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NetEase Showcases New PC and Mobile Games at Second Annual Game Enthusiasts' Day

BEIJING, May 23, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- NetEase, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTES) ("NetEase" or the "Company"), one of China's leading internet and online game services providers, announced plans to introduce an extensive pipeline of PC-client and mobile games during NetEase's 2(nd) Annual "5/20 Game Enthusiasts' Day" on May 20, 2016 in Guangzhou. The event celebrates the continued passion and excitement players have for NetEase-operated games, and provides a first look at new exciting upcoming games designed to appeal to a wide audience.

NetEase revealed a pipeline of 41 total games during the event, including footage of over 20 never before released new PC and mobile games. The event highlighted the latest additions to its portfolio of 90 mobile games, including Fantasy Westward Journey: Warriors and Westward Journey: Rage, which extend the franchise of China's two most popular mobile games, Fantasy Westward Journey and Westward Journey Online. Players have also been exceptionally pleased with the mobile version of New Ghost, which is currently one of the top 10 grossing games in China's iOS app store following its debut on May 13.

To extend its success in PC-client games, NetEase is bringing a series of its legacy PC titles to mobile players, including the award-winning MMORPG Tianxia III, the best-in-class fighting game Datang, as well as a next generation 2.5D MMO game Demon Seals. Powered by the proprietary Messiah engine, the 3D Tianxia mobile is expected to bring mobile gaming to a new level. The mobile version of Datang, possibly the most anticipated fighting game of 2016, and the first MMO game produced NetEase for online PC-clients, is expected to be introduced to players later this year. Leveraging NetEase's top class self-developed NeoX engine, the mobile version of Demon Seals will give players a thrilling experience in next-generation 2.5D MMO games.

In addition to its strong presence in MMORPG games, NetEase continues to diversify its games portfolio in different genres, including FPS, ACT, MOBA , SLG, Music and etc. Other new mobile games introduced to the Enthusiast Day audience were:

    --  Terminator 2: Judgment Day (Official Mobile Game): the officially
        authorized mobile game, this MMORPG features an over-shoulder view and
        movie quality picture
    --  Onmyoji: a NetEase developed game for 2016, with 3D turn-based combat
        based on a well-known Japanese story
    --  Audition Mobile: the mobile version of the popular dancing game puts
        players in the role of a Showbiz newcomer
    --  HIT: a breathtaking ARPG developed by the Lineage 2 and TERA production
        team
    --  Hero X Hero: an ARPG developed with Hack & Slash that features
        one-versus-many fighting
    --  Dawn of Steel: an action-oriented, real-time strategy game that pits
        powerful mechanized rigs against each other for control of an alien
        world's precious resources
    --  Girl Exorcist: the first 3D anime-adventure mobile game, where demon
        hunters try to save the world from catastrophe
    --  Hime War: a NetEase developed 3D game integrating TPS, card games and
        ARPG-style play
    --  Richman 9: jointly developed by NetEase Games and Softstar, this is the
        first mobile game developed from the Richman series
    --  Wildfire EX: a 3D action game developed by NetEase Inception Studio that
        combines time travel and sci-fi elements
    --  S7: NetEase's initial First-Person Open World RPG-shooting mobile game
        leverages next-gen technology to create an epic world
    --  Band of Tanks: a first-person shooter game based on famous World War II
        tank battles
    --  For the Honor: developed by NetEase, featuring six civilizations, dozens
        of heroes and more than 100 story chapters, this game enables countless
        mysteries and conflicts
    --  Over Ocean: The Great Voyage: in this MMO mobile game in the Age of
        Discovery, players sail around the world to earn money, prestige and
        glory
    --  The Legends of Glory: a MMORPG based on western magic, it requires
        multi-vocation teamwork
    --  Adventure of Tang: the first 3D turn-based MMO role playing mobile game
        produced by NetEase creates a fantastic new Journey to the West.
NetEase will also be introducing a series of games based on the best-selling martial arts novels by Mr. Gu Long later this year. Some of the expected upcoming titles include Legend of Chu Liuxiang,Knife-Man, Flying Daggers, Luxiaofeng Legend and Sword Master.

During the event NetEase also demonstrated how it continues to build on its leadership in PC-client games with the introduction of the highly anticipated War Rage. This 3D online warfare game from Booming Games was four years in the making.  New Ghost is NetEase's top fantasy-themed MMORPG, and to celebrate its success a 5(th) Anniversary expansion edition was introduced, which features a new role, and seven new maps among other updates.

"Last year's inaugural Enthusiasts' Day was a tremendous success, and highlighted the depth and breadth of gamers' devotion to our games and the NetEase brand," said Mr. William Ding, Chief Executive Officer and Director of NetEase. "By making Enthusiasts' Day an annual event we can show our dedication to those players, and build anticipation for our lineup of new PC-client and mobile games.  China's online game industry continues to grow and become more diverse. Our commitment to research and game development, as well as our deep understanding of Chinese audience preferences, places NetEase at the forefront of market trends and player satisfaction. It is these values that will continue to propel our success and leadership in this expanding market."

In addition to the new games, NetEase introduced innovative new concepts that reward players, provide game development opportunities, and extend the NetEase brand. NetEase Games Project Plus was conceived to support core gamers by offering rewards such as virtual equipment, off-line gifts and member services. NetEase Games Project Plus can also identify every gamer's favorites and push custom-designed information regarding games and benefits. Together with NetEase pictures, NetEase games unveiled the Prometheus Project, providing game players and talented screenwriters an opportunity to be involved in the game creation process.  Prometheus Project includes 'My Story Box,' where selected life stories shared by game players will be featured in NetEase's new movies, and "Dream Passport," where game players will be invited to co-create game-based movies. Finally, the Company debuted its affiliation with YiJian, a new coffee shop brand with a NetEase theme. YiJian is dedicated to the high quality NetEase game culture, creating a five-star dining experience and fashionable leisure spot.

About NetEase, Inc.

NetEase, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTES) is a leading internet technology company in China. Dedicated to providing online services centered around content, community, communication and commerce, NetEase develops and operates some of China's most popular online PC and mobile games, advertising services, email services and e-commerce platforms. In partnership with Blizzard Entertainment, NetEase operates some of the most popular international online games in China.

Forward Looking Statements

This press release contains statements of a forward-looking nature. These statements are made under the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. You can identify these forward-looking statements by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates" and similar statements. The accuracy of these statements may be impacted by a number of business risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected or anticipated, including risks related to: the risk that the online game market will not continue to grow or that NetEase will not be able to maintain its leading position in that market, which could occur if, for example, its new PC and mobile games or expansion packs and other improvements to its existing games do not become as popular as management anticipates; the ability of NetEase to successfully expand its mobile internet offerings; the ability of NetEase to effectively market its games and other services and achieve a positive return on its marketing expenditures; the risk that Shanghai EaseNet will not be able to continue operating World of Warcraft®, StarCraft® II, Hearthstone®:Heroes of Warcraft(TM), Diablo® III: Reaper of Souls(TM), Heroes of the Storm(TM) or other games licensed by it for a period of time or permanently due to possible governmental actions or the risk that such games will not be popular with game players in China; the risk that changes in Chinese government regulation of the online game market and the market for NetEase's e-commerce services may limit future growth of NetEase's revenues or cause revenues to decline; competition in the online advertising business and the risk that investments by NetEase in its content and services may not increase the appeal of the NetEase websites among internet users or result in increased advertising revenues; the risk that NetEase may not be able to continuously develop new and creative online services, including its ability to maintain and enhance the popularity of its e-mail, mobile and e-commerce services and develop attractive mobile games; the risk that NetEase will not be able to control its expenses in future periods; competition in NetEase's existing and potential markets; governmental uncertainties (including possible changes in the effective tax rates applicable to NetEase and its subsidiaries and affiliates and the ability of NetEase to receive and maintain approvals of the preferential tax treatments and general competition and price pressures in the marketplace); the risk that fluctuations in the value of the Renminbi with respect to other currencies could adversely affect NetEase's business and financial results; and other risks outlined in NetEase's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. NetEase does not undertake any obligation to update this forward-looking information, except as required under the applicable law.

Contact for Media and Investors:

Juliet Yang

NetEase, Inc.
hzyangyy@corp.netease.com

Tel: (+86) 571-8985-3378

Brandi Piacente

Investor Relations
brandi@corp.netease.com

Tel: (+1) 212-481-2050

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i.am+ Exclusively Debuts "EPs" at Apple Stores

Bluetooth Earphones (EPs) by will.i.am are the elevated audio essential for the connected lifestyle

LOS ANGELES, May 23, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- i.am+, the technology company founded by global music artist and entrepreneur will.i.am, today announced that i.am+ EPs, the company's premium Bluetooth earphones, are now on sale at select Apple Stores, and at apple.com.

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The design conscious EPs fill a gap in the Bluetooth market saturated with sports solutions and are available now.

Inspired by the iconic shape of vinyl records, the EPs signature circular design is crafted from spun metal and paired with a woven fabric cord, because style matters and tech doesn't have to look like tech.  With a lightweight, no-fuss form, the EPs are crafted to be worn all day long, arming the wearer to take on the connected world.  Available in black and gold, when not in use, the EPs magnetically click into place around the neck, keeping them at the ready to answer calls or pick back up on the soundtrack to the city.

Mirroring their elevated style, the EPs provide the consumer with optimized sound and clarity in their daily life. With a 30-foot Bluetooth range and built-in remote and microphone, the EPs deliver superior sound, deep bass, and continuous access to music and content.

Compatible with iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and other devices, i.am+ EPs retail for $229.95. Visit http://apple.co/1OABsop for additional details and specifications, and visit http://www.iamplus.com to stay tuned for the latest news and product information.

The i.am+ EPs are the second product launched by i.am+ in the past two weeks.  Last week, the company launched dial, the futuristic new wearable from i.am+ featuring AneedA, a conversational AI platform.

For further information please contact: iamplusUS@biteglobal.com.

About i.am+(TM)

Founded by innovator and global music artistwill.i.am, i.am+ is a Hollywood-based technology company where our mission is to create technology hits that create a ripple effect across pop culture. Our vision is to make artificial intelligence available to everyone by creating a community of creatives and coders. We believe that through music and technology as the first step, we can usher in a powerful new era built on AI. Join us at http://www.iamplus.com and follow us on @iamplus.com.

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

While the mobile market has grown, there are still places with spotty cell coverage and then you have to worry about your data plan while on vacation. Most hotels come with some sort of internet connectivity, but it is limited to a device or two. What happens when you travel with lots of devices and need to connect them all? D-Link has a solution for you in the DIR-510L portable router and charger with storage capabilities.Next Page »

Dinner Lady 'Old Skool' Dessert e-Liquid Selling Faster Than Hot Cakes

BLACKBURN, England, May 23, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    It was first launched at The Vaper Expo UK in Birmingham on 7 May 2016 and things have
never been the same since.

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    Tipped to be one of the 'great e-liquid collections of a generation', the new Dinner
Lady range made a huge impact at the Birmingham NEC by victoriously beating over 200
exhibitors to claim the award for Best Stand and Exhibitor and then subsequently running
out of all flavours within a matter of hours.

    Excited buyers managed to completely clear out the warehouse and when the hastily
ordered new batch of 120,000 bottles arrived, it had already sold out in pre-orders as
demand currently out-strips supply.

    The Dinner Lady Facebook page [https://www.facebook.com/VapeDL ] has also attracted
nearly 2,000 likes in a matter of days.

    Dinner Lady is an old-school collection of dessert flavours [http://vapedinnerlady.com
] that has been expertly formulated into delicious e-liquids.

    Lemon Tart e-liquid is a strong, flavoursome lemon curd accompanied by gooey meringue
cradled in a thin pastry crust.

    Strawberry Custard e-liquid blends natural strawberry with sweet, creamy custard and
butter-caramel, creating a refreshing and unique flavour.

    Cornflake Tart e-liquid is the classic cornflake and syrup tart with a fruity, punchy
layer of strawberry jam.

    Maple waffle e-liquid is the delicious taste of fresh waffles smothered in maple
syrup...Sweet and tasty.

    Dinner Lady e-liquids are 70%VG and available with nicotine strengths of 0mg, 3mg and
6mg.

    Spokesperson for Dinner Lady, Mark Bentley said: "We did have high hopes for the
Dinner Lady range, but the response has been phenomenal, way beyond our wildest
expectations.

    "It's very rare that we see an e-liquid range garner this much attention so quickly.

    "The success of the Dinner Lady range is a testament to the impeccable and insightful
branding and design by the Dinner Lady team and the meticulous attention to detail has
ensured everything has fitted together perfectly.

    "The vaping industry is sensitive and Dinner Lady aspires to be more than just a
company that provides e-liquids. We want to establish relationships with consumers,
bloggers, retailers, wholesalers and to make the vaping community bigger and better.

    "We're very happy to be making such an impression on the vaping community."

    For more information and images:

    http://vapedinnerlady.com

    https://www.facebook.com/VapeDL

       
         
        Or speak to Mark Bentley 
        +44-(0)1254-664282 
        mark@silvereggmedia.co.uk 

     

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Telco Systems' CloudMetro vCPE Platform Demonstrates Carrier-Grade High Performance and Multi-VNF Service Chaining

Company adds 1GE virtualization platform supporting rich pre-integrated VNF library

MANSFIELD, Massachusetts, May 23, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    Telco Systems [http://www.telco.com ], the leading provider of innovative CE 2.0, MPLS,
IP and SDN & NFV solutions, today announced that the company has released CloudMetro 10,
a new 1GE virtualization platform, for carrier-grade performance achieved by a unique
acceleration technology and has recently completed a series of commercial trials with Tier
1 service providers around the world.

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    CloudMetro 10
[http://www.telco.com/index.php?page=product-description&product=cloudmetro10 ] is a new
member of Telco Systems' innovative Open Metro Edge (OME) solution portfolio of metro edge
solutions, designed to help telcos and other communications service providers transition
their networks to SDN and NFV infrastructure. The OME portfolio includes CloudMetro vCPE
1GE to 10GE family of virtualization platforms, EdgeGenie Orchestrator for management and
orchestration, and TelcoApps library of pre-configured packages of virtualized network
functions. CloudMetro 10 supports hardware acceleration and pre-integrated VNF
applications enabling carrier-grade performance with multi-service chaining.

    Telco Systems has also expanded its library of VNF applications. These VNF
applications are used by service providers to deliver NFV-enabled IT management and
security services to their enterprise customers. Telco Systems already offers VNF
applications for security, routing, SD-WAN and WAN-optimization services from leading
vendors, including Check Point, Audio Codes, Palo Alto and Netrounds, and has recently
successfully tested additional VNF applications with Cisco, Brocade, Juniper, Silver Peak,
Riverbed and Fortinet.

    "We are proud of the progress and achievements we have made with our CloudMetro
platforms and OME solution," commented Raanan Tzemach, Vice President of Product and
Marketing at Telco Systems. "We are positioning our customers to take full advantage of
the benefits of SDN and NFV and efficiently offer a new set of virtualized services with
flexible business models based on our VNF-packages."

    Telco Systems recently completed a series of high profile proof-of-concept (PoC)
trials of its OME solution at a number of Tier 1 service providers in the United States,
Europe and Asia. During these PoCs, Telco Systems proved that the CloudMetro platform and
its library of VNF applications support the high performance, carrier-grade multiple
service chaining requirements of Tier 1 service providers.

    Telco Systems will be exhibiting its OME portfolio at the Big Communications Event
[http://www.telco.com/index.php?page=events&article=286 ] in Austin, Texas at Booth #200
during May 24-25 and at CommunicAsia 2016
[http://www.telco.com/index.php?page=events&article=295 ] in Singapore at Booth #6 in the
Israeli Pavilion during May 31 to June 3.

    About Telco Systems 

    Telco Systems delivers an industry-leading portfolio of Carrier Ethernet and
MPLS-based demarcation, aggregation and edge solutions, enabling service providers to
create intelligent, service-assured, CE 2.0-compliant networks for mobile backhaul,
business services and cloud networking. Telco Systems' end-to-end Ethernet, SDN/NFV-ready
product portfolio delivers significant advantages to service providers, utilities and city
carriers competing in a rapidly evolving telecommunications market. Telco Systems is a
wholly owned subsidiary of BATM Advanced Communications (LSE: BVC).

    To learn more, visit Telco Systems at http://www.telco.com or follow Telco Systems
on Twitter [https://twitter.com/TelcoSystems ], LinkedIn
[http://www.linkedin.com/company/166299?trk=ape_s000001e_1000 ] and Facebook
[https://www.facebook.com/TelcoSystems ].

       
         
        Press Contact 
        Talia Rimon 
        Marketing Communications Manager 
        Telco Systems 
        +972-4-909-6434 
        talia@telco.com  

     

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CRU® Minimizes Data Acquisition Time for Digital Investigation

New WiebeTech® Ditto® DX doubles speed of Physical Imaging from SSD to SSD, doubles speed of Logical Imaging, adds new native interfaces

LAS VEGAS, May 23, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Today CRU introduced the WiebeTech Ditto DX Forensic FieldStation, its fastest, most capable digital forensic imaging appliance to date. Building on the success of the browser-manageable Ditto remote imaging hardware device introduced in 2013, the Ditto DX remote imager offers accelerated data acquisition speeds, enhanced usability features, and more native media connectivity.

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The Ditto Logical Imaging feature, with its ability to acquire and image only relevant data, is crucial to efficient digital evidence gathering. Investigators can create templates to automatically seek and acquire predetermined file types or preview files for manual selection.

"With hard drive capacities scaling to 8TB and beyond, it is simply impractical for investigators to image entire drives--especially when the Ditto platform is used in time-sensitive applications such as counter-intelligence," said digital forensics expert James Wiebe. "Gaining wide acceptance, Logical Imaging slashes acquisition time for all forms of digital investigation and e-discovery."

As with the original Ditto device, the Ditto DX Forensic FieldStation requires no host computer and acquires data from hard disk drives/SSDs, network file shares, and media cards. Data sources can be cloned or imaged to disk or network locations. Clones and images to two locations can happen as quickly as to a single destination.

"For the past three years, digital investigators in law enforcement, military organizations, and corporate IT have proven they want cost-effective Physical and Logical Imaging for acquiring all kinds of suspect data, whether it resides on networked filesystems, hard drives and SSDs, or other forms of digital media," said Randy Barber, CRU President and CEO.

The Ditto DX Forensic FieldStation easily integrates into existing investigative workflows, as well as with common forensic software such as Guidance Software's EnCase®, Access Data's FTK®, and the X-Ways Forensics platform.

The Ditto DX device adheres to the investment protection philosophy begun with the original Ditto Forensic FieldStation. Existing Ditto expansion modules also work with the Ditto DX imager and free upgrades via firmware updates will continue with both Ditto DX and Ditto devices.

The Ditto DX Forensic FieldStation offers:

    --  Faster SSD imaging and dual hashing performance
    --  Optimized HDD performance
    --  Source-side native USB 3.0 support
    --  Two destination-side USB 3.0 ports for imaging to USB 3.0 external
        devices
    --  SATA and PCIe/NVMe SSD data acquisition
    --  New PCIe port on the destination side, compatible with expansion modules
    --  PCIe expansion ports have been upgraded from x1 to x4
    --  Three Ethernet ports for network-based operations: input/source data,
        destination, and network-based operation
    --  Two USB 2.0 ports for USB devices such as keyboard or Wi-Fi adaptor
    --  Tactile response menu navigation buttons
    --  Easily visible DX Status Lightbar
See Ditto DX in action: For a live demo, visit CRU at the Enfuse Conference in Las Vegas, May 23-26, 2016 (Booth 417) or the Techno Security & Forensic Investigations Conference, June 5-8, 2016, in Myrtle Beach, SC.

Try Ditto DX for yourself: Visit http://cru-inc.com/dittodemo to remotely operate online Ditto and Ditto DX Forensic FieldStations.

For recorded demos and tutorials, visit the Ditto Video Playlist.

Pricing and availability: The Ditto DX Forensic FieldStation comes with a complete set of cables for common usage and is available in field kits that include a specially designed Pelican case and optional accessories for specialized investigations. Pricing starts at $2399 and will be shipping in volume in July 2016.

For more information visit cru-inc.com/ditto.

About CRU

Founded in 1986, CRU® is a pioneer in data security, data transport/mobility, encryption, and digital investigation devices. The company's flagship DataPort® and Data Express® removable drives are the de facto standard for physical data security in government, education, audio/video production, digital cinema and business markets. The WiebeTech® products are used by digital forensics investigators around the world. And the DataHarbor®, CRU RTX®, RAX®, and ToughTech® external hard drive enclosures are used by small and medium business for data backup. CRU products are available through major distributors, PC manufacturers, specialty system builders and resellers globally, as well as from CRU. Find CRU at http://www.cru-inc.com, http://www.facebook.com/cruinc, http://www.twitter.com/cru_inc, http://www.instagram.com/cru.inc, and http://www.linkedin.com/company/cru-inc.

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Nanosys and Hitachi Chemical Partner to Accelerate Adoption of Quantum Dot Technology for Displays

Hitachi Chemical to begin sampling Nanosys certified Quantum Dot Enhancement Film (QDEF(R)) immediately with mass production volumes available in the second half of 2016

SAN FRANCISCO, May 23, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Nanosys, Inc. announced today that Hitachi Chemical and Nanosys have partnered in the development of QDEF optical films for display applications.

Hitachi Chemical plans to begin shipping QDEF to display manufacturers in mass production volumes during the 2(nd) half of 2016. This new supply of high quality and cost competitive QDEF will further accelerate the utilization of Quantum Dot technology in displays of all types, including UltraHD televisions, monitors and mobile devices.

Nanosys QDEF Quantum Dot technology makes displays more vivid by enabling pure colors with lifelike brightness using cutting-edge nanotechnology. QDEF is a drop-in film that LCD manufacturers can integrate with existing production processes. It utilizes the light emitting properties of Quantum Dots to create an ideal backlight for LCDs -- one of the most critical factors in the color and efficiency performance of displays.

"Nanosys is the innovative leader in Quantum Dot technology - always providing the best performance, design and quality to customers," said Hiroyuki Morishima, Executive Officer, General Manager R&D Headquarters, Hitachi Chemical. "We plan to begin shipping product in mass production volumes during the second half of 2016."

"Hitachi's proven expertise in design, engineering and manufacturing of products for consumer electronics including state-of-the-art displays make them a perfect partner to help us revolutionize the Quantum Dot Display industry," said Jason Hartlove, President and CEO, Nanosys, Inc. "Together, we expect to accelerate the adoption of brighter, more colorful and environmentally friendly displays that use less energy with Quantum Dots."

Both Nanosys (booth #1329) and Hitachi Chemical are attending Society of Information Display's DisplayWeek, May 23 - 27, 2016, in San Francisco, CA. For more information: http://www.displayweek.org.

About Nanosys
Nanosys, Inc. is the leader in developing and delivering state-of-the-art Quantum Dot technology to the display industry. Nanosys proprietary QDEF((R)) technology, a key component of the Ultra High Definition (UHD) TV revolution, is enabling a new generation of displays using Quantum Dots to deliver vivid color, lifelike brightness and incredible power efficiency at a fraction of the cost of competing technologies. Industry leading consumer electronics brands have shipped award- winning devices from tablets to TVs based on Nanosys' proprietary Quantum Dot technology.

Founded in 2001, the company is headquartered in Silicon Valley, California where it operates the world's largest Quantum Dot nanomaterials fab with manufacturing capacity for over 25 tons of Quantum Dot materials per year. Nanosys currently owns or has exclusive license rights to more than 300 issued and pending patents worldwide. For more information, visit http://www.nanosysinc.com/

QDEF and Nanosys are trademarks of Nanosys, Inc., registered in the United States and in other countries.

About Hitachi Chemical
Hitachi Chemical Co., Ltd. (TSE   4217), headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, delivers wide range of innovative products, such as electronic materials, automobile parts, energy storage devices and systems, in global markets. The company's consolidated revenues for fiscal 2015 (ended March 31, 2016) totaled 547 billion yen ($4.8 billion). For more information on Hitachi Chemical, please visit the company's website at http://www.hitachi-chem.co.jp/english/

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CONTACT: Jeff Yurek, Corporate Communications, 408-240-6745, jyurek@nanosysinc.com

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Secretive Venture, Human, Announces Flagship Audio Product

SEATTLE, May 23, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- On the heels of a $5M raise announcement, Human Inc. today unveiled a preview of a technology it is simply calling -- the Sound program.

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"Human is creating a new era of technology, and our first program focuses on what we believe is the most emotive of the human senses," said Ben Willis, Co-Founder, CEO. "The Sound program will fundamentally transform the way the world experiences both audio and interpersonal communication."

Although not yet sharing a market availability date, Human announced a sampling of the planned features for the program, and emphasized the opportunity this product has to create an entirely new category within the market. Human will be disclosing the full suite of product features throughout the remainder of 2016, but core announced functions include:

    --  A "total-encapsulation" design securely attached to the ear and void of
        all cables, wires, and headbands.
    --  A truly wireless audio experience that includes instantaneous wireless
        connection and consistent sync between both ears.
    --  The ability for listeners to increase and decrease the volume of their
        external surroundings.
    --  The ability for multiple audio listeners to wirelessly connect to one
        device simultaneously.
    --  Portable loud speaker capabilities surpassing the volume and audio
        quality of most smartphones.
Future product announcements will center around face to face human interaction. One feature, to be disclosed this summer, will aim to break language barriers.

"The industry's traditional players are lacking in design, imagination and long term vision, which are the key elements that ultimately translate into real innovation," said Willis. "Human is building a product that starts with a naturally inspired design. Pairing that design with multiple market-bending features equates to a remarkable technology that will create an entirely new category of audio."

The device's unveil comes on the heels of Human's $5M raise announcement, which was led by early Amazon investor, Kurt Beecher Dammeier, and early Apple investor, Fred Warren.  Additional lead investors include Daniel Darling, of San Francisco based VC firm -- Darling Ventures.

Since its inception in late 2014, Human has quietly been developing technology and assembling a team of experienced designers and engineers in a 10,000 square-foot-lab at the historic Old Rainier Brewery in Seattle's SoDo neighborhood. To date, Human has attracted industry-leading professionals including Bill Moore, former RootMetrics and AllRecipes.com CEO, who joined the company as Executive Chairman and President. There are numerous other team members who left both the wearables department and Xbox division of Microsoft.

"We're tackling form and utility issues that have not been advanced by the big players in the audio industry," said Stephen Minarsch, Human Principal Industrial Designer and former Microsoft Wearables Department Designer. "I'm proud to be part of a team and work on a program that will have such a major market legacy."

There have been no formal announcements of when the product will be launched.  "This is the first look," said Joe Dieter, co-founder and CMO of Human, Inc. "We'll be sharing additional technology features on a monthly basis throughout the reminder of 2016."

For more information about Human and to keep up with coming announcements, please visit http://www.whoishuman.io/ or follow us on Instagram (http://www.instagram.com/human_sound) and Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/humaninc.sound).

About Human, Inc.
Human, Inc. is a Seattle-based technology company whose products seek to bridge the gap between people and technology. Human was founded in 2014 by Benjamin Willis and Joe Dieter who believe the future of technology is only reserved for the most purposeful, natural, and utility-driven products. For more information about Human, please visit http://www.whoishuman.io/ or follow us on Instagram (http://www.instagram.com/human_sound) and Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/humaninc.sound).

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360fly Announces Global Retail Availability of New 360fly® 4K Camera

Immersive 4K Video Camera Featuring Live Mobile Streaming Available at Best Buy, Target, REI, Dick's Sporting Goods, Walmart and Independent Sports Specialty Retailers

ALISO VIEJO, Calif., May 23, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- 360fly, Inc., maker of the category-leading, single-lens camera that captures stitchless 360-degree video with interactive and mobile virtual reality viewing capabilities, today announced retail availability for its new 360fly® 4K camera. The product is now arriving at retail locations and will continue to rollout through the month of June. Unveiled at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas earlier this year, the 360fly 4K camera boasts a higher resolution than its predecessor, intuitive filming and editing advancements, and live mobile streaming capabilities via the LIVIT mobile app.

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At $499, the 360fly 4K camera is available online at 360fly.com and in-store at U.S. retailers, including Best Buy, Target, REI, Dick's Sporting Goods, Walmart and specialty retailers. The camera is also launching internationally in regions including Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Mexico, Latin America, Canada, South Africa and China.

"This is an exciting global launch for us, as the 360fly 4K camera is even more accessible via specialty retailers and our expanded presence in big-box stores, like Best Buy, Target, REI and Dick's Sporting Goods," said Peter Adderton, 360fly CEO. "Coupled with the original 360fly HD camera - consumers now have two outstanding options - whether they're new to the usage and benefits of 360-degree video or a more seasoned 'pro' interested in higher production applications or live streaming content."

The 360fly® 4K camera adds a powerful new image sensor that nearly quadruples the resolution of the original 360fly HD camera, producing 2880x2880-pixel, 360-degree 4K video. Additionally, the 360fly 4K camera will offer the following upgraded and advanced features:

    --  LIVIT Live Streaming: In partnership with LIVIT, camera users can live
        stream their 360-degree content across the LIVIT mobile app - so your
        friends and family can see all the action in real time; no editing or
        uploading required.
    --  Front-Facing Cam ("First-person POV Mode"): Not all situations require a
        360-degree field of view. During those times, 360fly 4K users can select
        "POV Mode" to record video or capture a photograph in the traditional
        point-and-shoot style. "POV Mode" records in a 16:9 aspect ratio at
        2560x1440-pixel resolution, with a field of view of 178x100 degrees (204
        diagonal).
    --  Time-Lapse Video Mode: Tell a story in a dramatic fashion by capturing a
        360-degree time-lapse video. Users can select 0.5, 1, 2, 5, 10, 30 or
        60-second shutter intervals.
    --  Telemetry: The 360fly 4K camera features a built-in GPS sensor to tag
        locations, an altimeter, and an accelerometer - all powered by an
        advanced Qualcomm Snapdragon processor. Users can track altitude and
        speed, and use third-party applications to overlay the data into their
        existing 360-degree video content.
    --  Expanded Internal Memory:  The 360fly 4K camera boasts 64GB of internal
        memory. With increased storage, there's no need to pause your adventures
        to offload video.
    --  OnePush(TM) Button Color-Coding: For clearer visibility and mode
        recognition, the 360fly 4K camera features an enhanced design with
        color-coded lighting around the OnePush button and the bottom ring of
        the mounting dock.
"Since day one, it has been our goal to bring 360-degree video to the masses and democratize virtual reality through innovative products that are easily accessible and competitively priced," said Adderton. "The more advanced features and image quality of our 4K camera raise the bar and provide a compelling production vehicle, whether the need is personal or professional."

The 360fly® 4K camera is waterproof down to 30 feet and has a battery life of up to an hour and a half. Like the original, the 360fly 4K camera comes standard with Bluetooth, built-in Wi-Fi, and is compatible with a free Android and iOS mobile app that allows users to share content to popular social platforms, like Facebook, YouTube, and more.

360fly HD and 4K cameras are available at http://www.360fly.com for $399 and $499, respectively. To find a retailer or a specialty store near you, visit the Store Locator.  Follow 360fly on Twitter and Instagram @360fly, "like" it on Facebook at facebook.com/360fly, and subscribe to its YouTube channel.

About 360fly
360fly creates unique, 360-degree digital products that inspire users to capture, share, and experience life's greatest moments in 360 degrees. Our passion has led us to redefine video capture, because we believe life is too rich to capture just part of it.

360fly, the 360+Fly Design Logo, and the Fly Logo are trademarks of 360fly, Inc. Other company and product or service names are trademarks or service marks of their respective owners.

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GTL Launches Game Center Subscription Service on Tablets in Correctional Facilities

Unique approach provides inmates with suite of secured facility-approved games

RESTON, Va., May 23, 2016 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Global Tel*Link (GTL), the leading provider of correctional technology solutions and an innovator in payment services solutions for government, today announced the release of a 'Game Center Subscription' application, which unlike other gaming services in the corrections market, gives inmates access to a variety of games on their secure GTL tablet.

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"Other vendors typically force inmates to purchase and download games individually," said Brian R. Peters, Executive Director of Inmate Applications & Hardware at GTL. "We've taken a different approach by offering a subscription model which lessens the cost of gaming and provides an ever increasing variety of games."

The GTL 'Game Center Subscription' will allow inmates to access a variety of facility-approved games that have passed GTL's stringent security testing requirements. A subscription enables the inmate to receive unlimited access to a library of games until the subscription expires. The selection constantly changes based on the popularity of games with inmates and expands as new games are approved and released by our facility partners. GTL's unique approach in the marketplace affords inmates, who may be serving shorter sentences, the ability to play and enjoy a wide variety of games at a fraction of the cost of purchasing the games individually.

One of the benefits of our Game Center Subscription deployment is a positive effect on inmate behavior. Facilities deploying individual GTL games are seeing significant improvements in inmate morale and behavior. This creates a calmer, and more secure correctional setting, increasing safety for the inmates and correctional staff. 

GTL is proud to be the only company in the industry deploying a subscription service to customers. "Our Game Center Subscription service is unlike any others in the marketplace," said Brian Peters. "We see unlimited value in giving inmates access to a large variety of games at a very fair price. Purchasing games individually is expensive and inmates become bored over time with the games they purchased and stop playing them. That's the main reason GTL took a different approach, offering variety at a low cost, all the while maintaining security and increasing safety for our customers."

About Global Tel*Link
GTL is the leading provider of integrated correctional technology solutions, delivering financial value, security, and ease of operation to our customers through visionary products and solutions at the forefront of corrections innovation. As a trusted correctional industry leader, GTL provides service to approximately fifty percent of inmates nationwide, including service to 33 state departments of corrections, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and 32 of the largest city/county facilities. GTL is headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with more than 10 regional offices across the country. To find out more about GTL, please visit our website http://www.gtl.net. You can also view us on Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn. 

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Nature, Inc. Announces Intelligent Room Air Conditioner Controller "Nature Remo"

Finalist in Harvard Business School New Venture Competition Launches Kickstarter to Fund IoT Product

BOSTON, May 23, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Nature, Inc. announces new IoT product "Nature Remo", an air conditioner controller that transforms any window-mounted or through-wall AC into a smart one. Nature is launching a Kickstarter to introduce the product to market, with an early bird price of $49 (and a regular price of $69).

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Nature Remo is an IoT device equipped with infrared, power control and sensors that, along with a mobile app, enable users to control their ACs from anywhere. Compared to other products in the market, Nature Remo is a cost-effective and universal solution for room ACs. With the Nature Remo, users can:

    --  Control their room AC from anywhere
    --  Pre-cool spaces and automatically turn off their AC when they leave
    --  Adjust temperature and humidity
    --  Save energy and reduce electricity bills
Nature Remo includes two units, the Controller and the Power Plug. The Controller uses WiFi to connect to the internet and infrared to communicate with room ACs, and is equipped with temperature, humidity, motion, illumination and voice sensors. It can also detect motion in the room. The Power Plug supplies power to the Controller and can read power consumption and control the outlet.

In the current release, Nature Remo includes the Controller, AC adaptor (to supply the Controller with power) and mobile app. The Power Plug will be released by year's end, and will enable customers to use Nature Remo for room ACs without a remote. The Power Plug's ability to read consumption also opens the door to the use of Nature Remo for demand management. Nature Remo has the potential to connect millions of room ACs to the internet to participate in energy demand management programs. Room ACs contribute up to 15% of peak electricity demand in NYC and Tokyo.

Nature, Inc. will also grant access to Nature Remo's API so developers can program interaction with other IoT products. Nature Remo can be used for other appliances using its infrared communication function as well. The product will be officially released in August 2016.

Learn more by visiting: http://nature.global/.

About Nature, Inc.
Boston-based Nature, Inc. is currently participating in Harvard's Venture Incubation Program. The company won the London Business School CleanTech Challenge, was a finalist in the Harvard Business School New Venture Competition, and a semifinalist in the MIT Clean Energy Prize and MIT 100K Accelerate & Launch competitions.

Founder/CEO Haruumi Shiode, a student at Harvard Business School, previously worked for Mitsui & Co and worked in power development in Southeast Asia. He earned his MS in Computer Science at the Royal Institute of Technology in Sweden.

Co-founder/COO Masakazu Ohtsuka is the planner and developer of "IRKit," an open source smart IR controller which sold nearly 10,000 units. Prior to IRKit, Masakazu worked for Panasonic, and planned and developed a number of successful web services at Kayak (web service producer in Japan).

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IoT and Beauty Unite in simplehuman's New Sensor Mirror Pro

The luxury household brand announces the release of a lighted, sensor-activated mirror with Amazon Alexa, Nest Cam and IFTTT integrations

TORRANCE, Calif., May 23, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- simplehuman, a leader in luxury housewares designs and innovation, announced the release of its new sensor mirror pro, which integrates a suite of connected platforms to give users a revolutionized beauty experience.

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The sensor-activated mirror is an upgrade from traditional vanity mirrors on the market, offering two magnifications (5x and 10x) as well as simplehuman's patented tru-lux light system that mimics natural sunlight. The mirror embodies the brand's mission of efficient living, marrying technology and product innovation to streamline the daily beauty routine and help users see themselves in the best light.

Adaptive motion sensor
The mirror lights up automatically as your face approaches. Once in use, the sensitivity of the sensor increases so it won't turn off unexpectedly.

Tru-lux light system
With a color rendering index (CRI) of 90, the tru-lux light system provides unparalleled color correctness, brightness and clarity. The LED light ring not only mimics natural sunlight, but also reflects light consistently and evenly.

Magnifying companion mirror
The base mirror has 5x magnification, while a companion mirror provides even more detail with 10x magnification. The smaller 10x mirror can be magnetically stored behind the face of the mirror or attached to the front for convenient use.

Adjustable color temperature
Capable of more than 50,000 color variations, users can manually adjust the mirror's brightness and color temperature using the simplehuman app.  The app also has a variety of preset light settings, or users can use their phone to capture ambient light from different locations to recreate the same color temperature and intensity in the mirror.

"We wanted to create a mirror that gives customers the best view," said simplehuman CEO Frank Yang. "This means a mirror that can mimic light from any environment."

In addition to its dynamic lighting capabilities, the sensor mirror pro is also Wi-Fi enabled. Through the simplehuman app users can connect to Amazon Alexa, IFTTT and Nest platforms, giving them even more control.

Works with Nest
simplehuman announced its integration with Nest Cam, developed through the Works with Nest program. If the Nest setting is selected, the mirror will automatically change the color temperature and brightness throughout the day according to the light settings from the camera. Whatever lighting condition Nest Cam sees can be recreated perfectly through the sensor mirror pro.

Amazon Alexa (coming soon)
Through Alexa, users can control the lighting on the mirror using simple voice commands. The mirror can brighten, dim or change color temperature, all through voice activation.

If This Then That (IFTTT)
The integration of IFTTT allows users to control the mirror through custom Recipes that follow the command "If this, then that." IFTTT is used to automate the light reflected in the mirror. For example, users can set the mirror to the overcast setting by using the Recipe: "If the weather is cloudy, set my mirror to overcast."

By connecting to these smart home platforms, the app offers an easy way for users to customize their mirror settings. Users who currently own the simplehuman wide-view sensor mirror can also take advantage of these features, through an over-the-air update to the app.

"Traditional vanity mirrors are outdated," Yang said. "In an age where consumers can control anything through their phone or by voice activation, we wanted the mirror to fit seamlessly into day-to-day life."

In addition to the advanced technology, the mirror has a sleek, modern design that fits seamlessly with bathroom décor.  Cordless and rechargeable, the mirror battery lasts up to 4 weeks on a full charge. The sensor mirror pro is available at http://www.simplehuman.com and retails at $250.

About simplehuman - tools for efficient living
simplehuman was founded in 2000 with the mission to reinvent the trash can. Today the Los Angeles-based company has expanded its vision to design "tools for efficient living" with more than 150 patented innovations. The simplehuman collection has received international design recognition and is available at a wide array of retailers and at simplehuman.com.

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EC Technology Launches Enhanced Version of Its Best-selling 22400mAh External Battery Power Bank

RICHARDSON, Texas, May 23, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- EC Technology, a supplier of consumer electronic products of high quality, is launching a new version of its best-selling 22400mAh External Battery Power Bank with 3 USB Outputs. The enhanced version not only is more powerful, but also in a relatively small form factor. By using the most advanced chip with perfect PCB circuit board, it ensures an effective upgrade to bring users a brand new experience.

The company has improved its original best-selling design on several aspects, including:

    --  3 USB charging ports for charging 3 devices simultaneously at 2.4A for
        iPad, 2A for Samsung Tab, and 1A for iPhone. 3 USB ports are compatible
        with almost all smart devices with an input of DC 5V.
    --  4 Integrated LED indicators to show power status. Built-in 3-mode LED
        flashlight brings great convenience in the dark, including
        SOS/bright/average modes.
    --  The lithium-ion battery cells and built-in microchips ensure safety and
        long lifespan. With 500+ recharge cycles over the life of the battery,
        this power bank could maintain unrivaled performance in 24 months from
        the date of first use.
    --  Size: 6.3 x 2.9 x 0.8 inches.
    --  All USB ports are designed with auto-detect technology that charges
        plugged in devices automatically, offering a more convenient experience.
Esther Ng, CEO of EC Technology remarked upon the release, "We are glad that our external battery product is gaining popularity among customers. The designers and staff at EC Technology have taken one step further to make the product more user-friendly. We care about every thought of our customers to improve the original one. We'd love to release more and more Star Products that will be as popular among consumers all over the world."

About EC Technology LLC

Headquartered in Richardson,Texas, with branches and subsidiaries in other parts of the world including mainland China, Hong Kong, the United Kingdom, Germany, EC Technology LLC strives to offer the latest consumer electronic products and accessories with fashionable design and premium quality to more and more consumers around the world, making their life easier and more efficient. The company values the needs of global clients and marketplace by upgrading the existing products and improve customer experience. Their commitment to customers is well-recognized by the 12-month comprehensive warranty to every product and the dedicated marketing and the after-sales service support provided to customers worldwide. For more information, please visit the company's website at http://www.iectechnology.com

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Socionext Simplifies Evaluation of 360-Degree Wrap-Around View System with New Solution Package

Enables easy initial evaluation, development of systems for automotive and non-automotive applications

SUNNYVALE, Calif., May 23, 2016 /CNW/ -- Socionext America Inc., a leading supplier of next generation System-on-Chip solutions, today introduced a new evaluation solution package for its 360- degree Wrap-Around View (WAV) system. The package combines the hardware, software and support services necessary for initial evaluation and development of the WAV system. Customers lacking resources to evaluate the system themselves can now develop their own customized systems with this new solution. Socionext aims to expand the use of its 360-degree WAV system into both the automotive and the non-automotive applications, and will exhibit the 360-degree WAV system and the evaluation solution in booth 192 at the upcoming "Automotive Engineering Exposition 2016" held at PACIFICO Yokohama starting May 25.

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Socionext's 360-degree WAV system uses cameras facing forward, backward, left and right to synthesize images on a three-dimensional model, then generate the views around the vehicle. Conventional systems synthesize images only on a two-dimensional model, and can provide a view only from a certain fixed viewpoint, such as from the top. In contrast, the WAV three-dimensional model can display views around the vehicle from any perspective, making it useful for parking assistance and other applications such as lane change while driving. The system can enhance situational awareness for operators of construction vehicles.

Figure1: 360-Degree Wrap-Around View System

Socionext offered its graphics display controller ICs and software to assist automotive equipment makers in the development of their customized WAV systems. Conventionally in order for customers to develop fully-optimized WAV systems, they needed to purchase the necessary hardware and software, then learn how to adjust the camera positioning and become familiar with the use of the software library and the design tool. Such methods take a much longer time than desired just to complete the initial evaluation.

Socionext's 360-degree WAV system comes in a package that includes the hardware, software and development support services - all essential tools to expedite the evaluation and development of the fully optimized 360° WAV system. With this new package, Socionext performs all the initial evaluation process of the WAV system, including optimizing the camera positioning, fine tuning the image synthesis and generating the views. The tool significantly reduces the time required during the evaluation process. Partners who do not need the hardware and software from Socionext, such as car makers, can use this package for introductory evaluations of the WAV system. Socionext expects this new solution will help accelerate the spread of 360-degree WAV system into broader visual-aid applications, including non-automotive fields such as aerial shooting using drones.

Figure 2: Evaluation Solution Package for 360° WAV System

Socionext will exhibit the 360-degree WAV system and the evaluation solution at upcoming "Automotive Engineering Exposition 2016" held at PACIFICO Yokohama from May 25 to 27. For more detail about the exhibition, please visit: http://expo.jsae.or.jp/english/ (booth # 192)

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

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

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

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Speck Protects Your Device in Shimmering Style with New CandyShell Clear with Glitter Phone Cases

SAN MATEO, Calif., May 23, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Speck today announced CandyShell Clear with Glitter, a shimmering new addition to the CandyShell collection. Thousands of tiny pieces of glitter embedded within the case give it an eye-catching, all-over shimmer for an elegant look. Made with the same innovative materials as CandyShell Clear phone cases, CandyShell Clear with Glitter is designed for impact. It's equipped with military-grade drop protection in a slim radiant profile.

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CandyShell Clear represented a breakthrough in case materials and is the No. 1 best-selling phone case* in the U.S. Its dual-layer construction includes a hard scratch-resistant exterior that disperses impact, and a custom engineered soft acrylic inner layer that resists UV yellowing and absorbs shock. To give the CandyShell Clear with Glitter phone case a shimmering effect, a sparkling, high quality glitter is embedded between the two layers, enabling a long-lasting, stunning shine that won't wear off over time.

CandyShell Clear with Glitter celebrates your device by bringing together military-grade protection and a shimmering, clear design. Like all Speck cases, it incorporates Speck's seven signs of protection:

    --  Military-grade protection
    --  Patented one-piece, multi-layer design
    --  Patented raised bezel screen protection
    --  Precision-engineered slim fit
    --  Perimeter port and camera protection
    --  Lab-tested durability
    --  Responsive button protection
CandyShell Clear with Glitter is available now on http://www.speckproducts.com for:

    --  iPhone 6s/6 in Clear, Onyx Black and Beaming Orchid: $39.95
    --  iPhone 6s Plus/6 Plus in Clear, Onyx Black and Beaming Orchid: $44.95
    --  iPhone SE in Onyx Black: $39.95
    --  Galaxy S7 in Clear and Onyx Black: $44.95
    --  Galaxy S7 edge in Clear and Onyx Black: $44.95
About Speck
Speck creates award-winning cases designed to make an impact - and take one. Since 2001, we've been making distinctive products for the world's top smartphones, tablets, laptops, watches, and backpacks. We deliver a balance of artful design and military-grade protection, for a difference you can see and feel. Our roots are in the heart of Silicon Valley, at the intersection of design and technology, inspiring us to craft masterfully engineered products. We believe that excellence is in the details, which is why we create cases that enable you to go more places and enjoy more from your mobile devices. Get to know us at speckproducts.com or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest.

*Source: The NPD Group/Retail Tracking Service/Cellphone Device Protection/Dec 2015 - April 2016/Based on both Units and Dollars

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Mentor Graphics Launches Unique MicReD Power Tester 600A Solution for Electric and Hybrid Vehicle IGBT Thermal Reliability

WILSONVILLE, Ore., May 23, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Mentor Graphics Corporation (NASDAQ: MENT) today announced a new MicReD® Power Tester 600A product which tests electric and hybrid vehicle (EV/HEV) power electronics reliability during power cycling. The MicReD Power Tester 600A offering allows EV/HEV development and reliability engineers to test power electronics (such as insulated gate bipolar transistors - IGBTs, MOSFETs, transistors, and chargers) for mission-critical thermal reliability and lifecycle performance. Thermal reliability issues can result in EV/HEV automotive recalls, and the ever wider adoption of electric and hybrid cars has created a specific need for this solution. The Mentor Graphics® MicReD Power Tester 600A product also meets the industry's need for power electronics thermal simulation and test, delivering unmatched accuracy and scalability.

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Delta Electronics develops high-efficiency and high-density power module products. "We apply the Power Tester 1500A to gain insight into the lifetime performance and assure the reliability of the IGBT module," said Andy Liao, section manager, Delta Electronics. "The Power Tester 600A could provide a scalable solution that would allow us to measure many discrete power devices or modules concurrently. This increased testing throughput would give us statistical failure data that we need in order to accurately predict the field lifetime of the products."

Reliability, Accuracy and Scalability Solves EV/HEV Power Electronics Thermal Issues
Designers of today's EV/HEVs are faced with significant mission-critical challenges: foremost among these is ensuring the thermal reliability of power electronics modules; detecting potential degradation of IGBTs caused by a range of standard drive cycles; and identifying the underlying damage root causes. Mentor's MicReD Power Tester 600A solution provides accurate and reliable test results that scale to real-world requirements:

    --  Comprehensive Diagnostics for Thermal Reliability: The MicReD Power
        Tester 600A product provides a simple reliability testing process for
        lifecycle estimation. Device set-up is easy and power cycles are fully
        automated. The T3Ster® "structure function" feature inside the Power
        Tester yields non-destructive "failure-in-progress" data for each IGBT.
        All diagnostic information is recorded during testing, from current,
        voltage and die temperature sensing, to "structure function" changes
        that point to reasons for failures in the package structure. Package
        development, reliability and batch checking of incoming parts can now be
        tested before production.
    --  Simulation Accuracy: The MicReD Power Tester 600A product can power IGBT
        modules through tens of thousands of cycles. This provides "real-time"
        failure-in-progress data for diagnostics, significantly reducing test
        time and eliminating the need for post-mortem or destructive failure
        analysis. Associated 3D CFD (computational fluid dynamics) simulation
        errors can be reduced from typically up to 20% to 0.5% for accurate
        thermal characterization of IGBTs and components due to Mentor's
        calibration technology solely found in the MicReD T3Ster product.
    --  Scalability - Tests Up to 128 IGBTs in Series: Up to eight MicReD 600A
        Power Testers can be chained together to allow users to power cycle up
        to 128 IGBTs simultaneously in a system test. The MicReD Power Tester
        600A product delivers 48V under load, and users can deal with components
        mounted externally on cooling systems for maximum flexibility. The
        MicReD Power Tester 600A also meets the needs of emerging de facto
        EV/HEV power electronics testing best practices such as those currently
        being developed for the German automotive industry.
MicReD Power Tester 600A - Part of a Comprehensive Solution
Mentor Graphics is uniquely positioned as the only company that can provide a complete thermal software simulation and hardware testing solution specifically for the EV/HEV market. The MicReD Power Tester 600A product can be coupled with Mentor's leading CFD simulation technologies. Mentor's FloTHERM® and FloEFD(TM) 3D CFD software provide front-loading thermal simulation of power modules. When coupled with the Flowmaster® full vehicle thermo-fluid system-of-system 1D CFD modeling tool, this yields unparalleled levels of accuracy. This is done by MicReD's T3Ster technology providing CFD input material properties for automated model calibration functionality to accurately simulate the real temperature response of an EV/HEV's dynamic power input.  This combination of technologies allows users to generate IGBT thermal lifetime failure estimations with the greatest accuracy possible.

"The MicReD Power Tester 600A is an extension of our total solution in automotive thermal engineering, and there is no other product like this for the EV/HEV market today," stated Roland Feldhinkel, general manager of Mentor Graphics Mechanical Analysis Division. "We have leveraged our best-in-class products to deliver a comprehensive thermal simulation and hardware test solution that meets auto maker EV/HEV industry needs while supporting the rapid growth forecast for the market in the next few years."

Product Availability
Mentor Graphics is now accepting orders for the MicReD Power Tester 600A with shipping scheduled for summer of 2016. For additional product information, please visit the company website: http://www.mentor.com/powertester-600a.

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

(Mentor Graphics, Mentor, FloTHERM, Flowmaster, and T3Ster are registered trademarks, and FloEFD is a trademark of Mentor Graphics Corporation. All other company or product names are the registered trademarks of their respective owners.)

For more information, please contact:

Larry Toda

Mentor Graphics

503.685.1664
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Socionext Simplifies Evaluation of 360-Degree Wrap-Around View System with New Solution Package

Enables easy initial evaluation, development of systems for automotive and non-automotive applications

SUNNYVALE, Calif., May 23, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Socionext America Inc., a leading supplier of next generation System-on-Chip solutions, today introduced a new evaluation solution package for its 360- degree Wrap-Around View (WAV) system. The package combines the hardware, software and support services necessary for initial evaluation and development of the WAV system. Customers lacking resources to evaluate the system themselves can now develop their own customized systems with this new solution. Socionext aims to expand the use of its 360-degree WAV system into both the automotive and the non-automotive applications, and will exhibit the 360-degree WAV system and the evaluation solution in booth 192 at the upcoming "Automotive Engineering Exposition 2016" held at PACIFICO Yokohama starting May 25.

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Socionext's 360-degree WAV system uses cameras facing forward, backward, left and right to synthesize images on a three-dimensional model, then generate the views around the vehicle. Conventional systems synthesize images only on a two-dimensional model, and can provide a view only from a certain fixed viewpoint, such as from the top. In contrast, the WAV three-dimensional model can display views around the vehicle from any perspective, making it useful for parking assistance and other applications such as lane change while driving. The system can enhance situational awareness for operators of construction vehicles.

Figure1: 360-Degree Wrap-Around View System

Socionext offered its graphics display controller ICs and software to assist automotive equipment makers in the development of their customized WAV systems. Conventionally in order for customers to develop fully-optimized WAV systems, they needed to purchase the necessary hardware and software, then learn how to adjust the camera positioning and become familiar with the use of the software library and the design tool. Such methods take a much longer time than desired just to complete the initial evaluation.

Socionext's 360-degree WAV system comes in a package that includes the hardware, software and development support services - all essential tools to expedite the evaluation and development of the fully optimized 360° WAV system. With this new package, Socionext performs all the initial evaluation process of the WAV system, including optimizing the camera positioning, fine tuning the image synthesis and generating the views. The tool significantly reduces the time required during the evaluation process. Partners who do not need the hardware and software from Socionext, such as car makers, can use this package for introductory evaluations of the WAV system. Socionext expects this new solution will help accelerate the spread of 360-degree WAV system into broader visual-aid applications, including non-automotive fields such as aerial shooting using drones.

Figure 2: Evaluation Solution Package for 360° WAV System

Socionext will exhibit the 360-degree WAV system and the evaluation solution at upcoming "Automotive Engineering Exposition 2016" held at PACIFICO Yokohama from May 25 to 27. For more detail about the exhibition, please visit: http://expo.jsae.or.jp/english/ (booth # 192)

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

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

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

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Evaluate Rugged 3D Interface and Weigh Scale with Maxim's Smart Force Sensor

Maxim Integrated's low power MAXREFDES82# reference design quickly calculates force and center of mass.

SAN JOSE, Calif., May 23, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Design engineers can now rapidly evaluate and deploy new human-machine interface (HMI) devices using the MAXREFDES82# smart force sensor reference design from Maxim Integrated Products, Inc. (NASDAQ: MXIM).

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    --  More information about MAXREFDES82#: http://bit.ly/MAXREFDES82
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Typical weigh scales provide one dimension of information, downward force. The MAXREFDES82# reference design provides both downward force and center of mass, by collecting responses from four load cells using the MAX11254, a 24-bit, 6-channel analog-to-digital converter (ADC). This unique configuration, enabled by the highly integrated 24-bit ADC, provides second and third dimensions of information about whatever object presses upon it.

Key Advantages

    --  Fast: 64ksps provides real time operation
    --  Rugged: Interface requires no special glass or material, making it ideal
        for industrial environments
    --  High precision: Accurate measurements of weight and center of mass up to
        780g
    --  Low power: Less than 50mA consumed during normal operation
Commentary

    --  "Maxim's smart force sensor reference design is a new concept, operating
        as both a weigh scale and 3D touch interface in rugged environments,"
        said David Andeen, Director of Reference Designs at Maxim Integrated.
        "MAXREFDES82# has a unique combination of a multi-channel, high
        resolution ADC with integrated programmable gain amplifiers and low
        power consumption, giving our customers speed and flexibility when
        designing industrial systems."
Availability and Pricing

    --  The MAXREFDES82# reference design is available for $99 at Maxim's
        website and select franchised distributors. Hardware and firmware design
        files, as well as test data, are provided free and available online.
    --  For information on other reference designs, visit
        http://bit.ly/ReferenceDesigns.
About Maxim Integrated
Maxim is bringing new levels of analog integration to automotive, cloud data center, mobile consumer, and industrial applications. We're making technology smaller, smarter, and more energy efficient, so that our customers can meet the demands of an integrated world. Learn more at http://www.maximintegrated.com.

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Hollywood Stars Scarlett Johansson and Henry Cavill Make First Ever On-screen Debut Co-starring in Huawei P9 Campaign

LONDON, May 23, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    BIGGEST EVER TV CAMPAIGN FROM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY BRAND GOES LIVE THIS WEEK DURING HIT
TV SHOWS INCLUDING GOGGLEBOX AND BRITAIN'S GOT TALENT  

    SUPERSTARS HELP TO REINVENT SMARTPHONE PHOTOGRAPHY IN THE UK WITH HUAWEI P9 DURING
FLIRTATIOUS ON-SCREEN DUEL   

    This week, the UK will witness the first ever on-screen appearance of Hollywood A-list
actors Scarlett Johansson and Henry Cavill as they appear in a contemporary, new TV
commercial from global technology brand Huawei.

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    Scarlett and Henry, who were announced as the faces of the new Huawei P9 smartphone
series during a global launch in London last month, co-star in the commercial that was
shot in Shanghai and New Zealand by famed director Baillie Walsh and are portrayed sharing
a series of smartphone snaps in an unlikely yet flirtatious duel.

    Henry Cavill comments: "I have a genuine passion for technology, so I'm excited by the
opportunities created by the P9 dual lens. I'm impressed by the partnership of Huawei and
Leica Camera in their engineering of a true high performance smartphone camera. They've
done this and managed to package it into a fantastic device as well."

    Scarlett Johansson comments: "The art of photography really resonates with me. It was
exciting to see Huawei is partnering with the world's iconic camera brand Leica to create
the amazing device.  I was delighted to work with Huawei on this project as I love the way
it invites us to feed our curiosity and share new perspectives."

    Rhys Saunders, Huawei UK Sales Director comments: "We believe in cultural technology,
born out of people's curiosity and desire to be creative by changing the way they
experience the world around them. With the launch of the P9, we are excited to take on a
new experience of our own, with the first ever Huawei TV campaign in the UK."

    Huawei P9 reinvents smartphone photography through unique dual lens cameras,
co-engineered with iconic, professional photography brand, Leica Camera. The TV commercial
gives a unique behind-the-scenes perspective of the Hollywood actors as they go about
their daily lives - on-set filming for Scarlett and capturing Henry during a promotional
tour for some of his latest work.

    The advert, which is also being supported by a press advertising campaign shot by
Mario Testino, gives the audience a sneak peek into how the superstar duo use technology
to get creative in a duel of one-upmanship, which is focused around who can take the most
artistic images.

    Whereas both stars are usually the subjects of the camera's gaze, here we see them
putting the Huawei P9's superior camera technology to the test to capture, share and
compete for the best shot... but who will win?

    The scene opens with Henry being snapped by paparazzi as he leaves a film premiere.
Turning to get into his awaiting car, he spots a wall of faceted mirrors and takes the
opportunity to capture an artistic selfie, which he willingly shares with Scarlett. She,
meanwhile, is on-set filming in New Zealand, and upon opening his message, is eager to
match his creative eye and snaps a similar image using her own reflection in her vanity
mirror. The perfect photographic riposte.

    The duo continue their game of photographic one-upmanship as Henry travels through the
vibrant streets of Shanghai by night and Scarlett explores her film set, each capturing
and sharing a succession of stunning and creative images on their Huawei P9 devices.
Shanghai and Hollywood becoming a metaphor for the partnership between Huawei and Leica
Camera and the black and white and colour dual lens of the P9 smartphone. The launch of
the TV commercial is the culmination of a high profile launch campaign for the Huawei P9
featuring photographers including Mario Testino, Mary McCartney and National Geographic's
World Press Photo Award-winning photographer David Guttenfelder. It will be broadcast on
ITV, C4, in cinemas and via video-on-demand. It is also being supported by a press
advertising campaign shot by Mario Testino, across national press and magazines.

    The Huawei P9 is the first smartphone from the collaboration between Huawei and the
global iconic camera brand Leica Camera, resulting in a stunning dual-lens camera in a
smartphone, which sets a new benchmark in smartphone camera technology, with more light
and better clarity, to capture brilliant colour and striking black and white images in
true Leica style.

    The Huawei P9 family fuses cool, sleek design and precision detail with
state-of-the-art technology to change the way we see the world. It continues Huawei's
legacy of premium mobile devices that have set the industry standard for elegance and
performance.

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Epson Announces Direct-Connect and Multi-Station Kitchen Display Systems (KDS) Controllers at NRA

Next Generation KDS Streamlines Food Service Operations for Quick Service Restaurants

CHICAGO, Ill., May 23, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Epson America, Inc., a leading supplier of value-added Point of Sale (POS) solutions, today announced its Direct-Connect KDS and Multi-Station KDS controller solutions for quick service restaurants (QSRs), hospitality VARs and their end users at the National Restaurant Association (NRA) show. Epson's KDS solutions come with built-in intelligent printers that are easy to install and configure and can be used within existing kitchen workflows. The solutions will be demonstrated at NRA, May 21 - 24, McCormick Place, Chicago, IL, Epson booth 6576, and will be readily available starting June 1, 2016 from Epson authorized resellers and distributors.

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Epson's KDS controller solutions pilot installations include Big Sizzler, a small family café in Ontario, Canada; Imperial Palms Resort, a family-friendly hotel and golf course in Holtville Calif.; Faderville, a sports bar & grill in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada; Rich's Burgers 'n Grub, a small QSR, and Yoshi's Enso Grill, a food truck line, both in Salt Lake City, Utah.

"Epson's KDS is exactly what we were looking for," said Eddee Johansen, owner of Yoshi's Enso Grill. "We are using it to streamline our food service operations.  The combination of the Epson KDS solutions with built-in printer allows us to run more efficiently leading to more satisfied customers."

Epson's KDS food order prep solutions are easy to install, configure and use for QSRs and hospitality VARs. They are reliable and have built-in smart printers that can serve as receipt or backup printers. The KDS controllers parse and drive the order to the kitchen display enabling order bumping.  Epson's Direct-Connect KDS controller utilizes the OmniLink(®) TM-U220-i VGA or TM-T88V-i VGA to directly drive a kitchen display. Designed for expansion, Epson's Multi-Station KDS controller leverages the OmniLink TM-U220-i COM to drive up to nine kitchen displays via convenient networked expansion modules. This solution offers greater efficiency, accuracy and redundancy for uninterrupted service, automatically rerouting orders if one station goes down, and providing a backup printer.

"Epson has leveraged  three decades of industry leadership in developing innovative and reliable solutions such as KDS," said Gregg Brunnick, director of product management & technical services, Business Systems Division, Epson America.  "There are a lot of moving parts in restaurant operations and KDS solutions are just one element of a complex overall environment. By providing an intelligent printer with built in KDS, we enable QSRs to streamline and simplify their infrastructure and food service workflow environment so that they can focus on serving their customers instead."

Epson KDS Benefits

    --  Features an intuitive configuration utility with simple graphical user
        interface that makes it easy to install, configure and use
    --  Built-in intelligent printer allows receipt and back-up printing
        resulting in infrastructure cost savings
    --  Because it's POS agnostic, it doesn't require any software modifications
        to the POS system resulting in lowering infrastructure investment
    --  Saves space by combining two pieces of hardware into one, featuring a
        50% smaller footprint than a standalone KDS controller and printer
    --  Offers lower power consumption
    --  Ensures proven reliability as QSRs keep running in case of display
        failure
    --  Epson's Multi-Station KDS seamlessly adds up to nine stations via KDS
        expansion modules connected to the KDS controller network to efficiently
        streamline food service operations
For more information, please visit, http://www.Epson.com/KDS

About Epson America, Inc.

Founded in 1975 and headquartered in Long Beach, CA, Epson America, Inc. is the U.S. affiliate of Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, a global manufacturer and supplier of high-quality technology products that meet customer demands for increased functionality, compactness, systems integration and energy efficiency. For over 40 years, Epson's advanced technology has been at work in millions of POS systems around the world. Today Epson's Business Systems Division continues to bring industry-leading, open architecture, smart technologies to the point of service. You may also connect with Epson America on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/Epson), Twitter (http://twitter.com/EpsonAmerica), and YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/EpsonAmerica).

EPSON is a registered trademark and EPSON Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark of Seiko Epson Corporation. OmniLink is a registered trademark of Epson America. All other trademarks and/or registered trademarks are property of their respective owners.

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Microchip Debuts Industry's First LoRa® Technology Evaluation Kits for Low-Power Wide-Area Networks (LPWAN)

Turnkey Kit Includes LoRaWAN Gateway, Two Sensors and a Local Server Application

CHANDLER, Ariz., May 23, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Microchip Technology Inc. (NASDAQ: MCHP), a leading provider of microcontroller, mixed-signal, analog and Flash-IP solutions, today announced availability of the industry's first complete LoRa(®) technology evaluation kits. The new kits provide customers with all required components to create a Low-Power Wide-Area Network (LPWAN) in Europe (DV164140-1 for the 868 MHz band) or North America (DV164140-2 for the 915 MHz band). Each kit includes two Motes (LoRaWAN(TM) sensors) based on Microchip's RN2483 or  RN2903 LoRa modules, a LoRaWAN gateway and a local LoRaWAN server application.

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Driven by the LoRa Alliance, LoRa technology is able to achieve a range of up to 10 miles and 10-year battery life. The technology targets low data rates and low-duty-cycle applications for tracking and monitoring such things as energy, location, utility infrastructure, smart city, environment, agriculture and public safety. Although predominantly used for the uplink of sensor data, bidirectional communications allow real-time acknowledgement of mission-critical data and downlink control of remote actuator nodes.

"These new LoRa evaluation kits deliver what many of our customers have been asking for since we announced the industry's first certified module earlier this year," said Steve Caldwell, vice president of Microchip's Wireless Solutions Group. "These LoRa evaluation kits are another industry first and deliver everything needed for a developer to create a LoRaWAN network right at their desk."

Each kit can serve as a building block for development of a long-range LoRa network where designers can expect up to 10 miles of range and 10 years of battery life using two AAA batteries. LoRa technology utilizes spread spectrum modulation which delivers excellent data robustness in a noisy environment and works through physical obstructions. Because the two Motes are European R&TTE Directive Assessed (DV164140-1) or FCC Certified (DV164140-2), time to market can be significantly reduced through simplification of standards and government regulatory certification.

For more information about these kits, visit http://www.microchip.com/LoRa4046.

Pricing and Availability
The DV164140-1 and DV164140-2 are in production now. They are available at microchipDIRECT (http://www.microchipdirect.com) for $499.00 each. For additional information, contact any Microchip sales representative or authorized worldwide distributor, or visit Microchip's website at http://www.microchip.com/LoRa4046.

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About Microchip Technology

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

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Betfect: The Social Network for Sports Betting

LONDON, May 23, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    Ladbrokes and William Hill are Now Live on Betfect 

    By announcing the launch of William Hill on its platform, London-based tech startup
Betfect [https://betfect.com ] has achieved a major milestone in its aim to completely
revolutionise the betting industry. The startup is using technology to create a new level
of engagement in the digital betting experience by launching a social network for
comparing, making and sharing sports bets from the UK's leading bookmakers.

    After decades of betting being a social activity, encouraging punters to gather in
their local bookmakers or pub to discuss sporting events and share their tips, the
upsurgence of technology and online betting has impaired the experience's social
dimension. Betfect is bringing the social element back into betting by using newly
available technologies to offer a one-stop destination for the betting community to share
and test their betting tips, thus placing social interaction back at the centre of the
online sports betting experience.

    Betfect's technology allows users to use their existing online betting accounts to
place, share and copy bets all in one place - forming an exclusive hub to interact,
compete, track performances and share inside knowledge with the community. Users can
manage their betting accounts from multiple bookmakers directly from betfect.com.
[http://betfect.com ] The platform facilitates the entire betting process from the
registration for new users to selecting bet and making deposits and withdrawals.  

    While users can be registered with different bookmakers and bets can be placed through
Betfect's website, the company is not a bookmaker itself and facilitates these functions
through previously unavailable deep API integrations into the leading sports betting
companies with whom the bet is accepted and settled.

    Betfect's website went live last year with Ladbrokes. Following the launch of William
Hill, Betfect [https://betfect.com ] is now positioning itself as the market leader in
this exciting new segment, with two of the biggest European bookmakers now available.

    Alex Rutherford, Head of Product Innovation at William Hill commented the following:
"Creating a social network for the sports betting community, allowing users to stay
connected while using our services is a great idea. We are delighted to boost innovation
by helping and supporting startups like Betfect to increase the level of engagement
amongst our customers and to bring new ideas to market.".

    Announcing the major milestone for the company, Giacomo Alpago, Betfect's founder
said: "We are delighted to be the first social sports betting application to fully and
seamlessly integrate with both Ladbrokes and William Hill's APIs to provide an enhanced
betting experience for our users. We aim to socialise the digital betting experience and
do for the betting industry what eToro is doing for the financial trading markets. It is a
major coup for Betfect that major operators like William Hill and Ladbrokes are keen to
work with us to drive innovation in this sector in order to give punters the best betting
experience possible."

    Betfect's website provides advantages for all types of players, from beginners to
expert tipsters. It simplifies the learning process for new bettors, creating a community
for them to seek advice and allow them to copy enticing betslips, all with the click of a
button. More experienced tipsters can compete with each other by climbing the leaderboard
[https://betfect.com/leaderboard ] and they are also invited to join the competitions
[https://betfect.com/competitions ] and reward programs to win prizes ranging from free
bet offers to match tickets.

    Following the launch of William Hill, Betfect is in the process of integrating
additional bookmakers, sports data providers and releasing iOS and Android applications.

    Joining the Betfect community is easy and free, just make sure you follow the right
people. Betfect.com [http://www.betfect.com ]

    To know more about Betfect, please visit:  https://betfect.com

Betfect.com

CONTACT: Media Contact: Giacomo Alpago, giacomo@betfect.com

Wirecard and Curve Team Up to Bring Next Generation Payment Cards

MUNICH, May 23, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    Cutting edge fintech solution

    Wirecard today announces a partnership with the London based startup Curve to
introduce a new payment solution. Curve allows people to connect up an unlimited number of
bank cards into one physical payment card, accepted everywhere. It is supported by a
mobile app that gives people a clearer picture of their payments putting them back in
control. The card and smartphone app solution is supported by Wirecard's technology,
ensuring global usage of the Curve card and bank-level security protection.

    By uniting existing credit cards, debit cards and other payment methods in a single
place, users of Curve access low currency conversion fees, see and label transactions from
all accounts in one screen in real-time (for instance expenses), pay everywhere MasterCard
is accepted - and keep collecting their reward points.

    Curve is initially providing the card to small business users - the freelancers,
'solopreneurs', micro-business owners and others who are the 'movers and makers' of the
small business world. This group of small businesses often has varied and complex personal
and business banking needs, and can be underserved by current retail banking offerings
with regard to payments and managing multiple cash-flows. This collaboration supports
Wirecard's ambitions to help customers have continued flexibility in how they make
payments and manage their spending.

    "We are delighted to be supporting Curve with its launch. The solution targets the SME
market which is growing and underserved by traditional providers. It is that combination
that makes this partnership exciting and supports Wirecard's key strategy of empowering
smart technology solutions and innovative business models", said Jack Harris, VP of Sales
Financial Institutions Europe at Wirecard.

    "Wirecard is a pioneer in the payment space, and an ideal partner for Curve to help us
achieve our mission of simplifying the fractured payment space" said Shachar Bialick, CEO
of Curve. "We have designed Curve to help ambitious business users simplify their finances,
without asking them to depart too far from familiar card payments. Curve customers are
often on the go both at home and abroad, and together Curve and Wirecard can meet their
needs."

    Curve supports the latest Chip & Pin, Contactless and magstripe technology. It works
just like any other bank card. Users connect all their debit and credit cards into the
Curve app, which syncs them with the Curve card, so users can simply carry one card. To
change the card users want to pay with, they simply use the app.

    Visit Wirecard and Curve at the Pioneers Festival on 24 and 25 May in Vienna, Austria.
On 24 May at 2 pm, there will be a joint Masterclass session given by Jack Harris from
Wirecard and Tom Foster-Carter from Curve about "How to launch a FinTech product".  

    About Wirecard:  

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

    About Curve:  

    Curve is one card to rule them all. Connect your existing cards into one and unlock
multiple benefits to make your money work harder for you. Use Curve - a MasterCard(R) card
- worldwide and eliminate your existing credit and debit cards' roaming fees. Keep track
of every purchase from one screen with real time notifications. Access all your cards and
accounts with just one PIN. Keep collecting your reward points. Withdraw cash, use online
and on the high street because Curve is Chip and Pin & magstripe as well as Contactless.

    https://www.imaginecurve.com

       
         
        Wirecard media contact:  
        Wirecard AG 
        Jana Tilz 
        Tel.: +49(0)89-4424-1363 
        E-Mail: jana.tilz@wirecard.com  
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        Curve media contact: 
        Anna Mostyn-Williams 
        Tel.: +44(0)798-0594-437 
        anna@imaginecurve.com  

     

Wirecard AG

Fluke 279 FC Thermal Multimeter integrates two test tools into one to increase productivity

Combination of full-featured digital multimeter plus thermal imager enables faster, more thorough troubleshooting with a single tool

EVERETT, Washington, May 23, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Thermal imagers are invaluable to help quickly troubleshoot electrical equipment, panels, and transformers but electricians and maintenance technicians often don't have access to one when they need it. Fluke announces the 279 FC TRMS Thermal Multimeter, the first test tool to integrate a full-featured true RMS (TRMS) digital multimeter (DMM) with a thermal camera in one device to speed troubleshooting.

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The 279 FC allows technicians to quickly and safely check for hot spots in fuses, wires, insulators, connectors, splices, and switches with the imager and then troubleshoot and analyze issues with the DMM. By combining two powerful test tools into one, electricians and technicians can carry fewer tools and have a higher level of confidence they have the tools handy to solve problems.

The thermal multimeter features 15 electrical measurement functions including ac/dc voltage, resistance, continuity, capacitance, diode test, min/max, and frequency. The optional iFlex(®) clamp can wrap around conductors and wires in tight, hard-to-reach spaces and expands its measurement capabilities to include ac current up to 2500 A. The 3.5 inch (8.89 cm) full-color LCD screen makes for easy, clear viewing of images.

The wireless 279 FC is part of Fluke Connect(®) -- a system of wireless test tools that communicate via the Fluke Connect app, or Fluke Connect Assets software, a cloud-based solution that gathers measurements to provide a comprehensive view of critical equipment status -- allowing technicians to record and share both thermal images and electrical measurements in real time via their smartphones or tablets and automatically upload them to the cloud. Reports can be created and shared right from the job site via email and collaborate in real time with other colleagues with ShareLive™ video calls, which increases productivity in the field.*

The CAT III 1000 V, CAT IV 600 V safety rated thermal multimeter has a rechargeable lithium ion battery that lasts up to a full work day (10+ hours) under normal conditions.

The Fluke 279 FC TRMS Thermal Multimeter and the Fluke 279 FC/iFlex TRMS Thermal Multimeter will be ready to order from distributors on May 9(th). For more information visit: http://www.fluke.co.uk/279FC.

For information on Fluke tools and applications, or to find the location of your nearest distributor, contact Fluke Corporation, P.O. Box 9090, Everett, WA USA 98206, call (800) 44-FLUKE (800-443-5853), fax (425) 446-5116, e-mail fluke-info@fluke.com or visit the Fluke Web site at http://www.fluke.com.

About Fluke

Founded in 1948, Fluke Corporation is the world leader in compact, professional electronic test tools. Fluke customers are technicians, engineers, electricians, and metrologists who install, troubleshoot and manage industrial, electrical and electronic equipment and calibration processes.

Fluke is a registered trademark of Fluke Corporation. The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners. For more information, visit the Fluke website.

* Within your provider's wireless service area and subject to your plan's pricing and other terms. Fluke Connect is not available in all countries.  Some Fluke Connect features require a subscription subject to payment terms and may not be available in all countries.

For more information:
Ken West
44 7768 457 784
ken.west@fluke.com

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CRU(R) Minimizes Data Acquisition Time for Digital Investigation

New WiebeTech® Ditto® DX doubles speed of Physical Imaging from SSD to SSD, doubles speed of Logical Imaging, adds new native interfaces

LAS VEGAS, May 23, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Today CRU introduced the WiebeTech Ditto DX Forensic FieldStation, its fastest, most capable digital forensic imaging appliance to date. Building on the success of the browser-manageable Ditto remote imaging hardware device introduced in 2013, the Ditto DX remote imager offers accelerated data acquisition speeds, enhanced usability features, and more native media connectivity.

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The Ditto Logical Imaging feature, with its ability to acquire and image only relevant data, is crucial to efficient digital evidence gathering. Investigators can create templates to automatically seek and acquire predetermined file types or preview files for manual selection.

"With hard drive capacities scaling to 8TB and beyond, it is simply impractical for investigators to image entire drives--especially when the Ditto platform is used in time-sensitive applications such as counter-intelligence," said digital forensics expert James Wiebe. "Gaining wide acceptance, Logical Imaging slashes acquisition time for all forms of digital investigation and e-discovery."

As with the original Ditto device, the Ditto DX Forensic FieldStation requires no host computer and acquires data from hard disk drives/SSDs, network file shares, and media cards. Data sources can be cloned or imaged to disk or network locations. Clones and images to two locations can happen as quickly as to a single destination.

"For the past three years, digital investigators in law enforcement, military organizations, and corporate IT have proven they want cost-effective Physical and Logical Imaging for acquiring all kinds of suspect data, whether it resides on networked filesystems, hard drives and SSDs, or other forms of digital media," said Randy Barber, CRU President and CEO.

The Ditto DX Forensic FieldStation easily integrates into existing investigative workflows, as well as with common forensic software such as Guidance Software's EnCase®, Access Data's FTK®, and the X-Ways Forensics platform.

The Ditto DX device adheres to the investment protection philosophy begun with the original Ditto Forensic FieldStation. Existing Ditto expansion modules also work with the Ditto DX imager and free upgrades via firmware updates will continue with both Ditto DX and Ditto devices.

The Ditto DX Forensic FieldStation offers:

    --  Faster SSD imaging and dual hashing performance
    --  Optimized HDD performance
    --  Source-side native USB 3.0 support
    --  Two destination-side USB 3.0 ports for imaging to USB 3.0 external
        devices
    --  SATA and PCIe/NVMe SSD data acquisition
    --  New PCIe port on the destination side, compatible with expansion modules
    --  PCIe expansion ports have been upgraded from x1 to x4
    --  Three Ethernet ports for network-based operations: input/source data,
        destination, and network-based operation
    --  Two USB 2.0 ports for USB devices such as keyboard or Wi-Fi adaptor
    --  Tactile response menu navigation buttons
    --  Easily visible DX Status Lightbar
See Ditto DX in action: For a live demo, visit CRU at the Enfuse Conference in Las Vegas, May 23-26, 2016 (Booth 417) or the Techno Security & Forensic Investigations Conference, June 5-8, 2016, in Myrtle Beach, SC.

Try Ditto DX for yourself: Visit http://cru-inc.com/dittodemo to remotely operate online Ditto and Ditto DX Forensic FieldStations.

For recorded demos and tutorials, visit the Ditto Video Playlist.

Pricing and availability: The Ditto DX Forensic FieldStation comes with a complete set of cables for common usage and is available in field kits that include a specially designed Pelican case and optional accessories for specialized investigations. Pricing starts at $2399 and will be shipping in volume in July 2016.

For more information visit cru-inc.com/ditto.

About CRU

Founded in 1986, CRU® is a pioneer in data security, data transport/mobility, encryption, and digital investigation devices. The company's flagship DataPort® and Data Express® removable drives are the de facto standard for physical data security in government, education, audio/video production, digital cinema and business markets. The WiebeTech® products are used by digital forensics investigators around the world. And the DataHarbor®, CRU RTX®, RAX®, and ToughTech® external hard drive enclosures are used by small and medium business for data backup. CRU products are available through major distributors, PC manufacturers, specialty system builders and resellers globally, as well as from CRU. Find CRU at http://www.cru-inc.com, http://www.facebook.com/cruinc, http://www.twitter.com/cru_inc, http://www.instagram.com/cru.inc, and http://www.linkedin.com/company/cru-inc.

For more information, contact:

OnPR for CRU
pr@cru-inc.com

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KingTing Tech. Releases the World's First LoRa-based Smart Home Platform

IRVINE, Calif., May 22, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- The smart home has already become a part of our life. What will our homes look like in the future? The expectation is that smart technologies will deliver comfort and convenience into homes that will be energy-thrifty and safe. As the world's first LoRa technology-based smart home platform provider, KingTing Tech. Corporation recently released a series of products under the YoSmart name, including a HUB, a thermostat, a sprinkler and a smart socket for the home.

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KingTing Tech. Corporation is a high-tech firm engaged in the research and development, manufacturing, distribution and servicing of smart home devices, with R&D teams located in Irvine, California. Irvine, known for its dynamic and innovative environment and active flow and exchange of ideas among the area's entrepreneurs, is home to a cluster of high-tech sectors including biomedicine, pharmaceuticals, telecommunications and software.

The release showcases KingTing's "3+1"model. The three energy-saving and environmentally-friendly smart devices include a smart thermostat, which automatically adjusts the temperature of the climate control equipment in the home according to user preference; a smart socket, which allows users to turn electronic devices (lamps, water heaters, humidifiers and water dispensers) on or off remotely or on a prefixed schedule and a sprinkler, which enables the user to create an automated watering schedule or remotely turn on the sprinkler via one's mobile device as well as access real-time weather reports so that irrigation devices can be regulated to minimize the wasting of water. The "1" in the "3+1" refers to the smart center YoSmart Hub, which is the internet portal and data exchange hub for the smart devices. Leveraging wireless spread spectrum technology, YoSmart Hub transmits a wireless signal over a distance of more than 1,600 feet (600 meters). The three YoSmart-branded smart devices provide users with peace of mind at home in terms of controlling the indoor climate, controlling each device in the home remotely and the watering of plants and gardens around the home. With the addition of the YoSmart app on the user's iOS or Android phone, all the YoSmart smart devices can be easily managed. 

KingTing Tech. Corporation's most eye-catching feature is the LoRa technology. In comparison with telecommunications technologies including Zigbee and Z-Wave, LoRa has significant advantages in terms of transmission distance and reduced power consumption and is more suitable for smart devices. The technology relies on point-to-point communications to achieve the longer distance transmission and requires only a lightweight protocol doing away with the need for a grid network. Test results confirm that a single battery can be continually recharged and power the LoRa system for ten years.

A number of market players have already expressed a keen interest due to the advantages and prospects they see for LoRa in the Internet of Things (IoT) era. The LoRa Alliance includes IBM, Cisco, Semtech, Microchip and SK Telecom. In view of the prospects for LoRa in the smart home market, KingTing Tech. Corporation's "YoSmart, Simplify your life " philosophy is driven by the expectations for LoRa in the smart home market and by the firm's commitment to helping its customers enjoy the convenience and joy of a smart life "anytime and anywhere." 

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CONTACT: John Xu, (844) 292-1947, John@YoSmart.com

Coolpad Group Launches its Flagship Smartphone Coolpad MAX Designed with the World's First Dual Space Feature

SHENZHEN, China, May 21, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Coolpad Group is announcing the global launch of its flagship smartphone Coolpad MAX.

Just 7.6mm thin and weighing 170g, Coolpad MAX is a premium device with a full metal body, curved edge glass screen (Corning Gorilla Glass 4), 5.5-inch FHD display, 13 MP rear camera, dual tone LED, quick charge 3.0, fingerprint reader, and advanced Qualcomm Snapdragon octa-core processor with 4GB RAM.

Coolpad MAX also houses the company's innovative Dual Space feature which enables users to separate their personal and professional lives without the need to use two different phones.

To protect both personal and professional information, Coolpad has installed encryption technology that ensures any data, contacts, photos, videos, and applications stored on the smartphone can be well protected without worrying about data leakage.

Coolpad has been recognized with many industry accolades, including a recent ranking of #342 on the annual China Fortune 500 companies list by FORTUNE 500 CHINA Magazine in 2013 and a ranking of 47 on the China top 100 Electronics & Info Enterprises list.

The company is committed to consistent future success, which it believes will come in the form of building a powerful global brand with the vision of 'Empowering everyone everywhere'.

About Coolpad

Established by Yulong Computer Telecommunication Scientific (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. ("Yulong Telecommunications") in April 1993, Coolpad is one of the top smartphone brands in the world. The IPO of Coolpad Group began on the Hong Kong stock market (HKEx) in 2004 (stock trade code: 2369) and with 6 R&D facilities worldwide, Coolpad Group continues to invest heavily in developing innovative products like smartphones.

With more than 20 years of experience in smartphone manufacturing, Coolpad devices are now available in a number of international markets including Europe, America and Africa.

Contact:

Yolanda Song
+86-13620934682
yolanda.song@yulong.com

Yulong Computer Telecommunication Scientific (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd.

FREETEL Kiwami And Priori3 Android Smartphones Available For Pre-Order In The U.S.

Unlocked Android Devices Infuse Japanese Craftsmanship and Design with the Latest in Mobile Technology

CHICAGO, May 20, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- FREETEL, a Japanese mobile handset manufacturer established in 2012, today announced the flagship Kiwami and sub-$100 Priori3 are available for pre-order now at FreetelWireless.com. Consumers who make purchases in May receive 10 percent off. Both devices bring Japanese quality and design to the growing unlocked Android phone market in North America.

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"We are excited for consumers in the U.S. and Canada to get their hands on FREETEL smartphones," said Ian Chapman-Banks, Global President for FREETEL. "Kiwami and Priori have already helped us reach #1 market share for SIM-free devices in Japan and we believe they'll find a big fan-base in North America too."

ABOUT THE DEVICES

Kiwami

    --  The flagship Kiwami has a MSRP of $389, six-inch WQHD display (2K -
        2560x1440, IPS, 16M colors), a 21MP rear camera and 8MP front camera,
        fast charging technology, Corning® Gorilla® Glass, as well intuitive
        gesture technology and fingerprint authentication.
    --  It also has 32GB internal memory with expansion capabilities.
    --  It operates on the 2, 4, 7 and 17 LTE/HSPA bands, enabling it to work
        with T-Mobile, AT&T, Cricket Wireless, Metro PCS, as well as other
        regional GSM carriers and MVNOs throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Priori3

    --  With Priori3 consumers will enjoy fast performance, stunning graphics
        and all the benefits of the Android(TM) OS for just $99.
    --  It has a 4.5" screen as well.
    --  It operates on the 2, 4, 7 and 17 LTE/HSPA bands, enabling it to work
        with T-Mobile, AT&T, Cricket Wireless, Metro PCS, as well as other
        regional GSM carriers and MVNOs throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Availability
The Kiwami and Priori3 are now available for pre-order at FreetelWireless.com. Delivery date is June 2016.

About FREETEL
Created by Japanese engineers with 40+ years of experience, FREETEL handsets are designed to give consumers world-class products at affordable price points. The brand is focused on quality, innovation, design and affordability. We ensure that the highest quality products are created by carefully managing the design, manufacturing, and even the packaging, every step of the way. This attention to detail is how we make sure that you will benefit and receive feature rich phones. Visit FreetelWireless.com for more information.

All features and specifications are subject to change.

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CONTACT: Monica Rohleder, monica@signalrockcomm.com, 847-606-1973

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

Walli Wearables Takes Kickstarter By Storm With Viral Crowdfunding Video

Smart Wallet Blows Past $35K Crowdfunding Goal; Funds Over 200% In 48 Hours

DALLAS, May 20, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Walli Wearables, Inc. (Walli Wearables) today announced that it has exceeded its $35,000 funding goal, raising over $70,000 in less than 48 hours for the company's smart wallet, key finder and mobile app as part of a rewards-based crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter. This campaign supports the company's mission to create products that make people's lives easier.

"Walli - The Smart Wallet was developed to offer peace-of-mind to consumers by making lost wallets, credit cards, and cell phones, a thing of the past," said Tahsin Alim, CEO and Founder of Walli Wearables. "We're integrating technology into everyday retail merchandise to create wearable products and we're doing it like no one before. With our patent-pending 'SecurePocket' technology, we are taking the concept of the smart wallet to a whole new level. With Walli, users will not only know when they leave their wallet behind, they'll also know when they leave a card behind as well. We are so excited to be making this product available to the Kickstarter community and soon to the world."

In this Kickstarter campaign, Walli Wearables is offering special pricing to backers, starting at $79. Walli - The Smart Wallet is estimated to retail at $99 and comes in a blue and teal, black and blue, or black and grey colors. Walli Travel, a travel-sized version of our smart wallet, is expected to retail at $149, and our Walli Key Finder at $29.

Features of the Walli Smart Wallet include:

    --  Walli - The Smart Wallet - Compatible with iOS 7.0 (and up) and Android
        4.0 (and up), Walli will notify you when you leave it behind. Walli
        connects to the users phone through the Walli app, which continuously
        monitors wallet activity and notifies the user if the phone is too far
        from the wallet.
    --  SecurePocket Technology - Walli features a one of a kind patent-pending
        smart pocket technology that will monitor and notify the user if a card
        slot has been empty for a certain period of time.
    --  Last Known Location - The user can lookup the last known location of
        their Walli after leaving it behind.
For more information about Walli Wearables, please visit the company's campaign.

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Walli Wearables, Inc.

CONTACT: Erica McCarthy, media@mywalli.com

Web Site: http://mywalli.com

Pirch Launches New Marketing Campaign Timed to Opening of Flagship Manhattan Showroom

Creative Featuring Tastemakers Iris Apfel, Nate Berkus, Padma Lakshmi, Among Others, Demonstrates How Pirch is "More Than Just a Store"

SAN DIEGO, May 20, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Pirch, the innovative home retailer that showcases luxury kitchen, bath and outdoor appliances unveils a new marketing campaign boasting high-profile personalities, timed to the debut of its 32,000 square foot flagship showroom in SoHo. Tastemakers from various industries including fashion icon, Iris Apfel, interior designer and author, Nate Berkus, author and television personality, Padma Lakshmi, chef and restauranteur, Geoffrey Zakarian and real estate mogul, Luis Ortiz, among others, grace New York City with playful ads that distinguish Pirch from the typical appliance retailer. 

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Pirch is more than just a store. As the first and only retailer to bring luxury home brands to life, Pirch encourages guests to try before they buy, inviting them to experience and "test drive" all merchandise within the carefully curated showroom that features more than 30 interactive vignettes.

The campaign brings this notion to life through a series of beautiful portraits photographed by acclaimed photographer, Liz Von Hoene. The creative features each tastemaker experiencing different luxuries of the home, from a beautifully-equipped luxury kitchen to a serene bathroom spa, drawing a comparison to how they are more than ordinary members of the design, culinary, real estate and fashion communities. In one image, Mr. Berkus is shown in an LG Studio kitchen with the tagline, "It's just a store, like I'm just a decorator." In another ad, Ms. Apfel takes a bubble bath with the description, "It's just a store, like I'm just an old lady."

"The human experience available at Pirch is what sets the brand apart, and we developed a campaign that demonstrates that we are more than just stunning showroom settings - it needed emotional depth," said Laith Murad, chief marketing officer, Pirch. "Our approach was to establish Pirch as a lifestyle, experiential brand and incite curiosity."

The campaign was developed in partnership with New York-based creative agency Barker and will roll out in a series of New York out-of-home advertisements including: subway station takeovers, a SoHo billboard, as well as Hampton Jitney bus wraps. Pirch will also extend the campaign through social media and is unveiling a new website design, boasting interactive elements and empowering guests to digitally create their dream renovation projects from a curation of the world's leading brands.

Pirch SoHo will be the flagship location, opening on Saturday, May 21 on the coveted corner of Lafayette and Broome Streets. Joining eight locations across the country, Pirch SoHo will bring serendipitous joy to guests with its one-of-a-kind experiential environment, encouraging guests to "test drive" all merchandise within a carefully curated showroom that features more than 30 interactive vignettes.

About Pirch
Driven by an unbridled passion to reinvent the entire retail shopping experience, Pirch carefully curates and presents only leading brands for indoor and outdoor kitchens and bath. And, for the first time in the industry, Pirch brings these brands to life in experiential showrooms allowing guests to try before they buy so they can make informed decisions. The result is a "one-stop-shop" where guests can focus on how they live, rather than what they want to buy. For more information visit http://www.Pirch.com.

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CONTACT: Shauna Solum, LaForce, (646) 374-0847, ssolum@laforce.nyc; Hannah Grace Miles, LaForce, (646) 374-0803, hmiles@laforce.nyc

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