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Gay Ad Network Launches Gaycast

National Sponsors Include American Airlines, Mandalay Bay and Key West

Featured Content Partners Include OURsceneTV and In The Life Media

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Jan. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Gay Ad Network, the category leading gay media network, today announced the launch of Gaycast (http://www.gaycast.net), the first online video advertising network and syndication platform targeting gay and lesbian consumers. American Airlines, Mandalay Bay and the Florida Keys Tourism Council have signed on as the national launch sponsors.

Advertisers may now execute display, mobile and video campaigns through Gay Ad Network across hundreds of gay and lesbian websites with unified reporting and optimization. Gaycast.net supports pre-roll video with companion ads, video overlay ads, custom players, video contests, and sponsored video content.

"Gaycast provides advertisers with exciting new ways to reach the gay and lesbian market," said Mark Elderkin, CEO of Gay Ad Network. "We are proud to be working with American Airlines, Mandalay Bay and the Florida Keys Tourism Council as they continue to pave the way as corporate leaders in the LGBT community."   

George Carrancho, National Sales Manager for American Airlines' long-respected LGBT Rainbow TeAAm, said, "For years, we have worked to establish a strong brand and a trusted reputation as the nation's most welcoming airline for the LGBT community. We have been successful partners with Gay Ad Network, and we hope that Gaycast and American will enhance the travel experience for our loyal customers."

John Underwood, Senior Vice President, Tinsely Advertising, said, "Key West is a favorite vacation destination for the LGBT community. Our partnership with Gay Ad Network and Gaycast will help Key West attract new gay and lesbian travelers from around the world."

Gaycast offers LGBT consumers access to curated video content from numerous video creators including independent filmmakers, news sources, comedians, musicians, and online video personalities. Members may upload original videos and share their favorite clips from YouTube and Hulu across categories including entertainment, fashion, music, and travel. An editorial staff curates all videos, ensuring that diverse content from multiple sources is reviewed and categorized to meet the editorial standards set by Gaycast. 

Gay Ad Network is partnering with OURsceneTV, an online television network featuring original lifestyle and cultural programming catering to the LGBT community. Gaycast users will have access to a broad range of exclusive video content featuring nightlife, travel, events, news, and entertainment interviews. OURsceneTV's expert hosts provide a behind the scenes look into the most talked about events in the community.

"Our Gaycast partnership provides access to a new online distribution channel and to Gay Ad Network's established base of national advertising partners," said Christine Alloro, Founder, OURscene Networks.

Gay Ad Network is also partnering with In The Life Media, producers of IN THE LIFE, the three-time Emmy Award nominated public television and web series documenting the gay experience. IN THE LIFE's critically-acclaimed programming exposes social injustice, chronicles LGBT life and provides effective ways to advance equality within and beyond our communities. Original content covers bullycides, marriage equality, hate crimes, HIV, and other topics relevant to the LGBT community.

Additional niche content producers and entertainment personalities featured on Gaycast.net include RealJock, the #1 gay health and fitness community, Outsports, the leading gay sports website, award-winning political humorist Kate Clinton, comedian Greg Scarnici, best known for his viral music video parodies, and video blogging sensation Gay Carrington. 

The launch of Gaycast.netleverages the rising success of Gay Ad Network, which has been ranked by comScore as the #1 gay media property in terms of online traffic for the past 18 months.

About Gay Ad Network

Gay Ad Network is the category leading gay media network, reaching over 6.5 million unique users per month across 300 popular LGBT websites, blogs and social networks. Ranked as the largest U.S. gay media property, Gay Ad Network provides online, mobile and video advertising services to global and national brands targeting the gay and lesbian market and is proud to be a gay-owned NGLCC Certified Business Enterprise and a member of the IGLTA. For more information, please visit the company website at http://www.gayadnetwork.com.

SOURCE  Gay Ad Network

Gay Ad Network

CONTACT: Mark Elderkin, CEO, +1-954-485-9910, mark@gayadnetwork.com

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

Rule Financial Launches Three New OTC Clearing Service Solutions

LONDON, January 27, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    - Rule Financial Launches Three New Services That Enable Clients
to Fast-Track OTC Clearing Projects so as to Comply With Upcoming Regulations

    Rule Financial, the leading provider of business and IT
consulting services to the financial services sector, today announces that it
has launched three new OTC clearing service solutions for market participants
facing an imminent tidal wave of new OTC derivatives regulation. The service
solutions support banks, investment managers and central counterparties
(CCPs) and are designed to meet both the business and technical challenges of
reform. They have been developed based on Rule Financial's market expertise,
as well as experience from 15 OTC clearing engagements with sell-side,
buy-side, and a CCP over the past 18 months.

    As the industry grapples with regulatory reforms, such as the
Dodd-Frank Act in the United States, the European Market Infrastructure
Regulation (EMIR) and the global Basel III reforms, Rule Financial believes
the three new service solutions will help resolve the business, operations
and IT challenges that clients face in light of the new requirements.

    'OTC clearing: margin analytics accelerator': This suite
provides an out-of-the-box solution for clients wishing to actively perform
pre-acceptance risk checks on client trades that are subject to clearing.
This enables optimal margining and accurate exposure management.

    'OTC clearing: strategic build-out': This service supports
clients designing a new and bespoke operating model that can cope with the
required changes to products, processes, controls and technology platforms.
The business architecture and road-mapping methods, which are also part of
the service, ensure that the implementation approach is in line with the
overall business goals of the organisation, accelerating the time- to-market.

    'OTC clearing: vendor implementation': This service is focused
on the evaluation of internal and vendor solutions to maximise the
opportunities that OTC derivatives clearing presents. Rule Financial has a
history of successful partner alliances with the leading platforms used by
the majority of OTC clearing houses and many clearing brokers. Allied to
this, Rule Financial's 13 years of focus on wholesale and investment banking
has enabled the firm to develop state-of-the-art blueprints to benchmark and
determine client requirements for making the right platform choices.

    Commenting on the launch of the service solutions, Harjap Bal,
Principal Consultant at Rule Financial, said, "Our derivatives and markets
specialists each have more than 15 years of investment banking expertise, and
our direct experience of 15 OTC derivatives clearing engagements over the
past 18 months has enabled us to shape best practise solutions and resolve
the common and emerging challenges experienced by our clients across the
entire OTC derivatives landscape."

    Kevin Neville, Head of Prime Services & Securities Finance at
Rule Financial, said, "The imminent regulations are presenting a major
challenge for many market participants who are considering their operating
model and profitability in a dramatically changing landscape. The launch of
our new service solutions let aspiring clearing service providers know that
they are not alone in facing these challenges. With the help of Rule
Financial, clients will be able to leverage our experience and lessons
learned, to fast-track their OTC clearing projects, to comply with upcoming
regulations and to maximise the benefits."

    For further information on Rule Financial's propositions and
experience in OTC clearing, please click on the following link:
http://www.rulefinancial.com/otc

    About Rule Financial

    Rule Financial is a leading independent provider of advisory,
business consulting, IT and software services to the investment banking
community helping to improve productivity, manage risk, lower costs, and
deliver competitive advantage.

    Specialisms include: Securities Finance, Prime Services,
Single Dealer Platforms, Risk Management, OTC clearing and Mobile Financial
Solutions, plus system development, user-centric design, software
development, integration, testing, ongoing support and IT outsourcing.

    Rule Financial; one of Britain's fastest growing private
technology companies as demonstrated by our listing in The Sunday Times
Microsoft Tech Track 100 for the third successive year.

    "Consistent growth built upon consistent quality of service"

   
    For more information contact:

    Mapara Fernandez
    email: rule@hotwirepr.com
    tel: +44(0)20-7608-4687

    web: http://www.rulefinancial.com

Source: Rule Financial

For more information contact: Mapara Fernandez, email: rule@hotwirepr.com, tel: +44(0)20-7608-4687

Shop Safe and Protect Your PC...With MBNA, You're Covered!

CHESTER, England, January 27, 2011/PRNewswire/ --     MBNA is offering a year's complimentary online security protection to
millions of its UK customers. The security software is being provided by
McAfee, (NYSE: MFE), the world's largest dedicated security company.

    Soaring levels of online shopping are seeing customers demanding greater
security from credit card companies.

    The ground-breaking deal gives MBNA customers a year's complimentary use
of a McAfee Online Banking security suite worth around GBP60.

    Ian O'Doherty, Europe executive for MBNA, said: "We want MBNA customers
to know that when they use our credit cards, they're covered. Our commitment
to security and protection is stronger than ever and this 'no strings
attached' deal is available for all of our customers.

    "Millions of people are spending their hard-earned money online, but
concerns about credit card security are high(1). We have layers of
protection on our cards; but we'll continue to do more to make our
customers safer."

    The complimentary software package includes virus, spyware and adware
protection; anti-spam and e-mail protection; a website safety advisor that
flags malicious links within web search results, e-mail and instant messages;
a two-way firewall to repel hackers; and one GB of online backup for
consumers' most important files. The offer is available to all MBNA customers
who have registered for Online Card Services(2).

    MBNA has layers of security on all its products. One example is Sitekey
(http://www.mbna.co.uk/protection-security/online-banking-security/index.html
), an anti-phishing tool unique in the UK credit card market, that helps MBNA
to identify one of its customers, and vice versa, when banking online.

    MBNA customers are also encouraged to use 3-D secure (
https://www.securesuite.co.uk/mbna/registration/welcome.jsp?partner=mbnairelandvisa)
, a service provided by MBNA and certified by Visa and Mastercard
offering secure Internet shopping.

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

    (1) MBNA commissioned a SKOPOS Opinion People panel of 752 UK credit card
customers in August 2010. More than 88% highlighted security and protection
as a vital part of their credit card - 43% singled it out as the most
important factor.

    (2) To take up the McAfee Online Banking Suite offer, MBNA customers
should log in to Online Card Services and visit the "Your Account" page,
which will guide them through the steps. Customers not already registered
on Online Card Services can follow the quick registration process and
follow the same simple process. For details about McAfee Online Banking
Suite and the terms of the offer, go to
http://www.mbna.co.uk/protection-security/mcafee

    About MBNA Europe Bank

    MBNA Europe is a wholly owned subsidiary of Bank of America Corporation
(NYSE: BAC) and is the recognised leader in affinity marketing.

    For more information, visit the company's website at
http://www.mbna.co.uk or Bank of America's website at
http://www.bankofamerica.com

    Editor and supplementary notes:

    The information contained in MBNA Europe's press releases is intended
solely for journalists and should not be used by consumers to make financial
decisions. Any consumer interested in finding out more about any of MBNA
Europe's products should visit http://www.mbna.co.uk for full terms and
conditions.

Source: MBNA Europe Bank Ltd

For further information, contact: Gary Jenkins, Vice President - Communications, Bank of America Europe Card Services, Tel: +44(0)1244-574136, Mobile: +44(0)7825-721118, Fax: +44(0)1244-672468, Email: gary.jenkins@mbna.com

LiveViewGPS Announces New Android Application for GPS Tracking System

VALENCIA, Calif., Jan. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- LiveViewGPS, a leading GPS tracking company, is pleased to announce their new Android phone application, which allows LiveViewGPS users who own LiveTrac series GPS trackers to track their devices in real time from their Droid mobile phone.

Using the Droid GPS car tracking app, users can keep tabs on their automobiles, important assets such as watches or laptops, and even children, teens and elderly relatives - all from the screens of their Droid phones. The new application works with all LiveTrac series GPS systems, including LiveTrac PT-10 GPS Tracker, LiveTrac PT-10, Professional GPS Tracker, LiveTrac RTV5 Vehicle Tracker and LiveTrac RTV10 Nav Tracker.

"We are thrilled to add yet another platform to our comprehensive offering of smartphone GPS tracking applications," said a LiveViewGPS representative. "In addition to our new Android app we also have an iPhone GPS application and a BlackBerry GPS tracking system."

The new Droid GPS tracking application includes the standard features of the LiveViewGPS web-based software, as well as additional real-time fleet tracking capabilities. This technology offers the ability to track multiple GPS systems, so employers can monitor all company vehicles, including the speed and route of each vehicle, when employees arrive at a jobsite or delivery location, what time employees start and end their driving shifts, how long they took for lunch, or how long they were stopped at a particular location.

For personal vehicle tracking use, users will be able to view their equipment's exact location as well as see their vehicle's speed and direction of travel - a great feature for parents of teen drivers. Additionally, users of the Android GPS tracking app who have the RTV5 installed with optional relays will be able to disable their vehicles starter, remotely start their vehicles, and lock and unlock their vehicles doors via their Droid phone.

For additional information, visit http://www.liveviewgps.com/. To read more on this topic, visit: http://www.liveviewgps.com/New+Android+Application+for+GPS+Tracking+System.html.

About LiveViewGPS:

LiveViewGPS, Inc. is located in Southern California and is a Location Based Service Company (LBS).  They provide wireless location products and services for small and large businesses, law enforcement, and family safety, including GPS car tracking, fleet tracking, vehicle tracking and more. Their clients include numerous Federal, State and local government agencies, Fortune 100 and 500 corporations, as well as numerous privately held companies.

SOURCE  LiveViewGPS

LiveViewGPS

CONTACT: LiveViewGPS, +1-888-544-0494, info@liveviewgps.com

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

Spreadtrum and TSMC Achieve 3G TD-SCDMA Baseband Processor Milestone

First 40nm baseband chip to support China's 3G standard

SHANGHAI and SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Spreadtrum Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: SPRD; "Spreadtrum") and TSMC (TWSE: 2330, NYSE: TSM) today unveiled their achievement on the first commercialized 40nm Time Division - Synchronous Code Division Multiple Access (TD-SCDMA) baseband processor. First time silicon success for this baseband processor was achieved by the two companies jointly optimizing design, process and manufacturing. The chip is in initial production at Fab 12, one of TSMC's GIGAFAB(TM) facilities in Taiwan.

The new processor supports TD-SCDMA and other telecommunication 3.75G to 2G specifications including High-Speed Uplink Packet Access (HSUPA), Enhanced Data GSM Environment (EDGE), General Packet Radio Service (GPRS) and Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM). It also features up to a 2.8Mbps bandwidth that is more than one hundred times faster than the 2G standard.

The baseband processor leverages TSMC's 40nm low power (40LP) process technology to extend battery lifetime in mobile telecommunication. The 40LP process also supports other leakage-sensitive applications such as application processor, portable consumer and wireless connectivity devices.

Dr. Leo Li, Spreadtrum's President and CEO said, "40nm process technology is a critical element to Spreadtrum's next-generation product portfolio. The success of the world's first commercialized 40nm baseband processor demonstrates our design and time-to-production ability to deliver the cutting-edge technology in the 3G communication industry. TSMC is the clear foundry leader in 40nm process technology. With its excellent technical advantages and strategic support for Spreadtrum since 2003, TSMC ensures the quality and performance of our chips, which allows us to provide stable and superior products to our customers."

"Spreadtrum is to be commended for bringing to production the first 40nm 3G baseband chip to meet China's TD-SCDMA specification," said Jason Chen, senior vice president of worldwide sales and marketing. "The achievement of this milestone underscores TSMC's ongoing role as the foundation for logic IC innovation, including that of China's IC design companies."

About Spreadtrum Communications

Spreadtrum Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPRD; "Spreadtrum") is a fabless semiconductor company that develops baseband and RF processor solutions for the wireless communications market. Spreadtrum combines its semiconductor design expertise with its software development capabilities to deliver highly-integrated baseband processors with multimedia functionality and power management. Spreadtrum has developed its solutions based on an open development platform, enabling its customers to develop customized wireless products that are feature-rich to meet their cost and time-to-market requirements.

For more information, please visit: http://www.spreadtrum.com

About TSMC 

TSMC is the world's largest dedicated semiconductor foundry, providing the industry's leading process technology and the foundry's largest portfolio of process-proven libraries, IPs, design tools and reference flows. The Company's managed capacity in 2010 totaled 11.33 million (8-inch equivalent) wafers, including capacity from two advanced 12-inch GIGAFABs(TM), four eight-inch fabs, one six-inch fab, as well as TSMC's wholly owned subsidiaries, WaferTech and TSMC China, and its joint venture fab, SSMC. TSMC is the first foundry to provide 40nm production capabilities. Its corporate headquarters are in Hsinchu, Taiwan. For more information about TSMC please visit http://www.tsmc.com. 

SOURCE  TSMC; Spreadtrum Communications, Inc.

TSMC; Spreadtrum Communications, Inc.

CONTACT: Ms. Kathy Zhou or Mr. Allen Zhao, +86-21-50802727, news@spreadtrum.com, both for Spreadtrum; or TSMC Acting Spokesperson, Elizabeth Sun, Director, Corporate Communication Division, 886-3-5682085, elizabeth_sun@tsmc.com

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

BSkyB - Half Year Results Interviews with CEO and CFO

LONDON, January 27, 2011/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --     In a video interview with financial broadcaster http://www.cantos.com,
BSkyB CEO Jeremy Darroch says that the News Corp bid has not stopped the
company's management from focusing on its strategy and delivering a robust
set of results.

    "You can see from the strength of the results that we've announced today
that we've stayed very focused in terms of delivering our plan, executing a
strategy that we've laid out for a number of years now. And I think that the
business performance is strong across the board. So it isn't a distraction.
We're very focused on the business."

    Revenues grew by 15 per cent and operating profits increased 26 per cent.

    During the period BSkyB also surpassed its long-standing target of
securing 10 million customers.

    Speaking about the remainder of the year, Darroch strikes a note of
caution regarding the macro economic outlook but underlines that the company
remains well positioned.

    Andrew Griffith, CFO, emphasises the strength of the financial numbers
across the board and explains what the drivers were. He also talks about the
rationale behind the acquisition of Wi-Fi business, The Cloud.

    The interviews and transcript are available now on
http://www.cantos.com/company/British%20Sky%20Broadcasting.

    Cantos.com, the online financial broadcaster, features in-depth
interviews, documentaries and webcasts with senior company executives. If you
would like to contact us, please email amanda.alexander@cantos.com or phone
+44-207-936-1352.

Source: British Sky Broadcasting PLC

If you would like to contact us, please email amanda.alexander@cantos.com or phone
+44-207-936-1352.

Technology of the Gods - Intelligence Automated - "Genius Switch" For Super Intelligence Invented

TORONTO, Canada, January 27, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    - "3 and 4 Dimensional Automated-Intelligence for Instant Human and
Mechanical Computer Thinking, Learning, Understanding and Using Knowledge." A
Human and Artificial Intelligence Automation. (HAIA)

    A Canadian Company, VEZ Inc., has developed a methodology for "People to
turn on" the "Human Genius Switch" to allow people to instantly train
themselves to think and act like a genius, using "Infinite-Simplified-Logic".
The Company also has a multi-interface technology for seamless integration
with all mechanical devices and computers.

    On August 30th 1993, on the "Late Show", David Letterman referred to a
"switch" in a pet trick segment involving "Bailie" the dog who played dead on
command and used "There is no off position on the genius switch." as a queue.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_rr_IXvCm4k

    During Beta testing of the "Key to Knowledge", which started yesterday,
the inventors confirmed that humans could use it to become "Super
Intelligent", simply by understanding and using the "Human Genius Switch". As
a result the Company, Vez Inc., successfully demonstrated the ability to
perfect the way humans and machines can interact, contextually, using an
infinitely simple common sense interface. A Patent has been filed.

    The Inventors expect many others to immediately start using their
technology in other applications. User licence agreements will be available
on the company website soon.

    The technologies allow humans and computing machines to instantly,
"Visualize Everything and Zoom In, 3D and/or 4D" (VEZ), to access knowledge
and use it instantly, automatically. (VEZ) By using the "Genius Switch" any
person will be able to learn and use knowledge almost instantly, to do
everything better.

    In his 2000 book, "Technology of the Gods, The Incredible Sciences of The
Ancients", on page 335, author David Hatcher Childress said "Now that
technology has again reached a point of no return, perhaps we are ready to
jump into the next level. A level beyond the technology of today. The
technology of the Gods tomorrow. A technology that allows man to finally
learn to live in harmony with nature and his fellow man."

    The Inventors believe "Tomorrow arrived today and History is now ready
for the Future".

    For those who do not "get" the beta versions, the "Key to Knowledge" and
"Genius Switch" will be formally released on Tuesday, February 15, 2011. Beta
versions of the technologies are already being released to Learning
Institutions and Academia for review. The beta versions may also be released
by Vez Inc. for public evaluation before the official release. To request a
copy or be notified of the advance please, visit http://www.vez.com and
subscribe to news or send an email.

   
    For further information:

    Go to http://www.vez.com
    Email info@vez.com

    Contact:
    Donald Cudmore P. Eng, MLitt. (Oxon)
    Telephone: +1-(905)-919-2273

Source: VEZ Inc.

For further information: Go to http://www.vez.com, Email info@vez.com. Contact: Donald Cudmore P. Eng, MLitt. (Oxon), Telephone: +1-(905)-919-2273

Sony Computer Entertainment to Unveil 'PlayStation®Suite,' Delivering the World of PlayStation® to Android(TM) Based Portable Devices

Simultaneously Launching "PlayStation®Certified" License Program to Provide PlayStation® Content and Development Support for Android(TM) Based Portable Devices

TOKYO, Jan. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCE) today unveiled "PlayStation®Suite" (PS Suite), delivering the PlayStation® experience to Android(TM) based portable devices*(1).  Through this entirely new initiative, users will be able to enjoy PlayStation content on an open operating system for the first time in PlayStation history.

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In the dramatically evolving and diversifying mobile market, the number of users who enjoy games casually on a variety of devices including mobile phones, smart-phones and tablet PCs, has been increasing significantly.  By offering "PlayStation quality" content to this rapidly growing market, SCE will not only deliver the PlayStation experience to a wider base of users around the globe, but will also be able to offer game developers and publishers the potential to further expand their business opportunities to these devices.

In providing the PlayStation experience on Android based portable devices, SCE will commence a "PlayStation®Certified" license program for hardware manufacturers.  Through this program, SCE will offer necessary support, including development support as well as logo licensing, to ensure the delivery of PlayStation quality experience across various devices.

On the software front, SCE plans to provide PS Suite content within this calendar year, starting with original PlayStation games*(2) (PS one® classics) that will allow users to enjoy "PlayStation quality" gameplay on their Android based portable devices.  SCE also plans to open PlayStation®Store where users will be able to download content in an easy to use environment, directly via the Android based portable devices.  Moreover, SCE will provide a new game development environment in an effort to ensure new and compelling content is delivered on PS Suite, which will also offer opportunities for a wider base of developers and publishers to further expand their business on various portable devices.

Newly developed content for PS Suite can also be enjoyed on the next generation portable entertainment system (codename: NGP), which SCE announced today.  Users who have never experienced PlayStation content can get a taste of the PlayStation experience through PS Suite and from there, they can enjoy the ultimate portable entertainment experience that is only possible on NGP.

SCE will vigorously enhance the entertainment world, delivering the PlayStation experience to a wider base of users.

*(1) Android(TM) 2.3 or beyond is required.

*(2) PS one game console software title.  We will announce the titles when ready.

About Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

Recognized as the global leader and company responsible for the progression of consumer-based computer entertainment, Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) manufactures, distributes and markets the PlayStation® game console, the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) handheld entertainment system and the PlayStation®3 (PS3®) system.  PlayStation has revolutionized home entertainment by introducing advanced 3D graphic processing, and PlayStation 2 further enhances the PlayStation legacy as the core of home networked entertainment.  PSP is a handheld entertainment system that allows users to enjoy 3D games, with high-quality full-motion video, and high-fidelity stereo audio.  PS3 is an advanced computer system, incorporating the state-of-the-art Cell processor with super computer like power.  SCEI, along with its subsidiary divisions Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC., Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Ltd., and Sony Computer Entertainment Korea Inc. develops, publishes markets and distributes software, and manages the third party licensing programs for these platforms in the respective markets worldwide.  Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, SCEI is an independent business unit of the Sony Group.

PlayStation, PS one, PS3 and PSP are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Android is a trademark of Google Inc.

SOURCE  Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

Photo:http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20020701/SFM066LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

CONTACT: Jennifer Clark, Jennifer_clark@playstation.sony.com, or Al De Leon, Al_Deleon@playstation.sony.com, both of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

Sony Computer Entertainment Announces Its Next Generation Portable Entertainment System

Ultimate Portable Entertainment System Makes Its Debut This Year, Further Expanding the PlayStation® Business in the Portable Gaming Market

TOKYO, Jan. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCE) today announced its next generation portable entertainment system (codename: NGP), which delivers the ultimate portable entertainment experience.  NGP will make its debut at the end of the year 2011.

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(Logo:  http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20020701/SFM066LOGO)

NGP is designed to offer unparalleled interactive entertainment that is only possible on PlayStation®.  This new system offers a revolutionary combination of rich gaming and social connectivity within a real world context, made possible by leveraging SCE's experience from both PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) and PlayStation®3 (PS3®) entertainment systems.

Deep and immersive gaming is at the core of PlayStation's DNA, and NGP is the latest embodiment of this vision.  By having both Wi-Fi and 3G network connectivity, together with various applications, NGP will enable infinite possibilities for users to "encounter," "connect," "discover," "share" and "play" with friends wherever they are.  Within the device are a range of features that provide a genuinely cutting-edge, next generation ultimate portable entertainment experience.

    --  Stunning OLED and Revolutionary User Interface

NGP incorporates a beautiful multi-touch 5-inch organic light emitting display (OLED) as the front display.  A high-performance CPU / GPU combined with OLED enables rich, visually striking graphics never seen before on a portable entertainment system, for both games and other digital entertainment content.  The new system also incorporates a unique multi-touch pad on the rear, and together with the front touch display, NGP offers new game play allowing users to interact directly with games in three dimension-like motion, through "touch, grab, trace, push and pull" moves of the fingers.

    --  Super Oval Design and Dual Analog Sticks

While succeeding the basic design philosophy of PSP, NGP adopts the Super Oval Design form factor, created to fit comfortably in users' hands.  For the first time, a portable entertainment system will feature two analog sticks, which enable a wider range of game genres to be brought into the portable experience.

    --  LiveArea(TM)

Every game title for NGP will be provided with a space called "LiveArea(TM)" where users can share the fun and excitement with other players.  Users will have access to the latest information of games provided from SCE and 3(rd) party developers and publishers through PlayStation®Network.  Additionally, NGP users will be able to view an "Activity" log that is constantly updated with accomplishments from users who are playing the same game, which in turn can trigger active real-time communication among users.

    --  Near

SCE will also provide location-based services on NGP as part of the basic features utilizing PlayStation Network.  The new application called "Near," developed specifically for this service and the network, will be pre-installed in the system to let users find out what their friends in the vicinity are playing now or what they were playing recently.  Users can meet their friends and new players virtually, regardless of what games they are playing, simply by sharing their game information across different dimensions of time and distance.

    --  New Game Medium

NGP adopts a new game medium, a small flash memory based card, dedicated for NGP software titles.  Taking advantage of the flash memory feature, this innovative card can store the full software titles plus add-on game content or the game save data directly on to the card. By adopting flash memory based card, SCE will be able to provide game cards with higher capacity in the future, allowing developers to store more game data to deliver rich and immersive games.

NGP will also come equipped with two cameras on its front and rear, as well as three motion sensors, gyroscope, accelerometer and electronic compass, all of which are designed to enable users to enjoy the world of entertainment that is linked with real life experiences.

PlayStation®Suite (PS Suite), announced today, will also closely coordinate with NGP.  The newly developed and released game content for Android(TM) based portable devices can also be enjoyed on NGP.  As a result, users will have access to not only the most leading-edge content, but also some of the more casual experiences that typify the mobile market place.

SCE will vigorously promote NGP towards the launch as the next generation portable entertainment platform and deploy various measures to further expand the portable gaming market.

-- Next generation portable entertainment system (codename: NGP) --

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    CPU             ARM(R) Cortex(TM)-A9 core (4 core)
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    GPU             SGX543MP4+
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    External        Approx. 182.0 x 18.6 x 83.5mm (width x height x depth)
     Dimensions      (tentative, excludes largest projection)
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    Screen         5 inches (16:9), 960 x 544, Approx. 16 million colors, OLED
    (Touch screen)  Multi touch screen (capacitive type)
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    Rear touch pad  Multi touch pad (capacitive type)
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    Cameras         Front camera, Rear camera
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    Sound           Built-in stereo speakers
                    Built-in microphone
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    Sensors         Six-axis motion sensing system (three-axis gyroscope,
                     three-axis accelerometer), Three-axis electronic compass
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    Location        Built-in GPS
                    Wi-Fi location service support
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    Keys / Switches PS button
                    Power button
                    Directional buttons (Up/Down/Right/Left)
                    Action buttons (Triangle, Circle, Cross, Square)
                    Shoulder buttons (Right/Left)
                    Right stick, Left stick
                    START button, SELECT button
                    Volume buttons (+/-)
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    Wireless        Mobile network connectivity (3G)
     communications IEEE 802.11b/g/n (n = 1x1)(Wi-Fi) (Infrastructure mode/
                     Ad-hoc mode)
                    Bluetooth(R) 2.1+EDR (A2DP/AVRCP/HSP)
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About Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

Recognized as the global leader and company responsible for the progression of consumer-based computer entertainment, Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) manufactures, distributes and markets the PlayStation® game console, the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) handheld entertainment system and the PlayStation®3 (PS3®) system.  PlayStation has revolutionized home entertainment by introducing advanced 3D graphic processing, and PlayStation 2 further enhances the PlayStation legacy as the core of home networked entertainment.  PSP is a handheld entertainment system that allows users to enjoy 3D games with high-quality full-motion video and high-fidelity stereo audio.  PS3 is an advanced computer system, incorporating the state-of-the-art Cell processor with super computer like power.  SCEI, along with its subsidiary divisions Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC., Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Ltd., and Sony Computer Entertainment Korea Inc. develops, publishes, markets and distributes software and manages the third party licensing programs for these platforms in the respective markets worldwide.  Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, SCEI is an independent business unit of the Sony Group.

PlayStation, PS3 and PSP are registered trademarks of, and LIVEAREA is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

Android is a trademark or registered trademark of Google Inc.

ARM and Cortex are trademarks or registered trademarks of ARM Ltd.

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. is under license.

All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

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Roke Launches Technology First to Make Smartphones Smarter

ROMSEY, England, January 27, 2011/PRNewswire/ --     Roke Manor Research has developed 'SmartSwitch', the world's first
intelligent network congestion and traffic manager that requires zero
infrastructure investment from network operators. By maximising battery life,
SmartSwitch also allows smartphone manufacturers to significantly improve
reliability and consumer satisfaction.

    Unlike other connection managers, SmartSwitch only exists on the mobile
device. This means that it can be configured for mass market deployment
without the need for operators to invest in infrastructure or additional
capability.

    SmartSwitch is also optimised to provide network operators with
intelligent selective offload and traffic shaping. By using context aware
network selection, SmartSwitch intelligently selects alternative networks,
such as WiFi, based on traffic type and preset policies. As SmartSwitch is
application aware, this gives operators the ability to reduce congestion in
known problem coverage areas and ensure that traffic from value-added
applications is not lost. Other connection managers currently rely on a
priority connection process, which can result in the loss of valuable traffic
to other competitive networks, as well as adversely impact battery life.

    SmartSwitch delivers smartphone users the ability to define their quality
of experience and manufacturers improved battery performance, allowing them
to increase consumer satisfaction and differentiate their products. Mobile
users define how long they need the battery to last and follow SmartSwitch's
simple indicators to guide them towards a usage pattern that can be
sustained. SmartSwitch's intelligent network selection then ensures that the
device's power usage is suited to the user's predefined data requirements.
Background data management also notifies the user of events such as new
email, while reducing the time connected to the network to maximise battery
life.

    Ben Toner, Business Sector Consultant, Roke Manor Research, said: "A
constant battle within the telecoms industry is to deliver smartphone users
better applications but within the constraints of battery capabilities. Users
cannot tell how long their battery will last and may run out of power before
they get to a charger, yet they still expect to browse the Internet whenever
they want and have instant access to applications such as email and social
media. SmartSwitch will give mobile devices the intelligence to understand a
user's individual preferences and manage battery life against that.

    "Not only will SmartSwitch improve user satisfaction with both network
and device reliability, it will also enable network operators to maximise
capacity. Roke has really has put the 'smart' into smartphones."

    For more information please visit http://www.roke.co.uk/smartswitch

    Roke will be demonstrating SmartSwitch at this year's Mobile World
Congress. Those attending who would like to see SmartSwitch in action please
contact Ben Toner +44(0)1794-833000 ben.toner@roke.co.uk

    About Roke Manor Research Ltd http://www.roke.co.uk

    Roke Manor Research Ltd. is an independent electronics research and
development centre based in Romsey, Hampshire. Founded in 1956, Roke is one
of the UK's leading suppliers of innovative solutions and contract R&D. Roke
employs 450 staff and has over 430 patents to its name. Roke pioneers
developments in electronic sensors, networks, and communications technology.

    Roke has over 50 years of communications experience, providing customers
with technology consultancy through to product development in both the
commercial and military sectors. Roke has led the way in mobile terminal
development, from the first GSM devices to the latest LTE and WiMAX
technology. Its research, product development and business process expertise
ensures that customers always produce cost-effective, market-leading products
with a rapid turnaround from concept to market introduction.

    For more information, visit http://www.roke.co.uk.

Source: Roke Manor Research

For further information please contact: Ben Toner, Roke, +44(0)1794 833000, ben.toner@roke.co.uk or Sarah Miles, Glow Marketing, +44(0)1329-836390, sarah@theglowstudio.com

IBM Sees Cloud Adoption Soar With New Clients, Partnerships

ARMONK, N.Y., Jan. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced new partnerships and increased adoption of LotusLive public cloud services to help clients innovate faster, improve daily business interactions and increase business efficiencies.  LotusLive provides organizations with integrated email, Web conferencing, and social networking and collaboration services through the IBM cloud.

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As part of today's news, IBM announced partnerships with Ariba and SugarCRM that will help clients take advantage of social commerce and customer relationship management (CRM) in the cloud.

IBM is also announcing the widespread adoption of LotusLive with the following new clients benefiting from IBM's Cloud initiatives including the Australian Bureau of Statistics, C&D Foods, Crawford & Company, FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, General Milling Corporation, General Motors Components Holdings and the Zoo and Aquarium Association of Australia.

Adoption of cloud computing is on the rise. Recent IDC research shows that worldwide spending on cloud services will grow almost threefold, reaching $44.2 billion by 2013.(1)  With this increased interest and adoption, businesses across the world are embracing IBM's public cloud services for easy-to-use collaboration tools to connect with colleagues, partners and suppliers quickly.

Additionally, according to a recent IBM survey of more than 2,000 midsize companies, there's growing adoption of cloud computing among midsize firms, with two-thirds either planning or currently deploying cloud-based technologies to improve IT systems management while lowering costs.

Today's news reinforces IBM's Cloud leadership in helping clients to create better business outcomes leveraging public, private and hybrid cloud approaches.

Transforming Collaboration and Business Processes in the Cloud

By adding business partner integrations, LotusLive delivers more cloud-based options to simplify and improve everyday business activities. IBM LotusLive offers integrated applications from business partners that are designed to help companies of all sizes, in every industry, work more efficiently and effectively.   

Today, IBM is announcing two new partnerships with SugarCRM and Ariba, delivering integrated applications that deliver Cloud collaboration within CRM and commerce applications.

SugarCRM, a leading provider of open source CRM software, is integrating LotusLive into its customer relationship management application. The combined offering will help sales more effectively collaborate with prospects and customers during lead generation, lead-to-cash and issue resolution processes.  For example, a sales agent can now instantly launch a LotusLive online meeting with key prospects right from the Sugar application, and quickly and easily share important files and information with a few simple clicks.   

This capability provides a more streamlined experience for the prospect, creates greater visibility into account activity, and increases CRM user productivity, which can shorten sales cycles and increase revenue for sales organizations. The new service is expected to be available during the first half of 2011.

With today's news, Ariba is integrating LotusLive into its Ariba Discovery service. Ariba Discovery is a free, easy-to-use service that provides access to more than 325,000 sellers in more than 400 business categories. Ariba Discovery for LotusLive lets buyers and sellers more easily collaborate through online meetings, and through web conferences, online chats, and sharing documents, resulting in improved communications and faster decision making. The service is expected to be available during the first half of 2011.

Accelerating Cloud Collaboration in Organizations Around the Globe

Organizations including C&D Foods, Crawford & Company, the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising, General Motors Components Holdings LLC and General Milling Corporation have adopted IBM's cloud based email offerings.

General Motors Components Holdings LLC (GMCH) purchased LotusLive to provide employees with cloud based email, calendar and contact management services.  A wholly owned subsidiary of General Motors, GMCH was looking to improve collaboration among its employees in plants in New York, Michigan and Indiana that manufacture HVAC climate control systems, powertrain cooling systems, engine management systems, automotive electronics and related products.  Formerly part of the Delphi Corporation, GMCH needed to move all employees to GM compatible systems after the acquisition from Delphi. 

GMCH wanted a cloud solution that would meet GM's requirements for performance and reliability without the capital expenditure necessary to run email in-house.  They chose LotusLive Notes for the flexibility of the service and because of IBM's enterprise experience.  GMCH has also purchased LotusLive Connections to facilitate social networking and collaboration between employees in the Cloud.

C&D Foods, based in Longford, Ireland, is one of Europe's leading high quality pet food manufacturers producing more than 150,000 tons of pet food annually. C&D Foods needed a quick and cost-effective way to move employees at their canning facility in the Netherlands off Microsoft Exchange.

"We decided to move employees to the cloud with LotusLive iNotes. With its simple administration tools and user-friendly interface, LotusLive helped take pressure off our migration team.  We were able to move users quickly and easily without any interruption to our network or IT infrastructure.  With LotusLive, users can now access their e-mail, anytime, any place," said Rosalyn Donnelly, IT Manager, C&D Foods.

Crawford & Company, based in Atlanta, Georgia, is the world's largest independent provider of claims management solutions to the risk management and insurance industry, as well as self-insured entities.

"With a global network of more than 700 locations in 63 countries, we needed a cost effective, reliable email service," said Beverly Trice, Catastrophe Services, Crawford & Company.  "We chose LotusLive iNotes so field adjusters could have access to their email whenever, wherever.  More over, it's important that the email have a consistent email domain in a secure environment so the adjusters feel confident to share information with clients and communicate internally with colleagues."

The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM), a private college in California specializing in the fashion design, interior design and entertainment industries, adopted LotusLive iNotes to provide 7,500 students with low-cost, reliable Webmail that they can access anywhere on or off campus.

FIDM's goal was to offer its students with email accounts that provide a consistent domain so the administration and faculty could communicate with the student body more effectively.  In FIDM's eLearning program, where most of the interaction between students and teachers happens electronically, LotusLive provides a consistent and reliable user experience for the entire class which facilitates more effective communication. 

FIDM also wanted to ensure that its students had a professional email account to use when applying for internships or jobs.  Prior to moving to LotusLive iNotes, students used their free, personal email accounts and the administration did not always have the correct email address for every student on campus.  LotusLive helps the students and faculty stay in touch with each other more efficiently.

General Milling Corporation (GMC) is one of the largest integrated food companies in the Philippines with offices and plants located throughout the country.  In business for 50 years, the company was looking for a reliable and cost-effective collaboration platform as a foundation for growth as they aim to become one of the top food producers in Philippines.

The company adopted LotusLive's complete collaboration suite to provide its employees with cloud-based e-mail and advanced collaboration tools.  Moving e-mail to the cloud with LotusLive Notes allows the company to expand IT resources while still having access to business-class messaging and the latest technologies from IBM.  GMC also purchased LotusLive Engage for web conferencing and other collaboration capabilities such as file sharing, instant messaging and activity management, to promote greater collaboration among its widely dispersed workforce and its partners and vendors.

Organizations including the Australian Bureau of Statistics and the Zoo and Aquarium Association of Australia have adopted LotusLive Engage to drive increased collaboration across geographically distributed teams.

For example, the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) adopted LotusLive across its 3,200 person organization for increased project collaboration with other international statistical agencies.  The ABS are members of several international networks developing standards and applications for statistical processing.  By adopting LotusLive Engage, the international project teams have been able to quickly share skills and intellectual property and assets, design and co-develop statistical standards and applications -- all within a secure, cost-effective environment that LotusLive provides.

The Zoo and Aquarium Association of Australia integrates more than 90 zoos and aquariums across Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific in a network for wildlife conservation, environmental education and wildlife research.  Its main activity is the Australasian Species Management Program (ASMP) which has a mission "to plan and manage animal collections cooperatively, in ways that promote sustainability and contribute to species conservation."

The Association has adopted LotusLive Engage as its collaboration platform to support more than a 100 species programs that involve teams implementing best practice policy across the region. The Association has found the platform to be secure and easy to use and a good way of disseminating current information and collecting feedback.

For more information about LotusLive, please visit http://www.lotuslive.com

For more information about IBM's Cloud computing initiatives, please http://www.ibm.com/ibm/cloud/

Sources:

(1):  Main IDC Cloud Research Landing Page: http://www.idc.com/prodserv/idc_cloud.jsp

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    IBM Media Relations
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CONTACT: Hanna Smigala, IBM Media Relations, +1-914-766-1353, smigala@us.ibm.com

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

Carfax Releases Mobile Application

Highly-Anticipated 'Carfax for Dealers' iPhone App Now Available on App Store

CENTREVILLE, Va., Jan. 26, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Carfax today launched the first mobile app dedicated to providing on-the-go dealers with access to Carfax Vehicle History Reports. The 'Carfax for Dealers' app is available for free download to all dealers on the App Store. With an iPhone or other Apple mobile device, dealers can run Carfax Reports using their existing Carfax account to better evaluate used cars anytime, anywhere.

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"The free 'Carfax for Dealers' iPhone app is just what our business needed," said Justin Villa, pre-owned sales manager with David McDavid Automotive in Irving, Tex. "We downloaded it the day it came out and already we're saving a ton of time evaluating cars. It's helping us win at auction and evaluate a customer's trade faster. After all, time is money."

Running Carfax Reports is a key component to a dealer's acquisition process. Users start by entering the 17-digit vehicle identification number (VIN) or scanning the vehicle barcode to run the Carfax Report. Any vehicle run through the 'Carfax for Dealers' app is automatically added to the dealer's inventory manager at carfaxonline.com. Carfax Reports are saved for up to 30 days and dealers can mark vehicles they're most interested in as favorites within the app.

"We've always been quick to embrace new technology to help maintain our competitive edge," said Michael Townsend, used sales manager at Townsend Honda in Tuscaloosa, Ala. "When we heard about the new 'Carfax for Dealers' app, we went and got it immediately. The app is fast and makes appraising cars easy. It's my new favorite tool on my phone."

Free access to Carfax Reports is also available through apps from several wireless technology providers. Dealers looking for additional pricing and product integration functionality can visit:

    --  AutoRevo (http://www.autorevo.com)
    --  eCarList TrueTarget (http://www.ecarlist.com)
    --  VIN Viper (http://www.vinviper.com)
    --  vAuto (http://www.vauto.com)

"Our customers tell us how important immediate access to Carfax Reports is to their success, especially at acquisition," said Larry Gamache, communications director at Carfax. "The 'Carfax for Dealers' app now puts the power of this information in the palm of your hand. And, you can run as many reports as you need through the app if you're on the Unlimited Carfax Reports Program for dealers."

An Android version of the 'Carfax for Dealers' app is coming soon. To download the app for iPhone, visit http://itunes.com/apps/CARFAXInc/CARFAXforDealers. Carfax experts will be demonstrating the new app during 2011 NADA Convention and Exposition at Booth #208 South. Interested dealers not attending the convention are encouraged to contact their Carfax Account Manager or call 800-274-2277.

About Carfax (http://www.carfax.com)

Millions of used car buyers and sellers each year rely on Carfax, the most trusted provider of vehicle history information. Using the unique 17-character vehicle identification number (VIN) found on vehicle dashboards and title documents, Carfax instantly generates a detailed Vehicle History Report on any used car or light truck. Carfax Vehicle History Reports(TM) provide valuable information that helps used car buyers and sellers make better decisions. For more information or to become a Carfax-subscribing dealer, visit http://www.carfaxonline.com.

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

IEEE Spectrum and Qmags Team-up for iPad Application

Branded App Built by Qmags Puts IEEE Spectrum Magazine on the iPad

NEW YORK, Jan. 26, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- IEEE Spectrum and Qmags have launched an iPad application that reproduces in replica format all of the deep content and rich graphics of Spectrum's print edition on the iPad's big beautiful Multi-Touch screen.  The app delivers a digital newsstand that includes the current issue (and for members only) an issue archive back to July 2007.  Non members can purchase a single issue or annual subscription.  Once an issue is downloaded it takes advantage of the iPad's unique technology: pages can be swiped to turn forward or backwards, and tapped or pinched to zoom in or out.  Single issues or groups of issues can be keyword searched.  Navigation tools and live URL links move readers quickly around the magazine and between the magazine and the Internet. 

"Normally ahead of the technology curve, our readers were requesting that they be able to store and read their issues of Spectrum on their iPads," stated IEEE Media Staff Director and Publisher of IEEE Spectrum James Vick.  "Our digital magazine partner Qmags built the app for us and manages the backend of the business.  Readers are migrating over to their iPads as the first place they pick up Spectrum, and early feedback has been quite positive." 

"Already a Qmags client, we were excited when IEEE Spectrum came to us with this project," said Qmags President and CEO Daniel Schwartz.  "It made perfect sense for us to build the Spectrum app and integrate it with the delivery system that was already in place for their digital editions.  The iPad is the perfect place for print magazine publishers to grow the digital portion of their readership."

The IEEE Spectrum Magazine branded app is available from the App Store on iPad or itunes.com/appstore. 

About IEEE Spectrum

IEEE Spectrum's readership comprises the most significant global community of technology innovators and business leaders.  It's a place where they explore technology-driven industries and their effects on modern society and business. The IEEE Spectrum audience challenges the limits of what is possible, stimulating growth through innovation. Today, nearly 400,000 of the world's foremost technology minds rely on IEEE Spectrum as their primary source for news, information and analysis on emerging technology trends. As individuals, they make strategic decisions that determine the adoption and development of future for their organizations. As a group, they create a powerful sphere of influence that encompasses millions of professionals worldwide. 

About Qmags

Qmags, a division of Qiosk.com, is a pioneer and leader in digital publication creation and delivery.  Qmags provides digital technology solutions with its digital products and services for a wide variety of publishers, associations and other content providers.  Available for publications are multiple platforms that enable reading on the computer screen as downloadable or browser-based products, all worldwide smartphone screens, and the new magazine-branded iPad applications.  Founded in 1998 and privately held, Qmags is headquartered in New York, and has offices in San Francisco and Mumbai. 

    FOR INFORMATION CONTACT:
    Scott Johnson
    info@qiosk.com
    212 947-6050 Ext. 11

    RELATED LINKS
    http://www.qmags.com
    http://spectrum.ieee.org

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Qmags

CONTACT: Scott Johnson, +1-212-947-6050 Ext. 11, info@qiosk.com

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

New Matrox Mura(TM) MPX Series Add-In Boards Redefine Collaborative Video Walls and Matrix Switcher/Scaler Solutions

MONTREAL, January 26, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    - Combine multiple single-slot, PCIe x16 Gen 2 output/input boards for
unparalleled performance, image quality, and scalability

    Matrox Graphics Inc. today announced the new Matrox Mura(TM) MPX Series
display wall controller board line-up for collaborative display walls and
matrix switcher/scaler installations. The new Mura MPX Series cards combine
traditionally separate input and output cards onto a single-slot, PCI Express
x16 Gen 2 board, leveraging 64 Gb/sec full duplex data transfer to display
full frame rate, HD video input channels. The MPX Series output/input boards
feature highly flexible, universal input channel support for both digital and
analogue video (HD, SL-DVI, RGB/VGA, Component, S-Video, and Composite), plus
capture and display data sources at full RGB888 image quality with zero
compression. System integrators can easily add multiple MPX output/input
boards within a single system and incorporate MPX video capture cards for
high-volume, analogue video input deployments.

   
    Universal Output/Input Boards:

      - Mura MPX-4/0 (4 outputs, 0 inputs)

    Part number: Mura-MPX44F

      - Mura MPX-4/2 (4 outputs, 2 inputs)

    Part number: Mura-MPX42F

      - Mura MPX-4/4 (4 outputs, 4 inputs)

    Part number: Mura-MPX40F

    Analogue Video Input Boards:

      - Mura MPX-V8 (8 inputs)

    Part number: Mura-MPX44F

      - Mura Mura MPX-V16 (16 inputs)

    Part number: Mura-MPXV16F

    The ultimate building block for control room video walls, digital
signage, and corporate presentation environments, Mura MPX Series includes an
updated SDK, including API software-backwards compatible with the existing
Matrox PPX/VPX Display Wall Series-plus a new network API with integrated
media input/output control for a quicker time to market. The ideal add-in
board for display wall controllers, Mura MPX Series can also be integrated
within switcher/scaler solutions, providing all-in-one switching, signal
conversion, scaling, and de-interlacing capabilities, eliminating the need to
purchase separate solutions.

    "System designers and integrators will be impressed by the performance,
image quality and scalability that Matrox Mura MPX Series has to offer," says
Helgi Sigurdsson, Product Manager, Matrox Graphics Inc. "Designed with both
outputs and inputs on the same single-slot card to take full advantage of the
duplex nature of the PCIe x16 bus, multiple MPX add-in boards can easily be
combined in a single system to build large-scale video wall and matrix
switcher/scaler solutions."

    Matrox will be showcasing the Matrox Mura technology at Integrated
Systems Europe 2011 in Booth# 11F48, Hall 11, from February 1-3 at the
Amsterdam RAI.

    Availability

    The Matrox Mura MPX Series display wall controller boards will be
available in Q2/Q3 2011. Development kits will be available in February 2011.
For more information on Mura boards or to order your development kit, please
contact Matrox Graphics at graphics@matrox.com.

    About Matrox Graphics Inc.

    Matrox Graphics is a leading manufacturer of graphics solutions for
professional markets. In-house design expertise, top-to-bottom manufacturing,
and dedicated customer support make our solutions the premier choice in
industries that require stable, high-reliability products.

    For more information, visit http://www.matrox.com/mura_mpx_series.

    CONTACT: Steve Choi, +1-514-822-6000 X2540

Source: Matrox Graphics Inc.

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BB&T introduces free downloadable iPad App

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C., Jan. 26, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- BB&T has launched a free iPad application that allows more convenient banking access to its on-the-go clients. The BB&T iPad App is one of the first of its kind in the United States that's not just a high definition version of mobile banking. It is now available for download on the iTunes App Store.

"The iPad App leverages the unique features of the iPad to give clients a faster, more convenient way to manage their accounts and access our online services in an always-connected environment," said Sumit Deshpande, BB&T Online Channel group manager, mobile and messaging services.

The app allows clients to:

    --  Access BB&T OnLine Banking - check account balances, transfer funds, pay
        bills, sign up for paperless statements and account alerts.
    --  Open new accounts - apply for checking and savings accounts, home equity
        loans and more. In minutes, clients can add accounts to their shopping
        cart, get an instant decision and fund accounts online.
    --  Find BB&T locations - locate the nearest BB&T financial center or ATM
        using GPS (Global Positioning System) technology.
    --  Learn and plan - access an online library of financial education
        information and interactive calculators.

Clients who access their accounts through the iPad App can rest assured that their personal information is secure. BB&T guards clients' accounts with 128-bit encryption technology, multiple firewalls to shield the network and logon security measures with automatic inactivity logoff. For more information about the BB&T iPad App, visit http://www.BBT.com/ipad.

"We are pleased to be able to offer our clients an app specifically for the iPad. At BB&T we are committed to providing the most up-to-date services that empower our clients to make the best financial decisions," Deshpande said.

About BB&T

BB&T Corporation (NYSE: BBT) is one of the largest financial services holding companies in the U.S. with more than $157.1 billion in assets and market capitalization of $18.3 billion, as of Dec. 31, 2010. Based in Winston-Salem, N.C., the company operates approximately 1,800 financial centers in 12 states and Washington, D.C., and offers a full range of consumer and commercial banking, securities brokerage, asset management, mortgage and insurance products and services. A Fortune 500 company, BB&T is consistently recognized for outstanding client satisfaction by J.D. Power and Associates, the U.S. Small Business Administration, Greenwich Associates and others. More information about BB&T and its full line of products and services is available at http://www.BBT.com.

SOURCE  BB&T Corporation

BB&T Corporation

CONTACT: Teresa Rose, Senior Vice President, Online Channel Manager, +1-919-791-3304, Merrie Betbeze Tolbert, Vice President, Corporate Communications, +1-336-733-1475

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

Summit Business Media Launches Suite of eNewsletters for P&C Insurance Professionals Delivering Breaking News and Targeted, Topical Content

NEW YORK, Jan. 26, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Summit Business Media announced the launch of nine eNewsletters to address the industry's need for comprehensive coverage of P&C insurance news and trends as well as targeted, topical content. These eNewsletters are part of the Jan. 10, 2011 launch of PropertyCasualty360.com - a powerful online resource that provides a 360-degree view of property & casualty insurance issues significant to insurers, producers, corporate buyers and claims professionals.

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"P&C professionals rely on eNewsletters for their business every day," said Eric Gilkey, editor of PropertyCasualty360.com.  "We wanted to capitalize on their importance by enhancing the content.  No one else in the industry is creating content like the experienced editors of PropertyCasualty360.com.  This exclusive content is complemented with relevant data from the most trusted reference and data products in the industry -- including Highline Data, Kirschner's, and FC&S. We're taking it a step further by providing exclusive insights into the market trends and industry events and delivering them right to readers' inboxes."

It was important to streamline editorial efforts, make it easier for readers to subscribe, and enhance the current eNewsletter format.  In addition, a new topical eNewsletter, Risk Management Report, was added to address the needs of corporate buyers of insurance and risk management professionals.

"With overall industry news as it breaks, daily news highlights, and seven targeted eNewsletters, advertisers have a great opportunity to reach the audience segment they need," said Chris Luke, group publisher. "PropertyCasualty360.com also offers numerous ways to enhance an eNewsletter sponsorship with custom packages, exclusive section sponsorships, branded email blasts, and more."

These eNewsletters are the latest example of Summit Business Media's value-added digital strategy.  In the last 18 months, Summit Business Media launched multiple new eNewsletters and websites, including PropertyCasualty360.com in January 2011 and AdvisorOne.com in October 2010.

Sign up to receive these free eNewsletters from PropertyCasualty360.com:

    --  PropertyCasualty360 Daily eNews
    --  PropertyCasualty360 News Flash
    --  Specialty Markets Insight
    --  Tech Digest
    --  Agent & Broker Insider
    --  Claims Connection
    --  Workers' Comp Watch
    --  Risk Management Report *NEW TOPIC*
    --  Florida Insurance Monitor

About PropertyCasualty360

PropertyCasualty360.com is a powerful online resource that provides a 360-degree view of property & casualty insurance issues significant to insurers, producers, corporate buyers and claims professionals. Powered by a combined aggregate of nearly 300 years experience serving the P&C market, PropertyCasualty360.com is built on a trusted and authoritative media platform.

The site combines the established knowledge resources and news reporting capabilities from the experts at Summit Business Media's P&C Insurance Network: National Underwriter Property & Casualty, American Agent & Broker, Tech Decisions, Claims Magazine, and Florida Underwriter.

About Summit Business Media

Summit Business Media is the leading B2B media company serving the insurance and investment markets.  Through its Media and Reference divisions, SBM publishes 16 magazines, more than 30 targeted industry Web sites, and 150 reference titles.  The Events Division hosts a dozen conferences supporting these brands.  SBM's Data Division is the leading provider of group benefits and retirement prospecting tools and insurance industry financial data.  For more information, visit SummitBusinessMedia.com.

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CONTACT: Eric Gilkey, Editor, egilkey@sbmedia.com, +1-800-544-0622, ext. 2128

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

Dead Zone Killer Makes GMC a High-Tech Leader

Wireless Signal Super-Receivers for Vehicles Developed Using Unique Technology

DETROIT, Jan. 26, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Whether driving through a mountain pass or a concrete canyon today's on-the-go consumer shouldn't have to worry about wireless signal strength, and they won't when they are behind the wheel of the 2011 GMC Yukon Denali.

In an era where cars and trucks double as online data and information portals, General Motors has created a first-of-its-kind gigantic signal-testing facility to keep data, cellular and other signals active in areas where wireless signal strength is limited.  The Yukon Denali is one of the first vehicles to benefit from the technology, which looks like something out of a sci-fi movie.

GM created the world's first "vehicle-sized electronically modulated spherical near-field antenna testing system," or ATS, in partnership with transmission tech giant SATIMO SA (Societe d'Applications Technologiques de l'Imagerie Micro-Onde SA). Resembling one-half of the St. Louis Gateway Arch, the $750,000 ATS beams signals from 103 discrete probes down to a vehicle on a rotating platform.

The data is used to optimize satellite antenna design and placement on GMC and other GM vehicles. 

"There are only two other vehicle antenna validation systems like this anywhere in the world," said Janalee Graham, who runs ATS "arch" testing for GM. "And ours was the first.

"The ATS system lets us test the antenna systems on the GMC Yukon Denali in virtually every possible real-world condition," said Graham. "What would take other automakers days of testing can be done in minutes with this system." 

Graham confesses to dragging her family to remote parts of the country to spot test XM satellite radio and OnStar signals on GMC trucks and SUVs.

"They've been unwittingly pulled into my antenna obsession on several occasions while traveling." 

What's her favorite arch? 

"I've been to the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, the Gateway Arch in St. Louis and even the golden arches," she said, "but GM's SATIMO ATS arch is my favorite."

GM's antenna testing system is one of many behind-the-scenes facilities that make the 2011 GMC Yukon Denali a technology leader. Other technologies available on the 2011 GMC Yukon Denali, such as regenerative braking and active fuel management, are designed to provide efficiency, refinement and comfort without sacrificing professional grade capability.

About GMC

GMC has built trucks since 1902, and is one of the industry's healthiest brands. Today GMC is evolving to offer more fuel-efficient trucks and crossovers, including the Terrain small SUV and Acadia crossover. The new GMC Sierra Heavy Duty pickups are the most capable and powerful trucks in the market.  Innovation and engineering excellence are woven into all GMCs, including the Yukon and Yukon XL and full line of Sierra pickups. Today GMC is the only manufacturer offering three full-size hybrid trucks. Details on all GMC models are available at http://www.gmc.com, on Twitter at @thisisgmc or at http://www.facebook.com/gmc.

SOURCE  General Motors

General Motors

CONTACT: Bill Grotz, Quality and Safety Communications, +1-313-400-4458, william.grotz@gm.com, or Kelly Cusinato, GMC Communications, +1-313-378-6640, kelly.cusinato@gm.com

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

NADAguides Enhances Advanced Consumer Tools to Simplify the Car Buying Process

Car Finder and Compare Cars Tools Offer Consumers Personalized Research Options

COSTA MESA, Calif., Jan. 26, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --

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News Highlights

    --  NADAguides, the leading vehicle pricing and information provider on the
        Internet today, announces its newly designed Car Finder and Compare Cars
        vehicle shopping tools - both developed to make car shopping easier and
        more personal for consumers in the market for new or used vehicles.
    --  The NADAguides.com Car Finder is designed to allow car shoppers to
        research new and used vehicles based on criteria specific to their
        needs, wants and lifestyle.  The newly designed car buying tool offers
        consumers the ability to view vehicles based on a single selection or
        any combination of search criteria including price, model year, make,
        body style, fuel economy, transmission, number of seats and drive train.
        Upon each criteria selection, results with photos and details are
        instantly and dynamically updated to make the experience as easy as
        possible for consumers aiming to narrow down their purchase decisions.
        Site visitors utilizing the tool can then conveniently select vehicles
        within the results for side-by-side comparisons -- allowing consumers to
        further narrow their search.
    --  The NADAguides.com Compare Cars tool allows car shoppers to compare up
        to four new and used vehicles side-by-side while clearly presenting the
        differences between selected criteria.  Comparison details include
        factors such as pricing, engine specifications, drive train, fuel
        efficiency, safety, comfort and convenience options, music and
        entertainment options, interior, exterior, wheels and tires and warranty
        information.  The Compare Cars tool also allows users to compare the
        cost of vehicles beyond the purchase price using a five year Cost of
        Ownership comparison, which details depreciation rates, fees and taxes,
        financing, fuel costs, insurance costs and expected maintenance.
        Additionally, consumers can compare a complete set of detailed interior
        and exterior photos, from front grills to cup holders, side-by-side
        across vehicles.  Another useful feature is the ability to compare
        NADAguides' most researched vehicles to the consumer's comparison group
        by simply clicking an "add" button and viewing the popular vehicle
        choices on the site.

Key Quotes

    --  Troy Snyder, director of product development at NADAguides: "NADAguides
        strives to provide in-market car shoppers with intuitive tools that help
        to reduce the information clutter and get them to a place of confidence
        and decision making regarding new and used car buying.  There is an
        overwhelming amount of information available to consumers regarding
        vehicle pricing, specifications, incentives, and more -- our goal is to
        help consumers easily and efficiently narrow down their search, and make
        the process as exciting as it should be.  Our newest tools are designed
        with a personalized twist to get them to that place faster."

About NADAguides

NADAguides (http://www.nadaguides.com) is the largest publisher of vehicle pricing and information for new and used cars, classic cars, motorcycles, boats, RVs, and manufactured homes. NADAguides offers in-depth shopping and research tools in addition to the most market-reflective pricing available. The company also produces software, raw data, web services, web-syndicated products and print guidebooks.

Resources

    --  NADAguides
    --  Car Finder
    --  Compare Cars
    --  Cost of Ownership
    --  NADAguides on Twitter
    --  NADAguides on Facebook
    --  NADAguides on YouTube

Industries

    --  Automotive

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NADAguides

CONTACT: interviews, Andrea Lopez of NADAguides, alopez@nadaguides.com; or media requests, JoLee Liepman, +1-213-438-8792, jliepman@golinharris.com, for NADAguides

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

Discovery Education Leading Effort to Meet Presidential Challenge to Bring Digital Textbooks to American Classrooms Today

-Adoption of Discovery Education "Techbook" signals nationwide shift to the use of digital resources to connect students to the future-

SILVER SPRING, Md., Jan. 26, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Indicative of the growing movement toward digital textbooks, Florida has approved the Discovery Education Science Elementary Techbook for Florida for classroom use. Florida joins Indiana, Louisiana and Oregon in adopting Discovery Education's digital science service as the core instructional resource for elementary science instruction.  These approvals, through state textbook adoption processes, empower educators with dynamic digital resources that meet the evolving learning styles of today's students. Supporting the creation of 21st Century learning environments, the Discovery Education Techbook leverages children's natural interest in technology to ignite a love of science.

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Discovery Education is a division of Discovery Communications, whose networks include Discovery Channel, Science Channel, and Animal Planet.

"Last night, President Obama, in his State of the Union address, challenged the country to connect students to the future with dynamic, engaging instructional resources like digital textbooks," said Bill Goodwyn, CEO, Discovery Education.  "We support this vision and, as a result of our partnership with school districts across the country for the past decade, we are thrilled to deliver today a ready-to-implement digital techbook that meets the challenge of preparing students with the skills needed to compete in tomorrow's increasingly competitive global economy."

Intended to replace traditional textbooks as the new primary instructional resource for elementary schools, each edition of the Discovery Education Techbook series is built to address individual state science standards. In addition to vivid digital content, a real-time assessment component included within the Techbook measures student progress and recommends individualized resources that reinforce classroom instruction.

As a holistic learning system, the Techbook integrates the nature of science and inquiry into every phase of learning.  With stunning videos, colorful text passages and interactive simulations, the Techbook kindles student interest in how science relates to their everyday life, stimulates critical thinking and deepens students' understanding of core concepts.

Aiding implementation of this new service is a variety of teacher resources. Ranging from valuable refreshers on science content for educators to full days of custom, in-person staff development, these resources build educators' capacity to leverage the power of digital content to engage students. 

Finally, the Discovery Education Science Techbook is a substantially less expensive option per student than textbooks, with additional savings derived from a lack of textbook replacement or inventory costs.

"I'm challenged each day to create a stimulating 21st century learning environment that engages my tech-savvy students," said School District of Osceola County (Fla.) science teacher Debbie Bohanan. "A rich digital resource like the Discovery Education Science Techbook has the ability to transform my instruction and bring the wonderful world of science alive for all my students, regardless of their learning style."

"We are confident these innovative digital resources will empower educators today to encourage and nurture the scientific talents of their elementary school students and stimulate the important skills they will need to be successful in tomorrow's workforce," continued Goodwyn.

Discovery Education is the leading provider of high quality curriculum-based digital content, professional development and assessment resources whose services are scientifically shown to improve student academic achievement. For more information about the Discovery Education Science Techbook, visit http://www.discoveryeducation.com or call 800-323-9084.

About Discovery Education

Discovery Communications (Nasdaq: DISCA, DISCB, DISCK) revolutionized television with Discovery Channel and is now transforming classrooms through Discovery Education.  Powered by the number one nonfiction media company in the world, Discovery Education combines scientifically proven, standards-based digital media and a dynamic user community in order to empower teachers to improve student achievement.  Already, more than half of all U.S. schools access Discovery Education digital services.  Explore the future of education at http://www.discoveryeducation.com.

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Discovery Education

CONTACT: Stephen Wakefield, Discovery Education, +1-240-662-2893, stephen_wakefield@discovery.com; or Christina Scripps, Discovery Communications, +1-240-662-6502, christina_scripps@discovery.com

Zondervan Releases Enhanced eBook of Rick Warren's Best-selling The Purpose Driven(TM) Life

New Insights, Author Videos for Each Chapter Highlight New Product

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Jan. 26, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --Zondervan, a global leader in Christian communications, today announced it will debut an enhanced eBook of its all-time perennial bestseller, The Purpose Driven(TM) Life, by Dr. Rick Warren.  The enhanced eBook is available for purchase on Apple's iBookstore, Amazon and Barnes & Noble's Nookbook Store.  It will join the traditional eBook version of The Purpose Driven Life which is currently available wherever eBooks are sold.

The enhanced eBook will feature added content and videos sharing insights and further explanation of the ideas and stories in the book based on eight years of reader interaction and personal reflection.

Originally published in 2002, The Purpose Driven Life is the bestselling non-fiction book in history with more than 30 million copies sold worldwide.  Warren takes readers on a 40-day spiritual journey to help them understand why they're alive and God's amazing plan for them both now and for eternity.  It was the 2003 winner of the Gold Medallion Book Award and Christian Book of the Year Award.

The Purpose Driven Life enhanced e-book features the entire text of the beloved best-seller, supplemented with 42 brand-new, three-minute embedded videos by Dr. Rick Warren.   Each of the 40 chapters of the book opens with a video offering insight into the chapter, as well as a video introduction and conclusion.  The enhanced e-book also allows readers to take notes right on their iPad or e-book reader.

"In the eight years since I wrote The Purpose Driven Life, I've received countless questions and feedback from readers worldwide.  As a result, God has provided me with new insights and perspectives on the book that I wanted to share with those who have already read it as well as first time readers," said Pastor Warren.  "My hope is that readers will benefit from and find value in the new video content and that it will bring new understanding and awareness of God's greater purpose for their lives."

In addition to the enhanced e-book, Zondervan is also introducing ThePurpose Driven Life app, which includes the video content as well as providing users the ability to easily share content or personal thoughts and reflections on the book with others through social media networks. 

"Millions of hearts worldwide were changed from reading The Purpose Driven Life as people walked away with a greater understanding of God's purpose for them.  We're excited to now introduce this new enhanced eBook with original video content from Pastor Warren and expect a warm reception from those whose lives have already been blessed by the book in both print and digital form and from new readers soon to discover it," said Verne Kenney, executive vice president for Zondervan. 

"As consumer demand for eBooks continues to grow exponentially, Zondervan is committed to offering readers the content they want in the format they want it and the release of The Purpose Driven Life enhanced eBook is a critical first step in that effort."

The Purpose Driven Life enhanced eBook will retail for $14.99 wherever enhanced eBooks are sold, including Apple's iBookstore, Amazon's Kindle App for iPad and Barnes & Noble's Nookbook Store.

About Zondervan

Zondervan, a HarperCollins company, is a world leader in Christian communications and the leading Christian publishing brand. For more than 75 years, Zondervan has delivered transformational Christian experiences through general and academic resources by influential leaders and emerging voices, and been honored with more Christian Book Awards than any other publisher. Headquartered in Grand Rapids, Mich., with offices in San Diego and Miami, Zondervan conducts events and publishes its bestselling Bibles, books, audio, video, curriculum, software, and digital products through its Zondervan, Zonderkidz, Youth Specialties, Editorial Vida, and National Pastors Convention brands. Zondervan resources are sold worldwide through retail stores, online, and by Zondervan ChurchSource, and are translated into nearly 200 languages in more than 60 countries. Visit Zondervan on the Internet at http://www.zondervan.com (mobile site: zvan.mobi).

SOURCE  Zondervan

Zondervan

CONTACT: Tara Powers, tpowers@lambert-edwards.com, or Brian Burch, bburch@lambert-edwards.com, +1-616-233-0500

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

To many people, earbuds aren't about sound quality so much as convenience. In order to have something more suitable for traveling, clear audio plays second fiddle to size and practicality. This doesn't need to be the case, however, and today ASE Labs has the Lift-Audio Icon Series premium earbuds in order to combat that perception.Next Page »

Remember that all the content you post to Facebook can be used by them? You did know this, right? It seems that Facebook will start using content posted by its members (meaning you) in advertisements. You don't get any money out of the deal, though.

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Facebook said that if a person currently checks in at a respective company's store or "likes" a brand page, the action often gets lost amid all the other content that a user's friends may see. Sponsored Stories solves that problem for advertisers by plucking valuable content from user news feeds and making it more readily noticeable to others.

The Sponsored Stories, which kicked off yesterday for Facebook's "premium" advertisers, will be labeled and viewable only to the content creator's friends, Facebook noted. The service will respect a person's privacy settings. However, Facebook users won't be able to opt out of the service. That's somewhat surprising, since Facebook users can modify their inclusion in the company's existing Social Ads by letting their social actions be includedin a marketer's ad on the site and be shown to friends--or opt out.

Stuff like this should always be opt-in.

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NHL GameCenter LIVE App, Only on Verizon Wireless, Streams All the Action From the 2011 NHL All-Star Game to Smartphones

Verizon Wireless and NHL Bring Hockey Fans All the Info They Need About Their Favorite Teams and Players

BASKING RIDGE, N.J. and NEW YORK, Jan. 26, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- This winter, Verizon Wireless offers hockey fans across the country multiple ways to rule the rink with the NHL GameCenter LIVE(TM) app - an all-access pass to National Hockey League (NHL®) games, players, scores, stats and video highlights.  Verizon Wireless and the NHL are bringing in-depth coverage of the 2011 NHL All-Star Game on Sunday, Jan. 30, through the NHL GameCenter LIVE app, now available on all Android devices and many BlackBerry® smartphones.  Whether at the game or at home, fans don't need to worry about missing out on any of the action on the ice.

The NHL GameCenter LIVE app is available only on Verizon Wireless.  Avid hockey fanatics can get the premium version of the NHL GameCenter LIVE app, available for a $39.99 one-time fee, to get the ultimate NHL experience with up to 40 out-of-market games per week live on their Verizon Wireless devices (blackout and other restrictions may apply).  A free version of the app gives customers live scores, in-game stats, NHL Twitter feed, full season schedule, NHL's new mobile website, standings and bios of all active players, among many other features.  For a $9.99 one-time purchase fee, customers get access to condensed games, live game radio and video highlights.         

Verizon Wireless is the Official Wireless Service Provider of the National Hockey League and the National Hockey League Players' Association (NHLPA) in the United States.  The NHL and Verizon Wireless developed a world-class NHL application for Verizon Wireless handsets, which was released this year, and can be downloaded from Android Market or V CAST Apps.     

For more information, customers can 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 and most advanced 4G network and largest and most reliable 3G network, and serves more than 94 million customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 82,000 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.   

NHL and the NHL Shield are registered trademarks and NHL GameCenter LIVE is a trademark of the National Hockey League. All Rights Reserved.

SOURCE  Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless

CONTACT: Debra Lewis , Verizon Wireless, +1-908-559-7512, Debra.Lewis@verizonwireless.com; or Michael DiLorenzo, NHL, +1-212-789-2657, MDiLorenzo@nhl.com

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

ESET NOD32 Antivirus Business Edition Achieves First Anti-Malware Certification for Mac Operating System From ICSA Labs

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 26, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- ICSA Labs has certified ESET NOD32 Antivirus Business Edition for use with the Mac Operating System. This is the first anti-malware product to receive Mac certification from ICSA Labs, an independent division of Verizon Business.

ICSA Labs awarded this designation - announced Wednesday (Jan. 26) at the Macworld 2011 conference - to ESET for anti-virus detection under ICSA Labs' desktop/server anti-virus criteria, which is aimed at protecting end users from emerging and existing threats.

"The threat of spreading malware in a heterogeneous or mixed computing environment comprised of Mac OS X and Microsoft Windows PCs is a real security threat today," said Andrew Hayter, anti-malcode program manager of ICSA Labs.  "That's why ICSA Labs is now offering certification for anti-virus devices that operate on Mac systems, which affords high levels of protection for end users under both operating systems."

Offering advanced security protection with an unobtrusive interface that runs in the background, ESET NOD32 Antivirus Business Edition for Mac OS X delivers real-time protection from attack and helps to facilitate compliance posture by providing up-to-date anti-malware protection for Mac, Windows and Linux platforms.

To earn this ICSA Labs' certification, ESET NOD32 Antivirus Business Edition for Mac OS X had to successfully prevent end users from becoming infected by in-the-wild and other computer viruses during a rigorous testing process.  During testing, the product also demonstrated its ability to protect individual desktops, laptops and/or servers of residential users and organizations from self-replicating malicious code infection.

Anti-virus products receiving the ICSA Labs' certification must be able to detect viruses on demand; detect and prevent the replication of viruses on access; report no false positives; and log every virus detected.  To provide an ongoing assessment on the protective quality of certified products, ICSA Labs continually tests and retests products for compliance with its criteria.  Subsequent releases and upgrades for certified products must be retested to meet the same criteria.

"Attaining the first ICSA Labs' certification for Mac is an important validation of the quality and strength of the protection that ESET provides for the Mac platform," said Dan Clark, vice president of marketing, ESET North America.  "ESET is committed to delivering the best malware protection for businesses and consumers alike by providing aggressive, proactive cybersecurity software."

More information on ICSA Labs' anti-virus testing and certification program and requirements is available here.  The information contains a full list of certified products, including products for the Mac operating system. 

About ICSA Labs

ICSA Labs, an independent division of Verizon Business, offers third-party testing and certification of security products and network-connected devices, such as printers and faxes, to measure product compliance, reliability and performance to many of the world's top security vendors. Visit http://www.icsalabs.com and http://www.icsalabs.com/blogs for more information.

About Verizon Business

Verizon Business, a unit of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ), is a global leader in communications and IT solutions. We combine professional expertise with one of the world's most connected IP networks to deliver award-winning communications, IT, information security and network solutions. We securely connect today's extended enterprises of widespread and mobile customers, partners, suppliers and employees-- enabling them to increase productivity and efficiency and help preserve the environment. Many of the world's largest businesses and governments -- including 96 percent of the Fortune 1000 and thousands of government agencies and educational institutions -- rely on our professional and managed services and network technologies to accelerate their business. Find out more at http://www.verizonbusiness.com.

About ESET

ESET develops software solutions that deliver instant, comprehensive protection against evolving computer security threats. ESET pioneered and continues to lead the industry in proactive threat detection. ESET NOD32 Antivirus consistently achieves the highest accolades in all types of comparative testing, and is the heart of the virus and spyware detection in ESET Smart Security and ESET Cybersecurity for Mac. ESET Smart Security is an integrated antivirus, antispyware, antispam and personal firewall solution that combines accuracy, speed and a small system footprint to create the most effective security solution in the industry. All products have an extremely efficient code base that eliminates the unnecessarily large size found in some solutions. This means faster scanning that doesn't slow down computers or networks. Sold in more than 180 countries, ESET has global headquarters in Bratislava, Slovakia, with distribution headquarters for the Americas located in San Diego, California. ESET also has offices in Buenos Aires, Prague, Krakow and Singapore and is represented by an extensive global partner network.  For more information, visit http://www.eset.com/ or call +1 (619) 876-5400.

SOURCE  Verizon Business

Verizon Business

CONTACT: Brianna Carroll Boyle, +1-703-859-4251, brianna.boyle@verizon.com, or Christopher Dale, +1-619-876-5429, cdale@eset.com

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

CRYSTAL DEFENDERS for Android Now Available

The Popular Download Game Arrives on an All-New Platform

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 26, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Square Enix, Inc., the publisher of SQUARE ENIX® interactive entertainment products in North America, announced today that CRYSTAL DEFENDERS®, which has received global acclaim on several platforms, is now available for Android(TM).

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Featuring jobs and locations from the popular FINAL FANTASY® TACTICS® series, this tower defense game requires players to deploy units strategically to fend off encroaching enemy hordes and prevent them from stealing their parties' crystals.  The first game in the series, Crystal Guardians(TM), was released in Japan for mobile phones in January 2008.  In December of the same year, iPhone® 3G, iPod touch® and iPod® versions were released under the new name, CRYSTAL DEFENDERS.  It proved so popular that versions have also been released on the iPad, WiiWare(TM) service, Xbox LIVE® Arcade for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PlayStation®Network.

CRYSTAL DEFENDERS is simple and easy to learn - monsters will enter an area and march through it until they are defeated or reach an exit and steal one or more crystals.  It is up to the player to decide - by pausing the action at crucial moments - when and where to deploy various jobs such as Black Mages or Soldiers to defend the parties' crystals.  Factors such as map terrain, monster strengths and weaknesses, job attributes and more play a crucial role in determining what steps a player should take.

CRYSTAL DEFENDERS for Android has two versions: W1, an introduction of the game, and W2, in which players can utilize the Power Crystal feature to play more strategically.

About CRYSTAL DEFENDERS for Android

Story

In a land ruled by might and magic, peace is ensured by the benevolent power of the crystals.  When a young moogle charged with guarding these crystals learns of an evil presence gathering on the horizon, he calls upon heroes from the far corners of the realm to join forces and stand against this new threat.

Wielders of blade and bow, keepers of arts arcane, unite!  As darkness draws nigh, only you can protect the light that binds us.  The fate of Ivalice lies in the hands of...the Crystal Defenders!

Product Summary

    Title         CRYSTAL DEFENDERS for Android
    Platform      Android
    Genre         Tower Defense
    Release Date  Currently available for download
                   600 yen (US equivalent approximately
                   $7, price will vary depending on
    Price          currency exchange rates)

About Square Enix, Inc.

Square Enix, Inc. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX®, EIDOS® and TAITO® branded entertainment content throughout the Americas as part of the Square Enix Group.  The Square Enix Group operates a global network of leading development studios and boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property, including: FINAL FANTASY®, which has sold over 97 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 54 million units worldwide; TOMB RAIDER®, which has sold over 35 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS®.  Square Enix, Inc. is a U.S.-based, wholly-owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.

More information on Square Enix, Inc. can be found on the Internet at http://www.square-enix.com.

©2008-2011 SQUARE ENIX CO., LTD.  All Rights Reserved.  CRYSTAL DEFENDERS, DRAGON QUEST, EIDOS, FINAL FANTASY, FINAL FANTASY TACTICS, SQUARE ENIX, the SQUARE ENIX logo, TAITO and TOMB RAIDER are registered trademarks or trademarks of the Square Enix group of companies.  iPhone, iPod and iPod Touch are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.  "PlayStation" is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.  XBOX LIVE is a registered trademark of the Microsoft group of companies.  ANDROID is a trademark of Google, Inc.

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Beckerman Launches 'BeckermanVoices' Blog

New Online Platform For One Of Industry's Largest Independent Public Relations Firms

HACKENSACK, N.J., Jan. 26, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --Beckerman, one of the industry's largest independent public relations firms, today announced the launch of its corporate blog, BeckermanVoices at http://www.beckermanvoices.com.

(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20090921/BeckermanPRLOGO )

The firm, whose client roster includes clients in the clean technology, real estate, professional services, traditional technology, heath care, government and social media sectors, will showcase the diversity of its practice and its industry expertise in this collaborative group blog.

The blog will be authored by representatives of the 65-member Beckerman team from Beckerman and from the Antenna Group, a Beckerman Company, located in offices in New York City; San Francisco, Calif.; Washington, D.C.; and the firm's headquarters in Hackensack, N.J.

The prestige of the Beckerman client roster has produced account teams with an extensive depth of knowledge about the industry sectors they represent, as well as an extraordinary level of the experience and expertise in public relations in general, and in social media -- one of Beckerman's specialties -- in particular. 

The blog will serve as a showcase for the knowledge of the Beckerman team members in their practice areas, as well as a platform for the discussion of the traditional media, public relations and marketing news content.

The latest developments in the clean technology industry, the declining importance of print media, how to deal with a business crisis, how businesses can use social media to their greatest advantage, news and events in the firm's practice areas -- these subjects and more will be addressed by the skilled Beckerman team in the new blog.

"Beckerman's brand promise is providing PR campaigns and counsel that are driven by creativity and analytics," said Keith Zakheim, Beckerman's president. "Our communications professionals are the purveyors of this brand and this blog provides an additional platform for them to showcase their talents, ideas, and musings."

BeckermanVoices will also serve as an in-house example for clients and prospects of the growing power of social media in a rapidly changing media landscape. 

"When strategically harnessed, the web is a potent tool for stimulating dialogues with customers, key audiences, and other interested parties. Through Beckerman Voices we look forward to contributing our unique corporate voice to the meaningful conversations of the day," said Zakheim.

BeckermanVoices is the latest addition to Beckerman's expanding use of social media tools. The Beckerman Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/beckermanpr) and Twitter page (http://www.twitter.com/beckermanpr) continue to garner new followers and to foster interaction and discussion.

About Beckerman

Beckerman is one of the largest independent full-service public relations firms in the industry. Founded in 1989, Beckerman's staff of more than 60 experienced media professionals represents a distinguished roster of over 100 clients from diverse industry sectors including clean technology, real estate, financial, health care, technology, consumer products, public affairs and corporate political reputation. The firm has offices in New York City; San Francisco, Calif.; Washington, D.C.; and is headquartered in Hackensack, N.J. To learn more please call 201-465-8000 or visit http://www.beckermanpr.com.

    Media Contact:
    Joanne Kaniewski
    Beckerman
    201-465-8019
    jkaniewski@beckermanpr.com

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Industry's Lowest Latency Scores Go to Force10 Networks' 10 GbE Switch Based on Independent Benchmarking Study

Lippis/Ixia testing concludes Force10's access switch delivers up to 70% lower latency than competitors' products in data center network tests

SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 26, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Force10 Networks, Inc., a global technology leader, today announced that its S-Series(TM) S4810 top-of-rack (ToR) access switch demonstrated as much as 5% to 70% lower latency than comparable switches in a 10 Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) configuration based on a network performance and power test. The test was conducted by independent analyst and publisher Nick Lippis of The Lippis Report and Ixia, a leader in converged IP network test solutions.

The tests on the S4810 and competitive switches were for RFC-based latency, performance and power consumption measurements in Layer 2 and Layer 3 configurations. Comparable switches participating in the test, which took place at Ixia's iSimCity lab in Santa Clara, California, were from Hitachi, IBM/Blade Technologies and Voltaire. Click here to view the Lippis Report test results.

Lippis and Ixia staged the comparative 10 GbE switch performance and power test to assist IT business leaders in purchase decisions and product differentiation.

"This test was the first of its kind to provide network stakeholders with real-world data that compares and contrasts different 10 GbE equipment manufacturer products for data center fabrics," said Jim Smith, vice president of marketing, Ixia. "Using testing to establish benchmarks and validate that vendors such as Force10 are meeting and exceeding specifications greatly enhances IT architects' ability to make critical purchasing decisions."

"Latency is fundamental to assuring a user's excellent experience. With east-west traffic flows making up as much as 80% of data center traffic, low latency requirements are paramount as every trip a packet makes between servers when responding to an end user's query adds delay to the response and reduces the user experience or revenue potential," said Lippis. "Our rigorous testing showed that Force10 has indeed placed great emphasis on minimizing latency as well as power/cooling costs in the construct of its architecture." 

Low Latency, High Performance a Must for Demanding Transactional Environments

In high-frequency trading (HFT), high-performance computing (HPC), and similar performance-sensitive environments, ultra-low-latency 10 GbE switching functionality, high performance and Layer 3 feature richness are critical to handling the huge volumes of bursty network traffic that represents millions of transactions each day.

The S4810 10/40 GbE ToR switch is purpose-built for applications in data center and computing environments that require the highest bandwidth and lowest latency. Leveraging a non-blocking, cut-through switching architecture, the S4810 delivers line-rate Layer 2 and Layer 3 forwarding capacity with ultra low latency to maximize network performance. The compact S4810 design provides 48 dual-speed 1/10 GbE ports as well as four 40 GbE uplinks to conserve valuable rack space.

"As a cornerstone of the Force10 heritage, we are excited about bringing cutting-edge products to market," said Arpit Joshipura, chief marketing officer, Force10 Networks. "Having a ToR switch with 40 GbE interfaces and Layer 2 and Layer 3 software-rich features demonstrate our commitment to provide market-ready solutions for the industry's next-generation needs."

The Force10 S4810 ToR access switch starts at $25,000 and is available today. For more information, including product data sheets, specifications and images, visit http://www.force10networks.com/products/.

About Force10 Networks

Force10 Networks is a global technology leader that data center, service provider and enterprise customers rely on when the network is their business. The company's high performance solutions are designed to deliver new economics by virtualizing and automating Ethernet networks. Force10's high density and resilient Ethernet switching and routing products increase network availability, agility and efficiency while reducing power and cooling costs. Force10 provides 24x7 service and support capabilities to its global customer base in more than 60 countries worldwide. For more information on Force10 Networks, please visit http://www.force10networks.com.

Force10 Networks, the Force10 Networks logo, Force10, E-Series, Traverse, and TraverseEdge are registered trademarks and ExaScale, S-Series, TeraScale, FTOS, Open Automation, JumpStart, SwitchLink, SmartScripts, and HyperLink, are trademarks of Force10 Networks, Inc. All other company names are trademarks of their respective holders.

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AT&T Advocates IPv6 Preparation for Business

AT&T Shares Measures for Smooth Transition to the New Internet Protocol

DALLAS, Jan. 26, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- AT&T* today said it is providing consulting services to help businesses of all sizes transition to Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6). The company also outlined the steps it has taken to make its own network and services ready to make the shift to IPv6.

AT&T is actively consulting with companies in response to the exploding growth in mobile applications, machine-to-machine computing, and peer-to-peer applications that is creating a need for IP addresses that goes well beyond the 4.3 billion addresses currently available with today's internet protocol version (IPv4).

"In the not-too-distant future, everything from mobile phones and PCs to automobiles, gaming stations and home appliances will be assigned its own unique Internet IPv6 addresses," said Dale McHenry, vice president of Enterprise Data Networks at AT&T. "Each of these devices will be trying to connect over IPv6 to corporate URLs," he said. "Businesses need to realize the importance of early action and start planning their transition," said McHenry.

Drawing on its extensive experience meeting IPv6 requirements for the US government, AT&T is offering a full suite of consulting services to assist customers with IPv6 readiness and transition - including webcasts, (tune into the webinar Take Control of your IPv6 Transition), providing access to its IPv6-enabled Proof of Concept Labs, and for-fee engagements that help companies establish an inventory of their entire IT infrastructure and develop a plan to methodically enable IPv6 on the company's network infrastructure.

"Taking proper actions to have an early presence on IPv6 is critical for businesses," said McHenry.  "As the shift to this protocol happens, businesses without IPv6 internet presence run the risk of developing a 'blind spot' in their web services access," he added.

To ensure companies are prepared, AT&T is encouraging businesses to:

    --  Start with Internet facing services.  Establish an IPv6 Internet
        presence.
    --  Perform a readiness assessment.  Identify non-IPv6 compliant hosts,
        servers, applications, carrier services, and network equipment that are
        used to provide both internal and external IP services.
    --  Define IPv6 transition timelines incorporating testing and piloting of
        IPv6 functionality.
    --  Assess current IPv4 footprint and identify likely IPv6 triggers --
        private exhaust, mobile, public exhaust, customers, partners.
    --  Upgrade infrastructure for "dual stack" IP services that support both
        IPv4 and IPv6.
    --  Address application enablement for internet facing services --
        management and security model are keys.

AT&T IPv6 Readiness Plans

AT&T has invested millions of dollars to ensure that its own network and services are ready to make the transition to the new Internet protocol.

Having performed a complete product and infrastructure assessment, identified necessary steps, and developed platform and product specific strategies, AT&T is now employing a variety of tactics -- ranging from aggressively conserving/reclaiming addresses to full-scale upgrading of infrastructure-- to minimize risk and customer impacts.

Since 2006, AT&T has been preparing for this transition.  AT&T has:

    --  Transitioned its own Enterprise, Consumer and Mobility services to IPv6.
    --  Created a separate corporate program office to manage the transition in
        alignment with global IPv4 address exhaust scenarios.
    --  Enabled IPv6 for use with AT&T Virtual Private Network Service (AT&T
        VPN) and AT&T Managed Internet Services (MIS) for sites in the US today.
        IPv6 is also enabled for use with AT&T VPN and MIS in additional
        countries today and is projected to be available to the majority of
        AT&T's global network footprint in 2011.  In addition, IPv6 will be
        enabled on many of AT&T's 'IP add-on' services such as remote access,
        hosting, managed premises equipment, and VoIP through the course of
        2011.

For more information on AT&T's IPv6 experience and how AT&T Consulting can help businesses draw up a strong IPv6 strategy, select AT&T IPv6 Consulting Services.

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

About AT&T

AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) is a premier communications holding company. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet and voice services. A leader in mobile broadband, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries.  It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verse® and AT&T |DIRECTV brands. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world. In domestic markets, AT&T Advertising Solutions and AT&T Interactive are known for their leadership in local search and advertising. In 2010, AT&T again ranked among the 50 Most Admired Companies by FORTUNE®magazine.

Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com.  This AT&T news release and other announcements are available at http://www.att.com/newsroom and as part of an RSS feed at http://www.att.com/rss. Or follow our news on Twitter at @ATT. Find us on Facebook at http://www.Facebook.com/ATT to discover more about our consumer and wireless services or at http://www.Facebook.com/ATTSmallBiz to discover more about our small business services.

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DealGator, a Daily Deal Aggregator, Makes Finding Daily Deals at Local Businesses Easy for Floridians

DealGator.com collects all of the daily deals for Fort Lauderdale, Jacksonville, Miami, Orlando, and Tampa in one place

BOSTON, Jan. 26, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- DealGator, a website that takes the work out of finding and managing local daily deals from sites like Groupon and LivingSocial, has launched in Fort Lauderdale, Jacksonville, Miami, Orlando, and Tampa. DealGator collects all the daily deals for each city in one place.  It provides easy-to-use tools for advanced filtering of deals based on personal preferences and for keeping track of coupons acquired from any deal site.

Daily deal sites use the power of group buying to offer deep discounts on goods and services from local businesses. The success of sites like Groupon has inspired many new daily deal startups. Most cities now have 15 to 30 sites offering new deals each day.

"We're big fans of daily deal sites, but it was too much work to check them all and keep track of coupons from different places.  We sometimes forgot to use our coupons before they expired," said Casey Rankin, co-founder of DealGator.  "We couldn't find any tools that helped with these problems, so we decided to create one."

DealGator collects the deals from all the sites and organizes them into one personalized list. Each deal listing includes a business review from Yelp to help avoid unpopular businesses. The daily list is available to view on the DealGator.com website, in a daily email, or through Twitter.  Members can easily customize their listing to avoid deals they aren't interested or are too far away from their home.

DealGator also lets people keep track of all their coupons from multiple sites. Members can instantly add coupons to their list and setup email reminders so they won't forget to use them. They can also attach printable coupons.

About DealGator:

Founded by two brothers, Casey and Jesse Rankin, DealGator is a complete daily deal solution. DealGator aggregates deals, makes it easy to filter deals based on personal preferences, and offers a powerful tool for keeping track of coupons acquired from various deal sites. More information, including a 1-minute video tour, can be found at http://www.dealgator.com.

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Ford Accelerates Intelligent Vehicle Research, Creating 'Talking' Vehicles to Make Roads Safer

WASHINGTON, Jan. 26, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --

    --  Ford is rapidly expanding its commitment to intelligent vehicles that
        wirelessly talk to each other, warning of potential dangers to enhance
        safety and flag impending traffic congestion to help improve the
        environment
    --  Intelligent vehicles could potentially help in 81 percent of all
        police-reported light-vehicle crashes involving unimpaired drivers,
        according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
        report
    --  Ford is building the first-ever prototype intelligent vehicles that will
        tour the U.S. beginning this spring and will provide additional
        prototypes for the Department of Transportation's world-first research
        clinics expected to begin this summer
    --  Ford is doubling its intelligent vehicle investment in 2011 and plans a
        new 20-member task force of scientists and engineers to explore the
        technology's broader possibilities

Ford is aggressively accelerating its commitment to wirelessly connected intelligent vehicles - known as vehicle-to-vehicle communications - becoming the first automaker to build prototype vehicles for demonstrations across the U.S., doubling its intelligent vehicle investment in 2011 and dedicating even more scientists to developing this technology.

"Ford believes intelligent vehicles that talk to each other through advanced Wi-Fi are the next frontier of collision avoidance innovations that could revolutionize the driving experience and hold the potential of helping reduce many crashes," said Sue Cischke, group vice president, Sustainability, Environment and Safety Engineering.

An October National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) report on the potential safety benefits of vehicle-to-vehicle communications estimates that intelligent vehicles could help in as many as 4,336,000 police-reported, light-vehicle crashes annually, or approximately 81 percent of all light-vehicle crashes involving unimpaired drivers. Experts say intelligent vehicles could be on the road in five to 10 years.

Ford's demonstration vehicles will hit the road this spring, starting at major technology hubs across the country.

How it works

Ford's vehicle communications research technology allows vehicles to talk wirelessly with one another using advanced Wi-Fi signals, or dedicated short-range communications, on a secured channel allocated by the Federal Communications Commission. Unlike radar-based safety features, which identify hazards within a direct line of sight, the Wi-Fi-based radio system allows full-range, 360-degree detection of potentially dangerous situations, such as when a driver's vision is obstructed.

For example, drivers could be alerted if their vehicle is on path to collide with another vehicle at an intersection, when a vehicle ahead stops or slows suddenly or when a traffic pattern changes on a busy highway. The systems also could warn drivers if there is a risk of collision when changing lanes, approaching a stationary or parked vehicle, or if another driver loses control.

Ford hits the gas on vehicle communications

After a decade of research, Ford plans a new 20-member task force - consisting of company planners, engineers and scientists from around the world with expertise in safety, eco-mobility, infotainment and driver convenience - to accelerate development of intelligent vehicles with features that provide a range of benefits to consumers.

Ford also is doubling its intelligent vehicle research investment, building on the company's SYNC® and MyFord Touch(TM) innovations. The goal is to define the next 10 years of safety, convenience and driver assistance, and strengthen the company's position as the global industry leader in connected vehicle technology.

"While there are challenges ahead, the foundation of these smarter vehicles is advanced versions of technologies that are pervasive - Wi-Fi and crash avoidance systems that Ford has pioneered in mainstream vehicles today," said Paul Mascarenas, vice president, Research and Advanced Engineering and chief technical officer. "Intelligent vehicles could help warn drivers of numerous potential dangers such as a car running a red light but blocked from the view of a driver properly entering the intersection."

Speaking the same language

Ford is partnering with other automakers, the federal government, as well as local and county road commissions to create a common language that ensures all vehicles can talk to each other based on a common communication standard.

This public-private partnership will include the world's first government-sponsored driving clinics beginning in summer 2011, for which the company will contribute two prototype Ford Taurus sedans. The DOT's Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) will head the research, continuing to coordinate with a coalition of automakers organized by the Crash Avoidance Metrics Partnership (CAMP), which is a joint research group headed by Ford and General Motors. The partnership is working to develop inter-operability standards in advance of completing the research phase in 2013.

"Ford has laid the groundwork to give vehicles a voice with SYNC and Wi-Fi technology," said Jim Vondale, director, Ford Automotive Safety Office. "Now we're working with other automakers and government leaders worldwide to develop common standards globally to bring intelligent vehicles to market quicker and more affordably."

Vondale has been appointed by Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood to represent automakers on the ITS Advisory Committee. Mike Shulman, technical leader, Ford Research and Advanced Engineering, leads the government-industry technical partnership as program manager for CAMP.

Beyond safety, endless possibilities

By reducing crashes, intelligent vehicles could ease traffic delays, which would save drivers both time and fuel costs. Congestion also could be avoided through a network of intelligent vehicles and infrastructure that would process real-time traffic and road information and allow drivers to choose less congested routes.

According to Texas Transportation Institute's (TTI) 2010 Urban Mobility Report, traffic congestion continues to worsen in American cities of all sizes, annually wasting nearly 3.9 billion gallons of fuel in 2009 and costing the average commuter $808 in additional fuel. Leading factors in traffic delays are caused by accidents, breakdowns and road debris, TTI maintains.

"The day is not far off when our vehicles will operate like mobile devices with four wheels, constantly exchanging information and communicating with our environment to do things like shorten commute times, improve fuel economy and generally help us more easily navigate life on the road," said Mascarenas.

Laying the connectivity groundwork

Many of Ford's current technologies show how intelligent vehicles will be able to help drivers. For example, features that alert drivers to approaching hazards, such as Ford's collision warning with brake support and Blind Spot Information System (BLIS®) with cross-traffic alert rely on radar sensors to detect vehicles or objects close to the vehicle.

"Ford has pioneered connectivity in modern vehicles with SYNC," said Shulman. "We believe advanced Wi-Fi for intelligent vehicles could be added to smartphones or GPS systems and simply connect to SYNC like today's phones."

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About Ford Motor Company

Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F), a global automotive industry leader based in Dearborn, Mich., manufactures or distributes automobiles across six continents. With about 163,000 employees and about 70 plants worldwide, the company's automotive brands include Ford and Lincoln. The company provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. For more information regarding Ford's products, please visit http://www.ford.com.

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