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Huawei Announces Video Cloud to Simplify Video Service

SHANGHAI, Sept. 7, 2016 /CNW/ -- Huawei announced Video Cloud in HUAWEI CONNECT 2016. Through its cloud platform and opening basic video capabilities, Huawei Video Cloud enables customers to develop video services in the quickest manner, deliver supreme user experiences at a cost that was never possible before.

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Huawei Video Cloud helps customers to quickly bring video services online, reduces the TTM to one week, reduces infrastructure cost by 90%, and ensures the best user experience and data security. Video Cloud supports multiple service scenarios, including cloud live broadcast, cloud VOD, cloud TV games, celebrity or games live broadcast, multi-screen interaction, remote health care, and online education, reducing the costs of on-premise video platform and CDN infrastructure construction, assisting customers in quick commercial use of video services, promoting industry cooperation and building a win-win video ecosystem based on increasingly open video capabilities.

Business advantages and leading technologies Huawei Video Cloud offers:

    --  Customers focusing on core services: Video Cloud optimizes the TCO
        investment for customers, reducing customer investments in video
        technologies so that the customers can implement asset-light operation
        and focus on core services, such as user, content, service, and
        operation. The construction and maintenance of the video platform will
        be effectively conducted by the unified Video Cloud.
    --  Best investment plans and fastest service rollout: Video Cloud enables
        on-demand investments, making risks controllable. The startup capital
        for video service development is reduced by 90%, TTM of the video
        platform is shortened to one week. Agile Internet-like operation is
        supported, which allows rapid service rollout and addresses the
        challenges in the asymmetrical competition against OTT players with
        capital advantages.
    --  Open video capabilities: Video Cloud opens basic video capabilities and
        improves O&M efficiency. It utilizes its rich global partner resources,
        enables the vertical industry, and helps to build a conductive video
        ecosystem.
About Huawei

Huawei is a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider. Driven by customer-centric innovation and open partnerships, Huawei has established an end-to-end ICT solutions portfolio that gives customers competitive advantages in telecom and enterprise networks, devices and cloud computing. Our innovative ICT solutions, products and services are used in more than 170 countries and regions, serving over one-third of the world's population.

For more information, please visit Huawei online at http://www.huawei.com.

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CONTACT: Qiling Peng, +86-755-28971597, Pengqiling@huawei.com

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

Huawei Announces Video Cloud to Simplify Video Service

SHANGHAI, Sept. 7, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Huawei announced Video Cloud in HUAWEI CONNECT 2016. Through its cloud platform and opening basic video capabilities, Huawei Video Cloud enables customers to develop video services in the quickest manner, deliver supreme user experiences at a cost that was never possible before.

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Huawei Video Cloud helps customers to quickly bring video services online, reduces the TTM to one week, reduces infrastructure cost by 90%, and ensures the best user experience and data security. Video Cloud supports multiple service scenarios, including cloud live broadcast, cloud VOD, cloud TV games, celebrity or games live broadcast, multi-screen interaction, remote health care, and online education, reducing the costs of on-premise video platform and CDN infrastructure construction, assisting customers in quick commercial use of video services, promoting industry cooperation and building a win-win video ecosystem based on increasingly open video capabilities.

Business advantages and leading technologies Huawei Video Cloud offers:

    --  Customers focusing on core services: Video Cloud optimizes the TCO
        investment for customers, reducing customer investments in video
        technologies so that the customers can implement asset-light operation
        and focus on core services, such as user, content, service, and
        operation. The construction and maintenance of the video platform will
        be effectively conducted by the unified Video Cloud.
    --  Best investment plans and fastest service rollout: Video Cloud enables
        on-demand investments, making risks controllable. The startup capital
        for video service development is reduced by 90%, TTM of the video
        platform is shortened to one week. Agile Internet-like operation is
        supported, which allows rapid service rollout and addresses the
        challenges in the asymmetrical competition against OTT players with
        capital advantages.
    --  Open video capabilities: Video Cloud opens basic video capabilities and
        improves O&M efficiency. It utilizes its rich global partner resources,
        enables the vertical industry, and helps to build a conductive video
        ecosystem.
About Huawei

Huawei is a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider. Driven by customer-centric innovation and open partnerships, Huawei has established an end-to-end ICT solutions portfolio that gives customers competitive advantages in telecom and enterprise networks, devices and cloud computing. Our innovative ICT solutions, products and services are used in more than 170 countries and regions, serving over one-third of the world's population.

For more information, please visit Huawei online at http://www.huawei.com.

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

Create, Sculpt and Print: Wacom Presents Intuos 3D

First-ever full 3D solution for 3D enthusiasts combines Wacom's Intuos pen tablet with Pixologic's ZBrushCore software for creating and sculpting print-ready digital designs and characters.

SINGAPORE, Sept. 7, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Wacom(®) introduces Intuos 3D, the first-ever complete and affordable 3D solution that provides all the necessary tools to create print-ready three-dimensional designs on a PC or Mac computer. By introducing an accessible 3D design and modeling product, Wacom, the global leader in digital pen tablet and display technologies that empower creativity, is leading the way in popularizing the creation of cool and imaginative 3D art and design for a wide demographic. 

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Wacom's Intuos 3D comes to the market at an ideal time as interest in three-dimensional design and printing is growing rapidly. "While 3D design and DIY printing has become extremely popular, Wacom determined an opportunity existed to improve the front-end of the creative design process and deliver a complete solution designed specifically for 3D enthusiasts, particularly those just getting started," says Jeff Mandell, Executive Vice President of Wacom's Branded Business. "Wacom's holistic approach delivers a complete customer experience, from ideation to visual creation to physical creation. For years, top creative professionals in industrial, product, fashion and game design have used our award-winning products for their 3D work, and we felt it was about time that we shared our knowhow with those interested in getting started with 3D."

"In order to ensure an all-inclusive 3D solution, Wacom brought together industry leaders  Pixologic(®), Shapeways(®) and Sketchfab(®)  to integrate hardware, software and 3D printing and publishing services," states Tom Kopinski, Senior Manager of Creative Market Strategy at Wacom.  The Intuos 3D's natural and intuitive pen works seamlessly with Pixologic's powerful ZbrushCore(®) software, built from the same ZBrush(®) foundation that top professional film and game studios have been using for their 3D creations for years. The battery-free, cordless and pressure-sensitive Intuos pen combines with ZBrushCore to emulate the same feel and feedback one gets when working with traditional brushes, markers or ceramic tools.

"Through our collaboration with Wacom, we were able to develop an industry-leading 3D design software optimized for the Intuos tablet that is sure to delight 3D enthusiasts," says Jaime Labelle, Chief Operating Officer for Pixologic, Inc. "We look forward to seeing all the great work that this partnership helps develop."

Users seeking on-demand 3D prints can send their completed models to the online service Shapeways for printing. For those seeking to publish their work, Sketchfab's web-based platform and community are accessible to Intuos 3D owners. The Intuos 3D solution is easy to set-up and includes state-of-the-art video tutorials to help customers start creating immediately after the purchase. 

Pricing and Availability

Intuos 3D ($290 SGD, price includes GST) ships in an elegantly designed retail package, containing the Intuos 3D tablet, pen, downloadable Pixologic ZBrushCore software as well as special offers from Shapeways and Sketchfab. Intuos 3D will be distributed globally to leading retailers and the Wacom eStore, and available for sale beginning in late October.

About Wacom

Founded in 1983, Wacom is a global company based in Japan (Tokyo Stock Exchange: 6727) with subsidiaries and affiliate offices around the world to support marketing and distribution in over 150 countries. Wacom's vision to bring people and technology closer together through natural interface technologies has made it the world's leading manufacturer of interactive pen tablets and displays as well as of digital styli and solutions for saving and processing digital signatures. The advanced technology of Wacom's intuitive input devices has been used to create some of the most exciting digital art, films, special effects, fashion and designs around the world and provides business and home users with their leading interface technology to express their personality. Please visit http://www.wacom.com for further information.

About Pixologic

Founded in 1997, Pixologic Incorporated develops and markets innovative software tools for the film and video, games, graphic design and illustration markets. ZBrush is a graphic application aimed at simplifying the science behind generating computer graphics. ZBrush appeals to a wide audience by providing empowering tools that give users intuitive and visual control over the digital images they create.

By providing a unique synthesis of 2D and 3D capabilities in a single stand-alone tool, ZBrush collapses economic and ease-of-use barriers to creating stunning images.

Pixologic is privately owned and is located in California with offices in Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area.

For further information, please contact:

Daphne Tan
Wacom Singapore Pte Ltd
+65 9233 2370
daphne.tan@wacom.com

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Evergent and Cisco Team to Deliver End-to-End Over-The-Top (OTT) Video Services

- Companies offer end-to-end cloud-based solution that enables operators and broadcasters to quickly launch, monetize, and manage subscriptions for over-the-top (OTT) video services.

- Offering combines leading technologies in the Cisco Infinite Video platform and Evergent subscriber billing and product management platform.

MENLO PARK, Calif., Sept. 7, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Evergent Technologies and Cisco announced their alignment to accelerate delivery and monetization of OTT video services for operators and broadcasters.

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The collaboration brings together the Evergent proven cloud-based Subscriber Management solution, which is deployed in over 150 countries with recent success in supporting massive OTT viewership for UEFA EURO 2016 in Europe and Asia, and the Cisco Infinite Video technology launched at IBC 2015, which helps service providers, media and entertainment companies deliver content direct to consumers.

At IBC 2016, Cisco and Evergent will jointly demonstrate an end-to-end solution based on the Cisco Infinite Video solution and the Evergent cloud-based subscriber management platform. Evergent and Cisco together provide end-to-end functionality that enables companies to quickly launch and expand OTT services on a global scale.

"Evergent's carrier grade, cloud-based Subscriber Management system provides extensive functionality and a rich set of APIs that enable fast deployment of OTT services," said Rajeev Raman, Senior Director, Service Provider Video Software, Cisco. "Evergent works with the world's largest carriers and broadcasters and brings deep domain experience to the table."

"OTT video is rapidly becoming a strategic imperative for mobile carriers, broadband providers, cable operators, broadcasters, and content owners," says Vijay Sajja, Evergent CEO. "Companies around the world are eager to quickly launch OTT services and looking for an end-to-end solution that is easy to deploy, monetize, manage and scale."

About Evergent

Evergent is the leading provider of cloud-based subscriber and partner management solutions that enable success for cloud video service providers. Evergent's carrier grade cloud-based software enables video service providers to generate more revenue, delight customers and partners and run their back-office efficiently. Evergent's customers include leading carriers such as SingTel and T-Mobile, and leading media companies such as FOX Latin America and Sony Entertainment Television. Evergent is headquartered in Menlo Park, California, and has offices in Denver, Colorado, Hyderabad, India, and Mexico City, Mexico. For more information, visit: http://evergent.com.

About Cisco

Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) is the worldwide technology leader that has been making the Internet work since 1984. Our people, products, and partners help society securely connect and seize tomorrow's digital opportunity today. Discover more at newsroom.cisco.com and follow us on Twitter at @Cisco.

Cisco and the Cisco logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Cisco and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and other countries. A listing of Cisco's trademarks can be found at http://www.cisco.com/go/trademarks.

For press inquiries contact:
George Marchellos
+1 (408) 832 1462
george@evergent.com

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New 4K CCTV 'Spot Monitor' 16 IP Stream Decoder Launched by Antrica

LONDON, September 7, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    Antrica, a worldwide supplier of H.264 video encoding, decoding and streaming
solutions, today unveiled their plans to launch a product named the 'SpotBox4K' to the
market soon. The product is a 4K modernized version of the traditional 'Spot Monitor'.

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    The 'SpotBox4K' can decode up to 16 RTSP video IP streams in 1920 x 1080p and display
in a quad view on a 4K/UHD monitor. Most commonly this would be utilized in the CCTV
market, meaning you can have up to 16 IP ONVIF cameras programmed into the decoder, and
then you can decide how to view within the 4K quad display.

    Key benefits include:

       
        - Low cost & simple to set up - simply connect to a monitor
        - No need for a computer/NUK or VMS - reducing complexity & complications of the set up
        - No need for a keyboard or mouse (remote included)
        - Powerful chipset & processor which handles the frames very well with stability
        - High resolution display (4 static x 1920 x 1080p streams possible with 4K up scaling)
        - Auto reboot feature following power failure

    The 'SpotBox4K' eliminates the need for an Intel(R) NUK or PC running software and
using a keyboard and mouse. The box decodes the RTSP feeds directly on to a monitor
without any operator intervention. The 4K capability also dramatically increases the
detail available by displaying all 4 streams in their native 1920 x 1080 resolution, and
can be upscaled when viewed in single stream viewing mode.

    The decoder comes complete with advanced software to allow the user to manipulate the
display of feeds. Each of the 4 quadrants can be programmed to switch stream viewing at
any time frame required by the user. A remote control allows for simple user control by
displaying any feed full screen or reverting to quad display.

    NEW FEATURES: We have recently updated the software to enable new features. These
include an instantaneous recording feature, 16 stream decoding (enhanced from 10 streams)
& a config file to enable setting up multiple boxes with ease.

    Les Litwin Sales Director of Antrica commented :  

    "An example of use of this product would be for CCTV IP camera monitoring - where the
'SpotBox4K' is connected to the security personnel's 4K / HD monitor. The security person
can use the remote control to switch viewing feeds or view a single stream in more detail
if the need arose. The quality of the 4K viewing resolution is a deterrent when security
is involved as it can more easily pick out facial recognition & detail from a camera
stream. 

    The 'SpotBox4K' is available for purchase from Antrica soon, please visit
http://www.spotbox4k.com for further information on this product.

    Or please contact sales@antrica.com to discuss your specific requirements. 

    About Antrica 

    Antrica is a UK company Manufacturing and selling a range of video over IP solutions,
mainly encoders and decoders for CCTV Broadcast Signage AV and Medical markets. Video
encoding & decoding at 4K ,full HD 1080P60 and streaming over any LAN or WAN. Antrica has
been in business for 15 years and rapidly growing as a technology supplier.

       
         
        Contacts 
        Antrica 
        Les Litwin Sales Director +44 1628 626098 [tel:+44%201628%20626098 ] 
        les@antrica.com 
        http://www.antrica.com | http://www.spotbox4k.com 

     

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Evergent and Cisco Team to Deliver End-to-End Over-The-Top (OTT) Video Services

    --  Companies offer end-to-end cloud-based solution that enables operators
        and broadcasters to quickly launch, monetize, and manage subscriptions
        for over-the-top (OTT) video services.
    --  Offering combines leading technologies in the Cisco Infinite Video
        platform and Evergent subscriber billing and product management
        platform.
MENLO PARK, California, Sept. 7, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Evergent Technologies and Cisco announced their alignment to accelerate delivery and monetization of OTT video services for operators and broadcasters.

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The collaboration brings together the Evergent proven cloud-based Subscriber Management solution, which is deployed in over 150 countries with recent success in supporting massive OTT viewership for UEFA EURO 2016 in Europe and Asia, and the Cisco Infinite Video technology launched at IBC 2015, which helps service providers, media and entertainment companies deliver content direct to consumers.

At IBC 2016, Cisco and Evergent will jointly demonstrate an end-to-end solution based on the Cisco Infinite Video solution and the Evergent cloud-based subscriber management platform. Evergent and Cisco together provide end-to-end functionality that enables companies to quickly launch and expand OTT services on a global scale.

"Evergent's carrier grade, cloud-based Subscriber Management system provides extensive functionality and a rich set of APIs that enable fast deployment of OTT services," said Rajeev Raman, Senior Director, Service Provider Video Software, Cisco. "Evergent works with the world's largest carriers and broadcasters and brings deep domain experience to the table."

"OTT video is rapidly becoming a strategic imperative for mobile carriers, broadband providers, cable operators, broadcasters, and content owners," says Vijay Sajja, Evergent CEO. "Companies around the world are eager to quickly launch OTT services and looking for an end-to-end solution that is easy to deploy, monetize, manage and scale."

About Evergent

Evergent is the leading provider of cloud-based subscriber and partner management solutions that enable success for cloud video service providers. Evergent's carrier grade cloud-based software enables video service providers to generate more revenue, delight customers and partners and run their back-office efficiently. Evergent's customers include leading carriers such as SingTel and T-Mobile, and leading media companies such as FOX Latin America and Sony Entertainment Television. Evergent is headquartered in Menlo Park, California, and has offices in Denver, Colorado, Hyderabad, India, and Mexico City, Mexico. For more information, visit: http://evergent.com.

About Cisco

Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) is the worldwide technology leader that has been making the Internet work since 1984. Our people, products, and partners help society securely connect and seize tomorrow's digital opportunity today. Discover more at newsroom.cisco.com and follow us on Twitter at @Cisco.

Cisco and the Cisco logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Cisco and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and other countries. A listing of Cisco's trademarks can be found at http://www.cisco.com/go/trademarks.

For press inquiries contact:
George Marchellos

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george@evergent.com

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LG Takes The Multimedia Mobile Experience To The Next Level With V20

Enhanced Features Include Steady Record 2.0, Front and Rear Wide Angle Cameras, Hi-Fi Quad DAC, Android Nougat OS

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics (LG) today unveiled the V20(TM), the latest in its V series of smartphones, delivering the highest multimedia capabilities available in a mobile device. The V20 boasts new features including Steady Record 2.0, Hi-Fi Quad DAC, HD Audio Recorder and front and rear wide-angle lens cameras to deliver incredible performance. It is also the world's first smartphone to come preloaded with Android 7.0 Nougat OS and the new Google In Apps phone search function. Coming soon to consumers across the U.S., the all-new V20 will be available at AT&T, B&H, Sprint, T-Mobile, U.S. Cellular, Verizon, select Best Buy stores and BestBuy.com.

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The LG V series is a premium flagship smartphone line designed to provide users with a leading video and audio experience. In fact, the V20 was developed with "storytellers" in mind - for anyone who has something to say or anyone who has an experience to share.

Delivering Share-worthy, Crisp, Clear Videos

Steady Record 2.0 
The LG V20, powered by the Qualcomm(®) Snapdragon(TM) 820 processor with X12 LTE, introduces Steady Record 2.0, leveraging Qualcomm Technologies' electronic image stabilization (EIS) 3.0 to record smooth video footage and reduce shaky images. EIS shifts the image frame by frame to counter unintentional movement and determine a smooth path for the footage - allowing the user to record clearer videos, even when they're on the move.

Hi-Fi Video Recording 
LG V20 owners can record Hi-Fi videos and manually control the settings to capture next level audio with their video recordings. While recording video, the V20 captures audio through three Acoustic Overload Point (AOP) mics using 24-bit / 48 kHz Linear Pulse Code Modulation (LPCM), a format used by professional movie producers. This results in share-worthy videos from concerts and live events - without having the audio sound blown out!

The Purest Audio Experience

Hi-Fi Quad DAC 
The V20 is the world's first smartphone to feature a 32-bit Hi-Fi Quad DAC, powered by ESS Technology, designers of high-performance audio products. Powered by ESS SABRE ES9218, the Quad DAC in the V20 delivers clearer sound by minimizing distortion and ambient noise. With support for lossless music formats including FLAC, DSD, AIFF and ALAC, the V20 delivers high-quality audio to any pair of wired earphones.

HD Audio Recorder 
The HD Audio Recorder represents the next level of sound recording. This feature lets users capture studio quality audio with a wider dynamic frequency range using three high AOP microphones to record incredible sound that surpass audio recordings on conventional smartphones. With Studio Mode, users manually control sound with easy-to-use keys similar to ones found in video cameras and use Music Recorded to create high quality audio suitable for auditions by recording singing voices over existing music.

B&O Play H3 
Those who purchase the V20, for a limited time, will also receive a pair of B&O Play H3 Lightweight Earphones. These earphones are perfect for those who have not yet invested in nicer headphones - but still want a high quality, wired mobile audio experience.

Capture It All and More

Front/Rear Wide Angle Lens 
The wide angle capabilities of the front and rear cameras capture photos with an inclusive background, meaning users get more in the frame and leave nothing out. The 5MP front camera with a 120-degree lens expands the selfie experience to take bigger pictures with even more friends. The 8MP rear camera with its 135-degree lens is perfect for taking pictures in front of a gorgeous vista or inside a gigantic stadium. The large aperture standard angle lens captures sharp images at a maximum of 16MP with its 75-degree lens.

Auto Shot 
The Auto Shot Function on the front camera produces perfect selfies with its face detection feature, which triggers the shot when the subject is ready and smiling. There is no need to press the shutter button, which can increase camera shake and the likelihood of a blurred shot.

Hybrid Auto Focus 
The V20's Hybrid Auto Focus (HAF) helps the user zero in on that perfect shot with quick, accurate focus in nearly any setting. Fast and stable auto focus is delivered in any environment by integrating three AF mechanisms - Laser Detection AF, Phase Detection AF and Contrast AF - for both videos and photos. The V20 determines if LDAF or PDAF is best for a particular shot and then refines the focus with Contrast AF. Users can take full advantage of the V20 when capturing sharp images of friends or family in action, in various lighting conditions.

Gives You More of What You Love

Second Screen 
The popular Second Screen feature that was first introduced on the V10 has improved visibility features. With nearly double the brightness and 50 percent larger font size compared to the V10, the smaller display located above the main display allows users to easily view notifications and alerts in outdoor situations at a glance.

With the new Expandable Notifications feature, users can tap the "expand" button on the Second Screen to enlarge notifications to check long messages at a glance and quickly send a reply or share information without leaving the app they were using.

LG UX 5.0+ 
The LG V20 comes with the mobile user interface LG UX 5.0+ to make it easier to use the multimedia functions tailored to customer needs. The LG UX 5.0+ is an upgraded version of the LG UX 5.0 first introduced on the LG G5. It is also the world's first smartphone interface to run on Android 7.0 Nougat.

The LG V20 also features Multi-window to display two apps at once in a split screen allowing users to drag text, images, and files from one app to another. The combination of these advancements together with the 5.7-inch main IPS Quantum Display offers the best in multitasking capabilities.

In Apps 
The LG V20 is the world's first phone to showcase Google's In Apps. The new search mode featured in the Google app, helps users find content not only from built-in apps including contacts, emails, text messages and photos, but also from user-installed apps. It also enables users to discover recently accessed apps, people to get in touch with, messages to read or activity across apps without having to type a query.

Premium Design in a Durable Body

Premium Materials and Durability 
To achieve both a sophisticated look and solid durability, LG uses lightweight aluminum, together with a new silicon-based material. AL6013 metal, found in aircraft, sailboats and mountain bikes, was selected to cover the back of the phone due to its sturdy but light properties. The top and bottom of the phone are protected from damage by Silicone Polycarbonate (Si-PC). This innovative material, found in helmets, can reduce shocks by more than 20 percent compared to conventional materials.

The LG V20 has also passed the MIL-STD 810G Transit Drop Test for durability conducted by an independent laboratory that conforms to U.S. military standards.

"The LG V20 is designed to offer customers a more dynamic experience by building on the most popular video and audio features of the V series," said Juno Cho, president of LG Electronics and Mobile Communications Company. "With the LG V20, we are giving our customers more of everything they love and less of anything they don't need to set a new standard for premium smartphones."

The LG V20 will be available in Korea starting this month followed by other regions. Information regarding other markets and launch dates will be announced locally in the weeks to come.

Key Specifications:( 2)

    --  Chipset: Qualcomm(®) Snapdragon(TM) 820 Processor
    --  Display: Main 5.7-inch QHD IPS Quantum Display (2560 x 1440 / 513ppi) /
        Secondary IPS Quantum Display (160 x 1040 / 513ppi)
    --  Memory: 4GB LPDDR4 RAM / 64GB UFS ROM / microSD (up to 2TB)
    --  Camera: Front 5MP with F1.9 Aperture (Wide Angle) / Rear 16MP with F1.8
        Aperture OIS (Standard Angle) and 8MP with F2.4 Aperture (Wide Angle)
    --  Battery: 3200mAh (removable)
    --  Operating System: Android 7.0 Nougat
    --  Size: 159.7 x 78.1 x 7.6mm
    --  Weight: 174g
    --  Network: LTE-A 3 Band CA
    --  Connectivity: X12 LTE (up to 600 Mbps LTE Category 12 with 3x Carrier
        Aggregation) / Wi-Fi (802.11 a, b, g, n, ac) / USB Type-C / Bluetooth
        4.2 BLE / NFC
    --  Colors: Titan / Silver
    --  Others: Hi-Fi Video Recording / Steady Record 2.0 / HD Audio Recorder /
        Studio Mode / High AOP Mic / Second Screen / 32-bit Hi-Fi Quad DAC / In
        Apps / Finger Print Scanner / Qualcomm(®) Quick Charge(TM) 3.0
(2 )Specifications may vary depending on the particular market.

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Qualcomm Snapdragon and Qualcomm Quick Charge are products of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

About LG Electronics MobileComm U.S.A., Inc. 
LG Electronics MobileComm U.S.A. Inc. based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the U.S. sales subsidiary of LG Electronics, Inc. a global innovator and trend leader in the global mobile communications industry. LG is driving the evolution of mobile forward with its highly competitive core technologies in the areas of display, battery and camera optics and strategic partnerships with noted industry leaders. LG's consumer-centric products -- including the flagship premium G Series models -- incorporate unique, ergonomic designs and intuitive UX features that enhance the user experience. The company remains committed to leading consumers into the era of convergence, maximizing inter-device connectivity between smartphones, tablets and a wide range of home and portable electronics products. For more information, please visit http://www.LG.com.

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

LG Takes the Multimedia Mobile Experience to the Next Level with V20

Enhanced Features Include Steady Record 2.0, Front and Rear Wide Angle Cameras, Hi-Fi Quad DAC, Android Nougat OS

TORONTO, Sept. 6, 2016 /CNW/ - LG Electronics (LG) today unveiled the V20, the latest in its V series of smartphones, delivering the highest multimedia capabilities available in a mobile device. The V20 boasts new features including Steady Record 2.0, Hi-Fi Quad DAC, HD Audio Recorder and front and rear wide-angle lens cameras to deliver best-in-class performance. It is also the world's first smartphone to come preloaded with Android 7.0 Nougat OS and the new Google In Apps phone search function.

The LG V series is a premium flagship smartphone line designed to provide users with the best video and audio experience. LG looked at the customers of the V10 and examined what they wanted and needed and determined that the V20 should be developed with "storytellers" in mind - for anyone who has something to say, anyone who has an experience to share.

Delivering Share-worthy, Crisp, Clear Videos

Steady Record 2.0
The LG V20, powered by the Qualcomm(®) Snapdragon(TM) 820 processor with X12 LTE, introduces Steady Record 2.0, leveraging Qualcomm Technologies' electronic image stabilization (EIS) 3.0 to record sharper video footage while neutralizing shaky images. The gyro-based EIS improves sync accuracy between the image and the gyro by reducing sync latency to only 50 milliseconds. EIS is complemented by digital image stabilization (DIS) which further improves video quality in post-processing by adjusting objects across frames and minimizing distortion caused by rolling shutter for smoother action.

Hi-Fi Video Recording
LG V20 owners can record Hi-Fi videos and manually control the settings for perfect audio quality using options such as Low Cut Filter (LCF) that removes unwanted background noise and Limiter (LMT) that sets recording distance. The LCF reduces background noise while the LMT zeroes in on voices the user wants to record. The V20 also captures audio using 24-bit / 48 kHz Linear Pulse Code Modulation (LPCM), the same format used in professional video equipment.

The Purest Audio Experience

Hi-Fi Quad DAC
The V20 is the world's first smartphone to feature a 32-bit Hi-Fi Quad DAC, powered by ESS Technology, designers of high-performance audio products. Powered by ESS SABRE ES9218, the Quad DAC in the V20 delivers clearer sound by minimizing distortion and ambient noise by up to 50 percent. With 75-stage fine volume and L/R balance controls as well as support for lossless music formats including FLAC, DSD, AIFF and ALAC, the V20 delivers high-quality sound to any pair of earphones.

HD Audio Recorder
The HD Audio Recorder represents the next level of sound recording. This feature lets users capture studio quality audio with a wider dynamic frequency range using three high AOP microphones to record incredible sound that surpass audio recordings on conventional smartphones. With Studio Mode, manually control sound with easy-to-use keys similar to ones found in video cameras and use Music Recorded to create high quality audio suitable for auditions by recording singing voices over existing music.

B&O Play H3
Those who do purchase the V20, for a limited time, will also receive a pair of B&O Play H3 Lightweight Earphones. These earphones are perfect for those who have not yet invested in nicer headphones - but still want a high quality, wired mobile audio experience.

Capture It All and More

Front/Rear Wide Angle Lens
The wide angle capabilities of the front and rear cameras capture photos with an inclusive background, meaning users get more in the frame and leave nothing out. The 5MP front camera with a 120-degree lens expands the selfie experience to take bigger pictures with even more friends. The 8MP rear camera with its 135-degree lens is perfect for taking pictures in front of a gorgeous vista or inside a gigantic stadium. The large aperture standard angle lens captures sharp images at a maximum of 16MP with its 75-degree lens.

Auto Shot
The Auto Shot Function on the front camera produces perfect selfies with its face detection feature, which triggers the shot when the subject is ready and smiling. There is no need to press the shutter button, which usually increases camera shake and the likelihood of a blurred shot.

Hybrid Auto Focus
The V20's Hybrid Auto Focus (HAF) ensures a sharp picture every time. A fast and stable auto focus is delivered in any environment by integrating three AF mechanisms - Laser Detection AF, Phase Detection AF and Contrast AF - for both videos and photos. The V20 determines if LDAF or PDAF is best for a particular shot and then refines the focus with Contrast AF. Users can take full advantage of the V20 when capturing sharp images of friends or family in action, in any lighting conditions.

Gives You More of What You Love

Second Screen
The popular Second Screen feature that was first introduced on the V10 has improved in visibility. With double the brightness and 50 percent larger font size compared to the V10, the smaller display located above the main display allows users to easily view notifications and alerts in outdoor situations at a glance.

Now with the Expandable Notifications feature, users can tap a button on the Second Screen to enlarge notifications in order to check long messages at a glance and quickly send a reply or share information.

LG UX 5.0+
The LG V20 comes with the mobile user interface LG UX 5.0+ to make it easier to use the multimedia functions tailored to customer needs. The LG UX 5.0+ is an upgraded version of the LG UX 5.0 first introduced on the LG G5. It is also the world's first smartphone interface to run on Android 7.0 Nougat.

The LG V20 also features Multi-window to display two apps at once in a split screen allowing users to drag text, images, and files from one app to another. The combination of these advancements together with the 5.7-inch main IPS Quantum Display offers the best in multitasking capabilities.(1)

In Apps
The LG V20 is the world's first phone to showcase Google's In Apps. The new search mode featured in the Google app, helps users find content not only from built-in apps including contacts, emails, text messages and photos, but also from user-installed apps. It also enables users to discover recently accessed apps, people to get in touch with, messages to read or activity across apps without having to type a query.

Premium Design in a Durable Body

Premium Materials
To achieve both a sophisticated look and solid durability, LG uses lightweight aluminum, together with a new silicon-based material. AL6013 metal, found in aircraft, sailboats and mountain bikes, was selected to cover the back of the phone due to its sturdy but light properties. If dropped, the top and bottom of the phone are protected from damage by Silicone Polycarbonate (Si-PC). This innovative material, found in helmets, reduces shocks by more than 20 per cent compared to conventional materials.

Durability
The LG V20 has also passed the MIL-STD 810G Transit Drop Test for durability conducted by an independent laboratory that conforms to U.S. military standards. The test determined that the V20 could withstand shocks and still function when dropped repeatedly from a height of four feet and landing in various positions, including the front, back, sides and corners.

"The LG V20 is designed to offer customers a more dynamic experience by building on the most popular video and audio features of the V series," said Juno Cho, president of LG Electronics and Mobile Communications Company. "With the LG V20, we are giving our customers more of everything they love and less of anything they don't need to set a new standard for premium smartphones."

The LG V20 will be available in Korea starting this month followed by other regions. Information regarding other markets and launch dates will be announced locally in the weeks to come.

Key Specifications:( 2)

    --  Chipset: Qualcomm(®) Snapdragon(TM) 820 Processor
    --  Display: Main 5.7-inch QHD IPS Quantum Display (2560 x 1440 / 513ppi) /
        Secondary IPS Quantum Display (160 x 1040 / 513ppi)
    --  Memory: 4GB LPDDR4 RAM / 64GB UFS ROM / microSD (up to 2TB)
    --  Camera: Front 5MP with F1.9 Aperture (120° Wide Angle) / Rear 16MP with
        F1.8 Aperture OIS (Standard Angle) and 8MP with F2.4 Aperture (135°
        Wide Angle)
    --  ŸBattery: 3200mAh replaceable battery
    --  Operating System: Android 7.0 Nougat
    --  ŸSize: 159.7 x 78.1 x 7.7mm
    --  ŸWeight: 174g
    --  Network: LTE-A 3 Band CA
    --  ŸConnectivity: Wi-Fi (802.11 a, b, g, n, ac) / Bluetooth 4.2 BLE / NFC/
        USB 2.0 (3.0 compatible)
    --  ŸColours: Titan
    --  Others: Hi-Fi Video Recording / Steady Record 2.0 / HD Audio Recorder /
        Studio Mode / High AOP Mic / Second Screen / 32-bit Hi-Fi Quad DAC /
        Google In Apps / Finger Print Scanner / Qualcomm(®) Quick Charge(TM)
        3.0

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Qualcomm Snapdragon and Qualcomm Quick Charge are products of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

About LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company
LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company is a global leader and trend setter in the mobile and wearable industry with breakthrough technologies and innovative designs. By continually developing highly competitive core technologies in the areas of display, battery, camera optics and LTE technology, LG creates handsets and wearables that fit the lifestyles of a wide range of people all over the world. LG is seeking to provide a playful mobile experience that extends beyond the scope of traditional smartphones. For more information, please visit http://www.LG.com.

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iMobie Launches AnyTrans 5 - The Ultimate iPhone Manager with Blazing Flash-Sync Speed And Redesigned Interface

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- iMobie Inc., the leading provider of iOS utility software, today released the most advanced all-in-one iPhone manager AnyTrans 5, offering easy yet comprehensive tools to craft the best iPhone, iPad and iPod touch experience.

Redesigned with a minimalistic interface, the program creates a beautiful environment to further liven up its world-class organizing features. Beyond that, the update also dramatically enhances the data transfer speed, resulting in migrating hundreds of pictures and songs in only seconds. Additionally as the new iPhone 7 arrives, AnyTrans 5 also helps new-iPhone users to migrate their entire collections from old iPhone into their new one. 

"AnyTrans is developed for the most essential things you use with iPhone for everyday: music, pictures, media library, data transfer and so much more," said Frank Kong, CEO of iMobie. "Now we have further revamped AnyTrans 5 not only to perform the fastest sync speed far ahead of market, but also refine the interface and improve the performance in lots of aspects, which overall amounts to the most efficient and beautiful iPhone-manager."

Blazing Flash-Sync:
Upgraded with Flash-Sync, the cutting-edge technology applied for iPhone transfer, AnyTrans 5 now compresses the time required to export files significantly down to 1/5 of the last version. Now it needs only 24 seconds to transfer 10 complete music albums and 3.4 seconds with 100 images, which leaps past most rivals.

Download AnyTrans 5 directly from: https://www.imobie.com/anytrans/download.htm

Fresh Modern Interface:
With a simple yet lively design, AnyTrans 5 wraps up its heavy-weight organizing features in a light interface. With lively bubble buttons, it's easier and more intuitive than ever for users to transfer their playlists, sort photos, back-up data and manage all-important information. Besides, the added refreshing cut scenes also help cheer user's mind when they're waiting for a transfer process to complete, or dealing with myriads of iPhone data.

Connect All Devices and Files Resources:
AnyTrans not only builds a super-fast bridge across all users' devices including iPhone, iPad, iPod touch and computer. It also streamlines access to all files hidden beneath iTunes library, iTunes backup, iCloud and deep iOS. Therefore users can export, transfer and organize their iPhone content conveniently all in one place without any limit.

Pricing and Availability:
Users can download AnyTrans 5 for both Mac and Windows from:
https://www.imobie.com/anytrans/download.htm

iMobie is currently offering promotion on AnyTrans 5 that will last until September 12: Personal license is discounted at half-price while Family License $20 off. Learn more: https://www.imobie.com/anytrans/

Notes to Editors:
To facilitate your review and writing, iMobie has prepared a comprehensive media page with detailed introduction of AnyTrans 5 and hi-def graphics you may need: https://www.imobie.com/anytrans/resource.htm

About iMobie Inc.:
iMobie Inc. was established in 2011, and located in Tianfu Software Park (China), a place gathering a great many talented software engineers. More information: https://www.imobie.com/

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AC/DC Launches at Stern Pinball Arcade on Oculus

World's Leading Pinball Producer Brings Rock 'n Roll Pinball Favorite to Virtual Reality

ELK GROVE VILLAGE, Ill., Sept. 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Stern Pinball, Inc., the world's oldest and largest producer of arcade-quality pinball machines, proudly announced today the addition of AC/DC to The Stern Pinball Arcade, available on Oculus Gear VR. The newest game honors one of the most iconic rock and roll bands the world has ever seen, allowing players to virtually rock out to their favorite classic hits.

With the virtual reality (VR) version of The Stern Pinball Arcade, players will be able to experience rock and roll like never before, while providing a fun, immersive pinball experience. Based on digital recreations of ever-popular Stern Pinball titles, additional titles available in the Stern Pinball Arcade include Star Trek, Ripley's Believe It Or Not, Starship Troopers and Mary Shelley's Frankenstein and now with the release of AC/DC, the virtual arcade is ready to rock.

"The combination of rock and pinball can't go wrong," said Gary Stern, Chairman and CEO of Stern Pinball, Inc. "With the introduction of the virtual reality version of AC/DC pinball, we've put an innovative and interactive spin on our much beloved pinball game while playing tribute to one of rock and roll's most influential and memorable bands."

The Stern Pinball Arcade was developed in partnership with Oculus and FarSight Studios, the maker of The Pinball Arcade. The Pinball Arcade has been downloaded over 20 million times across mobile platforms, PC and consoles.

Pricing and Availability:
The Stern Pinball Arcade is free to download in the Oculus store and comes with Mary Shelley's Frankenstein.

AC/DC Release: $9.99

The Stern Pinball Arcade will also be released on more platforms this fall including; Oculus Rift, PS4, Xbox One, Wii-U, Steam (PC/MAC), iOS and Android.

About Stern Pinball, Inc.:
Stern Pinball, Inc., headquartered just outside Chicago, Illinois, is the oldest and largest producer of arcade-quality pinball games in the world. Stern's highly talented creative and technical teams design, engineer and manufacture a full line of popular pinball games, merchandise and accessories. Recent Stern titles include Ghostbusters, Spider-Man Vault, Game of Thrones, KISS, WWE WrestleMania, The Walking Dead, Mustang, Star Trek, Metallica, The Avengers, X-Men, AC/DC, Tron, Transformers, Avatar, Iron Man, Batman, and many more! All of Stern's pinball games are crafted by hand and assembled by Stern's expert team. A broad range of players enjoy Stern's games from professional pinball players that compete in high-stakes international competitions around the globe to novice players who are discovering the allure of the silver ball for the first time. To join the fun and learn more, please visit http://www.sternpinball.com.

About FarSight Studios:
Based in Big Bear Lake, California, FarSight Studios has been developing videogames since 1989. Among their titles are multimillion unit selling NFL football games, casual mass-market games, kid friendly sports games, and plug- and-play toys. They have made games for every major console from the original NES to the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Virtual Reality devices. FarSight's games have been honoured as Mobile Game of the Year, Greatest Hits, Toy of the Year nominee, and Editor's Choice on multiple platforms.

About Oculus:
Oculus wants to make it possible to experience anything, anywhere, through the power of virtual reality (VR) technology. The company's first product, the Oculus Rift Development Kit was released in 2013. The final consumer Rift experience launched March 28. Rift is a head-mounted display for PC-based immersive virtual reality experiences. Whether you're stepping into your favorite game, watching a VR movie, jumping to an exotic destination, or just spending time with friends in VR, you'll feel like you're really there. Oculus' first mobile product, Samsung Gear VR powered by Oculus, leverages Samsung smartphones to deliver the best mobile VR experience available today.

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SureFire Launches All-New FirePak(TM) Smartphone Video Illuminator

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Sept. 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- SureFire, LLC, manufacturer of the world's most innovative illumination tools, is officially launching its exciting new FirePak. FirePak is the world's finest smartphone illumination tool, and it generates up to a staggering 1500 lumens of smooth, white light.

This unique professional-grade tool gives users the ability to shoot high-quality HD video in low-light environments, something never before possible. Integrated rails on the FirePak facilitate easy attachment to the SureFire phone case which protects the phone and serves as a quick-attach mounting platform.

FirePak's multiple output levels can be activated manually, or the unit can be easily activated via its Bluetooth app for seamless filming and photography. The FirePak can also be used as a portable handheld light adding to its wide range of capabilities. This extremely versatile illumination tool can even be used to recharge the battery of a smartphone or other electronic device via its USB port.  Check out a video of what the FirePak can do at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GMZ-daWLisk and capture the moment for yourself.

To experience the new FirePak, be sure to visit SureFire's booth #956 at the 2016 CTIA Super Mobility show in Las Vegas, NV.  Learn more at our virtual press office: SureFire Press Kit

About SureFire --Located in Fountain Valley, California, SureFire, LLC is the leading manufacturer of high-performance flashlights, WristLights, headlamps, weapon-mounted lights, and other innovative illumination tools, such as the all-new FirePak. The brand of choice of hardcore outdoor enthusiasts, extreme users, and those who go in harm's way, SureFire illumination tools are used by more SWAT teams and elite special operations forces than any other brand. SureFire is an ISO 9001:2008-certified company.

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Canon And Virtual Imaging Reduce Common Grid-Related Artifacts And Misalignment Errors

New Optional Scatter Correction Feature of CXDI Control Software NE Eliminates the Need to Use An Anti-Scatter Grid During Certain Types of X-ray Examinations

MELVILLE, N.Y., Sept. 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Grid misalignments and grid-related artifacts may result in repeat exposures, which can lengthen exam times and decrease productivity. Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, and Virtual Imaging, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Canon U.S.A., Inc., have announced a new optional "grid-free" imaging feature of CXDI Control Software NE. Eliminating the need to use an anti-scatter grid during certain types of X-ray examinations, this Scatter Control feature can help provide several key benefits for both healthcare professionals and their patients as compared to imaging with the grid, including increased productivity and patient comfort, all without compromising image quality.

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Productivity and Patient Comfort
The Scatter Correction feature eliminates the need to use an anti-scatter grid during certain types of X-ray examinations, which streamlines workflow for technologists and makes positioning more comfortable for patients, as compared to using the detector with a grid. Eliminating the need to align the grid can help shorten exam times and increase productivity.

Image Quality
Included as an option with CXDI Control Software NE, the Scatter Correction feature improves the contrast of images taken without a grid to a level similar to images taken with a grid. Where a grid physically reduces scatter and thereby improves the contrast, the software emulates this process. The result is an image with scatter and contrast similar to results achieved when taking the same image with the same CXDI detector and a grid, but with the benefit of not having to use a grid.

"Providing the ease of use and outstanding image quality customers have come to expect from Canon, this new optional feature can help healthcare professionals say goodbye to grid misalignments," said Tsuneo Imai, vice president and general manager, Healthcare Solutions Division, Business Imaging Systems Group, Canon U.S.A., Inc. and president, Virtual Imaging, Inc. "As compared to imaging with the grid, grid-free imaging means eliminating the need to align the grid,  as well as more comfortable positioning for the patient, making this new Scatter Correction feature a real win-win for technologists and patients alike."

For more information about radiology solutions from Virtual Imaging and Canon, visit usa.canon.com/dr.

About Virtual Imaging, Inc.
Virtual Imaging, Inc., a Canon company, combines unmatched experience, extensive resources and broad business functions. Virtual Imaging collaborates with large complex hospitals, imaging centers, private physician offices and government organizations to support them in becoming efficient, high-performance healthcare providers and professionals with the latest in digital radiography technology. We assist in the forward advancement of our clients, from strategic planning to day-to-day operations, with our commitment to providing products and services for diagnostic equipment, imaging solutions, and digital flat panel technology. In addition to healthcare organizations, Virtual Imaging also provides solutions to the U.S. veterinary sector and to the security industry - a field deployable radiography system for military use and a full-body security screening system to help address the security needs of jails, prisons and other high security environments.

About Canon U.S.A., Inc.
Canon U.S.A., Inc., is a leading provider of consumer, business-to-business, and industrial digital imaging solutions to the United States and to Latin America and the Caribbean (excluding Mexico) markets. With approximately $31 billion in global revenue, its parent company, Canon Inc. (NYSE:CAJ), ranks third overall in U.S. patents granted in 2015** and is one of Fortune Magazine's World's Most Admired Companies in 2016. Canon U.S.A. is committed to the highest level of customer satisfaction and loyalty, providing 100 percent U.S.-based consumer service and support for all of the products it distributes. Canon U.S.A. is dedicated to its Kyosei philosophy of social and environmental responsibility. In 2014, the Canon Americas Headquarters secured LEED® Gold certification, a recognition for the design, construction, operations and maintenance of high-performance green buildings. To keep apprised of the latest news from Canon U.S.A., sign up for the Company's RSS news feed by visiting http://www.usa.canon.com/rss and follow us on Twitter @CanonUSA. For media inquiries, please contact pr@cusa.canon.com.

** Based on weekly patent counts issued by United States Patent and Trademark Office.

Availability and specifications subject to change without notice.

All referenced product names, and other marks, are trademarks of their respective owners.

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Lifestone: The World's Most Intelligent, All-in-one Health Tracker

XIAMEN, China, Sept. 6, 2016 /CNW/ -- Nowadays fitness trackers are everywhere. However, most people do not only want to count the calorie or the steps, but also want to know more about their health. Lifestone, a Boston based wellness startup, has created a revolutionary, portable, health tracking device designed to measure your vital signs like body temperature, blood pressure (with a patented removable cuff), oximetry, ECG/EKG, respiration rate, heart rate and features an add-on stethoscope to hear and record heart & lung sounds efficiently and accurately.

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After 2 years of R&D, Lifestone's develop team finally unveiled the product. The Lifestone is a revolutionary pocket sized health tracking device that can measure and track your well being in seconds. It does all of this while maintaining a form factor that can easily fit into a pocket. The versatility of the Lifestone allows people to share their personal health data such as daily BP to their loved ones, or send in-app messages with ECG and other measurements to their doctor without stepping out of home.

Unlike other Tricorders recording estimated BP by scanning your skin, the Lifestone measures the real physical blood pressure with an innovative and easy to use detachable cuff and a built-in micro air pump. Now, with the optional gadget called the "Stethostone", you can listen, record, and share the internal sounds of an animal or human body at ease, like hearing your baby's heartbeat. You can go to Kickstarter to visit Lifestone's online campaign for detailed features.

The Lifestone is the premier device. The vision is to use the metadata collected from users all over the world to better serve them by giving precise health recommendations, and make remote diagnosing possible. It is claimed that the Lifestone team will provide SDK so that the device can be integrated with other app and health platform.

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CONTACT: Sheen Xie, +01-857-2656740, sheen@lifestone.tech

Web Site: http://www.lifestone.tech

Socionext Introduces High Image Quality, H.264 Full-HD Multi-Channel Codec

--- Offers Optimum Solutions to the Growing Market of Video Transmission Equipment ---

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Sept. 6, 2016 /CNW/ -- Socionext America Inc., an emerging leader in advanced SoC technology for video and imaging systems, today announced the release of SC2M15, a new codec IC designed for video transmission equipment. The device can process decoding, transcoding and encoding of H.264/HVC video and audio signals with a single chip, and is suitable for applications including digital broadcasting and video streaming through Internet Protocol among others. Socionext will start volume shipments of the SC2M15 at the end of September.

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Click for an image of the SC2M15 codec

In addition to the conventional digital broadcasting, new applications such as video distribution through Internet Protocol (IP), infrastructure surveillance and medical imaging are driving the expansion of the video transmission equipment market. Requirements for these kinds of equipment include higher stability and lower overall system cost. To keep pace with such needs, the transition is underway from software-based to hardware-based architectures. Socionext's new codec IC meets those challenges, providing essential functions such as transcoding of multiple video streams and high image quality encoding at low bit rates.

Developed based on the company's long-time experience on signal processing technology, the SC2M15 is equipped with all the necessary and sufficient functions for video transmission, which includes simultaneous transcoding of three channels of H.264 / full-HD video and audio, high image quality encoding at a low bit rate such as 1080i60 and 2Mbps. In addition, the SC2M15 is designed as a slave-type device, meaning it can be controlled by external CPU through serial interface, giving users the freedom to design various equipment for wide range of applications including digital broadcasting, security systems, and medical imaging, as well as video capture and in-house video communication systems.

Socionext aims to be the world's leading solution provider in the video transmission equipment market, by offering advanced codec products like SC2M15 and related services.

Main specifications of SC2M15 include the following:

    Video                Encoding         H.264 4:2:0 8bit (up to
                                          1080p60, 1080i60)

                         Decoding         Multiple channel operation:
                                          one input to three output

                         Transcoding      H.264 4:2:0 8bit (up to
                                          1080p60, 1080i60)

                                           MPEG2 4:2:0 8bit (up to
                                          1080p60)

                                       MPEG2 to H.264,

                                       H.264 to H.264

                                        Multiple channel operation:
                                          maximum 1080i60 x 3 channels

    Audio                Encoding         MPEG-2 AAC, HE-AAC and MPEG-
                                          1 Audio Layer 2

                         Transcoding      MPEG-2 AAC, HE-AAC and MPEG-
                                          1 Audio Layer 2

                         Pass Through*    MPEG-2 AAC, HE-AAC and MPEG-
                                          1 Audio Layer 2, AC3

    Image Pre-Processing               Scaling

                                       OSD overlay*

                                       De-interlacing

    Interface

                         Control         UART x 1ch

                         Stream           TS-Serial Input x 2ch, Output
                                          x 2ch, Ethernet MAC (RGMII) x
                                          1ch

                         Peripheral       USB Storage (2.0 x 1ch, 3.0 x
                                          1ch)

                         Audio/Video

                                        I2S Input x 1ch, I2S Output x
                                          1ch,

                                        Video Parallel Input
                                          (YCbCr422) x 1ch,

                                        Video Parallel Output
                                          (YCbCr422) x 1ch,

                                       HDMI-Tx  x 1ch

    System

                         Memory          (16bit x 2) DDR3 1600Mbps x 2

                         Boot Device     NAND Flash ROM

                         Package          FC-BGA (35mm x 35mm, 1.0mm-
                                          pin pitch)

                         * Optional
Click here for more information on Socionext video processing Codecs
http://us.socionext.com/products/video-processing-encoders

About Socionext Inc.

Socionext is a new, innovative enterprise that designs, develops and delivers System-on-Chip products to customers worldwide. The company is focused on imaging, networking, computing and other dynamic technologies that drive today's leading-edge applications. Founded in 2015, Socionext Inc. is headquartered in Yokohama, and has offices in Japan, Asia, United States and Europe to lead its product development and sales activities. For more information, visit us.socionext.com.

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

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

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CONTACT: Sherry Chen, Socionext America Inc., 1-408-737-5654, sna_pr@us.socionext.com; Dick Davies, IPRA, 1-415-652-7515, ipra@mindspring.com

Web Site: http://us.socionext.com

Socionext Introduces High Image Quality, H.264 Full-HD Multi-Channel Codec

--- Offers Optimum Solutions to the Growing Market of Video Transmission Equipment ---

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Sept. 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Socionext America Inc., an emerging leader in advanced SoC technology for video and imaging systems, today announced the release of SC2M15, a new codec IC designed for video transmission equipment. The device can process decoding, transcoding and encoding of H.264/HVC video and audio signals with a single chip, and is suitable for applications including digital broadcasting and video streaming through Internet Protocol among others. Socionext will start volume shipments of the SC2M15 at the end of September.

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Click for an image of the SC2M15 codec

In addition to the conventional digital broadcasting, new applications such as video distribution through Internet Protocol (IP), infrastructure surveillance and medical imaging are driving the expansion of the video transmission equipment market. Requirements for these kinds of equipment include higher stability and lower overall system cost. To keep pace with such needs, the transition is underway from software-based to hardware-based architectures. Socionext's new codec IC meets those challenges, providing essential functions such as transcoding of multiple video streams and high image quality encoding at low bit rates.

Developed based on the company's long-time experience on signal processing technology, the SC2M15 is equipped with all the necessary and sufficient functions for video transmission, which includes simultaneous transcoding of three channels of H.264 / full-HD video and audio, high image quality encoding at a low bit rate such as 1080i60 and 2Mbps. In addition, the SC2M15 is designed as a slave-type device, meaning it can be controlled by external CPU through serial interface, giving users the freedom to design various equipment for wide range of applications including digital broadcasting, security systems, and medical imaging, as well as video capture and in-house video communication systems.

Socionext aims to be the world's leading solution provider in the video transmission equipment market, by offering advanced codec products like SC2M15 and related services.

Main specifications of SC2M15 include the following:

    Video                Encoding         H.264 4:2:0 8bit (up to
                                          1080p60, 1080i60)

                         Decoding         Multiple channel operation:
                                          one input to three output

                         Transcoding      H.264 4:2:0 8bit (up to
                                          1080p60, 1080i60)

                                           MPEG2 4:2:0 8bit (up to
                                          1080p60)

                                       MPEG2 to H.264,

                                       H.264 to H.264

                                        Multiple channel operation:
                                          maximum 1080i60 x 3 channels

    Audio                Encoding         MPEG-2 AAC, HE-AAC and MPEG-
                                          1 Audio Layer 2

                         Transcoding      MPEG-2 AAC, HE-AAC and MPEG-
                                          1 Audio Layer 2

                         Pass Through*    MPEG-2 AAC, HE-AAC and MPEG-
                                          1 Audio Layer 2, AC3

    Image Pre-Processing               Scaling

                                       OSD overlay*

                                       De-interlacing

    Interface

                         Control         UART x 1ch

                         Stream           TS-Serial Input x 2ch, Output
                                          x 2ch, Ethernet MAC (RGMII) x
                                          1ch

                         Peripheral       USB Storage (2.0 x 1ch, 3.0 x
                                          1ch)

                         Audio/Video

                                        I2S Input x 1ch, I2S Output x
                                          1ch,

                                        Video Parallel Input
                                          (YCbCr422) x 1ch,

                                        Video Parallel Output
                                          (YCbCr422) x 1ch,

                                       HDMI-Tx  x 1ch

    System

                         Memory          (16bit x 2) DDR3 1600Mbps x 2

                         Boot Device     NAND Flash ROM

                         Package          FC-BGA (35mm x 35mm, 1.0mm-
                                          pin pitch)

                         * Optional
Click here for more information on Socionext video processing Codecs
http://us.socionext.com/products/video-processing-encoders

About Socionext Inc.

Socionext is a new, innovative enterprise that designs, develops and delivers System-on-Chip products to customers worldwide. The company is focused on imaging, networking, computing and other dynamic technologies that drive today's leading-edge applications. Founded in 2015, Socionext Inc. is headquartered in Yokohama, and has offices in Japan, Asia, United States and Europe to lead its product development and sales activities. For more information, visit us.socionext.com.

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

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

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CONTACT: Sherry Chen, Socionext America Inc., 1-408-737-5654, sna_pr@us.socionext.com; Dick Davies, IPRA, 1-415-652-7515, ipra@mindspring.com

Web Site: http://us.socionext.com

Interactive Media Company "Variable State" Releases "Virginia" Trailer

VARIABLE STATE OFFERS FIRST LOOK AT "VIRGINIA", THE GENRE-BENDING ANIMATED FILM YOU PARTICIPATE IN

https://youtu.be/7kAYh4MJFc8

LONDON, Sept. 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Variable State, the entertainment production company that is pioneering a new kind of interactive storytelling, revealed today the first look at VIRGINIA, their new animated picture where the audience plays the main character.

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Directed by Jonathan Burroughs and Terry Kenny, veteran creatives from the interactive entertainment industry and former developers with DeepMind, VIRGINIA allows viewers to immerse themselves in a startling mystery thriller, experienced entirely through the eyes of the protagonist.

"Virginia is a reflection of the diverse art that has inspired me, ranging from the timeless animation of Glen Keane to the enigmatic storytelling of David Lynch. It's a sumptuous animated drama, with a technological twist. And it challenges storytelling conventions by granting the viewer direct control over the story," said Jonathan Burroughs.

VIRGINIA is an enigmatic thriller; a kooky FBI noir in which graduate FBI agent Anne Tarver must solve the riddle of the disappearance of Lucas Fairfax, a young boy and resident of Kingdom - a small town with a secret. Presented in a stark, pared-back, digital style, and steeped in the imagery of its titular setting, VIRGINIA transcends the limitations of traditional motion pictures by inviting the audience to participate in events as they unfold.

"It would be a delight for Virginia to be mentioned in the same breath as genre greats like Twin Peaks and the recent Stranger Things. We hope viewers find it to be a captivating story that, through technology, is original in both the tale and the telling." said Jonathan Burroughs.

VIRGINIA releases on September 22nd on demand for the leading home entertainment platforms, including Steam, a leader in digital entertainment with over 125 million users.

To post the VIRGINIA trailer, please use embed code:

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About Variable State:

Variable State (variablestate.com) is a media production company that is pioneering a new kind of interactive storytelling. Capable of producing entertainment products for both the home and mobile markets, Variable State is poised to deliver highly immersive original storytelling that captivates and surprises. The company is based in London, UK and Dublin, Ireland.

VariableState.com
twitter.com/VariableState
facebook.com/VariableStateLtd

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CONTACT: Jonathan Burroughs / Terry Kenny, Variable State, jonathan@variablestate.com / terry@variablestate.com, +447429469309

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

MultiTech Debuts IoT SocketModem Cell for 4G-LTE Cat 1

New Variant of Top-Selling End Platform Modem Ideally Suited for Long Lifetime, Lower Bandwidth IoT Applications

LAS VEGAS, Sept. 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. a leading global manufacturer of M2M and IoT devices, today announced a 4G-LTE Cat 1 version of its award winning SocketModem® Cell, the industry's top-selling operator certified, embedded, end platform modem. The new device offers peak upload data rates of up to 5 Mbps and download data rates of up to 10 Mbp and is ideally suited for long lifetime IoT applications that require lower data rates (2G replacement) as well as and battery- or solar-operated devices.

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"OmniMetrix has used MultiTech cellular devices (2G, 3G, and LTE) for more than a decade, with great success," said Harold Jarrett, Vice President and CTO, OmniMetrix LLC.  "The new Cat 1 SocketModem allows us easy migration at a cost lower than building our own module."

The new LTE Cat 1 device will be available for connectivity to Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile as well as Canadian operators. Shipping in volume November 2016, samples are available now for qualified customer projects. The SocketModem Cell is a complete, ready-to-integrate, high availability embedded device offering 4G-LTE, 3G-HSPA+, , Wi-Fi, GSM, CDMA and now LTE Cat 1 functionality. These quick-to-market communications devices allow developers to add wireless communication to products with high reuse of hardware footprint, software integration and certifications, thereby minimizing development time and expense. The SocketModem Cell modems are based on industry-standard open interfaces and use MultiTech's Universal Socket design.

"Users of the new LTE Cat 1 device will benefit from a lower cost, competitive with 2G GPRS or 1xRTT devices, as well as reduced power consumption when compared to earlier LTE devices designed for broadband data speeds," said Daniel Quant, VP of Product Management at MultiTech. "We will continue to support and innovate solutions that support emerging cellular industry standards providing our customers with a wide range of options for their varied communications requirements."

KEY BENEFITS of MultiTech's Award Winning SocketModem include:

    --  Interchangeable communications devices
    --  Carrier-approved as an end device (customers do not have to go back and
        re-certify their device like they do when integrating a cellular module)
    --  Quick-to-market
    --  Easy migration to future networks
About MultiTech

MultiTech designs, develops and manufactures communications equipment for the industrial internet of things - connecting physical assets to business processes to deliver enhanced value. Our commitment to quality and service excellence means you can count on MultiTech products and people to address your needs, while our history of innovation ensures you can stay ahead of the latest technology with a partner who will be there for the life of your solution. For more information, please visit http://www.multitech.com.

MultiTech Press Contact:

Jennifer Costello, MG Communications

Tel: 781-715-4870

Email: jennifer@mgresults.com

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

MultiTech Debuts IoT SocketModem Cell for 4G-LTE Cat 1

New Variant of Top-Selling End Platform Modem Ideally Suited for Long Lifetime, Lower Bandwidth IoT Applications

LAS VEGAS, Sept. 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. a leading global manufacturer of M2M and IoT devices, today announced a 4G-LTE Cat 1 version of its award winning SocketModem® Cell, the industry's top-selling operator certified, embedded, end platform modem. The new device offers peak upload data rates of up to 5 Mbps and download data rates of up to 10 Mbp and is ideally suited for long lifetime IoT applications that require lower data rates (2G replacement) as well as and battery- or solar-operated devices.

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"OmniMetrix has used MultiTech cellular devices (2G, 3G, and LTE) for more than a decade, with great success," said Harold Jarrett, Vice President and CTO, OmniMetrix LLC.  "The new Cat 1 SocketModem allows us easy migration at a cost lower than building our own module."

The new LTE Cat 1 device will be available for connectivity to Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile as well as Canadian operators. Shipping in volume November 2016, samples are available now for qualified customer projects. The SocketModem Cell is a complete, ready-to-integrate, high availability embedded device offering 4G-LTE, 3G-HSPA+, , Wi-Fi, GSM, CDMA and now LTE Cat 1 functionality. These quick-to-market communications devices allow developers to add wireless communication to products with high reuse of hardware footprint, software integration and certifications, thereby minimizing development time and expense. The SocketModem Cell modems are based on industry-standard open interfaces and use MultiTech's Universal Socket design.

"Users of the new LTE Cat 1 device will benefit from a lower cost, competitive with 2G GPRS or 1xRTT devices, as well as reduced power consumption when compared to earlier LTE devices designed for broadband data speeds," said Daniel Quant, VP of Product Management at MultiTech. "We will continue to support and innovate solutions that support emerging cellular industry standards providing our customers with a wide range of options for their varied communications requirements."

KEY BENEFITS of MultiTech's Award Winning SocketModem include:

    --  Interchangeable communications devices
    --  Carrier-approved as an end device (customers do not have to go back and
        re-certify their device like they do when integrating a cellular module)
    --  Quick-to-market
    --  Easy migration to future networks
About MultiTech

MultiTech designs, develops and manufactures communications equipment for the industrial internet of things - connecting physical assets to business processes to deliver enhanced value. Our commitment to quality and service excellence means you can count on MultiTech products and people to address your needs, while our history of innovation ensures you can stay ahead of the latest technology with a partner who will be there for the life of your solution. For more information, please visit http://www.multitech.com.

MultiTech Press Contact:

Jennifer Costello, MG Communications

Tel: 781-715-4870

Email: jennifer@mgresults.com

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Lifestone: The World's Most Intelligent, All-in-one Health Tracker

XIAMEN, China, Sept. 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Nowadays fitness trackers are everywhere. However, most people do not only want to count the calorie or the steps, but also want to know more about their health. Lifestone, a Boston based wellness startup, has created a revolutionary, portable, health tracking device designed to measure your vital signs like body temperature, blood pressure (with a patented removable cuff), oximetry, ECG/EKG, respiration rate, heart rate and features an add-on stethoscope to hear and record heart & lung sounds efficiently and accurately.

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After 2 years of R&D, Lifestone's develop team finally unveiled the product. The Lifestone is a revolutionary pocket sized health tracking device that can measure and track your well being in seconds. It does all of this while maintaining a form factor that can easily fit into a pocket. The versatility of the Lifestone allows people to share their personal health data such as daily BP to their loved ones, or send in-app messages with ECG and other measurements to their doctor without stepping out of home.

Unlike other Tricorders recording estimated BP by scanning your skin, the Lifestone measures the real physical blood pressure with an innovative and easy to use detachable cuff and a built-in micro air pump. Now, with the optional gadget called the "Stethostone", you can listen, record, and share the internal sounds of an animal or human body at ease, like hearing your baby's heartbeat. You can go to Kickstarter to visit Lifestone's online campaign for detailed features.

The Lifestone is the premier device. The vision is to use the metadata collected from users all over the world to better serve them by giving precise health recommendations, and make remote diagnosing possible. It is claimed that the Lifestone team will provide SDK so that the device can be integrated with other app and health platform.

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CONTACT: Sheen Xie, +01-857-2656740, sheen@lifestone.tech

Web Site: http://www.lifestone.tech

Datumate Unveils DatuFly(TM), A Professional Imagery App for Drones

Surveying, construction and infrastructure mapping made fast, easy and safe

YOQNEAM, Israel, Sept. 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Datumate, a market leader of automated "Field-to-Plan" solutions that save costly field and office time, is pleased to announce  a new tablet app for effortless drone flight planning and automated, high resolution photo-shooting. DatuFly(TM) app saves up to 80% of field surveying time and eliminates follow-up site visits.

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"DatuFly(TM) automates the entire field surveying process, while keeping field work simple and safe," says Tal Meirzon, Datumate CEO. "Ease of use and survey grade results makes DatuFly(TM) a valuable tool for any surveyor and drone operator. The bundle of Drone, DatuFly(TM) app and DatuGram(TM)3D photogrammetry software forms the ideal site surveying solution for professional results."

Friendly, wizard type, user interface makes it super easy to select job type and the required outputs to achieve best results.  Area of interest is instantly marked on the map, including complex polygons, and the drone is ready for launch.  Flight and aerial photography, vertical or oblique, are entirely automatic and optimized per job type, such as topography, stockpiles, roads etc. Mission progress is constantly monitored on the tablet screen, including flight time, distance, way points and the required number of batteries.  Once battery is exhausted, the drone automatically returns for a battery exchange and resumes flight and photo-shooting from where it left off.

DatuFly(TM) image-taking plan is executed based on the best practice requirements of DatuGram(TM)3D, Datumate's comprehensive field-to-plan software that automates surveyors' field and office work, ensuring survey grade  accuracy, high quality and quick results.

DatuFly(TM) is compatible with DJI Drones and is currently available on AppStore for iPads followed by an Android app in the GooglePlay by October 2016.

About Datumate

Datumate is transforming the civil engineering, construction and architectural spaces by automating the entire field-to-plan process, using image-processing and drone technologies. Datumate solutions dramatically reduce the amount of time surveying crews spend in the field, while maintaining professional, survey grade accuracy and substantially reducing risks.

Datumate's intuitive, simple and automated solutions increase productivity by saving field and office time for surveying projects of roads, intersections, stockpile volumes, topography, piping, industrial facilities, bridges, property surveys, building facades, and more.

Datumate is headquartered in Yoqneam, Israel with offices in the United States.

For more information, please visit http://www.datumate.com

Contact information:
Itay Segev
pr@datumate.com
+972-(73)-705-7070

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Verizon Wireless Certifies Altair's Chipsets for Voice Over LTE (VoLTE)

VoLTE certification enables toll quality voice services to be delivered over Verizon's nationwide network

HOD HASHARON, Israel, September 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    Altair Semiconductor [http://www.altair-semi.com ] , a leading provider of LTE
chipsets, today announced that its FourGee-3800 Cat-4 chipset has been VoLTE-certified by
Verizon. The move expands on the previous Verizon's device certification of Altair's Cat-1
and Cat-4 LTE chipsets.

    "This certification is an important milestone as it facilitates migration from legacy
2G/3G voice services to 4G," said Eran Eshed, Co-Founder and VP of Worldwide Sales and
Marketing at Altair. "The flexibility and cost-efficiency that VoLTE services offer for
the consumer and enterprise markets are valuable for customer migration and acquisition."

    "We are pleased to see cost-efficient voice-enabled LTE solutions such as Altair's
FourGee-3800 come to market," said Chris Schmidt, Executive Director of Device Technology
at Verizon. "This expands the portfolio of chipset and module solutions available for
customers to connect to Verizon, the nation's largest and most reliable LTE network. With
certified chipsets and modules, product developers can commercialize products faster and
benefit from quicker certification times and lower overall cost."

    Altair's FourGee-3800 powers millions of devices worldwide. It includes a
high-performance, voice-optimized media processing subsystem running HD voice and on-chip
IMS signaling. The chip supports advanced calling features such as conference calling,
call waiting, and call forwarding.

    About Altair Semiconductor 

    Altair Semiconductor is a leading provider of single-mode LTE chipsets. Altair's
portfolio covers the complete spectrum of cellular 4G market needs, from supercharged
video-centric applications all the way to ultra-low power, low cost IoT and M2M. Altair
has shipped millions of LTE chipsets to date, commercially deployed on the world's most
advanced LTE networks including Verizon Wireless, AT&T and Softbank. The company's
customer roster includes some of the world's leading OEMs and ODMs, such as
Hewlett-Packard, ASUS and D-Link, as well as the majority of Asian ODMs developing LTE
products for global markets. For more information, visit
http://www.altair-semi.com. Follow Altair on Twitter: @AltairSemi
[http://twitter.com/AltairSemi ]

       
         
        Media/Analyst Contact: 

         
        Finn Partners Israel for Altair Semiconductor 
        Glenn Jasper 
        goel.jasper@finnpartners.com 
        @goeljasper  
        +1-929-222-8002 

     

Altair Semiconductor

Datumate Unveils DatuFly(TM), A Professional Imagery App for Drones

YOQNEAM, Israel, September 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

        Surveying, construction and infrastructure mapping made fast, easy and safe  

    Datumate [http://www.datumate.com ], a market leader of automated "Field-to-Plan"
solutions that save costly field and office time, is pleased to announce a new tablet app
for effortless drone flight planning and automated, high resolution photo-shooting.
DatuFly(TM) [http://www.datumate.com/datufly ] app saves up to 80% of field surveying time
and eliminates follow-up site visits.

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    "DatuFly(TM) automates the entire field surveying process, while keeping field work
simple and safe," says Tal Meirzon, Datumate CEO. "Ease of use and survey grade results
makes DatuFly(TM) a valuable tool for any surveyor and drone operator. The bundle of Drone,
DatuFly(TM) app and DatuGram(TM)3D photogrammetry software forms the ideal site surveying
solution for professional results."

    Friendly, wizard type, user interface makes it super easy to select job type and the
required outputs to achieve best results.  Area of interest is instantly marked on the map,
including complex polygons, and the drone is ready for launch.  Flight and aerial
photography, vertical or oblique, are entirely automatic and optimized per job type, such
as topography, stockpiles, roads etc. Mission progress is constantly monitored on the
tablet screen, including flight time, distance, way points and the required number of
batteries.  Once battery is exhausted, the drone automatically returns for a battery
exchange and resumes flight and photo-shooting from where it left off.

    DatuFly(TM) image-taking plan is executed based on the best practice requirements of
DatuGram(TM)3D, Datumate's comprehensive field-to-plan software that automates surveyors'
field and office work, ensuring survey grade accuracy, high quality and quick results.

    DatuFly(TM) is compatible with DJI Drones and is currently available on AppStore for
iPads followed by an Android app in the GooglePlay by October 2016.

    About Datumate 

    Datumate is transforming the civil engineering, construction and architectural spaces
by automating the entire field-to-plan process, using image-processing and drone
technologies. Datumate solutions dramatically reduce the amount of time surveying crews
spend in the field, while maintaining professional, survey grade accuracy and
substantially reducing risks.

    Datumate's intuitive, simple and automated solutions increase productivity by saving
field and office time for surveying projects of roads, intersections, stockpile volumes,
topography, piping, industrial facilities, bridges, property surveys, building facades,
and more.

    Datumate is headquartered in Yoqneam, Israel with offices in the United States.

    For more information, please visit http://www.datumate.com

       
         
        Contact information: 
        Itay Segev 
        pr@datumate.com 
        + 972-(73)-705-7070 

     

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u-blox Announces its First LTE Cat M1 Module

The SARA-R4 LTE Cat M1 module series developed by u-blox is targeted for IoT applications and to launch in Q4 2016

THALWIL, Switzerland, September 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    u-blox (SIX:UBXN), a global leader in wireless and positioning modules and chips,
today announced plans to launch modules supporting Category M1 (Cat M1) LTE networks,
which will allow a larger number of devices to connect to the Internet of Things (IoT).
The first SARA-R4 module developed by u-blox will be available in Q4 2016 targeting mobile
network operators in the US market. With the recently launched SARA-N2, the world's first
cellular NB-IoT module, the new LTE Cat M1 complements u-blox's extensive product offering
for the IoT.

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    Along with NB-IoT, LTE Cat M1 is part of the new 3GPP Release 13 standard supporting
low power wide area (LPWA) technologies in the licensed spectrum and is designed for IoT
applications with low to medium data throughput rates, as well as devices that require
long battery lifetimes. Additionally, M1's vehicular handover capability delivers the
technology necessary to support vehicle, asset and people tracking. It also supports lower
latency applications and a data rate of 375 kbps in half duplex mode and 1 mbps in full
duplex mode.

    The market focus for the LTE Cat M1 technology is extensive and will cover
applications in many areas, such as the smart home, security systems, industrial
monitoring and control, asset tracking, telematics, connected health, smart metering,
smart cities, and wearables.

    "u-blox is a global leader in developing cellular modules designed for IoT
applications, "said Moti Tabulo, Product Manager Cellular at u-blox. "We are excited to
add LTE Cat M1 modules to our LPWA product portfolio. We will now be able to offer our
customers both LTE Cat M1 and NB-IoT modules."

    The SARA-R4 modules follow u-blox's 'nested design' philosophy to maintain form factor
and software continuity. This allows customers to easily upgrade their products with each
new generation of ublox wireless modules without having to change their PCB designs. Such
easy migration maximizes investment return, simplifies logistics and drastically reduces
timetomarket.

    The first module out of the SARA-R4 series will be available in Q4 2016. For more
information: https://www.u-blox.com/en/product/sara-r4-series

    For more information about u-blox, please visit http://www.u-blox.com

       
         
        Contact 
        Moti Tabulo 
        Phone: +44-1763-269-749 
        Email: moti.tabulo@u-blox.com 

     

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Kaiser (China) Holding and Koei Tecmo Games Launch the First Officially Licensed Mobile Game Version of Romance of the Three Kingdoms

SHANGHAI, Sept. 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- A press conference announcing a strategic cooperation in terms of the official licensing rights for the mobile game Romance of the Three Kingdoms was held at China's Shanghai Film Museum on September 1, 2016. Hisashi Koinuma, president of Japan-based Koei Tecmo Games, together with executives of four Chinese partners including Kaiser (China) Holding Co., Ltd., witnessed the exciting moment when the rights for the intellectual property representing Romance of the Three Kingdoms, one of the earliest mobile games based on the famous Chinese novel, were licensed to entities in China for the first time.

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Intellectual property rights to the 30-year-old classic game licensed to China

Originating in 1985, the 30-year-old game based on a classic Chinese historical novel, Romance of the Three Kingdoms, has continued to gain popularity with fans around the world, especially Chinese players.

Youkia (Sichuan) Network Technology Co., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kaiser (China) Holding Co., Ltd., will be responsible for the research and development of Romance of the Three Kingdoms XI, backed by an exclusive global license, as well as joint distribution rights of the game in Android versions with Shanghai Tciplay Interactive Entertainment, a leader of its class in China.

A strong boost to the value of the intellectual property represented by Romance of the Three Kingdoms

Release of the first officially licensed mobile game version of Romance of the Three Kingdoms has attracted wide attention from Chinese players. Considering the game's 30-year history, it became a challenge on how to attract new players while keeping veteran players engaged. All the core members of the R&D team responsible for Romance of the Three Kingdoms XI at Youkia (Sichuan) Network Technology Co. are experienced developers having put in many years creating games at Gameloft, Ubisoft and EA. Youkia (Sichuan) Network Technology Co.'s previous products have, for the most part, been market successes. Saint Seiya Rebirth, the rights of which have been officially licensed by Toei Animation and Masami Kurumada, was the third most popular game in the AppStore following its release, and became one of the top ten most popular games for several weeks running in China.

Entertainment giant gathers both the R&D and the publishing of mobile games

Youkia (Sichuan) Network Technology Co.'s strength in R&D adds to the market expectation for success of the mobile version of Romance of the Three Kingdoms XI with the signing of the first official licensing agreement.  The company's parent, Kaiser (China) Holding Co., Ltd., has established an end-to-end entertainment ecosystem encompassing online literature, cartoons and animation as well as film and television in addition to mobile games. The company is gradually expanding into overseas markets with game developers who have already built international footprints, by establishing partnerships that appoint them as the overseas distributors of the game.

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SOURCE  Kaiser (China) Holding Co., Ltd

Kaiser (China) Holding Co., Ltd

CONTACT: Hu Fangfang, 13581654522, hff@kaiser.com.cn

Allegro DVT's AVS2 Compliance Streams Selected by MediaTek Inc.

GRENOBLE, France, September 5, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    Allegro DVT, the leader in audio/video compliance streams, announces that MediaTek
Inc., a market leader in cutting-edge systems-on-chip (SoC) for mobile devices, wireless
networking, HDTV, DVD and Blu-ray, has licensed Allegro DVT's AVS2 compliance streams.

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    AVS2, China's next generation video codec, is developed by the AVS workgroup with a
target to achieve more compression efficiency than the current AVS standard. It is
expected that AVS2 will reduce the video bitrate by 50% without any loss in quality.

    Allegro DVT developed a unique technology to generate multi-codec elementary and
system compliance streams. Allegro DVT's AVS2 test suites also leverage the company's
extensive experience in developing audio/video compliance test streams. These new test
suites cover the AVS2 Main and Main-10bit Profiles, up to 3840x2160@60fps resolution.
Allegro DVT continues to follow the evolution of the AVS2 standard and will update its
AVS2 test suites as needed.

    Pierre Marty, CEO of Allegro DVT, commented: "Our AVS2 compliance suites build on
Allegro DVT's long experience and leadership in compliance streams technology. They enable
our customers to quickly validate their AVS2 decoders, mitigate implementation risks and
reduce time to market."

    To learn more about Allegro DVT's compliance streams, visit
http://www.allegrodvt.com

    About Allegro DVT 

    Allegro DVT is a leading provider of H.264/MPEG-4 AVC|SVC|MVC, H.265/HEVC and VP9
solutions, including industry standard compliance test suites, H.264/MPEG-4 AVC,
H.265/HEVC and VP9 encoder, codec and decoder hardware (RTL) IPs. Allegro DVT products
have been chosen by more than 100 major IC providers, OEMs and broadcasters.

    For more information, visit Allegro DVT's website [http://www.allegrodvt.com ] or
contact info@allegrodvt.com or +33-476-426-685.

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Huawei Shapes Industry Cloud with Leading New ICT, Driving Business Reinvention

SHANGHAI, Sept. 5, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- At HUAWEI CONNECT 2016, Huawei announced a series of new solutions with Accenture, along with the results of its newly conducted research with Forrester on digital transformation across industries.

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In today's digital world, Huawei is working closely with partners to develop innovative ICT solutions, and helping global customers drive digital transformation and lead the trend. Its continuous focus on customer-centric solutions and strong partnerships is enabling the company to drive industry leadership and growth of its Enterprise Business Group (Enterprise BG).

Creating new opportunities by integrating new ICT into industries

In his keynote speech at HUAWEI CONNECT, Yan Lida, president of Huawei Enterprise BG, said: "The emergence of maturing digital technologies and increasing economies of scale is disrupting many industries around the world. Companies that embrace this disruption and adopt new ICT to drive digital transformation have the opportunity to gain a decisive competitive edge. Industry cloud is a business-driven digital transformation and is beyond the simple combination of cloud and industry; it is the integration of technologies into businesses. Digitized enterprises of the future will be about the production, transmission and analysis of data. It follows that they will require an ICT infrastructure that integrates cloud-pipe-device, and an open, flexible, agile and safe platform to forge close partnerships to develop rich applications and create an innovative, win-win ecosystem, which will drive the digital transformation of enterprises." 

During the press conference themed "Leading New ICT, Powering Digital Transformation", Diana Yuan, president of marketing and solutions sales of Huawei Enterprise BG, said: "Huawei Enterprise BG has always been customer-centric, enabling customers to achieve business success and also drives our own strong growth within the BG. Together with more than 400 global partners such as Accenture, SAP, General Electric (GE), T-Systems, Hexagon, Honeywell, Infosys, Siemens and Alston, Huawei is now delivering leading ICT technologies and platforms that integrate cloud-pipe-device, enabling customers to explore new business models and boost their agility and efficiency. To accelerate these shifts, Huawei has established ten interconnected Open Labs around the world to facilitate fast dialogue around business models, market needs, and technology solutions in various markets. We're proud that our strategy and solutions have won the approval of customers worldwide."

Huawei Enterprise BG also made several major announcements at HUAWEI CONNECT 2016.

Huawei published a new white paper titled "Business and Technology Leadership in Post-Digital Era", developed by leading global market research organization Forrester. At the launch, Nigel Fenwick, vice president and principal analyst of Forrester, said: "Enterprises of the future will be technology companies that truly put customers first. Enterprises need a complete transformation of their business models. Enterprise decision-makers need to see that digital business ecosystems will be the drivers of new profit models. Companies will have to make their services more agile with open APIs, continuous innovation, and cloud platforms. Moreover, enterprises will need to build open platforms for cloudification of their core business operations, edge data analysis, and machine insights."

Cloud is the future; business ecosystems facilitate cloudification

Huawei and its global strategic partner Accenture issued enterprise cloud solutions together. They jointly provide verified enterprise SAP and Oracle cloud solutions which are based on Huawei FusionCloud solution for global enterprise customers' core applications to provide one-stop service. In the past two years, experts from Huawei and Accenture have worked side by side to develop enterprise cloud solutions to help clients reduce large capital investment in IT and meet flexible and scalable system requirements. 

IoT collaboration builds smarter and safer elevators

Data analytics firm Lux Research reported that by 2020, the global Industrial IoT (IIoT) will be worth an estimated US$151 billion. The IIoT includes factory machinery and industrial products, with one typical example being the Internet of Elevators & Escalators (IoEE). At HUAWEI CONNECT 2016, Huawei announced that it would initiate collaboration with a leading global elevator manufacturer, to develop an Elevators Connection Solution that is open, flexible, and scalable. The solution can support the unified connection and management of the elevator supplier's millions of elevators around the world. IoT technology transmits operational data from the elevators in real time to enable elevator data simulation, achieving preventive maintenance through cloud-based big data analytics. Elevator safety will be significantly enhanced, while the operational cost of the elevators can be greatly reduced.

In the fast-changing digital world, Huawei will cooperate extensively with key partners across the globe to solidify a thriving ecosystem, and work closely with its customers to drive digital transformation that meets their specific industry needs while building a better connected world.

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CONTACT: Zhang Xin (Maggie), Phone: +86-755-89247562, Email: zhangxin83@huawei.com

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

The Clock is Ticking - Register now for the Second Flash Sale of LeEco's Super3 X55

BANGALORE and NEW DELHI, September 5, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    - Cashback on ICICI Debit/Credit Cards or 12 Months no Cost EMI on HDFC Credit Cards
on LeMall.com
- Cashback and 12 Months of No-interest EMI on Citibank Debit and Credit Cards on Flipkart

    The time is now to register for LeEco's Super3 X55 SuperTV that has redefined the
television experience for Indian users. The much awaited second flash sale of the SuperTV
is less than 24 hours away. The global internet and technology conglomerate has made
impressive records in the first flash sale of the SuperTV that speaks for its growing
popularity. So don't wait too long and register now for the ecosystem-enabled Super3 X55
before 11 AM on September 6th. The flash sale will start at 12:00 PM on September 6th.

    In its first flash sale, Super3 X55 went out of stock within 3 minutes, selling more
than 1500+ units. This reflects how well the SuperTV has been embraced by the Indian users
owing to its spectacular features and compelling price. Given its soaring popularity and
increasing user demand, LeEco is organizing this second flash sale. Additionally, what
sets LeEco apart is the superior experience from its rich content library and numerous
internet services. 

    For the upcoming second flash sale as well, LeEco has lined up many appealing offers
for purchases on LeMall or Flipkart. These include cashback on ICICI debit/credit cards OR
12 months no cost EMI through HDFC credit card on LeEco's own site LeMall.com. Buyers
opting for Flipkart can get the offer of cash back and 12 months of no-interest EMI on
their purchase through Citibank debit and credit cards.

    In addition to flaunting exemplary design and built, SuperTVs also offer
industry-leading warranty. The Super3 Series comes with a 2-year product warranty as well
as 4 years of warranty on the panel. The company also has a large after-sales service
network in India with over 333 outlets at convenient locations.

    Additionally, LeEco SuperTVs stand out as they come with A+ grade IPS panel and are
equipped with as many as 14 advanced display technologies. The screens offer a 178degree(s)
wide viewing angle, suitable for all family members to watch together. 

    LeEco Super3 Series follow the simple and integrated Northern European style that
gives them an impressive and opulent look. Their top-notch industrial design is backed by
materials that are free from lead and chromium, making the TVs truly eco-friendly.

    LeEco Membership is at the heart of the Super3 Series. LeEco SuperTVs come bundled
with LeEco Membership for 2 years. Users can get access to one of the largest content
libraries in India that offers over 2000 Full HD/HD films from Hollywood and Bollywood,
more than 100 satellite TV channels, and more than 50 live concerts.

    So if you have not registered for the second flash sale of Super 3 X55 yet, here's
your chance! 

    http://in.lemall.com/in/campaigns/X550810.html?ref=hp-shoujiao-0

https://www.flipkart.com/leeco-138-8cm-55-ultra-hd-4k-smart-led-tv/p/itmegf4gz56zeaha

    About LeEco:  

    LeEco, formerly known as Letv, is a global pioneering internet and technology company
with multiple internet ecosystems across content, devices, applications and platforms.
Founded in November 2004 by Jia Yueting and Liu Hong, LeEco employs more than 10,000
people and is the world's first video company to go public with a market capitalization of
more than 12 billion USD. Headquartered in Beijing, China, it has regional headquarters in
Hong Kong, Los Angeles, and Silicon Valley.

    With 'Breakthrough Technologies, Comprehensive Ecosystem and Disruptive Pricing' as
the guiding principle, LeEco is engaged in a myriad of businesses, spanning from
Internet-based Super TV and Superphones, video production and distribution, smart
devices/accessories and large-screen applications, to e-commerce and even connected
super-electric cars.  The company also features one of the world's largest content
libraries, comprising of movies, TV dramas, entertainment shows, sports and music, which
can be conveniently viewed on LeEco products, including the Superphones, Super TVs, and in
the near future, LeAuto. Breaking the barriers of industries, LeEco provides personalized
products and services for an enhanced user experience at disruptive prices.

       
         
        Media Contact: 
        Nitin Kinger 
        nitinkinger@le.com 
        +91-8769988304 
        LeEco,India 

     

Le Ecosystem Technology India Pvt. Ltd.

Huawei and Infosys Launch New Financial Cloud Solution to Empower Bank 3.0

SHANGHAI, Sept. 5, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Huawei announced a new innovation from its industry collaborations in the financial sector: the New Financial Cloud Solution for Mission Critical jointly developed by Huawei and Infosys Finacle, designed to ease some of the IT challenges of the finance and banking sectors. The new innovation is based on the Huawei FusionCloud platform and the world's first 32-socket Mission Critical server KunLun, integrated with the world's leading banking system - Infosys Finacle, which includes its entire suite of products such as core banking system, online banking, mobile banking, customer relationship management (CRM) and wealth management. The best-in-class technology has been specifically designed to help financial institutions reduce total cost ownership (TCO), improve agility, and accelerate digitalization.

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Huawei and Infosys Finacle announced their new solution at the HUAWEI CONNECT 2016 event in Shanghai. Huawei also hosted the Finance Industry Summit with the theme "Reshaping IT, Bank for Digital Transformation". The summit hosted over 600 financial industry executives from around the world, who convened to discuss latest industry topics such as business transformation for the banking sector, sharing bank digitization strategies, bank/broker finance cloud practices, mid-range computer migration planning, big data applications, and FinTech innovations.

Huawei launches Mission Critical Cloud for Bank 3.0

"Transformation" and "Innovation" formed the central messaging for the sessions at the 2016 Huawei Finance Industry Summit. Richard Longo, Global Head of Marketing and Alliances at Infosys, and Diana Yuan, president of marketing and solutions sales of Huawei's Enterprise Business Group (Enterprise BG), jointly announced the Mission Critical Cloud Solution at the summit. Yuan shared, "Powerful forces are reshaping the financial industry, transformation is vital to remaining competitive but there are multiple challenges associated with making this a reality. Huawei recognizes customer needs as the primary force driving ICT deployment. Huawei's work with Infosys allows us to better understand the needs of the customer, and also carry out business-driven ICT infrastructure (BDII) construction. With this partnership, we can merge the latest innovations with detailed industry expertise, ensuring that we can co-create and deliver solutions and experiences that goes beyond the sum of our individual capacities."

Brett King, industry pioneer and author of the book. BANK 3.0, gave the keynote address entitled "Winning strategies and key digital trends for Bank 3.0". As part of his key-note, he said, "Banking is no longer somewhere you go, but something you do. This means that in a Bank 3.0 world, customer and consumer behaviors will change radically. Bank cards and cash will no longer exist. Customers will no longer need banks to be a finance channel. Instead, banking will become more of a lifestyle. That means banks need to respond to this consumer shift and use new technologies such as mobile Internet, smart devices, and machine interaction in order to place the customer at the center of the process. In essence, banks must completely revolutionize their branches, processes, management, and systems. Through the implementation of new innovation, banks can improve both their own efficiency and the customer experience, creating win-win outcomes and new competitiveness in the digital era."

Banks move to all-cloud services

China Merchants Bank's director of data centers Gao Xulei said in his remarks, "Industry surveys have shown that 100% of respondents said security was their main worry about using public cloud. We now have access to innovation that can meet this most vital customer concern." Gao expanded saying that impeccable security must be achieved through a combination of checks and processes which includes highly reliable cloud security, risk control and audit systems, and data security systems. He also said that reliable, user-friendly cloud architecture demands both high quality physical infrastructure and highly available data architecture.

Huawei's financial IT services

Huawei's finance industry solutions currently span three main areas: platform, data, and services. They cover all processes (front-end, middle, and back-end), and include finance cloud, big-data, real-time risk control, server upgrade, mobile finance, core accounts data, and end-of-day acceleration. 

Huawei serves over 300 financial institutions worldwide, including six of the world's top ten banks. Huawei also has wide-ranging partnerships with a dozen major banks worldwide.

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CONTACT: Zhang Xin,  +86-755-8924-7562, zhangxin83@huawei.com

Pradeo Protects Smartphone Security with Remediation

Remediation by Pradeo exposes exactly what data is being shared by mobile apps and lets users take control

SAN FRANCISCO, September 5, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    The worldwide Apps security experts at Pradeo have launched a new solution that shows
users exactly what Apps are doing with their personal data and provides tools to prevent
unwanted behaviors.

    Consumers know how to protect their computer, but are they doing enough to protect
their phone, tablet or connected device? Many think that hackers won't crack their mobile
device or that their data isn't worth hacking. Unfortunately, the risk still exists, and
its greatest vulnerability is in Apps and their behaviors.

    Learn more about mobile app vulnerabilities here:
http://blog.pradeo.com/mdm-mobile-security

    Phones overflow with data: contacts, locations, financial information. Attracted by
this well-furnished source of information, smartphone hackers are setting their sights on
Apps, and also develop clones and malicious Apps to steal data..

    The Remediation Security Solution
Pradeo's new Remediation technology offers a breakthrough in smartphone App security. With
Pradeo, smartphone users can:

       
        - Know everything precisely about their apps' behaviors, on every device: Android or
          iOS.
        - Determine which behaviors to accept or change, following their own privacy policy.
        - Fix the inappropriate behaviors, preventing the App from performing undesired actions
          in the future.

    Before Remediation, users and administrators had no other choice but to accept or
reject the standard functioning of their favorite apps. Now with Remediation they can go
further, even correcting inappropriate behaviors without sacrificing App's functionality.

    Remediation helps users take control of their apps without having to compromise on
freedom and security.

    The Remediation technology breakthrough is provided only by Pradeo and promotes a
mobile world where users can set their own data protection rules.

    Discuss your mobile security needs by or discover Remediation technology, feel free to
contacting Pradeo at contact@pradeo.com

Pradeo

CONTACT: Anne Werkmeister  Anne.werkmeister@pradeo.com, +1-408-204-5183

Teleste at IBC 2016: Future Headend Services Migrate Beyond Video and TV Delivery

TURKU, Finland, September 5, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    - At IBC2016 Teleste will showcase how open application development leads the way to a
broader range of headend services and technologies 

    Teleste Corporation, a leading provider of video and broadband technologies and
related services, announced today that at IBC2016 it will showcase how utilizing the
Teleste Luminato headend platform and open application development can help operators
rethink their headend services and build broader, more targeted offering for their
customers. IBC2016 will take place in Amsterdam RAI, 9-13 September and you will find
Teleste at stand 5.C72.

    "Delivering smart video and TV services will maintain their position at the core of
headend development, but in the future, also another types of headend services and
technologies will evolve, driven by the diversifying needs of consumers as well as
individual service providers and operators", said Julius Tikkanen, Vice President of Video
Service Platforms for Teleste. "Introducing open application development to our Luminato
headend, Teleste has made it possible for operators to outline and implement solutions
that best benefit them and their customers already today. We are pleased to highlight
these possibilities at IBC2016 and showcase to you e.g. Hibox Smartroom, a hotel service
hub designed by our partner Hibox Systems."

    Teleste Luminato enables smart hotel services for Hibox Smartroom 

    Hibox Systems is a global provider of advanced interactive information and
entertainment solutions for consumers and commercial applications. Utilizing the Teleste
Luminato application module for open application development, the company has brought a
new online TV solution to the market, called Hibox Smartroom
[http://www.hibox.tv/Hotel-TV-Platform.shtml ], which is designed for hotels with smart
TVs.

    In addition to being a modern TV system for smart TVs, the Hibox Smartroom allows
hotel operators to provide premium guest Wi-Fi for hotel visitors, monetize Internet
traffic, trigger and display emergency messages and sounds, and even manage and follow up
cleaning and maintenance activities in hotels.

    "Our vision is to help hotel operators add value to their brand, share information, as
well as save time and money while creating a delightful experience for hotel guests", told
Mathias Johnson, Product Manager of Hospitality for Hibox. "Deploying Teleste's Luminato
headend has given us the possibility to provide our customers with a solution that meets
the needs of the industry, and creates added value by e.g. convenient and compact
installation and eco-friendliness."

    Running on the Luminato application module, the Hibox Smartroom does not need any
additional PC servers on the headend. The space-saving solution allows hotel operators to
reduce the number of hardware needed at the premises, and also the environment benefits
from the lower energy consumption and less need for cooling.

    Utilizing the application module also makes it very easy and reliable to update smart
TVs. Traditionally, it has been necessary to run updates on each TV set from the
manufacturer's server separately; now, making the updates significantly smoother, updates
will first be downloaded to the Luminato headend from where they can be installed to all
hotel TVs in one go.

    More information about the Luminato application module is available here
[https://www.teleste.com/video-headend/products/luminato/luminato-application-module ].
Please, also visit our webpages [https://www.teleste.com/ibc2016 ] for more information
about our IBC2016 offering.

    About Teleste 

    Teleste is an international technology company that develops and offers video and
broadband technologies and related services. Our supply of technology contributes to the
convenience and safety of daily living. Our core business is video - video and data
processing, transfer and management. Our customer base consists of cable and telecom
operators, as well as public sector organizations. Our business is divided into two
divisions, which are Video and Broadband Solutions and Network Services. In both areas, we
rank among the world's leading companies and technological forerunners. Video and
Broadband Solutions focuses on access networks and video security and information
solutions. Network Services offers comprehensive services for network design, construction
and maintenance. In 2015, Teleste's net sales totaled EUR 247 million, and the company
employed about 1,500 people. Teleste runs a worldwide network of offices and more than 95%
of its sales are generated outside Finland. The company is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. For
more information see http://www.teleste.com and follow @telestecorp
[https://twitter.com/telestecorp ] on Twitter.

    http://ibc.vporoom.com/Teleste

Teleste Corporation

CONTACT: Mirkka Lamppu, Manager -  CEM and Communications, Teleste Corporation, Tel. +358-2-2605-611, mirkka.lamppu@teleste.com