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World Premiere: Volocopter is Flying Manned! - Dawn of a Revolution in Urban Mobility

KARLSRUHE, Germany, April 7, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    The premiere of manned flights with the world's first certified Multicopter, e-volo's
Volocopter VC200, marks the beginning of a new era in urban mobility. The Volocopter is a
personal aerial vehicle that is so easy and safe to fly, literally anyone can command it.
Due to its electric propulsion, it has no tailpipe emissions and is impressively quiet.
For the first time humans' dream of personal flight as a daily routine becomes attainable.
As such it not only offers more widespread use in conventional aircraft domains, but
brings us another step closer to air taxi services and entire transportation systems in
the third dimension.

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    The Volocopter VC200 received the 'permit-to-fly' as an ultralight aircraft from
German aviation authorities in February 2016. In the context of the commenced test program,
e-volo has started to conduct manned flights. The historic world premiere of a flight
with a certified multicopter was made by e-volo managing director Alexander Zosel on March
30th, 2016 on an airfield in Southern Germany.

    Thanks to its innovative flight control, the vertical take-off and landing aircraft
(VTOL) is extremely easy to fly. The Volocopter is piloted one-handedly with a single
joystick and significantly reduces the number one reason for fatal accidents in
conventional helicopters: human error. To demonstrate this feature, Zosel releases his
hand from the joystick to applaud his team during the premiere flight, while the
Volocopter automatically holds its position. A comprehensive redundancy concept
compensates any failure by critical components including the loss of several motors. This
was demonstrated exhaustively during the certification process.

    Sales for the Volocopter shall start in 2018.

    For more information (incl. high-quality footage and pictures at no charge) visit
press.volocopter.com, http://www.youtube.com/user/Volocopter and
http://www.volocopter.com.

    Kathrin Mohr, +49721754000-0, kathrin.mohr@volocopter.com

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Meet The Perfect Amount Of Home Simplicity: Xess

Designed to bring more engaging experiences to the home, the 17-inch Xess is the perfect kitchen accessory with pre-loaded recipe applications and other partner content

IRVINE, Calif., April 7, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Alcatel - the number four mobile phone manufacturer in North America[i] - today announced a new device category in partnership with the TCL brand, with the North American launch of Xess. Initially unveiled at CES in January, Xess is purpose built to be the perfect 17-inch accessory for the kitchen, whether it's for discovering and creating new meals via the pre-loaded recipe applications, accessing Nickelodeon content, such as PAW Patrol for kids, or catching up on the latest news and entertainment. Xess will be available for early-access purchase beginning on April 22 for the online exclusive price of $499 USD.

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"We've been committed as a company to expanding the reach of our consumer technology and how it can bring better experiences and value to the lives of our customers, and with Xess, we're delivering a meaningful connected kitchen hub that allows users to access more of the content they want and need," said Steve Cistulli, President and General Manager for Alcatel, North America. "By bringing Xess to North America with the TCL brand, we leveraged their consumer electronics expertise with Alcatel's proven record of bringing the perfect amount of mobile technology to our customers at affordable prices. This also allows us the opportunity to work with new partners like Viacom, and others to bring valuable content to our customers."

"Through this partnership with Alcatel we are leveraging the power and reach of the Nickelodeon brand and our beloved IP, to connect kids and families with a seamless entertainment experience on the Xess that will greatly improve the time they spend together," said Pam Kaufman, Chief Marketing Officer and President of Consumer Products, Nickelodeon.

Every Xess sold in North America will also come with an in-box IP camera, perfect for keeping an eye on the nursery, playroom or living room. The Xess launcher also comes with a dedicated IP camera portal, so parents can be at ease and keep a lookout on their kids while working in the kitchen or another room in their home where they may have Xess setup. The real star of Xess though is the content you have access to from partners like Viacom and others to be named later.

Nickelodeon content just for kids at families' fingertips
Xess truly is made for families, right down to providing easy access to content from Nickelodeon, a Viacom media network, that includes hit shows such as TV's number-one preschool series, PAW Patrol, and the award-winning Nick App, as well as the Noggin App. With this partnership, kids are able to have direct access to Nick branded content with ease, and thanks to Xess's Android software, parents are also able to download additional content for their kids, like educational games, directly from the Google Play Store.

Discover, plan and prepare great meals 
Planning meals is a whole lot easier with Xess thanks to pre-loaded recipe applications to find new recipes and cooking how-to videos for your favorite meals; making meal discovery and planning simple and something the whole family can take part in. Preparing those new meals is a breeze as well, with step-by-step how-to videos to help along the way and integrated shopping applications pre-loaded on Xess, allowing users to order groceries easily through these apps.

Xess Key Features Include:

    --  Immersive 17.3-inch Full-HD display for a more brilliant viewing
        experience
    --  Dual 3-watt speakers featuring JBL Audio® for a high-fidelity home
        audio experience
    --  All-day battery life with a 9600mAh battery and magnetic quick release
        charger so you never have to worry about tripping over cords
    --  Portable design and adjustable stand for use anywhere in the kitchen or
        elsewhere in the home
    --  Powered by a 1.5 GHz MediaTek Octa-Core processor, 3GB of RAM and 32GB
        of storage (supports up to 64GB of additional MicroSD expandable
        storage)
For more information on Xess, please visit Alcatel's website.     

About Alcatel

Alcatel is a brand within TCL Communication, an international multicultural company which designs, develops, and markets globally a growing range of mobile and Internet devices. TCL Communication is a public company listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (2618.HK) and part of TCL Corporation one of the largest consumer electronics companies in the world.

For more information, please visit Alcatel's website.

[i] Based on IDC's reporting of total market share for 2015 North American Mobile Phones

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LG G5 Friends Are Ready to Play in Canada

LG Cam Plus, LG 360 Cam and LG 360 VR headset available April 8

TORONTO, April 7, 2016 /CNW/ - The multi award winning LG G5, LG's first modular smartphone, is set to be transformed by G5 Friends companion devices, available on April 8, 2016. The Friends transform the smartphone into a range of innovative devices. The LG 360 Cam seamlessly captures full 360 images and video; the LG Cam Plus is a plug in camera grip that offers the feel and function of a real camera; and the LG 360 VR delivers an interactive and immersive display experience of 360 degree virtual reality in a portable lightweight headset design.

"In life and in smartphones - Friends are everything," says Eunice Lee, Brand Manager Mobile Communications at LG Canada. "The LG G5 is a direct response to consumers' smartphone priorities. The vast majority of Canadians use their mobile device as their primary camera - we kept this in mind when designing our newest flagship and are offering a flexible experience with the Friends."

The LG 360 Cam: The Friend that gives you the whole picture
The LG 360 Cam is a compact, spherical camera that captures life's most invigorating experiences from the user's perspective in the center of the action. With a quick connection of this device to the LG G5, it is now possible to take stunning photos and pristine 2K videos of entire surroundings - not just specific scenes, but entire environments thanks to the dual wide-angle 13MP lenses that capture 360 degrees of the action. The LG 360 Cam is now available at Bell.

The LG Cam Plus: The Friend that gives you a real camera-like feel
Now you can plug in a camera grip to transform the LG G5 into a device that has the feel and function of a real camera. It's the most comfortable and easiest way to capture life's moments using a smartphone. A shutter button, zoom dial and a hand grip lets users take great one handed photos on the fly. It also offers more time for more shots thanks to an embedded 1,200 mAh battery. The LG Cam Plus is now available at Bell, Videotron and WIND Mobile.

The LG 360 VR: The Friend that enhances your world
Virtual Reality has never been so portable. The LG 360 VR plunges the user into the world of 360 degree videos and 3D games in a super light and compact format. It is easily controlled by either the LG G5 smartphone or onboard buttons. The headset offers crystal clear images and allows users to view content as if watching a 130" display from 2 meters away. The LG 360 VR is now available at Bell.

LG G5 Friends pricing to be determined by carriers.

About LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company
LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company is a global leader and trend setter in the mobile and wearable industry with breakthrough technologies and innovative designs. By continually developing highly competitive core technologies in the areas of display, battery, camera optics and LTE technology, LG creates handsets and wearables that fit the lifestyles of a wide range of people all over the world. While helping to enhance the mobile user experience by incorporating unique, sophisticated designs and intuitive UX features, LG is also committed to guiding consumers into the era of convergence and Internet of Things, maximizing inter-device connectivity between a wide range of smartphones, tablets, wearables, home and portable electronics products. For more information, please visit http://www.LG.com.

About LG Electronics Canada
The LG brand was established in 1995. The company is a global leader in electronics, information and communications products, with more than 117 operations around the world, and annual worldwide revenues of more than US $49 billion. LG Canada is comprised of five business units - Mobile Communications, Home Appliance, Home Entertainment, Business Solutions and Commercial Air Conditioning. The company has offices in Toronto and Vancouver. LG Canada is focused on delivering award-winning products known for blending style and technology. These innovative products include cell phones, flat screen TVs, laptop computers and home appliances. For more information please visit http://www.LG.com

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CONTACT: Media Contacts: Albert Lee, LG Canada, C: 647.534.6996, albert.lee@lge.com; Lisa Yerilin, LG-One Canada, P: 416-486-2563 | C: 647.461.1049, lisa.yerilin@lg-one.com; For more information: LG.com, @LGCanada

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New KINGDOM HEARTS Adventure Available Now On Mobile Devices

KINGDOM HEARTS Unchained ch Sheds New Light on Narrative for KINGDOM HEARTS III

LOS ANGELES, April 7, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- The next KINGDOM HEARTS chapter in the beloved series begins today as SQUARE ENIX® and Disney launch KINGDOM HEARTS Unchained   (read as Unchained "Key"). This free-to-play app (with in-app purchases) allows players to embark on a journey that will uncover story elements from the highly anticipated KINGDOM HEARTS HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue and KINGDOM HEARTS III, as well as the earliest parts of the series' epic history.

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For the first time in the series, players can create their own Keyblade wielder using the Avatar system. The detailed customization system will provide a variety of unique character costumes based on seasonal events, Disney themes and blockbuster films, including outfits based on Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde from the Walt Disney Animation Studios' hit film, Zootopia.

"We wanted to thank all the KINGDOM HEARTS fans for patiently waiting for the launch of KINGDOM HEARTS Unchained   in North America. We would love for everyone to dive into the world of KINGDOM HEARTS not only through this title, but through the upcoming titles, KINGDOM HEARTS HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue and KINGDOM HEARTS III," said franchise director Tetsuya Nomura. "As an origins story, there are many elements in the game that new players can enjoy. The game can also be easily picked up and played, so it would be great if fans new and old, take the opportunity to play the game."

As players traverse the unique worlds of Disney, they will collect, fuse and evolve hundreds of medals that contain the power of Disney heroes and villains. Keyblades can also be discovered across the iconic worlds and strengthened using items found throughout their adventures.

Players can download the game through the App Store for iPhone and iPad and on Google Play for Android devices at the following links:
App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/kingdom-hearts-unchained-ch/id1086859120?l=ja&ls=1&mt=8
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.square_enix.android_googleplay.khuxww

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Official Homepage: http://www.kingdomhearts.com/unchained
Facebook® Page: http://www.facebook.com/kingdomhearts
Twitter®: @KINGDOMHEARTS
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/KingdomHearts

About the KINGDOM HEARTS Series
KINGDOM HEARTS is a series of role-playing games created through the collaboration of Disney Interactive and Square Enix. Since the first KINGDOM HEARTS was released in March 2002 for the PlayStation®2 system, the series has expanded several additional entries. The series celebrated its 10th anniversary in March 2012, and has shipped over 21 million units worldwide.

About Disney Consumer Products and Interactive Media
Disney Consumer Products and Interactive Media (DCPI) is the business segment of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) that brings our Company's stories and characters to life through innovative and engaging physical products and digital experiences across more than 100 categories, from toys and t-shirts, to apps, books and console games. DCPI comprises two main lines of business: Disney Consumer Products (DCP), and Disney Interactive (DI). The combined segment is home to world class teams of app and game developers, licensing and retail experts, a leading retail business (Disney Store), artists and storytellers, and technologists who inspire imaginations around the world.

About Square Enix, Inc.
Square Enix, Inc. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX, EIDOS® and TAITO® branded entertainment content throughout the Americas as part of the Square Enix Group. The Square Enix Group operates a global network of leading development studios and boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property, including: FINAL FANTASY®, which has sold over 110 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 66 million units worldwide; TOMB RAIDER®, which has sold over 42 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS®. Square Enix, Inc. is a U.S.-based, wholly-owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.

More information on Square Enix, Inc. can be found at http://www.na.square-enix.com/.

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New ShakeSpeak App Lets Shakespeare Fans Text Like the Bard

LONDON, April 7, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    VisitLondon.com and Swiftkey team up to celebrate Shakespeare's legacy as part of Fans

                  of London [http://www.visitlondon.com/fans ] campaign

       Watch [https://www.youtube.com/user/VisitLondonVideo ] Famous actor Simon Callow

                   surprise Shakespeare super fan on stage at The Globe

    A new app which adds a Shakespearean touch to your text messaging, has been launched
today to celebrate the 400th anniversary of the Bard's death and as part of a tourism
drive for the capital, called 'Fans of London [http://www.visitlondon.com/fans ]'.

    Working with VisitLondon.com, the official visitor guide for the capital, ShakeSpeak
has been developed by software company SwiftKey, best known for their language prediction
app. By analysing the Complete Works of Shakespeare they developed an app that helps turn
your text messages into Shakespearean prose by predicting the playwright's best known
phrases.

    Swiftkey's app, which is available to download free of charge, allows you to simply
type the first word or two of a famous Shakespearean quote and the technology will do the
rest. For example:

       
         
        To be or not to be, that is the question 
        That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet 
        All the world's a stage and all the men and women merely players 

     

    And in order to make your text messages as authentic as the Bard's language,
Swiftkey's analysis of the Complete Works of Shakespeare recommends using 'Thou', 'thee'
and 'thy' in your text messages, as these three words are among the most frequent
Shakespeare uses compared to how we speak today.*

    The launch of the ShakeSpeak app is part of the Fans of London
[http://www.visitlondon.com/fans/shakespeare ] tourism campaign from VisitLondon.com,
which is supported by the GREAT Britain Campaign, British Airways and Hilton. Fans of
London celebrates the blockbuster events taking place across the capital this year,
including the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's legacy, and the first ever exhibition on
the Rolling Stones, EXHIBITIONISM.

    Lori Jones, a dedicated Shakespeare super fan, was flown to London as part of the
campaign. Lori was surprised on stage by classical actor Simon Callow, who conducted a
voice workshop with her in the Sam Wanamaker playhouse.

    Actor and director Simon Callow said: "After all this time, Shakespeare's works are
still relevant to us all, and it's a delight to know that his legacy is still very much
alive in London - the calendar of events to honour the Bard this year is truly
spectacular."

    Chris Gottlieb, Chief Marketing & Communications Officer for London & Partners, said:
"The legacy of Shakespeare lives on in London and in this commemorative year, there is so
much to see and do across the capital for fans such as Lori - from exhibitions, special
performances and quirky adaptations."

    ShakeSpeak is available to download on Android from 9am BST on 7th April for
smartphones and tablets on Google Play (search ShakeSpeak).

    For the chance to win a trip to London go to http://www.visitlondon.com/fans

London & Partners

CONTACT: Tori Dance, Head of Tourism PR, E: press@londonandpartners.com, T: +44(0)20-7234-5710, Twitter: @London_PR

Huawei Launches 4K Ultra HD Video Solution at The 3rd Indonesia ICT Carnival & Big Video Summit

First Live Trial of Huawei 4K Ultra HD Big Video Solution in Telkom Indonesia, Leading Indonesia into ultra-broadband Era

JAKARTA, Indonesia, April 7, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- PT Huawei Tech Investment (Huawei Indonesia), a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider, today hosts the first Big Video Summit in Indonesia at Raffles Hotel in Jakarta. As a part of the 3(rd) Indonesia ICT Carnival, this event aims to accelerate digital business transformation in Indonesia in order to transform Indonesia as the leading country ready to face the ultra-broadband era. In this event, Huawei also introduces an end-to-end 4K Ultra HD Big Video solution and announces that Huawei, together with Telkom Indonesia, have conducted a trial for Huawei's 4K technology. 4K Ultra HD Video solution combines fiber optic broadband and 4K ultra HD video service, which will provide great impact on the development of broadband services and will create a breakthrough for operators in video development. This event is attended by more than 250 industry executives from governments, mobile operators, service and content providers, consulting companies, analysts, as well as university students.

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The event is inaugurated by Mr Sheng Kai, CEO Huawei Indonesia with Mr. Basuki Yusuf Iskandar, Acting Director General of ICT Resources and Standards and Head of Research and Development of Human Resources, Ministry of Communication and Information Technology, Mr. Wang Liping, Economic and Commercial Counselor of the People's Republic of China to Indonesia and Mr. Lim Chee Siong, CMO of Huawei South Pacific.

On the 3(rd) Indonesia ICT Carnival,  Mr. Pramasaleh Hario Utomo, VP ISG,  PT. Telkom Indonesia, makes a keynote speech in title of "Telkom Video-Centric Network Strategy", which emphasizes that operators shall aim on building a best video experience network. Mr. Oh Sangwon, Senior Manager of LG U+ IPTV Sevice Dept, shares the great business value brought by big video strategy. Mr. Chairil Anwar, VP Business Development APAC, Grey Juice Lab Ltd, gives a speech of "4K: 2016 Inflection Point" - Why this is the year 4K goes mainstream?" He points out that 4K industry chain is maturing, and the year 2016 will be the inflection point of 4K UHD booming. Mr. Li Hui, Chief Business Architect, Huawei, makes a keynote speech of "Huawei E2E 4K IPTV Solution and U-vMOS Standard", and sharing the highlight of end to end 4K UHD video solution and the latest video experience benchmarking system.

Sheng Kai, CEO of Huawei Indonesia, said: "For 15 years of our presence in Indonesia, Huawei is very proud to be able to provide the most cutting edge innovation in the video industry, as well as contribute in preparing Indonesia to face the ultra-broadband era. We hope the Huawei's 4K Ultra HD video solution can be received well by the operators and will help them provide high quality video to its customers."

In order to accelarate the broadband and video implementation, Huawei collaborates with several telecommunication operators in Indonesia to provide technical solutions (video CODEC algorithm, video platform, 4K terminals), video experience guarantee (standard and basic network quality improvement), video service operation and maintenance (video Big Data analytics, assistant operation, operational consulting), ecosystem cooperation, and close partnership to develop and explore the 4K Ultra HD Video services.

In the video technical solutions domain, Huawei provides the leading end-to-end solution for operators. Huawei will contribute in the development of ITU-T H.265 video CODEC, utilize advanced algorithm to optimize video stream, encoding quality and latency. Huawei's IPTV and CDN platform will also provide major enhancement to accelerate smart distribution and intelligent scheduling in order to ensure that the 4K Ultra HD services can be received well by customers. From the terminal aspect, Huawei will be the first provider to collaborate with operators in developing the 4K Smart Set Top Box to support 4K Ultra HD video services.

In the operation and maintenance domains, Huawei provides Video Big Data analytics solution to assist operators to identify video users, to accelerate video services development and support operators' digital transformation. Huawei also provides operational consulting, provide and monitor network and video quality, and streamline service provisioning to optimize operational and maintenance efficiency. In the ecosystem cooperation domain, Huawei will assist operators by introducing high-quality contents which can improve the user experience.

With the recent rapid economic development in Indonesia and consumers' demand for reliable video services, operators are starting to pay more attention to video development and position video services as the center of digital transformation in order to uplift the broadband business growth. Therefore, Huawei conducts the Big Video Summit to answer the public needs.

Currently, video is not the only main source for public to obtain or share information, but also to expand business opportunity for operators. It is predicted that 85% of the data traffic in the internet in 2020 will be used for video stream and video will become the basic service provided by operators. In order to enhance the ability of platform and technology, consumers will gradually move towards HD video experience. Seeing this trend, then 4K technology for TV and 2K video for mobile phone will soon become a reality.

Compared with the traditional video service, 4K video requires a higher bandwidth, lower latency, and network with very low packet loss to provide the optimal user experience. Any slight quality issues from the network to terminal will greatly impact the user experience. Therefore, Huawei develops an objective video experience measurement index, U-vMOS, to help operators provide the best 4K video network. On top of that, Huawei also provides end-to-end network consulting, assesses and increases the network services to assist operators in ensuring high quality 4K Ultra HD video which is free from buffering and pixelation.

About Huawei

Huawei is a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider. Our aim is to enrich life and improve efficiency through a better connected world, acting as a responsible corporate citizen, innovative enabler for the information society, and collaborative contributor to the industry. Driven by customer-centric innovation and open partnerships, Huawei has established an end-to-end ICT solutions portfolio that gives customers competitive advantages in telecom and enterprise networks, devices and cloud computing. Huawei's 150,000 employees worldwide are committed to creating maximum value for telecom operators, enterprises and consumers. Our innovative ICT solutions, products and services are used in more than 170 countries and regions, serving over one-third of the world's population. Founded in 1987, Huawei is a private company fully owned by its employees.

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Bibliotheca Alexandrina Egypt Selects Huawei HPC Solution to Build Massive Computing Platform

SHENZHEN, China, April 7, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Egypt, one of the oldest libraries in the world, today announced that it has selected Huawei's high-performance computing (HPC) solution to build a massive computing platform. Huawei HPC solution uses extraordinary high-density FusionServer servers, and employs high-speed InfiniBand (IB) for computing networks. The HPC clusters can achieve a theoretical peak speed of 118 Tera floating point operations per second (TFLOPS) while the entire solution will provide 288 TB in storage capacity for concurrent file systems. These features enable Huawei HPC solution to support the applications requiring massive computing.

Bibliotheca Alexandrina is one of the oldest libraries in the world holding a rich collection of everything from ancient manuscripts to modern literary art -- a true knowledge center in the dissemination of the human intellect. The site is also a place of dialogue, learning, and understanding between cultures and peoples. The building is heralded as a window to Egypt for the world and a window to the world for Egypt.

For the purpose of educational research and development in multiple scientific fields, the Bibliotheca Alexandrina will join hands to build a new HPC cluster with Huawei and the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology of Egypt. The HPC cluster is meant to be deployed for specialized applications that require immense mathematical calculations, such as bioinformatics, data mining, physics simulation, weather forecast, drilling for oil and groundwater, and cloud computing. With a peak performance reaching 118 TFLOPS, a new level of creativity will be inspired and new horizons are arising in the research domain.

The power saving of the high-density X6800 servers, low latency and high bandwidth of the IB computing network, and the other superior attributes of the devices comprising the Huawei HPC solution won the customer over. The management, computing, storage and other key systems and components all feature a fully redundant design to help eliminate stoppages from single points of failure. The number of IB and Ethernet switch ports can power cluster nodes up to three times that in the initial configuration, enabling expansion of storage capacity to 4.5 PB. Huawei HPC solution required one-third fewer cabinets than that of competitors and optimizations to CPU selections delivered 7% better overall system efficiency compared to the next-leading offering. These and other excellent advantages are why Huawei ultimately was selected by Bibliotheca Alexandrina.

Huawei is fully capable of delivering optimized HPC clusters complete with the necessary infrastructure, hardware, system environments, management utilities, service platforms, and other hardware-software integrations to satisfy the specific requirements of the education and research field. With superior in-house product technology and industry-tailored solutions, Huawei has customized HPC platforms for the University of Warsaw, Newcastle University, Istanbul Technical University, and numerous other education and research institutions. Huawei has also set up joint innovation centers with strategic partners such as Poznan Supercomputer Center, to solidify technical cooperation.

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

Huawei

CONTACT: Maggie Zhang, T: 86-755-89247562, M: 86-13510432741, zhangxin83@huawei.com

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The Samsung Convoy 4 from Verizon: Built for anything life throws at you

NEW YORK, April 7, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Mobile phones have come a long way in terms of durability, but some jobs require a device that can stand up to everything the elements throw at you. Enter the Samsung Convoy® 4, a ruggedized flip phone that can hold its own in extreme work and weather environments, available exclusively from Verizon.

The Convoy 4's durable design is perfect for use at construction sites, distribution centers, manufacturing facilities and any outdoor work zone where your technology could be at risk. The phone is dust and water-resistant based on IP67 rating, which tests submersion up to 1 meter for up to 30 minutes.

Just because the Convoy 4 is rugged, doesn't mean it's no-frills. The Convoy 4's 5 megapixel camera and camcorder delivers great photos and high quality audio and video when it matters most. The camera is perfect for architects that need to capture photos in an active construction site and deliver them to clients instantly, warehouse workers that need to document inventory or for  adventurists that want to share the view with their friends no matter where there path takes them. The Convoy 4 camera features an auto focus lens, video recorder and a flash that doubles as a flashlight.

The phone also includes state-of-the-art dual microphones and noise cancelling technology that blocks out background noise around you. This is a must for jobs outside the office where crystal clear communication is needed. If your job calls for you to leave the country, the Convoy 4 also serves as reliable travel companion with global roaming support for more than 200 countries.

Additional specs:

    --  Military specifications (MIL-STA-810G) for high/low temperatures, dust,
        shock and water resistance
    --  3G connectivity
    --  2.4" interior display, 1.3" exterior display
    --  5MP camera with autofocus, flash and video recording
    --  512 MB storage (portion of 512 MB occupied by existing content);
        expandable to 32 GB with MicroSD (sold separately)
    --  Bluetooth
    --  GPS for navigation and location services
    --  Up to 8 hours of talk time; 480 hours of standby time
Pricing and availability

The Samsung Convoy 4 from Verizon is available for $8 per month for 24 months on a device payment plan (0% APR, full price: $192). To easily carry your Convoy 4, a holster and fitted case are available separately for $19.99 each. Visit verizonwireless.com to purchase your Samsung Convoy 4 today.

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) employs a diverse workforce of 177,700 and generated nearly $132 billion in 2015 revenues. Verizon operates America's most reliable wireless network, with more than 112 million retail connections nationwide. Headquartered in New York, the company also provides communications and entertainment services over America's most advanced fiber-optic network, and delivers integrated business solutions to customers worldwide.

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Casio Expands Lineup Of CELVIANO Grand Hybrid Digital Pianos With New GP-400BK

The GP-400BK Features a New, Elegant Design, Wooden Keys, and Three Historic Grand Piano Sounds

Casio Expands Lineup Of CELVIANO Grand Hybrid Digital Pianos With New GP-400BK

The GP-400BK Features a New, Elegant Design, Wooden Keys, and Three Historic Grand Piano SoundsDOVER, N.J., April 7, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Casio America, Inc., announced today that it will release the GP-400BK, the newest model in its CELVIANO Grand Hybrid lineup. The CELVIANO Grand Hybrid pianos combine the advantages of both digital and acoustic pianos, while delivering the performance of a grand piano in tone, keyboard quality and playing comfort.

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Casio previously released two pianos in the CELVIANO Grand Hybrid lineup in 2015- the GP-500BP and GP-300BK - and both were equipped with the company's AiR Grand Sound Source and Grand Hammer Action keyboard. This keyboard is made with full-length wooden grand piano keys, using the same materials and processes as the C. Bechstein grand pianos. Casio's action mechanism sends a hammer along the same vertical path as a grand piano, with the same essential weighting and pivot points providing a faithful uncompromising feel. These models also featured piano tones jointly developed with the piano maker C. Bechstein.

The new GP-400BK comes with the three historically popular grand piano sounds featured in the GP-500BP and GP-300BK, as well as the same reliable key response and supple playing comfort. New with the GP-400BK is the design, which boasts a curved rear panel and thicker side panels and legs. The height from the keyboard to the music stand has also been made the same as a conventional grand piano, for an experience even more like that of playing a grand piano. In addition, Casio used a black wood grain finish for the entire piano to give it a dignified look. All of these design features come together in this latest elegant model in the CELVIANO Grand Hybrid lineup.

"The introduction of the GP-500BP and GP-300BK in 2015 brought fresh and innovative products to the market that moved beyond the realm of the conventional digital piano and gained a strong reputation among people who appreciate the nuanced sound and feel of a grand piano," said Stephen Schmidt, Vice President of Casio's Electronic Musical Instrument Division. "This year's launch of the GP-400BK further establishes Casio's commitment to the industry and will emphasize the same revolutionary features, while also incorporating a new design to capture the bold and refined image one expects of a high-quality piano."

Thoroughly refined sound and reverberation reminiscent of a grand piano

The AiR Grand Sound Source reproduces the same beautiful sound and rich reverberation as a grand piano. Multi-dimensional Morphing smoothly transforms sound waves, and realizes tonal changes based on both time passage and intensity. Even during a gradual crescendo from pianissimo to fortissimo, the technology allows even and natural tonal changes. Moreover, the String Resonance System, designed to deliver the string resonance of a grand piano, controls the amount and combination of resonance according to the playing situation. By producing reverberation that fits each of the 88 keys, the technology enables natural and comfortable performance. Moreover, Damper Resonance, Lid Simulation and Key Release Simulation further the experience. By combining these technologies, the GP-400 offers the sounds of three grand piano styles - the Berlin Grand which is known for its elegant, clear sound and reverberation that gives each performance rich melodic color; the Hamburg Grand which delivers gorgeous power and strength with a lot of string resonance; and the Vienna Grand which provides calm bass with a solid feeling along with soft and beautiful sound.

Casio's Natural Grand Hammer Action Keyboard enables even more delicate expression as the GP-400BK's keys are finished in the same way as a grand piano's. The high-quality spruce makes it more familiar to the pianist ensuring fingers are less likely to slip or fatigue. The new model also boasts a new unique action mechanism that delivers the right hammer movement, which has a big impact on the playing response of a grand piano. The mechanism conveys delicate finger nuances more accurately, and enables dynamic touch to translate directly into expressive power.

Casio has developed a Grand Acoustic System that generates a space of three-dimensional sound and faithfully represents the sound of a grand piano as it emanates from above and below the soundboard. Through careful positioning of six speakers and the creation of sound pathways, the system delivers three-dimensional sound with tonal elongation, expansion and depth.

Special playing experiences made possible by a digital piano

The Scene feature enables pieces to be played with the optimal sound as it consists of 15 preset types for different composers such as Chopin and Liszt, as well as musical genres such as jazz and easy listening. The presets combine the best optimal tones, reverberation, and effects for the type of piece being played. Users can also create and save their own presets.

The Concert Play feature allows users to feel like they are accompanied by an orchestra as it is recorded in a high-quality digital format. By playing the piano together with the recorded orchestra, users can enjoy the feeling of performing at an orchestral concert. The technology can also be used in practice, as it allows the tempo to be slowed, and also features rewind, fast forward, and repeat playback of A-B sections.

The Hall Simulator allows the pianist to enjoy the immersive sound found in different types of venues such as an Amsterdam church, or a classical concert hall in Berlin. Also, the GP-400BK enables users to switch between the Player's Position, which provides a sense of playing a real grand piano, and three types of Listener's Positions, that offer the pianist the effect of listening to the performance from the audience.

The GP-400BK will be available in July at select music dealers nationwide for a MSRP of $4,999.00. To learn more about Casio's Grand Hybrid pianos and full portfolio of electronic musical instruments, please visit http://www.CasioMusicGear.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, digital cameras, mobile presentation devices, disc title and label printers, watches, cash registers and other consumer electronic products. Casio has strived to fulfill 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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Longsys Announces New Line of PCIe SSD Products

SHENZHEN, China, April 7, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Shenzhen longsys Electronics Co., Ltd. ("longsys" or "the company"), the largest storage vendor in China, is launching a new line of PCle SSDs, the P800 series, which will be available in May at the same cost as SATA SSD.

The new P800 series, which adopts 15nm TLC NAND Flash and the Marvell control chip, boasts read-write speeds of up to 700MB/s and 300MB/s, respectively. Furthermore, its two forms and specifications, namely M.2 and AIC (Add in Card), provide capacity of 120GB and 240GB.

In this era of big data, individuals and enterprises have an increasing demand for data storage, and the demand for SSD is growing at a yearly rate of 20%. Longsys' new product line, along with its competitive pricing, will ensure that the company maintains its leadership positions in the data storage market.

The Irresistible Trend of PCle SSD

Compared with SATA, PCle has a higher transmission bandwidth and less access delay. The maximum theoretical transmission speed of SATAIII is 600MB/s and that of PCle Gen2 x1 is 500MB/s, with the maximum theoretical transmission speed of PCle Gen3 x1 reaching 1GB/s, twice of the interface speed of SATAIII. The theoretical speed of PCIe Gen3 x4 reaches 4GB/s at its highest.

Apple's Mac series notebook is already equipped with PCle SSD. Furthermore, the main chips in Intel's latest Skylake platform support a PCle NVMe channel. It is clear that the biggest hardware sellers and chipmakers are preparing for when PCle will take the place of SATA.

Better Price of PCIe vs. SATAIII to Drive Consumer Adoption

The high performance of PCle SSD is eye-catching, but the retail price of more than RMB 700 for current 128GB models has dampened consumer demand. Longsys' new P800 series, with its higher capacity, will be priced at the same level as SATA SSD. This cost advantage will enables consumers' to upgrade their notebooks from HDD to high performance PCle SSD.

Experience In Market & Deep Industry Relationships Guarantee Quality

Longsys is dedicated not only to making the price of its P800 PCle SSD competitive with the SATA SSD, but also to maintaining its high level of market-leading quality. Having been focused on the storage field for 17 years, longsys has established a sound cooperative relationship with its upstream factory, which gives it a stable and superior NAND Flash source, and lays the foundation for its lasting foothold in the market.

In 2015, for example, the company entered into strategic cooperation with international control chip manufacturer Marvell. Its 28nm technique is adopted for Marvell's control chips, giving it greater cost and technical advantages over the 55nm manufacturing techniques of Silicon Motion and Phison. Furthermore, Marvell has extended the low density parity efficacy of its LDPC technology to its SSD control chip, which has a correction capability that is three times higher than that of traditional BCH, better strengthening the durability and stability of TLC. This, along with the introduction of the DRAM-less framework, further optimizes SSD costs.

With these advantages, longsys can complete the firmware design, hardware design and packaging design independently on the basis of the control chip source code from Marvell, opening up the interface to enable clients to create more market value.

Finally, longsys has formed a complete production chain from research and development to finished products and boasts a wide range of quality SSD models including its S400 series, industrial I800 series and enterprise-level DC3200 series.

About Shenzhen longsys Electronics Co., Ltd.

Established in 1998, Shenzhen longsys Electronics Co., Ltd. (longsys) is a Chinese DMS company (Design, Module, Service) which focuses on NAND flash applications for software and hardware products, and globally-applicable innovative technology products. Longsys aims to combine market feedback with innovative concept design and application solutions. With our strength in R&D, IC firmware design, wafer packaging substrate design and mobile APP design, we are confident to deliver the best value products to our customers, extending the applications of flash products from storage only to wireless storage, system storage and mobile payment products. For more information, please visit our website: http://www.longsys.com/en

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Shenzhen longsys Electronics Co., Ltd.

CONTACT: Mia Liu, +86-755-8616-8848 x368, mia.liu@longsys.com

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

VRS Design Announces LG G5 Case Line-Up

BREA, Calif., April 7, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- VRS Design(TM)--formerly known as Verus®--is revealing its complete, cell phone case line-up for the recently-released LG G®5.

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Models Include

    --  High Pro Shield, a minimalistic, back-and-side cover with a brushed
        metal design
    --  Crystal Bumper, a slim, protective, clear case with metallic bumpers
    --  Shine Guard, a semi-transparent case with a frosted glass pattern
    --  Single Fit, a one-piece, thermoplastic polyurethane case
    --  Layered Dandy, a leather-styled cover with a magnetic clasp
Pricing & Availability

    --  All models are sold through vrsdesign.com and select authorized
        resellers, available now.
    --  VRS Design's LG G5 case line-up starts at $19.99 MSRP (US).
    --  Pricing and color availability are subject to change. View available
        colors at vrsdesign.com.
About VRS Design

Originally named after the Latin word for "true," VRS Design was founded in South Korea as Verus, a manufacturer of third-party Apple® accessories. The company first opened its North American branch in Brea, California in 2014 as its global operations headquarters and has since entered Canadian online and retail distribution channels. VRS Design products are available in over 40 countries worldwide, and annual revenue currently exceeds 50 million USD.

Flagship products include the popular Damda series, a cell phone case and wallet hybrid; the Layered Dandy, a PU leather wallet case; and the High Pro Shield, a minimalistic, brushed metal design case.

For additional information, visit vrsdesign.com.

Note

VRS Design, Verus, and all related logos and symbols are trademarks of Verus USA, LLC registered in the U.S. All other trademarks are properties of their respective owners.

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GainSpan, OmniVision, and Microsemi Announce Low-Power, Streaming-Enabled Audio and Video Reference Design for Smart Homes

Battery-operated platform features 720p HD video and full duplex audio streaming over Wi-Fi networks

SAN JOSE, Calif., April 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- GainSpan Corporation, in collaboration with OmniVision Technologies and Microsemi Corporation (Nasdaq: MSCC), today introduced the GS-ADK-Video+FD-Audio reference design, a low-power, battery-operated reference design capable of streaming high definition (HD) video and two-way, telephony quality audio over Wi-Fi networks. The GS-ADK-Video+FD-Audio platform was developed in response to the rapidly growing IoT market for audio and video streaming products in smart homes, and is designed to help speed up customers' time-to-market by reducing product development costs and cycle times. Through this collaboration, customers benefit from each company's leadership in their respective fields: OmniVision's low-power video processor solutions; Microsemi's advanced audio analytics algorithms; and GainSpan's expertise in low-power, cloud-connected Wi-Fi solutions.

The highly optimized IoT video and audio platform is the trio's first reference design collaboration, and sets a new standard for real-time, interactive imaging experience in home IoT products such as smart video doorbells, battery-operated cameras and baby monitors. The platform features OmniVision's ultra-compact and power-efficient OV788 video processor, Microsemi's Timberwolf((TM)) ZL38051 advanced audio processor, and GainSpan's GS2011M low-power Wi-Fi module. Combined with GainSpan's embedded streaming software application, the platform delivers crisp 720p (1280x720) HD video at 30 frames per second (FPS) and high quality, two-way audio with acoustic echo cancellation and noise reduction over Wi-Fi networks.

The GS-ADK-Video+FD-Audio Application Developer's Kit (ADK) is available through GainSpan and its distributors. The ADK targets connected video and audio streaming applications over Wi-Fi networks, allowing these applications to interface seamlessly with smartphones that use the iOS or Android operating systems. The ADK, which comprises hardware, a complete software development suite, and sophisticated mobile demo applications, gives engineers the ability to quickly add video and audio streaming capabilities to their IoT products, thereby reducing development costs and accelerating time to market.

OmniVision's high performance video processors and CameraChip(TM) image sensors are central components in the IoT solution. The OV788 is an ultra low-power video processor with a built-in image signal processor (ISP) that works seamlessly with OmniVision image sensors, such as the OV9712 that is featured as a part of this ADK.

"With the explosive growth of IoT applications in today's market, we see an ever-increasing demand for integrated wireless multimedia solutions that reduce manufacturing costs and time without sacrificing quality," said Kalairaja Chinnaveerappan, senior product marketing manager at OmniVision. "This reference design combines the expertise of GainSpan, OmniVision and Microsemi in a high quality solution tailored for wireless, battery-operated IoT applications such as IP cameras, smart video doorbells and smart home locks."

The platform's advanced audio capabilities are enabled by Microsemi's Timberwolf ZL38051 audio processor. These capabilities include wideband acoustic echo canceller designed to provide excellent echo cancellation, noise reduction, beam forming and sound location detection for the increasingly demanding Internet protocol (IP) camera and wearable markets.

"This cooperative collaboration between GainSpan, OmniVision and Microsemi sets a new standard for delivering leading-edge technology to IP camera manufacturers," said Shahin Sadeghi, director of marketing at Microsemi. "The attributes that each company brings to this project complement each other perfectly, and combine in this platform to provide an excellent solution for our customers in the IoT sector."

"GainSpan is thrilled to partner with OmniVision and Microsemi to deliver a best-in-class, low-power wireless video and audio platform," says Richard Najarian, GainSpan senior director, solutions marketing. "Video-based product manufacturers can now leverage the platform's integration advantages to add sophisticated audio and video features while reducing product development times."

About GainSpan
GainSpan, a spinoff of Intel Corporation, is an innovator and leader in wireless connectivity solutions for the rapidly emerging Internet of Things. GainSpan solutions let customers easily create connected products for smart homes, smart cities, healthcare/fitness, control/monitoring in industrial, commercial and residential markets and high-speed audio, video and security applications. http://www.gainspan.com

About OmniVision Technologies
OmniVision Technologies is a leading developer of advanced digital imaging solutions. Its award-winning CMOS imaging technology enables superior image quality in many of today's consumer and commercial applications, including mobile phones, notebooks, tablets and webcams, digital still and video cameras, security and surveillance, entertainment devices, automotive and medical imaging systems. http://www.ovt.com.

About Microsemi
Microsemi Corporation (Nasdaq: MSCC) offers a comprehensive portfolio of semiconductor and system solutions for communications, defense & security, aerospace and industrial markets. Products include high-performance and radiation-hardened analog mixed-signal integrated circuits, FPGAs, SoCs and ASICs; power management products; timing and synchronization devices and precise time solutions, setting the world's standard for time; voice processing devices; RF solutions; discrete components; enterprise storage and communication solutions, security technologies and scalable anti-tamper products; Ethernet solutions; Power-over-Ethernet ICs and midspans; as well as custom design capabilities and services. Microsemi is headquartered in Aliso Viejo, Calif., and has approximately 4,800 employees globally. http://www.microsemi.com.

Microsemi and the Microsemi logo are registered trademarks or service marks of Microsemi Corporation and/or its affiliates. Third-party trademarks and service marks mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners.

"Safe Harbor" Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: Any statements set forth in this news release that are not entirely historical and factual in nature, including without limitation statements related to GainSpan Corporation, in collaboration with OmniVision Technologies and Microsemi Corporation, introducing a low-power, battery-operated reference design capable of streaming high definition (HD) video and two-way, telephony quality audio over Wi-Fi networks, and its potential effects on future business, are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on our current expectations and are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements. The potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, such factors as rapidly changing technology and product obsolescence, potential cost increases, variations in customer order preferences, weakness or competitive pricing environment of the marketplace, uncertain demand for and acceptance of the company's products, adverse circumstances in any of our end markets, results of in-process or planned development or marketing and promotional campaigns, difficulties foreseeing future demand, potential non-realization of expected orders or non-realization of backlog, product returns, product liability, and other potential unexpected business and economic conditions or adverse changes in current or expected industry conditions, difficulties and costs of protecting patents and other proprietary rights, inventory obsolescence and difficulties regarding customer qualification of products. In addition to these factors and any other factors mentioned elsewhere in this news release, the reader should refer as well to the factors, uncertainties or risks identified in the company's most recent Form 10-K and all subsequent Form 10-Q reports filed by Microsemi with the SEC. Additional risk factors may be identified from time to time in Microsemi's future filings. The forward-looking statements included in this release speak only as of the date hereof, and Microsemi does not undertake any obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.

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OmniVision Technologies

CONTACT: OmniVision, Scott Foster, Sfoster@ovt.com, 408.567.3077; or Microsemi, Farhad Mafie, press@microsemi.com, 949.380.6161; or GainSpan, Patty Kamysz, Patty.kamysz@gainspan.com, 408.627.6515

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Intel® Skull Canyon NUC6i7KYK Will Be Industry Game Changer

ANAHEIM, Calif., April 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- CMTL, (http://www.cmtlabs.com), Computer Memory Test Labs, the industry's leading memory product compatibility and functionality testing lab announced that it has received the newly introduced Skull Canyon Intel NUC product and it exceeds all expectations.

CMTL President, John Deters stated, "The Intel NUC Skull Canyon NUC6i7KYK without a doubt will become an industry game changer, from embedded applications to stand alone micro PC IT solution providers. The Intel Skull Canyon represents a major engineering accomplishment that the industry will be extremely excited about. It's like having a VW with a 500hp engine plus all the amenities of a Lexus." Deters added, "The wide spectrum of the Skull Canyon NUC6i7KYK is immense, with the capability of providing solutions in both the commercial and consumer market segments. Intel did not hit a home run, they hit a grand slam with this product."

About CMTL: Established in 1996, in cooperation with Intel, as a third party test lab to ensure memory product compatibility and functionality on Intel platforms. Memory products successfully Intel Approved by CMTL are added to each Intel platform approved memory product list. Memory products not approved by Intel, are not supported and may have a higher risk of experiencing sporadic errors, unstable functionality and performance issues. CMTL has performed over 25,000 memory compatibility tests since the company was formed 20 years ago.

Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation; all others are the property of respective owners.

Contact: John Deters, CMTL, 770-238-2085, jdeters@cmtlabs.com

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Long-lasting Beauty, Meizu Releases the m3 note

BEIJING, April 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- On April 6, 2016, Meizu Technology (MEIZU) officially released a new smart phone -- the Meizu m3 note. For the 16 GB storage and 2 GB memory model, the price is RMB 799; and for the 32 GB storage and 3 GB memory model, the price is RMB 999.

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At the launch event, Aber Bai, the President of Meizu, introduced this improved "Quality for Young" product to all the media, guests, and fans from around the world. Meizu m3 note will once again become users' favorite product.

After generations of polished metallic body, Meizu has a deeper understanding of the metal technology and uses this technology well on the Meizu m3 note. The brand-new metallic body has a near-perfect arc, giving the Meizu m3 note a better feel. Meizu m3 note has three color options: silver, gray, and golden.

Meizu m3 note inherits the physical mBack Home button, integrated with the fingerprint recognition function. The entire fingerprint-based unlock operation can be completed within 0.2s. The Home button is integrated with the three major functions, that is, touch-to-return, fingerprint-based unlock, and fingerprint-based payment, which achieves an ultimate balance between interaction and ID design.

Meizu m3 note is equipped with a 5.5-inch, 1080P full HD and full lamination screen. The display accuracy reaches 403 ppi, and therefore the display effect is delicate and penetrating. With the 2.5D curved glass, Meizu m3 note provides a more rounded vision and better sliding operation feel.

The rear camera has 13 megapixels. It adopts 5-element lens, F/2.2 large aperture, and a double color-temperature flash. It supports the PDAF phase focusing, which is mainly supported by flagship mobile phones. The front camera has 5 megapixels and is equipped with the F/2.0 large aperture. With the FotoNation 2.0 smart beauty and Face AE algorithms, Meizu m3 note can always satisfy you for capturing a thorough scenic photo, a night view, or a beautiful selfie.

Meizu m3 note adopts a new-generation of Helio P10 processor. It adopts an 8-core A53 architecture. The highest basic frequency reaches 1.8 GHz. The configuration can be adjusted according to actual application scenarios in an intelligent manner, thereby achieving an ultimate balance between performance and power consumption. With the Mali-T860 graphic processor and 2 GB/3 GB operation memory, Meizu m3 note can easily deal with multiple programs or big games.

Meizu m3 note runs on the Flyme 5 system, which is deeply optimized based on the Android L system. With the 4100 mAh ultra-large-capacity battery, optimal power control of the Helio P10, and excellent battery life optimized by the Flyme kernel, while providing excellent performance, Meizu m3 note also provides superior battery life.

The public version of Meizu m3 note adopts the 6-band 18-frequency model, specifically for the new universal version. It also supports networks of China Mobile, China Telecom, and China Unicom. When a China Telecom card is used as a secondary card, subscribers can also make calls. Meizu m3 note has a single card slot and dual Nano-SIM card positions. Two cards can be installed randomly, which continues Meizu's simply style. The primary card position is compatible with the MicroSD card for expansion. Therefore, storage capacity is no longer a limitation.

Meizu EP51 Bluetooth sport headset was also released.

Meizu EP51 headset adopts a three-section design. It adopts the one-piece molding process with ultra-light aviation aluminum materials and the CNC precision machining. Equipped with the silicone earmuffs and lightweight plastic, the weight of a single side is only equivalent to a one-dollar coin. With the specific waterproof inner body and Nano waterproof and sweatproof coating, the headset is well protected from water or sweat splashed in all directions.

The headset is embedded with a British CSR Bluetooth chip and supports Bluetooth 4.0 standard. With the Apt-X digital audio compression algorithm, the headset not only can play music stably and smoothly, but also can achieve rich musical details. The embedded Hi-Fi micro-speaker has a unique speaker box design and digital signal processing (DSP) technology. It can preciously restore musical details and ensure an open sound field.

Meizu EP51 headset adopts the parachute-level high-intensity Kevlar materials and OFC high-purity core, wrapped by TPE materials. The conduction rate is high, and the wire is more flexible and skin-friendly. The headset features a strong tensile and bending performance. The headset can be fully charged within 2 hours, the standby duration reaches 40-45 hours, and the working duration for continuously calling or playing music is at least 6 hours. If the headset is disconnected, it supports even a 400-hour ultra-long standby duration.

For more product information, please visit Meizu's official website: http://www.meizu.com/en

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CONTACT: Emily Tin, +86-132-6714-0309, shenlanstone@meizu.com

Web Site: http://www.meizu.com/en

OmniVision Debuts OV9755 Sensor with Large 3.75-Micron Pixel, Delivering Excellent Low-Light Sensitivity With Minimal Power Requirements

LAS VEGAS, April 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- OmniVision Technologies, Inc., a leading developer of advanced digital imaging solutions, today announced from ISC West a new high definition (HD) image sensor for mainstream security, smart home, and IP cameras. The power-efficient OV9755 CameraChip(TM) sensor leverages OmniVision's 3.75-micron OmniPixel3-HS(TM) pixel architecture and improved image processing to capture high quality 720p HD images and video, even when recording in low-light conditions.

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"According to a recent industry report, the global smart camera market for security and surveillance applications is expected to grow from $1.93 billion today to $3.06 billion by 2020, with CMOS sensor-based cameras leading the growth[1]," said Chris Yiu, senior marketing manager at OmniVision. "We are seeing increasing demand for high performance, streaming-enabled imaging solutions that deliver exceptional images and video in all lighting environments. The OV9755 is designed to meet these expectations while requiring minimal power for operation, making it an ideal camera solution for battery-powered IP or security camera applications."

Built on proven OmniPixel3-HS technology, the OV9755's larger 3.75-micron pixel enables best-in-class low-light performance at 43Ke-/lux-sec and less than 0.2 lux SNR1 (the luminance value for a signal to noise ratio of 1:1).

The sensor can record crisp and clear 720p HD video at 60 frames per second (FPS), or VGA resolution video at 90 FPS in a wide range of lighting conditions. Additionally, the 1/3-inch sensor supports a "system wake-up trigger" and low-power mode, which allows the camera to begin operation while consuming minimal power (approximately 100mW).

The OV9755 is currently in volume production.

About OmniVision
OmniVision Technologies is a leading developer of advanced digital imaging solutions. Its award-winning CMOS imaging technology enables superior image quality in many of today's consumer and commercial applications, including mobile phones, notebooks, tablets and webcams, digital still and video cameras, security and surveillance, entertainment devices, automotive and medical imaging systems. Find out more at http://www.ovt.com.

OmniVision® and the OmniVision logo are registered trademarks of OmniVision Technologies, Inc. CameraChip(TM) and OmniPixel3-HS(TM) are trademarks of OmniVision Technologies, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

    [1] Markets and Markets: "Smart
     Camera Market for Security &
     Surveillance by Application (Public
     Spaces, Commercial Facilities,
     Residential Infrastructure), Sensor
     Technology, Scanning Technology, and
     Region (Americas, Europe, APAC) -
     Global Forecast to 2020", February
     2016

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CONTACT: Media Contact: Cameron Crowe, Impress Labs, 415.735.8420, cameron@impresslabs.com, Company Contact: Scott Foster, OmniVision Technologies, 408.567.3077, sfoster@ovt.com

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

Canon U.S.A. Exhibits Its Latest Digital Imaging Solutions And 8K Technology At The 2016 NAB Show

Live Speaker Sessions, Extensive Lens Exhibits and 8K Imaging Display are Just Some of the Highlights in the Canon Booth

MELVILLE, N.Y., April 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- At the 2016 NAB Show in Las Vegas, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, will showcase its full line of professional 4K and high-definition imaging equipment for motion picture, television production, video content creation, and still photography at booth C4325. Additionally, there will be presentations and panel discussions throughout the show featuring Canon Explorers of Light, ASC members, and other emerging voices in imaging culture. A unique, immersive event, 8K Ride Experience showcases Canon's innovation in current, emerging, and future technology by providing a simulated journey through a realistic, panoramic landscape powered by Canon 8K imaging technology. Visitors will also have hands-on opportunities with the full range of Canon Cinema cameras, 4K reference displays, HD Video and DSLR cameras, including the recently announced EOS-1D X Mark II and EOS 80D DSLR Cameras. On the lens side, users can see the latest in Canon Cinema, Broadcast, and EF lenses. In addition, on display will be Canon's line of high- resolution Projectors, including a 4K HDR Projector and its first laser model, the LX-MU800Z. 

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"The NAB show is Canon's opportunity to show our valued customers and the industry our latest technology as well as the multitude of ways that Canon digital imaging solutions can help them achieve their vision," said Yuichi Ishizuka, president and COO, Canon U.S.A., Inc. "NAB is an amazing show for us to connect with professionals in all aspects of video creation, editing, and distribution."

A Beautiful Planet
Cinematographer James Neihouse, ASC will be presenting alongside Marsha Ivins, a former American astronaut and veteran of five space shuttle missions, about the making of the IMAX® movie A Beautiful Planet. The film, premiering in April, was largely shot aboard the International Space Station using Canon EOS C500 and EOS-1D C Cinema Cameras in 4K. Neihouse has worked on more than 30 IMAX® films including Space Station 3-D and Hubble 3-D. He has also trained more than 25 shuttle and space-station crews on the intricacies of large-format filmmaking. Ivins consulted on A Beautiful Planet drawing on her many years of experience with filming in space during her tenure with NASA. 

8K Technology
Canon will be bringing its 8K Ride Experience to NAB as well. First introduced at the Canon Expo this past September in New York, The 8K Ride Experience projects video on large screens surrounding viewers to give them a unique sense of movement while sitting or standing still. By experiencing such high resolution imagery from all angles, the technology can simulate a physical journey often sparking a physical and emotional reaction. Additionally, Canon will be showcasing working prototype 8K cameras and lenses, with the stunning imagery shown on Canon 8K displays. Also on display will be a prototype 4K Projector capable of covering up to 100 percent of the DCI color space. 

Canon Professional Services
Canon's Professional Services (CPS) will again be hosting the Canon Hospitality Suite, in Room C201. The Canon Hospitality Suite is open to all NAB tradeshow attendees with priority support for CPS Gold, Platinum, Cinema, and Enterprise members. Visitors to the suite, located just off of the tradeshow floor, can experience Canon's commitment to service and support for the professional imaging community.

Visit Canon at the 2016 NAB show at Booth C4325 in the Central Hall to see first-hand the latest products, hear from the Explorers of Light and the enjoy the 8K Ride Experience. For more information on the booth and an up-to-date schedule of the speaker schedule, please visit http://www.usa.canon.com/NAB2016. Follow Canon throughout the show on Instagram at @CanonUSA and Twitter at @CanonUSApro.

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

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

Canon U.S.A. website:                                   
http://www.usa.canon.com

For sales information/customer support:
1-800-OK-CANON                             
ccenter@cits.canon.com

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CONTACT: Editorial Contacts: Robert Luckett, Canon U.S.A., Inc., (631) 330-5205, rluckett@cusa.canon.com; Leigh Nofi, Canon U.S.A., Inc., (631) 330-3783, lnofi@cusa.canon.com

Web Site: http://www.usa.canon.com

Change the Way You See the World: Hollywood Stars & World Renowned Photographers Join Huawei to Reinvent Smartphone Photography at the Launch of the Huawei P9

LONDON, April 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    --  Change the way you see the world with the Huawei P9 series Co-Engineered
        with Leica
    --  Hollywood A-list actor Henry Cavill attends global launch as face of
        campaign with host of famous names from the world of photography, film
        and the arts
Today, at an exclusive launch event at London's Battersea Evolution, Huawei Consumer Business Group unveiled the much-awaited Huawei P9 series, destined to reinvent smartphone photography.

At the global technology brand's star-studded event, Hollywood actor Henry Cavill, who features in the Huawei P9 campaign alongside Scarlett Johansson (both global product ambassadors for Huawei P9 series), was joined by a host of world-renowned photographers including Mary McCartney and National Geographic World Press Photo Award winning photographer David Guttenfelder.

The event was attended by over 1000 media and guests - including Huawei UK Board members Sir Andrew Cahn and Dame Helen Alexander and business leaders from around the world including: Jim Egan, CEO BBC News; Jonathan Newhouse, Chairman and Chief Executive Condé Nast International; and Anita Chang, Publisher Vogue China.

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

Images from the ground-breaking dual-lens camera are brought to life on a 5.2 inch full HD display. The P9 is powered by Huawei's latest Kirin 955 chipset and runs Android Marshmallow 6.0.

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

Richard Yu, CEO, Huawei Business Group, comments: "We believe in cultural technology, born out of people's curiosity and desire to be creative by changing the way they experience the world around them. With the P9, working with Leica, we have challenged the norm of what was possible in lens technology - a game-changer for smartphone photography.

"Our launch city of London is renowned globally for cultural excellence. We see the P9 - coupled with our iconic partners, who are equally renowned for their determination to look beyond what is possible, whether in the field of creative arts, design or engineering - as the next step in a visual revolution."

"As technology changes the way we capture and enjoy photography, we are excited to work with a like-minded partner such as Huawei, equally committed to a cultural, visual future," commented Oliver Kaltner, CEO of Leica Camera AG. "Huawei's passion for pushing boundaries of innovation, matched with our proven expertise in camera and lens engineering, has made for a beautiful collaboration in creation of the P9."

Hollywood stars and faces of the campaign, Henry Cavill and Tony award-winner Scarlett Johannson, will appear in a new TV commercial shot in Shanghai and New Zealand by famed director Baillie Walsh from RSA, which will air internationally from mid April. Where both stars are normally the subjects of the camera's gaze, here we see them putting the Huawei P9's amazing camera technology to the test to capture, share and compete for the best shot...but who will win? The exciting preview trailer of the TV commercial was aired at the event: showcasing the tantalizing meeting of two Hollywood stars; Shanghai with Hollywood; Leica with Huawei; and black and white with colour.

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

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

Huawei also partnered with a number of high profile professional photographers to support the launch of Huawei P9 including iconic fashion photographer, Mario Testino, who shot the campaign visuals. Other renowned creators involved in the project include: Mary McCartney; National Geographic photographer, David Guttenfelder; Reuben Krabbe, from extreme sports community, Banff; and Zhu Yinghao, Conde Nast Traveler magazine; and the renowned photographic community, Eye Em. Each photographer collaborated by shooting a collection of images with the P9, inspired by and to showcase the ground-breaking new capabilities of the smartphone.

For further information, search #OO.

    Pricing:

                      Version                     EUR (includes tax)
                      -------                     -----------------

    P9                         3GB + 32 GB       EUR599

                               4GB + 64 GB       EUR649

    P9 Plus                    4GB + 64 GB       EUR749

    Available beginning April 16, first wave launch markets include:

    Austria                     Greece                           Poland

    Bahrain                     Hungary                          Portugal

    Belgium                     Ireland                          Qatar

    China                       Italy                            Saudi Arabia

    Czech
     Republic                   Jordan                           Spain

    Egypt                       Lebanon                          Sweden

    Denmark                     Kuwait                           Switzerland

    Finland                     Netherlands                      United Arab Emirates

    France                      Norway                           United Kingdom

    Germany                     Oman
The P9 is available in four colours: Rose Gold, Prestige Gold, Titanium Grey and Mystic Silver, with the P9 Deluxe version available in Haze Gold and Ceramic White. The P9 Plus, with a 5.5-inch display, is available in Haze Gold, Quartz Grey and Ceramic White.

Notes to Editors

Huawei P9 key features

    --  The 5.2 inch full HD display included in the P9 uses the Hollywood movie
        colour gamut, allowing the display to cover 96 percent of the colour
        spectrum.
    --  The dual-lens 12MP camera features RGB and BW sensors, as well as
        laser-assisted focus. This makes the camera 200 per cent more sensitive
        than predecessors and allows it to provide 300 per cent more detail.
    --  The P9 is powered by Huawei's latest Kirin 955 chipset, which is based
        on the TSMC 16nm FinFET Plus chip technology. CPU performance is 100 per
        cent faster than the P8 and 3D graphics are improved by 125 per cent.
    --  Running Android Marshmallow 6.0, the P9 uses the Huawei Emotion UI 4.1
        interface, adding hundreds of user experience tweaks and improvements.
    --  The P9 supports the latest reversible USB Type-C Connector technology.
Efficient Conferencing

The P9 features "Super Hands-Free 3.0" technology, which enables hands-free operation of the phone in a variety of locations. Whether you're in the car, a conference room or at a crowded party, users can enjoy clear conversations from up to three meters away. With a 120-degree range of audio pick up and directional noise reduction, conference calls are crisper and clearer than ever before, no matter where they take place.

Globally Connected

The P9 has built-in dual-SIM, dual-standby and dual-connectivity support. It supports 33 mainstream frequencies in more than 100 countries, LTE (Cat 6) and connectivity speeds of up to 300Mbps, making the P9 a true global smartphone for frequent travellers.

About Huawei Consumer Business Group

Huawei's products and services are available in more than 170 countries and are used by a third of the world's population, ranking third in the world in mobile phone shipments in 2014.  Sixteen R&D centers have been set up in the United States, Germany, Sweden, Russia, India, and China. Huawei Consumer Business Group is one of Huawei's three business units and covers smartphones, mobile broadband devices, home devices and cloud services. Huawei's global network is built on 20 years of expertise in the telecom industry and is dedicated to delivering the latest technological advances to consumers around the world.

For more information please visit: http://consumer.huawei.com

For regular updates on Huawei Consumer BG, follow us on:

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Twitter: http://twitter.com/HuaweiDevice

YouTube: http://youtube.com/HuaweiDevice

Instagram: https://instagram.com/huaweiconsumer

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SOURCE  Huawei

Huawei

CONTACT: catherine.smiles@hkstrategies.com / +44-(0)207-413-3000

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Change the Way You See the World: Hollywood Stars & World Renowned Photographers Join Huawei to Reinvent Smartphone Photography at the Launch of the Huawei P9

LONDON, April 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

       
        - Change the way you see the world with the Huawei P9 series Co-Engineered with
          Leica
        - Hollywood A-list actor Henry Cavill attends global launch as face of campaign with
          host of famous names from the world of photography, film and the arts

    Today, at an exclusive launch event at London's Battersea Evolution, Huawei Consumer
Business Group unveiled the much-awaited Huawei P9 series, destined to reinvent smartphone
photography.

    At the global technology brand's star-studded event, Hollywood actor Henry Cavill, who
features in the Huawei P9 campaign alongside Scarlett Johansson (both global product
ambassadors for Huawei P9 series), was joined by a host of world-renowned photographers
including Mary McCartney and National Geographic World Press Photo Award winning
photographer David Guttenfelder.

    The event was attended by over 1000 media and guests - including Huawei UK Board
members Sir Andrew Cahn and Dame Helen Alexander and business leaders from around the
world including: Jim Egan, CEO BBC News; Jonathan Newhouse, Chairman and Chief Executive
Conde Nast International; and Anita Chang, Publisher Vogue China.

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

    Images from the ground-breaking dual-lens camera are brought to life on a 5.2 inch
full HD display. The P9 is powered by Huawei's latest Kirin 955 chipset and runs Android
Marshmallow 6.0.

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

    Richard Yu, CEO, Huawei Business Group, comments: "We believe in cultural technology,
born out of people's curiosity and desire to be creative by changing the way they
experience the world around them. With the P9, working with Leica, we have challenged the
norm of what was possible in lens technology - a game-changer for smartphone photography.

    "Our launch city of London is renowned globally for cultural excellence. We see the P9
- coupled with our iconic partners, who are equally renowned for their determination to
look beyond what is possible, whether in the field of creative arts, design or engineering
- as the next step in a visual revolution."

    "As technology changes the way we capture and enjoy photography, we are excited to
work with a like-minded partner such as Huawei, equally committed to a cultural, visual
future," commented Oliver Kaltner, CEO of Leica Camera AG. "Huawei's passion for pushing
boundaries of innovation, matched with our proven expertise in camera and lens engineering,
has made for a beautiful collaboration in creation of the P9."

    Hollywood stars and faces of the campaign, Henry Cavill and Tony award-winner Scarlett
Johannson, will appear in a new TV commercial shot in Shanghai and New Zealand by famed
director Baillie Walsh from RSA, which will air internationally from mid April. Where both
stars are normally the subjects of the camera's gaze, here we see them putting the Huawei
P9's amazing camera technology to the test to capture, share and compete for the best
shot...but who will win? The exciting preview trailer of the TV commercial was aired at
the event: showcasing the tantalizing meeting of two Hollywood stars; Shanghai with
Hollywood; Leica with Huawei; and black and white with colour.  

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

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

    Huawei also partnered with a number of high profile professional photographers to
support the launch of Huawei P9 including iconic fashion photographer, Mario Testino, who
shot the campaign visuals. Other renowned creators involved in the project include: Mary
McCartney; National Geographic photographer, David Guttenfelder; Reuben Krabbe, from
extreme sports community, Banff; and Zhu Yinghao, Conde Nast Traveler magazine; and the
renowned photographic community, Eye Em. Each photographer collaborated by shooting a
collection of images with the P9, inspired by and to showcase the ground-breaking new
capabilities of the smartphone.

    For further information, search #OO.

    Pricing:  

                        Version        EUR (includes tax)

       
          P9           3GB + 32 GB   EUR599
                       4GB + 64 GB   EUR649

       
         P9 Plus       4GB + 64 GB   EUR749

    Available beginning April 16, first wave launch markets include: 

       
        Austria             Greece              Poland
        Bahrain             Hungary             Portugal
        Belgium             Ireland             Qatar
        China               Italy               Saudi Arabia
        Czech Republic      Jordan              Spain
        Egypt               Lebanon             Sweden
        Denmark             Kuwait              Switzerland
        Finland             Netherlands         United Arab Emirates
        France              Norway              United Kingdom
        Germany             Oman

    The P9 is available in four colours: Rose Gold, Prestige Gold, Titanium Grey and
Mystic Silver, with the P9 Deluxe version available in Haze Gold and Ceramic White. The P9
Plus, with a 5.5-inch display, is available in Haze Gold, Quartz Grey and Ceramic White.

    Notes to Editors 

    Huawei P9 key features 

       
        - The 5.2 inch full HD display included in the P9 uses the Hollywood movie colour
          gamut, allowing the display to cover 96 percent of the colour spectrum.
        - The dual-lens 12MP camera features RGB and BW sensors, as well as laser-assisted
          focus. This makes the camera 200 per cent more sensitive than predecessors and allows
          it to provide 300 per cent more detail.
        - The P9 is powered by Huawei's latest Kirin 955 chipset, which is based on the TSMC
          16nm FinFET Plus chip technology. CPU performance is 100 per cent faster than the P8
          and 3D graphics are improved by 125 per cent.
        - Running Android Marshmallow 6.0, the P9 uses the Huawei Emotion UI 4.1 interface,
          adding hundreds of user experience tweaks and improvements.
        - The P9 supports the latest reversible USB Type-C Connector technology.

    Efficient Conferencing  

    The P9 features "Super Hands-Free 3.0" technology, which enables hands-free operation
of the phone in a variety of locations. Whether you're in the car, a conference room or at
a crowded party, users can enjoy clear conversations from up to three meters away. With a
120-degree range of audio pick up and directional noise reduction, conference calls are
crisper and clearer than ever before, no matter where they take place.

    Globally Connected 

    The P9 has built-in dual-SIM, dual-standby and dual-connectivity support. It supports
33 mainstream frequencies in more than 100 countries, LTE (Cat 6) and connectivity speeds
of up to 300Mbps, making the P9 a true global smartphone for frequent travellers.

    About Huawei Consumer Business Group

    Huawei's products and services are available in more than 170 countries and are used
by a third of the world's population, ranking third in the world in mobile phone shipments
in 2014.  Sixteen R&D centers have been set up in the United States, Germany, Sweden,
Russia, India, and China. Huawei Consumer Business Group is one of Huawei's three business
units and covers smartphones, mobile broadband devices, home devices and cloud services.
Huawei's global network is built on 20 years of expertise in the telecom industry and is
dedicated to delivering the latest technological advances to consumers around the world.

    For more information please visit: http://consumer.huawei.com

    For regular updates on Huawei Consumer BG, follow us on:

       
         
         
        Facebook: http://facebook.com/HuaweiDevice 
        Twitter: http://twitter.com/HuaweiDevice 
        YouTube: http://youtube.com/HuaweiDevice 
        Instagram: https://instagram.com/huaweiconsumer 
        Google+: https://plus.google.com/+HuaweiDevice 

     

Huawei

CONTACT: catherine.smiles@hkstrategies.com /  +44-(0)207-413-3000

OmniVision Brings 2K Video to Tamron's Innovative Camera Module, the World's First with Optical Vibration Compensation

OV4689 Sensor Delivers 2K Full HD Video and Low-Light Sensitivity to Tamron's Ultra-Compact MP1010M-VC for Security and Action Cameras

LAS VEGAS, April 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- OmniVision Technologies, Inc., a leading developer of advanced digital imaging solutions, and Tamron Co., Ltd., an integrated optics manufacturer and leader in the security and surveillance equipment industry, today announced that OmniVision's OV4689 CameraChip(TM) sensor will be utilized in Tamron's ultra-compact MP1010M-VC camera module to capture crisp images and videos of fast moving objects in security and action cameras. The MP1010M-VC is the world's first compact imaging solution that features optical vibration compensation, which delivers unprecedented image stabilization, even when recording in highly unstable settings.

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"The security market expects increasing imaging capabilities from smaller camera modules," said Yoshinori Narita, general manager at Tamron. "The OV4689 is an excellent example of OmniVision's dedication to pushing the standards of digital imaging through innovative technologies and complex manufacturing processes. The OV4689 enables excellent image quality while maintaining a small package size, making it an ideal sensor to support our MP1010M-VC's unique optical vibration compensation capability."

"Image blurring is detrimental to both security and action camera applications, and remains a particularly difficult problem for camera modules to address while maintaining a compact form factor," said Chris Yiu, senior marketing manager at OmniVision. "The MP1010M-VC is Tamron's solution to this quandary, offering an exceptional level of image stabilization in a remarkably small camera module. It can be used in advanced security applications as well as emerging markets such as action, drone, and wearable cameras."

The MP1010M-VC is an extremely compact and lightweight camera module that significantly shortens installation time and reduces end-product size and weight, with a total length of 58.4 mm and weighing just 77 grams. Leveraging OmniVision's 4-megapixel OV4689, the MP1010M-VC captures full-resolution 2K ultra high definition (UHD) video and 720p HD video at 60 frames per second (FPS). The 1/3-inch OV4689 also features high dynamic range (HDR) and a high-speed 4-lane MIPI serial output interface with fast data transfer rates to enable excellent scene reproduction.

The MP1010M-VC with OV4689-enabled HD capabilities is currently in volume production and available for sampling.

About OmniVision
OmniVision Technologies is a leading developer of advanced digital imaging solutions. Its award-winning CMOS imaging technology enables superior image quality in many of today's consumer and commercial applications, including mobile phones, notebooks, tablets and webcams, digital still and video cameras, security and surveillance, entertainment devices, automotive and medical imaging systems. Find out more at http://www.ovt.com.

About Tamron Co., LTD
"New Eyes for Industry" is Tamron's philosophy. This creed is consistent with the company's position as a manufacturer of a wide range of original optical products, from interchangeable lenses for SLR cameras to various optical devices for both the general consumer and OEM. Tamron makes optical products that contribute to a range of different industries and will continue to devote its rich creativity and leading-edge technical prowess to various industrial fields. Furthermore, Tamron is fully aware of its responsibility to the environment and aspires to help preserve the natural environment in all of its business activities. Find out more at http://www.tamron-usa.com.

OmniVision® and the OmniVision logo are registered trademarks of OmniVision Technologies, Inc. CameraChip(TM) is a trademark of OmniVision Technologies, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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CONTACT: Media Contact: Cameron Crowe, Impress Labs, 415.735.8420, cameron@impresslabs.com, Tamron Contact: Keijiro Abe, Tamron Co., Ltd., +81-48-677-6652, ke-abe@tamron.co.jp, Company Contact: Scott Foster, OmniVision Technologies, 408.567.3077, sfoster@ovt.com

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

Schneider Electric Introduces Cloud-Based Integrated Security Management System

AccessXpert empowers on-the-go security professionals, improves business efficiencies

DALLAS, April 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Schneider Electric today introduced AccessXpert, a new, fully web-based security management solution at ISC West 2016. Based on the latest in open-protocol support, AccessXpert simplifies and streamlines security management for today's on-the-move security staff.

The new solution leverages secure, cloud-based technologies to provide building owners, managers and security personnel with anywhere, anytime mobile access to video surveillance, intrusion detection, access control, alarm management and other systems. In addition, it merges security with Schneider Electric's SmartStruxure(TM) building management system (BMS) to enable clearer decisions, faster responses and maximum facility efficiency.

"AccessXpert marks an evolution of intelligent building integration that aligns security and sustainability for enhanced building efficiency and performance," said Jim Sandelin, Senior Vice President, EcoBuilding, Schneider Electric North America Operation. "Today's security professionals operate in a constantly changing, on-the-move environment and need access to critical data from their laptops, tablets or smart phones. We are committed to providing our customers with the world's most open and innovative security solutions to help make more informed decisions and ultimately drive savings."

AccessXpert is a collaborative effort led by Schneider Electric with Mercury Security and Feenics, all contributing their unique expertise. Mercury Security's open hardware platforms make AccessXpert an affordable migration option for customers, including standardized integration to third-party security devices such as door hardware or intrusion detection. With a robust access control software platform from Feenics, AccessXpert moves into the cloud enabling access anywhere, anytime. Schneider Electric brings its long-standing commitment to integrated, smart buildings, integrating AccessXpert to its StruxureWare(TM) BMS software platform with full BACnet support.

"We are very excited to partner with a leading, global organization like Schneider Electric to bring new value to security managers facing budget constraints," said Frank Gasztonyi, CTO of Mercury Security. "Their approach to embedding Mercury's open-access technology into their security system platform and complementary focus on building integration provides a unique solution to the industry."

"AccessXpert is the perfect solution for those looking to modernize their security infrastructure without having to make significant IT investments," said Paul DiPeso, Executive Vice President, Feenics. "We are proud to help put comprehensive security management power into the hands of building owners and facility managers through this collaborative effort with Schneider Electric and Mercury Security."

Schneider Electric will showcase AccessXpert at ISC West 2016, which runs from April 6-8 at the Sands Expo and Convention Center in Las Vegas. Visit booth #10037 to learn more.

AccessXpert is currently available in North America. For more information, please visit http://www.schneider-electric.us/accessxpert.

About Schneider Electric

Schneider Electric is the global specialist in energy management and automation. With revenues of ~$30 billion in FY2015, our 160,000+ employees serve customers in over 100 countries, helping them to manage their energy and process in ways that are safe, reliable, efficient and sustainable. From the simplest of switches to complex operational systems, our technology, software and services improve the way our customers manage and automate their operations. Our connected technologies reshape industries, transform cities and enrich lives. At Schneider Electric, we call this Life Is On.

http://www.schneider-electric.com/us

About Mercury Security Corporation

Mercury Security Corporation is the global leader in the supply of OEM access control hardware. Built on an open platform, with over 3 million panels sold, Mercury has the largest installed base and greatest accumulated run time of any access hardware provider in the world. Headquartered in Long Beach, California, Mercury has been providing enhanced access control technology since 1992.

More information is available at http://www.mercury-security.com

About Feenics

Feenics is the industry's most secure, on premise or cloud-hosted, integrated access control and security management solutions. Featuring two-factor authentication, TLS encrypted field hardware and a secure SSL connection, the Feenics solution provides the end user powerful features, with an easy to navigate user interface (UI). As a hosted platform, Feenics solutions reduce the total cost of ownership (TCO) by eliminating servers and appliances, while the UI is accessible anywhere there is an Internet connection, providing peace of mind with full disaster recovery and redundancy. Designed by a leading industry integrator and innovator specifically for the systems integration and value-added reseller markets, Feenics' modular design scales linearly - from single sites to an enterprise environment. Feenics monitors real-time events and pushes alarm or manual notifications out via email or SMS; locks down doors with a single click; creates badges; and integrates with leading providers of intrusion, video, wireless locks and accessories. In addition, Feenics utilizes non-proprietary field hardware by Mercury and HID. http://www.feenics.com

SOURCE  Schneider Electric

Schneider Electric

CONTACT: Media Contact, Schneider Electric, Lainey Nakhleh, Tel: 972-323-5413, Lainey.nakhleh@schneider-electric.com, Media Contact, Text100 for Schneider Electric, Caroline Pennartz, Tel: 617-399-4920, caroline.pennartz@text100.com

Web Site: http://www.schneider-electric.com/us

Synthace Partners With Microsoft to Bring Antha to Azure

LONDON, April 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    Synthace Ltd., a London based technology company developing Antha, a high level
language and operating system for working with biology, today announced it has entered
into a strategic partnership with Microsoft to use Azure cloud analytics, cognitive
services, and machine learning.

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    Geoff Hughes, Business Development at Microsoft commented: "We are excited about
Antha's ability to transform the productivity of working with biology, from genomics, to
drug discovery, to bio manufacturing. We are delighted to be working with Synthace to
deliver this disruptive technology through Microsoft's Azure Cloud Machine Learning
services via our BizSpark Plus program."

    "Supporting projects like Antha is part of Microsoft's long term commitment to help
people innovate and improve all of our lives through the power of technology," said Raya
Yunakova, Startup Programs Manager, Microsoft UK. "The BizSpark Plus program provides
entrepreneurs with essential tools and technology, giving them the freedom they need to
create and grow. We are humbled by the ambitious tasks that Synthace and others like them
undertake and are excited that we can support them in their journey."

    "Biological experimentation is in crisis. Understanding complex systems is impossible
if the underlying working practices are as highly variable and failure prone as they are
today," said Sean Ward, Founder and CTO of Synthace. "Powerful advances in AI and deep
learning are of little use without sufficient and structured experimental data to train
them on, which is why Antha is bioscience's missing link."

    Antha is an open-source language that provides a clear and complete description of
working practices, which can then be translated, using the AnthaOS operating system, into
automated execution on hardware from many different vendors. It also ensures that
structured data is produced from every experiment. The result for the user is enhanced
traceability, reproducibility and simplicity.

    Andrew Phillips, Head of Bio Computation at Microsoft Research commented "As we
develop the next generation of biodesign software technologies it is critical to be able
to translate them into the real world. Antha solves the current disconnect and major
bottleneck between this digital to physical transition enabling us to build and apply
advanced tools to understand and engineer biology."

    About Synthace 

    Synthace is transforming the engineering of biology, for all its applications across
health, food, energy and manufacturing. Combining computation, biology and automation the
company is able to rapidly develop robust, high yielding bioprocesses to make bio-based
products. Central to Synthace's technology is Antha, a platform that brings quality by
design and design for manufacturing to biological research and development. Learn more at
http://www.synthace.com and http://www.antha.com.

    About BizSpark Plus 

    Microsoft BizSpark Plus is a premier program offered exclusively through select
partners that helps startups succeed by giving free access to Microsoft Azure cloud
services, software and support.

       
         
        Company Contact 
        Sean Ward 
        Founder & CTO 
        sward@synthace.com 
        +44(0)77385-11117 
        +44(0)207-554-5877 

     

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Vivo Releases V3 and V3Max Smartphones to Deliver a Smoother Audio-visual Experience

MUMBAI, India, April 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading smartphone brand Vivo officially announced the launch of its V3 and V3Max smartphones at a product release conference in Mumbai, India on April 5.

    --  Faster Operation with 4GB RAM
    --  Fast charging of five minutes for two-hour music playback
    --  Refine metallic body with 7.55 to 7.58mm slim design
    --  Faster fingerprint unlocking
    --  Hi-Fi quality sound
    --  Super-fast Shots
To view the full multimedia release, click here: http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7800151-vivo-v3max-smartphone/

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Part of Vivo's 2016 V Series, the V3 and V3Max have a stylish, all-metal case design that not only guarantees durability, but also makes the phones much slimmer -- only 7.55 to 7.58mm in thickness.

In addition to a stylish exterior the new smartphones aim to provide a more efficient, fluent and enjoyable video and audio experience with modern phone users around the world in mind.

The V3Max combines 4GB RAM with a Snapdragon Octa-Core CPU to boost stability and speed with performance 100% better than is predecessor. The camera takes a mere 0.7 seconds to start up and features PDAF technology to focus project in 0.1 seconds. Combining with the extra-large 5.5-inch screen the camera offers the best photo and video viewing experience.

Furthermore, due to its innovative power-saving technologies and fast charging function, the phones can play two hours of music after only five minutes of charging and both the V3 and V3Max are equipped with the VIVO AK4375 Hi-Fi chip that provides Hi-Fi audio quality for sound and video playback.

The V series also introduces fast finger print unlocking with ultra-speedy 360 degree fingerprint touch recognition system that reads finger prints in just 0.5 seconds, making the phones faster and more responsive while at the same time providing a double layer of security and privacy.

"From the hardware design to software optimization, the key advantages of the V3 and V3Max are faster usability, a more fluent interface and increased information security," said Alex Feng, chief marketing officer of Vivo. "At the same time, Vivo also seeks to deliver an enjoyable, smart Hi-Fi experience for the young and energetic phone user."

The Vivo V3 and V3Max will be released in eight countries: India, Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, Vietnam, Myanmar, Indonesia and China.

About Vivo

A young and energetic global smartphone brand focusing on introducing perfect sound quality and amazing design with cutting-edge technology, Vivo develops dynamic and stylish products for open-minded, passionate people.

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CONTACT: Melody Geng, Tel:+86-755-36991888 ext 8059, melody.geng@vivoglobal.com

Vivo Releases V3 and V3Max Smartphones to Deliver a Smoother Audio-visual Experience

MUMBAI, India, April 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading smartphone brand Vivo officially announced the launch of its V3 and V3Max smartphones at a product release conference in Mumbai, India on April 5.

    --  Faster Operation with 4GB RAM
    --  Fast charging of five minutes for two-hour music playback
    --  Refine metallic body with 7.55 to 7.58mm slim design
    --  Faster fingerprint unlocking
    --  Hi-Fi quality sound
    --  Super-fast Shots
To view the full multimedia release, click here: http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7800151-vivo-v3max-smartphone/

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Part of Vivo's 2016 V Series, the V3 and V3Max have a stylish, all-metal case design that not only guarantees durability, but also makes the phones much slimmer -- only 7.55 to 7.58mm in thickness.

In addition to a stylish exterior the new smartphones aim to provide a more efficient, fluent and enjoyable video and audio experience with modern phone users around the world in mind.

The V3Max combines 4GB RAM with a Snapdragon Octa-Core CPU to boost stability and speed with performance 100% better than is predecessor. The camera takes a mere 0.7 seconds to start up and features PDAF technology to focus project in 0.1 seconds. Combining with the extra-large 5.5-inch screen the camera offers the best photo and video viewing experience.

Furthermore, due to its innovative power-saving technologies and fast charging function, the phones can play two hours of music after only five minutes of charging and both the V3 and V3Max are equipped with the VIVO AK4375 Hi-Fi chip that provides Hi-Fi audio quality for sound and video playback.

The V series also introduces fast finger print unlocking with ultra-speedy 360 degree fingerprint touch recognition system that reads finger prints in just 0.5 seconds, making the phones faster and more responsive while at the same time providing a double layer of security and privacy.

"From the hardware design to software optimization, the key advantages of the V3 and V3Max are faster usability, a more fluent interface and increased information security," said Alex Feng, chief marketing officer of Vivo. "At the same time, Vivo also seeks to deliver an enjoyable, smart Hi-Fi experience for the young and energetic phone user."

The Vivo V3 and V3Max will be released in eight countries: India, Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, Vietnam, Myanmar, Indonesia and China.

About Vivo

A young and energetic global smartphone brand focusing on introducing perfect sound quality and amazing design with cutting-edge technology, Vivo develops dynamic and stylish products for open-minded, passionate people.

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CONTACT: Melody Geng, Tel:+86-755-36991888 ext 8059, melody.geng@vivoglobal.com

Genesis Gaming Announces the Highly Anticipated Release of Jason's Quest Video Slot Game

LONDON, April 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

       Jason's Quest Offers a Dramatic Adventure Combined with Multiple Levels of Fun 

    Genesis Gaming has announced today the release of its multi-level video slot game
Jason's Quest, available on the Quickfire and Relax platforms and fully optimized in HTML5
for desktop and mobile. Based on the famed Greek legend of the adventures of Jason and the
Argonauts, this video slot combines cinematic storytelling, engaging fun, and multiple
levels.

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    Chart your course for a legendary quest to capture the mythical Golden Fleece in
Jason's Quest and experience multiple battles on this epic adventure. Hercules has only
his strength and spear to defeat the lumbering Cyclops. His Cyclops battle rewards up to
fifteen free spins, with multipliers and random added wilds. Then Jason's battle against
the multi-headed Hydra rewards credits and up to a ten times multiplier. Finally, Medea
faces off against the hordes of the Skeleton Army, awarding eight free spins with skeleton
symbols swapped for revealed symbols or credits.

    Players collect gems in order to unlock features and increase the Return-to-Player
(RTP) of the game. When each level is unlocked, previously unlocked levels improve.
Multiple levels of game play are made possible by a proprietary Genesis game mechanic
called Graduated Features. Graduated Features allows players to unlock new features with
game play over time, changing both the game play and opportunities to win.

    "Our Graduated Features mechanic really drives game play. Players are eager to unlock
levels and discover new features," said Scott Sims, Head of Global Design. "Once all
battles are unlocked, players are thrilled by the power to choose their favourite way of
winning."

    "The release of Jason's Quest has been highly anticipated since the game reveal at ICE
Totally Gaming in February 2016. Considerable interest has been mounting in the last two
months with significant media coverage," said James Watson, Director of European Sales.
"With great excitement, the game is finally available to players. Jason's Quest showcases
our commitment to extending the player experience."

    To play a demo of Jason's Quest and for more information click here
[http://gen-game.com/all-game-list/jasons-quest ].

    Watch the gameplay highlights of Jason's Quest in our trailer click here
[https://youtu.be/PybWL9DwnFY?list=PL6mhBIjwvTYViFY105wohklPVj75X8MDo ].

    This game is available right now through Quickfire in HTML5 for both desktop and
mobile, and will be available for dual release via Relax later this month.

    About Genesis Gaming 

    As a key supplier of slot content to the most prominent manufacturers and operators in
the casino gaming industry, Genesis Gaming has built its reputation on providing casino
gaming content that maximizes revenue for our customers.  With over 150 video slot games
produced, Genesis has world-class game designers and develops games for all digital
platforms whether they are land-based, online or mobile, and for real-money or social
gaming play. More information on Genesis can be found at: http://www.gen-game.com

            Contact:

         
        James Watson 
        Director, European Sales 
        +44(0)7815-292156 
        james.w@gen-game.com  

     

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EOSTATE MeltPool: Automated, Intelligent, Real-Time Process Monitoring for Direct Metal Laser-Sintering (DMLS®)

GOTHENBURG, Sweden, April 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

      Process monitoring and analysis per spot, per layer, per part; minimizing risk and

                             reducing quality assurance costs

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    EOS, worldwide technology and quality leader for high-end Additive Manufacturing (AM)
solutions launches EOSTATE MeltPool Monitoring as an add-on to the EOS M 290 DMLS system.
This innovative tool paves the way for complete part traceability as well as an automated
surveillance and analysis of the melt pool during the DMLS(R) build process - every spot,
every layer, every part. With the tool EOS expands its existing comprehensive portfolio of
monitoring solutions for AM by adding this high-performance online monitoring which
ensures even greater transparency of the complex build process. As such, EOSTATE MeltPool
targets R&D and manufacturing customers with demanding quality requirements.

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    Dr. Tobias Abeln, Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at EOS states: "We developed this
powerful, intelligent monitoring solution jointly with plasma Industrietechnik GmbH, a
global high-tech supplier of automated quality assurance systems." And he continues: "With
EOSTATE MeltPool Monitoring we offer a powerful expert tool to those who need to improve
their quality assurance procedures for AM and who want to build up deep insights into the
DMLS process to support further process development."

    Minimizing risk and reducing quality assurance costs

    Reliable quality assurance tools play a decisive role in boosting trust in a new
technology. The EOSTATE MeltPool Monitoring allows the quality assurance to be moved from
post- to in-process, not only supporting better risk management, but as well reducing time
and costs for quality assurance and as a consequence overall costs per part.

    Please find the complete English press release here
[http://www.eos.info/press/eostate-meltpool_automated-real-time-monitoring-for-direct-metal-laser-sintering ]
. For further information please contact Karin Wennerberg (phone
+46-317604642, E-mail: Karin.Wennerberg@eos.info).

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EverCompliant Becomes First Solution Capable of Detecting Transaction Laundering On Mobile Applications

By revealing hidden unreported mobile applications, URLs and payment environments, EverCompliant helps its customers ensure that merchants are operating in a lawful and compliant manner when processing transactions on mobile apps

COPENHAGEN, Denmark and TEL AVIV, Israel, April 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    EverCompliant [http://www.evercompliant.com ], the pioneer of Transaction Laundering
Detection and Prevention [http://www.evercompliant.com ], introduces a new capability to
its MerchantView platform detecting transaction laundering for mobile applications.
EverCompliant now provides acquirers, payment service providers, payment facilitators and
marketplaces with the ability to detect hidden mobile apps and fraudulent mobile payments
being processed through legitimate merchant accounts.

    With mobile payments expected to top $800 billion by 2019
[http://uk.businessinsider.com/mobile-payments-to-top-800-billion-by-2019-apple-pay-and-samsung-pay-2015-6?r=US&IR=T ]
, comes the increase of fraudulent transactions, specifically
the migration of transaction laundering to mobile. Fraudsters are now starting to use
mobile apps to process payments for illicit purposes through legitimate merchant accounts,
making it almost impossible for the payment industry to detect. When fraudulent
transactions go undetected, banks can end up paying heavy fines, face legal actions and
damage their overall reputation.

    Using state of the art cyber risk intelligence techniques, EverCompliant can detect
and prevent transaction laundering activities from entering the payment ecosystem. The
system reveals related and unreported mobile applications, URLs, payment environments and
provides the tools to manage risk on an ongoing basis. 

    "With the migration to mobile we are currently witnessing around the world, we expect
mobile ecommerce apps to become a prime target for fraud, resulting in millions of dollars
of loss and associated costs for payment industry players," said EverCompliant CEO Ron
Teicher. "As the pioneers of Transaction Laundering detection and prevention,
EverCompliant is closely monitoring the evolution of merchant based fraud techniques and
developing a unique technology to help our partners stay ahead of the curve."

    On April 6, EverCompliant will be announcing transaction laundering detection for
mobile apps at 4pm in Track Room 5. 

    About EverCompliant 

    EverCompliant is a leading provider of Cyber Risk Intelligence and Merchant Fraud
Detection. Our focus is to detect and prevent transaction and money launderers, hidden
transaction tunnels and merchant fraud from entering the e-commerce ecosystem. Our
innovative AI and cyber intelligence proprietary technologies allow our clients to manage
their merchant risk by gathering extensive risk management information that allows them to
reach a conclusive business decision regarding each of their merchants. EverCompliant is
headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel with offices in New York City. Learn more
at: http://www.evercompliant.com

       
         
        For more information please contact   
        Judith Wahnon 
        EverCompliant 
        +1-(516)-231-0353 
        Judithw@evercompliant.com   

     

EverCompliant

Synthace Partners With Microsoft to Bring Antha to Azure

LONDON, April 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    Synthace Ltd., a London based technology company developing Antha, a high level
language and operating system for working with biology, today announced it has entered
into a strategic partnership with Microsoft to use Azure cloud analytics, cognitive
services, and machine learning.

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    Geoff Hughes, Business Development at Microsoft commented: "We are excited about
Antha's ability to transform the productivity of working with biology, from genomics, to
drug discovery, to bio manufacturing. We are delighted to be working with Synthace to
deliver this disruptive technology through Microsoft's Azure Cloud Machine Learning
services via our BizSpark Plus program."

    "Supporting projects like Antha is part of Microsoft's long term commitment to help
people innovate and improve all of our lives through the power of technology," said Raya
Yunakova, Startup Programs Manager, Microsoft UK." The BizSpark Plus program provides
entrepreneurs with essential tools and technology, giving them the freedom they need to
create and grow. We are humbled by the ambitious tasks that Synthace and others like them
undertake and are excited that we can support them in their journey."

    "Biological experimentation is in crisis. Understanding complex systems is impossible
if the underlying working practices are as highly variable and failure prone as they are
today," said Sean Ward, Founder and CTO of Synthace. "Powerful advances in AI and deep
learning are of little use without sufficient and structured experimental data to train
them on, which is why Antha is bioscience's missing link."

    Antha is an open-source language that provides a clear and complete description of
working practices, which can then be translated, using the AnthaOS operating system, into
automated execution on hardware from many different vendors. It also ensures that
structured data is produced from every experiment. The result for the user is enhanced
traceability, reproducibility and simplicity.

    Andrew Phillips, Head of Bio Computation at Microsoft Research commented "As we
develop the next generation of biodesign software technologies it is critical to be able
to translate them into the real world. Antha solves the current disconnect and major
bottleneck between this digital to physical transition enabling us to build and apply
advanced tools to understand and engineer biology."

    About Synthace 

    Synthace is transforming the engineering of biology, for all its applications across
health, food, energy and manufacturing. Combining computation, biology and automation the
company is able to rapidly develop robust, high yielding bioprocesses to make bio-based
products. Central to Synthace's technology is Antha, a platform that brings quality by
design and design for manufacturing to biological research and development. Learn more at
http://www.synthace.com and http://www.antha.com.

    About BizSpark Plus 

    Microsoft BizSpark Plus is a premier program offered exclusively through select
partners that helps startups succeed by giving free access to Microsoft Azure cloud
services, software and support.

       
         
        Company Contact 
        Sean Ward 
        Founder & CTO 
        sward@synthace.com 
        +44(0)77385-11117 
        +44(0)207-554-5877 

     

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TenTenTen Launches its Popular IPL Fantasy Game on Fandromeda

BANGALORE, April 6, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

    TenTenTen Digital Products, the company that created and ran the Official IPL Fantasy
League, has launched the IPL Fantasy Cricket game on its fantasy sports portal -
fandromeda.com [https://fandromeda.com ].

    Fantasy cricket is a game where users create virtual teams, and earn points and prizes
based on their players' performances in the real matches. So it gives every person a
chance to be a selector, and an opportunity to demonstrate their cricket knowledge. At the
end of it, there are prizes for the top teams, but more importantly, big bragging rights.

    TenTenTen's official IPL game was known for its user-friendly features like free
uncapped subs, daily challenges and live tracking of fantasy scores. All these features
are now available in Fandromeda.

    Fandromeda was launched during the recently concluded World T20, and found immediate
acceptance with over 50,000 users creating nearly 250,000 teams.

    When asked for the reason behind launching Fandromeda, Ramesh Srivats, the MD of
TenTenTen said, " People loved the official games we created for IPL. We sort of defined
the fantasy cricket experience for fans, in terms of rules & features, as well as the
interface. So we thought it would be a great idea to allow people to play it through the
year. Fandromeda launched a month back and got a great response in the recently concluded
World T20. The IPL game is now open. This is the same game that people loved and played
for 3 years. As we move ahead, we plan to expand our offering to not just cover all
cricket, but also innovate in other areas like bringing in paid games with cash prizes,
other sports like Kabaddi and Football, and even game formats beyond fantasy. The idea
behind Fandromeda is to give fans a permanent platform in which they can engage with their
favorite sports."

    Apart from single-match games for casual users, Fandromeda also caters to the die-hard
fan with the Championship mode. In this mode, users create an initial team and make
substitutions through the IPL. With features like free uncapped-sub, permanent stealth and
overseas cap, the game promises to add a new dimension of excitement throughout the
tournament. Users can also form private leagues to play with their friends. There will be
prizes for winners of single matches as well as toppers in the Championship mode.

    Fandromeda can be accessed on the web and mobile web. There's also an Android app that
can be downloaded from https://fandromeda.com/android.

       
         
        Media Contact 
        Ramesh Srivats 
        ramesh@tententen.in 
        +91-8042031030 
        MD & CEO 
        TenTenTen Digital Products Pvt. Ltd. 

     

TenTenTen Digital Products Pvt Ltd

Inspur Shares Innovative Deep Learning Technology at GTC16

SAN FRANCISCO, April 5, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Inspur released the Caffe-MPI, a multi node parallel version open source framework for Deep Learning, at the 2016 GPU Technology Conference (GTC16), which is being held from April 4-7 in Silicon Valley, California.

Inspur also announced its plan to launch a Deep Learning Speedup Program (DLSP), aimed at facilitating the accelerated development and efficient application of Deep Learning -- from the perspectives of hardware infrastructure, system optimization and parallel framework.

Caffe-MPI to Speed Up Deep Learning

The newly released version of Caffe-MPI features excellent cluster parallel scalability. Testing data shows that in a 4-node environment, the performance of the new version with 16 GPU cards is 13 times higher than the single GPU card version. Another feature of the new version is its support for the cuDNN library, which makes high-performance Deep Learning code development much easier for program developers.

DLSP Program to Facilitate Deep Learning Ecosystem Construction

During GTC16, Inspur announced its plan to launch the Deep Learning Speedup Program (DLSP), aimed at accelerated development and efficient application of Deep Learning from three perspectives: the innovation of hardware infrastructure, optimized system design, and improved parallel framework.

In the innovation of hardware infrastructure, Inspur plans to focus on the research and development of the offline training server, incorporating the latest Nvidia M40 GPU and the next generation Pascal GPU. Another focus is online identification applications based on M4 GPU, aimed at developing a GPU computing platform with better performance per watt.

In the optimized system design, Inspur will put together a team specializing in Deep Learning, based on the parallel computing laboratory - jointly established with NVIDIA - which will develop customized optimized solutions, based on the application demand for deep learning in various industries. This enables balanced design in system computing, storage and network, while fully tapping the potential of the system and ensuring satisfactory manageability.

In the improved parallel framework, Inspur will continue to increase its investment in the open-source project of the Caffe Deep Learning framework to attract more developers and users to get involved in community building. Currently, the open-source Caffe-MPI spearheaded by Inspur has attracted the attention of numerous companies and research institutes in China, India and the U.S.

Innovative Deep Learning: Enabling AI to Serve Society

For Inspur, the three Deep Learning plans announced have been, to a large extent, a result of the accomplished experience gathered from serving world-class internet companies such as Baidu, Alibaba and Tencent, enabling Inspur to build up strong R&D and innovation capability. Additionally, this has allowed Inspur to gather even further experience in internet data center products, more confidence in creating a Deep Learning computing platform to meet the demands of the internet, and other fields.

At present, Inspur's Deep Learning solutions have been applied in numerous internet companies including Tencent, Baidu, Alibaba, Qihoo, Iflytek and Jingdong, supporting "super brains" of various types, and providing intelligent services for society. With the three Deep Learning projects gradually rolling out, it is expected that Inspur's Deep Learning Solutions will be adopted by more companies in the future.

A key area of focus is that Inspur also presented NX5460M4, a Deep Learning server for industrial customers. The NX5460M4 is a high-performance blade server of Inspur I9000; a converged architecture of the blade server series specially optimized for Deep Learning applications, which supports a maximum of eight Deep Learning computing nodes and 16 GPU accelerator cards in a 12U space, as well as high-density servers, 4- and 8- socket key business servers, software defined storage and multiple computing schemes. This includes heterogeneous computing aimed at providing commercial corporate customers with the Deep Learning infrastructure, featuring high reliability, and high performance.

SOURCE  Inspur Group Co., Ltd.

Inspur Group Co., Ltd.

CONTACT: Yan Panpan, T: +86 (0)10-82581473, M: +86 18710190569, yanpanpan@Inspur.com

The next generation of Contour launches in Arizona

Voice-activated remote control, record six shows at once and an enhanced user guide are a few of the new, exciting upgrades

PHOENIX, April 5, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- After the successful completion of customer and employee trials, today, Cox Communications announced the launch of the new Contour to its customers in Arizona. The new Contour is the latest version of Cox's premier video product that offers Arizona customers a richer and game changing television experience.  In addition to the television, the cloud-based interface will be available on a new in-home mobile app.

"We are always looking for ways to expand and enhance our video experience for our customers," said John Wolfe, senior vice president and Southwest region manager, Cox Communications. "After extensive testing, we are confident that this new technology will take Contour to the next level.   Customers tell us the voice activated remote control, and the use of graphics and additional program information are a few of the favorite new features."

The new Contour offers customers new features including a user interface, predictive search, mobile apps and a voice-activated remote control.

On-screen guide features:

    --  An immersive user guide with rich graphics and images
    --  Cover artwork and detailed title information for more than 35,000 On
        Demand choices
    --  Predictive search returns network, title, genre or actor with a few
        letters
    --  Access to TV apps for personalized sports, news, weather and traffic
        directly from your remote
Contour app features:

    --  A second-screen personal video experience with the ability to stream
        live TV channels and free On Demand choices
    --  Available for iPhone, iPad, Android phones and tablets, and PC/Mac Web
        browsers anywhere on your home Wi-Fi network
DVR features:

    --  Records six shows at once
    --  2 terabytes of storage with capacity to store up to 300 hours of HD
        shows and 1,000 hours of SD shows
    --  Start watching recorded program in one room, pause and resume in another
        room
Remote features:

    --  RF-enabled remote with backlighting
    --  Use the voice control remote to change channels, find shows, get
        recommendations and launch apps
In most cases, the new Contour will be similarly priced as customers' current Contour service, but does require a professional installation. Customers in Arizona can order the new Contour starting now. For more information, click here.

SOURCE  Cox Communications

Cox Communications

CONTACT: Andrea Katsenes, 623-328-3272, David Weissman, 480-317-6072

Web Site: https://www.cox.com