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Panasonic Introduces World's Smallest and Lightest* Digital Interchangeable Fisheye Lens for LUMIX G-Series

Compact and Lightweight Lens Features 180-Degree Diagonal Angle View

SECAUCUS, N.J., June 1 -- Today, Panasonic introduced the LUMIX G Fisheye 8mm/F3.5 lens, the H-F008, with a 35mm camera equivalent 16mm lens, the world's smallest and lightest* digital interchangeable fisheye lens compatible with the LUMIX G Series, DSL Micro (DSLM) cameras.

Featuring a 180-degree diagonal angle view, the LUMIX G Fisheye 8mm/F3.5 lens offers a distinctive perspective and unique deformation effect, creating a creative view for both photos and video. Additionally, its compact size can be attributed to its ten lenses in nine groups, which takes advantage of the Micro Four Thirds system standard to achieve dramatic downsizing.

"The addition of this lightweight LUMIX fisheye lens gives photographers of all levels the ability to enjoy a range of photo-taking possibilities and expand their creativity," said Darin Pepple, Senior Product Manager, Imaging, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company. "This lens is not only extremely compact, making it easy to carry, but it allows for photos and videos to be made both up close and from far away - while capturing truly creative images."

The adoption of an ED (Extra-low dispersion glass) lens achieves a stable, descriptive performance at all distances, to minimize chromatic aberration and distortion. The LUMIX G Fisheye 8mm lens has the ability to capture extreme close-ups from far away, due in part to its advanced inner focus system.

The H-F008, Fisheye 8mm lens allows for use of the high-speed and accurate contrast AF system when mounted on the Panasonic LUMIX G Series DSLM cameras, for more comfortable and enjoyable shooting. Seven blades give the aperture a rounded shape that produces an attractively smooth effect in out-of-focus areas when shooting at larger aperture settings. The inclusion of a stepping motor allows for smooth and silent focusing in both photo and movie recording modes.

Pricing and availability for the LUMIX G Fisheye 8mm/F3.5, the H-F008, lens will be announced 30 days prior to shipping. For more information on Panasonic's LUMIX G Micro System accessories and lenses and to learn more about the Panasonic LUMIX G Series of DSLM cameras, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/lumix.

  *For a digital interchangeable fisheye lens as of June 1, 2010.

  About Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company

Based in Secaucus, N.J., Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (PCEC), is a Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America, the principal North American subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation (NYSE:PC) and the hub of Panasonic's U.S. marketing, sales, service and R&D operations.  In its commitment to provide consumers with extensive imaging resources, Panasonic LUMIX established the Digital Photo Academy, a series of nationwide workshops designed to instruct consumers how to optimize the features on their digital cameras and produce high-quality photos. Panasonic is pledged to practice prudent, sustainable use of the earth's natural resources and protect our environment through the company's Eco Ideas programs. Company information for journalists is available at http://www.panasonic.com/pressroom.

For more than 20 years, Panasonic has been proud to support the Olympic Movement as an Official Worldwide Olympic Partner in the Audio and Visual Equipment category and, beginning in 2009, in the Digital Imaging category as well. Panasonic has also renewed its partnership with the International Olympic Committee for an additional eight years through the 2016 Summer Games. For more information, visit http://panasonic.net/olympic/.

Source: Panasonic
   

CONTACT:  MeeJin Annan-Brady (Panasonic), +1-201-392-6124,
annan-bradym@us.panasonic.com; or Blayne Murphy (Cohn & Wolfe),
+1-212-798-9763, blayne.murphy@cohnwolfe.com

Web Site:  http://www.panasonic.com/

Panasonic Unveils the Ultimate Slim and Stylish Hybrid LUMIX Digital Camera That Shoots HD Video

New LUMIX FX75 Records AVCHD Lite HD Video and Features a 24mm Wide-Angle, Bright Leica Lens to Capture High-Quality Still Photos

SECAUCUS, N.J., June 1 -- Panasonic announced today the new LUMIX DMC-FX75, a super-slim digital camera that packs big features, including a 24mm ultra-wide-angle F2.2 bright LEICA DC VARIO-SUMMICRON lens with 5x optical zoom, which  can be used while shooting High Definition video. The slim and stylish LUMIX FX75, a 14.1-megapixel digital camera is one of Panasonic's high-performing hybrid models with the ability to not only take high-quality still photos, but can also record HD video in the AVCHD Lite format.

"The Panasonic LUMIX FX75's 24mm ultra-wide-angle lens is a rare feature to have on a compact camera - especially one this small, so we are packing a lot of value and quality into this slim and stylish digital camera," said David Briganti, Senior Product Manager, Imaging, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company. "Most consumers value the benefits of a long zoom, but understanding the importance of a wide-angle isn't as known. With a 24mm ultra-wide angle like the one on the LUMIX FX75, photographers have a wider range of composition possibilities with approximately 213% larger viewing space compared to that of a 35mm camera."

The LUMIX FX75 can record HD video in the AVCHD Lite format, which allows almost double the recording time in HD quality compared with the conventional Motion JPEG format.  When recording in AVCHD Lite, the content is perfect for viewing on an HDTV, like a Panasonic VIERA Plasma.  To complement the high-quality video, the LUMIX FX75 also features Dolby Digital Creator to record high quality audio. For those users who are recording HD video to view on a computer screen, they also have the option to record in Motion JPEG, as well as WVGA (848x480) and VGA (640x480).

The LUMIX FX75 adopts full touch-screen operation, which allows for Auto Focus (AF) to quickly be set to the subject by simply touching the large 3.0-inch 230,000-dot LCD. Also, the user can click onto a subject with a single touch, and the FX75 then tracks the subject with the AF tracking feature - even when moving. The touch-screen operation is fluid and smooth - whether in record or playback mode.  While recording, once the frame is composed, users can simply touch the area they want focused before pressing the shutter button. In playback mode, users can drag the image across the screen with their finger to browse the collection of photos, as though it is a page in a book.

Panasonic's iA (Intelligent Auto) mode, a hallmark on all LUMIX digital cameras, is further advanced in the LUMIX FX75 with the addition of a new Motion Deblur mode*(1)  by updating the motion detection (Intelligent ISO Control) and brightness control (Intelligent Exposure) to gain the highest shutter speed possible. Combined with the outstanding brightness of the lens and the POWER O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer), the LUMIX FX75 reduces blur created from handshake or the subject moving. The iA suite of technologies include: POWER O.I.S., Face Recognition, Face Detection, AF Tracking, Intelligent ISO Control, Intelligent Scene Selector and Intelligent Exposure - all which are engaged when in the iA mode.  Panasonic's iA is also available while shooting video and include: AF Tracking, POWER O.I.S., Face Detection and Intelligent Scene Selector.

The Panasonic LUMIX FX75 features the Venus Engine HD II image processor, which helps assure superb image quality in both photo and video recording. It also incorporates Intelligent Resolution technology to perform the optimum signal processing based on the part of a picture to give a whole image outstanding, natural clearness with fine details.  At the same time, the multi-task image-processing engine Venus Engine HD II supports a super-fast response time. The shutter release lag time is as short as approximately 0.005 of a second in 1-area AF, and the camera's quick response makes it easier to capture sudden, spur-of-the-moment photo opportunities together with the Sonic Speed AF.

With the Intelligent Resolution technology, three areas - outlines, detailed texture areas and soft gradation - are examined pixel by pixel and automatically detected to enhance any degradation created during the digital zoom process or in high-sensitivity shooting. The outline areas are enhanced effectively to give the edges more clarity, while simultaneously giving a moderate accent to the textured areas so they look accurately detailed. To soften gradation areas, such as a face, the increased noise reduction system of the Venus Engine HD II is applied to make it appear smoother.  As a result of Intelligent Resolution, images are naturally clear and crisp in both photo and video recording.  The Intelligent Resolution technology powers Panasonic's new Intelligent Zoom feature, which extends the camera's zoom ratio by approximately 1.3x while maintaining picture quality - and enhancing the digital zoom and making it comparable to the quality of an optical zoom. With Intelligent Zoom, the Panasonic FX75 can reach up to 6.5x.

  Other features include:
  --  Cosmetic Mode - takes portraits with the user's favorite skin tone
      (soft skin, natural skin, summer look) and can add a degree of
      transparency of skin detail (low, standard, high), making it possible
      to take portraits with different skin tones, for example, look more
      sun-tanned.
  --  Happy Mode - option in iA that optimizes color, saturation and
      brightness to make both photos and movies more vivid and true to the
      color of the scene you memorized.
  --  Battery Life - the high performance Venus Engine HD II is also more
      energy efficient compared with the conventional Venus Engine HD,
      extending the battery life up to 360 shots (CIPA) on a single charge.

Pricing and availability for the Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FX75 will be announced 30 days prior to shipping date.  For more information on these LUMIX models, please visit: http://www.panasonic.com/lumix.

  *(1)The picture size may be reduced.

  *Leica is a registered trademark of Leica Microsystems IR GmbH.

*The LEICA DC VARIO-SUMMICRON lenses are manufactured using measurement instruments and quality assurance systems that have been certified by Leica Camera AG based on the company's quality standards.

*Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

*HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

*YouTube is a trademark of Google Inc.

*All other company and product names are trademarks of their respective corporations.

*This unit is compatible with both SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Cards. You can only use SDHC Memory Cards on devices that are compatible with them. You cannot use SDHC Memory Cards on devices that are only compatible with SD Memory Cards. (When using an SDHC Memory Card on another device, be sure to read the operating instructions for that device.)

*Some accessories are not available in some countries.

*The use of recorded or printed materials that are protected by copyright for any purpose other than personal enjoyment is prohibited, as it would infringe upon the rights of the copyright holder.

  *Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

  About Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company

Based in Secaucus, N.J., Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (PCEC), is a Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America, the principal North American subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation (NYSE:PC) and the hub of Panasonic's U.S. marketing, sales, service and R&D operations.  In its commitment to provide consumers with extensive imaging resources, Panasonic LUMIX established the Digital Photo Academy, a series of nationwide workshops designed to instruct consumers how to optimize the features on their digital cameras and produce high-quality photos. Panasonic is pledged to practice prudent, sustainable use of the earth's natural resources and protect our environment through the company's Eco Ideas programs. Company information for journalists is available at http://www.panasonic.com/pressroom.

For more than 20 years, Panasonic has been proud to support the Olympic Movement as an Official Worldwide Olympic Partner in the Audio and Visual Equipment category and, beginning in 2009, in the Digital Imaging category as well. Panasonic has also renewed its partnership with the International Olympic Committee for an additional eight years through the 2016 Summer Games. For more information, visit http://panasonic.net/olympic/.

Source: Panasonic
   

CONTACT:  MeeJin Annan-Brady (Panasonic), +1-201-392-6124,
annan-bradym@us.panasonic.com; or Blayne Murphy (Cohn & Wolfe),
+1-212-798-9763, blayne.murphy@cohnwolfe.com

Web Site:  http://www.panasonic.com/

Pretec Releases World's 1st USB 3.0 Card Reader, 128GB CFast Hypersonic, Fastest 64GB SDXC, & Award-Winning Design Flash Products

'Cool Memories, Ultimate in Style & Speed'

TAIPEI, Taiwan, June 1 -- Pretec, the leader of the highest capacity (128GB) CF card, fastest CF card(667X), and first SDXC card in the world, offers a full series of innovative products of "Cool Memories, the Ultimate in Style & Speed," including CFast "Hypersonic," USB3.0 High-Speed Multi-Card Reader, 64GB video grade SDXC and many award-accredited USB flash products at Pretec booth at Computex Taipei 2010 (TWTC Nangang Exhibition Hall, Lower Exhibition Hall booth J317a). For more info: http://www.virtualpressoffice.com/public/kit/PTIGlobalCOMPUTEXTAIPEI2010

Faster and Bigger CFast Storage Card From Pretec Reaches 128GB

The patent pending Pretec's 2nd generation CFast "Hypersonic series" has reached the unparalleled speed, capacity and reliability. With the sequential performance up to 250MB/s in read, 110MB/s in write speed and dimension measured only 36mmx43mmx5.0mm, CFast Hypersonic is the smallest and fastest SATA II SSD in the world. Available in capacities from 16GB to 128GB, Pretec CFast Hypersonic is the highest capacity CFast in the world. Pretec also offers CFast host connector and CFast to standard SATA adapter, so customers can evaluate or design-in CFast with ease. Pretec CFast Hypersonic will start sampling in June, with mass production scheduled by July of 2010.

Pretec Releases World's 1st USB 3.0 Card Reader

P240 USB3.0 High-Speed Multi-Card Reader is the 1st USB3.0 card reader in the world supporting high-performance SDXC, CF and other major memory cards. Pretec ExpressCard CF card reader and Pretec ExpressCard SD/SDXC card reader are the fastest card readers in the world capable of transferring data in the range of 100MB/s. The ultra high performance allows user applications to demand a higher performance connection between PC and increasingly sophisticated peripherals. Pretec P240 USB3.0 Multi-Card reader will start sampling by next month, with mass production scheduled in August.

Pretec Releases 2nd Generation SDXC 64GB

The new Class 16 HD video grade SDXC 64GB card and SDHC Waterproof card will enhance the sustained write speed to be more than 16MB/s, the fastest of any SD cards in the world in the range of Class 16. Available from 32GB ~ 64GB, Pretec SDXC Class 16 card will be the fastest in the flash industry while the 64GB SDHC/SDXC card is the highest capacity in the world so far. Pretec SDHC/SDXC Class 16 64GB will start sampling by next month. To further enhance the reliability and full protection of the precious memories stored in the SD cards, an upgradable Photo Recovery tool preloaded in the cards adds up to the high speed and security of this card, making Pretec Class 16 series the finest SDHC/SDXC cards to satisfy customers who aim at the highest achievements.

Design Competition and Pretec's Winner of Taiwan Excellence Award Series

A full lineup of award accredited products and winning design works of "Backpacker USB Flash Drive" will be shown at Computex to continue its history of stylish design. i-Disk Backpacker USB flash drive, whose white body opens a door to many possibilities of imagination or transformation of varieties of color and patterns, is part of the theme of  "Cool Memories, the Ultimate in Style & Speed". Pretec is actively participating in the design field by hosting "i-Disk Backpacker Design Competition," which successfully attracted many of Taiwan's best design school students to create their own dream Backpacker.

The patent-pending i-Disk Lock- winner of Taiwan Excellence Award and the Golden Pin Design Award, is a USB flash drive that keeps your data safe inside out. With its special hook design which cleverly conceal the USB connector section while moving the hook, i-Disk Lock can be easily hooked in a purse, bag etc.

Another winner of the Taiwan Excellence Award is Pretec H220 Intellicable(TM), the next-generation internet connection device for notebooks featuring instant 3G connection through a mobile phone. Extending the flash memory applications beyond storage to mobile data communication, Pretec H220 Intellicable(TM) is the simplest and fastest way to get internet connection using a cell phone with no setup required, by simply plugging it to the USB port of your computer and mini-USB (or micro-USB) port of your mobile phone.

Adding on the Pretec design gallery, i-Disk BiBi and Plug2Go Smart Card Drive are both winners of the Golden Pin Design Award, the leading design award in Taiwan. The patented i-Disk BiBi multi-function USB flash drive features built-in whistle, in which sometimes might be life-saving, to the storage of your digital life, excellent for the application of mobile data storage combined with disaster preparation demand.

Combined with stylish design and innovative technology, the patent-pending Plug2Go Smart Card Drive is the thinnest USB flash drive and smart card drive in the world. With an internal memory of up to 4GB, Plug2Go provides sufficient build-in storage space while it reads/writes microSD/microSDHC/M2 memory cards and Smart Cards in a credit card sized shape with build-in USB cable.

About Pretec

Pretec(TM) (http://www.pretec.com/) offers a complete spectrum of small form factor memory cards and readers such as CF, SD/MMC, USB Flash Drive, and wireless communication devices for digital imaging, mobile communication, and industrial flash markets. As the 2nd company in the world to offer CF cards since 1995 and the company to create CF I/O and SD I/O cards since 1998, Pretec has consistently demonstrated the Largest capacity flash cards in the world: such as CF 3GB, 6GB, 12GB, 16GB, 24GB, 48GB, 64GB, 100GB and SD 4GB, SDHC 8GB 16GB 32GB; the fastest flash card in the world: such as CF 667X, world's 1st CFast Storage Card, word's 1st SDXC card, and USB 266X. With more than 200 patents granted or filed, Pretec has also been offering the smallest USB flash drive in the world with unique technology: such as i-Disk Tiny ("Best Gear of 2003" by TIME Magazine) and i-Disk Diamond; the most reliable flash card in the world: such as rugged PCMCIA, rugged CF card, and i-Disk Bulletproof, a water-proof, fire-proof, and bullet-proof USB flash drive. Pretec's i-Disk BiBi USB flash drive, Plug2Go Smart Card Drive and Intellicable(TM) were respectively winners of Taiwan Excellence Award 2009 and Golden Pin Design Mark for their unique function and style.

Website:  http://www.pretec.com/

Source: Pretec
   

CONTACT:  Worldwide, info@pretec.com, or Pretec_marketing@pretec.com; or
PR & Marketing, Franny Yeh, +886-2-2659-4380 Ext. 5060, Fax: +886-2-2659-4390,
frannyy@c1tech.com.tw, or frannyy@pretec.com

Web Site:  http://www.pretec.com/

Microsoft Outlines Business Opportunities for Hardware Makers Across Windows Platform

Guggenheimer announces Windows Embedded Compact 7 community technology preview for manufacturers of consumer and enterprise devices.

TAIPEI, Taiwan, May 31 -- During a keynote address tomorrow at COMPUTEX TAIPEI, Steve Guggenheimer, corporate vice president of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Division at Microsoft Corp., will outline how the company continues to deliver expanded partner opportunities to support rich and connected experiences. Product demonstrations will showcase the diversity and breadth of devices supported across the Windows platform, including desktop PCs, smartphones, netbooks, laptops, tablets, slates, game consoles, set-top boxes and servers. He will also discuss the enthusiastic response from partners and the larger market to the latest version of the Windows operating system, Windows 7. Since its launch this past October, more than 100 million licenses have been sold, making it the fastest-selling operating system in history.

(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20000822/MSFTLOGO )

As part of this effort to deliver richer customer experiences across a variety of scenarios, Microsoft will unveil the public community technology preview (CTP) for Windows Embedded Compact 7, the next generation of Microsoft's widely used Windows Embedded Compact platform for hardware manufacturers of specialized devices. With a $9.5 billion annual investment in research and development, Microsoft is committed to continued innovation and bringing new products to market that meet the needs of customers.

"The Windows platform creates tangible opportunities for our hardware partners to diversify their product portfolios and deliver rich computing experiences across a broad range of devices," Guggenheimer said. "The Windows Embedded Compact 7 toolkit will allow for richer customer experiences on a variety of specialized devices. We look forward to continued collaboration with our hardware partners to bring the very best experiences to customers worldwide."

Windows Embedded Compact 7

During the keynote address, Guggenheimer will demonstrate how specialized devices built on Windows Embedded Compact 7 will be able to provide immersive multimedia user experiences for consumers and businesses and offer seamless connectivity to PCs running Windows 7, servers and online services, as well as simplified access to corporate information for enterprise users. New technologies in Windows Embedded Compact 7 will provide developers and designers with powerful tools and a streamlined development experience to build compelling devices quickly and easily, while also providing customized and branded experiences.

Additional features and capabilities of Windows Embedded Compact 7 include the following:

  --  Rich and connected experiences for consumers. Windows Embedded Compact
      7 gives consumers the ability to share and manage content across
      networked devices with Digital Living Network Alliance, such as new
      HDTVs, and a new media library.
  --  Simplified access to information for enterprise users. Windows
      Embedded Compact 7 makes it easier to connect to corporate e-mail,
      calendar and contacts over enterprise networks through Microsoft
      AirSync and Microsoft Exchange, as well as to Microsoft Office and
      Adobe PDF viewers to access important documents, and to Windows 7
      Device Stage to transfer data and media between PCs and devices.
  --  Resources for hardware manufacturers and developers. Windows Embedded
      Compact 7 provides resources to help bring high-performing, highly
      reliable and differentiated specialty devices to market quicker with
      support for multicore and the latest asset relationship
      management-based architecture and tools, including Platform Builder,
      Visual Studio, Expression Blend and Silverlight for Windows Embedded.

The Windows Embedded Compact 7 CTP is available now for developers at http://www.windowsembedded.com/compact7. The platform is expected to be released to manufacturing in the fourth quarter of this year.

During the keynote, Guggenheimer will also outline how hardware manufacturers can take advantage of the next wave of Microsoft products, including Windows 7, Windows Embedded Compact 7, Windows Live Messenger, Windows® Phone 7, Windows Server and Microsoft Office 2010, to deliver unique and compelling experiences across multiple devices and screens. He will demonstrate the power of Microsoft software on devices from smartphones to TVs and everything in between; Windows Live as a cloud service working across devices for a seamless, interactive experience; exciting developments on Windows-based slate devices; and a variety of scenarios highlighting the customer benefits of Microsoft's deep collaboration with hardware manufacturers.

Highlights from Guggenheimer's keynote -- including demos, video excerpts and a transcript -- and more detailed information on Windows Embedded Compact 7 will be available by visiting the Windows Embedded Newsroom at http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/presskits/embedded/default.aspx or by following http://twitter.com/MSFTWEB for updates.

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

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AP Archive: http://photoarchive.ap.org/
PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com
Source: Microsoft Corp.
   

CONTACT:  Jacob Grimm, Weber Shandwick for Windows Embedded,
+1-212-445-8030, jgrimm@webershandwick.com

Web Site:  http://www.microsoft.com/

Qualcomm Ships First Dual-CPU Snapdragon Chipset

Third-generation Snapdragon Solutions Feature Two Application Processor Cores Running up to 1.2 GHz to Enable Advanced Smartphones

TAIPEI, Taiwan, June 1 -- Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ:QCOM), a leading developer and innovator of wireless technologies, products and services, today announced the Company has sampled its first dual-CPU Snapdragon(TM) chipsets.  The Mobile Station Modem(TM) (MSM(TM)) MSM8260(TM) and MSM8660(TM) solutions integrate two of the Company's enhanced cores running at up to 1.2GHz.  Targeted at enabling high-end smartphones, the MSM8x60 solutions are third-generation chipsets from the Company's expanded Snapdragon platform, which has been powering smartphones, tablets and smartbook devices in markets around the world.

"Qualcomm's first-generation Snapdragon chipsets set a new standard for advanced smartphones and smartbook devices, and our second-generation solutions are already shipping in volume," said Steve Mollenkopf, executive vice president of Qualcomm and president of Qualcomm CDMA Technologies.  "We are very excited by the innovation our customers are already showing as they begin designing products based on our dual-core MSM8260 and MSM8660 chipsets."

The MSM8260 for HSPA+ and MSM8660 for multi-mode HSPA+/CDMA2000® 1xEV-DO Rev. B feature two enhanced CPU cores running at up to 1.2GHz for high levels of Web application and multimedia performance, including a powerful GPU with 3D/2D acceleration engines for Open GLES 2.0 and Open VG 1.1 accelration, 1080p video encode/decode, dedicated low power audio engine, integrated low power GPS, and support for 24-bit WXGA 1280 x 800 resolution displays.

  Qualcomm's Snapdragon family of chipset solutions includes:
  --  First-generation products: QSD8x50(TM) with 1GHz enhanced core
  --  Second-generation products: MSM8x55(TM) and QSD8x50A(TM) with 1GHz
      enhanced core, including multimedia optimizations and 1.3GHz enhanced
      core, respectively
  --  Third-generation products: MSM8260, MSM8660 and QSD8672 with dual-CPU
      architecture featuring enhanced cores running at up to 1.2GHz and
      1.5GHz, respectively

Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ:QCOM) is a leader in developing and delivering innovative digital wireless communications products and services based on CDMA and other advanced technologies.  Headquartered in San Diego, Calif., Qualcomm is included in the S&P 100 Index, the S&P 500 Index and is a 2010 FORTUNE 500 company. For more information, please visit Qualcomm around the Web:

  http://www.qualcomm.com
  Blog: http://www.qualcomm.com/blog
  Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/qualcomm
  Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/qualcomm
  .

Except for the historical information contained herein, this news release contains forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, including the Company's ability to successfully design and have manufactured significant quantities of ASIC components on a timely and profitable basis, change in economic conditions of the various markets the Company serves, as well as the other risks detailed from time to time in the Company's SEC reports, including the report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 27, 2009, and most recent Form 10-Q.

Qualcomm is a registered trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated.  Mobile Station Modem , MSM, MSM8260, MSM8660, MSM8x55, QSD8x50, QSD8x50A, and Snapdragon are  trademarks of Qualcomm Incorporated.  CDMA2000 is a registered trademark of the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA USA).  All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

In the territory of the Federal Republic of Germany, the use of the term "Smartbook" in connection with portable computers is reserved exclusively to Smartbook AG, Germany.

  Qualcomm Contacts:
  Kira Lee Golin, Qualcomm CDMA Technologies
  Phone:  1-858-651-1554
  Email:  qctpublicrelations@qualcomm.com

  Tina Asmar, Corporate Communications
  Phone:  1-858-845-5959
  Email:  corpcomm@qualcomm.com

  Warren Kneeshaw, Investor Relations
  Phone:  1-858-658-4813
  Email:  ir@qualcomm.com

Source: Qualcomm Incorporated
   

CONTACT:  Kira Lee Golin, Qualcomm CDMA Technologies, +1-858-651-1554,
qctpublicrelations@qualcomm.com, or Tina Asmar, Corporate Communications,
+1-858-845-5959, corpcomm@qualcomm.com, or Warren Kneeshaw, Investor
Relations, +1-858-658-4813, ir@qualcomm.com

Web Site:  http://www.qualcomm.com/

Synaptics Demonstrates ClickPad(TM) and Gesture Innovations at COMPUTEX

More Intuitive Features Enable an Exciting and Productive PC Experience

TAIPEI, Taiwan, May 31 -- Expanding its market-winning TouchPad(TM) family of solutions, Synaptics Inc. (NASDAQ: SYNA), a leading developer of human interface solutions for mobile computing, communications, and entertainment devices, is demonstrating several industry firsts at COMPUTEX 2010. The newest touch technologies bring a broad range of customization and usage models to PC OEMs, application developers, and consumers.

Synaptics is showing the first, fully capable, multi-finger PC TouchPad-IS(TM) family of products, which can accurately recognize four-finger gestures (the PS/2 interface maximum), based on Synaptics' new Image Sensing Technology. The new TouchPad-IS platform, found in the Series 3 TouchPad's and ClickPads, also demonstrate SYNAPTICS | SmartSense(TM) technology, which prevents accidental activation of the cursor when a user's palm unintentionally contacts the TouchPad. This latest TouchPad development brings multi-finger capabilities of a touchscreen right onto the PC TouchPad.

Building on its ClickPad(TM) product launched at COMPUTEX 2009, Synaptics is demonstrating SYNAPTICS | ClickEQ(TM), the industry's first hinge-less uniform force, uniform click depth ClickPad mechanical design, which makes it easier for users to activate typical "button" actions. Addressing the exacting demands of smaller and standard notebook PC form factors, ClickPad eliminates the need for physical buttons -- the TouchPad is the button -- and provides a larger area for gestures.

In addition, the new Synaptics ClickPad features ClickSmart(TM) technology, which enables users to control the left and right button commands on their ClickPad universally. Users and OEMs are not burdened with having to select click usage behaviors. ClickSmart provides a new "universal" support mode that accommodates both traditional and modern user click behaviors.

"Both content creation and consumption on the notebook PC are quickly evolving, and we continue to develop TouchPad technology that helps our OEM customers to differentiate their products and stay ahead," said Mark Vena, vice president of Synaptics' PC business unit. "With our strong leadership position in the notebook TouchPad space, Synaptics' solutions have been exposed to a wide range of business and consumer usage models -- giving us an expert perspective on how to shape human interfaces for consumer electronics."

Instrumental in the new Series 3 TouchPad family, are new gesture capabilities in the SYNAPTICS | Gesture Suite(TM) (SGS(TM)) and updated SYNAPTICS | Scrybe(TM) gesture workflow technology. A user-profiles feature is included that lets TouchPad users store their preferred settings and allows OEMs to offer recommended settings, which eases customer support. Additionally, new OEM customization capabilities for Synaptics gesture workflow technology, Scrybe (http://www.uscrybe.com), will be previewed.

"Together, the Synaptics Series 3 TouchPad Family with the latest gesture technologies provide OEMs and application developers the most flexibility and differentiation in notebook PC designs, and give users more control over the way they navigate documents, music, videos, and the Internet," said Ted Theocheung, Synaptics general manager of PC and digital home ecosystem. "A new API extends enhanced gesture technology into rich touch experiences for OEM and application developer solutions."

Synaptics will demonstrate these new products during COMPUTEX at the Grand Hyatt Taipei, Suite 1010, by appointment only. To arrange for a demonstration, contact Niamh Conlon at nconlon@synaptics.com.

About Synaptics

Synaptics (NASDAQ:SYNA) is a leading developer of human interface solutions for the mobile computing, communications, and entertainment industries. The company creates interface solutions for a variety of devices including notebook PCs, PC peripherals, digital music players, and mobile phones. The TouchPad(TM), Synaptics' flagship product, is integrated into a majority of today's notebook computers. Consumer electronics and computing manufacturers use Synaptics' solutions to enrich the interaction between humans and intelligent devices through improved usability, functionality, and industrial design. The company is headquartered in Santa Clara, Calif. http://www.synaptics.com

Synaptics, TouchPad, ClickPad, Synaptics Gesture Suite, SGS, Scrybe, TouchPad-IS, SmartSense, ClickEQ, ClickSmart, and the Synaptics logo are trademarks of Synaptics in the United States and/or other countries.

  All other marks are the property of their respective owners.

  For further information, please contact:

          Tara Yingst
          Edelman
          650-762-2942
          tara.yingst@edelman.com

Source: Synaptics Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Tara Yingst, Edelman, +1-650-762-2942, tara.yingst@edelman.com

Web Site:  http://www.synaptics.com/

Supermicro Starts New Technology Campus and Asia-Pacific Operations Center in Taiwan

Exhibits Industry's Leading Server Technology at Computex 2010 - New TwinBlade(TM), GPU, 2U Twin with Platinum (94%+) Power Efficiency

TAIPEI, Taiwan, May 31 -- COMPUTEX -- Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ:SMCI), the global leader in server technology innovation and green computing, announced that it is expanding its Asia-Pacific operations center and new technology campus in Taiwan.  The company announced new system integration services last month, and the first phase of this large-scale expansion includes the addition of over one million square feet of space to the current facilities.

"Our superior product performance has created strong customer demand throughout Asia and the Pacific Rim," said Charles Liang, CEO and president of Supermicro.  "To address this demand, we are expanding our Asia-Pacific operations center to provide our customers with more localized supply and time-to-market advantages. Supermicro is very excited to share this business opportunity along with our latest product advancements at Computex."

Supermicro is displaying over 70 new server solutions at Computex (Nangang Exhibition Hall, 4th floor, booths N806-N912), optimized with such advanced features as four GbE ports, dual 10GbE ports, 18 DIMM slots and 6Gb/s SAS 2.0. Highlighted technology advancements include the award-winning TwinBlade(TM) with 20 dual-processor (DP) nodes in 7U, the industry's leading lineup of GPU servers optimized for new NVIDIA Tesla 20-series GPUs, 94%+ efficiency Platinum-certified power supplies, and the introduction of Supermicro's new 42U cable obstructionless SuperRack(TM).  These product lines feature both Intel® Xeon 5600 series (Westmere) processors and AMD Opteron 6100 series (Socket G34) 8/12-Core processors.

Supermicro's latest 2U enterprise server packs the industry's best features into a single rackmount system. Powered by redundant 920-watt Platinum power supplies, this server supports eight hot-swap 3.5" SAS 2.0 (6 Gb/s SAS) hard drives with onboard hardware RAID 5. It also features dual 10GbE ports, 18 DDR3 memory slots, and onboard IPMI 2.0 with media and KVM-over-LAN support.  Supermicro also offers 1U versions of this server that support eight 2.5" or four 3.5" hot-swap hard drives and three expansion cards (two full-size and one low-profile).

With Supermicro's innovative architecture and resource sharing of the enclosure, cooling subsystem and switches, the TwinBlade(TM) doubles the number of dual-processor (DP) server nodes to 20 per 7U, for an incredibly dense and cost-effective 0.35U per node. This breakthrough blade design leverages the successful Twin architecture to provide optimal performance, density and value.  Recently, the innovative TwinBlade(TM) won the Best Blade-Based Solution award at the 4th annual BladeSystems Insight Summit. Supporting dual 40Gb/s QDR InfiniBand switches, this optimized blade solution features industry-leading redundant 94% power supply efficiency, making it the greenest, most power-efficient server solution in the world today.

Supermicro's GPU product line includes the world's fastest 1U servers, 4U convertible towers that support four double-width GPUs along with three additional PCI-e cards for high-bandwidth I/O, and 2U Twin systems with two hot-pluggable GPU nodes and redundant power supplies. These systems also feature advanced remote monitoring and management capabilities, multiple x16 non-blocking native PCI-E 2.0 connectivity, and 1400-watt Gold Level (93%+ efficiency) power supplies. With Supermicro's advanced thermal designs, these highly parallel, multi-GPU supercomputers are ideal for graphics and computationally intensive applications in fields such as medical imaging, oil and gas exploration, quantum chemistry, financial simulation, genomics and astrophysics.

The new 42U SuperRack(TM) provides optimal hot-swap access to components from both the front and rear of the rack, making it the best solution for mounting Supermicro 2U Twin, 2U Twin2, Double-sided Storage(TM), and SuperBlade® systems. The SuperRack(TM) features a modular design that provides unprecedented flexibility and convenience.

About Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ:SMCI)

Supermicro, the leader in server technology innovation and green computing, provides customers around the world with application-optimized server, workstation, blade, storage and GPU systems. Based on its advanced Server Building Block Solutions, Supermicro offers the most optimized selection for IT, datacenter and HPC deployments. The company's system architecture innovations include the Twin server, Double-sided Storage and SuperBlade® product families. Offering the most comprehensive product lines in the industry, Supermicro provides businesses of all sizes with energy-efficient, earth-friendly solutions that deliver unmatched performance and value. Founded in 1993, Supermicro is headquartered in Silicon Valley with worldwide operations and manufacturing centers in Europe and Asia. For more information, visit http://www.supermicro.com.

SMCI-F

Supermicro, Server Building Block Solution, and SuperBlade are registered trademarks and TwinBlade, 2U Twin2, 1U Twin, Double-sided Storage and SuperRack are trademarks of Super Micro Computer, Inc.  All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Source: Super Micro Computer, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Michael Kalodrich of Super Micro Computer, Inc.,
michaelk@supermicro.com

Web Site:  http://www.supermicro.com/

Apple Sells Two Million iPads in Less Than 60 Days

CUPERTINO, Calif., May 31 -- Apple® today announced that iPad(TM) sales have topped two million in less than 60 days since its launch on April 3. Apple began shipping iPad in Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Spain, Switzerland and the UK this past weekend. iPad will be available in nine more countries in July and additional countries later this year.

"Customers around the world are experiencing the magic of iPad, and seem to be loving it as much as we do," said Steve Jobs, Apple's CEO. "We appreciate their patience, and are working hard to build enough iPads for everyone."

iPad allows users to connect with their apps, content and the Internet in a more intimate, intuitive and fun way than ever before. Users can browse the web, read and send email, enjoy and share photos, watch HD videos, listen to music, play games, read ebooks and much more, all using iPad's revolutionary Multi-Touch(TM) user interface. iPad is 0.5 inches thin and weighs just 1.5 pounds--thinner and lighter than any laptop or netbook--and delivers up to 10 hours of battery life.*

Developers have created over 5,000 exciting new apps for iPad that take advantage of its Multi-Touch user interface, large screen and high-quality graphics. iPad will run almost all of the more than 200,000 apps on the App Store, including apps already purchased for your iPhone® or iPod touch®.

*Battery life depends on device settings, usage and other factors. Actual results vary.

Apple ignited the personal computer revolution with the Apple II, then reinvented the personal computer with the Macintosh. Apple continues to lead the industry with its award-winning computers, OS X operating system, and iLife, iWork and professional applications. Apple leads the digital music revolution with its iPods and iTunes online store, has reinvented the mobile phone with its revolutionary iPhone and App Store, and has recently introduced its magical iPad which is defining the future of mobile media and computing devices.

© 2010 Apple Inc. All rights reserved. Apple, the Apple logo, Mac, Mac OS, Macintosh, iPad, Multi-Touch, iPhone and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple. Other company and product names may be trademarks of their respective owners.

Source: Apple
   

CONTACT:  Natalie Harrison, +1-408-862-0565, harri@apple.com, or Simon
Pope, +1-408-974-0457, simonp@apple.com, both of Apple

Web Site:  http://www.apple.com/

Most Widely-Used World University Ranking now on iPhone

LONDON, May 31, 2010--

    - QS World University Rankings now an iPhone App.

    - Top 500 Universities in the World Contactable at the Touch of a Button

    The world's most popular university ranking (viewed over 18million times
on http://www.topuniversities.com) is now even more accessible to its diverse
users, thanks to an innovative new iPhone App. The QS World University
Rankings App, designed for students, parents and ranking fanatics, allows
users to conduct their own study destination research by providing global,
regional and subject-based rankings as well as profiles and contact details
of 500 of the world's top universities.

     (Photo:
http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20100527/393200 )

    QS World University Rankings can be viewed and interpreted in three
different ways - globally, regionally and by subject area. Users who have
reviewed the App said it is, "Very thorough and organised", and also "Great
to be able to see info about the universities I'm interested in all in one
place".

    Marcos Angelides, Online Marketing Manager at QS and co-creator of the
App said, "Every year, QS surveys over 40,000 undergraduate and Masters
applicants who register on topuniversities.com to meet universities
face-to-face. Results revealed that they want to discuss university choices
with their friends whilst on the move."

    The iPhone App is the first of a series of initiatives to be launched by
QS in the lead up to the release of the 2010 QS World University Rankings; it
is free to download on iTunes. A demo of the App can be viewed here
(http://www.topuniversities.com/videos/iphone-app)

   
    Country/Territory    No. of universities    Top-ranked university
                         in 2009 ranking        (2009 rank)

    US                   103                    Harvard (1)

    UK                   51                     Cambridge (2)

    Germany              42                     Technische Universitat,
                                                MUNCHEN (55)

    Japan                35                     University of Tokyo (22)

    France               29                     Ecole Normale
                                                Superieure, Paris (28)

    Australia            21                     Australia National
                                                University (17)

    Canada               20                     McGill University (18)

    Italy                19                     University of Bologna (174)

    South Korea          16                     Seoul National
                                                University (47)

    China                13                     Tsinghua University (49)

    Spain                13                     University of Barcelona (171)

    Taiwan               12                     National Taiwan
                                                University (95)

    Switzerland           8                     ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal
                                                Institute of Technology) (20)

    Hong Kong             5                     University of Hong Kong (24)

    Malaysia              5                     Universiti Malaya (180)

    Singapore             2                     National University of
                                                Singapore (30)

    Web: http://www.topuniversities.com

Photo:
http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20100527/393200

Source: QS

For more information please contact: Simona Bizzozero, QS Head of Public Relations, Email: simona@qs.com, Tel: +44-(0)207-284-7248, Mobile: +44-(0)788-068-0856

Details of Logical Solution to BP Oil Catastrophe Now Online

Texas Pipeline Expert Launches Website (http://www.OilSpillFix.com) Presenting Schematics Showing How to Fix the BP Oil Spill

HARLINGEN, Texas, May 29 -- BP can't get it right. Their attempts to fix the worst oil disaster in U.S. history have failed. Their "estimates" of the amount of oil fouling the Gulf of Mexico have been grossly wrong. And despite these grave mistakes that threaten lives and livelihoods all along the entire Gulf coast and beyond, BP is failing in responding to offers of assistance from outside experts.

A Texas businessman with extensive expertise in offshore oil well construction wants to right these wrongs - right now.

Daniel E. Davis, who holds numerous patents in the pipeline and hydraulics industries, has developed a detailed step-by-step solution to quickly gain control of the BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.  The CEO of the D.E. Davis Group, a consortium of construction, heavy equipment and pipeline companies based in Harlingen, Texas has multi-faceted experience with off shore oil rigs and oil field operations, having worked throughout North, South and Central America for more than 30 years.

Davis says the first attempt to cap the spill was close to being right. "I knew it wouldn't work because it was missing a couple of key elements," Davis says. "I've tried many times to point out the obvious, but no one from BP has responded to my efforts. I've even traveled to Louisiana," Davis adds.

So frustrated with the lack of response, and so sure his idea will work, Davis has published schematics outlining his proposed solution on a newly launched website - http://www.OilSpillFix.com. Davis believes his logical solution will cap the gushing in only two weeks.

Davis has assembled team of experts from around the world who are standing by to work with existing equipment in the area to stop the flow of thousands of barrels of oil.

"Give the green light, and I'll have this thing fixed in two weeks," says Davis.  "We have no more time to waste!"

  MEDIA CONTACT:
  Andres Garcia
  D.E. Davis Group
  Telephone: 956-535-3163
  Email: agarcia@davcrane.com

Source: D.E. Davis Group
   

CONTACT:  Andres Garcia of D.E. Davis Group, +1-956-535-3163,
agarcia@davcrane.com

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

Square Enix Enters the iPad App Market: FINAL FANTASY XIII LARGER-THAN-LIFE GALLERY and Chocobo Panic Now Available

CHAOS RINGS and CRYSTAL DEFENDERS Also Scheduled for iPad Release

LOS ANGELES, May 28 -- Square Enix, Inc., the publisher of SQUARE ENIX® interactive entertainment products in North America, announced today the digital photo collection FINAL FANTASY® XIII LARGER-THAN-LIFE GALLERY(TM) and party game Chocobo Panic(TM) available for the iPad®.

(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20030403/SQUARELOGO)

FINAL FANTASY XIII LARGER-THAN-LIFE GALLERY and Chocobo Panic will be available in Japan, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Great Britain, Italy, North America, Spain and Switzerland.

FINAL FANTASY XIII LARGER-THAN-LIFE GALLERY for iPad

The FINAL FANTASY XIII LARGER-THAN-LIFE GALLERY, the high resolution digital photo collection previously released on iPhone/iPod touch, is now available for the iPad.

The images featured in the FINAL FANTASY XIII LARGER-THAN-LIFE GALLERY can be resized using the iPad, iPhone® or iPod touch® multi-touch functionality.  By adjusting the beautifully mastered CG images, fans can experience the elaborative and extraordinary gallery details - from the minute lifelike detail of the eye colors and fingertips, to the beautifully designed and embellished outfits and accessories.  The FINAL FANTASY XIII LARGER-THAN-LIFE GALLERY also features a clock and calendar which can be added to the top of any image within the gallery.

Also included are images that will appear in 3D when utilizing red-blue 3D glasses (3D GLASSES NOT INCLUDED).

Chocobo Panic

Catching chocobos has never been so crazy! Play in single or co-op modes, or as a group using a single iPad.  Players must use their fingers to catch and hold on to the multi-colored chocobos running around top-screen, and cannot let go until instructed to do so.

COMING SOON!

Square Enix will also make available popular iPhone/iPod touch games - CHAOS RINGS(TM) and CRYSTAL DEFENDERS(TM) for the iPad.  Stay tuned for future announcements.

  Product Overview

                    FINAL FANTASY XIII LARGER-THAN-LIFE
  Product name:     GALLERY
  Platform:        iPad
  Genre:           Digital photo album
  Release date:    Now Available
  RRP:               $5.99 / euro 4.99 / 3.49 pounds Sterling
                   (available worldwide via App Store)
                    (C)2009, 2010 SQUARE ENIX CO., LTD. All
  Copyright:        Rights Reserved.
                   CHARACTER DESIGN: TETSUYA NOMURA

  Product name:    Chocobo Panic
  Platform:        iPad
  Genre:           Party Game
  Release date:    Now Available
  Price:                      $3.99 / euro 2.99 / 2.39 pounds
                   (available worldwide via App Store)
                    (C)2010 SQUARE ENIX CO., LTD. All Rights
  Copyright:        Reserved.

  About Square Enix, Inc.

Square Enix, Inc. is a U.S. based wholly-owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd., a holding company leading Square Enix Group.  Square Enix, Inc. publishes and distributes entertainment content under the Square Enix Group's internationally renowned brands such as Square Enix, Eidos® and Taito® in the Americas.  The Square Enix Group includes a global network of leading development studios located in North America, Europe and Japan.  The Group boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property including: FINAL FANTASY, which has sold over 96 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 53 million units worldwide; TOMB RAIDER®, which has sold over 35 million units worldwide; and other well-established products and services.

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

DRAGON QUEST, FINAL FANTASY, SQUARE ENIX and the SQUARE ENIX logo are registered trademarks of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. CHOCOBO PANIC, CHAOS RINGS, CRYSTAL DEFENDERS and LARGER-THAN-LIFE-GALLERY are registered trademarks or trademarks of Square Enix Co., Ltd. TOMB RAIDER and Eidos are registered trademarks of Square Enix, Ltd.  Taito is a registered trademark of Taito Corp.  iPad, iPhone, iPod touch and App Store are registered trademarks or trademarks of Apple Inc..

Photo:  http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20030403/SQUARELOGO
AP Archive:  http://photoarchive.ap.org/
PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com
Source: Square Enix, Inc.
   

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

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

Can BP or the United States Afford to Keep Ignoring Logical Solutions?

Texas Pipeline Expert Launches Website (http://www.OilSpillFix.com) Presenting Schematics Showing How to Fix the BP Oil Spill

HARLINGEN, Texas, May 28 -- After nearly five weeks and a number of failed attempts to stop the oil gusher in the Gulf of Mexico, it's time for BP and the United States to explore viable alternatives from beyond the confines of the company responsible for this catastrophe.  So says a Texas businessman with extensive expertise in offshore oil well construction who has developed a detailed and logical solution for capping the worst oil spill in U.S. history.

Daniel E. Davis, CEO of the D.E. Davis Group, a consortium of construction, heavy equipment and pipeline companies based in Harlingen, Texas has multi-faceted experience with off shore oil rigs and oil field operations, having worked throughout North, South and Central America for more than 30 years.

Davis, who holds numerous patents in the pipeline and hydraulics industries, has developed a detailed step-by-step solution to quickly gain control of the BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. "BP was very close to the right idea with the first solution they attempted," explains Davis.  "However, I knew it wouldn't work because it was missing a couple of key elements.  I tried several times to point out the obvious, but no one from BP is responding to my efforts," Davis adds.

So frustrated with the lack of response, and so sure his idea will work, Davis has published schematics outlining his proposed solution on a newly launched website - http://www.OilSpillFix.com. Basically, the concept involves capping the leak with a structure fitted with 30+ inch output ports and collars to control flow and pressure. The structure would be put in place from a vertical style deep water pipelaying vessel with dynamic positioning capabilities. An oil and gas separator at the surface is key to provide necessary product and pressure control.

The latest effort to stop the leak - the "Top Kill" - was stymied when BP inexplicably stopped pumping mud for some 16 hours. "Nothing is working. There is no real coordination of this massive effort, and BP has not been forthcoming with all the facts," Davis says. "Now is the time to explore new options."

Davis has assembled team of experts from around the world who are standing by to work with existing equipment in the area to stop the flow of thousands of barrels of oil.

"Give the green light, and I'll have this thing fixed in two weeks or less," says Davis.

  MEDIA CONTACT:
  Andres Garcia
  D.E. Davis Group
  Telephone: 956-535-3163
  Email: agarcia@davcrane.com

Source: D.E. Davis Group
   

CONTACT:  Andres Garcia of D.E. Davis Group, +1-956-535-3163,
agarcia@davcrane.com

Web Site:  http://www.bigrgv.com/
http://www.oilspillfix.com/

Verizon Wireless and LG Mobile Phones Turn the World Into Your Corner Office

New LG Fathom Smartphone Gives Customers Global Capabilities

LITTLE ROCK, Ark., May 28 -- Verizon Wireless and LG Electronics MobileComm U.S.A., Inc. (LG Mobile Phones), today announced the LG Fathom(TM) will be available online and in Communications Stores beginning June 3.  The ultimate on-the-go office, the LG Fathom redefines productivity with Windows Phone power, stylish design and smart global capabilities for making voice calls in more than 220 countries and accessing data in 200 countries, 110 with 3G speeds.

  Key features:
  --  Sleek slate blue case takes customers from Monday meetings to Friday
      outings
  --  Large 3.2" touch screen with Improved Touch Experience and vibration
      for tactile feedback
  --  1 GHz processor
  --  Full slide-out QWERTY keyboard with simultaneous touch screen
      capabilities
  --  microSD(TM) slot for up to 16 GB of memory
  --  Wi-Fi® enabled (802.11 b/g/n)
  --  Bluetooth® 2.1 capabilities with support for the following profiles:
      headset, hands-free, dial-up networking, stereo, phone book access,
      basic printing, basic imaging, object push for vCard and vCalendar,
      file transfer, and serial port
  --  Built-in MP3 and WMA music player with music library, repeat and
      shuffle features, as well as stereo sound via headset or Bluetooth
  --  Windows® Media Player 10 Mobile and video player for WMV, MP4, and 3GP
      formats
  --  USB mass storage for file transfer between microSD card and PC
  --  One-touch speaker phone and speaker-independent voice commands
  --  Text to speech and voice-activated dialing for up to 4,000 entries

  Additional lifestyle features:
  --  Dedicated task manager key for quick access to mobile Task Manager
  --  Windows Mobile Device Center and ActiveSync allows users to
      synchronize Outlook®, Office® and contents from Microsoft Exchange
      Server® to keep personal information organized and updated
  --  View and edit with Excel® Mobile, OneNote® Mobile and Word® Mobile or
      view important presentations with PowerPoint® Mobile
  --  Scroll, zoom and view rich PDF content with Adobe® Reader LE
  --  Global roaming frequency automatically switches from CDMA/EVDO to
      GSM/UMTS depending on geographic location
  --  VZ Navigator® capabilities - Receive audible turn-by-turn directions
      to millions of points of interest and share the directions with others
  --  VZ Navigator Global capabilities - Get turn-by-turn directions and
      maps in English while navigating through more than 20 destinations
      such as Canada, Mexico, France, Germany, Italy, Norway, Spain, Sweden
      and the United Kingdom.  This easy-to-use application also marks
      distances in miles or kilometers and finds restaurants, gas stations,
      banks/ATMs and other popular spots using the Local Search feature
  --  Wireless manager enables and disables wireless connectivity for Wi-Fi,
      Bluetooth and cellular network
  --  Luminous sensor designed to adjust LCD backlight brightness depending
      on light conditions
  --  Proximity sensor instantly locks touch screen buttons while talking on
      the phone
  --  Text and send clear images and fun animations through Flash User
      interface support
  --  International charger plus up to four different adapter clips for
      multi-country use
  --  3.2 megapixel autofocus camera and camcorder that includes:
      --  Five different camera resolutions and three different video
          resolutions
      --  Macro Mode for detailed, up close pictures
      --  Panorama for three guided, sequential shots
      --  Continuous shot for up to six consecutive photos
      --  Scene mode for auto, portrait, landscape, sports and night
          settings
      --  Image editor with zoom, rotate, resize, crop, added frames and
          stamps
      --  Customizable brightness, white balance, shutter sounds and color
          effects and a self-timer
      --  Choose between mute and unmute to record video with or without
          sound
      --  Optimize video quality with normal, fine or super camcorder
          settings
      --  Video recording time up to one minute for sending or up to one
          hour for saving

  Pricing and availability:
  --  The LG Fathom will be available in business sales channels beginning
      May 27 and in Verizon Wireless Communications Stores nationwide and
      online at http://www.verizonwireless.com beginning June 3 for $149.99 after a
      $100 mail-in rebate with a new two-year customer agreement.  Customers
      will receive the rebate in the form of a debit card; upon receipt,
      customers may use the card as cash anywhere debit cards are accepted.
  --  LG Fathom customers will need to subscribe to a Verizon Wireless
      Nationwide Talk plan and an Email and Web for Smartphone plan.
      Nationwide Talk plans begin at $39.99 monthly access.  Email and Web
      for Smartphone plans start at $29.99 for unlimited monthly access.
  --  Business customers interested in the LG Fathom can contact their
      Verizon Wireless Business Sales Representative at 1-800-VZW-4BIZ.
  --  For additional information on Verizon Wireless products and services,
      visit a Verizon Wireless Communications Store, call 1-800-2 JOIN IN or
      go to http://www.verizonwireless.com.

  About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's most reliable and largest wireless voice and 3G data network, serving nearly 93 million customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 81,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE:VZ)(NASDAQ:VZ) and Vodafone (NASDAQ:VOD).  For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com.  To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

About LG Electronics, Inc.

LG Electronics, Inc.  is a global leader and technology innovator in consumer electronics, mobile communications and home appliances, employing more than 84,000 people working in 115 operations including 84 subsidiaries around the world. With 2009 global sales of USD43.4 billion, LG is comprised of five business units - Home Entertainment, Mobile Communications, Home Appliance, Air Conditioning and Business Solutions. LG is the world's leading producer of flat panel TVs, audio and video products, mobile handsets, air conditioners and washing machines. LG has signed a long-term agreement to become both a Global Partner and a Technology Partner of Formula One(TM). As part of this top-level association, LG acquires exclusive designations and marketing rights as the official consumer electronics, mobile phone and data processor of this global sporting event. For more information, please visit http://www.lgusa.com.

About LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company

The LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company is a leading global mobile communications and information company. With its cutting-edge technology and innovative design capabilities, LG creates handsets that provide an optimized mobile experience to customers around the world. LG is pursuing convergence technology and mobile computing products, while continuing its leadership role in mobile communication with stylish designs and smart technology. For more information, please visit http://www.lgmobilephones.com.

Source: Verizon Wireless
   

CONTACT:  Lucie Pathmann, Verizon Wireless, +1-501-905-5553,
lucie.pathmann@verizonwireless.com; or Demetra Kavadeles, LG MobileComm
U.S.A., Inc., +1-707-328-5307, Demetra.Kavadeles@lge.com; or Jacqueline
Johnson, LG-One from LG Mobile Phones, +1-310-724-6192,
Jacqueline.Johnson@LG-One.com

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

Verizon Wireless Expands 3G Network Coverage in Wyoming County

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

BUFFALO, N.Y., May 28 -- Verizon Wireless is investing in Wyoming County and expanding its local coverage with a new cell site in Arcade. The new site improves coverage and capacity along Route 78 from Minkel Road to Pit Road, and in the Village of Java.

This network expansion is part of the company's aggressive multi-billion dollar network investment each year to stay ahead of the growing demand for Verizon Wireless' voice and data services. The company has invested more than $50 billion nationwide since it was formed - $5.5 billion on average every year - and invested more than $100 million in Upstate New York in 2009.

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

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

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

Strong demand for Verizon Wireless' services continued during the first quarter of 2010 as the company added 1.5 million net new customers.

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

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

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's most reliable and largest wireless voice and 3G data network, serving nearly 93 million customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with  81,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE:VZ)(NASDAQ:VZ) and Vodafone (NASDAQ:VOD).  For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

Source: Verizon Wireless
   

CONTACT:  John O'Malley, +1-585-321-7264, or +1-585-261-5899,
john.omalley@verizonwireless.com, http://twitter.com/johnnyverizon; or
Meredith Dropkin, +1-315-413-4293, mdropkin@mower.com

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

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Verizon Wireless Expands 3G Network Coverage in Wayne County

-- Improves coverage and capacity in Savannah -- Provides access to 3G wireless broadband service -- Meet one of Upstate New York's local Test Men, Jack Brandes

ROCHESTER, N.Y., May 28 -- Verizon Wireless is investing in Wayne County and expanding its local coverage with a new cell site in Savannah. The new site improves coverage and capacity along Route 89 between Cotton Road and Severance Road, in the town of Savannah, and west on Route 31 to Hadden Road.

This network expansion is part of the company's aggressive multi-billion dollar network investment each year to stay ahead of the growing demand for Verizon Wireless' voice and data services. The company has invested more than $50 billion nationwide since it was formed - $5.5 billion on average every year - and invested more than $100 million in Upstate New York in 2009.

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

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

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

Strong demand for Verizon Wireless' services continued during the first quarter of 2010 as the company added 1.5 million net new customers.

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

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

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's most reliable and largest wireless voice and 3G data network, serving nearly 93 million customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 81,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE:VZ)(NASDAQ:VZ) and Vodafone (NASDAQ:VOD).  For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

Source: Verizon Wireless
   

CONTACT:  John O'Malley, +1-585-321-7264 or +1-585-261-5899,
john.omalley@verizonwireless.com, http://twitter.com/johnnyverizon, or
Meredith Dropkin, +1-315-413-4293, mdropkin@mower.com

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

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

Audi and Xbox to Host 2nd Annual AXF-24 Challenge in New York City During 24 Hours of Le Mans Race

HERNDON, Va., May 28 -- In celebration of the annual 24 Hours of Le Mans race in France, Audi of America and Xbox/Turn 10 will again join forces to host the 2nd Annual AXF-24 Challenge, a four-hour Xbox LIVE Forza Motorsport 3 racing experience at the Audi Forum New York City on June 12, 2010 between 1 pm and 5 pm.

The first leg of AXF-24 Challenge opened with North American players on Xbox Live competing for the fastest lap times on the 24 Hours of Le Mans track: the Circuit de la Sarthe, while piloting the 2009 Audi #2 Audi Sport Team Joest R15 TDI.  The three fastest drivers will be invited to compete in the AXF-24 Challenge on June 12th in New York City, which takes place while the real race takes place in France.

The 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race is held in Le Mans, France, on an 8.5-mile track made up mostly of public roads.  It is considered one of the top three races in the world, along with the Formula One Monaco Grand Prix and the Indianapolis 500. This year will bring the 78th running of the 24 Hours of Le Mans race, which began in 1923 but was canceled for nine years during World War II. Audi has won eight of the last 10 years at Le Mans.

The top prize for the winning AXF-24 competitor will be a 1-day R8 Audi sports car experience package in Sonoma, CA.

Audi, Xbox and motorsports fans planning to be in the New York City / Tri-State region on June 12th  are invited to come to the Audi Forum New York City to watch the competition unfold and enjoy:

  --  Live feed of the 24 Hours of Le Mans race
  --  Playable Forza Motorsport 3 kiosks
  --  A chance to explore the Audi Forum New York City
  --  Catered food and open bar
  --  Prizes and souvenirs at the door

  Guests should register by e-mailing Christine.Campbell@Audi.com.

  AUDI FORUM NEW YORK CITY INFORMATION
  250 Park Ave. (47th St & Park Ave.)
  New York, NY 10017
  United States of America
  Office +1 212 370 AUDI (2834)

  ABOUT AUDI

Audi of America, Inc. and its 271 U.S. dealers offer a full line of German-engineered luxury vehicles. AUDI AG is among the most successful luxury automotive brands globally. During 2009 Audi outsold all other luxury brands in Europe, while in the U.S. market Audi posted the largest market share gain of any luxury automotive brand. Over the next few years, AUDI AG expects to spend nearly $2 billion annually on new products and technology. Visit http://www.audiusa.com or http://www.audiusanews.com for more information regarding Audi vehicle and business issues.

Source: Audi of America, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Brad Stertz, Audi of America Communications, +1-703-364-7440,
or Mob.: +1-703-344-1320, brad.stertz@audi.com

Web Site:  http://www.audiusa.com/

SIRIUS XM Radio Android App Now Available

Free SIRIUS XM App delivers exclusive sports, talk, entertainment, comedy and commercial-free music to Android-powered smartphones Users of the SIRIUS XM App will receive a 7-day free trial of the SIRIUS XM Premium Online service

NEW YORK, May 28 -- SIRIUS XM Radio (NASDAQ:SIRI) today announced that a free Android application is now available, giving users of supported Android-powered smartphones access to over 120 channels of exclusive sports, talk, entertainment, news, comedy and commercial-free music over cellular and WiFi networks.

  (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080819/NYTU044LOGO )

  The SIRIUS XM App for Android-powered smartphones allows users to:

  --  Listen to over 120 channels of SIRIUS XM Premium Online programming on
      the go, even while surfing the web or checking email.

  --  Bookmark SIRIUS XM Premium Online channels for fast, easy access
      through a "Favorites" function.

  --  View the current channel plus what is playing on all other channels
      via the "Lookaround" function.

The SIRIUS XM App is available by visiting http://www.siriusxm.com/android.  The SIRIUS XM App is compatible with a variety of Android-powered smartphones, including DROID by Motorola, DROID INCREDIBLE by HTC, DROID ERIS by HTC, HTC Hero, T-Mobile G1, Motorola CLIQ, and Google Nexus One models.  After downloading the free App, users can register for a 7-day free trial to SIRIUS XM Premium Online on their compatible smartphones.

There is no additional charge for listening to SIRIUS XM's Premium Online programming on an Android-powered smartphone once a user becomes a SIRIUS XM Premium Online subscriber or subscribes to the Company's Premium Online service in conjunction with their satellite radio subscription.

  For more information on SIRIUS XM, please visit http://www.siriusxm.com.

  About SIRIUS XM Radio

SIRIUS XM Radio is America's satellite radio company delivering to subscribers commercial-free music channels, premier sports, news, talk, entertainment, and traffic and weather.

SIRIUS XM Radio has content relationships with an array of personalities and artists, including Howard Stern, Martha Stewart, Oprah Winfrey, Rosie O'Donnell, Jamie Foxx, Barbara Walters, Opie & Anthony, Bubba the Love Sponge®, Bob Edwards, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo, Jimmy Buffett, The Grateful Dead, Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan and Tom Petty.  SIRIUS XM Radio is the leader in sports programming as the Official Satellite Radio Partner of the NFL, Major League Baseball®, NASCAR®, NBA, NHL®, and PGA TOUR® and major college sports.

SIRIUS XM Radio has arrangements with every major automaker.  SIRIUS XM Radio products are available at shop.sirius.com and shop.xmradio.com, and at retail locations nationwide, including Best Buy, RadioShack, Wal-Mart and independent retailers.

SIRIUS XM Radio also offers SIRIUS Backseat TV, the first ever live in-vehicle rear seat entertainment featuring Nickelodeon, Disney Channel and Cartoon Network; XM NavTraffic® service for GPS navigation systems delivers real-time traffic information, including accidents and road construction, for more than 80 North American markets.

This communication contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.  Such statements include, but are not limited to, statements about future financial and operating results, the combined company's plans, objectives, expectations and intentions with respect to future operations, products and services; and other statements identified by words such as "will likely result," " are expected to," "anticipate," "believe," "plan," "estimate," "intend," "will," "should," "may," or words of similar meaning.  Such forward-looking statements are based upon the current beliefs and expectations of SIRIUS XM's management and are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies, many of which are difficult to predict and generally beyond the control of SIRIUS and XM.  Actual results may differ materially from the results anticipated in these forward-looking statements.

The following factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ materially from the anticipated results or other expectations expressed in the forward-looking statement:  general economic conditions; our dependence upon automakers and other third parties, the substantial indebtedness of SIRIUS and XM; the useful life of our satellites; and our competitive position versus other forms of audio and video entertainment.  Additional factors that could cause SIRIUS' and XM's results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found in SIRIUS' Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2009 and XM's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2009, which are filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") and available at the SEC's Internet site (http://www.sec.gov/).  The information set forth herein speaks only as of the date hereof, and SIRIUS and XM disclaim any intention or obligation to update any forward looking statements as a result of developments occurring after the date of this communication.

  G-SIRI

  Contacts for SIRIUS XM Radio:

  Patrick Reilly
  SIRIUS XM Radio
  patrick.reilly@siriusxm.com
  212 901 6646

  Sal Resendez
  SIRIUS XM Radio
  sal.resendez@siriusxm.com
  646 313 2405

Photo:  http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080819/NYTU044LOGO
http://photoarchive.ap.org/
PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com
Source: SIRIUS XM Radio
   

CONTACT:  Patrick Reilly, SIRIUS XM Radio, +1-212-901-6646,
patrick.reilly@siriusxm.com, or Sal Resendez, SIRIUS XM Radio,
+1-646-313-2405, sal.resendez@siriusxm.com

Web Site:  http://www.siriusxm.com/

Most Reliable Wireless Network Just Got Better in Malvern, Ohio

Integration of Verizon Wireless' and Alltel's Networks Delivers Increased Wireless Voice and Data Coverage to the Area

MALVERN, Ohio, May 28 -- Verizon Wireless today announced it has completed the integration of its network with that of Alltel in Malvern to provide customers with clearer reception, fewer dropped calls and more coverage, including stronger in-building coverage.

Verizon Wireless' voice and high-speed 3G data network combined with that of Alltel creates the largest wireless network footprint in the United States. The integration in this area enables more customers to use their wireless phones concurrently to make calls; send and receive email and text, picture and video messages; access the Internet; view high-quality videos; and download music, games and ringtones on the nation's most reliable wireless network.

The coverage area directly affected by the network integration includes Alliance Road NW from just east of Malwayne Drive NW to the town of Hibbetts and from Avalon Road NW and Pleasant Road south to Navajo Trail along Lake Mohawk.

"The addition of Alltel's network to the Verizon Wireless network provides our customers with unmatched coverage in the area," said Mark Frazier, president-Ohio/Pennsylvania/West Virginia Region, Verizon Wireless. "Now our high-speed 3G broadband wireless network is the largest and most reliable in the United States, and network reliability is the No. 1 reason customers choose and stay with Verizon Wireless. We are committed to continuing to perfect our network so that our customers in Ohio know they can depend on us every time they use their wireless devices."

Verizon Wireless has been preparing to integrate Alltel's network since completing its purchase of the company last year. Alltel's 3G data network has been upgraded to the latest revision of wireless broadband technology to enable faster delivery of data applications, including email and browsing the Internet.

Verizon Wireless invests more in its network than any other wireless service provider in the United States. The company has spent more than $59 billion since it was formed--$5.7 billion on average every year--to increase the coverage and capacity of its premier nationwide network and to add new services. During the first quarter of this year, the company invested nearly $62 million in its Ohio network.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's most reliable and largest wireless voice and 3G data network, serving nearly 93 million customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 81,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE:VZ)(NASDAQ:VZ) and Vodafone (NASDAQ:VOD).  For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

Source: Verizon Wireless
   

CONTACT:  MEDIA: Laura Merritt of Verizon Wireless, +1-614-345-3210,
laura.merritt@verizonwireless.com, Twitter: http://twitter.com/merrila; or
Laura Kaster for Verizon Wireless, +1-513-271-7222 ext. 26,
lkaster@wordsworthweb.com, Twitter: http://twitter.com/lokaster85

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

Turkcell Launches "Gezenzi", One of the World's First Location-Based Web 2.0 Micro-Blogging Platforms

Turkcell Continues to Lead the way in Mobile Application Innovation in Turkey

ISTANBUL, May 28, 2010--     Turkcell (NYSE:TKC, ISE:TCELL), the leading communications and technology
company in Turkey, announced today that it has developed one of the world's
first location-based Web 2.0 micro-blogging platforms. "Gezenzi", which
roughly translates as "share traces of your life", launches today and is a
permission-based service which enables members to use a Gezenzi map to
exchange information about places they encounter in their daily lives and
travels.

    On a Gezenzi map, users share location information by keying in text,
comments and even multi-media content (including images and - shortly - audio
and video files). This information could be about restaurants, travel,
beaches, the weather, sports, recommendations, etc, in any particular place
in the world. Users can micro-blog information via SMS/MMS, mobile phones or
the Web and can track the latest movements and comments of other Gezenzi
subscribers. Uniquely, blog entries on Gezenzi will appear based on specific
locations rather than on when they were posted.

    Cenk Bayrakdar, Turkcell's Chief Product and Service Management Officer,
noted that: "Turkcell is delighted to be launching this innovative new
service. We have no doubt that it will be very well-received and become a
much-used application for micro-bloggers both here in Turkey and on their
travels worldwide. We would encourage people to visit the Gezenzi website and
find out more. With around a dozen mobile services applications as of March
31st 2010, Turkcell continues to lead the way in the development of Turkish
mobile technology. I would like to thank my Turkcell colleagues for their
continued innovative thinking and cutting-edge work.''

    By the end of 2010, Gezenzi is expected to also be available to users in
English through some Turkcell subsidiaries such as life:) in Ukraine.

    Membership is free and micro-blogging via SMS or MMS will be free of
charge until August 2010. Membership can be activated via the Gezenzi
website: http://www.gezenzi.com

    About Turkcell

    Turkcell is the leading communications and technology company
in Turkey with 34.3 million postpaid and prepaid customers and a market share
of approximately 56% as of March 31, 2010 (Source: Our estimations,
operators' and Authority's announcements). Turkcell provides high quality
data and voice services to approximately 70% of the Turkish population with
its 3G and EDGE technology supported network. Turkcell reported TRY 2.2
billion ($ 1.5 billion) net revenue for the period ended March 31, 2010 and
its total assets reached TRY 14.3 billion ($ 9.3 billion) as of March 31,
2010. Turkcell is the only Turkish operator among the global operators to
have implemented HSDPA+ and has become one of the first operators in the
world to reach to 42.2 Mbps speed with its 3G network, as of March 5th 2010.
Turkcell is a leading regional player and has interests in international
mobile operations in Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Moldova,
Northern Cyprus and Ukraine which, together with its Turkish operations, had
approximately 62 million subscribers as of March 31, 2010. Turkcell has been
listed on the NYSE and the ISE since July 2000 and is the only NYSE-listed
company in Turkey and is among the top 15% of companies listed on NYSE by its
size. 51.00% of Turkcell's share capital is held by Turkcell Holding, 0.05%
by Cukurova Group, 13.07% by Sonera Holding, 2.32% by M.V. Group and 0.08% by
others while the remaining 33.48% is free float. Read more at
http://www.turkcell.com.tr/en

   
    For further information please contact Turkcell:
    Nihat Narin
    Investor and International Media Relations
    Tel: +90-212-313-1244
    Email: nihat.narin@turkcell.com.tr
    investor.relations@turkcell.com.tr

    http://www.turkcell.com.tr

Source: Turkcell

For further information please contact Turkcell: Nihat Narin, Investor and International Media Relations, Tel: +90-212-313-1244, Email: nihat.narin@turkcell.com.tr, investor.relations@turkcell.com.tr

Activision Publishing Goes to Bat for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation®3 With Little League® World Series Baseball 2010

SANTA MONICA, Calif., May 28 -- Activision Publishing, Inc. (NASDAQ:ATVI) announced today that Little League® World Series Baseball 2010, this year's entry in the acclaimed hit baseball series, will be released this July for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system. This is the first time the perennially popular Little League® franchise has "hit" these systems.

"We felt it was time to finally bring the popular Little League® series to gamers playing Xbox 360 and PlayStation®3," said David Oxford, Activision Publishing. "Little League® World Series Baseball 2010 is visually stunning and packed with tons of new content, while remaining an accessible pick-up-and-play game for the whole family."

Little League® World Series Baseball 2010 is Activision's third officially licensed Little League® video game, and once again it is being developed by world renowned Japanese studio NOW Production. Players will have the chance to become a Little League World® Series Baseball Champion, while online functionality offers the ability to upload records and leader boards. New features include an all-new Season and Career mode that leads players from chumps to champs on the way to the World Series.

"Activision has been an outstanding partner because they listen closely to what real Little League players have to say about our videogames," Jud Rogers, Sr. Marketing Executive, Little League International. "This commitment to evolution is what makes Little League® World Series Baseball 2010 an outstanding title of which our organization is intensely proud."

Little League® World Series Baseball 2010 will be available this July for $39.99. The game is not yet rated by the ESRB. For more information, visit http://www.activision.com.

About Little League International

Little League International is the world's largest organized youth sports program, with nearly 2.7 million participants, led by more than one million adult volunteers, in all 50 states and more than 70 other countries. Founded and headquartered in Williamsport, Pa., Little League's goal is to bring the sports of baseball and softball to children and their families, instilling the values of teamwork, sportsmanship and fair play. While thousands of Little Leaguers have advanced to become Major League Baseball players, with some attaining induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, Little League's purpose is to create good citizens first.

About NOW Production

NOW Production is a premiere video game developer founded in 1986 and based in Japan. It has developed games for many major publishers, including Namco, Konami and Activision, working on games such as Katamari Damacy, Dance Dance Revolution, Little League World Series 2009, and Bakugan Battle Brawlers. In recent years, "NOWPro" has started creating original, independent titles and is also involved with developing mobile software and online games.

About Activision Publishing

Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision Publishing, Inc. is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and leisure products.

Activision Publishing maintains operations in the U.S., Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Sweden, Spain, the Netherlands, Australia, Japan and South Korea. 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 help 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 (including next-generation hardware), 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 and related software, industry competition, rapid changes in technology and industry standards, protection of proprietary rights, litigation against Activision Publishing, maintenance of relationships with key personnel, customers, vendors and third-party developers, domestic and international economic, financial and political conditions and policies, foreign exchange rates, integration of recent acquisitions and the identification of suitable future acquisition opportunities, Activision Blizzard's success in integrating the operations of Activision Publishing and Vivendi Games in a timely manner, or at all, and the combined company's ability to realize the anticipated benefits and synergies of the transaction to the extent, or in the timeframe, anticipated, and the other factors identified in 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.

© 2010 Activision Publishing, Inc. Activision is a registered trademark of Activision Publishing, Inc. "PlayStation" is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. © 2010 Microsoft Corporation. Microsoft, Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox LIVE and the Xbox logos are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies and are used under license from Microsoft.  All rights reserved.

The use of "Little League," "Little Leaguer," "Little League Baseball and Softball," "Little League World Series," and "LL" are all registered trademarks protected by act of Congress and should never be used in a general or generic sense to reference any youth baseball or softball program other than that chartered with Little League International based in Williamsport, Pa.

  Contact:
  Amanda Young
  Sandbox Strategies
  212-213-2451
  amanda@sandboxstrat.com

Source: Activision Publishing, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Amanda Young of Sandbox Strategies, +1-212-213-2451,
amanda@sandboxstrat.com

Web Site:  http://www.activision.com/

Activision to Launch Blur(TM) In-Store Demo Program Exclusively at Best Buy

New Powered-Up Racing Game Hit Streets May 25th

SANTA MONICA, Calif., May 28 -- In support of the May 25th debut of the highly-anticipated racing video game Blur, Activision Publishing, Inc. (NASDAQ:ATVI) today announced the launch of a, new in-store demo program available exclusively at Best Buy.  On Saturday, May 29 and Sunday, May 30, more that 200 Best Buy locations will feature live, in-store demos of Blur.  Fans can get their hands on the ultimate powered-up racing demo and also take home a free Blur poster giveaway on a first come, first serve basis.  Visit http://www.bestbuy.com/gamingevents for more information on participating stores.

Blur is the ultimate powered-up racing experience, dropping players into heart-pumping, electrified action with multiple cars trading paint as they charge towards the finish line.  Drivers careen through real-world track locations packed with fast curves, sneaky alternate routes and hair-raising jumps in over 50 licensed cars as they collect intense Power-ups, including the ability to blast other cars out of the way with huge bursts of energy, boost their speed, and more. Blur delivers a new style of powered-up racing experience for all gamers.

Blur is now available nationwide for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, and Windows PC, and is rated "E10+" by the ESRB.

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, Russia, Japan, 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.

Activision is a registered trademark and Blur is a trademark of Activision Publishing, Inc. All rights reserved.   Microsoft, Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox LIVE, and the Xbox logos are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. "PlayStation" is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. All other trademarks and trade names are the properties of their respective owners.

Source: Activision Publishing, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Paul Murphy, Senior Publicist of Activision Publishing, Inc.,
+1-310-496-5241, paul.murphy@activision.com

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

Social Legacy Network, Viternus.com, Launches So You Can Leave Your Legacy Through Video Messages

Viternus.com, a brand new social legacy network, has launched enabling members to leave farewell messages for their loved ones. The site provides the chance to leave your legacy to family members and loved ones after you are gone.

AVON LAKE, Ohio, May 28 -- A brand new social legacy network, Viternus.com, enables people to leave behind lasting messages of encouragement, love and other personal thoughts that will be automatically delivered according to the directions set by the member.

The free messages can be time-delayed by members to deliver on specified calendar dates such as birthdays and anniversaries for years to come.

"At Viternus.com we give you the opportunity to leave your legacy through sharing special memories, words of wisdom and other important messages for your family. Nothing can touch a family more than hearing words of comfort and hope after the passing of a loved one," said Nathan Stuller, President of Viternus.com (http://www.viternus.com/).

Visitors can register for free to deliver video messages to recipients on specified calendar dates that mark special events. Premium members can record messages to be delivered posthumously, enabling them to read their last will and testament or express farewell messages personally through video. Upon signup, these members set the inner circle for their profile, which is a group of trusted individuals who agree to notify Viternus.com if a critical event occurs in the life of the profile owner, preventing the individual from self-managing the account.

The site name was developed out of two Latin words; vita meaning 'life' and eternus meaning 'eternal, everlasting, or without end'. The name describes the mission of the website which helps members leave the legacy of their life to be shared with their family forever. These video messages can be stored to share with generations that are yet to come as well -- truly leaving a lasting legacy.

About Viternus.com:

Viternus.com (http://www.viternus.com/), a social legacy network, was developed in order to provide an avenue for family members to send personalized video messages to loved ones celebrating birthdays, anniversaries and other special events. As a premium member to the site you are able to leave your legacy through farewell messages to your family that will be delivered after your passing.

Source: Viternus
   

CONTACT:  Nathan Stuller of Viternus, +1-510-859-4788,
nathan.stuller@viternus.com

Web Site:  http://www.viternus.com/

Technology Company IAI Industrial Systems Will Supply Extra Systems for Passport Personalisation to Existing Customers

WAALWIJK, The Netherlands, May 28, 2010--     Technology company IAI industrial systems B.V. in Veldhoven, the
Netherlands, a subsidiary of the stock listed company DOCDATA N.V. in
Waalwijk, the Netherlands, will supply two additional BookMaster One systems
to personalise passports. The systems will be supplied to existing customers
who already have identical systems in operation and are expected to be
delivered in 2010. With the extra systems both countries intend to enlarge
their existing production capacity.

    BookMaster One systems perform the entire personalisation of the passport
in one pass through the machine including quality control of all processing
done. Thus, the systems turn blank books, inserted in the machine, into fully
personalised passports ready for issuing.

    Being a leading equipment supplier to the Security Printing market, IAI
industrial systems also supplies systems for securing and/or personalisation
of ID-cards, driver licences, banknotes, diplomas and other security
documents.

    IAI's systems are in use in many countries such as: Netherlands, Belgium,
Switzerland, Ireland, UK, Sweden, China, Russia, Ukraine, Canada, Portugal,
Estonia, Costa Rica, Poland, Morocco, South Africa and India. Other systems
are planned to be installed in several other countries.

    Technology company IAI industrial systems also offers laser processing
systems for producers of solar cells or modules.

    The listed DOCDATA N.V. exists of two lines of business:

    Technology company IAI industrial systems
(http://www.iai-industrial-systems.com) is a high tech engineering company
specialised in developing and building systems for very accurate and high
speed processing of all kinds of products and materials. IAI delivers
clients globally in the following sectors:

   
    - securing and personalising of security documents
    - processing of solar cells and modules
    - processing of other materials and products

    E-commerce service company Docdata (http://www.docdata.com) is a European market
leader with a strong basis in The Netherlands, Germany and the United
Kingdom, and exists of four divisions:

   
    - Docdata commerce
    - Docdata payments
    - Docdata fulfilment
    - Docdata media

    Corporate website: http://www.docdatanv.com

    PRN NLD

Source: DOCDATA N.V.

Further information: DOCDATA N.V., M.F.P.M. Alting von Geusau, CEO, Tel.
+31-416-631-100

LightInTheBox.com Launches 'The Great Hunt (Round #3)' Competition on Facebook

Online Shoppers get the Chance to Walk Their own Cannes Film Festival Red Carpet

BEIJING, May 28 -- To celebrate the opening of the Cannes Film Festival, and all the red carpet glamour that goes with it, global online retailer LightInTheBox.com launched "The Great Hunt (Round #3)" on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lightinthebox-Insider/181245226552 ).

The competition invited male and female participants to hunt through LightInTheBox.com's vast selection of evening wear (http://www.lightinthebox.com/wholesale-Clothing-and-Apparel_c71 ) to find the outfit they liked best. Participants had to then post it on LightInTheBox.com's Facebook Fan Page and get as many friends to 'like' their selection as possible. The selection from each category with the most 'likes' won their chosen piece as a prize - custom-made and tailored to their specifications.

In addition to offering other high quality products at low prices, LightInTheBox.com offers online shoppers the unique service of creating and distributing high quality, tailor-made Celebrity Dresses inspired by celebrity events such as the Oscars, Golden Globes, Emmys and The Cannes Film Festival. The site also distributes high quality jewelry and watches (http://www.lightinthebox.com/wholesale-Jewelry_c72 ) to complete the outfits.

"Our Great Hunts are not only a way for us to listen to our valued customers and do some creative market research - what they and their friends like and dislike - it is also a way in which we can reach out to them, have some fun and give them a chance to look like a star!" explains Alan Guo, CEO of LightInTheBox.com.

The online retailer's vast collection continues to attract a growing base of clients from all over the globe. As a result, participants in more than 60 countries participated in the previous Great Hunt. Winner of LightInTheBox.com's previous Great Hunt, Daniela Silva, convinced more than 750 friends to like the wedding dress she selected on Facebook. Ms. Silva won her dream wedding dress, custom-tailored to her dimensions, as her prize. The previous round attracted over 3000 participants and more than 2000 comments posted on over 200 dresses selected on Facebook.

This year was the 63rd edition of the Cannes Film Festival, where 19 films competed for the coveted Palme d'Or prize. Featured films this year included Sir Ridley Scott's Hollywood blockbuster Robin Hood, starring Russell Crowe and Cate Blanchett and Oliver Stone's Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps, starring Michael Douglas, which taps into this year's running theme - the GFC (Global Financial Crisis).

Visit LightInTheBox.com's Official Blog (http://blog.lightinthebox.com/ ) for competition details. The Great Hunt (Round #3) opened on 18 May and closed 24 May.

About LightInTheBox.com

LightInTheBox.com is a leading global online distributor. It offers more than fifty thousand quality products to customers in more than 160 countries, and serves both individual and commercial customers.

Related Links: LightInTheBox.com http://www.lightinthebox.com/ ; LightInTheBox.com's Official Blog: http://blog.lightinthebox.com/ ; LightInTheBox.com's Facebook Fan Page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lightinthebox-Insider/181245226552 ; Clothing and Apparel from LightInThebox.com: http://www.lightinthebox.com/wholesale-Clothing-and-Apparel_c71

Source: LightInTheBox.com
   

CONTACT: Steven Lin, LightInTheBox.com at +86-10-5908-0008 or
stevenlin@lightinthebox.com

Web site: http://www.lightinthebox.com/
http://blog.lightinthebox.com/

JetBrains Empowers Web Developers With PhpStorm 1.0 and WebStorm 1.0

PRAGUE, May 28, 2010--

    - JetBrains Releases Two Full-Featured Development Environments for
Productive Development With PHP, HTML, JavaScript and CSS.

    JetBrains, the creators of intelligent, productivity-enhancing
development tools for developers, expands its line of language-specific IDEs
and announces the general availability of two new products for PHP and Web
development: PhpStorm 1.0 and WebStorm 1.0.

    Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20070118/JBLOGO

    Following the success of JetBrains RubyMine, its first language-specific
IDE for Ruby/Rails, JetBrains chooses PHP, one of the most widely used web
development technologies, as the next area to conquer.

    "Java developers using IntelliJ IDEA and also working with PHP have long
asked us to add PHP language support. We released initial PHP support in
IntelliJ IDEA 9.0 with the plan to create a specific IDE later on," said
Maxim Mossienko, project lead at JetBrains. "While we still plan to keep
IntelliJ IDEA as an ultimate IDE for polyglot programming, the IntelliJ
Platform allows us to easily build language-specific development
environments. PhpStorm and WebStorm are the next installment in this line of
lightweight yet powerful IDEs."

    JetBrains has often been praised for creating the best HTML, CSS and
JavaScript editors. Inheriting these strengths, WebStorm and PhpStorm add new
remarkable features such as project deployment and synchronization over FTP,
to create a great environment for an easier and more productive web
development.

    A key advantage of both WebStorm and PhpStorm is their deep understanding
of code, be it JavaScript, PHP, HTML, or CSS. These IDEs perform a
comprehensive analysis of project code and offer developers best-in-class
code insight, code completion suggestions and project navigation facilities.

   
    PhpStorm 1.0 also provides these key features:

    - Advanced support for PHP development - including smart code completion,
      inspections, refactorings and quick code navigation.

    - Graphical PHP Debugger - with conditional breakpoints, watches and
      smart step-into.

    - PhpUnit testing frameworks support - with a GUI-based test runner.

    Separate personal and commercial licenses are available for WebStorm and
PhpStorm, affordably priced and with significant "introductory" discount
available until September 2010. Each license includes free IDE updates for 1
year after the purchase date, covering even major new releases.

    To learn more about JetBrains WebStorm or JetBrains PhpStorm and download
either product, visit the JetBrains website at http://www.jetbrains.com.

    As usual, free 45-day evaluations of both IDEs are available at
http://www.jetbrains.com/downloads.html.

    About JetBrains

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

    Note to Editors: JetBrains, IntelliJ, IntelliJ IDEA, ReSharper, dotTrace,
RubyMine, and TeamCity are trademarks or registered trademarks of JetBrains,
s.r.o. All other trademarks are the properties of their respective owners.

Source: JetBrains

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

Social Connect® Welcomes Yahoo Personals Users to Facebook App

Social Connect app has lots of cool features, such as sending charms, virtual gifts, rating members, checking out reviews for local hot spots, and our patent-pending platform, The Guardian, for safer dating. Social Connect is already one of the top lifestyle apps on Facebook, and we're growing fast.

PALO ALTO, Calif., May 28 -- VisionSync welcomes Yahoo Personals Users to its recently launched social dating app on Facebook, Social Connect! The Company would be honored and happy to have former Yahoo Daters join its growing membership base that already spans over 60 countries.

Match.com is providing Yahoo Personals members a new home to find quality dates and soul mates. VisionSync acknowledges that Match.com is one of the most outstanding online dating sites, with an impressive success rate and a very large database of first-rate members.

Social Connect on Facebook can serve as a second home to Yahoo Personals users, while also being members of Match.com. "We just launched on Facebook on April 21," states Nikolas Gough, CEO of VisionSync, Inc., "and our Social Connect app has lots of cool features, such as sending charms, virtual gifts, rating members, checking out reviews for local hot spots, and our patent-pending platform, The Guardian, for safer dating. Social Connect is already one of the top lifestyle apps on Facebook, and we're growing fast."

To join Social Connect, you just need to have a Facebook account. You can join by clicking on the link here: http://apps.facebook.com/social_connect/index.php

Some of Social Connect's videos have already gone viral, including "Disaster Dates Before Social Connect" and "10 Reasons Not to Social Connect."

VisionSync believes everyone should expand their boundaries, and it feels Social Connect provides a great way for people to connect better and have mucho fun. Its tag line says, Social Connectors Connect Better.

Match.com will be a fantastic new home for Yahoo Personals Users; however, VisionSync extends an invitation to former Yahoo members also to join Social Connect and to be on the ground level of an exciting app, Social Connect, that offers the possibility of romance, finding study, travel and cuddle buddies, checking into local hot spots, and sending charms and invites to friends and other Social Connectors.

  Go Here To Join Social Connect

  Contact:
  Helle Staal
  VisionSync, Inc.
  650-268-9901

Source: VisionSync, Inc.
   

CONTACT:  Helle Staal, VisionSync, Inc., +1-650-268-9901

New Book Published Using The Natural Page(TM) is the First of Its Kind for the Kindle(TM)

NEW YORK, May 27 -- After nearly two years spent struggling with the Kindle's lack of traditional page numbering, users have a new option. A literary publishing company in New York has released the first book for the Kindle(TM) using what it calls "The Natural Page(TM)".

"The Natural Page(TM) is about 400 words in length, and roughly equivalent to an Executive size piece of paper," says L. Dore, Senior Editor of Forbidden Stitch Press located in Manhattan.  "So if a reader were reading a traditional book which was single-spaced and with a 12 point font, they would see a page number at the bottom of each page.  We took that to the Kindle and included page numbers where they would naturally occur."

The first of its kind for the Kindle(TM), "Spirit In The Sky", is now available for download from the Kindle Store(TM) for $9.95.  It is a murder mystery about a fictional law firm set in Manhattan.

"As I understand it, there is a Kindle Page Numbers Tool which people can use to insert their own page numbers, but that seemed so cumbersome," continued Dore.  "We decided to do the work and came up with the idea of The Natural Page(TM)."

The Natural Page appears in Spirit In The Sky on the lower right hand corner of a virtual page, and looks like this:

(page 18)

If a Kindle(TM) user increases the font size from the smallest font or has a Kindle DX(TM), then The Natural Page(TM) could possibly appear in the middle of a paragraph.

"Users to whom we have shown The Natural Page(TM) like the format, and don't mind the numbers sometimes appearing in the middle of a Kindle(TM) screen," Dore said.  "They much prefer that to not having any page numbers at all."

For more information on The Natural Page(TM), visit http://www.thenaturalpage.com where you can see examples.

The phrase "The Natural Page" was coined by Scott Osman, Global Director, Corporate Social Responsibility, Landor Associates.

The Natural Page is a trademark of Forbidden Stitch Press.

Kindle, Kindle DX and The Kindle Store are trademarks of Amazon Technologies, Inc. or its affiliates.

Source: Forbidden Stitch Press
   

CONTACT:  Lore Dore, Forbidden Stitch Press, +1-212-502-1160,
lore@forbiddenstitchpress.com

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

DISH Network to Become First Pay-TV Provider to Offer Local Broadcast Channels in All 210 Local Television Markets in the United States

Satellite Television Extension and Localism Act of 2010 (STELA) Signed into Law by President Obama

ENGLEWOOD, Colo., May 27 -- DISH Network L.L.C., the fastest-growing pay-TV provider in America, today announced that it plans to launch local broadcast channels in 29 new markets on June 3, 2010, becoming the first and only pay-TV provider to offer local channels to consumers in every market nationwide.  The announcement comes moments after President Obama signed the Satellite Television Extension and Localism Act of 2010 (STELA) into law, which paved the way for DISH Network to take this historic step.

"We are proud to announce that every American will soon have access to their local channels from DISH Network," said Charlie Ergen, Chairman, President and CEO of DISH Network. "While our nearest competitor offers local channels in only 75 percent of local markets, DISH Network is committed to offering consumers in all markets - particularly those living in smaller and rural communities - a full complement of satellite TV services. All Americans, regardless of where they live, deserve access to key in-state news, sports, weather and other programming."

On June 3, DISH Network plans to launch local channels in 29 new markets, introducing to many consumers a choice in television service for the first time ever. These markets include: Alpena, Mich.; Biloxi, Miss.; Binghamton, N.Y.; Bluefield, W.Va.; Bowling Green, Ky.; Columbus, Ga.; Elmira, N.Y.; Eureka, Calif.; Glendive, Mont.; Greenwood, Miss.; Harrisonburg, Va.; Hattiesburg, Miss.; Jackson, Tenn.; Jonesboro, Ark.; Lafayette, Ind.; Lake Charles, La.; Mankato, Minn.; North Platte, Neb.; Ottumwa, Iowa; Parkersburg, W.Va.; Presque Isle, Maine.; Salisbury, Md.; Springfield, Mass.; St. Joseph, Mo.; Utica, N.Y.; Victoria, Texas; Watertown, N.Y.; Wheeling, W.Va.; and Zanesville, Ohio.

The passage of the Satellite Television Extension and Localism Act of 2010 was made possible through the hard work and dedication of many members of Congress, including Chairman Patrick Leahy, U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary; Chairman Jay Rockefeller, U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation; Senator John Kerry, U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation; Chairman John Conyers, U.S. House Committee on the Judiciary; Chairman Henry Waxman, U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee; and Chairman Rick Boucher, U.S. House Energy Subcommittee on Communications, Technology, and the Internet.

"For far too long, consumers in many small or rural markets didn't have access to their local news, weather and sports. One of the principal goals of the Satellite Television Extension and Localism Act was to encourage local television to be made available to all consumers via satellite," said Chairman John Conyers, U.S. House Committee on the Judiciary. "Implementation of the legislation will help make television markets more competitive, and serve the interests of consumers nationwide."

"My major goal in reforming the Satellite Home Viewer Act has been to bring to all 210 local television markets across the nation what we call local-into-local television service through which local TV signals are transmitted by satellite to homes in the market where the TV stations are located," said Chairman Rick Boucher, U.S. House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Communications, Technology, and the Internet. "Today, we have taken the final step in achieving this long held goal, and as a result, satellite TV subscribers everywhere will soon be able to receive both national programming and the local TV stations that serve their area.  With today's presidential signature, on June 3, DISH Network plans to begin serving the many rural markets that lack vital local TV signals. I want to commend the leadership of DISH Network for making this commitment. Millions of homes in America's most rural regions will be the beneficiaries."

For more information about DISH Network's programming packages and local services, visit http://www.dish.com.

About DISH Network

DISH Network L.L.C., a subsidiary of DISH Network Corporation (NASDAQ: DISH), leads the pay-TV industry in technological breakthroughs and provides more than 14.3 million satellite TV customers, as of March 31, 2010, with the highest quality programming and technology at the best value. Customers have access to the most HD channels, the most international channels, state-of-the-art interactive TV applications, and award-winning HD and DVR technology including the ViP 922 SlingLoaded DVR, the world's only DVR with TV Everywhere functionality.  DISH Network Corporation is included in the Nasdaq-100 Index (NDX) and is a Fortune 200 company. Visit http://www.dish.com.

Source: DISH Network L.L.C.
   

CONTACT:  Kathie Gonzalez of DISH Network, +1-720-514-5351,
press@dish.com

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

FordParts.com to Be Featured Sponsor for Wood Brothers' NASCAR Fusion and Tasca Racing NHRA Mustang on June 13

DEARBORN, Mich., May 27 --   --  FordParts.com will be the featured sponsor of two, high-profile Ford
      racing cars in NASCAR and NHRA on June 11-13 weekend.

  --  Bob Tasca III to pilot the FordParts.com Shelby Mustang Nitro Funny
      Car at the NHRA race at Old Bridge Township Raceway Park in
      Englishtown, NJ

  --  Bill Elliott will race the No. 21 FordParts.com Ford Fusion during the
      NASCAR race at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn, MI

Both Wood Brothers Racing and Tasca Racing will alter the paint schemes of their Ford race cars the race weekend of June 11-13, in conjunction with the public launch of the new FordParts.com website.

(Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20100527/DE12338 )

The Wood Brothers' famous No. 21 NASCAR Ford Fusion driven by Bill Elliott, and the Shelby Mustang NHRA Funny Car driven by Bob Tasca III will switch from their familiar red-and-white schemes to the new blue-and-white of FordParts.com.

The new, matching schemes will be seen in person by nearly 150,000 fans at Michigan International Speedway and Old Bridge Township Raceway in New Jersey, as well as millions more on TNT and ESPN, providing FordParts.com with a huge national audience to generate awareness of the new website.

FordParts.com allows repair shops, body shops, fleets, and do-it-yourselfers to shop online, order and receive Genuine Ford and Motorcraft® parts through one site for Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicles.  Once a part is ordered, consumers have the flexibility of choosing in-store pick-up or having the parts delivered to their home or shop.

  FordParts.com features:
  --  An electronic parts catalog containing more than 22,000 technical
      illustrations and 280,000 part numbers
  --  24/7/365 access
  --  VIN-search capability for parts look-up
  --  Comprehensive product and system information
  --  Ability for customers to select the dealer of their choice
  --  Money-saving installer/fleet rebate offers
  --  Flat rate FedEx shipping for packages up to 40 lbs

"FordParts.com allows all users to search and order Genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts with the speed and convenience they've grown accustomed to with their other online shopping experiences," said Brett Wheatley, Director of Marketing, Ford Customer Service Division.  "We're thrilled to launch FordParts.com to the public and show millions of NHRA and NASCAR race fans where and how they can purchase original equipment parts from the Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer of their choice."

Every part available on FordParts.com is recommended by Ford Motor Company and features the trusted Genuine Parts or Motorcraft brand name.  From air-conditioning compressors to wire sets - it's the right fit for any Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle.

About Motorcraft

Motorcraft® offers a complete line of replacement parts that are recommended and approved by Ford Motor Company. From routine maintenance to underhood repairs, Motorcraft parts offer exceptional value with the highest quality and right fit at competitive prices. Motorcraft parts are available nationwide at Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealers, independent distributors, and automotive parts retailers and are backed by Ford Motor Company's Service Parts Limited Warranty. For more information, visit http://www.motorcraft.com.

About Quick Lane Tire & Auto Centers

Quick Lane® provides automotive quick services for all makes and models.  Quick Lane's nationwide network will surpass 600 facilities, each providing the convenience of an aftermarket company (no appointment necessary, service while you wait, evening and weekend hours, competitive prices) with the confidence of a major automotive manufacturer (quality parts, factory-trained technicians).  Quick Lane® is a registered trademark of Ford Motor Company. For more information, visit http://www.quicklane.com.

About FordParts.com

FordParts.com allows customers to shop online, order and receive original equipment parts, connecting to a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership of their choice for the parts expertise, personal delivery assistance, and post-sale follow-up associated with a traditional purchase at a parts counter.  FordParts.com is designed to support anyone who needs to find and buy original equipment Ford parts.  Repair shops, body shops, fleets and do-it-yourselfers will all appreciate the speed and convenience of researching and purchasing Ford parts via this online portal, and the flexibility of choosing in-store pick-up or having the parts delivered.  For more information, visit http://www.fordparts.com.

About Ford Motor Company

Ford Motor Company, a global automotive industry leader based in Dearborn, Mich., manufactures or distributes automobiles across six continents.   With about 176,000 employees and about 80 plants worldwide, the company's brands include Ford, Lincoln, Mercury and, until its sale, Volvo. The company provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company.  For more information regarding Ford's products, please visit http://www.ford.com.

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Source: FordParts.com
   

CONTACT:  Susan Pollack, Motorcraft/Quick Lane Tire & Auto Center,
+1-313-203-7162, +1-313-434-6912, spollack@pcgcampbell.com

Web Site:  http://www.fordparts.com/

Fujitsu Microelectronics Publishes Technical Paper on 56GSa/s Analog-to-Digital Converter Technology for 100Gbps Designs

Details Ultra-fast CMOS ADC Technology Breakthrough for Advanced Telecommunications Applications

SUNNYVALE, Calif., May 27 -- Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today issued a technical paper entitled "The Fujitsu 56GSa/s Analog-to-Digital Converter Enables 100GbE Transport," describing the technology challenges involved in creating a long-haul 100Gbps optical transport network, and the enabling technology developed by Fujitsu for 100Gbps Ethernet and OTU-4 transport systems using coherent receivers.

The paper also describes the forces pushing towards a single-chip CMOS solution for a 100Gbps coherent receiver with four 56GSa/s Analog-to-Digital Converters (ADCs) and a tera-OPS DSP that dissipates tens of watts. The paper concludes with details on Fujitsu's revolutionary CHArge-mode Interleaved Sampler technology (CHAIS), which allows the implementation of extremely fast, high-resolution ADCs in CMOS process technology. This advanced, innovative solution makes it possible to meet the performance and power requirements of long-haul optical systems.

Read the full paper at http://www.fujitsu.com/us/services/edevices/microelectronics/sms/doc/tb_asic_3 .html.

About Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc.

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