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APERIO Systems Emerges from Stealth, Unveils Data Forgery Protection Technology to Defend Critical Industrial Control Systems From Cyber Threats

"Seeing is NOT always believing": Industrial cybersecurity startup protects SCADA systems by detecting and immediately correcting falsified readings for unprecedented operational resilience

HAIFA, Israel, November 15, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    APERIO Systems [http://www.aperio-systems.com ] today emerged from stealth mode,
launching the industry's first technology that detects artificial manipulations of
industrial process data, enabling operators to take real-time corrective action without
service disruption to industrial control systems (ICS). From the rate of gas flow at a
petroleum refinery, to the temperature and spin rates of turbines in a power plant, or the
chlorine level of water supply networks, APERIO Systems' proprietary Data Forgery
Protection(TM) (DFP) technology delivers the last line of defense in protecting critical
SCADA systems against insider and external threats.

    APERIO Systems, already deployed at several sites across EMEA, secured seed funding
from a consortium of private investors, including prominent cybersecurity veterans Doron
Bergerbest-Eilon, Liran Tancman, and Shlomi Boutnaru. Bergerbest-Eilon is renowned for his
role in establishing the agency charged with protecting all critical infrastructure in the
State of Israel and is the former director of the security and protection division of the
Israel Security Agency (ISA). He is currently the founder, president and CEO of ASERO
Worldwide, a security consulting firm. Tancman and Boutnaru, who played key roles in
building Israel's cybersecurity capabilities, founded predictive cybersecurity startup
CyActive, which was acquired by PayPal in 2015.

    "Current solutions focus on keeping hackers outside critical systems, but attacks like
the one that took down the power grid in Ukraine clearly show that sophisticated attackers
will eventually penetrate these systems," said Bergerbest-Eilon. "Once attackers breach a
system, they must blind the operators and protection mechanisms by falsifying data in
order to inflict severe and long-lasting damage. This entirely new category of Data
Forgery Protection (DFP) is the key to keeping our critical infrastructure safe from
attacks."

    Industrial control systems (ICS) are generally outdated from a cybersecurity
perspective, vulnerable and difficult to patch because mission critical systems cannot be
taken offline. While the threat to ICS is growing, critical systems security products on
the market today are intrusive, hard to maintain, costly to integrate, and often produce
vague and unactionable alerts, which cannot be acted upon by critical utility control
rooms.

    "Think of APERIO Systems as a polygraph for process data - it detects when your system
is lying to you," said Yevgeni Nogin, CEO of APERIO Systems. "With the unrelenting
tenacity of cybercriminals, critical infrastructure breaches are inevitable. By
guaranteeing the authenticity and integrity of operational data, APERIO Systems ensures
that operators always know what's really going on, enabling them to react quickly to a
breach and take corrective action - making the critical systems resilient to the most
dangerous of attacks."

    APERIO Systems' advanced proprietary algorithms search for the data's unique
fingerprints and validate its authenticity. Any mismatches generate an alert and APERIO
Systems pinpoints the attacked equipment and forged process data. Using a sophisticated
combination of physics and state-of-the-art machine learning techniques, APERIO Systems
reconstructs the real values of the forged operational data and reverts it to its original
state in real time - establishing unprecedented operational resilience.

    How APERIO Systems Protects Critical Infrastructure Control Systems 

    Both internal and external attackers can penetrate the most critical infrastructures,
causing severe and long lasting damage. In order to do so, they must hide their malicious
activity and deceive plant operators by forging the reported values of critical devices
- remaining undetected and preventing timely corrective action. APERIO Systems' Data
Forgery Protection technology immediately exposes forged system readings to safeguard
critical control systems and allow quick and effective remediation.

    APERIO Systems provides:

    - Data Forgery Protection (DFP):

    Validates integrity and authenticity of reported signals to provide operators with
true state awareness, enabling them to take corrective action in real time.

    - Process Continuity: 

    Enables trust in the most critical data and provides resilience when attacked.

    - Operational Alerts:

    Fast, actionable, specific and accurate alerts integrate cybersecurity into
operational emergency procedures, allowing operators to mitigate permanent damage.

    - Accurate and Relevant: 

    Alerts operators only when the reported process state does not reflect the plant's
real situation - providing an extremely low false alert rate.

    - Minimized Risk: 

    Passive and non-intrusive system minimizes operational risks, as well as installation
and maintenance costs.

    -Counters Insider Threats: 

    Protects the plant's process continuity from both external and internal actors.

    APERIO Systems is led by a veteran executive team with roots in the elite units of the
Israel Defense Forces (IDF), as well as top cybersecurity and industrial companies:

    - Yevgeni Nogin, CEO - a graduate of the elite "Talpiot" IDF military academy served
over nine years in elite intelligence and R&D units of the IDF, and brings expertise in
SCADA systems security.

    - Michael Shalyt, VP Product - a graduate of the "Psagot" IDF academic program and
served as leading researcher and team leader in the elite 8200 unit. Prior to joining
APERIO Systems, he led the malware research team at Check Point.

    - Itay Baruchi, Head of Algorithms -  served as director of Industrial MRI, where he
worked closely with several of the biggest oil and gas drilling companies. Before that, he
founded and served as CTO of Pythagoras Solar.

    - Charles Tresser, Chief Scientific Officer -  a world renowned expert in dynamical
systems. Tresser is one of the world's leading experts in chaos theory and formerly
Director of Research at IBM and France's National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS). 

    About Aperio Systems 

    APERIO Systems secures critical control systems with a last line of defense against
both internal and external cyber threats and malicious actors. APERIO Systems uses
statistical physics and state-of-the-art machine learning techniques to detect operational
data forgery attempts and reconstruct the true state of industrial control systems in real
time. APERIO Systems enables unprecedented resilience and operational integrity for
critical infrastructure such as power plants, water and waste control, manufacturing, oil
and gas, energy, transportation, pharma, and food and beverage. More information
at http://www.aperio-systems.com

       
         
        Media Contact: 
        Leron Kornreich 
        Silicon Valley Communications 
        leron@siliconvpr.com 
        +1-415-937-1724 

     

Aperio Systems

Playster Rolls Out Revamped 'Combo Box', Unveils Playster8 Android Tablet

The multimedia streaming platform offers new 12-month subscribers a complimentary tablet and headphones.

MONTREAL, Nov. 15, 2016 /PRNewswire/ - Playster, the world's first all-in-one entertainment app, continues shaking up the streaming industry with the introduction of its revamped hardware offering. The Playster 'Combo Box' contains an eight-inch Android tablet and HD headphones and is sent to all new 12-month subscribers in North America and Europe, free of charge. Paired with the Playster service, which offers unlimited access to books, audiobooks, music, movies, TV shows and games, it creates the ultimate entertainment experience. 

"Combining a digital platform with custom hardware might seem unconventional, but given the success of our 'Combo Box', we now know this is something that was lacking in the streaming space, which entertainment lovers really want," says Playster CEO Philip Keezer. 

After selling out of its initial run of 13,000 Playster7 tablets, Playster has returned with a bigger, faster and all-around better offering. The Playster8 tablet features an eight-inch screen with 1280x800 resolution, as well as 16GB of storage, a microSD slot, dual cameras and Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and G-Sensor capabilities.

The 'Combo Box' also includes compact HD headphones, as well as the necessary USB cables and power adapter. What's more, the tablet comes preloaded with Modern Combat 5: Blackout, the No. 1 action FPS game on Android, and has all the unrestricted capabilities of the best tablets on the market.

Playster is an all-in-one entertainment platform that provides unlimited, ad-free access to its entire catalog for just $24.95 per month. Home to millions of songs, books, audiobooks, movies, TV shows and games, Playster can be accessed via its custom iOS and Android apps, as well as through any web browser.

To learn more, visit http://www.playster.com.

About Playster
Playster is an online streaming service that takes care of everything: books, audiobooks, music, movies and games. Boasting the world's most diverse digital catalog, Playster gives members unlimited access to all of their favorite entertainment in one place. The service is accessible via Playster's website, as well as custom Android and iOS apps, from virtually any Internet-enabled device.

SOURCE  Playster

Playster

CONTACT: Press Contact: Barbara Pavone, Playster, barbara@playster.com

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

Total Phase Redefines the Way USB Type-C Cables are Tested with First Comprehensive Cable Tester on the Market

Advanced Cable Tester is the Quickest, Most Convenient and Affordable Way for USB Cable Manufacturers and Personal Electronics Device Product Developers to Test USB Type-C Cables

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Nov. 15, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Total Phase, a leading provider of affordable test and measurement equipment for embedded systems, announced today the addition of a new product to its portfolio, the Advanced Cable Tester(TM) application.

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Test and validation of USB Type-C cables is essential due to their additional complexity.  Their ability to carry up to 100 watts increases the risk of fire and liability, which means that complete testing of these new cables is critical. However, traditional USB cable testing equipment is costly, time-consuming and not equipped to test the full breadth of functionality. The Total Phase Advanced Cable Tester will make testing these cables possible at a fraction of the price, set-up time and labor versus any alternative solutions.

    --  Accelerates the adoption of USB Type-C technology: Designed to provide
        thorough continuity testing, DC resistance measurement for safe
        operation and reliability plus signal integrity for performance, the
        Advanced Cable Tester provides rapid spot-checking of cables,
        easy-to-understand results and comprehensive test coverage for
        laboratory and manufacturing environments. This ensures every cable
        meets safety and performance parameters.
    --  Delivers convenient, affordable testing: The Advanced Cable Tester
        enables essential testing without expensive scopes, custom fixtures and
        highly trained personnel, saving hundreds of thousands of dollars.
    --  Enabling comprehensive tests in manufacturing: Enabling affordable and
        comprehensive testing in manufacturing to mitigate the risk of costly
        recalls and associated brand and reputation damage.
Gil Ben-Dov, CEO of Total Phase, said: "The USB Type-C cable is the most technically advanced cable available. Coupling high voltage and current with 10 Gbps data rates in a single cable creates a much higher level of complexity. While a cable's design may be certified, manufacturing problems can cause a host of issues, from poor performance all the way to damage of connected devices. The reality is that one bad cable can ruin a device, along with a company's reputation. The Advanced Cable Tester solves these issues by enabling essential testing with minimal overhead, thereby helping companies protect their brand."

About Total Phase
Total Phase manufactures user-friendly, powerful and affordable USB, I2C, SPI, eSPI and CAN development and manufacturing tools. Total Phase tools combine best-of-breed features; Windows, Linux and Mac OS X support; a royalty-free API; and excellent customer support, making them perfect additions to any engineer's toolbox. Visit http://www.totalphase.com for more information.

Media Contacts:
Rebecca Parr

Nadel Phelan, Inc.

831-440-2404
rebecca@nadelphelan.com

Yvonne Smith

Marketing Manager

(408) 850-6559
yvonne@totalphase.com

Sales Inquiries:
(408) 850-6501
sales@totalphase.com

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

Romcard E-Wallet Integrated in the New Carrefour Pay Application

MUNICH and BUCHAREST, Romania, November 15, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    Carrefour Romania integrated the Romcard e-wallet in the new mobile application
Carrefour Pay, available in all its Romanian network stores.

    Carrefour Pay, available for both Android and iOS, allows a safe and quick payment at
the cash register, only by a QR code scanning. Also, the app allows checking a product
price, by scanning the barcode, and generating a fiscal invoice that can be sent on any
chosen email address.

    Romcard is managing an important part of the Carrefour pay application: cards and
users registration, the processing of the transactions generated with the cards enrolled
in the e-wallet and the users' database management, everything in a highly secured
environment. 

    Established in 1994, Romcard, part of Provus Group, which is a subsidiary of Wirecard
AG, is the first card processing service provider in Romania and the only full 3D-Secure
entity in Romania, certified by both Visa and MasterCard.

    "We are very delighted that Carrefour has chosen Romcard. With this, we provide the
basis for state-of-the-art mobile payment solutions that will fundamentally change payment
in countries like Romania", said Utku Orgendil, Managing Director of Provus Group.

    Romcard e-wallet is a modern and secured solution for storing and using cards, in a
certified PCI-DSS environment. The solution is very flexible and scalable and can be
integrated in any cash register solution.

    About Wirecard:  

    Wirecard AG is a global technology group that supports companies in accepting
electronic payments from all sales channels. As a leading independent supplier, the
Wirecard Group offers outsourcing and white label solutions for electronic payments. A
global platform bundles international payment acceptances and methods with supplementary
fraud prevention solutions. With regard to issuing own payment instruments in the form of
cards or mobile payment solutions, the Wirecard Group provides companies with an
end-to-end infrastructure, including the requisite licences for card and account products.
Wirecard AG is listed on the Frankfurt Securities Exchange (TecDAX, ISIN DE0007472060,
WDI). For further information about Wirecard, please visit http://www.wirecard.com or
follow us on twitter @wirecard.

    About Carrefour:  

    Carrefour, one of the largest French hypermarket chains in the world was introduced to
the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) market in 1995 by Majid Al Futtaim, the leading
shopping mall, retail and leisure pioneer across MENA. Carrefour has become the most
dynamic, fast-moving and exciting hypermarket chain in the region and shared its growth
with more than 21,000 employees from more than 68 nationalities in 12 countries, providing
shoppers with variety and value-for-money. Carrefour ensures customer satisfaction and
everyday convenience while offering unbeatable value for money with a vast array of more
than 100,000 products, shoppers can purchase items for their every need, whether home
electronics or fresh fruits from around the world, to locally produced items. Carrefour
currently operates over 55 hypermarkets and over 50 supermarkets and one web store in 12
countries across the MENA region and will extend to include 38 countries in the Middle
East, Central Asia, Africa and Russia. By 2018, Majid Al Futtaim Retail expects to reach
140 hypermarkets and 210 supermarkets and expand its territory in 6 new markets.

       
         
        Wirecard media contact: 

         
        Wirecard AG 
        Jana Tilz 
        Tel.:  +49(0)89-4424-1363 
        E-Mail: jana.tilz@wirecard.com 

     

Wirecard AG

Thuraya Unlocks Power of Convergence and Sets New Standards With World's First Dual Mode, Dual SIM Phone

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 15, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

Flexibility and choice: Thuraya XT-PRO DUAL delivers convergence you can customize

Leading Mobile Satellite Services (MSS) operator Thuraya Telecommunications today made further advances in satellite phone capability with the launch of the world's first dual mode, dual SIM phone.

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The Thuraya XT-PRO DUAL bridges the gap between satellite and terrestrial communications, allowing users to move seamlessly in and out of terrestrial coverage to enjoy connectivity in any location. With a dedicated SIM slot for satellite communications and a second one for GSM communications, Thuraya's latest groundbreaking handset transforms usability and choice. Users can opt for a Thuraya SIM card and their GSM card, or select any combination of SIM cards that meets their requirements.

Versatility has been taken to unprecedented levels, too. The new handset's 'Always On' capability lets users alternate between calls effortlessly, ensuring they are always reachable on both the satellite and the terrestrial networks. Callers can be contacted on their GSM number even while on an active satellite call - and vice versa.

Bilal Hamoui, Chief Commercial Officer at Thuraya, said: "The XT-PRO DUAL represents a major advance in convergence. This is the world's best satellite phone. Its dual SIM, dual mode capability delivers unprecedented flexibility, which opens up new levels of value to end users. Once again, Thuraya has delivered a dramatic step forward in satellite communications capability, driven by market demands."

Thuraya's superior network enables clear communications and uninterrupted coverage across two thirds of the globe by satellite and across the whole planet through its unique GSM roaming capabilities, with 389 agreements already in place.

Thuraya continues to add new channels to market and extend existing partnerships. Hamoui said: "MNOs (mobile network operators) around the world can offer their customers a first-of-a-kind service focusing on the benefits of being constantly connected, even when traveling."

The Thuraya XT-PRO DUAL is designed for users who frequently move in and out of terrestrial coverage, like government missions, and oil and gas refinery and exploration companies, both on and offshore. The world's most advanced satellite phone will also appeal to NGOs, SMEs and large scale enterprise companies, as well as VIPs and consumers alike.

Thuraya's comprehensive satellite network provides reliable, clear and uninterrupted communications in more than 160 countries across Europe, Africa, Asia and Australia; and in GSM-mode the Thuraya XT-PRO DUAL supports most 2G/3G frequencies across the world.

The emphasis on flexibility continues with the Thuraya XT-PRO DUAL's advanced navigation capabilities through GPS, BeiDou, Glonass and Galileo. Users of the Thuraya XT-PRO DUAL can also share current coordinates, enter waypoints to navigate to specific positions using the electronic compass, and use position logging.

In another industry first, the handset's advanced tracking capabilities offer three different options, based on preset time intervals, distance travelled, and detection of movement outside a preset geofence. The geofencing process is simplicity itself, using any three to seven coordinates of the user's choice. For full and secure control, all tracking functions are user-activated, and cannot be initiated or controlled by unwelcome external entities.

The Thuraya XT-PRO DUAL's battery delivers up to 11 hours of talk and 100 hours of standby time. Performance and reliability are further enhanced by the SOS emergency button. The handset also benefits from a highly ruggedized shockproof, water and dust resistant body, and glare resistant Gorilla glass display.

"Satellite handset technology just got a whole lot better," Hamoui said. "The end user has never before been presented with such flexibility, convenience and value."

Contact:  Rim Farouk Sadek +971 (0)4 448 8863 / rim.sadek@thuraya.com

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SOURCE  Thuraya Telecommunications Company

Thuraya Telecommunications Company

Now Anyone Can Afford A Safer and Entertaining Drive with Pioneer's New Car Receivers

TEL AVIV, Israel, Nov. 15, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Pioneer Electronics AsiaCentre (Pioneer), a leading car audio specialist, today unveiled its most affordable car audio receivers for its 2017 lineup - the 2-DIN AVH-295BT and AVH-195DVD. Incorporating a USB, CD and DVD player in addition to various enhancements, these multimedia powerhouses offer an amazing entertainment value for today's driver.

"With mobile devices and digital media becoming ubiquitous, we truly believe in giving our customers the best user experience available today. That is why we have refined these 2017 models to reflect changing market needs and trends," said Mr. Takao Chiba, Deputy General Manager of Business Planning and Marketing Division, Sales & Marketing Group, Pioneer Electronics AsiaCentre.

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The new Pioneer receivers pack the following new features:

UNINTERRUPTED WIRELESS ENTERTAINMENT

The AVH-295BT with Bluetooth connectivity now supports AVRCP version 1.5 function. By wirelessly connecting a Bluetooth-enabled smartphone to the AVH-295BT, users will be able to browse their personal music library and control music playback directly utilising the head unit - enabling them to safely stow away their phones without interrupting music flow and enjoyment.

CRYSTAL-CLEAR AND RESPONSIVE DISPLAY

A common feature is a large and crisp 6.2-inch clear type touch panel, combining a wide-viewing angle that enhances visibility with superb screen sensitivity. This ensures optimal picture quality for watching DVD movies and video clips, as well as a truly responsive user interface (UI).

CUSTOMISABLE AND USER-FRIENDLY UI

The background of the UI can now be customised through a set of preloaded wallpapers, allowing users to add a personal touch to the responsive and powerful yet intuitive graphical interface.

INTELLIGENT STEERING WHEEL CONTROL

With an integrated learning function, users can assign selected functions of the receiver to different buttons on the Pioneer steering wheel remote control([1]), significantly improving overall safety and convenience for the driver.

The Pioneer AVH-295BT and AVH-195DVD are now available at all Pioneer authorised dealers in Indonesia, the Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka, and Thailand. They will also be launched soon in Malaysia and Vietnam. Please check with your local Pioneer office for more information.

    [1] Pioneer steering wheel
     remote control units are
     sold separately
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For more updates on these products, please visit the Pioneer Car Entertainment Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/PioneerCarEntertainment/.

Additional notes:

    --  Read the product's operation manual as well as all instructions and
        cautions provided with Pioneer products and available content before
        use.
    --  Do not use your Pioneer system if doing so will divert your attention in
        any way from the safe operation of your vehicle. Always observe safe
        driving rules. In some countries, certain operations of devices while
        driving may be illegal. Where such regulations apply, they must be
        obeyed.
    --  Bluetooth® functionality requires a compatible Bluetooth-enabled mobile
        phone. Certain Bluetooth features may not be supported by all compatible
        Bluetooth-enabled devices, and/or the functionality of such features may
        be limited in certain devices or by certain wireless carriers.
    --  BLUETOOTH® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
    --  All other brand, product names, or logos may be trademarks or registered
        trademarks of their respective holders.
About Pioneer Electronics AsiaCentre (PAC) Pte. Ltd.

The regional headquarters of Pioneer Corporation since 1992, Pioneer's core business is in car audio visual. Pioneer aims to be a leading aftermarket manufacturer and supplier to leading car brands, providing comprehensive infotainment solutions for in-car, by developing next-generation devices and innovative cloud services for the growing connected car market. For more information, please visit http://www.pioneer.com.sg.

Contact:
Shay Sade

972-3-6951538

972-52-3667478
shay@udt.co.il

Pioneer Electronics

Web Site: http://www.pioneer.com.sg

Microchip Launches New Generation of 8-bit AVR(R) MCUs with Core Independent Peripherals

New series is supported by START to optimise software support and includes rich features in 4 KB and 8 KB Flash

BANGKOK, Nov. 15, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --Microchip Technology Inc. [NASDAQ: MCHP], a leading provider of microcontroller (MCU), mixed-signal, analog and Flash-IP solutions, has released a new generation of 8-bit tinyAVR MCUs. The four new devices range from 14 to 24 pins and 4 KB to 8 KB of Flash and are the first tinyAVR microcontrollers to feature Core Independent Peripherals (CIPs). The new devices will be supported by START, an innovative online tool for intuitive, graphical configuration of embedded software projects.

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"This announcement is very important to Microchip as it represents the coming together of the two most powerful 8-bit MCU brands under one roof," said Steve Sanghi, CEO and Chairman of the Board of Microchip Technology Inc. "Customers love both PIC(®) and AVR(®) MCUs and Microchip is re-energising new product development to not only continue to support, but to grow the esteemed AVR portfolio."

The new ATtiny817/816/814/417 devices provide all the right features to help drive product innovation including small, low pin count and feature-rich packaging in 4 KB or 8 KB of Flash memory. Other integrated features include: a CIP called Peripheral Touch Controller (PTC); Event System for peripheral co-operation; custom programmable logic blocks; self-programming for firmware upgrades; non-volatile data storage; 20 MHz internal oscillator; high-speed serial communication with USART; operating voltages ranging from 1.8 V to 5.5 V; 10-bit ADC with internal voltage references; and sleep currents at less than 100 nA in power down mode with SRAM retention.

"As the number one provider of 8-bit MCUs with our broad portfolio of PIC, AVR and 8051 MCU cores, we are committed to providing our customers with more products that can help differentiate their designs," said Steve Drehobl, vice president of Microchip's MCU8 division. "By adding innovative capabilities like Core Independent Peripherals, interconnected analog and intuitive graphic design support that have been available on PIC MCUs for some time, we are continuing to provide our AVR MCU customers with the right tools to innovate and get to market fast."

CIPs allow the peripherals to operate independently of the core; including serial communication and analog peripherals. Together with the Event System, that allows peripherals to communicate without using the CPU, applications can be optimised at a system level. This lowers power consumption and increases throughput and system reliability.

Accompanying the release of the four new devices, Microchip is adding support for the new AVR family in START, the online tool to configure software components and tailor embedded applications. This tool is free of charge and offers an optimised framework that allows the user to focus on adding differentiating features to their application.

For more information about Microchip's new AVR microcontrollers and supporting tools visit http://www.atmel.com/tinyAVR.

Development and support

To help accelerate evaluation and development, a new Xplained Mini Kit is available. The Xplained Mini Kit is also compatible with the Arduino kit ecosystem. The kit can be used for standalone development and is fully supported by the software development tools, START and Studio 7.

Availability

The new generation of 8-bit tinyAVR MCUs is available in mass production today in QFN and SOIC packaging. Devices are available in 4 KB and 8 KB Flash variants for 10K units. For additional information, contact any Microchip sales representative or authorised worldwide distributor.

Resources

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About Atmel

Atmel is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Microchip Technology Inc.

About Microchip Technology

Microchip Technology Inc. (NASDAQ: MCHP) is a leading provider of microcontroller, mixed-signal, analog and Flash-IP solutions, providing low-risk product development, lower total system cost and faster time to market for thousands of diverse customer applications worldwide. Headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, Microchip offers outstanding technical support along with dependable delivery and quality. For more information, visit the Microchip website at http://www.microchip.com.

Note: The Microchip name and logo, the Microchip logo, PIC, AVR and the Atmel name and logo are registered trademarks of Microchip Technology Incorporated in the U.S.A. and other countries. All other trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their respective companies.

For more information, please contact:

Daphne Yuen (Microchip): (+852) 2943 5115
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TYAN Displays HPC Platforms for Enterprises and Data Centers to Accelerate HPC Market Growth at SC16

A variety of HPC platforms supporting Intel®  Xeon® processor E7-8800 v3/v4 and Intel® Xeon®  E5-2600 v3/v4 optimized for High Performance Data Analytics, Visualization and Intensive Computing

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Nov. 15, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- TYAN(®), an industry-leading server platform design manufacturer and subsidiary of MiTAC Computing Technology Corporation, is showcasing a wide range of HPC server platforms optimized for enterprise, storage and data center applications at SC16 this week in Salt Lake City's Salt Palace Convention Center.

TYAN's comprehensive HPC platforms span a wide range of hardware specifications. The Intel(®) Xeon(®) E7-based, 4U quad-socket FT76-B7922 offers a memory capacity of 6TB and supports up to 4x Intel(®) Xeon Phi(TM) coprocessors for the most demanding HPC users; the Intel(®) Xeon(®) E5-based, 4U dual-socket FT77C-B7079 supports up to 8x Intel Xeon Phi coprocessors for highly parallelized application deployment, the 2U dual-socket TA80-B7071 supports up to 4x Intel Xeon Phi coprocessors for large-scale production deployment in various high performance computing segments; and the 1U dual-socket GA80-B7081 supports up to 3x Intel Xeon Phi coprocessors for ISVs, universities, and small businesses looking for parallelized application development or proof of concept solution deployment.

"In order to address a diversity of HPC applications in the market and accelerate HPC market growth, TYAN offers multiple configurations of different products incorporating Intel Xeon CPU and coprocessor technologies, and brings maximum performance per watt to power HPC jobs," said Danny Hsu, Vice President of MiTAC Computing Technology Corporation's TYAN Business Unit.

Exhibits also include cloud computing and storage server platforms that are widely deployed in hyper-scale data centers for distributed file system and big data applications. The GT86A-B7083, GT24B-B7076, and GT62B-B7076 are three 1U server platforms that support dual-socket Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3/v4 processors for major computing tasks, and the GT24B-B5542 is a 1U server implementation that features a single-socket Intel(®) Xeon(®) E3-1200 v5 processor for cost-effective and volume-based deployment.

TYAN's storage server platforms, featuring cost-effective storage expansion and improved data storage capability, include the TN70B-B7086 supporting up to 12x 3.5"/2.5" hot-swap drive bays with up to 4 NVMe drive support; the GT56-B7086 supporting up to 10x 2.5" hot-swap drive bays; and the JBOD TN70J-E3250 supporting up to 12x 3.5"/ 2.5" hot-swap drive bays as storage expansion.

TYAN HPC Platforms Exhibit at SC16

    --  4U/4-Coprocessor FT76-B7922 - Intel Xeon processor E7-8800/4800
        v3/v4-based platform with support for up to 4x Intel Xeon Phi
        coprocessor modules, 96x DDR4 DIMM slots, and up to 8x SFF hot-swap SAS
        12Gb/s.
    --  4U/8-Coprocessor FT77C-B7079 - Intel Xeon processor E5-2600 v3/v4-based
        platform with support for up to 8x Intel Xeon Phi coprocessor modules
        and 24x DDR4 DIMM slots.
    --  2U/4-Coprocessor TA80-B7071 - Intel Xeon processor E5-2600 v3/v4-based
        platform with support for up to 4x Intel Xeon Phi coprocessor modules
        and 16x DDR4 DIMM slots.
    --  1U/3-Coprocessor GA80-B7081 - Intel Xeon processor E5-2600 v3/v4-based
        platform with support up to 3x Intel Xeon Phi coprocessor modules and
        16x DDR4 DIMM slots.
SOURCE  MiTAC Computing - TYAN

MiTAC Computing - TYAN

CONTACT: Fenny Chen, +886-2-2652-5888 x1326   Fenny.chen@mic.com.tw

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

"DRIVETHEARC" EV Fast Charging Corridor Breaks Ground In Northern California

From Monterey to Lake Tahoe, 50 New EV Fast Chargers to be Installed at over 20 Locations

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Nov. 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --DRIVETHEARC, a corridor of electric vehicle (EV) fast charging stations spanning from Monterey to Lake Tahoe, broke ground today with a ribbon cutting ceremony in El Dorado Hills, Calif. A joint international project promoted by Japan's largest public R&D management organization, the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO), under the agreement between NEDO and the State of California Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development, and in partnership with Nissan Motor Co., Nissan North America, Kanematsu and EVgo, DRIVETHEARC aims to increase the ease of long-distance EV travel along one of California's most important travel arteries while studying EV use and driving patterns through a smartphone app that will provide a user-friendly charging experience.

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Announced at a press conference alongside the ribbon cutting ceremony at the DRIVETHEARC Station at Raley's in El Dorado Hills, Calif. - which will host four DRIVETHEARC EV fast chargers - dignitaries from NEDO, Nissan, Kanematsu, EVgo and various California state government offices gathered to share details of the fast charging corridor and its potential impact in forwarding EV adoption in California. The project to collect and analyze data will be completed in September 2020, while installation of the 50 fast chargers along the corridor is expected to be completed by March 2017. This will provide drivers with multiple fast charging points per site at the more than 20 high-traffic locations that are part of the project.

"NEDO is committed to its best efforts to realize the objective of the demonstration project with Go-Biz and other California government agency (CEC, CARB, CalEPA, CPUC) support, EVgo's cooperation as the local partner, and through Nissan and Kanematsu's expertise and partnership in the execution of this project," said Makoto Watanabe, Executive Director of NEDO. "We would like to contribute to solving environmental problems by promoting EV use, which will lead to reduced greenhouse gas emissions, and truly hope that we will be able to help create sustainable EV societies in the future."

An integrated international cooperation, NEDO is funding the DRIVETHEARC corridor as part of its mission to improve energy conservation and promote new energy technologies, as well to help facilitate government relations, research and information exchange between the U.S. and Japan. In partnership with Kanematsu, a DRIVETHEARC smartphone app is also in development and will provide users with key real-time convenience features such as navigation to charging stations within cruising range and will help reduce charge waiting times with charger vacancy information. Captured driving stats will be available to users, and Nissan, Kanematsu, EVgo and NEDO will analyze and measure charger use patterns to better inform future EV charging projects globally.

"This network of convenient fast-charging stations will make it easier for more consumers to choose fun-to-drive and economical electric cars," said CARB Chair Mary D. Nichols. "NEDO's investment in DRIVETHEARC will make intercity EV travel a breeze, and by putting more zero-emission vehicles onto our roads and highways, will help California meet our clean air and climate targets."

"We are incredibly excited to see the DRIVETHEARC project come to life, executing the MOU signed by NEDO and GO-Biz to help build an infrastructure that supports California's ambitious goal of putting 1.5 million zero emission vehicles on the road by 2025," said GO-Biz director Panorea Avdis. "We commend NEDO, Nissan, EVgo and Kanematsu for their commitment, collaboration, and execution and look forward to continuing our work together to build the California ZEV market."

As the global leader in EV sales, Nissan is also partnering in DRIVETHEARC as part of the automaker's 'Infrastructure for All' strategy. Nissan has played a leading role in growing the number of EV fast charging stations in the U.S. from 250 stations in 2013, to an anticipated 2,000 stations by 2017. This provides Nissan LEAF drivers with access to the largest metro area network of fast charging stations in the country. The DRIVETHEARC corridor enhances the existing EV infrastructure Nissan has supported as part of its No Charge to Charge promotion, by connecting the metro areas of Monterey, the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento and Lake Tahoe.

"Nissan is determined to widely spread EV use to help benefit the environment on global basis. The U.S. is among the top markets in the world for EV sales, and California represents a staggering 40 percent of all EV sales in the country, making the state the catalyst for furthering the adoption of EVs into the future," said Hitoshi Kawaguchi, Chief Sustainability Officer of Nissan Motor. "An adequate public charging network is one of the key factors for EV expansion. Northern California has a diverse geography but until now did not possess a true inter-city EV fast charging network. We are excited to implement this network and study EV use in Northern California so that we can apply the lessons we learn to future fast charging network projects around the world."

As a global trading house with expertise in the electronics and information technologies business, Kanematsu has been collaborating with Nissan and EVgo to release the new DRIVETHEARC smartphone app. The DRIVETHEARC smartphone app is designed for the DRIVETHEARC stations and the EVgo stations. It navigates EV drivers to optimal stations based on cruising range and charging station status. The app enables EV drivers to monitor the real-time status of the charging stations, select an appropriate station, and charge their EVs using the app's authorization process or conventional payment authorization methods. The EV cruising range feature based on NissanConnect Data Link Service will be available in the spring of 2017.

As the local partner of the project, EVgo is managing the installation of the DRIVETHEARC infrastructure with the deployment of 50 EV fast charging stations at over 20 convenient locations. Fast charging stations are being installed at key high-traffic retail partners along the route to create a true inter-city charging network that will encourage long-distance EV travel in Northern California. The corridor represents the newest addition to EVgo's national network of over 800 EV fast charging stations across 66 markets.

"We are thrilled to have the opportunity to provide the charging infrastructure, expertise and hardware for the DRIVETHEARC fast charging corridor, and to be working with such a fantastic group of global partners on this project," said Terry O'Day, Vice President, Product Strategy and Market Development at EVgo. "Our aim is to encourage the feasibility of long-range EV travel in California and provide EV drivers with a convenient, low-cost inter-city charging network that will pave the way for future EV integration in the state."

The DRIVETHEARC fast charging corridor is expected be completed in March 2017. For more information about the DRIVETHEARC project and app, please visit: http://www.drivethearc.com

About NEDO
NEDO is Japan's largest public R&D management organization. It was established as a semi-governmental organization in 1980 to promote the development and introduction of new energy technologies. Since its establishment, NEDO has undertaken technology development and conducted demonstration projects with the mission of addressing energy and global environmental problems, and enhancing industrial technology.http://www.nedo.go.jp/english/index.html

About Nissan Motor Co.
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., Japan's second-largest automotive company, is headquartered in Yokohama, Japan, and is part of the Renault-Nissan Alliance. Operating with more than 247,500 employees globally, Nissan sold 5.32 million vehicles and generated revenue of 11.38 trillion yen (USD 103.6 billion) in fiscal year 2014. Nissan delivers a comprehensive range of more than 60 models under the Nissan, Infiniti and Datsun brands. Nissan leads the world in zero-emission mobility, dominated by sales of the LEAF, the first mass-market, pure-electric vehicle. It is the best-selling EV in history with almost 50% share of the zero-emission vehicle segment. For more information on our products, services and commitment to sustainable mobility, visit our website at http://www.nissan-global.com/EN/.

About Nissan North America
In North America, Nissan's operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. Nissan is dedicated to improving the environment under the Nissan Green Program and has been recognized annually by the U.S Environmental Protection Agency as an ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year since 2010. More information on Nissan in North America and the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at http://www.NissanUSA.com.com and http://www.InfinitiUSA.com, or visit the U.S. media sites NissanNews.com and InfinitiNews.com.

About Kanematsu Corporation
Kanematsu Corporation, Japan's major trading company having 127 years of history, is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. By multiplying business networks in Japan and overseas with extensive experience in general trading, information-gathering, market cultivation, business incubation and project-forming, risk management and logistics, Kanematsu is committed to creating new businesses as a value creator. Kanematsu is supplying varied products and services in a wide range of businesses across four divisions including Electronics & Devices, Foods & Grain, Steel, Materials & Plant and Motor Vehicles & Aerospace. For more information on Kanematsu businesses and services, visit our website at http://www.kanematsu.co.jp/en/

About EVgo
EVgo leads America's electric vehicle revolution. Our mission: Build the nation's largest EV charging network while improving the planet and boosting the economy. We put the right chargers in the right places. Together we unite the EV movement for all, making it unstoppable. EVgo provides access to hundreds of public charging sites across the United States. To find out more, or to join the EVgo network, visit http://www.evgo.com. Connect with EVgo on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.

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Now Anyone Can Afford A Safer and Entertaining Drive with Pioneer's New Car Receivers

SINGAPORE, Nov. 15, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Pioneer Electronics AsiaCentre (Pioneer), a leading car audio specialist, today unveiled its most affordable car audio receivers for its 2017 lineup -- the 2-DIN AVH-295BT and AVH-195DVD. Incorporating a USB, CD and DVD player in addition to various enhancements, these multimedia powerhouses offer an amazing entertainment value for today's driver.

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"With mobile devices and digital media becoming ubiquitous, we truly believe in giving our customers the best user experience available today. That is why we have refined these 2017 models to reflect changing market needs and trends," said Mr. Takao Chiba, Deputy General Manager of Business Planning and Marketing Division, Sales & Marketing Group, Pioneer Electronics AsiaCentre.

The new Pioneer receivers pack the following new features:

UNINTERRUPTED WIRELESS ENTERTAINMENT

The AVH-295BT with Bluetooth connectivity now supports AVRCP version 1.5 function. By wirelessly connecting a Bluetooth-enabled smartphone to the AVH-295BT, users will be able to browse their personal music library and control music playback directly utilising the head unit -- enabling them to safely stow away their phones without interrupting music flow and enjoyment.

CRYSTAL-CLEAR AND RESPONSIVE DISPLAY

A common feature is a large and crisp 6.2-inch clear type touch panel, combining a wide-viewing angle that enhances visibility with superb screen sensitivity. This ensures optimal picture quality for watching DVD movies and video clips, as well as a truly responsive user interface (UI).

CUSTOMISABLE AND USER-FRIENDLY UI

The background of the UI can now be customised through a set of preloaded wallpapers, allowing users to add a personal touch to the responsive and powerful yet intuitive graphical interface.

INTELLIGENT STEERING WHEEL CONTROL

With an integrated learning function, users can assign selected functions of the receiver to different buttons on the Pioneer steering wheel remote control([1]), significantly improving overall safety and convenience for the driver.

The Pioneer AVH-295BT and AVH-195DVD are now available at all Pioneer authorised dealers in Indonesia, the Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka, and Thailand. They will also be launched soon in Malaysia and Vietnam. Please check with your local Pioneer office for more information.

Note:

[1] Pioneer steering wheel remote control units are sold separately

To download high-res product images, go to https://www.dropbox.com/sh/m8p1m7hxtg2ugs4/AAAtofyrQMCMyJ3i9utna2wra

For more updates on these products, please visit the Pioneer Car Entertainment Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/PioneerCarEntertainment/.

Additional notes:

    --  Read the product's operation manual as well as all instructions and
        cautions provided with Pioneer products and available content before
        use.
    --  Do not use your Pioneer system if doing so will divert your attention in
        any way from the safe operation of your vehicle. Always observe safe
        driving rules. In some countries, certain operations of devices while
        driving may be illegal. Where such regulations apply, they must be
        obeyed.
    --  Bluetooth® functionality requires a compatible Bluetooth-enabled mobile
        phone. Certain Bluetooth features may not be supported by all compatible
        Bluetooth-enabled devices, and/or the functionality of such features may
        be limited in certain devices or by certain wireless carriers.
    --  BLUETOOTH® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
    --  All other brand, product names, or logos may be trademarks or registered
        trademarks of their respective holders.
About Pioneer Electronics AsiaCentre (PAC) Pte. Ltd.

The regional headquarters of Pioneer Corporation since 1992, Pioneer's core business is in car audio visual. Pioneer aims to be a leading aftermarket manufacturer and supplier to leading car brands, providing comprehensive infotainment solutions for in-car, by developing next-generation devices and innovative cloud services for the growing connected car market. For more information, please visit http://www.pioneer.com.sg.

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The Future of Healthy Skin: A.S.A.P.! Micro Infusion System(TM) Brings Cutting Edge Technology to Daily Skin Care Routine

Patented Microchannel Technology(TM) maximizes effects and minimizes absorption time of existing products

- First-of-it's kind consumer technology utilizes 24K gold microchannel tips thinner than a human hair

- High-tech applicator dramatically accelerates absorption of existing serums

- Allows for precise targeting of problem areas such as acne scars, dark spots, fine lines

LAS VEGAS, Nov. 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- A.S.A.P., Inc. today announced the availability of a revolutionary device that utilizes micro infusion technology to greatly increase the effectiveness of existing skin-care products while dramatically reducing the time it takes to see results.

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Using 24K gold tips thinner than a human hair, the A.S.A.P.! Micro Infusion System(TM) (Advanced Skin Application Platform) delivers beauty serums directly into the skin, by-passing the skin's top layer of dead cells and eliminating the need for exfoliants, peels, and dermabrasion prior to application. The system allows for precise targeting of scars, dark spots, and fine lines, giving consumers complete control over their skin-health priorities.

"Combining technology and skin health is quite revolutionary. Now, with the A.S.A.P! Micro Infusion System(TM), we are finally able to incorporate technology at home to enhance skin quality in a way that is effective, immediate, and very simple to do," says Dr. Steven Fagien, A world renowned Oculoplastic Surgeon of Boca Raton, Florida.

The A.S.A.P. System is a clear vial about the size and weight of a lipstick tube  -- compact enough to carry around in the smallest clutch or pocket. The patented microchannel delivery system is in the applicator head, which houses tiny 24K gold tips only 130 microns --or 5/1000th of an inch -- thick. The system is engineered to the most precise technical specifications.

"The versatility of this first-of-it's-kind technology is unmatched. Whether you need to target specific areas such dark circles under the eyes, or are looking for an immediate, all-over glow, the A.S.A.P. system excels," said Sobin Chang, CEO of A.S.A.P., Inc. "And it allows people to optimize the serums they already know and love -- using high-tech."

The A.S.A.P.! Micro Infusion System(TM) is available at http://www.asapmicroinfusion.com, and at select retail outlets around the world. It makes the perfect holiday gift.

About A.S.A.P., Inc.

A.S.A.P., Inc. is dedicated to developing and delivering technologies that promote healthy looking skin. The company is located in Las Vegas, NV.

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TYAN Displays HPC Platforms for Enterprises and Data Centers to Accelerate HPC Market Growth at SC16

A variety of HPC platforms supporting Intel®  Xeon® processor E7-8800 v3/v4 and Intel® Xeon®  E5-2600 v3/v4 optimized for High Performance Data Analytics, Visualization and Intensive Computing

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Nov. 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- TYAN(®), an industry-leading server platform design manufacturer and subsidiary of MiTAC Computing Technology Corporation, is showcasing a wide range of HPC server platforms optimized for enterprise, storage and data center applications at SC16 this week in Salt Lake City's Salt Palace Convention Center.

TYAN's comprehensive HPC platforms span a wide range of hardware specifications. The Intel(®) Xeon(®) E7-based, 4U quad-socket FT76-B7922 offers a memory capacity of 6TB and supports up to 4x Intel(®) Xeon Phi(TM) coprocessors for the most demanding HPC users; the Intel(®) Xeon(®) E5-based, 4U dual-socket FT77C-B7079 supports up to 8x Intel Xeon Phi coprocessors for highly parallelized application deployment, the 2U dual-socket TA80-B7071 supports up to 4x Intel Xeon Phi coprocessors for large-scale production deployment in various high performance computing segments; and the 1U dual-socket GA80-B7081 supports up to 3x Intel Xeon Phi coprocessors for ISVs, universities, and small businesses looking for parallelized application development or proof of concept solution deployment.

"In order to address a diversity of HPC applications in the market and accelerate HPC market growth, TYAN offers multiple configurations of different products incorporating Intel Xeon CPU and coprocessor technologies, and brings maximum performance per watt to power HPC jobs," said Danny Hsu, Vice President of MiTAC Computing Technology Corporation's TYAN Business Unit.

Exhibits also include cloud computing and storage server platforms that are widely deployed in hyper-scale data centers for distributed file system and big data applications. The GT86A-B7083, GT24B-B7076, and GT62B-B7076 are three 1U server platforms that support dual-socket Intel Xeon E5-2600 v3/v4 processors for major computing tasks, and the GT24B-B5542 is a 1U server implementation that features a single-socket Intel(®) Xeon(®) E3-1200 v5 processor for cost-effective and volume-based deployment.

TYAN's storage server platforms, featuring cost-effective storage expansion and improved data storage capability, include the TN70B-B7086 supporting up to 12x 3.5"/2.5" hot-swap drive bays with up to 4 NVMe drive support; the GT56-B7086 supporting up to 10x 2.5" hot-swap drive bays; and the JBOD TN70J-E3250 supporting up to 12x 3.5"/ 2.5" hot-swap drive bays as storage expansion.

TYAN HPC Platforms Exhibit at SC16

    --  4U/4-Coprocessor FT76-B7922 - Intel Xeon processor E7-8800/4800
        v3/v4-based platform with support for up to 4x Intel Xeon Phi
        coprocessor modules, 96x DDR4 DIMM slots, and up to 8x SFF hot-swap SAS
        12Gb/s.
    --  4U/8-Coprocessor FT77C-B7079 - Intel Xeon processor E5-2600 v3/v4-based
        platform with support for up to 8x Intel Xeon Phi coprocessor modules
        and 24x DDR4 DIMM slots.
    --  2U/4-Coprocessor TA80-B7071 - Intel Xeon processor E5-2600 v3/v4-based
        platform with support for up to 4x Intel Xeon Phi coprocessor modules
        and 16x DDR4 DIMM slots.
    --  1U/3-Coprocessor GA80-B7081 - Intel Xeon processor E5-2600 v3/v4-based
        platform with support up to 3x Intel Xeon Phi coprocessor modules and
        16x DDR4 DIMM slots.
SOURCE  MiTAC Computing - TYAN

MiTAC Computing - TYAN

CONTACT: Fenny Chen, +886-2-2652-5888 x1326   Fenny.chen@mic.com.tw

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

Supermicro Unveils New BigTwin(TM) Server Architecture and Highlights Latest HPC Server and Storage Solutions at SC16

High-density Pascal SXM2/PCIe GPU and Xeon Phi(TM) processor Platforms Optimized for HPC and Deep Learning Applications

SALT LAKE CITY, Nov. 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ: SMCI), a global leader in compute, storage, and networking technologies and green computing has announced the unveiling of its new BigTwin(TM) server architecture in booth 1717 at SC16 from November 14-17.

The BigTwin is the fourth generation of Supermicro's breakthrough Twin architecture that provides massively improved performance-per-watt, per-dollar, and per-square-foot as well as hot-swap U.2 NVMe. The BigTwin is a 2U rackmount server available in either two or four node models. Each node supports all of the following: 24 DIMM of ECC DDR4-2400MHz and higher for up to 3TB of memory; flexible networking with SIOM add-on cards with quad/dual 1GbE, quad/dual 10GbE/10G SFP+, dual 25G, 100G, FDR and EDR InfiniBand options; 6 hot-swap 2.5" NVMe / SAS3 / SATA3 drives; 2 PCI-E 3.0 x16 slots; M.2 and SATADOM; high-efficiency, high-density power stick technology; and DP Intel® Xeon® processor E5-2600 v4/v3 product families up to 165W and 200W. Sold as a complete system for highest product quality, delivery, and performance, the BigTwin is supported by Supermicro IPMI software and Global Services, and is optimized for HPC, data center, cloud, and enterprise environments.

"Innovation is at the core of Supermicro product development and benefits the HPC community with first-to-market integration of advanced technology such as our 1U with four and 4U with eight Pascal P100 SXM2 GPUs or 4U with ten PCI-e GPU systems, hot-swap U.2 NVMe, upcoming fabric technologies like Red Rock Canyon and PCI-E switches, as well as new architecture designs like our new high-density BigTwin system design," said Charles Liang, President and CEO of Supermicro. "Our total end-to-end solutions offer exactly the best deployment options for supercomputing clusters, delivering maximum performance per watt, per square foot, and per dollar."

Other leading products on display include the company's 3U MicroBlade, Intel® Xeon Phi(TM) processor-based 4-node 2U server and tower workstation, 1U and 2U all-flash NVMe systems, high-density SuperStorage servers and JBOD, FatTwin(TM) systems, 7U SuperBlade®, along with the next-generation dual Intel Xeon processor-based X11 motherboards.

    --  3U/6U MicroBlade - features leading, high density (0.2U) 196 Xeon
        E5-2600v4/v3 DP MicroBlade servers per 42U rack, 10G switch with 40G
        uplinks; designed with superior advantages over other industry-standard
        architectures with all-in-one total solution, ultra high density and low
        power consumption, best performance per watt and per dollar, high
        scalability, and the best ease of service. The MicroBlade enclosure can
        incorporate a Chassis Management Module, and up to two 10G, 2.5G or 1GbE
        SDN switches in 3U or up to two Chassis Management Modules, and up to 4
        SDN Switches in 6U for efficient, high-bandwidth communications. It can
        incorporate up to 4 or 8 redundant (N+1 or N+N) 2000W/1600W
        Titanium/Platinum Level high-efficiency (96%+) power supplies with
        cooling fans
    --  1U 4 Pascal GPU solution with NVLink - SuperServer 1028GQ-TXR(T),
        supports 4 Nvidia Tesla P100 SXM2 GPUs with NVLINK up to 80GB/s, dual
        Intel® Xeon® E5-2600v4/v3 processors, 3 PCI-e 3.0 x16 slots for
        high-speed networking cards with support for GPUDirect RDMA
    --  4U 8 Pascal GPU solution with NVLink - SuperServer 4028GR-TXR(T),
        supports 8 Nvidia Tesla P100 SXM2 GPUs with NVLINK up to 80GB/s, dual
        Intel® Xeon® E5-2600v4/v3 processors, 3 PCI-e 3.0 x16 slots for
        high-speed networking cards
    --  SuperServer 4028GR-TR2(T) - 4U server that supports up to 10 Nvidia
        Tesla P100 GPU cards under a singl-root complex, dual Intel® Xeon®
        E5-2600v4/v3 processors, additional PCI-e 3.0 x16 slots for networking
        cards with RDMA support
    --  SuperServer 5028TK-HTR - is a 2U 4-Node server supporting the new
        Intel® Xeon Phi(TM) processor with integrated or external Intel® OPA
        fabric options; it is a highly optimized Intel Xeon Phi processor system
        for the HPC market, supporting four Intel Xeon Phi processors
    --  SuperWorkstation 5038K-i - is a tower workstation based on the new
        Intel® Xeon Phi(TM) processor intended for designers wishing to develop
        applications for this exciting new processor/networking option
    --  1U 10 All-Flash NVMe - 10 hot-swap 2.5" NVMe SSDs, dual Intel® Xeon®
        E5-2600v4/v3 processors, 384GB DDR4 in 24 DIMMs, and quad 10GbE ports
    --  2U 40 Dual-port NVMe All-Flash SuperStorage Solutions - A 2U 40
        dual-port, dual-controller, all- NVMe system supporting up to 30GB/s per
        system throughput via Intel 100G Omni-Path networking, unrivaled in the
        industry. Benefits include largest improvements in throughput (up to
        12x) and latency (up to 7x), shared common backplane that improves
        flexibility of drive choice, 2.5" U.2 (SFF-8639) form factor for
        improved hot-swap serviceability vs. PCI-E Flash cards, and improved
        power efficiency. Supermicro server solutions with NVMe target HPC,
        Energy, 3D modeling and graphical design, HFT, Database, Search Engine,
        High Security Encryption, and VDI in cluster and supercomputing
        applications; in Cloud, Virtualization, and Enterprise environments.
    --  7U SuperBlade® - Advantages include maximum density with 20 DP nodes in
        7U, affordability, reduced management costs, lower power consumption,
        optimal ROI, and high scalability. Modules support latest Intel® Xeon®
        Processor E5-2600 v4 product family and are available with 20 Intel Xeon
        Phi coprocessor or GPU Blades with Pascal and KNL support; 2 coprocessor
        cards per blade server (SBI-7128RG-X/-F/-F2), 3 GPU per blade server
        (SBI-7127RG3), Data Center Blade (SBI-7428R-C3N, SBI-7428R-T3N),
        TwinBlade® (SBI-7228R-T2F/-T2F2/-T2X), Storage Blade with NVMe support
        (SBI-7128R-C6N) solutions. Chassis feature industry's only hot-swap NVMe
        solutions, hot-plug switch modules supporting InfiniBand FDR/QDR, 10/1
        GbE, FCoE, chassis management module (CMM) and redundant
        3000W/2500W/1620W (N+1, N+N), hot-swap Platinum Level digital power
        supplies.
    --  Next-generation dual Intel Xeon processor-based X11 Motherboards
For more information on Supermicro's complete range of high performance, high-efficiency Server, Storage and Networking solutions, please visit http://www.supermicro.com.

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

Supermicro® (NASDAQ: SMCI), the leading innovator in high-performance, high-efficiency server technology is a premier provider of advanced server Building Block Solutions® for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/Big Data, HPC and Embedded Systems worldwide. Supermicro is committed to protecting the environment through its "We Keep IT Green®" initiative and provides customers with the most energy-efficient, environmentally-friendly solutions available on the market.

Supermicro, Building Block Solutions and We Keep IT Green are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Super Micro Computer, Inc.

Intel, Xeon and Xeon Phi are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States and other countries.

All other brands, names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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Supermicro Unveils New BigTwin(TM) Server Architecture and Highlights Latest HPC Server and Storage Solutions at SC16

High-density Pascal SXM2/PCIe GPU and Xeon Phi(TM) processor Platforms Optimized for HPC and Deep Learning Applications

SALT LAKE CITY, Nov. 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ: SMCI), a global leader in compute, storage, and networking technologies and green computing has announced the unveiling of its new BigTwin(TM) server architecture in booth 1717 at SC16 from November 14-17.

The BigTwin is the fourth generation of Supermicro's breakthrough Twin architecture that provides massively improved performance-per-watt, per-dollar, and per-square-foot as well as hot-swap U.2 NVMe. The BigTwin is a 2U rackmount server available in either two or four node models. Each node supports all of the following: 24 DIMM of ECC DDR4-2400MHz and higher for up to 3TB of memory; flexible networking with SIOM add-on cards with quad/dual 1GbE, quad/dual 10GbE/10G SFP+, dual 25G, 100G, FDR and EDR InfiniBand options; 6 hot-swap 2.5" NVMe / SAS3 / SATA3 drives; 2 PCI-E 3.0 x16 slots; M.2 and SATADOM; high-efficiency, high-density power stick technology; and DP Intel® Xeon® processor E5-2600 v4/v3 product families up to 165W and 200W. Sold as a complete system for highest product quality, delivery, and performance, the BigTwin is supported by Supermicro IPMI software and Global Services, and is optimized for HPC, data center, cloud, and enterprise environments.

"Innovation is at the core of Supermicro product development and benefits the HPC community with first-to-market integration of advanced technology such as our 1U with four and 4U with eight Pascal P100 SXM2 GPUs or 4U with ten PCI-e GPU systems, hot-swap U.2 NVMe, upcoming fabric technologies like Red Rock Canyon and PCI-E switches, as well as new architecture designs like our new high-density BigTwin system design," said Charles Liang, President and CEO of Supermicro. "Our total end-to-end solutions offer exactly the best deployment options for supercomputing clusters, delivering maximum performance per watt, per square foot, and per dollar."

Other leading products on display include the company's 3U MicroBlade, Intel® Xeon Phi(TM) processor-based 4-node 2U server and tower workstation, 1U and 2U all-flash NVMe systems, high-density SuperStorage servers and JBOD, FatTwin(TM) systems, 7U SuperBlade®, along with the next-generation dual Intel Xeon processor-based X11 motherboards.

    --  3U/6U MicroBlade -- features leading, high density (0.2U) 196 Xeon
        E5-2600v4/v3 DP MicroBlade servers per 42U rack, 10G switch with 40G
        uplinks; designed with superior advantages over other industry-standard
        architectures with all-in-one total solution, ultra high density and low
        power consumption, best performance per watt and per dollar, high
        scalability, and the best ease of service. The MicroBlade enclosure can
        incorporate a Chassis Management Module, and up to two 10G, 2.5G or 1GbE
        SDN switches in 3U or up to two Chassis Management Modules, and up to 4
        SDN Switches in 6U for efficient, high-bandwidth communications. It can
        incorporate up to 4 or 8 redundant (N+1 or N+N) 2000W/1600W
        Titanium/Platinum Level high-efficiency (96%+) power supplies with
        cooling fans
    --  1U 4 Pascal GPU solution with NVLink -- SuperServer 1028GQ-TXR(T),
        supports 4 Nvidia Tesla P100 SXM2 GPUs with NVLINK up to 80GB/s, dual
        Intel® Xeon® E5-2600v4/v3 processors, 3 PCI-e 3.0 x16 slots for
        high-speed networking cards with support for GPUDirect RDMA
    --  4U 8 Pascal GPU solution with NVLink -- SuperServer 4028GR-TXR(T),
        supports 8 Nvidia Tesla P100 SXM2 GPUs with NVLINK up to 80GB/s, dual
        Intel® Xeon® E5-2600v4/v3 processors, 3 PCI-e 3.0 x16 slots for
        high-speed networking cards
    --  SuperServer 4028GR-TR2(T) -- 4U server that supports up to 10 Nvidia
        Tesla P100 GPU cards under a singl-root complex, dual Intel® Xeon®
        E5-2600v4/v3 processors, additional PCI-e 3.0 x16 slots for networking
        cards with RDMA support
    --  SuperServer 5028TK-HTR -- is a 2U 4-Node server supporting the new
        Intel® Xeon Phi(TM) processor with integrated or external Intel® OPA
        fabric options; it is a highly optimized Intel Xeon Phi processor system
        for the HPC market, supporting four Intel Xeon Phi processors
    --  SuperWorkstation 5038K-i -- is a tower workstation based on the new
        Intel® Xeon Phi(TM) processor intended for designers wishing to develop
        applications for this exciting new processor/networking option
    --  1U 10 All-Flash NVMe -- 10 hot-swap 2.5" NVMe SSDs, dual Intel® Xeon®
        E5-2600v4/v3 processors, 384GB DDR4 in 24 DIMMs, and quad 10GbE ports
    --  2U 40 Dual-port NVMe All-Flash SuperStorage Solutions -- A 2U 40
        dual-port, dual-controller, all- NVMe system supporting up to 30GB/s per
        system throughput via Intel 100G Omni-Path networking, unrivaled in the
        industry. Benefits include largest improvements in throughput (up to
        12x) and latency (up to 7x), shared common backplane that improves
        flexibility of drive choice, 2.5" U.2 (SFF-8639) form factor for
        improved hot-swap serviceability vs. PCI-E Flash cards, and improved
        power efficiency. Supermicro server solutions with NVMe target HPC,
        Energy, 3D modeling and graphical design, HFT, Database, Search Engine,
        High Security Encryption, and VDI in cluster and supercomputing
        applications; in Cloud, Virtualization, and Enterprise environments.
    --  7U SuperBlade® -- Advantages include maximum density with 20 DP nodes
        in 7U, affordability, reduced management costs, lower power consumption,
        optimal ROI, and high scalability. Modules support latest Intel® Xeon®
        Processor E5-2600 v4 product family and are available with 20 Intel Xeon
        Phi coprocessor or GPU Blades with Pascal and KNL support; 2 coprocessor
        cards per blade server (SBI-7128RG-X/-F/-F2), 3 GPU per blade server
        (SBI-7127RG3), Data Center Blade (SBI-7428R-C3N, SBI-7428R-T3N),
        TwinBlade® (SBI-7228R-T2F/-T2F2/-T2X), Storage Blade with NVMe support
        (SBI-7128R-C6N) solutions. Chassis feature industry's only hot-swap NVMe
        solutions, hot-plug switch modules supporting InfiniBand FDR/QDR, 10/1
        GbE, FCoE, chassis management module (CMM) and redundant
        3000W/2500W/1620W (N+1, N+N), hot-swap Platinum Level digital power
        supplies.
    --  Next-generation dual Intel Xeon processor-based X11 Motherboards
For more information on Supermicro's complete range of high performance, high-efficiency Server, Storage and Networking solutions, please visit http://www.supermicro.com.

Follow Supermicro on Facebook and Twitter to receive their latest news and announcements.

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

Supermicro® (NASDAQ: SMCI), the leading innovator in high-performance, high-efficiency server technology is a premier provider of advanced server Building Block Solutions® for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/Big Data, HPC and Embedded Systems worldwide. Supermicro is committed to protecting the environment through its "We Keep IT Green®" initiative and provides customers with the most energy-efficient, environmentally-friendly solutions available on the market.

Supermicro, Building Block Solutions and We Keep IT Green are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Super Micro Computer, Inc.

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All other brands, names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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Cadence Modus Test Solution Enables Support for Safety-Critical SoC Designs Using ARM MBIST Interface

Highlights:

- Collaboration helps customers reduce the need for manual work and speed time to market

- Cadence and ARM complete silicon validation using ARM Cortex-A73 processor

SAN JOSE, Calif., Nov. 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: CDNS) today announced that the Cadence(®) Modus((TM)) Test Solution now supports the ARM(®) Memory Built-In Self Test (MBIST) interface, enabling customers to efficiently create safety-critical system-on-chip (SoC) designs using high-performance ARM processors. To demonstrate the success of the collaboration, Cadence and ARM have completed silicon validation using an ARM Cortex(®)-A73 processor in conjunction with the Modus Test Solution's automatic test pattern generation (ATPG) and diagnostic capabilities.

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Through Cadence's support of the ARM MBIST interface, customers can deliver innovative SoC designs to market faster and with better power, performance and area (PPA). For example, the Modus Test Solution provides ARM MBIST interface users with the option for programmable memory built-in self test (PMBIST) to use a single bus to service multiple memories with one MBIST controller. The solution utilizes the ARM MBIST interface to reduce the impact of MBIST on critical timing paths to and from memories in functional operation and for a higher quality at-speed test. Finally, the Modus Test Solution provides a physical-to-logical mapping capability, which reduces the need for manual, error-prone work.

"The Cadence Modus Test Solution supports the ARM MBIST interface and its many benefits," said Teresa McLaurin, fellow and director, technology services group, ARM. "One feature is automation of the physical-to-logical mapping capability that bridges the definition of logical memories to a customer's unique physical memory configuration, simplifying the task of integrating MBIST for ARM IP in their products."

"We launched the Modus Test Solution earlier this year to address escalating manufacturing test costs. Its patented 2D Elastic Compression technology delivers up to 3X reduction in manufacturing test costs," said Paul Cunningham, vice president of research and development in the Digital & Signoff Group at Cadence. "Since then, we've continued to expand the Modus Test Solution's technical capabilities, and by working with ARM, we're enabling customers to easily incorporate ARM IP and Cadence flows in order to bring competitive, safety-critical SoCs to market."

The Cadence Modus Test Solution is a comprehensive next-generation physically aware design-for-test (DFT), ATPG and silicon diagnostics tool. Using the Modus Test Solution, customers can experience up to 3X reduction in test time using its patented physically aware 2D Elastic Compression architecture, without any impact on fault coverage or chip size. For more information on the Modus Test Solution, please visit http://www.cadence.com/go/modusts.

About Cadence

Cadence enables global electronic design innovation and plays an essential role in the creation of today's integrated circuits and electronics. Customers use Cadence software, hardware, IP and services to design and verify advanced semiconductors, consumer electronics, networking and telecommunications equipment, and computer systems. The company is headquartered in San Jose, Calif., with sales offices, design centers and research facilities around the world to serve the global electronics industry. More information about the company, its products and its services is available at http://www.cadence.com.

© 2016 Cadence Design Systems, Inc. All rights reserved worldwide. Cadence, the Cadence logo and the other Cadence marks found at http://www.cadence.com/go/trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Cadence Design Systems, Inc. ARM and Cortex are registered trademarks of ARM (or its subsidiaries) in the EU and/or elsewhere. All rights reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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Socionext Announces New Low-Power, Scalable ARM-based Multi-Core Processor SoC

Provides Revolutionary, Power-Efficient Solution for Data Center Servers and Edge Computing

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Nov. 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Socionext Inc., an emerging leader in SoC-based solutions for today's computing needs, today introduced a new ARM®-based multi-core processor "SC2A11A". The SoC Integrates 24 cores of ARM CortexTM-A53 on a single die, and provides optimum solution for growing applications such as data center servers for online service providers and edge computing in IoT (Internet of Things) systems.

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Click here for an image of the SC2A11A SoC

When maximizing the hardware efficiency for data center server systems, a scalable, distributed computing server system with power-efficient processors and optimized memory architecture is essential for achieving high performance with lower power consumption. The SC2A11A provides optimal CPU balance of performance and power consumption for such requirements, incorporating 24 cores of power-efficient ARM Cortex-A53, along with 64-bit memory.

The small core solution implemented in the SC2A11A does not require an advanced cooling system, so the PUE (Power Usage Effectiveness) coefficient is also superior, when the SoC is utilized for the data center servers.

The SC2A11A's performance and the power efficiency are suitable not only for data centers but also for edge computing applications, which is seeing rapid growth as the IoT (Internet of Things) expands.

With the offering of this new cutting-edge, cost-effective, energy-efficient solution added to the company's extensive product portfolio, Socionext aims to create a better future and a better quality of experience for people throughout the world.

Main specifications of SC2A11A include the following:

    Processor :  Cortex-A53 MPCore 24cores, 1GHz, L1 I/D=32KB/32KB,
                  L2 =256KB, L3 =4MB

    Memory I/F : DDR4-2133Mbps 64-bit + ECC

    PCIe :       PCI Express Gen2, Root/Endpoint select, 4 lanes (2 systems/ for SoC IF)

    LAN :        2ch 1Gbps with IPSec Network Offload Engine (wire-speed)

    Flash I/F :  HSSPI, eMMC

    Serial I/F : UART, I2C, GPIO

About Socionext Inc. 
Socionext is a new, innovative enterprise that designs, develops and delivers System-on-Chip products to customers worldwide. The company is focused on imaging, networking, computing and other dynamic technologies that drive today's leading-edge applications. Socionext combines world-class expertise, experience, and an extensive IP portfolio to provide exceptional solutions and ensure a better quality of experience for customers. Founded in 2015, Socionext Inc. is headquartered in Yokohama, and has offices in Japan, Asia, United States and Europe to lead its product development and sales activities. For more information, visit socionext.com.

For product information, visit the company's website at http://socionextus.com, e-mail sna_inquiry@us.socionext.com or call 1-844-680-3453. For company news and updates, connect with us on Twitter (https://www.twitter.com/socionextus) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/socionextus)

Company and product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Information provided in this press release is accurate at time of publication and subject to change without advance notice.

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Socionext Announces New Low-Power, Scalable ARM-based Multi-Core Processor SoC

Provides Revolutionary, Power-Efficient Solution for Data Center Servers and Edge Computing

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Nov. 14, 2016 /CNW/ -- Socionext Inc., an emerging leader in SoC-based solutions for today's computing needs, today introduced a new ARM®-based multi-core processor "SC2A11A". The SoC Integrates 24 cores of ARM CortexTM-A53 on a single die, and provides optimum solution for growing applications such as data center servers for online service providers and edge computing in IoT (Internet of Things) systems.

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Click here for an image of the SC2A11A SoC

When maximizing the hardware efficiency for data center server systems, a scalable, distributed computing server system with power-efficient processors and optimized memory architecture is essential for achieving high performance with lower power consumption. The SC2A11A provides optimal CPU balance of performance and power consumption for such requirements, incorporating 24 cores of power-efficient ARM Cortex-A53, along with 64-bit memory.

The small core solution implemented in the SC2A11A does not require an advanced cooling system, so the PUE (Power Usage Effectiveness) coefficient is also superior, when the SoC is utilized for the data center servers.

The SC2A11A's performance and the power efficiency are suitable not only for data centers but also for edge computing applications, which is seeing rapid growth as the IoT (Internet of Things) expands.

With the offering of this new cutting-edge, cost-effective, energy-efficient solution added to the company's extensive product portfolio, Socionext aims to create a better future and a better quality of experience for people throughout the world.

Main specifications of SC2A11A include the following:

    Processor :  Cortex-A53 MPCore 24cores, 1GHz, L1 I/D=32KB/32KB,
                  L2 =256KB, L3 =4MB

    Memory I/F : DDR4-2133Mbps 64-bit + ECC

    PCIe :       PCI Express Gen2, Root/Endpoint select, 4 lanes (2 systems/ for SoC IF)

    LAN :        2ch 1Gbps with IPSec Network Offload Engine (wire-speed)

    Flash I/F :  HSSPI, eMMC

    Serial I/F : UART, I2C, GPIO

About Socionext Inc. 
Socionext is a new, innovative enterprise that designs, develops and delivers System-on-Chip products to customers worldwide. The company is focused on imaging, networking, computing and other dynamic technologies that drive today's leading-edge applications. Socionext combines world-class expertise, experience, and an extensive IP portfolio to provide exceptional solutions and ensure a better quality of experience for customers. Founded in 2015, Socionext Inc. is headquartered in Yokohama, and has offices in Japan, Asia, United States and Europe to lead its product development and sales activities. For more information, visit socionext.com.

For product information, visit the company's website at http://socionextus.com, e-mail sna_inquiry@us.socionext.com or call 1-844-680-3453. For company news and updates, connect with us on Twitter (https://www.twitter.com/socionextus) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/socionextus)

Company and product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Information provided in this press release is accurate at time of publication and subject to change without advance notice.

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Aquantia Unveils Industry's First Octal Multi-Gig PHY for Enterprise and SMB Applications

Small Footprint Reduces Costs for NBASE-T and IEEE 802.3bz compliant Enterprise and SMB Networking Equipment

SAN JOSE, Calif., Nov. 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Aquantia Corp., pioneer and market leader in high-speed Ethernet connectivity solutions for data centers, mobile, and enterprise infrastructure, today extends market leadership with the industry's first 8-port (octal) PHY device ideally suited for enterprises and Small and Medium-sized Businesses (SMBs) seeking the optimal balance of performance, footprint and cost for their Ethernet switch systems. Aquantia's AQrate 2.5GBASE-T Octal PHY features industry leading architecture to achieve the smallest (23mm x 23mm) footprint, allowing customers to deploy the next generation of high-density Ethernet switches in the enterprise and SMB environments.

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Aquantia's 2.5GBASE-T Octal PHY, AQR809, is compliant to the recently approved IEEE 802.3bz standard and the NBASE-T specification for optimal compatibility. In addition, the device also features 100M and Gigabit Ethernet speeds options for backward compatibility with existing networking equipment.

This unique PHY is designed to upgrade network speeds by as much as 2.5x compared to the previous generation of GbE equipment using the vast existing installed base of Cat 5e and Cat 6 copper cables, while providing backward compatibility with existing equipment in Enterprise and SMB networks.

"Aquantia's 2.5GBASE-T Octal PHY is the first in the industry to pack 8 ports in a single device doubling the port count relative to currently shipping Quad PHYs," said Kamal Dalmia Sr. VP Sales & Marketing at Aquantia. "Networking equipment vendors can now make these higher data-rates ubiquitous in today's high-performance networks."

The digital workplace is placing crushing capacity demands on enterprise and SMB networks. The latest generation of WiFi Access Points (APs) integrates the IEEE 802.11ac standard, driving a total throughput of multi-Gigabit/s of wireless data required to be transported on the wired infrastructure between the APs and the wiring closet Ethernet switches. Today though, more than 90% of the installed base of cables in the enterprise and SMB environments is composed of legacy twisted pair copper cables, such as Cat5e and Cat6, that were designed only for 1 Gigabit Ethernet. Replacing the cables already installed in the walls and the ceilings is highly disruptive and expensive.

Foreseeing the upcoming bottleneck on the wired infrastructure, Aquantia developed AQrate, a technology capable of delivering throughput of up to 5Gbit/s over 100m of Cat5e/Cat6 cables. Together with major industry players, Aquantia co-founded the NBASE-T Alliance to further develop and promote the technology within the enterprise and SMB environments. In September 2016, the multi-Gig technology that Aquantia pioneered was formally approved as the IEEE 802.3bz standard. Aquantia's AQrate product line is the only PHY technology in mass production today that enables Enterprise Networking to scale to Multi-Gigabit/s throughput on existing Cat5e and Cat6 cabling infrastructure.

The Aquantia AQR809 2.5GBASE-T PHY is sampling now. Production release is scheduled for Q1-2017.

About Aquantia

Aquantia is a leading developer and global supplier of high-speed semiconductor connectivity solutions. Backed by more than a decade of technology leadership and execution, Aquantia's market leading product portfolio enables the world's most innovative computing, data center, and enterprise infrastructure applications. The company addresses ever-changing market needs by providing an extensive portfolio, based on architectural innovations that deliver high performance, low power consumption, high density and high-quality silicon solutions to our customers. Aquantia is headquartered in Silicon Valley, California, with strong venture capital and strategic investors. For more information, visit http://www.aquantia.com.

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One-Click Collaboration Turns 3D Models Into Interactive AR/VR

WakingApp creates AR/VR add-ins, allowing CAD users easy, seamless transition from 3D models to AR/VR content in ENTiTi Creator

TEL AVIV, Israel, Nov. 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- The leading universal AR/VR software company, WakingApp, released new, innovative add-ins that allow AUTODESK REVIT & FUSION 360 users to transform their 3D designs into augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) experiences without AR/VR programming skills or experience. WakingApp's Revit add-in and Fusion 360 add-in support seamless content generation, a game-changer for millions of CAD users worldwide - enabling file sharing and file fixing for their designs prior to the prototype and printing stage. With just a few mouse clicks, users can turn CAD into AR or VR, and share it with clients and colleagues instantly. These add-ins are expected to have a profound impact on AR/VR design efficiency, as well as to disrupt current business models that have long separated CAD users from AR/VR design. Content generated using the add-ins will be password-protected by default, so that only the user and authorized viewers will be able to view it. The password is initiated directly to the user Autodesk account's registered email address within minutes after the process has begun. WakingApp staff will be on hand at the Nov 14 MEETUP for Fusion 360 users and from November 15-17 in AU CONFERENCE LAS VEGAS to demonstrate the new plug-ins in person.

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"The greatest challenge for the entry of AR/VR services to everyday business use is the cost of content in time and money," said Udi Shani, CEO of WakingAPP. "With these new add-ins, WakingApp continues to break down key barriers in AR/VR content creation. We are excited to engage the entire 19 million strong CAD community and help lead them into the world of AR/VR with ease."

"Autodesk is excited to see WakingApp delivering our customers Augmented & Virtual Reality in just one click," said Jim Quanci, Senior Director Software partner Development. "When WakingApp's ENTiTi software is combined with Autodesk apps, millions of CAD users and their customers can experience their designs in augmented and virtual reality in near real time."

With the ENTiTi Creator (WakingApp's cloud-based platform), CAD users can add interactivity to their designs, such as colors, animating objects and more. This software allows CAD users to edit existing projects created by the Revit or Fusion 360 add-in. Once users save and publish content in ENTiTi, their AR/VR experience can be immediately shared and viewed by clients and colleagues. It's easy to use and requires no prior AR or VR experience.

WakingApp, an Autodesk partner, was established in 2013 with the vision of enabling designers to create and view AR and VR experiences easily without writing a single line of code.

The ENTiTi platform is designed for non-programmers, allowing the creation of dynamic behaviors through a patent-pending technology with a smooth, easy-to-use interface. The platform is cloud-based and the content is interchangeable. Whenever content is generated or updated, it is immediately available for viewing on multiple platforms including mobile devices, GearVR, and desktop devices such as the Oculus Rift & HTC Vive.

Thanks to WakingApp's ENTiTi platform, any business can now create virtual reality and augmented reality content in hours and immediately publish it to all major platforms so this medium will finally be able to meet the demand for content in the near future.

For more information about the ENTiTi platform visit the WakingApp website and make sure to get the latest add-in for Revit here and Fusion 360 here, or contact:

Sharon Segal
Tel: +972-3-5367513
Cell: +972-50-2066637
sharon@wakingapp.com
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LuMee Unveils New LuMee Two iPhone Case

Available at Best Buy and Other Retailers, the LuMee Two Offers a New and Improved Sleek Design with Added Protection and Brighter Lighting to Capture Life's Most Memorable Moments

PARK CITY, Utah, Nov. 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, LuMee LLC, the maker of the original and patented illuminated LuMee® cell phone case, is proud to introduce the newest member of their award-winning line-up, the LuMee Two. Based on the patented original LuMee selfie case, the LuMee Two features an enhanced design and improved technology providing professional quality lighting making it 93 percent brighter than the original LuMee, perfect for taking better pictures, mobile video-chatting and applying make-up.

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"After a year of design and development, it's exciting to be able to launch our new, brighter LuMee case on the same day as the supermoon, when the moon is approximately 1.3 times brighter than average, which we won't see again until 2034," said Robert G. Pedersen II, LuMee's Chairman and CEO. "The LuMee Two is sleek and stylish (just like our customers) and with professional quality lighting, their selfies and other pictures will be flawless. With a thinner yet tougher outer shell and soft edges, we are confident that our customers will love this case even more than the original and it will be on everyone's holiday wish list."

The LuMee Two's ultra-slim design is much slimmer than the original LuMee case with a repositioned on/off switch to make it easier than ever to snap the perfect selfie. By revamping the design, LuMee was able to update the camera hole to accommodate the new iPhone 7 models as well as all iPhone 6 models. New soft rubberized edges with cushioned corners provide excellent protection and allow for easy removal of the phone from the case.

The LuMee Two retails for $59.95 and is available for the new iPhone 7 models and all iPhone 6 models. Cases come in colors matching the iPhone - Matte Black, Matte Gold and Matte Rose, as well as a Glossy White, providing a premium look and feel. The LuMee Two is available now at participating Best Buy stores in the USA and Canada, BestBuy.com and LuMee.com. The LuMee Two will be available at additional retailers in time for the holidays - see LuMee.com for a list of retailers.

LuMee created the LED front-lit smartphone phone case that quickly improved the way consumers take pictures and has proven to be a high-quality and innovative brand. LuMee cases are the must have smartphone phone cases in Hollywood, allowing everyone to be seen in their best light.

About LuMee LLC:
LuMee is one of the fastest-growing consumer electronics accessories and lighting companies in the world with offices in Park City and Holladay, Utah. Its flagship product, the LuMee® Case is the Original and PATENTED front-facing LED lit smartphone protective case that debuted in 2014, to create the perfect smartphone picture lighting. Officially endorsed by Kim Kardashian West, the LuMee Case has gained popularity among celebrities and trendsetters. The original case idea came from Allan Shoemake, a professional photographer, who has taken pictures of many living presidents and celebrities, with a mission to improve mobile phone lighting. LuMee is dedicated to producing and distributing unique and high-quality consumer products that enhance the way we live. LuMee Cases range from $49.95 to $59.95 and are available in many colors. To order or for more information, visit LuMee.com.

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Coburn Communication
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LuMee Unveils New LuMee Two iPhone Case

Available at Best Buy and Other Retailers, the LuMee Two Offers a New and Improved Sleek Design with Added Protection and Brighter Lighting to Capture Life's Most Memorable Moments

PARK CITY, Utah, Nov. 14, 2016 /CNW/ -- Today, LuMee LLC, the maker of the original and patented illuminated LuMee® cell phone case, is proud to introduce the newest member of their award-winning line-up, the LuMee Two. Based on the patented original LuMee selfie case, the LuMee Two features an enhanced design and improved technology providing professional quality lighting making it 93 percent brighter than the original LuMee, perfect for taking better pictures, mobile video-chatting and applying make-up.

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"After a year of design and development, it's exciting to be able to launch our new, brighter LuMee case on the same day as the supermoon, when the moon is approximately 1.3 times brighter than average, which we won't see again until 2034," said Robert G. Pedersen II, LuMee's Chairman and CEO. "The LuMee Two is sleek and stylish (just like our customers) and with professional quality lighting, their selfies and other pictures will be flawless. With a thinner yet tougher outer shell and soft edges, we are confident that our customers will love this case even more than the original and it will be on everyone's holiday wish list."

The LuMee Two's ultra-slim design is much slimmer than the original LuMee case with a repositioned on/off switch to make it easier than ever to snap the perfect selfie. By revamping the design, LuMee was able to update the camera hole to accommodate the new iPhone 7 models as well as all iPhone 6 models. New soft rubberized edges with cushioned corners provide excellent protection and allow for easy removal of the phone from the case.

The LuMee Two retails for $59.95 and is available for the new iPhone 7 models and all iPhone 6 models. Cases come in colors matching the iPhone - Matte Black, Matte Gold and Matte Rose, as well as a Glossy White, providing a premium look and feel. The LuMee Two is available now at participating Best Buy stores in the USA and Canada, BestBuy.com and LuMee.com. The LuMee Two will be available at additional retailers in time for the holidays - see LuMee.com for a list of retailers.

LuMee created the LED front-lit smartphone phone case that quickly improved the way consumers take pictures and has proven to be a high-quality and innovative brand. LuMee cases are the must have smartphone phone cases in Hollywood, allowing everyone to be seen in their best light.

About LuMee LLC:
LuMee is one of the fastest-growing consumer electronics accessories and lighting companies in the world with offices in Park City and Holladay, Utah. Its flagship product, the LuMee® Case is the Original and PATENTED front-facing LED lit smartphone protective case that debuted in 2014, to create the perfect smartphone picture lighting. Officially endorsed by Kim Kardashian West, the LuMee Case has gained popularity among celebrities and trendsetters. The original case idea came from Allan Shoemake, a professional photographer, who has taken pictures of many living presidents and celebrities, with a mission to improve mobile phone lighting. LuMee is dedicated to producing and distributing unique and high-quality consumer products that enhance the way we live. LuMee Cases range from $49.95 to $59.95 and are available in many colors. To order or for more information, visit LuMee.com.

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Zebra Introduces Sleek, Smart Mobile Computers with Beautiful Design, Enterprise Durability

New TC51 and TC56 touch mobile computers provide enterprise-class ruggedness, power, connectivity and security in a sleek, Android-based design

LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill., Nov. 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Zebra Technologies Corporation (NASDAQ: ZBRA), a global leader in providing solutions and services that give enterprises real-time visibility into their operations, announced the next evolution in enterprise mobile computing: the TC5 Series touch mobile computers. Developed for retail and field mobility applications, the TC51 and TC56 have been designed to satisfy the durability, power and security needs of business users while offering an intuitive consumer design to meet the expectations of end users.

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KEY FACTS

    --  The TC5 Series is as modern and easy to use as consumer smartphones so
        there is no need to compromise device design for enterprise
        functionality.
    --  The devices are built to last for years and designed to withstand
        accidental drops into water or onto concrete and used in dusty areas -
        providing enterprise-class durability.
    --  Running the Android(TM) 6.0 (Marshmallow) operating system, the TC5
        Series is supported by Zebra's Mobility DNA, the industry's most
        comprehensive suite of application security, development tools and
        mobile end-user apps.
    --  With a 1.8 GHz hexa-core 64-bit processor, the TC5 series helps
        enterprise apps run up to five times faster while consuming 15 percent
        less power than other devices running on quad core platforms.
    --  The TC5 Series features innovative productivity design features to help
        improve user satisfaction including an easily removable and replaceable
        battery pack, a large 5-inch display and customizable Active Edge(TM)
        Touch Zones for one-touch access to the most frequently used device
        features and apps.
    --  The TC5 series also provides the operational ease of support for a
        better total cost of ownership (TCO) as well as the fastest, most
        dependable wireless connections inside and outside with 802.11ac/r/k
        Wi-Fi connectivity for superior roaming capability, and 4G LTE WWAN.
SUPPORTING QUOTE

Joe White, vice president, Enterprise Mobile Computing, Zebra Technologies
"The new TC5 series extends Zebra's portfolio and enterprise-class Android market leadership with unparalleled style, durability, management and security as well as an accessory ecosystem that helps these solutions increase productivity and reduce the total cost of ownership in industry settings. Zebra has shipped more than a million enterprise-class Android devices and applied that expertise to ensure customers benefit from the TC5 series' design and enterprise functionality. The TC51 and TC56 look and feel like the most popular consumer-style smartphones but consistently perform in the toughest enterprise conditions."

About Zebra
With the unparalleled visibility Zebra (NASDAQ: ZBRA) provides, enterprises become as smart and connected as the world we live in. Real-time information - gleaned from visionary solutions including hardware, software and services - gives organizations the competitive edge they need to simplify operations, know more about their businesses and customers, and empower their mobile workers to succeed in today's data-centric world. For more information, visit http://www.zebra.com or sign up for our news alerts. Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook.

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Zebra Technologies

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Zebra Technologies

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Krush Technologies and MoveoPlus Bring World's First Fully Immersive Virtual Reality Simulator to Market

DAYTON, Ohio, Nov. 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Krush Technologies, a provider of technology products that create and enhance human connections, and MoveoPlus, a provider of dynamic, user-controlled virtual reality experiences, today announced a collaboration to make Moveo(TM), the world's first fully-immersive virtual reality (VR) simulator, commercially available. Moveo was developed by Krush Technologies and as part of the agreement, MoveoPlus will lead efforts to bring the simulator to market.

Moveo is a revolutionary full motion and 360 degree free-rotation virtual reality simulator that projects users through fully immersive 3D worlds, flying them through space, while they experience the gravitational pull of objects nearby. The simulator is compatible with Sony PSVR, HTC Vive, Oculus Rift, and other head mounted displays (HMDs) and future developments will include multiplayer game modes, social and online interaction experiences.

"While virtual reality may be in its infancy, Moveo was developed to highlight the possibilities of a future with more deeply connected humans and machines," said JP Nauseef, CEO, Krush Technologies. "Moveo demonstrates new, unforgettable experiences that result from merging the physical and virtual worlds in a way that's never been done before."

The Moveo virtual reality simulator initially attracted international attention at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) and South by Southwest (SXSW) in 2016.  MoveoPlus and Krush Technologies are now partnering to make Moveo commercially available. 

"The possibilities for Moveo are endless, and we believe it will be a real game changer in the entertainment, tourism and education industries," said Tommaso Boralevi, Innovations Director, MoveoPlus. "The unique, immersive experience that Moveo provides is unlike any other VR simulator in the market.  Beyond the obvious gaming and entertainment markets, Moveo will become an asset to brands, enabling them to create truly memorable experiences for their fans - to drive interest and engagement, and ultimately impact sales."

Krush Technologies builds experiences that span the physical and virtual worlds, hardware, software and engineering. Its products leverage mobile video - combining artificial and emotional intelligence, augmented and virtual reality.  In addition to the development of Moveo, Krush's suite of mobile applications include ooVoo ®, the world's largest independent video chat platform with160 million users worldwide, Flinch ®, Heystax ® and Emotit for President.

To learn more about Moveo and MoveoPlus, visit: http://www.moveoplus.com/

To learn more about Krush Technologies, visit: https://www.krush.com/

For further information:

Anis Vijay Modi
Marketing Manager
MoveoPlus LLC
(347) 528-6233

Katie Creaser
Senior Vice President
Affect (for Krush Technologies)
kcreaser@affect.com
212-398-9680

About Krush Technologies:
Krush builds technology that spans the physical and virtual worlds, hardware, software and engineering. Its products and experiences leverage mobile video - combining artificial and emotional intelligence, augmented and virtual reality. Krush's mobile applications include, ooVoo ®, the world's largest independent video chat platform with 160 million users worldwide, Flinch ®, Heystax ® and Emotit for President. In its first physical-digital mash-up the company debuted Moveo - the world's first free-rotation VR simulator - at CES 2016. Each Krush product is powered by its Intelligent Video® SDK. Learn more at http://www.krush.com

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Maytag Introduces New Top Load Washer and Dryer to Handle Large, Tough Loads

New Survey Finds Laundry is America's Most Time-Consuming Chore

BENTON HARBOR, Mich., Nov. 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --The approaching holidays ushers in a season filled with entertaining, house guests and laundry. To help Americans spend time less time on laundry this holiday season and throughout the year, Maytag has launched the new, large capacity Top Load Washer and Dryer built to handle tough messes and large loads.

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A recent survey conducted by Omnibus Research on behalf of Maytag* found that American households spend more time on laundry than other household tasks:

    --  American households report that laundry is the most time consuming
        household task (41%), followed by tidying up (39%) and dishes (16%).
    --  Though the amount of laundry that households do on average every week
        can vary widely, 67% are doing at least three loads every week.
    --  Generation X does the most laundry, with one-third (32%) saying they do
        five or more loads of laundry every week.
Especially as holiday guests and entertaining add to the laundry pile, saving time by consolidating laundry loads is more important than ever.

"We know that many Maytag families are busy, especially when holiday guests come and housework increases," said Maytag Senior Brand Manager Brendan Bosch. "That's why we're excited to introduce this durable new Top Load Washer that can save time by handling large loads - even up to 22 towels at once."

The Maytag® Top Load Washer and Dryer boasts a large capacity to get even the largest loads evenly dried**, allowing families to wash more clothes at once so they can spend less time on laundry.

Largest Capacity Agitator Washer Available at 4.7 cu. ft. (MVWB765FW)

    --  Best Cleaning in its class driven by the PowerWash® cycle*** for this
        washer, featuring a combination of extra cleaning action and heated
        water to attack everyday tough stains.
    --  The PowerWash® agitator tackles any load size with both efficient,
        concentrated cleaning to fight stubborn stains and robust wash action to
        help break up messes.
    --  The Deep Fill option fills the wash basket to a maximum water level for
        the laundry load. Available on any wash cycle, the extra water works
        with the PowerWash® agitator to effectively break up and rinse away
        crusted-on messes.
Large Capacity Dryer with Steam-Enhanced Cycles - 7.0 cu. ft. (ME/GDB755DW)

    --  Steam-enhanced Cycles use steam on select cycles to help prevent
        wrinkles, refresh clothes and reduce static.
    --  Advanced Moisture Sensing uses sensor strips to monitor moisture levels
        and temperatures, helping to get your largest loads evenly dried** every
        time.
    --  Largest loads, evenly dried**: With 7.0 cu. ft. capacity, there's plenty
        of room to get your largest loads evenly dried.
Maytag® Top Load Washer and Dryer are now available at select retailers and online at http://www.Maytag.com, with the washer starting at $899 MSRP and the dryer starting at $849 MSRP*****.

About Maytag Brand
For more than a century, Maytag® appliances have been synonymous with dependability and durability. For over 100 years- Maytag has an enduring tradition of quality production and powerful performance. Durable, commercial-grade components are found in many Maytag® appliances - including Maytag® front-load and top-load washers and dryers. Maytag also offers a full range of kitchen appliances - Maytag® dishwashers with the PowerBlast® cycle, Maytag® refrigerators with the Powercold® option, as well as Maytag® ranges, cooktops and ovens with Power(TM) burner and Power(TM) element options. In January 2014, Maytag introduced America to the Maytag Man - a dependable machine and the human embodiment of the durability, reliability and power inside all Maytag® appliances. In addition to creating durable appliances, Maytag also is a dependable partner to the Boys & Girls Clubs of America in their effort to support communities across America and help young people achieve great futures.  For more information about Maytag, please visit Maytag.com, or find us on Facebook at Facebook.com/Maytag, Twitter at @TheMaytagMan, Instagram at instagram.com/Maytag or Pinterest at pinterest.com/Maytag.

* The results in this document represent the findings of a survey conducted by Opinion Research Corporation on behalf of Maytag among a sample of 1,035 American adults who use social media. The online omnibus study is conducted twice a week among a demographically representative U.S. sample of 1,000 adults 18 years of age and older, with those who use social media answering all questions. This survey was live on Oct. 13-16, 2016. The margin of error is +/-3.6%.

** Based on testing of a 15-lb load.

*** Models MVWB765F & MVWB766F. Based on 18-lb load, among leading top load brands, 4.5-4.9 cu. ft. capacity agitator washers, PowerWash® cycle vs. comparable cycles and default settings.

*****MSRP is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price. Dealer alone determines actual retail and advertised prices"

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IBM and NVIDIA Team Up on World's Fastest Deep Learning Enterprise Solution

New IBM PowerAI Software Toolkit Paired with NVIDIA NVLink and GPUDL Libraries Optimized for IBM Power Architecture Helps Enable 2X Performance Breakthroughs on AlexNet with Caffe

SALT LAKE CITY, Nov. 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- IBM (NYSE: IBM) and NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA) today announced collaboration on a new deep learning tool optimized for the latest IBM and NVIDIA technologies to help train computers to think and learn in more human-like ways at a faster pace.

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Deep learning is a fast growing machine learning method that extracts information by crunching through millions of pieces of data to detect and rank the most important aspects from the data. Publicly supported among leading consumer web and mobile application companies, deep learning is quickly being adopted by more traditional business enterprises.

Deep learning and other artificial intelligence capabilities are being used across a wide range of industry sectors; in banking to advance fraud detection through facial recognition; in automotive for self-driving automobiles and in retail for fully automated call centers with computers that can better understand speech and answer questions.

A new deep learning software toolkit available today called IBM PowerAI runs on the recently announced IBM server built for artificial intelligence that features NVIDIA® NVLink(TM) interconnect technology optimized for IBM's Power architecture. The hardware-software solution provides more than 2X performance over comparable servers with 4 GPUs running AlexNet with Caffe.(1) The same 4-GPU Power-based configuration running Alexnet with BVLC Caffe can also outperform 8 M40 GPU-based x86 configurations(2), making it the world's fastest commercially available enterprise systems platform on two versions of a key deep learning framework.

Caffe is a widely-used deep learning framework developed by Berkeley Vision and Learning Center (BVLC) and is recognized within the technology industry as one of the most popular deep learning community applications. Caffe is one of five deep learning software frameworks available in the IBM PowerAI toolkit. The toolkit leverages NVIDIA GPUDL libraries including cuDNN, cuBLAS and NCCL as part of NVIDIA SDKs to deliver multi-GPU acceleration on IBM servers.

IBM PowerAI is designed to run on IBM's highest performing server in its OpenPOWER LC lineup, the IBM Power S822LC for High Performance Computing (HPC), which features NVIDIA NVLink technology optimized for the Power architecture and NVIDIA's latest GPU technology. The new solution supports emerging computing methods of artificial intelligence, particularly deep learning. IBM PowerAI also provides a continued path for Watson, IBM's cognitive solutions platform, to extend its artificial intelligence expertise in the enterprise by using several deep learning methods to train Watson.

"PowerAI democratizes deep learning and other advanced analytic technologies by giving enterprise data scientists and research scientists alike an easy to deploy platform to rapidly advance their journey on AI," said Ken King, General Manager, OpenPOWER. "Coupled with our high performance computing servers built for AI, IBM provides what we believe is the best platform for enterprises building AI-based software, whether it's chatbots for customer engagement, or real-time analysis of social media data."

"Our innovation with IBM on NVIDIA NVLink has created new opportunities for POWER in the deep learning and analytics market," said Ian Buck, VP and GM of Accelerated Computing Group. "NVIDIA's GPUDL libraries in PowerAI will provide world class high-performance tools to power GPU-accelerated deep learning applications."

IBM PowerAI is available immediately at no charge to customers of IBM's Power S822LC for HPC server. PowerAI is designed to run on a single S822LC server and also to scale to large scale supercomputing clusters consisting of dozens, hundreds or thousands of servers.

The NVLink Advantage

PowerAI is a set of binary distributions of popular deep learning frameworks including Caffe, Torch and Theano. Additional distributions include the IBM and NVIDIA versions of the Caffe deep learning frameworks, IBM-Caffe and NVCaffe. IBM has optimized each of the distributions to take advantage of the recently announced IBM POWER8 chip with the NVIDIA NVLink interface featured on the IBM Power S822LC for HPC server.

The POWER8 with NVIDIA NVLink chip is a technology-leading processor design that is the result of open collaboration between OpenPOWER Foundation members IBM and NVIDIA. The new chip enables tight integration between IBM's POWER8 CPU server architecture and the new Pascal architecture NVIDIA's Tesla P100 GPU accelerators. The CPUs and GPUs integrated into the Power S822LC for HPC are connected to each other via the high-speed NVIDIA NVLink interconnect. This industry-unique interface between the CPUs and GPUs, and also between the GPUs, removes potential bottlenecks created by the PCIe interface found in most Intel x86-based servers. The PowerAI toolkit of deep learning applications takes advantage of this new NVLink-based server architecture to optimize performance of the leading artificial intelligence, deep learning and machine learning applications.

Growing Momentum for the Power S822LC for High Performance Computing

The hardware pairing for PowerAI, the IBM Power S822LC for HPC server, was launched in early September. There was immediate interest in the server, equipped with raw performance advantages, among leading research institutions, cloud service providers and business enterprises. This led to very strong demand in the third quarter, contributing to Power's 2x year to year growth in Linux systems revenues.

Initial client uses for the new IBM Power S822LC for HPC servers include:

    --  Human Brain Project - In support of the Human Brain Project, a research
        project funded by the European Commission to advance understanding of
        the human brain, IBM, and NVIDIA deployed a pilot system at the Juelich
        Supercomputing Centre as part of the Pre-Commercial Procurement process.
        Called JURON, the new supercomputer leverages Power S822LC for HPC
        systems.
    --  Cloud provider Nimbix - HPC cloud platform provider, Nimbix expanded its
        cloud supercomputing offerings this month, putting IBM Power S822LC for
        HPC systems with PowerAI in the hands of developers and data scientists
        to achieve enhanced performance.
    --  City of Yachay, Ecuador - Ecuador's "City of Knowledge," Yachay, is a
        planned city designed to push the nation's economy away from commodities
        and towards knowledge-based innovation. Last week the city announced it
        is using a cluster of Power S822LC servers to build the country's first
        supercomputer for the purpose of creating new forms of energy,
        predicting climates, and pioneering food genomics.
    --  SC3 Electronics - A leading cloud supercomputing center in Turkey, SC3
        Electronics announced last month at the OpenPOWER Summit Europe that it
        is creating the largest HPC cluster in the Middle East and North Africa
        region based on Power S822LC for HPC servers.
To download IBM PowerAI, go to http://www.ibm.biz/powerai.

To learn more about the IBM Power S822LC for High Performance Computing server, go to: http://www.ibm.biz/s822lc-hpc.

To learn more about NVIDIA deep learning, go to http://www.nvidia.com/deeplearning.

(1) Based on AlexNet Training for Top-1 50% Accuracy. IBM Power S822LC for HPC configuration: 16 cores (8 cores/socket) at 4.025 GHz with 4xNvidia Pascal P100 GPUs; 512 GB memory; Ubuntu 16.04.1 running NVCaffe 0.14.5 compared to IBM Power S822L configuration: 20 cores (10 cores/socket) at 3.694 GHz with 4xNvidia M40 GPUs; 512 GB memory; Ubuntu 16.04 running BVLC-Caffe f28f5ae2f2453f42b5824723efc326a04dd16d85. Software stack details for both configurations: G++ - 5.3.1, Gfortran -5.3.1, OpenBlas - 0.2.18, Boost -1.58.0, CUDA 8.0 Toolkit, Lapack -3.6.0, Hdf5 -1.8.16, Opencv -2.4.9.

(2) IBM Power S822LC for HPC configuration: 20 cores (10 cores/socket) at 3.95 GHz with 4xNvidia Pascal P100 GPUs; 512 GB memory; Ubuntu 16.04 LE running IBM version BVLC 1.0.0-rc3 compared to Intel E5-2640v4 (Broadwell): 20 cores (10 cores/socket) at 3.6 GHz with 8xNvidia M40 GPUs; 512 GB memory; Ubuntu 16.04 LE running BVLC-Caffe 985493e9ce3e8b61e06c072a16478e6a74e3aa5a. Software stack details for both configurations: G++ - 5.4, Gfortran .4, OpenBlas - 0.2.19, Boost .58.0, CUDA 8.0 Toolkit, Lapack .6.0, Hdf5 .8.16, Opencv .4.9

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NVIDIA Public Relations

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Penclic Release Stylish New KB3 Keyboard

STOCKHOLM, November 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    Penclic [http://www.penclic.se ] have released a stylish new keyboard to their
successful range. The KB3 will become their first Bluetooth keyboard.

    Swedish manufacturer Penclic have mastered ergonomic design with a successful range of
keyboards and mice that help to reduce and prevent the symptoms of R.S.I. (Repetitive
Strain Injury). The KB3
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rounded low profile keys which are quiet, tactile and easy to trigger making for a fast,
effective and above all an accurate user interface. Designed in-line with the successful
Penclic keyboards the KB3 uses the 'tenkeyless' design which reduces the keyboards
footprint by placing the keyboard in a closer and more comfortable working position.

    To view the Multimedia News Release, please click:

https://www.multivu.com/players/uk/7940351-penclic-release-stylish-new-kb3-keyboard

    The KB3 will be available in four striking colours; Gold, Pink, Black and Grey. The
colours radiate style, class and is the perfect way to personalise desk space without
compromising on functionality and quality. The KB3 offers excellent build quality and
ergonomics wrapped up in a design which radiates elegance.

    The KB3 is compatible with IOS/OSX, Android and Windows It will work effortlessly
across multiple platforms and devices. Ideal for tablets, notebooks. For non-Bluetooth
devices the KB3 can be connected via a Micro USB (supplied).

    It can also be charged whilst in use and connected by the cable. The keyboard will
automatically enter sleep mode after being idle for thirty minutes, helping to preserve
battery life between charges.

    The KB3 Black edition is available in Sweden and in the UK. More countries to follow.

    Technical Specifications

    The Penclic KB3 supports Windows XP or later (not Windows mobile), Android and iOS
without the need for a driver.

    Connects wirelessly over Bluetooth Version 3.0 and is USB HID 1.1 Compatible.

    The Lithium-polymer battery has a 250mA capacity and a voltage of 3.1v~ 4.2Volts.

    It also has a wireless reach of 10 meters making it great for controlling your
playback devices from the comfort of your sofa.

    About Penclic(R)

    Sweden-based Penclic AB is the creator of ergonomically functional and sleekly
designed computer accessories that combine the latest technology with Scandinavian design
to make work more productive, comfortable and efficient. Available worldwide, visit:
http://www.penclic.se for more information.

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CONTACT: For further information, please contact: (Sweden) Stina Wahlqvist +46(0)854498995 stina.wahlqvist@penclic.se or (UK) Kieran Elsby +44(0)7720 919360, Kieran@mediapruk.com Peter Harich +46 70-2143601, peter.harich@penclic.se

Allianz's Asia Lab Invites Start-ups to Reinvent Insurance with New Digital Arena Platform

Allianz's Asia Lab Invites Start-ups to Reinvent Insurance with New Digital Arena Platform

SINGAPORE, Nov. 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Allianz today announces the launch of its Digital Arena innovation platform, a programme that encourages start-ups and entrepreneurs to share and pitch fresh ideas that will reinvent the way insurance is delivered and experienced in Asia.

With the aim of bringing together Allianz commercial teams with high-potential entrepreneurs and start-ups from the digital community, the Digital Arena platform will support Allianz in identifying new ways to meet customer needs along the insurance value chain. The platform aims to pioneer next-generation innovation and solutions in connected health, mobility, insurtech, analytics and cyber security.

Robin Loh, Chief Digital Officer, Allianz Asia Pacific said, "Customer needs are evolving rapidly and it is important that we are open, committed and have the infrastructure to meet these changing demands. This innovation platform supports an exciting interaction with disruptive start-ups, and also scales our ecosystem with opportunities for growth. With the Digital Arena platform, even very small start-ups can work with and leverage Allianz's established market presence and commercial expertise across Asia."

Participating start-ups can register their interest on the portal http://www.allianzasialab.com, to have their propositions reviewed and shortlisted by Allianz's Asia Lab team, after which both parties enjoy the flexibility of exploring collaborative options that include partnerships or investments.

Ideas already developed from the pilot phase include the tie-up with RecomN, a Malaysia-based on-demand portal where customers hire tradespeople for services like home repair and food catering. RecomN's early exposure on the Digital Arena platform led to a successful partnership with Allianz Malaysia Berhard, with the insurer providing liability coverage for RecomN's daily online transactions.

This launch follows the unveiling of Allianz's Asia Lab earlier this year, which underscores Allianz's firm commitment to its fast-growing markets in this region. Singapore is home to Allianz's regional head office, from where it services 14 markets across life and health insurance, property and casualty insurance, and asset management.

Press contact:

May Kek: +65-6395-8118 / +65-9783-2014, may.kek@alllianz.com.sg
Tim Williamson: +65-6221-7310 / +65-9450-7361, tim.williamson@cognitomedia.com

These assessments are, as always, subject to the disclaimer provided below.

About Allianz in Asia

Asia is one of our three major growth regions. It is characterized by a rich diversity of cultures, languages and customs. Allianz has been present in the region since 1910, providing fire and marine insurance in the coastal cities of China. Today, Allianz is active in 14 markets in the region, offering its core businesses of property and casualty insurance, life and health insurance and asset management. With its more than 32,000 staff, Allianz serves the needs of over 18 million customers in the region across multiple distribution channels.

About Allianz

Together with its customers and sales partners, Allianz is one of the strongest financial communities. More than

85 million private and corporate customers insured by Allianz rely on its knowledge, global reach, capital strength and solidity to help them make the most of financial opportunities and to avoid and safeguard themselves against risks. In 2015, around 142,000 employees in over 70 countries achieved total revenues of 125.2 billion euros and an operating profit of 10.7 billion euros. Benefits for our customers reached 107.4 billion euros. This business success with insurance, asset management and assistance services is based increasingly on customer demand for crisis-proof financial solutions for an aging society and the challenges of climate change. Transparency and integrity are key components of sustainable corporate governance at Allianz SE.

Cautionary note regarding forward-looking statements

The statements contained herein may include prospects, statements of future expectations and other forward-looking statements that are based on management's current views and assumptions and involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties. Actual results, performance or events may differ materially from those expressed or implied in such forward-looking statements.

Such deviations may arise due to, without limitation, (i) changes of the general economic conditions and competitive situation, particularly in the Allianz Group's core business and core markets, (ii) performance of financial markets (particularly market volatility, liquidity and credit events), (iii) frequency and severity of insured loss events, including from natural catastrophes, and the development of loss expenses, (iv) mortality and morbidity levels and trends, (v) persistency levels, (vi) particularly in the banking business, the extent of credit defaults, (vii) interest rate levels, (viii) currency exchange rates including the euro/US-dollar exchange rate, (ix) changes in laws and regulations, including tax regulations, (x) the impact of acquisitions, including related integration issues, and reorganization measures, and (xi) general competitive factors, in each case on a local, regional, national and/or global basis. Many of these factors may be more likely to occur, or more pronounced, as a result of terrorist activities and their consequences.

No duty to update

The company assumes no obligation to update any information or forward-looking statement contained herein, save for any information required to be disclosed by law.

SOURCE  Allianz

Allianz

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

E-cigarette Maker Shenzhen S-Body Electronics Technology Announces Launch of New Atomizer Sunog and Mod C2D2

SHENZHEN, China, Nov. 11, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- China-based electronic cigarettes manufacturer, Shenzhen S-body Electronics Technology Co., Ltd. (S-BODY), has launched a new atomizer and mod.

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S-BODY's new atomizer, Sunog, comes with push and press function on the top which simplifying the job of refilling e-liquids. Sunog provides one single coil , four finished atomizer coils as well as a RBA coil. The maximum power of the four finished atomizer coils can reach 160w. The new atomizer is made of finely crafted stainless steel. The bottom airflow input design assures fuller enjoyment of the pure flavor of the e-liquid, the production of huge vapor clouds and excellent heat insulation as a result of Derlin materials.

The C2D2 is a large-capacity mod equipped with a replaceable dual 18650-type battery, jointly developed by German VapeDroid and S-BODY. It comes with US-based EVOLV's latest updatable DNA250 temperature protection chip. EVOLV's DNA series chips have been a leader in the e-cigarette industry as a result of their stable performance and the capabilities of the software in terms of the ability to alter the vape parameters. Users can personalize their mods via the software. In addition to a power mode, the C2D2 features three temperature protection modes: TC-Ti, TC-SS and TC-Ni. The unique design and comfortable rubber-like feel also helps to differentiate the mod from competitors in the market.

S-BODY is a brand known for the research, development, production and sale of e-cigarette products worldwide. Since its establishment in 2011, the e-cigarette maker has been committed to manufacturing products that are environmentally-friendly and healthy, by taking advantage of innovative technologies that provide a safe and harmless smoking experience at a fraction of traditional smoking costs. S-BODY products are sold across Europe, North America and Southeast Asia.

The new Sunog atomizer and C2D2 batteries are now available for order.

Please visit http://www.ele-cigarette.net for more information on S-BODY's e-cigarette products.

For more information, please visit:

    Facebook:                      https://www.facebook.com/vaporizersbody

    Instagram:                     https://www.instagram.com/sbody_vape

    Twitter:                       https://twitter.com/vaporizersbody
Contact:

Johnson Tian
Sales Director
+86-159-8950-9995
Johnson@ele-cigarette.net

Doris
Sales Manager
+86-135-1061-1104
sales001@ele-cigarette.net

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SOURCE  Shenzhen S-body Electronics Technology Co., Ltd

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Shenzhen S-body Electronics Technology Co., Ltd

Web Site: http://www.ele-cigarette.net

Mentor Graphics New Tessent DefectSim Automates Test Coverage Measurement for Mixed-Signal Circuits

WILSONVILLE, Ore., Nov. 11, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Mentor Graphics Corporation (Nasdaq: MENT) today announced its new Tessent(®) DefectSim(TM) product, that measures the defect coverage of any test applied to an analog or mixed-signal circuit. This capability improves the quality and reliability of analog and mixed-signal circuits through the selection of more effective tests and reduces the cost of test by showing which tests do not increase coverage. Tessent DefectSim satisfies the growing defect-coverage measurement requirement for automotive ICs set by Tier1 automotive suppliers.

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Tessent DefectSim works with Mentor's Eldo(®) and Questa(®) ADMS((TM)) circuit simulators to measure the effects of opens, shorts, extreme variations, and user-defined defects modeled within a layout-extracted or schematic netlist. A number of techniques are used to reduce total simulation time by many orders of magnitude, compared to sequential simulation of every defect in a flat layout-extracted netlist, without reducing simulation accuracy or limiting the type of test. Among the techniques is a new statistical method called likelihood-weighted random sampling that minimizes the number of defects to simulate and more accurately indicates outgoing chip quality.

"In mixed-signal automotive ICs, about 80% of the defects found in returned ICs are in the analog circuitry. The quality of analog circuitry is traditionally guaranteed using functional tests while the fault coverage remains unknown. A few years ago, we identified several ways to improve defect coverage of analog tests but the main gap towards improvement was the absence of an automated fault simulation tool," said Wim Dobbelaere, director of test and product engineering at ON Semiconductor. "We had an extensive collaboration with Mentor during the development of Tessent DefectSim. We evaluated the tool on several automotive ICs and concluded it is a highly-automated and flexible solution that guides improvements in test and design-for-test techniques and allows us to measurably improve the defect coverage of analog tests."

"We used DefectSim to investigate a simpler, faster structural test for an analog circuit that we manufacture," said Peter Sarson, test development manager at the division Full Service Foundry, ams AG. "DefectSim showed us that the new test has defect coverage equal to that of our specification-based test, and now we only need to validate the new test in production. This tool paid for itself in one project."

Tessent DefectSim can also measure a circuit's tolerance to defects. Defect tolerance is a measure of a circuit's ability, in the presence of defects, to either continue to operate within acceptable operational limits or to transition into a safe state. This metric is very important in automotive applications as it directly relates to long term reliability.

"We're seeing a need for analog test automation from a growing portion of our customer base," said Steve Pateras, product marketing director at Mentor Graphics. "The automotive market has quickly expanded this need, making the unique automation provided by Tessent DefectSim a timely and valuable addition to our Tessent suite of test tools."

Availability

The Tessent DefectSim product is available now in Tessent release version 2016.3.

About Mentor Graphics
Mentor Graphics Corporation is a world leader in electronic hardware and software design solutions, providing products, consulting services and award-winning support for the world's most successful electronic, semiconductor and systems companies. Established in 1981, the company reported revenues in the last fiscal year of approximately $1.18 billion. Corporate headquarters are located at 8005 S.W. Boeckman Road, Wilsonville, Oregon 97070-7777. World Wide Web site: http://www.mentor.com/

(Mentor Graphics, Mentor, Eldo, Questa, and Tessent are registered trademarks, and DefectSim is a trademark of Mentor Graphics Corporation. All other company or product names are the registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective owners.)

    For more information, please contact:

    Anne Cirkel

    Mentor Graphics

    503.685.7934

    anne_cirkel@mentor.com
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E-cigarette Maker Shenzhen S-Body Electronics Technology Announces Launch of New Atomizer Sunog and Mod C2D2

SHENZHEN, China, Nov. 11, 2016 /CNW/ -- China-based electronic cigarettes manufacturer, Shenzhen S-body Electronics Technology Co., Ltd. (S-BODY), has launched a new atomizer and mod.

https://photos.prnewswire.com/prnvar/20161107/438181

S-BODY's new atomizer, Sunog, comes with push and press function on the top which simplifying the job of refilling e-liquids. Sunog provides one single coil , four finished atomizer coils as well as a RBA coil. The maximum power of the four finished atomizer coils can reach 160w. The new atomizer is made of finely crafted stainless steel. The bottom airflow input design assures fuller enjoyment of the pure flavor of the e-liquid, the production of huge vapor clouds and excellent heat insulation as a result of Derlin materials.

The C2D2 is a large-capacity mod equipped with a replaceable dual 18650-type battery, jointly developed by German VapeDroid and S-BODY. It comes with US-based EVOLV's latest updatable DNA250 temperature protection chip. EVOLV's DNA series chips have been a leader in the e-cigarette industry as a result of their stable performance and the capabilities of the software in terms of the ability to alter the vape parameters. Users can personalize their mods via the software. In addition to a power mode, the C2D2 features three temperature protection modes: TC-Ti, TC-SS and TC-Ni. The unique design and comfortable rubber-like feel also helps to differentiate the mod from competitors in the market.

S-BODY is a brand known for the research, development, production and sale of e-cigarette products worldwide. Since its establishment in 2011, the e-cigarette maker has been committed to manufacturing products that are environmentally-friendly and healthy, by taking advantage of innovative technologies that provide a safe and harmless smoking experience at a fraction of traditional smoking costs. S-BODY products are sold across Europe, North America and Southeast Asia.

The new Sunog atomizer and C2D2 batteries are now available for order.

Please visit http://www.ele-cigarette.net for more information on S-BODY's e-cigarette products.

For more information, please visit:

    Facebook:                      https://www.facebook.com/vaporizersbody

    Instagram:                     https://www.instagram.com/sbody_vape

    Twitter:                       https://twitter.com/vaporizersbody
Contact:

Johnson Tian
Sales Director
+86-159-8950-9995
Johnson@ele-cigarette.net

Doris
Sales Manager
+86-135-1061-1104
sales001@ele-cigarette.net

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SOURCE  Shenzhen S-body Electronics Technology Co., Ltd

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Shenzhen S-body Electronics Technology Co., Ltd

Web Site: http://www.ele-cigarette.net