Scintera Expands Power Amplifier Linearization SoC Platform Into Digital Terrestrial Broadcast
New device leverages industry proven breakthrough architecture
SUNNYVALE, Calif., Nov. 30, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Scintera Networks, Inc., a leading provider of semiconductors for wireless communications, today announced the general availability of its SC1887-03 Adaptive RF Power Amplifier Linearizer (RFPAL) system-on-chip (SoC) for the digital terrestrial UHF broadcast TV market.
Adaptive linearization, commonly used to increase the efficiency and output of high power broadcast amplifiers, has previously seen only limited use in lower power transmitters and exciters due to prohibitive complexity, cost, power consumption and footprint size. The SC1887-03 operates directly at the carrier frequency and enables dramatic savings in cost, power consumption and size, while achieving outstanding performance in reducing out-of-band non-linearities. The device architecture is based on Scintera's production proven linearization solution, first sampled in August 2009, targeting wireless infrastructure applications.
"Broadcast power amplifier designers face a tough choice between inefficient backoff schemes and complex/expensive digital pre-distortion techniques. Scintera eliminates this dilemma by bringing a highly integrated and cost-effective solution proven in wireless infrastructure to digital broadcast television applications," said Kris Rausch, vice president, Sales and Marketing at Scintera. "This not only enables us to enter new markets but also demonstrates the flexibility of Scintera's core programmable analog signal processor technology."
Today's complex modulation schemes used in digital TV require the power amplifier (PA) to operate linearly. Prior to the SC1887-03, engineers designing broadcast transmitters were typically forced to operate the PA in backoff mode to achieve their linearity requirements. Backoff operation is highly inefficient and necessitates the use of oversized and costly RF components. The SC1887-03 breaks the complexity, power, and cost barriers by offering an easy-to-use, low-power, single-package solution that is inserted into transmitter designs directly in line with the PA. The RFin/RFout solution offers standalone operation and requires neither complex software development nor access to baseband signals. As a result, engineers are able to quickly bring to market linearized PA solutions in any configuration required, while minimizing development and manufacturing costs.
The SC1887-03 is packaged in a standard 64-pin, 9 x 9 mm QFN package enabling the implementation of the entire pre-distortion and linearization solution in less than 9 cm2 of board space. The compact solution is easily integrated directly into the most restricted form factors including PA modules. Though applicable to all types of amplifiers and output power levels, the very low power consumption of the SC1887-03 -- less than 900 mW -- makes it the ideal solution for low power exciters, drivers and transmitters such as those found in DVB (T/H/T2), CMMB, DTMB, ISDB-T and ATSC systems.
The SC1887-03 SoC (in volume production) and the SC1887-EVK500 evaluation kit are available now and can be purchased directly from Richardson Electronics Ltd. -- online at http://www.rell.com. Pricing starts in volume at $95 for 100 pieces for the SC1887-03 SoC and $1,100 for the SC1887-EVK500 evaluation kit.
About Scintera
Scintera provides a programmable analog signal processing platform that delivers higher performance and lower power consumption than traditional digital signal processing (DSP) solutions. Scintera is applying its breakthrough technology to solve real-world problems in the wireless cellular infrastructure and digital terrestrial broadcast market. The company is enabling the next generation of wireless networks, providing wider wireless coverage at higher data rates with lower costs. Scintera is privately held and is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California. For further information, visit http://www.scintera.com.
The Scintera logo and Scintera are registered trademarks of Scintera Networks, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
CONTACT:
Kris Rausch
Scintera Networks, Inc.
408-636-2663
krausch@scintera.com
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CONTACT: Kris Rausch of Scintera Networks, Inc., +1-408-636-2663, krausch@scintera.com
Oce Installs First Oce Arizona 550 XT Printer in the U.S. at Thomas Reprographics in Dallas
Quickly followed by second Oce Arizona 550 XT printer installed at Thomas Reprographics' Austin location
TRUMBULL, Conn., Nov. 30, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Oce, an international leader in digital document management and large format printing solutions, today announced it installed the first Oce Arizona® 550 XT printer in the U.S. at Thomas Reprographics' facility in Dallas. This installation was quickly followed by a second Oce Arizona 550 XT printer placement at Thomas Reprographics' Austin, TX, location.
The Oce Arizona 550 XT printer is the next generation model in the award-winning Oce Arizona Series of UV flatbed printers. It uses UV curable inks and Oce VariaDot(TM) imaging technology to deliver near-photographic image quality for nearly any application. Designed as a true flatbed system, it can print on a wide variety of oversized rigid substrates up to 98.4 by 120 inches, and offers a flexible media printing option for roll-based media up to 86.6 inches wide. The Oce Arizona 550 XT printer features a Production print mode of up to 462 square feet per hour on rigid media without sacrificing any of the award-winning print quality for which the Oce Arizona Series is famous.
Trevor Hansen, Director of Product Marketing at Thomas Reprographics, cites quality improvement, ink cost savings, labor savings, and the ability to offer a wide range of output as key features of the Oce Arizona Series printers installed at various Thomas Reprographics' locations. In addition to the two new Oce Arizona 550 XT models, an Oce Arizona 250 GT printer is installed at the Phoenix location; an Oce Arizona 350 GT printer is at the Minneapolis facility; and another Oce Arizona 350 GT printer is in the Miami office. These are just a few of many Oce printers used by Thomas Reprographics to serve its customers in the AEC and display graphics industries.
"Because of the economy, traditional reprographic work for the architectural / engineering / construction (AEC) industries isn't growing right now," said Hansen. "As the economy turned south, the addition of the Oce Arizona printers to our line gave us the ability to offer a broader range of services. We're growing our display graphics business with our Oce Arizona Series printers."
Thomas Reprographics, Inc.
Thomas Reprographics, Inc. combines more than 55 years of experience in the visual communications, reprographics, and printing industries. No matter how large or small the project - from brochures and flyers to grand format signage and fleet graphics - Thomas Reprographics has the experience and technology to put its clients' vision on display. Thomas Reprographics is based in Richardson, TX, with more than 30 locations strategically located across the United States. For more information, visit Thomas Reprographics on the web at http://www.thomasrepro.com.
Oce Display Graphics Systems
Oce Display Graphics Systems is a leading provider of professional, large format solutions for indoor and outdoor color display graphics applications. Oce solutions are specifically designed to enhance the revenue and profit opportunities for service providers by combining hardware with workflow software and the expertise to help companies expand into digital large format color. From extremely high-quality UV curable flatbed printers to outdoor-durable roll-based systems, Oce offers a total solution including hardware, software, imaging supplies, finishing systems, service & support, and financing. Customers benefit in working with a full-service partner they can count on to help their businesses grow.
About Oce
Oce is one of the leading providers of document management and printing for professionals. The Oce offering includes office printing and copying systems, high speed digital production printers and wide format printing systems for both technical documentation and color display graphics. Oce is also a foremost supplier of document management outsourcing. Many of the Fortune Global 500 companies and leading commercial printers are Oce customers. The company was founded in 1877. With headquarters in The Netherlands Oce is active in over 100 countries and employs some 22,000 people worldwide. Total revenues in 2009 amounted to 2.6 billion euros. Oce is listed on Euronext in Amsterdam.
Oce North America is headquartered in Trumbull, CT, with additional business units in Chicago, IL and Boca Raton, FL. North America represents over 37% of Oce's worldwide revenues, and employment is over 9,000. For more information about Oce North America visit http://www.oceusa.com. Outside the U.S. consult http://www.oce.com.
Oce and Canon: stronger together
In 2010 Oce joined the Canon Group of companies with headquarters in Tokyo, Japan, to create the global leader in the printing industry. Canon develops, manufactures and markets a growing line-up of copying machines, printers, cameras, optical and other products that meet a diverse range of customer needs. Canon employs approximately 170,000 people worldwide. Global revenues in 2009 were $35 billion. For more information visit http://www.canon.com.
"Oce" and the Oce logo are registered trademarks, and "Oce VariaDot" is a trademark, of Oce-Technologies B.V. "Oce Arizona" is a registered trademark of Oce Display Graphics Systems. All product and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks and are the property of their owners and are respectfully acknowledged.
CONTACT: Kelli Ramirez, Director of Communications of Oce Display Graphics Systems, direct tel +1-530-346-2146, mobile tel +1-530-305-5347, kelli.ramirez@oce.com
The FarStar Company presents: Coffee and Blood: Love Letters Between the Dead
PRAGUE, Nov. 30, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- What do you do when all nine of your dead wives start sending you love letters? You run towards hell - because it will be a lot quieter there than it is here!
You'd rather have a fistfight with a skyscraper-sized demon than face your nearly departed again! You'd rather be stuck between warring bands of angels, and cursing dead Gods than to be confronted by the invisible women in your life. "Real women: They mate savagely, and forever."
The classic series of horror and erotica, "Coffee and Blood" is based on the private and personal diaries of Jefferson Milton Davis, and covers his first 756 years of life as an angel, demon, vampire, ghost, mystic, musician, and author. After that ... no one is really certain. To quote Jefferson: "God is Love - and she charges by the hour."
The first two volumes of the popular "Coffee and Blood: Love Letters Between the Dead" series are now available both as eBook, and as Paperback - just in time for Christmas at coffeeandblood.com.
Volume One: "The Dead Have Needs Too"
Volume Two: "A Man must have his Women to love without limits, or he dies"
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The FarStar Company, s.r.o., Publishers (Czech Republic; New Zealand; USA) started in 1980 as a ghost writing house in Hollywood, California, and is today the sole publisher of the "Coffee and Blood" series (books, merchandise, music, and video) based on the diaries of Jefferson Milton Davis.
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CONTACT: Communications of The FarStar
Company, s.r.o., Publishers, Prague,
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CONTACT: Ivana Bedrichova, Director of Communications of The FarStar Company, s.r.o., Publishers, +420 773 250 359, ivana@farstar-company.com.
Cox Communications Launches Premium Technical Support Service
'Cox Tech Solutions' offers support for computers, software, and electronic devices
WEST WARWICK, R.I., Nov. 30, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Cox Communications announced today the launch of Cox Tech Solutions (CTS) in Connecticut and Rhode Island, which provides premium Cox technical support service for High Speed Internet customers.
Cox Tech Solutions is a team of experienced technicians providing remote and in-home Cox technical support for home networking and peripheral equipment like computers, software, and other electronic devices.
"Our customers are very interested in receiving advanced technical support from Cox, a company they already know and trust," said Doreen Studley, vice president of marketing, Cox New England. "To address those customers, we've ensured our CTS team members are experts in diagnosing and repairing problems with computers and related peripherals."
Customers can choose from different types of Cox technical support services via phone, remote log-in, or in-home visits. In addition, they also have the option of subscribing to a premium service, which includes:
-- Resolution of computer crashes and removal of viruses or spyware
-- Installing and configuring new PC applications or peripheral devices
-- Configuration or repair of home networking
-- Resolution of operating system or software error messages
-- Other PC-related issues
Customers who subscribe to the $14.99 monthly service plan will have access to unlimited phone and remote log-in premium technical support, as well as discounted in-home services. The plan covers the entire family - up to four computers. The subscription requires an initial home computer tune-up at a discounted cost of $99.99.
Another aspect of the Cox Tech Solutions program is Cox PC Healthcheck, a free tool that provides an easy way for High Speed Internet customers to maintain optimal performance on their PCs, with quick access to advanced technical support if necessary. PC Healthcheck is accessible online via the Internet Tools portion of http://www.cox.com.
Cox Communications is a broadband communications and entertainment company, providing advanced digital video, Internet, telephone and wireless services over its own nationwide IP network. The third-largest U.S. cable TV company, Cox serves 6.2 million residences and businesses. Cox Business is a facilities-based provider of voice, video and data solutions for commercial customers, and Cox Media is a full-service provider of national and local cable spot and new media advertising. Cox is known for its pioneering efforts in cable telephone and commercial services, industry-leading customer care and its outstanding workplaces. For six years, Cox has been recognized as the top operator for women by Women in Cable Telecommunications; for five years, Cox has ranked among DiversityInc's Top 50 Companies for Diversity, and the company holds a perfect score in the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index. More information about Cox Communications, a wholly owned subsidiary of Cox Enterprises, is available at http://www.cox.com and http://www.coxmedia.com.
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Cox Communications
CONTACT: John Wolfe, +1-401-615-1710, john.wolfe@cox.com, or Amy Quinn, +1-401-615-1185, amy.quinn@cox.com, both of Cox Communications
Sieena and Microsoft Partner on the Promotion of the Windows Phone 7 Application Development
Microsoft chose Sieena to be one of the three companies in Mexico to help promote the development of applications for the new Windows Phone 7 platform.
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 30, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Sieena, a leading software development and IT outsourcing firm specializing in Microsoft technologies, today announced that it was chosen to be subject matter experts to help promote the new Windows Phone 7 in Mexico. Microsoft asked Sieena to help spread the word and illustrate how the Windows Phone 7 can help businesses capitalize on the large and growing mobile market.
With Windows Phone 7, Microsoft takes a fundamentally different approach to mobile software. The design synthesizes form and function--bringing together applications, services, and content with a common theme in a way that makes sense, so that everyday tasks are easier, with fewer steps.
"Sieena has been providing boot camps, workshops and webinars to help the promotion and development of applications for the new device," said Mauricio Duran, Sieena President. "Whether you're a developer, an independent software vendor, or a systems integrator, Windows Phone 7 can help you build a thriving mobility practice."
Sieena is recognized as one of the first companies to offer consulting services for the development and migrations of software applications to the Windows Phone 7 platform.
About Sieena
Sieena is an IT outsourcing software development firm specializing in Microsoft technologies. Headquartered in Los Angeles, CA, Sieena builds and maintains business-critical Web platforms and is a certified Microsoft Gold Partner. For more information visit http://www.sieena.com/nearshore-IT-outsourcing/Pages/Windows-Phone-7-development-for-your-business.aspx or for media inquiries contact Richie Matthews of DIALOGO at richie@dialogo.us.
About Windows Phone 7
Windows Phone 7 is a mobile operating system developed by Microsoft, which offers a new user interface and integrates the operating system with Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft SharePoint, and Microsoft Office. For further insight into the many benefits realized by Windows Phone 7, please visit http://www.microsoft.com/windowsphone/.
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Sieena
CONTACT: Richie Matthews of DIALOGO, richie@dialogo.us, for Sieena
Xplana Aims to Extend Student Success Everywhere with Mobile Application
COLUMBIA, Mo., Nov. 30, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Xplana, the social learning platform that is changing the way students manage their academic lives, has announced the release of its mobile application for the iPhone.
With the mobile application, Xplana continues extending the level of student success outside of traditional educational settings.
"One goal of Xplana is to create a place where students can manage all their learning materials in one spot, including resources culled from the Web," Rob Reynolds, Director of Product Design and Research for Xplana, said. "More importantly, we want to contextualize and enhance the learning they do online by establishing a place where students can study effectively and collaborate with other learners outside the classroom. With the new mobile app, we've given students the ability to study and be productive with Xplana anywhere they go."
Students who download the application will benefit from many of the same features available through the full Xplana platform. For instance, students can access all of their notes, videos, flashcards, and other resources they've added to Xplana while on their iPhone.
Additionally, students can create content via the app, including taking notes, recording audio and video clips of lectures, and snapping photos of whiteboards or other helpful study objects--turning their iPhone into a powerful learning tool. More importantly, the next time students log in to the Xplana website, all of those resources will automatically sync from the application to the platform.
When coupled with the utility the online platform already provides, Reynolds said the convenience of the Xplana mobile app will be a substantial draw for the busy college student.
"We know students' schedules are demanding and they're always on the move," Reynolds said. "Many work jobs--often full time--to put themselves through college, which of course is a full-time endeavor in its own regard. We don't want to penalize them for having full schedules, so we've designed the Xplana mobile app for simplicity, convenience, and to support studying anytime, anywhere."
Reynolds added that Xplana will soon release a mobile app for Android devices as well.
Registered Xplana users interested in downloading the iPhone mobile app can do so completely free of charge at the iTunes Store. Those interested in learning more or registering for a free Xplana account should visit http://www.xplana.com.
About Xplana
Xplana is an online social learning platform that connects learners to content andcommunities. Owned by MBS Service Company, Inc., the platform is free to students and features an open, modular architecturethat provides an organized learning context for useful learning content and tools scatteredabout the Web. It simplifies the learning process by connecting students' informallearning outside of the classroom with the formal platforms and structures of schools andinstitutions. Additionally, Xplana serves as an access and distribution point for premiumcontent from educational publishers and other premium content providers, targeted to thespecific academic subject need of the student.
For more information about Xplana, visit http://www.xplana.com or contact Rob Reynolds at RReynolds@xplana.com or 573-239-9025. You can access a digital press kit at http://media.xplana.com.
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Xplana
CONTACT: Rob Reynolds, +1-573-239-9025, RReynolds@xplana.com
Morningstar.com Launches Free Mobile Application for Android Smartphones
CHICAGO, Nov. 30, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- To help investors track their portfolios and monitor the markets from any location, Morningstar, Inc. (Nasdaq: MORN), a leading provider of independent investment research, has launched its latest free mobile Morningstar.com application for smartphones and devices running on Google's Android platform.
The Android app also shares the major features of other Morningstar.com mobile applications, including investing ideas, company information and tickers, a quick search function, and the ability to view Morningstar's ratings for stocks and funds.
"Being on the go shouldn't keep an investor from accessing the Morningstar data, research, and analysis needed to help make better investment decisions," said Kunal Kapoor, president of individual software at Morningstar. "We've worked with our customers to deliver a mobile app for Android that meets their needs and offers new functionality in addition to the popular features of our Apple and BlackBerry mobile applications."
Users can also view performance charts for stocks, funds, exchange-traded funds and indexes; access the Morningstar Market Barometer(SM)( )and data on each of the Morningstar fund categories; and track securities from global markets with listings of gainers, losers and most active. Additionally, users may sync to, create, and edit their Morningstar.com portfolios and watch lists and research both U.S. and Canadian securities and Asian and European indexes. Morningstar.com Premium subscribers can access Morningstar's independent analyst research reports through a subscriber log-in portal.
Designed specifically for the Android platform, the Morningstar.com mobile app allows users to tap ticker names on the screen to access real-time quotes and find the latest news articles related to their portfolios. A horizontal view of the screen reveals additional data points and information about holdings, and tapping on column headers enables sorting of holdings by that data point. The app is supported on all Android devices with Firmware version 1.5 or higher.
Morningstar now has mobile applications available for all three major mobile device platforms--Android, BlackBerry, and Apple iPhone and iPod Touch. Morningstar's iPhone app was launched in 2009 and has been downloaded more than 115,000 times, while approximately 95,000 users have downloaded Morningstar's BlackBerry application, which was released in the spring of 2010. The BlackBerry app was recently honored as one of the top "Regional Selections" in the 2010 BlackBerry Partners Fund Super Apps Developer Challenge.
Morningstar is developing another application designed specifically for the Apple iPad and expects to release it during the first half of 2011.
Investors can download the app at no cost from the Android Market or from Morningstar's site. Instructions to download the app via text, e-mail or web browser, along with additional information, can be found at: http://mobileapps.morningstar.com/mobile2/android.aspx.
About Morningstar, Inc.
Morningstar, Inc. is a leading provider of independent investment research in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. The company offers an extensive line of Internet, software, and print-based products and services for individuals, financial advisors, and institutions. Morningstar provides data on approximately 370,000 investment offerings, including stocks, mutual funds, and similar vehicles, along with real-time global market data on more than 4 million equities, indexes, futures, options, commodities, and precious metals, in addition to foreign exchange and Treasury markets. The company has operations in 26 countries.
GroupPrice Launches Group Buying for Small Businesses
Enables the buying or selling of software and services quickly and easily
REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Nov. 30, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- To help small business owners save time and money in getting the software and services they need to grow online, GroupPrice (http://www.GroupPrice.com) launched today, putting the power of group buying in the hands of small businesses. Designed to increase profit by helping buyers cut costs and sellers find new customers, GroupPrice offers a range of software and services from well-known brands geared specifically to help small businesses grow online.
GroupPrice offers weekly deals at up to 60 percent off regular price targeted specifically to small businesses to help them:
-- go online--with website design, copywriting and e-commerce services,
hosting and more;
-- grow online--with email marketing, search engine optimization, online
advertising, mobile apps and more; and
-- manage online--with online accounting and bill pay, online backup and
security services.
"GroupPrice takes the hassle out of finding the software and services small business owners need and lets them lock in a low price that drops even lower as more of the group commits to buy," said Van Jepson, CEO of GroupPrice. "And, sellers can now build to order and take risk out of the cash flow."
Lock in a Great Deal that Only Gets Better as More Businesses Buy
Similar to GroupOn, which uses a daily deal tipping-point strategy where a certain number of consumer members must commit to buy at a set price for the deal to be "on," GroupPrice employs a weekly deal target-price strategy. Business members can set the price at which they commit to buy, and with each new member who commits, the price goes lower. When a deal is posted, members can reserve the deal to lock in the limited-time offer, then share it within their business network and watch the price go lower. Reserving a price gives harried business owners time to research, compare and collaborate to ensure the software or service meets their needs without missing out on a great limited-time deal.
"We've eliminated the guesswork and risk in the buying process by offering only pre-qualified deals from trusted companies that can help small businesses save time and reduce costs," Jepson said.
The company also offers a "Profit Points" frequent buyer program, similar to an airline's frequent flyer program, which allows customers to save even more with every purchase and member referral they complete.
Instant Time to Market and Targeted Channel for Businesses who Sell
For businesses with software and services geared toward the small business market, GroupPrice provides a highly targeted channel to quickly launch promotions and deals into this growing business segment. With GroupPrice, businesses can offer tailored pricing models and selling benefits without directly competing with their other channels. And, the GroupPrice system can help businesses better balance supply and demand with more accurate insights of short-term group-buying demand.
GroupPrice is continuously adding new limited-time deals to its offering at the request of business members and through its free vendor self-signup at http://www.groupprice.com/scripts/vendorreg.asp.
GroupPrice offers software and services that help small businesses grow online. A free social commerce platform, GroupPrice brings small business customers and vendors together to leverage the power of group buying with discounts of up to 60 percent. GroupPrice is headquartered in Redwood City, Calif. For more information, visit http://www.groupprice.com or call 408-335-0281.
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GroupPrice
CONTACT: Mindy Franklin of SS | PR, 1-800-287-2279, ext: 9328, for GroupPrice
RICHMOND, Va., Nov. 30, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- CityParking Inc. announced today a revolutionary new service that will allow residents and visitors in Richmond to save time and money by using their mobile phone to pay for parking.
"We are very excited to bring the convenience of pay by phone for parking to Richmond. It fits in well with the expanded use of smart phone technologies and applications. For our parking customers, it will definitely offer them a virtual form of paying for their parking that is both convenient and practical. Our customers can use their cell phones or smart phone apps to pay for a parking space instead of fishing in their pockets or wallets or purses for cash or credit cards," said David J. Sharrar, President of CityParking Inc.
CityParking Inc. will officially launch their pay by phone service on December 1, 2010. Their customers are being invited to stop by for information and to sign up for the service on the CityParking lot at the corner of 8th & Cary. CityParking Inc. owners and their technology partners will be on hand to demonstrate the pay by phone service, answer questions and assist with customer sign-ups.
"CityParking Inc. is leveraging the cloud computing environment to enhance the way parking is managed. We are proving how the technologies that have been rapidly deployed in recent months down to the personal level can be incorporated into the parking experience and improve pricing and access to parking at the consumer level," said Gloria K. Sharrar, principal owner and former Senior Vice President of Technology and Operations at Bank of America. "This is a game-changer for Richmond's downtown parking. We are the first parking operator in Virginia to offer the pay by phone service for our parking lots."
"We are already finding that customers are enthusiastic about the launch of the pay by phone option," said Mr. Sharrar. "In addition to the payment convenience, we anticipate that customers will spend less time driving around to find parking, which will save them time and is good for the environment. Plus pay by phone is paperless."
Pay By Phone will be available in over 700 parking spaces in downtown Richmond. All pay by phone locations will offer discounted rates during evening and weekend hours.
"We want our fellow Richmonders to visit downtown during the holiday season with their friends, their kids, their families and we think pay by phone parking will encourage them to come enjoy free events or CenterStage performances or just walking around and enjoying the urban ambiance," said Mr. Sharrar, adding, "And all it takes is signing up and a cell phone!"
About CityParking Inc.
A woman-owned, SWaM certified business, CityParking Inc. is the largest locally-owned private parking operator in Richmond, Virginia, working with over 2,900 parking spaces in 23 locations downtown. The management team has over 50 years of combined professional parking management experience. Ms. Sharrar, Principal, has more than 25 years of IT management, systems development and business recovery experience on a national and international scope. The ownership team prides itself on providing personalized attention to their clients and customers.
About Parkmobile
Parkmobile is a leading global provider of seamlessly integrated end-to-end solutions for pay by phone parking and digital parking permits. With millions of registered users, Parkmobile is available in more than 100 cities worldwide. Parkmobile USA was founded in Atlanta, Georgia and has become one of the largest providers of cashless parking systems in the United States. The company's call center, engineering team and corporate headquarters are located in the U.S. For additional information, please visit http://www.parkmobile.com.
Asset Campus Housing Unveils the First Student Housing iPhone Application
HOUSTON, Nov. 30, 2010/PRNewswire/ -- Asset Campus Housing ("ACH") is set to launch the first ever student housing iPhone application in January of 2011. Today, smartphones are the standard device that consumers are using in order to stay in communication with friends, family, classes and now their living facilities thanks to the ACH app.
Prospective residents will be able to download the app for free from the iTunes stores and receive resourceful information about ACH and each of their student housing properties located nationwide. ACH designed the application to make the overall leasing experience more convenient for their clientele by including photographs of each property, floor plans, scheduled rates and contact information all on a single app. The ACH application will also provide prospective residents with an interactive map that directs viewers from their current location to the property's exact location.
The company extends their motto of "providing the ultimate living experience" by tailoring the application to each resident being able to select their property under the app's ACH portfolio page and save it on their iPhone as "My Property." The "My Property" page keeps each resident informed of the latest news and social activities that pertain to their property by sending a direct alert to the user's iPhone. This page also alleviates any inconvenience for residents needing to come to the front desk to make payments or submit maintenance requests since they will be able to do so from virtually anywhere.
The ACH iPhone application is yet another initiative for the company to remain the most innovative leader in today's student housing industry. During 2010, ACH has rolled out a variety of tech-savvy programs including a new SMS text messaging system that has revolutionized the way the company communicates with student residents and prospects, as well as an online survey system that analyzes college students' biggest demands for off-campus housing.
ACH is enthusiastically responding to Generation Y's demand for quick and easy communication by releasing the new iPhone application. The company expects to see a tremendous growth in traffic amongst prospective residents and an increase in resident retention with the unveiling of the ACH iPhone app.
Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Asset Campus Housing, Inc. ("ACH") is an affiliate of Houston-based Asset Plus Companies, a third party property management firm specializing in real estate services for investors, developers, and owners. Asset Campus Housing manages a student housing portfolio of 50+ properties, exceeding 30,000 beds located throughout the United States.
Crave Games Ships Deadliest Catch: Sea of Chaos to Retail Outlets Nationwide
Action and Strategy Game Available Now for Microsoft Xbox 360, Wii and PlayStation®3 System
SANTA ANA, Calif., Nov. 30, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Crave Games, the full-service publishing division of Fillpoint LLC, one of the videogame industries' leading providers of online distribution, fulfillment, and e-commerce services for national retailers, today announced that the Deadliest Catch: Sea of Chaos(TM) game has shipped to retailers worldwide for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, the Wii(TM) system from Nintendo and the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system. Developed by DoubleTap, the gamecaptures the drama and excitement of the Discovery Channel's Emmy-winning, #1 series Deadliest Catch, challenging players to take on the world's toughest job, crab fishing. The game is now available at retail stores nationwide for a suggested retail price of $49.99 for Xbox 360 and PlayStation®3 and $39.99 for Wii. In memory of the late Captain Phil Harris, a portion of the proceeds from the sales of the game will be donated to the Seattle Fishermen's Memorial.
Deadliest Catch: Sea of Chaos combines strategy and action as players chart a course through the unforgiving Bering Sea on a quest for opilio and king crab. To begin, players choose a boat to command for a season and strategically decide where and when to harvest the crab. The action comes when it is time to successfully retrieve crab pots from an angry sea. Players will test their skills in the real-life situations that captains and crew encounter daily, including setting pots, repairing the ship, sorting the catch and even rescuing men overboard.
Deadliest Catch: Sea of Chaos also provides plenty of ways to connect with the TV show for loyal fans, including competing with or against the real-life captains, hiring the actual crewmembers and fish the authentic boats from the show. The game includes a special video tribute to Captain Phil and the PlayStation®3 version features the new Move support as well.
Based in Santa Ana, California, Crave Games, a wholly owned subsidiary of Fillpoint LLC, is a full-service video game publisher for Wii(TM), Nintendo DS(TM), the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, and the Xbox 360(TM) video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. For more information about Crave Games please visit http://www.cravegames.com.
About Fillpoint LLC
Headquartered in Malta, New York, Fillpoint LLC is a leading video game distributor in both on-line and in-store distribution. Fillpoint is a leader in direct to consumer fulfillment of video game product for most national e-commerce retailers and a leading video game distributor in North America selling video game product to top retailers and holding exclusive distribution contracts with various veteran publishers. For more information about Fillpoint LLC please visit http://www.fillpointsvg.com.
About Discovery Communications
Discovery Communications is the world's number-one nonfiction media company reaching more than 1.5 billion cumulative subscribers in over 170 countries. Discovery empowers people to explore their world and satisfy their curiosity through 100-plus worldwide networks, led by Discovery Channel, TLC, Animal Planet, Science Channel, Planet Green, Investigation Discovery and HD Theater, as well as leading consumer and educational products and services, and a diversified portfolio of digital media services including HowStuffWorks. Discovery Communications is owned by Discovery Holding Company (Nasdaq: DISCA, DISCB), Advance/Newhouse Communications and John S. Hendricks, Discovery's founder and chairman. For more information, please visit http://www.discoverycommunications.com
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New, fast and easy ways to make deposits to the OneAccount, come from student feedback
NEW HAVEN, Conn., Nov. 30, 2010 /PRNewswire/ --Higher One, Inc., a technology and payment services company focused on higher education, announced today that it is adding new features to the OneAccount, the optional, no minimum balance, no monthly fee, FDIC Insured checking account. These new features include two new ways to make deposits.
"These new features of the OneAccount came about as the result of our dialogue with the students we serve," explained Dean Hatton, President and Chief Executive Officer of Higher One. "Our focus on consumer-led innovation and near obsession on keeping our cost structure low has enabled us to provide what we believe to be an account that meets students' needs while costing about half of what it can cost them to maintain any other checking account."
Some of the new OneAccount features include:
-- Mobile Source Capture- Higher One has enlisted accountholders to beta
test a new, innovative feature that allows account holders to deposit
checks using a downloadable app on their Smartphone by taking a picture
of both sides of a signed check and uploading it for deposit.
-- EasyDeposit(SM) - Like turning a flat-bed scanner into an ATM.
OneAccount holders can scan both sides of their signed check and follow
the instructions on their computer screen to make a deposit.
-- Direct to Bank- OneAccount holders can make deposits through Western
Union to their OneAccounts.
-- Mobile-friendly website - Students will be better able to access
information about their accounts anytime, anywhere from their
Smartphones.
-- Free Online Bill Pay - Allows students to pay bills online by generating
a check or electronic online payment. Students can use their OneAccount
to make payments anywhere in U.S.
-- Financial Literacy - Through multiple channels (Money 101, Money
Makeover Contests and Higher One's Financial Literacy and Consumer
Advocacy Manager) Higher One helps students manage their money and
answer any financial questions they may have.
-- Fewer NSF Fees -The OneAccount has implemented a daily NSF fee cap for
checks, and does not issue any NSF fees for one-time debit card
transactions, or NSF fees after an account is overdrawn 60 days.
"The students we work with are great because they are able to clearly articulate which enhancements would make their lives easier," said Noreen Pfadenhauer, Vice President Consumer Marketing at Higher One. "They are also not shy about experimenting with new features and helping to ensure that the OneAccount fits the lifestyles of a diverse range of college students."
Since Higher One was founded in 2000 by three college undergraduates in an on-campus apartment, the company has kept the lines of communication open for students to provide feedback on Higher One's services. Higher One regularly surveys the more than 1.5 million OneAccount holders, maintains a student blog called Game Time, constantly updates a Facebook page with more than 6,600 followers, regularly meets with a Student Advisory Board where new ideas are discussed, and sends campus relations coordinators to campuses across the country to obtain feedback and work with students.
These efforts have paid off in a big way, according to Chief Services Officer, Casey McGuane. "As a result of our pursuit of student feedback, we have achieved a 98% client retention rating and an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau," he stated.
Higher One was an early provider of features like mobile message alerts to help students keep better track of their bank account balances and the ability to email money from OneAccount to OneAccount.
Founded in 2000, Higher One, Inc., a subsidiary of Higher One Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: ONE), is a leading company focused on helping college business offices manage operations and provide enhanced service to students. Through a full array of services from refunds, payments, electronic billing, payment plans and more, Higher One works closely with colleges and universities to ensure students receive Financial Aid refunds quickly, can pay tuition and bills online, make on-campus and community purchases, and learn the basics of financial management.
Higher One provides its services to distinguished public and private higher education institutions throughout the country to approximately 4.8 million students. More information about Higher One can be found at HigherOne.com.
Higher One offers the OneAccount through The Bancorp Bank. Member FDIC.
TakeCharge Technologies, Inc. Delivers Enhanced Compliance, Better Visibility, Decreased Risk and Increased Cost Savings for VSE Corporation's P-Card and Payables Programs
ALEXANDRIA, Va., Nov. 30, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- TakeCharge Technologies, Inc. (TakeCharge) has been chosen by VSE Corporation (VSE) to provide a credit card optimization solution. Benefits include web-based automated audit and reconciliation, reduced risk and increased spend savings for VSE's travel and purchasing card programs.
TakeCharge's ProCharge product offers a quick and easy way to initiate cost reduction, audit and optimize Procure-to-Pay (P2P) programs without expensive capital investments and lengthy implementation efforts. ProCharge seamlessly connects disparate enterprise applications including procurement, general ledger, human resources, travel and expense, and banking systems into one intuitive actionable view.
ProCharge delivers cost saving operational improvements including automated reconciliation, continuous controls monitoring, business rule driven audits, alerts and dashboard analysis. VSE is using this combination to accelerate compliance and reduce costs by integrating data from their American Express, MasterCard, Puridiom Purchasing and Deltek systems. As a result, VSE is seeing more efficient Travel and P-Card management and reconciliation. VSE managers see costs prior to the receiving bills. This improves oversight, decreases cycle times, and provides better visibility of total project costs - helping drive positive results in operating margins.
"Increased confidence and efficiencies in our Travel and P-Card programs have been a direct result of TakeCharge," notes VSE Chief Information Officer (CIO) Dave Chivers. Mr. Chivers continues, "ProCharge has the capabilities to deliver operational, time and cost savings to support our business requirements today and as it evolves." In the recent months, VSE has been awarded multiple transportation and energy contracts from government agencies including the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, U.S. Department of the Treasury, U.S. Department of Energy and U.S. Army.
With ProCharge providing the support needed for ensuring compliance, VSE looks forward to increased savings and minimized risk for managing their programs. VSE cardholders, managers and auditors will benefit from visibility of total transactional costs at the project level. Automating of credit card cost allocation will improve operational efficiencies, while eliminating risk of misuse and reinforcing compliance.
VSE is a diversified Federal Services company of choice with over 50 years of experience in solving issues of global significance with integrity, agility, and value. VSE is dedicated to making its clients successful by delivering talented people and innovative solutions for logistics, engineering, IT services, construction management and consulting. For additional information on VSE services and products, please see the Company's web site at http://www.vsecorp.com or contact Randy Hollstein, VSE Corporate Vice President of Sales and Marketing, at (703) 329-3206.
TakeCharge Technologies, Inc. helps organizations gain control of spend. ProCharge technology delivers financial improvements by integrating purchasing, financial, travel and expense and accounting data and processes in an intuitive, proactive, automated solution that continuously monitors, drives down costs, and eliminates risk. For more information, visit http://www.takechargetech.com
MD On-Line Acquires Electronic Health Records Company Healthware Solutions LLC
Acquisition Allows MD On-Line Providers Access to Established Electronic Health Records Solution in Advance of January 1, 2011 Government Stimulus Funds Initiative
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Nov. 30, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- MD On-Line, a proven leader in enabling interoperable electronic data interchange (EDI) transactions between healthcare insurance companies and healthcare providers, today announced that it has acquired Healthware Solutions LLC, whose e-Chart software has already been developed, used and proven to improve efficiency and provide ready access to electronic medical records for medical practices of all specialties and of all sizes. The acquisition gives existing MD On-Line customer access to a proven EHR system in advance of the government stimulus funds set to become available for Meaningful Use Certified EHR solutions beginning in 2011.
According to Bill Bartzak, President of MD On-Line, Healthware and its e-Chart solution is the perfect product for the EHR future and the core base of MD On-Line customers. "We have been searching for the right product to keep our customers ahead of the curve on electronic health records and the e-Chart solution is by far the best one we have found," says Bartzak. He added, "We are excited about the ability to make this product available to our customers, and to the ability to link health records into our claims processing solution for a totally integrated EDI experience." The other major factor in our decision was that this is an EMR for doctors written by a practicing doctor.
As part of the deal, Dr. Richard Goldstein, a practicing Internal Medicine physician and one of the key architects of the e-Chart solution, will join MD On-Line while continuing in his multi-office practice that has used the Healthware solution since its inception. Dr. Goldstein will continue to play a similar role at MD On-Line, overseeing technical enhancements to the software.
Part of the strength of the e-Chart solution is that it was developed by physicians and has been in use by a number of physicians for years. "While so many new solutions are just that - new solutions - the e-Chart product is one solution that has been vetted in real offices by real doctors for years," said Bartzak. He added, "It truly is the right product at the right time and we are excited about the ability to bring it to our customers as stimulus funding provides the incentive for them to embrace EDI on a larger scale."
The MD On-Line team will begin offering the e-Chart solution in early 2011.
About MD On-Line
Award winning MD On-Line Inc. is a leading provider of electronic data interchange (EDI) solutions that facilitate the critical connection between doctors and payers. Its offerings enable electronic data capture and entry, and claim and transactional data submission to payers. Co-branded and endorsed by more than 30 major insurers and increasing its presence in providers' offices of all sizes, MD On-Line is transacting the business of healthcare, helping to make the healthcare system significantly more cost-effective by eradicating inefficiencies. In addition to claims processing, MD On-Line offers real-time services for eligibility verification, referrals, claim status inquiries, and electronic remittance advice (ERAs). Its "all-payer" EDI solutions encompass a network of more than 2,000 payer organizations and are used by more than 45,000 healthcare providers nationwide. For additional information visit http://www.mdon-line.com.
DynaVox Mayer-Johnson and Autism-Community.com Partner to Provide Autism Resources and Information for Families
New Website Makes it Easier for Families to Access Important Information
PITTSBURGH, Nov. 30, 2010 /PRNewswire/ --DynaVox Mayer-Johnson and Autism-Community.com are collaborating to bring expanded resources and networking opportunities to families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders. This relationship brings together the world's leading provider of speech-generating devices and symbol-adapted special education software used to assist individuals in overcoming speech, language and learning challenges, and the popular website that provides resources to families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders, educators, and other professionals providing services or care to individuals with autism.
The most ambitious aspect of this partnership involves the redesign of Autism-Community.com. Launched this month, the new Autism-Community.com delivers more robust information on a variety of autism-related topics. New features of the site include:
-- Extensive resources and information about autism, Applied Behavior
Analysis (ABA), augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), data
collection, evidence-based interventions and alternative interventions.
-- A Community Center where visitors can ask questions, learn about autism
and employment, search for local and national autism events and
recreation opportunities, and connect with other families and
professionals supporting individuals with autism.
-- Expanded functionality and new navigation that make it easier for
visitors to find the information they are seeking.
"We believe that our strengths as individual organizations blend together nicely," said DynaVox Mayer-Johnson President and COO, Michelle Heying. "DynaVox Mayer-Johnson's partnership with Autism-Community.com will allow us to reach more families and raise awareness of the wide range of tools and strategies that are available to help support individuals with autism in all areas of life."
DynaVox is providing clinical and technical expertise to support Autism-Community.com, while Abby Twyman, founder of Autism-Community.com and board certified behavior analyst, will continue editing, providing content to and moderating the site.
"DynaVox's support of Autism-Community.com will provide visitors to the site with a better experience," said Abby Twyman, founder and editor, Autism-Community.com. "The company brings a wealth of robust resources the autism community will find to be very helpful, as well as great technical expertise that will enhance the functionality of the site."
DynaVox Inc. (Nasdaq: DVOX) is a publicly traded holding company with its headquarters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, whose primary operating entities are DynaVox Systems LLC and Mayer-Johnson LLC. DynaVox is the leading provider of speech generating devices and symbol-adapted special education software used to assist individuals in overcoming their speech, language and learning challenges. These solutions are designed to help individuals who have complex communication and learning needs participate in the home, classroom and community. Our mission is to enable our customers to realize their full communication and education potential by developing industry-leading devices, software and content and by providing the services to support them. We assist individuals, families, and professionals with an extensive field support organization, as well as centralized technical and reimbursement support. For more information, visit http://www.dynavoxtech.com.
NEW PALTZ, N.Y., Nov. 30, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Total Webcasting, a provider of Webcasting products and services has rolled out a new 'fleet' of their proprietary TW Mediacarts, a portable Webcasting system that makes it possible for a single operator to run a full service, live event with multiple cameras and multi channel audio. Having completed hundreds of live productions with the first generation system, Total Webcasting used the ongoing experiences to refine their flagship product.
Beginning with a newly engineered shell, the carts are now fabricated from steel with enhancements to its interlock system and improved suspension for better transport. A reconfiguration of the components makes it easier for the single operator to manage the twelve channels of audio while controlling up to six robotic cameras for long periods of time without fatigue. Completing the enhancements is a rebuild of the media encoder including solid state hard drives.
According to Robert Feldman, President of Total Webcasting, "the TW Mediacart has made it possible for us to send one Technician in a car to do a production that would have otherwise taken four or more people with a truck. This economy of scale and minimal logistical arrangements has allowed our customers to expand their Webcasting initiatives and in some cases they have designed entire business models around our capabilities."
About Total Webcasting
Total Webcasting continues to provide on line video solutions to its rapidly growing customer base. The Total Webcasting Solution combines proprietary hardware with a robust SaS Content Management System. For more information contact Total Webcasting at info@totalwebcasting.com or visit the website at http://www.totalwebcasting.com
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Total Webcasting
CONTACT: Robert Feldman, +1-845-883-0909, rfeldman@totalwebcasting.com
Majesco Entertainment Announces 'Zumba Fitness® The Video Game' Is Now Available on Wii(TM), Kinect for Xbox 360 and PlayStation®Move Motion Controller
Shake Up Your Workout with an Interactive Dance-Fitness Party(TM)!
EDISON, N.J., Nov. 30, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Majesco Entertainment Company (Nasdaq: COOL), an innovative provider of video games for the mass market, today announced the availability of the Zumba Fitness® interactive video game at retailers nationwide for the Wii(TM) system from Nintendo, Kinect for the Xbox 360® and PlayStation®Move motion controller for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system. This one-of-a-kind exercise program pairs Latin rhythms with red-hot international dance steps so you can have a blast as you party your way into shape.
"We are incredibly excited to bring Zumba Fitness to market," said Jesse Sutton, Chief Executive Officer, Majesco. "Between the infectious music, dynamic routines and colorful aesthetic, the game brings a true dance fitness party home to living rooms everywhere. As a bonus it also helps players achieve their own fitness goals, which is why the Zumba® program has successfully converted more than 10 million people to date."
In the Zumba exer-game,players can learn and perfect nine different dance styles: Reggaeton, Merengue, Salsa, Cumbia, Hip-Hop, Mambo, Rumba, Flamenco and Calypso. The game features 30 infectious music tracks and routines--some exclusive to the game--led by Zumba creator Beto and celebrity instructors Gina Grant and Tanya Beardsley. No matter what your skill level, the Zumba Fitness® video game is accessible to all with Learn the Steps training, plus Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced routines in five dynamic venues. As you hit each move in rhythm with your on-screen Zumba instructor, the stage transforms into a high voltage party atmosphere with special effects and additional on stage dancers. Players can throw a fitness-party at home with up to three other players, or take the party online with up to 8 via PlayStation®Network and Xbox LIVE® online entertainment network play. All three versions of the game let players dance hands-free: Kinect for Xbox 360 is controller free, and the Wii and PlayStation®Move motion controller versions ship with an exclusive Zumba Fitness Belt that tracks players' hip movements as they dance.
Developed by Pipeworks Software, Zumba Fitness® for Wii(TM), Kinect for Xbox 360 and PlayStation®Move motion controller is rated E and is now available for the suggested retail price of $49.99 on Kinect for Xbox 360, and $39.99 on Wii and PlayStation®Move motion controller. To watch the launch trailer and find out more, please visit http://www.ZumbaFitnessGame.com.
A Zumba Fitness® title updateon Kinect for Xbox 360 is expected to be available for download in the coming weeks.
About Zumba®
The Zumba® program is a fitness party with a contagious blend of Latin and international rhythms that provides a fun and effective workout to a global community, either at home or in the gym. Through exhilarating, high calorie-burning fitness classes, Zumba Fitness® has helped melt the pounds and inches off more than 10 million Zumba-enthusiasts in 110 countries. Using easy-to-follow moves and exotic, high-energy music, Zumba routines successfully tone and sculpt the body while burning fat. Zumba classes are available at 90,000 locations worldwide and feature specialty options including Zumba Gold® classes for active older adults and deconditioned participants, Zumba® Toning, Zumbatomic® for kids and Aqua Zumba®, the "pool party" workout. For a home-based workout, The Zumba Fitness Total Body Transformation System is available in a four-disc DVD collection featuring Beto, the creator of the Zumba® program. Other offerings include Zumbawear(TM) apparel and accessories, the Zumba Fitness video game as well as music soundtracks. For more information, to find a class, or to purchase Zumba Fitness merchandise, please visit http://www.zumba.com.
About Majesco Entertainment Company
Majesco Entertainment Company is a provider of video games for the mass market. Building on more than 20 years of operating history, the company is focused on developing and publishing a wide range of casual and family oriented video games on Kinect for Xbox 360®, PlayStation®Move motion controller, Wii(TM), Nintendo DS(TM) and other leading systems. Product highlights include Cooking Mama(TM), Babysitting Mama(TM), TETRIS® Party Deluxe and Zumba Fitness®. The company's shares are traded on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol: COOL. Majesco is headquartered in Edison, NJ and has an international office in Bristol, UK. More info can be found online at http://www.majescoentertainment.com or on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/majesco.
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CONTACT: Marina Beck of Rogers & Cowan, +1-310-854-8192, mbeck@rogersandcowan.com, for Majesco Entertainment Company
Just In Time for Holidays, National Gift Card Corp. Introduces New Digital Gift Card Program
NGCecodes to offer convenience of electronic delivery
CRYSTAL LAKE, Ill., Nov. 30, 2010 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- National Gift Card Corporation (NGC) today announced the launch of its new NGCecodes program, which allows gift card customers the ability to order and deliver digital gift cards via e-mail directly to recipients.
Company officials said today's launch is timely, given the start of the busy holiday season and the increase in mail and other shipping volume. With the new program, gift card recipients won't have to wait for "snail mail" to start enjoying the rewards and awards they have earned through incentive and loyalty programs.
In addition, digital gift cards delivered through the secure NGCecodes platform are as easy to use as traditional gift cards, whether the recipient redeems the gift card code at an online shopping site or a traditional brick and mortar establishment.
"Many terms are used to describe digital or electronic gift cards, including ecodes, e-certificates, e-gift cards or virtual gift cards," said NGC President Adam Van Witzenburg. "No matter what you call them, rewards issued to the recipient via e-mail are an increasingly popular option for purchasers who seek a more streamlined, convenient, flexible and 'green' approach to offering gift cards as rewards or incentives."
Van Witzenburg noted the NGCecodes program offers a variety of major retail and dining gift cards available for electronic delivery. Customers may choose to purchase bulk quantities for their own delivery, or have NGC handle delivery via its individual fulfillment program. Customization options are also available.
For more information about NGCecodes, contact NGC at 888-472-8747, or visit http://www.ngc-group.com.
About National Gift Card Corp.: National Gift Card Corp. (NGC) is the leading marketer and supplier of gift cards for use in loyalty, incentive and rewards programs. The agency offers more than 175 major retail, restaurant and prepaid cards along with full-service marketing support, secure online ordering, distribution, fulfillment services and customized programs designed to reach each client's specific objectives. NGC continues to develop innovative technology solutions and delivers the best value to its customers. National Gift Card is headquartered in Illinois with sales offices in Florida, Colorado and California. To learn more about National Gift Card Corp., please visit http://www.ngc-group.com or call 888-472-8747.
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Incentives Advisors, SnagAJob.com Help Hourly Employers Maximize Tax Credits
Integrated program captures more than 170 hiring incentives that save employers money
TEMPE, Ariz., Nov. 30, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Incentives Advisors (IA) http://www.incentivesadvisors.com, a national company that specializes in turning HR departments into profit centers by identifying, administering and securing hiring-related government incentives, today announced a partnership with SnagAJob.com, America's largest hourly job website, to make it easy for hourly employers to capture hiring incentives.
SnagAJob.com will add to its suite of hourly hiring solutions by integrating IA's comprehensive tax-credit questionnaire within Sysdine - SnagAJob.com's proprietary, low-cost, web-based hourly talent management system. In one glance, hourly employers can determine whether or not applicants are a good fit and if they would qualify the employer for tax credits.
"If there is a program available in the county or state where an employee is applying, IA's dynamic screening questionnaire will screen for it," said Bill Becker, CEO of Incentives Advisors. "In fact, in the past six months, 60 percent of applicants who have taken the IA questionnaire have been eligible for one or more tax credit programs."
IA's offering not only captures the HIRE Act and Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) federal programs, but also screens for more than 170 local and state hiring-related incentive programs.
"We chose IA because of its expertise in nationwide tax credits and incentives, as well as its comprehensive technology that captures every program throughout the United States," said Amanda Richardson, SVP of Product at SnagAJob.com. "Adding IA will give an immediate boost to our hourly employers looking to reduce costs by receiving government incentives."
How it works
As part of the job application process, candidates complete a 30-second, tax-screening questionnaire, which varies based on the candidate's/hiring location address. The eligibility results are then displayed for the hiring manager within Sysdine, along with the pre-populated tax credit forms. Next, the hiring manager has the eligible new hire sign the forms and submits them to IA, which manages the process from there.
Why employers love it
"It's easy," said Don Potvin, Executive Vice President, Training and Quality Assurance, for America's Incredible Pizza Company. "We screen applicants in just 30 seconds within our online application, and we print tax forms for eligible hires only, eliminating 90 percent of the paperwork we would normally process with tax credit screening. The monthly service fee can also be budgeted, which is more cost-effective than traditional contingent-fee pricing."
Other benefits include maximized tax credits since 100 percent of candidates completing the online application are presented with the tax credit questionnaire, and forms are already pre-populated with the rest of the hiring packet. By leveraging technology, IA also can easily capture lucrative retroactive credits from the beginning of the year.
The integrated offering is available immediately to existing or new SnagAJob.com Sysdine clients.
About Incentives Advisors
Incentives Advisors (IA) is a privately held company headquartered in Tempe, Arizona. IA is the industry leader in helping businesses of any size with capturing all government incentives available to them in the U.S. To learn how Incentives Advisors can help companies become more profitable, visit http://www.incentivesadvisors.com.
About SnagAJob.com
SnagAJob.com, America's largest hourly job website offering numerous hiring solutions for hourly employers, has helped connect hourly workers with quality full-time and part-time jobs in a wide range of industries since 2000. Headquartered in Richmond, Va., current clients include DISH Network®, Verizon Wireless®, FedEx®, Boston Market®, Chick-fil-A®, Bed Bath & Beyond®, Michaels® and Jiffy Lube®. Learn more about the No. 1 source for hourly employment at http://www.snagajob.com.
SOURCE Incentives Advisors
Incentives Advisors
CONTACT: Cheryl Dallner of Incentives Advisors, +1-503-819-4861, Cheryl.dallner@incentivesadvisors.com
Local Entrepreneur Announces the Launch of TheGuiltyMom.com
TheGuiltyMom.com gives Moms an Easy Way to eliminate mommy guilt
PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 30, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Freedom Healing & Wellness LLC today announced the release of TheGuiltyMom.com, the first website to truly give mothers an easy and convenient way to eliminate guilt.
"In talking with moms, one thing that became very clear was that they were in serious need of a way to easily eliminate mommy guilt," said Kim Ruch-Alegant, Coach and owner of Freedom Healing & Wellness. "That's what TheGuiltyMom.com was designed to address."
Mommy guilt is a chronic problem among both working moms and stay at home moms. Busy moms need a convenient way to release guilt, which affects not just mom, but the entire family. TheGuiltyMom.com gives mom a weekly e-class which allows her to eliminate guilt from the comfort of their home or office, when they have the time to do it.
"The initial response to TheGuiltyMom.com has been even better than we expected," continued Ruch-Alegant. "I think what we are seeing here is that Moms are drawn to some of the other benefits as well."
For example, Ruch-Alegant said that many moms were finding the bonus expert interviews an important added plus--a feature not available elsewhere. "We thought it was important, when creating TheGuiltyMom.com, to give even more than what people were asking for," said Ruch-Alegant. "That's why we didn't stop with just the obvious angle. We really tried to cover all the bases."
With membership in TheGuiltyMom.com, moms will now be able to:
-learn an easy process to eliminate guilt
-receive weekly reminders with links to e-classes
-receive bonus expert interviews on the topic of guilt
-gain access to hundreds of e-books on topics of interest to moms
-access audios and videos on topics like health, beauty, children, business and personal development
About Freedom Healing & Wellness LLC.
TheGuiltyMom.com is the first membership website launched by Freedom Healing and Wellness, LLC. Freedom Healing & Wellness LLC provides coaching services to moms throughout the USA. Moms come to us suffering from guilt, anxiety, or general "stuckness" and find relief through our energy coaching strategies. Customers can join TheGuiltyMom.com by logging onto the website and clicking on the join button.
EZAir Wireless Announces Special Bundle Promotion for Sales Season With Megaupload
NEW YORK, Nov. 30, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Save an amazing $69.99 on this special holiday promotion. You will get 3 months free of Megaupload and Megavideo premium membership (value of $19.99) when purchasing EZVIEW - Wireless USB PC/Laptop to TV streamer, bundled for only $109.00. To sweeten the deal, EZAir Wireless will also add a free HDMI cable to each unit and will ship the EZVIEW free to your door.
EZAir wireless has also extended the promotion to be available to UK and European customers. The bundle in the UK is pounds Sterling 89.00 with a savings of pounds 39.99; and euro 109,00 in Europe with a savings of euro 49,99.
Customers who bought EZVIEW through advertising on Megaupload/Megavideo or directly through http://www.ezairwireless.com, with the promotion code (USA: MEGAEZUS, UK: MEGAEZUK, Europe: MEGAEZEU), will receive a 3 months free premium membership voucher, for both Megavideo and Megaupload, through their email.
EZVIEW allows users to view any content from their PC/Laptop on a large screen HDTV or projector. Enjoy streaming anything from your computer, including the entire internet, HD movies, shows and music. Boasting wireless connectivity with no latency, powered by Wisair's Ultra speed Ultra Wideband technology, EZVIEW eliminates wire clutter and cable limitations while providing owners with the highest quality in-room picture and sound . . . Delivered Wirelessly!
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WatchGuard Improves Messaging Security Appliance with Launch of New WatchGuard XCS 770R
WatchGuard Extensible Content Security (XCS) Appliance Now Includes Hardware RAID for Fully Redundant Messaging Security
SEATTLE, Nov. 30, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- WatchGuard® Technologies, a global leader of business security solutions, today launched a new addition to its family of high performance messaging and content security appliances, the WatchGuard XCS 770R. Built specifically for mid-market and enterprise environments that require unparalleled inbound and outbound messaging security and comprehensive web content control for unified network, application and data protection, the WatchGuard XCS 770R offers hardware RAID, which gives customers fully redundant messaging security at an affordable price.
"As messaging environments are no longer a matter of convenience but rather a necessity of business, ensuring that highly secure e-mail systems avoid downtime and messages are not lost has never been more important," said , Vice President of Marketing at WatchGuard Technologies. "With WatchGuard XCS 770R, enterprises gain a fail-safe, defense-in-depth solution that provides always-on unified and holistic messaging and content security that protects against next-generation threats, as well as provides an easy to use yet extremely powerful foundation for bi-directional message and web content management and control."
Designed and optimized for networks with 1,000 to 5,000 or more users, WatchGuard XCS 770R appliances offer unparalleled performance, efficacy and reliability. Leveraging an advanced anti-spam engine that examines sender information and content, including images, attachments and embedded URLs, these appliances can conduct contextual analysis of message traffic for a categorized and weighted score, which results in highly intelligent and accurate protection.
For additional control, administrators can appreciate the built in on-box quarantine for spam and suspect e-mails, allowing end users to manage their quarantined messages, safe lists and block lists from an easy to use web-based interface.
Addressing the ever growing threat of blended threats and malware, the WatchGuard XCS 770R appliances provide zero-hour threat outbreak response as well as advanced content filtering and malware protection, which scans inbound as well as outbound e-mails for malicious content.
Given that so many organizations today face a litany of regulatory and compliance requirements for data-in-motion, the WatchGuard XCS 770R with hardware RAID ensures always-on messaging security, as well as sophisticated data loss prevention features, such as transparent remediation to automatically block, quarantine, re-route, blind copy, encrypt or allow messages based on configurable policies, as well as pre-defined compliance dictionaries for GLB, HIPAA, PCI DSS and others to make administration as easy as possible. Seamless e-mail encryption secures confidential messages to any recipient without requiring a dedicated server, thus avoiding the costs associated with most encryption solutions. Furthermore, e-profiling and data discovery and classification allows administrators to classify types of sensitive data, and with centralized data loss policy management, administrators can apply single policies across multiple protocols to protect data-in-motion from loss and policy violations.
For additional redundancy, scalability and maximum uptime, the WatchGuard XCS 770R comes with dynamic on-demand clustering and queue replication, which provides easy replication of configuration settings and messaging queues across multiple systems in minutes, as well as message-level redundancy, which ensures no communications is ever lost and that e-mail security is always up and running.
Like all other WatchGuard XCS appliances the XCS 770R can also take advantage of WatchGuard's innovative in-the-cloud security technology, Reputation Enabled Defense. With 99.99 percent accuracy, Reputation Enabled Defense eliminates up to 98.3 percent of spam e-mail before it ever gets to the network by using DNS blacklists, IP volume, behavior analysis and content inspection. Given that spam e-mail is a major carrier of viruses, phishing and blended threats, having Reputation Enabled Defense pre-screen and eliminate this unwanted traffic makes networks, applications and data better protected as part of WatchGuard's defense-in-depth architecture.
Businesses can leverage the WatchGuard XCS 770R to also provide defense-in-depth web content protection. To reduce exposure to web-based threats, administrators can invoke acceptable use and application controls to centrally manage and restrict Internet and application usage with granular policies for users and groups. URL filtering and categorization dynamically analyzes and blocks access to websites based on content policies. With dynamic inspection, real-time content examination and analysis occurs on every web page that enters the network, and with web traffic enhancements, organizations can reduce bandwidth consumption, server loads and web traffic latency.
Pricing and Availability
The WatchGuard XCS 770R is available now from WatchGuard channel partners. The WatchGuard XCS 770R starts at $14,400; no per user license fees apply. More information is available at http://www.watchguard.com.
About WatchGuard Technologies, Inc.
Since 1996, WatchGuard® Technologies, Inc. has been the advanced technology leader of business security solutions, providing mission-critical protection to hundreds of thousands of businesses worldwide. The WatchGuard family of wired and wireless unified threat management appliances, messaging, content security and SSL VPN remote access solutions provide extensible network, application and data protection, as well as unparalleled network visibility, management and control. WatchGuard products are backed by WatchGuard LiveSecurity® Service, an innovative support, maintenance, and education program. WatchGuard is headquartered in Seattle and has offices serving North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America. To learn more, visit http://www.watchguard.com/.
WatchGuard is a registered trademark of WatchGuard Technologies, Inc. All other marks are property of their respective owners.
CONTACT: Chris McKie of WatchGuard Technologies, +1-206-613-3760, chris.mckie@watchguard.com, or Jimme Peters of 24/7 Consulting, +1-503-289-5354, jimme@24-7consulting.com, for WatchGuard Technologies
HomeInsurance.com Acquires HomeownersInsurance.com for $570k
WILMINGTON, N.C., Nov. 30, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- In their latest high-profile acquisition, HomeInsurance.com has purchased the domain name HomeownersInsurance.com for a reported $570,000 in an all-cash deal. As America's number one online home insurance shopping agency, executives at HomeInsurance.com project this purchase will grow their online home insurance shopping visitors to 100,000 consumers each month.
"We currently reach approximately 50,000 home insurance shoppers monthly," said Carlos Lagomarsino, CEO of HomeInsurance.com. "With this recent purchase our new long term development goal is to double the depth of our reach into the online insurance marketplace."
The acquisition of HomeownersInsurance.com has further solidified their dominance in the online home insurance industry. By topping organic search rankings; providing online rates and industry statistics; and offering the highest level of customer service available- they offer the full turnkey solution for online consumers.
"HomeownersInsurance.com is our most recent step towards owning the top home insurance properties out there", said Lagomarsino. "In addition to the two top home insurance domains in the industry, we have also attained almost all of the state-specific home insurance websites such as CaliforniaHomeInsurance.com and NewYorkHomeInsurance.com."
The HomeInsurance.com website serves as the online face of the company. However, Lagomarsino and the leadership team at HomeInsurance.com have grown their sales force to include over 100 licensed agents in their Wilmington N.C. based call center. Agents are able to offer comparative rates and comprehensive coverage for top-rated providers including Travelers, Safeco (A Liberty Mutual Company), The Hartford, Progressive and Foremost.
"As we focus our efforts on this new website we look forward to offering even more exceptional service to homeowners across the nation," said Lagomarsino.
HomeInsurance.com has been in business since 1992 and is rated A+ by the Better Business Bureau. HomeInsurance.com is headquartered in Wilmington, N.C. For more information visit http://homeinsurance.com/.
UBICS, Inc. Announces Extension and Amendment of Self-Tender Offer and Receipt of Cash Needed to Complete Self-Tender Offer
CANONSBURG, Pa., Nov. 30, 2010 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- UBICS, Inc. (Pink Sheets: UBIX.PK) today announced that it is extending its previously announced self-tender offer for up to 2,557,492 shares of its common stock at $0.75 per share (the "Offer") until 5:00 P.M., New York City time, Tuesday, December 14, 2010. The Offer was previously set to expire at Midnight, New York City Time, Monday, November 29, 2010.
As of the close of business on November 29, 2010, 1,951,515 shares of common stock had been tendered in and not withdrawn from the Offer.
In addition, UBICS has amended the terms of the Offer to reduce the minimum tender condition to provide that a minimum of 1,951,515 shares of common stock be validly tendered and not withdrawn.
UBICS also announced today that it has received payment on its outstanding account receivable from Kingfisher Airlines in an amount sufficient to enable UBICS to pay the purchase price for all shares tendered in the Offer up to the maximum number of shares sought to be purchased by UBICS.
Except as set forth herein, the terms of the Offer remain the same as set forth in the Offer to Purchase dated October 28, 2010 (the "Offer to Purchase"), previously distributed to stockholders of UBICS.
The Information Agent and Depositary for the tender offer is BNY Mellon Shareowner Services. For questions and information, please call the Information Agent toll free at 1-866-354-3380.
Important Notice
This press release is for information purposes only and is not an offer to buy, or the solicitation of an offer to sell, any UBICS shares. The Offer is being made only pursuant to the Offer to Purchase and the related Letter of Transmittal (collectively, the "Offer Documents"). Stockholders are urged to read carefully the Offer Documents and other related materials when they are available because they contain important information, including the terms and conditions of the Offer. Stockholders may obtain free copies of the Offer Documents by calling BNY Mellon Shareholder Services, the Information Agent, toll free at 1-866-354-3380.
Forward-Looking Statements
All statements contained in this press release, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements, including statements regarding the Offer, the number of shares UBICS expects to repurchase in the Offer and the price at which any purchases will be made. Forward-looking statements which are based on certain assumptions and describe our future plans, strategies and expectations, are generally identifiable by use of the words "may", "will", "believe", "except", "intend", "anticipate", "estimate", "project", or similar expressions or variations thereof. These statements are based on UBICS current plans and expectations and involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual future events or results to be different than those described in or implied by such forward-looking statements, and include the risk that changes in economic circumstances and business conditions may make the Offer no longer advisable on the terms described herein, if at all. Investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements. UBICS is not responsible for updating the information contained in this press release beyond the published date, or for changes made to this document by wire services or Internet services.
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CONTACT: Bruce Thompson, UBICS, Inc., +1-724-746-6001, Ext 220, bthompson@ubics.com
Latitude 30's Global Grid App, Powered by Wireless Grids Corp. (WGC), Is Now Available on iTunes
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Nov. 30, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- On Saturday, November 20, 2010, the Apple(TM) app store approved the Latitude Global Grid app for the iPhone(TM) and it is now available for free at the iTunes(TM) app store. The Latitude Global Grid is a virtual extension of the physical facilities of Latitude 30, located in Jacksonville initially, and will also include the other locations in Indianapolis, Nashville and Pittsburgh as they are added. The Grid provides a highly secure and real-time capability to communicate and follow your friends, share and listen to music, listen/watch live concerts and acts, and in real-time, view what is happening in the venues on your PC, Mac(TM) and mobile devices (iPhone(TM), iPad(TM), Android(TM) phone and tablets). Other enhancements will be added including: photo sharing, other file sharing such as Word(TM) or PowerPoint(TM), geo-location services, as well as alerts to special coupons for the various Latitude locations.
The Latitude 30 global grid is essentially a highly secure personal "Facebook(TM)" world, providing enhanced capabilities to Facebook(TM), Flickr(TM), Twitter(TM), YouTube(TM) and music-sharing services, all in one location. The enhanced "grid" or social community provides unparalleled ways to share content but in a much more secure and private way, unlike other social communities. The "grid" technology is expressly designed to ensure that no member's content is ever shared in the public domain. Just as Latitude 30 provides guests with one location and endless possibilities, the Latitude 30 Global Grid Social Media Xperience(TM) provides guests with endless possibilities in the virtual world.
"Having our first mobile application approved in Apple's(TM) App store marks another major milestone for our company," stated John Andrews, CEO of WGC. "While the App store represents only one of the ways we will distribute our capabilities globally, it is significant since it is the largest distribution channel for mobile apps and is the first step in how we will maximize this distribution platform."
To gain access to the Latitude Global grid, you must have a user name and password which can be obtained via invitation by emailing your request to info@wgrids.com. The app for the Droid(TM) phones will be released in the next 30 days, with the iPad(TM) app to follow. For more information on how you can join the Latitude Global Grid, please send your request to info@wgrids.com.
About Wireless Grids Corporation (WGC)
Wireless Grids Corporation (WGC) is a Delaware Corporation originally formed in Syracuse, NY in 2004 to develop and produce a revolutionary software solution that would transform computer networking, allowing devices the ability to seamlessly interact with little to zero configuration. WGC has been a pioneer in the large media viewer-created content arena and has succeeded in building relationships throughout media, mobile phone carriers and cable operators. WGC, recognized as one of the "09 Wireless Companies to Watch" (Network World, 8/2008), was spun out of Syracuse University in 2004. WGC takes the complexity out of home or enterprise networking by liberating hardware, software, content and applications from technology silos and putting power and freedom into the hands of end-users.
About Latitude 30(TM)
Latitude 30(TM) is a 50,000 square-foot entertainment venue located in Jacksonville, FL. A place where guests can enjoy state-of-the art boutique bowling, sumptuous dining in our digital cinema, cutting-edge arcade and billiards, sports bar or "sports book" like venue, Las Vegas-style showroom theatre, and elegant restaurant. Latitude 30 Global is owned by the private equity firm The Brownstone Group and is currently expanding into multiple markets including Nashville, TN and Pittsburgh, PA as the next two Latitude locations. http://www.Latitude-30.com
CLIENT CONTACT:
Brent W. Brown
(904) 571-5778
brownstonejax@gmail.com
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904-705-5574 mobile
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CONTACT: Brent W. Brown, +1-904-571-5778, brownstonejax@gmail.com, or Philip A. Alia, +1-904-260-1525 x1, +1-904-705-5574 mobile, philip@vividmediaconcepts.com
Newly Expanded Organization and Fortified Product Line Combines Online Product Development and New Services to Deliver Marketing-as-a-Service (MaaS)
SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 30, 2010 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- UBM TechWeb, the global leader in media and business information services, announced an expanded focus on Marketing-as-a-Service (MaaS), a fast emerging trend around packaged marketing applications and products delivered as a service. UBM TechWeb's Marketing Services business, which currently manages over 1,100 service engagements annually, is bolstered by a product and service delivery team, enhanced technology-driven product development capabilities, and new leadership.
Heading the newly expanded organization is Anthony S. Adams, who has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Marketing Services, Product Strategy and Delivery in addition to his current CTO title. Adams's unique blend of technology, marketing and product development expertise will accelerate the organization's mission of delivering MaaS. Reporting to Anthony are marketing services veterans, Elliot Kass, Vice President of Content Marketing, and Pamala McGlinchey, Vice President, Client Marketing.
This leadership team will focus on developing new products, capabilities, and services, while continuing to work closely with UBM TechWeb's more than 4,000 marketing clients. The MaaS team is comprised of 60+ marketing professionals, with expectations of growth to meet increased demand in 2011.
The expanded UBM TechWeb portfolio of MaaS products and new service offerings will include: new community and social media products, interactive, on-demand digital publishing products, iPad and tablet applications, and a new suite of marketing analytics products and services.
"MaaS represents the fusion of people, process and platforms; both brand and technology," said Tony Uphoff, CEO of UBM TechWeb. "The expansion of our Marketing Services team represents a clear acknowledgement of how important MaaS is becoming to our customers and our commitment to serving their needs."
"Our move to Marketing-as-a-Service is being driven by redefining how we deploy our marketing expertise, utilize technology, and configure customized marketing products and programs," said UBM TechWeb's Anthony Adams. "I am excited to lead a talented team of marketing, content, design, technical, and client management talent that delivers innovative, customized solutions for our clients."
The company launched its first marketing services organization in 1995 as a custom media business. Since then UBM TechWeb has grown into the market leader in marketing services and is projected to grow 21% in 2010. UBM TechWeb has been consistently recognized for its award winning work for a wide range of marketers and technology companies.
UBM TechWeb, the global leader in technology media and business information, enables people and organizations to harness the transformative power of technology. Through its core businesses - media solutions, marketing services and professional information - UBM TechWeb produces the most respected and consumed brands, applications and services in the technology market. More than 14.5 million business and technology professionals (CIOs, IT and IT Support managers, Web & Digital professionals, Software and Game developers, Government decision makers, and Telecom providers) actively participate in UBM TechWeb's communities. UBM TechWeb brands includes: global face-to-face events such as Interop, Game Developers Conference (GDC), Web 2.0, Black Hat and EnterpriseConnect; large-scale online networks such as InformationWeek, Light Reading and Gamasutra; research, training and certification services, including HDI, Pyramid Research and InformationWeek Analytics; and market-leading magazines such as InformationWeek and Wall Street & Technology. UBM TechWeb is part of UBM, a global provider of media and information services for professional B2B communities and markets.
Contact:
Scott Vaughan
UBM TechWeb
svaughan@techweb.com
949-223-3662
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AT&T Enhances Mobile Broadband Coverage at Turner Field
New In-Building Network Provides Additional Capacity to Help Enhance Wireless Experience for Atlanta Customers
ATLANTA, Nov. 30, 2010/PRNewswire/ --As part of its continuing network investment to support growing demand for advanced wireless devices and services, AT&T* today announced that it has expanded its mobile broadband coverage at Turner Field by completing the installation of a new Distributed Antenna System (DAS) to serve customers throughout the facility.
A DAS installation consists of several strategically-placed antennas that distribute AT&T's wireless network coverage throughout Turner Field, providing for more efficient management of wireless capacity in heavily-trafficked areas including the office administrative areas. DAS has the ability to provide enhanced wireless coverage to customers in indoor or outdoor spaces where geographical limitations - terrain, building construction, etc. - or crowd density might otherwise prevent an optimal wireless experience. The additional capacity is expected to help improve call reliability, increase download speeds and enable more consistent network access to help customers make the most of their AT&T devices. AT&T has invested nearly $7.3 million in DAS projects in Georgia through the first three quarters of 2010.
"Supporting mobile broadband growth is our No. 1 investment priority," said Sylvia Russell, president, AT&T Georgia. "By adding capacity in and around Turner Field our customers can stay connected through voice, text or by uploading the inning score and pictures to the web - it's all about being where our customers want us."
"Our goal is pretty simple: we want you to have an extraordinary experience when you make a call, check e-mail, download a song or video, or surf the Internet on your AT&T device," said Keith Holmes, vice president and general manager for AT&T in Georgia. "Building antenna systems for popular venues like sports arenas, shopping malls, hotels, and airports is just one way that we are accomplishing this goal."
AT&T is an industry leader in delivering the benefits of mobile broadband networks, devices and applications. With the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T provides accelerated mobile data speeds and simultaneous voice and data capabilities for an amazing wireless voice and data experience.
The expansion of mobile broadband service is one of many ongoing network initiatives planned to enhance coverage and capacity across the country. AT&T upgraded 3G cell sites nationwide to High-Speed Packet Access (HSPA) 7.2. Future plans include another upgrade to HSPA+ technology at the end of this year followed by the initial deployment next year of LTE, the next-generation of wireless technology. These advancements, when combined with an ongoing initiative to increase the number of high-speed backhaul connections to cell sites, are a part of AT&T's strategy to provide customers with an enhanced mobile broadband experience, both today and in the future.
AT&T's mobile broadband network is based on the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) family of technologies that includes GSM and UMTS, the most widely used wireless network platforms in the world. AT&T has the best international coverage of any U.S. wireless provider, providing access to voice service in more than 220 countries and data service in more than 200 countries. AT&T also offers voice and data roaming coverage on more than 140 major cruise ships, as well as mobile broadband services in more than 125 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 mobile broadband coverage in Atlanta or anywhere in the United States, consumers can visit http://www.wireless.att.com/coverageviewer. The online tool can measure the quality of coverage based on a street address, intersection, ZIP code or even a landmark.
*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.
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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.
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Atari Announces North American Release of Venetica
Best-Selling German RPG to be Released in January 2011 for Xbox 360, PlayStation®3 and Windows PC
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 30, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Atari, one of the world's most recognized publishers and producers of interactive entertainment, in conjunction with Rombax Games, today announced the North American release date for Venetica, the visually stunning role-playing game. With a cryptic storyline and mix of action and adventure, Venetica will make its North American debuton the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and Windows PC in January 2011.
Venetica takes players through a unique and vibrant world full of surprises. Set during the 16th Century in the beautifully rendered city of Venice, Venetica is a visually stunning, action-RPG with an extraordinary and immersive storyline. Players navigate through a vibrant world in a quest to rid the city of danger.
Assuming the role of Scarlett, a young beautiful woman, players explore the streets and canals of Venice to rid the city of a dangerous necromancer. Equipped with an arsenal of weapons, Scarlett is the only person who can stop them from destroying the entire living world.
In Venetica players traverse through the city of Venice to conquer a host of nightmare creatures in action-packed battles using the "Twilight World." With easy pick-up and play controls, gamers use 3D map architecture allowing for multi-dimensional gameplay. Dynamic day and night cycles allow for a truly unique atmosphere as players progress throughout the game.
"Following the successful German launch, we look forward to introducing North American gamers to the world of Venetica," says Bob Spellerberg, VP of Sales and Distribution at Atari, Inc. "With breathtaking graphics and a rich and unique narrative, Venetica offers RPG fans an action-packed adventure into a dark and evil world."
Published by Rombax Games, distributed by Atari and developed by Deck 13, Venetica will be available in January 2011. For more information, please log onto http://www.veneticausa.com
ABOUT ATARI, SA
Atari group is a global creator, producer and publisher of interactive entertainment. Atari's brands and content are available across all key traditional and digital distribution touch points, including browser-based and social online platforms, Windows PC, consoles from Microsoft, Nintendo and Sony Computer Entertainment America, and advanced smart phones (i.e. iPhone, Android and RIM devices). Divisions of Atari, SA include Cryptic Studios, Eden Studios, Atari Interactive, Inc. and Atari, Inc.
Atari benefits from the strength of its worldwide brand and its extensive catalogue of contemporary classic game franchises (Asteroids®, Centipede®, Missile Command®, Lunar Lander®), original owned franchises (Test Drive®, Backyard Sports®, Deer Hunter®), MMO games from Cryptic Studios (Star Trek(TM) Online, Champions Online(TM)) and third party franchises (Ghostbusters®, Rollercoaster Tycoon®, Dungeons and Dragons®). Atari also leverages the power of its franchises to deliver movies and merchandise to consumers around the world.
New TwinStrata and Scality Partnership Delivers Turnkey Private Cloud Storage Solutions
NATICK, Mass. and SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 30, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- TwinStrata, Inc., the leading innovator in data protection and iSCSI cloud storage solutions, has integrated Scality's RING storage platform into its family of CloudArray(®) virtual and physical appliances. With the addition of Scality integration, CloudArray customers can now easily choose and deploy either a private cloud environment or connect with internationally available public cloud providers powered by Scality RING and receive off-site data protection and disaster recovery capabilities on a "plug-and-play" basis.
TwinStrata's CloudArray's "like local" performance, control, and policy-driven automation enables Scality customers to leverage the on-demand elasticity and adaptability of Scality's RING cloud storage through innovative asynchronous replication, in-cloud snapshots, dynamic caching, in-flight and at-rest encryption, compression, iSCSI, and continuous access to and control of data in the cloud. In the event of a disruption or an outage, data can be rapidly restored on-site, off-site, or in the cloud, providing secure, anywhere, anytime application and data accessibility.
Scality's RING software combines the storage capabilities of numerous x86 generic servers to deliver a storage cloud infrastructure with carrier-grade scalability, service availability and data reliability. Scality's RING enables a lower cost of ownership, while providing a very simple management interface where additional performance or capacity can be added or removed to meet customer needs with zero service interruption.
"One of the primary use cases of cloud storage is as a low-cost alternative tier of storage, allowing migration of less used data," said Gartner Research Director Adam Couture. "But whether you're talking public or private clouds, the challenge has always been integrating the cloud with traditional data center storage infrastructure."
Together, Scality RING and TwinStrata CloudArray solve this challenge by providing a low-cost cloud storage infrastructure along with plug-and-play access to traditional IT infrastructures for off-site data protection and disaster recovery solutions.
The benefits of using TwinStrata CloudArray with the Scality RING storage platform are many and include:
-- Minimal operational requirements, elastic scalability, and a
self-healing architecture with volume management
-- Flexible and agile business continuity and disaster recovery
capabilities
-- A simple, affordable, fast, and non-intrusive deployment model
-- Significantly reduced capex, opex, and management complexity
-- Access to public and private cloud infrastructures, hybrid models
"Businesses are seeking ways to cut costs without sacrificing the security and integrity of their critical data assets," said TwinStrata's CEO, Nicos Vekiarides. "CloudArray's built-in flexibility and security satisfy the most stringent data storage and protection policies imaginable. Our partnership with Scality provides a way for CloudArray end users to meet their data protection demands by leveraging an innovative, robust and economical cloud storage architecture."
Jerome Lecat, Scality's CEO, added: "Storing, backing up and archiving an always increasing amount of data without growing the cost is one of the biggest challenges for business IT today. Scality RING's patented, self-repairing storage architecture revolutionizes the enterprise world by delivering the unparalleled economics of the Cloud to every enterprise. Our partnership with TwinStrata offers enterprises an easy to deploy and secure solution to deal with critical data protection, email archiving and disaster recovery at a significantly reduced cost."
CloudArray, complete with Scality interoperability, is available from TwinStrata and through its network of partners. For more information, visit http://www.twinstrata.com/cloudarray, email sales@twinstrata.com or call 508-651-0199.
About Scality
Scality is the developer of RING, a software platform enabling cloud storage to easily scale up to Exabyte's using commodity server hardware with direct attached storage. Scality is used by Service Providers to deploy Storage-as-a-Service offerings, by Email Providers to store emails for millions of users, and by web services managing billions of files with very high performance expectations, either for Web 2.0 or business applications. Scality RING is based on a patented object storage technology, which delivers high availability, ease of operations and total control of your data. Scality delivers the performance and reliability of a SAN- or NAS-based architecture without the hassles of volume management at one third to half of the cost.
As well as supporting a "no single point of failure" storage pool, the resultant cloud storage service is available 24x7 to end user businesses with no service interruptions whatsoever.
For more information please visit http://www.scality.com or follow Scality on Twitter: @Scality.
About TwinStrata, Inc.
TwinStrata provides enterprise-class data protection solutions that are simple, affordable, and secure. These solutions leverage the scalability and efficiency of cloud storage while maintaining the availability, performance and security of local storage. The company's CloudArray(TM) software provides a substantial cost savings over traditional off-site storage solutions, with a pay-as-you-go grow model, unlimited elastic capacity, local performance, in-cloud snapshots, AES256 bit encryption, and on-site, off-site or in-the-cloud access to data. For more information about TwinStrata and CloudArray software, visit http://www.twinstrata.com or follow CloudArray on Twitter: @CloudArray
Media contacts
Laura Nelson/Bree Bolognese, for TwinStrata
SVM Public Relations
(401) 490-9700 or (760) 754-7025
laura.nelson@svmpr.com or bree.bolognese@svmpr.com
Rose Ross, Omarketing, for Scality
US: +1 781 519 0275
UK: +44 (0)208 255 5225
rose@omarketing.co.uk http://www.twitter.com/Rose_at_O
SOURCE TwinStrata, Inc.
TwinStrata, Inc.
CONTACT: Laura Nelson, +1-401-490-9700, laura.nelson@svmpr.com or Bree Bolognese, +1-760-754-7025, bree.bolognese@svmpr.com, both of SVM Public Relations for TwinStrata; Rose Ross, Omarketing, for Scality, US: +1-781-519-0275, UK: +44 (0)208 255 5225, rose@omarketing.co.uk, http://www.twitter.com/Rose_at_O
YOU i Labs announces beta program for intelligent software GPU with Android 2.x integration
Integration of isGPU dramatically boosts Android performance and reduces
processor demands, particularly on lower-cost devices
OTTAWA, Nov. 30 /PRNewswire/ - YOU i Labs (http://www.youilabs.com), developer and marketer of intelligent graphics and user interface
technologies, has watched with great interest as Google's Android
platform has required more processing power with each subsequent
release. In response, YOU i Labs today announced it has integrated its
intelligent software graphics processing unit technology, or isGPU,
into Android, creating a much slimmer and faster Android while
maintaining its rich feature set. A call for participants in the beta
program is now underway.
Already proven in over one million devices, isGPU is a cost-effective,
100-percent-software-based approach that brings a new level of
responsiveness to the entire Android UI. Working with leading handset
manufacturers and silicon companies, YOU i Labs has tested and
demonstrated its isGPU on a wide array of hardware platforms running
Android 2.x.
"The market is excited by the development opportunities that Android
presents, but requires a way to exploit the platform on devices with
minimal resources," said Jason Flick, CEO of YOU i Labs. "By
integrating our isGPU technology into Android, we're offering the best
of both worlds - one of the world's most popular and developer-friendly
mobile operating systems running on lower-cost, consumer-friendly
devices."
With the addition of the company's extensive graphics libraries into
Android 2.x, user experiences on lower-cost Android devices will be
transformed from sluggish and unimpressive to smooth and enjoyable.
isGPU libraries support dozens of the leading hardware platforms and
provide a 50 to 100 percent speed improvement.
In this post-iPhone era, usability is measured in frames per second and
immediate response times. The device screen must move, without
hesitation, to the user's every touch. It can't lag or stutter and
leave the user waiting. isGPU makes Google's Android platform faster by
working smarter and using less of the CPU's resources. Less processing
also means longer battery life.
To enter the beta program, please send an email to info@youilabs.com with "isGPU beta" in the subject line. A video demonstration of the
isGPU on Android devices can be viewed at http://www.youtube.com/youilabs.
The names of actual companies or products mentioned herein may be the
trademarks of their respective owners.
SOURCE YOU i Labs
YOU i Labs
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