Atos Extraordinary Shareholders Meeting Approved the Acquisition of Siemens IT Solutions and Services by 99.99%
With the acquisition Atos becomes a new global IT Champion
The new combined organization is operational from day one
PARIS, July 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Atos, an international information technology services company, today announces that it has completed the acquisition of Siemens IT Solutions and Services - to become a new IT champion with proforma 2010 annual revenues of euro 8.7 billion and 78,500 employees across 42 countries.
The transaction was approved by Atos Extraordinary shareholders meeting held in Atos headquarters in Bezons today by 99.99% of the shareholders. Atos also confirms that it has signed one of the largest IT outsourcing deals with Siemens worth euro 5.5 billion over seven years to take over management of all IT infrastructure, applications and services.
Speaking at the Extraordinary General Meeting, CEO and Chairman, Thierry Breton, said: "Today is a momentous day for our company as we embark on the next chapter in our history to become a top 10 global IT services provider. The combination of Atos Origin & Siemens IT Solutions and Services marks an exciting evolution in the IT market. Our chance to make our mark, to write history with our clients, to introduce brand new ideas to the market, to continue powering progress. This alliance presents the perfect opportunity to accelerate progress and to deliver value to our shareholders, employees and clients. "
"With the combined expertise and knowledge of Siemens IT Solutions and Services and Atos Origin, we are uniquely positioned to help our clients in the new era of IT. At Atos, we have unrivalled expertise in transactional services and as the number one data centre provider in Europe, are best positioned to help our clients transfer smoothly to the Cloud to benefit from increased flexibility and reduced costs."
Creation of an IT Champion
Ranked in the top 10 global IT services providers; number five in managed services worldwide and the number one European player in Europe, the new company is a powerful combination of two highly complementary organisations. Together as Atos, they create a leader in foundation and business critical IT services that will accelerate growth.
In managed services, the acquisition of Siemens IT Solutions and Services more than doubles the capability and capacity of Atos to position it as one the leaders in cloud computing with 30 major data centres, 900,000 SAP users and management of more than 90,000 servers globally.
The deal reinforces the commitment of Atos to innovation and accelerates its strategy to further grow its business in transactional services. Through joint go-to-market plans and joint investment programmes with Siemens, Atos will have more opportunity to extend its successful Atos Worldline business to new markets, geographies and clients.
Partnership for innovation and business growth
The relationship between Atos and Siemens has three dimensions. Siemens today becomes an Atos shareholder with a 15% stake and the biggest Atos client. In addition the two companies have formed a strategic global partnership to jointly develop new IT products and solutions for which both parties are committed to investing 50 million Euros each. This strategic partnership will enable collaboration on large bids and joint R&D efforts in key markets to strengthen innovation and secure new business opportunities across all markets.
Atos - operational today
Following the success of the six month integration programme, which was set up to select the best practices from both companies, to identify the new portfolio and to align core operating processes, Atos is today operating as one company with a newly appointed executive committee.
Thierry Breton Chairman & CEO
Senior Executive Vice
President, Global
Charles Dehelly Operations
Senior Executive Vice
President, Global
Gilles Grapinet Functions
Michel-Alain Proch Chief Financial Officer
Jean-Marie Simon Human Resources
Philippe Mareine General Secretary
Marc Meyer Talents & Communications
Herve Payan Sales & Marketing Support
Winfried Holz Germany
Arnaud Ruffat France (acting)
Keith Wilman UK & Ireland
Rob Pols Benelux
John Evers North America
Patrick Adiba Iberia
Kari Kupila North & South West Europe
Hanns-Thomas Kopf Central & Eastern Europe
Milind Kamat India
Herbert Leung Asia Pacific
Alexandre Gouvea Latin America
Christophe Duquenne Atos Worldline
Francis Meston Systems Integration
Eric Grall Managed Services
Consulting & Technology
Arnaud Ruffat Services
Hi-Tech Transactional
Services & Special
Marc-Henri Desportes businesses
Public Sector, Healthcare
Ingo Juraske & Transport
Manufacturing, Retail &
Robert Goegele Services
Dr Ljiljana Mitic Financial Services
Francis Delacourt Energy & Utilities
Telecommunications, Media
Bruno Fabre & Technology
Strategic Sales &
Sven Rehders Engagements
Didier Dhennin will become special advisor to the
Chairman and CEO.
The role of the new executive committee will be to develop and execute the Group strategy and merger plans to ensure value is delivered to clients, shareholders and employees from today. This will include the roll out of TOP2 program, which follows the successful TOP program launched in December 2008. TOP2 will focus on increasing profitability of the combined entity through optimization of synergies such as office locations and procurement.
Atos - a new brand
During the Extraordinary General Meeting, Thierry Breton revealed the Company's new name and brand 'Atos'. It has been created to strengthen market positioning and highlight the Company's commitment to its clients and its corporate values - accountability, trust, operational competitiveness, service to clients, innovation, social well being and excellence.
The Atos brand brings together the heritage of Atos Origin TO Siemens IT Solutions and Services. It represents the Company's vision to create the firm of the future where people, technology and business work together to accelerate progress. It also highlights its belief to strive to power sustainable progress and its ambition to be a trusted partner of choice for clients and the best place to work for its business technologists.
Atos serves a global client base to deliver hi-tech transactional services, consulting and technology, systems integration and managed services. With its deep technology expertise and industry knowledge, it works with clients across the following market sectors: Manufacturing and Retail Services, Finance, Energy and Utilities, Telecom, media, Public Sector, Health and Transport.
The Group confirmed during the Extraordinary General Meeting its targets for 2013 : revenue of euro 9 to 10 billion ; operating margin at 7 - 8 percent ; EPS to increase by more than 50% compared to 2011 for new company and free cash flow in the range of euro 350 to euro 400 million.
About Atos
Atos is an international information technology services company with annual revenues of EUR 8.7 billion and 78,500 employees in 42 countries. Serving a global client base, it delivers hi-tech transactional services, consulting, systems integration and managed services.
Atos is focused on business technology that powers progress and helps organizations to create their firm of the future. It is the Worldwide Information Technology Partner for the Olympic Games and is quoted on the Paris Eurolist Market. Atos operates under the brands Atos, Atos Consulting, Atos Worldline and Atos WorldGrid. For more information, visit: atos.net
Neustar Closes Acquisition of Evolving Systems' Numbering Solutions Assets
STERLING, Va., July 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Neustar, Inc. (NYSE: NSR), a provider of market-leading, innovative solutions and directory services that enables trusted communication across networks, applications and enterprises around the world, today announced that the company has closed the acquisition of assets from Evolving Systems' Numbering Solutions business for approximately $39.0 million in cash. The Numbering Solutions business expands Neustar's Carrier Services portfolio, adding new operational support systems (OSS) solutions.
"The proliferation of network-connected devices provides consumers with valuable services, but also significantly increases the complexity in operators' networks," said Lisa Hook, Neustar's President and Chief Executive Officer. "Neustar's aim is to provide solutions that help operators simplify their OSS architectures by offering increased network and service intelligence. The addition of the Evolving Systems' Numbering Solutions business to our Carrier Services portfolio enables Neustar to further streamline network management and improve the quality of services offered in an IP world."
Neustar's acquisition of the Numbering Solutions business from Evolving Systems is the company's latest strategic investment that strengthens and expands its business and information analytics portfolio. The Numbering Solutions technology complements Neustar's services by offering operators order management and inventory solutions through either a locally deployed or hosted model. The integration of this business with Neustar's Carrier Services operating segment advances the Neustar strategy to help customers better manage the transition to IP networks, reduce network complexity, and increase their ability to deliver advanced services.
About Neustar, Inc.
Neustar, Inc. (NYSE: NSR) provides market-leading, innovative solutions and directory services that enable trusted communication across networks, applications, and enterprises around the world. Visit Neustar online at http://www.neustar.biz.
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Statements in this press release regarding Neustar, Inc.'s proposed acquisition of the Numbering Solutions business of Evolving Systems, Inc., including, without limitation, benefits and synergies of the acquisition, and any other statements regarding future expectations, beliefs, goals or business prospects constitute forward-looking statements made pursuant to the safe harbor provision of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. We cannot assure you that our expectations will be achieved or that any deviations will not be material. Forward-looking statements are subject to many assumptions, risks and uncertainties that may cause future results to differ materially from those anticipated. More information about potential factors that could affect our business and financial results is included in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including, without limitation, our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter-ended March 31, 2011 and subsequent periodic reports. All forward-looking statements are based on information available to us on the date of this press release, and we undertake no obligation to update any of the forward-looking statements after the date of this press release.
CONTACT: Investor Relations Contact, Brandon Pugh, +1-571-434-5659, brandon.pugh@neustar.biz, or Media Contact, Allen Goldberg, +1-202-368-4670, allen.goldberg@neustar.biz
Atos and Siemens Have Finalized the Acquisition by Atos of Siemens IT Solutions and Services
PARIS, July 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Atos, an international IT services company, and Siemens announced today that both companies have completed the transaction pursuant to which Atos has acquired Siemens IT Solutions and Services GmbH, the holding company of all Siemens IT activities.
All conditions precedent for this transaction have now been completed, the last step was the approval of the transaction by Atos shareholders at the Atos Extraordinary Shareholders meeting held today.
The Atos Extraordinary Shareholders Meeting has in particular approved the following resolutions:
-- Approval of the contribution by Siemens to Atos of Siemens IT Solutions
and Services.
-- As consideration for the contribution, Siemens has received shares of
Atos representing 15% of the share capital of Atos as well as bonds
convertible into new or existing shares of Atos representing a nominal
amount of 250 million Euros, and a cash payment of 176 million Euros.
-- Dr. Roland Busch, Member of the Managing Board of Siemens AG, has been
appointed member of the Board of Directors of Atos.
-- The change of company name from Atos Origin to Atos.
The deal creates a new company with proforma 2010 annual revenues of EUR 8.7 billion and 78,500 employees across 42 countries.
About Atos
Atos is an international information technology services company with annual revenues of EUR 8.7 billion and 78,500 employees in 42 countries. Serving a global client base, it delivers hi-tech transactional services, consulting, systems integration and managed services.
Atos is focused on business technology that powers progress and helps organizations to create their firm of the future. It is the Worldwide Information Technology Partner for the Olympic Games and is quoted on the Paris Eurolist Market. Atos operates under the brands Atos, Atos Consulting, Atos Worldline and Atos WorldGrid. For more information, visit: atos.net
About Siemens
Siemens AG (Berlin and Munich) is a global powerhouse in electronics and electrical engineering, operating in the industry, energy and healthcare sectors. For over 160 years, Siemens has stood for technological excellence, innovation, quality, reliability and internationality. The company is the world's largest provider of environmental technologies. More than one-third of its total revenue stems from green products and solutions. In fiscal 2010, which ended on September 30, 2010, revenue from continuing operations (excluding Osram and Siemens IT Solutions and Services) totaled euro 69 billion and net income from continuing operations euro 4.3 billion. At the end of September 2010, Siemens had around 336,000 employees worldwide on the basis of continuing operations. Further information is available on the Internet at: http://www.siemens.com.
State of Michigan Launches First App With AT&T's Mobile Enterprise Application Platform
LANSING, Mich., July 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Along with the tent, sleeping bag, bug spray and s'mores, there's one more essential camping supply this summer. As campers gear up for a few days in the great outdoors this Fourth of July, they can add the "MI Camping and Recreation Locator" mobile app to the list of necessities.
The State of Michigan's Department of Natural Resources and AT&T* launched the app just in time for one of the busiest camping seasons of the year. As the name suggests, the app locates and provides helpful details about where people can camp, boat, hike and swim. Some of the features include:
-- List of campgrounds
-- Campsite amenities and fees
-- Camping terms and features
-- List of trails
-- List of visitor centers
-- Calendar of events
In the future, the app will also assist in reserving a campsite after narrowing down the perfect park. Other future features include the "24 Hour Fishing License," where anglers can purchase a license on the fly.
"Creative use of technology will help the Department of Natural Resources increase visitors to our state parks and recreation areas," said Department of Natural Resources Director Rodney Stokes. "This is the first of many phone apps we hope to develop to assist our customers in the outdoors and attract new customers to Michigan's amazing natural resources."
The free app is available on most platforms, including Android, BlackBerry and more.
AT&T Mobile Enterprise Applications Platform
The "MI Camping and Recreation Locator" is one of many apps already deployed via AT&T Mobile Enterprise Applications Platform, but is a first for the State. AT&T Mobile Enterprise Applications Platform supports a variety of mobile platforms, making it easy for agencies to integrate applications across multiple device systems. This feature allows governments like the State of Michigan to build an application once and then deploy it to virtually any combination of mobile devices.
AT&T is hosting the application in its highly secure AT&T Synaptic Hosting(SM) environment, a cloud-like service. With this service, AT&T operates, monitors and maintains the servers and storage related to this application.
*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.
Sunstar GUM's New Website Answers Questions About Oral Care and Wellness
CHICAGO, July 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Demonstrating their commitment to oral care for the entire family, Sunstar Americas, Inc. has created a central location people can visit to receive information on oral health concerns, http://www.gumbrand.com/.
Sunstar Americas, Inc., makers of GUM®, Butler® and Guidor® oral care products, has launched its new website June 30th, 2011 with a special focus on providing visitors with easy access to oral care information and solutions. Through an innovative, interactive "Solutions Finder," people can simply select from a list of topics and symptoms to find information suited specifically to their oral care needs. The Solution Finder supports the company's long-standing relationship with Dental Professionals and is designed to enhance patient compliance of oral care products that have been developed and recommended by Dental Professionals.
"Our mission is to improve overall systemic health by helping people of all ages have stronger, healthier teeth and gums," said Dan Descary, Managing Director. "The new website gives us a leadership role in educating and motivating people to make a lifelong commitment to oral health, by putting information and solutions at their fingertips."
Sunstar is involved in a special initiative calling attention to the link between diabetes management and oral care. Sunstar is working with Joslin Diabetes Center to educate people with diabetes and dental care providers on the importance of maintaining a regular dental care routine as part of a comprehensive diabetes care plan. Included in the relaunch of http://www.GUMbrand.com will be a section dedicated to providing oral health information for Diabetes Educators as well as for individuals living with diabetes. (Joslin is an independent, nonprofit institution, and does not endorse products or services.)
According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), emerging research suggests that the relationship between serious gum disease and diabetes is twofold. Not only are people with diabetes prone to gum disease, but gum disease may potentially affect blood glucose control, which contributes to the progression of diabetic conditions. People who have diabetes and do not take proper care of their teeth and gums may increase their chances of diabetes complications.
Along with site information on the issue, Sunstar will be hosting a series of activities throughout the month of July with special features and giveaways on Facebook and Twitter. Follow for details on Sunstar Twitter (@SunstarGUM) and Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/sunstar). Of special note, on July 14 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. CDT Sunstar will team with Amy Bellgardt of MomSpark.com to host a special Twitter Party (#healthygums), with conversation, games and prizes focused on family oral care. And beginning July 15, look for special offers and prizes on Hip2Save.com, where Sunstar will be supporting their "Hip2Help" initiative helping tornado recovery efforts in Joplin, MO.
About Sunstar Americas, Inc.
Chicago-based Sunstar Americas ,Inc. (formerly, John O. Butler Company) is a member of the Sunstar Group of companies, a global organization headquartered in Switzerland that serves health care professionals and consumers in 90 countries around the world. Sunstar's mission is to always strive to help people everywhere achieve better health and enhance their quality of life.
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Sunstar Americas, Inc.
CONTACT: Mary Ann Hauert of Sunstar Americas, Inc., +1-773-481-3596, Mary.ann.hauert@us.sunstar.com
Qmed Profiles Searchable Across All Medical Device Websites
Extended search functionality includes Qmed profiles in search results across entire network
LOS ANGELES, July 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Qmed.com, a UBM Canon publishing group brand and the world's only 100% qualified medical device supplier directory and search engine, announced its supplier profiles are now included in search functionality across all medical device websites. This new search functionality allows medical device professionals to see Qmed supplier profiles (free and paid listings) in search results when they conduct keyword searches on any chosen medical device brand site. As a result, medical device OEMs can better connect with qualified medical device suppliers that match their specific search requests.
For example, if a user is on the Medical Device and Diagnostic Industry (MD+DI) website, and conducts a keyword search, the results now contain content from every site in the network, providing the user with the most complete search results and resources for their query. This functionality also provides suppliers with Qmed profiles more visibility to the entire medical device network of website users.
"Qmed profiles that have been optimized with keywords now have the added benefit and exposure of appearing in searches across all UBM Canon medical device sites," stated Tim Simone, Qmed Brand Director. "Basically, if they have a Qmed profile optimized for a particular keyword search, they will now show up on search results on MD+DI, MPMN, EMDT, MED, IVDT, CMDM, JMD&DM, OrthoTec, and others. Do a search on any of these sites and you'll notice that many of the Qmed listings are coming up first in the search results."
Qmed's powerful search tool, directory, and white paper library provide the most efficient supplier-sourcing experience for medical device OEMs. Supplier listings and resources are editorially screened to give OEMs relevant information on medical contract manufacturers, stock component suppliers, and medical device consultancies.
About Qmed
Qmed is the world's ONLY 100% qualified medical device supplier directory and search engine, created exclusively for OEMs actively researching and sourcing qualified suppliers, products, and services during the product design cycle. Powered by advanced keyword search and embedded with relevant supplier and industry content, rich media, and RFP opportunities, Qmed is the critical resource used to connect medical device OEMs with qualified suppliers. From medical contract manufacturers to stock component suppliers and medical device consultancies, Qmed's powerful search tool, directory, and white paper library serves only relevant, editorially screened supplier listings and resources to provide the most efficient supplier-sourcing experience for medical device OEMs. Qualified suppliers are determined by verification of the following criteria: currently working with medical device OEMs, exhibit at medical device industry trade shows, are GMP compliant, ISO 9000, and/or FDA-registered.
About UBM Canon
UBM Canon, the leading B2B media company dedicated exclusively to the global $3.0 trillion advanced manufacturing sector, helps support the flow of information, commerce and innovation in such sophisticated segments as medical devices and pharmaceutical development. UBM Canon also addresses cutting-edge developments in broader areas of advanced engineering design and manufacturing, and manufacturing processes and packaging. UBM Canon is part of UBM plc (UBM.L) a global provider of media and information services for professional B2B communities and markets.
FXDD Joins Dukascopy Bank SA in a White Label Partnership
Leading Online Forex Brokers Partner to Offer JForex to US Clients
NEW YORK, July 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- FXDD, a leader in online Forex trading, today announced a white label partnership with top online Swiss bank, Dukascopy Bank SA. The partnership will allow US-clients to trade on the globally popular JForex platform. The partnership also allows FXDD to broaden its reach in the global marketplace by offering Dukascopy Bank SA's JForex platform in its suite of Forex trading interfaces. The platform will be called FXDD JForex.
"Our white label partnership is a great opportunity for two leading Forex brokers to work together to offer the JForex trading platform to US-based traders," said Lubomir Kaneti, FXDD's Chief Operating Officer. "A relationship with Dukascopy Bank SA represents a great opportunity for FXDD and is a testament to our commitment to reliable trade execution and outstanding customer service."
The regulatory environment of Foreign Exchange trading in the United States will be subject to changes mandated by the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform Act that go into effect on July 16, 2011. As a result, US based retail traders must trade with a US broker. The white label partnership will afford the opportunity for US-based Dukascopy Bank SA clients to continue to use the JForex platform with FXDD. The FXDD JForex platform will also be available to new retail Forex traders in the United States.
Alain Broyon, CEO of Dukascopy Bank SA said, "We are proud to announce this collaboration between two leading companies in the Forex market. By doing so, Dukascopy Bank SA builds up its position as a liquidity provider and an online Forex trading technology company. This cooperation will allow US clients to continue accessing Dukascopy Bank SA's advanced FX technology."
About FXDD
FXDD (http://www.fxdd.com), a Foreign Exchange Dealer registered with the CFTC and a member of the National Futures Association, is headquartered in New York City's 7 World Trade Center. FXDD is a leader in online Forex trading dedicated to providing superior customer service, powerful trading technology, and reliable streaming liquidity. FXDD provides services to individual and institutional traders, hedge funds, commercial entities, brokerage firms and money managers around the world. FXDD offers 24-hour Forex trading by way of its trading platforms, which include: MetaTrader, FXDDTrader, PowerTrader and FXDDAuto. The Company's services currently provide competitive interbank pricing, no-interest accounts, and fully-automated execution. FXDD also provides 50:1 leverage in the US, as well as competitive bid-to-ask spreads.
Follow FXDD on Twitter at twitter.com/fxdd and on Facebook at facebook.com/FXDDForex.
ZocDoc Launches in Atlanta, Offering Instant Doctor's Appointments Online
Atlantans Now Able to Find Nearby Doctors and Book Appointments with One-Click
ATLANTA, July 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Today ZocDoc, a free online service for patients to instantly book doctor's appointments, launches in the Greater Atlanta area. ZocDoc is improving access to healthcare by allowing patients to find local doctors, sort by location and insurance plan, read verified reviews and book appointments online at ZocDoc.com or via the ZocDoc iPhone App. More than 100,000 appointments with nearby doctors are available in the Atlanta area on ZocDoc.
ZocDoc is completely free of charge for patients, who receive around the clock access to medical providers' schedules in real-time and can read verified patient reviews of local doctors. Appointments with primary care physicians, obstetricians/gynecologists, and dermatologists are available in greater Atlanta now, and more specialties will be added in the coming months.
A new patient booking an appointment with an Atlanta physician must wait over 11 days on average, according to a study by national health care search and consulting firm Merritt Hawkins & Associates. However, 40 percent of all appointments scheduled by ZocDoc users occur within 24 hours, and more than 60 percent of ZocDoc book appointments that take place within three days.
"We've received lots of feedback from Atlanta area residents, telling us about long waits for doctor's appointments in their area and asking us to bring ZocDoc to their neighborhood," said Cyrus Massoumi, ZocDoc co-founder and CEO. "We're thrilled to offer faster healthcare to Atlanta as of today."
Dr. Oliver Kharraz, co-founder and Chief Medical Officer of ZocDoc, looks forward to reducing healthcare costs in the Atlanta region. "ZocDoc also lowers the price of healthcare in Atlanta by allowing patients to find doctors who accept their insurance and can see them on short notice, saving patients money on unnecessary trips to the emergency room, and costly out-of-network charges."
ZocDoc currently offers appointments in the major metropolitan areas of New York, Washington, D.C., San Francisco, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, Houston, Philadelphia, and Atlanta. To learn more about ZocDoc, please visit the ZocDoc press room. Patients can follow ZocDoc on the ZocDoc blog, via Twitter, or on Facebook.
About ZocDoc
ZocDoc, founded in 2007, is improving access to healthcare by enabling patients to search for doctors, sort by location and insurance accepted, read verified reviews, and instantly book an appointment online or via the free ZocDoc App for iPhone. There are more than 4.9 million medical appointments available on ZocDoc. Approximately 700,000 people use ZocDoc to find a doctor or dentist each month.
AnyMP4 Blu-ray Ripper - Newest Blu-ray Ripping Software That can Legally Remove MKB24 Copy Protection
BEIJING, July 1, 2011 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- AnyMP4 is a new brand that provides high-end high quality products and services for users from all over the world. The products of AnyMP4 are designed with advanced functions and splendid interfaces. We are proud of our products and eager to offer users the finest services ever produced.
As the most professional Blu-ray ripping software ever witnessed by the world, AnyMP4 Blu-ray Ripper specializes in ripping high-definition Blu-ray video to any popular video format according to your needs. Designed for fast speed, high video quality and universal application, AnyMP4 Blu-ray Ripper provides you with the most efficient Blu-ray ripping solution and the most astonishing video effect.
By using this powerful Blu-ray Converter, you can also legally remove Blu-ray copy protections, such as the newest MKB24 copy protection. Then you are free to copy and send the Blu-ray video as you wish. You are also allowed to customize video effect with the versatile editing tools provided by AnyMP4 Blu-ray Ripper. Video Encoder, Resolution, Bitrate, Frame Rate, Aspect Ratio, and output parameters such as Brightness, Contrast and Saturation are also adjustable. Aiming to colorize your mobile life, this software is also designed to rip Blu-ray video to iPod, iPhone, iPad, Xoom, Mobile Phone, PSP and other portable devices compatible formats.
What key functions does AnyMP4 Blu-ray Ripper have?
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Designed with the most advanced techniques and the most efficient solutions, AnyMP4 Blu-ray Ripper is competent for ripping Blu-ray video to any popular video format such as AVI, 3GP, WMV, WMA, VOB, DivX, XviD and MP4.
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You can extract audio track from Blu-ray video files with the help of AnyMP4 Blu-ray Ripper. You are also allowed to convert it to popular audio formats such as MP3, WMA, AAC, AC3, AIFF, AMR, AU, FLAC, M4A, MP2, OGG and WAV.
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Not satisfied with the size or effect of the ripped video? Just turn to the powerful editing tools for help. AnyMP4 Blu-ray Ripper grants you a collection of professional editing tools that helps you customize video effect as you wish. You can trim video length, crop video frame, merge video clips into one and add text/image watermarks to the video. You can also adjust output parameters such as Brightness, Contrast and Saturation.
5. Audio track and subtitle selection
If you are not content with the original audio track and subtitle, you can choose your preferred audio track and subtitle if they are available.
6. Support multiple devices
AnyMP4 Blu-ray Ripper is also specially designed for portable device users, which supports devices including but not limited to iPod, iPhone, iPhone 4, iPad, iPad 2, Xoom, Android devices, PSP, Mobile Phone, BlackBerry Phone, PS3 and Xbox.
7. Automatic upgrade
Order now and enjoy free upgrade! You can choose to order one-year or life-time free upgrade according to your needs. Once connected to the Internet, the software will automatically detect if there are new upgrades available. AnyMP4 Blu-ray Ripper also supports languages including France, Japanese and German.
In all, AnyMP4 Blu-ray Ripper is the best choice for Blu-ray video zealots, which can achieve all kinds of jobs with incredible speed and high efficiency.
For more information about this compelling software, please visit the webpage below:
AnyMP4, a software producer, aims to provide the best and world-class solution of converting Blu-ray Disc, DVD and video/audio files. AnyMP4 is dedicated to developing the most powerful multimedia processing software for users all over the world. Our product portfolio ranges from video tools, DVD tools, Blu-ray tools, etc. on both Microsoft Windows and Apple's Mac OS X platforms. All these softwares can help you easily solve almost all DVD/Blu-ray/video issues. For more details about AnyMP4, please visit: http://www.anymp4.com.
SOURCE Harbour Software
Harbour Software
CONTACT: Press Contact: Richard Harris, Tel: +86-15001326252, pr@anymp4.com, http://www.anymp4.com
Maxell Launches its Entire Silver Oxide Battery Portfolio
Maxell Introduces a Zero-Mercury, Zero-Lead Added Silver-Oxide Cells; Reducing Environmental Impact While Maintaining Current Product Sustainability
WOODLAND PARK, N.J., July 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Maxell Corporation of America, the leading manufacturers of battery and data storage products, is pleased to announce the introduction of an environmentally advanced silver-oxide cell that successfully reduces the mercury and lead in the cathode material to zero, while maintaining a battery life comparable to conventional silver-oxide cells with the new zero-mercury, zero-lead added type.
Starting July 1, 2011, Connecticut, Louisiana, Maine, Rhode Island and Vermont will prohibit the shipment of standard silver-oxide batteries. Silver-oxide cells are the primary long-life cells used in wristwatches, and use silver-oxide for the cathode electrode, zinc for the anode electrode and an alkaline solution for the electrolyte. In conventional silver-oxide cells, small amounts of mercury and lead are used as an anti-corrosive. An anti-corrosive improves long-term reliability, while reducing the gas generation that follows the corrosion of the zinc in the anode and as a result of the local cell between the zinc and the surface area of the collector which contacts the zinc. Maxell has been able to achieve zero-mercury, zero-lead using an original new cathode anti-corrosion technology, along with a corrosion-resistant zinc alloy.
Maxell's new mercury free batteries draw on an ongoing commitment to developing and commercializing environmentally friendly products. Looking forward, Maxell will continue to pursue high -quality and environmentally conscious products and focus on developing technologies designed to reduce the environmental impact of its own products, and products used daily by consumers around the world.
About Maxell
Maxell Corporation of America, a technology and marketing leader for over 40 years, is a full line supplier of OEM and consumer battery products as well as digital media products for consumer, professional and data storage markets. The company manufactures and markets a wide range of consumer and industrial battery products, as well as a full line of electronics care, maintenance, and accessory products including headphones, flash media and sound bars. http://www.maxell.com
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Popular WildEarth Broadcasts to Deliver Live Multi-View Exclusively on Ustream
24/7 Wildlife cameras allow users the choice of up to seven simultaneous live video streams
SAN FRANCISCO, July 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Ustream, the leader in live online video, and wildlife broadcaster, WildEarth, announced the launch of a new interactive video channel that will engage viewers with a compelling array of professionally produced live wildlife streams. Using technology that adds immersion to nature from virtually anywhere, a new Multi-View Experience will provide unprecedented views of the spontaneous and exotic wilderness only rarely witnessed in-person. The various streams capture a diverse selection of animals including elephants, lions, giraffes, and more through global locations such as Africa and the United States. Available exclusively on Ustream, WildEarth will go live with seven new channels of around-the-clock wildlife broadcasts starting on July 1, 2011.
Ustream is introducing its Multi-View screen functionality on the WildEarth hub at Ustream.TV/PetesPond, giving viewers full control to customize their own experience alongside an active social stream and chat room. Available whenever connected to Ustream - on mobile devices, internet connected TVs, Google TV and Boxee - all 7 of the WildEarth channels will feature this immersive Multi-View capability from the Pete's Pond Channel.
Live from Africa
In the heart of Botswana, viewers will encounter exotic wildlife at Pete's Pond, where a camera overlooking this watering hole provides a rare glimpse into life on the African savannah, 24 hours a day.
Live from the Djuma Game Reserve in South Africa, the Djuma Water Hole features an unobtrusive camera that is virtually controlled by an international team of volunteer wildlife enthusiasts called "zoomies". For the virtual traveler, Ustream.TV/wildearthsafari is a twice-daily, expert-presenter led, live safari that travels the bush and open plains of the Djuma Game Reserve.
"As we've seen with the now-famous Ustream Decorah Eagles," says Ruby Tugade, Manager of Content & Distribution at Ustream, "interactive broadcasting is incredibly powerful in building, educating, and inspiring a community of millions. Now, with the addition of simultaneous live cameras via Ustream's Multi-View technology, communities may share a panoramic view of the world together."
The American Wilderness
Operation Migration will entertain viewers at Ustream.TV/migratingcranes, where endangered whooping crane chicks will be taught to accept and follow a specially modified ultra-light aircraft that will teach them a migratory route from the White River Marsh State Wildlife Area in Wisconsin to Florida.
Additionally, WildEarth and PixController have teamed up to broadcast live Multi-Views, using PixController cameras positioned near an automatic feeder that operates 24/7 all year round, where an array of wildlife is attracted.
"We're hoping our WildEarth broadcasts become more than just a center of attention for wildlife buffs," says Graham Wallington, CEO of WildEarth. "By not only bringing people to these Multi-View Ustream camera options, we are offering them a much broader and more visceral experience, and we're putting a degree of virtual tourism on-line with an interactive learning environment that will ultimately help conserve these amazing animals and their environments."
The WildEarth hub of channels available with the Multi-View Experience can be found at Ustream via these links:
CCEI's Trial Course for July is 'The Professional Portfolio'
DULUTH, Ga. July 1, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- ChildCare Education Institute (CCEI), an IACET approved and nationally accredited distance training institution dedicated exclusively to the child care industry, offers new users the trial course CCEI800 - The Professional Portfolio: Fostering and Documenting Professional Development at no cost for the month of July.
A professional portfolio is a tool that benefits administrators, teachers and directors in the child care industry. CCEI800 introduces early childhood professionals to the practice of developing a professional portfolio as a means of enhancing professional growth. The portfolio provides evidence of professional skills and experience. Furthermore, potential employers appreciate and respect the time and effort it takes to develop and maintain a comprehensive portfolio. This course teaches students how to create a portfolio, what to include, and how to arrange it, as well as the purpose and characteristics of an accompanying reflective statement.
"The creation and maintenance of a professional portfolio increases caregivers' credibility by showcasing their abilities and readiness to nurture and educate young children. This course introduces caregivers to the concept of the professional portfolio to encourage their professional development," said Maria C. Taylor, President and CEO of CCEI.
CCEI800 is available to new CCEI users at no cost in July. To take this course as a new user, click on Take a Trial Course and Earn CEU Credit! at http://www.cceionline.edu. Existing account holders without an active, annual individual or center-based subscription may purchase this one-hour 0.1 IACET CEU course for $15.
About CCEI
ChildCare Education Institute is an online child care training institution dedicated to providing the child care industry with professional development programs and courses to meet their education requirements. Over 100 online child care training courses to meet annual licensing requirements, in English and Spanish, are available, as well as online certificate programs of study, such as the Online Child Development Associate (CDA), Online Director's Certificate, and many others. CCEI is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council, approved by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training to award IACET Continuing Education Units (CEUs), and authorized under the Nonpublic Postsecondary Educational Institutions Act of 1990, license number 837.
Sotera Hosts July 7 Networking Event for Cleared IT Professionals in Northern Virginia
MCLEAN, Va., June 30, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Sotera Defense Solutions (Sotera), a provider of mission-critical, technology-based systems, solutions and services for national security agencies and programs of the U.S. government, will host a networking social on Thursday, July 7, for cleared IT professionals working in Northern Virginia.
The event will take place from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. at Uncle Julio's, Rio Grande located at 4301 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, Virginia.
If you are a cleared IT professional supporting government agencies in Northern Virginia, the Sotera networking social is a good opportunity to gather with your colleagues, learn about new opportunities and win some interesting prizes.
Free appetizers and giveaways will also be provided, so get there early.
About Sotera Defense Solutions, Inc.
Sotera Defense Solutions, Inc. (Sotera) is an agile, mid-sized national security technology company that delivers innovative systems, solutions and services in support of the critical missions and programs of the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, Department of Homeland Security, federal law enforcement agencies and other parts of the federal government charged with ensuring the safety and security of our nation. Sotera is projecting revenues of over $320 million in 2011. Our over 1,200 employees remain focused on delivering essential cyber security systems and operations, intelligence analysis, assured enterprise IT, C4ISR and force mobility and modernization solutions to our customers throughout national security community. Learn more about Sotera at http://www.soteradefense.com.
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- Scientists achieved a 100 times performance increase in write latency compared to flash memory
- Enables a paradigm shift for enterprise IT and storage systems, including cloud computing by 2016
ZURICH, June 30, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- For the first time, scientists at IBM Research (NYSE: IBM) have demonstrated that a relatively new memory technology, known as phase-change memory (PCM), can reliably store multiple data bits per cell over extended periods of time. This significant improvement advances the development of low-cost, faster and more durable memory applications for consumer devices, including mobile phones and cloud storage, as well as high-performance applications, such as enterprise data storage.
With a combination of speed, endurance, non-volatility and density, PCM can enable a paradigm shift for enterprise IT and storage systems within the next five years. Scientists have long been searching for a universal, non-volatile memory technology with far superior performance than flash - today's most ubiquitous non-volatile memory technology. The benefits of such a memory technology would allow computers and servers to boot instantaneously and significantly enhance the overall performance of IT systems. A promising contender is PCM that can write and retrieve data 100 times faster than flash, enable high storage capacities and not lose data when the power is turned off. Unlike flash, PCM is also very durable and can endure at least 10 million write cycles, compared to current enterprise-class flash at 30,000 cycles or consumer-class flash at 3,000 cycles. While 3,000 cycles will out live many consumer devices, 30,000 cycles are orders of magnitude too low to be suitable for enterprise applications. (see chart for comparisons).
"As organizations and consumers increasingly embrace cloud-computing models and services, whereby most of the data is stored and processed in the cloud, ever more powerful and efficient, yet affordable storage technologies are needed," states Dr. Haris Pozidis, Manager of Memory and Probe Technologies at IBM Research - Zurich. "By demonstrating a multi-bit phase-change memory technology which achieves for the first time reliability levels akin to those required for enterprise applications, we made a big step towards enabling practical memory devices based on multi-bit PCM."
Multi-level Phase Change Memory Breakthrough
To achieve this breakthrough demonstration, IBM scientists in Zurich used advanced modulation coding techniques to mitigate the problem of short-term drift in multi-bit PCM, which causes the stored resistance levels to shift over time, which in turn creates read errors. Up to now, reliable retention of data has only been shown for single bit-per-cell PCM, whereas no such results on multi-bit PCM have been reported.
PCM leverages the resistance change that occurs in the material -- an alloy of various elements -- when it changes its phase from crystalline - featuring low resistance - to amorphous - featuring high resistance - to store data bits. In a PCM cell, where a phase-change material is deposited between a top and a bottom electrode, phase change can controllably be induced by applying voltage or current pulses of different strengths. These heat up the material and when distinct temperature thresholds are reached cause the material to change from crystalline to amorphous or vice versa.
In addition, depending on the voltage, more or less material between the electrodes will undergo a phase change, which directly affects the cell's resistance. Scientists exploit that aspect to store not only one bit, but multiple bits per cell. In the present work, IBM scientists used four distinct resistance levels to store the bit combinations "00", "01" 10" and "11".
To achieve the demonstrated reliability, crucial technical advancements in the "read" and "write" process were necessary. The scientists implemented an iterative "write" process to overcome deviations in the resistance due to inherent variability in the memory cells and the phase-change materials: "We apply a voltage pulse based on the deviation from the desired level and then measure the resistance. If the desired level of resistance is not achieved, we apply another voltage pulse and measure again - until we achieve the exact level," explains Pozidis.
Despite using the iterative process, the scientists achieved a worst-case write latency of about 10 microseconds, which represents a 100x performance increase over even the most advanced Flash memory on the market today.
For demonstrating reliable read-out of data bits, the scientists needed to tackle the problem of resistance drift. Because of structural relaxation of the atoms in the amorphous state, the resistance increases over time after the phase change, eventually causing errors in the read-out. To overcome that issue, the IBM scientists applied an advanced modulation coding technique that is inherently drift-tolerant. The modulation coding technique is based on the fact that, on average, the relative order of programmed cells with different resistance levels does not change due to drift.
Using that technique, the IBM scientists were able to mitigate drift and demonstrate long- term retention of bits stored in a subarray of 200,000 cells of their PCM test chip, fabricated in 90-nanometer CMOS technology. The PCM test chip was designed and fabricated by scientists and engineers located in Burlington, Vermont; Yorktown Heights, New York and in Zurich. This retention experiment has been under way for more than five months, indicating that multi-bit PCM can achieve a level of reliability that is suitable for practical applications.
The PCM research project at IBM Research - Zurich will continue to be studied at the recently opened Binnig and Rohrer Nanotechnology Center. The center, which is jointly operated by IBM and ETH Zurich as part of a strategic partnership in nanosciences, offers a cutting-edge infrastructure, including a large cleanroom for micro- and nanofabrication as well as six "noise-free" labs, especially shielded laboratories for highly sensitive experiments.
A History of Pioneering Memory Technology
IBM has a history in creating breakthrough computer memory technology. In 1966, IBM Fellow, Dr. Robert Dennard invented dynamic random access memory -- DRAM -- which, when combined with the first low-cost microprocessors, opened the door to small personal computers. Today, every PC, notebook computer, game console and other computing device is loaded with DRAM chips. DRAM also powers mainframes, data center servers and most of the machines that run the Internet. In 1988, Dr. Dennard was awarded the US National Medal of Technology for the invention of DRAM. As IBM commemorates its Centennial this year, the company celebrates DRAM as one of its 100 greatest innovations. For more information, visit: http://www.ibm.com/ibm100/us/en/icons/dram/.
The paper "Drift-tolerant Multilevel Phase-Change Memory" by N. Papandreou, H. Pozidis, T. Mittelholzer, G.F. Close, M. Breitwisch, C. Lam and E. Eleftheriou, was recently presented by Haris Pozidis at the 3rd IEEE International Memory Workshop in Monterey, CA.
CONTACTS:
Chris Sciacca
IBM Research - Zurich
+41 44 724 84 43
cia@zurich.ibm.com
Ari Entin
IBM Research - Almaden
+1 408 927 2274
aentin@us.ibm.com
Centrify Offers Likewise Customers Simple and Affordable Migration
New Software and Support Trade-in Program Makes it Easy to Upgrade to Centrify Active Directory Bridge and Privilege Management Technologies
SUNNYVALE, Calif., June 30, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Centrify Corporation, the leading provider of security and compliance solutions that centrally control, secure and audit cross-platform systems and applications using Active Directory, today announced a new program for organizations interested in replacing their existing Likewise Software products. The Centrify Software Trade-in program offers customers credit for their purchased versions of Likewise products when migrating to Centrify technology prior to December 31, 2011. Additionally, free support is available for customers wishing to swap out the free Likewise utility for Centrify's comprehensive suite of free solutions. This trade-in announcement is made in the context of Likewise Software exiting the Active Directory Bridge market and announcing an asset sale of its Likewise Enterprise and Likewise Open technology.
The potential misuse of shared credentials and privileged access is leading IT managers to focus on providing authenticated and authorized access to on-premise and cloud-based systems. Centrify delivers these capabilities by letting organizations of all sizes leverage the existing infrastructure they already own--Microsoft Active Directory--to perform identity consolidation and privilege management of Linux, UNIX and Mac systems in their environment. With integrated authentication, single sign-on, authorization, auditing, encryption of data-in-motion and new cloud security capabilities, Centrify Suite 2011 provides the broadest set of both free and licensed functionality for Active Directory integration.
Trade-in Likewise for Centrify
The new Software Trade-in Program allows Likewise customers to easily upgrade to Centrify software licenses for free. Software maintenance and license charges may apply depending on configuration and quantities, and proof of purchase may be required for licensed versions. Additionally, the program includes:
-- Free Professional Services support from Centrify Experts to ensure
smooth migration
-- Free Computer Based Training (CBT)
-- For Likewise Open customers, ability to get free phone support for a
period of time when migrating to Centrify Express, the most
comprehensive free Active Directory integration solution
To learn how to take advantage of this offer, simply email LikewiseMigrate@centrify.com.
"Organizations are becoming increasingly aware of the value in consolidating all identities and access control in Active Directory to help meet compliance regulations and security best practices," said Frank Cabri, vice president of marketing at Centrify. "In this time of transition and asset sales, we're providing users of any Likewise product a higher value alternative that goes far beyond Active Directory bridging to include privilege management, control over cloud based systems, and optional detailed, user session auditing."
About Centrify
Centrify delivers integrated software solutions that centrally control, secure and audit access to cross-platform systems and applications by leveraging the infrastructure organizations already own--Microsoft Active Directory. From the data center and into the cloud more than 3000 organizations, including 40 percent of the Fortune 50, rely on Centrify's identity consolidation and privilege management solutions to reduce IT expenses, strengthen security and meet compliance requirements. For more information about Centrify and its solutions, call +1 (408) 542-7500 or visit http://www.centrify.com.
Centrify, DirectAudit, DirectControl and DirectSecure are registered trademarks and DirectAuthorize and DirectManage are trademarks of Centrify Corporation in the United States and other countries.
AKRON, Ohio, June 30, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) has launched a redesigned website at http://www.firstenergycorp.com.
On the updated site, customers will find the tools they need to easily manage their accounts, with a fresh, modern design that is easier to navigate. The website also features information about energy efficiency, electrical safety, and products that can help customers improve and protect their homes.
"The new look and feel of the FirstEnergy website will help customers and other visitors find the information they need quickly," said Ronald Green, FirstEnergy's vice president, Customer Service. "We also hope more customers will use the site to take advantage of our easy, convenient and secure online bill payment programs."
Through the website, customers can select secure, paperless billing options, enroll in an equal payment plan to help avoid seasonal fluctuation of payment amounts, and learn about available payment assistance programs.
This update complements the launch of the company's refreshed FirstEnergy Solutions website and its media and investor pages earlier this year.
FirstEnergy is a diversified energy company dedicated to safety, reliability and operational excellence. Its ten electric distribution companies comprise the nation's largest investor-owned electric system. Its diverse generating fleet features non-emitting nuclear, scrubbed baseload coal, natural gas, and pumped-storage hydro and other renewables, and has a total generating capacity of approximately 24,000 megawatts.
Bibbil Transforms Your Facebook Into Instant, Gamified Video Chat
Connecting the world through video
SAN FRANCISCO, June 30, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Bibbil, a Silicon Valley startup, officially launched its social video platform yesterday to help people easily connect around the world through a magical video experience. With the leading video communication software only capturing 170 MM monthly active users out of a 700 MM user market, Bibbil seeks to fill the gap. With fans in over 40 countries in less than 24 hours after its recent launch, Bibbil is reaching Bibbilievers across the globe.
"People need an enjoyable and beautiful way to connect with the ones they care about," said David J. Phillips, CEO and Co-Founder of Bibbil. "With Bibbil, you can now get what you want from video chat - simple, fast, and fun connections to all of your friends and family around the world. There is no downloading, installing, or running of a separate desktop application required. Once inside Facebook, the user is merely two clicks away from video enchantment - and it's free." The feedback from the community has been positive. Hermione Way, Director at The Next Web, even broadcasted to the world that Facebook should acquire Bibbil.
Bibbil uses game dynamics to reward users and give them access to new features. Starting out on the service a Bibbilittle, a user, earns bibbills (virtual points) to unlock new features on their way to the top status of Bibbillionaire. Features include group video chat, party video chat, live broadcasting, and more. The team is also preparing to release its new platform solution that integrates across many mobile devices. To learn how to Bibbil visit http://www.bibbil.com/how, or to learn the 5 easy ways to earn Bibbills visit http://www.bibbil.com/earn. Providing a simple and fun user experience, Bibbil is connecting the world through video.
The founding team of David J. Phillips, Robbie Trencheny and Jesse Sung have known each other for over 14 years. As serial entrepreneurs, they hold more than a dozen startups under their belts, including a venture backed social discovery service. To date, the Bibbil team has built its initial version of the application, secured a partnership with leading web video communications provider TokBox, and spread to over 40 countries.
About Bibbil:
Bibbil is an innovative social video platform that is connecting the world through video. The simple user interface and game dynamics provide users with a rewarding experience. Bibbilievers unlock new features on their way to Bibbillionaire status - such as group chat, party chat, live broadcasting, and more. The company is headquartered in the heart of San Francisco, in the infamous Flatiron Building. Please visit http://www.bibbil.com for more information.
Ubiquity Broadcasting Corporation Unveils Ubiquity Studios and Creates a New Vision for the Next Hollywood in Irvine, CA
Industry Leading Broadcaster Unveils State Of the Art Digital 3D Production Studio and Facility That Will Establish The Next Hollywood in Irvine, CA
IRVINE, Calif., June 30, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Ubiquity Broadcasting Corporation announced today that its 30,000 square foot 3D digital production facility is fully operational and will establish the New Hollywood in Irvine, CA.
"We are creating the Next Hollywood here in Irvine with our groundbreaking capabilities and programming," announced Chris Carmichael, Ubiquity Founder and CEO. "Our goal is to move the center of gravity for content creation 50 miles south to the heart of Orange County."
Located in the heart of Irvine's booming Research Park and Spectrum Center, where the 405 and 5 freeways converge, Ubiquity's massive facility sits at the epicenter of economic activity in Orange County. Featuring the largest sound stages between Los Angeles and San Diego, this new facility is a filmmaker and producer's dream with 3 separate sound stages, multiple edit suites, fully equipped gourmet kitchen and creature comforts such as a hair salon and luxurious green room.
"I am currently shooting my next 3D IMAX feature on location in Tahiti and I can't wait to get back to Ubiquity Studios to start post production," said Mike Prickett, Ubiquity's Director of Cinematography, one of the world's top cinematographers who has worked with all formats including IMAX and 3D has been featured on numerous feature films including X2: X-Men United, Pirates of The Caribbean and on all major television networks including most recently the hit show Hawaii Five-0 and Deadliest Catch.
Ubiquity's strategy is to combine its studio capabilities with its patents and products to create a new content creation and business model that will revolutionize how consumers, content creators and media brands interact, breaking down traditional technical and licensing boundaries and establishing new forms of collaboration.
Advanced Studio Capabilities
Designed from the ground up for Digital Cinema Production, Ubiquity's 30,000 square foot digital media production facility is based in the rapidly growing research center in Irvine CA. Well positioned between LA's booming film and television industry and San Diego's expanding telecommunications research centers, Ubiquity Studios are a complete digital cinema solution and are ready for professional quality production of feature films, broadcast television properties and digital media.
Ubiquity Studios features equipment from Sony, including the new 4K Cine Alta F23, as well as cameras from Sony, Canon, and Red. The studios feature professional lighting with 400+ amps per studio and are fully air-conditioned with whisper quiet noise reduction. The three stages feature 30-foot ceilings, green, blue and white infinity walls, elephant doors for vehicle shoots, cranes and grip trucks and ample secure parking.
In addition to shooting capability, Ubiquity Studios features multiple edit bays connected by a high speed fiber channel network with a high capacity SAN + RAID architecture as well as a well appointed viewing center for producers and executives. The Studios are supported by an Emmy and Academy awarding winning team drawing upon a deep talent pool of producers, editors, cinematographers and 3D stereographers available for any production.
Future expansion plans include a 4K 3D Digital Projection system and in-house commercial quality theatre with banked seating and a cinema quality screen for showcasing and premiering commercials, music videos, live events and digital and 3D feature films.
Leading action sports brands have recently shot a series of commercials in the 3D studio and were very pleased with the convenient location, professional staff and outstanding production facilities.
Powerful New Programming
In addition to its production capabilities, Ubiquity Studios has and continues to produce powerful programming including its current series "KJ Noons Uncaged" featured on Showtime and YouTube focused on the career of KJ Noons, champion Strikeforce fighter and EliteXC Lightweight Champion. In addition to the "Uncaged" series Ubiquity Studios has a number of multiplatform episodic features in production focused on action sports, entertainment and lifestyle genres.
"We have an outstanding slate of compelling and exciting properties in development that will delight and engage consumers, and our multiplatform and interactive approach will have jaws dropping in Hollywood," said Erik Smith, SVP of Business Development and Alliances
Ubiquity Broadcasting Corporation
Redefining content creation and distribution for the Web 3.0 revolution, Ubiquity Broadcasting Corporation is a next-generation company, creating the world's first ubiquitous network, where content distribution is platform and screen independent. With more than 60 worldwide patents and patents-pending, Ubiquity is accelerating the ultimate convergence of media: Mobile, Internet and Television combined into a ubiquitous experience.
Nelnet Launches Loan Payment, Management App for Android
Loan Assist application provides Android users with account information anytime, anywhere
LINCOLN, Neb., June 30, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Embracing its customers' need for anytime, anywhere access to their student loan account, Nelnet (NYSE: NNI), which has helped families plan, prepare, and pay for education for more than 30 years, recently launched its Loan Assist application for the Android smart phone.
Loan Assist for the Android joins Nelnet's growing list of mobile device applications and tools, including the Apple iPhone Loan Assist app that was released November 30, 2010.
"It is important for us to continue giving our customers a way to access their account information when and where they need it," said Nelnet President Jeff Noordhoek. "With millions of Americans, especially recent college graduates, using mobile devices, offering this app for both iPhone and now the Android is the next logical step in meeting our customers' needs."
The Loan Assist app allows customers to manage their student loan account by:
-- Making a payment
-- Viewing payment history
-- Checking the status of deferment and forbearance requests
-- Reviewing account and group summaries
-- Using loan calculators
As of June 27, the Android application had been downloaded 6,042 times, and the iPhone app had been downloaded 21,240 times.
Nelnet also offers text message reminders of upcoming or overdue payments based on customers' preferences. Borrowers can also make payments and view account information on the go via Nelnet's mobile website, also accessible via both iPhone and Android.
"Our goal is to make paying and managing a student loan as simple and easy as possible," said Suzi Woodring, Managing Director of Nelnet Loan Services. "Loan Assist literally puts a customer's loan in the palm of their hand so no matter where they are or what time it is, if they want to access their information, they can."
Nelnet Inc. (NYSE: NNI), is an innovative education finance and services company focused on providing fee-based processing services and quality education-related products in four core areas: loan financing, loan servicing, payment processing, and education planning. In addition, Nelnet leverages its strong technology competencies throughout its businesses. The company's products and services help students and families plan, prepare, and pay for their education and make administrative and financial processes more efficient for schools and financial organizations. For more information, visit http://www.nelnet.com.
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CONTACT: Ben Kiser of Nelnet, +1-402-458-3024, ben.kiser@nelnet.net
First Product to Debut from the New V-MODA for True Blood Collection
Supernatural Sound and Sleek Design Inspired by Immortal Style of the Emmy® Award-Winning HBO® Series
LOS ANGELES, June 30, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --V-MODA, the authentic music lifestyle brand and manufacturer of award-winning headphones, announced the availability of the V-80 on-ear headphones, part of the V-MODA for True Blood line developed in partnership with HBO. The V-80 is a lightweight, high-fashion headphone that is poised to redefine the headphone industry by fusing life-like 3D sound, timeless materials, ultimate durability and the unique ability to shapeshift its style.
The V-80 offers a great deal of customization options for True Blood fans. They can choose from a range of designs that showcase their fanatical passion for the show as a badge of distinction. The two iconic V-MODA metal ear shields, on either side of the ear cushions, can easily be switched out to exhibit a variety of options featuring popular images and icons from the show - from the night club, Fangtasia, to the Japanese symbols featured on the Tru Blood beverage. Users can even choose their blood type to laser etch their name into immortality. Active fans, fear not, the V-80 is built to pass the MIL-STD-810G military standard guidelines!
The V-80 headphone is the progeny of a select group of legendary producers, DJs and artists who, over the course of thousands of nights around the world and countless hours in studio, added their audio and design expertise to carefully craft the sound and create a headphone for those with heightened and sophisticated senses. The final product is crafted from steel, aircraft-grade aluminum, Kevlar, microfiber suede, 24k Gold, unique textiles and an exoskeleton hard case, all essential elements to its DNA.
At the heart of the V-80 is its patent-pending and biggest-in-class 40mm Dual-Diaphragm High-Fidelity Drivers that deliver multi-driver sound with the efficiency of a single driver. This results in a sinister combination of vibrant bass, a vivid organic mid-range and vivacious clarity on portable devices without the need for batteries. The headphone also offers long-play comfort through a tailored, fashionable fit without unsightly gaps and minimal pressure on the head and ears, the result of relentless research and hundreds of variations to find the precise shape and materials.
V-80 features:
-- Detachable Kevlar®-reinforced cables with 24k gold-plated plug
-- One 3.5mm fabric cable with a one-button remote control and microphone
compatible with all iPhone, Android, Blackberry, tablets and all 3.5mm
port smartphones
-- One 3.5mm audio fabric cable for universal audio device compatibility
-- Distinctive exoskeleton carrying case with an exclusive blood vial
zipper, ensuring headphones are protected in style
-- Two-year V-MODA premier warranty
-- Immortal Life Replacement Program - 50 percent off lifetime discount to
replace consumer-damaged headphones
"The True Blood phenomenon mirrors the edgy, seductive values of the V-MODA Tribe," said DJ and Chief Visionary Officer for V-MODA, Val Kolton. "HBO and True Blood were a natural fit with V-MODA in creating a groundbreaking, industry changing product that is a creation of acoustic visionaries."
The "V-MODA for True Blood" line is now available at select retailers, V-MODA.com, http://store.hbo.com, Amazon.com, Newegg.com/ and the HBO Shop® located at 42nd St. & 6th Ave. in New York.
ABOUT V-MODA
V-MODA is the true music lifestyle brand that is distinguished by its fashion-forward design, unparalleled quality and unequivocal passion for music and materials. Led by professional DJ and Chief Visionary Officer, Val Kolton, V-MODA products blend the spirit of Italian design, the essence of music, and the charisma of Hollywood. Together with design extraordinaire Joseph Bucknall, the world's most influential producers, musicians and DJs, V-MODA is constantly challenging the norm and forging the remix revolution. For more information, please visit V-MODA's website, v-moda.com.
ABOUT HBO LICENSING & RETAIL
HBO Licensing & Retail officially licenses the HBO® brand for the development and merchandising of innovative product lines inspired by the network's award-winning programming. With products created around classic series like The Sopranos® and Sex and the City® to current hits like True Blood® and Entourage®, items include fashion apparel, jewelry, digital and CD soundtracks, games, books as well as exclusive, premium collections in partnership with upscale, designer brands. Merchandise can be purchased in retail stores nationwide, at http://store.hbo.com, and at the groundbreaking HBO retail hub, the HBO Shop®, located at 42nd and 6th Avenue in New York City. HBO Licensing & Retail products are also sold internationally across Europe, Asia and Australia.
HCCS Releases Classroom Management Features for Low Cost Learning Management System
SimPL - The Simple Platform for Learning Updated with Classroom Capabilities
JERICHO, N.Y., June 30, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- (HCCS) Health Care Compliance Strategies, Inc., the leading provider of online healthcare compliance and competency training, today announced the release of an update for the HCCS Learning Management System, SimPL - The Simple Platform for Learning. This new update adds key classroom management features to the existing online training and eLearning functions.
The classroom management enhancement allows course administrators to schedule and track classroom activities. Key features provide administrators with the ability to add classes to the system, pre-register learners for sessions, configure classes for self-registration, print sign-in sheets, provide users with attendance credit for tracking purposes, send email reminders and much more. Administrators can also add mandatory post-tests to a given class. Administrators and staff can use one system for both online and classroom training requirements.
"From the onset, the SimPL Learning Management System has afforded healthcare organizations the ability to implement comprehensive educational programs that assist in maintaining compliance within an ever-changing environment," says Ben Diamond, President of HCCS. "These new classroom features enable SimPL to meet the learning management needs of even more organizations, while continuing to remain a cost-effective solution."
In addition to extending the role of the administrator, this new update to SimPL provides administrators and learners an easy to use, intuitive interface. Managers can quickly view class assignments for their staff as well as the status of assignments. Learners can view their individual required classes, self-register for classes using a calendar, take mandatory post-tests for classes and view their completed classes. All classroom and online activities are easily accessible with clearly visible status.
"More and more organizations are discovering that they are paying for features that they aren't using," says Mr. Diamond. "SimPL can replace overpriced, complex Learning Management Systems with a low-cost system that can meet the core learning needs while providing a simple, productive user interface. Organizations that want to lower costs AND meet their enterprise learning requirements are switching to SimPL."
About HCCS
Health Care Compliance Strategies, Inc (HCCS) is the leading provider of up-to-date compliance and competency training courseware and learning management systems to hospitals, health plans, teaching facilities, medical schools and other healthcare entities. HCCS programs are used at hundreds of healthcare facilities nationwide, with over 1.5 million registered learners. HCCS provides a full library of courses to fulfill the demanding needs of healthcare staff training, including Professional Compliance, Corporate Compliance, HIPAA Compliance, Research Compliance, Patient Safety and Competency for Quality Care, among many others. HCCS also offers healthcare organizations COI-SMART, a system that tracks and manages conflicts of interest.
For more information about HCCS products, contact HCCS at (877) 933-4227, by email at info@hccs.com, or via the web at http://www.hccs.com.
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CONTACT: David Rosenthal, VP Strategy & Marketing, Health Care Compliance Strategies, Inc., +1-516-478-4100, dmr@hccs.com
China Mobile Research Institute and Rohde & Schwarz to Conduct Joint Research on TD-LTE Testing Technology
MUNICH, Germany, June 30, 2011/PRNewswire/ --
During the Sino-Germany Economic and Technology Cooperation Forum, China
Mobile Research Institute, the R&D division of China Mobile, and Rohde &
Schwarz announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for
collaborating on the research of TD-LTE testing technology and test system
development.
The MoU highlights the cooperation on joint research in TD-LTE testing
technology and test instrument development to speed up the global roll-out
of TD-LTE technology.
TD-LTE, the TDD version of LTE standard which has converged development
with FDD LTE, enables high-speed mobile Internet access. According to the
Global Mobile Suppliers Association, TD-LTE will obtain a significant share
in the worldwide LTE market. TD-LTE technology has gained increasing support
in Asia Pacific as well as in Europe and America with the backing of more
than 70 companies from across the mobile ecosystem.
China Mobile, the leading operator in TD-LTE network and terminal
testing, has made great strides in the promotion of TD-LTE test systems
development. In the field of terminal testing, China Mobile is leading the
project group TD-LTE Work Items (WI) within the Global Certification Forum
(GCF) for conformance testing, covering protocol, RF and RRM. In order to
set up end-to-end testing solutions and simulate end-user experience, China
Mobile is cooperating with other operators and test system vendors to
develop network-simulator independent operating test (IOT) systems.
Rohde & Schwarz has been providing testing solutions to mobile network
providers, test houses, chipset and user equipment manufacturers for many
years. Rohde & Schwarz offers RF conformance tests, RRM testing, PQA,
signalling conformance tests, protocol and call box solutions in TD-LTE.
The joint research effort by China Mobile Research Institute and Rohde &
Schwarz will ensure the establishment of an end-to-end TD-LTE testing
environment, resulting in robust networks and high quality terminals.
Skype has announced an updated version of its Skype for Android app -
Skype for Android 2.0, bringing Skype Video Calling to the currently fastest
growing mobile OS*.
With the new version, users will be able to make and receive free**
1-to-1 video calls over Skype between their Android phone and other Skype
contacts on the iPhone, Mac, Windows PCs and even TVs***. The Android video
call
[http://www.skype.com/intl/en/get-skype/on-your-mobile/download/skype-for-android ]
app works over Wi-Fi or 3G data connections and can be downloaded for free
from the Android Market or the Skype website using any phone browser.
"We are committed to bring Skype Video Calling to as many platforms as
possible and are delighted to deliver on this with our new updated Android
video chat
[http://www.skype.com/intl/en/get-skype/on-your-mobile/download/skype-for-android ]
app," said Neil Stevens, Skype's vice president and general manager for
product and marketing.
"With approximately 30 million concurrent users logging into Skype at
any given time**** and making up to half a million simultaneous video
calls*****, the Skype video chat on Android
[http://www.skype.com/intl/en/get-skype/on-your-mobile/download/skype-for-android ]
app makes it even easier for users to share moments with their contacts
wherever they are."
In addition to video chat, users can also make calls to landlines and
mobiles around the world, as well as send SMS's to friends and family
anywhere in the world at great Skype rates. All this comes with a complete
redesign of the Skype for Android user interface. There's a new main menu on
the Skype app for Android where users can navigate easily through their
contacts, access their Skype profile to change personal details or see the
balance of their Skype Credit. Finally a new mood message box at the top of
the Skype app menu makes it easier than ever for users to share how they are
feeling, what they've seen, or what they're up to.
For this first phase of launch, handsets that support video calling
include the HTC Desire S, Sony Ericsson Xperia neo, Sony Ericsson Xperia pro
and the Google Nexus S.
*** iPhone, iPod Touch (4th gen) with iOS 4 or higher, Skype for Windows
version 4.2 and above, Skype for Mac OS X version 5.0 and above
**** As of March 2011
***** At peak times as of June 2011
About Skype:
Skype is a communications software whose purpose is to break down
barriers to communication. With an Internet-connected device, families,
friends and colleagues can get together for free with messaging, voice and
video. At low cost, they can also call landlines or mobiles virtually
anywhere in the world. Skype has recently introduced group video, allowing
groups of more than two people to do things together whenever they're apart.
Founded in 2003 and based in Luxembourg. Skype can be downloaded onto
computers, mobile phones and other connected devices for free from the Skype
website.
PR contact:
Eunice Lim
Skype PR
2 Stephen St
London
W1T 1AN
+4917619837034 http://www.skype.com
Gilt Groupe and Gogo® Team Up to Offer Airline Passengers Exclusive In-Air Deals
NEW YORK and CHICAGO, June 30, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Gilt Groupe, Inc., an innovative online shopping destination, and Gogo®, the world's leading provider of in-flight connectivity, today announced a partnership that offers passengers exclusive in-air sales for both men and women on all Gogo-equipped Delta, United, Virgin America, Alaska Airlines and US Airways aircraft. Passengers who log onto Gilt.com through Gogo will also have free access to the site and all it has to offer, including children's apparel and accessories, home decor, Jetsetter, Gilt City, and Gilt Taste. The program kicks off tomorrow, July 1st.
Accessing Gilt.com in air is easy. All you need is a web enabled laptop or smartphone. Passengers who log onto the Internet with any web enabled device, will automatically be directed to Gogo's Web site. From there they can simply connect to Gilt.com through the Gogo homepage where they'll have real-time access to exclusive in-air deals and Gilt's daily selection of products, including fashion for women, men, and children; home decor; gourmet finds; and travel experiences on every continent; and unique activities in a select list of cities and destinations.
"We are very excited to be partnering with Gogo to allow airline passengers the ability to access Gilt.com and exclusive in-air or in-flight sales designed for passengers," said Kevin Ryan, founder and CEO, Gilt Groupe. "What better way to spend flying time than to explore Gilt and see what inspires you."
"One of our primary goals is to make Gogo everyone's favorite part of flying- whether that's providing shopping, entertainment, news, games or simply keeping people connected to their lives on the ground," said Ash ElDifrawi, chief marketing officer at Gogo. "Partnering with Gilt Groupe - a true leader in e-commerce and a leading online shopping site-to offer exclusive in-air deals helps us take a giant leap towards achieving that goal. We are very excited to be able to partner with Gilt to offer free access to one of passengers' favorite online shopping destinations - Gilt.com - while they're in the air."
About Gilt Groupe, Inc.
Gilt Groupe, http://www.gilt.com, is an innovative online shopping destination offering its members special access to the most inspiring merchandise and experiences every day, many at insider prices. Gilt continually searches the world for the most coveted brands, including fashion for women, men, and children, home decor, hotels and travel experiences on every continent, and unique activities in a growing list of cities and destinations. We believe that every day is an opportunity to inspire and be inspired.
About Gogo
Gogo is fast becoming everyone's favorite part of flying. By allowing travelers to get online, in air, Gogo keeps them connected to life. Using Gogo's exclusive network and services, passengers with laptops and other Wi-Fi enabled devices can get online on all domestic AirTran Airways, Delta Air Lines, and Virgin America flights and on select Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Frontier, United Airlines, and US Airways flights - as well as on thousands of business aircraft - bringing the total to more than 6,000 Gogo equipped aircraft to date.
Back on the ground, Gogo's 350+ employees in Itasca, IL and Broomfield, CO are working to continually redefine flying as a productive, socially connected, and all-around more satisfying experience. Connect with us at http://www.gogoair.com, on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/gogo and on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/gogo.
Lolapps Acquires Fliso Engine From Sean Cooper Games
Lolapps Now Holds One of Flash Game Developers' Most Trusted Tools
SAN FRANCISCO, June 30, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Lolapps, a top five social games company, today announced that it has acquired the Fliso Engine from Sean Cooper Games. Created by game developer Sean Cooper, Fliso is the industry-acknowledged highest performance engine for running isometric Flash games. Following today's acquisition, the engine will now be branded as the Lolapps Fliso Engine.
Developed over a span of several years of dedicated development by a team with industry experience dating back to the early 1990s, the Lolapps Fliso Engine uses classic game programming techniques from the early days of PC gaming to enable Flash to display far more characters and animations on-screen than any other alternative. This isometric environment reduces the amount of time and money needed for developing games while allowing lower-end systems to run Flash games at high frame rates. The engine enables Lolapps' hit game Ravenwood Fair to achieve a graphics standard significantly beyond its nearest competitors and is currently being licensed by four out of the top five social game developers.
"The team at Sean Cooper Games is well-known for its thought leadership in Flash engine performance and its creativity in developing highly-regarded Flash games such as Boxhead and the Shadez series," said Arjun Sethi, CEO of Lolapps. "We're excited to incorporate the Lolapps Fliso Engine into future Lolapps titles and third-party titles by developers looking to get the most out of the Flash platform. This acquisition continues Lolapps' focus on bringing the highest levels of quality possible to social games."
Sean Cooper Games' founder Sean Cooper will assume the role of Chief Flash Architect and will report directly to Sethi. "I'm excited to be joining Lolapps where I believe the technology I've developed can be leveraged to bring the highest level of creativity to life," said Cooper. "The strength of the team chemistry between the art and technology teams at Lolapps will continue to give them a massive advantage in creating the most immersive game worlds."
Sean Cooper's background includes leading, designing and programming hit titles totaling over twenty million copies sold and spanning highly-regarded companies including Electronic Arts and Bullfrog Productions. In 2005, Sean decided to turn his attention to the online casual games market. Feeling that technology was suffering under Flash, he created the Lolapps Fliso Engine to enable the creation of games that are both higher quality and easier to develop.
About Lolapps:
Founded in 2008, Lolapps is now also one of the fastest growing social games companies and creator of the hugely successful Ravenwood Fair. Everything Lolapps does is geared towards bringing consumers the highest quality social gaming experience. For more information, please visit http://www.lolapps.com
SOURCE Lolapps
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CONTACT: Niko Felix, +1-415-321-1885, niko@sparkpr.com
New Rugged GD3015 Tablet PC by General Dynamics Itronix Bridges the Gap between Rugged Notebooks and Commercial Tablet Computers
As easy to use as a commercial tablet, the GD3015 stands up to the dirt and weather of field environments and takes the bumps and vibration from life on the road in stride.
SUNRISE, Fla., June 30, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- General Dynamics Itronix introduces the new semi-rugged GD3015 tablet PC. The durable GD3015, weighing less than three pounds, delivers the full functionality of a notebook with the critical components and options needed by mobile professionals working in public safety, utilities, transportation, warehousing and industry field services. The GD3015 comes equipped with Microsoft® Windows® 7 operating system, embedded security, a 10.4-inch sunlight-viewable screen and 3G wireless network connectivity. Also adaptable to the unique requirements of mobile computer users, the modular GD3015 offers magnetic stripe reader, barcode scanner, camera and additional options.
According to Mark Johnston, director of Strategic Computing Solutions of General Dynamics Itronix, "The GD3015 pairs ruggedness with a Windows-based operating system so budget-constrained IT managers have a computing solution that is easy to deploy, minimizes training costs for users and leverages existing software and operating system configurations."
The ergonomically designed GD3015 is as easy to use as a commercial tablet, with the rugged durability to stand up to the dirt and weather of field environments while taking the bumps and vibration that comes with life on the road. Available with a three-year warranty, a wide range of peripherals and options including a highly sensitive GPS capability, the GD3015 performs effortlessly in cluttered urban areas, congested warehouses and wide open spaces.
Key features of the GD3015 include:
-- IP54 compliant for dust and water resistance; MIL-STD-810F compliant for
shock, vibration, rain, sand and dust
-- Full Microsoft Windows 7 operating system powered by the
energy-efficient Intel® Atom(TM) processor
-- 10.4-inch, sunlight viewable, high-resolution touch-screen that works
even with gloves on
-- Updated Trusted Platform Module security chip and user authentication
software protect the GD3015 from unauthorized access
-- WWAN, WiFi, Bluetooth® and GPS options
-- 10 input/output interface options including USB 2.0 host connectors,
RS232, VGA and others
-- Three-year warranty
Specifications:
-- Size: 10 inches x 8.4-inches x .7 inches
-- Weight: 2.7 pounds
Available with a wide selection of customized options, the General Dynamics Itronix GD3015 list price starts at $2,400. For additional information on GD3015 features and specifications, please visit http://www.gd-itronix.com/GD3015or call 1-800-441-1309.
General Dynamics Itronix is a leading developer of wireless, rugged computing solutions for mobile workers, offering a full range of field computing systems, including full-sized laptops, ultra-mobile notebook PCs and tablet PCs. Additional information is available at http://www.gd-itronix.com.
The company is part of General Dynamics C4 Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD). Information about General Dynamics is available online at http://www.generaldynamics.com.
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CONTACT: Media: Fran Jacques, General Dynamics Itronix, +1-480-441-2885, or Investors: Amy Gilliland, General Dynamics, +1-703-876-3748
Location Sharing App Ripple PhoneTag Now Available on Android
Roll out of Ripple Mobile's location sharing PhoneTag app continues with Android in time for summer festivities
DUBLIN, Ohio, June 30, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Tis' the season for large events and celebrations - from community fireworks to fairs and festivals. Finding friends and family privately and securely at these crowded activities just got easier. Ripple Mobile today announced that Ripple PhoneTag, its location sharing mobile app that is redefining how people stay in touch and meet up, is now fully compatible with Android.
"Until now, Android users could only experience Ripple PhoneTag through an invitation from an iPhone or Blackberry user and see how it could change the way they stay connected with friends, family and colleagues," said Kevin Miller, president and co-founder of Dublin, Ohio-based Ripple Mobile LLC. "Now we are tapping into the Android market - which is 36 percent of all smartphone users according to a recent Nielsen report - and allowing them to initiate Ripple PhoneTag sessions."
Ripple PhoneTag, which launched in March, is the location sharing mobile app that privately and securely connects individuals with a simple text message and allows users to share their location in real time, engage in texting chats, and determine a meet-up location with turn-by-turn directions provided automatically by GPS technology. Within three months, Ripple PhoneTag has been downloaded in more than 70 countries. It has also doubled the number of users from May to June.
In addition to being a free download, Ripple PhoneTag boasts the most comprehensive list of features among similar location sharing phone apps available to smartphone users. It is so capable that recently it hosted a session with more than 100 people in the United States.
Ripple PhoneTag demonstrates social and personal value to users far beyond traditional communication methods such as phone calls, emails or texting.
Ripple PhoneTag is a free GPS app built around two existing and intuitive mobile phone functions - accessing a contact list and sending a text message. In three steps, it redefines how people stay connected:
1. Selecting friends from the contact list in a user's mobile phone
2. Sending a secure text message invite containing a unique URL link and
wait for their confirmation
3. Connecting, chatting or determining a meet-up location
Mirial and Hitachi High-Tech Collaboratein Japanese Market
MILAN, June 30, 2011/PRNewswire/ --
Mirial announced a strategic partnership with Hitachi High-Technologies
Corporation, a leading global company based in Japan.
Hitachi High-Tech is the exclusive distributor in Japan for Mirial's
visual communication products, including ClearSea, the only professional
desktop and mobile video conferencing solution offering a client for PC and
Mac as well as for Android and iOS devices, including the brand new iPad2,
with the ability to connect to any standards-based H.323/SIP equipment.
"We are glad to announce this partnership" said Cristoforo Mione, VP
Marketing at Mirial. "With analysts saying that Asia-Pacific
videoconferencing endpoint market will grow at a compound annual growth rate
(CAGR) of 13.6 per cent till 2016 reaching nearly US$820 million it's
essential for us to collaborate with an influential local partner as Hitachi
High-Tech to enter the market."
Mr. Tadao Kondo, General Manager of Net Solutions Dept. in Hitachi
High-Tech said that "Mirial could further expand our visual communication
solution called "High-Tech Vision". With Mirial products, everyone can enjoy
the visual communications anytime, anywhere."
Mirial and Hitachi High-Tech will cooperatively work and lead the
industry of visual communications.
Mirial is a pioneer in software-only personal video conferencing since
1999. The company portfolio includes a comprehensive set of products
enabling interactive audio/video services on IP networks and professional,
standards-based HD video conferencing. Mirial products and solutions are
available at the company's sales representatives and partners worldwide.
Hitachi High-Technologies Corporation, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is
a leading global company with approximately 10,100 employees worldwide(26
offices in Japan, 56offices in 27 countries). The company globally expands
five business segments: Electronic Device Systems, Science & Medical
Systems, Fine Technology Systems, Industrial & IT Systems, and Advanced
Industrial Products. In IT industry, Hitachi High-Tech provides a variety of
solution such as a combination of high performance devices and own developed
software which support customers' requirements.
New Cell Site Activated as Part of Ongoing AT&T Investment in Local Wireless Network
BARLOW, Ohio, June 30, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of its continuing network investment to support growing demand for advanced mobile devices and applications, AT&T* today announced the activation of a new mobile broadband cell site in Barlow that will enhance coverage for area residents and businesses along portions of State Routes 550 and 330. With mobile broadband speeds, AT&T customers can surf the Web, download files faster, and enjoy the very latest interactive mobile applications.
The new cell site is one part of AT&T's ongoing efforts to drive investment and innovation to deliver the nation's best, most advanced mobile broadband experience for customers. With the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T provides accelerated mobile data speeds and simultaneous voice and data capabilities.
State Representative Debbie Phillips added that "for Ohio to keep and create jobs, our businesses need access to the latest technologies. The announcement of an additional AT&T 3G cell site coming to the area is great news to Washington County."
"Our recently announced agreement to acquire T-Mobile USA will strengthen and expand our network in Washington County," said Tom Pelto, AT&T Ohio President. If approved, this deal means that we'll be able to expand the next generation of mobile broadband - 4G LTE - from our current plan of 80 percent of the U.S. population to more than 97 percent."
AT&T's mobile broadband network is based on the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) family of technologies that includes GSM and UMTS, the most widely used wireless network platforms in the world. AT&T has the broadest international coverage of any U.S. wireless provider, providing access to voice service in more than 220 countries and data service in more than 200 countries. AT&T also offers voice and data roaming coverage on more than 135 major cruise ships, as well as mobile broadband services in more than 130 countries.
"Our goal is for our customers to have an extraordinary experience. As part of the Barlow community, we're always looking for new opportunities to provide enhanced coverage, and our investment in the local wireless network is just one way we're accomplishing that," said Larry Evans, vice president and general manager, AT&T Ohio and western Pennsylvania.
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 Ohio or anywhere in the United States, consumers can visit the AT&T Coverage Viewer. Using the online tool, AT&T customers can measure coverage quality of coverage from a street address, intersection, ZIP code or even a landmark.
For updates on the AT&T wireless network, please visit the AT&T network news page.
*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.
** Largest based on company branded and operated hotspots. Access includes AT&T Wi-Fi Basic. A Wi-Fi enabled device required. Other restrictions apply. See http://www.attwifi.com for details and locations.
About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) is a premier communications holding company. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet, voice and cloud-based services. A leader in mobile broadband and emerging 4G capabilities, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide of any U.S. carrier, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verse® and AT&T |DIRECTV brands. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world. In domestic markets, AT&T Advertising Solutions and AT&T Interactive are known for their leadership in local search and advertising.
Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com. This AT&T news release and other announcements are available at http://www.att.com/newsroom and as part of an RSS feed at http://www.att.com/rss. Or follow our news on Twitter at @ATT.
Bizzy Launches Simplified Local Business Ratings and Mini-Reviews with New Community Features for Mobile
Easy and Social Way to Share Mini-Reviews and Get Personalized Local Business Recommendations
Bizzy Announces "Check Out America" Road Trip and National Bizzy MeetUps
SUNNYVALE, Calif., June 30, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Bizzy (http://www.bizzy.com), a mobile app that lets you rate and share the places you go with friends and followers, today launched a series of new features including a feed for discovering new places from your community and the "Try List," a one tap way to keep track of the places you discover on Bizzy and would like to try. Bizzy is helping users answer the question, "How was it?" by stripping away the complexity of rating the businesses you visit by creating mini-reviews, where you can select a sentiment, snap a picture and leave a couple of sentences to help people make instant decisions on new places to try.
"Ten years ago, you had to be a food critic or writer to publish a review about a business. Then came Yelp, where anyone could sit down and write a review about the place they just visited," said Gadi Shamia, founder of Bizzy. "But Yelp was built before smartphones and social networks were ubiquitous. We wondered, what would it look like if it was built from scratch today? It would be designed for mobile, and it would be more social and easier for people to participate."
Today's most successful mobile apps have grown by lowering the bar for participation and providing a social experience to be shared with friends. Instagram users have shared 100 million photos in less than a year and Foursquare has had 750 million "check ins" in two years. Conversely, Yelp has logged 17 million long form reviews in seven years. Bizzy is changing the local business reviews process by leveraging mobile and social technologies in a similar manner to what Instagram has done for sharing photos and what Foursquare has done for sharing your location. By making rating the places you go as easy as sharing a photo or checking in, Bizzy is building a community of people with similar tastes who are helping each other discover great new places to try.
Bizzy's new in-app community features include:
-- Follow your friends and people with similar tastes to see what
businesses they are loving and check out their recommendations and tips
-- Browse your Bizzy Feed to see where people are going and how they feel
about the places they go
-- You can now Comment on and Like other people's "check outs" to share
your opinion or thoughts on the places, ask questions, or just give
props for a great picture or funny review
-- Add the businesses you discover to your "Try List," a dynamic to-do list
that provides an easy way to keep track of the places you want to try
-- Discover great places nearby from your "Try List" or from your Bizzy
recommendations
To promote the new community features, Bizzy is embarking on the "Check Out America" road trip. The "Check Out America" road trip will kick off with a launch party in San Francisco and hit cities including San Diego, Phoenix, Albuquerque, N.M., Lubbock, Texas, Austin, Texas, Dallas, Shreveport, La., New Orleans, Birmingham, Ala., Atlanta, Raleigh, NC., Washington DC, Philadelphia, New York City and Boston where the Bizzy team will be hosting MeetUps and dinners at each stop to talk to Bizzy users from across the United States. For more information on the exact location of each Bizzy stop head to Bizzy.com/roadtrip.
To share your reviews of the places you visit, download the Bizzy mobile app for iPhone or Android smartphones and start "checking out" from the places you visit (tell Bizzy how you liked the place by using one of three emoticons: the "happy face :)," the "okay face :|," or the "sad face :("), snapping a photo and leaving a tip or mini-review. Your favorites are mapped to people with similar preferences, creating a foundation for Bizzy's recommendations. Bizzy recommends the best places for you to eat, shop and play based on the places you've identified as your favorites, and allows you to search those recommendations by category based on personal match or popularity. You can find more information or register on the web at http://bizzy.com.
About Bizzy
Bizzy is a mobile app that let's you rate and share the places you go with friends. When you go out, "check out" from the places you go to answer the question "How was it?" Bizzy then maps your personal preferences to help you discover local businesses recommended by people with similar tastes. Bizzy is a wholly-owned subsidiary of ReachLocal (NASDAQ: RLOC). For more information and to sign up please visit http://www.bizzy.com.