News

More Than 100,000 Living Units in Knoxville Now Benefit from Video Choice with AT&T U-verse TV

More Knoxville Customers Get TV Service That Ranks Highest in Customer Satisfaction in J.D. Power and Associates Study

KNOXVILLE, Tenn., June 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Video choice and competition have reached Knoxville consumers in a big way.  AT&T* today announced that AT&T U-verse® services, including AT&T U-verse TV, AT&T U-verse High Speed Internet and AT&T U-verse Voice, are now available to more than 100,000 living units across Knoxville. The introduction of these new services is part of an ongoing expansion of U-verse availability across the Knoxville area. U-verse first launched in Tennessee in December 2008.

"Giving consumers choice is what drives innovation, investment and job growth," said State Representative Joe Armstrong. "I'm pleased to see that the investment that companies are making is going directly into our community, which helps grow our economy and create jobs."

AT&T U-verse services, which are all delivered over AT&T's advanced Internet Protocol (IP) network, offer a new alternative to cable with a better DVR, better features and apps, and a better TV experience. AT&T U-verse brings together your TV, broadband, home phone and AT&T wireless services ? all on one bill ? with unique features that provide a new level of integration, convenience and control. Now AT&T U-verse TV ranks "Highest in Residential Television Service Satisfaction in the South Region," according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2010 Residential Television Service Satisfaction Study(SM).

AT&T U-verse services, which are all delivered over AT&T's advanced Internet Protocol (IP) network, offer a new alternative to cable with a better DVR, better features and apps, and a better TV experience. AT&T U-verse allows customers to bring together their TV, broadband, home phone and AT&T wireless services ? all on one bill ? with unique features that provide a new level of integration, convenience and control.

"Additional choices and competition are great news for the citizens of Knoxville," said State Representative Harry Brooks. "The introduction of these new services gives us new innovations for enjoying TV and Internet access when so many cities and towns are competing for new technology investments."

"Today's expansion of AT&T U-verse reflects our commitment to make the investments necessary to bring Knoxville consumers a new era of true video competition," said Gregg Morton, president, AT&T Tennessee.  "We are thrilled to offer this innovative video choice to more Knoxville customers. Local residents have asked for more choices in television service and today we're delivering."

AT&T U-verse is being expanded in Tennessee thanks to The Competitive Cable and Video Services Act of 2008, HB 1421. The law provides an environment that encourages new video providers, such as AT&T Tennessee, to invest in Tennessee to compete against incumbent cable providers.

Since launching AT&T U-verse services in Tennessee, AT&T has continued its efforts to make the service more widely available to consumers. The investment also included upgrades to the AT&T wireline infrastructure, such as expanded AT&T U-verse services, additional AT&T Wi-Fi Hot Spots, and extended reach of broadband services.

"With the Knox County state legislative delegation passing more business friendly legislation, our region and our state benefits from continued investments like this," said Mike Edwards, Knoxville Chamber CEO. "This type of investment would not be possible without the leadership of elected officials like Representative Armstrong and Representative Brooks.

"Now even more consumers in Knoxville can see what the U-verse TV experience is all about," said Chris Percy, vice president and general manager, AT&T Consumer and Mobility Markets - Tennessee and Kentucky. "As we continue to showcase the AT&T U-verse TV experience to Tennessee consumers and evolve our services with new features and enhancements, we look forward to more and more customers learning why U-verse TV is such a unique and exciting service."

More Choice, Advanced Features

AT&T U-verse TV is the only 100 percent Internet Protocol-based television (IPTV) service offered by a national service provider, making AT&T U-verse one of the most dynamic and application-rich services available today, with advanced capabilities that customers don't get from other providers.

Where AT&T U-verse services are available, U-verse TV customers can enjoy numerous features and applications, including the ability to manage their DVR recordings, and for qualifying TV customers, watch hit TV shows on select smartphones with U-verse Mobile; the freedom to manage and playback recorded programs from a single DVR on any U-verse connected TV in the house with Total Home DVR; the ability to choose and watch up to four of their favorite channels at one time with the exclusive My Multiview app; an extensive High Definition (HD) channel lineup with access to more than 160 HD channels; the ability to program DVR recordings from their Web-connected mobile phone or PC; personalized, on-screen weather, sports, traffic and stock information via AT&T U-bar; the ability to check the current weather conditions and forecasts in any U.S. city with Weather On Demand; and more.

With AT&T U-verse High Speed Internet services, every AT&T U-verse customer or small business broadband user can enjoy faster available speeds. Packages include a range of speeds, with the fastest downstream speeds up to 24 Mbps. All AT&T U-verse High Speed Internet packages include wireless home or office networking capability at no extra cost.

AT&T U-verse Voice is a managed IP-based service that is delivered over AT&T's fiber-rich network. This allows U-verse Voice customers to enjoy great sound quality and reliability, as well as innovative calling features that integrate with your AT&T U-verse TV, high speed internet and AT&T wireless services. Customers can benefit from a single, combined voice mailbox for AT&T U-verse Voice and AT&T wireless messages; an online portal to manage your call preferences and settings from any PC; an online voice mailbox; the ability to view your incoming calls and voicemail notifications on your TV with Caller ID on TV; the ability to view your Call History on your TV and initiate a call from your PC or TV using Click to Call; and more. All U-verse Voice customers have 911 service.

AT&T U-verse offers multiple combinations of TV, Internet and Voice packages to customize your experience. Standard professional installation is included with most packages. Additional promotional offers may be available to qualifying customers who bundle U-verse Internet or U-verse Voice service.

For additional information on AT&T U-verse -- or to find out if it's available in your area -- visit AT&T U-verse, call 800-ATT-2020 or visit one of the following AT&T retail locations in Knoxville:

    --  AT&T Retail Store, 72112 Kingston Pike, Knoxville
    --  AT&T Retail Store, 7600 Kingston Pike, Knoxville
    --  AT&T Retail Store, 3001 Knoxville Center Dr., Knoxville

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

About AT&T

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

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

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

Geographic and service restrictions apply to AT&T U-verse. Call or go to http://www.att.com/uverse to see if you qualify.

AT&T U-verse TV: Residential customers only. Prices, programming, features and offers subject to change without notice. A one-time TV Service Activation Fee of $29 applies to orders before 6/12/2011; $36 if on or after 6/12/2011. HD Service: Access to HD service requires $10/mo. HD Premium Tier available for an additional $5/mo. HD channel availability varies by package selected. THDVR: Total Home DVR functionality is available on up to 8 TVs, and requires a receiver for each additional TV at $7/mo. My Multiview: Channels/content available for viewing in Multiview are based on TV package subscription and additional programming purchased. Limited number of HD channels are not supported for display within My Multiview.  U-verse Mobile: Access to select content requires compatible device, qualifying U-verse TV plan or monthly subscription fee, and WiFi connection and/or cellular data connection.  Available content may vary by device and/or U-verse TV subscription and is subject to change.  Data charges may apply. Mobile Remote Access: AT&T U-verse High Speed Internet Account required.  Wireless phone with Internet access required and standard data charges may apply.  U-bar: AT&T U-verse High Speed Internet Account required. Standard Installation Included with Most Packages: Offer ends 7/16/11.  Credit qualified customers only. Installation not included with U-basic package.

AT&T U-verse High Speed Internet: Internet speed claim(s) represent maximum downstream and/or upstream speed capabilities. Speeds may vary and are not guaranteed.  Many factors can affect actual speeds including the use of other U-verse services. Credit and other restrictions apply.  Purchase of U-verse TV required to order AT&T U-verse High Speed Internet. A $3 monthly High Speed Internet equipment fee will apply.

AT&T U-verse Voice:  U-verse Voice, including 911 dialing, will not function during a power outage without battery backup power.  Compatible with many monitored home alarms and medical monitoring systems. Some call information may be blocked or otherwise not displayed, including information for some calls originating outside of AT&T's network and calls carried over facilities that do not transmit Caller ID information,  AT&T U-verse Messaging may not be fully compatible with all AT&T wireless voice mail systems.  Caller ID on TV requires subscription to U-verse TV and U-verse Voice.

AT&T U-verse received the highest numerical score among television service providers in the South in the proprietary J.D. Power and Associates 2008-2010 Residential Television Service Satisfaction Studies(SM). 2010 study based on 28,489 total responses from measuring 13 providers in the South (AL, AR, FL, GA, KS, KY, LA, MS, MO, NC, OK, SC, TN, TX) and measures consumer satisfaction with television service. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of consumers surveyed in Nov. 2009 and Jan. 2010, April 2010 and July 2010. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com.

SOURCE  AT&T Inc.

AT&T Inc.

CONTACT: Cathy Lewandowski of AT&T Strategic Communications, +1-615-214-5874, cathy.lewandowski@att.com

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

The Secret to B2B Mobile App Success? Custom Content.

-King Fish Media's New "Kings of Content" App Offers Marketers Exclusive Podcast Series, Clarity on Where Many B2B Apps Go Wrong-

SALEM, Mass., June 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- B2B companies' use of mobile apps to reach their customers is nothing new, but B2B companies using mobile apps strategically and according to industry best practices -- that's largely unchartered territory. While many consumer-facing companies have mastered the art of offering users value and entertainment through interesting content, ecommerce, games, video, GPS features, and the like, businesses that cater to other businesses largely default to thinly-veiled promotional apps -- if they offer apps at all. Enter King Fish Media (http://www.kingfishmedia.com), an integrated marketing company based in Salem, Massachusetts, and its new iOS and Droid app "The Kings of Content(TM)." The Kings of Content app, now available for free on iTunes and coming soon to the Android Market, features an exclusive and regularly-updated marketing podcast series.

The Kings of Content app comes hot on the heels of King Fish Media's recent mobile research, which reveals that marketers are looking to mobile for customer engagement and relationship building. Capitalizing on their own research findings, King Fish Media set out to create an app that would show rather than  tell prospects and customers about the company's various capabilities while simultaneously engaging them. The Kings of Content app accomplishes this by offering target users value that's in line with the way they use their devices: to consume content on the go.

Each five- to seven-minute podcast is presented as a discussion between King Fish Media President Cam Brown and Director of Marketing & Research Gordon Plutsky. The co-hosts share tips and advice for brands looking to use custom content to "become the media." Weekly topics include "How to Reactivate a Lapsed Customer," "Why Quality Content Matters," and "What CMOs Think About Content." 

"Creating a worthwhile mobile app is a large undertaking -- one that requires B2C sensibilities such as clever messaging, packaging, and audience targeting -- so it's not surprising that B2B companies often make the mistake of creating apps that offer no more than the content of their websites," said Brown. "Our goal was to offer users value through exclusive, entertaining and educational audio content that also reinforces our overall platform and company services."

In addition to the Kings of Content podcast series, the app is loaded with original content including the "What Do Marketers Think?" research series, a new ebook on "How to Choose the Right Marketing Agency" and case studies; as well as the company's live Twitter feed and real-time updates from its ThinkTank blog.

King Fish Media hopes to reach high-level brand managers and C-level professionals at prospect companies, as well as increase engagement with its current customer base. The Kings of Content app is available for free in the iTunes app store: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/the-kings-of-content/id441293383?mt=8.

About King Fish Media

King Fish® (http://www.KingFishMedia.com) is an award-winning integrated marketing agency with services ranging from interactive (websites, social media, mobile apps, email) to custom magazines and direct mail to events (webcasts and live) and marketing analytics. From conception to implementation, King Fish Media helps its clients drive sales and grow revenue by delivering the right content to the right media channels, the right way. Having won numerous awards for integrated marketing, proof of return on investment, content, and design, King Fish has created profitable programs for companies such as Albertsons, BabyAge.com, Bank of America, BBVA Compass, IBM, Keurig, Nuance, Source Media, Stop and Shop, Trend Micro, Verizon, Zappos, and others. The King Fish ThinkTank blog was named one of the leaders in content marketing by Junta42, and its new "Kings of Content" app is now available free on iTunes.

SOURCE  King Fish Media

King Fish Media

CONTACT: Mark Ballard, Channel V Media, +1-212-680-0179, Mark@channelvmedia.com

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

Cooliris LiveShare Gives Media Sharing a New Identity

LiveShare Enables Real-Time Communication Beyond Facebook

NEW YORK, June 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital Experience - Exclusively at Digital Experience, Cooliris is previewing an upcoming version of LiveShare - the leading cross-platform media sharing application - that allows mobile and Web users to seamlessly share photos, comments and 'likes' in real-time with whomever they want without having to log into Facebook to do so. LiveShare's new Identity Service has been developed in response to users who want more flexibility and control over how and with whom they share their media. In addition to Facebook Connect, this new service gives users the ability to expand their LiveShare address book to include phone numbers and email addresses and to login via Facebook, email or phone. With this new service, LiveShare reduces any barriers for users to share content seamlessly with whomever they want to share it with in true real-time.

Users of LiveShare can share their media with private or public groups that they based upon their choice. This new version of LiveShare gives users complete control over the "who, what, when and where" decisions related to their real-time communications. With LiveShare users capture photos in one conversational stream and share them seamlessly with friends and family - the instant the user taps the camera icon, their photo instantly appears in a stream, whether it is on an Android, iPhone, Windows Phone 7 or the Web. LiveShare enables communication to happen instantly and contextually - and makes media sharing truly relevant. Users create private streams to collectively share and organize photos that are from NSFB (not safe for broadcasting) moments as well as share their enthusiasm for their favorite bands and celebrities.

About Cooliris

Cooliris turns digital content into immersive visual experiences that increase user engagement and discoverability. Cooliris is a venture-backed company with investors, Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, DAG Ventures, The Westly Group, and Deutsche Telekom's T-Venture. Cooliris is headquartered in Palo Alto, California. More information about Cooliris can be found at http://www.cooliris.com; on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/cooliris; and on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/cooliris.

SOURCE  Cooliris

Cooliris

CONTACT: Jenny Lum, +1-415-742-2198, jenny@cooliris.com

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

Server Technology Introduces New Product Family, Smart POPS(TM) (Per Outlet Power Sensing) CDUs(TM), for Data Center Power Management

Customer demand leads to new product family with individual device power monitoring with secure 'always-on' outlet status

RENO, Nev., June 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Server Technology, Inc., the global leader for Cabinet Power Distribution Units (CDU) and Power Measurement and Monitoring Solutions, today announced the release of the Smart POPS (Per Outlet Power Sensing) CDU  product family.

"Customers are happy to see that we are building out our high-end product lines to incorporate more varieties of outlets, power types, and feature sets to accommodate their specific needs," said Brandon Ewing, president of Server Technology.  "We've developed the Smart POPS product family to meet the needs of data center managers who need individual device level power measurements with secure outlet power that is always on.  Our POPS technology is the most accurate, granular, device level power monitoring available in the CDU market today.  Our engineers have a passion for innovation and are committed to meeting the demands of our customers with unique solutions," said Ewing.

The Smart POPS CDUs were originally created when one of the world's largest financial institutions came to Server Technology and was seeking a solution that would provide power measurements on their individual servers, but as a financial institution they also needed the peace of mind that their outlet state would never be turned to off.  Unlike our Switched CDUs which do provide outlet reboot status, Server Technology's Smart CDUs' outlets are always on.  Additionally, they provide reliable power distribution combined with local and remote power and environmental monitoring via IP.

"Although our Switched POPS CDUs are a fantastic solution, some customers prefer the added security of non-switched receptacles.  There is a concern that someone could, by accident, power down the wrong outlet and cause a loss of critical data," said Steve Hammond, Product Manager at Server Technology, "Smart POPS CDUs keep critical devices online while providing the outlet monitoring data they need." 

Smart CDUs feature a built-in network interface to view power, temperature and humidity levels via Web browser, or receive SNMP-based alarms when conditions exceed defined thresholds.  When combined with our POPS technology currently deployed on our Switched POPS CDUs, the Smart POPS CDU was born.  Power information per outlet includes: Current load (A), Voltage (V), Power (kW), Apparent power (VA), Crest factor, and Power factor.  An expansion Smart POPS CDU can also be added to the master unit via a single IP address.

Once the financial institution deployed the Smart POPS CDUs into their data center, they immediately began to measure their actual power consumption per device with a secure 'always-on' outlet state.  This data allowed them to identify their underutilized servers and take action to fix the problem.  They also deployed Sentry Power Manager (SPM) which globally monitors, stores, reports, and trends CDU power and environmental data globally over the entire network.   By using Smart POPS CDUs and SPM, the financial institution can now monitor and trend power on all their connected devices, groups of devices, individual racks, rows, or the entire facility.  This information allowed them to make immediate critical decisions regarding their facility and helped to lower costs.  The return on investment was a few months.

"We believe in high-end, high-quality CDUs.  This new product family adds to our over 1,700 product skus," said Ewing, "And because we only do CDUs at Server Technology, our focused engineering expertise means you are getting the highest quality product in a market that is filled with sub-par knock-offs.  The release of Smart POPS CDUs marks the beginning of several more industry leading products we will be releasing this year."

Smart POPS CDUs are currently available through Server Technology or one of our Channel Partners.  Contact a Server Technology Power Expert today to find a solution that is right for your project.

About Server Technology

Server Technology, Inc. is the global leader in power distribution units and power monitoring and measurement products and solutions used in the world's leading enterprise data centers and carrier network operations.  For over 25 years, Server Technology has been recognized for innovative, intelligent power distribution, remote power monitoring and power management and measurement. Known for customer-driven innovation, the company is committed to helping companies reach their power consumption and green initiative goals. Server Technology, Inc. is headquartered in Reno, Nevada with worldwide distribution and regional offices in the United Kingdom, Germany and Singapore. To contact Server Technology call 1-800-835-1515 or visit http://www.servertech.com.

SOURCE  Server Technology, Inc.

Server Technology, Inc.

CONTACT: Julie Brown, Marketing Manager of Server Technology Inc., 1-800-835-1515, Julie.Brown@servertech.com

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

CloudFloor Launches CloudControl Solutions at Structure LaunchPad 2011

Breakthrough product enables both IT and line-of-business customers to manage and optimize the cloud operations using business metrics

SAN FRANCISCO, June 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- CloudFloor(TM), a cloud management and optimization start-up, today announced the private beta of its CloudControl(TM) solution at GigaOM Structure LaunchPad 2011. Details and applications are available at http://www.cloudfloor.com/cloudfloor-join-early-adopter.php.

CloudFloor's CloudControl solution enables users to visualize and control cloud infrastructures through their key business metrics. CloudControl captures all of the relevant cloud infrastructure and business metrics on a single dashboard, providing unprecedented visibility into cloud operations. From the same dashboard users can adjust and manage operational tradeoffs (e.g., redundancy vs. resource cost) to ensure desired business results. CloudControl is the first solution to place cloud operational information into a common language and presentation that both IT and line-of-business executives can understand and use to manage cloud resources.

CloudControl will help businesses minimize cloud adoption anxiety, and ensure that the dramatic cost and business efficiencies promised by cloud computing are realized.

Current cloud management solutions are singularly focused on providing metrics for either the initial build or the deployment phase of cloud applications.  CloudControl is designed to provide visibility and control of cloud applications once they have been deployed on one or more clouds, or across multiple zones within them, in terms both IT and business managers understand.

"Our market research with early adopters of the cloud highlighted a growing gulf between IT and business managers as to the value of new cloud implementations," said Jaime Ellertson, CloudFloor's Chief Executive Officer. "All of the IT and line-of-business executives we spoke to were eager to gain greater control of their cloud applications and to realize their economic benefits. But most of all, they wanted to manage those operations using the metrics they live by on a daily basis. Our CloudControl solutions will enable them to trade off cost, redundancy, security, and regulatory restrictions, to meet the business objectives they are accountable for."

CloudControl(TM) Provides Unique Benefits

The key benefits of the CloudControl solution are:

    --  Providing unprecedented visibility into how cloud operational
        environments affect business results. CloudControl captures cloud
        infrastructure metrics such as CPU utilization and application traffic,
        and business metrics like web site analytics and cost data, and
        integrates them into a single dashboard. This enables users to gain new
        insights into the overall cloud operational environment.
    --  Enables real-time analysis of trade offs between cost, cloud resources,
        resiliency and regulatory restrictions for each cloud application -
        enabling users to identify the "sweet spot" for maximum business
        benefit.
    --  Proactive manual or automatic real-time control of traffic routing and
        cloud resources based on these tradeoffs for all cloud deployments, to
        maximize efficiency and resiliency.

The CloudControl solution is delivered as a service. There is no hardware, software, coding or appliance necessary to use it. Set-up is fast, typically less than an hour.

Private Beta Available Now

Beginning today, the company is accepting applications at its website from companies to with business-critical cloud applications that would like additional visibility and control to become private beta participants. General availability of CloudControl is scheduled for the Fall of 2011.

For further information on CloudFloor's CloudControl features or to apply for the private beta visit the company's website at http://www.cloudfloor.com.

To view the GigaOM Structure LaunchPad 2011 presentation visit http://bit.ly/jH3Pu8

About GigaOM

Founded in 2006, GigaOM has grown into the leading provider of online media, events and research for global technology innovators. The company is one of the most credible and insightful voices at the intersection of business and technology, with an online audience of more than 4 million monthly unique visitors; industry-leading events, including Structure, Mobilize, NewTeeVee Live, Net:Work, Green:Net, and Structure: Big Data NY; and a pioneering market research service and digital community, GigaOM Pro, which provides insider access to expert analysis on emerging technology markets.

About CloudFloor

Founded in 2010, CloudFloor is a Massachusetts-based high-technology start-up that provides solutions that manage and optimize cloud operations based on business metrics. The company recently raised $3.1 million in Series-A financing from London based Doughty Hanson Technology Ventures and New York based Dolphin Equity.  For further information, please visit our web site at http://www.cloudfloor.com.

Media ContactWilliam AgushCloudFloor+1 781-492-0336wagush@CloudFloor.com

SOURCE  CloudFloor

CloudFloor

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

Air Transport Association Calls on Congress to Protect GPS from Interference

WASHINGTON, June 23, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Air Transport Association of America, Inc. (ATA), the industry trade organization for the leading U.S. airlines, called on Congress to prohibit LightSquared from deploying their services in any way that interferes with the integrity of the nation's Global Positioning System (GPS). Any disruption of GPS services could significantly impact the nation's air traffic control system and delay the implementation of NextGen in the coming years.

"If the FCC is determined to allow LightSquared to launch its wireless broadband network, the agency should find alternative spectrum that will not compromise the GPS network. Congress must ensure that there is no interference with GPS from wireless broadband deployment," said ATA Senior Vice President for Safety, Security and Operations Tom Hendricks, who testified before the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.

ATA and its members support public- and private-sector efforts to expand wireless broadband service across the country. However, the powerful ground-based system proposed by LightSquared would render GPS useless. GPS is a critical safety technology for aviation and a core technology of the Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen). U.S. airlines use GPS-based arrival and departure procedures that are more precise and fuel-efficient than radar and surface-based navigation system procedures and enable increased aircraft throughput. More than 86 percent of commercial aircraft are already equipped with GPS.

"We strongly oppose any proposed service that would compromise the integrity of the GPS system. Given that nearly 6,000 commercial aircraft and tens of thousands of business and general-aviation aircraft are GPS-equipped, the continued unimpeded use of GPS is indispensable to the future of aviation," Hendricks said.

Recent tests by RTCA, Inc., a federal advisory panel on aviation navigation and air-traffic management policy, definitively concluded that LightSquared's network would render GPS unusable by aviation users below 2,000 feet in the vicinity of a single-city deployment, and at all altitudes in dense metropolitan areas. Similarly, the National Space-Based Positioning, Navigation, and Timing Systems Engineering Forum concluded that LightSquared's system "cannot successfully coexist with GPS."

ABOUT ATA
Annually, commercial aviation helps drive more than $1 trillion in U.S. economic activity and nearly 11 million U.S. jobs. ATA airline members and their affiliates transport more than 90 percent of all U.S. airline passenger and cargo traffic. For more information about the airline industry, visit http://www.airlines.org and follow us on Twitter @airlinesassn.

SOURCE  Air Transport Association

Air Transport Association

CONTACT: Steve Lott, +1-202-626-4205, slott@airlines.org

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

Legal Talk Network Releases Sensei Enterprises' Digital Detectives Podcast: "From Across the Pond: Proportionality in E-Discovery"

FAIRFAX, Va., June 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Legal Talk Network has released the latest edition of Sensei Enterprises' Digital Detectives podcast, entitled "From Across the Pond: Proportionality in E-Discovery." Podcasters Sharon D. Nelson, Esq. and John W. Simek, Sensei's President and Vice President, discuss the long history of proportionality in the U.K. and its recent accelerating buzz in U.S. courts.

In this very substantive podcast, Ms. Nelson and Mr. Simek discuss the relatively short history of proportionality in the U.S., the applicable federal rules, the Sedona Conference's  Six Principles of Proportionality and recent court decisions which have discussed proportionality issues.

Ms. Nelson noted, "The word 'proportionality' has gotten a lot of press recently, but the concept is poorly understood, even in the courts - the decisions thus far are a mish-mash - it will take some time for consistent views on proportionality to solidify."

You can listen to the podcast at:http://legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/digital-detectives/2011/06/proportionality-in-e-discovery-a-uk-perspective/

ABOUT SENSEI ENTERPRISES, INC.

Sensei Enterprises, Inc. is a nationally known computer forensics, security and information technology company. Based in Fairfax, Virginia, Sensei combines legal expertise with high-level technical certifications to serve the technology needs of the legal and corporate communities. Sensei's principals are the co-authors of The Electronic Evidence and E-Discovery Handbook (2006, ABA) and speak and present on electronic evidence, information security and legal technology throughout the country. To learn more, please visit http://www.senseient.com.

For more information about this release, call Sharon D. Nelson, Esq. at 703-359-0700.

SOURCE  Sensei Enterprises, Inc.

Sensei Enterprises, Inc.

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

J.K. Rowling Announces Pottermore

http://www.pottermore.com

LONDON, June 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- J.K. Rowling today, Thursday 23rd June, answered mounting speculation about the nature of her new project and announced Pottermore, a unique and free-to-use website which builds an exciting online experience around the reading of her hugely successful Harry Potter books, and is partnered by Sony.

The announcement today was heralded by the revealing of the website's name via an online search for its letters, and a 'coming soon' holding page which received over a million visits within 36 hours of launching.

For this groundbreaking collaborative project, J.K. Rowling has written extensive new material about the characters, places and objects in the much-loved stories, which will inform, inspire and entertain readers as they journey through the storylines of the books. Pottermore will later incorporate an online shop where people can purchase exclusively the long-awaited Harry Potter eBooks, in partnership with her publishers worldwide, and is ultimately intended to become an online reading experience, extending the relevance of Harry Potter to new generations of readers, while still appealing to existing fans. As the Pottermore Shop develops, it is intended that it should include further products designed specifically for Harry Potter fans, offering a potential outlet for Sony products and services related to Pottermore. In keeping with Harry Potter's international appeal, the site will launch in English, French, Italian, German and Spanish, with more languages to follow.

In the new website, which launches in Beta on 31st July, the storylines will be brought to life with sumptuous newly-commissioned illustrations and interactive 'Moments' through which you can navigate, starting with the first book, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's (Sorcerer's) Stone . On entering, you choose a magic username and begin your experience. As you move through the chapters, you can read and share exclusive writing from J.K. Rowling, and, just as Harry joins Hogwarts, so can you. You visit Diagon Alley, get sorted into a house, and cast spells and mix potions to help your house compete for the House Cup.

At a press conference at the Victoria & Albert Museum in London, Rowling revealed some key features of the website. In an announcement which will thrill fans, she described how she has brought to life both the Sorting Hat and Ollivanders experiences from her books for the first time on Pottermore, by revealing the questions asked by the Sorting Hat - which places newcomers into their Hogwarts houses according to their characteristics - and the magic behind the Wand Chooser - which finds the right wand for each user from over 33,000 possible combinations. She also revealed glimpses of the new information she has provided on some of the best-loved characters.

J.K. Rowling 's announcement on YouTube and sony.com today revealed that Pottermore (along with the Pottermore Shop) will be open to all users in October 2011.  From today, 23rd June, fans can submit their email addresses on Pottermore.com in order to be contacted by the site following the opening of registration on 31st July, Harry's birthday. Also on that date, an online challenge will be launched, whereby the first million people to complete their registration will gain early entry into the website, and help put final touches to the experience.

J.K. Rowling commented,

"I wanted to give something back to the fans that have followed Harry so devotedly over the years, and to bring the stories to a new digital generation. I hope fans and those new to Harry will have as much fun helping to shape Pottermore as I have. To add to my input into the website, everyone will be able to join in by submitting their own comments, drawings and other content in a safe and friendly environment - Pottermore has been designed as a place to share the stories with your friends as you journey through the site."

Pottermore has been made possible with the support and partnership of Sony.

Sir Howard Stringer,  Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President  of Sony Corporation, commented:

"Sony's association with J.K. Rowling's Pottermore brings together one of the world's  most innovative brands with the most successful book series in history, in a pioneering partnership that will help shape the future of story-telling. We are proud to be a part of it, both at this momentous announcement, and as we collaborate on its development over the coming years."

On Sony's partnership of Pottermore, J.K. Rowling commented:

"As I think people know, I am very protective of Harry and have always been very selective with any new initiatives, but I am totally committed to making this partnership with Sony and this wonderful new website a success. There are many companies I could have worked with on this ultimate digital expression of Harry Potter's universe, but it is Sony's unique philosophy of creativity in harmony with technology that made them my first choice. The spirit behind Sony's make.believe philosophy is one that rings true with Pottermore's own values."

The detailed creative execution has been led by TH_NK, a leading UK digital agency, under the supervision of J.K. Rowling and the Pottermore management tea m, in co-operation with Sony. J.K. Rowling 's publishers, Bloomsbury in the UK and Scholastic in the USA, as well as her international publishers worldwide, have been active supporters in the creation of pottermore.com and the Pottermore Shop. Warner Bros, the makers of the hugely successful Harry Potter film franchise , is also one of the partners who have worked to support the launch of Pottermore through a variety of marketing, promotional and other efforts and will continue to collaborate as the project grows .

The storyline of the second book, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, will go live on the site in early 2012.  The Pottermore Shop opens when the site opens to all in October, selling complete ranges of the eBooks and digital audiobooks in a selection of languages, exclusively.

Designed for fans of all ages, the website has been created with child safety in mind, employing best practice and compliance with internet codes of practice in the UK, Europe and USA, and elsewhere.

For further information, electronic press kit and visuals, please contact J K Rowling's PR team:
Mark Hutchinson mark@markhutchinsonmanagement.co.uk tel 07904 359 339
Rebecca Salt rebecca@stonehillsalt.co.uk tel 01620 829 800 or 07970 783 213
For Sony: Lisa Gephardt lisa_gephardt@sonyusa.com (U.S.) tel 917-797-6036

NOTES TO EDITORS

1. An Electronic Press Kit, and set of images including pictures of J.K. Rowling and visuals from the website, are available from J K Rowling PR (details above) and at the Pottermore press room at http://www.pottermore.com/en/press.

2. J.K. Rowling's Pottermore announcement is at http://www.youtube.com/jkrowlingannounces and http://www.sony.com from 12.00 midday BST on 23rd June.

3. From 23rd June, fans can submit their e-mail addresses to Pottermore.com in order to be contacted by the site following the opening of registration on 31st July, Harry Potter's birthday.

4. On 31st July, an online challenge will be launched on Pottermore.com. 1 million of those successfully completing it will be granted early access to the Beta version of the website, enabling them to help put finishing touches before it opens to all in October 2011. Details of the challenge will be revealed on 31st July.

5. About Sony Corporation

Sony Corporation is a leading manufacturer of audio, video, game, communications, key device and information technology products for the consumer and professional markets. With its music, pictures, computer entertainment and on-line businesses, Sony is uniquely positioned to be the leading electronics and entertainment company in the world. Sony recorded consolidated annual sales of approximately $87 billion for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2011. Sony Global Web Site: http://www.sony.net/

6. The Pottermore management team comprises CEO Rod Henwood and COO Tom Turcan, and the project has been overseen by Neil Blair, J.K. Rowling's agent. UK digital agency TH_NK have designed and built the website, and agency Adam & Eve have carried out the marketing.  Biographies and company profiles are available in the Electronic Press Kit.

The animation for the J.K. Rowling announcement was created by Anderson M Studios, and the film was produced by Adam & Eve.

7. The Harry Potter books have been the most successful book series of all time. Each of the seven books has broken sales records, with the series to date having sold approximately 450 million copies worldwide, distributed in over 200 territories and translated into 70 languages, as well as being turned into blockbuster films.

8. J.K. Rowling will not be doing interviews other than the announcement Press Conference. Rod Henwood, CEO of Pottermore, and other site representatives, are available for limited interviews.

SOURCE  Sony

Sony

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

New AT&T U-verse TV App Puts Quick and Convenient Support at Customers' Fingertips

DALLAS, June 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- AT&T* today announced a new TV app that gives AT&T U-verse® customers convenient access to self-support information and tools for their AT&T U-verse TV service directly from their TV screen -- another way AT&T is delivering a better experience to U-verse customers.

AT&T is rolling out the AT&T Troubleshoot & Resolve app under "Help" in the U-verse TV menu. The on-screen TV app is rolling out on a market-by-market basis over the next few weeks and:

    --  Provides you with an up-to-date status of your U-verse TV service with a
        U-verse Service Check.
    --  Offers simple step-by-step guides, including images and tips, to address
        common questions.
    --  And allows you to request a call from a customer service agent if you
        have any questions, with the click of your remote control.

"In multiple studies on customer service, our AT&T U-verse customers consistently rank us at the top, and we wanted to take that even further by giving them fast, convenient support and service information with an easy-to-use app where they need it, on their TV screen," said Jeff Weber, vice president of video services for AT&T Mobility and Consumer Markets. "This latest app is an innovative way we're communicating directly with U-verse customers about their services, with just a click of the remote. It shows how we're putting the U-verse customer first and using the unique benefits of our all-IP technology to integrate your TV and customer service experiences."

The app is available to all U-verse customers at no extra charge. A video demo is available here.

In addition to making U-verse support accessible through an interactive TV app, AT&T makes it easy for U-verse customers to make changes to their subscription from their TV screen. With U-verse TV Account Manager application, launched in August 2010, U-verse customers can quickly and easily make U-verse TV package upgrades, compare TV packages, view channel lineups, view their account summary, view product overviews and ordering information on U-verse High Speed Internet and U-verse Voice, and more with a click of their remote. U-verse TV customers can set parental controls to manage what their family orders through the Account Manager app.

Once U-verse TV service is installed, the U-verse TV System Set-up Tool also provides access to on-screen information on how to set up several common features, including programming your U-verse remote control, setting the viewing aspect ratio and setting parental controls.

AT&T U-verse TV is the only 100 percent Internet Protocol-based television (IPTV) service offered by a national service provider, making AT&T U-verse one of the most dynamic and feature-rich services available today. Now AT&T U-verse TV ranks "Highest in Customer Satisfaction in the North Central, South and West Regions," according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2010 Residential Television Service Provider Satisfaction Studies(SM). For additional information on AT&T U-verse -- or to find out if it's available in your area -- visit AT&T U-verse.

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

About AT&T

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

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

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

Geographic and service restrictions apply to AT&T U-verse. Call or go to http://www.att.com/uverse to see if you qualify.

AT AT&T U-verse TV: Residential customers only. Prices, programming, features and offers subject to change without notice. A one-time TV Service Activation Fee of $36 applies.

AT&T U-verse received the highest numerical score among television service providers in the North Central, South and West regions in the proprietary J.D. Power and Associates 2010 Residential Television Service Satisfaction Study(SM). Study based on 28,489 total responses from measuring 12 providers in the North Central region (IL, IN, MI, OH, WI), 13 providers in the South (AL, AR, FL, GA, KS, KY, LA, MS, MO, NC, OK, SC, TN, TX), and 10 providers in the West (AZ, CA, CO, ID, IA, MN, MT, NE, NV, NM, ND, OR, SD, UT, WA, WY) and measures consumer satisfaction with television service. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of consumers surveyed in Nov. 2009 and Jan. 2010, April 2010 and July 2010. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com.

SOURCE  AT&T Inc.

AT&T Inc.

CONTACT: Jill Rountree of AT&T Corporate Communications, +1-512-495-7186, jrountree@attnews.us

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

Solos Endoscopy, Inc. To Launch New Corporate Website

BOSTON, June 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Solos Endoscopy, Inc. (OTCPK: SNDY) is pleased to announce the launch of their newly designed and interactive website, http://www.solosendoscopy.com on Friday July 1, 2011. The online venue serves as a "virtual catalog" for existing and new customers and includes comprehensive information for shareholders, investors and potential partners alike. The updated look showcases streamlined navigation to allow for easy-to-use functionality, allowing users to quickly reference desired information making it easier for Hospitals, Clinics, Healthcare Centers, Medical Centers and Surgery Centers across the United States to identify and select from Solos' vast product line.

The website features a clean design with organized descriptions covering the entire scope of the Company's business and product categories. Users are presented with an overview of the Company, recent news and direct links to the Company's OTC Markets filings as well as detailed listings and information on the assortment of endoscopic instrumentation and medical imaging solutions Solos has to offer. Also under development and coming soon, are links to Solos' Social Media assets including; Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Stumbled Upon amongst others.

Solos Endoscopy, Inc. is a HealthCare instrument company whose mission is to develop and market high quality and innovative instruments for the screening, diagnosis, treatment and management of medical conditions. Solos Endoscopy's MammoView® system, the Company's flagship product line, employs advanced micro endoscopes and optical technology to give physicians sharp, clear images of the milk ducts where the majority of breast cancers arise.

"We are aware that people are constantly searching the web for more in-depth knowledge and overall better detailed information," stated Bob Segersten, President of Solos Endoscopy, Inc. "With the launch, we strived to provide a website that is rich in technical and visual content, while providing an easy-to-navigate interface for the HealthCare community we serve."

About Solos Endoscopy, Inc.:

Solos Endoscopy, Inc. is a HealthCare instrument company whose mission is to develop and market high quality and innovative instruments for the screening, diagnosis, treatment and management of medical conditions. Additional information on its FDA approved products is available on the Company's website at: http://www.solosendoscopy.com.

Safe Harbor: This release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 27E of the Securities Act of 1934. Statements contained in this release that are not historical facts may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. Investors are cautioned that forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain. Actual performance and results may differ materially from that projected or suggested herein due to certain risks and uncertainties including, without limitation, ability to obtain financing and regulatory and shareholder approval for anticipated actions.

SOURCE  Solos Endoscopy, Inc.

Solos Endoscopy, Inc.

CONTACT: Investor Relations, +1-407-389-5900

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

AnyMP4 DVD Ripper - Excellent and Versatile DVD Ripping Software Just Brought to You by AnyMP4

BEIJING, June 23, 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.

Equipped with highly advanced techniques and an efficient inner core, AnyMP4 DVD Ripper is capable of converting and ripping DVD video to any popular video format. Designed for speed and precision, AnyMP4 DVD Ripper can make DVD ripping a fast, easy and pleasant job.

Any MP4 DVD Ripper is the most versatile video converting software specializing in all kinds of DVD ripping tasks. It can rip DVD video to MP4, H.264, AVI, FLV, WMV, 3GP, VOB, MKV, DivX, XviD, MOV or other popular video formats. It can also help portable device users to rip any DVD video to iPad, iPad 2, iPhone, iPhone 4 and iPod compatible formats with incredible speed and astonishing quality. As the newest member of AnyMP4 family, AnyMp4 DVD Ripper provides users with the best product and the most compelling services.

What key functions does AnyMP4 DVD Ripper have?

1. Excellent and efficient DVD ripping software

As the most professional DVD ripping software ever produced, AnyMP4 DVD Ripper can achieve any ripping task within a short time with its highly advanced inner core and amazing techniques.

2. Support most popular input and output video formats

This software can rip DVD video to multiple video formats, including but not limited to MP4, H.264, AVI, FLV, WMV, 3GP, VOB, MKV, DivX, XviD, MOV, DPG and even HD video formats like HD H.264, HD AVI, HD MPG, HD TS, HD WMV, HD MPEG-4, HD MOV and HD ASF.

3. Extract audio track and convert it to any audio formats

AnyMP4 DVD Ripper enables you to extract audio track from video files and then convert it to popular audio formats such as MP3, WMA, AAC, AC3, AIFF, AMR, AU, FLAC, M4A, MP2, OGG and WAV.

4. Professional video effect editor

Not satisfied with the size or effect of the ripped video? Just turn to the powerful editing tools for help. The versatile editing tools provided by AnyMP4 DVD Ripper can help you trim video length, crop video frame, merge several video clips together and add text/image watermark to video. Output parameters such as video brightness, contrast, saturation, hue and volume are also adjustable.

5. Audio track and subtitle selection

AnyMP4 DVD Ripper enables you to select your preferred audio track and subtitle if they are optional.

6. Support multiple devices

AnyMP4 DVD Ripper has a long support list that includes iPod, iPad, iPad 2, iPhone, iPhone 4, android devices such as Motorola Xoom, Samsung Galaxy Tab, Motorola Droid, HTC and other portable devices.

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. It also has language supports including France, Japanese and German.

System Requirements

    --  OS Supported: Windows NT4/2000/2003/XP and Windows Vista, Windows 7
    --  CPU: 800MHz Intel or AMD CPU, or above
    --  RAM: 512MB RAM or more

Pricing and Availability

    --  AnyMP4 DVD Ripper is available now at $40.00
    --  For more information and get a free trial version, please visit:
        http://www.anymp4.com/dvd-ripper/

About AnyMP4

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 software 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: Richard Harris, +86-15001326252, or pr@anymp4.com, http://www.anymp4.com

Web Site: http://www.anymp4.com

EF's Breakthrough App for Kids Learning English, Ranks #1 Free Education App on iTunes

HONG KONG, June 23, 2011 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Forget boring flashcards. EF Education First, the world's largest international education company, recently released the iPad app, EF High Flyers English Vocabulary Game for kids. The EF app for kids updates the oldest studying tool, the flashcard, with rich 3D content and game mechanics to engage young learners through the magical experience of the iPad. Already, it has reached the #1 spot in Apple's education section of the App Store in more than 50 countries.

(Photo: http://www.prnasia.com/sa/2011/06/20/20110620102321.html )

In a recent PBS survey, 70 percent of parents allowed their children to use their iPad and had, on average, 8 apps for their children. The most important criteria for those apps? "Educational value." With over 500 flashcards, crystal clear audio, an intelligent learning system, and progress tracking popular with parents, the EF High Flyer app is built to complement EF's English curriculum for students under 10 years old.

"When we looked at both our philosophy of 'learn anytime, anywhere' and the iPad's unique appeal to children, we knew that creating an iPad app was a great opportunity to extend classroom learning," says Jacob Toren, President of EF English First.

The app is the latest of EF's fast-growing family of mobile apps, ranging from language learning apps, like the iPad app for EF Englishtown - the world's largest online English school - to social networking apps for EF students.

Download this free app at: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ef-english-first-high-flyers/id438876183?mt=8

About EF Education First

Established in 1965 with the mission to "break down barriers in language, culture, and geography", EF is the world's leading international education company.  EF has helped over 15 million students and 1200 companies to learn a new language and travel abroad. With a network of 400 schools and offices worldwide, including the world's largest online English school (http://www.englishtown.com), EF specializes in language training, educational travel, academic degrees, and cultural exchange programs. EF recently published the ground-breaking English Proficiency Index (http://www.ef.com/epi ), the first ranking of English ability around the world. For more information, please see http://www.ef.com.

For media inquiries, please contact:

Eric Feng
Phone: +852-2111-2370
Email: press@ef.com

SOURCE  EF Education First

EF Education First

Web Site: http://www.prnasia.com/sa/2011/06/20/20110620102321.html

AT&T Expands Mobile Broadband Wireless Capacity on Block Island

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

NEW SHOREHAM, R.I., June 23, 2011/PRNewswire/ -- Just as the summer tourism season picks up on Block Island, customers who visit the island and those who live there seasonally or full-time are expected to experience improved mobile broadband and voice performance as a result of continued investment and innovation by AT&T. The company announced today that it has completed a key initiative in its ongoing efforts to enhance the wireless capacity and performance of its mobile broadband network in New Shoreham.

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

"Our goal is for our customers to have an extraordinary experience everywhere they use their mobile devices, including at popular summer destination spots like Block Island. We're always looking for new opportunities to provide an enhanced customer experience, and our investment in the local wireless network is just one way we're accomplishing that," said Steve Krom, vice president and general manager, AT&T New England. "In addition, our recently announced agreement to acquire T-Mobile USA will strengthen and expand our network throughout Rhode Island. 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."

"We welcome AT&T's investment in its network on Block Island," said state Senator V. Susan Sosnowski, who represents Block Island. "Reliable wireless coverage for tourists, residents, and local businesses is vital to the economic health of the island. As folks become more and more tied to their wireless devices, it's comforting to know they can have dependable coverage on Block Island."

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

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

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

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

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

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

About AT&T

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

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

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

Cautionary Language Concerning Forward-Looking Statements

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

SOURCE  AT&T Inc.

AT&T Inc.

CONTACT: Meaghan Wims, AT&T Corporate Communications - New England, +1-401-278-4434, mwims@duffyshanley.com

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

EF's Breakthrough App for Kids Learning English, Ranks #1 Free Education App on iTunes

HONG KONG, June 23, 2011 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Forget boring flashcards. EF Education First, the world's largest international education company, recently released the iPad app, EF High Flyers English Vocabulary Game for kids. The EF app for kids updates the oldest studying tool, the flashcard, with rich 3D content and game mechanics to engage young learners through the magical experience of the iPad. Already, it has reached the #1 spot in Apple's education section of the App Store in more than 50 countries.

(Photo: http://www.prnasia.com/sa/2011/06/20/20110620102321.html )

In a recent PBS survey, 70 percent of parents allowed their children to use their iPad and had, on average, 8 apps for their children. The most important criteria for those apps? "Educational value." With over 500 flashcards, crystal clear audio, an intelligent learning system, and progress tracking popular with parents, the EF High Flyer app is built to complement EF's English curriculum for students under 10 years old.

"When we looked at both our philosophy of 'learn anytime, anywhere' and the iPad's unique appeal to children, we knew that creating an iPad app was a great opportunity to extend classroom learning," says Jacob Toren, President of EF English First.

The app is the latest of EF's fast-growing family of mobile apps, ranging from language learning apps, like the iPad app for EF Englishtown - the world's largest online English school - to social networking apps for EF students.

Download this free app at: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ef-english-first-high-flyers/id438876183?mt=8

About EF Education First

Established in 1965 with the mission to "break down barriers in language, culture, and geography", EF is the world's leading international education company.  EF has helped over 15 million students and 1200 companies to learn a new language and travel abroad. With a network of 400 schools and offices worldwide, including the world's largest online English school (http://www.englishtown.com), EF specializes in language training, educational travel, academic degrees, and cultural exchange programs. EF recently published the ground-breaking English Proficiency Index (http://www.ef.com/epi ), the first ranking of English ability around the world. For more information, please see http://www.ef.com.

For media inquiries, please contact:

Eric Feng
Phone: +852-2111-2370
Email: press@ef.com

SOURCE  EF Education First

EF Education First

Web Site: http://www.prnasia.com/sa/2011/06/20/20110620102321.html

EPIX and William Shatner Beam The Captains from Comic-Con®

William Shatner to appear with Avery Brooks and moderator Kevin Smith on July 22

Online Event 'EPIX Live from Comic-Con' will connect fans across the U.S.

NEW YORK, June 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- EPIX, the premium entertainment channel, video-on-demand and online service announced today that it will preview its original EPIX Picture, The Captains, at this year's Comic-Con® in San Diego on Friday, July 22.  William Shatner will talk about the original documentary he produced and directed, an in depth look at the actors who have played Star Trek Captains in the films and television shows.  Avery Brooks, who played Captain Benjamin Sisko in Star Trek:  Deep Space Nine, will join Shatner on a panel at Comic-Con moderated by Kevin Smith Friday, July 22, which will include exclusive clips and an audience Q&A.

To view the multimedia assets associated with this release, please click: http://multivu.prnewswire.com/mnr/epix/50768/

(Photo:  http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110623/MM23805)

Following the panel, Shatner will participate in EPIX Live from Comic-Con, an online Q&A on EpixHD.com which will allow fans across the U.S. to interact with the iconic writer-actor-producer-director.  EPIX Live from Comic-Con with William Shatner will be produced by EPIX in partnership with San Diego affiliate, Cox Communications, which carries EPIX as part of its "Movie Pak" offering.

The Captains will make its world premiere July 22 at 8:00 pm EDT on EPIX and EpixHD.com as the centerpiece of SHATNERPALOOZA, a celebration of William Shatner's film and television work running on the EPIX linear channel, EPIX SVOD service and EpixHD.com from July 21 through July 30.  SHATNERPALOOZA kicks off with a 48-hour marathon that will also include the world television premiere of William Shatner'sGonzo Ballet, an award winning EPIX Pictures original that takes an inside look at the staging of famed choreographer Margo Sappington's ballet set to the music and spoken word of Shatner's 2004 album, "Has Been."  Shatner produced and stars in the documentary which includes appearances by composer Ben Folds and actor/musician Henry Rollins.  Also featured will be the complete collection of the six original Star Trek films starring William Shatner in his seminal role as Captain Kirk, plus other rarely seen and sometimes controversial films including The Intruder, Big Bad Mama, Disaster on a Coastliner and Broken Angel, along with some highly entertaining TV fare like a classic 1964 episode of Outer Limits, a dazzling turn as the first host of Iron Chef and a no holds barred TV roast.

Comic-Con attendees will be invited to see The Captains on EpixHD.com as part of a two-week free trial offer.

"From film and TV icon to hipster hero, William Shatner is a man of many talents," said EPIX President and CEO Mark Greenberg. "We are proud to celebrate him as actor, producer, director and cultural phenomenon and to bring his contributions to fans at Comic-Con and on EPIX and EpixHD.com."

About EPIX

EPIX, a joint venture between Viacom Inc. (NYSE: VIA and VIA.B), its Paramount Pictures unit, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. (MGM) and Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF), is a next-generation premium entertainment channel, video-on-demand and online service launched on October 30, 2009. With access to more than 15,000 motion pictures spanning the vast libraries of its partners and other studios, EPIX provides a powerful entertainment experience with more feature films on demand and online and more HD movies than any other service.  It is the only premium service providing its entire monthly line-up of new Hollywood titles, classic feature films, original series, music and comedy specials through the linear channel, video-on-demand and online at EpixHD.com, the leading online destination for movies. EPIX has made the commitment to deliver the industry's most expansive online collection of movies, making more than 3,000 titles available on EpixHD.com.  The service is available to over 30 million homes nationwide through distribution partners including Charter Communications, Cox Communications, DISH Network, Mediacom Communications, NCTC, Suddenlink Communications and Verizon FiOS.  For more information about EPIX, go to http://www.EpixHD.com.

SOURCE  EPIX

Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110623/MM23805
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Video:http://multivu.prnewswire.com/mnr/epix/50768
EPIX

CONTACT: Lina Plath, lina@frankpublicity.com, or Clare Anne Darragh, clareanne@frankpublicity.com, both of FRANK PR, +1-646-861-0843

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

AT&T to Wirelessly Connect Zephyr BioHarness

DALLAS, June 23, 2011/PRNewswire/ --AT&T* and Zephyr Technology today announced an agreement for AT&T to provide integrated wireless access to the next generation of the Zephyr BioHarness(TM) designed to measure critical vital signs, including ECG, heart rate, breathing rate, skin temperature, then contextualize the information with the individual's physical activity using an accelerometer. The data is then viewed through the Zephyr portal or pushed to electronic health records and applications.

"With the BioHarness, connected by AT&T, cardiologists will be equipped to remotely monitor ECGs, athletes will have the ability to share live performance data, and medics will have on-demand visibility into the condition of military personnel - all occurring seamlessly over the AT&T network," said Glenn Lurie, president of emerging devices, resale and partnerships, AT&T.  "Today, smartphones capture Zephyr's BioData and send it to the cloud for analysis, presentation and health record purposes.  By Embedding wireless into the BioHarness, we're arming healthcare professionals with the technology needed to access timely data in ways not previously possible."   

"Zephyr has created a comprehensive approach that delivers useful physiological data in an understandable way," said Brian Russell, Zephyr's CEO.  "Our unique approach makes it easy for an individual to keep an eye on their health and to share that information with health providers, friends and family."

Zephyr received FDA approval for the BioHarness in December 2010, which paved the way for this strategic announcement with AT&T.  Zephyr will integrate direct cellular technology into the BioHarness to simplify the implementation and more rapidly penetrate the mHealth market.

"AT&T has the right infrastructure and the necessary flexibility to meet the evolving requirements of connected health," Russell said.

Zephyr pioneered Physiological Status Monitoring (PSM) with NASA, US Special Forces, First Responders and consumers in the Connected Health arena through partnerships with organizations like Qualcomm and Motorola.

Availability will be announced later. 

For the complete array of AT&T offerings, visit http://www.att.com.

*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 and voice services. A leader in mobile broadband, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide, 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. Find us on Facebook at http://www.Facebook.com/ATT to discover more about our consumer and wireless services or at http://www.Facebook.com/ATTSmallBiz  to discover more about our small business services.

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

Cautionary Language Concerning Forward-Looking Statements

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

About Zephyr Technology

Zephyr Technology, http://www.ZephyrAnywhere.com, is a global leader in real-time physiological and biomechanical monitoring or "Physiological Status Monitoring" (PSM) solutions for Connected Health, Fitness and the Academic Research markets.  Zephyr Technology leverages a world class team of engineers, scientists, physiologists and business experts. 

Founded in 2003, Zephyr Technology has been a pioneer in the use of PSM in training and high stress operational environments. The company's ongoing collaboration with fire departments, NASA Ames Research Center, National Guard Civil Support Teams, and multiple US Special Forces has been invaluable in the development and validation of Zephyr's technology and its application in the most extreme operating environments to Measure Life. . . Anywhere!

SOURCE  AT&T Inc.

AT&T Inc.

CONTACT: Sue McCain, Office, +1-404-986-1799, smccain@attnews.us

Web Site: http://www.zephyr-technology.com

IHG Launches iPhone® Booking Apps for Each of Its Seven Hotel Brands

With optimized mobile solutions, IHG has gone from under $1 million in monthly revenue to $10 million in just over a year

ATLANTA, June 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [Lon: IHG; NYSE: IHG (ADRs)], the world's largest hotel group by number of rooms, today announced the continuation of its mobile app strategy with iPhone booking apps for each of its seven brands - InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts, Hotel Indigo®, Crowne Plaza® Hotels & Resorts, Holiday Inn® Hotels and Resorts, Holiday Inn Express®, Staybridge Suites® and Candlewood Suites®. These new apps provide customers with the functionality to find and book hotel rooms, check rates and view or cancel reservations.

The iPhone apps for each brand follow the highly successful release of the InterContinental Concierge Insider Guides app for iPad in December 2010; the Priority Club® Rewards app for Android in July 2010; and the Priority Club Rewards app for iPhone in April 2010.

In just over a year, IHG has seen a nearly 1,000 percent increase in room night bookings from mobile devices. In the first five months of 2011, IHG has already surpassed its 2010 total number of room night bookings from mobile devices.

Most guests - 65 percent - who book through a mobile device are staying at IHG hotels the same night or within one day. To cater to this guest, the new booking apps for each of our seven brands include location aware capabilities to assist guests in booking hotels close to their location and navigating to the property.

"We are continuing to build on our mobile strategy by making our brands more accessible to today's travelers who seek solutions that assist them through every step of the travel planning process," said Michael Menis, vice president, Web and Interactive Marketing. "Our initial iPhone efforts were targeted at our Priority Club Rewards program, currently totaling 58 million members, and because our seven brands are at the heart of our business, we are building off that initial success by expanding our iPhone solutions to include apps for each of our seven brands."

The iPhone apps for each brand contain booking and reservation management features, including:

    --  Search, compare and book at IHG properties - InterContinental Hotels &
        Resorts, Hotel Indigo, Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts, Holiday Inn Hotels
        and Resorts, Holiday Inn Express, Staybridge Suites and Candlewood
        Suites
    --  Plan arrival by accessing current reservations and quick access to maps,
        directions and hotel contact information
    --  Securely store credit card information to expedite bookings
    --  Enjoy "touch-to-call" access
    --  Manage travel profiles
    --  Receive communication about the latest promotions and offers
    --  Priority Club Rewards members have the ability to earn points and redeem
        for stays
    --  Enroll in Priority Club Rewards (membership is not required to use the
        apps)

IHG's mobile channels and programs continue to be recognized throughout the industry. Recently, IHG won TravelCom's Mobile Marketer of the Year; Web Marketing Associations' Best Mobile Travel Application in the Interactive Advertising Competition; and Atlanta Interactive Marketing Association's "Most Effective Mobile Campaign."

The IHG's iPhone apps for each of its hotels brands are now available in English at the iPhone app store.

Android is a trademark of Google Inc. Use of this trademark is subject to Google Permissions.  iPhone is a registered trademark of Apple, Inc.  The hotel brands are registered trademarks of companies in the InterContinental Hotels Group.

Notes to Editors:

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) [LON:IHG, NYSE:IHG (ADRs)] is a global company operating seven well-known hotel brands including InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts, Hotel Indigo®, Crowne Plaza® Hotels & Resorts, Holiday Inn® Hotels and Resorts, Holiday Inn Express®, Staybridge Suites® and Candlewood Suites® . IHG also manages Priority Club® Rewards, the world's first and largest hotel loyalty program with 58 million members worldwide.

IHG is the world's largest hotel group by number of rooms and IHG franchises, leases, manages or owns, through various subsidiaries, a portfolio of over 4,400 hotels and more than 652,000 guest rooms in 100 countries and territories around the world.

IHG has more than 1,200 hotels in its development pipeline and expects to recruit around 160,000 people worldwide over the next few years.

InterContinental Hotels Group PLC is the Group's holding company and is incorporated in Great Britain and registered in England and Wales.

IHG offers information and online reservations for all its hotel brands at http://www.ihg.com and information for the Priority Club Rewards programme at http://www.priorityclub.com. For our latest news visit http://www.ihg.com/media, Twitter http://www.twitter.com/ihgplc or YouTube http://www.youtube.com/ihgplc

    Contact:  Sherry Telford
              IHG
              sherry.telford@ihg.com
              770-604-2613

SOURCE  IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group)

IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group)

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

McGraw-Hill Professional Announces the Next Generation of the Web-Based Reference Tool AccessEngineering

NEW YORK, June 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- In a move that signals the next generation of interactivity for traditional technical information, McGraw-Hill announced it has begun development on AccessEngineering 3.0 (http://www.AccessEngineeringLibrary.com), a new platform that will bring unprecedented functionality to its vast store of engineering reference content.

McGraw-Hill has been a leader in providing highly valuable engineering information for more than 100 years to students and professionals. Today, its web-based platform includes such valuable resources as Perry's Handbook for Chemical Engineers, Marks' Standard Handbook for Mechanical Engineers, and Roarks Formulas for Stress and Strain.  The redesigned AccessEngineering will offer this renowned engineering content displayed and amplified in the most interactive, multimedia formats in their history. Available as a desktop platform, AccessEngineering will also be accessible for tablets and smart phones providing remote access to more than 200,000 content pages, 10,000 charts and graphs and 50,000 images.

McGraw-Hill will work with Semantico, a market-leading digital publishing solutions provider, to develop the redesigned platform. The new version of AccessEngineering will allow students, academics and professionals to better integrate McGraw-Hill content into their workflow in new ways. It will provide visual, video, and graphical enhancements that will dramatically accelerate learning outcomes for engineering students, and incorporate content assets from select businesses within The McGraw-Hill Companies' portfolio.

"We are thrilled to build AccessEngineering into an exciting, interactive content experience, designed with our subscribers' needs in mind. Partnering with Semantico to re-imagine the platform, we are making our premier content work even harder for students and engineers," says Steve Chapman, publisher at McGraw-Hill Professional. 

Richard Padley, managing director, Semantico said: "We're delighted to have been selected by McGraw Hill. Our aim is to build a site that engages McGraw-Hill's customers and rewards them with an interactive and content-rich learning platform. AccessEngineering will be a new and exciting reference tool that makes full use of the internet without the constraints of traditional publishing."

The new platform, launching at the end of 2011, will also contain the latest engineering news from industry publications such as McGraw-Hill's Engineering News- Record; a complete library of course related problems, solutions and examples; teaching videos and animations for major engineering concepts and examples, new curriculum maps, and thousands of interactive graphs, tables, and charts.

About McGraw-Hill Professional

McGraw-Hill Professional is a unit of McGraw-Hill Education, a leading global provider of print and digital instructional, assessment and reference solutions that empower professionals and students of all ages. McGraw-Hill Education, a division of The McGraw-Hill Companies (NYSE: MHP), has offices in 33 countries and publishes in more than 65 languages. Additional information is available at http://www.mheducation.com/.

About Semantico

Semantico was founded in 1999 and is an innovative and market-leading digital publishing solutions company. Semantico operates as a strategic partner providing a range of services and technologies including consultancy, publishing platform design and build, e-book system development, digital marketing, access management, support and hosting. Experts in access and discovery, Semantico works across a wide range of industry sectors, including Reference/Academic; STM; Education; Trade, Legal, Tax & Regulatory; Associations & Institutes, and Publishing Intermediaries. Many of the world's leading publishers and information providers have benefited from Semantico's e-publishing expertise, including Oxford University Press, Wiley, Nature Publishing Group, Springer, Macmillan Education and Dawson Books. For more information about Semantico visit: http://www.semantico.com

SOURCE  McGraw-Hill Professional

McGraw-Hill Professional

CONTACT: Lydia Rinaldi, Publicity Director, McGraw-Hill Professional, +1-212-512-3600, lydia_rinaldi@mcgraw-hill.com, or Clare Wratten, Marketing Executive, Semantico Limited, +44-1273-722222, clare.wratten@semantico.com

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

The Echo Nest Disrupts Music Identification with Open-Source 'Echoprint'

SOMERVILLE, Mass. and NEW YORK, June 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- TheEchoNest, a music intelligence company powering smarter music applications for leading media companies and thousands of independent developers, has released the world's first fully open-source music fingerprint service to include everything developers need to help music fans identify songs on the go: Echoprint. The Echo Nest is partnering with 7digital to launch with a resolvable catalog of 13 million songs, an amount that will continue to grow with other partners and with the help of the community.

(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20101214/NE17511LOGO )

With Echoprint, any app developer can help music fans identify the music is playing around them, for free. Once a highly-proprietary technology, music identification now belongs to the community at large.

Music identification apps regularly rank among the most popular paid offerings in the iTunes, Android, and other app stores. Every music fan wants to identify the songs they hear, read up on the artists who made them, and tag them for future listening or purchase. They also want everything their personal music collections to be properly labeled. Thanks to the open-source Echoprint, music fans will get both of these things within a much wider variety of apps.

Echoprint is a fully open-source, end-to-end music fingerprinter with its own large reference catalog. Unlike expensive, proprietary alternatives, the open-source Echoprint will improve as developers and the users of those developer's apps expose it to new music. The Echo Nest's partners have been using Echoprint for 18 months already, and as open-source software, it will revolutionize music apps of all kinds.

"Music fingerprinting should belong to the Internet," said Brian Whitman, co-founder and CTO of The Echo Nest. "It should be a service that every developer can rely on without worrying about licensing fees or complicated database implementations. The Echo Nest is uniquely positioned to open its best-in-class fingerprinting technology and music resolution data to the public. Any music experience, from a streaming cloud service to a social music game can now immediately include music recognition. We're giving people the client and server along with the data, and we can't wait to see what they build with this."

"Through the many partnerships that run on the 7digital platform, we have learned that consumers have no problem paying for music if the experience is simple and convenient.  When music fans hear something they love, they want to know what it is and make an easy purchase of that track or album. Echoprint and 7digital combined gives developers the tools to identify music from any source and then provide an easy way for users to buy that music.  This open-source option will help companies to help solve the problem of accurate song identification," said Ben Drury, CEO of 7digital. "7digital's catalog has been a part of The Echo Nest's API suite since last fall, and Echoprint is a great extension of that relationship. We both believe that adding new tools for application developers promotes more creative music services and better options for consumers."

The Echo Nest expects a proliferation of music apps to spring from the open-source Echoprint -- not just for identifying music, but also for building social networks, location services, and other technologies on the knowledge about what song is playing. The Echo Nest is pleased to offer this technology for app developers and, by extension, music fans everywhere, who will soon find it much easier to learn about the music playing around them. And thanks to a partnership with the open music encyclopedia MusicBrainz, dozens of existing music resolving apps will shortly become Echoprint-aware.

"I'm excited to see The Echo Nest and MusicBrainz join forces to bring the first fully open source fingerprinting solution to market.  This cooperation combines advanced music technology and applies crowd source principles to create the best fingerprinting solution today." says MusicBrainz Founder, Robert Kaye.

For access to The Echo Nest's open-source Echoprint music fingerprinter, developers can follow links from echoprint.me.

About The Echo Nest

The Echo Nest is a music intelligence company that connects the greatest application developers to the best data and music to enable the next generation of music experiences. Powered by the world's only machine learning system that actively reads about and listens to music everywhere on the web, The Echo Nest opens up a massive repository of dynamic music data to application developers ranging from one-person operations to the largest media companies in the world. Over 200 music applications have been built on its platform to date.The Echo Nest's customers reach over 100,000,000 music fans.

The Echo Nest was co-founded by two MIT Media Lab PhDs. Winner of four National Science Foundation SBIR grants, The Echo Nest's investors include Matrix Partners and Commonwealth Capital Ventures, Argos Management and three co-founders of MIT Media Lab. For more information, visit the.echonest.com.

About 7digital

Established in 2004, 7digital.com is a leading, globally operating digital media delivery company based in London. Through 7digital's download store (http://www.7digital.com) and mobile applications consumers can access over 14 million legal high quality MP3 music tracks, as well as audiobooks and videos, at competitive prices across Europe and North America.

Combining 7digital's secure and robust technology platform with the broadest agreements in the digital media industry, the company provides comprehensive digital download services to a wide range of partners around the world. 7digital has worked with record companies, artists, FMCG brands, retailers, consumer electronics companies, fashion brands, advertising agencies and many other organisations to harness the power of digital entertainment - music, video, audiobooks and ebooks - to engage customers.

The 7digital API (Application Programming Interface) allows developers to use and license the 7digital technology platform with over 14 million tracks to create new music websites, applications and devices or to integrate music into existing services.

7digital has provided digital media services to hundreds of international partners including, RIM, Sony, Samsung, Toshiba, Ubuntu,  Shazam, Last.fm, Winamp, Songbird, HMV, Waterstone's, Pernod Ricard, Nestle, Arcadia Group, Adidas, Procter and Gamble, Universal Music, EMI, Warner Music and Sony Music.

For more information visit http://www.7digital.com/business.

SOURCE  The Echo Nest

Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20101214/NE17511LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
The Echo Nest

CONTACT: Elissa Barrett of The Echo Nest, +1-617-628-0233x43, elissa@echonest.com

Web Site: http://the.echonest.com

Digital Turbine Interface Launches With Boost Mobile Australia on Samsung's GALAXY mini

Digital Turbine is a New, Fully Integrated Cross-Platform User Experience and Multimedia Management System for Carriers, OEMs, Advertisers, Content Providers And Publishers

LOS ANGELES, June 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital Turbine Group, LLC, creator of the technology platform that allows media companies, mobile carriers, and their OEM handset partners to take advantage of multiple mobile operating systems across multiple networks, and Boost Mobile Australia, the youth brand of Optus SingTel today announced they will be launching a new, fully integrated user experience and multimedia management interface designed and powered by Digital Turbine for the Samsung GALAXY mini.  On May 18, NeuMedia, Inc. (OTC BB: MNDL), a leading global mobile data services provider, entered into a letter of intent to acquire Digital Turbine.

With its unique ability to manage and find content, create brand pages and its media Magnet experience, Digital Turbine allows users to find, consume and manage content like no other experience has before. Based on the Android operating system, the GALAXY mini smartphone, featuring Digital Turbine, will be the first of many new devices Boost Mobile Australia will launch on various operating systems.

"When it comes to user experiences, Apple has set the bar high and we wanted to ensure our customers have a superior user experience and multimedia management tool no matter what operating system their devices were running on," Paul O'Neile, Boost Mobile Australia CEO states. "We looked at many options and decided to roll out the Digital Turbine platform.  Its unique ability to serve up content, its incredible ease of search, coupled with our ability to maintain our customer relationships across any operating system made the choice very easy for us."

"When we approached Samsung to work with us on Digital Turbine for Samsung's GALAXY mini, Samsung knew that this was an opportunity they could not pass up. Digital Turbine's new user experience allows Boost Mobile Australia to take advantage of all the great experiences Android and Samsung offer without losing the individual experience and content marketplace they already have," added O'Neile.

"The Digital Turbine interface is particularly compelling in that it enables media companies, OEMs and carriers to regain some of the ground they have lost with regards to user experience. We look forward to seeing Digital Turbine's user interface integrated on the Samsung GALAXY mini over the Boost Mobile network in Australia," states Peter Guber, Board Director, NeuMedia. "This is the first of many forward thinking innovations that NeuMedia will be working on in the months to come."

"The Digital Turbine team spent the past two years developing a unique user experience with a team of expert content management and billing engineers and UI designers," states Vince Vu CTO of Digital Turbine.  "The team set out with the goal to ensure that the carrier, in this case Boost Mobile Australia, has the ability to provide a unique and consistent user experience across multiple operating systems, and we are confident that Boost Mobile Australia's launch with Samsung will be a great premiere for us."

About Digital Turbine

Digital Turbine is an innovative and comprehensive fully-integrated cross-platform user interface and multimedia management system for OEMs which sits atop each of the various operating systems to provide a consistent experience for the user.  Designed to optimize what is possible when users and their connected devices truly "work together", Digital Turbine extends traditional smart phone UI design by enhancing all interaction aspects of products and services as perceived by users. Digital Turbine provides users access to content and enhanced device functionality via the senses of Sight, Sound and Touch providing a unique and compelling, yet familiar, experience.

About NeuMedia, Inc.

NeuMedia is at the convergence of internet media content and mobile communications. It delivers a mobile services platform that works with mobile operators and third-party publishers to provide portal management, user interface, content development and billing technology that enables the responsible distribution of mobile entertainment. NeuMedia is headquartered in Los Angeles and has offices in Europe and Latin America to support global sales and marketing.

Forward Looking Statement

Statements in this news release concerning future results from operations, financial position, economic conditions, product releases and any other statement that may be construed as a prediction of future performance or events are forward-looking statements which involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements.  These factors include uncertainties as to levels of orders, ability to record revenues, release schedules, market acceptance of new products, changes in economic conditions and market demand, pricing and other activities by competitors, and other risks including those described from time to time in the Company's filings on Forms 10K and 10Q with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), press releases and other communications. 

About Boost Mobile

Based in Sydney, Australia, Boost Mobile is a lifestyle-centric telecommunications company that focuses solely on developing and distributing communications products for the youth market. In 2010 Boost Mobile celebrated its 10th anniversary, having launched in Australia in 2000, followed by New Zealand in 2001 and the USA in 2002 where they are now the highest connecting carrier.

Boost Mobile are innovators in creating custom pre-paid mobile and data solutions that embrace the culture, values, and lifestyle, of this exciting category.

Boost Mobile's offerings include prepaid mobile phone services; 'Re-Boost' pre-paid recharge cards, international calling cards, a range of in demand mobile services available at Boost Mobile's WAP site, Boost Live, Digital Turbine content user experience and 'Boost Mobile Connect' a pre-paid wireless broadband service.

In support of their adventurous and enthusiastic customer base, Boost Mobile's marketing and sponsorship activities are centred on youth related events such as action sports, music, fashion and entertainment.

Digital Turbine Media Contact:
Aurli Bokovza
Illume Public Relations
+1-310-228-1300
aurli@illumepr.com

SOURCE  Digital Turbine Group, LLC

Digital Turbine Group, LLC

MCNC Plans Video Upgrade on Statewide Education Network

Service advancements on NCREN include Cisco TelePresence technologies and other affordable next-gen video services

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., June 23, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- MCNC announced today that the video services infrastructure on the North Carolina Research and Education Network (NCREN) is scheduled to be upgraded on July 1. 

MCNC has entered the final testing phases of Cisco TelePresence interoperability with H.323 point-to-point (standard on most desktops) and multipoint video services, and TelePresence Management System (TMS) scheduling. Also, a select pilot group is testing centrally-managed soft client licenses for additional devices including laptop and desktop computers and tablets. New services are scheduled to be widely available to NCREN users during the fall semester of the 2011-2012 school year.

As a result of these upgrades, MCNC will be able to provide several additional services to NCREN Video Service customers and to support the use of Cisco TelePresence across the statewide community. MCNC is providing the TelePresence infrastructure capabilities so schools need only to purchase the TelePresence screen or any H.323 compatible in-room devices.

Upgraded shared services include: Cisco TelePresence room registration with the MCNC Video Call Manager, support for multipoint conferences with both Cisco TelePresence rooms and H.323 rooms in the same session, self-scheduling by NCREN Video Services customers, and end-point management for supported video room and desktop systems. In the coming months, MCNC also intends to offer an affordable managed desktop video services solution as part of the NCREN Video Services portfolio.

"By facilitating real-time interaction and removing barriers to communication, Cisco TelePresence enriches learning and will help to scale expertise to classrooms in North Carolina from anywhere in the world," said Joe Novak, Cisco vice president and Cisco Research Triangle Park executive. "TelePresence brings educators and students together dynamically to build relationships and spark collaboration that leads to learning and innovation."

The NCREN interactive video network handles more than 100 hours of classes, conferences and seminars each week. Video Services offers live streaming of sessions with storage capability for future viewing. And, because MCNC's video services also are able to integrate many commercially-available interactive video technologies into sessions, desktop videoconferencing can be incorporated into sessions with more traditional room-based systems when needed. This will allow education institutions to gain maximum return on their already-placed video investments and upgrade capabilities as budgets allow.

John Killebrew, MCNC's vice president of community support for NCREN, said the power of interactive video is creating a leading-edge learning environment in North Carolina as well as enabling research collaboration, seminars, online workshops, and many other applications easily facilitated by video. He noted several examples including how public and private universities are training elementary school science teachers, educational leaders are holding administrative meetings across the state to cut down on travel expenses, and how for several years students at Elizabeth City State University have been taking pharmacy classes from UNC Chapel Hill via the NCREN video network.

"The number of K-20 education institutions utilizing video-based distance learning and online classes is expanding rapidly," said Killebrew. "These new services will allow the expansion of the use of video to accelerate and will keep costs of implementation affordable. This is especially vital during these challenging fiscal times."

MCNC asked for volunteers from the NCREN video services community to participate in the testing and integration of the new video service improvements. Those participating institutions included Duke University, Elon University, N.C. Office of Information Technology Services, N.C. School of Science and Mathematics, N.C. State University, Renaissance Computing Institute (RENCI), UNC Chapel Hill, UNC Wilmington, Wake Forest University, and UNC Charlotte.

About MCNC

MCNC is an independent, non-profit organization that employs advanced Internet networking technologies and systems to continuously improve learning and collaboration throughout North Carolina's K-20 education community. MCNC provides advanced communications technologies and support services that enable access to 21st century learning applications and offers the opportunity to improve teaching, learning, research and collaboration among North Carolina's education community. For a more than a quarter century MCNC has operated a robust, secure, exclusive communications network that has connected the institutions of the University of North Carolina System, Duke University and Wake Forest University to each other and through advanced research networks such as Internet2 and National Lambda Rail, to the world. Visit http://www.mcnc.org.

About NCREN Community

NCREN, operated by the non-profit organization MCNC, is one of the nation's first statewide education and research networks. It provides broadband communications technology services and support to K-12 school districts, higher education campuses and academic research institutions across North Carolina. MCNC offers the NCREN network, technology tools and services to guarantee equal access to 21st century learning by providing a future-proof technology network that is the foundation for change and innovation in our educational systems. In addition to all public school districts in North Carolina, the NCREN user-community now includes: 17 institutions of the UNC System and General Administration; 14 North Carolina Charter Schools, 27 of the 36 North Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities; 58 North Carolina Community Colleges; research institutions and foundations; and, along with the N.C. Office of Information Technology Services and other partners, MCNC will provide broadband services for the Public Health and Non-Profit Hospitals Phases of the N.C. Telehealth Network in 2011 and beyond.

Suggested Keywords and Tags

MCNC, NCREN, UNC, Cisco Systems, Video Services, Telepresence, VoIP, distance learning, e-learning, North Carolina, NC, TelePresence, high quality video, collaboration, interoperability

Editorial Contacts
MCNC Communications Hotline: (919) 248.4105
Noah Garrett, NGC Communications, on behalf of MCNC: (252) 423.1277 or press@mcnc.org

SOURCE  MCNC

MCNC

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

PopCap Games Launches Plants vs. Zombies(TM) for Xbox LIVE on Windows Phone

Mobile Gaming Leader Expands Footprint in Smartphone Market

SEATTLE, June 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- PopCap Games, the worldwide leader in casual games, today announced the global launch of mega-hit game Plants vs. Zombies(TM) as part of the Must Have Games program for Xbox LIVE on Windows Phone, the cutting-edge mobile operating system from Microsoft.  The Xbox LIVE on Windows Phone adaptation of Plants vs. Zombies is available immediately for a list price of US$4.99 and marks the first time fans of the game can compare scores via Xbox LIVE leaderboards.

"Our support of Xbox LIVE on Windows Phone is an important move given the mobile gaming capabilities and reach of this powerful operating system," stated Andrew Stein, senior director of mobile platforms at PopCap Games. "Plants vs. Zombies for Xbox LIVE on Windows Phone will push the boundaries of mobile gaming, tying directly into Xbox LIVE leaderboards and achievements to provide a more competitive experience for gamers on-the-go.  In true PopCap tradition, with this adaptation, we're offering fans and aficionados something completely unique to the platform."

Plants vs. Zombies for Xbox LIVE on Windows Phone offers the following game features:

    - Adventure Mode

    - Zen Garden

    - All Mini-Games from the Original PC Version

    -Vasebreaker and iZombie Modes (first appearance on any mobile
     platform)

    - Xbox LIVE Connection for Tapping into Leaderboards and achievements
    (leaderboards offered for select game modes, including Adventure,
     iZombie and Vasebreaker)

    - EFIGS Language Support

About PopCap

PopCap Games is the leading global developer, publisher and operator of casual video games: fun, easy-to-learn, captivating games that appeal to all ages across PC, mobile, social and other platforms. Based in Seattle, Washington, PopCap was founded in 2000 and has a worldwide staff of more than 400 people in Seattle, San Francisco, Vancouver, B.C., Dublin, Seoul, Shanghai and Tokyo. PopCap's games have been downloaded over 1.5 billion times by consumers worldwide, and its flagship franchise, Bejeweled®, has sold more than 50 million units.

The PopCap logo and all other trademarks used herein that are listed at http://www.popcap.com/trademarks are owned by PopCap Games, Inc. or its licensors and may be registered in some countries. Other company and product names used herein may be trademarks of their respective owners and are used for the benefit of those owners.

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

SOURCE  PopCap Games

PopCap Games

CONTACT: North America: Laurie Thornton of Radiate PR, +1-650-654-2660, laurie@radiatepr.com for PopCap Games; UK/EMEA: Cathy Orr of PopCap Games, +353 1 480 6286, corr@popcap.com

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

Fully Calibrated High Accuracy MEMs Infrared Temperature Sensor

TESSENDERLO, Belgium, June 21, 2011/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --

    Melexis today launches its 3rd generation of contactless MEMs infrared
temperature sensors. The high accuracy of the newest member of the MLX90614
family makes it suitable for limitless applications in automotive, medical,
industrial and consumer markets.

    12 years ago Melexis pioneered MEMs contactless infrared temperature
sensors. This family of successful MEMs sensors is now built into dashboards
of cars to guide the HVAC system. It is used in ear- and forehead
thermometers, microwave ovens, green air conditioning systems, process
control and maintenance systems, medical blood analyzers and mobile phones.

    A common problem in the use of infrared thermometers is the error
induced due to fast temperature variations and/or thermal gradients. Melexis
is able to reduce this effect by 2 orders of magnitude using our built-in
compensation technology. This technology is based on the use of a secondary
sensor to measure the thermal disturbances and compensate the measurement
result with internal digital electronics. In this way our thermometers can
be used in environments where most other infrared sensors fail.

    Luc Buydens, Product Line Manager Non-Contact Thermometers at Melexis
comments: "Our customers tell us that a high accuracy is an absolute
requirement. Therefore Melexis delivers the sensors factory calibrated,
making them plug and play thermometers: they read out a complete temperature
signal, ready to use in their application. Furthermore our products comply
with the high automotive and medical standards"

    The new MLX90614ESF-DCH and MLX90614ESF-DCI incorporate a refractive
silicon lens to achieve small fields of view (down to 5 degrees) so small
objects can also be measured from further distances. Furthermore they are
able to measure human body temperature with a high medical accuracy over a
wide operating range. In this particular application the accuracy is
0.2degrees C. This makes them ideal for forehead thermometers and public
area fever scanning gates.

    The parts are available in a standard setting TO-39 footprint with
integrated lens. Samples and production volume are available.

Source: Melexis NV

Rik Moens, rmo@melexis.com, +3213670780

Make the Most of Your Summer Holiday!

LONDON, June 23, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    All the Tech Gadgets you Need for an Amazing Summer Holiday Experience

    Expand your iPad & iPhone Storage

    With integrated Wi-Fi and four hours of battery life, Kingston's new
Wi-Drive [http://www.kingston.com/ukroot/flash/wi_drive.asp ] offers
pocket-sized portable storage and easy file sharing for Apple devices,
including iPod touch(R) Gen 3 and 4, iPhone(R) (3G, 3GS, and 4G) and iPad(R).
Accessing or sharing your personal media has never been easier. With
Wi-Drive, you can add another 16GB or 32GB of space accessed wirelessly from
your digital device and the content can even be shared with two other people
so you are no longer limited to the space available within your iPhone, iPod
touch or iPad.

    Your favourite telly live in the palm of your hand, anywhere in the
world!

    There is no need to miss another episode of Eastenders or Top Gear.
Whether you are in Ibiza clubbing away or on a romantic getaway to the
Maldives! Now you can take your home TV anywhere in the world with you by
simply watching it on your mobile device. The Broadway 2T
[http://www.hauppauge.co.uk/site/products/data_broadway.html ] allows you to
redirect your home TV and personal video content to your iPhone, iPad,
netbook, notebook or Mac computer anywhere in the world - It's that simple!

    Edit, enhance and share your top holiday photos

    CyberLink's PhotoDirector 2011
[http://www.cyberlink.com/products/photodirector/overview_en_US.html ] offers
a wide range of dynamic adjustment tools that can be applied easily and
quickly to enhance your holiday pics. Featuring all cutting edge tools to
perfect photos, including adjustment brushes, levels, white balance and noise
reduction, your photos are guaranteed to make all your friends jealeous once
uploaded to Facebook or Flickr directly from the software. PhotoDirector
2011 is also the first photo software that lets users easily share their own
presets and download an unlimited number of existing presets defined by
others, directly from the application, through CyberLink's online community
DirectorZone.com [http://directorzone.cyberlink.com ].

Source: Kingston Technology, CyberLink & Hauppauge PCTV

Press Contact: Toby Felder, Zaboura Consultancy Ltd, toby@zaboura.com , DD: +44(0)7834221570, DD: +44(0)2072973370

New Policy Paper Calls for Creations of Regional and Local Collaborative News Networks, Urges Media to Adopt 'Digital First' Strategies

WASHINGTON, June 23, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Today the Aspen Institute Communications and Society Program and the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation released a new policy paper that calls on leaders of local print and broadcast media to spearhead the creation of regional and local collaborative news networks that meet the information needs of their communities. These interactive news networks are part of a broader set of strategies for re-inventing local journalism that are aimed at addressing the need for media policies that foster innovation, competition and support for business models that provide marketplace incentives for quality journalism.

Re-Imagining Journalism: Local News for a Networked World, by Michael R. Fancher, outlines five strategic areas that are critical for reforming local journalism and calls upon for-profit media, not-for-profit and non-traditional media, higher education, community and non-profit institutions, libraries, researchers, government at all levels, and citizens to each play a role in nurturing a revitalized and re-imagined local media ecosystem. Fancher served for 20 years as executive editor of The Seattle Times. Under his leadership, The Times won four Pulitzer Prizes and was a Pulitzer finalist 13 other times. Fancher serves as co-convenor of Journalism That Matters Pacific Northwest, advises other local journalism projects and is vice-president of the Washington Coalition for Open Government.

The five key strategies for re-inventing local journalism include: (1) For-profit media organizations must re-invent themselves to extend the role and values of journalism in interactive ways; (2) Not-for-profit and non-traditional media must be important sources of local journalism; (3) Higher education, community and non-profit institutions can be hubs of journalistic activity and other information-sharing for local communities; (4) Greater urgency must be placed on relevance, research and revenues to support local journalism; and (5) Government at all levels should support policies that create an environment for sustainable, quality local journalism.

In particular, Fancher urges considerably stronger efforts by newspapers and other legacy media to "be digital first," and adopt a greater sense of urgency in dealing with the technological disruptions affecting the marketplace for news and information. Legacy newspapers and broadcast stations in particular have considerable capacity in terms of resources, leadership and relationships in the community to nurture networked news ecosystems and create interactive networks that can serve as hubs for civic information sharing, journalism, dialogue and engagement.

"News organizations and industry associations must develop a greater sense of urgency about helping their people succeed in the digital media ecosystem.  Failing to do so will mean that the journalism industry will not attract and retain the digital natives who will be tomorrow's leaders," said Fancher. He further noted that news organizations must participate in open, honest conversations about their own work.  "The public should be encouraged to participate in shaping the future of local journalism. News organizations should use interactive technology and social media to enhance the transparency, openness and accountability of journalism," Fancher observed.

Fancher went on to say, "For legacy media, the key to re-imagining journalism for a networked world is to be digital first. This is particularly hard for newspapers because so much of their revenue comes from their printed products. It seems clear that a print-driven strategy gets in the way of implementing robust interactive strategies."

Among the key recommendations that Fancher calls for:

    --  Legacy news organizations should exercise leadership to nurture their
        local news ecosystem through the creation of collaborative, interactive
        news networks;
    --  Traditional media companies should collaborate with local start-ups and
        non-profit media to create new forms of content syndication that operate
        more like social networks;
    --  Libraries should host journalistic activities, with the Institute for
        Museum and Library Services leading the way by soliciting proposals for
        and funding innovative projects in this area;
    --  Academic and government research institutions should develop metrics for
        measuring the Social Return on Investment (SROI) in journalism, with the
        National Science Foundation requesting proposals for research to measure
        the social capital produced by, and economic and social benefits of,
        investments in local journalism;
    --  National and community foundations should fund networks, collaborations,
        shared infrastructure and open source technology to support the local
        media ecology;
    --  The National Conference on Citizenship should add local news to its list
        of metrics for measuring community health and civic engagement, as part
        of a national conversation on the importance of local journalism to
        community health;
    --  Federal and state governments should consider measures to facilitate new
        ownership and collaboration models, including legislation to encourage
        the creation of non-profit or hybrid business models for local
        journalism (such as L3c or Benefit Corporations), changes in Internal
        Revenue Service regulations governing when newsgathering and publishing
        may qualify for tax-exempt status, and other legislative or regulatory
        changes to make it easier for private news companies to transition to
        non-profit status.

Adopting these strategies will enable communities to address the critical information needs identified by the Knight Commission on the Information Needs of Communities in a Democracy and the crisis in local, professional, accountability reporting identified by the Federal Communications Commission in its recently released report, The Information Needs of Communities.

"When the Commission issued its report in October 2009, the commissioners expressed their concern that the loss of traditional media at the local level would lessen citizens' ability to have the information they need for their personal lives, for civic engagement, and to hold government accountable. Yet they also noted that the digital age has created a time of great journalistic opportunity. Mike Fancher has laid out a blue print for how everyone - media companies, academic and community institutions, government at all levels and citizens - can seize this moment to reinvent local journalism in ways that create value and benefit communities," said Charles M. Firestone, executive director of the Aspen Institute Communications and Society Program.

Directing media policy toward innovation, competition and support for business models that provide marketplace incentives for quality journalism, and increasing the role of higher education, community and non-profit institutions as hubs of journalistic activity and other information sharing for local communities are among the recommendations made by the Knight Commission on the Information Needs of Communities in a Democracy. This paper is the seventh a series focused on implementing the Knight Commission's 15 recommendations for creating healthy informed communities across the country released in 2009 in a landmark report, Informing Communities. This bipartisan blue ribbon commission called for universal broadband, open networks, transparent government, a media and digitally literate populace, vibrant local journalism, public media reform, and more local public engagement. The first six papers in the series cover universal broadband, digital and media literacy, public media, government transparency, local online hubs and civic engagement.

In addition to the release of Re-Imagining Journalism: Local News for a Networked World, the Aspen Institute and Knight Foundation also announced the release of a second white paper, Creating a Public Square in a Challenging Media Age, by Norman Ornstein, with John Fortier and Jennifer Marsico, of the American Enterprise Institute.

Re-Imagining Journalism: Local News for a Networked World was featured today in a high-level roundtable discussion among a select group of leaders, innovators, advocates and critics from the national, state and local levels at the Aspen Institute in Washington, D.C. The roundtable also discussed Creating a Public Square in a Challenging Media Age.

The Knight Commission on the Information Needs of Communities in a Democracy was a blue ribbon panel of seventeen media, policy and community leaders that met in 2008 and 2009. Its purpose was to assess the information needs of communities, and recommend measures to help Americans better meet those needs. Its Report, Informing Communities: Sustaining Democracy in the Digital Age, was the first major commission on media since the Hutchins Commission in the 1940's and the Kerner and Carnegie Commissions of the 1960's.

The Commission's aims were to maximize the availability and flow of credible local information; to enhance access and capacity to use the new tools of knowledge and exchange; and to encourage people to engage with information and each other within their geographic communities. Among its 15 recommendations the Commission argues for universal broadband, open networks, transparent government, a media and digitally literate populace, vibrant local journalism, public media reform, and more local public engagement.

The Knight Commission is a project of the Aspen Institute Communications and Society Program and the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation.

The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation advances journalism in the digital age and invests in the vitality of communities where the Knight brothers owned newspapers. The Knight Foundation focuses on projects that promote informed and engaged communities and lead to transformational change. For more, visit http://www.knightfoundation.org.

The Aspen Institute mission is twofold: to foster values-based leadership, encouraging individuals to reflect on the ideals and ideas that define a good society, and to provide a neutral and balanced venue for discussing and acting on critical issues. The Aspen Institute does this primarily in four ways: seminars, young-leader fellowships around the globe, policy programs, and public conferences and events. The Institute is based in Washington, DC; Aspen, Colorado; and on the Wye River on Maryland's Eastern Shore and has an international network of partners.

SOURCE  The Aspen Institute; The Knight Commission

The Aspen Institute; The Knight Commission

CONTACT: Amy Garmer, Communications and Society Program of The Aspen Institute, +1-202-736-5854, garmer@aspeninstitute.org

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

LG Mobile Breaks Through 3D Barriers, Highlights Future of 3D Technology at 3D Entertainment Summit Keynote

LG Mobile Executive Tim O'Brien Showcases LG THRILL(TM) 4G exclusively on AT&T, Bringing Glasses-free 3D Smartphone to the United States

NEW YORK, June 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Tim O'Brien, vice president of marketing for LG Mobile, addressed an audience of entertainment industry insiders and influencers yesterday during the 3D Entertainment Summit in a keynote session that examined the importance of technology and innovation in the industry's 100+ year history. While highlighting consumer insights paving the way for the future of entertainment, LG put the spotlight on mobile 3D. Held in New York in conjunction with Consumer Electronics Week, the Summit is devoted to examining and analyzing the burgeoning confluence of 3D and entertainment.

To view the multimedia assets associated with this release, please click: http://multivu.prnewswire.com/mnr/lg/50780/

(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110203/CG42292LOGO-d )

O'Brien's keynote illustrated technology's important role in the evolution of entertainment and culminated with the presentation of LG's latest technological breakthrough, the LG THRILL(TM) 4G exclusively on AT&T.

From early forms of entertainment such as black and white TV to the growing popularity of smartphones as today's hot entertainment platform, O'Brien stressed the importance of the need for continued advancements in technology. LG Mobile will lead the way, contributing to 3D technology adoption with the barrier breaking LG THRILL 4G.

"The objective of the entertainment industry has always been to make the experience more real and life-like," said O'Brien. "LG will change the game again by giving everyone an easy and accessible way to interact with the content they love - and do it in a more realistic and authentic manner than any 3D experience we've seen yet."

Continuing the trend of technology pushing the boundaries of entertainment, LG Mobile is focusing on addressing the three main barriers to the mass adoption of 3D technology: accessibility, technology and content.

    --  Accessibility: 3D devices are currently thought of as too expensive, but
        LG THRILL 4G will be competitively priced for wider accessibility.

    --  Technology: Using new mobile 3D parallax barrier technology, the LG
        Thrill 4G eliminates the need for expensive and bulky 3D glasses, making
        the 3D experience seamless. Additionally, LG THRILL 4G enhances
        smartphone features with tri-dual configuration technology, including a
        1GHz dual-core processor with dual-channels and dual memory, to enhance
        speed and performance.

    --  Content: LG consumer insights indicate users most often interact with
        entertainment on their mobile phones through user generated content and
        gaming.  In a strategic partnership between LG Mobile and YouTube,
        handheld users will be able to create and share their own 3D content in
        new and exciting ways.  Additionally, in partnership with Gameloft, 3D
        games come preloaded on LG THRILL 4G.

"With each new technological breakthrough, entertainment becomes more genuine and believable," acknowledged O'Brien. "3D enabled mobile devices will be the next step in the natural evolution of entertainment technology, and breaking accessibility, technology and content barriers will be crucial in helping make sure all consumers have access to this next generation entertainment platform."

For additional details about Tim O'Brien's 3D Entertainment Summit keynote address, please visit: ny.3d-summit.com. Also, visit http://www.lg.com for the latest news about the LG THRILL 4G, available this summer in AT&T stores nationwide.

About LG THRILL 4G

The ideal handset for on-the-move entertainment enthusiasts looking for the best of home while on the road, LG Thrill 4G features a 4.3 inch capacitive touch screen and 1GHz dual-core/dual-channel RAM for powerful mobile processing, flawless viewing and effortless multitasking. LG Thrill 4G also delivers a revolutionary, glasses-free 3D LCD display that creates a unique opportunity for consumers to capture life-like images, video and experience real 3D gaming. Dual 5MP stereoscopic 3D cameras and included microSD card allow users to capture crystal-clear 3D images and view 720p HD 3D video playback. The first device to support the YouTube(TM) 3D mobile platform, LG Thrill 4G allows users to share 3D content with anyone anywhere in the world. LG Thrill 4G owners will have access to view and upload 3D content directly to YouTube 3D via Thrill's dedicated "3D Space" user interface.  HDMI-out and DLNA features offer wireless content streaming options, making sharing 3D content with the people and networks that matter most, easier than ever.

About LG Electronics, Inc.

LG Electronics, Inc. (KSE: 066570.KS) is a global leader and technology innovator in consumer electronics, mobile communications and home appliances, employing more than 93,000 people working in over 120 operations around the world. With 2010 global sales of 55.8 trillion Korean won (USD 48.2 billion), LG comprises four business units - Home Entertainment, Mobile Communications, Home Appliance, and Air Conditioning & Energy Solutions. LG is one of the world's leading producers of flat panel TVs, mobile devices, air conditioners, washing machines, and refrigerators. LG has signed a long-term agreement to become both a Global Partner and a Technology Partner of Formula 1(TM). As part of this top-level association, LG acquires exclusive designations and marketing rights as the official consumer electronics, mobile phone and data processor of this global sporting event. For more information, please visit http://www.lg.com.

About LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company

The LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company is a leading global mobile communications and information company. With its cutting-edge technology and innovative design capabilities, LG creates handsets that provide an optimized mobile experience to customers around the world. LG is pursuing convergence technology and mobile computing products, while continuing its leadership role in mobile communication with stylish designs and smart technology. For more information, please visit http://www.lgmobilephones.com.

SOURCE  LG Mobile Phones

Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110203/CG42292LOGO-d
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Video:http://multivu.prnewswire.com/mnr/lg/50780
LG Mobile Phones

CONTACT: LG Electronics Inc., LG MobileComm U.S.A., Inc, Elizabeth Latham, +1-858-805-6701, Elizabeth.Latham@lge.com; LG-One, Erica Samadani, +1-310-280-2456, Erica.Samadani@lg-one.com

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

Magellan RoadMate 5175T-LM with Built-in WiFi is Ideal for Summer Leisure and Business Travel

SANTA CLARA, Calif., June 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Whether on the road for business or pleasure this summer, travelers seeking the most current local information can rely on the first Magellan RoadMate GPS with WiFi, the new Magellan® RoadMate® 5175T-LM GPS navigation device.

The Magellan RoadMate 5175T-LM, available now, is a full-featured GPS navigator with a large 5" high-resolution touchscreen, and includes several unique applications that enable business travelers to locate local favorites for client dinners and vacationers to plan daytrip excursions.

The first thing noticeable about this travel companion is the high resolution 5" screen. While most GPS units have only a Quarter VGA screen, with this RoadMate you'll enjoy a full Wide VGA screen. More than that, this advanced GPS navigator enables viewing in landscape or portrait mode just by rotating the device. Seeing what is ahead or seeing what is around you is as simple as a twist!

The built-in internet browser on the Magellan RoadMate 5175T-LM allows travelers to search for destinations on popular social travel sites or points of interest. And anytime you are in a WiFi hotspot a simple press of a button lets you know if there are software or map updates. Software updates can be downloaded right then and there!

Another new Magellan feature debuting in this high end model is the TourDirector. Designed specifically for travelers, TourDirector is your personal guide to help you plan tours to nearby attractions and restaurants. TourDirector opens up a world of details to you about the attractions and events around you. A press of a button gives you the address, phone number, and a detailed description of the attraction. You even get the average time it takes to experience the attraction! This all comes together to give you a powerful tool to create custom tours for business travelers with limited time during layovers or vacation travelers wishing to create spontaneous side trips.

Lifetime maps are included so when a new map update is available (up to four times a year) you get them with the normal charge waived! The Magellan RoadMate 5175T-LM comes with premium maps of the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico.

Also included is Magellan's comprehensive built-in directory of more than 6 million points of interest in North America and Canada, from accommodations, coffee houses and restaurants, to gas stations, shopping and ATMs. Additionally, through Magellan's exclusive partnership with AAA, the travel organization's AAA TourBook content is built into the GPS unit, providing Diamond ratings, descriptions of AAA-approved locations, facts about local destinations and tourist attractions, and lists of merchants providing AAA discounts.

Fully featured, the Magellan RoadMate 5175T-LM includes subscription-free lifetime traffic alerts, highway lane assist, spoken street names, and Magellan's customizable OneTouch(TM) menu for favorite places and searches. 

"The Magellan RoadMate 5175T-LM is designed to go from the car to the boardroom to the hotel, helping to make summer and business travel planning a cinch. At stops or between meetings, the unit's built-in WiFi can connect to convenient hotspots to search for user-rated dining and other destinations. While out on the road, the new TourDirector feature will help travelers plan a perfect day out," said Mike Wagner, Senior Director, Product Marketing at Magellan GPS.

The Magellan RoadMate 5175T-LM is available at Best Buy. The unit retails at a MSRP of $299.99.

Review copies of the Magellan RoadMate 5175T-LM can be obtained by emailing rfinelli@magellangps.com.

About MiTAC Digital Corporation

MiTAC Digital Corp. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of MiTAC International Corporation and promotes and sells products and services under the Magellan brand name. Magellan assists people to travel, work and play with leading portable navigation and positioning solutions across multiple consumer markets. Recognized as an industry innovator, the company is the producer of the award-winning Magellan RoadMate series portable car navigation, Outdoor and Mobile navigation devices. MiTAC Digital Corp. is headquartered in Santa Clara, Calif. For more information on Magellan, visit http://www.magellangps.com.

CONTACT:
Raphel Finelli
1-408-250-1778
rfinelli@magellangps.com

SOURCE  Magellan

Magellan

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

Charter Business Long-Haul Ethernet Extends Customers' Reach

Long-Haul Ethernet, Layer 3 VPN offer enterprise customers greater connectivity, control and scalability

ST. LOUIS, June 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Charter Business, a division of Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: CHTR), today announced the deployment of its long-haul Ethernet service, the latest enhancement to Charter Business Optical Ethernet service. The long-haul service extends the reach of Optical Ethernet service beyond a metro area, allowing enterprise and carrier customers to seamlessly connect multiple business locations within Charter's network footprint, regardless of distance. The launch of Layer 3 VPN(Virtual Private Network) service also provides a new Wide Area Network (WAN) option for commercial customers that prefer the additional flexibility and scalability of a layer 3 private network.

(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110526/AQ10195LOGO)

Charter Business is among the first cable operators in the country to offer customers long-haul, high-capacity Ethernet transport across its nationwide Multi-Protocol Label Switching (MPLS) network. Charter's national backbone currently transports more than 300 Gbps of traffic and will now leverage that capability to extend the reach of commercial services.

"Charter Business has provided customers carrier-class Ethernet services for a number of years, and we're pleased to offer Layer 3 VPN as another networking option," said Scott Fairchild, Product Management Director. "Charter Business long-haul service is an exciting development for our customers. It enables medium-size to large companies with multiple sites to seamlessly integrate their networks into a single WAN, via either at Layer 2 or Layer 3." 

Companies doing business in smaller communities or businesses with branch offices outside urban areas often have limited options to acquire service from a single provider that connects all locations. Interconnection in these cases sometimes consists of a mix of smaller providers, and this implies higher pricing. Charter's Ethernet services provide companies like this in its footprint a more cost-efficient option.

"Charter Business serves hundreds of small communities across our footprint, and our powerful network enables enterprise customers in these locations to harness the power of our fiber network, providing carrier-grade, high-capacity service to towns that others can't reach," said Fairchild. "Customers want a reliable, scalable and reasonably priced multisite network service available to their locations that is flexible enough to adapt to rapidly changing needs. They've realized Charter Business is a solid partner that can meet those needs."

About Charter Business

Charter Business, a division of Charter Communications, Inc,  provides business organizations with scalable, tailored, and cost-effective broadband communications solutions, including business-to-business Internet access, data networking, business phone, TV and music entertainment services and wireless backhaul. Catering to the unique broadband needs of business customers, Charter Business offers competitively priced bundled products over its state-of-the-art, fiber-based network, helping businesses in a variety of industries maximize efficiency while continuing to grow. Charter Business is Metro Ethernet Forum Certified. More information about Charter Business can be found at charter-business.com.

About Charter

Charter (NASDAQ: CHTR) is a leading broadband communications company and the fourth-largest cable operator in the United States. Charter provides a full range of advanced broadband services, including advanced Charter TV® video entertainment programming, Charter Internet® access, and Charter Phone®. Charter Business® similarly provides scalable, tailored, and cost-effective broadband communications solutions to business organizations, such as business-to-business Internet access, data networking, business telephone, video and music entertainment services, and wireless backhaul. Charter's advertising sales and production services are sold under the Charter Media® brand. More information about Charter can be found at charter.com.

SOURCE  Charter Communications, Inc.

Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110526/AQ10195LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Charter Communications, Inc.

CONTACT: Media, Anita Lamont, +1-314-543-2215, or Analysts, Robin Gutzler, +1-314-543-2389

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

Yidio Launches First Personalized Twitter and Facebook TV Show Feeds

TV Fans Configure Real-Time Notifications All-in-One-Place

SAN FRANCISCO, June 23, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --  Yidio, the leading independent online television guide, today launched the first multi-channel personalized newsfeed for television and movies that "brings TV to you."  The public beta launch of Yidio Alerts services for Facebook, email and Twitter demonstrates the scalability and flexibility of the core Yidio API and program guide to aggregate normalize and broadcast complex entertainment information. With innovation in entertainment programming exploding, a dizzying array of new devices coming available every day, and an ever-growing appetite for TV, consumer choices for viewing are complicated. Yidio Alerts makes it easy to find watch and share TV and movies.

TV fans can now sign up to get push notifications for new episode broadcast airings, new online streaming episode availability, and new articles published on their favorite TV shows & movies.  The alerts can be delivered by email, Facebook, Twitter, or viewed on the Yidio website. 

How Yidio Alerts Works:

Import Your Favorites:  Users can import any TV show or movie favorite from their Facebook profile, enter favorite shows at signup or add shows to notifications and favorites whenever they use Yidio.

Choose Your News:  Alerts include new episode airing day, time and network; new episodes available online to stream with links; and original news stories.

Pick Your Channel:  Users can select their preferred communication method, via Facebook, Twitter, or email.

"Just because TV is everywhere doesn't mean you should have to look all over to find it," said Brandon Eatros, CEO of Yidio, "Yidio Alerts bring all your TV to you, leveraging the pre-eminent social channels to deliver a personalized, prioritized, TV guide."

About Yidio

Yidio (short for Your Internet Video) makes it easy to find, watch and share more than 300,000 episodes of 7,000 TV shows and 30,000 movies on your laptop, TV, tablet or your mobile phone.  Founded in 2008, Yidio is a profitable angel-backed startup in San Francisco. With more than 10 million users and the most extensive episode information API on movies and television, Yidio.com is the largest provider of new users to internet TV and movie content providers like Hulu, Amazon, iTunes, and Netflix.  http://www.yidio.com.

Contact
Carolyn Hodge
(415) 637-6372
carolyn@yidio.com

SOURCE  Yidio

Yidio

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

The Groundwork has Been Laid - RamaCity Launches its Open Beta

HAMBURG, June 23, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

   
    - RamaCity lets players build their own urban paradise
    - Bigpoint's latest casual game appeals toa wide audience

    With the RamaCity Open Beta set to launch today, Bigpoint's building up
its portfolio of fun and exciting games (http://www.bigpoint.com/).
Starting immediately players will be able to build their own online city and
tend to the needs of their adorable, fun-loving citizens in the browser game
RamaCity (http://www.ramacity.com/).

    To view the Multimedia News Release, please click:

    http://multivu.prnewswire.com/mnr/prne/bigpoint/50516/

    Bigpoint's RamaCity promises to attract the attention of a wide array of
target groups: Due to its intuitive controls and easy-to-navigate game
start, typical of casual games, players will immediately feel right at home
in RamaCity. Various game options, such as the ability to expand their city
and customize it to their needs, invites fans and players of classic
city-building simulation games to switch over to RamaCity. Visually stunning
graphic design captures the essence of real city life.

    "We have great expectations for RamaCity and even believe that our
latest title will trump the success of our other casual games such as
Farmerama or Zoomumba!" explains Tobias Reisberger, Chief Games Officer at
Bigpoint. "RamaCity is very unique because it takes the fantastic features
of city-building game and wraps them up in one casual game, and thereby
allows us to delight an even larger community for RamaCity!"

    In RamaCity, it's up to players to build a city that is just as
beautiful as it is efficient. They have to properly arrange residential
homes, industrial zones, recreational facilities and commercial units, so
that their Urbies don't have to live next to stinky factories. Players will
constantly have to reposition their buildings in their rapidly expanding
cities. Taking on the role of mayor, players must watch out for their
citizens' well-being: Urbies are enthusiastic consumers who like to spend
money on items players produce in the game, such as shoes, rubbier duckies
or soccer balls!

    In RamaCity players don't only have to interact with their citizens, but
they also have the chance to communicate with other city mayors via
social-game features such as a buddy list. The social interaction provides
healthy competition and will help motivate players to beautify their city as
much as they can! That's why they can switch up the colors of their
buildings and literally paint the town!

    No matter how players envision their dream city, they're bound to have a
fantastic time in the free-to-play browser game which is available now at
the official website: http://www.ramacity.com. The game's Facebook page
(http://www.facebook.com/ramacity) offers players another option to
shoot the breeze with other RamaCity players and find out the information
they need.

    For more information, please visit:

    - http://www.ramacity.com

    - http://www.facebook.com/ramacity

    - http://www.youtube.com/bigpointdotcom

    - http://www.bigpoint.net

    - http://www.bigpoint.com

    About Bigpoint

    Bigpoint (http://www.bigpoint.com) is an online-game developer,
publisher and content provider for large media concerns. Bigpoint-developed
games are played by over 200 million people in more than 25 languages, are
free-to-play anytime, anywhere, and require no download or installation. The
company's portfolio includes games in a quality which until now was
associated exclusively with CD or console games. Over 700 employees from
some 35 countries work at the world's largest supplier of browser-based
games; at the company headquarters in Hamburg, German or at one of the other
locations in Berlin, San Francisco, Sao Paulo and Malta. Bigpoint has
pocketed such prestigious honors as "Fastest Growing Larger Company" and
"Uniqueness of Offering" at the 2010 Media Momentum Awards, not to mention
the MTV Skyscraper Award for extraordinary achievement in game development.
For more information or press material, please visit the press area at
http://www.bigpoint.net .

   
    Please address all inquiries to:
    Bigpoint GmbH
    Matthias Mirlach
    Senior PR Manager
    Tel.: +49-(0)40-881413-207
    Fax: +49-(0)40-881413-902
    E-mail: m.mirlach@bigpoint.net

Video:
http://multivu.prnewswire.com/mnr/prne/bigpoint/50516/

Source: Bigpoint GmbH

.