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Silicon Valley Robotics Innovator Invents Programmable Hoverboard for the Consumer Market

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Sept. 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Announcing the "Hoverboard," a personal electric vehicle to be launched on Kickstarter September 17, 2015 and culminating October 21, 2015, the day Marty McFly, in Back to the Future II, traveled into the future to discover the Hoverboard.

The Hoverboard is as much a "board sport" as it is a tech gadget.  Serial Entrepreneur and Inventor, Robert Bigler explains, "I dreamt of a personal electric vehicle that would produce the sensation of surfing on land."

The Hoverboard is targeting the higher-end consumer market.  Bigler explains, "I didn't want to approach the first real Hoverboard from the standpoint of making it a price-product.  I spared no expense to make it fully, everything today's technology could possibly provide."

The Hoverboard has a single, electrically motorized, 10" diameter wheel in the center of its deck.  The narrow wheel is computer-controlled and driven by as much as 5,000 watts of power to keep the rider balanced while also producing acceleration on demand. Leaning forward causes the Hoverboard to accelerate, and leaning back causes it to decelerate, or go the other direction.  There are no controls to hold in your hand.  While the computer and power electronics automatically keep the Hoverboard under the rider front-to-back, the riders themselves develop the skill to balance side to side, maneuver and ultimately "carve."  The experience evolves from hovering, to fully surfing on land.

Specifications:

    --  Range: 12 Miles with the Standard Battery, over 20 Miles with Extended
        Battery
    --  Weight: 25 Pounds
    --  Charging Time: 16 Minutes with Supercharger or 1 hour with standard
        charger
    --  Top Speed: 20 mph
The Hoverboard is equipped with onboard lighting, speakers to play music, ground-detecting sonar to keep the Hoverboard parallel to the changing ground, and LCD displays for active parameter monitoring while riding.

Modular and Serviceable

When designing the Hoverboard, Mr. Bigler remembered simpler times, when people were empowered with the ability to work on their own cars, not just to maintain them, but also to customize and improve them.  He wanted to bring this empowerment back and so made the Hoverboard OPEN.  Tool-handy owners are not only allowed to open their Hoverboards - they are encouraged to do so.  The majority of service and even repair tasks can be conducted by the owners themselves.  This also means that the Hoverboard can be User-Upgraded.  Most often, the first to purchase tech products have to then watch a rapid succession of improvements to the design quickly render their investment obsolete.  With the Hoverboard, such improved modules can be purchased and installed to keep the original investment always fully current.

User Programmable

To absolutely maximize an owner's personal connection to the Hoverboard, it has also been made User-Programmable by way of a simple programming language called Hoverscript.  An extension of BASIC, Hoverscript is easily learned by people with no previous programming experience.  This programmability eliminates all boundaries to the owner's ability to completely personalize their own Hoverboard.

The Kickstarter campaign will reward the first to order with the lowest prices and the earliest delivery times - FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED, starting Sept. 17th.

    --  For more pictures and video, visit http://www.hoverboard.com
    --  For details about the Hoverboard, visit http://hoverboard.com/FAQ/
    --  For more about the inventor, visit http://hoverboard.com/About%20Us/
Now, with working prototypes and production-ready designs, Mr. Bigler is going to Kickstarter to find out how many people share his passion.

Press Contact: Punita Bigler   

Phone: 1.650.417-7700  x7710   

Email: pbigler@hoverboard.com

Website: http://www.hoverboard.com

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Amcrest Enters the IP Camera Market With Super Nifty ProHD 1080p HD Cloud-Enabled IP Camera

HOUSTON, Sept. 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Amcrest's new ProHD camera features stunning full-HD 1080p video at 30 frames-per-second (FPS) with the latest Amberella S2LM chipset and Sony IMX 322 sensor, which deliver crystal clear, rich video to any computer or smartphone. With 1920x1080 resolution at 30fps every level of detail is captured.

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The ProHD includes an array of smart features; a remarkably wide viewing angle of 90 degrees (most IP cameras have 70), remote pan-tilt functions from a computer or smartphone app, intelligent digital zoom which doesn't pixelate video, 12 infrared LEDs for night vision up to 32 feet plus two-way audio via built-in speaker and mic.

Amcrest is bundling in its new cloud service, which offers users live viewing and up to 4-hours of free-recorded video. Additional plans start at $6.00 a month for up to 30-days of storage. If users don't want to use the optional cloud service, they can utilize other storage options including a MicroSD card, FTP, a NAS, onto a local computer, or using any Amcrest NVR (not included). Amcrest also includes a 1-year US warranty and lifetime support.

Features

    --  Full-HD 1080p Video @30fps for Excellent Quality and Clarity
    --  High-Intensity IR LEDs for Exceptional Night Vision up to 32-feet
    --  60 Second Wi-Fi Setup via iOS or Android devices using Amcrest View Lite
        app
    --  Pan/Tilt remotely from phone or computer
    --  Intelligent Digital Zoom provides enhanced quality without pixelation
    --  Stream video and audio directly to your phone, tablet, NVR, or on PC or
        Mac
    --  Remarkable Field-of-View with Super-Wide 90 degree lens
    --  Two-Way Talk with an embedded speaker and integrated microphone
    --  Intelligent Motion-Alerts via e-mail when motion/sound is detected
All of these features make the Amcrest ProHD camera a simple and easy to install IP camera that combines quality, versatility and durability with affordability.

Amcrest Introduces ProHD Plug-and-Play 1080p HD Cloud-Enabled IP Camera for $149.99 MSRP

About Amcrest
Amcrest is a top rated security products manufacturer and distributor delivering advanced surveillance, GPS tracking and Home Automation products to consumers and businesses in the US, UK, Canada, and Europe. When it comes to the security of people, places, and things, Amcrest delivers innovative technologies at exceedingly affordable prices and is leading the way with HDCVI products and the movement towards smarter, stronger and more efficient technologies.

More information: http://www.amcrest.com or connect with Amcrest on YouTube, Facebook and Twitter

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Screen Protector Brand Focuses In On New Product

PHANTOM GLASS(TM) LAUNCHES CAMERA PROTECTORS AND PRIVACY SCREENS

TORONTO, Sept. 1, 2015 /CNW/ - Shattered screens are an aggravation of the past with tempered glass screen protector Phantom Glass(TM). Already available for mobile phones and tablets, the Toronto technology startup is expanding its product offering with digital camera and privacy screens. Photographers and those with a need for discretion can now take advantage of the screen saving technology, available for purchase across Canada September 2015.

Made with the same technology as clear Phantom Glass(TM), the camera protectors are designed to cover the digital screen of cameras. With zero image distortion, the screen protector does not affect how users view their photos. The new line will be launching at Henry's - Canada's favourite camera store.

"Phantom Glass(TM) is a simple way to protect the investment that consumers and professionals make on digital cameras," said Richard Waters, president and founder, Phantom Glass(TM). "Photography has been a long standing hobby of mine, so it's exciting to become a part of the industry as a business."

Phantom Glass(TM) is available for the following, with more to come:

*NOTE: Some compatible with multiple models

    --  CANON 6D
    --  CANON 5D III
    --  CANON T61
    --  CANON Rebel T6i
    --  NIKON D3300
    --  NIKON D5500
    --  NIKON D750
    --  NIKON D810
    --  SONY NEX 5N
    --  SONY A7S
    --  SONY A7 II
    --  LEICA X-Vario

In addition to protecting your digital screen, Phantom Glass(TM) can also protect your privacy. Available for iPhone 6 models, iPad Air and iPad Mini, Phantom Glass(TM) combines its original technology with innovative privacy protection to blackout the screen on either side, while still providing a crystal clear view for the main user.

"This new line is ideal for government agencies, bankers, lawyers, financial advisors and anyone looking for added privacy while using their mobile devices,"said Richard Waters, president and founder, Phantom Glass(TM). "As a business owner, I know that you can't always respond to confidential emails, or read contracts in the confines of your office. Sometimes you need to do it while on the go."

Phantom Glass(TM) unique features:

    --  Silicone nano-adhesion layer: ensures easy installation and fills
        surface scratches

    --  Oleophobic nano-coating: allows fingerprints to wipe off easily

    --  Compatible with most cases

    --  Tempered glass prevents scratches and cracks
    --  Perfect image clarity with zero image distortion

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ABOUT PHANTOM GLASS(TM)
Phantom Glass(TM) is a Canadian startup established in 2013 by Toronto entrepreneur Richard Waters under Proprietary Innovation Labs Inc. The tempered glass screen protector ensures maximum impact and scratch protection for mobile phones and tablets. Phantom Glass(TM) sold over 100 thousand units in its first fiscal year and offers 100 skus for purchase in over 190 countries online. Phantom Glass(TM) can also be found in top retailers Staples®, Jump+, Visions Electronics, Amazon®, Best Buy® and more across Canada. Accompanied by a lifetime warranty, Phantom Glass(TM) is the last screen protector you'll ever need. For more information visit Phantom.Glass.

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Hammacher Schlemmer Introduces The Only Live Streaming Video Camera Pen

NEW YORK, Sept. 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --Continuing its 167-year history of offering the Best, the Only and the Unexpected, Hammacher Schlemmer introduces The Only Live Streaming Video Camera Pen, the only ballpoint pen that captures high-definition video and streams it to smartphone in realtime.

The ballpoint pen records 720p HD video that is sent over a WiFi network to an iPhone, iPad, or Android-powered device for immediate viewing on a free app.

"This handy device can send what it sees and hears directly to your device, or it can store almost two hours of video on your 32GB microSD card," explained Hammacher Schlemmer's General Manager Fred Berns. "And it's only available from Hammacher Schlemmer."

The pen's pinhole-sized camera lens also captures still images while its built-in, inconspicuous microphone records sound without detection. Its rechargeable battery provides up to 30 minutes of continuous recording after a three-hour charge via the included USB adapter.

The Only Live Streaming Video Camera Pen is available from Hammacher Schlemmer for $199.95. For more information about this product, please visit The Only Live Streaming Video Camera Pen, or contact Trish Hammond at (847) 581-8987 or via e-mail at pr@hammacher.com.

About Hammacher Schlemmer
Hammacher Schlemmer is America's longest running catalog, offering the Best, the Only and the Unexpected since 1848. The company provides unique products that solve problems or represent the only one of their kind, and backs its products by a rather famous Lifetime Guarantee of Complete Satisfaction. Hammacher Schlemmer's innovative offerings are available through its catalog and online at http://www.hammacher.com.

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Vision Research Updates v-Series of 1 Megapixel Ultrahigh-Speed Digital Cameras

Phantom® v2512, v2012, v1612, v1212 Offer Customers The Most Memory Available on the Market

WAYNE, N.J., Sept. 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Vision Research, the leading manufacturer of digital high-speed imaging systems, has enhanced its powerful UHS-Series line of 1 megapixel (1Mpx) ultrahigh-speed cameras with features that greatly improve workflow and ease-of-use.  The new Phantom v2512, v2012, v1612, and v1212 cameras are now available with either 72GB, 144GB, or 288GB of memory, providing significantly longer recording times and more data recording flexibility than previous versions of the cameras.

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These cameras also take advantage of Vision Research's 1TB and 2TB CineMag IV to quickly record data to a large amount of non-volatile storage. Coupled with 10GB Ethernet that comes standard with all Phantom ultrahigh-speed cameras, the UHS-12 Series offer a smooth, efficient workflow to managing critical data.

"The faster the camera, the more data it provides, and the more important memory and data management become to the work flow. These ultrahigh-speed cameras provide large amounts of critical data, and a challenge has always been storing and downloading it for analysis," commented Doreen Clark, Product Marketing Manager for Vision Research.

"We focused on alleviating this challenge for our customers, and we're now able to offer more than triple the amount of memory as well as additional data management features. For example, a v2512 Ultrahigh-Speed camera with 288GB of memory recording at full 25 Gigapixels per second can record an event for up to 7.5 seconds, three times longer than the v2511 with 96GB of memory. However, downloading and accessing 288GB of data can be cumbersome, which is where the 1 terabyte and 2 terabyte CineMags of non-volatile storage and 10 gigabyte Ethernet are extremely useful."

The 1TB and 2TB CineMag IV allow users to save from RAM to non-volatile storage as quickly as 1GB/sec, meaning 288GB can be saved in less than 5 minutes, increasing a camera's utilization during critical shoot times. The cameras also can save data directly into the CineMag, saving even more valuable recording time.  The CineMag can be downloaded later either through the camera or through Vision Research's CineStation.  All Phantom ultrahigh-speed cameras are equipped with 10G Ethernet, and are able to transfer data at up to 500 MB/second on optimized systems; also avoiding time consuming downloads between shots.

All memory options can be divided in up to 63 segments or individual shots, a feature that provides significant flexibility while increasing camera utilization.  Users can re-arm the camera and even record a segment while saving the previous segment, a useful feature in applications with multiple, predictable events. The 288GB memory option, for example, can be divided into up to 63 segments of over 4.5GB each, allowing users to capture all of the details of phenomena and seamlessly download them for analysis later.

In addition to increased memory and CineMag IV compatibility, the UHS-12 Series has the same performance and features of the UHS-11 Series, including the same high sensitivity of ISO 6400 (daylight illumination) for color images and ISO 32,000 for monochrome images. This ISO rating lessens the challenges created by low-light scenarios and provides the option to use a faster shutter speed, which can reduce motion blur and result in clearer images. Users also may find that they can now use lenses with smaller apertures, which typically are less expensive and easier to acquire.

The updated UHS-12 Series begins shipping in September. Vision Research also operates a number of AMEcare performance sites around the world for truly global service, training and support. For more information please visit: http://www.visionresearch.com/Service--Support/.         

To find out the latest on Vision Research and its high-speed cameras, follow on Twitter at @PhantomHiSpeed, LinkedIn at Vision Research, Facebook at "visionresearch" or keep up to date with the innovations on the Vision Research blog at http://www.visionresearch.com/blog.

About Vision Research
Vision Research is a leading manufacturer of high-speed digital imaging systems that are indispensable across a wide variety of applications, including defense, automotive, engineering, science, medical research, industrial manufacturing, packaging, sports broadcast, TV production and digital cinematography.

The Wayne, N.J.-based company designs and manufactures the most comprehensive range of digital high-speed cameras available today, all of which deliver unsurpassed light-sensitivity, image resolution, acquisition speed and image quality. 

Over the course of its 60+ year history, Vision Research has earned numerous awards in recognition of its innovations in high-speed digital camera technology and sensor design, including a technical Emmy and an Academy Award®.  Vision Research digital high-speed cameras add a new dimension to the sense of sight, allowing the user to see details of an event when it's too fast to see, and too important not to(TM). For additional information regarding Vision Research, please visit http://www.visionresearch.com.

Vision Research is a business unit of the Materials Analysis Division of AMETEK Inc., a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices.

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GlocalMe G2: Life Changing Innovation in Travel Now Introduced to Market

HONG KONG, Sept.1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- GlocalMe is proud to announce the launch of a Kickstarter campaign that raised its $20,000 goal within the first day of release. GlocalMe is a safe, personal WiFi and charging gadget that is contract-free and operates on a pay as you go system.

With GlocalMe, users can switch among mobile networks in over 100 countries. Networks are secure and private to protect information from hackers. GlocalMe is set to become a big hit among the public, as it combines convenience, safety and affordability into one device.

The telecom industry has kept prices high while providing minimum service due to a lack of competition and barriers that prevent new players from entering into the market. High roaming costs often cause people to be disconnected with traveling. While visiting new locations is exciting, losing access to technology can be potentially dangerous. GlocalMe G2 is able to keep costs low with its advanced cloud SIM technology and a system that does not require expensive infrastructure. The WiFi hotspot device is created as a way for travelers to conveniently and affordably stay connected on the go.

Some travelers choose to use 3G hotspots on the go, but hotspots are a hit or a miss. Sometimes they work, but sometimes they don't. GlocalMe G2 provides 3G and 4G services from the best possible networks to ensure consistency, without charging roaming fees. G2 allows users to manage data with efficiency, no matter what device they use.

One of the most popular features of GlocalMe G2 is its ability to support up to five devices all at the same time. Individuals and groups can use GlocalMe alike. Additionally, GlocalMe has created a mobile application that allows users to purchase data and check their balance on the go to simplify the process of paying bills. GlocalMe users will have the flexibility to use whatever network and devices they would like, unlike other products on the market that limit usage to specific models.

With one week left in the Kickstarter campaign, GlocalMe has now raised nearly seven times the initial funding goal of $20,000.

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DxO ONE Professional Quality Connected Camera Arrives

Pre-orders begin shipping this week

SAN FRANCISCO and PARIS, Sept. 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- DxO announced today that the DxO ONE camera will begin shipping to pre-order customers this week. DxO, a world leader in image science, has created the ultimate connected camera with the introduction of the DxO ONE, an incredibly compact, yet surprisingly sophisticated camera that connects directly to your iPhone(®) and iPad(®) to let you instantly share high resolution images with your family, friends and followers. With a fast, high-quality prime lens and a large 1-inch format sensor, the DxO ONE is proving that it's possible to capture stunning photos--even in very low light--with a connected camera that's smaller than the grip of a DSLR.

"Here is something amazing...the engineers at DxO have been able to accomplish something truly astonishing," said award-winning photojournalist John Stanmeyer, "Connecting the DxO ONE to my iPhone gives me the equivalent of more than three full stops of additional exposure when photographing in low light situations."

The DxO ONE complements the iPhone in ways that no other camera can, providing a level of professional image quality and control which meets or exceeds that of most premium cameras. The 20.2MP sensor captures 2.5 times more detail, allowing for improved composition through cropping or digital zooming. The DxO ONE's fast f/1.8 prime lens (32mm equivalent) captures exquisite portraits, in which the eyes are razor sharp and the background falls off naturally with a beautiful bokeh. The lens and sensor combination enable the camera to effortlessly photograph in low light environments. The DxO ONE is even capable of producing impressive images shot from ISO 12800 up to Hi2 (51200), and gorgeous night skies with exposure times of up to 15 seconds.

"The response to the DxO ONE has been phenomenal, and we're excited for customers to experience this incredibly compact, yet powerful connected camera," said Kirk Paulsen, DxO's senior vice president of Product Marketing. "Since the announcement in June, we've incorporated feedback from dozens of talented photographers who have been capturing amazing images with the DxO ONE all over the world."

During an extensive beta program over the past several months, DxO engineers and designers carefully studied the shooting habits and styles of dozens of photographers to optimize the user experience. Power consumption has improved by adjusting the idle timeout based on user inactivity. For photographers who very often need to keep the camera powered on for hours at a time, such as landscape and nature photographers, the DxO ONE now supports shooting while charging from an external battery pack.

As a fully connected camera, the DxO ONE enables users to receive continuous app and firmware enhancements via automatic App Store updates. In just the past two months, the team at DxO added manual focus, EV bias in auto, paired program mode, max ISO/ max speed, and more. Before the year is out, DxO ONE users can expect to receive a host of new features, such as high-speed RAW burst, horizon level, advanced viewfinder and detailed EXIF displays.

Mac users who use OS X Photos will be able to process their DxO RAW and SuperRAW files without ever leaving the app, thanks to a new DxO extension for Photos scheduled to mirror the release of OS X El Capitan. And Adobe Lightroom(®) users will be happy to know that DxO standard RAW images are fully compatible .DNG files, and that DxO SuperRAW files can be easily accessed and processed in DxO OpticsPro and exported directly back to Lightroom.

Pricing & Availability
The DxO ONE Professional Quality Connected Camera can be ordered today from http://www.dxo.com at a price of $599. For a limited time, the DxO ONE comes with a free license of award-winning RAW image processing software, DxO OpticsPro (Elite edition, sold separately for $199), and DxO FilmPack which digitally reproduces the look and feel of analog films (Elite edition, sold separately for $129). Pre-order and availability dates for other countries are available on DxO's website.

About DxO
DxO develops the world's most advanced image processing technologies, which have enabled over 300 million devices to capture the highest quality images achievable. DxO's award-winning OpticsPro software lets serious photographers quickly and easily make their best photos look even better, and DxO ONE has redefined the connected camera with a revolutionary design that pairs perfectly with iPhone and iPad to capture professional quality images that are instantly available to share with family, friends and followers.

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New talking scientific calculator breaks down barriers for blind students

The Orion TI-30XS MultiView levels the educational playing field for students who are visually impaired

DALLAS, Sept. 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Texas Instruments (TI) (NASDAQ: TXN), Orbit Research and the American Printing House for the Blind (APH) today unveiled the Orion TI-30XS MultiView Talking Scientific Calculator, the world's first fully accessible multi-line scientific calculator, created for students who are visually impaired, and available for the upcoming school year. Based on the popular TI-30XS Multiview(TM) scientific calculator from Texas Instruments, the Orion TI-30XS represents a breakthrough in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education for students with vision impairment. 

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Today, millions of scientific calculators are used in classrooms around the world and are an integral part of the high school math and science curriculum. However, the popularity and usefulness of scientific calculators has posed a challenge for students who are visually impaired since advanced models used in classrooms have not been accessible, until now. With the introduction of the Orion TI-30XS MultiView, visually impaired students now have access to the same technology as their peers as they tackle demanding subjects such as algebra, statistics and chemistry.

"For TI, this is about tearing down barriers for students with disabilities and empowering them to overcome challenges and do great things," said Scott Sedberry, director of North American Business Development for Texas Instruments Education Technology. "The identical functionality of the accessible TI-30XS MultiView enables students with vision impairment to use the same calculator as their classmates, participate in the same curriculum and take advantage of the vast knowledge base and instructional materials that are already available for this technology."

Educators who tested the calculator with their visually impaired students are eager to put it to use in the classroom. Susan Osterhaus, Statewide Mathematics Consultant at the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired and APH consultant, said, "This is going to be an awesome addition to our math toolbox and I am confident it will help our students learn and understand difficult concepts."

The advanced, four-line scientific calculator, with higher-level math and science functionality, is ideal for middle school through college students. A clear, high-quality, recorded voice announces each key and the answer on the display, providing a choice of speech modes for quiet or verbose operation. Students will love the thin, lightweight design, and parents and teachers will love the familiar functionality that makes it easy to help with classwork and homework.

"When students have the right tools to access their curricula, we all benefit," said Dr. Tuck Tinsley III, president of APH. "This new technology empowers students who are blind and have low vision to reach their full potentials and become the next generation of STEM scholars."

The Orion TI-30XS Talking Scientific Calculator may be used on high-stakes exams as an approved accommodation for students who are visually impaired if it is specified in the student's Individual Education Program (IEP). Check with your school's assessment coordinator or guidance counselor to determine the guidelines for specific tests.

"The development of the Orion TI-30XS MultiView represents Orbit Research's continuing commitment to level the playing field for visually impaired and dyslexic students," said Dr. Gina Spagnoli, Orbit Research's founder.  "Building upon our long-term partnership with Texas Instruments, APH's vast experience in the development of educational products, and our expertise in adapting mainstream calculators for accessibility, this product is the result of our collaborative efforts to develop game-changing technology."

The calculator is available for purchase for the upcoming school year here.

About Texas Instruments:

Education Technology, a business of Texas Instruments, provides a wide range of tools connecting the classroom experience with real-world applications, helping students and teachers to explore mathematics and science interactively. TI's products and services are tested vigorously against recognized third-party research, which shows that the effective use of graphing calculators improves the mathematical skills of students and their attitudes toward mathematics. For more information, visit http://www.education.ti.com.

Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) is a global semiconductor design and manufacturing company that develops analog ICs and embedded processors. By employing the world's brightest minds, TI creates innovations that shape the future of technology. TI is helping more than 100,000 customers transform the future, today. Learn more at http://www.ti.com.

About the American Printing House for the Blind

APH, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, is the world's largest company devoted solely to researching, developing, and manufacturing products for people who are blind or visually impaired. Founded in 1858, it is the oldest organization of its kind in the United States. Under the 1879 federal Act to Promote the Education of the Blind, APH is the official supplier of educational materials for students who are visually impaired in the U.S. and outlying areas who are working at less than college level.

APH produces textbooks and magazines in braille, large print, recorded, and digital formats. APH also designs and manufactures hundreds of educational, recreational, and daily living products. For more information, visit http://www.aph.org.

About Orbit Research

Orbit Research develops and manufactures innovative and affordable products that enable an independent lifestyle for people who are blind or visually impaired. Founded with the mission to fulfill the urgent need for affordable assistive technology products, the company has introduced breakthrough products like the Orion family of Talking Scientific and Graphing Calculators and the iBill Talking Banknote Identifier that define the state-of-the-art in features, functionality, convenience and cost. For more information, visit http://www.orbitresearch.com.

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JOBY GripTight Auto Vent Clip Brings Smartphones New Perspectives During Car and Air Travel

Newest Addition to GripTight Series Serves as a Discrete, Compact and Multi-Purpose Travel Accessory

PETALUMA, Calif., Sept. 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- JOBY expands its best-selling collection of the portable GripTight Series to include the GripTight Auto Vent Clip, a durable and versatile design for use in the car and on a plane. This portable lightweight smartphone accessory discretely attaches to your car's vents and comes with bonus airplane clip adaptor, enabling users to mount a smartphone on the closed tray table.

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"A recent AT&T study revealed that 70 percent of drivers use their phones when behind the wheel," said Kate Farmer, JOBY brand director. "With the development of navigation apps, drivers have become increasingly dependent on their smartphones for directions, especially since companies like Google have developed location-based services, maximizing their capabilities. The JOBY Auto Vent Clip was designed to be discrete and not obstruct the driver's line of sight enabling users to clearly see navigation apps without taking their eyes off of the road." 

The GripTight Auto Vent Clip (US MSRP $34.95) is a multi-purpose accessory that is lightweight, portable, versatile and always with you in the car or on a plane. A positioning ball on the clip allows you to adjust the orientation and change the angle of your phone with ±20 degrees of movement, enabling horizontal or vertical viewing. Built from durable polycarbonate-ABS plastic with TPE grip pads and stainless steel, the GripTight Auto Vent Clip slides onto a vehicle's air vent and is designed to remain securely in place after repeated use. The bonus airplane adaptor allows for easy smartphone use from 30,000 feet by fastening the clip to a closed tray table, keeping your entertainment hands-free and stable during takeoff, landing and turbulence.

The GripTight Auto Vent Clip is available in regular size to fit smaller smartphones (2.1 to 2.8 in. / 54 to 72 mm) and XL size to fit larger smartphones (2.7 to 3.9 in. / 69 to 99 mm), with or without protective cases. The GripTight Mount can also be removed from the vent clip for use with any tripod or stand with a ¼"-20 screw.

For more information, please visit JOBY.com or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Google+, and Instagram.

ABOUT JOBY

JOBY changes perspectives with functional and adaptable products for action cam, smartphone, tablet, DSLR, and point and shoot camera users. JOBY redefined the tripod industry a decade ago when it developed the innovative GorillaPod((TM)) flexible tripod. Today, the San Francisco Bay Area-based company continues to create solutions that empower creative, active, and fun lifestyles. For more information, please visit http://www.JOBY.com. 

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CONTACT: Media Contact: Marta Weissenborn, McGrath/Power Public Relations, 408-727-0351, martaweissenborn@mcgrathpower.com

Web Site: http://www.JOBY.com

Polk Audio Expands T Series Line of Loudspeakers

High-performance Floor and Center Channel Speakers Create the Ultimate Music and Home Theater Experience

VISTA, Calif., Sept. 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Polk Audio, a celebrated high-performance audio brand with over 40 years of sound engineering and design expertise, today announces the launch of its newest T Series Loudspeakers--a collection of floor standing tower, center channel and bookshelf speakers harnessing the brand's renowned audio performance and authentic design. Modeled after Polk's first Monitor Series Loudspeakers which launched the company into critical acclaim 43 years ago, the T Series reaffirms Polk's commitment to offering its customers high-quality audio. Consisting of the T50 floor standing tower speakers ($129.95/each), the T30 center channel speaker ($129.95) and T15 bookshelf speakers ($99.95/pair), the T Series is designed to serve as the entry-level system for listeners seeking an improved home theater experience for around $500. From TV to movies, sporting events, games and music, the T Series delivers excellent sound at accessible price points for today's consumer.

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Designed with a sleek furniture-grade black oak finish, each T Series loudspeaker features quality cabinet construction providing listeners with a rich and detailed audio experience with premium acoustics for years of enjoyment. Additionally, with Polk's history in high-performance audio equipment, the speakers offer brighter highs, clearer voicing, wide-open mid-range and incredible bass response, allowing for an even more immersive entertainment experience.

"Polk engineers are famous for saying it's easy to make expensive speakers sound great," said Michael Greco, global brand director for Polk. "The challenge is making an entry level line with exceptional sound that far exceeds its price. The T Series does just that, providing a balanced audio reproduction and incredible listening experience, whether you're an avid movie watcher or music fan."     

Serving as the flagship member of the T Series, the T50 floor standing tower speaker features a 1-inch silk dome tweeter with Polk's custom wave guide, helping to control dispersion, increase the power handling of the tweeter and minimize unwanted high-frequency. Two 6.5-inch bi-laminate composite Dynamic Balance(TM) drivers produce open, uncolored midrange and punchy, dynamic bass, while an additional two 6.5-inch sub bass radiators deliver powerful output bass at the lowest frequencies. The T30 center speaker--also featuring the same 1-inch silk dome tweeter as the T50--has two 5.25-inch Dynamic Balance drivers and a performance tuned rear firing bass port for more powerful bass. Finally, the T15 bookshelf speakers boast front firing bass ports, convenient keyhole slots for wall mounting, 5.25-inch Dynamic Balance drivers, and 0.75-inch Dynamic Balance silk dome tweeters to fill rooms in full, detailed sound.

T Series loudspeakers are available now at national retailers including Best Buy and Amazon. For more information about the Polk brand and its high-performance audio offerings, please visit PolkAudio.com.

About Polk Audio
Polk Audio is an award-winning designer of high-performance audio products and the largest audio brand of Sound United. Founded in 1972, Polk is a leading manufacturer of premium home theater speakers, sound bars, headphones, wireless speakers, outdoor, mobile and marine speakers and amplifiers, and other high-performance audio products. For more information on Polk Audio, please visit http://www.polkaudio.com. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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CONTACT: Havas Formula, 619-234-0345, soundunited@formulapr.com

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Olympus Supports Up-and-Coming Bands With High-Quality Equipment

HAMBURG, Germany, September 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

    Talent alone doesn't make you a star: self-marketing is equally important. Which is
why Olympus is making a new OM-D E-M5 Mark II system camera and an LS-100 PCM Recorder
available to up-and-coming bands for a period of at least two months free of charge. It
will allow them to make high-quality video and sound recordings. Bands can apply for the
equipment now, via Olympus' music blog http://music-open.olympus.eu/
[http://music-open.olympus.eu ] . 

    - Cross reference: Picture is available at AP Images (http://www.apimages.com ) -

    A professional exchange with other musicians and an international platform for their
projects - that's what music-open, the Olympus music blog, offers up-and-coming bands.
It's a place for bands to share their experiences of using the Olympus equipment and at
the same time present their own projects, thereby extending their reach. "With our blog
and above all our promotion to lend out professional equipment, we want to support
talented newcomers to develop high-quality material for their self-marketing," says
Torsten Lenk, from the Audio Product Division at Olympus Europa. After all, good equipment
normally costs a lot of money. But Olympus is lending the LS-100 PCM Recorder and the new
OM-D E-M5 Mark II without a rental fee. The two devices are the perfect match for one
another: the LS-100 is already greatly appreciated by musicians. It enables
separately-recorded sound sources to be mixed together to create a single sound-stream.
That gives users the flexibility to adjust each recording or to re-record or edit until
the result is truly perfect. Moreover, when using the OM-D E-M5 Mark II, you can take
outstanding video recordings and photos with no need for a tripod, Steadicam or gyro-rigs,
thanks to the camera's unrivalled image stabilisation system.

    A helping hand for an international break-through 

    Bands from all European countries can apply for the equipment. All they need to do is
to fill in an online form at http://music-open.olympus.eu with a brief project
description and explaining why they want to use the Olympus equipment. The pilot for the
blog has been up and running since the start of the year. And since the re-launch, Olympus
is now also offering tips on self-marketing for bands via the music-open music blog. This
includes, for example, tutorials on video-editing and contributions from well-known guest
writers including trainers, artists as well as video or sound experts.

       
         
        Contact: 
        Martina Beckmann 
        Olympus Europa SE & Co. KG 
        Tel.: +49-40-23773-5400 
        Email: martina.beckmann@olympus-europa.com 
        http://www.olympus-europa.com 

     

Olympus Europa SE & Co. KG

Olympus Supports Up-and-Coming Bands With High-Quality Equipment

HAMBURG, Germany, September 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

    Talent alone doesn't make you a star: self-marketing is equally important. Which is
why Olympus is making a new OM-D E-M5 Mark II system camera and an LS-100 PCM Recorder
available to up-and-coming bands for a period of at least two months free of charge. It
will allow them to make high-quality video and sound recordings. Bands can apply for the
equipment now, via Olympus' music blog http://music-open.olympus.eu/
[http://music-open.olympus.eu ] . 

    - Cross reference: Picture is available at AP Images (http://www.apimages.com ) -

    A professional exchange with other musicians and an international platform for their
projects - that's what music-open, the Olympus music blog, offers up-and-coming bands.
It's a place for bands to share their experiences of using the Olympus equipment and at
the same time present their own projects, thereby extending their reach. "With our blog
and above all our promotion to lend out professional equipment, we want to support
talented newcomers to develop high-quality material for their self-marketing," says
Torsten Lenk, from the Audio Product Division at Olympus Europa. After all, good equipment
normally costs a lot of money. But Olympus is lending the LS-100 PCM Recorder and the new
OM-D E-M5 Mark II without a rental fee. The two devices are the perfect match for one
another: the LS-100 is already greatly appreciated by musicians. It enables
separately-recorded sound sources to be mixed together to create a single sound-stream.
That gives users the flexibility to adjust each recording or to re-record or edit until
the result is truly perfect. Moreover, when using the OM-D E-M5 Mark II, you can take
outstanding video recordings and photos with no need for a tripod, Steadicam or gyro-rigs,
thanks to the camera's unrivalled image stabilisation system.

    A helping hand for an international break-through 

    Bands from all European countries can apply for the equipment. All they need to do is
to fill in an online form at http://music-open.olympus.eu with a brief project
description and explaining why they want to use the Olympus equipment. The pilot for the
blog has been up and running since the start of the year. And since the re-launch, Olympus
is now also offering tips on self-marketing for bands via the music-open music blog. This
includes, for example, tutorials on video-editing and contributions from well-known guest
writers including trainers, artists as well as video or sound experts.

       
         
        Contact: 
        Martina Beckmann 
        Olympus Europa SE & Co. KG 
        Tel.: +49-40-23773-5400 
        Email: martina.beckmann@olympus-europa.com 
        http://www.olympus-europa.com 

     

Olympus Europa SE & Co. KG

Olympus Supports Up-and-Coming Bands With High-Quality Equipment

HAMBURG, Germany, September 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

    Talent alone doesn't make you a star: self-marketing is equally important. Which is
why Olympus is making a new OM-D E-M5 Mark II system camera and an LS-100 PCM Recorder
available to up-and-coming bands for a period of at least two months free of charge. It
will allow them to make high-quality video and sound recordings. Bands can apply for the
equipment now, via Olympus' music blog http://music-open.olympus.eu/
[http://music-open.olympus.eu ] .

    - Cross reference: Picture is available at AP Images (http://www.apimages.com ) -

    A professional exchange with other musicians and an international platform for their
projects - that's what music-open, the Olympus music blog, offers up-and-coming bands.
It's a place for bands to share their experiences of using the Olympus equipment and at
the same time present their own projects, thereby extending their reach. "With our blog
and above all our promotion to lend out professional equipment, we want to support
talented newcomers to develop high-quality material for their self-marketing," says
Torsten Lenk, from the Audio Product Division at Olympus Europa. After all, good equipment
normally costs a lot of money. But Olympus is lending the LS-100 PCM Recorder and the new
OM-D E-M5 Mark II without a rental fee. The two devices are the perfect match for one
another: the LS-100 is already greatly appreciated by musicians. It enables
separately-recorded sound sources to be mixed together to create a single sound-stream.
That gives users the flexibility to adjust each recording or to re-record or edit until
the result is truly perfect. Moreover, when using the OM-D E-M5 Mark II, you can take
outstanding video recordings and photos with no need for a tripod, Steadicam or gyro-rigs,
thanks to the camera's unrivalled image stabilisation system.

    A helping hand for an international break-through 

    Bands from all European countries can apply for the equipment. All they need to do is
to fill in an online form at http://music-open.olympus.eu with a brief project
description and explaining why they want to use the Olympus equipment. The pilot for the
blog has been up and running since the start of the year. And since the re-launch, Olympus
is now also offering tips on self-marketing for bands via the music-open music blog. This
includes, for example, tutorials on video-editing and contributions from well-known guest
writers including trainers, artists as well as video or sound experts.

       
         
        Contact: 
        Martina Beckmann 
        Olympus Europa SE & Co. KG 
        Tel.: +49-40-23773-5400 
        Email: martina.beckmann@olympus-europa.com 
        http://www.olympus-europa.com 

     

Olympus Europa SE & Co. KG

'Heroes of the Storm' Hits theScore eSports!

- Major update reinforces app as leading mobile destination for competitive gaming coverage

TORONTO, Sept. 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ - theScore eSports by theScore, Inc. (TSX Venture: SCR) ("theScore") today reinforced its position as the most comprehensive mobile app covering competitive video gaming by adding live scores, stats and breaking news coverage for Heroes of the Storm.

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The latest update to theScore eSports on iOS and Android ensures fans of Blizzard Entertainment's popular multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game can now track real-time action from the biggest tournaments all over the world from their mobile device.

On top of this, Heroes of the Storm fans now also have their own dedicated section within the app to consume and share all the latest breaking news stories and original content about their favourite tournaments, teams and players, as delivered by theScore eSports' team of writers.

"Heroes of the Storm has been one of the most requested games by fans since theScore eSports launched earlier this year," said Kyle Chatterson, Managing Editor of theScore eSports. "This huge update complements our existing coverage and makes theScore eSports the definitive mobile destination for the fastest and most comprehensive eSports coverage."

theScore eSports is the only multi-game eSports mobile app to provide live scoring and stats coverage of Heroes of the Storm, League of Legends, Dota 2, and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, as well as news coverage from all of these games plus Hearthstone, Call of Duty and StarCraft II. Coverage of more games and regions will be added soon.

Download or update theScore eSports NOW from the App Store and Google Play.

Stay connected to theScore eSports!
https://www.facebook.com/theScoreEsports
https://twitter.com/theScoreeSports?lang=en

About theScore eSports
theScore eSports is dedicated to providing the most comprehensive real-time coverage from the world of competitive video gaming. theScore eSports delivers live scores and stats from the biggest tournaments while its editorial team provides exclusive breaking news and original video content, including highlights and expert analysis. theScore eSports app is available on iOS and Android and at theScoreeSports.com.

About theScore Inc.
theScore, Inc. is an independent creator of mobile-first sports experiences, connecting fans to what they love through an addictive combination of comprehensive and personalized real-time news, scores, stats, alerts and daily fantasy sports contests via its mobile sports platforms 'theScore,' 'theScore eSports,' 'ScoreMobileFC' and  'Swoopt.'

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CONTACT: James Bigg, Sr. Manager, Communications, theScore, Inc., Tel: 416.479.8812 ext. 2366, Email: james.bigg@thescore.com

Web Site: http://www.thescore.com/

IMS Launches New Business Center with Comprehensive Analytics and Reporting Capabilities for Usage-based Insurance

IMS and Pentaho partner to help auto insurers unlock a wealth of insights by blending usage-based insurance (UBI) data and customer information 

WATERLOO, ON, Sept. 1, 2015 /CNW/ - Intelligent Mechatronic Systems (IMS), a leading connected car company, released their new Business Center with a powerful suite of program analytics and reporting tools made possible through a technology integration partnership with Pentaho, a leading data integration and business analytics company.

IMS' innovative Business Center solves a core challenge for many insurers launching UBI - a method to track and monitor the essential metrics that are indicative of program success. The addition of program analytics to IMS' leading usage-based insurance solution enables auto insurers to monitor program growth, identify end user behaviors that require action and understand the essential program health trends that lead to successful usage-based insurance programs.

"IMS is already recognized as a leader in the usage-based insurance industry based on our tried and tested expertise in end-to-end solutions and the versatility of the DriveSync® platform," said Christopher Dell, Senior Director, Product Development and Management. "By embedding analytics and reporting capabilities into the DriveSync platform, IMS continues to redefine what the industry should expect in a comprehensive end-to-end UBI solution, while further demonstrating our focused commitment to client success."

"We are pleased to partner with IMS to deeply integrate our embeddable analytics technology into the DriveSync platform, guiding insurer decisions at the point of impact," said Donna Prlich, Vice President, Product Marketing and Solutions, Pentaho. "Given our aligned vision around the Internet of Things (IoT), we also welcome IMS to the Pentaho Strategic Advisory Board to share their expertise in telematics and connected car solutions to help drive further innovation with Pentaho in emerging IoT sectors."

IMS' new Business Center introduces auto insurers to the following UBI program management and reporting capabilities:

    --  Rich responsive dashboards, programs diagnostics and data visualizations
        that help customers manage key performance metrics associated with
        program health and growth.
    --  Flexible enrollment capabilities, integrated device tracking tools and
        comprehensive logistics monitoring to help ease program administration
        and management.
    --  Fully integrated customer support tools and capabilities providing
        customer support teams with a one-stop shop for customer support issue
        investigation and management.

The new Business Center will be unveiled at the Insurance Telematics USA conference in Chicago from September 2-3, 2015. To learn more, visit http://www.intellimec.com/ubi .

About Intelligent Mechatronic Systems Inc. (IMS)
Established in 1999, IMS is a leader in connected car technology that enables drivers to be safer, smarter and greener. The unique approach of converging in-car infotainment, automotive telematics and wireless technology has resulted in an impressive range of solutions. From insurance and government, to fleets and everyday drivers, IMS technology revolutionizes industries. For more information, visit http://www.intellimec.com.

About Pentaho, A Hitachi Data Systems Company
Pentaho is a leading data integration and business analytics company with an enterprise-class, open source-based platform for diverse big data deployments. Pentaho's unified data integration and analytics platform is comprehensive, completely embeddable and delivers governed data to power any analytics in any environment. Pentaho's mission is to help organizations across multiple industries harness the value from all their data, including big data and IoT, enabling them to find new revenue streams, operate more efficiently, deliver outstanding service and minimize risk. Pentaho has over 15,000 product deployments and 1,500 commercial customers today including ABN-AMRO Clearing, EMC, Landmark Halliburton, Moody's, NASDAQ, RichRelevance, and Staples. For more information visit http://www.pentaho.com.

SOURCE  Intelligent Mechatronic Systems Inc.

Intelligent Mechatronic Systems Inc.

CONTACT: For media inquiries, please contact: Brian Halk, Director of Marketing, IMS, Phone: 519-883-2956, Email: bhalk@intellimec.com

Web Site: http://www.intellimec.com

eInfochips' Eragon410 SoM Powered by Qualcomm Enables Embedded Designs With Low Power, Faster Processing and Smaller Packaging

SUNNYVALE, California, September 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

    The Eragon410 Development Kit, System-on-Module (SoM) and eInfochips Design Services
Accelerate Solutions for Industrial & Building Automation, Security & Surveillance,
Robotics, Infotainment & Displays (Automotive and Avionics), Media Broadcast and Digital
Signage

    eInfochips(R) (http://www.einfochips.com) has announced their new Eragon410
Development Kit and System-on-Module(SoM), based on the Qualcomm(R) Snapdragon(TM) 410
processor, a product of Qualcomm Technologies Inc., a subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated,
for companies to design embedded products and solutions. eInfochips is now accepting
Orders for Eragon 410
[https://eragon.einfochips.com/products/system-on-modules/eic-q410-100.html ].

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    Qualcomm Technologies' 64-bit capable Snapdragon 410 processor is based on quad-core
ARM(R) Cortex(R) A53 and offers advanced processing capabilities at low power. Utilizing
the Qualcomm(R) Adreno(TM) 306 GPU that enables high quality graphics to support HD video
playback and capture for multimedia applications. Leveraging on the Snapdragon 410
processor's performance and feature-rich functionality, eInfochips offers a powerful and
low cost platform engineered to allow rapid development of solutions and to address the
expanding embedded computing and Internet of Everything (IoE) platforms using Android,
Linux and Windows 10 operating systems.

    "The Snapdragon 410 processor is a powerful enablement technology for embedded
solutions providers to support off-the-shelf or custom system-on-modules, support and
design services for commercial deployments," said Tia Cassett, senior director, product
management, Qualcomm Technologies Inc. "We see a lot of potential in the Eragon 410 system
on modules for enabling embedded and IoE products."

    The Eragon 410 product line is based on an ultra-small (26mm x 35mm) System-on-Module
that acts as a building block for a wide range of products requiring low power consumption
and connectivity, while providing a superior multimedia experience with solid processing
power.  The development kit comprises of a state of the art connector-less carrier board
that interfaces the SoM via edge castellation for an added cost and size benefit. This
benefit of Price, Performance, Package and Power makes the Eragon410 an ideal solution for
robotics, infotainment, automation and control, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices,
including wearable technology. eInfochips also provides design services that help ensure
the seamless transition of software developed on the DragonBoard(TM) 410c community board
to the Eragon 410 platform for commercialization.

    Parag Mehta, Chief Marketing and Business Development Officer at eInfochips said,
"After the successful launch of our Eragon600 platform, eInfochips is now engaged with
several customers for new product development. With over 1,500 professionals involved in
hardware and software development, we are geared up for a great success with the
Eragon410."

    About eInfochips 

    eInfochips has more than 20 years of experience in designing end-to-end systems with
design centers supporting customers locally in North America, Europe and Asia.

    eInfochips is a global product innovation partner, recognized for technology
leadership by Gartner, Frost & Sullivan, NASSCOM and Zinnov. The 1500+ engineers at
eInfochips have contributed to over 500 product designs for top global companies, with
more than 10 million units deployed around the world.  

    Visit us at http://www.einfochips.com, or stay connected on LinkedIn
[http://www.linkedin.com/company/einfochips ], Facebook, SlideShare
[http://www.slideshare.net/eInfochips_Solution ], Twitter
[https://twitter.com/einfochipsltd ] and YouTube
[http://www.youtube.com/user/einfochipsindia?feature=watch ].

    To request information, contact marketing@einfochips.com

    Qualcomm, Snapdragon, Adreno and DragonBoard are trademarks of Qualcomm Incorporated,
registered in the United States and other countries.

       
         
        Contact: 
        Sooryanarayanan Balasubramanian 
        marketing@einfochips.com 
        +91-79-2656 3705 
        +91-9843051047 

     

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New Range of ASUS Zenfones Score 30K Pre-orders

MUMBAI, September 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

    - 30K Pre-orders Across its Recently Launched Product Line, Across 660 Cities  

    - Complete Stock-out With Zenfone 2 Laser 5.5  

    The 3 brand new ASUS smartphone devices (Zenfone 2 Laser, Zenfone 2 Deluxe and Zenfone
Selfie) launched earlier this month, were made available for pre-orders on August 19,
2015. Looking at the response, the company today has confirmed that it has received 30K
pre-orders across its recently launched product line. As per ASUS' estimates derived from
Flipkart, 30K numbers of pre-orders have been received from 660 cities across India.

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    After a huge success with Zenfone 2, the company plans to target varied market
segments; one being the people crazy about Selfies (Zenfone Selfie), and the other caters
to superior specs offered by the two devices; Zenfone 2 Deluxe and Zenfone 2 Laser.

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    As per the internal estimates, Zenfone 2 Laser dominates as the current consumer
favorite with the company seeing a complete stock-out of the device on the 3rd day of it
being available for pre-order. Laser 5.5' (black color variant) is the preferred color as
per the records, whose 10K units were booked alone. Owing to the unprecedented demand, the
company faced a complete 100% stock-out with Zenfone 2 Laser 5.5'. But given to the
consumer's demand, the company managed to refill the stocks and Zenfone 2 Laser 5.5' is
available for pre-order on Flipkart now.

    About ASUS  

    ASUS is a worldwide top-three consumer notebook vendor and maker of the world's
best-selling, most award-winning motherboards. A leading enterprise in the new digital era,
ASUS designs and manufactures products that perfectly meet the needs of today's digital
home and office, with a broad portfolio that includes motherboards, graphics cards,
optical drives, displays, desktop and all-in-one PCs, notebooks, netbooks, servers,
multimedia devices, wireless solutions, networking devices, tablets, smartphones and
wearables. Driven by innovation and committed to quality, ASUS won 4,326 awards in 2014,
and is widely credited with revolutionizing the PC industry with its Eee PC(TM). ASUS has
more than 13,600 employees around the globe with a world-class R&D team of 4,500
engineers. Company revenue for 2014 was approximately US$14.5 billion.

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INRIX Warns Drivers Of Potentially Dangerous Road Conditions With INRIX Road Weather

New Product Uses Data from Connected Cars and Weather Predictions to Improve Driver Safety

KIRKLAND, Wash., Sept. 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Even with recent innovations in steering, traction and braking systems, drivers still regularly face dangerous weather-related road conditions. Today, INRIX announced INRIX Road Weather, which provides critical information on road conditions, including updated alerts every 15 minutes. Unlike traditional weather services, INRIX Road Weather provides information on the roads themselves, including type of precipitation, surface conditions and visibility, among others. It is the first system to use real-time data from connected vehicles to report road conditions and alert other drivers of potentially dangerous situations. Road Weather is available today to automotive and enterprise customers in North America and Europe.

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Weather-related accidents have a huge impact on travelers around the world, leading to:

    --  7,000 U.S.(1) and 8,000 European(2) weather-related auto accident
        fatalities each year
    --  $18 billion in commercial losses caused by weather conditions
    --  25% of US accidents and 30% in Europe are weather related(3)
Despite aggressive improvements in safety systems, the best thing drivers can do is to avoid dangerous road conditions completely, but that's not always possible. Leveraging a broad set of public and private data sources, real-time vehicle sensor data, and forecast modeling technology from Global Weather Corporation (GWC), INRIX Road Weather keeps drivers and their vehicles informed of dangerous road conditions ahead.

"INRIX has been focused on making driving not only more efficient, but also safer," said Bryan Mistele, founder and chief executive officer of INRIX. "Road Weather is another innovative next step that continues our work to use massive amounts of big data and leading-edge technology to make connected cars safer and cities smarter."

The road condition information collected by INRIX is analyzed and transmitted to other vehicles and mobile applications giving drivers important and timely information on whether they should adjust their route or driving behavior well ahead of the problem. INRIX Road Weather can also help public transportation and road maintenance agencies be more efficient applying resources. Additionally, it can assist emergency service personnel in managing traffic flow before an accident occurs.

INRIX developed Road Weather in collaboration with GWC, the world's most accurate temperature forecaster in 2013 and 2014, as reported by independent analyst ForecastWatch. Combining the data available from in-vehicle sensors with GWC's algorithms to accurately predict temperature and precipitation on the road, INRIX Road Weather can alert drivers to dangerous situations before they happen.

"Global Weather Corporation has pioneered the global use of hyperlocal weather models to create forecasts even specific enough for vehicle applications. We are partnering with INRIX to leverage the power of real-time connected vehicle data that can further enhance forecast accuracy and coverage, which will ultimately improve driver safety," stated Mark Flolid, chief executive officer, GWC.

INRIX Road Weather is available now for automakers, mobile application developers and public sector agencies, and will soon be available in the INRIX mobile app. For more information please visit INRIX.com.

About INRIX
INRIX is one of the fastest growing big data technology companies in the world. The company leverages big data analytics to reduce the individual, economic and environmental toll of traffic congestion. Through cutting-edge data intelligence and predictive traffic technologies, INRIX helps leading automakers, fleets, governments and news organizations make it easier for drivers to navigate their world. Our vision is simple - to solve traffic, empower drivers, inform planning and enhance commerce. Whether through an in-car or smartphone navigation application, a local newscast or our INRIX Traffic app, our up-to-the-minute traffic information and other driver services help millions of drivers save time, fuel and frustration. INRIX delivers traffic and driving-related insight, as well as sophisticated analytical tools and services across six industries covering nearly five million miles (7.9 million km) of road in 42 countries. For more information visit us at INRIX.com or download our INRIX XD Traffic App for iOS and Android.

About Global Weather Corporation
To serve a world connected by information, Global Weather Corporation® (GWC) is transforming how weather forecasts are created, delivered, and used. GWC's artificial intelligence systems process the world's best weather data into forecasts that have been independently validated as the most accurate available anywhere (by ForecastWatch, http://www.bit.ly/1HHncFd). Our scalable web services deliver this information on demand for any global location, automatically configuring it to match the needs of each business and device (such as vehicles) we support. Our customers are large and small companies; we improve how they serve their customers, and make their operations more effective. For further information, visit http://www.globalweathercorp.com.

(1) 10-year averages from 2002 to 2012 analyzed by Booz Allen Hamilton, based on NHTSA data

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(3) 10-year averages from 2002 to 2012 analyzed by Booz Allen Hamilton, based on NHTSA data

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Web Site: http://www.inrix.com

CardioSecur: 22-Lead Mobile ECG Enables 360-Degree View of the Heart

LONDON, September 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

    Personal MedSystems introduces the first and only 22-lead mobile ECG system,
CardioSecur, at the European Society of Cardiology Congress 2015. The next generation of
ECG solutions can be run with a smartphone or tablet PC, 4 electrodes and the CardioSecur
App enabling the diagnosis and localization of cardiac ischemia, rhythm disorders and
posterior wall infarctions. Clinical grade quality readings allow a 360-degree view of the
heart and therefore new diagnostic possibilities. CardioSecur's technology has been
validated in several clinical studies[1] and is available in two versions: CardioSecur PRO
for professional use and CardioSecur ACTIVE for home use by patients.  

    The conventional 12-lead ECG has surely proven its worth in the diagnosis of cardiac
disease. Nevertheless the display possibilities of a 12-lead ECG are limited to only 65
degrees in the transverse plane. This might be one of the reasons up to half of people who
suffer from angina or silent ischemia, have normal ECG readings[2]. In Europe alone,
Coronary Artery Disease still accounts for 4 million deaths every year.[3] Symptoms for
myocardial infarction are often indistinct while about one out of three heart attacks
occurs symptom free[4] which makes precise diagnosis even more difficult. Next to modern
therapy options the need for enhanced diagnosis tools supporting physicians is crucial.

    Quality and accuracy of the mobile ECG solution CardioSecur has been validated in a
clinical study against standard of care 10 electrode, 12-lead ECG systems and shows 99.5%
accuracy.[5] Using only 4 electrodes mitigates artifacts to a bare minimum ensuring
maximum signal quality and exceptionally stable lead depiction. As the 4 electrodes are
placed on very marked positions of the thorax, lead misplacement, often consequential to
highly divers anatomies, is eradicated.

    Professional and Patient Version based on identical smart technology 

    CardioSecur has been developed by cardiologists in two versions: The professional
22-lead version CardioSecur PRO enables use in house calls, bed-ridden or reduced mobility
patients as well as emergency situations. The lightweight 50g cable is accompanied by the
PRO app which allows 10.000 minutes of ECG recording per 1GB via smartphone or tablet PC.
The full ECG report can be sent directly to electronic patient records or colleagues and
can be air printed. An automatic interpretation function is also available.

    --------------------------------------------------

    1. Drew, B.J. and B. Ide, Diagnosing ischemia from the bedside monitor. Prognostic
Cardiovascular Nursing, 1996. 11(1): p. 45-6.; Bonaventura K, Wellnhofer E, Fleck E.
Comparison of standard and derived 12-lead electrocardiograms registrated by a simplified
3-lead setting with four electrodes for diagnosis of coronary angioplasty-induced
myocardial ischemia. European Cardiology. 2012 Jul;8(3):179.

    2. http://umm.edu/health/medical/reports/articles/coronary-artery-disease

    3. European Heart Network and European Society of Cardiology: European Cardiovascular
Disease Statistics, Sept. 2012, 14

    4. Sheifer SE, Manollo TA, Gersh BJ. Unrecognized myocardial infarction. Ann Intern
Med 2001;135:801-811

    5. Bonaventura K, Wellnhofer E, Fleck E. Comparison of standard and derived 12-lead
electrocardiograms registrated by a simplified 3-lead setting with four electrodes for
diagnosis of coronary angioplasty-induced myocardial ischemia. European Cardiology. 2012
Jul;8(3):179.

    CardioSecur ACTIVE is the convenient 15-lead patients' version of the mobile ECG
enabling doctors to get data from the very moment patients suffer from cardiac symptoms.
CardioSecur ACTIVE can be used in patients with undiagnosed symptoms, high risk patients
as well as those who have had a cardiac event. While patients get simple instructions to
act and - if necessary - contact their physician, the ECG is sent via email to the medical
specialist for further use. Shared via a secure database helpful information for diagnosis
and patient management is generated.

    About Personal MedSystems: 

    CardioSecur is is an innovation of Personal MedSystems GmbH, based in Frankfurt am
Main, Germany. The high tech start-up company is financed by venture capital firms
Seventure Partners and High Tech Gründerfonds. Personal MedSystems received the ISO 13485
certification from TüV SüD in 2011.

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        Press contact: 
        Personal MedSystems GmbH 
        Maria Kevorkova 
        Hansaallee 154 
        60320 Frankfurt am Main/ Germany 
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        +49(0)69-210065-00 

     

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Ericsson and Altair to Demonstrate First Cat-1 Deep-Sleep Power Save Mode for LTE

Altair's FourGee-1160 Offers Cost-Optimized, Low-Power Communication for Terminals in M2M Applications

HOD HASHARON, Israel, September 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

    Altair Semiconductor (http://www.altair-semi.com), a leading provider of LTE
chipsets, today announced a demonstration with Ericsson, designed to illustrate LTE's
Release 12 Power Save Mode (PSM) attributes of Altair's FourGee-1160 Cat-1/0 chipset
within an Ericsson-populated infrastructure. The demo will take place at next week's Super
Mobility Week event in Las Vegas.

    "PSM is an excellent optimization tool for a variety of LTE power-conscious IoT
applications," said Eran Eshed, VP of Marketing and Business Development at Altair. "We're
trailblazing along with our ecosystem partners to bring these solutions to market. The
FourGee-1160 is the only true Cat-1 chipset in the market today. It is now also the first
to offer the PSM capability."

    PSM, as specified by 3GPP Release 12, enables terminals to enter a deep-sleep mode for
long periods of time after notifying the base station. This reduces significantly the
amount of power associated with frequent communication requests normally sent by the base
station.

    "Long battery life is a key enabler for large-scale Internet of Things (IoT) adoption,
and what's typically being asked for is battery durations of 10 years or more. PSM is
effectively addressing the challenge of battery life, enabling and optimizing a multitude
of IoT use cases  with relatively infrequent communication requirements between end points
and the network. It is a software upgrade only on the existing LTE network," said
Sebastian Tolstoy, Head of Radio Marketing and Communications at Ericsson. "This demo
between Ericsson and Altair will highlight the dramatic gains PSM enables, in terms of
battery time for applications like alarms, smart gas/water meters and other sensors."

    The demo will take place at Ericsson's Super Mobility Week Booth #4322 at the Sands
Expo in Las Vegas, NV, from September 9-11.

    About Altair Semiconductor 

    Altair Semiconductor is a leading provider of single-mode LTE chipsets. Altair's
portfolio covers the complete spectrum of cellular 4G market needs, from supercharged
video-centric applications all the way to ultra-low power, low cost IoT and M2M. Altair
has shipped millions of LTE chipsets to date, commercially deployed on the world's most
advanced LTE networks including Verizon Wireless, AT&T and Softbank. The company's
customer roster includes some of the world's leading OEMs and ODMs, such as
Hewlett-Packard, ASUS and D-Link, as well as the majority of Asian ODMs developing LTE
products for global markets. For more information, visit
http://www.altair-semi.com. Follow Altair on Twitter: @AltairSemi

       
         
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WD Makes Cloud Storage More Personal (And Private)

New My Cloud OS 3 Puts Control of Content into the Hands of Consumers with Greater Photo Sharing, Backup and Synchronization

BERLIN, Sept. 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- IFA -- WD(®), a Western Digital (NASDAQ:WDC) company, and a worldwide leader in storage solutions, today introduced significant enhancements to WD's family of My Cloud® personal storage devices, including a new, redesigned My Cloud OS 3 operating system, Software Developer Kit (SDK) enabling enhanced app integration and a dual-drive My Cloud Mirror personal cloud storage offering increased memory and faster processing performance than previous generations.

WD's My Cloud OS 3 features an intuitive user interface delivering a rich content-sharing experience, and back-up and sync capabilities that elevate the personal cloud NAS offering while retaining the privacy and control unique to personal cloud devices physically located in the home or office.

"We know our personal cloud customers place the highest value on their personal content and enjoy the peace of mind from backing up PCs, smart phones and tablets to and centralizing content on their My Cloud systems," said Jim Welsh, executive vice president and general manager of Content Solutions business at WD. "They tell us they are confident in the privacy, control and anywhere access we provide them with the My Cloud OS. Now, with My Cloud OS 3, we've made users' management of their digital lives easier than ever before."

My Cloud OS 3 features powerful new photo and video capabilities via two new user experiences: MyCloud.com and My Cloud Albums app. MyCloud.com provides users global access to their My Cloud via an intuitive web browser-based user interface and enables file collaboration, comprehensive access management and a photos and videos gallery view. My Cloud Albums, available for download late September on iTunes and Google Play stores, allows a My Cloud OS 3 user to send a link to a common location, or "album", on the My Cloud to all their friends and family.

My Cloud OS 3's new WD Sync(TM) feature syncs data across multiple PCs and notebooks, ensuring that important files are up to date and available to users from almost any device. The new OS also allows users to set up automatic camera-roll backup of photos from smartphones and tablets and offers a new transfer tool that enables users to easily and quickly move their files to My Cloud devices. The OS also includes Chromebook and Chromecast support.

As part of the My Cloud OS 3 launch, WD has introduced My Cloud Device SDK and My Cloud API enabling developers to build new extensions, features and capabilities within the My Cloud ecosystem of personal cloud storage devices. The My Cloud Device SDK, based on the Docker(TM) open platform technology, ensures developers can easily access and collaborate to create customized experiences. Partners already developing extensions and new features based on the new SDK include Plex and Milestone.

In addition to new software upgrades, WD has also introduced a new version of My Cloud Mirror personal cloud storage devices, featuring two hard drives set to Mirror Mode (RAID 1), ensuring content is stored on one drive and automatically duplicated to a second drive. My Cloud Mirror personal cloud storage includes the new features announced for My Cloud OS 3 and an improved processor and 512 MB RAM for faster file transfers and application support.

Attendees of the annual IFA Consumer Electronics Unlimited show in Berlin September 4-9, 2015, can visit the WD booth (#103) in Hall 11.2 of the Berlin ExpoCenter for a demo and hands-on experience with the new My Cloud OS 3, My Cloud Device SDK and My Cloud API.

Pricing and Availability

WD My Cloud OS 3 will be available at the end of the month as a free download on current My Cloud personal cloud storage devices. My Cloud devices supporting the new OS 3 include: My Cloud, My Cloud Mirror, My Cloud Expert Series EX2/EX4, My Cloud Expert Series EX2100/EX4100 and My Cloud Business Series DL2100/DL4100. Customers can also download the new WD My Cloud mobile apps, which are now available on the iTunes and Google Play stores. All WD My Cloud devices are available today in the WD store at wdstore.com and at select retailers and distributors. Access to My Cloud Device SDK and My Cloud API will be available to interested developers late September.

My Cloud Mirror will have a Manufactured Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of 4 TB $309.99, 6 TB $379.99, 8 TB $429.99 and is available for pre-orders today in the WD store at wdstore.com and at select retailers and distributors beginning on September 30(th).

This news release contains forward-looking statements, including statements relating to the estimated availability later this fall of the new version of the My Cloud Mirror personal cloud storage device and the My Cloud Device SDK and My Cloud API. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements, including but not limited to, the risks detailed from time-to-time in our Securities and Exchange Commission filings and reports, including, but not limited to, our most recent annual report on Form 10-K to which your attention is directed. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak as of the date hereof, and WD undertakes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.

About WD

WD, a Western Digital company, is a long-time innovator and storage industry leader. As a storage technology pacesetter, the company produces reliable, high-performance hard disk drives and solid state drives. These drives are deployed by OEMs and integrators in desktop and mobile computers, enterprise computing systems, embedded systems and consumer electronics applications, as well as by the company in providing its own storage products. WD's leading storage devices and systems, networking products, media players and software solutions empower people around the world to easily save, store, protect, share and experience their content on multiple devices. WD was established in 1970 and is headquartered in Irvine, California. For more information, please visit the company's website at http://www.wd.com.

Western Digital Corp. (NASDAQ: WDC), Irvine, Calif., is a global provider of products and services that empower people to create, manage, experience and preserve digital content. Its companies design and manufacture storage devices, networking equipment and home entertainment products under the WD, HGST and G-Technology brands. Visit the Investor section of the company's website (http://www.westerndigital.com) to access a variety of financial and investor information.

Apps, services, and other features are subject to change based on your location, software version, device model, and third party service providers.

Western Digital, WD, My Cloud and the WD logo are registered trademarks and WD Sync is a trademark of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. in the U.S. and other countries. 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. As used for storage capacity, one gigabyte = one billion bytes; one terabyte = one trillion bytes. Total accessible capacity varies depending on operating environment.

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World's First Integrated Thermocouple Electromotive Force to Degrees Celsius Converter from Microchip Saves Design Effort, Space and Cost

Industry's first converter IC to integrate precision instrumentation, temperature sensor and high-res ADC, along with math engine that supports most thermocouple types

BANGKOK, Sept. 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Microchip Technology Inc. (NASDAQ: MCHP), a leading provider of microcontroller, mixed-signal, analog and Flash-IP solutions, has announced the MCP9600 - the world's first thermocouple-conditioning integrated circuit to combine precision instrumentation, a precision temperature sensor and a precision, high-resolution analog-to-digital converter (ADC), in addition to a math engine preprogrammed with the firmware to support a broad range of standard thermocouple types (K, J, T, N, S, E, B and R). Thermocouples are one of the most ubiquitous temperature-measurement devices, due to their robustness and accuracy in harsh, high-temperature environments, and their ability to measure temperature over an extremely wide range. The MCP9600 simplifies thermocouple designs by integrating a number of discrete devices into one chip, which also lowers board area, cost and power consumption.

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To learn more about Microchip's MCP9600, visit http://www.microchip.com/MCP9600-Page-063015a. And, view a brief presentation, here: http://www.microchip.com/MCP9600-Press-Presentation-063015a

Thermocouples are widely used to measure temperature by the designers of industrial, consumer, automotive/aerospace and petrochemical applications, among others. The MCP9600 provides them with the world's first plug-and-play solution for creating thermocouple-based designs, because it eliminates the design expertise required for a discrete implementation, such as firmware development using an MCU's math engine. Designers no longer have to create precision instrumentation circuitry to accurately measure a thermocouple's microvolt-level signals, nor do they have to design ADC circuitry for precise temperature calculations. With the MCP9600's integrated cold-junction compensation, calculating the "Hot" junction temperature of a thermocouple doesn't necessitate thermal design expertise to precisely measure the reference temperature of the thermocouple's "Cold" junction.

"The MCP9600 is the only system-on-a-chip thermocouple-conditioning IC on the market," said Bryan J. Liddiard, marketing vice president of Microchip's Analog and Interface Products Division. "It offers customers a fully integrated, plug-and-play solution for a non-trivial application, saving development time and resources."

Other features of the MCP9600 include a temperature-data digital filter, which minimises the effects of temperature fluctuations, system noise and electromagnetic interference. Its shutdown modes reduce overall system power consumption, while its four user-programmable temperature-alert outputs reduce the system microcontroller's overhead and code space, while further simplifying designs. Finally, the MCP9600 comes in a 5x5 mm, 20-lead mQFN package, which further reduces board area and manufacturing cost.

Development support

The MCP9600 Thermocouple IC Evaluation Board (part # ADM00665) was also announced to enable development. It is available now.

Availability

The MCP9600 is available today for sampling and volume production, in a 5x5 mm, 20-lead mQFN package in 5,000-unit quantities. For additional information, contact any Microchip sales representative or authorised worldwide distributor, or visit Microchip's website at http://www.microchip.com/MCP9600-Page-063015a. To purchase products mentioned in this press release, go to microchipDIRECT or contact one of Microchip's authorised distribution partners.

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Microchip Technology Inc. (NASDAQ: MCHP) is a leading provider of microcontroller, mixed-signal, analog and Flash-IP solutions, providing low-risk product development, lower total system cost and faster time to market for thousands of diverse customer applications worldwide. Headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, Microchip offers outstanding technical support along with dependable delivery and quality. For more information, visit the Microchip website at http://www.microchip.com/Homepage-063015a.

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LG Adds Smart TV Content Partners, Provides Free Upgrade To 2014 webOS TVs To Deliver Even More Choices And Speed

DIRECTV Among New Full HD and 4K Ultra HD Content Partners for webOS Smart TVs; Speed and Layout Highlight Changes for 2014 TV Update

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., Aug. 31, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics USA today announced expanded content partners for its webOS Smart TV platform, including access to streaming Full HD and 4K content from DIRECTV without the need of extra boxes for DIRECTV subscribers. This new offering is among a host of other premier content providers, giving LG Smart TV owners more home entertainment options than ever before.

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LG also announced at no-cost firmware update for 2014 webOS Smart TVs to give owners virtually all of the new webOS 2.0 features that debuted on this year's new Smart TV models. Upgraded LG webOS TVs will offer an improved user experience with a more intuitive layout, convenient shortcuts, quicker boot-up time and even faster response when switching between applications.

The free upgrade is the first of such kind in the industry, demonstrates LG's commitment to offering consumers a best-in-class, customized TV experience with the latest and highest quality content delivered from a simple and fast interface.

"As more consumers embrace streaming content as a preferred method for their video consumption, our goal is to ensure LG smart TVs are offering the simplest, fastest ways to access content services," said David VanderWaal, vice president of marketing, LG Electronics. "Continuing to add high-value content providers, such as DIRECTV, supports our webOS brand promise of 'making TV simple again,' even on previous years' models as seen with our webOS updates."

4K Content for DIRECTV Subscribers with LG Smart TVs*
LG's expansive 2015 lineup of Smart TVs featuring webOS 2.0 will offer online access to more streaming content than ever before, including DIRECTV Ready and DIRECTV 4K Ready features. With the new service, subscribers won't need extra boxes in each room because DIRECTV capability is built into the TV. Select 2014 and 2015 LG Smart TVs will allow subscribers with a Genie HD DVR to enjoy a full HD DVR experience on each select LG Smart TV in their home without the extra clutter of extra set-top boxes. Subscribers with an LG 4K Ultra HD TV can enjoy new releases as well as their favorite classic films in stunning 4K with lifelike clarity, four times the resolution of HD. DIRECTV offers a variety of 4K UHD titles, including new releases, popular films and nature documentaries.

Select 2014 and 2015 LG Smart TVs will have the new DIRECTV Ready application by Sept. 2.

In addition to DIRECTV, other new content partners for LG webOS TVs launching this month include iHeartRadio and Rdio:

    --  iHeartRadio: The free, all-in-one streaming music and live digital radio
        service delivers instant access to thousands of live radio stations from
        across the U.S. and custom stations inspired by an artist or song.
        iHeartRadio also offers mood or activity based "Perfect For" stations as
        well as on demand podcasts, all from the comfort of the living room.
    --  Rdio: Rdio is a leading global music streaming service available in 85
        countries worldwide. Rdio's mission is to provide access to every song,
        on every device, anywhere in the world instantly, online or offline --
        tuned to you. Rdio's critically acclaimed applications combine the best
        of personal choice, social engagement, expert curation, algorithmic
        personalization and live broadcast radio.
2014 Owners Brought Up to Speed at No Cost
LG also announced that its 2014 webOS-enabled Smart TVs will enjoy a free software update on September 21, allowing current webOS 1.0 users to experience the improved webOS 2.0 platform introduced on 2015 models without having to purchase new hardware.

Consumers will enjoy the following new updates via the simple firmware update:

    --  Faster Performance: Speeds performance when launching the Home menu,
        accessing settings and loading applications.
    --  Added "My Channels": Allows users to customize their favorite live TV or
        set-top box channels on the Launcher Bar for greater convenience and
        quick access.
    --  Improved Quick Settings: Minimizes distraction from content with
        vertical "buttons" on the right side of the screen activated when the
        Magic Remote cursor passes over them.
    --  Updated Input Selection: Now includes this useful feature as a Quick
        Menu option for faster access to a variety of inputs.
    --  Modified "Live Menu": Updates the live channel list with a modern look
        and feel as well as more detailed information.
Further validating the exceptional Smart TV experience available through webOS, over a dozen 2015 LG 4K Ultra HD TV models - including LG's 2015 OLED 4K TV lineup - are designated as Netflix Recommended TVs under the new program that helps consumers identify televisions that offer a great Netflix experience and superior smart TV performance overall. LG Smart TVs were among the first 4K UHD models designated as Netflix Recommended TVs.

Owners of webOS 1.0 TVs who have the automatic update option enabled will receive the upgrade automatically. If automatic update is not enabled, users will receive a pop-up message on their screen to guide them through the easy upgrade process. LG's 2014 Smart TV series that will receive the update are: LB6300, LB6500, LB7100, LB7200, UB8500, UB9200, UB9300, UB9500, UB9800, EC9300, EC9700 and EG9700.

LG's webOS Smart TV platform is designed to make finding and switching between content options - including broadcast TV, streaming services and external devices - intuitive and fast. LG webOS features simple switching to let users quickly shift the  content they like, as well as simple discovery to help find new sources of entertainment from 4K partners such as Amazon Instant Video, Netflix(TM), YouTube(TM), now DIRECTV and many more Full HD options.**

For more information regarding LG's webOS Smart TV Platform, please visit http://www.lg.com/us/experience-tvs/smart-tv.

*LG DIRECTV Ready enabled TV Models: LF6300 and EG9100 LG DIRECTV 4K Ready enabled TV Models: UF9500, UF7600, UF7690, UF7700, UF8500, UF8600, EG9600.

**4K/UHD content delivery standards still being developed. Wireless Internet connection & certain subscriptions required and sold separately. Agreement to smart TV terms and conditions required to use certain smart features. Content and services vary by product and are subject to change without notice. webOS does not support Flash. In order to stream 4K content you need you will need a high speed Internet plan capable of receiving 20Mb per second of data.

About LG Electronics, USA
LG Electronics USA, Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics, Inc., a $56 billion global force and technology leader in consumer electronics, home appliances and mobile communications. LG Electronics, a proud 2015 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year, sells a range of stylish and innovative home entertainment products, mobile phones, home appliances, commercial displays, air conditioning systems and solar energy solutions in the United States, all under LG's "Life's Good" marketing theme.www.lg.com.

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GoPro Releases New Trim-and-Share Feature for Cameras and GoPro App

New Functionality Makes It Easier to Create and Share Short Videos Minutes After the Moment Happens

SAN MATEO, Calif., Aug. 31, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- GoPro, Inc. (NASDAQ:GPRO), enabler of some of today's most engaging content, has released a new feature that further enables users to effortlessly share their memorable moments captured on their GoPro devices. This smart new feature allows the user to create short video clips directly on the camera or mobile device for easy sharing. Simply press the Trim icon in playback mode, choose a 5-, 15-, or 30-second clip from any of your recorded content, and save it for sharing, all without transferring entire video files.

Read more about the new update to the GoPro App and on-camera trimming functionality on the GoPro news blog, The Inside Line.

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About GoPro, Inc. (NASDAQ:GPRO) GoPro, Inc. is transforming the way people capture and share their lives. What began as an idea to help athletes self-document themselves engaged in sports has become a widely adopted solution for people to capture themselves engaged in their interests, whatever they may be. From extreme to mainstream, professional to consumer, GoPro enables the world to capture and share its passion. And in turn, the world has helped GoPro become one of the most exciting and aspirational companies of our time.

For more information, visit http://www.gopro.com or connect with GoPro on YouTube, Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

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Expedient Attains VMware Disaster Recovery as a Service Powered Status

PITTSBURGH, Aug. 31, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Expedient today announced that its Virtual Colocation public cloud service has attained VMware Disaster Recovery as a Service(TM) (DRaaS) Powered status. A member of the VMware vCloud® Air(TM) Network Program, Expedient will offer DRaaS that drastically simplifies a disaster scenario with their exclusively branded Push Button DR solution.

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A disaster recovery plan enables organizations to have peace of mind that potential downtime and loss of data resulting from a natural disaster or equipment failure can be minimized. Organizations that want to minimize the costs of infrastructure and software needed for a secondary or tertiary disaster recovery site can utilize Expedient's public cloud as recovery infrastructure. By using Virtual Colocation, firms can save by using a subscription-based service instead of making capital investments into physical infrastructure. 

VMware DRaaS Powered status also enables organizations to quickly search for and identify service providers who provide disaster recovery services based on VMware technology.

VMware DRaaS Powered status is backed by VMware vCenter(TM) Site Recovery Manager(TM), the industry-leading solution that enables application availability and mobility across sites in private cloud environments. VMware vCenter Site Recovery Manager is an automation solution that operates with an underlying replication technology to provide policy-based management, non-disruptive testing and automated orchestration of recovery plans. This provides simple and reliable recovery of virtual machines between sites with minimal or no downtime.

"Businesses continue to shift applications to the cloud. In doing so, they are looking to increase availability and maintain stability of their critical applications. Push Button DR provides customers with a fully automated and orchestrated server and network failover that reduces recovery time from days to hours," said Shawn McGorry, president and chief operating office, Expedient.

"Organizations continue to seek ways to protect their operations from downtime and loss of data. With more applications, systems, and data to protect than ever before, having a disaster recovery plan in place is important," said Jim Aluotto, director, vCloud Air Network Service Provider Business, Americas Region, VMware. "We are pleased that Expedient has attained VMware DRaaS Powered status, and look forward to our continued collaboration."

Expedient sought VMware DRaaS Powered status in order to help ease consumers' minds as they shift to cloud based resources to satisfy their Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity objectives. As a VMware vCloud Air Network Service Provider, Expedient can now provide users with enhanced responsiveness and agility, and enable reduced IT costs through greater performance, availability and scalability.

About Expedient
Expedient is a network of nationwide data centers offering a wide range of managed services and network connectivity. Reliable data center facilities interconnected with a private 10 Gbps network enables Expedient to deliver premier colocation, cloud computing, network and managed services to enterprise, commercial, education and government organizations. Expedient's approach complements a variety of industry and government compliance requirements, including SOX, PCI DSS and HIPAA, supported by third-party SOC attestation.

VMware, VMware Disaster Recovery as a Service, vCloud, vCloud Air, vCloud Air Network, vCenter, and Site Recovery Manager are registered trademarks or trademarks of VMware, Inc. in the United States and other jurisdictions. All other marks and names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective companies. The use of the word "partner" or "partnership" does not imply a legal partnership relationship between VMware and any other company.

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AT&T To Offer Customers LG G Pad X(TM) 10.1 With DIRECTV App Included Starting September 4

GET LG'S LATEST INNOVATIVE TABLET WITH ACCESS TO THE NATION'S MOST RELIABLE 4G LTE NETWORK(1) FOR $17.50 PER MONTH FOR 20 MONTHS

DALLAS, Aug. 31, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- The new LG G Pad X(TM) 10.1 offers high performance and big-screen viewing with the new DIRECTV app already installed. AT&T(2) will begin selling the tablet online at http://www.att.com on Sept. 4 and in its retail stores nationwide on Sept. 11.

The LG G Pad X 10.1 is available in Brilliant Bronze for $17.50 per month for 20 months with an AT&T Tablet Installment Plan(3). You can add the tablet to a new or existing Mobile Share Value Plan for an additional $10 per month access charge.(4) You can also buy the device for $249.99 with a two-year agreement.(5)

Device Features

The LG G Pad X 10.1's slim, rounded metallic design delivers a large viewing area that is compact and comfortable. You can be productive and enjoy amazing browsing or entertainment experiences with the tablet's 10.1-inch full HD widescreen display. The display offers you true colors, sharp text and clear images in a lightweight, portable design.

The Dual Window split screen allows side-by-side viewing of two compatible apps, offering a convenient option for multitasking. By pairing an existing Android((TM)) smartphone to the new LG G Pad X 10.1, the QPair((TM)) feature(6) lets you answer calls, receive and reply to text messages and stay on top of social networks even when your phone is across the room. Enjoy improved e-Reading through Reader Mode, a solution that helps reduce eye strain by dampening the screen intensity often associated with LCD tablets.

Additional key features include:

    --  DIRECTV(®): The DIRECTV Everywhere app turns your tablet into an
        entertainment powerhouse. DIRECTV customers can watch live TV, the
        hottest shows and movies on demand and view your DVR playlist.(7) Set
        your DVR from almost anywhere, discover new shows, and control your TV
        and more.(8)
    --  Cameras: 8MP auto-focus rear camera. A simple hand gesture with the
        Gesture Shot feature of the 2MP front camera will activate a
        three-second timer countdown letting you capture perfect selfies.
    --  Operating System: Android 5.1.1
    --  Processor: The powerful 2.26 GHz Quad Core processor and 2GB of RAM
        delivers smooth videos, gaming and content streaming.
    --  Storage: A 7400mAh battery gives long-lasting performance. 32GB(9) of
        storage on-board, expandable by up to 128GB with available microSD card
        (card sold separately).
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"As the first tablet to offer the DIRECTV app, the LG G Pad X 10.1 is a game-changer for entertainment," said Jeff Bradley, senior vice president, Device Marketing and Developer Services, AT&T. "With the G Pad X 10.1 you can walk out of an AT&T store watching your favorite shows on DIRECTV, before the service is even installed in your home. Combining this with a high speed processor, Full HD screen, and the nation's most reliable 4G LTE network, the G Pad X 10.1 is a comprehensive mobile entertainment system at an affordable price."

Device Eco-rating

The LG G Pad X 10.1 earned three out of five stars on AT&T's Eco-Rating 2.0 system. The 2.0 system rates the social and environmental factors of AT&T branded handset devices and tablets. AT&T created the Eco-Rating 2.0 system to empower consumers to make better informed decisions when selecting a device. For more information about this device's rating, AT&T's Eco-Rating 2.0 System, and how you can join AT&T in making a difference, please visit http://att.com/ecospace.

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    --  View the LG Pad X 10.1 video: http://go-att.us/LGGPadX10-1HL.
    --  For more information on the G Pad X 10.1 visit: att.com/gpadx10.
(1)Reliability based on nationwide 4G LTE. LTE is a trademark of ETSI. 4G LTE not available everywhere.
(2)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.
(3)Req's well-qualified credit & 20-month 0% APR installment agmt. Eligible data plan is required & is extra. Deposit may apply. Tax due at sale. If wireless svc is cancelled, device balance due. Fees, other charges & restr's apply.

(4)Mobile Share Value plan min of $20/mo for 300 MB plan charge plus $10/per month tablet access charge. Other devices have add'l access charge ($10 to $40/mo). Fees, other monthly charges, overage, & restr's apply.  See att.com/msv for plan details.

(5)Monthly wireless service (voice & data) required. Early termination fee (up to $150) & other fees, charges & restrictions apply. 
(6)Requires smartphones with Android 4.1 and above. Bluetooth required.
(7)Subscription required. Limited programming available. Functionality varies by compatible device and location. Only select networks corresponding to your package selection are available for live streaming and may vary by location and device. Additional charges may apply. All functions and programming subject to change at any time. Visit directv.com/everywherefor complete details. Android is a trademark of Google. Functionality varies by compatible device. Only select networks corresponding to your package selection are available for live streaming. Additional charges may apply. Other conditions apply. Visit directv.com/everywherefor a list of compatible devices (sold separately), equipment requirements and complete details. GenieGo and HD DVR required. Remote viewing only available on certain devices from certain providers. Additional data charges may apply. Other restrictions apply. Visit directv.com/GenieGofor a list of compatible devices, equipment requirements and more information.

(8)Not all channels available. Standard programming fees apply. In-home live-streaming feature requires home-based Wi-Fi and connected HD DVR. Out-of home viewing requires high-speed internet connection. Content varies by device, TV plan and viewing location. Data charges may apply.

(9)Portion of memory occupied by existing content.

About AT&T

AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T) helps millions around the globe connect with leading entertainment, mobile, high speed Internet and voice services. We're the world's largest provider of pay TV. We have TV customers in the U.S. and 11 Latin American countries. In the U.S., our wireless network offers the nation's strongest LTE signal and the most reliable 4G LTE network. We offer the best global wireless coverage*. And we help businesses worldwide serve their customers better with our mobility and secure cloud solutions.

Additional information about AT&T products and services is available at http://about.att.com. Follow our news on Twitter at @ATT, on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/att and YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/att.

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Strong Rebound for Data Center Ethernet Switch Market, Reports Crehan Research

Robust Growth for Forty Gigabit Ethernet and 10GBASE-T

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 31, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- The data center Ethernet switch market posted strong growth in the second quarter of 2015, according to a recent report from Crehan Research Inc. The firm reported that revenues and shipments both grew by more than 10 percent, helped by strong increases from 40 gigabit Ethernet (40GbE) and 10GBASE-T (10 gigabit-over-copper) - see accompanying figure.

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"We continue to see more 40GbE data center switch deployments, especially from the hyper-scale cloud market segment," said Seamus Crehan, president of Crehan Research. "At the same time, we are also seeing strong adoption of 10GBASE-T from both the enterprise and tier-2 cloud service provider segments," he added.

Besides the robust performance of 40GbE and 10GBASE-T, Crehan's 2Q15 data center switch report includes these notable results:

    --  HP Networking saw the strongest quarter-over-quarter data center
        Ethernet switch revenue growth, while Arista Networks saw the strongest
        year-over-year growth.
    --  Cisco maintained its market share leadership position, accounting for
        almost 60% of total data center Ethernet Switch revenue.
    --  While all data center Ethernet switch types saw strong shipment growth
        in 2Q15, the Modular segment had the largest increase.
    --  Infiniband switch shipments nearly doubled year-over-year, resulting in
        a record quarter.
    --  In contrast with Ethernet and Infiniband, Fibre Channel switch revenue
        and shipments declined, both sequentially and year-over-year.
Although 40GbE data center switching is currently growing at a rapid rate, with shipments more than doubling year-over-year, Crehan's last long-range forecast report noted that the impending arrival of low-priced 100GbE-capable data center switches could significantly slow down this growth, especially in the hyper-scale cloud segment.

About Crehan Research Inc.

Crehan Research Inc. produces reports with very detailed statistics and information on the data center switch and server-class adapter & LOM/controller markets.  The company's reports are supported with rich insights and context to deliver increased value. For more information about Crehan Research Inc. email info@CrehanResearch.com, phone 650-273-8400, or visit http://www.CrehanResearch.com.

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Groundbreaking Update of be-on-road App to Change Standards of Navigation Apps Powered by OpenStreetMaps

be-on-road with native Android Design, Realistic 3D Maps and DashCam

BRATISLAVA, Slovakia, Aug. 31, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- With a new update to its GPS Navigation app, be-on-road has enabled drivers to provide essential evidence on the occasion of a road rage incident. The new version of be-on-road is the first navigation app in the world powered by OpenStreetMaps to provide realistic 3D maps in a native Android interface. The app is available on Google Play absolutely free of charge.

Starting today, users of be-on-road navigation can enjoy full-featured navigation based on OpenStreetMaps with beautiful design with realistic 3D maps and new premium features.

The new version of the app offers DashCam, which is becoming one of the most important car accessories. Road rage, the overtaking of trucks and wild animal crossings are but a few of the unexpected issues that can cause a disastrous crash on the road. Dash cam technology is one of the most dependable aids in pinpointing the perpetrators of vehicular accidents and the most reliable in providing evidence.

Using DashCam is straightforward: drivers can activate the feature with a single touch from the app's menu, place their smartphone on a car mount and start driving. The application will automatically begin recording a continuous loop with embedded GPS coordinates, current speed, time and date.

Another new premium feature of be-on-road, called TravelBook, allows users to keep track of their drives by logging journey time, duration, distance, speed, and accumulated height statistics.

Unlike other map services, map data for be-on-road navigation is stored on the user's phone instead of streamed from the Internet. Users of be-on-road don't need to worry about getting lost in areas with poor reception or running up against their cellular data caps while using GPS navigation.

New features in be-on-road:

    --  New High Quality Voices Including TTS
    --  Sharp Curve Warnings with Recommended Speed
    --  Railway Crossings Alerts
    --  Upcoming Speed Limits
    --  Alternate Routes
    --  3D maps
    --  New Search Bar
    --  Native Android Interface
New premium features (no additional costs for premium users):

    --  DashCam
    --  TravelBook
    --  Photo Navigation
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Maxta Expands and Enhances MaxDeploy Program

New Dell and Lenovo MaxDeploy Appliances to be Demonstrated at VMworld 2015

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Aug. 31, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Maxta(®), a leading provider of hyper-converged solutions, today announced an expansion of its MaxDeploy(TM) Program, which enables easy ordering and deployment of hyper-converged solutions that run on servers powered by Intel(®) processors. The expansion includes new MaxDeploy appliances based on Dell and Lenovo server platforms that will be demonstrated during VMworld at Maxta's booth #2205.

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The MaxDeploy Program, first announced a year ago, provides a simple and flexible way to deliver hyper-converged solutions on customers' choice of server vendors, including Cisco, Dell, HP, Lenovo, Quanta and Supermicro. MaxDeploy removes the complexity and uncertainty associated with acquiring and deploying software-defined technologies to assimilate hyper-converged solutions by providing pre-defined and pre-configured appliances that are pre-loaded with software and ordered and deployed as a complete system. These appliances are delivered to customers by Maxta partners leveraging partners' resource-rich portals for configuring, quoting and ordering.

"In response to the explosive growth in the hyper-converged market place, Dell OEM Solutions is pleased to support Maxta and their partners to help accelerate and simplify time to deployment.  Leveraging the power of Dell OEM, the MaxDeploy Program can deliver pre-configured, hyper-converged solutions on Dell PowerEdge servers to customers worldwide," said Ron Pugh, executive director and general manager, Dell OEM Solutions.

Intel PCIe attached Solid-State Drives are configured as part of these Dell and Lenovo MaxDeploy appliances, providing high-performance, leveraging NVMe interface and MxSP's improved flash utilization. By using MaxDeploy with the Intel Xeon(®) processor E5-2600 v3 family and Intel Solid-State Drive Data Center Family, enterprises now have the flexibility to scale their environment on demand without over-provisioning resources.

"MaxDeploy is an important element of Maxta's go-to market strategy, simplifying the ordering and deployment of our hyper-converged solutions. The expansion of MaxDeploy, as well as the availability of MxSP(TM) software for all server platforms, enables us to provide the broadest coverage of hyper-convergence in the market and the highest levels of flexibility and choice," said Yoram Novick, CEO and founder of Maxta.  "Our team is dedicated to continue to develop programs that empower our customers to embrace every benefit of hyper-convergence."

"Enterprise storage is experiencing a period of great transformation with the adoption of new storage orchestration software and non-volatile memory technologies," said Bev Crair, Vice President, DCG Storage Group at Intel Corporation. "Solutions like Maxta Software Platform help accelerate adoption of new technologies such as Intel(®) Xeon processors and Intel(®) SSD Data Center Family for NVM Express in the data center and enable the flexibility to choose from the most up-to-date server products."

Maxta continues to deliver on its promise of maximizing the value of hyper-convergence by further simplifying its adoption in the virtualized data center while increasing choice and mitigating hardware vendor lock-in. Additions of new server platforms, as well as expanding support from distribution partners such as SYNNEX, CCI and Westcon Group, allow Maxta to enhance its MaxDeploy Program.

About Maxta

Maxta maximizes the promise of hyper-convergence. MaxDeploy Appliances and MxSP software solutions provide companies the choice to hyper-converge on any x86 server, the ability to run on any compute abstraction layer, and the flexibility to support any combination of storage devices eliminating the need for complex and expensive storage arrays. The simplicity of Maxta's VM-centric solutions reduce IT management and lowers cost, all while delivering hyper-scale, enterprise-level data services and capacity optimization. With Maxta, service providers and enterprise customers can build private and public clouds based on any cloud orchestration software. Think outside the storage box. For more information, visit http://www.maxta.com.

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World's First Integrated Thermocouple Electromotive Force to Degrees Celsius Converter From Microchip Saves Design Effort, Space and Cost

Industry's First Converter IC to Integrate Precision Instrumentation, Temperature Sensor and High-Res ADC, Along With Math Engine That Supports Most Thermocouple Types

CHANDLER, Ariz., Aug. 31, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Microchip Technology Inc. (NASDAQ: MCHP), a leading provider of microcontroller, mixed-signal, analog and Flash-IP solutions, today announced the MCP9600--the world's first thermocouple-conditioning integrated circuit to combine precision instrumentation, a precision temperature sensor and a precision, high-resolution analog-to-digital converter (ADC), in addition to a math engine preprogrammed with the firmware to support a broad range of standard thermocouple types (K, J, T, N, S, E, B and R). Thermocouples are one of the most ubiquitous temperature-measurement devices, due to their robustness and accuracy in harsh, high-temperature environments, and their ability to measure temperature over an extremely wide range. The MCP9600 simplifies thermocouple designs by integrating a number of discrete devices into one chip, which also lowers board area, cost and power consumption.

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To learn more about Microchip's MCP9600, visit http://www.microchip.com/MCP9600-Page-063015a. And, view a brief presentation, here: http://www.microchip.com/MCP9600-Press-Presentation-063015a

Thermocouples are widely used to measure temperature by the designers of industrial, consumer, automotive/aerospace and petrochemical applications, among others. The MCP9600 provides them with the world's first plug-and-play solution for creating thermocouple-based designs, because it eliminates the design expertise required for a discrete implementation, such as firmware development using an MCU's math engine. Designers no longer have to create precision instrumentation circuitry to accurately measure a thermocouple's microvolt-level signals, nor do they have to design ADC circuitry for precise temperature calculations. With the MCP9600's integrated cold-junction compensation, calculating the "Hot" junction temperature of a thermocouple doesn't necessitate thermal design expertise to precisely measure the reference temperature of the thermocouple's "Cold" junction.

"The MCP9600 is the only system-on-a-chip thermocouple-conditioning IC on the market," said Bryan J. Liddiard, marketing vice president of Microchip's Analog and Interface Products Division. "It offers customers a fully integrated, plug-and-play solution for a non-trivial application, saving development time and resources."

Other features of the MCP9600 include a temperature-data digital filter, which minimizes the effects of temperature fluctuations, system noise and electromagnetic interference. Its shutdown modes reduce overall system power consumption, while its four user-programmable temperature-alert outputs reduce the system microcontroller's overhead and code space, while further simplifying designs. Finally, the MCP9600 comes in a 5x5 mm, 20-lead mQFN package, which further reduces board area and manufacturing cost.

Development Support

The MCP9600 Thermocouple IC Evaluation Board (part # ADM00665) was also announced today, to enable development. It is available now for $65.00.

Pricing and Availability

The MCP9600 is available today for sampling and volume production, in a 5x5 mm, 20-lead mQFN package. Prices start at $3.54 each in 5,000-unit quantities. For additional information, contact any Microchip sales representative or authorized worldwide distributor, or visit Microchip's Web site at http://www.microchip.com/MCP9600-Page-063015a. To purchase products mentioned in this press release, go to microchipDIRECT or contact one of Microchip's authorized distribution partners.

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