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New Compass Intelligence Research: Health Care IT Market Expected to Reach $73.1 Billion in 2010

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., June 16 -- New research from Compass Intelligence (http://www.compassintelligence.com/) shows that the Health Care IT market is primed for continued growth over the next five years.  Compass Intelligence expects health care organizations including hospitals, doctors' offices, private practices, clinics and other health care organizations to spend an estimated $73.1 Billion this year on IT products, services and solutions. By 2014 expenditures are expected to climb to $85.0 Billion.  Health care IT spending is being driven by the government's push for the market to adopt Electronic Health Records (EHR or EMR) backed by stimulus dollars, investments in systems and networks to support new applications, and the adoption of mobile applications, hardware, and other software to support patient care, patient records, and next generation medical diagnostics and imaging.

"The federal stimulus funding in the HITECH Act has sparked the health care industry to invest in systems, software, and network infrastructure to support EHR implementation," says Stephanie Atkinson, Managing Partner at Compass Intelligence.  Ms. Atkinson also states, "The push for compliance is uncovering pent up demand and giving light to delayed technology investments." The interesting dynamic is that it is not just a matter of implementing new software, in fact, EHR is expected to impact the entire health care IT ecosystem.

  Other key findings include:
  --  Over $14 Billion increase from 2010 to 2014 in Health Care IT
      Expenditures
  --  4.5% Compound Annual Growth Rate over the next 5 years
  --  $705.8 Million will be spent on Mobile Applications in 2010

For more information or to learn more about our Health care research, click here: http://tinyurl.com/23j8vh4

About Compass Intelligence

Compass Intelligence, a global consulting and market analytics firm, specializes in segment and vertical market intelligence for the high-tech and telecom industries; and offers clients a tailored research experience through excellent customer support. Compass Intelligence provides subscriptions and research reports, insight videos, forecasts, competitive analysis, market data and expert recommendations on multiple markets. Find us on http://www.compassintelligence.com/ or follow us on Twitter (CompassIntel).

  For Interviews or Other Requests
  Stephanie Atkinson
  Managing Partner & Principal Analyst
  satkinson@compassintelligence.com

  Heather Taylor
  Marketing & Press Manager
  +1 210.296.6469
  htaylor@compassintelligence.com

Source: Compass Intelligence
   

CONTACT:  Stephanie Atkinson, Managing Partner & Principal Analyst,
satkinson@compassintelligence.com, or Heather Taylor, Marketing & Press
Manager, +1-210-296-6469, htaylor@compassintelligence.com, both of Compass
Intelligence

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

Generation Zero Group, Inc. Finalizes Find.com Documentation

-Secures Necessary Consents to Close Acquisition-

ATLANTA, June 16 -- Generation Zero Group, Inc. (the "Company")  (BULLETIN BOARD: GNZR)  today announced that it has completed the negotiation of all acquisition and financing documents related to the acquisition of Find.com.  The Find.com acquisition requires the approval of 75% of certain parties that control the domain name.  Representatives of those parties have indicated to the Company that the parameters of the transaction have been approved by in excess of the required 75% approval level and that now that the documentation has been negotiated the transaction should close within a week.

Commenting on the announcement, Generation Zero Group, Inc. Chief Executive Officer Matthew Krieg commented:  "I believe that the parties involved in this transaction always believed the transaction would close.  The hold up has been determining the optimal structure.  Now that the structure is set and the documents have been negotiated, I expect that we can close within a week and continue to leverage our technology with this premium domain name with the goal of building Find.com into a premium brand in the search engine space."

About Generation Zero Group, Inc.:

Generation Zero Group, Inc.  (http://www.generationzerogroup.com)  Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Generation Zero Group, Inc. is focused on having controlling or significant ownership interests in Premium Domain names, next-generation Technologies and Businesses with strong growth potential.  The Company intends to use its expertise in Internet marketing, search engine optimization, and cutting edge technology to build and expand its business interests in their respective markets.

This press release may contain forward-looking statements, including information about management's view of the Company's future expectations, plans and prospects, within the safe harbor provisions under The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (the "Act"). In particular, when used in the preceding discussion, the words "believes," "expects," "intends," "plans," "anticipates," or "may," and similar conditional expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Act, and are subject to the safe harbor created by the Act. Any statements made in this news release other than those of historical fact, about an action, event or development, are forward-looking statements. These statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, which may cause the results of the Company, and concepts to be materially different than those expressed or implied in such statements. These risk factors and others are included from time to time in documents the Company files with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including but not limited to, its Form 10-Ks, Form 10-Qs and Form 8-Ks. Other unknown or unpredictable factors also could have material adverse effects on the Company's future results. The forward-looking statements included in this press release are made only as of the date hereof. The Company cannot guarantee future results, levels of activity, performance or achievements. Accordingly, you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Finally, the Company undertakes no obligation to update these statements after the date of this release, except as required by law, and also takes no obligation to update or correct information prepared by third parties that are not paid for by the Company.

Source: Generation Zero Group, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  William Goldstein of Generation Zero Group, Inc.,
1-888-214-1710

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

AT&T Strengthens Mobile Coverage in Hogansburg

New Cell Site Activated as Part of Ongoing AT&T Investment in Local Wireless Network

HOGANSBURG, N.Y., June 16 -- As part of its continuing network investment to support growing demand for advanced mobile devices and applications, AT&T* today announced the activation of a new cell site in Franklin County. The new site, which is located in Hogansburg in the western area of the St. Regis Mohawk Indian Reservation, will enhance wireless coverage for area residents and businesses along Route 37 between Fort Covington and Massena. AT&T customers should also notice new wireless coverage along the St. Lawrence Seaway and at the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino.

The new cell site is part of AT&T's ongoing effort to drive innovation and extend its mobile network. It is also part of AT&T's ongoing investment to build the broadband networks that will fuel economic growth and create jobs, and enable its customers to quickly access the content, applications and services that matter most to them.

"Delivering dependable wireless coverage for consumers and business customers who need to stay connected is our ultimate objective," said Hal Lenox, president, AT&T New York. "Our ongoing investments in this critical part of the state will help us ensure that our customers have access to the wireless services that help drive economic growth."

"More than ever before, customers look to wireless communications to stay in touch with family, friends and business colleagues," said Robert Holliday, vice president and general manager for AT&T in western/upstate New York. "We're working to make this possible by adding new wireless coverage and offering exciting products to help our customers stay connected with their world, at home and on the go."

AT&T's mobile network is based on the Global System for Mobile (GSM) standard, the most open and widely used wireless network platforms in the world. AT&T offers data roaming in more than 195 countries, as well as voice calling in more than 220 countries.

For more information about AT&T's coverage in New York state or anywhere in the United States, consumers can visit http://www.wireless.att.com/coverageviewer/. The online tool can measure the quality of coverage based on a street address, intersection, ZIP code or even a landmark.

For updates on the AT&T wireless network, please visit http://www.att.com/networknews.

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

About AT&T

AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T) is a premier communications holding company. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's fastest 3G network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet and voice services. A leader in mobile broadband, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verse(SM) and AT&T | DIRECTV(SM) brands. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world. In domestic markets, AT&T Advertising Solutions and AT&T Interactive are known for their leadership in local search and advertising. In 2010, AT&T again ranked among the 50 Most Admired Companies by FORTUNE® magazine.

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

© 2010 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. 3G service not available in all areas. AT&T, the AT&T logo and all other marks contained herein are trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property and/or AT&T affiliated companies.

Cautionary Language Concerning Forward-Looking Statements

Information set forth in this press release contains financial estimates and other forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results might differ materially. A discussion of factors that may affect future results is contained in AT&T's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. AT&T disclaims any obligation to update and revise statements contained in this news release based on new information or otherwise.

Source: AT&T Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Kate MacKinnon of AT&T Inc., +1-508-271-8442,
kate.mackinnon@att.com

Web Site:  http://www.att.com/

Oberthur Technologies Delivers a Turnkey Issuance System for the First Georgian Electronic Passport

PARIS, June 16, 2010--     Oberthur Technologies, a global leader in the delivery of high
security Identity solutions to the ID market, delivers the issuance system of
the Georgian electronic passport. The first Electronic Passport has been
issued April 15th 2010.

    Oberthur is supplying full end-to-end e-passport,
personalization solution. The project also includes the supply of standards
and interoperable electronic passports, and consumables.

    Today there are 3 centres in Georgia (Tbilisi, Kutaisi and
Batumi) fully operational to deliver electronic passports, with 5 levels of
delivery depending of the emergency of the demand.

    Oberthur Technologies and the Civil Registry of Georgia have
been working along this project hand to hand in order to offer a high secure
passport to the Georgian citizens. The offer endows with the latest and best
electronic passport technologies with a secure chip inside the booklet common
criteria Certified EAL4+, and fully compliant with the International
Recommandations of ICAO and with the latest EU Recommendations for a secure
chip inside the booklet ( EAC chip) and common criteria.

     "We can say archly, that from the side of security of
international standards, Georgian is on the highest step, what is ascertained
by the International Civil Aviation Organization" said Mr Vashadze - Minister
of Foreign affairs in Georgia

    "By providing this new generation passports to their citizens,
diplomats, stateless, refugees Georgia offers an identity document with a
highest security level a mean of authentication, that will ease holders to
travel as more countries are open without visa " says Cecile Thueux - Project
Manager at Oberthur Technologies - Identity Division.

    About Oberthur Technologies

    With sales of 904 million Euros in 2009, Oberthur Technologies is a world
leader in the field of secure technologies. Innovation and high quality
services ensure Oberthur Technologies' strong positioning in its main target
markets:

   
    - Card Systems: The world's second largest provider of security
      and identification based on smart card technology and associated
      services for mobile, payment, transport, digital TV and convergence
      markets.
    - Identity: Leading international supplier for the manufacture and
      personalization of secure identity documents such as passport, identity
      card, driving license or health care card - traditional and
      electronic - and associated services for both governmental and
      corporate markets.
    - Security printing: World's third largest private security printer
      specialized in high security for the production of banknotes, checks
      and other fiduciary documents in more than fifty countries.
    - Cash protection: World leader in the emerging market of
      intelligent systems to secure cash-in-transit and ATM.

    Close to its customers, Oberthur Technologies benefits from an
industrial and commercial presence across all five continents.

    Oberthur Technologies S.A. is a limited liability company
(societe anonyme) registered in France with its registered office at 50 quai
Michelet 92 532 Levallois Perret, France. Oberthur Technologies S.A.'s
corporate registration number is 340 709 534 R.C.S. Nanterre.

    Website: http://www.oberthur.com

Source: Oberthur Technologies

Oberthur Technologies, Sara Depagneux, Press Contact, Telephone: +33-1-55-416-72-00, Email: s.depagneux@oberthur.com

New Perfect Fit Button Adjusts Waistline for an Ideal Fit

FAIRFIELD, N.J., June 16 -- Most people have a favorite pair of pants that have become just a little too tight to button or too loose to wear as weight can fluctuate. But clothes are costly and it is hard to justify the expense of replacing a wardrobe item each time weight goes up or down by a few pounds. An innovative new product helps prolong the comfortable fit of pants, jeans, or skirts by creating an easy way to adjust the waistband.

  (Photo:  http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20100616/NY21723 )
  (Photo:  http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20100616/NY21723 )

TELEBrands, the company that introduced the Shoes Under(TM), an easy solution for storage problems, is helping consumers save money on clothes and alterations with the Perfect Fit Button(TM) - the newest way to get pants and skirts to fit without having to spend extra money.

Made to increase or decrease the size or your waistband, Perfect Fit Buttons snap on in mere seconds and work on all fabrics, including denim, corduroy, leather, and suede. They're easy-to-remove to ensure that clothing fits perfectly every time.

The Perfect Fit Button puts a custom tailor at anyone's fingertips and eliminates the need for sewing machines by replacing missing buttons. From old jeans to hand me down clothing, this is the revolutionary solution for men, women, teens and kids. The Perfect Fit Button retails for $9.99 for a set of eight and can be ordered online at http://www.perfectfitbutton.com.

TELEBrands Corp., headquartered in Fairfield, New Jersey, was founded in 1983 by entrepreneur A.J. Khubani. Since its inception, the company has brought fun and useful inventions to consumers worldwide and has launched more products through direct response television than any other company in history. TELEBrands products such as the PedEgg, PediPaws, Westinghouse® StickUp Bulb and the GoDuster are sold through television advertising, the Internet and in retail stores in over 100 countries around the world. For more information visit http://www.telebrands.com.

Photo:  http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20100616/NY21723
AP Archive: http://photoarchive.ap.org/
AP PhotoExpress Network:  PRN5
http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20100616/NY21723
PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com
Source: TELEBrands Corp.
   

CONTACT:  Nicole Tiedemann for TELEBrands Corp., +1-201-843-5600,
Nicole@rosica.com

Web Site:  http://www.telebrands.com/

Pelephone Selects Novatel Wireless Mobile Broadband Devices for its Mobile Broadband Offering

Pelephone to Launch Novatel Wireless MiFi 2372 Intelligent Mobile Hotspot and Ovation MC998D Wireless Broadband USB Modem on Its Leading 3G Network

SAN DIEGO, June 16 -- Novatel Wireless (NASDAQ: NVTL), a leading provider of wireless broadband solutions, today announced that Pelephone Communications, one of Israel's leading telecommunications providers, will be the first mobile operator in Israel to launch the MiFi 2372® Intelligent Mobile Hotspot. Supplied by one of Israel's leading telecom distributors, Toyo Ram Electronics LTD, Pelephone is making both the MiFi 2372 and the Ovation(TM) MC998D Wireless Broadband USB Modem available for its customers immediately. Both devices operate virtually anywhere in the world with multiple frequency band support for HSPA, UMTS, EDGE, and GPRS providing anytime, anywhere, high speed mobile Internet access.

"As one of Israel's leading mobile operator, Pelephone has the vision, technology leadership and customer base that will ensure the success of their mobile broadband strategy," said Roey Vilkovsky, VP of Business Development, Toyo Ram Electronics. "As mobile subscribers demand more comprehensive and secure connectivity solutions, we are very pleased to work with Pelephone to supply and support this and other innovative Novatel Wireless products to the Israeli market."

The MiFi 2372 Intelligent Mobile Hotspot represents a new category of mobile broadband devices supporting a rich application environment for both enterprise customers and consumers. The device creates a portable, personal cloud of high-speed Internet connectivity that can be shared between multiple users and up to five Wi-Fi enabled devices such as laptops, Internet tablets, UMPCs, smartphones, cameras, gaming devices or portable media players. MiFi provides freedom from Wi-Fi hotspots, allowing users to bring Internet access anywhere and share that access with a set of Wi-Fi devices simultaneously.

The Ovation MC998D Wireless Broadband USB Modem is a compact HSPA+ device designed to provide mobile broadband connectivity virtually anywhere to check email, download rich multimedia content and stay connected to family, friends and coworkers. The Ovation MC998D offers unprecedented speed in Novatel Wireless' compact form factor design featuring MobiLink(TM) 3 auto install connection manager, memory storage of up to 16GB via MicroSDHC and backward compatibility with HSPA, UMTS, EDGE and GPRS technologies.

"Demand for innovative mobility solutions for business and personal use is growing rapidly in all parts of the world," said Rob Hadley, CMO, Novatel Wireless. "With Israel being one of the wireless technology forerunners, we are honored to be working with Pelephone and Toyo Ram Electronics to bring easy mobile broadband to the masses."

ABOUT PELEPHONE

Pelephone Communications Ltd. has pioneered the mobile communications sector in Israel, which was established in 1986 by the two telecommunications giants - Motorola and Tadiran. Since 2004, Pelephone has been fully owned (100%) by Bezeq, the largest and leading telecommunications corporation in Israel. Pelephone has about 4,300 employees who serve above 2.7 million subscribers. Customer Service: Pelephone's service vision is based on the desire to provide customers with a service experience comprising human and personal service and quality, swift and professional responses, while supplying suitable solutions for every customer and their unique needs. Pelephone operates call centers in Hebrew, Russian and Arabic and operates service and sales centers from Kiryat Shmona to Eilat. The company operates about 200 sales points throughout Israel.

ABOUT NOVATEL WIRELESS

Novatel Wireless, Inc. is a leader in the design and development of innovative wireless broadband access solutions based on 3G and 4G WCDMA (HSPA & UMTS), CDMA and GSM technologies. Novatel Wireless' USB modems, embedded modules, Intelligent Mobile Hotspot products and software enable high-speed wireless Internet access on leading wireless data networks. The Company delivers specialized wireless solutions to carriers, distributors, OEMs and vertical markets worldwide. Headquartered in San Diego, California, Novatel Wireless is listed on NASDAQ: NVTL. For more information please visit http://www.novatelwireless.com. (NVTLG)

This release may contain forward-looking statements, which are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended to date. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. A number of important factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements contained herein. These factors include risks relating to technological changes, new product introductions, continued acceptance of Novatel Wireless' products and dependence on intellectual property rights. These factors, as well as other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially, are discussed in more detail in Novatel Wireless' filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (available at http://www.sec.gov) and other regulatory agencies.

(C) 2009 Novatel Wireless. All rights reserved. The Novatel Wireless name, logo and MiFi are trademarks of Novatel Wireless, Inc.  Other product or service names mentioned herein are the trademarks of their respective owners.

  Contacts:    Charlotte Rubin             Cara Sloman
               Novatel Wireless            Nadel Phelan for Novatel Wireless
               (858) 812-3431              (831) 440-2411
               pr@nvtl.comcara@nadelphelan.com

Source: Novatel Wireless
   

CONTACT:  Charlotte Rubin of Novatel Wireless, +1-858-812-3431,
pr@nvtl.com; or Cara Sloman of Nadel Phelan, +1-831-440-2411,
cara@nadelphelan.com, for Novatel Wireless

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

Irish Business Angels Get Internet Wings

Investors in Startup Companies Go Online With Tools Connecting Promising Entrepreneurs To Worldwide Funding

NEW YORK and DUBLIN, June 16 -- Today at the Inaugural Business Angel Conference in Dublin, Ireland's Halo Business Angel Network (HBAN) introduced a set of Internet-based collaborative tools that promise to greatly expand domestic and international angel investing. HBAN, a joint initiative of InterTradeIreland and Enterprise Ireland, is the umbrella organization for angel investing in Ireland.  By adopting the Angelsoft platform as the standard, HBAN is dramatically enhancing the ability of Irish entrepreneurs to attract startup investments from angel investors here and throughout the world, while providing them with everything they need to effectively manage and streamline the funding process.

HBAN joins the business angel networks in over 50 countries, including the national angel federations in the United States, Canada and, most recently, Australia, in adopting Angelsoft as the country's official Internet platform for connecting entrepreneurs with accredited angel investors and venture capitalists. In addition to deal flow management for angels, the Angelsoft tools encourage investors to mentor entrepreneurs, providing angels with unmatched solutions for managing ongoing relationships with startups. Every angel investor within HBAN's nationwide network will now be provided free access to Angelsoft's online tools as a benefit of membership.

By giving its member groups open access to Angelsoft, HBAN unifies the deal flow management systems being used, allowing investors from multiple groups across the country to pool their funds and resources in support of innovative Ireland-based startups.

Angelsoft's comprehensive software-as-a-service will now power the internal collaboration process within each HBAN-affiliated angel network, professionally showcasing opportunities for prospective entrepreneurs, and supporting sponsors and individual members. As the new standard deal flow management tool for all early-stage investing in Ireland, Angelsoft enables entrepreneurs to apply for funding throughout the country, and the world, using one unified application.

Each angel group's internal screening committee will be able to use the Angelsoft collaboration system to review and rate funding applications from aspiring entrepreneurs, while individual angel investors can use advanced Internet tools to lead deals all the way through to investment. Thanks to Angelsoft, HBAN angels can greatly shorten the time it takes to finalize an investment, while improving the due diligence research that enables them to make stronger investment decisions.

"Today's announcement by HBAN was made in the best interests of its syndicates of Irish angel investors and entrepreneurs. HBAN is responsible for the promotion of best practice in angel investing in Ireland and until today Irish investors  have not had a unified solution in place to effectively manage and streamline their angel financing activities," said Diane Roberts, National Director for HBAN.  "Angelsoft has built an impeccable track record of success with more 20,000 investors from 500 angel networks in 50 countries. We believe a strategic partnership with Angelsoft will help  strengthen our relationships with investors throughout the world, and facilitate international investment into  Irish start ups"

"The adoption of Angelsoft by Halo Business Angel Network marks a significant step forward for Irish entrepreneurs and investors, whether in Ireland or elsewhere in the world," said David S. Rose, Founder and CEO of New York-based Angelsoft. "Through Angelsoft's powerful tools, angel investors anywhere can tap into a very vibrant start up scene in Ireland, making cross-border investing a welcomed reality."

With this partnership developed by HBAN, entrepreneurs and members of HBAN affiliated angel groups and networks throughout Ireland will receive full and immediate access to Angelsoft as part of their existing membership dues.

About Halo Business Angel Network (HBAN)

Halo Business Angel Network (http://www.hban.org) is Ireland's umbrella group for business angel networks. HBAN is dedicated to promoting angel investment and supporting the early stage entrepreneurial community in Ireland, working to create an eco-systems that promotes and supports early stage investment market. HBAN supports the formation of new and existing angel networks, both regionally and internationally, and within industry sectors. HBAN also acts as a voice to government, stakeholders, business and the media to promote the interests and needs of the angel and early stage investment community. HBAN, a joint initiative of InterTradeIreland and Enterprise Ireland, is the umbrella organisation for angel investing in Ireland.

About Angelsoft

Angelsoft (http://www.angelsoft.net) is the global provider of Internet-based solutions for early-stage investing worldwide. Angel investment groups and networks, venture capital firms, business incubators and entrepreneurs on six continents rely on Angelsoft to facilitate private equity investments into promising companies. Its award-winning collaboration tools make it easy for seed-stage investment groups to coordinate and process their deal-flow from initial contact, screening, due diligence and ultimately, through to funding and beyond.

Source: Angelsoft
   

CONTACT:  Leo Tignini, iFluence PR, leotignini@iFluencepr.com,
+1-908-907-6246; or Mark LaRosa, Angelsoft, mark@angelsoft.net,
+1-212-228-8770

Web Site:  http://www.angelsoft.net/

Juniper Networks and NCP Engineering Enter Into Strategic Technology Alliance

NUREMBERG, Germany, June 16, 2010--

    - Juniper Customers Can Now Leverage Tailored NCP VPN Client Suite

    NCP engineering today announced the availability of the NCP Secure Client
- Juniper Edition (
http://www.ncp-e.com/en/about-us/oem-partners/ncp-juniper-cooperation.html),
which is specifically tailored to enable Juniper Networks'(R), Inc. (NYSE:
JNPR) customers to extend endpoint flexibility and security. NCP has also
joined the Juniper J-Partner Solutions Alliance Program. Through this
partnership, NCP's IPsec VPN client, which is available for Windows platforms
in either 32- or 64-bit versions, will replace the NetScreen-Remote VPN
client on Juniper's high-end ScreenOS-based devices.

    "Juniper and NCP have teamed up to offer a VPN solution for customers'
networks that require remote endpoint access. Juniper Networks has long been
a leading driver of strong, flexible networking, and our ability to extend
these tenets to further solve the market's needs is a point of pride," said
Martin Hack, executive vice president, NCP engineering. "A customer, who has
held off adopting the latest devices or moving to 64-bit systems, can rethink
their remote access and embrace these technologies, while maintaining
confidence that their network is secure."

    "Our primary focus is delivering the best customer experience with our
VPN solutions, led by Junos Pulse and our market-leading SSL VPN remote
access solutions. However, there are customers who still want an IPsec-only
VPN client, and NCP's solution serves to meet that need in the market," said
Rich Campagna, director of product marketing, Access and Acceleration
Business Unit, Juniper Networks.

    A technical datasheet for the NCP Secure Juniper Client is available on
the company's Web site. To learn more about how NCP engineering enables its
customers to rethink remote access, please visit
http://www.ncp-e.com/en/solutions/rethink-remote-access.html.

    Tags:

    NCP engineering, Juniper, remote access, VPN, client, IPsec, network,
endpoint, security

    About Juniper Networks

    From devices to data centers, from consumers to the cloud, Juniper
Networks delivers innovative software, silicon and systems that transform the
experience and economics of networking. The company serves more than 30,000
customers and partners worldwide, and generated more than $3 billion in
revenue over the last year. Additional information can be found at
http://www.juniper.net.

    Juniper Networks is a registered trademark of Juniper Networks, Inc. in
the United States and other countries. The Juniper Networks logo is a
trademark of Juniper Networks, Inc. All other trademarks, service marks,
registered trademarks, or registered service marks are the property of their
respective owners.

    About NCP engineering, Inc.

    Since its inception in 1986, NCP engineering has delivered innovative
software that allows enterprises to rethink their secure remote access, and
overcome the complexities of creating, managing and maintaining network
access for staff.

    Headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, the company serves
10,000-plus customers worldwide throughout the healthcare, financial,
education and government markets, as well as many Fortune 500 companies. NCP
has established a network of national and regional technology, channel and
OEM partners to serve its customers. For more information, visit
http://www.ncp-e.com. Reach NCP engineering on its blog, VPN Haus
(http://vpnhaus.ncp-e.com/), or on Twitter (http://twitter.com/vpnhaus).

   
    Press Contacts

    NCP engineering, Inc
    Martin Hack
    +1-650-316-6273 x1200
    martin.hack@ncp-e.com

    http://www.ncp-e.com

    March Communications
    Beth Brenner
    +1-617-960-9875
    ncp@marchpr.com

    http://www.marchpr.com

Source: NCP engineering GmbH

Press Contacts: NCP engineering, Inc, Martin Hack, +1-650-316-6273 x1200, martin.hack@ncp-e.com ; March Communications, Beth Brenner, +1-617-960-9875, ncp@marchpr.com .

Roxio Products and Services Selected for Exclusive Best Buy Software Installer

Roxio Creator 2010 and PhotoShow Featured on Major PC Brands Sold at Best Buy

SANTA CLARA, Calif., June 16 -- Roxio®, a division of Sonic Solutions® (NASDAQ:SNIC), today announced that a range of its consumer applications is being included in Best Buy's new Software Installer, a connected desktop application that helps consumers customize their new or upgrade their existing PCs and netbooks with the latest content, software and service solutions. The Software Installer is available via download at http://www.bestbuy.com/softwareinstaller, and is automatically included on all Asus, Gateway, Lenovo, Samsung, Sony and Toshiba desktops, laptops and netbooks.

Since Software Installer was first introduced in February, Roxio PhotoShow®, the interactive slideshow creation and sharing product, as well as Roxio Creator® 2010, the company's award-winning digital media suite, have been popular choices for consumers.

"Roxio is one of a select group of companies chosen to participate in Software Installer," said Jason Bonfig, Vice President of computers at Best Buy. "Consumers want a trouble-free, yet rich out-of-box experience that includes applications and services offering high value and innovative functionality. With easy-to-use tools for preserving, sharing and being creative with personal digital media, Roxio's products more than fit the bill."

In partnership with manufacturers and content providers, Best Buy is continuously updating Software Installer offerings, allowing customers to choose the software and services they want from a library of creative, management, entertainment and information solutions for both individuals and small businesses. In addition to popular content, Software Installer manages electronic purchases: any purchase made through Software Installer is saved in the customer's account history, eliminating the need to save discs or remember key codes.

"Our agreement with Best Buy represents a tremendous opportunity for Roxio to expand its system footprint and introduce millions of new consumers to our intuitive, next-generation product line," said Matt DiMaria, Executive Vice President and General Manager, Roxio. "Being selected by Best Buy for an initiative designed to provide a better computing experience for consumers is extremely gratifying and a strong indication of the value our products deliver."

Roxio Products Available in Best Buy Software Installer:

Roxio PhotoShow: A family friendly desktop application and online destination for creating and sharing engaging and highly personalized multimedia slideshows, complete with fun stickers, animations, effects and professional background music tracks. Try it today at: http://www.photoshow.com/.

Roxio Creator 2010: A comprehensive digital media suite for capturing, enhancing and sharing photo, video and audio projects. For more information visit: http://www.roxio.com/enu/products/creator/suite/overview.html.

About Roxio

Roxio enables consumers to easily manage, share, and enjoy personal digital media content and, through RoxioNow(TM), conveniently access premium Hollywood entertainment from a broad range of connected devices. A wide array of leading technology companies, businesses and developers rely on Roxio applications, services and technologies to bring innovative digital media functionality to next-generation devices and platforms.

Roxio is a division of Sonic Solutions (NASDAQ:SNIC), headquartered in Novato, 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 Best Buy's Software Installer program. 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, the Roxio logo, RoxioNow, Roxio Creator and Roxio PhotoShow 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.

Source: Sonic Solutions
   

CONTACT:  Chris Taylor, +1-408-367-5231, Chris.Taylor@roxio.com, for
Sonic Solutions

Web Site:  http://www.sonic.com/
http://www.bestbuy.com/softwareinstaller

Job Seekers & Business Professionals Tackle Challenging Economy with New Online Editing & Proofreading Service

Fast & Affordable Solution Ensures Strong First Impressions in Difficult Times

SAN FRANCISCO, June 16 -- With established companies clamoring for customers, record levels of unemployment, and the recent influx of eager college graduates, finding a job or closing a sale has never been so challenging, and making a strong impression has never been so crucial.  More than ever, grammatical mistakes and spelling errors in critical documents such as cover letters, resumes, websites, business proposals and presentations can mean the difference between serious consideration and rejection.

EditZen, a fast and affordable new online editing and proofreading service is giving job seekers and business professionals an advantage by ensuring that what they've written is polished and error-free. The self-service website lets users upload their documents and receive a fully-edited, proofread version within 24 hours for only $3.95 per 300 word page.

"Whether you're applying for a job or submitting a business proposal, you only get one chance," said EditZen's CEO, Alex Edelstein. "Relying on computer spell checking isn't enough - it misses a lot of mistakes. Having a qualified human editor check and correct your work is essential."

EditZen utilizes unique proprietary crowdsourcing technology developed by its parent company CloudCrowd to distribute documents to its network of screened, tested and highly-qualified editors, and its comprehensive peer review system assures accurate finished work.  Any size document can be edited, and EditZen promises customer satisfaction with a 100% money-back guarantee.

Just launched in May 2010, EditZen is already getting rave reviews from users around the world for the exceptional quality of its edited work, its lightning quick turn-around and unbeatable prices.  To date, not one customer has taken advantage of EditZen's quality guarantee.

"EditZen is the next generation of editing and proofreading services," added Edelstein. "We leverage new technology with human know-how to provide an affordable solution without any compromise to quality."

  More information is available at http://www.editzen.com.

  About EditZen

EditZen is a division of CloudCrowd, a privately held company based in San Francisco, California that is committed to providing fast and reliable on-demand Labor-as-a-Service business solutions.  Founded in 2009, CloudCrowd was started by experienced visionaries from breakthrough technology pioneers including Microsoft, Netscape, Inktomi, Napster, and Cloudmark. Entrepreneur Magazine honored it as one of the "Most Brilliant Companies of 2010."

Source: CloudCrowd
   

CONTACT:  Kevin Sanchez for CloudCrowd, +1-415-227-1150, ext. 110,
kevin@hollenbeckassociates.com

Web Site:  http://www.cloudcrowd.com/
http://www.editzen.com/

IRIS Technologies Inc. Launches Two New Stratix IV FPGA-Based Boards

RICHARDSON, Texas, June 16 -- IRIS Technologies Inc. (http://www.iris-technologies.net) has released two new boards based on the Altera Stratix® IV 820 devices. These contain the largest FPGA on the market and provide the flexibility for customers to develop and prototype their own products.

The first board is the S4 V28S logic board that has a PCI Express x8 interface (Gen 1 or Gen 2) to the host and has two Altera Stratix® IV EP4SE820 FPGAs. The S4 V28S board is ideally suited for ASIC prototyping.

Each S4 V28S logic board provides between up to 30 million ASIC-gate capacity. Each board has one independent trigger input, two independent global clock inputs and two global clock outputs. The board is wired such that each FPGA can drive the clock output to an external sink and to the other FPGA. On the board itself, it is possible to derive and drive over 200 local clocks. The clocking and reset tree is made more flexible when integrated with the IRIS clocking and reset module. The board also contains 5 HSMC connectors, one for daughter card interfaces and 4 for board to board connections or for daughter cards.

The second board is the S4 V8S logic tile. It is a single Altera Stratix® IV EP4SE820 FPGA-based tile board that has 6 HSMC connectors on it. The Tile board has multiple, independent, trigger inputs and outputs, it also has independent multiple clock inputs and outputs, dual port SRAMs on the board and can be connected to other IRIS Logic boards or to other S4 V8S tile boards to create a flexible prototyping platform.

The S4 V8S tile boards have an ASIC capacity of up to 15 million ASIC-gate capacity. These boards are ideally suited to build custom development platforms for application specific development such as video, networking, communications and control.

The HSMC connectors on all IRIS boards conform to the Altera HSMC specification and can host third party or IRIS daughter cards. IRIS supplies board to board or board to daughter card interconnect cables, that can be ordered separately. IRIS also supplies an HSMC to HAPS adapter board that is a separate product that connects Altera based IRIS cards to existing Xilinx based HAPS compatible systems.

For pricing and availability please contact IRIS Technologies Inc.

IRIS Technologies Inc. (Formerly Manovega Inc.) and has been providing contract design services and FPGA, FPGA plus DSP PCI Express boards for prototyping, development of emulation platforms and products since 2007. IRIS Technologies Inc. also provides services for porting ASICs to FPGA platforms, Matlab based hardware in loop systems as well as hardware and software development services. IRIS Technologies Inc. is an Altera AMPP partner, Texas Instruments third party as well as a Mathworks systems integration partner.

For additional information contact sales(at)iris-technologies(dot)net with your name, company name, phone number and other contact information

  Contact:
  Gautam Kavi
  1-800-516-7602
  gautamkavi(at)iris-technologies(dot)net
  http://www.iris-technologies.net

Source: IRIS Technologies Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Gautam Kavi of IRIS Technologies Inc., 1-800-516-7602,
gautamkavi@iris-technologies.net

Web Site:  http://www.iris-technologies.net/

MediaNet Opens Advanced Distribution Service in the UK for eBooks and Digital Music

MediaNet's MN Open Platform Goes Live Today

NEW YORK and LONDON, June 16 -- MediaNet, the leading provider of digital entertainment content, opens today in the United Kingdom the advanced MN Open platform which provides an API and a suite of easy to install Web Components for the digital delivery of music and eBook premium content. Customers can learn more about these products and sign up today at http://www.mndigital.com.  MediaNet also opened its doors to the MN Open platform in Canada today.

Alan McGlade, CEO of MediaNet, stated: "Today's international launch takes the long wait times, lengthy contracts and technical hassles out of offering premium content.  Consumers in the UK are technically savvy and predisposed to consuming digital entertainment content.  Web publishers, application developers and online retailers can now deliver their end users a customized, deep catalog of eBooks and digital music with ease and a quick time to market."

MediaNet offers a broad catalog of eBooks including the most popular titles available through major physical and online book sellers. Offered in the popular Adobe ePub and PDF formats, they are compatible with a wide variety of devices including PC, Mac, Sony Reader, and many others.  MediaNet's API provides complete control over the user experience, functionality, e-commerce and content catalog. Online retailers can rapidly implement more advanced browsing, discovery, and purchase options under their own brand. MediaNet will make available its popular suite of Web Components for the eBooks offering in the next month.  To aid adoption and ease, a versatile and intelligent download manager simplifies the acquisition and management of eBooks for end users.  MediaNet's eBook customers will have access to a sophisticated real-time reporting portal to monitor sales activity.

MediaNet's digital music offering in the UK consists of a robust API and a suite of Web Components.  With the MN Open API, customers have complete control over the user experience, functionality, e-commerce and an 8 million-plus song and music video catalog with all services delivered under their brand.  MediaNet's Web Components for digital music are easy to install and incorporate into a website with no coding required. Customers copy and paste the code snippets anywhere on their page with their branding front and center.  Available in three main categories: contextual matching; commerce and discovery.

James Healy, Manager, Universal Music UK, commented: "We are constantly seeking ways to expand the reach of Universal's catalog.  MediaNet have a proven record for the digital distribution of music.  We are pleased to be in partnership with them with their new MN Open offering making it easier for any company to have a simple and classy digital music solution and for consumers to discover and buy their favorite songs where they spend their time online."

Customers can now sign up for the MN Open Web Components and API for free at http://www.mndigital.com, and have a premium content offering with fully customizable features up and running in no time.  MediaNet operates a high volume media distribution network delivering premium content in the US for application and web developers of all sizes from niche bloggers to global brands.

McGlade added: "MediaNet has taken the delivery of premium digital content to the next level.  With our auto sign up and no upfront costs we allow customers to find an easy, self serve solution.  The fast track process we've integrated allows for customers big and small to add eBooks and digital music to their website further expanding the marketplace and increasing consumer acceptance."

About MediaNet

MediaNet is the leading provider of premium digital media content.  MN Open, MediaNet's advanced technology platform, offers an API and easy to use Web Components that deliver a set of powerful music and eBook content products.  MediaNet currently powers more than 100 customers of all sizes from niche bloggers to global brands allowing them to integrate digital entertainment content into their website or application quickly and easily to engage users and generate revenues.

MediaNet (http://www.mndigital.com) a digital music pioneer founded in 2001, is privately-held and headquartered in New York with offices in Seattle and London.

Source: MediaNet
   

CONTACT:  US: Ann Garrett, MediaNet PR, +1-818-501-8499,
agarrett@mndigital.com; or UK: Blair Schooff, +44 (0) 7866533171,
blair.schooff@gmail.com

Web Site:  http://www.mndigital.com/

Epson Announces an Ultra-Bright Projector for Under $1,000

Value Priced VS400 Features 4,000 Lumens for Businesses and Education

LONG BEACH, Calif., June 16 -- Epson America, the number-one selling projector brand worldwide(1), today introduced the first in a new series of high-brightness, low-cost projectors. The Epson VS400 provides presenters with XGA resolution and 4,000 lumens color and white light output(2) for ultra-bright presentations and vibrant color in any conference room or classroom.

"Epson listens to its customers and strives to meet their projection needs, whether it is for increased functionality or simplicity and brightness. The market has been looking for a value-priced projector with high brightness, basic functionality and the versatility for use in all lighting conditions," said Jason Meyer, product manager, Epson America. "The simple, bright, easy-to-use Epson VS400, offering 4,000 lumens for under $1,000, delivers on that demand. This projector is the perfect value option for anyone who doesn't need advanced connectivity options."

Featuring the latest 3LCD, 3-chip technology, the Epson VS400 delivers amazing, true-to-life color and detail for powerful presentations. 3LCD technology provides an energy efficient light engine which creates stunning images, and in contrast to 1-chip DLP technology, 3LCD requires, on average, 25 percent less electricity per lumen of brightness(3).

The Epson VS400 also provides presenters with value-added features such as Epson's exclusive E-TORL lamp technology which enables the lamp life to last up to 3,500 hours(4) in economy mode. A built-in closed captioning decoder makes presentations accessible to hearing impaired viewers with no added cost. The VS400 also offers convenient control features like  Direct Power On and Off which allows an installed projector to be powered with a wall switch and Instant On/Off® which enables presenters to avoid delays when starting and finishing presentations by instantly powering on and off the projector with no cool down time.  In addition, the convenient A/V Mute Slide instantly turns off the sound and images to create a quick pause in the presentation, conserving lamp life and energy, and helping to save costs.

Availability and Support

The Epson VS400 will be available in July 2010 for $999*. The VS400 comes with a standard two-year limited warranty that includes two elite technical support services - two-year Epson PrivateLine® phone support where projector owners can directly access an expedited support telephone line by using a phone card that is included with the product, and a two-year Road Service projector replacement program that includes projector exchange in two business days. For additional information, visit http://www.epson.com.

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).

*Estimated street price

(1). Based upon Q1 2010 worldwide front projection market share estimates from Pacific Media Associates.

(2). Light output varies depending upon modes (color and white light output). White light output measured using ISO 21118 standard.

(3). Data source: ProjectorCentral.com Jan. 2010. Average of 910 shipping models for which the manufacturers provided lumens and total power data, all resolutions and brightness levels. Energy efficiency was measured as wattage per lumen. It was measured for both 3LCD and 1-chip projectors in each of five brightness segments. 3LCD projectors averaged less required electricity per lumen in each of the five segments.

(4). Lamp life will vary depending upon mode selected, environmental conditions and usage. Lamp Brightness decreases over time.

Note: Epson is a registered trademark and Epson Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark of Seiko Epson Corporation. PrivateLine is a registered trademark of Epson America, Inc. All other product brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks.

Source: Epson America, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Duane Brozek of Epson America Inc., +1-562-290-5683,
Duane_Brozek@ea.epson.com, or Jane Fainer of Walt & Company, +1-408-369-7200,
ext. 1052, jfainer@walt.com

Web Site:  http://www.epson.com/

CareerBuilder UK Launches Free iPhone 'Jobs' Application Available at iTunes

--Job seekers can now search and apply for positions from any location--

LONDON, June 16 -- CareerBuilder UK is launching a new free "Jobs" iPhone application that enables job seekers to search and apply for jobs from virtually anywhere. Using the iPhone's built-in geolocation technology, the CareerBuilder application "Jobs by CB" automatically determines the location of the job seeker and then allows them to find a job using a simple keyword search. iPhone users can even apply for positions directly through the CareerBuilder application.

"CareerBuilder UK is in the business of connecting the right employers with the right job candidates as quickly as possible," said Tony Roy, Managing Director of CareerBuilder UK. "Our new app brings a new level of convenience to iPhone and iPod touch users by furnishing the ability to search for jobs on the go anywhere, anytime."

  With CareerBuilder UK's new iPhone app, job seekers have the ability to:
  --  Create a user account from the application
  --  Upload a CV - or create a new one
  --  Job search by keyword, location or company
  --  Search results directly on a map relative to their current location
  --  E-mail jobs to themselves or others
  --  Mark jobs they like as "favorites" for easy reference
  --  Apply directly to jobs from the iPhone application
  --  Browse recommended jobs and see application history
  --  Search for jobs by:
      --  company name - the name of the employer desired
      --  search radius - maximum desired distance from the specified
          location
      --  employment type - full-time, part-time, intern, contractor,
          seasonal, etc.

  About CareerBuilder.co.uk

CareerBuilder UK is one of the most visited online job sites in the United Kingdom. Owned by Gannett Co., Inc (NYSE:GCI), Tribune Company, The McClatchy Company (NYSE:MNI) and Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:MSFT), CareerBuilder.co.uk powers the career centres for hundreds of UK sites that reach national, local, industry and niche audiences. For more information about CareerBuilder products and services, visit http://www.careerbuilder.co.uk/.

  Media Contact:
  Laura Gillen
  LEWIS Public Relations
  + 44 (0)20 7802 2626
  laurag@lewispr.com

Source: Career Builder, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Laura Gillen of LEWIS Public Relations, + 44 (0)20 7802 2626,
laurag@lewispr.com, for Career Builder, Inc.

Web Site:  http://www.careerbuilder.com/
http://www.careerbuilder.co.uk/

AboveNet's Secure Fibre Network Connects to London's Telehouse West Data Centre

LONDON, June 16, 2010--     AboveNet Communications UK Ltd, a leading provider of high-bandwidth
connectivity solutions for business and carriers today announced its network
connection to the new Telehouse West data centre in London's Docklands. This
collaboration will enable London's businesses to benefit from AboveNet's
ultra-low latency, highly scalable and secure fibre network. This
installation builds upon AboveNet's existing connections to Telehouse North,
Telehouse East and Telehouse Metro - further expanding the AboveNet network
to data centres in London.

    Escalating demand from companies requiring a high bandwidth, resilient
network has enabled AboveNet to provide an optimum, highly efficient data
transfer service. In today's increasingly competitive markets, connectivity
is a key consideration to enhance performance and productivity; AboveNet is
at the leading edge to provide this.

    "We are very pleased to connect to Telehouse West and enable customers to
benefit from the fastest speeds and most secure connections to their vital
data and applications. Telehouse is one of the largest international internet
hubs in Europe and is therefore of huge strategic importance," said John
Donaldson, Managing Director, AboveNet UK.

    "Organisations such as the demanding new media market and finance sectors
are increasingly turning to Cloud services to deliver mission critical
applications and this investment will help make the promises of cloud
computing a reality," he concluded.

    Michelle Reid, Sales and Marketing Director, Telehouse said, "As a
company that has built an excellent reputation for its technology, service
and reliability, we are delighted that AboveNet is now connected to Telehouse
West and able to offer its direct, low-latency fibre-optic services to all of
our London data centre customers".

    The agreement with Telehouse is part of AboveNet's ongoing investment
strategy, connecting to vital locations to support the growing need for
high-bandwidth solutions.

    Notes to Editors

    About AboveNet Inc.,

    AboveNet, Inc. provides high bandwidth connectivity solutions for
business and carriers. Its private optical network delivers key network and
IP services in and among top U.S. metro markets and globally. AboveNet's
network is widely used in demanding markets such as financial services,
media, health care, retail and government. To learn more go to
http://www.above.net.

    UK Headquarters: Centurion House, 24 Monument Street, London, EC3R 8AJ.

    For more information, please visit: http://www.above.net

    About Telehouse

    Telehouse offers data centre facilities and connectivity, providing a
secure and resilient platform for mission critical IT systems. Established in
1988, Telehouse became Europe's first purpose-built neutral colocation
provider. Today, the company is at the heart of the Internet and
telecommunications infrastructure, serving over 1,000 major customers
worldwide, from small start-ups to multinationals across a wide range of
industries. It is a subsidiary of Japanese corporation KDDI, a Global 400
company and, with its sister company Telehouse America, is able to offer a
global network covering Europe, America and Asia.

    http://www.telehouse.net/

    For further press information, interviews and photography, please contact
the team at: +44(0)207-220-3822

Source: AboveNet Communications UK Ltd

For further press information, interviews and photography, please contact the team at: Fiona Burke, Fiona.burke@above.net, +44(0)20-7220-3866; Melissa Miller, mmiller@above.net, +44(0)207-220-3856

Tableau Software Announces General Availability of Tableau 5.2

New release offers data connections to Sybase IQ, Greenplum, ParAccel, Microsoft PowerPivot and ODBC access; new map visual styles with greater international detail also featured

SEATTLE, June 16 -- Tableau Software, the global leader in rapid-fire business intelligence software, today announced the general availability of Tableau 5.2 of the Tableau product suite. The new version 5.2 offers native connectivity to several new data sources and enhancements to the analytical maps.

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New data connections include Sybase IQ, Greenplum, ParAccel and Microsoft PowerPivot. Map improvements include new map visual styles and greater international detail. In addition to the fifteen other connectors already present in Tableau, users can also access other data sources via ODBC. More information about the 5.2 release can be found at http://www.tableausoftware.com/newfeatures.

"Tableau's integration with Sybase IQ, Greenplum, ParAccel, and Microsoft PowerPivot continues to deliver on our mission to help people see and understand their data," said Dan Jewett, VP Product Management. "With this 5.2 release, companies using these high performance databases can now use Tableau's rapid-fire business intelligence capabilities including browser-based analytics, active dashboards and Tableau's industry leading data visualization."

  New Data Connections
  The new data connections include the following databases:

  --  Greenplum is a massively parallel processing (MPP) database designed
      for data warehousing and large-scale analytics. Tableau now supports
      connecting to Greenplum databases version 3.3 and higher.
  --  Microsoft PowerPivot is an Excel add-in for modeling and analyzing
      data in extremely large Excel worksheets of up to 2 gigabytes,
      literally millions of rows of data. PowerPivot for SharePoint makes
      these worksheets available to others in your organization by serving
      this data from SharePoint. Tableau connects to PowerPivot files that
      have been published to SharePoint 2010 servers.
  --  The ParAccel Analytic Database (PADB) is a columnar, massively
      parallel database for data warehousing, predictive analytics, and
      advanced business insight. Tableau connects to PADB version 2 and
      higher.
  --  Sybase IQ is an analytics server which combines a column-based
      architecture, patented data compression and indexing technology, and
      flexible scalability in all dimensions (computing power, storage, and
      number of users) to deliver mission-critical business intelligence,
      analytics and data warehousing solutions on any standard hardware and
      operating system.

Additionally, Tableau has a new connection option to use the generic ODBC standard for accessing other databases. As a publicly defined standard, many database vendors make ODBC drivers available for connecting to their databases.

Enhanced Maps

Unlike other maps which are designed for directions, Tableau's maps have been carefully designed to be effectively display data by providing geographic context for analysis. In the 5.2 release, Tableau refined the map visual style with improvements to font treatments, updates to the colors used for water, land, parks and urban areas, as well as some adjustments to roads and border styles to be more effective for data applications. Source data for the map cartography has been primarily moved to data provided from OpenStreetMap contributors, a collaborative, community driven initiative to provide detailed worldwide maps.

The 5.2 release also offers increased levels of map detail worldwide so people can zoom into more detailed views in virtually every country and region. Tableau maps now provide details to the following levels:

  --  North America - down to detailed street level
  --  Western Europe - down to street level
  --  Australia/New Zealand - down to street level
  --  Rest of world - down to city view

A new "gray-style" map style has been introduced as an optional visual style. This map style can often provide a very dramatic effect to highlight data.

Tableau's products provide browser-based business analytics anyone can use. Users can connect to virtually any data source and rapidly create interactive dashboards, reports and visualizations. In just a few clicks, they can share their work so that anyone using a browser can interact with and benefit from the live analytics. Tableau is a replacement of the slow pace and rigidity of traditional business intelligence software.

About Tableau Software

Tableau Software is the leading provider of fast analytics and data visualization software. Ranked by Inc. Magazine as one of the 500 fastest growing U.S. companies and one of the 25 fastest-growing software companies, its award-winning business intelligence applications can be downloaded at http://www.tableausoftware.com/trial. They enable anyone to easily create and share interactive data visualizations, dashboards and analytics, and they can scale to organizations of any size or reach. For more information, please visit http://www.tableausoftware.com/.

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Source: Tableau Software
   

CONTACT:  Elissa Fink of Tableau Software, +1-206-633-3400,
efink@tableausoftware.com

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

ATCi's Hong Kong Backhaul Network Announces Live Mobile Video Streaming Service for iPhone and BlackBerry

The Service Complements ATCi's IP Video Aggregation, GSM Backhaul and adds Direct Live Streaming of Concerts, News, Sports, Corporate Communications and Other Video Based Content to Smartphones

SINGAPORE, June 15 -- CommunicAsia Expo -- ATCi a leading service provider of live and on-demand video, satellite, mobile GSM backhaul, corporate web communications and content management applications, today announced from the CommunicAsia Expo in Singapore the official launch of its high quality, live mobile video streaming service enabled for iPhone and BlackBerry users through its MeshTV technology and delivery service.

The new mobile video streaming service was developed by ATCi/MeshTV's integration group coupled with leading Multi-screen providers of next generation encoding platforms. The service is capable of enabling adaptive and segmented streaming to popular mobile devices to a multiplicity of Content Delivery Networks.

ATCi's Mesh TV service was developed to enable delivery to multiple screens (cable, broadcast, internet or mobile) from the same ingest point.  The service enables subscribers to receive live and/or on-demand mobile wireless-based video including sports, news, concerts and other live entertainment on their mobile "smartphones" including Blackberries and iPhones via IP satellite and or IP terrestrial circuits.  ATCi will offer the service throughout Asia through its newly announced Hong Kong teleport facility which is collocated with Solana he, a leading edge gateway of fiber/satellite access in Asia and unique unparalleled delivery throughout China. ATCi's unique technologies can be offered as a service or directly integrated at any content media facility to meet today's multi-screen requirements.

Integrated within the system is the IP Content Harvester, a system that provides remote access from any IP hub to any IP network worldwide allowing for an anywhere-to-anywhere solution.  The system offers full satellite access from regular hub centers around the world by tying them into fiber networks which ultimately provide worldwide access from one remote/unmanned site.

Gary Hatch CEO of ATCi  noted, "The Mesh TV multi-screen delivery technology coupled with IP Content Harvester brings best-of-breed technologies to the mobile market, and we are thrilled to be working to provide winning business models to our media and mobile customers," Hatch concluded.

Source: ATCi
   

CONTACT:  Kristen Love, +1-303-484-1733, for ATCi

Web Site:  http://www.atci.com/

Miami Family Prepares for Epic Father's Day Launch of Their 10,000-Mile PapiBlogger Family Road Trip Across the United States

40-Day road trip will take family of five from Miami to L.A., L.A. to Seattle, Seattle to Maine and Maine back to Miami Ruiz Family will blog, Facebook and Tweet daily about their real-life adventures Chevrolet is providing family's fully outfitted 'Papimobile' (aka 2010 Chevrolet Traverse)

MIAMI, June 15 -- In 1903, when the entire United States had but 150 miles of paved roads, Dr. Horatio Nelson Jackson set off from San Francisco in a 20-horsepower Winton touring car hoping to become the first person to cross the U.S. in what was then dubbed a "horseless carriage."  Sixty-three days later, after many trials and tribulations, Dr. Jackson, his co-driver Sewall Crocker and their bulldog Bud made it to New York City.

More than 100 years later, a Miami family of five is about to embark on what might be this century's epic U.S. family road trip.  Starting on Father's Day, PapiBlogger.com founder and father of three Manny Ruiz, his wife Angela and their children Briani (1), Elena (6) and Jonathan (10) will embark on a 10,000-mile PapiBlogger Family Road Trip that will circle the four corners of the continental United States.

"Our journey may not be as treacherous as Dr. Jackson's inspirational one was but it will certainly be challenging and two times longer because we're going to the four corners of the U.S. with three young children," said Ruiz, former founder/CEO of Hispanic PR Wire and a social media marketing expert who also runs the Hispanic PR Blog and the annual Hispanic PR & Social Media Conference.

Over the course of 40 days, the Ruiz family will travel on the "Papimobile" (a 2010 Chevrolet Traverse) from Miami to Los Angeles, Los Angeles to Seattle, Seattle to Maine and Maine back to Miami.  Along the way, through daily stories, photos and videos, the family will document their adventures on PapiBlogger.com as well as on the blog's Facebook (http://www.Facebook.com/PapiBlogger) and Twitter (http://www.Twitter.com/PapiBlogger) pages.  The Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with OnStar to give the family peace of mind and safety.  Sprint Nextel is providing PapiBlogger with 4G-enabled smart phones, national 4G network connectivity, Wi-Fi and telecommunications support while Sony is furnishing the family with electronics.

The PapiBlogger Family Road Trip has three key objectives, said Ruiz.  "First, we want to have a genuinely memorable vacation that we'll talk about the rest of our lives.  Second, we want to show our children why they should love their country, its beauty and its diversity of cultures and languages.  And third, we want to raise awareness about PapiBlogger.com and the web site's unique value proposition as the premier destination to learn and share creative parenting tricks in both English and Spanish."

Among the planned stops/landmarks of the trip are: The Kennedy Space Center, the oil hurt Gulf Coast, West Texas, Area 51, the Grand Canyon, Disneyland, the Golden Gate Bridge, Yellowstone National Park, Mount Rushmore, Niagara Falls, the U.S. Capitol and Smithsonian Museums and much more.  Major cities to be visited include St. Augustine, New Orleans, Austin, Santa Fe, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Chicago, New York City, Salem, Washington, DC and many more.  To view an updated map of planned stops visit PapiBlogger.com periodically as the dates and locations are subject to be modified along the way.

Media wishing to interview PapiBlogger and his family in person or over the phone are asked to email interview requests to roadtrip@papiblogger.com or call 305.321.5002.

About PapiBlogger

PapiBlogger.com is the nation's first bilingual web site devoted to showcasing creative parenting tricks for fathers and mothers.  Together with its Facebook fan page http://www.Facebook.com/papiblogger and its Twitter page http://www.Twitter.com/papiblogger, the bilingual blog serves as a forum for parents to share creative parenting recipes for children ages infant to young adult.

PapiBlogger is the brainchild of entrepreneur and former Hispanic PR Wire founder Manny Ruiz.  The blog is part of Hispanic Media Trainers, LLC, the holding company of the Hispanic PR Blog and of the annual Hispanic PR & Social Media Conference.

About Chevrolet

Chevrolet is a global automotive brand, with annual sales of about 3.5 million vehicles in more than 130 countries. Chevrolet provides consumers with fuel-efficient, safe and reliable vehicles that deliver high quality, expressive design, spirited performance and value. In the U.S., the Chevrolet portfolio includes: iconic performance cars, such as Corvette and Camaro; dependable, long lasting pickups and SUVs, such as Silverado and Suburban; and award-winning passenger cars and crossovers, such as Malibu, Equinox and Traverse. Chevrolet also offers "gas-friendly" solutions, such as the upcoming 2011 Chevrolet Cruze Eco model that is expected to deliver up to an estimated 40 mpg highway, and 2011 Chevrolet Volt that will offer up to 40 miles of electric driving and an additional 300 miles of extended range with the onboard generator (based on GM testing).  Most new Chevrolet models offer OnStar safety, security, and convenience technologies including OnStar Hands-Free Calling, Automatic Crash Response, and Stolen Vehicle Slowdown. More information regarding Chevrolet models, fuel solutions, and OnStar availability can be found at http://www.chevrolet.com.

About Sprint Nextel

Sprint Nextel offers a comprehensive range of wireless and wireline communications services bringing the freedom of mobility to consumers, businesses and government users. Sprint Nextel served more than 48 million customers at the end of the first quarter of 2010 and is widely recognized for developing, engineering and deploying innovative technologies, and is the first and only wireless 4G service from a national carrier in the United States; offering industry-leading mobile data services, leading prepaid brands including Virgin Mobile USA, Boost Mobile, Common Cents Mobile and Assurance Wireless and instant national and international push-to-talk capabilities; and a global Tier 1 Internet backbone. With its customer-focused strategy, you can learn more and visit Sprint at http://www.sprint.com or http://www.facebook.com/sprint and http://www.twitter.com/sprint.

Source: PapiBlogger
   

CONTACT:  Angela Sustaita-Ruiz, info@PapiBlogger.com, +1-305-321-5002

Web Site:  http://papiblogger.com/

PlayStation(R)Move Motion Controller to Hit Worldwide Market Starting This September

Bundle Packs, Attractive Software Titles and Peripheral to Accompany the Launch, Further Enhancing the PlayStation(R)Move Experience

TOKYO, June 15 -- Sony Computer Entertainment (SCE) today announced that it will release PlayStation®Move motion controller*1 for the PlayStation®3 (PS3(TM)) system on September 15, 2010 in Europe/PAL territories and in Asian countries/regions*2 at a recommended retail price (RRP) of euro 39.99.  It will also become available in North America on September 19 at a RRP of $49.99 and in Japan on October 21 at a RRP of 3,980 yen (including tax).  PlayStation®Move navigation controller, one-handed controller to be used along with the motion controller for intuitive navigation of in-game characters and objects, will also become available on the same day in each region at a RRP of euro 29.99, US$29.99 and 2,980 yen (including tax),  respectively.

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Sony Computer Entertainment America will release a PlayStation Move bundle comprised of a PlayStation Move motion controller, PlayStation®Eye camera, Sports Champions Blu-ray(TM) disc game and PlayStation Move demo disc for $99.99 (RRP).  Additionally, a PlayStation 3 Sports Champion Move Bundle, which includes a PS3 system, PlayStation Move motion controller, PlayStation Eye Camera, Sports Champions Blu-ray game and PlayStation Move game demo disc, will be available for $399.99 (RRP). The PlayStation Eye camera will also be sold separately for $39.99 (RRP).

On the software front, SCE Worldwide Studios will release more than 20 titles that are either dedicated to or supported with the PlayStation Move platform in fiscal year 2010 ending March 2011.  Exciting and innovative software titles available in the launch window will include; Resident Evil 5 Gold Edition by CAPCOM Co., Ltd., Time Crises: Razing Storm by Bandai Namco Games Inc., Tiger Woods PGA® Tour 11 by Electronic Arts Ltd, Lord of the Rings: Aragorn's Quest by WB Games Inc, EyePet, Sports Champions, Kung Fu Rider by SCE and many more*3.  SCE, with support from third party developers and publishers, will continue to further enhance the software title line-up to offer high-definition motion-based gaming experience only available on the PS3 platform.

Furthermore, SCE also announced today the release of two PlayStation Move controller peripherals, "PlayStation Move®Charging Station" and "PlayStation®Move shooting attachment," that will help further enhancing the PlayStation Move experience.

  --     PlayStation Move charging station
          By utilizing the "charging station," users will be able
          to charge up to two PlayStation Move controllers, motion
          controller or the navigation controller, at once without
          having to connect them to the PS3 system. The "charging
          station" will become available concurrently with the
          motion controller launch in each region at a RRP of euro
          29.99, US$29.99 and 2,480 yen (including tax),
          respectively.
     --  PlayStation Move shooting attachment
          The "shooting attachment," designed to place the
          PlayStation Move motion controller horizontally, will
          allow players to hold the motion controller as if they
          are holding a gun and to easily aim at an in-game
          target.  The trigger on the attachment is interlocked
          with the motion controller T button and will enable
          users to intuitively play the game, not only limited to
          shooting games but also on games that may require
          precise button input and control.  It will deliver
          immersive gameplay and will work perfectly with software
          titles like The Shoot!*3 by SCE and Time Crises: Razing
          Storm by Bandai Namco Games Inc. which is expected to
          support the attachment.  The "shooting attachment" will
          become available starting this fall in each region at a
          RRP of euro 14.99, US$19.99 and 1,480 yen (including
          tax), respectively.

Through the introduction of PlayStation Move controllers, attractive software line-ups and peripherals, SCE will continue to further expand the PS3 platform and create a new world of computer entertainment that is only possible on PlayStation.

*1 Users will need to use the PlayStation Eye camera to enjoy PlayStation Move motion controller on PS3.

*2 Pricing of the motion controller in Asian countries/regions is equivalent to US$39.99.  Pricing of the navigation controller is equivalent to US$29.99.  The pricing will vary by countries or regions.

*3 Title line-up and release date will differ by each region.  Please refer to the separately attached software line-up list for further details.

  Product Outline

  PlayStation(R)Move motion controller
  ----------------------------------

  Product name          PlayStation(R)Move motion controller
  ------------                          ----------------------------------
  Product code          CECH-ZCM1
  ------------                                                   ---------
                         Europe/PAL territories and Asian countries/
                         regions: Sept. 15, 2010, North America: Sept. 19,
  Release date           2010, Japan: Oct. 21, 2010
  ------------          --------------------------------------------------
  Recommended retail
   price                euro 39.99, US$49.99, 3,980 yen (including tax)
  ------------------       -----------------------------------------------
  Color                 Black
  -----                                                              -----
  Mass                  Approx. 145 g
  ----                                                       -------------
  External dimension    Approx. 200mm × 46mm (height × diameter)
  ------------------              ----------------------------------------
  Battery type          Built-in, rechargeable lithium-ion battery
  ------------                  ------------------------------------------
  Voltage               DC 3.7 V
  -------                                                         --------
  Operating
   temperature          5 degrees C ~ 35 degrees C
  ------------                                  --------------------------
  Included              Strap
  --------                                                           -----

  PlayStation(R)Move navigation controller
  --------------------------------------

  Product name          PlayStation(R)Move navigation controller
  ------------                      --------------------------------------
  Product code          CECH-ZCS1
  ------------                                                   ---------
                         Europe/PAL territories and Asian countries/
                         regions: Sept. 15, 2010, North America: Sept. 19,
  Release date           2010, Japan: Oct. 21, 2010
  ------------          --------------------------------------------------
  Recommended retail
   price                euro 29.99, US$29.99, 2,980 yen (including tax)
  ------------------       -----------------------------------------------
  Color                 Black
  -----                                                              -----
  Mass                  Approx. 95 g
  ----                                                        ------------
  External dimension    Approx. 138mm × 42mm (height × diameter)
  ------------------              ----------------------------------------
  Battery type          Built-in, rechargeable lithium-ion batter
  ------------                   -----------------------------------------
  Voltage               DC 3.7 V
  -------                                                         --------
  Operating
   temperature          5 degrees C ~ 35 degrees C
  ------------                                  --------------------------

  PlayStation(R)Move charging station
  ---------------------------------

  Product name          PlayStation(R)Move charging station
  ------------                           ---------------------------------
  Product code          CECH-ZCC1
  ------------                                                   ---------
                         Europe/PAL territories and Asian countries/
                         regions: starting Sept. 15, 2010, North America:
  Release date           starting Sept. 19, 2010, Japan: Oct. 21, 2010
  ------------           -------------------------------------------------
  Recommended retail
   price                euro 29.99, US$29.99, 2480 yen (including tax)
  ------------------        ----------------------------------------------
  Mass                  Approx. 190 g
  ----                                                       -------------
                         Approx. 160mm × 90mm × 34mm (width × height ×
  External dimension     length)
  ------------------        ----------------------------------------------
  Included              AC Adaptor × 1
  --------                                                  --------------
                        AC Cable × 1
                                                              ------------

  PlayStation(R)Move shooting attachment
  ------------------------------------

  Product name          PlayStation(R)Move shooting attachment
  ------------                        ------------------------------------
  Product code          CECH-ZGA1
  ------------                                                   ---------
  Release date          Fall 2010
  ------------                                                   ---------
  Recommended retail
   price                euro 14.99, US$19.99 and 1,480 yen (including tax)
  ------------------    --------------------------------------------------
  Mass                  Approx. 150 g
  ----                                                       -------------
                         Approx. 167mm × 145mm  × 55mm (width  × height ×
  External dimension     length)
  ------------------     -------------------------------------------------

  PlayStation(R)Eye
  ---------------

  Product name          PlayStation(R)Eye
  ------------                                             ---------------
  Recommended retail     euro 29.99*4, US$39.99 and 2,980 yen (including
   price                 tax)
  ------------------      ------------------------------------------------
  Mass                  Approx. 173 g
  ------------------                                         -------------
                         Approx. 84 × 67 × 57 mm  (width  × height ×
  External dimension     length)
  ------------------          --------------------------------------------
  Power consumption     5v, Maximum of 500mA
  -----------------                                   --------------------
  Operating
   temperature          5 degrees C ~ 35 degrees C
  ------------                                  --------------------------
  Connector             USB 2.0
  ---------                                                        -------
  Cable length          Approx. 2m
  ------------                                                  ----------
  Video capture*5       Maximum of 640 x 480 pixel
  ---------------                               --------------------------
  Frame rate*5          640 x 480 at 60 frames/ second
  ------------                              ------------------------------
                        320 x 240 at 120 frames/ second
                                           -------------------------------
  Lens head             2.1 F-stop, <1% distortion, fixed focus
  ---------                        ---------------------------------------
  Range of distance     25cm - infinity (in wide angle view)
  -----------------                   ------------------------------------
                         56 degrees (standard view) -75 degrees (wide
  Field of view          angle view) FOV zoom lens
  -------------              ---------------------------------------------
  Sound recognition     Built-in 4 microphone array
  -----------------                            ---------------------------

*4 New pricing for Europe/PAL territories will go effective concurrently with the launch of the motion controller.

*5 Video capture and frame rate will differ according to the software used.

About Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

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

PlayStation is a registered trademark and PS3 is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

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CONTACT:  Julie Han, Corporate Communications of Sony Computer
Entertainment America, +1-650-655-7454, Julie_Han@playstation.sony.com

Sony Computer Entertainment Announces Surround Sound System for the PlayStation(R)3 System, Hitting Worldwide Market in Fall 2010

Rich Surround Sound Environment Delivered in All-in-one Speaker, Offering a Whole New PlayStation(R) Experience to the Living Room

TOKYO, June 15 -- Sony Computer Entertainment (SCE) today announced that it will release a subwoofer built-in, all-in-one Surround Sound System for the PlayStation®3 (PS3(TM)) system in fall 2010 in Japan, North America, Europe/PAL territories, and Asian countries/regions at a recommended retail price of 19,800 yen (including tax), US$199, and euro 199  respectively.  Users will be able to enjoy immersive audio on the PlayStation®3 system, including upcoming games supporting PlayStation®Move motion controllers, Blu-ray movies, as well as stereoscopic 3D content by simply placing the speaker in front of the television and connecting it to the PS3 system with the optical digital cable.

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The Surround Sound System utilizes cutting-edge technologies, including Sony's S-Force PRO Front Surround Sound that generates rich realistic surround sound over one front speaker.  Delivering a dynamic sound environment with audio virtually coming from all directions, the Surround Sound System will immerse users into a cinema-like experience in the living room, making them feel like they are actually in the game or movie itself.  Bringing in SCE's expertise in both entertainment and technology acquired from developing games, four sound fields of the speaker system have been designed with the help of SCE's expert game sound designers, to optimize the cinematic experience of all forms of entertainment.

The Surround Sound System comes with two audio inputs - an optical audio input for connecting high-end entertainment systems including PS3, and an analog audio input for connecting portable devices like the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system to enjoy listening to music in the living room.  The form factor of the system features a sleek and casual design that matches perfectly with the PS3 system, and delivers dynamic sound without the physical space required by a traditional home theater system.

Through the introduction of new peripherals, SCE will continue to further expand the PS3 platform and create a new world of computer entertainment that is only possible on PlayStation.

  Product Outline
  ---------------

  Surround Sound System for PlayStation(R)3

  Product name          Surround Sound System
  ------------          ---------------------
  Product code          CECH-ZVS1
  ------------          ---------
  Release date          Fall 2010
  ------------          ---------
  Recommended retail
   price                19,800 yen  (including tax), US$199, euro 199
  ------------------    ---------------------------------------------
                         L + R: With 6 ohms loads, both channels driven,
                         from 200-20000 Hz ; rated 5 watts per channel
  Power Output and       minimum RMS power, with no more than 1 % total
   Total Harmonic        harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated
   Distortion:           output.
  ----------------      ------------------------------------------------
  (FTC) for the U.S.
   model
  ------------------
  Amplifier section     L / R: 10 W (per channel at 6 ohms, 1 kHz)
  -----------------     ------------------------------------------
  U.S. models:          Subwoofer: 15 W + 15 W (at 8 ohms, 100 Hz)
  ------------          ------------------------------------------
  Power Output
   (reference)
  ------------
  Speakers              Front speaker unit:
  --------              -------------------
                         Speaker system: Full range, Bass reflex, Speaker
                         units: 50 mm × 90 mm (2 in × 3 5/8 in), Rated
                         impedance: 6 ohms
                        -------------------------------------------------
                        Subwoofer unit:
                        ---------------
                         Speaker system: Subwoofer system, passive
                         radiator type, Speaker units: 65 mm × 2
                         (subwoofer) 65 mm × 4 (passive radiator), Rated
                         impedance: 8 ohms
                        ------------------------------------------------
  Inputs                Analog × 1
  ------                ----------
                        Digital (Optical) × 1
                        ---------------------
                         Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG-2 AAC, Linear PCM (2
  Supported formats      ch)*
  -----------------     ----------------------------------------------
                         DYNAMIC: This mode provides a wide range of tones
  Sound fields           with low/high frequencies and dynamic sounds.
  ------------           --------------------------------------------------
                         STEREO: This mode is suitable for any sound
                         quality, optimized for video games implementing
                         2 ch stereo sound. (Multiple channels are down-
                         mixed.)
                        ------------------------------------------------
                         VIVID: This mode provides a wide sound range and
                         enhances the surround sound channels.
                        -------------------------------------------------
                         STD (standard): This mode reproduces the sound
                         track with the kind of dynamic range that the
                         recording engineer intended.
                        -----------------------------------------------
                         NIGHT MODE: This function allows you to enjoy
  Other effects/         sound effects and hear the dialog clearly even
   functions             at low volume levels.
  --------------        ----------------------------------------------
                         DIALOG MODE: This function allows you to hear in-
                         game speech and narration with greater clarity.
                         --------------------------------------------------

                         Auto Standby (A.STBY): The surround sound system
                         enters standby mode automatically when there is
                         no audio output for 30 minutes.
                        -------------------------------------------------
                         18 V DC (2.6 A) (100 V -240 V AC, 50/60 Hz using
  Power requirements     the supplied AC power cord)
  ------------------    -------------------------------------------------
                         Main unit: (approx.) 2.4 kg, AC adaptor:
  Mass                   (approx.) 240 g
  ----                  -----------------------------------------
                         Main unit: (approx.) 720 mm × 85 mm × 87 mm, AC
                         adaptor: (approx.) 121 mm × 53 mm × 33 mm  (w ×
  Dimensions             h × d)
  ----------            ------------------------------------------------
  Included              -- Remote control  × 1
  --------              ---------------------
                        -- Optical digital cable (2.5 m) × 1
                        -----------------------------------
                        -- AC adaptor × 1
                        ----------------
                        -- AC power cord  × 1
                        --------------------
  * Linear PCM accepts sampling frequencies of no more than 48 kHz.

  About Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

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

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

All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

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Sony Computer Entertainment America Delivers Groundbreaking 3D Technology, Next Generation Motion Control Experiences, and an Unrivaled PlayStation(R)3 Game Line Up at E3 2010

SCEA Unleashes the Broadest and Deepest Entertainment Offerings for Families, Providing More Reasons to Gather in the Living Room

LOS ANGELES, June 15 -- Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC (SCEA) held its annual press conference today at the E3 Media & Business Summit in Los Angeles, Calif., announcing groundbreaking new products and services that further establish PlayStation's leadership and cutting edge position in home entertainment.  Since last Fall, the PlayStation® business has experienced unprecedented growth, fueling huge momentum into the new year. The company is poised once again to deliver consumers unrivaled entertainment options this year with the latest in 3D technology, introduction of PlayStation®Move games, and blockbuster games such as inFAMOUS 2, Twisted Metal®, Gran Turismo® 5, LittleBigPlanet(TM) 2, and Killzone® 3.

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"We are transforming the way consumers interact and consume content in the living room and we've been redefining this entertainment experience now for 15 years," said Jack Tretton, CEO and President of SCEA. "Sony is the undisputed leader in stereoscopic 3D technology and we are the only company to provide consumers with an end to end solution today. PlayStation is expanding what's possible with Blu-ray technology by enhancing it with cutting edge stereoscopic 3D games and movies. In addition, we are providing entirely new motion gaming experiences with PlayStation Move."

Stereoscopic 3D

SCEA announced on stage that some of the company's biggest titles will be available to consumers this year in stereoscopic 3D, including MLB® 10 The Show, MotorStorm®: Apocalypse, Killzone® 3, The Sly Collection, and Gran Turismo®5. Beloved franchises from our publishing community will also make their way into consumer homes in stereoscopic 3D on the PlayStation®3 (PS3(TM)) system, such as Crysis 2 from Electronic Arts, Mortal Kombat(TM) from Warner Brothers, Ubisoft's Shaun White Skateboarding and TOM CLANCY(TM)'S GHOST RECON: FUTURE SOLDIER(TM), as well as Disney Tron Evolution the Video Game, and 2K Sports' NBA® 2K11. Unlike any other console on the market today, all 35.7 million PS3 units globally are capable of playing stereoscopic 3D games via a firmware update in April 2010. Four PS3 titles offering stereoscopic gaming experiences are currently available for download from the PlayStation®Network (PSN) including PAIN, MotorStorm® Pacific Rift, Super Stardust(TM) HD and WipEout® HD. The PS3 system will make 3D Blu-ray Disc movie support available later this year.

PlayStation® Move motion controller

SCEA also announced that on September 19, 2010 it will release a PlayStation Move bundle comprised of a PlayStation Move motion controller, PlayStation®Eye camera, Sports Champions(TM) Blu-ray disc game and PlayStation Move demo disc for $99.99 (RRP).  Additionally, a PlayStation 3 Sports Champion Move Bundle, which includes a PS3 system, PlayStation Move motion controller, PlayStation Eye camera, Sports Champions Blu-ray game and PlayStation Move game demo disc, will be available for $399.99 (RRP). Stand alone PlayStation Move motion controller for the PS3 system will also be sold at $49.99 (MSRP). The new PlayStation Move navigation controller, which can be used alongside the motion controller for intuitive navigation of in-game characters and objects, will also become available on the same day at $29.99 (MSRP). Standalone first party games for the PlayStation Move will be priced at $39.99 (MSRP). With more than 15 dedicated titles for use with the PlayStation Move motion controller available on the day of launch and 40 more slated to hit throughout the holiday season, both casual gamers and hardcore gamers will have plenty of reasons to clear their coffee tables and immerse themselves in the most precise and ultra sensory gaming experience ever made possible. PlayStation Move titles showcased at E3 include:

  First Party Titles
  ------------------
  Sports Champions(TM), September 2010
  Eye Pet(TM), September 2010
  Kung Fu Rider(TM), September 2010
  Start the Party! (TM), September 2010
  echochrome(TM) 2 (PSN), September 2010
  Tumble (PSN), September 2010
  Hustle Kings, October 2010
  PAIN (PSN), October 2010
  TV Superstars(TM), October 2010
  The Fight: Lights Out(TM), October 2010
  The Shoot(TM), October 2010
  High Velocity Bowling (PSN) October 2010
  Heavy Rain(R), October 2010
  Sly Collection, November 2010
  SingStar(R) Dance, November 2010
  LittleBigPlanet(TM) 2, November 2010
  Beat Sketcher (PSN), Fall 2010
  SOCOM 4, Fall 2010
  Sorcery(TM), 2011
  Heroes on the Move, 2011
  Killzone(R) 3, 2011

  Publisher Titles
  ----------------
  Tiger Woods PGA TOUR(R) 11 (Electronic Arts), September 2010
  Toy Story 3: The Video Game (Disney Interactive Studios), September
   2010
  The Lord of the Rings: Aragorn's Quest (WB Games Inc.), September 2010
  Brunswick Pro Bowling (Crave), September 2010
  Resident Evil(R)5 Gold Edition (Capcom), September 2010
  Time Crisis: Razing Storm (Bandai Namco), September 2010
  NBA(R) 2K11 (2K Sports), October 2010
  John Daly's ProStroke Golf (OG International), Fall 2010
  Racquet Sports (Ubisoft), Fall 2010
  R.U.S.E. (Ubisoft), September 2010
  Kung Fu LIVE (Virtual Air Guitar Company), October 2010
  Deadliest Catch: Sea of Chaos(TM) (Crave), November 2010
  Disney Tron Evolution the Video Game (Disney Interactive Studios),
   November 2010

  PlayStation 3 system

The PlayStation brand has set the stage for what great gaming experiences can be and what is possible when creative innovations are combined with powerful technology.  SCEA has raised the bar once again with bigger and more immersive experiences this fiscal year with our most highly anticipated line ups to date. The company continues to push the envelope on extending richer and deeper gaming experiences to consumers which include a range of blockbuster PS3 titles showcased at E3, such as:

  First Party Titles
  ------------------
  Twisted Metal
  inFAMOUS2
  Killzone 3
  Gran Turismo 5
  SOCOM 4: US Navy SEALS
  LittleBigPlanet 2

  Publisher Titles
  ----------------
  Final Fantasy(R) XIV (Square Enix, Inc.)
  MAFIA(R) II (2K Games)
  Assassin's Creed(R): Brotherhood (Ubisoft)
  Metal Gear Solid: Rising (Konami)
  Mortal Kombat(TM) (Warner Brothers)
  Disney Tron Evolution the Video Game (Disney Interactive
   Studios)
  Shaun White Skateboarding (Ubisoft)
  Call of Duty(R): Black Ops(TM) (Activision)

  PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system

With continued momentum and excitement behind the PSP platform, the company revealed two new PSP entertainment packs, the Invizimals PSP Entertainment Pack and the God of War®: Ghost of Sparta PSP Entertainment Pack, to offer even more value to portable gamers. Coming this October and priced at $199 (MSRP), the Invizimals PSP Entertainment Pack comes with a vibrant blue PSP-3000 system, Invizimals UMD® game, PSP camera and 1GB Memory Stick PRO Duo(TM). Coming this Fall, the God of War: Ghost of Sparta PSP Entertainment Pack will come packed with a red and black two tone PSP-3000, God of War: Ghost of Sparta UMD game, PlayStation Network downloadable voucher for God of War: Chains of Olympus and a 2GB Memory Stick PRO Duo, also priced at $199 (MSRP). In addition, more than 70 titles across first party studios and publishing partners are expected to hit the PSP platform with tailored games designed specifically for PSP system, such as God of War®: Ghost of Sparta, Invizimals and beloved franchise favorites such as Patapon® 3, and EyePet(TM) PSP.

PlayStation®Network

With more than 50 million registered accounts worldwide, PlayStation Network is today one of the largest networked entertainment platforms and continues to evolve with newly added content and services such as MLB.TV, Netflix and HBO content.  Today, the company also unveiled PlayStation®Plus, a new subscription service offering users even more options in how they consume content on PlayStation Network. PlayStation Plus will be available starting June 29 at a yearly fee of $49.99 and is designed to offer PlayStation Network's power users added value, access and convenience, such as special features that include discounts on the PlayStation Store content, free and exclusive access to select games, full game trials, and much more.  Adding to its existing library of more than 670 downloadable games in North America, PlayStation Network will offer new exclusive games this year, including PixelJunk(TM) Shooter 2, PixelJunk Racers 2nd Lap, Dead Nation, Fat Princess 1.06 Patch, and echochrome ii.

Coca-Cola Partnership

SCEA has also partnered this year with Coca-Cola to get families off the couch and into the middle of the action. Consumers will see the PlayStation Move motion controller and PS3 system, as well as games like Sports Champions, NBA® 2K11, Tron: Evolution The Video Game, and EA SPORTS Active(TM) prominently displayed across 130 million packages of Coke, Diet Coke, Coke Zero and Sprite starting this November. This partnership marks one of the biggest branding campaigns SCEA has been involved in and will be aligned with one of the company's largest and most aggressive marketing efforts in its history.

About Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC

Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC continues to redefine the entertainment lifestyle with its PlayStation® and PS one® systems, the PlayStation®2 system, the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, the ground-breaking PlayStation®3 (PS3(TM)) system and its online and network services the PlayStation®Network and PlayStation®Store.

Recognized as the undisputed industry leader, Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC markets the PlayStation family of products and develops, publishes, markets, and distributes software for the PS one, PlayStation 2, PSP and PS3 systems for the North American market.  Based in Foster City, California, Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC serves as headquarters for all North American operations and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

Visit us on the Web at http://www.us.playstation.com/

Memory Stick PRO Duo is a trademark of Sony Corporation. "PlayStation" and "PSP" are registered trademarks and "PS3" is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.  "SONY" and "make.believe" are trademarks of Sony Corporation.  All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

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Patrick Seybold, +1-650-655-7549, patrick_seybold@playstation.sony.com, both
of SCEA

Web Site:  http://www.us.playstation.com/

PlayStation(R)Network Fuels the Next Evolution of Digital Distribution

New and Exclusive Content, Innovative Services and Community Focused Tools Provide the Most Comprehensive Entertainment Experience to PlayStation®3 and PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) Users

LOS ANGELES, June 15 -- Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC (SCEA) today unveiled new original programming and gaming content additions to PlayStation®Network's unmatched and ever-growing entertainment suite of new and exclusive content, services and community focused tools. SCEA introduced PlayStation®Plus, a new subscription service package offering users even more options in how they consume content on PlayStation Network, during its press event kicking off the annual E3 Expo 2010 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. In addition, an open casting call was announced for Season 2 of its original competitive reality series, "The Tester(TM)," premiering this fall. Combined with the recent availability of programming from HBO® and ability to stream live baseball games in High Definition (HD) through the MLB.TV subscription service, PlayStation Network is continuing its evolution in delivering a great overall entertainment experience to its users.

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New PlayStation Network titles for both the PlayStation®3 (PS3(TM)) and PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) systems were also announced at E3, adding to an existing library of more than 670 downloadable games on PlayStation®Store. For the PS3 system, PixelJunk(TM) Shooter 2, PixelJunk(TM) Racers 2nd Lap, Dead Nation(TM), Fat Princess 1.06 Patch, and echochrome(TM) ii were showcased.  Additionally, God of War®: Ghost of Sparta, Invizimals(TM), Piyotama®, Hot Shots Tennis: Get A Grip(TM), Patapon®3, EyePet(TM) and Gravity Crash(TM) will be released for the PSP system later this year.

"PlayStation Network has come a long way in just three short years and we have more than 50 million registered accounts accessing an unparalleled connected experience - from live sports and exclusive original programming to new gaming, movie and TV content," said Jack Tretton, President and CEO, SCEA. "The combination of PlayStation®'s connected experience and products, allows us to continually provide the most comprehensive entertainment experience, at home or on the go, for the passionate and devoted PlayStation community."

For the first time, PlayStation®Home -- a ground-breaking virtual social gaming platform available on the PS3 system-- will provide users that can't make it to E3 in Los Angeles the opportunity to explore and experience PlayStation's virtual E3 booth. The virtual booth, an exact replica of the "real" PlayStation E3 booth, will be accessible for the entirety of the Expo and will give the PlayStation Home community an opportunity to check out the show floor with added bonuses including access to the exclusive VIP level in the PlayStation booth.  In addition to videos of the latest PlayStation 3 and PlayStation® Move titles, game trailers, interviews and behind-the-scenes looks at the making of a PlayStation Home space, the PlayStation Home virtual E3 booth will also showcase a special taping of Jack Tretton's E3 keynote address. Fans that attend the booth will also be rewarded with virtual content including exclusive E3 virtual clothing items for their avatars as well as a slew of PlayStation branded decor for their personal PlayStation Home spaces.

PlayStation®Plus

PlayStation Plus is a new subscription service package offering users even more options in how they consume content on the PlayStation Network. PlayStation Plus provides gamers with more value, access and convenience by offering subscribers features such as frequent discounts on PlayStation Store content, free and exclusive access to select games, full game trials, early invitations to select betas of popular games, and new functionality such as content downloads and updates which will automatically be "pushed" to the PS3 system even when consumers are not using their system.

While all PlayStation Network users will continue to have free access to its expanding game and non-game content and service offerings for the PS3 and PSP systems - just as they do today - PlayStation Plus members will gain access to an exclusive set of features and functionalities designed specifically for gamers. PlayStation Plus members will have free access to titles including WipEout HD, Minis and PS one® Classics such as Fieldrunners, Age of Zombies and Rally Cross, a full game trial of inFAMOUS®, and discounts on downloadable content such as Fat Princess. Additionally, members will always have access to their virtual library of free games for as long as they keep their PlayStation Plus membership. Consumers can sign up on PlayStation Store or learn more about the new exclusive set of features and functionalities at us.playstation.com.

PlayStation Plus will be available on June 29, 2010 for a 365-day package at $49.99.  SCEA is also running a "limited time offer" giving subscribers 3 free bonus months for signing up for a 365-day subscription.  Consumers also have the option to subscribe for 90-days for $17.99.

Original and Exclusive Programming

From the beginning, PlayStation has been a pioneer in gaming and entertainment -- from delivering genre-shattering exclusive games to becoming the first entertainment network on a console to offer a premiere video delivery service. In February 2010, "The Tester," an original competitive reality series pitting 11 hopeful gamers from across the country to compete for a chance to win a position as a game tester at SCEA, debuted exclusively on PlayStation Network.

Today, following the excitement and success of the debut series, PlayStation announced that a casting call for Season 2 of The Tester is now open at http://www.TheTester.com.  Now, a new group of gamers will get a chance to compete in physical and mental challenges to win a job as an official PlayStation game tester. During this Season's summer long casting process, there will also be an online contest that will allow at least one lucky person to be voted onto the Season 2 cast by the PlayStation Community.

For additional information on The Tester, produced by reality programming veteran 51 Minds Entertainment, and how to create a profile for a chance to be on Season 2 of The Tester, go to our casting site at http://www.TheTester.com. There is also a video featuring Season 1 winner, Will Powers (aka "Cyrus"), with some helpful tips on how to make a great profile.  More than 23,000 movies and TV episodes are currently available through PlayStation Network's video delivery service, including HD movies from all of the major studios - 20th Century Fox, Walt Disney Pictures, Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Universal Pictures, and Warner Bros. Additionally, exclusive original content such as programming from HBO, live sports through the MLB.TV subscription service, Qore(TM), an interactive video gaming magazine, and PULSE, a bi-weekly video showcase of the latest news from PlayStation, makes the PS3 system one of the most content rich entertainment platforms in the home or on the go with the PSP system.

PlayStation®Home

Since the launch of PlayStation Home exclusively on the PS3 system in 2008, it has evolved beyond a social network into a rapidly evolving true gaming platform. In the past year PlayStation Home's user base has more than doubled to 14 million worldwide. Today, users spend an average of 70 minutes per visit, playing games, attending and organizing special events, watching videos, listening to music, meeting new friends, and launching into games together.

In addition to millions of PS3 fans discovering all that PlayStation Home has to offer, game developers and publishers are also recognizing the value of directly interacting with the gaming community to increase and extend consumer interest in their game titles via new mediums of game play.  SCEA has partnered with nearly 30 brands to develop virtual environments and game-specific content for PlayStation Home, including Activision, Electronic Arts, Capcom Entertainment, NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc., THQ and UBISOFT, and is continuing to welcome new and eager developers onto the platform as well.

With the launch of Sodium One, PlayStation Home's first massively multiplayer online (MMO) game space, in December 2009, PlayStation Home further evolved into a true social gaming platform, complete with both snack-size mini games and extended gaming experiences to share with both existing friends and new friends met within PlayStation Home.

Today, PlayStation Home offers gamers more than 100 ready to play games, 50 discreet public and private spaces to experience, and over 5000 virtual items to collect, with new store fronts available from LucasArts, Lockwood, Loot, Activision and Disney. Additionally, more than 400 community events have been held in PlayStation Home since its launch, many organized by the PlayStation Home community.

About PlayStation®Network

PlayStation® Network is an entertainment network that unites people and innovative entertainment to deliver captivating experiences worldwide. In addition to offering new and original forms of entertainment, PlayStation Network supports free and community-centric online gameplay, communication tools, and PSP® and PS3 systems connectivity. PlayStation Network has more than 50 million registered accounts worldwide.

About Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC

Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC. continues to redefine the entertainment lifestyle with its PlayStation® and PS one® game console, the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) handheld entertainment system, the ground-breaking PlayStation®3 (PS3(TM)) computer entertainment system and its online and network services the PlayStation®Network and PlayStation®Store. Recognized as the undisputed industry leader, Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC. markets the PlayStation family of products and develops, publishes, markets and distributes software for the PS one, PlayStation 2, PSP and PS3 systems for the North American market. Based in Foster City, Calif., Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC. serves as headquarters for all North American operations.

Visit us on the Web at http://www.us.playstation.com.

"PlayStation," and "PSP" are registered trademarks and "PS3" is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. "SONY" and "make.believe" are trademarks of Sony Corporation. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

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for SCEA

Web Site:  http://www.us.playstation.com/

PlayStation(R)Plus, the New Subscription Service Package on PlayStation(R)Network, Delivers a Whole New Experience to Users

SCE Will Start Offering the New Service Package Along With Free Access to PlayStation®Network Service On June 29, 2010 Worldwide

LOS ANGELES, June 15 -- Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCE) today announced that it will offer PlayStation®Plus, a new subscription service package on PlayStation®Network.  In addition to the current free to use existing features and services, PlayStation Plus brings value-added offerings including exclusive services and content on June 29, 2010, worldwide.  PlayStation Plus will further enhance PlayStation Network, which has recently achieved a cumulative number of registered accounts of over 50 million globally.

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By accessing PlayStation®Store via PlayStation®3 (PS3®), PlayStation Network users will be able to purchase membership*1 to PlayStation Plus, providing members with new options to expand and enhance their gaming experience and enabling them to gain an exclusive set of features and content. For users' convenience, PlayStation Plus will be available in different subscription options of 30 days (Japan: 500 yen, Asia: HK$38), 90 days (North America: $17.99, Europe: euro 14.99) and 365 days (Japan: 5,000 yen, Asia: HK$233, North America: $49.99, Europe: euro 49.99).

  PlayStation Plus features include*2:
  --  Full game trial*3 - Members will have access to full versions of
      designated PS3® and PlayStation Network titles including PS one®
      Archives (PS one® Classics).  The titles on offer will be available
      for download on PlayStation Store for a stated period and change every
      month.  Members will be able to play the full version of the game for
      a designated period and even after the trial period expires, users
      will be able to continue playing the game by purchasing the game
      on-line*4.
  --  Games - Member will be able to play the full version of designated PS3
      downloadable and PlayStation Network titles including PS one Archives
      (PS one Classics) and minis*5 with no limit of time as long as
      membership is effective.  These games will become available
      exclusively for PlayStation Plus members at no extra cost.
  --  Special content - Content such as avatars and custom themes many of
      which are exclusive will become available for PlayStation Plus members
      at no extra cost.
  --  Discounts - Members will have access to exclusive discounts on
      designated PS3 and PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) titles.  Titles will
      vary every month on PlayStation Store.
  --  Early access - Members will have early access to designated new game
      beta trials, game demos and video content prior to public
      distribution.
  --  Automatic content downloads and updates - PS3 will automatically
      download and install designated game demos and game updates and also
      download the system software update data*6.  PS3 will automatically
      start up at a designated time to download content and will turn off
      after the download has completed.

Since its launch in November 2006, PlayStation Network continues to gain strong support from users around the world.   It offers a broad range of on-line content and services, including on-line gaming, video chat and text messaging with other PS3 users on-line, as well as access to many games, videos and comic content downloadable from PlayStation Store.  Tailored to enhance the experience for PlayStation users, PlayStation Plus will further enrich the PlayStation Network gaming experience.

SCE, with its strong lineup of entertainment content and services on PlayStation Network, will deploy various measures to provide entertainment experience to PlayStation users, and further expand PlayStation platforms.

        PlayStation users can purchase PlayStation Plus membership through
        PlayStation Store on PS3 only.  Users need to install PS3 system
        software version 3.40, which will be released on June 22nd, to enjoy
  *1    PlayStation Plus.
  *2   Content will vary by region.
  *3   Expiration date will vary by content.
        Users will continue to enjoy games with previously saved data.  Any
  *4    trophies earned during the trial will also be unlocked.
  *5   "minis"  are not available in Japan.
        As the install requires users agreement, it will not be installed
  *6    automatically.

  About Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

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

PlayStation, PS3 and PSP are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.  All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

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CONTACT:  Julie Han, Corporate Communications of Sony Computer
Entertainment America, +1-650-655-7454, Julie_Han@playstation.sony.com

Toluna Launches TolunaTopics - Weekly Data-Driven Email Newsletter

WILTON, Conn., June 15 -- Toluna, one of the world's leading online leading independent online panel and survey technology providers, has launched TolunaTopics.  TolunaTopics is a weekly data-driven newsletter which provides a snapshot of interesting factoids gathered from the Toluna 'community.' Previous topics have ranged from "the types of fast food consumers most prefer," to "reactions to the BP oil-spill."  Recipients of the newsletter range from current Toluna customers interested in receiving consumer data, to supplement reporting, to journalists looking for new article ideas.  Recipients can also suggest topics of interest for future TolunaTopics.

  Prior TolunaTopics include:

  Consumer Reactions to the British Petroleum (BP) Oil Spill
  http://www.greenfield.com/html/TolunaTopics/BP/TQS-BP.htm

  Reactions to the Economy and Spending Changes
  http://www.greenfield.com/html/TolunaTopics/Economy/TQS-Economy.htm

  How People are Spending their Vacations this Summer

http://www.greenfield.com/html/TolunaTopics/Summer%20Vacation/TQS-Summer%2 0Vacation.htm

Using Social Networking Websites

http://www.greenfield.com/html/TolunaTopics/Social%20Media/TQS-Social%20Me dia.htm

  Fast Food Preferences
  http://www.greenfield.com/html/TolunaTopics/Burgers/TQS-Burgers.htm

  Reactions to the Iceland Eruption
  http://www.greenfield.com/html/TQS%20data/

Data is gathered by Toluna using its 'community' via QuickSurveys(TM).  Community-members participate in on-site polls on toluna.com, and feedback is gathered in real-time.  Data is gathered from 2,000 respondents and weighted by age, gender, region, education level and annual income.  Clients can also post questions to our online community for a small fee by using QuickSurveys(TM) a DIY web-based survey tool which can be accessed at http://www.tolunapro.com.

Currently, more than 12,000 individuals receive TolunaTopics, many of whom have reused data in some form.

"I look forward each week to receiving TolunaTopics. I enjoy reading a short factoid about current events and what people's opinions and views are of the latest topic, especially when the topics relates to my business." -Current recipient of TolunaTopics.

Enroll to receive TolunaTopics by clicking here, http://greenfield-ciaosurveys.com/html/TolunaTopics.htm

Suggest a topic for our next TolunaTopics by emailing toluna topics@toluna.com.  View prior examples of TolunaTopics here, http://www.greenfield-ciaosurveys.com/html/factoftheweekarchive.htm.

  TolunaTopics are also posted on the company's Social Media websites.
  http://www.facebook.com/pages/Toluna-Group/109369975771044http://twitter.com/TolunaGroup

  About Toluna

Toluna is the world's leading independent online panel and survey technology provider to the global market research industry.  The company provides online sample and survey technology solutions to the world's leading market research agencies, media agencies and corporations, from its 17 offices in Europe, North America and Asia Pacific. In 2009, Toluna welcomed Greenfield Online and Ciao Surveys into the group -  complementing its traditional strengths in Europe and increasing its online sample and delivery capacity in the US, Canada and Asia Pacific.

Unlike other panel providers, Toluna has developed a unique online community approach to the management of its panels. Through the use of web 2.0-based technology it has created the world's first social voting community site toluna.com, focusing on maximizing panelist engagement to offer increased survey responsiveness and data reliability to its clients.

In addition Toluna is enabling organizations to generate valuable customer insight by creating, hosting and managing their own online communities using its software as a service community management solution; PanelPortal .Toluna's portfolio of research technology solutions also include QuickSurveys(TM) an online self-service tool that enables you to ask 1-5 questions and receive 1,000 responses in a few hours, Interactive Voice Response, mobile survey capabilities and BrandSpector(TM)  a new approach to measuring the efficiency and effectiveness of online advertising campaigns using the Toluna online panel.

CONTACT:  Mckenzie Hogan, 203-846-5741

Source: Toluna
   

CONTACT:  Mckenzie Hogan, +1-203-846-5741

Web Site:  http://www.toluna.com/

Parrot AR.Drone: Invasion begins...

The first quadricopter for video games and piloted by Wi-Fi will be available in the U.S. in September under $300.

LOS ANGELES, June 15 -- E3 -- Parrot, leader in wireless peripherals for mobile phones, today unveils at E3 Expo in Los Angeles the final version of the Parrot AR.Drone, a quadricopter using augmented reality and piloted with an iPod touch®, an iPhone® or an iPad(TM).

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With super intuitive handling, Parrot AR.Drone achieves spectacular flights and enables consumers to play video games in augmented reality.

You are piloting a one-of-a-kind quadricopter, where real and virtual worlds meet to offer unparalleled gaming experiences...

The front-camera broadcasts and streams what the drone is seeing onto the iPod touch or iPhone screen; and the image processing allows integrating real-time special effects of augmented reality.

Pattern Ergonomic piloting

With its shaped cockpit driven by four propellers with brushless motors, the Parrot AR.Drone offers excellent maneuverability and stability during piloting.

Parrot AR.Drone generates its own Wi-Fi network (no need for an Internet connection nor a router) at which you simply connect an iPod touch or iPhone. Once the "AR.FreeFlight" application has been downloaded, the iPod touch/iPhone turns into a true piloting station.

  Two piloting modes are available:
  --  Beginner: two tactile piloting buttons to control the accelerometer /
      the direction of the drone and to maneuver.
  --  Ace: expert mode with a single tactile button to pilot the AR.Drone.

Touch the take-off button on the screen of the iPod touch/iPhone and the Parrot AR.Drone starts its engine, takes-off, stabilizes a few feet from the ground and waits for the pilot's instructions.

The player needs to put his/her left thumb on the screen and a control button will position under it. The accelerometer of the iPod touch/iPhone is detecting movements. Parrot AR.Drone moves forward, back or sidewise depending on the inclinations of the iPod touch/iPhone.

Another command button on the right of the iPod touch/iPhone screen enables the pilot to make the AR.Drone rise, go down or rotate.

In Ace mode, a single button enables the pilot to fully control and pilot the AR.Drone.

Touch the landing button and the quadricopter will land and stop its engines.

  A unique high-tech quadricopter

  Parrot AR.Drone is made of carbon fiber and high resistance PA66 plastic.

The heart of the AR.Drone contains MEMS (Micro Electro Mechanicals Systems), three axes accelerometer, two gyrometers [one axe & two axes], one ultrasound sensor and two cameras:

  --  The first camera, located underneath, is connected to an Inertial
      Measurement Unit. Thanks to this unit, the AR.Drone is capable of
      measuring its horizontal speed and performing mind-blowing stationary
      flights. The system of images comparison enables it to compensate
      turbulences due to the wind during outside flights.

These technologies are usually used for professional or military applications and have been adapted to gaming universe for the first time.

  --  The second camera, at the front of the quadricopter, broadcasts and
      streams on the iPod touch/iPhone screen what the drone is seeing as if
      the player was in the pilot's position.

This camera plays a major role for video gaming thanks to the use of form recognition: it enables augmented reality.

For example, the front camera will recognize another AR.Drone in the game battle between two quadricopters, or tags which will turn into obstacles, monsters or robots on the screen of the iPod touch/iPhone.

Video streaming has been enhanced compared to the development version of AR.Drone introduced at CES. Also, the front of the hull has been strengthened to better protect the camera.

The players can choose the camera they prefer or display the two cameras simultaneously on the screen of the iPod touch/iPhone.

New rules for games

With the AR.Drone, Parrot is combining the worlds of video gaming and radio-controlled models.

This one-of-a-kind quadricopter enables consumers to recreate a large number of video games in the real world and also offers a multi-player possibility thanks to augmented reality.

To offer pilots unprecedented gaming experiences, three games will be available for download in the App Store(SM):

  --  AR.FreeFlight
      --  Application that is mandatory to fly and pilot the AR.Drone.
      --  Two piloting modes: beginner or expert.
      --  Downloadable for free on App Store.

  --  AR.Dronegate
      --  Solo game using augmented reality.
      --  Requires the two tags provided in the box.
      --  Story: After the successful downloading of photons, scientists try
          the same experience with matter. The first try is a catastrophe, a
          number of scientists disappear and a black hole forms
          accidentally. This is the "Grey Zone." Military-researchers create
          a radio-commanded device able to bear the extreme conditions of
          the Grey Zone. But since, unexplained attacks occur on the
          facilities.
      --  Mission: Protect your military base and destroy "enemies."
      --  $2.99 USD on App Store.

  --  AR.FlyingAce
      --  Story: For the first time, you will be able to use a
          radio-commanded quadricopter to conduct aerial battles of World
          War II aces proportions.
      --  $2.99 USD on App Store.

  A new look for inside and outside flights

  Parrot AR.Drone is designed for flying inside and outside.

For a flight outside, a shaped hull reduces the area to the wind and offers an extreme maneuverability of the quadricopter.

  Three hulls are available:
  --  orange and yellow
  --  orange and green
  --  orange and blue

These vivid colors enable the pilot to easily follow the movements of his/her AR.Drone. They are also easily recognized by the front-camera of the AR.Drone, which enables the AR.Drone to identify a competitor for two-player battles.

For indoor flight, a specific hull -- with a white, gray and black cockpit -- surrounds and protects the propellers if the AR.Drone hits an obstacle. Stickers, with colors similar to the shaped hull, can be fixed on each arch to enable drone battles inside.

Finally, electroluminescent diodes (green at front, red on the back), are positioned on the landing gear and enable the pilot to easily position his/her AR.Drone for piloting. These diodes also activate and react according to the action from the game.

A community of pilots

Available via http://www.ardrone.com, AR.Drone-Pilot Academy will be a website dedicated to Parrot AR.Drone users and fans.

This website will showcase approximately 20 videos and detailed information on the AR.Drone.

--  Training Zone

This area of the website accompanies the pilot, from the first encounter of the AR.Drone to tips for piloting.

How to prepare your AR.Drone (installation of the battery, configuration Wi-Fi / iPod touch - iPhone...), pilot (control of the accelerometer...), do sophisticated maneuvers (circles, figure-eight, half-turn, slalom, obstacles race...), practice aerial battle (offensive and defensive maneuvers, indoor and outdoor battles...).

--  Community Zone

Here pilots will be able to post their videos, share and discuss on forums, follow AR.Drone news (via Facebook, Twitter...).

An open development platform

Since the introduction at CES 2010, the Software Development Kit, which was updated in May 2010, is available for developers to create games for the AR.Drone. Source code porting on other platforms is also feasible from the SDK.

To date, more than 450 developers around the world have registered on Parrot AR.Drone platform.

The only bounds of the forthcoming games for the AR.Drone are the imagination and ingenuity of the fans of Parrot's quadricopter.

To download the SDK or get more information, visit http://projects.ardrone.org/.

Parrot AR.Drone: a technological first

The development of the AR.Drone required more than four years and the creation of about 20 patents.

  For the first time, a consumer product encompasses:
  --  A quadricopter made of carbon fiber and high resistance PA66 plastic,
      with 4 brushless engines embedded.
  --  An inertial unit with MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems)
      combining video processing with an automatic piloting software to
      ensure a very intuitive piloting of a radio controlled object.
  --  Wi-Fi and video streaming for a modern gaming interface with an iPod
      touch/iPhone.
  --  Images processing software for augmented reality.

Parrot has worked for 15 years on wireless technologies. Engineering is the keystone of the work of Parrot and the R&D department of the company consists of 150 engineers.

Parrot concentrates on the maintenance of its investments in R&D to a high level, with an important focus on the software and the signal processing. Parrot develops complete products in taking care of their use; because of this, software, electronics, design and also manufacturing costs are the daily work of the research department.

Parrot AR.Drone Invasion Plan

Parrot AR.Drone will be available for purchase at selected retailers* in September in the United States for $299 MSRP.

  Availability in Europe and Asia will be announced in the following weeks.

  *For more information, please go to http://www.parrot.com

  About Parrot

Parrot, a global leader in wireless devices for mobile phones, stands on the cutting edge of innovation. The company was founded in 1994 by Henri Seydoux as part of his determination to drive the inevitable breakthrough of mobile phones into everyday life by creating high-quality, user-friendly wireless devices for easy living. Parrot has developed the most extensive range of hands-free systems on the market for cars, motorbikes and scooters, including wireless multimedia products geared towards audiovisual applications. In 2008, Parrot launched a new prestige line of high-end products bearing the hallmark of renowned artists. Parrot, headquartered in Paris, currently employs 450 people worldwide and generates 85% of its sales overseas.

http://www.parrot.com  Euronext Paris - FR0004038263 - PARRO

iPhone and iPod touch are registered trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. iPad is a trademark of Apple Inc.

App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.

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CONTACT:  Vanessa Loury, vanessa.loury@parrot.com, +33 (0)1 48 03 60 58,
+33 (0)6 8656 8133, or Fabien Laxague, fabien.laxague@parrot.com, +33 (0)1 48
03 89 83, +33 (0)6 8090 9759; both of Parrot; Tim Wieland of Airfoil,
parrot@airfoilpr.com, +1-248-304-1414, for Parrot

Web Site:  http://www.parrot.com/

Certified Angus Beef ® brand 'A Click Away' With New Online Service

WOOSTER, Ohio, June 15 -- Steak lovers across the United States can rejoice, as the elite beef thought only to be served at white tablecloth restaurants is now available for doorstep delivery. The Certified Angus Beef ® brand now offers online ordering at http://www.certifiedangusbeef.com/order, making the brand's premium beef - traditional, Prime, and Natural lines - available for beef connoisseurs and gift givers nationwide.

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"For more than 30 years, our premium beef brand has developed a loyal following of consumers demanding its unparalleled taste in the most elite steakhouses and grocery meat cases," explains John Stika, president of Certified Angus Beef LLC. "Online service is the next step in delivering superior beef to customers who can share their passion for steak as the perfect celebratory gift."

The Certified Angus Beef ® brand, which is the only brand of beef owned by the American Angus Association® and its more than 30,000 rancher members, is offering an elite selection of steaks and gourmet frankfurters. Steak selections include tender 8-ounce Certified Angus Beef ® filet mignons, full-flavored 12-ounce Certified Angus Beef ® strip steaks and robust 10-ounce Certified Angus Beef ® ribeyes. All cuts are available in packages of four to six steaks and begin at $74.95.

Also available for consumers: Certified Angus Beef ® brand Prime and Certified Angus Beef ® brand Natural strip steaks and filet mignons. The brand's Prime selections appeal to the most discerning taste buds, with less than 1.5% of steaks qualifying for the elite Prime label. The brand's Natural cuts tout the highest quality and a "never, never, never" commitment - cattle are never given antibiotics, hormones or anything but a vegetarian diet. In addition, both the Prime and Natural lines must meet all of the Certified Angus Beef ® brand's 10 strict quality standards, ensuring consumers enjoy only the best Angus beef.

Each order is fresh frozen, vacuum sealed and covered with a durable polyethylene film to ensure the highest quality before being shipped in a gift box inside in a reusable insulated cooler. For information and ordering, visit http://www.certifiedangusbeef.com/order.

For more than 30 years, the Certified Angus Beef ® brand has been world-famous for its exceptional quality and generous marbling. Ten strict scientific standards ensure each bite is full of mouthwatering flavor, tenderness and juiciness. The Certified Angus Beef ® brand is a cut above USDA Prime, Choice and Select. It is proudly featured by more than 13,600 restaurants and retailers around the globe and is now available online. For more information, visit http://www.certifiedangusbeef.com. Follow the brand on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/CertAngusBeef or become a "Certified Angus Beef ® brand" fan on Facebook.

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CONTACT:  Lindsay Bennett, Lindsayb@lhammond.com, or Michael Hicks,
michaelh@lhammond.com, both of Lou Hammond & Associates, Inc.,
+1-561-655-3836

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

In-Flight Entertainment Soars With Airlines Offering Wi-Fi and the iPad

NEW YORK, June 15 -- CheapOair, a top ten rated online travel agency, is pleased to announce that several of their airline partners now offer in-flight Wi-Fi and the iPad.

Today's traveler is web savvy, often booking cheap flights online and utilizing travel gadgets, iPhones and BlackBerrys. Rarely do travelers, student travelers, or business travelers leave home without some connection to the internet.

CheapOair is proud to be partnered with the airlines listed in the in-flight Wi-Fi category: Gogo In-flight Internet from Aircell LLC, an airline wireless internet provider*. Some airplanes within the following fleets offer wireless: US Airways, AirTran Airways, Virgin America, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Airlines and United Airlines. Other airlines expected to provide Wi-Fi include Continental and Frontier.

Another one of CheapOair's partners, Qantas Airways, is offering passengers the iPad to use during their flights.

CheapOair offers economy class flights under $199 to top domestic destinations like Honolulu, San Francisco, Orlando and New York. CheapOair's Top 25 deals highlights flight deals to domestic and global destinations.

Customers can book flights on the most notable airlines on CheapOair and enjoy Wi-Fi or take the iPad out for a spin.

ABOUT CHEAPOAIR

CheapOair.com is the 7th largest online booking travel site and is a leading supplier of cheap flights, hotels, car rentals and vacation packages. CheapOair offers the best in value with attractive solutions for today's savvy traveler. Their portfolio of products includes over 100 million airfare combinations on over 400 airlines, low airfare guarantees, 85,000 negotiated hotel rates, and the technological foundation to deliver affordable tickets to every region in the world. For CheapOair information, call 866-636-9088 or visit CheapOair.com.

  (NOTE: *Information sourced from online.WSJ.com).

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This release was issued on behalf of the above organization by Send2Press(R), a unit of Neotrope(R). http://www.send2press.com/

Source: CheapOair
   

CONTACT:  Chloe Gallo of 5W Public Relations, +1-212-999-5585,
cgallo@5wpr.com, for CheapOair

Web Site:  http://www.cheapoair.com/

'Me and My Web Shadow' Released in U.S.

Book by iCrossing's Mayfield Helps You Manage Your Online Reputation

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., June 15 -- "Me and My Web Shadow", a new book about personal online reputation management by iCrossing's Antony Mayfield, senior vice president, social media, is available for purchase in the U.S. beginning this week.

Social networking on the Web has vastly increased the amount of personal information available for nearly anyone to see -- from your favorite movies to where you were out drinking the night before. What happens when someone puts your name into Google or Facebook, and how can it be used against you?

While most books give advice about the benefits of social networking and how to use Google, Facebook, and MySpace, "Me and My Web Shadow" by Antony Mayfield is the first book to address how to understand and manage what people see when the look for you online and how to protect your online "shadow."

  "Me and My Web Shadow" helps you to:
  --  Protect yourself against identity theft, account hijacking, and
      cyber-bullying
  --  Create new career and business opportunities by taking part in social
      networks and other online communities
  --  Develop a personal plan for managing your online reputation in social
      networks and beyond
  --  Understand how what's said about you on the Web can affect your
      business

  The book's own Web shadow includes the following:
  --  Website: http://www.meandmywebshadow.com/
  --  Facebook group: http://bit.ly/fbwebshadows
  --  Twitter: http://twitter.com/webshadows

  About iCrossing.

iCrossing is a global digital marketing agency that combines talent and technology to help world-class brands find and connect with their customers. The company blends best-in-class digital marketing services -- including paid search, search engine optimization, Web development, social media, mobile, research and analytics -- to create integrated digital marketing programs that engage consumers and drive ROI. iCrossing's client base includes such recognized brands as Epson America, Toyota, Travelocity and 40 Fortune 500 companies, including The Coca-Cola Company and Office Depot. Headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., the company has 550 employees in 12 offices in the U.S. and Europe.

  CONTACT:
  Dana Mellecker
  Senior Director of Public Relations
  iCrossing
  +1-646-435-4456

Source: iCrossing
   

CONTACT:  Dana Mellecker, Senior Director of Public Relations, iCrossing,
+1-646-435-4456

Web Site:  http://www.icrossing.com/

Activision Unveils New GoldenEye 007(TM) for Wii(TM) at 2010 Electronic Entertainment Exposition

SANTA MONICA, Calif., June 15 -- With eight million copies sold and a legion of passionate fans worldwide, the Nintendo 64 version of GoldenEye defined multiplayer gaming for a generation of gamers in 1997.

Now, a new take on the legendary James Bond adventure arrives with Activision Publishing's (NASDAQ:ATVI) all-new GoldenEye 007(TM), which was unveiled at Nintendo's press briefing, held today during the Electronic Entertainment Exposition (E3) in Los Angeles.

Developed exclusively for Wii(TM) and based on the GoldeneEye film, GoldenEye 007 gives players the chance to use the lethal, gritty style of Daniel Craig's James Bond to outwit, outmaneuver and overtake an arms syndicate that threatens the world in an innovative, modern take on the legendary GoldenEye movie adventure.   The game, which is slated for release this holiday season, is playable in Nintendo's booth in the West Hall, #5407.

"GoldenEye for the N64 was one of the most acclaimed games and fans regularly cite it as one of the most influential and important titles in history," said David Pokress, Head of Marketing for Licensed Properties, Activision Publishing.  "We're thrilled to bring the new GoldenEye 007 to gamers around the world as an all-new adventure that seamlessly integrates nostalgic GoldenEye movie moments with innovative FPS gameplay and unique multiplayer action that is unrivaled on the platform."

GoldenEye 007 features an unprecedented lineup of four-player split-screen MP options that encourage social gaming, including 40 total characters, 8 classic Bond characters, 5 maps, 3 standard modes and 16 special modifiers that allow gamers to create hundreds of game combinations. GoldenEye 007 also features online multiplayer for up to 8 players designed for seasoned FPS online gamers with unique modes and a robust XP system for unlockables and achievements.  GoldenEye 007 also supports the Classic Controller Pro(TM) for gamers who want to play with standard FPS controls and the Wii Zapper(TM) for "point and shoot" gamers; players will have several control scheme options, allowing them to experience GoldenEye 007 on Wii any way they want.

The GoldenEye 007 video game is developed by Eurocom under license from EON Productions Ltd and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. (MGM). For more information about the game, visit http://www.goldeneyegame.com.

About Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Inc.

Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Inc., through its operating subsidiaries, is actively engaged in the worldwide production and distribution of motion pictures, television programming, home video, interactive media, music and licensed merchandise.  The company owns the world's largest library of modern films, comprising around 4,100 titles.  Operating units include Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc., Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures Inc., United Artists Films Inc., Ventanazul, MGM Television Entertainment Inc., MGM Networks Inc., MGM Domestic Networks LLC, MGM Distribution Co, MGM International Television Distribution In, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Home Entertainment LLC, MGM ON STAGE, MGM Music, MGM Worldwide Digital Media, MGM Consumer Products and MGM Interactive.  In addition, MGM has ownership interests in international TV channels reaching nearly 120 countries.  MGM ownership is as follows:  Providence Equity Partners (29%), TPG (21%), Sony Corporation of America (20%), Comcast (20%), DLJ Merchant Banking Partners (7%) and Quadrangle Group (3%).  For more information, visit http://www.mgm.com.

About EON Productions/Danjaq, LLC

EON Productions have produced twenty two James Bond films since 1962.  In 1995, Michael G Wilson and Barbara Broccoli took over the 007 franchise from Albert R 'Cubby' Broccoli and are responsible for producing some of the most successful James Bond films ever, including CASINO ROYALE and more recently QUANTUM OF SOLACE.  The James Bond franchise is the longest running in film history.  EON Productions and Danjaq LLC are affiliate companies and control all worldwide merchandising for James Bond.

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, rapid changes in technology, industry standards and consumer preferences, protection of proprietary rights, litigation against Activision Publishing, maintenance of relationships with key personnel, customers, licensees, licensors, vendors and third-party developers, 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, integration of recent acquisitions and the identification of suitable future acquisition opportunities, and the other factors identified in the risk factors section 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.

GoldenEye 007 © 2010 Danjaq, LLC and United Artists Corporation.  007 and related James Bond trademarks © 1962 - 2010 Danjaq, LLC and United Artists Corporation. 007(TM) and related James Bond trademarks are trademarks of Danjaq, LLC and licensed by EON.  Activision is a registered trademark of Activision Publishing, Inc.  All other trademarks and trade names are the properties of their respective owners.  All rights reserved.

Source: Activision Publishing, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Kyle Walker, Senior Publicist of Activision, Inc.,
+1-424-744-5677, kyle.walker@activision.com

Web Site:  http://www.activision.com/
http://www.goldeneyegame.com/
http://www.mgm.com/

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Square Enix Announces New Titles for Nintendo 3DS

LOS ANGELES, June 15 -- Square Enix Co., Ltd. (SQUARE ENIX) announced today exclusive new titles for Nintendo 3DS (tentative product name).

KINGDOM HEARTS 3D (tentative title), which today premiered globally along with never-before-seen footage, is the newest project from the hit series that has shipped over 15 million units worldwide. CHOCOBO® RACING 3D (tentative title) is a racing game featuring the ever-popular Chocobo, a familiar face from the acclaimed FINAL FANTASY® and CHOCOBO series, and is a title in which the speed and intensity of racing can be felt full-force through 3D visuals.

In addition, Square Enix has also confirmed their plans to develop Nintendo 3DS (tentative product name) titles from both the DRAGON QUEST® and FINAL FANTASY series.

Square Enix will continue to deliver a variety of contents to a global audience.

  Title             : KINGDOM HEARTS 3D (tentative title)
  Platform          : Nintendo 3DS (tentative product name)
  Genre             : RPG
  Release Date      : TBD
  Suggested
   Retail Price     : TBD
  ESRB              : RP (Rating Pending)
  Copyright         : (C) Disney. Developed by SQUARE ENIX

  Title             : CHOCOBO RACING 3D (tentative title)
  Platform          : Nintendo 3DS (tentative product name)
  Genre             : Racing
  Release Date      : TBD
  Suggested
   Retail Price     : TBD
  ESRB              : RP (Rating Pending)
  Copyright         : (C) SQUARE ENIX CO., LTD. All rights reserved.

  About Square Enix, Co., Ltd.

Square Enix Co., Ltd. (Square Enix), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd., with headquarters in Tokyo, Japan, develops, publishes and distributes entertainment content including interactive entertainment software and publications in Asia, North America and Europe. Square Enix brings two of Japan's best-selling franchises - FINAL FANTASY, which has sold over 97 million units worldwide, and DRAGON QUEST, which has sold over 54 million units worldwide - under one roof. Square Enix is one of the most influential providers of digital entertainment content in the world and continues to push the boundaries of creativity and innovation. More information on Square Enix can be found at http://www.square-enix.com/.

Nintendo trademarks used under license

DRAGON QUEST, FINAL FANTASY, SQUARE ENIX and the SQUARE ENIX logo are registered trademarks of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. in the United States and/or other countries. CHOCOBO and CHOCOBO RACING are registered trademarks of Square Enix Co., Ltd. in the United States and/or other countries.

*Note for Editors: Please see separate announcements on KINGDOM HEARTS 3D (tentative title) and CHOCOBO® RACING 3D (tentative title).

Source: Square Enix Co., Ltd.
   

CONTACT:  Square Enix, Inc., +1-310-846-0400, na.pr@square-enix.com

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