AT&T Announces Company's First MiFi Intelligent Mobile Hotspot
Access the Internet Across the Country with the New MiFi® 2372 Powered by MiFi Operating System with Widgets and Applications Support Available at AT&T Stores Nationwide
DALLAS, Nov. 17, 2010 /PRNewswire/ --
Key Facts
-- AT&T* today announced the upcoming availability of the AT&T Mobile
Hotspot, MiFi® 2372 from Novatel Wireless, powered by the nation's
fastest mobile broadband network.
-- AT&T is the first carrier in the Americas to launch the MiFi 2372 Mobile
Hotspot from Novatel Wireless preloaded with MiFi OS(TM), widgets and
applications support.
-- The AT&T Mobile Hotspot offers simultaneous Wi-Fi connectivity for up to
five devices, including PCs, cameras, digital media players, tablets and
gaming devices, and runs on AT&T's HSPA 7.2 network, which supports even
faster mobile broadband speeds.
-- Beginning November 21, the AT&T Mobile Hotspot will be available at AT&T
company-owned stores nationwide or online for $49.99 after $100 mail-in
rebate (pay $149.99 and after mail-in rebate receive $100 AT&T Promotion
Card.).
Customer Benefits
The compact AT&T Mobile Hotspot MiFi 2372 from Novatel Wireless arms AT&T customers with their own Wi-Fi hotspot. The AT&T Mobile Hotspot connects virtually any Wi-Fi-enabled device to the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, such as PCs, cameras, digital media players, tablets and gaming devices and supports up to five simultaneous connections for devices located within 30 feet of the device.
The offer adds to the ways AT&T is delivering the convenience of Wi-Fi, which is seeing rapid customer adoption, as part of its broader focus on helping customers mobilize everything. Over the past year, AT&T Wi-Fi use has been increasing significantly each quarter, with third-quarter 2010 connections up more than 320 percent versus third-quarter 2009. AT&T's Wi-Fi network is the nation's largest, with more than 23,000 public hotspots. Globally, AT&T offers access to more than 125,000 hotspots through roaming agreements.
AT&T's Mobile Hotspot MiFi 2372 enables enhanced performance for simultaneous uploads/downloads and large file transfers while on-the-go. A built-in microSDHC(TM) slot provides expandable storage capacity of up to 32GB (microSDHC card not included with the device). The mobile hotspot is also GPS-capable for location-based services.
Novatel Wireless MiFi OS introduces additional functionality and application support including quick browser-based access to widgets such as data usage and SMS as well as GPS enabled widgets including GeoSearch and GeoWeather.
Quotes
"No matter if your holiday travels take you to sandy beaches or snowy slopes, the MiFi 2372 Mobile Hotspot will help you connect to the devices and content that matter most," said Michael Woodward, vice president, Mobile Phone Portfolio, AT&T Mobility and Consumer Markets.
"We congratulate AT&T on its introduction of the MiFi 2372 with the MiFi OS, widgets and applications support," said Peter Leparulo, chairman and CEO of Novatel Wireless. "The AT&T MiFi 2372 introduces intelligence and added capabilities beyond pure Internet connectivity and is a great complement to AT&T's extensive mobile broadband offering."
"This makes sense, especially since AT&T has taken a leadership position in deploying Wi-Fi," said Joe Fristensky, vice president-Information and Communications Technology at Frost & Sullivan. "This is in line with the industry trend to provide consumers with access to Wi-Fi in as many places as possible."
Limited time offer. Coverage, including mobile broadband not available in all areas. AT&T Mobile Broadband download speeds only available in AT&T Mobile Broadband markets. Other conditions and restrictions apply. See contract and rate plan brochure for details. Subscriber must live and have a mailing address within AT&T's owned wireless network coverage area. Up to $36 activation fee applies. Download and upload speeds may be subject to network, network availability and coverage levels, tasks, file characteristics, applications and other factors including the number of users sharing the connection, and certain Device characteristics and compatibility limitations including memory, storage, accessibility, and data conversion limitations. Services (including without limitation, eligibility requirements, plans, pricing, features and/or service areas) are subject to change without notice. Network speed is no indication of the speed at which your device sends or receives data. Maximum coverage of your device is a 30 foot radius. Performance may be impacted by transmission limitations, terrain, in-building and other obstructions and capacity constraints. Equipment price and availability may vary by market and may not be available from independent retailers. Early Termination Fee: None if cancelled in the first 30 days, but up to $35 restocking fee may apply to equipment returns; thereafter up to $325. Some agents impose additional fees. DataConnect Plan Required. DataConnect Plans are not unlimited and substantial charges may be incurred if included allowance is exceeded. All data allowances, including overages, must be used in the billing period in which the allowance is provided or they will be forfeited. Offnet Data Usage: If your data use during any month exceeds your offnet usage allowance, AT&T may at its option terminate your service, deny your continued use of other carriers' coverage, or change your plan to one imposing usage charges for offnet usage. Your offnet data offnet usage allowance is the lesser of 24 MB or 20% of the KB included with your plan. AT&T Wi-Fi: Largest based on branded and operated hotspots. Wi-Fi enabled device required. See attwifi.com for details and locations. International Roaming: Credit and tenure restrictions apply. International DataConnect Plan strongly recommended. Availability, quality of coverage & services while roaming are not guaranteed. Device is sold for use on AT&T's system and is not pre-configured for other wireless systems. Use of the device to resell AT&T's services is prohibited. If you change the security setting to off for the Wi-Fi connection to the device, data and wireless service will be easily accessible to others. You are responsible for all wireless use with the device. AT&T is not responsible for loss or disclosure of any information. AT&T Promotion Card: Price before AT&T Promotion Card & with 2-year DataConnect contract is $149.99. Allow 60 days for fulfillment. Card may be used only in the U.S. is valid for 120 days after issuance date but is not redeemable for cash & cannot be used for cash withdrawal at ATMs or automated gasoline pumps. Card request must be postmarked by Dec. 7 & you must be a customer for 30 consecutive days to receive card.
*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.
About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) is a premier communications holding company. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet and voice services. A leader in mobile broadband, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verse® and AT&T | DIRECTV brands. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world. In domestic markets, AT&T Advertising Solutions and AT&T Interactive are known for their leadership in local search and advertising. In 2010, AT&T again ranked among the 50 Most Admired Companies by FORTUNE®magazine.
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Novatel Wireless, Inc. is a leader in the design and development of innovative wireless broadband access solutions based on 3G and 4G wireless technologies. Novatel Wireless' Intelligent Mobile Hotspot products, software, USB modems and embedded modules enable high-speed wireless Internet access on leading wireless data networks. The Company delivers specialized wireless solutions to carriers, distributors, OEMs and vertical markets worldwide. Headquartered in San Diego, California, Novatel Wireless is listed on (Nasdaq: NVTL). For more information please visit http://www.novatelwireless.com. (NVTLG)
(C) 2010 Novatel Wireless. All rights reserved. The Novatel Wireless name and logo and MiFi® and MiFi OS(TM) are trademarks of Novatel Wireless, Inc. Other product or service names mentioned herein are the trademarks of their respective owners.
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Alliance for Digital Equality (ADE) and SoloHealth Announce Collaboration to Increase Health and Wellness
Partners will work to place interactive health kiosks to provide health assessment, prevent chronic health conditions.
ATLANTA, Nov. 17, 2010 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Today, the Alliance for Digital Equality (ADE), a nonprofit organization that provides broadband solutions and broadband related services to underserved and un-served communities, and SoloHealth, a self-service healthcare provider that seeks to empower consumers' healthcare through the use of self-service technology , announce a collaboration to facilitate the placement of interactive health kiosks in a variety of high traffic locations in markets where ADE has established Digital Empowerment Councils (DECs).
"Minority populations suffer from a number of chronic diseases at a disproportionate rate and experience health disparities that have to be addressed in innovative ways," said Julius H. Hollis, Chairman of ADE. "I believe that in order to adapt to this and ensure equity in access to quality care as our healthcare system evolves, we need to practice medicine differently using technology and other resources such as SoloHealth's interactive healthcare kiosks."
"Our goal is to get people to think about their overall health and empower them to take the appropriate steps to minimize their health related risks," said Bart Foster, CEO and Founder of SoloHealth. "Through our collaboration, both ADE and SoloHealth will heighten health awareness among African Americans and Latinos. We believe that this strategic partnership will not only dramatically reduce health care costs, but also increase access for millions of people through self-service health screening technology placed in high traffic retail locations."
SoloHealth was recently awarded a grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) - funded through the National Center for Minority Health and Health Disparities (NCHMD). The grant has fueled the development of its latest technology and acted as a springboard for expansion in 2011.
About The Alliance for Digital Equality
The Alliance for Digital Equality (ADE), headquartered in Atlanta, GA, is a national, non-profit consumer advocacy organization that serves to facilitate and ensure equal access to technology in underserved and un-served communities. The Alliance also serves as a bridge between policymakers and minority individuals in order to help the public understand how legislative and regulatory policies regarding new technologies can impact and empower their daily lives. For more information on the Alliance for Digital Equality, please visit http://www.alliancefordigitalequality.org or http://www.adeql.org.
About SoloHealth
SoloHealth® is a health care education, information and data analytics company, positioned to capitalize on the growing consumer preference for self-directed health care services. Using advanced kiosk technology, SoloHealth provides free health care screening and education tools to millions of people in order to allow them to take their health care back into their own hands. The kiosks, located in high traffic retail environments, large employers, and other non-traditional medical facilities, serve as the 'Front Porch' of health care, and the portal for people to enter into a broader health and wellness ecosystem.
Located in Duluth, GA, SoloHealth's vision is to dramatically reduce health care costs for millions of people by providing personalized prevention and wellness plans, through self-service health screening technology. For more information, please visit http://www.solohealth.com.
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CONTACT: Cynthia Miller, Marketing Officer of the Alliance for Digital Equality +1-404-815-4066, cmiller@adeql.org
Verizon Business Makes It Easy for Organizations to Promote Better Unified Communications and Collaboration
Professional Consulting Services Help Businesses, Government Agencies More Effectively Deploy Microsoft Lync Applications
BASKING RIDGE, N.J., Nov. 17, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Businesses and government agencies seeking to employ new unified communications and collaboration capabilities for better business performance often struggle with determining where to start and how to incorporate new technology into existing systems and processes. To provide help in this critically important area, Verizon Business is introducing new consulting services that facilitate the adoption of Microsoft® Lync(TM) Server 2010 across an enterprise.
Verizon Business is one of the first global service providers to offer professional services specifically designed to help organizations employ Microsoft Lync, which Microsoft announced Wednesday (Nov. 17). As a result, businesses and government agencies in the U.S. and in a number of countries in Europe can immediately take advantage of Verizon Business' IT expertise to assess, design and implement Lync Server 2010 services as part of an overall solution tailored to specific business requirements. The services are targeted for rollout in the first half of 2011 for businesses based in Asia-Pacific countries.
"Adopting new technologies can pose a challenge for even the most nimble organizations," said Anthony Recine, vice president of networking and communications solutions for Verizon Business. "We're building on our long-standing strategic relationship with Microsoft, a proven record providing managed and professional services, and our leadership delivering advanced communications solutions to help integrate and accelerate successful customer UC&C adoption across a global enterprise."
Kirk Gregerson, senior director of product management, Microsoft Lync, said, "Microsoft is pleased that Lync is now a part of Verizon's professional consulting services portfolio. "Businesses and government agencies can now take advantage of both Microsoft technology and Verizon's expertise and feel secure their Lync planning and deployment will be a good experience."
The Verizon professional services for the Microsoft Lync portfolio feature:
-- Workshop and Strategic Planning Services to help identify areas of a
business where unified communications can have immediate, positive
impact, including identifying requirements, building critical adoption
activities, and establishing success metrics.
-- Assessment Services to focus on customer network performance under
simulated load from Microsoft Exchange and Microsoft Lync voice, video
and Web conferencing applications to measure accessibility and quality
of service.
-- Architecture and Design Services, including Microsoft Lync Architecture
and Design, Exchange Unified Messaging Architecture and Design, Unified
Communications and Collaboration Architecture Design Validation, and
Dial Plan and QoS Policy Design services.
-- Deployment and Integration Services including the installation and
configuration of all Microsoft Lync server roles: Front End, Mediation,
Edge, Director, Communicator Web Access, Group Chat, Monitoring and QoE.
Verizon will also assist with client configuration and Lync-specific DNS
and Active Directory® configurations associated with the Lync pool or
pools to be deployed.
-- Unified Communications Applications Enablement Planning Services to help
customers integrate their unified communications platform with
line-of-business applications to increase business performance and
efficiency.
With more than 30 years of experience, Verizon Business is a leading provider of collaboration services, enabling organizations to effectively collaborate for increased productivity while reducing costs and carbon emissions associated with business travel. Verizon Business offers some of the most advanced meeting tools available today as well as a wide range of professional consulting services to help organizations tailor the best UC&C strategy to meet their specific goals.
About Verizon Business
Verizon Business, a unit of Verizon Communications (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ), is a global leader in communications and IT solutions. We combine professional expertise with one of the world's most connected IP networks to deliver award-winning communications, IT, information security and network solutions. We securely connect today's extended enterprises of widespread and mobile customers, partners, suppliers and employees- enabling them to increase productivity and efficiency and help preserve the environment. Many of the world's largest businesses and governments - including 96 percent of the Fortune 1000 and thousands of government agencies and educational institutions - rely on our professional and managed services and network technologies to accelerate their business. Find out more at http://www.verizonbusiness.com.
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Ferrari Electronic AG Launches Survivable Branch Appliance for Microsoft Lync Server 2010
Telephony Survives WAN Outages - Enabler for Centralized Telephony Architecture
BERLIN, November 17, 2010/PRNewswire/ -- Ferrari electronic AG today announced the availability of OfficeMaster
Survivable Branch Appliance (SBA) for Microsoft Lync Server 2010.
OfficeMaster SBA ensures that telephony is available in branch offices even
if the wide area network (WAN) fails. Until now, many companies have
preferred to separate IT and telecommunications to prevent telephony being
affected should the network go down. OfficeMaster SBA provides failover to
local telephony resources if the connection to the datacenter is interrupted,
thus retaining key telephony functions for local users, in addition to
intra-branch instant messaging, peer to peer voice, video calling and screen
sharing. Ferrari electronic is a manufacturer of professional communications
solutions and a Microsoft Certified Gold Partner.
"Lync Server 2010 allows customers to transform their communications
infrastructure," said Yancey Smith, director of product management, Microsoft
Lync. "Ferrari Electronic's OfficeMaster Survivable Branch Appliance
complements Lync Server through branch survivability and a high level of
functionality, security and quality even during WAN failures."
Johann Deutinger, CTO at Ferrari electronic, comments: "OfficeMaster
Survivable Branch Appliances support important unified communications
applications, integrating a reliable telephony fallback solution for Lync
Server 2010 and at the same time acting as a Unified Messaging Controller for
fax and SMS in combination with Microsoft Exchange Server."
Product highlights
OfficeMaster SBA is based on high-quality industry grade server hardware
that runs Windows Server 2008 R2 together with Microsoft survivable branch
appliance software. Other features include:
- Inbound faxing for Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 qualified through
Microsoft Exchange UM Fax Partner Program.
- Test tool for PSTN connection that supports inbound and outbound test
calls independently of SBA software components
- Self-contained PCIe gateway board that appears as a standard network
interface card to the hosting server machine; all gateway functions are
completely offloaded from the host CPU
- Base configuration of 2 E1/T1 PRI, 4 BRI and 4 integrated analog FXS
ports with flexible licensing and additional available interfaces.
- Easy first-time setup supported by Silverlight-based web application
A fully-featured fax solution that also supports outbound faxing and
interfacing to external platforms such as Enteprise Resource Planning (ERP),
Customer Relationship Management (CRM) or Microsoft SharePoint is available
as an option. This fax solution can be installed directly on the appliance or
on a separate server, including virtual platforms. The solution is available
at http://www.ferrari-electronic.com/.
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respective registered owners.
About Ferrari electronic AG
With 20,000 customers and more than 2.5 million users, Ferrari electronic
has been a reliable supplier of professional unified communications solutions
for over 20 years. The OfficeMaster range of products integrates fax, SMS,
voicemail and CTI (computer telephony integration) into all established
e-mail and ERP systems. Microsoft Exchange Server is the main communication
environment, but other messaging systems and platforms like SAP and Dynamics
NAV are also supported. The portfolio is rounded off with a range of
Microsoft-certified UC media gateways. All OfficeMaster products also
integrate into VoIP environments.
The company is based in Teltow, near Berlin, and is represented by sales
partners in Central Europe, United States/Canada (novus - http://www.novusllc.com) and the Asia-Pacific region. Ferrari electronic has
been an incorporated stock company since 1998 and its list of customers
includes many well-known Fortune 500 enterprises.
Press contact:
Ferrari electronic AG
Annett Schilling
Ruhlsdorfer Strasse 138
D-14513 Teltow
Germany
Phone: +49-3328-455-916
Fax: +49-3328-455-316
schilling@ferrari-electronic.de
Online business professional network releases roster of business leaders available to provide expertise and analysis to the media on wide range of business categories
SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 17, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Focus.com, the leading free online business professional network, with more than 850,000 members and over 5,000 business and technology experts, today announced the debut of its Focus.com Expert Media Roster--a team of experienced business and technology leaders and subject matter specialists available to speak with the media for expertise, commentary and trend insights on a wide range of business topics affecting their specific coverage areas.
The current roster includes six experts who were selected from the Focus.com Expert Network, an extensive group of 5,000 leading business and technology experts from dozens of industries nationwide. Consisting of thought leaders, technology veterans, and innovative entrepreneurs, Focus.com Experts provide an engaged community of 850,000 business professionals with everyday advice that helps their businesses grow. These experts power a majority of the interaction on the Focus.com network through real time Q&A, primary research, personalized support and interactive webinars.
The debut Focus Expert Media Roster is as follows:
-- ADVERTISING/MARKETING: Ted Jablonski, Founder and Principal of Marketing
Consortium: Jablonski has extensive experience in all areas of consumer
and institutional product, marketing and communications with
venture-funded start-ups to the Fortune 100. As Focus.com's Advertising
and Marketing Expert, Jablonski will be providing the latest insights,
analysis and commentary to the media on a wide range of topics,
including branding, advertising, public relations, corporate marketing,
new product and service development, and social media.
-- TELECOMMUNICATIONS: Jon Arnold, Principal of J Arnold & Associates
(JAA): Arnold is one of the most seasoned thought leaders in the
telecommunications industry, providing strategic counsel, marketing
strategies, and market research for a client base that covers a range of
startups, mid-market vendors, Tier 1 vendors, all types of service
providers, as well as the financial community and marketing firms. Among
the topics Arnold will be covering on a regular basis with the media are
IP communications, VoIP, mobile broadband, IPTV, telepresence and
unified communications.
-- INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT): Michael Dortch, Principal Analyst and
Managing Editor at DortchOnIT.com: Dortch has been counseling IT buyers,
sellers and users since 1979, translating what technologists say and do
into language that non-technologists can understand and use. Prior to
becoming Focus.com's IT Expert, he was a senior analyst at Aberdeen
Group, Robert Frances Group (RFG) and Yankee Group. Among the topics
Dortch will be covering with the media are general IT trends, IT
infrastructure, storage, automation, cloud computing/software as a
service (SAAS), and others.
-- INTERNET SECURITY: Richard Stiennon, Founder & Chief Research Analyst at
IT-Harvest: Stiennon is one of the most highly-respected online security
experts and analysts, reporting on the IT security industry, and
providing actionable guidance to vendors and end users. Throughout his
career, Stiennon has served as Chief Marketing Officer for Fortinet,
Inc. the leading UTM vendor, as well as the VP of Threat Research for
Webroot Software. He is also the author of Surviving Cyberwar
(Government Institutes, May 2010). In his role as Focus.com's Internet
Security Expert, Stiennon will be sharing his thoughts and insights with
the media on all aspects of internet security, both from a business and
consumer perspective.
-- RETAIL: Paula Rosenblum, Managing Partner at Retail Systems Research:
Rosenblum is an internationally recognized retail business authority,
with extensive experience providing strategy development and market
planning to retailers and technology organizations across the world.
Among the topics she will be covering with the media include retail
customer service, retail inventory management, retail technology, and
the retail and computing market.
-- EMPLOYMENT: Pete Tzavalas, Vice President at Challenger, Gray &
Christmas, Inc.: Tzavalas has a diverse industry background, as a
consultant and a business developer, building strong strategic
relationships and partnerships to provide effective human resources
solutions. As Focus.com's designated Employment Expert, Tzavalas will be
available to the media to discuss national hiring trends and employment
issues, human resources, human capital, executive management and
outplacement services.
"The Focus Expert Network of 5,000 leading business and technology experts has grown to become the most trusted source of real-time information to business professionals, offering free expertise, insights and analysis that helps our members make better business decisions," said Scott Albro, CEO of Focus.com. "With the launch of our Expert Media Roster, we are now extending the reach of our Expert community to the media, enabling journalists, producers and media professionals of all kinds to take advantage of industry-best expertise, advanced previews on industry trends, and in-depth analysis on categories and news topics that are relevant to their coverage areas."
This announcement is the first in what is expected to be several new categories and expert analysts that will be added to the Focus Expert Media Roster over the coming months.
In addition to these six experts, more subject matter experts in the Focus.com Expert network are available to speak with the media upon request. To request an interview with a member of the Focus.com Expert Media Roster, or another Focus.com Expert, please contact media@focus.com.
About Focus.com
Focus.com is the leading online business professional network that consists of two interconnected groups - a membership base of more than 850,000 business professionals and the highly-acclaimed Focus Expert Network, which features more than 5,000 of the most-recognized business and technology experts across every business category. Focus.com is ad-supported and entirely free to join. Within its engaged business community, members interact with each other and Focus experts to make more-informed business decisions.
To become a Focus expert, the Focus.com staff conducts an evaluation of the background and credentials of each candidate in their respective industry. In addition to free access to world-class business advice, Focus.com also offers real-time Q&A, industry research, relevant product and service information and personalized support. For more information, and to register to become a member or Focus expert, please visit http://www.focus.com/.
Media Contact:
Matt Rizzetta
North 6th Agency, Inc.
mrizzetta@north6thagency.com
917-398-0818
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Build quality is obviously an important thing to take into account when purchasing a product. Even the best performing piece of hardware is useless if it falls to pieces soon after you buy it. Today, ASE Labs has the Evercool Royal Notebook Cooler which is a product designed to survive the rigors of daily use and look good doing it. But how does this cooler fit for a king really hold up?Next Page »
Microsoft Lync Arrives and Brings Communications to New Heights
Lync and the power of software connect people virtually anytime and anywhere, across the PC, phone and browser.
REDMOND, Wash., Nov. 17, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Microsoft Corp. today announced the general availability of Microsoft Lync, the next generation of communications that connects people in new ways. Starting today, anyone can download a free trial version of Lync at http://www.lync.com, and business customers can purchase Lync beginning Dec. 1.
Lync is a single platform that integrates instant messaging, presence, audio, video, web conferencing and voice to bring people together in the ways they communicate best, with one interface that works with the applications businesses know and use today, including Microsoft Office, Microsoft SharePoint and Microsoft Exchange.
"Lync delivers on our vision to unify all of the modes of modern business communication, giving people a more collaborative, 'in person' experience with features like HD video, conference recording, and social features like status updates and activity feeds," said Gurdeep Singh Pall, corporate vice president of the Microsoft Lync & Speech Group. "In addition to transforming how people communicate, IT departments are also looking to Lync to evolve their infrastructure and enhance or eliminate their traditional PBX systems, saving money and saving time."
Customers including The Estee Lauder Companies Inc., Nikon Corp., Marquette University, France Telecom and Herrenknecht AG are deploying Lync 2010 to change the way they communicate, and transforming their businesses while saving money.
Nikon, for example, uses Lync with SharePoint and Exchange to increase the company's employee productivity. To date, Nikon has experienced a 30 percent increase in productivity in some areas.
"We want to move away from relying on a specific communication tool, like e-mail," said Michiko Noborisaka, general manager of Information System Planning Department at Nikon Corp. "We need capabilities that free people from the constraints of time and place. Our employees should be able to choose the best communications tools for each scenario they face."
Microsoft recently commissioned Forrester Consulting to conduct a Total Economic Impact study that found that for a composite organization Lync 2010 offers a risk-adjusted ROI of 337 percent, including $6.35 million in hard cost savings over three years, with a payback period of 12 months.
Choice and Value With Partner Solutions
Today, more than 70 new devices optimized for Lync, including a variety of IP phones, headsets, speakerphones and webcams, are being announced by Polycom Inc., Aastra Technologies Ltd. and other device partners.
Polycom is announcing the industry's first telepresence solution designed to interoperate with Lync, through the Polycom HDX Series and Polycom UC Intelligent Core. Both solutions enable individuals and groups to collaborate naturally and effortlessly across any distance.
"Through our commitment with Microsoft to deliver flexible standards-based solutions, Polycom is transforming business communications with the most comprehensive and intuitive communications experience that will deliver high-definition video, voice and content-sharing capabilities to conference rooms, classrooms and meeting spaces across the enterprise," said Andy Miller, Polycom president and CEO.
In addition, more than 30 partners are launching applications on the Lync platform for public and private organizations of all types and sizes. Solutions include contact centers, call recording, accounting, performance monitoring services and new applications that embed communications within business processes. Partners include Aspect Software Inc., Convergent Media Systems Corp., ProtonMedia Inc. and Wortell.
Finally, hundreds of partners, including global service providers such as British Telecom (BT), Dell, Dimension Data, HP and Verizon Business are offering services to help customers plan, architect, deploy and manage their Lync infrastructure.
Product Availability
Microsoft Lync 2010 and Microsoft Lync Server 2010 will be available for businesses of all sizes to purchase on Dec. 1, 2010. Microsoft Lync Online will be available as part of Office 365, with voice capabilities available in 2011. Lync Online will include instant messaging, presence, audio and video conferencing, and PC-to-PC voice calls.
Microsoft Lync is the new family brand for the products formerly known as Microsoft Communications Server, Microsoft Office Communications Online and Microsoft Office Communicator, and now also includes Microsoft Lync Web App and Microsoft Lync Online. More information about Lync is at http://www.microsoft.com/lync.
Founded in 1975, Microsoft (Nasdaq: MSFT) is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential.
*"Total Economic Impact of Microsoft Lync Server 2010," Jeffery North, Nov. 17, 2010
WAVE® Lync Communicator from Twisted Pair Solutions Delivers Enhanced Voice Capabilities to Microsoft Lync Server 2010
Software Solution Gives Microsoft Lync Server 2010 Users Direct Access to Two-way Radio and Smartphone Users
SEATTLE, Nov. 17, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Twisted Pair Solutions, a Microsoft partner and pioneer in Radio-over-IP (RoIP) technology, today announced its WAVE Lync Communicator. WAVE Lync Communicator is a software solution that integrates Twisted Pair's proven WAVE unified communications platform with Microsoft® Lync(TM) Server 2010. This provides users the ability to communicate directly with field workers who use push-to-talk radios, smartphones and other voice communications systems - further extending interoperable communications ranges across voice networks including Land Mobile Radio (LMR) systems.
Lync Server 2010 is Microsoft's unified communications solution that makes every interaction more collaborative, engaging and accessible from anywhere. A single user interface unites voice, IM, audio-, video-, and web-conferencing into a richer, more contextual offering. Twisted Pair's WAVE Lync Communicator extends this capability by adding push-to-talk connectivity between two-way radios and smartphones, allowing Lync Server 2010 users to connect with people securely whenever and wherever live communications is essential.
"Twisted Pair is an example of how partners and customers have leveraged the platform to extend communications to new scenarios. Adding interoperability between Lync and all systems that Twisted Pair's Wave supports can be of great benefit to our joint customers," said Ashima Singhal, Group Product Manager at Microsoft Corp.
With Lync, a single identity makes it easier and more efficient for users to find contacts, check their availability and connect with them. The WAVE Lync Communicator builds on this concept by displaying presence information of GPS-supported push-to-talk radio users and WAVE Mobile Communicators directly on a Bing map. Because the WAVE Lync Communicator mimics capabilities found on traditional two-way radios, WAVE Mobile Communicators can be fully integrated into any communication scenario as a supplementary or replacement radio handset.
"The WAVE Lync Communicator extends the boundaries of Lync's already vast unified communications footprint by adding direct voice communications between users no matter what time it is, where they are located, or what type of device they are using," said Tom Guthrie, CEO for Twisted Pair Solutions. "With the WAVE Lync Communicator, Lync Server users don't have to navigate different platforms to get in touch with those persons in field. They can simply track and talk with radio and smartphone users as they would anyone else in their Lync network - making interactions easier and more accessible."
The WAVE Lync Communicator further breaks down technology and organizational barriers associated with disparate and proprietary hardware, systems and software, aligning well in theme with Lync's interoperability accomplishments and extending the superior situational awareness already afforded by Lync.
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About WAVE Software
WAVE software from Twisted Pair Solutions connects and extends all of your voice communications by removing device, system and platform barriers to instant conversation. Because it's software, WAVE is affordable and scalable. It goes anywhere, operates on industry-standard hardware and supports limitless clients, including smartphones, two-way radios, desktop IP phones and PCs. Proven in thousands of the most complex deployments around the world, WAVE helps you integrate and control a truly unified communications system so that office-based and mobile workers can simply talk, make decisions and act.
About Twisted Pair Solutions, Inc.
Twisted Pair Solution's award-winning WAVE software technology connects everyone throughout the organization, securely, in real-time, regardless of location, device or network. WAVE is able to break down technology and organizational barriers associated with disparate and proprietary communications hardware, systems, and software at a fraction of the total cost of ownership seen with hardware-based solutions. WAVE gives IT organizations the control needed to evolve their communications network by enabling a single standardized platform that can be deployed, scaled and supported across the entire organization without new hardware purchases, immediate replacement of existing systems or adoption of limiting proprietary networks. Twisted Pair Solutions is headquartered in Seattle, Washington, USA with offices in the United Kingdom and Australia. Visit us at http://www.twistpair.com
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Twisted Pair Solutions
CONTACT: Michael Ann Thomas, +1-773-961-7340, mthomas@rhstrategic.com
InterCall Announces Professional Services and Support for Microsoft Lync
CHICAGO, Nov. 17, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- InterCall, the world's largest conferencing services provider, today announced a portfolio of unified communications (UC) consultation and systems integration services in support of Microsoft Lync 2010. The services are designed to help companies successfully plan and use Lync within their existing environment.
Lync is the next generation of Microsoft Corp.'s UC software that enables people to connect in new ways, anytime, anywhere. Lync makes every engagement a virtual face-to-face meeting through video and audio conferencing, application and desktop sharing, instant messaging and telephony. This new interactive tool has been designed from the ground up to work with Microsoft Office, SharePoint and Exchange, which helps reduce end-user adoption hurdles and increase return on investment.
"Microsoft Lync delivers a UC solution that will help customers control costs, improve productivity and increase efficiency at their organization," said Bob Wise, executive vice president of Unified Communications Services, InterCall. "From assessment and design, to deployment and adoption, we provide the tools and solutions for our customers to use Lync."
InterCall's services include:
-- Planning - companies interested in using Lync can work with InterCall to
build a business case for deployment with emphasis on demonstrating the
value of the solution and developing a strategic implementation plan.
Unified Communications consultants work to analyze current
infrastructure, set up pilot programs and create a roadmap for a
successful Lync deployment.
-- Enablement - InterCall's UC team will oversee the entire deployment
process including migration to Lync from legacy applications, detailed
project architecture documentation and expert training and adoption
services.
-- Management - once deployment is complete, InterCall offers services to
help maintain and monitor UC systems, provide IT strategy and support
long term UC goals.
"Microsoft Lync delivers a powerful, integrated user experience that revolutionizes the way businesses communicate" said Kirk Gregersen, senior director of product management, Microsoft Lync. "Intercall's growing collaboration with Microsoft Lync technologies, from audio conferencing to professional services to the Cloud, helps our joint customers realize the power of Lync by providing integration and deployment services to their network and desktop environments."
In addition to providing Lync users with dedicated UC specialists to assist with their UC needs, InterCall has developed an integrated global audio conferencing solution that will be available within the Lync platform. Built upon InterCall's award winning ReservationPlus® audio conferencing platform, this solution is expected to be available in U.S. markets in Q2 of 2011.
About InterCall
InterCall, a subsidiary of West Corporation, is the largest service provider in the world specializing in conference communications. Founded in 1991, InterCall helps people and companies be more productive by providing advanced audio, event, Web and video conferencing solutions that are easy-to-use and save them time and money. Along with a team of over 500 Meeting Consultants, the company employs more than 1,500 operators, customer service representatives, call supervisors, accounting, marketing and IT professionals. InterCall's strong U.S. presence, which includes four call centers and 26 sales offices, is bolstered by a global reach that extends to Canada, Mexico, Latin America, the Caribbean, the United Kingdom, Ireland, France, Germany, Australia, New Zealand, China, India, Hong Kong, Singapore and Japan. For more information, please visit http://www.intercall.com.
About West Corporation
West Corporation is a leading provider of technology-driven, voice-oriented solutions. West offers its clients a broad range of communications and infrastructure management solutions that help them manage or support critical communications. West's customer contact solutions and conferencing services are designed to improve its clients' cost structure and provide reliable, high-quality services. West also provides mission-critical services, such as public safety and emergency communications.
Founded in 1986 and headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, West serves Fortune 1000 companies and other clients in a variety of industries, including telecommunications, banking, retail, financial, technology and healthcare. West has sales and operations in the United States, Canada, Europe, the Middle East, Asia Pacific and Latin America. For more information on West Corporation, please call 1-800-841-9000 or visit http://www.west.com.
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InterCall
CONTACT: David Friedman of Ogilvy Public Relations Worldwide, +1-303-634-2674, David.Friedman@ogilvypr.com, for InterCall
In the news release, LivingSocial Jumps into Australia by Investing Nearly $5 Million in Jump On It; Positions LivingSocial as Biggest Social Shopping Player in Australian Market, issued earlier today by LivingSocial over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company that the end of the subheadline should read "Revenue in 2011" rather than "Revenue by 2011" as originally issued inadvertently. Complete, corrected release follows:
LivingSocial Jumps into Australia by Investing Nearly $5 Million in Jump On It; Positions LivingSocial as Biggest Social Shopping Player in Australian Market
Because of Its Rapid Growth this Year, LivingSocial is On Track to Book Well Over $500 Million in Revenue in 2011
WASHINGTON, Nov. 17, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- LivingSocial (http://www.livingsocial.com) the online source for people to find handpicked experiences at a great value, today announced that it has invested nearly $5 million for a controlling majority stake in Jump On It (http://www.JumpOnIt.com), Australia's leading social shopping site. Jump On It will fold into LivingSocial's branded Daily Deals, making LivingSocial's tailored experiences accessible to anyone living in Australia, the U.S., Canada, UK and Ireland. With 10 million subscribers across more than 100 markets worldwide, this expansion makes LivingSocial the leader in the Australian market. Additionally, because of its expanded global reach and rapid growth, the company is currently earning $1 million a day, and is projected to book in excess of $500 million in revenue in 2011.
"Having Jump On It as part of the team is an incredible opportunity for us to get started in Australia, and to offer our curated experiences to more consumers in more locations," said Eric Eichmann, COO of LivingSocial. "We've had extraordinary growth this year - and we continue to look for opportunities to grow even further, both domestically and internationally. Our growth and revenue numbers are clear indicators that our business model, our relationship with local merchants and our customer service make us the top choice when consumers seek unique experiences in their area."
Since launching in May this year, Jump On It has become Australia's leading social shopping website with more than 550,000 fans on its Facebook page. Together with LivingSocial, Jump On It will now reach more than 1.2 million Australians via email and Facebook every day. Jump On It offers more than 50% off of local services and experiences, such as spa treatments, restaurants, diving adventures and more. Every day the website features one special offer - and a bonus deal - and requires a certain amount of people to purchase the deal within a 24 hour period before the deal can go live. Additionally, consumers receive $10 in Jump On It credits for every friend they refer when they make their first purchase.
"We are very excited to join the LivingSocial team and be part of its launch in Australia," said Colin Fabig, CEO of Jump On It. "Together we will lead the social shopping sector by offering consumers more and varied deals in their area, and by giving local merchants a one-stop shop for new customers across these two great websites."
As the online source to find amazing experiences at an unbeatable value, LivingSocial lets anyone experience the hottest restaurants, shops, activities and services in their area. The company has dedicated area experts on the ground in every market working directly with business owners, and constantly researching the best in local adventures to bring a savings of 50% to 70% for consumers.
With its over 10 million strong subscription base, LivingSocial is able to provide local merchants with the unprecedented ability to reach local customers, and introduce great local experiences at unbeatable values.
Cashing in on LivingSocial Deals is easy: the site offers a new promotion every morning, announced through its website, daily email, Twitter, Facebook, iPhone or Android app. Live for 24 hours, the Deal is available to anyone who clicks on it. Additionally, LivingSocial's unique referral model gives users their Deal for free if they refer three friends who also participate.
For a full list of markets where LivingSocial is live or to sign up your location, go to http://www.livingsocial.com.
About LivingSocial
LivingSocial is the online source to find handpicked experiences at a great value, inviting anyone to save up to 50% to 70% each day on their favorite restaurants, spas, sporting events, hotels and other local attractions in major markets. LivingSocial has an extensive subscriber base of 10 million, and is headquartered in Washington, D.C. To sign up for Deals in your market, or to find out more information about LivingSocial, visit http://www.livingsocial.com. You can also follow LivingSocial on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/livingsocial.
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LivingSocial
CONTACT: Korina Buhler of Atomic PR, +1-415-593-2500, korina@atomicpr.com, for LivingSocial
Lift Audio Announces the Icon Series 6mm Premium Headphone: The Smallest High-Performing Headphone on the Market
AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 17, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Lift Audio, manufacturer of affordable high-quality consumer electronics products, today announced the Icon Series 6mm Premium Headphone. Its mini size, durability, and ergonomics create the ultimate mobile music experience.
Every element of the Icon Series 6mm headphone is designed to provide maximum comfort and performance for everyday use - whether you're running a 10k or kicking back on the plane.
-- One of the smallest headphones in the world: the 6mm driver is smaller
than a dime, ensures a comfortable fit and powerful sound
-- Lightweight and durable: the 1.6 oz aluminum alloy structure sustains
the most rigorous activities
-- Soft silicone fittings: an elongated cone-shape creates a deep yet
comfortable tight seal within the ear to block ambient noise
-- Custom fit: three sizes (S,M,L) of soft silicone fittings create a
personalized feel
Audio Integrity
The Icon Series 6mm headphone maintains the music's intended sound by using premium materials and design innovation.
-- The new standard in driver technology: a magnesium-enriched dynamic
driver is precisely molded to compliment the music while a powerful
strontium rare earth magnet delivers deep yet balanced bass level
-- Unique soundstage: emphasizes crisp highs, a smooth mid-range, and rich
bass across a full spectrum
-- Noise-isolating technology: passive noise isolation reduces ambient
noise without introducing artificial sounds into your music
Giving Back to You
With Lift Audio's exclusive partnership with Amazon.com, the Icon Series 6mm is the most affordable high-quality headphone on the market. We're passing on the savings to you.
-- Available exclusively at Amazon.com: at the special price of $29.99
(suggested retail price: $80)
-- Backed by: Lift Audio's hassle-free one-year warranty
-- Ships in Amazon's Certified Frustration-Free Packaging: minimal and
recyclable packaging to reduce waste, consumer aggravation, and cost
-- Comes with: three sizes of silicone fittings (S,M,L) and a sport
carrying case
Lift Audio - Taking Sound to a Higher Experience
Lift Audio was founded in 2010 to improve the mobile music experience with premium materials, extensive research, and innovative engineering. We're passionate about music and improving the way we experience music everyday.
AT&T Government Solutions Wins $286 Million Task Order From Social Security Administration
AT&T Will Develop New Contact Call Center Solution Under U.S. General Services Administration Networx Universal Program.
OAKTON, Va., Nov. 17, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- AT&T Government Solutions* announced it has won a fair opportunity award to deploy the Citizens Access Routing Enterprise (CARE) through 2020 contact call center solution for the Social Security Administration (SSA). The award determination was made under the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) Networx Universal contract vehicle. The award will permit SSA to issue individual task orders to AT&T worth up to $286 million for an Internet Protocol (IP) - based interactive voice response automation and contact call center solution through SSA's national toll-free number.
The Social Security Administration provides retirement, disability, and survivors' benefits via a nationwide, decentralized network of 1,500 offices, card centers, processing centers and other offices, supported by approximately 66,000 employees. In addition, approximately 80 million calls are placed to SSA's national toll-free number annually - 30 million calls serviced by automation and 50 million by SSA agents. In 2010, the independent federal agency will ensure 53 million Americans receive $703 billion in Social Security benefits.
"Millions of Americans rely on the Social Security Administration for vital social services and benefits," said Thomas Harvey, Senior Vice President, AT&T Government Solutions. "With the influx of Baby Boomers looming, the agency will need a reliable contact call center solution to meet increased demand. The CARE through 2020 contact center will play a central role in connecting citizens with SSA, helping the agency meet new performance goals, while providing flexibility to support additional growth and new technologies and services."
AT&T is an industry leader in providing communications services to the federal government through AT&T's global network with built-in security, quality, reliability, and resilience. The foundation is the state-of-the-art AT&T Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS)-enabled network, which allows customers, such as SSA, to incorporate leading edge applications on the network.
"The transition to an IP-based call center solution is a natural progression for SSA," said Jeff Mohan, Executive Director, Networx Program Office, AT&T Government Solutions. "AT&T has significant experience delivering on successful Contact Center Solutions and IP convergence projects and looks forward to working with SSA to realize the benefits of CARE through 2020."
AT&T's deployment of the CARE through 2020 contact call center solution will allow SSA the flexibility to meet increased demands and add new communication technologies and services, such as Web Callback, "Click to Talk", Web Collaboration, and Web Chat. In addition, CARE through 2020 will allow SSA to implement an enhanced reporting system that incorporates data from multiple sources and real-time network indicators, helping the agency identify and improve citizen interaction.
AT&T, previously a Call Center Toll Free Services provider to SSA, has worked with SSA since the agency's inception, currently providing data network services, through SSA's Enterprise-Wide Network Infrastructure (SSANet), to over 1,000 SSA locations.
The CARE through 2020 task order has a period of performance through the expiration of AT&T's Networx Universal contract, through March 2017.
*AT&T Government Solutions is a business unit within AT&T Corp., an affiliate of AT&T Inc. AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.
About AT&T Government Solutions
AT&T Government Solutionsis a long-standing, trusted source of network-enabled solutions for the federal government, integrating unmatched network resources and IT and software engineering expertise with innovative technologies from AT&T Labs and industry-leading partners. With headquarters in Oakton, Va., AT&T Government Solutions is best known for network leadership in voice, data, video and managed services. AT&T Government Solutions is a proven solutions integrator, with expertise in areas such asInformation Assurance, Network Solutions, Application Solutions and Mission Support.
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.
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Information set forth in this news release contains financial estimates and other forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results may 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 or revise statements contained in this news release based on new information or otherwise.
dealspl.us Launches Money Makers Program Just in Time for Holiday Deal Shopping
Deal and coupon fanatics and bloggers can now earn cash rewards for doing what they do best
SAN JOSE, Calif., Nov. 17, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- dealspl.us, a user-generated social shopping site, today announced the launch of its Money Makers Program. Just in time for holiday bargain shopping, the dealspl.us Money Makers Program allows deal and coupon enthusiasts to earn money doing what they do best - finding and sharing great deals and coupons. With dealspl.us, deal-savvy shoppers not only save money, they can also earn money by sharing their deals, coupons and insights with others in the dealspl.us community, their social networks, websites and blogs. In addition, the company has launched the dealspl.us Widget to help Money Makers monetize their websites or blogs with relevant, money-saving coupons.
Currently more than three million users visit dealspl.us each month to seek out, share and discuss money-saving deals and coupons. The new Money Makers Program expands the company's reach to new audiences, creates a more incentivized user base, and supports its commitment to provide partners with a more engaged and active community.
"At dealspl.us, we're devoted to helping consumers easily find and share the best deals and coupons available," said Jason Lee, CEO, dealspl.us. "We wanted to sweeten the dealspl.us experience - that's why we're introducing the Money Makers Program to provide users many opportunities to earn money for their time and participation in the community. This new program will help us build deeper engagement with our fans this holiday season - and the community as a whole, as we are matching donations made through Money Makers to the esteemed U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program."
Unlike some other sites that only reward users if their contribution results in a sale, Money Makers Program participants earn money when others click on deals and coupons they've posted. Additionally, users can earn money by sharing dealspl.us coupons on other sites. By simply copying and pasting special Money Makers links or embedding the dealspl.us Widget, users get paid for sharing any coupon, not just their own.
Money Makers also earn money in the newly created "Ask & Share" section where users can share details and insights on shopping deals and coupons, offer product opinions and general "how to" help to those in the dealspl.us community. Users can post questions, answers and rate responses, and Money Makers can even earn money for their top-rated answers.
No other deals and coupons site allows users to make money in so many easy ways, for example:
-- Post a deal: Earn $3.00 per every 1,000 views
-- Update a deal: Once approved, earn $1.50 per 1,000 views (original
poster of the deal or coupon also gets $1.50 per 1,000 views)
-- Post a coupon: Earn $3.00 per 1,000 views ($30 maximum earnings on any
one coupon)
-- Share a special link/widget: Earn $10.00-30.00 per 1,000 clicks on the
shared link or link in a widget. Post an answer in the Ask & Share
section: Users earn $3.00 per 1,000 views (Note: users earnings are
accrued only while their answer is rated the highest)
In addition, Money Makers can manage their accounts, check their stats and track earnings through the Money Makers Dashboard. At the end of each month, users are paid via PayPal for every $50 they've earned. If they have not yet earned $50, their earnings will roll over to the next month until they reach the $50 mark.
"Money Makers is one of the most flawless and creative ideas I've ever witnessed implemented into a website to thank users for their support and loyalty," said Alejandro Parjus, a Money Makers beta user. "It's a great honor to be a part of Money Makers."
During the holiday season, dealspl.us is giving Money Makers members the option to donate the money they earn in the program to the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program. dealspl.us will match all charity donations made and will continue to offer charitable donation options after the holidays.
dealspl.us is a user-generated social shopping site, where users can find, share, discuss, and enjoy the best deals and coupons available online. Founded in 2006, dealspl.us is free to use and free to join. Through its Money Makers program, dealspl.us is the only service of its kind to offer its users cash back for participating in the community. Currently, more than four million users visit dealspl.us each month to seek out, share and discuss money-saving deals and coupons. To date, dealspl.us users have shared 325,150 deals and 152,682 coupons. To join the dealspl.us community and start saving today, visit http://www.dealspl.us, "like" us on Facebook, or follow us on Twitter.
Buongiorno Launches New SMS Application For Android: mysms
LOS GATOS, California, November 17, 2010/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --
- Text Messages Still the Second Most Used Application (After Voice),
With Usage Numbers Still Growing
- Thanks to mysms, Users Can Save up to 50 Percent of Their SMS Expenses,
and the First 10 SMS' Are Free
Buongiorno SpA, global leader in mobile entertainment,
announces today - with its subsidiary sms.at - the launch of mysms, a new SMS
application for Android. The international application can be used instead of
the preinstalled SMS software, allowing the sending of SMS messages at a
cheaper rate for the user.
The application gives the user the option to use mysms or the
preinstalled SMS software on the Android smartphone, enabling them to select
their own tariff and choose how SMS messages are sent. The user can choose to
send messages via mysms, at a cost of GBP0.07 for national and GBP0.09 for
international SMS', or via the network operator, where the fee is determined
by the network operator itself. Thanks to mysms, users can save up to 50
percent of their SMS expense.
Additional features on offer with the application include group send,
personalisation and SMS pop-up. The group send feature enables multiple
sending to different groups of people, and allows contacts to be synchronised
with either those in the phonebook or those being managed directly in the
application itself. In terms of personalisation, the signature feature, for
example, will enable smartphone users to automatically sign off their
messages. And finally, when receiving an SMS message, a pop-up window
automatically appears, enabling the user to immediately read and reply to the
message directly via pop-up - without having to close the current application
in use.
Martin Pansy, General Manager of sms.at, part of Buongiorno
Group, said: "I am very pleased to launch our new SMS application for
Android. Through this service, our users can benefit from huge cost savings
and the application offers a great range of additional features. This
development supports our goal to provide SMS services directly on mobile
devices via the mobile internet. The application exploits Buongiorno's
competencies in the traditional mobile entertainment as well as the skills in
the development of smartphone applications."
Following a successful test phase in Austria, the application
is now available in 5 countries - including the UK - where, according to
recent data from GfK Retail and Technology research, smartphone adoption is
skyrocketing, with penetration in the contract mobile devices market in the
UK reaching 73.5% in June this year. Android has an average penetration of 2%
in the 5 largest European countries (source: Comscore data) and analysts
estimate that this will grow to 25% in the medium term - with a potential
global market of over 700 million. Mysms adds to Buongiorno's existing
portfolio of smartphone applications, which includes Hellotxt - the personal
social networker for Iphone, iPad and Android, and Applistars - a launching
pad for Buongiorno's mobile content in the world of iPhone applications.
SMS' are still the most used application after voice,
representing 15% of the time spent by smartphone users, and their global
usage number continues to grow.
The application can be downloaded by the Android Market or by
visiting http://www.mysms.com and quoting the code QR. Country-specific
versions are available in English, French, German, Italian and Spanish.
The iPhone version of the application will be available by the
end of the year.
For further information visit mysms.com, or the Facebook Fan Page or
follow mysms on Twitter.com/mysms.com @mysmscom.
Free Shipping to Military and Foreign Service Personnel for the Holidays From drugstore.com
Orders Placed by December 3rd Receive Free Shipping to APO/FPO/DPO Addresses with Arrival by Christmas Day
BELLEVUE, Wash., Nov. 17, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- drugstore.com, inc., (Nasdaq: DSCM) a leading online retailer of health, beauty, vision, and pharmacy products is offering free shipping to military and foreign service addresses for the holidays. Whether a gift package is being sent to Afghanistan or a Military base here at home, orders placed by December 3, 2010, on http://www.drugstore.com and its sister site http://www.Beauty.com for $49 or more will receive free shipping with arrival by December 24th when sent to APO/FPO/DPO addresses.
"This is an easy, convenient way for family and friends of members of the military or foreign service to send gifts and care packages to loved ones this time of year," said Ron Kelly, vice president of customer services, drugstore.com, inc. "We're extremely proud to extend the free shipping deadline to December 3rd for APO/FPO/DPO addresses to help bring home the holidays."
Customers in the military and foreign service tell us that it can be extremely difficult to find the essential products they enjoy when they're far from home. In fact, the most frequently ordered products for APO/FPO/DPO shipping are simple gifts like a favorite shampoo, body wash or hair styling product, reminders of the comforts of home.
In addition to exceptional values on everyday essentials, the drugstore.com(TM) and Beauty.com(TM) holiday stores have gift guides with recommendations for gifts under $25, for him, for her, toys and games, and consumer electronics and beauty gifts. There are more than a half million product reviews written by customers and informational videos to help choose the perfect gift.
Can't decide what to send? Order a drugstore.com gift certificate that will be delivered by email. The recipient can shop online from anywhere in the world. It's a great gift at any time of the year and is also valid for Beauty.com purchases.
Information about Holiday shipping deadlines, including APO/FPO/DPO can be found at http://www.drugstore.com/HolidayShipping or by calling customer service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 1-800-drugstore (1-800-378-4786), toll free in the U.S. and Canada. Worldwide customer service is also available by calling 1-425-372-4401, (long distance charges may apply).
About drugstore.com, inc.
drugstore.com, inc. (NASDAQ:DSCM) is a leading online retailer of health, beauty, clinical skincare, vision, and pharmacy products. Our portfolio of brands includes: drugstore.com(TM), Beauty.com(TM), Skinstore.com®, and VisionDirect.com(TM). All provide a convenient, private, and informative shopping experience while offering a wide assortment of more than 55,000 products at competitive prices.
Media Contact:
Anne Marshall
425.372.3464
amarshall@drugstore.com
Vertex Standard Announces Availability of VX-450 Series Portable Radios
New Choice in Cost Effective Industrial Communications
TOKYO, Nov. 17, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Vertex Standard Company is now shipping the new VX-450 Series portable two-way radios in North America. Known for compact, feature-rich radios at a competitive price, Vertex Standard's newest portable radios provide users with heavy-duty performance and enhanced safety capabilities for greater overall value.
"We are pleased to provide customers with a new choice in industrial grade two-way radios ideally suited for use in construction, utilities and manufacturing," said Mike Gray, North America LMR Sales Vice President. "These radios are designed to withstand jobsite abuse and are submersible in water levels of up to 3 feet for 30 minutes. The radios are also equipped with a variety of easy to use safety alert features for workers faced with hazards or emergencies on the job."
The new VX-450 Series is available in 3 models:
-- VX-459 with 8-character display, full keypad, 512 channels, 9
programmable buttons
-- VX-454 with 8-character display, 4-key keypad, 512 channels, 7
programmable buttons
-- VX-451 with no display, 32 channels and 3 programmable buttons
Performance features:
-- IP57 Water resistance rating - submersible up to 3 feet for 30 minutes
-- Loud, clear 700mW audio output
-- Up to 18 hours Lithium Ion battery life
-- Voice activated transmit and voice channel announcement for ease of use
Safety features:
-- Emergency alert with dedicated programmable button
-- Lone Worker mode
-- Exclusive Auto-Range Transpond System (ARTS(TM)) monitors connectivity
-- Man Down alert option
Additional features include: voice inversion encryption, MDC-1200® encode/decode and 2-tone/5-tone encode/decode built-in. Frequency ranges include 134-174 MHz VHF and UHF 450 - 512 MHz with 400 - 470 MHz available later this quarter*.
As with all Vertex Standard radios, the new VX-450 Series is backed with a full 3-year warranty in North America. Future additions are planned based on this new platform including intrinsically safe models and LTR/Passport trunking models planned for announcement in 2011.
Vertex Standard Co. Ltd is a Japanese company that has manufactured radio communication products for land, marine, airband, and amateur since 1956. With customer satisfaction as its number one priority, the company has supplied products that meet the changing demands of the 2-way radio communications market. For more information on any Vertex Standard product, please visit http://www.vertexstandard.com, or e-mail: vertexstandard@vxstdusa.com.
*UHF Models pending FCC type approval and currently not available for sale.
Contact:
Leann Griebner
Vertex Standard
1 (847) 576-0614
SOURCE Vertex Standard
Vertex Standard
CONTACT: Leann Griebner of Vertex Standard, +1-847-576-0614
WASHINGTON, Nov. 17, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading data visualization firm JESS3 today released "TheStateofCloudComputing," which narrates the history of cloud computing and demonstrates the growing cloud economy.
The State of Cloud Computing follows two previous releases in the series: TheStateoftheInternet, released in February 2010, and TheFutureofRevenue, released with Eloqua in October 2010. Additionally, the company is producing The State of Wikipedia for launch in conjunction with Wikipedia's 10th anniversary (slated for early 2011).
The State of Cloud Computing highlights not only the staggering investment in cloud-based businesses -- up from $25.7MM in 2005 to $374.8MM in 2009 -- but also spotlights the multitude of possibilities that cloud computing offers, from sharing videos and photos from anywhere in the world, to storing and organizing data for remote access. Cloud-based brands including Skype, Dropbox, YouTube, Wikipedia, Yahoo, MSN, Gmail, Farmville and Twitter all make a debut in the video, as does KeyboardCat.
Jesse Thomas, JESS3 founder and CEO, noted how important this piece is not only for the web, but for his company. "With dozens of team members living all over the world, working in the cloud is critical for JESS3. In fact, I run my company 100% in the cloud. From sending files, to IM'ing, to collaborating on documents with each other and clients; what we do each day would not be possible without the freedom of the cloud."
Thomas added: "After having the State of the Internet strike a chord with the Internet far and wide, we are beyond excited to dive deep into the cloud and bring this concept to life with salesforce.com -- and, watch out, we are focusing serious resources in the future of this series in video, film and book format."
The three-minute video, funded by salesforce.com (CRM), a company which specializes in enterprisecloudcomputing, is hosted on the TheStateofCloudComputing.com. The microsite also serves to aggregate and visualize conversations and links about cloud computing based on relevant key words and the hashtag #SOCC on Twitter.
ABOUT JESS3:
JESS3 is a creative interactive agency that specializes in social media and data visualization. JESS3 continues to push the limits of what creativity and storytelling mean, providing services that range from UI / UX, animation and social media strategy to developing large-scale installations, brand strategies and infographics for clients that include Samsung, Nike, Facebook, NASA, Microsoft and Google. JESS3 also has a dedicated Labs division, which funds and launches its own products. Headquartered in the Washington, DC area JESS3 has team members in more than a dozen cities, in ten countries, on several continents, which allows the company to draw from a diverse set of resources and time zones to deliver for its clients.
Atari's Classic Arcade Shooter Yars'® Revenge Is Back With New Cinematic Gaming Experience
Best-Selling Atari 2600 Video Game of All-Time Returns in Early 2011 for Xbox LIVE Arcade for Xbox 360, PlayStation Network, and Windows PC Download
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 17, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- 30 years ago Yars' Revenge took the gaming world by storm as one of the first arcade shooters and became the best-selling original title for the Atari 2600. Now three decades later, gamers will once again get the chance to avenge the annihilated race of the Yar. Atari, one of the world's most recognized publishers and producers of interactive entertainment will unleash Yars' Revenge onto Xbox LIVE® Arcade for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®Network and Windows PC Download in Q1 2011.
Yars' Revenge brings the legendary title to new artistic heights with an anime inspired art style and captivating narrative that expands upon the original story. The game also features local co-op gameplay, multiple endings, intense battles, and visually striking landscapes designed to appeal to both casual and hardcore gamers.
In Yars', players will take on the role of a nameless Yar, who has been brainwashed by the evil Qotile empire to do their bidding. After being shot down and rescued by the ancient and mysterious Bar Yargler, she sets off on a ferociously focused mission, to seek revenge on her former master and his deadly squad of assassins. The bio-technological nightmare of the Qotile home world provides stunning backdrops for players to fly through in aerial combat with their enemy.
"Yars' Revenge is one of the most popular Atari games of all time, leaving fans eager to experience the next chapter," says Jim Wilson, President and CEO of Atari, Inc. "The new Yars' Revenge updates this classic with anime inspired art direction, intense aerial battles and local co-op gameplay."
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.
Atari word mark and logo are trademarks owned by Atari Interactive, Inc.
ABOUT KILLSPACE ENTERTAINMENT
Founded in January 2009, Killspace Entertainment is an independent game studio composed primarily of former Obsidian and Pandemic developers. Located in the heart of Hollywood, we are focused on 1st and 3rd person action/adventure games for packaged and digital release on console, online, and mobile platforms. As our location suggests, we seek to use the best practices from the film and television industries to create incredible character-driven interactive content and experiences that would feel as immediate and compelling in a movie theater as they do in our games.
GottaHaveMyMobile.com Launches With Free Tips for Cell Phone Care, Advice for Those Suffering Mobile Mishaps and Financial Education
Website Provided by Asurion, World's Largest Cell Phone Insurer
NASHVILLE, Tenn., Nov. 17, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Asurion, the global leader in technology protection services, announced today the launch of GottaHaveMyMobile.com, an entertaining, educational resource for anyone owning a mobile phone that has ever wondered how to extend the life of their phone, and how to prepare for the possibility of handset loss, theft or damage.
GottaHaveMyMobile's light-hearted videos capture the everyday activities that can unfortunately result in a cell phone's demise - handsets that are sat-on in the car, submerged in the pool or flushed down the tubes - these real-world examples remind all of us that accidents can happen quickly. Visitors to the site can even take a staring role, sharing their stories and uploading pictures. With 60,000,000 cell phones lost, stolen or damaged each year, there is no shortage of personal experiences. Additional content on the site answers frequently asked questions and provides a broad range of consumer information.
Visitors to GottaHaveMyMobile can also express their likes and dislikes about all-things mobile. Each month a new poll will solicit opinions about everything from the most annoying ringtones to the best new applications. Poll results will reveal new mobile trends and will shed more light on the increasingly-important, ubiquitous nature of cell phones in our lives.
Understanding the financial benefits of cell phone insurance is also easier with GottaHaveMyMobile. Many consumers are unaware that the replacement price for a phone is substantially higher than the price paid at the time of signing a service agreement. On GottaHaveMyMobile, visitors use a drop-down menu to select their wireless carrier, then the website displays a number of popular phone models supported by that carrier. Each model appears with the associated price a user without insurance would pay to replace the device, as well as the savings an insured consumer realizes.
GottaHaveMyMobile also offers a valuable collection of advice for getting the most out of your cell phone. From "5 easy ways to conserve battery life" to "Top 5 ways your cell phone can help improve your grades," there is something for everyone.
GottaHaveMyMobile is sponsored by Asurion, who with 90 million customers is by far the world's leading provider of cell phone insurance. Asurion covers consumers in the event of loss, theft or out-of-warranty damage, including liquid damage. Customers who file a claim by 11:00PM Eastern most often receive a replacement phone the next day. Asurion is the cell phone protection company chosen by every major wireless carrier.
"Every day our services help tens-of-thousands reconnect with those in their personal and professional lives," said Bettie Colombo, spokesperson for Asurion. "I believe GottaHaveMyMobile can be a helpful tool in educating consumers about some of the risks to mobile devices and helping them determine for themselves whether insuring those devices makes sense from a financial and quality-of-life standpoint."
About Asurion
Asurion is the global leader in Technology protection services. From lost, stolen and damaged wireless handsets to malfunctioning computers or HD-TVs, Asurion provides more than 75 million consumers worldwide with best-in-class, next day device replacement. The company can also protect user content and software. Asurion is the exclusive provider to many of the world's premier telecommunications and retail companies. Asurion is privately-held with more than 5,000 employees and operates in six countries across three continents.
Personal Cell Phone Charging Stations Organize the Increasing Clutter of Charger Cords in the Home
New study shows 75% of teenagers now own cell phones
FRANKLIN, Mass., Nov. 17, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- When did the kitchen counter become the location to charge cell phones instead of a place for a freshly baked cake? Who uses all these phones?
According to a recent survey by the Pew Internet and American Life Project, 85% of adults now own a cell phone. The survey also shows that 75% of American teenagers use cell phones and that texting has become their favorite form of communication. Presently, there are over 250,000,000 cell phones users in the USA.
It is not uncommon for every member of a home to own a cell phone.
Unfortunately, an increased number of phones in the home means an increased number of charger cords awaiting the daily cell phone charge. Charging cords left lying on counters and tables are creating the newest form of household clutter. Stored occasionally, the chargers are retrieved and plugged in to charge the phone. The familiar tangle of cords and phones are again left lying around exposing phones to potential damage from spills.
One popular solution to this problem is the personal charging station that can be used in any room in the home. Children are able to charge their phones in their bedroom. Parents may opt to charge their phones in the kitchen, den or next to their bed at night.
The CP Docks line of charging stations (http://www.cpdocks.com) offers two inexpensive models. Both models keep the charger, cords and phones conveniently stored and protected from spills. They fit all phones, including the iPhone or Blackberry.
The Plug-in-Shelf model is portable and plugs into any electrical outlet. The unit consists of a non-skid shelf for the phone, a cord holder to hide the charging cord and a unique plug adapter to plug in your existing charger. The charger can stay with the charging station, even when traveling.
The EZ Mount model is a charging station that replaces any standard electrical wall plate and acts as a complete home organizer. It provides for charger and cord storage, a non-skid shelf for the phone and even has a handy key hook for your car keys. It works great in a kitchen keeping phones, chargers and keys off of the counter.
Either model is $14.95 with free shipping and can be ordered at http://www.cpdocks.com. Use the special holiday promotional code, "gifts," and save an additional 20%. They make an ideal gift or stocking stuffer.
Cell phone charging stations eliminate the need to constantly store and retrieve the charging unit. They are a great way to keep your tables and counters free of charging cords and will help anyone keep their home organized ... and free up some counter space for a fresh baked cake.
Contact Information
William Sbordon
WJS Technologies
PO Box 434
Franklin, MA 02038
508-497-2179
Email: wsbordon@cpdocks.com
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WJS Technologies
CONTACT: William Sbordon of WJS Technologies, +1-508-497-2179, wsbordon@cpdocks.com
Tick Tock, Developers: One Month Remaining to Enter the VDC Power Your App Contest
Contest Deadline Dec. 17; Prizes Include $50,000 Plus Revenue Share and Marketing Support
BASKING RIDGE, N.J., Nov. 17, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- With one month remaining to submit entries, Verizon Wireless encourages mobile applications developers to enter the Verizon Developer Community (VDC) Power Your App contest. Developers can visit the Power Your App contest website (http://www.poweryourappcontest.com) to enter their most innovative, consumer-friendly and business-savvy apps in the contest by Dec. 17, 2010.
The Grand Prize winner will be chosen by Verizon Wireless customers and will take home $50,000; earn 200 percent of the application's revenue for a year (to a maximum of actual revenue plus $100,000); have their winning app featured in V CAST Apps for eight weeks; and join the VDC at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain.
To determine this year's categories, wireless customers were surveyed on the kinds of applications they find most appealing and which applications they would be most likely to purchase and use. Based on those results, the categories are:
-- Connections - social networking, instant messaging, personalization
-- Entertainment - movies and TV, video
-- Lifestyle - shopping, fitness and health, travel and navigation
-- Business - productivity, utilities, money management
-- Information - education, news, weather, sports, leisure
VDC members will narrow down the submissions and select the semi-finalists, which will be posted on Monday, Jan. 17, 2011, to the Power Your App contest website where online voting will also select the People's Choice winner. Beginning Jan. 24, 2011, Verizon Wireless customers will be able to vote for the Grand Prize winner on their mobile phones using V CAST Apps. Verizon Wireless will announce the winners soon after the contest ends.
Applications entered in the contest must work on smartphones on either the Android or RIM platforms to be eligible to win. For an overview of the contest, a list of eligible devices, the full set of rules and an explanation of prizes, visit the Power Your App contest website. Developers must be part of the VDC to be eligible to enter the contest. No purchase necessary to enter or win. Must be legal, U.S. resident 18 years or older. Void outside the U.S. and where prohibited by law. Registration as well as the latest information on the VDC is available at http://developer.verizon.com.
About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless operates the nation's most reliable and largest wireless voice and 3G data network, serving more than 93 million customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with more than 79,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD). For more information, visit http://www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.
MovieTickets.com to Release Full Suite of Mobile Offerings to Keep On-The-Go Moviegoers Connected
Movie Ticketing Services Now Available on Multiple Platforms
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 17, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- MovieTickets.com, the worldwide leader in advance movie ticketing, today announced the availability of mobile offerings including free applications for the Apple® iPhone® and iPod® Touch, and Blackberry®, along with a free application for Android® phones coming soon. For consumers who prefer to browse the web on their phone, MovieTickets.com debuts a redesigned mobile-optimized site that allows moviegoers to see showtimes and buy tickets at mobile.movietickets.com.
"Many movie-goers expect to quickly and conveniently access information and make ticket purchases anytime and anywhere," said Joel Cohen, CEO, MovieTickets.com. "Over the past couple of years, we've provided our ticketing solutions to many of the most popular apps in the market. We recognize the demand for MovieTickets.com-branded applications and we hope to see a positive response with this launch."
In addition to providing a simple and efficient way to view movie showtimes and purchase tickets within the applications, the MovieTickets.com-branded apps also allow users to browse films, view movie posters and watch high-quality trailers.
With more than 200 theater chains available for ticketing on each platform, users will have a wide variety of theater options to choose from. The applications utilize the built-in GPS functions found in smartphones, which lets consumers search for local showtimes on their phones by using location-finding features or simply by inputting a zip code. For download and more information on the new mobile offerings, please visit http://www.movietickets.com/mobile.
Moviegoers can receive real-time status updates from MovieTickets.com by following on Twitter at @_MovieTickets_ and Facebook.
For more information or to speak with a MovieTickets.com representative, contact Formula at (310) 578-7050 or via e-mail at kovacs@formulapr.com.
About MovieTickets.com
MovieTickets.com (http://www.movietickets.com), the worldwide leader in advance movie ticketing, offers moviegoers a destination for movie news, reviews and trailers as well as a convenient way to buy movie tickets in advance. MovieTickets.com enables consumers to buy tickets online for movie screens across the United States, in Canada at MovieTickets.ca; in the U.K. at MovieTickets.co.uk; in Ireland at MovieTickets.ie; in Argentina at MovieTickets.com.ar; from any Internet-enabled wireless device at mobile.movietickets.com; and from any phone at 877-789-MOVIE. Formed in 2000, MovieTickets.com is a joint venture between AMC Entertainment, Hollywood Media Corp. (Nasdaq: HOLL), National Amusements, Cineplex Entertainment, Marcus Theatres (NYSE: MCS), Viacom (NYSE: VIA) and Time Warner, and leverages the collective theater chain expertise to deliver consumers a premium movie ticketing experience. Its elite collection of partner theaters consistently represents more than 50 percent of the top 100 grossing theaters in North America on any given weekend. The MovieTickets.com theater chain group, which includes 216 theater chains, is about 10 times the number of chains of its nearest competitor.
Verizon to Issue Identity Credentials to Nearly All U.S. Health Care Professionals
Credentialed Health Care Professionals Will Be Able to Access Verizon Medical Data Exchange, Other E-Health Platforms to Securely Share Patient Data
BASKING RIDGE, N.J., Nov. 17, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- In a move designed to advance electronic health data sharing, Verizon will begin issuing in January medical identity credentials to 2.3 million U.S. physicians, physicians assistants and nurse practitioners - at no charge.
This first-of-its kind step will enable U.S. health care professionals to meet federal requirements contained in the 2009 Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act that call for the use of strong identity credentials when accessing and sharing patient information electronically beginning in mid-2011.
With these strong identity credentials, U.S. health care professionals will be able to receive digital health information via the Verizon Medical Data Exchange, using a secure, private inbox accessed from a new Web-based physician portal, the Healthcare Provider Portal. These multi-factored credentials will be designed to meet the Level 3 authentication requirements created by the National Institute of Standards and Technology, the federal agency that works with industry to develop and apply technology, measurements and standards.
In addition, these credentials will be able to be used to universally access health IT applications and platforms, such as electronic medical records, e-prescribing services and health information exchanges, including the Verizon Health Information Exchange, which serves as a central repository for patient information and upon request pulls a patient's history from disparate sources.
Currently, there is no universal means of issuing multi-factored credentials to U.S. health care professionals for use in accessing any health care system, database or application. Verizon is filling this void by drawing upon its heritage of issuing and managing tens of millions of identity credentials for hundreds of businesses and governments around the globe.
"For years, the U.S. has been talking about the concept of digitally sharing health information and we are now on the cusp of making this a reality," said Peter Tippett, vice president - innovation and technology, Verizon Business. "Verizon is lowering the barriers to compliance and adoption by providing health care professionals with a universal means to access virtually any system, anytime, anywhere. We believe this is a significant step forward for health IT."
Joseph Ternullo, associate director - Center for Connected Health, a division of Partners Healthcare in Boston that is leveraging information technology to create a new model of health care delivery that better integrates quality care into the day-to-day lives of patients, said: "Verizon's issuance of medical identity credentials to U.S. health care professionals promises to help solve many of the information technology challenges faced by providers and facilitate the secure exchange of health information among credentialed health care professionals. Verizon is creating a clear path toward meeting federal requirements for the use of strong identity credentials."
A Powerful Platform for Patient Information Sharing
The Verizon Medical Data Exchange - a fully interoperable and open standards-based platform - enables physicians nationwide to overcome traditional barriers to e-health adoption, including compliance, usability and the investment required to change existing IT systems or purchase new equipment or software. The platform enables a wide range of health care providers - from large health systems to rural hospitals to small physician practices - to securely and privately receive and send digital records, such as dictated physician notes, X-rays, medical images and lab results, by linking disparate IT systems and applications.
The Verizon Medical Data Exchange is designed to meet meaningful-use requirements for health data sharing established under the 2009 HITECH Act. These requirements are a set of interoperability standards, implementation specifications and certification programs intended to certify electronic health record technology to enable clinicians to better coordinate care and reduce administrative costs.
Verizon Connected Healthcare Solutions
Verizon Connected Healthcare Solutions offers a comprehensive portfolio of managed, IT and consulting services for the health care industry that help transform patient care delivery, enhance access to care and better manage costs.
About Verizon Business
Verizon Business, a unit of Verizon Communications (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ), is a global leader in communications and IT solutions. We combine professional expertise with one of the world's most connected IP networks to deliver award-winning communications, IT, information security and network solutions. We securely connect today's extended enterprises of widespread and mobile customers, partners, suppliers and employees- enabling them to increase productivity and efficiency and help preserve the environment. Many of the world's largest businesses and governments - including 96 percent of the Fortune 1000 and thousands of government agencies and educational institutions - rely on our professional and managed services and network technologies to accelerate their business. Find out more at http://www.verizonbusiness.com.
VERIZON'S ONLINE NEWS CENTER: Verizon news releases, executive speeches and biographies, media contacts, high-quality video and images, and other information are available at Verizon's News Center on the World Wide Web at http://www.verizon.com/news. To receive news releases by e-mail, visit the News Center and register for customized automatic delivery of Verizon news releases.
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CONTACT: Kevin W. Irland, +1-703-886-1117, kevin.w.irland@verizon.com
Mollie's Fund Launches App for Skin Cancer Awareness
GARDEN CITY, N.Y., Nov. 17, 2010 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Mollie Biggane Melanoma Foundation, http://www.molliesfund.org has announced the launch of a free application that will provide valuable information for skin cancer and melanoma detection. This free application is available on iPhone, iPod Touch and the iPad. It can also be downloaded through iTunes.
Mollie's Fund, with the assistance of MCS Advertising, created this interactive guide to provide users with facts about the evolution of skin cancer and melanoma. The application illustrates a self-exam, exhibits mole changes and reinforces behaviors to protect against skin cancer. The program emphasizes the necessity of a professional dermatology examination.
Current estimates state over 80 million users will be able to receive this valuable health resource.
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States. One person each hour dies from melanoma. Melanoma can be cured--if diagnosed and treated early. This initiative supports the mission of Mollie's Fund of creating programs for education and prevention of skin cancer and melanoma.
LivingSocial Jumps into Australia by Investing Nearly $5 Million in Jump On It; Positions LivingSocial as Biggest Social Shopping Player in Australian Market
Because of Its Rapid Growth this Year, LivingSocial is On Track to Book Well Over $500 Million in Revenue by 2011
WASHINGTON, Nov. 17, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- LivingSocial (http://www.livingsocial.com) the online source for people to find handpicked experiences at a great value, today announced that it has invested nearly $5 million for a controlling majority stake in Jump On It (http://www.JumpOnIt.com), Australia's leading social shopping site. Jump On It will fold into LivingSocial's branded Daily Deals, making LivingSocial's tailored experiences accessible to anyone living in Australia, the U.S., Canada, UK and Ireland. With 10 million subscribers across more than 100 markets worldwide, this expansion makes LivingSocial the leader in the Australian market. Additionally, because of its expanded global reach and rapid growth, the company is currently earning $1 million a day, and is projected to book in excess of $500 million in revenue in 2011.
"Having Jump On It as part of the team is an incredible opportunity for us to get started in Australia, and to offer our curated experiences to more consumers in more locations," said Eric Eichmann, COO of LivingSocial. "We've had extraordinary growth this year - and we continue to look for opportunities to grow even further, both domestically and internationally. Our growth and revenue numbers are clear indicators that our business model, our relationship with local merchants and our customer service make us the top choice when consumers seek unique experiences in their area."
Since launching in May this year, Jump On It has become Australia's leading social shopping website with more than 550,000 fans on its Facebook page. Together with LivingSocial, Jump On It will now reach more than 1.2 million Australians via email and Facebook every day. Jump On It offers more than 50% off of local services and experiences, such as spa treatments, restaurants, diving adventures and more. Every day the website features one special offer - and a bonus deal - and requires a certain amount of people to purchase the deal within a 24 hour period before the deal can go live. Additionally, consumers receive $10 in Jump On It credits for every friend they refer when they make their first purchase.
"We are very excited to join the LivingSocial team and be part of its launch in Australia," said Colin Fabig, CEO of Jump On It. "Together we will lead the social shopping sector by offering consumers more and varied deals in their area, and by giving local merchants a one-stop shop for new customers across these two great websites."
As the online source to find amazing experiences at an unbeatable value, LivingSocial lets anyone experience the hottest restaurants, shops, activities and services in their area. The company has dedicated area experts on the ground in every market working directly with business owners, and constantly researching the best in local adventures to bring a savings of 50% to 70% for consumers.
With its over 10 million strong subscription base, LivingSocial is able to provide local merchants with the unprecedented ability to reach local customers, and introduce great local experiences at unbeatable values.
Cashing in on LivingSocial Deals is easy: the site offers a new promotion every morning, announced through its website, daily email, Twitter, Facebook, iPhone or Android app. Live for 24 hours, the Deal is available to anyone who clicks on it. Additionally, LivingSocial's unique referral model gives users their Deal for free if they refer three friends who also participate.
For a full list of markets where LivingSocial is live or to sign up your location, go to http://www.livingsocial.com.
About LivingSocial
LivingSocial is the online source to find handpicked experiences at a great value, inviting anyone to save up to 50% to 70% each day on their favorite restaurants, spas, sporting events, hotels and other local attractions in major markets. LivingSocial has an extensive subscriber base of 10 million, and is headquartered in Washington, D.C. To sign up for Deals in your market, or to find out more information about LivingSocial, visit http://www.livingsocial.com. You can also follow LivingSocial on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/livingsocial.
SOURCE LivingSocial
LivingSocial
CONTACT: Korina Buhler of Atomic PR, +1-415-593-2500, korina@atomicpr.com, for LivingSocial
MedAesthetics Draws New Business and Improves Patient Relationships With Globaltel Media Managed SMS Text Platform
SMS-Based Messaging Campaign Drives Increased Awareness and Responsiveness
SAN DIEGO, Nov. 17, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Globaltel Media today announced that MedAesthetics Spa and Wellness is using the Globaltel Media SMS text platform to conduct personalized outreach about its services and promotions, receiving an overall response rate of over 80 percent.
MedAesthetics recently utilized SMS short code promoted via radio advertising to build new relationships and expand its business, leading to over 10 appointments booked with new patients in the first hour of the campaign. MedAesthetics has seen positive feedback throughout the campaign, especially among older users, whom may not have access to other channels such as email.
"SMS text enables us to reach our entire patient base quickly and efficiently, and with a greater response rate than email and other marketing tactics we have tried in the past," said Dr. Sunny Vendiola, M.D., MedAesthetics Spa and Wellness. "We have been delighted with the overwhelmingly positive response rate and will continue to leverage Globaltel Media's platform to improve marketing outreach and benefit patient care."
The Globaltel Media Mobile Campaign Manager(TM) is designed to help organizations extend their reach and engage in interactive dialog with partners, patients, clients and prospects through managed SMS text messaging while capturing unique demographic information and statistics. Its SMS solutions meet all HIPAA compliance regulations for text message based communication, helping alleviate privacy concerns for both patients and healthcare providers alike.
"MedAesthetics is at the cutting edge of mind-body wellness and excellence in aesthetic care," said Robert Sanchez, CEO, Globaltel Media. "As such, it is only natural that the practice would implement the most innovative marketing mediums available to reach their patient base with targeted, customized outreach via the Globaltel Media Managed SMS Text Platform."
About Globaltel Media
Globaltel Media is the first company to provide true two-way text dialog with rich media from any PC to any mobile phone and back regardless of the wireless technology, wireless operator or wireless device. Globaltel Media connects online users with any mobile device regardless of location, technology, device type or cellular provider. Globaltel Media addresses the needs of customers across a range of vertical markets including healthcare, entertainment, education, government, law enforcement and emergency communications. The company has its headquarters in San Diego, CA. For more information, visit http://www.globaltelmedia.com.
About MedAesthetics Spa and Wellness
MedAesthetics Spa & Wellness was conceived in 2005 as a center of Mind-Body Wellness and Excellence in Aesthetic care; a center that embodies the principles of health from the inside to the outside; a place of restoration, renewal and rejuvenation of the physical beauty and spiritual energies; a community of awareness in the Balance of Life, Health and Beauty. For more information visit http://www.spaandwellness.net/.
CONTACT:
Heidi Rosenberg
Nadel Phelan, Inc.
+1-831-440-2405
heidi@nadelphelan.com
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Globaltel Media
CONTACT: Heidi Rosenberg of Nadel Phelan, Inc., +1-831-440-2405, heidi@nadelphelan.com, for Globaltel Media
Crowd Science Announces the Rollout of Nine Free Market Research Tools
Market Research Company Provides Enterprise-Level Market Research Insights to Small & Mid-Sized Websites -- First Two Applets Measure Audience Demographics and Site Satisfaction
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Nov. 17, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Crowd Science today announced its plan to launch nine online marketing research tools for free. The new series, Free Market Research Tools, is aimed specifically at small-to-medium websites, blogs and other small web properties that want to better understand their visitors. The first two applets launching today, called WHO and SAT, provide detailed profiles of the audiences visiting their site, and how satisfied they are with the experience. To access the new tools, visit http://crowdscience.com/free_tools, click the GET IT NOW button, and enter invitation code PRNFREE99.
"Our new free research tools, WHO and SAT, will empower small and mid-sized businesses by providing insights typically afforded only to larger, more sophisticated marketing organizations," said Corey J. Leibow, CEO of Crowd Science. "We think there is incredible power in understanding who a website's audience is and what satisfies them. Bringing these tools to the broader market helps website owners, bloggers and publishers understand their audiences in a much richer way".
About WHO:
Available today at http://crowdscience.com/free_tools/who, WHO is a free survey-based online market research tool for sites that want to understand their visitors beyond basic web analytics. WHO provides real-time insights into audience demographics, psychographics and other behaviors.
About SAT:
Available today at http://crowdscience.com/free_tools/sat, SAT is a free survey-based online research tool for sites that want to measure and understand site satisfaction. SAT provides a simple & elegant way to measure site loyalty, demographics, and other behaviors.
WHO and SAT provide a collection of onsite attitudes and behaviors, and package them in an easy-to-use online reporting dashboard. The entire series combines survey research with web analytics, and is based upon best practices in market research, a concept sometimes lost in many other forms of online survey research. With WHO and SAT, participating websites install a lightweight tag on their site which enables visitor behavior measurement via survey-based technology. Survey invitations are served to a small but statistically valid sample of the site's visitors. Crowd Science invitations and questionnaires have been extensively tested across thousands of studies and millions of respondents. They are compatible with all site types and are proven to provide high response rates and a great user experience.
This new Free Market Research Tools initiative focused on small business complements Crowd Science's research solutions targeted at top-tier online publishers and networks. Crowd Science's premium research services are used by over 5,000 websites including some of the most highly-trafficked web properties such as the Federated Media, Everyday Health, Better Homes & Gardens, NetShelter, and Technorati. All of the company's services, including the new free series, leverage the power of web analytics and online survey research in real time to improve marketing and advertising precision. Crowd Science's technology provides richer, more accurate data than most simple online survey approaches by employing market research best practices in random sampling, survey invitation and questionnaire design.
More information on Crowd Science can be found at http://www.crowdscience.com. For press inquiries please call +1-650-279-8619.
About Crowd Science
Crowd Science (http://crowdscience.com), based in Mountain View, CA and with offices in New York, Toronto and Sydney provides online market research applications that combine the benefits of web analytics and survey research in a single platform. This revolutionary approach enables easier, faster, and more accurate online research results via low-overhead, turnkey research apps, opening up a new world of research possibilities. Crowd Science's growing suite of products includes Audience Profiler, a tool to help website publishers better understand their audiences, and Campaign Profiler, an online ad effectiveness solution. Both are based on the innovative Crowd Science Research Platform and proprietary SmartSample(TM) methodology. Crowd Science is helping publishers, brands, agencies, and ad networks generate better insights that increase ad sales, inform editorial decisions, and demonstrate the ROI of marketing programs. Crowd Science's market research technology has been deployed on over 5,000 web sites. Clients include Everyday Health, Federated Media, Halogen Network, Meredith, and Technorati.
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CONTACT: Virginia Jamieson, +1-650-279-8619, vjamieson7@yahoo.com, for Crowd Science
Cooliris Liveshare Application Offers Android Users New Dynamic Way to Share Their Experiences
San Francisco Bay Area partygoers, sports fans, and music lovers can now share photos via real-time streams
PALO ALTO, Calif., Nov. 17, 2010 /PRNewswire/ --
News Facts
Cooliris today announced Liveshare 1.1, a new mobile application that allows people to post photos taken with their mobile phones to a live, real-time stream and share them with friends with the Cooliris 3D Wall via Facebook, email, or their website. Liveshare by Cooliris creates a new opportunity for fans, groups, and businesses to build a living stream of photos unique to events they are attending, as well as the places they are visiting.
Available today for Android and on the web at liveshare.com, the new version of Liveshare by Cooliris for iOS will also be available soon. Liveshare is currently focused on events in the San Francisco Bay Area, however events around the globe can be found with special Liveshare event-specific streams for sharing.
"Liveshare by Cooliris is our next big leap in innovation for rich content discovery and sharing," said Soujanya Bhumkar, CEO and Co-founder, Cooliris. "Sharing everyone's photos from an event together all in one place is really hard today. Liveshare provides an entirely new and simple way for people to share their experiences together, at the speed of life."
Three Simple Steps To Sharing, Once Liveshare is Downloaded
1. Choose from hundreds of local events happening this week in Liveshare
2. At the events, snap pictures into the event stream with your Android
phone or iPhone
3. Share the photostream in a Liveshare 3D Wall via Facebook, email, or via
your website by leveraging the Cooliris' embed technology
San Francisco Bay Area Liveshare Events, First Big Push
Liveshare lets you visually experience the best of what San Francisco has to offer. You can scan the event listings on Monday and discover what's happening that week, and then share your experiences from sporting events, nightclubs, concerts - all your favorite activities. Over the past few months over 50 local San Francisco venues and events have featured Liveshare, including 111 Minna, Terra and the Social Media Prom.
In an innovative use of Liveshare, Stanford is taking the best images and projecting them directly onto the JumboTron during games. Also, bands like KISS and Ozzy Osborne are using Liveshare as an integral part of their concert experience, and other major acts will soon be launching with Liveshare as part of their fan experiences. In addition, people can share anytime on "Photos of the Day", 'I LOVE SAN FRANCISCO' and "Stanford 24/7" live streams.
Supporting Resources
-- Cooliris
-- Cooliris Blog
-- liveshare.com
About Cooliris
Cooliris develops consumer applications that make the creation, sharing and discovery of content more immersive, intuitive, and personal. From transforming the online media browsing experience with the popular Cooliris 3D Wall, and the Wikipedia experience into a beautiful magazine-style layout with Discover for iPad, or sharing experiences "at the speed of life" with Liveshare for mobile, Cooliris leverages the full power of the latest hardware developments and software concepts.
Headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Cooliris is backed by Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, DAG Ventures, The Westly Group, and T-Venture.
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Cooliris
CONTACT: Aaron Wessels of Point-Bl_nk Communications, +1-415-378-8090, aaron@pointblankcomm.com, skype: aaron.wessels, for Cooliris
Exit41 First to Make Food Ordering Social for Major Restaurant Brands
Famous Dave's, Lettuce Entertain You, Bravo Brio Restaurant Group, Hello Pasta and Silver Diner Among Many Restaurant Brands Embracing Exit41's Online, Facebook and Mobile Applications
ANDOVER, Mass., Nov. 17, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Exit41, the leading provider of social ordering solutions for the restaurant industry, today announced several major restaurant chains leveraging the company's latest product innovation, which includes a Facebook application allowing consumers to place food orders from the restaurant's Facebook page and share and "Like" their favorite menu items within their social network. Exit41 is the first online ordering vendor to integrate social media into their web and mobile product strategy, connecting restaurants to the social web and enabling them to connect with consumers where they live, work and socialize.
"Social media is one of our top initiatives and we are heavily investing in solutions that drive results," said Aric Nissen, VP marketing, Famous Dave's. "Not only did Exit41 meet all of our 'checkbox' feature/function requirements for web and mobile ordering, they were the only vendor to offer a complete social ordering solution. Their products will complement our own social media strategy perfectly and allow us to maximize investments in this area."
The Exit41 solution includes:
-- Online Application: Optimized for social sharing with Facebook "Likes"
of a menu item and a preview of other fans who also "Liked" that item.
Facebook "Likes" are posted to the consumer's profile page and into
their social stream, which feature a menu item picture and description
along with a link back to the restaurant's site to order that item and
additional suggested items.
-- Facebook Application: An Online Ordering Tab is added to the
restaurant's Facebook page where fans can begin the ordering process by
adding featured items to their cart and seamlessly completing the order
on the restaurant brand's online ordering site. Consumers can also
"Share" the Online Ordering tab within their network for a viral
marketing opportunity for the restaurant.
-- Mobile Application: An iPhone app customized for the restaurant brand
featuring location awareness to find the closest restaurant, as well as
secure mobile payment, ensures speed, ease and convenience of ordering.
Since implementing Exit41's Facebook solution, Exit41 customers are experiencing positive results, including steady increases in sales and order volumes. For example, Wow Bao, a Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises restaurant widely recognized throughout the industry for its innovative use of social media, saw a ten percent increase in online order volume within five weeks. Silver Diner, a Maryland based casual dining chain featuring fresh and local diner fare, released their Facebook ordering application as an important part of a push to grow their Facebook fan base to 6,000 in just a few weeks, and has since experienced a seven percent increase in online order volume.
"The restaurant industry is ahead of the curve in embracing social media to engage with and interact with consumers. Our goal is to support marketing in enhancing their Facebook initiatives with the ability to drive sales and guest loyalty," said Joseph Gagnon, chief executive officer, Exit41. "What we do is enable the restaurant with our 'Link, Like, Eat' strategy so they can unlock the full power of Facebook and social media. We have seen that this results in a new level of consumer understanding because they now know what their guests 'like', what they buy, and how they influence others in their social network."
Additional Exit41 customers ranging from BRAVO! Cucina Italiana, a BRAVO|BRIO Restaurant Group concept to Hello Pasta, a New York City based chain serving fresh and organic pasta to-go, are just getting rolled out with the solution and are looking forward to the impact it will have on their customer base.
As part of the company's strategy for fully integrating restaurants with the social web, Exit41 has aggressive plans to expand functionality to instantly recognize and reward loyal customers. The company is also pursuing partnerships with several social media marketing, mobile couponing and social location companies to further enhance their offering and create highly personalized ordering experiences for consumers.
About Exit41
Exit41's Software as a Service (SaaS) social ordering solutions have processed over twenty million food orders for consumers on behalf of leading restaurant brands across the globe including Qdoba Mexican Grill, la Madeleine, Ruby Tuesday, Cara Operations, Americana Group and Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises. Exit41's web and mobile applications enable restaurants to connect with, recognize and reward their customers and build loyal, profitable relationships. Founded in 1999, Exit41 is headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, and is backed by tier one investors including GrandBanks Capital and Dace Ventures. For more information visit our web site http://www.exit41.com, follow us on Twitter and find us on Facebook.
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CONTACT: Kate Mosteller, Director, Marketing of Exit41, +1-978-749-9021, kmosteller@exit41.com
International Summit Meet the Future Brings Solutions for Science & Technology in EU2020 Agenda
THE HAGUE, The Netherlands, November 17, 2010/PRNewswire/ -- Education experts, business leaders and political leaders from all over
the globe meet up November 19th in The Hague to exchange successful practices
to boost science and technology education. This summit brings the practical
knowledge to the policy drawing board and aims to make successful strategies
in one country applicable to other countries.
For European nations boosting the quality of science education is vital
considering their need to improve their innovation capabilities to fight the
economic crisis. Europe is falling behind rapidly in R&D performance and in
promoting excellence in science. In other words: Europe's brightest talents
are outperformed by their colleagues from the United States and Asia. Also
the numbers of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics)
students, scientists and researchers should go up dramatically to meet the
demand of the research based economic sectors. More involvement of business
with educational sectors is needed. By the end of 2010 all EU nations agreed
to come with a national actionplan on the 2020 innovation and education
agenda: Innovation Union.
Participants and presenters at the conference are business leaders,
experts, politicians and policymakers: Gerard de Graaf (EU
Commission-Innovation Europe), Eric-Jan Sundgren (Volvo, leading the European
Round Table of Industrialists), Prof.dr. Robbert Dijkgraaf (president of
Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences), Dirk Bochar (European
Federation of National Engineering Associations), Hans van der Loo (Shell),
Nora Milotay (EU DG Education and Culture), Corien Wortmann (Member of
Europarliament), Jenifer Burden (National Stem Centre, UK), Ioannis Miaoulis
(Boston Science Museum , US), Jenny Graves (The Australian Academy of
Sciences, Australia), Wilmot James (Member of South African Parliament).
There will be a livestream report of on our website on November 19th
2010: http://www.summit2010.nl/english. A post-conference information package
will be made available through the website and Iphone/Ipad/Blackberry
application.
The summit is hosted by the Dutch National Platform of Science &
Technology, together with The Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences
and the Dutch Ministry of Education.
The international meeting is organized together with the event 'Meet the
Future' on November 18th. Over four thousand students, teachers, businesses
and politicians will be inspired by talks of living icons Steve Wozniak
(co-founder Apple), Kishore Mahbubani (Dean National University of Singapore)
and Spencer Wells (National Geographic Society).