OEM partners, who develop and market wireless enterprise
applications. Ekahau is a U.S. based corporation, with offices in Saratoga,
CA; Reston, VA; Helsinki, Finland; and Hong Kong, China. For more
information about Ekahau, please visit at http://www.ekahau.com.

Source: Ekahau Inc.

Press Contact: Janina Rogge, Kafka Kommunikation GmbH &Co KG, +49(0)89-74-74-70-58-0, jrogge@kafka-kommunikation.de ; Annina Pierson, Marketing Direktor, Ekahau, +358-20-743-5910, annina.pierson@ekahau.com

Verizon Wireless Makes it Easy for Customers to Monitor and Manage Data Usage

Data Alerts for Smartphones Latest Addition in Account Management Lineup

BASKING RIDGE, N.J., July 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless smartphone and tablet customers have a variety of ways to monitor and manage their wireless data usage, including new text message alerts that will be sent to smartphone customers to help them keep track of monthly domestic data usage.

Starting this week, smartphone users will begin to receive free text message alerts when their data usage crosses thresholds of 50 percent, 75 percent, 90 percent, 100 percent and 110 percent of their data plans' monthly allowances.  Customers who are registered with My Verizon, the online account management tool, may also request email alerts and can add up to three additional email addresses to receive the notifications.  My Verizon users also have the option of suppressing the 50 percent and 75 percent alerts.  Email alerts for the same threshold levels are already available to tablet, netbook, PC card and Mobile Broadband device customers on usage-based plans.

Verizon Wireless offers a variety of free tools that customers can use to monitor and manage their accounts, including:

    --  #DATA - Customers can check data usage by dialing #DATA and pressing
        send from Verizon Wireless phones to receive a free text message with
        the information.
    --  My Verizon and My Verizon Mobile - Customers can monitor data usage
        directly from their handsets via My Verizon Mobile or online through My
        Verizon.
    --  Data Usage Calculator - At verizonwireless.com, customers can learn
        about common features and activities that utilize data and determine
        estimated total monthly data usage using the Data Usage Calculator. It
        can be found by simply searching for "data usage calculator" on the
        Verizon Wireless website.
    --  Data Usage Widget - Customers with data plans also can download a Data
        Usage Widget to most Android(TM) smartphones, BlackBerry® devices and
        tablets.  The widget tracks usage with a quick glance at the phone
        screen and with one click connects to the customer's My Verizon Mobile
        account.

Video Guides Available

Verizon Wireless has developed a series of video guides that offer tips for customers on how to manage their wireless lives, including:

    --  "It's Easy To Track Your Wireless Usage" highlights easy ways for
        customers to check and monitor usage.
    --  "Tips For Traveling Overseas" features tips for customers on how to
        prepare their phones for overseas travel.
    --  "Controlling Wireless Usage" demonstrates how customers can use Usage
        Controls to easily monitor wireless usage for each line on their
        accounts.
    --  "Managing Wireless Access: Content Filters" showcases features of
        Content Filters that allow customers to make sure wireless content is
        age-appropriate.

Customers can also visit Verizon Wireless Support to view "How To" videos with step-by-step directions on different aspects of account management.

For more information about Verizon Wireless, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's fastest, most advanced 4G network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves 104 million total wireless connections, including more than 88 million retail customers.  Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 85,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD).  For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

SOURCE  Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless

CONTACT: Brenda Raney, Verizon Wireless, +1-908-559-7518, Brenda.Raney@verizonwireless.com

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

4Easysoft Announces Update of Free Blu-ray Ripper with New Software Kernel

BEIJING, July 7, 2011 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- If you want to watch the movies stored in your Blu-ray discs on your portable media players, you need professional Blu-ray ripping software to help you rip your Blu-ray disc to popular video/audio files. Now 4Easysoft updates the Free Blu-ray Ripper with a new software kernel.

New Features of the Free Blu-ray Ripper

    --  Improves the Blu-ray and DVD parsing ability;
    --  Speeds up the Blu-ray ripping process;
    --  Supports more popular portable devices (mobile phone, MP4 player, iPod
        touch, iPhone, iPad, PSP, Android tablet)

4Easysoft provides users with a totally Free Blu-ray Ripper, which can assist users to convert any Blu-ray movie to nearly all popular video and audio formats with outstanding output quality. And, this software owns the ability of removing DRM protections from your Blu-ray disc to help you freely rip the BD. Besides ripping Blu-ray, this Free Blu-ray Ripper can also convert DVD and video files to other video/audio formats conveniently.

Moreover, this software allows users to join different Blu-ray playlists, DVD titles/chapters, and video files together, and output a single video file. Also, you can choose audio track and subtitles available on the Blu-ray movie for the output video file.

4Easysoft Free Blu-ray Ripper is definitely the best assistant tool to help you rip Blu-ray to video/audio files. You just need to "Like" 4Easysoft on Facebook, and then you can download this software absolutely free. For more information, please visit: http://www.4easysoft.com/free-download/free-blu-ray-ripper.html.

System Requirements

OS Supported: Windows NT4/2000/2003/XP and Windows Vista, Windows 7

Hardware Requirements: 800MHz Intel or AMD CPU, or above; 512MB RAM or more

About 4Easysoft Studio

4Easysoft Studio has been making constant efforts for the R&D of multimedia software. Tens of millions of clients across the globe have enjoyed much benefit from its hundreds of electronic software. With the harmonious, practical and creative attitude, 4Easysoft Studio will spare no effort to offer the best multimedia applications that will satisfy multimedia users all over the world with the latest, best and most convenient service. With 4Easysoft Studio, user satisfaction is the best honor.

For more details about 4Easysoft Studio, please visit: http://www.4easysoft.com.

SOURCE  Harbour Software

Harbour Software

CONTACT: George Miller,  +86-131-4638-1763, pr@4easysoft.com

Web Site: http://www.4easysoft.com

Glu Colonizes Space with New Intergalactic Builder Game for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch

Space City now available on the App Store

SAN FRANCISCO, July 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Glu Mobile Inc. (Nasdaq: GLUU), a leading global publisher of 3D social mobile games for smartphone and tablet devices, today announced its Space City App for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch is now available on the App Store. Space City is Glu's first fully 3D city building game with a galactic spin.

In Space City, players get to colonize and transform a small lonely asteroid into a thriving inter-orbit community. Restaurants, entertainment and shopping malls--complete with a fresh and light retro look, jazzy music and colorful graphics--are available at a player's disposal to help them build a city that attracts the galaxy's various exotic inhabitants. Each alien visitor comes with unique gameplay benefits, providing a steady flow of incentives for players to continue to build and maintain the most attractive city in the galaxy.

"It is very exciting to take a familiar genre and innovate with full 3D, great depth of visuals and social features," said Giancarlo Mori, Glu's Chief Creative Officer. "Space City's incredible depth, quality of graphics and breadth of gameplay will certainly make Space City fun for everyone."

Features of Space City include:

    --  Build in Space: Players manage their own interstellar city and try to
        become the top destination in the galaxy.
    --  Customize Your City: Players have the ability to customize their city by
        building restaurants, entertainment venues and great shopping stores,
        all in an attempt to attract different alien species to visit.
    --  Visitor Benefits: Players earn new gameplay benefits and rewards for
        each alien that visits their city.
    --  Play with friends: Players can visit their friends' cities to earn daily
        bonuses or leave them gifts.
    --  Interact and Explore: Players can explore their thriving city in true 3D
        by using the zoom, accelerometer and gyroscope features of iPad, iPhone
        and iPod touch.

The Space City App is available for free from the App Store on iPad, iPhone and iPod touch, or at http://www.itunes.com/appstore/.

About Glu Mobile

Glu Mobile (NASDAQ:GLUU) is a leading global publisher of social games for smartphone and tablet devices. Glu's unique technology platform enables its titles to be accessible to a broad audience of consumers all over the world -- supporting iOS, Android, Palm, Windows Phone 7 devices and beyond. Glu is focused on bringing the best in social, freemium, cross-platform mobile gaming experiences to the mass market. Founded in 2001, Glu is headquartered in San Francisco and has major offices in Brazil, China, Russia and the UK. Glu is focused on creating compelling original IP and also partners with leading entertainment brands including Activision, Atari, Caesar's and Fox. Consumers can find high-quality, fresh entertainment created exclusively for their mobile devices wherever they see the 'g' character logo or at http://www.glu.com. For live updates, please follow Glu via Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/glumobile or become a Glu fan at Facebook.com/glumobile.

SPACE CITY, GLU, GLU MOBILE and the 'g' character logo are trademarks of Glu Mobile Inc.

SOURCE  Glu Mobile Inc.

Glu Mobile Inc.

CONTACT: Michael Breslin, Glu Mobile Inc., +1-415-800-612, PR@glu.com; or Jason Enriquez, Weber Shandwick Worldwide, +1-415-215-9498, jenriquez@webershandwick.com

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

Gazillion and ProSiebenSat.1 Digital Partner to Bring Premium Browser-Delivered Online Games to Europe

Premier German Media Company to Launch Marvel Super Hero Squad Online and Fortune Online Across Europe with Unprecedented Cross-Media Marketing Support

SAN MATEO, Calif., July 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Gazillion Entertainment, a leading developer, publisher and operator of premium browser-based games, today announced that two free-to-play massively multiplayer online games- the kids' game Marvel Super Hero Squad Online and the online action RPG Fortune Online - will be launched across Europe by ProSiebenSat.1 Digital, a division of ProSiebenSat.1 Group, a leading German media corporation. With this deal in place, ProSiebenSat.1 Digital will be delivering unprecedented, broadly based cross media promotional support as well as operating Gazillion's online games in Europe.

Marvel Super Hero Squad Online offers players the chance to team up with friends as they engage in exhilarating combat, show off their decked-out squad in the game's social spaces, collect thousands of items, and explore interactive environments based on classic and new Marvel worlds. Based on Marvel's Super Hero Squad intellectual property that has spawned a wildly popular action figure line and smash-hit animated series, the game draws upon the 5,000-plus iconic heroes and villains in the Marvel Universe.

In Fortune Online thousands of items are waiting to be looted from the cold, dead hands of evil. Players join their friends in synchronous multiplayer dungeon raids. If they work together to survive the swarms of undead, they'll rise from simple commoner to epic hero.Endless adventures await, so slay now!

Both games are browser-based, so players can hop in anytime, anywhere. It's simple to log in and play from a web browser at home or work.

"ProSiebenSat.1 Digital is a fantastic partner to have supporting and operating our products in the European market," said Scott Rupp, SVP of Business Development for Gazillion Entertainment. "This partnership pairs the cross-platform marketing power of one of Europe's media leaders with Gazillion's premium free to play browser games."

"Gazillion's goal is to deliver entertaining console-quality games through the browser around the world," continued John Needham, CEO of Gazillion Entertainment. "Part of our strategy in bringing our titles to international audiences is to work with world class partners like ProSieben."

"We are thrilled to be partners with Gazillion and have access to such high-quality content geared to mass audiences, which is also the focus of ProSiebenSat.1," commented Markus Buechtmann, Head of Games for ProSiebenSat.1 Digital. "Super Hero Squad Online and Fortune Online are ahead of the curve as high quality, free-to-play browser delivered games. They have tremendous potential and we look forward to introducing these games to European players."

Both Marvel Super Hero Squad Online and Fortune Online are in Beta. To become a member of the Squad in Marvel Super Hero Squad Online, please visit http://www.heroup.com while the action never ends in Fortune Online at http://www.fortuneonline.com.

About Gazillion Entertainment

Gazillion Entertainment is a privately held developer and publisher of free-to-play online games for all ages. Gazillion's games feature revered brands and original properties, superior production quality and unmatched gameplay. Headquartered in San Mateo, California, Gazillion has development studios in California and Washington. For more information on Gazillion and its studios please visit http://www.gazillion.com.

About ProSiebenSat.1 Digital

ProSiebenSat.1 Digital (formerly SevenOne Intermedia) is responsible for the online, video and games business and the strategic sectors in close collaboration with the core TV business, such as Mobile and HbbTV. In the online video sector, the company includes broadcasting sites such as ProSieben.de and SAT1.DE as well as the video community MyVideo.

About MarvelEntertainment

Marvel Entertainment, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, is one of the world's most prominent character-based entertainment companies, built on a proven library of over 8,000 characters featured in a variety of media over seventy years.  Marvel utilizes its character franchises in licensing, entertainment (via Marvel Studios and Marvel Animation) and publishing (via Marvel Comics).  Marvel's strategy is to leverage its franchises in a growing array of opportunities around the world, including feature films, consumer products, toys, video games, animated television, direct-to-DVD and online.  For more information visit http://www.marvel.com.  Super Hero(es) is a co-owned registered trademark.

Contact: Keith Mutzman, 1-415-591-4001, for Gazillion Entertainment

SOURCE  Gazillion Entertainment

Gazillion Entertainment

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

WD's New My Book Studio Drive Matches Mac Aesthetics and Performs to Creative Pro Standards

3 TB Capacity, FireWire(TM) Speed, Brushed Aluminum Casing, and Automated Backup Features Make Storage as Easy as Plug-and-Save

IRVINE, Calif., July 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Western Digital® (NYSE: WDC) today announced that its newest generation of the popular My Book® Studio(TM) external hard drives are designed for use with Mac® computers and Apple Time Machine. Now available with a 3 TB storage capacity, the new design features a brushed aluminum casing to match the appearance of a Mac computer, and also serves to keep the drive cool while in use. The aluminum exterior, combined with its WD® Caviar® Green(TM) drives, eliminates the need for an internal fan to reduce drive noise and extend the life of the drive. Although formatted for Mac computers, the My Book Studio external hard drives can also be reformatted for PCs.

The My Book Studio external hard drive includes all the features and benefits that have made it one of the favorites among creative professionals and Mac computer enthusiasts, including its fast and flexible FireWire(TM) 800/400 and USB 2.0 interfaces, user-controlled automatic backup software and drive management, password protection and hardware encryption. Shipping in capacities of 1 TB, 2 TB and 3 TB, the My Book Studio drive includes the WD Caviar Green series of internal hard drives with WD GreenPower Technology(TM).

"WD has updated the design of its My Book Studio drive while providing natural cooling features delivered by the new aluminum enclosure," said Jim Welsh, executive vice president and general manager of WD's branded products and consumer electronics groups. "The drive will maintain all the features that are important to the creative community, including high speed FireWire 800 and adding large capacities up to 3 TB."

Pricing and Availability

WD's My Book Studio is available on the WD store at http://www.wdstore.com and at select retailers and distributors. MSRP for My Book Studio with 1 TB is $149.99 USD; MSRP for My Book Studio with 2 TB is $199.99 USD; MSRP for My Book Studio with 3 TB is $249.99 USD.

About WD

WD, one of the storage industry's pioneers and long-time leaders, provides products and services for people and organizations that collect, manage and use digital information. The company designs and produces reliable, high-performance hard drives and solid state drives that keep users' data accessible and secure from loss. Its advanced technologies are configured into applications for client and enterprise computing, embedded systems and consumer electronics, as well as its own consumer storage and home entertainment products.

WD was founded in 1970. The company's storage products are marketed to leading OEMs, systems manufacturers, selected resellers and retailers under the Western Digital® and WD brand names. Visit the Investor section of the company's website (http://www.westerndigital.com) to access a variety of financial and investor information.

Western Digital, WD, the WD logo, My Book and Caviar Green are registered trademarks; My Book Studio, WD GreenPower Technology are trademarks of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. Other marks may be mentioned herein that belong to other companies. All other brand and product names mentioned herein are the property of their respective companies. One gigabyte (GB) = 1 billion bytes. One terabyte (TB) = one trillion bytes. Total accessible capacity varies depending on operating environment.

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SOURCE  Western Digital Technologies

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Western Digital Technologies

CONTACT: Heather Skinner, WD Public Relations, +1-949-672-7920, heather.skinner@wdc.com, or Bob Blair, WD Investor Relations, +1-949-672-7834, robert.blair@wdc.com

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

Trademark Fact Check(TM) Service Announced

Ensures Trademark Validation Success in .xxx Top-Level Domain

HOBOKEN, N.J., July 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Trademark Fact Check(TM), a new service designed to help trademark owners and ICANN registrars pre-validate trademark applications for the .xxx top-level domain, will launch this summer, just in time for the September .xxx sunrise period. Trademark Fact Check will increase efficiency and save money for trademark owners protecting their brands by registering a .xxx domain or blocking their mark in the domain.

Trademark Fact Check provides automated fact-checking technology that mirrors the validation checks performed for the .xxx sunrise. It determines eligibility and detects conflicts between government trademark offices and .xxx sunrise applications before fees are incurred. The service can be used for both .xxx sunrise periods.

Historically, sunrise periods have been expensive for trademark owners. After ten years of launching new top-level extensions, the trademark validation process performed by domain registries is still a manual fact-checking operation that is inefficient and subjective. In addition, errors are often made during the submission process, driving up costs for registries, registrars and trademark owners. Brand owners will be paying between $200 to $600 per .xxx sunrise application, but there is no ability for an applicant to make corrections without paying an additional application fee.

"For the first time, automated fact checking is available to trademark owners before submitting sunrise applications," says a spokesperson for Trademark Fact Check. "Our innovative trademark searching technology streamlines the sunrise submission process, reduces application errors, and thereby minimizes the costs associated with protecting trademarks in the .xxx top-level domain."

Trademark Fact Check also saves time and money for ICANN registrars supporting the .xxx sunrise period by taking the guesswork out of understanding the various nuances of trademark registration in different countries. ICANN registrars can learn if their clients' sunrise applications will fail the back-end validation checks before incurring a fee to the registry.

Output of the tool includes the source trademark record that was checked and an explanation why the application failed the validation check. Special characters in the trademark are also converted to confirm eligible domain names for the trademark.

To apply for a free account and learn more about how the technology works, interested users should visit http://www.tmfactcheck.com or send an email to info@tmfactcheck.com.

Media Contact:
Elisabeth Sullivan
info@tmfactcheck.com
(732) 997-0743

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

SOURCE  Trademark Fact Check

Trademark Fact Check

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

Put it in Writing: New App Creates Custom Leases on Android and iPhone

Esq Apps RentalPro: The Final Step in Renting and Subletting with a Smartphone

SANTA CRUZ, Calif., July 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Already available on iPhone and iPad, RentalPro for the Android platform was launched by Esq Apps earlier this week. RentalPro promises to create custom rental agreements within a few minutes. For those wanting to rent their room for the summer or for serious landlords, RentalPro fulfills the final step in the process of renting your property with the help of your smartphone.

RentalPro users can rapidly fill out names, addresses, and set the most common residential lease terms such as utilities, pets, parking, and of course rent, deposit, and late fees. RentalPro converts the answers to a printable rental agreement, ready to be signed or edited. The app even covers critical choices for amateur and first-time landlords such as satellite TV installation, waterbeds, attorney fees, lead paint, smoke detectors, asbestos, and many more.

Users can email the final document to themselves and their tenant, or send it to DropBox, although that feature is exclusively on Android for the moment. Owners of multiple units can save different leases within RentalPro to manage their rental agreements repeatedly.

Reviews have been positive:

"This app is a keeper. It made renting my house room by room to college kids a walk in the park," wrote Michael Carusillo, CEO of To The Top Management on iTunes Reviews.

"These guys have hit the ball out of the park. All the right options, simple data entry, and email it. Once printed, it looks perfect," wrote the first user to review RentalPro on iTunes.

The app is on iTunes for $3.99 and features an introductory sale price of $1.99 on Android Market for a limited time.

Contact:
Adam D. Brumm, Esq
Esq Apps
101 Cooper St.
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
info@esqapps.com
http://www.esqapps.com
(831) 406-1377

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

SOURCE  Esq Apps

Esq Apps

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

Turkcell Leads NFC Technology With Turkcell T20 Smartphone

ISTANBUL, July 7, 2011/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --

    Turkcell (NYSE: TKC, ISE: TCELL), the leading communications and
technology company, today announced the official launch of the T20
smartphone, one of the world's first commercially available UICC ("Universal
Integrated Circuit Card"), NFC - SWP ("Single Wire Protocol") android based
device.

    Turkcell T20 allows consumers to use their phone as a mobile wallet due
to cooperation between Huawei and Turkcell. Turkcell T20 also uses
MasterCard's contactless technology, PayPass.

    The aim of Turkcell Cep-T Cuezdan, a mobile wallet service from
Turkcell, which is already loaded on the Turkcell T20 and communicates with
an NFC enabled sim card, is to transform the physical wallet into a mobile
one and provide an easy to use and secure environment for all the daily
needs of Turkcell's subscribers. With this service, Turkcell also provides a
comprehensive end-to-end NFC platform open to all service providers and
banks. As part of this platform, Turkcell TSM (Trusted Service Manager) was
developed and Turkcell became the first telecom operator in Europe to launch
an approved TSM solution by MasterCard. Turkcell, working with MasterCard,
is the first mobile operator in the world that presents more than one bank
application in Cep-T Cuezdan. Cep-T Cuezdan Client is also the first
commercial official UI ("User Interface") developed based on Gingerbread
2.3.3 OS.

    Produced in partnership with Huawei, Turkcell T20 supports 3G HSDPA (7.2
Mbps) network, has 3.5 inch 320x480 (HVGA) resolution touch screen, 5
megapixel camera, MP3 player, Push e-mail, GPS, Wi-Fi, Compass and 4 GB
MicroSD external memory. Turkcell T20 customers can use their mobile phones
to make payments, share information, transfer v-cards, view digital
advertisements, personal-company id cards, e-tickets and tag readers,
amongst other things.

    Turkcell Chief Product and Service Management Officer, Cenk Bayrakdar,
commented: "As the successor of Turkcell's first own branded handset T10; we
are proud to announce our new handset T20 with NFC functionality that will
be a key factor for increasing the penetration of NFC services in the
Turkish market. One of the main objectives of Turkcell Cep-T Cuezdan is to
introduce mobile contactless innovations, which are market firsts, both on a
local and global scale. Turkcell, working with MasterCard and Huawei, is the
first mobile operator in the world that presents more than one application
on the T20. In addition, Turkcell subscribers benefit from a
multi-application platform and Cep-T Cuezdan succeeds in realising mobile
wallet vision commercially in a standardised manner."

    Anil Oztekin, Turkcell Sales Director, Huawei Turkey Terminal
Department, said: "NFC is a truly exciting technology that, when fully
realized, will enhance every aspect of the mobile Internet experience for
consumers, including simpler social networking, faster wireless connections,
more security, and expanded eCommerce options."

    ABOUT TURKCELL

    Turkcell is the leading communications and technology company in Turkey
with 33.1 million subscribers and a market share of approximately 54% as of
March 31, 2011 (Source: Our estimations, operators' and Authority's
announcements). Turkcell is a leading regional player, with market
leadership in five of the nine countries in which it operates with its
approximately 60.4 million subscribers as of March 31, 2011. Turkcell
reported a TRY2.1 billion (US$1.3 billion) net revenue with total assets of
TRY15.2 billion (US$9.8 billion) as of March 31, 2011. Turkcell covers
approximately 83% of the Turkish population through its 3G and 99.07%
through its 2G technology supported network. It has become one of the first
among the global operators to have implemented HSDPA+ and achieved a 42.2
Mbps speed using the HSPA multi carrier solution. Turkcell has been listed
on the NYSE and the ISE since July 2000, and is the only NYSE-listed company
in Turkey. 51.00% of Turkcell's share capital is held by Turkcell Holding,
0.05% by Cukurova Holding, 13.07% by Sonera Holding and 1.19% by others,
while the remaining 34.69% is free float. Read more at
http://www.turkcell.com.tr/en

   
    For further information please contact Turkcell
    Nihat Narin, Investor and International Media Relations
    Tel: +90-212-313-1244
    Email: nihat.narin@turkcell.com.tr
    investor.relations@turkcell.com.tr
    http://www.turkcell.com.tr

Source: Turkcell

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Magic Software Works With Microsoft SharePoint 2010 to Extend Oracle Systems

LOS ANGELES, July 7, 2011/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --

    Magic Software Enterprises Ltd [http://www.magicsoftware.com/en ].
(NASDAQ: MGIC), a global provider of mobile, cloud, and on-premise enabled
application platforms [http://www.magicsoftware.com/en/products/?catIDp ]
and business integration solutions [http://www.magicsoftware.com/en/products/?catIDA ]
, announced today that on July 11, 2011, it will be making an announcement
to the Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference
[http://www.digitalwpc.com/#fbid=qmE09Pcd_NW ] in Los Angeles that Microsoft
Corp. partners are now eligible for a SpeedTrack Authorization Program
[http://web.magicsoftware.com/SharePoint ] to offer the iBOLT integration
platform for Microsoft SharePoint 2010
[http://www.magicsoftware.com/en/products/?catIDA&pageIDg5 ], JD Edwards
[http://www.magicsoftware.com/en/products/?catIDA&pageIDe ] and
PeopleSoft. Companies deploying these systems can use Magic Software's iBOLT
Integration for Microsoft SharePoint 2010
[http://www.magicsoftware.com/en/products/?catIDA&pageIDg5 ] to share
information through their SharePoint 2010 deployment. As an initial step,
Magic Software is promoting iBOLT with capabilities for SharePoint 2010 and
Oracle JD Edwards.

    The success of SharePoint 2010 has generated market demand for a simple
approach to business process orchestration with back-end software systems,
including legacy applications. iBOLT's "drag, drop and configure" approach
to business process integration
[http://www.magicsoftware.com/resources/files/EN-Products/iBOLT/Marketing/Brochures/iBOLT-Brochure-(English)-Online.pdf ]
means that Oracle customers can utilize
SharePoint 2010 to manage the overall user experience and iBOLT to
orchestrate the back-end integration, regardless of line-of-business
application or database platform.

    iBOLT [http://www.magicsoftware.com/en/products/?catIDA ] dramatically
reduces the amount of time necessary to design new business process flows and
provides a robust and scalable solution for integration. This is achieved
through Magic Software's smart metadata-driven approach. This approach helps
future-proof integration projects so that when underlying technologies and
systems change, adaptation efforts are kept to a minimum.

    Magic Software provides Microsoft partners with additional tools and
solutions to help offer SharePoint 2010 to the enterprise market. The
SpeedTrack Authorization Program [http://web.magicsoftware.com/SharePoint ]
that will be announced at the Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference
includes simplified authorization, technical training and go-to-market
resources.

    "Magic Software's iBOLT represents a vast simplification of effort for
both enterprise customers and their service providers. Businesses that are
already using SharePoint 2010 and Oracle JD Edwards, for example, are able
to implement end-to-end business processes and changes almost effortlessly,"
said Magic Software Enterprises Americas CEO Regev Yativ.

    Commitment to the Needs of Oracle Customers

    SharePoint 2010 offers enterprise-grade capabilities in areas such as
content management, business intelligence, portal, search, social software
and more. Today's announcement reflects a commitment to enable customers to
unlock the value of backend business data and make it accessible to the
entire organization.

    "SharePoint 2010 is an easy and effective way for users to interact with
the processes and data important for their business," said Jared Spataro,
director of SharePoint product marketing at Microsoft. "Solutions like iBOLT
will enable customers of all sizes to create SharePoint 2010 applications
that access legacy business applications."

    About Magic Software Enterprises

    Magic Software Enterprises Ltd. (NASDAQ: MGIC)
[http://www.magicsoftware.com/en  ] is a global provider of mobile
[http://www.magicsoftware.com/en/solutions/?catID13 ], cloud and on-premise
application platform solutions [http://www.magicsoftware.com/en/products/?catIDp ]
, and business and process integration solutions
[http://www.magicsoftware.com/en/products/?catIDA ]. For more information,
visit http://www.magicsoftware.com.

    Except for the historical information contained herein, the matters
discussed in this news release include forward-looking statements that may
involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual results may vary
significantly based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to,
risks in product and technology development, market acceptance of new
products and continuing product conditions, both here and abroad, release
and sales of new products by strategic resellers and customers, and other
risk factors detailed in the Company's most recent annual report and other
filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

    Magic is the trademark of Magic Software Enterprises Ltd. All other
trademarks are the trademarks of their respective owners.

   
    Magic Software press contact:

    Tania Amar
    Magic Software
    Tel: +972(0)3-538-9300
    Email: tania@magicsoftware.com

Source: Magic Software Enterprises Ltd

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dotMobi Launches Low-Cost Cloud Version of Market-Leading DeviceAtlas Device Detection Service

New DeviceAtlas Cloud expands mobile Internet by simplifying mobile device detection for designers, developers, agencies and Web companies

DUBLIN, July 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Mobile Web pioneer dotMobi today announced the enhancement of its award-winning DeviceAtlas® service with DeviceAtlas Cloud, a new version that helps designers, developers, agencies and Web companies optimize content for mobile devices by enabling faster, easier and more cost-effective device detection.

dotMobi created DeviceAtlas to improve the mobile end-user experience by solving the challenge of displaying content properly on all mobile devices, from low-end feature phones to high-end tablet devices. DeviceAtlas does this by identifying the requesting mobile device and its display & system capabilities to allow delivery of content in a format tailored to that device.

"With the explosion of the mobile Internet and a proliferation of different devices, companies need an even more affordable device detection solution that's quick and easy to implement. A cloud version of DeviceAtlas was the natural result. Now, we're able to offer the best device detection solution on the market more cost effectively, allowing smaller designers, development shops and agencies access to state-of-the-art device detection," said Ronan Cremin, Vice President of Engineering, dotMobi.

DeviceAtlas Cloud can be up and running in minutes, eliminating the need for an investment in infrastructure and lowering time spent on deploying a device detection solution. Once implemented, all data updates are managed by dotMobi with no need for technical expertise in mobile detection and database management. DeviceAtlas Cloud is available as "Standard" or "Premium," depending on how many websites or applications customers wish to support, the number of detections and the frequency of DeviceAtlas updates required.

DeviceAtlas Cloud builds on the success of the DeviceAtlas Enterprise version, which includes advanced features and is deployed in-company by many Fortune 100 companies to power high-traffic, mission-critical Web applications.

All versions of DeviceAtlas come with a powerful analytics tool that provides statistical data on device capabilities, and a comparison tool that allows users to cross-reference those capabilities.

Built with data from numerous sources, including manufacturers and network operators, DeviceAtlas is the world's largest device detection database. All DeviceAtlas data is verified and validated to ensure it is the most accurate available, with detection accuracy rates in excess of 99 percent. To learn more about DeviceAtlas, see http://DeviceAtlas.com.

About dotMobi

Headquartered in Dublin, dotMobi -- a wholly owned subsidiary of Afilias Limited -- is a worldwide leader in enabling the development & discovery of quality mobile content through innovative services, in turn helping businesses and individuals reach the world's billions of mobile phone users. dotMobi spurs mobile industry innovation by giving content providers the tools they need to ensure the Web will work on mobile phones with speed, accuracy and relevant content.

    --  Visit http://dotMobi.mobi for information on .mobi domains and all
        dotMobi services.
    --  Visit http://mobiForge.com and http://goMobi.info for mobile site
        development and services.
    --  Visit http://mobiThinking.com for mobile marketing information and
        services, and visit the dotMobi blog at http://blog.mobi.

For more information, please contact:Vance HeddereldotMobi / Afilias +1-703-485-5563vhedderel@afilias.info

Martin ClancydotMobi +353-1-854-1134mclancy@dotmobi.mobi

SOURCE  dotMobi

dotMobi

Sybase Brings 'Intelligence for Everyone' to the Enterprise With New Parallel Distributed Query and Advanced Workload Management Capabilities

Sybase IQ 15.3 Beta Customers See up to 12 Times Performance Improvement with Distributed Query Processing

DUBLIN, Calif., July 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Sybase, Inc., an SAP® company (NYSE: SAP) and industry leader in enterprise and mobile software, today announced the general availability of Sybase® IQ 15.3, powered by a new generation of shared everything Massively Parallel Processing (MPP) technology. With this release, enterprise IT departments can overcome scalability limitations of today's data warehouses in many industries including financial services, telecommunications, information providers, healthcare and insurance. By implementing a business analytics information solution that allows sharing of computing and data resources with the innovative Sybase IQ PlexQ(TM) technology, enterprises can lead the next wave of data warehouse transformation by breaking down user and information silos to drive analytics adoption throughout the entire organization.

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The transformative power of business analytics cannot be fully realized until IT departments provide all users with real-time access to information assets across the enterprise and enable integration of analytics directly into core operational processes. Yet current Enterprise Data Warehouse solutions are not meeting the need. "More than 70% of so-called enterprise data warehouses actually serve only back-office or limited departmental use cases," according to Gartner research(1) and, "Exploration of alternative data warehouse infrastructures increased in 2010." Driving the next wave of adoption in business analytics requires new approaches to data warehousing that overcome the user scalability, application workload and dataset limitations of the current generation of Enterprise Data Warehouse solutions.

The release of Sybase IQ 15.3 with PlexQ technology redefines enterprise-wide business analytics with a shared-everything MPP architecture that scales to support real-time access to thousands of users, multiple mixed workloads and massive datasets. With Sybase IQ PlexQ, IT departments can implement virtual data marts in order to optimize the experience for different applications and user communities. Sybase IQ PlexQ dynamically balances query workloads across nodes on the grid for massively parallel processing of complex analytics at speeds 10 to 100 times faster than traditional data warehouses. Unlike current shared-nothing MPP architectures that are optimized for certain workloads, the combination of Sybase IQ's columnar data store, shared-everything grid, and logical servers ensures top performance for any query, any workload over any dataset.

"Through our participation as a Sybase IQ 15.3 beta test site, we have experienced its disruptively fast query performance, due to the truly revolutionary new features that allow more servers to work on queries in parallel," said Scott Smith, vice president, comScore, Inc. "We at comScore have a significant investment in Sybase IQ Multiplex and are very excited about the new Sybase IQ 15.3 release. I think Sybase engineering has really 'hit the nail on the head' with the new MPP 'share everything' architecture. These features will allow us to continue down the path of inexpensive commodity servers that improve our query performance, and we even expect to see higher hardware utilization numbers."

Sybase IQ 15.3 continues to expand Sybase IQ's capacity to integrate business analytics into applications and business workflows - a growing trend among leading enterprises, by delivering APIs for both popular and emerging programming languages as well as a new Web Services interface that simplifies integration for software developers. With Sybase IQ, enterprises can run complex analytical models and algorithms within the database, eliminating the need for data mining algorithms inside business logic and accelerating overall performance of complex queries. Sybase IQ also supports the analysis of unstructured data often used in business workflows, such as proprietary document formats, emails, Web content, and now enables fast analysis of unstructured multi-media data within the database, further unifying disparate analysis and enabling customers to implement a business analytics information solution.

"Enterprise IT departments are demanding new ways to enhance their enterprise data warehouse systems to increase intelligence, productivity and analytics capability across the enterprise," said Brian Vink, Vice President, product management, Sybase, an SAP company. "Sybase IQ, with its PlexQ technology, brings customers a powerful, yet simplified, approach that overcomes traditional data warehouse limitations. IT departments can now support users across the enterprise with many concurrent workloads and large datasets on a single, highly scalable elastic grid, significantly increasing analytics intelligence across the enterprise while reducing IT administration burden."

Sybase IQ 15.3 key new features include:

    --  Sybase IQ PlexQ - A grid based MPP framework that unleashes the power of
        multiple CPU cores across many servers on large data sets to provide
        fast answers across a wide spectrum of complex queries
    --  Distributed Query Processing - Execute individual queries across many
        machines in a PlexQ grid for MPP, yet automatically balance workloads
        across the grid during peak periods
    --  Logical Servers - Group physical servers in a PlexQ grid into virtual
        clusters in order to optimize analytic workloads, user needs and
        applications
    --  Built-in Web Services API and Ruby-on-Rails language driver - Simplify
        integration with workflow processes and web-based applications to
        publish and consume web services that take advantage of a new generation
        of analytical applications
    --  Multimedia API - Integratelibraries for in-database analysis of images,
        audio, video and other multimedia content that increase the value of
        business analytics for unstructured as well as structured information
    --  InfoPrimer Module - Dramatically simplify and accelerate loading of data
        into Sybase IQ through Extract, Load, and Transform methodology,
        allowing data transformations to take place where they make the most
        sense to the customer
    --  Rich, web-based administration and monitoring interface - Leverage
        Sybase Control Center to greatly simplify operational tasks for DBAs and
        provides a thin client interface for ease of Sybase IQ administration

Sybase IQ 15.3 Availability

Sybase IQ 15.3 is generally available. To learn more about Sybase IQ and the additional features and benefits of version 15.3, visit: http://www.sybase.com/iq. Read the Sybase IQ blog: http://blogs.sybase.com/sybaseiq. See the video "CoreLogic Speaks out on Sybase IQ 15.3 and Superior Query Performance"

About Sybase IQ

Sybase IQ combines extraordinary speed and agility with low total cost of ownership, enabling enterprises to perform the critical business analysis and reporting that was previously impossible, impractical or cost-prohibitive. More than 2,000 customers worldwide have adopted Sybase IQ's innovative, column-based processing approach to power their critical analytical and reporting systems. Sybase IQ solutions empower businesses to more accurately predict outcomes, gain real-time insights into business operations, and actively mitigate risks in today's competitive global climate. To learn more: http://www.sybase.com/iq or click here to view our Webcast. Read the Sybase Analytics blog: blogs.sybase.com/analytics.

About Sybase

Sybase, an SAP® company, is an industry leader in delivering enterprise and mobile software to manage, analyze and mobilize information. We are recognized globally as a performance leader, proven in the most data-intensive industries and across all major systems, networks and devices. Our information management, analytics and enterprise mobility solutions have powered the world's most mission-critical systems in financial services, telecommunications, manufacturing and government. For more information: http://www.sybase.com. Read Sybase blogs: blogs.sybase.com.Follow us on Twitter at @Sybase.

(1) "Data Warehousing Trends for the CIO, 2011-2012" Mark A. Beyer, Donald Feinberg, Roxane Edjlali; Gartner (January 2011)

Sybase, Sybase IQ, and PlexQ are registered trademarks of Sybase, Inc. ® indicates registration in the United States.  SAP and other SAP products and services mentioned herein as well as their respective logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of SAP AG in Germany and in several other countries all over the world.   All other product and service names mentioned are the trademarks of their respective companies.

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CONTACT: Jeff Neal of Sybase Public Relations, +1-925-236-5035, jeff.neal@sybase.com; or Christy Seto of Bite Communications, +1-415-365-0391, christy.seto@bitecommunications.com, for Sybase

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

XProtect Enterprise 8: Seeing is Believing

COPENHAGEN, Denmark, July 7, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    - Milestone Innovates Again With Industry-first Features Camera
Navigator and Smart Client Player

    Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management
software (VMS), has now released XProtect(R) Enterprise 8. Setting the
standard in IP VMS, XProtect Enterprise 8 is comprehensive, open platform IP
VMS for medium and large-scale installations, primarily multi-site,
multi-server deployments. The consolidated single-management interface
provides a coherent and efficient way to view and control an unlimited
number of cameras giving situational awareness for quick response and
accurate investigation.

   
    - Situational awareness: The industry-new Camera Navigator and
      other innovative features provide comprehensive visual verification of
      the entire surveillance installation.
    - Scalable solution: Distributed master/slave servers support an
      unlimited number of cameras, servers, sites and users.
    - Optimized performance: Expanded viewing, recording and storage
      possibilities increase the performance of hardware.

    Quick and easy to set up and manage, XProtect Enterprise includes system
configuration wizards and auto-detection of hardware to significantly reduce
the time and cost of deploying large security installations.

    "XProtect Enterprise 8 features the Camera Navigator, an
industry-exclusive innovation from Milestone," says Lars Gudbrandsson, Head
of Product Management at Milestone Systems. "Moving objects are easily
tracked with the Camera Navigator for consistent and comprehensive visual
verification to ensure easy object tracking in geographically complex
security locations."

    XProtect Enterprise 8 provides situational awareness. Alarms are
consolidated from all security devices and systems into the video-enabled
Alarm Manager for immediate visual verification of alarms, which decreases
the number of false alarms. Interactive, multi-layered maps provide a
comprehensive overview of cameras and layouts of an entire surveillance
installation for fast detection of trouble areas.

    Daily operations are easily executed through the XProtect Smart Client
that provides instant access to live and recorded video, with interface
options in 26 languages. The new XProtect Smart Client also comes with
support for 64-bit operating systems to enhance performance of the system.
It is delivered with the XProtect Smart Client - Player, an intuitive new
video viewer for exported material from XProtect VMS systems.

    The open architecture of XProtect together with the Milestone
Integration Platform Software Development Kit (MIP SDK) brings endless
possibilities to add functionality and create increasingly powerful, new
surveillance solutions. Milestone XProtect acts as the core of the system,
providing the widest choice in third-party hardware components and
integrations with other business systems: a foundation that is cost
effective and flexible both today and tomorrow.

    Download link for images:
http://www.milestonesys.com/download/xpe8images/

    About Milestone

    Founded in 1998, Milestone Systems is the worldwide industry leader in
open platform IP video management software, according to IMS Research six
years in a row. Milestone XProtect(R) products have been installed in
thousands of customer installations, sold through authorized and certified
partners in more than 100 countries. With support for the widest choice in
network hardware and integration with other systems, XProtect provides
best-of-breed solutions to 'video enable' organizations - managing risks,
protecting people and assets, optimizing processes, and reducing costs. For
more information please visit http://www.milestonesys.com.

Source: Milestone Systems

Press Contact: Courtney Dillon Pedersen, PR & Communications Manager, Tel. +45-88-300-330

Gold Rush on Facebook - Test Your Trading Skills for the Chance to Win Solid Gold Bullion

LONDON, July 7, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

   
         The Great American Express Gold Rush Facebook Game has a Prize
                         Fund Worth Over GBP20,000

    Today, American Express(R) launches 'The Great American Express Gold
Rush', the UK's first ever fantasy gold trading game on Facebook that has a
prize fund of over GBP20,000, including solid gold bullion worth GBP10,000.
To celebrate the rich rewards offered by The American Express Preferred
Rewards Gold Card, this brand new game capitalises on the fact that gold has
never been more valuable, and will pit players of all levels against each
other with daily trading challenges that span a month-long period.

    To view the Multimedia News Release, please click:

    http://multivu.prnewswire.com/mnr/prne/americanexpress/50521/

    Within the game, which can be found at http://www.amexgoldrush.co.uk,
players will travel the world visiting well known destinations with the task
of buying and selling gold for profit. At the start of the game, players can
invest in a variety of gold items including chains, rings, coins and bars
before jetting between London, Paris, Dubai, Mexico City, Sydney and New
York to trade their stock and make a profit. Players will also collect
rewards points as they spend and trade.

    In each city, local news stories influence the price of gold, so players
must use their skills to make the right trading choices. Profits are
accumulated during each daily game and players will receive a daily ranking
based on the amount of profit they accrue. The player with the highest
ranking at the end of the day will be awarded a fantastic prize inspired by
the Preferred Rewards Gold Card. Whilst wise decision making could see
players reach the top of the leader board, savvy trading is a must, as a
host of random events will change the game in the blink of an eye.

    At the end of the 30 day competition, which closes at 23.59 on 5th
August 2011, the smartest (and the luckiest) player with the largest
individual daily profit will walk away with solid gold bullion worth
approximately GBP10,000.

    The line-up of prizes includes:

   
    - Solid gold bullion worth GBP10,000
    - Return flights to New York and a number of top European
      destinations
    - Return train tickets to Paris
    - Two night stays at a top London hotel
    - Tables for two at some of London's most iconic restaurants
    - State-of-the-art digital cameras

    Richard Harris, Vice President and Head of Card Acquisition at American
Express, comments: "We are thrilled to be launching 'The Great American
Express Gold Rush' game. This is a first for American Express and has been
designed as a fun and engaging way to compete with friends, family and other
Facebook users. The game taps into people's competitive side and with the
possibility of winning real gold bullion, the stakes are high. There has
never been a better time to reap the rewards of gold and the game allows us
to showcase the benefits of The Preferred Rewards Gold Card, highlighting
how easily Cardmembers can transform spending into real travel rewards."

    To play 'The Great American Express Gold Rush' and start trading
immediately simply visit http://www.amexgoldrush.co.uk. For added
competition, invite friends and family to take part by clicking the share
option at the end of each daily trade.

    Notes to Editors

    Game Terms and Conditions:

    This game is based on fictitious markets and does not reflect real-life
scenarios or market conditions. Provision of the game does not constitute
the provision of financial advice.

   
    - UK residents aged 18+
    - Main Prize: 10oz of solid gold bullion. Plus Daily Prizes: see
      http://www.amexgoldrush.co.uk for full terms and list of daily prizes.
      Conditions apply.
    - Promotion runs 07.07 - 05.08.11
    - To enter: Register and play at
      http://www.amexgoldrush.co.uk. One game per person per day. Highest
      daily profit wins a Daily Prize. (max one Daily Prize per person).
      Highest Daily overall score wins the Main Prize
    - Promoter: American Express Services Europe Limited, London SW1W
      9TQ. The Preferred Rewards Gold Card is offered by American Express
      Services Europe Limited. Registered Office: Belgrave House, 76
      Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9AX. American Express Services
      Europe Limited is authorised in the United Kingdom by the Financial
      Services Authority under the Payment Services Regulations 2009
      (reference number 415532) for the provision of payment services

    The Preferred Rewards Gold Card

    The Preferred Rewards Gold Card is a charge card. Unlike credit cards, a
charge card does not have a preset spending limit. However, the balance of
the card must be paid each month in full.

    For more information or to apply for a Preferred Rewards Gold Card,
visit http://www.amex.co.uk/gold.

    About American Express

    American Express is a global service company, providing customers with
access to products, insights and experiences that enrich lives and build
business success.

    A leader in global payments, American Express is the largest card issuer
by purchase volume and operates a worldwide network that processes millions
of transaction daily.

    American Express offers a broad array of payment, expense management and
travel solutions for consumers and corporations including charge cards,
credit cards, insurances, travellers cheques and foreign exchange services.

    Learn more at http://www.americanexpress.co.uk and connect with us on
http://www.facebook.com/AmericanExpressUK.

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Source: American Express

For further information contact: Samantha Darlaston at Consolidated PR on +44-(0)20-7781-2335 / samanthad@consolidatedpr.com , David Stewart at American Express on +44-(0)1273-216674 / david.a.stewart@aexp.com

ISPASE Introduces Breakthrough Technology to Create Authentic 3D Surround Sound for All Types of Headphones

WAYNE, N.J., July 6, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- ISPASE LLC has announced the introduction of the iSpaSe SMK which uses a breakthrough technology to replace today's "inside the head" impression of sound in headphones with a revolutionary three-dimensional sound experience.

The iSpaSe SMK takes the stereo left and right channel of headphone sound and calculates the correct loudness and timing necessary to create a precise replica of the actual sound that a listener hears during the original live performance.

The quality and clarity of music is restored and musicians are placed in their correct locations around the listener. For video games, iSpaSe heightens the sense of reality by precisely locating each sound where the relevant action is on screen

For TV and Movies, iSpaSe is the world's first technology to need only the stereo sound from media players and streaming video to recreate the original multichannel surround sound and place it correctly around the listener to replicate the original theater experience.

The iSpaSe SMK is a small, lightweight and affordable unit that connects between headphones and media player using the standard stereo headphone connector available on all players. It is powered by two AAA batteries with an expected battery life of over 100 hours of typical use. The unit is simple to use and does not require set up or adjustment.

The iSpaSe SMK is available for $49.00, with free shipping in the U.S.A. To purchase units and for more information, please visit http://www.ispase.com

About ISPASE LLC

The iSpaSe team is a group of highly qualified and experienced media, engineering and business professionals who came together with the goal of improving the experience of watching and listening to electronic media by resolving long-standing logistical and technical issues. iSpaSe SMK is the team's first product.

All research, design and manufacturing of iSpaSe products is conducted in the U.S.A.

SOURCE  ISPASE LLC

ISPASE LLC

CONTACT: Bud Rigley, +1-201-310-4138, bud@ispase.com

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

Wolfe, LLC Acquires Echelon Media to Offer Partners Social Branded Reward Cards

Positions Wolfe as the category leader in branded social rewards via the "Echelon Platform"

PITTSBURGH, July 6, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Wolfe, LLC (Wolfe) http://www.wolfe.com has acquired Echelon Media, LLC (Echelon) http://www.echelonmedia.com, a social rewards platform and recognized leader in social media customer engagement strategies. Leveraging the "Echelon Platform," Wolfe extends its leadership in providing branded gift cards, social gifting and reloadable Visa®, MasterCard® and Discover® rewards cards through social networks. Together, the companies will provide a turnkey social media solution to companies that are seeking to increase user interactions over social networking sites like Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and others. GiftCards.com, a Wolfe property, is already recognized as the top branded gift card website in the world.

"This acquisition will allow Wolfe customers and partners to leverage branded reward cards over social networks, especially on Facebook," said Jason Wolfe, Wolfe CEO. "It shows our commitment to the Facebook ecosystem and leverages the Wolfe products with social media capabilities that will drive additional business for all of our clients and partners. As an Echelon client we were so impressed with the results, we made the decision to acquire the company. Echelon has a unique ability to build momentum fast for clients in this new and exciting space."

"We launched Echelon for the purpose of leveraging social networks through incentives and rewards to drive customer loyalty and engagement," said Josh Whitford, CEO and founder of Echelon. "We believe that social rewards are increasing brand awareness and driving more customers into stores. The acquisition by Wolfe of Echelon will allow us to establish ourselves as the dominant player in the social rewards market."

With the growth of sites like Facebook and LinkedIn, new companies are offering ways for brands to track and leverage consumer interactions over social networks. Echelon provides these companies a turnkey platform to reward customers for their social actions. Echelon will become a wholly owned subsidiary of Wolfe and will continue to grow its operations in Chicago, Pittsburgh and Fargo, N.D.   

About Wolfe:

Wolfe, LLC is the parent company for industry leaders MyCoupons.com; the oldest online coupons site with over 1 million visitors per month and GiftCards.com; the world's largest on demand gift cards and greeting card site. We also own Swapagift.com, GiftCodes.com, and WRL.com. Together our unique combination of sites provide the ability to offer more unique corporate and consumer opportunities than anyone else in the marketplace.

About Echelon Media:

Echelon Media, LLC http://www.echelonmedia.com is a leading provider of social media rewards applications and services. The company also provides a variety of other services that assist clients with social media strategies. Founded in 2008, Echelon Media maintains offices in Fargo and Chicago.

SOURCE  Wolfe, LLC

Wolfe, LLC

CONTACT: Erin McGlynn, 1-877-746-6664, ext. 9554, erin.mcglynn@wolfe.com

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

Valpak®, Leader in Direct Mail Industry, Pushing QR Codes to 80 Million Households

The Time for QR Codes has Come

LARGO, Fla., July 6, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --Valpak Direct Marketing Systems, Inc., a leader in local print and digital coupons, is launching a major initiative using quick response - or QR - codes.

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Over the course of two months, Valpak will mail to more than 80 million households with QR codes on the outside of the envelope and on individual inserts.

"This huge initiative is a great example of the power of print and digital working together," said Michael Vivio, president of Cox Target Media. "It represents print to digital extension of our core platform, and harnesses the best of both worlds to create an entirely new experience for users."

This is the first national QR campaign for Valpak, providing consumers a new way to engage with The Blue Envelope®. It also positions Valpak as leading the way in direct mail. As an industry leader for 43 years, Valpak continues to grow and evolve using the latest technology. In addition to using QR codes, Valpak also uses augmented reality (AR), digital coupons, SMS texting, and smart phone apps for iPhone(TM),  iPod touch®, Android(TM), Palm® Pre(TM), Blackberry® and Microsoft Windows® Phone 7 platforms, to bring its offers to millions of consumers.

Working with the cable industry, Valpak will promote two television campaigns during July and August. The QR code will provide additional consumer convenience and engagement, allowing them to enter sweepstakes and access more information about some of their favorite shows.

"The QR code will not only engage our audience, but also engage a younger audience - the current generation of smartphone and social media users," said Vivio. "Being able to offer this to consumers is part of our strategy of being everywhere the consumer is."

The Valpak QR codes in both campaigns are designed by SPARQ.ME, a Seattle-based mobile marketing company.

"We believe that the SPARQ.ME platform, combined with Valpak's reach into tens of millions of households, will create a powerful marketing opportunity for advertisers and this new audience of smartphone and social media users," said Jesse Chor, Co-Founder and CEO of SPARQ.ME.

While most QR Code solutions point to sites that are not mobile-optimized and not built to drive new customers, SPARQ.ME has built a platform that is specifically geared to deliver an easy experience for today's mobile consumer, and to deliver new customers to its advertiser partners.

About Valpak®

Valpak, one of the leading direct marketing companies in North America, is owned and operated by Cox Target Media, a subsidiary of Atlanta-based Cox Media Group. With nearly 180 franchises throughout the United States and Canada, The Blue Envelope® delivers savings and value to nearly 40 million households each month. Annually, Valpak will distribute some 20 billion offers inserted in more than 500 million envelopes. Valpak also offers digital solutions with http://www.Valpak.com®, an online site for local savings, which has nearly 40 million offer views each month, as well as mobile phones, including apps for iPhone(TM),  iPod touch®, Android(TM), Palm® Pre(TM), Blackberry®, and  Microsoft Windows® Phone 7 platforms. For more information, please contact 1-800-676-6878.

About Cox Media Group

Cox Media Group, Inc., a subsidiary of Atlanta-based Cox Enterprises, is an integrated broadcasting, publishing and digital media company that includes the national advertising rep firms of Cox Reps. With $1.8 billion in revenue, the company operations include 15 broadcast television stations and one local cable channel, 86 radio stations, four metro newspapers and more than a dozen non-daily publications, and more than 100 digital services. For more information about Cox Media Group, please check us out online at http://www.coxmediagroup.com. 

About SPARQ.ME

SPARQ.ME is a mobile marketing service focused on turning mobile phone users into customers. SPARQ.ME's platform enables mobile phone users to purchase products or services, receive mobile coupons and connect with businesses via social media. The SPARQ.ME platform also includes the following offerings: mobile websites, loyalty programs, lead generation, marketing via QR Code and SMS, advanced analytics and more. SPARQ.ME is now one of the largest and highest quality providers in mobile marketing with many fortune 500 clients. To learn more about our products, visit us at http://www.sparq.me.

Contact information:
Marsha Strickhouser
727-399-3175 - office
marsha_strickhouser@valpak.com

SOURCE  Valpak Direct Marketing Systems, Inc.

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Valpak Direct Marketing Systems, Inc.

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

Steed Technology Inc. and Highvac Corp. Announce Merger

Pollution control equipment manufacturer teams up with renowned semiconductor vacuum equipment and service provider to offer complete, turnkey vacuum and abatement solutions and extended services for semiconductor, LED and solar industries

SCOTTS VALLEY, Calif. and COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., July 6, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Steed Technology, a leading provider of thermal processing equipment and process gas abatement systems today announced that they have merged with Highvac of Colorado Springs, CO. Highvac Corp. is a leading U.S. supplier of vacuum pumps, accessories and related equipment and services. Steed Technology and Highvac both primarily serve customers in the Semiconductor, LED and Solar Industries, which lends to the marriage of these two companies.

The newly-merged company will operate under the name Steed Technologies with headquarters at Highvac's 45,000 Sq. Ft. manufacturing and distribution facility in Colorado Springs, CO. 

A main focus of the merger involves ramping up sales channels, as well as expanding existing channels both domestically and internationally while putting an increased focus on new customers in regions with new, stricter air quality restrictions. With the combination of Steed's EcoGuard point of use (PoU) abatement systems and Highvac's established vacuum pump sales and service centers, current and future customers will have access to a wider variety of vacuum/abatement solutions to better serve their specific application requirements.  Highvac has service centers throughout the U.S. around the world. These locations will serve as the foundation for growth into different global regions going forward, providing customers with faster, more convenient access to service and support for vacuum and gas abatement products. 

Highvac's long term, core competency of process vacuum pumps and support lends itself well with Steed's newly introduced EcoGuard "Point of Use" abatement (PoU) technology. Through this strategic alliance, Steed and Highvac have developed a total "Sub-Fab" solution that they will offer to end user customers and OEMs alike. The Sub-Fab solution is a totally integrated system that includes vacuum and abatement technologies, and an onboard environmental control panel feature developed by Steed Technology. By combining these technologies into a packaged, turnkey product, customers will no longer have to piece together vacuum and abatement systems from separate technology providers, and will be able to purchase process vacuum pumps and exhaust abatement equipment as a totally integrated system through a single vendor.

Continuing the Highvac model of local support centers is a key ingredient when it comes to providing customers the services required to maintain mission-critical manufacturing lines in a highly responsive manner. Support centers will be expanded throughout the U.S. and globally, including Taiwan , Korea , China , Singapore and Europe as efforts are aggressively ramped up to support customers demand for process vacuum and abatement technologies.

An additional aspect of the merger is the creation of Steed's Green Consulting Service. The merger adds considerable value to this consulting service with the addition of the Highvac "Vacuum Pumping Solutions" team, which boasts a combined 50 years of Gas Abatement and Vacuum Equipment experience. With new, increasingly strict, environmental regulations such as the "Greenhouse" law (AB32), many companies in the Semiconductor, LED, Solar and other industries are closely examining ways to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of their current abatement systems. There is little doubt environmental control will play a major role in these industries in the years ahead, and to assist companies in making the transition to cleaner, more efficient manufacturing technologies Steed will offer Green consulting and solutions services to help companies dramatically reduce emissions of gasses such as Perfluorocarbons (PFCs), Oxides of Nitrogen (NOx), and Carbon dioxide (CO2). Steed's Green Consulting provides a fast-track to compliance for companies struggling to comply with local and federal laws, while offering significant savings through the reduction  of consumed utilities such as fuel and water.

"This is certainly a win-win for both Steed and Highvac, and even more so for our existing and prospective customers," said Gerry Catalano, President and CEO of Steed Technology. "The companies we serve face steep and complex challenges when forced to work with separate vendors to piece together environmentally responsible solutions to the toxic and harmful exhaust created in their manufacturing process, while at the same time trying increase machine up-time. High tech companies will face tougher standards in the future and will need advanced vacuum and abatement equipment to be in compliance with regulations and provide the maximum up-time."

"With this merger, we look forward to the new capabilities we can bring to our customers through expanding our scope of supply with the EcoGuard Abatement system.  Vacuum Pumps and PoU Abatement are a perfect product mix, and Steed's products are a direct extension that adds considerable value to the core products and services that we have offered to our customers for the past 18 years. Additionally, the added scope enables us to expand into geographical regions and bring Highvac's proven model of being a 'Local Vendor' to our new customers," says John Catalano President and CEO of Highvac Corp.

About Steed Technology

Steed Technology is a leading provider of thermal processing equipment and environmentally responsible "Point of Use" (PoU) gas abatement solutions for the Semiconductor, LCD and Solar Industries. Our valued customers, who include the biggest names in these industries, rely on Steed to deliver best-in-class technology for their manufacturing processes. With over 50 years of combined experience in the IC process industries, Steed prides itself on delivering products of unsurpassed quality, and providing advanced levels of service and support. http://www.steedtech.com.

About Highvac Corp.

Highvac is a long established provider of vacuum pumps and service for the Semiconductor, LED and Solar industries. A portion of the company's success is directly related providing effective vacuum pumping solutions to its customer base. Started in Colorado Springs, CO., USA ,  with an initial charter to provide local service to the Semiconductor Fabs in Colorado. In order to service customers in these critical industries in a more responsive "local" manner, Highvac expanded in the late 90s with the establishment of local support centers in strategic areas of the USA. As an ISO 9000 registered company, delivering quality products and services to its customers is the ultimate key to Highvac's long term success. http://www.highvacpumps.com.

SOURCE  Steed Technology

Steed Technology

CONTACT: Christian Huff of Steed Technology, christianrhuff@yahoo.com

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

Vantage Hospitality's Hotel Brands Introduce Stay & Save Promotion

Stays this summer give you access to thousands of discounts

CLEVELAND, July 6, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Guests of Vantage Hospitality Group's hotel brands, Americas Best Value Inn®, Canadas Best Value Inn®, Value Inn Worldwide®, Lexington Hotels®, and Lexington Inns®, now have over a thousand more reasons to stay with them this summer.

As part of the new Stay & Save promotion, people who book a room at AmericasBestValueInn.com, CanadasBestValueInn.com, or LexingtonHotels.com for stays through September 16, 2011, will gain access to thousands of discounts and special offers from leading retailers, restaurants, and entertainment providers.

Each qualifying stay this summer will provide four months of access to discounts worth thousands of dollars in savings. So, just two stays give you access for eight months and three or more stays during the promotional period will allow guests to enjoy the discounts for 12 months.

"Our guests have always appreciated our hotels' affordability and the extra value they receive for their hard-earned money. With discounts on shopping, entertainment, and dining, our guests will enjoy even more value as a result of their stays with us. The more they stay, the longer they can save," said Vantage Hospitality marketing director Peter Frantz.

After making an online reservation at any of the brand websites, guests will receive an electronic confirmation with a special link to a special Stay & Save registration page. Upon registering for their stays, they will have access to Stay & Save discounts and offers. Stays reserved through other reservation channels will not qualify for this promotion.

A family of more than 1,000 inns, hotels, and suites located throughout North America and China, Vantage's hotel brands offer guests hometown comfort, quality, and service at an exceptional value.  Convenient locations and a variety of accommodations make Americas Best Value Inn, Canadas Best Value Inn and the Lexington Collection ideal for the leisure and business traveler.  Visit http://www.AmericasBestValueInn.com, http://www.CanadasBestValueInn.com, and http://www.LexingtonHotels.com for reservations and locations.

Media Contact: Al Cohen
acohen@vantagehospitality.com
888-316-2378

SOURCE  Vantage Hospitality Group

Vantage Hospitality Group