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Laplink® Ships Enhanced Versions of PCmover® with New Features and Performance Capabilities

PCmover is the #1 best-selling migration solution in the world.

BELLEVUE, Wash., Aug. 10 -- Laplink® Software, Inc. has released updated versions of its #1 best-selling PC migration software PCmover®, complete with operating system independent restore, a new customized user-interface and improved application transfer features.

With the new versions of PCmover, users can now restore old Windows® images or the contents of an actual hard drive to a new PC without overwriting anything on the new PC, including the operating system. PCmover, which complements all-available imaging software on the market, is the only software with this capability.

PCmover's newest versions include a new customized user-interface that enables users to easily select whether they are moving from one PC to another, upgrading their current PC to Windows 7 or restoring an old image (or hard drive) to a new PC. Subsequent steps are customized to the user's selection making it easier than ever to use. The newly available customized user-interface and enhanced application transfer capabilities minimize errors and contribute to overall smoother, application migration.

"This release brings more innovations to our flagship product PCmover," said Laplink Software CEO Thomas Koll. "The new PCmover Image Assistant is a technology break-through allowing for the first time to have applications, data and settings restored from an old image back up to a new Windows 7 PC without overwriting the new PC. Now users can back up their existing Windows XP PCs without the fear of losing all their data with the switch to Windows 7."

PCmover is truly the only software of its kind. Some products transfer files but not programs. Other products transfer the entire PC into a "Virtual Machine" (VM) on the new PC, a time-consuming and complicated process that still uses the old operating system, meaning the user hasn't completely moved to the new PC. And, to legally use the old operating system in the VM often requires buying an additional Windows license, forcing users to spend more money or cause them to use their licenses illegally. PCmover solves all of these problems.

"No other product can stack up to what PCmover has to offer," continued Koll. "Not only is PCmover the best, but it is the safest choice for end-users because it won't clog up your hard drive with unnecessary software nor will it force users to break their license agreements. Using PCmover will save users over $300 in time and money."

All of the classic functionality that makes PCmover unique is still included, such as complete selectivity over what programs, files and settings are transferred or restored and quickly reversing changes made to the new PC with an easy undo feature. Users also won't have to stay with the PC during the move. After the transfer begins users can walk away while PCmover does the rest. PCmover makes moving to a new PC or upgrading an existing PC hassle free.

PCmover has received rave reviews by large tech publications world-wide and is the #1 best-selling migration solution in the world. PC Magazine awarded it the coveted "PC Magazine Editor's Choice Award" and it is the #1 selling utility software in Japan.

PCmover comes in versions designed and priced for specific users and all are compatible with Windows 7 and 64-bit Operating Systems. The versions include Enterprise, Business, Professional, Home, Image Assistant(TM), Windows 7 Upgrade Assistant(TM) and Netbook Edition.  Go to http://www.laplink.com for pricing information and download options. PCmover is also available in most major software retailers.

About Laplink Software, Inc.

For nearly 30 years, Laplink has been the leader in providing software used for PC migration, remote access, file transfer, and synchronization. The privately-held company was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Bellevue, Washington.

Additional information and images can be found online at Laplink's Media Center: http://www.laplink.com/media.

Source: Laplink Software, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Andy Tolton of Laplink Software, +1-425-952-6023,
andy.tolton@laplink.com

Web Site:  http://www.laplink.com/

Palisade Systems Brings Easy Regulatory Compliance to SMBs

ComplianceSafe(TM) Offers Internet-Based Data Loss Prevention Solution

DES MOINES, Iowa, Aug. 10 -- Palisade Systems, the leader in Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises, announced the launch of ComplianceSafe, the company's first Data Loss Prevention product optimized for small businesses. ComplianceSafe runs as a service, like Facebook or Web mail, and protects small businesses against inadvertent disclosure of private or sensitive data that can occur through outbound e-mail data leaks. The ComplianceSafe product was built with the needs of small business customers in mind and provides an added layer of security that's cost effective and easy to implement - even without an IT department.

Data leaks are serious problems for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), especially in financial services, retail and healthcare. Small businesses are governed by the same federal and state regulations and business rules as large enterprises including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA), state privacy laws in California, Massachusetts, and elsewhere, as well as the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). Violating these rules can damage reputation, cost business, and result in massive fines to small businesses. ComplianceSafe and all of Palisade Systems' leading DLP products are built to prevent data loss and keep confidential information confidential.

"Smaller businesses are equally prone to the inadvertent and costly disclosure of private or sensitive data but, compared to larger companies, they are often ill-equipped to deploy and operate a complex DLP solution," said Peter Christy, principal, Internet Research Group. "Palisade's SaaS offering is designed so that customer expertise requirements are minimal, and, therefore, makes valuable DLP capabilities available to a much larger market."

ComplianceSafe controls the flow of confidential information in outbound email messages, minimizing data loss concerns for small business owners. The service monitors data leaving the premises via email and regulates information flowing outward such as: Social Security numbers, credit card numbers, Patient Health Information (PHI), financial information, proprietary business knowledge, and other data that should be kept confidential.

"There was an entire market segment locked out of data loss prevention services because of price and a complex implementation process favored enterprise organizations with IT departments," said Christian Renaud, CEO, Palisade Systems. "ComplianceSafe breaks through these barriers and delivers a SaaS solution that makes meeting regulatory requirements as easy as managing a Facebook account."

  Set-Up is as easy as 1, 2, 3
  --  Step 1: Sign up for the service at: http://www.compliancesafe.com/
  --  Step 2: Point your company's outbound e-mail at ComplianceSafe
      servers.
  --  Step 3: Use ComplianceSafe's easy wizards to define how email
      containing confidential information should be handled - blocked,
      notify user, notify mail administrator, etc.

  About Palisade Systems

Palisade Systems, Inc. is an industry leader in the Data Loss Prevention (DLP) market. Palisade's patented DLP product, PacketSure, is the industry's only all-in-one appliance that can be installed and running in less than one hour. PacketSure helps organizations proactively secure sensitive and proprietary intellectual property from leaving data networks, defines and enforces access to internal network resources, and enforces compliance with federal privacy and industry security regulations such as HIPAA and GLBA. ComplianceSafe, the company's flagship SaaS product provides easy-to-implement, cost-effective DLP solutions for small businesses.  For more information, please visit http://www.palisadesystems.com/ or contact Palisade by telephone at 1.888.824.0720. Follow Palisade on Twitter, @PalisadeDLP or @ComplianceSafe.

Palisade Systems, the Palisade Systems Logo, ComplianceSafe, and PacketSure are trademarks, registered trademarks, or service marks of Palisade Systems. All other trademarks are the property of their registered owners.

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Source: Palisade Systems, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Michelle van Kriedt of PerkettPR, +1-415-877-0230, palisade
(at) perkettpr (dot) com, for Palisade Systems

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

Gogo Inflight Internet and GroundLink Team Up to Offer the 'WiFi and Drive' Package

ITASCA, Ill., Aug. 10 -- Beginning today, the easiest and most affordable way for travelers to arrange ground transportation from the airport might be in the air, from the comfort of their seat at 30,000 feet. Aircell, the world's leading provider of inflight connectivity, has partnered with GroundLink, the world's largest marketplace for all forms of ground travel services, to enable passengers to book ground transportation while in flight through Aircell's Gogo® Inflight Internet.  Aside from excellent vehicles and prices that in some cases are less than a local taxi company, GroundLink, through its LimoRes retail brand, will give a free Gogo Inflight Internet session to any passenger that books a car from the sky.  The "WiFi and Drive" package is now available across the Gogo network of airlines.

Airline passengers can simply visit the Gogo portal during their flight, and then follow a link for ground reservations in their destination city. Passengers do not need to purchase a Gogo session to access the LimoRes.com site to take advantage of this offer.

Once a vehicle is booked, customers instantly receive a code for their free Gogo Inflight Internet session, which can be used immediately or on a future Gogo-enabled flight. The offer of a free Gogo session can also be claimed by LimoRes.com customers who arrange ground transportation from the ground.

The new partnership with GroundLink represents a great value for busy travelers, says Dave Bijur, VP, Partnerships at Aircell.  "We're excited to find a partner that not only has great cars, prices and service, but also one whose offer to busy travelers is greatly enhanced with a free Gogo session," he said. "Our 'Wifi and Drive' package is a great value. In addition to arranging ground transportation, Aircell's technology can turn Gogo into a highly targeted and destination-specific e-commerce engine for travelers."

"As a company that is committed to reinventing Ground Travel, GroundLink is thrilled to partner with Gogo.  We are in the process of rolling out Wi-Fi in all of our cars throughout the country and, with this partnership, our customers will be able to stay connected on their way to the airport, in the air with Gogo and back on the ground when they are on the way to their final destination.  Indeed, for the first time, a day of traveling will no longer mean a day of being unproductive and offline," said S. Daniel Leon, GroundLink's Vice President of Strategy, Corporate and Business Development.

Today, Gogo is available on nearly 1,000 commercial aircraft and over 3,500 daily flights in the Continental U.S.  The service will continue to roll out on additional routes and airline partners throughout 2010 and beyond. With Gogo, passengers with wireless devices can browse the Web; access online music, games and podcasts; send and receive e-mail; and connect to virtual private networks while flying. The easy-to-use service provides passengers with full Internet access on any Wi-Fi-equipped laptop or personal electronic device at speeds similar to wireless mobile broadband services on the ground.

Groundlink's technology, which powers LimoRes, provides ground transportation service anywhere in the world from a single account. The company is committed to bringing ground transportation into the digital age by enabling all of its vehicles with WiFi. Working with Gogo is the perfect way for LimoRes customers to remain connected while traveling.

About Aircell

Aircell® is the world's leading provider of airborne communications.  As winner of an exclusive FCC frequency license in 2006, Aircell has built a revolutionary mobile broadband network for commercial and business aviation.  In 2008, the Aircell Network and its inflight portal, Gogo®, revolutionized the commercial airline passenger flight experience by delivering a robust Internet experience at 35,000 feet.   In addition, the Aircell Network provides airlines with connectivity to operations and a path to enhanced cabin services such as video, audio, television and more.  A similar feature set is available to Business aircraft operators.  Aircell has facilities in Broomfield, Colorado, and Itasca, Illinois.  Aircell's vision is to give everyone the ability to stay in touch, in flight®.  For more information about Aircell, please visit http://www.aircell.com.

About Gogo

Gogo®, powered by Aircell, turns a commercial airplane into a Wi-Fi hotspot with true inflight Internet access.  Passengers with Wi-Fi enabled devices, such as laptops, smartphones and PDAs, can surf the Web, check e-mail, instant message, access a corporate VPN and more.  For more information about Gogo, please visit http://www.gogoinflight.com.  You can also follow 'gogoInflight' on Twitter (http://www.twitter.com/gogoinflight) and Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/gogoinflight).

About GroundLink

GroundLink is a travel technology company that aggregates, manages and executes limousine, taxi, shuttle, car-rental & public transportation services worldwide. Through retail websites, mobile apps, APIs and a proprietary marketplace, GroundLink provides individuals, corporations and partners with a single booking and reservation system for all forms of transportation, worldwide under one-account. With over 45,000 affiliates, millions of transactions per year, and partnerships with major airlines and online travel agencies, GroundLink is the only true marketplace to seamlessly connect supply and demand for the ground travel industry worldwide.

About LimoRes

LimoRes.net, powered by GroundLink, is a ground transportation service operating in more than 172 countries and 5,000 airports worldwide. Its online limousine reservation system provides real-time prices and one bill for more than 14 different vehicle service classes and in four different service levels. For more information, please visit http://www.limores.com.

© 2010 Aircell LLC.  Aircell, Gogo and in touch, in flight are trademarks of Aircell or its affiliates.  All rights reserved.

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  Andrea Davidoff
  212.994.7617
  aircell@rfbinder.com

Source: Aircell
   

CONTACT:  Andrea Davidoff, +1-212-994-7617, aircell@rfbinder.com

Web Site:  http://www.aircell.com/
http://www.gogoinflight.com/

Microsoft Services Helps Mission-Critical Customers Achieve Business Continuity

Enhanced Premier Mission Critical add-on helps ensure optimal health for mission-critical solutions.

REDMOND, Wash., Aug. 10 -- Microsoft Services today announced enhanced mission-critical capabilities for customers with business-critical solutions. As part of today's announcement, Microsoft Services also announced the availability of an expanded Premier Mission Critical add-on aimed at helping customers tackle the support requirements of their most demanding solutions. An add-on to Premier Support, Premier Mission Critical provides a service and support program, with services spanning from solution validation and architectural reviews to proactive services and problem resolution resources.

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An integral part of Microsoft Services' mission-critical strategy, Premier Mission Critical helps enable customers to do the following:

  --  Manage risk and optimize support through solution validation and
      architectural reviews
  --  Attain and maintain continuity by working closely with a Microsoft
      Solution Engineer who facilitates and orchestrates proactive services,
      remediation, problem resolution and knowledge transfer
  --  Utilize the fastest response times available from Microsoft to get
      their business back up and running as quickly as possible if an
      incident occurs

Premier Mission Critical is designed to ensure that companies have an optimal architecture up front and to provide expedited recovery of critical applications if an issue does arise. A designated team of engineers is assigned to validate each customer's system design and become familiar with the unique configuration and deployment environment. Onsite engineering support also will work closely with the customer's IT department.

"It goes without saying that mission-critical solutions require higher levels of attention, given their potential to stop business in its tracks if an outage or other incident occurs," said Norm Judah, chief technical officer, Microsoft Services. "Through a comprehensive set of services and support offerings, Microsoft Services is helping our customers identify and implement the right mission-critical technologies for their businesses, with the assurance that a staff of experts is on hand to support the customers' most important applications."

After the initial consultation, customers receive a dedicated line for support, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with priority access to the most knowledgeable experts. If an incident occurs, Premier Mission Critical provides customers with the fastest problem resolution services available from Microsoft Corp., including a 30-minute response time and an engagement process that begins at an advanced support level.

"Customers are looking for comprehensive support services that can minimize downtime for mission critical systems and processes," said Elaina Stergiades, senior analyst at IDC. "Support providers that include architectural reviews with ongoing maintenance for multiple product suites can offer a more complete solution for customers that need to maximize performance across their IT landscape."

Premier Mission Critical now provides support for the Microsoft .NET Framework, Microsoft BizTalk Server, Microsoft Exchange Server, Microsoft Office SharePoint Server, Microsoft Dynamics CRM, Microsoft System Center, Microsoft SQL Server and Windows Server. Support is currently available worldwide in English.

Pricing for Premier Mission Critical will be dependent on the level of engagement with Microsoft and the specific requirements of each customer. Customers wanting more information should contact their Microsoft account representatives.

In addition to Premier Mission Critical, Microsoft Services also works with customers' mission-critical applications through its Enterprise Strategy program and Microsoft Consulting Services (MCS). The Enterprise Strategy program provides customers with enterprise architects who have strong business and technical backgrounds to assist in ensuring that IT strategies map to business objectives and solving tough business problems with technology solutions. MCS provides a portfolio of proven tools, processes and best practices to help customers adopt and deploy the latest technologies efficiently and help reduce cost and minimize risk for customers looking to deploy a mission-critical application on the Microsoft platform.

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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Response Team, +1-503-443-7070, rrt@waggeneredstrom.com, both of Waggener
Edstrom Worldwide for Microsoft

Web Site:  http://www.microsoft.com/

Own Web Now to Unveil Powerful new PSA Tool at CompTIA

Free Professional Services Automation Tools for Solution Providers

ORLANDO, Fla., Aug. 10 -- Own Web Now, the makers of the leading web and mail security software ExchangeDefender, announced today the release of Shockey Monkey, a free PSA (professional services automation) tool that solution providers can leverage to help build their businesses in around an hour using the Shockey Monkey simple web 2.0 interface.

As hardware margins continue to shrink and hosted or cloud-based solutions become more prevalent, PSA software creates business opportunities for solution providers to offer new services in new ways.  Shockey Monkey combines a client-facing web 2.0 Support Portal with Support Board and Ticket Management, Client Relationship Management, Project Management, Scheduling and Tasking, Agreements, and more in a clean and simple to use web-based interface to help make IT Business Management fun and easy.

Shockey Monkey is an entirely different, customer-centric approach which will help solution providers successfully navigate the transition from hardware reseller to cloud-based solution provider by assisting with five important objectives: Be viewed as an established professional services organization, help clients meet all of their business needs to get better and faster results, keep control over cash flow, and make the most of every billable day.

While there are many tens of thousands of businesses providing technology services, only about 8,000 of them are currently leveraging a PSA tool.  The current PSA offerings on the market neglect a critical component of operating as a solution provider or managed services provider:  the end-user experience. Shockey Monkey offers our solution provider partners a client-facing web portal through which their end-user clients can access and manage support requests, invoices, and their own cloud-services subscriptions.  A new user can set up and configure the entire Shockey Monkey portal experience and be fully operational in less than 60 minutes.

"Yes, it's really free.  We believe that offering solution providers a professional services automation tool that is truly free will streamline operations, automate processes and help create more success for more solution providers," says Vlad Mazek, CEO of Own Web Now.

The free version isn't the only option, however.  According to Kate Hunt, Vice President of Shockey Monkey, "Shockey Monkey Pro is the solution that grows with you.  While advertising on the platform will make it available for free for years to come, the growing successes of some of our partners will create the need for additional functionality.  In order to accommodate and support these fast growth partners, Shockey Monkey Pro offers additional features for a low monthly fee.  It is our goal for Shockey Monkey Pro to meet all the needs of our solution provider partners, so 100% of revenue goes to ongoing development of the platform."

To learn more about how Shockey Monkey is helping the IT channel grow, visit http://www.shockeymonkey.com.

About Own Web Now

Own Web Now Corp is the world leader in hosting & cloud solutions for small and medium sized businesses. ExchangeDefender, its flagship product, delivers email security, business continuity, web filtering and file sharing to over a million subscribers in 143 countries from 44 data centers. Over 13 years of expertise in delivering cloud offerings such as hosted Exchange & SharePoint, dedicated and virtual servers, colocation and data center products have helped Own Web Now Corp pass a SAS70 Type II audit and create a massive reseller channel that is growing with the rising popularity of cloud services.

  For additional information, contact Kate Hunt at kate@shockeymonkey.com.

  Contact:  Kate Hunt
  Shockey Monkey
  407-999-9999
  kate@shockeymonkey.com

Source: Own Web Now
   

CONTACT:  Kate Hunt of Shockey Monkey, +1-407-999-9999,
kate@shockeymonkey.com

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

Blockbuster Adds Games to BLOCKBUSTER® By Mail Service

DALLAS, Aug. 10 -- Today Blockbuster® (Pink Sheets: BLOKA, BLOKB) announced the addition of games to the BLOCKBUSTER® By Mail offering. Customers now have access to more than 3,000 titles for Xbox, Xbox 360, PS3, PS2 and Wii through BLOCKBUSTER's By Mail subscription service, and popular and classic games can be delivered to their home. Blockbuster is the only entertainment company to offer rentals of games, movies, and TV shows for home delivery through a single subscription service.

Customers can now rent thousands of games for no additional charge through their BLOCKBUSTER By Mail subscription in addition to the thousands of movies and TV shows already available. New customers can start renting games for a little as $8.99 per month with no limit on the number of games rented in a month.

"The addition of games for our BLOCKBUSTER By Mail customers - from families looking for entertainment experiences they can enjoy together, to serious gamers - is yet another convenient way to access entertainment content from Blockbuster," said Kevin Lewis, Senior Vice-President, Digital Entertainment.  "This enhanced offering supports Blockbuster's multichannel strategy and shows our commitment to being the leading provider of home entertainment content," said Lewis.

Customers will appreciate the simplicity of online video game rentals, the ability to manage game and movie content together through one subscription, and the great value of doing both with Blockbuster. Customers can keep games for as long as they want with no late fees as long as they remain a subscriber, and have multiple games out at a time, based on their BLOCKBUSTER By Mail plan. Game content will be managed through the same queue that is used to order movie content for home delivery through Blockbuster Online.

More information about BLOCKBUSTER By Mail, including gaming content, is available online at blockbuster.com/gamesbymail.

About Blockbuster Inc.

Blockbuster Inc. is a leading global provider of rental and retail movie and game entertainment. The company provides customers with convenient access to media entertainment anywhere, any way they want it - whether in-store, by mail, through vending kiosks or digitally to their homes and mobile devices. With a highly recognized brand and a library of more than 95,000 movie titles and 3,000 games, Blockbuster leverages its multichannel presence to serve nearly 47 million global customers annually. The company may be accessed worldwide at http://www.Blockbuster.com.

Source: Blockbuster Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Rebecca Fannin, +1-202-944-1928,
rebecca.fannin@hillandknowlton.com, for Blockbuster Inc.

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

Verizon Wireless Expands 3G Network Coverage in Oneida County

-- Improves coverage and capacity in Whitesboro -- Provides access to 3G wireless broadband service

SYRACUSE, N.Y., Aug. 10 -- Verizon Wireless is investing in Oneida County and expanding its local coverage with a new cell site in Whitesboro. The new site improves coverage and capacity in Clark Mills, Kirkland and Westmoreland, including portions of Route 5, Route 233, County Route 23, and County Route 32.

This network expansion 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. The company has invested more than $60 billion nationwide since it was formed - $5.7 billion on average every year - and invested more than $100 million in Upstate New York in 2009.

"We've always believed even the most advanced device is only as good as the network it runs on. We continue to aggressively invest in our Upstate New York network to increase coverage and capacity for our customers, add new services, and maintain our 3G network leadership," said Gene Fassett, executive director of Network for Verizon Wireless' Upstate New York Region.

Verizon Wireless recently earned recognition from J.D. Power and Associates for "Highest Call Quality Performance among Wireless Cell Phone Users in the Northeast."

Services include wireless data services such as picture messaging, text messaging, V CAST and V CAST Music with Rhapsody, and MobileBroadband, the company's high-speed wireless broadband network geared toward mobile professionals and business customers. It provides average download speeds of 600 kilobits per second (kbps) to 1.4 megabits per second, and average upload speeds of 500-800 kbps.

Strong demand for Verizon Wireless' services continued during the second quarter of 2010 as the company added 1.4 million net new customers.

The company's "nation's most reliable wireless network" reputation is based on network studies performed by real-life test men and women throughout the country. These engineers drive nearly 100 specially equipped vehicles more than 1 million miles annually on Interstate, U.S. and state highways, as well as major roads and surface streets. Test vehicles are equipped with computers that automatically make more than 3 million voice call attempts and more than 16 million data tests annually on Verizon Wireless' network and the networks of other carriers.

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

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's 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:  John O'Malley, +1-585-321-7264 or +1-585-261-5899,
john.omalley@verizonwireless.com, http://twitter.com/johnnyverizon

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

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Verizon Wireless Expands 3G Network Coverage in Susquehanna County, PA

- Improves coverage and capacity in Montrose, PA - Provides access to 3G wireless broadband service

BINGHAMTON, N.Y., Aug. 10 -- Verizon Wireless is investing in Susquehanna County, PA and expanding its local coverage with a new cell site in Montrose. The new site improves coverage and capacity on Route 11 and on State Route 706 in the towns of Montrose and New Milford.

This network expansion 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. The company has invested more than $60 billion nationwide since it was formed - $5.7 billion on average every year - and invested more than $100 million in Upstate New York in 2009.

"We've always believed even the most advanced device is only as good as the network it runs on. We continue to aggressively invest in our Upstate New York network to increase coverage and capacity for our customers, add new services, and maintain our 3G network leadership," said Gene Fassett, executive director of Network for Verizon Wireless' Upstate New York Region.

Verizon Wireless recently earned recognition from J.D. Power and Associates for "Highest Call Quality Performance among Wireless Cell Phone Users in the Northeast."

Services include wireless data services such as picture messaging, text messaging, V CAST and V CAST Music with Rhapsody, and MobileBroadband, the company's high-speed wireless broadband network geared toward mobile professionals and business customers. It provides average download speeds of 600 kilobits per second (kbps) to 1.4 megabits per second, and average upload speeds of 500-800 kbps.

Strong demand for Verizon Wireless' services continued during the second quarter of 2010 as the company added 1.4 million net new customers.

The company's "nation's most reliable wireless network" reputation is based on network studies performed by real-life test men and women throughout the country. These engineers drive nearly 100 specially equipped vehicles more than 1 million miles annually on Interstate, U.S. and state highways, as well as major roads and surface streets. Test vehicles are equipped with computers that automatically make more than 3 million voice call attempts and more than 16 million data tests annually on Verizon Wireless' network and the networks of other carriers.

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

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's 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:  John O'Malley, +1-585-321-7264 or +1-585-261-5899,
john.omalley@verizonwireless.com, http://twitter.com/johnnyverizon

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

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Translattice Transforms Enterprise Application Infrastructure

New Approach Significantly Improves Application Deployment and Agility while Reducing Costs and Complexity

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Aug. 10 -- Translattice, the predictive data and distributed application company, today announces its company launch, unveiling an innovative approach to computing infrastructure. Translattice represents a radical change in the way enterprise applications and data are provisioned, significantly reducing costs and deployment complexity, while improving system reliability. By anticipating application and data needs based on policy, usage and geography, Translattice delivers information when and where it is needed.

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"With the growing complexity of global enterprise computing, including support for remote offices and mobile workers, application performance challenges are often magnified, yet can be more difficult to identify, diagnose and proactively prevent," said Jasmine Noel, technology analyst and co-founder of Ptak, Noel and Associates. "IT professionals are expected to deliver applications with consistently high availability and performance to global and mobile workers. They must also deliver a highly elastic and robust infrastructure under tight budgets. Translattice's approach creates a new opportunity for IT professionals to hit both targets."

Business continuity, scalability and application performance have always been critical to well-running applications. Today, organizations are also wrestling with ways to leverage the cloud while maintaining control of their data. Yet, conventional architectures often present significant challenges in preserving application availability and delivering acceptable performance, especially for remote and mobile workers.

With Translattice, fundamental infrastructure components such as load balancing, application runtimes, and relational storage reside on identical, easily deployed nodes. The application infrastructure can be spread across global enterprises, allowing even small and remote offices to enjoy increased user productivity and improved performance. Capacity and scalability are easily increased by adding nodes, which may be deployed on-premise, in the cloud, or a combination of both. If a site becomes unreachable due to an outage, geographic redundancy preserves the availability of applications and data.

"Translattice offers a completely different approach to computing infrastructure for distributed applications," said Frank Huerta, CEO and Co-founder of Translattice. "Representing a fundamental transformation in enterprise architecture, Translattice enables organizations to improve application performance and easily scale IT capabilities while ensuring business continuity."

Presently, the vast majority of enterprise applications are deployed centrally. A wide range of technologies, such as federation, WAN optimization, and local database replicas are used as part of a patchwork approach to improve performance and reliability for remote workers. However, as long as infrastructure remains fundamentally centralized, reliability and user experience will remain problematic.

"By starting from scratch, we've created a system that meets the needs of today's global enterprises," said Michael Lyle, CTO and co-founder of Translattice. "We combined novel approaches with the best work from industry and academia in distributed technology. The result is what has eluded the industry for 30 years: a fully distributed application environment with no single point of failure or bottlenecks."

About Translattice

Translattice is the predictive data and distributed application company that provides information when and where it is needed. Translattice anticipates application and data needs based on policy, usage and geography and significantly reduces costs and deployment complexity while improving system reliability. For more information, please visit http://www.translattice.com.

  MEDIA CONTACT:
  Heidi Rosenberg
  Nadel Phelan, Inc.
  +1-831-440-2405
  heidi@nadelphelan.com

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CONTACT:  Heidi Rosenberg of Nadel Phelan, Inc., +1-831-440-2405,
heidi@nadelphelan.com

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

MEGAchip Technologies Launches Groupon Clone 'Deal-of-the-Day' Coupon Software Solution

MEGAchip Technologies announced the launch of its new online coupon software application solution, MEGAcoupons, a customized, turnkey solution for companies to brand and offer their own Groupon-like, group buying, "daily deal" sites.

CARMEL, Ind., Aug. 10 -- MEGAchip Technologies announced the launch of its new online coupon software solution, MEGAcoupons: a customized, turnkey solution for companies to brand and offer their own Groupon-like, group buying, "daily deal" sites.

MEGAcoupons provides local publishers with an easy-to-implement solution to grow their business and create new revenue streams. MEGAcoupons builds brand equity and increases revenue as publishers enjoy a percentage of all consumer purchases.

MEGAcoupons is based on the wildly successful Groupon business model. MEGAcoupons facilitates deal-of-the-day coupons that can be redeemed once a specified number of people purchase within a specified time frame. Coupons are delivered to the consumer using a mix of email, automated Facebook and Twitter postings to purchase the coupon and pass along to their friends and affiliates.

"With a growing demand for coupon marketing sites," says Sanjay Shukla, CEO of MEGAchip, "MEGAcoupon allows publishers to get into the business quickly and with the most feature/function-rich application available."

  The MEGAcoupons solution has three components:
  --  MEGAchip designs, sets up and maintains the consumer-facing website
      that has the daily deal, all the deals being bid on, discussion boards
      and personal account tracking.
  --  MEGAchip provides the client with an administrative system using
      simple forms to publish the deals, make changes, follow how many
      people have bid, track revenue, analyze performance and generate
      reports.
  --  MEGAchip provides technical and marketing support.

"Some industry analysts believe that local publishers may actually come to dominate the coupon space. MEGAcoupon's objective is to be the engine powering them. Charities can also benefit and use this as a tool for fund raising," noted Shukla.

ABOUT MEGACHIP TECHNOLOGIES

Based in Carmel, Indiana, a suburb of Indianapolis, MEGAchip is a technology solutions software provider to businesses and organizations that range from emerging start-ups to large multinationals. MEGAchip designs and implements high-impact websites, custom social media applications and full end-to-end technology solutions. Products and services include deployment of large scale e-commerce platforms, video delivery systems, electronic catalogs, and custom social media applications.

  MEGAchip Technologies, LLC
  Contact: Sanjay Shukla, CEO
  969 Keystone Way, #200
  Carmel, Indiana 46032

  +1 (317) 582-0244

  info@megachiptech.com
  http://www.megachiptech.com

Source: MEGAchip Technologies, LLC
   

CONTACT:  Sanjay Shukla, CEO, +1-317-582-0244, info@megachiptech.com

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

Huntkey is Authorized as Futuremark Unique Power Supply Sponsor for its Global Q3 Overclocking Competition -- GYGABYTE OVERCLOCKING

SHENZHEN, China, Aug. 10 -- Huntkey Enterprise Group becomes the unique authorized power supply sponsor for futuremark Q3 global overclocking competition -- GYGABYTE OVERCLOCKING. It will attract game, DIY and overclocking enthusiasts from Europe, Asia and American regions with over 1.2 million entries expected.

The competition entry period is Aug 16 through Sep 12, 2010. There are two segment competitions based on the overall 3D Mark Vantage and Single GPU 3D Mark Vantage scores. Awards are provided to the Top 5 winners of the two segments from such leading brands as GIGABYTE, ATI, ENERMAX, Aero Cool, GEIL and Huntkey. As the unique authorized power supply sponsor for such an overclocking banquet, Huntkey will unveil its X7 1200W power supply worldwide. The X7 Series power supply will be the final prize and part of the lucky draw for winners. This series contains 1200W and 900W, which is designed specifically for gamers and overclockers.

"The X7 Series of Power Supplies develops its new member of 1200 rated power and this is the first time for Huntkey to unveil the X7 1200W power supply unit. With four advanced technologies: Interleaved PFC, Synchronous Rectification, Phase-shifted Full-bridge and DC to DC Module, the X7 1200 is more efficient, stable and smooth running. It will impress lots of PC enthusiasts," said Villa Li, Huntkey Product Manger.

In order to let more people experience Huntkey products for FREE, Huntkey officially announce the online event site: http://www.huntkey.com/hdzl/2010oc/.

For more detailed information of the competition, please visit: http://www.futuremark.com/

For more detailed product and event information, please visit: http://www.huntkeydiy.com/

About Huntkey

Huntkey Enterprise Group, one of the top 5 power supply providers, founded in 1992, is a professional provider specialized in the development, design, manufacturing and marketing of power supplies. The products of Huntkey cover a wide variety, including power supplies (1W-250KW), power systems, computer cases, universal notebook adapters, chargers, power supply converters, power strip etc. The industrial parks of Huntkey in Shenzhen, Heyuan and Hefei, which cover a total area of over 750,000 square meters, are now the largest IT manufacturing base in China's mainland. Huntkey with over 7,000 employees has set up its branch companies in Hong Kong, Japan and Europe. Its clients are found all over the world in more than 30 countries and regions, including Lenovo, DELL, etc.

  For more information, please contact:

   Sheena Hu
   Email: huxinyu@huntkey.com
   Web:   http://www.huntkeydiy.com/

Source: Huntkey Enterprise Group
   

CONTACT:  Sheena Hu, huxinyu@huntkey.com, or +86-755-8960-6684, of
Huntkey

Web Site:  http://www.huntkeydiy.com/

CBT Nuggets Unveils New Website to Provide Faster, Easier Access to IT Certification and On-the-Job Training

CBT Nuggets Used Social Media as a Forum for Content Refinement and Beta Testing

EUGENE, Ore., Aug. 10 -- CBT Nuggets (http://www.cbtnuggets.com/), a global producer of IT certification and technical training videos for Microsoft, Cisco, Linux and other technologies, today unveiled a new website that was developed in conjunction with the company's active user community and beta tested via social media such as Facebook and Twitter. By engaging the community in the process, CBT Nuggets was able to test, tweak and refine elements of their website to best meet the needs of their users. Maintaining an active dialogue with the community has been a major factor in the company's success since its inception in 1999. CBT Nuggets has eschewed traditional marketing and direct advertising, instead focusing efforts on building a strong reputation among the IT community that has helped them grow to $5.4 million in sales primarily through word-of-mouth. With incredible growth over the past five years, CBT Nuggets has been named to Inc. magazine's "Inc. 5000" annual ranking of the 5000 fastest-growing private companies in the country since 2008. Last year, more than one million IT professionals from 189 countries watched CBT Nuggets training videos.

"We've always focused on career advancement training for current and prospective IT professionals, and our user community has embraced our trainers and course offerings as providing the easiest, most real-world IT training available," said Dan Charbonneau, founder and CEO of CBT Nuggets. "Over the years, the community has given us a great deal of input that has helped us shape and grow our training, so it's only natural that we would involve them in the beta testing of our new website. Social media provided us with a perfect forum to gather feedback and ensure that our new website is focused, fast and easy to use," he added.

CBT Nuggets videos use highly skilled, nationally-known trainers who have real-world IT experience. Their video format, which divides information into easy-to-remember, bite-sized "nuggets," puts the trainer beside the trainee, in a style that feels more like a one-on-one talk than a classroom presentation. By keeping the information fresh and incorporating humor and real-world IT stories that help put the learning into perspective, CBT Nuggets has built a following of IT pros who have launched and advanced their careers through IT certifications from major technology vendors like Microsoft and Cisco. CBT Nuggets began by offering IT training videos on CD ROM, then expanded to offer training servers and electronic downloads. Now, for the first time, a larger percentage of their training videos are delivered online via streaming video, making the interface and capabilities of the CBT Nuggets website more important than ever.

By incorporating social media into the development of the new website, CBT Nuggets wanted to accomplish three things:  The utilization of an informational playground for people who want to find out about training and certification, creation of a buying portal to purchase the videos and the formulation of a player for on-demand video streaming. Further developments on the site will continue to build on the company's active social media community on Facebook and Twitter, incorporating more in-depth forums and internal chat to allow the entire CBT Nuggets family to maximize their learning through Q&A and sharing of best practices.

To view the new CBT Nuggets website and learn more about how the nuggets style of video-based IT training can reduce training costs while providing fast, effective, applicable learning, go to: http://www.cbtnuggets.com/.

About CBT Nuggets

CBT Nuggets produces and sells IT certification and technical training videos to thousands of corporations and individuals around the globe. The CBT Nuggets video catalog covers every major IT category and offers IT certification training for Microsoft, Cisco, Linux, CompTIA and many others. Videos are available on CD, digital download or via web streaming 24 hours a day, seven days a week. CBT Nuggets videos are uniquely accessible to both beginners and advanced learners because information is divided into logical, bite-sized nuggets that are easy to understand and remember.  Every CBT Nugget video reflects the company's commitment to excellence with content that is efficient, informative, comprehensive, technically accurate, convenient and fun to watch. CBT Nuggets trainers are the rock stars of IT learning -- they are frequent speakers at trade shows and conferences and many are published writers and book authors. Most importantly, they are experts in their fields, who share their real-world IT experience to make IT training both fun and engaging.  Come visit us at: http://www.cbtnuggets.com/.

  Media Contact:
  Jennifer Allen Newton
  Bluehouse Consulting Group, Inc.
  +1-503-805-7540
  Jennifer (at) bluehousecg.com

Source: CBT Nuggets
   

CONTACT:  Jennifer Allen Newton of Bluehouse Consulting Group, Inc.,
+1-503-805-7540, Jennifer (at) bluehousecg.com, for CBT Nuggets

Web Site:  http://www.cbtnuggets.com/

Selig Technologies Launches Industry's Fastest and Most Comprehensive Real-Time Vehicle Appraisal Device

- VIN Viper Delivers Instant Car Values and History Reports Saving Dealers Time and Money -

CHARLESTON, S.C., Aug. 10 -- Selig Technologies, LLC, is proud to debut its revolutionary vehicle appraisal device that is unlike anything previously used by car dealers, independent vehicle brokers and auction houses. VIN Viper is a mobile device with a built-in VIN scanner that instantly returns live, real-time data from proprietary sources such as Black Book®, AuctionNet®, NADA Guides®, Kelley Blue Book®, GALVES Auto Price List®, CARFAX® and AutoCheck®. Quite simply, VIN Viper literally puts the power of appraising vehicles in the palm of your hand.

"We designed VIN Viper with a simple philosophy - save time, save money, sell cars," said Jason Seligman, President of Selig Technologies. "VIN Viper is the fastest, most reliable appraisal system on the market. It instantly retrieves real-time data from our data providers and is updated automatically with each VIN scan. It's quick and above all, it's easy. This is the one vehicle appraisal system that combines all the industry's top auto value providers into one instant and easy to use application because in today's competitive automotive marketplace, it's important to know more than the person next to you."

Designed and built by car people, for car people, VIN Viper boasts the intuitive interface of today's latest smartphones with enhanced accuracy and speed. Users can literally scan a hundred cars in minutes and share scanned data with others via email or manage it with the uniquely designed desktop suite application. The desktop suite allows users to manage the mobile device, create new appraisals, sync VIN scans and create custom reports. Not only is it the fastest and most accurate VIN reader, VIN Viper returns used car data and history reports up to five times faster than any competitor. With VIN Viper, simply point, scan, walk away, and the results are returned instantly, both to the mobile device and to the online desktop suite. To learn more about VIN Viper and its product offerings, simply log onto http://www.vinviper.com.

About Selig Technologies

The minds at Selig Technologies, LLC, have been creating innovative solutions for the automotive industry for more than 11 years. Our in-depth understanding and experience in the used car market helps us to build applications that you not only need, but also use.

Source: Selig Technologies, LLC
   

CONTACT:  Lauren Williams of DRIVEN Public Relations, +1-951-719-1040,
media@vinviper.com, for Selig Technologies, LLC

Web Site:  http://www.vinviper.com/

Trident Unveils New Digital Televisions From AOC for the Brazil Market at This Week's ABTA Conference

The New AOC Digital TVs Target the Brazil Market with Superior Picture Quality, Stylish New Design and Innovative Features

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Aug. 10 -- At the ABTA Conference this week in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Trident Microsystems, Inc. (NASDAQ: TRID), a leading provider of set-top box and TV semiconductor solutions, announced that the Trident HiDTV(TM) PRO-SX solution has been selected by AOC to power four new AOC digital TV models (the D26W931, D32W931, LC32W053 and LC42H053.)  The new AOC TVs, which are being showcased in the Trident booth number C3, provide full support for the ISDB-Tb Brazilian H.264/AAC DTV broadcasting standard and deliver vivid and brilliant video images by taking advantage of Trident's patented DCRe(TM) technology.

"Brazil's large population provides enormous opportunities for digital TV providers and we are committed to working with both the Brazil-based TV OEMS such as AOC and the large global OEMs that also service this growing regional market," said Dirk Wieberneit, senior vice president and general manager of the Trident TV Business unit.  "We are pleased to provide AOC with superior picture quality and a flexible platform, including Trident ISDB-Tb broadcast software for quicktime-to-market and product differentiation, and we hope to share in their success in the future."

"We chose the HiDTV Pro-SX because it delivered the most flexible software architecture for adding new features and provided the best consumer viewing experience with vivid and crystal clear images," said Aguinaldo Silva, R&D Director at AOC.  "Furthermore, the Trident team was wonderful to work with as we tailored these TVs specifically for the Brazilian market and we anticipate much success as our country continues its rapid transition to digital TV services."

About the HiDTV PRO-SX

The HiDTV(TM) Pro-SX is Trident's 8th generation all-in-one system-on-chip digital TV engine and includes all the key functions needed for both high-quality digital and analog TV broadcasting with minimum external components. Key features of the HiDTV Pro-SX include H.264 multifunction video decoder, first generation of Enhanced Super Resolution, Native Image Detection, noise reduction while retaining image details, scaling for smoother arches and curves and crispier edges, SVG Lite user interface, and Trident's first multi-standard video decoder supporting MPEG-2, MPEG-4, and H.264.

The HiDTV Pro-SX features Trident's superior DCRe technology that brings high-performance video processing with vivid and brilliant video images. The SOC accomplishes the best cost-performance by integrating not only the major IP's but also key interface functions based on a complete system design perspective.

Product Availability

The AOC D32W931 model TVs are available today and the D26W931 model will be available at the end of August and early September 2010.  The AOC LC32W053 and LC42H053 model are scheduled to be available at the end of September and beginning of October 2010.

About AOC

AOC a worldwide leader of HD LCD display technology for TVs, Monitors, and Multimedia Displays backed by over 60 years of design and manufacturing experience. AOC has earned a reputation for selling user-friendly, technologically advanced displays with every aspect of AOC's business focusing on the development of products that fit seamlessly into consumers' digital lifestyle. AOC continuously meets energy efficiency standards such as the EPAs and EPEAT program and has garnered recognitions such as PC Magazine's GreenTech Approved designation.

Forward-Looking Information

This press release contains forward-looking statements concerning the capabilities and functionality of our products and the benefits out products will provide to our customers, including the ability of our clients to save development time and speed time to market, as well as concerning our ability to succeed in other markets such as Brazil.  These forward-looking statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, and actual results could vary materially depending on a number of factors. These risks include, the timing of product introductions, the ability to obtain design wins among major OEMs for Trident's products, and competitive pressures, including pricing and competitors' new product introductions, the impact of the uncertain global macroeconomic environment, and the increasingly competitive DTV market. Additional factors that may affect Trident's business are described in detail in Trident's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission available at http://www.sec.gov/.  Such forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as representing Trident's views or expectations as of any subsequent date and Trident does not undertake any obligation to revise or update any such forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances that may arise after the statement was made.

About Trident Microsystems, Inc.

Trident Microsystems, Inc., with headquarters in Sunnyvale, California, is a leading force in the digital home entertainment market, delivering an extensive range of platform solutions that enhance the consumer experience in the Connected Home.  As one of the top-three semiconductor providers to both the TV and set-top box markets, Trident's solutions can be found in the products of leading OEMs and channel partners worldwide.  The company's extensive IP portfolio of more than 2,000 patents has been driving key innovations in image quality, 3D TV, low power consumption, and 45nm designs. For further information about Trident and its products, please consult the Company's web site: http://www.tridentmicro.com.

NOTE: Trident is a trademark of Trident Microsystems, Inc. All other company and product names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Features, pricing, availability and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Source: Trident Microsystems, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Public Relations, Kelly Karr of Tanis Communications,
+1-408-718-9350, kelly.karr@taniscomm.com for Trident Microsystems, Inc.; or
Investor Relations, John Swenson of Trident Microsystems, +1-408-962-8252,
John.swenson@tridentmicro.com

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

WebMD Health Corp. Announces Commencement of Tender Offer to Repurchase Up to 3,000,000 Shares of Its Common Stock at Price of $52.00 Per Share

NEW YORK, Aug. 10 -- WebMD Health Corp. (NASDAQ: WBMD) announced today that it has commenced a tender offer to purchase up to 3,000,000 shares of its common stock at a price of $52.00 per share.  The price per share of $52.00 represents a change from the price per share of $50.00 that WebMD previously announced on August 5, 2010.  The number of shares proposed to be purchased in the tender offer represents approximately 5.1% of the approximately 59.4 million shares of WebMD common stock currently outstanding (including shares of unvested restricted stock).  The NASDAQ Official Closing Price of WebMD Common Stock on August 9, 2010 was $51.34 per share.

The tender offer will expire at 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on Wednesday, September 8, 2010, unless extended by WebMD.  Tenders of shares must be made on or prior to the expiration of the tender offer and may be withdrawn at any time on or prior to the expiration of the tender offer.  The tender offer is subject to a number of terms and conditions described in the Offer to Purchase that is being distributed to stockholders.

On the terms and subject to the conditions of the tender offer, WebMD's stockholders will have the opportunity to tender some or all of their shares at a price of $52.00 per share.  If stockholders properly tender and do not properly withdraw more than 3,000,000 shares, WebMD will purchase shares tendered by those stockholders owning fewer than 100 shares, without pro ration, and all other shares tendered will be purchased on a pro rata basis, subject to the conditional tender offer provisions described in the Offer to Purchase that is being distributed to stockholders.  Stockholders whose shares are purchased in the tender offer will be paid $52.00 per share, net in cash, less any applicable withholding taxes and without interest, promptly after the expiration of the tender offer period.

As of August 5, 2010, WebMD had approximately $520 million in cash and cash equivalents.  WebMD will use a portion of its cash and cash equivalents to fund the tender offer.

The Information Agent for the tender offer is Innisfree M&A Incorporated.  The Depositary is American Stock Transfer & Trust Company, LLC.  The Offer to Purchase, Letter of Transmittal and related documents are being mailed to stockholders of record and also will be made available for distribution to beneficial owners of WebMD Common Stock.  For questions and information, please call the Information Agent toll free at 1-888-750-5834.

None of WebMD, its Board of Directors, the Information Agent or the Depositary is making any recommendations to stockholders as to whether to tender or refrain from tendering their shares into the tender offer.  Stockholders must make their own decisions as to how many shares they will tender, if any.  In so doing, stockholders should read and evaluate carefully the information in the Offer to Purchase and in the related Letter of Transmittal.

THIS PRESS RELEASE IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN OFFER TO BUY OR THE SOLICITATION OF AN OFFER TO SELL SHARES OF WEBMD HEALTH CORP. COMMON STOCK.  THE TENDER OFFER IS BEING MADE ONLY PURSUANT TO THE OFFER TO PURCHASE, LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL AND RELATED MATERIALS THAT WEBMD WILL SHORTLY BE DISTRIBUTING TO ITS STOCKHOLDERS AND FILING WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION.  STOCKHOLDERS AND INVESTORS SHOULD READ CAREFULLY THE OFFER TO PURCHASE, LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL AND RELATED MATERIALS BECAUSE THEY CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION, INCLUDING THE VARIOUS TERMS OF, AND CONDITIONS TO, THE TENDER OFFER. STOCKHOLDERS AND INVESTORS MAY OBTAIN A FREE COPY OF THE TENDER OFFER STATEMENT ON SCHEDULE TO, THE OFFER TO PURCHASE, LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL AND OTHER DOCUMENTS THAT WEBMD WILL SHORTLY BE FILING WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION AT THE COMMISSION'S WEBSITE AT http://www.SEC.GOV OR BY CALLING INNISFREE M&A INCORPORATED, THE INFORMATION AGENT FOR THE TENDER OFFER, TOLL-FREE AT 1-888-750-5834. STOCKHOLDERS ARE URGED TO CAREFULLY READ THESE MATERIALS PRIOR TO MAKING ANY DECISION WITH RESPECT TO THE TENDER OFFER.

About WebMD

WebMD Health Corp. (NASDAQ:WBMD) is the leading provider of health information services, serving consumers, physicians, healthcare professionals, employers and health plans through our public and private online portals and health-focused publications.

The WebMD Health Network includes WebMD Health, Medscape, MedicineNet, eMedicine, eMedicine Health, RxList, theHeart.org, and drugs.com.

All statements contained in this press release, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements. These statements are based on our current plans and expectations and involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual future events or results to be different than those described in or implied by such forward-looking statements, including risks and uncertainties regarding:   changes in financial markets; changes in economic, political or regulatory conditions or other trends affecting the healthcare, Internet and information technology industries; and changes in facts and circumstances and other uncertainties concerning the completion of the tender offer.  Further information about these matters can be found in our Securities and Exchange Commission filings.  Except as required by applicable law or regulation, we do not undertake any obligation to update our forward-looking statements to reflect future events or circumstances.

Source: WebMD
   

CONTACT:  Investors: Risa Fisher, rfisher@webmd.net, +1-212-624-3817, or
Media: Kate Hahn, khahn@webmd.net, +1-212-624-3760

Web Site:  http://www.webmd.com/

Alabama's Largest and Most Reliable 3G Network Now Even Stronger

Verizon Wireless Invested More than $30 Million in the Company's Statewide Network in the Second Quarter of 2010 to Further Enhance 3G Service

BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Aug. 10 -- Verizon Wireless, the only wireless service provider with a statewide 3G network in Alabama, announced today that it invested more than $30 million in the second quarter of 2010 to enhance its network across the state. The majority of the investment focused on expanding the capacity of Verizon Wireless's 3G data network as demand for wireless data transmission continues to grow.

"Our focus has been and always will be on network quality. The network is what enables our customers to truly enjoy the features of their devices," said Jeff Mango, president, Georgia/Alabama Region for Verizon Wireless. "It's not just about making calls and sending and receiving email anymore. People are using their mobile devices to search the web, navigate using GPS applications, connect to social networks such as Facebook and Twitter, and much more.  At Verizon Wireless we strongly believe in empowering our customers to do all of these things no matter where they are in the state. "

Verizon Wireless has invested $5.7 billion on average each year to increase the coverage capacity of its network and add new services. Verizon Wireless' 3G high-speed data network covers more people than any other wireless service provider. As a result, customers can use their smartphones, laptops and other devices in more places than with any other high-speed 3G network.

Expanded Data Coverage

Verizon Wireless expanded its 3G data capacity during the second quarter of 2010 across the state. Cities and towns benefiting from expanded data capacity included:

North Alabama: Albertville, Anderson, Arab, Ardmore, Athens, Blanche, Blountsville, Bremen, Brooksville, Center Hill, Collinsville, Courtland, Crane Hill, Cullman, Decatur, Elkmont, Eva, Falkville, FyffeGrant, Greenhill, Hartselle, Hanceville, Hazel Green, Hampton Cove, Hokes Bluff, Horton, Huntsville including the area around Redstone Arsenal, Killen, Lacey Springs, Leighton, Lexington, Littleville, Meridianville, Morgan City, Moulton, Muscle Shoals, Newburg, Owens Crossroads, Painter, Persimmon Grove, Rainsville, Rogersville, Smith Lake, Springfield, Stevenson, Sylvania, Town Creek, Tuscumbia, Vinemont, West Point, Woodville

Birmingham area: Alabaster, Blount Springs, Birmingham Airport, Centerpoint, Centerville, Chelsea, Clanton, Cleveland, Colony, Columbiana, Cropwell, Empire, Fultondale, Jasper, Hoover including the Riverchase Galleria, Gurley, Martin Lake, McCalla, Midfield, Montevallo, Oakman, Oak Mountain, Odenville, Oneonta, Pell City, Pinson, Powellville, Quinton, Red Rock, Rock Mountain, Sayre, Trafford, Vestavia, Vincent, along First Avenue North in Birmingham, along I-20 in St. Clair County, along I-59 between Trussville and Clay, highway 231 in Shelby County, along I-65 in Shelby County, along highway 69 in Walker County

West Alabama: Buhl, Butler, Holt, Northport, Tuscaloosa, Vance

East Alabama: Anniston, Attalla, Forney, Fullerton, Gadsden, Gaylesville, Guntersville, Jacksonville, Neely Henry Lake area, Oak Grove, Ohatchee, Piedmont, Rockledge, along I-59 north of Gadsden, along Alabama Highway 9 and Alabama Highway 68 on the Alabama/Georgia line

Montgomery area: Autaugaville, Cecil, Eclectic, Evergreen, Fort Deposit, Greenville, Hope Hull, Lowndesboro, Luverne, Maxwell Air Force Base, Montgomery, Mount Meigs, Pike Road, Prattville, Rutledge, Tuskegee, Union Springs, Verbena, Wetumpka

Dothan area: Andalusia, Chancellor, Coffee Springs, Daleville, Dothan, Elba, Enterprise, Eufaula including Walter George Lake, Fort Rucker, Geneva, Hartford, Headland, Kinsey, Newville, Opp, Slocomb, Taylor, Victoria

  U.S. 280 Corridor: Bleeker, Cusetta, Salem

  Continued Network Expansion

In addition to massive investment in 3G data coverage, Verizon Wireless continued to expand its overall network in select Alabama cities including Benton, Fayette, Lineville, Roanoke and Shorter.

Trusted Wireless Connectivity

Verizon Wireless invests more in its network than any other wireless service provider in the United States and tests its network and those of its competitors to ensure the Verizon Wireless network remains the nation's most reliable. Using sophisticated testing equipment in specially equipped company vehicles, Verizon Wireless network systems performance engineers drove 497,700 miles to conduct 1.69 million voice call attempts and 9.7 million data tests on the Verizon Wireless network and the networks of major competitors across the United States during the first six months of 2010.

Currently, 95 percent of the state's population is covered by Verizon Wireless' 3G network. With continued network investment, Verizon Wireless is consistently increasing coverage and capacity so the network can carry more calls, e-mails, text and picture messages in more places and offer greater wireless access to the Web and other data services.

"Our focus is on providing the best customer experience, which we know is largely driven by our network," says Mango. "Our test men and women in Alabama enable us to not only understand our customers' experiences today, they also allow us to make decisions on network investments that will provide the best service in the future. A superior and reliable wireless network is no longer measured by 'bars' or new cell towers. Our investment is largely focused on adding power and capacity to our existing statewide 3G network."

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- Georgia & Alabama
   

CONTACT:  Kate Jay, +1-678-339-4828, Kate.Jay@VerizonWireless.com

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

ICSA Labs Develops Security Check for Broadband Home Routers

New Certification Program Aimed at Keeping Consumer Data Safe

MECHANICSBURG, Pa., Aug. 10 -- Hackers are increasingly targeting home routers as a means of gaining access to sensitive personal data.  To help combat this threat, ICSA Labs, an independent division of Verizon Business, is offering a new program under which manufacturers can have broadband home routers certified.

The program, Broadband Home Router Certification, evaluates a router's effectiveness in identifying safe versus harmful data, and denying access to malicious data.  Certified routers can offer consumers a high level of security assurance for broadband homer routers, which are generally used to connect computers on a home network to the Internet.

"While attacks targeted at routers are not a new threat, we are seeing an increase in attacks against home routers," said Brian Monkman, technology programs manager, ICSA Labs.  "The threat is exacerbated by the fact that these routers are designed to be plug-and-play.  Usually, a consumer buys a home router and configures it quickly and easily, while assuming the router has the appropriate security safeguards in place, which unfortunately is not always the case."

The router certification program augments ICSA Labs' network firewall program, which was established in 1995 and evaluates the effectiveness and security measures of network firewalls.

Companies that earn the broadband home router certification for their products will also have the opportunity to join the Firewall Product Developers' Consortium, an international group dedicated to identifying and improving security problems through the advancement of firewall technology.

Added Monkman, "Only products that pass our rigorous testing process will be awarded the ICSA Labs' Broadband Home Router Certification.  Consumers purchasing or using a certified router can rest assured that it has been security tested by a respected third party and offers strong security measures."

For more information on ICSA Labs' Broadband Router Certification program or to enter a product into the testing process, visit http://www.icsalabs.com/technology-program/contact-us.

About ICSA Labs

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

About Verizon Business

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

Source: Verizon Business
   

CONTACT:  Brianna Carroll Boyle, +1-703-859-4251,
brianna.boyle@verizon.com

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

Company News On-Call:  http://www.prnewswire.com/comp/094251.html

19% of UK Respondents Consider Buying BlackBerry Torch

LONDON, August 10, 2010--     Life for Research In Motion has not been very easy in the past few years
since its two heavyweight rivals Apple and Google entered the scene with
their increasingly popular iPhone and Android phones. The latest RIM version,
the BlackBerry Torch, will be launched in the US on 12th Aug and rolled out
in the UK in a few months. Will this new design help RIM reclaim some of its
lost ground?

    To find out the answer, Toluna PLC recently did a survey by asking the
opinions of 1000 UK respondents.

    Despite the fanfare created by RIM and the media around the Torch's
launch, only 22% of the respondents have heard about the BlackBerry Torch:
among them, 19% have a clear intention of buying one, while 36% feel
uncertain and about 45% say they will not.

    RIM has worked very hard to keep its corporate users happy and at the
same time has encouraged people to use the BlackBerry just as any regular
smartphone. They might do it right this time: almost 60% are interested in
personal use and a respectable 33% say they will consider using BlackBerry
for both business and personal use. So, integrating a better browser and more
social networking functions is a good idea. The reason why they like the
phone seems quite obvious: while the combination of a touch screen and
keyboard is a no-brainer answer (47%), lots of people seem to like its
overall design (42%) and its OS 6 software that deals better with
multi-tasking and social networking (34%), an indication that users like a
BlackBerry with a real keyboard plus better and more functions. But let's be
careful, Palm Pre has the best touch screen and keyboard combination but was
still doomed shortly after launch.

    For users having the intention to buy a BlackBerry Torch, the largest age
group is the one between 16 and 34, which hardly suits the stereotype of
middle-aged, suit-clad business executives. Perhaps this means there are some
cool factors in Torch after all? Click this link (
http://uk.tolunapro.com/pollpageqs.aspx?pollid…1350&token=ZemAFZ3a0rk8njdOv
zgoIQ%3d%3d) to see the full result of this survey.

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

    The result may sound somewhat discouraging for both RIM and die-hard
BlackBerry fans, but things may change over time with the launch and reviews
from the media and early-adopting users. However, remember that the success
of a product is pretty much shaped by users' opinion.

   
    Arron Zhang
    E-commerce and Digital Marketing Manager
    Email: arron.zhang@toluna.com
    t: +44(0)20-88321714
    w: http://www.toluna-group.co.uk

Source: Toluna PLC

Arron Zhang, E-commerce and Digital Marketing Manager, Email: arron.zhang@toluna.com, t: +44(0)20-88321714, m: +44(0)7827951635

Just in Time for New School Year, Breakthrough Software Helps Parents Keep Kids Safe

Protects from cyberbullying, texting while driving and more

ATLANTA, Aug. 10 -- One needs only to tune into the national news or Oprah or open a newspaper to know that cyberbullying, texting while driving, sexting and child predators are among the biggest issues facing children today. Many parents don't know just how real these threats are to their children until it's too late. But as of this week, as school starts and such incidents tend to increase, local parents have a fighting chance at protecting their children. WebSafety, new comprehensive software to help parents combat these tough situations, becomes available with the opening of the first metro Atlanta Family Mobile Center, 6623 Roswell Road, NE, Suite E, in Sandy Springs.

The Family Mobile Center offers an in-depth view of WebSafety's lifesaving technology and features  free, live demonstrations.

"My daughter was molested by a man she met on the Internet who posed as a 16-year-old. She  discovered his age and true intent when she met him during a secret rendezvous," said parent Jaemi Levine, founder of Mothers Against Predators. "Back then, we didn't have the technology that could alert me to the harmful situation my daughter found herself in. But with WebSafety, now we do. I am dedicated to sharing this lifesaving technology with other parents so their children won't have to go through the painful experience my daughter did."

Developed by concerned parents, law enforcement officials and top software engineers, this  breakthrough software helps parents ensure their children's well-being.

  Among its many features, WebSafety:

  --  stops texting while driving (the No. 1 killer of teens)
  --  monitors Internet and cell phone activity and notifies parents
      immediately only of potential dangerous / obscene communications, thus
      protecting the child's privacy regarding everyday communications
  --  uses the world's largest database of words, net-lingo and phrases to
      identify potential threats
  --  allows parents to set "No Text Zones"
  --  blocks pornography before it is viewed
  --  alerts parents if their child exceeds a set speed limit

"WebSafety's intelligence makes it the only software of its kind in an 'all-under-one-roof' package," said WebSafety legal advisor Terry Lord. "The peace of mind it brings parents is unmatched."

For WebSafety information, visit http://www.mywebsafety.com/signup or call 404-828-0099.

Source: WebSafety
   

CONTACT:  Lisa Hester, lhester@rountreegroup.com, Don Rountree,
don@rountreegroup.com, of Rountree Group, +1-770-645-4545

Web Site:  http://www.mywebsafety.com/signup

Saxo Bank Re-Launches ForexTrading.com

LONDON, Aug. 10 -- Saxo Bank, the specialist in online trading and investment, has re-launched its website http://www.ForexTrading.com to provide a simple entry point to anyone looking to become a forex trader and to be a useful resource for foreign exchange traders, or others, interested in the trading of currencies.

The redesigned ForexTrading.com website will focus on providing visitors with all the information necessary for traders like topical forex market information, news and analysis from Saxo Bank and third parties, and on forex education using Saxo Bank's TradeMentor program and comprehensive financial glossary. The ever-popular free forex charting widget will also remain on the website too.

"ForexTrading.com is already a successful domain, attracting large numbers of new and returning visitors. The new version of ForexTrading.com augments the popular forex trading information and analysis of the old site with much more content from Saxo Bank and third parties," said Hugh Taggart, head of research & analysis tools at Saxo Bank."

"Visitors to ForexTrading.com are often there just to learn how to trade forex or to see the latest forex quotes, news and analysis. This version of the website answers those needs concisely and provides a link to opening a trial or live account with Saxo Bank," he added.

In addition to providing some third party content in the 'What's Hot' section of the site, ForexTrading.com will also feature content taken from the main Tradingfloor and Saxo Bank websites.

About Saxo Bank

Saxo Bank is an online trading and investment specialist, enabling clients to trade forex , CFDs, stocks, equities, futures, options and other derivatives, as well as providing portfolio management via SaxoWebTrader and SaxoTrader, the leading online trading platforms. SaxoTrader is available directly through Saxo Bank or through one of the Bank's institutional clients. White label is a significant business area for Saxo Bank, and involves customising and branding of the Bank's online trading platform for other financial institutions and brokers. Saxo Bank has more than 120 white label clients and boasts thousands of retail clients in over 160 countries. Saxo Bank is headquartered in Copenhagen with offices in Australia, the Czech Republic, France, Greece, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, Singapore, Spain, Switzerland, UK, and the United Arab Emirates.

  For further media enquiries, please contact:
  Kasper Elbjorn
  Head of Group PR
  Saxo Bank
  40 Bank Street
  Canary Wharf
  London
  E14 5DA
  +45 3065 4300
  http://www.saxobank.com

Source: Saxo Bank
   

CONTACT:  Kasper Elbjorn, Head of Group PR of Saxo Bank, +45 3065 4300

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

Van Buren County, Michigan, Residents and Travelers to Benefit From Verizon Wireless Network Enhancements

New Cell Sites Mean Clearer Reception, Fewer Dropped Calls

KALAMAZOO, Mich., Aug. 10 -- Verizon Wireless has activated two new cell sites in Van Buren County, Mich., which enable more customers traveling along Interstate 94 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 music, games and ringtones, while enjoying clearer reception and fewer dropped calls.

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

  --  Interstate 94 between the County Road 365 interchange to the east and
      the 62nd Street interchange to the west (south of Hartford);
  --  County Road 681 north to the Bangor town line;
  --  Interstate 94 west of Paw Paw from 40th Street west to the
      intersection of Interstate 94 and Territorial Road, and
  --  Michigan Highway 51 between the Red Arrow Highway to the north and
      72nd Avenue to the south.

"These new cell sites were built to ensure that our customers who travel these roads regularly can continue relying on their phones for staying in touch," said Greg Haller, president-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/

Sam's Club® Enhances Member Experience with Technology

Wi-Fi, Smart Phone App and 3D TV Available Soon

BENTONVILLE, Ark., Aug. 10 -- As part of its commitment to deliver the best possible shopping experience, Sam's Club today announced plans to upgrade all of its U.S. locations with Wi-Fi by November. The announcement was delivered to more than 2,200 Sam's Club associates from the field and Home Office gathered at the Orlando Convention Center for the company's Annual Holiday Meeting, which showcases holiday merchandise and details plans for the season.

  (Photo:  http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20100810/DA48230)
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AT&T* will provide Wi-Fi to Sam's Club, which will allow its members greater use of their Wi-Fi enabled smart phones while shopping and enable associates to demo new IPTVs (internet TVs) as well as other internet connected devices in real time. Members may view their favorite web application such as Facebook(TM), Pandora(TM) or Vudo(TM) on large screen TVs to better understand how it would appear at home.  In addition, hundreds of product reviews will now be accessible in-club as well to help members research potential purchases and access samsclub.com. Sam's Club is also upgrading to 1080p on HDTV displays, to provide an improved and more realistic picture quality. Sam's Club is the first warehouse club to offer live IPTV demos and carry a 1080p broadcast signal. Sam's Club expects to showcase 3D TVs in all locations and online next month.

"Our members are early adopters of technology and electronics, and we're excited to deliver an improved experience in our clubs," said Brian Cornell, president and CEO, Sam's Club. "This investment in connectivity allows us to showcase the high quality brands we offer in a new engaging way, provide an enhanced level of service and bring to life our promise to our members of Savings Made Simple."

Sam's Club also announced plans to offer a comprehensive smart phone application (app) for the iPhone, BlackBerry and Droid platforms. The app will include several features such as access to eValues, which are extra discounts loaded directly onto the Plus Membership cards, product information, member reviews and more. The Sam's Club app will make it easier for members to make the right choices on products throughout the club as well as foster greater member interaction with Sam's Club. The Sam's Club app will be available in September. Additional functionality details will be communicated soon.

The use of Sam's Club Tech Experts will be expanded as a result of the new capabilities to provide advanced training for in-club electronics associates. Sam's Club members may use Tech Experts 24/7 for free, by calling 877-758-4346 to get pre and post sale consultations on dozens of electronics items from computers to home theater systems. Members may also get information on items regardless of where they were purchased.  In addition to providing no cost tech support, Tech Experts also can provide Sam's Club members with delivery and installation of electronics from basic to custom plans.

"These initiatives combined with additional associate training in Electronics will have a positive impact on every product category within the department," said Joe Hartsig, vice president, Electronics at Sam's Club. "We'll be able to enhance how our members experience electronics and deliver an increased level of service as technology choices become more complex."

About Sam's Club

Sam's Club is a division of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (NYSE:WMT). The first Sam's Club opened its doors in Midwest City, Okla., in 1983. Today, Sam's Club serves more than 47 million U.S. Members with locations nationwide, as well as in Brazil, China, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Sam's Club saves its members on average 30.4 percent over grocery and specialty retailers by offering superior values on quality merchandise and services for home or work. Saving is made simple at Sam's Club. Visit samsclub.com for more information.

*About AT&T

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

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Source: Sam's Club
   

CONTACT:  Susan Koehler of Sam's Club, 1-800-331-0085, +1-479-277-8066,
Susan.koehler@samsclub.com

Web Site:  http://www.samsclub.com/

Moshi Monsters Reveals Moshi Bandz

LONDON, August 10, 2010--

    - Mind Candy Unveils Global Launch Plans for new Children's
Collectible Craze

    - With Picture

    Mind Candy, the global developer and publisher of the popular children's
online game Moshi Monsters, which has 24 million players worldwide
(http://www.moshimonsters.com), today announced the forthcoming launch of
Moshi Bandz, a new range of collectible wristbands for kids.

    The fun and brightly-coloured wristbands take the form of popular Moshi
Monsters characters and are tipped to be one of the hottest children's
crazes of the autumn. They come in varying shapes and colours, with some much
rarer than others to increase their collectability. Following the huge
success of the category in the US, Mind Candy is rolling out a high-profile
media campaign of TV advertising, print and online marketing, as well as mass
sampling as they gear up for launch in the coming weeks.

    Michael Acton Smith, CEO, at Mind Candy commented: "Moshi Bandz are a
great way for fans to take their favorite monsters with them wherever they go
and share the characters with friends and family. This is a really exciting
development for us as we bring the virtual world alive with a range of
physical products."

    Moshi Bandz are due to launch in October across major retailers and
newsagents with Firebox.com set to launch pre-order in the coming days. They
are priced at £1.49 for a pack of 10 wristbands with hundreds to collect in
the first series. For more information on Moshi Bandz or retailer enquiries
visit http://www.moshibandz.com

    ABOUT MOSHI BANDZ

    Moshi Bandz are fun, bright and colourful wristbands that take the form
of popular Moshi Monsters characters and include varying shapes and colours
ranging in rarity from common to ultra rare. Moshi Bandz will launch in the
UK in October and will be priced at £1.49 per pack of 10 wristbands. With
hundreds in the series to collect, Moshi Bandz are set to become this
autumn's new kids' craze! For more information visit
http://www.moshibandz.com

    ABOUT MIND CANDY

    Mind Candy is one of the world's fastest growing social online gaming
companies and the global developer, operator and publisher of Moshi Monsters.
The company was founded in 2004 by Michael Acton Smith, a UK-based
entrepreneur who previously founded Firebox.com.

    ABOUT MOSHI MONSTERS

    Moshi Monsters is the world of adoptable monsters, combining adorable
virtual pets with social online gameplay and educational puzzles for
children. The puzzles test a variety of skills including basic maths, spatial
awareness, logic, counting, anagrams and vocabulary. Over 24 million monsters
have been created to date and over two million new players joining each month
making Moshi Monsters one of the world's fastest growing children's sites
with one new player joining every second! To date, hundreds of millions of
educational puzzles have been played and millions of virtual items sold each
day! For more information on Moshi Monsters visit
http://www.moshimonsters.com

    Note to Editors:

    A picture/s accompanying this release is available through the PA
Photowire. It can be downloaded from http://www.pa-mediapoint.press.net or
viewed at http://www.mediapoint.press.net or http://www.prnewswire.co.uk.

   
    MIND CANDY / MOSHI MONSTERS GLOBAL PR
    Edward Relf
    Chief Marketing Officer
    Mind Candy
    ed@mindcandy.com

    UK PR
    Jade Wilkinson
    LEWIS PR
    moshi@lewispr.com
    +44(0)207-802-2626

    AUSTRALIA PR
    Gemma Maughan
    LEWIS PR
    gemmam@lewispr.com
    +61-2-9409-3100

    US PR
    Megan Kellett
    Bender / Helper Impact
    mindcandy@bhimpact.com
    +1-310-694-3102

Source: Mind Candy

MIND CANDY / MOSHI MONSTERS GLOBAL PR, Edward Relf,
Chief Marketing Officer, Mind Candy, ed@mindcandy.com; UK PR, Jade Wilkinson,
LEWIS PR, moshi@lewispr.com, +44(0)207-802-2626; AUSTRALIA PR, Gemma Maughan,
LEWIS PR, gemmam@lewispr.com, +61-2-9409-3100; US PR, Megan Kellett, Bender / Helper Impact, mindcandy@bhimpact.com, +1-310-694-3102

'Free' Laptop Deals are Still Number one With Consumers

CAMBRIDGE, England, August 10, 2010--     Despite claims mobile broadband sales have dipped, and some bad press for
both mobile broadband speeds and the way the offers are marketed, so-called
'free' laptop deals are still number one with consumers, according to
Broadbandgenie.co.uk.

    There has been much criticism of the sales term 'free laptops'. The cost
of the laptop is actually factored in to the monthly payments through the
contract, which normally spreads over two years. They are more like hire
purchase arrangements, but with little (if any) extra interest added, making
them a very tempting proposition for many.

    Almost half of mobile broadband sales made after comparing products at
Broadband Genie are still laptop deals, despite the fact dongle-only and
pay-as-you-go deals are significantly cheaper. Deals where the laptop isn't
'free', but greatly reduced in price, are also proving extremely popular.

    This figure has not changed significantly over the past year, despite the
fact broadband suppliers have pulled back from promoting and advertising
these deals, with some stopping them altogether. Despite this, the public's
desire for them is still very strong.

    These figures are even more surprising when you account for the fact
mobile broadband networks tend to reject around 75 per cent of online
applications made for 'free' laptop deals, due to credit ratings not meeting
their required standards.

    Broadband Genie editor Chris Marling said: "Mobile broadband is getting a
bit of a hammering from all sides at the moment. Average speeds are a
fraction of those advertised, and haven't gone up significantly for what
seems like an age - a far cry from the challenge to home broadband some
predicted.

    "At the other end of the scale, the mobile has become a real challenger
on data. Smartphones are getting cheaper and more sophisticated at the same
time, while an ever growing abundance of 'apps' make surfing the web, getting
email and hooking up to social networking sites a breeze.

    "But so-called 'free' laptop deals are still hugely popular with the
British public. In hard economic times, when savings have dried up, it's nice
to know you can get a great laptop, and get online, as soon as you sign the
deal - often with no initial financial outlay."

    NOTES TO EDITORS

    1. Broadband Genie is the UK's leading independent broadband, mobile
broadband and smartphone comparison website, providing consumers with an
unbiased source of information on prices and contracts and allowing them to
compare broadband providers in an independent environment. Broadband Genie
was launched in March 2004 as the first dedicated consumer comparison site
for broadband, while Mobile Broadband Genie was the first independent mobile
broadband comparison site, launched in October 2007. The sites were combined
in 2010, with the addition of smartphone comparison. The site is one of the
most popular in its field, regularly featuring in the national press.
http://www.broadbandgenie.co.uk

    2. All queries and interview requests should be directed to Chris Marling
at Broadband Genie: chris.marling@genieventures.co.uk

    http://www.broadbandgenie.co.uk

Source: Broadband Genie

All queries and interview requests should be directed to Chris Marling at Broadband Genie: t +44(0)844-415-5531 / f +44(0)871-6618553 / m +44(0)7908-327303 / chris.marling@genieventures.co.uk

New Epson WorkForce 320 and Epson WorkForce 325 All-in-Ones Deliver Superior Performance and Efficiency for Start-Ups, Home-Based Businesses

LONG BEACH, Calif., Aug. 10 -- Epson America, Inc., a leading provider of superior performing desktop printing solutions, today introduced the Epson WorkForce® 320 and Epson WorkForce 325, two entry-level printer/copier/scanner/fax all-in-ones for home-based businesses at an affordable price. With a 30-page automatic document feeder for increased efficiency, Epson's exclusive DURABrite® Ultra all-pigment inks that are fade(1), water(2) and smudge resistant, and built-in Wi-Fi® n(3) offered in the WorkForce 325, these new WorkForce models deliver superior performance and quality.

"Epson knows that home-based business professionals such as realtors, architects and business consultants are traditionally conscious of costs and don't have time to think about their business tools. They require an affordable solution that addresses their business output needs while providing high-quality results," said Jennifer Liao, product manager, Consumer Ink Jets, Epson America, Inc. "With the WorkForce 320 or WorkForce 325, home-based businesses can rely on a cost-efficient all-in-one to easily print, copy, scan, and fax important documents."

With several high-value features for a home office, including built-in Wi-Fi n connectivity, robust OCR software to easily convert scanned documents into editable/searchable text, and one-touch color and black and white copying, the WorkForce 325 boosts productivity and increases efficiency. In addition, it allows users to easily scan directly to PDF and e-mail, archive important documents, and fax documents directly from a computer(4).

  Additional Features of the WorkForce 320 and WorkForce 325:
  --  ISO print speeds of 4.3 ISO ppm black and 2.2 ISO ppm color(5)
  --  Individual ink cartridges for replacing only the color that is needed
  --  Instant drying inks to immediately touch laser quality documents and
      photos
  --  Captures every detail for document archiving with 1200 dpi scanning
  --  Saves up to 50 percent of paper supply with manual, two-sided
      printing(6)
  --  Uses up to 70 percent less power than laser printers(7)
  --  ENERGY STAR® qualified, RoHS compliant, and designed to be recycled(8)
  --  5760 x 1440 dpi printing
  --  Epson MicroPiezo® print head technology with smart nozzles delivers
      ink droplets in as many as three sizes, some as small as three
      picoliters, delivering sharp, laser-like quality text while optimizing
      print speeds

  Pricing and Availability

The WorkForce 320 ($79.99*) is currently available, and the WorkForce 325 ($99.99*) will be available in mid-August,  through major computer, office and electronic superstores, a variety of retail stores nationwide, mail order, PC manufacturers, the Internet, and Epson's own retail site, http://www.epsonstore.com. For more information, please see the WorkForce 325 fact sheet.

About Epson America Inc.

Epson America, Inc. is a leading provider of an extensive range of printers, 3LCD projectors, scanners and point-of-service printers that are renowned for their high quality, functionality, innovation and energy efficiency. Epson America is a U.S. affiliate of Seiko Epson Corporation, which employs more than 70,000 people in 106 companies around the world. Seiko Epson is committed to its ongoing contributions to the global environment and for the second year in a row has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index, an indicator for leading companies in economic, environmental and social criteria.

Specifications are subject to change without notice. Epson is a registered trademark, Epson Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark, and Exceed Your Vision is a trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. DURABrite is a registered trademark of Epson America, Inc. All other product and brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks.

(1)Display permanence based on accelerated testing of prints displayed under glass in indoor display conditions; album permanence based on accelerated testing of prints in dark storage conditions. Actual print stability will vary according to media, printed image, display conditions, light intensity, temperature, humidity and atmospheric conditions. Epson does not guarantee the longevity of prints. For maximum print life, display all prints under glass or UV filter or properly store them.

(2)Water resistance on Epson Glossy Papers, Epson Matte Papers and plain papers when using genuine Epson inks.

(3)Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n certified; level of performance subject to the range of the router being used.

(4)For sending faxes on Windows® only.

(5)ISO ppm is based on the new international standard for measuring print speed.  Black and color print speeds are determined in default, single-side mode in accordance with ISO/IEC 24734. Actual print times will vary based on system configuration, software, and page complexity. See http://www.epson.com/printspeed for details, including complete ISO reports.

(6)Some applications and/or functions may not be supported by Mac®.

(7)Compared to the best selling monochrome and color multifunction laser printers available for $499 or less as of January 1, 2009. Actual power savings will vary by product model and usage.

(8)See our website for convenient and reasonable recycling options at http://www.epson.com/recycle.

*Estimated street price

Source: Epson America, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Caroline Zubieta of Epson America, Inc., +1-562-290-4026, Fax,
+1-562-290-5131, caroline_zubieta@ea.epson.com; or Patrick Gevas of Walt &
Company, +1-408-369-7200, ext. 1051, pgevas@walt.com for Epson America, Inc.

Web Site:  http://www.epson.com/

.CO Internet Announces Landrush Auctions for .CO Domain Names

Registry Reaffirms Commitment to Protect the Rights of Brand Owners

MIAMI, Aug. 10 -- .CO Internet S.A.S. (http://www.COinternet.co) announced that auctions will commence today for the more than 2,500 .CO domain applications that received multiple bids during the .CO "Landrush" phase.  The auctions, which will take place over the course of the next four weeks, are only open to the individuals and entities that previously applied to register a specific .CO domain during the .CO Landrush phase. Eligible parties must register at http://www.COauctions.co in order to participate.

After only three weeks since its launch, nearly 410,000 .CO domain names have been registered in more than 180 countries worldwide. Among the more than 2,500 domains to be auctioned, the three with the most applicants are Slots.co, Insure.co and Denver.co.  Other notable .CO domain names up for auction include Mexi.co, America.co, Betting.co, Vitamins.co, UsedCars.co, Happy.co, Ebook.co and Jackpot.co.

"As the .CO domain extension continues to generate global demand, I suspect we will see many exciting Landrush auctions for highly sought after domain names in the coming weeks," said Lori Anne Wardi, Director of Marketing at .CO Internet S.A.S. "These auctions are particularly important because they will help to define the nature of the secondary market for .CO domain names, in addition to further inspiring confidence among existing registrants about the value and long-term viability of the .CO name space."

.CO Registry Reaffirms Commitment to Create a Safe, Secure Name Space

As the registry operator of the .CO TLD, .CO Internet recognizes its responsibility to serve as a reliable trustee for the .CO domain and to manage the registry in a responsible way. As such, in an Open Letter to .CO Domain Registrants published yesterday, the .CO Registry reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the rights of brand owners and domain investors, and to creating a safer, more secure online experience for corporations, organizations, entrepreneurs and individuals from around the world.

In an effort to maximize compliance and minimize confusion, the open letter is intended to educate both existing .CO domain name registrants and Landrush auctioneers about the Registry's policies and safeguards against cyber-squatting and other domain name abuses.

"Naturally we are pleased about the incredible demand that .CO domain names have generated during the Landrush phase," said Eduardo Santoyo, Corporate VP and ccTLD Manager at .CO Internet. "That said, we want to make sure that both existing registrants and auction bidders fully understand the policies and mechanisms that have been put in place to protect their rights and the rights of brand owners world-wide."

These include, for example, certain mechanisms to prevent domain name abuse and to resolve domain disputes, such as the Uniform Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy (UDRP), which was adopted by ICANN (the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers) and incorporated by reference into .CO domain registration agreements, as a means to quickly and efficiently settle domain name disputes between registrants and third parties.

As with registrants who bought domain names directly via domain registrars, those who buy domains in .CO Landrush auctions will be responsible for determining whether a potential registration may infringe on or violate someone else's legal rights. UDRP administrative proceedings are binding, and no refunds will be given under any circumstances -- regardless of the amount paid to secure the domain name, how the domain was acquired, and/or whether the registrant or bidder was aware or unaware of any infringement.

Santoyo continues, "By creating and actively enforcing these policies, we hope to make the .CO domain extension a safer, more secure online environment for all .CO domain users."

Prior to bidding on a domain name as part of the CO Landrush auction process, all bidders are urged to consult with a qualified trademark attorney.

About .CO Internet S.A.S.

.CO Internet S.A.S. is the Registry Operator for the .CO top-level domain. Headquartered in Colombia, .CO Internet was formed by a strategic venture between Arcelandia S.A. and Neustar, Inc. (NYSE:NSR). The .CO domain offers individuals and businesses a truly global, recognizable and credible option in branding their online presence. Thanks to leading-edge technology, enhanced security and unprecedented rights protections for brand owners, the .CO domain is poised to become the world's next premier web address. For additional information, please visit http://www.COinternet.co. You can also follow us on Twitter @dotCO and on http://www.facebook.com/COinternet.

Source: .CO Internet S.A.S.
   

CONTACT:  Eric Sokolsky, +1-908-288-7201, eric@sparkpr.com, or Donna
Burke, +1-415-321-1862, donna@sparkpr.com, both of Sparkpr, for .CO Internet
S.A.S.; or Lori Anne Wardi, Director of Marketing of .CO Internet S.A.S.,
+1-917-838-6743, lori@COinternet.co

Web Site:  http://www.cointernet.co/

Honeywell Acquires Shares of Sperian Protection Held by Essilor International and Mrs. Ginette Dalloz

MORRIS TOWNSHIP, N.J., Aug. 10 -- Honeywell (NYSE: HON) announces it has acquired all of the shares of Sperian Protection held by Essilor International, Mrs. Ginette Dalloz and Societe Civile Familiale Dalloz, at a price of Euros 117 per share (dividend attached), in accordance with the previously announced Share Purchase Agreement.  As a result of this acquisition, Honeywell now holds 28.28% of the share capital and 27.53% of the voting rights of Sperian Protection.

The selling shareholders received the same price as is to be paid to Sperian shareholders tendering their shares in the pending all cash tender offer filed by Honeywell Holding France, which opened on July 12, 2010 and will close on September 2, 2010 with settlement for tendered shares to be made on September 15, 2010.

The completion of this offer has been cleared by the U.S. and European antitrust authorities and remains subject only to the successful tender by Sperian's shareholders of shares representing no less than 57% of the fully diluted number of shares (including the stakes that have just been acquired from Essilor, Societe Civile Familiale Dalloz and Mrs. Ginette Dalloz).

Pursuant to the provisions of 232-4 of the General Regulations of the AMF, the offer will be automatically reopened on the trading day following publication of the final results if there is a positive outcome. If the offer is reopened, the terms of the reopened offer will be identical to the terms of the offer. In such case, the AMF will publish the timetable for the reopening of the offer, which will last in principle ten trading days.

Sperian Protection is a leader in personal protection equipment (PPE) design and manufacturing and will be combined within Honeywell's Automation and Control Solutions' Life Safety business.

The tender offer prospectus (note d'information) cleared by the AMF is available for consultation on the website of the AMF (http://www.amf-france.org) and of Honeywell (http://www.honeywell.com/sites/fr) and may be obtained free of charge from:

                          Honeywell Holding
    Deutsche Bank AG            France         Lazard Freres Banque
                                                    121 boulevard
  Succursale de Paris    2, rue de l'Avenir           Haussmann
      3, avenue de        Zone Industrielle
        Friedland             Inova 3000            75008 Paris
      75008 Paris      88150 Thaon-les-Vosges       -----------
      -----------      ----------------------

Honeywell (http://www.honeywell.com) is a Fortune 100 diversified technology and manufacturing leader, serving customers worldwide with aerospace products and services; control technologies for buildings, homes, and industry; automotive products; turbochargers; and specialty materials. Based in Morris Township, N.J., Honeywell's shares are traded on the New York, London, and Chicago Stock Exchanges. For more news and information on Honeywell, please visit http://www.honeywellnow.com.

This release contains certain statements that may be deemed "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, that address activities, events or developments that we or our management intends, expects, projects, believes or anticipates will or may occur in the future are forward-looking statements. Such statements are based upon certain assumptions and assessments made by our management in light of their experience and their perception of historical trends, current economic and industry conditions, expected future developments and other factors they believe to be appropriate. The forward-looking statements included in this release are also subject to a number of material risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to economic, competitive, governmental, and technological factors affecting our operations, markets, products, services and prices. Such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, and actual results, developments and business decisions may differ from those envisaged by such forward-looking statements.

  Honeywell Contacts:
  U.S. Media                                Investor Relations
  Robert C. Ferris                          Elena Doom
  (973) 455-3388                            (973) 455-2222
  rob.ferris@honeywell.comelena.doom@honeywell.com

  Europe Media                              Toll free number
                                             (individual
  Ilse Schouteden                            shareholders):
  +32 47 620 9019                                    00 800 2667 8832
  ilse.schouteden@honeywell.com

Source: Honeywell
   

CONTACT:  U.S. Media, Robert C. Ferris, +1-973-455-3388,
rob.ferris@honeywell.com, or Investor Relations, Elena Doom, +1-973-455-2222,
elena.doom@honeywell.com, or Europe Media, Ilse Schouteden, +32-47-620-9019,
ilse.schouteden@honeywell.com, or Toll free number (individual shareholders),
00 800 2667 8832

Web Site:  http://www.honeywell.com/

China Grants Samplify Patents for Wireless Base Station Technologies

Chinese Government Forging Strong Business Relationships with Multinationals

SHANGHAI, Aug. 9 -- Samplify Systems, Inc., a leading provider of signal-compression technology, semiconductors, and solutions, today announced it has been granted its first patents in China.  The following China utility model patents were granted by the China State Intellectual Property Office covering the use of compression on links that carry digital baseband or radio frequency (RF) signals in wireless base stations (BTS) manufactured or sold in China:

  Patent Numbers
                 Apparatus for compression of baseband signals in base
  -------------- transceiver systems
  200920178152.5
                 Apparatus for compression of signals in base transceiver
  200920178151.0 systems

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Samplify's Prism IQ compression technology is now protected by these Chinese patents.  Prism IQ significantly reduces the cost and capacity of fiber-optic connections, based on the Common Public Radio Interface (CPRI), between the radio units and baseband units at the top and bottom of a wireless base station, respectively.  As today's wireless environments migrate to 4G, Samplify's compression technology increases today's fiber-optic capacity from 10 Gbps to up to 20 Gbps for TD-LTE deployments in China.

According to Al Wegener, Samplify CTO and founder, "The deployment of TD-LTE in China will require up to 20 Gbps connections between the radio units and the baseband units.  Working with China's leading mobile BTS manufacturers, we have already verified 2:1 data compression rates which will save millions of dollars as China rolls out TD-LTE nationwide."

Today's announcement is a win-win for both American and Chinese companies as it further demonstrates the Chinese government's willingness to enhance the country's business environment and relationships with foreign corporations.

"Protection of intellectual property is the cornerstone for enabling China's migration from 'Made in China' to 'Designed in China'," says Tom Sparkman, Samplify CEO.  "These patents not only protect our technology, but will give Chinese OEMs wider access to international intellectual property that will accelerate their time to market for differentiated solutions."

About Samplify Systems:

Samplify is a venture-funded solution provider of signal compression technology and semiconductor products.  Headquartered in Santa Clara, CA, Samplify's customers include wireless infrastructure, medical imaging, and industrial control companies.  Samplify's technology and semiconductor products, including the SAM1600 family, have won multiple industry awards for innovation, including the first data converter with integrated data compression.  Additional information about Samplify can be found at http://www.samplify.com.

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Source: Samplify Systems, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Allan Evans, VP Marketing of Samplify Systems, +1-408-260-4011,
aevans@samplify.com; or Nancy Sheffield of Tsantes Consulting Group,
+1-408-410-9928, nsheffield@tsantes.com, for Samplify Systems

Web Site:  http://www.samplify.com/

deviantART Announces Groundbreaking HTML5 Drawing Tool -- deviantART Muro

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Aug. 9 -- DeviantART.com introduces its latest contribution to artists around the world -- a web-based HTML5 drawing tool with full-blown layer capabilities, pressure sensitivity, and multiple brushes -- offered free to all members of deviantART.

DeviantART Muro takes advantage of HTML5 to provide superior function, speed, and flexibility over any other web-based drawing application, and its launch on deviantART ensures its immediate adoption by millions of artists worldwide.  DeviantART Muro fully integrates Wacom's pressure sensitivity plug-in.  Wacom is the world leader in drawing tablets.  DeviantART Muro is the most powerful and simplest to use web-based drawing application available and is compatible with more devices than any distant competitor.

"DeviantART Muro is pure fun for anyone," said deviantART's co-founder and CEO, Angelo Sotira.  "But it's also a highly sophisticated application that will meet and exceed the needs of professionals in the arts.  DeviantART Muro offers the best brushes for pressure sensitivity on the web, and because of its design, we can continually expand the tool's features and functions in response to user comments or to new devices, almost on the fly."

The drawing tool is free to all members of deviantART, as is membership to the site.  DeviantART enjoys a continuing and unbroken record of providing visual artists the most complete and active social network worldwide.  Among the features available in deviantART Muro are:

  --  Over 20 brushes, each uniquely programmed
  --  Basic and Pro modes, both of which are free
  --  Ability to use unlimited layers with variable opacity
  --  Ability upload directly to your deviantART gallery or save to your
      hard drive
  --  iPad support
  --  Advanced keyboard shortcuts

DeviantART Muro works on more devices than Adobe tools because it takes advantage of the latest developments in HTML5 and sits natively without download in the user's browser.  Corel, another market leader in drawing applications, offers nothing comparable in web function.

  DeviantART Muro has proven to be an overnight sensation.

  For more details about deviantART Muro, visit:
  http://news.deviantart.com/article/125373/

  About deviantART:

DeviantART was created to entertain, inspire, and empower the artist in all of us. Founded in August 2000, deviantART is the largest social network for artists and art enthusiasts. A platform that allows emerging and established artists to exhibit, promote, and sell their works, deviantART offers a vibrant community that receives over 100,000 daily uploads of original art, ranging from traditional works to digital art, film, literature, and beyond.

Source: deviantART
   

CONTACT:  Heidi Chambers, Director of Marketing of deviantART, Inc.,
+1-323-645-6024, heidi@deviantart.com

Web Site:  http://news.deviantart.com/article/125373/