Millstone Medical Outsourcing Selects Epson ColorWorks C7500G Inkjet Label Printer to Ensure Business Flexibility and Scalability to Meet Increasing Customer Demand
ColorWorks C7500G Ensures Customer Satisfaction Through Creation of High-Quality, On-Demand Color and Black & White Label Printing
LONG BEACH, Calif., June 15, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Epson America, Inc. today announced that Millstone Medical Outsourcing, a Massachusetts-based provider of medical packaging outsourcing solutions, has selected the Epson ColorWorks® C7500G inkjet label printer to create high-quality color and black-and-white packaging labels for its growing roster of orthopedic and spine customers. As a leading provider of packaging and distribution services, including advanced inspection and validation of medical and clean room device packaging and re-packaging, Millstone Medical Outsourcing required a high-quality label printing solution to address the varying demands of its customers, and the Epson ColorWorks C7500G provided a flexible and easy-to-use option to meet their needs(1).
"Our customers demand durable, high-quality label and packaging solutions with sometimes very specific details such as barcodes, graphics and meticulous logos - expectations that laser printers, and even legacy two-step inkjet color printing solutions, just couldn't meet," said Michael Morrissette, program manager, Millstone Medical Outsourcing. "Using the Epson ColorWorks solution to print on-demand, full color labels has allowed us to better manage our expenses and keep up with the ever-changing medical packaging market. The Epson printer is a product that we can rely on to get the job done for our clients."
Careful management and a highly flexible production environment is a requirement of Millstone Medical Outsourcing, particularly because the company offers such a varied service portfolio. Its more than 50 customers in the orthopedic sector alone have different preferences when it comes to label production. By leveraging Epson's ColorWorks C7500G printer, Millstone Medical Outsourcing has been able to achieve exceptional customer satisfaction, producing bright, vibrant color labels that are almost photo-like in quality on a wide range of label media, including glossy stock. The C7500G helps their customers meet their key goal of conveying the high quality of their products by providing a luxurious look and feel that complements the packaging. In addition, the C7500G has helped Millstone Medical Outsourcing to meet the requirements of the Food & Drug Administration's unique device identifier (UDI) system by allowing the easy identification of medical devices and corresponding packages.
To provide the most thorough set of recommendations to its customers, Millstone Medical Outsourcing enlisted the help of Peak-Ryzex, its partner for supply chain services, for additional insight. "We recommended the Epson ColorWorks solution for a few reasons," explained Barry Alves, label systems consultant for Peak-Ryzex, a provider of supply chain, retail, and mobile workforce solutions for business-critical applications including enterprise printing. "Epson label printers can produce labels that are strong enough to endure the harsh atmosphere that orthopedic products may encounter during the sterilization process, including radiation, ethylene oxide and gamma rays. Plus, while not a mandatory characteristic for medical device labels, color coding or color images help users easily distinguish products."
Following purchase of the Epson ColorWorks C7500G, Millstone Medical Outsourcing worked with enLabel Global Services, a technology firm that develops software for highly regulated industries, including medical devices, to make sure the printer passed FDA validation tests. Ken Legault, VP of Sales and Business Development for enLabel commented, "From our perspective, integrating the ColorWorks C7500G into Millstone's workflow just made sense, not only with regard to the ease of use and scalability of the printer itself, but the seamless execution when paired with our software. Epson and enLabel have allowed Millstone to take their labeling to the next level."
Ideal for high mix label requirements, ColorWorks solutions deliver dependable, commercial inkjet printing with fast-drying, durable color inks to meet stringent quality and efficiency demands of Millstone Medical Outsourcing customers. In addition, given the on-demand nature of the printers, Millstone Medical Outsourcing can quickly customize label size and information, eliminating the need to inventory high numbers of pre-printed labels, resulting in much lower overall label costs.
"We are pleased to be able to provide Millstone Medical Outsourcing with an on-demand color labeling solution that offers the flexibility and quality required in a complex manufacturing environment," said Andrew Moore, product manager, Epson America. "The ColorWorks C7500G printer allows the production of full-color labels, when and how they need them, allowing for reduced downtime and full control of business production."
About the Epson ColorWorks C7500G Inkjet Label Printer:
-- Reliable performance - Rugged design means minimal maintenance and a low
overall cost of ownership; ideal for busy, on-demand environments
-- High-speed, on-demand, color printing - Speed through multiple
full-color labels with variable data up to 11.8" per second(2)
-- Low cost of labeling - Up to 50 percent lower total labeling costs than
laser and thermal printers with a comparable durability(3)
-- Astounding image quality - Powered by PrecisionCore(®) inkjet
technology from Epson; delivers precise barcodes and ultra sharp text
-- Highly efficient - High-yield ink cartridges mean fewer user
interventions and less waste than most thermal transfer printers; easy
to change, so there's less downtime
For additional information about Epson's complete line of label printing solutions, visit http://www.epson.com/labels.
About Millstone Medical Outsourcing
With 15 years of experience in organizing the chaos of outsourced supply chains, Millstone Medical (http://www.millstonemedical.com) is the leading provider of customized solutions to the medical device industry. Millstone operates three environmentally controlled facilities offering advanced inspection, clean room packaging, medical device specific warehousing, distribution, loaner kit management and aftermarket services. With an unparalleled focus on quality, Millstone Medical is the partner you can entrust with your post manufacturing needs. Please visit http://www.millstonemedical.com.
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).
(1) Millstone Medical received consideration from Epson for providing this testimonial.
(2) Printing in full 1200 x 600 resolution with Flush-onto-Paper mode enabled. With Flush-onto-Paper mode disabled, print speed is up to 10.4" per second.
(3) Up to 50 percent lower printing cost than competitive color laser printers and thermal transfer printers using full resin ribbons available in July 2014. Calculation based on continuous printing of GHS-certified color labels using the suite of ISO/IEC 24712 text and graphics images, with highest-capacity cartridges purchased at MSRP. Actual costs will vary based on print task and use conditions.
Note: EPSON, ColorWorks and PrecisionCore are registered trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation. All other product brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks.
Libratone Presents ONE Click and TOO Bluetooth Portable Speakers Easy on the Ears, Eyes and Body
Danish Design and Exceptional Acoustic Fidelity, For People Immersed in Life Who Expect Immersive Sound
SANTA CLARA, Calif. and COPENHAGEN, Denmark, June 15, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Libratone introduced the ONE Click and TOO portable Bluetooth speakers, the newest additions to the family of wireless speakers featuring 360-degree premium sound created by leading acoustic and product engineers hailing from the sound capital of Copenhagen.
Unlike other portable Bluetooth speakers, Libratone's speakers are designed with versatility in mind, coupled with exceptional sound quality. Knowing people would carry it from the beach to the campsite to the bridal shower to the barbeque, Libratone's designers created a sleek, highly adaptable speaker that resists water - all while sporting the Danish design aesthetic that is a standard of Libratone products.
"Lugging around a thick, boxy or ball-shaped speaker is hardly liberating, especially when it has inferior sound quality," said Libratone CEO Jan McNair. "We set out to design a portable speaker that's versatile and adaptable, but also looks elegant, sounds spectacular, and is ergonomically minded. This was a big challenge for our acoustic team, which devised highly innovative ways to maximize not only the rich sound quality indoors but also for the outdoors, where deep bass notes and clear high tones could have been muffled or lost."
The ONE Click is about the size and shape of a paperback book and features grommets that allow it to be carried in various adaptable ways, whether clipped to a belt or slipped into a purse or backpack. Surrounded by a rubber bumper and housed in a sleek, water-resistant mesh covering, the ONE Click comes in range of colors: Graphite Grey, Caribbean Green, Cloudy Grey, and Cerise Red. The speaker comes with an adjustable short handle and a handy U-shaped lock for hanging on a bike, a tree branch, a bookshelf, or a bedframe - an optional long strap for over-the-shoulder wear will be available in August. With a click or two, users can change the way it is hung, carried or worn, never having to worry about finding a flat, level surface for setting it up.
"ONE Click adds a new level of freedom and flexibility to your music," said Libratone President Mike Culver. "Great music sets the stage for life's memorable moments, no matter where you go, no matter what you are doing. We designed ONE Click to adapt to any location or scenario, for the person whose life is in motion." ONE Click's dimensions: 4.7 x 1.6 x 8.1 inches; weight: 2 lbs.
The TOO is the playful, portable speaker with big sound packed into a convenient, diminutive grab-and-go package. Shaped like an overstuffed hot dog, the TOO fits easily into a bag or back pocket - as long as you're not wearing skinny jeans - and comes in the same color palette as the ONE Click. TOO's dimensions: 8.3 x 2.6 x 2.3 inches; weight: 1.3 lbs.
Like all Libratone speakers, ONE Click and TOO are specifically tuned to provide a full range of sound without compromise - from the deep bass, to full midrange and crisp treble - so they sound great, whether playing Miles Davis or Miley Cyrus. Along with audio indicative of the Danish acoustic engineering tradition, they are created with the aesthetics of Copenhagen's design character, which is known for minimalism and timeless elegance combined with thoughtful functional purpose. The end result is fidelity, flexibility and fashion all co-existing in single, smart package.
The ONE Click and TOO feature 360-degree sound, projecting audio in every direction. Wherever the speaker is placed, everyone has an equally clear, direct acoustic experience, without having to deal with the compromised sound of a traditional one-sided speaker pointed in the wrong direction. Battery life is more than 12 hours and the speakers can be controlled and linked via the Libratone app for iOS and Android. The speakers include a touch interface and feature Bluetooth 4.1, and Bluetooth +1 technology, which means you can pair two of them together from the app for a fuller, even more immersive sound.
The ONE Click and TOO speakers come with a money back "no questions asked" return policy because Libratone knows you want to hear the speakers in real life. Simply buy the speakers at http://www.libratone.com and try them out for 30 days. A pre-paid return label is included in the box, so if you're unsatisfied, you can ship it back. Shipping is free both ways.
The ONE Click is available now for $199; the TOO will be available on July 1 for $149.
For more information please contact:
Mark de la Vina
Consort Partners for Libratone
libratone@consortpartners.com
415-282-4795
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 that deliver a warm, deeply immersive listening experience, whether indoors or out.
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KamaGames(R), a global developer and publisher of social games for mobile platforms &
PlayStation Network, today announced the launch of its latest social casino title 3D
BlackJack via the Apple App Store and on Google Play.
This latest release from KamaGames follows the 6th birthday celebrations for its flag
ship title Pokerist(R) Texas Poker which was the developer and publisher's first social
casino title released worldwide launching first on Facebook and then on iOS and Android on
28th May 2010. Since then, the game has been localized into 28 different languages
including Arabic, Indonesian, and Hindi and released on the Yahoo store, Windows Phone
Store, Amazon Apps Store and Apple TV. To date over 81 million players around the world
have sat down at the Pokerist's tables making it the #1 Top Grossing App on the Apple App
Store in 89 countries as well as being in the Top 5 Google Play Grossing Apps in 24
countries. Â Â
Daniel Kashti, KamaGames' Chief Marketing Officer said "We are incredibly proud of
Pokerist's huge success over the years and wanted to say a big thank you to all of our
players and supporters that have made the game what it is and it's fantastic to see that
Pokerist is more than just a social casino game to so many of our players. Pokerist's
incredible reach and long lasting legacy, provides KamaGames with a unique view into the
social casino ecosystem. We have found that a vast number of our players use the game to
not just play poker but also - and in some regions mostly - to interact with other
players. We were absolutely amazed to see that over the past 6 years over 4 billion
player-to-player chat messages were sent at the table, 1.3 billion private messages were
sent between players, over 200 million new connections were made and a staggering 500
billion gifts were sent between our players".
As well as these interesting player insights, KamaGames also released details of it's
in-game research findings from the past 6 years that showed over 2.8 trillion hands of
poker have been played since 2010 with more than 70,000 trillion chips being won, the
biggest win by a single player of all time being 50 billion.
"We are so incredibly lucky to have such an in-depth game insight solution here at
KamaGames which not only allows us to focus on our areas of growth but also gives us some
eye-opening and fun facts too" Kashti continued, "for example, it was interesting to see
that Hong Kong and Singapore have the more advanced players in the game. When it comes to
socializing through the game, our research found that players from Russia were the most
flirting (yet Romania was the runner-up when we factored in market size), but the country
that sends the most virtual kisses was actually the USA! When we looked at the trends, it
became clear that the social aspect of the game has increased over the years (double
digits), with the game taking a more prominent place in player's interactions with their
Pokerist friends and we are expecting 3D BlackJack to continue this shift".
Launching today, KamaGames' 3D BlackJack is the first of its titles to feature true
motion captured table action giving players a unique gaming experience never seen before
in a social casino title. As well as stunning 3D graphics, embedded chat system, and a
simple to use, one tap user interface, 3D BlackJack takes full advantage of KamaGames'
single account and shared login system which means players can seamlessly move their
profile across other titles in the KamaGames catalogue including Pokerist Texas Poker and
Roulettist(R).
"KamaGames is constantly looking to innovate and improve on our already high standard
of quality games and to also deliver a slick and truly social experience that we are
becoming known for. After significant investment in researching and experimenting with
motion capture technologies, it is fantastic to see such impressive results. Converting a
classic single player game into a multiplayer experience is at the heart of this product,"
commented Kashti.
KamaGames' 3D BlackJack is available to download for free from the Apple App Store and
is on Google Play from today and will also be released on Windows Phone in the near
future.
Download and Play Pokerist Texas Poker here: Â http://pokerist.com/500
To learn more about 3D BlackJack, Pokerist Texas Poker and KamaGames visit http://www.KamaGames.com , like us on Facebook (/kamagames) or follow us on Twitter
(/kamagames).
About KamaGamesÂ
KamaGames is a global developer and publisher of social games for mobile platforms,
PlayStation Network as well as other console and online gaming platforms.
Established in 2010 and headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, the KamaGames group employs
over 220 staff globally across its various studios, operations and marketing/business
development offices in the leading global markets including UK, USA, UAE, and Russia.
Utilizing its own proprietary cutting edge technology platform, KamaGames continues to
develop and publish a range of exciting and fun games for all ages that are localized into
28 different languages and reach over 81 million gamers worldwide with over 1 million
daily active users.
The company's flagship game, Pokerist(R) Texas Poker, was named one of the Best Apps
of 2012 by Apple, was the #1 Top Grossing App on the Apple App Store in 89 countries as
well as being in the Top 5 Google Play Grossing Apps in 24 countries. The game still
continues to grow through its expansion onto the Amazon Store and through Windows Mobile.
KamaGames(R), a global developer and publisher of social games for mobile platforms &
PlayStation Network, today announced the launch of its latest social casino title 3D
BlackJack via the Apple App store and on Google Play following its 6th birthday
celebrations for its flag ship title Pokerist(R) Texas Poker.
KamaGames' 3D BlackJack is the first of its titles to feature true motion captured
table action giving players a truly unique gaming experience never seen before in a social
casino title. As well as stunning 3D graphics, embedded chat system, and a simple to use,
one tap user interface, 3D BlackJack takes full advantage of KamaGames' single account and
shared login system which means players can seamlessly move their profile across other
titles in the KamaGames catalogue including Pokerist Texas Poker and Roulettist(R).
"KamaGames is constantly looking to innovate and improve on our already high standard
of quality games and to deliver a slick and truly social experience. After significant
investment in researching and experimenting with motion capture technologies, it is
fantastic to see such impressive results. Converting a classic single player game into a
multiplayer experience is at the heart of this product" said Daniel Kashti, KamaGames'
Chief Marketing Officer.
Kashti added, "We have had some substantial learnings from our extensive player
behavioral research across our other social casino titles to really see what our players
enjoy in our games. We have focused on making 3D BlackJack as social as possible with
players being able to chat, send and receive gifts or chips and even send the entire table
a pet monkey or round drinks should they wish".
KamaGames' 3D BlackJack is available to download for free from the Apple App Store and
Google Play from today and will also be released on Windows Phone in the near future.
To learn more about 3D BlackJack, Pokerist Texas Poker and KamaGames visit http://www.KamaGames.com, like us on Facebook (/kamagames) or follow us on Twitter
(/kamagames).
About KamaGamesÂ
KamaGames is a global developer and publisher of social games for mobile platforms,
PlayStation Network as well as other console and online gaming platforms.
Established in 2010 and headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, the KamaGames group employs
over 220 staff globally across its various studios, operations and marketing/business
development offices in the leading global markets including UK, USA, UAE, and Russia
Utilizing its own proprietary cutting edge technology platform, KamaGames continues to
develop and publish a range of exciting and fun games for all ages that are localized into
28 different languages and reach over 81 million gamers worldwide with over 1 million
daily active users.
KamaGames' flagship game, Pokerist(R) Texas Poker, was named one of the Best Apps of
2012 by Apple, was the #1 Top Grossing App on the Apple App store in 89 countries as well
as being in the Top 5 Google Play Grossing Apps in 24 countries. The game still continues
to grow through its expansion onto the Amazon Store and through Windows Mobile.
Performance Designed Products Announces 2016 Product Lineup
From Nintendo to the NFL, the #1 Video Game Accessory Manufacturer Launching Over 30 New Innovative Products and Licensed Partnerships
BURBANK, Calif., June 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Performance Designed Products LLC (PDP) today at E3 announced its product line for the second half of 2016. As the #1 Third Party Video Game Accessory Manufacturer *(NPD Group/U.S./Retail Tracking Service/Jan. 2003-Mar. 2016), PDP is bringing new products across multiple categories to partnerships with the NFL, EA, Respawn, DICE, Xbox, PlayStation®, Nintendo, and Energizer. PDP is expanding into game publishing with Harmonix and the Rock Band franchise.
"This year we have the strongest lineup in the history of the company," said Chris Richards, CEO of Performance Designed Products. "Our talented product teams have done an excellent job creating innovative new products for core and casual gamers."
What's Hot from PDP:
Afterglow: PDP is launching seven new Afterglow products, including new headsets. PDP recently released an innovative new App for the Xbox console that allows the user to customize button mapping, functionality and the appearance of the controller. PDP Afterglow products have sold over 15 million units in the US, according to NPD. *(NPD Group/U.S./Retail Tracking Service/Jan. 2003-Mar. 2016).
-- Afterglow Prismatic Wired Controller - Xbox One and PC
-- Afterglow AG 9+ Prismatic Wireless Headsets, in White or Black - Xbox
One or PS4
-- Afterglow LVL 1 Wired Chat Communicator, in White or Black - Xbox One or
PS4
-- Afterglow LVL 3 Wired Headset, in White or Black - Xbox One or PS4
-- Afterglow LVL 5+ Powered Wired Headset, in White, Black, or various Camo
Finishes - Xbox One or PS4
Legendary Collection: Serious players demand high performance gaming equipment. Inspired by fantasy games and loot, collecting the Legendary Collection includes the "Deliverer of Truth" Wired Controller and the "Sound of Justice" wireless headset. Both products are ready to be "battle tested" by gamers demanding high performance and comfort.
-- Deliverer of Truth(TM) Wired Controller - Xbox One and PC
-- Sound of Justice(TM) Headset - Xbox One or PS4
Rock Candy: PDP is presenting its Rock Candy line of product including controllers, mice and keyboards. The Rock Candy brand is a great departure from the dark colors of traditional game accessories. Rock Candy products come in multiple colors, allowing users to express themselves, while maintaining quality controls and performance.
-- Rock Candy Wireless Keyboard - PC
-- Rock Candy Wireless Mouse - PC
-- Rock Candy Wired Controller - Xbox One and PC
Licensed Partnerships
NFL Face-Off(TM) Controller: PDP has secured the license to create NFL branded controllers. The controller features advanced technology, high performance analog sticks, and a premium finish. The product will ship with an authentic replica football finish and include a code for a free NFL team faceplate that will be delivered by mail.
-- Face-Off(TM) Controller with licensed NFL face plates - Xbox One and PC
Nintendo: PDP and Nintendo(TM) are continuing their licensing partnership, with PDP creating new accessories for the latest Nintendo products. New amiibo(TM) displays are coming to help show off the amiibo figures, designed around the Donkey Kong, Super Mario, and Legend of Zelda franchises. PDP is also releasing new storage and protection items for the New 3DS(TM) XL, arriving later this summer.
-- amiibo Spinning Fire Bar Display
-- amiibo Donkey Kong Display
-- amiibo Master Sword Stylus Display
-- Pop N Display Question Block - Nintendo 3DS/DS
-- New 3DS(TM) XL Slim Storage Armor - New 3DS XL
Energizer: PDP launched several new deluxe Energizer® chargers in early 2016, and is following those items up with refreshed designs and functionality for the popular 2X Charge Systems for both Xbox One and PlayStation 4.
-- Energizer® Smart Charge System for Xbox One
-- Energizer® Magnetic Play and Charge for Xbox One
-- Energizer® 2X Extra Life Charge System for PlayStation 4
-- Energizer® 2X Charger for Xbox One - Redesigned for 2016
-- Energizer® 2X Charger for PlayStation 4 - Redesigned for 2016
Xbox: PDP has been developing fully licensed products for the Xbox One since launch, and 2016 brings new categories and styles to its strong licensed lineup. The Talon Media Remote connects users to their Xbox One console, supporting all media apps. PDP is developing a special edition wireless headset to coincide with the release of Scalebound(TM).
-- Scalebound Wireless Headset for Xbox One
-- Talon Media Remote for Xbox One
-- PDP Black Controller for Xbox One
-- PDP White Controller for Xbox One
-- PDP Camo Controller for Xbox One
PlayStation: PDP has secured an official license with Sony Interactive Entertainment America on several Afterglow LVL headsets, and is continuing to develop hardware to support media play on the PlayStation 4. The new receiver will allow owners of the Logitech Harmony remote controls to bridge a connection to the PlayStation 4.
-- PlayStation 4 Universal Media Remote
-- PlayStation 4 IR Receiver - for Logitech Harmony remote control devices
-- Licensed Afterglow LVL 1 Wired Chat Communication for PlayStation4
-- Licensed Afterglow LVL 3 Wired Headset for PlayStation4
Rock Band: PDP is extending into software publishing, working with Harmonix to develop the Rock Band(TM) franchise and hardware. PDP is developing the first new guitar in the 10-year relationship extension between Harmonix and Fender® guitars, the iconic Fender Jaguar. PDP is also responsible for the new charging stand for the Fender Jaguar, and the oft-requested Legacy Wired Adapter, which will extend support for Ion Drum kits, professional MIDI drum kits, and legacy wired Rock Band instruments. PDP is also the full co-publisher for Rock Band, as part of the ongoing partnership between PDP and Harmonix.
-- Rock Band(TM) Wireless Fender Jaguar - Xbox One or PlayStation 4
-- Rock Band(TM) Wireless Fender Jaguar Guitar Charger - Xbox One and
PlayStation 4
-- Rock Band(TM) Legacy Wired Adapter - Xbox One
All of these new products, licenses, and with the support of Harmonix, Rock Band, will be on display in PDP's booth during E3 2016 - Booth #4512 in the West Hall of the Los Angeles Convention Center.
For more information on the latest product from Performance Designed Products please visit http://www.pdp.com and follow PDPGaming on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
About Performance Designed Products LLC As the #1 gaming accessories manufacturer, Performance Designed Products LLC (PDP) designs high-quality products under a number of well-known brands, such as Afterglow and Rock Candy. Headquartered in Burbank, CA, with offices in San Diego, France, United Kingdom, Hong Kong, and China, PDP's products can be found in major retailers across the world. PDP and the PDP logo are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Performance Designed Products LLC. All Rights Reserved.
About Patriarch Partners Patriarch Partners, LLC, is a private equity firm and holding company managing 75 companies across 14 industry sectors with revenues in excess of $8 billion. Founded by Lynn Tilton in 2000, Patriarch was built upon a proprietary patented financial model designed to manage and monetize the distressed portfolios of financial institutions. For more information, please visit http://www.patriarchpartners.com.
Reincubate's iCloud API and iPhone Backup Extractor Recover iOS 10 iCloud Backup Data
LONDON, June 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --
Reincubate leading market in iOS and app data accessÂ
Reincubate updates its iCloud API and iPhone Backup Extractor products to support iOS
10 iCloud backups, one day after Apple's developer preview release of the new iOS. Â
Providing full iOS 10iClo
ud backup support for both Windows and Mac OS X platforms, Reincubate
[http://www.reincubate.com ]'s iPhone Backup Extractor reinforces its place in the market
as the leading tool for recovery of data from iOS and watchOS devices: iPhone, iPad, iPod
Touch and Watch.
About the iPhone Backup Extractor Â
iPhone Backup Extractor is the only product to support recovering data from iOS 10
iCloud backups on Windows and Mac OS X platforms.
- iCloud backup support for two-factor authentication (2FA) and two-step
authentication (2SV) protected accounts
- Restriction passcode PIN recovery
- Photo Stream photo recovery
- Application data recovery like WhatsApp, Snapchat, Kik, Viber, WeChat, and more
- Extraction of contact, call history, SMS / iMessage, and notes
- Proprietary technology to recover deleted SMS text messages and notes
What Users Say about iPhone Backup Extractor Â
"As a forensic examiner, obtaining Digital Evidence in a reliable timely way is
critical. The iPhone Backup Extractor has been the perfect addition to my arsenal of
tools. It literally does a better job overall when compared to tools that cost $1,000s of
dollars. A must for any professional looking to reliably identify download and view iCloud
backups." -- Louis Cinquanto via TrustPilotÂ
"Great product, stellar support and customer service. Retrieved thousands of photos
from my backup and the support folks went the extra mile to check that I got what I
needed." -- Sfbaytech via TrustPilotÂ
"I've used this product for the last few years and it has bailed me out many times.
I've been able to recover thousands of photos that would have been lost due to a dead
phone. This app is worth every penny." -- Justin Rairden via CNETÂ
About Reincubate's iCloud APIÂ
The Reincubate iCloud API makes the iCloud accessible to investigators, developers and
integrators. The API includes functionality for extraction, manipulation and recovery of
many types of iOS and app data.
It fully supports iOS 9.3 and iOS 10 iCloud backups, and backups created with A9 and
A9X chipsets. It can provide real-time iCloud data for a number of data-types, and
supports access to content which has been previously erased from the iCloud.
Reincubate's iCloud API provides a number of benefits:
- Ease of integration. The API is easy for development teams at any level to work
with, and they remove the need for any highly specialist knowledge of either iCloud /
CloudKit storage, or of third-party apps.
- Future proofing. Reincubate is committed to the maintaining support for contemporary
and past iCloud and iOS data formats, and has a solid track record in this space.
- Support & access to unrivalled expertise. Users of the feeds are able to take
advantage of Reincubate's proprietary techniques in extraction and undeletion of app
data.
- Out of the box app support. Aside from the core iOS data-types the API has modules to
support dozens of third-party apps.
- Out of the box developer platform support. The API has Open Source client
implementations available in a number of languages, including Python, .NET / C# and
JavaScript.
- Speed & scalability. The Reincubate iCloud API platform is built to scale.
- Rich feed customisation options. The feed platform is readily customisable for partner
deployments, with protobuf format feeds and aggregation of messaging app attachments.
- Trust. Reincubate is trusted by security, LEA, and government users around the world.
What Users Say About Reincubate's iCloud APIÂ
"Reincubate have been super responsive to our needs, and as the market's "table
stakes" features have expanded, Reincubate has responded by constantly improving and
expanding their technology solutions to help us meet those increased customer demands. We
are super pleased with our decision to partner with Reincubate!" -- Steve Woda, CEO,
uKnowKidsÂ
About ReincubateÂ
Reincubate is the app data company. The company's mission is to provide data access
and recovery for all app platforms, be they mobile, desktop, web, IoT or in-vehicle. The
company was founded in 2008 and was first to market with both iOS and iCloud data
extraction technology. With over half a decade's experience helping law enforcement and
security organisations access iOS data, Reincubate has licensed software to government,
child protection and corporate clients around the world.
Immerex Debuts At E3 With End-To-End Virtual Reality Solution
New VR Company Combines Proprietary Hardware, Software and Professional Quality Content to Take Virtual Reality Beyond Gaming and into the Hands of Movie Lovers around the World
LOS ANGELES, June 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- E3 Expo Booth E5010 -- Immerex, a virtual reality company that creates cinema-centric VR experiences, has made its official debut at the 2016 Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) with the launch of its end-to-end virtual reality solution and next generation VRG-9020 head-mounted display (HMD). From movies and gaming to applications, Immerex unlocks a wide range of entertainment experiences with its carefully engineered virtual reality platform that is supported by proprietary technology, international connections and award-winning production partners.
The new VRG-9020 HMD features a next generation, compact and stylish design for comfortable, on-the-go virtual reality experiences. Free from restrictive tethering to computers, the VRG-9020 connects to a small VR media box, powering experiences with Immerex's proprietary SDK that can project immersive true VR content, as well as conventional 2D and 3D films. User-friendly, the sleek VRG-9020 comes with a headphone and full in-line controller. Users can also use their smartphone as a controller by connecting via Bluetooth.
"Immerex is solving many of the VR limitations our industry has experienced by going beyond the gaming vertical and addressing the demand for more content, portability and HMDs that are not bulky and uncomfortable," said Adam Li, CEO and CTO of Immerex. "The future of VR depends on making content for virtual worlds and at Immerex, we combine this understanding with proprietary innovation, an elite team and global partnerships to accelerate access to immersive entertainment."
"Through its strategic partnerships, Immerex has direct access into China's burgeoning entertainment industry and the region's expansive investments in film and television production, content distribution and high trafficked box office," said Kirin Li, Head of Immerex China. "We have deep collaboration with partners covering more than 65 percent of China's movie box office. These resources uniquely position the company as a key VR player that is primed to ignite growth within China's VR ecosystem."
At launch, Immerex will offer users an extensive VR content library that has an emphasis in cinema, as well as gaming and applications. Immerex's business model includes actively building a full VR ecosystem in key global markets, including China.
The company is showcasing the VRG-9020 and demoing its end-to-end VR platform at E3 booth #5010. Media interested in scheduling a demo should contact Ryan Maguire at immerex@havasformula.com or 619-234-0345. To learn more about Immerex, visit http://www.immerex.com.
About Immerex
Immerex is a virtual reality company that creates cinema-centric VR experiences. Merging passion with craftsmanship, Immerex is transforming the theatrical experience from simply watching a story, to living it. The company combines its proprietary hardware, software and professional quality content to unlock the power of virtual reality. Dr. Adam Li, CEO and CTO of Immerex, has decades of experience providing technical vision in both software and hardware for companies such as DivX, SONY, and Legend3D. Immerex, founded in 2014, is headquartered in Solana Beach, Calif. To learn more, visit http://www.immerex.com.
New Access Fixtures 16w LED Stainless Steel Louvered Bollard Light
WORCESTER, Mass., June 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Access Fixtures, an industry leader in LED commercial, industrial, and sports lighting, is announcing the introduction of a new 16 watt LED stainless steel bollard light with cast aluminum louvers. Bollard lights with louver-controlled light sources are favored for their ability to limit light distribution to that which aims down toward the ground. With the LED light source blocked from direct view, the cast aluminum louvers minimize glare and limit light trespass. Manufactured with 316 stainless steel, this new bollard light is part of Access Fixtures' comprehensive lineup of LED, HID, and fluorescent light sources in stainless steel and powder-coated aluminum bollard lights from Access Fixtures.
"This LED stainless steel bollard light features cast aluminum louvers in a matte finish. It is honestly beautiful, whether illuminated or not," said Access Fixtures CEO, Steven Rothschild. "Beyond being stunning, the 16-watt louvered stainless steel bollard light is energy efficient and requires very little maintenance."
Access Fixtures' 16-watt LED stainless steel louvered bollard light is offered in four different Kelvin temperatures (2700K, 3000K, 4000K, and 5000K). Depending on the color temperature, the LED light source can deliver up to 1,800 luminaire lumens. The 16-watt LED stainless steel louvered bollard light is in stock and ready for delivery.
Are you looking for a lighting solution for your commercial or public property? Call an experienced lighting specialist at Access Fixtures today at (800) 468-9925.
About Access Fixtures
Access Fixtures offers commercial and sports lighting for less and features light fixtures with LED, induction, PSMH, and CFL light sources that are long-lasting and energy-saving. With custom manufacturing capabilities, Access Fixtures can competitively build and custom finish luminaires and poles to the required performance specifications. Access Fixtures' extensive lineup of interior and exterior lighting fixtures includes products for sports; hospitality applications; and commercial, industrial, and residential lighting. Luminaire types include wall packs, area lights, bollards, garage lighters, vandal resistant, exit and emergency, high bay, T5HO high bay, low bay, linear fluorescent, and grow light fixtures. For more information, visit Access Fixtures at http://www.AccessFixtures.com.
Choosing the Perfect Father's Day Gift for Dad Doesn't Have to be Difficult
NEW YORK, June 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Video News Release - Father's Day (Sunday June 19) is just around the corner. According the latest stats from the National Retail Federation, 64% of us give Dad a Father's Day card, but we'll also spend more than $14 billion on presents. Whether we're planning to be there in person or send love long-distance, lifestyle and food maven Marc Silverstein has tips and some hot gift ideas for the men in our lives.
For the Dad into tech, virtual reality is the hottest craze. It lets you turn your smartphone into a private entertainment center for watching movies, TV and video gaming. From now through Father's Day, T-Mobile are offering this FREE Samsung GEAR VR headset with the purchase of any new Samsung smart phone including their newest model, the S7. The headset is powered by Oculus, and you'll also get access to over 80 video streaming services - so Dad can watch all the movies and TV he wants without worrying about a crazy big data bill - because video streaming doesn't' count against data usage. Pick up this awesome offer for dad at a T-Mobile store near you, or at T-Mobile.com.
Sometimes the best memories are created from a shared experience - and for foodies, that includes a meal. For the dad who really loves seafood, a gift card from Red Lobster is the perfect treat for Father's Day. It's great whether you're going to be there or you just want him to know how much you're thinking about him that day. You can go to RedLobster.com right now to schedule delivery of the gift card, so Dad gets it in time for the big day. The card will arrive by email, and you can even personalize the message with a voice recording.
For a gift he'll use every day - The Dollar Shave Club is the hottest men's grooming gift. This is the very first Dollar Shave Club Father's Day Shave set. You can customize the box with his favorite razor and high-quality grooming products like Dr. Carver's Post Shave and Shave Butter. You can even choose the length of time for Dad's subscription. Gifts as low as $45 to $140 for a whole year. Just go to DollarShaveClub.com
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FRANKFURT AM MAIN, Germany, June 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --
Introducing the new suite category PentaPlayerPad
pentahotels is going to the next hotel level. The neighbourhood-lifestyle brand
pentahotels is introducing a new innovative and exciting category of rooms - the
PentaPlayerPad.
The stylish penta-experience already begins upon arrival. The room keys are handed out
at the design-bar - along with a drink if you wish. Rather than feeling like a
conventional hotel reception the vibe will be that of a chill-out area of a cool club.
Design furniture, a billiard table, pinball machine, Sony Playstation4 and free WiFi all
add to the relaxed atmosphere in the lounge. It's no wonder that the pentalounge has
become the hallmark of the hotel chain and a hotspot for gamers during the day and night.
With the launch of the PentaPlayerPad in Brussels, Liege and Paris, pentahotels has
landed another hit for all guests who like to spend more time in their rooms without
getting bored. Equipped with football tables, Sony Playstation4 or pinball machines, the
gamers' paradise brings the pentalounge-style entertainment to the hotel rooms. And to top
it all off, room service offers everything the gamer could want to eat: tasty club
sandwiches, fresh pizza and the classic "pentaburger" can be delivered to the room -
pizzas are even available 24/7. Â
Alastair Thomann, Managing Director of pentahotels, is delighted to introduce the new
experience for the penta-guests: "In 2007 we introduced the neighbourhood-lifestyle
feeling for our guests with the launch of the pentalounge - a combination of lounge, bar,
cafe and reception. Since then we have continued to develop this open plan design with
special refinements. With the PentaPlayerPad we are looking to further expand our position
as a key trendsetter in the innovative hotel segment and to strengthen our brand
positioning. The feedback from our customers has been extremely positive and thus, we are
working on equipping more of our 5086 rooms worldwide with gamer consoles and similar
gadgets. The goal is to have all pentahotels equipped with the new pads by 2017."
pentahotels represents a new generation of hotels. Known for its unique interior
design and "neighbourhood" feel, the lifestyle brand stands for true innovation in the
industry's 4-star segment. With 28 hotels across seven countries on two continents,
pentahotels offers individual and business travellers comfort and style in a relaxed
atmosphere. The hallmark of the hotel chain is the pentalounge - a combination of lounge,
bar, cafe and reception - that stands out with its "living room" look and feel. For
further information and bookings, please visit http://www.pentahotels.com. Follow us
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Binatone Ushers in a New Era of Wireless Connected Devices with VerveLife from Motorola
The debut of VerveLife's innovative collection of smart wireless devices connect everything that matters to people giving them ultimate freedom for on-demand, on-the-go lifestyles
NEW YORK, June 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Binatone, the official licensee of Motorola Mobility and AEG, announces the global launch of VerveLife, an innovative, revolutionary collection of wireless video and audio products by Motorola that allows consumers full freedom to enjoy life and stay connected. For people where seconds, not minutes count, the flexible technology, sleek and streamlined product designs inspired by Motorola's leadership in mobility have created a collection that sets a new standard in wireless connected devices.
"We are proud to launch VerveLife, a collection of wearable, wireless and waterproof devices designed to give ultimate freedom for on-the-go lifestyles," said Dino Lalvani, CEO and Chairman, Binatone Global. "Wireless devices need to offer busy, social lifestyles uncomplicated solutions on the move, and we are thrilled to deliver on this with smart, interconnected wireless devices that bring freedom to lives - whether it's listening to music, staying in touch or livecasting video on the go."
The VerveLife collection includes:
-- VerveOnes and VerveOnes+: A virtual "computer in your ear" and the
result of 18-months of Motorola and Binatone joint engineering,
VerveOnes are true wireless stereo earbuds completely free of wires. HD
quality sound, clear voice calls, Siri and Google Now compatible, and a
category leading 12-hours of battery life.
-- VerveCam+: A wearable, social, livecasting camera that never misses a
beat, the VerveCam+ offers 2.5k HD motion video, photo and video
editing, time-lapse and loop recording. Livestream to YouTube in real
time. Use the waterproof case and capture the next beach vacation. Comes
with a universal mount, bumper, lanyard and a wearable clip to film
every active moment. VerveCam+ will be supported by a range of
additional mounts sold in separate Action and Home accessory packs.
-- VerveRider and VerveRider+: Comfortable, collar-style "wearable" earbuds
for those on the go, the VerveRider offers 12-hours of battery life,
rich HD sound, an integrated mic for calls, and is Siri and Google Now
compatible. Get your workout going with the VerveRider+, which is also
sweat and waterproof.
-- VerveLoop+: Take your music anywhere. Ideal for sports and gym, the
VerveLoop+ wireless earbuds are super lightweight, sweat and waterproof
and have up to 10-hours of battery life to enjoy music, podcasts and
more, long after your workout has finished.
All VerveLife products use the Hubble Connect for VerveLife app to optimize the perfect sound, review and stream video, and find the last connected location in case the product is lost. Hubble connects the things that matter to people, keeping them in contact with their world. It will soon enable VerveLife users to receive live voice prompt notifications of sound or motion activity from their home, advanced analytics of its environment, and even updates on who's there and what they're doing.
About Binatone:
Binatone is a leading global manufacturer of innovative IoT, smart home and consumer electronic devices for the baby, pet, home, personal audio and lifestyle camera categories. As well as selling products under its own name, Binatone is a licensee of Motorola and AEG. Binatone products are now sold in over 50 countries.
Hubble makes it easy to stay connected with your favorite people, places and pets with live video streaming and up-to-date smart notifications wherever you are. Hubble is also the first Platform-as-a-Service for the connected home. Offering complete SDK, API integration documentation and reference design. Hubble enables leading brands and hardware manufacturers to rapidly integrate and connect new products to the cloud.
Toshiba's New UCedge Essentials Brings the Power of Unified Communications and Mobility to IPedge Users
Free Download at Chrome Web Store, iTunes and Google Play
IRVINE, Calif., June 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc., Telecommunication Systems Division addresses the need for unified communications and mobility by workers in today's challenging business environment, introducing a free version of its UCedge® client software for Android(TM) and iOS® smartphones and tablets and Windows® and Mac® OS X® computers. Toshiba's new Release 2.5 software adds a UCedge Essentials version that is free to IPedge® users. An Advanced version enables access to full UC functionality, including recently added capabilities for the contact center environment.
"More workers are on-the-go, trying to maximize time and juggle multiple tasks, making mobile technology a necessity. With our new UCedge Essentials, available at no additional cost, IPedge users will be able to benefit from using a mobile device as their business telephone, ensuring efficient and effective collaboration with colleagues and customers from virtually anywhere," said Brian Metherell, vice president and general manager of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc., Telecommunication Systems Division.
The new Toshiba UCedge Essentials brings the power of unified communications and mobility to users of Toshiba's IPedge business communications systems as well as Strata® CIX phone systems with an IPedge Application Server.
UCedge Essentials Features
Available at no additional charge, UCedge Essentials offers a solid complement of productivity features conveniently accessible from the user's mobile, desktop or laptop device, including:
-- Corporate Contacts -- call using the Corporate Contact directory
-- History -- view a log of calls dialed, received and missed
-- Callback/Call Through -- make calls using the office phone DID number
-- Visual Voice/Fax Mail -- view, playback and respond to voice and fax
mail
-- Greeting and Routing Management -- manage greetings and Follow Me
routing
-- Call Alert/In-call Menu -- record or transfer missed calls to another
extension
In addition, Toshiba has enhanced the general usability of UCedge, incorporating more natural and simple "tap" and "double click" operations for basic calling features such as making calls, transferring calls and conferencing.
For the full suite of UCedge UC capabilities, users can select UCedge Advanced, which delivers access to a built-in Softphone that allows the client, including tablets with headsets or speakerphones, to function as an extension on the system. With UCedge, users can share presence and exchange IMs with external users, including Microsoft® Skype® for Business (Lync®) Server users or external organizations. Consolidated call and IM history information from multiple devices is stored in the cloud-based Google Drive(TM). UCedge Advanced also supports contact center capabilities, including the ability for agents and supervisors to log into the contact center and manage customer calls using a mobile or desktop device.
Compatibility & Licensing
Toshiba's new UCedge R2.5 is compatible with IPedge EM, EC and EP business communications systems as well as Strata CIX phone systems with an IPedge Application Server. It also brings the power of unified communications and mobility to users of Toshiba's VIPedge® cloud-based business communications solution and Toshiba's Hybrid Cloud solution.
UCedge client software runs on Android and iOS smartphones and tablets and Windows and Mac OS X computers.
UCedge Essentials is included for free. UCedge Advanced requires a licensing fee. Toshiba's VIPedge includes UCedge Advanced at no extra cost in the per-user monthly fee.
For Apple® iPhone® and iPad® devices, click here.
About Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.
Telecommunication Systems Division (TSD)
Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc., Telecommunication Systems Division is one of the six business units of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. (TAIS) and offers business communication solutions for SMB enterprises and enterprises with multi-site or regional locations. Toshiba's VIPedge cloud-based business telephone solution supports up to 500 users, and the IPedge and Strata CIX systems support from 8 to 1,000 users and offer Voice over IP, voice mail and unified messaging, conferencing and collaboration, unified communications applications, networking, mobility and more. Together with Toshiba's PCs, tablets, copiers, and surveillance video cameras/recorders, Toshiba's Telecommunication Systems Division helps enterprises maximize business efficiency in communications and mobility. Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., TAIS is an independent operating company owned by Toshiba America, Inc., a subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation. For more information, visit http://www.Telecom.Toshiba.com.
About Toshiba
Toshiba Corporation, a Fortune Global 500 company, channels world-class capabilities in advanced electronic and electrical product and systems into three focus business fields: Energy that sustains everyday life, that is cleaner and safer; Infrastructure that sustains quality of life; and Storage that sustains the advanced information society. Guided by the principles of The Basic Commitment of the Toshiba Group, "Committed to People, Committed to the Future," Toshiba promotes global operations and is contributing to the realization of a world where generations to come can live better lives.
Founded in Tokyo in 1875, today's Toshiba is at the heart of a global network of 550 consolidated companies employing 188,000 people worldwide, with annual sales surpassing 5.6 trillion yen (US$50 billion) (as of March 31, 2016).
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ROBLOX Expands its Imagination Platform Through the Windows 10 Store
New and Innovative Features Provide All-in-One ROBLOX Experience in the Windows 10 App
SAN FRANCISCO, June 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- ROBLOX is announcing the launch of a new Windows 10 app, now available for free in the Windows Store for PCs and tablets. Previously only accessible to Windows 10 users via web browser, the app makes it easier than ever to tap into the growing ROBLOX ecosystem. Whether playing on a tablet or a desktop PC, users will now have the ability to easily discover and play user-generated adventures, games and experiences, as well as seamlessly transition to ROBLOX social features without leaving the app.
"We currently have over 12 million people who come to ROBLOX every month, and we expect that number to continue to grow as a result of our Windows 10 app launch," says David Baszucki, CEO of ROBLOX. "Through the Windows 10 app, we're able to set the stage for a truly cross-platform ecosystem, where kids from around the world can easily connect via their favorite devices to play, learn and imagine together."
The app provides several additional innovative features that allow users to carry out their favorite ROBLOX activities in one place. Users can search for games within the app without having it open by typing or using voice activated phrases, such as "Hey Cortana, ROBLOX Search Tiny Tanks" through Cortana. Live Tiles, a Windows feature that allows a user to pin ROBLOX to their Start menu, also makes accessing the platform more convenient than ever before.
"We are very excited that ROBLOX is launching in our Windows Store, as we always strive to have the most intuitive products available to our community," said Warren Wilbee, Sr. Director Partner Business Evangelism, in the US DX group at Microsoft Corp. "We hold ROBLOX in high regards and are looking forward to the additional cross-platform capabilities our users will now enjoy through the ROBLOX Windows 10 app."
This launch unlocks another realm of creativity, which supports the company's mission to unite and inspire the creators, dreamers and explorers of the next generation. ROBLOX's cross-platform capabilities now stretch across nearly every existing platform, from PC and Mac to mobile and Xbox One, as well as virtual reality on Oculus Rift, providing seamless connectivity and convenience for players on any popular digital arena.
ABOUT ROBLOX:
ROBLOX is building the future of play as the premiere user-generated online gaming platform, with over 15 million games and experiences created by users. Virtual explorers come to ROBLOX to create adventures, play games, role play, and learn with their friends in a family-friendly, immersive, 3D environment. ROBLOX is accessible from all popular mobile devices, computers, Xbox and now VR. For more information, please visit http://www.roblox.com.
A New Era of Wireless Connected Devices Launched by VerveLife From Motorola
LONDON, June 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --
Setting a new standard in wireless connected devices, Binatone, the official licensee
of Motorola Mobility is announcing the global launch of VerveLife, a revolutionary
collection of wireless video and audio products, set to give consumers the full freedom to
enjoy life and stay connected.
With benefits spanning across the range from extended battery life, easy wireless
capabilities, IP57 water protection, durability and portability - VerveLife devices are
designed for people where the seconds, not minutes count and the innovative and flexible
technology is perfect for those who like to pack a lot into their lives.
"We are proud to launch VerveLife, a collection of wearable, wireless and waterproof
devices designed to give ultimate freedom for on-the-go lifestyles," said Dino Lalvani,
CEO and Chairman, Binatone Global. "Wireless devices need to offer busy, social lifestyles
uncomplicated solutions on the move, and we are thrilled to deliver on this with smart,
interconnected wireless devices that bring freedom to lives - whether it's listening to
music, staying in touch or livecasting video on the go."
All the devices in the range use the Hubble Connect for VerveLife app, which features
options for consumers to create audio profiles to optimise the perfect sound, find the last
connected location in case the headset is lost and use the pass through audio function, to
hear what's around or tune it out. Hubble connects the things that matter to people,
keeping them in contact with their world. It will soon enable VerveLife users to receive
live voice prompt notifications of sound or motion activity from their home, advanced
analytics of its environment, and even updates on who's there and what they're doing.
VerveOnes and VerveOnes+: A virtual computer in your ear, the VerveOnes are a set of
completely wireless stereo earbuds that boast 12 hours of battery life, HD quality sound,
Siri and Google Now compatible and an integrated dual mic allowing for clear voice calls.
The VerveOnes+ offer all the same features of VerveOnes with the added benefit of IP57
water and sweat protection. VerveOnes products come with the Hubble Connect for VerveLife
app and are compatible with iOS and Android and prices start from RRP GBP199.99.
VerveRider and VerveRider+: Designed to be the ultimate wearable earbuds for those one
the go, these comfortable collar-style earbuds provide all day comfort with 12-hours of
battery life, rich HD sound and come with an integrated mic for calls. The VerveRider+
offers the same features with the added benefit of IP57 water and sweat protection. The
VerveRider and VerveRider+ come with the Hubble Connect for VerveLife app and is
compatible with iOS and Android and prices start from RRP GBP59.99.
VerveLoop+: Designed for music lovers that want to take their music anywhere - the
VerveLoop+ Wireless earbuds are lightweight, have IP57 water and sweat protection and have
up to 9.5 hours of battery life so you can enjoy your music all day long. VerveLoop+ comes
with the Hubble Connect for VerveLife app and is compatible with iOS and Android and
prices start from RRP GBP59.99.
VerveCam+: The last addition to the VerveLife collection, the VerveCam+, set to launch
in September 2016, is a wearable, social, live casting camera that never misses the
moment. It offers brilliant motion video with 2.5K at 30fps and 138-degree field of view
and comes with a built in video stabilizer and active consumers will relish the ability to
livestream to YouTube in real time. The VerveCam+ comes with an IP68 waterproof case so it
can safely be taken up to 30m deep. It also comes with a universal tripod mount, a bumper
and lanyard and a wearable clip mount to fit your every need. The VerveCam+ is also
connected to the Hubble Connected for VerveCam app that provides photo and video editing,
live stream, loop recording, time lapse among other features. Prices start from RRP
GBP149.99.
For more information, or to buy products from the VerveLife range visit verve.life
[http://www.verve.life ].
About Binatone:
Binatone is a leading global manufacturer of innovative IoT, smart home and consumer
electronic devices for the baby, pet, home, personal audio and lifestyle camera
categories. As well as selling products under its own name, Binatone is a licensee of
Motorola and AEG. Binatone products are now sold in over 50 countries.
Hubble makes it easy to stay connected with your favorite people, places and pets with
live video streaming and up-to-date smart notifications wherever you are. Hubble is also
the first Platform-as-a-Service for the connected home. Offering complete SDK, API
integration documentation and reference design. Hubble enables leading brands and hardware
manufacturers to rapidly integrate and connect new products to the cloud.
New Ricoh color MFP series delivers revolutionary Workstyle Innovation Technology to seamlessly support today's business needs
Innovative devices help enterprises and small to medium businesses customize workflows to simplify information flow
MALVERN, Pa., June 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Ricoh today unveiled its latest color multifunction printer (MFP) series to help workers at small to medium businesses and enterprises improve productivity, save time and accomplish more. The RICOH MP C3004/MP C3504/MP C4504/MP C6004 color MFP series brings new levels of digital workflow automation to the workplace and empowers users to customize how they share information in today's new world of work. It provides users with the ability to use the same actions they use every day on their smartphones and tablets - including pinching, flicking and swiping - to quickly transition from one job to the next with ease.
As today's workstyles continue to change, the need for innovative technologies has increased. This is why Ricoh has brought Workstyle Innovation Technology, the next generation of office automation, to the forefront of its portfolio. Today, employees are accustomed to sharing and receiving information how they want to, when they want to, without delay. The RICOH MP C3004/MP C3504/MP C4504/MP C6004 series utilizes the building blocks of Workstyle Innovation Technology to efficiently enable this information flow with speed and convenience thanks to its new 10.1" Wide Super VGA Smart Operation Panel. This next-generation platform empowers users to create one-touch shortcuts to automate manual tasks, place customized information-rich widgets on the control panel and access details quickly and intuitively with a single glance.
"In our fast-paced work environments, the need to capture, transform and manage information more quickly, especially for mobile workers, is increasingly important," said John Brophy, Vice President, Product Marketing, Ricoh USA, Inc. "This is precisely why we implemented new and intuitive features - to help simplify a customer's workday, to help overcome their business challenges and to help streamline business. Moreover, this newest MFP series utilizes advanced technologies that deliver greener operations, accomplishing a full range of document-related tasks without compromising the environment or the bottom line. This effort is consistent with Ricoh's goals of developing products for a more sustainable future, as recognized by the highly coveted 2016 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year Award."
The RICOH MP C3004/MP C3504/MP C4504/MP C6004 series increases productivity while saving energy. An integrated, innovative motion sensor detects an approaching user by sensing differences in temperature versus the surrounding environment, activating key operations. This enables the device to recover from sleep mode in approximately one second, providing fast access to Smart Operation Panel functions. It also utilizes Ricoh's Smart Device Connector app that enables workers to seamlessly integrate with mobile devices and share information between other Ricoh devices, such as interactive whiteboards and projectors. Additionally, the series comes equipped with advanced administrative controls to limit outputs for specific users or workgroups, along with user authentication controls to prevent unauthorized access and help ensure only the intended recipient receives the document.
For details on Ricoh's full line of products, services and solutions that foster innovative and intuitive ways to get things done, please visit http://www.ricoh-usa.com.
| About Ricoh |
Ricoh is a global technology company that has been transforming the way people work for more than 80 years. Under its corporate tagline - imagine.change. -Ricoh continues to empower companies and individuals with services and technologies that inspire innovation, enhance sustainability and boost business growth. These include document management systems, IT services, production print solutions, visual communications systems, digital cameras, and industrial systems.
Headquartered in Tokyo, Ricoh Group operates in approximately 200 countries and regions. In the financial year ending March 2016, Ricoh Group had worldwide sales of 2,209 billion yen (approx. 19.6 billion USD).
Skytap Advances Container Modernization with Introduction of Skytap Driver for Docker Machine
Skytap Driver empowers enterprises to evolve traditional applications to microservice architectures and gain flexibility in technology choices
SEATTLE, June 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Skytap, Inc., a popular cloud service for application modernization, is announcing a driver for Docker Machine. The Skytap Driver extends the native functionality of Docker Machine to Skytap Cloud. With this new feature, enterprises can safely modernize traditional on-premises application architectures to container architectures within Skytap Cloud, without impacting any currently in-use environments.
Enterprises are in the evaluation stage of adopting container technologies while concurrently trying to modernize traditional applications. "Some legacy vendors experiment with running their applications in containers. Elsewhere, enterprise software architects increasingly turn their attention to breaking monolithic legacy apps into their constituent parts, each running in scalable, portable containers," wrote Paul Miller, senior analyst serving CIOs at Forrester, in a May 2016 brief titled, "Brief: Why The CIO Must Care About Containers."
The new Skytap Driver enables application teams to begin containerizing their existing applications while avoiding the need to rearchitect the full application from scratch.
The Skytap Driver for Docker Machine enables application teams to remotely:
-- Provision Docker hosts using a standard or custom virtual machine (VM)
Skytap template into a new or existing Skytap environment.
-- Control the VM machine state of the Docker host running within a Skytap
environment.
-- Manage the Docker host running within Skytap.
"Unlike other cloud providers that require enterprises to rearchitect or build apps from the ground up, we enable application teams to incrementally evolve traditional enterprise applications to modern microservices architectures," said Brian White, VP of products, Skytap. "With the Skytap Driver for Docker Machine, we're providing a seamless experience for using Skytap Cloud within the Docker toolchain."
The Skytap Driver for Docker Machine is now generally available and provided free to Skytap customers via the Apache License, version 2.0. Download the new Skytap Driver for Docker Machine here: github.com/skytap/docker-machine-driver-skytap, and learn how to use it by viewing this three-minute demo: https://youtu.be/PZFLyCAPSyM.
Skytap is hosting a complimentary reception on Tues., Jun. 21, from 4:30-7:00 p.m. at the Tap House Grill near the upcoming DockerCon in Seattle. There will be networking followed by an expert panel discussing the topic "Containerization: Moving Beyond the Buzz." Please register here to join: http://www.bit.ly/sea-reception.
About Skytap, Inc.
Skytap is a public cloud provider that extends enterprise Cloud and DevOps strategies to traditional on-premises applications. Skytap uniquely supports application modernization with production-ready development, software testing and training environments that work the same way as an on-premises data center. Skytap packages servers, VMs, networks, data and configurations into environments that can be provisioned, cloned, suspended and shared around the world with a single click. To try Skytap and learn more, visit http://www.skytap.com.
Ricoh brings big capabilities in small footprint with new black and white MFP
RICOH MP 305SPF helps unify and streamline workflows throughout the organization, while providing 11" x 17" printing, faxing, copying and scanning capabilities in a device that comfortably fits on a desktop
MALVERN, Pa., June 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Ricoh USA, Inc. today unveiled its latest device to help offices and businesses streamline their workflows and do more from one, centralized device. The ENERGY STAR® certified and EPEAT® Silver rated* RICOH MP 305SPF digital multifunction printer (MFP) helps users manage multiple jobs of varying sizes seamlessly from their desktops. Ricoh's new Workstyle Innovation Technology, the next generation of office automation, powers a next-generation 10.1" Wide Super VGA Smart Operation Panel to simplify workflows, set customized shortcuts and toggle between jobs with the same gestures used on smartphones and tablets - including pinching, flicking and swiping.
In work environments where presentations and meetings occur frequently, the ability to print, copy, fax and scan 11" x 17" jobs is occasionally necessary. Yet, devices that meet this requirement have historically been too large and too loud to fit on a front desk or counter areas within retail environments, construction sites or small businesses. Despite its small footprint, the RICOH MP 305SPF can print on 11" x 17" paper (A3), and also help users stay focused on their day jobs with features such as a low-noise mode for whisper-like operation.
"In the new world of work, streamlining everything from workflows to real estate utilization is paramount," said John Brophy, Vice President, Product Marketing, Ricoh USA, Inc. "Workstyle Innovation Technology comprises the building blocks necessary to make these needs a reality for our customers. The intelligent design of the RICOH MP 305SPF delivers the capabilities modern businesses need while minimizing footprint requirements, IT burden, and complexity - essential components to overcoming today's business challenges."
The RICOH MP 305SPF's next-generation Smart Operation Panel further empowers users to collaborate efficiently and effectively, enabling scanning to a variety of locations, and copying, printing and faxing through a few quick and easy clicks. By unifying these capabilities in one compact device, workflows are further streamlined reducing the need to move from device to device to get tasks done. Additionally, IT and supply costs are reduced when fewer devices need to be monitored, maintained and managed.
With speeds of up to 30 black-and-white prints/copies per minute, the RICOH MP 305SPF enables users to do more in less time, whether directly from the MFP or from other mobile devices. With Ricoh's Smart Device Connector app, workers can seamlessly integrate mobile devices, share information between other Ricoh devices and access information stored securely in the cloud.
For details on Ricoh's full line of products, services and solutions, please visit http://www.ricoh-usa.com, follow @RicohSMB on Twitter and Ricoh SMB on LinkedIn. Also, visit WorkIntelligent.ly to learn more about fueling collaboration for your organization to thrive in today's new world of work.
*EPEAT rating is applicable only in the USA
|About Ricoh|
Ricoh is a global technology company that has been transforming the way people work for more than 80 years. Under its corporate tagline - imagine. change. - Ricoh continues to empower companies and individuals with services and technologies that inspire innovation, enhance sustainability and boost business growth. These include document management systems, IT services, production print solutions, visual communications systems, digital cameras, and industrial systems.
Headquartered in Tokyo, Ricoh Group operates in approximately 200 countries and regions. In the financial year ending March 2016, Ricoh Group had worldwide sales of 2,209 billion yen (approx. 19.6 billion USD).
OSNEXUS Announces End-to-End Software Defined Storage Security for Enterprise and Cloud Deployments
QuantaStor SDS End-to-End Security Includes One-click Encryption, Storage Grid Security, Self-Encrypting Drive Support and Advanced User Access Controls
BELLEVUE, Wash., June 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- OSNEXUS, the leading developer of Software Defined Storage (SDS) solutions, today announced the inclusion of end-to-end security coverage for QuantaStor SDS enabling multi-layer data protection "on the wire" and "at rest" for enterprise and cloud storage deployments.
Combining protocol-level encryption with SMB, IPsec and HTTPS across any storage grid, hardware and software disk drive encryption with Intel AES-NI technology and advanced user security featuring role-based access controls, QuantaStor SDS End-to-End Security is ideal for industry applications ranging from energy, healthcare, financial services and education to government.
"Our SDS end-to-end security coverage, one of the most advanced storage security architectures in the industry, helps enterprises meet strict data security and encryption compliance requirements for both the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission," said Steve Umbehocker, CEO of OSNEXUS. "QuantaStor's multi-layer security model ensures that critical information assets are secured across heterogeneous physical or virtual storage grids scalable to 64 nodes and 64 Petabytes, on-premises or in the cloud."
QuantaStor SDS allows IT generalists to set up and manage complex open source scale-out file, block and object storage technologies with only a few mouse clicks for use cases including high-performance computing, Big Data, virtualization and backup and archive.
QuantaStor SDS End-to-End Security Highlights:
User Security - QuantaStor goes beyond basic Role Based Access Control (RBAC) with Advanced User Security by masking user permissions and allowing administrators to grant permissions for users at the storage object level, to all objects in the user's associated cloud(s) or to the entire storage system.
Data Security - For data-at-rest, QuantaStor features "one-click" full drive software encryption with Intel AES-NI technology and FIPS 140-2 self-encrypting drive support with certified hardware.
Client Security - For data on-the-wire, QuantaStor provides encryption via SMB3, IPSec, and HTTPS. For iSCSI storage, QuantaStor uses Challenge-Handshake Authentication Protocol (CHAP) supporting CHAP for storage volumes, user levels and storage clouds providing easier management and SAN security.
Grid Security - All data replication and storage grid management communications are encrypted using SSL/TLS 1.2 with strong ciphers.
About OSNEXUS
Founded in 2010, OSNEXUS enables organizations to manage their storage ranging from small sites to hyper-scale deployments across global datacenters with its QuantaStor SDS industry-leading Software Defined Storage (SDS) platform. The QuantaStor platform provides scale-out file, block, and object storage technology as a single, easy-to-manage solution.
QuantaStor SDS, deployed by Global 500 companies worldwide, addresses a broad set of storage use cases including server virtualization, big data, cloud computing, and high performance applications through scale-out physical and virtual storage appliances.
New Dirt Bikes Super Racing Game Developed by Gametop
SINGAPORE, June 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Casual gaming giant Gametop has developed a new game geared towards players who enjoy dirt bike racing. The game is called Dirt Bikes Super Racing and built upon the time-tested techniques seen in other popular physics-based motocross games.
The new game is available immediately on Gametop's website where it has already proved to be a success two weeks after the soft launch. The game is released simultaneously for the Mac platform and Dirt Bikes Super Racing is available as a free download on the App Store
Sergei Eliseev, the founder of Gametop said, "Dirt Bikes Super Racing answers to the calls of users who have requested Gametop to develop more games for the racing genre. While Gametop has several hundred games available across many popular genres, it's known that motorcycle, car and racing games in general are always popular and loved among our users."
Dirt Bikes Super Racing is a game where players are competing against several computer-controlled drivers. The gameplay is intuitive and fits perfectly with the casual gaming niche. All the user has to do is to control the speed of the motorcycle and balance the driver accordingly.
The game is built upon a physics engine which means it is easy to understand, but hard to master when the levels are getting tougher. The race course is filled with obstacles and the player needs to find the right balance between speed, angle and position of the driver on the dirt bike.
-- More than 100 levels of addictive gameplay and several unlockable dirt
bikes
-- 100% free game without in-game ads or purchase options
-- Available immediately for Windows and Mac operating systems
About Gametop
Gametop is a game developer and publisher that has been operating in the casual games market since 2003. The company provides 100% free games and makes a point that the games are completely legal and without any ads or in-app purchases.
The company has an extensive catalogue of games and a loyal clientele who download the newest games as soon as soon as they are released.
Fujitsu Introduces New Departmental Scanners Featuring Ultra-Compact Design With Advanced Document Imaging And Capture Capabilities
New Scanners Designed To Be The Most Compact In Their Class, Reliably Handle Mixed Batches And Large Document Sizes Without Sacrificing Quality Or Performance
SUNNYVALE, Calif., June 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Fujitsu, the market leader in document imaging scanners, today announced the availability of its latest fi-Series scanners, the ultra-compact, high-speed Fujitsu fi-7460 and fi-7480 departmental scanners. Designed for professional workloads and engineered to last, the Fujitsu fi-7460 and fi-7480 reliably handle a wide variety of mixed batched media as the smallest A3 scanners in their class (14.96" x 8.23" x 6.61"), making them ideal for all office environments.
The Fujitsu fi-7460 provides quick scanning speeds of 60 ppm / 120 ipm at 300 dpi, while the fi-7480 delivers blazing fast speeds of 80 ppm / 160 ipm at 300 dpi (color, grayscale, monochrome). Capable of handling document sizes A8 to A3, both models are bundled with enhanced image processing PaperStream IP TWAIN and ISIS and PaperStream Capture software. The scanners power on in less than a second from sleep mode, and are equipped with USB 3.0 connectivity. One-dimensional and two-dimensional barcode recognition allows users to prepare and organize batches for faster electronic filing. Additional intelligent document imaging features and time-saving tools include:
-- Reliable, Uninterrupted Volume Scanning: The Fujitsu fi-7460 and fi-7480
can efficiently scan large amounts of documents. The expanded automatic
document feeder (ADF) can accommodate 100 sheets, and additional
documents can simply be added during the process without disruption.
-- Scanning Versatility: The new scanners support a wide variety of
documents and can easily handle regular A8 to A3 paper sizes, as well as
folded A2 documents and plastic cards. Efficiently handling both thick
and thin documents, the scanners require no burdensome pre-sorting with
mixed batch scanning.
-- Automatic Stacker Boosts Productivity: The adjustable-speed rollers
control the paper output, so that documents are neatly stacked.
Organized paper output increases work efficiency by eliminating time
spent realigning messy stacks.
-- New Manual Feed Mode: With a switch of a button, users can scan
envelopes, bound pamphlets, and extra thick media, expanding the variety
of documents that can be captured without a flatbed.
-- Intelligent Multi-feed Function (iMFF): Utilizing ultrasonic sensors,
the scanner can increase daily throughput by ignoring labels and sticky
notes while still protecting against data loss from multi-feeds.
-- Software Enhancements: With PaperStream IP TWAIN and ISIS image
enhancement technology, documents are automatically converted into
exceptionally clean images. PaperStream Capture allows users to complete
scanning processes faster and easier than ever before. Scanner Central
Admin dramatically reduces the total cost of ownership (TCO) and work
that goes into setting up, operating and maintaining multiple Fujitsu
scanners within in an organization. An upgrade to PaperStream Capture
Pro provides customers enhanced indexing, document separation, and after
scan correction for optimal productivity.
"Years of industry leadership and scanning technology advancements have enabled us to design the most compact scanners in their class that deliver functional excellence, high-quality images and ease of daily use," said Scott Francis senior VP of product management, Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc. "Designed with outstanding paper handling, image capabilities and unrivaled performance, the Fujitsu fi-7460 and fi-7480 dramatically improve workplace scanning efficiency and reliability."
Pricing & Availability
The Fujitsu fi-7460 and fi-7480 are now available through authorized resellers, VARs and distributors. The fi-7460 is priced at $3,995 (U.S. List) and the fi-7480 is priced at $4,995 (U.S. List).
Service Options for the Fujitsu fi-7460 and fi-7480 Scanners
Fujitsu offers one of the most comprehensive portfolios of service programs in the document imaging industry with available options for any budget or response time needed. Generous trade-in programs, multi-vendor service, and co-term options are also available, providing for convenient coverage of the entire scan fleet. For more information about Fujitsu services please contact a Fujitsu distribution partner or Service Sales at 1-800-301-9475 or visit our Service Programs site here.
Additional Supporting Resources
For more information about Fujitsu scanners and software solutions visit:
-- Fujitsu fi-7460/fi-7480 Product Pages
-- Software Solutions Home Page: us.fujitsu.com/fcpasolutions
-- Follow @FCPASolutions on Twitter: https://twitter.com/FCPASolutions
-- Become a fan of Fujitsu Computer Products of America on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FCPASolutions
-- Join our LinkedIn Community
About Fujitsu
Fujitsu is the leading Japanese information and communication technology (ICT) company, offering a full range of technology products, solutions, and services. Approximately 156,000 Fujitsu people support customers in more than 100 countries. We use our experience and the power of ICT to shape the future of society with our customers. Fujitsu Limited (TSE: 6702) reported consolidated revenues of 4.7 trillion yen (US$41 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2016. For more information, please see http://www.fujitsu.com.
About Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc.
Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc. is an established leader in the Document Imaging industry, delivering innovative scanning solutions and services that enable our customers to solve critical business productivity issues and streamline operations. Fujitsu provides cutting-edge document capture solutions for business and personal environments, backed by a comprehensive portfolio of service and support programs. For more information about Fujitsu Document Imaging solutions and services, visit http://us.fujitsu.com/fcpa or call us at 800-626-4686.
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DDN's ES14K Embedded Appliance Boosts Lustre Performance by 300% and Delivers Far Better Reliability for the Enterprise
Thanks to its Groundbreaking SFA14K Platform, DDN's Embedded Lustre File System Solutions Are Now Much Faster, More Cost Effective, and Enterprise & Web Cloud Enabled
SANTA CLARA, Calif., June 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Continuing to build on its unmatched leadership in HPC and Lustre®-based storage, DataDirect Networks (DDN) today unveiled its new high-end Lustre storage appliance, built specifically for HPC and data intensive Enterprise markets. The DDN EXAScaler(TM) ES14K(TM), combines the industry's fastest storage platform from DDN with Intel® Enterprise Edition Lustre parallel file system to deliver the world's most advanced Lustre appliance.
-- Highest Performance - 4x faster than all other Lustre solutions on the
market, providing up to ½ TB/second throughput in a single rack;
-- Lowest Latency - Delivers latencies as low as 100 s for superfast
embedded file system and metadata speeds thanks to its specially
designed internal PCIe Gen3 fabric;
-- Most Efficient Scalability - Provides up to 2x more capacity per rack
than competitive alternatives, delivering 7+PB in a single rack and
scaling to 14+PB in a single appliance;
-- Designed for Flash - All SSD configurations to deliver industry-leading
storage IOPS, throughput and metadata performance. Leverage hybrid
options to drive down the cost/GB while maintaining the performance of a
flash tier;
-- Most Experienced Lustre Provider on the Globe - DDN brings over 10 years
of Lustre development, deployment, optimization and support expertise to
deliver high reliability, ease of deployment and optimal solution
performance to the most demanding scale and performance environments
around the world;
-- Exascale Ready - HPC architectures are now depending on the innovation
leadership of DDN, which combines DDN's Exascale-ready ES14K and DDN's
IME application acceleration and burst buffer, to deliver the world's
only complete solution for performance-optimized cache and
cost-optimized storage that aligns with Exascale initiatives and budget.
Leveraging Lustre 2.7* pre-installed and fully optimized for DDN's high-density storage appliances, ES14K delivers 4x the performance and up to 2x higher density than competitive offerings and offers robust management and monitoring interfaces, HPC-level performance that optimizes both mixed and parallel IO performance, and complete DDN/Intel integrated support.
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"With more than a decade of experience in designing, installing and supporting Lustre-based storage, DDN is the most experienced Lustre provider and has worked closely with us over many years to design optimized Lustre-based storage systems. DDN's latest ES14K offering delivers a high-performing, high density appliance for the HPC market built on Intel® Enterprise Edition for Lustre®," said Brent Gorda, GM of Intel's High Performance Data Division. "Lustre has strong and accelerating momentum in the market and is being widely adopted in the high performance technical computing arena by national labs and universities, as well as traditional industries like research, oil and gas, manufacturing, and financial services. Intel is delighted to see DDN expand its Lustre offering with the new ES14K appliance, and we look forward to continuing our strong collaboration to deliver advanced, performance-driven technologies and solutions to customers worldwide."
Leveraging DDN's proven performance leadership, the EXAScaler family offers the perfect balance of open source software coupled with tight performance hardware integration to deliver the best cost/performance in the industry. IO path optimization at every level in the EXAScaler architecture ensures consistent high performance for bandwidth-intensive, IOPs-intensive and mixed IO workflows, and minimizes the performance impact of adverse conditions like drive failures. Developed to overcome the toughest storage and data management challenges, the ES14K was designed from the bottom up to accommodate the rapid deployment of new technologies like Omni-Path, 100 Gb/E, faster processors, new SSDs and burst buffer integration.
Leading high-performance computing organizations depend on DDN and Intel Lustre's cutting-edge solutions to solve some of today's toughest data-intensive storage challenges, including the University of Tokyo, The First Institute of Oceanography, SOA, CEA and TACC.
The new ES14K is generally available today and will be showcased at the International Supercomputing Conference (ISC), booth #1010, in Frankfurt, Germany July 19-23, 2016.
Webinar
To learn more, attend the "On the Path to Exascale with Next-Gen DDN and Intel Lustre Solutions" live webinar on Wednesday, June 15, 2016 at 9:00 am PST. Register here.
Supporting Resources
-- More on ES14K Lustre Appliance
-- More on DDN EXAScaler
-- More on DDN End to End Storage and Big Data Platforms
-- More on DDN Customers
-- Follow DDN: Blog, Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook
About DDN
DataDirect Networks (DDN) is the world's leading big data storage supplier to data-intensive, global organizations. For more than 15 years, DDN has designed, developed, deployed and optimized systems, software and storage solutions that enable enterprises, service providers, universities and government agencies to generate more value and to accelerate time to insight from their data and information, on premise and in the cloud. Organizations leverage the power of DDN storage technology and the deep technical expertise of its team to capture, store, process, analyze, collaborate and distribute data, information and content at largest scale in the most efficient, reliable and cost effective manner. DDN customers include many of the world's leading financial services firms and banks, healthcare and life science organizations, manufacturing and energy companies, government and research facilities, and web and cloud service providers. For more information, go to http://www.ddn.com or call 1-800-837-2298.
Xilinx Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC Available with Android Open Source 5.1 (Lollipop) Operating System
Ideal for safe and secure products running an advanced user interface
SAN JOSE, Calif., June 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Xilinx, Inc. (NASDAQ:XLNX) today announced Android 5.1 (Lollipop) support for the Zynq(®) UltraScale+(TM) Multi-Processor SoC (MPSoC). Through its Hardware Enablement Program, Mentor Graphics has used its extensive Android experience on heterogeneous multi-core platforms to successfully port the Android Open Source Project (AOSP) code to run on the Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC. The resulting solution is the first to combine the advanced user interface of the Android platform with the added safety, security, and processing power offered by Zynq UltraScale+ devices, based on the 64-bit ARMv8 architecture.
The heterogeneous Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC isolates hardware resources to allow a high-level operating system, such as Android, to co-exist with safety critical functions that are run by a Real-Time Operating System on the integrated Real-Time Processing Unit. "Designers working within Industrial Automation, Transportation, Medical and Healthcare, and Radio markets continue to look for ways to build products that include features such as voice recognition, rich user interface, and complete customization without compromising safety and security," said Ramine Roane, senior director of Software Product Marketing, Xilinx. "The unique combination of the Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC and the AOSP provides a full safe and secure platform upon which such products can be built."
"Our expertise to port the Android Open Source Project to Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC will ease embedded development for Xilinx customers. The combination of application and real-time processing, low power consumption, high performance, integrated programmable logic, and isolation between general purpose and real-time subsystems provide many opportunities for the deployment of Android into non-traditional markets," said Warren Kurisu, director of product management, Runtime Solutions, Mentor Graphics Embedded Systems Division. "We look forward to supporting Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC customers on Android as well as a range of other software and tools available within the Mentor Embedded product line."
Availability
Android 5.1 (Lollipop) will be publicly available from Mentor Embedded for Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC in Q3 2016. Mentor will directly support Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC customers by providing commercial support, customization services, platform porting and feature enhancements, all available as part of a larger full software solution package for Xilinx products. For additional information visit http://www.mentor.com/embedded-software/semiconductors/xilinx.
About Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoCs
The Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC is the industry's first heterogeneous multiprocessor SoC (MPSoC) using TSMC's 16FF+ process. The new family enables the development of flexible, standards-based platforms by providing 5X system-level performance/watt and any-to-any connectivity with the security and safety required for next-generation systems. The Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoCs combine multiple user programmable processors including a dual or quad-core 64-bit ARM® Cortex(TM)-A53 Application Processing Unit, a 32-bit dual-core ARM® Cortex(TM)-R5 Real Time Processing Unit, and an ARM® Mali(TM)-400 Graphics Processing Unit. The family also includes a host of integrated peripherals, safety and security features, and advanced power management. When coupled with the SDSoC(TM) development environment, the Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC family enables systems that are both software defined and hardware optimized.
About Xilinx
Xilinx is the leading provider of All Programmable FPGAs, SoCs, MPSoCs, and 3D ICs. Xilinx uniquely enables applications that are both software defined and hardware optimized - powering industry advancements in Cloud Computing, Embedded Vision, Industrial IoT, and 5G. For more information, visit http://www.xilinx.com.
Veloxity unveils the LockerPower Lite, its new flagship phone charging kiosk
BOSTON, June 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Veloxity, a leading provider of phone charging solutions, is launching a new generation phone charging kiosk designed for the high-end market segment. Developments in this model include: more lockers, a bigger touch screen, faster charging, improved analytics, and a lightweight design. A larger screen accommodates two forms of video or image advertising, while an improved software allows for an intuitive user experience. Veloxity's new kiosk will empower clients to engage more users and better cater to their device charging needs.
Like its predecessor, each of the LockerPower Lite's lockers contain the following charging cables: micro USB, Apple Lightning, iPhone 4, and USB Type C. Together, these cables allow Veloxity to provide charging capabilities for more than 98% of mobile devices on the market today. Veloxity's clients will have the option to upgrade to indestructible cables that are backed by a lifetime warranty. The new model will feature improved analytical capabilities through surveys and data capture.
The LockerPower Lite also lives up to its namesake, providing clients with a lighter, sleeker charging kiosk. "The improved hardware, software, and sexy design will greatly benefit our customers," says Krassi Popov, CEO. "From initial feedback and pre-orders, we can already tell it's poised to compete very well in our growing industry."
In pre-launch trials, Veloxity has observed an average increase of 28% in social media interaction with the kiosk itself, translating to increased social media activity for the client. From these interactions, along with usage data, Veloxity estimates an average increased retention rate of 16-20%.
The LockerPower Lite will retail for $4,600, while long term leasing options start at $380 per month. The kiosk will officially debut mid-July at Gillette Stadium and Logan Airport. The LockerPower Lite is available for a special pre-order price of $4,200 until July 4(th) at http://www.veloxity.us.
About Veloxity:
Veloxity is a B2B provider of phone charging solutions. Veloxity's flagship locker kiosk and portable charging system is used at trade shows, conferences, conventions, universities, and hospitals nationwide. Veloxity empowers brands such as Coca-Cola, Harley Davidson, Verizon, Red Bull and others through activation and sponsorship opportunities. Headquartered in Boston, MA, the privately held company was founded in 2013 and is focused on increasing brand awareness, brand loyalty, customer satisfaction, foot traffic, and revenues for stakeholders.
Media Contact: Ray Fu, 978-394-4936, ray@veloxity.us
2Keys IAM Solution for the Province of Nova Scotia Nears Completion
OTTAWA and TORONTO, June 14, 2016 /CNW/ - 2Keys Corporation, a Canadian Information Technology Security Company, was awarded the Province of Nova Scotia's Identity and Access Management (IAM) Service known as Signet in May of 2015. 2Keys is pleased to announce that the service will be made available to Nova Scotia Provincial Departments by early fall this year.
Signet is a cloud based IAM Service, which provides individuals and businesses with privacy enhancing electronic credentials and validated identities for securely interacting with the Province of Nova Scotia's online services.
"We're excited to realize the benefits of using this IAM solution, which is a foundational initiative that provides secure and private access to government services for citizens and businesses of the Province of Nova Scotia. The solution has been designed to be aligned with the goals and outcomes of the Pan Canadian Assurance Model positioning the Province and its businesses and citizens for the benefits of an enhanced digital economy", said Glenn Bishop, Executive Director, Corporate Information Strategies at Province of Nova Scotia.
"The 2Keys IAM solution provides secure, confidential and privacy enhancing access to government services for citizens and businesses of the Province of Nova Scotia. The solution supports the goals and outcomes of the Government of Canada's Pan-Canadian Identity Standards by enabling secure digital experiences through our Managed Security Service" added Shawn Heeley, Vice President, Customer Solutions, 2Keys Corporation.
Founded in 1998 and based in Ottawa and Toronto, Canada, 2Keys is a private employee owned company. 2Keys is a national leader in enabling secure digital experiences for Canadian governments, financial institutions and commercial clients. 2Keys designs, deploys and operates Digital Identity Platforms and Cyber Security Platforms through Managed Service and Professional Service engagements. 2Keys engagements focus on integrity, confidentiality, privacy and availability as the best way to protect and enhance digital business value for our clients.
Wirecard Collaborate with Travelex to Launch New Supercard for British Travellers
MUNICH, June 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --
- Card and App combination enables spending abroad without bank card roaming
chargesÂ
- Wirecard acts as issuer and acquirer  Â
Wirecard and the leading foreign exchange provider, Travelex today announces the
launch of Supercard. A new MasterCard(R) card and app combination for UK travellers to
avoid overseas debit and credit card roaming fees and charges when spending abroad. Last
year, Travelex introduced Supercard on a pilot basis to help solve traveller spending
woes. After a successful pilot, Supercard is now offering the product to the UK public.
Within this cooperation, Wirecard acts as the technical service provider and takes
over the whole acquiring processes as well as the risk management. In addition, Wirecard
Card Solutions Ltd, a Wirecard Group company, is the issuer of the Supercard.
Supercard connects all existing credit and debit cards in one card solution which will
be chip and pin protected. There are no application, registration, administration or usage
fees for spending overseas. Customers simply link their credit or debit card via an app to
their Supercard - with almost instant updates through the app, travellers can keep track
of how much they spend and approximately how much they save. The application process is
simple with no credit checks are involved. Plus, they still benefit from any card reward
points they usually earn. With Supercard, travellers get the MasterCard wholesale exchange
rate. This means Travelex do not add any additional fees or charges when the card is used
for spending in other countries. Supercard is accepted wherever MasterCard cards are
accepted.
Sean Cornwell, Travelex's Chief Digital Officer says: "At Travelex we're on a mission
to create innovative financial products to help our customers' break down the borders that
limit them from living internationally. Supercard provides them with the power to remove
the boundaries they face when spending abroad, meaning they can travel with the peace of
mind of knowing they're not getting charged fees and charges for spending with their UK
bank cards abroad."
Jack Harris, Vice President Financial Institutions Europe adds "The Supercard product
is great news for UK travelers and we are delighted to be collaborating with Travelex, the
world's leading foreign exchange specialist, on its launch. The card solution is highly
innovative and Wirecard are providing all aspects of the payment, risk management and
processing technology. Â This launch further highlights Wirecard's ability to deliver
complex and innovative solutions into the Financial Technology arena."
To get Supercard simply go to http://www.travelex.co.uk/Supercard to download the
app and register. Once successfully registered the card will be sent via post. When the
card arrives, use the app to link existing UK debit or credit cards to it. The app is
available for iOS and Android phone devices.
About Wirecard: Â
Wirecard AG is a global technology group that supports companies in accepting
electronic payments from all sales channels. As a leading independent supplier, the
Wirecard Group offers outsourcing and white label solutions for electronic payments. A
global platform bundles international payment acceptances and methods with supplementary
fraud prevention solutions. With regard to issuing own payment instruments in the form of
cards or mobile payment solutions, the Wirecard Group provides companies with an
end-to-end infrastructure, including the requisite licences for card and account products.
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Sony Interactive Entertainment America Unveils Extraordinary Gaming Experiences For PlayStation®4 And PlayStation®VR At E3 2016
LOS ANGELES, June 13, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- At its annual E3 press conference today, Sony Interactive Entertainment America LLC (SIEA) debuted a line-up of premier content for PlayStation®4 (PS4(TM)), including Days Gone (SIE Bend Studio), Spider-Man (Insomniac Games), LEGO® Star Wars(TM): The Force Awakens(TM) (TT Games and Warner Bros Interactive Entertainment), God of War (SIE Santa Monica Studio), DEATH STRANDING (Kojima Productions), FINAL FANTASY® XV (Square Enix), RESIDENT EVIL® 7 biohazard (Capcom Co.), and many more.
SIEA also announced the North American launch date of October for PlayStation®VR (PS VR), a virtual reality system that takes PS4 to the next level of immersion. Along with the launch date announcement, SIEA unveiled a breadth of unique PS VR experiences, including Farpoint (Impulse Gear), Star Wars(TM) Battlefront(TM): X-Wing VR Mission (Electronic Arts), and Batman(TM): Arkham VR (RockSteady and Warner Bros Interactive Entertainment).
"PlayStation's heritage has been built around innovation and ground-breaking gaming experiences, and today's reveals of new PS4 and PS VR content speaks to our continued commitment to this evolution of gaming," said Shawn Layden, President of SIEA and Chairman of SIE Worldwide Studios. "From the reimagining of God of War to the brand new world of Days Gone, this E3 marks one of the best content line-ups in PlayStation history. With the launch of PS VR on the horizon, innovation also has never been stronger at PlayStation, as developers, from smaller independent teams to larger studios, have been able to quickly leverage the technology and create unique experiences that truly embody VR's potential."
PlayStation®4
PS4 continues to remain the fastest-selling console in PlayStation® history with more than 40 million units sold worldwide, and new game announcements revealed on stage at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles demonstrated how PS4's library will further expand with an unparalleled line-up of games. SIE's Worldwide Studios (SIE WWS) unveiled three new ambitious games during the show -- God of War, Spider-Man and Days Gone. Developed by Santa Monica Studio, God of War opened the show with a reveal showcasing a refreshed gameplay experience that continues the next chapter for iconic character, Kratos. As part of the reveal, renowned musical artist Bear McCreary, composer for God of War, shared his score for the game while conducting an incredible live orchestra.
The debut of Spider-Man for PS4 introduced players for the first time to an authentic new Spider-Man story and universe being developed through a close collaboration between Insomniac Games, Marvel and San Mateo Studio. Additionally, Days Gone marks the long-awaited return of Bend Studio, who debuted a trailer highlighting a story about loss and regret set in a stunningly realistic high-desert of the Pacific Northwest, and closed the press conference with a live demonstration of emergent, open-world gameplay.
Other featured titles from SIE WWS included highly-anticipated titles Horizon Zero Dawn, Detroit: Become Human, and The Last Guardian. SIEA also announced that The Last Guardian will launch on October 25, 2016. Also, in partnership with SIE, celebrated game creator Hideo Kojima took to the stage to announce his new PS4 exclusive title, DEATH STRANDING. DEATH STRANDING will be produced, written, directed and designed by Hideo Kojima himself, and will star actor Norman Reedus.
In addition to the wealth of content coming from SIE's WWS, partnerships with the industry's leading developers and publishers will further solidify PS4 as the best place to play for gamers. At the press conference, SIEA announced it has worked with Activision to bring back one of PlayStation's fan favorite characters, Crash Bandicoot. Coming to PS4 first this October, Crash appears in Skylanders® Imaginators, the latest game from one of the most beloved franchises. Additionally, in 2017, fans can play Crash 1, Crash 2, and Crash Warped, fully remastered for PS4 by Activision and Vicarious Visions. SIE will also continue its partnership with Activision on Call of Duty®: Infinite Warfare, ensuring once again that PlayStation is home to one of the world's biggest franchises. PlayStation 4 gamers will be the first to play all downloadable map packs from Infinite Warfare, and those who pre-purchase select editions of the game for PS4 will be the first to play Call of Duty: Modern Warfare Remastered's campaign 30 days prior to launch on November 4*.
Additional featured partner titles shown during the conference include LEGO Star Wars: The Force Awakens, RESIDENT EVIL 7 biohazard, and FINAL FANTASY XV. PS4 owners will be the first to play the demo for the highly-anticipated LEGO Star Wars: The Force Awakens, and the demo for RESIDENT EVIL 7 biohazard will be made available first to PlayStation®Plus members. Additionally, it was announced that RESIDENT EVIL 7 biohazard will be fully compatible with PS VR.
PlayStation®VR
When PS VR launches on October 13, 2016 in North America, it brings with it the opportunity for virtual reality to reach the mainstream, as all 40 million PS4s in gamers' homes are PS VR-capable.** From some of the biggest franchises in gaming to brand new titles created exclusively for PS VR, a wide breadth of unique experiences will await gamers when PS VR launches. During the conference, SIEA unveiled new PS VR experiences, including Farpoint,Star Wars Battlefront: X-Wing VR Mission, and Batman: Arkham VR. From developer Impulse Gear and SIE's San Mateo Studio comes Farpoint, an unnerving VR space adventure that will set a new standard for immersive VR.
Batman: Arkham VR is from the critically-acclaimed Rocksteady Studios and is the first virtual reality Batman experience that will allow fans to experience Gotham City through the eyes of the World's Greatest Detective in an all new Arkham mystery.
Star Wars Battlefront: X-Wing VR Mission will immerse players in one of the most dreamt about Star Wars(TM) fantasies - piloting an X-wing in the far reaches of space. This all-new mission will be exclusive to PS VR this holiday, and is free*** for owners of Star WarsBattlefront. ***
PlayStation VR titles will range from $9.99 to $59.99. Additionally, PlayStation Move controllers will be available as a two-pack bundle for $99.99 (MSRP).
* Pre-purchase Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare Digital Deluxe, Digital Legacy, Legacy, or Legacy Pro editions on PS4, and get access to the Modern Warfare Remastered campaign on 10-05-2016 on PS4. Offer available on PSN and at participating retailers only.
** VR functionality requires a PlayStation VR headset and PlayStation camera.
*** Requires Star Wars Battlefront for PS4(TM), PlayStation®VR, and PlayStation Camera (all sold separately).
About Sony Interactive Entertainment America
Recognized as a global leader in interactive and digital entertainment, Sony Interactive Entertainment America (SIE) is responsible for the PlayStation® brand and family of products and services. PlayStation has delivered innovation to the market since the launch of the original PlayStation in Japan in 1994. The PlayStation family of products and services include PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Vita, PlayStation®3, PlayStation®Store, PlayStation®Plus, PlayStation(TM)Video, PlayStation(TM)Music, PlayStation(TM)Now, PlayStation(TM)Vue, PlayStation®Original and acclaimed PlayStation software titles from SIE Worldwide Studios. Headquartered in San Mateo, California, SIE is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation and has global functions and regional headquarters in California, London and Tokyo.
"PlayStation" is a registered trademark of Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. "PS4" is a trademark of the same company.
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Opening of Japan office brings new product lifecycle management (PLM) opportunities to the Asian market
LOS GATOS, Calif., June 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Centric Software has opened its first office in Tokyo, Japan, bringing its market leading PLM solutions to local fashion, footwear, luxury and consumer goods companies. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, Centric has offices around the world including Barcelona, London, Hong Kong, Goteborg, Los Angeles, Mexico City, Milan, Munich, New York, Paris, Shanghai and Silicon Valley.
The opening of the Japan office confirms Centric's rapid penetration of the Asian market.
Eighteen months after opening an office in Shanghai, China, Centric has already signed 16 customers, becoming the PLM leader in the region.
With this new office, Centric aims to develop even closer bonds with leading Asian companies by supporting the market with intuitive, easy to use, mobile and cloud-based PLM software that provides a single actionable version of the truth for planning, design, development, sourcing, production and retail teams.
"It will be a great benefit to the Japanese market to have access to PLM based on worldwide industry best practices and Silicon Valley driven innovations. Traditional solutions take one year or more to implement; Centric, with its Agile Deployment(TM) methodology, can go live in less than six months, providing significant financial benefits, faster," says Shoji Nishimura, Sales Director, Centric Japan.
"Building on the recent partnerships with several major Japanese brands, we are very excited to announce the opening of our operations in Japan," said Chris Groves, CEO of Centric Software. "Our team will continue to build on innovations made with great companies in the region and we look forward to wide-spread adoption in this market."
To meet the Japanese team or request a demo please contact:
Shoji Nishimura,
snishimura@centricsoftware.com
Visit Centric's Office in Japan
Centric Software K.K.
Level 11 Aoyama Palacio Tower
3-6-7 Kita-Aoyama, Minato-ku
Tokyo 107-0061, Japan
Tel: +81-3-5778-7545
Visit our website: http://www.centricsoftware.com/ja/
From its headquarters in Silicon Valley and offices in trend capitals around the world, Centric Software builds technologies for the most prestigious names in fashion, retail, footwear, luxury and consumer goods. Its flagship product lifecycle management (PLM) platform, Centric 8, delivers enterprise-class merchandise planning, product development, sourcing, business planning, quality and collection management functionality tailored for fast-moving consumer industries. Centric Cloud packages extended PLM including innovative technology and key industry learnings tailored for small businesses.
Centric Software has received multiple industry awards, including the Frost & Sullivan Global Product Differentiation Excellence Award in Retail, Fashion and Apparel PLM. Red Herring named Centric to its Top 100 Global list in 2013 and 2015.
Centric is a registered trademark of Centric Software. All other brands and product names may be trademarks of their respective owners.
Opgal is Unveiling the Thermal Security System of the Future
KARMIEL, Israel, June 13, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --
The future of thermal security cameras became reality as Opgal Optronic Industries
[http://www.opgal.com ] Ltd., a leading manufacturer of thermal imaging systems, announced
that they will be unveiling their new Sii(TM) OP thermal security camera later this month.
Based on Linux OS, the Sii OP is defined as the first thermal camera with a truly open
embedded software platform, boasting an incredibly easy installation and a dedicated
Software Development Kit (SDK) for seamless third party integration.
Security cameras have come a long way in recent years. Once the realm of traditional
CCTV systems, more security projects these days are built around thermal technology due to
the 24/7, all weather detection capabilities of these devices. The need for better target
detection has created a demand for thermal cameras that will be able to integrate with
end-point analytics software that facilitates easier target detection and tracking.
"With our growing line of Vumii(R) thermal imaging systems, we are always seeking ways
to reinvent thermal imaging and bring new technologies to market," stated Amit Mattatia,
President & CEO of Opgal. "The Sii OP introduces new standards to the security industry,
by offering a cost effective option and a truly open platform to system integrators and
software developers alike. This is yet a further proof of Opgal's ability to leverage its
vast experience in creating game-changing products."
Equipped with both thermal and HD visible-light channels for day and night
surveillance, Sii OP meets global ONVIF standards to ensure interoperability of hardware
and software products for easy integration to both existing and new infrastructures,
regardless of manufacturer.
Sii OP will be available from Opgal via a growing network of solution providers and
distributors in all major countries, and will be offered with pre-integration to some of
the leading VMS and analytics software in the market. Opgal will unveil the Sii OP at the
IFSEC exhibition to be held June 21-23, 2016 at the ExCeL London, UK convention center.
About Opgal(R):
Opgal Optronic Industries Ltd. is a leading global provider of innovative infrared
thermal imaging systems and advanced vision and surveillance solutions for a variety of
markets. Using state-of-the-art thermal and active-imaging technologies, Opgal leverages
advanced electro-optics and image processing expertise to create high performance,
versatile visualization hardware and software products. We work closely with clients in
security & safety, commercial aviation, defense, oil & gas and other industries. Our
mission is to meet and exceed customer expectations from project initiation through
implementation, in developing and deploying cutting edge technology quickly and
effectively. Founded more than 30 years ago, Opgal is a major supplier of solutions to
leading contractors and integrators, as well as corporate and professional customers in
over 60 countries. For more details about our expertise in this area, please visit our
website at http://www.opgal.com
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Xbox introduces future of gaming beyond console generations and without boundaries
Microsoft debuts new Xbox One family of devices, Xbox Live features and biggest lineup of games in Xbox history.
LOS ANGELES, June 13, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Monday at the Xbox E3 2016 Briefing, Microsoft Corp. unveiled a new family of Xbox One devices, a host of new Xbox Live features and the biggest lineup of games in Xbox history. Head of Xbox Phil Spencer underscored the Xbox team's commitment to building a future of gaming beyond console generations and inviting gamers to play without boundaries.
Xbox is working to bring Xbox Live to all devices and networks -- PC, console, virtual reality and mobile -- to create a unified experience where all gamers are welcomed, respected and supported. The new Xbox Play Anywhere program lets gamers buy a game once and play it on both their Windows 10 PC and Xbox One console with shared progress, game saves and achievements. Every new Microsoft Studios title shown at the Xbox E3 2016 Briefing will support Xbox Play Anywhere, with more titles on the way.
"Gamers have never had more choice in how and where they play," Spencer said. "We are bringing our biggest games lineup ever to Xbox One and Windows 10, uniting gamers across networks on Xbox Live and expanding the Xbox One family of devices with the addition of Xbox One S and "Project Scorpio" to give gamers more choice in how and where they play. There's never been a better time to be an Xbox gamer."
Introducing the Xbox One family of devices
The new lineup of Xbox One hardware and accessories delivers unprecedented choice and level of personalization for gamers. All Xbox One devices will play current and future Xbox One games as well as titles in the Xbox One Backward Compatibility program, and all accessories will work across every console in the Xbox One family as well.
-- Xbox One S. Debuting a sleek new design and "robot white" color, the new
Xbox One S is the smallest and most compact Xbox ever. The 40 percent
smaller console has an internal power supply and supports 4K Ultra HD
for Blu-ray movies and content streamed from partners like Netflix and
Amazon Video. High Dynamic Range (HDR) support for video and gaming
delivers richer, more luminous colors in games like "Gears of War 4."(1)
Available for preorder beginning today and in stores starting August
2016:
-- 500GB Xbox One S is $299/249 pounds/299 euros
-- 1TB Xbox One S is $349/299 pounds/349 euros
-- Limited launch edition 2TB Xbox One S will be available in select
markets for $399/349 pounds/399 euros
-- "Project Scorpio." Coming holiday 2017, "Project Scorpio" will be the
most powerful console ever created, with 6 teraflops of GPU delivering a
premier console gaming experience including true 4K gaming and
high-fidelity virtual reality. "Project Scorpio" will join the Xbox One
family and coexist alongside Xbox One and Xbox One S and all of your
Xbox One games and accessories are compatible.
-- New Xbox Wireless Controller. We've enhanced comfort with a textured
grip and introduced a sleek, streamlined design in white. Added
Bluetooth radio gives you easy wireless connection to your Windows 10
PCs and tablets.(2) The new Xbox Wireless Controller will be available
worldwide starting in August for $59.99/49.99 pounds/59.99 euros.
-- Xbox Design Lab. Now fans can create their own official, one-of-a-kind
Xbox Wireless Controllers with more than 8 million color variations to
customize the controller body, D-pad, thumbsticks, ABXY buttons and
more. Each controller is handmade to order and shipped directly to fans.
Xbox Design Lab is open for orders now in the U.S., Canada and Puerto
Rico for $79.99 through http://www.xbox.com/xboxdesignlab. Laser
engraving is also available for an additional $9.99.
-- Xbox Elite Wireless Controller - "Gears of War 4" Limited Edition. A
pro-level controller designed in collaboration with The Coalition, the
Xbox Elite Wireless Controller - "Gears of War 4" Limited Edition
features laser-etched claw marks and a battle-weathered design, telling
the survival story of a confrontation with the Swarm. Available in very
limited quantities in early October for $199.99/199.99 euros/159.99
pounds with pre-orders starting the week of June 13 at select retailers.
Uniting gamers through Xbox Live
The goal of Xbox Live is to cultivate a safe, fun and reliable online community, where all types of gamers are welcome, respected and supported. Team Xbox announced a slew of new features to break down barriers between gamers playing on different devices and make gaming more accessible for all.
-- Clubs on Xbox Live. A new way to connect with gamers and create private
communities with people who have similar play styles, personal interests
and values.
-- Looking for Group on Xbox Live. Like a "want ad" for multiplayer,
Looking for Group on Xbox Live is the easiest way to seek out players
who are available -- and qualified -- to jump into your multiplayer
match right now.
-- Arena on Xbox Live. A new online tournaments platform designed for
everyone, from novice to aspiring pro, Arena on Xbox Live brings
competitive gaming to Xbox One and Windows 10 devices. Sign up for
tournaments directly through the Xbox UI or the Xbox app and play for
prizes and bragging rights.
-- Cross-play. Gamers on Xbox One and Windows 10 can now play select
multiplayer games together. "Gears of War 4," "Forza Horizon 3," "Sea of
Thieves" and "Scalebound" all support cross-play between Xbox One and
Windows 10 PC, and now "Minecraft" players on iOS, Android, Windows 10
phone and Windows 10 devices can all join together in cross-device
multiplayer fun.
-- Cortana on Xbox One. We're bringing the popular digital assistant
Cortana to Xbox One, featuring familiar voice commands available on
Windows 10 devices and new gaming-specific scenarios for Xbox One.
Cortana will initially launch on Xbox One in the U.S. and U.K. with
additional markets coming soon after.
-- PC games (Win32) in Xbox Live. With the Xbox update coming this summer
you'll see the top PC games on Xbox Live, with more added every month.
Use the Xbox app to see what PC games your friends are playing, view
game clips and upload your own, and message and voice chat with friends
across games.
-- Language Region Independence. Based on overwhelming fan feedback, we're
enabling Language Region Independence to give gamers even more control
over their Xbox experience and how they engage with their Xbox One.
Language Region Independence gives gamers the freedom to choose any
supported language on Xbox One, regardless of their location.
Biggest lineup comes to Xbox One and Windows 10
Xbox premiered a wide range of games launching in 2016 and beyond for Xbox One and Windows 10, including a mix of exclusives, blockbusters and independent games through the ID@Xbox program.
-- "ARK: SURVIVAL EVOLVED" (FIRST ON XBOX ONE AND WINDOWS 10). The wildly
popular indie game from Studio Wildcard has sold over 1 million copies
on Xbox One via Game Preview, and is soon coming to Windows 10. Stranded
naked, freezing and starving on a mysterious island, you must hunt,
harvest, craft items, grow crops and build shelters to survive. Learn
how to tame, train, breed and ride dinosaurs and primitive creatures
living on the ARK as you forge new paths across the beautiful open world
in this large-scale survival game. Team up with hundreds of players
online, play split-screen locally or brave the island on your own.
-- "BATTLEFIELD 1" (ELECTRONIC ARTS). Featuring some of the largest, most
dynamic battles in FPS history, experience the dawn of all-out war
across war-torn France, in the sand dunes of the Arabian Desert, and in
the skies over London -- only in "Battlefield 1." Join in massive
64-player battles and experience unexpected Only in Battlefield moments
during a time where the old world was destroyed, giving way to the new
one. Play it first, exclusively on Xbox One with EA Access beginning
Oct. 13. Available worldwide on Xbox One and Windows PC on Oct. 21,
2016.
-- "DEAD RISING 4" (WORLD PREMIERE). Developed by Capcom Vancouver, "Dead
Rising 4" marks the return of photojournalist Frank West in an all-new
chapter of one of the most popular zombie game franchises of all time.
With an unmatched level of weapon and character customization, ambitious
new features including new zombie classes and EXO Suits, "Dead Rising 4"
delivers a heart-pounding experience as players explore, scavenge and
fight to survive in an epic open-world sandbox. Available Holiday 2016
on Xbox One and Windows 10.
-- "FINAL FANTASY XV" (SQUARE ENIX). "FINAL FANTASY XV" is the highly
anticipated action RPG and 15th mainline entry in the iconic "FINAL
FANTASY" franchise. Set in an enthralling world where fantasy meets
reality, players will join Crown Prince Noctis and his comrades on an
epic journey of brotherhood, love and despair as they unravel Noctis'
destiny and take up arms against the nefarious Niflheim empire. With a
captivating cast of characters, breathtaking visuals, open world
exploration and action-packed real time combat, "FINAL FANTASY XV" is
the ultimate "FINAL FANTASY" experience for fans and newcomers to the
series. Available worldwide for Xbox One on Sept. 30, 2016.
-- "FORZA HORIZON 3" (XBOX ONE AND WINDOWS 10 EXCLUSIVE -- WORLD PREMIERE).
The best-selling racing franchise returns with "Forza Horizon 3." Race
and explore the rugged wonder of Australia with your friends in over 350
of the world's greatest cars as you win millions of new fans and build
the world's greatest automotive festival. As the new boss of the Horizon
Festival, you can modify every aspect of race events, and how you get to
the finish is up to you. Available worldwide as an Xbox Play Anywhere
title on Sept. 27, 2016.
-- "GEARS OF WAR 4" (XBOX ONE AND WINDOWS 10 EXCLUSIVE). A new saga begins
for one of the most acclaimed video game franchises in history. After
narrowly escaping an attack on their village, JD Fenix and his friends
Kait and Del must rescue the ones they love and discover the source of a
monstrous new enemy. "Gears of War 4" returns the franchise to the dark
tone and intensity of the original and includes split-screen and online
co-op, the next generation of the five-player favorite, Horde Mode, 60
frames-per-second Versus multiplayer, and stunning visuals powered by
Unreal Engine 4. Available worldwide as an Xbox Play Anywhere title on
Oct. 11, 2016.
-- "GWENT" (WORLD PREMIERE OF CLOSED BETA ON XBOX ONE AND WINDOWS 10).
"Gwent," the hit card game from CD PROJEKT RED's game of the year --
"The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt" -- is now its own standalone collectable card
game. Inspired by player feedback, with new rules and mechanics, "Gwent"
puts players and their style of play, and not only their cards, in the
center of the action. In "Gwent," You are the Wild Card.
-- "HALO WARS 2" (XBOX ONE AND WINDOWS 10 EXCLUSIVE). The best-selling
console real-time strategy (RTS) of all time is back! Developed in
partnership by 343 Industries and Creative Assembly, "Halo Wars 2" is an
action-packed RTS on the biggest Halo battlefield ever. Get ready to
lead armies of Spartans and other Halo fighting forces like Warthogs,
Scorpions and exciting new units in a brutal war against a terrifying
new enemy, The Banished. Available worldwide as an Xbox Play Anywhere
title on Feb. 21, 2017.
-- "INSIDE" (FIRST ON XBOX ONE). Developed by Playdead, "INSIDE" is the
long-awaited follow-up to 2010's groundbreaking digital hit "Limbo."
Featuring Playdead's trademark dark art, emotion and game craft, this
adventure puzzler ships June 29, 2016, and is available for pre-order
now. To celebrate the launch, "Limbo" will be free to all Xbox players
from June 13--20.
-- "MINECRAFT" (REALMS AND ADD-ONS). Mojang and Microsoft showcased
cross-device multiplayer between iOS, Android, Samsung Gear VR and
Windows 10 devices, made possible with Monday's launch of the "Friendly
Update" for "Minecraft: Windows 10 Edition" Beta and "Minecraft: Pocket
Edition." With Xbox Live and the "Minecraft Realms" service, Windows 10
and mobile Minecraft players can host their own multiplayer worlds on
private, cloud-based servers and play with friends 24/7, even when the
original world creator is offline. Starting today, players with Xbox
Live accounts can try "Minecraft" Realms on mobile and Windows 10 free
for one month through the "Minecraft" app. The team also announced new
game add-ons coming this fall that will let players modify their in-game
worlds to customize key game elements and create their own maps and
minigames.
-- "RECORE" (XBOX ONE AND WINDOWS 10 EXCLUSIVE). From legendary video game
creator Keiji Inafune and Armature Studio LLC, the team behind the
"Metroid Prime" series, comes "ReCore," an action-adventure game
masterfully crafted for the modern generation. Play as Joule, one of the
last remaining humans, and forge friendships with courageous robot
companions to lead them on an epic adventure through a mysterious,
dynamic world. Available worldwide as an Xbox Play Anywhere title
starting Sept. 13, 2016.
-- "SEA OF THIEVES" (XBOX ONE AND WINDOWS 10 EXCLUSIVE). Developed by Rare,
the legendary creators of "Perfect Dark" and "Banjo-Kazooie," "Sea of
Thieves" is an immersive, shared world adventure game filled with
pirates, unexpected dangers and loot for the taking. Be the pirates you
want to be, share adventures with friends, and set your own rules, roles
and goals in a world where every sail on the horizon is another crew of
players with unknown intent. "Sea of Thieves" offers an experience that
will evolve over time, landing in players' hands early and growing based
on feedback from the community.
-- "STATE OF DECAY 2" (XBOX ONE AND WINDOWS 10 EXCLUSIVE, WORLD PREMIERE).
The next installment in the fan favorite "State of Decay" franchise
immerses you in an all-new multiplayer zombie survival fantasy. Players
work together to build lasting communities where choices made shape an
interconnected world and form a unique experience every time. Available
worldwide as an Xbox Play Anywhere title in 2017.
-- "SCALEBOUND" (XBOX ONE AND WINDOWS 10 EXCLUSIVE). From critically
acclaimed developer PlatinumGames Inc. and renowned Game Director Hideki
Kamiya, "Scalebound" brings epic adventures and battles at enormous
scales across the beautiful and dangerous open world of Draconis.
Customize main hero Drew and your dragon, Thuban, to suit your playstyle
as you battle legions of soldiers and massive monsters solo or
cooperatively with up to three additional friends on Xbox Live.
Available worldwide as an Xbox Play Anywhere title in 2017.
-- "TACOMA" (FIRST ON XBOX ONE AND WINDOWS 10). It is the year 2088, and
humanity has taken to the stars. You step aboard the abandoned space
station "Tacoma," the facility's Augmented Reality technology your only
connection to the crew that once lived here. What happened to them --
and what role did the station's AI overseer, ODIN, play? Discover the
truth in "Tacoma," Fullbright's follow-up to the genre-defining story
exploration game "Gone Home," when it comes to Windows 10 and Xbox One
next year.
-- "TEKKEN 7(TM)" (BANDAI NAMCO ENTERTAINMENT INC.). An engrossing story
intertwines the past, present and future fates of fan-favorite
characters in "TEKKEN 7." Known for revolutionizing the fighting genre
through both its hard-hitting gameplay and diverse cast of characters,
"TEKKEN 7" introduces enhanced fight mechanics alongside a slew of new
combatants to ensure that your next fight won't ever be your last.
Available worldwide for Xbox One in early 2017.
-- "TOM CLANCY'S THE DIVISION(TM) - EXPANSION I: UNDERGROUND" (UBISOFT®).
Dive into the underbelly of New York to save what remains in
Underground, the first expansion for "Tom Clancy's The Division."
Explore the randomly generated mazes of subways, tunnels and sewers to
fight deadly enemies and recover powerful loot. Experience an all-new
incursion and find the latest weapons, gear and more. Available first on
Xbox One and Windows PC beginning June 28.
-- "WE HAPPY FEW" (FIRST TO CONSOLE ON XBOX ONE). Developed by Compulsion
Games, "We Happy Few" is coming to Windows 10 and Xbox One this summer.
In a dystopian, mod 1964 England that lost World War II, the citizens of
Wellington Wells are taking a happy drug called "Joy," and living in
denial of their grim existence and a terrible past. Can you survive
among them once you stop taking your Joy become a "Downer?"
Pre-order now at your Microsoft Store or local retailer
With more than 100 retail locations across the U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico and Australia, and through microsoftstore.com, fans can begin pre-ordering their favorite games and select accessories and hardware from this year's Xbox E3 2016 Briefing right now. For a list of Microsoft Stores, visit https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/store/locations/find-a-store.
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SKYBOXE(TM) Engages a 2.2 Trillion Dollar Television Marketplace with a Hybrid TV(TM) Service
SARASOTA, Fla., June 13, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- SKYBOXE, has configured a unique and proprietary television service combining Local Television with a la carte subscriptions like, HBO GO, MLB, Hulu, Netflix, IP Cable Networks through a single user interface.
"SKYBOXE offers a distinct alternative to high priced cable or satellite TV while amassing distribution very differently from how Apple TV, Roku, TiVo, Chromecast or Amazon Prime operates," said Isaac Jacobson, EVP of Corporate Development. "Our patent pending solution also allows a large volume distribution base using white labeled platforms for bulk installs at hotels, college campuses, residential centers, big box retailers and ISPs allowing them to embed their own brand and offerings throughout the television viewing experience."
SKYBOXE runs on Android providing Local, Over the Air Programming, Cable TV Network APPs, IPTV, OTT Networks, Video Gaming, Music, Play Store, LTE Internet and Internet Telephony, the next bundle.
"The patents, the history of the team, and the technologists they have assembled led by its CTO, Sun Chang of Microsoft and Samsung, all enable SKYBOXE to become the next big player in the 'cord cutting' environment. The company provides a cost effective and efficient way to watch television, including local channels, on any device," said Nyhl Henson, SKYBOXE board member and CEO of StreamerZz. Mr. Henson is credited with involvement in CMT, MTV and Nickelodeon and referred to by Hollywood talent agency, CAA as the Edison of pay per view.
About SKYBOXE Three years in the making, SKYBOXE is a wholly owned subsidiary of Applied Digital Research; a Delaware Corporation headquartered in Sarasota, Florida. The team consists of pioneers from the entertainment and media world along with some of the top television developers from LG, MS and Samsung.
The company will launch the service later this year in the USA, Canada and Mexico. SKYBOXE plans a B2B offering geared towards big box retail, hotel networks, college dorms and assisted living facilities. SKYBOXE has set out to revolutionize the next generation of television as a la carte content packages make their way to the web.
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