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Quantum Announces New Scalar Storage Platform

Provides Most Efficient, Lowest Cost Storage for Unstructured Data

SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 12, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Quantum Corp. (NYSE: QTM) today announced a new Scalar(®) storage platform optimized for storing and managing the ever-increasing volumes of unstructured data. The first new products based on this platform are the Scalar i6 and Scalar i3 tape libraries and the StorNext AEL6 purpose-built rich media archive appliance. The new Scalar platform is the latest addition to Quantum's multi-tier portfolio of workflow, hybrid flash, object-based, cloud and tape storage that enables customers to maximize the value of their data in the most efficient and cost-effective manner.

Addressing Massive Unstructured Data Growth
Customers are contending with massive growth of unstructured data, including video and other rich media types:

    --  Media and entertainment companies transitioning to 4K workflows.
    --  Security and video surveillance deployments adding more high-definition
        cameras and sophisticated analytics.
    --  Cloud storage providers expanding their customer base.
Tape can play a key role in addressing the challenges of unstructured data growth, providing data protection, active archive or long-term cold storage -- including protecting against ransomware with an offline copy. In addition, tape continues to be significantly more cost-effective than any other storage medium, as reflected in the following chart:

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The Most Efficient Tape Storage Today
The new Scalar storage platform takes the benefits of tape to the next level. It offers best-in-class storage density -- twice that of earlier-generation rack-mounted libraries -- enabling organizations of all sizes to reduce their data center footprint and further reduce their storage costs. As an example, Scalar customers can vault tapes within a system to provide on-premise, monitored cold storage for less than $0.001 per GB, or $0.0014 per GB per month -- a fraction of the cost of public cloud storage.

Other innovations contributing to the Scalar's efficiency include:

    --  80 PLUS(®) certified power supplies, a unique feature of the Scalar
        platform, minimize power and cooling costs and reduce the impact of data
        centers on the environment.
    --  Quantum's iLayer(TM) proactive diagnostics resolve issues before they
        affect operations, to maximize library uptime and minimize operational
        expenses.
    --  Embedded compute capabilities eliminate the need for external
        application servers.
    --  Policy-based data integrity checking -- with the ability to move data
        off suspect tapes -- and in-library active vaulting enable the storage
        of petabytes of data reliably and cost-effectively for years.
Enhanced User Experience
Consumer IT has raised expectations for the user experience in the data center. As a result, the new Scalar platform significantly modernizes and enhances the user experience with features such as an all-new HTTP-based interface; automated setup, configuration and management tasks via web services; an intuitive, swipe-based local user interface design; and interaction via mobile devices.

Three New Offerings Based on the Scalar Platform
The first tape products based on the new Scalar platform are designed for three distinct environments:

    --  The Scalar i3 -- Easy. Scalable. Efficient. Ideal for small and
        medium-sized businesses, the Scalar i3 delivers a new level of
        simplicity and scalability, providing up to 3PB of storage in only 12U
        of rack space.
    --  The Scalar i6 -- Efficient. Intelligent. Enterprise-Scale. Scaling up to
        12PB within a single 48U rack, the Scalar i6 is targeted toward highly
        demanding workflows and enterprise environments.
    --  The StorNext AEL6 Appliance -- Powering Media Workflows. The new
        StorNext AEL6 combines the Scalar i6 library with Quantum's StorNext(®)
        data management software, enhancing the StorNext AEL line of
        purpose-built, archive storage appliances for media workflows. StorNext
        enables easy access to data stored on tape, with options for CIFS, NFS,
        and RESTful interfaces.
Availability and Pricing
The Scalar i3, Scalar i6 and StorNext AEL6 will begin shipping next month, with list prices starting at $8,500 for the Scalar i3, $25,000 for the Scalar i6, and $42,500 for the StorNext AEL6.

Supporting Quotes

Mark Chessler, Senior Marketing and Vendor Relations Manager, T2 Computing
"Our customers are increasingly using tape in new and innovative ways to cope with a flood of unstructured data. We anticipate that the Scalar tape platform will fill a critical and growing need for customers seeking to efficiently reap the value of their data."

Steven Hill, Senior Storage Analyst, The 451 Group
"Tape continues to represent an extremely viable option as a low-cost storage platform for large-scale, unstructured data. Using a combination of fast and dense LTO-7 plus a highly efficient library design, Quantum's new Scalar platform focuses on giving tape libraries a far more flexible and intelligent role in the long-term protection, management and accessibility of unstructured data."

Geoff Stedman, Senior Vice President, Product and Solutions Marketing, Quantum
"Tape has long been synonymous with backup, but its future is as an enabler of efficient unstructured data storage. Use cases like cloud-based cold storage, video production, video surveillance and autonomous car design are ideal for tape, and Quantum's new Scalar platform offers the most efficient tape storage available for these environments."

Additional Resources

    --  For more about the new Scalar platform:
        http://www.quantum.com/products/tapelibraries/index.aspx
    --  Watch a video exploring the Scalar platform's features and use cases:
        http://www.quantum.com/launchevent
    --  For an interactive demonstration of the Scalar platform:
        https://apps.kaonadn.net/5080970084483072/index.html
About Quantum
Quantum is a leading expert in scale-out storage, archive and data protection, providing solutions for capturing, sharing and preserving digital assets over the entire data lifecycle. From small businesses to major enterprises, more than 100,000 customers have trusted Quantum to address their most demanding data workflow challenges. Quantum's end-to-end, tiered storage foundation enables customers to maximize the value of their data by making it accessible whenever and wherever needed, retaining it indefinitely and reducing total cost and complexity. See how at http://www.quantum.com/customerstories.

Quantum, the Quantum logo, iLayer, Scalar and StorNext are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Quantum Corporation and its affiliates in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

"Safe Harbor" Statement: This press release contains "forward-looking" statements. All statements other than statements of historical fact are statements that could be deemed forward-looking statements. Specifically, but without limitation, statements relating to: 1) benefits and value to customers from using Quantum Scalar i3 and Scalar i6 tape libraries, and StorNext AEL6 appliance, 2) customer demand for and Quantum's future revenue from such products and 3) the availability of these new products, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Safe Harbor. All forward-looking statements in this press release are based on information available to Quantum on the date hereof. These statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause Quantum's actual results to differ materially from those implied by the forward-looking statements. More detailed information about these risk factors are set forth in Quantum's periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including, but not limited to, those risks and uncertainties listed in the section entitled "Risk Factors," in Quantum's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 5, 2016 and in Quantum's Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 3, 2016, as amended, especially those risks listed in this section under the heading "Our operating results depend on a limited number of products and on new product introductions, which may not be successful, in which case our business, financial condition and operating results may be materially and adversely affected." Quantum expressly disclaims any obligation to update or alter its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.

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Quantum Corp.

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Ubiquity's Sprocket Powers Virtual, Augmented and Mixed Reality

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 12, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Ubiquity, Inc. (OTCBB: UBIQ) ("Ubiquity" or the "Company"), a technology-focused media company, is delivering a premier platform to the Virtual Reality(VR), Augmented Reality(AR), and Mixed Reality(MR) markets. Pokémon Go, the wildly popular game has proven the public's interest in utilizing these new experiences, and the market for AR, VR, and MR is set to hit $150-billion by 2020. The founders of Ubiquity envisioned these possibilities early on and developed the Sprocket platform to navigate all of the possibilities in this emerging marketplace.

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Ubiquity's founder Chris Carmichael first imagined a world in which content has no boundaries in the late 1990's when he began development of the Sprocket platform. The Sprocket is an intuitive customizable navigation platform which allows users to seamlessly access their favorite destinations and applications across all VR/AR/MR devices including the Microsoft HoloLens. Developers can access SDK's to build new applications on the platform. Ubiquity is transforming the way consumers and developers alike interact with and use these technologies and devices. Ubiquity is focused on capturing the growing opportunities in virtual, augmented, and mixed reality with its Sprocket platform.

Ubiquity Chief Creative Architect Chris Carmichael said: "Our aim is to redefine the barrier between the physical location and the audience and transport you to destinations and experiences that may be otherwise out of reach. We believe the demand for these products and services will contribute to the growth of Ubiquity's core products as well as the continued use of our patented technology."

Augmented, mixed and virtual reality represent one of the bigger business opportunities of the coming decade, along with the Internet of Things and Artificial Intelligence.  In the coming years, the International Data Corporation (IDC) expects developers to create a range of new experiences for the devices that will fundamentally change the way many people do their work. But what users can do with the hardware will depend on the applications and services that power the products.  Ubiquity's Sprocket platform is that layer of support that is crucial for the development, deployment and  adoption  of these new devices.

Carmichael Continued: "The future of communication and collaboration will be defined by these immersive, virtual, augmented, and mixed reality experiences that provide economic value across the gaming, entertainment, social and the business marketplaces. These technologies will continue to disrupt the current standard with limitless possibilities." 

Mark Zuckerberg who recently stated that "virtual  reality will have a similar impact to the advent of the smartphone, becoming a staple of everyday life that unlocks brand-new markets for media and technology companies to profit from."

About Ubiquity, Inc. (OTCBB: UBIQ)

Based in Irvine, CA, Ubiquity is a vertically integrated, technology-focused media company. Ubiquity is focused in five specific areas with a robust portfolio of patents and intellectual property. The Company has developed an intuitive user interface making access to all content from any device in a simple, consistent format. Ubiquity enables the search and identification of any object and image in all video and digital media and has developed a platform for mobile transaction including the integration of payments, money transfers, coupons and gifts. Ubiquity has also developed an industry-leading, intuitive, immersive consumer experience for all web-based activity.  Finally, the company allows for the personalization of all content, whether public or private, in a unique accessible way. Ubiquity's intellectual property and unique cloud-based technology combines Mobile as a Service ("MaaS") with Software as a Service ("SaaS") to enable its customers to structure their content and data in a mobile cloud to deliver innovative user experiences to their multiscreen communities and audiences worldwide. Through Ubiquity Labs the company is leveraging an extensive portfolio of intellectual property spanning Web 3.0, immersive advertising, video compression, content distribution, e-commerce, and mobile applications to support the commercialization of new technologies. In addition, Ubiquity intends to pursue strategic licensing opportunities. Ubiquity, Inc. owns 51% of Sprocket Hong Kong Ltd., and receives 60% of the revenue generated from Sprocket HK Ltd. For more information go to http://www.ubiquitycorp.com

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WallyHome(TM) Introduces Second Generation Monitoring System With "Rapid Response" To Help Homeowners Prevent Serious Property Damage

Home Sensing Solution Detects Water Leaks, Heating and Cooling Outages and Connects Users to Service Professionals for Fast Action

SEATTLE, Oct. 12, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- The next generation WallyHome wireless sensor network provides homeowners with peace of mind through unprecedented access to monitoring and maintaining the health of their home. The revolutionary home sensing solution detects and alerts users to water leaks and changes in humidity and temperature. The new system includes updated capabilities for the hub and sensors, and introduces Rapid Response, an optional new subscription emergency repair service that connects users to a service professional who can be dispatched to quickly fix problems and help avoid serious property damage.

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"Almost 40 percent* of all homeowners have reported damage due to water over their lifetime and property damage from water leaks is the second most common home insurance claim," said Ryan Ciovacco, President of Wally Labs and Connected Living for Sears Holdings Corporation. "Our goal with WallyHome is to solve real pain points for homeowners, such as leaks that cause serious water damage or a heating outage at 2 a.m. on a freezing night. WallyHome can help save our users money and provide greater peace of mind by catching problems early on and notifying owners before significant damage occurs. We go beyond simply alerting a customer to an issue. Our end-to-end solution will also connect you with a certified professional to fix the problem before it gets worse--24 hours a day."

The WallyHome system lets users know what's happening in real-time through text message, push and email notifications and phone calls. Users can monitor for the following through the upgraded sensor:

    --  Water leaks: Detect leaks to reduce the risk of costly water damage.
    --  Temperature changes:
        --  Identify potential problems with heating and air conditioning
            systems to reduce the risk of frozen pipes and other hazards.
        --  Continuously measures the temperature in multiple locations in the
            home, alerting users to extreme levels or changes in temperature.
    --  Humidity: Reduce the potential for unhealthy mold growth by monitoring
        humidity levels.
    --  Doors & windows: Avoid unknowingly leaving doors and windows open,
        making the home more secure and help reduce monthly energy bills.
"We've taken all of the features our members loved from the original product, and extended them to be compatible with the most popular connected home protocols," said Parag Garg, CTO of Wally Labs and Connected Living at Sears Holdings.  "In the coming months, we'll be announcing some new features, partnerships, third party products and service integrations, as well as several new WallyHome branded products."

The WallyHome Rapid Response(TM) partnership with ServiceLive's nearly 35,000 certified and screened professionals, makes it the first home monitoring system available with the ability to not only detect, but react to issues by quickly connecting owners with a service to dispatch the appropriate service professional to fix the problem. Quick action is the key to preventing or limiting property damage and the Rapid Response service delivers a professional to remedy issues within two hours, even if the homeowner is away. Rapid Response currently specializes in non-life threatening emergencies such as leaks, heating and cooling outages and frozen pipes. Areas of focus include refrigerators, dishwashers, ice makers, bathtubs, pipes, washing machines, water heaters, water softeners, HVAC, toilets and showers.

WallyHome is conducting partnership pilots with several home insurance and property management companies and is currently used in many commercial businesses ranging from restaurants and vineyards to data centers and farms.

Do-it-yourself installation of WallyHome is a snap and can be set up in minutes. Simply place the wireless sensors around the home, connect them to the network using the Wally app, and the system is set. WallyHome starter kits ($99.99) and sensors ($34.99) are available now at WallyHome.com and Sears.com. WallyHome works with iOS and Android** and is compatible with additional approved smart devices. The WallyHome sensors are rated for five years of battery life under normal usage and the second generation hub offers battery backup. For more information on Wally's offerings and services, a complete list of compatible products and to stay current on Wally news, such as the introduction of additional modules and monitoring devices, visit WallyHome.com.

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About Wally Labs LLC
Acquired in 2015, Wally Labs is a subsidiary of Sears Holdings Corporation. Wally has maintained its innovation and technical expertise, and is now backed by the logistical and operational resources of a Fortune 150 company, as well as the unparalleled advantage of a close partnership with the nation's largest home services provider.

Wally Labs is a sensor and services platform company for the connected home, focused on home safety, security, and loss prevention. Its technology provides homeowners with state-of-the-art coverage and sensor longevity for environmental hazard detection. Its customers use its devices, in connection with its monitoring service, to discover and alert themselves when a harmful event occurs in their home. Wally Rapid Response partners with ServiceLive's nearly 35,000 certified and screened service professionals to dispatch the appropriate service professional to fix the problem. ServiceLive is a division of Sears Home Services.

About Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., a wholly owned subsidiary of Sears Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ: SHLD), is a leading integrated retailer providing merchandise and related services and is part of Shop Your Way, a social shopping experience where members have the ability to earn points and receive benefits across a wide variety of physical and digital formats through shopyourway.com. Sears, Roebuck offers its wide range of home merchandise, apparel and automotive products and services through Sears-branded and affiliated full-line and specialty retail stores. Sears, Roebuck also offers a variety of merchandise and services through sears.com and specialty catalogs. Sears, Roebuck offers consumers leading proprietary brands including Kenmore, Craftsman, and DieHard -- among the most trusted and preferred brands in the U.S. The company is the nation's largest provider of home services, with nearly 12 million service and installation calls made annually. For more information, visit the Sears, Roebuck website at http://www.sears.com or the Sears Holdings Corporation website at http://www.searsholdings.com.

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Boldon James Gives Mac the Full Data Classification Treatment

Latest release extends classification across the Microsoft Office for Mac suite of applications and confirms Boldon James Classifier as the most comprehensive data classification solution available in the market

LONDON, October 12, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    QinetiQ's data security company Boldon James [http://www.boldonjames.com ], the
leading specialist provider of data classification and secure messaging solutions, today
announced the launch of Mac Classifier - providing user-centric data classification
functionality to organisations using Microsoft Office for Mac. Mac Classifier specifically
extends the user experience of Outlook to incorporate classification and uniquely enhances
Word, Excel and PowerPoint to engage users in document classification. This latest release
positions Classifier as the most comprehensive data classification solution in the market
today, with coverage now provided for Windows and Mac operating systems plus specialist
applications including IBM Notes and CAD applications such as AutoDesk and DraftSight. Mac
Classifier complements the existing extensive Classifier product suite including;

       
        - Office Classifier, uniquely delivering a classification user experience within
          Microsoft Visio and Project in addition to Word, Excel and PowerPoint;
        - Mobile Classifier, the only product that extends data classification capability to
          Android, iOS and Windows Phone;
        - Exchange Classifier that is exclusive in applying classification policy to messages
          in-transit;
        - Power Classifier which enables organisations to automate routine classification tasks
          and works seamlessly with Discovery agents and data retention solutions.

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    The Mac Classifier product meets the enterprise market need to extend classification
coverage to Mac desktop and laptop devices, which are more frequently used by senior
executives where sensitive data protection is paramount, in addition to the traditional
dominance of Mac in the creative and media industries. According to analyst firm IDC, Mac
market share has grown to a record 8% compared to other operating systems, with Mac usage
replacing PCs at an unprecedented rate, partly fuelled by lower running costs and
increased security.

    In summary, Mac Classifier delivers the following:

       
        - Covers all key Office for Mac applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel and
          PowerPoint 
        - Engages Mac users in process of preventing data loss  
        - Shares a common classification user-experience with all other Classifier products 
        - Employs unified administration alongside other Classifier products  
        - Applies metadata classification labels to drive other security and data management
          solutions 

    Commenting on the launch, Martin Sugden, CEO at Boldon James, said "The launch of Mac
Classifier extends our data classification capabilities to cover the widest range of
productivity applications and operating systems of any vendor. Mac Classifier demonstrates
the ease with which Boldon James can bring classification to new applications, utilising
the underlying strength of the Classifier Platform, which provides a common user
experience, unified administration and full extensibility." Sugden continues "Supported by
our class-leading technology platform and coupled with best-of-breed technology
partnerships in areas such as DLP, Discovery and Encryption, Boldon James continues to be
the partner of choice in delivering innovative, specialist data classification solutions
to provide our customers with competitive advantage. We pride ourselves on the ability to
develop products that meet the evolving needs of our customers and Mac Classifier is the
next step in our classification journey."

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    About Boldon James 

    For 30 years, Boldon James has been a leader in data classification and secure
messaging solutions, helping organisations manage and protect sensitive information
securely and in compliance with legislation and standards, in some of the most complex and
demanding messaging environments in the world.

    Boldon James is a wholly-owned subsidiary of QinetiQ plc, with offices worldwide.
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    About QinetiQ 

    A FTSE250 company, QinetiQ uses its world class knowledge, research and innovation to
provide high-end technical expertise and advice, to customers in the global aerospace,
defence and security markets. Visit the website at http://www.QinetiQ.com

       
         
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Xilinx Announces Production Milestone for 16nm UltraScale+ Portfolio Ahead of Schedule

Company opens order entry for production devices this quarter

SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 12, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Xilinx, Inc. (NASDAQ:XLNX) today announced it has reached a significant production milestone for its 16nm UltraScale+(TM) portfolio ahead of schedule. Less than a year after first ship of all devices, open order entry for production devices is available this quarter. The Xilinx(®) UltraScale+ portfolio is the only FinFET-based programmable technology available at 14nm or 16nm in the industry. The portfolio includes Kintex(®), Virtex(®) UltraScale+ FPGAs and Zynq(®) UltraScale+ MPSoCs.

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"This production milestone further stretches our greater than one year lead in 16nm product delivery," said Moshe Gavrielov, president & CEO at Xilinx. "I'm proud of Xilinx's three consecutive generations of development and operational excellence." 

About Xilinx

Xilinx is the leading provider of All Programmable FPGAs, SoCs, MPSoCs, and 3D ICs. Xilinx uniquely enables applications that are both software defined and hardware optimized - powering industry advancements in Cloud Computing, Embedded Vision, Industrial IoT, and 5G Wireless. For more information, visit http://www.xilinx.com.

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GreenKey to Launch Mobile 'Turret' App for Traders and Brokers

CHICAGO, Oct. 12, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- GreenKey, creator of an award-winning voice workspace platform for global financial market participants, today announced that the firm next month will launch a mobile application for iOS and Android devices. 

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The new app will offer full integration with GreenKey's patented software and Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) network along with existing turrets (lines and hardware). Crucial, secure turret functionality will be available through the mobile app, including intercom connections with push-to-talk functionality. In addition the app will include the ability to place outbound or accept incoming calls with full recording capability and transcription.

GreenKey Chief Product Officer Anthony Tassone said: "We're thrilled to launch our 'pocket turret.' This nimble, lightweight app will allow brokers and traders to leverage our collaboration tools anywhere they go, while remaining compliant with full recording and transcription capability." 

GreenKey expects adoption to be seamless. 

The app will offer integration with existing legacy hard turrets through the use of the GreenKey Voice Gateway. This gateway allows users to get 'On-Net' with those contacts still using legacy hardware and lines.

Paul Kaperak, GreenKey Product Manager, said: "We're bringing our open-office collaborative experience to clients' mobile devices, ensuring that market participants stay compliant with their voice and chat messages no matter what device they use." 

Kaperak said the new app uses Cordova, a popular framework used in iPhones, and takes up a tiny amount of space on the phone.  Users can download the app on iTunes and Google Play.

About GreenKey

GreenKey provides the most comprehensive, advanced voice workspace environment for firms involved in the financial markets. The firm's patented software turret functionality, encrypted global VoIP network and searchable speech-to-text files combine to make voice communication significantly simpler, smarter and more cost-effective.  GreenKey's VoIP network is now deployed at more than 300 firms, including some of the world's largest banks, brokerage firms and trading firms.  For more information, please visit http://www.greenkeytech.com or follow the firm on Twitter, @GreenKeyTech, or on LinkedIn.

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Elior Group Adopts New App to Ensure You'll Never Eat Alone in its Restaurants

PARIS, October 12, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    For employees, the lunch break rhymes with conviviality; a ritual when one eats with
the same people at the same time. But what about people who are new, or shy? To make it
easier to get to know people in the workplace, Elior Group [http://www.eliorgroup.com ]
has entered into a new partnership with the start-up Never Eat Alone
[https://nevereatalone.io/en ] whose application helps organize lunches between
colleagues.

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    Launched just a year ago, Never Eat Alone [https://nevereatalone.io/en ] has enjoyed
considerable success and is now looking to step up growth both in France and abroad. Its
application connects office employees and company neighbors at lunch time. The aim is not
only to foster meetings and bring people of similar tastes and interests together but also
to encourage intra-company collaboration.

    Commenting on this new partnership, Philippe Salle, Chairman and Chief Executive
Officer of Elior Group [http://www.eliorgroup.com ], stated: "Elior Group is reinventing
the lunch break which has to be a convivial moment as well as a tasty experience.  This is
being made possible today thanks to digitalization and the talent of startups like Never
Eat Alone."

    Founder of Never Eat Alone, Marie Schneegans went on to say: "We look forward to
growing our company with Elior Group as a partner. The dynamism and strength of the Elior
Group teams immediately made us want to work together.  Elior Group has an extraordinary
awareness of digitalization; a factor which makes it one of the bridgeheads of FoodTech."

    This partnership comes with an equity stake in the start-up and is in line with the
Life4 innovation program laid out in the Elior Group 2016-2020 strategic plan. Within the
context of this program, the Group seeks out, supports and promotes FoodTech talent. With
the backing of mentoring and equity investment, start-ups can try out their innovations in
Elior Group client restaurants and gauge their feasibility in the real world. For the
Group, accompanying these fledgling enterprises is a way of contributing to the
development of an ecosystem which will benefit the whole of the catering sector.

    For more information : eliorgroup.com
[http://www.eliorgroup.com/press/press-releases/elior-group-adopts-new-app-ensure-youll-never-eat-alone-its-restaurants ]

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Microsoft announces global expansion for HoloLens

Overwhelming developer and commercial interest in pioneering mixed-reality experiences brings HoloLens to six new countries.

REDMOND, Wash., Oct. 12, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- On Wednesday, Microsoft Corp. announced that Microsoft HoloLens, the world's first self-contained holographic computer, is now available for preorder in Australia, France, Germany, Ireland, New Zealand and the United Kingdom, with devices starting to ship in late November.

http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnvar/20000822/MSFTLOGO

The news comes while HoloLens is experiencing tremendous excitement and interest from developers and commercial customers and partners around the globe.

"Since the launch of Microsoft HoloLens, we have seen really passionate developers and world-class companies develop groundbreaking computing experiences -- experiences only possible on HoloLens," said Alex Kipman, technical fellow, Microsoft Windows and Devices Group. "When we set out to pioneer the mixed-reality category, we knew that many of the best innovations would be discovered when others got their hands on the technology. It has been quite inspiring to see what our partners have built and what individual developers have created. Together, we have only scratched the surface for what mixed reality can do. I can't wait to see what happens next as we welcome these new countries to our holographic landscape."

Commercial customers breaking new ground with Microsoft HoloLens

Since the launch of HoloLens, Microsoft has seen innovation happening across the board as a diverse set of companies and partners breaks new ground within its industries using HoloLens as a means to transform their business. Here is what a few of these companies have had to say about their experience with HoloLens.

Case Western Reserve University: "This device allows us to engage students in unprecedented ways," said Mark Griswold, faculty director for Case Western Reserve's Interactive Commons and leader of the university's work with Microsoft HoloLens. "The HoloLens allows students to explore the world in completely new ways. The mixed-reality view means students and faculty can interact with one another and the holographic information the entire time, preserving the critical human connection that is such an essential part of learning. We have just begun to explore the potential of HoloLens, and I am already confident that in time the device will be as common in student backpacks as laptops and smartphones."

Lowe's Home Improvement: "At Lowe's we've endeavored to build a mixed-reality solution to help change the future of our retail experience. When we saw HoloLens, we knew we had found a solution that would allow us to create a collaborative process, enabling customers to make decisions about their home improvement projects quickly and confidently," said Kyle Nel, executive director of Lowe's Innovation Labs. "We're investing the most valuable thing we have: our time and our focus. Microsoft's deep history of delivering meaningful solutions with other companies assures us that our partnership will help provide a differentiating customer experience."

thyssenkrupp: "With elevators transporting over 1 billion people each day, we have a critical role to play in keeping cities moving. At thyssenkrupp, we are focused on leading the much-needed transformation of the global elevator industry to dramatically increase the efficiency and availability of elevators, and HoloLens is a key element in helping us achieve these goals," said Andreas Schierenbeck, CEO of thyssenkrupp Elevator. "The application of HoloLens in our operations can reduce service intervention times by up to four times, and such a feat was only made possible through our strong collaboration with Microsoft."

NASA: Our partnership with NASA brings mixed reality to space exploration and discovery, creating new experiences and educational opportunities for scientists and consumers alike. Together with NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, we have created four groundbreaking mixed-reality applications. The OnSight project enables scientists to use HoloLens to "work on Mars" together, directly from their offices, allowing them a means to plan and, along with the Curiosity Mars Rover, conduct science operations on the Red Planet. By extending the OnSight project, in September we opened "Destination: Mars" at the Kennedy Space Center to the public, which allows visitors the only opportunity possible today to walk around the Red Planet, just as NASA scientists do today. The Sidekick project brought HoloLens to the International Space Station to enable station crews to get remote expert assistance when and where they need it, reducing crew training requirements and increasing the efficiency at which astronauts can work in space. The NASA team created the ProtoSpace HoloLens application to build the next generation of spacecraft and space rovers; the application brings 3-D spacecraft designs into the world to help improve the design process.

With today's global expansion of HoloLens, more commercial partners are set to deliver new experiences that will allow their employees and customers to discover new ways to work.

Airbus: "Airbus believes in mixed-reality technologies, which are already deployed within our products and processes. Microsoft HoloLens is a promising platform, bringing mobility and new ways to consume and link users with digital information. Following our co-development with Microsoft teams, the device is concretely being tested and challenged in various environments across the company to understand if the technology will meet our business expectations. It is a very exciting phase, and we are looking forward to sharing concrete results based on our investigation."

Audi: "Audi is invested in leading the future of automotive design through the use of cutting-edge technologies. A technology like Microsoft HoloLens could open up new opportunities for our services in many ways -- from engineering reviews and collaboration to after-sales scenarios and new ways of customer experiences. There are many use cases to be realized," said Jan Pflüger, Coordination Augmented and Virtual Reality at Audi IT. "A mixed-reality solution like HoloLens seems very promising in helping us improve service quality, innovate on our customer communication, and cut time and costs required for maintenance. We see an exciting future in this technology and look forward to expanding its use at Audi."

Saab: "Microsoft HoloLens is the perfect platform for learning, collaborating or visualizing complex information," said Inger Lawes, Saab Australia's Mixed Reality Applications Program Head. "For example, in the training environment, it allows both trainers and trainees to share a visually rich interactive experience where the real world can be overlaid with fully interactive holograms. This technology is transformational, and we have had significant interest from a diverse range of industries such as healthcare and mining, keen to understand how Microsoft HoloLens and tailored mixed-reality applications can add new value to their businesses." 

Microsoft's mixed-reality movement is just beginning

Today, HoloLens customers are developing innovative solutions that are already having a positive impact on their business. These customers are the early adopters of the kind of mixed-reality solutions that are poised for exponential growth in the years to come. According to IDC, "worldwide revenues for the augmented reality and virtual reality market will grow from $5.2 billion in 2016 to more than $162 billion in 2020.(1)" Windows 10 will be updated in 2017 to include Windows Holographic, the platform that powers the mixed-reality experiences enabling people to perceive the world differently, break down barriers, and bring the virtual and the physical worlds together. In June at Computex, we announced that Windows Holographic is coming to Windows 10 PCs and head-mounted displays to deliver incredible new mixed-reality experiences. The development opportunity is significant -- as all holographic apps are Universal Windows apps, and all Universal Windows apps can be made to run on the Windows Holographic platform. This means the investments that developers of all shapes and sizes make today will take advantage of the growing ecosystem of Windows Holographic devices.

Microsoft HoloLens available to preorder in new countries now

Microsoft first announced HoloLens in January 2015 and shipped to developers and commercial partners in Canada and the United States on March 31, 2016. Microsoft HoloLens is now available to preorder exclusively from the Microsoft Store in Australia, France, Germany, Ireland, New Zealand and the United Kingdom, with devices starting to ship in late November.

More about the Microsoft HoloLens Development Edition and Commercial Suite, and Windows Holographic can be found here.

Microsoft (Nasdaq "MSFT" @Microsoft) is the leading platform and productivity company for the mobile-first, cloud-first world, and its mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more.

(1) IDC Press Release, "Worldwide Revenues for Augmented and Virtual Reality Forecast to Reach $162 Billion in 2020, According to IDC," Aug. 15, 2016

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CONTACT: For more information, press only: Microsoft Media Relations, WE Communications for Microsoft, (425) 638-7777, rrt@we-worldwide.com

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

Microsoft announces global expansion for HoloLens

Overwhelming developer and commercial interest in pioneering mixed-reality experiences brings HoloLens to six new countries.

REDMOND, Washington, Oct. 12, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- On Wednesday, Microsoft Corp. announced that Microsoft HoloLens, the world's first self-contained holographic computer, is now available for preorder in Australia, France, Germany, Ireland, New Zealand and the United Kingdom, with devices starting to ship in late November.

Logo - http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20000822/MSFTLOGO

The news comes while HoloLens is experiencing tremendous excitement and interest from developers and commercial customers and partners around the globe.

"Since the launch of Microsoft HoloLens, we have seen really passionate developers and world-class companies develop groundbreaking computing experiences -- experiences only possible on HoloLens," said Alex Kipman, technical fellow, Microsoft Windows and Devices Group. "When we set out to pioneer the mixed-reality category, we knew that many of the best innovations would be discovered when others got their hands on the technology. It has been quite inspiring to see what our partners have built and what individual developers have created. Together, we have only scratched the surface for what mixed reality can do. I can't wait to see what happens next as we welcome these new countries to our holographic landscape."

Commercial customers breaking new ground with Microsoft HoloLens

Since the launch of HoloLens, Microsoft has seen innovation happening across the board as a diverse set of companies and partners breaks new ground within its industries using HoloLens as a means to transform their business. Here is what a few of these companies have had to say about their experience with HoloLens.

Case Western Reserve University: "This device allows us to engage students in unprecedented ways," said Mark Griswold, faculty director for Case Western Reserve's Interactive Commons and leader of the university's work with Microsoft HoloLens. "The HoloLens allows students to explore the world in completely new ways. The mixed-reality view means students and faculty can interact with one another and the holographic information the entire time, preserving the critical human connection that is such an essential part of learning. We have just begun to explore the potential of HoloLens, and I am already confident that in time the device will be as common in student backpacks as laptops and smartphones."

Lowe's Home Improvement: "At Lowe's we've endeavored to build a mixed-reality solution to help change the future of our retail experience. When we saw HoloLens, we knew we had found a solution that would allow us to create a collaborative process, enabling customers to make decisions about their home improvement projects quickly and confidently," said Kyle Nel, executive director of Lowe's Innovation Labs. "We're investing the most valuable thing we have: our time and our focus. Microsoft's deep history of delivering meaningful solutions with other companies assures us that our partnership will help provide a differentiating customer experience."

thyssenkrupp: "With elevators transporting over 1 billion people each day, we have a critical role to play in keeping cities moving. At thyssenkrupp, we are focused on leading the much-needed transformation of the global elevator industry to dramatically increase the efficiency and availability of elevators, and HoloLens is a key element in helping us achieve these goals," said Andreas Schierenbeck, CEO of thyssenkrupp Elevator. "The application of HoloLens in our operations can reduce service intervention times by up to four times, and such a feat was only made possible through our strong collaboration with Microsoft."

NASA: Our partnership with NASA brings mixed reality to space exploration and discovery, creating new experiences and educational opportunities for scientists and consumers alike. Together with NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, we have created four groundbreaking mixed-reality applications. The OnSight project enables scientists to use HoloLens to "work on Mars" together, directly from their offices, allowing them a means to plan and, along with the Curiosity Mars Rover, conduct science operations on the Red Planet. By extending the OnSight project, in September we opened "Destination: Mars" at the Kennedy Space Center to the public, which allows visitors the only opportunity possible today to walk around the Red Planet, just as NASA scientists do today. The Sidekick project brought HoloLens to the International Space Station to enable station crews to get remote expert assistance when and where they need it, reducing crew training requirements and increasing the efficiency at which astronauts can work in space. The NASA team created the ProtoSpace HoloLens application to build the next generation of spacecraft and space rovers; the application brings 3-D spacecraft designs into the world to help improve the design process.

With today's global expansion of HoloLens, more commercial partners are set to deliver new experiences that will allow their employees and customers to discover new ways to work.

Airbus: "Airbus believes in mixed-reality technologies, which are already deployed within our products and processes. Microsoft HoloLens is a promising platform, bringing mobility and new ways to consume and link users with digital information. Following our co-development with Microsoft teams, the device is concretely being tested and challenged in various environments across the company to understand if the technology will meet our business expectations. It is a very exciting phase, and we are looking forward to sharing concrete results based on our investigation."

Audi: "Audi is invested in leading the future of automotive design through the use of cutting-edge technologies. A technology like Microsoft HoloLens could open up new opportunities for our services in many ways -- from engineering reviews and collaboration to after-sales scenarios and new ways of customer experiences. There are many use cases to be realized," said Jan Pflüger, Coordination Augmented and Virtual Reality at Audi IT. "A mixed-reality solution like HoloLens seems very promising in helping us improve service quality, innovate on our customer communication, and cut time and costs required for maintenance. We see an exciting future in this technology and look forward to expanding its use at Audi."

Saab: "Microsoft HoloLens is the perfect platform for learning, collaborating or visualizing complex information," said Inger Lawes, Saab Australia's Mixed Reality Applications Program Head. "For example, in the training environment, it allows both trainers and trainees to share a visually rich interactive experience where the real world can be overlaid with fully interactive holograms. This technology is transformational, and we have had significant interest from a diverse range of industries such as healthcare and mining, keen to understand how Microsoft HoloLens and tailored mixed-reality applications can add new value to their businesses." 

Microsoft's mixed-reality movement is just beginning

Today, HoloLens customers are developing innovative solutions that are already having a positive impact on their business. These customers are the early adopters of the kind of mixed-reality solutions that are poised for exponential growth in the years to come. According to IDC, "worldwide revenues for the augmented reality and virtual reality market will grow from $5.2 billion in 2016 to more than $162 billion in 2020.(1)" Windows 10 will be updated in 2017 to include Windows Holographic, the platform that powers the mixed-reality experiences enabling people to perceive the world differently, break down barriers, and bring the virtual and the physical worlds together. In June at Computex, we announced that Windows Holographic is coming to Windows 10 PCs and head-mounted displays to deliver incredible new mixed-reality experiences. The development opportunity is significant -- as all holographic apps are Universal Windows apps, and all Universal Windows apps can be made to run on the Windows Holographic platform. This means the investments that developers of all shapes and sizes make today will take advantage of the growing ecosystem of Windows Holographic devices.

Microsoft HoloLens available to preorder in new countries now

Microsoft first announced HoloLens in January 2015 and shipped to developers and commercial partners in Canada and the United States on March 31, 2016. Microsoft HoloLens is now available to preorder exclusively from the Microsoft Store in Australia, France, Germany, Ireland, New Zealand and the United Kingdom, with devices starting to ship in late November.

More about the Microsoft HoloLens Development Edition and Commercial Suite, and Windows Holographic can be found here.

Microsoft (Nasdaq "MSFT" @Microsoft) is the leading platform and productivity company for the mobile-first, cloud-first world, and its mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more.

(1) IDC Press Release, "Worldwide Revenues for Augmented and Virtual Reality Forecast to Reach $162 Billion in 2020, According to IDC," Aug. 15, 2016

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Microsoft announces global expansion for HoloLens

Overwhelming developer and commercial interest in pioneering mixed-reality experiences brings HoloLens to six new countries.

REDMOND, Wash., Oct. 12, 2016 /CNW/ -- On Wednesday, Microsoft Corp. announced that Microsoft HoloLens, the world's first self-contained holographic computer, is now available for preorder in Australia, France, Germany, Ireland, New Zealand and the United Kingdom, with devices starting to ship in late November.

http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnvar/20000822/MSFTLOGO

The news comes while HoloLens is experiencing tremendous excitement and interest from developers and commercial customers and partners around the globe.

"Since the launch of Microsoft HoloLens, we have seen really passionate developers and world-class companies develop groundbreaking computing experiences -- experiences only possible on HoloLens," said Alex Kipman, technical fellow, Microsoft Windows and Devices Group. "When we set out to pioneer the mixed-reality category, we knew that many of the best innovations would be discovered when others got their hands on the technology. It has been quite inspiring to see what our partners have built and what individual developers have created. Together, we have only scratched the surface for what mixed reality can do. I can't wait to see what happens next as we welcome these new countries to our holographic landscape."

Commercial customers breaking new ground with Microsoft HoloLens

Since the launch of HoloLens, Microsoft has seen innovation happening across the board as a diverse set of companies and partners breaks new ground within its industries using HoloLens as a means to transform their business. Here is what a few of these companies have had to say about their experience with HoloLens.

Case Western Reserve University: "This device allows us to engage students in unprecedented ways," said Mark Griswold, faculty director for Case Western Reserve's Interactive Commons and leader of the university's work with Microsoft HoloLens. "The HoloLens allows students to explore the world in completely new ways. The mixed-reality view means students and faculty can interact with one another and the holographic information the entire time, preserving the critical human connection that is such an essential part of learning. We have just begun to explore the potential of HoloLens, and I am already confident that in time the device will be as common in student backpacks as laptops and smartphones."

Lowe's Home Improvement: "At Lowe's we've endeavored to build a mixed-reality solution to help change the future of our retail experience. When we saw HoloLens, we knew we had found a solution that would allow us to create a collaborative process, enabling customers to make decisions about their home improvement projects quickly and confidently," said Kyle Nel, executive director of Lowe's Innovation Labs. "We're investing the most valuable thing we have: our time and our focus. Microsoft's deep history of delivering meaningful solutions with other companies assures us that our partnership will help provide a differentiating customer experience."

thyssenkrupp: "With elevators transporting over 1 billion people each day, we have a critical role to play in keeping cities moving. At thyssenkrupp, we are focused on leading the much-needed transformation of the global elevator industry to dramatically increase the efficiency and availability of elevators, and HoloLens is a key element in helping us achieve these goals," said Andreas Schierenbeck, CEO of thyssenkrupp Elevator. "The application of HoloLens in our operations can reduce service intervention times by up to four times, and such a feat was only made possible through our strong collaboration with Microsoft."

NASA: Our partnership with NASA brings mixed reality to space exploration and discovery, creating new experiences and educational opportunities for scientists and consumers alike. Together with NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, we have created four groundbreaking mixed-reality applications. The OnSight project enables scientists to use HoloLens to "work on Mars" together, directly from their offices, allowing them a means to plan and, along with the Curiosity Mars Rover, conduct science operations on the Red Planet. By extending the OnSight project, in September we opened "Destination: Mars" at the Kennedy Space Center to the public, which allows visitors the only opportunity possible today to walk around the Red Planet, just as NASA scientists do today. The Sidekick project brought HoloLens to the International Space Station to enable station crews to get remote expert assistance when and where they need it, reducing crew training requirements and increasing the efficiency at which astronauts can work in space. The NASA team created the ProtoSpace HoloLens application to build the next generation of spacecraft and space rovers; the application brings 3-D spacecraft designs into the world to help improve the design process.

With today's global expansion of HoloLens, more commercial partners are set to deliver new experiences that will allow their employees and customers to discover new ways to work.

Airbus: "Airbus believes in mixed-reality technologies, which are already deployed within our products and processes. Microsoft HoloLens is a promising platform, bringing mobility and new ways to consume and link users with digital information. Following our co-development with Microsoft teams, the device is concretely being tested and challenged in various environments across the company to understand if the technology will meet our business expectations. It is a very exciting phase, and we are looking forward to sharing concrete results based on our investigation."

Audi: "Audi is invested in leading the future of automotive design through the use of cutting-edge technologies. A technology like Microsoft HoloLens could open up new opportunities for our services in many ways -- from engineering reviews and collaboration to after-sales scenarios and new ways of customer experiences. There are many use cases to be realized," said Jan Pflüger, Coordination Augmented and Virtual Reality at Audi IT. "A mixed-reality solution like HoloLens seems very promising in helping us improve service quality, innovate on our customer communication, and cut time and costs required for maintenance. We see an exciting future in this technology and look forward to expanding its use at Audi."

Saab: "Microsoft HoloLens is the perfect platform for learning, collaborating or visualizing complex information," said Inger Lawes, Saab Australia's Mixed Reality Applications Program Head. "For example, in the training environment, it allows both trainers and trainees to share a visually rich interactive experience where the real world can be overlaid with fully interactive holograms. This technology is transformational, and we have had significant interest from a diverse range of industries such as healthcare and mining, keen to understand how Microsoft HoloLens and tailored mixed-reality applications can add new value to their businesses." 

Microsoft's mixed-reality movement is just beginning

Today, HoloLens customers are developing innovative solutions that are already having a positive impact on their business. These customers are the early adopters of the kind of mixed-reality solutions that are poised for exponential growth in the years to come. According to IDC, "worldwide revenues for the augmented reality and virtual reality market will grow from $5.2 billion in 2016 to more than $162 billion in 2020.(1)" Windows 10 will be updated in 2017 to include Windows Holographic, the platform that powers the mixed-reality experiences enabling people to perceive the world differently, break down barriers, and bring the virtual and the physical worlds together. In June at Computex, we announced that Windows Holographic is coming to Windows 10 PCs and head-mounted displays to deliver incredible new mixed-reality experiences. The development opportunity is significant -- as all holographic apps are Universal Windows apps, and all Universal Windows apps can be made to run on the Windows Holographic platform. This means the investments that developers of all shapes and sizes make today will take advantage of the growing ecosystem of Windows Holographic devices.

Microsoft HoloLens available to preorder in new countries now

Microsoft first announced HoloLens in January 2015 and shipped to developers and commercial partners in Canada and the United States on March 31, 2016. Microsoft HoloLens is now available to preorder exclusively from the Microsoft Store in Australia, France, Germany, Ireland, New Zealand and the United Kingdom, with devices starting to ship in late November.

More about the Microsoft HoloLens Development Edition and Commercial Suite, and Windows Holographic can be found here.

Microsoft (Nasdaq "MSFT" @Microsoft) is the leading platform and productivity company for the mobile-first, cloud-first world, and its mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more.

(1) IDC Press Release, "Worldwide Revenues for Augmented and Virtual Reality Forecast to Reach $162 Billion in 2020, According to IDC," Aug. 15, 2016

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CONTACT: For more information, press only: Microsoft Media Relations, WE Communications for Microsoft, (425) 638-7777, rrt@we-worldwide.com

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

With Fujitsu ETERNUS, All-Flash Storage is Ready for Primetime

MUNICH, October 12, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    Fujitsu today changes the dynamics of primary storage in enterprise computing
environments with the introduction of super-fast, all-flash storage systems. New ETERNUS
AF all-flash models are Fujitsu's fastest-ever storage systems, bringing all-flash
technology within reach of everyday applications to underpin business transformation.

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    While processor and network speeds have kept pace with the demands of ever faster
applications and continual data growth, traditional hard drive (HDD) storage technology
has fallen behind. Fujitsu is addressing this with the new ETERNUS AF all-flash storage
systems, using Solid State Drives (SSDs).

    ETERNUS AF combines system reliability with the ultra-low response times that today's
enterprise applications demand - with SSDs operating up to 500 times faster than
traditional disks - to deliver maximum performance for mixed workloads including databases,
VDI, analytics, and big data. The new ETERNUS AF family makes flash storage more
attractive than ever, thanks to competitive pricing and lower total cost of ownership for
all-flash systems, which need less maintenance and are more reliable than HDD-based
storage systems.

    Michael Keegan, Head of Business Line Products at Fujitsu EMEIA, comments: "We're
bringing ultra-fast, all-flash storage to the mass market, at new price points for both
purchase and operation that make the ETERNUS AF all-flash system an affordable, viable
mainstream business solution. As the economics of all-flash storage become ever more
attractive, we're enabling customers to create faster, more responsive IT environments
that are easily able to maximize the benefits of digital services and next generation data
and applications accessed from anywhere."

    ETERNUS AF storage systems enable customers to transform their data centers with
super-fast, easily expandable storage solutions that potentially deliver huge reductions
in overheads. IT teams also benefit from significantly simplified operations: Automated
Quality of Service features dramatically reduce administration and maintenance
requirements, freeing up system engineers from repetitive, mundane tasks.

    ETERNUS AF also ensures non-stop business operations, providing enterprises with
greater peace of mind. Mirroring of business-critical data eliminates risk of data loss,
while in the event of a system failure, the transparent failover feature instantly
switches to a secondary system. Fujitsu has also ensured that traditional ETERNUS DX disk
storage systems work seamlessly together with ETERNUS AF. As they venture in the world of
all-flash systems, organizations can combine the two systems, leveraging the benefits of
flash storage while continuing to extract value from existing data center infrastructure.

    Customers choosing ETERNUS AF also benefit from cost-savings - firstly thanks to
built-in data deduplication and compression technologies which ensure that the Fujitsu
ETERNUS AF system automatically optimizes data volume, helping reduce SSD capacity
requirements by an average factor of five. This is achieved through inline deduplication
that identifies and discards duplicates, then compresses data by removing all redundant
information. In addition, all-flash systems take up less space in a data center and
consume less energy for power and cooling, in comparison to traditional disk arrays.

    At launch, Fujitsu is offering two all-flash models. The top-of-the-range ETERNUS
AF650 boasts up to 256GB maximum system memory and a maximum of 96 SSD drives, providing
capacities of 368TB raw, 1843TB effective capacity. A second model, the ETERNUS AF250,
offers 64GB of system memory, up to 24 SSD drives and 92TB raw / 460TB effective capacity.
Calculations are based on an estimated data deduplication and compression ratio of 5:1.

    Pricing and availability 

    FUJITSU Storage ETERNUS AF systems are available to order with immediate effect and
Fujitsu expects the first shipments in late October. Pricing varies according to country
and configuration.

       
         
        Media contacts 
        Isabell Horvath 
        Tel: +49(89)62060-4419 
        E-mail: isabell.horvath@ts.fujitsu.com 

     

    About Fujitsu: http://www.fujitsu.com/in/about/index.html

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Water Communications and The Moon Studios Create 'One 2 ka Four Magic' for Aisen Coolers

MUMBAI, October 12, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    Water Communications, a Brand Communications agency recently unveiled the 'One 2 ka
Four Magic' TV commercial for Aisen Coolers. Through this, it not only taps the potential
of the brand but also adds value to it through clever strategising, on-time delivery and a
great re-call value.

    The challenge while creating the TV commercial was to highlight the leading edge
advantage of Aisen's highly innovative air coolers through witty yet easy to connect TV
commercial. Aisen Coolers have four power-packed advantages in the form of two blowers,
durable honey comb pads, diamond cut ergonomically designed body and easy shift wheels.
Thus, the task was to highlight these advantages of the brand in a creative yet impactful
manner. The creative team at Water Communications [http://waterindia.in/services.php ]
 came up with a brilliant theme of 'One 2 ka Four' to cleverly depict the four
power-packed features that offer unmatched advantages for the customers. Further, The Moon
Studios [http://www.themoonstudios.com ] helped in creating an interesting and
entertaining sequence to showcase the entire concept.

    Talking about the new campaign, Mr Vinit Agarwal, Managing Director - Aisen Coolers
[http://www.aisenindia.com ] said, "Aisen Brands are innovation personified. Every air
cooler comes with in-built 'One 2 ka Four' advantage features for seamless, uniform, ultra
naturally fresh cooling experience using its innovative evaporative technology. So the
'One 2 ka Four' proposition was ideal and fits like hand in glove to put forth the
benefits."

    Water Communications Director, Ms. Vandana Sethhi [http://www.vandanasethhi.in ]
 opines, "When we got the brief on Aisen's superlative features, we were in awe of the
zest for innovation that Aisen Brand exudes. The detailing to provide fresh natural
air-throw for a healthy environment was the key differentiator and made the brand stand
apart. With four unique features riding across the Aisen Coolers range, we wanted to harp
on the key essence through an interesting, impactful commercial that did justice to the
brand's high power quality, dual blower performance, aesthetics and innovation. The result
was the 'One 2 ka Four' concept for the commercial. With valuable inputs from The Moon
Studios - production house for the film, the TVC was created which so seamlessly conveys
the core essence."

    The commercial was conceptualised by Water Communications and produced by The Moon
Studios - a state-of-the-art Ad Film Production House composed of a calibrated balance of
creative expertise, technological superiority and an experienced talent force. The
communication specialist offers an inimitable bouquet of solutions in television, digital,
corporate, animation, industrial, product and film production using open source software
and technologies. The team has a proven track record of creating powerful visual
communication that helps brands stand out in a cluttered and chaotic market landscape. 

    About Water Communications: 
Water Communications was started by Vandana Sethhi, a pioneer in the field of Advertising
& Brand Communications. Water is a vision of diversification in creative thinking backed
by intensive consumer research, which brings out determined results. Water Communications'
clientele comprises some of the leading companies in India including, Future Generali,
Aegon Religare, Marshalls Wallcoverings, Homes Furnishings, Foam Home, The Artist, Diamond
Sinks, Mahesh Lunch Home, Tata AIG and Bliss GVS Pharma among others.

       
         
        Media Contact:  
        Vibhuti Agrawal 
        web1@waterindia.in 
        +91-9004611196 
        Water Communications 

     

Water Communications

Boldon James Gives Mac the Full Data Classification Treatment

LONDON, October 12, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

      Latest release extends classification across the Microsoft Office for Mac suite of

     applications and confirms Boldon James Classifier as the most comprehensive data

                   classification solution available in the market  

    QinetiQ's data security company Boldon James [http://www.boldonjames.com ], the
leading specialist provider of data classification and secure messaging solutions, today
announced the launch of Mac Classifier - providing user-centric data classification
functionality to organisations using Microsoft Office for Mac. Mac Classifier specifically
extends the user experience of Outlook to incorporate classification and uniquely enhances
Word, Excel and PowerPoint to engage users in document classification. This latest release
positions Classifier as the most comprehensive data classification solution in the market
today, with coverage now provided for Windows and Mac operating systems plus specialist
applications including IBM Notes and CAD applications such as AutoDesk and DraftSight. Mac
Classifier complements the existing extensive Classifier product suite including;

       
        - Office Classifier, uniquely delivering a classification user experience within
          Microsoft Visio and Project in addition to Word, Excel and PowerPoint;
        - Mobile Classifier, the only product that extends data classification capability to
          Android, iOS and Windows Phone;
        - Exchange Classifier that is exclusive in applying classification policy to messages
          in-transit;
        - Power Classifier which enables organisations to automate routine classification tasks
          and works seamlessly with Discovery agents and data retention solutions.

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    The Mac Classifier product meets the enterprise market need to extend classification
coverage to Mac desktop and laptop devices, which are more frequently used by senior
executives where sensitive data protection is paramount, in addition to the traditional
dominance of Mac in the creative and media industries. According to analyst firm IDC, Mac
market share has grown to a record 8% compared to other operating systems, with Mac usage
replacing PCs at an unprecedented rate, partly fuelled by lower running costs and
increased security.

    In summary, Mac Classifier delivers the following:

       
        - Covers all key Office for Mac applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel and
          PowerPoint 
        - Engages Mac users in process of preventing data loss  
        - Shares a common classification user-experience with all other Classifier products 
        - Employs unified administration alongside other Classifier products  
        - Applies metadata classification labels to drive other security and data management
          solutions 

    Commenting on the launch, Martin Sugden, CEO at Boldon James, said "The launch of Mac
Classifier extends our data classification capabilities to cover the widest range of
productivity applications and operating systems of any vendor. Mac Classifier demonstrates
the ease with which Boldon James can bring classification to new applications, utilising
the underlying strength of the Classifier Platform, which provides a common user
experience, unified administration and full extensibility." Sugden continues "Supported by
our class-leading technology platform and coupled with best-of-breed technology
partnerships in areas such as DLP, Discovery and Encryption, Boldon James continues to be
the partner of choice in delivering innovative, specialist data classification solutions
to provide our customers with competitive advantage. We pride ourselves on the ability to
develop products that meet the evolving needs of our customers and Mac Classifier is the
next step in our classification journey."

                                             ***

    About Boldon James 

    For 30 years, Boldon James has been a leader in data classification and secure
messaging solutions, helping organisations manage and protect sensitive information
securely and in compliance with legislation and standards, in some of the most complex and
demanding messaging environments in the world.

    Boldon James is a wholly-owned subsidiary of QinetiQ plc, with offices worldwide.
http://www.boldonjames.com

    About QinetiQ 

    A FTSE250 company, QinetiQ uses its world class knowledge, research and innovation to
provide high-end technical expertise and advice, to customers in the global aerospace,
defence and security markets. Visit the website at http://www.QinetiQ.com

       
         
        Media Contacts: 
        Georgina Stockley 
        PR Team 
        E: pr@boldonjames.com 
        T: +44-1270-507800

         

     

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Faraday's PowerSlash(TM) IP Now Available on UMC's 55nm Ultra-Low-Power IoT Platform

HSINCHU, Taiwan, Oct. 12, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Faraday Technology Corporation (TWSE: 3035), a leading ASIC design service and IP provider, and United Microelectronics Corporation (NYSE: UMC; TWSE: 2303) ("UMC"), a leading global semiconductor foundry, today announced the availability of Faraday's PowerSlash(TM) fundamental IP on UMC's 55nm ultra-low-power process (55ULP) technology. The combination of PowerSlash(TM) with UMC's process technology, both engineered for very low-power wireless applications, is optimized to serve wireless Internet of Things (IoT) applications that require extended battery life.

"In the realm of IoT applications, low-power consumption and high-performance are often considered as trade-offs," said Remi Yu, Vice President of Marketing and Investment at Faraday Technology. "With the combination of UMC's 55ULP ultra low-power technology and Faraday PowerSlash IP Turbo Mode capability, chip designers now have a choice to have the advantages of both worlds -- longer battery life and better performance tailored for IoT use scenarios. It marks another success story of the partnership by UMC and Faraday."

Fully leveraging UMC's 55ULP advantage, Faraday's PowerSlash IP works under extended power supply voltages that range from 0.81V to 1.32V. It includes multi-Vt libraries, fine-power granularity memory compilers and a comprehensive power management kit. In addition, the newly featured Turbo Mode effectively shifts the performance curve, helping MCU cores to achieve 2x performance or reduce dynamic power by 40% at nominal clock rates.

"IoT chip designers demand streamlined solutions with energy-efficient features," said Yanan Mou, senior director of the IP Development & Design Support division at UMC. "UMC possesses the foundry industry's most robust IoT-specific 55nm technology platform, supported by highly comprehensive IP resources to address the 'always on' ultra-low power requirements of IoT products. With the availability of Faraday's PowerSlash IP on our 55ULP, customers have access to one of the industry's most comprehensive platforms dedicated to the unique needs of IoT products."

The PowerSlash IP, combined with Faraday's existing low-power design methodology, SoC ultra-low power control unit, and FIE3200 FPGA platform, can be utilized for low-power IC designs either during the front-end design phase or in back-end implementation. UMC's 55ULP technology can support both lower operating voltage and sub-pA device leakage, making the process ideal for button-cell battery applications. The synergy created by both Faraday and UMC's ultra-low power technologies sets new benchmarks for ultra-low power IC design platforms.

About Faraday Technology Corporation

Faraday Technology Corporation (TWSE: 3035) is a leading ASIC design service and IP provider. The broad silicon IP portfolio includes I/O, Cell Library, Memory Compiler, ARM-compliant CPUs, DDR2/3/4, low-power DDR1/2/3, MIPI, V-by-One, MPEG4, H.264, USB 2.0/3.1 Gen 1, 10/100/1000 Ethernet, Serial ATA, PCI Express, and programmable SerDes, etc. Headquartered in Taiwan, Faraday has service and support offices around the world, including the U.S., Japan, Europe, and China.

For more information about Faraday, please visit: http://www.faraday-tech.com

About UMC

UMC (NYSE: UMC, TWSE: 2303) is a leading global semiconductor foundry that provides advanced IC production for applications spanning every major sector of the electronics industry. UMC's robust foundry solutions enable chip designers to leverage the company's sophisticated technology and manufacturing, which include 28nm gate-last High-K/Metal Gate technology, ultra-low power platform processes specifically engineered for Internet of Things (IoT) applications and the highest-rated AEC-Q11 Grade-0 automotive industry manufacturing capabilities. UMC's 10 wafer fabs are located throughout Asia and are able to produce over 500,000 wafers per month. The company employs over 17,000 people worldwide, with offices in Taiwan, mainland China, Europe, Japan, Korea, Singapore, and the United States. UMC can be found on the web at: http://www.umc.com

SOURCE  Faraday Technology

Faraday Technology

CONTACT: Faraday Tech, Evan Ke, +886-3-578-7888 ext. 8689, evan@faraday-tech.com; UMC, Richard Yu, +886-2-2658-9168 ext. 16951, richard_yu@umc.com

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

Conexant AudioSmart Provides Superior Far-Field Speech Recognition Performance on First Smart Speaker for Korean Market

SK Telecom works with Conexant to produce first smart speaker capable of natural language processing of Korean language; Enables device to hear users accurately from a distance and in noise

IRVINE, California, Oct. 12, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Conexant Systems, Inc., a leading provider of audio and voice technology solutions that enable a more natural user experience, today announced that SK Telecom, Korea's largest mobile carrier, is implementing AudioSmart(TM) far-field voice solutions to help the new NUGU(TM) smart speaker hear users' requests accurately from a considerable distance away from the device. Conexant provides advanced voice processing technologies that help NUGU voice services offer the highest voice recognition accuracy rate in Korea. Conexant AudioSmart technology enables highly accurate voice control in smart home applications, robots, IoT devices, and more.

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"When developing the NUGU personal digital assistant, our engineers focused heavily on ensuring it would provide an optimal voice-enabled user experience," said Myung Soon Park, Senior Vice President, Future Technology R&D Center at SK Telecom. "When choosing a technology partner to help us achieve the level of speech recognition accuracy we wanted, Conexant was an obvious choice. Their technology allows our NUGU personal digital assistant to overcome distance and noise related challenges and offer ideal near- and far-field speech recognition performance, as well as enables users to interrupt and interact with the device when it's playing media."

Enabling speech recognition and voice control from a distance in smart platforms requires overcoming substantial challenges related to echo cancellation, background noise, microphone speaker position and more. Conexant solutions are able to separate voice commands from background noise so that the speech recognition engine hears the user's command as clearly as possible, which in turn provides a far more accurate voice-enabled experience, even in noisy, real-world conditions, up to several meters away from the target device. The Conexant Far-Field Voice Input Processor solution for voice interactive devices is an industry first. This family of processors leverages Conexant AudioSmart(TM) far-field voice processing algorithms, enabling OEMs to deliver products, like NUGU, that offer a voice-enabled user experience.

"As the voice-enabled revolution continues to shift the way people interact with devices of all types, reliance on speech enhancement technologies that help devices hear user commands more accurately will continue to grow," said Saleel Awsare, President of Conexant. "Conexant has been a leading provider of voice processing solutions that improve speech recognition accuracy and enable advanced voice capabilities for years. We are pleased to be working with SKT to bolster the speech recognition performance of their NUGU smart speaker."

To learn more, please visit http://www.conexant.com, follow them on LinkedIn, like them on Facebook, and view their videos on YouTube.

About Conexant:
Conexant Systems, Inc. is the CE industry's go-to source for hardware and software solutions that offer unrivaled performance for audio and voice applications. The company combines its significant IP portfolio in DSP, analog and mixed signal technology with embedded software to enrich and expand audio and voice capabilities of products across nearly every vertical of the CE space. Founded in 1999, Conexant is a privately-held fabless semiconductor and audio technology engineering company headquartered in Irvine, California with offices and design centers worldwide.

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CONTACT: Michael Farino, New Era Communications Services, LLC, 949-346-1984, Conexant@newerapr.com

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

Roboming Announces the Launch of Their New Product: A Personal Robot for Home Assistance, Monitor and Fun

SHANGHAI, Oct. 11, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Roboming Fellow is a groundbreaking interactive personal robot assistant for companionship, home security, and convenience produced by Streamind Co. Ltd.

In the age of electronics, there is no shortage of home accessories and gadgets to make getting things done around the house easier. But with Roboming Fellow, home security and assistance just got a lot more fun and friendly. This personal robot will change the way people think and live, adding useful features and peace of mind along with a little warm companionship.

Roboming Fellow is more than a helpful gadget, it's an advanced smart system that handles many tasks around the home. It uses a sophisticated scanning system and radar for mapping, positioning and collision avoidance so that it learns a home's layout perfectly. This system allows it to act as a delivery system, knowing every room and area in a home. It is easy to control by app or voice and can carry small objects to any room in the house and can even follow its owner around like a faithful friend.

One of the biggest trends in tech today is giving people simple solutions for home security. Busy folks need to go about their day without worrying about the safety and security of their home. With Roboming, there is always a set of eyes at home. Roboming can provide vigilant home security by doing pre-set sweeps of the home or by remote control while providing real-time video images and recording. Users can return to their homes knowing they are safe and that there is a friendly Fellow waiting to greet them.

Another situation that people struggle with is leaving their beloved pets alone all day during work hours. Roboming was designed with a solution to this problem. It can be controlled by app to check on pets or deliver food or treats. It can follow pets around as a companion and even includes a cat-friendly laser pointer to provide lonely pets with hours of playtime. With Roboming, owners will never have to worry about leaving their furry friends alone.

The team behind Roboming are developers and robotics experts who recognized that people have modern problems to solve but found that common electronic devices are unimaginative and impersonal. Their goal was to create an ecosystem of tech products that add convenience to peoples' lives while at the same time having some emotion, usefulness and fun. Roboming achieves all of the above, with advanced robotics and smart tech features for usefulness and a lovable personality for a more friendly approach to modern living.

Roboming is currently being launched via an Indiegogo campaign so the company can reward their community of early adopters with special deals and pricing.

Indiegogo campaign link: http://igg.me/at/roboming

Roboming website: http://www.roboming.com

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GammaTech Reloads Its Fully Rugged, Ready-for-Action DURABOOK R8300 Notebook

Company Revamps Unit to Take Advantage of New and Advanced Features to Aid and Protect Military, Public Safety, and Government Personnel

FREMONT, Calif., Oct. 11, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- GammaTech Computer Corp., a major international manufacturer and supplier of innovative rugged notebook and tablet computers, has taken a major step in providing more computing power and protection to users of its DURABOOK R8300 fully rugged notebook. The unit, designed for individuals who find themselves in the most extreme applications and environments, has been revamped with a series of advanced or improved features. Unchanged, however, is its built-in fully rugged GammaTech toughness and durability, allowing it to operate in the harshest conditions, from scorching-hot deserts to freezing terrains, stealth missions to an active combat zone.

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"Since we introduced the R8300 several years ago, military troops, public safety workers, and many governmental departments have come under greater and greater threats to their lives and well-being," stated Tom Wang, GammaTech president. "Terrorists, social misfits, and both domestic and international hackers have put people toiling in these professions at far greater risks than anyone ever thought possible. With its latest upgrades, our DURABOOK R8300 fully rugged notebook is now, more than ever, ready to go to battle and help protect these individuals. And we back it like never before with our three-year Peace of Mind warranty."

New or Upgraded Features

Intel 6(th) Generation Skylake Processors
To run the most demanding tasks, the DURABOOK R8300 fully rugged notebook offers a choice of four Intel 6(th) generation Skylake turbo processors. The unit comes standard with i5-6200U turbo. Other options include:Skylake i5-6300U turbo with vPro, Skylake i7-6500U turbo, and Skylake i7-6600U turbo vPro. (Intel vPro provides another layer of authentication identity protection.)

Advanced Display Technology
The R8300 features Advanced Display Technology that improves visibility in all lighting conditions, including direct sunlight, without simply upping the brightness. Instead, it leverages enhanced contrast ratios and polarization techniques, resulting in improved image clarity without sacrificing battery life. What's more, the advanced display technology performs just as well undocked as docked, so users won't see the noticeable screen darkening that usually occurs when a notebook switches from A/C power to battery power.

DDR4 Memory Technology - More Efficient, More Speed
The R8300 now includes two 204-pin DDR4 SODIMM sockets, each providing 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, or 32GB of memory. DDR4 uses up to 20% less power than DDR3 (1.5v), making it more energy efficient, saving battery life, lowering energy costs, and reducing system temperature. DDR4 is also twice as fast, increasing responsiveness and productivity, and twice as dense with more memory bandwidth.

Advanced Connectivity
The DURABOOK R8300 connectivity has been upgraded with a Wi-Fi/Bluetooth combo featuring Intel® Wireless-AC 8260 and dual-mode Bluetooth 4.2. The combo is fast, energy efficient, and provides excellent coverage.  The R8300 is also equipped with Gobi500 and supports multi-carriers.

Superior Security
Added to its already excellent security features, the R8300 now has a cryptographic Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 chip for platform authentication and a biometric fingerprint scanner to easily identify and verify individuals. The unit's Quick Release HDD ejects the disk drive in less than 5-seconds, ideal for any situation calling for the protection of valuable data.

Peace of Mind Warranty
The R8300 is covered by the GammaTech Peace of Mind warranty for three years. Coverage includes defects in material and/or workmanship, which occur during normal use, and damages that occur due to accidental acts and exposure to environmental conditions. Some restrictions may apply.

Other Features...

    --  GammaTech Famed Fully Ruggedness:
        --  Full magnesium-alloy design
        --  IP65 - Complete protection from dust, oil, and other non-corrosive
            material; protection from water (up to water projected by a nozzle)
        --  MIL-STD-810G certified - (4' drop, shock, vibration, rain, dust,
            freeze/thaw, high/low temperature, temperature shock, gunfire shock,
            hazardous shock, helicopter integrity, solar radiation, acidic
            atmosphere, salt fog, explosive atmosphere)
        --  MIL-STD 461F Level II - fixed-wing internal
        --  ASTM 4169 - vibration truck transport
        --  MIL-STD 810G 500.5 Pro. II & I - altitude: operating - 15,000 feet,
            non-operating -  40,000 feet
        --  MIL-STD 810G 501.5/502.5 - temperature: operating: -22°F ~ 140°F,
            storage: -60°F ~ 160°F
    --  Intel® HD Graphics 520 - designed especially for Intel Skylake
        processors
    --  Operating System - Windows 10 Professional
    --  Stealth Mode - ideal for stakeout operations and raids; one click
        immediately turns off all sounds and emitting lights, programs remain
        running in background
    --  Exceptional Outdoor Display - 13.3" TFT LCD (1024 x 768) screen at 1050
        nits with sunlight readable resistive touch panel; excellent viewing,
        even under direct sunlight
    --  Secured Dual Battery Lock - prevents battery from disengaging during
        vigorous vibration; ensures no interruption of critical tasks
Availability
The GammaTech DURABOOK R8300 fully rugged notebook is available through authorized resellers nationwide and at http://www.GammaTechUSA.com. As with all GammaTech products, the R8300 may be customized to customer specifications. GammaTech is an authorized government reseller. As such, the R8300 is eligible for GSA pricing.

GammaTech Award-Winning Products
GammaTech has a well-earned reputation and a long history in producing computers for the rugged market. It has been named a multiple winner in Government Security News' Homeland Security Awards in the Best Rugged Computers category.

About GammaTech Computer Corporation
GammaTech Computer Corporation is a leader in the design, manufacture and sales of cost-effective, high-performance mobile computing solutions throughout North America. Its award-winning line of rugged and hardened notebook and tablet computers are designed and built-to-order to increase mobile productivity for business, government, healthcare, fire, public safety and a host of other entities. GammaTech offers a complete portfolio of products that delivers power and performance needed in the most demanding work environments, resulting in increased productivity and accelerated return on investment. GammaTech is headquartered in Fremont, California, which provides the final assembly, inventory, service and technical support. For more information, visit GammaTech at http://www.GammaTechUSA.com.

Media Contact:

Rita Lee

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Leading ITaaS platform Nerdio Adds Enhanced Admin Portal, Simplifying Management of IT Environments for MSPs

Nerdio Admin Portal (NAP) promises to revolutionize the way MSPs work

CHICAGO, Oct. 11, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Adar, Inc.'s industry leading ITaaS platform Nerdio is poised to make a long-lasting impact on Managed Service Providers (MSPs) with their recently released Nerdio Admin Portal (NAP). The browser-based NAP dramatically simplifies how MSPs manage IT environments in a point-and-click fashion. With the launch of NAP, MSPs will now be able to perform previously risk-prone and complicated tasks without any of the associated hassles.

Some of the key features of NAP are:

    --  Auto-provisioning of the Nerdio ITaaS platform
    --  Central console from which to manage IT environments
    --  Shareability of IT admin responsibilities
    --  Easy-to-use and easy-to-learn user interface
    --  Server and user management across all ITaaS components
    --  Disaster Recovery testing - complete a DR test with one click and in
        under 2 hours
    --  Subscription billing engine.
During the launch of Nerdio Admin Portal (NAP), Founder and CEO of Nerdio Vadim Vladimirskiy said, "Our goal has always been to take the headache out of IT. Now, with the addition of NAP, we are taking things to the next level - we make it a breeze."

MSPs have always been faced with the tedium, time, and associated costs of managing their clients' IT environments. Now, the Nerdio Admin Portal allows everything to be done in three clicks or less.

By using NAP, organizations will be able to save time and money, reduce stress, and make the process of managing IT environments more consistent and accurate by reducing errors.

As another example, off-boarding employees used to be a long and error-prone process that required data to be moved from and across multiple different systems.  With the NAP, that entire process takes 3 clicks and under 1 minute. Further, the NAP greatly reduces the technical proficiency required to perform IT management and administration.

To find out more about the Nerdio ITaaS platform and the Nerdio Admin Portal (NAP), please visit http://www.getnerdio.com.

About Nerdio: Nerdio is the complete virtual IT solution tailor-made for small-to-medium sized organizations and the MSPs supporting them. Virtual hardware, software, security, and 24/7 tech-nerd support - everything needed to run an organization, and all for a low per-user per-month price. The expertise and reliability of a comprehensive IT infrastructure at your virtual fingertips.

SOURCE  Adar, Inc.

Adar, Inc.

CONTACT: Website http://getnerdio.com, Email sayhello@getnerdio.com, Phone + 1 (844) 463-7346

NSI International Introduces Laser X - The Ultimate High-Tech Game of Tag

NEW YORK, Oct. 11, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- NSI International introduces Laser X - the ultimate laser gaming experience. It's like having a laser arena right in your own backyard!

All-new Laser X features sophisticated electronics and optics that give players pinpoint blasting accuracy up to 200 feet.  The receiver vest keeps tracks of hits.  After 10 hits, players are eliminated from the game.   

Players can choose to be on teams or select "rogue" mode where it's every player for his or herself.  All Laser X sets work together, so games can have as few as two players - or the whole neighborhood can play.

Advanced sensors in the Laser X blaster know when players are blasting, being hit, running or hiding.  An interactive "coach" uses this information to give players tips and tricks throughout the game.

"We've used incredible electronics, full-color lighting effects and awesome sound effects to create a gaming experience never before seen in this type of product," said Brian Waldman, Senior Vice President at NSI and creator of Laser X.  "The product is highly advanced, but easy enough for even a younger child to use."

Players can even plug headphones (not included) into their chest receiver and play to a stereo soundtrack.

Laser X is the next generation of outdoor play," said Frank Landi, President of NSI.  "It is great to see kids off screens and running around playing again - the way they are supposed to!"

Laser X can be played outside in bright sunlight or in the dark. It is available in sets that equip two players for $49.99 or individual players for $24.99 and is at retailers nationwide now. It is also available at GetLaserX.com.

For more information, contact Brian Waldman, Senior Vice President of NSI International at (888) 425-9113, Ext. 1008

ABOUT NSI INTERNATIONAL INC.:
NSI International Inc. is a global marketer and manufacturer of innovative toys and children's products under such established brands as Wubble(TM), Smithsonian® and Oglo(TM) sports. NSI is headquartered in New York City, and its products can be found in thousands of retail locations in more than 30 countries around the globe. © 2016 NSI International, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

CONTACT:
Brian Waldman
Senior Vice President
NSI International Inc.
(917) 592-0701
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OnApp v5.1 Introduces Simple, Intuitive Container Hosting for Cloud Service Providers and Enterprises

LONDON, October 11, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    OnApp [http://onapp.com ] has released v5.1 of OnApp Cloud, the leading cloud
management solution [http://onapp.com/v5-1 ] for telcos, hosting companies and other
service providers. As well as a range of improvements to OnApp's core cloud management
capabilities, OnApp v5.1 introduces a new beta feature - Container Servers - which pave
the way for a modern approach to containerized hosting, using technologies such as Docker,
in public and private clouds.

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    Container Servers share the same intuitive provisioning, management, failover and
metering of standard OnApp virtual servers, but are based on a CoreOS template that
provides the framework for cloud providers to deploy Docker and Kubernetes using OnApp's
market-leading control panel. The beta of Container Servers includes full container
customization via CoreOS's Cloud-Config tool.

    Ditlev Bredahl, CEO of OnApp, said: "We're introducing containers, OnApp style, to
meet the demand of DevOps users for Docker - but deployed, metered and managed like
everything else in the OnApp platform, in an easy and intuitive way. Most cloud providers
are still looking for a good container use case: we're aiming to make Docker deployment as
simple and powerful as other cloud products you can provision with OnApp, and with this
first step we're looking forward to seeing how the global OnApp community puts it to use."

    Container Servers are a beta feature in OnApp v5.1. Other features include:

    Usage trend reporting: invaluable for identifying customers putting heavy demands on
storage, RAM or other critical resources.

    vCloud Director enhancements: OnApp v5.1 adds new virtual server/vApp configuration
options; the ability to hot configure CPU and RAM within the OnApp UI; the ability to edit
network pools within resource pools; and new edge gateway configuration options within vCD
orchestration models.  

    "Email-as-a-Service" for Application Servers: the OnApp cloud platform can
automatically provision hundreds of applications along with a virtual server, which
simplifies SaaS, PaaS and DBaaS. With OnApp v5.1, users can also create, manage and delete
accounts for email applications through the OnApp control panel.

    OnApp v5.1 is available now as a free upgrade to existing OnApp clients, and via a
range of starter, professional and enterprise packages for new customers. More information
is available at http://onapp.com/v5-1

    For the full text of this release, visit:
http://onapp.com/2016/10/11/onapp-v5-1-intuitive-container-hosting-for-cloud-service-providers-and-enterprises

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CONTACT: Nadine ter Meulen, Global Marketing Director Steve Fenton, Head of Content Tel: +44 800 1588600

DJI and Datumate Partner to Deliver Site Survey Solution

Software, app ease & automate surveying, infrastructure-mapping and inspection

YOQNEAM, Israel and SHENZEN, China, October 11, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- DJI and Datumate have begun offering a drone, software and app package that fully automates and expedites site surveys.

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Tailored for professional surveying jobs, the DJI-Datumate Site Survey Solution simplifies the surveying and mapping processes, while maintaining superior accuracy. Shenzhen-based DJI is the world's top aerial-imaging company. Israel based Datumate is a leader in automated "field-to-plan" surveying solutions.

The DJI-Datumate Site Survey Solution is a comprehensive and professional package of imagery and mapping tools that help surveying, construction, inspection and infrastructure companies quickly generate a working model, site visualization, analytics and plan. The solution includes "Triple D" bundles of DJI Drone, DatuFly(TM) tablet app for an automated and expeditious aerial photography, as well as DatuGram(TM)3D photogrammetry software that converts aerial and ground images to high-precision, geo-referenced 2D maps and 3D models.

"New drone regulations expedite the adoption of drones in a wide range of surveying related applications," said Paul Xu, DJI's director of enterprise solutions. "We believe that DJI-Datumate Site Survey Solutions offer a professional and cost-effective end-to-end solution for the surveying, infrastructure-mapping and inspection markets. "

DatuFly(TM) software generates a flight and image-taking plan for the DJI Drone, based on the best practice requirements of DatuGram(TM)3D photogrammetry, ensuring survey-grade accuracy, high quality and quick results.

"We are excited to partner with DJI to automate and digitize the entire field-to-plan process. Our mutual solution brings site visualization and analytics quickly to the office, keeping field and office work effortless and safe," said Datumate CEO Tal Meirzon. "DJI-Datumate Site Survey Solutions are an important step forward in professional surveying, construction infrastructure-mapping and assets inspection."

DJI - Datumate Site Survey Solutions are available globally from the DJI online store, as well as through DJI and Datumate dealers.

More information about DJI-Datumate site survey solutions is available here:

http://www.datumate.com/products/site-survey-solution and http://store.dji.com/category/site-survery-solutions

About DJI

DJI is a global leader in developing and manufacturing innovative drone and camera technology for commercial and recreational use. DJI was founded and is run by people with a passion for remote-controlled helicopters and experts in flight-control technology and camera stabilization. The company is dedicated to making aerial photography and filmmaking equipment and platforms more accessible, reliable and easier to use for creators and innovators around the world. DJI's global operations currently span across the Americas, Europe and Asia, and its revolutionary products and solutions have been chosen by customers in over 100 countries for applications in filmmaking, construction, emergency response, agriculture, conservation and many other industries.

For more information: https://enterprise.dji.com/

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About Datumate

Datumate is revolutionizing the civil engineering field-to-plan process used in the construction, surveying, infrastructure and inspection markets, with fully automated, highly accurate, cost effective and safe tools. Datumate utilizes state-of-the-art image-processing and advanced drones and camera technologies that dramatically reduce the amount of time surveying crews spend in the field, speed up construction progress checks and shorten infrastructure inspection duration, while maintaining survey grade accuracy.

Datumate's intuitive, simple and automated solutions already increase productivity by saving field and office time in civil engineering and inspection projects of roads, intersections, stockpile volumes, piping, industrial facilities, bridges, property surveys, building facades, railways, utilities infrastructure and more.

Datumate core competency is rooted in a team of experienced construction and surveying professionals. Datumate close range photogrammetry software was awarded the "Most Innovative Product of GeoForm".

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+972-(73)-705-7070

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People are Money - HR Upgrades Launches Revolutionary Business Simulation Game SolarHR

LONDON, October 11, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    State of the Art Business Simulation Technology set to Capture the Monetary Value of
Human Capital 

    Did you get a fair shot the last time you attended a job interview? Chances are that
you didn't.

    A poll conducted this month with a selection of HR professionals from our LinkedIn
group HR Jobs and Ideas revealed that 74% of HR professionals believe that most hiring
managers are not adequately prepared to comprehensively assess candidates' technical and
soft skills.

    The Economist has called unsuccessful hiring "the single biggest problem in business
today".

    HR Upgrades (http://www.hrupgrades.com [http://www.hrupgrades.com ]) aims to improve this
state of affairs with SolarHRTM, an online Business Simulation Game specifically designed
to improve companies' ability to get it right when hiring new people or developing talent
from within their ranks.

    While simulation games are a well-established, learn-by-doing, training methodology
routinely used by all sorts of organizations, SolarHRTM is revolutionary in being able to
model how individual technical competences and soft skills come together in teams to drive
business performance.

    "Academia has been developing business simulation algorithms for years, however our
simulation engine is particularly adept at capturing the monetary value of human capital",
says Professor Gianpaolo Iazzolino, one of the lead Management Engineers behind SolarHRTM.

    Showing how directly the human element impacts cash-flows is critical for convincing
organizations to go beyond paying lip service about their people being a strategic asset.

    According to 94.7% of the HR professionals who took part in the survey, organizations
will need to go on liberating the full creative and productive potential of their people,
if they are to remain competitive in today's knowledge economy. "Employers need to
re-evaluate their current training and development programmes to ensure in-house expertise
is being effectively shared at every level of the business" concludes Alison Micklem, Head
of Communication at HR Upgrades.

    SolarHRTM scenario 

    Your company has decided to start a spin-off business unit for the production of solar
panels. This isn't a charity operation - the CEO tasks you with setting up a top team.
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[http://www.hrupgrades.com/SolarHR-product-brochure.pdf ]

    About HR Upgrades 

    HR Upgrades is the technological spin-off of "HR Jobs and Ideas", a leading LinkedIn
group for HR professionals that numbers over 200,000 members. HR Upgrades aims to empower
HR departments across the globe through products based on the latest research and
technology.

       
         
        Contact: 
        Florentina Anghel 
        florentina@hrupgrades.com  
        +44 2081445488 

     

HR Upgrades

Dell EMC Introduces VMAX 250F - Enterprise-Class All-Flash Storage With Game-Changing Economics

New Inline Compression and Data Reduction on VMAX Delivers 4x Improvements; New VPLEX Platform Adds Seven-Nines Availability to Mission-Critical Workloads

HOPKINTON, Mass., Oct. 11, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

News Highlights:

    --  Dell EMC broadens extensive portfolio of All-Flash storage with Dell EMC
        VMAX 250F, offering an enterprise-class solution with game-changing
        economics, extending VMAX to a new set of customers
    --  New updates to Dell EMC HYPERMAX operating system delivers inline
        compression and data reduction yielding 4x improvement in storage
        economics plus radically simple non-disruptive migrations to new
        platforms
    --  New Dell EMC SRDF software updates enhance VMAX world-class data
        services capabilities
    --  New Dell EMC VPLEX upgrades performance to deliver seven-nines
        availability as well as simplifying purchasing for all-flash
        environments

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Dell EMC today announced the launch of new products designed to help bring enterprise-class All-Flash storage to a broader set of customers. Building on the proven performance and reliability of the VMAX® family, the new Dell EMC(TM) VMAX 250F delivers an enterprise-class all-flash array with game-changing economics. Dell EMC is delivering improved storage economics across its entire VMAX All Flash array portfolio with its latest HYPERMAX operating system update, which now includes inline compression to increase storage efficiency. Dell EMC also introduced the new Dell EMC VPLEX® for All-Flash platform, that is inclusive of the software and capacity licenses required to provide the continuous availability and non-disruptive data mobility of the latest VPLEX VS6 platform to the modern all-flash datacenter.

EMC VMAX 250F

The VMAX 250F leverages Dell EMC's experience of developing enterprise-scale VMAX All Flash arrays to deliver a high performance system that meets the specifications of organizations with enterprise-class standards and midmarket budgets.

The VMAX 250F is:

    --  Enterprise Class: The new VMAX 250F delivers all of the performance,
        availability, and data services that customers have come to expect from
        the VMAX family of storage arrays
    --  Powerful: Scaling up to 1PB of effective capacity and over 1 million
        IOPS with sub-millisecond response times; supports the industry's latest
        7.6TB and 15TB enterprise flash drives
    --  Scalable: Based on Dell EMC V-Brick(TM) architecture, each VMAX 250F
        V-Brick starts at 11TB and scales up to 1PB
    --  Compact: A fully configured VMAX 250F provides up to 64 host ports and
        is incredibly space efficient. Each fully loaded VMAX 250F V-Brick is
        just 10U and a fully loaded two-V-Brick system requires just 20U of
        space and fits in half of a standard rack
    --  Efficient: The expansive catalog of VMAX data services such as inline
        compression, SRDF®, D@RE, eNAS, e-management, NDM and more are
        available on the VMAX 250F
    --  XpectMore Program: With inclusion in the XpectMore(TM) program, VMAX
        250F customers can enjoy lifetime protection and a three-year money-back
        guarantee
"The VMAX platform is known for and relied upon for mission-critical applications by companies worldwide," said Fidelma Russo, SVP & GM, enterprise storage and software, Dell EMC. "Recognizing that application requirements vary in scale from very large to mid-size, we designed the VMAX 250F to bring the VMAX brand and proven reliability to a broader set of customers. And, with the introduction of the updated Dell EMC HYPERMAX operating system, the entire VMAX All Flash family will enjoy the benefits of inline compression and non-disruptive migration."

Dell EMC HYPERMAX Operating System

Like the entire VMAX family of AFAs, the VMAX 250F will benefit from the release of the new HYPERMAX operating system. HYPERMAX delivers:

    --  Inline Compression: Operating at a granular level, customers will be
        able to target workloads that benefit the most from compression,
        including data that was written prior to new HYPERMAX updates. New
        inline compression and data reduction capabilities deliver reduced
        footprint and cost savings by reducing storage requirements by up to 4x
        compared to a configuration without data reduction
    --  Non-Disruptive Migration: In just three simple steps, the new HYPERMAX
        can deliver greatly simplified non-disruptive data migration from
        previous generation VMAX arrays to VMAX3(TM) and VMAX All Flash arrays.
        HYPERMAX also enables users to migrate live application data as well as
        revert to the source array, both in a non-disruptive fashion
    --  Virtual "Witness": The latest release of HYPERMAX includes updates to
        SRDF/Metro, which reduces footprint and cost and eliminates the
        requirement for additional hardware by now offering a virtual "witness"
        to deliver an active/active data center
    --  Third Site Support: SRDF/Metro updates in HYPERMAX will support
        asynchronous third-site support to provide disaster recovery over geo
        distances to a tertiary site
The launch of the new HYPERMAX software coincides with a new OpenStack Newton Cinder release for VMAX. This underscores Dell EMC's commitment to the OpenStack storage community, and extends VMAX's capabilities in the all-flash market

Dell EMC VPLEX for All-Flash

The new VS6 platform of VPLEX, Dell EMC's flagship solution for continuous availability and non-disruptive data mobility, takes a performance leap to meet the needs of All-Flash environments. VPLEX VS6 delivers twice the performance at one-third the latency and provides much greater scale than previous generations. VPLEX VS6 is optimized for flash with UNMAP support for thin provisioning, XCOPY support and Integrated Copy Data Management (iCDM) support across active-active datacenters.

Dell EMC is also introducing a new all-inclusive VPLEX solution exclusively for Dell EMC All-Flash arrays: VPLEX for All-Flash. With VPLEX For All-Flash, the software license is tied to a VPLEX engine without any limitations on the capacity or the number of Dell EMC flash arrays protected, making it a very cost effective option for customers to extend VPLEX capabilities to their growing all-flash workloads. Thanks to its scale-out architecture, customers can non-disruptively add additional VPLEX engines to support the performance requirements of multiple All-Flash systems.

The new VS6 platform and VPLEX For All-Flash solution have been designed to enable customers to modernize their datacenters with continuous availability and non-disruptive data mobility. VPLEX adds seven-nines availability to mission-critical workloads for performance intensive all-flash systems.

Faster Time-To-Value; Less Cost

Dell EMC has made a full suite of services available to help customers accelerate the value of their VMAX 250F and VPLEX for All Flash investments. In addition to expert deployment services Dell EMC offers Intelligent Data Mobility migration services that, when combined with the Non-Disruptive Migration capability of HYPERMAX, can reduce data migration time and expense by up to 65%. Customers can also take advantage of Dell EMC's award-winning proactive, predictive Customer Service, which not only provides support throughout the product lifecycle but also offers access to innovative capabilities such as MyService360, which delivers personalized visualization on the health and wellness of your Dell EMC environment.

Customer Quotes:

Uli Betzler, storage architect, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT)

"We've been Dell EMC customers for a long time and use products from across its portfolio of storage solutions. Dell EMC VMAX 250F takes up an important place in that portfolio for us.  As a research institute, not all of our workloads are enormous, but they are all critical.  So, while we need the performance and reliability of a VMAX for all of our arrays, we didn't need the scale of a VMAX for every one. The VMAX 250F will allow us to access the proven capabilities of the VMAX family in a new range of environments where the economics now really work."

Ned Jones, IT director, RC Willey

"Our business goal is to deliver exceptional selection, value, superior service and professional associates that really care about our customers. Maintaining and managing customer data is key to our ability to meet those goals so we are constantly handling greater and greater volumes of information. Dell EMC's new version of HYPERMAX makes it simple for us to update our data center to take advantage of flash, it also introduces incredible levels of inline compression. That means we can keep growing the volumes of data that drives benefits for our customers, without needing more space, more power or more costs."

Industry Analyst Quote:

Mark Peters, practice director and senior analyst, Enterprise Strategy Group

"The market for All-Flash arrays continues to grow - in both established and emerging sectors. But 'All-Flash' per se is ceasing to be a differentiator between vendors as software, application integration and proven capabilities instead become the critical decision factors. This translates into prospective customers that are demanding more concrete evidence from vendors to know not just how much a terabyte of storage is going to cost them, but if a specific storage system matches their precise needs. Vendors have the greatest likelihood of succeeding in the evolving flash storage market if they have a portfolio of flash solutions where economic needs can be balanced against storage volume and functional prerequisites in order to find the right fit for each customer's needs."

Partner Quote:

Sachin Gupta, vice president, data center and enterprise switching, Cisco

"Cisco and Dell EMC are committed to delivering solutions that offer extreme levels of performance, scale and availability. Dell EMC's announcement of the VMAX 250F expands the VMAX All Flash portfolio from high-end enterprise to a new group of customers. Cisco MDS 9000 Storage Networking platform offers a combination of performance, non-stop operations, investment protection and flexibility which is the perfect complement to the VMAX 250F enabling organizations to modernize and transform their data center."

Scott Miller, director, data center, WWT

"The question our customers face is no longer 'Flash or spinning?' but 'Which flash?' Dell EMC's flash portfolio approach means that there's a flash solution to match every use case. The launch of the VMAX 250F hits a sweet spot for organizations that require enterprise-class features at an affordable price point. WWT is proud to showcase the VMAX 250F array in our Advanced Technology Center's Flash Lab. Dell EMC's new HYPERMAX software for VMAX not only simplifies the process of migrating customers to an All-Flash environment, but it also significantly reduces the required storage capacity thanks to inline compression. This, in turn, delivers performance benefits and can save our customers money."

Additional Resources:

    --  Related News: Dell EMC Unity Increases Efficiency And Lowers All-Flash
        Costs By 4X... For Free
    --  Related News: Dell EMC Brings the Power of Flash and Cloud Tiering to
        Industry's #1 Protection Storage
    --  Related News: Dell EMC XtremIO Shatters Customer and Revenue Growth
        Records
    --  Related News Blog: "Dell EMC DSSD D5: Enterprise Analytics - Let the
        Transformation Begin"
    --  Social: Join the conversation by following @DellEMCNews, @DellEMC
        @DellEMCStorage
    --  VMAX 250F: Learn more about Dell EMC VMAX 250F
    --  All-Flash: Learn more about the benefits of Dell EMC All-flash Storage
        solutions
About Dell EMC

Dell EMC, a part of Dell Technologies, enables organizations to modernize, automate and transform their data center using industry-leading converged infrastructure, servers, storage and data protection technologies. This provides a trusted foundation for businesses to transform IT, through the creation of a hybrid cloud, and transform their business through the creation of cloud-native applications and big data solutions. Dell EMC services customers across 180 countries - including 98 percent of the Fortune 500 - with the industry's most comprehensive and innovative portfolio from edge to core to cloud.

Dell EMC World

Join us Oct. 18-20 at Dell EMC World 2016, Dell Technologies' flagship event bringing together technology and business professionals to network, share ideas and help co-create a better future. Learn more at http://www.dellemcworld.com and follow #DellEMCWorld on Twitter.

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Statements that relate to future results and events are forward-looking statements based on Dell Technologies' current expectations.  Actual results and events in future periods may differ materially from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements because of a number of risks, uncertainties and other factors.  Risks, uncertainties and assumptions include the possibility that projected benefits may not materialize as expected; that Dell Technologies is unable to successfully implement the plans, strategies and objectives, including the execution of integration strategies; and other risks that are described in Dell Technologies' Securities and Exchange Commission reports.  Dell Technologies does not undertake any obligation to update these forward-looking statements. 

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Dell EMC Brings the Power of Flash and Cloud Tiering to Industry's #1 Protection Storage with New Family of Data Domain Appliances

Data Domain Flash-Enabled Protection Storage Appliances Deliver Rapid Access to Protection Data and Increased Speed and Scale

HOPKINTON, Mass., Oct. 11, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

News Summary:

    --  Dell EMC raises the bar for performance and scale with new family of
        Data Domain protection storage appliances that harness the power of
        flash and leverage the cloud
    --  New Data Domain Cloud Tier increases overall capacity by 200%, with a
        maximum logical capacity of up to 150PB managed by a single system
    --  Establishes Data Domain as the only protection storage to natively tier
        de-duplicated data to public, private, or hybrid clouds for long-term
        retention
    --  The DD9800 is 7x more scalable, 1.5x faster and can support 5x more
        streams than the nearest competitor

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Dell EMC is unveiling new software and a new generation of Dell EMC Data Domain protection storage systems that are flash-enabled to deliver industry-leading speed and scalability as well as enhanced protection for virtual environments. These new systems also provide the ultimate in efficiency for tiering long-term retention data to the cloud.

The deployment of the new Data Domain Cloud Tier software within Data Domain increases the total volume of data that can be managed through a single appliance by 200 percent, with a maximum logical capacity of 150PB. Data Domain Cloud Tier establishes Data Domain as the only protection storage to natively tier de-duplicated data to public, private, or hybrid clouds for long-term retention, including Dell EMC Elastic Cloud Storage and Virtustream Storage Cloud.

The new Data Domain family features four new models:  DD6300, DD6800, DD9300 and DD9800. The DD6300 is a turnkey, all-in-one appliance designed specifically for small and midrange customers. The DD6800, DD9300 and DD9800 expand the capacity and features such as high availability to minimize downtime and ensure business continuity in the face of a sudden hardware failure. The DD9800 is 7x more scalable, 1.5x faster and can support 5x more streams than the nearest competitor.

The added power of flash is also enhancing the experience for users in virtual environments. In conjunction with Dell EMC Avamar software, the new family of Data Domain appliances can access protection instances of virtual machines (VMs) 20x faster. Customers are able to boot up VMs using a protection copy of the virtual machine files (VMDKs) directly from Data Domain instead of needing to restore the VM to a separate primary storage system.

"Protecting the modern data center is a critical pillar of any IT transformation strategy," said Beth Phalen, SVP and GM, data protection solutions, Dell EMC. "Business Agility requires customers to protect rapidly growing data sets and minimize downtime no matter what happens in their data centers. To meet these needs we are introducing four new Data Domain systems with integrated flash technology that deliver new levels of scale and performance, allow customers to instantly restore large application environments and further reduce the time it takes to protect large volumes of data. Our data protection everywhere strategy ensures data is protected - affordably and securely - no matter where it lives."

Data Domain OS 6.0

The new Data Domain family of appliances is powered by the next generation of the Data Domain operating system, DD OS 6.0. In addition to the introduction of Data Domain Cloud Tier, DD OS 6.0 delivers new advanced integration with Hadoop, via the Dell EMC Data Protection Suite for Applications, an industry-unique solution to deliver enterprise grade protection of big data.

Availability:

The new family of Data Domain appliances and Data Domain OS 6.0, which includes Data Domain Cloud Tier, are available today.

Customer Quote:

Anthony Gizzarelli, senior manager, backup and recovery operations and engineering, AIG

"Protection storage is every bit as important to us as primary storage so we have relied on Dell EMC Data Domain for many years. As the volumes of data that we manage grow, being able to tier data intelligently to more cost-efficient targets, such as the cloud, becomes more important to us. However, should anything happen, we need to access our protection data fast so we're excited by new features, such as high availability and being able to run VMs direct from the protection storage instance."

Analyst Quote:

Jason Buffington, principal analyst, Enterprise Strategy Group

"This week's announcement reminds us all why Data Domain continues to be the dominant solution in protection storage today. Data protection has always been about the 'race to zero' in recovery time, while balancing cost to performance in the solution overall. Between the VM-scenario enhancements, the addition of cloud-tier as an extension of the protection storage, and acceleration via its flash tier, Dell EMC is pulling all the levers that are on the leading edge for modern data protection in enterprises today."

Additional Resources:

    --  Related News: Dell EMC Introduces VMAX 250F - Enterprise-Class All-Flash
        Storage with Game-Changing Economics
    --  Related News: Dell EMC Unity Increases Efficiency And Lowers All-Flash
        Costs By 4X... For Free
    --  Related News: Dell EMC XtremIO Shatters Customer and Revenue Growth
        Records
    --  Related News Blog: "Dell EMC DSSD D5: Enterprise Analytics - Let the
        Transformation Begin"
    --  Social: Join the conversation by following @DellEMCNews, @DellEMC
        @DellEMCProtect
About Dell EMC

Dell EMC, a part of Dell Technologies, enables organizations to modernize, automate and transform their data center using industry-leading converged infrastructure, servers, storage and data protection technologies.  This provides a trusted foundation for businesses to transform IT, through the creation of a hybrid cloud, and transform their business through the creation of cloud-native applications and big data solutions.  Dell EMC services customers across 180 countries - including 98 percent of the Fortune 500 - with the industry's most comprehensive and innovative portfolio from edge to core to cloud.

Dell EMC World

Join us Oct. 18-20 at Dell EMC World 2016, Dell Technologies' flagship event bringing together technology and business professionals to network, share ideas and help co-create a better future. Learn more at http://www.dellemcworld.com and follow #DellEMCWorld on Twitter.

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Elephant Talk Enables Global Brand MVNO Framework

Elephant Talk - Expeto Partnership Results in First Enterprise Branded MVNO Customer with Targeted 2016 Initial Rollout

NEW YORK, Oct. 11, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Elephant Talk Communications Corp. (NYSE MKT: ETAK) ("Elephant Talk," or the "Company"), a leading international provider of mobile networking software and services, today announced that its mobile virtual network enterprise (MVNE) mobile cloud services platform will be deployed with its strategic partner Expeto's 4G LTE engine, providing a new enterprise "brand focused" Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) unique branded global mobile services.

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Elephant Talk, Expeto, and our new "brand focused" MVNO enterprise customer have agreed to create a detailed commercial, technical and financial business model, including revenue sharing arrangements, related to the global deployment of consumer branded mobile networks, handsets and brand-exclusive content, engaged by the MVNO, with network services delivered through existing global roaming access partners already running on the Elephant Talk systems.

The development and deployment of this jointly managed global mobile solution represents a new, disintermediated and highly disruptive paradigm in branded mobile services delivery. Its "brand first" business model will deploy services that depart from the customary gigabyte - megabyte data-based, rated service plan pricing models, providing a new pricing basis leveraging a brand membership subscription plan which effectively removes the "distribution tax" that brands otherwise endure in connecting with their customers. The delivery of this branded global mobile solution business model is expected to transition Elephant Talk from a low margin wholesale provider to pricing and profit margins enjoyed by the leading software as a service companies.

"We are pleased to join forces with our partner, Expeto, in forging our first global MVNO partnered solution with a market leading (albeit in "stealth mode" in deference to their brand customers), global, brand-centric MVNO solution provider. This is a significant milestone with disruptive market implications, which has the potential to bring millions of subscribers (members) that loyally follow global and national cult brands. Brands have learned so much about their consumers' engagement and network economies available to them via social networks. The most innovative brands are strengthening their communities around the interests of enthusiastic and loyal customers. Now with the ETAK-Expeto solution, those brands will retain more direct control and distribution of exclusive brand related information, services, and content. This represents a material improvement for the brand member's consumed content, while reducing costly dependencies on 3rd parties," said Hal Turner, Executive Chairman of Elephant Talk.

"This enterprise focused model represents exclusive brands which will purchase handsets, media and secure content, downloads, movies, interviews and additional content the brand wishes to present to their members. This includes established retail distribution channels with major recognized retail brands. Handset manufacturing and distribution agreements are in place already.  We expect to see an increasing number of brands approaching us to discuss not so much the launch of a traditional SIM-only based MVNO, but rather the possibility to distribute branded devices that smartly choose its optimal connection via cloud based networks, delivering seamless services in multiple geographies," Mr. Turner added.

As enterprises look to expand the services they offer to customers and employees, Communications Service Providers (CSPs) struggle to move beyond connectivity to offer the full capability for businesses looking to exploit IoT (internet of everything). In response, enterprises are seeking to directly deploy MVNO services, equipping them to take control of their own operations and networks. The Elephant Talk - Expeto strategic partnership responds to this growing market demand, offering complete MVNO capabilities within trusted private networks. Gartner predicts, 'By 2018 the top 1000 global enterprises will implement MVNO capabilities of some scale in support of their IOT capabilities.'

"With Expeto enabling private organizations to fully control cellular data in a trusted way, inclusive of LTE and WIFI data and the partnership with Elephant Talk, including its online subscription management and unique billing, the two Companies can address the needs of global enterprise and cult brands willing to control, by themselves, the distribution of their content directly to their best consumers and fans, no longer depending exclusively on dominant operators and social networks," said Ryley MacKenzie, CEO of Expeto.

About Elephant Talk Communications Corp.:

Elephant Talk Communications Corp., and its subsidiaries (also referred to as "Elephant Talk", "ET" and "the Company") provide a complete mobility cloud platform, utilizing messaging and security capabilities. Elephant Talk offers fully managed 'single sign on and application access' Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) applications designed for communications services providers and enterprises. SaaS are applications designed for end-users, delivered over the web. PaaS is a set of tools and services designed to make coding and deploying those applications quick and efficient. IaaS is the hardware and software solution that powers it all including servers, storage, networks and operating systems. The Company is comprised of a deeply experienced management team, architects, software developers, implementation specialists and an operations team who bring turnkey mobile solutions to the retail telecommunications industry. ET also provides software based authentication and voice-biometrics technology and services through its license with ValidSoft UK Limited ("ValidSoft"). For more information please visit: http://www.elephanttalk.com.

About ValidSoft UK Ltd:

ValidSoft secures transactions using personal authentication and device assurance. ValidSoft enables its customers to enhance their security while improving their user experience, utilizing our multi-factor authentication platform, Voice Biometric engine and Device Trust technology, all of which may be used as 'stand-alone' or integrated into multi-vendor solutions. ValidSoft serves multiple clients across the financial services, government and enterprise sectors and is the only company to have been granted four European Privacy Seals, reflecting its commitment to strong data privacy. For more information please visit: http://www.validsoft.com

Forward-Looking Statements:

Certain statements contained herein constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements may include, without limitation, statements with respect to Elephant Talk's plans and objectives, projections, expectations and intentions. These forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about Elephant Talk's industry, management's beliefs and certain assumptions made by management. Readers are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Because such statements involve risks and uncertainties, the actual results and performance of Elephant Talk may differ materially from the results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Given these uncertainties, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. Unless otherwise required by law, Elephant Talk also disclaims any obligation to update its view of any such risks or uncertainties or to announce publicly the result of any revisions to the forward-looking statements made here. Additional information concerning certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected or suggested in Elephant Talk's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, copies of which are available from the SEC or may be obtained upon request from Elephant Talk.

Investor Relations Contacts:

Steve Gersten
(813)-926-8920
sgersten@tampabay.rr.com

Scott Gordon
CoreIR
(631)-703-4900
scottg@coreir.com

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Chinese UAV Maker Areox to Release a Next Generation Handheld Video Stabilizer

The PIRO Smart Gimbal Delivers Stability that was Previously only Available to Professionals

HONG KONG, Oct. 11, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- From the widespread popularity of selfie sticks to the emergence of handheld camera gimbals, the global handheld device market is going through another transformation. With the increasing popularity of live webcasts in 2016, videos are becoming increasingly important as a new means of social communication, making image stabilization technology-based handheld camera gimbals increasingly a must among consumers.

Shenzhen Areox Technologies Co., Ltd. plans to release a high quality handheld camera stabilizer, the PIRO Smart Gimbal, at this year's Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition). Consumers care about what features and flexible designs a good handheld camera gimbal can offer while what the product can deliver in terms of advanced technology has set off a transformative round of innovation driven by what really matters top professionals. 

Areox is a Chinese high-tech company principally engaged in research and development as well as production of electric multi-rotor unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and related parts, with a focus on technological innovation. Bringing together the R&D strength of professional developers of aviation products located in China as well as outside the country, and supported by heavy investment in its own R&D, the company has successfully applied for several utility patents. In addition, the company has made breakthroughs in several areas, including flight-control and optical image processing systems. Based on the idea of giving users the opportunity to see the world from another vantage point, Areox has been dedicated to providing steady and stable UAVs and smart equipment to hobbyists with the aim of becoming a high-tech producer with a global reputation.

Unlike other Chinese UAV manufacturers, Areox boasts a professional R&D team consisting of experienced technicians from across the aviation industry, 80 per cent of whom have a master's degree or above, giving the company the wherewithal to develop a comprehensive suite of solutions from industrial structure designs to production.

In addition to strong talent and technical prowess, an excellent product cannot be launched without a company's accurate understanding of market trends. With the development of the smart aerial drone market, Areox was quick to grasp what the market demanded, and after two years of research and development, launched the smart aerial drone X5, which features a high-precision flight control system, three-axis stabilized pan-tilt and a HD motion camera, delivering an outstanding user experience. In addition, the X5 was showcased at the 2016 Mobile World Congress (MWC) and the Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition) 2016, garnering great acclaim from customers. Areox's next-generation drone product, the X6, will be unveiled at the 2017 CES.

Focusing on the development and production of drones, Areox has also developed pan-tilt-based stability augmentation equipment for action photos and video.

After launching several generations of products, Areox's continues to improve in terms of technical prowess. In the past, handheld video stabilizers were strictly a tool in the province of professional photographers. With the rise of internet journalists and video bloggers, however, the capabilities of one's video recording equipment are of increasing importance. Consumer demands have become similar to those of professionals, in terms of what is expected when it comes to stability, as well as in terms of where the market for cameras is heading. It is in this context that expectations in terms of more user-friendly handheld stabilization devices have decidedly grown, and the PIRO Smart Gimbal is the answer to that expectation.

Can the PIRO Smart Gimbal, which will be launched in Hong Kong on October 15 and maintains the same high quality that is expected of all Areox products, be the next head turner in the market? Will it stand out among the many new products expected to come on stream at the same time? Finding out the answer to that question will be well worth the wait.

CONTACT:
Jing Junjie
+86-0755-88294873
junjie.jing@areox.com

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JPay Builds the First Pink-Colored Tablet and Accessories for Prisons, Creating an Opportunity for Inmates to Support the Fight Against Breast Cancer

A portion of the proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society - Making Strides Against Breast Cancer

MIAMI, Oct. 11, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Millions of Americans buy pink-themed products in October to support National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but for some populations - such as the incarcerated - access to those purchases are limited or non-existent.  This year, JPay partnered with the American Cancer Society to ensure that inmates can participate in the fight against a disease that takes thousands of lives each year.  Typically constructed out of clear, polycarbonate plastic, JPay manufactured limited edition pink-colored JP5s 7" tablets and pink-colored tablet cases which are available in North Dakota, Ohio and Washington prisons, as well as the Northlake facility in Michigan.  A portion of the proceeds from each purchase benefits the American Cancer Society - Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. 

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The pink-colored JP5s 7" tablet comes with all the bells and whistles as the clear model, including music, games, education, email  and much more so inmates can stay connected with their loved ones! However, the pink model physically symbolizes an inmate's support in the fight against breast cancer, demonstrating that even while serving time, offenders can play a role in eradicating diseases and positively participate in the community. 

"Sadly, it's rare to meet someone who has not been affected by breast cancer, which is why we felt compelled to create the opportunity for inmates to participate in the fight against the disease," said Errol Feldman, CEO of JPay. "For inmates, the pink-colored tablet and cases are tangible representations of their passion for the cause, something they own and use every day, not just a simple receipt from a monetary donation.  It means something more."

The pink-colored tablets are priced the same as clear tablets, however JPay will donate $10.00 to the American Cancer Society - Making Strides Against Breast Cancer for every pink-colored tablet purchase, as well as a $3.00 donation for every pink-colored tablet case.

"We feel very fortunate to have been selected as the beneficiary of this creative initiative," said Margarita Orta, Senior Market Manager, Community Engagement for the American Cancer Society. "This effort allows inmates to give back and help others regardless of their state and limitations.  We all have a role in the fight against breast cancer and together we are stronger than cancer." 

About JPay
JPay, a Securus Technologies Company, designs, builds and deploys its technology to prisons and jails across the country, establishing correspondence to help educate and rehabilitate offenders.  Serving more than 1.9 million offenders and parolees in 34 states, JPay makes the corrections process more convenient for offenders and their loved ones, while modernizing processes and increasing intelligence capabilities for corrections facilities. Products include money transfer services, tablets, email and video communications, education, games, music and more.

About American Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society is a global grassroots force of 2 million volunteers saving lives in every community. As the largest voluntary health organization, the Society's efforts have contributed to a 23 percent decline in cancer death rates in the U.S. since 1991, and a 50 percent drop in smoking rates. We're finding cures as the nation's largest private, not-for-profit investor in cancer research, ensuring people facing cancer have the help they need and continuing the fight for access to quality health care, lifesaving screenings and more. For more information, to get help, or to join the fight, call us anytime, day or night, at (800) 227-2345 or visit cancer.org.

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CONTACT: Jade Trombetta, JTrombetta@jpay.com, 954.862.6919

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ResellerClub Goes Multi-Brand With Dedicated Servers & VPS Powered by BlueHost

NEW YORK, October 11, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    ResellerClub, part of Endurance International Group's family of brands and a leading
provider of cloud technology, web hosting and web presence solutions, recently announced
the launch of Dedicated Servers and VPS Hosting powered by Bluehost on its platform.

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    This launch makes Bluehost the second internationally reputed brand of Hosting
available for ResellerClub clients to buy directly on their existing accounts. This move
adds to the existing array of web presence products on the ResellerClub platform and gives
its clients access to cutting edge hosting solutions at affordable prices.

    Speaking about the collaboration, Shridhar Luthria, General Manager, ResellerClub said,
"Bluehost is a phenomenal brand that resonates well with Web Developers and we have seen
growing demand for its addition to our services ever since we launched HostGator products.
We are very happy to partner with Bluehost to integrate their products into our portfolio
and we look forward to adding other flavors of hosting as well! Our mission to transform
ResellerClub into a marketplace for Web Presence providers continues with this addition."

    BlueHost VPS uses OpenStack which is technology architecture that has the ability to
run a private cloud in the data center. This brings with it the flexibility, elasticity &
redundancy that cloud offers. BlueHost Dedicated Servers deliver tremendous power and
control with state-of-the-art Xeon processors and are provisioned instantly on purchase.

    Bluehost General Manager, James Grierson shared his thoughts on the partnership,
saying, "We are excited to announce this partnership with ResellerClub. Adding Bluehost
VPS and Dedicated Server products to the ResellerClub platform enables us to reach over
200,000+ clients across 8 countries while adding a localized interface and support team to
some of our most popular products. Through the ResellerClub channel, we will be able to
empower more businesses and web developers with world class solutions."

    For more information, visit:https://www.resellerclub.com/vps-hosting/bluehost and
https://www.resellerclub.com/dedicated-server-hosting/bluehost, and for more
information on BlueHost's U.S. offerings, visit: http://www.bluehost.com.

    About ResellerClub 

    The ResellerClub [http://www.resellerclub.com/?location=global ] platform powers some
of the world's most popular web hosts, domain resellers, web designers and technology
consultants. ResellerClub provides scalable and secure shared hosting, shared hosting by
HostGator, cloud hosting, reseller hosting, VPS solutions, VPS solutions by BlueHost and
dedicated servers, in addition to a comprehensive suite of gTLDs, ccTLDs, new gTLDs and
other essential web presence products.

    About BlueHost 

    Bluehost was founded in 2003 with one goal: to make a better hosting company. Built on
open source technology, BlueHost has since grown to become one of the world's largest
providers of cloud-based online solutions. Operating beneath the Wasatch Mountains in Utah,
the team of over 700 are pushing boundaries to deliver the promise of the internet to
more people than ever.

    About Endurance International Group 

    Endurance International Group [http://ow.ly/SKVIv ] is a publicly traded technology
company that helps power small and medium-sized businesses online. Through its proprietary
cloud platform, Endurance provides web presence solutions including web hosting, eCommerce,
eMarketing and mobile business tools to over 4.7 million subscribers around the globe.
The company's world-class family of brands includes Bluehost, HostGator, iPage, Domain.com,
A Small Orange, Constant Contact, MOJO Marketplace, BigRock, and ResellerClub among
others. Headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts, Endurance employs more than 3,700
people across the United States in Utah, Texas, Washington and Arizona and in the United
Kingdom, India, Israel and Brazil. For more information on how Endurance can help grow
your business, visit endurance.com [http://ow.ly/SKVIv ], follow us on Twitter
@EnduranceIntl [http://ow.ly/SKWoZ ] and like us on Facebook at
http://www.facebook.com/EnduranceInternational [http://ow.ly/SKWs3 ].

    Endurance International Group and the compass logo are trademarks of The Endurance
International Group, Inc. Other brand names of Endurance International Group are
trademarks of The Endurance International Group, Inc. or its subsidiaries. 

       
         
        India Contact 
        Karthik Balachander 
        ResellerClub 
        +91(22)3079-7676 extn: 7791 
        pr@resellerclub.com 

        US Contact 
        Casey Rowland 
        Endurance International Group 
        casey.rowland@endurance.com 

     

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Dell EMC Unity Increases Efficiency And Lowers All-Flash Storage Costs By 4x ... For Free

Latest Version Delivers Substantial Gains in Storage Efficiency, Capacity and Value with Ability to Scale Up to 384TB in 2U Footprint

HOPKINTON, Mass., Oct. 11, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

News Highlights:

    --  CloudIQ cloud-based storage analytics software delivers intelligent and
        predictive analytics to proactively monitor and manage health of Dell
        EMC Unity storage systems
    --  Free, non-disruptive, data-in-place software upgrade delivers 4x storage
        efficiencies within the same footprint via inline compression and other
        all-flash optimizations
    --  Lowers TCO via tiering of data to public clouds with policy-based file
        tiering to archive inactive data
    --  Unity All-Flash now provides up to 384TB in a 2U rack through new
        support for 15.36TB 3D NAND (SAS Flash 4) flash drives
Full Story:

Dell EMC today introduced significant, free, non-disruptive, data-in-place software updates to the Dell EMC Unity(TM) family of storage systems. The new capabilities featuring intelligent inline compression and support for the latest flash drives are designed to enable substantial gains in storage capacity and efficiency for All-Flash configurations. Expanding Unity's capabilities for the modern data center, Dell EMC also introduced integrated file tiering to the public cloud (including Virtustream), along with intelligent and predictive analytics through the new CloudIQ cloud-based storage analytics platform.

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Cloud-Based Analytics

Previewed earlier this year, CloudIQ is a cloud-based storage analytics platform that will be available later this quarter. CloudIQ provides near real-time intelligence and predictive analytics capabilities to proactively monitor, manage, and provide health scores for Unity storage.

Double the Capacity, Same Footprint

Unity customers will gain inline compression capabilities with the latest version of UnityOE software, further enhancing data storage efficiency with features such as thin provisioning, snapshots and "file system shrink." With the ability to compress block-based LUNs hosting in All-Flash pools, Unity's new compression capabilities are designed to help customers save up to 70% in storage capacity costs.

Unity All-Flash now provides up to 384TB in a 2U rack through new support for 15.36TB 3D NAND (SAS Flash 4) flash drives, doubling Unity's drive density. In addition, the Unity 600(F) doubles the number of drives supported, increasing total usable capacity up to 10PBs.

Extending the life of mixed SSDs, Dell EMC is also introducing intelligent wear leveling with Unity, allowing customers to mix different types of flash drives within an All-Flash pool. This capability is designed to further extend the life expectancy of All-Flash drives on Unity platforms by intelligently moving data off highly active drives over to drives with less activity within the same Unity storage array.

Lower TCO with Cloud Tiering

Expanding its capabilities for the modern data center, Unity now supports seamless, automated policy-based file tiering to public clouds including Virtustream, Amazon S3, and Microsoft Azure. With this capability, customers can archive inactive data to a public cloud service. This feature can help reduce capital expenditure on additional physical storage by freeing up primary storage capacity while reducing backup windows and lowering operational expenditures by reducing data management overheads. Furthermore, customers who use Unity cloud file tiering with Virtustream can save up to 60% on their file storage costs.

Migration Made Easy

Since its May 2016 introduction, thousands of customers have simplified and modernized their data centers with Unity, and upgrading to Unity has never been easier. Customers wishing to upgrade to Unity from EMC VNX® systems can leverage a new streamlined and simplified workflow user interface. Migration is implemented as a built-in, self-service solution from inside the new Unisphere management interface. Additionally, customers already using Unity can take advantage of data-in-place upgrades.

"We're always looking for innovative new ways to help our customers get the most out of their storage environments and bring a new level of simplicity to storage," said Jeff Boudreau, SVP and GM midrange storage, Dell EMC. "By adding inline compression to our existing data reduction technologies, our customers can achieve up to 4x efficiencies in their storage, helping them to reduce significant overhead within their database and other workloads and maximize the value of their storage investments. With the addition of larger capacity flash drives for Dell EMC Unity, customers will be able to scale their environments up to 384TB in a 2U rack, driving up efficiency while keeping down TCO. And now with the availability of new CloudIQ storage analytics, customers can get proactive Health Scores of Unity systems including recommended remediation based on best practices and risk management procedures - ensuring Unity systems are available, protected, and performing."

Availability

Updates to the UnityOE, including support for 15.36TB flash drives, will be available toward the end of 2016 at no cost as a non-disruptive, data-in-place upgrade.

Customer Quote:

Brady Snodgrass, storage architect, First National Technology Solutions

"Inline compression in Unity will allow us to more efficiently utilize our midrange storage capacity and, ultimately, reduce costs. Additionally, the ability to create completely isolated environments using IP multi-tenancy will greatly increase security and control, which, as a cloud service provider, is an absolute necessity. The simplicity with which we can perform data-in-place hardware upgrades is amazing on the Unity platform, as is our ability to upgrade an existing Unity array to a new model by swapping out the service processors."

Analyst quote:

Ashish Nadkarni, program director, computing platforms, IDC

"Businesses are putting unprecedented pressures on their midrange storage arrays, with ever-increasing sizes and numbers of files that need to be stored and accessed instantly. To get the most out of an array - in terms of value for money and capacity per drive - it's important for organizations to demand high-capacity drives, data compression and tiering to the cloud. Smart businesses are choosing storage platforms that act as a hub, compressing data and directing it to the best storage target to match its SLOs, whether that's an internal, high-capacity flash drive for hot data or a more cost-effective option in the cloud for information that's not used as much."

Partner Quote:

Jack Rondoni, vice president of storage networking, Brocade

"To achieve maximum value from the Dell EMC Unity Family of solutions, organizations require a modern storage network that is easy to deploy and manage without sacrificing performance or reliability. Brocade Gen 6 Fibre Channel and IP storage networking helps unleash the full power and efficiencies of Unity. In addition, Brocade Fabric Vision Technology with IO Insight provides deeper visibility into the IO performance of storage infrastructure to further enhance monitoring and maintenance of service levels."

Additional Resources:

    --  Related News: Dell EMC Introduces VMAX 250F - Enterprise-Class All-Flash
        Storage with Game-Changing Economics
    --  Related News: Dell EMC Brings the Power of Flash and Cloud Tiering to
        Industry's #1 Protection Storage
    --  Related News: Dell EMC XtremIO Shatters Customer and Revenue Growth
        Records
    --  Related News Blog: "Dell EMC DSSD D5: Enterprise Analytics - Let the
        Transformation Begin"
    --  Social: Join the conversation by following @DellEMCNews, @DellEMC
        @DellEMCStorage
    --  All-Flash: Learn more about the benefits of Dell EMC All-Flash storage
        solutions
About Dell EMC

Dell EMC, a part of Dell Technologies, enables organizations to modernize, automate and transform their data center using industry-leading converged infrastructure, servers, storage and data protection technologies.  This provides a trusted foundation for businesses to transform IT, through the creation of a hybrid cloud, and transform their business through the creation of cloud-native applications and big data solutions.  Dell EMC services customers across 180 countries - including 98 percent of the Fortune 500 - with the industry's most comprehensive and innovative portfolio from edge to core to cloud.

Join us Oct. 18-20 at Dell EMC World 2016, Dell Technologies' flagship event bringing together technology and business professionals to network, share ideas and help co-create a better future. Learn more at http://www.dellemcworld.com and follow #DellEMCWorld on Twitter.

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Statements that relate to future results and events are forward-looking statements based on Dell Technologies' current expectations.  Actual results and events in future periods may differ materially from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements because of a number of risks, uncertainties and other factors.  Risks, uncertainties and assumptions include the possibility that projected benefits may not materialize as expected; that Dell Technologies is unable to successfully implement the plans, strategies and objectives, including the execution of integration strategies; and other risks that are described in Dell Technologies' Securities and Exchange Commission reports.  Dell Technologies does not undertake any obligation to update these forward-looking statements.

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NetComm Wireless to Showcase Wireless Network Terminating Innovations at Broadband World Forum

SYDNEY, Oct. 11, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- NetComm Wireless Limited (ASX: NTC), today announced that it will display its carrier-grade Wireless Network Terminating Devices (WNTD) at Broadband World Forum in London next week in response to the call for fast and cost-effective 4G LTE Fixed Wireless broadband deployments to regional, rural and outer urban locations worldwide.

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In Australia, NetComm Wireless' WNTDs are proven to meet performance measures across vast geographic areas, and the technology is currently being deployed to deliver fast and reliable broadband to homes and businesses in underserved areas throughout the US.

"A common misconception about Wireless Network Terminating Devices is that the technology is consumer premises equipment (CPE). While both are installed at the premises, that's where the similarities end. Unlike basic CPE, WNTDs form an integral part of the 4G LTE network. The technology is owned, managed and monitored directly by the carrier.

Our WNTDs are engineered to deliver specific capacity to targeted premises and we are pleased to work with our partners to give homes and businesses an amount of bandwidth that guarantees performance so carriers can meet their headline speed claims for various products," said David Stewart, CEO and Managing Director, NetComm Wireless.

Specially engineered to extend the trusted zone all the way to the premises, NetComm Wireless' WNTDs bring optimal performance to premises in precise coverage areas by enabling a direct line of sight connection between the LTE base tower and the premises. 

Designed to deliver network grade connectivity, NetComm Wireless' WNTDs bring 4G LTE broadband to homes and businesses while ensuring quality of service for guaranteed service level agreements.

Installed on the roof of the premises, WNTDs are network-grade devices built to withstand extreme wind, rain, heat, dust and other outdoor conditions; while offering surge protection for optimal reliability.

NetComm Wireless develops custom WNTDs that have demonstrated world leading capabilities. Offering more than basic CPE hardware and functions, NetComm Wireless' fixed wireless design service includes the installation, tools and software functionality needed to ensure quality of service and quality of experience while reducing the network operator's total cost of ownership. 

NetComm Wireless will showcase its world leading Wireless Network Terminating Devices (WNTD) from 18-20 October 2016 at Broadband World Forum, stand D24, ExCeL Convention Centre, London.

About NetComm Wireless

NetComm Wireless Limited (ASX: NTC) is a leading developer of Fixed Wireless broadband, wireless Machine-to-Machine (M2M)/Industrial IoT and Fibre and Cable to the distribution point (FTTdp / CTTdp) technologies that underpin an increasingly connected world. We listen, innovate and solve the unique requirements of leading telecommunications carriers, core network providers, system integrators, government and enterprise customers worldwide. For over 30 years, NetComm Wireless has engineered new generations of world first data communication products, and is now a globally recognised wireless innovator. Headquartered in Sydney (Australia), NetComm Wireless has offices in the US, Europe/UK, New Zealand and Japan. For more information, visit http://www.netcommwireless.com.

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