IGT Selects FutureLogic as Strategic Technology Partner
GLENDALE, Calif., Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- FutureLogic, Inc., a leading manufacturer of thermal ticket printers for cashless gaming, announced today that it has been selected as the Strategic Technology Partner by International Game Technology (IGT). Effective October 1, 2010, through October 1, 2013, FutureLogic's GEN2 Universal(TM) and GEN3 Evolution® gaming printers will be IGT's printer of choice for all installations worldwide.
"IGT's decision to specify our TITO printers validates our commitment to player research, our close collaboration with our EGM customers and regulatory agencies, and our dedication to the development of 'future-proof' peripherals for this rapidly evolving industry," said Nick Micalizzi, FutureLogic's VP of Domestic Sales & Marketing. "We are particularly pleased that IGT recognizes the value of our latest introduction, the GEN3 Evolution printer."
John Chamberlain, IGT's Director, Platforms said, "We chose FutureLogic as our preferred printer partner based on their innovative technology and their reputation for developing solutions that help casinos streamline operations and enhance the gaming experience. We look forward to partnering with them."
FutureLogic's GEN2 Universal(TM) printer is server-based ready, supports both SPC (IGT) and other protocols, and can be configured to communicate with multiple hosts simultaneously, such as RS-232 or Netplex and USB protocols. FutureLogic's new GEN3 Evolution® printer, which features even larger paper capacity and faster printing and presenting speed, will be on display in IGT's G2E booth 910 and FutureLogic booth 2431b at the upcoming G2E 2010 in Las Vegas.
For further information, contact FutureLogic at 949.487.4829 for sales inquiries, or 702.439.2755 for technical service.
About FutureLogic
Founded in 1983 and headquartered in Glendale, Calif., FutureLogic designs and builds high-reliability electromechanical assembly solutions for nearly every printing need. As the undisputed leader in super-robust thermal printer technology, FutureLogic is the industry's premier supplier of thermal printers for casino gaming, promotional equipment, kiosk, industrial, RTAL, gas pumps and medical applications. FutureLogic has shipped more than 1.3 million gaming printers worldwide, which produce approximately four billion vouchers annually. In July 2004 the company founded FutureLogic Europe, Ltd. to provide direct sales and engineering support for the growing OEM thermal printer markets in Europe. In October 2006 FutureLogic expanded its global support network into the Asia Pacific market, with a new sales and service center in Macau, China. More information on the company is available at http://www.futurelogic-inc.com.
About IGT
International Game Technology (NYSE: IGT) is a leader in the design, development and manufacture of gaming machines and systems products worldwide. More information about IGT is available at http://www.igt.com.
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Nick Micalizzi, VP-Domestic Sales & Marketing
949.487.4829
nick.micalizzi@futurelogic-inc.com
CONTACT: Mat Naraghi, Account Executive of WelComm, Inc., +1-858-633-1912, mat@welcomm.com, for FutureLogic, Inc.; or Nick Micalizzi, VP-Domestic Sales & Marketing of FutureLogic, Inc., +1-949-487-4829, nick.micalizzi@futurelogic-inc.com
Neiman Marcus Rings in the Holiday Season and Launches Virtual Gift Giving Challenge
DALLAS, Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Neiman Marcus, the luxury specialty retailer, launches its third online challenge to kick-off the holiday season. The "Presents Perfect Challenge - Round 1" asks consumers to create online gift guides from a selected collection of Neiman Marcus fashions and accessories.
The program, located at http://www.neimanmarcus.com/presentsperfect, invites entrants to create their top 10 gift lists for either Mom, Dad, the Kids, Host or Hostess, for Him, for Her, the Person Who Has Everything or Other.
Entrants must select at least ten items from the following: handbags, woman's shoes, jewelry, beauty, home, woman's apparel, men's apparel, gadgets, gifts, men's shoes, men's furnishings, intimate, children's and accessories. From all of the entries submitted and the items selected, each week the program will populate the most popular gift items and display the Top Ten.
Forty finalists will be selected from Round 1 to move onto Round 2 for the chance to win a $2,500 gift card.
"This is a fun way to engage with our customer," says Michael Crotty SVP Marketing Neiman Marcus Group Services. "We continue to look at innovative ideas around social media and the Presents Perfect Challenge is yet another initiative in our social media strategy."
The "Presents Perfect Challenge - Round 1" social media program ends November 30th, 2010. Round 2 will begin on or around December 6th, 2010 and ends on or around December 27th, 2010. For complete details, please visit http://www.neimanmarcus.com/presentsperfect.
The Neiman Marcus Group, Inc. operations include the Specialty Retail Stores segment and the Direct Marketing segment. The Specialty Retail stores segment consists primarily of Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman stores. The Direct Marketing segment conducts both online and print catalog operations under the Neiman Marcus, Horchow and Bergdorf Goodman brand names. For more information, visit neimanmarcusgroup.com.
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CONTACT: Gabrielle de Papp, +1-214-573-5682, gabrielle_depapp@neimanmarcus.com; or Mackay Boynton, +1-214-573-6835, mackay_boynton@neimanmarcus.com, both of Neiman Marcus
Mushkin Teams Up With Shuttle Computer to Give Away Solid State Drives for Shuttle's Due Date Sweepstakes
CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif., Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Shuttle Computer and Mushkin team up on Shuttle's new Due Date Sweepstakes to give away the latest technology designed to enable a better entertainment experience at home, including a new Mushkin® solid state drive (SSD) and a new minimalist-styled Shuttle® Lifestyle PC. "Shuttle always comes out with the sleekest little PCs for home entertainment," said Wade Shiflett, Director of Marketing at Mushkin. "We're excited to team up with them on their Due DateSweepstakes, and shift these tiny Wii®-sized boxes into overdrive with Mushkin Callisto deluxe SSDs."
Shuttle's Due Date Sweepstakes, sponsored in part by Mushkin, is open to United States residents, subject to full official rules, who submit an entry between now and December 17, 2010 at http://contest.us.shuttle.com/Due-Date. "'Your Lifestyle PC in the size you want it to be' just got better with Mushkin's digital storage devices," said Nicolas Villalobos, Director of Product Marketing at Shuttle Computer, North America. "Now, Hollywood movie fans can not only enjoy their favorites on an HD audio and video equipped Shuttle® Lifestyle PC, but experience faster, smoother moving watching by adding in a new Mushkin solid state drive."
ABOUT MUSHKIN
Founded in 1994, Mushkin is best known for producing memory modules. Located at the base of the Rocky Mountains in Denver, Colorado, Mushkin provides performance computer products to users worldwide. Exceptional quality, enhanced performance and unparalleled customer support are what make our products the best in the industry. Mushkin products include power supplies, digital storage devices and a complete selection of memory upgrades for desktops, servers and notebooks - we offer something for everyone; from business user to gamer. For more information, visit mushkin.com.
ABOUT SHUTTLE
For over 25 years, Shuttle® has designed, manufactured, and delivered innovative premium PC solutions that are still unmatched in the industry. Shuttle® is the creator of the XPC, the first and smallest small form factor (SFF) PC to use standard desktop components, delivering the performance of a full size PC.
SHUTTLE is also the innovator behind I.C.E. and OASIS cooling, a patented heat-pipe solution that is custom made for the XPC. Today, Shuttle® continues to lead the industry with its portfolio of award-winning barebones and solutions for the digital lifestyle. For more information, visit us.shuttle.com.
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CONTACT: Janice Chan of Shuttle Computer, +1-626-820-9000, janicec@us.shuttle.com; or Wade Shiflett of Mushkin, Inc., wshiflett@mushkin.com
Parrot MINIKIT Smart: Get More Out of Your Smartphone!
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Nov. 2, 2010/PRNewswire/ -- In order to fully benefit from telephone and navigation capabilities of Smartphones, Parrot, leader of wireless peripherals for mobile phones, created the first Bluetooth hands-free and multifunction kit adapted to all models and compatible with all operating systems: Parrot MINIKIT Smart.
The Parrot MINIKIT Smart is a Bluetooth® hands-free kit for the vehicle with a docking bay designed for all Smartphones, whatever their size (from 56mm to 70mm width).
The connection between the two devices is done via Bluetooth and the MINIKIT Smart can simultaneously manage hands-free conversations and navigation applications available on Smartphones. Calls and GPS guidance will be broadcast through the 2W speaker integrated in the MINIKIT Smart.
Depending on the capability of each Smartphone, the MINIKIT Smart could put on hold the GPS functions, and restart them once the conversation ends.
MINIKIT Smart is compatible with all navigation software available (free or paid) and all operating systems: Android, iOS, Windows Mobile, Blackberry, Symbian, Bada, etc.
The MINIKIT Smart allows drivers and passengers to always be reachable and not lose their way, even on long trips. When the Smartphone is docked in the MINIKIT Smart, it can recharge via one of the USB cables included in the box. (Micro USB, Mini USB, Apple).
A smart solution, with no installation
The Parrot MINIKIT Smart is equipped with a swiveling suction cup to be fixed on the windshield or the dashboard of the vehicle. The docking bay is equipped with a magnet for quick and easy positioning.
Once positioned, the MINIKIT Smart can be set to portrait or landscape mode so that the screen of the Smartphone is easily seen by the driver.
To enable high-quality conversations, the MINIKIT Smart is equipped with a retractable microphone that can be positioned according to the interior of the vehicle. The Parrot MINIKIT Smart has one-week autonomy on standby, 10 hours of talk time and can be recharged using the in-vehicle DC power outlet.
Advanced hands-free functionalities
Once paired with a smartphone via Bluetooth, the MINIKIT Smart synchronizes and automatically updates its phonebook. The MINIKIT Smart can store up to 10 different phone books (2,000 contacts per Smartphone), and can then be used by several drivers.
Thanks to the voice synthesis of the names and a voice recognition system that requires no prior training or installation, the phonebook is available without changing any settings on the Smartphone.
To call one of the contacts in the phonebook, simply say the name and the MINIKIT Smart will dial the number. If several numbers are associated with a contact, the MINIKIT Smart will offer options and the user can vocally choose one.
Price and availability: Parrot MINIKIT Smart will be available in November 2010 at $129.99 MSRP through BestBuy.com, Crutchfield.com, 6th Avenue Electronics, Car Toys Al & Ed's, ABT Electronics, Car Toys, 6th Avenue Electronics, Fry's Electronics, Bell Canada and ParrotShopping.com.
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Even though you have a hands-free solution: always be careful on the road!
Driving requires all of your attention. Calling while you are driving may induce careless behavior. A Bluetooth hands-free solution contributes to reducing risks but does not avoid them completely. Parrot reminds you that it is important to behave responsibly while driving:
-- Do not hold your mobile phone while calling in the car
-- Warn the person you are talking to that you are driving and should keep
the conversation short
-- Do not become involved in a complicated or emotional conversation
-- If the conversation prevents you from driving cautiously, please, hang
up
-- If possible, park your car in a safe place (not on the hard shoulder or
at a red light)
-- Keep your hands on the wheel and use the voice commands
-- Never text (SMS) while driving
About PARROT
Parrot, a global leader in wireless devices for mobile phones, stands on the cutting edge of innovation. The company was founded in 1994 by Henri Seydoux as part of his determination to drive the inevitable breakthrough of mobile phones into everyday life by creating high-quality, user-friendly wireless devices for easy living. Parrot has developed the most extensive range of hands-free systems on the market for cars, motorbikes and scooters, including wireless multimedia products geared towards audiovisual applications. In 2008, Parrot launched a new prestige line of high-end products bearing the hallmark of renowned artists and in 2010, the AR.Drone, the first quadricopter piloted via Wi-Fi and using augmented reality.
Parrot, headquartered in Paris, currently employs 450 people worldwide and generates 85% of its sales overseas. Parrot is listed on NYSE Euronext Paris since 2006. (FR0004038263 - PARRO)
®The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Parrot S.A. is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
Tous droits reserves. Les marques PARROT figurant sur ce document sont la propriete exclusive de la societe PARROT. Toutes les autres marques sont la propriete de leurs detenteurs respectifs et sont utilisees sous licence par la societe PARROT
U.S. Cellular Entices Smartphone Newcomers and Pros With Value-Packed $69.99 Primary Plus Plan
Carrier Continues to Elevate Customer Experience with the Best Value in Wireless
CHICAGO, Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- On the heels of launching "no contract after the first," faster phone upgrades, Overage Cap and other industry-leading initiatives, U.S. Cellular today introduced a new $69.99 Primary Plus Plan that offers 5GB of data with unlimited text, picture and video messaging, and free GPS Navigation. The monthly service plan also comes with 450 voice minutes with free incoming calls from any phone, free nights and weekends and free mobile-to-mobile calls. It's the latest addition to The Belief Project(SM), launched last month by U.S. Cellular.
Backed by U.S. Cellular's nationwide 3G network, the Primary Plus Plan is designed for customers making their first foray into the smartphone frenzy and those data lovers who spend plenty of time checking email, downloading apps and browsing the web.
"More and more customers are discovering that smartphones have many great features, like instant access to email, social networks and tons of applications, that can make their lives easier," said Alan D. Ferber, executive vice president of operations for U.S. Cellular. "If you're in the market for a smartphone, no other wireless carrier offers more value for less. This $69.99 plan, coupled with all of the unmatched benefits of The Belief Project, offers the best value in wireless."
Launched Oct. 1, The Belief Project recognizes customer loyalty with national bundled rate plans that offer customers the freedom to enjoy benefits without signing a new contract - like new phones at promotional prices every 18 months that can be accelerated with points. Customers receive valuable rewards that can be redeemed for faster phone upgrades in as little as 10 to 11 months depending on their plans. Rewards may also be used for additional lines, phones, accessories, and ringtones. The Belief Project includes the industry's only Phone Replacement program that allows customers to bring in their accidentally broken or malfunctioning phone and get a replacement of the same or a similar model. If a customer's phone is lost or stolen, they can receive the same or similar replacement phone for $100. Customers also can save up to 5 percent on their monthly plans for setting up autopay and paperless billing.
The Belief Project also includes new family plans that may appeal to smartphone fans, including the Essential Plus Family Plan that comes with two lines for $139.99 per month with 1,500 shared minutes, unlimited messaging and 5GB of data per line. The Premium Plus Family Plan offers two lines with unlimited minutes and messaging, 5GB of data per line, Phone Replacement and GPS Navigation for $179.99 per month.
"We're continuing to pull out all the stops to show our customers that they are the most appreciated consumers in wireless," Ferber added. "Our associates are happy to help customers choose the best Belief Plan for them and to show them how to get the most out of their smartphone."
For more information about the Primary Plus Plan and The Belief Project, visit uscellular.com.
About The Belief Project
Launched Oct. 1, 2010, The Belief Project is a game changing, first-of-its-kind way of doing business in wireless that recognizes customer loyalty with freedom from continuous contracts and valuable rewards for customers including faster phone upgrades at promotional prices, accessories and companion lines, all on bundled national rate plans.
With "no contract after the first," new customers fulfill an initial two-year commitment and never have to sign another contract again. Existing customers who switch to the new Belief Plans can simply finish the remainder of their current term without extending their current contract.
As soon as a customer signs up for one of the new Belief Plans, they automatically begin earning Belief Points simply for being a customer. Points can be redeemed for things people actually want such as faster phone upgrades at promotional prices, additional lines, phones, accessories, ringtones and forgiveness of overage charges.
The Belief Project also includes the industry's only phone replacement program and offers customers the opportunity to save up to 5 percent on their monthly plan through autopay and paperless billing.
These industry-leading initiatives were developed to address consumers' common frustrations with wireless, elevate the customer experience and create a human relationship, not a contractual one. For more information about The Belief Project, visit uscellular.com.
About U.S. Cellular
U.S. Cellular is committed to fixing wireless one project at a time. The Chicago-based carrier, named one of Forbes Magazine's 2010 "Most Trustworthy Companies," recently unveiled The Belief Project, a series of industry-first, innovative solutions designed to elevate the customer experience. The Belief Project complements U.S. Cellular's growing catalog of cutting-edge phones, all backed by its nationwide 3G network. To learn more about U.S. Cellular, visit one of its retail stores or uscellular.com. You can also check out U.S. Cellular on Facebook.
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U.S. Cellular
CONTACT: Steve Carlson of U.S. Cellular, +1-773-355-3331, steve.carlson@uscellular.com
WD® Gives Android(TM) Phone Users Remote Access to Their Entire Photo Library
WD Photos(TM) Photo Viewer App Enables Access of up to 285,000 Photos Stored on WD Network Drives
LAKE FOREST, Calif., Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Western Digital® (NYSE: WDC), the world's leader in external storage solutions, today announced that its WD Photos(TM) photo viewer app now enables Android(TM) smartphone users to view all the photos stored on their WD home network drive, including My Book® Live(TM), My Book® World Edition(TM) and WD ShareSpace(TM) models, anywhere they have an Internet connection. The WD Photos app also is available for iPad(TM), iPhone®, iPhone4 and iPod touch® mobile digital devices, and is now available at the Android Market(TM) as a free download.
Designed for the Android platform, the WD Photos app is compatible with the most popular Android OS-based smartphones, in native resolution, including, but not limited to, the Droid® by Motorola®, DROID INCREDIBLE by HTC®, Nexus One(TM), and HTC EVO(TM) 4G. After users have copied their pictures into the Shared Pictures folder on their WD network drive, the WD Photos app provides users access to their photo library while connected to their home network or from anywhere they can access the Internet using compatible mobile devices. Users' photos remain private, safe and secure on their network drive, eliminating the need for time-consuming uploads to costly online photo services and the need to choose which pictures to sync to their Android smartphone. On their Android device, consumers can search for their specific photos by name or the date the photo was taken and scroll through thumbnail previews while sharing all of their memories with friends and family.
Android phones have captured 34 percent of the fast-growing U.S. smartphone market, and shipments increased 886 percent in the second calendar quarter of 2010, year-over-year, making it the largest smartphone platform in the U.S., according to Canalys, a leading global provider of smartphone market data and analysis.
"Android phones are enjoying a huge success in the market," said Dale Pistilli, vice president of marketing for WD's branded products group. "By customizing the WD Photos app for Android phones, we provide a greater number of our users a better experience for viewing and sharing the precious photos safely stored at home on their WD home network drives."
WD Photos Photo Viewer App Features
Features of the WD Photos photo viewer app for Android smartphones include:
-- Photos are automatically resized for perfect viewing on Android devices,
leaving originals on the network drives in full resolution;
-- Smart filtering to find the photos you want -- view photos by album,
folder or all images and search by date, folder name or file name;
-- Access previously viewed photos offline;
-- Share photos via email, Facebook, Twitter, Picasa(TM) and other methods;
-- Assign a photo to a contact;
-- Add a photo to the gallery; and,
-- View photos in a slideshow.
The WD Photos photo viewer app is compatible with Android OS 2.1 or later and works with WD's My Book Live and My Book World Edition network drives and WD ShareSpace network storage systems. Users must register with WD's free remote access service to use the app. For detailed information, visit the WD Photos photo viewer page.
About WD
WD, one of the storage industry's pioneers and long-time leaders, provides products and services for people and organizations that collect, manage and use digital information. The company designs and produces reliable, high-performance hard drives and solid state drives that keep users' data accessible and secure from loss. Its advanced technologies are configured into applications for client and enterprise computing, embedded systems and consumer electronics, as well as its own consumer storage and media products.
WD was founded in 1970. The company's storage products are marketed to leading OEMs, systems manufacturers, selected resellers and retailers under the Western Digital® and WD brand names. Visit the Investor section of the company's website (http://www.westerndigital.com) to access a variety of financial and investor information.
Western Digital, WD, the WD logo and My Book are registered trademarks in the U.S. and other countries; WD Photos, My Book Live, My Book World Edition and WD ShareSpace are trademarks of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. Other marks may be mentioned herein that belong to other companies. Pictures shown may vary from actual products. Not all products may be available in all regions of the world. All product and packaging specifications subject to change without notice. Please visit our website at http:support.wdc.com/warranty for the detailed terms and conditions of our limited warranty and for a list of the specific countries in these regions.
CONTACT: Jennifer Taylor, WD Press Relations, +1-949-672-9880, Jennifer.taylor@wdc.com, or Bob Blair, WD Investor Relations, +1-949-672-7834, Robert.Blair@wdc.com, both of Western Digital Technologies
Verizon Wireless Expands 3G Network Coverage in Albany County
- New cell site improves coverage and capacity in Coeymans Hollow
- Provides access to 3G wireless broadband service
- Meet one of Upstate New York's local Test Men, Jack Brandes
ALBANY, N.Y., Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless is investing in Albany County and expanding its local coverage with a new cell site in Coeymans Hollow. The new site improves coverage and capacity along Route 32 from Route 143 to LaGrange Lane, Route 108 from Route 32 to Blodgett Hill Road, and Route 443 from Route 308 to Route 85.
This network expansion is part of the company's aggressive multi-billion dollar network investment each year to stay ahead of the growing demand for Verizon Wireless' voice and data services. The company has invested more than $60 billion nationwide since it was formed - $5.7 billion on average every year - and invested more than $100 million in Upstate New York in 2009.
"We've always believed even the most advanced device is only as good as the network it runs on. We continue to aggressively invest in our Upstate New York network to increase coverage and capacity for our customers, add new services, and maintain our 3G network leadership," said Gene Fassett, executive director of Network for Verizon Wireless' Upstate New York Region.
Verizon Wireless recently earned recognition from J.D. Power and Associates for "Highest Call Quality Performance among Wireless Cell Phone Users in the Northeast."
Services include wireless data services such as V CAST Video and V CAST Music with Rhapsody, and MobileBroadband, the company's high-speed wireless broadband network geared toward mobile professionals and business customers. It provides average download speeds of 600 kilobits per second (kbps) to 1.4 megabits per second, and average upload speeds of 500-800 kbps.
Strong demand for Verizon Wireless' services continued during the third quarter of 2010 as the company added nearly one million net new customers.
The company's "nation's most reliable wireless network" reputation is based on network studies performed by real-life test men and women throughout the country. These engineers drive nearly 100 specially equipped vehicles more than 1 million miles annually on Interstate, U.S. and state highways, as well as major roads and surface streets. Test vehicles are equipped with computers that automatically make more than 3 million voice call attempts and more than 16 million data tests annually on Verizon Wireless' network and the networks of other carriers. Check out our new video of Western New York Test Man, Jack Brandes.
For more information about Verizon Wireless products and services, visit a Verizon Wireless Communications Store, call 1-800-2 JOIN IN or go to http://www.verizonwireless.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.
SOURCE Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless
CONTACT: John O'Malley, +1-585-321-7264 or +1-585-261-5899, john.omalley@verizonwireless.com, http://twitter.com/johnnyverizon; or Meredith Dropkin, +1-315-413-4293, mdropkin@mower.com
Verizon Wireless Expands 3G Network Coverage In Columbia County
- New cell site improves coverage and capacity in Kinderhook
- Provides access to 3G wireless broadband service
- Meet one of Upstate New York's local Test Men, Jack Brandes
ALBANY, N.Y., Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ --Verizon Wireless is investing in Columbia County and expanding its local coverage with a new cell site in Kinderhook. The new site improves coverage and capacity along Route 9 from the Village of Valatie to Knickerbocker Farm Road and Route 203 from Pinto Ranch Road to Little Lakes Road. This site also improves coverage in the Village of Niverville.
This network expansion is part of the company's aggressive multi-billion dollar network investment each year to stay ahead of the growing demand for Verizon Wireless' voice and data services. The company has invested more than $60 billion nationwide since it was formed - $5.7 billion on average every year - and invested more than $100 million in Upstate New York in 2009.
"We've always believed even the most advanced device is only as good as the network it runs on. We continue to aggressively invest in our Upstate New York network to increase coverage and capacity for our customers, add new services, and maintain our 3G network leadership," said Gene Fassett, executive director of Network for Verizon Wireless' Upstate New York Region.
Verizon Wireless recently earned recognition from J.D. Power and Associates for "Highest Call Quality Performance among Wireless Cell Phone Users in the Northeast."
Services include wireless data services such as V CAST Video and V CAST Music with Rhapsody, and MobileBroadband, the company's high-speed wireless broadband network geared toward mobile professionals and business customers. It provides average download speeds of 600 kilobits per second (kbps) to 1.4 megabits per second, and average upload speeds of 500-800 kbps.
Strong demand for Verizon Wireless' services continued during the third quarter of 2010 as the company added nearly one million net new customers.
The company's "nation's most reliable wireless network" reputation is based on network studies performed by real-life test men and women throughout the country. These engineers drive nearly 100 specially equipped vehicles more than 1 million miles annually on Interstate, U.S. and state highways, as well as major roads and surface streets. Test vehicles are equipped with computers that automatically make more than 3 million voice call attempts and more than 16 million data tests annually on Verizon Wireless' network and the networks of other carriers. Check out our new video of Western New York Test Man, Jack Brandes.
For more information about Verizon Wireless products and services, visit a Verizon Wireless Communications Store, call 1-800-2 JOIN IN or go to http://www.verizonwireless.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.
SOURCE Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless
CONTACT: John O'Malley, +1-585-321-7264 or +1-585-261-5899, john.omalley@verizonwireless.com, http://twitter.com/johnnyverizon, or Meredith Dropkin, +1-315-413-4293, mdropkin@mower.com
Force10 Networks Announces the Industry's First End-to-End 40 Gigabit Ethernet Solution for Converged, High Performance and Automated Data Centers
New S-Series(TM) 10/40 GbE top-of-rack switch and 40 GbE line card for the ExaScale core switch/router increases bandwidth from the data center edge to the core by 4x and simplifies the network
SAN JOSE, Calif., Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Force10 Networks, Inc., a global technology leader that data center, service provider and enterprise customers rely on when the network is their business, today announced an end-to-end 40 Gigabit Ethernet (40 GbE) solution designed to bring increased performance while delivering network simplicity to converged data centers. For the data center edge, Force10 is launching the S-Series(TM) S4810 10/40 GbE top-of-rack (ToR) switch, while for the network core, it is announcing the new 40 GbE line card for its ExaScale(TM) virtualized core switch/router.
This new core-to-edge solution also incorporates the Force10 Open Automation Framework and leverages its ability to improve network flexibility, availability and manageability while reducing operational expenses in virtualized data center environments through network automation.
"As the adoption of 10 GbE on servers and storage systems accelerates, an end-to-end solution delivering high-density 10 GbE aggregation at the network edge coupled with 40 GbE interconnects in the core is increasingly becoming a necessity in data center networks," said Zeus Kerravala, senior vice president and distinguished research fellow, Yankee Group. "With its core-to-edge 40 GbE solution announced today, Force10 is well positioned to capture additional market share as customers look to attributes such as high port density and lower power consumption - attributes where their ExaScale switch/router competes effectively."
The S4810 10/40 GbE ToR switch is purpose-built for applications in data center and computing environments that require the highest bandwidth and lowest latency. Leveraging a non-blocking, cut-through switching architecture, the S4810 delivers line-rate Layer 2 and Layer 3 forwarding capacity with ultra low latency to maximize network performance. The compact S4810 design provides 48 dual-speed 1/10 GbE ports as well as four 40 GbE uplinks to conserve valuable rack space.
"With this announcement, Force10 enters a market poised for spectacular growth as data center managers continue to optimize their network infrastructure and improve overall efficiency by increasing capacity and lessening latency for their converged fabrics," said Alan Weckel, director, Ethernet switch market research, Dell'Oro Group. "As a result, we anticipate that 10 GbE port shipments associated with purpose-built 10 Gbps top-of-rack switches will increase from 325,000 ports in 2009 to 4.5 million by 2012."
Force10 to Demonstrate S4810 at SC10 Conference
The S4810 ToR switch will be showcased at the upcoming SC10 conference November 15-18, 2010 at the Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, as part of a comprehensive multi-vendor, multi-technology display in the Ethernet Alliance booth. The demonstration will feature equipment from several vendors, highlighting the ability of Ethernet to support high performance networking technologies, including 10 GbE and 40 GbE as well as converged traffic including, iSCSI, iWARP, RoCE and others.
40 GbE Connectivity from Edge to Core
As the first company to provide an end-to-end 40 GbE solution, Force10 is delivering connectivity from the data center edge to the core with the new oversubscribed 40 GbE line card for the company's flagship ExaScale virtualized core switch/router. Supporting high port density, the ExaScale switch scales to 56 40 GbE ports in a single, half-rack chassis. Today, the ExaScale also offers the industry's highest 10 GbE density, supporting up to 560 ports in a half-rack chassis.
"Data centers face tremendous swings in network traffic and must have a flexible infrastructure that is both easy to implement and manage," said Arpit Joshipura, newly appointed chief marketing officer, Force10 Networks. "Coupling the ExaScale in the core and the S4810 at the network edge with the Force10 Open Automation Framework creates a two-tier, logically flat and non-blocking 10/40 GbE data center network solution that delivers increased bandwidth and decreased complexity. At the same time, it contributes to reduced operational expenses by providing greater availability and manageability in virtualized data center environments."
Availability
The S4810 will begin shipping to customers by the end of this quarter. The 40 GbE line card for the ExaScale virtualized core switch/router will ship to customers in the first half of 2011.
About Force10 Networks
Force10 Networks is a global technology leader that data center, service provider and enterprise customers rely on when the network is their business. The company's high performance Ethernet switching and routing solutions virtualize and automate Ethernet networks to deliver new and distinct economic advantages by increasing network availability, agility and efficiency while reducing power and cooling costs. Force10 provides 24x7 service and support capabilities to its global customer base in more than 60 countries worldwide. For more information on Force10 Networks, please visit http://www.force10networks.com.
Force10 Networks, the Force10 Networks logo, Force10, E-Series, Traverse, and TraverseEdge are registered trademarks and ExaScale, S-Series, TeraScale, and FTOS are trademarks of Force10 Networks, Inc. All other company names are trademarks of their respective holders.
NewsGator Unveils News Stream Module for Social Sites 2010
Optional social computing upgrade enables organizations to stream targeted articles, blogs and multimedia content
DENVER, Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- NewsGator today unveiled a new software module for its social computing suite to dramatically improve information sharing and business results. News Stream for Social Sites 2010 is an optional extension to NewsGator Social Sites 2010, the only social computing suite fully integrated inside the Microsoft SharePoint 2010 collaboration platform. Social Sites helps over 2.5 million paid users across 350 Global 2000 organizations, civilian agencies and DoD entities more effectively collaborate with colleagues.
The News Stream module enables organizations to select an unlimited number and variety of blogs, articles, Twitter streams and other feeds to syndicate to the Social Sites 2010 environment. Individuals see only the stories that match their interests or news that colleagues have chosen to flag for them. Organizations can use the module to keep intranets fresh, relevant, and valuable.
News Stream for Social Sites 2010 builds on NewsGator's unequaled insight into really simple syndication (RSS), the powerful protocol for content distribution online. Enterprise RSS is one of the easiest and most productive ways to enrich an organization with actionable knowledge without inundating employees with unnecessary information. As the premier enterprise RSS provider since 2005, NewsGator offers the most sophisticated content syndication solution and has served more users than any other company. Other enterprise RSS solutions limit organizations to a single content source.
News Stream stories appear in the user's personal activity stream, on their MySite Web pages, on their desktops, on their mobile devices, and in Social Sites communities. Users can tag, comment, and share news with colleagues and communities. For example, a sales manager reviewing her activity stream on her iPhone reads an industry blog post about a competitor's product failure and its impact on a nearby company. She phones an executive at the harmed company and successfully schedules a sales call for the next morning. She tags the story competitive and prospect¸ gives it a four-star rating out of a possible five, and with one click publishes it to the internal sales community.
"When we started designing the News Stream module for Social Sites 2010, we decided to focus on meeting the most common customer use cases first," said Brian Kellner, NewsGator's vice president of products in his recent blog postcalled RSS, 8-Track Tapes and Use Cases. "Typical users just want to get a little bit of news that matches their core interests. As a user, you get new events in your activity stream right along with all of the other microblogging, questions, ideas, document uploads and other kinds of events."
The News Stream module for Social Sites 2010 will be available this month. For more information, visit http://www.newsgator.com.
About NewsGator Technologies
NewsGator, founded in 2004, offers award-winning enterprise social computing solutions. Our flagship product - Social Sites® - is social computing software built directly inside Microsoft SharePoint. Direct integration with SharePoint's business collaboration platform means Social Sites integrates hassle-free with thousands of companies' existing computing infrastructures. Capabilities such as microblogging, activity streams, social profiles, mobile clients and expertise location - much like familiar consumer-oriented social software - ensure Social Sites users extract real business value from collaboration and knowledge management activities. With over 2.5 million paid enterprise users, NewsGator helps the Fortune 2000 and the government to better collaborate, share content, expand employee knowledge and improve productivity. In 2010, NewsGator was ranked one of the fastest growing companies in North America on Deloitte's 2010 Technology Fast 500, named one of KMWorld's 2010 Companies That Matter and was chosen as a Microsoft ISV Partner of the Year Finalist. Customers achieving results include Accenture, Biogen Idec, CME Federal Credit Union, Deloitte, Fujitsu, Novartis, the United States Air Force, and the United States Army. Get social at http://www.newsgator.com.
SOURCE NewsGator Technologies
NewsGator Technologies
CONTACT: Melissa Risteff of NewsGator, +1-303-552-2035, mristeff(at)newsgator(dot)com, or Ed Marshall of Beaupre, +1-603-559-5816, emarshall(at)beaupre(dot)com, http://www.beaupre.com
Adsmarket Group Member, Adsmarket LATAM, Acquires Ergos Media in Mexico
As the Only Affiliate Network in the Region Adsmarket LATAM Expects to Reach 10M$ in Revenue in 2011
MADRID, November 2, 2010/PRNewswire/ -- Adsmarket LATAM, a fast-growing performance company in Spain, Portugal
and Latin America, recently acquired Ergos Media, the online media network
leader in Mexico with strong presence in the whole Latin America. Ergos has
developed 3 platforms to serve advertisers' needs: BlinkDR, an ad network
with strong performance element, Adverlatin, the first affiliate network in
the region, and Premium, the branding division offering video and rich media
products.
"Joining the Adsmarket Group will enrich our offering to our clients in
the region and globally, enabling Ergos to benefit from the know-how and
technology that Adsmarket Group brings, for the purpose of building the first
performance-based online marketing company in Latin America," said Ulises
Vazques, CEO and founder of Ergos.
In 2009, Adsmarket Group marked the LATAM territory as the next growing
market and opened the Adsmarket LATAM offices, located in Madrid. "Our vision
is becoming the major performance player in Latin America and Spain while
targeting Mexico and Brazil as the two main markets in Latin and Central
America for 2011," says Jose Luis Valdivielso, Adsmarket LATAM CEO and a
member of Adsmarket Group management, "The addition of Ergos to the group is
a natural step in increasing our presence in Latin America and we are proud
to have the privilege of doing so with Ulises, who brings with him a rich and
long experience in the online industry."
The Latin American market size is estimated at 200 MM users in the whole
region, 30.6 MM in Mexico and 75.9 MM in Brazil. Latin America is an exciting
market, with online advertising spend anticipated to more than double in the
next four years, growing from $2 billion in 2010 to $4.2 billion in 2014*.
"Following the successful operation of Adsmarket LATAM and its impressive
growth, we are making the next step towards building the first performance
company to have a significant activity both in Europe and in South America,"
states Ofer Druker, CEO of Adsmarket Group.
*Sources: AMIPCI, Internet World Stats and The Global Intelligence
Report, by eMarketer
About Adsmarket Group
Adsmarket Group is one of the leading international online marketing
firms in Europe with a growing presence in both the North and South American
Markets. With a wide range of online marketing expertise and integrated
technologies, Adsmarket Group provides a comprehensive online marketing
solution, including display advertising, a performance-based affiliate
management platform and network, search marketing, and alternative payment
solutions. Adsmarket offers its customers and partners end-to-end management
of their online marketing activity to ensure cost-effective, controlled and
high-quality results.
Adsmarket brands include Adsmarket, a performance-based affiliate
network, XTEND a display ad-network, and Matomy, a provider of alternative
payment solutions.
Adsmarket Group is a privately held company with around 160 employees.
For more information please visit http://www.adsmarketgroup.com
Media Contact
Mor Meroz
Mor.m@adsmarket.com
Mobile: +972-545-509025
Office: +972-3-7696660
Source: Adsmarket
Media Contact: Mor Meroz, Mor.m@adsmarket.com, Mobile: +972-545-509025, Office: +972-3-7696660
For those interested in a notebook cooler but who can't put up with the bulk, there have traditionally been less in the way of options for compact notebook coolers. While the market is constantly growing, it still has a long way to go to match full-size coolers in variety. Today, ASE Labs has the Arctic Cooling ARCTIC NC notebook cooler. This is Arctic Cooling's recent expansion into the compact notebook cooler market segment.Next Page »
Parents Seen as Most Responsible for Keeping Violent Video Games Away From Children, Says New First Amendment Center Survey by Gallup
Weekend survey also finds majority say government should be able to ban sales, rentals to minors
WASHINGTON, Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Parents should be most responsible for determining whether minors can buy or rent violent video games, according to a new, nationwide survey conducted for the nonpartisan First Amendment Center.
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments Nov. 2 over a California law that prohibits the sale or rental to anyone under the age of 18 of games that portray the fictional "killing, maiming, dismembering, or sexually assaulting of an image of a human being."
"The survey results show a clear majority of Americans see parents having the most responsibility for deciding whether violent video games ought to be purchased or rented by children, but a smaller majority also approve a government ban," said Gene Policinski, vice president and executive director of the first Amendment Center.
The survey, conducted Oct. 29-30 by Gallup, asked how much responsibility parents, video-game manufacturers, government or retail or online stores, should have for deciding whether children may buy or rent such games. The survey found:
-- 86% said parents should have a "great deal" of responsibility, the
highest result on the question, with just 4% saying they have no
responsibility.
-- 43% said video-game manufacturers and retail or online stores should
have a "great deal" of responsibility, with less than 20% saying the
groups should have no responsibility.
-- 28% said government should have a "great deal" of responsibility, with
26% saying no responsibility.
Still, respondents by a 2-1 margin would permit laws such as California's ban on sale or rentals to minors: 68% said government should be able to prevent sales or rentals of violent games to children under age 18; 31% said it should not, with 2% undecided.
"In recent decades, adults concerned about the impact of comic books, popular music and movies on children have pressed for government control of content, but voluntary industry codes and parental monitoring largely have worked," said Ken Paulson, president of the First Amendment Center. "Mom and Dad are still in the best position to keep inappropriate content out of the hands of kids."
Results of the survey are based on telephone interviews conducted Oct. 29-30, 2010, by Gallup on the Gallup Daily tracking survey, with a random sample of 1,033 adults, age 18 or older, living in all 50 U.S. states and the District of Columbia, selected using random-digit dial sampling. For results based on the total sample of national adults, one can say with 95% confidence that the margin of error is plus or minus 4 percentage points. Complete results of the survey and methodology are available on the First Amendment Center's Web site, http://www.firstamendmentcenter.org
Experts at the First Amendment Center are available to discuss the survey findings: Ken Paulson, president; Gene Policinski, vice president and executive director; and David Hudson, First Amendment Center scholar. To arrange an interview, please contact the First Amendment Center at 615-727-1600.
The First Amendment Center supports the First Amendment and builds understanding of its core freedoms through education, information and entertainment. The center, with offices at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tenn., and Washington, D.C., is an operating program of the Freedom Forum and is associated with the Newseum and the Diversity Institute. Its offices on the Vanderbilt campus are in the John Seigenthaler Center. The center is nonpartisan and does not lobby or litigate. For more information: http://www.firstamendmentcenter.org.
Scholastic Media Launches Two New Games on Nintendo DS(TM)
My Amusement Park(TM) and Digging for Dinosaurs® Mark First Titles in Scholastic Media's "Smart Games For Kids" Line That Combines Fun and Learning For Kids Ages 5-8
NEW YORK, Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Scholastic Media, a division of Scholastic Inc., the global children's publishing, education and media company,today announced two new releases for Nintendo DS(TM) -- My Amusement Park(TM) and Digging for Dinosaurs®. Both games, designed for children between the ages of 5 and 8 years old, integrate learning benefits into fast-paced games and will be available in mid-November for $19.99.
"Scholastic Media is delighted to introduce the 'Smart Games For Kids' line on Nintendo DS," said Deborah Forte, President of Scholastic Media and Executive Vice President of Scholastic Inc. "Parents trust Scholastic to provide high-quality, safe entertainment for their kids and this line truly delivers that experience for the younger gamers in the family."
Players of My Amusement Park build and maintain their very own theme park, choosing from four original park plans and adding rides, food venues, and special attractions. Eight logic games and puzzles, each featuring three levels of difficulty, help players earn the money they need to build and expand their park. My Amusement Park offers children the creativity and control of a simulation game, while remaining age-appropriate and manageable for younger players.
In Digging for Dinosaurs, players engage in a variety of distinctive mini-games that range from simulated paleontological digs to dinosaur battles, all while learning interesting facts about 21 different dinosaur species. In addition, players can take on the perspective of dinosaurs -- Triceratops, T-Rex and Eoraptor, among others -- throughout the game, gaining extra insight and knowledge into what it took to live as a dinosaur millions of years ago. Each mini-game features three difficulty levels, allowing players to increase the challenge.
Both My Amusement Park and Digging for Dinosaurs for Nintendo DS(TM) are being distributed by Cokem International.
For more information about Scholastic, visit our media room at mediaroom.scholastic.com.
SOURCE Scholastic Inc.
Scholastic Inc.
CONTACT: Meghan Newton, mnewton@goodmanmedia.com, +1-212-576-2700 x245, or John Michael Kennedy, jmkennedy@goodmanmedia.com, +1-212-576-2700 x243, both of Goodman Media International
3D Eye Solutions, Inc. to Market Proprietary 3D Content Conversion Applications for Use in Educational Facilities Worldwide
Company's Conversion Technology Enhances Learning by Delivering Content for use in the Classroom
LONGWOOD, Fla., Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- 3D Eye Solutions, Inc. (Pink Sheets: TDEY) is pleased to announce that the Company plans to market its proprietary 2D to 3D content conversion applications for use in educational facilities on a worldwide basis. 3D Eye's conversion technology can enhance the learning experience by converting DVD libraries to deliver 3D content for viewing both with and without glasses for use with 3D ready devices such as projectors, televisions and displays. 3D Eye Solutions state of the art 2D to 3D content conversion is compatible and can integrate its proprietary conversion process and file formats with all of the industry leading 3D display and viewing platforms. The Company is currently seeking partnerships with both manufacturers and suppliers of 3D ready devices and 2D content providers to school systems around the globe.
According to dat360.org, there are over 120,000 schools in the United States alone, which creates an opportunity for 3D Eye Solutions to work with partners in order to help upgrade and modernize educational materials for both teachers and students. "3D lessons bring an excitement into the classroom that is palpable. You can see the excitement in the children," stated Tracy Masamoto, Director of JTM Concepts, in a recent case study involving 3D technology in the classroom. In the same case study, it was shown that students improved their test scores by learning a lesson utilizing 3D technology in the classroom by 32 percent.
In recent years, a combination of increasing demands for more realistic images and evolving display technology has been the catalyst for advancements in the development of 3D images and pictures for various applications, and has enabled 3D technology to be put to practical use in the cinema, gaming, mobile and broadcast industries. But the market has strongly desired 3D to be applied to additional platforms including education.
"This is a great way for 3D Eye Solutions to showcase its content conversion for educational purposes worldwide," stated Mike Gibilisco CEO of 3D Eye Solutions, Inc. "Our conversion process has the ability to integrate with a wide variety of viewing platforms and is a cost effective solution for providers and users of educational content."
About 3D Eye Solutions, Inc.:
3D Eye Solutions, Inc. is a service provider and integrator for the 3D Stereo and Auto-stereo media industry that covers a wide range of markets. 3D Eye Solutions, Inc. produces and processes media content for corporate, venues, and trade show events. The Company also provides turnkey systems and converts existing media to enable end users to showcase properties in multi-view format. For more information, please visit the Company's Web site: http://www.3deyesolutions.com.
Safe Harbor: Statements regarding financial matters in this press release other than historical facts are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and as that term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The Company intends that such statements about the Company's future expectations, including future revenues and earnings, technology efficacy and all other forward-looking statements be subject to the safe harbors created thereby. The Company is a development stage company who continues to be dependent upon outside capital to sustain its existence. Since these statements (future operational results and sales) involve risks and uncertainties and are subject to change at any time, the Company's actual results may differ materially from expected results.
SOURCE 3D Eye Solutions, Inc.
3D Eye Solutions, Inc.
CONTACT: Investor Relations, 3D Eye Solutions, Inc., +1-407-389-5900
Bizzy Launches New Personalized Local Business Recommendation Engine
By Sharing Their Favorite Local Businesses, Bizzy Users Get Great Local Recommendations from People Like Them
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ --Bizzy (http://www.bizzy.com) today announced the launch of the all new Bizzy, featuring a personalized local business recommendation engine powered by people like you who have the same taste in restaurants, shops and other local businesses. Today, Bizzy invites you to play a quick question and answer game about your favorite local businesses, ranging from a great place for a date night to the best hair salon in town.
"We learned from our users that they are looking for better ways to discover great local businesses," said Gadi Shamia, Bizzy Founder, President and General Manager. "The problem with listing and review sites is they tell you plenty about where you CAN go, but they never tell you where you SHOULD go. On these sites, everyone gets the same answers. In a search for 'restaurants in Dallas' the executive who likes steaks and martinis at fancy wood paneled restaurants gets the exact same answer as the budget conscious vegan fresh out of college. When they both search for a place to eat, should they get the same suggestion? We don't think so."
The Bizzy recommendation engine launches in Beta today* with a quick question and answer game to find out about your favorite local businesses. Your favorites are then mapped to people with similar preferences, creating a basis for Bizzy's recommendations. Once enough people have shared their favorite places, Bizzy's algorithm will begin offering you personalized local business recommendations based on the places you consider your favorites. Bizzy will allow you to browse personalized recommendations based on rank, category or trends. You will also be able to search for specific types of places, such as "sushi in New York" and the order of Bizzy search results will be based on your personal recommendations.
Bizzy will keep its popular Bizzy Feed, but now, in addition to great deals and engaging news from your favorite businesses, Bizzy will also share suggestions and recommendations from people who have similar tastes as you and personalized updates on special deals and content from new businesses that are recommended for you. With these enhancements, the Bizzy Feed becomes a serendipitous local business discovery experience where one connection can provide you with a web of new businesses or recommendations.
"With Bizzy, there are no reviews to sift through, no conflicting reports or ratings and no wondering what kind of person wrote the review or even whether or not they are even real," said Shamia. "Life is too short to read irrelevant reviews or eat at bad restaurants over and over again."
Visit http://bizzy.com to share your favorite local businesses today.
About Bizzy
Bizzy is a local business recommendation engine powered by people who like the same places you do. Bizzy knows your personal preferences to help you discover local businesses recommended by people with similar tastes. Bizzy is a wholly-owned subsidiary of ReachLocal (Nasdaq: RLOC). For more information and to sign up please visit http://www.bizzy.com.
Document Security Systems, Inc. and CardLogix Form Partnership to Create Secure e-Passport Solutions
ROCHESTER, N.Y., Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Document Security Systems, Inc. (NYSE Amex: DMC), a leader in optical deterrent technologies and CardLogix, a manufacturer of smart cards and software, are pleased to announce a strategic partnership to create highly secure e-Passport solutions. The two companies are working on combining chip-based encryption and state-of-the-art graphic features that will make e-Passports an extremely fast, effective and accurate means of Identification. Credentials with advanced chip and graphics technology are ideal for all forms of identity, including e-Passports, National IDs, Drivers Licenses, and many other official forms of secure Identification.
An e-Passport is a combination of a paper passport and an electronic chip. The chip holds the same information that is printed on the passport's data page: the holder's name, date of birth, and other biographic information. An e-Passport also contains a biometric identifier. The United States requires that the chip contain a digital photograph of the holder. All e-Passports issued by Visa Waiver Program (VWP) countries and the United States have security features to prevent the unauthorized reading or "skimming" of data stored on the e-Passport chip.
Document Security System's technologies will secure the paper portion of the e-Passport and CardLogix will provide the accompanying electronic chip.
According to the Department of Homeland Security, the United States requires that travelers entering the United States under the Visa Waiver Program have an e-Passport if their passport was issued on or after October 26, 2006.
"With the rise of identity thefts and the growing global threat of terrorism, it is critical for authorities to be able to positively identify people and screen out fraudulent documents quick and efficiently. This is especially true of e-Passports," said Patrick White, CEO of Document Security Systems. "Combining Document Security System's patented printing technologies with CardLogix smart cards, software, and manufacturing capabilities creates one of the most powerful authentication and counterfeit prevention solutions on the planet."
The Document Security Systems and CardLogix partnership is the logical response to the growing worldwide demand for securing identity, to control borders, combat terrorism, and manage government services. These critical needs have made the demand for secure e-Passports greater than ever. According to Acuity Market Intelligence, currently 57% of all global passports issued are electronic, and will rise to 88% by 2014.
Bruce Ross, CEO of CardLogix, Inc. said, "In my opinion, Document Security Systems has the superior optical deterrent technologies in the market, combining them with our chip makes our solution the most effective security offering in the world."
Founded in 1994 and located in Irvine CA., CardLogix is a leading manufacturer of smart cards and software for Identity Management. With a wide range of microprocessor smart cards, including Credentsys®, M.O.S.T.® CardLogix utilizes advanced encryption to protect identity and automate identity management. CardLogix is a ISO9001/2008 Quality manufacturer. For more information, please go to http://www.cardlogix.com, and sales@cardlogix.com.
Statements included in this press release, which are not historical in nature, are intended to be, and are hereby identified as "Forward-Looking Statements" for purposes of safe harbor provided by Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Readers are directed to the company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission at http://www.sec.gov for additional information and a presentation of the risks and uncertainties that may affect the company's business and results of operations.
For more information:
Investor Contact
Jody Janson
Document Security Systems, Inc.
Shareholder Relations
Tel: (585) 232-5440
Email: ir@documentsecurity.com
Media Contact
Gil Nielsen
Synapse PR
Mobile: (610) 704-6622
Office: (908) 859-0675
Email: gil@synapsepr.net
SOURCE Document Security Systems, Inc.
Document Security Systems, Inc.
CONTACT: Investor Contact, Jody Janson, Document Security Systems, Inc., Shareholder Relations, +1-585-232-5440, ir@documentsecurity.com; or Media Contact, Gil Nielsen, Synapse PR, Mobile: +1-610-704-6622, Office: +1-908-859-0675, gil@synapsepr.net
Sonos Controller for iPad and Entire Sonos Product Lineup Localized in Chinese
Sonos China Opens Shenzhen Office and Names Yaling Zhang Managing Director
BEIJING and SANTA BARBARA, Calif., Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Sonos, the leading developer of wireless multi-room music systems for the home, today announced that the award-winning Sonos Multi-Room Music System will be available in China beginning later this month. The Sonos system will be available for purchase in China at select audio video retailers.
At a press conference today in Beijing, Sonos founder and CEO John MacFarlane introduced the Sonos product family and the upcoming localized Sonos Controller for iPad. MacFarlane announced that Sonos China will be headquartered in the southern China city of Shenzhen, and will be the company's second office in Asia.
MacFarlane also introduced the new Managing Director of Sonos China, Yaling Zhang. Zhang, who previously served as Managing Director of Archos China, is a consumer electronics veteran who has successfully introduced new brands and new ways of experiencing entertainment to the Chinese consumer.
"More than half of Sonos' business is conducted outside of the United States," said John MacFarlane, founder and CEO, Sonos, Inc. "As we enter the world's largest music market, we have a tremendous opportunity to introduce the Sonos music experience to even more music loving consumers."
MacFarlane continued, "We're committed to doing business in China the right way, with localized products, a local office, local leadership and a local Website. We've found that leader in Yaling Zhang who has both the background and experience in introducing new consumer electronics brands to the Chinese market."
For more information about Sonos please visit http://www.sonos.com. To learn more about Sonos China and the Sonos Multi-Room Music System in China, http://www.sonos-china.com will launch later this month.
About Sonos, Inc.
Sonos® is the leading developer of wireless multi-room music systems for the home. The Sonos Multi-Room Music System is the first, wireless multi-room music system that lets you play all the music you want all over your house - and control it all from the palm of your hand. Sonos liberates the music stored on a computer so it can be enjoyed all over the house. In addition, by partnering with audio services like Audible.com®, iheartradio, Last.fm, Napster®, Pandora®, RadioTime, Rhapsody®, SIRIUS® Internet Radio, Spotify, Wolfgang's Vault, and more, Sonos gives music lovers instant, computer-free access to millions of songs, thousands of radio stations, audiobooks, and more. The award-winning Sonos Multi-Room Music System is available at more than 6200 retailers in over 65 countries worldwide; or direct from Sonos at http://www.sonos.com. Sonos is a privately-held company, headquartered in Santa Barbara, CA with offices in Cambridge, MA, Hilversum, Netherlands, Shenzhen, China and Penang, Malaysia. To find out more about the company or the Sonos Multi-Room Music System, please visit: pr.sonos.com.
CONTACT: Thomas Meyer, Global Public Relations of Sonos, Inc., California, +1-949-212-6201, Thomas.Meyer@sonos.com, or Chris Chen, Marketing and Public Relations of Sonos China, Shenzhen, China, Chris.chen@sonos.com
Real-Time Bidding, Trading Desk Capabilities Added to Digital Workflow Platform
NEW YORK, Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- TRAFFIQ, the digital media workflow tool for agencies, today announced the launch of its Trading Desk, adding real-time-bidding (RTB) capabilities for registered customers. The addition of RTB in the TRAFFIQ platform will enable agencies and direct marketers to manage guaranteed display buying and real-time audience buying within the same platform. TRAFFIQ Trading Desk gives advertisers the ability to buy into the majority of exchange inventory across the web.
"Agencies are being challenged to bring the most efficiency to their digital practice today, and that means having the tools to effectively manage both guaranteed display buying and real-time bidding," said Nick Pahade, CEO of TRAFFIQ. "We want them to be able to manage both in the same technology platform, and the addition of our RTB technology will directly enable that."
Previously, advertisers were able to use TRAFFIQ's end-to-end digital media platform for online media planning, buying, reporting, ad serving, negotiation and campaign optimization needs. Now, the platform enables digital media planners to manage all of their upfront buying as well as the ability to buy discrete audience segments on a real-time basis through TRAFFIQ's RTB technology, the TRAFFIQ Trading Desk.
"This really levels the playing field for independent agencies," said Chris O'Hara, who leads TRAFFIQ's agency development practice. "We want to democratize access to real-time-bidding by offering agencies a turnkey solution to accessing data-driven audience buying."
The addition of an RTB tool to TRAFFIQ's marketplace creates immediate access to hundreds of millions of unique visitors globally--as well as the ability for TRAFFIQ customers to buy into all of the world's leading ad exchanges. Initially, TRAFFIQ customers will access the TRAFFIQ Trading Desk as a managed service. In the upcoming months, TRAFFIQ will include an embedded suite of RTB tools, enabling advertisers to set up campaigns, acquire inventory, and actively manage and optimize performance.
"As one of the leading technology solutions for independent agencies, TRAFFIQ not only brings a highly sophisticated workflow management tool to the table, but access to demand that few companies are seeing," added Pahade. "We are excited to start enabling independent shops to have the same real-time-buying capabilities as more resourced agencies, and we see ourselves as a great partner to introduce our capabilities to this important and growing segment of the landscape."
TRAFFIQ (http://www.traffiq.com) is an end-to-end digital media planning, buying and management platform. With hundreds of agencies and direct advertisers on our demand side, and over 2,500 of the world's leading online publishers, TRAFFIQ's marketplace is where agencies and advertisers transact in an open, transparent, environment while maintaining total deal point control. TRAFFIQ is headquartered in New York City. TRAFFIQ was recently ranked #50 on Inc. magazine's coveted annual list of the fastest-growing private companies. For more information, contact us at info@traffiq.com.
SOURCE TRAFFIQ
TRAFFIQ
CONTACT: Belinda Banks of SSPR, +1-609-750-9110, belinda@sspr.com, for TRAFFIQ
eScan Launches Feature-Rich, User-Friendly Version of Anti-Virus and Content Security Solution Targeting Next Generation of Threats and New User Needs
eScan 11 includes advanced weapons against highly-evolved threats as well as breakthrough interface and support offerings for users ranging from novices to experts
MUMBAI, India and FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- eScan, a leading provider of real-time anti-virus and content security solutions, today announced the launch of eScan 11, a more feature-rich, user-friendly version of its next generation information security solution.
eScan 11 includes a new interface and additional support offerings that is designed to accommodate any user - from novice to expert to gamers and other users with unique needs. eScan 11's user interface represents a breakthrough in security solutions, offering users innovative, state-of-the-art design concepts and interface technologies seen in recently-introduced hardware, software and services, but, until now, not in the security market.
eScan 11 also features malicious URL filtering which will block access of users to harmful websites/URLs and prevent infections from "drive-by downloads" - socially-engineered malware that evades traditional security programs by using web page download links to quickly deliver a dangerous payload. These and other new features - together with eScan 11's multiple detection engines - are designed to ensure complete security for current and next generation threats.
A leading security solution in India and other worldwide markets, eScan has been enhanced for regions like the US, where there is new generation of threats and a new generation of users.
"eScan 11 addresses today's new security priorities with a comprehensive anti-virus, anti-spam and content security solution that is not only equipped to provide zero-day protection, but is also designed with the diverse requirements and sophistication of today's users in mind," said Govind Rammurthy, eScan CEO and managing director. "eScan 11 is unique in that it is both feature-rich and user-friendly, making this an effective and practical weapon against viruses, spyware, keyloggers, hackers, spam and other malicious internet threats, including new, more stealthy 'drive-by downloads' techniques."
"In the US in particular, the evolution of security threats and the changing needs of a growing base of users demand a new approach to protection, and eScan builds on its history as a security technology leader to address these new realities," said eScan COO, Rohini Sonawane. "For eScan 11, we analyzed the most recent attack vectors and methods of future breeds of malware and incorporated new technologies that can counter them. And while eScan 11 provides multi-layered protection, it utilizes very low memory and system resources so that system speed is not compromised."
Features new to eScan 11 include:
-- Malicious URL filtering - Blocks user access to malicious websites/URLs
and prevents infections from "drive-by downloads."
-- Whitelisting - Increases performance by utilizing lower system resources
as well as to eliminate accidental false positives. eScan updates its
Whitelist database on a periodic basis.
-- Rescue CD - Enables users to download an ISO file from which they can
create an installation/ rescue CD. This Rescue CD - which can be used to
boot the PC from the CD in order to clean an infected computer -- is
available on the same page as that of the trial version.
-- Content Security and Parental Control - Helps users block objectionable
content and harmful Web sites.
-- Web Anti-Phishing - Protects users from phishing attacks while surfing
the Web
-- Virtual Keyboard - Serves as a precaution against keyloggers. This
keyboard can be used while typing sensitive information, such as banking
passwords or credit card numbers.
-- Folder and Files Security - Allows users to lock specific files and
folders so that network users or local users cannot modify, delete or
rename them.
-- Advanced Self-Protection Features - Prevents new generation malware from
disabling eScan real-time protection on a user's computer.
eScan 11 also comes with a Gaming Mode that ensures uninterrupted Gaming experience and a Laptop Mode feature that provides unmitigated battery time on laptops.
Home User editions are available for purchase through the eScan Website and through partners worldwide. There will be SMB and Corporate versions available in the near future. Customers who use eScan 10 can upgrade to the new eScan 11 free of cost.
For additional information on eScan 11, please visit the eScan Web site at: http://www.escanav.com.
About eScan
eScan, the world's first real-time anti-virus and content security software for desktops and servers, is developed and marketed by MicroWorld. MicroWorld has offices in the U. S., India, Germany, Malaysia and South Africa, and is represented in more than 90 other countries by a worldwide network of partners Since the company was founded in 1993, MicroWorld was has redefined the information security landscape with the development of groundbreaking technologies and solutions. The company's flagship product, eScan is powered by today's most advanced security technologies and sophisticated anti-virus heuristic algorithms that not only protect against current threats, but also provide proactive protection. eScan has received certifications and awards from some of the security industry's most prestigious testing bodies, including Virus Bulletin, AV-Comparatives, West Coast Labs (Checkmark), ICSA, and PCSL labs.
EXTOL and S4i Partner to Streamline and Automate B2B Supply Chain Processes
Joint solution will automate manual processes and optimize communications
POTTSVILLE, Pa., Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- EXTOL International (http://www.extol.com) today announced that it has integrated its B2B integration platform with S4i Systems (http://www.s4isystems.com), an EXTOL partner, leading Electronic Document Management (EDM) software designed for IBM Power(TM) customers. The joint solution of EXTOL Business Integrator (EBI) combined with S4i Express will offer a seamless integration of event-driven real-time communications between companies using EXTOL's EDI system and a S4i complete document delivery system that electronically captures, separates, indexes, bundles, and delivers or archives documents and reports. With this integration S4i and EXTOL will optimize supply chain communications, become more responsive to business needs and adjust to industry changes.
EXTOL is the first B2B integration solution provider to provide design-time tools that automate the most time-consuming and expensive activities in the B2B integration lifecycle: Automated metadata capture and management with 95% time savings; automated mapping (Smart Mapping) with over 70% time savings; automated creation of EDI partner endpoints by generating them from sample partner interchange data, saving up to 90% of the time needed for manual configuration, and much more.
S4i Express is a document management solution that aids in the management of EDI-based transactions that support the movement of goods from manufacturers, suppliers and distributors; providing updates, reports and managing documents such as load tenders, package order status, shipping notices, proofs of delivery and receipts. The vast output format options include: PDF, HTML, Excel, Word, and more. These documents can instantly be delivered to management, vendors, dealers, customers and others.
"Our overall goal with this integration is to deliver value to our respective customers," said Spencer Elliott, President S4i Systems. "One of the key value propositions we provide is a secure, reliable and auditable solution for supporting the EDI process by automatically distributing, archiving and retrieving documents arising from an EDI transaction." S4i Express provides the content management platform that works with EXTOL's B2B integration platform on-demand.
"Business partnerships have evolved over the past several years", said Daniel Sapir, Vice President, EXTOL. "Today they require that software vendors collaborate and deliver real value to customers. Our automated B2B integration platform complements S4i content management environment and improves the rapid development and predictability of integration projects, and the efficient delivery of reports and documents in a variety of formats, resulting in savings in time and costs. EBI was designed to replace - and bridge the gaps between - conventional EDI translators, data integration tools, business process automation tools, web services toolkits, XML transformations tools kits and spreadsheet integrators.
About EXTOL International
EXTOL helps lean businesses to simplify and accelerate trading partner integration as well as efficiently manage internal application integration. Our comprehensive and easy-to-implement integration solutions generate results in a fraction of the time and with significantly less resource commitment than similar solutions. EXTOL offers companies that often struggle with limited budgets, resources and skills the same level of partner integration and performance that larger organizations enjoy - without the high cost or effort usually associated with integration solutions. The combination of EXTOL's leading-edge technology and team of industry experts ensures an effective solution for automated trading partner communication. At EXTOL, we simplify and accelerate B2B integration for businesses. For more information about EXTOL, visit http://www.extol.com.
About S4i Systems
S4i provides electronic document management and disk management solutions for IBM Power Systems System i. With a strong commitment to continuously delivering trusted value, S4i's customer and service driven team provides project design, management and implementation services to ensure a successful software deployment.
S4i Express is a fully integrated System i automated report distribution and electronic document management (EDM) system that can automate all document processing enterprise wide. IT leaders use S4i Express to improve internal and external business communications. Because of its scalability, completeness and cost/value benefit, S4i Express is the preferred System i EDM offering.
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EyePet(TM) Delivers Creative, Interactive Augmented Reality Gaming, Now Available for the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) System
Raise and Nurture EyePet and Watch Him Come to Life Via the Camera for the PSP® system
FOSTER CITY, Calif., Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC (SCEA) announced today the release of EyePet(TM) available exclusively for the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system. Developed by Sony Computer Entertainment Worldwide Studios, London Studio, EyePet for PSP system takes the digital pet out of the living room and virtually brings it to life in the real-world environment by incorporating a camera for the PSP system (included with the game). Following the success of EyePet for the PlayStation®3 (PS3(TM)) computer entertainment system and the second title to use the new camera for the PSP system, EyePet for PSP system enables players to nurture, personalize and interact with a virtual pet anywhere on the go for a unique portable augmented reality gaming experience.
Players interact with their new best friend only on PSP 1000/2000/3000 systems by pointing the camera for the PSP system and laying down a Magic Card (included with the game). Players create drawings in the real-world such as airplanes and cars and watch them transform into three-dimensional toys for EyePet to play with on screen. With hundreds of outfits, accessories, and fur styles to choose from, players customize their EyePet and look after him by feeding, bathing, and playing with him.
"EyePet for PSP is perfect for kids and we are excited to add this handheld camera-based PSP game to our robust software library," said Scott A Steinberg, Vice President, Product Marketing, SCEA. "EyePet truly demonstrates PlayStation®'s innovation in augmented reality gaming by the way players use the new camera to interact with their virtual pet in the real-world environment."
With EyePet for PSP system, players become virtual pet owners by adopting an egg from the Pet Center and watching it hatch into their very own best friend. In-depth customization tools allow players to CREATE an unusual and one-of-a-kind EyePet by applying different designs and colors and trying on different apparel options.
By petting, tickling, and playing fetch with EyePet, he will react to the player excitedly and respond to special actions such as talking and blowing into the built-in microphone on the camera for the PSP system. From fishing to tennis to drawing toys that magically spring to life as three-dimensional objects within the game, players participate in various fun games with their magical friend. In addition, EyePet offers a Treasure Hunt mode that encourages players to explore their environment to discover new toys and activities. The camera for the PSP system also enables players to build up a unique collection of photos to personalize their in-game Pet Carrier and save EyePet moments.
Available on UMD (Universal Media Disc) beginning November 2, 2010, EyePet for the PSP system includes the camera for the PSP system and a Magic Card. EyePet will be available at retailers nationwide, delivering everything one needs to experience the PSP platform. EyePet for the PSP system is not compatible with the PSP®go system.
The independent Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) rating for EyePet for the PSP systemis "E" for Everyone. For more information about the ESRB, visit http://www.esrb.org.
For more information regarding EyePet, please visit the official game site (http://www.eyepet.com/) or visit SCEA's online press center and navigate to the PSP section.
Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC continues to redefine the entertainment lifestyle with its PlayStation® and PS one® game console, the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) handheld entertainment system, the ground-breaking PlayStation®3 (PS3(TM)) computer entertainment system and its online and network services PlayStation®Network and PlayStation®Store.
Recognized as the undisputed industry leader, Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC markets the PlayStation family of products and develops, publishes, markets and distributes software for the PS one game console, the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system, PlayStation 3 and the PSP system for the North American market. Based in Foster City, Calif., Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC serves as headquarters for all North American operations and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
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ISLANDIA, N.Y., Nov. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- CA Technologies (Nasdaq: CA) today announced it has completed the acquisition of privately-held Hyperformix, a leading provider of capacity management software for dynamic physical, virtual, and cloud IT infrastructures.
With increasing server virtualization in large scale computing environments, the demand for capacity management is escalating. With that increased demand comes a number of new requirements, such as automation, normalization, and analytic and simulation modeling, all driven largely by the rapid growth and deployment of virtual servers.
"Customer demand for capacity management has transitioned from project-based, periodic analysis of physical systems, to the continuous management of dynamic virtual resource capacity to ensure the performance and availability of business services with maximum efficiency," Roger Pilc, general manager, Virtualization and Automation, CA Technologies. "Hyperformix strengthens our ability to meet this demand and provide customers with the requirements they need to effectively manage capacity in any environment."
"CA Technologies is expanding its arsenal of automated management solutions for cloud implementations with its acquisition of Hyperformix," said Steve Brasen, senior analyst for Enterprise Management Associates. "Combining the predictive analytics and modeling capabilities of the Hyperformix capacity management products with CA Technologies impressive automation capabilities will undoubtedly enable a powerful and comprehensive cloud and virtualization management support platform."
-- CA Virtualization Management Portfolio: http://www.ca.com/us/virtual.aspx
-- CA Service Automation Portfolio: http://www.ca.com/us/service-automation.aspx
-- CA Product News: CA Technologies Next-Generation Automation Suite Helps
Accelerate the Journey from Virtualization to Cloud Computing
-- CA Technologies on Virtualization & Automation Blog: Why CA Technologies
purchased Hyperformix capacity management software
-- Service Assurance Daily Blog: CA Technologies acquires virtual capacity
management with Hyperformix buy
CA Technologies (Nasdaq: CA) is an IT management software and solutions company with expertise across all IT environments - from mainframe and distributed, to virtual and cloud. CA Technologies manages and secures IT environments and enables customers to deliver more flexible IT services. CA Technologies innovative products and services provide the insight and control essential for IT organizations to power business agility. The majority of the Global Fortune 500 relies on CA Technologies to manage evolving IT ecosystems. For additional information, visit CA Technologies at http://www.ca.com.
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AT&T Enhances Mobile Broadband Coverage Inside Greenbrier Mall in Chesapeake
New Distributed Antenna System Provides Additional Coverage to Help Enhance Wireless Experience for Customers in Chesapeake
HAMPTON ROADS, Va., Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of its continuing network investment to support growing demand for advanced mobile devices and applications, AT&T* today announced the activation of a new antenna system in the Greenbrier Mall in Chesapeake that will help to enhance wireless service throughout the mall.
Known as a Distributed Antenna System, or DAS, the installation consists of several strategically placed antennas that distribute AT&T's mobile broadband network coverage throughout the mall providing for more efficient management of wireless capacity in heavily trafficked areas. The addition of this system will help to improve call reliability, increase download speeds and enable more consistent network access to help customers make the most of their AT&T devices.
The new antenna system is part of AT&T's ongoing efforts to extend the nation's fastest mobile broadband network and part of the previously announced investment for the Commonwealth.
"AT&T is continually enhancing the network so that our customers have access to the kind of technology that will stimulate economic growth, inspire innovation and create jobs," said J. Michael Schweder, president, AT&T Mid Atlantic.
"Our goal is pretty simple: we want you to have an extraordinary experience when you make a call, check e-mail, download a song or video, or surf the Internet on your AT&T device," said Erika K. Thompson-Kemp, vice president and general manager for AT&T in Virginia and West Virginia. "Building antenna systems for popular venues like shopping malls is just one way that we are accomplishing this goal."
Wireless data traffic on the AT&T network grew more than 5,000 percent from 2007 though 2009, largely due to the increasing popularity of advanced smartphones and the performance of AT&T's 3G network. AT&T has the nation's fastest mobile broadband network.
AT&T recently upgraded 3G cell sites nationwide to High-Speed Packet Access (HSPA) 7.2. Future plans include another upgrade to HSPA+ technology at the end of this year followed by the initial deployment next year of LTE, the next-generation of wireless technology. These advancements, when combined with an ongoing initiative to increase the number of high-speed backhaul connections to cell sites, are a part of AT&T's strategy to provide customers with an enhanced mobile broadband experience, both today and in the future.
AT&T's mobile broadband network is based on the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) family of technologies that includes GSM and UMTS, the most widely used wireless network platforms in the world. AT&T has the best international coverage of any U.S. wireless provider, providing access to voice service in more than 220 countries and data service in 200 countries. AT&T also offers voice and data roaming coverage on more than 140 major cruise ships, as well as mobile broadband services in more than 125 countries.
AT&T also owns and operates the nation's largest Wi-Fi network** with more than 23,000 hotspots in the U.S. and provides access to more than 125,000 hotspots globally through roaming agreements. Most AT&T smartphone customers get access to our U.S. Wi-Fi network at no additional cost, and Wi-Fi usage doesn't count against customers' monthly data plans.
For more information about AT&T's coverage in Virginia or anywhere in the United States, consumers can visit the AT&T Coverage Viewer. Using the online tool, AT&T customers can measure coverage quality of coverage from a street address, intersection, ZIP code or even a landmark.
For updates on the AT&T wireless network, please visit the AT&T network news page.
*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.
** Largest based on company branded and operated hotspots. Access includes AT&T Wi-Fi Basic. A Wi-Fi enabled device required. Other restrictions apply. See http://www.attwifi.com for details and locations.
About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) is a premier communications holding company. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet and voice services. A leader in mobile broadband, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verse® and AT&T | DIRECTV brands. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world. In domestic markets, AT&T Advertising Solutions and AT&T Interactive are known for their leadership in local search and advertising. In 2010, AT&T again ranked among the 50 Most Admired Companies by FORTUNE®magazine.
Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com. This AT&T news release and other announcements are available at http://www.att.com/newsroom and as part of an RSS feed at http://www.att.com/rss. Or follow our news on Twitter at @ATT. Find us on Facebook at http://www.Facebook.com/ATT to discover more about our consumer and wireless services or at http://www.Facebook.com/ATTSmallBiz to discover more about our small business services.
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DVDFab Offers Fabulous Proposition for Your Merry Christmas: DVDFab All-In-One Lifetime Gift
Are you bothering about what to choose as Christmas gifts? DVDFab All-In-One Lifetime Gift will settle everything for you.
BEIJING, Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Fengtao Software, the world's leading multi-media software provider, famous for its DVDFab products, has now launched the latest Christmas offer: DVDFab All-In-One Life Time Gift = DVDFab All-In-One Lifetime + Free Gift Package! You can really get more for less.
DVDFab All-In-One Gift contains two parts: DVDFab All-In-One Lifetime and Free Gift Package.
DVDFab All-In-One Lifetime is easy to use and well designed. It consists of several feature options: DVD Copy, Blu-ray Copy, DVD Ripper, Blu-ray Ripper, Video Converter, and File Transfer with all in one, convenient and easy to customize user interface. With the ability to remove copy protections, DVDFab all-in-one software package can rip/copy any DVD/Blu-ray to any blank DVD/Blu-ray disc or hard drive, and convert video files into various formats that are playable on portable devices. Moreover, DVDFab All-In-One Lifetime grants you lifetime-free updates and technical support, so that you can have access to the latest version of DVDFab at any time.
DVDFab All-In-One Lifetime has the following features:
DVD Copy -- Copy any DVD to any blank DVD/hard drive. You can create your backup DVD to your specifications.
Blu-ray Copy -- Remove all Blu-ray copy protections and copy any Blu-ray to any Blu-ray/DVD disc or to your hard drive with just a few clicks.
DVD Ripper -- Rip and convert any DVD into any popular video/audio formats. It can support almost any multi-media devices.
Blu-ray Ripper -- Rip and convert Blu-ray into any popular video/audio formats such as MP3, MP4, M4A, WMA, WAV, MKV, MP4, AVI, etc.
Video Converter -- Convert video into various video/audio formats that supported by next generation consoles and multiple mobile video/audio devices such as Generic, iPod, iPhone, iPad, PSP, ZUNE, NDS, Xbox 360, Apple TV, PS3, Cell Phone, PVP, PDA, etc.
File Transfer -- Transfer the converted files to the specific portable devices like iPod, Zune, and PSP.
Except for the powerful software package, DVDFab All-In-One Gift also provides you a FREE and considerate gift package.
The gift package contains a DVDFab Installation CD, which enables you to install DVDFab freely and quickly after the reinstallation of Operating Systems. In the gift package, you can also find some interesting gifts such as USB Hub, 8 GB USB Flash Drive, signature pen etc. All the gifts in the package are exquisite with beautiful appearance. You can send them to your family and friends as Christmas gifts. We hope this gift package will bring you extra fun and happiness to your family and friends. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
This special offer is available for anyone who purchases DVDFab All-In-One Lifetime Gift before December 31, 2010. If you purchase DVDFab All-In-One Gift before November 30, 2010 (including that day), you will receive your gift package before Christmas Eve. For more information, please go to our website: http://www.dvdfab.com
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Fengtao Software is a powerful and professional multimedia provider which takes care of all your needs on DVD/Blu-ray copy/ripping/decryption, video conversion and file transfer, with its DVDFab products such as DVD Copy, Blu-ray Copy, DVD Ripper, Blu-ray Ripper, Video Converter, File Transfer, Passkey, HD Decrypter and Virtual Drive, etc.
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God of War®: Ghost of Sparta Provides an Olympic Size Blockbuster in the Palm of Your Hand, Exclusively for the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) System
Kratos' Latest Adventure Offers Intense Action, a Thrilling Story, and Stunning Graphics Never Before Seen on the Portable Platform, Enjoyed on the Go, Anytime, Anywhere
FOSTER CITY, Calif., Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC. (SCEA) today announced the North American release of God of War®: Ghost of Sparta, the latest installment in the multi-million unit selling franchise, exclusively for the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) and PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) go systems. Developed by Ready At Dawn® Studios (RAD), the acclaimed team behind the best-selling God of War: Chains of Olympus, in collaboration with Sony Computer Entertainment's Santa Monica Studio, God of War: Ghost of Sparta brings an epic new story to life with ferocious battles, trademark gameplay, and groundbreaking depths of scale, while answering long-awaited questions about Kratos' dark past and exploring his ascension to power as the God of War.
Utilizing state-of-the-art visual technologies, the development team has made significant strides in Kratos' latest assault giving players a realistic feel that has never been seen before on the PSP system or any other portable platform. Engine enhancements provide stunning graphics and dramatic camera angles, coupled with dazzling weather effects and higher quality environments for Kratos to wreak havoc through. Providing over 25% more gameplay than its PSP predecessor, God of War: Ghost of Sparta boasts a bigger and more diverse adventure that results inexponentially larger bosses and double the enemies on screen, along with new magical powers, navigational abilities, and weapons, including the first franchise appearance of the Arms of Sparta, a powerful spear and shield combo, all of which add to a more engaging and immersive experience that can be enjoyed on the go.
"Since our announcement last spring and a strong showing at E3 2010, God of War: Ghost of Sparta has remained one of the most eagerly anticipated titles of the year," said Scott A. Steinberg, Vice President, Product Marketing, SCEA. "Kratos' latest adventure has truly set a new bar for the portable platform, leveraging the full power of PSP to create an epic experience combining beautiful visuals and a thrilling new story that fans and newcomers can enjoy anytime, anywhere."
Set in the realm of Greek mythology, God of War: Ghost of Sparta is a single-player game that allows players to take on the powerful role of ex-Spartan warrior Kratos. This new adventure picks up after God of War concludes, telling the story of Kratos' ascension to power as the God of War. In his quest to rid himself of the nightmares that haunt him, he must embark on a journey that will reveal the origins of lost worlds, and finally answer long-awaited questions about his dark past, including details about his family that have yet to be discussed in any God of War game prior. Armed with the deadly chained Blades of Athena, he will have to overcome armies of mythological monsters, legions of undead soldiers, and amazingly dangerous and brutal landscapes throughout his merciless quest.
God of War: Ghost of Sparta is a single-player action-adventure that has an ESRB rating of "M" for Mature. For more information about the ESRB, visit http://www.esrb.org. For more information about the God of War franchise, visit http://www.GodofWar.com.
Acclaim for God of War: Ghost of Sparta
God of War: Ghost of Sparta was acknowledged by many of the videogame industry's top media outlets at E3 2010, including Kotaku.com (Best PSP Game), Game Critics (Best Handheld Game), G4TV's X-Play (Best Handheld Game), Machinima.com (Best Handheld Game), GameTrailers TV (Best PSP Game), GameSpy.com (PSP Game of Show), Game Informer (Best Handheld Game), and IGN.com (Best PSP Game). It has also received rave review from many leading industry and general consumer press outlets, including PlayStation: The Official Magazine (10/10), Game Informer (9.5/10), IGN.com (9.5/10), GameTrailers.com (9.4/10), and the New York Post (A+).
Acclaim for God of War: Chains of Olympus
God of War: Chains of Olympus is currently the highest rated PSP title of all-time on Metacritic.com and has been acknowledged by many of the videogame industry's top media outlets, including IGN.com (Best PSP Action Game, Best PSP Use of Sound, Best PSP Graphics Technology), Gamespy.com (PSP Gamer's Choice Award, PSP Game of the Year Award, PSP Action Game of the Year Award), PlayStation: The Official Magazine (PSP Game of the Year), and Game Informer (Handheld Game of the Month Award).
Acclaim for the God of War Franchise
God of War releases have set the bar for the action-adventure genre and been acknowledged by many of the videogame industry's key publications, which include PlayStation: The Official Magazine (Editor's Choice Award), Game Informer (Action/Adventure Game of the Year Award), GamePro (Editor's Choice Award), Electronic Gaming Monthly (Best PS2 Game), IGN.com (Editor's Choice Award and Game of the Year Award), and four nominations in the Annual Interactive Achievement Awards, including Overall Game of the Year and Console Game of the Year. The franchise has also been awarded with several honors including several E3 Best of Game Awards (given by several online publications), numerous Game of the Year and Best Action Game Awards (given at Spike TV's Video Game Awards, Golden Joystick Awards, PSX Extreme Awards and the 3rd Annual G-Phoria Awards, and by PAX, GameZone, GameDaily, GameSpot), to name just a few.
About Ready At Dawn Studios LLC
Founded in 2003 and based in Irvine, California, Ready At Dawn is an independent, premier game development studio. Having pushed the boundaries of the platforms they have developed for, the studio is best known for its critically and commercially acclaimed titles God of War: Chains of Olympus and Daxter, both available for the PSP system.
About Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC
Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC. continues to redefine the entertainment lifestyle with its PlayStation® and PS one® systems, the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) handheld entertainment system, the ground-breaking PlayStation®3 (PS3(TM)) computer entertainment system and its online and network services the PlayStation®Network and PlayStation®Store. Recognized as the undisputed industry leader, Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC markets the PlayStation family of products and develops, publishes, markets and distributes software for the PS one, PlayStation 2, PSP, PSPgo and PS3 systems for the North American market. Based in Foster City, Calif., Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC serves as headquarters for all North American operations.
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Orb Audio Debuts New 'Hammered Earth' Orb Premium Speakers with Warm Earth Tone
Small Speakers with Big Sound Now Available in New Color
NEW YORK, Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Orb Audio, the leader in U.S. made high-end speakers, today launched its new "Hammered Earth" premium speaker finish. As the newest addition to Orb's customization choices, "Hammered Earth" joins existing unique finishes like Antique Copper, Antique Bronze and Hand Polished Steel. By adding this new, warm earth tone, Orb speakers will complement an even wider range of decor choices.
Sporting a high-end, luxurious texture, each new Hammered Earth Orb speaker evokes beauty in both appearance and performance. Each speaker measures only 4 3/16 inches in diameter, yet has the output of a much larger speaker, due to a variety of design technologies.
The heart of the Orb speaker system is the spherical Mod1 satellite speaker that produces the biggest, fullest sound from the smallest possible package. Made in the USA from high carbon steel, each Orb speaker features advanced technologies including rare earth magnets, custom voice coils and high performance Santoprene speaker surrounds. The addition of the richly colored and textured "Hammered Earth" speaker finish ensures the speakers will look as good as they sound.
The new color follows Orb Audio's tradition for excellence in hand-crafted, artistic finishes. The original Metallic Black Gloss and Pearl White Gloss are both luxurious, premium baked-on powder coatings that rival the finish quality of the most upscale automobile. The Metallum(TM) Series consists of three handmade metallic finishes, created by California artisans in very small batches: Hand-Polished Steel, Hand-Antiqued Copper and Hand-Antiqued Bronze. These finishes achieve a level of detail and beauty more commonly found in sculptures than in audio equipment, so consumers can fill their room with sound, not big, unattractive speaker boxes.
Orb Audio's Mod1 satellite speakers are available in Hammered Earth finish from $269 per pair, and $873 for a 5.1 surround system with 5 speakers and Orb's custom Super Eight subwoofer. More information about Orb Audio products, pricing and purchasing can be found at http://www.orbaudio.com, and at 877-ORB-AUDIO (877-672-2834).
About Orb Audio
Orb Audio is committed to being unique. From the beginning in 2002, it has been our intention to deliver speaker systems with the finest quality components, an attractive, upscale design and an affordable price. The only way to accomplish these things was to be different from the other players in the industry, and to sell our speakers direct to our clients. This avoids substantial markups in excess of 100%, and allows us to make most of our products in the USA. We do not have to take mass market considerations into our design, and our team of highly skilled craftspeople and artisans can focus on quality over quantity, and performance over marketing.
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CONTACT: Michael Zucconi of SSPR, +1-609-750-9114, mzucconi@sspr.com, for Orb Audio
Mu Dynamics Formalizes Focus on Federal Government
Addresses Key Pain Points for Cyber Security and IPv6 Migration
SUNNYVALE, Calif., Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Mu Dynamics, Inc. (http://www.mudynamics.com), the leader in testing next-generation network services, today announced its expansion into the federal government to address the needs and challenges facing government agencies. Mu Dynamics' easily deployable testing solutions provide a comprehensive solution for the key requirements identified around information assurance, cyber security and IPv6 migration. Interested parties can find detailed information on Mu Dynamic's government solution here.
Enabling Mu Dynamics' expansion in the federal marketplace is Greg McDermott, Mu Dynamic's new director of federal operations. McDermott brings more than 19 years of federal sales experience to Mu Dynamics, where his primary role will be to further build and maintain an already-successful federal effort.
Mu Dynamics has also formed an alliance with Four Points Technology, a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business dedicated to providing IT products and professional services to the federal government. Through this alliance, Four Points Technology will represent Mu Dynamics' full suite of products on its GSA schedule and NASA SEWP contracts.
The Mu solutions are already in use by numerous federal agencies, including the U.S. Air Force Information Operations Center (AFIOC), U.S. Army Information Systems Engineering Command Technology Integration Center (TIC), U.S. Marine Corps Tactical Systems Support Activity (MCTSSA) and numerous intelligence agencies.
"The U.S. government has placed a clear priority on information assurance and cyber security practices, as well as definitive timeframes for the transition to IPv6," said Dave Kresse, CEO, Mu Dynamics." Our unique solution is ideally suited for inclusion in information assurance, certification and accreditation testing, and cyber security. It also helps accelerate and ensure the quality of the migration of mission-critical services to IPv6."
The Mu Test Suite is a commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) solution that supports automated testing for various types of federal certification and assurance (C&A), including DIACAP, NIACAP, and NIST SP 800 series. With the Mu solution, agencies can implement automated testing processes supporting information assurance and cyber security, and verify the security posture of government information systems. Additionally, Mu Dynamics has the unique capability to help analyze the compatibility and interoperability of the computing environments of information systems including core enterprise services, web-based software systems and applications.
Mu also offers federal customers the Mu Test Suite for IPv6. This test suite enables agencies to quickly and efficiently test for interoperability, resiliency and security as they transition from IPv4 to IPv6. The U.S. federal government for many years has been a leader in establishing benchmarks and timelines in advance of the exhaustion of IPv4 addresses. A recent mandate now requires agencies to upgrade their public-facing services to operationally use native IPv6 by September 30, 2012.
"As the leading testing provider for IPv6, information assurance, cyber security, mobile and next-generation network services, Mu Dynamics already has a respectable customer base in the federal market," said Greg McDermott, director of federal operations. "I look forward to working with the Mu Dynamics team to ensure that the benefits of our solutions are realized throughout the government."
Mu Dynamics is the leader in testing NGN services, enabling customers to meet the challenges of deploying services for the iGeneration. Unlike legacy testing tools, Mu transforms actual service interactions into test scenarios using our patent-pending Active Service Replication (ASR) technology. Mu allows customers to accurately test complex services including triple play, mobile and cloud, empowering them to innovate with confidence and deliver high quality services.
Founded in 2005, Mu today has over 100 customers including the top five global operators, leading technology companies, and numerous government agencies.
Headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, more information on Mu's products, solutions, and customers are online at http://www.mudynamics.com.
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CONTACT: Jay Nichols of Sterling Communications, Inc., +1-415-992-3210, mu@sterlingpr.com, for Mu Dynamics, Inc.
Billionaire Alki David Launches FilmOn Mobile Platform, Providing Free HD Network Television Service for Mobile Devices
-More Than 20 Channels Including all Major Networks Available Through FilmOn.com Mobile Platform Without an Application Download-
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- FilmOn.com, the first online High Definition Television provider, announced today the launch of FilmOn Mobile; the first free, fully functional live television platform for mobile devices including the iPad(TM), Android(TM) and BlackBerry(TM) models. FilmOn Mobile includes programming from all major network TV stations and select cable channels as well as FIlmOn's own branded channels. The service is available at http://www.filmon.com
FilmOn Mobile does not require an application download. It works seamlessly with the built-in devices' media players using FilmOn's proprietary encrypted service to broadcast live television in HD over a basic 3G connection.
The service currently utilizes Los Angeles and European based affiliates. Additional major cities local affiliate channels including New York, Chicago, Miami, Dallas, Houston and Seattle will be populating the platform in the coming weeks.
The free FilmOn Mobile platform provides HD live viewing of all major networks and free television using Los Angeles and European feeds. The channels include:
-- ABC (KABC) -- KCAL
-- CBS (KCBS) -- Azteca America (KAZA)
-- NBC (KNBC) -- Telemundo (KVEA)
-- The CW (KTLA) -- Univision (KMEX)
-- FOX (KTTV) -- Universal Sports
-- PBS (KOCE) -- KCAL
-- ION Television (KPXN) -- Azteca America (KAZA)
-- My Network TV (KCOP) -- Telemundo (KVEA)
-- Universal Sports
"FilmOn is providing the next logical step in entertainment as mobile devices have become an integral part of our lives," said Alki David, founder, FilmOn. "Free television has always been available to TV set owners. I believe television should be equally as free and readily available to all mobile device owners as well."
Accessing FilmOn Mobile
FilmOn Mobile is available to mobile users with an Internet connection with at least 3G speed. Mobile users can log on to http://www.filmon.com from any compatible mobile device. The device will automatically begin streaming the FilmOn platform. The built-in interface allows users to switch channels from the channel icons.
Built for Networks and Content Owners
FilmOn's advanced data management coupled with comScore's media beacon offers content owners, networks and advertisers highly advanced reporting on audience behavior and a brand new collection of media and market data tools, expanding the film & television industries' reach into the dynamic world of Internet distribution
In 2004 FilmOn filed several patents for the accounting of content for branded players and branded site, specifically for the delivery of live and VOD video content. FIlmOn is utilizing these patents by providing FilmOn technology to third party broadcasters and publishers.
"FilmOn will provide TV station and cable channel partners with a dynamic branded distribution platform that prevents content piracy while providing a worldwide promotional platform and an intuitive advertising user network that produces detailed viewer analytics that will facilitate new online advertising revenues," said David Ferrara, president, FilmOn. "FilmOn is currently in negotiations with major cable providers and plans to provide complete syndicated cable television services throughout the U.S. in 2011."
Premium Content
FilmOn also provides a premium package of stations that includes adult content, specialty content genre channels such as Horror, Thriller, Documentaries and Sports and international channels that include a mixture of music, movies, sports and news including:
-- BBC News
-- Bloomberg International
-- CNN International
-- Dubai Sports
-- Flaunt
-- Horse & Country
-- More Music
-- Rai Sports
-- Scuzz Music
-- Sky News
-- Viva
-- Wedding TV
FilmOn's Own Branded Channels
-- BattleCam TV
-- FilmOn Documentaries
-- FilmOn Drama
-- FIlmOn Martial Arts
-- FIlmOn Music
ABOUT FilmOn.com Inc.
FilmOn.com Inc. was founded in March 2009 by FilmOn.com Plc, a Berlin-listed public company (2F0A-BER) and is operated independently by a dedicated U.S. management team with offices in Los Angeles and London.
ABOUT Alki David
Having starred in several films and television series, such as THE BANK JOB and THE GRID, Alki David is also listed as the 45th richest man in the United Kingdom by Times Magazine's "Rich List." He is a serial internet entrepreneur and shipping magnate.
MEDIA CONTACT
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Jason Magner
310-854-8128
jmagner@rogersandcowan.com
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FilmOn.com Inc.
CONTACT: Jason Magner, +1-310-854-8128, jmagner@rogersandcowan.com, for FilmOn.com Inc.