EmoFix Heads to Indiegogo, Delivers Photo and Video Taking Capabilities Without Touching a Smartphone
DÃSSELDORF, Germany, April 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --
EmoFix, an innovative Bluetooth device that enables photo and video capture without
using a smartphone, has officially debuted on Indiegogo
EmoFix has officially launched its crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo in an attempt to
bring this innovative Bluetooth device to the public.
Smartphones are ubiquitous today - it seems like everyone has one. However, taking
pictures and video with these devices still comes with some usability issues. Users must
take their phone out of their pocket or purse, switch the screen on, open the camera app,
choose video or still photography mode, focus and then click. The unfortunate result is
that, in many instances, the moment has passed.
In addition to missed opportunities, it's sometimes not possible to use a smartphone.
For instance, many environments can damage cell phones - swimming pools, while bicycling,
and more. EmoFix provides users complete freedom, allowing them to capture pictures and
video footage without touching their phone.
"We made EmoFix with love," explains the company's COO, Vladimir Malakchi. "It's the
perfect phone companion for everyday use. EmoFix makes your life easier, and you can use
it anywhere. It's water resistant and durable, and we made it metallic to ensure it lasts
as long as possible."
EmoFix is a unique device that connects to any smartphone via Bluetooth. It offers a
30-foot range, and shoots pictures and video using the rear camera of the mobile phone to
deliver the highest quality results. There's no app installation necessary with EmoFix,
either. Users simply switch it on, pair it with the phone, and it's ready to go in just
three seconds. It's compact enough to fit in a wallet or pocket, and the stylish, elegant
design stands out.
GAME GOLF Launches Free App Featuring Real-Time Shot, Game Tracking and Rangefinder for iOS and Android Phones
Download and Play The Free GAME GOLF Tracking App For A Chance To Win A Free Once-In-A-Lifetime Golf Vacation to Ireland
SAN FRANCISCO, April 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- GAME GOLF, the first wearable device that automatically tracks and graphically displays a golfer's round with valuable game data and statistics, today announced the new GAME GOLF Tracking App enabling golfers to track their game and club distances in real-time, and manage their game with a built-in GPS rangefinder, all from their iOS or Android device. No purchase of the GAME GOLF physical device is required to use the new App.
In celebration of GAME GOLF's newest free app and its Irish roots, the company is giving away a once-in-a-lifetime Irish golf vacation. Two players and one guest each, who post a minimum of three 18-hole golf rounds with either the GAME GOLF wearable device or the new GAME GOLF Tracking App from now through June 30, 2015, will be eligible to receive an all-expense paid golf trip to Ireland. For contest rules, log on to GAMEGOLF.com.
"If you don't truly understand your game it's hard to improve. The free GAME GOLF Tracking App allows golfers to see their shot performance in real-time, something which many amateur golfers will never have had access to before," said John McGuire, CEO of GAME GOLF. "Further, it affords everyone access to the GAME GOLF platform to gather stats, collect data and share their game with friends, family, coaches and instructors."
The GAME GOLF Tracking App can be downloaded and put in play just before teeing off. The App provides golfers with an aerial view of each hole, distances to key locations using the GPS Rangefinder feature, and the ability to "tag" each shot by selecting the club used. You'll be able to see - greens in regulations, fairway accuracy, scrambling percentage, putts per hole, club distances and more. Golfers can view their platform profile and data on their mobile device or at GAMEGOLF.com.
The GAME GOLF TRACKING App can be downloaded for free on iOS in the App Store or on Android at the Google Play Store.
About GAME GOLF:
GAME GOLF is dedicated to bringing innovative ways for golfers to connect to their game, PGA Professionals and their friends through the wearable GAME GOLF device and the GAME GOLF Tracking App. Golfers can then see their game and club performance to help them improve online at GAMEGOLF.com and on the GAME GOLF Tracking App.
The development company behind GAME GOLF is Active Mind Technology, a privately held company pioneering the gamification of sport through its development of the GAME platform.
GAME GOLF has strategic partnerships with Golf Channel, The PGA of America and British PGA. GAME GOLF is in use in 104 countries with over 36,000 worldwide golf courses mapped. For information, visit http://www.gamegolf.com.
Jeppesen Adds Audio Warnings Feature To Mobile FliteDeck VFR, Featuring Sennheiser Headset Technology
Other new VFR app functionality includes automatic flight time logging to simplify flying
ENGLEWOOD, Colo., April 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Jeppesen, a part of Boeing Commercial Aviation Services, recently teamed with renowned audio specialist and aviation headset provider Sennheiser to introduce automatic audio warnings as a new feature of its popular flight information solution for private pilots who fly under visual flight rules - Mobile FliteDeck VFR.
The new Mobile FliteDeck VFR audio warning functionality adds another data-driven, or real-time, presentation of flight information for pilots. Using Sennheiser's leading S1 Digital headset, pilots are now able to connect to the app via Bluetooth wireless technology and receive real-time critical airspace and waypoint audio warnings. This enhances pilot workflow and reduces manual interaction and "head down" time while using the app on iPad.
"The introduction of automatic audio warnings with Mobile FliteDeck VFR adds a new layer of situational awareness that reduces reliance on graphical visual warnings on screen," said Tim Huegel, director, Jeppesen Aviation Portfolio Management. "Paired with Sennheiser headset technology, this new sound warning capability will help private pilots remain 'head up' while flying, especially in critical airspace and while monitoring waypoints."
When flying in or near controlled airspace, pilots using Mobile FliteDeck VFR now will receive both visual and audio warnings to ensure pilot airspace awareness. Both "ping" style sounds and spoken word "airspace" warnings alert pilots to current airspace details. Similar audio and visual waypoint alerts also are now available if the pilot has defined route waypoints. Additionally, pilots are able to choose which audio alerts they would like to receive, providing an individualized experience.
"Coupling the clarity and personalized noise reduction of the S1 Digital with the audio cues from Mobile FliteDeck VFR increases the pilot's confidence and comfort when flying in complex airspace. Sennheiser is proud to be associated with Jeppesen in this effort," said David Dunlap, director, Sennheiser Aviation. "The Bluetooth interface to the App is just one of many advanced features of communication and comfort the S1 Digital provides."
In addition to new audio warning capabilities, Jeppesen also has introduced automatic flight time logging, or "auto log" capabilities to further reduce pilot workload and enhance the "hands free" in-flight app experience.
Jeppesen Mobile FliteDeck VFR is available for a free download and trial phase through the App Store on iPad or at http://www.itunes.com/appstore/. For more information on Jeppesen Mobile FliteDeck VFR, videos, tutorials and insights into the design and development team, please visit http://www.jeppesen.com/flitedeck-vfr.
About Jeppesen
For more than 80 years, Jeppesen has made it possible for pilots and their passengers to safely and efficiently reach their destinations. Today, this pioneering spirit continues as Jeppesen delivers transformative information and optimization solutions to improve the efficiency of air and sea operations around the globe. Jeppesen is a Boeing subsidiary and part of the Digital Aviation business unit within Boeing Commercial Aviation Services. Boeing offers the industry's largest portfolio of services, support and solutions, collectively known as the Boeing Edge, providing customers a competitive advantage by solving real operational problems, enabling better decisions, maximizing efficiency and improving environmental performance - intelligent information solutions across the entire aviation ecosystem.
About Sennheiser
The Sennheiser Group based in Wedemark near Hanover, Germany, was founded in 1945 and has gone on to become a leading manufacturer of microphones, headphones and wireless transmission systems. Sales in 2013 totaled 590.4 million euros. Sennheiser employs more than 2,500 staff worldwide and operates plants in Germany, Ireland and the USA. The company has a worldwide network of subsidiaries in France, Great Britain, Belgium, the Netherlands, Switzerland and Liechtenstein, Germany, Denmark (Nordic), Russia, Hong Kong, India, Singapore, Japan, China, Australia and New Zealand, Canada, Mexico, and the USA. It also has long-established trading partners in other countries. Georg Neumann GmbH, Berlin, a maker of studio microphones and monitor speakers, and Sennheiser Communications A/S, a joint venture making headsets for PCs, offices and call centers, are also part of the Sennheiser Group.
More up-to-date information about Sennheiser is available on the internet at http://www.sennheiser.com
SOURCE Jeppesen
Jeppesen
CONTACT: Brian Rantala, +1-303-328-4370, brian.rantala@jeppesen.com
Cricket Wireless Offers the New Samsung Galaxy S 6 for as Little as $19.99 Initial Phone Payment
With plans starting at $35/month after $5 AutoPay Credit
ATLANTA, April 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Cricket Wireless announces the new Samsung Galaxy S(®) 6 will be available in its stores and on cricketwireless.com, beginning April 24. This amazing smartphone retails for $649.99, but thanks to Cricket's new Phone Payment Plans*, customers can get the Galaxy S 6 for $19.99 initial phone payment, with approved credit, and a smartphone plan. Alternatively, customers can take advantage of Cricket's 90 days same-as-cash payment option after a $49.99 initial payment, and no credit check.
"The Samsung Galaxy S 6 is a must-have device for smartphone lovers, and consumers are beginning to shop for a great deal. That's where we come in," said Andy Smoak, head of devices for Cricket Wireless. "Cricket's low monthly rate plans combined with our new Phone Payment Plans make the latest premium devices like the Samsung S 6 easier to get. Add in the fact that Cricket has more 4G LTE coverage nationwide than T-Mobile, Metro-PCS, Sprint or Boost, and it makes Cricket a great choice for smart consumers."
For a limited time, customers switching from T-Mobile, Metro-PCS, Sprint, Boost, and others who switch to Cricket's $50/mo. or $60/mo. plans get one month free service**.
To check out the new Cricket or find a store near you, visit http://www.cricketwireless.com. Connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/cricketnation and Twitter at twitter.com/cricketnation. For news, information about events and other press materials about Cricket, visit the new Cricket Wireless Newsroom.
*Phone Payment Plans: Available at participating locations only. Credit financing and rent-to-own leasing options are not offered by Cricket Wireless LLC or its affiliates. Credit offers available to well-qualified customers. Activation of Cricket service on a qualifying smartphone plan and the first month service charge payment due at sale. See installment loan agreement/rental agreement for full details.
**Free Month of Service: Offer ends 4/30/15. New customers on Smart and Pro plans only. Must complete two months of service. Number porting required. Not available to AT&T customers, or Cricket CDMA customers. Free month applies to rate plan only and excludes features or other services. Active account in good standing req'd. Account credit applied approx. 5 days before 3rd month payment due date. Restrictions apply. See store for details.
Novatel Wireless Develops 3G Cellular Upgrade Solution for Icontrol One Dealers
Partnership Reflects Icontrol One Commitment to Quality Home Automation Solutions Specifically Tailored for Independent Dealers
REDWOOD CITY, Calif., April 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Icontrol Networks, the company behind the most widely distributed interactive security and home automation platform in the industry, announced a partnership with Novatel Wireless, Inc., (Nasdaq: MIFI), a leading provider of wireless solutions for the Internet of Things (IoT). Through this collaboration, Novatel Wireless enables Icontrol One dealers to integrate MiFi(®) Secure, a 3G cellular upgrade communication board, with the Icontrol One interactive security solution. This unique offering provides independent security dealers a simple solution to migrate existing 2G cellular network dependent alarm panels to 3G in addition to offering Wi-Fi and Z-Wave capabilities for home automation services.
Security service providers will need to upgrade more than four million customers nationwide from 2G to 3G before 2017. The MiFi Secure solution offers Icontrol One dealers the ability to upgrade their customers to 3G cellular networks and enable a simplified solution for home automation at the same time, all for less cost than many traditional standalone upgrade options.
"The future of IoT is about accessing all technologies all the time and to deliver future proof solutions to customers that enable that scenario," said Bob Hagerty, CEO of Icontrol Networks. "Through our partnership with Novatel Wireless, Icontrol One dealers can offer their customers the innovative MiFi technology that does just that. The dealers now have a 2-in-1 future proof solution that integrates Z-Wave, Wi-Fi and 3G with award-winning MiFi technology, for less than many solutions that offer just 3G."
The MiFi Secure product line offers easy to install home security and automation solutions that enable wireless home control using cellular, Wi-Fi and Z-Wave technologies. The products communicate with smart devices and appliances over local wireless communications such as Z-Wave and Wi-Fi networks, and provide communication to control systems over cellular 3G networks. The MiFi Secure products include an optional external antenna and over-the-air provisioning and remote firmware upgrade capabilities that reduce the overhead of costly on-site visits, as well as lengthy waiting times for scheduling of service providers.
"The Icontrol partnership is exciting for us, as it further demonstrates our commitment to advancing the IoT," said Slim Souissi, president and COO of Novatel Wireless. "We are bringing together best-in-class hardware and RF capabilities with the most widely distributed home automation and security management solution, resulting in an innovative, future proof product offering for security dealers who had no access to this type of service in the past."
For more information about Icontrol One, visit http://www.icontrolone.com or connect on social media via Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. ISC West attendees can find Icontrol One and Novatel Wireless at booth #35087.
About Icontrol Networks
Icontrol Networks' vision is to provide a connected home solution for every household, so people worldwide spend less time managing their lives and more time living them. Icontrol is making the connected home a reality through its software platforms, which are deployed by home security companies and service providers, and the all-in-one Piper home security, video monitoring and automation device for consumers. Icontrol is further pioneering the next generation of connected living through its OpenHome(TM) Developer Program, the first community for application and device makers to partner on a common platform. Venture investors in Icontrol include Charles River Ventures, the Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers iFund, and Intel Capital, with strategic investments from a variety of service providers including ADT, Comcast Ventures, Comporium and Rogers Communications. For more information about Icontrol Networks and Piper visit icontrol.com and getpiper.com.
About Novatel Wireless, Inc.
Novatel Wireless, Inc. (Nasdaq:MIFI) is a leader in the design and development of M2M wireless solutions based on 3G and 4G technologies. The Company delivers Internet of Things (IoT) and Cloud SAAS services to carriers, distributors, retailers, OEMs and vertical markets worldwide. Product lines include MiFi(®) Intelligent Mobile Hotspots, USB modems, Expedite(®) and Enabler embedded modules, Mobile Tracking Solutions, and Asset Tracking Solutions. These innovative products provide anywhere, anytime communications solutions for consumers and enterprises. Novatel Wireless is headquartered in San Diego, California. http://www.nvtl.com. @MiFi (Twitter)
MiFi is a registered trademark of Novatel Wireless, Inc. - the creators and patent holders of MiFi technology.
SOURCE Icontrol Networks
Icontrol Networks
CONTACT: Finn Partners for Icontrol Networks, Amanda Moss, 312.329.3905, Icontrol@finnpartners.com; Novatel Wireless, Anette Gaven, 619.993.3058, agaven@nvtl.com
Letv launches three flagship Super phones, fully surpassing Apple
HONG KONG, April 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- On April 14, Letv's event "Breaking Boundaries with Letv's Ecosystem" was held in Beijing and Silicon Valley simultaneously. Jia Yueting, founder of Letv, spoke to the public again after one year and introduced Le Super Phones, the first ecosystem phones in the world that support the vertically integrated Letv ecosystem. Three flagship products in two series, the Le 1 series and the Le Max series, were launched in the event. These Phones are equipped with state-of-the-art Qualcomm and MediaTek chips. Le Max is the world's first phone to adopt a full metal, full floating glass and bezel-free ID design. It also has the narrowest display edge (less than 1.5 mm). It also boasts the 2K Sharp "Le Screen", 21 MP Sony camera, custom-madeLe HiFi and flippable Type-C port. The Le 1 series, including Le 1 and Le 1 Pro, use the world's first pricing model based on BOM cost atRMB 1,499 andRMB 2,499 respectively. The flagship Le Max represents the culmination of technology and hardware and follows a unique user-pricing model, enabling the users to set the price with reference to the publicized BOM cost. The engineering version of the Le Phones will startaccepting buyers' reservations at10:00 am Hong Kong time on April 15 on shop.letv.com <http://shop.letv.com/>, and the flash saleswill start at 10:00 am on April 21. The 200,000 mass produced Le Phones will startaccepting buyers' reservations at 14:00 on May 5, and will be available for purchase at noon onMay 19.
<http://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20150415/8521502335-a> Jia Yueting, founder of Letv <http://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20150415/8521502335-b> Le 1 <http://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20150415/8521502335-c> Le 1 Pro <http://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20150415/8521502335-d> Le Max In the afternoon, Jia Yueting gave a speech for about two hours, during which he criticized Apple's lack of openness for inhibiting innovation and progress of the mobile industry. He stressed that Letv has surpassed Apple in many areas such as design, craftsmanship, hardware, video ecosystem and business model. Letv's open vertically integrated ecosystem, first of its kind in the world, has initiated the transformation of the mobile industry from the smart age to the ecosystem age. Mr. Jia elaborated on the concept, product, ecosystem, EUI, business model and pricing model of the Le Phones and was the first in the industry to disclose the BOM cost and mass production cost. He also took the ground-shaking step to use a pricing model based on mass production cost, a free hardware plan and a free data plan.
With its revolutionary business, product, sales and pricing models, Letv is going to redefine the mobile industry just like what it did to the television industry with its Super TVs. The mobile industry will now enter the age of vertical integration and open ecosystem, which is set to create new user value.
The unprecedented Letv event lasted for a whole day, attracting more than 1000 media from around the world. It was broadcast live worldwide onLetv.com <http://letv.com/> and other video websites and the total number of viewers exceeded 100 million, setting yet another record in the history of the Internet and mobile industries. Letv successfully set a new standard for this industry in terms of the event's duration, scale and influence.
Le Phone is not only a mobile phone. Instead, it is a comprehensive mobile Internet ecosystem. Letv is trying to break Apple's monopoly and bring down the barriers of hardware, applications, interactions, organizations and innovation with the powerful ecosystem, to create new value for users, new types of products and new functions by crossing different industries. Letv will vertically integrate the industrial chain and set higher standards for hardware, thus pushing for the advent of new technologies and materials. Letv will give life to hardware and disrupt the traditional manufacturers and the Internet marketers. The open vertically integrated ecosystem launched by Letv will be the future of phones and greater revolution can be expected for this industry.
Letv introduced the world's first ecosystem UI system, the EUI, which is a cross-device ecosystemic interactive hub. The mobile version of the EUI has redefined the boundaries of mobile Internet. It will cover Letv's TV, Phone and Auto applications and features high-speed connectivity and seamless connection with the Letv ecosystem. The mobile version of the EUI on Le Phones features the world's first categorized desktops: a unique Live desk, Application Desk, and LeView. It turns live broadcast and videos into new portals to the mobile Internet. Live shows are available 24 hours a day on Live Desk, which provides online live broadcasting, satellite TV,Le Channel and StarCast. LeView enables users to search, aggregate, recommend, remark and share. Excellent connectivity and seamless connection between different desks make the Ideaflow Interaction possible, therefore bringing down the barriers between applications and services and redefining the way people connect to the mobile Internet.
The launch event featured stars such as Huang Xiaoming, G.E.M.Tang, Yu Quan, Tsui Hark and Zheng Xiaolong. Hundreds of celebrities gave their support to Le Phones on Weibo. The event was also supported byLetv.com <http://letv.com/>, Letv, LeVP, Letv Cloud Computing, Letv Sports, Letv Music, LeCar,wangjiu.com <http://wangjiu.com/> and other ecosystem companies. Le Phone's global partners Qualcomm and Sharp, who are world leaders in the smart chip and tablet industries respectively, also joined the event. This fully demonstrated Le Phone's open vertically integrated ecosystem and its position and influence in the market right from the very beginning. Just like what Mr.Feng Xing, President of Lemobile, said, even if there was no ecosystem, Le Super Phones would still be powerful phones; but with the ecosystem, the Le Super Phones will be the pioneers to revolutionize the mobile Internet.
New Epson UltraChrome HD Pigment Ink Technology Delivers the Highest Print Permanence Ratings Ever Achieved for Epson UltraChrome Inks
All-New Photographic Pigment Ink Technology Featured in Epson SureColor Large-Format Photo Printers Preserves the Legacy of the Print
LONG BEACH, Calif., April 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Epson America, Inc. today achieved a milestone in photographic ink technology and print longevity with preliminary print permanence ratings for its all-new Epson UltraChrome(®) HD pigment ink technology, according to comprehensive tests conducted by Wilhelm Imaging Research, Inc. (WIR), the world's leading independent permanence testing laboratory. While accelerated display permanence tests are still underway, the data accumulated to date indicates that UltraChrome HD pigment inks can provide up to twice the WIR Display Permanence Ratings of previous generations of Epson UltraChrome inks with most Epson photo and fine art papers.
In addition, preliminary data from ongoing tests indicate that, depending on the specific paper, WIR Display Permanence Ratings for black and white prints made with UltraChrome HD inks using Epson's "Advanced Black and White Print Mode" will likely exceed 400 years.
WIR's multi-factor print permanence test procedures, which go far beyond just the effects of accelerated light exposure, evaluate all of the display and storage factors that can affect the life of a print over time. Prints made on Epson fine art photo papers and canvas with the new UltraChrome HD pigment inks are also expected to have WIR Album and Dark Storage Permanence Ratings well in excess of 200 years; the prints exhibit high resistance to atmospheric ozone; have very good water-resistance properties; and, the pigment images are extremely resistant to damage caused by storage or display in high-humidity environments.
"Epson continues to develop photographic printing and ink technologies that inspire photographers to print their art," said Mark Radogna, group manager, Epson Professional Imaging. "Utilizing eight newly developed high-stability pigment inks - cyan, magenta, yellow, black, light cyan, light magenta, light black, and light light black - the latest Epson UltraChrome HD inkset offers professionals an amazing tool to produce stunning prints that will preserve their photographic legacy far into the future."
The following papers are currently in testing at Wilhelm Imaging Research; additional papers and canvas materials will be added in the near future:
-- Epson Cotton Rag Matte Paper
-- Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Luster
-- Epson Exhibition Fiber Paper
-- Epson Hot Press Bright Fine Art Paper
-- Epson Hot Press Natural Fine Art Paper
-- Epson Cold Press Bright Fine Art Paper
-- Epson Cold Press Natural Fine Art Paper
-- Epson Exhibition Watercolor Paper Textured
Epson UltraChrome HD ink is featured in Epson's new professional suite of large-format photographic ink jet printers - the Epson SureColor(®) P600 13-inch photo printer and Epson SureColor P800 17-inch photo printer - and will continue in future product releases.
"With the increased Dmax, wider color gamut, and reduced metamerism provided by the new Epson UltraChrome HD pigment inks - which taken together serve to significantly enhance the visual brilliance of both color and black and white images - the increased overall permanence of the prints represents a significant contribution to photography," said Henry Wilhelm, founder and director of research at Wilhelm Imaging Research. "We look forward to posting print permanence test results for the new inks on a variety of media as the data become available. It is one of the realities of the print permanence testing field that the more stable the print, the longer the tests take to complete."
For details about the Wilhelm Imaging Research, Inc. multi-factor permanence testing procedures, visit http://www.wilhelm-research.com. For additional information regarding Epson large-format photo printers and Epson professional media, visit http://www.proimaging.epson.com.
About Wilhelm Imaging Research, Inc.
Wilhelm Imaging Research, Inc. has for over 35 years conducted research on the stability and preservation of traditional and digitally-printed color and black-and-white photographs and motion pictures. As an independent testing laboratory, WIR publishes on its website brand-name-specific, comparative permanence data for desktop and large-format inkjet printers and other digital printing devices. The comprehensive multi-factor test methods developed by WIR have become the de facto standard worldwide for evaluating the permanence of color and black and white photographs. A major research activity of WIR has been the development of improved accelerated image permanence tests and advanced, full tonal scale, colorimetric analysis methods for the fading and staining that occurs with color and black-and-white photographic images over time. Wilhelm Imaging Research also provides consulting services to museums, archives, and commercial collections on refrigerated and sub-zero freezer storage for the very long-term preservation of still photographs and motion pictures. (http://www.wilhelm-research.com)
About Epson
Epson is a global innovation leader dedicated to exceeding expectations with solutions for markets as diverse as the office, home, commerce, and industry. Epson's lineup ranges from inkjet printers, printing systems and 3LCD projectors to industrial robots, smart glasses and sensing systems and is based on original compact, energy-saving, and high-precision technologies.
Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the Epson Group comprises more than 72,000 employees in 94 companies around the world, and is proud of its ongoing contributions to the global environment and the communities in which it operates. Epson America, Inc. based in Long Beach, Calif. is Epson's regional headquarters for the U.S., Canada, and Latin America. To learn more about Epson, please visit: http://www.epson.com.
Note: EPSON, SureColor, UltraChrome are registered trademarks and Epson Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark of Seiko Epson Corporation. All other product and brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks.
Microsoft Introduces Lumia 540 Dual SIM: Crafted Details and Crisp, Clear HD for Under $150
REDMOND, Wash., April 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --Â Microsoft Corp. on Tuesday unveiled the Lumia 540 Dual SIM, designed for young, ambitious people looking for their first serious smartphone. The Lumia 540 Dual SIM features the latest Windows Phone 8.1 innovations and boasts a 5-inch HD display and crafted design details. It helps people stay productive on-the-go with Microsoft services like Skype and Office available out-of-the-box, and enables better mobile experiences, such as taking wide-angle selfies that fit in more of the action, thanks to the front-facing 5 megapixel camera. The new Lumia 540 Dual SIM is capable of upgrading to Windows 10 when the service becomes available later this year1. It is priced to appeal to value-conscious consumers in markets like India, the Middle East and Africa and Asia Pacific, starting at just $1492.
The Lumia 540 Dual SIM features quality-crafted hardware including a removable, durable back cover with a luminous, layered design3 and a generous 5-inch HD display for enjoying apps, photos, videos and the personalizable home screen. Built-in Skype integration enables people to switch seamlessly between voice and video calls, with the wide-angle, front-facing camera capturing even more of the conversation. The rear-facing 8-megapixel camera captures detail-rich photos with the help of an LED flash. Available apps include favorites such as Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp and Instagram, with thousands more available from Windows Phone Store. Microsoft services like Office, Outlook and up to 30 GB of free cloud storage via OneDrive4 mean people have the productivity tools to achieve more, anywhere. Smart Dual SIM allows people to assign unique profiles to their SIM cards, such as "work" or "family," to help them better manage daily communication.
"The Lumia 540 Dual SIM is a testament to our passion for product-making that is reflected across the entire Lumia product portfolio and will continue with future devices," saidJo Harlow, corporate vice president for Phones at Microsoft. "With the Lumia 540 Dual SIM, we've made it possible to deliver a smartphone with strong design and technology credentials that is also fun to use, and incredible value for money."
The Lumia 540 Dual SIM is powered by a Qualcomm® Snapdragon⢠processor featuring a quad-core CPU running at 1.2 GHz, 1 GB of RAM, and 8 GB5 of mass memory. The device will start rolling out inIndia, the Middle East and Africa, Asia Pacific, and Italy beginning in early May 2015. Pricing for the Lumia 540 Dual SIM starts at$149.6 It will be available in four colors: cyan, orange, white and black.7 Â
About Microsoft Devices
The Microsoft Devices Group includes award-winning hardware used by over a billion people around the world, including Lumia smartphones, Nokia ultra-affordable feature phones, Xbox hardware, Surface and Surface Hub, Microsoft Band, and HoloLens.
About Microsoft
Founded in 1975, Microsoft (Nasdaq "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software, services, devices and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential.
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Like any upgrade to a new operating system, not every phone will support all possible Windows 10 features. Certain features and experiences will require more advanced future hardware.
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Estimated price before local taxes and subsidies. Actual pricing may vary by market.
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Except in black.
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15 GB free space on OneDrive on signup and additional 15 GB free when camera roll backup is activated.
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Memory available for users may be less than indicated due to pre-loaded operating system and applications.
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Before local taxes and subsidies. Actual pricing may vary by market.
Microsoft introduces Lumia 540 Dual SIM: crafted details and crisp, clear HD for under $150
-- With 5-megapixel front-facing camera for superb selfies and Skype video calls.
REDMOND, Washington, April 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Microsoft Corp. on Tuesday unveiled the Lumia 540 Dual SIM, designed for young, ambitious people looking for their first serious smartphone. The Lumia 540 Dual SIM features the latest Windows Phone 8.1 innovations and boasts a 5-inch HD display and crafted design details. It helps people stay productive on-the-go with Microsoft services like Skype and Office available out-of-the-box, and enables better mobile experiences, such as taking wide-angle selfies that fit in more of the action, thanks to the front-facing 5 megapixel camera. The new Lumia 540 Dual SIM is capable of upgrading to Windows 10 when the service becomes available later this year(1). It is priced to appeal to value-conscious consumers in markets like India, the Middle East and Africa and Asia Pacific, starting at just $149(2).
The Lumia 540 Dual SIM features quality-crafted hardware including a removable, durable back cover with a luminous, layered design(3) and a generous 5-inch HD display for enjoying apps, photos, videos and the personalizable home screen. Built-in Skype integration enables people to switch seamlessly between voice and video calls, with the wide-angle, front-facing camera capturing even more of the conversation. The rear-facing 8-megapixel camera captures detail-rich photos with the help of an LED flash. Available apps include favorites such as Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp and Instagram, with thousands more available from Windows Phone Store. Microsoft services like Office, Outlook and up to 30 GB of free cloud storage via OneDrive(4) mean people have the productivity tools to achieve more, anywhere. Smart Dual SIM allows people to assign unique profiles to their SIM cards, such as "work" or "family," to help them better manage daily communication.
"The Lumia 540 Dual SIM is a testament to our passion for product-making that is reflected across the entire Lumia product portfolio and will continue with future devices," said Jo Harlow, corporate vice president for Phones at Microsoft. "With the Lumia 540 Dual SIM, we've made it possible to deliver a smartphone with strong design and technology credentials that is also fun to use, and incredible value for money."
The Lumia 540 Dual SIM is powered by a Qualcomm(®) Snapdragon⢠processor featuring a quad-core CPU running at 1.2 GHz, 1 GB of RAM, and 8 GB(5) of mass memory. The device will start rolling out in India, the Middle East and Africa, Asia Pacific, and Italy beginning in early May 2015. Pricing for the Lumia 540 Dual SIM starts at $149.(6) It will be available in four colors: cyan, orange, white and black.(7 )
About Microsoft Devices
The Microsoft Devices Group includes award-winning hardware used by over a billion people around the world, including Lumia smartphones, Nokia ultra-affordable feature phones, Xbox hardware, Surface and Surface Hub, Microsoft Band, and HoloLens.
About Microsoft
Founded in 1975, Microsoft (Nasdaq "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software, services, devices and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential.
(1) Like any upgrade to a new operating system, not every phone will support all possible Windows 10 features. Certain features and experiences will require more advanced future hardware.
(2) Estimated price before local taxes and subsidies. Actual pricing may vary by market.
(3) Except in black.
(4) 15 GB free space on OneDrive on signup and additional 15 GB free when camera roll backup is activated.
(5) Memory available for users may be less than indicated due to pre-loaded operating system and applications.
(6) Before local taxes and subsidies. Actual pricing may vary by market.
(7) Device color varies by market.
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<http://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20150409/8521502195> RS Components introduces the latest Weller all-in-one assembly/rework stations at competitive prices Three different kits are available that offer the choice of 65W or 120W WXP soldering irons, 120W horizontal (WXDP) or vertical-use (WXDV) desoldering tools and a 200W WXHAP Hot Air Pencil. All the kits, WXR 3030, WXR 3031 and WXR 3032, feature a self-contained vacuum air pump, a vacuum pickup unit that allows accurate component placement, WX tools with motion sensor control, and three safety rests.
The 600W WXR 3 power unit common to all the kits features intelligent power management to maintain optimum tool temperatures with the least energy consumption for increased service life and economy. The WXR 3 can also be purchased separately, without tools or accessories, for customers wanting to upgrade at the lowest cost by connecting their existing Weller WX tools to the all-in-one power unit.
About RS Components
RS Components and Allied Electronics are the trading brands of Electrocomponents plc, the global distributor for engineers. With operations in 32 countries, we offer around 500,000 products through the internet, catalogues and at trade counters to over one million customers, shipping more than 44,000 parcels a day. Our products, sourced from 2,500 leading suppliers, include semiconductors, interconnect, passives and electromechanical, automation and control, electrical, test and measurement, tools and consumables.
Electrocomponents is listed on the London Stock Exchange and in the last financial year ended31 March 2014 had revenues of GBP1.27bn.
RS Components Tan Soo ChunPublic Relations Manager - Asia PacificEmail: soochun.tan@rs-components.com <mailto:soochun.tan@rs-components.com>Telephone: +65-6391-5745
Edelman Public Relations (Singapore)Yvette YeoManagerEmail: yvette.yeo@edelman.com <mailto:yvette.yeo@edelman.com>Telephone: +65-6347-2355
<http://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20150409/8521502195> RS Components introduces the latest Weller all-in-one assembly/rework stations at competitive prices Three different kits are available that offer the choice of 65W or 120W WXP soldering irons, 120W horizontal (WXDP) or vertical-use (WXDV) desoldering tools and a 200W WXHAP Hot Air Pencil. All the kits, WXR 3030, WXR 3031 and WXR 3032, feature a self-contained vacuum air pump, a vacuum pickup unit that allows accurate component placement, WX tools with motion sensor control, and three safety rests.
The 600W WXR 3 power unit common to all the kits features intelligent power management to maintain optimum tool temperatures with the least energy consumption for increased service life and economy. The WXR 3 can also be purchased separately, without tools or accessories, for customers wanting to upgrade at the lowest cost by connecting their existing Weller WX tools to the all-in-one power unit.
About RS Components
RS Components and Allied Electronics are the trading brands of Electrocomponents plc, the global distributor for engineers. With operations in 32 countries, we offer around 500,000 products through the internet, catalogues and at trade counters to over one million customers, shipping more than 44,000 parcels a day. Our products, sourced from 2,500 leading suppliers, include semiconductors, interconnect, passives and electromechanical, automation and control, electrical, test and measurement, tools and consumables.
Electrocomponents is listed on the London Stock Exchange and in the last financial year ended31 March 2014 had revenues of GBP1.27bn.
RS Components Tan Soo ChunPublic Relations Manager - Asia PacificEmail: soochun.tan@rs-components.com <mailto:soochun.tan@rs-components.com>Telephone: +65-6391-5745
Edelman Public Relations (Singapore)Yvette YeoManagerEmail: yvette.yeo@edelman.com <mailto:yvette.yeo@edelman.com>Telephone: +65-6347-2355
New AsReader Barcode Scanners and RFID Readers/Writers utilize separation of the reader-module-dock and case for use with the iPhone 6 & 6 Plus!
TORRANCE, Calif., April 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- AsReader Inc., a mobile solution provider for businesses (US headquarters in Torrance, CA, President Noriyuki Suzuki), is introducing a new dock-and-case type Barcode Scanner and a UHF Band RFID Reader/Writer for iPhone 6 and 6 Plus. The new AsReader devices divide into two parts: an engine-module (dock) and a case, connecting to iOS devices via Lightning connector.
RFID Reader/Writer ASX-6P30R Output 316mW
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Background
The AsReader Barcode Scanner and RFID Reader/Writer docks for iPhone 5/5S/iPod touch 5G, which have been selling in Japan since June of 2014, are now joined by the new iPhone 6/6 Plus models.
Since iPhone/iPod touch models will surely continue to change, AsReader opted for a new, modular design where the dock and case are separate. If new models of iPhone/iPod touch with comparable Lightning connectors are released, the core of the AsReader device could continue to be used in the next device by simply changing the inexpensive outer-case.
Features
1. Easy to use: simply insert the iPhone/iPod touch.AsReader devices connect
with iPhone/iPod touch via Apple's Lightning connector. Because it is a
wired connection, users needn't worry about complicated wireless paring,
intermittent connectivity-issues from Bluetooth, etc.
2. Utilize all the functions of iPhone/iPod touch.All iPhone/iPod touch
functions can be used for business. For example, record the location of a
scan with GPS and include voice-memos, signatures, or even photos/video.
3. Read major barcodes, such as 2D barcodes or EPC global.The ASX-620R &
ASX-6P20R can read 16 types of 1D barcodes and 16 types of 2D barcodes.
By aiming at the target barcode with the included LED-pointer, users can
avoid scanning the wrong barcode. ASX-630R/6P30R supports ISO18000-6
Type-C EPC Class1 Gen2 with a power output of 316mW.
4. Easy to use.Two trigger buttons and a full software keyboard make
AsReader easy to use.
5. Develop/use custom apps to make it even easier to use.Since AsReader
provides a free SDK, customers can make their own apps to easily
integrate with the devices. Users can enjoy using AsReader with any iOS
app via AsKey keyboard or cloud-based software via AsWeb.
AsReader Homepage: http://AsReader.com
The Akitio Thunder2 10G Adapter provides lightning fast transfer speeds for 4K video editing and workflow
LAS VEGAS, April 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --Akitio, a leading manufacturer of storage solutions, announced today the unveiling of its new, industry first, portable Thunderbolt2 10 Gigabit Ethernet adapter. The Akitio Thunder2 10G Adapter will be available at Akitio.com, Amazon.com and from other fine resellers in April 2015 for $429.00.
The Akitio Thunder2 10G Adapter provides an extremely portable 10 Gigabit Ethernet solution. The 10G adapter utilizes a simplified design for high speed, 10GbE networking for modern workstations and ultrabooks which typically lack 1GbE connectivity or the capability to deploy an internal PCIe 10GbE network card (NIC), but may be equipped with a Thunderbolt(TM) connector capable of delivering up to 20Gbps.
The new Akitio Network Adapter offers a fanless, low-power, small form factor and low-cost 10GbE solution enabling 10GBase-T connectivity for Apple® OS X® and Microsoft® Windows® environments and features the latest Thunderbolt(TM)2 revolutionary I/O technology from Intel®, with transfer speeds of up to 20Gbps. The Akitio Thunderbolt(TM)2 adapter is ideal for notebooks, such as the Apple® MacBook Pro, MacBook AIR and professional workstations that require reliable, accelerated access to external storage and networks for I/O demanding applications.
"We are excited to announce the industry's first bus-powered adapter that brings Thunderbolt(TM)2 technology to 10GBase-T networks, while offering significant power, form factor and cost efficiencies," said Nir Sever, COO at Tehuti Networks, which provides the controller for the new device. "We look forward to enabling a comprehensive line of desktop and notebook products with Thunderbolt(TM)2 technology enabled 10GbE networking."
As a leader in Thunderbolt solutions, Akitio consistently delivers products that optimize performance, speed, power, form factor and cost. Today's increasing demand for media-rich entertainment requires accelerated access to data for the most demanding high-performance applications. Akitio products, such as the Thunder2 10G Adapter, provide users with reliable solutions for accessing and transferring data intensive applications such as 4K video and 3D stereoscopic film, multiple layers of complex, uncompressed real-time effects and high-definition (HD) video and audio editing delivering the best-in-industry aggregate bandwidth and predictable data transfers.
The versatility of the Akitio Thunder2 10G Adapter allows today's small form factor notebook platforms, such as Apple and HP ultrabook systems, to connect into high-performance storage and networks, and address the demands of rapidly evolving work environments by allowing access to enterprise-level data center networks. To ensure cross-compatibility, the Akitio Thunderbolt(TM)2 adapter supports Windows® and OS X® operating systems, enabling users to maintain compatibility with multiple platforms.
"Akitio and Tehuti share the vision of ubiquitous 10 Gigabit Ethernet network connectivity across workstations and ultrabooks driven by Thunderbolt(TM)2," said Richard Wright, Vice President at Akitio. "We view the introduction of the Akitio Thunder2 10G Adapter as a key milestone towards enabling this important industry transformation."
Price & Availability
The Akitio Thunder2 10G Adapter will be available starting in April for an MSRP of $429.00.
Connect with Akitio at NAB
Want to see the Thunder2 10G Adapter in action? Stop by the Akitio booth at the 2015 NAB show, located in the LVCC South Hall, Lower Level, booth # SL14818.
About Tehuti Networks, Ltd.
Tehuti Networks Ltd. is a fabless semiconductor company focused on cost effective 10Gb Ethernet Network Traffic Accelerators, which enable volume adoption of 10 Gigabit Ethernet (GbE). Tehuti Networks' 10GbE controllers feature high performance coupled with low power, small footprint and an attractive cost. Operating in a partial offload mode (Stateless), Tehuti Networks' solutions improve performance while simplifying integration and enabling faster time to market. Visit the company at http://www.tehutinetworks.net.
About Akitio
Akitio is focused on creating cutting-edge storage solutions that are both easy to use and reliable. With a full range of direct attached and network attached storage products since its founding in 1992, Akitio strives to create products that parallel its core values, products that are affordable, easy to use, reliable, innovative and environmentally friendly.
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Akitio
CONTACT: Robert DeMoulin, DeMoulin & Company Public Relations, robert.demoulin@demoulinco.com, +1-925-699-5423
Nfina Technologies announces Three New Desktop / Tower Products
MOBILE, Ala., April 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Nfina Technologies(TM) has added three new tower/desktop models to its line of server and storage products. These products are designed for applications where a desktop / tower configuration is required. The 418i2 is a single processor server, ideal for small to medium sized businesses that need a powerful yet compact server. The 428i4 is a dual processor server with more powerful processors and expanded memory support, making it a perfect fit for high performance virtualized computing applications. The 418i2-W is a desktop workstation for engineering and graphics intensive applications.
Nfina Technologies' desktop / tower products are designed to deliver the best combination of high performance and value. Built around the Intel® XEON® family of processors, Nfina desktop servers and workstations raise the bar on price/performance standards. The 400 series offers a choice of processors from the Intel® XEON® family, enabling the user to choose the right processor for their specific environment and applications. Eight hot swap drive bays, multiple RAID and Memory options, high-speed Ethernet ports, and dual redundant power supplies combine to create devices that will provide high reliability and maximum uptime.
Nfina Technologies' 400 series products are optimized for small to medium sized business computing applications. Multiple options for RAID, storage, and memory make our servers and workstations a custom fit for many applications. Nfina Technologies' products are ideal for: Controllers, Storage Servers, File Servers, Email Servers, Web hosting Servers, Application Servers, and VOIP servers and workstations.
Pricing:
418i2 server is priced starting at $2,667
428i4 server is priced starting at $3,160
418i2-W workstation is priced starting at $5,133
All are available for immediate delivery. For more information visit Nfina on the web at http://www.nfinausa.com/400
Nfina Technologies, Inc., develops, manufactures, and markets highly reliable server and storage products designed to provide the highest value proposition in the most demanding mission critical data center and enterprise IT environments. Our customers are Engineering and Information Technology professionals who require products designed and manufactured to the highest standards in the industry.
EGO Power+ New Ad Campaign Demonstrates That Advanced Technology Delivers More Power
Lab Lawns And Science of Leaf Blower Thrust Stem from Collaboration With Creative Powerhouse, The Escape Pod
CHICAGO, April 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- EGO Power+, the first complete line of cordless outdoor power equipment that performs equal to or better than traditional gas powered lawn equipment, is launching a new integrated advertising campaign that artfully shows the link between EGO's advanced technology and the unprecedented power delivered by EGO Power+ battery-powered lawn equipment. The EGO Power+ campaign, imagined by Chicago-based The Escape Pod, starts this week and intends to spark interest nationally among homeowners ready to progress beyond environmentally harmful gas powered equipment. EGO Power+ equipment is available exclusively at The Home Depot.
"These ads do a great job of depicting the advanced technology that makes our products unique, practical and desirable," said Joe Turoff, vice president of sales and marketing at Chervon. "We are confident that homeowners will quickly see the immense value in our battery powered equipment over traditional gas powered equipment."
The Escape Pod, a full-service advertising agency in Chicago, was tapped to create a new image campaign for EGO Power+, bringing new meaning to the company's tagline, "Power Beyond Belief". The integrated campaign includes broadcast, digital, social, experiential and collateral elements.
"We're very happy with the work and feel it delivers the key difference between EGO Power+ and traditional lawn equipment," said Vinny Warren, creative director for The Escape Pod. "The advanced technology of EGO's Arc-Lithium battery is genuinely a game changer for this industry. Our audience will get that battery power is fundamentally better than gas power but now they'll also start to understand that battery power does not need to mean less power."
The EGO product line, lawnmower, trimmers, blower and chainsaw all use a unique, advanced technology lithium-ion battery platform to deliver long-lasting, quick-charging, clean-energy power. Where traditional battery powered outdoor equipment fell short in delivering performance comparable to gas powered equipment, the patent-pending EGO battery rivals or exceeds gas models in performance, while eliminating the harmful aspects of gas-fueled equipment.
About EGO Power+
The EGO brand of cordless outdoor power equipment delivers POWER BEYOND BELIEF and is the brainchild of Chervon, one of the world's largest manufacturers of electric power tools and related products. For the past 20 years, Chervon has specialized in researching, developing and manufacturing electric power tools for many of the largest professional brands. The company's philosophy-- to build a better world by building better tools-- has earned a reputation for quality and innovation. Notable achievements include introducing the first ever power tool equipped with a laser guideline, leading the laser level and digital level markets, lithium-ion power tools and, most recently, the launch of EGO. Chervon is a global operation with locations in the U.S., Canada, Europe, Australia and Asia. For more information, visit http://www.EGOPOWERPLUS.com.
About The Escape Pod
Chicago-based The Escape Pod, founded in 2007, is a creative powerhouse known for delivering result-generating marketing and advertising for clients such as Mondelez Wheat Thins, Toys "R" Us, Can-Am Sypder, Whole Foods and OfficeMax. Mondelez CMO Dana Anderson says, "Above all, The Escape Pod brings fresh ideas that move business."
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Endless Delivers Computers Tailor-Made For The Developing World
Nearly 5 billion people live without computers today. What if we could change that?
SAN FRANCISCO, April 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Endless announced today the release of their flagship computer,named Endless. Endless has created its own hardware and operating system, Endless OS, tailored to the unique challenges of the developing world. The hardware is designed on the premise that affordable devices can be delightful. The software has been designed with the simplicity of modern mobile operating systems, but with the power of a full desktop OS, and an app ecosystem that includes an office suite, games, a photo editor, and more. Beyond the traditional desktop apps, Endless has developed a suite of applications tailored to emerging market users.
"Over the last three years, the Endless team has conducted exhaustive research on the ground in order to understand its users; that research has informed every choice in the design and development of the product." Camila Soares, Director of Ground Research at Endless, said, "We went into the field and into people's homes, sat on their couches and floors and asked them every question we could in order to understand how technology can change their lives. The more time we spent with them, the more we realized that existing software is broken for emerging market users. So we started from the ground up, designing an operating system, applications, and content with and for our users."
"While the concept of building computers for the developing world may not seem new, it comes down to two fundamental differences: product and business model," said Matt Dalio, CEO and Chief of Product. "We are not a nonprofit. We are a business based on one belief. A computer can change a life. If you can make that affordable to more people, people will buy it. We believe that there are many who will."
The company has made thousands of adjustments that make a computer useful for people in these communities, from the way that software updates and app installations are handled to the creation of the apps themselves. "When Endless encountered a man struggling with profound debt, we built a simple budget App that helped turn his life around. This is now a featured Endless application," said Soares. For those without internet access, there are over 100 apps ranging from health to recipes that work without internet. Users consistently speak to the power of education, so Endless includes pre-installed Wikipedia, Khan Academy, curricula, and educational games. Family businesses have a suite of applications from spreadsheets to training in micro-entrepreneurship.
Endless' initial markets are Mexico and Guatemala, with much of Latin America to follow shortly. Additional international expansion is planned, and the company expects to be operational in Asia, the Middle East and Africa in the coming years.
Endless decided to launch using Kickstarter as a platform to connect directly with the people who are most likely to understand and support their vision. The product is ready to ship immediately and the company will use the funds raised to enter their first market, and to drive awareness of their new technology in Latin America. The Kickstarter campaign starts today with a goal of raising $100,000 and to learn more, visit: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1381437927/endless-computers
"We set out to build a computer capable of inspiring and empowering a single individual. We've worked incredibly hard to turn this dream into a reality. Our computer is ready. It is darn special. And we finally get to release it into the world," said Dalio. "That feels really good."
Quick Stats
-- There are 7 billion people in the world today. 2.6 billion have access
to computers; 4.4 billion do not.
-- Computers on the market today are useless without the internet. 60% of
the world sits outside the internet's reach, including 3.2 billion
people living in only 20 countries.
-- Computer sales are declining due to longer replacement cycles, but the
number of PC users goes up every year. 14% of the computers sold last
year were sold to first-time buyers.
-- India is home to nearly a quarter of the world's offline population;
China houses more than 730 million; Indonesia 210 million; Bangladesh
almost 150 million; and Brazil nearly 100 million.
About Endless
Endless was founded in 2012 with a single mission: to provide access to affordable personal computers to people in the developing world. The flagship product is called Endless, a fully functional desktop computer and operating system designed for emerging markets. Just over two billion people have computers. Nearly five billion can't afford one. With the plummeting cost of faster microprocessors, the next billion people will soon be able to afford high quality, powerful and affordable technology. This allows the opportunity to change lives at a scale never before possible. Education, health, livelihood: these are the things that digital access means to people in China, India, Brazil, Indonesia, and so many other parts of the globe. Endless' mission is far from over; it is just getting started. We have offices in San Francisco, Rio de Janeiro and Guatemala with people on the ground in Jordan, the UAE, and India. Visit us here to learn more: https://endlessm.com.
CONTACT: Michael Celiceo, endlessmobile@sparkpr.com
MBX to Debut Hardware Subscription Option for Server Appliances at RSA
New 'MBX Clear' Hardware-as-a-Service Model Eliminates Capital Outlays for ISVs & OEMs
LIBERTYVILLE, Ill., April 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Server appliance manufacturer MBX Systems today announced MBX Clear, a new Hardware-as-a-Service (HaaS) deployment model enabling ISVs and OEMs utilizing MBX's hardware manufacturing services to pay a monthly subscription fee for each system instead of purchasing finished units. The company will officially launch the new option at Booth S932 at the RSA Conference 2015 running April 20-24 in San Francisco.
MBX's HaaS strategy eliminates capital outlays, improves budgeting and cash flow, and relieves customers of accounting burdens such as the need to write off and dispose of obsolete systems. In addition, it:
-- Benefits Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) providers by enabling them to
offer customers the performance optimization benefits of an on-premise
hardware appliance without inventory commitments or other
appliance-related overhead.
-- Simplifies the sales model for vendors using traditional appliance
licensing by making it possible to offer end customers a monthly
hardware payment alternative rather than requiring them to pay for
systems out of their capital budget.
-- Provides scalability for startups and rapidly growing companies by
allowing appliances to be built to forecast without incurring large
upfront purchase expenses.
-- Eliminates the need to purchase extended hardware warranties because
customers no longer own equipment or are responsible for repairs.
-- Removes barriers to ISV and OEM appliance adoption by eliminating
upfront equipment investments and related administrative and inventory
responsibilities.
The MBX Clear monthly fee covers the use of each integrated hardware/software appliance at end user sites as well as shipping, repairs, replacements and other support services. MBX owns the equipment, ships it to end users on demand, issues a single monthly bill for all customer systems in the field, and reclaims units when subscriptions expire or systems are upgraded. Pricing varies according to the hardware configuration.
"MBX Clear is a new approach in the appliance market with distinct benefits for many vendors, from the capex/opex advantage pioneered by the SaaS model to the complete elimination of inventory and obsolescence concerns," said Chris Tucker, MBX Director of Business Development. "If SaaS is any indication, HaaS may soon become a standard in our industry."
MBX Clear is the latest addition to the company's comprehensive hardware program, which enables ISVs and OEMs to deliver their solutions as fully integrated hardware/software packages to optimize performance and simplify deployment at end user sites. The company has served vendors in multiple industries for more than two decades, including customers ranging from CA Technologies to AlienVault, BAE Systems, FireEye and Rapid7 in the security sector.
MBX is an HP OEM Integrator partner, Intel Technology Provider Platinum, Seagate Elite Partner and Nvidia Tesla Preferred Provider.
About MBX Systems
MBX Systems is a leading designer and manufacturer of application-optimized server appliances and cloud-ready solutions for ISVs and service providers worldwide. MBX delivers turnkey hardware systems that are 100% customized to the customer's specifications by in-house platform engineers, while also offering value-added services such as branding, software imaging, regulatory/compliance, global logistics and warranty support to relieve customers of all hardware responsibilities. That unusual range of services, along with award-winning quality, innovation and customer service, has attracted customers in more than 40 vertical industries in the past two decades. For more information, visit http://www.mbx.com.
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CONTACT: Aly Perlmutter, 1-847-224-9265, aly@jillschmidtpr.com
Leading Application Delivery Platform Also Unveils NGINX Innovators Program, Offering NGINX Plus to Developers & Startups Free of Charge
SAN FRANCISCO, April 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- NGINX, Inc., the engine powering applications and content for the modern web experience, today announced the availability of the next generation of its commercially-supported web acceleration technology, NGINX Plus Release 6 (R6). The new solution introduces a number of enhancements that bring enterprises total application delivery, whether for modern web applications or for legacy enterprise applications like relational databases and mail servers. The technology also offers significant performance improvements from R5 that help ensure businesses deliver the best possible online experience for web users around the globe.
"We have had overwhelming demand from customers to use NGINX Plus to replace legacy hardware and to further support the adoption of public and private clouds," said Gus Robertson, CEO of NGINX. "NGINX Plus R6 is a direct reflection of that need and offers the ideal solution for total application delivery and load balancing. It exceeds the capability of traditional hardware load balancers and ADCs, while providing unlimited throughput at a lower cost than our competitors."
NGINX now powers nearly half of the top 10,000 sites and applications in the world and is widely recognized for its ability to offer fast, secure, and scalable application delivery for web and mobile. New capabilities and benefits available today in NGINX Plus R6 include:
-- Fastest Load Balancing Algorithm: Now the technology can automatically
select faster and less-loaded nodes for superior performance. The
solution monitors the number of concurrent connections and the average
response time from each node in the load balancing pool and uses this
intelligence to estimate the best possible node for each request.
-- Full-Featured TCP Load Balancing: The TCP load balancing feature that
was introduced in NGINX Plus R5 has been significantly extended to
include health checks, dynamic reconfiguration, full access logs, and
SSL termination and encryption. In addition, NGINX Plus' extended status
feature now reports TCP load balancing counters.
-- High Availability: Based on Keepalived, NGINX Plus now uses the Virtual
Router Redundancy Protocol (VRRP) to achieve high availability and
failover between NGINX Plus instances.
-- Updated Extended Status Dashboard: NGINX Plus sports a new, richer
status dashboard that charts the health and activity of NGINX Plus
instances using the extended status module.
-- Unbuffered Upload Support: NGINX Plus improves the responsiveness of web
applications that handle large file uploads with new options for
'unbuffered upload,' which means that the technology streams the data in
large HTTP requests (such as file uploads) to the server as it arrives,
rather than buffering it and forwarding the request only after its
entire contents are received.
-- SSL Authentication For The SMTP Mail Protocol: NGINX Plus R6 support for
SSL client authentication for SMTP (mail) traffic.
"NGINX Plus R6 represents a significant technical leap in features and functionality that extend developers' capabilities and improve overall application performance," said Owen Garrett, head of products at NGINX. "We've worked closely with customers and the community to pinpoint and address some of the most common challenges that businesses face with web application delivery, and we see the innovation behind R6 as a critical response to those challenges and emerging market needs."
NGINX Introduces Its Innovators Program
NGINX is a company that was shaped by developers, for developers in the interest of driving innovation and helping to build the next generation of digital businesses. In recognition of this, the company has unveiled its newly developed NGINX Innovators Program. The program offers:
-- Unlimited Developer Licenses for NGINX Plus Customers: As NGINX
customers increasingly adopt containers and microservices-based
application development, they need unlimited access to the software they
plan to use in production without having to worry about licensing
constraints. To support this, NGINX customers who have more than 10
production instances of NGINX Plus now have unlimited access to the
software for use in development, testing, and pre-production.
-- Free NGINX Plus for Entrepreneurs: NGINX proudly counts some of the
world's most innovative developers among its customers. To continue
supporting innovators, NGINX is making NGINX Plus available free of
charge to verified startups with less than $2 million in annual revenue
and less than $10 million in fund raising.
-- Aggressive Discounts for Large Volumes of NGINX Plus for SaaS
Applications: NGINX Open Source is incredibly popular among the busiest
SaaS applications and PaaS platforms. Now these businesses can benefit
from the extended capabilities of NGINX Plus thanks to special pricing
designed for the large volumes of servers and elastic scaling typical in
these businesses.
"The availability of NGINX Plus R6 coincides with the launch of NGINX Innovators Program, to further support the millions of developers using NGINX to build the next generation of high performance web applications," said Igor Sysoev, creator of NGINX. "This represents a significant milestone for the technology and the company. When I launched NGINX Open Source back in 2004, I was working to overcome issues of scalability as a developer at a popular web portal. Now the technology we've developed has evolved into the backbone of the modern web experience with millions of supporters and contributors. We're excited to introduce this new program to the market and continue to support innovation and the advancement of digital businesses everywhere."
For more information on the NGINX Plus R6 or the NGINX Innovators Program, please visit http://www.nginx.com.
About NGINX, Inc.
NGINX powers applications and content for the modern Internet experience. The company offers award-winning and industry-leading high performance web application technology that delivers the scalability, speed, and security to more than 130 million sites on the Internet, ensuring a seamless web user experience. Companies rely on NGINX technologies for load balancing, content caching, media streaming, web serving and more. More than 40 percent of the Internet's largest websites rely on NGINX to drive the performance of their web applications including several giants such as Netflix, Pinterest, Airbnb, Box, Instagram, SoundCloud, Zappos, and more. The company is headquartered in San Francisco.
Acuant Launches SnapShell® Duplex for Double-Sided Information Capture
Product Demos Available at ISC West, Booth 32049
LOS ANGELES, April 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Acuant, the leading provider of credential management solutions, announced today the launch of its SnapShell® Duplex product, which simultaneously captures critical information from both sides of an ID using the latest in high resolution, dual camera technology.
The product builds on Acuant's SnapShell® R2 product by adding double-sided information capture of image and textual data from identity cards, such as driver's licenses, for faster processing. Using camera technology, the product is maintenance free and requires no calibration, unlike older generation scanners which may require servicing after as few as 500 scans.
Used in conjunction Acuant's idScan® software, companies can leverage captured information for front and back comparison of data, and then verify information with third party systems. The product captures relevant textual and visual data from identity documents, making it faster and easier to authenticate identity, verify a person's age and help screen for counterfeit IDs.
"In today's complex threat environment, identity management plays a pivotal role in a company's overall security profile," said Yossi Zekri, President and CEO of Acuant. "We are delighted to provide our customers with the latest in data capture hardware, which reduces the time it takes to scan both sides of an ID from 5 to 15 seconds to less than 5 seconds."
About Acuant:
Acuant's award-winning and patented credential management solutions automate the intake, processing and verification of unstructured data from ID documents. Leveraging virtually any device, our solutions transform this data into useful and insightful information - whether in the cloud or locally - which is used in critical business applications.
PR Contact:
Mike Gallo
Gutenberg Communications for Acuant Corp
212-239-8594
acuant@gutenbergpr.com
Affordable, Advanced Storage with Plug and Play Scalability and Remote Accessibility
BELLEVUE, Wash., April 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Synology® America Corp. launched the new DiskStation DS1515 and RackStation RS815 for businesses and individuals who have outgrown rudimentary storage, and need enterprise features at an affordable price. Both multi-bay NAS run the award-winning DiskStation Manager 5.1 providing: remote access, scalability, unparalleled reliability, cross-platform file sharing, and 24/7 security solutions - all in an energy efficient, money-saving design.
"The DS1515 and RS815 offer excellent value for growing companies that need easy scalability, with on-the-fly plug and play expansions," said Synology Product Marketing Manager Jason Bonoan. "Plus, work groups can use these NAS with Cloud Station and sync their files when they are on the go."
DS1515
For small work groups and creative professionals; the DS1515 offers cross platform file sharing, remote access with mobile devices, and scalability to add storage in the future. Synology's powerful DS1515 is the company's first 5-bay Value series model with a quad core CPU, hardware encryption engine, and four built-in Gigabit LAN ports that can provide link aggregation for increased performance or high availability to minimize downtime. Individuals can also use the device for advanced, physical security for home and office.
RS815
The compact RS815 is a 4-bay rack mount that is only 12 inches deep and scalable up to 48TB with expansion units. Because of its easy two-post installation, the RS815 is perfect for businesses with limited space and large storage needs. Additionally, home theater enthusiasts can centralize their large multimedia collections into one entertainment hub that can be accessed remotely. They can stream music and video from anywhere, at any time - as long as there is a web connection.
Avoid Down Time, Better Reliability, and Included 3-Year Warranty for Peace of Mind
With hot swappable ability for the DS1515 and the RS815, users can easily configure and manage RAID for better reliability and avoid downtime. The DS1515 can use High Availability - in case a server fails, there is a seamless transition to another server that is in the cluster, so operations can continue. The DS1515 also has four Gigabit LAN ports for network redundancy for unexpected hardware failure, and hot swappable drives that minimize system downtime during drive replacement.
24/7 Security Solutions with Remote Access
At no additional cost, the DS1515 and RS815 offer 24/7 home and office security, when they are used with Synology's Surveillance Station package. Provided with two default camera licenses, users can connect and manage IP cameras remotely; watch live views; record events; and take snapshots with their computer or mobile device. Smart analytics detect motion and can send alerts to users via email and the DiskStation Cam.
Price and Availability
The Synology DS1515 and RS815 are available now. The MSRP for the DS1515 is $649.99; and the RS815 is $599.99.
Founded in April of 2000, Synology Inc. is a leader in next-generation Network Attached Storage (NAS) servers for the home and small to medium sized business markets. Synology products are feature-rich, easy-to-use, energy efficient, reliable and affordable. All Synology product investments are enhanced with product warranties, free software upgrades and 24/7 online support. Visit http://www.synology.com for more information.
Press Contact
Andrea Wedderburn
Synology America Corp.
PR Specialist
Email; Tel: 425.818.1587 Ext. 208
Last year, Brush Up, the toothbrush training game, revealed extraordinary results based on its sensor-enabled bluetooth toothbrush. The hardware provides real-time assessment of brushing performance.
At the 2015 HIMSS conference, the game's creators unveiled a software only version of the app. In the newest release, assessment is provided by a new "Magic Mirror" feature. It exploits the device's back-facing camera to empower 'Selfie Assessment'.
"Nothing teaches better than real-time feedback from a connected toothbrush," says GamesThatWork Director, Dov Jacobson. "But millions of families can't afford the electronic toothbrush. Those kids deserve clean teeth too."
In 2014, Brush Up created a sensation at conferences of pediatric dentists and hygienists. Studies produce evidence of improved brushing behavior among children who play the game. The National Institutes of Health funded research to measure change on several quality metrics, such as distribution of brushing time across each tooth surface. After two weeks of nightly play, children showed a 78% reduction in brushing deficiency.
One year later, a follow-up study measured retention of the skills learned during the original two-week period. The brushing skills introduced by the game were still readily observed by the follow-up researchers.
In the new release of the game, children brush along with Budd, the toothbrush tutor. The Magic Mirror puts each child in the game - right beside Budd. To win prizes, children match video clips of their own brush performance with those of Budd. It is fun, but children can only win it when they brush carefully.
Digital prizes reward conscientious brushers. A fresh set of these motivational prizes arrive each month to subscribing families. Brushing reports keep these parents in touch with their children's progress.
Brush Up can be played free of charge, but without the stream of new prizes, parental notifications or the powerful new matching game.
On April 15th, Brush Up will be released on the iTunes App Store and the Google Play Store. Full content is available for $0.99/month or a one-time charge of $9.99.
Dental professionals can improve oral health by providing patients with access to Brush Up. The group account conducts two-way updates between the practice and the patient.
Similarly, insurers can reduce the expense of dental care by introducing brushing instruction and motivation to all their young members.
GamesThatWork
GamesThatWork was founded in 1992 as the game division of Turner Broadcasting. It was taken private in 1996. Since 2004, the studio has been devoted to games that help players improve real-world knowledge, attitude and skill. Scientific methods develop and measure behavior change in their players. These players include preschoolers, MBA students, hypertension patients and CIA analysts.
Contact:
Daniel Fuller, Media Relations
GamesThatWork
404 806 5428
Email
BrushUpGame.com
Next Galaxy Founder Mary Spio Interviewed by SECFilings.com
MIAMI BEACH, Fla., April 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Next Galaxy Corp. (NXGA), a leading technology and content solutions company developing dynamic, innovative consumer Virtual Reality (VR) content and technology, is pleased to announce that President and Founder Mary Spio has been featured in an exclusive interview conducted by SECFilings.com, a leading provider of regulatory filings and other information to sophisticated investors with over 600,000 registered users.
In the interview, Ms. Spio discusses the Company's place within the rapidly growing augmented and virtual reality industry and its plans to capitalize on that growth through the launch of its CEEK Platform, CEEKARS headset, and other technologies over the coming quarters. Below is a brief excerpt from the full interview, which is available for free on the SECFilings.com website at the link below.
SECFilings: How does Next Galaxy fit into this industry and what roles do you see playing to advance the technology?
Mary Spio: "There are three basic elements to creating the complete media experience.
1) Visual - A VR Headset such as Oculus, VR ONE or Gear VR
2) Audio - Ceekars 4 D Headphone & VR Controller for interaction
3) and Content - CEEK Social VR Content Hub
Currently everyone seems to be focusing on the visual headset. Next Galaxy's focus is on creating great VR content as well as the first 4D headphone created specifically for immersive VR on mobile devices and PC."
SECFilings.com is a leading destination for sophisticated investors looking to research and track regulatory filings made with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"). The portal offers real-time SEC filing alerts by e-mail or RSS, as well as access to an extensive database of over seven million filings dating back to 1994. Over 600,000 investors have registered with SECFilings.com to receive real-time e-mail alerts on the companies they follow.
About Next Galaxy Corp.
Next Galaxy Corporation is a leading developer of innovative content solutions and fully Immersive Consumer Virtual Reality technology. The Company's flagship consumer products in development are CEEKARS - the world's first 4D Audio Headphones for immersive environments and CEEK, a next-generation fully immersive entertainment and educational social virtual reality platform. Next Galaxy's CEEK simulates the communal experience of attending events, such as concerts, sporting events, movies or conferences through Virtual Reality. For further information, visit http://www.nextgalaxycorp.com.
Forward-looking statement:
This press release contains forward-looking statements made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are only predictions and involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could cause Next Galaxy's actual results to differ materially from anticipated results and expectations expressed in these forward looking statements. Any forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties such as those described in Next Galaxy's periodic reports on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Contact:
Tina Brown
Next Galaxy Corp.
(877)-407-9797
Tina@ceek.com
Atmel First to Achieve Certification for PRIME v1.4 Solutions Enabling High Performance Smart Metering Systems
Delivering an Unprecedented Level of System Integration, Low Power and High Performance, Atmel | SMART Portfolio of Metering Solutions Support the Latest Advanced Connectivity Standards
SAN JOSE, Calif., April 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Atmel(® )Corporation (NASDAQ: ATML), a leader in microcontroller and touch technology solutions, today announced the company is the first to receive the PRIME (PoweRline Intelligent Metering Evolution) v1.4 Profile 2 certification for the Atmel | SMART SAM4CP16B and ATPL230A smart metering solutions. The certification extends Atmel's leadership and commitment to delivering state-of-the-art connectivity solutions and ensures that the company's customers are able to develop high performance solutions, incorporating new features of the PRIME v1.4 standard. The latest PRIME standard supports some of the most demanding requirements of smart metering systems by offering increased robustness, throughput, band expansion, band-plan flexibility and IP version 6.
"We are pleased to be the first semiconductor supplier to help develop and validate the technology, and to achieve this significant milestone with deep cooperation and partnership with our customers and the PRIME Alliance over a period of nearly five years," said Kourosh Boutorabi, Senior Director of Smart Energy Solutions, Atmel Corporation. "We see increased interest in the PRIME standard by utilities in EMEA, Latin America and Asia and believe that as its adoption and proliferation continues, it is essential that its technical evolution continue to be fully standard compliant and certifiable by our customers as well as the utilities."
PRIME is a mature, consolidated and worldwide PLC standard for advanced metering. There are currently millions of smart meters based on the PRIME standard that have been deployed supporting the PRIME v1.3. The Atmel portfolio of solutions now fully comply with both PRIME v1.3 and v1.4 standards ensuring total flexibility and scalability for original equipment manufacturers developing next-generation smart metering systems worldwide.
Availability
The Atmel PRIME v1.4 Profile 2 Certification is available on the PRIME Alliance website.
About Atmel
Atmel Corporation (NASDAQ: ATML) is a worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of microcontrollers, capacitive touch solutions, advanced logic, mixed-signal, nonvolatile memory and radio frequency (RF) components. Leveraging one of the industry's broadest intellectual property (IP) technology portfolios, Atmel is able to provide the electronics industry with intelligent and connected solutions focused on the industrial, consumer, communications, computing and automotive markets.
New WD Purple(TM) NV 3.5-inch Drives Equipped for NVR Surveillance-system Environments
LAS VEGAS and IRVINE, Calif., April 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- ISC West (Booth #5109) -- WD®, a Western Digital (NASDAQ: WDC) company and storage industry leader, today introduced WD Purple(TM) NV, a purpose-built line of 3.5-inch, high-capacity 4 TB and 6 TB hard drives for the greater demands of scalable network video recorder (NVR) surveillance systems.
Compared with standard WD Purple drives, the new member of the WD's surveillance video recording family of drives, WD Purple NV, is designed for larger-scale network surveillance systems utilizing higher hard drive bay counts and greater numbers of attached cameras, which demand increased storage capacity and durability. The new drives' high capacities also enable long video retention periods for analysis and reference. WD Purple NV is also designed to withstand the demands of always-on digital NVR recording environments. It offers low power consumption and many advanced performance features typically reserved for higher end surveillance storage.
"The global video surveillance market is expanding with the increased accessibility to easy-to-use systems for small businesses and municipalities," said Matt Rutledge, senior vice president of HDD marketing at WD. "WD optimized the WD Purple NV line of hard drives for NVR digital surveillance systems to improve high-definition video playback for high-camera-count applications. NVR surveillance systems can produce incredible amounts of data which makes the WD Purple NV hard drives a perfect solution for NVR systems needing high quality recording and playback and high capacity storage."
Features
WD Purple NV hard drives are equipped with an array of exclusive WD technologies, including:
AllFrame(TM) - When combined with ATA streaming support, AllFrame(TM) technology helps to reduce video footage loss with a proprietary cache policy management technology to help improve data flow and playback. WD Purple includes exclusive firmware upgrades that protect against video pixilation and interruptions within a surveillance system.
Premium Protection - Designed with tarnish-resistant components, WD Purple NV offers premium protection in harsh environments where surveillance systems can be installed.
Support for High-Camera-Count Systems - WD Purple NV hard drives are optimized to support systems utilizing high numbers of high-definition surveillance cameras, giving you the flexibility to upgrade and expand your security system in the future. Higher storage capacities also allow you to store the surveillance footage for a longer period of time, especially in situations when every second counts[1].
Availability
WD Purple NV 6 TB surveillance hard drives are shipping immediately to customers for qualification and are covered by a three-year limited warranty. WD Purple NV 4 TB hard drives will be available for qualification later this quarter. Both the 6 TB and 4 TB capacities will be shipping in volume within the quarter. More information about WD's surveillance hard drives and limited warranty terms can be found on the company website at http://products.wd.com/wdpurple. WD Purple NV surveillance hard drives will also be showcased at ISC West (booth #5109) in Las Vegas, Nevada.
About WD
WD, a Western Digital company, is a long-time innovator and storage industry leader. As a storage technology pacesetter, the company produces reliable, high-performance hard disk drives and solid state drives. These drives are deployed by OEMs and integrators in desktop and mobile computers, enterprise computing systems, embedded systems and consumer electronics applications, as well as by the company in providing its own storage products. WD's leading storage devices and systems, networking products, media players and software solutions empower people around the world to easily save, store, protect, share and experience their content on multiple devices. WD was established in 1970 and is headquartered in Irvine, California. For more information, please visit the company's website at http://www.wd.com.
Western Digital Corp. (NASDAQ: WDC), Irvine, Calif., is a global provider of products and services that empower people to create, manage, experience and preserve digital content. Its companies design and manufacture storage devices, networking equipment and home entertainment products under the WD, HGST and G-Technology brands. Visit the Investor section of the company's website (http://www.westerndigital.com) to access a variety of financial and investor information.
Western Digital, WD, the WD logo are registered trademarks of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. in the U.S. and other countries; WD Purple is a trademark of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. in the U.S. and other countries. Other marks may be mentioned herein that belong to other companies. As used for storage capacity one gigabyte (GB) = 1 billion bytes, one terabyte (TB) = one trillion bytes. Total accessible capacity varies depending on operating environment. See support.wdc.com for limited warranty terms and conditions.
[1] The specific number of cameras that can be supported will be dependent on a number of criteria; types and capability of cameras installed (resolution, fps, additional features) and the system's hardware and software capability.
CONTACT: Heather Skinner, WD Public Relations, 949.672.7920, heather.skinner@wdc.com, or Bob Blair, Western Digital Investor Relations, 949.672.7834, robert.blair@wdc.com
Audio Precision Tests Audio Performance Of Danteâ¢-enabled Devices
BEAVERTON, Oregon, April 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Audio Precision, the recognized standard in audio test, today announced support for audio performance testing of Dante-enabled devices with APx500 Series analyzers and software. This latest capability aids engineers in verifying the audio performance of their designs as they integrate Dante and strive to meet the growing demand for networked pro audio components, products and systems.
Audio NetworkingDante, the digital media networking solution created by Audinate, is one of the fastest growing protocols in the rapidly emerging realm of Ethernet-based, high-quality audio transport. Dante is an uncompressed, multi-channel technology that provides near-zero latency and synchronization for digital media networks ranging from live sound and recording studios to public address and broadcast. Additionally, the technology enables the replacement of traditional analog or multicore cabling with low-cost, lightweight Cat5e, Cat6 or fiber-optic cables.
Testing Dante-enabled SystemsDante-enabled devices present some unique testing challenges. Many of these products also contain traditional analog and/or digital audio interfaces, as well as ADCs, DACs, or powered loudspeakers which need to be tested through their Dante interface. With either Dante Virtual Soundcard or Focusrite's RedNet PCIe Dante soundcard installed in the APx host PC, engineers can use APx's ASIO client interface and analog or digital I/O to stream test signals to the DUT (device under test) and measure its response. The converse is equally applicable, with the stimulus applied to the DUT's audio inputs and the analyzer measuring the response contained within a stream supplied by the Dante interface.
Additionally, the APx500 series analyzers support multichannel testing of Dante-enabled products, with the ability to measure as many as 16 analog channels simultaneously in the APx586. With AP's latest software release, v4.1, digital error rate test capability is also available.
"The rapid growth of audio networking is a direct reflection of the great value it provides to a variety of professional audio applications," saidDave Schmoldt, Audio Precision CEO. "We're excited to help design engineers as they strive to develop and introduce Dante-enabled, high-quality audio products."
About Audio PrecisionAudio Precision is the recognized standard in audio test. Since 1984, AP has offered high-performance audio analyzer instruments and applications to help engineers worldwide design and manufacture all types of consumer, professional, and industrial audio products. For more information, visit http://www.ap.com/ <http://www.ap.com/>
Edison Investment Research, a leading international investment research
firm, announces the initiation of full coverage of Keywords Studios
Highlights of the analysis on Keywords Studios by Edison's technology analysts Tom
Grady and Eric Opara are as follows:
Keywords Studios provides localisation, testing, artwork and community support
services exclusively to the video games industry. It provides services to 20 of the top 25
games developers and is looking to consolidate the currently fragmented industry.
Keywords trades on an EV/EBIT of 10.3x FY15e. This is below the peer group median. We
believe that given the company's high earnings visibility and attractive growth profile,
its multiple is unjustifiably low even after considering its relatively small size. We
believe that the company can reasonably grow revenue at double digits for the next three
to four years. The biggest positive share driver is likely to come from evidence that the
multi-service expansion is leading to increased penetration among its customers via the
significant opportunity to cross-sell.
About Edison: Edison, the investment intelligence firm, is the future of investor
interaction with corporates. Our team of over 100 analysts and investment professionals
works with leading companies, fund managers and investment banks worldwide to support its
capital markets activity. We provide services to more than 400 retained corporate and
investor clients from our offices in London, New York, Frankfurt, Sydney and Wellington.
Edison is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority ( http://www.fsa.gov.uk/register/firmBasicDetails.do?sid1584).
Edison is not an adviser or broker-dealer and does not provide investment advice.
Edison's reports are not solicitations to buy or sell any securities.
For more information please contact:
Tom Grady Edison Investment Research +44-(0)20-3077-5767
Eric Opara Edison Investment Research +44-(0)20-3681-2524
tech@edisongroup.com
Stratasys Announces New High-Volume FDM Material Box and Large Scale Objet1000 Plus 3D Production System
-- Xtend 500 Fortus Plus delivers more than five times the output of standard canisters
-- Objet1000 Plus combines large prints, multi-materials, high speed, high resolution and simple operation simultaneously
SINGAPORE, April 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ - Stratasys Asia Pacific, a subsidiary of Stratasys Ltd. (Nasdaq:SSYS), a global leader of 3D printing and additive manufacturing solutions, today announced the introduction of the newXtend 500 Fortus Plus, a high-volume filament package for Fortus 3D Production Systems. Stratasys also launched the industrial scale Objet1000 Plus 3D Production System which offers extra-large print size and accelerated speeds for demanding manufacturing applications including aerospace, automotive, medical devices, and consumer products as well as for service bureaus and universities.
Designed for reliable and unattended high-volume use, each Xtend 500 box contains 500 cubic inches of FDM thermoplastic material, delivering more than five times the output of standard canisters. When two material boxes are loaded into a Fortus 3D Production System, users can expect up to 400 hours of unattended run time and up to 1,000 cubic inches of material use.
Xtend 500 gives users the freedom of fewer material changeovers, resulting in streamlined 3D production. By implementing Xtend 500, manufacturers with prototyping needs and service bureaus producing large parts will benefit from reduced material changeovers, as well as logistical savings in shipping and storage. Xtend 500 is available in ABS-M30 (ivory and black) and PC and their respective support materials for the Fortus 450mc 3D Production System.
Owners of Fortus 360mc, 400mc and 900mc 3D Production Systems can also take advantage of Xtend 500 with a Fortus Plus system upgrade. Most system owners will benefit from streamlined logistics when they share material stock across systems.
Stratasys also announced the launch of the industrial scale Objet1000 Plus. The new PolyJet 3D Production System brings versatility to the world of large scale 3D printing in its ability to mix materials and part sizes while maintaining ultra-fine precision. Its extra-large build envelope (1000 x 800 x 500 mm or 39 x 31 x 19 inch) is efficiently traversed with a new optimized print block movement that accelerates print speeds up to 40 percent faster than its predecessor. This productivity boost alongside other refinements and simple post processing, results in reduced cost-per-part.
Users can choose from more than 100 Stratasys materials including the polypropylene-like Endur. The Objet1000 Plus can produce tough parts with smooth surface finishes in high-speed mode while taking advantage of the new Endur Digital Materials which combine two resins in a single material for a wider range of material properties.
"Today's designers and engineers at manufacturing companies and service bureaus need an additive manufacturing system that can take on all challenges - large and small. We believe that's the big advantage of the Objet1000 Plus Production System. It is the first of its kind to combine large print sizes, multiple materials, accelerated print speeds, super fine resolution and a simplified workflow. If you need to create industrial 1:1 scale prototypes, large ergonomic production tools or low volumes of small parts - all with the superior surface finish and fine details engineers expect from Stratasys 3D printing - the Objet1000 Plus is the best choice," says Ron Ellenbogen, Stratasys Product Marketing Director.
For more information about Xtend 500, the Fortus Plus upgrade and the Objet1000 Plus, contact a reseller or visit the Stratasys website. Images are available by visiting the Stratasys newsroom.
About Stratasys Ltd.
Stratasys Ltd. (Nasdaq:SSYS), headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota and Rehovot, Israel, is a leading global provider of 3D printing and additive manufacturing solutions. The company's patented FDM® and PolyJet⢠3D Printing technologies produce prototypes and manufactured goods directly from 3D CAD files or other 3D content. Systems include 3D printers for idea development, prototyping and direct digital manufacturing. Stratasys subsidiary includes MakerBot and the company operates the digital parts manufacturing service, Stratasys Direct Manufacturing. Stratasys has more than 2,800 employees, holds over 600 granted or pending additive manufacturing patents globally, and has received more than 25 awards for its technology and leadership. Online at: http://www.stratasys.com or http://blog.stratasys.com
Stratasys and FDM Technology are registered trademarks, and Fortus is a trademark of Stratasys Ltd. and/or its subsidiaries or affiliates.
Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
The statements in this press release relating to Stratasys' beliefs regarding the benefits consumers will experience from the Xtend 500, Fortus Plus and the Objet1000 Plus system. Stratasys' expectation on the timing of shipping the Xtend 500, Fortus Plus and the Objet1000 Plus system are forward-looking statements reflecting management's current expectations and beliefs. These forward-looking statements are based on current information that is, by its nature, subject to rapid and even abrupt change. Due to risks and uncertainties associated with Stratasys' business, actual results could differ materially from those projected or implied by these forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: the risk that consumers will not perceive the benefits of the Xtend 500, Fortus Plus and the Objet1000 Plus system to be the same as Stratasys does; the risk that unforeseen technical difficulties will delay the shipping of the Xtend 500, Fortus Plus and the Objet1000 Plus system; and other risk factors set forth under the caption "Risk Factors" in Stratasys' most recent Annual Report on Form 20-F, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on March 3, 2015. Stratasys is under no obligation (and expressly disclaims any obligation) to update or alter its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as otherwise required by the rules and regulations of the SEC.
Stratasys Media Contacts
Stratasys AP
Janice Lai
Tel. +852 3944 8888
Media.ap@stratasys.com
TruBe Launches as First-Ever On-Demand Personal Training App in UK
LONDON, April 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --
London-based platform removes barriers to living a healthier lifestyle
TruBe (http://trubeapp.com) is an on-demand personal training app that makes it
easier for people to achieve their health and wellness goals. Available today on iOS, the
app connects users with a personal trainer in just a few clicks. Initially launching in
London, TruBe works with qualified personal trainers who will travel to a preferred
location at a time chosen by the user. TruBe guarantees a seamless user experience that is
personalised for individual user goals.
"TruBe is the new way to work out in a modern society. TruBe makes it easier to live a
healthier and more active lifestyle by removing the barriers to exercise, including class
timetables and travel time to and from the gym," said Daria Kantor, CEO and founder of
TruBe. "By offering an on-demand service, TruBe provides workouts whenever and wherever
the client prefers, and at the intensity level desired. We've chosen to initially launch
in London as we have identified the need for a premium on-demand personal training
product."
How it Works
TruBe allows the user to book a personal training session with a few taps.
The user chooses the location where he/she would like to train - whether it is at
home, in the office, at a park or a hotel, and the session can be scheduled from one hour
to two weeks in advance. Then he/she is matched with a personal trainer, who will meet the
user at the designated time and location to deliver a signature high-performance workout.
Sessions are adaptable to the level of intensity requested and can be customised to
each individual's needs. The current workouts available through TruBe can be adapted for
one, a couple, or a small group of friends. The types of workouts include high intensity
interval training, ballet barre, toning and conditioning, strength and power or pre- and
post-natal workouts. Additional types of workouts including yoga and boxing will be added
as the service expands.
Sessions are competitively priced at GBP65 (including VAT) per hour. Payment is taken
via the app following the workout, and both users and trainers can rate each other after
the session completes. As users have the opportunity to work with multiple service
providers who have varying routines and workouts, they will constantly be challenged to
reach their fullest potential and to discover new ways to exercise.
Personal Trainers
TruBe has recruited top London qualified personal trainers, with experience ranging
from strength training to body conditioning. The approved trainers go through signature
coaching to ensure users receive a consistent first-rate experience no matter who is
training them. The trainers can decide when they want to be available for a session and
are provided with portable equipment to bring to each workout.
"TruBe provides me with the flexibility to work when I want to, and puts me in touch
with motivated clients, allowing my own business to grow," said Dana Verbytska, personal
trainer for TruBe. "I feel as though I'm helping people make a positive change with TruBe
and it is great to feel part of this community."
About TruBe
TruBe provides an on-demand personal training service that helps people achieve their
health and wellness goals. Available for iOS, TruBe guarantees a seamless user experience
that is personalised for each individual. Launched in London in 2015, TruBe plans to
spread the service worldwide.
Wirecard to Enable Mobile Payments for Kairos Watches
MUNICH, April 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --
- NFC payments on Kairos Hybrid Mechanical Smart Watches and Kairos T-Bands
Today, the technology and financial services provider Wirecard AG and Kairos Watches
Ltd. announced a collaboration in the field of mobile payment services for wearables.
Kairos will use Wirecard`s Payment Software Development Kit for its unique offering of
hybrid mechanical smart watches and T-Bands. Wirecard will therefore enable Kairos to
offer contactless payment transactions and value added services on every NFC-based
terminal around the world.
"Kairos Watches believes that the future of payments is wearable, which is why we
chose to partner with Wirecard, one of the world's most innovative payment companies,"
said Sam Yang, Founder and Managing Director of Kairos Watches. "This partnership with
Wirecard brings an unparalleled level of convenience and simplicity for smart watch users
when it comes to payments."
Jörn Leogrande, Executive Vice President Mobile Services with Wirecard adds: "The
wearable sector is an important driver for secure mobile services like payment, access,
ticketing and identification. We are happy to support innovative startups like Kairos
which are at the forefront of wearable innovations via our global portfolio of
technologies and services."
Wirecard announced the launch of its Software Development Kit for wearable payment
solutions in February 2015.
The Kairos Hybrid Mechanical Smart Watch features a Swiss or Japanese mechanical
movement with an integrated transparent OLED screen in the glass for smartwatch functions.
The Kairos T-Band is a smart band device that allows the wearer to use any watch they want
by integrating the smart watch components into the watchband itself.
About Wirecard:
Wirecard AG is one of the world's leading independent providers of outsourcing and
white label solutions for electronic payment transactions. The Wirecard Group has been
supporting companies in accepting electronic payments from all sales channels. A global
multi-channel platform bundles international payment acceptances and methods, supplemented
by fraud prevention solutions. When it comes to issuing their own payment instruments in
the form of cards or mobile payment solutions, Wirecard provides companies with an
end-to-end infrastructure, including the requisite licences for card and account products.
Wirecard AG is listed on the Frankfurt Securities Exchange (TecDAX, ISIN DE0007472060,
WDI).
Wirecard Media Contact:
Wirecard AG
Maren Brandt
Tel.: +49-(0)-89-4424-1425
Email: maren.brandt@wirecard.com http://www.wirecard.com
About Kairos Watches:
Founded by entrepreneur Sam Yang, Kairos Watches is a rising star in the horology and
smart accessory arena and first came to prominence with the launch of its hybrid
mechanical smart watches in 2014. More information on Kairos is available at http://www.KairosWatches.com .
Kairos Watches Media Contact:
Kairos Watches Ltd.
Joshua Wang
Tel.: +852-5502-8908
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