VIZIO Brings Ultra HD to Canada with Release of Award-Winning P-Series Ultra HD Full-Array LED Smart TV Collection
New Line-Up Combines Excellent Picture Quality and Advanced Performance for the Ultimate Entertainment Experience
IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 13, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- VIZIO, the #1 Smart TV Company in the U.S.(1), today announced the Canadian availability of its all-new P-Series Ultra HD Full-Array LED Smart TV collection, offering advanced local dimming with up to 72 Active LED Zones(TM)(,) Spatial Scaling Engine technology for beautiful upscaling of HD content to near 4K Ultra HD picture quality, and VIZIO's V6 six-core processor for powerful performance. The VIZIO P-Series Ultra HD Smart TV collection has been engineered to offer consumers excellent picture quality, delivering a comprehensive 4K Ultra HD solution. VIZIO P-Series Ultra HD Full-Array LED Smart TVs will be available in 50", 60" and 70" class screen sizes.
Having launched in the U.S. market earlier this fall, the VIZIO P-Series Ultra HD collection has already been heralded by Reviewed.com as the Best Value 4K TV and Best Mid-Range LCD(2) TV of the year. Available initially at Best Buy Canada and Future Shop retail locations and through their stores' online channels, P-Series Ultra HD TVs feature the latest technologies. With four times the resolution of 1080p Full HD, the P-Series Ultra HD collection offers Canadian consumers higher detail in every picture. Full-Array LED backlighting allows for better light uniformity, offering up to 72 Active LED Zones, raising the bar for LED backlight performance. For a more vibrant, beautiful picture when compared to edge-lit LED backlight sets, each Active LED Zone in the P-Series TVs dynamically adjusts to discretely control the backlight to match content on-screen, generating deeper black levels and higher contrast levels for a greatly enhanced picture compared to edge-lit LED sets.
VIZIO's new P-Series Ultra HD Smart TV collection is optimized to deliver consumer entertainment in near 4K Ultra HD picture quality right out of the box for a beautifully simple Ultra HD experience. The Spatial Scaling Engine has been engineered to beautifully transform 1080p Full HD entertainment into spectacular near Ultra HD. As consumption of movies and TV shows through streaming services continues to grow, the P-Series Ultra HD Smart TVs have been fully designed to stream 4K Ultra HD from popular apps like Netflix and later this year, UltraFlix(4).
"As proven with reviews from leading U.S. technology outlets, the P-Series collection will now also offer Canadian consumers outstanding Ultra HD picture and performance," said Matt McRae, Chief Technology Officer, VIZIO. "With 4K popularity and content options on the rise, consumers are now demanding innovations to upgrade their viewing experience. Technologies such as HEVC H.265 codec, 802.11ac dual-band WiFi, and support for the latest HDMI standards all give Canadian consumers the Ultra HD solutions that matter most."
On top of standout picture quality, P-Series Ultra HD Smart TV viewers will appreciate Clear Action Rate 960 from VIZIO. Perfect for watching a hockey game and following the fast moving action, Clear Action Rate 960 boasts an effective refresh rate of 240 Hz, ensuring viewers enjoy a crisp, smooth picture with superior motion clarity when watching their favorite fast-action scenes. Beautifully crisp images are further enhanced by Advanced Color Management and Active Pixel Tuning technologies. These critical innovations deliver color, contrast and picture detail accuracy for an outstanding viewing experience.
Committed to providing a multitude of entertainment options for Canadian consumers as the #1 Smart TV Company in the U.S.(1), VIZIO designed P-Series Ultra HD Smart TVs to support the latest standard in streaming thanks to VIZIO Internet Apps Plus(®). VIZIO's latest connected platform is equipped with support for the HEVC H.265 codec and 802.11ac dual-band WiFi for a more robust streaming experience that is up to 3x faster(3). These advancements enable consumers to easily stream Ultra HD content through apps like Netflix and launching later this year, UltraFlix(4), with HDCP 2.2 built-in for playback of protected Ultra HD content. Support for the latest HDMI 2.0 standards helps ensure consumers continue to enjoy their P-series Ultra HD Smart TV into the future as more consumer electronics devices enter the market, enabling playback of 4K Ultra HD content at up to 60 fps. VIZIO Internet Apps Plus offers consumers an intuitive experience with seamless second-screen interactivity through Netflix and YouTube that allows users to search for content on the corresponding app on their Android and Apple iOS mobile devices. When the TV and device are on the same WiFi network, consumers can simply click to play the content on the big screen, controlling playback on the TV from their device. VIZIO Internet Apps Plus features a multitude of popular apps like Netflix, YouTube, Yahoo! News, Flickr, Crackle, among others.
To support the excellent picture quality and Ultra HD experience in the P-Series Ultra HD collection, VIZIO engineered the V6 six-core processor. Comprised of a quad-core GPU plus dual-core CPU, the V6 six-core processor delivers maximum speed and advanced graphics processing, enabling an even faster smart TV user experience. To ensure picture quality always remains king, VIZIO also enabled VM50, a dedicated motion and picture-processing engine that beautifully renders every image, including Ultra HD content, with incredible detail.
With an established track record driving mass adoption of new technologies in the U.S. - such as LCD, LED and Smart TV - VIZIO has positioned itself to offer Canadian consumers a 4K Ultra HD solution that not only enhances the home entertainment experience but also raises the bar in terms of picture quality. P-Series carries the same beautifully simple pedigree of the VIZIO E- and M-Series Smart TV collections which launched in the Canadian market in early September 2014, but delivers a new Ultra HD entertainment experience Canadians will appreciate.
Consumers can purchase models from the VIZIO P-Series Ultra HD Full-Array LED Smart TV collection today in-store and online at Best Buy Canada and Future Shop retail locations.
VIZIO P-Series Ultra HD Full-Array LED Smart TV Collection (MSRP)
VIZIO 50" P-Series Ultra HD Full-Array LED Smart TV (P502ui-B1) $1,139,99*
VIZIO 60" P-Series Ultra HD Full-Array LED Smart TV (P602ui-B3) $1,939.99*
VIZIO 70" P-Series Ultra HD Full-Array LED Smart TV (P702ui-B3) $2,849.99*
*PRICES NOT APPLICABLE IN QUEBEC. MSRP does not include applicable fees and taxes. Pricing may vary depending on retailer.
(1) The NPD Group / Weekly Tracking Service, Flat Panel TV units with Apps included, Dec 30 2012 - May 24 2014
(2 )Reviewed.com 2014 Best of the Year Awards
(3) IEEE standard 802.11 specifications. Maximum throughput rate of 802.11ac (1300 Mbps) is approximately three times faster than that of 802.11n (450 Mbps). Actual rate will vary, and will be subject to router model, site environment, range, Internet bandwidth and other factors.
(4 )The applications and content of the VIZIO Internet Apps Plus® pictured may only be available in certain countries or languages, may require additional fees or subscription charges, and may be subject to future updates, modifications or discontinuation without notice.
About VIZIO
VIZIO, Inc. is headquartered in Irvine, California. VIZIO skyrocketed to the #1 shipper of LCD television in North America in Q2 2007(1), within five years from their first shipment, and has been in the top 3 ever since(2). VIZIO is now also America's #1 Smart TV company(5) and large size LCD TV company(3) VIZIO is also the #1 Sound Bar Brand in the U.S(4). For over a decade, VIZIO has remained committed to what it does best -- focus on the consumer to deliver visionary products at a great value. The brand is consistently recognized for excellence in customer service, and was awarded 19 Stevie Awards, including the Grand Stevie Award in the 8(th) Annual Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service. VIZIO offers a broad range of award winning consumer electronics that now include PCs and mobility products. VIZIO's products are found at Amazon, Best Buy, BJ's Wholesale, Costco Wholesale, Sam's Club, Target, Walmart and other retailers in North America. VIZIO has won numerous awards including Reviewed.com's 2014 Best of the Year Value 4K TV, Best of the Year Mid-Range LCD and CES Editor's Choice, "Best of CES 2014" by IGN, "Best of CES 2014" by PC Magazine and "Best of the Best 2014" by UltraHDTV Magazine for its Reference Series Ultra HD Full-Array LED Smart TV. VIZIO's P-Series Ultra HD Full-Array LED Smart TV was also recognized by The Verge as "Best TV of CES" for 2014 as well as awarded "Best of CES" by Complex and "Best of Show" by Wired for 2014. VIZIO also earned #1 ranking in the Inc. 500 for Top Companies in Computers and Electronics and made the lists of Ad Age's Hottest Brands, CNET's Editor's Choice, CNET Best of CES 2011 - Television, CNET Best of CES 2013 - Home Theater and Audio, Sound & Vision's Top Picks, Good Housekeeping's Best Big-Screens, PC World's Best Buy and Popular Mechanics Editor's Choice among many other prestigious honors. For more information, please call 888-VIZIOCE or visit http://www.VIZIO.com.
(1)NPD DisplaySearch Global TV Shipment and Forecast Report, North America LCD Shipments Q2 2007
(2)NPD DisplaySearch Global TV Shipment and Forecast Report, North America LCD Shipments, Annual 2007-2013
(3) The NPD Group / Retail Tracking Service, 60" and greater LCD units sold, Jan 2013 - Mar 2014
(4)The NPD Group / Retail Tracking Service, units sold in the U.S., Jan 2011 - Dec 2013
(5)The NPD Group / Weekly Tracking Service, Flat Panel TV units with Apps included, Dec 30 2012 - May 24 2014
EyeLock and Wistron NeWeb Corporation Partner to Bring Iris Authentication to the Internet of Things
License agreement marks first of its kind to embed iris authentication across ODM devices including consumer and enterprise computers
NEW YORK, Nov. 13, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- EyeLock Inc., a market leader of iris-based identity authentication solutions, today announced it has entered into a licensing agreement with Wistron NeWeb Corporation (WNC) (TSE:6285) to embed EyeLock's patented iris authentication technology into a broad array of consumer and enterprise devices for applications across PCs, set-top boxes, network devices and automotive sectors. The partnership establishes EyeLock as the first company to have its patented, proprietary iris authentication technology embedded in original design manufacturer (ODM) devices.
Under the terms of the agreement, WNC will design, develop and market EyeLock-enabled modules, to be sold to the market-at-large, as well as incorporated into reference designs of devices for OEM customers.
"EyeLock and WNC will make iris identity authentication technology accessible to people around the world on the devices they use every day," said Anthony Antolino, Chief Marketing and Business Development Officer, EyeLock, Inc. "Our objective has been to change the way people access and protect their identities and the information most important to them. Delivering embedded solutions across consumer products creates easy, safe and ubiquitous identity access to the devices and services we use most," continued Antolino. "As one of the world's most recognized and innovative ODMs, our partnership with WNC brings us one step closer to that reality."
"Iris authentication technology is one of the most sought after integrated features in the market today," said Chun Lee, Senior Vice President, Global Business Development for WNC. "EyeLock's market leading technology is a valuable utility to OEM customers, the markets they serve and ultimately in helping consumers unlock even more capability from the devices and the services they bring to life. With WNC's vast reach in developing and manufacturing consumer and M2M products across networking, mobile, home, enterprise, automotive, satellite, wireless and broadband markets, WNC can greatly accelerate the time to market of this game changing technology."
EyeLock's technology provides an unprecedented level of convenience and security with unmatched biometric accuracy, making it the most proven way to authenticate ones identity aside from DNA. The company's advances in iris authentication have made it possible to incorporate this highly secure technology into consumer-oriented devices at scale without compromising the technology's accuracy or ease-of-use.
Electronic devices rely on passwords that are often forgotten and provide marginal security. The frequency and velocity of password breaches punctuates its vulnerability and the need to move away from password security protocols. EyeLock's breakthrough technology enables best practices of existing password protocols and sets the stage for rendering passwords obsolete. EyeLock has developed and brought to market a proprietary iris authentication technology that looks at more than 240 points in each eye, and is one of the only companies in the world to utilize dual-eye authentication.
About EyeLock
EyeLock is a leader in iris authentication, provides the highest level of security with EyeLock ID technology. The company's proprietary, embeddable technology enables the convenient, secure authentication of individuals across physical and logical environments. EyeLock's software has been integrated across consumer and enterprise platforms, eliminating the need for PINs and passwords. No two irises are alike, and outside DNA - the iris is the most accurate human identifier. Corporations across the Fortune 500 recognize the level of security EyeLock provides due in part to its false accept rate (, ease of use and scalability. As a sponsor member of the Fast IDentity Online Alliance (FIDO), a non-profit organization dedicated to creating a safer and more secure digital presence for consumers, EyeLock is dedicated to providing digital privacy and next generation security.
About Wistron NeWeb Corporation
Wistron NeWeb Corporation (WNC) is an industry leader in the design and manufacturing of advanced wireless communication products. With strong R&D and high-volume production capabilities, WNC consistently introduces innovative technologies covering a range of products including: DBS outdoor units, satellite/digital radio, networking devices (IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac), CDMA/3G/LTE mobile devices, set-top boxes, digital home devices, automotive electronics, M2M products, RFID and NFC solutions, and various types of mobile-device/cellular-phone/LDS antennas. WNC's mission is to provide its worldwide customers and partners with superior products through premium ODM/JDM design, manufacturing, logistics, and after-sales services. For more information, please visit: http://www.wnc.com.tw.
Contact:
Julia Gaynor
Weber Shandwick on behalf of EyeLock Corporation
212.445.8386
jgaynor@webershandwick.com
Molly Lin
AVP, Marketing & Investor Relations Center
+886-3-6667799 ext: 3888
molly.lin@wnc.com.tw
The first 'one stop shop' for Churches looking to be equipped with engagement training AND mobile apps now available with InspireHUB's simple 1-2-3 system.
DALLAS, Nov. 13, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- InspireHUB Inc., the first company to combine best-practices engagement training with a proprietary engagement mobile and tablet app platform, has announced the release of its affordable platform into the US, Canadian and Australian markets for Churches. Churches know that embracing technology (and in particular mobile) is something that will help strengthen their engagement and communications with their members. Yet, many have struggled to successfully keep up due in part to costs but also due to previous failed attempts at 'new technology' that have left Churches wary.
"The challenge of successful implementation is not something that only Churches struggle with," explains Karolyn Hart, COO of InspireHUB Inc. "Even the largest companies in the world have encountered this same problem. Ultimately, the difference between success and failure comes down to understanding human behavior and how your people will interact with the solution. It won't do any good to implement a new piece of technology (even if it is as simple and affordable as InspireHUB's) if you and your team are not using it correctly. For example, we teach and show our clients why the content in their mobile app must be different than their website. Furthermore, even if you get that right, you will not grow your mission if what you communicate online is different than where you actually spend your time. This teaching is the key difference that is driving success for our clients."
The InspireHUB Platform incorporates a simple 1-2-3 system that is specifically designed for the non-techy individual or organization. Steeped in human-behavior research the simply designed interface was built for the "boomer and above" market with the premise that it needed to be as easy to build and update a mobile app as it is to send an attachment in an email.
"The easiest way for me to describe what we've done with our mobile app platform is to review the evolution of the MP3 player," explains Hart. "In the beginning they were bulky, expensive, and also did things like play radio and store images. When the iPod arrived, it seemed 'too simple' but that simplicity was key! That simplification is what we are doing for web apps. Our system is simple, but it's also very sophisticated."
Donald Clark, Managing Director of InspireHUB sums up the InspireHUB platform and system this way: "We have built cutting edge, 21(st) century technology to facilitate a 2000 year old mission that unites over 2 billion people worldwide. The promise of instant, meaningful communication has existed for over a decade, but until now, no one has bridged that promise with the reality of a solution that is firstly, affordable and secondly, easily managed by non-techy staff and volunteers in real-time. Combine that with our training to ensure successful implementation and it's safe to say that InspireHUB is taking the church message and mission mobile in 2015!"
For more information on how you can use the InspireHUB Platform for your church please visit http://inspirehub.com/churches.
About InspireHUB Inc. - InspireHUB provides affordable solutions (which includes mobile and tablet technologies, fundraising management, best-practices training and solutions consulting) for Worthy Causes (Non-Profits and Charities) that maximizes their performance by helping them to recruit volunteers, increase member engagement and fund campaigns ranging from $10,000 to $100 million. InspireHUB can be found on the web at http://www.inspirehub.com.
For more information please contact:
Carole Obeid
Tel: 1 855 355 IHUB (4482)
Email: media@inspirehub.com
DJI Launches Inspire 1, The World's First Flying 4k Camera
DJI Inspire 1 Combines Professional features into one ready-to-fly platform
- First 4k camera designed for aerial use
- New form factor allows for full range of motion for camera
- Integrated professional tools including wireless HD video transmission
SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 13, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- DJI, a global leader in aerial photography and cinematography platforms, today announced the release of the DJI Inspire 1, the world's first flying 4K camera that offers midair transformation as well as a built-in wireless HD video transmitter, stabilization indoors without GPS and more camera control than ever.
This tool bridges DJI's consumer and professional products that are the aerial platforms of choice for professional photographers and cinematographers worldwide.
"We see this as the perfect combination of the Phantom and Spreading Wings series, being able to take off at the touch of a button while simultaneously giving users fine control of the images they capture," said Frank Wang, DJI's CEO.
In addition to incorporating a groundbreaking 4K aerial camera, the Inspire 1 camera maintains stability even in strong wind conditions via an integrated 3-axis gimbal.
The Inspire 1 integrates DJI's patented wireless HD transmitter, Lightbridge, and comes with a fully redesigned mobile app that runs across both iOS and Android devices, broadcasting 1080p video at a distance of 1.7km.
"The Inspire 1 is truly a first-of-its-kind product that we see easily fitting into the toolbox of professionals across a variety of industries while still being to capture outstanding images for creative and hobby use," said Eric Cheng, Director of Aerial Imaging.
With the touch of a button, the Inspire 1 takes off and will transform itself into a "V" position, allowing pilots to capture images from any angle. Similarly, the revamped "dynamic home point" function enables pilots to ensure their unit always knows where they are and can return to them safely.
During flight, the platform stabilizes itself using a downward facing "Optical Flow" camera that uses a stereoscopic image of the ground to ensure it does not drift, even when flying indoors or without GPS.
The DJI Inspire 1 also comes with a brand new 6-cell battery, enabling it to spend up to 18 minutes in the air. Pilots will be able to monitor each cell's strength through the app to ensure safe flight, in addition to DJI's signature automatic landing function in the case of low battery.
Additional features include:
-- Dual operator control
-- Gimbal and camera settings control integrated into the remote controller
-- 94-degree field of view camera limits lens distortion
-- Larger, more versatile sensor which allows for better low light
performance
-- Improved motors, propeller design, flight controller and electronic
speed controllers (ESC) to provide more finely tuned flight controls.
"DJI will continue to find new ways to empower creators to achieve their vision like never before," said Mr. Wang.
The DJI Inspire 1 is available for pre-order through the DJI website and from authorized dealers worldwide for an MSRP to be confirmed on launch day. Learn more about the Inspire 1 by visiting http://www.DJI.com/inspire1
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For additional information, please contact
PR Manager: Michael Perry
Email: Michael.Perry@DJI.com
About DJI
DJI is a global leader in developing and manufacturing innovative camera technology for commercial and recreational use. DJI was founded and is run by people with a passion for remote-controlled helicopters and experts in flight control technology and camera stabilization. The company is dedicated to making aerial photography and filmmaking more reliable and easier to use for creators and innovators around the world. DJI's global operations currently span North America, Europe and Asia, and its revolutionary products and solutions have been chosen by customers in over 100 countries; for applications in film, advertising, construction, fire fighting, farming, and many other industries.
Popular Development Tools from IAR Systems Support Complete Atmel | SMART MCU and MPU Portfolio
With Over 1,400 Example Projects Supporting Atmel's Broad Portfolio of MCUs and MPUs, IAR Embedded Workbench Enables Developers to Bring Their Atmel Designs Faster Time to Market
SAN JOSE, Calif., Nov. 13, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Atmel(®) Corporation (NASDAQ: ATML), a global leader in microcontroller (MCU) and touch technology solutions, and IAR Systems®, the world-leading provider of development tools for embedded systems, today announced the two companies have extended their partnership to include over 1,400 new example projects in IAR Systems' development tools to support Atmel's entire portfolio of world-class MCUs and MPUs (microprocessors).
Designers using Atmel AVR and Atmel | SMART MCUs and MPUs can now leverage IAR Embedded Workbench(®), the leading C/C++ compiler and debugger toolchain, with new example projects to bring their products faster to market. With all the information available to a developer at the start of a project, including over 1,400 new examples from the Atmel Software Framework (ASF) for reference designs across a broad range of applications and Atmel's Xplained Pro family of evaluation boards, this significantly increases developers' productivity.
ASF is a large library of free source code for Atmel | SMART ARM(®) and AVR devices. ASF minimizes much of the low-level configuration and design required for projects to get off the ground, by providing hardware abstraction with consistent APIs, as well as high-value middleware components designed for evaluation, prototyping, design, and production phases.
"We are committed to providing simple, yet sophisticated tools for our designers' complex development," said Steve Pancoast, Vice President of Development Software and Tools, Atmel Corporation. "Since the introduction of our AVRs in the early 90s, IAR Systems has always been an important partner for us, providing world-class tools to our most demanding users. The integration of our reference application examples into IAR Embedded Workbench will reduce overall time-to-market for developers, enabling them to bring products faster to market."
"High-performance development tools are critical for success in today's advanced embedded systems designs, specifically for the Internet of Things and connectivity markets," said Stefan Skarin, Chief Executive Officer, IAR Systems. "IAR Systems' position is unique in that we are the only commercial vendor able to provide this, as well as our world-class support, across Atmel's entire range of microcontroller architectures."
Atmel 8- and 32-bit AVR MCUs. With a unique combination of performance, power efficiency and design flexibility, Atmel's 8- and 32-bit AVR MCUs deliver ease-of-use, low-power consumption and extremely high-levels of integration. Atmel's AVR MCUs complement the Atmel | SMART portfolio of MCUs and MPUs, and are optimized to help designers bring their products faster to market. AVR MCUs offer the industry's most code-efficient architecture for C and assembly programming along with more computing performance and better power efficiency.
Atmel | SMART. Atmel(®) | SMART ARM-based products deliver the platform for intelligent, connected devices in the era of IoT, wireless and energy efficiency. These solutions include embedded processing and connectivity--as well as software and tools, designed to make development faster and more cost-effective to bring the best-in-class products to market. Atmel(®) | SMART MCUs combine powerful 32-bit ARM cores with industry-leading low-power technology and intelligent peripherals.
IAR Embedded Workbench. IAR Embedded Workbench® is the leading development toolchain for ARM Cortex-M microcontrollers. In addition to the sophisticated IAR C/C++ Compiler(TM), the tools include extensive debugging and analysis possibilities, and offer the broadest device support in the industry covering more than 3,000 ARM devices. Thanks to strong partnerships with the leading microcontroller manufacturers, IAR Systems is able to deliver market-leading performance across a wide spectrum of ARM Cortex-M-based processor families. This unique independence allows customers to pick and choose among the different microcontrollers, finding the perfect choice for their needs while feeling confident they will be able to maximize the features of the selected microcontroller.
About Atmel
Atmel Corporation (NASDAQ: ATML) is a worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of microcontrollers, capacitive touch solutions, advanced logic, mixed-signal, nonvolatile memory and radio frequency (RF) components. Leveraging one of the industry's broadest intellectual property (IP) technology portfolios, Atmel is able to provide the electronics industry with intelligent and connected solutions focused on the industrial, consumer, communications, computing and automotive markets.
About IAR Systems
IAR Systems provides developers of embedded systems with world-leading software tools for developing competitive products based on 8-, 16-, and 32-bit processors. Established in Sweden in 1983, the company has over 46 000 customers globally, mainly in the areas of industrial automation, medical devices, consumer electronics, telecommunication, and automotive products. IAR Systems has an extensive network of partners and cooperates with the world's leading semiconductor vendors. IAR Systems Group AB is listed on NASDAQ OMX Stockholm. For more information, please visit http://www.iar.com.
Allview WI7 and WI10N, Two Attractive Devices With Windows 8.1
BUCHAREST, Romania, November 13, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
Allview, the brand of smartphones and tablets currently on the European market,
launches today at Microsoft Summit Romania the WI7, a 7" Tablet PC, and the WI10N, a
hybrid netbook. Both run Windows 8.1 and represent competitive options for productivity
and flexible use.
"Each of these two devices released today brings multiple benefits to consumers. The
WI7 is an easy-to-carry tablet that integrates a powerful Intel(R) Atom(TM) processor and
has an Office 365 Personal subscription for one year. The device's price is similar to the
cost of Office licenses purchased separately," said Lucian Peticila, General Manager,
Allview.
Allview's WI7 has a 7" display with 1024x600 pixels resolution, a Quad CoreIntel(R)
Atom(TM) processor with a frequency of up to 1.83 GHz, Intel HD graphics solution, and 1GB
RAM which will perform all daily activities at the office, home or away. The Office 365
Personal subscription included for one year can be used on the WI7 as well as a PC and a
smartphone. This ensures 1TB online storage in OneDrive. The files are synchronized across
devices, with easy access and sharing.
Useful and elegant, the WI10N has a 10" display and is equipped with a reversible
keyboard dock that allows users to choose the most appropriate way of positioning. The
device is suitable for people who want an ultra portable solution that meets both the role
of tablet and netbook. The WI10N is equipped with an Intel(R) Atom(TM) Quad Core CPU with
a frequency of up to 1.83 GHz, Intel HD Graphics processor and 1GB RAM. Productivity is
complete with a keyboard with touchpad and the possibility to attach a mouse via Bluetooth
or USB port. The 6000 mAh battery and Intel(R) Atom(TM) processor ensures high performance
with low power consumption, providing a range of up to 5 hours of continuous use and up to
6 days in standby. The WI10N also includes an Office 365 Personal subscription for one
year and 1TB online storage in OneDrive.
Allview's new products are available starting today at 69,95 euro for the WI7, and 199
euro for the WI10N. For more details, please visit http://www.allviewmobile.com/e-shop.
About Allview Mobile
Created in 2004, the Allview brand is present on IT&C markets in Romania, Poland,
Bulgaria, Germany, Hungary, Netherlands, Moldova, Slovakia, Greece, Serbia and
Bosnia-Herzegovina. Allview devices have a user-friendly interface, an attractive design,
the latest technical features and high performance.
By Community Demand, JFrog Announces Private Docker Registries
SAN FRANCISCO, November 13, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
Empowering Docker with an On-prem Secured Artifactory Repository
JFrog [http://www.jfrog.com ] announces Artifactory's
[http://www.jfrog.com/artifactory ] support for secure, private Docker Registries. The
company's flagship product, Artifactory, fully supports the Docker client, allowing
companies to securely store their internal Docker images in a local repository within the
organization's LAN. With comprehensive security features, Artifactory provides
fine-grained access control, letting you define exactly who can access images in any local
repository.
Docker [http://www.docker.com ] has emerged as the "King of Containers" with more and
more enterprises adopting Docker technology to run applications in data centers, on IT
infrastructure and developer laptops alike. Docker's decoupling of applications from their
environments is revolutionizing how software is run. However, as with any (relatively) new
technology, there is still much to be done. One of the biggest concerns with Docker,
impeding its large scale adoption in enterprises, is the runtime security of Docker
containers. But there's another aspect of security that is receiving less attention, but
is no less important - the Docker registries on which images are stored. These are
generally public, so anyone can download anything. Even though DockerHub
[https://hub.docker.com ] does offer private registries, enterprises are still not quite
ready to upload their sensitive IP to the cloud - whether it's Docker images or
applications. While there are tools available that wrap Docker registries, so that
enterprises can import and run them privately within their secured LAN, having to use a
dedicated tool to manage each software technology means a lot of maintenance for IT staff
managing the infrastructures.
With over 800 industry-leading customers like Netflix, Oracle, CA, VMWare, Amazon, EMC
and others, Artifactory, JFrog's award-winning Binary Repository Manager
[http://www.jfrog.com/binary-repository ] has supported secure, private registries for all
common development technologies since day 1. With the newly added support for Docker,
enterprises can securely store their internal Docker images, and implement fine-grained
access control to determine who can access what. From restricting complete repositories
down to restricting a single artifact, and from a group of any size down to a single
developer.
"Organizations shouldn't have to integrate new tools every time a new technology
emerges,"said Yoav Landman, JFrog CTO. "Developers and DevOps shouldn't have to deal with
new challenges to configure and maintain an ever-growing set of tools. We're a
user-needs-driven company, and by adding support for Docker in Artifactory, we make it
easy for our customers to adopt this technology while maintaining security and privacy
within their organization."
"We pay close attention to industry requirements and listen carefully to our community
and customers. Thanks to Artifactory's full support for the Docker client, using
Artifactory to manage Docker images is transparent to developers, and requires no special
effort on their part," said Fred Simon, JFrog Chief Architect. "Once access to Docker
images is configured to go through Artifactory, developers continue to do what they do
best, write code, without having to worry about where to upload or download images," Simon
added.
Support for Docker is included in an Artifactory Pro
[http://www.jfrog.com/artifactory/versions ] Power Pack subscription, along with support
for Maven, Gradle, Python (PyPi), Nuget, RubyGems, Debian, and virtually every other
development technology in common use today. This is in addition to a host of other
features [http://www.jfrog.com/artifactory/features ] that any modern organization doing
software development, shouldn't live without.
For more information on Artifactory's support for Docker, please contact
info@jfrog.com or visit jfrog.com.
More Milestone Certifications Achieved by EMC, HP Workstation, NetApp, Promise Technology and Seneca
COPENHAGEN, Denmark, November 13, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
Milestone video integrations with IT Infrastructure components are tested,
proven and documented for interoperability and optimized configurations
Milestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS),
has fully reported performance certification of five more Milestone Solution Partner
solutions with IT infrastructure components such as servers, storage, and workstation
products. The companies achieving this comprehensive process with documented results are
EMC, HP Workstation, NetApp, PROMISE Technology and Seneca. <start_newscom>
The IT infrastructure, server, storage and client platforms are integral parts of a
networked video management deployment. Therefore, any miscalculations of the server or
storage requirements will impact the success of a system's operation, resulting in system
outages and downtime. To address this, Milestone works closely with IT infrastructure
vendors to ensure that their systems can be optimized for the Milestone XProtect(R)
software portfolio, helping implementations to be specified, built and delivered as
optimal systems for each customer's technical environment.
The Milestone Solution Certification for IT infrastructure products gives verification
of the components as interoperable and optimized for performance with XProtect VMS. The
certification process delivers documentation of a solution's proven maturity and quality
as assurance of system integrity and differentiation from non-certified components.
"Integrators and end users can build solutions with confidence when referencing the
tested configuration data from the Milestone certification process. The documented proof
describes how these video solutions operate within the parameters of the maximum
performance tests," says Christian Bohn, VP Strategic Alliances at Milestone Systems. "We
have been doing integration certifications for several years, and these additions continue
to build trust in Milestone solutions for both partners and customers."
Each certification project has three phases, beginning with two scenarios of a
benchmark test and a maximum performance test. Statistics from the Milestone XProtect
Recording Servers are gathered to judge the performance as a platform for video recording.
The analyzed data and findings are presented in a complete report with details on the
configuration of the test system and a summary.
These tests identify that the given system integrations meet minimum expected
performance thresholds based on known benchmarks for best practice. The certification also
measures the maximum number of cameras, at a given frame rate, resolution and codec that
can be supported by the server and storage system. A summary report from the Solution
Certification includes optimal configuration for a surveillance system using the Milestone
XProtect VMS with the solution partner's products. This contains the solution
architecture, the performance results, use-case information, detailed system
configurations for the XProtect VMS components and the solution partner's products.
The Milestone certification results are valid for the lifecycle of the products
tested. Yearly re-certification options mean that whenever new versions are launched by
Milestone or the partner, the documentation will prove that the integration continues to
be compatible and optimized.
The Milestone Solution Finder
[http://www.milestonesys.com/Solutions/Find/Solution-Finder ] displays the wide choice of
third-party applications that are compatible with XProtect VMS. Certification also applies
to Milestone Solution Partners who develop software or device plug-ins for integration to
the XProtect software portfolio.
About Milestone Systems
Milestone Systems is a global industry leader in open platform IP video management
software, founded in 1998 and now operating as a stand-alone company in the Canon Group.
Milestone technology is easy to manage, reliable and proven in thousands of customer
installations, providing flexible choices in network hardware and integrations with other
systems. Sold through partners in more than 100 countries, Milestone solutions help
organizations to manage risks, protect people and assets, optimize processes and reduce
costs. http://www.milestonesys.com
Sony Network Entertainment International And Sony Computer Entertainment Unveil PlayStation(TM)Vue, A New Cloud-Based TV Service That Pioneers The Future Of Television
Access live TV and on-demand content without a cable or satellite service
Select PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®3 Owners Will Be Able to Preview the Service in Beta Starting This Month
SAN MATEO, Calif., Nov. 13, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Network Entertainment International LLC (SNEI) and Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCE) today unveiled PlayStation(TM)Vue, a pioneering new cloud-based TV service that reinvents the television experience.
"Everyday TV is about to become extraordinary with our new cloud-based TV service, PlayStation(TM)Vue," said Andrew House, President and Group CEO of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. and Group Executive in charge of the Network Entertainment Business. "PlayStation(TM)Vue reinvents the traditional viewing experience so your programming effortlessly finds you, enabling you to watch much more of what you want and search a lot less. PlayStation(TM)Vue brings the best of live TV and a robust catalog of the latest content, always keeping you connected to what's popular, new and trending. Today's announcement builds on the historic success of PlayStation®4 and demonstrates what our company is capable of when we embrace disruption and stay true to gamers."
Removing Barriers between Viewers and Content
PlayStation(TM)Vue leverages the power of the cloud to combine the live, on-demand, and catch-up TV content viewers love with a powerful user interface that delivers unprecedented personalization and simplicity.
-- PlayStation(TM)Vue immediately connects viewers to the content they want
to watch, helps them easily access their favorite shows and channels,
and recommends movies and shows based on their viewing habits and what's
trending.
-- Discovering content is both simple and powerful with PlayStation(TM)Vue.
The smart "Search" feature narrows down results quickly and intuitively,
and the powerful "Explore" function allows viewers to filter the entire
catalog of live and on-demand content by type of program, genre,
ratings, popularity, length and more.
-- PlayStation(TM)Vue delivers catch-up and on-demand TV, freeing viewers
to watch TV on their own schedules. The service makes the past three
days of popular programming available without the need to schedule
recordings.
-- Viewers can save their favorite shows to the cloud without storage
restrictions or scheduling conflicts. Once viewers tag a favorite show,
they will automatically have access to episodes of that show for 28 days
so that they can watch on their own time.
-- PlayStation(TM)Vue is simple to navigate and intuitive to use. By
leveraging the power of the PlayStation® platform and controller,
viewers are always one click away from quick access to watching,
finding, and discovering content.
The Best Content on TV
During the invite-only beta, PlayStation(TM)Vue will initially offer around 75 channels per market from the following major programmers, including local broadcast stations, so that viewers can enjoy their favorite movies, TV shows, and sports programs.
The following is a list of our current network partners, with additional partners to be announced in the future:
-- CBS - At launch, PlayStation®Vue will offer the live linear signal from
CBS Television Network's owned-and-operated TV stations in select
leading markets in addition to on-demand prime-time programming.
-- Discovery Communications - Discovery Channel, TLC, Animal Planet,
Investigation Discovery, Science, OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network, Discovery
Family Channel and 11 more brands.
-- Fox - Fox Networks Group's portfolio of national entertainment
programming services, including - FX, FXX, FXM, National Geographic
Channel and Nat Geo WILD. Additionally FOX Sports' national and regional
programming services - FOX Sports 1, FOX Sports 2, BTN, Fox's regional
sports networks, including YES Network and Prime Ticket. The agreement
also covers Fox's owned and operated television stations.
-- NBCUniversal - All local offerings from NBC, Telemundo and regional
sports networks as well as Bravo, CNBC, E!, NBCSN, Oxygen, Sprout, Syfy,
USA Network and more.
-- Scripps Networks Interactive - HGTV, Food Network, Travel Channel, DIY
Network and Cooking Channel.
-- Viacom - BET, CMT, Comedy Central, MTV, Nickelodeon, PALLADIA, Spike,
VH1 and more.
Transparent Pricing with No Commitments
Pricing and packaging details will be revealed at commercial launch but PlayStation(TM)Vue is changing the rules for how people pay for subscription TV.
-- What you see is what you pay - fair and competitive price that is
transparent with no hidden fees or charges.
-- No contracts - maximum flexibility as PlayStation(TM)Vue will be offered
on a month-to-month basis without any penalty or customer service
hassles for cancellation.
-- No equipment or installation charges - with broadband internet service
and a PlayStation®4 system or PlayStation®3 system, there's no need to
install or rent any additional equipment.
Availability
PlayStation(TM)Vue will begin an invite only beta preview during November for select PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®3 owners, with a phased rollout starting in New York followed later by Chicago, Philadelphia, and Los Angeles. The service will also become available on iPad® shortly thereafter, and later on more Sony and non-Sony devices.
PlayStation(TM)Vue will launch commercially during the first quarter of 2015.
About Sony Network Entertainment International LLC:
Sony Network Entertainment International LLC (SNEI) founded in April 2010, drives the vision, strategy and execution for network services across Sony Group, to offer consumers compelling, connected entertainment experiences across a variety of network enabled devices. Headquartered out of San Mateo, California SNEI's operations span globally across San Francisco, Los Angeles, San Diego, London, Tokyo and more. Through PlayStation®Network and Sony Entertainment Network, SNEI offers a bevy of exciting services including PlayStation®Store, PlayStation®Plus, PlayStation(TM)Vue, Music Unlimited, Video Unlimited and more. With over 56 million active viewers registered to our network and FY13 revenues exceeding 200 billion yen, SNEI is a core Sony business which continues to grow at breakneck speed as a leading provider of cutting edge digital entertainment experiences.
About Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.:
Recognized as a global leader and company responsible for the progression of consumer-based computer entertainment, Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) manufactures, distributes, develops and markets the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) handheld entertainment system, the PlayStation®3 (PS3(TM)) computer entertainment system, the PlayStation®Vita (PS Vita) portable entertainment system and the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system. SCEI has revolutionized home entertainment since it launched PlayStation® in 1994. PlayStation®2 further enhanced the PlayStation® legacy as the core of home networked entertainment. PSP broadens the entertainment experiences into the portable arena. PS3 is a computer entertainment system that incorporates the powerful Cell Broadband Engine and RSX processors. PS Vita is an ultimate portable entertainment system that offers a revolutionary combination of rich gaming and social connectivity. PlayStation®4 redefines rich and immersive gameplay with powerful graphics and speed, intelligent personalization and deeply integrated social capabilities. PSN(SM), that includes PlayStation®Store, delivers unparalleled online gaming experience to PlayStation viewers. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, SCEI, along with its affiliated companies, Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC and Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Ltd., and its division company, Sony Computer Entertainment Japan Asia, develops, publishes markets and distributes hardware and software, and manages the third party licensing programs for these platforms in their respective markets worldwide.
"PlayStation" is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. "PS4" and "PS3" is a trademark of the same company.
iPad® is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.
SOURCE Sony Network Entertainment International; Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
Sony Network Entertainment International; Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
CONTACT: Jennifer Clark, Sony Computer Entertainment America, jennifer_clark@playstation.sony.com; Sean Yoneda, Sony Network Entertainment International, Sean.Yoneda@am.sony.com
Skylanders Trap Team(TM) On Store Shelves Now - Franchise That Pioneered The Toys-To-Life Category Introduces Another Groundbreaking Innovation
DUBAI, November 13, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
Capture Evil, Unleash Good! Skylanders Trap Team Lets Fans Trap and Play as Villains
Skylanders Trap Team Revolutionizes the Gaming Industry, Offering the Full AAA Console
Experience on Both Tablet and Console -- for the First Time Ever
Behold, Portal Masters! Activision Publishing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of
Activision Blizzard, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATVI) is pleased to announce that Skylanders Trap Team
is officially available at major retailers across the G.C.C regions today on Xbox 360(TM)
and Xbox One(TM) video game and entertainment systems from Microsoft, PlayStation(R) 3 and
PlayStation(R) 4 computer entertainment systems, Nintendo's Wii(TM) system, Nintendo's Wii
U(TM) system, and a completely unique adventure available on the Nintendo 3DS(TM)
hand-held system. The launch of Skylanders Trap Team also ushers in the complete console
gaming experience on Tablet , introducing a Starter Pack that supports iPad(R), Kindle
Fire and Android tablets.
Skylanders is available in Toys Store,Toys R Us,Virgin Megastore, Hamleys,
Carrefour,Lulu centres, Sharaf DG
Details of the Skylanders Innovation:
"The franchise was built on a foundation of creativity and innovation," said Eric
Hirshberg, CEO of Activision Publishing. "And with Skylanders Trap Team, we're taking that
that tradition of innovation to new heights. For the last three years we've allowed kids
to bring their toys to life in a video game, and this year, we're letting them reach into
the game, and pull characters out into the physical world by letting players trap and play
as the villains. Skylanders Trap Team is also the first console game to simultaneously
bring the entire AAA experience to tablet devices. Overall, we think Skylanders Trap Team
represents our most magical innovations yet. But most importantly, it's just a great
game."
The latest installment of the franchise that pioneered the Toys-to-Life genre is
already poised to become one of the top family games this holiday. Toys R' Us(R) recently
named Skylanders Trap Team as one of the "Fabulous 15" on the company's 2014 Holiday Hot
Toy List, while Target named Skylanders Trap Team to their Top Toys for the Holidays List.
In addition, the game was featured in Toy Insider's Hot 20 Holiday Toys of 2014, which
highlights the most sought-after and anticipated items of the holiday season.
The game, continues to lead and evolve the category with Skylanders Trap Team by
letting fans seek out and defeat the most wanted villains in all of Skylands, pull them
out of the game and into living rooms by capturing them in magical Traps. Once they've
defeated the villains, players will be able to place a Trap into the new Traptanium
PortalTM to capture them. Players can then send villains back into the game where they can
play as them to fight for good, reversing the magic. They will also be able to hear the
villains inside the Traps, an innovation that truly brings life to toys.
To celebrate the launch, Portal Masters also visited some of the most iconic landmarks
on Earth to ensure they are safe from the villains of Skylanders; bad guys were trapped in
front of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, in a capsule on the London Eye, up the Kampenwand
mountain in Germany, below the Hollywood sign in Los Angeles and overlooking the Sydney
Opera House.
Portal Masters everywhere can get into the Skylanders Trap Team spirit by taking
advantage of exclusive Skylanders products at retailers nationwide:
Skylanders Trap Team introduces heroes known as Trap Masters that wield powerful
Traptanium(TM) weapons used to defeat Skylands' most notorious villains including Kaos, as
well as brand new Core Skylanders characters and reposed fan-favorite Skylanders
characters. The game also features a variety of elementally aligned Traps with unique and
interesting designs. In addition, Skylanders Trap Team welcomes Skylanders Minis, 16 small
but powerful Skylanders now fully playable, who join the battle against Skylands' most
nefarious villains. Coming to fans worldwide on November 1, Eon's Elite collectors' toys
feature never-before-seen decoration with a distinct, metallic finish and a golden base
that sets them apart from other Skylanders toys.
Skylanders Trap Team is compatible with more than 175 unique toys from all previous
games -- Skylanders SWAP Force(TM), Skylanders Giants(TM) and Skylanders Spyro's
Adventure(R) -- every character also will be able to defeat and trap villains using
Traptanium Traps, providing fans more ways to enjoy their collections.
About the Franchise
The award-winning, $2 billion franchise pioneered the Toys-to-Life(TM) category in
2011 with the debut of Skylanders Spyro's Adventure(R). The game originated a new play
pattern that seamlessly bridged physical and virtual worlds across multiple platforms. In
October 2012, Skylanders Giants(TM) further evolved the genre and added the mega-sized
Giant Skylanders and LightCore(R) characters to the collection of interaction figures.
Skylanders SWAP Force(TM) launched in October 2013 and introduced an all-new play pattern
- swapability. It was the top selling kids' videogame franchise of 2013 worldwide, and is
now one of the top 20 videogame franchises of all time . Skylanders Trap Team(TM) reverses
the magic of bringing Toys-to-Life -- incredibly letting kids pull characters out of the
digital world into the physical world. For more information, please visit: http://www.skylanders.com and Activision.com/presscenter.
About Activision Publishing
Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision Publishing, Inc. is a leading
worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and leisure
products. Activision maintains operations in the U.S., Canada, Brazil, Mexico, the United
Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Sweden, Spain, Denmark, the Netherlands,
Australia, Singapore, mainland China, Hong Kong and the region of Taiwan. More information
about Activision and its products can be found on the company's website, http://www.activision.com.
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release that involves Activision Publishing's expectations, plans, intentions or
strategies regarding the future, including statements about Skylanders Trap Team(TM) are
forward-looking statements that are not facts and involve a number of risks and
uncertainties. Factors that could cause Activision Publishing's actual future results to
differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements set forth in this
release include unanticipated product delays and other factors identified in the risk
factors sections of Activision Blizzard's most recent annual report on Form 10-K and any
subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. The forward-looking statements in this release
are based upon information available to Activision Publishing and Activision Blizzard as
of the date of this release, and neither Activision Publishing nor Activision Blizzard
assumes any obligation to update any such forward-looking statements. Forward-looking
statements believed to be true when made may ultimately prove to be incorrect. These
statements are not guarantees of the future performance of Activision Publishing or
Activision Blizzard and are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors, some of
which are beyond its control and may cause actual results to differ materially from
current expectations.
(c) 2014 Activision Publishing, Inc., SKYLANDERS, SKYLANDERS TRAP TEAM, SKYLANDERS
SPYRO'S ADVENTURE, SKYLANDERS GIANTS, SKYLANDERS SWAP FORCE, SKYLANDERS COLLECTION VAULT,
TRAPTANIUM, TRAPTANIUM PORTAL, PORTAL OF POWER, LIGHTCORE, TOYS TO LIFE, and ACTIVISION
are trademarks of Activision Publishing, Inc.
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2 According to The NPD Group, GfK Chart-Track and Activision Blizzard internal
estimates, including toys and accessories.
3 According to The NPD Group, GfK Chart-Track and Activision Blizzard internal
estimates, including toys and accessories. All time since NPD and GfK Chart-track began
recording data.
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<http://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20141107/8521406652-a> RS272-ProJet1200-3d-printer-parts_3 <http://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20141107/8521406652-b> RS272-ProJet1200-3d-printer-parts_3 The ProJet 1200 low-cost professional-grade printer is the first product in the RS 3D printer range to use stereolithography (SLA) technology, which delivers a smoother finish and builds layers that are less visible compared to alternative low-cost 3D printer technologies such as Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF).
In addition to building prototype concepts, the ProJet 1200 is ideal for small, precise and detail-rich casting patterns. Factory calibrated for reliable and accurate operation, the micro-SLA ProJet 1200 integrates enhanced LED DLP (Digital Light Processing) laser technology to print 30-micron (0.03mm) layers at a resolution of 56 microns (effective 585 dpi), which results in extremely fine feature detail and smoothness and makes it suitable for building production components such as electronic connectors. The printer also boasts a diverse range of uses outside of engineering markets, such as jewellery making or in dental applications.
Designed for bench-top use, the low-maintenance printer measures 230 x 230 x 356mm and offers a build volume of 43 x 27 x 150mm and a vertical build speed of 14mm per hour. The printer integrates a UV curing station and an all-in-one material cartridge with built-in print window. The printer uses 3D Systems' VisiJet® FTX Green material, which is a durable and rigid material that was created especially for the ProJet 1200 for high-quality plastic prototyping and casting patterns. The material burns out cleanly in the UV curing process to leave ash-free castings.
The machine is simple to set up with an installation process on a Windows-based PC much like a standard 2D printer with easy connection to LAN networks. The software also offers built-in STL CAD file format verification.
The 3D Systems ProJet 1200 and VisiJet FTX Green cartridges are available now from RS stock in EMEA andAsia Pacific regions. Prices for the 3D printer starts at aKRW 6,086,820.032.
About RS Components
RS Components and Allied Electronics are the trading brands of Electrocomponents plc, the global distributor for engineers. With operations in 32 countries, we offer around 500,000 products through the internet, catalogues and at trade counters to over one million customers, shipping more than 44,000 parcels a day. Our products, sourced from 2,500 leading suppliers, include semiconductors, interconnect, passives and electromechanical, automation and control, electrical, test and measurement, tools and consumables.
Electrocomponents is listed on the London Stock Exchange and in the last financial year ended31 March 2014 had revenues of GBP1.27bn.
RS Components Tan Soo ChunPublic Relations Manager - Asia PacificEmail: soochun.tan@rs-components.com <mailto:soochun.tan@rs-components.com> Â Telephone: +65-6391-5745
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Samsung Electronics Partners with Christie's Hong Kong to Unveil Special-Edition Artisan Curved UHD TV
HONG KONG, Nov. 13, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., today announced a partnership with Christie's to auction a stunning, gold lacquer-painted 78" Curved UHD TV. The beautiful piece combines innovative technology with intricate design, and will be on public display during the preview of Christie'sHong Kong autumn auction beginning on November 20. Proceeds from the sale will be donated to Orbis, a global non-governmental organization (NGO) with the mission to improve access to high-quality eye health.
<http://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20141113/8521406788> Rising Korean artist Sung Yong Hong with the Special Edition 78" Samsung Curved UHD TV. "The Samsung Curved UHD TV is an artistic creation, but this collaboration withSung Yong Hong elevates it to a true work of art," said KK Park, Executive Vice President and head of Sales & Marketing, Visual Display Business, Samsung Electronics." The TV is the centerpiece of every home, and we are excited to share this work of art with the clients of Christie'sHong Kong. TV is a part of all cultures and we hope that everyone can enjoy watching it. We are also very proud to support Orbis, as they work towards the prevention and treatment of the causes of avoidable blindness."
Hong was commissioned by Samsung for his expertise in Ottchil, a Korean lacquer painting technique that dates back to the Neolithic Era, and for his ability to apply a traditional art form onto modern materials. Just as it was once used to preserve valuable ancient artefacts, Hong's use of Ottchil was deliberate and symbolic - to preserve those cherished moments of entertainment that TVs deliver.
The cutting-edge TV was designed by Hong in connection with the theme, "Memory of TV." It features iconic scenes and famous characters from television, which are brought to life through intricate gold-lacquered paintings on the TV's rear face.
"We are always looking for distinct premium pieces, and Samsung has truly delivered with its one-of-a-kind artisan Curved UHD TV," saidEric Chang, Deputy Chairman of Christie'sAsia. "The design is breathtaking, and we are excited to present such a unique product - our first-ever home electronics product for auction - to our valued guests and clients."
The one-of-a-kind Curved UHD TV will be displayed among other art by leading Asian artists at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center, West Wing Hall, beginningNovember 20.
About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in technology, opening new possibilities for people everywhere. Through relentless innovation and discovery, we are transforming the worlds of TVs, smartphones, tablets, PCs, cameras, home appliances, printers, LTE systems, medical devices, semiconductors and LED solutions. We employ 286,000 people across 80 countries with annual sales ofUS$216.7 billion. To discover more, please visit http://www.samsung.com <http://www.samsung.com/>.
Samsung Electronics Partners with Christie's Hong Kong to Unveil Special-Edition Artisan Curved UHD TV
One-of-a-kind premium piece designed by rising Korean Artist Sung Yong Hong to be sold for charity during Christie's Hong Kong autumn auction
HONG KONG, Nov. 12, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., today announced a partnership with Christie's to auction a stunning, gold lacquer-painted 78" Curved UHD TV. The beautiful piece combines innovative technology with intricate design, and will be on public display during the preview of Christie's Hong Kong autumn auction beginning on November 20. Proceeds from the sale will be donated to Orbis, a global non-governmental organization (NGO) with the mission to improve access to high-quality eye health.
"The Samsung Curved UHD TV is an artistic creation, but this collaboration with Sung Yong Hong elevates it to a true work of art," said KK Park, Executive Vice President and head of Sales & Marketing, Visual Display Business, Samsung Electronics." The TV is the centerpiece of every home, and we are excited to share this work of art with the clients of Christie's Hong Kong. TV is a part of all cultures and we hope that everyone can enjoy watching it. We are also very proud to support Orbis, as they work towards the prevention and treatment of the causes of avoidable blindness."
Hong was commissioned by Samsung for his expertise in Ottchil, a Korean lacquer painting technique that dates back to the Neolithic Era, and for his ability to apply a traditional art form onto modern materials. Just as it was once used to preserve valuable ancient artefacts, Hong's use of Ottchil was deliberate and symbolic - to preserve those cherished moments of entertainment that TVs deliver.
The cutting-edge TV was designed by Hong in connection with the theme, "Memory of TV." It features iconic scenes and famous characters from television, which are brought to life through intricate gold-lacquered paintings on the TV's rear face.
"We are always looking for distinct premium pieces, and Samsung has truly delivered with its one-of-a-kind artisan Curved UHD TV," said Eric Chang, Deputy Chairman of Christie's Asia. "The design is breathtaking, and we are excited to present such a unique product - our first-ever home electronics product for auction - to our valued guests and clients."
The one-of-a-kind Curved UHD TV will be displayed among other art by leading Asian artists at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center, West Wing Hall, beginning November 20.
About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in technology, opening new possibilities for people everywhere. Through relentless innovation and discovery, we are transforming the worlds of TVs, smartphones, tablets, PCs, cameras, home appliances, printers, LTE systems, medical devices, semiconductors and LED solutions. We employ 286,000 people across 80 countries with annual sales of US$216.7 billion. To discover more, please visit http://www.samsung.com.
SensoTRACK, a Breakthrough Wearable Sports, Fitness and Vitals Monitoring Device, Now Offers Stereo Music Functionality
Only Sensogram's device precisely monitors heart rate, respiration rate, oxygen saturation, blood pressure and more in real time
PLANO, Texas and BERN, Switzerland, Nov. 12, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Sensogram Technologies (http://www.sensogram.com), an international research and development company, today announced the addition of music functionality to its SensoTRACK sports, fitness and vitals monitoring device. SensoTRACK now offers users everything they demand: fitness and activity tracking, precise vitals monitoring, secure data capture, detailed data analysis, location-based information and music. The fully wireless system incorporates music without affecting the vitals monitoring alert system and the virtual trainer functionality. Plus, SensoTRACK (http://www.sensotrack.com) features variable music settings, including full stereo and mono channel sound.
The SensoTRACK update also adds temperature-sensing functionality to its already extensive list of parametrics. The device is weatherproof and comes in six colors: blue, yellow, green, red, black and orange. Current plans call for limited device availability by February 2015 and full-scale production in the second quarter of 2015. The suggested list price will be $245 per device; however, SensoTRACK is available for pre-order now through December 12 on Kickstarter (http://www.sensotrack.com/kickstarter) for just $199.
"We have been developing SensoTRACK's embedded stereo music capability for some time," said Dr. Vahram Mouradian, founder and chief technical officer, Sensogram Technologies. "Our Kickstarter backers, in particular, were vocal in suggesting that we add music now, so we did. SensoTRACK provides ample storage space for a user's digital music file library, thus allowing the music to play directly from the device. Beyond supporting the device's standalone capability, the design contributes to battery life."
Dr. Mouradian continues, "Our goal is to offer the marketplace a unique, accurate and reliable device. No other product currently available can deliver the measurement precision SensoTRACK does - and do so across such a full range of fitness and wellness indicators."
To see a chart that compares SensoTRACK's features to competing wearable devices, please visit http://bit.ly/1wSX09Q.
SensoTRACK fits snugly on the wearer's left ear. A detachable right earpiece delivers the stereo component. Users can enjoy music as they exercise, while the device wirelessly senses, monitors and tracks their performance. Beyond real-time heart rate, respiration rate, oxygen saturation, blood pressure and temperature, SensoTRACK monitors parameters such as calories burnt, step count and geophysical location. Users also can input their own values to track. After data upload via a secure connection, SensoTRACK presents data in a user-friendly dashboard display on a device of their choosing.
About Sensogram Technologies
Sensogram Technologies, an international research and development company, designs, produces and markets wearable, intuitive, easy-to-use wireless mobile devices for medical and wellness markets. Its innovative biosensors allow real-time, continuous, remote and mobile monitoring of human vital signs and physiological parameters. To learn more, please visit our website at http://www.sensogram.com or call ÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂ+1 469-955-3500.
Huntkey Introduces SZN Series of Universal Power Strips with Child Protection
SHENZHEN, China, Nov. 12, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- There is no doubt that curious children are the sources of happiness in family, yet they might sometimes turn into the trouble-makers in daily life: electrical plugs, outlets, switches. Children are interested in touching and playing with the equipment on floor, which may do harm to their little hands. How to keep your beloved babies far away from those incredible dangerous? With the child protection design, Huntkey's SZN smart power strip series ensure your children receives the best safe care.
The reason that we say the Huntkey SZN smart power strip is an excellent helper for busy parents is not only because the pin holes are with a very safety design, which are covered by safety shutters for the protection of your babies, but also because the Huntkey SZN series have the one-piece copper bar structural design and the double break switch to confirm the safety of all your electronic products and all your family members.
Besides the thoughtful design, the most attractive advantage of Huntkey power strip is that all the Huntkey products are produced under a strict quality management system. The certifications include VDE, STQC, BS, CSA, so the quality of Huntkey SZN power strip have been proved by tests in different markets.
For those fans of mobile products, Huntkey SZN smart power strip has also double smart USB ports, suitable for cell phones, MP3, PDA, digital cameras and other digital products. When you and your lover are enjoying your free time with babies in your arms before the TV, and find your mobile phones or tablet PC going out of power, it is annoying. But with Huntkey power strip in home, you don't need to look around for the mobile charger any more. You could get the USB port to charge your mobile phones conveniently and would never miss any important call or email.
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About Huntkey
Huntkey Enterprise Group, founded in 1992, is a professional provider that specializes in the development, design, manufacturing and marketing of power supplies. Huntkey's products include power supplies (1W~250KW), power systems, computer cases, universal notebook adapters, power banks, chargers, power supply converters, power strips, LED lights, and more. The industrial parks of Huntkey in Shenzhen, Heyuan and Hefei, which cover a total area of over 750,000 square meters, are now the largest IT manufacturing base in mainland China. Huntkey, with over 8,000 employees has set up its branch companies in Hong Kong and Japan. Its clients are found all over the world in more than 50 countries and regions, including Lenovo, DELL, BestBuy, Exper, Vestel, Positivo, Durama, Unicoba, DSG, HCL, Carrefour, FPT, Siragon, Olidata, among others.
ThinkGeek Creates a SuperNova - a Bluetooth® Speaker and LED light show
The exclusive GeekLabs creation is an explosion of lights and sound
FAIRFAX, Va., Nov. 12, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- ThinkGeek (NASDAQ: GKNT) is proud to launch the newest product from its GeekLabs Division - The SuperNova Light Cube LED Bluetooth® Speaker. The SuperNova combines a powerful Bluetooth speaker with a brilliant LED light show that features 36 different patterns.
ThinkGeek engineers have placed a high-fidelity Bluetooth speaker in the base of the SuperNova to provide listeners with a superior auditory experience. Music can be played wirelessly via a favorite Bluetooth-enabled device or old-school through the standard audio port. On top of the speaker sits an array of LED lights and prisms. Each light prism simultaneously transmits, refracts, and projects the LED light below it, creating a mesmerizing light show.
"We wanted people to create their own sensory experience with one simple device," says Ty Liotta, aka DJ Bossman of GeekLabs. "The SuperNova lets users select from any of 36 different patterns so they can set the right mood for any situation."
Since the light show acts independently of the music, the SuperNova's LED prism array can be experienced even when the music isn't playing, making it the perfect accessory for someone who is looking to add some color to their environment without disturbing the neighbors.
Available now at ThinkGeek.com for $99, the SuperNova is sure to light up your holidays with cheer, while simultaneously putting your neighbor's plug-in reindeer display to shame.
Learn more at Thinkgeek.com/product/1f26.
About ThinkGeek
ThinkGeek, a wholly owned subsidiary of Geeknet, Inc. (NASDAQ: GKNT), is the premier retailer for the global geek community. Since 1999, ThinkGeek has been creating a world where everyone can express and celebrate their inner geek, turn their interests into passions, and connect with one another. We are obsessed with creating and sharing unique and authentic experiences that stimulate our fans' imaginations and fuel their geek core. We believe there is a geek in everyone and invite you to Join In. Geek Out. Learn more at thinkgeek.com.
VTech ErisStation Drives A Revolution In Audio Conferencing
VTech ErisStation® conference phone with four wireless mics delivers superior workplace communication
BEAVERTON, Ore., Nov. 12, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Conference phones are ubiquitous in business meeting rooms today, enabling groups to communicate and collaborate. Conference call quality is often compromised because of background noise and interference, ultimately impacting productivity and impeding effective collaboration. The ErisStation(®) conference phone with four wireless mics from VTech(®) Communications Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of VTech Holdings Limited (HKSE: 303), is the perfect solution for workplace communications, delivering superior voice quality and pickup range for any size room.
The ErisStation (VCS704, MSRP: $599) features four, portable DECT 6.0 microphones with Orbitlink Wireless Technology(TM) that allow meeting participants to spread out and speak without having to raise their voices. Whether employees are right next to the phone or across the room, everyone will hear the conversation clearly. The four microphones sit in the compact ErisStation base for convenient storage, while a built-in charging station with magnetic bays powers the microphones so they are always ready for use. The wireless microphones also have up to eight hours of talk time and up to 70 hours of battery life to accommodate long calls.
Sound quality, one of the most important components to any conference phone, is top of the line for the ErisStation. Dynamic noise reduction (DNR) automatically eliminates distracting ambient noise for clear conversations. Computer fans and noisy ventilation systems in the background will no longer distract participants or muffle conversations. Echo cancellation, integrated digital mixing technology and an audio equalizer also contribute to the superior sound quality, ensuring every word of every call is heard.
"VTech is the global #1 manufacturer of cordless telephones - we know the communication technology space," said Graham Williams, vice president, Business Phones Division, VTech Communications. "We've taken our expertise in delivering leading edge technology for the residential, Small and Home Office, and Hospitality markets, and are rapidly expanding into the business marketplace with innovative products like the ErisStation that address the specific needs and challenges of workplace communication. Now, the benefits of high-quality, affordable and feature-rich technology that VTech is known for are available to the business community."
Notable features include a high quality, full duplex speakerphone with a large, backlit display, 50-name phonebook and 50-number caller ID history. VTech's versatile conference phone delivers an array of additional features including:
-- Conference phone with two fixed microphones and four removable, DECT 6.0
wireless microphones with Orbitlink Wireless Technology
-- Compatibility with legacy analog phone lines for easy installation
-- Compatibility with PBX with FXS (RJ-11)
-- Wireless microphones with up to 70 hours of battery life and up to eight
hours of talk time
-- Advanced audio technology that avoids interference from mobile phones
and other wireless devices
-- Built-in magnetic charging bays in base, which keep wireless microphones
powered up
-- Advanced parts replacement with new, not refurbished, products
-- Limited two-year warranty
-- List: VCS704 is $599 MSRP
About VTech(®
)VTech is the global leader in electronic learning products from infancy to preschool and the world's largest manufacturer of cordless phones. It also provides highly sought-after contract manufacturing services and telephony solutions for the hospitality industry. The company has leveraged its expertise and success in cordless telephones to offer a portfolio of cost-effective, cutting-edge business phone solutions as well. Founded in 1976, VTech's mission is to design, manufacture and supply innovative and high-quality products in a manner that minimizes any impact on the environment, while creating sustainable value for its stakeholders and the community.
Samsung and M-GO Launch First U.S. UHD Transactional VOD Service
Consumers can enjoy next generation 4K Ultra HD content at home on Samsung UHD TVs
RIDGEFIELD PARK, N.J. and LOS ANGELES, Nov. 12, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and M-GO, a premium digital video on demand (VOD) service and joint venture between Technicolor and DreamWorks Animation, today announced the availability of its ultra-high-definition (UHD) content library on Samsung's line of award-winning UHD TVs. This partnership brings a next generation content experience to Samsung UHD TV owners and represents the first UHD transactional video on demand streaming service to be launched in the U.S.
The M-GO 4K Ultra HD offering kicks off with a select number of titles and will quickly grow to 100 movie and TV shows by the end of 2014. UHD content will be priced on average at $1-2 more than HD titles to rent and $3-5 to buy. The potent combination of UHD content delivery on Samsung UHD televisions delivers a truly immersive cinema-like experience in the home.
"We're excited to partner with M-GO to deliver our customers the purest UHD streaming experience," said Eric Anderson, Vice President of Content and Product Solutions at Samsung Electronics America. "Samsung has a long history of technological innovation, and by working with M-GO, we will bring our customers an unparalleled viewing experience and provide customers more choice and access to UHD content at home."
"The image quality of M-GO 4K Ultra HD content delivered through Samsung's market leading UHD TVs will truly impress viewers with unprecedented picture quality," said M-GO COO Christophe Louvion. "Our close collaboration with Samsung allows us to be first to deliver a best in class streaming experience for movie buffs and TV lovers on Samsung's new Ultra High Definition TVs."
Exclusive to Samsung, M-GO 4K Ultra HD content will be available across the brand's broadest line up of UHD TVs yet. Whether from an immersive curved TV or a super-sized 110" screen, Samsung UHD TVs will captivate home audiences with spectacular color, clarity and detail as it displays the incredible life-like picture quality of UHD content.
Leveraging the unique heritage of its joint venture partners, Technicolor and DreamWorks Animation, M-GO's UHD streaming solution provides high quality content that is either authored and post-produced in UHD, or pre-processed from licensed content partner source files and optimized for image clarity, detail and texture on televisions like Samsung UHD TVs.
About M-GO
M-GO, a joint venture between Technicolor and DreamWorks Animation, is a premium transactional video on demand (VOD) service. With stunning picture quality, smarter browsing, and the convenience of viewing across any device, M-GO delivers the very latest movie and TV releases to rent or own on demand with a deep catalogue of hidden gems and classic favorites. For more information, visit: http://www.mgo.com.
About Samsung Electronics America, Inc.
Headquartered in Ridgefield Park, NJ, Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (SEA), is a recognized innovation leader in consumer electronics design and technology. A wholly owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., SEA delivers a broad range of digital consumer electronics, IT and home appliance products. Samsung is the market leader for HDTVs in the U.S and America's fastest growing home appliance brand. To discover more of the award-winning products you love with Samsung, please visit http://www.samsung.com.
About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in technology, opening new possibilities for people everywhere. Through relentless innovation and discovery, we are transforming the worlds of TVs, smartphones, tablets, PCs, cameras, home appliances, printers, LTE systems, medical devices, semiconductors and LED solutions. We employ 286,000 people across 80 countries with annual sales of US$216.7 billion. To discover more, please visit http://www.samsung.com.
Philips Zoom QuickPro Brings Consumers Ultimate Convenience with First Ever Five-Minute, In-Office Professional Whitening Treatment
STAMFORD, Conn., Nov. 12, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Philips Zoom announced today the newest member of its family of professional teeth whitening solutions: Philips Zoom QuickPro. The new treatment is the quickest professional whitening application on the market. With simply a five-minute, in-office procedure that is exclusively available and administered by dental professionals, patients will see noticeable results. The new innovation is an affordable, convenient and effective option for people who are just starting to think about whitening or want to make the switch from over-the-counter to professional whitening.
"Philips is committed to bringing new innovation to the market that meets specific consumer needs," said Boon Lai, Vice President & Marketing Director for Philips Consumer Lifestyle. "We are excited to introduce Philips Zoom QuickPro to our portfolio, as it will satisfy and boost the confidence of patients who are looking for a quick way to whiten and brighten their smiles."
Philips Zoom QuickPro touts features that will appeal to the needs of many patients across the country:
-- Guaranteed Results: Provides a noticeably whiter smile, proven to whiten
teeth up to four shades
-- Market Leader in Speed: The first professional in-office whitening
treatment that requires only a five-minute application time, allowing
patients to easily add it onto any regular visit, such as a cleaning
-- Get up and Go: After the five-minute in-office application, the
treatment calls for a 30-minute wear time of the solution - during which
patients can go about their normal routine outside of the dentist's
office - and then the varnish can be wiped or brushed off to reveal a
radiant and natural-looking smile
-- Professional Whitening Gateway: Unique formula ensures little-to-no
sensitivity and is budget-friendly, which creates an inviting
opportunity for people who previously might have been reluctant to try
professional whitening
-- Solutions for Everyone: Joins the already robust suite of professional
whitening treatments including the in-office Philips Zoom WhiteSpeed,
which can whiten teeth up to eight shades in just 45 minutes, and the
multiple custom-fit take-home treatments offered through Philips Zoom
DayWhite and NiteWhite
Philips Zoom and Philips Sonicare spokesperson, actress Gabrielle Union, was among the first to try the new Philips Zoom QuickPro treatment.
"As a longtime fan of Philips Oral Healthcare products and services, I'm thrilled to have been able to get a sneak peek of Philips Zoom QuickPro," said Union. "As an actress, my schedule is packed with activities that keep me in front of cameras and in the public eye, so it's important that I always feel confident. I'm always super busy, so a five-minute, in-office solution like this one is a no brainer, especially since it gives my smile - the first thing people notice - the pop it needs to dazzle at any big moment."
Visit the Philips Zoom website to learn more about the brand's in-office and at-home whitening options and find a nearby dentist, or connect with Philips Zoom on Facebook and Twitter.
About Royal Philips:
Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA) is a diversified health and well-being company, focused on improving people's lives through meaningful innovation in the areas of Healthcare, Consumer Lifestyle and Lighting. Headquartered in the Netherlands, Philips posted 2013 sales of EUR 23.3 billion and employs approximately 113,000 employees with sales and services in more than 100 countries. The company is a leader in cardiac care, acute care and home healthcare, energy efficient lighting solutions and new lighting applications, as well as male shaving and grooming and oral healthcare. News from Philips is located at http://www.philips.com/newscenter.
Maclocks Debuted the New iPad Lock at IHMRS Which Has Set the Standard of Security for All iPad Locks in the Market
AUSTIN, Texas, November 12, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
iMenu Expo is the only show that caters specifically to the hospitality and retail
industries in the tablet, smartphone and accessory market. Over 35,000 people are expected
to attend while over 700 vendors are there to engage them with their products, including
Maclocks, the worldwide leader in computer and tablet security and display solutions.
Maclocks is the tablet hardware security provider of choice for some of the largest
restaurant and hotel chains in the world, and is being used in almost every dining
experience in majority of the airports in North America. It is only fitting that Maclocks
exhibits a wide range of tablet locks and stands, including the new iPad Lock
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, which also serves as the most secure iPad Kiosk on the market."The show is
designed for restaurant owners looking for new solutions using the tablet technology as
their new menu system and business back-end office solution" according to the iMenu
website.
The new iPad Lock
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is a semi Universal Tablet Lock (fits most tablets) and is designed to offer full
functionality of the tablet while providing a high security solution Though Maclocks had
launched the new tablet lock along with Apple's new iPad Air 2 release, it is the most
viable tablet security solution to use that does not rely on the old fashioned glue on
plate.
A solid one piece solution made of high grade steel, the new iPad Kiosk
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secures your tablet with tamper-proof screws that tighten the bracket around the
narrow side of the device, and is then locked to the stand base. It has a 90 degree screen
rotation that allows your tablet to be displayed in either landscape or portrait mode. A
unique feature is that the bracket can also be locked to disable the mode rotation
capability.
The universal tablet kiosk accepts any card reader which turns the device into a
sophisticated iPad POS
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solution. There is also an optional swivel plate that can be added to the solution to
place under the stand for a full optimal spin. It is an extremely convenient solution for
retail kiosk, restaurant and bar POS, and as a food truck tablet security stand.
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Atmel Expands Wireless Portfolio with Integrated MCU and Wi-Fi Module for Edge Nodes IoT Applications
Extending the Atmel | SMART Portfolio of SmartConnect Low-power, Secure Wi-Fi Solutions, New FCC-Certified Module Offers Complete Standalone Edge Node Solution Delivering Design Flexibility and Security for IoT Developers
SAN JOSE, Calif., Nov. 12, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --Atmel Corporation (NASDAQ: ATML), a global leader in microcontroller (MCU) and touch solutions, today announced the company has launched the industry's first fully integrated FCC-certified Wi-Fi module with a standalone MCU and hardware security from a single source. The SmartConnect SAM W25 module includes Atmel's recently announced 2.4GHz IEEE 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi WINC1500, along with an Atmel(®) | SMART SAM D21 ARM Cortex M0+-based MCU and Atmel's ATECC108A optimized CryptoAuthentication(TM) engine with ultra-secure hardware-based key storage for secure connectivity. With billions of Internet of Things devices predicted by 2020, designers are demanding more flexible, cost-optimized modules that provide a complete end-point solution from a single vendor. The fully integrated SAM W25 delivers a secure 'plug and play' solution integrating wireless technologies with the design flexibility required for Internet of Things (IoT) designers.
The billions of devices in edge nodes IoT applications will be powered by an embedded processing unit such as an MCU, and connected through a secure wireless signal. As more embedded developers start designing IoT applications for smart, secure connected devices, the need for solutions that integrate both an MCU, hardware security and pre-certified wireless connectivity solution into one box will become a critical piece of the IoT puzzle so designers won't need wireless or encryption expertise to create an IoT solution. Atmel's FCC-, Telec-, IC- and CE-certified SAM W25 is a standalone solution that gives designers a fully integrated platform with a low-power MCU, hardware security and FCC-certified wireless connectivity from a single source. The small packaged module is cost optimized to lower the overall bill of materials for battery-operated applications ranging from remotes to home automation devices and beyond.
"IoT will impact nearly everyone's lives ranging from their garage to their lighting systems, door locks, thermostats, fitness monitors, medical devices and more," said Kaivan Karimi, vice president and general manager of wireless MCUs, Atmel Corporation. "Every one of these IoT devices will require an integrated edge node solution that delivers an MCU and secure wireless connectivity. Atmel's SAM W25 delivers just that--a fully integrated secure wireless MCU module with over-the-air upgrade functionality that simplifies the complexities of wireless and security, and gives our customers time-to-market advantage. Atmel is committed to making it easier for IoT designers to bring their latest products to market with fully integrated modules that are 'out-of-the-box' ready to use, so developers can focus on developing features that will enhance the consumer experience."
Key Features of the Atmel SmartConnect SAM W25
-- Turnkey system with integrated software that includes TLS 1.0 and a
TCP/IP stack WPA2 Personal and Enterprise security
-- FCC-certified 2.4GHz IEEE 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi WINC1500
-- Atmel | SMART ARM Cortex M0+-based SAM D21; 256KB Flash; 32KB SRAM
-- Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI)
-- Over-the-air updates
-- ATECC108A CryptoAuthentication engine with ultra-secure hardware-based
key storage for secure connectivity
Availability and Evaluation Kits
Atmel's SAM W25 modules will be available in December 2014. To help accelerate design development, Atmel offers a SAM W25 integrated module on an Xplained starter kit platform which will be available in December 2014. For more information, please contact your Atmel Sales Representative.
About Atmel | SMART
Atmel | SMART ARM-based microcontrollers deliver the platform for intelligent, connected devices in the era of IoT, wireless and energy efficiency. These solutions include embedded processing and connectivity--as well as software and tools, designed to make development faster and more cost-effective to bring the best-in-class products to market. Atmel | SMART MCUs combine powerful 32-bit ARM cores with industry-leading low-power technology and intelligent peripherals
About Atmel
Atmel Corporation (NASDAQ: ATML) is a worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of microcontrollers, capacitive touch solutions, advanced logic, mixed-signal, nonvolatile memory and radio frequency (RF) components. Leveraging one of the industry's broadest intellectual property (IP) technology portfolios, Atmel is able to provide the electronics industry with intelligent and connected solutions focused on the industrial, consumer, communications, computing and automotive markets.
Octa Announces Spider Monkey(TM) and Lynx(TM), New Tablet Accessories in Time for the Holidays
Universal positioning system allows hands-free tablet use anywhere
DENVER, Nov. 12, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Octa, a Denver-based startup that creates mobile mounting solutions, today announced the availability of the Spider Monkey(TM) and Lynx(TM) in time for the holiday shopping season. The Spider Monkey and Lynx allow users to enjoy their tablets in previously impossible ways, offering comfortable solutions for unexpected environments. From streaming popular TV shows in bed to taking time-lapse photography in the wilderness, Octa's accessories accommodate your most unique and personalized need.
"We designed the Spider Monkey and Lynx to be dynamic and adaptable," said Prometheus Trotsky, Octa's founder and product inventor. "With the proliferation of tablets, we're constantly looking for ways to help users get more from their device."
The Spider Monkey will change its user's perspective--literally. It lifts your tablet safely into the air, providing hands-free, eye-level comfort. Wrap, curl, or tuck the Spider Monkey in place in bed, on the couch, and elsewhere. Its flexible steel skeleton will hold a variety of shapes, creating a new level of relaxation while reading, chatting, watching movies, or browsing the Web.
The Lynx, an honoree of the coveted 2015 CES Innovation Award, provides a gravity-defying stand that works throughout the home and on all your adventures. An all-purpose tablet solution, it adapts to your changing needs. Clamp it to flat, round, or irregular surfaces. Mount it on a table, to a high chair, on a treadmill, to a tripod, on an easel, to a hammock, in a classroom, and more. The Lynx holds any tablet anywhere, making your apps, media, communications, and creativity more accessible than ever.
Additional features and benefits of each tablet accessory include:
-- Spider Monkey ($79.99)
-- Flexible: wraps, curls, and tucks in place for hands-free use
-- Comfortable: eye-level viewing reduces neck strain and improves
posture
-- Adjustable: rotates 360° for easy screen adjustment
-- Modular: components fold and separate for easy travel or storage
-- Universal: holds any iPad, tablet, or e-reader
-- Case-friendly: compatible with most portfolios and shells
-- Interchangeable: works with the entire TabletTail(TM) system
-- Lynx ($99.99)
-- Powerful: clamps to flat, round, and irregular surfaces
-- Flexible: bends and rotates 360° for the perfect viewing angle
-- Secure: rubberized jaws for scratch-free, no-slip security
-- Compact: folds and retracts for transport in a purse or pocket
-- Universal: holds any iPad, tablet, or e-reader
-- Case-friendly: compatible with most portfolios and shells
-- Interchangeable: works with the entire TabletTail(TM) system
About TabletTail(TM)
The Spider Monkey and Lynx are part of Octa's TabletTail(TM) system. TabletTail components connect to create mounting solutions for any environment. Seven modular parts combine interchangeably. Additional components--including the WhaleTail, Wall Mount, and Vacuum Dock--can be purchased separately for the ultimate experience.
-- Vacuum Dock - The Vacuum Dock uses industrial-strength vacuum suction to
connect to smooth, non-porous surfaces, including glass, marble,
plastic, metal, and polished wood. Use it to attach your tablet to
counters and tables, windows and mirrors, and more.
-- Wall Mount - The Wall Mount attaches to walls and furniture to provide a
secure, discrete docking station. Affix Wall Mounts throughout your home
and work for total convenience and personalization.
-- WhaleTail - The WhaleTail is a lightweight, compact handle that doubles
as a powerful stand. Its flexible tail adjusts to your hand for a
comfortable, secure grip, and its sturdy fins can offer any viewing
angle, even on soft or uneven surfaces.
The Spider Monkey and Lynx are available now for pre-order; they will begin shipping Nov. 25. To learn more about all of Octa's products, please visit http://www.octa.com.
About Octa
Founded in 2010, Octa creates mobile accessories that unlock the potential of portable technology. Drawing inspiration from biomimicry and geometry, Octa applies thought-provoking creativity to future-forward, universal solutions. Founders Prometheus Trotsky and Nikki Braziel, and a small team of artists and engineers, combine work and playfulness in their Denver headquarters. Octa's products can also be purchased on Amazon and at http://www.octa.com. Follow Octa on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/octaproducts and Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/octaproducts.
Lights! Music! Action! JBL® Horizon wakes you to great sound and ambient light
Clock radio with ambient light, Bluetooth streaming, USB charging, and signature JBL sound
STAMFORD, Conn., Nov. 12, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated, announces JBL's Horizon. This innovative clock radio lights up your mornings (literally!) with JBL stereo sound and ambient light. Horizon also starts your day by charging your phone, tablet, or wearable devices.
"Since it sets the tone for the rest of your day," said Michael Mauser, President of HARMAN Lifestyle, "we designed the perfect clock radio. The JBL Horizon wakes you up with great sound, the perfect level of illumination, and even charges your phone and tablet."
JBL's Horizon clock radio delivers stereo sound enriched with the multi-sensory ambient glow of LED lights. Two separate alarms, customizable for you or your partner, wake you to one of several original digital alarm tones, the FM station of your choice, or music from your smartphone. Setting up the music is quick and easy with five programmable FM radio presets and Bluetooth to stream your music wirelessly from any Bluetooth phone or tablet. If you choose, you can even wake up to a traditional buzzer.
The JBL Horizon features a compact design that fits in on any nightstand, kitchen shelf, or wherever you want the music. The crisp LCD clock display is easy to read, with a built-in light sensor to automatically adjust the brightness according to the light in the room. Two USB ports stand ready to fast-charge your phones, tablets and wearables. And a must-have in any clock radio, the large Snooze/Light button combined with the clear display makes the JBL Horizon easy to use even when you are drowsy. For peace of mind, a built in backup battery system ensures you will always wake up, even during a power outage.
JBL Horizon Clock Radio, USB Charger, and Ambient Light Room Sound System
-- Legendary JBL sound in a convenient size and shape you can place
anywhere in the house
-- Dual independent alarms for up to two people
-- Choice of FM radio, original digital alarm tones, music streamed from a
Bluetooth device, or traditional buzzer
-- LED ambient light helps to wake you gently
-- LCD display automatically adjusts brightness to suit room lighting
-- Rich, room-filling JBL stereo sound from a compact device whether using
as an alarm clock or as a Bluetooth speaker
-- Compatible with all Bluetooth® smart devices
-- Two USB ports provide charging for up to two devices
-- Frequency response: 70 Hz to 20 KHz
-- Rated charging power: 2 x 5 W
-- Dimensions (H x W x D): 6.3" x 7.2" x 3.4" (160 mm x 183mm x 86
mm)Rounded lines and compact form complements any decor
-- Soft, rubberized finish that is inviting to the touch
-- Available in black or white
Pricing and Availability
For additional information on JBL Horizon Clock Radio(MSRP $99.95), or to purchase, visit http://www.JBL.com
About HARMAN
HARMAN (http://www.harman.com) designs, manufactures and markets premier audio, visual, infotainment and enterprise automation solutions for the automotive, consumer and professional markets. With leading brands including AKG®, Harman Kardon®, Infinity®, JBL®, Lexicon®, Mark Levinson ® and Revel®, the Company is admired by audiophiles, musicians and the entertainment venues where they perform. More than 25 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio and infotainment systems. HARMAN has a workforce of approximately 16,600 people across the Americas, Europe, and Asia and reported sales of $5.6 billion for the 12 months ended September 30, 2014.
Next-Generation MCUs for IoT, Sensor Fusion, Industrial Automation, Motor Control and Wireless Connectivity Applications Will Incorporate New Core
SUNNYVALE, Calif., Nov. 12, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Spansion Inc. (NYSE: CODE), a global leader in embedded systems solutions, today announced it has licensed the ARM(®) Cortex(®)-M7 processor, which will be integrated into the company's next-generation MCUs and system solutions.
Spansion, which recently introduced 96 new MCUs as part of its high-performance FM4 family for Industrial IoT, has a comprehensive roadmap with differentiating features and high levels of integration that maintains hardware & software compatibility between the existing FM0+, FM3 and FM4 product families. These product families address customer requirements for high-performance, scalability, low power and reliability for a diverse range of embedded systems with application-specific features and a robust support ecosystem.
"The new ARM Cortex-M7 processor will deliver advanced intelligence and energy efficiency for embedded applications,"said Dhiraj Handa, senior vice president and general manager, Spansion's Multi-Market Microcontroller Business. "We look forward to introducing innovative MCUs with the Cortex-M7 core to complement our current extensive line-up of FM microcontrollers, flash memory, analog and energy harvesting products. These new devices will uniquely address our customer requirements in emerging applications for the industrial, consumer, IoT and wireless connectivity markets."
"Spansion already offers an impressive suite of embedded products and the Cortex-M7 will allow them to expand their range even further with new solutions for more intensive tasks," said Richard York, vice president, embedded marketing, ARM. "With double the compute and DSP capability of the previous leading ARM Cortex-M processor, the Cortex-M7 is purpose-built for high-end embedded applications. We fully expect to see Spansion capitalizing on the core's features to create unique and exciting new MCUs for all of their customers."
Resources:
-- Spansion newsroom: http://news.spansion.comhttp://www.spansion.com/News
-- Spansion Core & Code technical magazine and blog: http://core.spansion.com
-- Spansion Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/spansion
-- Spansion on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/spansion
-- Spansion on LinkedIn http://www.linkedin.com/company/spansion
About Spansion
Spansion (NYSE: CODE) is a global leader in embedded systems solutions. Spansion's flash memory, microcontrollers, analog and mixed-signal 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
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MDT Delivers High-Performance and Ultra-Low Power TMR Sensors as Alternatives to Hall Effect Sensors
MUNICH and ZHANGJIAGANG, China, Nov. 12, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- At Elecronica 2014, MultiDimension Technology (MDT) will showcase its lineup of advanced Tunneling Magnetoresistive sensors (TMR sensors), including the new Z-Axis TMR sensors as alternatives to Hall Effect sensors with the unique advantages of TMR sensors. MDT's TMR sensors are designed for a variety of sensor applications including utility meters, magnetic field sensors, position and speed sensors, and financial anti-counterfeit applications. MDT's exhibition booth at Electronica 2014 is B1/135.
TMR technology has been proven a high-performance, cost-effective and dependable technology in the disk-drive industry. MDT is a leading supplier of TMR sensors for the commercial magnetic sensor market. Thanks to a strong IP portfolio and advanced manufacturing facilities, MDT's TMR technology realizes the key benefits of present sensing technologies including Hall Effect, AMR (Anisotropic Magnetoresistance) and GMR (Giant Magnetoresistance), while exhibiting a unique set of extraordinary performance advantages, including ultra-low power, high sensitivity, low hysteresis, low noise, large dynamic range, and excellent thermal stability.
Features of MDT's TMR Sensors:
-- TMR switch sensors: ultra-low power at 1microampere in high-speed
operation, ideally suited for battery-powered flow meters;
-- TMR linear sensors: high sensitivity, low noise, large dynamic range,
and low hysteresis, designed for magnetic field and current sensing
applications;
-- TMR gear tooth sensors: small pitch detection, for use in position and
speed sensors;
-- TMR angle sensors: 360-degree measurement, designed for angular position
sensing and rotary encoders;
-- TMR magnetic pattern recognition sensors: high-sensitivity
1/6/18-channel magnetic banknote readers for financial anti-counterfeit
applications.
Highlights of MDT's Service Offerings:
-- TMR sensor wafers, bare dice, or in standard or custom semiconductor
packages
-- TMR/GMR/AMR sensor design service
-- Foundry service for TMR/GMR/AMR thin-film deposition
-- Custom sensor module design and application solutions
About MDT
MultiDimension Technology was founded in 2010 in Zhangjiagang, Jiangsu Province, China, with branch offices in Shanghai and San Jose, Calif., USA. MDT has developed a unique intellectual property portfolio, and state-of-the-art volume production manufacturing facilities for high-performance, low-cost TMR magnetic sensors to satisfy the most demanding application needs. Led by its core management team of elite experts and veterans in magnetic sensor technology and engineering services, MDT is committed to creating added value for its customers and ensuring their success. For more information about MDT please visit http://www.multidimensiontech.com.
Media Contacts
Jinfeng Liu, jinfeng.liu@multidimensiontech.com,