CHICAGO, June 17, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Barchart.com, Inc., a leading provider of market data and information, today announced the release of Barchart Trader for iPad(®). The app is available for free through the Apple(®) App Store as "Barchart Trader". The mobile trading solution features a touch interface and key tools such as streaming real-time quotes, interactive charts, market depth, cumulative volume, and time and sales. Users can execute futures trades, view their orders, and manage their positions from the convenience of their iPad. With Barchart's integrated trading partners, virtually all futures traders can use Barchart Trader for executing orders, regardless of which brokerage or FCM they use.
"Barchart Trader for the iPad provides traders with a desktop in their hands yet the convenience of a tablet. With the swipe of a finger, users can easily set-up custom workspaces and manage the tools they want on each screen," said Barchart President Eero Pikat. "We are offering the iPad app directly through Barchart and we are also working with brokerage firms to provide them with their own white-labeled versions," added Pikat.
The key features of Barchart Trader for iPad include:
-- Streaming real-time data for subscribers
-- Streaming delayed data for guest accounts
-- Order execution
-- Interactive charts
-- Depth of market with cumulative volume
-- Time and sales
-- Order entry
-- Order management
-- Position management
-- Real-time financial and commodity market news
-- Custom workspaces
Like the desktop and phone app, the iPad app is also designed to be white-labeled and even customized by third-party firms. Users can still access the collection of features in the Barchart version, but under the branding of their brokerage firm.
About Barchart
With a heritage dating back to 1934, Barchart.com, Inc. has substantial experience in meeting the information needs of the financial, media, agriculture and energy industries. As a full-service provider of equity, index, mutual fund, futures and foreign exchange market data, Barchart provides a wide range of market data products and solutions for customers ranging from institutional to retail. As an established leader in an industry that demands accuracy and innovation, Barchart's goal is to form partnerships that deliver comprehensive solutions for success. For more information, please visit http://www.barchartinc.com.
Ruckus Wireless Launches Industry's Lightest, Smallest 11ac Outdoor Access Points - the ZoneFlex T300 Series
Industry's First Outdoor 802.11ac APs with Embedded Adaptive Antennas in Incredibly Lightweight, Small Form Factors that are Designed for High Density Venues
SUNNYVALE, Calif., June 17, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Ruckus Wireless, Inc. (NYSE: RKUS) announced today the launch of the first two models in a line of new Ruckus ZoneFlex(TM) T300 Series outdoor 802.11ac access points (APs), the ZoneFlex T300 omnidirectional and ZoneFlex T301n narrow band models. These are concurrent, dual-band APs featuring the industry's smallest and lightest form factors. Both are designed specifically for high density user environments such as stadiums, railway station platforms, dense metro/urban hot zones, and other outdoor venues such as outdoor college campuses, business parks, and town squares.
The ZoneFlex T300 Series access points are the only outdoor 802.11ac APs on the market to integrate patented Ruckus BeamFlex+(TM) technology for optimal performance and interference mitigation in challenging RF environments as well as ChannelFly(TM) for predictive channel selection based on real-time capacity analysis of all RF channels.
The most groundbreaking features of both the ZoneFlex T300 and ZoneFlex T301n are their lightweight and ultra compact form factors. At just 2 and 2.1 pounds (0.9 kg and 1 kg) respectively including built-in BeamFlex antennas, the ZoneFlex T300 and T301n are significantly lighter than other outdoor 802.11ac APs. With total dimensions, including their internal antennas, of 7"w x 5.9"d x 3.4"h (18cm x 15cm x 8.6cm) for the ZoneFlex T300, and 7.6"w x 9.4"d x 4.3"h (19.5cm x 23.9cm x 11cm) for the ZoneFlex T301n, these are among the smallest outdoor 802.11ac APs in the market. Form factor is a critical requirement for many outdoor Wi-Fi applications where aesthetic considerations or minimal visual impact is required. The light-weight feature of the ZoneFlex T300 and T301n dramatically eases installation and reduces deployment time and labor costs.
"Our ZoneFlex T300 Series combines carrier-class, high-capacity, high-density outdoor Smart Wi-Fi radio technologies with incredibly lightweight and compact form factors," said Greg Beach, vice president of Product Management, Ruckus Wireless. "Both are easy to install, and are ideal for service providers and venue owners looking to quickly deploy reliable outdoor Wi-Fi networks in environments such as stadiums, train stations, and parks. They're 50 percent lighter, significantly smaller in overall size, and offer a much lower total cost of ownership, compared with other products on the market that aren't nearly as feature-rich."
Fitting Outdoor Environments to a T
The Ruckus ZoneFlex T300 is an entry-level outdoor 2x2:2 stream 802.11ac access point with an omnidirectional aggregate antenna coverage pattern, featuring a compact form factor and 802.3af Power over Ethernet (PoE). It can operate as a standalone AP, or be centrally managed by a Ruckus ZoneDirector(TM) controller, Ruckus SmartCell(TM) Gateway (SCG) 200, virtual SmartCell Gateway (vSCG), or FlexMaster software for maximum scalability. The ZoneFlex T300 is ideal for providing coverage over a wide outdoor area.
In addition to the features of the ZoneFlex T300, the Ruckus ZoneFlex T301n outdoor 2x2:2 stream 802.11ac access point also features internal narrow beam antennas (30 x 30 degree aggregate coverage pattern @ 2.4 GHz, 15 x 15 degrees @ 5 GHz) in order to provide narrow sector coverage for very high performance, directed coverage applications. The narrow beam antennas in the ZoneFlex T301n are ideal for very high density venues like stadiums, where RF energy must be very narrowly focused to maximize capacity. High density Wi-Fi network design typically calls for a large number of APs to get the needed capacity, but care must be taken to limit co-channel interference. The narrow beam, adaptive antennas in the ZoneFlex T301n are able to focus RF energy into a specific area while delivering flexible, directed coverage that adapts in real time to reduce interference and increase network performance. The ZoneFlex T301n is well suited for extremely high density deployments, delivering the best coverage and capacity, and is highly scalable, making it cost-effective for high density network deployments.
Both the ZoneFlex T300 and T301n are rugged outdoor APs purpose-built to withstand harsh environments. They feature IP-67 water and dust proof plastic enclosures, operating temperatures of from -4 up to 131 degrees Fahrenheit (from -20 up to 55 degrees Celsius), and wind survivability of up to 165 mph. Both models also offer flexible wall, pole or ceiling mounting options that ensure no distortion of Wi-Fi signals is introduced, delivering performance of up to 1,200 Mbps total WLAN RF capacity, with up to 300 Mbps at 2.4 GHz (802.11b/g/n), and up to 900 Mbps at 5 GHz (802.11ac). The ZoneFlex T300 and T301n also include/ship with mounting brackets, and the integrated antennas in the ZoneFlex T301n eliminate the need to buy external antennas, reducing cost and making installation easier.
Both models also support up to 500 concurrent users per AP and are easy to install using standard 802.3af PoE switches or PoE injectors. They also support co-location operation with distributed antenna systems (DAS) and small cell radios. The ZoneFlex T300 Series 802.11ac outdoor access points also meet stringent EN 61373:2010, EN 50121-1:2006, and EN 50121-4:2006 test requirements overseen by CENELEC, through its close collaboration with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), for use by various U.S. railway systems in their commuter train and subway stations and platforms across the country.
Superior 802.11ac Performance with BeamFlex+
The ZoneFlex T300 Series APs feature Ruckus BeamFlex+ technology, which enables their antennas to adapt to a mobile device's orientation and location. All antennas have a property called polarization, which refers to the physical orientation of the wireless signal that each antenna is configured to receive or transmit. For best performance, the antenna polarizations of the two sides of a wireless link (e.g. AP and client) should be aligned. In practice, the respective antenna polarizations of APs and clients are seldom aligned, especially for mobile device clients that users frequently rotate and hold in different orientations (i.e. smartphones and tablets).
BeamFlex+ adaptive antennas feature a mix of two distinct polarizations (vertical and horizontal) across antenna elements. The signals received on these antennas, across the two distinct polarizations of BeamFlex+, are combined by the AP in such a way as to maximize the received signal-to-noise ratio, allowing the best possible performance. This has the same effect as if the AP were physically aligning its antennas with the client device. The adaptive nature of BeamFlex+ means that the antennas adapt to client device orientation in real-time.
BeamFlex+ can enhance the user experience by ensuring a consistent wireless signal. Without it, changing client device orientation can cause up to 2.5x performance difference. BeamFlex+ eliminates this variability and ensures optimum performance for any client device orientation, making the ZoneFlex T300 Series perfectly suited for serving mobile devices.
Cloud-enabled Technology
Offering maximum deployment flexibility and management options, the Ruckus ZoneFlex T300 Series APs support Ruckus Smart Wireless Services. These Cloud-based Smart Wi-Fi technologies include: Ruckus Smart Positioning Technology (SPoT(TM)) service, the industry's first Cloud-based Smart positioning location-based service (LBS); the Ruckus Smart Access Management Service (SAMs) for better enabling public Wi-Fi hotspots; and the Ruckus virtual SmartCell Gateway (vSCG), the industry's first carrier-grade Network Functions Virtualization (NFV) solution for mobile network operators (MNOs), multiple system operators (MSOs), managed service providers (MSPs) and enterprises designed to streamline the creation of highly scalable and resilient cloud-based wireless LAN (WLAN) services.
Pricing and Availability
The new Ruckus ZoneFlex T300 has an MSRP of $1,295 (USD), with Ruckus ZoneDirector-managed and standalone availability in North America and EMEA starting July 1, 2014. The new Ruckus ZoneFlex T301n has an MSRP of $1,495 (USD), with Zone Director-managed and standalone availability in North America and EMEA starting August 1, 2014. Ruckus SmartCell Gateway (SCG) 200 and vSCG support will become available for both models in Q3 2014. The ZoneFlex T300 and T301n will become available in APAC and Latin America later this year. Both the ZoneFlex T300 and T301n are available through authorized Ruckus Big Dog resellers.
ABOUT RUCKUS WIRELESS
Headquartered in Sunnyvale, CA, Ruckus Wireless, Inc. (NYSE: RKUS) is a global supplier of advanced wireless systems for the rapidly expanding mobile Internet infrastructure market. The company offers a wide range of indoor and outdoor "Smart Wi-Fi" products to mobile carriers, broadband service providers, and corporate enterprises, and has over 36,000 end-customers worldwide. Ruckus technology addresses Wi-Fi capacity and coverage challenges caused by the ever-increasing amount of traffic on wireless networks due to accelerated adoption of mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. Ruckus invented and has patented state-of-the-art wireless voice, video, and data technology innovations, such as adaptive antenna arrays that extend signal range, increase client data rates, and avoid interference, providing consistent and reliable distribution of delay-sensitive multimedia content and services over standard 802.11 Wi-Fi. For more information, visit http://www.ruckuswireless.com.
BeamFlex, ChannelFly, Ruckus, Ruckus Wireless, SPoT, SmartCell, ZoneDirector, and ZoneFlex are trademarks of Ruckus Wireless, Inc. in the United States and other countries. All other product or company names may be trademarks of their respective owners.
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Ruckus Wireless
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Sharp Empowers InfoComm 2014 Attendees To Collaborate Your Way With New Display Solutions
Sharp to debut next generation AQUOS BOARD(TM) interactive display systems and highlight collaborative capabilities that help streamline solutions for any environment
MAHWAH, N.J., June 17, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America (SIICA), a division of Sharp Electronics Corporation, will debut its next generation AQUOS BOARD(TM) interactive displays at InfoComm 2014, the largest professional AV show in the world. At InfoComm 2014, Sharp will also showcase future, value-added commercial displays available in a wide-range of sizes and capabilities. The booth will focus on collaboration in everyday settings and highlight how Sharp's interactive technology empowers attendees to Collaborate Your Way.
"Our theme, Collaborate Your Way, demonstrates the extensive capabilities of our professional displays and how users will interact with them on a day-to-day basis," said Mike Marusic, Senior VP, Marketing and Operations. "Our booth will show attendees how far interactive communications and collaboration have evolved by allowing users to share and move content between devices. Communication has never been easier and these ubiquitous platforms allow for true collaboration across businesses."
The Best Just Got Better
The four new AQUOS BOARD interactive displays are designed for smooth and effortless communication in a wide range of environments. Available in two 70" class (69.5" diagonal) and two 60" class (60.06" diagonal), the next generation of the #1 Selling, Large-Format Commercial Display in the United States makes its public debut at InfoComm 2014. It comes equipped with new features, including: 10-point multi-touch functionality, up-to-4 simultaneous users, faster touch response rates, a highly responsive touch pen, the ability to communicate between mobile devices, and an anti-glare film that minimizes glare and fingerprints.
Convey Your Message With Visual Panache
At InfoComm 2014, Sharp will preview a new value series of commercial display units in 32" (31.5" diagonal), 42" (diagonal), 47" (diagonal), and 55" (54.7" diagonal) models. Whether it's a public space or a commercial location, the sleek PN-Y325/Y425/Y475/Y555 LED monitors display content beautifully in both landscape and portrait installations.
Award-Winning Technology
Attendees will be able to experience Sharp's award-winning class of Ultra HD 4K monitors equipped with IGZO technology, in both touch and non-touch models. The 31.5" diagonal anti-glare backlit monitor displays over eight million pixels; four times as many as conventional 1080p. It provides unprecedented picture clarity, making it ideal for tasks where detailed precision is mandatory.
The Sharp booth will also demonstrate Cloud Portal Office Meeting Room, a first-of-its-kind software solution designed for an increasingly mobile workforce where companies need to share information while maintaining control and security over critical documents.
Collaborate Your Way
Sharp's innovative hardware will be used in collaboration with various hardware and software partners also on display throughout InfoComm. Whether you're in a meeting room, conference center, training facility, or any other business setting, Sharp's interactive technology changes the way you communicate and collaborate across platforms. Find out how you can Collaborate Your Way at booth #C7418 at InfoComm 2014 in Las Vegas.
All resellers, contractors, integrators and consultants attending InfoComm are encouraged to visit the booth to register for Sharp's Pro AV Certified Reseller Program. Program benefits include the freedom to purchase from any authorized Sharp Pro AV distributor, consolidated purchase recognition, 24/7 access to sales and support tools, Ultimate Rewards(®) Incentive Program and much more.
About Sharp Electronics Corporation
Sharp Electronics Corporation is the U.S. subsidiary of Japan's Sharp Corporation, a worldwide developer of one-of-a-kind home entertainment products, appliances, networked multifunctional office solutions, and mobile communication and information tools. Leading brands include AQUOS(®) LED HD and 4K Ultra HD televisions, Insight(®) Microwave Drawer(® )ovens and Plasmacluster(®) air purifiers. Sharp has been named one of the Most Admired Brands in America and one of the 20 Most Loved Companies globally.
Sharp is the #1 selling brand in the U.S. for 55"+ Commercial Integrated Touch Displays through B2B Sales Channels*. Sharp's professional and commercial displays are specially engineered for business applications and are offered in a wide range of sizes. From high-impact displays for digital signage, to our award-winning ultra-thin bezel video walls, to the innovative AQUOS BOARD(TM) interactive display systems, Sharp products help you communicate, collaborate and disseminate information brilliantly.
*According to NPD DisplaySearch Monthly Large-Format Commercial Displays Report, May 2014.
For more information about the complete line of Sharp professional displays, contact Sharp Electronics Corporation, Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, N.J., 07495-1163. For online product information, visit http://www.sharpusa.com/monitors.
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Gamucci Launches New Scientific Products Division to Lead e-Cig Industry in Innovation and Quality
LONDON, June 17, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
The Gamucci Corporation Ltd today announced the creation of a new Scientific Products
Division and the appointment of Adrian Marshall as Divisional CEO. It has been established
to set the benchmark for innovation and quality in the electronic cigarette industry and
to ensure Gamucci products meet future regulatory requirements.
Adrian has a strong background and reputation in the tobacco and nicotine product
sectors. He has previously held a number of senior roles with the British American Tobacco
Group, including Director of BAT's Global Harm Reduction Programme, Managing Director of
its nicotine products business Nicoventures Ltd, Group Head of Regulation and Corporate &
Social Responsibility and Vice President Sales & Marketing in Japan.
Gamucci is committed to developing electronic cigarettes [http://www.gamucci.com ]
that receive Marketing Authorisation from the Medicines & Healthcare Products Regulatory
Agency (MHRA) in the UK and other regulatory authorities in the EU and elsewhere. As an
expert in the field Adrian will lead a team of specialists and expert advisors to develop
new Gamucci products that will meet future regulatory requirements and provide smokers
with the highest quality alternatives to tobacco cigarettes.
Tony Scanlan, CEO of Gamucci, said: "This new division will set the benchmark for
quality and innovation. The rest of the sector will be challenged to meet our
developments, which will continue to demonstrate that Gamucci is a technology leader. The
Division will enable our products to meet and exceed the demands of regulatory agencies
and assure our customers that Gamucci products are of the highest quality. As head of this
exciting new division, Adrian will bring a wealth of knowledge to Gamucci and will add
tremendous value as a member of the Board and Management team."
Adrian Marshall said: "I have been impressed with Gamucci's leadership in product
design and their commitment, through their wholly owned factory, to developing and
manufacturing the highest quality electronic cigarettes on the market today. I am
delighted to be joining this ambitious and innovative business and look forward to working
with the Board in capitalising on the many opportunities ahead."
Taz Sheikh, Director and Co-Founder of Gamucci, said: "We have raised the bar a number
of times since our entry into the industry in 2007. Gamucci was responsible for developing
the world's first disposable cigarette in 2008 and we have proprietary core cartomizer
technology, which is now widely copied and for which we have secured a UK patent. Adrian's
team will help to ensure that Gamucci continues to lead the industry through innovation
and quality."
Wholly-owned by British entrepreneurs Taz and Umer Sheikh, Gamucci is a major player
in the electronic cigarette sector worldwide. Headquartered in London, UK with warehouse
and distribution facilities in Newbury, Berkshire, Gamucci has a wholly-owned
manufacturing unit in Shenzhen China; its global sales office and back office operations
in Bangalore, India; logistic centres in Europe, Asia and the USA and sales organisations
in London, Ireland and Nashville Tennessee. The Gamucci Group is a pioneer in the
development of electronic cigarettes, and introduced the first major brand to the European
market in 2007. Its products are now sold in 55 countries worldwide.
Gamucci is the sole UK patent holder (with US patent pending) for its unique
cartomizer technology, which includes the integrated electronic cigarette and refill.
The business currently employs some 400 staff worldwide. The majority are based in
Shenzhen, China and in Bangalore, India.
Gamucci was voted best electronic cigarette brand at the Consumer Choice Awards in May
2014. The awards are based on the real views of consumers, who nominate and vote for
products and services themselves.
Gamucci is the only electronic cigarette company in the UK to own its own factory,
thereby ensuring end-to-end control of the supply chain and product integrity. Other
companies in the category outsource product manufacturing to third parties.
CS Odessa Announces Additions to Management Area in ConceptDraw Solution Park
New addition to ConceptDraw PRO and ConceptDraw Solution Park extends the current set of vector libraries with extra graph and chart types.
SAN JOSE, Calif., June 17, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- CS Odessa is pleased to announce a new ConceptDraw Solution Park addition for ConceptDraw PRO v9.5 and greater. CS Odessa has introduced a new set of libraries that provide a wide range of graph and chart types to support documentation and graphics that deal with management information and data. The new addition to ConceptDraw Solution Park is a free item for current users of ConceptDraw PRO v9.
The Management Area of ConceptDraw Solution Park now includes a collection of templates, samples, and libraries of vector stencils, icons and clipart that support many professional ways to show data at a glance. The new area contains management and planning tools, calendars, enterprise architecture diagrams, fishbone diagrams, organization charts, SWOT, and timeline diagrams to illustrate documents and presentations. ConceptDraw PRO is compatible with Apple OS X and Microsoft Windows. ConceptDraw PRO retails for $199 USD. ConceptDraw PRO v9 is included in ConceptDraw Office v2 which retails for $499 USD.
Contact us for more information on pricing, licensing, and functionality of the ConceptDraw productivity line.
Find out more about ConceptDraw Products and Solutions here:
ConceptDraw Office v2
ConceptDraw PRO v9
ConceptDraw MINDMAP v7
ConceptDraw PROJECT v6
ConceptDraw Solution Park Information
ConceptDraw Video Room Product and Solution Overview
About CS Odessa
Founded in 1993, Computer Systems Odessa supplies cross-platform productivity tools and graphic technologies to professional and corporate users around the world. From their headquarters in Odessa, Ukraine, and offices in San Jose, CA, and Boston, MA, CS Odessa sells internationally in over 150 countries, both directly and through resellers. The ConceptDraw Productivity Line has won numerous awards and is used by hundreds of thousands, including Fortune 500 companies, U.S. Federal Government agencies, small and medium businesses, and students and educators around the globe. For more information, visit http://www.conceptdraw.com.
Copyright (C) 1993-2014 Computer Systems Odessa. ConceptDraw is a registered trademark, and ConceptDraw Office, ConceptDraw Solution Park, ConceptDraw PRO, ConceptDraw MINDMAP, ConceptDraw PROJECT, and ConceptDraw Solution Browser are trademarks of CS Odessa. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are the properties of their respective owners.
Caringo Demonstrates Caringo Swarm at Gigaom Structure 2014 and Dell User Forum
AUSTIN, Texas, June 17, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Caringo® today announced that it will be exhibiting its comprehensive approach to unified storage software, Caringo Swarm(TM), at two elite industry events: the 2014 Gigaom Structure Conference in San Francisco (June 18-19) and the Dell User Forum in Miami (June 24-26). Structure 2014 will be held at the Mission Bay Conference Center. The Dell User Forum will be held at the Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa.
Caringo Swarm leverages simple and emergent behavior with decentralized coordination to handle any rate, flow or size of data. Swarm turns standard hardware into a reliable pool of resources that adapts to any workload or use case while offering a foundation for new data services.
"Caringo Swarm represents a culmination of nearly a decade of experience developing innovative storage software designed from the ground up to eliminate legacy storage complexity, provide massive scale, and ensure data is available when and where our customers need it," said Adrian J Herrera, Vice President Marketing of Caringo. "We are excited to get the chance to demonstrate what Caringo Swarm can do in person at Gigaom Structure and Dell User Forum."
With the theme of "The Cloud is the Computer," Structure 2014 seeks to provide understanding on how best to architect data centers, networks and applications to overcome the challenges emerging in computing and IT.
Dell Enterprise and User Forums offer comprehensive technical instruction straight from Dell engineers and executives in plenary and breakout sessions. Attendees gain immediate insights for optimizing the data center from servers, storage, and networking to services, software, and converged solutions.
If you would like to meet with Caringo at either event email us at marketing@caringo.com or direct message us on twitter @CaringoStorage.
About Caringo
Caringo ensures your data is available when and where you need it. Our Unified Storage Software, Caringo Swarm, turns standard hardware into a reliable pool of resources that adapts to any workload or use case while offering a foundation for new data services. We are helping organizations of every size by cutting the complexity associated with legacy storage while ensuring data is accessible from any application or device.
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There's a New iPhone Case on the Block: SlimClip Eliminates Arm Bands and Holsters
The ultra-thin, ultra-light iPhone case clips on anywhere, without added bulk
ATLANTA, June 17, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Like listening to music while running, but the bulky armbands that hold your iPhone are always falling off or cutting off your circulation? Tried using other iPhone cases with built-in clips, but they always flop around and cause a distraction? Do you think that your bulky clip case is making you look silly?
Wonderful Things Factory (theWTFactory) has put an end to frustrating iPhone storage with its flagship product, the SlimClip Case. The SlimClip Case is the slimmest clip case on the market, adding only 2.1 mm depth to the iPhone. The SlimClip Case is available at http://thewtfactoryshop.com.
Featuring a beveled front edge that protects the phone from minor accidents, the SlimClip is thin enough to not distract users during normal use. The case is also designed to lie flush against the body, eliminating the torque created when running or exercising with other clip cases.
"iPhone cases with clips have always been notoriously bulky," said Keith Hall, Founder and Product Developer at Wonderful Things Factory. "SlimClip Case eliminates the bulk and secures your iPhone against your body, without the need for arm bands and fitness belts."
With over 95 million iPhone 5/5s sold worldwide, the SlimClip is the only iPhone case on the market that is thin enough to go unnoticed. However, the functionality is sure to turn heads.
The SlimClip starts at only $40 and is available for the iPhone 5 and iPhone 5S. Additional options for iPhone 4S and iPhone 6 will be introduced soon. SlimClip is the perfect gift for anyone with an active lifestyle, for Father's Day, for the recent high school or college grad on the go this summer, or as a back to school present for returning students.
The Wonderful Things Factory is an end-to-end product development company with interest in personal, home, and electronic accessories. We seek to develop products with unique functionality, beautiful style and quality construction. More information can be found at WonderfulThingsFactory.com.
Aditi Technologies Launches Brewmaster Template SDK, Enabling Even More IaaS Workloads in Microsoft Azure
SEATTLE and BANGALORE, India, June 17, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
The free service now allows easy, automated, and completely customizable deployment of
Microsoft Azure IaaS workloads in a few simple steps
Aditi Technologies announced a major update to Brewmaster, a free service that reduces
the time of complex cloud deployment to a few hours by automating and orchestrating
otherwise error-prone and manual deployment processes. With the release of the Brewmaster
Template SDK, IT professionals and developers can easily describe their Microsoft Azure
Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) workloads in a simple, declarative JavaScript Object
Notation (JSON) template format. These templates can be versioned and shared for easy and
repeatable deployments. The Software development kit (SDK) template utilizes Powershell's
Desired State Configuration (DSC), to allow for virtually unlimited customization and
configuration.
In addition, Aditi has open-sourced their templates for a range of popular
applications in the Microsoft Azure cloud such as Web Farms, Sharepoint 2013
installations, SQL Server Always On, and Active Directory. These templates are available
for immediate use, or can be versioned and customized by users.
Speaking about the launch of Brewmaster Template SDK, Ryan Dunn, Director of Product
Services, Aditi Technologies said, "We are excited about this latest release of
Brewmaster. We already made it simple for customers to move a set of popular IaaS
applications to Azure. Our latest Template SDK release provides for nearly infinite
customization of these or any other IaaS workloads."
"PowerShell DesiredState Configuration (DSC) delivers a distributed configuration
management platform for Windows and Linux. Aditi's Brewmaster builds on DSC to provide a
simple and powerful solution to deploy and configure Microsoft Azure infrastructure in a
fully automated way. Brewmaster clearly demonstrates the power and advantages of this
architecture." - Jeffrey Snover, Distinguished Engineer and PowerShell Architect.
Brewmaster was built to ease the deployment of Microsoft Azure around configuration
management, deployment repeatability, while adhering to Microsoft Azure IaaS best
practices. With today's announcement, IT professionals and developers have a long awaited
service that will allow them to easily customize and provision Development/Test/Production
environments in Microsoft Azure in a fully automated and repeatable manner.
Aditi Technologies is a Systems of Engagement integrator. Aditi has helped over 150
companies run and transform their business with cloud platforms like Windows Azure, Amazon
Web Services and SalesForce.com [http://salesforce.com ]. Leading enterprises,
e-businesses and ISV customers leverage Aditi to help them build customer facing systems,
built using cloud infrastructure and platforms and designed for engaging customer and user
experience. Aditi has been recognized [http://www.aditi.com/About/Recognition ] as one of
the Top 3 Microsoft Cloud Partner for three years in a row and voted as a Top 10 IT
Workplace by the Great Place to Work Institute. In April 2014, Aditi Technologies was
acquired by Symphony Teleca (STC). For additional information, please visit http://www.aditi.com
Move Over Video, Capture Narrated Photos with SpeakingPhoto®
App That Easily Records Family History Now Available and Free on Android and iOS
MILL VALLEY, Calif., June 17, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- SpeakingPhoto®, the iOS and now Android app, turns pictures into stories to enhance and give value to photos. Families can add a simple voice recording to old photos, giving them new meaning and ancestry data, businesses can capture real product testimonials, and everyone can personalize their memories and share SpeakingPhotos instantly via social media or privately via text and email.
"Traditionally a photo's value has diminished over time because we forget the players in the story and the photo becomes a mystery," stated SpeakingPhoto CEO and Founder Dawn Davis. "SpeakingPhoto changes that experience by adding voice, a valuable tool to keep memories alive forever," Davis said.
Behind every SpeakingPhoto is a story more telling than any standalone photo. Open the app, shoot your photo or choose one from your camera roll, record your message or story, save and share instantly publicly or privately. Tag up to eight SpeakingPhotos to build a slideshow, send the same way.
"What's unique about SpeakingPhoto is how easily one can capture the real family story," said SpeakingPhoto Partner and CMO Diana Parker. "Just take a digital image of an old family photo and let grandpa tell his story. There is no easier way to record family history and build memories that last beyond lifetimes," Parker added.
More Uses for SpeakingPhotos:
-- ArtSpeak --The storage answer to schoolwork; take a photo, have your
child explain it, a work of art forever preserved.
-- Thank Yous--Take a photo of your gift or enjoying your gift, record your
gratitude, instantly share.
-- Idea Generating Tool--Renovating, got an idea? Snap visuals, voice your
opinion, share.
-- Storytelling --Take a trip, send stories back; your photo, your voice,
easily and instantly.
-- Last Minute Gift --Tag up to eight SpeakingPhotos to create an instant
album for birthdays and other celebrations.
SpeakingPhoto is available in in English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, French, German, Japanese and Chinese.
About SpeakingPhoto
SpeakingPhoto is a collaboration of Dawn Davis and Diana Iles Parker, two San Francisco Bay Area moms, business veterans, and social advocates. The concept originated from a school fundraiser showcasing kindergarten artwork combined with voice-overs of children expressing their work. The emotional response from parents prompted the development of SpeakingPhoto.
Innovative in-ground designs for better security, durability and omni-directional sound quality
GARDINER, Maine, June 17, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- High-performance speaker manufacturer NEAR, a division of Bogen Communications, Inc. ("NEAR") announced the introduction of innovative in-ground outdoor loudspeakers ideally suited for luxury residential installations. In designing these new products NEAR placed special emphasis on security, long-lasting appearance and outstanding sound quality for every listener on the deck, patio, garden or watercraft.
Upscale builders, home automation integrators and homeowners have long understood the benefits of installing purpose-designed music systems outdoors--around patios and pools, in gardens and on decks--to enhance outdoor activities and entertaining. In typical installations speakers are mounted under eaves or in other visible and vulnerable locations. The new NEAR IG series speakers may be partially buried in the ground affording homeowners better sound performance, lower visibility and greater security.
Great sound for everyone
The NEAR IG models are "omni-directional" designs that radiate sound evenly in a 360-degree pattern for more uniform coverage and better sound quality for every listener. Typical outdoor speakers radiate sound mainly in one direction. With such designs listeners positioned near one speaker cannot hear the other channel. Guests on one side of the patio may only hear the backup singers while people on the other side only hear the lead vocalist. Only listeners positioned in-between the two speakers hear the whole performance. That's no way to treat guests. With NEAR's omni-directional IG speakers everyone can hear a true stereo image and all the music on a recording.
In-ground installation itself contributes to superior sound quality in two ways. First, the packed earth ensures that the enclosure is resonance-free so all the acoustic energy is used to move the air rather than the enclosure walls. Second, by placing the speaker elements close to the ground the earth itself acts as an "infinite" enclosure. The net result is high-impact bass response that is almost impossible for free-standing speakers to produce in the limitless outdoor environment.
There are three IG full-range models ($1238/pair - $1718/pair) plus an optional in-ground 12" in-ground subwoofer ($1599). All NEAR IG series full-range models employ Metal Diaphragm Technology woofers and inverted titanium dome tweeters for best-in-class sound quality and durability.
NEAR's use of color-through enclosure material means IG models will never color-fade even after years of direct sun exposure. NEAR speakers are designed to meet or exceed the stringent humidity, salt air, heat, cold, and immersion durability standards, making them totally weatherproof not just "weather resistant."
The IGS12 subwoofer delivers unparalleled low-frequency performance via groundbreaking design. Employing a 12" woofer, the IGS12 sounds great at any playback level and is capable of withstanding almost any abuse.
Founder of New England Audio Resource, Bill Kieltyka developed the NEAR product line, which is carried on today as a division of Bogen Communications, Inc. NEAR's original AEL Series outdoor speakers gained a reputation for audiophile sound quality combined with a rugged build-quality capable of standing up to the harshest weather conditions, including atop New Hampshire's Mt. Washington (reputed to have the worst weather in North America).
IG Series Specifications
IG5 IG6 IG8 IGS12
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Dimensions 14.5" Diameter at Base x 16" Diameter at Base x 17.75" 17.75" Diameter at Base x 23.75" Diameter at Base x
16.5" High High 19.25" High 19.25" High
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Environmental Designed to Meet or Exceed Designed to Meet or Exceed Designed to Meet or Exceed Designed to Meet or Exceed
Mil-Std-810 ?(Humidity, Mil-Std-810 ?(Humidity, Mil-Std-810 ?(Humidity, Mil-Std-810 ?(Humidity,
Salt Air, Heat, Cold, Salt Air, Heat, Cold, Salt Air, Heat, Cold, Salt Air, Heat, Cold,
Immersion); ?IEC IP55 Immersion); ?IEC IP55 Immersion); ?IEC IP55 Immersion); ?IEC IP55
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Finish Kodiak Brown Kodiak Brown Kodiak Brown Kodiak Brown
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Suggested Retail
Price $1238 per pair $1558 per pair $1718 per pair $1599 each
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About NEAR
Founded in 1988 and acquired by Bogen Communications, Inc. in 1997, NEAR continues under the creative and business leadership of founder Bill Kieltyka. Bill's passion for advancing high-quality music reproduction and its reputation as the leader in the creation of speakers for use under the most extreme conditions are foundational to the NEAR mission. NEAR creates and markets audiophile grade speakers for year round use, under extreme conditions, at all latitudes of our planet. NEAR is headquartered at 8 ABJ Drive, Gardiner, ME 04345 and is a division of Bogen Communications, Inc. with corporate offices at 50 Spring Street in Ramsey, NJ 07446.
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365 Data Centers Announces HIPAA and SSAE 16 Compliance Across All Facilities
Third-party Audit Confirms Compliant Policies, Procedures and Safeguards
EMERYVILLE, Calif., June 17, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- 365 Data Centers, one of the top U.S. colocation providers by market presence, today announced that all 17 of the company's data centers are compliant with the relevant sections of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Security Rule and conform to the Statement on Standards for Attestation Engagements (SSAE) No. 16 SOC 1 Type 2, Reporting on Controls at a Service Organization. A-lign CPAs, an independent accounting and auditing firm, performed the audits and confirmed 365's compliance with the HIPAA and SSAE 16 standards. The compliance reports provide the assurance that 365 Data Centers' services are suitable for highly regulated businesses and applications that require high security, control and data privacy.
A-lign administered the HIPAA assessment regarding 365 Data Centers' compliance with HIPAA's Security Rule for administrative and physical safeguards, procedures, organizational safety measures, and policy and procedure and documentation requirements. The scope of the audit included all of 365 Data Centers' 17 U.S.-based colocation facilities, which were also found to meet the breach reporting requirements of the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act ("HITECH").
The auditing firm also conducted a SSAE 16 SOC 1 Type 2 examination of the systems and controls in place to meet the attestation standards established by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). SSAE 16 is designated by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as an acceptable method for a user entity's management to obtain assurance about a company's internal controls without conducting additional assessments. The requirements of Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 make SSAE 16 reports important to the process of reporting on effective internal controls by public companies.
"Our customers rely on 365 Data Centers to make their lives easier. Our compliant services will help our customers reduce the expense and effort associated with their own audits and compliance," said John Scanlon, CEO, 365 Data Centers. "Our ability to comply with such tough standards as the HIPAA Security Rule, HITECH and SSAE 16 across 100% of our facilities are a testament to the high standards set by our operations team."
"Our team is pleased to have audited 365 Data Centers to ensure they comply with relevant sections of HIPAA Security Rule and Type 2 SSAE 16 controls and requirements," stated Scott G. Price, CPA/CISA/CIA, managing director, A-lign. "365 Data Center's documented procedures, systems and track record of operations allowed A-lign to perform the audit efficiently.
Copies of the SSAE 16 audit report, HIPAA audit report and the company's HIPAA Business Associate Agreement (BAA) are available upon request.
About 365 Data Centers
365 Data Centers provides secure and reliable colocation services that offer an easier way to scale business growth and connect to the cloud. Through its 17 U.S. data centers, 100% uptime SLA, and national network of carriers and content providers, 365 Data Centers offers flexible pricing models that let customers pay as they grow with no long-term lock in. Services are secure and tailored for small and mid-sized businesses, telecom carriers and cloud service providers. We partner with businesses, technology leaders and community leaders to build technology centers that enable economic growth. With 365 Data Centers as a local provider, driving business growth just got easier. For more information, visit 365datacenters.com or follow @365datacenters.
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LoadStorm Web Performance Testing Now Allows Key Time per Transaction Measurement
Transaction Timing Capability Gives Web Application Testers Ability to Correlate Performance of Application Business Processes With What Matters Most to Users - Speed
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., June 17, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- LoadStorm® 2.0, a cloud-based web performance testing tool, now allows users to measure various transaction times so they can more easily ensure applications perform logical business processes with the speed users expect. Application developers and managers can now correlate test results to more real-world time-based user perspectives of performance. This new feature is in addition to LoadStorm's comprehensive traditional stress and load testing and analysis capabilities.
Transaction timing is important for web performance engineers when acceptable service level agreements (SLA) have been defined. In these situations, it allows the definition and measurement of acceptable response times for business processes. Today, SLAs seemingly govern most application processes. Now, performance can more easily be related with time expectations users have for performing certain web transactions. These transactions (also known as business processes) could include a variety of actions. For example, within an enterprise it might be a login or search, a patient record update, and more. In ecommerce, it could be a shopping cart addition, a product comparison, credit card charge, and more.
"Using the new transaction response time feature adds a layer of simplicity in understanding performance issues in a way best perceived by real customers and users - in other words, how long does it take to complete this search, or complete that payment," said Phillip Odom, director of performance engineering for LoadStorm. "Our customers can use this feature to better ensure service levels of each application business process are met. It adds a new dynamic to our analysis. It's no longer just about measurements like CPU utilization, memory usage, and more. Now it's also about a very common understanding - time."
The transaction measurement feature is now available. It can be implemented for any type of transaction. LoadStorm 2.0 is available online as a full-featured Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution. It's ideal for enterprise application managers, ecommerce managers, web developers, QA leaders, and others that must ensure web application performance. It's offered with performance engineering consulting. The consulting services are designed to ensure LoadStorm 2.0 customers fully leverage the tool and avoid common mistakes. Virtual users (Vuser) are purchased on-demand for testing in different plans based on the amount of load needed. These Vusers are deployed based on set customer percentages for each type of transaction. This approach greatly increases the accuracy of the performance test results. Detailed graphs, for transaction response time and other measurements, are provided in real-time for analysis.
About LoadStorm
CustomerCentrix(TM) LLC, is the creator of LoadStorm® 2.0, a cost-effective and enterprise-grade cloud performance testing tool for web applications. It provides analysis of a site's speed and scalability via interactive real-time graphs with key performance metrics. As a cloud load testing tool, all hardware is included, setup is minimal, and testing can begin quickly. The LoadStorm web performance testing tool is also provided with optional performance engineering consulting. Support services and independent performance audits are also available. CustomerCentrix is a privately held company founded in 1997 with its headquarters in Albuquerque, N.M. An additional sales and support office is maintained in Colorado. More information is available at http://loadstorm.com.
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Rugged IP68 GPS Handhelds and Field Computers Launched in India
KOLKATA, June 17, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
Designed and Conceptualised in India, SXtreo Range of Rugged Handhelds are Ideal for
Field Survey, Field Work and Industries Combined With GIS Mobility Apps From Stesalit
Stesalit [http://www.stesalitsystems.com ] today announced the availability of the
SXtreo range of rugged GPS handhelds [http://www.sxtreo.com ] as a part of its enterprise
mobility practice, for field surveys, field work under extreme conditions, industrial use,
and infrastructure sectors including agriculture, forestry, roads, security and
constructions. With the launch of SXtreo WP nDure series of IP 68 rugged waterproof, dust
proof, shockproof mobile devices coupled with in-built mobile GIS applications for
surveys, mapping and geomatics, India now has an affordable option to take geo-tagged
photos, do waypoint surveys, including routes, tracks and other standard handheld GPS
features. SXtreo WP 60 and WP 61 devices are much more than GPS handhelds, having all the
features of a smart phone. The GAGAN enabled SXtreo GN series of rugged GNSS field
computers and PDAs comes with full keypad and large 5-inch sunlight readable screen for
field data entry in large forms, designed for GPS data collection and asset management,
ideal for socio-economic surveys, mapping, agriculture, logistics, forestry, public
transportation, construction and security.
The SXtreo range of rugged GPS handheld is an economical solution, ideally suited for
organizations looking to equip their entire field workforce, while managing strict
budgets. The long-life battery of the SXtreo handhelds allows GPS data collection for a
full working day, without the need for recharging. The GNSS devices come with full-size
USB port for connecting devices.
The SXtreo GN series of rugged PDAs are designed for enterprise asset management
solutions, workforce for large corporate entities and the government, field services and
sales force automation.
Reliable, accurate GPS
In applications such as natural resource data collection and public works asset
inspection where high productivity is critical, the SXtreo range of rugged handhelds and
field computers is ideal. Incorporating a high-sensitivity GPS receiver, it has been
specifically designed to maximize yield of positions in difficult environments.
GIS Mobility apps for infrastructure sectors and industry with SXtreo
SXtreo handheld's Android and embedded Linux-based open-source secured operating
system is compatible with a range of sector-specific applications designed by Stesalit.
SXgeo is specially designed for waypoint, routes, and track surveys. The added
advantage from the similar existing applications is that one can capture geo-tagged photos
and transfer the survey data through GPRS.
SXsurvey [http://www.sxsurvey.com ] is a complete suite for comprehensive survey
management. With the features of SXgeo, one can also create large forms dynamically in the
devices for survey data collection.
SXfield is specifically built for the field workers and employees working away from
office like road construction, oil, gas and other utility services, logistics and
distribution chains, FMCG, consumer and white good companies with large sales networks,
operations and maintenance organizations with large service networks, and security
organizations including police.
Integrated application SXagro [http://www.sxagro.com ], a geospatial agriculture
decision support system in use by esteemed agriculture universities and state agriculture
departments, has been awarded both nationally and internationally.
In addition, SXtreo range of IP68 rugged smart phones is compatible with most of the
off-the-shelf mobile software applications.
About Stesalit
Stesalit [http://www.stesalitsystems.com ] is a vibrant technology company working in
the field of core technology design, embedded electronics product design and
manufacturing, Internet of Things practices, spatial data infrastructure solutions,
geospatial application and implementation, and major IT implementation services across
core infrastructure and different industry verticals.
Stesalit IT Services Group is a key driver in implementing large scale IT consultancy
and projects in government sector encompassing GIS, ERP, embedded system integration and
also providing urban planning consultancy services. The software products from Stesalit
have won national and international awards for innovation in technology.
The group is an SEI-CMM-Level 3 company, and certified as an ISO 9001-2008 and ISO
27001 : 2005 organization for development of software applications. Stesalit is
headquartered in Kolkata, India.
Media Contact: Saibal Bishnu, saibal.bishnu@stesalitsystems.com, +91-9830010504
ElcomSoft Breaks Into iCloud - No Password Required
MOSCOW, June 17, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
ElcomSoft Co. Ltd. updates Elcomsoft Phone Password Breaker, a mobile forensic tool
for acquiring data from Apple and BlackBerry devices, adding over-the-air acquisition from
Apple iCloud without requiring the user's Apple ID or password.
The new release enables password-free entry into suspects' iCloud accounts, providing
forensic customers with true real-time access to information essential for an
investigation. With password-free entry, ElcomSoft allows investigators accessing
information stored in the suspect's account even if the original Apple ID and password are
not known.
Password-free access to iCloud backups is made possible by using authentication tokens
acquired from suspect's PC. ElcomSoft supplies all necessary tools to acquire and decrypt
such tokens from Windows and Mac OS X computers. This breakthrough capability is unique to
Elcomsoft Phone Password Breaker, allowing investigators to have real-time access to
information stored in Apple iCloud without having login credentials of the user.
"We learned to bypass the login and password authentication when accessing iCloud",
says Vladimir Katalov, ElcomSoft CEO. "This is a major achievement of our researchers, and
a breakthrough feature for our forensic customers".
The ability to bypass login and password authentication is available in the Forensic
edition of Elcomsoft Phone Password Breaker.
Using Authentication Tokens to Bypass iCloud Login and Password
Being able to use authentication tokens acquired from the suspect's computer is of
major importance to forensic investigators. Authentication tokens can be obtained from the
suspect's computer if iCloud Control Panel is installed and the user was logged into
iCloud Control Panel on that PC at the time of token acquisition. The iCloud Control Panel
is an integral part of Mac OS systems, and installs separately on Windows PCs.
ElcomSoft supplies command-line tools for locating, extracting and decrypting binary
authentication tokens from the suspect's computer. During the extraction, authentication
tokens for all users of that computer can be extracted, including domain users (providing
that their system logon passwords are known). Windows and Mac OS versions of this tool are
available.
Founded in 1990, ElcomSoft Co.Ltd. are experts in computer and mobile forensics,
providing tools, training, and consulting services to law enforcement, forensics,
financial and intelligence agencies. ElcomSoft pioneered and patented numerous
cryptography techniques, setting and exceeding expectations by consistently breaking the
industry's performance records.
NI Reshapes Instrumentation with Software-Based, All-In-One Device
VirtualBench offers five essential instruments in a single device with an innovative software experience, creating new possibilities for engineers using benchtop test equipment.
SINGAPORE, June 17, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- NI (Nasdaq: NATI) today announced VirtualBench( http://www.ni.com/virtualbench ), an all-in-one instrument that integrates a mixed-signal oscilloscope, function generator, digital multimeter, programmable DC power supply and digital I/O. Users interact with VirtualBench through software applications that run on PCs or iPads. The device provides the most common functionality affordably and opens up new possibilities for how engineers can use benchtop instruments.
"Before, I didn't have the room or budget to buy a full setup for each bench," said Russell Stanphil, electronics advisor at TechShop. "I can now park one laptop and a VirtualBench on each seat, replacing four to five boxes."
Because VirtualBench uses today's consumer computing platforms, engineers and scientists can take advantage of the latest technologies like multi-touch displays, multicore processors, wireless connectivity and intuitive interfaces. The simplification and increased capability through software leads to more efficient circuit debugging and validation.
"We are building on what NI does best, which is our software-based approach to test and measurement," said Chad Chesney, director of data acquisition marketing at NI. "VirtualBench's software user experience is more intuitive, creating efficiencies that go above and beyond simply having these five devices in a single device."
Key Benefits
-- Takes up minimal space on a desktop or benchtop
-- Simplifies instrument configuration through consistent,
user-friendly interfaces
-- Offers new capability and convenience with a consolidated view
of multiple instruments, visualization on larger displays and
quick functionality to save data and screenshots
-- Integrates seamlessly with LabVIEW system design software
VirtualBench is now available worldwide for USD1,999/EUR1,690/JPY198,000/RMB14,285. (All prices are subject to change without notice.) The VirtualBench app for iPad will be available in the App Store later this summer.
About NI
Since 1976, NI (http://www.ni.com) has equipped engineers and scientists with tools that accelerate productivity, innovation and discovery. NI's graphical system design approach to engineering provides an integrated software and hardware platform that speeds the development of any system needing measurement and control. The company's long-term vision and focus on improving society through its technology supports the success of its customers, employees, suppliers and shareholders.
LabVIEW, National Instruments, NI, ni.com and VirtualBench are trademarks of National Instruments. Other product and company names listed are trademarks or trade names of their respective companies.
Chemring Technology Solutions Presents World's First Policy-on-the-Device App at WiFi Offload Summit
ROMSEY, England and PALO ALTO, California, June 17, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
18-19 June, Palo Alto, California
Chemring Technology Solutions [http://www.chemringts.com ], a world-class provider of
mobile data management solutions, will be a key contributor at this year's WiFi Offload
Summit. Ben Toner, Incubation Manager at Chemring Technology Solutions, will provide
insight to the panel session debating: "Massive aggregated Wi-Fi: Are mass-market wireless
services moving 'over-the-top'?"
Ben Toner joins leading WiFi experts, Evan Kaplan (iPass), Michael Jönsson (Birdstep)
and David Fraser (Devicescape), to deliver the best in carrier WiFi thought leadership and
innovation. The Summit focuses on how carriers can overcome the monetization challenge by
transforming new Wi-Fi technologies into profitable business models.
Chemring Technology Solutions has developed SmartSwitch
[http://www.policyonthedevice.com ], the world's first true policy-on-the-device app, which
provides enhanced subscriber engagement and connection management capability. SmartSwitch
allows operators to increase opportunities for the monetisation of network management as
its advanced policy engine supports 3GPP ANDSF policies as part of a more capable policy
language. SmartSwitch is also interoperable and tested with major network policy solution
providers and can be deployed onto Android, iOS and M2M platforms.
SmartSwitch enables mobile operators to develop a network that intelligently
interoperates with smartphones, and other devices, to deliver subscribers a personalised
mobile data experience. This supports operators' core business drivers of customer
recruitment, retention and revenues by delivering excellent network connectivity and
consistent device performance to subscribers, while reducing network cost.
Unlike other solutions, SmartSwitch is designed to deliver significant value through
deployment as an aftermarket application from any app store. It can be rapidly rolled out
without the need for operators to invest in infrastructure or additional capability, and
is ready to connect to full policy management solutions once they are deployed in the
network.
Ben Toner, said: "The proliferation of mobile traffic means that its effective
monetization and offload is now a significant issue for carriers. The WiFi Offload Summit
is a unique opportunity for experts from across the globe to debate how these challenges
can be addressed. Operators need to develop a robust offloading and Wi-Fi strategy in
order to continue to deliver customers an excellent mobile data experience and Chemring
Technologies is at the heart of the debate at this week's Summit."
SmartSwitch is optimised to provide network operators with intelligent selective
offload and traffic shaping, much of which can be provided as a simple application
delivered via an app store. Its unique policy framework allows operators to choose between
in-built traffic management solutions for seamless and aggregated use of network
technologies or to make use of native functionality offered within the chipsets. By using
context aware conditions, an understanding of user preferences and interaction with the
billing platform, network and data management are brought to life. As SmartSwitch is
application aware, this also gives operators the ability to reduce congestion in known
problem coverage areas and ensure that traffic from value-added applications is not lost.
About Chemring Technology Solutions
Chemring Technology Solutions is the principal electronics research and development
centre of Chemring Group, and is a world-class provider of mobile data management
solutions, including mobile apps, network security systems and rapid deployment networks.
Chemring Technology Solutions is the trading name for Roke Manor Research Limited,
which has been pioneering the development of innovative sensors, networks and
communications technology for over 50 years. It employs more than 450 staff and has over
430 patents to its name. http://www.chemringts.com
- Chemring is a global business that specialises in the manufacture of high
technology products and services to the aerospace, defence and security markets
- Employing more than 3,500 people worldwide, and with production facilities in
four countries, Chemring meets the needs of customers in more than fifty countries
worldwide
- Chemring is now organised under three strategic product segments:
Countermeasures, Sensors & Electronics, and Energetic Systems
- Chemring has a diverse portfolio of products that deliver high reliability
solutions to protect people, platforms, mission and information against constantly
changing threats
- Operating in niche markets and with strong investment in R&D, Chemring has the
agility to rapidly react to urgent customer needs
Chemring Technology Solutions
CONTACT: For further information please contact: James Horne, Chemring Technology Solutions, +44(0)1794 833000, james.horne@chemringts.com
Altair and FIC Introduce World's First 3.5GHz LTE Tablet
LTE-enabled 9.7" Tablet Showcased at Tokyo LTE Event
TOKYO, June 17, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
Altair Semiconductor [http://www.altair-semi.com ], the world's leading developer of
high-performance, single-mode LTE chipsets, and First International Computer, Inc.
[http://www.fic.com.tw ] (FIC), a world leader in the design and production of electronic
devices, announced today the availability of the world's first 3.5GHz LTE-enabled tablet
computer. The 9.7" Android tablet, Elija TF9300, will be showcased at a 3.5GHz LTE
industry event taking place in Tokyo on June 17-20, 2014.
As spectrum availability is becoming more limited globally, the 3.5GHz 4G LTE band is
receiving increased attention. 3GPP defines 200MHz of contiguous TDD spectrum in the
3.5GHz band, offering a significantly higher number of deployable LTE channels than any
other band.
"The 3.5GHz spectrum represents a high growth area," said Alex Dee, Vice President at
FIC. "We partnered with Altair Semiconductor for this industry-first tablet because Altair
is one of the leading providers of 3.5GHz solutions for commercial products, and has the
most advanced and mature LTE chipset and software on the market."
The tablet connects to LTE networks using Altair's newest single-mode LTE chipset,
FourGee-3800/6300, which supports a very wide frequency band span between 700-3800MHz.
"To date, we've only seen 3.5GHz enabled products such as desktop modems and dongles,"
added Eran Eshed, Co-Founder and VP of Marketing and Business Development at Altair. "We
are pleased to announce, together with our partner FIC, the first-ever 3.5GHz tablet,
which marks the mainstreaming of this emerging LTE band."
Elija TF9300 is a quad-core tablet equipped with a 9.7-inch IPS panel for ultra wide
degree viewing angle, full 1080p video playback, 3.5GHz 4G LTE connectivity and USB OTG
(on-the-go). It is powered by a Freescale Quad-Core 1.0 GHz processer, has 16GB of storage
and an Android 4.3 OS.
About Altair Semiconductor
Altair Semiconductor is the world's leading developer of high-performance, single-mode
LTE chipsets. By focusing on 100% LTE solutions, Altair is enabling the introduction of
competitively priced connected devices to the market. The company's chips have been
qualified by the world's top LTE carriers. More than 30 original design manufacturers
around the world have selected Altair to connect more than 80 end-user devices such as
tablets, netbooks, USB dongles, portable hotspots, fixed routers and modems, and M2M
applications. For more information, visit the company's website at http://www.altair-semi.com. Follow Altair on Twitter: @AltairSemi
[http://twitter.com/AltairSemi ]
About FIC
Founded in 1980, First International Computer, Inc. (FIC) is a world leader in the
design and production of electronic devices now is focusing its core business on building
automation system and versatile ARM platform enablement solutions.
FIC has a workforce of over 8,100 employees spread amongst two manufacturing/ assembly
sites and four branch offices.
As an OEM/ODM supplier to many of the leading brands in North America, Asia and
Europe, FIC has established itself as a pioneer of innovative products, supplying
engineering expertise, advanced R&D and logistical services throughout the world.
Three New G-SHOCK Color-ways Take Their Lead from Baby-G
DOVER, N.J., June 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- G-SHOCK announces a limited partnership with Baby-G for Spring 2014, featuring three new fashion-forward color-ways. All watches (sold separately) in the new GA110BC series embody the ethos of undeniable toughness and durability.
The GA110BC model is presented in glossy Cobalt Blue (-2A), glossy Titanium Silver (-8A), and matte Canary Yellow (-9A). All three models take their style cues from Baby-G and make a perfect accessory for trendsetters this season.
The new colorway series features shock and water resistant (up to 200M) technologies, standard on all G-SHOCK watches. Other features of the series include: magnetic resistant capabilities, auto LED backlighting, and 4 daily alarms with 1 snooze function. Flash alert allows for any preset notifications to be clearly recognized, while the GA110's 1/1000(th) sec. stopwatch, speed indicator, 24 hr countdown timer, and 12/24 hr operating format, ensure the most accurate capabilities in time-keeping.
"We had so much success with our first G-SHOCK x Baby-G pairing for Winter 2013," said Shigenori Itoh, Chairman and CEO of Casio America, Inc, "That it made perfect sense for us to offer a fresh new color perspective this season."
The G-SHOCK GA110BC will retail for $130 beginning May 2014 at select fashion boutiques, key jewelry stores, the G-SHOCK Soho NYC store and http://www.g-shock.com.
About G-SHOCK
CASIO's shock-resistant G-SHOCK watch is synonymous with toughness, born from the developer Mr. Ibe's dream of 'creating a watch that never breaks'. Over 200 handmade samples were created and tested to destruction until finally in 1983 the first, now iconic G-SHOCK hit the streets of Japan and began to establish itself as 'the toughest watch of all time'. Each watch encompasses the 7 elements; electric shock resistance, gravity resistance, low temperature resistance, vibration resistance, water resistance, shock resistance and toughness. The watch is packed with Casio innovations and technologies to prevent it from suffering direct shock; this includes internal components protected with urethane and suspended timekeeping modules inside the watch structure. Since its launch, G-SHOCK has continued to evolve, continuing to support on Mr. Ibe's mantra "never, never give up". This 2013, G-SHOCK is celebrating their 30th anniversary.
About Casio America, Inc.
Casio America, Inc., Dover, N.J., is the U.S. subsidiary of Casio Computer Co., Ltd., Tokyo, Japan, one of the world's leading manufacturers of consumer electronics and business equipment solutions. Established in 1957, Casio America, Inc. markets calculators, keyboards, mobile presentation devices, disc title and label printers, watches, cash registers and other consumer electronic products. Casio has strived to realize its corporate creed of "creativity and contribution" through the introduction of innovative and imaginative products. For more information, visit http://www.casiousa.com.
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Phonotonic: Interactive Music Battle, a Smart Object That Turns Movement Into Music
Making music has never been so simple and powerful
PARIS, June 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
Have you ever dreamed of playing music? But never learned how?
Or are you a musician, a performer or a dancer, looking for new ways of expressing
your creativity?
Interactive Music Battle is a connected object that allows everyone to make music, in
a simple, engaging and powerful way. It turns you into a new kind
of musician. Movement! This is all you need!
After two years of development, Phonotonic launches its first product "Interactive
Music Battle", a great game that combines two smarts objects and an app. The objects track
the way you move, and talk to the app over WiFi. Our cutting edge technologies turn these
movements into music in real time. One connected object gives the rhythm, the other one
the lead. Just launch the app on a tablet or a smartphone, choose your rhythm and melody,
pick up your connected object, and start moving. This is all you need to make music and
have fun!
You can remove the motion sensor from the object and put it everywhere you like. Stick
it to large or small everyday objects to trigger different movements and music. Put it in
your shoes and start dancing: now your body is an instrument! It is a new experience every
time. Or you can just use our sleek design objects with a silicon skin. They will
perfectly fit in your hand.
Because it is only based on sound and movement, Interactive Music Battle does not use
a screen. People can play face to face, in the same space: it brings more conviviality
than any musical videogames. It is a game powered by digital technologies, but it is a
real life game!
Phonotonic runs thanks to a group of musicians, designers, engineers and researchers,
who have been leading extensive research in the world leading lab in music and sound
technology, IRCAM - France, looking for new ways to make and perform music for expert
musicians. Finding it frustrating to have to spend many years learning an instrument
before being able to enjoy making music, they are now excited to bring these musical
technologies to a broader audience.
Whirlpool Corporation receives first ENERGY STAR® certification for clothes dryers
Whirlpool Brand Duet® offers new level of energy efficiency
BENTON HARBOR, Mich., June 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is the first appliance manufacturer to offer an ENERGY STAR® certified clothes dryer. The company received recent certification from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) ENERGY STAR program on the Whirlpool brand Duet® model WED87HED steam dryer.
The EPA announced its new Energy Star label for clothes dryers on May 27. The new specifications will recognize a selection of highly efficient electric, gas, and compact dryers that will use approximately 20% less energy than what is required by the minimum efficiency standards effective in 2015.
The Whirlpool Duet dryer uses new technologies that combine to create a highly energy-efficient drying cycle. Advanced moisture sensors are used to assure the cycle ends precisely when the load is dry. This helps prevent over drying which can not only waste energy, but also cause damage to fabrics. The dryer also uses dual element modulation technology through the Ecoboost setting to adjust the heat output based on the exact moisture content in the clothes. This reduces the heat for the overall cycle, reducing energy consumption, while only slightly extending the drying time.
Whirlpool Corp. has a long history in environmental stewardship including helping to draft the first ENERGY STAR appliance standards which are one element of the company's broad-based sustainability strategy. The company currently sells more than 400 ENERGY STAR appliance models - more ENERGY STAR qualified products than any other manufacturer.
"Clothes dryers are the next frontier for significant residential energy efficiency gains, and we are proud to be the first manufacturer to offer Energy Star dryers," said Nick Gillespie, senior manager of government relations for Whirlpool Corporation. "Our long history of building products that are both innovative and effective in protecting the environment is key to our ongoing success."
According to the EPA over 80% of U.S. homes have a clothes dryer, and these appliances account for approximately six percent of residential electricity consumption. If all residential clothes dryers sold in the U.S. meet these new requirements, the utility cost savings will grow to more than $1.5 billion each year and more than 22 billion pounds of annual greenhouse gas emissions would be prevented.
Whirlpool's full sustainability strategy engages nearly every aspect of its business, from materials and processes, to product technologies and end-of-life recycling, all aimed at a more sustainable future. With more than 860 million appliances currently in homes in the United States - many 10 or more years old - our biggest opportunity for overall energy and water savings is in educating consumers on the benefits of replacing old, inefficient appliances with new advanced products.
About Whirlpool Corporation
Whirlpool Corporation is the world's leading global manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances, with annual revenues of approximately $19 billion in 2013, 69,000 employees and 59 manufacturing and technology research centers around the world. The company markets Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, Bauknecht and other major brand names to consumers in nearly every country around the world. Additional information about the company can be found at http://www.whirlpoolcorp.com.
Choose the Best Large Format Scanning Solution for Your Needs
UK based large-format scanner manufacturer Colortrac [http://www.colortrac.com ] today
launches three brand new product solutions, available through their global distribution
network:
- The SmartLF SG CCD scanner with professional cameras - choose 44 inch or
36 inch wide
- The SmartLF SC Xpress scanners with SingleSensor technology and faster speed
- New Professional MFP Solutions with dedicated scanners
Experience an all-new scanner for Hi-Fidelity colour reproduction of large-format
documents. The SmartLF SG scanner has been specifically developed for scanning and
reprographics service professionals and for electronic document capture (TWAIN) and
high-end technical imaging within AEC, CAD, Mapping and GIS.
Colortrac's SmartLF SG is quick and easy to use. It is suitable for scanning and
copying all your document types up to 36 or 44 inches wide, with easy adjustment for
different media thicknesses up to 15mm.
Product Manager Declan Tyler says of SmartLF SG, "With a high-speed Ethernet and USB3
interface there's no stopping or waiting. The imaging technology is based on the same CCD
sensors used in professional high-quality cameras and will match the most discerning
demand."
Tyler continues, "On top of this, the new completely unique feature of simple
manually-operated height adjustment makes handling of different documents very easy for
the busy user. So, the Smart LF SG is always the right choice."
Now even faster: Colortrac SmartLF SC Xpress Series
Colortrac introduces new SmartLF SC Xpress Series to boost performance and provide
reliable as well as affordable scanning with a fast return on investment.
The new superfast Series comes with proven SingleSensor technology, a Colortrac
invention that combines CIS elements and LEDs in a single line for maximum scan accuracy
and optimal illumination. With this and a variety of simple, intuitive software options,
SmartLF SC Xpress allows you to get the right image first time.
The SC Xpress Series is the right choice for all your technical documents and maps,
creating high quality scans of wide format maps, engineering drawings, blueprints and many
other technical documents.
Freedom to choose: Colortrac Professional MFP Solutions
Whenever you need it: Scan, copy and print large-format documents with Colortrac's
Professional MFP Solutions.
Available in three sizes, 42in, 36in and 25in, this product is an affordable and
reliable multi-functional package that exactly fits your printer and your needs, while
still giving you a quick ROI.
Professional MFP Solutions are suitable for copying a wide range of large-format
technical documents at a speed that exceeds most colour printers. These models have a low
first copy output time which gives you more copies faster.
With the option to add your own choice of large-format printer, PC and monitor, and
with easy-to-use software and an adjustable repro stand included, Colortrac's Professional
MFP Solutions give you the complete copying package of your choice.
All the new scanner and MFP models come with Colortrac's innovative features:
- ScanOnce: efficient scanning and copying workflow that gets it right the
first time
- Firefly: Colortrac's high-speed USB3 interface that allows you to get more
done
- Clearview: innovative dual LED illumination that's low maintenance and has a
low energy footprint
- Winsync: optimised Windows driver technology that allows you to easily connect
Colortrac scanners to your PC
KanexPro releases 5-Input Mini HD Scaler with HDBaseT(TM) output for corporate boardrooms and lecture halls
BREA, Calif., June 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- KanexPro exhibiting at InfoComm 2014, booth N1657 is pleased to release a 5-Input Presentation Switcher & Scaler with HDBaseT(TM). Based on a high-performance video processing engine that can scale standard definition HDMI, RGB, VGA, C-video and component to HD quality video and audio up to 2K. Ideal for lecture halls, corporate boardrooms and command-control centers, where switching of analog and digital signals are mission critical.
From large congregations such as house of worship centers to lecture halls and corporate board rooms, the growth of routing, scaling and signal distribution has seen many game changing facets over the decade. Some prevailed while others failed. This has helped KanexPro design powerful systems based on integrators needs. Today's audiovisual systems must support an extensive range of analog and digital A/V formats says Kashyap Khetia, Marketing Head for KanexPro. Switching and distributing these diverse signals can be abysmal for SI's and installers.
As an added benefit, the HDSC51HDBT provides remote powering by not having to install an extra power outlet to the ceiling or wall, the included receiver handles power over Ethernet to power up eliminating the need for a separate power supply at the remote unit. Perfect for the slim flat-panel LED display or projector mounting that does not have an extra power socket.
AV Control made easy - Wide band IR signals and bi-directional RS-232 control can be transmitted alongside the video signal over the CAT6 connection, allowing the remote device to be controlled without the need for additional cabling. Bi-directional control extension eliminates the need for control system wiring to remote devices.
The HD scaler is housed in a compact 1U, half rack width enclosure that can be installed virtually anywhere, including discreet placement underneath a conference table, cabinet place, inside a credenza, or in a lectern. For information please visit http://www.kanexpro.com or stop by at Booth # N1657 for a live demo at InfoComm.
Smartphone App Could Replace Seeing Eye Dogs for the Visually Impaired, Predicts London-based Technology Company
LONDON, June 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- EYEBRIDGE (http://www.myeyebridge.com/), a first-of-its-kind mobile app from EyeBridge Limited, will provide 27/4 on-demand remote visual assistance for people who are blind or otherwise visually impaired. Within thirty seconds of opening the EYEBRIDGE app, a live operator connects to the customer and his or her smartphone's rear-facing camera, ready to provide video assistance with everything from navigation and product identification to written word interpretation or device operation. As a blind EYEBRIDGE beta tester commented: "I travel a lot and locating power outlets or figuring out climate controls in hotel rooms is often tricky, and EYEBRIDGE could be a very useful solution."
Slated for a public launch in October, Guy Curlewis, CEO of EyeBridge is excited at the level of freedom that the EYEBRIDGE app will provide to those people that have some form of visual impairment. Curlewis had the following remarks: "The response to the EYEBRIDGE app from the visually impaired communities has been extremely positive." Curlewis continues: "Of course, no technology can replace the constant companionship of a Seeing Eye canine, but until a dog can read your mail or help you figure out a new remote control, EYEBRIDGE will play an important role."
The EYEBRIDGE app in development will be available on both Android and iOS platforms and connect via Wi-Fi and mobile networks. Individual customers and corporate employers will have a variety of subscription plans from which to choose starting from £19 ($29) per month for sixty minutes of remote visual assistance. EYEBRIDGE technology is also forward-thinking: the app is fully compatible with Google Glass, and will no doubt be adaptable to further advancements in wearable devices.
Curlewis states: "One of the most significant technologies behind the EYEBRIDGE app is our ability to simultaneously queue and route thousands of quality mobile video calls across different types of connections. Whereas systems to stack and direct voice calls are plentiful, we found nothing that could do the same for mobile video and ended up developing our own proprietary solution."
EyeBridge Limited is currently welcoming investors who wish to purchase equity in the company via a crowd funding campaign listed on Crowdcube. The company has reached 25% of its target in the first few days and with over a month remaining in the campaign, it presents an interesting investment opportunity for those who understand the platform's potential: around the world, the estimated number of prospective visually impaired EYEBRIDGE customers tops 280 million, amongst which there is a large percentage of people in the developing world where access to smartphones and reliable mobile networks is growing at a breakneck pace. Curlewis commented: "As long as we reach our current investment target on Crowdcube, we will launch the full service in October to a global audience."
According to Curlewis, the EYEBRIDGE market is set to include not only individuals, but also enterprise clients with policies of employing people with visual impairments. Another sector that EYEBRIDGE aims to target are businesses that aim to better serve their blind clients. States Curlewis: "We are beta testing EYEBRIDGE with a firm of attorneys who will provide their visually impaired clients with free remote video connections via the EYEBRIDGE app. Using EYEBRIDGE to connect to their attorney should significantly reduce the need for a client to physically send or scan documents or travel to the attorney's office and in turn help reduce costs and speed up legal transactions."
In the near future, the EYEBRIDGE platform is expected to serve as a model for applications designed for sighted people as well. For instance, practical usage scenarios are conceivable in the healthcare industry for remote diagnoses and telehealth, in the government sector for translation services and in the insurance industry to facilitate on-site inspections and claims.
About EYEBRIDGE
EYEBRIDGE provides live, on-demand, remote visual assistance to help blind and visually impaired customers with tasks such as internal and external navigation, product identification, product operation and written work interpretation.
WebMD Launches Health Improvement Program for iPhone® to Make Biometric Data Understandable and Actionable
WebMD Healthy Target empowers individuals to create and sustain healthy habits
NEW YORK, June 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, WebMD Health Corp. (NASDAQ: WBMD) launched WebMD Healthy Target, an integrated health improvement program that uses biometric device data from activity trackers, wireless scales and glucose meters to deliver tailored, physician-reviewed, contextually relevant content and motivational tips to individuals looking to develop sustainable health-conscious habits. WebMD Healthy Target will provide valuable assistance to individuals looking to manage chronic conditions like Type 2 diabetes and obesity, as well as to a broader audience interested in achieving their fitness goals or more generally living a healthier lifestyle.
Available within WebMD's flagship mobile app for iPhone, Healthy Target can translate step, sleep, weight and blood glucose data from multiple well-known device manufacturers, including Entra, Fitbit, UP by Jawbone and Withings, into actionable insights. In addition, iPhone 5s users have the option to track their steps with their smartphone. Users can manually input their biometric data into Healthy Target or connect their devices.
"WebMD's Healthy Target empowers consumers to make behavioral changes that can improve their physical and mental health," said Dr. Michael Smith, Chief Medical Editor at WebMD. "To achieve successful, sustainable behavioral change, consumers must learn how to track and manage the factors that contribute to healthy living."
Healthy Target empowers users to live a healthier life and achieve their health and fitness goals by informing and educating users with the latest physician-reviewed content mapped against attainable user goals and suggested positive habits.
"Consumers will appreciate the ease of incorporating their biometric data into our Healthy Target program and the health insights and recommendations offered to help them sustain a healthier life," said David Ziegler, Director of Product Management for WebMD. "With more than 40%[1] of consumers using mobile devices to access health information, the time is right for a mobile app that can help translate data into life-improving insights."
WebMD Healthy Target features and functionalities include:
-- Goal Setting. Healthy Target enables users to choose from six goals: 1)
lose weight 2) eat healthier 3) be more active 4) control blood sugar 5)
sleep better 6) feel better. Once goals are selected, Healthy Target
recommends proven habits that can help users reach their goals. Goals
can be added or changed at any time.
-- Habit Intensity & Tracking. Each habit has three levels: easy, medium,
and hard. Users start a new habit at the easy level -- each habit
lasting for one week - track their progress, and use reminders to help
ensure they do their habits on a regular basis. They can change or
restart their habits at any time. As they move further along the
program, their healthy habits and wellness continue to grow.
-- Data Understanding. Providing a complete summary of a user's biometric
data, Healthy Target incorporates easy-to-understand visuals so users
can clearly see changes in their sleep, step counts, weight, and blood
sugar over time.
-- Progress Report & Inspiration. In addition to daily snapshots that
monitor progress, users are provided weekly recaps analyzing their
success towards achieving their goals as determined by the data they
provide. In addition to the assessment, users will receive personalized
tips to encourage them to become more successful moving forward.
Consumers ready to take control of their health can learn more about Healthy Target by visiting http://www.webmd.com/webmdapp and downloading it from the App Store, http://wb.md/1uZudxA.
About WebMD
WebMD Health Corp. (NASDAQ: WBMD) is the leading provider of health information services, serving consumers, physicians, healthcare professionals, employers, and health plans through our public and private online portals, mobile platforms and health-focused publications.
All statements contained in this press release, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements, including those regarding: our expectations concerning market opportunities and our ability to capitalize on them; and the benefits expected from new products or services. These statements speak only as of the date of this press release and are based on our current plans and expectations, and they involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual future events or results to be different than those described in or implied by such forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include those relating to: market acceptance of our products and services; relationships with customers and strategic partners; and changes in economic, political or regulatory conditions or other trends affecting the healthcare, Internet and information technology industries. Further information about these matters can be found in our Securities and Exchange Commission filings.
WebMD®, Medscape®, CME Circle®, Medpulse®, eMedicine®, MedicineNet®, theheart.org® and RxList® are among the trademarks of WebMD Health Corp. or its subsidiaries.
[1] Source: Pew Research Mobile Health 2012 Report
Calsoft Labs and Ixia Team Up to Address NFV Market
SANTA CLARA, California, June 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
Calsoft Labs (An ALTEN Group Company) selects Ixia to test the performance
and scalability of high performance Virtual Network Functions (VNFs) meant for commercial
NFV deployments
Calsoft Labs, a pioneer in Network Function Virtualization (NFV) and Software Defined
Networking (SDN) solutions, announced today that it has selected Ixia (NASDAQ: XXIA) as
its test partner for performance and scalability testing of high performance carrier-grade
Virtual Network Functions (VNFs) meant for commercial NFV deployments.
Telecom operators are increasingly looking at NFV to reduce CapEx and OpEx by
leveraging COTS hardware while accelerating the ability to develop and deploy new, revenue
generating services. Calsoft Labs offers a suite of high performance VNFs, NFV
orchestration framework, and systems integration services for NFV implementation by
telecom operators.
With its broad range of network test solutions, Ixia is at the forefront of helping
enterprises, service providers and equipment manufacturers test, validate and benefit from
next-generation SDN and NFV deployments in order to keep pace with new technologies and
standards, which helps ensure the networks are functioning properly and effectively. Ixia
also offers platforms to test virtualized assets and environments while leveraging the
trusted tools that have been used for testing hardware-based networking technologies for
over a decade.
Calsoft Labs uses Ixia products such as IxNetwork, IxLoad and Xcellon-Ultra(TM) to
test functionality, performance and scalability of carrier-grade Intel(R) DPDK optimized
Virtual Network Functions (VNFs) designed for deployment in Telco data centers.
"Ixia products such as IxLoad and Xcellon-Ultra have been a valuable asset to us as we
continue to push the envelope for VNF performance, scalability and reliability at Calsoft
Labs," said Narendra Dhara, Senior VP of Engineering and CTO, Calsoft Labs. "We look
forward to work closely with Ixia to offer robust NFV solutions to our customers".
"The benefits of moving toward virtualizing and operationalizing network appliances
are undeniable; however, this is still a very challenging task for carriers as it creates
new performance bottlenecks," said Michael Haugh, Product Marketing Director at Ixia. "In
order to maintain carrier grade performance and optimally provision virtualized resources,
testing is critical; and we are excited to work with Calsoft Labs, a leader in cutting
edge virtualized solutions optimized for carrier requirements."
Calsoft Labs is a pioneer in NFV and SDN with a track record of having delivered few
of the industry's first commercially deployed virtual appliances and SDN applications. A
wholly owned subsidiary of the EUR1.2 billion ALTEN Group, Calsoft Labs offers telecom
product engineering and systems integration services across the entire value chain from
product development to network deployment and operations support. Please visit http://sdn.calsoftlabs.com for more details.
About Calsoft Labs
Calsoft Labs is a wholly owned subsidiary of the EUR1.2 billion ALTEN Group. Calsoft
Labs offers technology consulting, product engineering and systems integration services
globally to equipment manufacturers (OEMs/ODMs), telecom operators and independent
software vendors (ISVs). Calsoft Labs operates state-of-the-art product design and
development centers at Bangalore, Chennai and Mysore in India, with sales & support
offices worldwide including North America, Europe and Asia. For more information, please
visit http://www.calsoftlabs.com.
About Ixia
Ixia develops amazing products so its customers can connect the world. Ixia helps its
customers provide an always-on user experience through fast, secure delivery of dynamic,
connected technologies and services. Through actionable insights that accelerate and
secure application and service delivery, Ixia's customers benefit from faster time to
market, optimized application performance and higher-quality deployments. Learn more at http://www.ixiacom.com.
Infinite Fun for Eyes: Glasses-free 3D smart phone - ZOPO ZP600+
SHENZHEN, China, June 13, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- When you are using a smart phone, what do you consider most?
Hardware? Pixel? CPU?
Oh, no! If you are still trapped by these perimeters, you are definitely OUT! Now smart phones update quickly, and trends are homogenizing in the market, so we always need something new and funny to break free from outdated ideas.
Cool fashion always leads the trends during any century. Visual impact, a sense of self, fashion and high-end luxury, what do you think if these advantages combine into one? When many mobile phones factories have competing hardware devices against one another at this moment, ZOPO's has broken tradition with its glasses-free 3D smart phone!
3D idea first started from the movies. Do you still remember a lovely 8-year-old boy called Russell in the 3D movie Up? Remember those jealous little toys in the 3D movie Toy Story? From 2009, unprecedented 3D movies appeared one-by-one and amazed audiences.
Glasses-free 3D viewing is an intelligent technology that we use to display glasses-free 3D graphics and 3D movies. It makes what people see on screen appear even more realistic. What's more, people can get rid of the shackles of glasses!
In China, ZOPO is the first brand that brought Glasses-free 3D technology to smart phones. Recently, they released the latest 3D smart phone, ZP600+ with a quad-core processor. This model adopts a 4.3 inch 1080P Full HD sharp AVS screen. Many customers who have experienced ZOPO glasses-free 3D phones gave great reviews. The smart phone can also watch 3D videos, and it is so cool, fashionable and exciting. There are no doubts that 3D technology is one of ZOPO's specialties.
What's more, ZOPO keeps carrying on and developing its glasses-free 3D smart phone idea. On March 28th, 2012, ZOPO released a smart phone, ZP200, which is the first glasses-free 3D smart phone in China. This brought 3D smart phones further to the public, and it influenced the market at that moment. Later ZP200 was updated with a dual-core processor, called ZP200+. And after half a year, ZOPO continued to release its second generation glasses free 3D smart phone with a dual core processor, the ZP600. After updating the technology, ZOPO released its latest glasses-free 3D smart phone, the ZP600+. Because of its innovation and constant changes, ZOPO seized the Chinese glasses-free 3D smart phone market successfully.
Cooperating with 3DVsta and 3Dplayer, thousands of 3D games and movies are available at any time on the ZOPO glasses-free 3D phones for users.
ZOPO is going to release the third generation glasses-free 3D smart phone with a 5.7 inch screen and new style. No doubts that it will bring more fun and something fresh to the smart phone market with its unique new 3D smart phone effects.
Glasses-free smart phones are coming, what are you waiting for? Join us for this 3D storm!
For more ZOPO information, Facebook: ZOPO Mobile Official.
Spermania: Palestinian Developer Celebrates Father's Day with Provocative Debut
RAMALLAH, Palestine, June 13, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
Palestine's first venture-backed gaming company, PinchPoint, is excited to announce
the launch of "Spermania," an addictive, fun mobile game in which users race a sperm past
acid pools, viruses, bacteria and other sperm to try to fertilize an egg. "Spermania" is
available for free download on major App Stores - just in time for Father's Day.
"Spermania" is based on the only race that really matters--the journey of a brave
little sperm's epic struggle to create life.
In this first pack, players will outsmart the female reproductive system and battle
the forces of the immune system--cunning viruses, sneaky white blood cells and sizzling
acid pools.
Just as in the real-life race, where a sperm's odds are 300-million-to-one, winning
takes stamina and skill. Players will have to master both slow and fast play modes, evade
obstacles, collect vital 'sugars' for energy, and beat out competing sperms to reach the
finish line.
"Spermania" is not just challenging, it's also fun - with clever caricatures and sound
effects and integrated social features. The anticipation of reaching the final goal will
keep players coming back for more.
Part of Palestine's growing startup scene, PinchPoint is the first local gaming
company to secure venture funding. A notoriously challenging industry coupled with the
difficulties of life under occupation are what drive PinchPoint's international ambitions.
"Global gaming markets are already flooded, so if you want to shine, you have to come up
with something outside of the norm," says CEO Khaled Abualkheir. "Being Palestinian, even
life's daily routine demands innovation," he adds.
Based in Ramallah, PinchPoint's five-person team plans to release two full-scale
titles over the next year and six smaller, experimental games developed in weekend
marathon sessions.
PinchPoint is backed by Sadara Ventures, Palestine's first venture capital fund.
Speaking of the investment, Sadara Founding Partner Saed Nashef said: "With the release of
"Spermania," PinchPoint's team is demonstrating its ability to come up with unique and
engaging games that can compete in regional and international markets."
About PinchPoint
PinchPoint Inc. is a Ramallah, Palestine-based game developer whose recent releases
include "Spermania", a fun, addictive game in which players race to fertilize an egg, and
"Egghead Runaway", a fast-paced endless-runner game. For more information, visit http://www.pinchpoint.me.
Kingyoup Unveils High Throughput Semiconductor Wafer Bonding & Debonding Tool at ECTC 2014
NEW TAIPEI CITY, June 13, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Kingyoup Optronics Co., Ltd. ("Kingyoup") during the IEEE Electronics Components and Technology Conference (ECTC) held at Orlando, Florida USA, in May 2014 show-cased their temporary bonding and debonding equipment developed in collaboration with IBM (NYSE:IBM). This equipment is specially designed to meet the microelectronics miniaturization needs of today's smart, mobile, consumer electronics devices. Specifically, it enables 3D Integrated Circuits, 2.5D Packaging Integration and System applications.
The temporary bonding and debonding equipment uses a hybrid laser debonding solution with an industry-leading throughput of over 60 to 100 wafers per hour. It also supports wafer thinning to less than a human hair thickness (<< 50 um ) for either 200mm or 300mm wafers. A video demonstration of the debonding equipment releasing wafers was shown at the ECTC exhibit booth.
Working together with IBM, Kingyoup has developed a solution that demonstrates lower power consumption and much faster wafer cleaning, leading to high yield and high throughput, and concludes with lower cost of ownership.
Technical presentations by IBM researchers discussed the benefits of this patented laser debonding technology. The technology can be applied to semiconductor wafer processing and packaging technologies in either wafer level or panel size formats.
About Kingyoup Optronics
Kingyoup Optronics(KYO), founded and invested by Kingyoup Enterprises in 2013, is an expert in design and manufacturing of in-line sputter equipment, roll to roll sputter equipment and 3D IC wafer bonder and debonder.
Facing rapid growth of end products requiring high performance and miniaturization design, 2.5D, 3D and fan out IC packaging solutions have become one of the key technologies in semiconductor industries. With IBM technology licensing, Kingyoup is now designing mass production wafer bonding and laser debonding equipment. Beta tool is available for live demo. Furthermore, temporary bonding and de-bonding also could be applied in the process of light weight and wearable device in the future.
KYO has rich experiences in touch panel sputtering and FPD industry. We provide total solution for ITO, SiO2, Metal, Nb2Ox coatingâ¦etc., and we record outstanding sales performance of 3.5G to 7.5G in-line sputter equipment. KYO is one of the few suppliers in Taiwan and China who is capable of coating of multi-layer film. KYO also has delivered roll to roll equipment for high-end flexible material and process. Visit KYO website at: http://www.kyopt.com
Kingyoup Unveils High Throughput Semiconductor Wafer Bonding & Debonding Tool at ECTC 2014
NEW TAIPEI CITY, June 13, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- KingyoupOptronics Co., Ltd. ("Kingyoup") during the IEEE Electronics Components and Technology Conference (ECTC) held at Orlando, Florida USA, in May 2014 show-cased their temporary bonding and debonding equipment developed in collaboration with IBM (NYSE:IBM). This equipment is specially designed to meet the microelectronics miniaturization needs of today's smart, mobile, consumer electronics devices. Specifically, it enables 3D Integrated Circuits, 2.5D Packaging Integration and System applications.
The temporary bonding and debonding equipment uses a hybrid laser debonding solution with an industry-leading throughput of over 60 to 100 wafers per hour. It also supports wafer thinning to less than a human hair thickness (<< 50 um ) for either 200mm or 300mm wafers. A video demonstration of the debonding equipment releasing wafers was shown at the ECTC exhibit booth.
Working together with IBM, Kingyoup has developed a solution that demonstrates lower power consumption and much faster wafer cleaning, leading to high yield and high throughput, and concludes with lower cost of ownership.
Technical presentations by IBM researchers discussed the benefits of this patented laser debonding technology. The technology can be applied to semiconductor wafer processing and packaging technologies in either wafer level or panel size formats.
About Kingyoup Optronics
Kingyoup Optronics(KYO), founded and invested by Kingyoup Enterprises in 2013, is an expert in design and manufacturing of in-line sputter equipment, roll to roll sputter equipment and 3D IC wafer bonder and debonder.
Facing rapid growth of end products requiring high performance and miniaturization design, 2.5D, 3D and fan out IC packaging solutions have become one of the key technologies in semiconductor industries. With IBM technology licensing, Kingyoup is now designing mass production wafer bonding and laser debonding equipment. Beta tool is available for live demo. Furthermore, temporary bonding and de-bonding also could be applied in the process of light weight and wearable device in the future.
KYO has rich experiences in touch panel sputtering and FPD industry. We provide total solution for ITO, SiO2, Metal, Nb2Ox coating...etc., and we record outstanding sales performance of 3.5G to 7.5G in-line sputter equipment. KYO is one of the few suppliers in Taiwan and China who is capable of coating of multi-layer film. KYO also has delivered roll to roll equipment for high-end flexible material and process. Visit KYO website at: http://www.kyopt.com
Media Contact
Baker Tu
Financial Director of KYO
+886-2-2999-1355 ext:141
baker.tu@kingyoup.com
AT&T Among First To Bring Samsung Galaxy Tab® S With 4G LTE To The U.S.
DALLAS, June 12, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- AT&T(1) today announced that it will be among the first U.S. carriers to bring the Samsung Galaxy Tab(®) S with access to 4G LTE to its industry-leading portfolio of Samsung devices.
"We are excited to bring the Samsung Galaxy Tab S to the nation's most reliable 4G LTE network(2)," said Jeff Bradley, senior vice president - Devices, AT&T. "AT&T offers the largest selection of Samsung devices and the Galaxy Tab S with access to 4G LTE will bring innovative new features and capabilities to Android device users and we are proud that AT&T will be among the first to offer this to consumers."
(1)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.
(2)Reliability claim based on 3rd party data regarding nationwide carriers' 4G LTE. LTE is a trademark of ETSI. 4G LTE not available everywhere.
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.