The 320GB HGST Endurastar J4K320 Hard Drive Family is Designed for Extreme Driving Conditions--Heat, Cold, Altitude Highs & Lows, and Bumps in the Road--Helping System Integrators and Manufacturers Create a Seamless In-Car Lifestyle Experience
SAN JOSE, Calif., Sept. 30, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- HGST (formerly Hitachi Global Storage Technologies and now a Western Digital company, NASDAQ: WDC) today announced that it is shipping its new Endurastar J4K320 family, a single-platter hard disk drive (HDD) specifically designed for the automotive infotainment and telematics markets. As HGST's sixth generation automotive HDD, the new Endurastar J4K320 family is based on proven technology, provides the industry's highest automotive HDD capacity at 320GB (220% more capacity than its predecessor) and is built to operate in extreme and varying temperatures and altitudes.
The requirements for automotive-class hard drives are quite different from hard drives designed for personal computers or other stationary consumer electronic devices. These drives must go through a stringent qualification process as in-car manufacture installations or after-market solutions can face the most extreme conditions--from high altitudes in the Alps to searing heat in the Sahara Desert. The Endurastar J4K320 operates at altitudes of up to 5500 meters (18,044.62 feet), supports an operating temperature range of -30°C to +85°C (-22°F to 185°F), and has improved operating shock tolerance of 300G (2ms) and a non-operating shock of 800G (ms) for extra reliability and data protection when driving on damaged or unpaved roads.
In early in 2006, HGST was granted a patent for its Thermal Fly-height Control (TFC) feature, which can compensate the head/media distance variations caused by altitude and temperature changes. In order to provide its customers with the quality level expected in the automotive segment, HGST has designed and tested the Endurastar J4K320 HDD beyond most industry specifications. The Endurastar J4K320 is HGST's second-generation automotive HDD to apply TFC.
"For many years, Mitsubishi Electric has turned to HGST Endurastar automotive hard disk drives to meet the needs of car multimedia systems," said Hiroyuki Morikane, general manager, SANDA WORKS of Mitsubishi Electric Corporation. "From the very first automotive grade models through the current Endurastar J4K100 series, HGST HDDs have met our requirements for excellent performance and high reliability. Mitsubishi Electric looks forward to qualifying HGST's new J4K320 automotive drive as we believe it is the ideal solution for OEM automotive customers who require high capacity and superior quality in a storage device. Backed by HGST's attention to quality, cost, flexible delivery and customer support, we expect the J4K320 to become the next chapter in our long history of a strong business partnership."
"HGST has been working with the automotive industry for nearly two decades to develop the right hard drive products for use in cars," said Brendan Collins, vice president of product marketing, HGST. "These onboard systems integrate a combination of entertainment (video, audio, radio), navigation, connectivity, security services, diagnosis and much more to help provide a seamless in-car user experience. The combination of these services, especially navigation, requires reliable and durable storage for the supporting application software, as well as the needed capacity to store end-user content. As our sixth generation automotive drive, our new Endurastar J4K320 drive family continues to deliver on the needed requirements, and provides long-term data stability and reliability for the automotive market."
The Endurastar J4K320 family comes in 320GB, 250GB, 200GB, 100GB and 80GB capacities, operates at 4260 RPMs and features a SATA interface for easy design configuration flexibility. The drive family is based on a standard 9.5mm 2.5-inch form factor for simple integration into many new and traditional system designs. This allows OEMs and system integrators to take advantage of its ruggedness, huge capacity, low power idle and low-RPM performance to deliver new high-quality, high-capacity, power-efficient systems for the automotive markets.
About HGST
HGST, a Western Digital company (NASDAQ: WDC), develops innovative, advanced hard disk drives, enterprise-class solid state drives, external storage solutions and services used to store, preserve and manage the world's most valued data. HGST addresses customers' rapidly changing storage needs by delivering intelligent storage devices that tightly integrate hardware and software to maximize solution performance. Founded by the pioneers of hard drives, HGST provides high-value storage for a broad range of market segments, including Enterprise, Cloud, Data Center, Mobile Computing, Consumer Electronics and Personal Storage. HGST was established in 2003 and maintains its U.S. headquarters in San Jose, California. For more information, please visit the company's website at http://www.hgst.com.
This press release contains forward-looking statements, including statements relating to expected availability dates for HDD and/or SSD storage products. 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 changes in markets, demand, uncertainties related to the development, introduction, and timing of products based on new technologies, and other risks and uncertainties listed in Western Digital's recent SEC filings to which your attention is directed. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak on as of the date hereof, and HGST/WD undertakes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.
One GB is equal to one billion bytes, and one TB equals 1,000 GB (one trillion bytes). Actual capacity will vary depending on operating environment and formatting.
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New Fluke VT04 Visual IR Thermometer's sharper resolution detects issues instantly
-- New troubleshooting tool features four-times sharper resolution and alarm features to uncover problem areas in seconds
EVERETT, Washington, Sept. 30, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Fluke Corporation introduces the Fluke® VT04 Visual IR Thermometer, the latest troubleshooting tool with built-in digital camera and thermal heat map overlay that bridges the gap between traditional IR thermometers and infrared cameras. Building on the extremely popular Fluke VT02, the VT04 adds PyroBlend⢠Plus with a four-times sharper resolution than the VT02 and automatic alarm features. It is the ideal frontline troubleshooting tool for electrical, industrial maintenance, HVAC/R, and automotive applications.
The ultra-compact Fluke VT04 is fully automatic with built-in intelligence, so issues can be detected instantly with no training required.
"Compact and affordable enough to outfit an entire team, the VT02 and VT04 are designed to be with you at all times as a frontline troubleshooting tool," said Fluke Business Unit Manager, Jay Choi.
The VT04 includes advanced alarm features for troubleshooting stubborn intermittent issues, including a hi-lo temperature alarm that flashes on the screen if the user-selected temperature goes out of the selected range; a time-lapse image capture that can be set to capture images in 30-second to one-hour intervals; and an auto-monitor alarm that initiates image capture automatically after a temperature alarm has been triggered, allowing users to automatically capture images â even while the VT04 is unattended â using the universal tripod mount.
It displays and saves images as full digital, full infrared, or in three blended modes (25, 50, and 75 percent) with 40 percent wider field of view than the VT02. Markers pinpoint hot and cold spots indicating the hottest and coldest temperatures on the screen. A temperature reading is provided at the center point. Images are saved to the included micro-SD card, eliminating the need to write down single or multiple measurements. The VT04 Visual IR Thermometer also has a rechargeable Li-ion battery.
Images from the VT04 can be imported into the included SmartView® analysis and reporting software, to produce professional reports that document problems detected or repairs made for management and customer review.
The Fluke VT04 Visual IR Thermometer is available now. For more information, visit: http://www.fluke.com/VT04.
Fluke Corporation
For information on Fluke tools and applications, or to find the location of your nearest distributor, call (800) 44-FLUKE (800-443-5853), e-mail fluke-info@fluke.com or visit the Fluke Web site at http://www.fluke.com.
About Fluke
Founded in 1948, Fluke Corporation is the world leader in compact, professional electronic test tools. Fluke customers are technicians, engineers, electricians, and metrologists who install, troubleshoot and manage industrial, electrical and electronic equipment and calibration processes.
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Fluke is a registered trademark of Fluke Corporation. The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners. For more information, visit the Fluke website.
For more information:
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Public Relations Manager
+1-(425)-446-5905
leah.friberg@fluke.com
Dragon Quest X Comes to NTT Docomo's dGame Using Ubitus's Mobile Cloud Gaming Technology
TAIPEI, Sept. 30, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Ubitus Inc., the worldwide technology leader in cloud gaming solutions, is excited to announce today the collaboration with Square Enix on NTT Docomo's dGame Cloud Gaming. Ubitus is looking to bring Dragon Quest X, one of the most popular MMORPG in Japan, to tablets and smartphones over Ubitus' cloud gaming technology, GameCloud(R).
Users will be able to enjoy the full feature of the high-end MMORPG on mobile devices through GameCloud's interactive remote streaming, using overlaid touch-screen user interface or optional Bluetooth joystick controller that provide both comprehensive controllability and mobility experience. The game is going to be served through NTT Docomo's dGame platform in Japan, starting on the carrier's popular Android tablet dTab in the coming winter.
"By leveraging Ubitus' distinguished technology and longest commercial experience in mobile cloud gaming, Square Enix is excited to bring our national flagship title to tablets and smartphones," said Tomoyoshi Osaki, Senior Vice President of Square Enix. "We expect a dramatically wider range of fans to become accessible to the world of Dragon Quest X through the partnership with Ubitus."
"Ubitus is thrilled to join force with Square Enix to bring their cutting edge games like Dragon Quest X to the consumers through Cloud gaming services," said Wesley Kuo, CEO of Ubitus. "Users can now share the MMORPG account information between cloud gaming version and other device versions. Both new user and existing user can enjoy the world's first multi-device play across mobile, game console, and PC."
About Ubitus Inc
Ubitus Inc., the technology leader in deploying cloud-enabled rich media services, offers innovative cloud computing solutions for device manufacturers, wired/wireless communication service providers, telecommunication operators and digital content developers. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, the company now has over 200 employees and offices in United States, Japan, South Korea and China.
Dragon Quest X Comes to NTT Docomo's dGame Using Ubitus's Mobile Cloud Gaming Technology
TAIPEI, Sept. 30, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Ubitus Inc., the worldwide technology leader in cloud gaming solutions, is excited to announce today the collaboration with Square Enix on NTT Docomo's dGame Cloud Gaming. Ubitus is looking to bring Dragon Quest X, one of the most popular MMORPG in Japan, to tablets and smartphones over Ubitus' cloud gaming technology, GameCloud®.
Users will be able to enjoy the full feature of the high-end MMORPG on mobile devices through GameCloud's interactive remote streaming, using overlaid touch-screen user interface or optional Bluetooth joystick controller that provide both comprehensive controllability and mobility experience. The game is going to be served through NTT Docomo's dGame platform in Japan, starting on the carrier's popular Android tablet dTab in the coming winter.
"By leveraging Ubitus' distinguished technology and longest commercial experience in mobile cloud gaming, Square Enix is excited to bring our national flagship title to tablets and smartphones," said Tomoyoshi Osaki, Senior Vice President of Square Enix. "We expect a dramatically wider range of fans to become accessible to the world of Dragon Quest X through the partnership with Ubitus."
"Ubitus is thrilled to join force with Square Enix to bring their cutting edge games like Dragon Quest X to the consumers through Cloud gaming services," said Wesley Kuo, CEO of Ubitus. "Users can now share the MMORPG account information between cloud gaming version and other device versions. Both new user and existing user can enjoy the world's first multi-device play across mobile, game console, and PC."
About Ubitus Inc
Ubitus Inc., the technology leader in deploying cloud-enabled rich media services, offers innovative cloud computing solutions for device manufacturers, wired/wireless communication service providers, telecommunication operators and digital content developers. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, the company now has over 200 employees and offices in United States, Japan, South Korea and China.
GOTHENBURG, Sweden, September 30, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
Fingerprint Cards (FPC) purchases key wireless patents from a world-leading patent
holder and thereby strengthens its IPR portfolio significantly. The purchase of a patent
portfolio consisting of more than 100 granted patents covering markets such as the US,
Europe and Asia include patents that are considered as essential for wireless
communication.
J rgen Lantto, Executive Vice President, CTO and Head of Strategy and Product
Management at FPC, comments: "This purchase is part of FPC's aggressive efforts in
becoming the leading supplier of fingerprint sensors for the mobile industry. Our existing
and growing IPR portfolio combined with the patent portfolio that we have purchased
ensures that our IPR position equals our world-leading fingerprint sensor technology and
market position."
About Fingerprint Cards AB (publ)
Fingerprint Cards AB (FPC) develops, produces and markets biometric components that
through the analysis and matching of an individual's unique fingerprint verify the
person's identity. The technology consists of biometric sensors, processors, algorithms
and modules that can be used separately or in combination with each other. The competitive
advantages offered by the FPC's technology include unique image quality, extreme
robustness, low power consumption and complete biometric systems.
With these advantages and the ability to achieve extremely low manufacturing costs,
the technology can be implemented in volume products such as smart cards and mobile
phones, where extremely rigorous demands are placed on such characteristics. The company's
technology can also be used in IT and Internet security, access control, etc. Fingerprint
Cards AB (FPC) is listed on the Nasdaq OMX Stockholm (FING B) and has its head office in
Gothenburg.
Fingerprint Cards AB (publ) discloses this information pursuant to the Swedish
Securities Market Act (2007:528) and the Swedish Financial Instruments Trading Act
(1991:980). The information was issued for publication on September 30, 2013, at 08.00
a.m. (CET).
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regulations prevailing in the particular jurisdiction. This press release does not
constitute an offer or an offering to acquire or subscribe for any of the company's
securities in any jurisdiction.
For more information contact:
Johan Carlstrom, CEO Fingerprint Cards AB (publ), +46(0)31-60-78-20,
investrel@fingerprints.com
RS Components Boosts Broad Portfolio of Microcontrollers with High-Performance ARM-Based Devices from Texas Instruments
OXFORD, England, September 28, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
Low-power Sitara range integrates ARM Cortex-A8 processors and
advanced 3D PowerVR graphics capabilities
RS Components (RS), the trading brand of Electrocomponents plc
[http://www.electrocomponents.com ] (LSE:ECM), the world's leading high service distributor
of electronics and maintenance products, has announced the addition of Texas Instruments'
Sitara(TM) range of ARM(TM) Cortex(TM)-A8 based devices to its extensive portfolio of
leading-edge microcontrollers.
Bridging the gap between high-end MCUs and mid-range ARM-processor-based devices, the
TI range of Sitara ARM microcontrollers combines an excellent balance of integration, cost
and performance and is designed to enable the creation of a wide variety of high-end,
feature-rich and low-power embedded applications. The Sitara MCUs are suitable for a wide
range of applications across many markets including home automation, industrial
automation, networking, enterprise/educational tablets and consumer products such as
portable navigation devices.
The series offers a range of performance levels and includes the Cortex-A8 based AM35x
family, which offers up to 1200 DMIPS performance at 600MHz, up to the top-of-the-range
1.0GHz Cortex-A8 based AM335x family, which offers up to 2000 DMIPS. The devices also
integrate high-speed DDR2 and DDR3 memory and a POWERVR(TM) SGX based
3D-graphics-acceleration subsystem to support display and gaming effects and for use with
advanced user interfaces such as Android. The top performer in the range, the Sitara
AM335x, is also used in the BeagleBone Black community-supported development platform.
The range has ample connectivity options and includes a high-performance LCD
controller with optional touch interface, CAN 2.0, USB2.0 and Ethernet/IP. In addition,
the family's Programmable Real-Time Unit and Industrial Communication Subsystem (PRU-ICSS)
allows independent operation from the ARM processor and enables real-time protocols
including EtherCAT, PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, PROFIBUS, Ethernet Powerlink and SERCOS, among
others, used commonly in real-time systems in automation, for example.
The range also reduces barriers to high-end embedded design with low-cost development
boards, easy access to robust software including multi-featured development tools, and a
large open-source support community. Support for Linux and Android operating systems is
available free of charge from TI.
The Sitara ARM Cortex-A8 based range from TI is available to order direct from stock
at RS Components for same-day despatch.
RS Components and Allied Electronics are the trading brands of Electrocomponents plc,
the world's leading high service distributor of electronics and maintenance products. With
operations in 32 countries, we offer more than 550,000 products through the internet,
catalogues and at trade counters to over one million customers, shipping around 44,000
parcels a day. Our products, sourced from 2,500 leading suppliers, include electronics,
automation and control, test and measurement, electrical and mechanical components.
Electrocomponents is listed on the London Stock Exchange and in the last financial
year ended 31 March 2013 had revenues of GBP1.24bn.
For more information, please visit the website at uk.rs-online.com
[http://uk.rs-online.com ].
PengPod Launches Funding Campaign For PengPod 1040, Triple Booting Tablet With Ubuntu Touch
PengPod the company who brought the first commercial dual booting tablet has done it again with the PengPod1040. The PengPod1040 can now TRIPLE boot. This powerful 9.7" ultra high resolution tablet can run Android, GNU/Linux and now UBUNTU TOUCH!
ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 27, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- There is some very exciting news coming out of Florida today! PengPod, the company who brought the first commercial dual booting tablet has done it again with the PengPod1040. The PengPod1040 can now TRIPLE boot. This powerful 9.7" ultra high resolution tablet can run Android, GNU/Linux and now UBUNTU TOUCH. Ubuntu touch is made so one can have the same friendly Ubuntu experience, but is touch friendly which has the ability to navigate the Ubuntu desktop without having to use a mouse and keyboard.
This unique product will transform the PC and Tablet world by merging both elegantly together to fit any lifestyle. Use the high-powered quad-core processor to play a favorite Android game or watch a favorite movie on PengPod's brilliant Hi-Def screen. After playing the game and wanting to get back to work, just switch over to Linaro OS (Ubuntu arm) or Ubuntu Touch. Now the capability to do anything work-related that would need a PC is right on the tablet like creating excel sheets, presentations, etc. The consumer can now have the best of both worlds thanks to the PengPod.
Why choose an open source tablet? Because this device is free from restrictions it lends itself to a world of possibilities. On top of being on the lower end in price, open source is completely customizable. The consumer can tweak the software to do exactly what they want it to do. Run all the office programs or even set it up as a POS amongst several other commercial uses. The possibilities are endless with the Pengpod 1040, the only limitations are those of the mind. Own Your Device! http://pengpod.com/products/pengpod1040
There is a twist though, this tablet will not go into production unless the PengPod 1040 Crowdfunder is met on Indiegogo. Once the goal is met, the funds are released to the company. The quicker the goal is met, the quicker they can start the full production run on the PengPod 1040, which means the consumer will be able to get their hands on one sooner.
The Crowdfunding goal on Indiegogo is $349,000, with the tablets starting at $249. There is an Early Bird special for the first hundred customers, the PengPod 1040 is just $220.
Why Crowdfunding? PengPod wants to be able to offer PengPod 1040 Tablet with the best software possible, at the best price possible and produce a quality product with an experienced, open source friendly contract manufacturer. To meet the hardware goals and guarantee quality, the need is volume. Furthermore, this is the second time to market for this company and they are now familiar with the demands of delivering the perks. Open software is the lifeblood of the PengPod and what makes it so versatile. There are many exciting, evolving touch based Linux platforms they would like to offer with the PengPod. Each of these will require time and effort, and with funding, will be able to make more of these available.
Xi3 says, "The wait is over" --Company will Reveal Additional Details about its PISTON Console on Monday, September 30
SALT LAKE CITY, Sept. 27, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Additional details about the PISTON(TM) Console will be revealed by Xi3( )Corporation at 11 a.m. (Mountain Time) on Monday, September 30, 2013.
Prominently highlighted today on Xi3's Website is a gray scale illustration featuring an outline of the iconic shape of the PISTON Console with an equals sign floating in the middle of the outline. Above the PISTON silhouette is a headline that reads, "The wait is over" with the date 09.30.13 featured below the image.
About Xi3 Corporation
Formed in 2010 and headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, Xi3 Corporation utilizes "The Power of X" to bring its building block approach to the world of computing and computer gaming, an approach Xi3 applies internally and externally to hardware solutions and software applications.
The shape of the three-sided single piece casing, the end plate, and the overall shape of the PISTON Console, as well as Xi3, PISTON, and "The Power of X" are trademarks and unique trade dress of Xi3 Corporation.
CONTACTS:
David Politis, Xi3 Corporation, 801-534-4403, politis@Xi3.com
Adonit's New Stylus Technology Is Precise To The Pixel
Adonit's Pixelpoint Technology Creates New Possibilities for Digital Penmanship
AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 27, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Adonit introduced their new stylus technology, Pixelpoint(TM), during Evernote's EC3 Conference on Thursday. The first stylus to be powered by Pixelpoint(TM), the Jot Script, is already on sale and the company announced plans for future Pixelpoint(TM) models including Jot Touch and Adobe's Project Mighty hardware.
"We've developed Pixelpoint(TM) to sit at the center of our next generation of styluses. As touch screens evolve, Pixelpoint(TM) is a platform to power styluses with the ability to work from my tablet, to my computer, to a collaborative wall," said Kris Perpich, CXO and Co-founder of Adonit. "Styluses sit at the center of visual creation. Until now precision has been the barrier to creating and capturing ideas intuitively in a mobile digital age. Through key partnerships with Evernote and Adobe, we look to build tightly integrated stylus experiences that change the way you use your touch screen."
Pixelpoint(TM) technology has enabled the first fine point stylus on the market with a 1.9mm tip which is 70% smaller than all other iOS styluses. The Bluetooth LE, accelerometer, and Adonit's SDK work seamlessly to place the ink point directly under the tip and improve the overall control on the screen. Pixelpoint(TM) technology will guarantee precision in every line, letter and signature.
While fingers and rubber styluses feel more like markers or crayons, Pixelpoint(TM) helps create a true digital pen. The tip's material was hand-picked to mimic the drag of a pen on paper, giving you more control and better expression in every stroke.
The technology works by detecting the unique capacitance signature of each iOS screen, and inverting the signature when the stylus sends its signal back. This allows users to quickly turn on the stylus and begin writing or note-taking without much setup.
Pixelpoint(TM) is compatible with all iOS devices, but the precision improves when using an iOS app that has integrated Adonit's SDK. The contact detection switch relays angles and coordinates through the accelerometer to the app, providing you unsurpassed accuracy on Bluetooth 4 devices.
About Adonit
Adonit is comprised of dreamers, doers and makers that have set out to build products that help remove the barriers between thought and creation. 5 guys across two countries launched the company with Writer, a keyboard & case for the iPad. Adonit's first stylus project, Jot, launched in 2011 on Kickstarter, where rave reviews from the design community generated $165k in excess funding. The Austin-based company has since sold more than 1 million of their award-winning Jots worldwide, and has offices in Grand Rapids, MI. and Taipei, Taiwan. Find out more on adonit.net.
LG Electronics Breaks Into New Audio Category With 'LG SoundPlate'
LG SoundPlate Combines Powerful Sound, Good Looks
DENVER, Sept. 27, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics USA today announced the LG SoundPlate(TM), an innovative new speaker system that features a minimalist design and provides a big audio boost for the home entertainment center. Shown for the first time in the United States as the 2013 Custom Electronic Design and Installation Association (CEDIA) Expo kicks off here today, model LAP340 helps usher in a new generation of home theater audio systems optimized for today's flat-panel HDTVs.
"The tradeoff for the ultra thin TV design has been smaller speakers, which has led to a surge in demand for supplementary home audio devices," said Jay Vandenbree, senior vice president, home entertainment, LG Electronics USA. "We're augmenting our already robust line of soundbars with the LG SoundPlate to give consumers yet another alternative for powerful home entertainment sound in a compact, attractive design."
Sound Quality and Design
The LG SoundPlate provides high-quality audio while maintaining a minimally obtrusive aesthetic. Despite a profile only 1-3/8 inches (35 millimeters) high, the LG SoundPlate is equipped with a robust 4.1 channel sound system complete with dual built-in subwoofers.
Its 120W output is boosted by a unique internal structure and LG's proprietary acoustic tuning system, which makes it easier to hear dialog and other discrete sounds when watching TV shows or movies. To further enhance sound quality, this unit features LG's Bass Port system, which reduces harmful vibrations from within the speaker enclosure. LG's Cinema Mode feature optimizes the LAP340's surround sound capabilities, creating an immersive field of multidirectional audio.
For additional functionality, LG's Sound Sync, which is driven by Bluetooth® capabilities, enables users to pair the device with other compatible devices, such as phones, so consumers can wirelessly stream music when in range. As an added bonus, this feature helps reduce cable clutter in the living room by pairing your compatible LG TV to the SoundPlate wirelessly.
From an aesthetic perspective, its low profile and sleek matte finish make it an attractive choice for any home theater set up. It is primarily meant to act as a pedestal, ideal for 32 to 55-inch class TVs, but is compact enough to fit in shelving units or TV stands.
The LAP340 LG SoundPlate is expected to be available through U.S. retailers beginning next month. For more information, please visit http://www.lg.com.
Designs, features and specifications subject to change without notice.
About LG Electronics USA
LG Electronics USA, Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics, Inc., a $45 billion global force and technology leader in consumer electronics, home appliances and mobile communications. LG Electronics, a proud 2013 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. http://www.lg.com.
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CONTACT: John Taylor, +1-847-941-8181, john.taylor@lge.com, Ted Maass, +1-312-397-6014, ted.maass@lg-one.com
Business and technology goes hand in hand, with the ever changing technology landscape
having a significant impact on the way businesses and workers operate. Innovations in the
last 10 years have been ground breaking, but there's even more to come.
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As a leading technology organisation, Brother [http://www.brother.co.uk ] is
continuing to push beyond the boundaries of what can and does exist. Over the years the
company has developed an array of wireless and wearable products, which have helped shape
technology in the workplace.
Wearable technology
With Brother's AiRScouter head mounted display unit, those that work in industries
requiring instructions, product assembly and the picking of parts or products can benefit
greatly; as the unit projects images and videos directly from your computer to your line
of sight.
This brilliantly designed piece of technology:
- Allows workers to move more freely whilst completing tasks, with repair
instructions being projected on to the glasses, leaving both hands free
- Simplifies logistics as items for example within a warehouse can be
visualised, displayed and located
- Helps improve remote working; freeing up both time and money
The wireless future
It's not just wearable technology that continues to change the way in which businesses
and workers operate.
Phil Jones, Managing Director at Brother UK predicts that by 2020, "more and more
people will be working on the move or roam working, so they'll either use a physical
portable printing product, or they'll be wanting to use cloud based print services".
Brother continues to prove its status as a market leading and innovative company with
their array of portable technologies, which includes label printers, portable printers and
portable scanners.
Along with their innovative line of products created for working on the move, Brother
continues to make top of the range products for the home and office, including; laser and
inkjet printers, A4 and A3 all-in-one printers, labelling machines, mobile printers,
scanners and fax machines amongst others.
Notes to editors
Brother UK Ltd. is an innovative and leading technology manufacturer specialising in
products for business, and those who work on the move. As a member of the Brother Group of
Nagoya, Japan the company has a wide back catalogue of products from printers, to sewing
machines and wearable technology.
Maxthon Brings Enhanced Performance and Superior User Experience to iPhone and iPad Web Browsing
New Updates Include Shake and Send Cloud Push and Localized Content in 15 Languages SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 27, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Maxthon, a global software company that develops state-of-the-art web browsers, today released an updated version of its iOS browser, featuring speed and performance enhancements, "shake and send" sharing capabilities and localized content in 15 languages. "Web browsing on iOS is the 'poorer relation' to an otherwise strong iOS feature set," said Jeff Chen, CEO of Maxthon. "Maxthon's new iOS browser fills those holes and then some. It's a faster, more convenient and user-friendly way to experience the web on your iPhone or iPad." Maxthon's new iOS browser also features: Superior Social Integration: With just the click of a button, easily share content to social channels anywhere and anytime from within the browser. Optimized Sharing, "Shake and Send": Push content to the cloud and access multiple sharing options, such as 'shake and send' that enables users to easily share content by simply shaking their device. Localized Content: Local news, content and services available in 15 languages will give users easy-to-access and relevant information on-the-go. Optimized One-Handed Use: Elegant features, such as the "Push Away Menu," allow users to easily view content and navigate the web seamlessly with one hand. "Every day the focus of web browsing and content consumption shifts away from desktop computers and more towards mobile," said Karl Mattson, VP of Maxthon's International Division. "Web browsers need to change to become more optimized for mobile. Maxthon's updated iOS browser is a reflection of our larger vision to shift with that migration and continue our history of making the web easier, faster and optimized for whatever device our customers use." Download Maxthon here About Maxthon Maxthon is an innovative software company that develops superior web browsers that continue to set new standards for speed, security, simplicity and cloud features. It is available on the Windows, Android, iOS and Mac platforms. With offices in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong, Maxthon reaches a global community of users that tops more than 120,000,000 people each month in more than 150 countries. Click here for more information about Maxthon Contact: Burson-Marsteller for Maxthon Sandy Choi Sandy.Choi@BM.com (+1)212-614-4757
Slingbox® 350 Now Available In The UK And Nordic Countries - Online And At Leading Retailers
-- Slingbox 350 Provides Live and Recorded Television Content Anywhere in HD-Quality on the Most Popular Mobile Devices
LONDON, Sept. 27, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Sling Media, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS), is launching the Slingbox 350 in the UK and Europe, and it will be available to customers through leading online and high-street retailers beginning Friday 27(th) September.
The Slingbox 350 is a completely redesigned retail Slingbox product, first introduced in the US market, that delivers best-in-class, HD-quality live viewing of favourite TV shows, sporting events, recorded programming and premium content to smartphones, tablets, laptops and connected devices.
"Slingbox is the best way to extend the entire living room television experience anywhere, and we're very pleased to bring this new model to European customers," said Michael Hawkey, Sling Media's vice president and general manager. "We've redesigned Slingbox from the ground up, creating one of the highest performing products on the market. With this new product introduction, Sling Media continues to evolve and disrupt the category we created."
European consumers are finding new ways to watch television, but are confused by the many options in this highly fragmented market. Only Slingbox delivers their entire living room television experience, regardless of where they are and without additional subscription fees.
With the SlingPlayer application, sports fans can watch their teams' live rugby, cricket and football matches -- on a tablet in the kitchen or on a smartphone in another country - in real time, as the action happens. Business travellers can watch their favourite TV programs or recordings and local news when they're away from home or while on holiday. Busy parents can catch up on recorded shows while waiting to pick up their children from school or during free time throughout the day.
Slingbox makes it easy for European consumers to watch their favourite shows on the go, using the portable devices they already own and love.
How It Works
The Slingbox 350 offers Sling Media's highest quality, proven "TV Anywhere" technology at a cost-effective price. The Slingbox 350 features HD-quality viewing on compatible devices, making it a value leader. The sleek, industrial design combined with integrated IR emitters makes it a compact, unique and easy-to-use addition to any home entertainment centre.
The Slingbox 350 replaces the Slingbox SOLO and joins the Slingbox PRO-HD as the two models available in the European market. To learn more about the Slingbox 350 and SlingPlayer software, go to: http://uk.slingbox.com/go/home.
Pricing and Availability
On 27 September 2013, the Slingbox 350 will go on sale in the UK, Sweden, Norway, Finland and Denmark and can be purchased from leading retailers, with a manufacturer's suggested retail price of £129.00/â¬179.00. Customers in other European countries can purchase the product through Sling Media's online store at http://uk.slingbox.com/go/home. Slingbox 350 will be made available on localised Slingbox.com websites by the end of Q4. European distribution is being handled by the following partners: ALLTRADE, TURBOSAT, Tech Data Computer 2000 and EET Europarts.
About EchoStar Corporation
EchoStar Corp. (NASDAQ: SATS) is a leading global provider of satellite operations and video delivery solutions. EchoStar's wholly-owned subsidiary, Hughes, is the world's leading provider of satellite broadband services, delivering network technologies and managed services for enterprise and government customers in more than 100 countries.
Headquartered in Englewood, Colorado, with additional business units world-wide, EchoStar is a multiple Emmy award-winning company that has pioneered advancements in the set-top box and satellite industries for over 30 years, consistently delivering value for customers, partners and investors through innovation and outstanding quality. Over the last three decades EchoStar's contribution to video technology has been a major influencer in the way consumers view, receive and manage their TV programming.
EchoStar's consumer solutions include HughesNet®, North America's #1 high-speed satellite Internet service, Sling Media's Slingbox® products, and EchoStar's line of advanced digital video set-top box products for the international free satellite and terrestrial viewer markets. For more information, please visit http://www.EchoStar.com
Sling Media, Inc.
CONTACT: Linda Haugsted, Bob Gold & Associates, +1-310-784-1040, linda@bobgoldpr.com
Penguin Group to Distribute eBooks to Public Libraries via Axis 360
- Thousands of digital titles, including DK Publishing material, to be available following successful test program -
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Sept. 26, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Baker & Taylor, the world's largest distributor of digital and physical books and entertainment products, today announced that Penguin Group (USA) LLC's ebooks are available to all public libraries and consortia using the Axis 360 digital media platform.
In Fall 2012, two Axis 360 libraries participated in a test program circulating select Penguin Group ebooks to patrons. As a result of the successful partnering with the Los Angeles Public Library and Cuyahoga County Public Library, Penguin is now making its full ebook catalog, including DK titles, available to all public libraries using Axis 360.
"We want to give our sincere thanks to the Los Angeles Public Library and the Cuyahoga County Public Library for participating in the test, whose outcome is that all public libraries will now be able to have access to high-demand content from Penguin Group," said George Coe, President of Baker & Taylor's Library & Education division. "It speaks to Penguin trusting Baker & Taylor. And it's an expression of Baker & Taylor's long-standing relationship with the publisher community."
Baker & Taylor will make Penguin Group ebooks available to all public library customers through its comprehensive Title Source(TM) 3 selection and acquisitions tool. eBooks will then be available for patrons to discover, download and read through the Axis 360 digital media platform. Titles will also be incorporated into Baker & Taylor's FirstLook new title notifications plans, and throughout the full range of collection development programs that Baker & Taylor provides its customers for title selection and fulfillment in physical and digital formats.
Axis 360 delivers digital audiobooks and ebooks for library users in EPUB, PDF and Blio formats to PC and Mac computers, laptops and netbooks, to smartphones and tablets running on Android and iOS, and to popular ereaders such as NOOK(®), Sony Reader(TM) and Kobo(TM).
About Baker & Taylor
Baker & Taylor is the world's largest distributor of books, digital content and entertainment products. The company offers cutting-edge digital media services and innovative technology platforms to thousands of publishers, libraries and retailers worldwide. Baker & Taylor also offers industry-leading customized library services and retail merchandising solutions. Charlotte, N.C.-based Baker & Taylor is majority owned by Castle Harlan Partners IV, L.P., an institutional private equity fund managed by Castle Harlan, Inc., a leading private equity investment firm.
Maxthon Brings Enhanced Performance and Superior User Experience to iPhone and iPad Web Browsing
New Updates Include Shake and Send Cloud Push and Localized Content in 15 Languages
SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 26, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Maxthon, a global software company that develops state-of-the-art web browsers, today released an updated version of its iOS browser, featuring speed and performance enhancements, "shake and send" sharing capabilities and localized content in 15 languages.
"Web browsing on iOS is the 'poorer relation' to an otherwise strong iOS feature set," said Jeff Chen, CEO of Maxthon. "Maxthon's new iOS browser fills those holes and then some. It's a faster, more convenient and user-friendly way to experience the web on your iPhone or iPad."
Maxthon's new iOS browser also features:
-- Superior Social Integration: With just the click of a button, easily
share content to social channels anywhere and anytime from within the
browser.
-- Optimized Sharing, "Shake and Send": Push content to the cloud and
access multiple sharing options, such as 'shake and send' that enables
users to easily share content by simply shaking their device.
-- Localized Content: Local news, content and services available in 15
languages will give users easy-to-access and relevant information
on-the-go.
-- Optimized One-Handed Use: Elegant features, such as the "Push Away
Menu," allow users to easily view content and navigate the web
seamlessly with one hand.
"Every day the focus of web browsing and content consumption shifts away from desktop computers and more towards mobile," said Karl Mattson, VP of Maxthon's International Division. "Web browsers need to change to become more optimized for mobile. Maxthon's updated iOS browser is a reflection of our larger vision to shift with that migration and continue our history of making the web easier, faster and optimized for whatever device our customers use."
Download Maxthon here
About Maxthon
Maxthon is an innovative software company that develops superior web browsers that continue to set new standards for speed, security, simplicity and cloud features. It is available on the Windows, Android, iOS and Mac platforms. With offices in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong, Maxthon reaches a global community of users that tops more than 120,000,000 people each month in more than 150 countries. Click here for more information about Maxthon
Evernote And Adonit Elevate Digital Handwriting With Fine Point Stylus
Adonit Jot Script Evernote Edition Stylus Integrates New Pixelpoint Technology with Evernote's Penultimate Handwriting App for iPad
SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 26, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Evernote and Adonit today introduced the Jot Script Evernote Edition Stylus with the smallest stylus tip on the market measuring 1.9mm. The Jot Script combines Adonit's new Pixelpoint(TM) technology and Penultimate, Evernote's award-winning handwriting application, allowing handwritten notes to flow as freely as your thoughts with unprecedented precision.
The Jot Script Evernote Edition Stylus was designed by Adonit to feel like your favorite pen.
Its refined metal finish, ribbed grip, fine point, and weighted hand balance all reflect the quality that Adonit styluses are known for.
"Adonit developed Jot Script to be the ideal stylus for taking notes. We've stripped everything away so you can just focus on capturing your ideas," said Kris Perpich, CXO at Adonit. "We partnered with Penultimate to focus on a deep integration of Jot Script into a great note taking experience. Our collaboration allowed us to step back and rethink the ideal digital note taking experience. It's going to bring back the lost art of handwriting."
In a first for any active stylus, Penultimate's digital inking features pair with Adonit's Bluetooth-enabled Pixelpoint technology for accuracy previously unattainable on any touch screen. With Penultimate's new Zoom feature, the interaction between app and stylus becomes dynamic. As the Jot Script's fine tip approaches the screen, Penultimate responds by enlarging the writing space for better visual feedback. And as the user writes, the digital paper drifts along with them mimicking the natural feeling of handwriting.
In Penultimate, notes taken with the Jot Script are saved back to the Evernote service where they instantly become searchable by keyword. Those same notes can be synced across other devices like PCs, smart phones, and tablets and easily shared with family and friends, instilling a new level of ease and utility into note taking.
"The Jot Script is the realization of what everyone who has ever used a stylus is hoping for," said Ben Zotto, head of Penultimate products at Evernote. "With Adonit, we've created a really satisfying experience for people who love writing, but are looking for the additional convenience and features of taking notes digitally."
The accuracy, experience, and fine point of the Jot Script Stylus are enabled by Pixelpoint(TM) technology. Combining an accelerometer and Adonit's SDK, the angle and location of the stylus tip is communicated directly via Bluetooth 4.0 to integrated apps like Penultimate. This allows the app to place the ink point exactly underneath the stylus tip at every position, creating a natural handwriting experience with guaranteed accuracy in every line, letter, and signature.
The Jot Script is powered by a standard AAA lithium battery and connects wirelessly to Penultimate via Bluetooth 4.0. With a quick and easy setup, users can go from unboxing to writing in Penultimate in less than two minutes.
About Adonit
Adonit is comprised of dreamers, doers and makers that have set out to build products that help remove the barriers between thought and creation. 5 guys across two countries launched the company with Writer, a keyboard & case for the iPad. Adonit's first stylus project, Jot, launched in 2011 on Kickstarter, where rave reviews from the design community generated $165k in excess funding. The Austin-based company has since sold more than 1 million of their award-winning Jots worldwide, and has offices in Grand Rapids, MI. and Taipei, Taiwan. Find out more on adonit.net.
About Evernote
Evernote builds apps and products that help people remember everything, work effectively and achieve personal and professional success. Privately held, Evernote is a global company headquartered in Redwood City, California with offices throughout the world. For more information about Evernote and its products, visit http://www.evernote.com.
For more information, please contact:
Rafael Gomez
Adonit
rafael@adonit.net
773-969-6172
or
Ronda Scott
Evernote
rscott@evernote.com
415-938-7469
New Bluetooth(TM) DAQ from Measurement Computing Use MCC DAQ with Android(TM)-Based Tablets and Smartphones
NORTON, Mass., Sept. 26, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Measurement Computing Corporation, the value leader in data acquisition, today announces the release of the BTH-1208LS - a Bluetooth-based data acquisition device designed for the growing tablet and smartphone market. It offers multifunction operation, Android(TM) and Windows® device driver support, Bluetooth connectivity, and is powered by rechargeable batteries. Demo apps for the BTH-1208LS are available free from Google Play(TM).
The included drivers and example projects let users quickly develop apps that run on Android-based devices like tablets and smartphones. With the wireless BTH-1208LS, the world of portable, Android-based measurements is a reality - adding more computing options and lowering the cost of DAQ.
The $199 BTH-1208LS features eight 12-bit analog inputs, two analog outputs, 8 digital I/O, and one counter input. The device offers both Bluetooth and USB connections and can sample at up to 1 kS/s in Bluetooth mode and up to 50 kS/s in USB mode. For OEM and embedded designs, the BTH-1208LS-OEM is a board-only version which requires user-supplied power.
For developing applications on Android-based devices, new Universal Library for Android(TM) includes examples for Android platforms 3.1 and later. Windows software support includes out-of-the-box TracerDAQ®, Universal Library(TM) support for Visual Studio® and Visual Studio® .NET programming languages, along with drivers for DASYLab®, and NI LabVIEW(TM).
About Measurement Computing
Measurement Computing is the market leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of value-priced data acquisition hardware, and test and measurement software solutions for both programmers and non-programmers. More information about Measurement Computing is available on the Web at http://www.mccdaq.com.
SUNNYVALE, Calif., Sept. 26, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Ruckus Wireless, Inc. (NYSE: RKUS) announced today that several of its Smart Wi-Fi products are Wi-Fi Alliance (WFA) Passpoint(TM) certified. To achieve certification, several Ruckus ZoneFlex(TM) access points (APs), including the ZoneFlex 7372 and ZoneFlex 7351 indoor APs, and the ZoneFlex 7762 outdoor AP, plus the Ruckus ZoneDirector(TM) 3000 controller and Ruckus SmartCell(TM) Gateway (SCG) 200 have demonstrated interoperability with other Passpoint-certified equipment and devices.
As one of the initial Wi-Fi equipment suppliers to be involved in developing the Wi-Fi Alliance Hotspot 2.0 Specification, which is the underlying technology for the Passpoint certification, Ruckus continues to demonstrate its ongoing commitment to advancing next-generation Wi-Fi technology.
The WFA Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Passpoint program ensures that APs and client devices comply with established technical specifications. Hotspot 2.0 capabilities are emerging in a series of releases, and mobile devices with Hotspot 2.0 support are now available in the market, including the Apple iPhone 5 and Samsung Galaxy S4 smartphone.
Hotspot 2.0 is focused on enabling a mobile device to automatically discover APs that have a roaming arrangement with the user's home network provider and then securely connecting to them. Wi-Fi roaming would apply anytime a mobile device does not see an AP belonging to its home network provider. A user could roam on a Wi-Fi network that is across town or on the other side of the world. Roaming partners can include MSOs, MNOs, wireline operators, public venues, enterprises, and basically any other entity that has Wi-Fi assets. Roaming can be accomplished with dual mode devices (smartphones) or Wi-Fi-only devices like tablets and laptops.
With Hotspot 2.0, the client device is equipped by an authentication provider with one or more credentials, such as a SIM card, username/password pair, or X.509 certificate. The device can then query Hotspot 2.0 capable APs to see if it belongs to a visited network that supports roaming with the devices home network.
"Ruckus is dedicated to driving Wi-Fi innovation in improving how people interact with wireless networks, and we believe the Passpoint standard will catapult Wi-Fi to new levels by greatly simplifying how people access wireless networks," said Steve Martin, senior vice president of Engineering, Ruckus Wireless. "Equally important, Hotspot 2.0 technology can help open up substantial new revenue opportunities for operators that aggressively move forward with forming roaming consortiums that could be made up of thousands of partners and millions of access points. These roaming consortiums can allow users to be automatically and securely connected to Wi-Fi APs in almost any location, and that's something we believe people will pay extra for--Wi-Fi roaming can be every bit as profitable and compelling as cellular roaming."
Historically, to connect to a hotspot, users have had to perform the arduous task of manually selecting from a number of Wi-Fi networks that may or may not be able to provide them service and perform the tedious process of logging in with their user credentials.
Using Passpoint-certified devices, this process is completely automated. Passpoint-certified mobile devices automatically select a Wi-Fi hotspot based on information advertised by certified Wi-Fi access points like Ruckus ZoneFlex. With Passpoint mobile devices and Wi-Fi access points, information is provided that tells which network is available for service and which hotspots support roaming with the user's home service providers. Once this is established, the user's mobile device will automatically connect to the appropriate hotspot while securing the link with advanced Wi-Fi security.
While working with the Wi-Fi Alliance on Passpoint certification of its products, Ruckus also has worked closely with the Wireless Broadband Alliance (WBA) to certify its Smart Wi-Fi products for interoperability with the WBA's Next-Generation Hotspot (NGH) and NGH service requirements. The operator-led WBA certification is a parallel effort conducted for mobile, broadband and cable operators so that certified Ruckus Smart Wi-Fi products can be deployed by such operators who implement the Hotspot 2.0 Specification from the Wi-Fi Alliance.
ABOUT RUCKUS WIRELESS
Headquartered in Sunnyvale, CA, Ruckus Wireless, Inc. (NYSE: RKUS) is a global supplier of advanced wireless systems for the rapidly expanding mobile Internet infrastructure market. The company offers a wide range of indoor and outdoor "Smart Wi-Fi" products to mobile carriers, broadband service providers, and corporate enterprises, and has approximately 27,300 end-customers worldwide. Ruckus technology addresses Wi-Fi capacity and coverage challenges caused by the ever-increasing amount of traffic on wireless networks due to accelerated adoption of mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. Ruckus invented and has patented state-of-the-art wireless voice, video, and data technology innovations, such as adaptive antenna arrays that extend signal range, increase client data rates, and avoid interference, providing consistent and reliable distribution of delay-sensitive multimedia content and services over standard 802.11 Wi-Fi. For more information, visit http://www.ruckuswireless.com.
Ruckus, Ruckus Wireless, SmartCell, ZoneDirector, and ZoneFlex are trademarks of Ruckus Wireless, Inc. in the United States and other countries. All other product or company names may be trademarks of their respective owners.
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Ruckus Wireless
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+1 925-367-5505
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DOVER, N.J., Sept. 26, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Known for designing timepieces with the perfect combination of style and technology, Casio America, Inc. is excited to announce the availability of its latest EDIFICE timepiece, the EFR529. With a unique design, Casio's EFR529 is suitable for any man's lifestyle making it the ideal accessory for a meeting in the boardroom or a relaxing day at home.
"Casio is committed to providing men with all-encompassing timepieces that meet their wants and needs whether at work or at home," said Shigenori Itoh, Chairman and CEO of Casio America, Inc. "We are proud to introduce the new EFR529 to our EDIFICE collection. With its unique style, it will add style and functionality to any man's wardrobe."
Casio's EFR529 features a stainless steel case, date display and a 1/10(th) second chronograph capability. Chronograph functionality is highlighted by three sub-dials at the 6, 9 and 12 o'clock positions which indicate chronograph minute, second and 1/10(th) second measurement. . The EFR529 also provides water resistance up to 100 meters, giving consumers the option to wear it during water-related sports and activities.
The EFR529 will be available in two band styles giving men a choice depending on their personal style. The EFR529D-1A9 is bounded by a striking stainless steel band and features a black watch face with orange and white accents, whereas the EFR529-7A features a comfortable black resin band with a grey watch face and green and white accents.
Casio's EFR529 models are now available at select retailers' nationwide. The EFR529D-1A9 is available for a MSRP of $170, while the EFR529-7A is available for a MSRP of $150. For additional information on Casio's EDIFICEmen's watch collection, please visit http://www.Edifice.Casio.com.
About Casio America, Inc.
Casio America, Inc., Dover, N.J., is the U.S. subsidiary of Casio Computer Co., Ltd., Tokyo, Japan, one of the world's leading manufacturers of consumer electronics and business equipment solutions. Established in 1957, Casio America, Inc. markets calculators, keyboards, digital cameras, mobile presentation devices, disc title and label printers, watches, cash registers and other consumer electronic products. Casio has strived to fulfill its corporate creed of "creativity and contribution" through the introduction of innovative and imaginative products. For more information, visit http://www.casiousa.com.
New Rugged Universal Smartphone Holster Launched by StatGear on Kickstarter.com
Heavy duty holster is patent pending, made in the USA
NEW YORK, Sept. 26, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- StatGear's new Tech Division has launched their new R.U.S.H. Rugged Universal Smartphone Holster on Kickstarter.com. The patent pending R.U.S.H. Rugged Universal Smartphone Holster by StatGear was developed to be the last smartphone holster you will ever need.
Created by Avi Goldstein, a NY City Paramedic and founder of StatGear, this heavy duty holster was designed from a solid ABS plastic and engineered as a rugged holster to include hardcore rib structure, wall thickness and hardware choices so it will last the test of time. The R.U.S.H. Rugged Universal Smartphone Holster is going to be made in the U.S.A and will have a 'No Worries Lifetime Guarantee' so you can rest assured your modest investment is well protected.
You may wonder what makes this smartphone holster different from the other rugged plastic holsters currently on the market. Well, currently if you want to protect your expensive smartphone you will invest in a strong case which may come with a compatible holster for additional cost. The R.U.S.H. was engineered to have three screws which would be adjusted to fit your smartphone whether you use a smartphone case or not, and then it's set to fit your phone until you upgrade. At that point you modify the size with those same three screws and you're good to go.
What also makes the R.U.S.H. Rugged Universal Smartphone Holster quite unique is that it doesn't rely on a flimsy spring clip but rather was engineered with a patent-pending elastic band technology that is housed within the body of the R.U.S.H. which keeps your smartphone tightly secured in the holster. When you want to take your phone out you just push your phone downward thus lengthening the case opening for you to easily take your phone out. To return your phone you just angle the bottom into the holster, push down to lengthen the holster and snap it back into place.
"I designed the R.U.S.H. out of necessity," says Goldstein. "I was tired of spending tons of money for a case for my smartphone that had a lousy clip holding it in. I would go through holsters like water and then upgrade my phone and have to start all over again with a new case and holster. This patent-pending design allows you to use this heavy duty holster with 95% off all smartphones by itself or with any of the popular cases on the market. It could literally be the last smartphone holster you will ever need."
Brother(TM) introduces innovative new holographic security label, giving customers multiple ways to verify the authenticity of Brother consumables prior to purchase.
BRIDGEWATER, N.J., Sept. 26, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Brother International Corporation has introduced an innovative holographic security label that gives customers the ability to identify genuine Brother consumables at the point of purchase - before they buy. The label will begin appearing in October 2013 on packaging for ink cartridges, toner cartridges and drum units for Brother Printers and All-in-Ones.
Along with the continued, aggressive legal action against counterfeiters, the new security label is critical to the Brother Group's active approach to combating the availability of inferior counterfeit Brother consumables.
Until now, there was no practical method for customers to distinguish between high-quality, genuine Brother consumables and inferior, trademark-infringing counterfeits prior to their purchase. Consequently, some customers may have experienced poor product performance or outright product failure, likely caused by the counterfeit consumables they unwittingly bought.
In an effort to limit consumer exposure to low-quality counterfeit products, Brother has adopted a revolutionary holographic security label, developed by E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company Inc., (Wilmington DE, USA, CEO: Ellen J. Kullman), as well as an all-new online authentication system.
Each security label has two holograms that provide definitive visual authentication, and the online authentication system allows users to verify the authenticity of the product in hand by scanning a Data Matrix code with a smartphone or entering the unique product identification number at http://www.brother.com/id/. The online authentication system features the additional functionality of empowering consumers to report suspicious or counterfeit products directly to Brother Group, resulting in quick action to eliminate counterfeit products from the market.
"Brother is pleased to leverage this authentication technology to instill customers with confidence that they are purchasing high-quality, reliable, genuine Brother consumables," said Mr. Tadashi Ishiguro, President of Brother International Corporation. "Customers gain true peace of mind from immediate, on-site authentication, while Brother gains the ability to move swiftly to address suspected cases of counterfeit sales and distribution.(" )
About Brother
Brother International Corporation is one of the premier providers of products for the home, home office and office. The U.S. corporate office in Bridgewater, N. J., was established on April 21, 1954 and currently markets many industrial products, home appliances and business products manufactured by its parent company, Brother Industries, Ltd. of Nagoya, Japan.
These products include an award-winning line of Multi-Function Center(®) machines and printers. Brother also provides the number-one line of facsimile machines in the U.S. and is the leader in electronic labeling, with its full line of P-touch(®) Electronic Labeling Systems. For more information you can visit the website at http://www.brother.com.
KUNMING, China, Sept. 26, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- A major advertisement with the tagline "Are You Ready For Your First Wearable Computer EYETOP?" rolled across the giant screen overlooking New York's Times Square on Sept. 26, drawing much interest and attention from the industry and from many consumers.
As the most promising sunrise industry in the future, technology giants including Google have, one after the other, aggressively developed various wearable products. The United States Patent and Trademark Office recently witnessed a new registered trademark for the wearable device EYETOP from OLiGHTEK in China. The wearable computer is one of their main research and development products. In the near future, in consideration of international market competition, there will be a new business unit created. Stay tuned.
What is a wearable computer? Why EYETOP? The trademark registration of EYETOP was undertaken to establish protection at the point of registration. With global registrations in place, plans are set for EYETOP to enter the market and for promotion of the concept to be rolled out. What are the differences between EYETOP and Google Glass?
Winsum Ji, the president of EYETOP, explained, "A wearable computer is one kind of wearable device. The first computers that could be placed on a desk were called desktops, then, later on, when notebook computers were launched, they were called laptops. The EYETOP is a natural continuation of that concept. The device integrates a computer display and computing into a pair of glasses, and consumers can surf the net, play games, do some business once they don a pair."
Mr. Ji continued, "EYETOP has a complete computer architecture, and can provide common computer functionality including games, movies and email, eliminating the need for any other supplementary devices, for example, cellphones. The various new wearable technologies differentiate the EYETOP from cellphones and tablet PCs. It delivers new human-computer interactions that don't require the input of users, giving the user using a computing device a sense of freedom that was never before achievable."
"There are already many wearable devices available on the market; however, the functionality of what is available quickly shows how big a challenge the concept is. EYETOP boasts very clear advantages in terms of display. It is the world's first to use the 0.5 inch micro AMOLED micro-display technology - a technology that delivers 2000ppi precision, providing screen effects of 20 meters, 550 inches. What's more unique and amazing is that the EYETOP has all-new parallel true 3D features," Ji added.
As the first all-in-one computer among all wearable devices, EYETOP undoubtedly breathes some fresh air into the severely homogenized electronics market. The arrival of the EYETOP heralds the beginning of a new era in wearable devices and is expected to open the door to a torrent of fresh ideas and new innovations.
It's the highly awarded AirPlay(R) wireless speaker Allroom Air One which is available
on the shelves at Apple Stores. Allroom Air One is a compact and powerful wireless
speaker, loaded with the latest technology and elegant leather design.
"We are really pleased that we now are represented in Apple Store", says Audio Pro
president Stefan Pantzar. "It's is an acknowledgment to our quality, both in sound and
design."
AUDIO PRO is a Swedish audio company with deep roots in hi-fi tradition, which
promotes the best in Scandinavian audio design. Audio Pro has engineered and designed
loudspeakers since 1978, and today exports to over 30 countries. In the 70s Audio Pro
launched several powered speaker designs which have become milestones in the history of
loudspeaker development. Audio Pro continues to evolve as a strong, highly innovative
company leading the development of powered loudspeaker technology with wireless
possibilities.
The pocket-sized keyboard uses Near Field Communication (NFC) to pair instantly with
Android smartphones, allowing instant access to the keypad's large-scale set of
QWERTY-arranged physical keys.
Built for power typists who crave physical keys for speed and accuracy, the One2Touch
SoftPad C1 lets users simply unfold the keypad, touch their Android smartphone onto it and
start typing.
Instant workstation
Unfolding the three panels of the Softpad C1 reveals left and right key banks and a
landing pad for the smartphone to rest on (called the device cradle). The keypad's clasp
serves as a kickstand for the device cradle, giving angle and elevation to Android
smartphones up to five inches. With the device elevated and angled - above the keyboard -
the Softpad C1 has the stance of a traditional laptop, with a tiny footprint the suits the
slimmest airplane tray table or bench space.
Touch and type - instantly
NFC devices connect by being tapped together or placed in close proximity to each
other. One2Touch Softpad C1 users simply touch their Android device down onto the keypad's
device cradle and start typing - instantly. The phone and keypad pair instantly any time
the phone is placed on the device cradle.
Low battery drain
Connecting via NFC means the One2Touch Softpad C1 draws minimal battery from the
smartphone. Completely wireless, the Softpad C1's lifelong battery requires no charging.
Availability
The One2Touch Softpad C1 is now in production, and One2Touch is securing distribution
in the North American and European markets. To learn more about when the Softpad C1 will
be available in your market, visit http://www.one2touch.com. The original One2Touch
keypad, the Softpad S1, is at retail now, at Brookstone
[http://www.brookstone.com/nfc-android-keyboard ].
Tester program
One2Touch is looking for testers and reviewers. US-based journalists and bloggers
wishing to test or review a One2touch device can register their interest at http://www.one2touch.com.
Microsemi Announces Availability of Its Low-cost IGLOO2 FPGA Evaluation Kit with PCI Express Demo Designs and Tutorials
Offered at an Introductory Price of $99, Low-cost Evaluation Kit Will be Highlighted at Company's Upcoming Worldwide IGLOO2 FPGA Seminar Series
ALISO VIEJO, Calif., Sept. 26, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Microsemi Corporation (Nasdaq: MSCC), a leading provider of semiconductor solutions differentiated by power, security, reliability and performance, today announced the availability of its low-cost IGLOO(®)2 FPGA Evaluation Kit, providing customers with a PCI(® )Express (PCIe) compliant form factor evaluation platform. This full feature kit enables designers to quickly evaluate the integration, low power, security, instant-on and high reliability features of Microsemi's recently announced IGLOO2 FPGAs.
The IGLOO2 FPGA Evaluation Kit includes a PCIe control plane demonstration design that streamlines and accelerates the development of transceiver I/O-based FPGA designs to build PCIe and Gigabit Ethernet based systems. As the kit is PCI Express form factor compliant, it allows for design, evaluation and development using a standard laptop with an ExpressCard slot or a desktop with a PCIe slot. Designers can also explore the high performance memory system (HPMS) capabilities of IGLOO2 FPGAs.
"This low-cost platform enables evaluation and prototyping of our newest FPGA family and offers full access to common electrical interfaces including PCIe, which are requirements for many mainstream applications," said Paul Ekas, vice president of Marketing for SoC products at Microsemi. "The kit also includes methods to perform power measurements on our industry-leading low power IGLOO2 FPGA. This is an important feature when designing products where low power is a critical factor."
The IGLOO2 FPGA Evaluation Kit features the 12K logic element M2GL010T-1FGG484 device and includes an RJ45 interface to 10/100/1000 Ethernet, Full-Duplex SERDES SMAs, 512MB of LPDDR, 64MB SPI Flash, USB-UART connections as well as I2C, SPI and GPIO headers. The kit includes a 12 volt (V) power supply but can also be powered via the PCIe edge connector and a FlashPro4 JTAG programmer for programming and debugging. The kit allows for development and testing of PCIe Gen2 x1 lane designs, as well as testing of the FPGA transceiver's signal quality using full-duplex SERDES SMA pairs. Test points are conveniently pulled out to allow easy power measurements using a standard digital multi-meter.
Worldwide IGLOO2 Seminar Series
Microsemi, in conjunction with its worldwide distribution partners, will be hosting a series of seminars globally. These seminars will include hands-on training with the IGLOO2 FPGA Evaluation Kit and Libero System-on-Chip (SoC) software. Dates for these events will be published on the events calendar at http://www.microsemi.com.
About IGLOO2 FPGAs
Microsemi's IGLOO2 FPGAs continue the company's focus on addressing the needs of today's cost-optimized FPGA market by providing a LUT-based fabric, 5G transceiver, high speed GPIO, block RAM, high-performance memory subsystem, and DSP blocks in a differentiated, cost and power optimized architecture. This next generation IGLOO2 architecture offers up to five times more logic density and three times more fabric performance than its predecessors and combines a non-volatile Flash-based fabric with the highest number of general purpose I/O, 5G SERDES interfaces and PCIe end points when compared to other products in its class. IGLOO2 FPGAs offer best-in-class feature integration coupled with the lowest power, highest reliability and most advanced security in the industry.
Pricing and Availability
The IGLOO2 FPGA Evaluation Kit, M2GL-EVAL-KIT, is available for ordering now at an introductory price of $99 for the first 1,000 orders. The kit includes Microsemi's Libero SoC Gold Software License. The toolset is a comprehensive software toolset for designing with Microsemi FPGAs and SoC FPGAs. Libero SoC supports the IGLOO2 FPGA family by managing the entire design flow from design entry, synthesis and simulation, through place-and-route, timing and power analysis. It also enables FPGA development and utilization of the reference designs made available with the kit.
About Microsemi
Microsemi Corporation (Nasdaq: MSCC) offers a comprehensive portfolio of semiconductor and system solutions for communications, defense & security, aerospace and industrial markets. Products include high-performance and radiation-hardened analog mixed-signal integrated circuits, FPGAs, SoCs and ASICs; power management products; timing and voice processing devices; RF solutions; discrete components; security technologies and scalable anti-tamper products; Power-over-Ethernet ICs and midspans; as well as custom design capabilities and services. Microsemi is headquartered in Aliso Viejo, Calif., and has approximately 3,000 employees globally. Learn more at http://www.microsemi.com.
Microsemi and the Microsemi logo are registered trademarks or service marks of Microsemi Corporation and/or its affiliates. Third-party trademarks and service marks mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners.
"Safe Harbor" Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: Any statements set forth in this news release that are not entirely historical and factual in nature, including without limitation statements related to its low-cost IGLOO2 FPGA Evaluation Kit, and its potential effects on future business, are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on our current expectations and are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements. The potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, such factors as rapidly changing technology and product obsolescence, potential cost increases, variations in customer order preferences, weakness or competitive pricing environment of the marketplace, uncertain demand for and acceptance of the company's products, adverse circumstances in any of our end markets, results of in-process or planned development or marketing and promotional campaigns, difficulties foreseeing future demand, potential non-realization of expected orders or non-realization of backlog, product returns, product liability, and other potential unexpected business and economic conditions or adverse changes in current or expected industry conditions, difficulties and costs of protecting patents and other proprietary rights, inventory obsolescence and difficulties regarding customer qualification of products. In addition to these factors and any other factors mentioned elsewhere in this news release, the reader should refer as well to the factors, uncertainties or risks identified in the company's most recent Form 10-K and all subsequent Form 10-Q reports filed by Microsemi with the SEC. Additional risk factors may be identified from time to time in Microsemi's future filings. The forward-looking statements included in this release speak only as of the date hereof, and Microsemi does not undertake any obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.
CONTACT: Gwen Carlson, Director of Corp. Communications, 949.380.6135, or Beth P. Quezada, Communications Specialist, 949.380.6102, press@microsemi.com
Mowjow Successfully Completes Firm Investments of EUR500,000
Mowjow [http://www.mowjow.com ], a London based social gaming company that is creating
innovative money games for everyday consumers to be played on their mobile devices,
announced that it now in the final process of successfully completing it's social
fundraising efforts.
"We have attracted firm investments of about EUR500,000 from more than 400 new
shareholders", states Andreas Christensen, Founder, Chairman & CEO of Mowjow.
Being an innovative social gaming company, Mowjow have developed its proprietary
crowdfunding scheme as an integrated part of its "go-to-market" strategy for the upcoming
launch of its skill based game with real money prizes.
"Social interaction and innovation have allowed us to effectively sell-out all of our
planned initial five tranches and get us closer to our investor base and our scheduled
commercial launch and the upcoming public listing."
"We're thankful and excited by the great reception Mowjow receives; the commitment and
dedication of all these stakeholders will collectively secure a successful launch of the
Mowjow game shortly" states Christensen.
London, September 26, 2013
Andreas Christensen
Founder, Chairman & CEO
About Mowjow
Mowjow is a London based social gaming company that is creating innovative money games
for everyday consumers to be played on their mobile devices. The Company was founded in
2008 by Norwegian entrepreneur Andreas Christensen to capitalize on the global
intersection of social gaming and mobile applications. The social gaming platform is
uniquely targeted the billions of people who don't consider themselves gamblers and will
soon be accessible in previously restricted jurisdictions such as the United States.
Prior to listing the company, Mowjow has developed its own proprietary crowd funding
system to whereby investors are invited to participate in the early funding of the
company. These first external investors are invited to participate in a Private Placement
in Mowjow. The purpose of this phase is to facilitate the public listing of the company
and they will be exclusively eligible to invite additional shareholders in the upcoming
public listing.
For further information, please contact: Mowjow Plc, Tel +44(0)845-2264-253,
press@mowjow.com
Cloud Security Alliance Releases Cloud Controls Matrix, Version 3.0
Industry Standard for Cloud Security Now Includes Expanded Controls to Assess Cloud Service Provider Information Security Risks
EDINBURGH, Scotland, Sept. 26, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- CSA EMEA 2013 -- The Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) today announced the release of the CSA Cloud Control Matrix (CCM) Version 3.0, the most comprehensive update to the industry's gold standard for assessing cloud centric information security risks. The CCM Version 3.0 expands its control domains to address changes in cloud security risks since the release of the CSA's seminal guidance domain, "Security Guidance for Critical Areas of Focus in Cloud Computing version 3.0" while making strides towards closer harmonization of the two.
Having drawn from industry-accepted security standards, regulations, and control frameworks such as ISO 27001/2, the European Union Agency for Network and Information Security (ENISA) Information Assurance Framework, ISACA's Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology, the American Institute of CPAs Trust Service and Principals Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard, and the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program, the updated CSA CCM control domain provides organizations with the cohesiveness of controls needed to manage cloud centric information security risks. This major restructuring of the CCM also captures the needs of cloud security governance in the near future, where it will serve as an annual check in updating future controls, further ensuring CCM remains in line with future technology and policy changes.
"As cloud usage continues to evolve, so must our security controls," said Evelyn De Souza, Co-Chair of the CCM Working Group and also Data Center and Cloud Security Strategist with Cisco Systems. "We must now address the expanding methods of how cloud data is accessed to ensure due care is taken in the cloud service provider's supply chain, and service disruption is minimized in the face of a change to a cloud service provider's relationship. With the additional new key control domains and improved clarity, the CCM will become an increasingly important tool for providers and consumers to rely on to ensure greater transparency, trust, and security in the cloud."
CCM Version 3.0 includes the following updates:
-- Five new control domains that address information security risks over
the access of, transfer to, and securing of cloud data: Mobile Security;
Supply Chain Management, Transparency & Accountability; Interoperability
& Portability; and Encryption & Key Management
-- Improved harmonization with the Security Guidance for Critical Areas of
Cloud Computing v3
-- Improved control auditability throughout the control domains and an
expanded control identification naming convention
"The decision to use a cloud service distills down to one question, 'Do I trust the provider enough for them to manage and protect my data?,'" said Sean Cordero Co-Chair of the CCM Working Group and industry expert. "CCM adoption gives cloud providers a manageable set of implementation ready controls that are mapped to global security standards. For customers, it acts a catalyst for dialogue about the security posture of their service providers, something that before the CCM existed was impossible. Keeping this balance in CCM v3 was a significant undertaking that could not have happened without the dedication of CSA member companies such as Microsoft, Salesforce, PwC, and the 120+ individual members who participated in the worldwide peer review. For their efforts and dedication we are grateful."
The CSA will hold three CCM specific sessions at upcoming CSA Congress events this fall. This week, at CSA Congress EMEA which is being held in Edinburgh, Scotland, Evelyn De Souza will lead "The Cloud Control Matrix v3," to introduce and guide participants through the new controls and enhancements. She will also host a workshop at the conference titled, "Your Chance to Shape the Future of The CSA Cloud Controls Matrix."
Additionally, at CSA Congress 2013, being held December 3rd-5th in Orlando, Florida, the CSA will host a workshop titled, "CSA & British Standards Institution: Governance, Risk and Compliance in the Cloud with Cloud Controls Matrix, Consensus Assessments Initiative Questionnaire (CAIQ) and CSA Security, Trust and Assurance Registry (STAR)" where Sean Cordero, alongside other industry experts, will provide participants a background on the theory and design of the new Cloud Controls Matrix (CCM), how to map organizational requirements to the CCM, and ways to best leverage the key components of the CSA GRC Stack including the: CCM v3, Consensus Assessments Initiative Questionnaire (CAIQ) , and the Security, Trust and Assurance Registry (STAR).
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About Cloud Security Alliance
The Cloud Security Alliance is a not-for-profit organization with a mission to promote the use of best practices for providing security assurance within Cloud Computing, and to provide education on the uses of Cloud Computing to help secure all other forms of computing. The Cloud Security Alliance is led by a broad coalition of industry practitioners, corporations, associations and other key stakeholders. For further information, visit us at http://www.cloudsecurityalliance.org, and follow us on Twitter @cloudsa.
ANCHORAGE, Alaska, Sept. 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- GCI today announced it will offer iPhone 5s, the most forward-thinking smartphone in the world, and iPhone 5c, the most colorful iPhone yet, to customers beginning on Tuesday, October 1. iPhone 5c will be available for pre-order on Wednesday, September 25. Customers may pre-register interest today at http://www.gci.com/iphone. For more information please visit: http://www.gci.com. For more information on iPhone, please visit: http://www.apple.com/iphone.
GCI is the top provider of voice, data and video services in Alaska, through which consumers can experience entertainment everywhere. GCI is also the leading provider of communications services to enterprise customers, particularly large enterprise customers with complex data networking needs. More information about GCI can be found at http://www.gci.com/about.
Inspired VLTS Go Live in Lottomatica Venues in Italy
LONDON and ROME, September 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
Inspired Gaming Group (Inspired), the international SBG and VLT specialist, and one of
the largest suppliers of VLTs and Virtual Sports in Italy, today announces the start of a
long-term VLT partnership with Lottomatica (Gtech SpA) and the installation of Inspired's
VLTs in Lottomatica venues. Lottomatica is one of the largest operators in Italy with over
800 VLT venues.
Martin Lucas, Managing Director of Inspired Europe and International VLT, commented:
"Lottomatica is a key player in the Italian gaming market and we are extremely proud to be
selected as one of its VLT suppliers. Our Open VLT(TM) platform and library of games is
bringing a new perspective into the market and it's important to us that Lottomatica has
recognised the extra flexibility and benefits our products provide. Inspired is focused on
always innovating to supply our customers, such as Lottomatica, with the most cutting-edge
technology platform, the most exciting games and top quality cabinets. We look forward to
much success with Lottomatica over the coming years."
Inspired's Open VLT(TM) platform was the second VLT platform to gain approval from the
Italian Government back in 2010. Since then, Inspired's Open VLT(TM) platform has proven
to be one of the most flexible and powerful platforms in Italy, with the largest range of
VLT cabinets and games available via its partnerships with many leading game developers.
Inspired will be providing Lottomatica players access to its popular portfolio of HD
games including Treasure Island, Monster Cash, Pharaoh's Golden Treasure and Super Diamond
Deluxe. New game titles will be launched by the end of December.
For the initial launch, there will be two different gaming machines. The slim and
upright Storm HD, which has 22" HD screens and a modern look and feel. For longer gaming
sessions there is the popular and comfortable Evolution Slant Top, manufactured by Merkur
Gaming.
As well as success in the VLT market, Inspired is also set to become the leading
supplier of Virtual Sports in Italy. The largest supplier of Virtual Sports around the
world, Inspired has already signed contracts with eight leading Italian operators and
expects more deals to be announced soon. Inspired Games is also starting to provide its
hit games, such as Treasure Island and Monster Cash, for Comma 6a (AWP), online and mobile
gaming.
Core Brands Launches Expanded SpeakerCraft Under TV Speaker Line at 2013 CEDIA Expo
Two New Models plus a Redesign of the Acclaimed CS3, Expand Product Line with New Features and Enhanced Capabilities
DENVER, Sept. 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- At the CEDIA Expo, Core Brands' SpeakerCraft will build on the overwhelming success of its CS3 TV Speaker by introducing a redesigned, upgraded CS3+ and two new models, the smaller CS1 and the larger CS5. All of these products are designed to fit directly under a flat-panel TV set, providing a powerful sonic upgrade for movies, music and TV. And all three include features that will make these products much more practical for custom installers and their customers.
All of the new SpeakerCraft TV Speakers incorporate two new user-friendly features: a larger remote and a front-panel display that makes it much easier to monitor operating functions. The new TV Speakers can learn IR remote commands from any TV remote, so the TV's remote can control the TV Speaker's volume, mute and power functions. For system integrators, SpeakerCraft also provides a full set of discrete command codes, making the TV Speakers compatible with third-party home automation systems.
Like the original CS3, all of the new TV Speakers feature Bluetooth(®) wireless for easy connectivity with smartphones, tablets and computers. This capability is now augmented with a top-mounted USB connector for charging portable devices. In addition, all models feature a sub-woofer output.
"Excited as we are about all the features we've added to the new TV Speakers, we're just as stoked about the sound," Core Brands' Keith Marshall said. "A lot of reviewers picked the original CS3 as the best new soundbar-type product last year, but the new models take it a step further. All of them use drivers designed specifically for this line. We've also added Dolby Digital decoding to the top two models and bumped up the power. So, not only are the TV Speakers the easiest way to upgrade TV sound, it is our belief that they're the best way."
SpeakerCraft's top-of-the-line CS5 TV Speaker adds numerous features that elevate it to true state-of-the-art performance. It incorporates a full center channel with two 3-inch midrange drivers and a 1-inch tweeter; two rear-firing 0.75-inch tweeters for added ambience; a down-firing 6.5-inch woofer with an 8-inch passive radiator for powerful deep bass; Dolby(®) Digital 3.1 decoding; and DTS Volume technology for automatic volume leveling. The CS5 adds a top-mounted 3.5mm audio input for quick, easy connection of non-Bluetooth devices and a 3.5mm headphone jack. The speakers are driven by 130 watts of total amplification power. The 30-inch-wide unit supports TVs weighing up to 160 pounds.MSRP is $849 and delivery is slated for Q2 2014.
Besides all the extra features mentioned earlier, the new SpeakerCraft CS3 improves on the original by increasing total system power from 80 to 100 watts, and by replacing the original dual down-firing 5.25-inch woofers with a single, long-throw 6.5-inch woofer. It also adds Dolby(®) Digital 2.1 decoding for full compatibility with TVs that lack PCM digital output. The 28-inch-wide unit supports TVs weighing up to 160 pounds. MSRP is $649 and delivery is Q2 2014.
SpeakerCraft designed the CS1 specifically for use with smaller TVs. Despite the CS1's compact form factor, it packs in real two-way speakers with 3-inch midrange drivers and 0.5-inch tweeters plus a 5.25-inch down-firing subwoofer. The internal amplifiers are rated at 80 watts total power - same as the original, larger CS3. The 17-inch-wide unit supports TVs weighing up to 100 pounds. MSRP is $449 with Q1 2014 delivery.
"We think system integrators and their customers are going to flip over the new TV speakers," Marshall said. "They have all the features you need to work totally transparently with the rest of the system, whether you're talking a 37-inch budget LCD TV or a 71-inch 4K model connected to a complete home automation system. And considering that the sound in the CS3+ and the CS5 is even better than the original CS3, we think these units will be very well-received in the industry."
To experience the new CS Series and all of the SpeakerCraft products visit the Core Brands booth at CEDIA Expo booth# 1120.
About SpeakerCraft(®
)SpeakerCraft has built an internationally-recognized brand of architectural loudspeakers and electronics. The company is a leader in the residential custom-installation industry and attributes this to its dedicated customer service and technical support that ensure smooth and trouble-free backing for the installing-dealer community.
SpeakerCraft is part of Core Brands(®), a Nortek company. Core Brands combines the product and marketing strengths of twelve iconic audio, power management and control brands into a single business unit that includes the ATON(®), BlueBOLT(®), ELAN(®), Emphasys(®), Furman(®), Korus(®), Niles(®), Panamax(®), Proficient(®), Sunfire(®) and Xantech(®) brands.
Nortek, Inc., (NASDAQ: NTK) is a global, diversified company whose many market-leading brands deliver broad capabilities and a wide array of innovative, technology-driven products and solutions for lifestyle improvement at home and at work. Please visit http://www.nortekinc.com for more information.
Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
Dolby® is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories, Inc.
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CONTACT: Brand Contact: Keith Marshall, Core Brands, +1-951-288-0945 Mobile, Keith.marshall@corebrands.com; or Media Contact: Ken Furst, furstmarketing, +1-973-655-0260 Voice, +1-201-826-7402 Mobile, ken@furstmarketing.com