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Looxcie Launches the Looxcie 2 Wearable Camcorder

New Compact Form Factor and Adjustable Fit Allows for Anytime, Anywhere Use with Optional Attachment Accessories

SUNNYVALE, Calif., June 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Looxcie, Inc. makers of the first wearable mobile-connected video cam, announced today the launch of Looxcie 2(TM), its sleek new video cam.  With an entirely new design, Looxcie 2 weighs 20 percent less and is almost half the size of the original while maintaining full battery capacity and all video capture and social media sharing features.  New attachment accessories provide users with a variety of ways to wear and use Looxcie 2: snugly over the ear, on helmets, caps and more.

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Looxcie 2 comes in two configurations:  up to 10 hours of video storage and up to 5 hours of video storage, available for $199 and $179 (MSRP) on http://www.looxcie.com.  The companion Looxcie smartphone apps can be downloaded for free from the Android's Marketplace or iPhone's App Store.

Looxcie 2's unique design allows for a hands-free point-of-view experience. When a memorable moment occurs that is worth preserving or sharing, the instant clip button automatically rewinds, captures and saves the moment as a permanent clip, which can be instantly shared to sites like Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.  And with the updated LooxcieMoments smartphone companion app, users can now choose between either 320p or 480p video quality.  Software and firmware upgrades are compatible with the original Looxcie.

"With Looxcie we gave people a way to capture video and share instantly, ensuring that they wouldn't miss the best part of a shot," said Looxcie CEO, Romulus Pereira. "Looxcie 2 takes this seamless experience a huge leap forward by giving people the flexibility to wear Looxcie in whatever way is convenient to them so they can catch that killer jump, swing or slam dunk and still share it out over social media in a single click."

Product Details:

Looxcie 2 utilizes a dual processor system for simultaneous video capture and wireless communication.  The Looxcie's video processor software maximizes battery life and optimizes video for viewing, editing and sharing on mobile devices.

Additional Product Features & Specs:

    --  Adjustable fit for comfort
    --  Lightweight: 22g (less than 1 oz.)
    --  Clips stored as MP4 files
    --  Up to 5 or 10 hours of video storage (depending on model)
    --  User selectable video capture in 320p or 480p
    --  Instant clip creation and sharing to Facebook, Twitter, YouTube
    --  Looxcie companion apps for iOS and Android:  LooxcieMoments and
        LooxcieCam
    --  Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR and eSCO for up to 10 meters range
    --  Bluetooth Hands Free Profile 1.5 for telephone calls
    --  365mAh Li Polymer battery for up to 4 hours of continuous video
        recording RoHS compliant manufacturer
    --  DSP noise reduction optimized for enhanced audio

About Looxcie

Looxcie, Inc. is the creator of the first mobile-connected wearable video cam that allows people the freedom to be active participants in the moments they're recording and to share them on the go.  Looxcie videos can be clipped, saved, viewed and instantly shared via the smartphone. Founded in 2008, Looxcie is headquartered in Sunnyvale, CA.

For more information, visit http://www.looxcie.com.

Become a fan on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Looxcie or follow us at http://www.twitter.com/LooxcieCam

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CONTACT: Jennifer Colton, +1-415-420-5516, colton@flashpointpr.com, or Leah Barash, +1-415-551-9618, barash@flashpointpr.com

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

World's Best Pet Containment System Provides Flexibility for Owners, More Room to Roam for Dogs

PetSafe introduces new Wireless Fence system

KNOXVILLE, Tenn., June 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- For 20 years, PetSafe has been offering the best in groundbreaking pet containment solutions. Now, the best just got better: improving on the technology used in the original PetSafe Wireless Fence (PIF-300), PetSafe announces the launch of the Stay + Play Wireless Fence.

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The Stay + Play Wireless Fence provides an adjustable circular boundary up to three-fourths of an acre and includes a rechargeable receiver collar. With no wires to bury, the fence setup is quick and easy.

"Our new Stay + Play Wireless Fence is made with pets - and their owners - in mind," said Randy Boyd, president and CEO of PetSafe. "A wireless fence allows pet parents to let dogs enjoy a yard or designated area knowing that they'll be safely contained. It frees up time for pet parents and frees up space for furry friends to roam, so pets and pet owners can enjoy more freedom and fun."

The small, sleek Transmitter of the Stay + Play Wireless Fence can be placed discreetly within the home. It's lightweight, so owners can easily take it along on vacation, to a second home or even camping in an RV.

Made for pets five pounds and up with neck sizes as small as six inches, the waterproof Receiver Collar offers five levels of static correction plus a tone-only mode. It's also slim, light and customizable. Just add any non-metallic, three-quarter-inch wide collar strap to the Receiver to show off each pet's unique personality.

It only takes two to three hours for the quick-charge rechargeable battery to fully charge, saving time and money. The Stay + Play Wireless Fence also comes with 50 boundary flags to help train dogs to the system in as little as two weeks.

Best of all, the Stay + Play system is compatible with the original PetSafe Wireless Containment System.  Owners can expand their current wireless coverage with the new transmitter or take advantage of the lightweight, rechargeable receiver collar and mix-and-match easily.

As the makers of products including do-it-yourself containment systems, bark and training units, pet doors, feeding/water systems and pet beds, PetSafe is committed to delivering products to help pets and owners live in harmony.

For more information about PetSafe and its products, visit http://www.petsafe.net.

About PetSafe®

Headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, PetSafe leads the industry in the development of innovative pet behavior, containment, lifestyle product solutions and services. Visit:www.petsafe.net.

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PetSafe

CONTACT: Lauren Christ, Moxley Carmichael, +1-865-544-0088

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

IceWEB 6000 Unified Storage Platform Selected for New Cloud Computing Network

Newest Channel Partner Deploying Clustered IceWEB 6000 into Citrix XenServer Virtualized Cloud Environment

STERLING, Va., June 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- IceWEB, Inc.(TM) (OTCBB: IWEB), http://www.IceWEB.com, a leading provider of Unified Data Storage and building blocks for cloud storage networks, announced today that it has received its inaugural order for the new 6000 series from Promark Technology, for sale to a channel partner that will be deploying the IceWEB system into a virtualized, cloud server infrastructure.

"The combination of IceWEB's Unified Storage in a cloud-based Citrix XenServer virtual infrastructure is the ideal solution for a new cloud provider looking to save large upfront costs without sacrificing performance for enterprise minded customers," stated, Tim McNamee, Director of Federal Channels of IceWEB.

"By consolidating servers and storage and lowering power and cooling expenses inside the data center, the channel partner can spend more capital on delivering a robust and secure suite of applications. Utilizing IceWEB's powerful 128 bit file system, the customer can allocate space resources to scale flexibly without any of the hassles associated with traditional Information Technology expansion," concluded McNamee.

IceWEB has been at the forefront of the cloud computing movement and that is why the Company's unified approach to storing, managing and indexing structured and unstructured data in the cloud make it the ideal choice for partners looking for a simple and affordable way to launch a cloud service. The initial investment will be between $60,000 and $100,000 depending on the cost to encrypt and deploy applications and will be offered exclusively through Promark Technology.

About IceWEB and Promark Technology

IceWEB, Inc., with headquarters just outside of Washington, D.C. manufactures and markets data storage products. For more information, please visit http://www.iceweb.com.

Promark Technology's core technology focus is distributing data storage and electronic document imaging products and solutions through a two-tier distribution channel selling to value added resellers (VARs) and system integrators. For more information, please visit http://www.promarktech.com.

This press release may contain forward-looking statements, which are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. In some cases you can identify those so-called "forward looking statements" by words such as "may," "will," "should," "expects," "plans," "targets," "believes," "anticipates," "estimates," "predicts," "potential," or "continue" or the negative of those words and other comparable words. These forward looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, product tests, commercialization risks, availability of financing and results of financing efforts that could cause actual results to differ materially from historical results or those anticipated. Further information regarding these and other risks is described from time to time in the Company's filings with the SEC, which are available on its website at: http://www.sec.gov. We assume no obligation to update or alter our forward-looking statements made in this release or in any periodic report filed by us under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or any other document, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as otherwise required by applicable federal securities laws.

Contact:
IceWEB, Inc.
Investor Relations, 571.287.2400
investor@iceweb.com
or
Stephen D. Axelrod, CFA, 212.370.4500
steve@wolfeaxelrod.com
Wolfe Axelrod Weinberger Associates, LLC.

SOURCE  IceWEB, Inc.

IceWEB, Inc.

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

STMicroelectronics' Newest Motion-Sensing Module Packs Five Degrees of Freedom

Gyro-accelerometer combo chip adds precision and reliability to motion-sensing applications

GENEVA, June 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM), a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications and the leading supplier of MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) for consumer and portable applications,(1) today announced a multi-sensor module with five degrees of freedom. The integration of a 3-axis digital accelerometer with a 2-axis digital gyroscope in a single device improves sensing accuracy and reliability at reduced size and cost, opening new possibilities for high-precision motion detection-based applications in mobile phones, navigation systems, game controls and many other portable electronic devices.

ST's newest high-performance motion-sensing module detects acceleration up to 16 g and angular rate up to 2000 dps along the pitch and yaw axes(2). Advanced design of the mechanical sensing structure guarantees outstanding symmetry and resistance against mechanical and thermal stress, delivering best-in-class stability over time and temperature for zero-g offset, zero-rate and sensitivity. The module leverages the same micromachining technology process that ST has successfully applied to more than 1.2 billion motion sensors already sold in the market.

Packing five degrees of freedom in a single device increases system robustness, which together with high thermal and mechanical stability and advanced power management options, makes ST's new multi-sensor module a perfect choice for a wide range of consumer and industrial applications.

These applications include intuitive user interfaces in mobile phones, game consoles, pointers, remotes and other smart consumer devices; dead-reckoning and map-matching in advanced navigation systems; smart power saving and free-fall detection in portable electronics; and vibration monitoring and compensation.

Addressing power constraints in battery-operated portable devices, ST's multi-sensor module includes power-down and sleep modes and an embedded FIFO (first-in first-out) memory block, which removes the need for continuous communication between the sensor module and the host processor. The device can operate with any supply voltage in the range of 2.4 to 3.6V.

ST's LSM320DL multi-sensor module is available now, with unit pricing at $3.50 for volumes in the range of 1000 pieces. This product is intended for high-volume OEMs and ODMs and is not available through distribution. If your company has a high-volume need, please contact your ST sales office.

For further information on ST's complete MEMS portfolio, see http://www.st.com/mems.

About STMicroelectronics

STMicroelectronics is a global leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications with innovative semiconductor solutions. ST aims to be the undisputed leader in multimedia convergence and power applications leveraging its vast array of technologies, design expertise and combination of intellectual property portfolio, strategic partnerships and manufacturing strength. In 2010, the Company's net revenues were $10.35 billion. Further information on ST can be found at http://www.st.com. 

(1) iSuppli: H2 2010 Consumer and Mobile MEMS Market Tracker, January 2011

(2) pitch and yaw are types of angular motion: yaw is rotation around the vertical axis and pitch is the rotation around the side-to-side axis

SOURCE  STMicroelectronics

STMicroelectronics

CONTACT: Michael Markowitz of STMicroelectronics, +1-781-591-0354, michael.markowitz@st.com

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

MBX Adds FIPS-Ready Option to Purpose-Built Hardware Appliances, Expanding Sales Channels for Software Vendors Needing Turnkey Systems

1U & 2U Form Factors Available

WAUCONDA, Ill., June 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- MBX Systems today announced the expansion of its purpose-built hardware appliance manufacturing services to offer platforms designed for Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) 140-2 certification. With the new option, enterprise software vendors can contract with MBX to bundle their applications on customized appliances that provide the cryptographic protections required for sale to U.S. government departments, healthcare organizations, financial institutions and customers in other regulated industries.

Available in 1U and 2U form factors, MBX's new FIPS-ready hardware platforms incorporate hardware components selected to address FIPS requirements for cryptographic modules; special chassis features that conceal sensitive parts of the system and detect attempted tampering; and component lifecycle management services that help reduce the frequency of FIPS recertification.

Appliances are built to each customer's needs in consultation with an MBX compliance engineer and initially delivered in prototype form for FIPS certification. FIPS-specific features include:

    --  Special mechanical assemblies that secure the chassis and plates to
        block unused ports.
    --  Custom-designed venting that blocks sensitive components from sight and
        tampering.
    --  Security screws with a specialized structure and security labeling for
        voiding the certification in the event of tampering.
    --  Tamper-evident warning stickers and foam.
    --  CAD engineering to ensure that the tamper-evident features will not
        cause overheating.

Turnkey Deployment

Like all MBX platforms, the new FIPS-ready systems provide a reliable alternative to delivering applications loaded onto general-purpose servers. MBX-built appliances delivered pre-loaded with the relevant software simplify end user deployment by eliminating the need for software configuration, and also optimize application performance by providing a consistent hardware platform tailored to the software vendor's specifications.

An optional 24x7x365 MBX remote monitoring system called SYZMO (System Zero Fault Monitoring) can be used to protect software applications from hardware-related service interruptions. MBX also offers hardware specification assistance, custom branding, full integration services including software imaging, delivery logistics, a customizable customer portal with real-time data on all aspects of the customer's appliance program, and a variety of other services that relieve software vendors of hardware management responsibilities.

MBX serves customers in more than 40 vertical industries, including archiving, network storage, data and network security, voice over IP, communications and messaging, content management, network monitoring, and spam filtering.

About MBX Systems

Founded in 1995, MBX Systems is a leader in the configuration, manufacturing and deployment of server appliances and optimized systems for application developers and service providers. MBX combines turnkey hardware programs with value-added services delivered through a dedicated account team, including platform configuration, hardware branding, inventory management, global logistics, product support, and system warranties. For more information, visit http://www.mbx.com or call 800-560-1195.

SOURCE  MBX Systems

MBX Systems

CONTACT: Molly Antos, +1-847-415-9327, mantos@sspr.com, for MBX Systems

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

Revolabs Announces Revolabs FLX(TM) Conference Phones

Superior Sound Quality and Innovative Design for Small- to Mid-sized Conference Rooms, Executive Offices and SoHo Environments

BOSTON,June 7, 2011/PRNewswire/ -- Revolabs, Inc., a leading provider of wireless unified communications products for the enterprise, introduces the Revolabs FLX(TM), a wireless conference phone designed specifically for small- to mid-sized conference rooms, executive offices and SoHo environments.  The Revolabs FLX is based on Revolabs' revolutionary wireless audio technology that for years has delivered superior sound quality for audio and video conferencing to large conference rooms and boardrooms. Small office conference calls, executive office communication, and home office communication can now also benefit from that superior wireless audio performance at an affordable price. 

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"The Revolabs FLX redefines the conference speakerphone product category," reports Ira M. Weinstein, senior analyst and partner at Wainhouse Research. "The combination of wireless operation, high quality wide-band audio, 128-bit encryption, integrated Bluetooth®, support for both analog and IP, and a sub-$1,000 price point makes the FLX worthy of consideration by small, medium, and large enterprises."

"We are pleased to be able to offer our superior wireless audio technology to small- and mid-sized conference rooms with our new Revolabs FLX system. All of our FLX microphones and speakers support wide band audio (80 -11000 Hz), delivering natural sounding audio in all environments," said JP Carney, Revolabs chief operating officer. "This is a huge advantage for companies seeking to enhance their unified communications and collaboration strategy."

No longer designed as a single component like yesterday's phones, the wireless Revolabs FLX has evolved the conference phone into several distinct components giving callers unprecedented freedom with respect to placement and accessibility of the speaker, microphones and dial pad. 

With the release of the Revolabs FLX, Revolabs completes their unified communications offering for the entire enterprise.  The xTag solutions offer premier audio for the PC workspace, the Revolabs FLX now provides the solution for the most used conference rooms in a corporation -- the small- and mid-sized conference rooms, and the HD Executive solutions are designed for board rooms and large conference rooms.  Revolabs FLX provides the same form factor, the same look and feel, and the same audio quality across the entire enterprise enhancing communication and collaboration within a corporation.

A variety of Revolabs microphones are available to match the caller's needs including a lapel microphone worn by one person, an omni-directional tabletop microphone that captures the sound of six to ten participants, and a directional tabletop microphone that enables audio capture from two to three people. The Revolabs FLX system replaces the need for two separate desk and conference phones since the dialer works like a telephone for handset calls and is also used to set up conference calls.  Private conversations can be held at any time during a conference call.

In addition to phone conferencing, callers can use the Revolabs FLX as the audio interface with their video conferencing unit, providing the same high performance and freedom for video calls. Revolabs FLX is compatible with all major brands of video conferencing systems.  Callers without Internet access can have their phone calls 'bridged' into the video session at any time with the Revolabs FLX system.

Bluetooth technology integrated into the product provides a single collaboration device no matter which communication channel is used.  The Revolabs FLX lets users connect the speaker and microphones to their Bluetooth enabled cell phone or computer.

The Revolabs FLX is priced at $999 MSRP and sold through major distributors, dealers and resellers.

About Revolabs

Revolabs, Inc. is a leading provider of wireless unified communications products for the enterprise from boardroom to desktop.  The company manufactures wireless audio systems used throughout the world and across a wide range of applications including conferencing, recording, podcasting, webcasting, and broadcasting. The Revolabs HD Wireless Microphone Systems and the Revolabs FLX, provide superior audio performance for video- and audio- conference calls, recording, broadcasting, public address systems, and other collaboration applications. All of the Revolabs products facilitate natural mobility by allowing participants to move about a workspace with no wires to worry about. The Revolabs Microphones which are available in wearable, tabletop, XLR adapter and Countryman adapter form-factors, are wireless, secure (encrypted), rechargeable (environmentally friendly), flexible, and GSM-impervious. The company is headquartered in Sudbury, Mass., USA, and can be reached at 1.800.326.1088 or on the web at http://www.revolabs.com .

Revolabs, FLX, and HD Wireless Microphones are a trademark of Revolabs, Inc. or its affiliates in the United States and/or other countries. All other company names or product names may be the trademarks of their respective owners.

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Revolabs, Inc.

CONTACT: Alyson Savelle, +1-978-610-4010, asavelle@revolabs.com

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

Are Daily Deals Next for Medical Industry by PulseOximetersPlus.com

ROCKVILLE, Md., June 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- E-commerce is an ever changing industry. Only ten years ago there were many critics that said online shopping will not take over traditional shopping. Now we all know that prediction did not hold true. Over the past few years, the e-commerce industry has taken another drastic turn. We have entered the new discount age. Nowadays, there are plenty of daily deal sites since the success stories for Groupon and LivingSocial fill the online headlines. Daily deal sites have altered the way people discover businesses in a city. We are now seeing the next phase in the daily deal craze with niche sites and other languages, like http://www.ofertaslocal.com and major corporations like Univision beta testing the daily deal model.

The notion of impulse buying has created a way to drive buyers. Once an offer is made, they are sold within a timeframe of 24 hours as discounts starts at up to 50% or more off. With online marketing becoming a major part of online and offline companies, daily deals site have created another affordable way to capture new clients. Google has shown interest in the industry as well by offering to buy Groupon several months ago without success.

The idea of daily deal coupons and discounts first started for services to be provided but we now see more industries testing out its success. Service based businesses have seen great success, since these services have little or no overhead. These discount websites have now brokered deals for restaurants and even products. The medical device industry is currently beta testing some deals with these websites. Pulse Oximeters Plus, a Rockville, MD, based company is working on a beta website which specializes in discounts for the medical industry, with special focus on a pulse oximeter. A pulse oximeter, also known as a pulse ox, is a medical device used to measure the blood oxygen saturation and pulse rate of individuals. An oximeter has grown in popularity over the past ten years, and more and more individuals have purchased one for home use. The beta website is based on home care medical products, with the fingertip pulse oximeter as the featured product. 

About Us:

Pulse Oximeters Plus is your leading source for all pulse oximetry needs.  For more information, visit us at http://www.PulseOximetersPlus.com.

Media Contact: Jack Rogers, 888-400-6505

SOURCE  Pulse Oximeters Plus

Pulse Oximeters Plus

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

California's San Ramon Valley Fire Protection DistrictHonored with VITATM Wireless Samaritan Award

WASHINGTON, June 7, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District of San Ramon, California was recognized with a VITA(TM) Wireless Samaritan Award at the 17(th) Annual Achievement Awards dinner held by The Wireless Foundation and CTIA-The Wireless Association® on Monday, June 6. The District employees received the award for developing an innovative application (app) that alerts first aid trained citizens to emergencies that are nearby.

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When San Ramon Fire Chief Richard Price was having lunch with his fire department colleagues, he was surprised to see a fire truck and emergency personnel responding to an emergency nearby. Even though he and his team were trained in first aid, they were unaware of a medical emergency taking place next door. This led Chief Price and his department to develop an innovative free app, "Fire Department," to alert first aid trained citizens to emergencies that are nearby. Due to the tremendous interest in the app, the San Ramon Fire Department is establishing a foundation to assist other fire departments around the world to create similar apps using open source software. 

"I commend Chief Price and the San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District for their ingenuity in creating a lifesaving app that can be replicated around the world. They exemplify the VITA Wireless Samaritan Award and I am pleased to recognize them for their 'Fire Department' app," said Steve Largent, president of The Wireless Foundation and president and CEO of CTIA-The Wireless Association.

The awards are presented annually to recognize Americans who used wireless technology to save lives, stop crime and help in other emergency situations. Recipients are the epitome of good Samaritans who put safety first and use wireless to help those in need. With more than 300,000 wireless phone calls made to 911 every day, the awards also reinforce the crucial role wireless technology plays in emergencies.

Thanks to their new app to save lives, the San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District was selected by a panel of law enforcement and emergency response representatives. There were nine VITA Wireless Samaritan Award recipients from across the nation.

The Wireless Foundation is a non-profit organization that was formed by member companies of CTIA-The Wireless Association® in 1991.

The Foundation oversees a number of programs designed to put wireless technology to work addressing the challenges of society.

http://www.wirelessfoundation.org

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The Wireless Foundation

CONTACT: Amy Storey, +1-202-736-3207

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

Verizon Foundation Offers Georgia Nonprofits $100,000 in Domestic Violence Prevention Grants

ATLANTA, June 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The Verizon Foundation is inviting Georgia nonprofit organizations to apply for $100,000 in grants to support the organizations' domestic violence awareness and prevention efforts.

The organizations can apply by responding to a request for proposal that will support numerous groups with grants ranging from $5,000 and $20,000.

Initiatives may include, but are not limited to:

    --  Proposals focusing on domestic violence prevention among teenagers and
        young adults.
    --  Programs educating teenagers about healthy relationships and dating
        violence prevention.
    --  Programs educating young men about how not to be a perpetrator of
        domestic or sexual violence, or both.
    --  Programs utilizing technology and social media to prevent domestic
        violence and increase education among teens.

"We are looking to support Georgia nonprofits engaged in helping to break the cycle of domestic violence," said Jeff Mango, president, Georgia/Alabama region, Verizon Wireless. "Domestic violence impacts more than just the victims and their families. It affects society as a whole, and the sooner young adults start learning about this issue, the better. Our goal is to help prevent domestic violence by lending financial support to outstanding organizations in Georgia that are working valiantly for this cause."

To be eligible, a grant applicant must be a nonprofit 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization in Georgia. All grant applications must be submitted through the Verizon Foundation's website, http://www.verizonfoundation.org/apply, using invitation code "GATeenDate."  Additional information regarding grant guidelines and frequently asked questions can be found at the foundation's website. The deadline for submitting proposals is Aug. 19 at 11:59 p.m.   Verizon will notify recipients of grant decisions by Sept. 30.

Verizon has a long history of supporting survivors of domestic violence and aiding in its prevention. The HopeLine® program from Verizon collects no-longer-used wireless phones, batteries and accessories in any condition from any wireless service provider. Verizon Wireless then provides wireless phones and airtime to nonprofit organizations for use by domestic violence survivors and cash grants to local shelters and nonprofit organizations that focus on prevention, awareness and advocacy.

Since its inception, HopeLine has collected more than 8 million phones and provided $10 million in grants. Phones that cannot be refurbished are recycled in an environmentally sound way under a zero-landfill policy.

In addition, in the past four years, the Verizon Foundation has awarded more than $21 million to nonprofit organizations that assist domestic violence survivors.

The Verizon Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Verizon, uses its technology, financial resources and partnerships to address critical social issues, with a focus on education and domestic violence prevention. In 2010, the foundation awarded nearly $67 million to nonprofit agencies in the U.S. and abroad. Through Verizon Volunteers, one of the nation's largest employee volunteer programs, Verizon employees and retirees have volunteered nearly 6 million hours of community service since 2000. For more information on the foundation, visit http://www.verizonfoundation.org.

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ), headquartered in New York, is a global leader in delivering broadband and other wireless and wireline communications services to mass market, business, government and wholesale customers.  Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, with more than 104 million total connections nationwide.  Verizon also provides converged communications, information and entertainment services over America's most advanced fiber-optic network, and delivers seamless business solutions to customers around the world.  A Dow 30 company, Verizon employs a diverse workforce of more than 196,000 and last year generated consolidated revenues of $106.6 billion.  For more information, visit http://www.verizon.com.

VERIZON'S ONLINE NEWS CENTER: Verizon news releases, executive speeches and biographies, media contacts, high-quality video and images, and other information are available at Verizon's News Center on the World Wide Web at http://www.verizon.com/news.  To receive news releases by e-mail, visit the News Center and register for customized automatic delivery of Verizon news releases.

SOURCE  Verizon Foundation

Verizon Foundation

CONTACT: Kate Jay, +1-678-339-4828, kate.jay@verizonwireless.com

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

Academy Sports + Outdoors Becomes a Multi-Channel Retailer with the Launch of its eCommerce Website

Add to Cart Sweepstakes features grand prize of meet and greet with Danica Patrick

HOUSTON, June 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Academy Sports + Outdoors (d/b/a Academy) is excited to announce the launch of its online shopping - academy.com.

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"Our customers have been asking for it, and we're thrilled to give them the opportunity to shop our great selection of quality products online," says Rodney Faldyn, Academy Sports + Outdoors President. "By making our product available online, we're able to reach so many new customers while giving our existing ones a chance to become even more familiar with Academy."

Starting today, Academy is launching a comprehensive multi-media marketing campaign featuring Danica Patrick and incorporating academy.com, social media networks, Academy stores and promotional events. To view the commercial featuring Danica Patrick, go to youtube.com/academydotcom.

"I love being a customer and a partner of Academy Sports + Outdoors," says Patrick. "I am excited that I can now get on my laptop, go to academy.com, and purchase great products from home or on the road."

From June 1 - July 6, customers will have the opportunity to win their very own meet and greet with Danica or a $3,000 shopping spree through an interactive avatar game. Customers can logon to academy.com/addtocart to get in on all of the fun and excitement.

The website features an inventory of 100,000 items available, and customers can purchase any of these products with just a couple of clicks.

About Academy Sports + Outdoors

Academy Sports + Outdoors is a premier sports, outdoor and lifestyle retailer with a broad assortment of quality hunting, fishing and camping equipment and gear along with sports and leisure products, footwear, apparel and much more. The Texas-based company operates 131 stores throughout Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee and Texas. The Academy Sports + Outdoors philosophy is to deliver an unparalleled shopping experience by providing convenience, offering a broad selection of quality products, delivering exceptional customer service and selling the right stuff at every day low prices. For more information about Academy Sports + Outdoors visit academy.com, facebook.com/academysportsandoutdoors, twitter.com/academydotcom and youtube.com/academydotcom.

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CONTACT: Elise Hasbrook, Sr. Communications Mgr. of Academy Sports + Outdoors, +1-281-944-6041, Mobile: +1-281-253-8200, Elise.Hasbrook@academy.com

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

Toshiba Expands GaN HEMT Product Family with Power Amplifier for Extended Ku-Band Satcom Applications

High Power, High Gain Devices Include Toshiba's GaN Amplifier for Satcom to Support VSAT

BALTIMORE, Md., June 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- 2011 INTERNATIONAL MICROWAVE SYMPOSIUM, BALTIMORE, Booth #2306 - This week at the 2011 IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium, Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc. (TAEC*) and its parent company, Toshiba Corp., announced the TGI1314-25L, a gallium nitride (GaN) semiconductor High Electron Mobility Transistor (HEMT), the latest addition to its power amplifier product family.  Toshiba is located in booth #2306 at 2011 IMS which is being held in Baltimore, Maryland from June 7 through 9.

The TGI1314-25L, Toshiba's new GaN HEMT for Ku-band satellite communication application, operates in the 13.75GHz(1) to 14.5GHz range with output power of 25W.  The device features output power of 44.0dBm (typ.) with 39dBm input power, linear gain of 8.0dB (typ.) and drain current of 2.5 Amps (typ.). The new product is targeted to Satcom applications including very small aperture terminals (VSAT).

"The expansion of Toshiba's GaN power amplifier family brings higher gain and very efficient features to microwave designers, which reduce heat sink requirements and enable smaller terminals and converters with a full GaN HEMT line-up that includes drivers," said Homayoun Ghani, business development manager, Microwave, Logic, and Small Signal Devices, TAEC Discrete Business Unit.  "Since Toshiba released its 50W Ku-band product a few years ago, many customers have requested a full line-up of GaN HEMTs, which will simplify the power supply design of Solid-State Power Amplifiers (SSPA) and block up converters (BUC). In addition, small output power applications, such as VSAT, can benefit from GaN HEMTs, making fan-less or very small equipment possible."

In 2009, Toshiba announced the addition of the Extended Ku-band TGI1314-50L to its GaN power amplifier family, which operates in the 13.75GHz to 14.5GHz range for Satcom to support SSPA applications. The TGI1314-50L is now in mass production.

    Technical Specifications
    Product Characteristics            TGI1314-25L
    Frequency                        13.75 - 14.5GHz
    Output Power, Pout(typ.)       44.0dBm@Pin9.0dBm
    Linear Gain, GL(typ.)                 8.0dB
    3rd Order Intermodulation
     Distortion(min.)           -25dBc@Po7.0dBm S.C.L.
    Drain Current, VDS/
     IDS(typ.)                          +24V/2.5A
    Efficiency                                        29%
    Package                             7- AA07A
    -------                             --------

Samples and Availability

Samples of the TGI1314-25L will be available in the third quarter 2011, with mass production scheduled for the fourth quarter 2011. For availability of samples, please contact your Toshiba representative.

Toshiba Microwave Product Overview

Toshiba is a leading supplier of high-performance gallium nitride (GaN) and gallium arsenide (GaAs) microwave devices that operate in S, C, X, Ku and Ka frequency bands. The company's high-power products are used in a wide variety of wireless applications, such as Satcom (SSPA/BUC/VSAT), microwave link (PTP, PTMP), RADAR, medical equipment, and other industrial applications.

About Toshiba Corp. and TAEC

Through proven commitment, lasting relationships and advanced, reliable electronic components, Toshiba enables its customers to create market-leading designs.  Toshiba is the heartbeat within product breakthroughs from OEMs, ODMs, CMs, distributors and fabless chip companies worldwide.  A committed electronic components leader, Toshiba designs and manufactures high-quality flash memory-based storage solutions, discrete devices, displays, advanced materials, medical tubes, custom SoCs/ASICs, digital multimedia and imaging products, microcontrollers and wireless components that make possible today's leading cell phones, MP3 players, cameras, medical devices, automotive electronics and more.

Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc.    is an independent operating company owned by Toshiba America, Inc., a subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation, Japan's largest semiconductor manufacturer and the world's third largest semiconductor manufacturer (Gartner, 2010 WW Semiconductor Revenue, Jan. 2011). Toshiba was founded in 1875, and today operates a global network of more than 740 companies, with 204,000 employees worldwide and annual sales surpassing $77 billion.

For additional company and product information, please visit http://www.toshiba.com/taec/.

(1) For purposes of measuring frequency in this context, one Gigahertz (GHz) = 1,000,000,000 cycles per second.

Information in this press release, including product pricing and specifications, content of services and contact information, is current and believed to be accurate on the date of the announcement, but is subject to change without prior notice. Technical and application information contained here is subject to the most recent applicable Toshiba product specifications. In developing designs, please ensure that Toshiba products are used within specified operating ranges as set forth in the most recent Toshiba product specifications and the information set forth in Toshiba's "Handling Guide for Semiconductor Devices," or "Toshiba Semiconductor Reliability Handbook." This information is available at http://www.chips.toshiba.com, or from your TAEC representative.

Editor's Note:  Images available for download from: http://www.toshiba.com/taec/news/press_releases/2011/mwrf_11_612.jsp

    AGENCY CONTACT:
    Dena Jacobson
    Lages & Associates
    Tel.: (949) 453-8080
    dena@lages.com

SOURCE  Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc.

Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc.

CONTACT: Rebecca Bueno of Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc., +1-949-623-3099, rebecca.bueno@taec.toshiba.com

Web Site: http://www.toshiba.com/taec

dreamGEAR® Launches TriMount at E3: First-of-Its-Kind Organizer for Interactive Game Systems

New All-in-One Mount for Xbox 360® Kinect(TM) Sensor, PlayStation® Eye and Nintendo Wii(TM) Sensor Bar Keeps Gaming Rooms and Entertainment Systems Uncluttered

TORRANCE, Calif., June 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- dreamGEAR®, a leading provider of high-quality video game accessories and its i.Sound® brand of speakers and power accessories for iPod®, iPhone®, iPad® and MP3 players, announces the launch of TriMount(TM) -- the first-ever product capable of holding the Xbox 360® Kinect(TM) Sensor, PlayStation® Eye and Nintendo Wii(TM) Sensor Bar simultaneously. Strengthening dreamGEAR's popular line of gaming accessories, TriMount debuts at the 2011 Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) in Los Angeles June 7-9, 2011.

TriMount(TM) is the only product designed to hold all three sensors at the same time, firmly and securely on top of a flat panel TV or wall. TriMount(TM) is adjustable to easily fit most flat-panel TVs. Users also receive an optional mount to attach it directly to the wall. 

"dreamGEAR developed the TriMount(TM) for the gamer who enjoys playing interactive games across multiple platforms and for families who play on different consoles," said dreamGEAR co-founder Richard Weston. "We are excited to offer TriMount to help reduce the clutter that comes from using multiple video game systems."

Padded with foam to protect both your TV and the device sensors, the patent-pending TriMount(TM) is perfect for gamers and families who have more than one of these popular gaming systems.

TriMount(TM) ($29.99) will be available at retailers nationwide and on http://www.dreamGEAR.net beginning August 2011. 

dreamGEAR will showcase its complete line of high-quality video game accessories at the 2011 E3, booth 5312 in the West Exhibit Hall at the Los Angeles Convention Center.

About dreamGEAR®

dreamGEAR is one of the fastest growing video game accessory companies in the United States, and, under its iSound® brand, a leading  provider of a wide range of high quality portable speakers and accessories for all iPod®, iPhone, and iPad models, PSP(TM) and Zune(TM).  dreamGEAR's founders bring together over 50 years of entertainment and gaming technology experience and are dedicated to providing the latest in design, performance and quality.  Fueled by a passion for innovation and a desire to meet the needs of its valued customers, dreamGEAR offers high quality affordable accessories across all video game and Apple® platforms.  For more information, please visit http://www.dreamGEAR.net or http://www.iSound.net.

SOURCE  dreamGEAR

dreamGEAR

CONTACT: Huma Gruaz, +1-312-245-9805, Ext. 101, Huma@alpaytac.com, or Caroline Sherman, +1-312-245-9805, Ext. 110, Caroline@alpaytac.com

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

MTS Award-Winning Telecom Expense Management Solution Releases Newest Version

MTS TEM Suite Version 2.0 Offers a Comprehensive TEM Solution

RA'ANANA, Israel, June 7, 2011/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --     MTS - Mer Telemanagement Solutions Ltd. (Nasdaq Capital Market: MTSL), a
global provider of enterprise Telecom Expense Management (TEM) and Customer
Care and Billing (CC&B) solutions for telecom providers today announced the
release of version 2.0 of its award-winning TEM Suite platform.

    Building upon the company's AnchorPoint and Application Suite TEM
platforms, TEM Suite version 1.0 recently won a 2010 INTERNET TELEPHONY
Product of the Year Award in February of 2011. Version 2.0 adds to that
platform's success with its expanded capabilities and ease of use.

    "We continue to see a growing demand from the market, our customers, and
our partners for a single, intuitive TEM solution to manage an enterprise's
wireline, mobility, and internal chargeback processes," said Bruce Sass, Vice
President of North American Sales for MTS. "TEM Suite provides our customers
with the operational controls and 360 degree visibility into their global
communications environment, all within the intuitive TEM Suite application."

    TEM Suite provides enterprises a single platform to support their telecom
expense management activities across the entire wireline and wireless TEM
lifecycle, including: procurement, help desk, asset management, invoice
auditing, invoice management and payment, dispute management, optimization,
bill presentment, contract negotiation and management, mobile management,
cable management, allocation and chargeback, and full lifecycle reporting and
dashboards.

    In a managed services or BPO deployment, TEM Suite offers customers the
flexibility to outsource as little or as many of their telecom expense
management processes as they want. The platform's modular design allows
enterprises to outsource the entire TEM lifecycle, or outsource selective
processes such as the labor intensive processes of invoice processing,
dispute management, help desk, or vendor payment.

    The MTS TEM Suite platform enables customers to intelligently manage,
plan, optimize, and reduce their global communications and wireless expenses.
MTS customer engagements begin with Map-to-WinSM, the company's strategic
consulting approach. Map-to-WinSM enables organizations to effectively align
their business goals with their people, process and technology investments,
to assure the success of their telecom expense management initiatives.

    About MTS

    Mer Telemanagement Solutions Ltd. (MTS) is a worldwide provider of
innovative solutions for comprehensive telecommunications expense management
(TEM) used by enterprises, and for business support systems (BSS) used by
information and telecommunication service providers.

    Since 1984, MTS's telecommunications expense management solutions have
been used by thousands of enterprises and organizations to ensure that their
telecommunication services are acquired, provisioned, and invoiced correctly.
In addition, MTS solutions have provided customers with a complete view of
telecommunication expenses, usage, proactive budget control, personal call
management, and employee cost awareness while enabling enterprises to gain
visibility and control of strategic assets that drive key business processes
and crucial competitive advantage. The MTS software, consulting and managed
services solutions provide professionals at every level of the organization
with rapid access to concise, actionable data.

    MTS's solutions for Information and Telecommunication Service Providers
are used worldwide by wireless and wireline service providers for
interconnect billing, partner revenue management and for charging and
invoicing their customers. MTS has pre-configured solutions to support
emerging carriers of focused solutions (IPTV, VoIP, WiMAX, MVNO) to rapidly
install a full-featured and scalable solution.

    Headquartered in Israel, MTS markets its solutions through wholly owned
subsidiaries in the United States, Hong Kong, The Netherlands, and Brazil, as
well as through OEM partnerships with Siemens, Philips, NEC and other
vendors. MTS shares are traded on the NASDAQ Capital Market (symbol MTSL).
For more information please visit the MTS web site: http://www.mtsint.com.

    Certain matters discussed in this news release are forward-looking
statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties including, but
not limited to, risks in product development plans and schedules, rapid
technological change, changes and delays in product approval and
introduction, customer acceptance of new products, the impact of competitive
products and pricing, market acceptance, the lengthy sales cycle, proprietary
rights of the Company and its competitors, risk of operations in Israel,
government regulations, dependence on third parties to manufacture products,
general economic conditions and other risk factors detailed in the Company's
filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission.

   
    MTS Contact:
    John Venditti
    VP Marketing
    +1-508-628-4549
    john.venditti@mtsint.com

Source: MTS-MER Telemanagement Solutions Ltd

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ClearOne Announces Its First HDMI/DVI Connectivity Solutions for VIEW(TM) IP-Based A/V Distribution and Control System

SALT LAKE CITY, June 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Adding essential components to the VIEW(TM) brand IP-based audio/video distribution and control system, ClearOne (NASDAQ: CLRO) today announced its first IP interfaces for encoding and decoding displays and A/V components deploying HDMI and DVI interfaces. Employing ClearOne's StreamNet(TM) technology for distributing, controlling and synchronizing HD video and audio content over fully IP-based networks, the new VIEW MLAV9500 Digital AV Encoder, and VIEW VL9300 Digital AV Decoder allow installers to design A/V and signage networks with a virtually unlimited number of digital sources and displays.

"These are the fundamental components which make ClearOne VIEW a total solution for distributing and controlling HD A/V content over an Internet protocol network in any commercial or enterprise setting," said Michael Braithwaite, Chief Strategy Officer. "The new devices support 1080p and are HDCP compliant. These new products will expand the market opportunity for ClearOne's StreamNet technology."

Using an MLAV9500 encoder with each digital source component, such as a Blu-ray player, satellite receiver, cable box or DVR makes the source available anywhere on the StreamNet network. The VIEW VL9300 decoder allows any digital display or A/V component to access content on the StreamNet network, even if it uses a different signal format than the source. For example, a Blu-ray player connected via HDMI to the MLAV9500 could provide the video signal to a monitor that is connected to the VL9300 via DVI. 

"With VIEW, you can use almost any source signal type and distribute it to any number of displays with HDMI, or almost any type of signal input," Braithwaite said. "We can also take an IP video source and output the content to an HDMI display or to multiple displays with different types of inputs."

For hardware simplicity and to avoid any compatibility issues with different HDMI standards, both the MLAV9500 and VL9300 use the DVI connector for DVI, DVI-D and HDMI devices. ClearOne also provides a DVI-to-HDMI dongle for connecting the new VIEW components to an HDMI source or playback device.

The new components can be rack- or wall-mounted, and the VL9300 decoder also attaches directly to any HDTV or monitor with an industry-standard VESA mount. In addition to its DVI connector and network interface, the VL9300 provides analog audio output, and input/output connectors for infrared, RS-232 and GPIO applications.

The VL9300 has an MSRP of $1,799 and will be available late June. The MLAV9500 has an MSRP of $2,999 and will be available late August.

ClearOne will demonstrate the new MLAV9500 and VL9300 next week at InfoComm 2011 in Orlando, Florida, booth #1563.

About ClearOne

ClearOne is a global communications solutions company that develops and sells conferencing, collaboration, streaming media and connectivity systems for audio, video, and web applications. The reliability, flexibility and performance of the company's advanced comprehensive solutions enhance the quality of life through better communication, education and entertainment.

ClearOne develops, manufactures, markets and services a comprehensive line of high-quality audio conferencing products under personal, tabletop, premium and professional categories. The company occupies the number one position in the professional audio conferencing market. ClearOne's conferencing solutions save organizations time and money by creating a natural environment for collaboration.

NetStreams, recently acquired by ClearOne, delivers the ultimate IP A/V experience by distributing high definition audio and video over TCP/IP networks. NetStreams' products, designed for commercial and residential use, offer unprecedented levels of performance, functionality, simplicity, reliability and expandability. By combining audio/video content, meta-data and control signals into one stream, NetStreams' newly patented StreamNet(TM) solutions are a smart investment, enabling the Power of AV over IP(TM) - today.

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Contact:
Jeff LeFevre
Investor Relations
801-303-3438
jeff.lefevre@clearone.com

SOURCE  ClearOne

ClearOne

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

Futurestate IT introduces AppRx(TM) and announces an agreement with App-DNA to provide Application Compatibility in the Cloud

Futurestate IT launches AppRx automated Cloud-based Application Currency Management(TM) Platform with integrated AppTitude technology from App-DNA

CLOUDEXPO, New York City, June 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ - Futurestate IT, provider of the first and only automated Cloud-based IT Currency
Management(TM) Platform today announced the general availability of its AppRx Application Currency Management (ACM)(TM) platform to assess, plan and
execute migration of applications for Windows 7 or Server 2008 as well
as determine if/how applications can be virtualized.  Futurestate IT
also announces an agreement with App-DNA Inc., the global leader in
Application Intelligence(TM), where App-DNA's main product AppTitude is
integrated with Futurestate IT AppRx Application Currency Management (ACM)(TM) solution.

Companies are continuously struggling to keep their IT applications
current with each new OS and software platform release.  As an example,
Gartner estimate that over 250 million PCs will migrate to Windows 7
over the next few years since Microsoft announced the end of Windows XP
support in 2014.  In order to migrate to the new OS, companies must
first determine if, and how, their applications will work on the new
platform. Currently this process is done completely manually via
professional services or with the assistance of software such as
App-DNA by internal staff or external consultants.

Futurestate IT created the first cloud-based platform to solve the daunting challenges of assessing, planning and
migrating application to the latest operating system available.  It
enables customers of all sizes to dramatically accelerate their
application migration projects (Windows 7, Windows Server 2008, App-V
and XenApp) while greatly lowering their costs and risks.  Unlike pure
services or software assisted approaches, AppRx allows for up to 5x faster deployment, offers a pay per use model that
enables up to 90% lower TCO and significantly lower risks associated
with application migration.

AppRx currently supports Windows 7, Windows Server 2008, Microsoft App-V and
Citrix XenApp.  AppRx also provides centralized and streamlined application currency
management for ongoing business as usual (BAU) changes to the IT
environment such as service packs, security updates and software
upgrades.

"After many years servicing customers purely via professional services,
I'm glad to now offer customer and partners a cloud-based tool to
accelerate their application migration projects and significantly
reduce their cost" said Alex Topitsch, Founder and CEO at Futurestate
IT, Inc. "AppRx is a major milestone to assess, plan, migrate and
sustain application currency in organizations and we are excited to
accomplish this with App-DNA, the global leader in Application
Intelligence".

Futurestate IT AppRx is primarily offered via reseller and system integrator and is priced
based on an annual subscription fee per application, per platform. 
Free trials are available.

Benefits of a cloud-based offering includes:

        --  Easy to try
      o No pre-sales, professional services, training, hardware,
        installation
      o Simply upload application install file and explore the results in a
        matter of minutes
      o Free trial available (limited applications, 30 days access)
        --  Easy to buy
      o On-demand purchase model - easy to buy and try (POC)
      o Buy licenses as required - align with phased rollout schedule
      o Assign costs / budget to lines of business / application owners
        --  Easy to adopt & use
      o No need to set up a physical centre of excellence
      o Access to web portal to all project stakeholders to upload files

Benefits to customers and partners includes:

        --  Up to 5x faster deployment
        --  Pay per use model that provides up to 90% lower TCO
        --  Significantly lower risks associated with application migration

Additional information on Futurestate IT:

        --  Contact  information:
            http://www.futurestateit.com/Contact.aspx
        --  Twitter: @futurestateit
        --  Facebook:
            http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Futurestate-It-Inc/165087626881749
        --  LinkedIn:
            http://www.linkedin.com/company/futurestate-it

About Futurestate IT

Recently selected by IDC as one of 10 Canadian Cloud Companies to Watch,
Futurestate IT offers AppRx, the first and only automated Cloud-based Application Currency
Management Platform(TM) to enable companies to rapidly assess, plan and
execute migration of applications for Windows 7 or Server 2008 as well
as determine if/how applications can be virtualized. As a cloud
solution, AppRx does not require any infrastructure, installation, maintenance or
support and is available on a pay per use model. As a result, it allows
for accelerated deployment while reducing cost and risk. AppRx comes fully integrated with App-DNA AppTitude software to deliver a
proven, best in class application compatibility solution. Futurestate IT is a Microsoft partner primarily offering its AppRx solution via resellers and system integrators.  Futurestate IT is a privately held company headquartered in Toronto, Canada. For more
information, visit http://www.futurestateit.com.

Futurestate IT and AppRx are trademarks of Futurestate IT Inc.

SOURCE  Futurestate IT inc.

Futurestate IT inc.

CONTACT:  Eric Courville
Futurestate IT Inc.
416-488-8355
eric.courville@futurestateit .com

New "Edge of Greatness" Campaign Empowers Men

One Aspiring Artist to Make His Mark on Manhattan; Countless Others to Get an Edge to Fulfill Their Personal Ambitions Courtesy of Edge® Shave Gel

SHELTON, Conn., June 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the makers of Edge® Shave Gel unveiled the "Edge of Greatness" campaign, an initiative to provide men with the edge they need to achieve their personal ambitions.  The campaign kicked off with the unveiling of a 30-by-16-foot wallscape in the heart of New York's SoHo neighborhood, designed by the first-ever artist on the "Edge of Greatness," Pratt Institute art student Anthony Morton.  Upon identifying Morton as an exciting up-and-comer in the art world, Edge donated the wall space to help give him an edge in his future career. 

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The wall, on the corner of Prince and Mulberry Streets in New York City, features an original work of art designed specifically by Morton for the campaign -- the first major public showing of his original designs.  The "Edge of Greatness" wall will remain on display throughout the month of June 2011.  The piece, titled "Create the Life You Live," is a self-portrait of the artist, depicting his own journey toward the "Edge of Greatness," and is intended to inspire others to create and be creative in their daily lives.  Morton draws inspiration from a variety of sources, from New York City streets to even Facebook friends and views about his generation.  The piece also includes symbols of Morton's life literally "on the edge" throughout its design.

"This is such an amazing thing," said Morton. "I'm actually graduating this year, and to have a brand like this give me such a big stage for my work is huge. Getting gallery space is tough, and here I am set up in the middle of SoHo -- next to some of the biggest galleries in the world -- with a wall as my canvas. It's a great opportunity for me."

Morton, a senior at Pratt Institute's School of Art and Design from Newark, New Jersey, began his foray into the art world at just three years old, taking his drawings door-to-door to receive neighbors' critiques.  Inspired by his own mother's love of art, he continued to develop his skills and eventually fell in love with the craft in high school under the mentorship of an art teacher. From airbrushing t-shirts to painting fine art pieces, Morton continued to pursue his personal greatness in the field. Following graduation from Pratt, he hopes to launch a clothing line with his business partner. 

An Edge In Front Of and Away From the Mirror 

Edge officials say that the campaign is part of an overall brand commitment to giving guys an edge in life -- both by offering the best possible morning shave to get ready for the day ahead, and by providing the tools guys need to get ready to fulfill their ambitions.  The "Edge of Greatness" campaign aims to do just this, beginning with the out-of-home media buy donated by the brand to Morton.

"We're the brand that gives guys a little edge in front of the mirror -- we take away the irritation, we help you get a great shave so you can go on to do whatever your getting ready to do," added Jeffrey Wolf, senior brand manager for Edge shave gel at Energizer Personal Care. "With Anthony and this campaign, we're taking that to the next level by giving guys an edge beyond the morning shave."

The program will continue to empower men throughout the year via Twitter, where followers are invited to tweet @EdgeShaveZone with the hashtag #EdgeofGreatness for a chance to have their personal greatness fulfilled.  Rewards may include a new camera for a would-be photographer or rock climbing lessons for someone looking to climb Mt. Everest; whatever the goal, Edge will help them get ready for greatness.  Edge will also provide people inspiration through a dedicated Tumblr page, edgeshave.tumblr.com.  Additionally, a limited number of visitors to the wall itself will receive prizes by checking in on Foursquare between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM on June 7, 2011.

From Coast to Coast, Where to Find Guys on the Edge of Greatness

The "Edge of Greatness" campaign launches on the heels of the brand's first-ever "Cities on the Edge" study, which examined five key areas of greatness, including sports, art, music, culture and cosmopolitan factors, like LEED certifications and population growth, to determine which US cities are poised for greatness.  The study, fielded by Sperling's BestPlaces, found San Francisco (No. 1), Boston (No. 2) and Denver (No. 3) at the top the list, with factors such as budding art scenes and eco-friendly lifestyles propelling these cities to the top.

For more information on the "Edge of Greatness" campaign and the full results of the "Cities on the Edge" study, visit http://www.edgeshave.com or join the conversation on Twitter with @EdgeShaveZone.  Follow Anthony Morton on Twitter @anthonymorton.

About Edge

Edge Shave Gel is committed to making sure men get an edge in all areas of their lives, from avoiding nicks, dryness, redness and irritation in their morning shave to reaching the Edge of Greatness. With six unique formulations specially designed for every shaving need, Edge offers customizable comfort for all skin types.  Edge Shave Gel varieties are available at mass, drug, retail and food outlets nationwide for about $2.79.  Visit http://www.EdgeShave.com for more information.

About Energizer Holdings, Inc.

Energizer Holdings, Inc., headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, is a consumer goods company operating globally in the broad categories of household and personal care products. Energizer's Household Products Division offers consumers the broadest range of portable power solutions, anchored by our universally recognized Energizer® and Eveready® brands. Energizer's Personal Care Division offers a diversified range of consumer products in the wet shave, skin care, feminine care and infant care categories. Our portfolio includes well established brand names such as Schick® and Wilkinson Sword® men's and women's shaving systems and disposables; Edge® and Skintimate® shave preparations; Playtex® tampons, gloves and infant feeding products; Banana Boat® and Hawaiian Tropic® sun care products and Wet Ones® moist wipes.

Media Contacts:
Edelman Public Relations
Blair Garson, 212.704.4494, Blair.Garson@edelman.com
Brandon Williams, 212.704.8216, Brandon.Williams@edelman.com

SOURCE  Energizer Holdings, Inc.

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Energizer Holdings, Inc.

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

Orbitz Celebrates a Decade of Innovation and Launches 10th Anniversary Sale

Up to 30% off thousands of hotels worldwide, free dining certificate, $200 off future travel

CHICAGO, June 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- To jump start its anniversary month and thank its millions of customers, Orbitz is launching a 10th anniversary sale with up to 30% off thousands of hotels worldwide in summer's most popular destinations(1).  In addition, travelers who book a stay of two-nights or more at a participating hotel through June 15th will receive a $200 coupon towards future travel and a $25 dining gift certificate(2).

(Logo:  http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20070813/AQM125LOGO)

For more details about the anniversary sale and to find a great deal on your next vacation visit http://www.orbitz.com/sales.

A Decade of Innovation

Since its launch in June 2001, Orbitz (http://www.orbitz.com) has played a central role in revolutionizing the way consumers plan and purchase travel, helping customers book tens of millions of trips to destinations all around the world. Key innovations include the Orbitz Matrix Display and Orbitz Price Assurance.

The Orbitz Matrix Display transformed the process of comparing flights, car and vacation packages.  For example the Orbitz Vacation Package Matrix Display allows consumers to make more knowledgeable decisions when booking vacation packages.  With just one click, customers know all their flight and hotel package options, and what they can save by booking them together.

The Orbitz Price Assurance program gives travelers confidence that they have the lowest Orbitz price on their flight or hotel. Since the launch of Price Assurance in 2008, Orbitz customers have received automatic Price Assurance refund checks for over $9MM.  Orbitz has also led the industry with traveler firsts including flight delay notifications via SMS, and through its green travel initiatives.

"Orbitz burst onto the scene in 2001 and rapidly earned a reputation as the best place to book air travel.  Since then we've diversified our focus to become one of the world's leading online travel companies, offering consumers outstanding deals on hotels, flights, car rentals, cruises and vacation packages," said Barney Harford, CEO of Orbitz Worldwide.  "I'd like to thank our customers for their business and loyalty over the past 10 years. We've come a long way since our launch in 2001, but there is still so much opportunity to use technology to improve the travel planning process, we're fired up by the chance to deliver meaningful innovation to our customers."

Orbitz Milestones

2001

    --  Orbitz.com debuts with groundbreaking Flight Matrix Display, a new
        technology that shows travelers all of their flight options at a glance,
        making it faster and easier for consumers to search and book flights.
    --  First online travel company to send proactive Care Alerts (formerly
        OrbitzTLC alerts) informing customers of flight departure delay, gate
        change or cancellation via email or phone.
    --  Orbitz becomes the only online travel company to build an in-house,
        onsite Customer Care Center staffed by former air traffic controllers,
        travel agents, weather specialists and journalists.

2002

    --  Able to search 94 date combinations in one click, Flex Search becomes
        the most powerful fare search tool.

2003

    --  Breakthrough Matrix Display(TM) technology is expanded beyond flights
        and now shows travelers all their hotel and package choices at a glance.

2006

    --  Care Alerts now inform up to 6 of the traveler's friends, family members
        or business colleagues of flight arrivals as well as departure delays.
    --  Mobile functionality debuts that allows travelers to check trip details
        and flight status anytime, anywhere on their phones.

2007

    --  Orbitz sends 1,000,000th Care Alert.

2008

    --  Orbitz announces Flight Price Assurance, and becomes the first travel
        company to automatically refund travelers when cheaper fares are booked.
        If customers book any flight on Orbitz, and another Orbitz customer
        subsequently books the same flight at a lower rate, Orbitz automatically
        sends a check for the difference.
    --  Orbitz becomes first online travel company to recognize ENERGY STAR
        hotels, helping travelers across the country book green travel options.

2009

    --  Orbitz launches Hotel Price Assurance, an industry-leading innovation
        that promises customers the best Orbitz rate for their hotel.   If
        customers book any pre-paid hotel on Orbitz, and another Orbitz customer
        subsequently books the same hotel stay at a lower rate, then Orbitz
        automatically sends a check for the difference.
    --  Orbitz launches campaign to give Americans the freedom to travel to
        Cuba.  More than 100,000 people sign the petition.

2010

    --  Orbitz became the first U.S. online travel company to allow customers to
        search and book flights, cars and hotels from native iPhone and Android
        apps as well as mobile web.
    --  Orbitz launched a new hotel search experience including expandable and
        interactive maps, Google Street View, filters and sort options, saved
        hotels  and unfiltered reviews from verified customers, photos, videos
        and virtual tours.

2011

    --  Orbitz is among one of the first online travel companies to offer the
        new Facebook Send button to consumers, making it quick and easy to share
        hotel options with specific people or groups on Facebook or via email.

Visit http://www.orbitz.com/anniversary to stay updated on special 10th anniversary deals and promotions.

Terms and Conditions:

(1) Up to 30% savings or free night stays are available at participating hotels only. Minimum stay requirements and blackout dates may apply and will vary depending on market and hotel. Prices shown in search results reflect discount and may exclude taxes and other fees. Discounts available on bookings made by 11:59pm CST on 6/15/11.

(2)Coupon Offers: Book a 2+ night stay at a participating Orbitz hotel, and receive coupons for: (a) $200 off a new flight + hotel  booking of five (5) or more nights, and (b) $25 Restaurant.com Gift Certificate. Participating properties are called out on Orbitz.com with the "10th Anniversary" icon.

How to receive the coupons: If you book a qualifying hotel, expect to receive your coupons by e-mail within 3-5 days of booking. Your qualifying booking must be made by 11:59 PM (CST) on June 15, 2011. One coupon is redeemable for a $200 discount on a qualifying Orbitz flight + hotel booking that includes hotel stay of at least five (5) or more consecutive nights and at least one (1) roundtrip plane ticket, must be redeemed by September 30, 2011. The other coupon is redeemable for a $25 Restaurant.com Gift Certificate. Email notification will be sent to the email address associated with each account.

Restaurant.com Gift Certificate: Certificates are valid for parties of two or more unless otherwise stated. Voucher may be redeemed for a $25 Restaurant.com Gift Certificate. Voucher may only be redeemed once. Only one (1) voucher per reservation is allowed. Valid for dine-in only unless otherwise stated. Unredeemed gift certificates not valid toward purchase at restaurants. Limit of one gift certificate per restaurant per visit. There may be minimum spend requirements at participating restaurants and online merchant websites. Other restrictions may apply.

About Orbitz.com

Orbitz.com (http://www.orbitz.com) is a leading online travel company that enables travelers to search for and book a broad array of travel products, including airline tickets, hotel rooms, rental cars, cruises and vacation packages.  Since launching its Web site to the general public in June 2001, Orbitz.com has become one of the largest online travel sites in the world and has led the industry with innovations including Flight Price Assurance, Hotel Price Assurance and Total Price hotel search results. Orbitz.com consumers can search more than 80,000 suppliers worldwide including airlines, hotels and car rental companies.  Orbitz.com is owned by Orbitz Worldwide.  Stay connected to Orbitz.com with sale alerts, exclusive promotions and engaging conversations by following Orbitz on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/orbitz), Twitter (http://www.twitter.com/orbitz) and the Orbitz Travel Blog (http://www.orbitz.com/blog).

About Orbitz Worldwide

Orbitz Worldwide is a leading global online travel company that uses innovative technology to enable leisure and business travelers to research, plan and book a broad range of travel products.  Orbitz Worldwide owns a portfolio of consumer brands that includes Orbitz  (http://www.orbitz.com), CheapTickets (http://www.cheaptickets.com), ebookers (http://www.ebookers.com), HotelClub (http://www.hotelclub.com), RatesToGo (http://www.ratestogo.com) and the Away Network (http://www.away.com).  Also within the Orbitz Worldwide family, Orbitz Worldwide Distribution (http://corp.orbitz.com/partnerships/distribution) delivers private label travel solutions to a broad range of partners including many of the world's largest airlines, and Orbitz for Business (http://www.orbitzforbusiness.com) delivers managed corporate travel solutions for corporations.  For more information on partnership opportunities with Orbitz Worldwide, visit corp.orbitz.com.  Orbitz Worldwide uses its Investor Relations website to make information available to its investors and the public at http://corp.orbitz.com/investors. You can sign up to receive email alerts whenever the company posts new information to the website.

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CONTACT: Marita Hudson Thomas of Orbitz.com, +1-312-260-8304, marita.thomas@orbitz.com

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

LSI Announces New High-Density Multiservice Processor for Wireless Networks

LCP5400 device enables migration to IP-based networks; increases bandwidth of OEM transport line cards for wireless backhaul and media gateways

MILPITAS, Calif., June 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- LSI Corporation (NYSE: LSI) today announced a new multiservice processor that enables OEMs to reduce the physical footprint and cost of wireless backhaul, wireless controllers and media gateways. The LCP5400, which is software compatible with the existing link communication processor from LSI, allows networking OEMs to consolidate multiple line cards, reducing inventory and development costs and speeding equipment time to market.

The LCP5400 enables the migration of time-division multiplex (TDM) equipment to more cost-effective Internet protocol (IP) solutions. The increased density of the LCP5400 reduces the number of legacy TDM slots required in the chassis and allows more room for IP-based cards. As networks continue to transition to IP, this gives OEMs and service providers the opportunity to increase the number of SONET/SDH connections without increasing the numbers of boards per system. The LCP5400 allows customers to take full advantage of the least-expensive IP or TDM leased lines available.

The LCP5400 simultaneously supports multiple protocols including ATM, PWE3, HDLC and ML/MC-PPP as well as proprietary protocols. A high degree of programmability allows connections to legacy, non-standard equipment for backwards compatibility. The LCP5400 also offers the flexibility to upgrade products already deployed through non-intrusive software updates, dramatically increasing the serviceable life of boards in the field.

"The LCP5400 increases available bandwidth from the 16 E1/T1 in the Link Communication Processor to STM-4," said Shane Gunning, director, product marketing, Networking Components Division, LSI. "This allows customers to support more connections while reducing development costs by leveraging hardware and software platforms across multiple products."

With the LCP5400, a single protocol path can take full advantage of the device's bi-directional data bandwidth, or as many as three protocols can share it simultaneously. The LCP5400 includes multiple programmable engines, integrated Ethernet ports and multiple ARM11(TM) processors.

To learn more about LSI and the LCP5400 device, visit http://www.lsi.com.

About LSI

LSI Corporation (NYSE: LSI) is a leading provider of innovative silicon and software technologies that enable products which seamlessly bring people, information and digital content together. The company offers a broad portfolio of capabilities and services including custom and standard product ICs, adapters and software that are trusted by the world's best known brands to power leading solutions in the Storage and Networking markets. More information is available at http://www.lsi.com.

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    1. All LSI news releases (financial, acquisitions, manufacturing, products,
       technology, etc.) are issued exclusively by PR Newswire and are
       immediately thereafter posted on the company's external website,
       http://www.lsi.com.
    2. LSI and the LSI & Design logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of
       LSI Corporation.
    3. All other brand or product names may be trademarks or registered
       trademarks of their respective companies.

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LSI Corporation

CONTACT: Derrick Meyer of LSI Corporation, +1-408-433-7848, derrick.meyer@lsi.com, or Kathi Haas of LVA Communications, +1-480-951-5887, kathi@lva.com

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

BoxTone, Apperian Team to Offer the Industry's First Comprehensive Enterprise Mobile Device and Application Management Solution

Relationship Joins BoxTone's Enterprise Mobility Management Solution with Apperian's Mobile Application Management to Accelerate the Pace of Enterprise Mobilization

SAN FRANCISCO, June 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- BoxTone, the leader in Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) and Apperian, Inc., the leading Mobile Application Management (MAM) company, announced today a strategic alliance to give enterprises a proven 'one-stop' solution for full lifecycle enterprise-grade mobile device and application management.

The joint offering couples BoxTone's advanced Mobile Service Management (MSM) platform, which secures, manages, monitors and supports the leading mobile devices, users and services, with Apperian's innovative Enterprise App Services Environment (EASE), that enables businesses to securely create, deploy, and manage mobile applications. This first-of-its kind full lifecycle solution--with the industry's most complete, end-to-end mobility management capabilities--accelerates an enterprise's mobilization initiatives through faster deployment of secure mobile devices and applications. Now organizations can simultaneously reduce the time to develop and deploy business applications while also ensuring highest quality of service and security.

"We're seeing significant growth in the number of companies building line of business mobile applications, which has increased the pressure for fast and easy application development, deployment, and management," said David Patrick, CEO, Apperian. "By partnering with BoxTone, customers who are looking for help managing mobile devices and applications can now source our full lifecycle of application management and also ensure that their business data and devices are secure, supported and manageable."

"The market is moving beyond basic mobile device management, where mobility increasingly requires both fine-grained mobile application management and a full-lifecycle mobile management platform to deliver on its business potential," said Alan Snyder, CEO of BoxTone. "Partnering with Apperian to incorporate its world-class application management solution into our portfolio delivers the best of both capabilities to the enterprise market. Apperian's granular application-level controls and application-level data combined with the BoxTone MSM Platform helps the enterprise rapidly and safely expand mobilization efforts to include business-critical applications."

BoxTone's full lifecycle EMM solution goes far beyond Mobile Device Management (MDM)--which is limited to the initial activation, provisioning, configuration and change tasks for a device--to span comprehensive capabilities for mobile security, support and operations.  With BoxTone, enterprises get a unified mobile management platform that provides a single point of control to address the full mobile lifecycle.  The supported smartphone and tablet devices include BlackBerry®, iPhone, iPad, Android(TM) and Windows Mobile/Phone 7.  Mobile messaging support includes BlackBerry Enterprise Server, Microsoft® ActiveSync® and Good Technology. The flexible open architecture of the BoxTone MSM Platform enables rich integration across a variety of BoxTone MSM Platform Partners including Apple, RIM, Google, Microsoft, HP, IBM, LogMeIn and now Apperian.

Apperian's EASE is a cloud-based MAM platform for enterprises to create, deploy and manage mobile applications. It provides a developer SDK, templates for creating native apps, rapid provisioning, secure deployment and an easy update process; all via a client branded app catalog. It allows developers and IT professionals to derive the benefits of faster app creation, easy test and deployment, and a completely familiar user experience.

The BoxTone-Apperian solution is generally available now, through a plug-n-play integration model. BoxTone and Apperian will be participating together at the Apple Worldwide Developers Conference 2011 (WWDC), June 6-10, at the Moscone Center in San Francisco. For more information about BoxTone's solutions, go to: http://www.boxtone.com. For more information about Apperian's solutions, go to: http://www.apperian.com.

About Apperian, Inc.,

Apperian, Inc., the mobile application management (MAM) company, brings enterprise apps to a new level of productivity with its Enterprise App Services Environment (EASE). For developers who create, and IT professionals who deploy and manage mobile applications in the enterprise, Apperian's EASE is a cloud-based MAM platform that provides a developer SDK, templates for creating native apps, rapid provisioning, secure deployment and an easy update process, all via a client branded app catalog.  Apperian customers include Cisco Systems, Procter & Gamble, The Estee Lauder Companies, Talecris Biotherapeutics, and NetApp. To learn more about Apperian visit http://www.apperian.com, or call +1 617.951.1464.

About BoxTone

BoxTone is the leader in Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM). With more than 850,000 devices under management, BoxTone's proactive Mobile Service Management (MSM) platform is trusted by more than 350 of the world's leading enterprises and government agencies, including 40 of the Fortune® 100, to continuously maintain optimal mobile performance & security at the lowest cost and risk. BoxTone's single unified mobile management platform powered by patented real-time automation technology addresses the entire mobile lifecycle: mobile device management, support management, operations management and business management. BoxTone delivers real-time centralized control of all mobile devices including BlackBerry, Apple iPhone and iPad, Google Android, Nokia Symbian and Windows Phone devices; mobile connectivity services including BlackBerry Enterprise Server, Microsoft ActiveSync and Good Technology; and enterprise mobile applications. Learn more from the expert in proactive Mobile Service Management software solutions at http://www.boxtone.com, or call +1 410.910.3344.

Apperian and EASE are trademarks or registered service marks of Apperian, Inc. BoxTone and the BoxTone logo are trademarks of BoxTone. All other product or company names mentioned are used for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners.

Contacts:
Joel Weinshank
Director, Marketing at BoxTone
410-910-3360
joel@boxtone.com

Patrick Dixon
Ruder Finn for BoxTone
212-593-6441
dixonp@ruderfinn.com

Cimarron Buser
Vice President, Product Marketing at Apperian
(800) 862-0511 x403
cbuser@apperian.com

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BoxTone

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

Heilind Stocks Amphenol Industrial Helios H4 Panel Connector for PV Systems

WILMINGTON, Mass., June 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Heilind Electronics, the largest interconnect distributor in North America, is now stocking Amphenol Industrial's Helios H4 Panel Connectors for photovoltaic systems. H4 Panel Connectors utilize RADSOK® technology and offer high current ratings and low contact resistance, resulting in lower power loss. They are compatible with standard industry connectors, including Amphenol's Helios H4 line, for easy integration.

This new connector was developed to feed power from a solar panel into an inverter or combiner box, and features quick-snap mating for easy panel mount installation and termination to either box.

"We're pleased to offer our customers Amphenol's Helios H4 Panel Connector," said Alan Clapp, Heilind Vice President - Supplier Business. "Helios H4 connectors meet all NEC 2008 requirements and their innovative design makes them the ideal choice for many PV applications."

Designed for applications that use solar inverters, combiner boxes and installers, the H4 Panel Connector is designed to be used with three different wire gauges: 14 AWG rated at 36 A; 12 AWG rated at 45 A; and 10 AWG rated at 52 A.  The H4 Panel Connector is RoHS compliant, UV and Ozone resistant, and comes ready for field assembly.

Features include:

    --  UL and TUV dual approved
    --  RoHS compliant
    --  Meets all new NEC 2008 requirements
    --  Long-term UV and Ozone resistant
    --  Highest current rating in industry
    --  Low contact resistance means low power loss
    --  Fully intermateable with industry standard connectors
    --  Ready for field assembly
    --  Complete cable assemblies available

About Heilind Electronics

Founded in 1974, Heilind Electronics, Inc. (http://www.heilind.com) is one of the world's leading distributors of connectors, relays, switches, thermal management & circuit protection products, terminal blocks, wire & cable, wiring accessories and insulation & identification products.  Heilind has 25 North American sales offices, two automated distribution centers and a highly versatile value-added center.  Follow Heilind on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/Heilind and on Twitter at http://twitter.com/Heilind.

Media Contact:Doug Fancy714-220-6530

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Heilind Electronics

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

Telesphere Partners With WTG to Deliver Managed Cloud Communication Services

WTG agents gain increased access to a broad portfolio with competitive commissions via Telesphere's privately managed cloud services

PHOENIX, June 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Telesphere, a national leader in cloud communication services for businesses, and World Telecom Group (WTG) have partnered to provide a broad range of cloud-based business communication solutions to the enterprise and SMB markets.

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As a result of the new relationship, WTG's Cloud Division will diversify the range of services it can offer with Telesphere's unparalleled portfolio of cloud-based business communication solutions available for resale by WTG and its agents. Telesphere's product suite includes video conferencing and Unified Communications (UC), hosted VoIP, Internet connectivity, WAN management and call center solutions.

With Telesphere's solutions in their portfolio, WTG's agents will have access to:

    --  The latest managed UC services, enabling them to better address the
        needs of midsized and large businesses, with an emphasis on
        multi-location accounts
    --  A fully interactive Agent Portal, including on-line quoting, training
        and project status
    --  Telesphere's dedicated team of engineers and indirect channel managers
        to assist with the sales process
    --  Telecommunications refresh with no up-front capital expenditures for
        customers
    --  A nationwide, private MPLS network
    --  Scalable, flat-rate monthly billing

"Telesphere's suite of high-quality communications services gives companies like WTG a way to best serve their largest, most-valued accounts," said Jeff Savage, VP of sales for Telesphere. "Telesphere has assembled a very strong managed services portfolio for companies like WTG to market and sell to their customer base."

Vince Bradley, CEO of WTG, said, "Telesphere not only augments a leading portfolio of cloud-based communications services, it also provides a very competitive commission structure for the sale of those services. Telesphere also helps diversify a portfolio of solutions that unifies the customer's landline, cell phone and PC. This partnership will help WTG continue its dedication to our agents across the country."

Customers can connect with Telesphere at http://www.telesphere.com/Contact_Us.html, or:

Twitter: http://twitter.com/telesphere

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/telesphere

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/telesphere

LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/companies/2102

About Telesphere

Telesphere is a nationwide managed cloud communications provider for businesses delivering an innovative package of Unified Communications, hosted VoIP, Internet connectivity and video conferencing services to businesses throughout the United States. As one of the first companies to offer hosted, enterprise-level communications as a service (CaaS), Telesphere allows businesses to enjoy all the latest voice and data features of large enterprises without costly investment in on-premises equipment. Telesphere's more than six years of CaaS experience to businesses throughout the United States places it at the forefront of companies that specialize in the convergence of office PBX phone service, cellular phones, PCs and Unified Communications features. Telesphere fully manages its customers' services over a private IP facilities-based network.

About World Telecom Group

World Telecom Group (WTG) is the #1 Master Agent in the US (Telecom Association Members Choice) providing exceptional service to agent partners since 1996. WTG has the most diverse portfolio in the industry with over 100 Providers, including local, long-distance, data and Internet. It also includes the following specialty Divisions with dedicated extra support: LEC, award winning wireless/mobility, Wholesale, Cost Containment (TEM, Logistics and all other Cost Containment). Partners also have access to Energent, which is the Energy Division (Electricity, Natural Gas and DSM). WTG Agents have the ability to sell and consistently expand their business without revenue commitments or quotas. WTG is 100% partner driven and pays top commissions in the industry. WTG exceeds expectations with a dynamic approach to automation, partner support and its commitment to success.

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CONTACT: Jim Byrnes, +1-610-333-1794, jbyrnes@comunicano.com

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PlayStation®3 Exclusive inFAMOUS(TM) 2 Powers Up North America With Breathtaking Cinematics and Epic Open World Superhero Adventure

Sequel leaves no stone unturned and delivers cutting edge gameplay, graphics and innovative mission designing tools

FOSTER CITY, Calif., June 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC (SCEA) today announced the North American release of inFAMOUS(TM) 2, available exclusively for PlayStation®3 (PS3(TM)) computer entertainment system. Developed by renowned studio Sucker Punch Productions, inFAMOUS 2 brings the next high-voltage chapter following 2009's blockbuster hit inFAMOUS as Cole MacGrath returns with a compelling new narrative arch, illustrated through the series' signature graphic novel styling.Introducing an improved combat scheme, extraordinary new powers, larger than life cinematic events, a sprawling, highly-destructible open world environment and an all-new user-generated mission designer feature, inFAMOUS 2 delivers the true superhero experience and the most epic adventure to-date.

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"For us at Sucker Punch, we set out embracing the fact we were developing a sequel and were determined to take everything fans loved in the first game and improve it in inFAMOUS 2 with new powers and story developments, a fresh visual experience, and user generated content," said Brian Fleming, producer and co-founder, Sucker Punch Productions.  "With the launch of inFAMOUS 2, we're excited to finally let players experience the continuation of the inFAMOUS story arc and be faced with the challenge once again of whether to mold Cole into humanity's greatest savior or its ultimate force of destruction."

inFAMOUS 2 opens with the reluctant hero pitted against his greatest challenge yet, a dark entity known only as the Beast. Unable to face this seemingly-invincible enemy, Cole travels to the Southern city of New Marais, with his ever present buddy Zeke, to find the solution to defeating the Beast, with the fate of humanity's future resting on his shoulders. He faces obstacles throughout his journey as he strives to reach the full potential of his powers to become humanity's savior or its next greatest threat.

Featuring an evolved Karma system and a host of new features and gameplay mechanics, inFAMOUS 2 delivers an immersive, visceral narrative. Players experience the Karma system in a whole new way, as they choose to ally themselves with Agent Lucy Kuo, a recently activated conduit with ice powers who seemingly leads Cole down the righteous path, or fiery New Marais native Nix who has a penchant for destruction, but offers more than meets the eye. Players encounter vastly divergent experiences and completely different endings, depending on which relationship they choose to nurture. The thrilling new narrative introduces battles in stunning locations with creatures of never-before-seen size and scale and takes urban exploration to new heights, as Cole travels through New Marais with improved parkour skills. With the electrifying Amp, a new melee weapon, and an arsenal of long and medium range combat powers, players will feel empowered like never before while taking on the most menacing opponents ever presented in the series.

inFAMOUS 2 goes beyond the Blu-ray disc with the introduction of user-generated content mission designer features.  Using a full featured toolset, the mission designer gives players the power to design then share inFAMOUS 2 missions. Drawing upon the collection of characters, weapons and items in the game world, players build a variety of mission types, including stealth, battle, rescue and more. Players have the choice to upload their creations to the PlayStation®Network and share with inFAMOUS 2 fans around the world. User-created missions populate the same inFAMOUS 2 universe as standard missions, giving community members the opportunity to easily access, play and rank a limitless supply of missions. The Sucker Punch Featured Missions List includes the highest ranking user created missions and gives community designers the chance to become famous.  Also, coming this fall, inFAMOUS 2 will expand its user-generated content features with the introduction of PlayStation®Move motion controller support.

"We were thrilled to announce at our E3 press conference yesterday that inFAMOUS 2 will be continuing to evolve its user generated content feature by adding PlayStation Move support," said Scott A. Steinberg, Vice President of Product Marketing, SCEA.  "By providing a more expansive toolset for gamers to design with, Sucker Punch is delivering a whole new gameplay experience with its PlayStation Move UGC feature and we're excited to see what players come up with when they create and play missions using PlayStation Move." 

The super-powered saga also continues online with the introduction of a new Facebook game, inFAMOUSAnarchy. Launched June 1, inFAMOUS Anarchy immerses players in the post-apocalyptic landscape of Empire City, following its destruction by the Beast. Players must use their new-found abilities to salvage the once thriving metropolis after its descent into chaos. Taking Empire City's fate into their hands, players must choose whether to help rebuild and protect the city as its vigilant hero or let it be consumed by anarchy. Accepting this challenge in inFAMOUS Anarchy will earn players exclusive unlockable items within inFAMOUS 2, including the Reaper Skin, where players can choose to play in the guise of one of the first title's villains, and Amp variants: Sly's Cane, Sly Coopers signature weapon; a Samurai Sword; and a Caveman Club.

Available today, the inFAMOUS 2 Hero Edition offers fans of the series collectable items and vouchers for in-game exclusives. As an added bonus, consumers who purchase the Hero Edition or the standard Blu-ray release of inFAMOUS 2 will be granted exclusive early access to the eagerly-anticipated UNCHARTED 3: Drake's Deception(TM) Multiplayer Beta.

inFAMOUS 2 is rated T for Teen by the independent Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).  For more information about the ESRB visit http://www.esrb.org.  inFAMOUS 2 is available exclusively for the PS3 system for $59.99 MSRP.

About Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC

Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC continues to redefine the entertainment lifestyle with its PlayStation® and PS one® systems, the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) handheld entertainment system, the ground-breaking PlayStation®3 (PS3(TM)) computer entertainment system and its online and network services the PlayStation®Network and PlayStation®Store. Recognized as the undisputed industry leader, Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC markets the PlayStation family of products and develops, publishes, markets and distributes software for the PS one, PlayStation 2, PSP, PSP®go and PS3 systems for the North American market. Based in Foster City, Calif., Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC serves as headquarters for all North American operations.

About Sucker Punch Productions LLC

Sucker Punch Productions LLC was founded in October 1997, and has steadily built its reputation by creating innovative, stylish, critically acclaimed character-based video games. In 2009, Sucker Punch Productions ventured into the open world genre with inFAMOUS, a next generation super hero action adventure, exclusively for the PlayStation®3. The latest adventure, inFAMOUS 2, follows the footsteps of the 2009 blockbuster, launches June 7.

Visit us on the Web at http://www.us.playstation.com.

PlayStation", "PSP", "PS one" and the "PS" Family logo are registered trademarks and "PS3" is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (c)2011 Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC. inFAMOUS is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC. Developed by Sucker Punch Productions LLC.

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Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC

CONTACT: Alyssa Casella, +1-650-655-3617, Alyssa_Casella@playstation.sony.com, or Amelise Javier, +1-650-655-1723, Amelise_Javier@playstation.sony.com, both of Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC

Allegro DVT now Targets Wireless Display (WiDi) With its Ultra-low Latency H.264 IP Cores

GRENOBLE, France, June 7, 2011/PRNewswire/ --     Allegro DVT announces the immediate availability of an
ultra-low latency version of its H.264/MPEG-4 AVC high-profile,
high-definition hardware video encoding IP (
http://www.allegrodvt.com/Allegro/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&i
d&Itemid%), suitable for Wireless Display applications.

    Wireless Display encompasses a set of technologies designed to
carry a video source over a wireless data channel in real time.

    This long awaited concept lets viewers do away with video
cables in applications like:

    - Wireless HDMI (STB, Blu-ray or gaming consoles)

    - PC-to-TV

    - PC-to-Video projector

    To ease video signal transmission over the air, some form of
video compression is required.

    All solutions until now come with some degree of latency,
introducing an annoying time lag in user applications.

    Thanks to Allegro DVT proprietary ultra-low latency H.264
technologies, it is now possible to cut the lag, improve reliability and
reduce the power consumption of a WiDi connection.

    Allegro DVT low-latency compression technologies are suitable
for all types of wireless transmission including Wi-Fi, Ultra Wideband and 60
GHz.

    Allegro DVT's H.264 IP core (
http://www.allegrodvt.com/Allegro/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&i
d&Itemid%) is a silicon-proven real-time hardware encoder targeting
mobile phones, camcorders, set-top boxes, webcams and video surveillance
applications. The IP core uses Allegro DVT's H.264 compression algorithms,
originally designed for high quality broadcast applications. Allegro's IP
core can process images up to high-definition resolutions and can encode
several channels simultaneously.

    Allegro's H.264 encoding IP delivers HD quality with
end-to-end latency as low as 20 ms, as required by WiDi, Video Conferencing
and a wide range of automotive, military and medical applications. "Allegro
DVT's IP core caters to real-time and fast-response applications, delivering
full frame rate video at HD quality. This new breakthrough demonstrates
Allegro's advanced technical know-how and H.264 encoding expertise", says
Stephane Audrain, head of IP core development at Allegro DVT.

    Allegro DVT's H.264 encoding IPs (
http://www.allegrodvt.com/Allegro/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&i
d&Itemid%) are also available for H.264 baseline and main profiles, in
resolutions ranging from CIF to HD, and support H.264/MVC for 3D video.

    About Allegro DVT:

    Allegro DVT is a leading provider of H.264/MPEG-4 AVC|SVC|MVC
solutions, including industry standard compliance test suites and real-time
audio/video encoders and transcoders. Allegro products have been chosen by
more than 100 major IC providers, OEMs and broadcasters.

    See: http://www.allegrodvt.com/Allegro/index.php

    (Due to the length of the above URLs, it may be necessary to copy and
paste these hyperlinks into your Internet browser's URL address field.
Remove the space in each link if one exists.)

Source: Allegro DVT

Press Contact: Alexandre FROUART, ALLEGRO DVT, tel: +33-4-76-42-66-85,
alexandre.frouart@allegrodvt.com, web: http://www.allegrodvt.com

Digital Element's NetAcuity IPv6 Database Ensures Online Marketers Have Access to Largest Number of Users, Devices

As World IPv6 Day Approaches, Companies Are Advised to be Dual-Stacked by End of 2011

ATLANTA, June 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital Element, the leading provider of geolocation and IP Intelligence technology, today announced its NetAcuity(TM) IPv6 geographic database is available to its customers to ensure access to the largest segment of end users and devices.

According to The Internet Society (ISOC), a nonprofit organization founded in 1992 to provide leadership in Internet related standards, education and policy, Google, Facebook, Yahoo!, Akamai and Limelight Networks will be among some of the major organizations that will offer their content over IPv6 for a 24-hour "test flight" on World IPv6 Day on this Wednesday. The goal of the Test Flight Day is to motivate organizations across the industry -- Internet service providers, hardware makers, operating system vendors and web companies -- to prepare their services for IPv6 to ensure a successful transition as IPv4 addresses run out.

"With IPv4 addresses expected to run out by the end of this year, businesses must move quickly towards full IPv6 adoption or risk losing access to a large segment of customers," said Jeff Burdette, director of research and development, Digital Element. "In time, there will be consumers who only have access to IPv6 -- and if businesses have not yet caught up, they will unfortunately miss out on that revenue. For online marketers in particular, they simply won't be able to get their intended content across to a large proportion of users if websites are not IPv6 enabled. As such, IPv6 can no longer be considered an online 'nice to have' but must be seen as a critical new access method."

NetAcuity IPv6 Database Now Generally Available

Introduced for beta release in March, the NetAcuity IPv6 geographic database is now generally available to all customers as part of their accessible data and is currently part of the traditional geographic database update.

Digital Element revolutionized the geolocation space when it first introduced geolocation technology in 1999. The company quickly evolved this non-invasive technology to include much more than geographic information and now offers other IP Intelligence factors such as Connection Speed, NAICS codes, Home/Business user, SIC Codes, Domain Name, Company Name, Organization Name, ISP, Language, and more. In 2009, Digital Element introduced the only validated, partner-contributed geographic ZIP code and postcode level data, giving marketers reliable and accurate hyperlocal targeting capabilities. The new IPv6 database represents the next evolution in the company's NetAcuity technology. 

Burdette's advice to businesses, "Get your web presence dual-stacked by the end of this year in order to enable both IPv4 and IPv6 access for consumers. Companies should be relentless in pressing their ISPs to provide IPv6 access, as this will be vital in ensuring the success of any business's online endeavors."

For a list of organizations joining the Internet Society in actively participating in World IPv6 Day, visit http://www.worldipv6day.org/participants/index.html.

About Digital Element

Digital Element delivers the de facto standard in IP Intelligence, providing coverage for 99.9999 percent of the Internet and collecting more than one million points-of-view daily from different online vantage points. Taking advantage of its patented technology and a team of dedicated data analysts, most of the world's largest networks, websites, video portals and social networks, access the most comprehensive set of IP data available to deliver targeting advertising, content localization, geographic rights management, video streaming localization and analytics. Through Digital Element's industry vision and leadership, this non-invasive technology has evolved into much more than geographic information and now includes other intelligence factors such as connection speed, domain name, ISP and language.

For more information on how to uncover new levels of insight about online users, please visit http://www.digitalelement.com.  Digital Element is a business unit of Digital Envoy.

SOURCE  Digital Element

Digital Element

CONTACT: North America: Jan Sisko, Carabiner Communications, +1-678-461-7438, jsisko@carabinerPR.com; Europe: Ginnia Cheng or Richard Scarlett, Johnson King, +020-7401-7968, Digitalelement@johnsonking.co.uk

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

Akamai to Present Real-time View of IPv6 Traffic Delivered Across Its Global Platform

Live Data Visualization of Akamai Support for "World IPv6 Day" to be available at http://www.akamai.com/ipv6

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., June 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Akamai Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: AKAM), the leading provider of cloud optimization services, announced today that it is planning to provide a real-time data visualization of IPv6 Web traffic served from its global platform during  "World IPv6 Day" on June 8th.  To be available at http://www.akamai.com/ipv6, the Akamai visualization is designed to show the pattern of traffic served during the 24-hour period (from midnight to midnight Greenwich Mean Time).

(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20100225/AKAMAILOGO )

With a rapidly growing shortage in available IPv4 addresses, World IPv6 Day serves as a reminder that online businesses must act quickly to transition to IPv6 or risk increased costs and limited functionality for Internet users around the globe.  Akamai has joined the Internet Society, and other Internet businesses, to encourage preparation and planning for the transition to IPv6.  Akamai's participation includes IPv6-enabling http://www.akamai.com, as well as supporting over 30 customers from around the globe that have opted in to Akamai's IPv6 technology platform.

"Akamai's role in the deployment of IPv6 is critical to its customers," said Mark Townsley, Cisco Distinguished Engineer and former Internet Area Director for the IETF.  "Online for over 25 years, http://www.cisco.com is one of the more sophisticated websites Akamai serves today.  Cisco and Akamai worked closely to tailor a solution that met our needs for World IPv6 Day, and we are confident that the largest global test-drive of IPv6 ever performed will be an important milestone towards the adoption of IPv6 worldwide."

GREE, a leading mobile social gaming platform in Japan, is leveraging Akamai to begin its transition to IPv6.  "Like other SNS service providers, GREE acknowledges the challenges of IPv4 addresses running out and the importance of securing interconnectivity and interoperability with IPv6 clients," said Masaki Inoue, Director of Infrastructure, Platform Development GREE, Inc. (http://www.gree.co.jp/en/).  "The Akamai platform maximizes traffic offload and site performance by intelligently selecting optimum routes for IPv6 access using Akamai's route optimization technology.  Through implementation of IPv6 interconnectivity testing and verification with Akamai, GREE has a solid understanding of the effectiveness of the Akamai network and the intelligence that it can bring to support a complex IPv4/v6 mixed Internet environment." 

"Akamai is committed to helping our customers and network partners with a smooth transition to IPv6," said Andy Champagne, vice president of Engineering at Akamai.  "IPv6 adoption is still in its beginning stages, but we believe that early planning and testing are critical for all Internet businesses.  Our data visualization tool is designed to serve as a representative view into the early adoption of this protocol."

Akamai will be opening up its IPv6 offerings to all interested customers over the course of the coming year.  Networks with native IPv6 are invited to speak with Akamai to have IPv6 configured in their locations. 

The Akamai Difference

The Akamai Intelligent Internet Platform(TM) is a globally-distributed computing platform made up of nearly one hundred thousand Akamai servers deployed in 72 countries and within one thousand of the networks that make up the Internet.  Intelligent Akamai software is constantly monitoring Internet conditions looking for congestion, security threats, and network failures that might impact the performance of cloud computing, ecommerce sites, HD video and other Web properties.  With computing servers that automatically adapt to changing traffic conditions, Akamai ensures online business performs well, remains protected and is available.

About Akamai

Akamai® provides market-leading, cloud-based services for optimizing Web and mobile content and applications, online HD video, and secure e-commerce.  Combining highly-distributed, energy-efficient computing with intelligent software, Akamai's global platform is transforming the cloud into a more viable place to inform, entertain, advertise, transact and collaborate.  To learn how the world's leading enterprises are optimizing their business in the cloud, please visit http://www.akamai.com and follow @Akamai on Twitter.

Akamai Statement Under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act

This release contains information about future expectations, plans and prospects of Akamai's management that constitute forward-looking statements for purposes of the safe harbor provisions under The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Actual results may differ materially from those indicated by these forward-looking statements as a result of various important factors including, but not limited to, inability to develop effective IPv6 visualization tools, inability or a decision not to make IPv6 tools available to our customers, a failure of Akamai's network infrastructure, and other factors that are discussed in Akamai's Annual Report on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, and other documents periodically filed with the SEC.

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SOURCE  Akamai Technologies, Inc.

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Akamai Technologies, Inc.

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

Cricket Enhances Its Smartphone Line-Up with the Samsung Indulge(TM)

~ Android® 2.2 OS and a 1GHz Processor Provide a Supercharged Experience ~

SAN DIEGO, June 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Cricket Communications, Inc., a leading provider of innovative and value-driven wireless services and a wholly owned subsidiary of Leap Wireless International, Inc. (NASDAQ:LEAP), and Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile), the No. 1 mobile phone provider in the United States(1), today announced the launch of the Samsung Indulge(TM) (SCH-r915).  The Indulge is the first Android device by Samsung to be included in Cricket's dynamic line of phone offerings.

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This latest smartphone addition brings the best of both worlds to Cricket customers in the form of a large, 3.5 inch display and a slide-out Qwerty keyboard.  In addition, the Indulge is powered by a 1GHz processor and Android 2.2 with Samsung TouchWiz 3.0. Cricket's fourth Android smartphone also includes great features like a 3MP camera/camcorder, music player/microSD slot, stereo Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and a large 1500mAh battery.  The Indulge features all of the popular Android apps like Gmail, YouTube and Google Search, plus Android Market(TM) which now features more than 200,000 applications and games.

"Cricket customers have really taken to smartphones and we are evolving our portfolio to meet their needs by offering smartphone features at varying price points," said Matt Stoiber, vice president and general manager devices for Cricket.  "Our customers love to text and surf the web, especially using social media applications and want an Android experience with a touchscreen and a QWERTY keyboard. And the Indulge delivers with a blazing fast 1GHz processor, vivid display and a slide-out keyboard."

At a suggested retail price of $329.99 plus tax, the Samsung Indulge is available in Cricket branded retail stores, dealers and at http://www.mycricket.com. The Samsung Indulge is offered on Cricket's high-speed data network and with the all-inclusive $55 Android plan, which provides users with unlimited talk, text, 411 information, navigation, international text, unlimited picture and video messaging, nationwide data services on the company's reliable all 3G network, and more.

For more information about Cricket's dynamic device lineup, please visit http://www.mycricket.com. 

About Cricket

Cricket is the pioneer of simple and affordable unlimited wireless services with no long-term commitments or credit checks required serving more than 5.8 million customers in 35 states and the District of Columbia. Cricket offers wireless voice and broadband Internet services over the latest technology, high-quality, all-digital 3G CDMA2000 1X and 1xEV-DO wireless network. Cricket's nationwide wireless voice service plans include unlimited anytime minutes, unlimited U.S. long distance, unlimited text and picture messaging, unlimited text to Mexico, unlimited Mobile Web, unlimited directory assistance, as well as a variety of calling features and feature-rich mobile applications such as popular games, ringtones and wallpapers. For more information on Cricket, visit http://www.mycricket.com. Cricket is offered by Leap Wireless International, Inc., headquartered in San Diego, Calif. For more information on Leap, visit http://www.leapwireless.com.

About Samsung Telecommunications America

Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC, a Dallas-based subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., researches, develops and markets wireless handsets and telecommunications products throughout North America. For more information, please visit http://www.samsungwireless.com.

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2009 consolidated sales of US$116.8 billion. Employing approximately 188,000 people in 185 offices across 65 countries, the company consists of eight independently operated business units: Visual Display, Mobile Communications, Telecommunication Systems, Digital Appliances, IT Solutions, Digital Imaging, Semiconductor and LCD. Recognized as one of the fastest growing global brands, Samsung Electronics is a leading producer of digital TVs, memory chips, mobile phones and TFT-LCDs. For more information, please visit http://www.samsung.com

(1) No. 1 mobile phone provider in the U.S. claim for Samsung Mobile based upon reported shipment data, according to Strategy Analytics Q1 2011 U.S. Market Share Handset Shipments Report.

Android is a trademark of Google Inc. Use of this trademark is subject to Google Permissions

SOURCE  Cricket Communications, Inc.

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Cricket Communications, Inc.

CONTACT: Greg Lund, Media Relations, +1-858-882-9105, glund@cricketcommunications.com, or Amy Wakeham, Investor Relations, +1-858-882-9876, awakeham@leapwireless.com, both for Cricket Communications, Inc.; or Jesica Eastman of MWW Group, +1-214-414-3322, jeastman@mww.com, for Samsung Mobile

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

Solar Energy Meets the Social Network

SunReports' solar monitoring customers can now show off system performance in industry's first automatic Facebook Wall posts

SAN FRANCISCO, June 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- SunReports, the market leader in residential solar energy monitoring for both solar PV and solar hot water systems, has announced a new tool for solar system owners to share their system performance data with friends on Facebook. This marks the first time a monitoring company has provided the ability to publicly display and share system performance within the social network.

By creating a way for individual solar energy system performance to be shared via Facebook, SunReports allows individuals and businesses with solar systems to amplify the visibility of their solar installations, offers branding opportunities for solar manufacturers and installers, and facilitates global discussions about solar energy.

"Unfortunately, solar owners usually don't have much of a chance to talk about their solar energy systems with more than a few neighbors," said Thomas Dinkel, CEO of SunReports. "This tool changes that. Now, people can share - and yes, even show off  - their commitment to green energy with Facebook's 700 million users."

SunReports customers who opt into the Facebook tool can choose how frequently to post their energy data onto their Facebook Wall: daily, weekly, or monthly.  These "Energy Performance Updates" include energy equivalents to make their data more intuitive, for example equating solar energy created to miles driven in a car or tons of carbon dioxide emissions avoided.

"As a business owner, this makes my solar energy system many times more valuable than before," said Alex Winch, owner of Toronto's Beach Solar Laundromat. "Now we can broadcast our commitment to solar energy to our community in a clear, understandable way. I think this is going to translate to a lot of new customers for us. "

By placing manufacturer branding alongside the solar production data, SunReports now offers the only enduring visibility for manufacturers and installers in the entire solar value chain and creates an opportunity for automatic referrals via the social network of the customer.

"As a manufacturer, we are concerned that our branding is lost once the installation is completed and the panels are on the roof," said Rick Reed, President and CEO of SunEarth.  "Now our brand endures in the eyes of our customers, and more importantly, in the eyes of their friends!"

For more information, visit http://www.facebook.com/sunreports or email info@sunreports.com.

About SunReports

SunReports, Inc., headquartered in San Francisco, California, is a privately held performance monitoring service provider for renewable energy installations in the residential and small business/commercial markets. Through SunReports' cost-effective, "zero-configuration required" solar monitoring hardware devices, the Apollo1 and Apollo2, installers and system owners can monitor and verify system performance of solar electric (PV), solar thermal (hot water and pool heating) and small wind installations. SunReports' web-based data collection, data analysis and graphical user interface software provides current, historical and predicted system performance information, including a unique installer portal that provides an at-a-glance performance overview of an entire installed base. SunReports' products are made in the USA and American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) compliant. For more information, please visit: http://www.sunreports.com.

SOURCE  SunReports

SunReports

CONTACT: Thomas A. Dinkel, CEO, SunReports, +1-415-816-3016, tdinkel@sunreports.com, or Mariel Firmacion, Antenna Group for SunReports, +1-415-977-1914, sunreports@antennagroup.com

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

Datamyne Launches iPhone App

iDatamyne delivers the latest data on US import shipments for free

MIAMI, June 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --Datamyne has launched an application for iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch that enables users to access and search the latest available data on US import trade.

The iDatamyne app is available for free from the iTunes store at http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/idatamyne/id439724759?mt=8&ls=1, or by searching "Datamyne" at the App Store.

A top source of information on cargos, markets and trading partners drawn from the world's largest searchable trade database, Datamyne is the first of the US trade data providers to offer free access via an iPhone app.

The new app supports simple searches of the most in-demand segment of trade data: the most recent US import shipments as documented in bills of lading. App users can:

    --  Search for a trade commodity -- "shrimp" or "grapes," for instance --
        and see the latest incoming shipments.
    --  View details of the bills of lading for the latest shipments, including
        the parties to the transaction, port of arrival, country of departure,
        product description, and shipment weight in metric tons.
    --  Get current top 5 rankings for US imports, including top ports of
        arrival, countries of origin, carriers, and importers, based on
        year-to-date data, along with the preceding 3 years.

The iDatamyne app also links to Datamyne's Twitter feed and blog postings on international trade, discussing ways in which trade data can be used to turn market developments into business advantage.

Users can request more information about trade data relevant to their businesses or request a demo of Datamyne's full product suite via the new app.

About Datamyne

Founded in 1992 with the aim of clearly and accurately documenting import-export transactions in the Americas, Datamyne has since claimed a top-ranked position in the highly competitive U.S. market for trade data.

Datamyne today offers the best value in business intelligence: easy access, with expert support, at an affordable price, to the world's largest searchable trade database. Built and maintained by an international team, Datamyne covers the cross-border commerce of 48 countries in Asia, the European Union, and the Americas.

Learn more at http://www.datamyne.com.

Contact:Lisa WallersteinVice President of Marketing, DatamyneV: +1 305.455.3638 M: +1 908.723.6288 F: +1 305.262.8009Lisa.Wallerstein@datamyne.com

SOURCE  Datamyne

Datamyne

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

CEVA and Carbon Design Systems Partner to Offer Fast Simulation Models for CEVA DSPs

Carbon's virtual models available for CEVA-X and CEVA-XC DSPs, enabling cycle-accurate, pre-silicon hardware and software development

SAN DIEGO, June 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Design Automation Conference --CEVA, Inc. [(NASDAQ: CEVA); (LSE: CVA)], the leading licensor of silicon intellectual property (SIP) platform solutions and DSP cores, and Carbon Design Systems(TM), the leading supplier of solutions for architectural analysis, performance optimization and pre-silicon firmware debug, today announced the availability of fast simulation models for CEVA's industry-leading CEVA-X and CEVA-XC DSP families, dramatically reducing customers' hardware and software development time for next-generation System-on-Chip designs. The first models are already available, delivering 100% cycle accuracy for each processor and can be accessed through Carbon's IP Exchange web portal.

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As part of the collaboration, CEVA's comprehensive software development tools suite, CEVA-ToolBox(TM) was enhanced to integrate with Carbon's SoCDesigner Plus virtual platform, providing users a direct DSP software debug capability throughout the virtual prototyping process. The integration of these models based on implementations of the CEVA-X and CEVA-XC DSP families are already in use by leading semiconductor customers for advanced wireless application development.

"We are pleased to partner with CEVA to offer cycle accurate, virtual models of their industry-leading DSPs, and enable the development of pre-silicon hardware and software for a range of end markets," said Bill Neifert, chief technical officer at Carbon Design Systems. "These fast models can significantly shorten customers design cycles, system verification and software development, lowering overall development costs and simplifying SoC design."

"Cycle accurate simulation models and SoC virtual prototyping play an increasingly important role in system design by simulating hardware / software system behavior and shortening design cycles for SoCs," said Eran Briman, vice president of marketing at CEVA. "Virtual models of our CEVA DSPs integrated with Carbon SoC Designer Plus enable complete system validation of hardware and software before silicon is available, delivering value through the entire design cycle."

Availability

Carbon's 100% cycle accurate models and CEVA's Fast Models of members of the CEVA-X and CEVA-XC families of DSPs are available today at Carbon's IP Exchange web portal: http://www.carbonipexchange.com.

About Carbon Design Systems

Carbon offers the industry's only unified virtual platform solution along with the leading solution for accurate IP model creation.  Carbon virtual platforms can execute at 100s of MIPS and with 100% accuracy to enable application software development, detailed architectural analysis and secure IP model distribution.  Carbon's solutions are based on open industry standards, including SystemC, IP-XACT, Verilog, VHDL, OSCI TLM, MDI, CASI, CADI and CAPI.  Carbon's customers are systems, semiconductor, and IP companies that focus on wireless, networking, and consumer electronics.  Carbon is headquartered at 125 Nagog Park, Acton, Mass., 01720.  Telephone:  (978) 264-7300.  Facsimile:  (978) 264-9990.  Email:  info@carbondesignsystems.com.  Website:  http://www.carbondesignsystems.com.

About CEVA, Inc.

CEVA is the world's leading licensor of silicon intellectual property (SIP) DSP cores and platform solutions for the mobile handset, portable and consumer electronics markets. CEVA's IP portfolio includes comprehensive technologies for cellular baseband (2G / 3G / 4G), multimedia, HD video and audio, voice over packet (VoP), Bluetooth, Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) and Serial ATA (SATA). In 2010, CEVA's IP was shipped in over 600 million devices, powering handsets from 7 out of the top 8 handset OEMs, including Nokia, Samsung, LG, Motorola, Sony Ericsson and ZTE. Today, more than one in every three handsets shipped worldwide is powered by a CEVA DSP core. For more information, visit http://www.ceva-dsp.com. Follow CEVA on twitter at http://www.twitter.com/cevadsp.

SOURCE  CEVA, Inc.

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CEVA, Inc.

CONTACT: Richard Kingston, CEVA, Inc., +1-650-417-7976, richard.kingston@ceva-dsp.com; or Mike Sottak, Wired Island, Ltd., +1-408-876-4418, mike@wiredislandpr.com

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

WISeKey Invites Luxury Brands to Join the Fight Against Counterfeits With its Brand Protection Technology Showcased at the FT Business of Luxury Summit

LAUSANNE, Switzerland, June 7, 2011/PRNewswire/ --     WISeKey welcomes the luxury world to employ WISeAuthentic, the innovative
technology defending luxury brands in the fight against counterfeits.
WISeAuthentic technology already protects several brands with a demo on
Hublot and Chris & Cris at the WISeKey booth at FT Business of Luxury Summit
this week in Lausanne, Switzerland. WISeKey's founder Carlos Moreira will
also discuss the issue as part of the panel "On the Counterfeiting
Battlefield."

    As technology that can protect luxury products emerges, every brand can
help eliminate the confusion surrounding their prestigious identity caused by
the booming counterfeit goods market worldwide and on the Internet in
particular. WISeKey's brand protection technology is the only solution that
can authenticate luxury products purchased over the Internet, enabling online
retail options for both the retailer and the customer. However, the benefits
WISeAuthentic can bring to your business extend far beyond fighting
counterfeiters.

    WISeAuthentic provides real-time sales details direct to the
manufacturer, offering visibility into the retail market, which can reveal
the existence of grey markets. The easily deployed platform captures powerful
sales data, easily integrated into existing enterprise business intelligence
systems. WISeAuthentic provides a private brand network for clients offering
powerful direct marketing options.

    WISeAuthentic is based on proven public key interface technology that
creates an electronic certificate containing the product's identity code. The
electronic identity is stored securely on a SmartCard. Retailers and
customers use the SmartCard to authenticate the product instantly. The
solution is impossible to replicate and comes at a fraction of the cost of
lost sales from counterfeits.

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

    WISeKey technology featured in current FT article on Counterfeiting:
http://www.ft.com/intl/cms/s/0/89366414-8dad-11e0-a0c4-00144feab49a.html

   
    Contact:

    WISeKey SA
    Eileen Weinberg
    eweinber@wisekey.com
    +41-22-594-30-00

Source: WISeKey SA

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