Zeepro Introduces Zim, the First Dual Head Personal 3D Printer Fully Plug & Play
The Zim project will go live on Kickstarter September 13th, 2013
STAMFORD, Connecticut, September 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
Zeepro Inc. introduces Zim, the first and only personal 3D printer to feature a dual
color printing head, Ethernet & WiFi connectivity, an onboard micro-camera, smartphone and
tablet control, and an exclusive refillable cartridge system. With Zim, 3D Printing is
about to go mainstream, as everyone from hobbyists to children will now be able to print
high quality 3D objects quickly and safely using various materials and colors, at an
affordable price (Zim Kickstarter campaign pledges range from 599 USD to 899 USD).
Zim is built with one or two extruders. Now users can choose to either print a 3D
object in multiple colors, or use one extruder to print in color while using the other
extruder to print a support structure in PVA plastic (which dissolves in water).
Connected, plug & play and user friendly
Zim can be controlled remotely via smartphone, tablet, or PC using the printer's
built-in Ethernet and WiFi. Zim is also equipped with a state of the art micro-camera, so
users can check in on their 3D printing projects even when they are on the go.
Exclusive refillable filament cartridge
Zim's cartridge system loads the filaments automatically and safely into the
extruders. Cartridges protect PVA from moisture and are convenient to store. Best of all,
Zim's cartridges are available in a rainbow of colors, and Zeepro offers a refillable
cartridge for those who want to use their own filament.
Professional printability
Zim features a fine resolution (as low as 80 microns per layer) with a print volume of
205 cubic inches (5.9"x5.9"x5.9"). Zim prints 3D objects at a fast speed (up to 110 mm/s)
in ABS or PLA, and provides more than 20 printing modes, ranging from standard to expert.
Sleek design
Zim's elegant design features a monobloc aluminum C frame. Zim fits in any home or
office, and is easily portable.
"We dreamt about making the best personal 3D printer in the world. We wanted it to be
plug and play, as well as really easy to use. We also wanted it to be connected, precise
and fast... all that enclosed in a beautiful design and affordable. We assembled a great
team of highly motivated and talented designers and engineers. Together, we imagined Zim.
We are very proud to present Zim on Kickstarter starting September 13th." Philippe
Guglielmetti, Zeepro's CEO.
The Zim project will go live on Kickstarter September 13th, 2013.
About Zeepro:
Zeepro aims to design and build the best personal 3D printers. Zeepro was founded by
an experienced team of engineers, designers and entrepreneurs. Zeepro has 12 full time
employees with operations in both the US and Europe. The company has already raised 1
million USD in its first round of funding. For more information visithttp://www.zeepro.com.
GRENOBLE, France, September 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
At IBC 2013, Allegro DVT expands its encoding product line with the AL3200 appliance.
AL3200 is a cluster-oriented file-based transcoder, capable of encoding UHD assets sourced
in various input file formats, up to 4K multi-rate HEVC at 60 frames per second, for
adaptive VOD streaming or progressive download.
This advanced headend equipment was developed to help broadcasters target the
following applications, thanks to the bandwidth savings (up to 50% bandwidth savings as
compared to H.264/AVC) brought by HEVC:
- enhanced HD coverage on existing DSL networks.
- new generation mobile services.
- make the most of the extra bandwidth provided by FTTH networks and offer UHD
services.
AL3200 appliance can be operated in two scenarios:
- For smaller deployments, as a singleton unit, where one AL3200 appliance
hosts both the transcoding engine and our web-based management system, responsible for
handling jobs queue.
- For large scale deployments, as a managed cluster node, where each AL3200
transcoding node is supervised by Allegro DVT's management system. In this case, the
management node is responsible for dispatching jobs to transcoding nodes in a fair
way.
AL3200 is available as a 19''x1RU rackable appliance, or as a Genova software license
in order to be used in conjunction with private clouds or virtual machines.
In addition, other Allegro DVT's HEVC products are updated, and AL1200/AL2200 live
HEVC encoders/transcoders now support real-time encoding of 1080p30 content, delivered in
MPEG-DASH or Transport Stream.
Allegro DVT will be showcasing AL3200 at IBC 2013 on booth 1.A46, so feel free to book
you private demonstration at info@allegrodvt.com .
Allegro DVT is a leading provider of H.264/MPEG-4 AVC|SVC|MVC and HEVC/H.265
solutions, including industry standard compliance test suites, H.264/MPEG-4 AVC and
HEVC/H.265 encoder, codec and decoder hardware (RTL) IPs; and multiscreen encoders and
transcoders. Allegro DVT products have been chosen by more than 100 major IC providers,
OEMs and broadcasters. For more information, visit Allegro DVT's Website
[http://www.allegrodvt.com/broadcast ] or contact info@allegrodvt.com,
+33-4-76-42-66-85.
Jungo MediaCore Technology Integrated Into Aha by Harman to Create Unique IVI Solution
TEL AVIV, Israel, September 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
- Jungo's MediaCore multimedia middleware now integrated with the Aha
platform
- Car models equipped with the joint solution to be available from 2014
Jungo Connectivity Ltd [http://www.jungo.com/?PR=aha ]., a leading provider of
automotive connectivity and multimedia software solutions, today announced the integration
of its MediaCore multimedia middleware into the Aha(TM) by HARMAN service
[http://aharadio.com ].
The joint solution enables the simple integration of Aha into In-Vehicle Infotainment
(IVI) systems from a wide range of manufacturers. It will be a standard MediaCore feature
and available in a variety of car models from 2014.
MediaCore
[http://www.jungo.com/st/products/mediacore-embedded-ivi-multimedia-software-middleware/?PR=aha ]
, from Jungo Connectivity, is an automotive-grade multimedia middleware that
facilitates the rapid development of embedded multimedia players for IVI systems. It
supports playback and distribution of media in the car and provides connectivity to all
the different smartphones, protocols and applications needed for an enhanced IVI
experience
Aha by HARMAN is a next-generation infotainment experience that uses the HARMAN Cloud
Platform to enable Web-based content - including music, news, social feeds, sports,
podcasts and audio books - in vehicles using a radio-like format that is familiar to
drivers. Also available as a standalone application for iOS and Android smartphones, Aha
synchs with the car's IVI system and uses the in-dash controls.
MediaCore will allow the Aha platform to use an intuitive API from Jungo to facilitate
the simple integration of Aha into IVI systems from a range of manufacturers. Integration
and deployment of systems will be supported by a technical team comprising specialists
from both companies.
"This agreement with Aha by HARMAN is an important milestone for Jungo Connectivity
and demonstrates our position as a leading innovator in the IVI industry," said Jungo
Connectivity CEO Ophir Herbst. "The combination of Jungo's platform expertise and the
unique Aha application offers customers the best infotainment experience while driving."
"Jungo's MediaCore solution will enable our Tier 1 partners and OEMs to offer Aha on
an accelerated basis, furthering our goal of integrating Aha into as many new vehicles as
possible," said Woody Arnold, VP of Engineering, Aha by HARMAN. "Since many of the OEMs
already use the Jungo middleware for connectivity and multimedia, this partnership will
make implementation of Aha's functionality faster and more plug-and-play from the outset."
About Jungo Connectivity
Jungo Connectivity Ltd. is a divestiture of the Connectivity Division of Jungo Ltd.
Jungo Connectivity is a provider of connectivity and multimedia software solutions.
Jungo Connectivity's products enable semiconductor companies, device manufacturers and
OEMs (original equipment manufacturers) to easily develop products that intelligently
connect with any portable device over various protocols for any application. Jungo
Connectivity solutions have been deployed in global markets throughout various industries
including the automotive industry, mobile communications, digital TV, point-of-sale,
medical equipment and defense industries.
The Connected Home division of Jungo Ltd. is now part of Cisco Videoscape Unity
platform through the acquisition of NDS.
TI wireless power chip simplifies development of Qi charging stations
Second-generation WPC 1.1-compliant power controller requires one-third fewer components, enables wireless charging stations to operate from a USB port
DALLAS, Sept. 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Building on its industry-leading power management portfolio, Texas Instruments (TI) (NASDAQ: TXN) today introduced its next-generation wireless power transfer circuit to support the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) 1.1 specification. The bq500212A transmitter, which is shipping in volume production, requires one-third fewer components than competitive solutions. The circuit allows designers to quickly take to market Qi-compliant wireless charge pads or stations that can operate from a USB port or 5-V power adapter. To order samples and a development kit, visit: http://www.ti.com/bq500212a-pr.
With more Qi charging stations available in the marketplace, consumers of Qi-enabled smartphones, smartwatches and many other "enclosed" portable consumer electronics will be able to keep their batteries charged longer. Products like the Kickstarter-born AGENT Smartwatch are using TI's bqTESLA(TM) wireless power products, including the bq500212A and a bq51050B receiver, to ensure wireless power capability.
"AGENT Smartwatches need to be water resistant, and consumers shouldn't need to worry about plugging their watches into a charging adapter day after day," said Chris Walker, founder of Secret Labs. "TI's wireless power products give our customers the ability to simply set their AGENT Smartwatch on the included Qi charging pad (or any other Qi-compliant charging pad) from time to time to keep the battery topped off. No wires, no hassle."
Features and benefits of bq500212A:
-- Complete WPC 1.1 Qi-compliant design: bq500212A needs only five
components, including two new CSD97376 Power Stage integrated circuits;
while other products may require up to 15 devices.
-- Intelligent power control: TI's Dynamic Power Limit(TM) technology
enables the transmitter to work from either a USB port or low-power
adapter. The device's standby mode ensures <100 mW of standby power with
no receiver on the pad and <50 mW once the receiver has finished
charging.
-- Hybrid capacitor scheme significantly reduces system bill of materials
cost by using a combination of X7R and COG capacitors instead of only
relying on COG capacitors.
-- Foreign Object Detection, as mandated by the WPC1.1 specification, comes
standard on the bq500212A, which features an improved algorithm with
greater accuracy of error sensing.
TI and wireless power
TI's wireless power management portfolio is helping fuel design engineers' imaginations to develop innovative, efficient wireless charging capabilities for smartphones, tablets and other portable electronics, and design wireless power charging sources, ranging from pads to sources used in cars and furniture. The company is actively developing power circuits to support the WPC standard, as well as other wireless power specifications, including Alliance for Wireless Power (A4WP) and Power Matters Alliance (PMA). TI's bq5101x integrated receivers provide a regulated DC output and digital-control feedback to the transmitter, while TI's bq500xx family of wireless power transmitters efficiently manages the power transfer to the receiver.
Availability and pricing
The new bq500212A wireless power transmitter comes in a 48-pin, 7-mm by 7-mm QFN package with a suggested resale price of US$2.78 each in 1,000-unit quantities. The bq500212A is available in volume production through TI and its worldwide network of authorized distributors.
Find out more about TI's wireless power solutions, application notes and evaluation modules:
-- Check out a new white paper to learn about different wireless power
design requirements, including the differences between WPC, A4WP and
PMA.
-- Order the new bq500212AEVM-550 evaluation module and download an
application note to get started on Qi-compliant wireless power
transmitter design.
-- Join the TI E2E(TM) Power Community to ask questions and help solve
problems with fellow engineers.
About Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) is a global semiconductor design and manufacturing company that develops analog ICs and embedded processors. By employing the world's brightest minds, TI creates innovations that shape the future of technology. TI is helping more than 100,000 customers transform the future, today. Learn more at http://www.ti.com.
Trademarks
TI E2E, Dynamic Power Limit and bqTESLA are trademarks of Texas Instruments. All registered trademarks and other trademarks belong to their respective owners.
CONTACT: Matt McKinney, Texas Instruments, 214-567-2493, m-mckinney1@ti.com; or Madison Lax, GolinHarris, 972-341-2538, mlax@golinharris.com (Please do not publish these numbers or e-mail addresses.)
Hastings Entertainment, Inc. to Host Midnight Release Party for Grand Theft Auto V
AMARILLO, Texas, Sept. 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Hastings Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAST), a leading multimedia entertainment superstore retailer, has announced its plans to host a midnight release party for the highly anticipated, third-person, action game Grand Theft Auto V. Fans are encouraged to visit their local Hastings for a midnight release party on Monday, September 16th, 2013. Festivities for the night will begin at 9:00 p.m. local time and will end with the release of the game at midnight. In what is expected to be one of the biggest video game releases of 2013, this installment of Grand Theft Auto will be the first to come out since 2008. Only select stores will be participating in the midnight release party, so check with your local store to see if they are among those participating. As a benefit, anyone who purchases the game at midnight will also receive a code for an in-game vehicle called the Atomic Blimp.
While awaiting the release of the game, Hastings will also have a number of other offers going on throughout the store. These offers will include: 30% off all used video game accessories, 20% off select headphones, and up to 70% off all Turtle Beach headsets. In addition, all energy drinks during the midnight release party will be 2 for $4 and candy will be "buy 2 and get the 3(rd) free".
To find out more about the Grand Theft Auto V midnight release party in your area, please visit or contact your local Hastings superstore or visit us online at http://www.goHastings.com.
About Hastings
Founded in 1968, Hastings Entertainment, Inc. is a leading multimedia entertainment retailer that combines the sale of new and used books, videos, video games and CDs, as well as trends and consumer electronics merchandise, with the rental of videos and video games in a superstore format. We currently operate 128 superstores, averaging approximately 24,000 square feet, primarily in medium-sized markets throughout the United States. We also operate three concept stores, Sun Adventure Sports, located in Amarillo, Texas and Lubbock, Texas, and TRADESMART, located in Littleton, Colorado.
We also operate http://www.goHastings.com, an e-commerce Internet Web site that makes available to our customers new and used entertainment products and unique, contemporary gifts and toys. The site features exceptional product and pricing offers. The Investor Relations section of our web site contains press releases, a link to request financial and other literature and access to our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
SOURCE Hastings Entertainment, Inc.
Hastings Entertainment, Inc.
CONTACT: Dan Crow, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, (806) 677-1422, http://www.goHastings.com
Atmel Launches Smart RF Receiver IC Family with Industry's Lowest Power Consumption and Leading RF Performance
Ideal for Long-Range Car Access and Smart RF Systems, the Extreme Flexibility in These New Devices Reduce Production Time and Cost
HEILBRONN, Germany, Sept. 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Atmel(®) Corporation (NASDAQ: ATML), a global leader in microcontroller and touch technology solutions, today announced the availability of a new family of low-power, high-performance RF receivers designed specifically for the automotive and smart RF markets.
With the industry's lowest power consumption, high sensitivity and excellent out-of-band blocking performance, the three new devices (ATA5781, ATA5782 and ATA5783) are ideal for automotive applications including remote keyless entry (RKE), passive entry go (PEG)/ passive entry passive start (PEPS), remote start (RS) and tire pressure monitoring (TPMS) systems. This new RF family is also a perfect fit for a broad range of smart RF applications including remote control systems such as garage door openers or telemetering applications.
The ATA5781, ATA5782, and ATA5783 family consumes only 9.8mA typical in receive mode whereas the power consumption of competing devices is 12mA typical. This reduced drain will leave more charge in the battery leading to longer standby times when the car is stopped with the receiver enabled. The parts feature an excellent sensitivity of -122.5dBm typical when programming the IFBW (intermediate frequency bandwidth) to its lowest value of 25kHz. This enables an extended RF communication range.
RF blocking performance rates the receiver's immunity to disturbers. These disturbers are frequently present in the field. The outstanding blocking performance of the ATA578x family significantly reduces power-robbing false wake-ups. It also prevents RF range reduction and communication failure caused by RF disturbers.
The new devices provide dual paths for simultaneous FSK and ASK reception and superior flexibility by combining RF functionality, an advanced state machine, and an Atmel AVR(®) microcontroller core. Customers can configure up to five services including RKE, RS, PEPS, and TPMS on the fly in idle mode via SPI (serial peripheral interface). This makes end-of-line programming at the customer production site no longer necessary and thus helps to save production time and cost. The dual path reception and flexibility lets customers adapt receiver behavior to individual applications. Customers can optimize power consumption since they can adapt the polling scheme as needed. If customer-specific adaptations are required, designers can add the existing firmware via Flash (ATA5782) or user ROM (ATA5783).
The new RF receiver family includes:
-- ATA5781: Ready-to-use RF receiver IC with integrated firmware
-- ATA5782: Firmware is included in read-only memory (ROM). Additional
Flash option for application-specific software needs.
-- ATA5783: Cost-optimized version of ATA5782, where customer software is
ROM masked
Atmel's RF portfolio includes receiver and transceiver devices (ATA5831/32/33) that are pin-, function- and RF-matching-compatible to ensure maximum development re-use for one- and two-way systems. This minimizes the system designers' design efforts. To help further reduce development and production complexity and to accelerate time to market, end-application engineers can use the same printed circuit board design for uni-directional and bi-directional car access systems.
Availability
Samples of Atmel's ATA5781, ATA5782 and ATA5783 in 5mm x 5mm small QFN32 packages are available now starting at $1.90 USD (50K pcs). Car access kits (ATAK51003-V1) to support design-in and shorten time-to-market are available.
About Atmel
Atmel Corporation (Nasdaq: ATML) is a worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of microcontrollers, capacitive touch solutions, advanced logic, mixed-signal, nonvolatile memory and radio frequency (RF) components. Leveraging one of the industry's broadest intellectual property (IP) technology portfolios, Atmel is able to provide the electronics industry with complete system solutions focused on industrial, consumer, communications, computing and automotive markets.
Siemens' First Overseas Digital Enterprise Opens Up at Chengdu High-Tech Zone
CHENGDU, China, Sept. 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- On September 11th, Siemens Electronics Works Chengdu (SEWC) at Chengdu High-tech Zone officially began operation. As the latest "digital enterprise" in Siemens' Industry Automation production and R&D network, SEWC is highly digitalized from product design to manufacturing. Meanwhile, "Simatic IPC 3000 SMART", a new generation of IPC series, tailor-made for Chinese customers, was put into mass production today. SEWC will produce Simatic industry automation products successively. Anton S. Huber, CEO of Siemens AG Industry Sector Industry Automation Division said: "With this investment, the Chengdu plant will be able to participate immediately in our large global manufacturing network producing not only high tech products for the local market but for all our customers around the world."
With factors such as digitalization, automation, virtualization and environmental sensitivity, SEWC can be described as an exemplar of modern sustainable manufacturing. "SEWC is a model digital enterprise utilizing the most advanced digital manufacturing technologies. The investment shows our confidence in further growth in China, and also shows that Siemens saves no efforts in fulfilling the commitment of 'zero distance to the customer'. SEWC will raise R&D and production efficiency of Siemens' industry automation products, and shorten the time-to-market." Dr. Marc Wucherer, President of Industry Sector Siemens North East Asia said, "The importance of Chengdu in West China, backed by governmental support, human resources, logistics, traffic and infrastructure provides a sound environment for SEWC to be rooted in Chengdu."
"SEWC will not only help consolidate Siemens' leading role in the industry, but also adds new impetus to Chengdu Hi-tech Zone in developing advanced manufacturing and constructing a globally influential high-end industrial base," said Liu Chao, Member of Standing Commitee of the CPC Chengdu Municipal Committee; Party Secretary of CPC Chengdu Hi-Tech Zone. "Following the tide of the '3rd entrepreneurship', at current and in the near future, Chengdu Hi-tech Zone will offer unprecedented opportunities for domestic and foreign companies."
SEWC mainly manufactures Simatic Industry Automation products, providing reliable control systems and solutions for industrial enterprises. Advanced automation technology creates huge potential for industrial upgrading; for example, the efficiency is improved by optimization of automation process. Simatic industry automation products are widely applied to the automobile, metallurgy, petrochemical, food & beverage, pulp & paper and infrastructure industries.
SOURCE Chengdu High-tech Industrial Development Zone
PNMsoft Introduces New Intelligent BPM Solution for Microsoft Dynamics CRM
LONDON, September 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
CRM Solution Enables Design and Operation of Advanced Workflows
PNMsoft [http://www.pnmsoft.com ] has announced the release of PNMsoft Sequence CRM
Edition (SCE) [http://www.pnmsoft.com/technology/extending-crm ], a new product which
extends Microsoft Dynamics CRM with Intelligent Workflow Applications. PNMsoft SCE
includes the core functionality of Sequence iBPMS (Intelligent Business Process Management
Suite), plus a fully integrated CRM solution. PNMsoft SCE extends sales, marketing and
service capabilities, enabling the rapid development of advanced CRM workflows which
ensure that CRM-related activities are performed in an optimized, visible manner.
Out-of-the-box Integration
Global Head of Product, James Luxford, explained that, "Many companies who use
Dynamics CRM are looking for ways to achieve advanced workflows that react to and interact
with CRM data. PNMsoft SCE gives them that capability. We're also providing out-of-the-box
integration tools never before seen in CRM products. PNMsoft SCE connects systems such as
SharePoint and ERP to Dynamics CRM, making it the central activity hub of the company."
Visual Workflow Canvas
PNMsoft SCE includes a Workflow App Studio which enables business users and process
developers to collaboratively design workflow applications for Dynamics CRM on an
intuitive, visual canvas.
Case Study
South West Water, a leading UK water provider, is using PNMsoft SCE to enable
efficient task management and queue allocation within its Dynamics CRM. This has
significantly improved its level of Customer Service.
Peter Hart, Project Manager, Information Services for South West Water said, "Sequence
is efficiently allocating the right work to the right people. We are absolutely confident
and committed this solution is the right customer service management solution for South
West Water." Read Full Case Study
[http://www.pnmsoft.com/resources/case-studies/south-west-water-case-study ]
About PNMsoft
PNMsoft, a Gartner Magic Quadrant rated vendor, are publishers of the world's leading
BPM and Intelligent Workflow software solutionfor Microsoft products such as Dynamics CRM
and SharePoint. PNMsoft Sequence[TM] [http://www.pnmsoft.com/technology/sequence-kinetics
], an Intelligent BPM software, enables organizations to rapidly create smart workflows
that solve complex problems by connecting people and systems with smart, collaborative
processes. http://www.pnmsoft.com
Dream Job for Gamers: Free2Play Portal POGED.com is Looking for Game Testers in Seven Countries
HAMBURG, Germany, September 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
POGED.com is an international portal with Free2Play games and it currently offers
gamers an opportunity to get their dream job. The company is looking for game testers,
aged 18-30, from seven countries (Poland, France, Germany, Spain, Italy, the United
Kingdom and the United States), to review new Free2Play games on POGED.com in a written,
graphic or video form. The highlight: one candidate will be offered a six-month-long paid
internship at the POGED headquarters in Hamburg, Germany.
"With POGED.com we aim to create a comprehensive platform for Free2Play games for all
devices," says the founder and CEO Tim Ehling. "Currently, we are looking for players who
are passionate about games and who are interested in reviewing their gaming experiences."
Requirements:
- Time and enthusiasm for online gaming - willingness to engage intensively
in gaming
- Know-How - gaming knowledge and experience
- Good language command - ability to write grammatically and stylistically
correct texts in your native language and a good command of English
The winner will get a paid six-month long internship in a prime downtown location in
Hamburg. The other candidates do not go away empty-handed: they may contribute as game
testers for POGED.com and will get paid with POGED dollars. This currency can be redeemed
for premium items, e.g. downloadable content or Amazon vouchers.
POGED.com offers over 300 Free2Play games for all platforms including PCs, smart
phones and tablets, and operates with more than 50 international developers.
About POGED.com:
POGED.com is the leading platform for Free2Play games and is currently available in
six European countries and in the USA. Our portfolio contains over 300 free online and
mobile games from more than 50 international developers.
About POGED GmbH:
Founded in Hamburg in 2011 by Tim Ehling, formerly as Project Vrtcl GmbH, POGED GmbH
owns and manages Free2Play game platforms, offers in-hand solutions for media partners,
such as Focus Online and Stern Online and is a recognized sales partner for major game
developers.
Contact:
Tim Ehling
CEO te@poged.com
Eric Hegmann
PR & Business Development T: +49-40-609-400-472 presse@poged.com
Xilinx and its Ecosystem Expand All Programmable Abstractions to Empower More Designers and Accelerate Productivity up to 15X
Corporate initiative combines software, model, platform and IP-based design environments for system, software, and hardware developers
SAN JOSE, Calif.,Sept. 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Xilinx, Inc. (NASDAQ: XLNX) today announced the All Programmable Abstractions initiative to improve productivity of hardware designers and to empower systems and software developers to directly leverage All Programmable FPGA, SoCs, and 3D ICs. Xilinx and its ecosystem Alliance members including MathWorks(R) and National Instruments(R) now support a combination of software, model, platform, and IP-based design environments. These environments enable high-level graphical and text-based programming languages such as C, C++, SystemC, and will soon support OpenCL(TM) (Open Computing Language) with advanced automation technology that translates these languages into optimized implementations. These software and system level abstractions complement hardware focused IP integration and C-based design abstractions that have already proven to accelerate development of complex FPGAs and SoCs up to 15X over traditional RTL flows.
âBy expanding the number and type of abstractions designers can choose from, we are not only improving productivity for existing hardware customers, but are empowering the vast number of systems and software engineers to directly leverage All Programmable FPGAs, SoCs, and 3D ICs,â said Tom Feist, sr. director, Design Methodology Marketing at Xilinx.
Accelerated Hardware Design
To accelerate the creation of highly integrated, complex designs in All Programmable devices, Xilinx has delivered Vivado(R) IP Integrator (IPI). Vivado IPI accelerates the integration of customer IP, Xilinx LogiCORE(TM) and SmartCORE(TM) IP, third party IP, MathWorks Simulink(R) designs built with Xilinxâs System Generator, and C/C++ and System C synthesized IP with Vivado High-Level Synthesis (HLS).
âLeveraging the combination of Vivado IPI and HLS has been invaluable to our development of next-generation cable infrastructure products which enable rapid deployment of new services through a software-driven, all-IP architecture,â said Ties Bos, director of Software and FPGA at Gainspeed, Inc. âThe combination of these abstractions allowed us to develop our algorithms in C++ and rapidly integrate the resulting IP, saving greater than 15X in development costs versus an RTL approach.â
Based on industry standards such as the ARM(R) AXI interconnect and IP-XACT metadata for IP packaging, Vivado IPI delivers intelligent correct-by-construction assembly of designs co-optimized with Xilinx All Programmable solutions. When targeting a Zynq(R)-7000 All Programmable SoC, embedded design teams can now more rapidly identify, reuse, and integrate both software and hardware IP targeted for the dual-core ARM processing system and high performance FPGA fabric.
Accelerated System-Level Design
Systems engineers prefer abstractions such as C/C++/SystemC, OpenCL, MathWorks MATLAB(R) and Simulink, and National Instruments LabVIEW(TM) to model the hardware and software behavior for todayâs smarter systems. Xilinx and its ecosystem of Alliance members enable design teams to take these algorithms directly to implementation without worrying about implementation details.
MathWorks has released a new guided workflow for Zynq-7000 All Programmable SoC devices with their R2013b release. The guided workflow enables software developers and hardware design engineers to create and model their algorithms in MATLAB and Simulink, partition their designs between software and hardware, and automatically target, integrate, debug and test those models on Xilinx targeted design platforms. Building on MathWorks extensive portfolio of application-specific toolbox libraries and robust embedded software and hardware code generation technology, this new functionality helps users verify and optimize system performance, and enables a wider community of developers to take advantage of the industryâs first All Programmable SoC.
Embedded system designers use LabVIEW and NI(R) reconfigurable I/O (RIO) hardware to abstract the complexity of traditional RTL design and avoid the time consuming tasks of building an operating system, drivers, and middleware for deployment targets. National Instruments created a platform-based approach to embedded design that includes off-the-shelf reconfigurable hardware and intuitive graphical programming. With a single-click, the NI LabVIEW 2013 development environment can compile, debug, and deploy applications written for processor or programmable logic on NI targets. This development environment currently supports multiple Xilinx All Programmable devices. NI chose Xilinx All Programmable SoCs and FPGAs for the RIO computing core, platform of over 60 deployable targets.
Working with several early customers, Xilinx is also developing a new, system-level, heterogeneous parallel programming environment that supports software-based programming, system verification, debug and automated implementation for C/C++ and OpenCL. This new comprehensive Eclipse(TM)-based environment will provide market-specific libraries to significantly improve design productivity. This new flow is architected to directly empower system architects, SW application developers, and embedded designers who require a parallel architecture, to increase system performance, reduce system BOM cost and deliver total power reduction with ease of use and development times in line with ASSPs, DSPs, and GPUs.
Accelerated Software Design
Xilinx All Programmable Abstractions also accelerate software development of the Zynq-7000 All Programmable SoC and MicroBlaze(TM) processor. Xilinx has developed a Quick Emulator (QEMU) open source virtual machine that emulates the system hardware/software interfaces. The earlier software development results in higher productivity, and continuous hardware/software integration validation.
In addition Xilinx has partnered with Cadence(R) Design Systems to deliver the Virtual System Platform targeted specifically for the Xilinx Zynq-7000 All Programmable SoC, enabling simultaneous development of hardware and software, providing significant savings in development costs and time-to-market. Using these virtualization environments together with the Xilinx Software Development Kit (SDK), , design teams can shave months off of system development schedules.
Xilinx is the worldâs leading provider of All Programmable FPGAs, SoCs and 3D ICs. These industry-leading devices are coupled with a next-generation design environment and IP to serve a broad range of customer needs, from programmable logic to programmable systems integration. For more information, visit http://www.xilinx.com.
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Xilinx Showcases Industry's First FPGA-based 80Gbps Network Interface Card (NIC) and New Intel QPI Interface Implementation at IDF13
Based on Xilinx SmartCORE IP, 80Gbps Traffic Manager NIC and QPI interface solutions deliver significant performance gain and latency reduction
SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- IDF 2013 -- At IDF 2013 (Booth 805), Xilinx, Inc. (NASDAQ: XLNX) is showcasing the industry's first FPGA-based 80Gbps NIC solution with integrated Traffic Manager (TM) and an implementation of an FPGA connecting to the new Intel® Xeon® E5-2600 v2 processor via the Intel QuickPath Interconnect (QPI) protocol. The technical demonstrations are based on Xilinx's All Programmable devices and SmartCORE(TM) IP, enabling the development of high-performance computing platforms and data center appliances. These solutions deliver the industry's highest throughput with the lowest latency at very low power consumption, addressing the industry's low power mandate for next generation smarter data centers.
"High-performance, low latency efficient hardware options will continue to draw demand as IT and data center facilities teams struggle with limited resources, increasing costs, explosive network traffic and relentless demand for compute performance from the business and data centers," said Hemant Dhulla, Vice President of Wired Communications at Xilinx. "Xilinx All Programmable solutions are helping organizations find ways to manage demands against ever-growing business and data center constraints."
"Xilinx's All Programmable devices combined with our processors offer a low latency solution for users requiring I/O expansion or application acceleration of their systems," said Stephen Price, General Manager at Intel. "Xilinx's support for these technologies allows us to help customers develop platforms that can manage their IT infrastructure intuitively, with built-in intelligence for the highest optimization and further our capabilities in offering customers better IT and data center solutions that integrate easily into existing infrastructure."
About the Demonstrations
-- 80Gbps Network Interface Card (NIC) - The Xilinx 80Gbps NIC is a highly
integrated platform that is based upon a single All Programmable device
which implements a Traffic Manager SmartCORE IP, DMA controller, the
PCIe ports, and the two 40G Ethernet ports, replacing two ASSPs for
superior throughput, lower BOM cost, and lower power consumption. This
single-chip solution highlights a feature rich, highly programmable,
traffic manager for optimal network quality of service (QoS) and is
ideal for high-bandwidth applications, such as routers and appliances
for enterprise network monitoring and security.
-- Intel QPI Interface Solution - The Intel QPI Interface solution offers
developers a low latency, high-performance FPGA based interface to the
latest Intel processors. This demonstration includes a Xilinx® 7 series
FPGA communicating with the Intel Xeon E5-2600 v2 processor via the QPI
1.1 interface. It leverages the Native Loopback hardware and software to
validate the data exchange between the FPGA and CPU. The FPGA based QPI
interface allows designers to offer application acceleration, scale-up
high end servers with Node Controller or extend the reach of the
processor with expansion to additional PCIe ports, memory connections
and NIC interfaces.
Availability
The 80Gbps NIC and the Intel QPI Interface solutions are available now. To learn more, contact your local Xilinx sales representative and visit http://www.xilinx.com/applications/data-center/index.html.
About Xilinx
Xilinx is the world's leading provider of All Programmable FPGAs, SoCs and 3D ICs. These industry-leading devices are coupled with a next-generation design environment and IP to serve a broad range of customer needs, from programmable logic to programmable systems integration. For more information, visit http://www.xilinx.com.
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M-Edge Announces Cases and Accessories for Apple's iPhone 5C and 5S
M-Edge's iPhone cases feature classic patterns and prints on their bestselling case styles
BALTIMORE, Sept. 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Immediately following the Apple keynote today, leading tech accessory brand M-Edge announces cases for the iPhone 5C and 5S. The products will be available at medgestore.com as well as retailers nationwide including US Cellular starting on September 20(th), the day the new phones launch.
M-Edge's cases offer personalization and protection to match any color phone and any personal style. Bestselling case styles offered for the iPhone 5C and 5S include the Echo and Snap. With a two-layer design and brightly colored prints, the Echo is must-have protection and style. Simple but elegant, the Snap Case is ultra-thin and showcases classic M-Edge patterns as well as Trina Turk's southern California-inspired graphic prints. The cases range in price from $20 to $35.
Bill Fuchs, Director of cell phone accessories says, "With the advent of a lower cost, colorful iPhone, our cases fit the needs of young people who have ever-changing style. This launch comes just in time for the back to school and holiday seasons and we're excited to have cases that complement the new iPhone 5C and 5S."
M-Edge's current iPhone 5 line is cross-compatible with the iPhone 5S. Soon, M-Edge plans to unveil additional cases that complement the new iPhone 5S colors - space gray, silver, and gold.
Finally, M-Edge has celebrated the Apple announcement with its #OneMoreThing Campaign. For the latest highlights, follow the campaign and M-Edge on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Customers can sign up to be notified about iPhone 5C and 5S products at medgestore.com.
About M-Edge
Launched in 2006 out of a basement in Baltimore, M-Edge rapidly grew to offer a variety of tech accessories for the most popular devices available - Kindle, iPad, iPhone, laptop and Android devices. Using edgy materials and premium features, M-Edge gives tech-crazed consumers what they want: protection, attitude, and boundary-pushing style.
Ranked #91 on Inc. Magazine's list of Fastest Growing Private Companies 2012, M-Edge products are currently available nationwide at Walmart, Best Buy, Target, Staples, AT&T, Nordstrom, and more. M-Edge has been featured in publications such as Good Housekeeping, Maxim, Us Weekly, InStyle, The New York Times, CNET, Mashable, and TechCrunch, and The Today Show.
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Supermicro® Introduces New Technologies for Server and Storage Solutions Supporting Intel® Xeon® Processor E5-2600 v2/1600 v2 Families
New Computing Architectures Increase Performance, Density, I/O Bandwidth and Energy Efficiency to Maximize Infrastructure Savings
SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ: SMCI), a global leader in high-performance, high-efficiency server, storage technology and green computing, introduces new Server and Storage technologies ready to support the new Intel® Xeon® processor E5-2600/1600 v2 families (formerly codenamed Ivy Bridge) at Intel Developer Forum, IDF13 this week in San Francisco. New products taking full advantage of Intel's latest processor technologies include FatTwin(TM), new TwinPro²(TM) systems, 12Gb/s SAS3 solutions, SuperBlade®, Xeon Phi(TM) coprocessor solutions, SuperStorage, SuperWorkstations and Embedded products. In addition, Supermicro's dual-processor (DP), uni-processor (UP) motherboards and optimized chassis server Building Block Solutions® offer increased choice and flexibility for architecting perfectly optimized computing solutions. Supermicro's new higher efficiency system architectures combined with Intel's latest processors deliver performance gains of up to 40% over prior generation solutions and existing solutions support an easy upgrade path to the new processors with a simple Supermicro BIOS 3.0 flash update.
"Once again, Supermicro leads the industry with the best and most innovative green computing solutions supporting Intel's new Ivy Bridge processors," said Charles Liang, President and CEO of Supermicro. "Our architecture advancements in FatTwin, TwinPro² and SAS3 12Gb/s solutions deliver the highest computing performance and energy efficiency with maximized PCI-E, memory and storage I/O bandwidth for unrivaled performance per watt, per dollar, per square foot. Our new server, storage and workstation solutions, combined with full integration and support services worldwide, help organizations minimize TCO and maximize ROI as they scale their business."
"Intel's Xeon processor E5-2600/1600 v2 families push performance and efficiency to new levels with greater density and feature integration thanks to Intel's 22nm Tri-gate transistor technology," said Shannon Poulin, vice president and general manager of Intel Datacenter Marketing Group. "Intel works closely with partners such as Supermicro to ensure their latest computing solutions offer increased performance with higher frequency and core counts, lower power consumption and more features such as security and PCI-E acceleration. With Supermicro's rapidly expanding product lines and worldwide presence, our combined technology innovations can get to market quickly and contribute to a greener, more secure computing environment."
Supermicro will exhibit its new server and storage solutions at IDF13, including the recently announced extreme-density 6U, 112 node MicroBlade featuring the ultra low power 8-Core Intel® Atom(TM) Processor C2000 (formerly codenamed Avoton). This innovative new microserver architecture enables cost-effective, environment friendly scalability.
IDF13 Exhibits Include
-- Power saving 4U FatTwin(TM) (SYS-F617R3-FT) optimized to reduce cooling
power requirements and 4U 4-node FatTwin with 8x 3.5" hot-swap HDD bay
per 1U.
-- 4U 4x hot-swap node HPC FatTwin(TM) (SYS-F627G3-FT+) supporting up to
12x Intel® Xeon Phi(TM) 7120P Coprocessors.
-- 2U TwinPro(2) - 4x hot-plug nodes, each node supporting 2x Intel Xeon
E5-2600 v2 processors, up to 1TB memory in 16x DIMMs, 1x PCI-E 3.0 (x16)
slot, 2x 10GBase-T or GbE ports, onboard QDR/FDR InfiniBand and 6x
12Gb/s hot-swap 2.5" SAS3 HDD/SSDs
-- 12Gb/s SAS3 storage solutions in 1U (SYS-1027R-WC1R/WC1RT) supporting
10x 2.5" hot-swap HDD/SSD bays, 2U (SSG-2027R-AR24NV) supporting 24x
2.5" hot-swap HDD/SSD bays, Xeon E5-2600 v2 optimized DP motherboard
(MBD-X9DRW-CF31/-CTF31) with 8-port 12Gb/s mezzanine module
(AOM-S3108-H8) and PCI-E 3.0 Add-on Cards (AOC-S3108L-H8iR,
AOC-S3008L-L8i, HBA/AOC-S3008L-L8e) that provide an immediate migration
path to 12Gb/s with SAS3 benefits of up to 30% increased performance for
existing 6Gb/s HDD/SSDs.
-- 3U MicroCloud in 12-node (SYS-5038ML-H12TRF), 8-node (SYS-5038ML-H8TRF)
and coming 24-node (SYS-5038ML-H24TRF) configurations supporting
independent hot-swappable nodes, Intel® Xeon® processor E3-1200 v3,
32GB memory, up to 2x 3.5" or optional 4x 2.5" HDDs and MicroLP
expansion
-- 7U SuperBlade® all-in-one solutions featuring 20x blade support,
redundant Platinum Level high-efficiency (94%+) power supplies, high
speed connectivity through switch modules, including 56Gb/s FDR IB
(SBM-IBS-F3616M), FC/FCoE (SBM-XEM-F8X4SM), 10GbE (SBM-XEM-X10SM) and
1/10GbE (SBM-GEM-X3S+) and centralized remote management software.
-- SBI-7127RG-E Blade supporting 2x Intel® Xeon Phi(TM), dual Intel®
Xeon® E5-2600 v2 processors, up to 256GB memory, 1x SSD or 1x
SATA-DOM, and onboard BMC for IPMI 2.0 support. 10x blades offer
high density (120x Xeon Phi and 120x CPUs) and performance (170
TFLOPS theoretical) per 42U rack.
-- Dual-node DP TwinBlade® (SBI-7227R-T2) offering the highest compute
density with up to 120 dual Xeon E5-2600 v2 processor servers per
42U rack achieving an unrivaled 0.35U per DP node
-- 4U high capacity Double-Sided Storage® (SSG-6047R-E1R72L) featuring 72x
3.5" SAS2 or SATA3 HDDs and dual Intel® Xeon® processor E5-2600 v2 (up
to 130W)
-- Embedded 1U compact server Building Block Solutions® (SYS-5018A-TN4,
SYS-5018A-FTN4) optimized for Intel® Atom(TM) processor C2000 product
family (formerly codenamed Avoton and Rangeley) designed for low power
(sub 20W), compact storage and server appliances and entry level
communication devices taking advantage of Intel's QuickAssist
Technology.
-- Dual Processor (DP) motherboards feature Intel® Xeon® processor
E5-2600 v2 family support and a variety of design optimizations
including support for CPUs up to 150W TDP, up to 1866MHz memory (single
channel DIMM), additional PCI-E 3.0 acceleration, 10% increased
virtualization performance, and additional security features with OS
Guard and Secure Key technologies.
-- X9DRL-EF - Small Form Factor ATX, Embedded
-- X9DRX+-F - 11x PCI-E slots
-- X9DAX-7F - Hyper-Speed Hardware Acceleration, Workstation
-- X9DRD-EF - Data Center Optimized
-- X9DR7-TF+ - 24x DIMM, application optimized, storage, Big Data
-- X9DRG-QF - Quad Xeon Phi Workstation
-- X9DRG-HF+II - 16x DIMM, additional Xeon Phi density
-- Uni Processor (UP) motherboards feature Intel® Xeon® processor
E5-2600/1600 v2, E3-1200 v3, 4th Generation Intel® Core(TM) and Intel
Atom(TM) processor C2000 support in a variety of design optimized
solutions.
-- A1SAi-2750F - Mini-ITX Intel® Atom(TM) "Avoton" 8-Core compact
short-depth server appliance
-- A1SRi-2758F - Mini-ITX Intel® Atom(TM) "Rangeley" 8-Core
communication server
-- X9SR series supports Intel® Xeon® E5-2600/1600 v2 processors for
faster memory speeds (1866MHz) and improved virtualization
performance
-- X10SLV - Mini-ITX for Embedded
-- X10SL7-F - MicroATX "Haswell" with 8x SAS 6Gb/s ports for
high-performance storage
-- X10SLA-F - ATX with 5x Legacy PCI 5V slots for A/V applications
-- X10SLM+-LN4F - MicroATX with 4x LAN controllers and virtualization
optimized for Networking/Firewall Appliances and Data Center
-- X10SLH-F - MicroATX with VHD (Virtual Hosted Desktop) support and 7
years long life
-- C7Z87-OCE - ATX supporting Intel® 4th Generation Core(TM) i3/i5/i7
processors and overclocking
-- High bandwidth 10-Gigabit Ethernet top-of-rack switches: 24-port
SSE-X24S and new 48-port SSE-X3348T/TR 10GBASE-T switch. Plus the
popular and versatile 52-port SSE-G2252P with Power-over-Ethernet (PoE)
capability.
-- Supermicro's System Management Software Suite provides sophisticated
power management (SPM) down to clusters, servers or processors, system
health monitoring (SuperDoctor® 5) and additional out-of-band
management utilities that provide batch BIOS updates and provision BIOS
system settings (SUM) through baseboard management controller (BMC)
without interrupting application performance.
Visit Supermicro at IDF 2013 in San Francisco, September 10-12, Booths #500 & #826 in the Moscone West Convention Center to see their latest Intel® Xeon® E5-2600/1600 v2 solutions. For more information on Supermicro's complete line of high performance server and storage solutions, visit http://www.supermicro.com.
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About Super Micro Computer, Inc.
Supermicro® (NASDAQ: SMCI), the leading innovator in high-performance, high-efficiency server technology is a premier provider of advanced server Building Block Solutions® for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/Big Data, HPC and Embedded Systems worldwide. Supermicro is committed to protecting the environment through its "We Keep IT Green®" initiative and provides customers with the most energy-efficient, environmentally-friendly solutions available on the market.
Supermicro, FatTwin, TwinPro², SuperServer, SuperBlade, TwinBlade, Double-Sided Storage, Building Block Solutions and We Keep IT Green are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Super Micro Computer, Inc.
All other brands, names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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Supermicro(R) Introduces New Technologies for Server and Storage Solutions Supporting Intel(R) Xeon(R) Processor E5-2600 v2/1600 v2 Families
- New Computing Architectures Increase Performance, Density, I/O Bandwidth and Energy Efficiency to Maximize Infrastructure Savings
SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ: SMCI), a global leader in high-performance, high-efficiency server, storage technology and green computing, introduces new Server and Storage technologies ready to support the new Intel(R) Xeon(R) processor E5-2600/1600 v2 families (formerly codenamed Ivy Bridge) at Intel Developer Forum, IDF13 this week in San Francisco. New products taking full advantage of Intel's latest processor technologies include FatTwin(TM), new TwinPro²(TM) systems, 12Gb/s SAS3 solutions, SuperBlade(R), Xeon Phi(TM) coprocessor solutions, SuperStorage, SuperWorkstations and Embedded products. In addition, Supermicro's dual-processor (DP), uni-processor (UP) motherboards and optimized chassis server Building Block Solutions(R) offer increased choice and flexibility for architecting perfectly optimized computing solutions. Supermicro's new higher efficiency system architectures combined with Intel's latest processors deliver performance gains of up to 40% over prior generation solutions and existing solutions support an easy upgrade path to the new processors with a simple Supermicro BIOS 3.0 flash update.
"Once again, Supermicro leads the industry with the best and most innovative green computing solutions supporting Intel's new Ivy Bridge processors," said Charles Liang, President and CEO of Supermicro. "Our architecture advancements in FatTwin, TwinPro² and SAS3 12Gb/s solutions deliver the highest computing performance and energy efficiency with maximized PCI-E, memory and storage I/O bandwidth for unrivaled performance per watt, per dollar, per square foot. Our new server, storage and workstation solutions, combined with full integration and support services worldwide, help organizations minimize TCO and maximize ROI as they scale their business."
"Intel's Xeon processor E5-2600/1600 v2 families push performance and efficiency to new levels with greater density and feature integration thanks to Intel's 22nm Tri-gate transistor technology," said Shannon Poulin, vice president and general manager of Intel Datacenter Marketing Group. "Intel works closely with partners such as Supermicro to ensure their latest computing solutions offer increased performance with higher frequency and core counts, lower power consumption and more features such as security and PCI-E acceleration. With Supermicro's rapidly expanding product lines and worldwide presence, our combined technology innovations can get to market quickly and contribute to a greener, more secure computing environment."
Supermicro will exhibit its new server and storage solutions at IDF13, including the recently announced extreme-density 6U, 112 node MicroBlade featuring the ultra low power 8-Core Intel(R) Atom(TM) Processor C2000 (formerly codenamed Avoton). This innovative new microserver architecture enables cost-effective, environment friendly scalability.
-- 2U TwinPro2 â 4x hot-plug nodes, each node supporting 2x Intel Xeon E5-2600 v2 processors, up to 1TB memory in 16x DIMMs, 1x PCI-E 3.0 (x16) slot, 2x 10GBase-T or GbE ports, onboard QDR/FDR InfiniBand and 6x 12Gb/s hot-swap 2.5" SAS3 HDD/SSDs.
-- 12Gb/s SAS3 storage solutions in 1U (SYS-1027R-WC1R/WC1RT) supporting 10x 2.5" hot-swap HDD/SSD bays, 2U (SSG-2027R-AR24NV) supporting 24x 2.5" hot-swap HDD/SSD bays, Xeon E5-2600 v2 optimized DP motherboard (MBD-X9DRW-CF31/-CTF31) with 8-port 12Gb/s mezzanine module (AOM-S3108-H8) and PCI-E 3.0 Add-on Cards (AOC-S3108L-H8iR, AOC-S3008L-L8i, HBA/AOC-S3008L-L8e) that provide an immediate migration path to 12Gb/s with SAS3 benefits of up to 30% increased performance for existing 6Gb/s HDD/SSDs.
-- 3U MicroCloud( http://www.supermicro.com/MicroCloud ) in 12-node (SYS-5038ML-H12TRF), 8-node (SYS-5038ML-H8TRF) and coming 24-node (SYS-5038ML-H24TRF) configurations supporting independent hot-swappable nodes, Intel(R) Xeon(R) processor E3-1200 v3, 32GB memory, up to 2x 3.5" or optional 4x 2.5" HDDs and MicroLP expansion.
-- 7U SuperBlade(R)( http://www.supermicro.com/SuperBlade ) all-in-one solutions featuring 20x blade support, redundant Platinum Level high-efficiency (94%+) power supplies, high speed connectivity through switch modules( http://www.supermicro.com/products/SuperBlade/networking ), including 56Gb/s FDR IB (SBM-IBS-F3616M), FC/FCoE (SBM-XEM-F8X4SM), 10GbE (SBM-XEM-X10SM) and 1/10GbE (SBM-GEM-X3S+) and centralized remote management software. -- SBI-7127RG-E( http://www.supermicro.com/products/superblade/module/sbi-7127rg-e.cfm ) Blade supporting 2x Intel(R) Xeon Phi(TM), dual Intel(R) Xeon(R) E5-2600 v2 processors, up to 256GB memory, 1x SSD or 1x SATA-DOM, and onboard BMC for IPMI 2.0 support. 10x blades offer high density (120x Xeon Phi and 120x CPUs) and performance (170 TFLOPS theoretical) per 42U rack.
-- Dual-node DP TwinBlade(R) (SBI-7227R-T2( http://www.supermicro.com/servers/blade/module/SBI-7227R-T2.cfm )) offering the highest compute density with up to 120 dual Xeon E5-2600 v2 processor servers per 42U rack achieving an unrivaled 0.35U per DP node.
-- Embedded 1U compact server Building Block Solutions(R) (SYS-5018A-TN4, SYS-5018A-FTN4) optimized for Intel(R) Atom(TM) processor C2000 product family (formerly codenamed Avoton and Rangeley) designed for low power (sub 20W), compact storage and server appliances and entry level communication devices taking advantage of Intel's QuickAssist Technology.
-- Dual Processor (DP) motherboards feature Intel(R) Xeon(R) processor E5-2600 v2 family support and a variety of design optimizations including support for CPUs up to 150W TDP, up to 1866MHz memory (single channel DIMM), additional PCI-E 3.0 acceleration, 10% increased virtualization performance, and additional security features with OS Guard and Secure Key technologies. -- X9DRL-EF â Small Form Factor ATX, Embedded
-- Supermicro's System Management Software Suite provides sophisticated power management (SPM) down to clusters, servers or processors, system health monitoring (SuperDoctor(R) 5) and additional out-of-band management utilities that provide batch BIOS updates and provision BIOS system settings (SUM) through baseboard management controller (BMC) without interrupting application performance.
Visit Supermicro at IDF 2013 in San Francisco, September 10-12, Booths #500 & #826 in the Moscone West Convention Center to see their latest Intel(R) Xeon(R) E5-2600/1600 v2 solutions. For more information on Supermicro's complete line of high performance server and storage solutions, visit http://www.supermicro.com.
Supermicro(R) (NASDAQ: SMCI), the leading innovator in high-performance, high-efficiency server technology is a premier provider of advanced server Building Block Solutions(R) for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/Big Data, HPC and Embedded Systems worldwide. Supermicro is committed to protecting the environment through its "We Keep IT Green(R)" initiative and provides customers with the most energy-efficient, environmentally-friendly solutions available on the market.
Supermicro, FatTwin, TwinPro², SuperServer, SuperBlade, TwinBlade, Double-Sided Storage, Building Block Solutions and We Keep IT Green are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Super Micro Computer, Inc.
All other brands, names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Fusion-io Accelerates New HP ZBook Mobile Workstations With Fusion ioFX
Industry-Leading Flash Memory Platform, Available from HP, Delivers Performance to Go for Applications Across Oil and Gas Research to Digital Content Creation
SALT LAKE CITY, Sept. 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Fusion-io (NYSE: FIO) today announced that the Fusion ioFX workstation flash memory platform is available in the new HP ZBook Mobile Workstation portfolio, which includes the world's first workstation Ultrabook(TM). The Fusion ioFX can now also be integrated into HP's award-winning line of Z Desktop Workstations through external Thunderbolt expansion chassis, in addition to internal integration with HP Z Workstations featuring PCI Express connectors.
"Whether on set or in a remote oil field, professionals need to work with large datasets efficiently to deliver results that keep projects moving forward on deadline," said Vincent Brisebois, Fusion-io Director of Visual Computing. "The Fusion ioFX helps maximize the potential of workstations, GPUs and professional applications, and with HP's new mobile workstations and Fusion-io application acceleration, professionals in the field can now work as efficiently as in a traditional office environment. Fusion-io is proud to support HP's continued leadership in engineering powerful workstations that offer breakthrough application acceleration no matter where their work takes them."
Based on the industry-leading Fusion ioMemory application acceleration platform, the ioFX accelerates the performance of professional applications, workstations and graphics processing units (GPUs) with its unique architecture that leverages flash as a memory to move beyond the performance limitations and bottlenecks of disk drive systems and SSDs. Integrated into HP workstations through PCI Express and Thunderbolt, the Fusion ioFX delivers breakthrough application acceleration to leading workstation applications such as those from Adobe and ASSIMILATE.
"Our workstation customers need thoroughly tested and highly tuned solutions from partners they can trust," said Jeff Wood, vice president, Worldwide Product Management, Commercial Solutions Business Unit, HP. "By expanding our Z Family of products and adding Thunderbolt support, along with the industry-leading Fusion ioFX, HP Z Workstations can now deliver outstanding application acceleration internally, as well as externally through a Thunderbolt expansion chassis, providing our customers with flexible solutions that increase performance and productivity."
Fusion-io delivers the world's data faster. Our Fusion ioMemory platform and software defined storage solutions accelerate virtualization, databases, cloud computing, big data and performance applications. From e-commerce retailers to the world's social media leaders and Fortune Global 500 companies, our customers are improving the performance and efficiency of their data centers with Fusion-io technology to accelerate the critical applications of the information economy.
Note on Forward-looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including statements concerning the potential benefits of the Fusion ioFX product with HP's new ZBook Mobile Workstation portfolio. These statements are based on current expectations and assumptions regarding future events and business performance and involve certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained, anticipated, or implied in any forward-looking statement, including, but not limited to, the risk that users of Fusion-io's products and solutions may not realize the expected benefits, and such other risks set forth in the registration statements and reports that Fusion-io files with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, which are available on the Investor Relations section of our website at http://www.fusionio.com. You should not rely upon forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. Although we believe that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, we cannot guarantee that the future results, levels of activity, performance or events and circumstances reflected in the forward-looking statements will be achieved or will occur. Fusion-io undertakes no obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statement for any reason after the date of this press release.
Fusion-io, the Fusion-io logo, ioFX and ioMemory are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Fusion-io, Inc. in the United States and other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Rumble & FanIQ Announce Partnership With Launch Of Mobile App
NEW YORK, Sept. 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Rumble, the mobile-first publisher platform, is pleased to announce their partnership with FanIQ, a PulsePoint, Inc company and one of the largest online communities for sports content and news. The new FanIQ mobile app, powered by Rumble, is now available in iTunes for iPhone and iPad and Google Play for Android. With the partnership, FanIQ can now provide their 8 million readers with an enhanced mobile experience and the ability to explore, read and share their favorite sports news, opinion and trivia on any mobile device.
Through the partnership, Rumble and FanIQ created a custom Trivia feature for the app with over 300,000 sports trivia questions, allowing users to test their own knowledge as well as compete against each other. In addition, the FanIQ app includes all of Rumble's standard mobile-experience features including social sharing, personal channels, a content recommendation genie, customized browsing experiences, community engagement and publisher monetization features.
"FanIQ started out as a digital sports site created by passionate fans, and has grown to one of the largest interactive sports communities across the web," Dan Bohm, Producer at FanIQ said. "We know fans are always on the go, so we are excited to launch the FanIQ mobile app so readers can engage with great sports news, videos, games and more whether they are at home, at the game or at the bar."
Rumble's mobile platform integrates seamlessly with FanIQ's web content, creating a mobile app with an advanced semantic engine, multiple revenue streams and the ability to control all of these features from an executive dashboard. "We are excited to partner with FanIQ and help unleash the power of their content with our advanced mobile technology that is flexible enough to respond to changes in their content strategy and dynamic enough to stay ahead of the competition in both engagement and monetization innovation," said Uyen Tieu, Co-Founder of Rumble.
ABOUT RUMBLE
Rumble partners with media organizations to make mobile scalable, profitable and easy through their mobile-first publisher platform. Rumble offers publishers a complete, long-term solution for their mobile strategy so that they do not have to make trade-offs between speed, user experience, monetization, and functionality. Founded in 2011, Rumble has over 40 publisher clients and offices in New York, Philadelphia, and Tel Aviv.
Introducing Koality: Lightning-Fast Code Testing Ends Bottlenecks, Increases Productivity For Development Teams
Debuting at TechCrunch Disrupt 2013, Koality's 2x-64x Parallelization Allows Engineers to Test Pre-Push; Productivity Gains of 20% or More Possible
SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Koality (pronounced "quality") today announced the launch of its flagship software testing platform on the Startup Battlefield of TechCrunch Disrupt 2013 at the San Francisco Design Center. Created by a team of former Palantir Technologies developers, Koality allows software engineers to test their code in a production-like environment before it's distributed to the repository and shared with others--an innovation that allows development organizations to achieve productivity gains of 20% or more by working smarter and avoiding costly production delays.
Using cloud-based parallelization, Koality is able to increase test speeds by up to 64 times, making it practical for pre-push testing. The platform can be deployed completely behind the engineering team's firewall for maximum security and protection against hacking. With Koality, bad code is never shared--and development projects stay on track.
Koality solves the key problems that plague development organizations--broken builds, mismatching test environments, and slow tests. Virtual machines, assembled automatically by Koality, simulate the production environment to ensure accurate testing--and because tests are distributed to machines using dynamic scaling, entire test suites can run in minutes.
"Koality removes distractions and disruptions from a developer's workflow. This improves output at the engineering level, which has an amazing impact across an entire organization," said Jonathan Chu, chief executive officer of Koality. "It's like instantly adding more engineers to the team without having to find, interview, and train them."
High-Value Opportunity
Koality is the result of the real-world experiences that founders Jordan Potter, Brian Bland and Chu had as employees of Palantir, a large computer software company specializing in Big Data analytics. While at Palantir, the trio observed how major inefficiencies exist in most development projects. Because bad code is typically uncovered only after it's distributed, the resulting delays can trickle down and negatively impact the entire product development timeline.
Seeing an opportunity for a high-value product, the Koality team approached Peter Thiel, Palantir's Chairman and a co-founder/former CEO at PayPal. Thiel made an initial investment through his fund, FF Angel, to finance a beta product; later, the team attracted additional start-up funding from the Webb Investment Network, Index Ventures, Felicis Ventures, Ray Tonsing, Uj Ventures, and a number of angel investors.
"We've received a great response from both investors and customers," noted Potter. "Koality is being used successfully by companies like Asana, HouseTrip, and One Kings Lane. It's been clear from the beginning we were solving a real problem for real companies."
Flexibility and Security
Koality offers an unequaled level of configuration and flexibility for such a powerful, dynamic-scaling testing tool. The platform operates as a Git/Mercurial proxy, enabling users to push and pull code just as they would from the main repository.
Even the most security-conscious users can be confident in Koality's high level of protection. Its behind-the-firewall internal and EC2 deployment, compatibility with Virtual Private Networks, and complete administrative privilege control makes it the perfect solution for growth and enterprise companies, while still allowing startups to leverage the platform.
Beta Trial
Koality is currently accepting requests for a free trial of its platform, now in Beta. To learn more or to get started with Koality, visit https://koalitycode.com.
About Koality:
Koality eliminates many of the most consequential problems plaguing the software engineering process. Using cloud-based parallelism, the company's flagship product increases code testing by 2x to 64--fast enough to complete test suites at pre-push. With Koality, error-free code is distributed to repositories, security is maintained, development schedules stay on track, and productivity is increased by 20% or more. Founded by former Palantir Technologies engineers, San Francisco-based Koality is funded by the Webb Investment Network, Index Ventures, Felicis Ventures and others. Visithttps://koalitycode.com.
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CONTACT: Sarah Hilmer, S&S Public Relations, Inc., 317-340-5301, shilmer@sspr.com
DisplayLink enables 4K Displays over USB and WiGig Connections
PALO ALTO, Calif., Sept. 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- DisplayLink(®), the leading provider of USB Graphics technology, today demonstrated support for 4K Ultra HD displays over both USB and WiGig connections at the Intel Developer Forum (IDF 13) at the Moscone Center, San Francisco.
DisplayLink's 4K demo comes as 4K monitors and televisions are rapidly becoming available from industry leaders such as Samsung, LG, and ASUS. Using DisplayLink based USB adaptors, users can easily add 4K monitors to PC or Macs that don't have native 4K outputs. Further, multiple 4K monitors can be supported. This vastly increases the available attachable market for 4K monitors.
"Many thought 4K over USB wouldn't be achievable" said John Cummins, VP Sales and Marketing at DisplayLink, "So we pushed the bar further, enabling Ultra HD 4K for both wired and wireless connections. DisplayLink's latest chipset enables users to easily add 4K displays with a single USB adapter or via new wireless technologies such as WiGig (80.211ad). The resolution increase is staggering when used in a business setting for data graphing, spreadsheets, and finance. Upcoming 4K chips will be completely backward compatible with the DisplayLink installed base, enabling business users to easily expand their notebook, tablet, or existing DisplayLink enabled solution to 4K Ultra HD."
DisplayLink will be demonstrating their latest 4K technology at IDF showing both Ultra HD 4K USB adapters and Ultra HD 4K over 802.11ad (WiGig) working in combination with Qualcomm/Atheros/Wilocity, utilizing their latest tri-band chipsets.
To see the 4K demos please visit DisplayLink at the IDF Technology Showcase, Booth 377 on September 10, 11, and 12. Availability of samples and production will be announced at a later date. For more information on DisplayLink and its products please visit http://www.displaylink.com or contact your DisplayLink rep.
About DisplayLink - Plug and Display Solutions.
DisplayLink(®) (http://www.displaylink.com) develops hardware and software solutions to enable easy connectivity between monitors and computing devices over standard interfaces such as USB, Ethernet, and wireless networks. DisplayLink's technology increases productivity and ease-of-use in the multi-display workspace and is deployed to millions of users through globally branded PC products including universal docking stations, monitors, projectors, zero client systems and display adapters.
For more information and product details, visit the DisplayLink Shop and follow DisplayLink on Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube and Twitter.
Trademarks
DisplayLink and the DisplayLink logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of DisplayLink Corporation in the US or other countries. All rights reserved.
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CONTACT: DisplayLink Media Contact: Andy Davis, +886 988 584000, pr@displaylink.com
Celestix Product Release Brings New Simplicity to Two-Factor Authentication
FREMONT, Calif., Sept. 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Celestix Networks, a global provider of strong authentication and application access solutions today announced a feature release that will dramatically simplify two-factor authentication for business users.
"The two-factor authentication market has reached a stage where, as businesses, we are all aware that we need this level of security", said Yong Thye Lin, CEO of Celestix. "The problem lies in the reluctance of users to introduce yet another step into their daily lives, and truly adopt the technology that is now required to adequately protect digital identities and corporate resources. HOTPin 3.7 seeks to eliminate this adoption barrier by focusing on the user experience."
HOTPin 3.7 Tokenless Two-Factor Authentication concentrates on providing an authentication solution for every user through a flexible range of options that now includes a QR code scan functionality. This feature makes generating a secure, one-time password as easy as point-and-scan for users. HOTPin's additional methods for password delivery include a smartphone app, SMS text message, Instant Messenger, and virtual keyboard.
IT professionals will also enjoy another major new feature in HOTPin 3.7 - an authentication API. This enables two-factor authentication to be easily implemented into existing web applications, and includes multiple interfaces along with client libraries, sample applications, and documentation.
Celestix HOTPin is just one component of the company's award-winning range of Microsoft security and access appliances. Also recently announced was Celestix DAX, a dedicated platform for deployment of Microsoft DirectAccess that provides seamless remote access for users without the need for a VPN connection.
About Celestix
For over a decade, Celestix has provided simplified security solutions for organizations seeking strong authentication, secure remote access, and perimeter security platforms. Founded in 1999, Celestix Networks has delivered solutions to thousands of corporate and government organizations worldwide. Celestix is headquartered in Fremont, California with offices in Singapore, Japan, and the UK. For more information call 1 (877) 884-1892 or visit Celestix at http://www.celestix.com.
Core Gamer, Free-to-Play Experts Looking to Partner with Passionate Mobile Game Developers From Around the Globe
REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Sept. 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Perfect World Entertainment, Inc., a leading publisher and operator of free-to-play massively multiplayer games, today announced its aggressive expansion into the mobile space. Already immensely successful online, Perfect World now brings its unmatched experience with free-to-play core games and a "by gamers, for gamers" dedication to mobile so that any studio-partner may better reach hardcore gamers across all digital platforms.
In mobile, Perfect World acts as both developer and publisher, with a focus on core genres: action RPG, strategy, TCG, MMORPG, and MOBA games. After launching and operating over a dozen of client-based games on PC, Perfect World knows what the hardcore player wants and will keep building hits by leveraging its internal studios, such as Cryptic, developer of the highly acclaimed Neverwinter game, as well as partnering with talented third-party developers. Perfect World is willing to take a risk on studios that show a high level of creativity and passion and is committed to helping these studios grow their free-to-play expertise.
"Perfect World knows how to build great free-to-play games, how to excite hardcore gamers and how to trust great studios with their own creative visions," says Fabien-Pierre Nicolas, General Manager, Mobile, Perfect World Entertainment Inc. "With Perfect World's experience and focus, we believe we will not only break into mobile, but will become a leading mobile developer and publisher."
Perfect World Entertainment looks forward to partnering with the some of the most talented development studios around the world. Some of Perfect World's first global publishing partners include:
-- China based iFree Studio with "Elemental Kingdoms", a trading card game
-- San Francisco based Agent Disco with "The Null Society", an RPG
adventure game
-- Seattle based Fugazo with "BombBuds", a turnbased, multiplayer game
-- Austin based Sneaky Games with "Arena of Heroes", an asynchronous MOBA
game
"Perfect World was a natural fit for us," says Andrew Lum, Co-founder, Fugazo. "They trusted us day one in our original creative vision for BombBuds and provided advice on our monetization strategy without over-reaching on our core concepts. They are a rare new breed of publisher."
"I met several publishers but only one team took the time to visit our studios, share in our vision of the game and play our game for hours," says David Godwin, Co-founder, Sneaky Games. "Perfect World trusted us to deliver the first turn-based MOBA and we are excited to be partnering with them on Arena of Heroes."
For more information about Perfect World Entertainment, please visit: http://www.pwe-inc.com/
ABOUT PERFECT WORLD ENTERTAINMENT INC.
Perfect World Entertainment is a leading North American online games publisher specializing in immersive free-to-play MMORPGs. Founded in 2008, Perfect World Entertainment has published a number of popular titles, including Blacklight Retribution, Forsaken World, Perfect World International and Star Trek Online. The company works closely with its American development teams and partners such as Cryptic Studios, developer of the highly acclaimed MMORPG Dungeons & DragonsNeverwinter, and Runic Games, developer of the hit Torchlight series, to provide unparalleled quality of service and game experiences to its players. A subsidiary of Perfect World Co., Ltd. (NASDAQ: PWRD), Perfect World Entertainment is headquartered in Silicon Valley, California. For more information, please visit: http://www.perfectworld.com
INDIANAPOLIS, Sept. 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Broadband Antenna Tracking Systems, (BATS) http://www.batswireless.com/,one of the world's leading innovators of antenna aiming, tracking, and stabilization systems announced its next generation DVM 30, DVM 50, and DVM 90 light and medium payload tracking systems today. The new DVM suite's revolutionary design represents the next step in a ruggedized, more modular system architecture.
The all-new DVM systems contain a ruggedized architecture featuring dual layer water protection; ensuring that our equipment can withstand the harshest environments in the world, a more modular design for easier maintenance, and aluminum construction for enhanced weight reduction. Our new design provides a step-up in the efficiency of our 360 degree continuous positioner, allowing the system to regularly track and optimize highly critical broadband connections.
Our newest DVM delivers a wealth of cutting-edge communications and data opportunities to the energy, maritime, public safety, and broadcasting sectors, enabling end users access to faster speeds at greater distances.
"This DVM suite opens an abundance of new opportunities for IT departments worldwide that are looking for new ways to enhance communication," said Phil Cramer, BATS V.P. Sales & Marketing. "Our 30, 50, and 90 lb. systems provide the ideal solution with their directional microwave links, which result in a longer range and higher throughput. These systems provide impressive reliability and water resistance characteristics, allowing critical networks to operate flawlessly in the kinds of harsh environments our systems typically face."
About BATS
Broadband Antenna Tracking Systems (BATS) provides a proprietary software and hardware platform that locates, locks and tracks wireless broadband communication access points. Through the use of its industry-first automated tracking and stabilization platform, BATS enables organizations to rapidly deploy massive capacity (Gb+), uninterrupted, fixed or mobile wireless networks over long distances without skilled technical resources.
Every day- whether on the battlefield, oil field, or airfield, BATS' technology is proven in some of the harshest environments on earth; providing organizations access to their critical communications. To learn more, visit: http://www.batswireless.com
Ossia Unveils World's First Commercially Viable Remote Wireless Power System
Ossia's revolutionary Cota wireless remote power system automatically charges multiple consumer electronics without line of sight from 30 feet
SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- TechCrunch Disrupt SF - Ossia, Inc. (http://www.ossiainc.com), today came out of its stealth mode on the main stage of TechCrunch Disrupt San Francisco by showcasing its groundbreaking wireless power technology dubbed Cota. The Cota technology, the first commercially viable remote wireless power system, redefines wireless power by automatically delivering targeted energy to multiple devices from as far away as 30 feet, without requiring line of sight. A 30 foot range is enough distance to cover an average two-story home, establishing a new paradigm in power distribution that allows people to use Cota to charge or power a wide range of devices well beyond smartphones, to include remote controls, cameras, video game controllers, flashlights, smoke detectors and more.
During his onstage demo at TechCrunch Disrupt SF, Ossia CEO, Hatem Zeine, lit LEDs and recharged a smartphone from a distance of 10 feet using a prototype Cota-powered transmitter. A video of the live demonstration can be seen here: http://mopr.co/cotabyossia.
"We have been developing the Cota technology in stealth for the last six years," said Zeine. "By revealing for the very first time real wireless power that is remote, efficient and safe, Ossia expects to change everything you think you know about wireless power. Cota will unleash the imagination of product designers and entrepreneurs globally to innovate and create new products that only exist in a completely wireless state - one that is always on and always ready."
Ossia's patented smart antenna technology uses phased arrays to transfer power without the use of inductive coils, ultrasonic waves, magnetic resonance, charging pads or mats. The Cota technology consists of two parts: a charger and a receiver. The Cota-powered charger automatically locates Cota receivers built into devices or batteries, and delivers signals that are sent omnidirectionally. Once they hit the charger, these signals follow the same path back to the receiver, focusing energy at the exact location of the device. Cota continuously streams power to multiple devices, even as they move around a room. The laws of physics make the Cota technology inherently safe, naturally avoiding anything that absorbs energy, such as people, pets and even plants.
Under license from Ossia, consumer electronics OEMs and ODMs will include Cota receivers in new products and will build their own branded Cota transmitters. Existing battery-powered devices can also be easily retrofitted with Cota receivers, even if they are already equipped with one of the three pad-based charging systems. Other companies such as construction and energy businesses are already exploring non-consumer electronics applications for Cota-based wireless power.
Ossia was one of just 30 companies selected from more than 500 applicants from around the world that applied to launch onstage at TechCrunch Disrupt in front of more than 2,000 venture capitalists, journalists, industry influencers, technology innovators and enthusiasts. The company's founder began his research and development in 2006, worked in stealth for many years and ultimately launched Ossia in 2013. The company received $3.2 million in funding and is currently raising a new round of venture capital.
About TechCrunch Disrupt
TechCrunch Disrupt SF 2013 (http://techcrunch.com/events/disrupt-sf-2013/) is TechCrunch's seventh annual conference in San Francisco. The format combines top thought-leader discussions with new product and company launches. During morning executive discussions, technology-driven disruptions in many industries will be debated. Afternoons are reserved for the Startup Battlefield, where 30 new companies will launch for the first time on stage, selected to present from more than 1,000 applications received from around the world. The winning company will receive a $50,000 grand prize and the Disrupt Cup at the conclusion of the conference. The conference is Sept. 9-11, 2013, at The Concourse at San Francisco Design Center located at 635 8th St. (at Brannan) in San Francisco's downtown SOMA district.
About Ossia
Ossia is challenging people's core assumptions about what is possible with wireless power. Ossia's flagship product, Cota, redefines wireless power by safely delivering remote, targeted energy to devices as far away as 30 feet. Built on Ossia's patented smart antenna technology, Cota automatically keeps multiple devices charged without any user intervention, enabling an efficient and truly wire-free, powered-up world, that is always on and always connected. Headquartered in Redmond, Wash., Ossia has operated in stealth since its founding in 2008, and publicly launched at Disrupt San Francisco 2013. Visit our website at http://www.ossiainc.com.
New Two-Lane SPDT Switches from Toshiba Support 3rd Generation PCI Express
Optimally Configured for All Arrangements of PCIe Slots, Connectors and Switches
IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc., (TAEC)*, a committed leader that collaborates with technology companies to create breakthrough designs, today announced the launch of the TC7PCI3412MT and TC7PCI3415MT, which are two-lane SPDT switches that support PCI Express (PCIe) Gen3 (8Gbps) signals.
The TC7PCI3412MT and TC7PCI3415MT reduce switch terminal capacitance to achieve high bandwidth characteristics of 10GHz at -3dB, making high-speed transmission with lower signal degradation capable. The new switches are optimally configured for all arrangements of PCIe slots, connectors and switches on the motherboards of desktop and notebook PCs - as well as servers. The TC7PCI3412MT and TC7PCI3415MT can also be used for high-speed differential lines, including: USB 3.0, DisplayPort 1.2 and SATA 3.0.
Features include:
-- Operating power-supply voltage: V(CC)=3.0V to 3.6V
-- Wide -3dB Bandwidth: 10GHz(typ.) @V(CC)=3.3V
-- Low insertion loss: IL=-1dB @V(CC)=3.3V, f=4GHz
-- Low switch terminal ON-capacitance: C(I/O)=1.5pF(typ.) @V(CC)=3.3V
-- Industry standard packaging: TQFN42
Main Specifications
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According to Talayeh Saderi, business development manager for TAEC, "Our new two-lane SPDT switches have a frequency of 10GHz at -3dB, while many other similar products offer 8GHz at -3dB. Capable of handling up to two PCIe lanes in a given PCIe application, these new switches are ideally suited for circuit design engineers working with third generation PCIe."
Pricing and Availability
Toshiba's new two-lane SPDT switches are available now. Budgetary pricing begins at $0.60 with volume discounts available.
*About Toshiba Corp. and TAEC
About TAEC
Through proven commitment, lasting relationships and advanced, reliable electronic components, Toshiba enables its customers to create market-leading designs. Toshiba is the heartbeat within product breakthroughs from OEMs, ODMs, CMs, VARs, distributors and fabless chip companies worldwide. A committed electronic components leader, Toshiba designs and manufactures high-quality flash memory-based storage solutions, solid state drives (SSDs), hard disk drives (HDDs), discrete devices, advanced materials, medical tubes, custom SoCs/ASICs, imaging products, microcontrollers and wireless components that make possible today's leading smartphones, tablets, cameras, medical devices, automotive electronics, enterprise solutions and more.
Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc. is an independent operating company owned by Toshiba America, Inc., a subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation, Japan's largest semiconductor manufacturer and the world's fifth largest semiconductor manufacturer (Gartner, 2012 Worldwide Semiconductor Revenue, April, 2013). Toshiba Corporation was founded in 1875 and today has over 554 subsidiaries and affiliates, with 210,000 employees worldwide. Visit Toshiba's web site at http://www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm.
Information in this press release, including product pricing and specifications, content of services and contact information, is current and believed to be accurate on the date of the announcement, but is subject to change without prior notice. Technical and application information contained here is subject to the most recent applicable Toshiba product specifications.
Fixico Re-launches Computer Management Service with Child Plan
New user interface and features to protect the most vulnerable computer users
HERZLIA, Israel, September 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
Fixico(TM), an IBM(R) OEM partner, announced today that it has re-launched its
computer management service that scans, fixes, and protects computers, now with a new easy
to use interface, and easy to implement settings for safe child use . In addition Fixico
has rebranded its website, with more visually appealing graphics, and simpler instructions
for an enhanced user experience, for home and business users.
Keeping up with and supervising children's online activity can be challenging,
especially when they have their own computers. Many parents are concerned about children
accessing inappropriate content, receiving aggressive advertising and marketing material,
or unintentionally enabling viruses and spyware to attack due to carelessness or not being
informed about how to avoid scams and viruses.
Fixico's child plan includes advanced web protection that blocks malicious sites,
adult content, and social networking sites, such as Facebook and Twitter. The child plan
also includes, all the core Fixico features - a managed anti-virus service, automatic
maintenance, fine tuning and fixes to common computer problems for enhanced performance.
"As today children are learning, playing and communicating with friends online more
and more, computers are becoming their favorite companions, and vigilant parents recognize
the need to keep close watch on online activity", said Alex Varshavsky, CEO and Co-Founder
at Fixico. "Installing anti-virus programs is just not enough - monitoring children's
activity and limiting access to sites that are known to be inappropriate gives parents
peace of mind, and children a safer and more rewarding online experience."
The Fixico computer management service proactively scans and identifies potential
hardware problems, monitors and tweaks performance 24/7, provides advanced virus
protection, with the ability to fix problems remotely using its cloud-based technology.
When necessary, fixes are automatically put into place, without interrupting or
interfering with computer use.
By streamlining IBM's end point technology (IEM) to make it available to consumers,
Fixico is keeping home computers running securely and efficiently, providing consumers
with a better user experience, and peace of mind that they are protected from security
threats.
About Fixico
Fixico(TM) is an expert IT computer management solution enabling consumers to enjoy
the same computer performance and security as large enterprises. Based on IBM(R)'s end
point management (IEM) technology, Fixico enables highly targeted, real-time
identification, investigation and resolution of hardware and software issues. In addition
to reducing the risk of security threats, Fixico, with its 24/7 monitoring capabilities,
also prolongs the life of the home PC. By combining the best IT practices and technology
streamlined for consumers with its easy to use interface, Fixico enables anyone to enjoy
secure, cost effective, efficient, and worry-free computer operations. For more
information or a free trial, visit http://www.fixico.com.
Square Enix Announces KINGDOM HEARTS HD 1.5 ReMIX Is Now Available For The PlayStation 3 System
Discover the Origins of KINGDOM HEARTS in Stunning High-Definition
LOS ANGELES, Sept. 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Square Enix, Inc., the publisher of SQUARE ENIX® interactive entertainment products in the Americas, today announced that its award-winning title KINGDOM HEARTS HD 1.5 ReMIX is now available in stores exclusively for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system.
In KINGDOM HEARTS HD 1.5 ReMIX, players will be able to indulge in the celebrated KINGDOM HEARTS universe once again with Sora, Riku and the timeless cast of Disney characters, including Mickey, Donald and Goofy. The game marks the first time a KINGDOM HEARTS title has made its way onto the PlayStation®3 system.
The fully remastered HD compilation includes the critically acclaimed KINGDOM HEARTS FINAL MIX, previously exclusive to the Japanese market, and KINGDOM HEARTS Re:Chain of Memories. The compilation will also feature HD cinematic story videos from KINGDOM HEARTS 358/2 Days, enhanced gameplay mechanics and PlayStation®3 system trophies.
"The first KINGDOM HEARTS game was released more than 10 years ago, and following that, my only regret was never releasing KINGDOM HEARTS FINAL MIX overseas," said Tetsuya Nomura, director of the KINGDOM HEARTS franchise at SQUARE ENIX. "With the release of KINGDOM HEARTS HD 1.5 ReMIX, fans everywhere now have the chance to play the game in a brand-new high-definition format - and with that, I'm very pleased."
"With a crossover combo of classic Disney and cutesy Final Fantasy characters, this collection couldn't be more endearing." -@Gamer Magazine, September 2013 (4.5/5)
Key Features
-- Packaged Deal - One disc provides gamers with three titles: KINGDOM
HEARTS FINAL MIX, KINGDOM HEARTS Re:Chain of Memories and HD remastered
cinematics from KINGDOM HEARTS 358/2 Days.
-- Graphics - The character models and facial features have been updated,
and the background textures have been completely overhauled; this is the
most gorgeous KINGDOM HEARTS game to date.
-- Improved Controls - Revamped camera controls and commands create a more
seamless gameplay experience.
-- Adventure through Beloved Disney Worlds - Worlds include Agrabah
(Aladdin), Atlantica (The Little Mermaid), Halloween Town (The Nightmare
Before Christmas), Monstro (Pinnochio), Never Land (Peter Pan), Olympus
Coliseum (Hercules), 100 Acre Wood (Winnie the Pooh), and Wonderland
(Alice in Wonderland).
-- New Content - KINGDOM HEARTS FINAL MIX includes new weapons, items,
Heartless enemies, abilities, synthesis recipes and Gummi ship missions
-- All-star voice cast - The talented roster includes Haley Joel Osment
(Sora), Hayden Panettiere (Kairi), David Gallagher (Riku), Mandy Moore
(Aerith) and Jesse McCartney (Roxas).
The new launch trailer can be viewed on YouTube. The trailer and new screenshots can be downloaded through the press site.
KINGDOM HEARTS HD 1.5 ReMIX is available today for $39.99 and is rated E10+ (Everyone 10 and older). Please visit the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) website at http://www.esrb.org for more information about ratings.
About the KINGDOM HEARTS series
KINGDOM HEARTS is a series of role-playing games created through the collaboration of Disney Interactive and Square Enix. Since the first KINGDOM HEARTS was released in March 2002 for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, the series has expanded with six subsequent entries. The series celebrated its 10(th) anniversary in March 2012, and has shipped over 19 million units worldwide.
About Disney Interactive
Disney Interactive, one of the world's largest creators of high-quality interactive entertainment across all platforms, is the part of The Walt Disney Company responsible for the global creation and delivery of interactive entertainment, multi-platform video games, and family-focused content across all current and emerging digital media platforms. Disney Interactive produces and distributes a broad portfolio of content from Disney Interactive Games and Disney Interactive Media. Products and content released and operated by Disney Interactive include blockbuster mobile, social and console games, online virtual worlds, #1 kid's entertainment destination Disney.com and the #1 Family/Parenting portfolio on the Web.
Disney Interactive is the interactive entertainment part of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS).
About Square Enix, Inc.
Square Enix, Inc. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX, EIDOS® and TAITO® branded entertainment content throughout the Americas as part of the Square Enix Group. The Square Enix Group operates a global network of leading development studios and boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property, including: FINAL FANTASY®, which has sold over 100 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 62 million units worldwide; TOMB RAIDER®, which has sold over 35 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS®. Square Enix, Inc. is a U.S.-based, wholly-owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.
DRAGON QUEST, EIDOS, FINAL FANTASY, SQUARE ENIX, the SQUARE ENIX logo, SPACE INVADERS, TAITO and TOMB RAIDER are registered trademarks or trademarks of the Square Enix Group. "PlayStation" is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment. All other trademarks are properties of their respective owners.
Sony Media Cloud Services Ci Platform Debuts in Europe with Groundbreaking Video Production Applications and Wireless Camera Integration
New Services and Application Integration Give Creative Professionals A Virtual Studio in the Cloud
CULVER CITY, Calif., Sept. 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Media Cloud Services today announced the debut of new production applications and wireless camera integration during its European launch of Ci(SM), a dynamic cloud-based video production and library platform. Since its launch at NAB in April, Ci has released new and enhanced services which include: Ci RoughCut, a browser-based application that enables the sourcing and stitching of multiple clips; and collaboration tools Ci AudioReview and Ci VideoReview, which allow any person throughout the production process to review, annotate, and collaborate on media files from any location in real-time. To help creative professionals gain access to content immediately, Ci recently integrated Sony's wireless camera adapter to deliver camera-to-cloud functionality. Sony Media Cloud Services will demonstrate these applications and provide a sneak peek into wireless camera-to-cloud integration in Sony's booth at IBC this week.
"With today's production teams dispersed across multiple locations and up against accelerating production timelines, getting content from the camera into the hands of editors, producers, or directors quickly and efficiently can be challenging, to say the least - especially when they're working with extremely large files," said Naomi Climer, President, Sony Media Cloud Services. "Ci's ability to receive content wirelessly from cameras and immediately launch applications like RoughCut and VideoReview to source, stitch, edit, and collaborate with stakeholders streamlines the entire workflow cycle so that, as soon as content is shot, people around the world can start working. That's exciting."
Collaborative Production Applications
Ci's broad ecosystem of studio-designed applications helps teams collect, organize, manage, collaborate, edit, conform, review, approve, and finalize content. New to the production application roster, Ci RoughCut complements production workflows during the early phases of the editorial process, allowing users to define cut lists, source, export, and share with users. Ci's browser-based collaboration tools provide audio track and frame-accurate threaded commenting and annotation, real-time group discussions with onscreen notifications, and the ability to export EDL markers to help streamline the editorial process. Ci's enhanced media management services include personal and team workspaces for work-in-progress materials and library tools built for the collection, organization, and storage of finished media files.
From the Camera to the Cloud
Now complemented by the wireless camera-to-cloud connectivity recently announced for Sony's line of professional camcorders, the Ci platform uses Sony's wireless adapter to collect footage from the camera, enabling easy transmission over networks and efficient remote Wi-Fi operation. Users can transmit high-resolution files via 3G, 4G, LTE, or Wi-Fi to a broadcast station, or upload them directly into Ci's cloud environment, to speed production workflows. This capability enables transmitting dailies from a field location, monitoring recorded images quickly onsite, remotely sharing edited work on a cloud platform, and more.
Built for large-scale productions, budget-conscious independently produced films, television, news and sports content, Ci offers a variety of subscriptions and packages to suit all production budgets and workflow requirements. Introduced at IBC in beta, Ci's new self-service model will allow creative professionals at any level to sign up online for free and start using Ci immediately. Professional monthly subscriptions start at EUR19 EUR / $25 USD per month per user with scalable storage and production application bundle options. Ci will also be previewing new archive capabilities designed for longer term, secure and durable storage of Ci managed content.
During IBC's Workflow Solutions session on Saturday, September 14, at 5:00 p.m. Ms. Climer will host Chris Cookson, President, Sony Pictures Technologies, to discuss how digital workflows have changed video production and where Ci and the cloud can evolve the industry. The entire Ci platform is available in the US and Europe and can be seen in action during the IBC conference in the Sony booth located in Hall 12, the Elicium.
About Sony Media Cloud Services
Sony Media Cloud Services transforms media and entertainment production workflows with the industry's first cloud services built by media professionals, for media professionals. Sony MCS Ci apps, complemented with the infinite scalability of the cloud, make enterprise-grade capabilities available to creative professionals at all levels, from studios and broadcasters to independent production companies, marketing teams and creative individuals--without the need to buy or maintain costly infrastructure. Analysis algorithms and anywhere, anytime collaboration make production processes more streamlined and efficient so media professionals can focus on creating compelling content. For more information, please visit http://www.sonymcs.com.
EarthLink Launches 4G Wireless Internet-at-Home Service
Agreement with Clearwire Powers new EarthLink Wireless Internet Offering
ATLANTA, Sept. 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- EarthLink, Inc., (NASDAQ: ELNK) a leading IT services and communications provider, today announced the launch of its new 4G Internet-at-Home wireless Internet plans for consumers. EarthLink's service will utilize the Clearwire 4G network via a wholesale agreement announced last September. EarthLink will offer two packages ideal for wireless Internet access for the home in over 80 cities nationwide. Starting at $29.95 a month, the At Home service delivers wireless Internet on up to 8 Wi-Fi enabled devices including smartphones, tablets and laptops and does not require a term commitment. This launch follows EarthLink's June 2013 launch of its new 4G Internet-on-the-Go wireless mobile Internet plans.
EarthLink's 4G Internet-at-Home Standard Plan for $29.95 a month includes Internet speeds up to 3Mbps and 5GB of monthly data. The Premium Plan, priced at $49.95 a month, doubles that speed and data usage to 6Mbps and 10 GB of monthly data. EarthLink also offers incremental data packages starting at $4.95 per month that can be added or removed at any time for a customer-tailored data offering. Visit http://www.earthlink.net/wireless-internet/4g-internet/ for more details about EarthLink's 4G Internet-at-Home plans.
"After the successful launch of our 4G Internet-on-the-Go wireless plans earlier this summer, we are pleased to now extend our wireless broadband portfolio for home use," said Kevin F. Brand, Executive Vice President for EarthLink. "Consumer response to our initial wireless offering was very positive, as combining Clearwire's leadership in 4G with EarthLink's keen focus on customer care satisfies a real need in the marketplace."
EarthLink's 4G Wireless Internet-at-Home service is available in over 80 cities including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta, Houston, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Dallas, Washington, D.C, Seattle and Miami.
About EarthLink
EarthLink, Inc. (NASDAQ: ELNK) is a leading IT services and communications provider to more than 150,000 businesses and one million consumers nationwide. EarthLink empowers customers with managed services including cloud computing, managed and private cloud, and virtualization services such as managed hosting and cloud workspace. EarthLink also offers a robust portfolio of IT security, application hosting, colocation and IT support services. The company operates an extensive network spanning 29,421 route fiber miles with 90 metro fiber rings and 8 secure data centers providing ubiquitous nationwide data and voice IP service coverage across more than 90 percent of the country. Founded in 1994, EarthLink's award-winning reputation for outstanding service and product innovation is supported by an experienced team of professionals focused on best-in-class customer care. For more information, visit EarthLink's website at http://www.earthlink.com.
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Tektronix Expands Entry Level TBS1000 Oscilloscope Series with 4-Channel Models
New Offerings Combine Versatility, Excellent Performance, 5-year Warranty
BEAVERTON, Ore., Sept. 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Tektronix, Inc., the world's leading manufacturer of oscilloscopes, today announced the expansion of its TBS1000 oscilloscope series to include three new 4-channel models at 60 MHz, 100 MHz and 150 MHz bandwidth. Designed and built by Tektronix, the TBS1000 oscilloscopes are backed by a 5-year warranty for years of reliable electronics testing in research and development, education, service and manufacturing applications.
With a full set of the most frequently used measurement types and analysis functions, 4-channel TBS1000 oscilloscopes range in price from just $990 US MSRP for a 4-channel 60 MHz model to $1,790 for a 4-channel 150 MHz oscilloscope. The instruments offer excellent performance and accuracy with up to 1 GS/s sample rate and 2 percent dc gain accuracy down to 2 mV/div.
The TBS1000 Series (TBS stands for Tektronix Basic Scope) oscilloscopes were launched in November 2012 bringing five 2-channel models to market. The addition of 4-channels adds versatility that opens up the TBS1000 series to a wider range of test environments, such as entry level design and debug and quality assurance applications.
Both the 2- and 4-channel oscilloscopes include a fully-featured, fully documented programmatic interface for instrument control and data transfer, a waveform logging feature that allows users to log waveforms to a USB flash drive, and a pass/fail mask test that allows a user to specify a tolerance band around the signal and take action if the signal goes outside the band.
"At these prices service facilities, test labs, design centers and universities around the world can afford to equip their entire teams with a very capable digital oscilloscope," said Jeff Yost, general manager, Basic Oscilloscopes at Tektronix. "And this isn't just another oscilloscope - it's a Tektronix oscilloscope, the most widely used oscilloscope in the world. That means intuitive operation familiar to engineers everywhere and accurate, repeatable results."
Pricing & Availability
Four-channel TBS1000 Series oscilloscopes are available now with prices starting at $990 US MSRP. Each oscilloscope includes an Education Resource CD offering a broad range of lab exercises, instructor's guides and primers that cover the use of oscilloscopes and probes.
Wondering what else Tektronix is up to? Check out the Tektronix Bandwidth Banter blog and stay up to date on the latest news from Tektronix on Twitter and Facebook.
About Tektronix
For more than sixty-five years, engineers have turned to Tektronix for test, measurement and monitoring solutions to solve design challenges, improve productivity and dramatically reduce time to market. Tektronix is a leading supplier of test equipment for engineers focused on electronic design, manufacturing, and advanced technology development. Headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon, Tektronix serves customers worldwide and offers award-winning service and support. Stay on the leading edge at http://www.tektronix.com.
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Wacom's latest styli broaden appeal for everyday use with mobile devices
VANCOUVER, Wash., Sept. 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Wacom introduces a new line of Bamboo((TM)) styli. Bamboo Stylus solo and Bamboo Stylus duo are second-generation, improved versions of the popular range of digital styli first introduced in 2011. The Bamboo Stylus solo is a stylus for touchscreen devices like the iPad(®). A protective cap for the rubber nib has been added to the new version. The Bamboo Stylus duo is a two-in-one solution offering both a stylus for touchscreens and a ballpoint pen for paper use.
Styli with style
Bamboo Stylus solo and Bamboo Stylus duo offer a best-in-class pen-like experience in an elegant, premium design. The soft touch paint on the barrel and the color-coordinated, polished anodized aluminium cap sets these styli apart from others on the market. Both versions come in a range of cool colors, which add a touch of fun and flair to everyone's tablet or smartphone. Whether it's blue, pink, yellow or green, there's a color to fit everyone's mood. Feeling conservative? The duo and solo still come in a black and a white version.
Improved writing and sketching
The pen-on-tablet experience is improved by a now even slimmer rubber nib (5 mm) for the solo and duo. The body of the stylus feels solid and balanced in hand. Writing, doodling or navigating on a touch screen becomes even more natural and authentic than before. "While touch is still the primary input method on most smartphones or tablets, the stylus has now definitely found its place among users", says Rick Peterson, director of consumer products for Wacom Americas. "Styli bring a more accurate and precise way of taking notes in meetings or classrooms, sketching out rough ideas while on the go or adding handwritten elements to visual messages with suitable apps - like our own Bamboo Loop, for example, or Bamboo Paper, which lets you capture ideas and thoughts anywhere, anytime", Peterson adds. "After all, Wacom now has 30 years experience in digital pen technology, and that shows."
Availability and Pricing
The second-generation Bamboo Stylus solo ($19 USD) and Bamboo Stylus duo ($29 USD) will be available in October at select retail locations and through Wacom's eStore. Visit http://www.wacom.com for more details.
About Wacom
Founded in 1983, Wacom is a global company based in Japan with subsidiaries and affiliate offices around the world to support marketing and distribution in over 150 countries. Wacom's vision to bring people and technology closer together through natural interface technologies has made it the world's leading manufacturer of pen tablets, interactive pen displays, and digital interface solutions. The advanced technology of Wacom's intuitive input devices has been used to create some of the most exciting digital art, films, special effects, fashion and designs around the world. Millions of customers are using Wacom's cordless, battery-free, pressure-sensitive pen technology to express their creativity.
For more information, please contact:
Douglas A. Little
Sr. Public Relations Manager
Wacom Technology Services, Corp.
360-896-9833 x174
douglas.little@wacom.com
Introducing RackStation RS214: Synology® Debuts Their Latest 2-Bay, 1U Rackmount NAS for Small Creative Organizations and Businesses
BELLEVUE, Wash., Sept. 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Synology is pleased to announce the release of the RackStation RS214; their latest 2-bay,1U rackmount NAS. Featuring easy data management, and sharing, the RS214 is designed to serve creative business users with modest storage needs.
Powered by a 1.2 GHz processor, and utilizing link aggregation, the RS214 delivers an average of 70 MB/sec writing speed, and over 160 MB/sec reading under RAID1 configuration in a Windows(®) environment.
The built-in floating-point unit enhances multimedia processing, while the 512MB DDR3 RAM, boost multi-tasking performance. Featuring a compacting design in 12-inch depth, the RS214 fits into 2-post rack and wall mount rack without additional rail kit.
The RS214 is designed for reliability. Dual LAN failover support ensures continual network uptime, and its hot-swappable drive-bays make for easy disk replacement. The bays are also equipped with locking mechanisms, to prevent unintentional access.
"The RS214 is a great value when it comes to 2-bay rackmount NAS devices," said Thadd Weil, Public Relations Manager for Synology America Corp. "With two gigabit NICs, and two USB 3.0 interfaces, the RS214 offers a multitude of connectivity options for creative professionals."
As with all Synology NASs, the RS214 runs on DiskStation Manager (DSM). Now in version 4.3, DSM provides an intuitive web-based operating system that comes with a host of applications to augment Synology NASs.
Founded in April of 2000, Synology Inc. is a leader in next-generation Network Attached Storage (NAS) servers for the home and small to medium sized business markets. Specializing in both hardware and software for network attached storage devices; Synology products are feature-rich, easy-to-use, energy-efficient, reliable and affordable. All Synology product investments are enhanced with product warranties, free software upgrades and 24/7 online support. Visit http://www.Synology.com for more information
Synology has a global presence with regional offices in the US (Bellevue, Washington), and the UK (London, England), Germany (Dusseldorf), and Taiwan (Taipei).