Gogo Business Aviation Announces Expanded In-Flight Entertainment Capabilities
Gogo Vision now standard with UCS 5000 smart cabin system; other enhancements now available
ORLANDO, Fla., April 25, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- For movie and TV buffs who want the newest releases and can't seem to binge enough on their favorite programming, Gogo Inc. (NASDAQ: GOGO) is making it easier to do so with a number of enhancements to Gogo Vision, business aviation's leading wireless in-flight entertainment (IFE) system.
Gogo Vision provides a high-quality entertainment experience and minimizes the unpredictability of video and audio streaming costs. Available globally, Gogo Vision delivers the latest releases from Hollywood and approximately 200 on-demand movies and TV shows - along with moving maps, news, flight progress information and destination weather, in addition to file sharing, file transfer and Cabin Management Systems integration. Gogo Vision content is stored on an on-board server and streamed directly to personal electronic devices such as tablets or shown on cabin monitors.
Gogo Vision Enhancements
-- Now included as a no-charge upgrade for UCS 5000 systems, for new
customers signing up for a monthly subscription.
-- Includes predictable monthly subscription set at $525, plus $10 per
movie or $6 per TV episode, capped at $895 no matter how many movies or
episodes are viewed.
-- Automatic content updates are available in a customer's own hangar and
at Gogo Cloud locations in the U.S. and Europe; all required equipment
and hardware for in-hangar updates is included at no cost.
-- Gogo Vision can now be watched on in-cabin monitors in addition to
personal devices such as iPhones, tablets and laptop computers with
purchase of a Gogo Video Processor Unit (GVPU).
"There's a lot of talk about being able to stream movies and TV programs in flight," said John Wade, Gogo Business Aviation's executive vice president and general manager. "Streaming services are great, but if you stream in-flight movies over a live connection from the ground, the cost of all those megabytes can be astronomical. Gogo Vision gives passengers a fantastic, turn-key IFE experience, minus the unpredictable costs."
Assets for Editors:
-- Gogo Vision VIDEO: http://business.gogoair.com/gogo-vision-video
-- Gogo Vision INFOGRAPHIC: http://business.gogoair.com/gogo-vision-infographic
-- Gogo Vision IMAGES: Multiple hi-res images available on request.
About Gogo
With more than two decades of experience, Gogo is the leader in in-flight connectivity and wireless entertainment services for commercial and business fleets around the world. Gogo connects aircraft, providing its aviation partners with the world's most powerful network and platform to help optimize their operations. Gogo's superior technologies, best-in-class service, and global reach help planes fly smarter, our aviation partners perform better, and their passengers travel happier.
Today, Gogo has partnerships with 14 commercial airlines and is installed on more than 2,500 commercial aircraft. More than 6,800 business aircraft are also flying with its solutions, including the world's largest fractional ownership fleets. Gogo also is a factory option at every major business aircraft manufacturer. Gogo has more than 1,000 employees and is headquartered in Chicago, Ill., with additional facilities in Broomfield, Colo., and various locations overseas. Connect with us at http://www.gogoair.com and business.gogoair.com.
Certain disclosures in this press release include "forward-looking statements" that are based on management's beliefs and assumptions and on information currently available to management. Most forward-looking statements contain words that identify them as forward-looking, such as "anticipates," "believes," "continues," "could," "seeks," "estimates," "expects," "intends," "may," "plans," "potential," "predicts," "projects," "should," "will," "would" or similar expressions and the negatives of those terms that relate to future events. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the Gogo's actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any projected results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements represent the beliefs and assumptions of Gogo only as of the date of this press release and Gogo undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any such forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
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Creation Cell Announces Fall Launch of VAGO, the Innovative New Way to Get 50% More Luggage Space
LOS ANGELES, April 25, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Taiwanese design company Creation Cell is announcing the Q3 release of its latest innovation, VAGO, a baggage compression device that allows travelers to save up to 50% space in their bags and suitcases. The company is also running a campaign on leading crowdfunding site Kickstarter.
VAGO works by essentially vacuum packing all the soft items, such as clothes and towels, creating more space for anything extra. All soft items are placed inside a plastic bag, the VAGO is attached and turned on then, thanks to a smart sensor which detects the pressure inside the bag, compression automatically stops when it reaches a maximum.
Available in white, black, purple and pink models, and at just 70mm long and 85g in weight, VAGO is small, lightweight and easy to carry and charges using the same micro USB cable as a regular smartphone.
Co-founder and self-confessed travel nerd Jennifer Lee said; "When we go on vacation or travel for business, we face all kinds of problems during the trip. VAGO came up as part of our problem solving process and is a great example of the product innovations we at Creation Cell come up with to suit everybody's needs in different fields and scenarios."
Established in Taiwan in 2010, Creation Cell specializes in designing convenient products and gadgets for the tech, travel and lifestyle industries. The company's innovations are sold in more than 80 countries worldwide and have featured in a number of global media publications including USA Today.
HARTING Technology Group Set to Further Expand US Activities
Intelligent connectors in collaboration with US automotive manufacturer / Digitalisation offers tremendous growth potential / Innovative solutions and products for Integrated Industry
ESPELKAMP and HANNOVER, Germany, April 25, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --
The HARTING Technology Group perceives the US as a market of the future and is aiming
to further expand its business in the United States. The company's position was clearly
stated by CEO and General Partner Philip Harting at a press reception kicking off the
Hannover Messe, at HARTING's stand (Hall 11 / C13). Â
In this context, HARTING is primarily counting on teaming up with innovative US
companies to tackle the complex challenges of digital transformation and to jointly
develop compelling customer solutions for Integrated Industry. At the same time, HARTING
also intends to expand its existing partnerships over the long term with the Massachusetts
Institute of Technology and the Industrial Internet Consortium (IIC), as well as its
cooperation (predevelopment partnership) with Texas Instruments (TI).
HARTING has found a sound partner in one US carmaker. Together with this customer,
HARTING is currently developing the "intelligent connector" (smart Han(R)). In addition to
serving as a connection to the power supply for the attached machinery, the connector also
enables the monitoring of the power used by all interconnected energy consumers. "This
turns the connector into an active component within the power supply concept and means
that it plays a significant role in the flexible and optimised operation of the machinery
and systems", explained Uwe Graff, Managing Director HARTING Electric, HARTING Electronics
and HARTING IT Software Development
The use of this "intelligent connector" provides customers with a standardised
infrastructure that enables them to flexibly adjust their manufacturing facilities to the
needs of the market. The solution offers an additional advantage: existing older machinery
can also be made Industrie 4.0-capable by the smart Han(R).
The USA is a clear future marketÂ
CEO and General Partner Philip Harting emphasized that the US is a growth market for
HARTING. "We're not only optimistic in terms of digitisation. The reshoring and
modernisation taking place in numerous US industrial companies also offer tremendous
opportunities for classic HARTING products and solutions from the Connectivity & Networks
area," Harting said.
In order to position itself even closer to the US market and its requirements, HARTING
will be kicking off manufacturing operations in Silao, Mexico in the near future,
producing overmoulded cables and wiring harnesses. "Wherever our customers are, you'll
also find HARTING," as Philip Harting stated, referring in this context to the large
production plants of numerous carmakers and their suppliers who have manufacturing
operations in Mexico.
Revenue guidance confirmedÂ
Philip Harting expressed his satisfaction with the course of the first half of the
2015/16 business year (October 1, 2015 to March 31, 2016) despite increasingly difficult
conditions. "Unfortunately, global uncertainties have not subsided since our annual press
conference last December. Still, for the full year we continue to expect single-digit
sales growth of under five percent", HARTING said at the event, reiterating his forecast
made at the end of 2015.
As part of the reception, Philip Harting also introduced Stefan Olding, who has been
Managing Director of HARTING Deutschland since the beginning of February this year.
Mr. Olding is the successor of Ruediger Prill, who served as Managing Director of HARTING
Deutschland for 10 years and continues to remain with the company as a consultant and head
of committee work.
HARTING MICA in the "Etos" is the highlight at Hannover Messe trade showÂ
A highlight at this year's Hannover Messe is the HARTING MICA in the Rinspeed Car
"Etos". The HARTING MICA (Modular Industry Computing Architecture), a smart mini
industrial computer, performs emissions and condition monitoring for the vehicle. The MICA
is a modular platform of open hardware and software that can be adapted quickly and cost
efficiently to numerous industrial applications, and was nominated for this year's HERMES
AWARD.
HARTING is taking the example of Rinspeed AG's "Etos" concept car to demonstrate how
open, versatile and exceptional the MICA is. The family owned and managed company is
particularly eyeing the target sectors of mobile and stationary machines and plants which
can be cost-effectively and efficiently networked and connected to the data Cloud.
New solutions for Integrated IndustryÂ
HARTING is also striving to expand its business with products and solutions for
Integrated Industry, as Uwe Graff stressed during the press reception. In this context,
Graff once again cited the six major trends within Integrated Industry: modularisation,
identification, integration, digitalisation, miniaturisation and customisation. HARTING
had clearly identified these trends at Hannover Messe 2015 and offered innovative
solutions associated with them.
As innovations in the area of modularisation, Graff cited the new Han(R) ES Press
termination technology, which is based on a pre-loaded cage clamp. To connect the
conductor, the user only has to manually depress an actuator to close the cage clamp. The
result is a connection that boasts high tensile strength, is vibration-resistant and
reliable. This tool-free, quick connection of wires - paired with a unique jumper
technology - enables the integration of functionalities which could previously only be
produced using terminals in the switch cabinet. Graff also touched on the Han(R) Docking
Frame. The frame is a float-mounted plastic frame in which more than 50 different
interfaces from the Han-Modular(R) product range can be integrated.
The docking frame can accommodate 2-6 modules that can be arranged according to the
user's requirements. Consequently, the new Han(R) Docking Frame offers a technically
refined and functional solution that supports the modularisation of electrical
installations.
Winner of MICA competition chosen at Hannover Messe Â
As part of the press reception at the Hannover Messe trade show, the winners of the
MICA competition were also honoured. In collaboration with trade magazine Elektrotechnik,
HARTING had hosted the "What are you doing with the MICA?" competition to call for
applications to be developed using the MICA Open Computing System. "The numerous entries
underscored the range of possible applications with the MICA," Philip Harting said.
The two teams from IMMS - Institute for Microelectronic and Mechatronic Systems
(Ilmenau) won over the HARTING jury. Among other achievements, within a few short weeks
the Ilmenau-based scientists equipped the MICA's free function boards with new hardware
for real-time data processing, as well as for wireless communication with sensors for an
environmental monitoring application. The firm SALT AND PEPPER (Bremen) submitted a
convincing upgradeable "Predictive Maintenance" solution in which vibration sensors can
predict machine states and events.
HARTING Technology Group is one of the world's leading providers of industrial
connection technology for the three lifelines of "Power", "Signals" and "Data" and is
operating 13 manufacturing locations and branches in 43 countries. Moreover, the company
also produces retail checkout systems, electromagnetic actuators for automotive and
industrial series use, as well as hardware and software for customers and applications in
automation technology, robotics and transportation engineering. In the 2014/15 business
year, some 4200 employees generated sales of EUR 567 million.
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Internationally renowned Hip-Hop recording artist Flo Rida To Speak at the 2016 Samsung Developer Conference About His New Mobile Street Racing App
International Multi-Platinum Hip-Hop artist, Flo Rida, will be featured in the upcoming the 2016 Samsung Developer Conference in San Francisco
WELLINGTON, Fla., April 25, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- International Multi-Platinum Hip-Hop artist, Flo Rida, will introduce his new mobile app 'SPEED GODS', a joint venture between Flo Rida, IM3 Gaming and in conjunction with D3M Licensing Group.
The conference will be held at the Moscone Center in San Francisco on April 27th and 28th. In addition to talking about his new Android app, Flo Rida, will be taking questions from the audience in an 'Ask Me Anything' session.
"I'm honored that Samsung has invited me to their annual conference," said the artist. 'SPEED GODS' was a labor of passion, and I'm excited to be able to introduce it at such a prestigious event."
"Obviously, Flo Rida has international appeal but it was his understanding of the mobile gaming space that made this partnership make sense", said Chris McMillian, CEO of IM3 Gaming. Flo Rida and Chris McMillian were put in contact with Samsung from licensing partner D3M Licensing Group, LLC, whose CEO, Marlo Gold, echoed similar enthusiasm about the artists' presence at SDC.
'SPEED GODS' transports players into a world of fast cars and even faster cities. The app offers players a glimpse of Flo Rida's love for cars with his passion for art. The cars in this title are underscored with highly creative paint jobs, race through eccentric cities and feature Flo's chart topping tunes - all set against the backdrop of an exciting game that takes over your senses. This fast paced game is set to be the artist's largest scale release to date.
The 2016 Samsung Developer Conference will provide a glimpse into the future product innovations from Samsung and its partners. It is designed for developers, creators and builders who can gain access to industry experts and technical workshops in a wide variety of categories.
Flo Rida, is known for releasing a string of hits, such as his 2008 breakout single "Low", which was number one for 10 weeks in the United States and broke the record for digital download sales at the time of its release. Flo Rida has sold over 95 million digital singles worldwide, making him one of the best-selling music artists. His catalog includes the international hit singles "Right Round", "Club Can't Handle Me", "Good Feeling", "Wild Ones", "Whistle", "I Cry", "G.D.F.R." and "My House", and has just released "Hello Friday", which is already climbing the charts.
KDDI Certifies Altair CAT-1 Chipset in Support of Aggressive IoT Network Roll-out
Altair's FourGee-1160 is the First CAT-1 IoT Chipset to Achieve Certification by a Japanese Carrier
HOD HASHARON, Israel, April 25, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --
Altair Semiconductor (altair-semi.com [http://www.altair-semi.com ]), a leading
provider of LTE chipsets, today announced its FourGee-1160Â chipset has been certified for
deployment on Japan's KDDI network.
The official certification granted by KDDI followed extensive interoperability,
conformance and performance testing in order to ensure a smooth introduction of new IoT
products and services based on the Altair chipset.
"The Altair chipset certification is a very significant milestone for KDDI as it is
the first endorsement of any commercial CAT-1 chipset in the Japan market," said Hiroshi
Tsuji, General Manager at KDDI. "The certified chipset by Altair is a cornerstone in this
strategy and enables our customers to quickly and affordably integrate low cost/power LTE
connectivity into their devices."
Altair's FourGee-1160 is a CAT-1 chipset solution that was built from the ground-up.
Designed specifically for IoT and M2M applications, such as wearables, vehicle telematics,
smart meters and security applications, the FourGee-1160 features best-in-class power
consumption enabling battery life in excess of 10 years, and offers unique features such
as enhanced security and a customizable application layer.
"This extension of our long-time partnership with KDDI will help a faster and smoother
introduction of IoT services in both industrial and consumer markets," said Eran Eshed,
Co-founder and VP of Worldwide Sales and Marketing for Altair. "Japan is one of the most
advanced cellular markets in the world, and we are very pleased to have been awarded the
certification by KDDI. We are committed to supporting their business as they roll out
advanced IoT services in the market."
About Altair SemiconductorÂ
Altair Semiconductor, recently acquired by Sony Group, is a leading provider of
single-mode LTE chipsets. Altair's portfolio covers the complete spectrum of cellular 4G
market needs, from supercharged video-centric applications all the way to ultra-low power,
low cost IoT and M2M. Altair has shipped millions of LTE chipsets to date, commercially
deployed on the world's most advanced LTE networks. For more information, please visit http://www.altair-semi.com . Follow Altair on Twitter: @AltairSemi
About KDDIÂ
KDDI Corporation is a leading Japanese telecommunications and a Global Fortune 300
company. Serving 40 million domestic mobile subscribers, KDDI provides a diverse portfolio
consisting of managed networks, data centers, cloud, security and system integration.
(http://global.kddi.com )
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FARO Introduces the Factory Robo-Imager, the first Factory Automation Solution and Second Product in FARO's new Early Adopter (EA) Program
LAKE MARY, Fla., April 25, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- FARO Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:FARO), the world's most trusted source for 3D measurement and imaging with solutions in Metrology, Factory Automation, Product Design, Public Safety and BIM/CIM, announces the launch of the FARO® Factory Robo-Imager product line, a system that combines the FARO Factory Array Imager with a collaborative-robot to provide highly adaptable, safe and automated in- and near-line inspection solutions. FARO's Early Adopter (EA) Program provides leading edge products to qualified customers for limited product introductions. Sign up for the FARO EA Program at: http://www.faro.com/early_adopter/
This product line pairs our newest sensor, the FARO Factory Array Imager, with a human-collaborative robot in two configurations: either a fixed installation or turnkey mobile station. The Robo-Imager fixed installation can be mounted anywhere in the factory and deliver automated measurements while the Robo-Imager Mobile is the same Robo-Imager mounted on an instrumented cart that can be quickly moved to wherever measurement tasks are required.
Launched in January 2016, the FARO Factory Array Imager is a new metrology-grade 3D sensor with blue light technology, capable of quickly capturing high-resolution measurement data for dimensional inspection on parts, assemblies and tools. When coupled with a collaborative-robot, the Robo-Imager provides a turnkey solution to automate the inspection and verification of parts at any location in the production environment.
"The manufacturing world is quickly evolving, with smart factories, LEAN thinking, and emphasis on automation, driving the need to shift quality control and inspection processes closer to the production line," stated Dr. Simon Raab, President and CEO of FARO Technologies. "To that end, FARO is committed to developing new metrology solutions for Factory Automation. The Robo-Imager does just that, moving metrology from the QC lab to the shop floor for improved productivity."
The FARO Factory Robo-Imager, along with all of FARO's 3D measurement hardware and software, are on display this week at the Control international trade fair in Stuttgart, Germany at Stand 3404 in Hall 3. FARO EA Program members in Germany and the Eastern U.S. can order the FARO Factory Robo-Imager now. A general product rollout to the broader market is currently slated for the second half of 2016. Those who have not already registered their interest in the EA Program can do so at: http://www.faro.com/early_adopter/
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that are subject to risks and uncertainties, such as statements about demand for and customer acceptance of FARO's products, and FARO's product development and product launches. Statements that are not historical facts or that describe the Company's plans, objectives, projections, expectations, assumptions, strategies, or goals are forward-looking statements. In addition, words such as "is," "will" and similar expressions or discussions of FARO's plans or other intentions identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to various known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause actual results, performances, or achievements to differ materially from future results, performances, or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Consequently, undue reliance should not be placed on these forward-looking statements.
Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to:
-- development by others of new or improved products, processes or
technologies that make the Company's products less competitive or
obsolete;
-- the Company's inability to maintain its technological advantage by
developing new products and enhancing its existing products;
-- declines or other adverse changes, or lack of improvement, in industries
that the Company serves or the domestic and international economies in
the regions of the world where the Company operates and other general
economic, business, and financial conditions; and
-- other risks detailed in Part I, Item 1A. Risk Factors in the Company's
Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2015.
Forward-looking statements in this release represent the Company's judgment as of the date of this release. The Company undertakes no obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, unless otherwise required by law.
About FARO
FARO is the world's most trusted source for 3D measurement, imaging and realization technology. The Company develops and markets computer-aided measurement and imaging devices and software. Technology from FARO permits high-precision 3D measurement, imaging and comparison of parts and complex structures within production and quality assurance processes. The devices are used for inspecting components and assemblies, rapid prototyping, documenting large volume spaces or structures in 3D, surveying and construction, as well as for investigation and reconstruction of accident sites or crime scenes.
The Company's global headquarters is located in Lake Mary, FL; its European regional headquarters in Stuttgart, Germany; and its Asia/Pacific regional headquarters in Singapore. FARO has other offices in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, the United Kingdom, France, Spain, Italy, Poland, Turkey, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Portugal, India, China, Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand, South Korea, and Japan.
FARO Introduces the Factory Robo-Imager, the first Factory Automation Solution and Second Product in FARO's new Early Adopter (EA) Program
LAKE MARY, Fla., April 25, 2016 /CNW/ -- FARO Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:FARO), the world's most trusted source for 3D measurement and imaging with solutions in Metrology, Factory Automation, Product Design, Public Safety and BIM/CIM, announces the launch of the FARO® Factory Robo-Imager product line, a system that combines the FARO Factory Array Imager with a collaborative-robot to provide highly adaptable, safe and automated in- and near-line inspection solutions. FARO's Early Adopter (EA) Program provides leading edge products to qualified customers for limited product introductions. Sign up for the FARO EA Program at: http://www.faro.com/early_adopter/
This product line pairs our newest sensor, the FARO Factory Array Imager, with a human-collaborative robot in two configurations: either a fixed installation or turnkey mobile station. The Robo-Imager fixed installation can be mounted anywhere in the factory and deliver automated measurements while the Robo-Imager Mobile is the same Robo-Imager mounted on an instrumented cart that can be quickly moved to wherever measurement tasks are required.
Launched in January 2016, the FARO Factory Array Imager is a new metrology-grade 3D sensor with blue light technology, capable of quickly capturing high-resolution measurement data for dimensional inspection on parts, assemblies and tools. When coupled with a collaborative-robot, the Robo-Imager provides a turnkey solution to automate the inspection and verification of parts at any location in the production environment.
"The manufacturing world is quickly evolving, with smart factories, LEAN thinking, and emphasis on automation, driving the need to shift quality control and inspection processes closer to the production line," stated Dr. Simon Raab, President and CEO of FARO Technologies. "To that end, FARO is committed to developing new metrology solutions for Factory Automation. The Robo-Imager does just that, moving metrology from the QC lab to the shop floor for improved productivity."
The FARO Factory Robo-Imager, along with all of FARO's 3D measurement hardware and software, are on display this week at the Control international trade fair in Stuttgart, Germany at Stand 3404 in Hall 3. FARO EA Program members in Germany and the Eastern U.S. can order the FARO Factory Robo-Imager now. A general product rollout to the broader market is currently slated for the second half of 2016. Those who have not already registered their interest in the EA Program can do so at: http://www.faro.com/early_adopter/
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that are subject to risks and uncertainties, such as statements about demand for and customer acceptance of FARO's products, and FARO's product development and product launches. Statements that are not historical facts or that describe the Company's plans, objectives, projections, expectations, assumptions, strategies, or goals are forward-looking statements. In addition, words such as "is," "will" and similar expressions or discussions of FARO's plans or other intentions identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to various known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause actual results, performances, or achievements to differ materially from future results, performances, or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Consequently, undue reliance should not be placed on these forward-looking statements.
Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to:
-- development by others of new or improved products, processes or
technologies that make the Company's products less competitive or
obsolete;
-- the Company's inability to maintain its technological advantage by
developing new products and enhancing its existing products;
-- declines or other adverse changes, or lack of improvement, in industries
that the Company serves or the domestic and international economies in
the regions of the world where the Company operates and other general
economic, business, and financial conditions; and
-- other risks detailed in Part I, Item 1A. Risk Factors in the Company's
Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2015.
Forward-looking statements in this release represent the Company's judgment as of the date of this release. The Company undertakes no obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, unless otherwise required by law.
About FARO
FARO is the world's most trusted source for 3D measurement, imaging and realization technology. The Company develops and markets computer-aided measurement and imaging devices and software. Technology from FARO permits high-precision 3D measurement, imaging and comparison of parts and complex structures within production and quality assurance processes. The devices are used for inspecting components and assemblies, rapid prototyping, documenting large volume spaces or structures in 3D, surveying and construction, as well as for investigation and reconstruction of accident sites or crime scenes.
The Company's global headquarters is located in Lake Mary, FL; its European regional headquarters in Stuttgart, Germany; and its Asia/Pacific regional headquarters in Singapore. FARO has other offices in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, the United Kingdom, France, Spain, Italy, Poland, Turkey, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Portugal, India, China, Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand, South Korea, and Japan.
Visioneer Unveils Color Duplex Desktop Scanner with Software For Scanning and Organizing Thousands of Pages per Day
U.S.-Based Company Highlights Product's TAA Compliance for G.S.A. Purchasing
PLEASANTON, Calif., April 25, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Offering technology to turn towering piles of paper into searchable, editable and sharable digital documents, Visioneer® has introduced the Patriot(TM) D40, a color duplex desktop scanner and software package designed for scanning, storing and organizing up to 6,000 double-sided pages daily.
The Patriot D40, compliant with the Trade Agreements Act (TAA) as required for sale under federal General Services Administration (GSA) schedule contracts, features Visioneer's exclusive OneTouch® technology, enabling the scanner to function seamlessly, literally at the touch of a single button, with the content and image management solutions used in many medium-sized and large organizations. The Patriot D40 bundle works with Windows® and Mac® computers.
"In addition to government agencies, corporations within the healthcare, insurance, finance and manufacturing industries can greatly benefit from the Patriot D40's 6,000 page-per-day scanning ability and reliable paper-handling of ID cards, checks, legal-sized documents and long medical forms," said Jim Tamo, senior vice president of global sales and marketing, Visioneer.
"We designed the D40 with an extra-wide automatic document feeder to handle warehouse pick tickets, auto dealership contracts and similar forms used with line printers. The Patriot D40 can scan the form without customers first having to tear off the sides of the document, saving a lot of time and reducing the risk of ripping the document. The software crops the edges electronically to give you a proper-sized page."
The Patriot D40 will scan and image 60 double-sided color pages per minute (ppm) at 200 dpi resolution, or 40 double-sided color ppm at 300 dpi resolution. Optical resolution can be set for 200, 300 or 600 dpi, with Visioneer Acuity software enabling interpolated resolutions of 75, 100, 150, 400, 500 or 1200 dpi. Color output depth is 24 bits; grayscale output depth is eight bits.
In addition to paper originals, the Patriot D40 will scan images on plastic, such as ID cards, and photographs and can accept paper thicknesses in stock weights up to 110lb. The scanner will accept pages as small as 2" x 2.5", to a maximum size of 9.5" x 118". Connection to the computer is via USB, and a cable is included with the scanner. Its desktop footprint is 12.5" x 9.4".
Supplementing Visioneer's award-winning OneTouch and Acuity software, the scanner bundle includes Nuance® OmniPage® Pro, Nuance PaperPort®, and Nuance Power PDF for use with Windows PCs. Nuance OmniPage provides OCR and layout retention features, while PaperPort enables document management and workflow features.
For Mac computers, Visioneer provides its Mac TWAIN driver and Scan Utility software. Mac TWAIN provides many of the image cleanup features of Acuity, including improvements to visual clarity, auto-crop and auto-straighten. All software, including user manuals, is provided on DVD-ROM. A printed Quick Install Guide is also provided.
The Patriot D40 scanner has a suggested retail price of $495.00 and is immediately available for purchase online at Visioneer.com and from authorized resellers in the U.S. Shipping to international markets begins in May 2016.
About Visioneer, Inc.
Visioneer, Inc., a leader in scanner and document management solutions, offers a broad range of digital imaging hardware products for the desktop, distributed and departmental markets as well as the mobile and remote business scanning segments. In 2003, Visioneer combined its leading scanner technology with the Xerox brand recognition to develop the Xerox® DocuMate® product line. Visioneer and Xerox DocuMate high-performance business scanners and imaging software solutions offer users speed, image quality, advanced paper handling and ease-of-use with exclusive Visioneer OneTouch® technology. Visioneer is an authorized licensee of Xerox®. For additional information on Visioneer and Xerox scanning solutions, visit http://www.visioneer.com, http://www.visioneer.com/company/news or http://www.xeroxscanners.com. For open commentary and industry perspectives visit http://www.facebook.com/visioneerinc,http://twitter.com/visioneerinc.
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Leading Gaming Marketplace Kinguin.net Enables Bitcoin Payouts!
As of today, Kinguin allows merchants to withdraw their earnings in Bitcoins!
HONG KONG and WARSAW, Poland, April 25, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --
Bitcoin has proven to be one of the most convenient payment methods in the world,
attracting more and more people. The growing demand has inspired Kinguin to expand the
payout methods offered to merchants.
The Bitcoin payout option allows Merchants to withdraw their funds smoothly and
efficiently. Transferring funds to multiple international recipients in single payout
batches reduces the cost and processing time of payout methods.
"We have noticed a demand from our merchants for paying out with Bitcoin," said Faheem
Bakshi, Kinguin's Vice President for Global Expansion. "Having the option to pay out with
Bitcoins is a great opportunity to attract more merchants selling digital products on
Kinguin. It allows users of Kinguin's platform to buy and sell video games in even more
new ways"
Since Kinguin partnered with BitPay in October 2015, Kinguin's customers have been
able to use Bitcoins to pay for purchases on Kinguin.net. The addition of Bitcoin resulted
in a significant number of people choosing the digital currency as their main payment
method. Bitcoin's popularity keeps on growing, and Kinguin.net Bitcoin payouts are here to
meet that new demand from users.
"Bitcoin gives online marketplace businesses a simpler, faster and less expensive way
to pay their international sellers," said BitPay's EMEA General Manager Marcel Roelants.
"Gaming marketplaces like Kinguin clearly show the advantages of Bitcoin payouts."
About Kinguin.net
Kinguin.net is one of the most popular marketplaces in the world for digital games,
with over over 25,000 products available and more than 3 million satisfied customers.
Kinguin provides a vast selection of Triple-A titles and in-game products like CS:GO
skins.
With over four years experience in handling Bitcoin payments, BitPay is the first and
most experienced Bitcoin payment processor. BitPay allows merchants to accept Bitcoin
payments from customers while pricing their products and receiving bank deposit
settlements in their local currency.
Marvell Introduces Industry's First Commercially Available Ethernet Transceivers Fully Optimized for 2.5Gbps and 5Gbps Data Rates over Cat5e Cables
The new 88E2010/40 Ethernet transceivers complement a range of Marvell switches for campus applications, supporting 4 to 48 NBASE-T ports
SANTA CLARA, Calif. and LAS VEGAS, April 25, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Marvell (NASDAQ:MRVL), a world leader in storage, cloud infrastructure, Internet of Things (IoT), connectivity and multimedia semiconductor solutions, today announced the Marvell® Alaska® 88E2010/40 family of Ethernet transceivers, the industry's first commercially available Ethernet transceivers fully optimized for 2.5Gbps and 5Gbps data rates over Cat5e cables. Providing a cost efficient, small form factor and low power dissipation, the Alaska 88E2010/40 Ethernet transceivers enable the utilization of the most common types of installed Cat5e Ethernet cabling for applications including 802.11ac Access Point uplinks, switches, servers, workstations and high-end PCs. The Alaska 88E2010/40 Ethernet transceivers are designed to be compliant with the emerging IEEE 802.3bz standard and the NBASE-T Alliance specification for 2.5Gbps and 5Gbps data rates over Cat5e cables. The new Marvell Alaska 88E2010/40 Ethernet transceivers further extend Marvell's Alaska product suite and currently are being sampled by global customers.
To provide a seamless system solution, the Alaska 88E2010/40 Ethernet transceivers can be kitted with Marvell's broad range of switches, which span the range from basic Layer 2 functionality to models containing full Enterprise Class Virtualization and Layer 3+ features. These switches support anywhere from 4 to 48 NBASE-T ports, have the ability to stack with 40GbE and 100GbE uplinks and are provided with application software in turn-key packaged solutions.
"Marvell's Alaska 88E2010/40 Ethernet transceivers are optimized to enable 2.5Gbps and 5Gbps uplink data rates in SMB and enterprise environments over existing Cat5e cabling, saving the cost of rewiring the installed base," said Michael Zimmerman, Vice President and General Manager, Connectivity, Storage and Infrastructure (CSI) BU at Marvell Semiconductor, Inc. "Marvell's Alaska 88E2010/40 technology was custom designed to provide one of the lowest power dissipation rates in one of the smallest form factors on the market to power enterprise switching and application processor solutions at a very cost effective price. They perfectly pair with Marvell's complete family of switch silicon products, which provide comprehensive support for 4 to 48 ports of NBASE-T 2.5Gbps and 5Gbps Ethernet."
The Alaska 88E2010/40 devices use Marvell's advanced Digital Signal Processing (DSP) technology to enable the repurposing of low-cost Cat5e Ethernet cables for data rates as high as 5Gbps. The devices support Category 6 (screened or unscreened), Category 6a (augmented) and Category 7 type cables, as well as Category 5e type cables for distances up to 100m. The devices support a variety of host interfaces (2500BASE-X, 5000BASE-R, SGMII), as well as 10G host interfaces such as USXGMII interface and XFI/RXAUI with Rate-Matching. The transceiver family also features full backward compatibility with lower-speed legacy Ethernet (1000/100/10Mbps) on the line side.
The Alaska 88E2010/40 Ethernet transceivers also incorporate the Marvell advanced Virtual Cable Tester® technology for cable fault detection and proactive cable performance monitoring. With advanced DSP technology, the transceivers can proactively monitor the performance of a cable and determine cable length and type, in addition to detecting opens and shorts and reporting the location of a fault.
The robust Alaska 88E2010/40 family of Ethernet transceivers includes:
-- Compliance with the NBASE-T Alliance specifications for 2.5Gbps and
5Gbps modes
-- Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) IEEE 802.3az for all supported data
rates
-- Bit error rate (BER) better than 10(-15)
-- Demonstrated reach of over 170m on Cat5e for 2.5Gbps and over 115m for
5G mode
-- Integrated Marvell Virtual Cable Tester technology
-- Management Data Clock (MDC) and Management Data Input/Output (MDIO)
management interface
-- Industry-leading lowest power consumption
-- Precision Time Protocol (PTP) and Media Access Control Security (MACsec)
functions in the 88E2010 and 88E2040 devices
The Marvell Alaska product family will be showcased at the NBASE-T Alliance booth (No. 936) at Interop Las Vegas, May 2-6, 2016 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas. For further information about Marvell's 88E2010/40 and the rest of the Marvell Alaska family of Ethernet transceivers, visit: http://www.marvell.com/transceivers/.
About Marvell
Marvell (NASDAQ: MRVL) is a global leader in providing complete silicon solutions. From storage to cloud infrastructure, Internet of Things (IoT), connectivity and multimedia, Marvell's diverse product portfolio aligns complete platform designs with industry-leading performance, security, reliability and efficiency. At the core of the world's most powerful consumer, network and enterprise systems, Marvell empowers partners and their customers to always stand at the forefront of innovation, performance and mass appeal. By providing people around the world with mobility and ease of access to services adding value to their social, personal and work lives, Marvell is committed to enhancing the human experience.
Marvell, the M logo, Alaska, and Virtual Cable Tester are registered trademarks of Marvell and/or its affiliates. Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others.
xG Technology Portfolio Company IMT Showcases microLite-Aerial HD Wireless Video Transmitter for Drones at NAB 2016 Show
System Allows Capture of Real-time, Long Range, High Quality Video in a Compact Form Factor for Broadcast Markets
SARASOTA, Fla., April 25, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Integrated Microwave Technologies (IMT), an xG Technology portfolio company and leader in advanced digital microwave systems serving the broadcast, sports, entertainment and law enforcement markets, showcased its state-of-the-art microLite-Aerial HD Wireless Video Transmitter for drones at the NAB 2016 Show last week in Las Vegas, NV. The NAB Show, which is produced by the National Association of Broadcasters, is the largest annual convention covering the digital media, filmed entertainment and content delivery industries.
The microLite-Aerial (MLT-Aerial), which is available for shipment now, is a superior miniature system of wireless video transmission links designed to capture real-time, high-quality video from drones/UAV/UGV units for display on ground applications. At the NAB Show, IMT highlighted one of the first planned integrations of the MLT-Aerial, with Aerobo's Micro Unmanned Aerial System, known as the Mini. Aerobo designs, builds and operates drones for clients in news, TV, sports, advertising, as well as cinema and inspection. The Mini is a lightweight drone designed to exceed the safety standards set forth in the Micro UAS category of the proposed new FAA regulations.
"We recognize the significant potential impact drones can have on Electronic News Gathering (ENG) operations due to the advantages they offer in cost, safety and convenience over traditional manned helicopter approaches," says John Payne IV, president of IMT. "As a result, the ENG drone market represents an exciting opportunity for IMT. The Aerobo Mini is a unique, state-of-the art piece of equipment that enables news operators to capture incredible views from above. We designed the MLT-Aerial Transmitter to limit size, weight and power consumption without sacrificing the microLite's quality our customers have become accustomed to. We also integrated a new antenna design customized specifically for use with micro drones. The MLT-Aerial's compact, impressive technology makes it a key component to micro drones, and it is the product of choice when broadcast quality, exceptional range and reliability are required."
According to a study by Teal Group, the UAV market is expected to represent the most dynamic growth sector of the world aerospace industry over the next decade. Some of the sectors considered to have the most promising applications for drones include military, law enforcement, and industrial, key sectors for both IMT and xG Technology.
George Schmitt, CEO and Board Chairman of xG Technology, said, "We are pleased that IMT is taking a leadership position in the market for video transmission technology for drones. As drone-based applications expand, the need for secure radios to control them will become a critical requirement. That need is filled by the reliable and resilient communications that the xMax platform delivers. We plan to work closely with IMT to integrate xMax capabilities into their advanced video offerings to enhance the value of their solutions."
About xG Technology, Inc.
Founded in 2002, xG Technology has developed communication technologies that make wireless networks more intelligent, accessible, affordable and reliable. The company's technology brand portfolio includes xMax and Integrated Microwave Technologies (IMT). xMax is a patented all-IP cognitive radio network system that enables secure, robust mobile broadband communications for private, consumer and government networks. xMax can solve the crisis facing the wireless industry caused by data-hungry devices and applications that are straining network capacity. It eliminates the need to acquire scarce and expensive licensed spectrum, thus lowering the total cost of ownership for wireless broadband access. xMax delivers always-available voice, video and data services and is interoperable with existing cellular and dedicated networks without being dependent on them. xMax incorporates advanced optimizing technologies that include spectrum sharing, interference mitigation, multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) and software defined radio (SDR). xMax is ideal for wide area, as well as rapid emergency communication deployment in unpredictable environments and during fluid situations. xG offers solutions for numerous industries worldwide, including emergency response and public safety, military, telemedicine, urban and rural wireless broadband, utilities, and critical infrastructure.
IMT is a leader in advanced digital microwave systems and a provider of engineering, integration, installation and commissioning services serving the Broadcast, Sports & Entertainment and MAG (Military, Aerospace & Government) markets. IMT's product lines include digital broadcast microwave video systems, compact microwave video equipment for licensed and license-free sports and entertainment applications, and mission-critical wireless video solutions designed for use by state, local and federal police departments. More information on IMT can be found at http://www.imt-solutions.com.
Based in Sarasota, Florida, xG has over 100 patents and pending patent applications. xG is a publicly traded company listed on the NASDAQ Capital Market (symbol: XGTI) For more information, please visit http://www.xgtechnology.com.
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BOULDER, Colo., April 25, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Boulder, Colo.-based Sleep Easily (sleepeasily.com) is offering a new gift idea for Mother's Day. It's the Gift of sleep!
Sleep Easily is an easy and effective medication-free method to help people resolve their sleep difficulties and let every mother get the rest they need.
The Sleep Easily Method consists of:
-- Online delivery system for the four Sleep Easily recordings
-- Introduction booklet
-- Summary cards that make it easy to use the method without the recordings
-- Pillow speaker that allows you to comfortably listen to the recordings
without earphones or disturbing your bedmate
-- SleepGuide book - 300 pages. A comprehensive sleep resource used in a
unique way (do not have to read cover-to-cover. Find topics in the index
that interest you)
Created by Dr. Richard Shane, sleep specialist at New West Physicians. Sleep Easily's goal is to help the 1-in-3 adults in the U.S. who suffer from insomnia. With this method, you don't have to initially quiet your mind, which usually ends in a struggle. Instead we teach the five physical triggers that effortlessly relax your body, mind and emotions into sleep.
"Sleep Easily saved my life. After being on Ambien for 15 years," said Becky Rucic, "I am now not taking anything at night and am getting some of the best sleep I have had in years. Thank you!"
In an independent study with Sleep Easily used by police, firefighters, commercial airline pilots and the general public, 81.6 percent of participants reported improved sleep.
The Sleep Easily Method is available on the company's website. It costs $69 with free shipping and 60-day guarantee.
Share this: Give the gift of sleep to mom this Mother's Day with The Sleep Easily Method #sleep #sleepaid #giftofsleep #happymothersday #sleeprevolution
About Sleep Easily
One in three people suffer from insomnia. Sleep Easily provides a medication-free sleep solution to help them sleep well and perform better during the day. The Sleep Easily method was developed by Richard Shane, Ph.D. For over 25 years, Dr. Shane has helped more than 2,000 insomnia patients sleep better. In an independent study with Sleep Easily used by police, firefighters, commercial airline pilots and the general public, 81.6 percent of participants reported improved sleep. Sleep Easily LLC is based in Boulder, Colorado. To learn more, visit http://sleepeasily.com
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Noser Engineering AG to Host Noser Technology Impulse Roadshow Series - Implementing Innovative Business Models with the Internet of Things (IoT)
WINTERTHUR, Switzerland, April 25, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --
Noser Engineering AG [https://www.noser.com ] the Swiss based global information
technology consultancy announced today the international Noser Technology Impulse Roadshow
series to demonstrate how companies can gain a competitive advantage in challenging
industrial environments by implementing innovative business models with the Internet of
Things (IoT).
Every day we read about the latest developments, and above all incredible sales estimates,
for products and services in the IoT sector. Who has not heard of smart homes,
self-organizing supply chains, autonomous drones and smart fitness trackers? And who has
not wondered how to implement IoT into their our own products and services? Implementing
innovative IoT solutions raises not only complex technical challenges but also strategic
questions.
"After the hype in 2015, decision-makers are now asking how implementing IoT solutions
adds value and how can we profit?" said Geri Moll, CEO Noser Engineering AG
[https://www.noser.com/uber-uns/management ]. "Strategic considerations and a structured
approach are essential. I am pleased that we can give the Swiss industrial work place new
impetus with our roadshows and help shape a successful future."
"Innovative IoT projects can be challenging, and are often set to fail from the start
without a structured approach," said Dr. Michael Eisenring, Business Unit Manager,
Embedded Systems, Noser Engineering [https://www.xing.com/profile/Michael_Eisenring2 ].
"Our 4-step approach
[https://www.noser.com/dienstleistungen/trendthemen/internet-of-things ] balances
investment and innovation and helps businesses innovate existing or extended product lines
and expand into new business areas with new services."
The Noser Technology Impulse Roadshows will feature a keynote presentation from Prof.
Dr. Michael Durst, ITONICS GmbH and practical recommendations to strategically implement
innovative business models with IoT.
The Noser Technology Impulse Roadshows will be held in:
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Lucerne, May 24th, 2016Â
Zurich Airport, May 25th, 2016Â
Munich, June 7th, 2016Â
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G2A.COM, the world's fastest growing digital gaming marketplace, invested over 25
million Euros over two years into research and development to establish new cutting edge
technologies as part of the G2A Ecosystem. During the Virtual Reality (VR), project
research on G2A Land, new design techniques became a first in the field of VR. The BBC
recently declared 2016 as the Year for Virtual Reality as more and more innovations peek
global interest in how VR can be used and applied to heighten experiences.
G2A Land features a thrilling roller coaster experience, shooting range, cinema and an
underwater world. The enjoyment is increased by viewing G2A Land while wearing the Oculus
Glasses for a 3D impact. G2A Land will soon be available as a free download. http://www.g2a.com
G2A CEO and Co-founder Bartosz Skwarczek said that it was a great honour to be amongst
winners of the Stevie Award. "G2A is humbled that our work and new projects are being seen
and appreciated and that the hard work of G2A teams is being noticed by international
judges."
Jacqueline Purcell, G2A Head of Global Public Relations said: "This year there were
more than 2100 Stevie entries that were submitted by organizations in 36 nations. We were
delighted to receive this award. It is an amazing success for G2A Land."
G2AÂ Global PR Representative, Katarzyna Szymczak-Skalska accepted the awards on behalf
of G2A's Virtual Reality Project Team, 450 hardworking G2A staff and all gamers around the
world. "Every day in every way G2A serve passionate gamers and these passionate
gamers taught us what they want for a great customer experience."
The Stevie Awards are the world's premier business awards. They were created in 2002
to honour and generate public recognition of the achievements and positive contributions
of organizations and working professionals worldwide. The Stevie Awards have become one
of the world's most coveted prizes. http://www.stevieawards.com
The G2A VR team are now developing new projects such as the Gotham VR application
which will soon be available around the world for fans of Virtual Reality.
Casio G-SHOCK Offers The Latest In Trends For Spring/Summer 2016
G-SHOCK Delivers Range of Timepieces Perfect for both Spring and Summer Style
DOVER, N.J., April 22, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Casio America, Inc. is proud to announce three new collections that offer diversity in shape, style and technology for your spring and summer wardrobes.
The first collection features the G-SHOCK Tricolor lineup for May 2016. Both the GA120TRM-7A and the GA120TR-7A offer the ultimate in toughness and maritime good looks. The GA120TRM-7A includes a basic white face, complemented with a blue and red band. The GA120TR-7A design showcases a white face with both red and blue bezels and buttons with a blue band keeper and red buckle
G-SHOCK's Tricolor series offers the latest in technology. Both models include Shock Resistance, 200M Water Resistance, Magnetic Resistance, Auto LED / Flash Alert, World Time (29 Time Zones / 48 Cities+UTC), 4 Daily Alarms & 1 Snooze Alarm, 1/1000(th) Sec. Stopwatch (100Hr) w/Speed Indicator (Max 1998 Unit / H), Countdown Timer (24 Hr), 12/24 Hr Formats, Mute Function and a case size of 51.2mm.
The second featured collection is the White and Blue Series for May 2016. The DW5600WB-7, GA110WB-7A, and AWGM100SWB-7A are all designed with a crisp, white color theme highlighted with light blue dials making them perfect for warm summer fashion. The DW5600WB-7 in this series features a new twist on the classic G-SHOCK. It features a white band with touches of classic light blue. It's the only digital watch of the collection making this timepiece just as functional as it is fashionable. The GA110WB-7A features an all white band and dial with light blue embossed logos. Lastly, the AWGM100SWB-7A features an all white band with light and dark blue accents on the face. This collection combines hues of light blue, dark blue and white making these color ways perfect for summer style.
The AWGM100SWB-7A comes equipped with Tough Solar Power, and Multiband 6 Atomic Timekeeping available in the US, UK, Germany, Japan and China. Some of the other features included in the timepieces include Shock Resistance, 200M Water Resistance, Magnetic Resistance, Backlight or LED Light, World Time, Daily Alarms, Stopwatch, Countdown Timer, 12/24 Hr Formats, and Mute Function.
The third featured collection is the Sporty Illumi Series. This three-piece series comes designed in a semi-gloss/gloss black and features accents of a luminous lime green coloration. The GA100LY-1A features an amazing Camouflage print dial while the GA110LY-1A comes equipped with a beaming ombre dial. Lastly, the GA400LY-1A comes fitted with a large rotary crown switch for intuitive operation.
Wrapped in G-SHOCK's absolute toughness, all three timepieces in the Sporty Illumi Series are Shock Resistant, 200M Water Resistant, Magnetic Resistant, and come equipped with an Auto LED / Flash Alert, World Time (29 Time Zones / 48 Cities+UTC), 4 Daily Alarms & 1 Snooze Alarm, Stopwatch , Countdown Timer , 12/24 Hr Formats, and Mute Functions.
The Casio G-SHOCK Tricolor Series will be available this May 2016. This series will retail the GA120TRM-7A at $130 USD and the GA120TR-7A at $120 USD.
The White and Blue Color Series will be available this May 2016. The DW5600WB-7 will retail for $99, the GA110WB-7A for $120 USD and the AWGM100SWB-7A for $150.
Lastly, the Sporty Illumi Series will be available in June 2016. The GA100LY-1A and GA110LY-1A will retail for $120 USD and the GA400LY-1A for $130 USD.
All product will be available at http://www.gshock.com, select department stores, fashion boutiques, key jewelers, and the G-SHOCK NYC Soho store.
About G-SHOCK
CASIO's shock-resistant G-SHOCK watch is synonymous with toughness, born from the developer Mr. Ibe's dream of 'creating a watch that never breaks'. Over 200 handmade samples were created and tested to destruction until finally in 1983 the first, now iconic G-SHOCK hit the streets of Japan and began to establish itself as 'the toughest watch of all time'. Each watch encompasses the 7 elements; electric shock resistance, gravity resistance, low temperature resistance, vibration resistance, water resistance, shock resistance and toughness. The watch is packed with Casio innovations and technologies to prevent it from suffering direct shock; this includes internal components protected with urethane and suspended timekeeping modules inside the watch structure. Since its launch, G-SHOCK has continued to evolve, continuing to support on Mr. Ibe's mantra "never, never give up". .For more information, visitwww.GSHOCK.com
About Casio America, Inc.
Casio America, Inc., Dover, N.J., is the U.S. subsidiary of Casio Computer Co., Ltd., Tokyo, Japan, one of the world's leading manufacturers of consumer electronics and business equipment solutions. Established in 1957, Casio America, Inc. markets calculators, keyboards, mobile presentation devices, disc title and label printers, watches, cash registers and other consumer electronic products. Casio has strived to realize its corporate creed of "creativity and contribution" through the introduction of innovative and imaginative products. For more information, visit http://www.casiousa.com.
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BEIJING, April 22, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- After receiving Google's direct investment, the rising Chinese AI company Mobvoi is dipping their toes into in-car infortainment. Mobvoi has just released its first Android app tailored to drivers - Wenwen In Car. In Chinese, Wenwen In Car means drive and ask. In line with Mobvoi's first voice search engine Chumenwenwen, this new Android app also leverages Mobvoi's AI technology.
Tailored To Drivers
Wenwen In Car is a new voice interaction app that allows drivers to free their hands by using their voice to perform most of the tasks. The Wenwen In Car interface gives drivers easy access to all the information drivers need: traffic updates, navigation, points of interest, and calling. The app can also be used to play music and request other information. Drives can easily trigger the voice search engine by saying "Nihao Wenwen."
It is important for drivers to keep their eyes on the road. In the past, drivers would pull their phone out of pocket and type their query; the philosophy for Wenwen In Car is to free their hands by making all information drivers need to be easily accessed by voice.
"Our voice controlled app makes driving while staying connected much safer," said Yili Lin, Mobvoi's product manager.
The app has a sleek user interface: four major large buttons on the right hand side and speech button on the left. It takes almost no time for drivers to learn how to use it and its voice search function. Other than a normal woman's voice, users can also choose different speakers such as a male or young girl.
Wenwen In Car is now available for download in all app stores.
The core technology of Wenwen In Car is Mobvoi's AI technology which includes speech recognition, TTS, proactive search, mobile search and semantic analysis. As a technology driven company, Mobvoi never stops seeking possible platforms to leverage Mobvoi's core technology. So far, users can experience Mobvoi's full set of technology by following Mobvoi public Wechat account Chumenwewen, or installing the Chumenwenwen App.
About Mobvoi
Mobvoi is a Chinese leading innovative AI company with in-house Chinese voice search technologies: speech recognition, natural language understanding, vertical search and proactive search. Mobvoi applied its AI technology in Mobvoi's products like Chumenwenwen app and Ticwatch, Mobvoi's first hardware/software integrated product. Besides Mobvoi's own products, in September 2015, Mobvoi formed strategic partnership with Google to provide voice search services for all Android Wear devices in China to replace Google's voice search services.
Stratasys Unveils World's Only Full Color Multi-material 3D Printer, The J750, In Hong Kong
One-stop realism to eliminate time-consuming processes, accelerating product concepting, design, decision-making, and delivery
HONG KONG, April 22, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Stratasys Asia Pacific, subsidiary of Stratasys Ltd. (NASDAQ: SSYS), the 3D printing and additive manufacturing solutions company, today unveiled the industry's first full-color multi-material 3D printer - the Stratasys J750 3D printer - in Hong Kong. The new 3D printer breaks restrictive technology barriers, enabling customers to mix-and-match full color gradients alongside an unprecedented range of materials to achieve one-stop realism without post-processing for the first time. This, together with the system's superior versatility, makes the J750 the ultimate 3D printing solution for product designers, engineers and manufacturers, as well as service bureaus.
One-Stop 3D Printed Realism Delivers True Product-matching Prototypes and Unprecedented Cost/Resource Efficiencies
The Stratasys J750, the premier addition to the Objet Connex multi-color, multi-material series of 3D Printers, allows customers to choose from more than 360,000 different color shades plus multiple material properties - ranging from rigid to flexible and opaque to transparent. Prototypes can include a vast array of colors, materials and material properties in the same part, speeding production of realistic models, prototypes and parts for virtually any application need - as well as delivering incomparable 3D printing versatility to produce tooling, molds, jigs and fixtures and more.
The J750 enables near instantaneous decision-making by streamlining the way products are designed, evaluated and brought to market. A true industry milestone, the productivity-boosting J750 is expected to improve TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) by eliminating many of the traditional complex processes, time and resources required. Designers and engineers can physically experience true product prototypes within hours of developing an initial concept for immediate design and function validation with internal stakeholders and end users. Design decisions can be made instantaneously and with full confidence to help accelerate product delivery.
Increased Productivity and Throughput with New PolyJet Studio and Six Material Capacity
The J750's one-stop realism is supported with a streamlined workflow beginning with the all new PolyJet Studio(TM). The software's new intuitive user interface allows users to simply choose materials, optimize the build and manage print queues. Assignment of colors, transparencies and rigidity is eased via familiar design controls. Color textures can be loaded fully intact via VRML files imported from CAD tools.
The Stratasys J750 also minimizes downtime associated with material changeovers. Featuring a large, six-material capacity, it keeps the most used resins loaded and ready for printing. Newly designed, state-of-the-art print heads means simulated production plastics, like Digital ABS(TM), can be 3D printed in half the time of other Stratasys PolyJet systems. As 3D printed models are delivered with full colors, color textures and multiple materials, no time is wasted on painting and assembly.
"In addition to rigid 3D models and surgical guides, the Stratasys J750 takes one step further to help us create replica of a patient's body part with the exact shape, nuanced color and texture - be it nerves, bones, muscle or blood vessels - enabling surgeons and medical practitioners to visualize a patient's condition in detail and proceed through operations with confidence, subsequently improving surgery outcome and reducing complications," commented Dr. James Chow, specialist in Dental Implant and Maxillofacial Surgery.
"As the trusted leader in the industry, Stratasys is committed to keep pushing the boundaries of 3D printing and we are proud to set another industry milestone," said Omer Krieger, General Manager of Stratasys AP. "We believe that the J750 is the multi-purpose system with a streamlined workflow that customers can rely on throughout their product development cycle as it allows businesses to remove the complex post-process procedures such as painting and assembly in the prototyping process, while achieving higher product realism through its full-color, multi-material 3D printing capability, as well as use the system for tooling, jigs and fixtures."
Among the many organizations and businesses that can benefit from the J750 are consumer product companies, service bureaus, design firms, education, universities and research institutions, medical device companies, hospitals, medical schools, and special effects and animation companies.
The Stratasys J750 is available immediately. Delivery times may vary according to region. Contact Stratasys to get a quote.
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For more than 25 years, Stratasys Ltd. (NASDAQ:SSYS) has been a defining force and dominant player in 3D printing and additive manufacturing - shaping the way things are made. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota and Rehovot, Israel, the company empowers customers across a broad range of vertical markets by enabling new paradigms for design and manufacturing. The company's solutions provide customers with unmatched design freedom and manufacturing flexibility - reducing time-to-market and lowering development costs, while improving designs and communications.
Stratasys subsidiaries include MakerBot and Solidscape, and the Stratasys ecosystem includes 3D printers for prototyping and production; a wide range of 3D printing materials; parts on-demand via Stratasys Direct Manufacturing; strategic consulting and professional services; and the Thingiverse and GrabCAD communities with over 2 million 3D printable files for free designs. With more than 2,700 employees and 800 granted or pending additive manufacturing patents, Stratasys has received more than 30 technology and leadership awards. Visit us online at: http://www.stratasys.com or http://blog.stratasys.com/, and follow us on LinkedIn.
Stratasys and Connex are registered trademarks of Stratasys Ltd. and/or its subsidiaries or affiliates. Stratasys J750 is a trademark of Stratasys Ltd. and/or its subsidiaries or affiliates.
Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
The statements in this press release relating to Stratasys' beliefs regarding the benefits consumers will experience from the J750, and the impact of the J750 on the supply chain and on the 3D printing industry, are forward-looking statements reflecting management's current expectations and beliefs. These forward-looking statements are based on current information that is, by its nature, subject to rapid and even abrupt change. Due to risks and uncertainties associated with Stratasys' business, actual results could differ materially from those projected or implied by these forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: the risk that consumers will not perceive the benefits of the J750 to be the same as Stratasys does; and other risk factors set forth under the caption "Risk Factors" in Stratasys' most recent Annual Report on Form 20-F, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on March 21, 2016. Stratasys is under no obligation (and expressly disclaims any obligation) to update or alter its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as otherwise required by the rules and regulations of the SEC.
HONG KONG and MACAU, April 22, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Italian data center equipment vendor Riello UPS has launched its most advanced power supply in Asia through its distributor.
The Multi Power UPS is a modular, three-phase, double conversion uninterruptible power supply system capable of supporting power densities of up to 400kW per square meter - making it suitable for latest high-density servers. The new product offers the maximum in availability, scalability, reliability and serviceability whilst also providing high efficiency and low cost of ownership.
"The modern data center not only has to ensure constant availability but also has to meet a number of other driving factors such as carbon reduction and profitability targets. At Riello, we took this on board and set a mission to develop an outstanding modular solution which is perfect for meeting the power demands of the modern data center," said Leo Craig, general manager of Riello UPS Ltd.
Power-UPS
Space within a data center is a key consideration and the exceptional power density of 400kW/m2 makes the Multi Power a leader in its field. Each Multi Power module can independently support loads of up to 42kW. Up to 28 hot-swappable modules can be used in a single Multi Power UPS system for a combined load reaching impressive 1176kW.
It also maintains up to 96.5 percent efficiency in online mode of operation, even at loads as low as 20 percent. It features a color touch-enabled display on the front of the rack, which offers instant visibility into the health of UPS modules and batteries. Control of the system is de-centralized - so if the screen fails, the UPS will continue operating as normal.
The vendor adds that modular approach makes advanced N+2 redundancy more affordable.
"We've designed certain power components ourselves to ensure the very best operational reliability of the product which will protect the most critical IT load and any mission critical applications," Craig explained.
"The Multi Power is one of our most advanced products and we're confident it can be placed at the top of the class as one of the most innovative and resilient modular power solutions available on the market today."
QNAP Launches 4-bay TBS-453A M.2 SSD NASbook: the World's First M.2 SSD NAS With Built-in Hardware-based Network Switch
TAIPEI, Taiwan, April 22, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --
QNAP(R) Systems, Inc. released the world's first M.2 SSD-based NAS - the TBS-453A
NASbook. Featuring a quad-core Intel(R) processor and using M.2 SSDs for storage, the
TBS-453A not only provides full NAS functionalities with RAID protection in an
ultra-compact size, but can also act as a physical network switch and share network access
with multiple users. With its compact, near-silent design, dual HDMI output and 4K display,
the TBS-453A NASbook can fit in anywhere to boost the productivity and connectivity of
small offices.
"M.2 SSDs are now used in thin-and-light laptops and small-form-factor PCs. Remarkably
small in size, they deliver high performance with zero noise and are expected to become
more affordable as they become more popular," said Jason Hsu, Product Manager of QNAP,
adding "In light of M.2 SSD's benefits, we are proud to present the industry-first
TBS-453A M.2 SSD NASbook to provide users with a portable yet versatile NAS."
The TBS-453A is powered by a 14nm Intel(R) Celeron(R) N3150 quad-core 1.6GHz processor
(that can automatically burst up to 2.08GHz for CPU-intensive tasks) and dual-channel
4GB/8GB DDR3L RAM. The TBS-453A features 2 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 3 Gigabit switch
ports that supports network switch and private network modes. These modes allow users to
easily build flexible network environments to enhance workgroup collaboration by allowing
connected devices to access files stored on the TBS-453A or to share internet
connectivity. It delivers up to 112MB/s throughput per LAN port while being incredibly
energy efficient and supports AES-NI hardware-accelerated encryption to drive AES 256-bit
encrypted transfer speeds of up to 109MB/s throughput per LAN port.
The TBS-453A is supplied with a compact AC adapter and supports a wide range 10V~20V
DC input to meet various power sources. The RAM and SSDs are easily accessible for
installation and upgrading. The TBS-453A's storage is expandable by connecting an 8-bay
UX-800P or 5-bay UX-500P expansion enclosure.
The TBS-453A is also geared for rich multimedia applications. Users can connect it to
a TV or A/V receiver to enjoy 4K multimedia content. With its two 3.5 mm microphone jacks,
a Line out port, a built-in speaker, and the OceanKTV app, the TBS-453A can also be
transformed into an affordable karaoke machine or for use with diverse audio applications.
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The TBS-453A comes with various applications to meet business needs and to improve
productivity. By connecting a keyboard, mouse and HDMI display, Linux Station allows the
NAS to be used as a Linux(R) workstation to empower open-source software development and
to allow users to run Linux apps. Qsirch lets users find NAS data amazingly quickly with
its powerful near real-time full-text search engine. QTS Storage Manager provides a
web-based snapshot tool for efficient data recovery, allowing up to 1,024 snapshots for
volumes and LUNs in a NAS. The TBS-453A further offers a hybrid approach to virtualisation
applications. Virtualisation Station allows users to run multiple Windows(R), Linux, UNIX
(R) and Android(TM) based virtual machines on the NAS with a HDMI monitor and USB
keyboard/mouse support (via QvPC Technology), and Container Station integrates both LXC
and Docker(R) virtualisation technologies.
Key specifications of the TBS-453A:Â
- TBS-453A-4G: shipped without M.2 SSDs
- TBS-453A-4G-480GB: shipped with 2 x 240GB M.2 SSDs
- TBS-453A-4G-960GB: shipped with 4 x 240GB M.2 SSDs
- TBS-453A-8G: shipped without M.2 SSDs
- TBS-453A-8G-480GB: shipped with 2 x 240GB M.2 SSDs
- TBS-453A-8G-960GB: shipped with 4 x 240GB M.2 SSDs
Quad-core Intel(R) Celeron(R) N3150 1.6GHz processor (burst up to 2.08GHz),
dual-channel 4GB/8GB DDR3L-1600 SODIMM RAM (max. 8GB); 4x M.2 2280/2260/2242 SATA 6Gb/s
SSDs; 2x Gigabit RJ45 Ethernet ports + 3x Gigabit RJ45 Ethernet switch ports; 2x
4K-compatible HDMI ports; 4x USB 3.0 ports, 1x USB 2.0 port; 2x 3.5mm microphone jacks
(dynamic microphones only); 1x Line Out audio jack and 1x built-in speaker; 1x SD card
reader
QNAP Systems, Inc., as its brand promise "Quality Network Appliance Provider", aims to
deliver comprehensive offerings of cutting edge network attached storage (NAS) and network
video recorder (NVR) solutions featured with ease-of-use, robust operation, large storage
capacity and trustworthy reliability. QNAP integrates technologies and designs to bring
forth quality products that effectively improve business efficiency on file sharing,
virtualisation applications, storage management and surveillance in the business
environments, as well as enrich entertainment life for home users with the offering of a
fun multimedia centre experience. Headquartered in Taipei, QNAP delivers its solutions to
the global market with nonstop innovation and passion.
Leading the World of Styrenics: Ineos Styrolution to Showcase the Latest in Styrenic Innovations at Chinaplas 2016
-The global leader in styrenics will feature innovative applications from a range of industries, including automotive, healthcare, construction, electronics, household and packaging
-INEOS Styrolution's and its styrenics experts will be available at Chinaplas 2016, Hall N3, Booth F41
SHANGHAI, April 22, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- INEOS Styrolution, the global leader in styrenics, will offer an in-depth look into its innovative product portfolio and collaborative partnerships at Chinaplas 2016, the premiere international trade fair for plastics and rubber in Shanghai, China, April 25-28. Located at Hall N3, Booth F41, visitors will be able to experience firsthand how INEOS Styrolution helps customers across various industries, such as automotive, electronics, household, construction, healthcare and packaging to succeed through collaborative innovation.
"We're excited to have a presence at Chinaplas once again, with much to share in the way of new product innovations," said Steve Harrington, President Asia Pacific, INEOS Styrolution. "We look forward to engaging our customers at the show and demonstrating how our best-in-class products can help them gain a competitive edge in the marketplace."
Key points:
-- Built-in value to the construction sector: INEOS Styrolution will
highlight its Luran(®) grades aimed at enhancing the performance of
construction applications: Luran HH-120 Q530: a powdered alpha methyl
styrene acrylonitrile (AMSAN) grade offering improved heat deflection
temperature in PVC compounds; Luran S 757 G: an acrylonitrile styrene
acrylate (ASA) grade with excellent flowability and easy processability,
making it easy for thinner wall parts injection; Luran S 757 RE: an
excellent replacement material for PVC with good weather ability, heat
resistance and chemical resistance properties that are helpful for
indoor and outdoor decoration; Luran S 777 K: a well-balanced ASA with
good flowability and easy processability helping extruded sheet
manufacturers to produce wider roofing.
-- Versatile polymer solutions for the healthcare segment: INEOS
Styrolution will showcase IV tubes made of styrene-butadiene block
copolymer resins (SBC/S-TPE) like Styrolux(®) and Styroflex(®). These
grades feature the right material properties for flexible applications
like IV tubing, multi-lumen, and coextruded tubings. Their
processability and high flowability as well as the excellent
transparency make them a suitable material solution. In addition, a
newly developed SBC grade intended for drip chambers will also be
featured. This innovative material solution offers an outstanding
bonding performance and excellent processability with highest quality
standards. The excellent flow properties allow customers to use more
cavities for injection molding and reduce cycle times.
-- Offering high aesthetic appeal and quality for the automotive industry:
As a leading styrenic material solution provider, INEOS Styrolution will
feature its Luran S 778T SPF30, which offers intrinsic properties, such
as superior ultra-violet (UV) stability, dimensional strength, and
impact and moisture resistance, offering automotive customers
flexibility of design and premium aesthetic value. This Luran S grade
offers a stable surface for precision foil application and adhesion.
Unlike chrome plating, the use of hot stamp foil eliminates the need to
mask the entire front grill. Without this surface property, it would
have been impossible to precision apply the foil to achieve the desired
diamond-like appearance.
-- Providing distinctive visual packaging options: INEOS Styrolution will
illustrate its latest grades which combine the best attributes of clear
plastic to produce a distinctive visual package: Styrolux: a
styrene-butadiene block copolymer (SBC) grade offering excellent
shrinkage rates, high clarity, print quality and better cost savings;
NAS(®) 30 and Luran SAN W: premium choice for rigid applications with
good chemical resistance, sparkling clarity, high stiffness, superior
processability and compliant with FDA and EU food contact regulations.
-- Styrenic enhancements for the electronics industry: Powering innovation
in electronics, INEOS Styrolution will show outdoor communication device
made of Luran S (ASA) and innovative LED applications utilizing NAS 30
(SMMA). Both materials provide significant value to this industry due to
their excellent appearance and performance characteristics.
-- The home of the future: INEOS Styrolution materials combine durability
with aesthetically pleasing appearance for many household items.
Supporting innovation in the household industry, INEOS Styrolution will
showcase appliances suitable for food contact made of NAS, Zylar(®),
Clearblend(®), Luran SAN C and Luran 386R, as well as fridge liners
produced with Novodur(®) 595CP.
In addition, INEOS Styrolution executives will be on hand to discuss future business strategies, key industry trends and the outlook of the styrenics market.
About INEOS Styrolution
INEOS Styrolution is the leading, global styrenics supplier with a focus on styrene monomer, polystyrene, ABS Standard and styrenic specialties. With world-class production facilities and more than 85 years of experience, INEOS Styrolution helps its customers succeed by offering the best possible solution, designed to give them a competitive edge in their markets. The company provides styrenic applications for many everyday products across a broad range of industries, including automotive, electronics, household, construction, healthcare, toys/sports/leisure, and packaging. In 2015, sales were at 5 billion euros. INEOS Styrolution employs approximately 3,100 people and operates 15 production sites in nine countries.
HCMS Group Introduces Waste-Reducing Healthcare Reform Solution
CHEYENNE, Wyo., April 21, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- HCMS Group has introduced a new healthcare reform solution for employers and healthcare providers that is designed to address one of the biggest contributors to soaring medical costs: over-treatment by the health industry and risky over-consumption by patients.
Part of the problem with healthcare waste - over-treatment and over-utilization - is that it's a $1 trillion elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about. It's a touchy subject, because who's to say what waste is when we're talking about someone's health?
HCMS health analytics help answer that question. Focusing on waste is the best way to lower cost while improving health, as 30% of the nation's $3.2 trillion in annual healthcare spending is wasted on over-consumption and over-treatment, with dangerous narcotic medications topping the list. Waste accounts for 30% to 40% of healthcare costs for many employers, based on HCMS research.
"Most healthcare providers know they over-treat people," said Dr. Hank Gardner, CEO of HCMS Group, a health information services company based in Cheyenne. "They do it because that's what patients expect - lots of tests and procedures and prescriptions - and the providers have to worry about customer satisfaction scores."
Healthcare waste threatens business profitability and puts patients at risk, Dr. Gardner said. The HCMS healthcare reform solution targeting healthcare waste and has been proven effective in bending the healthcare cost curve, with reductions of 10% to 15%.
The 5|50 Solution, HCMS's solution for healthcare reform, is built on a robust integrated data warehouse assembled for each employer. HCMS provides patent-pending predictive health analytics as an early alert system, health plan overhaul and high-touch clinical prevention focusing on the 5% of the population who account for more than half of medical costs.
Over the past five years, HCMS clients have recorded healthcare cost increases less than half as much as those of other companies in the same industries. HCMS is marketing its healthcare reform solution, and the centerpiece of the campaign is a "Know Your Numbers" explanation of healthcare waste:
-- 5 - The percentage of people who account for more than half of medical
spending.
-- 50 - The percentage of healthcare cost that comes from business policy
design incentives rather than from disease.
-- 30 - The percentage of spending that is waste and can be reduced while
improving health.
SOURCE HCMS Group
HCMS Group
CONTACT: Bob Simison, HCMS Communications, bob_simison@hcmsgroup.com, (307) 638-0015
New To US, Platform Allows Fixed-Odds, Pari-Mutuel Wagering; Launch To Coincide With Monmouth Park Summer Meet
OCEANPORT, N.J., April 21, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Exchange wagering, a fixed-odds, peer-to-peer form of pari-mutuel betting popular in other parts of the world, will be offered to residents of New Jersey on horse racing beginning May 10th, Betfair US, the operator of the world's most popular exchange wagering platform, and Darby Development, the operator of Monmouth Park, announced today.
Unlike traditional "tote" wagering, where the odds fluctuate, are not determined until the start of each race and are the same for each customer, exchange wagering utilizes cutting-edge technology to allow players to take fixed odds by proposing or matching anonymous trades with each other via the exchange platform. It also allows bettors to ask for better odds than those available in the market at that time, to continue to wager during the running of a race and to "Cash Out" before a race is complete to ensure a profit or mitigate a potential loss.
Exchange wagering is very popular in other countries, including in the UK, where Betfair pioneered the exchange 15 years ago. Betfair now processes on average more than three million transactions each day.
"We are excited to be launching exchange wagering in New Jersey with our local horseracing stakeholders," said Kip Levin, CEO of Betfair US. "Our experience in the UK and other markets has proven that exchange wagering is an attractive prospect for consumers and that it can bring new customers, increased engagement and new revenue to horse racing."
"We need to embrace technology for horse racing to attract new participants, new customers and new revenue streams and we are confident that exchange wagering can help us do that," said Dennis Drazin, the president of Darby Development, which manages Monmouth Park Racetrack. "We think this can be a net positive for our industry and that it can complement traditional wagering."
According to Betfair's consumer research, exchange customers are generally much younger and more tech-savvy than the demographic profile of horse racing fans in the US.
Exchange wagering was first authorized for the state's residents by the New Jersey Legislature in 2011. Betfair was licensed by the state to conduct exchange wagering in November of 2015 as a service provider to the NJSEA (New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority) and Darby Development, the exchange wagering manager.
Betfair, which owns the Los Angeles-based horse racing television network and advance deposit wagering platform TVG, also operates 4NJ-BETS and Betfair Casino in New Jersey.
Monmouth Park, which begins its popular summer racing season on May 14, will highlight the tracks offered to players on the exchange.
Betfair launched a closed beta version of its platform available to its 4NJ-BETS customers on April 18 2016.
Betfair has developed a simulator for U.S. audiences to experience the exchange and that can be viewed at http://us.betfair.com/hr-simulator.
About Betfair:
As part of the FTSE100 listed Paddy Power Betfair group, Betfair is one of the world's largest international online betting and gaming providers and pioneered the betting exchange in 2000. Driven by cutting-edge technology, Betfair's exchange enables customers to bet at odds sought by themselves or offered by other customers. In the US, the company owns nationwide horse racing television network and advanced-deposit wagering platform TVG. In New Jersey, runs 4NJBets.com in partnership with Monmouth and the Meadowlands and owns the online Betfair Casino in partnership with Golden Nugget.
CONTACT:
Jessica Paquette, jpaquette@ctpboston.com or (978) 606-6059
John Heims, jheims@monmouthpark.com
Casio Showcases Two New Collections For Spring Adventures
DOVER, N.J., April 21, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- This spring, Casio America, Inc. introduces timepieces for men and women that are seamlessly crafted in both style and functionality. From early morning cycle class to making tee time with friends, these dynamic, fashion-forward timepieces are essential as the weather warms.
"We know our consumers seek accessories that will keep up with their lifestyles," said Dave Johnson, Vice President of Casio's Timepiece Division. "Our 2016 Spring timepieces do just that by allowing active consumers to infuse style and technology into their wardrobe, no matter the activity."
Casio's spring timepiece introductions include two standout collections for stylish men and women on-the-go, including:
TEEN SPIRIT
The new BABY-GBGA185 series is perfect for the young fashionista who enjoys springtime exploration. The sporty style watch comes in enchanting colors for the teen on the go; robin's egg, salmon, lime green and spring white. Featuring five daily alarms, a countdown timer, shock and 100M water resistance as well as a direct start button to the stopwatch, these timepieces are perfect for running any young girl's color run, neon run, a 5K or a simple walk in the park. The band keeper features a reflective cloth making it the perfect timepiece for a late run, swim or hike.
YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR
Known for combining style and technology, Casio's new EDIFICEEQB-500 features a dynamic 3D watch dial, solid stainless steel band and a polished silver finish. In addition to automatically adjusting for Daylight Saving Time, Casio's Mobile Link Technology allows the EQB-500 and other Bluetooth(®) enabled EDIFICE Timepieces to connect to a smartphone with just a push of a button. By simply downloading the CASIO WATCH+ app and connecting to a compatible smartphone via Bluetooth(®) SMART, the watch can access the correct time in its current location and for over 300 cities worldwide. Users also have the capability to swap their specified home time and world time with the press of a button, as well as update alarms and other time settings. All of the above functionality is powered by a self-charging Tough Solar power system. Connected devices, automatic time adjustments, accuracy and fashionability enable young entrepreneurs to focus on building their empires and taking the world by storm all while looking good doing it.
For additional information on Casio's full portfolio of timepieces, please visit http://www.Casio.com.
About BABY-G
Casio's female timepiece brand, BABY-G, was created as a counterpart to its "big brother" G-SHOCK in 1994. The brand exemplifies the meeting of fashion and function for the vibrant, active woman with watches that are stylish, bold, tough and chic. Equipped with the same great functionality that G-SHOCK is known for, BABY-G timepieces are shock and water resistant with multiple daily alarms and stopwatch functions. The brand has partnered with some of the hottest names in music, fashion and pop culture on standout watch collaborations including Ke$ha, Rebecca Minkoff, Joyrich and Married To The Mob. For additional information on Casio's BABY-G line of timepieces, please visit http://www.baby-g.com.
About EDIFICE
Casio's EDIFICE collection reflects a distinct sense of style by providing men with features that are ideal for professional and weekend lifestyles. The collection speaks to upwardly, mobile men whose goals lie anywhere from the boardroom to the ballpark. With a variety of aristocratic, sleek styles, Casio's EDIFICE timepieces possess features including multi-layered dials, world time, daily alarms and more. Made with strong, comfortable band materials of resin and stainless steel, each style exudes an attractive, sophisticated look. For additional information on Casio's EDIFICE line of timepieces, please visit http://www.EDIFICE.Casio.com.
About Casio America, Inc.
Casio America, Inc., Dover, N.J., is the U.S. subsidiary of Casio Computer Co., Ltd., Tokyo, Japan, one of the world's leading manufacturers of consumer electronics and business equipments solutions, established in 1957. Casio America, Inc. markets calculators, keyboards, digital cameras, mobile presentation devices, disc title and label printers, watches, cash registers and other consumer electronic products. Casio has strived to realize its corporate creed of "creativity and contribution" through the introduction of innovative and imaginative products. For more information visit our website at http://www.casio.com
First Router in EXO Series Offers Extreme Home Coverage at an Affordable Price
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 21, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- D-Link today announced the immediate availability of the first router in its EXO Series, the AC1900 EXO Wi-Fi Router (DIR-879). The AC1900 EXO Wi-Fi Router boasts a stylish form-factor, standout color and impressive feature set. With built-in high power amplifiers and 11AC Dual Band Wi-Fi, the DIR-879 delivers fast wireless speeds, improved coverage, and reliable Wi-Fi connectivity to support HD streaming and other demanding applications, all for under $150.
"With the new AC1900 EXO Wi-Fi Router, users can enjoy the extremely fast speeds of 11AC Wi-Fi and proudly display their network hardware," said Steven Olen, director of product marketing at D-Link. "The EXO series was built for Wi-Fi users who want great performance, premium-design and style at an incredibly affordable price."
Smart Connect technology automatically assigns wireless clients to the specific wireless band that provides the optimum bandwidth. The advanced QoS engine, with a drag-and-drop UI, provides an easy way to prioritize applications and devices. In addition, the router features four Gigabit LAN Ethernet ports with WPA or WPA2 security and Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) to ensure network integrity and ease-of-setup while still guaranteeing high-speed wired connectivity.
More about the AC1900 EXO Wi-Fi Router:
Additional features and capabilities of the AC1900 Wi-Fi Router (DIR-879) include:
-- 11AC Wi-Fi Dual Band Connectivity(1) - Speeds up to 1300Mbps on the 5GHz
band and 600Mbps on the 2.4GHz band
-- High Power Amplifiers - Provide wider coverage throughout your home
-- Smart Connect - Automatically assigns connected devices to the best
possible band for optimal Wi-Fi performance
-- Intelligent QoS - Traffic optimization delivers seamless performance for
your applications
-- Wi-Fi Protected Setup - Push button to easily connect devices to the
wireless network
-- Backwards Compatible - Works with existing Wi-Fi devices (802.11n/g)
-- Wireless Encryption - Uses WPA or WPA2 security
-- Easy Setup - Get online in minutes with the Quick Router Setup (QRS)
mobile app
Availability and Pricing
The AC1900 EXO Wi-Fi Router (DIR-879) is available now for $149.99 throughout D-Link's vast network of retail and e-tail outlets. Detailed specifications are available online at D-Link's website.
About D-Link
D-Link is the global leader in connectivity for home, small business, mid- to large-sized enterprise environments, and service providers. An award-winning designer, developer, and manufacturer, D-Link implements and supports unified network solutions that integrate capabilities in switching, wireless, broadband, storage, IP Surveillance, and cloud-based network management. For more information visit us.dlink.com, or connect with D-Link on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/dlink) and Twitter (http://www.twitter.com/dlink) and the D-Link Blog (blog.dlink.com).
(1) Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE 802.11ac specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Environmental factors may adversely affect wireless signal range.
- 1.5X more accurate: Volumetric accuracy of 0.064 mm (0.0025 in.) regardless of
environment instabilities Â
- Fastest 3D scanner on the market: Features the highest measurement rate among all
laser scanners with 480,000 measurements/second-12 times faster than the previous
generation Â
- New light, sturdy design for shop-floor hardware reliability: Offers enhanced user
experience as well as profitable time and cost benefits for operators Â
- Available in 350 and 750 models-and both in Standard and Elite version: Users can
choose the speed and accuracy matching their requirements Â
Thanks to TRUaccuracy, the MetraSCAN 3D's optical-based data acquisition process
provides measurement accuracy for small to large parts and assemblies that are insensitive
to the instabilities of the environment. Efficient on black, multicolored and shiny
surfaces, the system helps manufacturers to quickly address potential quality control
issues at any stage of the production cycle, regardless of part complexity and material.
"Finding a versatile and portable measurement solution that maintains the same level
of performance in busy manufacturing environments can be a tough challenge for quality
control managers and production operators," explains Marco St-Pierre, Vice President,
Innovation and Technologies. "With a strong focus on our customers' application needs, our
goal is to make our optical CMM 3D scanner the new face of shop-floor quality control."
Creaform's quality control solutions will be showcased at CONTROL 2016
[http://www.control-messe.de/en/control ], Germany, in hall 5, stand 5108, April 26-29.
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standards, MetraSCAN 3D from Creaform offers the best possible combination of accuracy,
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frog Unveils Yibu: A Learning Platform for Children that Transforms Screen Time into a Meaningful and Physically Active Experience
SHANGHAI, April 21, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- The global design and strategy firm, frog, has developed Yibu to enable children to learn about the world around them and feel empowered to positively influence it. The platform includes five crafted wooden toys embedded with sensing technology, connected to a character experiencing environmental challenges on-screen.
Yibu is designed as a modular system that could support a variety of different games that connect to the sensing toys. The sensing toys gather real-time environmental data and, together with location-based data, influence the digital game. By moving around and placing the toys in different situations, the child discovers how temperature, sound, light, direction and wind influence the digital character.
Simone Rebaudengo, Senior Interaction Designer, frog Shanghai said: "There are many solutions in the market today that use sensing technology to help us measure, and control our lives. As designers, we have an opportunity to transform the use of sensing technology and empower kids to safely explore the world using a new set of tools."
Yibu solves an increasingly common challenge for parents and children around the world: keeping kids active and healthy. In the United States, according to a nationwide survey conducted by Common Sense Media, 72 percent of children 8 or younger used a mobile device in 2013, for example, compared with 38 percent in 2011. Kids are spending more time indoors and alone with their digital screens than ever before, often at the expense of physical activity.
Yibu was created in the frog Shanghai studio as part of frogLabs(TM) - a platform dedicated to encourage frog employees to experiment, research and prototype with emerging technologies, guided by user-centered design principles as well as market realities. Independent from client engagement, a multi-disciplinary team of Design Technologists, Interaction, Visual, and Industrial designers, experimented with multiple sensor interactions, character development, and generative storytelling to bring Yibu to life.
frog seeks to inspire organizations and investors in the toy retailing, smart toy, gaming and education markets to make kids' screen time a more meaningful and physically active experience.
ABOUT FROG
frog is a global design and strategy firm. We transform businesses at scale by creating systems of brand, product and service that deliver a distinctly better experience. We strive to touch hearts and move markets. Our passion is to transform ideas into realities. We partner with clients to anticipate the future, evolve organizations and advance the human experience.
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Easy-Install Beacons Will Slash Deployment Costs for Proximity Marketing
NASHVILLE, Tenn., April 20, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Internet of Things company BKON Connect Inc., with its PHY.net context management platform, plans to further simplify Physical Web beacon deployment by allowing the beacons to essentially install themselves. This innovation eliminates the need for trained installers or even a configuration app, making enterprise-scale proximity marketing deployments simpler and more cost-effective than ever.
This Easy-Install feature leverages the Physical Web's use of standard Web technology and PHY.net's power to remotely control beacon URLs. New research by Forrester shows that current beacon deployment and management methods with the iBeacon protocol can cost $300 per year, per beacon. The complex problems associated with these deployments are solved by having each new beacon broadcast a configuration web address, thereby bringing proximity marketing within reach.
For example, retailers can add proximity marketing channels by presetting any necessary tracking variables with PHY.net - variables like "store number," "department" and "product ID" - along with content destination. Once the beacon is powered on, it broadcasts a setup URL. When selected, in-store personnel can fill-in those variables on-the-spot. Once saved, the beacon automatically begins broadcasting the desired content. From then on, account owners can remotely manage, edit and schedule content for that beacon with PHY.net.
A beacon in Easy-Install mode will be visible to any Physical Web browser, including Google Chrome or BKON Browser. This feature builds upon PHY.net's use of preconfigured beacons and URL control and has an anticipated release in time for summer deployments.
PHY.net and the Physical Web resolve two common complaints with beacons, which have been dominated for the past two years by Apple's iBeacon(TM) protocol:
-- Deployment Time: Highly technical deployment experts were needed to
travel and map an environment for iBeacon setup. Now, on-site authorized
users with novice Internet experience can deploy beacons, reducing
deployment time and dramatically lowering installation costs.
-- Ongoing Management Cost: Because change is expected, a Physical Web
beacon network is far less expensive to maintain and manage. While
iBeacon deployments often require expensive re-calibration whenever the
install area changes, adding Physical Web beacons enhances user
experiences with more content.
About BKON and PHY.net
BKON(®) Connect, Inc., (https://bkon.com) is an Internet of Things (IoT) company that provides beacon hardware and the PHY.net Physical Web Platform that allows intelligent, remote control of context and content.
Waves Audio's Nx Technology with Intel® RealSense(TM) SR300 Camera Provides Consumers and Professionals with 360-Degree Audio Experiences
KNOXVILLE, Tenn., April 20, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Waves, the preeminent provider of intelligent audio in consumer electronics and leading developer of DSP for the professional audio market sector, announces Waves Nx. Waves' proprietary Nx software technology runs on PCs, laptops and other devices and lets users hear the same natural depth, natural reflections, and panoramic imaging heard from speakers in a physical room, but on headphones. PCs equipped with Waves Nx software and an Intel RealSense integrated or peripheral SR300 camera can enable real-time playback of true immersive, 360-degree sound experience over headphones that naturally adapts to head positions. Waves Nx and Intel RealSense technologies provide developers, creators and consumers with the next generation of immersive audio experiences.
As the recipient of a Technical GRAMMY(®) Award and the top Audio DSP technologies developer, for more than two decades, Waves Audio has pioneered the development of psychoacoustic signal processing algorithms that leverage knowledge on the human perception of hearing to radically improve perceived sound quality.
The perception of spatial sound is a complex phenomenon. It combines the interactions between acoustic sound waves and a room or space, the interaction of the physical movement of our head and ears, the reaction of our middle and inner ear and the audio nerve, and finally our brain's cognition and interpretation of the acoustic landscape.
The perception of sound over headphones is a completely different experience. Waves Nx tracks the user's head position using the Intel RealSense SR300 Camera, positioning the sound in the user's headphones to match the way we hear in the real world. Waves Nx tracks the actual movements of the user's head, to render the slight nuances that create a real, dynamic and variable sensory experience - appropriately positioning the audio in the left and right headphones to simulate movement through the audio space.
The Intel RealSense SR300 Camera captures the world in 3D with an array of sensors - a 1080p HD camera, an infrared camera and an infrared laser projector, and enables many unique user experiences to work and play with computing devices, and is now extending to new headphone audio experiences with Waves Nx technology. The Intel RealSense camera brings significant value propositions to the Waves Nx experience, beyond providing head tracking information. The 60 frames per second (fps) output with integrated depth processing provides smoother audio adaptation with more frequent head position updates and reduced latency that is critical for applications like gaming and AR/VR audio. The infrared camera enables robust performance in low-light conditions that is very challenging or not possible with other cameras. The tight integration between Waves Nx technology and the Intel RealSense SR300 Camera enables unique headphone audio experiences.
Waves Nx supports any type of headphones or earphones on all media formats. The fully realistic, real-time, 360-degree virtualized audio environment positions every sound exactly as if it is coming from external sources. By placing the listening environment outside the confines of the headphones, Waves Nx technology enables you to experience everything positioned exactly as it is in the real world around you, rather than flat inside your head. It also allows you to enjoy a more comfortable and ear-friendly headphone experience over extended periods of time.
Jack Joseph Puig, a multi-platinum GRAMMY Award-winning record producer/mixer (U2, Lady Gaga, Black Eyed Peas, John Mayer) and Head of Global Marketing, Waves Consumer Division, stated, "From my extensive experience working with top artists, it's clear that entertainment and its place in our everyday lives is moving into a new realm - one that is set to integrate virtual reality into its very fabric. Content creators and device developers will need to have the right tools to provide consumers with an experience that truly mirrors real-life in every imaginable way. Waves Nx and Intel's RealSense SR300 Camera set up these developers and future content creators for success with the right technology to be primed for this next generation and beyond."
"For many years, top consumer brands have utilized Waves technologies to enhance the audio in a variety of devices and settings," says Tomer Elbaz, Executive Vice President, Waves Consumer Division. "Waves Nx represents a major step forward for a lifelike sound experience, and, when paired with the Intel RealSense SR300 Camera, Nx offers the right tools to stay on the cutting edge of developments in virtual reality and augmented reality on our everyday devices."
"It's exciting to see the applications in which Intel RealSense cameras are being used," said Achin Bhowmik, vice president in Intel's New Technology Group and general manager of the Perceptual Computing Group. "Interactive computers, unmanned aerial vehicles, autonomous robots, immersive virtual and augmented reality devices, and now headphones, are all starting to use this technology in novel and creative ways. We can't wait to see where it's used next."
About Waves Nx Technology:
Waves' Nx technology has been developed in order to bridge the gap between listening to sound from external sources and listening on headphones. The Nx algorithm inserts all of the above-described missing cues into the signal in order to convince the brain that sound is coming from virtual speaker positions in space. However, in contrast with other similar technologies, Nx does this in a subtle, realistic manner, adding only the critical and global cues required for the spatial image without modifying or coloring the sound. The filters and ambience were optimized to create a transparent sounding "room," so as to minimize the frequency alteration in order that all changes would be perceived as relating to space rather than equalization. By adjusting the sound to the user's head movements, the depth perception is created without dramatic changes to the frequency response. Also, for enhanced realism, Nx allows the user to insert individual head and ear measurements in order to tailor critical delay and frequency changes to the dimensions of the head, thus allowing an individualized realistic effect without extraneous effort or additional hardware.
As the number-one choice of the professional, Waves is heard on hit records, major motion pictures and popular video games, and employed by leading consumer brands. Waves' technology is used in every aspect of the audio signal path: on computers, in tablets, smartphones and more; Waves is everywhere.
About Waves, Ltd.
Waves is the world-leading developer of audio DSP technologies and the driving power behind hit records, major motion pictures and popular video games the world over. A recipient of a Technical GRAMMY® Award, Waves is acclaimed by top professional and prosumer users worldwide. More than 250,000 recording studios and mixing and mastering facilities use Waves' portfolio of cutting edge technologies on a daily basis to create top-selling music, movies and games. Waves' professional technologies, 20+ years of expertise, and passion for sound are now utilized to meet mobile audio challenges and deliver premium audio experiences on mobile devices.
All other product names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners, which are in no way associated or affiliated with Waves.
DeviceLynk Update Improves User Experience for Industrial IoT
SEATTLE, April 20, 2016 /CNW/ -- DeviceLynk today announced the release of a new user experience offering a completely redesigned interface focused on improving navigation and ease of use. The new design brings a modern touch-centric concept to Industrial IoT, an industry merging the needs of Industrial Automation with the technology of the Internet of Things.
Conceived as a complete equipment to user Industrial IoT solution, DeviceLynk brings increased situational awareness to the status of remote assets in Water, District Energy, Oil & Gas, Environmental applications and more - anytime, anywhere.
"Based on the data being brought into our dashboard, I already see items that should be addressed in the Building Automation System," said Lori Parker, Operations Manager on behalf of Creative Energy. "We have notified the engineer, because our equipment does not seem to be under proper control or something is misconfigured. I have to say DeviceLynk's tag line 'Actionable Intelligence' is quite accurate!"
Elements of the new user experience include increased dashboard screen space, new collapsible menu structure, improved asset data configuration workflow and a new gadget selection wizard. The update advances the vision of DeviceLynk by expanding the awareness capabilities for remote assets within industrial environments.
About DeviceLynk
DeviceLynk is an Industrial IoT solution focused on transforming raw equipment data into Actionable Information. Through technology partnerships, DeviceLynk combines cloud capabilities, software agents and certified hardware to empower users with informative dashboards, reporting and alerts. Jumpstart your IoT Strategy and extend the life of your existing assets with DeviceLynk. http://www.devicelynk.com
DeviceLynk Update Improves User Experience for Industrial IoT
SEATTLE, April 20, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- DeviceLynk today announced the release of a new user experience offering a completely redesigned interface focused on improving navigation and ease of use. The new design brings a modern touch-centric concept to Industrial IoT, an industry merging the needs of Industrial Automation with the technology of the Internet of Things.
Conceived as a complete equipment to user Industrial IoT solution, DeviceLynk brings increased situational awareness to the status of remote assets in Water, District Energy, Oil & Gas, Environmental applications and more - anytime, anywhere.
"Based on the data being brought into our dashboard, I already see items that should be addressed in the Building Automation System," said Lori Parker, Operations Manager on behalf of Creative Energy. "We have notified the engineer, because our equipment does not seem to be under proper control or something is misconfigured. I have to say DeviceLynk's tag line 'Actionable Intelligence' is quite accurate!"
Elements of the new user experience include increased dashboard screen space, new collapsible menu structure, improved asset data configuration workflow and a new gadget selection wizard. The update advances the vision of DeviceLynk by expanding the awareness capabilities for remote assets within industrial environments.
About DeviceLynk
DeviceLynk is an Industrial IoT solution focused on transforming raw equipment data into Actionable Information. Through technology partnerships, DeviceLynk combines cloud capabilities, software agents and certified hardware to empower users with informative dashboards, reporting and alerts. Jumpstart your IoT Strategy and extend the life of your existing assets with DeviceLynk. http://www.devicelynk.com