BEACON & LIVELY Launches Smart Jewelry To Keep Users Connected
NEW YORK, June 30, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- BEACON & LIVELY has unveiled the first in a line of wearable jewelry technology--a stylish bracelet that discreetly vibrates and lights up upon receiving a call, e-mail, text message, and other alerts, keeping users connected to their smart phones via Bluetooth LE.
Dave Becker, Founder and CEO, brings over 15 years of experience in software sales and product management to the team while wife and co-Founder, Veronica Becker, brings experience with managing customers' needs in the biotech and medical device industry. "Our first priority was to create something beautiful that people would actually want to wear," Veronica said of the bracelet's innovative approach to technology and design. "Functionality is important but the experience is crucial. People want technology to fit into their lives, not the other way around."
The "smart" bracelet, which allows its user to be connected at all times without engaging in disruptive behaviors, is aimed toward fashion forward women who rely on their phones, yet want to remain discreet in professional and social settings. The design of the bracelet was inspired by high-end fashions with dynamic lines, as well as light usage as a design accent. The sleek and restrained elegance of the bracelet is a call to current high-end and edgy jewelry, using architectural inspiration. "Our product development efforts were focused on creating something beautiful and simple," said Dave Becker. "Our bracelet is cast in metal like a traditional piece of jewelry. The experience is easy to personalize through the app which enables users to specify alert patterns and colors." With its elegant design, the BEACON & LIVELY bracelet can be paired with other bracelets for an on-trend look.
BEACON & LIVELY was developed with the future in mind, evident through the brand's mission to make staying connected effortless and fashionable. Key features include a sleek fashion-forward design, ambient alerts controlled by the user, discreet muting, battery length of approximately five days, water resistance, personalized profiles, and illumination-off mode.
The BEACON & LIVELY bracelet will retail for $225 and will be available in gold and silver, with more colors to be released. Pre-orders are currently being taken at as much as 35% off through BEACON & LIVELY'S crowd funding campaign, which is running alongside the company's traditional development schedule, on Kickstarter. The campaign can be accessed directly here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/417106962/beacon-and-lively-jewelry-that-keeps-you-connected.
The fashion segment of wearable technology is relatively undefined, and BEACON & LIVELY's combination of jewelry and technology aims to focus on the fashion and personalization of the product. Following the official launch of the BEACON & LIVELY bracelet, Becker plans to expand the BEACON & LIVELY Platform, which contains both the BEACON & LIVELY Mobile App and the BEACON & LIVELY Circuit. The technology will also have the ability to be repurposed into different bracelet and fashion designs. For more information, visit the website at http://www.beaconandlively.com/
Blancco Helps Organizations Provide Auditable Proof of Secure Data Erasure from IT Assets
ATLANTA, Georgia, June 30, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
As data privacy requirements increase around the world, more organizations
turn to Blancco's reporting solutions to avoid stringent penalties and ensure compliance
with confidence
Blancco [http://www.blancco.com ], the global leader in data erasure and computer
reuse solutions, is helping more organizations than ever avoid costly penalties from data
leaks. Using reporting solutions [http://www.blancco.com/us/benefits/detailed-reporting ]
available with Blancco products, organizations automatically receive tamper-proof evidence
for auditors that data has been removed from each IT asset.
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"Legislation, regulations and industry standards
[http://www.blancco.com/us/benefits/regulatory-compliance ] continue to grow more stringent
worldwide regarding privacy of data on computers, tablets, smartphones, and other devices,
and our solutions help organizations meet erasure requirements with confidence," said
Markku Willgren, President, US Operations for Blancco. "The stakes are high, as
non-compliance can mean exorbitant fines, civil liability, irreparable damage to brand
image or even imprisonment."
Common compliance requirements state that organizations must erase data from all IT
assets before they are remarketed, reassigned or recycled. Data security mandates like ISO
27001, ISO 15408, PCI DSS, HIPAA, SOX and the upcoming European Union Data Protection
Directive require proof of this data removal to avoid the risk of penalties.
"Blancco's digitally signed erasure reports provide critical details as to when, how
and by whom the erasure was done, as well as the asset serial number and hardware
condition," said Willgren. "With third-party approved erasure processes and detailed
reporting, Blancco's certified data erasure products ensure both regulatory compliance
[http://www.blancco.com/us/benefits/regulatory-compliance ] and peace of mind for
organizations throughout the public and private sectors."
About Blancco
Blancco is the proven data erasure solution for millions of users around the globe. As
the global leader in data erasure and computer reuse solutions, Blancco offers the most
certified data erasure solutions within the industry. The company serves users across a
wide range of industries, including banking, finance, government and defense. The
company's products are highly valued by IT asset disposal professionals around the world.
Blancco operates from an extensive network of international offices and partners across
Europe, North America, the Middle East, Russia, Asia and Australasia. Blancco is a wholly
owned subsidiary of Regenersis, a strategic outsourcing partner to many of the world's
leading consumer technology companies. More information is available at http://www.blancco.com.
Media Contact:
Monica Shaw
+1 770 367 9534
mshaw@carabinerpr.com
IGT Shows Global Systems Prowess with DLV Latvia Win
LAS VEGAS, June 30, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Global casino gaming entertainment leader IGT (NYSE: IGT) has signed an agreement with DLV to install IGT systems in 50 slot halls connecting approximately 1,000 machines in locations throughout Latvia over the next two years.
With first installations scheduled for July of this year, DLV plans to leverage IGT Casinolink, Medialink and EZ Pay systems to maximize efficiency and player engagement through improved accounting with jackpot and player management technologies. The agreement also marks the introduction of the IGT Xtra Credit systems module to the European market, which should enable easy deployment of promotional awards while increasing play time.
"This significant systems installation throughout multiple DLV properties in Latvia provides an excellent example of IGT's position as a global leader in wide-area casino management systems deployments," said Ian Baynes, Regional Vice President - Europe, Middle East & Africa at IGT. "Other vendors have tried, but were not able to deliver the comprehensive technology and quality that should enable DLV to dramatically enhance its patron offerings while greatly improving its operating efficiencies and control."
"We chose IGT systems because Casinolink provides a proven multi-site modular system that offers DLV enhanced management controls and the ability to offer our players the very best promotions and bonuses which in turn should drive more play," said Mihails Volokotkins Chairman and Founder at DLV. "We also value our great relationship with IGT and look forward to working together and introducing further exciting innovations together in Latvia."
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International Game Technology (NYSE: IGT) is a global leader in casino gaming entertainment and continues to transform the industry by translating casino player experiences to social, mobile and interactive environments for regulated markets around the world. IGT's acquisition of DoubleDown Interactive provides engaging social casino style entertainment to more than 6 million players monthly. More information about IGT is available at IGT.com or connect with IGT at @IGTNews or facebook.com/IGT. Anyone can play at the DoubleDown Casino by visiting http://apps.facebook.com/doubledowncasino or doubledowncasino.com
About DLV
DLV is a gaming software and casino equipment manufacturer. DLV also operates 50 slot halls in Latvia and its head office is in Riga Latvia. Established in 1994 in its home market, DLV has grown its operations to include sales and partnership arrangements in 33 countries across Europe, Asia, South, Central and North America. More information about DLV is available at http://www.dlv.lv
CIAmedia, the company behind the hugely popular Caller Identification App 'CIA' has
announced a range of new features included in its Android version
[https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.adaffix.cia.glb.android ] which is now
available for download on Google Play. The App, that detects incoming calls and searches
1.3 billion personal and business listings as the phone rings to display the caller
identity, now includes Reputation Check.
Bundled as part of the premium feature set, Reputation Check allows users to see how
friends, family, peers and others saved them within their contact lists. For privacy
protection the source of the contact list is never disclosed.
The labeling of the same phone number in different contact lists can vary greatly,
from the real name to flattering nicknames to entries with a negative connotation. Once
the self-serve Reputation Check is complete, users can then manage their reputation,
remove negative or inaccurate entries and present themselves and their contact details as
they wish. Editing 'My Profile' in the app makes it easy for users to directly control
their digital identity and the CallerID name that appears when they make a call. Users
also have the option to set their number to private.
Claudia Dreier-Poepperl, CEO and founder at CIAmedia said: "Contact lists on
smartphones are a true social network, as users are intimately connected with each other
by phone numbers. Adding someone's number and name to the contact list is more relevant
then friending someone on Facebook. Reputation Checker is something completely new,
effectively allowing users to understand what other people think about them by analyzing
how they are saved in contact lists of people that really matter to them."
CIA-app also allows consumers reach the businesses and services that they want by
automatically suggesting alternative merchants nearby when a call goes unanswered. Once a
call is completed the user is prompted to rate and review the quality of their experience,
providing useful feedback to other users on the businesses that they routinely interact
with. Furthermore, CIA-app offers call blocking, spam call warnings, a contact back-up and
contact update function.
About CIAmedia
CIAmedia is the leading ad-tech company for Call Triggered Advertising and Call Based
Targeting. The patented technology runs in multiple apps including CIAmedia's popular CIA
- Caller Identification App(TM) (cia-app.com [http://cia-app.com ]) with more than 40
million users worldwide. Formed in 2013 CIAmedia GmbH is privately held with headquarters
in Vienna (Austria) and a technical development center in Farum (Denmark). For more
information please visit http://ciamedia.com
Press Contacts:
Tim Banks, Giant PR
tim@giantpr.co.uk
+44(0)7771-512-057
Jibe Mobile Launches joyn(TM) Consumer Services Driving the Future of Everyday Mobile Conversations for Deutsche Telekom's COSMOTE Romania and Slovak Telekom
joyn powered by COSMOTE and joyn by Telekom's service provided by Jibe let Subscribers Seamlessly Connect Video Calling, Messaging and Sharing
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., June 30, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Jibe Mobile, the communications cloud company, today announced that Deutsche Telekom's regional operating companies in Romania and Slovakia, COSMOTE Romania and Slovak Telekom, rolled out their joyn services developed by Jibe Mobile and delivered over the Jibe IP Communication Cloud. joyn powered by COSMOTE and joyn by Telekom, provided by Jibe Mobile, let customers use a single application to connect via video call, text, instant messaging, group messaging, as well as share their favorite photos and videos -- on their iPhone and Android(TM)- powered smartphones.
Deutsche Telekom and other multi-national carriers announced at Mobile World Congress in February that they would be deploying RCS services hosted by Jibe in European markets to benefit from the fast, efficient roll-out and interconnection via Jibe's Cloud and RCS Hub to their regional operating companies.
"This rollout further demonstrates the significant role that Jibe is playing to help carriers transform the future of telecom services for mobile consumers throughout the world by delivering IP communications services rivaling the best of OTT," said Amir Sarhangi, co-founder and CEO of Jibe Mobile. "Jibe's cloud-based technology and economics are enabling the rapid cost-efficient transition to a globally connected IP mobile network able to deliver the most innovative and engaging communication services."
"Already disrupting the position of traditional infrastructure vendors, the efficiency, flexibility and scalability of Jibe's cloud, RCS Hub, and IP communications client are enabling carriers to quickly launch rich communication services over LTE and WiFi, as well as extend carriers' reach globally through Jibe's public and private cloud," said Sarhangi.
"Expanding these rich carrier-driven communications services to our national companies in Europe such as Romania and Slovakia using the Jibe Communications Cloud and RCS Hub, is yet another win for joyn and our customers throughout Europe," said Kobus Smit, Head of Voice and Messaging, Deutsche Telekom and GSMA RCE Chair. "We are looking forward to continuing to connect our customers throughout Europe and inviting every carrier to join us in enabling these important services for their customers."
joyn(TM) is a certification trademark of the GSMA and the consumer facing-brand for Rich Communication Services (RCS).
Jibe's Proven Carrier Cloud Strategy
Jibe's cloud-based approach allows mobile carriers to launch RCS solutions quickly. Jibe Mobile's cloud-based platform includes a public cloud, private cloud, communications client, RCS hub, and telco-web gateway built for carriers to launch 'the new native' experience for mobile consumers everywhere, rivaling the best OTT has to offer. Jibe's IP Communications Cloud supports industry standards (including WebRTC, RCS, joyn(TM)) and interoperability enabling carriers to deliver rich IP-based communications services --video calling, group chat, and large media-file sharing.
The company's end-to-end IP communications cloud helps to eliminate technology fragmentation both within and across mobile carriers. Jibe's Private Cloud allows carriers to rapidly launch cost-effective RCS services to their subscribers, and Jibe's Public Cloud provides ubiquitous reach for subscribers of those carriers that have yet to support RCS. Jibe's Cloud also includes 'white label IP clients' providing the interface to Android and iOS mobile consumers, and enhancing their everyday mobile experience. Sprint launched Messaging Plus RCS service powered by Jibe Mobile in the United States in late 2013, and is now pre-loading Messaging Plus on most new Android-powered smartphones.
About Jibe's RCS Hub
Beginning to roll out through Europe, Jibe's RCS Hub addresses the challenge facing the telecom industry, how to quickly connect and interconnect carriers with established RCS communications services -- hosted or in-network, IMS or pre-IMS networks -- to deliver the most innovative IP communications service, as well as the world's more than 6 billion mobile subscribers as part of their everyday experience.
Jibe's RCS Hub is a carrier-grade interconnection platform that provides access to the global community of RCS and joyn carriers via a single interconnection. Instead of each carrier building a complex web of interconnections directly against their own network, a single connection to Jibe's RCS Hub gives carriers access to all other Hub-connected carriers.
The Jibe RCS Hub reduces both the technical complexity of interconnection and the level of fragmentation across the telecommunications industry, resulting in significantly reduced cost & time-to-market for carriers. A single, standards-based connection from a carrier to Jibe's RCS Hub supports interconnectivity with any other Hub-connected carrier.
About Jibe Mobile
Jibe Mobile, the IP communications cloud company, provides an open end-to-end technology platform enabling carriers to rapidly launch and efficiently deliver the most innovative IP communication services to mobile consumers globally. Bridging the worlds of traditional standards-based telecommunications and Silicon Valley-style innovation, Jibe's IP Communications Cloud supports industry standards (including WebRTC, RCS, joyn(TM)) and interoperability enabling carriers to seamlessly deliver rich IP-based communications services -- high quality video calling, group chat, and large media-file sharing -- as part of mobile consumers' everyday conversation, regardless of network, device, or region. Jibe Mobile headquarters is in Mountain View, Calif., with offices in London and Dusseldorf. http://www.jibemobile.com.
Jibe Mobile Marketing:
Dan Seyer, VP Marketing
dan@jibemobile.com
Media Contact:
Jeff Lettes
Global Media Strategy Communications
jlettes@globalmediastrategy.com
+1 (408) 406-1161
Video Released for The Prototype of Second Generation Geak Smart Watch
SHANGHAI, June 30, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- On the afternoon of June 20, a video for the prototype of the second generation Geak smart watch was released on the official website as announced. As the world's first real-round smart watch, the video not only displays an overview of the watch, but also reveals the design philosophy and development process of this innovative product. At the same time, Geak announced that they will adopt a real, open and creative development plan in the following process which includes a release of development details, involvement of end users and re-designing of the smart watch by efforts of designers, app developers and fans. The plan will last for 3 months and is expected to involve around 100,000 people.
From the video, people are impressed by the texture of the new smart watch. The design style follows luxury watches and the watch looks more exquisite than the pictures previously released. Besides the ordinary smart watch functions, the video reveals a number of creative functions including message notice, flipping of PPT, unlocking mobile phone and even remote control of model plans.
Geak also announced that the standby hours of the second generation smart watch increased by 75% comparing to that of the first generation. According to tests, the maximum standby time may reach 18 days, which breaks through the battery life bottleneck of smart watches with color screens.
In the mean time, Geak announced the release of a new app store which provides downloads of new SDKs. Geak aims to build up a complete ecological chain for the smart watch.
Heilind Now Stocking Identification Products from TE Connectivity
WILMINGTON, Mass., June 27, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Heilind Electronics, the largest distributor of interconnect products in North America, is now stocking TE Connectivity (TE) labeling products. TE's total labeling solutions provide a cost-effective and simple way to meet almost any product or process identification requirement.
TE labels are available in a variety of different materials, colors, sizes and formats, making them suitable for almost any application. They can be used to display important information, instructions and/or warnings relative to the product or system on which they are applied, and are designed to meet the most rigorous indoor and outdoor environments.
Many of TE's labeling products have been engineered to meet specific industry and/or agency requirements and can be purchased as a stand-alone product or in conjunction with TE printers, software and ink ribbons.
Visit Heilind's website for more information on TE's identification products.
About Heilind
Founded in 1974, Heilind Electronics, Inc. (http://www.heilind.com / http://www.heilindasia.com) is one of the world's leading distributors of connectors, relays, switches, thermal management and circuit protection products, terminal blocks, wire and cable, wiring accessories, and insulation and identification products. Heilind has locations throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Singapore, Hong Kong and China. Follow Heilind on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/Heilind and on Twitter at http://twitter.com/Heilind.
About TE
TE Connectivity is a $13 billion world leader in connectivity. The company designs and manufactures products at the heart of electronic connections for the world's leading industries including automotive, energy and industrial, broadband communications, consumer devices, healthcare, and aerospace and defense. TE Connectivity's long-standing commitment to innovation and engineering excellence helps its customers solve the need for more energy efficiency, always-on communications and ever-increasing productivity. With nearly 90,000 employees in over 50 countries, TE Connectivity makes connections the world relies on to work flawlessly every day. To connect with the company, visit http://www.TE.com.
TE Connectivity and the TE connectivity (logo) are trademarks of the TE Connectivity Ltd. family of companies.
Wink Brings its Connected Home to Google's Android Wear
Operate your smart home right from your wrist
SAN FRANCISCO, June 27, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Google I/O Conference -- Four days after launching as a standalone business, Wink announces that the Wink app will be available to download for Android Wear(TM), small, powerful devices, worn on the body. In conjunction with Wink's launch at The Home Depot nationwide on July 7, Android Wear will allow consumers to connect to Wink's collection of 60 products from the world's most trusted brands. As the platform that connects people to the products they rely on every day, Wink will provide consumers information and let them operate their smart products when they need it most through their Android Wear.
"With Android Wear we are making it even easier and more convenient to connect to your home in any way you want," said Izzy Johnston, Head of Android for Wink. "With a simple command of 'OK, Google, Start Wink,' you can preheat your oven, turn your living room lights on, check to see if you remembered to lock the front door and much more anywhere, anytime. You can also receive alerts that inform you of key events like motion being detected in your home or the temperature spiking."
Using the Wink app, Android Wear users can receive alerts about their connected home products and activate shortcuts that let them turn products off or on or adjust them on the go. The Android Wear version of Wink will be available in the Google play store along with Wink's Android and iOS versions on July 7 and ready to connect to a suite of smart home products from trusted brands like GE, Schlage and Lutron. The addition of Wink for Android Wear is one more way in which Wink is making the connected home accessible.
About Wink:
Wink, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Quirky, provides one, quick and simple way to connect you and the products you rely on in the home. Wink allows you to confidently interact with and operate many different products - all from an Apple or Android mobile device. Through retail partnerships with The Home Depot and Amazon.com, as well as partnerships with every day household brands, Wink extends the comfort you have with your home products to the smart technology that runs them.
Mobile Sports Gaming Company Launches New General Manager Game, Official Game of the MLBPA
From The Bench introduces free application that lets players build and manage their own baseball team
ALICANTE, Spain, June 27, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- From The Bench has come back to direct their attention to the American market with their new application, Baseball General Manager right after their latest and successful launch of NBA General Manager. It can be played on iOS and Android devices and it's free.
Create the best team and compete against users worldwide
The users can become a "General Manager", with the ability to build their team from scratch, sign the best players in the world and compete against thousands of Managers.
Player scores linked to reality
One of the main characteristics of the app is that the players' scores vary according to their real life performance. The users must pay attention every week to keep their best players on the field.
Training, Power ups and Energy Drinks
The users can train players to keep them in top shape as well as strengthen the team with power ups. The more they have, the higher the chances of winning.
This application was developed by From The Bench, a Spanish company based in Alicante, which is specialized in developing social sports games for iPhone, Android, iPad, Amazon, and the web.
Download Baseball General Manager:
Official Page:http://www.baseballgeneralmanagerthegame.com/
The company was created in 2008 by 4 entrepreneurs with over 10 years of experience in the development of multi platform applications. Since 2010, when they launched their first Fantasy Manager game, they have continued to grow until reaching more than 40 official licenses with clubs worldwide. In 2013, they entered the American market launching NBA General Manager, the official application of the NBA, in which users can be the "Manager" of their favorite team.
Current global facts: They are the leaders in the mobile sports gaming sector with over 40 million downloads and agreements with the main sports organizations worldwide like the NBA or the more than 40 clubs.
Smart Media Group To Use Big Data From FourthWall Media
Matching Household Level TV Viewing Data Increases Political Ad Intelligence
DULLES, Va. and ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 27, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Smart Media Group (SMG), a leading political media planning, buying and communications agency and FourthWall Media®, the largest independent source of cable set-top box viewing data announced today a licensing agreement that will provide second-by-second television viewing data to SMG. This viewing data will allow SMG to match specific voter segments with households from FourthWall Media's household level television viewing data. This data will better identify the viewing habits of each desired political segment, leading to more efficient advertising spending and better targeted creative.
"What our relationship with FourthWall Media allows is access to a large stream of near real time set top box data," said Kyle Roberts, CEO, Smart Media Group."This data stream can be matched with individual voter information allowing Smart Media to know what specific programs voters prefer to view and when. It's truly a revolutionary step for Smart Media and the political media buying industry, one that will bring a high degree of certainty to the media planning and programming decisions we make on behalf of our clients. For the first time we are making a direct connection between voter segments and actual live viewing data. The possibilities are endless and we are very excited about this partnership."
"FourthWall Media through its MassiveData division, maintains the largest independent panel of household level second by second viewership data with 4.7 million individuals in over 1.8 million homes," said Patrick Peters, FourthWall Media GM of Programming. "With this amazing resource we are able to work with marketers who want to know precisely which television programs to advertise on to reach their most desirable advertising targets. This is particularly true in political campaign advertising. Kyle and his group will bring even more intelligence to the planning and buying process, optimizing every dollar for the best result. We look forward to working with Smart Media Group."
About FourthWall Media
FourthWall Media® (http://www.fourthwallmedia.tv) is a leading provider of platform technology for Cisco, Motorola, Pace and tru2way set-top boxes. Its products are in use by a broad range of U.S. cable operators. FourthWall's MassiveData® division delivers data, metrics and analytics that allow ad agencies, marketers, programmers and schedulers the ability to better predict consumer behavior, validate the predictions over time, and employ marketing dollars more effectively. MassiveData provides television data and audience analytics to a growing list of advertisers and media research companies. FourthWall Media's corporate headquarters are in Dulles, VA.
Another First for Prepaid Financial Services With the Roll Out of Our Multi Currency Prepaid Card - the first MasterCard Prepaid Card in the World That Enables Corporate Clients and Cardholders to Hold in Excess of 15 Currencies All on One Card
LONDON, June 27, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
Prepaid Financial Services (PFS) today announced the launch of its industry leading
Multi Currency prepaid card platform.
- The Multi Currency prepaid card enables corporate clients and cardholders
to hold in excess of 15 currencies all on one card. The prepaid card offers more
currencies than any other prepaid card globally.
- The product comes with Android and i-phone functionality to greater enhance
the user experience.
- Once the cardholder has registered for the card, they can load up to 15
currencies and hold the value in an underlying wallet. When the cardholder spends in a
particular country and currency, then the value of the transaction is deducted from
the specific currency wallet.
- If the cardholder is travelling to multiple countries they can transfer any of
their currencies into the new chosen wallet by simple use of the smart phone app or
online. A card can hold multiple balances of different currencies.
"This is an exciting time for prepaid and the launch of our Multi Currency product for
prepaid programs and banks further differentiates PFS from other prepaid issuers and
program managers. It is not just the range of currencies that PFS make available, it is
the simplicity of use and the consumer friendly interface that enables the cardholder to
be in control of what they do with their currency and when they want to do it. PFS
believes in making it as convenient as possible for cardholders to control their exposure
to Foreign Exchange risks.
PFS can act as the Issuer or as the program manager for the bank or partner, which
speeds up their entry into the market place. We have a number of FX bureau's and banks
launching their own branded version of the Multi Currency card in 2014 and we expect to
see take up expand over the coming months."
About Prepaid Financial Services
Prepaid Financial Services is an innovative technology and payments specialist
offering real-time flexibility on a range of prepaid, remittance, payroll, acquiring and
e-mobile solutions to corporations, consumers and local governments around the world.
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IGT's Wheel of Fortune® Slots Makes Three Millionaires in Three Days
The most legendary slot of all time pays out $4 million in winnings over weekend
LAS VEGAS, June 26, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Jackpot sirens sounded in casinos across the country last week, as gaming entertainment leader IGT's (NYSE: IGT) legendary MegaJackpots® game, Wheel of Fortune, awarded three, $1 million-plus jackpots on three consecutive days in casinos across the US. All three winners wished to remain anonymous.
The winning weekend kicked off June 14, 2014 when a lucky player won a $1,557,384 jackpot at Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Conn. on IGT's huge game, Wheel of Fortune Super Spin Wolf Run. The mega-sized win marks the third million-plus jackpot won on an IGT slot machine at Mohegan Sun in 2014.
The next day at San Manuel Indian Bingo & Casino in Highland, Calif, a fortunate slot enthusiast went home a millionaire after winning $1,341,641 on Wheel of Fortune Double 3x4x5x Pay MultiPLAY.
The trio of wins was rounded out when a player in Thackerville, Okla. was struck with luck after placing a wager on a Wheel of Fortune Super Diamonds slot at WinStar World Casino & Resort and won a $1,124,777 jackpot.
IGT launched the MegaJackpots progressive product line in 1986 and has since produced thousands of winners with jackpots ranging from $1 million to the world-record slot jackpot of more than $39 million.
MegaJackpots games, including Wheel of Fortune slots, are created by IGT, a leader in the design, development and manufacture of gaming machines and systems products in casinos worldwide.
For more information on IGT's MegaJackpots please visit IGT on Facebook at facebook.com/IGT, or follow us on Twitter, twitter.com/IGTnews.
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International Game Technology (NYSE: IGT) is a global leader in casino gaming entertainment and continues to transform the industry by translating casino player experiences to social, mobile and interactive environments for markets around the world. IGT's acquisition of DoubleDown Interactive provides engaging social casino style entertainment to more than 6 million players monthly. More information about IGT is available at IGT.com or connect with IGT at @IGTNews or facebook.com/IGT. Anyone can play at the DoubleDown Casino by visiting http://apps.facebook.com/doubledowncasino or doubledowncasino.com
CreateTrips Closes a $600.000 Seed Round and Launches Globally
HELSINKI, June 26, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
CreateTrips, the Helsinki based mobile travel start-up will be the hottest thing this
summer, while the weather might not. The start-up closed a $600.000 Seed Round with
Butterfly Ventures, Frontier and Rkapital. CreateTrips introduces a unique opportunity for
travel bloggers to make money on the road.
Behold, CreateTrips is going to revolutionize how trips are planned and made. It is
the social trip planner for the smart traveller, as users can share their adventures with
friends and have all travel plans offline -without any data roaming costs. The company
aims to become the best known in the industry with the widest library of mobile travel
guides and is already well on its way with thousands of new users daily.
"CreateTrips is in the Top 10 of travel apps and it has been featured on App Store
around the world. The app lets you get super social, which is why our average user has 5
sessions in a day - almost as many as people trying to find love on Tinder," says
Juha-Petteri Kukkonen, the founder of CreateTrips. Kukkonen is a hardcore traveller, who
has been in the business for years. He knows what the travelling world needs.
CreateTrips has been launched in 18 countries with great success and is now launching
globally. The most exciting feature is the possibility of making money for travel
bloggers. The Internet's favorite travellers can write their own mobile travel guides
("TravelBooks") and sell them to fellow wanderers. Today's travellers rely on their
smartphones and want to see and do things outside the traditional hardcopies. Most
importantly, they share their adventures on social media. Bloggers are not the only ones
who can profit from TravelBooks - hotels, airlines, tour operators and that
scooter-renting place in Bangkok can also use CreateTrips to keep their customers closer.
"There are many interesting bloggers and travel related businesses around the world
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FORT COLLINS, Colorado, June 26, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
Geist has announced a new training program for its Environet DCIM software.
The new training program offers two levels of training for end-users. The Field
Integration Training program is a two-day course that provides an in-depth review of
Environet and includes sessions exploring how devices are integrated into the solution.
Once this course has been completed users can progress to the System Implementation
Training program. This three-day course provides attendees with an advanced level of
technical expertise of the Environet solution. Both training programs are suitable for
System Administrators, Facilities Managers, Data Center Managers and NOC Technicians and
are held at Geist offices in Fort Collins, CO.
Matt Lane, President of Geist's DCIM division, said "We have designed these new
training courses in response to feedback from our end-user customers and channel partners.
The two-tier approach to end-user training allows us to address the different needs of the
data center and facilities personnel who use our DCIM solutions. Both courses are very
hands-on and provide attendees with a real understanding of Environet. We plan to run
these courses every quarter to meet customer demand."
Notes to Editors:
About Geist: Geist designs and manufactures intelligent hardware and software for the
four cornerstones of data center management: Power. Cool. Monitor. Manage. Independently,
each Geist product line offers industry-leading capabilities and technology. Together,
these products combine to create a comprehensive system for maintaining a secure and
efficient data center. With a host of scalable systems for single cabinets, entire
enterprises and everything in between, each customer benefits from data center
infrastructure management (DCIM) solutions custom-fit for their specific needs. Founded in
1948 and headquartered in Lincoln, Nebraska with offices in Asia Pacific and Europe, Geist
offers truly global solutions that revolve around customer requirements.
Versus Evil Announces Two New Games 'Kyn' and the 'Afro Samurai' Sequel
Versus Evil Hosts Inaugural Press Event Showcasing Latest Lineup of Indie Titles
AUSTIN, Texas, June 26, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Indie publisher, Versus Evil, is proud to announce they have added two new titles to their lineup: Kyn and a game based on the Afro Samurai animated series. The team also announced plans to launch Habitat on Steam's Early Access program on July 8th and that The Banner Saga will be launching on mobile devices this summer. Finally, a vastly improved Dragons and Titans was also on display at their inaugural press event, showcasing the latest game updates, the newly released Act 4 story driven adventure mode, and the latest weapon and dragon releases.
The Afro Samurai sequelis in development at Redacted Studios for next gen consoles and PC. This upcoming third person action adventure includes an original storyline, new playable characters, and improved special moves and combos which firmly establishes the franchise as the undisputed leader in dynamic dismemberment.
Kyn, a witty Viking inspired role-playing, strategy game featuring team based combat, exploration, and deep crafting systems is set in an original and unique fantasy world where magic and the environment work hand in hand to overcome all obstacles. Kyn is in development for PC, Mac and Linux by Tangrin, an independent video game studio based in the Netherlands.
"Working with independent studios is truly rewarding and we couldn't be happier to add Redacted Studios and Tangrin to a growing list of top indie studios," said Steve Escalante, general manager of Versus Evil. "Afro Samurai and Kyn are two excellent and promising titles that we are privileged to be publishing. The talent present within these studios is simply amazing and we are really excited to work with them to bring these games to the market."
More details about the Afro Samurai game will be released over the coming months. To learn more about Kyn please visit: http://www.kyngame.com
Versus Evil, in partnership with indie developer 4gency, also announced today that Habitat, will be coming to Steam's early access program on July 8th, 2014. Gamers will be able to play a very early build of the game that will showcase just a small portion of the full feature set of this exciting new strategic space survival game. The early access build will be for PC, Mac and Linux.
Finally, Versus Evil and Stoic also officially announced that their critically acclaimed tactical RPG The Banner Saga will be coming to mobile platforms this summer. More details will be revealed soon.
Tangrin is a dutch independent game studio founded in 2010. The dynamic two-person team are first and foremost gamers, building the games they like to play; fun and intelligent, with a strong focus on challenging, but rewarding gameplay. Their first game, Kyn is currently in development for the PC, Mac and Linux operating systems.
About Gonzo K.K.
GONZO K.K. is a globally-focused Japanese media company founded in February 2000. The company produces cutting edge entertainment for teens and young adults via the critically acclaimed GONZO animation brand. GONZO K.K. is a world leader in content development that targets both domestic and international audiences utilizing Japan's trend-setting animation culture and, usually, GONZO controls licensing management and international distribution for the content it produces. Gonzo is the only Japanese animation studio to be nominated and win an Emmy Award. (Afro Samurai: Resurrection)
SMI Launches SMI Eye Tracking Glasses 2 Wireless: Wearable 60 Hz Eye Tracking with Full Wireless Control
BERLIN, Germany, June 26, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
SensoMotoric Instruments (SMI) introduces the next stage of their leading mobile eye
tracking technology with full wireless control, enhanced productivity plus application
modules for Virtual Reality, Shopper Insight and Neuromarketing
The new SMI Eye Tracking Glasses 2 Wireless (SMI ETG 2w)
[http://www.eyetracking-glasses.com/products/eye-tracking-glasses-2-wireless/technology ]
come with wireless live capabilities for complete remote control of a study and a
lightweight Android smart recorder allowing 4hrs+ data collection time. The SMI ETG 2w can
be fully controlled via Wi-Fi from a Windows device like a laptop or tablet. For even
better mobility and productivity, live annotations can be made wirelessly during recording
on the controlling device. SMI BeGaze analysis software then allows to efficiently focus
on relevant sequences and events within the recording. Live assessment of specific tasks
is highly valuable and increases efficiency and mobility in sports, safety, medicine and
other training applications, in shopper and packaging studies, in car clinics and
psychology research. SMI offers SMI ETG 2w packages
[http://www.eyetracking-glasses.com/products/sales-packages/comparison ] tailored to
specific uses starting at 9,900 Euro.
SMI ETG 2 already gained the confidence of best in class research institutes (Stanford
University, Max Planck Institute, Shanghai National University) and corporate innovators
(Google, Microsoft, Sony). The device and its robust 60Hz eye tracking have been proven
with more than 100,000 participants. The versatile tool offers specific application
modules, e.g. for Virtual Reality, Cognitive Workload, Shopper Insight and Neuromarketing
studies. SMI's mobile eye tracking platform comes with an SDK which supports real-time
data streaming and is used for integrations with leading head-mounted display technology
and smart glasses applications. SMI also offers a new multi-user option for SMI Semantic
Gaze Mapping, SMI's patent pending fixation mapping technology which has significantly
increased the efficiency of mobile eye tracking analysis
[http://www.eyetracking-glasses.com/products/eye-tracking-glasses-2-wireless/analysis ].
While the SMI ETG 2w already works with many vision correction spectacles, now SMI
launches a snap-on solution with corrective lenses to cover a maximum of users.
Michael Hildebrandt , Senior Scientist, Industrial Psychology Division, Institute for
Energy Technology / OECD Halden Reactor Project: "We have been using the SMI Eye Tracking
Glasses for Human Factors studies in the Halden Human-Machine Laboratory, a full-scale
nuclear power plant control room simulator. We collected more than 70 hours of eye
tracking data on information-gathering strategies from nine participating operator crews.
The equipment performed flawlessly, even in long recording sessions of up to 2.5 hours.
Another important benefit of the SMI system for day-to-day use is that we can fit the
system on the participant, calibrate it, and start the recording within a very short
time."
Mary Ann Shinnick, PhD, ACNP, Assistant Professor In-Residence, Director of the
Nursing Education Simulation Laboratory, UCLASchool of Nursing and Mary A. Woo, Professor
- UCLA School of Nursing: "SMI Eye Tracking Glasses 2 Wireless is a very useful tool for
our nursing education program as well as for multidisciplinary UCLA research projects on
attention and cognitive assessment of patients. The wireless equipment, with the option to
annotate important events, and the video capture of precisely what the subject was viewing
is valuable in measuring performance in either lab or clinical settings."
Dr. Arnd Rose, Product Manager, SensoMotoric Instruments: "SMI Eye Tracking Glasses 2
is the leading mobile eye tracking platform on the market which has been proven in more
than 100,000 participant recordings. Customers report successful tracking for 95 out of
100 participants in very dynamic situations and setup in less than 1min. We have achieved
this robustness and operational productivity by automating all critical aspects of mobile
eye tracking based on our more than 20 years experience in the field."
Audiovox Car Connection Announces Insurance Discount Program
Several Leading Insurance Companies join the program
HAUPPAUGE, N.Y., June 26, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- VOXX Electronics Corp. (VEC), a wholly-owned subsidiary of VOXX International Corp. (NASDAQ: VOXX), today announced that its new Car Connection Insurance Discount Program is now available. This new service provides an opportunity for subscribers to save hundreds of dollars on their car insurance policy when they sign up for Car Connection.
Audiovox Car Connection is a convenience and diagnostic tool that helps improve vehicle and driver performance. The self-installed On-Board-Diagnostic device ("OBD II") provides up to nine in-car wireless connected vehicle services that allow you to monitor among other things, driver distraction, location, and vehicle health, and even set up Safety Zones for only $10 per month, with no contract or activation fee required.
Several major insurance companies have joined the program. You can find full details on the Audiovox Car Connection website at http://www.mycar-connection.com. All the insurance companies listed are set-up and fully integrated with the Car Connection program to allow for the electronic exchange of data that will be used to potentially offer safe drivers insurance discounts.
Car Connection subscribers can join the Insurance Discount Program and choose to have their driving data reviewed by an approved insurance carrier. They would then receive a quote by email before joining or switching to that approved Car Connection insurance carrier.
"It was always our intention to offer consumers an Insurance Discount Program when we entered the telematics market several years ago, as we believed that the insurance market offered great potential for growth. Now, Car Connection drivers can realize insurance discounts if they allow their data to be reviewed by an insurance carrier," said Tom Malone, President, VOXX Electronics Corporation. "We already know that Car Connection can make driving safer, protect old and young drivers and monitor vehicle health. The addition of insurance discounts to our current suite of services is a major plus for consumers who can now also save hundreds of dollars on their car insurance policy."
The Car Insurance Discount Program was launched this month and is available to all Car Connection subscribers. Interested consumers can become a Car Connection subscriber in three easy steps; simply purchase the Car Connection device, install it in minutes, and subscribe online for $10 per month. Car Connection is available at $179.95 at various consumer electronics retailers. After becoming a Car Connection subscriber, consumers can then choose to join this exciting new Insurance Discount Program and potentially save hundreds of dollars.
The Car Connection Insurance Discount Program will be powered by Agnik Insurance Services for Connected Cars. Participants of this program will also be using Agnik Vyncs(TM) powered services.
For more information on becoming a VOXX Electronics Dealer in the US, email us at newaccounts@audiovox.com.
About VOXX Electronics Corporation (VEC):
VOXX Electronics Corporation (VEC) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of VOXX International Corporation (NASDAQ:VOXX), a leading, global supplier of mobile and consumer electronics products. VEC is a recognized leader in the marketing of automotive entertainment, Location Based Services (LBS), rear observation systems, and vehicle security. VOXX Electronics possesses a strong brand portfolio and its products rank among the top ten in almost every category in which they sell. Primary brands include Audiovox®, Invision®, Jensen®, Car Connection, Omega®, Advent®, Code Alarm®, Prestige®, Pursuit® and Excalibur®. For additional information, please visit our Web site at http://www.audiovoxproducts.com.
About VOXX International Corporation:
VOXX International Corporation (NASDAQ:VOXX) was formed over 45 years ago as Audiovox and has grown into a worldwide leader in many automotive and consumer electronics and accessories categories, as well as premium high-end audio. Today, VOXX International is a global company...with an extensive distribution network that includes power retailers, mass merchandisers, 12-volt specialists and most of the world's leading automotive manufacturers. The Company has an international footprint in Europe, Asia, Mexico and South America, and a growing portfolio, which now comprises over 30 trusted brands. For additional information, please visit our Web site at http://www.voxxintl.com.
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NEW YORK, June 26, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- TriPlay, Inc., the U.S./Israeli technology company dedicated to delivering the world's most connected personal cloud experience, today announced the launch out of beta of MyDigipack, the patented cloud-based storage app that backs up photos and videos from any device and makes them available across platforms.
"When the world's top selling tablet, mobile phone and computer are all made by different companies, advancing an open ecosystem with a seamless experience, no matter what device or platform you're on, is more important than ever. But currently, leading manufacturers and software companies lock users into their own specific devices and platforms," said CEO Tamir Koch. "At launch, we're focused on making MyDigipack available on more devices than any other personal cloud app in the world. It's our mission to support more and more smart devices and platforms as they come - from phones and tablets to smartwatches and cars."
Starting today, MyDigipack users can upload photos and videos from any smartphone, tablet, computer, smartwatch and feature phone, and sync them across platforms and devices, with support for smart televisions coming soon. (Users will be able to instantly view photos and videos taken from their phone on their smart TV.) MyDigipack works with any operating system - Android, iOS, Windows Phone, BlackBerry - and any file format, screen resolution, network and geography.
To enhance and simplify the user experience, MyDigipack offers all users unlimited storage for free, including access up to 1,000 items, connecting up to 5 devices and a size limit of 100MB per uploaded video. For an annual fee of $49.99, the Unlimited plan offers unlimited storage and access, connecting up to 10 devices and a size limit of 500MB per uploaded video. MyDigipack also includes offline access, automatic importing and syncing, filtering by device and easy sharing on any social media.
Today's news closely follows the launch of TriPlay's MyMusicCloud app on Samsung Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo smartwatches.
Founded by Tamir Koch, who previously co-founded and sold Orca Interactive and Dotomi, TriPlay is a privately held company with offices in New York and Tel Aviv. TriPlay's personal cloud services are available in 187 countries on more than 750 devices, with partners including Samsung, Toshiba, Nokia, BlackBerry and Asus. For more information, please visit http://www.triplay.com.
Cooliris launches BeamIt worldwide, transforming messaging from a tool into a powerful, visually rich experience
Communications app delivers features new to the messaging and media-sharing world
SAN FRANCISCO, June 26, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Cooliris today announces the launch of BeamIt, a mobile app and service that blends powerful private messaging with an unparalleled photo experience, introducing a new generation of visual messaging. The app satisfies the unmet and accelerating need where users seek more privacy and control for their communication and media, without sacrificing its quality.
With 1.8 billion photos being shared daily according to the 2014 KPCB Internet Trends by Mary Meeker, photos have now become a main medium of communication. Mobile and wearable cameras are capturing pixels at an unprecedented rate. Yet, today's sharing functionality in messaging apps is inflexible, bland and bloated with inefficiencies. Photos are treated as isolated attachments instead of being part of a coherent story.
BeamIt seamlessly integrates photos and text in a stunning user experience and introduces powerful features new to the messaging world. With Photo Drawers(TM), users can easily share hundreds of photos at once, all in full resolution, without interrupting the flow of the conversation. BeamIt also enables users to simultaneously and privately share to separate groups or people at the same time - saving the sender the pain of having to separately compose the same message multiple times. Furthermore, the user has complete control with a unique "unsend" feature, which lets the sender delete their content from the entire group. Finally, BeamIt features offline support for composing and curating, so users can interact with their groups, as well as share the media without incurring data usage costs or roaming charges.
"Messaging apps evolved from just text, then added photos, and then came an influx of superfluous features, which pollute the core communication experience," says Soujanya Bhumkar, Cooliris CEO and co-founder. "We built BeamIt by intersecting stunning product design with engineering excellence. Every pixel was designed from the ground up and every interaction was challenged to deliver a unique ability to consumers and enterprises to share media-rich experiences inside the messaging container."
BeamIt leverages two key technologies developed and patented by Cooliris. One is a multithreaded layout engine that powers the user interface, and the other is a real-time database that enables lightning-fast communication and sharing. The combination of these innovations enables a powerful, fast and fluid user experience for messaging and media sharing.
With a freemium business model in place, BeamIt is an advertising-free experience. Premium in-app purchases are scheduled to appear in subsequent versions, with the free baseline experience always remaining stellar. The app is designed for instant gratification of consumer-to-consumer use cases, while elegantly adapting to enterprise-to-consumer interactions and communications.
BeamIt by Cooliris is available free for iPad and iPhone in the iTunes App Store or at http://www.beamitapp.com. Android and web versions are in development and coming soon.
About Cooliris
Cooliris is the leader in creating the world's most beautiful messaging and media experiences for mobile and web consumers. The Gallery app on Android, developed by Cooliris, is a top 10 mobile app in the U.S., as measured by comScore. Most recently, Cooliris launched BeamIt, a new visual messaging app where private messaging meets stunning photo sharing.
The team of 16 collaborators is headquartered in San Francisco, with passionate users around the world. Cooliris is venture backed by Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, DAG Ventures, The Westly Group, T-Venture and DOCOMO Capital. For more information, visit http://www.cooliris.com.
New AT&T Store In Sandy Features An Innovative Design That Mirrors Customers' Mobile Lifestyle
New store design focuses on customer experience
SANDY, Utah, June 26, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- AT&T's new store design focused on the customer's mobile lifestyle is now a reality in Sandy. The new store at 11316 State Street transforms the entire shopping experience. The new store concept is the result of more than two years of exploration and research all centered on one design goal - to create a more interactive and inviting store environment.
Customers in Utah will be among the first to experience the new store concept that is reinventing the retail business. This store is the latest example of the investment already made in the Salt Lake area. AT&T invested nearly $100 million in its Salt Lake area wireless and wireline networks from 2011 to 2013. This new location will serve the growing number of consumers relying on their wireless devices to manage their busy lives.
"We are committed to bringing job opportunities, added convenience and new services to Sandy citizens. The investment of AT&T into our local economy, especially with its cutting-edge new retail concept, is cause to celebrate," said Mayor Tom Dolan.
Many of the new store design and merchandising elements were first seen in AT&T's award-winning flagship brand store on Michigan Avenue in Chicago and are now coming to other company-owned retail stores.
"As Utah businesses and consumers rely more and more on mobile technology to stay in touch, announcements like this become even more important to our economic growth. We will continue to support policies that attract this sort of investment and advancement," said Brian Lemke, Vice President of Business Development of the Salt Lake Chamber. "We've worked hard to build a business climate in Utah that works for businesses and creates job opportunities."
"Customers visiting our Sandy store will discover an interactive shopping experience built around their mobile lifestyle," said Jo Cockreham, Director of Sales, AT&T Utah. "Our goal is to be America's premier retailer by providing an exceptional experience in every interaction, and we've been working hard to exceed customer expectations by taking our stores and network to a new level here in Sandy."
Flexible Design
Everything about the store is designed for ultimate flexibility. It brings to life AT&T's mission, brand vision, and personality while encouraging self-discovery and satisfying curiosity.
The store layout will highlight AT&T's products and services, devices and accessories across three unique "zones" - the Connected Experience Zone, the Community Zone, and the Explore Zone.
The new Connected Experience Zone features "lifestyle vignettes" that offer customers a glimpse of how products can be used in customers' everyday lives. These lifestyle pavilions will highlight categories such as music, home security, entertainment and more.
Next is the Community Zone, featuring "community tables" that let customers shop and play in an open and interactive space. This space has apps, accessories and devices on display to show customers how they can work together.
Finally, customers can check out the Explore Zone with "explore walls" that showcase AT&T's diverse device line-up and accessories complemented by digital monitors with product information.
Enhanced service experience
What you won't see in these new stores is almost as important as what you will see. Customers will no longer see the traditional retail "cash-register" counters. Instead, they'll find round cafe-style "learning tables" that allow for side-by-side interactions with the AT&T retail consultant to ask questions or learn about a product or service. All retail consultants carry a tablet supported by a new mobile point-of-sale system that allows them to help customers anywhere in the store.
Customers also won't see the printed product brochures common in many stores. With digital signage, e-brochures and interactive video monitors, they can have the information literally at their finger tips while giving AT&T the flexibility of updating messaging faster and more efficiently.
We're focused on giving our customers a top-notch experience with every interaction. The company recently outperformed competitors for the second time in a row in studies measuring customer service and the wireless purchase experience. J.D. Power awarded AT&T the "Highest Ranked Customer Service Performance Among Full-Service Wireless Providers" and "Highest Satisfaction with the Purchase Experience among Full-Service Wireless Providers" in their 2014, Volume 1 studies.
Store information
Hours for the new Sandy store are Monday through Saturday, 10 AM to 8 PM, and Sunday, 10 AM to 5 PM. AT&T has 15 retail locations in Utah. To find the nearest AT&T store or Device Support Center near you, visit http://www.att.com/find-a-store or http://www.att.com/dsc. Don't forget you can also make an appointment before visiting your local AT&T store -https://www.att.com/storeappointment/.
* 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.
** Limited 4G LTE availability in select markets. 4G speeds delivered by LTE, or HSPA+ with enhanced backhaul, where available. Deployment ongoing. LTE is a trademark of ETSI. Learn more at att.com/network.
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 nation's most reliable 4G 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 wireless coverage worldwide of any U.S. carrier, offering 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.
NORTH CANTON, Ohio, June 26, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Delivering greater self-service convenience to consumers, Diebold, Incorporated (NYSE: DBD) is adding 700 new Opteva(®) automated teller machines (ATMs) to Euronet Worldwide's extensive fleet across Europe. The agreement includes Opteva cash dispensers with full cash recycling capabilities. Diebold will also provide three years of maintenance and deliver ATM channel management services to enhance the security, compliance and uptime of Euronet's new terminals.
An industry leader in processing secure electronic financial transactions, Leawood, Kan.-based Euronet operates 53 offices globally and serves clients in approximately 155 countries. As Euronet continues to grow in Europe, the company realized it needed a strategic partner, such as Diebold, that could support its self-service network expansion.
"Diebold's solutions and services are helping us quickly expand the capabilities and availability of our self-service channel," said Marek Szafirski, Regional Managing Director CEE for Euronet. "We're eager to implement the latest technology and evaluate its potential to reduce costs across our network while continuing to offer our customers with the highest ATM uptime."
"We are committed to providing Euronet with the best technology and services to generate significant self-service management efficiencies," said Bassem Bouzid, senior vice president and managing director, EMEA. "As Euronet expands its network in Europe, we'll be supporting its growth by providing maintenance services to enhance ATM availability."
About Euronet Worldwide, Inc.
Euronet Worldwide is an industry leader in processing secure electronic financial transactions. Euronet's global payment network includes 18,558 ATMs, approximately 67,000 EFT POS terminals, and outsourced debit and credit card services under management in 44 countries; card software solutions; a prepaid processing network of approximately 647,000 POS terminals in 34 countries; and a cash-based and online consumer-to-consumer and business-to-business money transfer network of approximately 219,000 locations serving 135 countries. With corporate headquarters in Leawood, Kan., USA, and 53 worldwide offices, Euronet serves clients in approximately 155 countries. For more information, visit http://www.euronetworldwide.com.
About Diebold
Diebold, Incorporated (NYSE: DBD) is a global leader in providing innovative self-service technology, security systems and related services. Diebold has approximately 16,000 employees worldwide and is headquartered near Canton, Ohio, USA. Visit Diebold at http://www.diebold.com or on Twitter: http://twitter.com/DieboldInc.
CONTACT: Media Relations, Kelly Piero, +1-330-490 3741, kelly.piero@diebold.com; or Investor Relations, Jamie Finefrock, +1-330-490-6319, jamie.finefrock@diebold.com
Kabam Releases Wartune: Hall Of Heroes In Western Markets, Breaking New Ground In Mobile Gaming
Fully-featured role playing game to launch on the App Store and Google Play
SAN FRANCISCO, June 26, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Kabam, the world leader in free-to-play core games, announces today the availability of Wartune: Hall of Heroes, a massively multiplayer online roleplaying game for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch and Google Play mobile devices and tablets. Wartune: Hall of Heroes pushes the performance envelope with its uniquely deep and compelling storyline that's interwoven with the game's natural progression. Players are immediately immersed in a fantasy world where hundreds of players can fight together simultaneously to defeat enemies and monsters, quest for more territory, farm and fortify holdings, and collect magical stones to enhance the armor and weapons of their hero.
Wartune: Hall of Heroes, which quickly became a top 10 grossing app shortly after it launched in China, offers far more play modes than typically seen in smartphone- and tablet-based games. The smash hit allows users to play solo campaign mode, or join with other players in PVP ranging from three-person squads up to 30-member guild battles. As Wartune: Hall of Heroes launches today, a range of possible gaming experiences previously seen only with PC- or console-based games, arrives on mobile.
"Kabam is unique among the world's mobile games companies in our ability to identify hit games in Asia that we adapt and make popular in Western markets," said Kabam Publishing President Amit Ranade. "We expect Wartune: Hall of Heroes to be as significant a hit internationally as it has been in China."
"At Hoolai Games, we have always been passionate about creating and developing quality, engaging games - no matter what platform it's for," said Xiang Lin, VP of International Business Development at Hoolai Games, the cross-platform developer and publisher of multiplayer games for the web, social and mobile. "Wartune: Hall of Heroes introduces a new experience that finally brings the scale of traditional PC-based strategy RPG gaming onto mobile. We are excited for the reception of the international audience and remain committed to pushing the technological limits of game creation."
Wartune: Hall of Heroes creates an elaborate fantasy world where Knights, Mages and Archers do battle against the forces of evil. One of the top-grossing games in China, it was jointly developed by 7Road and Hoolai of Beijing, and is being licensed in connection with Kabam's $50 million development fund to introduce popular games from Asia to gamers in other parts of the world. Kabam was chosen to bring Wartune: Hall of Heroes to mobile devices because the company's proven track record as a successful publisher of free-to-play titles.
Kabam has experienced massive growth since its founding as a games company a little more than four years ago. The company now has more than 800 employees in offices throughout North America, Europe and Asia. Kabam generated more than $360 million in revenue in 2013, a 100 percent growth over 2012, and predicts $550 million in revenue in 2014.
Available entirely for free, Wartune: Hall of Heroes players can unlock epic gear and level up their hero by reaching game milestones, or via in-app purchases to expedite their progression. Originally developed for the PC, Wartune: Hall of Heroes has been available for two years at Kabam.com for web-based players, and has been a popular title, generating $30 million a month in total revenue.
As a lead-up to its mobile release, the game has been significantly retooled for mobile platforms, a months-long effort that saw Kabam collaborating directly with their counterparts in China. Their goal was to ensure that Wartune: Hall of Heroes mobile players have the same experience as those using laptop or desktop computers, an effort that required reworking the user interface to replace keyboard controls and mouse clicks with swipes and gestures that are native to mobile devices.
Kabam is the leader in the western world for free-to-play games for traditional players with first and third party published titles available on mobile devices via its own dedicated channel in the Apple App Store, Google Play, Amazon Appstore, and on the Web via Facebook, Yahoo, Kabam.com and other platforms. Kabam is the fastest growing Internet media company in the San Francisco Bay Area and the 17th fastest growing company overall in the U.S., according to Deloitte LLP. Kabam's 2013 revenues exceeded $360 million, a 100 percent increase over 2012. The company is profitable and cash-flow positive, and has created four titles that have grossed more than $100M each in their life. Kabam's Kingdoms of Camelot franchise has grossed more than $250 million in less than four years, making it one of the top 10 strategy franchises of all time. In 2012, Kabam Publishing was launched to provide third-party developers access to Kabam's technology platform, distribution channels, data analytics and best practices that Kabam's in-house development teams use to bring wildly successful games to players worldwide. Kabam has approximately 800 employees around the world, with corporate headquarters in San Francisco. The company's investors include Google, Warner Brothers, MGM, Intel, Canaan Partners, Redpoint Ventures, Pinnacle Ventures and others. More information about Kabam can be found at http://www.kabam.com.
ABOUT HOOLAI GAMES
Incorporated in 2011, Hoolai Games (http://www.hoolai.com) is a cross-platform developer and publisher of multiplayer games for the social web and mobile. Backed by Sequoia Capital, Tencent, Greylock Partners, Bertelsmann AG, and Zero2IPO. Hoolai Games has rapidly grown a diverse portfolio of award-winning and top-grossing titles for iOS, Android and Tencent. With offices in over 8 cities around the world, Hoolai Games has quickly expanded to more than 900 employees in the last three years; establishing it as one of the fastest growing online gaming companies in China.
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SUMMERTIME MADNESS - Haier Portable, Window AC Units Help Cool Down Those Hot Summer Days, Nights
NEW YORK, June 26, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- June 21 officially marked the beginning of what many weather forecasters are projecting to be an unseasonably hot summer. Accordingly, this may lead to consumers feeling the heat of potentially high electricity bills.
According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, nearly 90 percent of houses in the U.S. are equipped with some form of air conditioning equipment. As weather becomes more unpredictable, consumers may find solace in relatively inexpensive means of cooling.
"Regardless of income level, many consumers are either using portable or window ACs as their primary or supplemental cooling source," said Rian Cain, senior vice president of the white goods group, Haier America. "Our objective is to meet the needs of our customers where and how they live."
For those living in multi-tenant, older or coastal housing, portable and window air conditioning units may offer the most cost- and energy-efficient relief. Nearly 20 percent of the population is using both central and portable air solutions.
Haier window units EER (Energy Efficiency Ratio) vary from Department of Energy minimums to the latest Energy Star qualified models which are 15% more efficient, depending on the unit purchased. For consumers seeking cooling and more updated functionality than older generations of window units, this product will likely surprise.
For those wanting a solution that takes into account true mobility throughout the home, a portable configuration will likely fit the bill. All portable ACs exhaust hot air as part of the cooling process. This hot air is directed out of the cooled space using a hot air discharge hose, also known as an exhaust hose. This air hose is most often vented out of a window utilizing the included window kit.
Haier wants consumers to remember there are a number of tried and true products that can help them weather the potentially maddening temperature shifts.
About Haier
Haier America is wholly owned subsidiary of the multinational Haier Group, a global leader in home appliances and consumer electronics. Haier employs more than 70,000 people around the world and distributes products in more than 100 countries and regions with global revenues reaching $29.5 billion in 2013. Haier is a proud supporter of the National Parks Conservation Association. For more information, please visit http://www.haieramerica.com. You can also become a Fan of Haier America on http://www.facebook.com/Haieramerica or follow Haier America via Twitter @haieramerica.
Mohu Ships First Personal TV Device, Mohu Channels, to Kickstarter Backers
Delivers New Supporter-Requested Enhanced Features Including Free Web Video Discovery Service "Mohu One"
RALEIGH, N.C., June 26, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Mohu, creator of the world's first paper-thin indoor HDTV antenna, today began shipping its first Mohu Channels personal TV devices to its 1,200+ Kickstarter backers. Based on overwhelming crowdfunding support and insights gleaned through its Kickstarter program, Mohu Channels is now packed with a number of new supporter-requested features. This includes Mohu One - a free, curated web video discovery service that allows cord-cutters to easily browse and view a vast array of web videos.
"Kickstarter was a great experience for Mohu, as the incredible support and feedback from of our loyal backers was invaluable in determining many of the final features now available in Mohu Channels," said Mark Buff, co-founder and president of Mohu. "The single most powerful recommendation was to create an easy way for cord-cutters to find great video content available on the web. We are so excited about this new feature called Mohu One that we are also releasing it as a free service available online for anyone to access."
As a new channel that comes pre-loaded in Mohu Channels, Mohu One is packed with an amazing assortment of the most popular and rich video content from across the web, including sports, entertainment, music and more. In addition to being available within Mohu Channels, Mohu One is now accessible for free online at http://www.mohuone.com for anyone to experience from any web-enabled device.
Mohu Channels is the first device to give consumers the freedom to create their own personalized TV experience by combining their favorite over-the-air (OTA) broadcast channels, video apps and web content in a single, highly personalized channel guide. Built for continuous updating with new features through its user notification system, Mohu Channels will include the following additional features after the product becomes generally available:
-- Side-Loading - With this function, viewers can view their own video
content contained in any USB-connected storage device.
-- Android and iOS Remote Control Apps - In addition to receiving the Mohu
Channels QWERTY keyboard remote with its built-in air mouse, backers
requested having the remote available on any Android or iOS smart
device.
-- Time-Shifting - This allows viewers to pause and fast forward OTA TV
shows, giving them the convenience and greater control over their TV
viewing experience.
-- 5.1 Dolby Pass-Through - Allows users to experience Dolby 5.1 through
their home theater audio surround sound system.
Mohu Channels will be generally available in the third quarter of 2014 at http://www.gomohu.com.
About Mohu
Mohu is a consumer electronics manufacturer dedicated to leading the TV cord-cutting revolution. The company's approach to TV viewing is founded on the principles of being open to all forms of video content (OTA, Apps and Web), making its products simple to use, and enabling consumers to have a great TV experience for free or at minimal expense. Since introducing the world's first paper-thin Leaf HDTV Indoor Antenna in 2011, Mohu has helped its customers save more than $250 million by reducing or eliminating costly monthly cable and satellite bills. Available at major retailers and ecommerce sites, Mohu offers a full line of high-quality, easy-to-install and cost-effective HDTV antenna and TV viewing products. For more information, visit http://www.gomohu.com.
The Power To Create The Compelling: The Nikon D810 Is The HD-SLR That Delivers Unmatched Image Quality And A True Cinematic Experience
With Extreme Resolution, Powerful Video Features and Enhanced Performance, the New Nikon D810 is the Essential Asset for Pro Photo and Video Applications
MELVILLE, N.Y., June 26, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Nikon Inc. announced the D810, the next benchmark in D-SLR image quality for professional photographers and cinematographers. The D810 features a brand-new 36.3-megapixel, full-frame FX-format sensor without an optical low pass filter (OLPF) for extreme resolution and staggering dynamic range. Bolstered by Nikon's EXPEED 4 image processing engine, the D810 delivers enhanced response and performance for a wide variety of photographic, cinematic and broadcast disciplines. Whether photographing weddings, fashion or landscapes, shooting documentary-style cinema or video for broadcast, this is the one D-SLR that provides the ultimate in versatility and capability.
"Once a user experiences the intense level of fine detail they are able to render using the immersive resolution of the D810, it will be hard to imagine a project without it," said Masahiro Horie, Director of Marketing and Planning, Nikon Inc. "When coupled with the amazing imaging capabilities of NIKKOR optics, the D810 becomes a powerful storytelling tool to create images and broadcast-quality video with unprecedented detail, dynamic range and sharpness."
Nikon's Greatest Image Quality Yet
The Nikon D810 is the pinnacle of D-SLR image quality, continuing to rival medium format cameras thanks to a variety of Nikon technologies engineered for professional image capture. At the core of the D810 is a brand-new, 36.3-megapixel FX-format (7360 x 4912 resolution) CMOS sensor that lets photographers wield the benefits of extremely high resolution, with rich tonality and a broad dynamic range. This super-high resolution gives professionals the power to capture with stellar sharpness, make massive prints or crop liberally with confidence. The OLPF has been removed to maximize the potential of every pixel, resulting in outstanding resolution and sharpness, yielding images that render subtle details with striking fidelity.
Image quality further benefits from the application of Nikon's exclusive EXPEED 4 image processing engine, which also provides enhancements to overall performance while suppressing instances of false color and moire. Photographing in the field or in the studio, users will see the difference with the ability to create stunning images with unprecedented clarity in gradation rendering, expanded dynamic range and high accuracy white balance. Additionally, EXPEED 4 enhances noise reduction performance, and helps to achieve a wider ISO range, from 64 to 12,800, to improve low-noise image capture in a variety of lighting conditions. The ISO range is also expandable from 32 (Lo-1) to 51,200 (Hi-2) letting the photographer shoot with maximum fidelity under studio lighting or confidently capture a faintly-lit wedding reception or other subjects in even the most challenging light.
Nikon has also implemented a myriad of new features aimed at improving overall image quality for all types of photographers. Nikon's Advanced Scene Recognition System with the 91,000-pixel 3D Color Matrix Meter III provides unbelievably balanced exposures in difficult scenes. The system analyzes each scene to recognize factors such as color, brightness and human faces with startling precision to determine what type of subject a user is shooting. The system then compares all the data using an image database to adjust exposure, AF, auto white balance, i-TTL flash control and enhances subject tracking.
Further enhancing the D810's image quality, a "Clarity" setting has been added to the available Picture Control adjustment parameters, which adjusts mid tones to enhance details within an image. To help preserve the most amount of detail in shadows and highlights, the new "Flat" Picture Control Profile is now available. This Picture Control Profile allows both photographers and filmmakers to get the widest tonal range out of their cameras for maximum flexibility in post processing. For further customization of Picture Controls, users are now able to make adjustments in .25 step increments for the maximum level of custom color, saturation and brightness levels. Additionally, the D810 employs a new highlight-weighted metering option, which detects the brightness in a scene and determines optimum exposure, preventing blown-out highlights, which is ideal for stage and performance capture.
Video Features Fit for Production
The D810 has powerful video features that make it a valuable tool for any production environment. Whether a user is looking for manual control for pro video application or portability and lens selection for episodic broadcast, the D810 delivers a truly cinematic experience with a wide range of professional-oriented features:
-- Broadcast quality video: Full HD 1920 x 1080 video capture at a variety
of frame rates, including 60/30/24p.
-- Versatile crop modes: FX and DX crop modes give users a telephoto boost
when needed, a feature that has been very popular with camera operators
because of its added flexibility on set.
-- Flat Picture Control profile: This neutral color profile is ideal for
video and gives the user maximum flexibility in post-production.
-- HDMI output: The D810 can relay uncompressed digital video to an
external recorder via HDMI, while simultaneously displaying the video on
the rear LCD display and external LCD monitor. Operators can now also
record both to the internal card (compressed) and to the external
recorder (uncompressed) simultaneously.
-- Smooth in-camera time-lapse and interval timer: Like the Nikon D4S, the
D810 uses an auto-exposure setting to help create super-smooth exposure
and tonal transitions for professional results with time-lapse and
interval-time shooting.
-- Audio control: The D810 features a built-in stereo microphone, and an
external microphone can also be attached, such as the Nikon ME-1.
Additionally, wide and voice frequency ranges are also now available for
audio capture.
-- Expanded ISO for video: The ISO range is expanded for video, now
encompassing a clean ISO 64 to a versatile 12,800. The Auto-ISO function
is also available while recording to adapt the exposure as the light
changes, which can eliminate the need to adjust the aperture (in manual
mode, ISO 200- 51,200).
-- Zebra stripes: A zebra pattern can be displayed during live view, making
it easy to spot overexposed areas.
-- Highlight weighted metering: This new setting helps to prevent blown-out
highlights in video. This is especially useful when capturing spot-lit
stage performances or shoots with harsh directional lighting.
-- Full manual control: With the innovative Power Aperture setting, it is
simple to adjust the exposure and depth of field on the fly while
recording to an external recorder or SD/CF cards. In manual mode, users
can also control shutter speed and ISO while recording. Additionally,
white balance and exposure compensation can be adjusted prior to
recording.
-- Full time AF: The Live View AF has been improved, and now provides
faster full-time AF (AF-F mode).
-- NIKKOR lenses: Cinematographers and filmmakers are supported with more
than 80 NIKKOR lenses, many of which are a popular choice for cinema
applications because of their brilliant optical quality and
characteristics.
Accuracy and Speed
With the ability to brandish the results of such staggering resolution, accuracy and precision become paramount as the need for razor-sharp focus is critical. The D810 renders every subtle detail and nuance in epic clarity, with the enhanced Multi-Cam 3500-FX AF sensor module that utilizes new AF algorithms for fascinating precision, even in challenging light. The focus system also has 15 cross-type AF sensors for enhanced accuracy, and works with the Advanced Scene Recognition System to provide accurate face detection even through the optical viewfinder. The camera also utilizes 11 cross-type sensors that are fully functional when using compatible NIKKOR lenses and teleconverters (aperture value up to f/8), which is especially useful for wildlife photography. In addition to normal, wide area, face tracking and subject tracking modes, the D810 also features the new Group AF mode for enhanced accuracy, even while tracking subjects.
Despite the D810's immense imaging power, it will astound with its rapid response and speedy performance, thanks to the implementation of the EXPEED 4 image processing engine. The addition of EXPEED 4 allows for an overall 30% boost in performance, as well as a faster burst speed and enhancement to overall energy efficiency. Now the D810 is capable of shooting at 5 frames-per-second (fps) at full resolution and 5:4, 6 fps in DX or 1.2x modes, (15.4-megapixel, 25.1-megapixel, respectively), and 7 fps in DX mode (15.4-megapixel), with battery pack. For full workflow versatility, the D810 also gives users the option to shoot in full resolution 14-bit RAW/NEF file format or the new RAW Size Small format. This 12-bit file format is half the resolution and approximately 1/4 the file size of full RAW files, for increased flexibility when speedy downloads are desired or memory space is at a premium.
Refined Controls and Construction
From all day in the studio to an extended assignment in the field, the D810 has been engineered for superior comfort and operability. When looking through the wide and bright viewfinder with 100% coverage, users will see shooting data displayed on an organic EL display element for maximum visibility. The viewfinder now also features a prism coating for enhanced clarity. In addition, the grip has been refined for comfort and ergonomics, and the "i" button has been added for quick access to common mode-dependent settings.
Both photographers and videographers will clearly see the benefits of the new high-resolution (1229K-dot) 3.2-inch LCD screen, which makes it simple to check focus, review images or compose a scene. The color space of the LCD screen can now also be fully customized, a feature that is useful for matching monitor or print calibration settings. Using the high-resolution LCD screen, users can also activate the new Split Screen Display Zoom function. This new mode magnifies two separated points on the same horizontal line, making it easier to confirm the two points are both level and in focus; a true advantage for architecture, industrial and landscape photographers.
Inside the durable magnesium alloy structure of the D810 improvements have also been made, including the use of a redesigned mirror sequencer / balancer unit, which minimizes vibration during shooting to increase sharpness during multiple frame bursts. Additionally, the electronic front curtain can now act as an electronic front shutter when using live view or first composing through the optical viewfinder in mirror-up mode. This new feature is useful to attain exacting sharpness when shooting slow-shutter landscapes or astrophotography. The shutter unit has also been tested to 200,000 cycles for years of maximum reliability. For further durability, the body of the D810 has been thoroughly sealed and gasketed to resist the elements, reinforcing this camera's role in extreme production environments.
Superior System Support
Such extreme resolution requires that no compromise be made on glass, and NIKKOR lenses are the perfect choice to complement the D810. With more than 80 FX and DX-format lenses available, NIKKOR lenses offer the ultimate in image quality with sharpness and faithful color representation that is second to none. To light a scene imaginatively, the D810 has a built-in flash and is compatible with Nikon's acclaimed Creative Lighting System, including a built-in Commander mode for controlling wireless Speedlights. The MB-D12 battery grip is also available to give users both extra grip and extra power when it is needed most.
For wireless control, the D810 is compatible with a full range of Nikon's remote systems, including the new wireless remote system with the WR-1 to trigger the camera remotely. This system uses radio frequency rather than infrared, eliminating the need for line of sight communication.
Nikon will also be making a Software Developers Kit (SDK) available in the near future for the D810. This SDK will give third party developers the resources needed to create applications and enhance the flexibility of the D810.
Robust New Software Suite: Nikon Capture NX-D
Capture NX-D is Nikon's new software for processing and adjusting RAW images captured with Nikon digital cameras. Capture NX-D is a free software application that will replace the current Capture NX 2 program, and adds interface and performance enhancements. In addition to RAW images, the program can also be used to adjust JPEG and TIFF files. This new software will support many functions needed by professional photographers, including batch image processing, filtering and an enhanced user interface with a variety of displays and floating palettes that are ideal for multiple monitors. Additionally, photographers will also have the ability to adjust parameters including exposure and white balance in RAW files, and can adjust tone curves, brightness and contrast, as well as functions for correcting lateral color aberration and vignetting in JPEG and TIFF files. The software also features a new "sidecar" format, which retains and saves the adjusted image as a separate file.
Nikon will also make available at no charge the new Picture Control Utility 2 software. This new software allows users to create custom Picture Control profiles, which can be easily loaded into the camera.
Price and Availability
The Nikon D810 will be available in late July for the suggested retail price (SRP) of $3299.95.* The MB-D12 battery pack is currently available for $616.00 SRP. The new Capture NX-D software package will be available mid-July for download at no additional cost. For more information about these products, NIKKOR lenses or to download the new Capture NX-D software, please visit http://www.nikonusa.com.
Additionally, Nikon will be offering two kits designed for videographers and filmmakers; the D810 Filmmaker's Kit consists of the D810 body, AF-S NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G, AF-S NIKKOR 50mmm f/1.8G, AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.8G lenses, 2 additional EN-EL15 batteries, ME-1 Stereo Microphone, Atomos Ninja-2 External Recorder, and Tiffen® 67mm and 58mm Variable Neutral Density Filters (8-Stops). For stop motion applications, the D810 Animator's Kit features the D810 body, AF-S Micro-NIKKOR 105mm f/2.8G ED VR lens, EH-5b Power Adapter, EP5B Power Supply Connector and Dragonframe(TM) Stop Motion Software plus Dragonframe USB Keypad Controller. For more information and pricing for these kit configurations, please visit http://www.nikonusa.com.
About Nikon
Nikon, At the Heart of the Image(TM). Nikon Inc. is the world leader in digital imaging, precision optics and photo imaging technology and is globally recognized for setting new standards in product design and performance for its award-winning consumer and professional photographic equipment. Nikon Inc. distributes consumer and professional digital SLR cameras, NIKKOR optics, Speedlights and system accessories; Nikon COOLPIX® compact digital cameras; 35mm film SLR cameras; Nikon software products and Nikon sports and recreational optics as well as the Nikon 1 advanced camera with interchangeable lens system. Nikon Corporation, the parent company of Nikon Inc., recently celebrated its 80th anniversary of NIKKOR optics, and announced the production of over 85 million NIKKOR lenses in 2014, creating a new milestone in Nikon's heritage of superior optics. For more information, dial (800) NIKON-US or visit http://www.nikonusa.com, which links all levels of photographers to the Web's most comprehensive photo learning and sharing communities. Connect with Nikon and other photographers on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/nikon and get the latest news and information from Twitter by following @NikonUSA.
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Dhoom:3 Jet Speed, Sequel to Dhoom:3 The Game, Debuts on Mobiles and Tablets
UDUPI, India, June 26, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
Dhoom:3 Jet Speed, the sequel to the multi-award winning Dhoom:3 The Game, has been
released worldwide on 26th June 2014 for Android [http://bit.ly/Tacohq ], iOS
[http://bit.ly/1v5gMdC ], Windows Phone [http://bit.ly/1lbfgRF ] and Nokia Asha
[http://bit.ly/UlTgxY ] devices. The launch coincides with the television premiere of the
Dhoom:3 movie. Dhoom:3 Jet Speed is published by 99Games under a multi-year, multi-title
license from Yash Raj Films Pvt. Ltd.
After a thrilling high speed bike race through the streets of Chicago in Dhoom:3 The
Game, that saw over 12+ million downloads worldwide, the chase continues on the Chicago
river in Dhoom:3 Jet Speed, the second game in the series for fans of the Dhoom franchise.
The game has players donning the role of the Dhoom:3 movie protagonist Sahir yet again,
played by superstar Aamir Khan, as he rides a supercharged Aqua Jet through the congested
Chicago River. There are obstacles to avoid and the police are at their very best with ACP
Jai Dixit (Abhishek Bachchan) and Ali (Uday Chopra) leading them in the chase. The player
can use a variety of power-ups to evade and get the best score, but they must watch out
for the health of the Aqua Jet. The game features realistic water animation and graphics
for a great gaming experience.
Rohit Sobti, Vice President of Yash Raj Films Licensing said, "We are extremely
excited to launch the Dhoom:3 Jet Speed mobile game post the blockbuster success of
Dhoom:3 The Game. We are in the process of building a sustainable licensing programme of
the Dhoom franchise and gaming is a very important and thrilling segment for us."
Rohith Bhat, CEO of 99Games Online Pvt. Ltd. said, "This is the first time in the
history of Bollywood games a sequel is being attempted. We have built an awesome game
around this popular movie franchise. With Dhoom:3 Jet Speed, we hope to ride another wave
of success, just like we had with Dhoom:3 The Game."
Dhoom:3 Jet Speed has been launched to coincide with the television premiere of
Dhoom:3 Movie scheduled on 28th June 2014. Featuring simple Tilt and Tap controls and an
awesome gameplay experience, Dhoom:3 Jet Speed appeals to both casual and mid-core gamers.
Dhoom:3 Jet Speed can be downloaded for free from: http://www.dhoom3thegame.com.
About 99Games Online
99Games Online is a mobile game studio that specialises in making casual games for
mobile phones and tablets. We are a division of Robosoft Technologies, Asia's leading
mobile app development house. 99Games also partners with IP-owners to create great games
that match global standards. We distribute games developed by us across all leading
platforms. Our catalog spans multiple genres and includes successful titles like Dream
Star, The Jim & Frank Mysteries, Wordsworth, Dhoom:3 The Game and latest of all, Million
Dollar Arm Game.
Yash Raj Films (YRF) is the foremost production company in the Indian film industry
and Bollywood's premier independent studio conglomerate. A number of the industry's
highest grossing films have been produced and distributed under the YRF banner. Located in
Mumbai, YRF owns and operates a state-of-the-art fully integrated studio incorporating an
elaborate post-production facility, merchandise licensing division, design, marketing and
digital departments that annually produce a slate of award-winning films. With its own
talent management company, YRF also operates both music and home entertainment labels. YRF
manages global distribution of its own films. In addition to Mumbai, distribution offices
are maintained in New York, London and Dubai. Recently, the company announced its foray
into international production with the opening of YRF Entertainment located in Hollywood.
Through its combined resources, YRF is an integral part of the India's entertainment
industry.
Limbic collaborates with Google on Zombie Gunship Reality game using new 3D motion-tracking technology
SAN FRANCISCO, June 25, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Moscone Center West, Google I/O Conference -- Leading mobile game developer Limbic, in collaboration with Google's Advanced Technologies and Projects group, today announced 'Zombie Gunship® Reality' - an immersive new way to slay zombies.
Making its public debut on Project Tango hardware at Google I/O, Zombie Gunship Reality is a fresh spin on Limbic's hit mobile game and IGN Editor's Choice, Zombie Gunship, enjoyed by over ten million players to date worldwide. Zombie Gunship puts players in the gunner seat of a heavily-armed AC-130 ground attack aircraft. Strategically firing the powerful weapons aboard the gunship, players must eliminate the zombie threat to defend the remaining survivors of the zombie apocalypse.
By leveraging the precise 3D localization provided by Project Tango hardware, Zombie Gunship Reality puts the player in a world where the device becomes the gunship, taking the mobile gaming experience to a new level of immersion.
"We believe this technology draws players into the world of our games like never before", Arash Keshmirian, CEO, Limbic. "Zombie Gunship Reality shows the power of this technology to expand what 'mobile gaming' really means." "Players can use their movement and position in the real world to explore a virtual environment in a unique way."
A press kit with videos, images and information for Zombie Gunship Reality is available at:
Limbic Software, Inc. (http://www.limbic.com) is an independent entertainment company and Google Play Top Developer founded in 2008 by Arash Keshmirian, Iman Mostafavi, and Volker Schoenefeld. Limbic's award-winning debut title, TowerMadness, launched in 2009. Their subsequent hit mobile games Nuts! and Zombie Gunship have helped them amass over thirty million downloads across their portfolio of original games. Craftsmanship and a commitment to creating the best gaming experience have won them legions of dedicated fans across the world.
Media Contact: Arash Keshmirian, Limbic, arash@limbic.com (650) 861-5374
CAMX Power Announces CAM-7.2(TM) - Its Breakthrough Lithium-Ion Battery Cathode Material
LEXINGTON, Mass., June 25, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Dr. Kenan Sahin, founder and interim president of CAMX Power, announced the release of the Company's breakthrough lithium-ion cathode material CAM-7.2(TM) for use in advanced batteries. It is available for licensing. For companies that wish to enter the cathode market by licensing CAM-7.2, both customer and production support will be available. For producers of cathode materials who license CAM-7.2, CAMX Power will provide assistance in adapting their existing plants to synthesize CAM-7.2 and in blending it with other materials.
"CAM-7.2 offers the highest energy and power density at the cell-level for lithium-ion batteries compared to all cathode materials available today," said Dr. Suresh Sriramulu, the Company's CTO. He added, "Lithium-ion batteries with CAM-7.2 can be smaller, lighter and cheaper than today's batteries. Backed by a strong intellectual property portfolio, CAM-7(TM) represents a platform that gives CAM-7.2 significant head-room for continued enhancement and customization for different applications."
This material can provide more than 200 mAh/g with low impedance growth during full DoD cycling under normal charging voltage making it well suited for current electrolyte systems and cell designs.
"CAM-7.2 is a big step towards enabling cost-attractive lithium-ion batteries for cars to reach the 200 mile range or provide the much sought after extra run-time in portable electronics," said Dr. Brian Barnett, VP of Marketing.
As one of the largest independent lithium-ion battery materials and design entities in the US, CAMX Power is well positioned to support its customers and continue to enhance CAM-7.2 as well as the CAM-7 Platform.
Its extensive and modern end-to-end development facilities include powder production ranging in scale from kilograms to tons, materials properties characterization, electrochemical characterization in coin cells and in full-sized multi-Ah cells fabricated in its state-of-the-art cell prototyping facility, and safety technology development. Its multi-disciplinary staff brings together deep experience and expertise in the development, scale-up, and technical marketing of advanced battery technologies.
"Because the synthesis at the lab-scale is identical to the synthesis at the pilot plant, we can meet customer requirements rapidly and provide customers the detailed support needed for their much larger scale production volumes," said Boyd Bucher, COO. He continued, "Existing cathode plants in the US and elsewhere can produce CAM-7.2 with minimal adaptation and thus minimal capital cost. Also, producers can license CAM-7.2 and receive from CAMX Power's facilities sufficient quantities of CAM-7.2 material for qualification and bridge production."
About CAMX Power
Headquartered in Lexington, MA, with a cathode pilot plant in Rowley, MA, CAMX Power (camxpower) develops and licenses or sells lithium-ion battery related technologies. CAMX Power's leading battery material is CAM-7.2(TM) lithium-ion cathode material derived from the Company's patent-protected CAM-7(TM) platform.
CAMX Power is developing other advanced battery technologies including high performance electrolytes, anode materials, and technologies for enhancing battery safety such as non-dissipative, active cell balancing and internal short circuit detection/monitoring technologies.
CAMX Power, a division of TIAX LLC (tiaxllc) for the past dozen years, was recently launched as an independent company.
DALLAS, June 25, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- AT&T today announced it will be among the first U.S. carriers to bring the LG G Watch to its portfolio of accessories.
"The LG G Watch is a great addition to AT&T's selection of smart accessories," said Jeff Bradley, senior vice president - Devices, AT&T. "A key differentiator of the LG G Watch is that it works on any smartphone with Android 4.3 or higher, allowing users to receive notifications and other useful information at a glance. The LG G Watch will be available to our customers in the coming weeks, and we look forward to sharing more details soon."
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 nation's most reliable 4G 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 has the best global wireless coverage based on 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.