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Entrust Introduces Publicly Trusted Secure E-mail Certificates, Adds Powerful Functionality to Extended Validation, Unified Communication SSL

Secure e-mail certificates as a managed service enable individuals, organizations to encrypt or digitally sign e-mails, documents

DALLAS, Aug. 17 -- Expanding on an already impressive digital certificate portfolio, Entrust, Inc., adds publicly trusted secure e-mail certificates to its certificate management service, enabling digital signature capabilities and encryption of e-mails and other documents. The managed certificates provide a cost-effective approach for individuals or organizations to secure important communications.

"While there are many different methods to secure or digitally sign e-mail communication, these publicly trusted certificates enable a simple, straightforward method of realizing these capabilities for individuals, organizations and enterprises alike," said Entrust President and CEO Bill Conner. "Secure e-mail certificates are versatile, cost-effective and provide important verification and authentication abilities critical within today's online channel."

Based on the X.509 certificate standard, Entrust Secure E-mail Certificates enable standards-based S/MIME capabilities and are available in two distinct levels -- personal and enterprise. As their names suggest, each is designed to provide the appropriate ID validation at price points for each specific environment. And each certificate is publicly trusted by today's most popular Web browsers -- all of which come standard with embedded Entrust root certificates.

The personal secure e-mail certificate is a smart approach for individuals that require non-identity assurance usage for digital signature and e-mail encryption capabilities. It provides e-mail privacy via encryption and also helps prove a message's origination.

In contrast, enterprise secure e-mail certificates include validation of the organization, e-mail domain and end-user, offering the higher ID assurance level required in organizations. These IDs are perfect for digitally signing or encrypting e-mail communication, but also can be extended to digitally sign word processing documents. These certificates also maintain access to historical e-mails with automated, full-key history backup and restore capabilities.

Secure e-mail certificates for the enterprise enable administrators to revoke employee digital IDs upon departure to prevent them from digitally signing as an employee -- a key security feature for today's organization.

This release of Entrust Certificate Services also enhances the multi-domain capabilities of its SSL certificates. Available for Entrust's line of extended validation (EV) and unified communications (UC) digital certificates, multi-domain certificates allow organizations to use a single certificate to secure multiple domains or hostnames, effectively streamlining the management effort associated with these machines.

Entrust Secure E-mail, EV and UC Multi-Domain Certificates are all available from Entrust as a managed service offering, helping eliminate the need for in-house infrastructure, software or expertise.

For information on the publicly trusted Entrust Secure E-Mail Certificates, or other SSL digital certificates, visit entrust.net.

About Entrust

Entrust provides identity-based security solutions that empower enterprises, consumers, citizens and Web sites in more than 4,000 organizations spanning 60 countries. Entrust's identity-based approach offers the right balance between affordability, expertise and service. For strong authentication, fraud detection, digital certificates, SSL and PKI, call 888-690-2424, e-mail entrust@entrust.com or visit http://www.entrust.com.

Entrust is a registered trademark of Entrust, Inc. in the United States and certain other countries. In Canada, Entrust is a registered trademark of Entrust Limited. All Entrust product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of Entrust, Inc. or Entrust Limited. All other company and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

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CONTACT:  Lindsey Jones Media Relations of Entrust, Inc.,
+1-972-728-0374, lindsey.jones@entrust.com

Web Site:  http://www.entrust.com/

Retailers on High Alert, Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days on the Loose

DLC UNCOVERED FOR AUGUST 31

COPENHAGEN, Denmark, Aug. 17 -- IO Interactive, a part of Square Enix® Europe, is pleased to announce that Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days(TM) is out now on the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Windows PC in North America and will be released from August 20 throughout Europe and other PAL territories and August 26 in Japan.

In addition to the highly anticipated release, the studio has revealed details surrounding DLC. Beginning August 31, 2010 three unique packs will be available for gamers worldwide including a Multiplayer Mask Pack, Alliance Weapon Pack and Doggie Bag Pack. Each pack extends the Multiplayer modes by introducing more 'tools of the trade' and all-new heist locations.

"Given the history of Kane & Lynch, we expected overwhelming interest, and the initial acclaim solidifies the ever-growing phenomenon and attraction gamers have to the characters and story," said Niels Jorgensen, general manager of IO Interactive. "And we are proud to be able to extend the experience in the coming weeks with more maps, weapons and toys to heighten the tension and pressure of pulling-off a high profile heist."

The ground-breaking art direction, relentless action gameplay and innovative multiplayer have received noteworthy praise from the critics worldwide and positions Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days as the standout shooter of 2010.

  Please visit http://www.KaneandLynch.com for updates.

  About IO Interactive

IO Interactive is the creative force behind some of the most talked-about multiplatform videogames to emerge in the last decade. Starting with the praised and ground-breaking Hitman® series, IO Interactive has since developed the cult classic "Freedom Fighters" and the controversial "Kane & Lynch: Dead Men". Most recently, IO Interactive released yet another innovative brand, "Mini Ninjas"®. IO Interactive has proven that dedication to original IP and unique brands are the hallmark of the company, and breaking new ground is critical to sustain the originality within our diverse team of developers. IO Interactive is a wholly owned subsidiary of Square Enix Europe.

  You can read more about IO Interactive and our games on http://www.ioi.dk

  About Square Enix Ltd.

Square Enix Ltd., a part of the Square Enix Europe business unit, is a London-based wholly-owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd., a holding company leading the Square Enix Group. Square Enix Ltd. publishes and distributes entertainment content under the Square Enix Group's internationally renowned brands such as Square Enix, Eidos and Taito in Europe and other PAL territories. Square Enix Ltd. also has a global network of leading development studios such as IO Interactive, Crystal Dynamics® and Eidos Montreal. The Square Enix Group 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 and TOMB RAIDER® which has sold over 35 million units worldwide, together with other well established products and services.

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

DRAGON QUEST, FINAL FANTASY, SQUARE ENIX and the SQUARE ENIX logo are registered trademarks of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. in the United States and/or other countries. EIDOS, TOMB RAIDER, IO INTERACTIVE, CRYSTAL DYNAMICS, KANE & LYNCH: DEAD MEN, MINI NINJAS, FREEDOM FIGHTERS, HITMAN and KANE & LYNCH 2: DOG DAYS are registered trademarks or trademarks of Square Enix Ltd.

Square Enix Limited is a company registered in England & Wales under the number 1804186 whose registered office is Wimbledon Bridge House, 1 Hartfield Road, Wimbledon, London, SW19 3RU

Source: Square Enix Ltd.
   

CONTACT:  Sonia Im of Square Enix, +1-310-846-0400,
na.pr@square-enix.com; or Rob Fleischer of Sandbox Strategies,
+1-212-213-2451, ext. 222, rob@sandboxstrat.com

Web Site:  http://www.kaneandlynch.com/
http://www.ioi.dk/
http://www.square-enix.com/

Aretta Communications Announces Interoperability With Polycom® SoundPoint® IP

SMBs benefit from NetPBX Pro® and NetSIP® extensibility testing

ATLANTA, Aug. 17 -- Continuing its goal of becoming the most accessible, extensible hosted telephony provider in the market, Aretta Communications has made its NetPBX Pro and NetSIP trunking platform interoperable with Polycom SoundPoint IP handsets.

As a result of the interoperability, Aretta users will be able to integrate the most popular features of the NetPBX Pro and NetSIP trunking platform with Polycom's products. Available features include the ability to provision fully compliant Polycom SIP phones via an automated web interface from Aretta.  Phone configurations are generated immediately and securely stored on Aretta provisioning servers.  Aretta users can add additional phones on an as-needed basis, eradicating the need for expensive truck rolls and lengthy wait times.

NetPBX Pro, a cloud-based IP-PBX developed especially for small and medium businesses (SMBs), is Asterisk-based and can be provisioned in minutes upon order.  Priced by the channel and allowing for unlimited extensions, NetPBX Pro includes all of the advanced telephony features enterprises and call centers have come to expect at no additional charge. NetSIP trunking connects Asterisk or other IP-PBXs to the public phone network, enabling users to check call detail records in real time, order phone numbers from more than 6,300 rate centers in 43 countries, configure failover, and more.

"We are constantly seeking ways to make our platform and services more open for the SMB marketplace," said Marc Fribush, President of Aretta Communications. "The ability to interoperate with Polycom is an important step in providing our customers with access to the widest variety of options in the marketplace, making it easier and faster than ever for SMBs to have enterprise-class telephony solutions."

"Interoperability is a necessary ingredient for innovation of services and technologies that create new value for users," said Carl Ford, Partner at Crossfire Media. "Interoperability has important economic consequences, especially for SMBs, which are continually looking for ways to keep costs down. Systems with high interoperability have lower equipment costs and lower transactions costs, higher competition between equipment suppliers, higher productivity through automation, and more innovation of technology and applications."

For more information about Aretta's suite of hosted communications services for SMBs, visit http://www.aretta.com.

About Aretta Communications

Atlanta-based Aretta Communications Inc. provides small and medium-sized businesses with simple, robust cloud-based telephony. Aretta solutions are feature-rich and highly scalable, providing SMBs with the functionality of enterprise-grade PBX systems, while virtually eliminating the capital expenses and support costs associated with those systems.  Aretta combines its automated provisioning and back office technologies with Linux server virtualization, enabling SMBs to leverage cost savings over traditional telecom offerings.  More than 1,000 SMBs use Aretta's combination of hosted open-source Asterisk PBX applications, integrated SIP trunking, and preconfigured VoIP handsets.

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CONTACT:  Allison Parker of Comunicano, Inc., +1-678-661-1042,
aparker@comunicano.com, for Aretta Communications

Web Site:  https://www.aretta.com/

Panasonic Launches Twitter on VIERA CAST Plasma HDTVs

Consumers Can Now Tweet - One of Many Ways to Communicate - On Their Panasonic VIERA® Plasma HDTV.

SECAUCUS, N.J., Aug. 17 -- Panasonic, a worldwide leader in High Definition technology and built-in TV web entertainment announced the activation of Twitter® on Panasonic VIERA CAST(TM) enabled HDTVs.  Twitter will also be available on VIERA CAST-enabled Blu-ray Disc Players at a later date.  The planned addition of Twitter, a real-time global information network, was announced in January at the International Consumer Electronics Show.

Twitter is the latest feature to be added to VIERA CAST, Panasonic's proprietary IPTV function.  Earlier this year, Panasonic added Skype(TM) voice and video calling(1), Netflix(TM), Pandora, and Fox Sports to an already robust list of popular entertainment and information sites including Amazon Video-on-Demand(TM), YouTube(TM), Google's Picasa(TM) Web Album, Bloomberg and a weather service.

Twitter is an information network that enables its users to send and read other user messages called Tweets -- text-based posts of up to 140 characters. Twitter has achieved enormous growth since its founding in 2006. Proof of that is evidenced by the fact that there are 70 million Tweets written per day by more than 145 million users worldwide.

For 2010 VIERA CAST-enabled HDTVs, Panasonic also introduced USB connectivity which enables the addition of a wireless LAN adaptor (802.11b or faster), a keyboard for more efficient site navigation and communication, and USB memory which supports AVCHD video and JPEG photos.  VIERA CAST requires no external box or PC(2) and is accessed via a single button on the television remote control. There is no fee to use the VIERA CAST functionality (some VIERA CAST services such as VOD have a separate fee structure).

"Since we introduced Panasonic VIERA CAST(TM) IPTVs three years ago we have added more and more of the top entertainment and social networking sites in the world," said Merwan Mereby, Panasonic's Vice President, Corporate Development. "The addition of Twitter® to VIERA CAST further strengthens the interactive options Panasonic VIERA HDTV owners can now use to communicate with family and friends worldwide.   Consumers with VIERA CAST-enabled HDTVs can now tweet on Twitter, video chat via Skype, share videos on YouTube and digital photos via Google Picasa right from the comfort of their living rooms."

  Panasonic VIERA Plasma HDTVs featuring VIERA CAST:
  --  VT25 and VT20 Series of Full HD 3D Plasmas:
  --  G25 Series:
  --  G20 Series:

Panasonic Blu-ray Disc Players featuring VIERA CAST (Twitter not yet available):

  --  DMP-BDT350 (Full HD 3D)
  --  DMP-BDT300 (Full HD 3D)
  --  DMP-BD85
  --  DMP-BD70V
  --  DMP-BD65
  --  DMP-B500 (Portable)

  About Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company:

Based in Secaucus, N.J., Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (PCEC), a market and technology leader in High Definition television, is a Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America, the principal North American subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation (NYSE:PC) and the hub of Panasonic's U.S. marketing, sales, service and R&D operations.  Panasonic is pledged to practice prudent, sustainable use of the earth's natural resources and protect our environment through the company's Eco Ideas programs.  Information about Panasonic products is available at http://www.panasonic.com. Additional company information for journalists is available at http://www.panasonic.com/pressroom.

Notes:

(1) Skype is available exclusively on 2010 VIERA CAST-enabled Panasonic VIERA Plasma HDTVs (VT25, VT20, G25, G20 Series) and requires the Panasonic Skype-enabled camera (TY-CC10W) which is sold separately (SRP $169.85) to make video calls.

(2) Access to a broadband internet connection is required to access VIERA CAST features.

Source: Panasonic
   

CONTACT:  Chris De Maria (Panasonic), +1-201-348-7182,
demariac@us.panasonic.com; or Blayne Murphy (Cohn & Wolfe), +1-212-798-9763,
blayne.murphy@cohnwolfe.com

Web Site:  http://www.panasonic.com/

Ybrant Buys Lycos for $36 Million

HYDERABAD, India, August 17, 2010--

    - Lycos Inc., the Leading Brand of Search-Based Internet
Properties and Services.

    - Daum Communications Will Focus on Korean Domestic Business Following
This Sale.

    Ybrant Digital, the end-to-end provider of digital marketing solutions,
today announced the signing of the stock purchase agreement to acquire Lycos
Inc., the leading brand of search based internet properties and services from
Daum Communications. Ybrant's well known brands include Oridian, AdDynamix,
dream ad, Max Interactive and VoloMP.

    Lycos consistently averages 12-15 million monthly unique visitors in the
U.S., and is a top 25 Internet destination worldwide, reaching nearly 60
million unique visitors globally. The Lycos Network of sites and services
includes Lycos.com, Tripod, Angelfire, Gamesville, and HotBot. Together,
these sites and service help bring people together to interact, to find new
friends, and to express themselves in positive, powerful ways.

    Daum reorganized the business of Lycos in 2009 and has turned
Lycos profitable. As a result of the sale of Lycos, Daum will be able to
devote its energy and corporate resources in order to find new potential
growth business and future-oriented pipeline such as mobile, LBS, SNS and
Search.

    "Brand Lycos needs no introduction, we are excited to bring in the Lycos
properties into our fold," said Suresh Reddy, Chairman and CEO, Ybrant
Digital. "The quality of content and tools offered by Lycos has always
attracted the best of the consumers across the world. Our goal is to combine
the benefits of Ybrant's global network with what Lycos has to offer in
creating a compelling global destination for our advertising clients
worldwide. Coupled with our offerings for advertisers, we do present new
products to our local users worldwide."

    "Ybrant is the absolute perfect partner for us," said Jungwook Lim, CEO
of Lycos. "Combining Ybrant's cutting edge digital solutions for both media
buyers and sellers with Lycos's innovative resources and media will bring
tremendous value to both our consumers and clients."

    "As a result of the sale of Lycos, Daum will be able to devote its energy
and corporate resources to core domestic businesses including search, mobile
services and map," said William Chao, CEO of Daum Communications Corp.

    About Ybrant Digital

    Ybrant Digital offers Digital Marketing solutions to businesses,
agencies, and online publishers worldwide. With over 20 billion impressions a
month, our network serves leading brands - SAP, Porsche, Ford, UPS, Swissair,
Chevrolet, 3M, Jeep, US Army, LaSalle and Lufthansa, and partners with top
online publishers, including MSN, Yahoo!, Viacom, SuperCook, Homestore, Move,
24.7Real Media, United Online, and About.Com. Coupled with direct access to
over 120 top ad agencies - OMD, Carat, MediaCom, Group M, Quasar, Razorfish,
Mindshare, Maxus, OmniCom and Oglivy, we cover markets throughout Europe, the
Americas and Asia. Our proprietary technology platforms help leverage our
innovative Digital Media solutions that help businesses to reach the right
audiences with the right offer.

    Ybrant Digital has a global presence, with offices in 20 countries
including North America, Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Mexico, UK, France,
Germany, Serbia, Israel, India and Australia, and representatives in
Scandinavia, Poland, Italy and Greece. For more information, visit the
website at http://www.ybrantdigital.com.

    About Lycos

    Founded in 1995, Lycos is one of the original and most widely-known
Internet brands in the world, evolving from one of the first search engines
on the web, into a comprehensive network of social media web sites that
foster online communities. Lycos's award-winning products and services
include tools for video viewing and sharing, social networking, blogging,
web publishing and hosting, online games, email, and search.

    Lycos consistently averages 12-15 million monthly unique visitors in the
U.S. and is a top 25 Internet destination worldwide, reaching nearly 60
million unique visitors globally. The Lycos Network of sites and services
include Lycos.com, Tripod, Angelfire, HotBot, The Lycos 50(TM), Gamesville,
WhoWhere, Lycos Mail, and Webon. Integrated, these sites help individual
users retrieve, manage, consume and create information tailored to meet his
or her personal interests.

    Lycos has been a pioneer in intelligent spidering search technology,
combining its proprietary technology with other best-in-class search services
to provide users with a powerful and relevant search experience. Through its
acquisitions over the years, Lycos has added established brands to its
network of products and services, including Tripod, Angelfire, Gamesville and
WhoWhere. For more information, visit the website at http://www.lycos.com.

    This press release contains statements that are
forward-looking within the meaning of applicable laws and are based on Ybrant
Digital's current expectations and assumptions as of this date. Ybrant
Digital undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking
statement whether the result of new developments or otherwise. These
statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that could
cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated.

   
    For more information, contact:

    Rema Sujeeth
    Director, Corporate Communications
    Ybrant Digital, Ltd.
    Tel: +91-40-45678925
    Email: rema@ybrantdigital.com

    Sreedhar K V/ Venkat P
    AdfactorsPvt. Ltd.
    Email: sreedhar.kodakalla@gmail.com
    Tel: +91-98480 35385 / +91-9441234562

    Edward Noel
    Chief Strategy Officer
    Lycos Inc.
    Email: edward.noel@lycos-inc.com
    Tel: +1-781-370-2852

Source: Ybrant Digital

Rema Sujeeth, Director, Corporate Communications, Ybrant Digital, Ltd., Tel: +91-40-45678925, Email: rema@ybrantdigital.com, Sreedhar K V/ Venkat P,  AdfactorsPvt. Ltd., Email: sreedhar.kodakalla@gmail.com, Tel: +91-98480 35385 / +91-9441234562, Edward Noel, Chief Strategy Officer, Lycos Inc., Email: edward.noel@lycos-inc.com, Tel: +1-781-370-2852

WomanOwned.com to Expand Membership to 25,000 with New Web Site

Serving women in business for more than 13 years, WomanOwned.com has launched a new web site and will offer new membership benefits in August 2010. Benefits are focused on propelling more women business owners over the $1 million annual revenue mark and membership growth is expected to increase from a current 17,000 to over 25,000 by the end of 2010.

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Aug. 17 -- Christina Blenk, President and CEO of WomanOwned, LLC announced today the re-launch of the website http://www.womanowned.com, dedicated to women in business. In its 13 year history, WomanOwned has served over 15 million unique visitors by offering women information on starting and growing their own businesses.  The new and improved website continues to offer quality information but in a more organized and interactive way with more benefits for entrepreneurs.  With women starting businesses at twice the rate of any other group, having this information at one's fingertips is extremely important.  Currently, women own about 10 million businesses in the U.S. according to the Center for Women's Business Research.

New Membership Area Will Promote Women Businesses

The new Membership Area, priced at $7 / month, will not only provide members with the ability to network with one another, but will feature detailed business profiles where each member will be able to advertise their products and services and also indicate if they are looking for investment or funding.  "Access to capital is one of the largest issues that women face when starting or growing their businesses," Ms. Blenk says.  "We want our members to promote their business and gain access to interested investors through this new online directory of members."

Growth for WomanOwned.com  Membership and Women's Businesses

WomanOwned.com currently has over 17,000 members worldwide and with the new business profiles and funding request sections, we anticipate growing to over 25,000 members by the end of 2010.   Beyond our membership growth, we really want women to focus on the growth of their companies through making new connections.  With only 3% of our 10 million businesses making over $1 million annually, women need to do more to connect and grow.  WomanOwned.com provides the resources to help make this happen.  We invite any woman business owner to visit and register for an invitation to our new Membership Area when it is officially open by the end of August 2010.

About WomanOwned.com

WomanOwned.com was founded in 1997 by Christina Blenk as she began developing her own website development company AFS Web / At First Site, Inc.  As she learned lessons about business start up, incorporation, accessing funds, and hiring professionals, she wrote articles sharing her personal experiences so that other woman entrepreneurs could likewise benefit.  Today, WomanOwned.com reflects the success of one entrepreneur and inspires over 150,000 unique visitors to its site each month, from all over the world.

  Christina Blenk
  WomanOwned, LLC
  614-569-0056

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Source: WomanOwned.com
   

CONTACT:  Christina Blenk, WomanOwned, LLC, +1-614-569-0056

ViewCast Announces Availability of VMp Portal and VMp Live Modules for ViewCast Media Platform (VMp(TM))

VMp Portal and VMp Live software modules enable advanced digital media management capabilities

PLANO, Texas, Aug. 17 -- ViewCast Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: VCST), a developer of industry-leading solutions for the transformation, management and delivery of digital media over broadband, enterprise and mobile networks, today announced the immediate availability of its VMp Portal and VMp Live software modules, both part of the ViewCast Media Platform (VMp(TM)) suite of products. VMp Portal can be implemented independently, or in conjunction with the VMp Live module as a unified framework for managing digital media content throughout its life cycle - from live ingest, to archiving, search and asset sharing, including distribution and publishing.

  VMp Portal and VMp Live offer the following capabilities:

  VMp Portal
  --  Collect, share, view and distribute digital media content easily
      throughout the enterprise.
  --  Upload, tag, manage, search, share and view audio, video, images and
      multimedia content using a YouTube(TM)-style user interface.
  --  Publish or syndicate content to other systems as well as corporate Web
      sites.

  VMp Live
  --  Utilize the intuitive web-based calendar to schedule, capture and
      manage live events for delivery to laptops, cell phones and mobile
      devices.
  --  Remotely control any number of Niagara video appliances while
      centralizing and automating basic tasks such as start/stop encoding
      and encoder resource management.

"With the arrival of VMp Portal and VMp Live, ViewCast is meeting the surging demand for sophisticated yet easy-to-use digital media management solutions that enable organizations of all sizes and charters to yield the greatest possible value from their digital assets," said ViewCast President and CEO Dave Stoner. "VMp empowers users to utilize digital media in new and innovative ways and streamline workflows to enhance productivity, while offering a modular framework that assures unmatched flexibility and management agility."

About VMp

Comprised of the VMp Portal, VMp Live and VMp Production modules, VMp provides a unified platform for collecting, managing, sharing and publishing media content to help organizations leverage the power of digital media. Supporting online video publishing, live video streaming, video on-demand and digital asset management, VMp enables users to streamline and automate complex video production processes, enhance collaboration and maximize efficiencies across the enterprise. VMp's modular architecture affords users the flexibility to choose the modules that address their unique requirements, and provides users with the flexibility to evolve their VMp implementations as business needs, objectives and applications change.

For more information about VMp, visit http://www.viewcast.com/products/viewcast-media-platform

About ViewCast

ViewCast develops industry-leading hardware and software for the transformation, management and delivery of professional quality video over broadband, enterprise and mobile networks. ViewCast's award-winning solutions simplify the complex workflows required for the Web-based streaming of news, sports, music, and other video content to computers and mobile devices, empowering broadcasters, businesses, and governments to easily and effectively reach and expand their audiences. With more than 350,000 video capture cards deployed globally, ViewCast sets the standard in the streaming media industry. ViewCast Niagara® streaming appliances, Osprey® video capture cards and VMp(TM) video management systems provide the highly reliable technology required to deliver the multi-platform experiences driving today's digital media market.

ViewCast (http://www.viewcast.com) is headquartered in Plano, Texas, USA, with sales and distribution channels located globally.

ViewCast, VMp, Osprey and Niagara are trademarks or registered trademarks of ViewCast Corporation or its subsidiaries.

  ViewCast                                        Investor
   Contact:            PR Agency Contact:         Contact:
  Jeff Kopang          Jessie Glockner           Matt Clawson
  Vice President        Rainier
   of Marketing         Communications           Allen & Caron
  Tel: +1 (972)         Tel: +1 (508)             Tel: +1 (949)
   488-7200             475-0025 x140             474-4300
  E-mail:               E-mail:                   E-mail:
   jeffk@viewcast.comjglockner@rainierco.commatt@allencaron.com

Source: ViewCast Corporation
   

CONTACT:  Jeff Kopang, Vice President of Marketing of ViewCast,
+1-972-488-7200, jeffk@viewcast.com; or PR Agency, Jessie Glockner of Rainier
Communications, +1-508-475-0025, ext. 140, jglockner@rainierco.com; or
Investors, Matt Clawson of Allen & Caron, +1-949-474-4300,
matt@allencaron.com, both for ViewCast Corporation

Web Site:  http://www.viewcast.com/

Nokia Debuts 'Touch and Type' Design With the Latest Nokia X3

ESPOO, Finland, August 17, 2010--     In a move to continue driving innovation in its market leading mobile
phone range, Nokia (NYSE: NOK) today unveils the super slim Nokia X3 Touch
and Type, with a unique combination of a touch screen and traditional 12
button phone keypad. As Nokia's first 'Touch and Type' phone, the Nokia X3
allows people to tap quickly on the bright color touch screen, as well as
enjoy the familiarity of the full keypad for quick fire text messages and
phone calls. Expected to be on sale in the third quarter, the Nokia X3 is
expected to retail for approximately EUR 125, excluding taxes and subsidies.

    "Innovation is not just a high-end game. The Nokia X3 is a great example
of bringing new consumer value to lower price points," said Mary McDowell,
Executive Vice President of Mobile Phones at Nokia.

    "With the Nokia X3 we are giving consumers the best of both worlds by
combining a touch screen and a keypad in an affordable device. We have given
people a larger screen with clear icons and menus plus kept critical keys
such as the send and end keys. We've also added dedicated function keys for
important links like music and text messaging," she said.

    "We have designed the Nokia X3 to be a touch and type device because
typing is ideal for SMS and social networking where fast and frequent input
is needed, while touch is ideal for functions such as setting alarms, smooth
browsing and controlling applications like music and games.

    "Our research tells us consumers who have invested years in becoming fast
one-handed, one-thumb texters want to maintain their speedy edge for SMS,
chat and instant messaging - yet enjoy the benefits of touch as well,"
continued McDowell.

    With its sleek and modern design coming in at a very thin 9.6mm - making
it one of the slimmest Nokia phones ever - the Nokia X3 slips easily into the
purse or the pocket, and looks the part with its brushed aluminum back cover
which will come in five vibrant colors designed to suit any mood or wardrobe.

    Despite its size, the Nokia X3 is jam-packed with features including 3G,
WLAN, a music player and an FM radio.

    Lovers of the snapshot and social networks will enjoy a great 5 megapixel
camera with 4X digital zoom that can take both still and video images.

    The Nokia X3 also features dedicated music and messaging keys allowing
fast access to important Ovi services including social and entertainment
applications. In addition to Ovi Mail, people's favorite consumer email and
chat accounts can be pushed direct to the phone via Nokia Messaging.

    With a gentle glide over the touch screen people can go online and get
access to many services including thousands of apps from Ovi Store. In
certain markets, the new phone will also be available with Ovi Music
Unlimited, enabling the owner to access a virtually limitless range of the
latest hit music that can be stored on the available 16GB memory card.

    The Nokia X3 - affordable and accessible touch and type which is
simple-to-use and beautifully designed. The Nokia X3 Touch and Type sits
alongside the Nokia X3-00, a slider with strong music functionality, which
was launched in September 2009.

    The Nokia Mini Speaker MD-11. Pocket-sized speakers for big sound

    Music lovers can boost the Nokia X3's inbuilt speaker with some extra
'oomph' with the new MD-11, a light pocket-size speaker with great audio
quality. For even more fun, you can connect two for stereo sound - a great
way to get the music out of your phone and enjoy with friends. The Nokia Mini
Speaker MD-11 is estimated to retail for EUR 25 excluding taxes and
subsidies.

    For more information, please visit:
http://events.nokia.com/touchandtype/ and http://www.nokia.com/press

    For the Nokia X3 Touch and Type design video, please visit:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zmqf_nktDag

    About Nokia

    At Nokia, we are committed to connecting people. We combine advanced
technology with personalized services that enable people to stay close to
what matters to them. Every day, more than 1.2 billion people connect to one
another with a Nokia device - from mobile phones to advanced smartphones and
high-performance mobile computers. Today, Nokia is integrating its devices
with innovative services through Ovi (http://www.ovi.com), including music,
maps, apps, email and more. Nokia's NAVTEQ is a leader in comprehensive
digital mapping and navigation services, while Nokia Siemens Networks
provides equipment, services and solutions for communications networks
globally.

    http://www.nokia.com

Source: Nokia Corporation

Media Enquiries: Nokia, Communications, Tel. +358-7180-34900, Email: press.services@nokia.com

Nokia Debuts 'Touch and Type' Design With the Latest Nokia X3

ESPOO, Finland, August 17, 2010--     In a move to continue driving innovation in its market leading mobile
phone range, Nokia (NYSE: NOK) today unveils the super slim Nokia X3 Touch
and Type, with a unique combination of a touch screen and traditional 12
button phone keypad. As Nokia's first 'Touch and Type' phone, the Nokia X3
allows people to tap quickly on the bright color touch screen, as well as
enjoy the familiarity of the full keypad for quick fire text messages and
phone calls. Expected to be on sale in the third quarter, the Nokia X3 is
expected to retail for approximately EUR 125, excluding taxes and subsidies.

    "Innovation is not just a high-end game. The Nokia X3 is a great example
of bringing new consumer value to lower price points," said Mary McDowell,
Executive Vice President of Mobile Phones at Nokia.

    "With the Nokia X3 we are giving consumers the best of both worlds by
combining a touch screen and a keypad in an affordable device. We have given
people a larger screen with clear icons and menus plus kept critical keys
such as the send and end keys. We've also added dedicated function keys for
important links like music and text messaging," she said.

    "We have designed the Nokia X3 to be a touch and type device because
typing is ideal for SMS and social networking where fast and frequent input
is needed, while touch is ideal for functions such as setting alarms, smooth
browsing and controlling applications like music and games.

    "Our research tells us consumers who have invested years in becoming fast
one-handed, one-thumb texters want to maintain their speedy edge for SMS,
chat and instant messaging - yet enjoy the benefits of touch as well,"
continued McDowell.

    With its sleek and modern design coming in at a very thin 9.6mm - making
it one of the slimmest Nokia phones ever - the Nokia X3 slips easily into the
purse or the pocket, and looks the part with its brushed aluminum back cover
which will come in five vibrant colors designed to suit any mood or wardrobe.

    Despite its size, the Nokia X3 is jam-packed with features including 3G,
WLAN, a music player and an FM radio.

    Lovers of the snapshot and social networks will enjoy a great 5 megapixel
camera with 4X digital zoom that can take both still and video images.

    The Nokia X3 also features dedicated music and messaging keys allowing
fast access to important Ovi services including social and entertainment
applications. In addition to Ovi Mail, people's favorite consumer email and
chat accounts can be pushed direct to the phone via Nokia Messaging.

    With a gentle glide over the touch screen people can go online and get
access to many services including thousands of apps from Ovi Store. In
certain markets, the new phone will also be available with Ovi Music
Unlimited, enabling the owner to access a virtually limitless range of the
latest hit music that can be stored on the available 16GB memory card.

    The Nokia X3 - affordable and accessible touch and type which is
simple-to-use and beautifully designed. The Nokia X3 Touch and Type sits
alongside the Nokia X3-00, a slider with strong music functionality, which
was launched in September 2009.

    The Nokia Mini Speaker MD-11. Pocket-sized speakers for big sound

    Music lovers can boost the Nokia X3's inbuilt speaker with some extra
'oomph' with the new MD-11, a light pocket-size speaker with great audio
quality. For even more fun, you can connect two for stereo sound - a great
way to get the music out of your phone and enjoy with friends. The Nokia Mini
Speaker MD-11 is estimated to retail for EUR 25 excluding taxes and
subsidies.

    For more information, please visit:
http://www.events.nokia.com/touchandtype and http://www.nokia.com/press

    For the Nokia X3 Touch and Type design video, please visit:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zmqf_nktDag

    About Nokia

    At Nokia, we are committed to connecting people. We combine advanced
technology with personalized services that enable people to stay close to
what matters to them. Every day, more than 1.2 billion people connect to one
another with a Nokia device - from mobile phones to advanced smartphones and
high-performance mobile computers. Today, Nokia is integrating its devices
with innovative services through Ovi (http://www.ovi.com), including music,
maps, apps, email and more. Nokia's NAVTEQ is a leader in comprehensive
digital mapping and navigation services, while Nokia Siemens Networks
provides equipment, services and solutions for communications networks
globally.

    http://www.nokia.com

Source: Nokia Corporation

Media Enquiries: Nokia, Communications, Tel. +358-7180-34900, Email: press.services@nokia.com

Grand Rapids, Michigan, Residents to Benefit From Verizon Wireless Network Enhancements

New Cell Site Means Clearer Reception, Fewer Dropped Calls

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Aug. 17 -- Verizon Wireless has activated a new cell site in Grand Rapids, Mich., which enables more customers to use their wireless phones to make calls; send and receive e-mail and text, picture and video messages; access the Internet; view high-quality videos; and download apps, music, games and ringtones, while enjoying clearer reception and fewer dropped calls.

The new cell site, which is equipped with a permanent backup generator for times of emergency, improves voice and data coverage along the following major roads:

  --  Beltline Avenue between 3 Mile Road to the north and Leonard Street to
      the south, and;
  --  Knapp Street between Interstate 96 to the west and Maguire Avenue to
      the east.

"As our customers continue relying on their wireless devices even more for everything from making calls and sending messages to surfing the Internet and getting email, we closely analyze their usage and make improvements accordingly," said David MacBeth, Executive Director-Network, Michigan/Indiana/Kentucky Region, Verizon Wireless. "The most advanced device is only as good as the network it runs on. That's why we aggressively invest in our Michigan network to increase coverage and capacity for our customers and continue to raise the bar in network reliability."

Verizon Wireless has invested more than $60 billion since it was formed--$5.7 billion on average every year--to increase the coverage and capacity of its premier nationwide network and to add new services.

About Verizon Wireless in Michigan

In Michigan, Verizon Wireless has more than 2,100 employees and 65 company-owned retail locations in more than 40 cities, including Allen Park, Alpena, Alpine Twp., Ann Arbor, Auburn Hills, Battle Creek, Bay City, Brighton, Burton, Canton, Clinton Twp., Dearborn, Detroit, East Lansing, Escanaba, Farmington Hills, Fenton, Flint, Fort Gaylord, Gratiot, Grand Rapids, Grandville, Highland Park, Holland, Houghton, Iron Mountain, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Kentwood, Lake Orion, Lansing, Livonia, Marquette, Midland, Monroe, Muskegon, Northville, Novi, Okemos, Petoskey, Pontiac, Portage, Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, Saginaw, St. Clair Shores, St. Joseph, Southfield, Taylor, Traverse City, Troy, Utica, Warren and Westland.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's most reliable and largest wireless voice and 3G data network, serving more than 92 million customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with  79,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE: VZ)(NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (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.

Source: Verizon Wireless
   

CONTACT:  Michelle Gilbert, Verizon Wireless, +1-248-915-3680,
michelle.gilbert@verizonwireless.com; Jennifer Cherry, For Verizon Wireless,
+1-248-855-6777, jcherry@marxlayne.com

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

Microsoft Heralds a New Age of Gaming With 'Age of Empires Online'

New franchise installment joins exciting PC lineup of LIVE-enabled titles from Microsoft Game Studios.

COLOGNE, Germany, Aug. 17 -- On the eve of gamescom 2010, the world's largest consumer-oriented games showcase, Microsoft Corp. unveiled the newest addition to the famed "Age of Empires" franchise, "Age of Empires Online." Microsoft also announced the development of "Microsoft Flight," a new entry inspired by the best-selling "Microsoft Flight Simulator" franchise. Published by Microsoft Game Studios, these new titles, along with the previously announced "Fable III," fully integrate the free* Games for Windows - LIVE online service to deliver compelling socially connected gameplay experiences.

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"Today, we're bringing powerful, inventive gaming experiences to the Windows-based PC," said Phil Spencer, corporate vice president of Microsoft Game Studios. "Over the years, our PC heritage captured the hearts and minds of millions of players. Reinventing these iconic franchises with social, shared experiences at their core marks the beginning of our return to PC gaming in bold new ways."

"Age of Empires" for a New Era

With more than 20 million copies sold worldwide, the "Age of Empires" series redefined real-time strategy games for Windows-based PC players. Now, the timeless franchise once again invites players to experience its rich storyline in new ways. Developed by Robot Entertainment, "Age of Empires Online" will invite players to create a living, growing online world, shared with friends and friendly rivals around the globe. Begin the journey with your own Greek civilization, and watch as it progresses from a village to an empire. Embark on quests along the way, alone or with friends, and immerse yourself in epic tales, quirky characters, adventure, history and strategy. Together with the Games for Windows - LIVE service, "Age of Empires Online" delivers a rich, social experience that lets you play however you want -- anywhere, anytime.

Marrying fresh features with iconic gameplay, "Age of Empires Online" offers something for long-time fans, newcomers and everyone in between. "Age of Empires Online" will feature:

  --  A persistent online capital city that lives and grows even when you're
      offline
  --  Cooperative multiplayer quests, trading and a level-based system that
      lets you progress at your own pace
  --  Fun, approachable style and storylines
  --  Free-to-play experiences via Games for Windows - LIVE

More information, news and chances to join the beta program are available at http://www.ageofempiresonline.com/.

Introducing "Microsoft Flight"

Twenty-eight years after the debut of "Microsoft Flight Simulator 1.0," Microsoft Game Studios also announced the internal development of "Microsoft Flight," a new Windows exclusive. "Microsoft Flight" will bring a new perspective to the long-standing genre, welcoming everyone, including long-time fans, to experience the magic of flight.

A teaser of the future of Flight on the Windows-based PC is available at http://www.microsoft.com/games/flight.

Discover Adventure With "Fable" on the PC

"Fable III" for Windows lets you once again join the action, drama and adventure while you rule Albion as the next king or queen in an ever-evolving world of rebellion and revolution. Discover new quests and unlock new regions as you make choices and sacrifices to test your morality and potentially affect your entire kingdom. The choice is yours: reunite the impoverished people of your kingdom as their monarch, or bring Albion to the brink of collapse.

Powered by Games for Windows - LIVE

All three titles are designed with Games for Windows - LIVE at the core, delivering a seamless online gaming experience from start to finish. Log in with a single identity to earn Achievements and up your Gamerscore across Games for Windows - LIVE and Xbox LIVE. See your friends online, send and receive voice messages, text messages and game invites, and enjoy cross-platform communication. You even receive automatic game updates and the ability to extend the experience with Game Add-ons only found on the Games for Windows - LIVE Marketplace.

Additional information, screenshots and trailers for "Age of Empires Online," "Microsoft Flight," and "Fable III" are available at the Microsoft gamescom press site at http://xbox.com/en-GB/press.

About Microsoft Game Studios

Microsoft Game Studios is a leading worldwide publisher and developer of games for the Xbox 360 video game console, Windows-based PC and Windows Phone 7. Comprising a network of top developers, Microsoft Game Studios is committed to creating an innovative and diverse gaming portfolio across all platforms, including such landmark franchises as "Halo" and "Age of Empires."

About Games for Windows - LIVE

Games for Windows - LIVE is a free online gaming service that lets you connect and play with your friends and more than 25 million global Xbox LIVE members. It's a world-class online gaming network that offers online matchmaking using the patented TrueSkill enhanced matchmaking system. The service offers text and voice messaging across Games for Windows - LIVE and Xbox LIVE. In addition, consumers can easily discover, view, and purchase full game titles and game add-ons through the Games for Windows - LIVE Marketplace at http://www.gamesforwindows.com/. For more information and updates on the latest games and add-on content available, follow the Games for Windows - LIVE Twitter account, join the Facebook page, or subscribe to the RSS feed.

About Microsoft

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential.

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for Microsoft Corp.

Web Site:  http://www.microsoft.com/

With Xbox LIVE and a Blockbuster Title Lineup, Windows Phone 7 Marks a New Era in Mobile Gaming

First wave of Xbox LIVE titles from award-winning publishers announced for the launch of Windows Phone 7.

COLOGNE, Germany, Aug. 17 -- Today at gamescom 2010, the world's largest consumer-oriented games showcase, Microsoft Corp. premiered the first wave of Xbox LIVE games launching on Windows Phone 7 this holiday. With even more games and applications to come, Windows Phone 7 is putting the power of Xbox LIVE into the palm of your hand -- from Xbox LIVE Avatars to staying connected with friends, Xbox LIVE is now at your fingertips, anytime, anywhere.*

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"We believe that no matter where life takes you, the best in gaming and entertainment should follow," said Marc Whitten, corporate vice president of Xbox LIVE at Microsoft. "Windows Phone 7 takes a different approach to handheld gaming, utilizing Xbox LIVE, Microsoft Game Studios, leading game publishers, and innovative indie developers, to create powerful, shared experiences for everyone."

The Games You Want, Played When and Wherever You Want Them

In a sea of games, apps, gadgets and gizmos, the biggest obstacle can be finding the game that's right for you. Only Windows Phone 7 has a Games hub featuring Xbox LIVE, creating a different kind of mobile gaming experience that puts the games you want front and center. Xbox LIVE games on Windows Phone 7 will be specially selected from the top names in mobile, PC and console game development, making the best mobile games even better, thanks to Xbox LIVE. With try-before-you-buy demos, Xbox LIVE leaderboards, turn-based multiplayer, Achievements and more, Windows Phone 7 brings the quality, consistency and community of the Xbox experience to gamers on the go.

Windows Phone 7 also will be supported by content from Microsoft Game Studios (MGS), providing strong first-party gaming titles and intellectual property for the phone. For Xbox fans, this means that Windows Phone 7 will offer companion titles to familiar names, such as "Halo: Waypoint," and "Crackdown 2," extending the experience of their favorite Xbox 360 franchises.

"Windows Phone 7 is the launch of a major gaming platform for Microsoft," said Matt Booty, general manager of mobile gaming for MGS. "Just like we've done with Xbox 360, our charter is to push the envelope and deliver definitive games that maximize the platform. We will have an incredible lineup of MGS titles, and that's just the beginning."

The most creative minds in game development are bringing the biggest franchises to Windows Phone 7. The first wave of launch portfolio titles includes Xbox LIVE games from the likes of Gameloft, Konami Digital Entertainment, Namco Bandai, PopCap and THQ. Whether you choose to play a gem of a puzzler with "Bejeweled(TM) LIVE" (PopCap), bring down the house with "Guitar Hero 5" (Glu Mobile), fight off a destructive alien invasion in "The Harvest" (MGS), paint your way out of a corner with "Max and the Magic Marker" (PressPlay) or defend your city in "Crackdown 2: Project Sunburst" (MGS), the first wave of games announced in the launch portfolio of Xbox LIVE games on Windows Phone 7 has something for every mobile gamer:

  --  "3D Brick Breaker Revolution" (Digital Chocolate)
  --  "Age of Zombies" (Halfbrick)
  --  "Armor Valley" (Protege Games)
  --  "Asphalt 5" (Gameloft)
  --  "Assassins Creed" (Gameloft)
  --  "Bejeweled(TM) LIVE" (PopCap)
  --  "Bloons TD" (Digital Goldfish)
  --  "Brain Challenge" (Gameloft)
  --  "Bubble Town 2" (i-Play)
  --  "Butterfly" (Press Start Studio)
  --  "CarneyVale Showtime" (MGS)
  --  "Castlevania" (Konami Digital Entertainment)
  --  "Crackdown 2: Project Sunburst" (MGS)
  --  "De Blob Revolution" (THQ)
  --  "Deal or No Deal 2010" (i-Play)
  --  "Earthworm Jim" (Gameloft)
  --  "Fast & Furious 7" (i-Play)
  --  "Fight Game Rivals" (Rough Cookie)
  --  "Finger Physics" (Mobliss Inc.)
  --  "Flight Control" (Namco Bandai)
  --  "Flowerz" (Carbonated Games)
  --  "Frogger" (Konami Digital Entertainment)
  --  "Fruit Ninja" (Halfbrick)
  --  "Game Chest-Board" (MGS)
  --  "Game Chest-Card" (MGS)
  --  "Game Chest-Logic" (MGS)
  --  "Game Chest-Solitaire" (MGS)
  --  "GeoDefense" (Critical Thought)
  --  "Ghostscape" (Psionic)
  --  "Glow Artisan" (Powerhead Games)
  --  "Glyder 2" (Glu Mobile)
  --  "Guitar Hero 5" (Glu Mobile)
  --  "Halo Waypoint" (MGS)
  --  "Hexic Rush" (Carbonated Games)
  --  "I Dig It" (InMotion)
  --  "iBlast Moki" (Godzilab)
  --  "ilomilo" (MGS)
  --  "Implode XL" (IUGO)
  --  "Iquarium" (Infinite Dreams)
  --  "Jet Car Stunts" (True Axis)
  --  "Let's Golf 2" (Gameloft)
  --  "Little Wheel" (One click dog)
  --  "Loondon" (Flip N Tale)
  --  "Max and the Magic Marker" (PressPlay)
  --  "Mini Squadron" (Supermono Limited)
  --  "More Brain Exercise" (Namco Bandai)
  --  "O.M.G." (Arkedo)
  --  "Puzzle Quest 2" (Namco Bandai)
  --  "Real Soccer 2" (Gameloft)
  --  "The Revenants" (Chaotic Moon)
  --  "Rise of Glory" (Revo Solutions)
  --  "Rocket Riot" (Codeglue)
  --  "Splinter Cell Conviction" (Gameloft)
  --  "Star Wars: Battle for Hoth" (THQ)
  --  "Star Wars: Cantina" (THQ)
  --  "The Harvest" (MGS)
  --  "The Oregon Trail" (Gameloft)
  --  "Tower Bloxx NY" (Digital Chocolate)
  --  "Twin Blades" (Press Start Studio)
  --  "UNO" (Gameloft)
  --  "Women's Murder Club: Death in Scarlet" (i-Play)
  --  "Zombie Attack!" (IUGO)
  --  "Zombies!!!!" (Babaroga)

Additional titles in the launch portfolio will be released between now and the Windows Phone 7 launch this holiday season; once the phone launches, new Xbox LIVE titles also will be added to the games portfolio every week.

Xbox LIVE: Bringing More to Your Mobile Gaming

Xbox LIVE on Windows Phone 7 unlocks a world of games and fun and directly connects you to a global community of more than 25 million active Xbox LIVE members. Windows Phone 7 is the only phone that seamlessly integrates Xbox LIVE and provides unique mobile gaming experiences:

  --  Avatars. Connect to your Xbox LIVE profile and Avatar, or create a new
      one if you don't already have an Avatar or Xbox LIVE profile; take
      your 3-D Avatar and props with you on the phone with full closet
      access.
  --  Friends. Bring your Xbox LIVE friends with you everywhere; compare
      Achievements, challenge rivals to your favorite game, and even see
      who's online and what they're doing on their consoles, PCs or phones.
  --  Game access. Easily view and launch your full game library from a
      single location; find, try and buy new games either in the Marketplace
      or Games hub.
  --  Achievements. Earn, view and track Achievements, view Xbox LIVE
      leaderboards and build your Gamerscore across Xbox 360 and Windows
      Phone 7 -- every time you play an Xbox LIVE title.
  --  Messaging. Communicate with all of your Xbox LIVE friends, any time
      you want, through Xbox LIVE messages.
  --  Multiplayer. Invite, connect and play against friends on other Windows
      Phone 7 phones or the PC with turn-based (asynchronous) multiplayer
      gaming.
  --  Spotlight. Access Xbox LIVE Spotlight feeds, including the latest game
      titles, breaking news from Xbox LIVE, game tips and tricks, and more.

  About Xbox LIVE

Xbox LIVE is the online entertainment service for your Xbox 360, connecting you to an ever-expanding world of games, movies, TV, music, sports and social entertainment. Xbox LIVE lets you play the best games, enjoy the largest on-demand library on any console, listen to millions of songs and share the fun with friends around the world. This holiday season, Xbox LIVE will come to Windows Phone 7 and put the power of connected entertainment in the palm of your hand. Xbox LIVE is also the exclusive home of controller-free online entertainment through Kinect, making your Xbox 360 more intuitive and interactive than ever before. With an active community of 25 million people across 26 countries, expanding to 35 this fall, Xbox LIVE, together with Xbox 360 and Windows Phone 7, provides you with instant access to the entertainment you want, shared with the people you care about, wherever you are. More information about Xbox LIVE can be found online at http://www.xbox.com/live.

About Microsoft

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential.

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Real Estate 'Area Highlighter' iPhone Feature Puts Homes at Buyers' Finger Tips

New Realtor.com® iPhone App Update Includes Six New Features, Supports New 4.0 Social Features

CAMPBELL, Calif., Aug. 17 -- Building on the success of the Realtor.com premier Real Estate Search iPhone application, Move, Inc. (NASDAQ:MOVE), the leader in online real estate, today announces a new Area Highlighter feature enabling users to easily search a specified location by free-style drawing on a map with the touch of a finger.  Making on-the-go property search more fun and interactive, the new Realtor.com Area Highlighter iPhone feature delivers instant access to consumers and real estate professionals interested in customizing search locations specific to an area of interest as they use their iPhone to browse the largest and freshest online collection of properties for sale.

Offering more innovative search capabilities than any other real estate mobile application on the market today, the newly updated Realtor.com Real Estate Search iPhone app includes a host of new property, lot and community search features including the ability to perform rich custom searches for properties from categories such as "single story," "water view," "water front" and "swimming pools." Exploring new cities and neighborhoods also becomes easier with the new Location Browser feature, which makes it convenient for those unsure of a city's name or neighborhood to find the location of interest. Users will now also be able to quickly recall the past five searched locations they've viewed by using the Recent Locations feature.

In addition to launching the new Area Highlighter feature, Realtor.com is also introducing new features optimized for the new iPhone iOS 4.0. Features specific to the new iPhone iOS 4.0 include the Share Listing by SMS feature that empowers agents to leverage additional social distribution of their listings, while enabling consumers to share their favorite properties with friends by tapping the Send as Text Message button on the navigation bar. Listing agents can also benefit from more traffic to their listings via the Calendar Integration feature, which lets users add homes scheduled to host an open house, as well as the property details and agent's contact information to their calendars.

Realtor.com President, Errol Samuelson says, "By continually evolving our mobile experience with new features like Area Highlighter, Realtor.com delivers on our commitment to develop innovative and interactive search experiences enabling consumers and real estate professionals to connect and find properties in a manner that's complementary to their mobile lifestyles."

Samuelson goes on to explain the Realtor.com Real Estate Search iPhone app continues to successfully connect potential home buyers with real estate professionals, and consistently receives high ratings from users searching for properties on the go.

Since its launch in January 2010, the Realtor.com iPhone app has been downloaded more than 1.5 million times, and is the leading real estate application in terms of number of features, end-user ratings and performance, according to a report issued last month by real estate consulting firm, Clareity Consulting.  In addition, visits, e-mail leads and phone calls from the Realtor.com Real Estate Search iPhone app increased by more than 60 percent in the second quarter of 2010 as compared to the first quarter of that same year.

"We're very pleased that consumers who have the Realtor.com Real Estate Search app are using it approximately 16 minutes per session, and we attribute their engagement to the quality of the app and the important role it plays in their search efforts," comments Samuelson.  "We look forward to introducing additional mobile search products later this year that will support the needs of both consumers and real estate professionals as they navigate real estate."

Categorized as a Lifestyle Application in the Apple® iTunes® store, the free Realtor.com Real Estate Search iPhone app is compatible with iPhone OS 3.0 or higher, the iPad, and the iPod Touch.  This newest update containing these six new features can now be downloaded at http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/realtor-com-real-estate-search/id336698281?mt=8 or by going to the consumer information page on Realtor.com at http://www.realtor.com/iphone/.  Read today's blog post here: http://www.realtor.com/blogs/2010/08/17/check-out-new-area-highlighter-feature -on-realtor-com-iphone-app/.

ABOUT REALTOR.COM®

Realtor.com®, where the world shops for real estate online, is operated by Move, Inc., (NASDAQ:MOVE) and is the official web site of the National Association of REALTORS®. Ranked as the #1 homes-for-sale site, Realtor.com® currently offers potential home buyers access to over four million property listings, as well as the most brokers and agents. It also provides REALTORS® and the home sellers they represent with the Internet's largest real estate marketplace, reaching more than 9.06 million(1) consumers in June 2010. Agents and companies have the power to customize Realtor.com(R) resources to maximize their brand and productivity.

REALTOR® and Realtor.com® are registered trademarks of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTOR®. REALTOR® is a federally registered collective membership mark, which identifies a real estate professional who is a Member of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® and subscribes to its strict Code of Ethics. All other trademarks appearing above are the property of Move, Inc., or of their other respective owners.

ABOUT MOVE, INC.

Move, Inc. (NASDAQ:MOVE) is the leader in online real estate with 11.6 million(2) monthly visitors to its online network of web sites. Move, Inc. operates: Move.com, a leading destination for information on new homes and rental listings, moving, home and garden and home finance; REALTOR.com®, the official web site of the National Association of REALTORS®; Moving.com; SeniorHousingNet; and TOP PRODUCER Systems. Move, Inc. is based in Campbell, California.

This press release may contain forward-looking statements, including information about management's view of Move's future expectations, plans and prospects, within the safe harbor provisions under The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the results of Move, its subsidiaries, divisions and concepts to be materially different than those expressed or implied in such statements. These risk factors and others are included from time to time in documents Move files with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including but not limited to, its Form 10-Ks, Form 10-Qs and Form 8-Ks. Other unknown or unpredictable factors also could have material adverse effects on Move's future results. The forward-looking statements included in this press release are made only as of the date hereof. Move cannot guarantee future results, levels of activity, performance or achievements. Accordingly, you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Finally, Move expressly disclaims any intent or obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.

(1) comScore Media, July 2010

(2) comScore Media Metrix, July 2010

Source: Move, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Julie Reynolds, +1-805-557-3080, Julie.reynold@move.com, or
Richard Garcia, +1-805-557-3087, Richard.Garcia@move.com, both of Move, Inc.;
or Danielle Ferris of AccessPR, +1-415-844-6272, move@accesspr.com, for Move,
Inc.

Web Site:  http://www.move.com/
http://www.realtor.com/

Mobilink Boosts Messaging Capacity With Acision's Mobile Data Services Solution

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan, August 17, 2010--     Acision, a world leader in mobile data, today announces that
Mobilink, Pakistan's largest mobile operator and a subsidiary of Orascom
Telecom Holding, has once again selected the Acision SMSC to expand its
messaging capability to manage growth in messaging traffic.

    Being the market leader with more than 31 million subscribers,
Mobilink's market strategy is to acquire and retain customers by providing
superior, high value services and products. Part of this strategy was the
launch of SMS bundles in 2009 which proved to be highly popular with the
operator's subscribers.

    Rashid Khan, President and CEO, Mobilink said, "Acision has a
proven track record in products, expertise and continuous service
innovations, and is one of Mobilink's trusted value partners. With our
customers expecting exceptional quality and performance from each of our
services and products, we are confident that Acision will continue to aid us
in delivering high quality and performance every time."

    Sherif Hamoudah, Senior Vice President and General Manager for
Acision in Middle East, Africa and Pakistan said, "Acision's track record in
underpinning high-volume messaging services has enabled us to become a
trusted partner to mobile network operators across the world. As a global
leader in mobile data, Acision is committed to powering high revenue
services. We firmly believe in close partnerships with our customers and we
understand what drives their business. This is why leading operators like
Mobilink choose to work with Acision to support their mobile data services
business."

    The Acision SMSC, part of the Acision Mobile Data Services
portfolio, enables operators to reduce total cost of ownership of their SMS
infrastructure, manage their messaging capacity according to customer demand
and consistently deliver a high quality of service.

    Notes to Editors

    About Acision

    As a world leader in mobile data, Acision powers innovation and
profitable growth in mobile data services. As a pioneer of mobile messaging,
Acision's real time mobile data solutions support its customers worldwide to
drive new revenues with innovative services while controlling, optimizing and
monetizing data traffic. For more information, visit Acision at
http://www.acision.com

    About Mobilink:

    Mobilink, a subsidiary of the Orascom Telecom Holding, is
Pakistan's leading cellular and Blackberry service provider. With more than
31 million subscribers, Mobilink maintains market leadership through
cutting-edge, integrated technology, the strongest brands and the largest
portfolio of value added services in the industry, a broadband carrier
division providing next generation internet technology as well as the
country's largest voice and data network with over 8,000 cell sites. Housing
Pakistan's largest distribution and contact centre networks and an
unparalleled 6,500 kilometers fiber optic backbone, Mobilink has already
invested over US $3.3 billion in the country to date and provides
uninterrupted countrywide connectivity, unmatched customer services and
international roaming in over 140 countries. The company is also the official
cellular partner of the Pakistan Cricket Board.

    As a responsible corporate citizen, Mobilink also offers a
range of socially inclusive products and services dedicated to enhance access
to information. Through Mobilink Foundation, the company supports education,
health and environmental initiatives and promotes sustainable business
practices.

    For Company information: http://www.mobilinkgsm.com

    For information on our CSR and Mobilink Foundation:
http://www.mobilinkfoundation.org

Source: Acision UK Ltd

Press Contacts: Radha K Floerke, Acision, Tel: +65-6505-1021 / +65-9673-7389, Email: radha.floerke@acision.com; Idran Junadi, LEWIS PR, Tel: +65-6534-7250, Email: acisionsg@lewispr.com

Meridian's Launch of its Revolutionary New Web-based Healthcare Reporting System at HFMA is the 'Hit' of the Conference

Meridian Announces First Major Contract with AMG Integrated Healthcare Management in Lafayette, LA

DALLAS, Aug. 16 -- Meridian Healthcare Intelligence, a Dallas-based software company, has launched the first web-based, user-friendly hospital reporting system that will interface with any healthcare provider's current financial operating system.  Meridian's system extracts patient data to create detailed, real time financial and clinical reports.  Meridian's software was the "hit" new product at the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) Conference in Las Vegas last month.

Meridian CEO, Chris LeBlanc, describes the software as, "a breakthrough new product for hospital managers.  We were thrilled by the enthusiastic reception we received at the HFMA conference.  Meridian's software is easy to use, completely automated, requires no hardware or additional personnel, and it provides managers with a detailed financial picture in real-time.  It will improve operating margins and prevent wasteful spending on a daily basis.  It's the first tool that allows hospital administrators to manage their business proactively rather than reactively," said LeBlanc.

AMG Integrated Healthcare Management in Lafayette, LA tested Meridian's software and became Meridian's first major hospital system contract.  AMG Integrated Healthcare Management, a nine-hospital system that owns and operates long term acute care and physical rehabilitation hospitals throughout Louisiana and Mississippi is using the web-based software to enthusiastic reviews.

AMG's chief operating officer August J. Rantz, IV, declared, "This is the best financial reporting software that I've ever seen.  It has two very big advantages: first, it's compatible with our operating system and second, it allows us to look at our operations in a way that we've never been able to before, real time.  We can see a detailed breakdown of our actual patient costs by department by patient every day.  This product is going to change the way we manage our cost of care, employees and physicians."

  Meridian's real time software provides hospital administrators with:
  --  Patient Case Management tools with the ability to identify best
      practices, effectively manage the cost of a patient's treatment, and
      forecast patient profitability
  --  PPD Statistics including profit margins and cost
  --  Physician Analysis with the ability to compare physician performance
  --  The analysis to improve margins by identifying wasteful spending and
      assists in improving documentation for more accurate coding
  --  Detail revenue, cost and profit margin analysis by third party payors
  --  Detailed analysis for renegotiating managed care contracts.

Meridian Healthcare Intelligence is a privately-held, Dallas-based software development company specializing in hospital financial and clinical reporting systems.  For more information logon to http://www.meridianintel.com.

Source: Meridian Healthcare Intelligence
   

CONTACT:  Chris LeBlanc of Meridian Healthcare Intelligence,
+1-214-367-6755

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

ProudGreenHome.com Launches to Cover Exciting Green Home Sector

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Aug. 16 -- ProudGreenHome.com, a new website dedicated to the green home sector, will officially launch on Sept. 1, 2010.

Homeowners are more passionate than ever to live in homes that are as friendly to the earth as they are to the families that reside in them. That's why NetWorld Alliance, publisher of multiple news and information websites across numerous industries, developed the ProudGreenHome.com web portal.

ProudGreenHome.com has a vision to help its audience respect the earth and create more energy efficient and sustainable homes that honor the human experience. To make that vision a reality, the website publishes the most thoughtful and deepest content available, in a format designed to communicate information in a way that educates and inspires.

The site focuses on expanding green knowledge related to residential development, home construction, home remodeling and energy efficiency, conveyed through the experiences of green homeowners and a panel of carefully chosen industry experts with a variety of backgrounds in the green building industry.

"The green home industry is a special place to be at this time. The market is young with enormous promise for many years ahead, as enthusiastic homeowners turn to green housing to help our world be greener and healthier," says Bob Fincher, publisher of ProudGreenHome.com.

Fincher is one of the initial four owner-executives present at the founding of NetWorld Alliance in 1999, and comes to ProudGreenHome.com with 23 years experience in distribution of many different products and services to the home building and remodeling industries, and 13 years experience in web development and online publishing.

The editor of ProudGreenHome.com is John Johnson, an award-winning journalist with experience in clean technology, energy, sustainability, technology and construction. He has assembled a panel of highly credible experts to contribute content to the site.

To accelerate the adoption of green home strategies, ProudGreenHome.com will integrate the web development and audience development techniques -- as well as the marketing partner benefits -- that have been used successfully by the NetWorld Alliance online media organizations for more than 11 years.

Go to http://www.proudgreenhome.com to subscribe to the ProudGreenHome newsletter to stay informed, connected and engaged. Also, be sure to follow ProudGreenHome.com on Twitter (http://www.twitter.com/proudgreenhome) and on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/proudgreenhome).

Companies interested in advertising and all other inquiries may contact Liz Matney at lizm@networldalliance.com.

Bob Fincher, publisher, ProudGreenHome.com, (502) 241-7545 ext. 114, bob@proudgreenhome.com

Source: NetWorld Alliance
   

CONTACT:  Bob Fincher, publisher, ProudGreenHome.com, +1-502-241-7545
ext. 114, bob@proudgreenhome.com

Web Site:  http://www.networldalliance.com/
http://www.proudgreenhome.com/

Magellan GPS and Sports Chalet to Sponsor Cache In Trash Out Event to Clean Up the Environment

Pink's Famous Hot Dogs!!! - Will Be Catering The Event

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Aug. 16 -- Magellan GPS and Sports Chalet announce a Cache In Trash Out (CITO) event. CITO is an ongoing environmental initiative supported by the global geocaching community dedicated to cleaning up parks and other cache-friendly places around the world to help preserve the natural beauty of our outdoor resources.

Magellan GPS and Sports Chalet will host a Cache In Trash Out (CITO) event at Griffith Park in Los Angeles on Saturday, August 21, 2010. The CITO event, hosted in cooperation with the Sports Chalet, challenges people to a geocaching adventure in addition to cleaning up litter throughout the world famous park. Come prepared with your own GPS device or borrow a new eXplorist GC product that Magellan will have on hand.

The family friendly event in Los Angeles will include geocaching competitions, free Pink's Hot Dogs, and prize giveaways.

  The Official Magellan and Sports Chalet GPS Cache In Trash Out Event
  --  Saturday, August 21 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
  --  People can sign-up to participate on the day of the event
  --  GPS coordinates 34 degrees 07' 00.10" N   118 degrees 18' 27.21" W
      Located near the parking lot next to the Fern Dell entrance near
      picnic tables
  --  The person who collects the most trash will win a prize

  RSVP: cito@magellangps.com

Magellan GPS will showcase the recently launched eXplorist GC at the event. eXplorist GC is the first dedicated GPS device for geocaching that includes out-of-the-box paperless geocaching, pre-loaded with the most popular geocaches in the world, a brilliant color screen, rich graphics and an easy to use interface all packed into a rugged and waterproof device that connects seamlessly to http://www.geocaching.com/.

  For more information visit http://magellangps.com/ or http://geocaching.com/

  About MiTAC Digital Corporation

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

© 2010 MiTAC International Corporation. The Magellan logo, Magellan, and eXplorist are registered trademarks of MiTAC International Corporation and are used under license by MiTAC Digital Corporation. All rights reserved.

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

Source: Magellan GPS
   

CONTACT:  Raphel Finelli of Magellan GPS, +1-408-250-1778,
rfinelli@magellangps.com

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

DailyCandy Turns 10, Introduces Start Small, Go Big Contest

Three Winners to Receive $10,000 and One-on-Ones with Industry's Best

NEW YORK, Aug. 16 -- For the past ten years, DailyCandy, the popular women's lifestyle resource, has been alerting its readers to the newest and best restaurants, services, products, and personalities every day.  And, thanks to that attention, more than a few of those companies have leapt from tiny enterprise to the big time. This year, to mark its 10-year anniversary, DailyCandy is providing a select group of entrepreneurs with the tools to take it to the next level.

DailyCandy's Start Small, Go Big Contest will bring DailyCandy's favorite success stories from the last decade -- the country's most successful entrepreneurs -- together with tomorrow's innovators for a series of small business workshops in New York City. Three lucky winners will also receive $10,000 each, a write-up in a DailyCandy e-mail, promotion to the company's 440K+ Twitter followers and Facebook fans, and visibility on DailyCandy.com. To boot, the three winners (and their guests) will attend a blowout celebration to hobknob with movers and shakers from NYC's digital media, tech, food, and fashion industries.

The contest, which will accept entries August 16 through September 6, will award three entrepreneurs (one from each of the Fashion, Food, and Fun categories), with a spot at the DailyCandy Academy, a one-day small business workshop where well-known and accomplished business men and women will share their stories, insights, and counsel. Winners will partake in a day specifically created to suit their entrepreneurial needs, meeting one-on-one with various industry big wigs bringing their functional expertise in the areas of tech, product, marketing, branding, pr, finance, and more.

"DailyCandy editors have been identifying and championing emerging businesses since 2000," said Beth Ellard, senior vice president and general manager of DailyCandy. "As we finish our first decade and look to the next stage in our evolution, we wanted to give a few small business innovators an even bigger DailyCandy boost. Our new contest will do just that."

The key to winning Start Small, Go Big: each product or service should make life a little sweeter, just like DailyCandy. To enter, contestants visit DailyCandy's microsite (dailycandy.com/startsmallgobig) or Facebook fan page (facebook.com/dailycandy) and complete an application by 10 a.m. EDT, September 6, 2010. DailyCandy editors will choose 12 finalists, then open the polls to the public at 11 a.m. EDT, September 9. The three top vote-getters in each category will be announced September 30.  Winners (plus one guest each) will be flown to New York City to participate in the DailyCandy Academy and attend the company's anniversary celebration on October 28.

A timeline of some of DailyCandy's past big discoveries, created by its editorial staff, can be found on the Start Small, Go Big microsite.

About DailyCandy

DailyCandy, a free e-mail newsletter and website distributing 3.3 million subscriptions daily, is the insider's guide to what's hot, new, and undiscovered -- from fashion and restaurant news to gadgets and travel. DailyCandy publishes 29 editions via e-mail, including 12 local editions covering New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, Boston, Dallas, London, Washington, D.C., Atlanta, Philadelphia, Miami, Seattle; one national edition (Everywhere) featuring online picks; and 16 weekly editions comprising 11 local Kids editions (published Mondays); 2 national Kids editions (Tuesdays and Thursdays); DailyCandy Travel (Wednesdays); and DailyCandy Deals (Tuesdays and Thursdays), which features special sales and promotions exclusively for DailyCandy subscribers. DailyCandy Weddings, published Mondays, is a new e-mail and website hopelessly devoted to the bride's big day. ShopTalk delivers great gift ideas online and in e-mail every Tuesday to the NYC, L.A., and Everywhere editions. Swirl, Sample Sales by DailyCandy (swirl.com) features apparel and accessories from the up-and-comers and brands we love at up to 70 percent off. DailyCandy is a unit of Comcast Interactive Media.

Source: DailyCandy.com
   

CONTACT:  Meredith Howard, DailyCandy, Inc., +1-646-230-8554,
mhoward@dailycandy.com

Web Site:  http://www.dailycandy.com/

Verizon Wireless Expands 3G Wireless Coverage in Somerset County, MD

- Data Capacity Increased to Enable Faster Uploads and Downloads - 2009 Regional Network Investment Tops $274 M to Further Enhance 3G Network Advantage - More Than $2.3 B Invested Regionally Since 2000 - Verizon Wireless Test Drivers Drove More Than 18,000 Miles on Local Roadways in First Half of Year

LAUREL, Md., Aug. 16 -- In a continuing effort to provide the best wireless service for local residents in Somerset County, Md., Verizon Wireless has expanded its network with a new cell site. The new cell site provides increased wireless voice and 3G data coverage in Marion Station in the area surrounding Crisfield Marion Rd.

The increased coverage is part of the company's aggressive multi-billion dollar network investment each year to stay ahead of the growing demand for Verizon Wireless' voice and data services.  Last year alone, the company spent $274 million on regional network improvements, bringing total network investment in the region since 2000 to more than $2.3 billion.

"Even the most sophisticated wireless device is only as good as the network it runs on," said Mike Maiorana, Verizon Wireless Regional President.  "Verizon Wireless continues to invest in our network and add capacity to stay ahead of growing demand and ensure our customers have an even better wireless experience tomorrow than they had today."

Verizon Wireless has the nation's largest and most reliable 3G broadband network with five times the coverage of other networks which makes advanced services like turn-by-turn navigation, over-the-air downloads of the latest applications, text/picture messaging, video and music downloads, web browsing and 3D gaming possible.  Customer demand for these advanced services continues to grow.

The company's "nation's most reliable wireless network" reputation is based on network studies performed by real-life test men and test women throughout the country. Locally, test men and women traveled more than 18,747 miles of area roadways to test the Verizon Wireless network and the networks of competitors in the first half of 2010. Using sophisticated testing equipment, Verizon Wireless' local team of network technicians conducted 66,552 voice call attempts and 373,899 data tests on the Verizon Wireless network and the networks of major competitors.  Unmarked test vehicles are equipped with computers that automatically conduct voice calls and data tests.

Results from this internal network quality assurance test program confirm that Verizon Wireless is the 3G network quality leader in the Virginia, Maryland and DC region, and correlate with other third-party network quality findings, including the J.D. Power and Associates 2010 Wireless Call Quality Performance Study(SM), Vol.1.

In addition to enhancing its 3G network, Verizon Wireless has also begun testing its 4G network which it plans to deploy in 2010 in 25 to 30 U.S. markets, covering 100 million people.  Verizon Wireless' 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) wireless network will offer dramatically higher wireless speeds and reliability than even today's most advanced 3G network.

Stay in the know about Verizon Wireless news in MD/DC/VA by following @VZWPRDC on Twitter.  For the latest network-related news, information and upgrades, follow VZWNetwork on Twitter at http://twitter.com/VZWNetwork.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's most reliable and largest wireless voice and 3G data network, serving more than 92 million customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 79,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE: VZ)(NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (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.

Source: Verizon Wireless
   

CONTACT:  Melanie Ortel, +1-240-568-1429,
Melanie.Ortel@VerizonWireless.com, or Sherri Cunningham, +1-202-364-5856,
Twitter:  @VZWPRDC

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

SafeLink Wireless® Raises Lifeline Offering - Up to 250 Minutes of Free Talk Time for Virginia's Eligible Low-Income Families

More Choices for Low-Income Families: Government-Supported Program Offering Free Monthly Talk Time and Free Wireless Cell Phone Now Has Multiple Plan Options

RICHMOND, Va., Aug. 16 -- America's number one prepaid cell phone provider, TracFone Wireless, Inc., announced that its federal Lifeline offering, SafeLink, will now offer participants of the program in Virginia the choice of three monthly plans, including up to 250 minutes of free monthly talk time - nearly an hour more per month than is offered by any other competitor.

The new choices made possible by TracFone give low-income families up to 250 minutes of free monthly talk time and additional, flexible plan options give families the freedom to choose which plan is best suited for their needs to stay connected, stay safe. Also, SafeLink is currently the only plan that gives eligible applicants the freedom to use their minutes for either texting or to make a phone call.

Recognizing that Americans are still struggling through the worst economic recession in decades, SafeLink is renewing and further strengthening its commitment to low-income families by affording them the ability to stay connected with current or potential employers, children at home alone while their parents are at work, health care specialists, vital emergency responders, or relatives in time of personal emergencies, such as roadside vehicle breakdowns.

In addition to the free wireless cell phone customers receive at TracFone's expense, beginning August 16th, participants of the SafeLink Wireless program will have the choice of the following plans:

  --  New 250 free monthly non-carryover minutes, one text per each minute
      and a free cellular handset.
  --  New 125 free monthly carryover minutes, one text per each minute and a
      free cellular handset.
  --  Original 68 free monthly carryover minutes, 3 texts per each minute,
      International Long Distance to over 100 destinations and a free
      cellular handset.

In addition to the free monthly airtime minutes for one year, SafeLink offers superior coverage area throughout the United States; quality LG, Motorola, and Samsung cell phones; 411 at no additional cost; unlimited access to 911; and in-demand features: voicemail, call waiting, and caller ID.

Mary, a 63-year-old Arlington resident, is a diabetic and has high-blood pressure. Her TracFone SafeLink phone has allowed her to feel safe for the past two years, especially when her power is cut-off due to electricity shortages.

"When there is a power failure, I use my phone to call the electric company to come fix it," said Mary. On one particular night when her electricity was out, her SafeLink phone was crucial in saving a visiting friend's life.

"My friend of 20 years was visiting me and all of a sudden he started to complain his chest was hurting," said Mary. "My cell phone allowed me to call 911, despite the lack of electricity, which is something I would never have been able to do if I didn't have my SafeLink phone."

"With extra minutes I will not have to worry about whether or not I have enough minutes to use in case of another emergency."

In August 2008, TracFone was the first to modernize Lifeline for the way people communicate today with the creation of SafeLink. SafeLink is offered in 24 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico, with more than 683,000 households eligible for the service in Virginia.

The prepaid feature gives customers the freedom to control the cost of their monthly telephone expense without any surprises. SafeLink customers wishing to use additional minutes beyond their free allotment can add minutes by purchasing TracFone airtime cards at local retailers. As an exclusive benefit for SafeLink customers, SafeLink phones will automatically add bonus minutes to TracFone's 60, 90 and 120-minute airtime cards. However, there is no requirement to purchase additional minutes and no pressure applied to applicants to do so at any time.

Program Eligibility

To qualify for Lifeline in the state of Virginia, a household must participate in one of the following:

  --  Federal Public Housing Assistance / Section 8
  --  Food Stamps
  --  Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
  --  Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
  --  National School Lunch (free program only)
  --  Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
  --  Medicaid

  http://www.safelink.com/

Source: TracFone Wireless, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Jake Negovan, +1-210-930-3339, jake@interlexusa.com, for
TracFone Wireless, Inc.

Web Site:  http://www.safelink.com/

SafeLink Wireless® Raises Lifeline Offering - Up to 250 Minutes of Free Talk Time For Tennessee's Eligible Low-Income Families

More Choices for Low-Income Families: Government-Supported Program Offering Free Monthly Talk Time and Free Wireless Cell Phone Now Has Multiple Plan Options

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 16 -- America's number one prepaid cell phone provider, TracFone Wireless, Inc., announced that its federal Lifeline offering, SafeLink, will now offer participants of the program in Tennessee the choice of three monthly plans, including up to 250 minutes of free monthly talk time - nearly an hour more per month than is offered by any other competitor.

The new choices made possible by TracFone give low-income families up to 250 minutes of free monthly talk time and additional, flexible plan options give families the freedom to choose which plan is best suited for their needs to stay connected, stay safe.  Also, SafeLink is currently the only plan that gives eligible applicants the freedom to use their minutes for either texting or to make a phone call.

Recognizing that Americans are still struggling through the worst economic recession in decades, SafeLink is renewing and further strengthening its commitment to low-income families by affording them the ability to stay connected with current or potential employers, children at home alone while their parents are at work, health care specialists, vital emergency responders, or relatives in time of personal emergencies, such as roadside vehicle breakdowns.

In addition to the free wireless cell phone customers receive at TracFone's expense, beginning August 16th, participants of the SafeLink Wireless program will have the choice of the following plans:

  --  New 250 free monthly non-carryover minutes, one text per each minute
      and a free cellular handset.
  --  New 125 free monthly carryover minutes, one text per each minute and a
      free cellular handset.
  --  Original 68 free monthly carryover minutes, 3 texts per each minute,
      International Long Distance to over 100 destinations and a free
      cellular handset.

In addition to the free monthly airtime minutes for one year, SafeLink offers superior coverage area throughout the United States; quality LG, Motorola, and Samsung cell phones; 411 at no additional cost; unlimited access to 911; and in-demand features: voicemail, call waiting, and caller ID.

Brenda Wright of Nashville, 53, suffers from many illnesses, including diabetes, asthma, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), to name a few.

"I mostly save my minutes for when I see my doctors," said Wright. Visits to the doctor are common for her, at times having to visit one of her many doctors' offices every weekday.

"With the increase in minutes, I will be able to stay in contact with my doctors and let my family know I am okay without having to worry about running out."

In August 2008, TracFone was the first to modernize Lifeline for the way people communicate today with the creation of SafeLink. SafeLink is offered in 24 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico, with more than 766,900 households eligible for the service in Tennessee.

The prepaid feature gives customers the freedom to control the cost of their monthly telephone expense without any surprises.  SafeLink customers wishing to use additional minutes beyond their free allotment can add minutes by purchasing TracFone airtime cards at local retailers.  As an exclusive benefit for SafeLink customers, SafeLink phones will automatically add bonus minutes to TracFone's 60, 90 and 120-minute airtime cards.  However, there is no requirement to purchase additional minutes and no pressure applied to applicants to do so at any time.

Program Eligibility

To qualify for Lifeline in the state of Tennessee, a household must participate in one of the following:

  --  Federal Public Housing Assistance / Section 8
  --  Food Stamps
  --  Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
  --  Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
  --  National School Lunch (free program only)
  --  Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
  --  TennCare aka Medicaid
  --  Household income is at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines
      (FPG)

  http://www.safelink.com/

Source: TracFone Wireless, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Jake Negovan, +1-210-930-3339, jake@interlexusa.com, for
TracFone Wireless, Inc.

Web Site:  http://www.safelink.com/

SafeLink Wireless® Raises Lifeline Offering - Up to 250 Minutes of Free Talk Time for Connecticut's Eligible Low-Income Families

More Choices for Low-Income Families: Government-Supported Program Offering Free Monthly Talk Time and Free Wireless Cell Phone Now Has Multiple Plan Options

HARTFORD, Conn., Aug. 16 -- America's number one prepaid cell phone provider, TracFone Wireless, Inc., announced that its federal Lifeline offering, SafeLink, will now offer participants of the program in Connecticut the choice of three monthly plans, including up to 250 minutes of free monthly talk time -- nearly an hour more per month than is offered by any other competitor.

The new choices made possible by TracFone give low-income families up to 250 minutes of free monthly talk time and additional, flexible plan options give families the freedom to choose which plan is best suited for their needs to stay connected, stay safe.  Also, SafeLink is currently the only plan that gives eligible applicants the freedom to use their minutes for either texting or to make a phone call.

Recognizing that Americans are still struggling through the worst economic recession in decades, SafeLink is renewing and further strengthening its commitment to low-income families by affording them the ability to stay connected with current or potential employers, children at home alone while their parents are at work, health care specialists, vital emergency responders, or relatives in time of personal emergencies, such as roadside vehicle breakdowns.

In addition to the free wireless cell phone customers receive at TracFone's expense, beginning August 16th, participants of the SafeLink Wireless program will have the choice of the following plans:

  --  New 250 free monthly non-carryover minutes, one text per each minute
      and a free cellular handset.
  --  New 125 free monthly carryover minutes, one text per each minute and a
      free cellular handset.
  --  68 free monthly carryover minutes, 3 texts per each minute,
      International Long Distance to over 100 destinations and a free
      cellular handset.

Connecticut customers previously enjoyed a flat allotment of 64 free minutes per month.  The new plans ensure that SafeLink customers in the Constitution State will see an increase no matter which option they choose.

In addition to the free monthly airtime minutes for one year, SafeLink offers superior coverage area throughout the United States; quality LG, Motorola, and Samsung cell phones; 411 at no additional cost; unlimited access to 911; and in-demand features: voicemail, call waiting, and caller ID.

Robert Lagan of Hartford, 78, uses his TracFone SafeLink phone in case of an emergency. As a person suffering from glaucoma, it is important for him to be able to have access to cell phone service if his illness decides to strike. Recently one of Lagan's friends needed to be consoled after a loved one passed on.

"The cell phone allowed me to be by their side instantly and offer them my support," said Lagan.

"I think the addition of extra minutes is terrific," he said. "This would mean that if anyone needs to reach me, especially when an emergency occurs, I will only be a dial tone away."

In August 2008, TracFone was the first to modernize Lifeline for the way people communicate today with the creation of SafeLink. SafeLink is offered in 24 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico, with more than 259,700 households eligible for the service in Connecticut.

The prepaid feature gives customers the freedom to control the cost of their monthly telephone expense without any surprises.  SafeLink customers wishing to use additional minutes beyond their free allotment can add minutes by purchasing TracFone airtime cards at local retailers.  As an exclusive benefit for SafeLink customers, SafeLink phones will automatically add bonus minutes to TracFone's 60, 90 and 120-minute airtime cards.  However, there is no requirement to purchase additional minutes and no pressure applied to applicants to do so at any time.

Program Eligibility

To qualify for Lifeline in the state of Connecticut, a household must participate in one of the following:

  * Care for Kids
  * Connecticut Energy Assistance Program
  * CONNPACE
  * Contingency Heating Assistance Program
  * Federal Public Housing Assistance/ Section 8
  * Food Stamps
  * Medicaid/ Title 19 (including Husky and Healthy Start)
  * Personal Care Assistance
  * Refugee Program
  * Rental Assistance
  * State Administered General Assistance
  * State Supplement to the Aged, Blind or Disabled
  * Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
  * Temporary Family Assistance

  http://www.safelink.com/

Source: TracFone Wireless, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Jake Negovan, +1-210-930-3339, jake@interlexusa.com

Web Site:  http://www.safelink.com/

SafeLink Wireless® Raises Lifeline Offering - Up to 250 Minutes of Free Talk Time for Alabama's Eligible Low-Income Families

More Choices for Low-Income Families: Government-Supported Program Offering Free Monthly Talk Time and Free Wireless Cell Phone Now Has Multiple Plan Options

MONTGOMERY, Ala., Aug. 16 -- America's number one prepaid cell phone provider, TracFone Wireless, Inc., announced that its federal Lifeline offering, SafeLink, will now offer participants of the program in Alabama the choice of three monthly plans, including up to 250 minutes of free monthly talk time - nearly an hour more per month than is offered by any other competitor.

The new choices made possible by TracFone give low-income families up to 250 minutes of free monthly talk time and additional, flexible plan options give families the freedom to choose which plan is best suited for their needs to stay connected, stay safe.  Also, SafeLink is currently the only plan that gives eligible applicants the freedom to use their minutes for either texting or to make a phone call.

Recognizing that Americans are still struggling through the worst economic recession in decades, SafeLink is renewing and further strengthening its commitment to low-income families by affording them the ability to stay connected with current or potential employers, children at home alone while their parents are at work, health care specialists, vital emergency responders, or relatives in time of personal emergencies, such as roadside vehicle breakdowns.

In addition to the free wireless cell phone customers receive at TracFone's expense, beginning August 16th, participants of the SafeLink Wireless program will have the choice of the following plans:

  --  New 250 free monthly non-carryover minutes, one text per each minute
      and a free cellular handset.
  --  New 125 free monthly carryover minutes, one text per each minute and a
      free cellular handset.
  --  68 free monthly carryover minutes, 3 texts per each minute,
      International Long Distance to over 100 destinations and a free
      cellular handset.

Alabama customers previously enjoyed a flat allotment of 120 free minutes per month.  The new plans will allow SafeLink customers in the Yellowhammer State more options to appropriately address their needs.

In addition to the free monthly airtime minutes for one year, SafeLink offers superior coverage area throughout the United States; quality LG, Motorola, and Samsung cell phones; 411 at no additional cost; unlimited access to 911; and in-demand features: voicemail, call waiting, and caller ID.

Hazel Askew of Birmingham, 63, considers her SafeLink phone a blessing that has helped her through many tough times. After adopting her nephew from state care, her husband left her without transportation and the strenuous task of raising a child alone. A glimpse of hope shone through when a close friend told her about SafeLink Wireless. She applied and has been using the service for a year.

"My phone helps me stay connected. It allows me to call for rides when I need them, like when I take my nephew to school and to the library, or even when I need to go get groceries or go to my doctor's appointments," said Askew. Most recently, her phone allowed her to call for help in what could have developed into a tragic situation.

"My daughter called me at home hysterical one night telling me that her boyfriend and she got into an argument. I was able to call the police and give them details en route to my daughter's home, which I never would have been able to do if I didn't have it."

"I'm immensely grateful for the extra minutes and I cherish every minute I've received.  The phone has really helped me during life's emergencies," Askew states.

In August 2008, TracFone was the first to modernize Lifeline for the way people communicate today with the creation of SafeLink. SafeLink is offered in 24 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico, with more than 647,400 households eligible for the service in Alabama.

The prepaid feature gives customers the freedom to control the cost of their monthly telephone expense without any surprises. SafeLink customers wishing to use additional minutes beyond their free allotment can add minutes by purchasing TracFone airtime cards at local retailers. As an exclusive benefit for SafeLink customers, SafeLink phones will automatically add bonus minutes to TracFone's 60, 90 and 120-minute airtime cards.  However, there is no requirement to purchase additional minutes and no pressure applied to applicants to do so at any time.

Program Eligibility

To qualify for Lifeline in the state of Alabama, a household must participate in one of the following:

  --  Medicaid
  --  Food Stamps
  --  Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF)
  --  Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
  --  National School Lunch (free program only)
  --  Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP)
  --  Federal Public Housing Assistance/Section 8
  --  Total Household Income is at or under 135% of the Federal Poverty
      Guidelines

  http://www.safelink.com/

Source: TracFone Wireless, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Jake Negovan, +1-210-930-3339, jake@interlexusa.com

Web Site:  http://www.safelink.com/

SafeLink Wireless® Raises Lifeline Offering - Up to 250 Minutes of Free Talk Time for Illinois's Eligible Low-Income Families

More Choices for Low-Income Families: Government-Supported Program Offering Free Monthly Talk Time and Free Wireless Cell Phone Now Has Multiple Plan Options

SPRINGFIELD, Ill., Aug. 16 -- America's number one prepaid cell phone provider, TracFone Wireless, Inc., announced that its federal Lifeline offering, SafeLink, will now offer participants of the program in Illinois the choice of three monthly plans, including up to 250 minutes of free monthly talk time - nearly an hour more per month than is offered by any other competitor.

The new choices made possible by TracFone give low-income families up to 250 minutes of free monthly talk time and additional, flexible plan options give families the freedom to choose which plan is best suited for their needs to stay connected, stay safe. Also, SafeLink is currently the only plan that gives eligible applicants the freedom to use their minutes for either texting or to make a phone call.

Recognizing that Americans are still struggling through the worst economic recession in decades, SafeLink is renewing and further strengthening its commitment to low-income families by affording them the ability to stay connected with current or potential employers, children at home alone while their parents are at work, health care specialists, vital emergency responders, or relatives in time of personal emergencies, such as roadside vehicle breakdowns.

In addition to the free wireless cell phone customers receive at TracFone's expense, beginning August 16th, participants of the SafeLink Wireless program will have the choice of the following plans:

  --  New 250 free monthly non-carryover minutes, one text per each minute
      and a free cellular handset.
  --  New 125 free monthly carryover minutes, one text per each minute and a
      free cellular handset.
  --  68 free monthly carryover minutes, 3 texts per each minute,
      International Long Distance to over 100 destinations and a free
      cellular handset.

Illinois customers previously enjoyed a flat allotment of 200 free minutes per month. The new plans will allow SafeLink customers in the Prairie State more options to appropriately address their needs.

In addition to the free monthly airtime minutes for one year, SafeLink offers superior coverage area throughout the United States; quality LG, Motorola, and Samsung cell phones; 411 at no additional cost; unlimited access to 911; and in-demand features: voicemail, call waiting, and caller ID.

Paulette Hampton of Chicago, 57, was informed about SafeLink Wireless by her daughter. She's been a customer for five months and has benefited from the service since the first day. Since she suffers from asthma, Paulette relies on her Safelink phone every day.

"Having the phone has been such a blessing, for my asthma attacks or other dangerous situations. I woke up one morning to a man in a hoodie banging at my door. I was alone and I feared he was going to break in," said Hampton. "With my phone, I was able to call my son right away and had him come stay with me. Had I not called who knows what could have happened."

"I live alone and my children live outside of the city. There's been so many times I've needed to call them for help, and having extra minutes makes me feel much safer."

In August 2008, TracFone was the first to modernize Lifeline for the way people communicate today with the creation of SafeLink. SafeLink is offered in 24 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico, with more than a million households eligible for the service in Illinois.

The prepaid feature gives customers the freedom to control the cost of their monthly telephone expense without any surprises. SafeLink customers wishing to use additional minutes beyond their free allotment can add minutes by purchasing TracFone airtime cards at local retailers. As an exclusive benefit for SafeLink customers, SafeLink phones will automatically add bonus minutes to TracFone's 60, 90 and 120-minute airtime cards.  However, there is no requirement to purchase additional minutes and no pressure applied to applicants to do so at any time.

Program Eligibility

To qualify for Lifeline in the state of Illinois, a household must participate in one of the following:

  --  Federal Public Housing Assistance / Section 8
  --  Food Stamps
  --  Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
  --  Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
  --  National School Lunch (free program only)
  --  Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
  --  Medicaid

  http://www.safelink.com/

Source: TracFone Wireless, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Jake Negovan, +1-210-930-3339, jake@interlexusa.com, for
TracFone Wireless, Inc.

Web Site:  http://www.safelink.com/

The Electronics Industry's EE Times Group and NXP Announce the Winners of the LPC1100 Cortex-M0 Design Challenge

Innovative, social-networking community for engineers worldwide attracted more than 1,600 community members and 450 unique designs; Prizes total more than $10,000

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 16 -- EE Times Group, a UBM company and the daily source of essential business and technical information for the electronics industry's decision makers, today announced the winning design of the NXP LPC1100 Cortex-M0 Design Challenge (http://www.LPC1100challenge.com), a six month contest and community, sponsored by NXP Semiconductors and Digi-Key Corporation. Community members rated and voted from an original pool of more than 450 designs, submitted in this international competition. The objective of the three-phase Design Challenge was to foster a social community where electronics engineering contestants build, test, and display their designs, based on the NXP's LPC1100 and the LPCXpresso development tool platform. The challenge is organized in three phases - Conceptual Design, Hardware Design and Final Prototype.  To review all the designs, visit http://www.LPC1100challenge.com.

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The Grand Prize Winner, Low-Weight Low-Power Variometer (Thermal Indicator) and Flight Logger (For RC Gliders) Using Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) Walkie-Talkie by (termohlen), used the LPCXpresso to poll variometers for altitude, altitude change (indicating thermal), and temperature. In addition, it polls battery voltage; generates speech (from .wav data in micro-SD) and controls mic-key of (Cobra Micro Talk) walkie-talkie (removed from case); and stores all flight data on micro-SD card. The included application also allows plotting of all flight data (in MS Excel). This system could be used in Thermal Duration (TD), F3B, F3J, cross country, or any powered aircraft. Termohlen was awarded $3,000 in Apple® Gift Cards; in addition NXP offered an all expenses paid invitation to attend ESC Boston, September 20-23, 2010.

Second Prize goes to Wikipedia Cortex by (rossum), an expert with 23 years writing software for consumer media. The Wikipedia player offers smooth scrolling, clear text and all of human knowledge in the palm of your hand. This device can also play photos, music and games as well as other applications with alternate firmware. Rossum was awarded $1,500 in Apple® Gift Cards.

Honorable Mention goes to Energy Friendly Socket by (mary), a student of Wuhan University of Technology in China. Her project developed an Energy Friendly Socket (EFS) using the LPC1100 microcontroller. Its function was to calculate the power consumption of the electrical appliances which are plugged in it and send out the calculated value via ZIGBEE module. After downloading, different types of bar charts can be drawn to present the data graphically.  Users can also set strategy for electricity usage to take advantage of off-peak rates. The goal of the socket is not only to help reduce electricity bills, but also to reduce the release of carbon dioxide and toxic gases which are emitted by the electrical appliances and to promote energy-saving in the electric power system. The socket will eventually establish a scientific pattern of electricity consumption.

The other Honorable Mention went to Noisy Display by Jeroen Hilgers, who used The LPC1114 to control a row of RGB LEDs fixed to the end of a rattle. The LEDs blink in patterns while the rattle is rotated and are drawn in the air. Four user images are stored in the flash of the LPC1114 and Images can be edited on the LPC1114 using the built-in editor. The built-in editor uses a PS/2 mouse as input device and a television set as display device. (Due to the noise, the device is suitable for use during the world cup soccer.)  Both Mary and Jeroen were awarded $1,000 Apple® Gift Cards.

"We are very pleased with the many creative designs that we've seen in this competition," said Geoff Lees, VP & GM NXP Semiconductors. "The participants proved that with prices starting at just 65 cents, our Cortex-M0 family delivers true 32-bit performance, at power levels and prices usually attributed to much lower-performance devices."

A set of expert judges as well Community Member peers rated and voted for one overall winner for each Phase. In addition, during each phase, Community Members were selected for prizes based on their community participation and user feedback on the best LPCXpresso enhancement suggestions.

More than 450 contestants submitted a valid title, abstract, and block diagram, received a free LPCXpresso development tool.

"The NXP LPC1100 design contestants show us that there really are no barriers to creativity," said Brian Fuller, EE Times Products Strategist. "Engineers from across the world created designs that are clever, cool, and promising--all using a device that costs less than a cup of coffee."

To view all the entries, including the winning designs, visit http://www.LPC1100challenge.com.

About EE Times Group (http://www.eetimesgroup.com/)

EE Times Group is the global leader in media and marketing solutions for the electronics industry.   EE Times Group delivers results for the key influencers and decision makers involved in the design, development and commercialization of technology through its market leading brands, peer communities and professional education services.  More than 1.1 million engineering professionals engage with EE Times Group brands which include EE Times, TechOnline, DesignLines and Embedded.com across the globe to accelerate technology sales. The international electronics community gathers at EE Times Group's market leading events such as the Embedded Systems Conferences, DesignCon and ARM Technology Conference to share, learn, discuss, and advance the critical issues and challenges facing the electronics industry. Additionally, EE Times Group provides end-to-end services ranging from next-generation marketing, integrated media, custom solutions and research.  EE Times Group is part of UBM (UBM.L) a global provider of media and information services for professional B2B communities and markets.

About NXP Semiconductors

NXP Semiconductors provides High Performance Mixed Signal and Standard Product solutions that leverage its leading RF, Analog, Power, Digital Processing and manufacturing expertise. These innovations are used in a wide range of automotive, industrial, consumer, lighting, medical, computing and identification applications. Headquartered in Europe, the company has about 29,000 employees working in more than 30 countries and posted sales of USD 5.4 billion in 2008. News from NXP is located at http://www.nxp.com.

About Digi-Key Corporation

One of the world's fastest growing distributors of electronic components, Digi-Key has earned its reputation as an industry leader through its total commitment to service and performance. As a full-service provider of both prototype/design and production quantities of electronic components, Digi-Key has been ranked #1 for Overall Performance for 16 consecutive years from among the nation's more than 200 distributors (EE Times Distribution Study/ May 2007). Offering more than a million products from over 400 quality name-brand manufacturers Digi-Key's commitment to inventory is unparalleled. Access to the company's broad product offering is available 24/7 at Digi-Key's top-rated website, http://www.digikey.com.

  For more information on EE Times Group please contact:
  Felicia Hamerman, Group Marketing Director
  T: 516.562.5652, E: felicia.hamerman@ubm.com

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Source: EE Times Group
   

CONTACT:  CONTACT:  Felicia Hamerman, Group Marketing Director of EE
Times Group, +1-516-562-5652, felicia.hamerman@ubm.com

Web Site:  http://www.nxp.com/
http://www.digikey.com/

Company News On-Call:  http://www.prnewswire.com/comp/181993.html

More Epic Battles Between History's Greatest Warriors!

Spike TV Renews The Multi-Platform Hit Series "Deadliest Warrior" For A Third Season Navy SEAL Richard "Mack" Machowicz Joins The Cast

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 16 -- History's most lethal combatants will continue the fight for ultimate supremacy as Spike TV renews "Deadliest Warrior," the network's first original franchise hit, for a third season, it was announced today by Sharon Levy, executive vice president, original programming, Spike TV. The series has averaged 1.6 million viewers over it first two seasons, the most recent airing from April-July. The season 2 finale on July 27 was the #2 ranked show on cable in its timeslot. The third season of "Deadliest Warrior" will premiere 10 episodes in Summer 2011.

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Mack, a Navy SEAL and former host and producer of "Future Weapons" and "Weapons That Changed The World," joins the cast for the new season. Mack brings a warrior's perspective to this series, as well as a weapons and battle tactician's expertise. Mack will provide viewers a richer understanding of the men behind the weapons and provide insight into the specific military strategies of all the featured warriors. His expertise with soldier craft and military hardware comes from his experience as a 10-year veteran of the U.S. Navy SEALs. During his service tenure, he participated in numerous tactical operations with SEAL Team ONE and TWO. While at SEAL Team TWO, he was attached to the training cadre as the Leading Petty Officer of Land, Mountain and Arctic Warfare. He also has over 30 years experience in the martial arts, studying such systems as muay thai boxing, Jeet Kune Do, kickboxing, aikido, jujitsu, savate, arnis and karate.

Mack joins series regulars Geoff Desmoulin and Dr. Armand Dorian for season 3. Desmoulin, a biomedical engineer and karate black belt, is in charge of creating and executing all of the various and often intricate tests that are performed and subsequently entered into the show's computer system. Dorian analyzes the lethal potential of each attack on the human body and discusses the type of medical treatments which were available at the time to treat such wounds.

"Deadliest Warrior" is produced by 44 Blue Productions, Inc. with Rasha Drachkovitch and Tim Warren serving as executive producers.

The new season will delve deeper into the history of the legendary warriors to create an even more comprehensive composite of these formidable combatants. Season 3 will also expand its scientific exploration of the warriors' weaponry, illustrating its innovation and technology.

"We are confident the innovations to Spike's franchise hit, 'Deadliest Warrior,' will be a big hit with show's ever-growing fan base," said Levy. "The addition of more scientific explanation behind the weapons and the historical context of the warriors will enhance the viewers' experience."

"Deadliest Warrior: The Game" for Xbox LIVE Arcade has been a top-selling title on Xbox LIVE Marketplace, selling over 190,000 units within the first month of its July 14 release.

Also returning for a new season in conjunction with the new episodes will be Spike.com's, original round table discussion series, "Deadliest Warrior - The Aftermath." For Season 2, it continued to be hugely successful, maintaining the online interest between episodes and generating a total of 2.7 million video views. "Deadliest Warrior" also performed well on Xbox LIVE Marketplace, ranking as one of the highest selling TV series on the platform. In fact, since launching in April 2009, over 380,000 "Deadliest Warrior" episodes have been downloaded across various download-to-own platforms (iTunes, Xbox, PSN, etc).

"Deadliest Warrior" show pages on Spike.com attracted a season average of over 227,000 weekly unique visitors. Show-related videos generated over 16.6 million video views during the course of the season.

Along with the use of 21st century science and the latest in CGI technology, the series enlists warrior-specific, world-class fighters and experts to provide insight into what makes these combatants tick, analyzing every facet of their unique skills of destruction, culminating in a head-to-head final fight between two legends of the battlefield that will produce the deadliest warrior. The recent second season featured such iconic warriors such as SWAT, Attila the Hun, Alexander the Great, Aztec Jaguar, Jesse James Gang, Al Capone Gang, Roman Centurion, India's Rajput Warrior, Somali Pirate, KGB and CIA.

About Spike TV

Spike TV is available in 98.6 million homes and is a division of MTV Networks. A unit of Viacom (NYSE:VIA)(NYSE:VIA.B), MTV Networks is one of the world's leading creators of programming and content across all media platforms. Spike TV's Internet address is http://www.spike.com and for up-to-the-minute and archival press information and photographs, visit Spike TV's press site at http://www.spike.com/press.

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Source: Spike TV
   

CONTACT:  David Schwarz, +1-212-767-8639 david.schwarz@mtvstaff.com, or
Melissa Leung Sugiura, +1-310-407-4729 melissa.sugiura@mtvstaff.com

Web Site:  http://www.spike.com/

GUN LOCO(TM) Takes Aim at Xbox 360

Players Enter the Far Edge of the Solar System Where Only the Craziest Criminals Are Sent, With No Guards, No Security and No Rules

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 16 -- Square Enix, Inc., the publisher of SQUARE ENIX® interactive entertainment products in North America, announced today GUN LOCO(TM), an exciting, all-new approach to the third-person shooter genre. Currently in development exclusively for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, GUN LOCO offers single and multiplayer gameplay in a sprint-action shooter format.

At the farthest reaches of the solar system, a collection of the craziest criminals in the universe are incarcerated on a remote prison planet with no walls and forgotten by society. In this long-abandoned world, the only rule is anarchy, as each faction fights in a bloodthirsty race for survival, power and freedom. Through several seven climate zones and numerous stylized maps, players must fight through the ruins of the world's previous civilizations, taking on each region's inmates in a frantic and frenetic struggle to survive.

Featuring third-person, sprint-action shooter gameplay, players can assume the roles of unique and memorable characters in a game that redefines the run-and-gun shooter. While pursuing enemies and being chased by their opponents, players must make use of the sprint-action play by running, jumping, ducking and vaulting, using the environments to their advantage. With a powerful arsenal of weapons at their disposal, each character comes complete with their own kill move, coupled with a mocking take-down taunt to ridicule their victims. The frenzied and furious comic style gameplay comes into its own with full 12-player online multiplayer matches across the planet, with a range of game modes and multiplayer arenas.

GUN LOCO's characters feature a unique visual style with each created from the original design concepts of respected designer and toy maker Kenny Wong. Founder of kennyswork, Co-founder of Hong Kong-based Brothersfree and co-creator of the cult Brothersworker series of collectible action figures, Kenny's incredible design style and unique characterization are a perfect fit for the bizarre world of GUN LOCO. Painstakingly crafted by hand, each comic caricature has been designed from scratch as a real, posable action figure in the Brothersworker vein before being digitally scanned into the game. GUN LOCO brings these memorable misfits and surreal sociopaths to life through animation, audio and unforgettable action gameplay.

GUN LOCO will be available in 2011 on Xbox 360. You can find out more at http://www.gunloco.com/.

About Square Enix, Inc.

Square Enix, Inc. is a U.S. based wholly-owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd., a holding company leading Square Enix Group. Square Enix, Inc. publishes and distributes entertainment content under the Square Enix Group's internationally renowned brands such as Square Enix, Eidos and Taito in the Americas. The Square Enix Group includes a global network of leading development studios located in North America, Europe and Japan. The Group 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 other well-established products and services.

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

DRAGON QUEST, FINAL FANTASY, SQUARE ENIX and the SQUARE ENIX logo are registered trademarks of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. in the United States and/or other countries.  GUN LOCO is a trademark of Square Enix Co., Ltd.  Eidos and Tomb Raider are registered trademarks of Square Enix, Ltd.  Taito is a registered trademark of Taito Corp. Microsoft and Xbox 360 are registered trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies.

Source: Square Enix, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Sonia Im or Stanley Phan, both of Square Enix, Inc.,
+1-310-846-0400, na.pr@square-enix.com; or Jennifer Poulson, +1-310-248-6113,
jennifer.poulson@ogilvypr.com, or Monica Bouldin, +1-310-248-6114,
monica.bouldin@ogilvypr.com, both of Ogilvy Public Relations for Square Enix,
Inc.

Web Site:  http://www.square-enix.com/

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    Find out more information about 888poker's Aussie Millions qualifiers,
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    With over 5 million registered users, 888poker continues to offer
the best consumer experience.

   
    Web: http://www.888poker.com
    Social: http://my.888poker.com
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    About 888

    - 888 is one of the world's most popular online gaming
      entertainment and solutions providers

    - Founded in 1997, 888 has been at the forefront of the online
      gaming industry for over a decade

    - 888.com offers a comprehensive gaming experience - including
      casino, poker, bingo and sports betting - through a number of

      leading brands in regulated markets around the world

    - 888.com can be used in 22 different languages in 176 countries
      worldwide

    - 888 is committed to an industry leading corporate and social
      responsibility programme, and provides a safe, fun, fair, regulated
      and secure gaming environment

    - 888's B2B division, Dragonfish, is a leading provider of Total
      Gaming and Payment Services to the online entertainment industry

    - 888 is licensed and regulated by the Government of Gibraltar,
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    MEDIA CONTACT:

    Jennifer Huxley
    Global PR and Marketing Manager- 888poker
    +350-20049800
    media@888poker.com

Source: 888.com

MEDIA CONTACT: Jennifer Huxley, Global PR and Marketing Manager- 888poker, +350-20049800
    media@888poker.com

Developer Lounge - Bigpoint's Developer Interface Relaunches With Sophisticated New Design

HAMBURG, August 16, 2010--

    - Interface Makes Uploading Self-developed Games Even Simpler

    - Revenue Shares Significantly Increased to the Benefit of Developers

    The 135 million registered Bigpoint users from more than 120 countries
provide a perfect distribution platform for any browser game developers
wishing to professionally release their games. For that reason Bigpoint will
exclusively unveil its redesigned DevLounge (http://devlounge.bigpoint.com)
on August 16th to coincide with the GDC Europe in Cologne. DevLounge is an
interface for integrating external browser games that makes it possible to
upload self-developed games in three simple steps.

    Since its launch in May 2009, Bigpoint's DevLounge has undergone a
complete redesign. This includes markedly improved user-friendliness, an
in-house developer wiki, and a new, incredibly comprehensive analysis tool
for developers. The revenue share scheme has also been increased from 30 to
70 percent in favor of developers - just another incentive for using the
interface to upload self-developed games.

    The figures speak for themselves: Since its launch in May 2009, DevLounge
has already seen more than 50 games uploaded via the interface - including
top titles such as Runescape. By the end of the year, that figure will have
risen to around 100 games. The latest browser games released via DevLounge
include the strategy and conquest game Venetians, and the fantasy game
Tanadu.

    "The redesign of DevLounge reflects our wish to give even more talented
game developers the chance to get their games out to a huge gaming community
of more than 135 million users," says Bigpoint's CMO Lothar Eckstein.

    Further material:

    ftp://ftp-anonymous-pub.bigpoint.net/DevLounge/

    Further links:

    http://www.bigpoint.com

    http://www.bigpoint.net

    http://devlounge.bigpoint.com/

   
    Katharina Lohse
    Junior PR Manager
    Tel.: +49(0)40-881-413-153
    Fax: +49(0)40-881-413-7153
    E-mail: k.lohse@bigpoint.net

Source: Bigpoint GmbH

Katharina Lohse, Junior PR Manager, Tel.: +49(0)40-881-413-153, Fax: +49(0)40-881-413-7153,  E-mail: k.lohse@bigpoint.net

Ubicom Announces Industry's First DDR3 and USB 3.0 Network Processors for Streaming Media Routers, Multipurpose Gateways and Low Cost SOHO/SMB

SAN JOSE, Calif., Aug. 16 -- Ubicom today announced the introduction of its IP8100 family of network processors. The processors are targeted towards next generation solutions for consumer, SOHO and SMB applications for both retail and service provider deployments. Ubicom will demonstrate the processors at its suite at Computex 2010.

The IP8100 processors provide best in class performance for routing, security, and advanced services. The industry's lowest cost multiprocessing solution allows line rate routing, VPN and other networking functions for fiber and other next generation networks. An upgraded memory subsystem that includes a 1066 MHz DDR3/DDR2 interface enhances performance while helping reduce system cost as DRAM pricing and availability shifts to DDR3.

A flexible set of high performance interfaces allows the IP8100 processors to enable many applications efficiently:

  --  Two PCI Express Gen 2 interfaces for dual band, dual concurrent and
      multi-stream routers
  --  Two USB 3.0 interfaces for network shared storage to leverage super
      speed external storage and other high speed USB peripherals
  --  Two Gigabit Ethernet for ports many applications like SOHO/SMB VPN and
      multi-WAN routers
  --  Two USB 2.0 interfaces for home monitoring, energy management and
      provisioned services
  --  SLIC interface for VoIP applications, two display controllers, a
      camera interface, I2C, SPI and UART for control of peripherals, I2S
      and S/PDIF for audio output

The Ubicom platform also offers patented features such as StreamEngine(TM) automatic QoS to prioritize latency sensitive traffic like streaming video and VoIP; and WISH (Wireless Intelligent Stream Handling) to optimize wireless traffic within the home.

"As consumers look for lifestyle-enhancing functionality, OEMs and service providers want to provide value-added features and services using the infrastructure to the home and to small businesses. Ubicom's IP8100 network processors enable these innovative solutions at the right cost with unprecedented performance, flexibility and high quality software," said Gangesh Ganesan, President and CEO at Ubicom.

Availability

Samples of the IP8100 processors are now available in a 289-BGA 14x14 mm package. The Ubicom solution is offered with an OpenWRT SDK that has undergone stringent testing and qualification to ensure the highest quality.

About Ubicom, Inc.

Ubicom develops networking and multimedia processor solutions that address the unique demands of networking applications and multimedia content delivery in the digital home. The company provides optimized system-level solutions to OEMs for a wide range of products including wireless routers, access points, VoIP gateways, networked DPFs, and streaming media devices. For more information, visit http://www.ubicom.com.

Source: Ubicom, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Michelle Amaya of Ubicom, +1-408-433-3330, mamaya@ubicom.com

Web Site:  http://www.ubicom.com/