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i95travelinfo.net Spells Relief for Holiday Travelers on the East Coast

ROCKVILLE, Md., May 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- This Memorial Day, travelers from Maine to Florida will be able to save time and better plan their trips thanks to a website that provides them with real-time traffic information and estimated drive times for roadways in and between major metropolitan areas along the East Coast.

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Covering 15 states and 24 metropolitan areas along the I-95 corridor, http://www.i95travelinfo.net offers travelers speed and congestion information on the I-95 corridor, including I-95, the beltways surrounding each major city, and all associated routes that together make up the corridor.  Visitors to the website can manipulate the map to zoom to any of the 15 states and Washington D.C.  Traffic congestion information is presented using various color codes: green to indicate free flow; yellow for moderate congestion; red for heavy congestion; maroon for stop-and-go; and black to indicate a closed road.

"One of the Coalition's goals is to make it easy to learn about traffic conditions along the I-95 Corridor," said George Schoener, Executive Director, I-95 Corridor Coalition. "i95travelinfo.net continues to be an important element in supporting that goal."

Visitors to the http://www.i95travelinfo.net are able to choose from a list of predefined locations to set an origin and a destination point. The system then provides the estimated travel time, typical travel time at that time of day, distance between the two points, and a time stamp showing when conditions were last updated. Sample origin and destination locations include:

    --  Portland, Maine
    --  Manchester, New Hampshire
    --  Boston, Massachusetts
    --  Providence, Rhode Island
    --  Hartford, Connecticut
    --  New York City, New York
    --  Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    --  Wilmington, Delaware
    --  Baltimore, Maryland
    --  Washington, D.C.
    --  Richmond, Virginia
    --  Raleigh, North Carolina
    --  Columbia, South Carolina
    --  Atlanta, Georgia
    --  Orlando, Florida

The content for the Long Distance Trip Planning website was designed for standard PC browsers, and is not formatted for mobile device usage.

To learn more about the I-95 Corridor Coalition's work, see the projects profiled on its website: http://www.i95coalition.net/i95/Projects/tabid/81/Default.aspx.

http://www.i95travelinfo.net was developed through the partnership of the I-95 Corridor Coalition, Atkins, and INRIX through funding received by FHWA.   For more information about the I-95 Corridor Coalition and its partners, visit the following websites:

    --  http://www.i95coalition.org
    --  http://www.atkinsglobal.com
    --  http://www.INRIX.com

SOURCE  I-95 Corridor Coalition

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I-95 Corridor Coalition

CONTACT: George Schoener, On behalf of the I-95 Corridor Coalition, +1-703-389-9281, geschoener@comcast.net

Web Site: http://www.i95coalition.org

Comcast Introduces Xfinity Signature Support in Eastern Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine

New Technical Support and Equipment Protection Offering Helps Meet Consumers' Evolving Technology Support Needs; Is Next Step in Company's Ongoing Focus on Enhancing the Customer Experience

BOSTON, May 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Comcast Cable today announced the Boston area launch of a new 24x7 technical support and equipment protection program for the growing number of home electronics devices -- like laptops, home networking equipment, gaming consoles, Wi-Fi enabled smart phones and tablets -- people are connecting to Comcast's services. 

Called Xfinity Signature Support, this service offers customers a single source for troubleshooting and support for their computers, home networks and many other devices and is another step in the company's focus on delivering an exceptional, end-to-end customer experience backed by the Comcast Customer Guarantee.  The new offering enables customers to select an enhanced level of technical support with monthly subscription plans and one-time support options and is offered in addition to the 24x7 support Comcast already provides for its video, high-speed Internet and phone services.

"We want our customers to have a great experience with Comcast, and we've been making significant investments to enhance our products while improving the service and support we deliver," said Steve Hackley, senior vice president of Comcast's Greater Boston Region, which includes eastern Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine.  "Given the incredible growth and complexity of personal electronic devices, our customers have told us they would like additional choices for technical assistance beyond the support we already provide for their video, Internet and voice services.  As we continue to invest in the overall Comcast experience, Xfinity Signature Support lets us provide an end-to-end technical support solution for customers."

According to a 2010 survey by Parks Associates*, more than 50 percent of Americans with Internet service look to their broadband provider as their first or second choice in solving their home computer-related technical issues.  Additionally, 75 percent of those surveyed prefer to receive all of their technical support services from a single vendor.

With Xfinity Signature Support, Comcast customers will have access to knowledgeable and experienced IT specialists who can provide supplementary technical support online, over the phone or in the home.  Assistance is available either as part of a monthly subscription plan or on a stand-alone basis for one-time fixes, such as virus removal or connecting printers or game consoles to wireless networks.  Xfinity Signature Support also offers extended equipment plans covering computers and flat-panel TVs.

In addition to Boston, Xfinity Signature Support is available in several of Comcast's markets, including Atlanta, Chattanooga, Chicago, greater Philadelphia, New Jersey, Houston, Detroit, northern Delaware, Orlando, Savannah and the Twin Cities, with plans to make it available in the remainder of the company's markets in 2011.  For more information, please visit http://www.xfinity.com/signaturesupport.

Xfinity Signature Support complements the company's overall efforts to deliver an exceptional customer experience every day, which includes offering the Comcast Customer Guarantee, the company's promise to hold its products, services and people to the highest standard.  The Customer Guarantee is backed by significant service enhancements focused on ensuring every customer interaction is handled right the first time and giving customers more choice and control as well as making it easier for them to do business with Comcast.

About Comcast Corporation

Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq:  CMCSA, CMCSK) (http://www.comcast.com) is one of the nation's leading providers of entertainment, information and communications products and services.  Comcast is principally involved in the operation of cable systems through Comcast Cable and in the development, production and distribution of entertainment, news, sports and other content for global audiences through NBCUniversal.  Comcast Cable is one of the nation's largest video, high-speed Internet and phone providers to residential and business customers.  Comcast is the majority owner and manager of NBCUniversal, which owns and operates entertainment and news cable networks, the NBC and Telemundo broadcast networks, local television station groups, television production operations, a major motion picture company and theme parks.

(Source: Parks Associates, Service Providers and Support Services: Analysis and Forecasts, April 2010)

SOURCE  Comcast Cable

Comcast Cable

CONTACT: Marc Goodman, +1-617-279-7521, marc_goodman@cable.comcast.com, or Doreen Vigue, +1-617-645-6175, doreen_vigue@cable.comcast.com

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

Chelsio Delivers Low Latency Server Connectivity With Specialized T4 Adapter for HPC and Financial Applications

SUNNYVALE, Calif., May 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Chelsio Communications, a leading provider of 10Gb Ethernet Unified Wire adapters, ASICs and unified storage solutions, today announced the availability of a specialized T420 Low Latency (LL) server adapter that delivers iWARP RDMA connectivity with the shortest delay available in a network interface card.  The T420-LL-CR has been extensively tested and found to deliver raw Ethernet queue pair latency of 3.0 microns, user mode UDP latency of 3.2 microns, RDMA verbs latency of 3.4 microns and MPI latency of 3.7 microns. 

"HPC cluster architectures are moving away from proprietary and expensive networking technologies towards Ethernet and the performance gains and value proposition of TCP/IP continues to lead the way," said Kianoosh Naghshineh, president and CEO of Chelsio.  "The LL version of our popular T420 card demonstrates the linear scalability of the T4 ASIC, which is essential to ensure continuous low latency operation for the high demand applications in HPC and financial applications."

The T420-LL-CR adapter has been extensively tested with Chelsio partners and the benchmark results are published in a new technical brief on the Chelsio website: http://www.chelsio.com/assetlibrary/whitepapers/CHL_11Q2_IWARP_GA_TB_02_0405%20%283%29.pdf.  The T420-LL-CR is available now through all Chelsio distribution channels. 

About Chelsio Communications, Inc.

Chelsio Communications is delivering the high speed interconnect technology for virtualized data centers, cloud service installations, and high performance computing environments with its highly scalable and programmable fourth generation 10Gb Ethernet Unified Wire adapters. Chelsio also offers software and silicon technology that enables the development of high performance vertical solutions.  For more information, visit the company online at http://www.chelsio.com.

SOURCE  Chelsio Communications, Inc.

Chelsio Communications, Inc.

CONTACT: Tim Helms, Chelsio Communications, +1-408-962-3677

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

Get the Party Started: The New Altec Lansing MIX Boombox (iMT810) Brings Down the House With Epic Bass and Aggressive Style

Just in Time for Summer, the New MIX Delivers Shattering Volume and a Robust Feature Set

MILFORD, Pa., May 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Altec Lansing announced the next generation of the epic MIX digital boombox, the MIX iMT810 for users looking for a powerful complement to their iPod or iPhone.  With an aggressive design and massive sound amplification, the MIX is sure to fuel any sized backyard bash from the small family Memorial Day BBQ to a raging pool party.

Building upon the success of the iMT800, the MIX is now refined for broader device support, including certification for the iPhone 4. The design retains a functional yet industrial appearance with brushed aluminum accents and grips. The bright electric blue LCD information screen allows for custom personalization when powered on and displays track, device and battery information.   

"The MIX digital boombox is for the user who wants to make a statement - it offers unrivaled presence and amazing audio quality with thunderous bass," said Steve Schlangen, Senior Product Manager, Altec Lansing. "Hearing is believing, and the new MIX is an extremely impressive and versatile audio accessory that delivers powerful sound."

Geared to keep the party jumping, the MIX delivers room filling sound with the help of specially engineered horn-loaded tweeters and mid-range drivers. The huge 5.25" side-firing subwoofer and 5.25" tuned passive radiator pump out natural roaring bass, further enhanced with XdB technology for an extra heavy punch. With four factory presets as well as a digital 7-band graphic equalizer, music lovers can quickly tailor the sound to their preferred taste. True to its retro boombox roots, the MIX runs on AC or gives 30 hours of play time on eight D-cell batteries, making it easy to play devices outdoors. When connected to an AC adaptor, the MIX also charges an iPhone or iPod, and intelligently switches off the charging ability when running on batteries.

Because sharing is half the fun, the MIX allows for up to two additional devices to be connected via the auxiliary input jacks as well as the option to play music from the integrated FM radio. The remote control's clip-on carabineer style ensures it doesn't get lost in the shuffle. Between parties, a built-in cubby secures the remote so it can always be found.

Made for iPod and Apple-certified to "Work with iPhone," the MIX is engineered to be immune to GSM signals, preventing the speakers from picking up potential intermittent noises emitted by the iPhone or other mobile devices. The music pauses and resumes play before and after taking a voice call without ever switching the iPhone to airplane mode.

Availability and Pricing

Altec Lansing's MIX digital boombox (iMT810) is available now at http://www.alteclansing.com for $299.95 MSRP. 

About Altec Lansing

For more than 70 years Altec Lansing has been viewed as one of the world's most valuable and innovative audio brands and boasts a unique history of innovation that includes the introduction of first talkie film speakers, the first iPod docking station and the first "Works with iPhone" speaker system. Altec Lansing makes a wide range of audio systems for the home and office; a line of headphones for personal listening; and the popular line of inMotion speaker systems for portable digital players. Altec Lansing LLC is headquartered in Milford, PA.

Connect with the Altec Lansing team on the following social media sites:

http://www.facebook.com/AltecLansingOfficial

http://twitter.com/AltecLansing

http://www.flickr.com/AltecLansingOfficial

http://www.youtube.com/AltecLive

SOURCE  Altec Lansing

Altec Lansing

CONTACT: Robin Theis, MWW Group, +1-212-827-3778, rtheis@mww.com; or Angel Barnard, Altec Lansing, +1-570-296-1339, angel.barnard@alteclansing.com

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

AT&T Celebrates New High Tech Store in Philadelphia

Philadelphia Phillies Catcher Carlos Ruiz Attends Autograph Signing on May 26 at 6 p.m.

PHILADELPHIA, May 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- To address the growing demand for advanced wireless data products and services, AT&T* today announced a grand opening celebration for a new high-tech wireless store on Aramingo Avenue in Philadelphia. The store will celebrate with a formal ribbon cutting ceremony at 3 p.m. on May 26 followed by a special in-store appearance by Philadelphia Phillies' catcher Carlos Ruiz at 6 p.m. the same evening. Ruiz will be on hand to sign AT&T autograph cards only between 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. No personal memorabilia will be permitted.

"AT&T's recent investment in its greater Philadelphia wireless network combined with the company's newest retail store underscore a firm commitment to the city's economic growth," said Councilman Frank DiCicco of the First District. "We applaud AT&T's continued investment in the community, as it benefits both local businesses and consumers alike."

AT&T has invested nearly $700 million in its Philadelphia area wireless and wireline network from 2008 through 2010 as part of its commitment to superior service in the area.

Located at 3584 Aramingo Avenue, the new store is led by industry veteran Adrian Pelzer and has a team of eight trained sales consultants who can demonstrate a wide range of products and assist both consumers and businesses with purchasing decisions, customer service and technical support. Hours of operation are Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.   

As part of the grand opening celebration, consumers can check out special discounts including up to $50 off select smartphone devices.**

There are more than 90 AT&T owned stores in the greater Philadelphia area. AT&T's products and services are also available at a number of authorized dealer and national retail locations. 

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

**Up to $50 off most handsets and smartphones with new 2 year agreement; minimum $15/mo. data package also required for some devices. Valid for new adds and qualifying upgrades. Offer only available at the Aramingo Avenue AT&T store location from May 26 - 30.

About AT&T

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

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

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

SOURCE  AT&T Inc.

AT&T Inc.

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

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

National Data Center Service Provider, CoreLink Data Centers, to Increase Las Vegas Data Center Facility's Power

1-Megawatt Expansion to Accommodate Explosive Customer Growth Without Upgrade Downtime

MT. PROSPECT, Ill, May 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- National data center service provider, CoreLink Data Centers, LLC (http://www.corelink.com) today announced that it has earmarked additional capital to increase the amount of power and cooling at the company's Las Vegas data center by 1 Megawatt (MW), facilitating strong existing client growth at the facility while enabling CoreLink to continue to serve higher density new customers.

The expansion will also provide sufficient data center cooling capacity for all customers. Also included is the installation of additional generator capacity for N+1 redundancy in support of critical backup systems. The process will facilitate easy upgrade migration enabling CoreLink to increase future UPS capacity.

"Our customers depend on our company's 24/7 responsiveness, transparency and infrastructure security. As our existing customers grow, CoreLink has recognized the need to accommodate their needs under our 100 percent Uptime Service Level Agreement (SLA) covering all infrastructure elements and service metrics," said Charles Picasso, Chairman and CEO of CoreLink.

"This includes increasing our capacity to assure that present and future customers have the available bandwidth to support their growth by providing them with ample power and cooling," Picasso said. "This reflects our pledge to provide flexible, scalable data center services and a level of IT support that not only accommodates clients' existing requirements, but anticipates their future needs."

Under the Las Vegas data center's power expansion initiative, CoreLink will upsize its utility transformer; upgrade its generator; add comparable UPS systems capacity (2N Configuration) along with a related increase in cooling capacity.

"CoreLink continues to demonstrate its strong commitment to providing companies like ours with a level of infrastructure support and security that inspires confidence," said Chris Fanini, Chief Technology Officer of long-time CoreLink customer Weebly Inc. "We chose CoreLink not only because of its existing services and customer service commitment, but also because of its ability to accommodate our rapid growth and unique requirements.

"Increased power at its Las Vegas data center facility assures us that we'll have more than enough capacity to support our company's needs as we continue to expand," Fanini said.

CoreLink will perform the power expansion at the Las Vegas data center without any downtime or service interruption to existing customers. The project is expected to be completed over the summer timeframe.

CoreLink offers a full suite of data center hosting solutions including managed security and data services, business continuity solutions and disaster recovery and network connectivity services.  All CoreLink solutions are designed to meet and exceed the market's demand for security, scalability and continuous availability.

CoreLink provides all its customers with the following benefits:

    --  100 percent uptime Service Level Agreements for mission critical
        applications;
    --  The ability to scale up or down without the usual data center
        constraints;
    --  Reduced operating costs due to outsourcing;
    --  CoreLink's state-of-the-art data center design and industry expertise.

Contact CoreLink Data Centers for more information about Las Vegas data center services, including managed services and enterprise hosting or call 866-435-2375.

About CoreLink

CoreLink is a leading data center hosting and managed services provider of critical infrastructure services delivered on a "state of the art," robust and environmentally friendly technology platform. By leveraging data centers in Chicago, Las Vegas, Phoenix, and Seattle with access to massive and diverse network connectivity, CoreLink delivers small, medium and large enterprise customers and service providers with high quality and uniquely agile, data center services. CoreLink's focus on aligning customer needs with the proper solution, combined with a relentless focus on service, provides the flexibility and peace of mind all businesses require from a data center provider.

For more information, please call 866.435.2375 or visit our website or check out more at CoreLink Data Centers' blog, CoreLink on Facebook and @corelinkdata on Twitter.

SOURCE  CoreLink Data Centers, LLC

CoreLink Data Centers, LLC

CONTACT: Megan Parker of S&S Public Relations, +1-847-415-9326, mparker@sspr.com, for CoreLink Data Centers, LLC

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

Recyclebank Announces Acquisition of GreenYour

Company to incorporate go-to guide for green living; founder Andrew Shapiro to join Sustainability Advisory Council

NEW YORK, May 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Recyclebank®, the company that rewards people for taking everyday green actions with discounts and deals from local and national businesses, today announced the acquisition of GreenYour, the go-to guide for green living. The GreenYour website has aggregated hundreds of eco-friendly tips and thousands of products to help people live a more sustainable life. It was launched in 2008 by Andrew Shapiro and the leadership team of GreenOrder, the environmental strategy firm founded by Shapiro. In addition, Recyclebank announced that Shapiro has joined the company's Sustainability Advisory Council.

Acquiring GreenYour is a key element in Recyclebank's mission to expand into other areas of sustainability, broadening its reach beyond its foundational home recycling and energy reduction programs to show members other changes they can make to live greener--and get rewarded for doing so. The success of Recyclebank's recent Green Your Home Challenge not only indicates that people are very willing to learn about how to live greener, but also that integrating challenges and rewards into this education can translate into offline action. In addition to incorporating GreenYour into its site, Recyclebank also plans to produce additional green living content that will educate individuals on how to make all aspects of their lives more eco-friendly.

"This is a natural step in Recyclebank's evolution to broaden our definition of green actions. The GreenYour content will be a huge asset as we expand the ways we reward people for working towards a more sustainable lifestyle," said Jonathan Hsu, CEO of Recyclebank. "We are also thrilled to have Andrew's insight and experience on our Sustainability Advisory Council. He has been an influential voice on environmental innovation in business for more than a decade, and has built a career and a pioneering consulting firm around the idea that sustainability can be a critical driver of profitable growth."

Shapiro is a widely recognized leader in sustainability and business strategy whose diverse background as a consultant, journalist, lecturer and attorney enables him to provide the integrated perspective that today's complex sustainability challenges require. He founded GreenOrder in 2000 and has developed it into a pioneering firm, which Fortune in 2007 called "the go-to consulting company for green business," and which became part of LRN in 2008. Since 2004, he has worked closely with General Electric's senior management on the creation and implementation of its award-winning, multibillion-dollar "ecomagination" initiative. Shapiro is also co-founder of GO Ventures, which creates and invests in cleantech and green businesses--including GreenYour, which GO Ventures founded and incubated.

"Neil Black, Nicholas Eisenberger, Peter Shapiro and I started GreenYour to show people how they can green all aspects of their lives, and we think Recyclebank's innovative rewards platform is an excellent complement, as it can incentivize people to make these simple changes," said Shapiro. "We look forward to working with the company to integrate GreenYour into its platform, and I am thrilled to join the Sustainability Advisory Council during this exciting time of Recyclebank's evolution and expansion into other areas of sustainability."

ABOUT RECYCLEBANK

Recyclebank® helps create a more sustainable future by rewarding people for taking everyday green actions with discounts and deals from more than 3,000 local and national businesses. Through its online platform and partnerships with municipalities, haulers, small businesses and corporate brands, Recyclebank is empowering individuals to make a collective impact on the environment by increasing household recycling, reducing household energy usage and learning to live greener lives. Recognized as a Technology Pioneer by the World Economic Forum, a Champion of the Earth by the United Nations Environment Programme and for Outstanding Excellence in Public/Private Partnerships from the U.S. Conference of Mayors, Recyclebank is headquartered in New York City. For more information, visit http://www.Recyclebank.com. 

MEDIA CONTACT
Tyler Perry | The Bateman Group for Recyclebank
(718) 576-2463 | recyclebank@bateman-group.com

SOURCE  Recyclebank

Recyclebank

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

Sonus Announces an IP Packet Exchange Solution for Fixed and Mobile Markets

Low-Cost, High-Capacity, Feature-Rich IPX Solution for Interconnect Providers

WESTFORD, Mass., May 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Sonus Networks, Inc. (Nasdaq: SONS), a market leader in next-generation IP-based network solutions, today announced the availability of an IP Packet Exchange (IPX) solution for fixed and mobile networks. The Sonus solution supports IPX features defined by industry organizations such as i3Forum and GSMA, along with session-aware value-added features that Sonus has defined.  These features fall into three broad categories: signaling interworking, media transcoding and centralized routing and policy. 

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This solution leverages the common software base of Sonus's NBS9000(TM) and NBS5200(TM)session border controllers, which form its core.  The NBS products are complemented by the Sonus Network Analytics Suite, which actively monitors the customer's quality of experience, and the PSX(TM) Centralized Routing and Policy Server that supports intelligent policy-based routing.  Sonus's NBS family of session border controllers provide robust session control, media transcoding and security for both legacy networks in transition and the next generation of pure IP communications. Both the NBS5200 and NBS9000 have received Performance Verified Certification from Miercom Labs to deliver extraordinary performance even under the most adverse of conditions.

As mobile operators start to deploy 4G LTE networks, service-aware IPX service will play an increasingly important role in enabling roaming. Similarly, in fixed networks, the migration from TDM to IP will increase the need for service-aware IPX capability.

"BICS is constantly seeking to remain at the forefront and is offering its customers a feature-rich IPX solution," said Pierre-Andre Rulmont, CTO of BICS a Belgacom company.  "It is therefore important for us to be able to count upon a good supplier for the underlying technology, which Sonus has proven to be. We are very pleased with the overall functionalities as well as the performance results of the Sonus IPX solution running on the NBS family of session border controllers."

The Sonus IPX solution delivers the functionality that Interconnect Providers need to maximize the benefits of their IPX deployment: robust security, efficient QoS control, SLA-based call admission control, and CDR generation. Additional IPX features supported include a range of signaling interworking, wireline, wireless, and high-definition (HD) media transcoding, 3GPP standards conformance, IPV4/IPV6 transport and services interworking, robust overload handling, and enhanced routing. The Sonus solution allows IPX Providers to offer ENUM services.

"The value-added features in our SBC products go well beyond the connectivity and security offered by a stand-alone SBC," said David Tipping, vice president of product management and marketing at Sonus. "The IPX solution is an example of how the inherent capabilities of our SBC can be utilized to provide additional value to the customer." 

About Sonus Networks

Sonus Networks, Inc. is a leader in IP networking with proven expertise in delivering secure, reliable and scalable next-generation infrastructure and subscriber solutions.  With customers in over 50 countries across the globe and over a decade of experience in transforming networks to IP, Sonus has enabled service providers and enterprises to capture and retain users and generate significant ROI.  Sonus products include media and signaling gateways, policy/routing servers, session border controllers and subscriber feature servers.  Sonus products are supported by a global services team with experience in design, deployment and maintenance of some of the world's largest and most complex IP networks.  For more information visit  http://www.sonusnet.com.

This release may contain forward-looking statements regarding future events that involve risks and uncertainties. Readers are cautioned that these forward-looking statements are only predictions and may differ materially from actual future events or results.  Readers are referred to Item 1A "Risk Factors" of Sonus' Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2010 and all subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, which identify important risk factors that could cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements.  Any forward-looking statements represent Sonus' views only as of today and should not be relied upon as representing Sonus' views as of any subsequent date.  While Sonus may elect to update forward-looking statements at some point, Sonus specifically disclaims any obligation to do so, except as required by law.

Sonus is a registered trademark of Sonus Networks, Inc.  All other company and product names may be trademarks of the respective companies with which they are associated.

For more information, please contact:

Sonus Networks:
Aline Kaplan
alkaplan@sonusnet.com
+1 978-614-8167

Paul Roberts
sonus@daviesmurphy.com
+1 781-418-2418

SOURCE  Sonus Networks, Inc.

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Sonus Networks, Inc.

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

Nukona Enables Enterprise IT to Secure, Deploy and Manage Mobile Apps, Corporate Data on Personal Devices

Organizations Can Create Private App Store and Ensure Secured Apps for Any Apple or Android Device

SAN DIEGO, May 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- As more employees use personal smartphones and tablets for work, it becomes increasingly vital for enterprises to protect sensitive corporate data. To address this growing need, Nukona, Inc. today launched the Nukona App Center(TM), an enterprise-grade mobile application management and security service that enables IT organizations to secure, deploy and manage corporate apps on both company and employee-owned mobile devices.

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By securely separating corporate and personal apps and data, Nukona enables employee-owned devices to be used at work, while ensuring that peoples' personal apps and data are left intact, private and under their personal control.

Nukona App Center provides a comprehensive service comprised of three key components:

    --  A private, corporate-branded app store that can be created in just a few
        minutes to deploy applications; apply policies, including customized
        access and tiered privacy controls while enabling sophisticated
        management features, such as pinpoint corporate app revocation.
    --  Nukona AppWrap, which automatically "wraps" a layer of mobile security
        around both native and web applications. Apps are secured with no SDK or
        additional effort required by the developer. This allows enterprise IT
        to apply enterprise policies and security levels to the app and the data
        it manages without requiring the app developer to become a mobile
        security expert.
    --  Mobile Device Management (MDM) enables an IT administrator to assert
        basic controls over the devices, including wipe, revoke and set password
        policies.

"Consumer devices are invading the enterprise - opening companies up to significant security and data access vulnerabilities," said Chris Perret, co-founder and CEO of Nukona.  "IT organizations must be able to easily maintain control of corporate apps and data in a way that goes beyond simple mobile device management.  In addition to securing mobile devices, Nukona enables enterprises to quickly enable developers to create apps for deployment onto mobile devices without having to become experts in mobile security."

Nukona App Center is available in two editions. The Standard Edition includes the private app store and mobile device management for Android devices. It is available for full production use - free of charge - for up to 250 devices. The Enterprise Edition adds AppWrap and a number of other enterprise-oriented features for deployment, management and security. It is priced per subscriber.

"Nukona's goal is to help enterprises manage the risks inherent in having employee-owned devices as part of the corporate landscape," Perret continued. "In so doing, we enable organizations to gain competitive advantage by grasping the opportunities afforded by the latest advances in consumer mobile technology."

To get started with your own private app store or for more information, visit http://www.nukona.com.

About Nukona

Nukona is a mobile management company that enables IT organizations to easily secure, deploy and manage business applications and enterprise data on company-owned and personal mobile devices. Nukona is headquartered in San Diego with offices in San Jose, Calif. Follow Nukona on Twitter for the latest information at @nukonainc.

Contact:Megan Hyde, for Nukona540-239-8386mhyde@comunicano.com

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Pricetector Acquires Shopping Price Alerts Leader Price Protectr

LOS GATOS, Calif., May 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Pricetector, a private Social Loyalty company, today announced that it has acquired Price Protectr LLC, the recognized leader in price-alert services, for an undisclosed sum.

"Priceprotectr.com has earned great recognition for having saved consumers millions of dollars through their innovative price-alert services," said Rob Levy, Pricetector Founder and CEO.  "We look forward to incorporating their technology into our Social Loyalty platform.  Current and future users can expect major enhancements in the coming months that will make it easier for consumers to save more money in more ways."

As part of the transition, the Price Protectr team will stay on as strategic consultants as Pricetector makes final its preparations for launch.

"We are thrilled to be working with Pricetector and are looking forward to their launch later this year," said Price Protectr CEO, James Wallace. "Price Protectr will live on as the foundation for Pricetetor's Social Loyalty platform."

"Early in our engagement, they saw our innovative approach to helping people save money," said Tim Tonella, President of Price Protectr. He continued, "With the additional capital and resources that Pricetector brings, the value of the platform can grow exponentially."

"Price Protectr has been our pride and joy for a long time," said Dave Cohen, Price Protectr co-founder and CTO. "We look forward to this next phase being even more successful than the last."

The acquisition heralds Pricetector's strategic and aggressive investment in preparation to launch and lead the Social Loyalty revolution.  The U.S. retail market is over $1.8 trillion per year. Unveiling later in 2011, Pricetector intends to fundamentally change the relationship between retailers and their customers by creating a platform that rewards both the retailer and the consumer and creates a sustained mutually beneficial relationship.

About Pricetector, Inc.

Founded in 2011, Pricetector's mission is to lead the Social Loyalty revolution.  Currently operating in stealth mode, Pricetector recently completed a large funding round with a well-known private investor.

About Price Protectr LLC

Founded in 2006, Price Protectr LLC is the leading provider of consumer price-alert services.  Having tracked more than $50 million of consumer purchases and delivered more that $3 million in money-saving alerts, Price Protectr was recently recognized as one of Entrepreneur magazine's "Brilliant Companies" of 2011.

Contact:
Paul Patterson
(408)580-0100 x202
info@pricetector.com

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Matrix42 Delivers Industry's First Virtual Desktop Management Solution to Support all Phases of the Citrix Desktop Transformation Model

Supports assessment, migration and operation of Citrix XenDesktop 5 environments

SAN FRANCISCO, May 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- /Citrix Synergy/ --  Matrix42 (http://www.matrix42.com), a leading supplier of workplace management solutions, today enhanced its client lifecycle management solution with support for Citrix XenDesktop 5. Matrix42 is the industry's first management solution to support all three phases of the Citrix Desktop Transformation Model, allowing companies to assess virtual desktop readiness, automate the migration process and ensure smooth operation of the virtual environment.

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Assessment, migration and operation

Matrix42 now supports all areas of the Citrix Desktop Transformation model, including infrastructure assessment, migration, and operations.

    --  Assessment: Matrix42 provides out-of-the-box reports showing which
        machines are capable of running a virtual desktop. Application usage
        data helps target only applications actively in use, while additional
        reports show which applications can easily be virtualized.
    --  Migration: Matrix42 assists during migration to virtual desktops, both
        through preparation and deployment of the hosted virtual desktop (HVD)
        infrastructure and also by automating the process of migrating from
        physical to virtual machines - software, user settings and data.
    --  Operation: Matrix42 helps with ongoing operation of the virtual
        environment in several ways, including the ability to quickly add
        capacity to the server farm, deliver new HVDs on request, manage ongoing
        software rollouts and patching, and managing license compliance across
        both physical and virtual environments.

Enhanced desktop virtualization support

In addition to supporting the latest version of XenDesktop, the new version of Matrix42 also supports VMware vSphere 4.1, Citrix XenServer 5.6 Service Pack 1 and Microsoft Hyper-V2008 R2 SP1. It allows IT to create and manage disks via Machine Creation Services, which enables SMB customers to easily introduce and use virtual desktops without building a large-scale infrastructure. The solution also supports complete snapshot management for virtual machines, which allows full automation of the hypervisor infrastructure including start, stop, backup and recovery to previous snapshots.

Two decades of desktop management experience

Citrix makes the leading virtual desktop technology on the market, and Matrix42 brings twenty years experience in managing the desktop environment. This powerful combination means customers can be confident in a smooth physical-to-virtual transition and efficient, cost-effective ongoing operation. The Matrix42 desktop virtualization solution can be purchased from either Matrix42 or BMC as part of the BMC BladeLogic Client Automation solution.

About Matrix42

Matrix42 is the leading supplier for Workplace Management solutions. Matrix42 Workplace Management enables the seamless management of physical and virtual environments. It combines Client Lifecycle, Cloud, SaaS, Virtualization and Service Management into a holistic solution enabling users to have transparent access to their data and services everywhere, from any virtual or physical device at any time. Founded in 1992, Matrix42, with headquarters near Frankfurt Germany, has been established in the dynamic IT market for almost 20 years. Over 3 million clients are managed by Matrix42 software at more than 1,500 customers worldwide including market-leading enterprises such as Infineon, Magna, Lufthansa Systems and Puma and integrators like T-Systems, Raiffeisen IT, msg systems and Bechtle.  In early 2008, Matrix42 became part of the Asseco Group.  With over 8,000 employees and a market capitalization of around 1.2 billion Euros, Asseco is one of the largest European software companies.

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CONTACT: Michelle Cormier of InkHouse, +1-781-791-4552, matrix42pr@inkhouse.net, for Matrix42

Web Site: http://www.matrix42.com

Morgenthaler Announces DC to VC: HIT Startup Showcase

Nationwide pitch-a-thon launched to find the best health IT startup ideas across the US

MENLO PARK, Calif., May 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Morgenthaler Ventures, a leading venture capital firm, announced today a nationwide contest called "DC to VC: HIT Startup Showcase" to find the best startup ideas in health information technology (HIT). The competition is open to any US entrepreneur seeking seed or Series-A funding for startups that are applying cutting-edge technology to improve the quality and delivery of healthcare. Applications are being accepted today through August 9, 2011 at http://www.dctovc.com. Ten finalists will be selected and offered the chance to present in front of 200 venture capitalists, angel investors and entrepreneurs on September 22, 2011.

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Held at Microsoft's auditorium in Mountain View, the HIT Startup Showcase will include presentations by Washington, DC policymakers as well as leading VCs and angel investors. Last year's DC to VC summit featured keynotes from Aneesh Chopra, chief technology officer of the United States and Todd Park, chief technology officer of the Department of Health and Human Services.

"This is an incredibly exciting time to be in health IT," said Rebecca Lynn, partner at Morgenthaler Ventures. "We have the technology, government programs and popular support to change what's broken. We need smart entrepreneurs and engineers to think big: tackle the most intractable problems, create robust platforms and not just features, and take on large organizations that are not innovating. This is the perfect time to answer the call to improve our healthcare system and make good money at the same time."

The second annual event is being organized by Morgenthaler Ventures, with co-organizers Health 2.0, Practice Fusion and Silicon Valley Bank; and sponsors, Gunderson Dettmer and Microsoft.

Partners include leading health IT incubators, angel investors, VCs and entrepreneurial groups at top universities- including Rock Health, Blueprint Healthcare IT, Band of Angels, Medstars, SD Forum, Health 2.0 Accelerator, Stanford BASES, Stanford School of Medicine, Berkeley Entrepreneurs Association, Harvard University, Princeton University, Olin University and Carnegie Mellon.

Judges include Jeff Tangney, founder of Epocrates and Doximity; Ryan Howard, founder of Practice Fusion; Brian Ascher, partner at Venrock; Alex de Winter, partner at MDV; and Rebecca Lynn, partner at Morgenthaler Ventures.

How it Works

Contestants need to be legal residents of the US or employees of privately-held companies based in the US. The judges will select five finalists in two categories - making it ten finalists in total. Categories are:

    --  Very early-stage companies - under 2 years old and have received less
        than $500K in funding
    --  Series A-ready companies - under 3 years old and have received less than
        $1.5M in funding

Applications will be evaluated based on the promise of the venture, addressable market size, founding teams, and use of innovative technology and business models. For Series-A ready companies, customer traction will be an additional factor.

Contestants are invited to submit an online application by August 9, 2011. Ten finalists will be announced by August 15, 2011. Each finalist will be paired with a mentor, including top VCs and HIT startup founders, to help them prepare for their on-stage presentations on September 22, 2011. Finalists will present to a panel of judges in two groups (five in the very early-stage group and five in the Series-A ready group). With judges offering commentary, the winners of the two groups will be selected by the audience via instant-voting technology. To apply or learn more, visit http://www.dctovc.com. Everyone is invited to follow the conversation live on Twitter before and during the showcase using the hashtag #DCtoVC.

Example HIT Solutions

This competition includes, but is not limited to, health IT solutions in these areas:

    --  decision support - proactive approaches for anticipating health issues
    --  personal health data applications
    --  analytical tool development
    --  data visualization
    --  health information exchange models
    --  mobile monitoring & tracking
    --  workflow
    --  clinical efficiency
    --  telemedicine
    --  does NOT include biotech or medical devices

About Morgenthaler Ventures

Morgenthaler Ventures is a premier venture capital firm, dedicated to helping entrepreneurs build valuable companies for more than 40 years. It currently has $3 billion under management, including $400 million in its ninth fund. Morgenthaler has invested in approximately 300 companies in the information technology and life science sectors. Representative portfolio companies in the IT space include: Practice Fusion, Evernote, NexTag, Siri, Lending Club, Pageonce, Socrata, Nominum, JasperSoft, MuleSource, Peregrine Semiconductor, Cortina, Nuance Communications, Apple and NEXTEL. The firm's IT Team is focused on early-stage investments and is headquartered in Menlo Park, CA. http://www.morgenthaler.com/ventures.

About Health 2.0:  Health 2.0--The conference. The media network. The Innovation community. The Health 2.0 Conference is the leading showcase of cutting-edge technologies in health care, including online communities, search and lightweight tools for consumers to manage their health and connect to providers online. The Health 2.0 Developer Challenge is a series of prize competitions promoting health technology innovation. Health 2.0 also has its own media channels, Health 2.0 News and Health 2.0 TV; its own market intelligence service, Health 2.0 Advisors; and also sponsors the Health 2.0 Accelerator industry consortium. Health 2.0 was founded by Indu Subaiya and Matthew Holt in 2007 and is now a community of hundreds of organizations and thousands of innovators. For more information, see http://www.health2con.com.

About Practice Fusion

Practice Fusion provides a free, web-based Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system to physicians. With charting, scheduling, e-prescribing, billing, lab integrations, referral letters, unlimited support and a Personal Health Record for patients, Practice Fusion's EMR addresses the complex needs of today's healthcare providers and disrupts the health IT status quo. Practice Fusion is the fastest growing EHR community in the country with more than 80,000 users serving 11 million patients. The company closed a $23 million Series B round of financing led by Founders Fund in April 2011, with participation from Artis Capital Management and Glynn Capital Management, as well as returning investors Morgenthaler Ventures and Felicis Ventures. Practice Fusion's Series A round included $7 million was led by Morgenthaler Ventures, and the company was seeded by Band of Angels and Felicis Ventures. For more information about Practice Fusion, please visit practicefusion.com.

About Silicon Valley Bank

Silicon Valley Bank provides commercial banking services to emerging growth and mature companies in the technology, life science, private equity and premium wine industries. Through its focus on specialized markets and extensive knowledge of the people and business issues driving them, Silicon Valley Bank provides a level of service and partnership that measurably impacts its clients' success. Founded in 1983 and headquartered in Santa Clara, Calif., the company serves clients around the world through 26 U.S. offices and seven international operations. Silicon Valley Bank is a member of global financial services firm SVB Financial Group (NASDAQ: SIVB). More information on the company can be found at http://www.svb.com.

Media Contacts:Ching Wu - ching@morgenthaler.com 650-388-7620Helen Phung - hphung@practicefusion.com 415-992-7726

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GameFly, Inc. Acquires Direct2Drive From IGN Entertainment

LOS ANGELES, May 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- GameFly, Inc., the leading online video game rental subscription service, today announced the acquisition of IGN Entertainment's Direct2Drive.com (D2D), a leader in digital distribution of video games. D2D, the popular digital retailer, will continue providing more than 3,000 PC and Mac titles for gamers to purchase and download digitally. As part of the transaction, IGN will gain a minority equity stake in GameFly, but will play no direct role in GameFly's operations or governance.  News Corporation will take an observer seat on GameFly's board.

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"We're very excited to bring the D2D team onboard at GameFly and expand our ability to deliver games to consumers," said David Hodess, CEO of GameFly. "Only GameFly can offer a complete library of physical and digital games for the PC, Mac and consoles in one place."

"GameFly has been an innovator in the video games industry, and it continues to evolve with the expansion of its digital offering. We're excited to continue working and partnering with GameFly moving forward," said Jorge Espinel, EVP of Strategy and Corporate Development for News Corp. Digital Media Group and GameFly's board observer.

Terms of the deal are not disclosed.

About IGN Entertainment

IGN Entertainment is the leading Internet media and services provider focused on the video game and entertainment enthusiast markets.  Collectively, IGN's properties reached more than 70 million unique users worldwide in February 2011, according to Internet audience measurement firm comScore.  IGN's network of video game-related properties (IGN.com, 1Up.com, GameSpy, FilePlanet, TeamXbox and others) is the Web's leading video game information destination.  IGN also owns the leading men's lifestyle website AskMen.com, as well as men's entertainment site UGO.com, and provides technology for online game play in video games. IGN is headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, with offices across North America, Europe and Australia. 

About GameFly, Inc.

GameFly, the leading online video game rental subscription service, allows subscribers to rent one or more video games concurrently, with no due dates, late fees or shipping charges for a fixed monthly fee starting at $15.95 a month.  Subscribers select titles and manage their GameQ online from the GameFly website at http://www.gamefly.com or from its GameFly mobile application for iOS, Android and Palm devices. Users receive games via First-Class Mail and return them to GameFly at their convenience using prepaid mailers. In addition to selling video games through the "Keep" feature, GameFly also sells new and used video games to subscribers and others through the website.  To complement GameFly's subscription service and video game sales, the company operates a network of advertising-supported websites that provide video game content and information under the GameFly Media brand. 

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CONTACT: Ryh-Ming Poon, VP, Public Relations, GameFly, Inc., +1-424-603-6913, rpoon@gamefly.com; or Kris Sharbaugh, Sr. Communications Manager, IGN Entertainment, +1-415-896-3450, desk, ksharbaugh@ign.com

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

New SlimCleaner Software Uses Social Networking to Improve PC Performance

SlimCleaner Gives Consumers Community-Based Recommendations in Real Time To Clean, Speed Up and Optimize Their Computer

D'IBERVILLE, Miss., May 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --SlimWare Utilities today announced the market launch of SlimCleaner, the first software to use social networking for PC repair and optimization. SlimCleaner combines a powerful PC cleaning engine with a community of users who provide real-time feedback to improve computer performance. SlimCleaner is available for free download at http://www.slimcleaner.com.

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"We've turned the world of PC maintenance upside down," said Chris Cope, CEO of SlimWare Utilities. "We've thrown out the old playbook of static, centralized PC optimization and given consumers an interactive community where they can make and receive recommendations in real-time that are customized to their own individual PC."

At its core, SlimCleaner provides all the essential tools for cleaning and optimizing a PC, scanning and offering information that consumers can use to improve their machine's speed and performance, based on the collective intelligence of SlimCleaner's global community.

To end users, SlimCleaner is like using popular social networks and Web-based rating systems. SlimCleaner lets consumers create a personalized Wall where they can write assessments about various items on their PC, earn badges, build out a "trust" network (friend network), communicate with other SlimCleaner users and "like" or "unlike" each others' ratings.

"We use social networking and community-sourced feedback to tell people what's on their machine, and what they can do about it. It's like having an army of tech-savvy geeks helping you maintain your computer," Cope said.

SlimCleaner first launched as a public beta at the Black Hat Conference in July 2010. Since then, more than 150,000 users have joined the SlimWare community and provided information to help refine the product's community-powered features.

A Crowd-Sourced, Cloud-Based, Social Network for PC Maintenance

SlimCleaner lets consumers:

    1. Clean, optimize and maintain their PCs safely with the fastest cleaning
       engine on the market.
    2. View descriptions for items that are on their PC, see what the community
       thinks of those items and whether or not the community finds them useful.
    3. Provide their own ratings, comments and reviews for items and
       applications on their PC.
    4. Access multiple antivirus scanners running in the cloud.

The Industry's Fastest Cleaning Engine

SlimCleaner's new cleaning engine is fast and powerful, analyzing entire computers in as little as one second. SlimCleaner's optimization engine uses a real-time stream from the cloud to compare against community feedback and make recommendations about which applications to keep or remove. By accessing this contributive cloud, SlimCleaner obtains the latest information about software, startups and toolbars, no matter how recent.

SlimCleaner Key Features and Functions:

    --  Cleaning: The industry's fastest, most robust engine for analyzing and
        cleaning unneeded files that slow down a PC.
    --  Optimization: The world's first cloud-based optimization engine that
        allows users to adjust  startups and services that impact PC
        performance, using community-powered feedback.
    --  SlimWare AV Cloud Access: Lets users scan startup vectors for viruses
        and view results based on multiple antivirus engines.
    --  "More Info" Dialogs: Dialog boxes that give detailed information about
        what an item on a PC does and how the community views it, including peer
        reviews, "what should I do?" and comments from other users.
    --  Granular Controls: Adjustable filters let users identify unneeded
        software and startups in seconds.
    --  Badges: In addition to a personalized Wall, registered users earn badges
        and rewards based on various factors, such as accuracy of their ratings.
        The Wall contains users' personal profiles, ratings' history, comments
        and trust network - whom they trust and who trusts them.
    --  Uninstaller: The first community-powered uninstaller with access to
        SlimWare Utilities' community feedback, reviews and comments.
    --  Shredder: Removes items with up to 35 overwrite passes.
    --  Hijack Log:  Scans for startup items, toolbars, BHOs, ActiveX controls,
        browser plug-ins and other third-party or malicious items that can
        "hijack" or modify a system, as well as direct access to SlimWare's
        cloud of antivirus scanners, or alternatively, VirusTotal, using the
        VirusTotal public API.
    --  Windows Tools: Conveniently organizes system tools and settings in one
        easy interface.
    --  100% Portable:  Make USB copies of SlimCleaner onto flash drives
        directly from the application. SlimCleaner retains its cloud data in a
        proprietary database format, which gives users offline access to many of
        SlimCleaner's commonly used features.

"Time Matters" Sweepstakes

In addition, to celebrate this fast, new PC cleaning software, consumers can enter the "Time Matters" sweepstakes between now and May 28 for the chance to win a Tag Heuer watch, or two ultra-thin limited edition laptops. Consumers can enter the sweepstakes online at http://www.facebook.com/SlimWareUtilities. Terms and conditions may apply. The contest ends May 28, 2011, at 11:00 p.m. PT.

SlimCleaner is the newest product in a suite of PC utility software from SlimWare Utilities, makers of SlimComputer and SlimDrivers. For more information about SlimCleaner, please visit http://www.slimwareutilities.com.

About SlimWare Utilities

SlimWare Utilities automates the solutions to the world's computer problems. Our products use cloud technology and community feedback to develop software and services that clean, speed up and optimize personal computers. By providing products that improve PC performance, establish connections and increase efficiencies among consumers' Internet devices, SlimWare Utilities enhances how consumers manage and interact with their data - whether on their PC, tablet or mobile device. SlimWare Utilities products organize data and establish smoother, faster compatibility between operating systems and devices to help make all of a consumer's computer functions run better, faster and more effectively. Headquartered near Biloxi, Mississippi, SlimWare Utilities' cloud-based, crowd-sourced software provides consumers with personalized applications developed from the community input of IT users everywhere. For more information, please visit http://www.slimwareutilities.com.

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CONTACT: Carla Shaw, +1-404-242-6267, cshaw@slimwareutilities.com

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

Dungeons & Dragons: Daggerdale Now Available

D&D Title Hacks and Slashes its way to Xbox LIVE Arcade for Xbox 360 and Windows PC Retail

LOS ANGELES, May 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The original standard for fantasy roleplaying is taking another step in its storied pop culture history as the Dalelands of the Forgotten Realms is brought to life for gamers and fantasy enthusiasts across the world. Atari, one of the world's most recognized publishers and producers of interactive entertainment and Bedlam Games announced today the release of the highly anticipated Dungeons & Dragons: Daggerdale on Xbox LIVE® Arcade for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Windows PC.

Media have rallied around Dungeons & Dragons: Daggerdale's console based hack and slash qualities in the RPG genre:

    --  "Daggerdale is a hack and slash loot fest..." - G4

    --  "At its heart, Daggerdale is all about dungeon crawling, baddie-bashing,
        and loot-scoring - and I don't mean that in a derogatory way..." -
        RPGFan

    --  "Upon the lofty pedestal, you discover an ancient artifact known as the
        controller..." - GamesRevolution

    --  "...the way Dungeons & Dragons was always meant to be played." - GamePro

Dungeons & Dragons: Daggerdale, a hack and slash action role playing game set in the deep mythology of the Forgotten Realms, is the first Dungeons & Dragons video gamefor connected consoles.  Players are summoned by a mysterious mage and given the duty of defending their homeland as Rezlus, an evil Zhentarim Cleric looks to bring the power of the Black Lord Bane to Daggerdale. Restore order to the Dalelands by unlocking the secrets of the Mines of Tethyamar, defeating the evil within the treacherous Tower of the Void, leading to the final confrontation with Rezlus himself.

Players can take on the role of the melee expert Human Fighter, the quick and nimble Elven Rogue, the master of the arcane arts Halfling Wizard, and the powerful divine Dwarven Cleric.  Gamers use intuitive pick-up-and-play combat combined with a wide assortment of weapons, feats and powers to defeat a wide range of deadly enemies. Players can level their character, unlocking three tiers of powers, and an extensive list of feats to create a truly unique character.  As the player levels, they can add additional attribute points to their ability scores, further enhancing the performance of the character. The action-packed RPG gameplay allows for solo and co-op play for up to four players.

Dungeons & Dragons: Daggerdale carries a suggested Windows PC retail price of $14.99 and is available on XBLA for 1200 Microsoft Points.

For more information, please log onto http://www.atari.com.

ABOUT ATARI, SA

Atari group is a global creator, producer and publisher of interactive entertainment.  Atari's brands and content are available across all key traditional and digital distribution touch points, including browser-based and social online platforms, Windows PC, consoles from Microsoft, Nintendo and Sony Computer Entertainment America, and advanced smart phones (i.e. iPhone, Android and RIM devices).  Divisions of Atari, SA include Cryptic Studios, Eden Studios, Atari Interactive, Inc. and Atari, Inc.

Atari benefits from the strength of its worldwide brand and its extensive catalogue of contemporary classic game franchises (Asteroids®, Centipede®, Missile Command®, Lunar Lander®), original owned franchises (Test Drive®, Backyard Sports®, Deer Hunter®), MMO games from Cryptic Studios (Star Trek(TM) Online, Champions(TM)) and third party franchises (Ghostbusters®, Rollercoaster Tycoon®, Dungeons and Dragons®). Atari also leverages the power of its franchises to deliver movies and merchandise to consumers around the world.

For more information please visit: http://www.atari.com

© 2011 Atari SA All rights reserved.

Atari word mark and logo are trademarks owned by Atari Interactive, Inc.

© 2011 Hasbro, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Dungeons & Dragons, D&D, Dungeons & Dragons Daggerdale, and Forgotten Realms are trademarks of Wizards of the Coast LLC in the USA and other countries and are used with permission.

Windows, Xbox, Xbox 360 and Xbox LIVE are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies.

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CONTACT: Tiyson Reynolds, Atari, +1-310-806-6195, tiyson.reynolds@atari.com; Debra Duffy, DKC, +1-212-981-5129, debra_duffy@dkcnews.com

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

Groupacho Launches Latino-Centric Daily Deals Website in Los Angeles

Groupacho.com Kicks-Off with Major Discounts for La Fonda Restaurant and EZ Lube

LOS ANGELES, May 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Groupacho, the newest innovator in the burgeoning daily deals market, is launching its website today, offering discounts on L.A.'s hottest restaurants, clubs, retail shops, and events. Groupacho will focus on deals that reflect the lifestyle of Latino families in Los Angeles. In its debut week, Groupacho has partnered with La Fonda Restaurant and EZ Lube to showcase the quality and diversity of its deals.

"Groupacho aims to highlight the Latin flavor of Los Angeles with its rich culture, taste and social lifestyle," said President and Founder David Barr. "No matter whom you are and where you live in Los Angeles, you will discover our city's wonderful Latin heritage and welcoming spirit through Groupacho deals. We invite everyone to join our site as we'll be scouring the city for the hippest and most authentic Latin scenes to deliver big savings on the best local merchants."

Deal-a-day websites such as Groupacho have changed local advertising, delivering faster results than other marketing methods. Retailers receive immediate revenue and can see exactly how many customers an offer generates. It's a new category of commerce that has changed how companies from hair salons to car washes market their products and services.

Groupacho benefits businesses that want to increase their customer base and reach out to the fast growing Hispanic consumer market. In the U.S., the Hispanic population has grown 43% since 2000 to more than 50 million, and Los Angeles boasts the largest Hispanic community in the country. Latinos represent 47.1 percent of the total population in L.A. alone.

"There are nearly 30 million Hispanics online, representing at least 60% of the total Hispanic population. We look forward to bringing these online shoppers unbeatable deals from top local businesses, while creating new revenue streams for area merchants by tapping into the large Hispanic population," Barr said.

Groupacho's site will launch in English with the aim of reaching a bicultural, bilingual consumer. The company will also be sponsoring kick-off events throughout the metropolitan area in the coming months starting with a launch party at La Fonda on June 25th.  Other upcoming events include co-sponsored events with future featured merchants and an appearance at the Columbian Festival on July 17th at the Pico Rivera Sports Arena.

"We are proud to partner with Groupacho to share with consumers a chance to enjoy the ultimate Mexican experience at the first restaurant in the country to showcase a live Mariachi dinner show.  La Fonda is the perfect destination for any celebration; indulge with exquisite food, delicious signature cocktails incorporated with a world-renowned Mariachi performance by Mariachi Los Reyes! While enjoying your Groupacho discount, " said La Fonda Owner Jimmy Roca.

About Groupacho

Groupacho celebrates the Latino lifestyle in Los Angeles, featuring top deals from L.A.'s hottest restaurants, clubs, retail shops, and events at half the cost. Groupacho uses collective buying power to offer unbeatable prices and provide a new revenue stream for local merchants and organizations looking to tap into the prominent Hispanic market. For more information, visit http://www.groupacho.com.

To get Groupacho's daily free email for the best in Los Angeles, subscribe at http://www.groupacho.com

To learn more on how to become a featured business on Groupacho, contact David Barr at David@groupacho.com.

SOURCE  Groupacho

Groupacho

CONTACT: Stephen Chavez, +1-310-486-4104, Stephen@chavezmc.com, for Groupacho

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

Dome9 Launches the World's First Secure Firewall Management as a Service for Cloud Servers

The Only Dynamic Front-line Defence Security Solution on the Market is now Publicly Available; Announces Funding from Opus Capital Ventures

TEL AVIV, Israel, May 25, 2011/PRNewswire/ --     Dome9 Security announces the public availability of their new cloud
server security service (http://www.dome9.com/overview), the only secure
firewall management platform available for Cloud, Virtual Private Servers
(VPS), Dedicated servers and Amazon's EC2 Security Groups. This unique
security-management-as-a-service platform is now available for beta, allowing
easy deployment, configuration, and management of security policies using
standard operating system security elements.

    "Cloud technology has seen extraordinary growth within the hosting
industry. With the Dome9 platform, cloud hosting providers can finally offer
a scalable service that enables top of the line security for their customers"
said Dome9 co-founder and CEO Zohar Alon. "The fact that most hosted cloud
servers are protected by just a username and password is alarming. Cloud
providers simply can't scale yesterday's hardware-based firewalls to meet
cloud demand and pricing trends. Our software-based solution brings a new
dimension to server security and allows cloud administrators, providers, and
users to take charge of their security, anytime, anywhere."

    Dome9 leverages the operating system firewall or the virtualization layer
firewall to create a dynamic front-line defense for cloud servers. The heart
of the system, Dome9 Central, orchestrates the access to the cloud
infrastructure, allowing full control and protection of the environment with
ease. Dome9's simple to use interface with built-in best-practices
enforcement ensures users build the right security policy for their servers.
Using Dome9 Central's secure web service, cloud access can be granted from
anywhere and changes are deployed instantly. The lightweight yet powerful
Dome9 Agent works both for virtual machines in private or public clouds as
well as for dedicated servers, supporting both Linux and Windows servers
running all virtualization technologies (including VMware, Citrix XEN, KVM,
Parallels & Microsoft's Hyper-V). Dome9 also announces the beta availability
of Dome9 Connect, its API based integration module for cloud providers
offering security control API. The first release of Connect can be used to
manage Amazon's Web Services EC2 & VPC Security Groups, without deploying
complex daemons, but by using their API keys.

    Dome9 has also announced that it has received Series A funding from Opus
Capital, based in Menlo Park, CA. "Dome9's unique technology and security
approach provides customers large and small, as well as service providers, a
comprehensive security service that dramatically increases the security of
cloud infrastructure, at a fraction of the cost and complexity of yesterday's
security solutions," said Dan Avida, General Partner at Opus Capital
Ventures. "Cutting edge technology paired with a highly experienced team with
a strong background in proving MSPs with firewall solutions makes Dome9 the
clear choice for server security."

    Hosting providers can improve the overall security of their offerings
while also increasing ARPU by offering this value-added server security
(http://www.dome9.com/hosting-providers) option to their hosting services.
Dome9 architecture allows service providers an easy way to offer their users
the security they need and require, while at the same time increasing the
overall security of the service provider's network itself. Dome 9 is already
installed and running on numerous cloud servers, including Amazon EC2,
Rackspace Cloud, GoGrid, Servint and more.

    "A strong security offering is critical in the adoption of cloud
technologies and we're very excited by the enthusiastic response to our
offering from both cloud customers and providers," says Alon.

    To find out more details about the product, the complete support and the
integration options, visit the Dome9 website (http://www.dome9.com/).

    Dome 9, based in Tel Aviv, Israel, is led by Zohar Alon, a leading
industry expert credited with being a key contributor to the success of Check
Point software's service provider business. Dome 9 offers the world's only
secure firewall management as a service for all Cloud, VPS, dedicated servers
& Amazon's EC2 security groups.

    Dome9, Dome9 Central. Dome9 Connect and Dome9 Agent are registered
trademarks of Dome9 Security. All other trademarks are registered to their
respective companies. Copyright (c)Dome9 2011

   
    Media Contact:
    Zohar Alon
    Dome9
    3 HaBarzel St., Tel Aviv, Israel
    Tel: +1-650-489-5999
    zohar@dome9.com

Source: Dome9 Security Ltd.

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Voip-Pal.Com Inc. to Begin Launching Ad Campaign for Pointsphone Guard(TM)

BELLEVUE, Wash., May 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Voip-Pal.Com Inc. (VPLM, Pink Sheets) is a provider of international calls using VoIP technology on the internet, smart cell phones and PC Tablets.  Voip-Pal's goal is to provide a quality, reliable, cost-effective and safe telephone solution for the casual and business international traveler who must rely on their smartphones, laptops or tablets to communicate.

Voip-Pal.Com Inc. ("Voip-Pal") announces the start of an Ad Campaign featuring its Pointsphone Guard(TM) antivirus program.  The Ad Campaign  will be launched within the coming weeks and is a follow-up to the April 2011 Voip-Pal news release which announced the launch for the North America Android users of its PointsPhone Platinum Suite(TM) package which bundles an Antivirus Program.  The Antivirus Program is called Pointsphone Guard(TM) and is designed specifically to guard Android devices against spyware, malware and viruses.

"Malware specifically targeted against Android smartphones has increased 400 percent since last summer," says Dennis Chang, President of Voip-Pal. "The general public became painfully aware of the potential scope of these malware problems in early March of this year, when over 50 Android Apps were discovered to be infected with a particularly malicious malware that could pirate confidential information from smartphones and even download malevolent code to your phone from remote servers.  Even as recent as this May, a number of Android Apps were identified with malware capable of sending text messages from your Android phone to phone numbers in China."

"With our Platinum Suite(TM) the customer will receive a state-of-art antivirus program already included when they purchase airtime minutes.  It becomes a simple and convenient solution to the malware threat.  The customer can save on ridiculous roaming charges and protect his smartphone."

"We want to send this message out to the general public," adds Mr. Chang, "by starting an Ad Campaign using a 30 to 40 second production.  The Ad is fun but it will seriously get the message across and help the branding of our Pointsphone Guard(TM) product.  We hope the public will begin identifying with our 'Mascot' in the Ad.  We will begin with certain select market segments in North America to debut this first Ad production."

To preview the new Pointsphone Guard(TM) Ad on You Tube, please click on the following link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fha6g4x5QFc

The PointsPhone Platinum Suite(TM) is available in North America for all Google Android smartphones. The Platinum Suite(TM) will include a one year subscription to Pointsphone Guard(TM) program, substantial domestic and international airtime minutes, enhanced Voice Mail features and a free North America phone number.  Pointsphone Guard(TM) antivirus program is truly comprehensive, providing automatic real-time protection against viruses, spyware and other malware.  Memory cards are automatically scanned when they are inserted to prevent transfer of malware and viruses.  A GPS locating system is available to track down lost or stolen smartphones.  A Remote Backup feature is available to backup all data stored on the smartphone in case the smartphone is lost or stolen.

Android users can register on our retail website http://www.pointsphone.com and purchase a Platinum Suite(TM) for $29.95.  A User account and password will be created and users will have immediate access to their account for airtime minutes, Voice Mail and virtual phone numbers.  A registration number for their Pointsphone Guard(TM) program will be sent as a text message to their Android which will provide access to download their Antivirus Program within 48 hours (to complete fraud check).  A free North America Phone Number is allocated.  The PointsPhone Mobile(TM) App for the Android is downloaded free from the Android Market App Store (search 'pointsphone').

For more information on PointsPhone products and services please click on link: http://www.youtube.com/user/PubliclyTraded

Link to recent related article by MSNBC:

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/43032487/ns/technology_and_science-security/

About Voip-Pal.Com Inc.

Voip-Pal.Com Inc. is a broadband VoIP telecom company offering local and long distance VoIP services to consumers and business owners.  The company offers turnkey VoIP communication and reseller solutions for its Partners.  For products and services, visit us at  http://www.pointsphone.com. For more Company information, please contact Dennis Chang at dtchang@voip-pal.com  or visit us at http://www.voip-pal.com .

To view Voip-Pal.Com Inc. April 11, 2011 News Release please click on this link: http://www.marketwire.com/press-release/voip-palcom-inc-announces-launch-its-new-pointsphone-platinum-suite-which-includes-antivirus-pinksheets-vplm-1500684.htm

IR inquiries should be directed at chanelle@voip-pal.com  or info@voip-pal.com .

To view the latest Real Time quotes, news, and financial information on the otcmarkets.com, please click on this link: http://www.otcmarkets.com/stock/VPLM/quote

All statements contained in this news release, other than those identifying historical facts, constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the Safe Harbor provisions as contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements relating to the Company's future expectations, including but not limited to revenues and earnings, technology efficacy, strategies and plans, are subject to safe harbors protection. Actual Company results and performance may be materially different from any future results, performance, strategies, plans, or achievements that may be expressed or implied by any such forward-looking statements. The Company disclaims any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements.

    CONTACT:      Voip-Pal.Com Inc.
                  IR inquiries
                  chanelle@voip-pal.com
                  info@voip-pal.com

SOURCE  Voip-Pal.Com Inc.

Voip-Pal.Com Inc.

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

InfoSonics Launches New Economical PDA-like i277 2G Touch Screen Phone in Latin America

SAN DIEGO, May 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- InfoSonics Corporation (NASDAQ: IFON) today announced the launch of its new verykool® i277 handset and first customer shipment to Latin America.

"The i277 is a feature phone with a full touch screen, user interface and feature set that delivers much of the functionality of a smartphone at a more affordable price point," said Joseph Ram, the company's president and chief executive officer.  "With a 3-inch LCD display, the i277 is also a worldwide, quad-band phone with texting, MP3/MP4/3GP, analog TV receiver and FM radio.  It features a 1.3 megapixel camera and expandable memory up to 8GB.  The i277 augments our verykool product portfolio and is geared to the market segment that prefers touch screen products.  We believe it will have a broad appeal to budget conscious consumers in Latin America."

The Company noted that the i277 also has the following features:

    --  E-mail (POP3/IMAP)
    --  Data capabilities with USB 1.2, WAP 2.0, JAVA 2.0 and SMS/MMS messaging
    --  Voice and video recording capability
    --  Bluetooth and USB modem connectivity
    --  Speakerphone, 64 polyphonic ringtones, 3.5mm audio jack and stereo
        headset included

The verykool® i277 is available in two versions:  a single SIM version for operator customers and a dual SIM version for the open market.  Both versions are available now.  To learn more about the device, visit our verykool® website at http://www.verykool.net/Phones/i277.

About InfoSonics Corporation

InfoSonicsis a provider of wireless handsets and related products to OEMs, carriers and distributors in Latin America and Asia Pacific.  The Company designs, develops, manufactures, markets, sells and provides after-sales support for its own proprietary line of products under the verykool® and other private label brands.  Additional information can be found on our corporate website at http://www.infosonics.com and http://www.verykool.net.

Except for the factual statements made herein, the information contained in this news release consists of forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict.  Words and expressions reflecting optimism, satisfaction or disappointment with current prospects, as well as words such as "believes," "hopes," "intends," "estimates," "expects," "projects," "plans," "anticipates" and variations thereof, or the use of future tense, identify forward-looking statements, but their absence does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. Such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of performance and our actual results could differ materially from those contained in such statements. Factors that could cause or contribute to such differences include, without limitation: (1) customer acceptance of the new i277 handset; (2) our ability to continue to differentiate our products, including the i277, from the competition; (3) extended general economic downturn in world markets; (4) inability to secure adequate supply of competitive products on a timely basis and on commercially reasonable terms; (5) inability to attract new sources of profitable business from expansion of products or services or risks associated with entry into new markets, including geographies, products and services; (6) significant changes in supplier terms and relationships or shortages in product supply; and (7) rapid product improvement and technological changes leading to changes in consumer demand for multimedia wireless handset products and features.  Reference is also made to other factors detailed from time to time in our periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this release and we undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements to reflect new information, events or circumstances after the date of this release.

SOURCE  InfoSonics Corporation

InfoSonics Corporation

CONTACT: Vernon A. LoForti, Chief Financial Officer of InfoSonics Corporation, +1-858-373-1675, vern.loforti@infosonics.com

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

Nefsis Distributed Cloud Technology Includes Built-In Network Diagnostics to Optimize Video Conferencing Performance

Benefits include easy network assessments, verification of purchased Internet bandwidth, and much faster IP connection troubleshooting

SAN DIEGO, May 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Online services innovator Nefsis® announced today it has added a set of diagnostic tools as a standard feature of its global, cloud-based HD video conferencing service and Nefsis free trials. These built-in diagnostic tools can be very useful for network assessments, optimizing video conferencing performance, and troubleshooting.

(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110114/MM30776LOGO)

The Nefsis video conferencing cloud provides all the resources necessary for multipoint HD video mixing, firewall and proxy traversal for desktops, live collaboration tools, and now network diagnostics. To get the same capabilities prior to cloud computing required heavy investment in infrastructure equipment including video routers, multichannel units, and gateway servers.

"You can meet the challenge of multipoint HD video conferencing to desktops and rooms with a major investment in infrastructure hardware, but still end up without diagnostics to the endpoints, leaving IT staffs to fend for themselves," said Allen Drennan, Nefsis Chief Technology Officer. "One of the many advantages of the Nefsis global cloud is its built-in diagnostic tools. You get everything you need in a free trial, including test utilities, plus all the scalability needed for easy expansion."

The Nefsis built-in diagnostics include three tests: bandwidth, latency and routing. The bandwidth test reports uplink and downlink bandwidth between each endpoint and your Nefsis virtual conference room. The latency test reports response times--the lower the latency, the better the video conference experience will be. The comprehensive routing test displays the IP route between an organization and the conference. It takes a snapshot of response times at various hops to help identify where delays occur.

Benefits of the diagnostics include:

Easy network assessments: IT staff can use these tests to get actual data on bandwidth availability. This data can then be used to check the readiness of networks for desktop video conferencing. Nefsis also provides related administrative features, including the ability to limit video resolution as appropriate or allow Nefsis dynamic video encoding - also called "variable bitrate" and "scalable video coding"- and automated bandwidth throttling to make automatic adjustments.

Verification of purchased Internet access bandwidth: Nefsis diagnostics are often used to verify purchased bandwidth between a Nefsis customer and its ISP. A common occurrence is learning that actual bandwidth provided is far below that purchased. The diagnostic output can be presented to the ISP, eliminating the ability of the ISP to try to blame the customer network.

Faster problem resolution: Even with dynamic encoding and automatic bandwidth throttling, problems with IP connections can occur. Built-in diagnostics benefit IT staff by making these problems much easier to find and resolve. This includes identifying IP connection issues on company networks and external participants' networks. For example, an extreme delay at a specific network router or proxy server is readily identified.

"In the DOD, military and government markets, network bandwidth and performance is not only important, it is critical.  With Nefsis, the exclusive built-in bandwidth and real-time network test utilities assist with easy network diagnostics and administration," said Mr. Dennis Butts, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Military Comm Networks, Inc. "Whether it's connecting wounded warriors and their families or working on a solution for a major project for the military, this feature is amazing to have available in the platform."

Built-in diagnostics are automatically available to all Nefsis Professional subscribers and trial users. For a free 14-day trial of Nefsis Professional, visit Nefsis.com

About Nefsis

Headquartered in San Diego, California, Nefsis is a technology specialist in video conferencing software and cloud computing online services. The Company's global cloud provides multipoint HD video and advanced collaboration tools to business, government and educational customers in more than 45 countries worldwide. As compared to previous generations of infrastructure hardware solutions such as video routers, MCUs and gateways, the Nefsis cloud-based offering is less expensive, automatically maintained, and easier to expand.

For more information, please visit http://www.nefsis.com or call +1 (858) 715-0970 in the Americas or +44 (0) 870 224 0415 in the UK and Europe.

MEDIA CONTACT
Xenia Moore
Phone: (858) 715-0970
xmoore@nefsis.com

Nefsis is a registered trademark of Nefsis Corporation. All other trademarks mentioned are property of their respective owners.

SOURCE  Nefsis

Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110114/MM30776LOGO
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Nefsis

Revolution(TM) by LG Arrives for Verizon Wireless

Dynamic Trio of 4G LTE, Entertainment and Power Combine to Make Revolution(TM) by LG

BASKING RIDGE, N.J., and SAN DIEGO,May 24, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless and LG Mobile Phones today announced Revolution(TM) by LG will be available in Verizon Wireless Communications Stores and online at http://www.verizonwireless.com on May 26.

An entertainment powerhouse, Revolution by LG is the first Android(TM) smartphone preloaded with the Neflix application, allowing Netflix subscribers access to movies and television shows.  Revolution customers can capture and share HD images or videos on a 4.3-inch capacitive touchscreen.  Built-in HDMI output and SmartShare capability allow customers to share multimedia content with HDMI capable displays, creating an exceptional entertainment experience.

Key features:

    --  4G LTE - customers can expect download speeds of 5 to 12 Mbps and upload
        speeds of 2 to 5 Mbps in 4G Mobile Broadband coverage areas
    --  1 GHz Qualcomm® Snapdragon® processor
    --  Android(TM) 2.2 platform
    --  Access to more than 200,000 apps available to download from Android
        Market(TM)
    --  Bing® Search and Maps
    --  Adobe® Flash® Player
    --  Rear-facing 5.0-megapixel camera with autofocus and LED flash
    --  1.3-megapixel front-facing camera for video chat
    --  720p HD video recording and playback
    --  Wi-Fi connectivity 802.11 b/g/n
    --  Mobile Hotspot capability allows customers to share 4G LTE with up to 8
        Wi-Fi-enabled devices or a 3G connection with up to 5 devices
    --  Bluetooth® Version 3.0 Support Profiles: headset, hands-free, object
        push, advanced audio distribution (stereo), audio/video remote control,
        file transfer, phone book access

Additional features:

    --  V CAST Apps
    --  Virtual QWERTY keyboard with SWYPE technology
    --  Equipped with Dolby® Mobile for a rich listening experience
    --  Extensive image editor includes: crop, rotate, resize, apply filters,
        image adjustments, draw, write, erase and add stamps
    --  16 GB preinstalled microSD card(TM)

Pricing and availability:

    --  Revolution by LG will be available in Verizon Wireless Communication
        Stores and online at http://www.verizonwireless.com for $249.99 with a new
        two-year customer agreement.
    --  Revolution customers will need to subscribe to a Verizon Wireless
        Nationwide Talk plan and a data package.  Nationwide Talk plans begin at
        $39.99 for monthly access.  An unlimited data package is available for
        $29.99 for monthly access.  The Mobile Hotspot feature will be included
        for a limited time at no additional charge.

The Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Mobile Broadband network, launched in December 2010, is the fastest, most advanced 4G network in the United States, providing speeds up to 10 times faster than Verizon Wireless' 3G network.  Verizon Wireless' 4G LTE Mobile Broadband network currently reaches one-third of all Americans, with plans to expand the network to the company's entire 3G coverage area over the next three years.

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

About Verizon Wireless

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

About LG Electronics, Inc.

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

About LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company

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

SOURCE  Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless

CONTACT: Albert Aydin, Verizon Wireless, +1-908-559-7513, Albert.Aydin@verizonwireless.com; or Elizabeth Latham, LG MobileComm U.S.A., Inc., +1-757-705-6361, Elizabeth.Latham@lge.com

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

Price Protectr 'Brilliant' Says Entrepreneur Magazine

NEW YORK, May 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Entrepreneur magazine yesterday revealed its selection of Price Protectr, a free online service providing consumers with e-mail alerts on price changes, as one of its "100 Brilliant Companies" of 2011. Entrepreneur's annual cover story honors "the best, brightest and boldest" companies in ten different categories.

Selected from thousands as one of only ten in the "Value" category, Price Protectr earned kudos from the leading business magazine for the website's ability to save shoppers money before and after a purchase.

Price Protectr provides a free, automatic way to track prices on items you want to buy, so you can time the purchase and see the price history of the item. Once you buy, Price Protectr helps you figure out how to get money back if the price drops later.

After almost five years, Price Protectr, a trusted market leader, has provided hundreds of thousands of alerts to consumers, tracking prices before and after the purchase, and sending an e-mail alert when prices change. Price Protectr users have entrusted over $50 million in volume to Price Protectr's alerts, and saved up to $3 million.

"We're thrilled about this recognition," said Price Protectr CEO James Wallace. "With their past picks being companies like Groupon and Volusion, it's very exciting for us to be counted among companies of that caliber."

"I've read the magazine for years, so when we got word we were chosen, we felt honored," said Tim Tonella, Price Protectr's president. "We've gotten a lot of recognition, and we're proud to have accomplished so much. But this one's really special."

"Over the years, we've helped thousands of our users put hard-earned money back in their wallets," said Dave Cohen, co-founder and CTO of Price Protectr. "We're humbled by our selection and delighted at the opportunity to help even more users make the most of their money."

Wallace added, "We take great pride in delivering our money-saving service to our users. We're thankful for the selection, and for our users and fans."

Shoppers can visit http://www.priceprotectr.com to sign up for free.

CONTACT:

JBaron Marketing
Jennifer Baron
415-568-8878
jdubbleu@gmail.com
http://www.priceprotectr.com

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

SOURCE  Price Protectr LLC

Price Protectr LLC

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

UBM TechWeb's HDI Launches 14th Annual Support Center Practices & Salary Survey for the IT Service and Technical Support Industry

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., May 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- HDI (http://www.ThinkHDI.com), a global membership association for IT service and technical support professionals and the industry's premier certification body, today issued a call for participation in the 2011 HDI Support Center Practices & Salary Survey (http://www.ThinkHDI.com/2011PSS).

HDI's comprehensive survey researches IT support operations and gauges industry movement in areas such as incident management, framework adoption, outsourcing trends, staff training, performance metrics, customer satisfaction ratings, and salaries.

The incident management area of the survey tracks historical data on incident volume, resolution rates, and fully-burdened costs per type of support, including chat, e-mail, and phone. The support tools section tracks the adoption and utilization of technical support applications and other tools. The survey also monitors current support center practices, such as framework implementation, service level agreements, and outsourcing trends. The performance metrics collected facilitate industry benchmarking for both phone and e-mail processes. Finally, the survey results track salaries for all staff levels in various regions, with the data broken down by education level, organization size, and types of support provided.

"The HDI Practices & Salary Survey results in the definitive report used by support managers worldwide to benchmark, share with stakeholders, and drive everyday business decisions," says Jenny Rains, HDI's research analyst. "The time managers invest in participating this year will yield meaningful data that will help their own companies assess their organizational maturity in relationship to the industry as a whole, shape new support initiatives, and move the organization forward."

In 2010, HDI collected and reported on survey data from more than 800 respondents representing countries worldwide. IT service and technical support managers can participate in this year's survey online at http://www.ThinkHDI.com/2011PSS. The deadline for participation is July 8, 2011. All participants will receive a complimentary copy of the 2011 HDI Support Center Practices & Salary Report. In addition, upon completion of the survey, participants can access a free download of the 2010 HDI Support Center Practices & Salary Report. Members have additional access to HDI's report archives, dating back to 1998.

Media and analysts may request a copy of the report from Melanie Adamich at (719) 785-5391 or madamich@ThinkHDI.com.

About HDI

HDI is a global IT service and technical support membership association and the industry's premier certification and training body. Guided by an international panel of industry experts and practitioners, HDI is the leading resource for help desk/support center emerging trends and best practices. HDI provides members with a vast repository of resources, networking opportunities and the largest industry event - the HDI Annual Conference and Expo. Headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colo., USA, HDI offers training in multiple languages and countries. For more information, visit http://www.ThinkHDI.com or call +1 719.268.0174. HDI is part of UBM TechWeb.

About UBM TechWeb (http://www.UBMTechWeb.com)

UBM TechWeb, the global leader in technology media and professional information, enables people and organizations to harness the transformative power of technology. Through its core businesses - media solutions, marketing services, and professional information - UBM TechWeb produces the most respected and consumed brands, applications, and services in the technology market. More than 14.5 million business and technology professionals (CIOs, IT and IT Support managers, Web and digital professionals, software and game developers, government decision makers, telecom providers and business executives) actively participate in UBM TechWeb's communities. UBM TechWeb brands include: global face-to-face events such as Interop, Game Developers Conference (GDC), Web 2.0, Black Hat, and VoiceCon; large-scale online networks such as InformationWeek, Light Reading, and Gamasutra; research, training, and certification services, including HDI, Pyramid Research, and InformationWeek Analytics; and market-leading magazines such as InformationWeek and Wall Street & Technology. UBM TechWeb is part of UBM, a global provider of media and information services for professional B2B communities and markets.

SOURCE  HDI

HDI

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

Broken Switch Studios Raises Capital and Uses Sweat Equity to Create a New Physics-Based Action Arcade Style Game, Bubble Trolls, Now Available in the Apple App Store(TM)

Broken Switch Studios has leveraged their experience in building fun, action-packed console games to create Bubble Trolls, a new family-friendly action arcade-style game, now available for iOS devices; the classic game play features were designed to be a big hit with both new and experienced gamers

RIVERDALE, Md., May 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Broken Switch Studios has launched their new iOS title Bubble Trolls on the Apple App Store(TM). iPhone and iPod touch versions are 99c; the iPad version is $1.99. Also, a free Lite version is available.

Bubble Trolls is a physics-based arcade-style game where the player must help a Troll travel downstream to his home via a Bubble Taxi. The player creates ripples by tapping the water to move the bubble past a myriad of hazards determined to pop the bubble or eat the Troll. Players are aided along the way with power-ups that make the bubble harder to pop or float in the air.

"Bubble Trolls is a fun game that will have you tapping and laughing. The levels are deceptively easy at first but quickly turn you into a tapping fiend," said Broken Switch's Creative Director Bernard Moore. "We built a game that we are proud of and we enjoy playing."

"The game play and increasing levels of difficulty are designed to be a big hit with both new and experienced gamers," said Amiel Bent, Managing Director, Stanford Venture Advisors, and co-investor. "The Broken Switch team members are true gamers. They have created an exciting iOS game with many classic game play features."

Bubble Trolls features: 25 levels; 20 achievements; classic action arcade game play; Game Center; and fun for any age.

Additional details:

    --  http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/bubble-trolls/id431163495?mt=8
    --  http://www.bubbletrolls.com
    --  http://www.youtube.com/bubbletrolls
    --  http://www.facebook.com/bubbletrolls
    --  http://www.twitter.com/bubbletrolls

Images:

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About Broken Switch Studios, Inc.:

Broken Switch Studios is an independent games developer licensed for Nintendo Wii(TM), Nintendo DS(TM), Apple iOS(TM), and Sony PlayStation® 3. Our design philosophy focuses on not building games, but building great games. It shows our commitment to going beyond the routine of typical game development, pouring ourselves into projects that we would be proud to say we've worked on and, more importantly, would enjoy playing. Our team is made up of industry professionals with many years of video game development experience who live our game philosophy and enjoy doing it. http://www.brokenswitch.com

About Stanford Venture Advisors, LLC:

Stanford Venture Advisors provides services to private equity firms and high-growth companies in many areas. We leverage our operating and investment experience in new media, mobile, and Internet-based applications and services to help create outstanding returns. We provide strategic guidance and help to implement new projects and initiatives. We are a trusted advisor to multiple high-growth companies and executives. http://www.sva-vc.com

Contact Information:

J. Bernard Moore, CEOBroken Switch Studios, Inc.info@brokenswitch.com

Amiel Bent, Managing DirectorStanford Venture Advisors, LLCcontactus@sva-vc.com

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SOURCE  Broken Switch Studios, Inc.

Broken Switch Studios, Inc.

CONTACT: J. Bernard Moore, CEO, Broken Switch Studios, Inc., +1-240-949-2875, info@brokenswitch.com; or Amiel Bent, Managing Director, Stanford Venture Advisors, LLC, contactus@sva-vc.com

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

KnowledgeView's Advanced iPad Technogy as Shown on YouTube...Appealing to Content Providers From East To West!

LONDON, May 25, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    - Who is Using it - With Momentum

    KnowledgeView, the leading multi-publishing solution provider in Europe
and the MENA region, launched its iPad technology last year and has been
building up momentum among top regional and international news providers
such as GIS, Australian Associated Press (AAP), Saudi Research and Marketing
Group (SRMG), Dar Al Hayat (DAH), Maroc Soir Group (MSG),Oman Establishment
for Print and Press(OEPP) and many others.

    What it is - Visually

    The KnowlegeView's iPad technology is demonstrated in the YouTube video
"iPad App Technology from KnowledgeView" from a functionality, service and
revenue point of view. Enjoy watching how the most wanted platform can convey
a world class news service thanks to KnowledgeView's advanced technology.

    It is a one-stop-shop for news providers who are determined to give their
audience valuable content in e-reader or customized channel view while
generating revenues from advertising and subscriptions.

    Not only it helps news providers give their target audience a very
attractive offering of news in text, audio and/or video formats, the
KnowledgeView's iPad app technology seamlessly integrates with any newsroom
system that is in place.

    What they said about it - Naturally

    "The KnowledgeView technology is a perfect fit for AAP. It was installed
in a matter of weeks, and we had a sample newspaper on an iPad ready for
marketing virtually immediately. I was very impressed with the level of
service and support from KnowledgeView and look forward to working closely
with the team in the future." Australian Associated Press, CEO, Bruce
Davidson said.

    About KnowledgeView

    KnowledgeView Ltd is a UK-based company with headquarters in
London and offices in the Middle East. The company was founded in 1995 to
develop cross-media publishing, news management and editorial sharing
systems. Users of KnowledgeView's Publish live solutions included the
Independent News and Media, Guardian Media Group, News Corporation and the
Washington Post. In the Middle East, KnowledgeView is a leading newspaper
integrator, with over 40 media companies, providing consultancy as well as
technology, acting as a marketing and technology bridge between Europe and
the Arab World.

    KnowledgeView's Publish live suite of products and services
enables publishers to extend their reach and increase revenues, through easy
multi-publishing to paper, Web, mobile iPhone and iPad.

    KnowledgeView's RAPID Browser is a powerful news management
and editorial sharing system for automating acquisition, classification and
enhancement of news and media content and creating packages for cross-media
publishing, designed to streamline production and create additional revenues.

    RAPID Browser has set the standard for the next generation of
news management systems, with its ability to gather content from a wide
variety of sources such as news agencies, correspondents' reports, RSS and
Web harvested feeds, and the power it puts in the hands of users to define
their own ways of filtering and acting on items that match their interests.
By integrating RAPID Browser with Adobe publishing software and with
third-party publishing systems.

    RAPID Archive, integrated with RAPID Browser, provides
strategic rich-media archiving for publishers who want to syndicate or share
editorial content.

   
    For more information please contact :

    Hoda Kara
    Mobile: +961-71-49-88-99
    Email : hoda@knowledgeview.co.uk

Source: KnowledgeView

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Artificial Life Releases Opus-M(TM) 2.0

LOS ANGELES and HONG KONG, May 25, 2011 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Artificial Life, Inc. (OTC BB: ALIFE), a leading provider of award-winning mobile technology and applications, announced today that Opus-M(TM) 2.0, the latest version of its mobile technology platform, has been launched.

Artificial Life (ALIFE)'s Opus-M is a mobile technology platform for business customers and end-consumers that debuted in 2010. In this release, the platform has been broadened from a purely mCommerce focus to services addressing the needs of vertical markets including mobile healthcare, banking, finance, insurance, and real estate.

Features of the latest release include:

    --  A social community framework with a full range of social communication
        tools such as online collaboration and media sharing
    --  Extension of the Opus-M Messaging Framework to support both SMS and Push
        Notification alerts across multiple platforms
    --  Content Distribution Network support for popular providers
    --  Powerful administrative interface actions to increase productivity and
        usability
    --  Improved storefront experiences with user-customizable elements
    --  Support for Microsoft®'s flagship mobile platform: Windows Phone 7

To date, the Opus-M platform has been used in adding value-added features to 100+ applications across multiple mobile platforms that have been downloaded over 58 million times around the globe.

"We have seen unprecedented interest in our mobile offerings from sectors that have been traditionally reserved in deploying mobile solutions. The extension of Opus-M to support additional vertical markets allows us to better satisfy the varied needs of our clients," said Eberhard Schoneburg, CEO of Artificial Life, Inc.

Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

About Artificial Life, Inc.

Artificial Life, Inc. has been a pioneer in artificial intelligence and mobile technology since its inception in Boston in 1994. We are a public US corporation (OTC BB: ALIFE) with listing on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (Frankfurt: AIF.F; Xetra: AIF.DE) and headquarters and production center in Hong Kong. We have additional offices in Berlin, Germany (EMEA headquarters), Tokyo, Japan, and Santa Monica, USA. Currently our main business areas are: high quality (3D) interactive (massively multiplayer) mobile games, mobile participation television, mobile business applications, our powerful mobile commerce technology platform OPUS-M(TM) and our green IT solutions provided by Green Cortex, Inc. We have won many industry awards for our outstanding technology and products.

Facebook: http://www.botme.com/ref/alife-fb Twitter: http://twitter.com/alifegames MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/artificial_life_inc YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/alifegames

Forward-Looking Statements:

This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Such forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements regarding our future results of operations, financial condition and business prospects. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as "may", "will", "should", "expect", "intend", "plan", "anticipate", "believe", "estimate", "predict", "potential", "continue" or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology. Although such statements are based on our own information and information from other sources we believe to be reliable, you should not place undue reliance on them. These statements involve risks and uncertainties, and actual market trends or our actual results of operations, financial condition or business prospects may differ materially from those expressed or implied in these forward looking statements for a variety of reasons. Potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, our ability to obtain additional funding to operate and grow our business; the unproven potential of our mobile gaming business model; changing consumer preferences and uncertainty of market acceptance of our products; timely adoption and availability of 3G mobile technology; market acceptance for use of mobile handheld devices to play the interactive games; unpredictable mobile game development schedules; our reliance on a relatively small number of brands; our ability to license brands from others; our dependence upon resellers and telecommunication carriers and operators to distribute our products; our ability to successfully develop, introduce, and sell new or enhanced products in a timely manner; and the timing of new product announcements or introductions by us or by our competitors. For additional discussion of these risks and uncertainties and other factors, please see the documents we file from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including our Annual Report on Form 10-KSB filed on March 16, 2010. We assume no obligation to update any forward-looking statements, which apply only as of the date of this press release.

For more information on ARTIFICIAL LIFE, INC., please contact:

Artificial Life IR and PR Contact: Adeline Law Tel: +852-3102-2800 ir@artificial-life.com

SOURCE  Artificial Life, Inc.

Artificial Life, Inc.

Web Site: http://twitter.com/alifegames

NComputing Teaches New Economics of PCs in the Classroom at eLearning Africa

DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania, May 25, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    - Demonstrates Classroom In A Box Solution Powered With Windows
Multipoint Server 2011- BOOTH # 2B

    - Explains How Ghana Ministry of Education Doubled Student
Access to ICT at 75% Lower Cost

    At eLearning Africa, May 25-27 2011, NComputing (
http://www.ncomputing.com/), the global leader in end-to-end desktop
virtualization, will demonstrate how Classroom In A Box, powered with Windows
MultiPoint Server 2011, can dramatically increase PC density in the classroom
while delivering on-going cost savings of 75% compared to traditional PC
deployments. NComputing Classroom In a Box helps overcome many of the
challenges faced by education institutions throughout developing countries
including limited budget, infrastructure and energy supplies.

    On Thursday May 26 at 8:30 am, Emmanuel Kinglsey Dadebo, Coordinator, ICT
in Education Programs for the Ghana Ministry of Education will explain how
deploying NComputing virtual desktop solutionsin computer labs and replacing
4 - 6 PCs with 44 virtual desktops resulted in ten times more PC access for
students at 75% lower maintenance costs and 90% less energy consumption.
Talking about the deployments, Dadebo said, "NComputing successfully
addresses the concerns of the developing world struggling to receive adequate
funds for the costly deployment of computers in schools."

    Said Raj Dhingra, NComputing CEO, "When you combine Windows MultiPoint
Server 2011 withNComputing virtualized desktop environments, schools and
education institutions are now able to provide access to knowledge and
learning where it previously was not possible. In the world of education,
this better together advantage translates to being able to multiply computer
access by 3 to 30 fold for significantly less up front and ongoing cost."

    "Working together, Microsoft and NComputing are delivering shared
computing solutions that help more students and teachers access the latest
technology and embrace '21st Century Skills' in the classroom. In the world
of education, this means schools can advance higher learning and trim budgets
at the same time," said Chris Phillips, general manager in the Windows Server
and Solutions Division at Microsoft Corp. "Schools can realize significant
savings in hardware and energy consumption costs, as well as labor and
maintenance."

    NComputing has deployed 2.6 million virtual desktops in 140 countries.
The company has virtualized desktop deployments in schools and universities
throughout the African continent; is involved in strategic initiatives with
organizations such as the UN and Computer Aid International to bring ICT
solutions to rural communities throughout Africa; has supplied over 18000
schools across India with virtual desktop solutions; and has partnered with
the Ministry of Education in Macedonia to provide 200,000 virtual desktops in
schools throughout the country to realize the country's vision of a computer
for every child.

    About NComputing

    NComputing, Inc. is the fastest growing desktop virtualization company
in the world with over 20 million daily users in 140 countries. The company's
award-winning, patented technology lowers desktop computing costs, improves
manageability, and reduces both energy consumption and e-waste. To learn more
about NComputing, visit http://www.ncomputing.com

Source: NComputing

Media contact: Alesha Keene, e: alesha@bondpr.com on behalf of NComputing, t: +44(0)207-596-2759

Hisense's New Security Camera is Based on an Innovative Wide Dynamic Range Solution Developed by AltaSens and Apical

WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., May 24, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- A joint announcement was made today that Hisense Group has released its latest Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) security camera (NVC2500), which is based on the unique turnkey WDR CMOS imaging solution provided by AltaSens, Inc., and Apical Ltd.

AltaSens and Apical started their strategic partnership more than a year ago. Building on their complementary technologies and business synergies, the partners have developed the first 1080p60 HD  WDR chipset in the imaging industry. This solution was first introduced in the China surveillance market, where several market-leading firms immediately saw the value of the system and developed camera  platforms based on the system. The Hisense NVC2500 is one of the first cameras based on this WDR chipset.

The NVC2500 high-definition network camera is a high-performance video surveillance terminal, which supports H.264 BP/MP/HP and MJPEG image compression formats and can transmit high-quality digital video by multicast and unicast in variant network conditions. Its AltaSens CMOS image sensor enhances image dynamic range substantially with innovative dual-exposure-in-a-single-frame WDR technology,  providing excellent monitoring results for any complex environment. The NVC2500 is suitable for real- time video monitoring and can be used in surveillance, traffic monitoring, electric power station, telecommunications surveillance, and other high-definition video monitoring situations.

"Hisense, an international multibillion-dollar conglomerate headquartered in Qingdao, China, is a major provider of information technology solutions and intelligent transportation systems. Cameras are at the heart of its surveillance product lines. Therefore, Hisense carefully examines and selects the best imaging technology. AltaSens' unique technology underlies the best-in-class Wide Dynamic Range CMOS image sensor. The Apical ISP is sophisticated and provides numerous features with excellent  performance. This turnkey solution, implemented on an FPGA, makes camera design easier and reduces the time to market," said Mingxin Shao, Chief Engineer at Hisense.

"I am very thrilled with the enthusiasm of Hisense engineering and executive teams. They have developed and released high-end cameras in less than a year. This is outstanding! They are really experts in their field and demand perfection, and expect nothing less from their suppliers. I have no doubt that they will be successful with this WDR camera series in China, and also in the global  surveillance market," said Pezhman Amini, Marketing Manager at AltaSens, representing the AltaSens and Apical partnership.

About Hisense

Hisense Group owns more than 40 subsidiaries with total assets of RMB 45.55 billion Yuan. 2010 revenue reached RMB 63.7 billion Yuan. Hisense ranked No. 5 in the top 100 Chinese electronic information enterprises in 2010. Find out more about various products and services of Hisense at http://www.hisense-transtech.com/en/ or http://www.hisense.com/en/

About AltaSens

Since 2003, AltaSens has been a global leader in CMOS image sensor technology for a variety of  applications, including videoconference, surveillance, broadcast and cinematography, medical, and  industrial. AltaSens' headquarters are in California, USA, with offices or distributors in North America, Taiwan, Japan, China, Europe, and Israel. Find out more about AltaSens High Definition and Wide Dynamic Range products at http://www.altasens.com.

About Apical

Apical is the industry leader in advanced dynamic range management and noise-reduction technology for embedded applications. The company's products are derived from research into the human visual system and are designed to maximize the performance of a wide range of image capture and display devices. The product range comprises hardware IP cores and embedded software libraries. Apical is a privately-held company based in the UK.

http://www.apical-imaging.com

SOURCE  AltaSens

AltaSens

CONTACT: Edwin Chow of AltaSens, Inc., +1-650-934-8268, echow@olympusbca.com; or Rushad Ahmad of Apical Ltd., +44 20 7038 3824, rushad@apical.co.uk; or Roxy Liu of Hisense Trans-Tech Co., LTD, +86 532 8087 4430, liurui2@hisense.com

Web Site: http://www.hisense-transtech.com/en

New IBM Technology Helps Communications Service Providers Deliver Growth in the Face of Hyper-Competition

Recent Acquisitions Deliver Key Benefits that lead to Smarter Communications

DUBLIN, May 24, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Today at the TMF Management World 2011 conference, IBM (NYSE: IBM) announced new software and services designed to help communications service providers (CSPs) deliver new and innovative services to subscribers. 

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With the world's carriers facing high market saturation, a sharp decline in fixed wireline services and the rapid proliferation of smart devices, CSPs are turning to new technologies in analytics and cloud to make their operations more efficient and deliver improved user experience.

The IBM Service Provider Delivery Environment (SPDE) is a communications industry framework which provides the foundation for much of the software that runs the world's communications services.  The enhancements in IBM SPDE being announced today will expand capabilities in the areas of cloud-based services, business-to-business commerce, enterprise marketing management, real-time analytics, 4G-LTE network support and improve alignment with key industry standards such as TMF Frameworx.

As part of today's announcement, analytics and campaign marketing management software gained from recent IBM acquisitions have been incorporated into SPDE. This will allow for CSPs to effectively manage marketing campaigns while simplifying and enhancing the customer experience, offering benefits such as timely offers based on prior behavior, and a deeper understanding of the customer base.

"As service providers today are focused on entering new markets and differentiating their services, they need to continue to expand while maintaining a massive network infrastructure," said Scott Stainken, General Manager for IBM's Global Telecommunications Industry. "Using IBM SPDE, communications providers can manage their networks more efficiently, bring new, personal solutions to subscribers based on their specific wants and needs, and use analytics to identify and fix problems before they begin."

The IBM SPDE framework is designed to enable CSPs to easily create, deliver and manage new services. It includes best practices that identify and document proven architectural patterns, as well as design guidelines that align with industry standards and which have been gleaned from successful projects done with top CSPs all over the world. 

To support the development of solutions that address key challenges faced by service providers, SPDE has added capabilities in the following key business areas: Customer Management; Sales and Marketing; Operations Support; Subscriber Services; Corporate Management; Information Technology and Network Technology.

One of the customers taking advantage of SPDE is Ufone, a Pakistan-based CSP who has been able to drive profitability in a highly competitive market by using SPDE-enabled business process solutions.

"At Ufone, we are committed to making it easier than ever for our customers to do business with us," said Faisal Khaliq, Chief Information Officer for Ufone. "We feel it is critical to invest in the customer management, sales and marketing, and subscriber services solutions that are delivered on the IBM SPDE framework in order to provide the services our customers want and deserve."

Another customer utilizing the benefits of SPDE is Telecommunications Services of Trinidad and Tobago (TSTT). IBM has provided TSTT with consulting services, integration, application support services and software solutions. These essential technologies and services enable TSTT to manage its network, provision and configure services, and effectively reach and market to their customers.

"TSTT has adopted these solutions to improve service quality, reduce costs, and improve overall customer service," said George Hill, Chief Technical Officer at Telecommunications Services of Trinidad and Tobago Limited. "We feel it is critical to invest in these areas. The new capabilities of SPDE are helping TSTT provide effective marketing solutions and simplify the introduction of new solutions for overall campaign management.

Acquisitions Expand IBM SPDE

In 2010, IBM made a number of key acquisitions, including Coremetrics, Sterling Commerce, Unica and Netezza, to help clients manage the expanding volumes of data that are being generated by consumers and drive marketing decisions that create smarter merchandising and supply networks.  These software technologies - along with capabilities from previous acquisitions including Cognos, ILOG, SPSS, BigFix, Guardium and Initiate, help deliver the expanded capabilities in today's announcement.

For example, Globe Telecom - a service provider in the Philippines - is growing in a fiercely competitive market by delivering highly targeted promotions to their subscribers.  By deploying analytics and campaign marketing management software found in SPDE, marketers can now configure triggers that automatically detect opportunities for targeted promotions - resulting in compelling offers that keep customers with Globe.

As part of today's announcement, IBM is also introducing new solutions in the area of 4G/LTE service management.  With enhancements to its advanced analytics and automation capabilities, service providers can now use IBM software to quickly identify and diagnose network disruptions in 4G/LTE networks, allowing providers to minimize service interruptions.  Another key announcement from IBM software is the introduction of the IBM Communications Service Enablers (ICSE), which allow a CSP to leverage key standard interfaces to extend communications networks into new services and improve the way their customers work, shop, and socialize.

A Decade of Industry Leadership

Today's announcements represent the continued expansion of IBM's leading portfolio of industry solutions and frameworks to help companies capitalize on new customer buying patterns.  Industry frameworks provide a configurable platform to speed deployment of business solutions. They extend IBM's service oriented architecture (SOA) middleware with industry-specific features and specially designed process templates. IBM industry solutions and industry business partner solutions build on the value provided by these industry frameworks to deliver a comprehensive, customized solution for each client.

IBM released the first version of SPDE in 2001, and since that time has continually upgraded and improved the framework to meet the changing requirements of service providers. To date, more than 1000 service providers and all 20 of the world's top telecommunications companies have selected IBM to help them manage their communications business.

Built on best practices and patterns from client engagements with CSPs around the world, IBM SPDE is the blueprint that enables Smarter Communications by helping deliver value-added services that launch smarter services, drive smarter operations and build smarter networks. IBM is leading a conversation in the marketplace about how our world is becoming smarter, and software is at the very heart of this change.  IBM's Industry Frameworks play a critical role in our ability to deliver smarter planet solutions by pulling together deep industry expertise, technology and a dynamic infrastructure from across the company to provide clients with offerings targeted to their industry-specific needs.

For more information on the IBM Frameworks or for details on how IBM is helping service providers and business partners to make smarter, faster decisions, visit: http://www.ibm.com/software/industry/communications

Note: All statements regarding IBM's plans, directions, and intent are subject to change or withdrawal without notice.

IBM, the IBM logo, ibm.com, WebSphere, Rational, Tivoli, Lotus, Smarter Planet and the planet icon are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation, registered in many jurisdictions worldwide. Other product and service names might be trademarks of IBM or other companies. For a current list of IBM trademarks, please see http://www.ibm.com/legal/copytrade.shtml

All other company, product or service names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of others. Statements concerning IBM's future development plans and schedules are made for planning purposes only, and are subject to change or withdrawal without notice. Reseller prices may vary.

    Contacts:    Chris Rubsamen               Tom Suiter
                 IBM Media Relations          IBM Media Relations
                 (914) 766-1803               (415) 545-6829
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SOURCE  IBM

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CINRAM INTERNATIONAL TURNS PAGE TO E-PUBLISHING AS PART OF ITS DIGITAL EXPANSION

TORONTO, May 24, 2011 /PRNewswire/ - In the next chapter of its digital
initiative, Cinram International, Inc. announced today its official
launch into e-publishing and enhanced book app development.  Partnering
with major content owners and publishers to develop interactive book
products, the company will leverage the proven track record of 1K
Studios, part of Cinram Digital Media,  to create rich interactive
experiences in fiction, non-fiction and educational content.

"Cinram has always been about delivering 'todays' entertainment and
today, that includes content on-the-go," said Steve Brown, Chief
Executive Office, Cinram International, Inc. "Adding book content in
the form of e-publishing products and enhanced apps is a logical move
with our extensive entertainment and publishing background.  We're
confident with 1K at the helm, that we will develop and deliver some of
the best experiences in the category."

The consumption of handheld entertainment rocketed to new heights since
last year's release of the iPad, creating an unprecedented demand for
new apps and engaging content, with book-related material topping the
list. 1K's experience includes developing creative, captivating
interfaces and enhanced content with strong back-end programming for
the web, Blu-ray, and iTunes Extras.

1K is adapting these capabilities to e-publishing to offer an intuitive
and compelling overall user experience.  In addition to the digital
presentation of a book, 1K looks to add rich content including footage
and interactive materials to create a visual and tactile reading
event.  The company's advance into e-publishing began last year with
design work for Penguin Books and Starz Digital Entertainment's Pillars of the Earth Amplified Edition. The relationship with Penguin continues with two
projects currently in development.

"We're thrilled to be playing a role in a transformative time for the
Publishing industry," said Matt Kennedy, President of 1K Studios.  "Our
goal is to support enhanced features and supplemental content for books
in a way that emphasizes respect for the proven core reading
experience. "

With e-publishing and the Digital Media Group, Cinram is broadening its
client offering from physical manufacturing and logistics into digital
services and product innovation.  The company provides an array of
media supply chain services to the world's largest movie, music, games
and book companies, including audio book manufacturing and distribution
services for many top publishers.  The acquisition of 1K and the recent
addition of key personnel to the Digital Media Group have positioned
Cinram to embrace the growing importance of digital media platforms for
its clients.

About 1K

1K Studios provides creative and technical services to help media and
technology companies release content in different venues including
digital downloads, mobile and tablet apps, advanced Blu-ray discs,
stereoscopic 3D and social media.  1K's extensive experience includes
developing creative, captivating interfaces and enhanced content with
strong back-end programming for the web, Blu-ray, and iTunes Extras.

About Cinram

Cinram International Inc., an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of the
Fund, is one of the world's largest providers of pre-recorded
multimedia products and related logistics services. With facilities in
North America and Europe, Cinram International Inc. manufactures and
distributes pre-recorded. DVDs, Blu-ray Disc, audio CDs, and CD-ROMs
for motion picture studios, music labels, publishers and computer
software companies around the world Cinram now also provides
distribution and logistics services to the telecommunications industry
in North America through its wireless subsidiaries. The Fund's units
are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol CRW.UN. The
Cinram group of companies now also incorporates 1K Studios, a digital
media firm based in Los Angeles specializing in building enhanced
consumer experiences for movies, TV shows, music, books and games. For
more information, visit http://www.cinram.com.

Certain statements included in this release constitute "forward-looking
statements" within the meaning of applicable securities laws.  Such
forward-looking statements include statements concerning the possible
effects of the transactions described herein, and the likelihood of
their successful completion. Such forward-looking statements involve
known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may
cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the Fund, or
results of the multimedia duplication/ replication industry, to be
materially different from any future results, performance or
achievements expressed or implied by such forward looking statements.
Such factors include, among others, the following: the Fund's ability
to retain major customers; general economic and business conditions,
which will, among other things, impact the demand for the Fund's
products and services; multimedia replication industry conditions and
capacity; the ability of the Fund to implement its business strategy;
the Fund's ability to invest successfully in new technologies and other
factors which are described in the Fund's filings with the securities
commissions.  These risks may affect the achievement of the expected
results of the transactions described herein.  There can be no
assurance that the said transactions will be successfully completed or
that, if completed, the expected consequences will result in whole or
in part, and the deviations from such expectations may be material.

SOURCE  Cinram International Income Fund

Cinram International Income Fund

CONTACT:  John H. Bell
Tel 416.332.2902
johnbell@cinram.com