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V-MODA Unveils Two New Colors of Revolutionary Crossfade LP Over-Ear Headphones

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Aug. 5 -- V-MODA, the authentic music lifestyle brand and manufacturer of award-winning headphones, today announces two new color additions to their top-selling Crossfade LP line, the world's most fashion-forward headphones.

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Perfect for music-lovers with an eye for design, the new Rouge and Nero models include fashionable crocodile etchings on the metal ear cups with eye-catching color accents on the headband. The Crossfade LP Rouge features red accents on the headband, a red and black audio cable, as well as an all black three-button remote cable. The Crossfade LP Nero displays royal purple headband accents and comes with a black and purple audio cable, and an all black three-button remote cable.

"Over-ear headphones are a major fashion statement in today's music culture. We created Crossfade LP to be the one functional fashion accessory that you will wear every day," said Val Kolton, professional DJ and CEO of V-MODA. "Music lovers can enjoy the live sound stage created with the most precise engineering and ultimate durability while showcasing their individual style with our newest colors and designs."

Product Info

Featuring patent-pending 50mm Dual-Diaphragm High-Definition Drivers, the Crossfade LP delivers multiple driver sound with the efficiency of a single driver. The driver's unique dual-diaphragm construction consists of a harder inner ring providing an extended high range and a softer outer ring for deep lows. The result is deep vibrant bass, organic mid-range, and crystal clarity on portable devices without the need for batteries. Supple memory foam ear cushions isolate noise and immerse you into your own world of audio nirvana. Constructed of ultra lightweight metals and luxurious fabrics, the Crossfade LP is the ultimate multi-purpose headphone, perfect for on the go, at the gym or on stage. For listeners on the move, the Crossfade LP is equipped with a detachable cable featuring a three-button remote control and high-fidelity microphone to easily change volume and answer or end phone calls. Using a revolutionary metal "V" design and supple memory foam ear cushions, the Crossfade LP offers a comfortable fit tailored by ergonomic experts. Relentless research went into the precise shape and materials of the headband and ear cushions, resulting in a tailored, fashionable fit without unsightly gaps and minimal pressure on the head and ears for extended play. Four years of testing the Crossfade LP on tour and in everyday life situations resulted in a tank-like steel frame, flexible memory headband, and detachable Kevlar®-reinforced cables to ensure unprecedented rock solid durability.

Compatibility

Equipped with a detachable three-button remote control and microphone cable, the Crossfade LP lets you take calls in stereo. The remote/mic cable gives complete control of calls and music, featuring volume control, music and video playback, voice memo recording and the ability to answer calls with the iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS and iPhone 3G. In addition, the remote control is compatible with the latest Mac lineup, including the MacBook, MacBook Pro, iMac and Mac Pro and can be used to iChat, play games and utilize other audio recording applications. A long (69") audio cable with 1/4" adapter is also included so you can listen to music from your iPod, iPad, DJ mixer and professional audio equipment. Mic + call control compatible with any iPhone and all phones with a 3.5mm port. Visit v-moda.com/compatibility.

  Additional Product Info
  The Crossfade LP includes:
  --  Two detachable Kevlar®-reinforced cables with 24k gold-plated 45
      degree plugs:
      --  One 3.5mm audio fabric cable for universal audio device
          compatibility*
      --  One 3.5mm fabric cable with three-button remote control and
          microphone for use with the latest iPhone, iPad, iPod and
          MacBook**
  --  One 1/4" adapter for DJ and pro audio system connectivity
  --  Distinctive exoskeleton carrying case with V-STRAP storage system,
      ensuring headphones are protected in style
  --  One-year V-MODA premier warranty
  --  Replay Replacement Program - 50 percent off lifetime discount to
      replace consumer-damaged headphones

  Availability

The Crossfade LP Nero is currently available at Best Buy stores and online at shop.vmoda.com and amazon.com. Crossfade LP Rouge is available online at shop.vmoda.com and amazon.com. The retail price is $249.99.

For More Info

Please visit v-moda.com for additional details. To see more information and videos on V-MODA's

  dedication to quality and durability, visit v-moda.com/quality.

  About V-MODA

V-MODA is the authentic music lifestyle brand based in the heart of Hollywood that is distinguished by its fashion-forward design, unparalleled quality and unequivocal passion for music. V-MODA products are the result of fusing professional DJ and CEO Val Kolton's verve for Italian design with the essence and allure of Hollywood. Together with the world's most influential DJs and musicians, V-MODA is forging the remix revolution.

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*Audio compatible with the iPod®, iPhone®, iPad(TM), CD, MP3, portable gaming, computers and devices with a 3.5mm audio port.

**Remote and mic are supported only by iPod nano® (4th and 5th generation), iPod classic® (120GB, 160GB only), iPod touch® (2nd and 3rd generation), iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4 and iPad. The remote is supported by iPod shuffle® (3rd generation).  Mic + call control compatible with any iPhone and all phones with a 3.5mm port.

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CONTACT:  Katie Casey of Formula, +1-310-578-7050, casey@formulapr.com,
for V-MODA

Web Site:  http://v-moda.com/

Verizon FiOS and Sportskool Launch National Youth Sports Awareness Campaign

'Watch to Win' Sweepstakes on FiOS TV VOD Offers 'Coaches & Parents: It's More Than A Game' Campaign

NEW YORK and ANNAPOLIS, Md., Aug. 5 -- Verizon FiOS and Sportskool, the free on-demand network dedicated to expert sports instruction and entertainment, are joining forces on a campaign to help parents and coaches deal with the challenges of today's youth athletics.  As families prepare for the start of the school year, FiOS TV subscribers now have access to Sportskool's "Coaches & Parents: It's More Than A Game" video-on-demand programming, including a Watch to Win sweepstakes with multiple prizes.

Host of the VOD series is actor, parent and volunteer coach Sean Astin, who starred in the hit movies "Rudy" and "Lord of the Rings."

"I'm proud to be associated with the broadcasts," Astin said.  "The experience has made me a better coach and a better parent for my three young athletes, my daughters."

The series, which features 13 original programs that target America's 44 million youth sports participants and their families, is particularly valuable at a time when poor sportsmanship and childhood obesity dominate the headlines.  Every program in the series delivers advice and tips from pro athletes like Tony Gonzalez and Willie McGinest of the NFL; legendary coaches including NBA Hall of Famer Dave Cowens and women's ice hockey coach Lauren McCauliffe; and national experts Tina Syer from the Positive Coaching Alliance, Sport in Society's Dan Lebowitz and John Engh from the National Alliance for Youth Sports.

FiOS TV customers can watch the free programming any time, and can easily enter the sweepstakes by going to the "SportskoolWatch2Win" category found in the "What's Hot" VOD folder.   The sweepstakes is available only on Verizon FiOS TV, and subscribers are eligible for unlimited entries to win $2,000 for their favorite local youth sports organization or school athletic program.  The contest runs through Sept. 27, and eight grand-prize winners will be announced in the fall.

"With 7 percent of children dropping out of youth sports by age 13, coaches and parents will find this programming, our extensive website tools (http://www.coachesandparents.com) and social media especially valuable," said Sportskool President Andrew Walworth.  "Parents face so many challenges both on and off the field, from monitoring sideline behavior to teaching sportsmanship to dealing with officials.  With topics including essentials for a successful parent-coach relationship, respecting refs and officials, positive practice strategies, game day motivation and coping with mistakes, this series presents the best current thinking on how to handle these and other issues."

Shawn Strickland, vice president of consumer strategy for Verizon, said, "Sportskool presents our FiOS TV customers with some of the most intriguing video-on-demand sports programming available for families.  Joining forces with Sportskool presents a great opportunity for Verizon to help support our subscribers' local youth sports organizations and school athletic programs and hopefully engage more families in the rewarding and fun world of sports and fitness."

In addition to Sportskool's VOD programming, FiOS TV customers can engage with the "Coaches & Parents" message via social media or by visiting http://www.coachesandparents.com for valuable resources and interactive tools such as a parents' poll, tips, quizzes and a code of conduct.  Sportskool is part of Verizon's leading VOD service, which includes 18,000 monthly titles, 70 percent of which are free.  In addition, FiOS offers a broad collection of programming, with more than 565 all-digital channels including up to 142 HD channels.  FiOS also provides next-generation interactive services including an advanced interactive media guide; social networking, news and entertainment widgets; remote DVR management via broadband or cell phone; and more.

For the latest news, updates and information about FiOS TV, visit http://www.verizon.com/newscenter and http://www.verizon.com/athomeblog.

About Sportskool

Sportskool is owned by Grace Creek Media, an Annapolis, Maryland based production, distribution and media management company. Sportskool is the preeminent television source for in-depth, expert sports instruction and entertainment. Sportskool programming is available in more than 37 million U.S. homes on VOD and is distributed through major television providers including Verizon FiOS, Comcast, Time Warner Cable, Mediacom, Cablevision, Insight and Suddenlink. Content is also available on sportskool.com.

About Verizon

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:VZ)(NASDAQ:VZ), headquartered in New York, is a global leader in delivering broadband and other wireless and wireline communications services to mass market, business, government and wholesale customers.  Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, serving more than 92 million customers nationwide.  Verizon also provides converged communications, information and entertainment services over America's most advanced fiber-optic network, and delivers innovative, seamless business solutions to customers around the world.  A Dow 30 company, Verizon last year generated consolidated revenues of more than $107 billion.  For more information, visit http://www.verizon.com.

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

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or Christina Mazzanti, +1-410-280-8528, christina.mazzanti@gracecreek.com,

Web Site:  http://www.verizon.com/

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Sonic Solutions and Widevine Team to Expand Mobile Movie Access

Enable Retailers to Deliver Movie Streaming Services to iPhone, iPad, Blackberry, and Android Smart Phones

NOVATO, Calif. and SEATTLE, Aug. 5 -- Sonic Solutions® (NASDAQ:SNIC) and Widevine, today announced they are collaborating to provide retailers the opportunity to offer movie services on a broad array of mobile devices and smart phones from a range of manufacturers. Combining Widevine's digital rights management (DRM) and adaptive streaming technologies with Sonic's RoxioNow(TM) entertainment platform, the expanded device support will help increase the reach of retail partner storefronts by facilitating the efficient, secure, and optimized delivery of movies and other video content to popular Android, iPad, iPhone, and Blackberry devices. New device support is expected to be rolled out by partners this holiday season.

"By teaming with Widevine, a clear leader in the industry, we are able to seamlessly overcome the technical hurdles of digital rights management and platform optimization behind the scenes, enabling our partners to deliver a compelling, hassle-free movie experience to their customers," said Mark Ely, Executive Vice President, Sonic Solutions. "With the new mobile support, we continue to build out an open, multi-manufacturer ecosystem of 'movie-enabled' devices and allow our partners to touch more consumers in more places."

The Widevine platform is deployed by major Internet content services and large cable, satellite, and telecommunication companies launching over-the-top and TV Everywhere strategies. The company's software platform optimizes the entertainment experience for content delivered over any network to any device. The solution is natively supported in nearly all major brands and types of network-connected consumer electronics including televisions, Blu-ray players, mobile devices, gaming systems and more.

"Widevine's technologies are arming the industry with the capabilities they need to provide today's consumers what they crave - their favorite entertainment on their preferred device at a time that most convenient to them," said Brian Baker, CEO, Widevine. "With Sonic, we will deliver an unbelievable mobile movie experience to the latest range of next-generation handsets."

The latest support for iPhone, iPad, Blackberry, and Android devices further enhance the RoxioNow platform's mobile capabilities, which already offers support for handsets running the Windows Mobile Operating System, as well all DivX Certified® portable devices. In addition to powering on-the-go movie access, RoxioNow offers support for a complete range of connected home devices including HDTVs, Blu-ray Disc players, PCs, and set-top boxes, from a range of manufacturers. RoxioNow has been selected to power digital entertainment services for a range of companies including Best Buy, Blockbuster, Dell, HP, Kmart, Lionsgate, and Sears.

About Widevine

Widevine provides digital media solutions for the delivery of digital entertainment to any device. Hundreds of service providers and device manufacturers use Widevine's multiplatform DRM and video optimization solutions for securing high quality video and audio. Today, millions of consumers enjoy digital entertainment secured and optimized by Widevine on retail consumer electronics devices and legacy STBs from all major consumer brands. With over 60 patents Widevine is an industry leader and innovator of content protection and video optimization technologies. For more information: http://www.widevine.com.

Widevine is a privately held corporation headquartered in Seattle, WA, whose investors include Cisco Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:CSCO), Charter Ventures, Constellation Ventures, Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd (DNP), Liberty Global (NASDAQ:LBTYA), PaceSetter Capital Group, Phoenix Partners, Samsung Ventures America, TELUS (NYSE:TU), and VantagePoint Venture Partners.

About Sonic Solutions

Sonic Solutions® (NASDAQ:SNIC) is powering the digital media ecosystem through its complete range of Hollywood to Home(TM) applications, services, and technologies. Sonic's Roxio products enable consumers to easily manage and enjoy personal media and premium Hollywood entertainment on a broad range of connected devices. A wide array of leading technology firms, professionals, businesses, and developers rely on Sonic to bring innovative digital media functionality to next-generation devices and platforms. Sonic Solutions is headquartered in Marin County, California.

Forward Looking Statements

This release may contain forward looking statements that are based upon current expectations, including the launch, distribution, and market acceptance of the Sonic and Widevine collaboration. Actual results could differ materially from those projected in the forward looking statements as a result of various risks and uncertainties, including those discussed in Sonic Solutions' annual and quarterly reports on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission. This press release should be read in conjunction with Sonic Solutions' most recent annual report on Form 10-K, Form 10-Q and other reports on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which contain a more detailed discussion of the Company's business including risks and uncertainties that may affect future results. Sonic Solutions does not undertake to update any forward looking statements.

Sonic, the Sonic logo, Sonic Solutions, Roxio, RoxioNow, and Hollywood to Home, are trademarks or registered trademarks owned by Sonic Solutions in the United States and/or other countries. All other company or product names are trademarks of their respective owners and, in some cases, are used by Sonic Solutions under license. Specifications, pricing and delivery schedules are subject to change without notice.

*Pending final device review by content providers

Source: Sonic Solutions
   

CONTACT:  Chris Taylor of Sonic Solutions, +1-408-367-5231,
Chris_taylor@sonic.com; or Kristine F. Bennett of Calysto Communications,
+1-404-266-2060, ext. 13, kfbennett@calysto.com, for Widevine

Web Site:  http://www.sonic.com/

Onstream Media Debuts MarketPlace365(TM) with SUBWAY®

Over 100 Food, Beverage and Consumer Packaged Goods Providers Participating in SUBWAY's New Online B2B Marketplace

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Aug. 5 -- Onstream Media Corporation (NASDAQ:ONSM), a leading online service provider of live and on-demand Internet broadcasting, corporate web communications and virtual marketplace technology, has announced the debut of its MarketPlace365(TM) virtual tradeshow platform with SUBWAY®. Over 100 of the top food, beverage and consumer packaged goods and service providers are participating in the restaurant chain's new online, business-to-business marketplace. Participating companies include: Coca Cola, Frito Lay, ADP, Comcast, Dr. Pepper/Seven Up Inc., DelMonte Fresh Produce Inc., McCain Foods, Sysco, Val Pak, and Otis Spunkmeyer. The show is open to SUBWAY franchisees, employees, sponsors and vendors. The launch of the marketplace coincided with SUBWAY's annual convention held July 23 - 25 at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois.

The SUBWAY® restaurant chain is the world's largest submarine sandwich franchise, with more than 33,000 restaurants in 91 countries. In fact, the SUBWAY® brand was ranked the number one franchise opportunity in Entrepreneur magazine's "Annual Franchise 500®" listing.

"Onstream Media's MarketPlace365 platform is the type of comprehensive, unifying, virtual tradeshow and marketplace technology that we were looking for to extend value to our franchise owner community," said Fred DeLuca, Co-Founder of SUBWAY Restaurant Chain. "With SUBWAY locations in 91 countries, we needed a highly efficient communication tool to efficiently and effectively bring valuable information to our team. MarketPlace365 will help us bring the world of SUBWAY information, from marketing initiatives to equipment and services, home to the desktops of our local franchisees around the globe."

"SUBWAY's virtual tradeshow is a great, showcase example of what's possible using Onstream Media's self-provisioning, multimedia MarketPlace365 technology," said Randy Selman, President & CEO of Onstream Media. "SUBWAY is creating a perpetual online community of interest where its suppliers, manufacturers, franchisees, employees and sponsors can come together in an online forum to exchange information and stay current with new innovations throughout the SUBWAY organization."

  SUBWAY's MarketPlace365 features:
  --  Over 100 food, beverage and consumer packaged good and service
      providers - all with their own virtual booths;
  --  An array of communication tools including webcasting, webinars and
      direct chat;
  --  Rich, multimedia content management solutions for archived
      information; and
  --  The ability to further leverage social networks and syndicate content.

MarketPlace365 gives trade show organizers, entrepreneurs, publishers and associations the tools to create an online community for their market sector or area of interest, delivering lead generation, social networking and efficient information distribution. MarketPlace365 provides advanced media capabilities such as live and on demand webcasts, webinars and web conferences, searchable rich media libraries, virtual classroom training and on-line discussion forums.  In addition, the user generated content capability, with automated workflows, including transcoding of virtually all types of video formats, also allows effortless expansion of the marketplace's rich media content from many contributors.

About the SUBWAY Chain:

The SUBWAY® restaurant chain is the world's largest submarine sandwich franchise, with more than 33,000 locations in 91 countries. Headquartered in Milford, Connecticut, and with regional offices in Amsterdam, Beirut, Brisbane, Miami, and Singapore, the SUBWAY® chain was co-founded by Fred DeLuca and Dr. Peter Buck in 1965.

The SUBWAY® brand was ranked the number one franchise opportunity in Entrepreneur magazine's 2007 "Annual Franchise 500®" listing - the 15th time in 20 years that the chain has achieved this honor. For more information about the SUBWAY® restaurant chain, visit http://www.subway.com. SUBWAY® is a registered trademark of Doctor's Associates Inc.

About Onstream Media:

Onstream Media Corporation (NASDAQ:ONSM) is a leading online service provider of live and on-demand Internet broadcasting, corporate web communications and virtual marketplace technology. Onstream Media's innovative Digital Media Services Platform (DMSP) provides customers with cost effective tools for encoding, managing, indexing, and publishing content via the Internet. The DMSP provides intelligent delivery and syndication of video advertising, streaming video, mobile streaming and supports pay-per-view for online video and other rich media assets. The DMSP also provides an efficient workflow for transcoding and publishing user-generated content in combination with social networks and online video classifieds, utilizing Onstream Media's patent-pending Auction Video(TM) technology. The company's MarketPlace365(TM) solution enables publishers, associations, trade show promoters and entrepreneurs to rapidly and cost effectively self-deploy their own profitable, online virtual marketplaces. In addition, Onstream Media provides live and on-demand webcasting, webinars, web and audio conferencing services. To date, almost half of the Fortune 1000 companies and 78% of the Fortune 100 CEOs and CFOs have used Onstream Media's services. Select Onstream Media customers include: AAA, Bonnier Corporation, Dell, Disney, Georgetown University, National Press Club, PR Newswire, Shareholder.com (NASDAQ), Sony Pictures and the U.S. Government. Onstream Media's strategic relationships include Akamai, Adobe, BT Conferencing, eBay and Qwest. For more information, visit Onstream Media at http://www.onstreammedia.com or call 954-917-6655.

  Media Relations:

  Chris Faust
  Fastlane (Onstream Media)
  973-226-4379
  cfaust@fast-lane.net

  Michele DiNello
  Subway
  203-877-4281, ext. 1302
  203-877-4282
  dinello_m@subway.com

Source: Onstream Media Corporation
   

CONTACT:  Chris Faust, Fastlane (Onstream Media), +1-973-226-4379,
cfaust@fast-lane.net; Michele DiNello, Subway , +1-203-877-4281, ext. 1302,
+1-203-877-4282, dinello_m@subway.com

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

P&G's Give Health Launches 'Clean Water Blogivation' to Empower Female Bloggers to be Part of the Clean Water Solution

P&G Uses the Power of Online Communities to Share Stories and Inspire Action

CINCINNATI, Aug. 5, 2010 -- The Procter & Gamble Company (NYSE:PG) today announced a new social sustainability and social media campaign called the Give Health Clean Water Blogivation that will kick-off at the BlogHer 2010 Conference August 6-7. In partnership with Changents.com and P&G's Children's Safe Drinking Water program (CSDW), the Give Health Clean Water Blogivation will showcase the power of female bloggers to improve the lives of people in need of clean drinking water. To participate, female bloggers "give" a post for clean water and use their voice to rally online communities to vote for their story to help donate clean water. For every post and vote, P&G will donate a day of clean water to a person in need. The blogger with the most votes as of August 27, 2010 will win a trip to accompany Dr. Greg Allgood of CSDW on a clean water expedition in Africa and write the exclusive story. They will also receive a $15,000 donation to a 501c3 charity that tackles water issues.

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The Give Health Clean Water Blogivation is a unique engagement campaign that uses the power of digital storytelling to link online consumer actions with offline community impacts. Through its partnership with Changents.com, P&G will share the stories of its employees and partners behind the scenes of CSDW and of a humanitarian photographer documenting the global water crisis at http://www.GiveHealthBlogivation.com. CSDW Director Dr. Greg Allgood and photographer Cate Cameron will tell their stories to inspire consumers and provide resources for how they can be a part of the solution.

"P&G is committed to touching and improving lives of people around the globe, and providing clean drinking water to as many people as possible. I'm proud that we can build on the success of P&G's Children's Safe Drinking Water program to connect real women who care about water issues with the tools and resources they need to become change agents for clean water," said Dr. Greg Allgood, Director of P&G's Children's Safe Drinking Water Program. "Through the stories of our real world partners, like Alie Eleveld of the Safe Water Aids Project (SWAP) in Kenya, we hope to inspire and enable other women to share their stories and improve lives."

About P&G's Give Health

P&G is committed to improving the lives of people around the globe. Through P&G's Give Health program, the Company provides clean water, vaccines and education to children in need. Give Health is showcasing the power of female "change agents" to help provide clean drinking water to children in developing countries. Partnering with P&G's Children's Safe Drinking Water program, Give Health and female bloggers are using the power of online communities to touch lives and give water. To learn more and get involved, visit http://www.GiveHealthBlogivation.com.

About Procter & Gamble

Four billion times a day, P&G brands touch the lives of people around the world. The company has one of the strongest portfolios of trusted, quality, leadership brands, including Pampers®, Tide®, Ariel®, Always®, Whisper®, Pantene®, Mach3®, Bounty®, Dawn®, Gain®, Pringles®, Charmin®, Downy®, Lenor®, Iams®, Crest®, Oral-B®, Duracell®, Olay®, Head & Shoulders®, Wella®, Gillette®, Braun® and Fusion®. The P&G community includes approximately 127,000 employees working in about 80 countries worldwide. Please visit http://www.pg.com/ for the latest news and in-depth information about P&G and its brands.

About Changents

Changents (http://www.changents.com, @changents) engages audiences in the unfolding stories of Change Agents who are taking on the world's most urgent issues. With a mission to connect people who are changing the world with those who help them, Changents develops original, consumer-facing programs that align the world's most exciting Change Agents with top corporate citizens in support of each other.  Today Changents is proud to be helping hundreds of Change Agents working across 30 countries including artists and adventurers, entrepreneurs and inventors, musicians and first responders, athletes and activists.

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CONTACT:  P&G Media: Aja Silvas, P&G External Relations, +1-513-983-9226,
Silvas.a@pg.com, or Kara Gaffney, of PainePR, +1-212-613-4930, or Cell
+1-202-253-4651, kgaffney@painepr.com

Web Site:  http://www.pg.com/

Def Jam Rapstar Confirms Public Enemy, NAS, DJ Khaled and More in Game

New Freestyle Beats From Danja and Nitti Beats Announced

NEW YORK and EL SEGUNDO, Calif., Aug. 5 -- Today, 4mm Games, Terminal Reality and Def Jam Interactive are excited to announce additional tracks available in Def Jam Rapstar, the first true interactive Hip Hop music game experience coming October 5th to the Xbox 360(TM) video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and Wii(TM).

The ultimate emcee experience for video game consoles, Def Jam Rapstar is the only music game that focuses exclusively on Hip Hop, you and your social networks. With more than 40 of the greatest Hip Hop songs available at release, from Public Enemy's powerful "Fight The Power"", to Nas's "Hate Me Now" and DJ Khaled anthem "We Takin' Over", Def Jam Rapstar allows YOU to be the star by rhyming, using your console camera, and uploading your video to the fully integrated Def Jam Rapstar community at http://www.defjamrapstar.com.

Def Jam Rapstar is also pleased to announce that Danja and Nitti Beats join the likes of DJ Premier, Just Blaze, Cool & Dre and DJ Khalil as producers providing exclusive instrumental beats for Def Jam Rapstar's Freestyle Mode, which allows the aspiring emcee a chance to deliver their own original rhymes over never before heard tracks by some of today's hottest producers.

  New Confirmed Tracks Include:

                 ARTIST                                 TRACK

  Diddy (Featuring The Notorious
   B.I.G., Lil' Kim & The Lox           It's All About The Benjamins (Remix)
  DJ Khaled (Featuring Akon, T.I.,
   Rock Ross, Fat Joe, Baby & Lil'
   Wayne                                We Takin' Over
                                         You're All I Need/I'll Be There For
  Method Man (Featuring Mary J. Blige)   You
  Nas (Featuring Diddy)                 Hate Me Now
  Nelly                                 Hot In Herre
  Public Enemy                          Fight The Power
  ------------                          ---------------
  Yung Joc (Featuring Nitti)            It's Goin' Down
  --------------------------            ---------------

  New Producers Confirmed Include:

                   PRODUCER                               TRACK

  Danja                                       Nars
  -----                                       ----
  Nitti Beats                                 Hand's Up
  -----------                                 ---------

Co-published by Konami Digital Entertainment Inc. and Autumn Games, Def Jam Rapstar will offer a software only version of the game that will retail for $59.99 for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation®3 and $49.99 on Wii, as well as a bundled version that will include software and one wired microphone for $69.99 for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation®3 and for $59.99 on Wii.

For more information of Def Jam Rapstar, including all tracks announced to date, please go to http://www.defjamrapstar.com.

To follow Def Jam Rapstar on Twitter please visit http://www.twitter.com/defjamrapstar.

To download screenshots for the Def Jam Rapstar tracks announced today please visit:

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  About Konami

Konami is a leading developer, publisher and manufacturer of electronic entertainment properties. Konami's titles include the popular films Metal Gear Solid, Silent Hill, DanceDanceRevolution and Castlevania, among other top sellers. The latest information about Konami can be found on the Web at http://www.konami.com. KONAMI CORPORATION is a publicly traded company based in Tokyo, Japan with subsidiary offices, Konami Digital Entertainment Co., Ltd. in Tokyo, Japan, Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. in the United States and Konami Digital Entertainment GmbH in Frankfurt, Germany. KONAMI CORPORATION is traded in the United States on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol KNM. Details of the products published by Konami can be found at http://www.konami.com.

  KONAMI is a registered trademark of KONAMI CORPORATION.

  About Def Jam Interactive

Def Jam Interactive, a division of Def Jam Enterprises, is a leading producer and marketer of interactive software games and a preeminent force in the digital industry. It is committed to delivering high-quality; cutting-edge video game titles to consumers by providing an authentic hip hop experience through gameplay, cultural nuances, strategic partnerships, music, talent, and executive direction. Def Jam Interactive was the first hip-hop brand to successfully partner in the gaming space and to date has produced multiple platinum-selling console titles, including Def Jam Vendetta, Def Jam Fight for NY, and Def Jam Icon. It is the only viable hip hop brand that has trusted consumer loyalty in the gaming space. For more than 20 years, the executive team has successfully extended the Def Jam brand in comedy, poetry, television, apparel, mobile, to name a few. For more information, please visit http://www.defjaminteractive.com.

About 4mm Games

Headquartered in New York City, 4mm Games is an independent global interactive entertainment company that is forging a new approach to content creation: Constantly Connected Gaming(TM). The company is concentrated on incubating, producing, developing, and releasing a diverse portfolio of culturally relevant entertainment properties that join together multiple platforms including video game consoles, personal computers, mobile devices, and the Internet. For more information, please visit http://www.4mmgames.com

  Constantly Connected Gaming is a trademark of 4mm Games, LLC.

  About Autumn Games

Autumn Games is a premier publisher of interactive entertainment focused on partnering with leading creative talent to deliver blockbuster video games and related media.  Through long-term partnerships with a number of the most respected game studios in the industry, Autumn's mission is to support these creative teams in their efforts to make cutting-edge, culturally impactful entertainment.  Autumn Games was founded as a joint venture between Communications Equity Associates ("CEA") and Autumn Entertainment Partners ("AEP"), combining CEA's 37 year track record in global media and entertainment private equity and merchant banking with AEP's unparalleled expertise in content finance.  For more information, please visit http://www.autumngames.com.

About Terminal Reality

Terminal Reality, Inc. (TRI) founded by lead programmer/CEO Mark Randel in 1994, is an independent industry veteran. With a focus on quality, technology and tools, TRI has shipped more than 30 titles, with more than 80 SKUs. Using the technology behind the highly acclaimed Ghostbusters: The Video Game, Terminal Reality spawns the next wave in game development: The Infernal Engine.

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CONTACT:  Devin Bennett, 4mm Games/Def Jam Interactive, +1-646-723-4742,
dvnb@4mmgames.com

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

Hauppauge Introduces High Definition Video Recorder Support for Windows Media Center

A new update to HD PVR, Hauppauge's high definition personal video recorder, now allows Windows Media Center to record premium HD TV content from cable or satellite TV

HAUPPAUGE, N.Y., Aug. 5 -- Hauppauge Digital, Inc. (NASDAQ:HAUP), the world's leading developer and manufacturer of analog and digital TV receiver products for personal computers, has announced that the HD PVR is now supported as a TV video recorder in Windows Media Center. With a free software update from Hauppauge, Windows Media Center can now use the HD PVR to record high definition TV programs from a cable TV or satellite set top box. HD PVR can record HD TV from any cable TV or satellite set top box which has a component video output. In addition to high definition video, HD PVR can record 5.1 channel audio through its optical audio connections.

Windows Media Center is a feature of all Windows 7 Home Premium and Professional versions, and has currently been installed in over 50 million PCs. Windows Media Center allows users to watch and record TV on their Windows 7 PC.  HD PVR adds to Windows Media Center the ability to record high definition premium TV programs, as long as the user has a subscription to those services through their cable TV or satellite operator.

With this new software update, users of Windows Media Center can now create libraries of their favorite premium TV programs in HD and with full 5.1 channel audio.

Hauppauge has other TV tuner products which allow high definition over-the-air ATSC and clear QAM digital cable TV to be recorded with Windows Media Center, but the HD PVR is the first high definition video recorder on the market which will allow Windows Media Center to record high definition TV from a cable TV or satellite set top box.

HD PVR records from cable TV and satellite set top boxes through component video, at HD resolutions up to 1080i.  To allow the Windows Media Center electronic program guide to automatically record a cable or satellite TV program on a specified TV channel, HD PVR includes an 'IR blaster' which will automatically change the TV channel on the set top box. For example, if a user schedules a recording of the popular HBO show "Entourage" on their premium cable or satellite set top box, the HD PVR will use the IR blaster to change the set top box to the correct channel before recording the TV show.

The HD PVR has a retail price of $199, and is available from Amazon,  Fry's Electronics and the Micro Center computer stores. All current users of the Hauppauge HD PVR can download the support for Windows Media Center at no charge from the Hauppauge website at:

http://www.hauppauge.com/site/support/support_hdpvr.html

  About Hauppauge

Hauppauge Digital, Inc. (NASDAQ:HAUP) is a leading developer and manufacturer of digital TV and data broadcast receiver products for personal computers. Through its Hauppauge Computer Works, Inc. and Hauppauge Digital Europe subsidiaries, the Company designs and develops digital video boards for TV-in-a-window, digital video editing and video conferencing. The Company is headquartered in Hauppauge, New York, with administrative offices in New York, Singapore, Taiwan, Ireland and Luxembourg and sales offices in Germany, London, Paris, The Netherlands, Sweden, Italy, Spain, Singapore and California. The Company's Internet web site can be found at http://www.hauppauge.com/. Hauppauge and WinTV are registered trademarks of Hauppauge Computer Works, Inc. Other product or service names herein are the trademarks of their respective owners.

Source: Hauppauge Digital, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Belinda Banks of SS|PR, +1-609-750-9110, belinda@sspr.com

Web Site:  http://www.hauppauge.com/

SANYO Takes Underwater Full HD Video to a Whole New Level

1080 Full HD Videos and 14MP Photos from Ten Feet Underwater to the Top of the Slopes

CHATSWORTH, Calif., Aug. 5 -- SANYO North America Corporation (SANYO), introduces a new waterproof Full HD (1920 x 1080) Dual Camera Xacti, model VPC-CA102YL, for active lifestyles. The new Dual Camera can be used to record over 480 minutes of 1080 Full HD video on a single 64GB SDXC memory card and 14MP photos from a depth of ten feet underwater. The camera will be available for purchase in August with an MSRP of $349.99.

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Designed for any indoor or outdoor adventure, the VPC-CA102YL fits perfectly in the palm of the user's hand and is small enough to be carried in a pocket, backpack, or purse -- ready to be used at any time and in any weather condition. SANYO Dual Cameras use a convenient video format, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, which makes sharing videos online, on blogs or on other multimedia sites simple. The media created can also be easily edited and exported to portable media devices. Photos and videos can be displayed in Full HD resolution on high definition TVs.

"Dual Cameras are packed with features and offer incredible flexibility," says Tom Van Voy, Vice President and General Manager of the Digital Solutions Division for SANYO North America. "This is the 'take everywhere' camera; water, snow, or land.  Getting great HD video and still images is incredibly easy with the new CA102YL," said Van Voy.

The camera uses a proprietary "double-range zoom" feature for zoom operation while filming video with 12x zoom available from wide angle to telephoto for capturing distant objects (equivalent to 40mm to 480 mm zoom in a 35mm film camera). In addition, the High-Speed Sequential Shooting mode enables capturing up to 22 photos at 7 frames per second.

The VPC-CA102YL is stylish and compact with a yellow, vertical-shaped body with gray accents. The new SANYO high-speed image processing engine contributes to the small size.

Files can be saved to SD, SDHC or ultra-high capacity SDXC (up to 2Tb) memory cards. Also, there are multiple video and photo modes for flexibility in memory use. The battery will allow approximately 60 minutes of continuous filming time in Full HD mode.

  Main Features: VPC-CA102YL

  --  Full-HD videos, 1080 60i (1920 x 1080 pixels)
  --  14MP photos
  --  Waterproof (can be used in water up to 10 ft depth)
  --  Compact, vertical form factor
  --  CMOS sensor (14.4MP)
  --  38 mm wide-angle lens
  --  5x optical zoom, 12x double-range zoom
  --  Compatible with SD, SDHC, or SDXC memory cards
  --  Wireless data transfer via Eye-Fi SD cards*
  --  2.7-inch TFT LCD display (can be turned 285 degrees)
  --  "Face Chaser" and "Target a Color" functions
  --  Mini-HDMI port
  --  Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
  --  Rechargeable via USB port
  --  Stylish yellow body with gray accents
  --  Size: 3.37 x 1.47 x 4.34 inches (WxDxH)
  --  Weight: approx. 5.5 ounces

*Eye-Fi memory cards are sold separately, and specifications subject to change

For more information about the SANYO VPC-CA102YL please visit http://www.us.sanyo.com/Dual-Cameras.

About SANYO

SANYO Electric Co., Ltd. is a global, leading provider of energy, environment, and lifestyle applications.  Digital Solutions, a division of SANYO North America Corporation (SANYO North America is a subsidiary of SANYO Electric Co., Ltd.), is based in Chatsworth, California, and is a service and sales division with two main groups: Corporate Solutions and Consumer Solutions.  The division markets digital projectors, Dual Cameras, digital still cameras, home appliances, security video equipment, audio systems, and portable electronics. For more information on SANYO, please visit http://us.sanyo.com/ .

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CONTACT:  Editorial, Beverly Steinberg of GBL Public Relations,
+1-714-777-2760, GBL@speakeasy.net, for SANYO North America Corporation; or
Client, Aaron Fowles of SANYO North America Corporation, +1-619-661-4151,
AFowles@sna.sanyo.com

Web Site:  http://us.sanyo.com/

On Deck Capital Launches First Free Online Credit Evaluation Tools to Empower Small Business Owners and Address Broken Lending System

Loans for Main Street small businesses are a click away

NEW YORK, Aug. 5 -- On Deck Capital (http://www.ondeckcapital.com/), the leading small business lending platform, unveiled today an industry-first set of free online finance tools that help small business owners instantly peer into their credit health and clearly show them options for obtaining a loan.  A majority of all small businesses seeking capital are denied traditional bank loans due to tighter and more mechanical credit standards, and millions of small business owners are left in the dark about what capital options are available to them.  While small businesses account for 65% of all employment in the nation, the system to bring capital to Main Street remains flawed.  Enter On Deck who looks beyond the personal credit score of the business owner.

"Despite all the talk in Washington and $30B to be made available to small businesses, the money won't make it to Main Street," said Mitch Jacobs, founder and chief executive officer, On Deck Capital.  "It's dumping money into the same broken system. We are solving the problem through our lending system that allows capital to reach millions of credit-worthy businesses."

On Deck's platform helps time-strapped business owners assess their business and plan for their capital needs without ever having to set foot inside a bank or formally apply for a credit product.  By easily registering and entering key information into On Deck's secure website (http://www.ondeckcapital.com/), business owners establish an On Deck profile that allows them to access the following powerful tools:

On Deck Credit Director

The On Deck Credit Director instantly pinpoints the best capital options for a business owner given the cash flow of their business along with both their business and personal credit bureau data. Business owners can easily compare different lending options and see which is the best fit for their business.

On Deck Insights

On Deck Insights show business owners how lenders look at their business, breaking down complex credit data and cash flow analysis into simple report cards covering each area of the evaluation. These report cards help guide the business owner as to how they can improve their profile to access better credit options in the future.

On Deck Short Term Business Loans

Qualified small business owners can instantly apply for a loan directly with On Deck. While banks rely largely on the personal credit score to make small business lending decisions, On Deck's proprietary technology platform evaluates small businesses based on cash flow and actual business data. On Deck can then pinpoint many healthy businesses that are turned down by the bank.  Using On Deck's tools in no way obligates users to apply for an On Deck loan.

Over $80M in loans have been made through On Deck Capital's proprietary performance lending system to thousands of small businesses across the country. On Deck evaluates the creditworthiness of these businesses based on the cash entering and exiting a business to ensure that the company's revenues are consistent with their expenses.  Unlike banks, the company does not rely primarily on the personal credit score of the business owner. The typical On Deck Customer is a "Main Street" business (retailer, auto repair shop, restaurant, dentist, etc.) that has been in business more than 2 years and who has between $300,000 and $3,000,000 in revenue.

For more information about On Deck Capital and to register for our free online business financing tools, please visit http://www.ondeckcapital.com/.

About On Deck Capital

Launched in 2006, the On Deck Capital system uses data aggregation and electronic payment technology to offer fair and fast financing to small businesses underserved by traditional bank loans.  Through the On Deck Capital platform, millions of small businesses can obtain affordable loans to meet their daily operating and long term goals.  The company's proprietary platform looks deeper into the health of small businesses, focusing on the overall business performance, rather than the owner's personal credit history.  The On Deck Capital system also provides a critically needed efficient mechanism for institutional funds to directly reach historically fragmented and difficult to serve Main Street small businesses.

On Deck Capital is financed by some of the nation's leading venture capital firms, including Contour Venture Partners, First Round Capital, Khosla Ventures, RRE Ventures and Village Ventures. For more information, please visit: http://www.ondeckcapital.com/.

Source: On Deck Capital
   

CONTACT:  Jonathan Cutler of Verse Communications, +1-818-981-3023,
jonathan@verseinc.com, for On Deck Capital

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

ToolWatch Announces Black & Veatch Corporation as New Client

Leading global company to utilize Enterprise system to aid in tool and equipment management and increase profitability

DENVER, Aug. 5 -- ToolWatch recently added Black & Veatch to its Enterprise customer list.  Black & Veatch has implemented ToolWatch's Enterprise system to aid in tool and equipment tracking and improve resource management and utilization across the entire organization.

Black & Veatch is a leading global engineering, consulting and construction company specializing in infrastructure development in energy, water, telecommunications, federal, management consulting and environment markets. Black & Veatch lives by the mission of Building a World of Difference® by providing their clients with reliable solutions, helping to improve and sustain the quality of life around the world.

"We are pleased with the service that ToolWatch has provided as well as its Enterprise tool. The ToolWatch staff has listened to our wants and needs and developed solutions within the current product. They have also offered customization options to meet our needs in the future," said Larry Reeves, manager of construction equipment and fleet services at Black & Veatch.

ToolWatch Enterprise allows companies to manage entire inventories of tools, equipment, materials and consumables while maintaining complete visibility over the entire enterprise. The software includes a variety of hardware options to improve tool tracking capabilities, including global positioning systems and scanning devices.

"ToolWatch's software provides our customers with the flexibility and support needed to effectively manage their tools, equipment and materials," said Don Kafka, chief executive officer of ToolWatch. "Our systems are designed not only to reduce tool costs, but to also provide customers with more consistent equipment service management, more accurate job costing and billing, and worldwide accessibility."

About ToolWatch Corporation

Founded in 1991, ToolWatch is the world's leading provider of tool, equipment, materials and consumables management systems. Combining easy-to-use ToolWatch data collection devices with a powerful database system, its technology enables the tracking and management of construction resources throughout an entire organization, delivering significant savings of both time and money to companies of all sizes. With more than 6,000 installations in 20 countries around the world, ToolWatch applications use the most current and reliable technology to manage assets for maximum utilization and productivity throughout an organization. For more information, visit http://www.toolwatch.com.

Source: ToolWatch
   

CONTACT:  Tera Haselden, +1-303-394-2366 or +1-720-341-7989,
thaselden@philosophycommunication.com, for ToolWatch

Web Site:  http://www.toolwatch.com/

YuMe Announces Support for HTML5

YuMe to Offer Comprehensive Video Advertising Technology Solutions for HTML5 Publishers

REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Aug. 5 -- YuMe, the leading video advertising technology company, today announced that its ACE video advertising platform now enables publishers to monetize video distributed through HTML5-compatible devices - both on desktop and mobile devices such as Apple's iPad®, iPhone®, and iPod® Touch, and Google's Android devices. Publishers who equip their HTML5 players with ACE technology will be able to serve ad-supported video content through YuMe's video ad network and take charge of their video ad operations with the ACE Ad Management System.

"YuMe is committed to helping publishers monetize their video content on every possible viewing device, including mobile," said Jayant Kadambi, co-founder and president of YuMe. "We are thrilled to announce that publishers choosing to distribute content through HTML5 players will have the option to immediately monetize their video streams with ACE."

According to The Nielsen Company, the mobile video audience grew 51.2% year-over-year to more than 20 million users, who spend on average more than 3.5 hours each month watching video on a mobile phone.(1) According to Coda Research Consultancy, 95 million out of 158 million mobile handset subscribers in the U.S. will be watching video on their phones, and mobile video will account for more than two-thirds percent of all mobile data usage in the U.S. by 2015.(2)

"YuMe is an innovative video advertising partner making important strides to empower media publishers to monetize content beyond the PC Web and to take advantage of fast-growing devices like the Apple iPad," said Jeff Whatcott, senior vice president of marketing, Brightcove. "We're excited to see YuMe's ACE integration, which will provide another powerful option to our media customers with access to a top-tier ad network, flexible campaign management tools, and monetization opportunities across multiple screens."

The new HTML5 plug-in allows publishers to easily monetize their HTML5-based websites via YuMe's ad network. It supports pre-roll, mid-roll, and post-roll ad units, as well as ad playlists formatted in JavaScript for easy parsing.

Starting today, publishers will be able to download the HTML5 plug-in at http://www.yume.com/publishers. After completing the simple integration process, publishers will be able to submit their inventory for inclusion in YuMe's video ad network. Every publisher in the YuMe network is ACE-equipped, giving advertisers unprecedented access to advanced targeting, high-impact ad units, and real-time campaign optimization to achieve superior results.

Publishers who ACE-equip their HTML5 players will also have the ability to take control of their video ad operations with the ACE Ad Management System, a complete set of cloud-based ad operations tools that publishers use to maximize their revenue from their video inventory. The ACE Ad Management System lets publishers manage as many syndication partners as they choose, and expand their inventory to any viewing environment - from PC to mobile to IPTV. It also enables a publisher's ad operations personnel to increase fill rates and eCPMs by coordinating multiple ad sources, while helping in-house sales teams close more deals and command higher rates by offering advanced targeting, the latest high-impact ad units, and real-time campaign reporting.

About YuMe

YuMe is a video advertising technology company that is making professional video profitable for publishers and effective for advertisers. With hundreds of publishers, millions of unique viewers and more than 1 billion video streams per month, YuMe gives publishers and advertisers unprecedented reach, brand safety, contextual relevance, controlled syndication, and consistent delivery across all digital media platforms-Web, downloads, mobile, and IPTV. YuMe is a privately held company headquartered in Redwood City, CA and backed by Accel Partners, BV Capital, DAG Ventures, Khosla Ventures and Menlo Ventures. For more information, visit http://www.yume.com, follow @yumevideo on twitter (http://www.twitter.com/yumevideo), or become a fan of YuMe on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/yumevideo.

(1)The Nielsen Company, "Three Screen Report," Volume 8 - 1st Quarter 2010

(2)Coda Research Consultancy, "Mobile Internet Traffic via Handsets in the US: Forecasts to 2015"; March 2010

Source: YuMe
   

CONTACT:  Lauren Karp of KES Communications, +1-310-393-8314,
lauren@kescomms.com, for YuMe

Web Site:  http://www.yume.com/

Ringio Completes Public Beta of Its 'Rich Calling' Service, Launches Advanced Call-Treatment and Routing Features to Host or Augment Users' PBXs

New Features Give SMBs Access to Enterprise-level Call Center Capabilities

HERNDON, Va., Aug. 5 -- Recently launched Ringio completed its public beta today, capping its trial with an updated version of its "Rich Calling" Service for small businesses that incorporates more than a dozen new user-centric features guided by the feedback of more than 300 early customers.

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Ringio's "Rich Calling" produces an enriched, affordable caller experience as a result of its focus on data integration with customer-relationship management (CRM) and IVR tools that normally are out of reach of SMBs.

"Our beta users asked for the best of both worlds, and that is what we've given them with this new release," said Ringio Co-founder and Chairman Michael Zirngibl.

"Now SMBs who have a PBX and those who don't can get the call-center-style screen pop, visibility into coworkers' availability and sophisticated call routing they never could afford before," Zirngibl said. "Those who have phone systems don't disturb anything in place. Those who don't get their first chance to project a professional call presence and stop losing business due to misdirected or unanswered calls."

One SMB participant in Ringio's beta, Timothy Ericson, CEO and co-founder of CityRyde, an urban bicycle-sharing company in Philadelphia, said: "We were very impressed by the quality of the Ringio beta and actually received a number of compliments by our callers.  We're even more excited now to turn on the new routing functionality and roll out the solution to the rest of our company."

In addition to a number of usability enhancements, the functionality announced today enables:

"Bring Your Own PBX"

Preexisting PBXs now work with Ringio. Calls and their CRM displays can be routed straight to those on PBX extensions as well as those on direct-inward-dial numbers, with no need to change recorded greetings, prompts, etc. Ringio can also make "virtual extensions" out of phones at home and mobile phones, either forming an entire hosted PBX or adding them to an installed PBX. This makes remote or dispersed employees reachable through the company's main number and system.

Caller-Centric Call Routing

Personalizing the customer experience for every call, Ringio can automatically greet callers by name. It can also automatically route them to the person they spoke with last. The service can also reach employees on the fixed or mobile phones they desire. Calls can also be routed to a predefined list of employees -- for a particular skill set, language or  marketing campaign, for example --  or evenly distributed to all employees to handle particularly heavy call volumes. Companies can also record, install and change custom greetings as often as they wish.

Streamlined Sign-up and Account Administration

Ringio makes self-service, web-based setup and administration of their office-communications systems practical and easy for busy SMBs, with friendly phone technical support for backup. With its new online administration dashboard, 10 employees can be set up and running in 10 minutes or less.

For a full list of Ringio's more than 50 key features, visit http://www.ringio.com/features.

Ringio developed its application with an emphasis on affordability, ease of setup and elegance of presentation on users' desktop or smart phone screens. Provided directly to business customers through http://www.ringio.com, Ringio pricing starts at $99 per month for four users, with additional users at $25 per month.

For more information, visit http://www.ringio.com, take a tour at http://www.ringio.com/tour/, or download a free trial at http://admin.ringio.com/.

About Ringio

Located in Herndon, Va., Ringio is the first cloud-based Rich Calling Service to intelligently route calls to any phone in the world along with relevant information about the caller - making conversations more meaningful and productive. Integrating intelligent call routing and CRM data, Ringio provides capabilities previously available only through call centers and proprietary customizations - bringing Rich Calling Services down market to small- and medium-size businesses for the first time. By enhancing conversations with context about the caller, Ringio enables companies to significantly improve their interaction and service with the people that matter to their business.

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CONTACT:  Sue Huss of Comunicano, Inc., +1-619-379-4396,
sue.huss@comunicano.com, for Ringio

Web Site:  http://www.ringio.com/

Motorola Tri-radio 802.11n WLAN Access Point Awarded Leading U.S. Security Certification

FIPS 140-2 Level 2 security validation allows Federal agencies to deploy latest wireless voice, video and data services

COLUMBIA, Md., Aug. 5 -- The Enterprise Mobility Solutions business of Motorola Inc. (NYSE:MOT) today announced that its AP 7131 wireless LAN (WLAN) access point was granted Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS) 140-2 Level 2 certification by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology. Certified to meet the latest U.S. government wireless security standards, the AP 7131 provides simultaneous support for high-speed wireless voice, video and data services, self-healing mesh networking and wireless security services, delivering the throughput, coverage and resiliency required to build an all-wireless government enterprise.

"The newest FIPS certification provides our government and other security-sensitive customers with the assurance that Motorola's products are of the highest standard. Customers can choose Motorola with the confidence that our products meet the purchasing requirements set forth by the U.S. government," said Motorola vice president and general manager Jim Mears. "Adding the AP 7131 to our catalogue of FIPS 140-2 certified products further expands our footprint in the Federal marketplace, and confirms our commitment to remaining a trusted government supplier."

FIPS validation standards were developed by the U.S. Federal government to ensure that agencies and government contractors purchase and use only validated products. FIPS 140-2 Level 2 covers the secure design and implementation of a cryptographic module, including roles, services and authentication; physical security; operational environment; cryptographic key management; electromagnetic interference/electromagnetic compatibility; self-tests; design assurance; and mitigation of other attacks.

As the industry's first tri-radio 802.11n adaptive access point, Motorola's AP 7131 is a virtual network-in-a-box, offering full wireless and wired networking in a dependent or independent mode. In adaptive mode, the AP 7131 functions as a stand-alone access point, combining the benefits of central management and site-survivability to help reduce the complexity of deployments in remote, small- and medium-size offices. In a campus WLAN switch environment, it can be centrally managed for large-scale government agency deployments. This unique multi-mode operation is supported by the same firmware version to greatly simplify the task of building a large-scale, multi-site all-wireless government enterprise.

The AP 7131 joins Motorola's other FIPS 140-2 certified products: the RFS 7000 wireless controller, Fusion for Windows Mobile, Fusion for Windows CE, ASTRO Radio Subscriber Units and Crypt-R broadband encryption units, among others.

To get a fresh perspective on key trends in wireless networking, join Motorola technologists and industry experts on the Wireless Insights blog community.

Motorola delivers seamless connectivity that puts real-time information in the hands of users, which gives customers the agility they need to grow their business or better serve and protect the public. Working seamlessly together with its world-class devices, Motorola's wireless network solutions include indoor wireless LAN, outdoor wireless mesh, point-to-multipoint, point-to-point networks and voice-over-WLAN solutions. Combined with powerful software tools for wireless network design, best-of-breed security, management and troubleshooting, Motorola's solutions deliver trusted networking and access anywhere to organizations across the globe.

About Motorola

Motorola is known around the world for innovation in communications and is focused on advancing the way the world connects. From broadband communications infrastructure, enterprise mobility and public safety solutions to mobile and wireline digital communication devices that provide compelling experiences, Motorola is leading the next wave of innovations that enable people, enterprises and governments to be more connected and more mobile. Motorola (NYSE:MOT) had sales of US $22 billion in 2009. For more information, please visit http://www.motorola.com.

  Media Contact:
  Matt Messinger
  Motorola Enterprise Mobility Solutions
  +1 847-576-2715
  mmessinger@motorola.com

  Analyst Contact:

  Kathy Wiesner
  Motorola Enterprise Mobility Solutions
  +1 847-576-1638
  kathy.wiesner@motorola.com

MOTOROLA, MOTO, MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS and the Stylized M Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Motorola Trademark Holdings, LLC and are used under license. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.  © 2010 Motorola, Inc. All rights reserved.

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CONTACT:  Media, Matt Messinger, +1-847-576-2715,
mmessinger@motorola.com, or Analysts,  Kathy Wiesner, +1-847-576-1638,
kathy.wiesner@motorola.com, both of Motorola Enterprise Mobility Solutions

Web Site:  http://www.motorola.com/

First Remote Monitoring Tool for Parents to Fully Monitor Kids' Social Networking Activity

WebWatcher from Awareness Technologies Now Tracking Social Networks like Facebook

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 5 -- Awareness Technologies (http://www.webwatchernow.com), the makers of WebWatcher, the only remote parental control and computer monitoring software application, today announced that it has expanded its monitoring tool for the social media platforms Facebook and MySpace. The new features will allow users to remotely monitor the use of these popular sites and help concerned parents stay on top of the growing number of online threats that face children today - such as cyberbullying and online predators.

"As children reach the age where they begin to use social networking tools, they are extremely vulnerable.  Without any safeguards in place, sites like Facebook and MySpace put kids at risk and impede parents who are trying to be mindful of their digital behaviors," said Brad Miller, CEO and Chairman of Awareness Technologies. "With the expansion of our trusted WebWatcher software, parents are now armed with the necessary tools to stay apprised of their children's social networking activity and better protect them from online threats."

73% of wired American teens now use social networking websites, according to the Pew Research Center. WebWatcher is the only application capable of monitoring and controlling a computer remotely over the Internet from anywhere. The remote monitoring capabilities make it ideally suited to help parents access and view their children's online activity. With WebWatcher, parents can view public and private information that their children are sharing on sites like Facebook including photos, wall postings, direct messages and instant messaging activity.

"Of all the electronic media kids are exposed to, the web is the most dangerous and, until now, most difficult to monitor," said Ron Penna, Chief Strategy Officer and Co-Founder. "WebWatcher eliminates the technological gap between teens and parents, allowing parents to keep their kids safe online."

Over 200,000 users already use WebWatcher to protect their children from the myriad dangers online today. WebWatcher represents the next generation of computer monitoring software, by allowing users to install the software and then access it remotely from anywhere over the Internet.  By delivering unmatched visibility and control, WebWatcher has positioned itself as one of the fastest growing applications in the space.

About Awareness Technologies

As the pioneer in remote monitoring, Awareness Technologies has set the standard for computer monitoring software both from a feature set perspective and from an ease-of-use perspective. Awareness Technologies has over 200,000 users and was named on Deloitte's 2008 Technology Fast 500 ranking.

Source: Awareness Technologies
   

CONTACT:  Ray Yeung, yeung@braincomm.com, or Maggie Duquin Nolan,
duquin@braincomm.com, +1-212-986-6667

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

Akamai Technologies to Participate in the Oppenheimer Annual Telecommunications, Media & Technology Conference

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Aug. 5 -- Akamai Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:AKAM), the leading provider of cloud optimization services, announced today that it will be participating in the Oppenheimer Annual Telecommunications, Media & Technology Conference in Boston, MA.  Senior Vice President of Networks and Operations, Robert Blumofe, will present an update on Akamai's service offerings.

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  When:                        Tuesday, August 10, 2010
                               1:20 p.m. (ET)

  Where:                       Four Seasons Hotel
                               Boston, MA

                                Presentation: Review of
  What:                         company service offerings

A live audio webcast of the presentation and a replay will be available on Akamai's website at http://www.akamai.com/html/investor/index.html.  Please go to the "News & Events" section of the Akamai Investor Relations Web page to access the presentation.

About Akamai

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

  Contacts:
  Jeff Young                        --or--            Noelle Faris
  Media Relations                                     Investor Relations
  617-444-3913                                        617-444-4676
  jyoung@akamai.comnfaris@akamai.com

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CONTACT:  Jeff Young, Media Relations, +1-617-444-3913,
jyoung@akamai.com, or Noelle Faris, Investor Relations, +1-617-444-4676,
nfaris@akamai.com, both of Akamai Technologies, Inc.

Web Site:  http://www.akamai.com/

Finacle(TM) Powers Transformation at Hatton National Bank

BANGALORE, India and COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, August 5, 2010--

    - Bank Standardizes Operations on Finacle(TM) for Greater Agility
and Customer Centric Growth

    Infosys Technologies Ltd. (Infosys) and Hatton National Bank
Plc (HNB) today announced the successful implementation of Finacle(TM)
universal banking solution across HNB's operations in Sri Lanka. Infosys has
implemented Finacle(TM) core banking, treasury and consumer e-banking
solutions across 191 customer centres of the bank. HNB now operates its
entire banking operations on Finacle(TM) to support over 2.8 million
customers.

    Hatton National Bank, which recently celebrated 120 years of
service in Sri Lanka, has been a pioneer in the nation's banking industry. In
accordance with its mandate, the bank wanted to focus its future expansion
and offerings for growth sectors in the country. Financially enabling the
society has been a key objective for the bank as well. HNB management decided
to take a technology-led transformation route to make the bank more agile,
flexible, and scalable to achieve its business objectives. In 2007, HNB
decided to move to Finacle(TM) and the core banking replacement project was
successfully completed in eleven months.

    R. Theagarajah, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer,
Hatton National Bank, said, "Advanced core banking technology is vital to
achieving our business growth objectives and improve customer service. We
selected Finacle for its global leadership, committed investment in research
and development in core banking and unmatched delivery track record. Finacle
has provided higher scalability and flexibility to service our diversified
retail, institutional and corporate clientele. Our new back office platform
provides greater agility by consolidating disparate systems and reduced
turnaround times, enables innovation to launch new offerings, and empowers
staff to radically improve our customer service."

    According to Haragopal Mangipudi, Global Head - Finacle,
Infosys Technologies Ltd, "We are delighted to power success at Hatton
National Bank in their journey of technology-led business transformation. We
are committed to partnering the bank in achieving its business objectives and
establishing new standards of excellence in the banking industry. The
resounding success of this initiative will go a long way in Hatton National
Bank gaining leadership in the region. South Asia has been a core growth
engine for Finacle and we continue our focus to bring business relevant
offerings and services to banks in the region."

    Leveraging Finacle(TM), the bank has been able to seamlessly
integrate its services across channels and provide innovative products to
customers with faster turn-around time and reduced total cost of ownership.
Centralization of all back-office functions on the platform has ensured more
control over business processes and significant improvement in branch
productivity. Integration with all 320 ATMs and 4618 other POS along with
streamlining of channels has further enriched the customer experience. The
centralized platform across the bank enabled by Finacle(TM) provides a
unified customer view which has resulted in significant improvement in
service levels and customer experience. A unified flexible core banking
platform enables the bank to introduce sophisticated product offerings with
a shorter time-to-market.

    Further, Finacle(TM) treasury solution has enabled the
introduction of more sophisticated products and instruments for the bank's
treasury operations. The application has improved monitoring and control by
effectively segregating front, middle and back office operations and tracking
transaction / dealer profitability.

    Finacle(TM) has a global footprint across 65 countries and has
been acknowledged to be among the leaders in the core banking solution space
by top analysts. Finacle(TM) has also been recognized through industry awards
for its innovation and implementation capabilities, the most notable ones
being The Banker Technology Award, The Asian Banker IT Implementation Award
and The Banking Technology Judge's Special Award for "Innovative Use of IT."

    As the local business partner of Infosys, MillenniumESP, the
enterprise and service provider group of MillenniumIT, played an integral
part in the Finacle implementation at HNB. MillenniumESP, with their
experience in other local implementation of Finacle and in-depth
understanding of local banking practices were able to provide specialist
skills to support the implementation. The MillenniumESP team also provided
post go-live support to the bank ensuring that the bank's business activities
were uninterrupted. MillenniumIT also assisted in successfully implementing a
fully fledged, state-of-the-art Datacenter & Information systems
infrastructure, the foundation of the back office platform at HNB.

    About HNB

    Hatton National Bank (HNB) is a premier private sector
commercial bank with a network of 191 customer centres spread across the
length and breadth of Sri Lanka. The Banks history dates back to 1888 where
it started as Hatton Bank to help the fledgling tea industry. Today the bank
is actively involved in retail banking, corporate banking, international
banking, treasury, project financing, working capital financing etc. HNB is
considered a leader in the retail banking business with an extensive range of
products and services on offer and is the only commercial bank in Sri Lanka
to develop a sustainable microfinance strategy over the last two decades. The
Hatton National Bank has been awarded by the Asian Banker Magazine as the
"Best Retail Bank in Sri Lanka" for its performance in 2007, 2008 and 2009
and as the Strongest Bank in Sri Lanka for 2010. HNB was also named as the
"Best Bank in Sri Lanka" by the Euromoney Magazine in 2009 and 2010.

    About Finacle(TM) Universal Banking Solution

    Finacle from Infosys partners with banks to power-up their
innovation agenda, enabling them to differentiate their products and service,
enhance customer experience and achieve greater operational efficiency. This
proven and effective... framework for multi-disciplinary change, enables
banks to shift their strategic and operational priorities.

    Finacle solutions address the core banking, e-banking, Islamic banking,
treasury, wealth management and CRM requirements of retail, corporate and
universal banks worldwide. Several powerful and differentiating features make
Finacle one of the most comprehensive, flexible and scalable universal
banking solution in its class. These solutions, when associated with Finacle
services, empower banks to maximize their opportunities for growth, while
minimizing the risks that come with large-scale business transformation. For
more information, visit http://www.infosys.com/finacle

    About Infosys Technologies Ltd.

    Infosys (NASDAQ: INFY) defines, designs and delivers
IT-enabled business solutions that help Global 2000 companies win in a Flat
World. These solutions focus on providing strategic differentiation and
operational superiority to clients. With Infosys, clients are assured of a
transparent business partner, world-class processes, speed of execution and
the power to stretch their IT budget by leveraging the Global Delivery Model
that Infosys pioneered. Infosys has over 114,000 employees in over 50 offices
worldwide. Infosys is part of the NASDAQ-100 Index and The Global Dow. For
more information, visit http://www.infosys.com.

    Infosys Safe Harbor

    Statements in connection with this release including those
concerning our future growth prospects may include forward-looking statements
within the meaning of U.S. Securities laws intended to qualify for the "safe
harbor" under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act. These
forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties including
those described in our SEC filings available at http://www.sec.gov, including our
Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended March 31, 2010, and our other
recent filings, and actual results may differ materially from those projected
by forward-looking statements. We may make additional written and oral
forward-looking statements but do not undertake, and disclaim any obligation,
to update them.

    For more information please contact:

   
    Infosys Press Office - Asia Pacific
    Sujeet Pramanik
    Infosys Technologies Ltd, India
    +91-80-4105-7551
    Sujeet_Pramanik@infosys.com

    Infosys Press Office - EMEA
    Antonia Maneta
    Infosys Technologies Ltd, UK
    Phone: +44-0-207-715-3499
    Antonia_Maneta@infosys.com

    Infosys Press Office - The Americas
    Peter McLaughlin
    Infosys Technologies Ltd, USA
    Phone: +1-213-622-4949, Ext 206
    Peter_McLaughlin@infosys.com

    Hatton National Bank - Sri Lanka
    Chammika Weerasinghe
    Phone: +94-11-2661970
    chammikaw@hnb.lk

Source: Infosys Technologies Ltd

Infosys Press Office - Asia Pacific, Sujeet Pramanik, Infosys Technologies Ltd, India, +91-80-4105-7551, Sujeet_Pramanik@infosys.com, Infosys Press Office - EMEA, Antonia Maneta, Infosys Technologies Ltd, UK, Phone: +44-0-207-715-3499, Antonia_Maneta@infosys.com, Infosys Press Office - The Americas, Peter McLaughlin, Infosys Technologies Ltd, USA, Phone: +1-213-622-4949, Ext 206, Peter_McLaughlin@infosys.com, Hatton National Bank - Sri Lanka, Chammika Weerasinghe, Phone: +94-11-2661970, chammikaw@hnb.lk

Bigmouthmedia Reports Google Changes Will Make Advertising Attractive for Comparison Sites

EDINBURGH, England, Aug. 5 -- Bigmouthmedia reports that Google's latest changes to its trademark policy will make pay-per-click advertising more attractive for comparison sites.

The press conference announcement means that from September 14th 2010 the UK will now follow Google's existing US AdWords policy, which allows any advertiser to use trademarked keywords within their advert text in some cases. Using trademarked terms in advertising copy will remain outlawed in mainland Europe, but following the rule change keywords will no longer be protected from others bidding on them.

"Aggregators will now have the ability to use brand names in their adverts. This is likely to improve their click-through rates and quality score, and will therefore make it more attractive for such operations to bid on brand terms," said Lyndsay Menzies, Chief Operations Officer at bigmouthmedia.

"In the UK the news may have a large impact on brand bids in industries such as finance, travel and electronics. While advertisers in mainland Europe will be unable to put trademarked terms in the advertising copy of their campaigns, the changes are still likely to have a big impact on brand budgets."

Bigmouthmedia believes that Google's decision to allow anyone to bid for trademarked keywords across Europe is widely predicted to lead to price rises in the markets affected. When this happened in the UK - where the policy change was first rolled out in 2008 - bidding on some brand terms increased by as much as 500% in the short term.  The hike was relatively short lived mainly due to British brands' unwillingness to get involved in bidding wars, although this may not be the case in other European countries and brand bidding may break out in earnest.

About bigmouthmedia

Founded in 1997, bigmouthmedia is Europe's largest independent digital marketing agency. With a team of over 200 staff located across 13 offices in 10 countries on 3 continents, the company maximises exposure for major brands online through a variety of fully integrated digital marketing channels: Search engine optimisation, PPC, Online Media Planning, affiliate marketing, Social Networking, Brand Monitoring, Online PR and Web Analytics. Bigmouthmedia also provides up to date daily digital marketing news to ensure clients are fully informed and aware of all industry developments.

  For further media information please contact
  Iain Bruce
  Media Strategist
  bigmouthmedia
  51 Timberbush
  Edinburgh
  EH6 6QH
  (44) 131 555 4848
  @bigmouthmedia

Source: bigmouthmedia
   

CONTACT:  Iain Bruce, Media Strategist of bigmouthmedia,
+44-131-555-4848

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

Saffron Digital and Widevine Collaborate on Connected TV, Android and Apple Solutions

LONDON, August 5, 2010--

    - Widevine's Adaptive Streaming and DRM Provides Enhanced Quality and
Reach to Saffron Digital Video Solutions

    Saffron Digital, the leading global video delivery platform company, is
working with digital media solutions provider Widevine to extend its support
for Connected TV services that are adopting Widevine, and also to develop
further its solutions for Apple and Android devices.

    Widevine's video optimisation and DRM is being integrated into Saffron
Locker, Saffron Digital's comprehensive DRM service which enables various
DRMs to be inter-operable. Using Saffron Locker, content can easily be
authorised for use on multiple devices.

    Saffron and Widevine's partnership is an acknowledgement from Saffron
Digital that Widevine is now a dominant force in the digital entertainment
industry and believe that both offerings complement each other well.

    The addition of Widevine to Saffron Digital's domain-based DRM ecosystem
further enhances the companies' capabilities in supporting Connected TVs,
Android, Apple and RIM based devices. Saffron Digital works with the main OEM
and CE manufacturers, directly with movie studios, and increasingly with
retailers, proactively facilitating the provision of their services across
digital platforms.

    "Our domain-based DRM technology is at the heart of our 'one copy, any
device' philosophy," says Shashi Fernando, CEO of Saffron Digital. "We are
committed to enabling users to play content securely across multiple devices
from different manufacturers and this partnership with Widevine takes us
significantly closer to that goal."

    The Widevine platform is deployed by major Internet content services and
large cable, satellite and telecommunication companies launching over-the-top
and TV Everywhere strategies. The company's software platform optimises the
entertainment experience for content delivered over any network to any
device. The solution is natively supported in nearly all major brands and
types of network connected consumer electronics including televisions,
Blu-ray players, mobile devices, gaming systems and more.

    "Widevine is excited to add Saffron Digital to our list of entertainment
ecosystem partners," says Brian Baker, CEO, of Widevine Technologies.
"Widevine is dedicated to providing consumers with the highest quality video
experience possible on every device: our partnership with Saffron extends our
reach to new entertainment services."

    About Saffron Digital

    Saffron Digital is a global video delivery platform company, whose
products and services are live in 22 countries and 14 languages. Its
proprietary technologies, which include the ability to support multi-device
video delivery, superfast encoding and Domain Based DRM, have been integrated
into products by clients including Nokia, Sony Ericsson, LG and Samsung, as
well as services for Sony Pictures, Paramount, 20th Century Fox, Sky, T
Mobile and Vodafone.

    Recently, Saffron Digital was named as one of Europe's Top 50 fastest
growing digital media companies in the Media Momentum Awards 2010. In the
last two years Saffron Digital has won a Gold Award for Best Product
Technology & Innovation in Visiongain's Mobile Entertainment Awards 2008, and
was named Best Video and TV Service Provider in Mobile Entertainment 2009
awards. The company was also named as one of the UK's top 100 technology and
media companies in the Tech Media Invest Top 100 List in 2009.

    About Widevine

    Widevine provides digital media solutions for the delivery of digital
entertainment to any device. Hundreds of service providers use Widevine's
multiplatform DRM and video optimisation solutions for securing high quality
video and audio. Today, millions of consumers enjoy digital entertainment
secured and optimised by Widevine on retail consumer electronics devices and
legacy STBs from all major consumer brands. With over 60 patents Widevine is
an industry leader and innovator of content protection and video optimisation
technologies.

    Widevine is a privately held corporation headquartered in Seattle, WA,
funded by Constellation Ventures, Cisco Systems, Charter Ventures, Dai Nippon
Printing Co., Ltd. (DNP), Pacesetter Capital Group, The Phoenix Partners,
TELUS (NYSE: TU) and VantagePoint Venture Partners.

    Press web site: http://www.bastion.co.uk

    Saffron Digital web site: http://www.saffrondigital.com

Source: Saffron Digital

For more information, please contact Dean Barrett or Christina Erskine at Bastion Ltd., 32-38 Saffron Hill, London, EC1N 8FH, United Kingdom. Tel: +44(0)20-7421-7600, Email: firstname@bastion.co.uk

Truphone Launches 3G Calling and Truphone Instant Messenger for Apple iPad

LONDON, Aug. 5 -- What: Truphone http://www.truphone.com, the global mobile operator, today announced the availability of its updated application for the iPad in the Apple iTunes store.

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  What's new?
  --  3G Calling: Consumers can now place and receive calls over 3G
      networks. This means that customers have the option to make calls as
      part of their data package even when out of Wi-Fi range, using their
      mobile carrier's 3G network. This feature was announced for the iPhone
      on June 24, 2010.
  --  Truphone Instant Messenger: The new updated application includes
      Truphone's new Instant Messenger. Customers will be able to chat via
      IM with other Truphone users on the iPhone and iPod as well as
      contacts on several of the most popular social networking sites,
      including Facebook, Skype, AIM, GoogleTalk, and MSN - all in one
      place, without having to open up multiple IM applications.

For more information, visit http://www.truphone.com or find the updated application at iTunes (http://www.itunes.com).

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CONTACT:  Sue Huss of Comunicano, +1-619-379-4396,
sue.huss@comunicano.com

Web Site:  http://www.truphone.com/

JetBrains, Industrial Logic Marry Agile Tools and Training

PRAGUE, Czech Republic, August 5, 2010--     Today JetBrains(R), makers of productivity tools for expert developers,
announced a partnership with Industrial Logic, market leading provider of
Agile eLearning, training and coaching.

    The partnership will involve co-marketing and future integration plans
between Industrial Logic's eLearning suite and market leading tools from
JetBrains like ReSharper and IntelliJ IDEA.

    Marketing director Ann Oreshnikova adds, "We are excited to partner with
Industrial Logic. Their courseware provides an important component missing
with most learning, as it provides instant feedback on productivity savings
and efficiency of the developer. We look forward to working with them on tool
and courseware integration to provide our users great materials in learning
agile and development methodologies."

    "JetBrains is the market leader with professional tools for expert
developers", remarked Joshua Kerievsky. "They are a natural partner for us to
co-market our series of Agile eLearning products. We will deeply integrate
with their products to give our students the best productivity and learning
experience possible."

    About JetBrains

    JetBrains is a technology-leading software development firm specializing
in the creation of intelligent, productivity-enhancing software. The company
is widely known for its innovative, award-winning Java(TM) integrated
development environment, IntelliJ(R) IDEA (see details on the Web at
http://www.jetbrains.com/idea), ReSharper and dotTrace Profiler for .NET
developers (see http://www.jetbrains.com/resharper,
http://www.jetbrains.com/profiler), RubyMine for Ruby on Rails developers
(http://www.jetbrains.com/ruby), and TeamCity - a continuous integration and
build management environment (http://www.jetbrains.com/teamcity). JetBrains
maintains its headquarters in Prague, Czech Republic, with its R&D labs
located in St. Petersburg, Russia and Boston, Massachusetts. For more
information, see http://www.jetbrains.com.

    About Industrial Logic

    Industrial Logic (http://industriallogic.com) is a recognized pioneer and
leader in Extreme Programming (XP) and Lean Management. Since the late 1990s,
the company has provided Agile assessments, coaching and training. Its expert
coaches work with executives, managers, customers, programmers, testers,
auditors and others to successfully transition people, teams and whole
organizations to ultra lean agility. Industrial Logic's dedication to
efficiency and effectiveness has led them to create ground-breaking technical
and managerial eLearning (http://industriallogic.com/shop) in agile values,
principles and practices. If you are looking to "amplify your agility" using
authentic, modern agile software development, please contact
sales@industriallogic.com.

Source: JetBrains and Industrial Logic

Contact: Ann Oreshnikova, Marketing Director, +7-921-930-6703, Ann.Oreshnikova@jetbrains.com

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Bluebonnet Launches Regional Economic Development Website

Consolidates Valuable Information and Provides Powerful Tools

BASTROP, Texas, Aug. 4 -- Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative recently launched its regional economic development website which provides powerful tools and resources to foster economic growth in Central Texas. The website, bluebonnetregion.com, is an integral part of Bluebonnet's Sustainable Grid initiative.

"Promoting economic development and sustainable growth is critically important to our region," said Mark Rose, Bluebonnet's CEO. "Our regional economic development website is one of the most important initiatives Bluebonnet will lead to create good jobs and growth opportunities in our service area.

"As people around the country use our new website, they will quickly realize what businesses and folks from here have known for years - this is one of the best places in the country to live and work with great communities and a very capable workforce," Rose said.

Bluebonnetregion.com is loaded with quick facts, a video on the region, economic indicators and demographic data. Users can find city and county profiles with which to create customized reports on specific areas as well as maps that show major metropolitan areas, major highways, international and regional airports and railroads in the region.

One of the website's most useful sections is an interactive map that allows users to add layers of data, such as utilities' boundaries and infrastructure, property boundary lines, zip codes to a specific location.

Economic development professionals in both the public and private sector have praised Bluebonnet's regional economic development website.

"I am glad to see that Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative has taken the initiative to create a website that embraces the Texas Wide Open for Business spirit," said Aaron Demerson, executive director for the economic and tourism division of the Texas governor's office.

"Bluebonnet's excellent new website will be one of the top tools we'll use from now on in our economic development efforts," said Page Michel, president and CEO of the Economic Development Foundation of Brenham. "It's easy to navigate and is loaded with information and resources to help us promote our community. In fact, it showcases our entire region, making it attractive to businesses on a global scale."

Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative is one of the largest electric cooperatives in Texas and has been serving its members since 1939. Bluebonnet serves 80,000 meters and owns and maintains 11,000 miles of power lines, located across more than 3,800 square miles within 14 Central Texas counties. Bluebonnet's service area stretches from Travis County to Washington County and from Milam County down to Gonzales County. For more information about Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative go to bluebonnetelectric.coop and follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

Source: Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative
   

CONTACT:  Will Holford, +1-512-332-7955, or Barbara Turner-Gerhart,
+1-512-332-7975, both of Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative

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

American Public Gas Association Security and Integrity Foundation (APGA-SIF) Launch SHRIMP Online System

HOUSTON, Aug. 4 -- APGA-SIF and Technical Toolboxes announce the launch of SHRIMP, the Simple, Handy, Risk-Assessment, Integrity, Management Plan, an online tool to help gas utility operators to create a written Distribution Integrity Management Plan required by new federal pipeline safety regulations. All utilities must have written plans in place by August 2, 2011.

SHRIMP is an on-line program that uses a question and answer process to collect information about the design, construction, operation and maintenance history of distribution systems.  Based on the answers provided by the user, SHRIMP assesses and ranks eight different threats to distribution integrity and records that information into the written plan that is created specifically for your system.   Threats are ranked using a risk ranking index model developed specifically for SHRIMP. SHRIMP offers menus of possible additional actions to reduce risks to the system as well as performance measures to monitor the effectiveness of the plans at reducing those risks. Also, where operators have existing programs addressing any threat, SHRIMP allows the user to incorporate these programs into the DIMP plan. The end result is a complete written plan that addresses all the requirements of the regulation.

SHRIMP: GUIDED BY INDUSTRY AND GOVERNMENT EXPERTS

SHRIMP was developed through a cooperative agreement with the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and guided by an advisory group composed of industry, state and federal pipeline safety experts.

SHRIMP is free for systems with fewer than 1,000 meters and low priced for all operators. To date, over 250 systems have pre-registered to use SHRIMP to create their DIMP plans. Several large investor-owned utilities have also signed up to use SHRIMP as a way to get input from their field personnel into the corporate DIMP development process. To learn more about SHRIMP go to http://www.apgasif.org.

  Why use SHRIMP for your Distribution Integrity Management Plan?
  --  Creates complete DIMP
  --  Funded by DOT/PHMSA
  --  Low cost
  --  Can be customized with GIS and other proprietary data

About The American Public Gas Association (APGA) Security and Integrity Foundation (SIF)

The APGA Security and Integrity Foundation (APGA-SIF) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation. APGA created the SIF in 2004. APGA-SIF is dedicated to promoting the security and operational integrity and safety of small natural gas distribution and utilization facilities. It focuses its resources on enhancing the abilities of gas utility operators to prevent, mitigate and repair damage to the nation's small gas distribution infrastructure. For more information, please visit http://www.apgasif.org/.

About Technical Toolboxes (TTI)

Technical Toolboxes Inc. (TTI) is a provider of integrated software products, consulting, and training for engineering and technical professionals in the pipeline and gas distribution industry. TTI was selected by APGA-SIF and DOT-PHMSA to develop the web-based SHRIMP Data Integrity Management Plan solution and to provide ongoing technical support, updates and enhancements for the system. For more information, please visit http://www.technicaltoolboxes.com

Source: Technical Toolboxes
   

CONTACT:  Technical Toolboxes Inc., +1-713-630-0505 or Fax,
+1-713-630-0560, shrimp@ttoolboxes.com

Web Site:  http://www.ttoolboxes.com/
http://www.apgasif.org/

Twisted Pair Solutions Announces WAVE® Mobile Communicator for Smartphones, the Latest Addition to WAVE's Leading Unified Voice Communications Software Platform

Technology Connects Smartphones to Radios and Extends Reach and Presence of Existing Communications Networks

SEATTLE, Aug. 4 -- Twisted Pair Solutions today announced the availability of WAVE 5.0, the latest version of its leading unified voice communication platform that enables dissimilar voice technologies to seamlessly interoperate. WAVE 5.0 introduces the industry's first push-to-talk (PTT) application for Smartphones that is completely device and service provider-agnostic.  WAVE Mobile Communicator provides real-time, two-way PTT capability between similarly equipped devices across any Wi-Fi or wireless data network. Initially with support for BlackBerry® and Windows Mobile devices, future releases will support Android and iPhone devices.

Users of WAVE Mobile Communicators can now share voice communications with other individuals or groups of users in a true PTT fashion without being tied to a particular piece of hardware or service provider. This secure, carrier and device agnostic approach radically redefines the role and value of PTT for business and government users. With WAVE 5.0, not only can businesses and governments expand their arsenal of communications equipment easily by leveraging existing investments in Smartphones, they can also extend the scope and reach of their communications networks now as Smartphones interoperate with two-way radios, PCs and desktop telephones.

"We see a huge number of possible use cases for this capability and our customers and partners all recognize the compelling business case for WAVE Mobile Communicators," said Tom Guthrie, President and CEO for Twisted Pair Solutions. "Some would like to provide robust team communications to workers in their warehouses, while others see them as a replacement for old, proprietary and expensive radios handsets. One customer in particular intends to add new users to his radio network only using the WAVE Mobile Communicator."

With WAVE 5.0, Twisted Pair has solved a problem others are just now discovering. The limited computing power and memory of a mobile device makes it extremely difficult to run a voice processing engine on a Smartphone. The Mobile Communicator is tethered to WAVE's audio processing engine using a revolutionary connection protocol over any IP network including 2.5G, 3G, 4G and Wi-Fi. Using this architecture, communications can be secured using the latest government approved encryption technology with audio processing housed in an enterprise network or even as part of a cloud computing environment.

The WAVE Mobile Communicator itself is a small, yet robust application built using the proven WAVE SDK. The application combines the power and military-grade security and encryption of the award-winning WAVE engine with a breakthrough communications protocol. This new architecture for radio communications across cellular and Wi-Fi networks is two applications in one. It can be used to communicate on a WAVE channel in the same way as other WAVE endpoints - meaning similar to a two-way radio as part of a larger radio network. It can also be used to make secure, point-to-point (P2P) calls between two devices across any network. This is the first solution to eliminate device, network and radio system type as a barrier to communicate with two-way radio systems.

WAVE® is the industry's only pure software solution dedicated to providing unified voice communications. Whereas other technologies require vendor supplied and often proprietary servers and data network components, WAVE operates on off-the-shelf, industry standard hardware. WAVE's software only approach enables greater deployment flexibility, lowers acquisition costs and preserves prior investments in network, server and desktop infrastructure.

About Twisted Pair Solutions

Twisted Pair Solutions is the software company behind WAVE®, the only Radio-over-IP (RoIP) platform designed specifically to extend the capability, flexibility and value of other communications technologies, products and solutions. Our defense, government and commercial customers, OEM vendors, major systems integrators and software development companies from around the world have chosen to deploy, integrate or build upon our core platform technology because only a WAVE-powered solution is synonymous with battle-hardened, globally deployed, mission-critical voice communications. Twisted Pair Solutions is headquartered in Seattle, Washington, USA with offices in the United Kingdom and Australia. Visit us at http://www.twistpair.com.

Source: Twisted Pair Solutions
   

CONTACT:  Michael Ann Thomas, +1-773-961-7340, mthomas@rhstrategic.com

Web Site:  http://www.twistpair.com/

Consumers Can Find the Best Comcast Deals at WhiteFence.com

Getting Comcast service is easy, fast and free at WhiteFence, the nation's leading site to compare and order home services

HOUSTON, Aug. 4 -- With summer upon us, now is the perfect time to get set up with Comcast HD. Not only will you get crystal-clear reception and tons of channels, but with great deals and packages from WhiteFence.com, you'll get it all at truly affordable prices.

But that's not all, Comcast also offers dependable home phone service and reliable Internet service. Consumers can use WhiteFence, to easily and quickly see what Comcast packages are available at their address and find a great deal on individual Comcast services or bundled plans.

Using WhiteFence to order service is simple. All a homeowner has to do is enter his or her address, and WhiteFence will instantly provide a list of the Comcast deals and packages available in the area. Potential subscribers can even compare the latest Comcast packages side by side to get a clearer picture of the options available. Once the homeowner has made his or her selection, new service can be ordered directly through WhiteFence.

WhiteFence currently offers Comcast HD and basic cable service, as well as high-speed internet access and digital telephone service.

WhiteFence's mission is to connect every household with the best home services available, and they have already served more than 5.5 million Americans. The free service is the nation's leading resource for consumers to discover, compare and order affordable service from Comcast and a host of other providers.

About WhiteFence:

WhiteFence is a free service that helps people find the best deals on phone, Internet, television, electricity, natural gas and other home services. By simply entering a street address into the secure site, people looking to save money or start new service can find the most comprehensive list of plans available for their specific address from over 400 nationally recognized partners. As a trusted home service shopping source for 24 million people annually, WhiteFence makes it easy to establish Comcast service directly on the site in a few simple steps.

  MEDIA CONTACT:
  Chip Smith
  WhiteFence
  CSmith@WhiteFence.com
  713-663-0000

Source: WhiteFence
   

CONTACT:  Media, Chip Smith, WhiteFence, +1-713-663-0000,
CSmith@WhiteFence.com

Web Site:  http://www.whitefence.com/

DivX, Inc. Reports Strong Second Quarter 2010 Financial Results

Emerging Product Categories Continue to Gain Momentum; Licensing Business up 23% Year-over-Year Balance Sheet Remains Solid; Cash and Investments Increase by $7 Million to $146 Million or $4.41 per Share

SAN DIEGO, Aug. 4 -- DivX, Inc. (NASDAQ:DIVX), a leading digital media company, today announced results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2010.

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The Company reported revenues for the second quarter of $19.6 million, comprised of $16.9 million of technology licensing revenues and $2.7 million of media and other distribution and services revenues.  This compares to revenues of $15.2 million reported for the same period a year ago, which included $13.7 million of technology licensing revenues and $1.5 million of media and other distribution and services revenues.

"In Q2, we once again delivered solid financial and operational results and beat expectations," stated Kevin Hell, Chief Executive Officer for DivX.  "We remain on a strong growth track based on our progress with emerging devices such as digital televisions, Blu-ray players, set-top boxes and mobile phones.  With our premium content and DivX TV initiatives, we are well positioned to redefine the future of digital content delivery."

GAAP net loss in the second quarter of 2010 was approximately $2.8 million, or a net loss of $0.09 per diluted share.  DivX generated non-GAAP net income of $760,000, or $0.02 per diluted share. Non-GAAP net income and earnings per diluted share exclude the following expenses:

  1. Non-cash share-based compensation of approximately $2.7 million ($1.6
     million, or $0.05 per diluted share, net of related taxes);
  2. The scheduled amortization of purchased intangible assets related to
     the acquisition of MainConcept of $475,000 ($290,000, or $0.01 per
     diluted share, net of related taxes);
  3. The foreign exchange impact on our Euro-denominated intercompany loan
     of $165,000 ($101,000, or less than $0.01 per diluted share, net of
     related taxes);
  4. The impact of contingent consideration fair value adjustments related
     to the acquisition of AnySource Media of $102,000 ($62,000, or less
     than $0.01 per diluted share, net of related taxes):
  5. A non-cash benefit of $895,000, or $0.03 per diluted share, related to
     adjustments to our deferred tax assets primarily related to certain
     California tax law changes and stock option cancellations;
  6. Expenses related to the proposed merger transaction between DivX and
     Sonic Solutions of approximately $1.2 million ($723,000, or $0.02 per
     diluted share, net of related taxes); and
  7. Gain on the purchase of MainConcept Japan Controlling interest of
     $213,000 ($130,000, or less than $0.01 per diluted share, net of
     related taxes).

Dan Halvorson,  Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President, Operations, added, "We had another solid quarter, delivering great bottom line results that highlight the strength of our business model.  Our balance sheet remains strong with $146 million in cash and investments, or $4.41 per share."

Third Quarter 2010 Fiscal Outlook

The following table summarizes the Company's financial guidance for the third quarter of 2010. The following estimates are based on the Company's current business outlook as of the date of this press release:

                                                Q3'10
                                              Guidance
                                                --------

  Revenue (in millions)                        $20 - $21

  GAAP earnings (loss) per share,             ($0.05) -
   diluted                                      ($0.03)

  Adjustments:

    Non-cash share-based compensation
     expense, net of  related taxes                $0.05

    Amortization of purchased intangibles
     and contingent consideration
     adjustments, net of related taxes             $0.01

    Acquisition Related Costs                      $0.01

  Non-GAAP earnings per share, diluted     $0.02 - $0.04
                                           =============

  These estimates are based on:

  1. Expected revenues for technology licensing of approximately 89% of
     total revenue for the third quarter of 2010; and revenues for media and
     other distribution and services of approximately 11% of total revenues
     for the third quarter of 2010;
  2. A projected effective tax rate of approximately 40% for the third
     quarter of 2010 which is dependent on the effective tax rates in our
     various domestic and foreign jurisdictions;
  3. Anticipated non-cash share-based compensation expense of approximately
     $2.8 million ($1.7 million, or $0.05 per diluted share, net of related
     taxes) for the third quarter of 2010;
  4. The scheduled amortization of purchased intangible assets related to
     the acquisition of MainConcept and contingent consideration fair value
     adjustments related to the acquisition of AnySource Media of
     approximately $600,000 ($360,000, or $0.01 per diluted share, net of
     related taxes) for the third quarter of 2010; and
  5. Expenses related to the proposed merger transaction between DivX and
     Sonic Solutions of approximately $700,000 ($420,000, or $0.01 per
     diluted share, net of related taxes) for the third quarter of 2010,
     which excludes contingency-based transaction costs.

  Quarterly Conference Call

DivX management will host a conference call and simultaneous audio webcast to discuss its second quarter 2010 results on August 4, 2010 at 1:30 p.m. Pacific Time or 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time. To participate in the call, please dial (877) 303-3149 or outside the U.S. (408) 427-3857 to access the conference call at least five minutes prior to the start time. A live audio webcast will be available on the Events and Presentations page at http://investors.divx.com/.

In addition, an audio replay of the call will be available between 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time August 4, 2010 and Midnight, Eastern Time August 11, 2010 by calling (800) 642-1687 or (706) 645-9291, with passcode 90715543.

Joint DivX and Sonic Solutions Proposed Merger Update Call

The DivX and Sonic Solutions (NASDAQ:SNIC) management teams will host a conference call and simultaneous webcast to update shareholders on the proposed merger transaction between the two companies at 2:30 p.m. Pacific Time or 5:30 p.m. Eastern Time on August 4, 2010.  To participate on this call, please dial (877) 293-5493 or outside the U.S. (914) 495-8539 to access the conference call.  A live audio webcast will be available on the Events and Presentations page at http://investors.divx.com/.

An audio replay of the proposed merger update call will be available between 10:30 p.m. Eastern Time August 4, 2010 and Midnight, Eastern Time August 11, 2010 by calling (800) 642-1687 or (706) 645-9291, with passcode 90811287.

About DivX, Inc.

DivX, Inc. is a leading digital media company that enables consumers to enjoy a high-quality video experience across any kind of device. DivX creates, distributes and licenses digital video technologies that span the "three screens" comprising today's consumer media environment--the PC, the television and mobile devices. Over 300 million DivX devices have shipped into the market from leading consumer electronics manufacturers. DivX also offers content providers and publishers a complete solution for the distribution of secure, high-quality digital video content. Driven by a globally recognized brand and a passionate community of hundreds of millions of consumers, DivX is simplifying the video experience to enable the digital home.

On June 2, 2010, DivX, Inc. and Sonic Solutions announced a proposed merger transaction.  Sonic Solutions has filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") a registration statement on Form S-4 containing a preliminary joint proxy statement/prospectus in connection with the proposed merger and both companies intend to mail a definitive joint proxy statement/prospectus and other relevant documents to Sonic and DivX shareholders following such time that the registration statement is declared effective by the SEC.

Forward-Looking Statements

Statements in this press release that are not strictly historical in nature constitute "forward-looking statements." Such statements include, but are not limited to, references to the expected growth and earnings potential of the Company's business, the Company's position in the digital media space, and the anticipated financial results for the third quarter of 2010. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the Company's actual results to be materially different from historical results or from any results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These factors include, but are not limited to: the risk that customer use of DivX technology may not grow as anticipated; the risk that anticipated market opportunities may not materialize at expected levels, or at all; the risk that the Company's financial performance for the third quarter of 2010 may not meet expectations; the risk that the Company's activities may not result in the growth of profitable revenue; risks and uncertainties related to the maintenance and strength of the DivX brand; the Company's ability to penetrate existing and new markets; the effects of competition; the Company's dependence on its licensees and partners; the effect of intellectual property rights claims; the risks and uncertainties related to the failure to satisfy the conditions of the pending merger, including failure to obtain the required approvals of DivX and Sonic Solutions stockholders, including the approval of a majority of DivX stockholders; the costs and expenses associated with the pending merger; contractual restrictions on the conduct of DivX's business included in the merger agreement; the potential loss of key personnel, disruption of DivX's business or any impact on DivX's relationships with third parties as a result of the pending merger; any delay in consummating the proposed merger or the failure to consummate the transaction; and the outcome of, or expenses associated with, any litigation which may arise in connection with the pending merger; and other factors discussed in the "Risk Factors" section of the Company's most recent reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.  All forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. DivX is providing this information as of the date of this release and does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statements contained in this release as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, other than as required under applicable securities laws.

Non-GAAP Financial Measures; GAAP EPS

DivX has provided in this release financial information that has not been prepared in accordance with GAAP. This information includes non-GAAP net income (loss) and diluted earnings (loss) per share, which excludes non-cash share-based compensation expense, the amortization of purchased intangible assets, the foreign exchange impact of our Euro-denominated intercompany loan, the impact of contingent consideration fair value adjustments related to the acquisition of AnySource Media, the non-cash charge for adjustments to our deferred tax assets, expenses related to the proposed merger transaction between DivX and Sonic Solutions, and the gain on the purchase of MainConcept Japan Controlling interest. This non-GAAP information is provided to enhance the reader's overall understanding of our current financial performance and prospects for the future. Specifically, we believe this information provides useful comparative data by excluding non-cash share-based compensation expense, which is not consistent from period-to-period. Also, we believe that the exclusion of amortization of purchased intangible assets, the impact of contingent consideration fair value adjustments related to the acquisition of AnySource Media, the foreign exchange impact of our Euro-denominated intercompany loan, the change in value of certain tax deferred assets, the expenses related to the proposed merger transaction, and the gain on purchase of MainConcept Japan Controlling interest provides useful comparative data by reflecting our business operations in a manner that is consistent with expected future operations. Management has historically used non-GAAP net income (loss) and non-GAAP earnings (loss) per diluted share when evaluating operating performance because we believe the exclusion of the items described above provides an additional measure of our core operating results and facilitates comparisons of our core operating performance against prior periods and our business model objectives. The presentation of this additional information should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for results prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States. The non-GAAP financial measures used by the Company may be calculated differently from, and therefore may not be comparable to, similarly titled measures used by other companies.

We will continue to evaluate the factors that might impact non-cash share-based compensation expense and accruals for income tax expense. The non-cash share-based compensation expense is expected to vary depending on the number of new grants issued to both current and new employees, and changes in the Company's stock price, stock market volatility, expected option life, and risk-free interest rates (all of which are difficult to estimate). In addition, the factors that impact our deferred tax assets are expected to vary from period-to-period, also making our effective tax rate difficult to estimate.

Additional Information

This press release is not a solicitation of a proxy, an offer to purchase, nor a solicitation of an offer to sell shares of Sonic Solutions, and it is not a substitute for any proxy statement or other filings that may be made with the SEC with respect to the proposed merger.  In connection with the proposed merger, Sonic Solutions has filed a registration statement on Form S-4 containing a joint proxy statement/prospectus of Sonic Solutions and DivX. Investors and security holders are urged to carefully read the Registration Statement on Form S-4 and related joint proxy statement/prospectus and other documents filed with the SEC by Sonic Solutions and DivX, because they contain important information about Sonic Solutions, DivX and the proposed transaction, including with respect to risks and uncertainties that could delay or prevent the completion of the transaction. Such documents are available free of charge at the SEC website (http://www.sec.gov), from Sonic Solutions and its corporate website (http://www.sonic.com) or from DivX and its corporate website (http://www.divx.com).

Sonic Solutions, DivX and their respective directors, executive officers and other members of their management may be deemed to be soliciting proxies from shareholders of Sonic Solutions or DivX in favor of the proposed merger. Investors and stockholders may obtain more detailed information regarding the direct and indirect interests in the proposed merger of persons who may, under the rules of the SEC, be considered participants in the solicitation of these shareholders in connection with the proposed merger by reading the joint proxy statement/prospectus described above. Additional information about the directors and executive officers of Sonic Solutions may be found in its definitive proxy statement filed with the SEC on October 1, 2009. Additional information about the directors and executive officers of DivX may be found in its definitive proxy statement filed with the SEC on April 20, 2010. Such documents are available free of charge at the SEC website (http://www.sec.gov), from Sonic Solutions and its corporate website (http://www.sonic.com) or from DivX and its corporate website (http://www.divx.com).

                              DivX, Inc.
                 CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED BALANCE SHEETS
                            (in thousands)

                                            June 30,      December 31,
                                                 2010              2009
                                                 ----              ----
                                                     (unaudited)
  Assets
  Current assets:
    Cash and cash equivalents                 $29,355           $14,883
    Short-term investments                    113,892           125,047
    Accounts receivable, net                    3,199             2,521
    Deferred tax assets, current                1,025             1,025
    Prepaid expenses and other current
     assets                                     9,626             6,080
                                                -----             -----
      Total current assets                    157,097           149,556

  Property and equipment, net                   1,705             2,143
  Long-term investments                         3,019             3,779
  Deferred tax assets, long-term               13,014            13,178
  Purchased intangible assets, net             11,394            13,340
  Goodwill                                     17,153            18,528
  Other assets                                  6,457             7,074
                                                -----             -----
      Total assets                           $209,839          $207,598
                                             ========          ========

  Liabilities and stockholders' equity
  Current liabilities:
    Accounts payable                           $1,324            $1,853
    Accrued expenses                           10,297             8,399
    Deferred revenue                            4,600             5,350
                                                -----             -----
      Total current liabilities                16,221            15,602

  Long-term liabilities                         6,025             6,821
                                                -----             -----
      Total liabilities                        22,246            22,423

  Stockholders' equity                        187,593           185,175

      Total liabilities and stockholders'
       equity                                $209,839          $207,598
                                             ========          ========

                      DivX, Inc.
   CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
        (in thousands, except per share data)
                     (unaudited)

                                              Three Months Ended June
                                                        30,
                                             ------------------------
                                                 2010             2009
                                                 ----             ----

  Net revenues:
    Technology licensing                      $16,877          $13,725
    Media and other distribution and
     services                                   2,688            1,509
                                                -----            -----
      Total net revenues                       19,565           15,234

  Cost of revenue:
    Cost of technology licensing (excludes
     amortization of purchased developed
     intangibles)                               2,283            2,165
    Cost of media and other distribution and
     services                                     115              136
                                                  ---              ---
      Total cost of revenues                    2,398            2,301
                                                -----

  Gross profit                                 17,167           12,933

  Operating expenses:
    Selling, general and administrative (1)    14,122           11,875
    Product development (1)                     6,868            4,633
                                                -----            -----
      Total operating expenses                 20,990           16,508
                                               ------           ------
  Loss from operations                         (3,823)          (3,575)

  Interest income (expense), net                  385              432
  Other income (expense), net                      71              529
  Loss before income taxes                     (3,367)          (2,614)
  Income tax provision (benefit)                 (546)            (255)
  Net loss                                    $(2,821)         $(2,359)
                                              =======          =======

  Basic net loss per share                     $(0.09)          $(0.07)
                                               ======           ======
  Diluted net loss per share                   $(0.09)          $(0.07)
                                               ======           ======

  Shares used to compute basic net loss
   per share                                   33,010           32,589
                                               ======           ======
  Shares used to compute diluted net loss
   per share                                   33,010           32,589
                                               ======           ======

  (1) Includes share-based compensation
   as follows:
    Selling, general and administrative        $2,081           $1,831
    Product development                           601              524
                                                  ---              ---
                                               $2,682           $2,355
                                               ======           ======

                                               Six Months Ended June
                                                        30,
                                              ----------------------
                                                 2010             2009
                                                 ----             ----

  Net revenues:
    Technology licensing                      $37,818          $32,331
    Media and other distribution and services   5,002            1,580
                                                -----            -----
      Total net revenues                       42,820           33,911

  Cost of revenue:
    Cost of technology licensing (excludes
     amortization of purchased developed
     intangibles)                               4,501            4,576
    Cost of media and other distribution and
     services                                     237              312
                                                  ---              ---
      Total cost of revenues                    4,738            4,888
                                                -----

  Gross profit                                 38,082           29,023

  Operating expenses:
    Selling, general and administrative (1)    26,887           24,584
    Product development (1)                    13,519            9,334
                                               ------            -----
      Total operating expenses                 40,406           33,918
                                               ------           ------
  Loss from operations                         (2,324)          (4,895)

  Interest income (expense), net                  786            1,026
  Other income (expense), net                     (42)             139
  Loss before income taxes                     (1,580)          (3,730)
  Income tax provision (benefit)                  (15)              61
  Net loss                                    $(1,565)         $(3,791)
                                              =======          =======

  Basic net loss per share                     $(0.05)          $(0.12)
                                               ======           ======
  Diluted net loss per share                   $(0.05)          $(0.12)
                                               ======           ======

  Shares used to compute basic net loss per
   share                                       32,924           32,532
                                               ======           ======
  Shares used to compute diluted net loss
   per share                                   32,924           32,532
                                               ======           ======

  (1) Includes share-based compensation as
   follows:
    Selling, general and administrative        $3,872           $3,713
    Product development                         1,210              841
                                                -----              ---
                                               $5,082           $4,554
                                               ======           ======

                      DivX, Inc.
   UNAUDITED RECONCILIATION OF NON-GAAP ADJUSTMENTS
         (in thousands, except per share data)
                      (unaudited)

                                                    Three Months Ended
                                                         June 30,
                                                    ------------------
                                                     2010          2009
                                                     ----          ----
  Net Income:
    GAAP net loss                                 $(2,821)      $(2,359)
      Share-based compensation                      2,682         2,355
      Acquisition related expenses                  1,182             -
      Amortization of purchased intangible assets     475           532
      Foreign exchange loss (gain) on Euro-
       denominated intercompany loan                  165          (287)
      Adjustments to the fair value of AnySource
       acquisition contingent consideration           102             -
      Valuation allowance /adjustments on
       deferred tax assets                            895           462
      Gain on purchase of MainConcept Japan
       Controlling interest                          (213)            -
      Income tax effects of pre-tax adjustments    (1,707)         (794)

    Non-GAAP net income (loss)                       $760          $(91)
                                                     ====          ====

  Diluted earnings per share:
    GAAP diluted loss per share                    $(0.09)       $(0.07)
      Share-based compensation                       0.08          0.07
      Acquisition related expenses                   0.04             -
      Amortization of purchased intangible assets    0.01          0.02
      Foreign exchange loss (gain) on Euro-
       denominated intercompany loan                    -         (0.01)
      Adjustments to the fair value of AnySource
       acquisition contingent consideration             -             -
      Valuation allowance /adjustments on
       deferred tax assets                           0.03          0.01
      Gain on purchase of MainConcept Japan
       Controlling interest                         (0.01)            -
      Income tax effects of pre-tax adjustments     (0.05)        (0.02)

    Non-GAAP diluted earnings (loss) per share      $0.02         $0.00
                                                    =====         =====

     Non-GAAP shares used to compute diluted net
      earnings (loss) per share                    33,566        32,589
                                                   ======        ======

  The following table sets forth the
   computation of Non- GAAP basic and diluted
   net earnings per share:

  Numerator:
    Net income (loss)                                $760          $(91)

  Denominator:
    Weighted-average common shares outstanding
     (basic)                                       33,010        32,589
                                                   ======        ======

    Weighted-average common shares outstanding
     (diluted)                                     33,566        32,589
                                                   ======        ======

  Basic net earnings (loss) per share               $0.02        $(0.00)
                                                    =====        ======

  Diluted net earnings (loss) per share             $0.02        $(0.00)
                                                    =====        ======

                                                      Six Months Ended
                                                          June 30,
                                                      ----------------
                                                      2010         2009
                                                      ----         ----
  Net Income:
    GAAP net loss                                  $(1,565)     $(3,791)
      Share-based compensation                       5,082        4,554
      Acquisition related expenses                   1,182            -
      Amortization of purchased intangible assets      985        1,043
      Foreign exchange loss (gain) on Euro-
       denominated intercompany loan                   302           26
      Adjustments to the fair value of AnySource
       acquisition contingent consideration            378            -
      Valuation allowance /adjustments on deferred
       tax assets                                      764        1,218
      Gain on purchase of MainConcept Japan
       Controlling interest                           (213)           -
      Income tax effects of pre-tax adjustments     (2,998)      (1,987)

    Non-GAAP net income (loss)                      $3,917       $1,063
                                                    ======       ======

  Diluted earnings per share:
    GAAP diluted loss per share                     $(0.05)      $(0.12)
      Share-based compensation                        0.15         0.14
      Acquisition related expenses                    0.04            -
      Amortization of purchased intangible assets     0.03         0.03
      Foreign exchange loss (gain) on Euro-
       denominated intercompany loan                  0.01            -
      Adjustments to the fair value of AnySource
       acquisition contingent consideration           0.01            -
      Valuation allowance /adjustments on deferred
       tax assets                                     0.02         0.04
      Gain on purchase of MainConcept Japan
       Controlling interest                          (0.01)           -
      Income tax effects of pre-tax adjustments      (0.09)       (0.06)

    Non-GAAP diluted earnings (loss) per share       $0.12        $0.03
                                                     =====        =====

     Non-GAAP shares used to compute diluted net
      earnings (loss) per share                     33,382       32,880
                                                    ======       ======

  The following table sets forth the
   computation of Non- GAAP basic and diluted
   net earnings per share:

  Numerator:
    Net income (loss)                               $3,917       $1,063

  Denominator:
    Weighted-average common shares outstanding
     (basic)                                        32,924       32,532
                                                    ======       ======

    Weighted-average common shares outstanding
     (diluted)                                      33,382       32,880
                                                    ======       ======

  Basic net earnings (loss) per share                $0.12        $0.03
                                                     =====        =====

  Diluted net earnings (loss) per share              $0.12        $0.03
                                                     =====        =====

                                           DivX, Inc.
                         CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOW
                                         (in thousands)
                                           (unaudited)

                             Three Months Ended         Six Months Ended
                                  June 30,                  June 30,
                             ------------------     ----------------
                             2010           2009     2010          2009
                             ----           ----     ----          ----

  Net cash provided by
   operating activities    $8,163         $1,518   $5,762        $4,050

  Net cash provided by
   (used in) investing
   activities              11,401           (565)   7,402      (25,365)

  Net cash provided by
   (used in) financing
   activities               1,364            504    1,508           960

  Effect of exchange rate
   changes on cash           (162)           227     (200)          119

  Net increase (decrease)
   in cash and cash
   equivalents             20,766          1,684   14,472      (20,236)
  Cash and cash
   equivalents at
   beginning of period      8,589         21,522   14,883        43,442
                            -----         ------   ------        ------

  Cash and cash
   equivalents at end of
   period                 $29,355        $23,206  $29,355       $23,206
                          =======        =======  =======       =======

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Source: DivX, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Investor Relations, Karen Fisher, +1-858-882-6415,
kfisher@divxcorp.com, or Media, Jennifer Baumgartner, +1-503-901-5371,
Jbaumgartner@divxcorp.com, both of DivX, Inc.

Web Site:  http://www.divx.com/

Forte Launches Probate Finder OnDemand(TM)

Industry's First Online Estate Recovery Application Simplifies Deceased Debt Collection Using Nation's Largest Probate Database

MINNEAPOLIS, Aug. 4 -- Forte, LLC, today announced the availability of Probate Finder OnDemand(TM), a web-based probate database and estate recovery application that significantly improves deceased debt collections through probate. Probate Finder OnDemand provides access to a proprietary database of more than three million probated estate records, powerful matching algorithms that accurately match deceased accounts to estate records and automated workflows that simplify claim preparation and management resulting in improved deceased debt recovery performance.

"For years, the world's largest banks and lending institutions have used our Probate Finder® database to recover deceased accounts through probate - the most effective, survivor-sensitive way to collect on deceased debt," said Steven Farsht, CEO, Forte. "Today, through unprecedented innovation and powerful web technologies, Probate Finder OnDemand brings the benefits of Probate Finder to your desktop."

By harnessing the power of the Probate Finder database, the most advanced and comprehensive database of probated estate information anywhere, Probate Finder OnDemand puts the user in control of the probate process. An intuitive interface and powerful web-based technologies simplify the user experience and make recovering deceased accounts efficient and effective. The web-based solution needs no new hardware or software while users require little training or specialized knowledge. There is no fee for searching and users only pay when a match is identified. Other features include:

  --  Access to more than three million probated estate records
  --  Online access to right party contact information
  --  Simple, fully automated account uploading process
  --  Automated, hourly matching of estate records and accounts
  --  Effortless document storage and retrieval
  --  Coverage of all the nation's more than 3,450 probate courts
  --  Information Security Program certified to the ISO27001 international
      security standard and HIPAA compliant, ensuring maximum data security
      and regulatory compliance
  --  Desktop application includes comprehensive online help and support

With an initial focus on the healthcare industry, Probate Finder OnDemand's ease of use and automated access to the nation's probate courts drove interest from a diverse group of healthcare providers. "Probate Finder OnDemand makes the whole process of finding estates and filing claims so much easier," said Deborah Ivy, billing manager, South Texas Oncology and Hematology, an eight-facility practice in the southwest U.S that had pre-release access to the application. "Without Probate Finder OnDemand, I wouldn't know where to start."

Using only a web browser and an Internet connection, Probate Finder OnDemand makes it easy for users to add accounts into the system, match them against more than three million probated estate records and manage the claims recovery process.

To learn more about Probate Finder OnDemand, please visit http://www.probatefinder.com or call 1.888.423.0522.

About Forte

Forte is the industry leader in probate data and solutions that increase probate recoveries. Forte helps organizations maximize recoveries on probate accounts while protecting their reputation and relationships.  Harnessing the power of its patent-pending technologies, Forte delivers innovative, data-driven solutions that are transforming the way organizations deal with the death of a customer. Visit http://www.probatefinder.com to learn more.

Source: Forte, LLC
   

CONTACT:  Lisa Hannum, +1-651-789-2233, lhannum@beehivepr.biz, for Forte,
LLC

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

Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® 2 Single Player Demo Now Available

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Aug. 4 -- Cliffhanger, the breathtaking and epic mission from Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® 2, is now available worldwide for download as a single player demo on the Xbox LIVE® Marketplace and on PlayStation®Network*.

One of the most recognized levels in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, Cliffhanger thrusts players into an epic fight of a lifetime amid near-blinding snowstorm conditions high in the frigid mountains of Kazakhstan. One wrong move and it's certain death as players scale a frozen mountainside, battle their way through a raging firefight, and race for survival aboard a snowmobile under heavy enemy fire.

Developed by Infinity Ward and published by Activision Publishing, Inc. (NASDAQ:ATVI), Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 is rated "M" (Mature) by the ESRB for Blood, Drug Reference, Intense Violence and Language.  For more information visit http://www.modernwarfare2.com.

  *PSN Demo not available in Germany

  About Activision Publishing, Inc.

Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision Publishing, Inc. is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and leisure products. Activision maintains operations in the U.S., Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Sweden, Spain, Norway, Denmark, the Netherlands, Australia, South Korea, China and the region of Taiwan. More information about Activision and its products can be found on the company's website, http://www.activision.com.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-looking Statements: Information in this press release that involves Activision Publishing's expectations, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future are forward-looking statements that are not facts and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Activision Publishing generally uses words such as "outlook," "will," "could," "would," "might," "remains," "to be," "plans," "believes," "may," "expects," "intends," "anticipates," "estimate," future," "plan," "positioned," "potential," "project," "remain," "scheduled," "set to," "subject to," "upcoming" and similar expressions to identify forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause Activision Publishing's actual future results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements set forth in this release include, but are not limited to, sales levels of Activision Publishing's titles, shifts in consumer spending trends, the impact of the current macroeconomic environment, the seasonal and cyclical nature of the interactive game market, Activision Publishing's ability to predict consumer preferences among competing hardware platforms, declines in software pricing, product returns and price protection, product delays, retail acceptance of Activision Publishing's products, adoption rate and availability of new hardware (including peripherals) and related software, industry competition including from used games and other forms of entertainment, litigation risks and associated costs, rapid changes in technology, industry standards, business models including online and used games, and consumer preferences, including interest in specific genres such as music, first-person action and massively multiplayer online games, protection of proprietary rights, maintenance of relationships with key personnel, customers, licensees, licensors, vendors, and third-party developers, including the ability to attract, retain and develop key personnel and developers that can create high quality "hit" titles, counterparty risks relating to customers, licensees, licensors and manufacturers, domestic and international economic, financial and political conditions and policies, foreign exchange rates and tax rates, and the identification of suitable future acquisition opportunities and potential challenges associated with geographic expansion, and the other factors identified in the risk factors sections of Activision Blizzard's most recent annual report on Form 10-K and any subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. The forward-looking statements in this release are based upon information available to Activision Publishing and Activision Blizzard as of the date of this release, and neither Activision Publishing nor Activision Blizzard assumes any obligation to update any such forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements believed to be true when made may ultimately prove to be incorrect. These statements are not guarantees of the future performance of Activision Publishing or Activision Blizzard and are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors, some of which are beyond its control and may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations.

Activision, Call of Duty and Modern Warfare are registered trademarks of Activision Publishing, Inc. All rights reserved. All other trademarks and trade names are the properties of their respective owners.  All other trademarks and trade names are the properties of their respective owners. Xbox 360, Xbox LIVE, and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. "PlayStation" is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

Source: Activision Publishing, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Bianca Harzbecker, Junior Publicist of Activision Publishing,
Inc., +1-310-496-5290, bianca.harzbecker@activision.com

Web Site:  http://www.activision.com/

Company News On-Call:  http://www.prnewswire.com/comp/007396.html

Epson's New Artisan All-in-One Printers Offer Superior Performance, Image Quality, Convenience, and an Eye-Catching Design

Artisan 835 and Artisan 725 Deliver Unbeatable Features and Fit the Decor of any Room

LONG BEACH, Calif., Aug. 4 -- Epson America, Inc., a leading provider of superior performing desktop printing solutions, today introduced its new line of Artisan® all-in-ones - the Artisan 835 and Artisan 725.  With image quality preferred by consumers 3-to-1 over the competition(1) and a host of unique features, the new Artisan all-in-ones are a perfect match for today's active, digital families that require one solution for various printing needs.

To view the multimedia assets associated with this release, please click: http://multivu.prnewswire.com/mnr/epson/45508/

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"These latest Artisan all-in-ones continue to redefine the standard for image quality, print speed and unique creative capabilities," said Julie Ernest, product manager, Consumer Ink Jet Printers, Epson America, Inc. "From family photos and creative projects to school work and household documents, these versatile all-in-ones deliver the quality, reliability and performance consumers have come to expect from the Artisan line."

The flagship Artisan 835 boasts a 7.8-inch smart touch panel, a 3.5-inch color LCD, built-in fax, and a 30-page Automatic Document Feeder to quickly copy and fax documents. The Artisan 725 features an enhanced touch panel for easier navigation. Both feature 2.5 times faster wireless connectivity with Wi-Fi n(2), wireless printing from an Apple® iPhone(3) and the world's fastest 4"x6" photo print speeds(4).  In addition, the Artisan 725 and Artisan 835 deliver vibrant colors and crisp, clear text with Epson's six-color Ultra Hi-Definition Claria® ink.

  Additional Features of the Artisan Series:
  --  Delivers fast ISO print speeds of 9.5 ISO ppm black and 9 ISO ppm
      color(5)
  --  Offers built-in wireless and Ethernet networking
  --  Saves up to 50 percent of paper supply with automatic two-sided
      printing
  --  Creates personalized greeting cards, coloring book pages, elegant
      stationery, and note paper
  --  Creates professional-looking discs by printing images and text
      directly onto ink jet printable CDs/DVDs with easy-to-use Epson Print
      CD software
  --  Features built-in Auto Photo Correction to automatically evaluate and
      correct images and red eye
  --  Prints applications wirelessly from an iPhone, including PDF files,
      photos, photo calendars, business documents, and more, through
      applications available on the iTunes App Store
  --  Prints images directly from digital cameras, mobile phones and USB
      Flash drives with PictBridge®
  --  Accommodates various printing needs with individual ink cartridges at
      affordable prices (standard and high-capacity sizes)(6)
  --  Delivers vivid, true-to-life photos with Epson's exclusive MicroPiezo®
      print head with DX5(TM) technology
  --  Offers a range of eco features and environmental qualifications
      including, ENERGY STAR® and RoHS compliance, and is designed to be
      recycled(7)

  Pricing and Availability

The Artisan 725 ($199.99*) and Artisan 835 ($299.99*) will be available in mid-August through major computer, office and electronic superstores, a variety of retail stores nationwide and Epson's retail site, http://www.epsonstore.com. An all-white "Arctic Edition" Artisan 725 ($199.99*) will also be available in mid-September exclusively through Best Buy to allow consumers more options to match the decor of their home and computer equipment. All models come with a one-year limited warranty and free lifetime phone support(8) with quick and convenient product exchange. For more information, please see the Artisan 725, Artisan 835 and Artisan 725 Arctic Edition fact sheets.

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 countries 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. To learn more about Epson America, please visit: http://www.Epson.com. You may also connect with Epson America on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/EpsonAmerica), Twitter (http://twitter.com/EpsonAmerica) and YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/EpsonTV).

  Specifications are subject to change
   without notice. Epson and Claria are
   registered trademarks, and Epson Exceed
   Your Vision is a registered logomark.
   Artisan 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) Compared to photo all-in-ones
   priced at $300 or less as of 11/1/08 in
   testing by Newman-Stein, Inc.

  (2) Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n certified;
   level of performance subject to the
   range of the router being used. Visit
   www.wi-fi.org/files/
   11nbasics_glossary.pdf for more
   information.

  (3) See http://www.epson.com/mobileprinting for
   more information on optional phone
   applications.

  (4) Compared to ink jet, photo all-in-
   ones priced at $299 or less as of April
   1, 2010, based on independent testing.

  (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 tiems will
   vary based on system configuration,
   software, and page complexity. See
   www.epson.com/printspeed for details,
   including complete ISO reports.

  (6) Cartridge yields are based on
   continuous printing of a suite of five
   black and color pages as required by
   ISO/ IEC 24711 and 24712. Actual yields
   will vary considerably for reasons
   including images printed, print
   settings, temperature and humidity.
   Yields may be lower when printing
   infrequently or predominantly with one
   ink color. A variable amount of ink
   remains in the cartridges after the
   "replace cartridge" signal. Part of the
   ink from the first cartridges is used
   for priming the all-in-one. Ink is
   used for both printing and print head
   maintenance. All inks are used for both
   black and color printing. For more
   information about yields for this all-
   in-one, see http://www.epson.com/
   cartridgeinfo.

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

  (8) Epson provides phone support, without
   charge, for the life of the product.
   Telephone toll charges may apply

  *Estimated street price

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PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.comVideo:  http://multivu.prnewswire.com/mnr/epson/45508
Source: Epson America, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Caroline Zubieta, Epson America Inc., +1-562-290-4026,
caroline_zubieta@ea.epson.com; Allie Zigulis, Walt & Company, +1-408-369-7200,
ext. 2986, azigulis@walt.com

Web Site:  http://www.epson.com/

The Green Mountain Inn of Stowe, Vermont is Launching a New Website With a Host of Informative Features.

Cool Net Surfing at Historic Vermont Hotel

STOWE, Vt., Aug. 4 -- Finding information about the Green Mountain Inn just got easier thanks to the Inn's newly updated and revitalized web site.

  (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20100804/LA45873LOGO)
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"Our new, streamlined website gives an extensive up-close and personal overview of the Inn and Stowe," said innkeeper Patti Clark. "It's now easier to search for anything from our array of amenities and accommodations to in-depth information on how to plan a four-season vacation, family reunion or other special function.

"The Green Mountain Inn site has been designed to be the comprehensive, one-stop online browsing experience we know busy travelers are looking for these days. We've included links to a host of activities and points of interest within the greater Stowe area throughout any of the four seasons. Planning a really memorable vacation getaway has never been easier."

The revamped web site was created to be user friendly and easily navigable. "We know people are busy balancing the demands of their everyday lives," added Clark. "So we've devised our site to deliver up-to-date information so visitors - whether virtual or real-time - can find what they're looking for quickly and efficiently without investing a lot of unnecessary search time. We think GreenMountainInn.com visitors will find surfing the Inn's new online home is easier, more seamless and - best of all - fun."

"What we've done with our web site redesign reflects our mission at the Inn - continually searching for ways to provide our guests with a high quality, customer-focused experience. Our guests come first - always."

Highlights of the new web site include information about the Inn's participation in the Vermont Fresh Network, membership as a Vermont Business for Social Responsibility (VBSR), designation as a Green Hotel by the Vermont Chamber of Commerce, and the Inn's partnership with Green Mountain Coffee Roasters. Other features include links to area dining, event calendars, a guide to local cultural and art attractions, and popular driving tours throughout the area.

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

  About Green Mountain Inn:

This New England village resort is a historic legend of grandeur complete with weekly guest gatherings, year-round outdoor heated pool, massage therapy and two acclaimed restaurants. The Green Mountain Inn offers a superb location in the heart of Stowe with a variety of accommodations.

Photo:  http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20100804/LA45873LOGO
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PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com
Source: Green Mountain Inn
   

CONTACT:  Patti Clark of Green Mountain Inn, +1-802-253-7300,
patti@gminn.com

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