WebVisible Incorporates .tel Into Small Business Advertising Package for Mobile Optimization and Discoverability
LONDON, December 9, 2010/PRNewswire/ -- Telnic Limited (http://telnic.tel), the Registry Operator for
the award-winning communications-focused .tel top level domain (TLD), today
announced that WebVisible (http://webvisible.com), the leading provider of
local online marketing software and services, will now provide .tel domains
for all of its small business customers.
WebVisible's small business customers will now also be
provided with a .tel domain, providing a mobile-optimized presence for
customers searching for local content on both basic mobile and smart phone
devices, as well as additional search engine optimization support for the
customer's online discoverability through the .tel domain's unique use as a
single point of contact.
"With increasing competition for eyeballs online and the need
for small businesses to be in as many places as possible in order to be
discovered, we believe that .tel will be a significant enhancement for our
clients when it comes to the multiple ways in which consumers are accessing
local information," said Doug LaBahn, executive vice president of product
development at WebVisible. "The functionality and ease of use of .tel makes
it an incredibly useful and low-cost central point of contact."
Ian Bowen-Morris, chief marketing officer at Telnic Limited,
said: "We're delighted that WebVisible has seen the benefits that .tel
domains can bring to small businesses seeking to maximize their brand
awareness and discoverability online. A .tel is extremely simple to set-up
and provides instant accessibility across all types of browsers and
internet-connected devices. Incorporating .tel into an online visibility and
marketing offering such as WebVisible's award-winning solution provides its
customers with the knowledge that every base has been covered when it comes
to managing their online presence."
WebVisible has been the leading provider of local online
marketing software and services since 2001. WebVisible was among the first to
pioneer the use of search as a reliable, measurable avenue to connect
directly with a buyer's needs, providing solutions through some of the
world's largest Interactive Yellow Page companies, directories and other
media vendors. The company has served over 100,000 customers from 4,000
industries in 14 countries. The company also delivers solutions directly to
small businesses throughout the United States. WebVisible is based in Irvine,
California, with offices in Los Angeles, Charlotte and Mumbai.
World's Largest Games on Demand Service Now Includes Bejeweled 3, Wedding Dash 4-Ever, House M.D. and other New Casual Games
Exent's GameTanium on Demand Service Continues to Deliver the Hottest Titles in Casual Gaming
NEW YORK, Dec. 9, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading the next wave in digital entertainment with the newest, most popular titles in PC gaming, Exent today announced that it has added nearly 50 new gaming titles to its GameTanium(TM)OnDemand game catalog. The new additions include one of the most anticipated casual gaming titles this year, Bejeweled® 3, the newest installment in PopCap's leading "match 3" game series. Other new premium titles added to Exent's game catalog include Jewel Quest: The Sleepless Star, Wedding Dash® 4-Ever, Alamandi, and House M.D.
"We are thrilled to launch Jewel Quest: The Sleepless Star with Exent. Exent provides one of our most valuable channels for reaching the audiences who demand our games," said Brandon Ross, director developer relations and licensing for iWin.
Exent's GameTanium OnDemand service combines the world's largest PC games catalog and cutting-edge technology platform, enabling broadband service providers to expand their entertainment services instantly with a robust and feature-rich games on demand offering. The service provides a superior game play experience and access to the hottest, most diverse PC gaming catalog on the market, including more than 1900 games across 70 publishers. GameTanium OnDemand offers access to virtually limitless games for all levels of gamers - from first-time players to veteran or core game players including a multitude of genres like action/adventure, arcade, puzzle and card/board games.
"Our game publisher partners have large catalogs of super fun games that have always focused on the user's entertainment and gaming experience and the launch of these new gaming titles is no different," said Christina Kuzma, CMO of Exent. "We are proud to continue to be chosen as a preferred channel for the industry's leading titles and to be able to offer our broadband service provider partners and their customers' first access to the world's most popular and entertaining games."
About Exent
Exent is the leading global market solutions provider for broadband-based monetization of PC and video games. Exent delivers technologies and products for various markets, including video game publishers, broadband service providers, consumer portals, consumer electronic manufacturers, media companies, ad agencies, brand owners, retailers and others.
Media Contact:
Lynda Curtis
781-559-0423
Exent@rfbinder.com
Matrox Introduces New Mac-Friendly DualHead2Go DP and TripleHead2Go DP Multi-Monitor Adapters
MONTREAL, December 9, 2010/PRNewswire/ --
- New DisplayPort SKUs provide improved out-of-the-box plug and play
experience plus expanded resolution support for Mac notebooks and desktops
Matrox Graphics Inc. today announced connectivity improvements to the
Matrox DualHead2Go DP Edition and TripleHead2Go DP Edition Graphics eXpansion
Modules (GXMs) benefitting Apple(R) Mac notebook and desktop users. The
DualHead2Go DP and TripleHead2Go DP products now come packaged with a Mini-
DisplayPort to DisplayPort cable that allows Mac users to connect these
external multi-monitor modules directly to the mini-DisplayPort output of
their systems to swiftly drive multiple monitors or projectors. Mac
professionals and enthusiasts now benefit from the convenience of a true plug
and play platform while experiencing the productivity-enhancements gained
across an advanced dual- or triple-monitor workspace. In addition, an
upcoming firmware release will enable the support of a dual 1600x900
resolution on DVI monitors, further expanding the list of supported
resolutions for greater flexibility when choosing displays.
"A growing number of Mac users are choosing the Matrox DualHead2Go and
TripleHead2Go as their multi-display technology of choice, and we've
responded by delivering our most Mac-friendly solutions to date," states
Caroline Injoyan, Business Development Manager, Matrox Graphics, Inc. "By
including the Mini-DisplayPort to DisplayPort cable in the newest GXM
versions, we're providing the ultimate out-of-box experience so the only
thing users need to worry about is how best to enjoy their expansive onscreen
desktop space."
The Matrox DualHead2Go and TripleHead2Go GXMs work in conjunction with
your system's existing GPU to provide high-quality, uncompressed graphics and
video across maximum resolutions of dual 1920x1200 and triple 1360x768 under
Mac. With the additional desktop display area, MacBook, MacBook Air, MacBook
Pro, iMac, Mac Mini, and Mac Pro users can comfortably run different
applications on each monitor or view one application across multiple
displays, eliminating the tedious and time-consuming tasks of re-sizing,
re-arranging, and re-organising multiple windows. Notebook users can further
enhance their productive workflow by using their laptop's LCD as a third or
fourth monitor to achieve an unprecedented level of computing efficiency.
GXMs are also compatible with Microsoft(R) Windows(R) operating systems.
Pricing and Availability
The Matrox DualHead2Go DP Edition (Part #: D2G-DP-MIF) and TripleHead2Go
DP Edition (Part #: T2G-DP-MIF) for Mac are now available at a MSRP of US
$239 and US $329 respectively, and can be purchased from authorised Matrox
resellers worldwide or, in North America and Europe, directly from
Shopmatrox.com.
For more information, visit http://www.matrox.com/gxm_mac web page or
contact Matrox Graphics directly at graphics@matrox.com.
About Matrox Graphics Inc.
Matrox Graphics is a leading manufacturer of graphics solutions for
professional markets. In-house design expertise, top-to-bottom manufacturing,
and dedicated customer support make our solutions the premier choice in
industries that require stable, high-reliability products. Founded in 1976,
Matrox is a privately held company headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with
representation and offices in the Americas, Europe, and Asia.
dzdock "ONE" patent pending universal aluminum stand with unique wire management, designed for optimum video conferencing
BETHLEHEM, Pa., Dec. 9, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- The inability of many iPad docks and iPhone docks to accommodate the devices with a case led this 11 year old to invent an iPad stand. He also noticed that although many devices were designed in the USA, few were made in the USA.
His goal was to develop a stand that could:
-- place/remove a device without disconnecting its cable
-- hold a device with/without a skin in both portrait and landscape modes
-- have viewing angles that were optimized for video conferencing
-- have it made in the USA
-- accommodate iPad, Kindle, nook, tablets, iPhone and other smartphones
"One for all and all for One" became their motto.
The inventing bug hit 11-year-old Dino Zaharakis while playing lacrosse in Saucon Valley. He painted some stripes on his helmet so he would stand out among his teammates and his mom could find him. A month later he wanted his lacrosse stick to be unique too. He dyed the head of his stick, a concept his friends loved. To capitalize on that idea, Dino came up with a business plan, which included order forms, a web site and a $5-per color price.
Born in New York City and growing up in the rust-belt city of Bethlehem, PA, Dino knows the importance of hard work, locally-made products and American pride. Bethlehem Steel Corp was once a gem of American industry, having been so powerful that during World War II, its laborers churned out a Navy battleship in a single day. But the plant has been long-shuttered, and a casino now stands where its mighty blast furnaces once roared.
Dino's entrepreneurial spirit blossomed again when his parents reviewed summer camps on the family's iPad. His father had rigged an impromptu iPad stand, but Dino found several design flaws and suggested he could do better. His dad challenged him:
If he could design an iPad dock and web site he could get a phone.
Dino's mind went into high gear. He set to work manipulating pieces of aluminum stock from McMaster-Carr, using a Home Depot miter saw and a vise. He made several prototypes. The favorites were dubbed Curly 3 Stooges, Alpha Slick and Big Z.
Finally, "ONE" was created by including the best features/abilities of each prototype.
With the initial design concept set, Dino's dad took him to Northampton Community College's Fab Lab where they created 3D solid models using Solidworks and later created prototypes using a Dimension 3D printer. A parent on Dino's lacrosse team helped them get dzdock One patent pending.
They approached a local company, Hill Metal Co. in Allentown, PA where their expertise and equipment allowed them to produce real prototypes. Dino's lacrosse coach and owner of Bracalente Manufacturing suggested giving dzdocks an anodized finish.
Next they worked on the web site, packaging, bar codes, listing dzdock on Amazon.com and creating a new corporation named ZLabs, Inc.
In keeping local they chose Pennsylvania based companies, including Electro Space Fabricators for production manufacturing, and IMP for anodizing dzdock.
dzdock One fulfills Dino's vision of a locally manufactured product using locally-sourced materials. Yes, we still can do it.
dzdock One is available for $29.99 in black, white, silver, red, pink, lime and blue at http://www.dzdock.com and Amazon.com. Use the promotional code of "DZPRNEWS" at http://www.buy.dzdock.com until Christmas and you can buy a dzdock for $19.99.
DALLAS, Dec. 9, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Wrap up your holiday shopping with a digital photo frame connected to the nation's fastest mobile broadband network. AT&T* and Pandigital today announced the availability of the Pandigital Photo Mail 8" Digital Photo Frame on the AT&T web site.
This holiday season it's easy to enjoy and share photos with friends and family. The wirelessly-connected digital photo frame displays photos emailed directly to its dedicated email address. Customers can share that address with family and friends to allow them to send photos directly to the frame from their own email account - whether it's from a computer, smartphone or any other email-enabled device. The frame connects to email through AT&T's wireless network, so emailed photos are transmitted rapidly and reliably.
Beginning today, the Pandigital 8" Photo Frame will be available on the AT&T Web Site for $119.99. The price of the frame includes the ability to receive 60 photos at no additional cost. Additional photo allotments may be purchased directly from Pandigital: 100 for $9.99, 400 for $29.99 and 700 for $49.99.
"No matter who you are shopping for this holiday season, the Pandigital Photo Frame is the perfect gift for loved ones on your list," said David Haight, vice president, business development for emerging devices, AT&T Mobility. "As we approach this exciting time of year, your family and friends won't miss any of the action with this convenient and reliable way to view and share photos."
Customers are alerted by the frame when new photos are emailed to its dedicated email address by friends and family so that they may quickly accept the photos in a single step to then begin enjoying them. Because the frames can receive photos from a smart phone or other email-enabled device, photos can be sent from virtually anywhere, even on-the-go. "We are very pleased that AT&T will be offering the Pandigital Photo Mail frame to its customers on http://www.att.com," said Dean Finnegan, CEO and founder, Pandigital. "The Photo Mail frame is an excellent example of how wireless connectivity paired with unique products can enhance the way consumers connect with family and friends."
Device Specifications
In addition to having the capability to receive photos via email, the Pandigital Photo Mail Digital Photo Frame can also be loaded with photos via its 6-in-1 media card reader (Compact Flash, SC, XD, MS, MSPro and MMC) or via a direct connection to a computer or digital camera. The frame can also be connected to a Wi-Fi network via an add-on wireless adapter (sold separately).
The Pandigital Photo Mail Digital Photo Frame has an 8-inch back-lit LED display that displays photos in vibrant color and a picture-enhancing 800x600 resolution. The 4:3 aspect ratio preserves the original format of the photos, ensuring that they are not stretched or cropped. Plus, with a full 1GB of internal memory and Pandigital's memory optimization mode, consumers can enjoy up to 6400 images on the display. Also, images can be rotated and resized, and brightness and color settings can be changed. The Pandigital Photo Mail Digital Photo Frame also can play back AVI video clips and MP3 music files.
Maintaining the upscale style of the Pandigital line, the new Pandigital Photo Mail Digital Photo Frame features a traditional look with a real wood frame, photo matting and a glass screen cover, so it looks great in the home or office.
(1) The 60 photos included as part of the $119.99 pricing expire after two months.
For more information and detailed disclaimer information, please review this announcement in the AT&T newsroom at http://www.att.com/newsroom.
*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.
About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) is a premier communications holding company. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's fastest 3G network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet and voice services. A leader in mobile broadband, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verse(SM) and AT&T |DIRECTV(SM) brands. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world. In domestic markets, AT&T Advertising Solutions and AT&T Interactive are known for their leadership in local search and advertising. In 2010, AT&T again ranked among the 50 Most Admired Companies by FORTUNE® magazine.
Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com. This AT&T news release and other announcements are available at http://www.att.com/newsroom and as part of an RSS feed at http://www.att.com/rss. Or follow our news on Twitter at @ATTNews. Find us on Facebook at http://www.Facebook.com/ATT to discover more about our consumer and wireless services or at http://www.Facebook.com/ATTSmallBiz to discover more about our small business services.
About Pandigital
Privately held, Pandigital® develops and markets digital entertainment products. The company recognizes the growing digital lifestyle market as well as the convergence of digital media such as published content, photos, video, and audio, and is delivering high quality products to allow customers to enjoy and share that content by combining innovative technology with contemporary styling and simplified user interfaces. Pandigital sells its Pandigital Novel® eReaders, Pandigital® and PanTouch® digital photo frames and PhotoLink® scanners through more than 33,000 well-known national retail storefronts in the United States, Canada, Europe, South America and Central America. Pandigital is headquartered in Dublin, Calif. For more information, please visit http://www.pandigital.net.
AT&T Announces 'Simplify Your Life' Contest Winners; Video Campaign Helps Raise Awareness of Online Services
Grand Prize Winner Receives $20,000; Runners-up Split $10,000 in Cash Prizes
DALLAS, Dec. 9, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- AT&T* today announced the winners from the "Simplify Your Life" video contest. The self service campaign solicited videos showing how AT&T's Online Services make life easier through Paperless Billing, AutoPay, Account Management and Online Support.
Video prizes were awarded in two categories - the AT&T Award and the Voters Award. The AT&T Award category winners were selected by a panel of AT&T employees and included the top prize of $20,000, which has been awarded to Joshua Merrill and Andrew Dale of Oklahoma, for their video entitled "Dave and AT&T." The winning video emphasizes - in a quirky and believable way - the ease and convenience of AT&T online services, which are accessible from home or on the go. It also illustrates how taking advantage of these services provides customers more free time to do the things they enjoy most.
In addition to the grand prize winner, the panel also selected the following individuals as runners-up:
-- Christian Amundson, New York for "Simplify"
-- Brent Morgan, Athens, AL for "Brent Morgan - Simplify Your Life"
-- Michael Savisky, Pittsburgh, PA for "Visitors 1"
-- Sean Cunningham, Astoria, NY for "Trying to Quit"
-- Travis Dent, Bossier, LA for "Old School Dad"
-- Armen Adamian, East Providence, Rhode Island for "Get Your Head
Straight"
-- Leanna Mullen, Wilmington, DE for "Our Lives Made A Little More Simple"
-- Jared Hundley, Vancouver, WA for "Robots"
-- Anonymous, Houston, TX for "Mulcher Rethinks Possible"
-- Georgy Kao, Santa Monica, CA for "Now I Have Time To"
"With hundreds of fantastic entries to choose from, this was no easy decision. We were truly blown away by the creativity and thought put behind each video submission," said Phil Bienert, vice president, ATT.com. "We are committed to providing our customers with the tools they need to simplify their lives and these videos uniquely showcase the many ways in which people are benefiting from our online services."
The AT&T judging panel wasn't the only vote that counted to secure a prize. AT&T also established the Community Award category, in which winners were also identified based on votes received from the "Simplify Your Life" online community. Engagement and interest in the contest was impressive, generating participation from across the country. And - more than a quarter of the contest site traffic from visitors sharing the contest or videos - plus tens of thousands of Facebook "likes" and over one thousand comments posted.
AT&T's "Simplify Your Life" Video Contest was powered by Zooppa, the world's leading source in user-generated advertising, from Sept. 20 - Dec. 8, 2010. For more information on the contest and access to the winning videos, please visit AT&T's Simplify Your Life website.
For more information on AT&T, please visit AT&T online.
*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.
About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) is a premier communications holding company. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet and voice services. A leader in mobile broadband, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verse® and AT&T | DIRECTV brands. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world. In domestic markets, AT&T Advertising Solutions and AT&T Interactive are known for their leadership in local search and advertising. In 2010, AT&T again ranked among the 50 Most Admired Companies by FORTUNE®magazine.
Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at the AT&T Web Site. This AT&T news release and other announcements are available at AT&T Newsroom, and as part of an RSS feed at AT&T RSS Feed. Or follow our news on Twitter @ATT. Find us on Facebook at the AT&T Facebook to discover more about our consumer and wireless services or at AT&T Small Business Facebook to discover more about our small business services.
AT&T Connects Families With Santa via Text Message and U-verse TV
Parents and Children Can Chat with Text-Savvy Santa Using Their Wireless Devices, Follow Santa Around the Globe with Santa Tracker on U-verse TV
DALLAS, Dec. 9, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Put the postage stamps and pencils away this year, tech-savvy Santa is here (again)! According to sources from the North Pole, AT&T*'s holiday texting campaign and AT&T U-verse® TV Santa Tracker app were such a success for Santa last year that he decided to once again use these digital tools to keep in touch and spread good cheer.
Between now and Dec. 24, AT&T's wireless customers can text "SANTA" to 1224 and receive a season's greeting from Santa Claus himself, asking them to please respond back with their holiday wish-lists. In return, Santa will send another special holiday message. And, in keeping with the spirit of giving, the entire text conversation with Santa is free.
Adding to the season's festivities, U-verse TV families can once again visit the North Pole and follow Santa around the globe on Christmas Eve with the return of Santa Tracker on channel 98. U-verse TV customers can interact with Santa and the North Pole in a number of ways, including:
-- Vote in the "Naughty or Nice" poll
-- Play sing-a-longs and read-a-longs for popular holiday music and stories
-- Listen to holiday songs on "Rudolph Radio"
-- Play holiday games presented by discovery.com/toys
-- Watch real-time reports from the Santa News Network to see if Santa has
left the North Pole and track his sleigh as he travels around the globe
The Santa Tracker app is available at no extra cost to all AT&T U-verse TV customers with an AT&T U-verse High Speed Internet account. View a video demo here.
"Santa is recognized for keeping many traditions - like enjoying milk and cookies - but last year, he quickly saw the benefits of texting and loved the added excitement of sharing a sneak peak of North Pole activity with good little boys and girls," said Susan Bean, chief communications officer for Santa. "When AT&T approached Santa again this year with these easy and fun ways to reach his adoring public, Santa immediately agreed it was a perfect way to connect with today's tech-savvy believers."
If you think you have made the "Nice" list and want access to great gift ideas and hot deals for family, friends and maybe one or two for yourself, visit AT&T's Holiday Gifts. Need to find the nearest AT&T Store or somewhere nearby to indulge in milk and cookies? Those who don't have the luxury of Rudolph can rely on YP.com(SM) and YP(SM) Apps to navigate their local holiday adventures.
*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and AT&T Inc.
About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) is a premier communications holding company. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet and voice services. A leader in mobile broadband, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verse® and AT&T |DIRECTV brands. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world. In domestic markets, AT&T Advertising Solutions and AT&T Interactive are known for their leadership in local search and advertising. In 2010, AT&T again ranked among the 50 Most Admired Companies by FORTUNE®magazine.
Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at the AT&T Web Site. This AT&T news release and other announcements are available at AT&T Newsroom, and as part of an RSS feed at AT&T RSS Feed. Or follow our news on Twitter @ATT. Find us on Facebook at the AT&T Facebook to discover more about our consumer and wireless services or at AT&T Small Business Facebook to discover more about our small business services.
Geographic and service restrictions apply to AT&T U-verse. Call or go to http://www.att.com/u-verse to see if you qualify. AT&T U-verse services are provided by AT&T local telephone companies. Santa Tracker: AT&T U-verse High Speed Internet account required.
SOURCE AT&T Inc.
AT&T Inc.
CONTACT: Sarah Illingworth of AT&T Inc., +1-404-986-9162, sarah.illingworth@att.com
AAdvantage Mileage Multiplier Product Now Available on AA.com
Members Can Double or Triple Their Miles During Online Check-In for Domestic and International Flights
FORT WORTH, Texas, Dec. 9, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- American Airlines has expanded the AAdvantage® Mileage Multiplier(SM) product, allowing customers checking in for domestic and international flights on AA.com or its mobile site, mobile.aa.com, to purchase additional AAdvantage bonus miles. Introduced in May on Self-Service Check-In machines, Mileage Multiplier provides AAdvantage members the opportunity to purchase double or triple miles on eligible flights - putting them closer to their next award.
"The response to the Mileage Multiplier product has been overwhelmingly positive," said Maya Leibman, President - AAdvantage Program. "Expanding the product to AA.com now gives AAdvantage members checking in online, whether from their PC or their mobile device, the opportunity to easily boost their mileage balance."
Mileage Multiplier is still available to members who wish to purchase miles at American's Self-Service Check-In machines within the United States. For more details on Mileage Multiplier, please visit http://www.aa.com/mileagemultiplier. Customers can also visit http://www.aa.com/enroll to enroll in the AAdvantage program.
About American Airlines
American Airlines, American Eagle and AmericanConnection® serve 250 cities in 40 countries with, on average, more than 3,400 daily flights. The combined network fleet numbers more than 900 aircraft. American's award-winning website, AA.com®, provides users with easy access to check and book fares, plus personalized news, information and travel offers. American Airlines is a founding member of the oneworld® Alliance, which brings together some of the best and biggest names in the airline business, enabling them to offer their customers more services and benefits than any airline can provide on its own. Together, its members serve approximately 750 destinations in nearly 150 countries and territories. American Airlines, Inc. and American Eagle Airlines, Inc. are subsidiaries of AMR Corporation. AmericanAirlines, American Eagle, AmericanConnection, AA.com, We know why you fly and AAdvantage are trademarks of American Airlines, Inc. (NYSE: AMR)
About the AAdvantage® Program
The AAdvantage program was the first frequent flyer program. Established in 1981, the program now has more than 62 million members. Members can earn miles at more than 1,000 participating companies, which include more than 30 hotel chains representing more than 60 brands, more than 20 airlines, eight car-rental companies, 10 financial companies, and over 350 brand name retailers. In addition, members can earn miles when making purchases with one of more than 100 affinity card products in over 40 countries. In 2009, AAdvantage members redeemed more than 150 billion miles to claim more than 6.9 million awards for flights, upgrades and car rentals. For more information and a listing of AAdvantage program participating companies, visit http://www.aa.com/aadvantage
AmericanAirlines® We know why you fly®
Current AMR Corp. releases can be accessed on the Internet.
Notify Technology Announces New Version of NotifySync(TM) For BlackBerry (TM)
SAN JOSE, Calif., Dec. 9, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Notify Technology Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: NTFY), today announced the availability of NotifySync(TM) 4.8 for BlackBerry(TM) which supports Microsoft's Version 2.5, 12.0 and 12.1 Exchange ActiveSync protocol technology as well as many new features. The NotifySync product is targeted at providing BlackBerry users a simple direct connect solution that provides wireless direct push email, calendar, contacts and task synchronization to those email platforms who offer the ActiveSync technology as their primary mobility interface. The NotifySync for BlackBerry solution is a downloadable client application which provides BlackBerry users with a new email box while interfacing to the native BlackBerry calendar, address book and task applications. NotifySync is simple to provision as it requires the same information as any ActiveSync mobile device requires today. The NotifySync for BlackBerry solution directly communicates with the email platform's ActiveSync interface and supports all commercial cellular data networks as well as all 802.11x Wi-Fi networks. The new version of NotifySync will support all new BlackBerry's using the latest RIM 6.0 operating system including the new BlackBerry Torch(TM).
"We are excited to publicly announce our latest version of our NotifySync for BlackBerry. Our current customers will appreciate all of the added functionality whereas new customers will be impressed with the simplicity and robustness of the total overall solution," said Paul DePond, President and Founder of Notify Technology. "NotifySync provides a low cost solution to users who prefer a BlackBerry wireless device in an ActiveSync environment."
NotifySync For BlackBerry
The NotifySync for BlackBerry solution is ideal for organizations or businesses that require ActiveSync for their mobility solution such as the Microsoft Exchange Server 2003, 2007, 2010, BPOS, LIVE@EDU, Hotmail, Novell GroupWise (DataSync Mobility Connector), the Kerio Connect, the Zimbra Collaboration Suite, the CommuniGate Pro Server, the Axigen Mail Server, Zarafa, Google Premier Apps, iPswitch, IceWarp, Bynari, SmarterMail, and Open-Xchange. NotifySync for BlackBerry provides full wireless push email and PIM synchronization, support for global address lookup, and many other features that can be found in the NotifySync End User Guide. In addition, the NotifySync product supports SSL connectivity and a number of security options for password and device control.
Availability and More Information
The NotifySync 4.8.2 version is available. For more information about the NotifySync for BlackBerry please contact Notify directly at (408) 777-7930 or send an email to sales@notifycorp.com or visit our website to purchase NotifySync at http://www.notifycorp.com.
About Notify Technology Corporation
Founded in 1994, Notify Technology Corporation, (OTC BB: NTFY) is an independent software vendor (ISV) specializing in wireless solutions and services. Notify's wireless solutions and services provide secure synchronized email and PIM access and management to any size organization or business on a variety of wireless 2-way devices and networks. Notify sells its wireless products directly and through authorized partners internationally. The Company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
Media Contacts:
Edward Toro
Notify Technology Corporation
Tel: 408-777-7929
etoro@notifycorp.com
SOURCE Notify Technology Corporation
Notify Technology Corporation
CONTACT: Edward Toro of Notify Technology Corporation, +1-408-777-7929, etoro@notifycorp.com
University of St.Gallen Cooperates With PricewaterhouseCoopers AG and Tagetik
LUCCA, Italy, VIENNA, Italy, ZURICH and MUNICH, December 9, 2010/PRNewswire/ --
- Cooperation Between University, PwC and Software Vendor for Performance
Management and Business Intelligence
Tagetik, a global provider of enterprise software solutions for
Performance Management, Governance, Risk & Compliance and Business
Intelligence which is represented in the German-speaking countries by pmOne
AG (http://www.tagetik.de), today announced the launch of its collaborative
project with PwC Switzerland (http://www.pwc.ch) and theUniversity of St.
Gallen (http://www.unisg.ch/).
The joint project will provide students attending the Masters course
'Consolidated Accounting' - offered by the Institute of Accounting,
Controlling and Auditing of the University of St.Gallen -an outstanding
experience to handle the basics on financial consolidationas well as to apply
the International Reporting and Accounting Standards (IFRS) to actual cases.
The university has decided to add Tagetik 3.0's complete software
solution for Corporate Performance Management (CPM) asa computer-based
self-study program to its current course and PwC will support the higher
education institution in preparing the case studies and building up the
consolidation capabilitieswithin the Tagetik'sapplication. As a result,
students will be able to solve consolidation transaction issues using the
software Tagetik 3.0 startingfromSpring 2011, thus making the course that
much more closer to real life business scenarios.
"For over a hundred years the university of St.Gallenhas provided
students with an optimal mix of research and practical experience," explained
Chair Prof. Dr. Thomas Berndt, Department of Accounting, Controlling and
Auditing (ACA). "For this reason, we have decided to venture in a joint
project with Tagetikand PwC to expand our expertise in Performance Management
and Business Intelligence and allow maximum performance in teaching and
research throughout our Institute of Accounting, Controlling and Auditing".
"As the major provider of assurance and advisory services, it is in our
interest to have graduates of the University of St.Gallenwho acquire
excellent training that is as close to reality as possible," said Roger
Kunz-Brenner, Partner PwC, Leader of the Business Reporting. "Including
realistic consolidation accounting cases in the University of St.Gallen
Masters courseusing Tagetik 3.0 state-of-the-art tool is an important step
for the university in this direction."
"We are honored to be a part of such an ambitious and empowering project
with industry experts, PwC and the University of St.Gallen," commented Manuel
Vellutini Chief Operating Officer at Tagetik. "I believe it is essential for
future managers,to confront the difficulties and complexities that exist in
real business scenarios throughout their studies. The opportunity to have
hands-on experience using a software that is designed to manage and control
the corporate performance of daily business activities is a great advantage
for students, making them aware of how important it is to have an accurate
and flexible system for data measurement and analysis. This partnership
allows to pass on a great 'culture' of financial processes as it meshes
highly complex topics drawn from academia, research, training and practice."
About Tagetik
Tagetik delivers a unified software solution for Performance Management,
Enterprise Governance, Risk & Compliance, and Disclosure Management with
specialized Business Intelligence tools to optimize Collaboration and
Communication.
Tagetik 3.0 creates value by simplifying complex business processes for
CFOs and CIOs: budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, statutory and
management consolidation, cost allocation, profitability analysis, financial
close and fast closing, dashboard, scorecarding, collaborative disclosure
management and compliance/industry requirements. Tagetik 3.0 is the solution
to translate strategy into operations, manage and control overall performance
down to business transactions, and improve decision-making across the whole
organization while achieving faster ROI and lower total cost of ownership
(TCO). Tagetik's vision to extend Performance Management and Business
Intelligenceto collaborative decision-making inspired us to develop Tagetik
3.0 Enabled by Microsoft SharePoint, moving CPM from Corporate to
Collaborative Performance Management.
Tagetik operates in 18 countries leveraging a close partnership with
Microsoft. Its market experts are totally committed to the success of 400
customers worldwide, including some of the largest Fortune 1000 companies
representing all industry sectors, as well as to build strong relationships
with system integrators, technology leaders and local consulting specialists.
PwC Switzerland (http://www.pwc.ch) provides industry-focused assurance,
tax, legal and advisory services to build public trust and enhance value for
its clients and their stakeholders. More than 161,000 people in 154 countries
across the global network of PwC firms share their thinking, experience and
solutions to develop fresh perspectives and practical advice.
"PwC" is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers
International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these
firms form the PwC network. Each firm in the network is a separate legal
entity and does not act as agent of PwCIL or any other member firm. PwCIL
does not provide any services to clients. PwCIL is not responsible or liable
for the acts or omissions of any of its member firms nor can it control the
exercise of their professional judgment or bind them in any way.
Background information on pmOne AG
pmOne AG Munich and Vienna is one of the fastest growing companies in the
market for business intelligence and performance management (CPM). It began
life at the beginning of 2007 with a long-standing team of BI experts; pmOne
AG currently markets and implements company management solutions all over
Central Europe. In German-speaking Europe, the company currently employs more
than 100 employees at 6 locations all of whom are specialised in solutions
for data warehousing as a technical base and in financial applications used
for corporate planning, reporting and consolidating on the basis of Microsoft
technologies. The company is currently fully held by its Management and its
employees.
CashEdge Launches Innovative Gift Options for Popmoney® P2P Payments Service
New Features Enable Popmoney® Users to Send Prepaid Gift Cards From Leading Retailers Directly from Online Banking
NEW YORK, Dec. 9, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- CashEdge Inc. (http://www.cashedge.com), the leading provider of Intelligent Money Movement® services, announced today it has expanded the capabilities of its Popmoney® P2P payments service to provide users with various options for sending gifts of cash or prepaid gift cards through the Popmoney service.
Popmoney's gift card service, the first of its kind in the industry, enables bank customers to send retailer gift cards from their bank accounts. Customers can send gift cards to a recipient by email, mobile number or mailing address. Banks offering Popmoney can provide the option to their customers through a simple upgrade of the service. The service is available in various configurations.
CashEdge has partnered with industry leader Blackhawk Network, a leading provider of prepaid gift cards for consumers and businesses, to launch the service. Gift cards from top U.S. retailers are available.
"Our mission aligns perfectly with CashEdge's mission for Popmoney gift cards - to simplify gift giving for consumers, and provide an easy, convenient way to send gifts through their online banking," said Talbott Roche, president, Blackhawk Network. "We are thrilled to partner with a leading innovator in online money movement to launch Popmoney gift cards in time for the holiday season. We are confident that Popmoney customers will love the added convenience of buying gifts for their friends and family through their Popmoney account."
CashEdge also today announced the launch of customizable email templates for Popmoney. The Popmoney gift email templates allow Popmoney users to make online payments more personal by embedding holiday messaging and other occasion-themed designs into payment notification emails.
Popmoney gift email templates are a seamless add-on to the existing Popmoney service, and are available at no additional cost to financial institutions offering Popmoney. By allowing senders to customize their Popmoney gift, these email templates will improve the individual user experience and in turn, drive further adoption for the bank. The templates are currently available in 15 different themes, including winter holidays, birthday, wedding, back to school, thank you, congratulations and others.
"At CashEdge, we're constantly innovating and responding to emerging trends, and we've started to see a need for a more personalized P2P experience. Early on, we saw that a significant number of Popmoney payments currently were being sent as gifts," said Catherine Palmieri, Global Head of Product and Marketing at CashEdge. "By providing these new gift options, we're able to provide new transaction-based revenue opportunities to our clients and also give Popmoney users fun and customizable options that will enhance the gift-giving experience for both the sender and the recipient."
Popmoney is the first email and mobile P2P payments service to allow online and mobile banking customers to send money simply using a recipient's email, mobile number or bank account information. More than 170 banks are live with the service, including three of the top ten US Banks. Popmoney provides support for text messaging, WAP and downloadable mobile applications.
Popmoney leverages the proven reliability, security and strength of CashEdge's money movement platform, which in 2009 processed more than $50 billion in funds transfers for bank customers. For current CashEdge clients, Popmoney is a simple software upgrade of their existing TransferNow® service.
To learn more about CashEdge's Intelligent Money Movement Services, visit http://www.cashedge.com.
About Blackhawk Network
Blackhawk Network, a subsidiary of Safeway Inc., is a leading provider of prepaid and financial payments products for consumers and businesses. The company's Gift Card Mall(TM) offers the industry's most popular prepaid gift card and telecom products. Gift Card Mall reaches more than 165 million people each week through an exclusive network of leading grocery, big box, convenience, drug, and specialty stores and is available through Internet retailers including GiftCardMall.com. Blackhawk Network's business solutions include reward and incentive programs that offer choice and flexibility through a wide array of card brands, custom designed Visa® prepaid cards and fulfillment options.
Headquartered in Pleasanton, California, Blackhawk Network Inc. has offices in the United States, Australia, Canada, France, Mexico and the United Kingdom. For more information about Blackhawk Network visit http://www.blackhawknetwork.com and http://www.giftcardmall.com.
CashEdge is a leading provider of Intelligent Money Movement(TM) solutions for financial institutions, including mobile and email person-to-person (P2P) payments, account transfers, account opening and funding, small business applications and financial account aggregation. The Company's clients include over 650 leading financial institutions, including eight of the ten largest banks in the United States. CashEdge's newest offering, Popmoney(TM), is a bank-enabled email and mobile money movement service that is live at leading banks in the U.S.
CashEdge's industry-leading products include Popmoney® for email and mobile payments; Popmoney for Small Business, OpenNow®/FundNow® for new account opening and funding; TransferNow® for consumers, which includes Me-to-Me and Third Party Transfers; and Small Business Suite, which includes Invoicing, Me-to-Me Transfers, Employee Payments and Vendor Payments. All CashEdge products are supported by industry-leading risk management capabilities that leverage proprietary technology to help financial institutions mitigate risk and decrease fraud exposure.
The Company is headquartered in New York with offices in Silicon Valley and India. For more information, visit http://www.cashedge.com.
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CashEdge, Inc.
CONTACT: Jennifer Moritz, Zer0 to 5ive, +1-917-748-4006, jmoritz@0to5.com
Media Advisory - Icron Showcasing the Future of Connectivity at CES 2011: Unveiling New Video and USB Technology
Icron demonstrating how video and USB technologies are extending PCs
beyond the desktop
BURNABY, BC, Dec. 9 /PRNewswire/ - Icron Technologies (TSX Venture: IT), providers of VU-Link(TM) high performance video and USB
extension solutions, announced today that it will demonstrate three new
video and USB extender solutions at CES 2011 (Consumer Electronics Show).
Icron will be showcasing and demonstrating the following new products
and technologies:
1. 20-meter USB 3.0 Active copper cable (extends USB 3.0 beyond 3 meter
specification). Supports USB 3.0, USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 peripherals.
2. USB over DisplayPort technology (delivers DisplayPort video and USB 2.0
capability over a standard DisplayPort cable).
3. New KVM product featuring uncompressed 1080p video and USB 2.0
functionality, enabling PC video and USB capability at remote locations
up to 100 meters away from source computer.
CES 2011 Booth Location
Icron Booth at CES 2011: South Hall 1 Lower Level -# 20560
Press Conference InformationIcron Press Conference at CES 2011 "Future of Connectivity: Unveiling New Video and USB Technology" is scheduled for January 7, 2011, 9:30 - 10:30 am, room LVCC, S221.
RSVP to susan.kirk@icron.com.
For media inquiries:Susan Kirk, susan.kirk@icron.com, +1 604 315 9959.
For sales inquires:sales@icron.comFor investor inquires:ir@icron.com
About CES 2011
The 2011 International CES will feature 2,500 global technology
companies unveiling the latest consumer technology products and
services across 15 major product categories including the latest in
audio, automotive electronics, connected home technologies, digital
imaging, electronic gaming, entertainment/content and more. Visit http://www.cesweb.org for more information.
About Icron Technologies Corp.
Icron Technologies (TSX-V:IT) is an innovative leader in the development
and manufacturing of high performance video and USB extension solutions
for commercial and industrial markets worldwide. Icron's patented
VU-Link(TM) technology extends PC Video and USB devices over many media types
including Cat 5, Fiber, Wireless, DisplayPort, Coax, Powerline, and
over a corporate LAN. Icron's extension products are deployed in a wide
range of applications such as digital home connectivity, industrial
automation, medical imaging, aerospace, interactive digital signage,
remote desktop extension, security and surveillance, enterprise
computing, isolated USB, and point-of-sale markets, or anywhere where a
PC needs to be remotely located from a display or peripheral device.
Icron is a publicly traded corporation and trades under the symbol "IT"
on the TSX Venture Exchange. For more information on the company and
its products, please visit http://www.icron.com.
Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as
that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange)
accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.
FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS: Except for statements of historical fact,
all statements in this news release including, without limitation,
statements regarding financial estimates and future plans and
objectives of Icron are forward-looking statements that involve various
risks and uncertainties. There can be no assurance that such statements
will prove to be accurate; actual results and future events could
differ materially from those anticipated in such statements.
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Icron Technologies Corporation
CONTACT: <p>Icron's CEC 2011 media kit is online: <a href="http://www.icron.com/ces/ces2011">http://www.icron.com/ces/ces2011</a></p> <p><b>For media inquiries:</b> Susan Kirk, <a href="mailto:susan.kirk@icron.com">susan.kirk@icron.com</a>, +1 604 315 9959.<br/> <b>For sales inquires:</b> <a href="mailto:sales@icron.com">sales@icron.com</a><br/> <b>For investor inquires:</b> <a href="mailto:ir@icron.com">ir@icron.com</a></p>
Jawbone THOUGHTS Combines the Power of Voice with the Efficiency of Text
Jawbone's New iPhone App Lets Users Send Voice Messages Instantly Without Calling
SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 9, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Jawbone, the leader in personal mobile technology, today unveiled Jawbone THOUGHTS, an iPhone application that allows users to easily send quick voice messages to individuals and groups, without typing or calling. The application combines the speed of texting, the group collaboration of email, and the emotional quality of voice all in one. Available as a free download in the Apple App store, THOUGHTS is the latest innovation from Jawbone.
"We live in a world that is 100% mobile, 100% connected and unfortunately 150% distracted. Reading and typing doesn't work when you need your hands and eyes to navigate the physical world. While there has been a tremendous amount of innovation in text based messaging, all of it lacks the richness of voice," explains Travis Bogard, Vice President of Product Management and Strategy at Jawbone. "THOUGHTS is our solution to these realities by integrating all the things we love from text-based communications with the power of voice. We think it's a really powerful way to share ideas quickly."
With Jawbone THOUGHTS, users can send a "Thought," which is a voice message up to one minute in length, by simply selecting a contact or group, speaking into an iPhone or Jawbone ICON headset, and tapping POST - no more stopping whatever you're doing, no more typing long messages on cramped keyboards. And because Jawbone THOUGHTS sends messages in the user's own voice, there's no need to re-explain or run the risk of a message being misconstrued.
Sometimes messages are better spoken than written. THOUGHTS reintroduces emotion and personality into mobile communication. Users can sing a birthday song, congratulate a colleague, joke around with friends, coordinate a dinner, or share big news with all the people they care about, such as "We're having a baby!" Nothing conveys information more personally and sincerely than the human voice.
Jawbone THOUGHTS is the ultimate collaboration tool that allows a user to send a message to anyone in their phone's address book. Contacts with the THOUGHTS app will receive the message in THOUGHTS and recipients without the application will receive a link to the audio message via text or email. The asynchronous design of the application allows the sender to share a Thought at the time of the idea and the recipient to listen and reply when convenient for them. THOUGHTS' interactive interface allows users to hold multiple discussions at once - automatically organizing conversations as users reply and allowing recipients to quickly and easily see who said what and when. Additionally, for situations when a user may prefer to read a message (in a restaurant or meeting), THOUGHTS can transcribe the audio message instantly into text.
Jawbone THOUGHTS is free to install and available online at the Apple iPhone® App store and at mytalk.jawbone.com. To learn more about Jawbone THOUGHTS, go to Jawbone.com/thoughts.
About Jawbone
For more than a decade, Jawbone has produced personal wireless technologies unparalleled in their innovation, ease-of-use and sophistication of design. The Company is the creator of the award-winning and best-selling premium ICON Bluetooth headset, the inventor of NoiseAssassin® technology, the world's first and only military-grade noise-eliminating technology, and of JAMBOX, the first intelligent wireless speaker and speakerphone. A 2010 IDSA Design of the Decade winner, Jawbone is committed to delivering innovative products that improve the mobile lifestyle through ever-changing software and wearability. Jawbone is privately-held and headquartered in San Francisco.
Four New Cell Sites Activated as Part of Ongoing AT&T Investment In Local Wireless Network
HARRISONBURG, Va., Dec. 9, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of its continuing network investment to support growing demand for mobile devices and services, AT&T* today announced the activation of four new cell sites along Route 340 that will enhance coverage for area residents and businesses between Waynesboro and Elkton.
The new cell sites are also part of AT&T's previously announced plans to drive innovation and extend its mobile network across the state. "Now more than ever before, customers look to wireless communications to stay in touch with family, friends and business colleagues," said Erika K. Thompson, vice president and general manager for AT&T in Virginia and West Virginia. "We're working to make this possible by adding new wireless coverage and offering exciting products to help our customers stay connected with their world."
AT&T's mobile network is based on the Global System for Mobile (GSM) standard, the most open and widely used wireless network platforms in the world. AT&T offers data roaming in 200 countries, as well as voice calling in more than 220 countries.
AT&T also owns and operates the nation's largest Wi-Fi network** with more than 23,000 hotspots in the U.S. and provides access to more than 125,000 hotspots globally through roaming agreements. Most AT&T smartphone customers get access to our entire national Wi-Fi network at no additional cost, and Wi-Fi usage doesn't count against customers' monthly data plans.
For more information about AT&T's coverage in Virginia or anywhere in the United States, consumers can visit an AT&T Coverage Viewer. The online tool can measure the quality of coverage based on a street address, intersection, ZIP code or even a landmark.
For updates on the AT&T wireless network, please visit our AT&T network news page.
*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.
** Largest based on company branded and operated hotspots. Access includes AT&T Wi-Fi Basic. A Wi-Fi enabled device required. Other restrictions apply. See http://www.attwifi.com for details and locations.
About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) is a premier communications holding company. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet and voice services. A leader in mobile broadband, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verse® and AT&T |DIRECTV brands. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world. In domestic markets, AT&T Advertising Solutions and AT&T Interactive are known for their leadership in local search and advertising. In 2010, AT&T again ranked among the 50 Most Admired Companies by FORTUNE®magazine.
Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com. This AT&T news release and other announcements are available at http://www.att.com/newsroom and as part of an RSS feed at http://www.att.com/rss. Or follow our news on Twitter at @ATT. Find us on Facebook at http://www.Facebook.com/ATT to discover more about our consumer and wireless services or at http://www.Facebook.com/ATTSmallBiz to discover more about our small business services.
Cautionary Language Concerning Forward-Looking Statements
Information set forth in this press release contains financial estimates and other forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results might differ materially. A discussion of factors that may affect future results is contained in AT&T's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. AT&T disclaims any obligation to update and revise statements contained in this news release based on new information or otherwise.
SOURCE AT&T Inc.
AT&T Inc.
CONTACT: Ellen Webner of AT&T, +1-973-775-1321, ellen.webner@att.com
PIERS Brings Advertising Online With Its Directories of U.S. Importers and Exporters
NEWARK, N.J., Dec. 9, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- PIERS, the Standard in Trade Intelligence, today announced that it is offering online advertising with its Directory of U.S. Importers and Directory of U.S. Exporters. Used by small businesses, retailers, logistics providers and others, the Directories recently transformed from print to digital content, offering easy access to identify thousands of companies involved in global trade.
"Businesses are shifting their advertising online," says Wael Jarous, Vice President, Sales. "Customers were accustomed to advertising in the print version of the Directories; it was a logical business decision to offer online advertising space." With PIERS Directories, customers get the added benefit of reaching an extended global trade community affiliated through the United Business Media Global Trade (UBMGT) audience.
Advertising in PIERS Directories enables customers to affordably promote their organization's products and services to leading decision makers. With additional traffic driving to their website, customers can reach executives in a variety of industries who use the Directories to research global markets both domestically and abroad. Even libraries and universities use the Directories for research purposes, exposing advertisers to multiple users for an extended period of time.
The Directory of U.S. Importers and Directory of U.S. Exporters is ideal for locating sales leads, finding importers and exporters by product and for marketing and reference purposes. Customers have access to details associated with 150,000 importers and 50,000 exporters. Data is refreshed on a semi-annual basis to keep current on the evolving global trade environment.
The PIERS Directory of U.S. Importers and Directory of U.S. Exporters are two separate online products that can be purchased together or separately on an annual subscription basis. A special promotional rate is in effect until January 1, 2011.
For more information or to subscribe, visit http://www.directories.piers.com, or call Debbie Zimmerman at 610-438-3669 or 877-203-5277.
About PIERS: PIERS is the global import and export information service that provides powerful tools and data for measuring markets, analyzing competition and uncovering opportunities. Launched more than 35 years ago, PIERS was the first venture in digital global trade intelligence and quickly became the industry standard for accuracy, reliability and insight. Thousands of subscribers from public and private businesses, trade associations and governments around the world rely on PIERS to guide their global business strategies. PIERS is a division of UBM Global Trade, and a sister company of The Journal of Commerce. For more information, visit http://www.piers.com, or call 800-952-3839 (+1-973-776-8660).
About UBM Global Trade - UBM Global Trade is the leading provider of proprietary data, news, business intelligence and analytical content supporting commercial maritime, rail, trucking, warehousing and logistics industries worldwide. The company's portfolio of more than 100 online, print and interactive workflow business solutions includes The Journal of Commerce, Breakbulk, RailResource, PIERS and an array of international trade and transportation databases and directories. UBM Global Trade, a subsidiary of United Business Media Limited (LSE: UBM.L), is headquartered in Newark, NJ, with offices throughout the United States. For more information, explore http://www.ubmglobaltrade.com or call 800-223-0243 (+1-973-848-7250 outside the U.S. or Canada).
CONTACT:
Susan Kelemen
Media Relations
PIERS
UBM Global Trade (a United Business Media Company)
973-776-7835 | skelemen@piers.com
SOURCE PIERS
PIERS
CONTACT: Susan Kelemen, Media Relations, PIERS, UBM Global Trade (a United Business Media Company), +1-973-776-7835, skelemen@piers.com
Trimble Acquires Tata AutoComp Mobility Telematics From Tata AutoComp Systems in India to Expand Its Mobile Solutions
SUNNYVALE, Calif., Dec. 9, 2010 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Trimble (Nasdaq: TRMB) announced today it has acquired Tata AutoComp Mobility Telematics Limited (TMT), a wholly-owned company of Tata AutoComp Systems Limited of Pune, India. TMT is a leading provider of telematics solutions and Mobile Resource Management (MRM) services in India and serves large customers such as Bharat Petroleum Corp. Ltd. as well as Tata Group companies such as Tata Motors. The acquisition is expected to expand Trimble's MRM solutions portfolio and allow the company to better address markets in India. Financial terms were not disclosed.
TMT solutions are marketed under the "trako" brand. In addition to providing vehicle tracking, TMT offers a broad range of specialty telematics solutions including: school bus applications that provide location information to parents via the Internet and SMS; bus tracking for state transport and city transportation services that provide online tracking information to bus operators and dynamic expected time-of-arrival forecasts on LED displays at bus stops, over the Internet and on mobile phones; cargo management for logistics supply chain organizations to track and integrate vehicle location data with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems for on-road visibility of cargo; dispatch management for emergency service vehicles such as ambulance and fire; waste truck management applications for municipal corporations, environment management companies and waste carriers that track their collection and service vehicles and monitor waste pick-up schedules by geo-coding waste bins.
R S Thakur, executive director and CEO of Tata AutoComp Systems Limited said, "Tata AutoComp has devised its growth strategy for the period up to 2020. The TMT decision is in sync with our strategy to focus and strengthen our core business areas. When deliberating our options for TMT, including a new home for TMT, we were convinced that Trimble was the right choice given its worldwide position and service record in MRM. We are confident that all the customers of TMT, including various Tata companies, will continue to benefit from the TMT ownership by Trimble."
"The TMT acquisition broadens Trimble's portfolio of telematics and MRM solutions and underscores our commitment to the Indian market," said Bryn Fosburgh, Trimble vice president. "We look forward to building on the solid foundation that Tata AutoComp Systems and TMT have created as we expand Trimble's presence in India."
The TMT business will be reported as part of the Mobile Solutions segment.
About Tata AutoComp Systems Limited
Tata AutoComp Systems Limited (Tata AutoComp), promoted by the Tata Group, provides products and services to the Indian and Global automotive OEMs as well as Tier 1 suppliers. Its clients include Ashok Leyland, BMW, Fiat, Force Motors, Ford Motors India, General Motors India, Honda, John Deere, Mahindra & Mahindra, Mahindra-Navistar, Man, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Piaggio, Renault, Tata Motors, Toyota Kirloskar Motors Limited, Volkswagen and Volvo-Eicher. Tata AutoComp has its own capabilities in Automotive Interior and Exterior Plastics, Composites and Engineering. Tata AutoComp has 6 joint ventures in partnership with companies from the Global Auto Component Industry and has over 40 manufacturing facilities spread across India and China.
Trimble applies technology to make field and mobile workers in businesses and government significantly more productive. Solutions are focused on applications requiring position or location--including surveying, construction, agriculture, fleet and asset management, public safety and mapping. In addition to utilizing positioning technologies, such as GPS, lasers and optics, Trimble solutions may include software content specific to the needs of the user. Wireless technologies are utilized to deliver the solution to the user and to ensure a tight coupling of the field and the back office. Founded in 1978, Trimble is headquartered in Sunnyvale, Calif.
Certain statements made in this press release are forward looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements involve risks and uncertainties, and actual events and results may differ materially from those described in this news release. Factors that could cause or contribute to such differences include, but are not limited to, Trimble's ability to successfully integrate the TMT business, and expand Trimble's MRM solutions portfolio and market presence in India. Additional risks and uncertainties include: the risks inherent in integrating an acquisition; unanticipated expenditures, charges or assumed liabilities that may result from the acquisition; and retaining key personnel and commercial relationships. More information about potential factors which could affect Trimble's business and financial results is set forth in reports filed with the SEC, including Trimble's quarterly reports on Form 10-Q and its annual report on Form 10-K. All forward looking statements are based on information available to Trimble as of the date hereof, and Trimble assumes no obligation to update such statements.
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SOURCE Trimble
Trimble
CONTACT: Investor Relations, Willa McManmon, +1-408-481-7838, willa_mcmanmon@trimble.com, or Media, Lea Ann McNabb, +1-408-481-7808, leaann_mcnabb@trimble.com, both of Trimble
China Intelligence Information Systems, Inc. Releases Calm 1.0 of Green2C Cloud Computing Platform
JINAN, China, Dec. 9, 2010 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- Jinan Yinquan Technology Co., Ltd., one of the wholly-owned subsidiaries of China Intelligence Information Systems, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: IICN) today releases the first version of its Green2C cloud computing platform: Calm 1.0.
IT infrastructures have become increasingly complex and brittle. Currently, 70% of IT investment focuses on maintenance, leaving little time to support strategic business developments. With users demanding faster response times and management demanding lower costs, IT requires a better strategy. Cloud computing is a new solution to reducing IT complexity. It has become an invaluable consumer service by leveraging the efficiency by pooling demand and self-managed virtual infrastructure. Cloud computing is central to an enhanced IT strategy.
As the leading virtualization solutions provider in China, CIISI sees how cloud computing is changing the IT industry by its business model and infrastructure advantages. The company also foresees that cloud computing will be the development super-trend for the virtualization industry. In order to capture the first mover opportunity of the market, the Company has decided to develop the cloud computing platform.
The platform, based on virtualization technology, is developed as a basic cloud computing infrastructure with various cloud modules, including private cloud, government cloud and business cloud. The platform aims to provide uniform, standardized and automated management services to organizations which have IDCs (Internet Datacenters) and other datacenters, such as telecom carriers. The platform, designed under the "service-oriented infrastructure management" concept, focuses on integrating basic infrastructures in organizations' datacenters by abstracting and managing computing resources within the environment. The Calm platform's core technology is to deploy applications in the Cloud (web-based environment) and provide uniform, standardized and automated management during the entire life cycle of the applications including development, deployment, execution, update and offline. The Calm platform realizes on-demand creation, rapid deployment and intelligent management, and represents a new innovative way to reconfigure solutions from the cloud resources for its next version.
The Company will operate this platform as a carrier to provide virtual machine leasing services to organizations. It will also develop customized cloud computing platforms and provide on-demand services to the companies with IDCs and other datacenters.
The Company expects to release updated versions of the cloud computing platform on a regular basis and will integrate a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) model.
For customers, Calm 1.0 of the Green2C Cloud Computing Platform makes CIISI an even better vehicle for cost savings coupled with revenue generation. For investors, the Green2C platform showcases CIISI's leadership in technological innovation.
About China Intelligence Information Systems, Inc.
China Intelligence Information Systems, Inc. (CIISI) offers virtualization technology application and cloud computing products in the People's Republic of China through its wholly owned subsidiary Jinan Yinquan Technology Co., Ltd and Beijing PowerUnique Technologies, Co., Ltd. Through the two subsidiaries, CIISI is well positioned to take full advantage of the tremendous economic growth currently being experienced in China. The Company is currently marketing its integrated virtualization solutions and services in China and at this time is in the testing stages of other Information Technology products. More information can be found http://www.ciisi.com.
About Virtualization Technology
Virtualization is a proven software technology that is rapidly transforming the IT landscape and fundamentally changing the way people compute.
Today's powerful x86 computer hardware was originally designed to run only a single operating system and a single application, but virtualization breaks that boundary, making it possible to run multiple operating systems and multiple applications on the same computer at the same time, increasing the utilization and flexibility of hardware.
Virtualization is a technology that can benefit anyone who uses a computer, from IT professionals and Mac enthusiasts to commercial businesses and government organizations. Millions of people around the world use virtualization to save time, money and energy while achieving more with the computer hardware they already own.
About Cloud Computing
Cloud computing is a general term for anything that involves delivering hosted services over the Internet. These services are broadly divided into three categories: Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS), Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS). The name cloud computing was inspired by the cloud symbol that's often used to represent the Internet in flowcharts and diagrams.
A cloud service has three distinct characteristics that differentiate it from traditional hosting. It is sold on demand, typically by the minute or the hour; it is elastic -- a user can have as much or as little of a service as they want at any given time; and the service is fully managed by the provider (the consumer needs nothing but a personal computer and Internet access). Significant innovations in virtualization and distributed computing, as well as improved access to high-speed Internet and a weak economy, have accelerated interest in cloud computing
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Nimsoft Delivers New Tool for Rackspace Cloud Monitoring
Free Download Provides Rich Visibility Into Hosted Servers
CAMPBELL, Calif., Dec. 9, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Nimsoft today announced the availability of Nimsoft Cloud Monitor, a new tool for monitoring Rackspace cloud-based servers.
Nimsoft leveraged its extensive experience with cloud hosting and collaborated with Rackspace to develop this new tool -- which enables customers to track usage, performance and availability of cloud-based servers hosted by Rackspace.
"Cloud-based hosting services are gaining increased adoption because of the cost and flexibility advantages they provide," said Dennis Callaghan, senior analyst, enterprise software at The 451 Group. "The more organizations are able to integrate performance and availability monitoring of cloud infrastructure services with monitoring of the rest of their IT environments, the better equipped they'll be to maximize the benefits -- as well as the overall performance and availability -- of the cloud services they use."
Nimsoft Cloud Monitor complements the Nimsoft Monitoring Solution (NMS), which enables organizations to monitor and manage a wide range of diverse applications and services, from the data center to the cloud, with a single easy-to-deploy solution.
"Organizations running applications on the server infrastructure hosted by Rackspace need to continually verify that those servers are performing optimally and pro-actively head off any problems that could potentially impact service levels," said Gary Read, Nimsoft CEO. "With our complimentary Nimsoft Cloud Monitor tool, administrators gain this essential visibility into their cloud infrastructure -- while still enjoying all the economic and operational benefits of Rackspace hosting."
Nimsoft Cloud Monitor offers a broad range of useful capabilities, including:
-- Intuitive, customizable dashboards display key performance metrics,
including server bandwidth, disk space, number of bytes in storage
accounts, and more.
-- Configurable alarms notify users when problems or potential
performance-degrading issues occur.
-- Resource usage monitoring provides current and historical utilization
metrics so users can better understand and control on-going Rackspace
cloud costs.
-- Performance monitoring delivers specific metrics and vital insights into
the responsiveness of servers and the overall infrastructure.
Nimsoft Cloud Monitor is available via complimentary download at http://www.nimsoft.com/rs/monitoring.php. The Nimsoft Cloud Monitor will be licensed on a no-charge basis for a limited time and the license will terminate upon the conclusion of the free period; additional terms and restrictions apply. The software requires an active Rackspace account to operate and the Nimsoft license does not include any Rackspace services or third party systems required to operate the software. This offer made to end users located in the United States only.
Nimsoft provides Unified Monitoring solutions for virtualized data centers, hosted and managed services, cloud platforms, and SaaS resources. The Nimsoft Unified Monitoring architecture eliminates the need to deploy a new monitoring solution for outsourced services, public or private clouds, or SaaS implementations. Over 1,000 customers use Nimsoft Unified Monitoring solutions, including hundreds of leading hosting, cloud and managed service providers such as 1&1, BlueLock, CDW, Hitachi, QTS, Rackspace, SoftLayer and Troubadour. For more information, visit http://www.nimsoft.com or to see Nimsoft Unified Monitoring in action, visit the Nimsoft public portal at http://www.unifiedmonitoring.com.
Winterizing Your Home is Now Easier with One Stop Shop Online
Home improvement estimate website offers expanded national coverage of contractors for the upcoming winter months. Now with Bizzibid.com, homeowners looking to winterize their homes can connect with licensed contractors quickly and securely.
GREENBELT, Md., Dec. 9, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- This winter, homeowners have an easier, one-stop source for winterizing their homes thanks to Bizzibid.com. Bizzibid.com has been connecting homeowners with prescreened and licensed home improvement contractors since 2003 and this winter the website has increased its national coverage of contractors who handle core winterizing services such as HVAC and window repairs and replacements.
Bizzibid.com spent the last few months increasing its already thorough national coverage of HVAC and window contractors. Therefore, this winter, homeowners from Seattle, Washington to Miami, Florida can be certain that if they want free estimates from local and licensed HVAC and window contractors, Bizzibid.com has them covered throughout the season.
Bizzibid.com owner Tony Scuderi said, "With what happened across the country last winter, we wanted to put focus in making sure that we had more than normal amounts of contractors ready to service the estimate requests that came in this year. We want people to not only save money by comparing multiple HVAC and window repair and replacement estimates, but we also want them to know that they have that selection in an emergency situation."
This coming winter is not expected to pose the same threats to homes and energy bills as last winter. However, homeowners can rest assured that there is a reliable one-stop source for all winter home improvement contractor needs. Bizzibid.com can supply multiple estimates, from local home improvement contractors who carry the mandatory state licensing and insurance, to the homeowner, for free.
"Last year's extreme winter conditions left many people paying home energy bills and even home repair bills that were much higher than normal and extremely unnecessary. Typically a visit from a licensed heating and air conditioning (HVAC) technician can help increase the efficiency of your energy consumption and nothing saves money in the home like repairing or replacing old windows," said Scuderi.
For more information or to request HVAC, window repair, window replacement or any other type of home improvement estimates visit http://www.bizzibid.com. Bizzibid.com is completely obligation free to use for the homeowner.
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CONTACT: Ryan Corey of Bizzibid.com, +1-301-466-8959, rcorey@leadstormmedia.com
Hughes Announces Nationwide Managed Network Services for the Federal Government Market
Company's Offering Can Deliver a National Managed Broadband Network to Federal Agencies, Leveraging Satellite and Terrestrial Technologies
GERMANTOWN, Md., Dec. 9, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Hughes Network Systems, LLC (HUGHES), announced today that its extensive portfolio of managed network services are now available to federal government agencies through its GSA Schedule and Networx partners. With this offering, Hughes is able to deliver a national managed broadband network encompassing any combination of voice, video, and data solutions for federal agencies and their field offices across the country, leveraging the company's leading nationwide broadband satellite service and the best of terrestrial access technologies.
"Federal agencies depend on their networks in order to meet their missions," said Tony Bardo, assistant vice president for government solutions at Hughes. "With this comprehensive managed services offering, Hughes is able to deliver what has--until now--been missing from the landscape of federal networking options: a national managed broadband service that leverages terrestrial, wireless, and satellite technologies to deliver the most cost-effective solutions tailored to an agency's specific requirements. Managed services are particularly valuable for small and medium-sized field offices that need to connect to the agency's cloud or meet mandated requirements for telework."
Backed by enterprise-grade SLAs, Hughes delivers end-to-end managed services with top performance, reliability, and assured security, providing the following benefits to federal agencies:
-- Fully managed services from a single provider--one vendor, one bill
-- A tailored architecture designed for an agency's security and IT
requirements
-- Access to a national managed broadband network
-- Data, voice, and video capabilities
-- A multi-transport broadband network (e.g., DSL, cable, 3G, satellite)
-- The highest WAN performance possible
-- Turnkey implementation
Additionally, Hughes managed network services provide superior program management and customer service, including use of its central Network Operations Center with one portal for nationwide visibility of all sites, along with an interactive, on-line ticketing system for managing service calls.
Bardo added, "With over 25 years managing networks for blue chip customers and over 300,000 sites under contract, Hughes has the technology and business know-how to provide this unique service to the government is unmatched. Now, there is no such thing as a federal agency, field office, or home office that is too remote for secure, managed broadband service coverage."
About Hughes Network Systems
Hughes Network Systems, LLC (HUGHES) is the global leader in providing broadband satellite networks and services for large enterprises, governments, small businesses, and consumers. HughesNet® encompasses all broadband solutions and managed services from Hughes, bridging the best of satellite and terrestrial technologies. Its broadband satellite products are based on global standards approved by the TIA, ETSI and ITU standards organizations, including IPoS/DVB-S2, RSM-A and GMR-1. To date, Hughes has shipped more than 2.2 million systems to customers in over 100 countries.
Headquartered outside Washington, D.C., in Germantown, Maryland, USA, Hughes maintains sales and support offices worldwide. Hughes is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hughes Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: HUGH). For additional information, please visit http://www.hughes.com.
CONTACT: Erin Studer of Hughes Network Systems, LLC, +1-301-601-7216, erin.studer@hughes.com, or Mary Alice Johnson of ConnellyWorks, Inc., +1-571-323-2585, ext. 2140, maryalice@connellyworks.com
AVM, AVI-SPL Expand Global Alliance to Include Video Managed Services
TAMPA, Fla., Dec. 9, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Founding members of the AV Global Alliance, AVM and AVI-SPL, today announced they will be expanding their relationship to include joint delivery of video managed services. The AV Global Alliance has historically been focused on designing and installing world class audio and video integration projects and currently has more than 26 leading AV integrators from around the world as member companies. The increase in demand for managed services to support Telepresence and video conferencing for large multi-national customers is the leading driver in expanding the relationship to include video managed services as an AV Global Alliance offering.
AVM and AVI-SPL intend to leverage their combined capabilities and infrastructure in the U.S. and Europe to deliver seamless managed video services to joint customers. By combining capabilities in their respective offices, the companies will leverage service centers in New Jersey, California, Pennsylvania and London, as well as video bridging infrastructure deployed at more than eight points of presence around the globe. The combined services will also enable both companies to expand the range of languages supported for multi-national customers.
"Video conferencing has become mission critical for many of our clients," said Mike Brandofino, executive vice president of video and unified communication, AVI-SPL. "They are demanding a 24/7, always-on, highly reliable service that allows them to focus on their business and not on the technology. Our partnership with AVM demonstrates our commitment to our ever-improving videoconferencing capability that meets their needs," added Brandofino.
"We are seeing more opportunities with large deployments of video spread across multiple countries," said Sandy MacPherson, chairman, AVM. "Our customers want the benefit of getting services from the best providers in each region, while working with one vendor to make it happen. We believe this expansion of our AV Global Alliance represents a unique capability customers have been waiting for."
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About the AV Global Alliance
The AV Global Alliance is a partnership of leading video conferencing and audio visual system integrators, who design, install and maintain complex audio visual and video conferencing solutions, and offer mutual support to their multi-national clients. Typically, members of the Alliance are the leading system integrators in their own country or region. For a full list of Alliance Members, visit http://www.avmachines.com/global-partners.
About AVM
AVM (http://www.avmachines.com) was established in 1990 and is the leading visual communications systems integrator in the UK. The company designs, supplies, programs and supports complex audio visual solutions ranging from boardroom presentation suites to IP-based video conferencing networks. AVM has over 10,000 UK and international clients including BT, eBay, Coca-Cola, BMW, the NHS, Royal Mail and Bloomberg.
About AVI-SPL
Headquartered in Tampa, Fla., AVI-SPL is the result of a merger between Audio Visual Innovations (AVI) and Signal Perfection, Ltd. (SPL). In aggregate, the company has more than 40 years of experience and has completed more than 25,000 installations globally, providing clients with innovative audio and video communications solutions backed by a strong tradition of high quality and exceptional customer service. As the largest global integrator for audio and video communications systems and services, AVI-SPL is uniquely positioned to deliver the most comprehensive line-up of collaborative solutions, including: managed conferencing, Telepresence and video conferencing, systems integration, product sales and rental, complete staging and production services. For more about AVI-SPL, visit http://www.avispl.com.
BIS Data Centre Survey Reveals IT Innovation on a Tight Budget
LONDON, December 9, 2010/PRNewswire/ --
- Upgrades, Storage, Networks and Budgets are IT Managers' Chief Concerns
for 2011
UK IT teams are delivering technology change and managing data
growth on tightening budgets according to a new 2011 IT Managers viewpoint
survey conducted on behalf of BIS Limited, a leading owner and operator of
secure, expertly managed London data centres and outsourced IT services.
According to the new survey of over 250 London IT Managers,
62% of survey respondents rank managing technology upgrades as their top 2011
challenge. This was followed by budget constraints at 55%, storage growth at
47%, network congestion and reliability at 44% and application management and
support at 40%.
"The pace of technology change is accelerating as IT managers
virtualise servers, storage, desktops and applications to save costs on the
one hand; and struggle with the additional costs required for exponential
data growth and network congestion and reliability on the other," said Brian
Packer, Operations Director of BIS Limited. "Given that cost control is
likely to remain a key focus for most organisations throughout 2011, it's
important to find the right flexible IT partner who can help implement change
cost-effectively."
Many IT Managers are now dealing with an ageing IT
infrastructure as they deferred investments due to the global economic
conditions in 2009 and 2010. Network congestion and connectivity are also
becoming more problematic as the trend to centralise services continues. This
has increased WAN reliance, especially as individual users are increasingly
working remotely or going mobile.
BIS has already seen a 21% uplift in its 2010 revenues as new
clients shun the big name IT managed service brands in favour of its more
flexible, supportive and cost-effective approach. Whilst price remains
important, BIS has noticed a shift in buyers purchasing criteria towards
responsiveness and one-stop value added services.
About BIS Limited
BIS is an independently owned, award winning 'Cisco Powered'
Managed Services Partner and leading data centre owner operator. With 10
years experience, BIS provides managed services covering colocation,
networks, servers, applications and storage and first class support. BIS has
tailored their managed services to several hundred clients across a number of
sectors including insurance, shipping, finance, legal and media.
For more information please contact:
Samantha Keating
Sales Director, BIS Limited
Tel: +44(0)20-7861-9322
E: skeating@bisdc.com
Source: BIS Ltd
For more information please contact: Samantha Keating, Sales Director, BIS Limited, Tel: +44(0)20-7861-9322, E: skeating@bisdc.com
China All Access Develops the Emergency Satellite Mobile Command Centre System
Successfully Applies in Fire Departments in China with World's Leading Know- how
HONG KONG, Dec. 9, 2010 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- China All Access (Holdings)
Limited ("China All Access" or the "Company", HKEx Stock Code: 633), an
integrated information communication application solution provider and
application service provider in the PRC announce that, with the Company's
world's leading know-how, the Emergency Satellite Mobile Command Centre System
has been successfully delivered and applied in fire departments recently in
various provinces and cities such as Beijing, Guangdong, Jiangsu and Liaoning.
Recently, the Emergency Satellite Mobile Command Centre System, which has
won the bid in Xi'an's fire department, is equipped with unmanned aircraft
video surveillance system and co-ordinates from air to ground, fix to mobile
full range, and three-dimensional multi-media video emergency command. This
further enhances the frontline command capabilities at emergency and disaster
sites. The above system will also provide security and fire protection to the
Xi'an International Horticultural Exposition 2011 in China.
City fire is the major and most frequent disaster among earthquake, fire
and flood. The recent major fire disasters have cost human lives and property
to the country. Such new fire safety situation has brought new challenges to
information technology and emergency communication command of public security
and fire safety.
Considering the new situation and demand in emergency communication faced
by public security and fire departments in fire disaster sites, the Company
developed the Emergency Satellite Mobile Command Centre System. The system is
well recognized by the fire departments in China.
China All Access is a company devoted to disaster emergency communication
solution. Leveraging on the national implementation of the "Twelfth Five Year
Plans", the government's concern on people's livelihood and eagerness to build
a safe society, China All Access's systems and products not only drive the
long-term and steady growth to the Company's business, but also contribute to
the society by preventing disasters, rescuing and minimizing disasters.
About China All Access
China All Access is engaged in providing application solutions and
application services for public safety, city emergency communication and city
integrated management purposes for governmental departments or agencies,
public utilities institutions and business enterprises. The core module of the
Company's integration application platform is called "ALL ACCESS platform". It
acts as a centralized data processing unit, where data received through
connections from different application solutions are processed and transmitted
in different mode depending on the users' different needs. The Group's
application solutions are mainly divided into three categories: satellite
communication application solutions, wireless data communication application
solutions and call centre application solutions. In addition, the Group also
sells and distributes terminal equipment. Besides, China All Access was
successfully listed on the Main Board of Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited
on 16 September 2010 with stock code 633.
CONTACT: Ms. Kylie Yeung, +852-3150-6770, kylie.yeung@pordafinance.com.hk; Ms. Ada Leung, +852-3150-6732, ada.leung@pordafinance.com.hk; Ms. Irene Chan, +852-3150-6739, irene.chan@pordafinance.com.hk; fax +852-3150-6728; all of Porda International (Finance) PR Company Limited for China All Access (Holdings) Limited
Doritos and Microsoft Invite Fans to Vote for Their Favorite Consumer-Created Xbox LIVE Arcade Game in Final Leg of "Unlock Xbox" Challenge
"Avatar Crash Course" and "Harm's Way" Compete Head-to-Head for Contest Grand Prize; Winner to be Announced Live on Xbox LIVE on Dec. 29, 2010
PLANO, Texas, Dec. 9, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- The Doritos brand and Microsoft today unveiled the much-anticipated, fully playable Xbox LIVE® Arcade game versions for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft of "Avatar Crash Course" created by Jill Robertson of Raleigh, N.C., and "Harm's Way" created by Justin Carpenter of Ogden, Utah - the two finalists in the Doritos "Unlock Xbox" challenge. This one-of-a-kind competition invited fans in the United States to think of an Xbox LIVE Arcade for Xbox 360 game idea that brings to life the bold, intense spirit of the Doritos brand for the chance at the contest grand prize - a $50,000 cash reward and the opportunity to consult with Doritos on gaming for six months. Beginning today, fans can download and play each finalist's game on Xbox LIVE and vote for the grand prize winner to be announced live on Xbox LIVE on Dec. 29, 2010.
This marks the second time PepsiCo's Frito-Lay division has brokered a partnership between the Doritos brand and Microsoft to provide video game enthusiasts the opportunity to play a lead role in developing their own unique video games. After voting closes, fans can continue to play each game online.
"Doritos lovers are passionate about gaming so we created this contest with Xbox to give them an opportunity to make their dreams come true in a unique and ultra-creative way - by developing a video game based on their own ideas and inspiration," said Rudy Wilson, vice president of marketing, Doritos. "The submissions we received blew us away, and we're excited to now turn over the fully playable finalist games to our fans so they can help us crown a winner."
This year's contest, which was first announced in August 2009, invited fans to submit their creative ideas in the fall of 2009. From there, eight quarter finalists were chosen and fans voted online for their favorites based on video pitches made to Microsoft. Then in early January 2010, the field narrowed to the top-three contenders who traveled to Seattle for one final pitch to executives from Microsoft and Doritos, where the selection of the final two concepts was made.
From January until Dec. 8, 2010, the two finalists worked hand in hand with a renowned team of professional developers to transform their creative visions from paper to full Xbox LIVE Arcade games. From animation and music to the plot lines and characters, each game holds true to its creator's vision. The entire process can be experienced through an online documentary video series that fans can watch by visiting http://www.unlockxbox.com.
The Doritos Unlock Xbox challenge is one of many ways the Doritos brand continues to bring its fans access to unparalleled experiences. The brand's commitment to fan empowerment began with the Doritos "Crash the Super Bowl" program, which has turned the brand's Super Bowl advertising over to its fans for the last five years. Doritos has continued to put consumers in control through a variety of other exciting opportunities that have broken new ground in gaming and entertainment.
Frito-Lay North America is the $12 billion convenient foods business unit of PepsiCo (NYSE: PEP), which is headquartered in Purchase, NY. In addition to Frito-Lay, PepsiCo business units include Pepsi-Cola, Quaker Foods, Gatorade and Tropicana. Learn more about Frito-Lay at the corporate Web site, http://www.fritolay.com/ , the Snack Chat blog, http://www.snacks.com/ and on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/fritolay.
PepsiCo offers the world's largest portfolio of billion-dollar food and beverage brands, including 18 different product lines that each generate more than $1 billion in annual retail sales. Our main businesses - Frito-Lay, Quaker, Pepsi-Cola, Tropicana and Gatorade - also make hundreds of other nourishing, tasty foods and drinks that bring joy to our consumers in over 200 countries. With more than $43 billion in 2008 revenues, PepsiCo employs 198,000 people who are united by our unique commitment to sustainable growth, called Performance with Purpose. By dedicating ourselves to offering a broad array of choices for healthy, convenient and fun nourishment, reducing our environmental impact, and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace culture, PepsiCo balances strong financial returns with giving back to our communities worldwide. For more information, please visit http://www.pepsico.com.
Contact:
Chris Kuechenmeister
Doritos
972-334-2044
Chris.Kuechenmeister@pepsico.com
Jessie DiMariano
Edelman for Xbox LIVE Arcade
206-268-2211
jessie.dimariano@Edelman.com
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CONTACT: Chris Kuechenmeister for Doritos, +1-972-334-2044, Chris.Kuechenmeister@pepsico.com, or Jessie DiMariano of Edelman, +1-206-268-2211, jessie.dimariano@Edelman.com, for Xbox LIVE Arcade
Glu Mobile's Free-to-Play Social Mobile Adventure Game, Hero Project, Now Available on the App Store
SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 9, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Glu Mobile Inc. (Nasdaq: GLUU), a leading global publisher of social games for smartphone and tablet devices, today announced the availability of the Hero Project App on the App Store for iPhone and iPod touch. Infamous design consultant Phil Campbell created the storyline for Hero Project that allows users to create their own super hero and defeat the forces of evil.
Hero Project powers up the social game genre with a unique mix of story, character customization and real-time combat. The player will continually take on new missions, experience new story elements and unlock new content for their hero as they play.
"There is no reason why you can't introduce narrative and character development in a social game," said Phil Campbell, creative consultant and writer on the Hero Project App. "When games have a story you can follow and explore with other players, it creates a world that you not only participate in, but you help create. The Hero Project App is taking mobile gaming to the next level."
Features include:
-- KA-BOOM! - Punch, zap and blast evil doers in real-time turn-based
battles filled with dynamic action. You control the outcome as you
choose between offensive, defensive and healing powers.
-- POW! - Explore your surroundings and uncover the mystery behind Hero
Project. Head to Mission Central to accept your latest missions,
harvest crystals in the Research Lab or just hit the Rec-Con to see how
your friends' heroes are doing.
-- BAM! -Hero Project features over 200 story-driven missions that move the
story forward. All the missions and back story for the Hero Project
universe were written by famed writer/designer Phil Campbell (Tomb
Raider, The Godfather, Heavy Rain).
-- BIFF! - Purchase equipment, costumes, super powers and unique items in
the store, and then fully equip your character before heading into
battle.
-- ZAP! - To continue the never-ending fight against evil, aspiring heroes
can play and log into their Hero Project account via iPhone and iPod
touch.
"Hero Project is essential to fans of comics, super heroes and social action games. The player will be immersed in a new super hero universe with an intriguing narrative that will keep people coming back for more," said Giancarlo Mori, chief creative officer at Glu. "Unlike other games in the action and RPG genres, Hero Project unveils its story, universe and major conflicts through character dialogue and missions. Players get a chance to explore and see their friends' characters in their own game world, which is in stark contrast to the traditional menu-driven social games. Best of all, the game is available for free!"
The Hero Project App is now available worldwide for free from the App Store on iPhone and iPod touch or at http://www.itunes.com/appstore/.
About Glu Mobile
Glu Mobile (NASDAQ: GLUU) is a leading global publisher of social games for smartphone and tablet devices. Glu's unique technology platform enables its titles to be accessible to a broad audience of consumers all over the world - supporting iOS, Android, Palm, Windows Phone 7 devices and beyond. Glu is focused on bringing the best in social, freemium, cross-platform mobile gaming experiences to the mass market. Founded in 2001, Glu is headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area and has major offices in Brazil, China, Russia and the UK. Glu is focused on creating compelling original IP and also partners with leading entertainment brands including Activision, Atari, Fox and Harrah's. Consumers can find high-quality, fresh entertainment created exclusively for their mobile devices wherever they see the 'g' character logo or at http://www.glu.com. For live updates, please follow Glu via Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/glumobile or become a Glu fan at Facebook.com/glumobile.
GLU, GLU MOBILE and the 'g' character logo are trademarks of Glu Mobile Inc.
SOURCE Glu Mobile Inc.
Glu Mobile Inc.
CONTACT: Michael Breslin of Glu Mobile Inc., +1-650-532-2514, michael.breslin@glu.com
Allot Communications Announces Filing Of Shelf Registration Statement
HOD HASHARON, Israel, December 9, 2010/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Allot Communications Ltd. (NASDAQ: ALLT), a leading supplier of service
optimization and revenue generation solutions for fixed and mobile broadband
service providers worldwide, today announced that it has filed a shelf
registration statement on Form F-3 with the United States Securities and
Exchange Commission (the "SEC"). Under the shelf registration statement, once
declared effective by the SEC, Allot may offer and sell from time to time in
the future, in one or more public offerings, up to $100,000,000 of ordinary
shares, warrants, debt securities or any combination thereof. The shelf
registration statement also provides for the sale by certain selling
shareholders of up to 3,332,203 ordinary shares solely in connection with any
future offering by Allot. The specifics of any future offering, along with
the prices and terms of any such securities offered by Allot and the selling
shareholders, will be determined at the time of any such offering and will be
described in detail in a prospectus supplement filed at the time of any such
offering.
Allot's shelf registration statement has been filed with the SEC but has
not yet become effective, and until the registration statement is declared
effective by the SEC the securities registered may not be sold, nor may
offers to buy be accepted. This press release does not constitute an offer to
sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy the securities, nor shall there
be any sale of the securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such
offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to the registration or
qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.
Any offering of the securities covered by the registration statement will
only be by means of a prospectus and an accompanying prospectus supplement.
About Allot Communications
Allot Communications Ltd. (NASDAQ: ALLT) is a leading provider of
intelligent IP service optimization solutions for fixed and mobile broadband
operators and large enterprises. Allot's rich portfolio of solutions
leverages dynamic actionable recognition technology (DART) to transform
broadband pipes into smart networks that can rapidly and efficiently deploy
value-added Internet services. Allot's scalable, carrier-grade solutions
provide the visibility, topology awareness, security, application control and
subscriber management that are vital to managing Internet service delivery,
enhancing user experience, containing operating costs, and maximizing revenue
in broadband networks. For more information, please visit http://www.allot.com.
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operations. Actual results may differ materially from those projected as a
result of certain risks and uncertainties. These forward-looking statements
are made only as of the date hereof, and Allot undertakes no obligation to
update or revise the forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new
information, future events or otherwise.
Investor Relations Contact:
Jay Kalish
Executive Director Investor Relations
International access code +972-54-221-1365
jkalish@allot.com
Source: Allot Communications Ltd.
Investor Relations Contact: Jay Kalish, Executive Director Investor Relations, International access code +972-54-221-1365, jkalish@allot.com
MeshTV to Provide Dedicated Live Streaming Services to Mobile Devices
Company also Provides Monetized Live Streaming Services to Mobile Devices
PHOENIX, Dec. 8, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- MeshTV - a subsidiary of ATCi (Antenna Technology Communications Inc.) - recently announced its updated service that runs multiple dedicated live stream content that can be formatted for mobile devices while providing comprehensive monetization and in-depth user analytics.
MeshTV is a full service provider of live and on-demand video, satellite, mobile GSM backhaul and delivery options, offering the first alternative service that radically improves service standards in the industry. By partnering with top content delivery networks and using a proprietary encoding platform, MeshTV allows its customers to output dynamic live stream content to the multiple codecs that are required from one box.
"In the technology advanced world of mobile delivery, customers need three things; a robust dynamic delivery method, real time analytics, and a method to monetize content," said MeshTV/ATCi's CEO, Gary Hatch. "ATCi has always been revolutionary with its integration services in that the Company has historically provided linear TV, however with our recent partnerships, the Company is able to provide these same traditional services in the mobile sector as well," Hatch continued. "Coupled with IP Harvester, Simulsat and the new encoder, the Company can now provide a dynamic, robust, and economical mobile solution," Hatch concluded.
The MeshTV solution is available in three different service model tiers dependent upon customer requirements starting well below other industry offerings.
About MeshTV:
MeshTV provides uplink, downlink and turnaround services using teleports, flyaway and transportable uplink and downlink systems with C, Ku and Ka-Band antennas. The Company also provides production support as well as numerous additional value-added capabilities which round out the most comprehensive inventory of services. For further information on MeshTV products and services, please call 480-844-8501 or visit our website at http://www.meshtv.com.
About ATCi:
ATCi enhances its customers' opportunity for profit by providing custom global satellite communications systems and services. The company is committed to delivering innovative technologies to meet the emerging needs of cable television, corporations, government, educational institutions and small- and medium-sized enterprises. ATCi is headquartered in Chandler, Arizona with operating sales offices in North America and Asia. For further information on ATCi products and services, please call 480-844-8501 or visit our Web site at http://www.atci.com.
A milestone in the new Internet era for mobile phone users
BEIJING, Dec. 8, 2010 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- VODONE Group announced today the official launch of Radio Subway Line 0 in Beijing, providing subway commuters with a rich variety of tailored online radio programs. The launch of the Radio Subway Line 0 has set a new market milestone in VODONE's business expansion, and started the new era of China's Mobile Internet. The Radio Subway Line 0 will enable underground subway riders to enjoy a wholly new media experience in the country.
At a press conference here today, Zhang Lijun, Chairman of VODONE Group, made the opening remarks on VODONE's prospects in the future. Zhang Lijun said that VODONE is committed to the development ideas of "Innovation and Creation", and by using Web2.0 as the major battle fields for the company's development, VODONE will focus on creating new Internet media platforms so as to meet Internet users' preferences and requirements. In 2010, VODONE strengthened its position as "micro-video news portal" and launched 3G application products, such as net radio station "Subway Line 0" and the Internet social community "Linfo", which won high popularity from its customers.
Since the pre-launch test, during the trial period of only 150 days, the Radio Subway Line 0 recorded more than one million software downloads, becoming one of the favorite mobile Internet applications by office people who often take the subway. The usage of Radio Subway Line 0 is quite simple: it only needs users to pre-install the client applications on their mobile phones. The radio platform covers eight radio programs or topics, ranging from early morning news, noon news, private cars to interactive, psychological talks. It begins broadcasting online at 4:30 am every morning and ends at 24:00, the radio programs' total time-length each day is 19 and half hours.
Yang Shuojin, CEO of VODONE Web Department said, "Radio Subway Line 0's task is to create a new life experience for office people taking the subway. It brings people into the whole new mobile Internet world. People can have the all-around online interactive experience anywhere and anytime. "
Internet analysts say that the launch of Radio Subway Line 0 is an important innovation in China's Internet industry. It realized the perfect integration of Internet and mobility, which contains both Internet and 3G mobile technologies, providing more values to customers through online information and online interactions.
About VODONE
VODONE is a new media group. Founded in 2005, it is one of the few enterprises in China, that owns a complete set of licenses to operate video broadcasting on the Internet. VODONE owns the powerful broadcasting platform, and it has broadcast thousands of domestic and international political, economical, cultural and commercial activities over the Internet. VODONE is broadcasting China to the world and also the world to China. VODONE's major products, including "Lottery View" mobile lottery, "KKFUN" mobile games, and "Linfo" Internet social community, etc. have been well recognized by the public. VODONE is always committed to the development of new media chain, and to bringing business partners a wide and safe growth space. For more information, please visit http://www.v1.cn
SOURCE VODone Information Engineering Co., Ltd.
VODone Information Engineering Co., Ltd.
CONTACT: Justin Wang at +86-10-5783-9055x6728; justin@vodone.com
Eat Your Books Brings Online Recipe Search to Cookbook Owners
BOSTON, Dec. 8, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- For the first time cookbook lovers can use the internet to search for recipes they already own. A new website Eat Your Books (http://www.eatyourbooks.com) helps members search for recipes in their own cookbooks. More than 330,000 recipes, from over 1,450 of the most popular cookbooks are searchable with more being added every week.
Eat Your Books is aimed at people who love using cookbooks -- a gift certificate for this service makes a great last minute present for anyone who loves to cook. Members can:
-- Search for recipes in their cookbooks using: ingredients, ethnicity,
course, occasion or several other categorizations.
-- Create menus and shopping lists.
-- Organize books and recipes with bookmarks.
-- Share with other cookbook lovers their experiences and views of books
and recipes.
Eat Your Books does not reproduce the actual recipe; it helps members find their recipes in their cookbooks.
"There is no substitute to browsing through much loved cookbooks," says Jane Kelly, the co-founder of Eat Your Books, "However it's impossible to remember every recipe. Our members have cookbook collections from 9 to over 3,000 books and for the first time they are making use of them like never before."
"Finally a website that encourages cooks to use their cookbook libraries," says Molly Stevens, author of the best-selling cookbook 'All About Braising.' "The growing number of recipe sites make it all too convenient to search online for new recipes. As a result, too many cooks, myself included, increasingly ignored our own cookbook libraries. Now I don't have to flip through a whole stack of books and I've rediscovered cookbook gems that I had forgotten about."
Cookbooks have proven a recession-proof sector of the publishing industry -- sales were up 5% in the first part of 2010, according to Nielsen Bookscan, with annual sales of cookbooks around 15 million.
Tammie Barker, cookbook publicist at Andrews McMeel Publishing says, "Eat Your Books is a unique answer to the countless cooks who still love the look and feel of cookbooks but desire a quick and easy way to find just the right recipe."
T. Susan Chang, cookbook reviewer for the Boston Globe and NPR says, "Despite having around 600 really great cookbooks, when it came down to 4:00pm on a weekday I'd start surfing for recipes. It didn't matter how many stickies I attached to recipes -- without instant search capability or a photographic memory -- neither of which I had -- I was never going to find them again. Now I can search in my cookbooks for recipes as easily as I could search on recipe sites."
Eat Your Books has 79,000 cookbooks listed. So far, over 1,450 of the most popular cookbooks have been indexed, with more being added every week. Members can request for their favorite books to be indexed.
Eat Your Books is a subscription website: Membership is $2.50 per month or $25 per year. Gift certificates are available for annual memberships.
About EatYourBooks.com
Eat Your Books is a privately owned company. www.eatyourbooks.com is a recipe indexing website that makes it fast and easy to find recipes in all the leading cookbooks. The co-founders are:
Jane Kelly, who lives near Boston, spent many years working in the music and TV industries. She has a large cookbook collection.
Fiona Nugent, who lives in New Zealand, worked in the IT industry, including 10 years with Microsoft.
For further information
please contact:
Jane Kelly, Co-founder
Eat Your Books
Fax:
Phone: 508-308-2066 508-276-1197
Email:
jane@eatyourbooks.com
Website:
www.eatyourbooks.com
SOURCE Eat Your Books
Eat Your Books
CONTACT: Jane Kelly, Co-founder, Eat Your Books, +1-508-308-2066, or Fax: +1-508-276-1197, jane@eatyourbooks.com
Forward Industries to Acquire Consumer Electronics Accessories Company
NEW YORK, Dec. 8, 2010 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Forward Industries, Inc. (Nasdaq: FORD) (the "Company" or "Forward") is pleased to announce that it has signed a Letter of Intent to acquire Flash Ventures, Inc., the leader in professional sports and college team- branded consumer electronics peripherals and accessories.
Flash Ventures has product distribution in more than 3,000 retail locations, including five of the top ten major retailers in the U.S., in addition to its online channels. The agreement includes a unique opportunity for Forward to acquire a mobile accessories product portfolio that caters to sports fans, alumni and students. Forward anticipates the transaction will result in a positive contribution to 2011 operations, following closing.
"This is an exciting potential acquisition for us," said Brett Johnson, CEO of Forward Industries. "Flash Ventures has an innovative business model establishing true barriers to entry by virtue of their cross-category product offering and great partnerships with all major sports leagues in the U.S. We plan to strategically expand this business domestically and internationally by leveraging our global sales experience along with our Asian product development and supply chain capabilities."
"This pending acquisition is the first step in what we believe will be a multi-year process of transforming Forward into a leading provider of both licensed and proprietary technology accessories," said Grange Johnson, Forward's Chairman of the Board of Directors.
The Company will use commercially reasonable efforts to execute a definitive merger agreement as soon as feasible, subject to due diligence, necessary regulatory approvals, and other customary closing conditions, with closing anticipated by March 31, 2011.
This acquisition would be the first by Forward since Brett Johnson's appointment as President and CEO in August 2010.
This news release contains forward-looking statements (within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995) that are subject to risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ substantially from those expressed or implied in such forward-looking statements due to a number of factors. Readers are cautioned that all forward-looking statements are based on management's present expectations, estimates and projections, but involve risks and uncertainty, including without limitation, anticipated transaction structure and terms of the transaction, status of the acquisition process, uncertainties in the negotiation of definitive agreements, the due diligence process, the ability to obtain necessary third party consents, as well as general market conditions, competition and pricing. Please refer to the Company's report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2009 and subsequent reports on Forms 10-Q and 8- K as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission for additional information. The Company is under no obligation (and expressly disclaims any obligation) to update or alter its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
SOURCE Forward Industries, Inc.
Forward Industries, Inc.
CONTACT: Stefan Prelog, Walek & Associates, +1-212-590-0523, sprelog@walek.com