iBiquity Digital and TagStation Unveil World's First Automotive Platform Converging Digital Radio Broadcasting and Mobile Application Technologies
Combined Offering Showcases an HD Radio Experience Enhanced with NextRadio's Interactive Services
Central Hall - Booth 8232
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- 2015 International CES Show -- iBiquity Digital Corporation, the developer of digital HD Radio(TM) Technology for AM and FM audio and data broadcasting, and TagStation, the developers of the NextRadio® platform, announced today the launch of their first joint product demonstrating the benefits of interactive digital radio in a connected car.
The demonstration platform is the first combination of both analog and HD Radio® broadcasting with NextRadio® services. It will showcase the benefits of the "Connected Car" combining free over-the-air broadcast radio services with the elegant visual and digital capabilities of the NextRadio app. The combined technologies will deliver a highly personalized and contextual suite of services to the car radio platform enabling a level of engagement, programming information and interactivity never before available for local radio services.
"By bringing together, the HD Radio Experience and the IP delivered services of NextRadio, we have dramatically improved the consumer experience of broadcast radio across all stations, both analog and digital," said iBiquity Digital COO, Jeff Jury. "We firmly believe that radio's dominant position in the automotive dash will continue and be enhanced through our joint technology efforts. This new platform can provide a unique, interactive and engaging consumer experience for the almost 15,000 AM and FM radio stations in the country."
iBiquity Digital's HD Radio®, a digital technology that enables radio broadcasters to offer unique FM content via HD2/HD3 channels, crystal-clear sound on both the AM and FM bandwidths - all free and with no subscriptions to radio listeners.
"The joint development agreement between TagStation and iBiquity provides automakers and broadcasters the opportunity to develop solutions that ensure radio listeners have the optimal, modern experience with all broadcast radio programming," said Paul Brenner, SVP for TagStation. "By adding connectivity to broadcast radio, both analog and digital, for the built-in connected car and paired smartphone car we have been able to provide a rich suite of interactive services that connect people with radio like never before."
TagStation's NextRadio® innovative, cross-platform technology extends from smartphones, tablets, and now to the automotive dash transforming radio broadcasts into a visually engaging and interactive experience.
Unveiling the world's first prototype automotive platform that combines the companies' respective technologies, iBiquity Digital and TagStation's CES exhibit comes four months after the companies initially announced their joint development agreement. CES will serve as a platform to showcase the consumer benefits of digital broadcasting coupled with contextual, IP delivered services to automotive and consumer electronics product planners and developers.
The convergence of these technologies will be showcased at the International CES on Tuesday, January 6 - Friday, January 9, 2015 at booth # 8232 at the Las Vegas Convention Center's Central Hall.
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About iBiquity Digital Corporation
iBiquity Digital Corporation is the developer of HD Radio(TM) Technology, which is fueling the digital radio revolution in the United States and around the world. The digital technology enables broadcasters to offer new and unique FM content via HD2/HD3 channels, crystal-clear sound and data services on both the AM and FM bands - all free, with no subscription fee. Leading broadcasters, consumer electronics manufacturers, automakers and retailers are committed to HD Radio Technology. iBiquity Digital is a privately held company with operations in Columbia, MD, Auburn Hills, MI, and Piscataway, NJ. For additional information visit http://www.hdradio.com and http://www.ibiquity.com.
About TagStation, LLC and NextRadio®
TagStation, LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Emmis Communications Corporation (NASDAQ:EMMS). TagStation, LLC has developed the TagStation(® )service to provide radio stations with artist and title information and unique interactivity with listeners. With partial funding from NAB Labs, TagStation also developed the NextRadio(®) hybrid radio smartphone app which uses TagStation(®) cloud services to provide a rich FM radio listening experience on smartphones and tablets by combining the devices' built-in FM tuner and the internet. Founded in 2013, TagStation, LLC is headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with offices in Indianapolis and Chicago, IL. For more information, about TagStation(®), visit TagStation.com. For more information about NextRadio(®), visit NextRadioApp.com.
Note to editors: HD Radio(TM), Artist Experience, and the "HD Radio" logo are proprietary trademarks of iBiquity Digital Corp. The "HD" in HD Radio(TM) is part of iBiquity Digital's brand name for its advanced digital AM/FM system. It does not mean hybrid digital or high-definition digital; both of these are incorrect.
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CONTACT: Jason Magner, Rogers & Cowan, 310-854-8128, jmagner@rogersandcowan.com; or Michael Cox, NextRadio, 317-684-8336, mcox@tagstation.com
TYLT Debuts Award-Winning Mobile Charging Accessories at the 2015 International CES
New products include the Energi Sliding Power Case for iPhone 6/6 Plus, VU Wireless Charging Car Mount, VU SOLO and more.
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- TYLT, a leader in portable power and wireless charging, today unveiled several new products at the 2015 International CES (booth 30906 - South Hall 3). New accessories include the Energi Sliding Power Case for iPhone 6/6 Plus, VU Wireless Charging Car Mount, VU SOLO, RIBBN Car Charger and an assortment of watch bands for the Moto 360; TYLT will also showcase its best-selling products on the CES show floor all week.
Energi Sliding Power Case for iPhone 6/6 Plus ($99.99)
This beautifully designed case gives your iPhone 6 the best of both worlds: protection and power. The 2-in-1 case includes a 3,200mAh rechargeable battery sleeve that will rapidly charge your iPhone 6 at 1.3 amps to more than double its battery life. Once your phone is charged, simply slide off the battery sleeve to use the protective TPU-lined inner case for enhanced drop protection. The iPhone 6 Plus version of this case will also be on display at CES. Photos | Spec Sheet
VU Wireless Charging Car Mount ($79.99)
Simply place your smartphone on this wireless charger that doubles as a hands-free car mount to initiate charging - no need to plug in your phone. A 2015 CES Innovation Awards Honoree, the VU Wireless Charging Car Mount includes three overlaid charging coils, allowing for easy phone placement to connect and charge, plus an additional USB port to charge a second device. The device's spring-loaded arms securely grip phones with up to 6" displays, and a 180-degree rotating mount enables phone positioning in horizontal or landscape view. Mount the device to your dashboard or windshield with the extra strong suction cup, and tap the button on the back to release your phone for quick grab & go. Photos | Spec Sheet
VU SOLO ($39.99)
The perfect traveling companion or desktop accessory, the VU SOLO makes wireless charging easier than ever with its patent-pending alignment ledge, a physical marker that shows exactly where to place your device in order to align it with the Qi coil to initiate charging. Any micro-USB cable will power this charging pad, which provides a 1-amp charge and 5 watts of power to your device when connected. A 2015 CES Innovation Awards Honoree, the VU SOLO is ideal for use with the new Verizon Motorola Droid Turbo, Google Nexus 6, Lumia 830 and any other Qi-enabled phone. Photos | Spec Sheet
RIBBN Car Charger ($29.99 micro-USB/$39.99 Lightning)
This new tangle-free car charger is perfect for rapidly charging smartphones and tablets - and can even charge two devices at once thanks to its 4.8-amp output. Made of smooth TPU coated in silicone and available in a variety of bright colors, the RIBBN comes with a built-in micro-USB or Lightning adapter and an additional USB port. Photos | Spec Sheet
BAND - Silicone Watch Band for Moto 360 ($29.99)
TYLT designed this sweat-resistant silicone Moto 360 watch band for users with active lifestyles. Featuring a stainless steel buckle and snap-in clasp to secure any excess band, this sleek watch band comes in black, purple, olive and blue. Photos | Spec Sheet
In addition to these exciting new accessories, TYLT will also showcase its most popular products, including the Energi+ Backpack,VU Wireless Charger, and Energi Portable Battery Packs. Visit booth 30906 just inside the main entrance to South Hall 3 to see these products and more from Jan. 6-9. TYLT will also showcase its products at Pepcom's Digital Experience! event at The Mirage on Jan. 5 from 7-10:30 p.m., and at the Technocel booth (booth 30924 - South Hall 3). For more information, visit http://www.tylt.com.
About TYLT
A leader in portable power and wireless charging, TYLT empowers users to redefine, or tilt, the norm. Since introducing its highly stylized line of mobile accessories at the 2012 International CES, TYLT has signed distribution partnerships worldwide and been named a CES Innovation Awards Honoree four years in a row. TYLT's beautifully designed accessories, which include power cases, portable batteries and wireless chargers, have reinvented on-the-go charging by offering users added flexibility and convenience. For more information, visit booth 30906 in South Hall 3 at the 2015 International CES or go to http://www.tylt.com.
AT&T Drive Continues To Accelerate With Addition Of New App Developers And Sponsors
AT&T Announces Five New Applications to the AT&T Drive Connected Car Platform
Samsung Announced as a new Sponsor for the AT&T Drive Studio, the First Wireless Carrier Facility Dedicated to Connected Car Innovation
DALLAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Only one year after launching two major initiatives focused on innovation in the connected car market - AT&T Drive and AT&T Drive Studio - AT&T* announced further plans to lead the ecosystem by making it easier than ever for automotive manufacturers to integrate apps from top companies.
Highlights
-- AT&T announced new applications that will be available for auto
manufacturers to use in their upcoming cars via the AT&T Drive platform.
-- Participants at the AT&T Developer Summit Hackathon were the first to
access APIs in the forthcoming AT&T Drive Software Developers Kit.
-- AT&T also announced that Samsung has joined the other top players in the
connected car ecosystem and is a participant in the AT&T Drive Studio,
an innovation center for connected car.
AT&T Drive Platform Applications
Today at the annual AT&T Developer Summit, the company announced five new applications for the company's industry leading connected car platform, AT&T Drive. The apps will be available to auto manufacturers for their connected car options. These apps can provide drivers with a wide range of services including remote diagnostics and streaming audiobooks and live radio. Developers of the apps include AetherPal, Audiobooks, Dash Radio, eventseeker, and Glympse.
AT&T Drive is the company's connected car platform - a modular, global solution that allows automakers to pick and choose which services and capabilities are important to them in order to differentiate their solutions in the marketplace. From connectivity and billing solutions to data analytics, infotainment, and firmware over-the-air updates, AT&T Drive allows automakers and developers to implement their own innovative and customized connected car solutions. Drive's cloud-based app platform can deliver speech-enabled applications designed specifically for cars, so that drivers have access to the information they need while on the road.
"We want to give our connected car drivers applications that provide enhanced in-car experiences while continuing to focus on driver safety," said Chris Penrose, senior vice president, Internet of Things, AT&T Mobility. "Our goal with AT&T Drive is to bring together the top players in the industry to collaborate and drive innovation for end users -- and these players do just that."
Among the new application providers for AT&T Drive is AetherPal, which provides remote support solutions for drivers and their cars. Through its Smart Care(TM) product portfolio, AetherPal enables customer care representatives to quickly and securely diagnose, address and resolve issues in real time, from application and network issues to problems arising from configurations and settings to common new user questions. AetherPal's Connected Car solution is designed specifically to support in-vehicle applications.
Audiobooks.com is a leading digital audiobook distributor with a subscription-based service. Focused on easy and instant delivery, users will be able to browse and instantly stream or download audiobooks to their connected car. The application seamlessly integrates with major in-car infotainment systems to offer commuters an effortless and optimized listening experience controlled via the vehicle's touchscreen. The service caters to a modern multi-device lifestyle by syncing bookmarks across all of a user's compatible devices, making it easy to listen to audiobooks in their connected car, and easily pick them up in the same place on their smartphones, tablets and computers. Listeners can enjoy audiobooks from a massive library of over 55,000 titles with new releases added every week.
Dash Radio is one of the largest all original digital radio network in the world. Founded by a group of the world's biggest DJs who wanted to bring the enjoyment back to radio, Dash Radio was created to provide the best radio experience in the digital era. Dash Radio keeps listeners first and is free with zero commercials across its 60+ original live stations. By keeping music first, with artists and DJs at the core, Dash Radio provides an innovative platform for artists while offering listeners the variety they want including stations by those who shun traditional radio. Creative and nimble, Dash Radio is revolutionizing the way people experience radio.
Eventseeker is a personalized event service with a focus on minimizing search and maximizing discovery. The application taps into users' social, music and device libraries to find artists, teams, comedians and interests that are used to provide relevant alerts and recommendations on events in the user's area. Using location API's in the connected car, users can invite friends and purchase tickets to any event within seconds.
As a leading location sharing platform, Glympse(TM) allows connected car drivers to share their location in real-time with anyone, eliminating the need for distracting phone calls or dangerous text messages. In conjunction with AT&T and the Drive Platform, Glympse is introducing the second phase of its location sharing experience, integrating multiple touch-points, including the connected car, mobile devices and wearable technology. The capability to seamlessly transfer the session between devices was made possible through work done at the AT&T Foundry(TM) innovation center.
AT&T Drive Studio and Samsung
AT&T Drive Studio's sponsorship agreement with Samsung includes software solutions around IMS service and their handsets, tablets and wearable devices. Located in Atlanta, the more than 5,000-square foot AT&T Drive Studio features working garage bays, a speech lab, a full showroom to exhibit the latest innovations, conference facilities, and much more. Drive Studio integrates AT&T solutions across multiple companies and serves as a hub where AT&T can respond to needs of automotive manufacturers and the auto ecosystem at large.
AT&T Drive Platform SDK at Hackathon
This past weekend at the AT&T Developer Summit, hackathon participants used the AT&T Drive Software Development Kit. The SDK contains tools and documentation that enables fast and standardized development of automotive apps for AT&T's automotive service delivery platform, the AT&T Drive Platform. Applications built for AT&T Drive talk to each other, share information, communicate with the cloud, and communicate with the vehicle via a centralized data and event controller built into the AT&T Drive middleware and exposed through a JavaScript API. Vehicle capabilities made available during the 2015 AT&T Developers Summit include mapping and navigation, vehicle and driver information and notification APIs. The AT&T Drive Software Development Kit will be available for broader use in 2015.
*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.
About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) is a premier communications holding company and one of the most honored companies in the world. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and internationally. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the network with the nation's strongest LTE signal as well as the nation's most reliable LTE network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet, voice and cloud-based services. A leader in mobile Internet, AT&T also offers the best global wireless coverage, based on offering roaming in more countries than any other U.S. based carrier, and offers the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV service with the AT&T U-verse(®) brand. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world.
Lovers' Dream - Revolutionary Couple's Product Gears Up For Production
MIAMI, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Lovers' Dream, the innovative new couple's pleasure product is now live on popular crowd funding platform indiegogo.com.
The revolutionary Lovers' Dream is made from body safe, medical grade silicon, has 3 vibrating motors, 5 modes, 4 speeds, is water resistant, rechargeable and has been specifically designed to fit snug within the female whilst the unique shape allows the male to fit alongside comfortably. Once in position, the Lovers' Dream remains in place, creating a more natural 'hands-free' and thrilling adventure for both partners.
"It's fantastic to see my product live on Indiegogo. It's the culmination of many years of development. All our patents are in place, and I'm very proud that the rest of the world now gets to see it," states Lover's Dream designer, Lawrence Mark.
The Lovers' Dream will be available in Sky Blue and Vivid Purple and is scheduled to be released in North America in April 2015 via authorized distributors with an envisaged MSRP of US$179.
Blue Dreams Global Inc., Barbados, operating out of Florida, founded by majority shareholder, Lawrence Mark, is the parent company producing the Lovers' Dream. The Lovers' Dream is the first in a comprehensive line up of adult pleasure products from BDGI.
LifeTrak Offering Sneak Peak At New Wearables During Consumer Electronics Show
Innovative new fitness tracker to feature continuous heart rate monitoring, flexible wear options
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Salutron, Inc., a leader in consumer fitness, heart rate and activity monitoring wearables today announced it will be offering a sneak peek at its new, 2015 LifeTrak product line today at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
The new GEM fitness tracker will be the first in LifeTrak's new line of products offering continuous heart rate monitoring. The device's design will allow for flexible wear options, enabling users to accurately track heart rate from a variety of places on the body. Building on LifeTrak's full line of 24-hour fitness trackers, which includes products for consumers at every level of activity, GEM will initially target more serious fitness enthusiasts who are looking to take their training to the next level through precision cardio and calorie burn workouts.
In addition, LifeTrak will also be offering a first look at its sleek new version of the Zone C410 fitness tracker, the Zone C410w, designed for women. In mid-January 2015, LifeTrak will begin offering this updated version of its most popular device, which will fit small to medium wrists better, have a more streamlined design and come in a new color option. Also on display will be a new set of Comfort Fit bands with breathable designs, different sizes, attractive colors and supple materials, all of which are compatible with the Zone C410, as well as all other fitness trackers in the LifeTrak line.
LifeTrak representatives will be available to demo the products, as well as provide commentary on the latest company news. In addition to their display at the Consumer Electronics Show (Sands Expo Center Booth #74512), they will showcase the full line of fitness trackers at Pepcom Digital Experience at the Mirage on Monday, January 5.
About Salutron, Inc.
Salutron, Inc., is an industry leader in heart rate monitoring technology for fitness and health equipment and products. Found in gyms across the globe, the company's heart rate technology is incorporated into many leading manufacturer's cardio gym equipment. From the gym to your wrist, Salutron also offers accurate, durable and connected wearable devices under its LifeTrak brand, and delivers a simple but sophisticated activity monitoring experience. Salutron heart rate technology has also been incorporated into many well-known private label brands. Products with Salutron's technology can be found in major retailers including Sports Authority, Sport Chalet, Dick's Sporting Goods, Big 5, Best Buy, RadioShack, Frys, Target, Walmart, Walgreens, CVS, Costco, and Amazon. Salutron is privately held and based in Fremont, CA. More information on Salutron and LifeTrak products can be found at lifetrakusa.com, or by following @MyLifeTrak.
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MegaChips Partners with Bosch Sensortec to Deliver Health and Fitness tracking for Smartphones and Wearables in Real Time
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Consumer Electronics Show (CES) - MegaChips Corporation today announced a partnership with Bosch Sensortec to provide a complete reference design for use in smartphones, wearables and other personal devices allowing consumers to monitor their activities in real time. Available today, the reference design provides both context and location awareness for health, fitness and indoor navigation monitoring and tracking applications. MegaChips is demonstrating this "Chignon B" reference design at the Bosch booth, CES stand number 71032, Sands Expo.
Research firm ABI forecasts 42 million wearable fitness and health devices will be shipped in 2014, up from 32 million in 2013. This market growth is fueled by the proliferation of low-power microchips and sensors such as those from MegaChips and Bosch Sensortec. MegaChips' ultra-low power frizz, combined with the SiTime SiT1602 programmable MHz oscillator and the Bosch Sensortec MEMS sensors BMI160, BMM150 and BME280 provide more meaningful data, easy interpretation, higher accuracy and ultra-low power critical for longer battery life.
"With each generation, devices are getting smaller and more accurate," said Utah Iwasaki, manager, business development MegaChips Technology America Corporation. "Our new joint solution with first-rate sensors from Bosch enables longer lasting wearable devices that collect more accurate data on movement, speed, distance and direction. We can, for instance, track how someone is moving their arms and legs, which is great for golf swing analysis."
Jeanne Forget, director global marketing at Bosch Sensortec said, "MegaChips has an excellent reputation for providing high-performance, ultra-low power chips that are important in consumer electronics. We are delighted to partner with MegaChips to complement our broad MEMS sensor portfolio. With our joint technologies we can create superior wearable devices that give people tremendous benefits in their everyday lives, such as longer battery life and new applications."
Piyush Sevalia, executive vice president of marketing at SiTime Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of MegaChips, said, "SiTime's groundbreaking MEMS and programmable analog technologies allow us to deliver game-changing MEMS timing solutions. Our MHz and kHz solutions provide the best accuracy, the smallest size and the lowest power, all of which are ideally suited for wearable electronics and internet of things (IoT)."
Added Iwasaki, "We are developing technology to help people get healthier, and are in joint discussions with major wearable companies to bring these portable electronics to market quickly. As more people are engaging in some form of digital examination, the ability to collect real-time information about our bodies and our behavior is crucial and will pave the way for changing how we manage our health and fitness. Bosch is the best partner for us to team up with to help empower this important evolution."
Frizz is a motion sensor hub with a 32bit DSP based motion engine called "ParaForce" that can realize high performance calculations used in processing algorithms with ultra-low power consumption in lieu of a microprocessor, which often runs at hundreds of MHz and consumes much higher power, thereby extending the runtime of portable devices. To facilitate a faster development cycle, MegaChips can provide an algorithm for indoor navigation, which utilizes the special functions from the ParaForce engine that are inside frizz. This innovative product is designed to accurately track altitude, motion, speed and direction. It empowers wearables that recognize sleep patterns, watch over elderly and find children lost in stores/malls.
Availability
The joint frizz and Bosch Sensortec solution is available now from MegaChips.
About Bosch Sensortec
Bosch Sensortec GmbH is a fully owned subsidiary of Robert Bosch GmbH, dedicated to the consumer electronics world offering a complete portfolio of micro-electro mechanical systems (MEMS) sensors and solutions that enable mobile devices to feel and sense the world around them. Bosch Sensortec develops and markets a wide portfolio of MEMS sensors and solutions for smart phones, tablets, wearable devices and IoT (Internet of Things) applications. The product portfolio includes 3-axis acceleration, gyroscope and geomagnetic sensors, integrated 6- and 9-axis as well as environmental sensors and a comprehensive software portfolio. Since its foundation in 2005 Bosch Sensortec emerged as the technology leader in the addressed markets. The Bosch Group has been the global market leader for MEMS sensors since 1998 and has to date sold more than 4 billion MEMS sensors.
For more information, go to http://www.bosch-sensortec.com.
About MegaChips
MegaChips Corporation (1st section of the TSE (Tokyo Stock Exchange): 6875) was established in 1990 as the first innovative fabless LSI company in Japan dedicated to ASICs and SOCs with integrating LSIs and systems/applications knowledge. Its focus is on the development of cutting-edge SOCs incorporating original algorithms and architecture in the areas of imaging, audio, and telecommunications, and using the advances it achieves to offer outstanding products and solutions that meet the needs of its clients. MegaChips' products and technologies are targeting to Mobile, Wearable devices and IoT applications. For additional information, please visit: http://www.megachips.co.jp/english/index.html
About MegaChips Technology America Corporation ("MegaChips America")
MegaChips America is a wholly owned subsidiary of MegaChips Corporation headquartered in Osaka, Japan. MegaChips and MegaChips America are fabless LSI companies, focused on the development of system LSIs and system products that incorporate original algorithms and architecture. Customers use MegaChips solutions for their office automation, networking and storage needs in a wide range of areas, including imaging, audio, home networking, security and communications environments. MegaChips America is headquartered in San Jose, California, with design centers at Osaka, Tokyo and Chiba in Japan and Bangalore in India of MegaChips Corporation. For more information, contact the company at 408-570-0555, or visit http://www.megachips.us.
About SiTime
SiTime Corporation, a MEMS analog semiconductor company and a wholly owned subsidiary of MegaChips Corporation (Tokyo Stock Exchange: 6875), offers MEMS-based silicon timing solutions that replace legacy quartz products. With 80% market share and about 250 million devices shipped, SiTime is driving the electronics industry to use 100% silicon-based timing. SiTime's configurable solutions enable customers to differentiate their products with higher performance, reduced size and better reliability. The rich feature set and flexibility of SiTime's solutions allow customers to consolidate their supply-chain, reducing cost of ownership and time to market. By using standard semiconductor processes and high volume packaging, SiTime offers the best availability and shortest lead times in the industry. Top-tier manufacturers are experiencing these benefits and recognize SiTime as The Smart Timing Choice(TM). For more information, visit http://www.sitime.com.
New Docking Station, Switch and Video Card Enhance Work and Play with High Resolution Support
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- The quality of 4K comes to life for designers, engineers and enthusiasts with new products IOGEAR previewed today at the annual International CES (Central Hall, Booth #15214). The USB 3.0 Universal Dock with 4K Monitor Support, the 4-Port 4K2K Slim HDMI Switch with Remote and the USB 3.0 to DisplayPort 4K2K External Video Card deliver the highest quality resolution through smart technology solutions.
"As the marketplace embraces 4K content and technology in a bigger way, IOGEAR has responded with products that seamlessly integrate this new standard into your workspace and living room," said Jack Wang, IOGEAR CEO. "By looking at how our customers use and enjoy high-resolution content, we've brought a collection of new products to CES that showcase how IOGEAR innovates to support professional lifestyles and custom applications."
IOGEAR Docking Station Harnesses 4K for a Custom Workspace
The sharpest details of 4K content are accessible on a second screen when laptop or tablet users plug into the USB 3.0 Universal Dock with 4K Monitor Support (GUD342; MSRP: $199.95). It's perfect for graphic designers, engineers or others who love the mobility of a laptop or tablet, but need up-close precision on a larger display. The docking station enhances a laptop, Ultrabook(TM) or even Microsoft Surface® Pro tablet experience with simple one-cord connectivity.
The new 4K compatibility builds on the existing connectivity options of IOGEAR's popular docking station to turn a laptop or tablet into a complete workstation. The dock can support either one additional 4K screen using DisplayPort or HDMI, or two extra screens are supported in Full HD using the additional DVI port.
It's simple to add items for a productive workspace, including a mouse, external hard drive or printer. Connections include a gigabit Ethernet port, six USB 3.0 ports (two front-mounted with 1.5A output and four rear-mounted), and audio input/output jacks for headsets or speakers. These options solve a common problem cited by consumers -- newer devices with few USB ports or no Ethernet connector. When the laptop is detached for travel or off-site work, the docking station keeps the custom workspace wired and waiting for the laptop's return.
The USB 3.0 Universal Dock with 4K Monitor Support will be available online at http://www.iogear.com and through major distribution channels this spring.
IOGEAR Streamlines 4K HDTV Experience
When many devices compete for TV connectivity, the new IOGEAR 4-Port 4Kx2K HDMI Switch with Remote (GHDSW4K4; MSRP: $29.95) makes switching among them a breeze. Now supporting resolutions up to 4Kx2K at 30 frames per second and full 3D video, the switch works with all HDMI-enabled HDTVs or displays. No power adapter is required. Simply connect a powered HDMI device to any input and begin to use.
Users can view and switch between devices using the front-panel buttons or infrared remote included with each device. The result is a more organized and functional entertainment arrangement for the home or office. The switch will be available online at http://www.iogear.com and through major distribution channels later this month.
IOGEAR 4K Switch with RS-232 Increases HDMI Connections
The new IOGEAR 4Kx2K 4-Port HDMI Switch with RS-232 Support (GHSW8241; MSRP: $99.95) allows users to connect up to four HDMI source devices to one HDMI display and supports Ultra HD 4Kx2K, the latest digital format for high-definition displays at a distance of up to 50 ft. For easy access and convenience, this switch has one HDMI port on the front panel that can be used to connect portable devices, such as laptops, tablets or digital cameras, while the other three HDMI ports on the back provide permanent connections for Blu-ray players, set-top boxes, video game consoles and more.
Switching between source devices can be done via the front panel pushbuttons, RS-232 bi-directional control or IR remote control, with front panel LED indicators for each source device. The built-in bi-directional RS-232 serial port allows users to control the switch through a high-end controller, PC, home automation or home theater software system. The switch will be available online at http://www.iogear.com and through major distribution channels later this month.
IOGEAR External Video Cards Make 4K Content a Snap
Instantly add a 4K DisplayPort or HDMI monitor to a PC laptop or computer with the USB 3.0 to DisplayPort 4K2K External Video Card (GUC34DP; MSRP: $99.95) and USB 3.0 to HDMI 4K2K External Video Card (GUC34HD; MSRP $119.95). These tools support 4K video streaming from sites like YouTube or enable desktop display mirroring and extension mode for maximum entertainment or productivity.
Great for supporting those that work on digital signage, graphics or video production, the device supports standard and widescreen aspect ratios. No power supply is required to take advantage of its benefits and multi-tasking options.
These USB 4K2K External Video Cards are the most cost-effective options on the market and will be available online at http://www.iogear.com and through major distribution channels in the first quarter of this year.
For more information on IOGEAR, please visit http://www.iogear.com. Follow IOGEAR on Twitter, the company blog and become a fan on Facebook for additional industry, company and product details.
About IOGEAR
IOGEAR, an ATEN International Company headquartered in Foothill Ranch, Calif., manufactures innovative consumer electronics and information technology solutions that enable convergence through connectivity. As the parent company of IOGEAR, ATEN is a leading designer and manufacturer of advanced connectivity solutions in the enterprise market worldwide and together, the two brands leverage synergies across product lines to offer the best solutions for both consumer and B2B markets. IOGEAR develops products that help integrate technologies, share resources, decrease clutter and energy consumption, and reduce electronic waste. IOGEAR distributes throughout North and South America, Europe and Asia.
(c)2013 IOGEAR. All rights reserved. IOGEAR and the IOGEAR logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of IOGEAR. Other company and product names may be trademarks of their respective owners.
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OmniVision Announces Availability of Optimized Algorithm Library for ARM Mali GPU Technology
Technology Enables Significant Reductions in Execution Time and Power Consumption
SANTA CLARA, Calif., Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- OmniVision Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: OVTI), a leading developer of advanced digital imaging solutions, today announced from the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas the immediate availability of an OpenCL optimized imaging algorithm library ideally suited for ARM(®) Mali((TM)) GPUs. The library includes advanced imaging features such as 3D noise suppression, chroma noise reduction, de-fringe and de-haze and is targeted at smartphones, tablets and notebooks.
"Through our close collaboration with ARM, we have developed imaging solutions that make effective use of the heterogeneous architecture of next generation application processors containing GPU Compute capable GPUs such as the ARM Mali GPU family," said Johnson Shan, Vice President of Software Algorithm Engineering at OmniVision. "The new algorithm library dramatically reduces execution time and power consumption, resulting in an enhanced user experience and extended battery life."
"The delivery of advanced imaging solutions using ARM Mali GPUs which feature GPU compute carries the potential to redefine the mobile experience," said Dennis Laudick, VP partner marketing, media processing group, ARM. "Industry leaders such as OmniVision are delivering the kind of advanced technology that can take imaging quality to a new level. At the same time, their technology can offer major benefits for OEMs and chip designers through significant cost, risk and time to market reduction."
About OmniVision
OmniVision Technologies (NASDAQ: OVTI) is a leading developer of advanced digital imaging solutions. Its award-winning CMOS imaging technology enables superior image quality in many of today's consumer and commercial applications, including mobile phones, notebooks, tablets and webcams, digital still and video cameras, security and surveillance, entertainment devices, automotive and medical imaging systems. Find out more at http://www.ovt.com.
About ARM
ARM is at the heart of the world's most advanced digital products. Our technology enables the creation of new markets and transformation of industries and society. We design scalable, energy efficient-processors and related technologies to deliver the intelligence in applications ranging from sensors to servers, including smartphones, tablets, enterprise infrastructure and the Internet of Things.
Safe-Harbor Language
Certain statements in this press release, including statements regarding the expected benefits, performance, capabilities, and potential market appeal of the optimized imaging algorithm library for the ARM Mali GPU are forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties. These risks and uncertainties, which could cause the forward-looking statements and OmniVision's results to differ materially, include, without limitation: potential errors, design flaws or other problems with the library, customer acceptance, demand, and other risks detailed from time to time in OmniVision's Securities and Exchange Commission filings and reports, including, but not limited to, OmniVision's annual report filed on Form 10-K and quarterly reports filed on Form 10-Q. OmniVision expressly disclaims any obligation to update information contained in any forward-looking statement.
OmniVision® and the OmniVision logo are registered trademarks of OmniVision Technologies, Inc.
Team reveals next generation 3D pen at the world's biggest consumer
electronics tradeshow
3Doodler [http://www.the3doodler.com ], the world's first 3D drawing pen, today
announces the new model of their ground-breaking gadget at the Consumer Electronics Show
in Las Vegas. The new device includes a slimmer, lighter design that is less than a
quarter the size of the original and weighs just 50 grams. The team, who have previously
raised $2.3m on crowdfunding platform Kickstarter, are looking to raise funds for the new
version of the pen on Kickstarter
[https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1351910088/794945037?tokenÌ6fd8ff ] in a special
short campaign aimed at early adopters that will last just 20 days.
The next generation of the world's first 3D printing pen
3Doodler's brand new model has been completely redesigned from tip to toe after more
than two years of research and development. More efficient, quieter and sleeker than the
original 3Doodler, at 50 grams the 2.0 pen is less than half the weight of an apple. Its
stylish aluminum casing gives the pen a more premium feel, alongside internals that
include a re-engineered drive system and an entirely new nozzle design. The new enhanced
airflow, which uses a patented fan system, cools the plastic even more efficiently and
quietly, while the dual speed control provides perfect precision over your creations. The
new JetPack accessory, a portable power pack for Doodling on the move, and one of four new
accessories being released for 3Doodler 2.0, allows for over 3 hours of non-stop Doodling
with PLA plastic, and over 2 hours with ABS.
Compact and easy to use, the 2.0 pen allows you to literally draw in the air by
extruding heated plastic that cools almost instantly into a solid, stable structure.
Whether freestyle 3D sketching or tracing shapes from templates to make larger
architectural structures, the 2.0 pen allows artists, designers, geometrists, hobbyists,
teachers, and architects to test out their ideas quickly and easily.
Kickstarter Approach
In a short 20-day campaign to raise $30,000, Early Bird pledges start at $50, with the
first 100 units shipping within a month of the project launch - almost unheard of for any
crowdfunding platform. Combined with other special pledge levels for early backers, this
helps prioritize the community who backed the original campaign. The remaining reward
levels will be shipped to backers by April 2015.
Max Bogue, Co-Founder and CEO explains: "We're launching on Kickstarter to offer users
on the platform the first chance at Doodling with the 2.0 pen. Although we don't expect to
raise millions again, it's our way of thanking the community for the support we were lucky
enough to receive the first time around. We're at a show surrounded by retailers
interested in stocking this beautiful version of the pen in their stores, but it's
important to us to offer our dedicated community the chance to own the brand new device
first."
For backers enthusiastic about bringing this kind of technology to schools, there is a
special Educational Bundle available a part of the campaign. It offers not just a pen for
you, but also 12 pens for your nominated school, library or makerspace, accompanied by
lesson plans, accessories and bulk plastics. There is also a Special Edition Gold-Colored
Pen available for those seeking out the height of luxury in 3D design.
3Doodler 2.0 Specs
Key features of the 3Doodler 2.0 include:
- 1/4 the size of the original 3Doodler, making it the same size as a marker
pen
- Weighs only 50 grams, less than half the weight of an apple
- Housed in a sleek anodized aluminium casing that looks beautiful and feels
great to the touch
- A fully re-engineered drive system, for even smoother 3Doodling
- An entirely new nozzle design, for better performance and crisper Doodles
- Enhanced airflow to cool the plastic even more efficiently, using a new
quieter fan system
- Dual speed control, so that you can customize your Doodling experience
- Manual temperature optimization, allowing minor flow adjustments for expertly
consistent Doodles
- More efficient and stable heating due to a reworked heating algorithm
- More efficient power consumption
Daniel Cowen, Co-Founder: "Our dream with creating the first generation 3Doodler was
to build something that captured the imagination of people worldwide. People Doodled
things far beyond our wildest expectations - from RC planes, to 3Doodled dresses,
architectural models, and even writing braille. Now drawing in the air just got even
better. As we continue in our pursuit to create the world's first and best 3D printing
pen, we're excited to see how our community pushes the boundaries of 3D art and creation."
Since the original 3Doodler launch in February 2013, world-famous architects,
celebrities and public figures have used the 3D pen, including UK Prime Minister David
Cameron and HRH Prince Harry. 3Doodler teamed up with The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) to
take over the window of the New York MoMA Store in 2014, firmly marking the pen as the
must-have tool for artists and designers.
3Doodler has sold over 125,000 units, making it the best selling 3D printing device in
the world. The device is a 2014 and 2015 CES Innovation Award Honoree, and has won the
Stuff Kickstart of the Year 2013 and The 3D Print Show Best Consumer Product 2013 award.
The 3Doodler [http://www.the3doodler.com ] is the world's first 3D printing pen,
having quickly become Kickstarter's most popular 3D consumer printing device and the third
highest funded technology project on Kickstarter.
Designed by WobbleWorks, Inc., an emerging technology company with big ideas, the
3Doodler has been created to be compact and easy to use, simply plug the 3Doodler into a
power socket and start drawing anything in 3D within minutes. Whether freestyle 3D
sketching, or tracing shapes from templates to make larger architectural structures,
anything is possible.
Note: the plastic extruded from 3Doodler is safe to touch once it has left the pen,
but the pen itself has a metal tip that can reach 230 degree(s)C.
3Doodler
CONTACT: PR Contact Heather Delaney at Dynamo Mobile: +447446073352 Email: heather.delaney@dynamopr.com
OSRAM SYLVANIA Launches LIGHTIFY Connected Lighting Portfolio At 2015 International CES
LIGHTIFY Your World with Cost-Effective Indoor/Outdoor Automated Lighting Solutions Controlled by Your Mobile Device
LAS VEGAS and DANVERS, Mass., Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- At 2015 International CES(®), North American lighting leader OSRAM SYLVANIA is unveiling OSRAM LIGHTIFY(TM) connected lighting kits, providing a portfolio of cost-effective indoor and outdoor lighting products that can be controlled and automated via an app on your mobile device to help you save energy, enhance comfort, personalize your environment, and experience joy and fun.
LIGHTIFY is designed to empower creativity and personal control for consumers of all walks of life. With LIGHTIFY, consumers can complement their decor and decorate a living room or a child's bedroom with colorful light, which is much easier than painting, and can dynamically change the atmosphere to suit a particular mood. They can also add a creative touch to their outdoor landscaping with LIGHTIFY. College students can create a fun environment in their dorm room, and business owners can craft the right ambiance at their restaurant or bar.
"Light has never been so enriching, helpful, individualized and networked. OSRAM LIGHTIFY brings the future of lighting into your home or business today," said Aaron Ganick, head of LIGHTIFY, OSRAM SYLVANIA. "Consumers want to personalize their environments without breaking the bank. Now, they can enjoy intelligent, affordable connected lighting that adapts to their desires and lifestyle at any time from any place easily via their mobile device. What is LIGHT to you? Relaxing? Inspiring? Magical? LIGHTIFY can help you experience your answer."
Easy, Useful and Secure Controllability to LIGHTIFY Your World
The OSRAM LIGHTIFY lighting system begins with a wireless Gateway that can be plugged into a standard wall outlet, and wirelessly syncs with the existing WiFi network in your home or business. Other gateways require plugging the device into a router, taking up spots and limiting you to where the gateway can be placed. With LIGHTIFY, you can place the Gateway anywhere you want.
The Gateway connects to LIGHTIFY devices (up to 50 per each Gateway) via the ZigBee Home Automation standard. Initial products include a true A19 Tunable White 60W replacement LED bulb which delivers over 800 lumens, unlike other 60W replacements that offer less lumens and therefore less brightness. It has an adjustable color temperature, meaning it can go from a warm 2700 Kelvin light up to a 6500 Kelvin cool white, at any dimness level. In addition, there are flexible, color changing, indoor LED light strips. Now for the first time, consumers can also benefit from that same color control functionality outdoors with Gardenspot Mini RGB LED lights, perfect for enhancing any landscape. Also available will be an A19 60W replacement RGBW LED bulb, which can provide up to 16 million colors to match a scene or mood, and also has tunable white functionality. OSRAM will also be offering ZigBee smart switches that will initially provide on/off/dim functions with the ability to control multiple scenes in the future.
The free, user-friendly LIGHTIFY App, which runs on Apple iOS7 or above and Android 4.1 or above, offers a variety of practical and playful options to control the lighting system and is simple to use, convenient and secure. With the app, you can choose colors, set personal lighting scenes, color match the lighting to a picture on your mobile device, or pre-set various schedule-based lighting features at any time from any place in the world via an Internet connection. For example, you could set your lights to automatically be a cool blue in the morning to help you wake up and be alert, and a warmer orange in the evening when you are relaxing. The app and system also offer features that allow you to group bulbs together so you can control a whole room at once, rather than having to individually change each lamp in a living room, for example.
Another differentiator is LIGHTIFY's easy and secure set up. The LIGHTIFY system can be up and running in three quick and simple steps. The first step is to create a LIGHTIFY account and register and scan the Gateway using the smart device. The second step is to sync the Gateway with the local wireless network, and the final step is to power on the light sources in order to pair them to the Gateway.
Integration with Leading Home Automation Platforms
Lighting is just one aspect of a smart home, and the integration of lighting and HVAC can create autonomous and intelligent lighting based experiences, and LIGHTIFY delivers unlike any other solution. Unlike other offerings, LIGHTIFY light sources use the ZigBee Home Automation standard, which means that out of the box they will work with your favorite brand of home automation ecosystems like WeMo. The Gateway can also operate other smart lighting devices from a variety of manufacturers that are ZigBee Home Automation certified.
"The benefits of having a smart home with OSRAM LIGHTIFY and a leading home automation system are endless," said Ganick. "For example, a consumer could be alerted to a possible fire or carbon monoxide leak by their lights flashing on and off, or changing colors. During peak energy usage times, a system could be designed to dim the lights, saving energy and money for a home owner."
LIGHTIFY also plans to introduce integration with Nest in the coming months.
Pricing and Availability
The OSRAM LIGHTIFY Starter Kit includes the wireless Gateway and an A19 Tunable White 60W replacement LED bulb and has a MSRP of $54.99. Additional bulbs are available for a MSRP of $29.99. The LED Flex and Gardenspot Mini RGB have MSRPs of $64.99 and $79.99, respectively. Gateways and extension packs for the LED Flex RGBW and Gardenspot Mini RGB have a MSRP of $29.99. LIGHTIFY kits, bulbs and expansion packs are available for pre-order on Amazon.com and will be also available in Q1 2015 on Lowes.com and other major retailers. The A19 60W replacement RGBW LED bulb will be available later this year. All products come with a two-year warranty.
For more information about OSRAM LIGHTIFY, visit http://www.osram-americas.com/lightify or visit the ZigBee Member Pavilion at Booth #71023 in the Sands Expo at CES January 6 - 9, 2015 in Las Vegas.
To schedule a media interview at CES, please contact Ashley LaPointe at 978-809-5819 or ashley.lapointe@sylvania.com or Glen Gracia at 978-395-7902 or glen.gracia@sylvania.com.
About OSRAM SYLVANIA
OSRAM SYLVANIA is part of OSRAM Americas, a group of OSRAM companies located in North and South America. As a leader in lighting solutions and services, specializing in innovative design and energy saving technology, the company sells products for homes, businesses and vehicles under the brand names OSRAM, Traxon, ENCELIUM and SYLVANIA. The company's portfolio covers the entire value chain of components, ranging from lamps, control units and optical semiconductors such as light-emitting diodes (LED) to luminaires, light management systems and lighting solutions. The OSRAM SYLVANIA and OSRAM Americas regional headquarters is located in Danvers, Massachusetts. For more information, visit http://www.osram-americas.com or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.
OSRAM is a registered trademark of OSRAM GmbH.
SYLVANIA is a registered trademark of OSRAM SYLVANIA Inc.
LIGHTIFY is a trademark of OSRAM GmbH.
All other trademarks are those of their respective owners.
New Mobile Solutions from SafeCell® Help Curb Distracted Driving for Both the Consumer and Business Employees
SafeCell 360® will Help to Take Control of Dangerous Behavior
HOUSTON, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Mobile devices have made it easy to communicate for families and business, but using these devices while driving can create significant safety risks. To help families, large and small businesses on the go, SafeCell 360(®) will offer two mobile solutions, SafeCell 360(®) for iPhone(®) and Android(®), both aimed at reducing dangerous driving behavior among families and employees. Both of these applications will be made available on iTunes(® )and Google(® )Play for introductory price $1.99 per device per month through April 5(th) 2015. After April 5(th) SafeCell 360 will be $2.99 regardless of whether you have a Family of 5 or Corporation with 50,000 employees. The same advanced technology will be made available to parents and corporations alike. For less than a $2.00 a month you can protect your family and employees to help eliminate this growing risk.
Available today, SafeCell 360(®) from SafeCell(®) are mobile apps that lets parents and businesses conduct real-time monitoring and helps to enforce family rules and corporate policies on mobile devices while in use. SafeCell 360(® )is designed for teenage drivers, mobile employees, fleet drivers and sales teams that regularly commute on company business or operate company vehicles. Parents and employers can manage and restrict device use while vehicles are in motion, including blocking phone calls, text messages and device applications.
With SafeCell 360(®) parents and businesses will be able to monitor device usage via GPS, gaining visibility into how fast teens and employees are driving, and if they are following parental rules, regulatory and corporate policies on their mobile devices while driving. This information, along with vehicle monitoring data will be combined in a single dashboard, allowing for easier monitoring and compliance with local, state and federal government restrictions around mobile device use. The SafeCell 360(® )solution has been designed to apply parental rules and businesses mobile device policies with commercial fleets all for the same low price of only $2.99 per month, per device. SafeCell 360(®) will integrate with fleet management solutions typically used for vehicle monitoring and logging. SafeCell 360(®) will also block the use of applications while in-transit, such as email, social media sites, texting and web browsing. SafeCell 360(® )can also be configured to only allow certain approved applications to be used while driving.
Mobile devices are a part of every family and business today and businesses rely on employees who work offsite to have them. However when those devices are used while driving, teenage drivers and employees can put themselves and others at risk. Many families have rules and businesses have policies in place to address this issue, but little means to enforce them. SafeCell 360(®) will bridge that gap to help parents and businesses enforce those rules and policies keeping teenage drivers and employees safe."
SafeCell 360(®) is compatible on all cellular carrier networks and will work across all leading mobile device platforms and operating systems; and, because the solutions are hosted in the cloud, no additional hardware purchase is required. If you child is at college or you company is global, SafeCell 360(®) has been designed to work in any country with cellular carrier connectivity.
All enquiries can be addressed to info@safecellapp.com or call (888) 910-7910.
Atmel Expands Ultra-low Power SAM G ARM Cortex M4 MCU Portfolio for Wearables and Sensor Hub Management
New SAM G54/G55 Series Deliver Industry's Smallest Form Factor, Ultra-low Power and Highest Performance for Rapidly Growing Internet of Things Market Including SoC Solutions for Wearables and Sensor Hub Management
SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Atmel(® )Corporation (NASDAQ: ATML), a global leader in microcontroller (MCU) and touch technology solutions, today announced the company has expanded its award-winning SAM G series of ARM(®) Cortex(®)-M4-based MCUs to include the SAM G54 and SAM G55.
Targeting the rapidly emerging Internet of Things (IoT) market for battery-operated devices including wearables such as fit bands and smart watches, sensor hub management, healthcare, gateways, bridges, audio devices and much more, the two new series deliver the right feature mix including higher performance, ultra-low power, smaller form factors and more SRAM. These two new series also include all the features of the current SAM G family including an Atmel | SMART ARM Cortex-M4 MCU + FPU (floating point unit), integrated sensor fusion algorithms, down to 2.84 x 2.84mm package, high-performance frequency of up to 120MHz, ultra-low power down to 102µA/MHz in active mode, and down to 5µs wake-up.
Additional key features for the new SAM G series include:
-- High-performance throughput and efficiency with a Cortex M4-based MCU
and FPU
-- Up to 512KB of Flash and up to 160KB of SRAM
-- SRAM power banking
-- Down to 2.84 X 2.84mm 49-ball WLCSP with 0.4mm pitch
-- Flexible serial peripherals and ultra-low power ADC
-- USB Host and Device
-- Peripheral Event System and SleepWalking
-- Atmel ultra-low power picoPower(®) technology
-- 64-pin QFP and QFN package options.
In order to maintain energy efficiency, many smart, connected devices use a sensor hub to aggregate and manage the sensors in the device, converting the information into usable data to improve power efficiency and performance. The new SAM G55 series gives designers the option to determine how much SRAM they will require to retain in sleep mode in order to achieve lower and better power efficiency for their designs by utilizing SRAM power banking.
"Designers are looking for simple-to-use solutions with an edge to help bring their differentiated products faster to market for both wearables and sensor hub management," said Vince Murdica, Sr. Director of Sensor Centric Systems, Atmel Corporation. "Atmel's new SAM G series delivers differentiation for these markets by offering ultra-low power, higher performance, more memory and smaller form factor, along with connectivity options on a single chip to fuel the innovation. Atmel's expanded SAM G series builds on our portfolio of touch, security, connectivity and software solutions for this rapidly growing market."
Tools
To accelerate the design, a SAM G55 Xplained Pro evaluation kit is available for the SAM G55 series. The ATSAMG55-XPRO evaluation board includes an embedded debugger, Atmel Studio integrated development platform and the Atmel Software Framework. The kit is also fully supported by third party partners IAR and Keil.
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.
WATCH: ALCATEL ONETOUCH Unveils a Full Line of Premium-Design Smartwatches -- Affordable and for All Uses
- Slim, premium smartwatches that offer different styles to suit everyone
- Packed with sensors and apps that allow users to monitor daily activity
- Connect to Android and iOS smartphones to control music, receive notifications and more
- Long battery life with built-in USB connector for easy charging
HONG KONG, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- It looks like a watch and feels like a watch but it's much smarter than that. ALCATEL ONETOUCH introduces the WATCH, a smartwatch that puts a premium on elegant design at a very accessible price. In launching the WATCH, ALCATEL ONETOUCH is not content just to make the latest connected technology available to the greatest number of consumers. Offering the WATCH at a fraction of the cost of competitors, the smartphone brand has implemented its design expertise to offer a series of fine finishes that meet the demands of those looking for the same look and feel as a traditional watch.
"It's called a wearable, so we wanted to make something that would be a pleasure to wear," said ALCATEL ONETOUCH's Chief Marketing Officer Dan Dery. "The watch face and the band are slim, like a regular watch, but it has the multi-functionality of a smartwatch."
Available in several styles -- sporty dark red/volcano black, feminine all-white, classic chrome/dark gray and elegant metal-white -- the ALCATEL ONETOUCH WATCH employs materials such as brushed chrome, micro-textured resin bands and white stainless steel. This choice of finishes assures that it will appeal to both men and women, demonstrating ALCATEL ONETOUCH's dedication to bringing to the market products that fulfill everyone's needs.
While offering choice and style, the WATCH also offers multiple fitness functions and connects to Android and iOS smartphones via Bluetooth.
Monitors User Activity
The WATCH is packed with sensors: the heart-rate monitor is embedded discretely on the underside of the watch face; there's also an accelerometer, gyroscope, altimeter and e-compass.
The WATCH also allows users to track their sleep cycle, distance covered, steps taken and calories burned. To monitor their fitness goals, users can access the activity overview that the WATCH offers.
Multimedia Remote Control and Phone Notifications
When the smartwatch is connected to a smartphone, it sends users call notifications; social media updates and vibrates if users stray too far from their phones.
Touching the WATCH's screen activates a multimedia remote control. Users can control music, take pictures from their phone from a distance or make their phone ring in order to locate it.
Simplicity of Use Is Built In
The WATCH is compatible with a number of ALCATEL ONETOUCH smartphones in the HERO, IDOL and POP series, as well as with any phone running on Android 4.3 or above and on iOS 7 or above. It is dust and water-resistant, with a long battery life.
Speaking of the battery, the WATCH has a clever USB charger integrated into its band for simplicity of use. With beauty and functionality integrated into one device, ALCATEL ONETOUCH offers a smartwatch at a smart price, fulfilling its mission of making the latest technology available to all.
Stop by our booth #9829 at the International CES.
Technical specifications
DESIGN Thickness of watch face: 10.5 mm
Diameter of watch face: 41.8 mm
Thickness of wristband: 3.5 mm
Width of wristband: 20 mm
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DISPLAY 1.22", 262K
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CONNECTIVITY Bluetooth 4.0
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CHIPSET STM429
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BATTERY 210mAh
Can work for 2-5 days
Charging takes about 1 hour
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FEATURES Accelerometer
Gyro
Altimeter
Heart rate sensor
E-compass
NFC tag
Vibration motor
IP67 (water resistant)
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COMPATIBILITY WATCH is compatible with Android 4.3
or above and iOS 7 and above
HERO 2
IDOL X+
IDOL 2 MINI
IDOL 2
POP D SERIES
POP S SERIES
POP M SERIES
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Media Contacts
Fran Tam - ALCATEL ONETOUCH - Global
+852 3180 2831 - fran.tam@tcl.com
Jason Gerdon - ALCATEL ONETOUCH - N. America
+1 949 245 9913 - jason.gerdon@alcatelonetouch.com
ALCATEL ONETOUCH is simple, unexpected, down to earth, irreverent and colorful. We believe that what makes technology smart is what you can do with it rather than what it can do.
ALCATEL ONETOUCH is a brand within TCL Communication, an international multicultural company which designs, develops, and markets globally a growing range of mobile and Internet devices. TCL Communication is a public company listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (2618.HK) and part of TCL Corporation one of the largest consumer electronics companies in the world.
Sengled Showcases Award-Winning Products at 2014 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas
Four Innovative Sengled Products - Pulse, Boost and Snap - Now on Display at CES Booth #70840 and at ShowStoppers Table F6
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Sengled, makers of intelligent lighting products that integrate consumer electronics people can't live without into energy efficient LED lightbulbs, today announced that the company is showcasing four of its most innovative smart home products at the 2014 CES in Las Vegas. The company will demonstrate its award-winning Pulse, Boost and Snap products during the CES event, which is being held January 6-9, 2015.
Sengled Snap, an LED light bulb with an integrated IP camera, speaker and microphone, was recently selected as Best of Innovation for the 2015 CES Innovation Awards in the Smart Home product category. The Sengled Boost, an LED light bulb with a built-in Wi-Fi signal repeater, was also chosen as a 2015 CES Innovation Awards Honoree in the Smart Home category.
Sengled Pulse is an LED lightbulb with an integrated JBL speaker to enable wire-free delivery of quality sound throughout the home. Pulse is sold as a solo unit or as a master bulb that connects to up to seven satellite bulbs, creating a Bluetooth-enabled sound system that can be controlled via an iOS or Android app.
"At Sengled, we believe the lightbulb can be continuously reinvented to make life better for modern consumers," said Johnson Shen, CEO of Sengled. "The products we're showcasing at 2014 CES demonstrate how consumer electronics can be integrated with lightbulbs to provide better entertainment options, improve security, increase connectivity and extend home networking capabilities in fresh new ways. We're excited about showing CES participants how these products work at the world's premier consumer electronics event."
The company was honored to receive recognition for two of its outside-the-box products at the recent 2015 CES Innovation Awards. Sengled's Pulse is currently available in North America at the Apple Online Store, Amazon.com, Home Depot, Best Buy, Houzz and other retail outlets.
Sengled will demonstrate how the Pulse, Boost and Snap products work in today's modern smart home at CES Booth #70840 and at ShowStoppers Table F6. To learn more about Sengled and its innovative smart bulb products, please visit http://www.sengled.com.
About Sengled
Sengled is a global innovator in LED lighting, pioneering research and development that brings bright new ideas to smart lighting. By integrating consumer electronics with energy-saving LED bulbs, Sengled provides consumers with app controlled, intuitive, eco-friendly products that bring smart home capabilities to every room enhancing the connected home with technology for entertainment, utility and security.
Telehealth-lite Solution Provides Consumers with Ability to Monitor and Track Vital Signs Using Company's Medical Alert Technology
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Empowering its customers with a new solution to proactively address broader health management using its medical alert technology, MobileHelp®, a leader in mobile Personal Emergency Response System (M-PERS) solutions, today announced the launch of its MobileVitals(TM) telehealth platform.
In response to increased consumer demand to use technology for healthcare management, MobileVitals is a proactive, consumer-focused telehealth solution. With a full line of peripherals available for customers to track their vital signs,
MobileVitals offers the benefits of identifying trends in biometric data captured via technology already available through the existing MobileHelp medical alert system.
Customers will be able to take their vital signs from selected peripherals, collected through either the new Bluetooth® Smart Ready-enabled base station and/ or Smartphone with MobileHelp Connect® App. Data is then collected, tabulated and presented to customers through the MobileHelp Connect secure portal. Data will be available for the customer and any caregiver they authorize to view the information.
"Technology is enabling a new delivery system for healthcare, defined by people who have the technology they need to better manage their own health," said Robert Flippo, MobileHelp CEO. "To that end, MobileVitals brings together the benefits of reactive fall detection technology and proactive biometrics data collection, to empower our customers with critical information to help them - and authorized caregivers - understand vital aspects of their health and well-being, allowing for better- informed decisions."
Initial peripherals available through MobileVitals will include a weight scale, pulse oximeter, blood pressure cuff and glucometer, which will allow customers to proactively manage their health, as well as address chronic care issues. To begin tracking vital signs on a regular basis, customers only need to acquire the peripherals they wish to utilize from MobileHelp, and then use either the MobileHelp base station in the home or the M-PERS application on their smartphone to record their vital sign data. This information will then be available via the MobileHelp Connect web portal where it can be viewed securely online by the customer or authorized caregivers.
The system components - which include available peripherals, the MobileHelp Connect online portal, the in-home cellular base station, and/or the M-PERS application for smartphone - are designed to seamlessly integrate and update, providing the additional value of the activity tracking application while also providing the peace-of-mind emergency response function associated with automatic fall detection:
-- Cellular Base Station: The Bluetooth Smart Ready cellular base station
(for use in the home) allows customers to have access to emergency help
and serves as the connection point between the new MobileVitals
peripheral devices and MobileHelp Connect, syncing the collected
biometric data from peripherals and relaying it to the MobileHelp
Connect online portal for display purposes.
-- M-PERS Application: A new application for smartphones, the M-PERS app
allows customers to have access to emergency help should they need it,
while also syncing all MobileVitals peripherals. This new M-PERS app
will be compatible with the MobileHelp Bluetooth Fall Button, a wearable
help button with automatic fall detection enabling users to get
emergency help, even if their smartphone is out of reach.
-- MobileHelp Connect: To access MobileVitals data as part of the
MobileHelp Connect portal, customers merely need to sign in online or
through the corresponding mobile app and select the application within
the user-interface. Data from the peripherals can be viewed in graph
format for selected periods of time, daily, weekly, monthly or yearly.
-- MobileVitals Peripherals: Biometric Bluetooth Smart peripherals
initially available through MobileVitals include: a weight scale, blood
pressure cuff, pulse oximeter, and a glucometer.
MobileVitals will be utilized in pilot programs within the healthcare community in early Q2 2015, and available for general consumer purchase in late Q2 2015. Access via Smartphone MobileHelp Alert App will be available at a later date.
About MobileHelp
MobileHelp is a leading provider of M-PERS (Mobile-Personal Emergency Response Systems) and personal health management technology. The company develops and distributes market-leading products such as Cellular DUO, a fully integrated medical alert system with GSM/GPS technology, which provides an in-home cellular base station and a mobile device to protect customers away from home. MobileHelp's M-PERS devices are integrated with nationwide wireless voice, data and GPS technology to provide real-time medical monitoring services and location tracking for expedited personal emergency assistance. In addition to emergency response services, MobileHelp offers proactive health management services such as Activity Tracking and Medication Reminders. MobileHelp, the first FDA registered mobile medical alert system provider, is a two-time recipient of Frost and Sullivan Leadership Awards, and was named to the 2014 Grow Florida Top Companies to Watch and ranked 111 overall in Inc. 500's 2014 list of Fastest Growing Companies in America. The company is located in the Research Park at Florida Atlantic University®. For sales or more information about MobileHelp, please call 1-800-989-9863 or go online to http://www.MobileHelp.com.
Atmel Launches Low-Power Bluetooth Smart Platform Setting New Industry Standard; Expands Ultra-low Power Atmel |Smart MCU Portfolio for Internet of Things and Wearables Markets
- Bluetooth Smart Solutions Set New Low-Power Standards with at Least 30% Power Savings Compared to Existing Solutions on the Market in Dynamic Mode
- Packaged in Extremely Small 2.1mm x 2.1mm WLCSP Package to Enable Design Flexibility for All Devices
- Solution Can Be Combined with Any Atmel MCU for a Complete IoT Platform
SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Atmel® Corporation (NASDAQ: ATML), a global leader in microcontroller (MCU) and touch solutions, today unveiled an ultra-low power Bluetooth® Smart solution achieving sub-1µA in standby mode, while delivering the industry's best dynamic power consumption, increasing battery life by as much as one year for certain applications. http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnvar/20120530/SF15228LOGO
According to recent studies, the IoT market is set for explosive growth with 69 percent of U.S. consumers planning to buy network-connected technology for their homes by 2019.* With billions of devices expected in the IoT and wearables markets, designers of all levels require a very low-power platform that allows them to develop smart, connected devices in space-constrained applications. The BTLC1000 pushes the limits of space constrained areas with its unprecedented 2.1mm X 2.1mm Wafer Level Chipscale Package (WLCSP) making it ideal for the rapidly growing IoT and wearables markets, including portable medical, activity trackers, human Interface devices, gaming controllers, beacons and much more.
Expanding the Atmel SmartConnect wireless portfolio, the BTLC1000 is a Bluetooth Smart link controller integrated circuit that connects as a companion to any Atmel AVR or Atmel | SMART MCU through a UART or SPI API requiring minimal resource on the host side. The standalone Atmel | SMART SAM B01 Bluetooth Smart Flash MCU leverages the embedded ARM® Cortex® M0 core combined with the integrated analog and communication peripherals to implement application-specific functionalities and is available as a system-in-package or a certified module. Both devices are fully integrated with a self-contained Bluetooth Smart controller and stack enabling wireless connectivity for a variety of applications to be quickly implemented without the wireless expertise typically required.
"One of the primary challenges of the IoT market is system integration--connecting one or multiple devices to the gateway and cloud," said Reza Kazerounian, Sr. Vice President and General Manager, Microcontroller Business Unit, Atmel. "Atmel's new Bluetooth Smart solutions solve these integration issues by enabling IoT designers of all levels the ability to connect their devices to the gateway and cloud with an easy-to-use, low-power Bluetooth connectivity solution. We are excited to enable more designers to bring their connected devices to the IoT market without comprising design time."
Bluetooth Smart devices are a new breed of Bluetooth 4.1 peripherals with only a single Bluetooth 4.1 radio connecting only to Bluetooth Smart Ready devices. Bluetooth Smart is the intelligent, power-friendly version of Bluetooth wireless technology that works with an application on the smartphone or tablet you already own. The cost-effective Bluetooth Smart technology can easily give developers and OEMs the flexibility to create solutions that will work with the billions of Bluetooth-enabled products already in the market today, and is supported by every major operating system. The technology brings every day devices such as toothbrushes, heart-rate monitors, fitness devices and more to be connected, communicating through applications that reside in Bluetooth Smart compatible smartphones, tablets or other similar devices already owned by consumers.
Atmel will be showcasing a Bluetooth Smart demo highlighting the BTLC1000 low power capabilities. Come visit Atmel at the South Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center in meeting place #MP25760 during CES 2015 held January 6-9, 2015 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Availability
General samples will be available in March 2015.
About Atmel
Atmel Corporation (NASDAQ: ATML) is a worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of microcontrollers, capacitive touch solutions, advanced logic, mixed-signal, non-volatile 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.
Chamberlain Brings Lights, Video, Action to the Smart Home with New Connected Products at CES 2015
Chamberlain Connects the Home and Smartphone with the First Wi-Fi Connected Garage Door Opener and Notifi Video Door Chime
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Chamberlain, renowned for excellence in do-it-yourself garage door openers and connected devices grounded in safety, security, quality and peace of mind, announced today at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) the industry's first fully integrated, smartphone-connected Wi-Fi garage door opener and the first smartphone-connected video door chime to combine lights, video, notification and communication into one sleek product. The new Chamberlain Wi-Fi Garage Door Opener with MyQ Smartphone Control and soon-to-be-available Chamberlain Notifi(TM) take the company's innovations from the garage door to the front door, bringing new levels of control and awareness over what's happening at home from anywhere in the world.
Consumers regularly wonder if they left their garage door open after leaving home. Chamberlain's Wi-Fi Garage Door Opener is the first to have Wi-Fi and smartphone connectivity built in, solving this problem using MyQ technology to allow consumers to see if their garage door is open, and to close it from anywhere. Available this spring, Chamberlain's new opener has everything consumers need to quickly and easily connect their smartphones to the garage door opener. Later this year, Chamberlain will bring its Notifi video door chime to the market, which is the first to combine motion detection, lights, door chime, notification and communication in one smart device. Stylish, affordable and simple to install, Chamberlain Notifi gives people peace of mind that even when they're away, home is near.
"Chamberlain has developed the highest quality garage door openers for more than 40 years and we've extended our technology to the connected space, where consumers expect the same safety and quality," said Cory Sorice, Vice President of Marketing for Connected Products and eCommerce at Chamberlain. "MyQ has become the preeminent connected way to manage coming and going moments for the home, working with the top smart-home providers in the industry. We're innovating new connected products that incorporate video, lights, notifications and better awareness for consumers. It's going to be an exciting year for Chamberlain, our partners and our customers."
New Connected Home Partnerships Put Chamberlain MyQ at Center of the Smart Home
Chamberlain is one of the top connected-home brands in the industry with its MyQ technology. Through partnerships with some of the leading consumer electronics manufacturers and home-improvement retailers, Chamberlain offers MyQ integration with other popular connected devices. Chamberlain announces new support for Apple® HomeKit technology. With HomeKit, customers can control their MyQ garage door from anywhere using their iPhone, iPad or iPod touch. As a secure platform, HomeKit and MyQ support access and control for multiple home devices from within one iPhone, iPad or iPod touch app. For details on Chamberlain integration partners visit http://www.chamberlain.com/technology-partners.
Chamberlain at CES 2015
Chamberlain is unveiling its product roadmap at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, January 6-10, 2015. Chamberlain will demonstrate its new products at the Digital Experience media event Monday, January 5, at the Mirage Events Center, Mirage Hotel, and in the Chamberlain hospitality suite at the Venetian Hotel. To schedule a meeting with the company, please contact ssteinwinder@purdierogers.com.
About Chamberlain
Chamberlain manufactures and markets some of the most reliable and innovative do-it-yourself products for the garage and home. Chamberlain offers a full line of residential garage door openers and accessories as well as other cutting edge garage and home solutions. For more information on Chamberlain products, visit http://www.Chamberlain.com.
Chamberlain®, and MyQ® are trademarks licensed by The Chamberlain Group, Inc. The Nest Learning Thermostat is a trademark of Nest Labs, Inc.
Discover Lexibook®'s range of pioneer TV consoles
LexiBox® - Playdroid® - TV Console Game
NEW YORK, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --
LexiBox®: the first Android(TM) Educational Console
LexiBox® is the console video game system created by Lexibook®, it is the first Android(TM) console dedicated to 3-8 years old children for edutainment. It is a revolutionary way to learn and have fun. This 3-in-1 console give access to games for fun, educative for learning, and multimedia for watching videos, listening to music, and even going on Internet. The innovative gaming experience, as well as the interface especially designed for younger users, will provide hours of fun and discovery as they learn. Through the Android interface, the parents can control everything: access to apps, using time management, passwords... The security is 100% assured.
"The LexiBox TV console has been made to fill a great blank in the market. Parents want their children to learn while playing videos games, which is possible with the LexiBox." Aymeric Le Cottier, Lexibook's CEO.
Playdroid
The Playdroid Multimedia TV console is dedicated to endless fun and action. Sports games like bowling, tennis, running, fishing... it's fun for everyone. The Playdroid also includes multimedia features such as an access to Internet, music, videos.... Directly on your TV. Internet access provides fun without limits: more than 1000 apps are available on the Playdroid® Market, including the latest Android(TM) games. It is also possible to download one's favorite series from the iStore by Lexibook®.
TV Game Console
The TV Game Console is a fun and interactive console to live real time action and entertainment with family and friends. 2000 built-in games are available on mini SD card, including interactive sports games, arcade and mini games, and real time action, for a multiplayer unique experience. Photo, video and music apps are also available.
About Lexibook
Owner of famous trademarks such as Karaoke Micro Star®, Spy Move®, Move Cam®, Cyber Arcade®, Meteoclock®, Serenity®, Tablet Phone® and KidsTab®, Lexibook® is the European leader for licensed electronic devices and Android educational tablets designed for kids. Lexibook's strategy is based on building strong partnerships with evergreen and international licenses, as well as developing unique products with high added value that are subject to constant innovation. Lexibook® is listed on the EURONEXT exchange and has sold over 25 million products. Lexibook now sells a product every ten seconds worldwide.
Gibson Brands Partners With Usain Bolt to Enter Headphone Space With Trainer
Debut of Trainer by Gibson health-focused brand at CES 2015
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- At CES 2015, Gibson Brands, best known for its global leadership in musical instruments, consumer electronics and audio, today announced its entry into the headphone market. Trainer by Gibson is a new health-focused brand that captures the essence of Gibson's heritage of innovation, quality, design and technology.
"Gibson Brands is an innovation powerhouse in the music industry. We have a full portfolio of brands that span every step of the chain, from the musician's hands to the listener's heart," said Henry Juszkiewicz, chairman and CEO of Gibson. "Trainer by Gibson brings the power of music to motivate and enhance life experiences for fitness enthusiasts in a way that was not possible before this product. The product brings style, safety, convenience and great sound to help people reach their fitness goals."
The headphones will incorporate innovations never before brought together in one device. Trainer by Gibson has been created in partnership with Usain Bolt, the fastest man alive and six-time Track & Field Olympic Gold medalist, to deliver the ultimate fitness accessory.
"Each day it's my trainer who gets me started, and its music that keeps me going. I push my body to the limit on and off the track," said Usain Bolt. "It takes hard work and focus to achieve my goals. Gibson understands how to harness the power of music and Trainer will help anybody who cares about fitness reach their potential."
Trainer by Gibson headphones include a number of key features to suit the specific needs of fitness enthusiasts who demand excellent sound quality, safety and sleek design:
-- The headphones switch between an active mode and a lifestyle mode. With
just a push of a button, the Aeroflex design transforms them into sports
headphones providing the right fit, comfort and stability for a proper
workout.
-- NightNav strategically placed LED light offers safety and visibility;
perfect for nighttime runs.
-- SafeSound 40mm driver open acoustic system ensures safe and powerful
sound performance since pumping beats and bass are essential for high
energy fitness.
-- CoolTouch keeps workouts comfortable through climate regulating cushions
with cutting-edge NASA space technology fabric. The Outlast technology
uses Phase Change Materials that absorb, store and release heat for
optimal thermal comfort.
-- Weather and sweat resistance is achieved through WeatherSeal as drivers
are protected by a hydroscopic mesh and the internals are sealed with
silicon gaskets. After extra vigorous workouts, the cushions can be
removed and cleaned.
-- FreeMov through superior Bluetooth performance and 10 hours of battery
life for music and calls allows unrestricted, wireless movement to
maximize focus on fitness.
Trainer by Gibson will be available in late April 2015 for $239.
To discover more about Trainer by Gibson, visit the Gibson Brands tent at CES 2015, just outside the Las Vegas Convention Center, Central Plaza CP1 from January 6 - 9, 2015.
About Trainer by Gibson:
Trainer by Gibson is a new health-focused brand inspired by and designed for an active lifestyle. Building on Gibson's expertise in musical instruments, consumer electronics and audio, Trainer harnesses the power of music to help anybody who cares about fitness reach their potential. Innovative technology, powerful sound quality and contemporary design are at its core.
'WakingApp' Won IBM's European SmartCamp and Will Compete in the U.S. SmartCamp Finals
TEL-AVIV, Israel, January 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --
WakingApp [http://www.wakingapp.com ]presented its Augmented & Virtual Reality, easy
to use platform that will enable anyone to create dynamic and interactive content.
WakingApp develops a unique AR/VR platform to enable anyone, company or individual, to
create independently, in a friendly manner and without programming skills: advanced,
interactive augmented reality content with multiuser interaction, live data feeds,
personalization, social activities, live 3D games and much more.
All of these will form an additional digital layer that will be presented as an
additional digital layer on a scanned object, using any mobile device, tablet and wearable
computing device, including leading smart glasses.
Udi Shani, WakingApp CEO : "We believe that many SME's will embrace the use of our
platform to simplify operating instructions or display relevant information to end users
through the scanning device (no need to make any change on the product) and thus get an
exciting and innovative layer in the world of user manuals, packaging, tourism, education,
consumer products, advertising, games, and much more."
Recently, Samsung Israel chose WakingApp's platform for its official launch of the
Note4 in Israel and enabled potential customers to experience the Note4 at the point of
sale, with Augmented Reality.
The company is already strategically partnering with major market leaders worldwide
and is scheduled to officially launch its innovative platform at MWC Barcelona in early
March 2015.
For additional info contact:
Sharon Segal
+972-50-2066637
sharon@wakingapp.com http://www.wakingapp.com
SoftKinetic Reveals for the First Time its 3D Vision Technology for Augmented Reality Mobile Platforms and Robotics Systems at CES 2015
Time of Flight Technology Allows Users to Easily Interact with the World around Them in Both Short and Long Range Environments
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Consumer Electronics Show - SoftKinetic®, the world's leading provider of 3D vision technology, today announced that the company is entering the Augmented Reality (AR) for Mobile Platforms market along with new Robotics implementations, allowing users to interact in 3D with devices in both short range and long range environments. The company will demonstrate SoftKinetic's DepthSense® 3D Time of Flight (ToF) camera for the first time - which uses the Qualcomm(®) Vuforia((TM)) mobile vision platform, a product of Qualcomm Connected Experiences, Inc. - at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, January 6-9, 2015 in the main Qualcomm(®) booth 8252 in Central Hall. SoftKinetic will also show for the first-time a prototype of SoftKinetic's DepthSense camera running on robotic platforms powered by Qualcomm(®) Snapdragon((TM)) 805 processor in the Qualcomm booth 26220 within the Unmanned Systems area in South Hall at CES. The Snapdragon 805 processor is a product of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated.
"Augmented Reality and Robotics are such exciting arenas, with more and more technologies coming to market that support truly sophisticated capabilities for users to engage with the world around them in fun and beneficial ways," said Michel Tombroff, CEO of SoftKinetic. "Qualcomm's Vuforia is a perfect example of a platform that allows our DepthSense technology to deliver at its fullest capacity, creating the most robust mobile AR experience available to anyone, anywhere."
SoftKinetic will show a dense 3D reconstruction of a room-sized environment running entirely on a Snapdragon powered device with the aid of a depth-sensing camera. This technology allows users to perform a wide variety of natural and photorealistic AR experiences, such as placing virtual furniture into the open space of an existing room to see exactly how it would function, or customizing toy and play with it in an augmented environment, or measuring and cutting in the kitchen or workroom with the help of AR glasses to create the perfect project.
"Depth sensing technology is critical for us to enable the next generation of augmented reality experiences with Vuforia," said Jay Wright, vice president of product management for Qualcomm Vuforia. "Once integrated in devices, SoftKinetic's DepthSense technology will enhance Vuforia Smart Terrain(TM) to provide experiences with much greater immersion and increased ease of use."
SoftKinetic's DepthSense technology provides the best resolution, lowest power consumption, smallest form factor and the simplest manufacturing processes for AR, 3D scanning and gesture recognition on the mobile platform compared to any other ToF solution.
About SoftKinetic
SoftKinetic's vision is to give everyone the freedom to control, explore and enjoy the entire digital world through the most natural and intuitive user interfaces and machine interactions. SoftKinetic is the leading provider of 3D vision technology for the consumer electronics and professional markets, including automotive, digital signage, and medical systems. The company offers a complete family of 3D imaging, 3D scanning and gesture recognition solutions, including patented 3D CMOS time-of-flight sensors, modules and cameras (DepthSense® family of products), multi-platform 3D scanning and 3D gesture recognition middleware and tools (SoftKinetic® Libraries family of products). For more information on SoftKinetic please visit http://www.softkinetic.com. For videos of SoftKinetic-related products visit SoftKinetic's YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/SoftKinetic.
Qualcomm Snapdragon is a product of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Qualcomm Vuforia is a product of Qualcomm Connected Experiences, Inc.
Qualcomm, Snapdragon, and Vuforia are trademarks of Qualcomm Incorporated, registered in the United States and other countries. Smart Terrain is a trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated. All Qualcomm Incorporated trademarks are used with permission. Other products and brand names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Press contact:
Natalee Gibson
Incendio International
Tel: +1-720-323-5382
New Camera Allows Parents to Locally or Remotely Keep an Eye on their Little Ones with Pan and Tilt, HD Video Quality and Ability to Customize Lullabies Played from a microSD Card
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- INTERNATIONAL CES - D-Link today announced that the HD Pan & Tilt Wi-Fi Baby Camera (DCS-855L) is now available. Representing a new generation of monitoring solutions fit for the modern parent, the new camera works seamlessly with the free mydlink(®) Baby app to transform mobile devices into top-of-the-line baby monitors. The new camera features remote pan and tilt functionality, allowing parents to adjust their viewing angle right from a smartphone or tablet device to get a sweeping view of an entire nursery.
Unlike traditional monitoring solutions, the HD Pan & Tilt Wi-Fi Baby Camera helps parents keep watch over their babies whether they're at home or away with a Wi-Fi, 3G or 4G connection from a smartphone or tablet device. In addition to allowing parents to view their little ones, the wireless camera also comes with two-way audio and five classic lullabies, so they can soothe their baby back to sleep with the sound of their voice or a peaceful tune. The camera also allows parents to upload personalized lullabies or favorite bedtime stories via a microSD card, to truly customize the monitoring solution.
"At D-Link we understand that nothing is more important to new parents than the health and safety of a new baby. Since we launched our first Wi-Fi Baby Camera last year, our baby monitoring solutions have been receiving rave reviews from new parents," said Daniel Kelley, vice president of marketing, D-Link Systems, Inc. "We're excited to introduce this latest model to our award-winning lineup to provide parents with pan and tilt functionality for a more complete view of an entire nursery, as well as the ability to personalize the camera like nothing else on the market with their own favorite lullabies and stories."
Designed to be simple to set up and easy to use, the HD Pan & Tilt Wi-Fi Baby Camera works seamlessly with the free mydlink Baby app for iOS(®) and Android(®) devices to allow for simple management of all the camera's features directly from a mobile device. Featuring infrared LEDs that provide up to 16 feet of visibility in the dark, the camera provides a clear picture day or night and also sends notifications when sound, motion or temperature changes are detected, enabling parents to check in immediately to make sure everything is alright. Parents with more than one child can view and manage multiple D-Link(®) baby cameras from the same app.
More About the HD Pan & Tilt Wi-Fi Baby Camera:
-- Pan & Tilt Functionality - Pivot up, down, left and right to get the
perfect view, even when you're not there directly from your smartphone
or tablet device
-- 720p HD Quality Video - Rich detail and crisp image quality for
monitoring your baby
-- Personalized Lullabies - Add up to five MP3 songs and audio recordings
to a microSD card for playback on the baby camera
-- Night Vision - Infrared LEDs turn on automatically when it gets dark
providing up to 16 feet of visibility in the dark
-- Sound and Motion Detection - Alerts you of detected motion or loud
noises, such as your baby crying
-- Temperature Sensor - Push alert notifications sent if the room becomes
too hot or cold
-- Two-Way Audio - Speak and listen as your child responds to the sound of
your voice
-- MicroSD/SDHC Card Slot* - Record snapshots and videos triggered by
motion/sound
-- Remote Viewing - Check in from anywhere, anytime with your mobile device
using the free mydlink Baby app (available for iOS and Android devices)
-- Easy Do-it-Yourself Setup - Download the free mydlink Baby app for your
iPhone, iPad or Android device and follow the simple steps to set up
your camera.
-- Photo & Video Snapshots - Save snapshots and videos directly to your
mobile device
-- Pinch-Zoom - Pinch and zoom capabilities to see video in greater detail
-- 5 Classic Lullabies - Soothe your baby with any of 5 built-in gentle
lullabies
-- Interchangeable Accent Color Rings - Includes white, pink and blue
accent rings
Availability and Pricing
The HD Pan & Tilt Wi-Fi Baby Camera (DCS-855L) is now available for $229.99 in the United States throughout D-Link's vast network of retail and etail partners. D-Link is also releasing a standard VGA version of the camera, the Pan & Tilt Wi-Fi Baby Camera (DCS-850L), which will be available in late January for $139.99 in the United States throughout D-Link's vast networks of retail and etail partners.
Both cameras will be displayed at the 2015 International CES, Jan. 6-8, 2015 in Las Vegas. Detailed specifications are available online at us.dlink.com/dcs-850l and us.dlink.com/dcs-855l.
About D-Link
D-Link is the global leader in connectivity for home, small business, mid- to large-sized enterprise environments, and service providers. An award-winning designer, developer, and manufacturer, D-Link implements and supports unified network solutions that integrate capabilities in switching, wireless, broadband, storage, IP Surveillance, and cloud-based network management. For more information visit us.dlink.com, or connect with D-Link on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/dlink) and Twitter (http://www.twitter.com/dlink) or D-Link's blog (http://blog.dlink.com/).
* Supports microSDHC Class 6 card and above up to 32GB. microSD card not included.
Use of audio or video equipment for recording the image of a person without their knowledge and consent is prohibited in certain states or jurisdictions. The end-user assumes all liability for compliance with applicable state, local and federal laws.
This product is NOT intended to replace proper supervision of children.
D-Link Gets Your Home Talking with New D.I.Y. Security Kits
Both Kits Include a Wi-Fi Camera, Wi-Fi Smart Plug and Wi-Fi Motion Sensor to Secure, Connect and Automate Your Home
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- INTERNATIONAL CES -- D-Link today announced two home security solutions - the D.I.Y. Security Kit - HD Edition (DCH-101KT) and the D.I.Y. Security Kit - HD Pan & Tilt Edition (DCH-301KT). Designed to help homeowners and renters take a hands-on approach to their security systems, each kit combines three of D-Link's most popular smart home products - a Wi-Fi Camera, Wi-Fi Smart Plug and Wi-Fi Motion Sensor - offering hundreds of ways to secure, connect and automate the home. The kits also offer free cloud video recording enabling users to automatically capture footage based on motion sensor triggers; a handy feature for travelers wishing to protect their home while away.
All of the products included in the D.I.Y. Security Kits work with the free mydlink(®) Home app for iOS(®) and Android(®) smartphones and tablets allowing users to control the devices all from one screen. Users can access the Wi-Fi Camera to view a live feed of their home from virtually anywhere, use the Wi-Fi Smart Plug to remotely turn devices and appliances on and off, and receive alerts from the Wi-Fi Motion Sensor to always know when something is moving at home. The mydlink Home app also makes it quick and easy to create actions between the devices for a truly automated security solution. For instance, an action could be created to pair all three smart products to turn on the lights and automatically record footage when motion is detected.
While all D-Link(®) Wi-Fi Cameras can work with a D-Link Network Video Recorder (NVR) to record and save footage locally, both D.I.Y. Security Kits also give users the option to record video footage to their own private mydlink Cloud account for free. Users can record and save up to ten 30-second clips per day on a first-in-first-out rolling week storage in response to motion detection and can access those clips right from the mydlink Home app. D-Link's approach to motion-based recording, as opposed to continuous cloud recording, allows users to capture the important events that happen at home without wreaking havoc on network bandwidth and broadband speeds. D-Link's new mydlink Cloud video recording option is not only included with these D.I.Y. Bundle Kits, but is supported on select mydlink Wi-Fi Cameras including the DCS-935L, DCS-5010L, DCS-5020L and DCS-5222L (revision B1/B2). The free mydlink Cloud Recording option will be available to these existing camera users in 1Q 2015.
"With an expanding line of D-Link products that get your home talking, we're able to deliver a smarter, simpler alternative to traditional home security solutions," said Albert Ling, executive vice president, D-Link Systems, Inc. "D.I.Y. home security is about empowerment and cost savings. For consumers looking to avoid contracts and steep monthly fees, D-Link home security bundles provide next-level performance without the associated costs of our competitors."
More About the D.I.Y. Security Kit - HD Edition (DCH-101KT): Features D-Link's newest Wi-Fi Camera - the HD Wi-Fi Camera (DCS-935L). With 11AC Wi-Fi, HD 720p video quality and automatic night vision that provides up to 16 feet of vision in complete darkness, it is the ideal solution for round-the-clock home surveillance. Using the mydlink Home app, the D.I.Y. Security Kit provides users with a fully integrated solution with one app to view live and recorded video, turn on/off the smart plug and set actions based on motion trigger to create a personalized connected home experience.
The DCH-101KT D.I.Y. Security Kit includes:
-- (1) HD Wi-Fi Camera (DCS-935L)
-- (1) Wi-Fi Smart Plug (DSP-W110)
-- (1) Wi-Fi Motion Sensor (DCH-S150)
More About the D.I.Y. Security Kit - HD Pan & Tilt Edition (DCH-301KT): Features the HD Pan & Tilt Wi-Fi Camera (DCS-5222L), which is designed to allow users to pan and tilt for a greater viewing area (340(o) pan and 120(o) tilt range). The camera is also equipped with an expanded 98-degree horizontal field of view lens helping to eliminate blind spots and offer a wide viewing area. With HD 720p video quality and night vision up to 26 feet, the camera provides a clear view at any hour.
The DCH-301KT D.I.Y. Security Kit includes:
-- (1) HD Pan & Tilt Wi-Fi Camera (DCS-5222L)
-- (1) Wi-Fi Smart Plug (DSP-W110)
-- (1) Wi-Fi Motion Sensor (DCH-S150)
More About the HD Wi-Fi Camera (DCS-935L): The newest addition to the D-Link Wi-Fi Camera family brings crisp HD 720p video and features 11AC Wi-Fi performance allowing users to connect it to the 5GHz wireless band for better bandwidth and video streaming. Additional features and capabilities include:
-- Setup via the mydlink mobile app with D-Link Direct Connect wireless
setup
-- HD 720p video with 78(o) horizontal field of view for capturing a wider
viewing area
-- Night vision up to 16-feet
-- 802.11ac Wi-Fi for reliable wireless connectivity and flexible placement
-- microUSB power input for flexible power options
-- Push alerts on motion and sound detection
-- Supports mydlink mobile apps for remote viewing
Availability and Pricing:
The D.I.Y. Security Kit - HD Edition (DCH-101KT), D.I.Y. Security Kit - HD Pan & Tilt Edition (DCH-301KT) and HD Wi-Fi Camera (DCS-935L) will be available 1Q 2015 for $189.99, $229.99 and $119.99, respectively, in the United States throughout D-Link's vast networks of retail and etail partners. The mydlink Cloud video recording feature will be available on select cameras starting 1Q 2015.
The new D.I.Y. Security Kits and HD Wi-Fi Camera will be displayed at the 2015 International CES, Jan. 6-8, 2015 in Las Vegas. Detailed specifications are available online at us.dlink.com.
Product Videos:
-- HD Wi-Fi Camera (DCS-935L) - http://youtu.be/mxCGza-oN18
-- D.I.Y. Security Kit - HD Edition (DCH-101KT) - http://youtu.be/UdF6umExfCM
-- D.I.Y. Security Kit - HD Pan & Tilt Edition (DCH-301KT) - http://youtu.be/yb-pNhNMCDs
About D-Link
D-Link is the global leader in connectivity for home, small business, mid- to large-sized enterprise environments, and service providers. An award-winning designer, developer, and manufacturer, D-Link implements and supports unified network solutions that integrate capabilities in switching, wireless, broadband, storage, IP Surveillance, and cloud-based network management. For more information visit us.dlink.com, or connect with D-Link on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/dlink) and Twitter (http://www.twitter.com/dlink) or D-Link's blog (http://blog.dlink.com/).
Use of audio or video equipment for recording the image of a person without their knowledge and consent is prohibited in certain states or jurisdictions. The end-user assumes all liability for compliance with applicable state, local and federal laws.
CONTACT: Daniel Kelley, D-Link Systems, Inc., 714.885.6235, dan.kelley@dlink.com; or Paul Wilkie, Walt & Company, 408.369.7200, ext. 1058, pwilkie@walt.com
D-Link Launches Industry's First Gigabit PowerLine Kits with MIMO
New PowerLine AV2 Starter Kits Instantly Transform Existing Electrical Outlets into a Powerful Gigabit Wired Network
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- INTERNATIONAL CES -- D-Link today announced the industry's first-to-market PowerLine AV2 2000 Gigabit Starter Kit (DHP-701AV) and an updated PowerLine AV2 1000 Gigabit Starter Kit (DHP-601AV), offering faster gigabit performance. Utilizing the latest HomePlug AV2 industry-standard technology, the DHP-701AV and DHP-601AV turn virtually any home wall outlet into a powerful network connection(1) to handle a range of high-bandwidth applications, including online gaming and HD video streaming with speeds of up to 2000Mbps (DHP-701AV).(2) The plug-and-play DHP-701AV and DHP-601AV are designed with push button secure setup to connect to your existing network with no configuration required.
Featuring two PowerLine AV2 2000 adapters, the DHP-701AV leverages the latest in AV2 Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) technology and 2000Mbps connectivity, allowing users to transfer larger files with ease and enjoy uninterrupted HD media streaming and online gaming. The addition of MIMO technology allows the adapters to utilize the fastest two wires in a typical three-wire (live, neutral and ground) installation, delivering expanded home network coverage. The updated DHP-601AV kit includes two DHP-600AV PowerLine AV2 1000 Gigabit Adapters to create a high-speed HomePlug network with speeds of up to 1000Mbps.(2 )
"Our latest PowerLine solutions underscore the growing needs of connected homes - an ever-expanding list of bandwidth-intensive applications," said Ken Loyd, director of consumer product marketing, D-Link Systems, Inc. "Whether gaming online, streaming HD media or extending your home network, the new PowerLine Starter Kits transform any room's existing electrical wiring to seamlessly connect everything together, providing the highest quality streaming and fastest throughput speeds available. They are the perfect complement to an existing home network."
More About the DHP-701AV
The DHP-701AV kit includes two DHP-700AV PowerLine AV2 2000 Gigabit Adapters (one for connecting to your home network and the other for connecting a device to the network) offering a host of benefits:
-- HomePlug AV2 technology for speeds of up to 2000Mpbs(2)
-- MIMO technology for significantly enhanced coverage; particularly for
previously hard-to-reach outlets
-- Gigabit Ethernet connectivity
-- Plug-and-Play installation
-- Power saving mode reduces power consumption by up to 85 percent(3)
-- 128-bit AES Link Encryption with key management for secure
communications
More About the DHP-601AV
The updated DHP-601AV kit includes two DHP-600AV PowerLine AV2 1000 Gigabit Adapters to create a high-speed HomePlug network at speeds of up to 1000 Mbps with a host of benefits:
-- HomePlug AV2 standard for speeds up to 1000Mbps(2)
-- Gigabit Ethernet port
-- Plug-and-play installation
-- 128-bit AES Link Encryption with key management for secure
communications
-- Power saving mode reduces power consumption by up to 85 percent (3)
Availability and Pricing
The DHP-701AV and DHP-601AV will be available in Q1 2015 with a retail price of $129.99 and $79.99 respectively in the United States throughout D-Link's vast network of retail and etail partners. The D-Link(®) AV2 PowerLine Starter Kits will be displayed at the 2015 International CES, Jan. 6-8, 2015 in Las Vegas. Detailed specifications are available online at us.dlink.com.
About D-Link
D-Link is the global leader in connectivity for home, small business, mid- to large-sized enterprise environments, and service providers. An award-winning designer, developer, and manufacturer, D-Link implements and supports unified network solutions that integrate capabilities in switching, wireless, broadband, storage, IP Surveillance, and cloud-based network management. For more information visit us.dlink.com, or connect with D-Link on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/dlink) and Twitter (http://www.twitter.com/dlink).
(1 )Power outlets and electrical wiring must all be part of the same electrical system. Certain electrical conditions in your home, such as wiring conditions and configuration may affect the performance of this product. A minimum of two PowerLine devices are required to create a network. Connecting this product to a power strip with a surge protector may adversely affect the performance of this product. For best results, plug adapter directly into a power outlet.
(2) Maximum throughputs based on theoretical transmission PHY rate. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of traffic and network overhead, may lower actual data throughput rate. Interference from devices that emit electrical noise, such as vacuum cleaners and hair dryers, may adversely affect the performance of the product. This product may interfere with devices such as lighting systems that have a dimmer switch, short wave radios, or other PowerLine devices that do not follow the HomePlug PowerLine Alliance Standard.
(3) The device will enter power saving mode when no traffic is detected for a period of 5 minutes. Power consumption in power saving mode is up to 85% lower than for normal consumption.
All references to speed are for comparison purposes only. Product specification, size and shape are subject to change without notice, and actual product appearance may differ from that depicted.
CONTACT: Daniel Kelley, D-Link Systems, Inc., 714.885.6235, dan.kelley@dlink.com; or Paul Wilkie, Walt & Company, 408.369.7200, ext. 1058, pwilkie@walt.com
D-Link Expands DIY Home Automation Offering with Hub and Slew of New Wi-Fi and Z-Wave Devices
Connected Home Hub, Wireless Sensors and Sirens Make Homes Smarter and Safer than Ever
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- INTERNATIONAL CES -- D-Link expanded its line of Home Automation solutions in a big way today by introducing the Connected Home Hub and a range of Sensors and Sirens designed to keep DIY homeowners more in tune with what's happening, whether home or away. The Connected Home Hub (DCH-G020) plugs into an existing home network router to act as a centralized control for D-Link(®) Connected Home devices by integrating Wi-Fi and Z-Wave wireless technologies and using the mydlink(®) Home app for iOS(®) and Android(®) devices. The D-Link Connected Home Hub (DCH-G020) is AllSeen compatible and will support AllSeen compatible devices, such as AllSeen Wi-Fi lighting solutions. In addition to the Connected Home Hub, D-Link unveiled a number of solutions built to easily talk with and trigger one another, including the Z-Wave Open & Close Sensor (DCH-Z110), Z-Wave Motion Sensor (DCH-Z120), Wi-Fi Water Sensor (DCH-S160) and Wi-Fi Siren (DCH-S220).
"We are excited to continue building upon our line of Connected Home products, making the D-Link ecosystem an even more functional, integrated and affordable experience for consumers," said Albert Ling, executive vice president, D-Link Systems, Inc. "Our new hub, sensors and sirens are designed to make it easy for the DIY homeowner to customize a tailor-fit home automation or security solution with affordability and flexibility in mind."
More About the D-Link Connected Home Platform:
The D-Link Connected Home platform provides a proven, reliable and scalable platform that works across a wide range of devices for a complete home security and automation solution. New devices supported include:
Actions to Debut First 64-bit Chipset at the 2015 International CES
ZHUHAI, China, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Actions Semiconductor Co., Ltd. (Nasdaq: ACTS) ("Actions Semiconductor" or "the Company"), one of China's leading fabless semiconductor companies that provides comprehensive portable multimedia and mobile internet system-on-a-chip (SoC) solutions for portable consumer electronics, today announced that it will debut the inaugural chipset of its new Falcon Series product family, the ATM9009, a 64-bit quad-core solution for high-end Android tablets and OTT set-top boxes at the 2015 International CES from January 6-9, in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The ATM9009 is a new generation, ultra-high performance solution featuring a quad-core ARM® Cortex(TM) A53 CPU with speeds up to 1.8GHz and a high performance, world-class Series6 Rogue GPU from Imagination Technologies offering high performance and low power consumption at an attractive price. The ATM9009 supports up to 4K Ultra HD decoding including the latest international standard - HVEC/H.265 video decoding. Combining with the 64-bit architecture, the ATM9009 employs 28nm process with Actions' Low Power Design Generation V technology and supports the Android 5.0 Lollipop operating system.
The inaugural member of the new Falcon Series product family is designed to provide the most advanced mobile user experience, including 4K Ultra HD video and high performance gaming with more efficient power consumption and a longer battery life. Also integrating EDP interface and supporting a wide range of "retina" LCD with up to 2560*1600 pixel resolution, the new ATM9009 SoC processor is a highly attractive and cost-effective solution across the board in high-end tablets, OTT set-top boxes and other cloud-connected devices.
"The mobile device industry has been undergoing dramatic change, with manufacturers migrating from single-core to dual-core to quad-core chipsets over the span of just a few years. The transition from 32-bit to 64-bit architecture for smart phones and tablets is also proceeding at a rapid clip, supported by the launch of the iPhone 5s in 2013 and new smart phones from all of the other major handset manufacturers in 2014," said Dr. Zhenyu Zhou, CEO of Actions Semiconductor. "The 64-bit revolution is underway and we believe it will start to become the industry standard for Android tablets and OTT set-top boxes in 2015. As the first 64-bit solution launched dedicated to tablets and OTT set-top boxes, we expect to capture the industry trend at an early stage with a very compelling offering that delivers an exceptional user experience and low power consumption at an attractive BOM cost. The launch of the ATM9009 marks a new era for Actions, and we expect to swiftly establish a strong position in this market."
About Actions Semiconductor
Actions Semiconductor is one of China's leading fabless semiconductor companies that provides comprehensive portable multimedia and mobile internet system-on-a-chip (SoC) solutions for portable consumer electronics. Actions Semiconductor products include SoCs, firmware, software, solution development kits, as well as detailed specifications of other required components. Actions Semiconductor also provides total product and technology solutions that allow customers to quickly introduce new portable consumer electronics to the mass market in a cost effective way. The Company is headquartered in Zhuhai, China, with offices in Shanghai, Shenzhen, Hong Kong and Taipei. For more information, please visit the Actions Semiconductor website at http://www.actions-semi.com.
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Introducing Reach79: A New Smartphone Case That Boosts Signal Strength Up To 2X
Reach79 cases provide consumers with superior performance from their mobile phones, including faster data speeds, greater coverage and extended battery life
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, a new category of smartphone case is born. Introducing Reach79, the first-ever line of smartphone cases designed to make your mobile device work better, faster and stronger. The Reach79 case can improve a device's signal strength up to 2X, optimizing performance and resulting in better communications.
Reach79 cases--available today--will be shown for the first time at tonight's Pepcom Digital Experience! media event, which previews many of the new products debuting at the 2015 International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
"We all want to get the most from our smartphones, and that's exactly what Reach79 cases were designed to do," said David Vigil, CEO, Antenna79. "Powered by patented antenna technology, Reach79 cases are the first performance-enhancing smartphone cases designed for speed. Each case is embedded with a micro-thin, gold-plated antenna that works to increase your smartphone's signal strength so your phone can do more for you."
The antenna technology inside each case is engineered to automatically pair through passive coupling with the antennas within a smartphone. This combined antenna system creates superior signal reception and transmission, which enables the device to work more efficiently.
User Benefits
Reach79 cases have been tested at CETECOM, a CTIA accredited test facility, and verified to improve a phone's signal strength by an average of 1.6X, with peak performance of over 2X. While user experience may vary depending on device, carrier and location, consumers can expect to see several benefits from Reach79, including:
-- Speed: A stronger signal enables faster data speeds for browsing the
web, streaming music, making video calls, managing emails and more.
-- Expanded coverage: With a stronger signal, users can stay connected
farther from a cell tower--and greater range can decrease dropped calls
and increase connectivity.
-- Increased battery life: With Reach79, smartphones don't have to work as
hard to reach the tower, which can reduce the strain on the battery.
More efficient performance equals longer battery life.
-- Protection: Weighing just 1.27 ounces, Reach79 cases still offer
durability and protection against drops up to 6.6 feet.
Pricing and Availability
Reach79 cases can be purchased starting today, January 5, 2015 at Reach79.com for $59.99 for the iPhone 6 and $69.99 for the iPhone 6 Plus. Reach79 cases are available now in Black with additional colors coming later in Q1.
About Antenna79
Antenna79, the parent company of Reach79, engineers advanced antenna technologies that enable wireless devices to interact optimally with both wireless networks and users. Simply put, we make your phones and tablets work better for you. Our expert team of PhD scientists has created micro-thin, gold-plated antenna architectures that automatically pair with a device's own antennas to create an enhanced antenna system. We can develop customized antenna design solutions to maximize the performance of any wireless device, and address the specific needs of carriers, mobile device manufacturers, mobile accessory manufacturers and wireless consumers. The company is led by former Qualcomm and Lifeproof executives and backed by Catterton Partners, named Private Equity Firm of the Year for 2013 by The M&A Advisor. For more information, please visit Antenna79.com.
Viper Announces App That Will Remotely Start, Lock And Unlock Your Car From Apple Watch And Android Wear
~ Smart Watch Technology to Become the Next Evolution of Viper SmartStart
VISTA, Calif., Jan. 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Viper, the 30-year leader in car security, today announced that Viper SmartStart, the app that gives users the ability to start, lock, unlock and track their car from virtually anywhere in the world with their smartphone, will be available for Android Wear and Apple Watch in early 2015. Viper made the announcement at the 2015 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas.
Viper's smart watch functionality will be available for free download for Android and iOS through the company's newest version of the Viper SmartStart 4.0 app. Viper SmartStart 4.0 is compatible with all Viper SmartStart hardware, which means all existing and future Viper SmartStart users who purchase an Apple Watch or Android Wear product will be able to take advantage of the smart watch features at no additional cost.
"Wearable technology will give Viper SmartStart users the ability to feel connected with their vehicle in an even more accessible and convenient way," said Frank DeMartin, Senior Vice President of Development and Engineering for Viper. "Whether people choose to use Viper SmartStart through their smartphone, smart watch or both, the updated Viper SmartStart 4.0 app will enhance their ability to seamlessly communicate with their car."
To increase the functionality of Viper SmartStart for the smartphone, SmartStart 4.0 is updated with a more intuitive home screen that offers faster access to the primary controls, including interactive overlays to walk customers through how to use the app.
Consumers can visit http://www.viper.com to purchase a Viper system from an authorized dealer, learn more about Viper SmartStart 4.0 and enter a contest to win a smart watch and a complete Viper system. Pricing starts at $149.99.
Apple Watch is a trademark of Apple Inc. Android Wear is a trademark of Google, Inc.
About Viper
For 30 years, Viper has been a world leader in automotive electronics. Viper protects and remotely starts more vehicles than anyone else on the planet. Viper created the connected car category with the launch of Viper SmartStart in 2009 âEUR" the app that lets you start, locate and control your car from virtually anywhere in the world with your smartphone.
Recipient of hundreds of technology patents and awards, the company is based in Southern California. Visit http://www.viper.com or follow our social: @vipersmartstart, facebook.com/viper, youtube.com/vipersmartstart.