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AlphaCat Now In Orbit! Cats In Space Make For Match-Three Bliss

PLANO, Texas, Sept. 1, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Meow is the purrfect time to head to the iTunes, Google Play or Amazon store and download AlphaCat, a brand new match-three space strategy game with a frisky twist, from KingsIsle Entertainment.

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In AlphaCat you explore 90 constantly evolving planets as the captain of a ship named the Furball-1 in a quest to defend Planet Whiskar. As the AlphaCat, you'll be finding, assembling and leveling up a crew from over 60 characters. The captain and crew triumph over a large array of devious enemies through use of the popular match-three mechanic. Once your friends start playing, you can also send them resources to help on their own adventures.

AlphaCat is a dream realized for Kevin Wienecke, Lead Designer. "AlphaCat is a game I've always wanted to make," said Wienecke. "There's nothing more cute, ridiculous and hilarious than cats in space."

Josef Hall, vice president and creative director at KingsIsle Entertainment, explained the process that took the idea from concept to mobile game. "At KingsIsle we periodically host an internal competition where all of our developers can spend a few days bringing their own game ideas to life," Hall said. "It's exciting to see one of those games progress to a world-wide release."

AlphaCat is the second new mobile game to be released by KingsIsle, and two more mobile games have been soft-launched in Canada this past year. KingsIsle's CEO, Elie Akilian, explained the exciting plans. "All of our upcoming releases are entirely different from one another and feature a variety of different game mechanics," said Akilian. "There's going to be even more new games with even more ways to enjoy KingsIsle's unique brand of humor and entertainment."

AlphaCat is now available worldwide in four different languages. Download links for both iOS and Android devices are provided from the website http://www.alphacatgame.com.

About KingsIsle Entertainment, Inc.

KingsIsle Entertainment is a developer and publisher that specializes in creating high-quality online and mobile games. KingsIsle is headquartered in Plano, Texas, and has a development studio in Austin, Texas. Information about the company's games can be found at http://www.kingsisle.com/corporate/products. 

KingsIsle and AlphaCat are trademarks or registered trademarks of KingsIsle Entertainment Inc.

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TP-Link Unveils Grand Vision for IoT with New Neffos Smartphone Brand

Neffos X Series Smartphones Debuts IFA to Complete Smart Home Ecosystem

BERLIN, Sept. 1, 2016 /CNW/ -- TP-Link, the world's No.1 provider of Wi-Fi networking products with 45.94% market share, today announced its grand vision for the Internet of Things (IoT) with the official launch of its Neffos Smartphone brand and the latest Neffos series smartphones -- Neffos X1 and X1 Max -- with a mission to be "close to you". This reflects a new phase in TP-Link's transformation to grow beyond networking to smart technologies, providing users not only reliable Wi-Fi, but also a smarter life where everything can be connected through its smart home ecosystem.

Mr. Jeffrey Chao, co-founder and Chairman of TP-Link, delivered the news in a speech at the Neffos global press conference today in Berlin, Germany and highlighted four pillars of the company's roadmap for IoT: IoT routers as the device and information hub, smartphones as the primary interface between people and devices, cloud as the service platform, together with various smart home product solutions. As the central focus of TP-Link's smart home ecosystem, the Neffos smartphones will bring people closer to everything and everyone around them.

"TP-Link has evolved to become much more than a networking company over the past two decades as it constantly strives to meet the changing demands of our global customers," said Chao, "The Neffos smartphones demonstrate our determination to go beyond wireless technology and make life smarter and easier for today's connected customers with innovative products and user-centric experiences."

At the press conference, TP-Link also introduced the intention and commitment behind Neffos's new brand mission -- "close to you" for the first time. As the most important component of the company's smart home ecosystem, Neffos thrives to create the most human-oriented personal mobile device in the new digital era and seamlessly connect people with each other, and to the world around them.

The Neffos X series is the third smartphone series in the Neffos product line following the Neffos C and Y series. It continues to follow a human-centered approach and embodies the perfect combination of stylish design, exquisite manufacturing techniques and outstanding performance. The Neffos X1 and X1 Max are stylishly sleek with a dual-curved back, top-notch cameras and incredibly fast fingerprint unlocking. They will available in stores by Q4, 2016.

TP-Link has also launched its IoT platform app Kasa, through which users can control their smart home devices remotely and easily. Its first IoT router will be revealed in Q4 in North America. All of TP-Link's smart IoT products will be showcased for the first time at IFA 2016 (Hall 17, Booth 111) in Berlin, Germany, which takes place on Sept. 2-7. 

*According to latest published IDC Worldwide Quarterly WLAN Tracker Report, Q1 2016 Final Release.

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CONTACT: Jena Qian, FleishmanHillard for TP-Link, +86-185-1212-3390, jena.qian@fleishman.com

TP-Link Unveils Grand Vision for IoT with New Neffos Smartphone Brand

Neffos X Series Smartphones Debuts IFA to Complete Smart Home Ecosystem

BERLIN, Sept. 1, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- TP-Link, the world's No.1 provider of Wi-Fi networking products with 45.94% market share, today announced its grand vision for the Internet of Things (IoT) with the official launch of its Neffos Smartphone brand and the latest Neffos series smartphones -- Neffos X1 and X1 Max -- with a mission to be "close to you". This reflects a new phase in TP-Link's transformation to grow beyond networking to smart technologies, providing users not only reliable Wi-Fi, but also a smarter life where everything can be connected through its smart home ecosystem.

Mr. Jeffrey Chao, co-founder and Chairman of TP-Link, delivered the news in a speech at the Neffos global press conference today in Berlin, Germany and highlighted four pillars of the company's roadmap for IoT: IoT routers as the device and information hub, smartphones as the primary interface between people and devices, cloud as the service platform, together with various smart home product solutions. As the central focus of TP-Link's smart home ecosystem, the Neffos smartphones will bring people closer to everything and everyone around them.

"TP-Link has evolved to become much more than a networking company over the past two decades as it constantly strives to meet the changing demands of our global customers," said Chao, "The Neffos smartphones demonstrate our determination to go beyond wireless technology and make life smarter and easier for today's connected customers with innovative products and user-centric experiences."

At the press conference, TP-Link also introduced the intention and commitment behind Neffos's new brand mission -- "close to you" for the first time. As the most important component of the company's smart home ecosystem, Neffos thrives to create the most human-oriented personal mobile device in the new digital era and seamlessly connect people with each other, and to the world around them.

The Neffos X series is the third smartphone series in the Neffos product line following the Neffos C and Y series. It continues to follow a human-centered approach and embodies the perfect combination of stylish design, exquisite manufacturing techniques and outstanding performance. The Neffos X1 and X1 Max are stylishly sleek with a dual-curved back, top-notch cameras and incredibly fast fingerprint unlocking. They will available in stores by Q4, 2016.

TP-Link has also launched its IoT platform app Kasa, through which users can control their smart home devices remotely and easily. Its first IoT router will be revealed in Q4 in North America. All of TP-Link's smart IoT products will be showcased for the first time at IFA 2016 (Hall 17, Booth 111) in Berlin, Germany, which takes place on Sept. 2-7. 

*According to latest published IDC Worldwide Quarterly WLAN Tracker Report, Q1 2016 Final Release.

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CONTACT: Jena Qian, FleishmanHillard for TP-Link, +86-185-1212-3390, jena.qian@fleishman.com

OtterBox Wraps iPhone in Exotic Leather Patterns

FORT COLLINS, Colo., Sept. 1, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- From sleek and sophisticated to bold and on-trend, leather is a timeless accessory staple. To keep iPhone trendy season after season, OtterBox introduces new Strada Series Limited Edition + Alpha Glass for iPhone 6/6s and iPhone 6 Plus/6s Plus, featuring genuine leather with exotic patterns and suave styling, coming soon.

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Making its public debut during New York Fashion Week, the new Strada Series patterns cover iPhone in a slim protective shell with a premium leather exterior.(1 )The design combines a classic, tailored look with slim protection. Strada Series is coming soon in Oynx, classic black with accent stitching, and two chic snakeskin patterns, Stone Serpent and Wooded Serpent.

"Leather is a classic fashion trend that never goes out of style," said OtterBox CEO Jim Parke. "The new Strada Series styles have a truly classic look with a premium feel that continue to withstand the realities of daily life."

While designed with sophistication at the forefront, Strada Series also offers trusted OtterBox protection. The leather iPhone 6s case helps protect against bumps, shock and scratches with a super slim, sleek form. The slightly raised edge along the front of the case keeps the iPhone display from making contact during face-down drops and an included Alpha Glass screen protector stops scratches from reaching your brilliant display.

These new case patterns will debut on the runway at Kia STYLE360 during New York Fashion Week, Sept. 12 to 15. In its 12(th) year at New York Fashion Week, the show will feature collections from Serena Williams, Angela Simmons, Ashley Graham, Michael Kuluva, Kristin Cavallari, and more. OtterBox cases will be featured with looks from designers Byron Lars and Raul Peñaranda. The shows will be covered live on OtterBox social media channels: Sept. 12 at 7 p.m. EST for Byron Lars Beauty Mark and Sept. 13 at 10:30 a.m. EST for the Raul Peñaranda Spring 2017 Runway Show.

Strada Series Limited Edition + Alpha Glass for iPhone 6/6s, $79.95, and iPhone 6 Plus/6s Plus, $89.95, in Onyx, Wooded Serpent and Stone Serpent patterns are coming soon on otterbox.com. To learn more about Strada Series Limited Edition, visit otterbox.com.

About OtterBox:

OtterBox boldly innovates and designs premium protective cases for smartphones and tablets. From its humble beginnings in a Fort Collins, Colo., garage, OtterBox has evolved its product lines to meet the needs of today's mobile consumer to become the No. 1 selling smartphone case in the U.S.(3) From rugged to versatile to fashionable, OtterBox has a product for every lifestyle.

At the center of every OtterBox innovation is a deeper goal to effect positive, lasting change. In partnership with the OtterCares Foundation, OtterBox grows to give back by inspiring kids to change the world through entrepreneurship and philanthropy. To learn more about this mission, visit otterbox.com/givingback.

For more information, visit http://www.otterbox.com.

Note:

(1 )Strada Series is NOT protective against water. Will provide added protection against drops and shock.

(2 )Source: The NPD Group/Retail Tracking Service: Cell Phone Device Protection/Units Sold 2012 - 2015

©2016 Otter Products, LLC. All rights reserved. OtterBox and all OtterBox logos, trademarks and symbols are the property of Otter Products, LLC. All other logos, trademarks and symbols are the property of their respective owners.

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Seek Thermal Expands Its New Pro Series Line of Thermal Imagers With Announcement of the RevealPRO

Offering adjustable thermal level and span, full-frame thermography, and 76,800 temperature pixels on a 320 x 240 infrared sensor, the RevealPRO delivers unprecedented high-resolution thermal imaging, software capabilities, and a powerful 300-lumen LED light, all at an affordable price.

BERLIN, Sept. 1, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Seek Thermal(TM) announced today the expansion of the company's new line of high performance, affordable, infrared thermal imaging cameras designed for the experts in commercial building and trades with the introduction of the RevealPRO. Seek Thermal's most advanced handheld thermal imaging camera yet, the RevealPRO combines a high-performance 320 x 240 thermal sensor, intuitive software, and a powerful 300-lumen LED light into one highly durable, handheld, and easy to use device. Offering adjustable thermal span and level, full frame thermography imaging 76,800 pixels, the RevealPRO breaks new barriers by offering high-resolution fastframe thermal imaging and software capabilities at an affordable price of $699.00 USD.

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Seek's Pro Series cameras, which includes the new RevealPRO and previously announced CompactPRO, deliver high performance thermal resolution at an ergonomic and portable size to assist commercial trades professionals in getting a full look at the problem in the fastest time possible. Seek's PRO series is also full featured and affordable, making it easier to be more productive in one's daily job than ever before.

"We've had our eye on developing more advanced sensor systems to enhance perception and awareness for a wide variety of segments including building & predictive maintenance, situational awareness, and on-the-ground surveillance applications.  The RevealPRO was designed to be portable enough to carry with you at all times - and powerful enough of a thermal imager to diagnose and assess the problem sources quickly and reliably to make better decisions," said Tracy Benson, CMO/VP of Global Marketing for Seek Thermal.  "The new flagship RevealPRO was specifically designed for the experts by removing the biggest pain point: price."

Key features for the RevealPRO include:

    --  320x240 thermal sensor array for maximum image clarity, delivering
        76,800 pixels of vivid thermal resolution.
    --  Ruggedized 2.4" color display featuring Corning(® )Gorilla(® )Glass
        protection.
    --  Portable in size with easily accessible buttons to access interface with
        gloved hands.
    --  FastFrame rate to enhance near real-time thermal imaging.
    --  Fixed focus system - and minimum focus distance of 15cm (6 inches).
    --  Wide, 32° field of view with 4x digital zoom functionality to easily
        scan a large area and identify potential hazards in seconds.
    --  Temperature measurement accuracy of +/-5C or 5% (at 25C nominal,
        whichever is greater).
    --  Thermal temperature measurement range between -40° to 330°C.
    --  More than 4 hours continuous battery running time in normal mode
        (rechargeable by USB).
    --  300-lumen LED flashlight at the touch of a button.
    --  Variable temperature reporting in Fahrenheit, Celsius, and Kelvin.
    --  In-imager memory storage of 4 gigabytes, transferrable images by USB.
New key software features include:

    --  Adjustable Thermal Level and Span - Manually set and lock a temperature
        range to display the maximum thermal information of any object or scene
        with a set point and range.
    --  On-screen Emissivity Control - Calibrate for emissivity through
        pre-defined settings made easy, compensate for various surface
        materials, ensuring accurate readings and reporting, regardless of
        surface type.
    --  Nine Standard and High Contrast Color Palettes - Enhanced palette
        options are available to Seek device owners.  From standard grayscale to
        prism high contrast, RevealPRO provides the visual capabilities
        necessary to help users easily examine and understand thermal imagery
        across applications during and post inspection.
    --  Full-Frame Mapping of Temperature Distribution - Displays all
        temperature data for maximum clarity and resolution.
    --  Multiple User Modes - Normal, Spot temperature and Level & Span
        included.
PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

The Seek RevealPRO sells for an MSRP of $699.00 USD and will be available through authorized distribution channels in North American, EMEA markets and APAC markets.

For more information, visit: http://www.thermal.com.

About Seek Thermal

Seek Thermal engineers, designs, manufacturers, and markets high quality thermal imaging products and core platforms for consumer, commercial, and IR sensing iOT / IIoT platforms. With headquarters in Santa Barbara, California, the global hub of thermal imaging innovation, the company has developed breakthrough thermal imaging camera cores that will enable a range of affordable products for use at home, work and play. For more information visit thermal.com and follow #seekthermal on Instagram and @seekthermal on Twitter.

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Canon's New Lightweight, Compact XC15 4K UHD Video Camcorder Ideal For News And Video Production

XLR Microphone Input Provides Audio Support in Addition to High-Quality 4K UHD Video Capture

MELVILLE, N.Y., Sept. 1, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, announced today the XC15 4K Video Camcorder, a 4K UHD digital video camcorder for professional use that achieves high-image quality with a lightweight, compact body.

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The new Canon XC15, which builds on the XC10 4K UHD digital video camcorder announced in April 2015, enables shooting with an external microphone through an XLR input and features the selection of visual-expression "Look" modes, including modes that allow it to match the look of other Canon professional cameras, making it ideal for use as a "B"-camera as well as for media and video-content productions.

The Canon XC15 ships with the MA-400 microphone adapter that, when attached, enables shooting with XLR-input microphones used in a wide range of media and content-creation applications. As a result, the camcorder supports the production of content that combines both high-image quality and high-sound quality with reduced noise. The MA-400 is also compatible with the EOS C300 Mark II camera.

Thanks to its high-sensitivity one-inch CMOS sensor and DIGIC DV 5 image processing platform with high calculation-processing power, the new XC15 is capable of capturing high-image quality and low-noise 4K UHD video. Additionally, the camcorder features a compact, lightweight body design, measuring approximately 5.0 x 4.1 x 4.8 inches (WxHxD) and weighs approximately 2.1 pounds while also sporting a 10x optical zoom lens ¹, which facilitates shooting in confined spaces and environments that demand mobility.

The Canon XC15 4K UHD professional video camcorder is scheduled to be available in September 2016 for a list price of $3,000.00.* For more information, please visit usa.canon.com

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, prices and specifications subject to change without notice. Actual prices are set by individual dealers and may vary.

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

¹ Body and Lens Only

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1-800-OK-CANON

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Canon U.S.A., Inc. Introduces New Flagship EOS C700 Cinema Camera*

Ideal for Major 4K Cinema, Television, and On-Demand Streaming Productions

MELVILLE, N.Y., Sept. 1, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, announced today the next step in the evolution of the Cinema EOS family of professional cinematography products with the new EOS C700, EOS C700 PL and EOS C700 GS PL cinema cameras.

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Featuring a completely new, customizable, modular design, the EOS C700 meets the demands of today's productions - from feature films to documentaries to episodic dramas. The EOS C700 and EOS C700 PL cameras feature a Super 35mm 4.5K sensor(1) with wide dynamic range, and can be ideal for productions requiring 4K UHD TV or 4K DCI cinema deliverables. The EOS C700 GS PL features a Super 35mm 4K sensor with a global shutter to enable the distortion-free capture of subjects moving at high speeds. In addition to supporting the earlier XF-AVC(2) recording format, the cameras also support Apple((R)) ProRes.

Recognizing that customers today demand flexibility and the ability to respond to the changing needs of productions, the EOS C700 allows users to convert between EF mount and PL mounts, and between a standard CMOS image sensor and a global shutter CMOS image sensor at Canon service facilities(3). The EF lens mount provides compatibility with Canon's diverse lineup of over 70 interchangeable EF lenses as well as enabling use of Canon's Dual Pixel CMOS AF technology. While the EOS C700 PL and EOS C700 GS PL allow use of industry-standard PL lenses and compatibility with Cooke /i metadata communication technology.

For those wanting to shoot and deliver High Dynamic Range (HDR)(4) content, the EOS C700 and EOS C700 PL are ideal - providing 15 stops of latitude(5), Canon's proprietary Log Gammas (Canon Log3, Canon Log2 and Canon Log) and renowned color science. Additionally, these cameras seamlessly integrate with Canon's professional 4K displays (DP-V2420, DP-V2410 or DP-V1770) for on-set color management and review that conforms to SMPTE ST 2084(6) standards of HDR display.

To complement these powerful new acquisition tools, Canon has turned to its trusted partner Codex to provide a fully-integrated (no cables) recording and workflow option. The combination of the EOS C700 camera with the optional Codex CDX-36150 recorder allows for high-speed 4.5K RAW recording at up to 100FPS, 4K RAW at up to 120FPS, 4K ProRes at up to 60FPS, 2K ProRes at up to 240FPS and XF-AVC at up to 60FPS.

Canon's new EOS C700, EOS C700 PL and EOS C700 GS PL are the first Cinema EOS cameras to support anamorphic shooting  by utilizing a "de-squeeze" function for monitoring(7), making possible the creation of images with the 2.39:1 aspect ratio typical of cinema productions. Furthermore, enabling Full HD high-frame-rate recording at a maximum of 240 fps (crop(8)), the camera enables smooth playback, even when slowed down, for great emotional visual expression.

Along with the announcement of these cameras, Canon is also introducing optional accessories OLED 1920x1080 Electronic View Finder EVF-V70, Remote Operation Unit OU-700, Shoulder Support Unit SU-15, Shoulder Style Grip Unit SG-1 and B4 mount adapters MO-4E/MO-4P.

The EOS C700 and EOS C700 PL are currently expected to go on sale in December 2016, while the EOS C700 GS PL is currently expected to go on sale in January 2017. The EOS C700 and EOS C700 PL will have a list of $35,000.00 each** and the EOS C700 GS PL will have a list price of $38,000.00**.

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((R)); 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.

*This device has not been authorized as required by the rules of the Federal Communications Commission.  This device is not, and may not be offered for sale or lease, or sold or leased, until authorization is obtained.

**Availability, pricing and specifications are subject to change without notice. Actual prices are set by individual dealers and may vary.

(1 )4.5K RAW recording will be supported following a firmware update (currently scheduled to be released at the end of March 2017, see chart below). 

(2) Canon's proprietary video format that efficiently compresses video data.

(3) Conversions will incur a fee and will be handled by Canon service facilities.

(4) High Dynamic Range refers to a technique that enhances the contrast between light and dark values (the dynamic range) of an image.

(5) 15 stops achievable in EOS C700 and EOS C700 PL models in Canon Log2 mode. EOS C700 GS PL achieves 14 stops.

(6) The wide dynamic range imaging standard recommended by the Society of Motion Picture & Television Engineers.

(7) A lens that enables shooting with landscape-orientation compression and makes possible a characteristic blur effect.

(8) A shooting function that creates a pseudo-telephoto effect using a portion of the sensor area.

             Format     Recording media/ recorder   Resolution               Data spec               Bit depth           Max. Frame Rate          Available/Update
             ------     -------------------------   ----------               ---------               ---------           ---------------          ----------------

             ProRes               CFast             4K / QFHD              ProRes 422 HQ              10 bit                    30 fps                  Available
             ------               -----             ---------              -------------              ------                 -------                  ---------

            2K / FHD          ProRes 422 HQ           10 bit                     60 fps                            Available
            --------          -------------           ------                  -------                            ---------

             ProRes
              4444               12 bit                 60 fps                 Available
             ------              ------              -------                 ---------

         Crop 2K / FHD         ProRes 422             10 bit                     180 fps                         Available
         -------------         ----------             ------                  --------                         ---------

         Codex recorder         4K / QFHD         ProRes 422 HQ                10 bit                    60 fps              March Update

           CDX-36150
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            2K / FHD          ProRes 422 HQ           10 bit                     120 fps                        March Update
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CONTACT: Angelique Ferrante, Canon U.S.A., Inc., (631) 330-5112, aferrante@cusa.canon.com, Leigh Nofi, Canon U.S.A., Inc., (631) 330-3783, lnofi@cusa.canon.com

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Canon Expands Professional 4K/UHD Display Lineup With Announcement Of 24-Inch High-Luminance HDR Model And Industry-First 17-Inch 3840 X 2160 Model

MELVILLE, N.Y., Sept. 1, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, announced today two new professional 4K/UHD displays in response to the needs of content-creators - the DP-V2420 professional 4K reference display, a 24-inch high-luminance model ideal for High Dynamic Range (HDR(1)) footage and the DP-V1710 professional 4K reference display, an industry-first(2) 17-inch, 3840 x 2160 display ideal for use on set, in broadcasting vans, and in studios. Both displays feature a Canon-developed image-processing engine, proprietary backlight system and an IPS LCD panel, that when combined deliver excellent color reproduction and high-resolution, high-contrast imaging performance.

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DP-V2420
The Canon DP-V2420 professional 24-inch 4K reference display supports HDR standards and display methods(3) increasingly used for next-generation video production, and provides high luminance and black luminance performance essential for screening HDR content. Canon's DP-V2420 display qualifies as a Dolby Vision mastering monitor and complies with the ITU-R BT.2100-0 HDR standard which specifies a peak luminance 1000 cd/m2 and a minimum luminance 0.005 cd/m2. Allowing for the review and confirmation of high-quality 4K images, the display's expanded dynamic range greatly increases color expression and the contrast between the light and dark areas of an image to achieve luminance expression close to that of the naked eye while also supporting the expression of natural colors and a sense of three-dimensionality.

DP-V1710
The DP-V1710 4K/UHD is the industry's first 17-inch 3840 x 2160 resolution professional-model display, which can be used with the 19-inch rack mounts that are commonplace in broadcast studio sub control rooms and broadcasting vans. The DP-V1710 is ready to deliver stunning HD, UHD, and 4K imagery in mobile production vehicles. In addition to providing high-image-quality UHD resolution, the display features a compact body size that makes it ideal for use on-set, carrying during on-location shooting or for use in broadcasting vans with limited space. Additionally, supporting HDR standards and display methods,(3) the DP-V1710 delivers a level of black luminance performance demanded for broadcasting, supporting a wide range of users who create Full HD, 4K/UHD, and HDR content.

The DP-V2420 and DP-V1710 displays are scheduled to be available in November 2016 and February 2017 for list prices of $32,900.00 and $13,500.00, respectively*. For additional information please visit, usa.canon.com

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, prices and specifications are subject to change without notice. Actual prices are set by individual dealers.

1 High dynamic range refers to a technique that enhances the contrast between light and dark values (the dynamic range) of an image.

2 Among professional-use 4K displays. As of September 2, 2016.

3 ITU recommended ITU-R BT.2100-0, as well as Canon digital cinema camera proprietary log gammas: Canon Log, Canon Log2 and Canon Log3.

Canon U.S.A. Website:
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Basis Technology Powers AFAQ Electronic Medical Records

Rosette Enables Automatic Translation of Names between Arabic and English

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Sept. 1, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Basis Technology today announced that AFAQ, an innovator in electronic medical records (EMR), is integrating Rosette® name translation into its applications to translate patient names between Arabic and English. The Jordan-based company produces a suite of enterprise apps that allow healthcare facilities to centrally manage medical record content, customer relationship management (CRM), billing, and human resources. Compliance with European and U.S. EMR standards is a requirement for most hospitals in the Middle East, so AFAQ developers needed an efficient and accurate way to work with names across multiple languages.

Founder and Development Manager Mohammad Khair Abul Ruzz said, "We started with manually mapping just Jordanian names between Arabic and English. That took five people 500 hours, and the results were still incomplete. We considered open source options but they could not be integrated easily into our system. We tried Google Translate but it translated many Arabic names as common nouns. We found Rosette had the most powerful profile for translating and indexing names and integrated easily into our solution, saving us a lot of human labor."

Rosette had other advantages, according to Abul Ruzz. He found the hardware requirements to be modest, requiring relatively little memory and processing power. He also liked that Rosette can translate names originating in Chinese, Dari, Farsi, Japanese, Korean, Pashto, Russian and Urdu, regardless of the alphabet used.

Basis Technology Vice President for Product Management, Gregor Stewart, said, "We are very pleased to be working with AFAQ to develop new ways for their customers to ensure accurate medical recordkeeping, while working in languages with which they are most comfortable."

Rosette delivers multilingual text analytics through a robust SDK or web API for processing content, documents, and names in 55 languages.

About Basis Technology
Analyzing text--the hardest part of big data--is critical to verifying identity, understanding customers, anticipating world events, and uncovering crime. Companies such as Airbnb®, Luminoso®, Recorded Future®, Tamr(TM), and Yelp®, and agencies across the US Intelligence Community, use Rosette to solve their toughest human language problems. For over twenty years, Basis Technology has been at the forefront of natural language processing applied to enterprise search, social listening, e-commerce, and e-discovery. Our cyber forensics team pioneers better, faster, and cheaper techniques to extract digital evidence, keeping government and law enforcement ahead of exponential growth of data volumes. For more information, visit http://www.basistech.com or write to info@basistech.com.

About AFAQ
AFAQ offers an integrated suite of web-based business-management software designed to help healthcare enterprises collect, store, manage, and interpret data.

SOURCE  Basis Technology

Basis Technology

CONTACT: Dan Curley, 617-386-2090

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

Introducing MobileMan - The Latest in Wearable Technology

NEW YORK, Sept. 1, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Introducing MobileMan USA, the producer of the world's latest wearable audio Bluetooth® speaker system, patent pending.

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Featuring breakthrough innovative design, MobileMan USA offers a collection of high-quality, Bluetooth® wearable audio speakers that are hands-free, ears-free, weatherproof and comfortable.  The MobileMan S1 series supports a full range of motion and allows active enthusiasts to maintain complete awareness of their surroundings, while participating in any activity.

MobileMan USA is a concept brand that has achieved its vision of creating a device that delivers an incredible, wearable audio experience to a community of people who are both fitness conscious and style conscious. "We have been able to bridge the gap between fashion, technology and function to create a first to market product," says Sekou Carradine, Founding Partner and Director of Communications for MobileMan USA.

Standout features of the MobileMan S1 Premium and MobileMan S1 Sport include:

    --  Weather resistant speakers
    --  Bluetooth® connectivity range of 30 feet
    --  Lightweight, under 200 grams (7 ounces)
    --  Battery life of up to 10 hours, depending on usage
    --  Reflective accents for nighttime use
    --  Featuring two models - the S1 Sport is made from a combination of lycra
        and neoprene, while the S1 Premium model is made from synthetic leather
        and neoprene
    --  All units have adjustable straps for a secure, and comfortable fit
    --  A flexible utility pocket for storing small items
    --  A built-in microphone allows you to answer calls seamlessly through the
        device
    --  Available in multiple colors (red, blue and black)
MobileMan USA LLC, is a New York based company introducing the world's latest wearable audio Bluetooth® stereo speaker system. The MobileMan S1 series supports a full range of motion in almost every activity, and allows users to remain in complete awareness of their surroundings with an ears-free experience. Available in the S1 Sport and S1 Premium models, all devices are lightweight, come in multiple colors and have a sleek innovative design. MobileMan USA is redefining the way we listen to audio and how we Live Actively!(TM) To learn more, visit:
http:/www.mobilemanusa.com

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Jenelle Hamilton PR: Email / Tel: 646 421 9139

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Turtle Beach Launches All-New FDA Cleared Tinnitus Add-On Feature For HyperSound Clear 500P

Company's Revolutionary HyperSound Clear 500P Directed Audio System Now Offers an Add-on Relief Feature for Tinnitus Sufferers While Improving the Home Entertainment Listening Experience for People with Hearing Loss

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 1, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Earlier this year Turtle Beach Corporation (NASDAQ: HEAR), a leading audio technology company for over 40 years, announced research regarding the use of its revolutionary HyperSound(®) Technology directed audio to alleviate Tinnitus. Today, Turtle Beach is excited and proud to announce the company has received FDA clearance on an all-new Tinnitus relief feature for its revolutionary HyperSound Clear(TM) 500P home audio system. The new Tinnitus add-on works in addition to the HyperSound Clear 500P's already proven ability to significantly(1) improve the home entertainment listening experience for people with hearing loss.

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Looking beyond hearing loss, Tinnitus is another serious and widespread hearing health problem. Commonly known as "ringing in the ears," Tinnitus is the perception of sound when no actual external noise is present, and there is currently no cure for most types of Tinnitus. Additionally, the American Tinnitus Association(2) states, "Millions of Americans experience Tinnitus, often to a debilitating degree, making it one of the most common health conditions in the country. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control estimates that 15% of the general public - over 50 million Americans - experience some form of Tinnitus, with approximately 20 million struggling with chronic Tinnitus, and two million living with extreme and debilitating cases."

"We're committed to advancing the clinical capabilities for how HyperSound Technology can help individuals with hearing issues," said Rodney Schutt, SVP and General Manager for the HyperSound business at Turtle Beach Corporation. "HyperSound is still in its infancy as the HyperSound Clear 500P has been out less than a year, and in that time we've addressed two prominent hearing healthcare issues. First, we've re-created a comfortable home entertainment environment where people with hearing loss and their family and friends can return to the TV room and enjoy the latest entertainment together, and now we may be able to provide relief for people suffering from Tinnitus. These are groundbreaking, all-new solutions for managing these two specific hearing issues that affect millions of people around the world, and we plan to continue to research and test other areas where HyperSound Technology may have the potential to be a hearing healthcare solution or provide exceptional improvements in the home entertainment environment."

Added Dr. Ritvik Mehta, Founder and Medical Director of the California Hearing & Balance Center, "As a hearing healthcare professional, I'm very excited to be part of another significant breakthrough in hearing healthcare, driven by Turtle Beach's HyperSound Technology and backed with our research. Our clinical study included 11 adult patients living with chronic Tinnitus, and initial results demonstrate impressive reductions in Tinnitus loudness and annoyance, when sitting in the HyperSound Clear 500P's directed audio beam using the Tinnitus add-on."

While there's no cure for Tinnitus, one of the current treatment methods is to wear headphones, earbuds or a hearing aid that delivers sounds to cancel-out the perceived "ringing in the ears." Unfortunately, while an effective solution, wearing any of these devices is often uncomfortable, especially over long periods of time and at night when trying to sleep. The new Tinnitus add-on for Turtle Beach's HyperSound Clear 500P comes pre-programmed with nine soothing sounds, including steam, rain, wind, fan, shower, forest, waves, white and brown noises from which users can choose, and when pointed at a person with Tinnitus, may relieve the "ringing in the ears" sound. The key difference with the HyperSound Clear 500P is that now people have the freedom to sit in their favorite spot in the house, or sleep comfortably in their bed without wearing any device on their head. This has the potential to improve the quality of life for somebody living with chronic Tinnitus.

HyperSound Technology is a fundamentally new approach to sound delivery that generates a directional, narrow beam of audio in the air that can be pointed to a very specific location. Similar to how a flashlight directs a beam of light, the HyperSound Clear 500P directs a beam of audio to targeted listeners, delivering an immersive, 3D audio experience, which helps people hear and understand the television more clearly.

To learn more about Turtle Beach's HyperSound Technology, the HyperSound Clear 500P and the new Tinnitus add-on feature, please visit the official website at http://hypersoundhearing.com.  Dr. Mehta and Dr. Mattson are paid consultants of Turtle Beach.

About Turtle Beach Corporation
Turtle Beach Corporation (http://corp.turtlebeach.com) designs innovative, market-leading audio products for the consumer, healthcare and commercial sectors. Under its award-winning Turtle Beach brand (http://www.turtlebeach.com), the Company has been the clear market share leader for the past five-plus years with its wide selection of acclaimed gaming headsets for use with Xbox One and PlayStation(®)4, as well as personal computers and mobile/tablet devices. Under the HyperSound brand (http://www.hypersound.com), the Company markets pioneering directed audio solutions that have applications in hearing healthcare, digital signage and kiosks and consumer electronics. The Company's shares are traded on the NASDAQ Exchange under the symbol: HEAR.

Cautionary Note on Forward-Looking Statements
This press release includes forward-looking information and statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Except for historical information contained in this release, statements in this release may constitute forward-looking statements regarding assumptions, projections, expectations, targets, intentions or beliefs about future events. Forward looking statements are based on management's statements containing the words "may", "could", "would", "should", "believe", "expect", "anticipate", "plan", "estimate", "target", "project", "intend" and similar expressions constitute forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement. Forward-looking statements are based on management's current belief, as well as assumptions made by, and information currently available to, management.

While the Company believes that its expectations are based upon reasonable assumptions, there can be no assurances that its goals and strategy will be realized. Numerous factors, including risks and uncertainties, may affect actual results and may cause results to differ materially from those expressed in forward-looking statements made by the Company or on its behalf. Some of these factors include, but are not limited to, risks related to the Company's liquidity, the substantial uncertainties inherent in acceptance of existing and future products, the difficulty of commercializing and protecting new technology, the impact of competitive products and pricing, general business and economic conditions, risks associated with the expansion of our business including the implementation of any businesses we acquire, our indebtedness, and other factors discussed in our public filings, including the risk factors included in the Company's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and the Company's other periodic reports. Except as required by applicable law, including the securities laws of the United States and the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Company is under no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement after the date of this release whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise.

(1 )Mehta, R., Mattson, S., & Seitzman, R., Kappus, B. (2015, August). Speech recognition in the sound field: directed audio vs. conventional speakers. Audiology Online, Article 14901. Retrieved from http://www.audiologyonline.com.

(2 )Source: American Tinnitus Association website. Retrieved from https://www.ata.org/understanding-facts.

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Philips showcases commitment to helping the world sleep better with innovative sleep-disordered breathing solutions and light therapy innovations at IFA

BERLIN, Sept. 1, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- At this year's Internationale Funkausstellung (IFA), taking place in Berlin, Germany from September 2-7, Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA) is presenting innovations that empower people to live healthier lives across the health continuum, from prevention, to diagnosis, to treatment. During this year's show, Philips will highlight its vision for transforming the future of sleep. With more patients seeking medical care for sleep disorders(1), the world is waking up to the challenge of healthy sleep, its impact on overall health and the need for a good night's rest.

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During IFA, Philips will present innovations that help people get the rest they deserve, including the Dream Family solution designed to improve the sleep therapy experience for people with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). More than 100 million people worldwide(2) are estimated to have OSA, a serious condition that is treated with positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy. The Dream Family, comprised of the DreamWear mask, DreamStation PAP device and DreamMapper patient engagement app, is designed to engage sleep apnea patients with one of the most comfortable and effective therapies available. With the most comprehensive suite of connectivity options among all PAP therapy systems, Dream Family works as a connected solution to keep patients engaged in their therapy and linked to their care teams.

The components of the Dream Family were inspired by feedback from more than 900 patients, as well as insights from clinicians who treat sleep apnea. This input, combined with Philips' more than four decades of experience developing revolutionary patient-centric solutions, led to the award-winning design of the Dream Family. Since their launch in October 2015, DreamWear and DreamStation have been honored for excellence in design, including recent iF Design, Red Dot, Good Design Australia and Core77 accolades.

"Sleep therapy can be challenging, and our goal is to help people across the globe get a better night's rest - whether they live with a chronic sleep condition or are struggling to achieve eight hours a night," said John Frank, CEO, Sleep and Respiratory Care, Philips. "Next to nutrition and exercise, sleep is the third pillar of health and now we are looking to the future for all people who need help with improving their sleep quality. We intend to make good sleep possible for everyone."

In addition to the Dream Family, Philips will be showcasing two light therapy solutions designed to improve the experience of getting out of bed. These include:

    --  EnergyUp Energy Lights: Philips' EnergyUp lights help combat energy dips
        caused by jet lag, long hours inside an office or general fatigue. The
        EnergyUp Natural White light mimics the natural energizing power of
        daylight, and is clinically proven to increase energy levels and mood to
        help users stay sharp(3). With its highly portable design, the EnergyUp
        Intense Blue light is easy for people to use when traveling or at the
        office, the environments where people are most likely to experience
        fatigue.
    --  Wake-up Light: Inspired by nature's sunrise, the Philips Wake-up Light
        creates a gentle, refreshing wake-up experience to wake the user up
        gradually. It is clinically proven to provide a more energetic wake-up
        in the morning(4), and provides a relaxed, easy wake-up and reduces
        sleepiness after waking up. Available in a variety of options and price
        points, the technology allows users to simulate the sunrise and choose
        the preferred sound for their wake-up.
Philips at IFA
The Philips press conference takes place on September 1 at 12:15pm in Hall 22, Messe Berlin. The live stream of the event can be seen at http://www.ifa.philips.com. Pieter Nota, CEO Personal Health businesses and Chief Marketing Officer at Philips, will be joined on stage by Chris Worp, Head of Business Group Home from Philips Lighting, and Kostas Vouzas, Senior Director Business EMEA at TP Vision.

For further information on the latest Philips innovations at IFA 2016 please visit http://www.ifa.philips.com, follow Philips at IFA on Twitter @PhilipsLiveFrom, or visit our additional social media channels on YouTube and LinkedIn.

For further information, please contact:
Alicia Cafardi

Philips
alicia.cafardi@philips.com

412-523-9616

About Royal Philips
Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA) is a leading health technology company focused on improving people's health and enabling better outcomes across the health continuum from healthy living and prevention, to diagnosis, treatment and home care. Philips leverages advanced technology and deep clinical and consumer insights to deliver integrated solutions. The company is a leader in diagnostic imaging, image-guided therapy, patient monitoring and health informatics, as well as in consumer health and home care. Headquartered in the Netherlands, Philips' health technology portfolio generated 2015 sales of EUR 16.8 billion and employs approximately 69,000 employees with sales and services in more than 100 countries. News about Philips can be found at http://www.philips.com/newscenter.

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Introducing The New Stylus Family for a Connected Life: Bamboo Omni, Bamboo Solo and Bamboo Duo

In our connected world we are constantly changing between smartphones, tablets and different operating systems to complete even simple tasks. Wacom introduces a new stylus family that allows for quick input and precise response across different mobile devices. The Bamboo Omni is a fine-tip stylus, that works instantly on most iOS and Android(TM) touchscreens with a simple twist. The re-imagined Bamboo Solo and Bamboo Duo feature a new stylish, comfortable design for precise navigation and a clean touchscreen. Now navigating or writing on a touchscreen is as intuitive and comfortable as a favorite pen.

BERLIN, Sept. 1, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Wacom(®) redefines the stylus experience with the introduction of the Bamboo Omni, an innovative fine-tip stylus that works on most iOS and Android touchscreens, and the updated Bamboo Solo and Bamboo Duo styli. With the new line-up Wacom offers an intuitive, ergonomic and stylish solution to the challenges of touchscreens, allowing users to easily navigate through their digital lives and quickly capture their ideas.

"When a new idea crosses our minds or we quickly need to make a note, we intuitively reach for a pen. From our research we knew the Bamboo Omni, like a favorite pen, needed to be simple to use, have broad compatibility and have a fine tip," said Mike Gay, Senior Vice President for Wacom's Consumer Business Unit. "The new Bamboo Omni is the perfect pen for a connected life. It's fast - just twist it to turn it on and you're ready to work on Android and iOS touchscreens." The fine tip and its broad compatibility mean that someone using the Bamboo Omni can immediately transition from drawing on a Snapchat or WeChat photo on a smartphone, to marking up a PDF or creating a list on a tablet.

Bamboo Omni - The stylus with a twist
This fine-tip stylus is designed for quick note taking and provides an intuitive experience in note-taking apps, such as Bamboo Paper. A simple twist and the Bamboo Omni is ready to use - no pairing needed. The stylus instantly works across iOS and Android touchscreen devices.

The stylus uses the innovative RES (Reflective Electro Static) technology and is charged via USB. The 1.9 mm thin tip is durable and soft on the screen. The Bamboo Omni has an ergonomic triangular design and a premium soft-touch surface that feels comfortable and well-balanced. The stylus is available in black or white.

Bamboo Solo and Bamboo Duo - A better touchscreen experience
The Bamboo Solo and Bamboo Duo have a fresh new look and, like the Bamboo Omni, feature a comfortable triangle shape and soft-touch surface. The Bamboo Solo and Bamboo Duo allow for a more precise, smudge-free interaction with all touchscreen devices. The long-lasting and replaceable carbon fiber tip works smoothly on all touchscreens including iOS, Android or Windows® smartphones, tablets or PCs. The Bamboo Duo combines this with a replaceable ballpoint pen added at the opposite end of the pen, turning it into a two-in-one stylus for fluid writing on screens and on paper.

#makingthefuture
To share the ideas that the new stylus line enables, Wacom is celebrating the innovators worldwide with #makingthefuture. Live from IFA, Wacom invites attendees to create and share their vision of the future using Wacom's tools, including the new stylus line, the Bamboo smartpads and the new cloud-based Inkspace. Digital and in-booth visitors can start #makingthefuture by sharing ideas that range from the future of communication to the future of art, food or tech. A sketch note artist will combine the input into a cohesive piece of digital art. These ideas will be captured and shared in an upcoming ebook.

Pricing and availability
The Bamboo Omni will be available for purchase in November in most countries. Bamboo Solo and Bamboo Duo are available for purchase online at the Wacom Estore and select retail outlets.

    Bamboo Solo (black,           USD 19.95 /EUR
     white, blue, red)            19.90 /GBP 16.90

    Bamboo Duo (black, white,     USD 29.95 /EUR
     blue, pink)                  29.90 /GBP 24.90

    Bamboo Omni (black,           USD 49.95 /EUR
     white)                       49.90 /GBP 34.90
*All prices in EUR and GBP incl. VAT.

The Bamboo Paper note-taking app for iOS, Android and Windows is free for download in the respective app stores and offers in app purchases for extra features. The subscription to Inkspace Basic cloud service is free, but requires signup for a Wacom ID. For more information, please visit the product pages on http://www.wacom.com.

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Bamboo Omni:http://bit.ly/2bWxf4f

About Wacom                                                             

Founded in Japan in 1983, Wacom is now a global company with offices around the world supporting marketing and distribution in over 150 countries. For more than 30 years, Wacom has worked with the most creative people and organizations to inspire and equip them to make the world a more creative place.

Wacom's products have been used by loyal customers to create some of the most exciting digital art, films, special effects, fashion and product designs. They have also played a significant role in making technology accessible in a natural and intuitive way through pen tablets, interactive pen displays, digital interface solutions, stylus products and creative companions. These all make it possible for everyone to express their creativity in digital media, whether artists, business executives or people enjoying everyday creativity.  Wacom's interface technologies are offered as OEM solutions to leading manufacturers of tablet devices, smartphones and PCs.

Press Information:
A digital press kit including images and additional information is available for download here: https://wacom.box.com/v/IFA2016.

Press contact;
Francie King
Phone:503.525.3228
Email: francie.king@wacom.com

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Wacom is making the future of paper notebooks: the new Bamboo Slate and Bamboo Folio smartpads

Paper notebooks are often the last analog link within an otherwise fully digital life. With two smartpads and a range of new features in Wacom Inkspace, Wacom now offers a smooth and intuitive digital notetaking experience - seamlessly bridging the gap between paper notes and the digital workflow.

BERLIN, Sept. 1, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Today at IFA 2016, Wacom introduces the Bamboo Slate and Bamboo Folio smartpads. Two attractive and functional designs, two different paper sizes, and the new features of the Wacom Inkspace app and cloud services, including vector output and handwriting to text, offer users a range of choices to bring ideas from paper to the cloud and into the digital workflow - at home, at school and at work.

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"Paper notebooks still play an essential role at the beginning of the idea process," said Mike Gay, Senior Vice President for Wacom's Consumer Business Unit. "They are often the last analog step within an otherwise fully digital lifestyle. So our goal was simple: add the benefits of digital technology to the paper notebook and create an intuitive tool to help make ideas, no matter where and how they start."

Making the future of paper notebooks
Bamboo Folio and Bamboo Slate seamlessly bridge the gap between paper notes and the digital life with smartphones, cloud services and PCs. The smartpads are based on Wacom's EMR (Electro Magnetic Resonance) pen technology and make use of WILL(TM), Wacom's digital ink. This allows users to start their ideas with a pen on their favorite paper and with a simple push of a button turn their handwritten notes or sketches into digital files and save them in the Wacom Inkspace app.

"The challenge of paper is that it's final and difficult to share," explains Mike Gay. "But in Wacom's Inkspace, those handwritten notes are now living digitally, so users can edit their handwriting to shape their ideas and share them." The Wacom Inkspace app works on any Bluetooth enabled iOS or Android(TM) smartphone and tablet and offers all the advantages of working digitally, including easy editing, organizing and sharing. Features like the real time mode, the undo and redo option, as well as the pressure sensitivity make it intuitive and efficient.

When connected to the cloud, Inkspace offers even more benefits with a paid subscription. Users can now export their sketches as vector (.SVG) files, making them available for editing in creative software. The handwriting to text feature now supports rich text, which means bullet points and paragraphs are captured in the text. Inkspace offers a free and a paid subscription model.

#makingthefuture
To showcase the advantages of digital notetaking and to highlight the full potential of ink-based collaboration in the cloud, Wacom invites visitors at the IFA booth and followers on social media to start #makingthefuture and share their ideas about what they think the world should look like in the future. Topics range from the future of communication to new expressions in art. A sketch note artist will combine the input into a cohesive piece of digital art. These ideas will be captured and shared in an upcoming ebook.

Innovative design for individual workflows
Bamboo Slate and Bamboo Folio are designed to meet individual demands and support different uses ranging from notetaking and light sketching to mind mapping and visual thinking. The extended line-up of smartpads includes three different versions:

    --  Bamboo Slate is a slim smartpad to quickly capture ideas. It comes in a
        small (A5 / half letter) and large (A4/ letter) format.
    --  Bamboo Folio features an integrated cover with extra slots for business
        cards and other documents. It is designed to keep notes safe and ideas
        organized and comes in a large (A4 / letter) format.
Inkspace brings the promise of digital stationery to life
Bamboo Slate and Bamboo Folio connect to the new Wacom Inkspace app, which keeps all digital notes safely stored. Here they can easily be edited and shared. The app exports notes as JPG, PNG, PDF or WILL(TM) file formats and makes them available for Bamboo Paper, Inkspace, Dropbox, Evernote and OneNote. The Inkspace app is based on WILL(TM) universal ink and can be connected to the Inkspace cloud service, which offers subscriptions to a range of features for a tailor-made suite of digital solutions.

The free Inkspace Basic subscription only requires a sign up to the free Wacom ID. It provides safe storage of 5GB in the cloud and allows easy sharing across different devices including smartphones, tablets and computers to access ideas anytime from everywhere. The advanced Inkspace Plus subscription available on the Wacom Marketplace unlocks even more features for a professional workflow. It converts handwriting to rich text, includes vector export in SVG and searches handwritten notes for further editing, quick recall and increased productivity. It offers 50 GB storage, professional sharing in teams and allows real-time collaboration in editable digital ink files. Owners of the Bamboo Folio and Bamboo Slate get a 3-month free subscription to Inkspace Plus after which they gain access to the service at a discount.

Pricing and availability
The three versions of the new Bamboo Slate and Bamboo Folio will be available for purchase online at the Wacom Estore and select retail outlets.

Bamboo Slate, Small (A5/half letter) USD 129.95 / EUR 129.90 / GBP 90.90
Bamboo Slate, Large (A4/letter)      USD 149.95 / EUR 149.90 / GBP 104.90
Bamboo Folio, Large (A4/letter)      USD 199.95 / EUR 199.90 / GBP 139.90

*All prices in EUR and GBP incl. VAT.

The Wacom Inkspace app for iOS and Android is free for download in the respective app stores. The subscription to Inkspace Basic cloud service is free, but requires a free Wacom ID. The advanced Inkspace Plus subscription is available on the Wacom Marketplace for three months for free, then for only $2.99 per month (instead of $4.99).

For more information on Bamboo Slate, Bamboo Folio and Inkspace, please visit the following pages:
Bamboo Slate:http://bit.ly/prnwbambooslate

Bamboo Folio:http://bit.ly/prnwbamboofolio
Inkspace:http://bit.ly/prnwinkspace
Bamboo blog:http://bit.ly/prnwbambooblog

About Wacom

Founded in Japan in 1983, Wacom is now a global company with offices around the world supporting marketing and distribution in over 150 countries. For more than 30 years, Wacom has worked with the most creative people and organizations to inspire and equip them to make the world a more creative place.

Wacom's products have been used by loyal customers to create some of the most exciting digital art, films, special effects, fashion and product designs. They have also played a significant role in making technology accessible in a natural and intuitive way through pen tablets, interactive pen displays, digital interface solutions, stylus products and creative companions. These all make it possible for everyone to express their creativity in digital media, whether artists, business executives or people enjoying everyday creativity.  Wacom's interface technologies are offered as OEM solutions to leading manufacturers of tablet devices, smartphones and PCs.

Press Information:

A digital press kit including images and additional information is available for download here: https://wacom.box.com/v/IFA2016.

Press contact:
Francie King

Phone: 503.525.3228

Email: francie.king@wacom.com

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Sony Announces the MDR-1000X, Wireless Headphones with Industry-Leading Noise Cancellation Performance

Hear what matters most with responsive noise cancelling, a personalized experience, wireless freedom, and Hi-Res Audio that allows listeners to focus on music in its purest form.

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 1, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Sony Electronics announced the MDR-1000X premium wireless headphones with industry leading noise cancellation performance, offering the most responsive cancellation of ambient sound frequency range on the market.(1)

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"The MDR-1000X are not just Sony's best-ever noise-cancelling headphones," said Dunja LaRosa, Director, and Head of Mobile Audio at Sony Electronics. "They are also great looking, and most importantly, fantastic sounding headphones worthy of the Sony name and tradition."

Sony's Best Noise Cancelling

The MDR-1000X is the new flagship of Sony's noise cancelling headphones lineup. A number of advancements have been put into these headphones to make them industry-leading, such as the signal processing to pursue the best noise cancelling performance with upgraded filtering process, optimized dual noise sensor technology, and newly developed ear pads. Thanks to these advancements, MDR-1000X provides a secure noise isolation and listeners can immerse themselves in the music without any distractions or simply enjoy the silence. In addition, a personal NC optimizer tailors the noise cancelling performance for the individual ears. The headphones analyze the shape of their head and their wearing style (such as hairstyle and wearing glasses or not), providing a customized noise-cancelling experience. This personalized listening experience is realized by the newly developed SENSE ENGINE((TM)2)(.)

Premium Sound Quality

To assure the highest quality listening experience, the MDR-1000X supports Hi-Res Audio playback with a wired connection so listeners can hear every detail, just as the artist intended. Sony's S-Master HX(TM) audio amplifier also supports Hi-Res to maintain the purity of the original signals for highly faithful sound reproduction. And for the best possible wireless performance, Sony's exclusive LDAC(TM) technology delivers audio at three times higher quality than conventional Bluetooth streaming. When listening to compressed digital music (MP3, ACC, ATRAC, and WMA) the MDR-1000X are Sony's first headphones with the DSEE HX(TM) built-in to upscale compressed music from any source to near Hi-Res Audio sound quality, even in wireless mode.

Hassle-Free Travel

"Quick Attention" mode assures listeners will not miss a word that is spoken while enjoying music or a movie. Instantly activated by placing a hand on the side of the headphone shell, it allows natural sound to come through. Now travelers no longer have to remove their headphones to hear announcements or the flight attendant asking for their drink order. "Ambient Sound Mode" changes the sound settings so that consumers hear the ambient sounds around them, enabling them to be aware of announcements or discussions with colleagues, while still enjoying their music. These unique listening experiences are also realized by SENSE ENGINE.

An up to 20-hour battery life(3) in wireless mode with noise cancelling on enables travelers to use these headphones during flights to far-flung destinations on a single charge. Designed with the style conscious traveler in mind, they look as good as they feel. With a swivel and folding design, they can quickly be stowed away in a carry-on bag ready to jet off to the next destination.

Pricing andAvailability

MDR-1000X Wireless Headphones are priced at $399.99 MSRP. Presales start today. They will be available in October, 2016 and will be sold at Amazon, B&H Photo-Video, and most Best Buy and InMotion Entertainment locations, as well as other selected Sony Authorized Dealers. Available in two colors, black or gray-beige, the headphones come with a durable synthetic-leather carrying case, audio and power cables, and an adapter for airplane use.

For more information, please visit http://www.sony.com/news and http://www.sony.com/electronics/audio

(1) As of September 1st 2016. According to research by Sony Corporation, measured using JEITA-compliant guidelines. In noise cancelling headphones market. (JEITA: Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association)
(2) SENSE ENGINE is an integrated technology of Sony's unique audio signal processing and analyzing techniques. This technology provides an individualized experience for every single sound, including music and ambient sound, tailored to each user's preferences. SENSE ENGINE is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
(3) Actual performance varies based on settings, environmental conditions, and usage.

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One Signature Sound: Sony Pushes the Boundaries with Ultimate 'Signature Series' Audio Range

Reference standard headphones, Walkman® players and a headphone amplifier designed to elevate personal music listening to a whole new level, and engineered with meticulous attention to detail, using the highest quality materials to deliver exceptional sound quality with High Resolution Audio.

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 1, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of its 70(th) anniversary celebration, Sony Electronics unveiled today a new line of high resolution personal audio products that have been specifically designed to deliver the ultimate in music performance. All four models - including the MDR-Z1R headphones, NW-WM1Z and NW-WM1A Walkman® players, and the TA-ZH1ES headphone amplifier - have been meticulously crafted to address the needs of the most demanding music enthusiasts.

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Designed to complement each other as a "Signature Series", together the headphones, Walkman® and amplifier bring the ultimate sound quality to listeners' ears. Taking an unconventional approach to design, Sony brought together the highest quality materials and structures for reproducing the best possible sound. The organic shapes visible in every detail reflect a design based on the laws of physics for creating superior audio quality. All materials have been selected based on the principals of acoustic design.

"This series of audio products faithfully conveys the heart and soul that artists pour into their music, from the sublime resonance of an orchestra to the overflowing passion of a live concert," said Dunja LaRosa, Director, and Head of Mobile Audio at Sony Electronics. "Together, the Signature Series devices push sound to an entirely new level - taking the headphone experience from 'listening' to 'feeling.'"

Headphones Developed in a Mastering Studio

The Signature Series features the new premier MDR-Z1R headphones optimized for hi-res personal listening enjoyment. The headphones utilize a 70mm, magnesium dome HD driver for the widest frequency response (up to 120kHZ) possible; along with a lightweight aluminum coated LCP edge diaphragm, and a powerful neodymium magnet, ensuring greater velocity, less signal loss and more natural sound.

Spatial resonance is minimized thanks to the Z1R's resonance-free housing in which an acoustic resister is used to optimally control ventilation. The headband is constructed from lightweight, flexible beta titanium for more elasticity. Both the headband and ergonomically correct ear pads are covered in genuine leather for added comfort. The balanced cable uses the new industry 4.4mm plug and the ear cup connection jack utilizes a non-magnetic plated Corson alloy jack for low resistance.

Most significantly, the MDR-Z1R was developed in collaboration with one of the top mastering engineers at Sony Music Battery Studios, who benchmarked its overall performance in comparison with his super high-end reference speakers.

Not Just a Player but an Instrument

A highlight of the Signature Series is the new flagship NW-WM1Z Walkman®, which features an entirely new, gold-plated, oxygen-free, copper chassis to help reduce contact resistance and oxidation while minimizing magnetic interference. It incorporates a dual clock circuit with low phase noise quartz oscillator, which achieves superior sound reproduction at virtually any volume setting. To further reduce noise, both the WM1Z and WM1A utilize separate analog and digital circuitry as well.

Both models also support virtually every popular Hi-Res music format, including 384kHz/32bit recording and Quad (11.2MHz) DSD native playback if used with a balanced connection and a compatible listening device, such as the Z1R headphones. Additionally, they feature selectable multimode DSEE-HX(TM) signal processing with five settings: Standard, Female Vocal, Male Vocal, Percussion, or Strings, to carefully upscale lower bit rate files to near High Resolution Audio quality. High output S-Master HX(TM) technology and a power supply that uses newly developed FT CAP high polymer capacitors to improve bass response.

To further enhance the user experience, the WM1 Series includes a new touch panel UI design with more intuitive operation and elegantly recessed side panel controls. Plus, the WM1Z provides refinements that one expects only from Sony, including being the first music player using cable engineered with Kimber Kable®.

The Elevated Standard in Headphone Amplifiers

Finally, the Signature Series marks the introduction of the TA-ZH1ES, the first headphone amplifier to carry the coveted ES brand. It features a new D.A. Hybrid Amplifier Circuit, which utilizes the combination of Sony's full digital amplifier S-Master HX(TM) together with an analog amplifier circuit, preserving fine detail sound of S-Master HX(TM) and low distortion sound with the support of an analog amplifier circuit.

Additionally, the new ZH1ES supports the vast majority of Hi-Res music formats, including the highest resolution native DSD and PCM recordings. For preserving the feeling of original sound, ZH1ES has new DSEE HX(TM), which has selectable multimode for up sampling lower resolution music and DSD Remastering Engine which converts PCM sources to DSD 11.2MHz

The newly developed Frame/Beam/Wall (FBW) chassis combines Wall structure with the familiar FB chassis that has been cultivated in the ES series. The Wall is created by shaving extruded aluminum and realizes a ridged body that can suppress unnecessary vibration. Also, the Acoustically Tuned Panel achieves the ideal sound while controlling vibration and resonance. It also supports a wide variety of headphone connectors, including both balanced and unbalanced designs without any compromise.

Pricing and Availability

The new NW-WM1Z Walkman®, MDR-Z1R headphones and TA-ZH1ES Headphone Amplifier will be available this November, while the NW-WM1A Walkman® will be available early next year. All four models will be available via a select group of Sony authorized dealers.

The MDR-Z1R Signature Series headphones MSRP is $2,299.99

The NW-WM1Z Signature Series Walkman® MSRP is $3,199.99

The NW-WM1A Signature Series Walkman® MSRP is $1,199.99

The TA-ZH1ES Signature Series headphone amplifier MSRP is $2,199.99

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CONTACT: Thomas Laemmel, Sony Home Entertainment and Sound, Office: 858.942.9564, Thomas.Laemmel@am.sony.com, http://www.sony.com/news

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DJI Makes Your Smartphone Smarter with the New Osmo Mobile

Stabilized system turns smartphones into intelligent motion cameras

BERLIN, Sept. 1, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- DJI, the world leader in creative camera technology, Thursday launched the Osmo Mobile, an extension for smartphones that turns them into intelligent, precision camera systems.

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Using DJI's signature three-axis gimbal stabilization and SmoothTrack(TM) technology, the Osmo Mobile enables smartphone users to shoot effortless, high-quality photos and videos on the go.

In combination with the DJI GO App, cinematic photos and videos can be live streamed or shared instantly on various social media channels. DJI's ActiveTrack function allows users to simply tap the screen to automatically create perfectly framed shots of objects in motion. Users no longer have to choose between directing a shot or taking part in it.

"DJI continues to revolutionize the way we capture and share memories," said Frank Wang, DJI CEO and founder. " The Osmo Mobile combines the best of DJI's beloved Osmo smart stabilization technology with the robust DJI GO app. This is a breakthrough, allowing smartphone users unprecedented control of and creative possibilities for their devices."

The Osmo Mobile's three-axis stabilization technology increases precision down to 0.03 degrees of accuracy. In combination with DJI's SmoothTrack technology, which compensates for shaking and small movements, the Osmo Mobile makes it easy for anyone to capture smooth, cinematic shots.

By using the trigger control, users can access various modes, as well as switch between the phone's front and rear cameras. Camera settings, such as ISO, shutter speed and white balance are reachable directly onscreen.

The Osmo Mobile is compatible with most recent smartphone models, including the iPhone 5, iPhone 6, iPhone 6s Plus, the Samsung Galaxy S7 and Huawei Mate 8. It should accommodate any Android or iOS smartphone with a width between 2.31 and 3.34 inches.

Key features of the Osmo Mobile include:

    --  Three-axis stabilization
    --  Intelligent SmoothTrack
    --  User-friendly DJI GO App with powerful functions (including ActiveTrack,
        Motion Time lapse, Live Stream, Panorama, Long Exposure, Camera
        Settings)
    --  Trigger control (double-tap for re-center, triple-tap to change between
        front and rear-end camera, long press for locking gimbal direction)
    --  Different operation modes (Standard, Portrait, Flashlight and
        Underslung)
    --  Bluetooth connection
    --  3.5 mm Charging/Upgrade Port
    --  Compatible with DJI Osmo accessories
The Osmo Mobile's U.S. retail price is US$299. Units are available for order and shipment on September 1, 2016.

For more information about the Osmo Mobile, please visit
http://www.dji.com/product/osmo-mobile

View and download high resolution photos and videos of the Osmo Mobile here
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DJI is offering an extended, one-year warranty - Osmo Shield. The Osmo Shield doubles the DJI warranty period to two years after the purchase of a brand new Osmo Mobile. Provided under the warranty is unlimited maintenance (conditions apply) and one-time only accidental hardware damage coverage, including water damage. Osmo Shield is now available in the U.S., Canada and mainland China.

Osmo Shield details available here: 
http://www.dji.com/service/osmo-shield

About DJI

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

For more information, visit our website: http://www.dji.com

Follow us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/DJI

Follow us on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/DJIGlobal

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DJI Makes Your Smartphone Smarter with the New Osmo Mobile

Stabilized system turns smartphones into intelligent motion cameras

BERLIN, Sept. 1, 2016 /CNW/ -- DJI, the world leader in creative camera technology, Thursday launched the Osmo Mobile, an extension for smartphones that turns them into intelligent, precision camera systems.

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Using DJI's signature three-axis gimbal stabilization and SmoothTrack(TM) technology, the Osmo Mobile enables smartphone users to shoot effortless, high-quality photos and videos on the go.

In combination with the DJI GO App, cinematic photos and videos can be live streamed or shared instantly on various social media channels. DJI's ActiveTrack function allows users to simply tap the screen to automatically create perfectly framed shots of objects in motion. Users no longer have to choose between directing a shot or taking part in it.

"DJI continues to revolutionize the way we capture and share memories," said Frank Wang, DJI CEO and founder. " The Osmo Mobile combines the best of DJI's beloved Osmo smart stabilization technology with the robust DJI GO app. This is a breakthrough, allowing smartphone users unprecedented control of and creative possibilities for their devices."

The Osmo Mobile's three-axis stabilization technology increases precision down to 0.03 degrees of accuracy. In combination with DJI's SmoothTrack technology, which compensates for shaking and small movements, the Osmo Mobile makes it easy for anyone to capture smooth, cinematic shots.

By using the trigger control, users can access various modes, as well as switch between the phone's front and rear cameras. Camera settings, such as ISO, shutter speed and white balance are reachable directly onscreen.

The Osmo Mobile is compatible with most recent smartphone models, including the iPhone 5, iPhone 6, iPhone 6s Plus, the Samsung Galaxy S7 and Huawei Mate 8. It should accommodate any Android or iOS smartphone with a width between 2.31 and 3.34 inches.

Key features of the Osmo Mobile include:

    --  Three-axis stabilization
    --  Intelligent SmoothTrack
    --  User-friendly DJI GO App with powerful functions (including ActiveTrack,
        Motion Time lapse, Live Stream, Panorama, Long Exposure, Camera
        Settings)
    --  Trigger control (double-tap for re-center, triple-tap to change between
        front and rear-end camera, long press for locking gimbal direction)
    --  Different operation modes (Standard, Portrait, Flashlight and
        Underslung)
    --  Bluetooth connection
    --  3.5 mm Charging/Upgrade Port
    --  Compatible with DJI Osmo accessories
The Osmo Mobile's U.S. retail price is US$299. Units are available for order and shipment on September 1, 2016.

For more information about the Osmo Mobile, please visit
http://www.dji.com/product/osmo-mobile

View and download high resolution photos and videos of the Osmo Mobile here
http://bit.ly/2cor9g0

DJI is offering an extended, one-year warranty - Osmo Shield. The Osmo Shield doubles the DJI warranty period to two years after the purchase of a brand new Osmo Mobile. Provided under the warranty is unlimited maintenance (conditions apply) and one-time only accidental hardware damage coverage, including water damage. Osmo Shield is now available in the U.S., Canada and mainland China.

Osmo Shield details available here: 
http://www.dji.com/service/osmo-shield

About DJI

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

For more information, visit our website: http://www.dji.com

Follow us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/DJI

Follow us on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/DJIGlobal

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Libratone Introduces Q Adapt In-Ear Earbuds, Eliminates the Need for Bulky Batteries by Utilizing Apple's Lightning Connector

With four noise-cancellation settings and a more comfortable, natural fit in a listener's ear, the Q Adapt isolates superb sound for flexible living at home and on the go.

SANTA CLARA, Calif., and COPENHAGEN, Denmark, Sept. 1, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Libratone introduced Q Adapt In-Ear earbuds, featuring a battery-free design, with active noise cancellation, exclusively for Apple's Lightning connector port. With four levels of noise cancellation, users can select how much of the outside world they want to let into their listening experience, whether it's none at all when stuck on a bustling commuter train, or just enough to remain safe and aware of surroundings while jogging on a busy street.

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Created in Copenhagen by leading acoustic and product engineers, the Q Adapt In-Ear earbuds reflect the same principles as Libratone's award-winning line of wireless speakers--stylish design, superior acoustic performance and adaptability. The inspired engineering and design of the Q Adapt In-Ear, with four levels of noise cancellation, allow it to function in countless situations for the on-the-go listener. Users can personalize their soundspace and ensure safer listening, no matter the environment, making it just as easy to reduce as to let in ambient, outside noise. The Q Adapt In-Ear earbuds draw power from Apple's Lightning connector, allowing for its sleek, lightweight, simple design, without the need for a clunky battery pack.

"Just as Libratone's family of speakers have liberated listeners to take their music wherever they choose, Q Adapt, as its name implies, also adapts to how consumers want an even greater level of flexibility that compromises neither style nor sound quality," said Libratone CEO Jan McNair. "Q Adapt continues to broaden our focus, beyond redefining speakers, to meet the needs of today's elastic lifestyle."

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Q Adapt In-Ear features a lean, stylish design because it uses the Apple Lightning connector port on an iPhone or iPad as a power source. Libratone eliminates the need for listeners to worry about charging or having to replace batteries in their noise-cancelling earbuds, and anyone on-the-go will never have to hassle with pulling out their iPhone to adjust the volume or noise cancellation settings, change a song, or to even take a call. The dedicated four-button Combox provides one button for volume up; one for volume down; one to toggle between play/pause, skip/back, take/end call, and Siri; and one for the four active noise cancellation settings and talk-through. The earbuds come in four colors - elegant nude, cloudy white, stormy black and rose pink - and feature a soft, fabric-covered cable. They also are equipped with three sizes of interchangeable, uniquely designed, ultra-comfortable rubber earpieces. Fitting more naturally into the ear than plunger-style earbuds or ear-hook designs, these ergonomic earpieces offer maximum acoustic and noise-cancelling performance.

"Music has become so personal," said Libratone President Mike Culver, "and the ability to take it along for the ride, and to safely enjoy it no matter the setting or activity, without the hassles of recharging or dealing with an awkward control, makes the Q Adapt In-Ear the ideal flexible-living music accessory."

The Q Adapt In-Ear earbuds will be available in mid-September for $179 at libratone.com and will ship to customers at the beginning of October. 

In early October, Libratone will introduce Q Adapt On-Ear Bluetooth headphones, which like the earbuds, feature four settings of active noise cancellation.

About Libratone
Founded in 2009 in Copenhagen, Denmark, Libratone was launched by sound and design engineers hailing from the esteemed likes of Bang & Olufsen and Bower & Wilkins, with a focus on blending the best in Scandinavian design with innovative, wireless acoustic technology products for consumers who enjoy music on the go. Libratone specializes in high-performance audio speakers and audio products that deliver a warm, deeply immersive listening experience while meeting the needs of today's Elastic Lifestyle.

Press materials can be found at:www.libratone.com/press
Facebook:www.facebook.com/Libratone
www: libratone.com
Twitter: @Libratone
Instagram: @Libratone
Shop:libratone.com

For more information, please contact:
Mark de la Viña
Consort Partners for Libratone
libratone@consortpartners.com
415-282-4795

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Epson Introduces Two Versatile Document Scanners to its Commercial Scanner Portfolio

New DS-530 and DS-1630 Streamline Workflow and Increase Productivity with Faster Scanning Speeds and Seamless Integration with Document Management Systems

LONG BEACH, Calif., Sept. 1, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Epson America, Inc., a leading provider of digital imaging solutions, today unveiled two new business solutions - the DS-530 and DS-1630 commercial document scanners. The DS-530 and the DS-1630 offer a complete set of software tools, allowing users to make a seamless transition to a paperless office. Both models feature a 50-page auto document feeder (ADF) for versatile scanning and come fully equipped with TWAIN and ISIS(® )drivers for seamless integration with existing document management systems. The DS-530 offers scan speeds up to 35 ppm/70 ipm(1) with enhanced paper feeding technology, making it one of the fastest, most accurate scanners in its class. The DS-1630 is a versatile auto-duplex, flatbed document scanner ideal for virtually any task, offering speeds up to 25 ppm(1). 

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"The DS-530 and DS-1630 enhance Epson's line-up of commercial document scanners, and provide strong desktop solutions for business customers," said Heather Johnston, product manager, Scanners, Epson America. "Not only are these two document scanners affordable with fast scan speeds, they are fully integrated with leading document management software systems."

More about the DS-530 and DS-1630

Epson makes it easy for businesses to incorporate high quality hardware into their existing infrastructure to streamline operations. The new document management solutions include TWAIN and ISIS drivers for simple integration with document management systems, enabling users to save time and money by directly scanning files into their existing workflow.

Both models offer easy one-touch scanning for users to directly save their files to folders, email and with Epson Document Capture software installed on a connected Windows PC or Mac, to online storage accounts including Dropbox(TM), SharePoint(®), FileBound(®), Evernote(®) and Google Drive(TM). In addition, both scanners are equipped with a robust software package including Epson Document Capture, ABBYY FineReader(2) and Presto! BizCard Reader. Both models also feature Epson Image Processing Technology for text and image enhancements such as auto crop, blank page and background removal. The OCR software can be used to either create searchable PDFs or editable files with Word(®) and Excel(®). The DS-530 and DS-1630 can be connected to the network with Epson's Network Interface Unit.

Epson DS-530 Enhanced Paper Feed Capabilities

The DS-530 offers enhanced features including a double feed detection skip button for stickered pages, a slow speed mode button for wrinkled or fragile paper, as well as dynamic skew correction to prevent misaligned scans. The DS-530 also includes a high performance dual-core CPU with hardware acceleration for image enhancements and sophisticated connectivity enabling faster scanning regardless of the connected PC's performance.

Epson DS-1630 Versatile Scanning Capabilities

The DS-1630 auto-duplex flatbed document scanner is designed for versatile scanning, including documents up to 8.5" x 14". Users can also take advantage of the flatbed to scan IDs, passports, fragile items and bulky items such as booklets and textbooks.

Availability and Support

The Epson DS-530 color duplex document scanner (MSRP: $399.99) and DS-1630 (MSRP: $299.99) flatbed color document scanner will be available in early October through select value added resellers, distributors nationwide, e-tailers and the Epson online store. Both scanners feature a one-year limited warranty, along with optional extended service plan featuring overnight exchange programs.

About Epson

Epson is a global technology leader dedicated to connecting people, things and information with its original efficient, compact and precision technologies. With a lineup that ranges from inkjet printers and digital printing systems to 3LCD projectors, smart glasses, sensing systems and industrial robots, the company is focused on driving innovations and exceeding customer expectations in inkjet, visual communications, wearables and robotics.

Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the Epson Group comprises more than 67,000 employees in 90 companies around the world, and is proud of its contributions to the communities in which it operates and its ongoing efforts to reduce environmental impacts.

Epson America, Inc., based in Long Beach, Calif., is Epson's regional headquarters for the U.S., Canada, and Latin America. To learn more about Epson, please visit: epson.com. You may also connect with Epson America on Facebook (facebook.com/Epson), Twitter (twitter.com/EpsonAmerica), YouTube (youtube.com/EpsonAmerica), and Instagram (instagram.com/EpsonAmerica).

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EPSON is a registered trademark and EPSON Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark of Seiko Epson Corporation. Mac and OS X are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Google Drive is a trademark of Google Inc. All other product and brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks. Copyright 2016 Epson America, Inc. CPD-52054 6/16

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CONTACT: Duane Brozek, Epson America, Inc., 562-290-5683, Duane_Brozek@ea.epson.com; Becki Gervin, Walt & Company, 408-369-7200, ext. 1070, bgervin@walt.com

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Alcatel Expands Mobile Virtual Reality Ecosystem with Exciting New Products and Partnerships

- VISION: A stylish wireless all-in-one virtual reality device offering a superb immersive experience in comfort and style

- Alcatel 360 Camera: A compact pocket-friendly, lightweight plug and play 360-degree camera allowing users to instantly create, share and enjoy 360° photos and video on their IDOL 4, IDOL 4S and POP 4S smartphones

- 360-degree Partnerships: Four of the world's most innovative 360-degree camera makers team up with Alcatel, widening its range of VR tools

BERLIN, Sept. 1, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Alcatel, a mobile device brand of TCL Communication, today announced the launch of two new products, VISION and Alcatel 360, making it the first global smartphone brand to offer its users an all-in-one virtual reality (VR) experience.

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At the same time, Alcatel announced new partnerships with four of the world's most innovative 360-degree camera makers at the IFA 2016 in Berlin.

VISION is the world's first all-in-one mobile home entertainment virtual reality device to be offered with entry-level pricing that is readily affordable. It can be worn comfortably for 2-3 hours, with or without glasses, allowing plenty of time for a child to take a VR tour of a museum or for watching a movie.

Anyone from a music lover to a hardcore gamer can enjoy VISION's superb VR entertainment capability. Alcatel partnered with Jaunt VR, Magic Interactive Entertainment and Fraunhofer, which will provide preloaded content and hardware to enable VISION users to immediately benefit from its enhanced capability and so get a better experience. 

Jaunt VR brings cinematic VR that gives users an exclusive, immersive 360-degree stereo video experience. For those who enjoy VR games, VISION includes Magic Interactive Entertainment's BattleBlock, a frisbee combat game designed for VR that supports a person-to-person mode. Fraunhofer offers an immersive audio solution to support VR, one that adapts real-time sound to correspondent perfectly with what's being seen while looking around.

The Alcatel 360 Camera, meanwhile, is an easy-to-use 360-degree camera that's available in two models, both with a dual 210-degree fisheye lens: a rectangular model, about half the size of a credit card, and a ball-shaped one, about the size of a coin. The compact, lightweight, plug and play Alcatel 360 allows users to capture then preview and share on the smartphones instantly.

The four new partnerships are with 360-degree camera makers 360fly, ALLie Camera, Arashi Vision (Insta 360 4K) and Primesom (Nico360). These camera makers provide more interesting and diverse features for our consumers, such as shockproof outdoor, always-on indoor and even enterprise-grade.

Commitment to Mobile VR
With its smartphone IDOL 4S, introduced earlier this year, Alcatel was the first mobile phone brand to put VR in-the-box and ship a smartphone with VR goggles. 

The new VR products and partnerships demonstrate Alcatel's commitment to mobile VR and the 360-degree camera industry - and to bringing its customers the latest technology at affordable prices.

"VR is the next big computing platform and will reshape the way we experience the world," said Nicolas Zibell, General Manager of International Business and President of TCL Communication. "That's why we're jumping in feet first. Our new mobile VR device and 360-degree camera are for those who believe that technology can change the world - and they want to be part of that change."

VISION: Freedom to Move
VISION is an all-in-one wireless mobile device that allows to enjoy an IMAX-format movie experience in their own home.

VISION is not tethered to a smartphone or computer, so users can move naturally while exploring VR environments. It charges quickly too, so there are no interruptions. With its streamlined, ergonomic design, VISION is easy to put on and comfortable to wear. VISION offers seamless immersion in virtual worlds thanks to a wide, 120-degree field of vision - the widest in its class.

It also integrates the lowest latency available, 17 milliseconds. Low latency is crucial to maintaining the illusion of being in a virtual world (and to keeping dizziness at bay). Offered in two color options, VISION also adjusts for myopia, eliminating the need for glasses or contact lenses when using the device.

Alcatel 360 Camera: Just Plug & Play to Create & Share
With an Alcatel 360 camera, everyone can be a VR filmmaker, creating original content to watch on VISION and other Alcatel VR products.

Alcatel 360 camera is pocket friendly, easy to carry and available in two models. The rectangular model is more compact, offering a thinner form factor, and the ball-shaped design maximizes 360° shooting and imitates film making design language.

Equipped with dual 210-degree fisheye lenses Alcatel 360 camera can be simply plugged into the micro USB port of any IDOL 4, IDOL 4S or POP 4S phone.

Budding filmmakers can then create VR videos or 360° photos in just a few simple steps. Group selfies are also easy to take with the super wide-angle lens.

360-degree Camera Partnerships
By partnering with 360fly, ALLie Camera, Arashi Vision and Primesom, all makers of 360-degree cameras that can be used with a smartphone, Alcatel is further embracing the 360-degree camera industry. 

With these partnerships, Alcatel wants to ensure that it will be easy for consumers to create, share and enjoy VR content. Alcatel and its partners will cooperate on joint communications, marketing and promotional activities. The products of Alcatel's partners will be available for tryout at the Alcatel IFA booths. The available cameras include: 360fly 4K, 360fly HD, ALLie Camera, Insta360 4K and Nico360.

"We are excited to partner with a leading and innovative mobile industry brand like Alcatel. They are taking a huge step ahead of the market by integrating 360-degree and VR content into their devices," said Dmitry Kozko, President of ALLie Camera. "We look forward to working with them to bring the best possible 360-degree and VR experiences to consumers across the globe and are honored to be the only partner to deliver users a true 360-degree experience with live streaming and 24/7 viewing and recording so they never miss a thing."

"As we continue to uphold our position as the definitive innovator and leader in the 360 camera space; 360fly is excited about the prospects of collectively growing this vertical through this strategic association with Alcatel," said Peter Adderton, CEO of 360fly. "There is incredible upside potential in this sector and we are optimistic that we will accomplish great things through our collective efforts."

Jingkang Liu, CEO of Arashi Vision, maker of Insta360 cameras, commented: "We believe we're entering a new era where people want to share and relive immersive experiences. We produce 360-degree VR technology to make it easy for people to do that. And in partnering with Alcatel, we think it is huge step to make that goal more accessible."

A Vision for the Future
With VISION, Alcatel 360 and its technology partnerships, Alcatel is staying true to its own vision of making the latest technology accessible to a wide range of consumers. "With dedicated research and design resources, Alcatel has made a long-term commitment to VR," said Zibell. "We're excited to be a world leader in the field."

To find out more about our products, please stop by Alcatel Booths 102 and 104, Hall 21B, at the IFA 2016 in Berlin.

Media Contacts
Linna YI - Global PR & EVENT Director - Alcatel Mobile Devices
M: +86-755-3664-5708 - linna.yi@tcl.com

Barbara GOVAERTS - Ogilvy Public Relations
M: +33 (0)1-53-67-12-61 - barbara.govaerts@ogilvy.com

About Alcatel Mobile Devices

TCL Communication Technology Holdings Limited (TCL Communication) designs, develops and markets a diverse range of mobile devices in more than 170 countries worldwide under the Alcatel brand. This represents over 90% of the TCL Communication's total sales and ranks as the world's #6 mobile device manufacturer and the #1 Chinese vendor in overseas markets (according to Q1 2016 telecommunication research firm Gartner and company's data).

Its products and solutions resonate with millennial and Gen Z consumers with a simple, personal, authentic and fun approach. By combining an understanding of local markets and control of the end-to-end manufacturing process, Alcatel branded devices from TCL Communication delivers customized user experiences with innovative, feature-rich, high-performance mobile devices that allow consumers to explore and amplify the joy in the everyday.

TCL Communication is a public company listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (2618.HK) and part of TCL Corporation, one of the largest consumer electronics companies in the world. Alcatel is a trademark of Alcatel-Lucent used under license by TCL Communication. 

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Verizon customers have more choice when it comes to Moto Z Droid and Moto Mods: Introducing the Moto Z Play Droid and Hasselblad True Zoom

NEW YORK, Aug. 31, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- The newest members of the Moto Z Droid family, the Moto Z Play and the Hasselblad True Zoom Moto Mod, will each be available to order beginning September 8. The Moto Z Play is a feature-rich, premium smartphone delivering a "best-in-class" experience along with Moto's longest lasting smartphone battery ever, all on the "best-in-class" Verizon 4G LTE network. The Hasselblad True Zoom with 10x Optical Zoom and a Xenon flash adds an advanced imaging experience to your phone in a snap. Now you can use your smartphone to capture images in ways that have never been possible, fueling your creativity and letting you share the brilliant results.

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Moto Z Play Droid

Moto Z Play works with the Moto Mod ecosystem, yet offers distinct design features that can be tailored for your lifestyle. The Moto Z Play boasts a solid metal frame and elegant glass back for a sophisticated, thin look and feel, plus:

    --  Moto's longest lasting smartphone battery ever
    --  TurboPower(TM) which delivers up to 9 hours of use in 15 minutes of
        charging
    --  Brilliant 5.5" 1080p Super AMOLED display
    --  16 MP camera with laser focus
    --  Verizon's Advanced Calling, which gives you calls that sound like you're
        having a conversation with someone in the same room instead of across
        the country when the other party also has Advanced Calling. You can also
        start a video call right from the calling screen with just a tap.
The newest Moto Mod: The Hasselblad True Zoom

With the Hasselblad True Zoom you can unleash your passion for photography in a snap.

    --  10x optical zoom lets you capture detailed photos from any distance
        without losing resolution.
    --  Xenon flash gives you crisp, blur-free pictures with even lighting in
        any environment.
    --  Hasselblad design and ergonomics give you a real imaging experience with
        enhanced control and handling for better results.
    --  RAW format gives you the highest level of image quality while enjoying
        more editing flexibility and control.
    --  Easily share pictures while you're in the moment and backup
        automatically so you never lose the perfect shot.
Moto Mods magnetically snap onto your phone, seamlessly become one with it and are easy to swap out. Additional Moto Mods include:

    --  JBL SoundBoost Speaker -- Instantly get powerful stereo sound that's
        perfect for the beach, the backyard and everywhere in between. The
        speaker features a kickstand, built-in battery for 10 extra hours of
        playtime and speakerphone capabilities. $79.99
    --  Moto Insta-Share Projector -- Snap the Insta-Share Projector onto your
        phone to share vacation photos from a recent trip or to play that movie
        everyone's talking about. The projector includes an integrated
        kickstand, up to 70" projection and a built-in battery for up to an
        extra hour of projection time. $299.99
    --  TUMI and kate spade new york Power Packs -- Add up to 22 hours of
        battery life to your phone without adding bulk. The Power Pack snaps on
        so you can recharge on the run. Forget about fumbling with batteries or
        searching for open wall outlets...and get it done in style. Prices range
        from $59.99 to $89.99.
    --  Incipio Back Plates -- Personalize your Moto Z Droid and Moto Z Force
        Droid with Incipio Back Plates. Magnetic covers are available in Soft
        Touch, Iridescent, and Brushed Metallic. $14.99
Price and availability

The Moto Z Play is available for $17 per month for 24 months (0% APR) on Verizon device payment or at the $408 full price. Beginning September 8, visit any Verizon store to buy the Moto Z Play on device payment, trade in your current eligible smartphone and apply up to $300 in trade-in value immediately toward your purchase.* Don't have the time to trade in at a store? You can also trade-in your phone at verizonwireless.com.

The Hasselblad True Zoom, at $249.99, will be available for pre-order starting September 8 and for purchase online and in Verizon stores on September 15. For a limited time, when you buy a Moto Mod, you'll get 50% off another Mod. Discount applies to equal or lower-priced Mod.

Order the Moto Z Play or Moto Mods at http://www.verizonwireless.com/droid/.

*Trade in a phone in good, working condition (cracked screen acceptable) for an account credit or gift card. Eligible phones for $300 trade-in value: Samsung Galaxy S6, S6 edge, S6 edge+, Note 5, LG G4 or V10, HTC One M9 and iPhone 6. Eligible phones for $200 trade-in value: Samsung Galaxy S5 or Note 4, LG G3, HTC One M8, iPhone 5, 5C or 5S, Droid Maxx 2 and Droid Turbo 2. Eligible phones for $100 trade-in value: Samsung Galaxy S4, LG G2, HTC One M7, Apple iPhone 4 or 4S, Droid Maxx and Droid Turbo. Limited time offer.

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ), headquartered in New York City, has a diverse workforce of nearly 162,700 and generated nearly $132 billion in 2015 revenues. Verizon operates America's most reliable wireless network, with 113.2 million retail connections nationwide. The company also provides communications and entertainment services over mobile broadband and the nation's premiere all-fiber network, and delivers integrated business solutions to customers worldwide.

Verizon's Online News Center: Verizon news releases, executive speeches and biographies, media contacts and other information are available at Verizon's online News Center at http://www.verizon.com/news/. News releases are also available through an RSS feed. To subscribe, visit http://www.verizon.com/about/rss-feeds/.

Media contacts:

Laura Merritt

614.560.8055 
laura.merritt@verizon.com

Twitter: @merrittlbliss

Kelly Crummey

908.268.7402
kelly.crummey@verizon.com

Twitter: @kcrummey

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PBR Launches Official Mobile Game, 8 To Glory

PUEBLO, Colo., Aug. 31, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- PBR (Professional Bull Riders) and Rare Labs, a leading software development firm, game developer and producer, today announced the release of 8 to Glory, a new mobile game for fans of the fast-growing sport of professional bull riding.

8 to Glory, which is available now for iOS (https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/pbr-8-to-glory/id1141354536?ls=1&mt=8) and Android devices (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.rarelabs.eighttoglory) as a free download, features more than 30 of the top PBR athletes as well as dozens of leading PBR bulls, including Jared Allen's Air Time and Magic Train.  Allen, a former NFL star who owns some of the rankest bulls competing in the PBR, came up with the concept for the game, and is the driving force behind 8 to Glory. He will help market and promote the game as one of professional bull riding's most ardent supporters.

Gamers can play individually or compete against fans around the world. Additionally, they can ride random bulls or purchase digital card packs which unlock the ability to play different riders and bulls as well as booster packs offering upgrades for the riders in their toughest match-ups.

"We've worked closely with Jared Allen and the team at Rare Labs to create a realistic mobile game featuring our top bull riders and bulls, which allows fans to compete throughout the PBR season," said PBR CEO Sean Gleason. "8 to Glory is a fun way for PBR fans to connect with our athletes and the sport while competing for bragging rights as the best cyber cowboy."

"8 to Glory is a phenomenal way for professional bull riding to expand its borders," said Jared Allen, founder and head of Jared Allen's Pro Bull Team. "The game gives PBR fans an interactive way to be more connected. It's also a cool way to get the younger generation educated and involved in the sport."

Following the initial launch, PBR plans to tie game usage to its PBR Rewards program, offering discounts on tickets and merchandise as well as other offers.

8 to Glory, the official bull riding game of the PBR, features more than 30 top riders including Kaique Pacheco, Jess Lockwood, Derek Kolbaba, Ryan Dirteater, Tanner Byrne, Fabiano Vieira, Joao Ricardo Vieira, Mike Lee, and more. Additional riders including J. B. Mauney, Cooper Davis, and Silvano Alves will be added to future game releases. The game includes more than 30 rank bulls to master, including Bushwacker, coming out of retirement, along with Air Time, Asteroid, Bruiser, Long John, After Party, Magic Train, and other top bovine athletes.

Game Features:

    --  Avatars of the world's top professional bull riders built on 3D models
        created from scans of the actual riders
    --  Collectible rider and bull cards that are unlocked to play in-game
    --  Campaign allowing gamers to follow the PBR across the country to the
        World Finals in Las Vegas
    --  Arcade mode letting users try a random bull and rider for the high score
    --  Fast controls and feedback that let gamers position themselves in
        real-time as the bulls buck and kick with realistic physics
    --  Leaderboards allowing users to compete against friends and players
        around the world for bragging rights as 8 to Glory Champion
    --  Real input from professional bull riders and bull owners for accurate
        scoring and realistic rides
    --  In-game Buckles to memorialize gamer achievements
About Rare Labs
Rare Labs is based in Scottsdale, AZ, and works as an external technology R&D division for multiple companies in the Southwest. The firm employs a variety of specialists in software development, product management, creative design, systems integration, project management and business strategy to give partners a complete solution in a single company. Rare Labs has the goal of being the go-to provider of technology development for companies that need custom solutions which provide a strategic advantage in their respective markets. For the games industry, the Rare Labs team has worked on more than 590 games over the past 20 years for companies including Electronic Arts, Ubisoft, and Sony Online Entertainment. Rare Labs, a Rarity Investments company, has the ability to scale its local development capabilities to meet the needs of the market. For more information, visit: http://www.rarelabs.io

About Professional Bull Riders
The world's premier bull riding organization began as a dream of 20 bull riders 23 years ago and is now a global sports phenomenon. On its elite Built Ford Tough Series, the PBR features the top 35 bull riders in the world and the top bulls in the business. The televised Built Ford Tough Series, the BlueDEF Tour, the Touring Pro Division and the PBR's international circuits in Australia, Brazil, Canada and Mexico have paid more than $150 million in earnings to its athletes. In May 2015, PBR was acquired by WME | IMG, a global leader in entertainment, sports and fashion. For more information on the PBR, go to PBR.com, or follow on Facebook at Facebook.com/PBR, Twitter at Twitter.com/PBR, and YouTube at YouTube.com/PBR.

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Nautilus Hyosung America Expands Partnership with New York's Flushing Bank

Flushing Bank incorporates state-of-the-art ATMs with cash recycling capabilities and electronic funds transfer processing

IRVING, Texas, Aug. 31, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Nautilus Hyosung America (Hyosung), the largest and fastest growing ATM provider in the United States, has expanded its partnership with New York's Flushing Bank as the company continues its innovative approach to banking. 

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"We've been able to improve the efficiency and service delivery of our new branch openings, in part by utilizing Hyosung's customized technology," said John R. Buran, president and CEO, Flushing Bank. "We've seen tremendous acceptance and interest in the branch model we've developed and look forward to expanding this to our other branch locations."

The Bank opened two new branches recently utilizing Hyosung's MX8800 automated technology, which enables customers to perform routine banking transactions on their own or with the assistance of a branch associate.  The Bank customized the MX8800 to perform virtually all of the same transactions that can be processed with a traditional teller, including cashing checks to the nearest dollar, four denominations of bill selection and depositing checks with cash back. 

"Providing an assisted service solution to handle routine transactions allows our highly skilled employees to spend quality time with our customers to understand their banking needs and financial concerns," said Buran. 

The Bank has begun to adapt its existing branches to this model and has plans for implementation in its new branches as well. Hyosung's MX8800, designed for assisted-service or full-service independent interaction, lets users interact as though they are being serviced directly at the teller window. Additionally, the new smart ATMs offer industry-leading cash recycling functionality and electronic funds transfer (EFT) processing.

"We're proud to be implementing the next generation of banking technology alongside our partners at Flushing Bank," said Nancy Daniels, chief operating officer, Hyosung. "The solutions we're deploying today have allowed our customers to rewrite the way they manage their people, process and technology."

About Nautilus Hyosung America
Hyosung is the North American subsidiary of South Korea-based Hyosung, Inc., a global leader in providing ATMs to the retail off-premises and financial institution markets. Since entering the North American market in 1998, Hyosung has become the largest provider of ATMs in the United States. Hyosung is headquartered in Irving, Texas, and provides research and development support in its Global Software Center in Dayton, Ohio.

About Flushing Financial Corporation
Flushing Financial Corporation is the holding company for Flushing Bank, a New York State-chartered commercial bank insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. The Bank serves consumers, businesses, and public entities by offering a full complement of deposit, loan, and cash management services through its 19 banking offices located in Queens, Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Nassau County. The Bank also operates an online banking division, iGObanking.com®, which offers competitively priced deposit products to consumers nationwide. Additional information on Flushing Financial Corporation may be obtained by visiting the Company's website at http://www.flushingbank.com.

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Watch And Learn: New Nikon School Online Photography & Video Classes Aim To Educate And Inspire

From Beginner to Advanced, Master Exciting New Techniques with Engaging Online Classes

MELVILLE, N.Y., Aug. 31, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Nikon Inc. has launched Nikon School Online, featuring engaging and educational photography and video online classes that will help storytellers of every level improve their skills to capture their passions. Expanding on its existing nationwide Nikon School program, amateurs, enthusiasts and professionals can now learn new techniques and expand their skills from any computer, tablet or smartphone at online.nikonschool.com.

Nikon School Online will initially host three classes designed to teach new skills, expand creativity and allow students to challenge themselves to take better photos and videos, with more offerings to come in the future. Two new classes will feature prominent professional photographers including Nikon Ambassadors Joe McNally and Tamara Lackey, lending their expertise to help users take their photography to the next level through clear and easy-to-follow lessons. The classes now available include:

Hands-On with the SB-5000 Speedlight, Featuring Joe McNally
Discover new and exciting lighting possibilities with Nikon Ambassador and creative lighting master, Joe McNally using the SB-5000 Speedlight. This online video class will detail the key features of Nikon's newest Speedlight and provide quick in-studio lessons detailing techniques such as on-camera flash, bounce flash, off-camera flash and radio control flash. Joe will then showcase how he uses the SB-5000 in the field plus offer tips and insightful techniques for creating dazzling images in even the most challenging lighting scenarios.

Special Offer: For a limited time (August 31 to September 30, 2016), U.S. customers who register their select Nikon Speedlight(s)*, will receive a special code to access the "Hands-On with the SB-5000 Speedlight, Featuring Joe McNally" online course. To receive a redemption code for this class, users can visit nikonusa.com/register-sb to register their select Speedlight*, and a code will be sent via email within 24 hours of registration. Existing U.S. customers who have already registered a select Nikon Speedlight* will also receive a redemption code via email.

Photographing Children & Pets, Featuring Tamara Lackey
Children and pets are among the most challenging subjects for any level of photographer, and in this online class, lifestyle photographer and Nikon Ambassador Tamara Lackey will reveal her secrets to capturing stunning portraits that last a lifetime. Tamara will offer practical advice for bringing out genuine expressions from a subject, including posing and lighting that looks and feels natural.

Getting Started with Your Nikon DSLR
Stepping up to DSLR photography? This 15-minute online video class will help new DSLR users skip the learning curve and start taking incredible photos and video right out of the box. Viewers will learn basic camera functionality and the advantages of NIKKOR lenses and accessories, as well as new techniques that will immediately help take one's photo and video prowess to the next level. For those who wish to share their images, the class will also provide a basic tutorial for using Nikon SnapBridge.

"Without traditional geographical constraints, Nikon School Online can reach a wider variety of photographers eager to get the most of their images and video." said Kosuke Kawaura, Director of Marketing and Planning, Nikon Inc. "From amateurs using their first DSLR to enthusiasts eager to master their technique, these new online classes will educate passionate photographers and inspire them to capture the things they love."

To get more information on Nikon School Online, please visit: online.nikonschool.com.

Pricing and Availability
All three Nikon School Online courses are available now at online.nikonschool.com. 'Hands-On with the SB-5000 Speedlight, Featuring Joe McNally,' 'Photographing Children & Pets, Featuring Tamara Lackey' and 'Getting Started with Your Nikon DSLR' online courses will be available for $49.95, $49.95 and $14.95, respectively.

About Nikon
Nikon, At the Heart of the Image(TM). Nikon Inc. is a world leader in digital imaging, precision optics and photo imaging technology; globally recognized for setting new standards in product design and performance for an award-winning array of equipment that enables users to tell their stories through amazing photos and videos. Nikon Inc. distributes consumer and professional digital SLR cameras, NIKKOR optics, Speedlight's and system accessories; the Nikon DL series of premium compacts and COOLPIX® compact digital cameras; 35mm film SLR cameras; Nikon software products and Nikon sports and recreational optics as well as the Nikon 1 compact interchangeable lens camera system. Nikon Corporation, the parent company of Nikon Inc., recently announced the production of 100 million NIKKOR lenses in 2016, creating a new milestone in Nikon's heritage of superior optics. For more information, dial (800) NIKON-US or visit http://www.nikonusa.com, which links all levels of photographers to the Web's most comprehensive photo learning and sharing communities. Connect with Nikon and other photographers on Facebook, Google+, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, Vimeo and Flickr.

Limited to SB-5000, SB-910, SB-900, SB-800 and SB-700 Speedlights

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Panasonic HC-X1 Ultra HD Professional Camcorder

4K 60p/50p/25p/24p with 4K 20X LEICA DICOMAR Lens

NEWARK, N.J., Aug. 31, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic is proud to introduce the HC-X1 (X1), a light, compact 4K Ultra HD professional camcorder that meets and exceeds professional video production needs. It supports 4K 24p, UHD 60p/50p, FHD 60p/50p multi-format recording and HD super slow-motion. The X1 includes desirable professional features such as 2-channel XLR Audio, Wired/Wireless remote control, triple manual rings, a user switch, timecode, ND Filters and twin SD card slots. Additionally, the X1 offers Live HDMI output along with a wide 24mm angle LEICA DICOMAR 4K Lens and optical 20x zoom.  The X1 has amazing 5-Axis O.I.S. for 4K 24p recording, UHD 60p/50p recording, dual codec recording (UHD and FHD) and IR shooting. While offering high image quality and advanced functions allowing the user record images exactly as intended, it boasts high mobility and operational ease only a handheld camcorder can provide and streamlines workflows to support professional video production. In response to the rising demand for 4K video content, the Panasonic HC-X1 4K camcorder helps create attractive and beautiful 4K videos.

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Newly Developed LEICA DICOMAR 4K Lens with the Industry's Widest Angle 24mm* and Optical 20x Zoom
The newly developed integrated lens system boasts the industry's widest angle at 24mm. It allows low-distortion, wide-angle shooting without the use of a wide conversion lens, thus supporting professional video production. It is also equipped with a 1.0-type (inch) sensor to realize the world's first** optical 20x zoom. Quick zooming is possible from wide-angle to telephoto. The 4-Drive Lens System individually drives each of the four lens groups to minimize the drive range of each lens group and provide optical 20x zoom with its small body.

    * Equivalent to 35mm under
     4K 24p (aspect ratio of
     17:9). Wide angle 24mm is
     the widest in the industry
     for a camcorder with
     integrated lens. (As of
     31st  August 2016,
     according to Panasonic
     survey.)
    ** World's first for a
     camcorder with integrated
     lens having a 1-type (inch)
     or larger sensor. (As of
     31st August 2016, according
     to Panasonic survey)
High-image-quality, High-sensitivity 1.0-type (inch) 4K Sensor
The effective 1.0-type (inch) MOS Sensor (9.46 megapixels at 4K24p/8.79 megapixels at UHD, FHD) offers an appropriate depth of field and excellent balance between image quality and sensitivity. The HC-X1 can record in 4K24p (4096 x 2160), UHD 60p/50p (3840 x 2160) or FHD 60p/50p (1920 x 1080). For the global business of professional users, the system frequency can be flexibly selected from 59.94 Hz, 50.00 Hz and 24.00 Hz. The file format can be selected from versatile and easy-to-use MOV (QuickTime), MP4 and AVCHD. The variety of recording modes with selectable image quality, frame rate and bit rate settings respond to a wide range of applications from cinema production to online distribution.

Functions and Design to Support Professional Camera Work
The lens barrel features Triple Manual Rings for zoom, focus and iris operations. There are a total of 13 user buttons, nine on the body and four on the LCD touch panel. These user buttons can be allocated with desired functions. The 3.5-type (inch) monitor built into the handle section can be pulled out and turned 270 degrees in the vertical direction for high-angle, low-angle and selfie shooting. The EVF is a high-resolution (approx. 1,769,000 dots) color OLED display with superb color reproduction.  What's more, the HC-X1 is equipped with a wealth of focus assist functions to support quick and accurate manual focusing, such as MF Assist, One-Push AF, Expand/Peak, Focus Transition and Area Function.

The ND filter can be set to OFF, 1/4, 1/16 or 1/64. Gain selector and AWB selector are also provided. The controls are designed and engineered to meet the needs of video professionals.

Advanced Optical Image Stabilizer (O.I.S.)
The correction area was expanded to approximately 900%* of the conventional area to strongly correct low- and high-angle shots (compared with Panasonic's AG-AC160). In FHD mode, a 5-Axis  HYBRID O.I.S. + that adds electronic image stabilization to optical image stabilization detects and corrects 5 axes, including the roll rotation.

    * Except 4K 24p
     mode.
High-speed, High-precision Intelligent AF
The Micro Drive Focus Unit has achieved stable and high-speed AF with excellent tracking performance to ensure accurate focusing, which is extremely important in 4K shooting. The AF operation settings are customizable. By adjusting the speed, tracking sensitivity and area width, the user can program the AF operation exactly as intended in accordance with the subject type and application.

Super Slow Motion and VFR (2 to 60 fps)
The Super Slow Motion function records HD images at a high speed of 120 fps (59.94 Hz)/100 fps (50 Hz) to provide a slow-motion effect. The HC-X1 is also newly equipped with a VFR (variable frame rate) recording function that allows the change of frame rate setting in ten steps from 2 to 60 fps. This lets the user produce creative and expressive videos using techniques such as overcranking for a slow-motion effect and undercranking for a quick-motion effect.

Professional Interfaces for Smooth System Operation
The HC-X1 is equipped with two channel XLR audio inputs with switchable +48V phantom power supply/MIC/LINE and manual volume. It records high-quality sound in two channels using either a 16-bit linear PCM system (MOV/MP4) or Dolby Digital system (AVCHD). When mounted with the wireless module (AJ-WM50/AJ-WM30, sold separately),* an iPad installed with the AG ROP can be used for wireless remote control of camera settings, lens control and others.

The HC-X1 also offers expandability for users in commercial video production, such as the wired remote terminal, OSD level meter, 1-kHz test tone output and headphone output (3.5-mm-diameter stereo mini jack).

    * Not available in some
     areas
Double SD Card Slot and UHD/FHD Dual Codec Recording

Two SD memory card slots are provided. The recording media switches automatically and seamlessly from Slot 1 to Slot 2. By changing a full SD card with a new SD card, images can be recorded continuously for many hours.

    --  Unlimited* Relay Recording: Data is recorded continuously by
        automatically switching the recording SD card from Slot 1 to Slot 2. By
        changing the full SD card with a new SD card, images can be recorded
        continuously for many hours.
    --  Simultaneous Recording: Identical data is recorded onto cards in both
        slots in this highly redundant recording mode.
    --  Background Recording: One SD card can be set in Slot 2 to record
        continuously, and another SD card can be set in Slot 1 to record
        necessary scenes by turning REC on and off.
    --  Dual Codec Recording: Records images simultaneously in two different
        formats, such as Main (UHD/FHD) and Sub (FHD), etc. This achieves an
        efficient workflow.

    * Maximum file size that
     can be recorded over
     multiple SD cards is 96
     GB. Recording will not
     stop even when the data
     size exceeds 96 GB.
Broadcast-grade Camera Image Adjustment Functions

    --  16-Axis Independent Color Correction Function: Allows color matching of
        multiple cameras under the same lighting condition as well as creative
        image rendering.
    --  Soft Skin: Makes skin colors appear soft and beautiful. Especially
        effective when recording a person up close.
    --  Master Detail: Adjusts the overall degree of contour enhancement.
    --  Scene File: Six sets of image quality settings are preset in scene
        files. Parameters in each set can be changed flexibly. One set can be
        saved in the main unit, and up to eight sets can be stored on an SD
        memory card.
    --  8-Mode Gamma: Gamma setting can be selected from seven modes including
        two types of CINE-LIKE gamma. This allows the user to achieve the most
        suitable gradation according to the specific video production needed.
LCD/EVF Displays That Assist Shooting

    --  Waveform and Vectorscope Display: WAVE (Waveform) and VECTOR
        (Vectorscope) can be easily displayed on a sub screen of the LCD
        monitor.
    --  ZEBRA: Two zebra patterns are built in. The level can be changed from
        50% to 105% in 5% steps.
    --  Marker (Y Level): The brightness level in the center of the image is
        displayed in percentage.
    --  Level Gauge: Horizontal or vertical tilting of the camcorder can be
        checked on the LCD and viewfinder.
    --  A Safety Zone Marker and Center Marker can be displayed.
The HC-X1 will be available in December for $3,199.99.

About Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
Based in Newark, NJ, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company is a division of Panasonic Corporation of North America, the principal North American subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation. The company offers a wide range of consumer solutions in the U.S. including products from VIERA Life+ Screens, Blu-ray players, LUMIX Digital Cameras, Camcorders, Home Audio, Cordless Phones, Home Appliances, Beauty, Grooming, Wellness and Personal Care products and more. In Interbrand's 2014 annual "Best Global Green Brands" report, Panasonic ranked number five overall and the top electronics brand in the report. To learn more about our products, visit panasonic.com. Follow Panasonic on Twitter @panasonicUSA; additional company information for journalists is also available at http://www.panasonic.com/pressroom.

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NextFlex Welcomes Dignitaries To Silicon Valley For Grand Opening Of Manufacturing Innovation Institute Focused On Flexible Hybrid Electronics

Boeing, DuPont, GE, Jabil, NASA, PARC, Cal Poly, Purdue and Dozens of Other NextFlex Members Demonstrate Latest Advances in FHE Development and Commercialization

SAN JOSE, Calif., Aug. 31, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- To commemorate the grand opening of America's first and only Flexible Hybrid Electronics (FHE) Manufacturing Innovation Institute, NextFlex today welcomes an impressive slate of dignitaries, who will offer comments on the significance and value of the new facility with respect to technology innovation, national security and workforce development. Speakers will include Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense André Gudger, Representatives Anna Eshoo, Mike Honda and Zoe Lofgren, and San José Mayor Sam Liccardo. Also on hand to provide industry perspective will be Erick Seltmann, manager of Advanced Electromechanical Technologies for Boeing Research & Technology.

Dr. Malcolm Thompson, executive director of NextFlex, commented, "It's a great honor, and very gratifying, to be able to welcome these respected leaders from government and industry to help us celebrate the opening of our Institute. In just a year since NextFlex was announced, we have signed on 46 members, issued two project calls totaling more than $45 million with 60% cost shared by members and funding from various states.  And, equally exciting, is that our flexible hybrid electronics headquarters facility and pilot manufacturing line is open. The collaborative work of NextFlex and our members at this facility will allow companies in Silicon Valley and throughout the U.S. to leap-frog the barriers of cost and integration, and create a viable ecosystem that will enable a new era."

Known for its start-up mentality and agile business model, NextFlex serves as a catalyst for collaboration and innovation among a collection of companies, academic and nonprofit institutions and government organizations from across the U.S., all focused on creating a robust FHE manufacturing infrastructure. NextFlex's 34,000 square foot facility located in the heart of Silicon Valley will feature a state-of-the-art class 10,000 pilot manufacturing line in addition to laboratory space--all dedicated to the production of this burgeoning technology.

At today's grand opening, approximately 40 companies such as Acellent, American Semiconductor, Boeing, Brewer Science, DuPont, E Ink, GE Global Research, HP Enterprise, i3 Electronics, Jabil, NASA, PARC, Uniqarta together with academia like Berkeley, Binghamton, Cal Poly, Purdue, Univ. of Mass. (Amherst and Lowell), UofA, will showcase their advancements in bringing this exciting technology to fruition.

Background:
Once in full production, FHE will usher in a new era of "electronics on everything."  Intelligence will be taken out of the "boxes" or packages associated with traditional electronics like PCs, smartphones and tablets, and transplanted directly on to a variety of surfaces including the human body, enabling an entirely new breed of defense and commercial applications we haven't imagined. But to develop these enabling FHEs, new manufacturing solutions are required and they come with significant integration challenges. Working alone, it would take years, perhaps decades, and unprecedented amounts of capital for a company to create the infrastructure to support mass production of FHEs. NextFlex, along with its members, are working to rapidly uncover and solve the complex manufacturing issues associated with production of flexible hybrid electronics, and ultimately create a manufacturing infrastructure that can efficiently be spun out to private industry. 

NextFlex's new facility is located at: 2244 Blach Place #150, San Jose, Calif., 95131.  Information and photographs from today's event are available by contacting Meagan Hardcastle, MCA, 559.283.2510 or via email at mhardcastle@mcapr.com. Follow @NextFlexUS on Twitter for the latest updates of today's events.

About Flexible Hybrid Electronics
FHE combines the ability to add electronics to new and unique materials that are part of our everyday lives, with the power of silicon ICs to create lightweight, low-cost, flexible, conformable and stretchable smart products to solve new problems and advance the efficiency of our world.

About NextFlex
NextFlex was founded on August 28, 2015, through the execution of a Cooperative Agreement between the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and FlexTech Alliance. A public-private partnership, NextFlex is the seventh Manufacturing Innovation Institute funded through the National Network for Manufacturing Innovation to create, showcase, and deploy new capabilities and new manufacturing processes. More information about NextFlex, can be found at http://www.nextflex.us.

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Hottest Big Data Startup IQLECT Gears up for Series A Round, set to Launch Cloud Offering During Next Week's VLDB Conference

BANGALORE, August 31, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    Real-time data analytics company IQLECT, the hottest big data startup from Bangalore,
founded by Ex-CTO of Jabong.com Sachin Sinha is set to raise Series A round of funding. In
July 2015, the company raised US$2 million in seed funding from Exfinity Venture Partners.
Exfinity venture partners is backed by software industry veterans such as Ex-Infosys
directors TV Mohandas Pai & V Balakrishnan among others. Recently, Lip-Bu Tan, founder of
Silicon Valley-based Walden International; Michael Marks and Nicolas Braithwaite, founding
partners at Riverwood Capital have invested in their individual capacity too. The company
has so far used these funds to build a world class product, both for cloud and on-premise.
With the next round of funding IQLECT will be expanding the geographical reach and
building a line-up of clients in e-commerce, financial services, media and
telecommunication industries

    IQLECT provides a ready-to-use software converged platform, for users to enable
real-time data analysis for their businesses, in a cost-effective and process-efficient
manner. IQLECT in partnership with Dell offers fully baked up, all-in-box solution that
contains all necessary software pieces, which can be hosted on premise by enterprises.
IQLECT is also set to launch the cloud offering during VLDB conference next week. IQLECT's
cloud offering helps simplify the overall proposition to start getting insights with
real-time data and analysis in less than few hours. The real-time stack for analysis could
be launched in few clicks by the user in a fully featured manner. For corporations, IQLECT
is a perfect fit since it offers an end-to-end solution with Ingest, Process, Store,
Visualize, Act, Correlate, Notify all built in to the product. The product's data
visualization capability with intuitive and configurable dashboard paves the way for
predictive analytics and makes it easy to run different workflows for diverse business
processes.

    Looking ahead at the cloud offering launch, Sachin Sinha, Founder and CEO, IQLECT,
says, "We are delighted to officially launch our cloud offering during VLDB conference.
It's an important opportunity for us to showcase our product to industry peers and big
data experts during VLDB 2016."

    About IQLECT 

    IQLECT offers a hardware-software converged platform to provide actionable data
insights in real-time. IQLECT simplifies the overall proposition and offers a fully baked
off-the-shelf software converged platform.

    http://www.iqlect.com  

       
         
        Contact: 
        Swati Nathani 
        Chief Business Officer 
        swati@teampumpkin.com 
        +91-9833195584 

     

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Genuine Thermos® Brand Keeps Customers Connected With New Hydration Bottle With Smart Lid

SCHAUMBURG, Ill., Aug. 31, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --Hydration has a new hero. Genuine Thermos(®) Brand introduces its smartest product innovation yet - the Thermos(®) Connected Hydration Bottle with Smart Lid. Now available in Canada, the Connected Bottle allows consumers to customize and monitor their water intake through the Thermos Smart Lid app and stay hydrated, no matter what life throws at them. The Connected Bottle Works with Fitbit((TM)), a leader in the connected health and fitness market, letting consumers track their water intake so they can more easily meet their hydration goals to help maintain energy and overall health.

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Using the free Thermos Smart Lid app (available in English and French on the App Store), users can set personalized daily water intake goals by entering their age, gender, height, weight and activity level. A sensor tube on the lid detects how much water is consumed throughout the day and syncs with the Thermos Smart Lid app through a Bluetooth(®) connection to provide automatic, real-time tracking. The app will also remind users to drink more water when they are not on track to meet their goal. The bottle tracks each drink of water as well as the overall progress toward the user's daily, weekly and monthly hydration objectives.

"The Thermos Connected Hydration Bottle with Smart Lid has been a great success in the United States and we are excited to offer it to the Canadian market," said Julie Ryan, senior vice president of sales and marketing, Thermos L.L.C. "Now, Canadians can ensure hydration is part of their healthy, active, on-the-go lifestyle. We are proud to offer a connected device that easily syncs with leading wearable technology platform from Fitbit and allows people to effortlessly include hydration in their daily health monitoring."

The Thermos Connected Hydration Bottle with Smart Lid features a rechargeable, lithium-ion battery that will hold a charge for up to 12 days. The product will retail starting at $89.99 and will be available for purchase at select retailers, including London Drugs, Amazon and Walmart.

Partnering for Success
Thermos L.L.C. teamed up with several industry leaders to bring this product to market. The new hydration bottle seamlessly connects with the Fitbit(®) platform, so consumers can easily and automatically log their hydration alongside their fitness and health goals. By connecting a Fitbit account with the Thermos Smart Lid app, users' profile information links for easy set up, and then they instantly see hydration stats sync each time a bottle of water is finished. 

"At Fitbit, we are committed to making sure that people of all fitness levels remain active, healthy and hydrated, whether they are at work or exercising," said Tim Rosa, vice president of global marketing at Fitbit. "By partnering with Genuine Thermos Brand to integrate the Fitbit app with the Connected Hydration Bottle, we are making it easier for users to get a clear picture of their water intake as they work to live a healthier lifestyle."

For the bottle's app development and technological design, Thermos collaborated with iDevices(®), a preeminent company in the Internet of Things (IoT), to create the Thermos Smart Lid app and the electronic components that sit within the lid and sensor tube that aid in the connectivity to the app. The brand also partnered with EXOS(TM), a leader in performance training, nutrition and physical therapy, to develop the hydration calculator located within the Thermos Smart Lid app. The hydration calculator allows each user to create a personalized, suggested daily hydration goal.

For more information about Genuine Thermos Brand products, visit http://www.thermosbrand.ca.

About Canadian Thermos Products Inc.
Since 1904, Thermos has provided unique solutions for keeping food and beverages hot, cold and fresh. Today, Thermos is a global manufacturer of an expanding range of innovative portable food and beverage containers that provide a more comfortable, enjoyable eating and drinking experience for people on the go. Visit http://www.thermosbrand.ca, facebook.com/Thermos and @Thermos.

Please Note:
Apple and the Apple logo are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a service mark of Apple, Inc. The Bluetooth(®) word mark is a registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and use of such mark by Canadian Thermos Products Inc. is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. Fitbit and the Fitbit logo are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Fitbit, Inc. in the United States and other Countries.

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The DxO ONE award winning camera takes it one step further with two new state-of-the-art features

Wi-Fi Remote Control and Outdoor Shell dramatically extend the fields of use of the DxO ONE camera

PARIS and SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 31, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Camera manufacturer DxO announces major updates to the DxO ONE Miniaturized DSLR-quality Camera for iPhone(®), including Wi-Fi remote control and a new waterproof Outdoor Shell designed to further extend its fields of use. Upholding their promise to make the camera even better after you've bought it, Wi-Fi Remote Control will be available to all existing users free of charge via a forthcoming 2.0 software update. DxO's accessories ecosystem also introduces an ultra-compact Stand and a snap-on Optical Adapter, enhancing creative possibilities for the DxO ONE which captures pro-quality photos and videos that you can share instantly to Facebook(®), Instagram(®), YouTube(®) and more.

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DxO's new Wi-Fi Remote Control implementation is remarkable in that it completely eliminates the cumbersome and altogether frustrating Wi-Fi configuration process that plagues every other Wi-Fi-equipped camera on the market. When attached via DxO's patented Lightning(®) connector, Apple iOS can seamlessly pass its Wi-Fi authentication credentials from the iPhone to the DxO ONE. In-house or in-office, users can take advantage of this unique DxO innovation that lets the camera immediately tap into the Wi-Fi network that your iPhone is already logged onto. And when traveling about, or out in the wilderness, your DxO ONE can just as easily create a direct Wi-Fi connection to your iPhone. By enabling remote connectivity between the DxO ONE camera and your iPhone, photographers are free to explore every conceivable photographic angle, while still having control over every capture setting, and the ability to easily view, edit and share their content to social media sites such as Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

"Last year, we revolutionized mobile photography by packing DSLR-quality into a camera design so incredibly small that it could always be available in our pocket," said DxO CEO and founder, Jérôme Ménière. "And now, thanks to Wi-Fi Remote Control and our new accessories ecosystem, all our users can take the DxO ONE with them absolutely anywhere, without restrictions, and extend their creativity even further."

The Outdoor Shell, compatible with all existing DxO ONE cameras, is extremely rugged and yet quick and easy to attach. The shell can be equipped with either of two waterproof back doors, one of which is splash proof (IP67), perfect for sailing or walks in the rain. The other is fully submersible and immersion proof to depths of 45m (150 ft) for scuba diving in a reef or just swimming in your pool. The design features a dual clamping system that snaps securely into place to protect your DxO ONE camera from water, dust and shock, while providing access to power switching and multiple capture modes without having to open the shell. Built to stand up to the elements, the Outdoor Shell is made from durable high end polymers and stainless steel. The shell accepts 30.5mm thread optical add-ons, features a ¼-20 thread for tripod mounting, and can even be attached to popular Action Cam fixtures and harnesses. Available in seven exciting colors including yellow, coral, lime, olive, black, white and lagoon, the waterproof Outdoor Shell is the perfect way to protect and personalize your DxO ONE.

The 2.0 software update also introduces Mobile Smart Lighting, a lighter-weight variant of the famed Smart Lighting feature in DxO OpticsPro, which automatically analyzes each scene and applies an intelligent and customizable global tone map--in this instance, to every photo you take with your DxO ONE. The overall effect is similar to having added a fill light to the picture, which dramatically enhances the dynamic range of your images. The automatic 2.0 update also includes significant enhancements to battery management and power consumption including an on-demand auto-focus mode similar to that of DSLRs, and an innovative underwater white balance that automatically compensates for the blue cast to achieve a more pleasant rendering in your underwater images.

"It seems every few months the team in Paris automatically updates my DxO ONE with cool new features," said celebrated motorsports photographer, John Thawley. "Now, with remote Wi-Fi control I'm totally untethered. Combined with the protective shell, I'm free to place the camera in all sorts of new and discreet scenarios. This means I can capture high resolution images that just weren't possible before... not with any camera!"

An e-store, accessible right from the DxO ONE app, allows you to easily order any of the new accessories including an ultra-compact Stand that uses an ingenious combination of clamps to let you balance your camera on almost any surface or mount it to a tripod. Also accessible via the e-store is a snap-on Optical Adapter that allows standard ND and creative filters, macro lenses, and hoods to be mounted in front of the lens of your DxO ONE camera. And of course, the accessories store also provides one stop access to the waterproof Outdoor Shell that lets you take your DxO ONE miniaturized camera where no DSLR or smartphone can go.

Pricing & Availability
The DxO ONE Miniaturized DSLR-quality Camera for iPhone and iPad is available now for pre-order at dxo.com, Amazon, Best Buy, B&H, Target and other respected retailers for $499. First customer availability is expected second half of September.

Also available in the same timeframe from select retailers, as well as via the new in-app e-store, are genuine DxO accessories designed to enhance the DxO ONE user experience. These include the waterproof Outdoor Shell for $59.99, the ultra-compact Stand for $24.99, the snap-on Optical Adapter for $24.99, and a protective quick-draw Zipped Pouch for $19.99.

The DxO ONE 2.0 iOS app and companion Apple Watch(®) app will be made available as free software updates via the iTunes App Store(®), also available the second half of September. Every DxO ONE user is invited to download DxO Connect for Mac/PC, or on Mac DxO OpticsPro for Photos - DxO ONE camera only, both of which harness the power of the DxO OpticsPro photo engine to make your best DxO ONE photos look even better.

About DxO
For well over a decade DxO has developed the world's most advanced image processing technologies, which have enabled over 300 million devices to capture the highest quality images achievable. DxOMark has extensively analyzed the image quality of thousands of cameras, lenses and mobile phones, and provides public access to their scientific results to help further the art of photography. DxO OpticsPro, powerful RAW image processing software for Mac/PC, helps photographers of all levels make their best photos look even better. And with the recent introduction of the award-winning DxO ONE Miniaturized DSLR-quality Camera for iPhone and iPad, the image scientists and engineers at DxO have redefined mobile photography and are now dramatically extending its fields of use with a robust accessories ecosystem that enables users to capture stunning photos that can be shared instantly and last a lifetime.

DxO is a registered trademark of DxO Labs. Other trademarks and trade or brand names may be used in this document to refer to either the third-party owners of trademarks or to their products. DxO Labs makes no claims whatsoever with respect to the registered trademarks and brand names of third parties.

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