Broadview Networks Selects OneAccess Network's One Series Multi-Service Routers
Single Platform Integrates Multi-Service Router and Layer 2 EAD Capabilities for Delivery of Managed Services to SMBs and Enterprises
HERNDON, Virginia and NEW YORK, September 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
OneAccess Networks [http://www.oneaccess-net.com/onesite ], a global manufacturer of
multi-service routers and Ethernet access devices, today announced that their One Series
multi-service router and gateway solutions, with integrated Bonded Copper and fiber
Ethernet, have been selected by Broadview Networks for the delivery of managed services to
the SMB (small- and medium-sized business) and enterprise industries/markets. The One
Series offers a broad multi-service router portfolio with integrated Layer 2 technologies,
reducing the cost of managed services by eliminating the need for a separate EAD, while
maintaining the Layer 2 OAM management protocols.
Broadview Networks is a network-based business communications provider serving
customers with a suite of communications services, including patented cloud-based VoIP
systems, data services and a full suite of cloud computing services. Their customers
benefit from award-winning customer service, including a Web-based account management tool
and a primary point-of-contact for real-time, personal customer care.
The OneAccess One Series reduces the number of appliances required to deploy managed
cloud services to the SMB and enterprise industries/markets. As a result, service
providers can realize significant advantages, including improved CAPEX ROI, simplified
element management, reduced inventory, seamless Quality of Service (QoS) performance and
reduced field technician training.
"As the migration from barely broadband T1 circuits accelerates, service providers
need high-performance multi-service router solutions that enable higher bandwidth services
while reducing CAPEX and OPEX," said Dennis R. Gatens, vice president and general manager
of OneAccess Networks, North America. "The One Series provides Broadview Networks with a
solution that evolves the Layer 3-centric multi-service router to an application delivery
platform, enabling a roadmap of cloud services for SMB and enterprise."
In addition to a high-performance, business class routing engine, the One Series
offers application performance monitoring, control and acceleration features that enable
end point visibility for delivery of high-value managed cloud services to the SMB and
Enterprise customer. With OneOptimization software features, such as NetAPM, NetControl
and NetBooster, Broadview Networks can evolve its existing services to include cloud-based
application delivery with a software upgrade to the deployed One Series multi-service
router, making it effectively an application delivery platform.
"As Broadview Networks looks to the future of Ethernet WAN technologies integrated
with features that enable the delivery of cloud-based services to the SMB, OneAccess has
proven its vision of an application delivery platform," said Sanjay Patel, vice president
of technology for Broadview Networks. "The ability to evolve an SMB's services over time
through software feature upgrades provides Broadview Networks with the ability to
differentiate its services and offer a roadmap of cloud services to the SMB."
"As part of our expanding global presence, we are pleased to become a vendor-partner
of Broadview Networks," said Bertrand Meis, CEO of OneAccess Networks. "Our selection by
Broadview Networks reflects our commitment to deliver innovative solutions that enable
higher value-managed services for SMBs and enterprises, with a roadmap to cloud services,
while lowering the total cost of ownership."
With the One Series, Broadview Networks will realize the added benefits of software
feature integration that includes eSBC (enterprise Session Border Controller) and
application visibility, control and optimization features that are necessary for a roadmap
of high-value managed cloud services. Integration of the EAD with the Multi-Service Router
is another proof point of OneAccess' commitment to lead the evolution of the MSR from a
Layer 3-centric network element to a cloud-based application delivery solution.
About OneAccess Networks
OneAccess designs, develops and markets innovative platforms for the profitable
delivery of CPE-based managed network services for communication service providers (CSPs).
Its multi-service access routers and Carrier Ethernet devices are designed to ensure
service continuity and a high quality of experience for managed broadband and wireless
data and voice services targeted at enterprise customers. OneAccess service-delivery
platforms align with the current and future deployment and operating models of service
providers by optimizing the delivery of managed Cloud services and migration to SDN
architectures. OneAccess CPE platforms are used by more than 150 communication service
providers internationally, including some of the world's largest telecommunications
companies. With a global presence that includes North America, Europe and Asia, OneAccess,
a private company, was incorporated in 2001. For more information, visit http://www.oneaccess-net.com.
Media Contact:
OneAccess Networks, North America
Dennis R Gatens
+1-571-335-8700 x202
dennis.gatens@oneaccess-net.com
Wacom introduces the first touch pad on the market with a stylus for diverse and natural feeling computer input
VANCOUVER, Wash., Sept. 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Bamboo((TM)) Pad is Wacom's latest solution for adding navigation gestures as well as drawing and handwriting capabilities to a typical, everyday PC or Mac(®) experience. Once plugged into any Windows(®) 8 (or Windows 7) operated laptop or desktop computer, Bamboo Pad immediately delivers an authentic and more natural navigation experience to the user.
"Bamboo Pad is not just the next touch pad on the market. For people who would love to add a personal signature, a drawing or some handwritten comments to their documents, this new product offers the wonderful feel that only a pressure-sensitive Wacom stylus can produce," states Rick Peterson, director of consumer products for Wacom Americas.
Bamboo Pad's ultra-slim design offers comfortable usage even throughout long working hours. Compared to a traditional computer mouse the new pad offers natural feeling multi-touch gestures (particularly under Windows 8). Communication becomes even more visual and fun by adding sketches, drawings or handwriting with the included stylus. "Add a personal signature to an e-mail or highlight words and paragraphs to support an important point or message," says Peterson. "Windows 8 users also have the chance to download the new Bamboo Page app from the Windows Store for free. This software allows a head start into note-taking and light sketching."
Wacom's two-in-one human interface device feels natural, looks stylish and gives users an opportunity to not only work in a relaxed and comfortable fashion, but add a little bit of fun and creativity to home or office computer input. Wacom's technology makes sure that gestures and handwriting never interfere with each other as the pad automatically recognizes whether a pen or finger are first to come into proximity with the pad's surface. For Windows 7 and 8 users, simply plug in Bamboo Pad to activate the device. For Apple computers (MacOS 10.7 or later) a driver has to be installed first, which can be downloaded from the Wacom support website.
Bamboo Pad wireless ($79 USD) and wired ($49 USD) models are intended to be available the latter half of this month or the beginning of October at select retail locations and Wacom's eStore. Users can choose from four designs. Either a discrete grey with a shiny surface or a basically white pad with one of three fresh and fashionable color accents in blue, light green or purple (wireless connection only). Of course every feel ((TM)) enabled Bamboo Stylus can also be used on the Bamboo Pad. Visit http://www.wacom.com for more details on Bamboo Pad.
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
SMI Eye Tracking Creates Thrill in Survival Horror Game
Eye tracking technology by SensoMotoric Instruments (SMI) powers new concept of passive eye gaze interaction for an entirely new gaming experience
BERLIN and TELTOW, Germany, September 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
While at the IFA in Berlin, new trends for consumer electronics are presented,
SensoMotoric Instruments (SMI) [http://www.smivision.com ] introduces a completely new
form of user experience for video games powered by SMI's contact-free eye tracking
technology [http://www.smivision.com/redoem ]. The experimental survival horror game
called "Sophia", created by game designer Martin Dechant from University of Regensburg,
uses real-time information on the gaze behavior of players to adapt the story of the game.
A player's gaze triggers unexpected events leading to an individual experience, more
thrill and ultimately more fun. The idea of this passive gaze interaction goes far beyond
active eye control, e.g. where the mouse is replaced by eye gaze. The game analyzes the
user's gaze to generate individual real-time content and user feedback. The goal of SMI is
to further study and refine the "Sophia" concept in cooperation with the developer of the
game and to use it as a blueprint for gaze interaction in other application fields.
SensoMotoric Instruments has more than 20 years of proven track record in eye tracking
technology. SMI's RED-oem platform (http://www.smivision.com/redoem) is a flexible
tool which allows enterprise customers to integrate eye tracking with their own
applications and products. For individual developers who would like to implement gaze
interaction applications, the affordable gaze tracker myGaze(R) can be purchased at the
web store of SMI's OEM partner Visual Interaction at http://www.mygaze.com.
The implementation of passive gaze interaction in "Sophia" is based on general eye
movement patterns of experienced gamers. These were revealed during extensive eye tracking
studies from the media computer science group of University of Regensburg. Objects appear
or react and events change according to the visual focus of the player. Spiders are
falling from the ceiling, fire starts to burn. The gaze data is also linked to special
sound effects created by Filippo Beck Peccoz. Also active gaze control elements are used
in the course of the game, such as gaze puzzles or special functions which can be
activated with eye blinks. Sophia is developed by using the 3D Unity engine and Blender
for maximal compatibility with standard gaming platforms.
Martin Dechant, Game Developer: "I have tested Sophia with experienced gamers and
feedback was very positive. Overall, they thought gaze interaction was really cool. The
gaze interaction elements smoothly integrate into the flow of the game."
Christian Villwock, Director SMI: "Sophia outlines the added-value gaze interaction
can bring to games and even more targeted application fields. For customers who seek to
integrate eye tracking and gaze interaction with their own application, SMI's RED-oem
platform and SDK is the most flexible high performance solution in the market."
Dr. Christian Wolff, University of Regensburg: "With many horror games on the market,
the promise of thrill and suspense often is not matched by the gaming experience as events
are foreseeable. Our studies on gamers' gaze behavior were of great importance in creating
this completely new gaming experience with Sophia."
Every now and then you find a game on an app store that completely takes you by
surprise. The game is addictive and fun, and after a few hours you realise that that's all
you will be playing with. There are just a few of these games in gaming history, and
funnily enough, the majority of them are on mobile devices.
Pick up and play games like these that have highly addictive engines at their core are
rare. However, now and then one comes along that blows the rest out of the water. Candy
Madness could well be one of those games. It's addictive, fun and incredibly charming.
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The concept of the game is very simple. In fact, a child could pick up and play it
within seconds and be well on the way to ring up some high scores within minutes. And that
shows the quality behind the game. That's the key reason why the game is so successful. It
has amazing ease of use and a high-level of playability. This is the key to many of the
games that have done well over the last few years on mobile devices. The easier they are
to play and get involved in, the more popular they become. And Candy Madness is most
definitely one of those games. Once you have picked it up, within a few minutes you're
well on the way to producing high scores and becoming highly addicted to this most simple
of games.
A puzzler, at heart
It is essentially a puzzle game, but the word puzzle doesn't quite do it justice. It's
not meant to hurt your brain; in fact it's meant to stimulate the brain and to encourage
it to make intelligent choices. All you have to do in the game is move candy into the
correct colour location on the screen. The fewer moves you take to move the candy the
higher your score. And that's it. However, while it is incredibly simple to get used to
and play, to master the game is something else. That's why the game has taken off so
massively, because players are realising that there are hours and hours of gameplay in
this title. The very best players will put the hours in and build their reputations as
they prove able to master the movement of these candy pieces to very high levels.
The developers of the game promise an update soon, but it is quite hard to see how
they can improve on this game as it currently stands. However, the simplicity involved in
a game is perhaps the key to the developments that will follow. Soon enough, it is certain
that someone will master the game and become a highly developed player. Further
developments and updates for the game will have to take this into account and add extra
challenges to Candy Madness. The developers also promise further improvements and a series
of challenges to make the game more interesting to more accomplished players. This is an
incredibly simple but addictive game, expect to see it blow up huge on the app stores in
the next few weeks.
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. 10, 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® and National Instruments® 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.
"By 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," 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® IP Integrator (IPI). Vivado IPI accelerates the integration of customer IP, Xilinx LogiCORE(TM) and SmartCORE(TM) IP, third party IP, MathWorks Simulink® designs built with Xilinx's System Generator, and C/C++ and System C synthesized IP with Vivado High-Level Synthesis (HLS).
"Leveraging 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," said Ties Bos, director of Software and FPGA at Gainspeed, Inc. "The 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."
Based on industry standards such as the ARM® 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®-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® and Simulink, and National Instruments LabVIEW(TM) to model the hardware and software behavior for today's 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 industry's first All Programmable SoC.
Embedded system designers use LabVIEW and NI® 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® 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.
To learn more about how Xilinx is staying a generation ahead with All Programmable Abstractions visit http://www.xilinx.com/apa
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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IBC 2013 - At the Edge of Innovation, Sagemcom, One of the Worldwide Leaders in Broadband Technology, Demonstrates Live 4K TV and Multi-Device Content Redistribution
PARIS, September 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
Sagemcom paves the way to tomorrow's television, and showcases during IBC in Amsterdam
Ultra-HD television, advanced video content redistribution and next-generation wireless
transmission. These innovations are combined to enable the operators to deliver a
performing and secure multi-screen multi-device superior viewing experience to their
subscribers.
Sagemcom demonstrates, at IBC, live Ultra High Definition Television, on a platform
able to deliver extremely sharp pictures and smooth motion, with a resolution up to four
times higher than standard High Definition. The platform supports High Efficiency Video
Coding (HEVC), thus allowing operators to optimize the bandwidth required to broadcast
their content.
Sagemcom also showcases next-generation video gateways, acting as video server
redistributing High Definition content within the home, on any connected device, such as
client STBs, tablets or smartphones - without any compromise on the quality of the viewing
experience, thanks to a multi HD transcoder embedded in the digital core chipset of the
product.
The platform, powered by an ARM chipset and running a software suite developed by
Sagemcom, will be deployed before year-end, and will deliver a highly secured content
redistribution, thanks to the integration of a complete CAS-to-DRM management solution,
granting an optimal protection of content owners' assets.
Sagemcom relies on its proven expertise on Wi-Fi, including latest 802.11ac, to deploy
the latter in the coming weeks on its products. The next-generation STBs embed this
wireless solution, in dual concurrent configuration, that allows the operators to propose
a smooth, reliable, performing and wireless High Definition TV distribution at home.
Sagemcom, leader on the connected home market, shows its innovative abilities and one
of its trademark: bring on time integrated solutions addressing its consumers' needs.
According to Olivier Taravel, Sagemcom's Deputy Chief Executive Officer in charge of
Digital Set-Top Box Unit, "Sagemcom proves its capacities to develop, integrate and
deliver to the operators the latest innovations that will outline the television of
tomorrow".
About Sagemcom
French high-technology group with an international dimension, Sagemcom operates on
markets of broadband (digital home, digital set-top box, broadband and residential
terminals), telecom and energy (telecommunications infrastructure, smartgrid and
metering), and management of documents (printing terminals, software and solutions,
digital production workflow).
With a turnover of about 1.3 billion Euros, Sagemcom employs 4 600 people on five
continents; already a European leader in most of its key markets, Sagemcom aims to become
a world leader in high added value communicating terminals.
Toys"R"Us® Announces tabeo(TM) e2 - The Next Generation Of Its Hit Tablet Just For Kids
Design is Bigger, Better and Faster, Featuring 30 Preloaded Apps, Enhanced Parental Controls and More
tabeo(TM) e2, Plus Ecosystem of Branded Accessories, Available in Toys"R"Us Stores and Online at tabeo.com in October
WAYNE, N.J., Sept. 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Toys"R"Us(®) today announced that next month it will debut tabeo((TM)) e2, the next generation of its popular Wi-Fi Android((TM)) tablet for kids that launched during the 2012 holiday season. Designed by the kids authority, the upgraded, 8-inch, multi-touch screen tablet is bigger, better and faster than the original tabeo and still provides content kids love and safety features parents desire. tabeoe2 offers access to thousands of free apps in the tabeo App store and comes preloaded with dozens of premium apps carefully selected to entertain and educate children ages 6 to 11. Featuring enhanced technology, such as the Android Jelly Bean 4.2 operating system, Bluetooth((TM)) and a dual-core 1.0 GHz processor for faster performance, tabeoe2 also includes improved parental controls and high-impact screen protection. tabeoe2 will be available in three colors exclusively at Toys"R"Us stores nationwide and online at tabeo.com beginning in October for $149.99.
"From the day tabeo arrived in Toys"R"Us stores nearly one year ago, we were incredibly pleased by the response from our customers who were excited to bring home a sophisticated, yet affordable, kid-safe tablet for the whole family to enjoy," said Richard Barry, Executive Vice President, Chief Merchandising Officer, Toys"R"Us, Inc. "We are committed to continually evolving our products, and over the past year have spent considerable time talking to parents and children to help us enhance their tabeo experience. The result is tabeoe2, which features a bigger screen, better resolution and faster performance, plus quality, kid-friendly content and flexible controls to keep kids safe online. We are delighted to deliver this new and improved tablet to our valued customers just in time for the upcoming holiday season."
A Bigger, Better and Faster Tablet Experience for Kids
Designed to provide users with an even more compelling tablet experience, tabeoe2 has been engineered specifically for kids of the digital generation. The larger 8-inch multi-touch screen displays more than 16 million colors with an advanced 1024 x 768 pixel screen resolution. That, combined with a faster dual-core 1.0 GHz processor and quad-core graphics processing unit (GPU), lets users switch between browsing the Internet, watching movies and playing games with ease, speed and clarity. tabeo e2 is also Bluetooth enabled, allowing it to work with all Bluetooth wireless speakers and accessories.
tabeoe2( )will be available in a blue, pink or clear protective case that has been custom-made to shield the tablet when dropped from low heights or when bumped into other objects. While maintaining the device's sleek profile, this removable hard case with rubberized siding frames the front and back of the tablet, guarding the four corners surrounding the display. Every tabeo e2 also comes complete with one micro USB cable and one specially designed charging pin to ensure easy connection to a computer or wall outlet for charging.
Additionally, storage space has doubled to 8GB on tabeoe2, providing families with ample space to store the thousands of free apps available through the tabeo App Store. Also available through the app store, parents can easily load must-have programs, including the Toys"R"Us Movies app where thousands of family-friendly movies and TV shows are available for streaming and download directly on tabeoe2. For users looking to store even more content, including photos, videos, movies and more, the tablet's memory is expandable up to 64GB through a micro SDHC slot. Families can also enjoy content that's been downloaded on their device right on their home TVs by using the mini HDMI((TM)) output on tabeoe2.
Advanced Safety Features
To help keep kids safe online, Toys"R"Us has developed an upgraded suite of customizable parental controls especially for tabeo e2. New application management tools allow adults to see when new apps are installed, block unwanted apps from running until approved and set time and date limits for specific app use.
Additionally, parents can limit children's time online and take advantage of the unique filtering system to block up to 27 content categories and specific sites deemed inappropriate by the device administrator.
Kid-Friendly, Premium Content
Designed to engage, entertain, educate and excite kids, tabeoe2 offers an entire suite of content right out of the box. With an assortment of 30 pre-installed apps, kids can immediately begin to use the device for gaming, entertaining, learning and more. Each premium app included on tabeoe2 provides users with high-end content and was carefully selected by the tabeo team to ensure that it is kid-friendly, safe and fun, including:
Games: More than 10 games, including Need for Speed((TM) )Most Wanted, Bejeweled(®) 2, The Game of Life((TM)), Temple Run 2 and Fruit Ninja, tabeo e2 provides users guaranteed fun with these and more of today's most popular titles.
Education and Creativity: From language learning with Little Pim(®) and interactive books from IStoryBooks, to learning basic math through a global adventure with Operation Math((TM)) and expressing creativity through Crayola DigiTools((TM))Effects, parents will find several apps to educate children in the areas of math, science and more.
Entertainment: Families looking for fun content that will allow kids to enjoy immersive experiences with their favorite brands and characters on tabeo e2 can find an app for just that, including, Cartoon Network((TM)), WWE, Paper Camera, My Little Pony(®) and Kidobi(®), among others.
Special Needs: Parents looking for popular, kid-favorite apps that can help children with special needs learn and develop specific skills need look no further than the Toys"R"Us App Guide for Differently-Abled Kids. Using the skills criteria featured in the company's annual Toys"R"Us Toy Guide for Differently-Abled Kids, 25 free apps have been selected with the help of Wynsum Arts, a social enterprise dedicated to making app discovery and mobile technology accessible to children of all abilities. This quick reference tool includes apps such as Swapsies - Occupations, PicSay - Photo Editor, Learning Letters for Kids and Cookie Dunk Jump, among many others, that are available for download in the tabeo App Store.
Customer Service: To ensure that tabeoe2 owners receive dedicated, 24-hour tabeo customer service for any questions they might have, Toys"R"Us has included a preloaded customer service chat app on the device, which allows parents to quickly and easily chat with representatives directly on the tablet itself when connected to WiFi. A tabeo-specific customer service line is also available at 1-888-477-0888 to provide further assistance.
An Ecosystem of tabeo e2 Accessories
A suite of more than 15 tabeo-branded accessories will launch this fall to coincide with the debut of tabeoe2. Stylish cases, high-quality speakers, colorful headphones, cables, bumpers and more, will be available at Toys"R"Us stores nationwide and online at Toysrus.com. Following is a sampling of the accessories, which range in price from $9.99 to $69.99:
-- DJ Headphones
-- iHome Docking Station
-- Tablet Cases
-- Car Adapter
-- Adjustable Headset
In addition, kids can transform tabeo e2 into a full karaoke experience with tabeoke from The Singing Machine(®). To get the party started, little singers can dock their tabeo e2 to the device to access preloaded and parent-approved songs and lyrics via the preloaded tabeoke app. Each tabeoke includes a wired microphone with two microphone jacks and speakers, echo and balance control as well as Bluetooth streaming.
Inside tabeo e2
Additional information about this kid-friendly tablet will be released on tabeo.com in the coming weeks, including a full list of preloaded apps, safety features and details.
Storage Flash memory: 8 GB*
Expandable via micro SDHC slot up to 64
GB
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Operating system
Android(TM) Jelly Bean 4.2
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CPU
Dual-core 1.0 GHz
Quad-core GPU
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RAM
1GB
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Display 8" capacitive multi-touch screen 16 million colors
1024 x
768 pixels
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Video playback
H.264 up to 1080p resolution - 30 fps
MPEG-4 - 30 fps
The device can play video files with the following
extensions: .avi, .mp4, mkv, .mov, and .flv
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Computer interface Micro USB
Audio jack 3.5mm
Micro SD slot (SDHC compatible)
up to 64 GB
Mini HDMI
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Communication protocols
WiFi
Bluetooth(TM)
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Miscellaneous
Dual-facing camera
Built-in speaker
Microphone
G-sensor
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Power Source
5V 2A
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Battery Life
5 hours of continuous video use
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Compatibility Microsoft(R) Windows(R) 7, Vista, XP, or higher and Windows
Media Player 11
Mac OS. X with Transfer Files application
(not included)
Linux with Android MTP tool (not included)
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Computer interface
USB 2.0 interface
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Package includes tabeo(TM) e2, protective case, power supply, USB cable,
start-up guide, warranty booklet
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High-res images of tabeo e2 and the ecosystem of matching accessories are available at https://toysrus.sharefile.com/d/s8a9f655a6304b1d8.
About Toys"R"Us, Inc.
Toys"R"Us, Inc. is the world's leading dedicated toy and juvenile products retailer, offering a differentiated shopping experience through its family of brands. Merchandise is sold in 877 Toys"R"Us and Babies"R"Us stores in the United States and Puerto Rico, and in more than 660 international stores and over 165 licensed stores in 35 countries and jurisdictions. In addition, it exclusively operates the legendary FAO Schwarz brand and sells extraordinary toys in the brand's flagship store on Fifth Avenue in New York City. With its strong portfolio of e-commerce sites including Toysrus.com, Babiesrus.com, eToys.com and FAO.com, it provides shoppers with a broad online selection of distinctive toy and baby products. Headquartered in Wayne, NJ, Toys"R"Us, Inc. employs approximately 70,000 associates annually worldwide. The company is committed to serving its communities as a caring and reputable neighbor through programs dedicated to keeping kids safe and helping them in times of need. Additional information about Toys"R"Us, Inc. can be found on Toysrusinc.com. Follow Toys"R"Us, Babies"R"Us and FAO Schwarz on Facebook at Facebook.com/Toysrus, Facebook.com/Babiesrus and Facebook.com/FAO and on Twitter at Twitter.com/Toysrus and Twitter.com/Babiesrus.
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Make My Switzerland, the new app from Switzerland Tourism sidesteps the tourist traps
to take you straight to the heart of a city and the locals who live and breathe it. This
hands-on app is packed with expert advice, insider tips and recommendations from 30
on-the-ground ambassadors, from DJs to fashion designers, personal shoppers to
party-loving students. So whether you want to plug into the local clubbing scene in Basel,
swim in a former brewery in Zu rich, or scout out designers on the cutting edge of cool
in Lucerne, this is one app you won't want to be without on your next Swiss city break.
An app for every mood and moment
At the touch of a cross, you can choose your mood, be it active, social, cultural or
stylish. Or let the app inspire you with its random mood selection. If you'd rather search
by location, use the 'city selector' and interactive maps to zoom in on a hand-picked
selection of places in one of seven key cities: Zu rich, Bern, Geneva, Basel, Lausanne,
Lucerne and Lugano. The perfect espresso, the best lake view, creative cocktails at an
urban beach - it's all here for the browsing.
For a chance to win back your holiday to Switzerland, simply use the app when you are
there. You'll automatically be entered into a prize draw to win back the value of your
Swiss city break (T&C apply). And the more you use it, the more chance you stand of
winning. Plus when you use the app and share it with your friends and followers on
Facebook and Twitter, you'll unlock fantastic money-saving rewards that range from
discounts off SWISS flights to Expedia hotel savings and free Swisscom Pocket Connect
(mobile hotspot device), as well as bonuses like free city tours and public transport.
New Ultra-Slim Epson Expression Premium Small-in-Ones Deliver Powerful Performance and Unbeatable Image Quality
LONG BEACH, Calif., Sept. 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Epson America, Inc. today launched the feature-rich Epson(®) Expression(®) Premium XP-810 and XP-610 Small-in-One((TM)) printers designed for today's busy families and photo enthusiasts. Packing ultra -powerful performance into an ultra-slim design, the Expression Premium series leverages Epson's MicroPiezo(®) printing technology and Claria(®) Premium inks to produce consumer-rated unbeatable quality(1) prints at home or on-the-go with Epson Connect((TM)) for easy printing from a tablet, smartphone or computer from literally anywhere in the world(2).
The Expression XP-810 and XP-610 are designed as complete wireless solutions, featuring built-in Wi-Fi CERTIFIED((TM)) n(3 )and Wi-Fi Direct((TM) )for network-free printing. Both models are always ready to print, offering built-in memory card slots for PC-free printing, automatic two-sided printing to save paper(4), easy-to-use creative tools such as a dedicated photo tray and direct CD/DVD printing, as well as built-in auto photo correction tools.
"Expression Premium Small-in-Ones are designed to provide busy households and photo enthusiasts with a powerful creativity tool, packing a robust feature set and unbeatable photo quality into an ultra slim design," said Joe Keller, product manager, Consumer Ink Jets, Epson America, Inc. "With comprehensive wireless capabilities and Epson Connect mobile printing solutions, it's now easier than ever for consumers to print from the home or anywhere in the world."
The flagship Expression XP-810 adds a 30-page Auto Document Feeder for automatic two-sided copying, scanning and faxing, a 3.5-inch touchscreen with gesture navigation for easy setup and operation, specialty paper support through its rear paper feed(5), and an auto-extend paper output tray. Plus, time-saving, bonus templates are also available for printing lined school paper, graph paper, calendar pages, and custom note paper with personal photos - all without a computer.
-- Epson Connect - easily print and scan from anywhere with Epson Email
Print, Epson iPrint((TM)) mobile app, and ( )Epson Remote Print
-- Print speeds of 14 ISO ppm for black and 11 ISO ppm for color and 13 ppm
black and 10 ISO ppm color for the XP-810( )and XP-610 respectively(6)
-- Print borderless 4" x 6" photos - in as fast as 12 seconds(7) (XP-810)
-- High-quality scanning up to 2400 dpi (XP-610) and 400 dpi (XP-810)
-- PC-free photo printing with card slots and built-in photo correction
that automatically corrects digital images, including advanced face
detection and color correction
-- Eco-friendly features, including ENERGY STAR(®) qualified, support of
recycled paper, RoHS compliant and designed to be recycled(8)
-- Built in Ethernet networking (XP-810)
-- Individual ink cartridges to replace only the color needed; standard and
high-capacity (XL) black and color ink cartridges accommodate various
printing needs
Pricing and Availability
The Epson Expression Premium XP-610 ($149.99*) and Epson Expression XP-810 ($229.99*) will be available in mid-September through major retailer stores nationwide. For more information, please visit http://www.epson.com.
About Epson
Epson is a global innovation leader whose product lineup ranges from inkjet printers and printing systems, 3LCD projectors and industrial robots to sensors and other microdevices. Dedicated to exceeding the vision of its customers worldwide, Epson delivers customer value based on compact, energy-saving, and high-precision technologies in markets spanning enterprise and the home to commerce and industry.
Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the Epson Group comprises more than 68,000 employees in 96 companies around the world, and is proud of its ongoing contributions to the global environment and the communities in which it operates. Epson America, Inc. based in Long Beach, Calif. is Epson's regional headquarters for the U.S., Canada, and Latin America. To learn more about Epson, please visit: http://www.Epson.com.
Specifications are subject to change without notice. EPSON, Claria, Expression and MicroPiezoare registered trademarks, EPSON Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark, and Epson Connect and Epson iPrint are trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation. Small-in-One is a registered trademarks of Epson America, Inc. All other products and brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks.
(1)Unbeatable photo quality when compared to leading photo all-in-one printers as of February 2013, validated through independent testing.
(2)Most features require an Internet connection to the printer, as well as an Internet- and/or email-enabled device. See http://www.epson.com/connect for a list of Epson Connect enabled printers and compatible devices and apps.
(3)Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n certified, level of performance subject to the range of the router being used.
(4)Specialty paper support accommodated through rear paper feed, maximum 23 ml paper thickness, manual two-sided printing only. Color photo in Draft Mode on Premium Photo Paper Glossy measured from start of paper feed.
(5)Specialty paper support accommodated through rear paper feed, maximum 23 mil paper thickness, manual 2-sided printing only.
(6)ISO ppm is based on the new international standard for measuring print speed. Black and color print speeds are determined in default, single-side mode, in accordance with ISO/IEC 24734. Actual print items will vary based on system configuration, software, and page complexity. See http://www.epson.com/printspeed for details, including complete ISO reports.
(7)Actual print times will vary based on system configuration, software, and page complexity.
New Flagship Olympus OM-D E-M1® Camera Is The Pinnacle Of Olympus Innovation
Micro Four Thirds® Camera Delivers Maximum Four Thirds® Lens Performance, DSLR Image Quality, Rugged Durability and Super-Large EVF; New Lenses Establish M.ZUIKO® PRO Category
CENTER VALLEY, Pa., Sept. 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- In response to the demand for a compact system camera as powerful as a professional DSLR, Olympus introduces the OM-D E-M1(®), its new premium flagship camera and worthy Micro Four Thirds successor to the Olympus E-5 DSLR. The E-M1 has a revolutionary design for advanced photographers looking for a high-performance tool in a compact system camera package. The powerful E-M1 is packed with incredible speed and image quality that rivals full-frame DSLRs, in a portable yet lightweight body designed to go anywhere.
The Olympus OM-D E-M1 now works seamlessly with all ZUIKO Digital lenses, in addition to working with M.ZUIKO Digital lenses, so photographers can enjoy optimum performance of the entire Olympus lens lineup. This is possible due to advanced DUAL FAST AF system that combines both Contrast AF and On-Chip Phase Detection AF. DSLR users familiar with an optical viewfinder will marvel at its electronic viewfinder (EVF) that is as large as a full-frame DSLR viewfinder and has added creative control. Its ergonomic body provides easy access to all manual controls and is ready for action in the most difficult shooting conditions.
Olympus also announces today the development of two new high-performance lenses, establishing the M.ZUIKO PRO lens category. The ZUIKO Digital ED 12-40mm f2.8 PRO lens (24-80mm, 35mm equivalent) and the ZUIKO Digital ED 40-150mm f2.8 PRO (80-300mm, 35mm equivalent) will expand the imaging options for professionals and serious photo enthusiasts alike.
DSLR Image Quality
With the OM-D E-M1, experience the highest image quality of any Olympus camera through the combination of a new 16.3 megapixel Live MOS sensor, a new TruePic VII image processor, and its best-in-class M.ZUIKO lenses. The TruePic VII image processor reduces noise and color fading at high ISOs for improved image reproduction. New Fine Detail Processing II technology configures the appropriate sharpness processing for each individual lens for natural, high-quality resolution, as well as reducing compression artifacts when recording movies.
Fast and Accurate AF for Complete Four Thirds and Micro Four Thirds Lens Compatibility
The newly developed DUAL FAST AF selects the ideal method, depending on lens type and settings: either 37-point On-Chip Phase Detection AF or 81-point Contrast Detection AF to maximize the performance of both ZUIKO and M.ZUIKO lenses. Both systems work together to significantly improve continuous autofocus tracking performance when a Micro Four Thirds lens is attached and C-AF is selected. Users can select Group Target AF for a variety of situations, Small Target AF for pinpoint shooting, or Super Spot AF for capturing even smaller subjects and specifying a small area focus location during macro shooting.
The TruePic VII engine supports 10 frames-per-second shooting with a 41-picture RAW buffer in single autofocus (S-AF) mode and 6.5 frames-per-second shooting with a 50-picture RAW buffer in continuous autofocus (C-AF) mode.
New Super-Large Interactive Electronic Viewfinder
The E-M1's advanced, built-in Interactive Electronic Viewfinder features a 1.48x (35mm equivalent of .74x) magnification factor that rivals full-frame DSLR cameras. The extremely high-resolution 2.36 million-dot LCD panel provides a large, clear image that is on a par with optical viewfinders. Tracking moving subjects is completely natural, with a display time lag of only 0.029 seconds. Users can experiment with aspect ratio, magnification, color, and highlight and shadow, and the effects of camera settings on subjects are viewable prior to capturing the finished image. Adaptive Brightness Control raises the brightness when shooting in bright outdoor conditions and lowers the brightness in dark indoor conditions, reducing visual errors from light and dark adaptation of the eye.
Color Creator is a new easy-to-use tool that fine-tunes hue and color saturation using the intuitive GUI and Live View screen, so users can create original images imbued with their own choice of colors. Creative Color was created with a designer's sensitivity in mind, and hue can be adjusted in 30 steps, and color saturation adjusted in eight steps, including the baseline.
The Most Effective 5-Axis Image Stabilization System
The Olympus E-M1's built-in 5-Axis Image Stabilization with Multi-Motion IS mechanism reduces the effects of camera motion and image blur from five directions. Whether shooting stills or HD video, even the motion blur caused by walking or running is stabilized. New algorithms make image stabilization more effective at low shutter speeds. When it is employed while panning during still image shooting or movie recording, IS-AUTO mode automatically detects the camera's movements and provides optimal correction regardless of direction or camera orientation - even when panning in a diagonal direction. Users can check the image stabilization effects on the Live View screen as well as the viewfinder to accurately frame and focus, even during telephoto or macro shooting. Multi-Motion IS, used in combination with the 5-Axis Image Stabilization mechanism, produces excellent correction during movie recording.
Rugged Freeze, Splash, Dustproof Durability
The Olympus OM-D E-M1 expands the dustproof and splashproof capabilities of the E-M5 even further with freezeproof capabilities -- guaranteed operation down to 14 degrees F -- for the best environmental resistance of any Olympus interchangeable lens camera. Its durable magnesium alloy body, and weather-resistant seals and gaskets block moisture and dust for use in any environment, without sacrificing image quality. The camera's Supersonic Wave Filter (SSWF) dust reduction system vibrates at a super-high speed of more than 30,000 times per second to powerfully remove dust particles so users can shoot in dusty environments.
Ultimate Camera Control
Advanced photographers will appreciate the intuitive 2x2 Dial Control system to easily adjust four often-used functions with the camera's lever or two dials: aperture/shutter speed, exposure compensation, ISO speed and white balance. A built-in grip similar to that of the E-M5 makes shooting with Four Thirds lenses more comfortable, and all frequently accessed buttons are logically laid out. Controls are now more functional: the settings reset function is activated by pressing and holding the OK button and there is a toggle option for the My Settings shortcut and a locking mode dial to prevent unintentional movement of the mode dial during shooting or when removing the camera from a case or bag. The dedicated "mic-in" jack supports an external microphone when recording HD movies and a built-in X-Sync socket easily connects to studio strobes.
Built-In Wi-Fi
The Olympus OM-D E-M1 includes built-in Wi-Fi, and the set-up is simple. By quickly scanning the QR code displayed on the camera's LCD with a smart device, it syncs with the Wi-Fi network created by the camera. The free Olympus Image Share 2.0 smartphone app synchronizes a user's smartphone and E-M1 so the camera's "Live View" is effectively displayed on the phone, and the camera can be controlled by touching the smartphone display as if it were the camera. This is ideal for taking self-portraits, capturing images of wildlife from a distance and sharing images easily online. The E-M1's remote shooting function has been improved for use in all main shooting modes (P, A, S, M and iAUTO). Users can now wirelessly adjust various settings, such as the shutter speed, aperture value, ISO and exposure compensation, as well as operate the Live Bulb shooting mode from their Wi-Fi devices. They can also use their smartphone to embed GPS information into their images.
More Creative Features
New Diorama II adds to the popular range of Olympus in-camera Art Filters and offers left and right blur effect in addition to the top and bottom blur effect of Diorama I. The Olympus E-M1 is equipped with two variations of HDR Shooting - HDR1 and HDR2. With a single press of the shutter button, four images with differing exposures are captured and automatically merged in the camera into a single HDR high-contrast image or super-high-contrast image. Photo Story mode enables users to capture a scene from multiple viewpoints and then combine the images into a single image to create unique collages inside the camera. Time Lapse Movie converts the series of pictures taken using interval shooting into a movie inside the camera. The Time Lapse Movie length has been increased to a maximum of 100 seconds. The number of possible shots that can be captured with Interval Shooting has been increased to 999. The E-M1 is also equipped with Focus Peaking, which dramatically improves the usability of older manual focus lenses.
New High-Performance Lenses and Accessories for Every Shooting Challenge
The M.ZUIKO Digital ED 12-40mm f2.8 PRO lens (24-80mm, 35mm equivalent) is the first model in the new M.ZUIKO PRO category and is scheduled for release at the same time as the Olympus OM-D E-M1. It features dustproof and waterproof performance, toughness and excellent image quality. Its mount employs the same type of sealing as the camera body and is Movie & Still Compatible (MSC) with high-speed, near-silent autofocus during still shooting and high-definition (HD) video capture. It maintains the brightness of a constant f2.8 aperture for high-grade image creation, one of the requirements of professional photographers for a high-performance lens.
The M.ZUIKO Digital ED 40-150mm F2.8 PRO (80-300mm, 35mm equivalent) also joins the new M.ZUIKO PRO lens category. This lens is currently under development, with a planned release in the latter half of 2014. It will be a telephoto zoom lens with a bright constant f2.8 aperture and will feature a dustproof and splashproof construction rugged enough for professional use.
Several new accessories are designed to complement the Olympus OM-D E-M1 and broaden the creative horizons of all advanced photographers. The HLD-7 Power Battery Holder is a dustproof and splashproof power battery holder that can enable the capture of approximately 680 shots (based on CIPA tests) between charges. It features a shutter button for shooting with the camera held vertically and two control dials and two function buttons for the same easy controls as when shooting from a horizontal position. The GS-5 Grip Strap for the HLD-7 keeps buttons and dials accessible even when the battery holder is attached. The PT-EP11 Underwater Case is made exclusively for the Olympus E-M1 and allows shooting down to 45 meters.
The new CBG-10 Camera Bag is compact, yet designed with Four Thirds lens use in mind, and the highly water-resistant CS-42SF Soft Camera Case, which is part of the Camera Bag CBG-10 system, is made exclusively for use with the E-M1. The CSS-P118 Shoulder Strap is made of washable material with a slender width that matches the versatility of the Micro Four Thirds System.
U.S. Pricing and Availability
The Olympus OM-D E-M1 will be available in October 2013 in the following configurations.
Estimated Street Price:
$1399.99 Body only, available in Black
To find out more about the OM-D E-M1, and for a complete list of specifications, visit the Olympus website at: http://www.getolympus.com/e-m1.html
Journalists interested in more information, review units and high-resolution images of the Olympus OM-D E-M1 should contact Keith Gordon, Mullen Public Relations, 212-885-3218, keith.gordon@mullen.com, or Jennifer Colucci, Olympus Imaging America Inc., 484-896-5719, jennifer.colucci@olympus.com or visit the Olympus website: http://asset.olympusamerica.com/login/.
ABOUT OLYMPUS IMAGING AMERICA INC.
Olympus Imaging America Inc. is a precision technology leader, designing and delivering award-winning products for consumer and professional markets.
Olympus Imaging America Inc. works collaboratively with its customers and its ultimate parent company, Olympus Corporation, to develop breakthrough technologies with revolutionary product design and functionality that enhance people's lives every day. These include:
-- Digital Cameras
-- Professional and Interchangeable Lens System Cameras
-- Related Underwater Products and Accessories
-- Digital and Microcassette Recorders
-- Digital Media
-- Binoculars
Olympus Imaging America Inc. is responsible for sales in the United States, Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. For more information, visit: http://www.olympusamerica.com.
Specifications and design are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer.
"Olympus," "ZUIKO," "Olympus OM-D," "OM-D", "Micro Four Thirds" and "Four Thirds" are trademarks or registered trademarks of Olympus Corporation, Olympus America Inc., and/or their affiliated entities.
Stellar Announces Super Specialty Data Recovery Services for iPads, SSDs and iPhones
NEW DELHI, September 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
Stellar Data Recovery(R), global leaders in data recovery services and
software, recently launched super specialty data recovery capabilities
[http://www.stellarinfo.co.in/services/iphone-recovery.php ] from iPhones, iPads and SSDs
(Solid State Drives). Stellar announced that they can now get back lost files, folders,
music, notes, videos and other documents stored on SSDs manufactured by Micron, Samsung
and Intel (G3 series). Stellar is now also capable of recovering all data from locked
iPhones as well. Data on iPads too can be easily recovered in Stellar's state of art
recovery labs. Stellar has been experts at recovering the required data for over 20 years
and this is the latest edition to their already diverse scope of business. Stellar is
currently also working on developing a recovery tool to get back data from Android based
devices.
"We have witnessed a number of scenarios wherein data recovery was a challenge
as the devices were locked due to which access to memory was denied. Stellar's R&D team
worked relentlessly in resolving this challenge and today we can easily recover data from
such mobile devices. This advancement will certainly help our customers nationwide," said
Mr. Sunil Chandna, CEO, Stellar Data Recovery.
Stellar Data Recovery is in the only company in India with necessary
infrastructure to recover up to 100% data from all kinds of storage devices like hard
drives, SSDs, memory cards, NAS boxes, RAID servers, optical drives like CD/DVD/Blu-Rays
etc. Stellar has been proving its effectiveness over the years by successfully recovering
data from broken or water damaged storage devices too. Moreover, Stellar has a transparent
'No Data No Charge' policy, implying that they will not charge customers in case they are
not able to recover data.
About Stellar Data Recovery
Stellar Data Recovery is an ISO 9001:2008 certified organization that
specializes in data recovery services from all types of hard disks, RAID servers, Storage
boxes and SSDs. Ever since 1993, Stellar has emerged as a leading and well-trusted brand
for data recovery solutions for any kind of data loss situation. With presence across 13
locations nationally and its wide range of software and services, Stellar has over 2
million happy customers across Europe, USA and Asia that include global corporate giants.
Essential Style: The new Sennheiser MOMENTUM On-Ear in black, brown and red brings performance and sleek, understated beauty
OLD LYME, Conn., Sept. 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Sennheiser goes minimal with new MOMENTUM On-Ear colors. At IFA in Berlin, the audio specialist introduced three new versions of its MOMENTUM On-Ear. Now available in high-gloss black, classic brown and intense red, the new headphones revisit the stylish, minimalist urban look of Sennheiser's acclaimed MOMENTUM, delivering a combination of pure, clean aesthetics and high performance in a compact on-ear design.
The MOMENTUM On-Ear headphones [http://en-us.sennheiser.com/momentum-on-ear] are the perfect fusion of style and substance; delivering great performance, crafted from the finest materials and featuring a sleek, understated look. The first four MOMENTUM On-Ear versions launched this summer in a burst of color - a celebration in fresh, energizing tones. "With the three new color versions, Sennheiser has re-imagined this essential, cool design in richer, more subtle tones," said Charles Cha, Product Manager at Sennheiser. "Where the MOMENTUM On-Ear headphones first showed their playful and extroverted character, the new versions are a more discrete revelation of luxury that hints at their superb performance."
High quality materials, high-end design, high performance
The MOMENTUM On-Ear headphones' great looks reflect both its clean, minimalist design and the tangibly high quality materials and workmanship. The ear pads and headband have been finished in Alcantara®, a high-tech material produced in Italy. Alcantara's® unique combination of suppleness, durability and breathable finish makes it highly valued in fashion, interior design, and automotive applications. Here, it provides the listener with the ultimate in comfort, even for long periods of listening enjoyment. The headband of the MOMENTUM On-Ear is made of premium brushed stainless steel. They are the perfect choice for those who demand top quality and don't want to compromise in any aspect.
Similarly, no compromises have been made on sound quality. Powered by Sennheiser's proprietary 18-ohm transducers, the MOMENTUM On-Ear serves up a full stereo sound in a frequency range from 16 to 22,000 Hz, delivering incredible clarity and detail with a slight bass emphasis. The closed, on-ear design ensures reliable isolation from external noise for a great listening experience on the move - even in noisy urban environments.
In control, on the go
The MOMENTUM On-Ear headphones feature a single-sided detachable cable with convenient in-line remote and microphone for Apple iDevices, for easy control of music playback and to make and receive calls on the go. The three new variants of the MOMENTUM On-Ear in high-gloss black, classic brown and intense red are available at selected retailers from autumn 2013. For more information, visit http://en-us.sennheiser.com/momentum-on-ear.
SOURCE Sennheiser
Sennheiser
CONTACT: Jeff Touzeau, Hummingbird Media, Inc., (914) 602-2913, jeff@hummingbirdmedia.com
D2S And NuFlare Extend Partnership To Accelerate eBeam Computational Design Platform Deployment For Advanced Photomasks
SAN JOSE, Calif., Sept. 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- D2S®, a supplier of computational design platforms, today announced that it has extended its partnership with NuFlare Technology, a world leader in electron beam (eBeam) mask writing systems, to accelerate the deployment of eBeam technologies that reduce write times and improve the accuracy of advanced photomasks for future design nodes leveraging general purpose graphic processing unit (GPGPU) acceleration. As part of this agreement, NuFlare will invest an undisclosed amount in D2S. NuFlare joins other investors in D2S, which include Benchmark Capital, DAG Ventures and Samsung Ventures.
In addition, the two companies announced that NuFlare has purchased D2S' TrueMask® DS GPGPU-accelerated platform for internal use for research and development. D2S will leverage the extensibility of the TrueMask DS platform to develop custom extensions for NuFlare for scientific and engineering exploration.
eBeam technology, which is used in manufacturing all semiconductor devices today, is increasingly critical to the semiconductor ecosystem as the industry migrates to smaller design nodes. The amount of design data required to produce photomasks for leading-edge chip designs is increasing at an exponential rate, which puts more pressure on mask writing systems to maintain reasonable write times for these advanced masks, as well as puts tremendous cost pressure on the entire mask supply chain.
In 2011, D2S began a partnership with NuFlare that enabled the deployment of overlapping eBeam shots on NuFlare machines to enable the writing of complex mask patterns in acceptable write times. As the complexity of mask designs and requirements of maintaining mask accuracy continue to rise, new innovations in eBeam technology such as D2S' TrueMask GPGPU-based computational design platforms for model-based mask data preparation (MB-MDP) are needed to lower the photomask cost and write-time curve while keeping pace with requirements for increasingly complex masks.
"GPGPU-based eBeam technology is an important area of investment for future technologies at NuFlare," stated Hirokazu Yamada, senior manager of strategic planning on mask lithography at NuFlare Technology. "We think the approach that D2S is taking with their TrueMask eBeam simulation technology is very promising for a broad range of applications, and we support the company's efforts to develop it for the benefit of the entire eBeam technology ecosystem."
"At a time when Moore's Law is hitting the mask community with extra demand on accuracy and turnaround time, it's great to see an industry leader like NuFlare taking action to invest in the community," said Aki Fujimura, CEO of D2S. "This investment in D2S enables us to better serve our customers as adoption of our TrueMask GPGPU-accelerated eBeam simulation platform increases to meet these demands."
About D2S, Inc.
D2S is a supplier of a computational design platform to maximize existing eBeam technology to reduce mask costs for both low- and high-volume applications. D2S TrueMask solutions enable advanced photomask designs at 28-nm-and-below process nodes using complex shapes for superior wafer quality but within practical, cost-effective write-times using existing eBeam mask writing equipment. D2S is the managing sponsor of the eBeam Initiative. Headquartered in San Jose, Calif., the company was founded in 2007. For more information, see: http://www.design2silicon.com.
D2S, the D2S logo and TrueMask are registered trademarks of D2S, Inc.
SOURCE D2S, Inc.
D2S, Inc.
CONTACT: David Moreno, MCA, Tel: +1-650-968-8900, ext. 125, dmoreno@mcapr.com
September Shaping Up to Be a Scorcher at My Real Games With Car Eats Car 2 and Zombie Shooter 2 Now Available to Download
LONDON, September 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
September is already shaping up to be a scorcher at My Real Games as it confirms the
hotly awaited Car Eats Car 2 and Zombie Shooter 2 will both be available in its download
games [http://www.myrealgames.com/download-free-games ] category from the start of the
month.
For those who like their months to whiz by in a blur of high-octane racing adventure,
the new Car Eats Car 2
[http://www.myrealgames.com/download-free-games/car-eats-car-2-deluxe ] Deluxe title is
sure to hit the spot. Little cars take on big, bad monsters in the new level pack which
can be downloaded or played online from September. The bonus pack includes 20 original and
10 bonus levels, giving hours of fresh enjoyment to see gamers right through until
October.
Also new to the site in September is Zombie Shooter 2
[http://www.myrealgames.com/download-free-games/zombie-shooter-2 ], which is a thrilling
blend of action and role playing. The PC downloadable game allows players to choose their
own character and develop a range of skills, earning money as they move through the
various levels to purchase weapons, medications and tools. Everything gathered must be
used to battle the thousands of evil zombies, which fill the screen at every moment.
Developed by the legendary team behind the Alien Shooter series, Zombie Shooter 2
challenges the gamer to take on massive crowds of enemies, testing their skills to the
limit.
Also new in September is Farmscapes, a brand new addition to the popular Hidden Object
genre. In this match 3 version, players must help Joe restore his ranch by selling fresh
produce from the farm and restoring the land back to its former grandeur. Royal Gems is
also new to Match 3 and challenges gamers to create figures from gems scattered on the
field. There are 160 unique levels to navigate, with crystal bonuses, exciting upgrades
and eight enchanting episodes.
Joining Zombie Shooter 2 in the action category is Shoot n Scroll 3D. The helicopter
arcade game promises hours of fun packed with awesome action, guns, rockets, explosions
and adrenaline. With a laser beam and air electric shield, Shoot n Scroll 3D calls on
every nuance of player's skills to defeat the enemy. The game is reminiscent of other
popular helicopter arcade titles such as 1942, 1943, Siberian Strike, Air Strike, Flying
Shark, Sky Force, Helic and Mortal Skies.
My Real Games' Nikolai Veselov said, "September is jam packed with action at My Real
Games with an exciting haul of new additions which mean gamers can bid goodbye to summer
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ALi to Showcase Solutions for Multi-screen Applications at IBC 2013 in Amsterdam
TAIPEI, Sept. 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- ALi Corporation, a leading Set-Top Box (STB) system-on-chip (SoC) solution provider, today announced its product roadmap featuring solutions for multi-screen applications will be demonstrated at the upcoming IBC 2013 taking place on September 13-17 in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
A multitude of innovations in technology have provided more ways than ever to realize the multi-screen concept, including DVB2IP technology that enables sharing of broadcast content to any device on the home network with IP connection, DLNA that allows media content to be distributed across devices within the home network, and Miracast that can mirror display from a small screen device onto a big screen TV via Wi-Fi Direct connection without worrying about video format.
ALi has a full line of products mapped out to support all current industry standards of multi-screen video sharing, DVB2IP, DLNA, and Miracast. These are added values of software to STB products without increasing hardware costs. Furthermore, by supporting common industry standards, it gives interoperability across devices available on the market. As another added value, ALi's software tool of intelligent maneuverability and interaction allows users to navigate smart functions including multiple STB/phone pairing, dynamically configurable keypad, EPG, and remote PVR using their smart phones.
Tony Chang, General Manager of ALi's International Business Unit, indicates, "The readiness and convenience of multi-screen applications does not come without implications as services are often delivered to inherently insecure devices, introducing security challenges for protection against piracy and attack. To protect their revenue stream, content owners mandate strict security requirements that operators and STB suppliers in turn must follow." "In ALi's portfolio of products under the multi-screen concept, we not only offer complete solutions incorporating most industrial standards, bring added values to STB products, but we also ensure secure content distribution by cooperating with well-recognized security system vendors to design secure solutions protecting the revenue models for both content providers and operators," said Tony Chang.
ALi's product roadmap including ISDB-T, Satellite, Cable, and T2 platforms with advanced security will be showcased at Booth 4.C71 or meeting room BM 24 (Hall 1, 2F) at the IBC 2013.
Abilis Systems, an ALi Group company, presents headless home gateways to address the ever-increasing demand for viewing of high quality content on multiple screens. Solution for 4 terrestrial channels and 8 satellite channels will be demonstrated.
About ALi Corporation
ALi Corporation is a leading innovator and developer in the set-top box (STB) system-on-chip (SoC) market. By fully leveraging its core expertise in the set-top box industry, ALi solutions are recognized for their high levels of integration, superior performance reliability, premier customer oriented service and compelling cost structure. More than 120 Pay TV operators have deployed its solutions globally. ALi Corporation was founded in 1987 with headquarters in Taipei, Taiwan, R&D centers as well as sales offices in Hsinchu, Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Zhuhai, Seoul, and Geneva. For more information, please visit http://www.alitech.com.
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Partners with Industry-leading HPC Hardware Manufacturer for Fully Configured Hardware and Software Solution
TROY, Mich., Sept. 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Altair, a global provider of simulation technology and engineering services, today announced the launch of HyperWorks Unlimited(TM), offering companies a fully configured hardware and software appliance for computer-aided engineering (CAE).
Altair's HyperWorks Unlimited, a state-of-the-art managed private cloud solution, offers unlimited use of all Altair software including HyperWorks(®) applications and PBS Works(TM) workload management tools. With HyperWorks Unlimited, users no longer have restricted access to HyperWorks software applications, making high-performance computing (HPC) far more accessible for the CAE community and paving the path to infinite exploration.
"As a global leader in CAE and workload management software, Altair is uniquely positioned with our domain knowledge and software licensing model to lower the barriers of high-performance technical cloud computing," said James R. Scapa, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Altair. "Procuring, managing and maintaining large HPC clusters is a complex and challenging process, especially for small and medium businesses. HyperWorks Unlimited addresses this issue head-on by providing limitless access to our software within a pre-configured, fully supported hardware appliance for cloud-based simulation."
In the past, cloud computing adoption has been severely hampered within the CAE domain for three primary reasons: first, the elastic scalability of application licensing; second, the prohibitive amount of time associated with the mobility of big data from clusters to local machines for effective post-processing and visualization; and third, the perceived data security concern associated with public clouds. HyperWorks Unlimited eliminates all of these issues.
"We have reached an inflection point in product design where hundreds of thousands of mid-sized manufacturers are now looking to be even more competitive by moving beyond traditional computer-aided design environments and into simulation-based design," said Stephen Wheat, General Manager High Performance Computing Group, Intel Corporation. "This requires a tremendous amount of compute power that's easy to deploy, manage and use. Altair's innovative turnkey solution, based on Intel Cluster Ready technology, unites HyperWorks software with powerful compute hardware based on the Intel(®) Xeon(®) processor E5-2600 product family, enabling manufacturers to quickly move into simulation-based design."
In addition to being fully optimized for running massively parallel applications such as CFD and FEA solvers, HyperWorks Unlimited also includes Altair's Display Manager, a remote visualization Web-based portal that allows graphically intensive, interactive applications to be accessed on HyperWorks Unlimited, including in networks with challenging latencies. HyperWorks Unlimited is designed and configured to be HPC ready, providing greater accessibility to run pre- and post-processors "out of the box" within the customer's own location, and is completely managed and supported by Altair.
Altair has partnered with SGI as the primary hardware provider for HyperWorks Unlimited, offering full capabilities of compute, networking and storage resources. SGI's legacy in HPC and market leadership in reliable hardware for tackling the demands of technical computing and big data distinguished the company as the partner of choice to enable HyperWorks Unlimited to provide a compelling solution.
"We are excited to be selected as the lead partner for Altair's HyperWorks Unlimited CAE solution. We are convinced Altair's expertise in the CAE and HPC sectors, in combination with our history of providing world class hardware in this domain, will provide an extremely powerful private cloud solution. We are committed to jointly provide incredible value to end customers worldwide by simplifying the implementation of a powerful, in-house HPC system," said Jorge Titinger, President and Chief Executive Officer of SGI.
"Our years of expertise in developing and consuming massively parallel numerical applications, high performing 3D visualization software and efficient workload management software have enabled us to develop an extremely optimized state-of-the-art cloud platform which forms the backbone of HyperWorks Unlimited," said Sam Mahalingam, Senior Vice President of Software Development at Altair. This engineering is unparalleled. The technology stack alleviates all of the cloud adoption issues - Big Data, Access to Resources, Job Management, 3D Visualization, License Mobility, Security and Data Management - by bundling our HyperWorks suite, PBS Professional, Compute Manager, Display Manager, and in the future Simulation Manager and Process Manager. HyperWorks Unlimited is an innovative solution that will rapidly change the way organizations design products."
HyperWorks Unlimited is now available globally. To learn more, sign up today for Altair's cloud solution webinar, Engineering in the Cloud, on September 24, 2013 or visit http://www.altair.com/hwul.
About Altair
Altair empowers client innovation and decision-making through technology that optimizes the analysis, management and visualization of business and engineering information. Privately held, with more than 2,000 employees, Altair has offices throughout North America, South America, Europe and Asia/Pacific. With a 28-year track record for high-end software for engineering and computing, enterprise analytics solutions, and innovative product design and development, Altair consistently delivers a competitive advantage to customers in a broad range of industries. To learn more, please visit http://www.altair.com or http://www.simulatetoinnovate.com.
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Gameloft Announces One of Its Most Popular Titles Optimized for the LG CINEMA 3D Smart TV
Hit game The Dark Knight Rises optimized for LG CINEMA 3D Smart TV range
PARIS, September 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
Gameloft, a leading global publisher in digital and social games, today announced that
one of its most popular games, The Dark Knight Rises, will be available for download from
LG Smart World on the LG CINEMA 3D Smart TV.
Combining power, performance and elegance, the LG CINEMA 3D Smart TV offer players an
immersive game experience like never before. Players will be able to use their smartphones
or tablets as game controller thanks to an application that can be downloaded from the App
Store, Google Play and Amazon Appstore.
"We are thrilled to offer a successful HD game that will look incredible on the big
screen," states Alexandre Tan, Vice President Business Development & Brand Partnerships at
Gameloft. "The Dark Knight Rises on LG CINEMA 3D Smart TV will make this platform even
more appealing to consumers who wish to play a great game on a large screen in the comfort
of their living rooms."
The Dark Knight Rises will be available in Q4 2013.
About Gameloft:
A leading global publisher of digital and social games, Gameloft(R) has established
itself as one of the top innovators in its field since 2000. Gameloft creates games for
all digital platforms, including mobile phones, smartphones and tablets (including
Apple(R) iOS and Android(R) devices), set-top boxes and connected TVs. Gameloft operates
its own established franchises such as Asphalt(R), Order & Chaos, Modern Combat or Dungeon
Hunter and also partners with major rights holders including Universal(R), Illumination
Entertainment(R), Disney(R), Marvel(R), Hasbro(R), FOX(R), Mattel(R) and Ferrari(R).
Gameloft is present on all continents, distributes its games in over 100 countries and
employs over 5,000 developers.
Gameloft is listed on NYSE Euronext Paris (Euronext: GFT.PA, Bloomberg: GFT FP,
Reuters: GLFT.PA). Gameloft is traded OTC in the US (sponsored Level 1 ADR ticker: GLOFY).
KitchenAid Introduces Dishwasher With Industry's Lowest Water Usage
BENTON HARBOR, Mich., Sept. 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The latest dishwasher from KitchenAid, the pioneers behind the first models ever made for the home, combines the best cleaning and drying performance ever offered by KitchenAid with the industry's lowest water usage, as published on EnergyStar.gov. Featuring an innovative washing method called the AquaSense(TM) Recycling System, the brand's newest dishwasher uses water from the last rinse cycle to pre-rinse the next cycle before using fresh water to complete the cleaning process.
"If you have great water efficiency but need to rewash because you're not getting the desired results, that efficiency is quickly diminished," notes Beth Robinson, senior manager of brand experience for KitchenAid. "Our engineers have come up with a way to deliver on both fronts by designing a dishwasher that not only uses 33% less water than previous models but also delivers our best performance ever."
One of the brand's quietest models as well, it features a filter based wash system with Whisper Quiet® 41 dBA sound insulation for the stainless steel tub. A Heat Dry Option activates a dedicated heating element offering the option of having dishes completely dry at the end of a cycle.
A range of wash cycles include a ProWash(TM) Cycle that takes the guess work out of choosing the right cycle by automatically adjusting water and energy use based on details such as load size and soil amounts. When quicker results are needed a One-Hour wash cycle cleans and dries dishes faster while a Heavy Duty Cycle can be selected for hard to clean items like pots, pans or casserole dishes. A ProScrub® Option eliminates the need to soak or pre-scrub items with baked on food by using 40 powerful spray jets to concentrate cleaning power. Additional cycle options include a Normal Wash for regular loads, a Light China cycle for loads that don't require heavy duty cleaning and a Rinse Only Cycle.
Additional premium features found on the new model include well-spaced tines that enable greater space between dishes so wash and rinse water can clean more efficiently. To make room for larger pots, pans and dishes, fold-down tines adjust for easier accommodation. An adjustable upper rack accommodates tall plates on the lower rack when necessary. A generous silverware basket avoids crowding while cup and stemware holders provide added convenience in the upper rack. For easy-gliding operation, SatinGlide® Max Rack Glides use 52 ball bearings on each rail.
Available in stainless steel the exterior features a front display that shows the cycle stage and progression when the dishwasher is running. An "add a dish" indicator signals when a dish may be added and still come out clean. Scheduled to be available in October, the suggested retail price on the new KitchenAid® dishwasher is $1,699.
Since the introduction of its legendary stand mixer in 1919 and first dishwasher in 1949, KitchenAid has built on the legacy of these icons to create a complete line of products designed for cooks. Today, the KitchenAid brand offers virtually every essential for the well-equipped kitchen with a collection that includes everything from countertop appliances to cookware, ranges to refrigerators, and whisks to wine cellars. Cook for the Cure®, the brand's partnership with Susan G. Komen for the Cure®, is now in its twelfth year and has raised over $9 million to help find a cure for breast cancer. To learn why chefs choose KitchenAid for their homes more than any other brand*, visit http://www.KitchenAid.com or join us at http://facebook.com/KitchenAid and http://twitter.com/KitchenAidUSA.
* Based on a 2012 survey, KitchenAid was found to be the home kitchen appliance brand chosen most often by members of the International Association of Culinary Professionals.
Orb Audio Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Release Of Redesigned Home Theater and Stereo Speaker Systems
Compact Design Outperforms Larger Home Audio Systems
NEW YORK, Sept. 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Orb Audio, maker of award-winning compact, high fidelity home theater and stereo speaker systems, today announced the launch of a new line of speaker systems to mark the company's 10(th) anniversary. These systems feature newly designed Mod1X, Mod2X and Mod4X speakers and two new compact subwoofer models - subMINI and subONE. They are available now at http://www.orbaudio.com. These are the first new speakers released by Orb Audio since the company began selling audio systems in 2003.
Featuring updated technology and improved audio performance, a 5.1 channel home theater system featuring the new speakers and subwoofers starts at $889. Redesigned stereo speaker and mini amplifier packages are also available and range from $249 - $488 to fit all living space and sound requirements. Orb is also offering wireless subwoofer options for the first time.
Orb Audio's distinctive spherical speakers deliver big, accurate sound in a small, stylish package. They have been upgraded with an all new aluminum driver that delivers improved midrange and high frequency performance and provides higher power handling capabilities.
Orb speakers are unique because they are modular. Audiophiles can customize each speaker to consist of one, two or four Orbs (Mod1X, Mod2X and Mod4X), depending on their budget and sound requirements, and the system can be reconfigured at any time. Customers moving the system to a bigger room can simply add an additional Orb to some or all of their speakers for more output. Likewise, customers on a tight budget can start with an affordable audiophile system and build it up over time, instead of wasting money on a cheap system that will never sound good and will ultimately be discarded and replaced.
While these speakers feature improved technology and performance, they retain the stylish design that launched their popularity. All speakers are constructed with American carbon steel and are available in a Metallic Black and Pearl White powder coated finishes, as well as optional Hammered Earth, Hand Antiqued Copper, Hand Antiqued Bronze and Hand Polished Steel.
Orb Audio is also introducing two completely redesigned subwoofer models: subONE and subMINI. The new subONE features a new 200-watt amplifier and delivers improved low bass performance and accuracy. This high performance sound is packed into a cabinet smaller than 12 inches on each side, and is available in a furniture quality walnut finish for the first time. The subONE also features new anti-clipping and thermal overload circuits as well as auto-voltage sensing technology so that it can be used anywhere in the world.
The subMINI is an all-new ultra-compact subwoofer ideal for customers who want to fill a smaller living space with deep, full sound, whether from a television, computer or mobile device. The budget and decor-friendly subwoofer features a 100-watt amplifier in a tiny nine-inch cabinet that can bring impressive bass to even the most limited spaces. The subMINI also features a dual port design for the best balance of bass performance and output volume.
Both the subONE and subMINI are available with wireless options.
"Ten years ago, we launched a new company based on the idea that by selling directly to customers, we could eliminate markups and offer top quality systems and high-end design at a lower price," said Ethan Siegel, co-founder and CEO of Orb Audio. "Our success over the past decade shows that the demand for superior performance and craftsmanship and modern styling is strong. By selling direct, we can spend a lot more on product components, design and support, and still keep our prices very competitive. Our direct business model has certainly been responsible for our success, and it is almost hard to believe that most people were still unwilling to enter their credit card online when we started our company."
Orb is also offering a trade in program for existing customers. To learn more about Orb Audio and its complete line of home theater and stereo speaker systems, please visit http://www.orbaudio.com or call (877) ORB-AUDIO (877-672-2834).
About Orb Audio
Orb Audio is committed to being different. From the beginning, it has been our intention to deliver speaker systems with the finest quality components, an attractive, upscale design and an affordable price. The only way to accomplish all of this was to be different from the other players in the industry, handcraft our satellite speakers in the United States, and to sell them to our clients directly to avoid substantial, unnecessary markups. As a small company, we do not have to take mass market considerations into our design, so we can design our speakers for one thing - performance.
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Cigna, HopeLab, Childhood Leukemia Foundation team up to support kids with cancer
BLOOMFIELD, Conn., REDWOOD CITY, Calif. and BRICK, N.J., Sept. 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Cancer can be isolating and frightening, especially for kids. To support and empower young cancer patients, global health service company Cigna (NYSE: CI) has teamed up with the Childhood Leukemia Foundation (CLF) to provide free iPads preloaded with HopeLab's cancer-fighting game app Re-Mission 2: Nanobot's Revenge to patients through CLF's Keeping Kids Connected program.
Keeping Kids Connected allows young cancer patients to stay in touch with family, friends and school while actively receiving treatment. With funding support from Cigna and Cigna Foundation, CLF is distributing iPads, PCs and laptops that can be enjoyed by multiple patients for a variety of uses at hospitals in 24 states across the U.S. Each iPad comes preloaded with HopeLab's Re-Mission 2: Nanobot's Revenge app, developed with support from Cigna and Cigna Foundation. The app is one of six Re-Mission 2 online games designed to help young cancer patients fight their disease. Research shows that playing the games boosts players' positive emotions, increases self-efficacy (their belief in their ability to fight cancer) and shifts attitudes about chemotherapy, which lead to better adherence to prescribed treatments.
"Mobile technology and games can be powerful tools to support and empower patients," said Scott Josephs, M.D., Cigna national medical officer. "The Childhood Leukemia Foundation's Keeping Kids Connected technology program and HopeLab's research-based Re-Mission 2 games represent innovative new approaches to consumer engagement in healthcare, and Cigna is proud to help young cancer patients access these programs."
"Hospitals use technology provided through Keeping Kids Connected to help young cancer patients keep in touch with friends and family, keep up with their schoolwork and keep up their spirits as they fight their disease," said Barbara Reid-Haramis, executive director of the Childhood Leukemia Foundation. "HopeLab's Re-Mission 2 online games and mobile app are fantastic tools that not only entertain patients but also empower them as they go through treatment."
Each Re-Mission 2 game puts players inside the body to defeat cancer, using weapons like chemotherapy, antibiotics and the body's immune cells. The action parallels real-world medical treatments used to fight cancer. The games are designed specifically for teens and young adults who are at risk of adverse cancer outcomes due to poor treatment adherence. The new games apply insights from a brain-imaging study published in 2012 by HopeLab and Stanford University researchers showing that Re-Mission, a video game about killing cancer in the body, strongly activates brain circuits involved in positive motivation. This reward-related activation is associated with a shift in attitudes and emotions that helped boost players' adherence to prescribed chemotherapy and antibiotic treatments in a previous study. As a result, each Re-Mission 2 game is designed to boost positive emotion, increase self-efficacy, and shift attitudes toward chemotherapy. More than 120 teens and young adults with cancer collaborated with HopeLab to develop and test the Re-Mission 2 games, which are now available free online at http://www.re-mission2.org.
About Cigna
Cigna Corporation (NYSE: CI) is a global health service company dedicated to helping people improve their health, well-being and sense of security. All products and services are provided exclusively through operating subsidiaries of Cigna Corporation, including Connecticut General Life Insurance Company, Cigna Health and Life Insurance Company, Life Insurance Company of North America, Cigna Life Insurance Company of New York and their affiliates. Such products and services include an integrated suite of health services, such as medical, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy and vision care benefits, and other related products including group disability, life, and accident coverage. Cigna has sales capability in 30 countries and jurisdictions, with approximately 80 million customer relationships throughout the world. To learn more about Cigna®, including links to follow us on Facebook or Twitter, visit http://www.cigna.com.
About HopeLab
HopeLab is a non-profit organization founded in 2001 by Board Chair Pam Omidyar. HopeLab harnesses the power and appeal of technology to improve human health and well-being. HopeLab applies a research-based, customer-focused, collaborative approach to create products that positively impact health behavior. HopeLab is part of the Omidyar Group of philanthropies. For more information, please visit http://www.hopelab.org.
About the Childhood Leukemia Foundation
The Childhood Leukemia Foundation is a national non-profit organization that provides a myriad of services - totally free of charge - to children battling cancer and their families. We work closely with social workers, care providers, families and loved ones to also provide meaningful information, dispensed in a practical manner befitting their challenging lifestyles. Our goal is to help children and families living with cancer by assisting them in managing their care and improving the quality of their lives. The Childhood Leukemia Foundation seeks to simplify otherwise taxing responsibilities using programs that are designed to educate and entertain while undergoing treatment. To learn more, visit http://www.clf4kids.org.
Supermicro® 12Gb/s SAS 3.0 Server Solutions Deliver 2x Storage I/O Performance
Expanding Line of 12Gb/s SAS3 Solutions Maximize PCI Express® 3.0 Bandwidth and Unlock Full Potential of 6Gb/s and 12Gb/s Storage Devices
SAN JOSE, Calif., Sept. 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ: SMCI), a global leader in high-performance, high-efficiency server, storage technology and green computing, announces new, end-to-end 12Gb/s SAS 3.0 server and storage solutions featuring LSI SAS 3108/3008 12Gb/s SAS3 controllers with MegaRAID technology and the LSI 12Gb/s SAS Expander with the unique DataBolt(TM) bandwidth optimizer feature. Supermicro's 12Gb/s SAS3 server Building Block Solutions® enable a new class of high performance storage platforms with double I/O performance of the current 6Gb/s SAS interface and maximum utilization of PCI-E 3.0 bandwidth, especially with the latest SSD storage devices. Solutions include SAS3 optimized motherboards, PCI-E 3.0 add-on cards (3108/3008 based AOC) and chassis that offer maximum flexibility for any application requirement. Supermicro will feature the industry's first end-to-end 12Gb/s SAS3 server solutions this week at the Intel Developer Forum in San Francisco. Four models in high-volume production offer the benefits of a 12Gb/s SAS-enabled ecosystem, maximizing HDD/SSD storage performance and lowering latency for I/O-intensive applications in enterprise, data center, web, cloud, virtualized server and OLTP environments.
"Supermicro leads the industry with a full range of 12Gb/s SAS 3.0 solutions, doubling acceleration in storage performance for I/O intensive applications," said Charles Liang, President and CEO of Supermicro. "We are actively expanding our server platforms with the latest LSI technologies to bring the highest levels of performance to enterprise, big data analytics and mission-critical transactional database applications. Together we will drive faster adoption of the 12Gb/s SAS3 protocol and make it an accessible, cost effective standard for mass markets."
"Supermicro and LSI are dedicated to delivering leading edge server and storage solutions that enable and accelerated business growth," said Kelly Bryant, Vice President Marketing, RAID Storage Division of LSI. "Our engineering teams have seamlessly integrated LSI's SAS3108/3008 controllers and MegaRAID technologies across Supermicro server platforms and are first-to-market with end-to-end 12Gb/s solutions providing maximum performance with highest reliability for rapidly evolving data intensive applications."
12Gb/s SAS3 Highlights at IDF include:
-- Supermicro Solutions
-- Systems SYS-1027R-WC1RT/WC1R, SSG-2027R-AR24NV
-- Chassis CSE-216BE1C/2C-R920LPB/WB
-- Motherboard MBD-X9DRW-CF31/-CTF31 - HBA Mezzanine Module
(AOM-S3108-H8) 8x 12Gb/s SAS3 Ports
-- PCI-E 3.0 Add-on Cards AOC-S3108L-H8iR, AOC-S3008L-L8i,
HBA/AOC-S3008L-L8e
-- LSI 12Gb/s SAS 3108 MegaRAID on Chip (ROC), the industry's first,
connected to the LSI 12Gb/s SAS expander featuring the LSI unique
DataBolt(TM) Bandwidth Optimizer feature that provides the performance
benefits of 12Gb/s SAS while using 6Gb/s drive infrastructure
Supermicro's 12Gb/s SAS 3.0 solutions will be on display at IDF13 in Moscone West Convention Center, Booth #826. For more information on Supermicro's complete line of high performance 12Gb/s SAS3 server and storage solutions, visit http://www.supermicro.com/SAS3.
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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, Building Block Solutions and We Keep IT Green are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Super Micro Computer, Inc.
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Synopsys Announces DFTMAX Ultra to Significantly Reduce Silicon Test Costs
Customers Realizing Up to 3x Higher Compression with Fewer Test Pins
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Sept. 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS), a global leader providing software, IP and services used to accelerate innovation in chips and electronic systems, today announced its DFTMAX(TM) Ultra product, part of Synopsys' synthesis-based test solution, that significantly reduces silicon test cost. Embedded in Design Compiler® RTL synthesis and incorporating recently unveiled test technology, DFTMAX Ultra delivers up to 3x higher compression, enables testing of several die in parallel and utilizes the maximum performance of tester equipment to minimize silicon test time. To meet the need to increase quality and further reduce test cost without adversely impacting design goals and schedules, designers are deploying DFTMAX Ultra and realizing its benefits. Several users will share their experiences on both DFTMAX Ultra and the newly announced DesignWare® STAR Hierarchical System at the 21(st) Annual Synopsys Test Special Interest Group meeting in Anaheim, California on September 9, 2013.
"We always strive for highest level of reliability in our products; however this sometimes comes with a time penalty," said Realtek's vice president and spokesman, Jessy Chen. "DFTMAX Ultra reduces our test costs and time by a factor of three through high compression and the ability to run scan chains as fast as our testers operate. It is also very simple to deploy within our existing implementation flow and will help speed delivery of future designs."
Synopsys' DFTMAX Ultra contains recently developed technology that efficiently streams compressed test data in and out of the design-for-test (DFT) circuitry, significantly lowering the amount of data required to achieve high manufacturing test quality of silicon parts. The tool-generated architecture requires fewer test pins and enables silicon parts to operate at higher frequencies while in test mode. As a result, engineers can test more die in parallel and reduce the time required to test each die. For superior quality of results and faster turnaround time, design teams use DFTMAX Ultra together with the Synopsys Galaxy(TM) Implementation Platform suite of tools, concurrently optimizing and performing intelligent tradeoffs between speed, area, power, test and yield.
"We pioneered synthesis-based test and introduced DFTMAX compression in 2005. Together with TetraMAX ATPG, it has enabled designers to reduce their test costs while improving product quality," said Antun Domic, senior vice president and general manager of Synopsys' Implementation Group. "DFTMAX Ultra is our latest synthesis-based test innovation for design teams to meet even lower test cost and higher quality goals while adhering to tighter design schedules."
About Synopsys
Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS) accelerates innovation in the global electronics market. As a leader in electronic design automation (EDA) and semiconductor IP, Synopsys delivers software, IP and services to help engineers address their design, verification, system and manufacturing challenges. Since 1986, engineers around the world have been using Synopsys technology to design and create billions of chips and systems. Learn more at http://www.synopsys.com.
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Tektronix Adds HEVC Standard Support to AVC (H.264) Video and Audio Analyzer
New MTS4EAV7 Helps Optimize Coding Efficiency of Next Generation Encoder Designs for Mobile Video, OTT Video and 4K (Ultra HD) Applications
BEAVERTON, Ore., Sept. 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Tektronix (http://www.tektronix.com), the market leader in broadcast video test, monitoring and analysis solutions, today announced the new MTS4EAV7 HEVC / AVC Video and Audio Analyzer, an upgrade to its industry-leading MTS4EA AVC (Advanced Video Coding) Video and Audio Analyzer. The upgrade adds support for the new High Efficiency Video Coding (HEVC) /H.265 standard. MTS4EAV7's deep dive Elementary Stream analysis capabilities coupled with HEVC support enables designers and manufacturers of hardware and software video encoders, semiconductor devices, and mobile video devices to develop next generation video products for HD mobile video, over-the-top (OTT) video and Ultra HD (4K) broadcast applications which adopt the new HEVC technology.
"Industry interest in HEVC is tremendous because of its capability to deliver high quality, high resolution video at significantly reduced bit rates. This gives content providers the ability to deliver a great HD mobile, OTT video and Ultra HD video experience over the existing infrastructure to mobile and home receivers." said Eben Jenkins, general manager, Video Product Line, Tektronix. "We are committed to helping our customers in the rapidly-transforming video industry to capitalize on opportunities presented by new technologies such as HEVC and our MTS4EAV7 is just one of many products we'll be introducing shortly to aid them in their efforts."
MTS4EAV7 offers unparalleled depth and breadth of analysis, which is required to enable our customers to optimize HEVC encoder efficiency and quality of encoded pictures. The product functionality is ideal for research and development environments where rapid problem identification and diagnosis is essential for minimizing development costs and reducing time to market. For content distributors MTS4EAV7 can be used to test the compliance, interoperability and performance of products adopting HEVC technology.
The primary features of MTS4EAV7 include:
-- Overlays for CU, PU, TU, Slice, Tile and Motion Vector over decoded
picture
-- Synchronize views support and statistics
-- Fidelity Analysis for HEVC streams
-- Hypothetical Reference Decoder (HRD) buffer analysis for HEVC streams
-- Decode and display video from HEVC streams up to 4K resolution
-- Compliance analysis of HEVC elementary streams
Existing MTS4EA family customers can simply purchase a software upgrade to add the new HEVC support.
Availability
MTS4EAV7 is available now for order worldwide with expected shipments before the end of the year. For more information about MTS4EAV7, visit http://www.tektronix.com/MTS4EA.
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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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Synaptics First to Achieve Full Compliance on Windows 8.1 with its Touchscreen and TouchPad(TM) Technology
Synaptics TouchPad and Large Touchscreen Solutions Meet Windows 8.1 Performance and Compatibility Requirements; Become Available for Mass Production
SANTA CLARA, Calif., Sept. 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Synaptics Inc. (NASDAQ: SYNA), a leading developer of human interface solutions, today announced it is the first to achieve compliance for Windows 8.1, the latest update to the Microsoft Windows 8 OS, across its portfolio of industry-leading touchscreen and TouchPad(TM) solutions. As a lead co-engineering partner with Microsoft in support of Windows 8.1, Synaptics is continuing its commitment to driving the "touch-first" experience brought to consumers via the unique Microsoft Windows 8.1 interface.
With this latest certification, Synaptics technology and drivers are digitally signed and accepted by the Windows 8.1 OS for optimum performance and ease of use. Synaptics will work closely with device manufacturers, host processor providers and sensor partners to create reference designs and solutions that maximize fast, fluid and intuitive multi-touch user experiences on their next-generation Windows 8.1-based designs.
Synaptics technology now certified for Windows 8.1 includes:
-- Synaptics TouchPad - Synaptics' advanced, touch-sensitive interface
solution providing screen navigation, cursor movement, application
control and gesture input for Windows 8.1 notebooks.
-- Synaptics ClearPad® 7470 and 7500 - Part of the industry's broadest and
most advanced line of multi-touch capacitive touchscreen solutions,
ClearPad brings intuitive screen navigation, selection, interactive
input and more to Windows 8.1-based touchscreen-enabled devices from
laptops to tablets.
"With Windows 8.1 Microsoft continues to usher in an intuitive user experience, with a sound emphasis on touch input," said Godfrey Cheng, vice president of marketing, Synaptics Human Interface Systems Design (HISD) division. "As the leader in human interface and touch technology, Synaptics continues to support Microsoft to drive this touch-first experience for consumers, and we are proud to become the first touch technology provider to become Windows 8.1 certified."
For up-to-the-minute Synaptics news, follow @SynaCorpon Twitter. For more information on Synaptics' products and solutions please visit http://www.synaptics.com.
About Synaptics
As a leading developer of human interface solutions which enhance the user experience, Synaptics provides the broadest touch solutions portfolio in the industry. The ClearPad(®) family supports touchscreen solutions for devices ranging from entry-level mobile phones to flagship premium smartphones, tablets and notebook PCs. The TouchPad(TM) family, including ClickPad((TM)) and ForcePad(®), is integrated into the majority of today's notebook PCs. Synaptics' wide portfolio also includes ThinTouch(®) supporting thin and light keyboard solutions, as well as key technologies for next generation touch-enabled video and display applications. (NASDAQ: SYNA) http://www.synaptics.com
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Spansion Serial NOR and NAND Qualified as Xilinx Supported Flash for Zynq-7000 All Programmable SoC
Xilinx Zynq-7000 All Programmable SoC Designs Can Easily Integrate Spansion Flash for Reliability and Performance
SUNNYVALE, Calif., Sept. 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --Spansion Inc. (NYSE: CODE), a global leader in Flash memory-based embedded systems solutions, today announced that the Spansion FL-S family of Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) Flash and the Spansion ML-G1 Series SLC NAND have been qualified as Xilinx Supported Flash Devices for the Zynq-7000 All Programmable SoC family for configuration and data storage. The Xilinx Zynq-7000 SoC is the first All Programmable System-on-Chip and combines a high performance dual core ARM® Cortex(TM)-A9 MPCore(TM) processing system with the latest FPGA fabric technology from Xilinx. While using the Zynq-7000 SoC, designers can extend the capabilities on the ARM processors by building peripherals and accelerators in the FPGA fabric, offering levels of performance, power and flexibility beyond traditional SoC devices.
"Xilinx Zynq-7000 is the award-winning all programmable System-on-Chip broadly used in wired and wireless communication, automotive, factory automation, medical imaging and broadcast applications," said Naseem Aslam, ecosystem marketing manager, Spansion. "Earning this qualification means embedded customers can easily incorporate Spansion Flash memory products within their Zynq-7000 SoC designs to bring smarter systems to market faster while leveraging Spansion's industry leading quality, reliability and performance."
Xilinx Supported Flash Devices are verified to work with Xilinx programming tools, the Zynq-7000 device BootROM, and U-Boot. In addition, Xilinx Supported Flash Devices are backed by Xilinx Technical Support.
"Spansion Flash is an important component of our comprehensive Zynq-7000 SoC solution," said Stephane Monboisset, senior product marketing manager for Zynq at Xilinx. "Embedded system designers can leverage the high speed throughput of Spansion FL-S Series NOR or depend on the solid reliability of Spansion SLC NAND for their Zynq-7000 SoC-based systems."
Spansion products qualified as Xilinx Supported Flash Devices are the 128Mb Serial NOR Flash and the 4Mb NAND Flash. In addition, other densities of the same Spansion Serial NOR Flash family, the 256Mb, 512Mb and 1Gb Serial NOR and 1Gb, as well as the 2Gb and 8Gb SLC NAND devices are in testing and targeted for qualification in the next software release.
Spansion (NYSE: CODE) is a global leader in Flash memory-based embedded systems solutions. Spansion's Flash memory, microcontrollers, mixed-signal and analog products drive the development of faster, intelligent, secure and energy efficient electronics. Spansion is at the heart of electronics systems, connecting, controlling, storing and powering everything from automotive electronics and industrial systems to the highly interactive and immersive consumer devices that are enriching people's daily lives. For more information, visit http://www.spansion.com.
Spansion®, the Spansion logo, MirrorBit®, and combinations thereof, are trademarks and registered trademarks of Spansion LLC in the United States and other countries. The Xilinx and Zynq are trademarks or registered trademark of Xilinx. Other names used are for informational purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners.
Exede Evolution Satellite Internet Launches in Florida
Innovative satellite Internet plan provides 12 Mbps service and unlimited, full-speed access to web pages and email
CARLSBAD, Calif., Sept. 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- All 67 Florida counties are included in the initial rollout for the new Exede(®) Evolution satellite Internet plan from ViaSat Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT). The new plan, which provides unlimited, high-speed access to web pages and email, is another way that satellite Internet, specifically Exede Internet, is becoming a better choice for many households rather than a last resort for a few.
For a monthly service fee of $64.99, Florida households can receive unlimited access to email and web pages, always at full speed. ViaSat is also offering a promotion that waives the entire initial set-up fee of $149.99 for the service. The Exede Evolution plan includes:
-- Download speeds of up to 12 Mbps and upload speeds of up to 3 Mbps -
faster than typical DSL
-- Early Bird Free Zone, which provides full-speed, unmetered access to
everything on the Internet, including video, from 3 a.m. to 8 a.m.
daily.
-- 5 GB of data to use for everything other than access to web pages and
email, including streaming video, music, and voice and video chat.
-- Introductory offer of anti-virus/anti-spyware software.
"We created Exede Evolution as part of our overall plan to continue to improve our core service in ways that are different from other options in the market," said Lisa Scalpone, vice president, Satellite Services. "Our team continues its focus on delivering a high-quality service and a great experience for our customers. We launched Exede Internet with the goal of making sure every one of our customers on the ViaSat-1 satellite receives our best speed -- and now we want to make sure that customers who want unlimited, full speed access to web pages and email get that as well."
Scalpone said the Exede service line will continue to include its traditional data plans based on data usage, now called "Classic" plans. Any current subscriber may switch over to the Evolution plan at no charge, if Evolution is offered in the subscriber's area.
Exede, a service of ViaSat Inc., delivers high-speed Internet to 550,000 subscribers across the U.S. With download speeds of 12 Mbps, Exede service has transformed satellite Internet for households that previously had slow, inadequate Internet service. It is also proving to be a popular, competitive alternative to residential DSL and wireless Internet. In June 2013, the company began offering Exede Voice residential telephone service over its network, optimized for quality and reliability.
In the FCC annual benchmarking report, Measuring Broadband America 2013, Exede service led all Internet service providers included in the study in surpassing advertised speeds. The ViaSat-1 satellite earned a Guinness World Records® achievement as the highest-capacity communications satellite in the world. Exede Internet is also a winner of a 2013 Edison Award for innovation and performance and a winner of the 2012 Popular Science "Best of What's New."
ViaSat delivers fast, secure communications, Internet, and network access to virtually any location for consumers, governments, enterprises, and the military. The company offers fixed and mobile satellite network services including Exede by ViaSat, which features ViaSat-1, the world's highest capacity satellite; service to more than 2,300 mobile platforms, including Yonder(®) Ku-band mobile service; satellite broadband networking systems; and network-centric military communication systems and cybersecurity products for the U.S. and allied governments. ViaSat also offers communication system design and a number of complementary products and technologies. Based in Carlsbad, California, ViaSat employs over 2,900 people in a number of locations worldwide for technology development, customer service, and network operations.
Wi-Fi Alliance® reveals new WiGig CERTIFIED(TM) logo and announces industry collaborations to advance 60 GHz technology
AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- With industry momentum and user anticipation of 60 GHz technology growing, Wi-Fi Alliance(®) has designated WiGig CERTIFIED(TM) as the certification brand for products approved in its forthcoming interoperability program. The certification brand will be designated with a new logo, available for use on certified products entering the market as soon as next year.
WiGig CERTIFIED products will operate in the 60 GHz frequency band and deliver multi-gigabit speed, low latency traffic, and security-protected connectivity between nearby devices. Many WiGig CERTIFIED products are expected to be Wi-Fi CERTIFIED(TM) as well, and products implementing both WiGig(®) and Wi-Fi(®) will include mechanisms to facilitate seamless handover between the two technologies.
"We are excited to expand the Wi-Fi Alliance interoperability program to include WiGig CERTIFIED products, which will deliver the same security and interoperability that consumers have come to expect with Wi-Fi," said Edgar Figueroa, Wi-Fi Alliance president and CEO. "WiGig CERTIFIED will be an excellent complement to Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, advancing our vision of seamless connectivity and extending the user experience to new applications."
In addition to developing a certification program to validate product interoperability, Wi-Fi Alliance has initiated several projects to address 60 GHz implementations of data, display, and audio applications. Newly-formed cooperative relationships with other industry organizations will also help ensure delivery of the best user experience with a variety of applications on WiGig CERTIFIED products.
Wi-Fi Alliance has engaged with the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) and has formally transferred the WiGig Serial Extension Specification to that organization, which plans to use it as a foundation to develop a Media Agnostic USB Specification. It is expected that WiGig CERTIFIED and Wi-Fi CERTIFIED products will implement USB functionality.
"The USB-IF is pleased to accept the transfer of the WiGig Serial Extension Specification from Wi-Fi Alliance, and it shares the commitment to enhance wireless connectivity with USB devices," said Jeff Ravencraft, USB-IF President and COO. "The forthcoming Media Agnostic USB Specification will give consumers more flexibility to wirelessly connect their USB enabled devices."
Wi-Fi Alliance has also engaged in a Liaison Agreement with the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) to facilitate the certification of products based on the WiGig Display Extension Specification, which is expected to be implemented in some WiGig CERTIFIED products.
"The collaboration between VESA and Wi-Fi Alliance was designed to define the next generation standard of wireless display technology," said Bill Lempesis, executive director of the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA). "The ability to connect PCs and handhelds to monitors, projectors and HDTVs wirelessly is highly desired among consumers and IT users. We believe that the wireless ecosystem stands to benefit from both our ongoing collaboration and the introduction of WiGig CERTIFIED."
The integration of WiGig Alliance into Wi-Fi Alliance, announced in January 2013, has concluded, with all technology and work efforts now consolidated in Wi-Fi Alliance. More information about WiGig, including a white paper summarizing the technology, is available at http://www.wi-fi.org.
Wi-Fi Alliance(®) is a global non-profit industry association of hundreds of leading companies devoted to seamless connectivity. With technology development, market building, and regulatory programs, Wi-Fi Alliance has enabled widespread adoption of Wi-Fi(®) worldwide. The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED((TM)) program was launched in March 2000. It provides a widely-recognized designation of interoperability and quality, and it helps to ensure that Wi-Fi-enabled products deliver the best user experience. Wi-Fi Alliance has certified more than 15,000 products, encouraging the expanded use of Wi-Fi products and services in new and established markets.
Wi-Fi(®), Wi-Fi Alliance(®), WMM(®), Wi-Fi Protected Access(®) (WPA), WiGig(®), Wi-Fi Direct(®), the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo, the Wi-Fi logo, the Wi-Fi ZONE logo and the Wi-Fi Protected Setup logo are registered trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance. Wi-Fi CERTIFIED((TM)), Wi-Fi Protected Setup((TM)), Wi-Fi Multimedia((TM)), WPA2((TM)), Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Passpoint((TM)), Passpoint((TM)), Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Miracast((TM)), Miracast((TM)), Wi-Fi ZONE((TM)), WiGig CERTIFIED((TM)), and the Wi-Fi Alliance logo are trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance.
The USB-IF has established a MA USB Work Group which is currently developing the MA USB specification 1.0. To find out how to participate in the MA USB Work Group contact the USB-IF at admin@usb.org.
CONTACT: Karl Stetson, Edelman for Wi-Fi Alliance, karl.stetson@zenogroup.com, +1-206-297-5943, or USB-IF, Owen Sexton, press@usb.org, +1-512-322-5749, or VESA, Marta Weissenborn, McGrath Power, MartaWeissenborn@mcgrathpower.com, +1-408-200-3762
The #1 Mobile Health Destination Unveils the New WebMD App Providing a Personalized Experience and Engaging Lifestyle Content
NEW YORK, Sept. 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- WebMD Health Corp. (Nasdaq: WBMD), the leading source of health information, released a new version of its market-leading flagship app for the iPhone®, including personalized, engaging multimedia lifestyle content. The new WebMD app for iPhone offers on-demand, healthy-living information, in addition to physician-reviewed health content and interactive tools. The innovative design marries content and utility informed by more than five years of user insights and feedback. It is the latest milestone in WebMD's commitment to create and deliver the most engaging health content based on the unique health needs and interests of each user. As one of the most used and highest-rated health and fitness apps in the Apple App Store, the WebMD app has over 17 million downloads.(1)
"WebMD has built on its trusted brand and content and is now the go-to source for personalized health experiences across a multi-screen platform," said Bill Pence, WebMD Chief Technology Officer and Chief Operating Officer. "The new design of the WebMD app builds on the success we have had with personalizing experiences with our audience-based apps, such as WebMD Pregnancy and WebMD Baby, to provide consumers with an experience that is tailored uniquely to them."
The app also builds on WebMD's investment in healthy living that already includes expanded content on WebMD.com, in WebMD Magazineandin the WebMD Magazine app for iPad. WebMD app for iPhone now provides a wealth of healthy-living content, delivered in "snackable" quantities, and a broad range of wellness information, from recipes and dieting tips to advice on sex and relationships. WebMD meets the information-seeking habits of today's consumers and their demand for information tailored to specific interests at the right time on the right screen -- through our websites, mobile-optimized sites, and apps.
The features of the updated WebMD app for iPhone include:
-- Customizable Content Based on Healthy-Living Interests and Goals: The
update represents a completely new user interface, including a visually
stimulating home screen and enhanced user experience. Individuals can
select topics to populate tips, fun facts, articles, videos and quizzes
relevant to their healthy-living goals. The robust, mobile-optimized
content covers health and beauty, diet, parenting and children's health,
and sex and relationships.
-- Local Search for Health Providers: The search feature allows consumers
to find the closest physicians, hospitals and pharmacies available by
city, state or ZIP code. Users can also filter their search, like
pharmacies open 24 hours/day, and can save frequented
professionals/centers for ease-of-use.
-- Enhanced Health Information: WebMD app users can choose from and save
information on over 26,000 conditions, drugs and first aid topics and
rely on the app to help them make important and timely health and
wellness decisions. In addition to an increased breadth of disease and
treatment information, the medical term glossary provides a companion to
help explain tests, procedures and conditions for consumers before,
during and after doctor visits.
-- Patient Instructions: Patient Instructions is WebMD's first step in
building the foundation to connect patients and their healthcare
providers. The new WebMD app will connect with the Patient Instructions
feature in WebMD's Medscape app for healthcare professionals. Medscape
Patient Instructions allows physicians to securely send education and
instructions on thousands of conditions, procedures and drugs to their
patients. Patients can securely and conveniently read the instructions
and information on the WebMD app for iPhone, as well as WebMD's mobile
web and desktop sites.
WebMD continues to lead in mHealth with the development of a biometric device marketplace to enable the purchase of third-party devices. The marketplace will be accessible from the flagship app. The devices and apps available from the marketplace will further WebMD's commitment to enable users to get access to their data anywhere at any time.
WebMD app for iPhone is available for free from Apple's App Store. Detailed information about the app is available at http://www.webmd.com/mobile.
About WebMD
WebMD Health Corp. (NASDAQ: WBMD) is the leading provider of health information services, serving consumers, physicians, health care professionals, employers, and health plans through our public and private online portals, mobile platforms, and health-focused publications.
The WebMD Health Network includes WebMD Health, Medscape, MedicineNet, eMedicineHealth, RxList, theheart.org, Medscape Education, and other owned WebMD sites.
All statements contained in this press release, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements, including those regarding: our expectations concerning market opportunities and our ability to capitalize on them; and the benefits expected from new products or services. These statements speak only as of the date of this press release and are based on our current plans and expectations, and they involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual future events or results to be different than those described in or implied by such forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include those relating to: market acceptance of our products and services; relationships with customers and strategic partners; and changes in economic, political or regulatory conditions or other trends affecting the healthcare, Internet and information technology industries. Further information about these matters can be found in our Securities and Exchange Commission filings.
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Teledyne LeCroy Announces New SFF-8639 Dual Port Interposer
Monitor and Analyze Dual Ported SSDs Based on NVM Express and SCSI Express
SAN FRANCISCO, Sep 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Intel Developer Forum -- Teledyne LeCroy, the worldwide leader in protocol test solutions, today announced the availability of an SFF-8639 interposer card for analysis of dual ported Solid State Drives (SSDs) based on PCI Express(®) protocol. The SFF-8639 dual port Interposer Card, used with Summit Protocol Analyzers, enables PCIe(®) bus traffic between a host backplane and dual port SSD device to be monitored, captured, and recorded for protocol analysis. The SFF-8639 dual port interposer supports PCIe host interfaces such as NVM Express (NMVe) and SCSI Express (SOP/PQI), protocols at data rates from 2.5 GT/s up to 8 GT/s and lane widths of x2 per port.
"Earlier this year, Teledyne LeCroy introduced the SFF-8639 Single Port Interposer for early adopters who were using this new type connector on PCIe based SSDs and systems. Dual port SSD system developers needed the same ease of connectivity and reliable probing for their test set ups," said John Wiedemeier, Product Marketing Manager in the Protocol Solutions Group, Teledyne LeCroy. "The new SFF-8639 dual port interposer will support SSD monitoring for each individual A or B port or when both ports are active simultaneously as in a dual port mode configuration test set up."
"Storage developers who are designing high reliability and performance systems are looking to employ the features of NVM Express in mission critical server systems," said Jim Pappas, Director of Technology Initiatives, Intel Corporation. "The NVM Express community requires robust protocol analysis tools, and Intel is delighted to see Teledyne LeCroy developing products to support NVMe enterprise storage systems."
The SFF-8639 dual port interposer provides connectivity and monitoring capability for dual ported SSDs targeted at enterprise storage equipment that use the SFF-8639 connector. Dual ported SSDs provide two separate data paths providing higher performance and greater data redundancy for enterprise storage environments. The SFF-8639 dual port interposer can be used with 2-1/2" or 3" sized drives. To use this interposer, the drive is inserted into a drive tray on the interposer that supports a mechanical and electrical connection to a SFF-8639 connector. The interposer taps all PCIe protocol traffic between the host backplane and the storage device and records it on two PCIe protocol analyzers with each port data time synchronized, where protocol issues and performance metrics can be further analyzed and debugged.
"The storage industry looks to SCSI Express technology to address the needs of higher performance, data availability and solid reliability required by its customers in building its next generation of storage systems," said Martin Czekalski, President of the SCSI Trade Association and Interface Architecture Initiatives Manager, Seagate Technology. "Companies like Teledyne LeCroy have supported the SCSI Express community with both protocol analysis and test tools. The new SFF-8639 dual port interposer will make it possible to accurately monitor both data port paths simultaneously during system development and interoperability test."
Three years ago, Teledyne LeCroy was the first company to introduce a PCI Express protocol analyzer with NVM Express (NVMe) decoding functionality. Since that time Teledyne LeCroy has added decoding for SCSI Express (SOP/PQI) and SATA Express (AHCI/PCIe). Integrating all three PCIe(®) SSD technologies into a single protocol analyzer gives developers versatile tools that can show essential details regarding proper data transmission and bus performance. These tools have been at the center of much of the PCIe SSD interoperability testing that has occurred over the last few years.
Availability
The SFF-8639 Dual Port Interposer is available to order now. For additional information, contact Teledyne LeCroy at 1-800-5LeCroy (1-800-553-2769) or visit Teledyne LeCroy's web site at teledynelecroy.com.
About Teledyne LeCroy
Teledyne LeCroy is a worldwide leader in serial data test solutions, creating advanced instruments that drive product innovation by quickly measuring, analyzing and verifying complex electronic signals. The Company offers high-performance oscilloscopes, signal integrity test solutions and global communications protocol analyzers used by design engineers in the computer, semiconductor and consumer electronics, data storage, automotive and industrial, telecommunications, and military and aerospace markets. Teledyne LeCroy's 49-year heritage of technical innovation is the foundation for its recognized leadership in "WaveShape Analysis" - capturing, viewing and measuring the high-speed signals that drive today's information and communications technologies. Teledyne LeCroy is headquartered in Chestnut Ridge, New York. Company information is available at teledynelecroy.com.
AirTies Endorses Frog by Wyplay Initiative to Accelerate Innovation
ISTANBUL and MARSEILLE, France, September 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
Code Community initiative will give STB vendor full access to source code
for device middleware, backend add-ons and companion applications
AirTies, the innovative wireless networking and OTT-STB vendor, announced today that
it has chosen to collaborate with Wyplay, creator of software solutions for Pay TV
operators, in support of the recently announced Frog by Wyplay initiative. Wyplay's
software solution is deployed to more than 10 million subscribers at leading operators
such as Canal+, Belgacom, SFR and Vodafone.
The Frog by Wyplay initiative aims to free all actors in the TV technology ecosystem
from proprietary software lock-in by providing access to the full source code including:
client device middleware, backend add-ons and companion applications. AirTies has
developed standards based technology in the area of streaming HD video streams over WiFi
to multiple TV's and tablets and adapting OTTtechnology for operator class STB's. AirTies
believes that Wyplay's solution provides the ideal foundation to further develop its
technology for operators.
Philippe Alcaras, CEO of AirTies, comments "We are proud to be participating in the
Frog by Wyplay initiative. We believe that the combination of our technology with Wyplay's
is a very compelling proposition. The ARPU and subscriber growth benefits of streaming
over WiFi and OTT has been proven by leading operators. Next generation STBs will need to
integrate the best of broadcast, IP OTT, wireless and multi-screen - multi-room features.
This collaboration will enable us to accelerate and focus our innovation efforts, while
delivering complete solutions to our customers."
"We heartily welcome AirTies in the Frog by Wyplay community," says Jacques
Bourgninaud, CEO of Wyplay. "AirTies' active participation validates our belief in the
need for a more open and collaborative approach in the industry. Going further, we
anticipate that Frog by Wyplay offers the opportunity for companies like AirTies to easily
propose their technology to the entire community."
Wyplay and AirTies are showcasing their combined solution at IBC 2013 in RAI,
Amsterdam on their respective booths (Airties: Hall 5 B33, Wyplay: Hall 5 A11).
AirTies was founded in 2004 by a senior management and technical team from Silicon
Valley, with the strategic intent to become the market leader for the wirelessly connected
home. AirTies designs and develops its own software and hardware, wirelessly streaming
high definition video to multiple rooms and screens. The comprehensive product portfolio
includes broadband Internet devices and Internet based television set top boxes. Its award
winning technology enables seamless wireless integration at the touch of a button, as well
as 100 percent internet wireless coverage in homes.
AirTies has an installed base of over 8 million worldwide. More information is
available at http://www.airties.com
About Wyplay
Independent and internationally recognized, Wyplay develops open, modular, innovative
software solutions for IPTV, cable, satellite, and terrestrial TV operators and
broadcasters around the world. Wyplay's technology enables operators to select, configure,
and deploy solutions easily from the richest list of preconfigured functionality available
in a modular online TV solution, including an electronic program guide; video recorder;
multiscreen and multiroom connectivity; an application store; and more. Wyplay's
professional services team creates user experiences that exactly match and complement an
operator's or broadcaster's product and market strategies. Wyplay is now a strategic
partner for such leading brands as Canal+, SFR, Vodafone, and Belgacom. To learn more
about Wyplay, visit http://www.wyplay.com.
Contacts:
AirTies Contact:
Zeynep YOGURTCUGIL
EVP, HR & Corporate Communication
Dir. Tel +90-212-318-62-33
M: +90-532-454-64-40
Email: zeynep.yogurtcugil@airties.com
Website: http://www.airties.com
Wyplay Contact:
Julie GERET
Head of Communications
Tel: +33-621-047-705
Email: jgeret@wyplay.com
Website: http://www.wyplay.com