Epson Introduces World's Lightest and Smallest Wireless Mobile Printer
New Portable, Wireless WorkForce® WF-100 Delivers Convenient Wireless Printing From Tablets and Smartphones
LONG BEACH, Calif., Nov. 4, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Epson America, Inc., a leading provider of superior performing printing solutions, today announced the Epson WorkForce(®) WF-100, the world's smallest and lightest mobile printer(1). Designed for professionals on-the-go, the WorkForce WF-100 includes built-in wireless connectivity, Wi-Fi Direct(®2) and an integrated rechargeable battery, for printing from nearly anywhere.
"Mobile devices are critical tools for professionals, and the sleek, portable, wireless WorkForce WF-100 augments the mobile experience, enabling users to stay productive on-the-go," said Nils Madden, marketing director, Desktop Imaging and Printing, Epson America, Inc. "The WorkForce WF-100 not only expands our portfolio of business printing solutions, but underscores our commitment to delivering tools that meet the evolving needs of today's mobile workforce."
The WorkForce WF-100 features wireless connectivity, allowing users to easily print from a range of devices, including tablets, smartphones and laptops. The sleek design portable color inkjet printer includes Wi-Fi Direct for printing without a router, and a built-in battery that charges via USB or the included AC adapter. The WF-100 also features an automatic power-off feature to save battery life.
The complete WorkForce WF-100 feature set includes:
-- The world's lightest and smallest mobile printer(1): Convenient
portability, and ready to print invoices, presentations, contracts and
more
-- Built-in wireless and Wi-Fi Direct(2): Easily print from iPad(®),
iPhone(®), tablets, smartphones and laptops(3)
-- Flexible battery charging: Travel-friendly USB battery charging, or use
the AC adapter; includes rechargeable lithium-ion battery for dependable
performance in a small package
-- Versatile, professional quality prints: Print professional-quality
business documents and borderless 4" x 6" photos; speeds up to 6.7 ISO
ppm (black) and 3.8 ISO ppm (color)(**)
-- Easy to use: Bright 1.4" color LCD plus convenient control panel for
simple setup and operation
-- Durable, quick-dry inks: Fade and water resistant prints
-- Sleek design: Enables productivity for busy professionals on-the-go
The WorkForce WF-100 enables convenient mobile printing with Epson Connect(3), a suite of free mobile printing solutions including Email Print, Epson Creative Print, Epson iPrint((TM)), Epson Remote Print and more. Features include:
-- Support for Android(TM) Printing and Kindle Fire(TM) Printing
-- Support for Google Cloud Print(TM) with Gmail(TM) or Google Drive(TM)
account. Enables printing from your Chromebook and Google Chrome(TM)
without installing drivers or connecting cables.
-- Epson Connect Solutions Finder is available to help users quickly
determine and compare which mobile solution supports their mobile
devices or printer
Pricing and Availability
The Epson WorkForce WF-100 ($349.99*) will be available through online retailers starting in early November and will be available through major retail stores in January 2015. For more information and availability, please visit epson.com/workforce.
About Epson
Epson is a global innovation leader dedicated to exceeding expectations with solutions for markets as diverse as the office, home, commerce, and industry. Epson's lineup ranges from inkjet printers, printing systems and 3LCD projectors to industrial robots, smart glasses and sensing systems and is based on original compact, energy-saving and high-precision technologies.
Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the Epson Group comprises more than 72,000 employees in 94 companies around the world, and is proud of its ongoing contributions to the global environment and the communities in which it operates. Epson America, Inc. based in Long Beach, Calif. is Epson's regional headquarters for the U.S., Canada, and Latin America. To learn more about Epson, please visit: http://www.epson.com.
Specifications are subject to change without notice. EPSON and WorkForce are registered trademarks, and EPSON Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark of Seiko Epson Corporation. Google is a registered trademark and Android, Chromebook, Gmail, Google Chrome, Google Cloud Print and Google Drive are trademarks of Google Inc. Wi-Fi Direct® is a registered trademarks and Wi-Fi CERTIFIED(TM) is a trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance®. All other product and brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks. Copyright 2014 Epson America, Inc. CPD-41524 7/14
*Estimated street price
+ Print speed quoted using AC power. Battery-powered print speeds are 3.5 ISO ppm (black) and 2.0 ISO ppm (color). Black and color print speeds are measured in accordance with ISO/IEC 24734. Actual print times will vary based on system configuration, software, and page complexity. For more information, visit http://www.epson.com/printspeed
(1) World's lightest and smallest mobile printer based on mobile color inkjet printers priced at $399 (USD) or less, available at U.S. retail stores as of April 2014.
(2) Wi-Fi CERTIFIED(TM); level of performance subject to the range of the router being used. Wi-Fi Direct may require printer software.
(3) Most features require an Internet connection to the printer, as well as an Internet- and/or email-enabled device. For a list of Epson Connect enabled printers and compatible devices and apps, visit http://www.epson.com/connect
Atmel Launches First Dual-band IEEE 802.15.4g-2012 Compliant Transceiver for Smart Energy and Automation Applications
Expanding the Atmel | SMART Portfolio of Metering Solutions, Addressing Industry's Low-cost, Multi-protocol Connectivity Requirements
SAN JOSE, Calif., Nov. 4, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Today at European Utility Week 2014, Atmel Corporation (NASDAQ: ATML), a global leader in microcontroller (MCU) and touch solutions, announced a new family of wireless transceivers. Atmel's AT86RF215, the first sampling device, is the industry's first dual-band sub-1GHz / 2.4GHz transceiver compliant to IEEE 802.15.4g-2012 and ETSI TS 102 887-1. Expanding the Atmel(®) | SMART metering portfolio, the new devices include the AT86RF215M, a single band sub-1GHz transceiver, and the AT86RF215IQ, a dual-band I/Q radio. All three devices deliver an output power of up to 14dBm. With receiver sensitivities down to -123dBm, an outstanding link budget of 137dB can be achieved.
The AT86RF215 offers superior flexibility by supporting a variety of data rates with three modulation schemes: multi-rate and multi-regional frequency shift keying (MR-FSK), orthogonal frequency division multiplexing (MR-OFDM), as well as offset quadrature phase-shift keying (MR-O-QPSK). This includes the physical layer used for ZigBee(®) PRO and ZigBee IP. Simultaneous operation at sub-1GHz and 2.4GHz enables new capabilities and the right cost structure in smart metering, smart lighting, home energy gateways and other industrial and automation equipment.
"We are excited to see the widespread adoption of standards-based connectivity solutions for the utility industry worldwide," said Kourosh Boutorabi, sr. director of smart energy products, Atmel Corporation. "Expanding our portfolio of smart metering solutions to include new wireless transceivers reinforces our commitment to serve this growing market. We are continuing to deliver new platform solutions for the smart energy market, including powerline carrier connectivity and industry's most comprehensive portfolio of metering system-on-chip solutions."
Availability
Samples and evaluation kits for the AT86RF215 are available now to lead customers. General sampling is planned for Q1 2015 and volume production for Q3 2015.
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.
Fujitsu Semiconductor's IdeaBoxx(TM) Graphics Application Developers' Kit Brings Users Up in Minutes
Linux-Based "Jade" Kit Provides Board Files for Reference Designs, with All Tools and Libraries, in Easy-to-Use, Royalty-Free System
SUNNYVALE, Calif., Nov. 4, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Fujitsu Semiconductor America (FSA) today introduced its new "IdeaBoxx(TM)" graphics application development kit, providing designers, programmers and hobbyists with a low cost, self-contained, self-starting kit for evaluation systems. IdeaBoxx is designed to enable users to be ready and running in minutes, not hours, as with typical evaluation systems.
"IdeaBoxx is an innovative breakthrough that delivers reliable evaluation systems with a minimum of time and effort," said James Machida, FSA president and CEO. "The Jade version represents our initial release, offering a first glimpse into a series of exciting IdeaBoxx design kits that we are working on now."
The first in the Fujitsu series of IdeaBoxxes is the Linux-based 'Jade' kit, which includes a specially developed low cost module containing Fujitsu's 'Jade' Graphics Display Controller. The module contains all the required hardware including graphics memory (frame buffer), flash memory and support for Jade's multiple I/O functions including USB and SD Card. The board also contains an Ethernet controller and HDMI for added functionality.
Jade GDC Ideal for Industrial, Medical Applications
The Jade GDC at the hub of the first IdeaBoxx is Fujitsu's most cost-effective SOC based display controller. Based on an ARM(TM) 926EJES processor running at 333MHz, it has a fixed pipeline 3D graphics engine powerful enough to produce sharp, crisp graphics on screen sizes up to 1024 x 768. Jade can support two screens independently, along with dual capture ports, and can apply video images to 3D meshes via texture mapping. This combination of features makes Jade ideal for many industrial and medical applications where screen sizes of 4 to 10 inches are common.
Easy to Use IdeaBoxx Comes with Self-Starting Demos, UI Development Tool
The Jade GDC is pre-programmed to drive the 7" touch LCD screen included in the IdeaBoxx, complete with the appropriate connector assembly. To simplify the process a USB stick is loaded with several self-starting demos and a powerful UI development tool from Crank Software called Storyboard Suite. Crank software has performed all the porting to the Jade device, insuring a robust development environment, and a trial version of the software is available for 30-day periods. Even users with little or no programming experience can be developing dynamic graphics and streamlining the prototype process quickly and easily.
More than just a development or prototyping tool, the IdeaBoxx comes with a full set of documentation from Fujitsu, including board files to create a reference design platform. Fujitsu provides all libraries and tools (not including Storyboard Suite) free of charge and royalties, all including on the stick.
IdeaBoxx Jade (MB86R01) application development kit, with a part number IB-JADE-01, is available for purchase at $499 via http://ideaboxx.us.fujitsu.com/buy-now.
For More Information
Ideaboxx Web site:
ideaboxx.us.fujitsu.com
About Fujitsu Semiconductor America, Inc.
Fujitsu Semiconductor America, Inc. is a leading designer and developer of innovative semiconductor products and solutions for new generations of consumer, communications, automotive and industrial products. The company provides a comprehensive portfolio of high-quality, reliable semiconductor products and services throughout North and South America. Founded in 1979 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Fujitsu Semiconductor America is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fujitsu Semiconductor Limited (FSL), Japan.
All product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Information provided in this press release is accurate at time of publication and subject to change without advance notice.
Vaultize Showcasing its File Sharing and Mobile Collaboration Platform With Integrated Enterprise Mobility Management at Managing BYOD & Mobility USA Conference 2014
LONDON, SAN FRANCISCO, NEW YORK, SINGAPORE and MUMBAI, India, November 4, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
Vaultize (http://www.vaultize.com), the leader in Enterprise File Sync & Share
(EFSS), mobile collaboration and VPN-free anywhere access, today announced that it will be
exhibiting at the BYOD & Mobility USA Conference 2014 [http://www.managingbyod.com ] at
San Francisco on November 5 and 6.
"Combined with built-in Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) and Data Loss Prevention
(DLP) capabilities, the Vaultize platform helps enterprises embrace BYOD by allowing users
to uniformly and ubiquitously access and share corporate data from any device, from
anywhere, with complete end-to-end security and enterprise IT control, without falling
prey to consumer solutions like Dropbox and iCloud," said Steve Lubchansky, Regional
Director - North America.
Vaultize includes Mobile Device Management (MDM) features such as remote wipe, data
containerization, storage and network encryption, PIN protection and white-listing of apps
for mitigation of security and protection concerns with BYOD. Vaultize goes beyond MDM
with features like automatic wiping based on geo-location, IP address, or time-out. It
further facilitates Mobile Content Management (MCM) through access rights and allows
corporate IT to prevent data loss, security and compliance breaches by controlling what
users can do with corporate data on their mobile devices using a built-in document editor.
"We are glad to have Vaultize as Networking Sponsor for the BYOD Conference. The
conference will serve to provide a unique networking platform bringing together senior IT
executives responsible for BYOD deployment from top-tier companies across North America,"
said Jethro Curtis, Commercial Director at Qatalyst Global - the organizer.
About Vaultize:
Vaultize is an award-winning privately held company that provides enterprise file
sharing, secure anywhere mobile access and mobile collaboration with MCM, DLP and endpoint
backup. It has presence in more than 50 countries - including the US, Europe, APAC and
MENA, through its channel network consisting of resellers, distributors, system
integrators and MSPs.
CNK Digital Launches All New "ClickN KIDS Tablet 2" Powered By Intel For $99.95 With Major U.S. Retailers
Intel Processor Providing Lightning Performance to Kids Tablet For Optimal Experience
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 4, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --CNK Digital, creator of innovative, engaging and award-winning digital early education experiences for computer, handheld, and mobile platforms, today announces availability of the ClickN KIDS Tablet 2. The ClickN KIDS Tablet 2 comes packed with all of the features that kids and parents love from the multi-award-winning ClickN KIDS Family Tablet and the multi-award winning Looney Tunes(TM) Phonics to the newly released SmartRunners programs.
The patent pending Dual Purpose Interface(TM) means the ClickN KIDS Tablet 2 is equally fun and functional for both kids and parents. Parental controls give parents the comfort they need to hand off the tablet carefree while the Grown Ups area offers all the features and functions of a regular tablet including Wi-Fi, email and more.
The ClickN KIDS Tablet 2 is powered by the Intel® Atom(TM) Processor Z2520 to provide lightning fast performance and long battery life. CNK Digital is introducing the ClickN KIDS Tablet 2 as the first Kid Safe Certified learning tablet for kids that features Intel technology.
CNK Digital is also broadening availability of its tablets by enlisting new national retailers including ToysRUs.com, BestBuy.com, OfficeDepot.com, Target, Home Shopping Network and Curacao stores. The new ClickN KIDS Tablet 2 is also available at Walmart.com. The company's first tablet, the ClickN KIDS Family Tablet, was highlighted as a best seller in several categories on Walmart.com last November.
"Intel Atom Processors bring lightning fast responsiveness, a great visual experience and long battery life to consumers in sleek devices with an affordable price," said CJ Bruno, corporate vice president and general manager of Intel Americas. "We are thrilled to work with CNK Digital and bring Intel technology to the ClickN KIDS Tablet 2, creating a fun and seamless education experience for students."
With front and rear facing cameras and 8GB of memory, the ClickN KIDS Tablet 2 features an HD-quality display and introduces a first-of-its-kind Categorized User Interface(TM) that easily directs kids to games and educational apps. The new ClickN KIDS Tablet 2 tablet is available at the very competitive price point of just $99.95.
"The sleek new userface and high-speed Intel processor of the ClickN KIDS Tablet 2 will optimize the user experience," said Armie Carabet, CEO of CNK Digital. "Kids' imagination and creativity can be endless with the right tools, interactive and educational programs and captivating characters that our apps, curriculum and tablets offer."
ClickN KIDS Tablet 2 Features:
-- Android 4.4 OS (Kit Kat)
-- 7", 1024 x 600 resolution, capacitive multi-touch screen
-- HD quality display, 16.9 aspect ratio
-- 1.2 GHz Intel® Atom(TM) Processor Z2520 1GB RAM 8GB onboard storage
memory, up to 32GB additional memory via micro SD card slot
-- 5GB of Cloud storage with Google Drive
-- Front facing webcam (3 MP), Rear facing webcam (2MP), with microphone
-- Built-in Wi-Fi
-- Micro USB port
-- 5-8 hours of battery life (3600 maH battery)
-- Price: $99.95 for 8GB
The ClickN KIDS Tablet 2 comes with more than 30 premium pre-loaded games including Talking Tom 2 and Talking Ginger, Diversion & Team Awesome. The ClickN KIDS Tablet 2 also comes exclusively with CNK Digital's new educational apps including its newly launched SmartRunners(TM) phonics and math endless runner games, Learn2Write - Start2Finish(TM) and the multi-award winning Looney Tunes(TM) Phonics program. Featuring 100 interactive-reading lessons (a $50 value), Looney Tunes Phonics engages and educates kids with the zany antics of the iconic kid favorites Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Road Runner, Tasmanian Devil, Tweety Bird and more. Each ClickN KIDS Tablet 2 is protected by a new, extra rugged gel case and is available in eight popular colors offering kids the option to personalize their tablet
Complete with the latest parental control features powered by Kiddoware, the ClickN KIDS Tablet 2, allows parents to protect their child's identity and restrict access to the Internet and can limit the amount of time kids spend online. Since the tablet is full featured, "Grown Ups" are able to access the Internet, use Skype, check email and more with their personal secure login ID.
In addition to these stand out features, the ClickN KIDS curriculum is based on recommendations from the National Reading Panel and was developed by nationally recognized early education research professor J. Ron Nelson, Ph.D. Dr. Nelson is also Director of Curriculum Development for ClickN KIDS.
About CNK Digital
CNK Digital (http://www.cnkdigital.com), parent company of ClickN KIDS, is a worldwide publisher, developer, and distributor of innovative, engaging and award-winning digital education experiences for computer, handheld, and mobile platforms. In partnership with Warner Bros. Consumer Products, CNK Digital is the creator of Looney Tunes(TM) ClickN READ® Phonics, a licensed program featuring the iconic cartoon characters. CNK Digital produces a line of tablets including the ClickN KIDS Family Tablet, a best seller in several categories on Walmart.com. CNK Digital products and curriculum are being used successfully in all 50 states and by international students in more than 100 countries.
For more information, visit CNK Digital on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and on the CNK Digital Blog.
The AMP-200 Series general electrical and AMP-300 Series motor maintenance clamps offer a complete range of measuring functions
EVERETT, Wash., Nov. 4, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Amprobe(®) introduces the AMP-200 Series and AMP-300 Series True-RMS clamps offering a complete range of measuring functions for today's modern electrical and motor maintenance applications.
The AMP-200 and AMP-300 meters offer True-RMS for accurate voltage measurements even in the noisiest electrical environments, low pass filters for current and voltage measurements of variable frequency drives, and the Amp-Tip function for precise low current measurement down to a tenth of an Amp, enabling accurate current measurement of large and small diameter wires.
The AMP-210 600 A AC and AMP-220 600 A AC/DC general-purpose multimeter clamps are ideal for technicians and electricians performing a wide variety of electrical applications. They deliver accurate measurement of current, voltage, and frequency on all electrical systems as well as capacitance measurement for start and run motor capacitors, and resistance and continuity to verify the quality of electrical connections and check motor and transformer coils. The AMP-200 Series is safety rated CAT III 600 V.
The AMP-300 Series is designed specifically for motor maintenance applications -- AMP-310 600 A AC for HVAC motors, AMP-320 600 A AC/DC for electrical and motor maintenance, and AMP-330 1000 A AC/DC for high-voltage industrial motor maintenance. They feature 3-phase sequence and motor rotation to properly test the connection of a motor to a 3-phase system, inrush current to verify a motor is receiving the required current to support proper motor start, and HVAC capabilities such as temperature measurement and DC Microamps output for flame sensor testing in gas appliances.
The AMP-310 and AMP-320 are safety rated CAT III 600 V, and the AMP-330 is safety rated CAT IV 600 V/CAT III 1000 V to provide the optimal protection for their usage environments.
All five meters feature large backlit LCD displays for easy reading in any environment, non-contact voltage detection, audible continuity, diode testing, data hold and relative zero functions.
For more information about Amprobe test and measurement products or to download a catalog, visit the Amprobe Web site at http://www.Amprobe.com, call toll-free 877.AMPROBE (877.267.7623), or e-mail info@Amprobe.com.
Amprobe(®
)Amprobe(®) builds rugged, reliable test and measurement tools that have been trusted by professional electricians and HVAC technicians for over 65 years. Our products range from an extensive line of clamp meters and digital multimeters to industry-specific tools for residential/commercial electricians, HVAC/R technicians, utilities and industrial maintenance professionals. To learn more, visit http://www.Amprobe.com.
MobileIron Announces Partnership with Leading African Mobile Operator MTN
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Nov. 4, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- MobileIron (NASDAQ: MOBL), the leader in enterprise mobility management (EMM), today announced its reseller partnership with MTN Business, the enterprise business unit of MTN.
MTN Business will offer MobileIron's platform as part of the on-premise offering within its Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM), a recently launched groundbreaking suite of services. EMM allows enterprise customers to embrace mobility as a primary computing platform giving their employees secure access to critical business applications and content on any device. MobileIron's product offering will integrate into the MTN Business EMM suite allowing customers to choose the right solution for their business.
About MTN
Launched in 1994, the MTN Group is a multinational telecommunications group, operating in 22 countries in Africa, Asia and the Middle East. As of 30 June 2014, MTN recorded 215 million subscribers cross its operations in Afghanistan, Benin, Botswana, Cameroon, Cote d'Ivoire, Cyprus, Ghana, Guinea Bissau, Guinea Republic, Iran, Liberia, Nigeria, Republic of Congo (Congo-Brazzaville), Rwanda, South Africa, Sudan, South Sudan, Swaziland, Syria, Uganda, Yemen and Zambia.
About MobileIron
MobileIron provides the foundation for companies around the world to transform into Mobile First organizations. For more information, please visit http://www.mobileiron.com.
Gameloft, a leading publisher of digital and social games, today launched 10 of their
most successful titles for the first available Android TV device, the Nexus Player.
Gameloft worked closely with Google to bring optimized gaming experiences to their new
device across multiple genres from Racing and FPS to Tycooning and Strategy.
"We're committed to delivering amazing game experiences to our millions of players on
promising new platforms," said Baudouin Corman, VP of Publishing for the Americas at
Gameloft. "With cross platform gameplay for several Gameloft titles, players will be able
to enjoy theirfavorite games on the big screen, phone, and tablet."
The final lineup of games available for Android TV at launch includes: Despicable Me:
Minion Rush, Asphalt 8: Airborne, Modern Combat 4 : Zero Hour, Modern Combat 5: Blackout,
GT Racing 2 The Real Car Experience, Dungeon Hunter 4, My Little Pony: Friendship is
Magic, Wonder Zoo, Ice Age Village, and World at Arms.
About Gameloft:
A leading publisher of digital and social games, Gameloft(R) has established itself as
one of the top innovators in its field since 2000. Gameloft creates games for all digital
platforms, including mobile phones, smartphones and tablets (including Apple(R) iOS,
Android(R) and Windows(R) devices), set-top boxes and connected TVs. Gameloft operates its
own established franchises such as Asphalt(R), Order & Chaos, Modern Combat or Dungeon
Hunter and also partners with major rights holders including Universal, Illumination
Entertainment, Disney(R), Marvel(R), Hasbro(R), Fox Digital Entertainment, Mattel(R) and
Ferrari(R).
Gameloft is present on all continents, distributes its games in over 100 countries and
employs over 5,200 developers.
Gameloft is listed on NYSE Euronext Paris (Euronext: GFT.PA, Bloomberg: GFT FP,
Reuters: GLFT.PA). Gameloft is traded OTC in the US (sponsored Level 1 ADR ticker: GLOFY).
Media contact:
Mandy Paez
U.S. PR Manager
+1(415)852-7209
Mandy.paez@gameloft.com
Singtrix, the Next Generation in Karaoke, Dives Into the Holiday Season With Bidding War on ABC's "Shark Tank"
Dog Fight Between Show's Celebrity Investors Underscores Excitement Around What Could be This Year's Hottest Holiday Gift Idea from the Creators of Guitar Hero®
NEW YORK, Nov. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- The creators of Guitar Hero® are at it again, making some serious noise with their latest product, Singtrix - an innovative take on karaoke that helps even the most novice vocalist sound like a rock star. The product was on grand display this past Friday as the subject of a heated bidding war between the five celebrity investors on ABC's popular show, "Shark Tank."
With an opening offer of $1.5 million for 5 percent equity in the company, Singtrix Co-Founder and CEO John Devecka and Co-Founder Eric Berkowitz impressed the Sharks with their compelling demonstration of the product's vocal-enhancement magic, highlighting pitch correction settings, studio-quality effects and offering a specific vocal effect catered to each individual Shark. Four of the five Sharks jumped in head-first with offers of $1.5 million, but all asked for a larger stake in the company. After the Sharks declined all counteroffers, Devecka and Berkowitz decided against a partnership with any of the show's renowned investors.
"Although we failed to come to an agreement with any of the Sharks, we're pretty confident that we've made five new and influential fans, as well as potentially millions more around the country who were tuned into the show," said John Devecka, CEO of Singtrix. "We were thrilled by the Sharks' enthusiasm for Singtrix and look forward to potentially working with them in other capacities aside from traditional investment."
In an era where popular vocal competitions have captured the nation, giving amateurs the opportunity to become stars, Singtrix stands as the ultimate tool for karaoke fans and aspiring vocalists everywhere. With the holiday shopping season about to kick into high gear, Singtrix offers one of the most-compelling new gift ideas since Guitar Hero turned millions of average everyday homes into concert halls across the country.
Singtrix has partnered with VOXX electronics, a leading global distributor of some of the world's most-recognized consumer electronics brands, including Klipsch, Audiovox, Jensen and RCA among others. VOXX immediately arms Singtrix with significant expertise and resources through its vast network of global distributors.
"Singtrix has the unique ability to tap into one of the hottest aspects of entertainment and popular culture, as network television programs routinely turn aspiring singers into global super stars," said Tom Malone, president, Audiovox Electronics Corp. "We're thrilled to add Singtrix to the VOXX family of brands."
Singtrix takes the karaoke experience to an entirely new level with a library of vocal enhancement technologies and effects unlike any other. The most dynamic system of its kind, the Singtrix Limited Edition Party Bundle includes the Singtrix "Studio" vocal effects unit with more than 300 unique, studio-quality vocal effects, custom microphone, professional mic stand and 2.1 Stereo Speaker System, making it the perfect holiday gift for anyone who enjoys singing, or wishes they could sing better. Priced at $349.99, Singtrix is available online through Amazon.com, Singtrix.com and Target.com. Singtrix is also available at select retailers, including Crutchfield, Tiger Direct, B&H Photo and Fry's Electronics locations. Limited quantities are available for holiday delivery.
About Singtrix LLC.
The Singtrix team pioneered pop culture music gaming technology, including the multi-billion dollar selling franchise Guitar Hero®. Singtrix is committed to creating the most exciting music performance experiences in the world for mass consumers and non-musicians. Singtrix is the first to integrate powerful professional live vocal effects technology into a simple plug-and-play design, so everyone around the world can instantly sound like their favorite rock stars.
Singtrix® is a registered trademark of Singtrix LLC. Guitar Hero® is a registered trademark of Activision Publishing, Inc. Singtrix is not affiliated with or endorsed by Activision Publishing, Inc in any way. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
SOURCE Singtrix
Singtrix
CONTACT: Jillian Cardwell, The Brand Amp, (949) 244-2561, jillian@thebrandamp.com
Free New Mobile App from Successful Farming and AgriCharts
DES MOINES, Iowa, Nov. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Farmers have been early adopters of many communications technologies, and Successful Farming and AgriCharts are meeting that growing demand by launching a new app for farmers on the go.
AgMobile®, available in both Google Play and the Apple App Store, is the most complete app for accessing commodity markets and news information from the convenience of a mobile device. It is the first in a series of initiatives between AgriCharts and Meredith Agrimedia, which launched Agriculture.com, the industry's first and leading website, in 1995.
"AgMobile is the preferred tool for farmers desiring the latest markets, news, and weather information," said David Kurns, Editorial Content Director at Successful Farming. "This puts real-time agriculture in the hands of every farmer."
AgMobile is the latest innovation from Successful Farming, which has a 112-year history of serving farmers with relevant, timely information across multiple media platforms, including print, television, digital, radio and video.
"Through our partnership with Successful Farming, we have developed a valuable new tool for farmers," said Mark Haraburda, Managing Director at AgriCharts, a division of Barchart.com. "By combining Successful Farming's agricultural news, videos and editorial content with our commodity market data and technology, we are providing a useful and modern tool that farmers will benefit from every day."
The free mobile app offers these easy-to-read features for farmers:
-- Dynamic quotes and charts to local cash grain bids
-- News from Agriculture.com, including Market commentary
-- Grain and livestock futures and options on futures quotes from the CBOT,
CME, and more
-- Current and historical charts on all commodities
-- Live market commentary on the latest developments in corn, soybeans,
wheat, cattle, hogs, cotton, and other markets
-- Custom watchlists for quick access to the markets you follow the most
-- Weather conditions, forecasts, maps, and ag-specific data by location
-- Cash grain bids from local and regional elevators
To download the AgMobile app, please visit Google Play or the Apple App Store from your Android phone or iPhone. More information about AgMobile is available at http://www.agricharts.com/app.
About Successful Farming
Successful Farming was founded in 1902. It was the first magazine published by Meredith Corporation (NYSE:MDP; http://www.meredith.com) and has a circulation of 420,000 and 1.2 million readers. Successful Farming is one of the most successful and recognizable brands in the agricultural industry. Its website, Agriculture.com (http://www.agriculture.com), established in 1995, was one of the first agricultural websites in America. Successful Farming also produces a weekly television show, the Successful Farming Machinery Show. Other properties include the Successful Farming Radio Magazine Network®, Market Research, database solutions with SFMiD, and custom publishing services.
AgriCharts
AgriCharts, a division of Barchart, a leading provider of technology, market data and trading solutions, provides agricultural information and technology services to the agricultural industry. AgriCharts' services include real-time commodity market trading applications and data feeds, cash grain bid management and distribution, website hosting for agribusinesses and other market data and information like news and weather.
OmniVision Launches Family of High Performance 20+ Megapixel Image Sensors for Flagship Smartphones
New PureCel-S(TM) Sensors Bring Advanced Features and DSC-level Performance to Next-Generation Smartphones
SANTA CLARA, Calif., Nov. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- OmniVision Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: OVTI), a leading developer of advanced digital imaging solutions, today announced the OV23850 and OV21840, a family of PureCel-S(TM) 20+ megapixel image sensors with image quality and performance comparable to DSCs and DVCs. Using OmniVision's advanced stacked die process, the OV23850 and OV21840 capture stunning images and video in 23.8-megapixel and 21.4-megapixel resolutions, respectively, while maintaining a compact form factor. The sensors' small footprints paired with increased functionality and performance make the OV23850 and OV21840 ideal camera solutions for the next generation of flagship smartphones.
"Industry experts anticipate that 20+ megapixel image sensors will be the next popular resolution threshold for flagship smartphones in 2015. The OV23850 and OV21840 are designed to facilitate the adoption of this resolution range by smartphone OEMs," said Harish Iyer, senior product marketing manager at OmniVision. "We see the megapixel race in the smartphone segment as heating up, with flagship smartphones reaching toward not only DSC-comparable resolutions, but also advanced features such as fast autofocus, HDR mode, burst mode and slow motion video that today are characteristically restricted to DSCs. The OV23850 and OV21840 can provide OEMs with the opportunity to make the full range of these advanced capabilities a reality for their new flagship devices."
The OV23850 and OV21840 PureCel-S sensors leverage the company's new stacked die technology, which separates the imaging array from the image sensor processing pipeline into a stacked die structure. This enables additional sensor functionalities, such as phase detection autofocus (PDAF), two-dimensional contrast fast autofocus and HDR video, while maintaining a small footprint. OmniVision plans to combine the unique two-dimensional contrast-based fast autofocus, which is up to 4x faster than traditional contrast autofocus, with PDAF to offer an optimized hybrid fast autofocus function.
Supporting an active array of 5632 x 4224 pixels (23.8 megapixels) operating at 24 frames per second (FPS), the 1/2.3-inch OV23850 reaches an unprecedented resolution level for capturing images and video in a 4:3 aspect ratio in a form factor suitable for smartphones and similar mobile devices. The 1/2.4-inch OV21840 supports an active array of 5344 x 4016 pixels (21.4-megapixel) operating 27 FPS, enabling ultra-high definition burst photography.
The OV23850 and OV21840 are capable of recording quad high definition (QHD) video at 30 FPS in HDR mode to enable 'always on' HDR preview mode for a resolution size popular with flagship smartphone displays. Additionally, the sensors support 720p HD video at 120 FPS and 1080p HD video at 90 FPS, allowing for crisp slow motion video recording.
The OV23850 and OV21840 fit into 10.5 x 10.5 mm modules with z-heights of 6.3 and 6 mm, respectively. Both sensors are currently sampling and are expected to enter volume production in the first quarter of 2015.
About OmniVision
OmniVision Technologies (NASDAQ: OVTI) is a leading developer of advanced digital imaging solutions. Its award-winning CMOS imaging technology enables superior image quality in many of today's consumer and commercial applications, including mobile phones, notebooks, tablets and webcams, digital still and video cameras, security and surveillance, entertainment devices, automotive and medical imaging systems. Find out more at http://www.ovt.com.
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Certain statements in this press release, including statements regarding the expected benefits, performance, capabilities, and potential market appeal, as well as anticipated timing of mass production, of the OV23850 and OV21840 are forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties. These risks and uncertainties, which could cause the forward-looking statements and OmniVision's results to differ materially, include, without limitation: potential errors, design flaws or other problems with OV23850 and OV21840, customer acceptance, demand, and other risks detailed from time to time in OmniVision's Securities and Exchange Commission filings and reports, including, but not limited to, OmniVision's annual report filed on Form 10-K and quarterly reports filed on Form 10-Q. OmniVision expressly disclaims any obligation to update information contained in any forward-looking statement.
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Mending Kids Promotes and Sponsors Sustainable Pediatric Surgical Programs in Africa
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Renowned Los Angeles-based pediatric surgeons Dr. Philip K. Frykman, Dr. Marc Levitt, and Dr. Alp Numanoglu, along with the Red Cross Children's Hospital team, participated in the Biennial Congress of the South African Pediatric Association in Cape Town. Mending Kids, a non-profit based in Los Angeles for which several of the doctors volunteer their pediatric surgical skills, was the sponsor via its grant program that promotes sustainable pediatric surgical care. At this conference, the specialists were responsible for training 18 surgeons from nine African countries, and teaching them how to find and work with the proper equipment at a price they can actually afford. Dr. Frykman spoke about "out of the box" ways to solve problems with limited resources.
Dr. Frykman, along with Dr. Keith Kimble, invented a low-cost muscle stimulator for anorectal malformations repair that is currently in commercial production. He used Google Glass to record the precise placement. He explains, "Google Glass plays an integral role in the ongoing training efforts to achieve results." Dr. Frykman went on to say, "I am interested in helping the undeveloped world. That's what this conference was about, a discussion about innovative, low-cost solutions to medical problems." In addition to new knowledge, the 18 surgeons received stimulators gratis, donated by Mending Kids, which furnished the grant to develop the instrument.
It is one of Dr. Frykman's ambitions to provide quality, affordable surgical devices and education to pediatric surgeons in the developing world, for which he established the Global Pediatric Surgical Technology and Education Project (GP STEP), a California-based non-profit.
Dr. Frykman also used Google Glass to record his operating room techniques. The footage will serve as training videos for the participating doctors to take back to their respective countries and health centers to "pay it forward" and train even more of their colleagues. This is the first time Google Glass has been used to record pediatric surgeries for training videos in Africa and the first time it was used on surgical missions, demonstrating more vital uses for the new technology.
For his surgical volunteerism and the contributions he has made to pediatric medicine, Dr. Frykman is being honored with the Hope Award at Mending Kids' annual gala, November 8, 2014, in Santa Monica, along with Cedars-Sinai colleagues Dr. Keith Kimble and Janet Kimble, R.N. The award will be bestowed by longtime Mending Kids supporter Mel Gibson. Greg Booth, a business development executive at Google and a Mending Kids Board member, is also being honored, receiving the Love Award.
About Mending Kids (http://www.mendingkids.org):
Founded in 2006, Mending Kids International, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, has provided thousands of free life-changing surgeries to children from 54 countries, including the United States. Mending Kids deploys renowned surgical teams on missions to developing countries, and brings children to Los Angeles, where they live with volunteer Host Families during advanced surgical care and recuperation. Mending Kids' missions focus on providing pediatric surgical training to help local doctors build long-term sustainable surgical programs. Funding comes from donations and special events; 90% of every dollar goes to the surgical treatment of the children.
About Dr. Philip K. Frykman
Philip K. Frykman, MD, PhD, MBA is the Associate Director of Pediatric Surgery and Associate Professor of Surgery and Biomedical Sciences at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Frykman specializes in minimally invasive surgery for infants and children and has a specific focus on caring for children with Hirschsprung disease (HD) and anorectal malformations (ARM). Dr. Frykman has served with Mending Kids on numerous pediatric surgical missions, where his team has focused on repairing ARMs of orphaned and abandoned children, while partnering with local surgeons to improve knowledge and skill set in management of these children.
Media Contact: Jo-Ann Geffen, JAGPR, 818.905.5511, jgeffen@jagpr.com
ESCORT Exhibits New Bluetooth®-Equipped PASSPORT® and PASSPORT Max2(TM) Detectors at SEMA Show
New Detectors Link Award-winning ESCORT Live(TM) Ticket Protection App
LAS VEGAS, Nov. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- ESCORT Inc. (ESCORTradar.com), designer and manufacturer of the world's best performing radar and laser detectors, is exhibiting the new PASSPORT® and PASSPORT Max2(TM) Bluetooth®-equipped radar detectors at the 2014 SEMA Show this week (North Hall, ESCORT show booth #11739).
In addition to the built in Bluetooth technology, the PASSPORT Max2(TM) (retail $599.95) detects signals at record setting range using ESCORT's patented digital signal processing technology (SEMA 2013 'Best New Product', the original PASSPORT Max(TM)). The new detector also features dual language audible voice alerts (in English or Spanish), a multi-color graphics display and a USB port for internet connectivity.
The new PASSPORT(TM) (retail $349.95) achieves best-in-class, long-range performance by using band segmentation to increase sensitivity and also includes voice alerts in English or Spanish and a multi-color graphics display.
Both new Bluetooth®-equipped detectors easily accommodate connection to the ESCORT Live(TM) ticket protection app that won the prestigious Best New Product award at SEMA 2011. For SEMA 2014, the ESCORT Live(TM) app debuts Air Patrol Alerts to identify aircraft speed monitoring areas and Intelligent Speed Trap Alerts that prioritize alerts according to the most recent and total number of recorded sightings.
ESCORT is also introducing program enhancements to its PASSPORT 9500ci(TM) custom-installed radar and laser defense system. Using laser shifting, or blocking technology, the defense system actively protects against radar and laser speed enforcement guns. PASSPORT 9500ci(TM) program changes include extending product warranty to three years (expanded from one) and the introduction of a new 'ticket protection guarantee' program. Full warranty and program details will be announced at the show.
"We are excited to once again exhibit new technology at SEMA - innovations keep ESCORT in the detector category lead," said David Thornhill, ESCORT President and CEO. "The new PASSPORT® and PASSPORT Max2(TM) Bluetooth-equipped detectors are one more example of ESCORT delivering the best-in-class benefits and performance for our customers."
ESCORT invites media show attendees to take advantage of radar detector prizes, product news and more by attending the official ESCORT SEMA Show press conference (Wednesday, Nov 5, 10:30 AM, SEMA Media Center, Room N110). ESCORT will provide details about the new PASSPORT®, PASSPORT Max2(TM) and ESCORT Live(TM) enhancements. Press conference attendees will be eligible for prizes including a new PASSPORT Max2(TM) Bluetooth-equipped radar detector.
On Tuesday, November 4, ESCORT holds an official SEMA training session (1:30 PM, LVCC, South Hall, New Products Stage area). The training session, presented by installer of the year, Tom Miller, features the PASSPORT 9500ci(TM) program updates and custom installation process.
For more information on the new PASSPORT® and PASSPORT Max2(TM) radar detectors and the ESCORT Live(TM) ticket protection app, visit the ESCORT booth (North Hall, #11739), see ESCORT on YouTube, ESCORTradar.com, or call the company direct at 800.433.3487.
About ESCORT Inc.
ESCORT is the leading manufacturer of high-performance radar and laser detectors and the patented ESCORT Live(TM) real-time ticket protection network. ESCORT manufactures products under the ESCORT, PASSPORT, Max, REDLINE, SOLO, Pro and BELTRONICS brands. The company is headquartered in West Chester, Ohio, with its principal manufacturing facility located in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. Additional information about ESCORT, Inc. is available at Escortradar.com.
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Studio T. Adam reveals feminist word game "Words Are Power"
MONTREAL, Nov. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ - Working under the label Studio T.
Adam, a group of experienced developers in the video game industry has
revealed today the feminist word game "Words Are Power". The project
seeks to raise awareness on gender issues affecting women in the
workplace. The team seeks to raise additional funds via Kickstarter to
bring the concept to its full potential.
Based on academic research, the plot puts you in the shoes of a 1946 war
correspondent returning from overseas. She wants to get to the bottom
of a mystery that involves top brass in the military and the
government. Unfortunately, she will meet resistance both from
Washington... and at the office.
"Because the story takes place almost 70 years ago, we can highlight
these gender issues without seeming exaggerated," stated the writer,
Emilie Villeneuve. "The player will foremost seek to solve the plot,
and along the way will discover the real obstacles. The issues
explored are still very present today."
Atmel Unveils Innovative Solutions Powering the Internet of Things at Electronica 2014
- Showcasing IoT Solutions in Numerous Technology Zones: Smart Living Room, Automotive, Industrial and Maker Technology Zones
- Atmel Technology Expert Kerry Maletsky to Give a Security Presentation Entitled "IoT Security Should be Hard, By Definition" on Thursday, November 13 from 2-2:30 pm CET in Hall A6 / A6.353
SAN JOSE, Calif., Nov. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Atmel(® )Corporation (NASDAQ: ATML), a leader in microcontroller (MCU) and touch technology solutions, today announced the company is unveiling a number of new solutions to enable smart, connected and secure devices in the Internet of Things (IoT) from consumer to industrial, automotive and Maker applications at Electronica 2014 held in Munich, Germany, November 11-14. Atmel is also showcasing a number of IoT solutions in its booth located in Hall A5, Booth 542.
Some of the new solutions for the IoT market that will be launched around the show include:
-- Low-power Embedded Processing
-- Industry's lowest power ARM(®) Cortex(®)-M0+ MCU For Internet of
Things
-- A new QTouch(®) safety platform for home appliance user interfaces
-- Next-generation 8-bit AVR(®) MCUs accelerating development of
low-power applications
-- Secure Connectivity
-- Industry's first FCC-certified Wi-Fi and MCU integrated module
-- Atmel's new CAN transceiver family
-- A next-generation LIN system basis chip portfolio for in-vehicle
networking
-- Easy-to-use Software and Tools
-- IAR Systems supports Atmel's complete microcontroller portfolio,
expanding Atmel's IoT software and tools ecosystem
-- An ultra-low cost Xplained mini development platform available for
only $8.88 USD that is compatible with any Atmel 8-bit megaAVR(®)
MCUs
-- Xplained Ultra evaluation kit for fast prototyping and evaluation of
Atmel | SMART SAMA5D4 Cortex®-A5 based MPUs
-- A security module compatible with all Xplained boards that supports
SHA256, AES128 and ECC256 hardware authentication for IoT nodes
Atmel's broad portfolio of solutions powering the Internet of Things will be showcased at Electronica in various technology pods including the Smart Home, Industrial, Automotive and Maker areas.
-- Atmel's SMART HOME ZONE brings more intelligent, connected devices
together.
-- Showcasing hardware security with wireless connectivity to a variety
of edge nodes applications, the well-received Atmel WINC1500 will
demonstrate a video camera, temperature sensor and LED control
highlighting ease-of-use connectivity to mobile handsets and cloud
architecture. Strong key protection is provided by the ATEC108
Elliptic Curve security chip.
-- For the intelligent home, this demonstration highlights Atmel's
popular AVR architecture using a mega168PB, AT86RF212, XMEGA128A1U
and MXT143. The demo showcases an AVR with a wireless connection
running on a battery with a graphical display.
-- The QTouch safety robustness demonstration showcases Atmel's SAM D20
with the company's new QTouch safety library, displaying the
superior capacitive touch performance of the peripheral touch
controller while achieving best-in-class noise immunity and moisture
tolerance required in home appliances. Attendees can enter to win
one of the QTouch safety evaluation kits by viewing the
demonstration.
-- Demonstrating security for the connected world, this three-light
switch demo communicates via ZigBee to a remote panel with 3 LEDs.
The switches and LEDS include an Atmel ATSHA204 device with stored
crypto keys. When the switch is flipped, only the LEDs with the
corresponding key will light--demonstrating symmetric
authentication.
-- Showcasing the latest lighting solutions, the Philips Hue LED
colormix bulb, the Philips Lux dimmable bulb and the Philips Tap
switch highlights how users can create their own personal wireless
lighting environment with the tap of a switch or through an app on
the users' mobile device.
-- Atmel's INDUSTRIAL ZONE enables smart, machine-to-machine connections.
-- Demonstrating a smart fridge, this home automation demonstration
powered by Atmel | SMART SAM A5D4 includes a 7-inch capacitive
touchscreen that includes a 720p video playback showcasing the
processors performance and data processing in a secure environment.
-- Powered by Atmel's maXTouch mXT1666T2 and maXStylus, this rugged
Inari10 tablet demonstrates support of a glove, moisture rejection
and support for maXStylus.
-- Through a Sigfox basestation, this demo utilizes Atmel's ATA8520 and
ATA8510 to demonstrate the company's IoT connectivity solution.
-- Highlighting Atmel's support of capacitive touch buttons, sliders
and wheels using the company's QTouch technologies, Atmel will
showcase two QTouch demos. The first is powered by the Atmel | SMART
SAM D21 MCU on an Xplained Pro board demonstrating mutual
capacitance and the intelligent peripheral touch controller--all
enabled by Atmel QTouch. The second demo, powered by the Atmel |
SMART SAM D11 MCU, is supported by the QTouch Library enabling
capacitive touch button sliders and wheels on smaller, lower cost
Atmel MCUs using the Peripheral Touch Controller.
-- Atmel's AUTOMOTIVE ZONE brings IoT to the connected car with simple,
touch-enabled human-machine interface.
-- Showcasing a smart, connected car, Atmel will be highlighting the
well-received AvantCar(TM) demo, a next-generation automotive center
console concept with curved touchscreens highlighting Atmel's
XSense(®), maXTouch(®), QTouch(®), and 8-bit AVR MCU
technologies.
-- Highlighting car access, this demo will enable passive entry and
passive start for automobiles through capacitive touch and proximity
detection technology controlled by a tablet PC using Atmel's
maXTouch technologies. This demo is powered by Atmel's automotive
devices including the ATA5791, ATA5831, ATA5702, ATA5790N, ATA5833
and Atmel | SMART SAM D21.
-- Several other automotive demos are also featured in this zone,
including a door handle powered by Atmel's fourth generation LIN
device that includes a curved touch-enabled glass display, providing
excellent multi-touch performance for future automotive
applications, and utilizing Atmel's XSense and the maXTouch 2952T.
-- Atmel's MAKER ZONE showcases IoT inventions, enabling unlimited
possibilities.
-- Being at the core of the Maker Movement, Atmel will be showcasing a
number of Maker demonstrations including a remote-controlled Maker
Robot powered by the Atmel | SMART SAM D21. "Mr. Abot" will be
controlled through an Andriod app and the communications will be
driven through Atmel's recently announced new WINC1500 Wi-Fi
solution.
-- Atmel will also be showcasing a Skittles sorting machine for the
candy lover. This Atmel | Smart powered sorter uses the SAM D21
device and will sort the Skittles into individual containers by
color using an RGB light sensor.
Atmel's Security Expert Kerry Maletsky will be presenting "IoT security should be hard, by definition" to discuss the basics of hardened security in every designer's IoT device. Come see his presentation on Thursday, November 13, at 2:00 - 2:30 pm CET in Hall A6 / A6.353 at the Embedded Forum.
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.
Good Technology Makes Enterprise Mobility Easier with Cloud Update to the Good Dynamics Secure Mobility Platform
A multi-tenant cloud, new enterprise readiness capabilities and an improved IT experience poised to broaden reach and adoption of EMM
SUNNYVALE, Calif., Nov. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --Good Technology(TM), the leader in secure mobility, today announced the latest release of the Good Dynamics Secure Mobility Platform, further simplifying mobility management by delivering the platform as a cloud service, while increasing enterprise-scale capabilities, enhancements to the IT experience and enriched capabilities for mobile app developers.
Now organizations can provision, deploy and manage a wide range of business apps, including third-party ISV, Good-secured apps as well as custom-developed apps through a secure cloud-hosted deployment of the Good Dynamics Platform. With a new cloud-optimized quick start, organizations can begina 30-day free trial and quickly set up and provision up to 100 users in just minutes.
The Good Dynamics Platform uniquely manages the entire mobility lifecycle - from building and securing mobile apps, to deploying, managing and supporting them. With this release, developers building secure mobile apps now can incorporate a broader range of secure storage capabilities, as well as Good Launcher. Good Launcher provides users with a single, simple interface for accessing all Good-secured apps, whether from a third-party ISV or built in-house by the enterprise, which increases app usage by making it easy to include them in many different business workflows.
"As the use of mobile apps grows rapidly, mobility management solutions must be architected for enterprise scale," said John Herrema, senior vice president of product management at Good Technology. "Support for flexible deployment options, fault tolerance and scalability controls that allow IT to manage apps in the extended enterprise, and app development features that deliver an enhanced user experience without compromising enterprise security needs, further confirm Good as the leading provider an EMM solution."
For IT, this release provides significant new capabilities for delivery of enterprise-scale mobility to meet user expectations of an always-on service. High availability and load balancing are core requirements for tier one IT services. Building on existing high availability (HA) capabilities, the Good Dynamics app server now elastically scales and will automatically load balance without manual IT intervention. In addition, built-in diagnostics in the Good Dynamics Platform can be integrated with existing third-party management solutions such as HP OpenView, IBM Tivoli, Microsoft SCOM and Splunk, providing a single IT view and easier reporting.
The Good Dynamics Platform release is available immediately. Developers can download the latest Good Dynamics Software Development Kits (SDKs) here. IT can trial the cloud-hosted Good Dynamics Platform via a 30-day free trial of Good Work. For existing customers, additional information can be discovered in their personal Good Admin Portal here.
About Good Technology
Good Technology is the leader in secure mobility solutions, providing the leading secure mobility solution for enterprises and governments worldwide, across all stages of the mobility lifecycle. Good offers a comprehensive, end-to-end secure mobility solutions portfolio consists of a suite of collaboration applications, a secure mobility platform, mobile device management, unified monitoring, management and analytics, and a third-party application and partner ecosystem. More than 6,000 organizations in over 190 countries use Good Technology solutions, including FORTUNE® 100 leaders in commercial banking, insurance, healthcare, and aerospace and defense. Learn more at http://www.good.com.
Statements concerning future prospects, business outlook, and product availability and plans are forward looking statements that involve a number of uncertainties and risks. This information is intended to outline our general product direction and it should not be relied upon in making purchasing decisions. It is not a commitment, promise or legal obligation to deliver any material, code or functionality and the development, release and timing of any features or functionality described for our products remains at Good's sole discretion.
Actions Semiconductor Debuts 28nm Quad-Core Processor for Mainstream Android Tablets
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Actions Semiconductor® Co., Ltd. (Nasdaq: ACTS) today introduced a new quad-core system-on-a-chip (SoC) to provide primary processing, connectivity, enhanced battery life and other capabilities in computer tablets and set top boxes (STB). The new processor is most ideal for mid-tier, high volume Android® tablet manufacturer designs. It will be available in the USA, Asia, Europe and other locations in November 2014.
The new Actions Semiconductor SoC is the ATM7059 and it is based on a 28nm LP process and fourth generation technology design. It is a 1.6GHz ARM® Cortex® A-9-based CPU with an Imagination Technologies(TM) PowerVR(TM) SGX Series5XT graphics processing unit (GPU). Other key applications include smart monitors, ultrabooks, digital signage, and other cloud-connected devices.
Video and Audio Capabilities
Key video capabilities include H.264 decoding with ultra HD 4K video playback. It also supports other mainstream formats, such as 1080P at 60fps capture. Video encoding is H.264 full 1080P HD at 60fps capture. The SoC allows for a primary LCD display and external 1080P display with support for HDMI 1.4. It also supports high-quality wireless Miracast and DLNA. The display engine provides scaling, alpha blending, and dithering and supports up to a 24 bit LCD controller using an LVDS/MIPI interface. Supported screen sizes are from 7-18 inches. A rear and front-facing camera can be supported, from 1.3-8MP and 0.3-2MP, respectively.
Operating System, Memory, Ports and Supported Sensors
Supported operating systems include Android KitKat 4.4.4 (2014Q4) and Android 5.0 Lollipop (2015Q1). Memory support, from 512MB to 2GB, includes: 8/16-bit DDR3/DDR3L, 16/32-bit LPDDR2 and LPDDR3. Internal storage support is rated at 4-64GB and includes support for primitive NAND Flash and eMMC 4.5. It also provides support for one USB 3.0 and two USB 2.0 connection ports with support for host and device mode.
In addition, the ATM7059 has a high level of integration for peripherals such as, SPI, UART, TWI, SPID, TS, 10/100Base Ethernet MAC, and more. Sensors can also be supported, such as for 3-axis gyro, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis compass, ambient light sensors, and more.
Battery, Wi-Fi and Other Radio Capabilities
Supported batteries cover a range from 3,000mAh to 8000mAh. Quick charging with an indicator, DC5V support, and USB charging are integrated. For Internet and other connectivity, the ATM7059 provides dual-band Wi-Fi support for a / b / g / n. GPS, GLONASS and Beidou. Bluetooth standards capabilities are 2.1+EDR, 3.0 and 4.1.
Pricing and Availability
Actions Semiconductor's ATM7059 is in the process of obtaining certifications from Google GMS, CE, FCC, EMC, and more. The device will be available for mass shipping worldwide by the end of November throughout Asia, the USA, Europe and more. Pricing is based on mass quantities purchased and varies by amounts.
About Actions Semiconductor
Actions Semiconductor is one of China's leading fabless semiconductor companies that provides comprehensive portable multimedia and mobile Internet system-on-a-chip (SoC) solutions for portable consumer electronics. The company's products include SoCs, firmware, software, solution development kits, as well as detailed specifications of other required components. Actions Semiconductor also provides total product and technology solutions. This allows customers to quickly launch portable consumer electronics to market in a cost effective way. The Company is headquartered in Zhuhai, China, with offices in Shanghai, Shenzhen, Hong Kong and Taipei. For more information, please visit the Actions Semiconductor website at http://www.actions-semi.com.
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Exegy Couples Embedded Ticker Plant and Data Feed Products
ST. LOUIS, Nov. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Exegy Inc., a premier provider of market data normalization and distribution solutions, has released a new version of its Trading Application Platform (TAP) product that allows customers to leverage the Exegy Data Feed for operational resiliency and access to broader content. "By coupling our embedded ticker plant and consolidated feed products, we have the ability to provide the best of both worlds," says chief technology officerDavid Taylor. Launched by Exegy in January of 2014, TAP is an embedded ticker plant product that normalizes direct market data feeds on the same server that hosts a trading application. TAP delivers subscribed-to updates to applications written to the Exegy Client API (XCAPI) with single-digit microsecond latencies. The Exegy Data Feed delivers normalized market data to globally deployed applications as a "data anywhere" service. This normalized market data is derived from direct market data feeds for the US equities, options, and futures markets. Exegy now provides a connection to the Exegy Data Feed for every deployed instance of TAP. "The offering provides a compelling combination of speed, efficiency, flexibility, resiliency, and breadth of content," adds Taylor.
"An embedded ticker plant model is great for speed and deployment agility, but it can present challenges when designing for operational resiliency," says chief information officerScott Parsons. Typically, firms deploy an additional embedded ticker plant and application on a redundant server to act as a backup. This significantly increases the cost and complexity of deploying and managing the trading infrastructure. The latest version of the Exegy TAP allows applications to automatically failover to the Exegy Data Feed when there is a disruption from direct feeds. This allows applications to achieve market data resiliency without deploying additional hardware and managing redundant application instances. "Automated failover to the Exegy Data Feed makes TAP a cost-effective enterprise-class market data solution that is differentiated from other embedded ticker plant offerings in the marketplace," adds Parsons.
The combined offering also allows applications to efficiently access broad market data content. Embedded ticker plant products consume a subset of the computing resources on the host server to normalize data from direct market data feeds. Often, this is an acceptable tradeoff for a small number of direct feeds that originate from the data center in which an application is deployed. However, significant challenges arise when an application requires market data from additional feeds that originate in other data centers. "The combination of TAP and Exegy Data Feed addresses these challenges far more elegantly and efficiently than the complexity and cost of backhauling additional direct feeds from remote data centers," says Taylor. The Exegy Client API delivers all content, local from TAP and remote from the Exegy Data Feed, through a common interface with a consistent data model. For remote content, applications receive only the updates they need, minimizing the network bandwidth required to deliver the data. "We believe that the combination of TAP and Exegy Data Feed is a revolutionary new way to deliver normalized market data," adds Taylor.
About Exegy, Inc. Exegy provides ultra-high performance hardware-accelerated computing solutions that efficiently process and enrich the handling of market data for the world's leading financial organizations. Exegy's unique products respond to financial organizations' growing demands for capacity, low latency, reduced cost of ownership and flexibility. Exegy's products are compatible with leading operating systems and interconnects. For more information, please visitwww.exegy.com <http://www.exegy.com/>.
Wysips® Crystal to be Tested in KYOCERA Smartphones
AIX-EN-PROVENCE, France, November 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
A close partnership agreement has been signed between KYOCERA Corporation, a Japanese
multinational mobile handset manufacturer, and SUNPARTNER to test the Wysips(R) Crystal
[http://sunpartnertechnologies.com/mobile-phone/mobilestablets ] technology.
KYOCERA is the first Japanese company to evaluate the revolutionary Wysips(R) Crystal
technology both in technical and marketing terms.
Being a leading Japanese mobile handset manufacturer, KYOCERA will help SUNPARTNER to
improve its technologies with their expertise based on a huge and diversified Group and to
establish the companies' positions on mobile handset marketplaces from USA to Japan.
Integrating Wysips(R) Crystal within KYOCERA's phones will enable SUNPARTNER to adapt
the technical characteristics of the photovoltaic component to the various markets
targeted by the Japanese group.
"We are very delighted to partner with Kyocera as we consider Japanese industrials as
key strategic partners for Sunpartner with very high technological expertise. In fact we
plan to open an application lab in Japan next year in order to be closer to our customer.
We thank Kyocera for their confidence and we hope that this partnership will generate
numerous products and technical synergie," says Ludovic Deblois, President and Co-founder
of Sunpartner Technologies.
About SUNPARTNER
Founded in 2008, Sunpartner Technologies is an engineering company specialized in
Solar NETs (New Energy Technologies). They develop renewable, independent energy solutions
that are integrated into smart surfaces and are invisible. In particular, the company
invented the transparent PV technology Wysips(R), which transforms any surface into a
solar panel that can generate its own electricity from light. Sunpartner Technologies has
regularly received awards both for its innovation and from the business community, such as
the Nobel Sustainability(R) Clean Tech Company award in 2013 and Technology Pioneer 2014
from the World Economic Forum. Based in Aix-en-Provence (France), the company has a team
of 49 employees. http://sunpartnertechnologies.com
Media Contact SUNPARTNER
Marion CHANSON / Bruno SANVOISIN
+33-(0)6-15-71-16-76 / +33-(0)6-82-52-62-39
marion.chanson@sunpartner.fr / bsanvoisin@sunpartner.fr
Bitcoin Brothers introduces Massive Super-Efficient Machines (MSEM) as the future computing platform of profitable Bitcoin Cloud Mining and blockchain transactions. The supercomputers at over 6 petahash each are built on the first 3D 16nm FinFET ASICs designed by - and exclusive to - Bitcoin Brothers.
"With the deployment of a large number of our supercomputers, we offer a true 2nd-generation alternative to stand-alone brick box mining hardware," saysMaik Welle, CEO of BitcoinBrothers in Berlin. "Miners are tired of the risk pre-paying, owning, and operating slow mega- and terahash devices with a limited use-life span, which they may not even receive in time - or at all - after pre-paying for them, or find them out of specifications when in operation. The disappointment in these 1st-gen tools and lack of alternative choices currently depresses the Bitcoin value."
* No more risk of buying and operating mining hardware * Offer pay-as-you-go flexible and inexpensive cloud mining * Any amount of giga-, tera-, and petahashes to lease * Miners retain full logical control of their operation and choice of pool * Each supercomputer has the power of 5,000 stand-alone 1st-gen bricks * Blockchain growth for the traffic expected with merchant and consumer adoption MSEM supercomputers harvest all aspects of economies of scale. "From the outset, we designed all hardware and business strategy to scale massively," saysMark Welle, Bitcoin Brothers COO and Co-Founder. "Low-cost machine manufacturing, deployment, and ongoing operations are all laid out to benefit our customers, so at one-tenth of the cost of all competing offers, our MSEMs make mining attractive again for the$2 billion market opportunity Bitcoin mining presents in the next two years."
Mark adds: "By pushing 300-400 petahash into the market quickly in Q1 2015, and growing our presence from there, we triple or quadruple the difficulty for a limited time, to achieve a new efficiency standard in mining and on the blockchain - however, in the end, we provide a new commodity level of blockchain operations to benefit everyone, including options to run Internet-of-Things authentication and their transactions on the blockchain."
The company is coming out of stealth mode: MSEMs are based on revolutionary hardware. "For our customers it is of little significance how our supercomputers are built - but of course we realize there is great curiosity: our proprietary industrial ASIC design is extremely flexible," answers Thomas J Ackermann, CTO at BitcoinBrothers.
* Each 6-petahash MSEM contains 256,000 of our own 16nm FinFET Plus 3D ASICs * First 16nm ASIC in the Bitcoin world: outperforms 14nm chips in both computing power and low energy use * Scales up to Meta-MSEMs, in which 1.5 exahash are controlled from a single console "To put our machines in perspective," says CTO Ackermann, "while SHA256 integer calculations are hard to compare to floating point operations, on the common LINPACK Rpeak and Rmax benchmarks each of our MSEMs outperform the world's fastest supercomputers. If you compare hasher gates to cores, each MSEM has double the number of the 3.1 million cores in Tianhe-2, the No 1 on the PetaFLOP list: and comes at a fraction of the cost, the floor space and 1/20th of its 18 MegaWatt power draw. Our Bitcoin supercomputers with a quasi-opportunistic massively parallel computing model for job scheduling establish a new exascale class - well beyond FLOPS and MIPS."
The raw power of Bitcoin Brothers supercomputers not only offers a new efficiency level for the blockchain, but being so much more powerful than the world's fastest computers, makes the entire cryptocurrency market safe against brute-force hacking attacks. And continuing our technology leadership, by the time we will have deployed 1 exahash on the blockchain, these machines will likely be built on the 10nm ASIC level.
About Bitcoin Brothers
Bitcoin Brothers GmbH & Co KG (http://BitcoinBrothers.de <http://bitcoinbrothers.de/>) provides computing services for Bitcoin Cloud Mining, which customers can rent in any quantity, beginning in Q1 2015. Based on its own ASICs, hardware, and supercomputers, the company also offers blockchain authentication and transaction services for Bitcoin priority processing - and other applications, such as for the Internet-of-Things.
Established in 2013 and based in Berlin, Germany, Bitcoin Brothers services a global customer base consisting of financial institutions, payment processors, merchants and retailers, as well as a multitude of B2B and B2C cloud mining customers.
Contact:Thomas J Ackermann, CTO and Public RelationsPress: +49-30-5557-9434tjack@BitcoinBrothers.de <mailto:tjack@BitcoinBrothers.de>
Arbor Solution Adds Fully Rugged 8 inch IoT Handheld Unit to Gladius Line
Designed for Highly Mobile Applications, Such as Warehousing, Transportation, Mobile Point of Sale and Medical With Multiple Connectivities
SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 31, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Arbor Solution announces the introduction of the latest model to its growing line of handheld fully rugged digital devices: the Gladius 8. This IoT (Internet of Things) tablet features a Quad-core Cortex(TM)A7 processor, a large 7.85" color TFT LCD display with a multi-touch projected-capacitive touchscreen, and multiple connectivity options for today's highly mobile world. The unit is ideally suited for such applications as warehousing, transportation, medical, and mobile point of sale (mPOS), and will be announced at Pack Expo, November 2-5, Chicago, IL.
"Our fully rugged digital devices are allowing workers greater and easier access to computer functionality further and further from an office setting," commented Brian Yurkiw, Arbor Solution vice president. "Ruggedly built and featuring many of today's most-asked-for features, our new Gladius 8 handheld unit can be safely and confidently used virtually anywhere, indoors or out. Its IoT capability positions it for use in a multitude of applications."
Plenty of Performance
The new Arbor Solution Gladius 8 provides plenty of performance as it incorporates a power-efficient MediaTek MT8382 Quad-core Cortex(TM) A7 CPU and a PowerVR(TM) Series5XT GPU, a series of highly efficient graphics acceleration IP cores that meet the multimedia requirements of the next generation of computing applications.
Staying Connected
A key feature of any mobile device is its ability to keep workers connected to each other and to other locations. The Gladius 8 does just that with features such as:
-- Integrated WWAN, WLAN and Bluetooth connections that aid the sharing of
information while keeping workers in touch
-- An HDMI port as well as two SIM sockets extends its versatility
Exceptional Features
The Gladius 8 fully rugged handheld device has a large, easy-to-view 7.85" TFT color LCD with 1024 x 768 resolution and uses exceptionally thin Corning® Gorilla® Glass. The display is anti-reflective to fit any application either outdoors (rain or shine) or inside and enables more sensitivity and accurate touch response.
Additional features include:
-- Fully rugged, durable, sealed and highly temperature tolerant:
MIL-STD-810G, four-foot drop resistance, raised bezel for LCD impact
protection, IP-65 certifications with I/O port hinged rubber covers,
and a wide operating temperature of -20 ~ 60?C (-4 ~ 140?F).
-- Android v4.4 operating system
-- In-field replaceable Lithium-Ion battery with up to 10 hours of typical
battery life, or 8 hours continuous video playback; wirelessly
rechargeable with Arbor Solution wireless cradles
-- System access control via RFID/NFC reader
-- Integrated 1D barcode reader with physical trigger button is standard,
or a 1D/2D barcode imager is optional
-- 1GB of standard memory
-- 8GB storage, expandable with USB and SD ports
Other features include: 2MP front camera and 8MP auto focus rear camera with LED; built-in microphone and speaker; accelerometer (G sensor), 3-axis digital gyroscope, barometer, and ambient light sensor; and GPS, AGPS, and digital compass for navigation.
The Gladius 8 will be demonstrated at Pack Expo in booth #11005.
Availability and Pricing
The Arbor Solution Gladius 8 is available from authorized resellers throughout the U.S. and Canada. It has an MSRP starting at $1067. It may be customized to user's preferences.
For more information about the Arbor Solution Gladius 8 fully rugged handheld device, click here.
Customize to User Needs
For customers with unique hardware and software requirements, Arbor Solution's team of U.S. and Taiwan-based engineers have extensive experience customizing product to meet specific customer needs.
About Arbor Solution, Inc. North America
Arbor Solution, Inc. North America provides embedded systems and rugged tablets to a variety of markets. Its expertise as an Industrial PC (IPC) provider makes it uniquely positioned to provide reliable solutions through a customer-first approach. Its products are known for their high productivity, convenience, efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and dependability. The company is at the forefront of the technology required to conduct business in challenging applications, encompassing operating environments to product size and the coding needed for specialized applications. Arbor Solution North America offices are located in the US in San Jose, CA; Florence, MA; and Flower Mound, TX; and in Canada in Ottawa, Ontario. The company is part of Taiwan-based Arbor Technology Corporation.
For more information, visit us.arborsolution.com or e-mail us at sales@arborsolution.com
Philips Lifeline GoSafe mobile technology keeps seniors connected to emergency care on-the-go
ANDOVER, Mass., Oct. 31, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA) today announced the availability of Philips Lifeline GoSafe, its mobile medical alert service that is part of Philips' suite of digital solutions that connect care across the health continuum. Today's seniors are active with almost 90 percent indicating they leave home by themselves more than three times a week*. GoSafe was designed to help provide peace of mind to seniors at home or on the go.
Featuring the power of up to six location technologies, GoSafe gives seniors the assurance to get up and go while being protected by the 24/7, U.S.- based emergency call response center which protects more seniors than any other medical alert service. Philips is the only mobile personal emergency response system (mPERS) to utilize this "hybrid" locating approach, which allows response center associates to locate seniors in need of assistance even in areas where GPS may not be available, such as indoors or in a parking garage.
"The tools and technology Philips Lifeline has developed enable people to have greater independence while managing their own health care," said Kimberly O'Loughlin, General Manager for Philips Lifeline. "Our connected solutions offer customers mobile protection so that they may feel confident while staying active and being the places where they want and need to be -- from walking the dog and exercising, to fishing, taking a trip to the mall or visiting family and friends."
GoSafe's built-in AutoAlert fall detection technology can automatically call for help if it detects a fall, providing protection even if the senior is unable to call on their own. Whether the wearer experiences a fall, a health emergency, or even a minor assistance need such as being locked outside of their house, GoSafe enables help to arrive quickly when and where it is needed.
"We have known for 20 years that falls are common, expensive and that many falls are preventable," said Dorothy Baker, Ph.D., Yale University School of Medicine. "However fall-related injuries continue to disrupt the lives of too many older adults, some of whom are homebound or others who are out-and-about. Should a fall occur, the sooner the person can get up or get help, the better the outcome. If a person can't get up, it is important to have a plan that one can count on to call for help at any time, day or night, wherever a fall should occur."
The GoSafe system utilizes an in-home communicator to optimize in-home performance, and the GoSafe pendant can be charged while worn, providing continuous protection for the wearer. GoSafe's advanced technology is delivered in an intuitive, user-friendly design that was recognized in 2014 with an iF Gold Product Award and Red Dot Product Design Award.
Joining Lifeline with AutoAlert and the Philips Lifeline response app, GoSafe is the latest in Philips Lifeline's suite of solutions designed to empower seniors to age safely and independently while providing their families with peace of mind. GoSafe is currently available in the U.S. through http://www.lifelinesys.com.
Philips Lifeline is celebrating 40 years of delivering meaningful innovations for supporting senior safety, health and connectedness. The company is the nation's first medical alert service and has served more than 7 million people since its inception. For more information on Philips Lifeline, please visit http://www.lifelinesys.com and join the conversation on Facebook.
To learn how Philips is making the world healthier through innovation and demonstrating its commitment to connecting care from hospital to home with digital solutions and services that span the health continuum, visit http://www.philips.com/healthcare.
For further information, please contact:
Alicia Cafardi
Philips Healthcare
Tel: +1 724-387-4439
E-mail: alicia.cafardi@philips.com
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 115,000 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.
* According to a 2011 study conducted by Philips and SKIM
Coverage outside the home provided where AT&T wireless network coverage is available. Not all falls may be detected. Users should always press their button if able.
The SoGo Mini Speaker Is The World's First Customizable Portable Speaker With Built-in RGB Lights and Bone Conductive Technology
WATERBURY, Conn., Oct. 31, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- There are few fundamental features that defines a portable speaker. Designer Richard White, President of NimbX Technology takes utmost care so that the SoGo Mini not only has those features, but also has those features in enhanced form; like a 20-plus hour battery, Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity, speakerphone functionality, RGB lighting, mini subwoofer, customizable case and app feature, and capability to pair multiple SoGo Mini speakers at once.
Along with those fundamental qualities, Richard inculcates this mini speaker with some exceptional features built inside on the circuit board, and ability to completely customize your speaker to match your room, outfit, or man cave. These are not available on any other portable speaker in the world. The SoGo Mini can be also used as a speakerphone when it is being used in conjunction with the Android/IOS, MAC/PC app.
Generally, the performances of small speakers tend to lack in bass and treble frequency range. In order to overcome this limitation, NimbX Technology has made sure to take every step from engineering the shape and design, to the customized app, to the highly engineered circuitry, to get the BEST of equal bass and treble ratio. This attention to detail puts the SoGo Mini above and beyond small and large size speakers.
The SoGo Mini is now on Kickstarter and there is a limited time left to get its Kickstarter goal met. It is the only Bluetooth speaker on the planet that is customizable and lightweight with a unique shape. It can be put into the pocket, hung on a wall, or be placed on your table or countertop, and turn those into a bigger speaker using Bone Conductive technology. Feel the beat and turn yourself on today. Get one before they are all gone. Visit the Kickstarter Campaign Link here.
Richard White, Owner/President,
NimbX Technology
Email
New Development Kit for Spectral Sensing Applications From Ocean Optics
MUMBAI, October 31, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
Important Note: This press release is only meant for the Indian market. Any release
outside India is not authorized.
STS Spectrometer, Raspberry Pi Microcomputer and Flexible Software for Out-of-the-box
Use
Ocean Optics [http://www.oceanoptics.com ] has introduced a new set of spectral
sensing tools for developers and others who want to deploy spectroscopy in new
applications. The STS Developers Kit brings together its powerful STS spectrometer, a
Raspberry Pi microcomputer, customizable software and wireless capabilities in a single
package for integrating spectral sensing quickly and easily. Right out-of-the-box, the kit
can be quickly configured for a variety of scientific, process monitoring and
environmental applications. Uses include developing handheld devices for light metrology
or colour measurement, creating cloud connected measurement clusters, and even mounting on
UAVs for remote monitoring.
The STS Developers Kit takes advantage of the Raspberry Pi's flexibility and
adaptability to enable new uses for spectroscopy. Once connected to a WiFi network, the
spectrometer can be controlled through phone, tablet, or computer web browser. The WiFi
range is up to 150 m, and all data is securely stored to the onboard SD card. While it
comes pre-loaded with this simple interface and is ready to use out-of-the-box, the
development platform makes it fast and easy to customize the kit to specific projects.
The web scripting API enables quick development of custom scripts and applications,
allowing the STS and Raspberry Pi to perform even more complex tasks. Ocean Optics
SeaBreeze drivers communicate directly to the spectrometer via USB interface. A Daemon
Service software enables more autonomous functionality as well as coordination with other
hardware such as switches or even controlling sampling accessories.
The core of the kit is Ocean Optics' STS microspectrometer. At less than 42 mm square
and 24 mm high, the STS delivers maximum power in a small footprint. Its optical design
and advanced CMOS detector elevate the STS to performance levels comparable to larger and
more expensive spectrometers. Excellent linearity, high dynamic range, and wavelength
accuracy ensure reproducible and repeatable results. In addition, high thermal stability
performance and low baseline drift ensure that data stays accurate, even under changing
environmental conditions. The STS Developers Kit offers the choice of three STS models:
STS-UV (190-650 nm), STS-Vis (350-800 nm) and STS-NIR (650-1100 nm).
To learn more, visit http://www.OceanOptics.com [http://www.oceanoptics.com ], or contact an
Ocean Optics Applications Scientist at +31 26 319 0500 or info@oceanoptics.eu. For
Enquiries Contact Daniëlle Ravenshorst at Tel: +31 (0)26 319 05 00
About Ocean Optics:
Headquartered in Dunedin, Fla., Ocean Optics (a Halma company) is a leading supplier
of solutions for optical sensing - fundamental methods of measuring and interpreting the
interaction of light with matter. With locations in the Americas, Europe and Asia, the
company has sold more than 200,000 spectrometers worldwide since 1992. Ocean Optics'
extensive line of complementary technologies includes chemical sensors, analytical
instrumentation, optical fibers, metrology products and optics. The company is a
subsidiary of Halma plc, an international market leader in safety, health and sensor
technology.
Halma, the leading safety, health and environmental technology group is a public
company listed on the London Stock Exchange and has over 5000 employees in nearly 50
subsidiaries worldwide. Halma's subsidiaries make products that protect lives and improve
the quality of life for people through innovation in market leading products which make
its customers safer, more competitive and more profitable. These subsidiaries are
assisting India's economy in areas such as energy, manufacturing, healthcare, water and
waste treatment, construction and transport. Halma has a hub office in Mumbai.
For further news about Halma in India and to subscribe to the Halma India RSS News
Feed please visit our blog [http://halmapr.com/news/india ]
Media Contact: Sunil Balan, sunil.balan@halma.com, +91-7738161211, Marketing Manager,
Halma India
Siemens LOGO! 8 Logic Controllers, Now in Stock at RS Components, Add Ethernet and More for Best-in-class Capabilities
HONG KONG, Oct. 31, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- RS Components <http://hkcn.rs-online.com/> (RS), the trading brand of Electrocomponents plc <http://www.electrocomponents.com/> (LSE:ECM), the global distributor for engineers, has added further fresh choices to its industrial control portfolio by introducing Siemens LOGO! 8 nano-PLCs, the latest generation of the popular intelligent logic modules for small-scale automation projects.
<http://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20141029/8521405767> Key improvements in the new LOGO! 8 include a larger display, full communication options via Ethernet, a built-in web server, and extra outputs on digital and analogue modules. The new 6-line display has 16 characters per line, which allows twice as many characters per message permitting more detailed text notifications.
The Ethernet interface and web server are exceptional features in this device class. The Ethernet interface extends communication capabilities while also simplifying installation by eliminating the need for additional programming cables or LOGO! TDE text-display cables.
The web server allows remote monitoring and control of the logic module via the Internet. Creating web pages requires no special programming skills: basic LOGO! or text-display options can be selected with a simple click. The web server is easy to configure using the latest Soft Comfort V8 software, with no HTML programming required, and users can freely select their preferred display options.
In addition, two new add-on modules are available. The CSM module allows expansion of the Ethernet interface for setting up small local Ethernet networks, while the CMR2020 cellular module allows sending system-status alerts by text as well as GPS tracking for asset monitoring.
The new Soft Comfort V8 software builds on the user-friendly program creation, project simulation, and documentation capabilities popular with LOGO! users, and adds new features including simple operation in network mode, automatic configuration of communication with a display in the network view, and the ability to open as many as three programs at once. In addition, users can easily drag and drop to transfer a signal from one program to another. Soft Comfort V8 also aids smooth and easy migration of programs from previous versions.
The LOGO! 8 range is now in stock worldwide at RS Components, and comprises eight basic units, seven digital modules and three analogue modules. The units have the same 72mm width as the LOGO! 6 family, which enables space-efficient installation, and external connections are compatible with previous versions to allow easy upgrading.
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 Chun Public Relations Manager - Asia Pacific Email: soochun.tan@rs-components.com <mailto:soochun.tan@rs-components.com> Â Telephone: +65-6391-5745
Edelman Public Relations (Singapore) Yvette Yeo Manager Email: yvette.yeo@edelman.com <mailto:yvette.yeo@edelman.com> Â Telephone: +65-6347-2355
Exablaze Introduces Ultra Low Latency Switch and Application Platform
MELBOURNE, Australia, Oct. 30, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Exablaze, a leading developer and manufacturer of ultra-low-latency network devices, today announced at the London STAC Summit that the company has introduced the world's fastest network switch and application platform, the ExaLINK Fusion. The newest member of its ExaLINK family of switching devices, the ExaLINK Fusion performs conventional layer 2 switching at approximately 110 nanoseconds latency and layer 1.5 switching at 100 nanoseconds, significantly faster than any existing switching device.
Utilizing a unique modular design, the ExaLINK Fusion preserves the sub-five nanosecond layer 1 switching fabric and related capabilities of its industry leading ExaLINK 50 device, and adds layer 2 switching functionality implemented within a Xilinx Ultrascale FPGA. The layer 1 switching fabric is used as a central connection point for front panel line cards and internal application-specific modules.
The ability to swap out line cards will allow users to mix form factor and signaling standards. The initial release of the device will come with 16 port SFP+ line cards that support Ethernet at rates up to 10Gb, giving a total port density of 48 SFP+ ports. Subsequent line cards will support 25GbE, 40GbE, and faster standards.
Internally the ExaLINK Fusion contains two module bays which are connected to each other and the front panel ports via the layer 1 switching fabric. Exablaze will release a growing family of cards to flexibly populate and configure the Fusion device. The current roadmap includes a range of cards containing FPGAs, processors, high-density memory and signal processing capabilities.
Initial delivery of the ExaLINK Fusion will include a Xilinx Ultrascale FPGA installed in one of the module bays and handling the layer 1.5 and layer 2 switching functionality. This switch will deliver the lowest latency layer 2 switching functionality in the industry, as measured from the front panel ports. Customers will also be able to deploy their own applications to this FPGA, either on the included FPGA module, or on an additional dedicated board in the second module bay.
"As with the ExaNIC X2 and X4 family of network interface cards, the ExaLINK Fusion represents a breakthrough in latency and flexibility," said Greg Robinson, Chairman of Exablaze. "The ExaLINK Fusion is the result of our engineers having listened closely to what our customers have been asking for. The modular design allows users to configure the ExaLINK Fusion to perform a range of key tasks efficiently and with the low latency numbers that customers have come to expect from Exablaze products. Looking further forward, we are also excited about the range of future products and solutions that this new architecture will support, and the relative ease and speed with which we will be able to develop new products."
The ExaLINK Fusion will be available for evaluation in late 2014, with production devices shipping in early 2015.
About Exablaze
Melbourne-based Exablaze designs, develops and manufactures the world's lowest latency network devices, the result of innovative engineering insights and processes. The company's ExaLINK 50 layer one switch, ExaNIC X2 and X4 network interface cards and related FPGA development kits have been increasingly employed by latency-sensitive organizations within a variety of industries including finance, high performance computing, cloud, storage, data centers, telecommunications, energy, defense and academia. The ExaLINK Fusion is the company's newest switch architecture.
Exablaze Contact Details
Exablaze Pty Ltd
Level 5, 443 Little Collins Street
Melbourne, VIC 3000
Australia
+61-3-9111-1773 http://www.exablaze.com
info@exablaze.com
Physicians Practice App Explores New Practice Models
Latest digital issue for tablets highlights exclusive survey results
NORWALK, Conn., Oct. 30, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- UBM Medica US today announced that Physicians Practice, the award-winning practice management resource for physicians and medical office staff, released the latest issue of its free tablet application, available from the App Store. This issue, Exploring New Options, features detailed survey results, highlights the best U.S. states to practice medicine, and offers tips on how to deal with staff squabbles.
The results from the 2014 Great American Physician Survey, sponsored by Kareo, indicate that acceptance of new practice models is growing steadily -- both to meet the needs of physicians and their patients. More than 1,300 physicians were polled and full results are compiled in the issue.
Additionally, our annual Best States to Practice ranking of the most physician-friendly states provides a list of the best locations for your practice. "Every physician will want a unique set of factors when determining where to practice medicine, but they all want a favorable environment to do so," said Keith L. Martin, group editorial director at UBM Medica US. "Our annual rankings, featured in this issue of the app, will help confirm your practice is in the right location, or have you thinking about a move to a more favorable locale."
For nearly 25 years, Physicians Practice has provided practical advice on the business of medicine through a variety of mediums including print, digital, and live events. The Physicians Practice tablet app debuted for the iPad in 2013, and continues to combine practical advice with interactive features such as podcasts, videos, checklists, and featured articles. For more information, visit the App Store.
About UBM Medica US
Addressing today's healthcare information needs, UBM Medica US, delivers strategic, integrated communications solutions and comprehensive reach -- online, in print, via custom programs and live events. Improving the effectiveness of healthcare through information and education, UBM Medica US provides unbiased clinical, practical, and business information for physicians, providers and payers resulting in improved quality of care for patients around the world. Through journals, magazines, online communities, live and digital events, and other valuable resources, UBM Medica US also delivers comprehensive communication solutions for the pharmaceutical and related industries. Online communities include CancerNetwork.com, ConsultantLive.com, DiagnosticImaging.com, RheumatologyNetwork.com, OBGYN.net, PhysiciansPractice.com, PsychiatricTimes.com and SearchMedica.com. UBM Medica US is part of UBM Americas which, through a range of aligned interactive environments, both physical and digital - increases business effectiveness for both customers and audiences through meaningful experiences, knowledge and connections. Headquartered in New York, UBM Americas brings together UBM's healthcare business, UBM Medica US; UBM Tech's technology communities, live events and custom services; UBM Canon's advanced design and manufacturing event, online and print brands; UBM Connect New York's catering, cruise shipping, contact-center management, and fine, specialty and custom chemical communities; and UBM Mexico's concrete, construction and hospitality services shows. For more information, visit http://www.UBMMedicaUS.com.
About UBM plc
UBM plc is a global events-led marketing services and communications company. We help businesses do business, bringing the world's buyers and sellers together at events and online, as well as producing and distributing news and specialist content. Our 5,500 staff in more than 30 countries are organised into expert teams which serve commercial and professional communities, helping them to do business and their markets to work effectively and efficiently.
For more information, go to http://www.ubm.com; follow us on Twitter at @UBM_plc to get the latest UBM corporate news; follow @UBM for news and updates from across the businesses and selected members of UBM's Twitterati.
I-New Provides an Impressive Amount of Mobile Marketing Opportunities by Enabling Micro-Credits
MATTERSBURG, Austria, October 30, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
Mobile technology solution pioneer I-New provided more than half a million marketing
opportunities in only 6 months by enabling micro-credit transactions for Latin American
mobile subscribers.
Creating customer loyalty in marketing is not an easy task at all. Particularly when
it comes to mobile market environments dominated by prepaid users, it is becoming an
ever-tougher one, where subscribers intend to use multiple SIM cards and/or switch
frequently from one operator to the next one in search of a better value deal. So value
for money seems to be a key driver for multiple purchase decisions. Why not turn that
savings impulse into customer loyalty, and even more so, into a powerful selling
proposition for brands active in the mobile business or companies who intend to be? This
is where a mobile technology solution provider comes into play - surprisingly and
substantially at the same time. I-New Unified Mobile Solutions provides all the pioneering
technology with an award-winning compact platform which offers adaptability, flexibility,
extendibility and cost-efficiency in one compact box. Therein included is the SOS credit
feature, which simply enables a mobile subscriber to make calls, send SMS or download data
even when their prepaid SIM-credit has already been depleted. This feature therefore
enables helping a customer in a critically perceived situation and ensures helpful
continuity in getting their things done. Imagine a situation where an MVNO meets those
critical situations in the naturally mobile environment of today's modern customers in a
positive way: it really pays in customer proximity and loyalty, in brand experience and
trust, the most important values modern marketing professionals are continuously looking
for and which are mandatory in getting their job done right.
This is the case in Latin America, where I-New holds a No.1 market position and
services a number of industry-leading clients. According to recent market experience, the
SOS credit feature is selected and offered by 82% of I-New's handled Latin America
clients. Only a negligible rate of below 1% on average choose to repay via revolving
credit, but the majority of subscribers show up as reliable debitors by using the
convenient automatic monthly top-up functionality to pay their micro-credit back in total,
a process which is enabled automatically by I-New's integrated eligibility check feature
to minimize debit risks for their MVNO customers. In this particular Latin America use
case, we are talking about more than half a million transactions made through SOS credit
feature, over 500,000 times the opportunity to serve mobile customers perfectly by meeting
their immediate contexts in their moments of individual needs. Imagine the negative impact
on customers' trust and relationship quality if companies do not act in this naturally
mobile way. Another important marketing insight has been gained by I-New's data
exploration. It shows clearly that the vast majority of subscribers prefer to use
integrated online-self-care applications, such as mobile apps, Web-self-care or
USSD-Codes, instead of calling/mailing the Customer Service Desk to get SOS credit. This
is another proof that providing services with proximity to customers has a lot to do with
real life insights in today's natural mobile world.
I-New Unified Mobile Solutions AG
Am Anger 1, 7210 Mattersburg, AUSTRIA
Tel.: +43-2626-20720
Herbert Reinisch
VP Marketing & Corporate Communications
herbert.reinisch@i-new.com
-- Barracuda Message Archiver and Barracuda Spam Firewall are now available
in the Azure Marketplace, extending comprehensive email management
capabilities for Microsoft Azure customers.
-- The Barracuda Message Archiver and Barracuda Spam Firewall enable
customers to seamlessly manage their email environments, giving them
greater control of their cloud-based email infrastructure.
-- Barracuda Message Archiver for Azure helps customers maintain email
compliance and control as they migrate to a cloud-based data center.
-- Barracuda Spam Firewall for Azure provides administrators policy
control, data leak prevention and advanced threat protection for their
cloud-based email.
According to Radicati Group, Microsoft Office 365 is expected to represent 43 percent of business mailboxes by 2018. As part of the Microsoft Azure Certified program, the Barracuda Spam Firewall and Barracuda Message Archiver are now available in the Azure Marketplace. With advanced functionality to provide granular email management, real-time threat protection, and extended email availability, these solutions offer comprehensive email management, archiving, and security for organizations migrating to cloud-based email such as Microsoft Office 365.
"We continue to see opportunity with Microsoft Azure to deliver security, performance and value to our customers," said Michael Hughes, SVP Worldwide Sales, Barracuda. "By expanding our Azure portfolio to include the Barracuda Message Archiver and Barracuda Spam Firewall, we're enabling customers to seamlessly manage their email environments and giving them greater control of their cloud-based email infrastructure."
Barracuda Message Archiver for Azure
Barracuda Message Archiver enhances user productivity and reduces cost and risk by simplifying user access, email management, and eDiscovery and compliance. Barracuda Message Archiver in Azure provides an easy and secure way to archive mail from cloud-based email services like Office 365, and gives organizations a secure conduit from their cloud email provider to an archive running in the Microsoft Azure cloud. The Barracuda Message Archiver offers customizable email retention rules and allows organizations to designate auditors to apply litigation holds on specific information.
Barracuda Spam Firewall for Azure
Barracuda Spam Firewall provides comprehensive email security, including advanced spam and virus blocking, data protection, DoS prevention, email continuity, encryption, and policy management - at one affordable price. In addition to general email management capabilities, the Barracuda Spam Firewall in Azure affords administrators the ability to customize email encryption policies, configure data leak prevention rules, and customize different delivery actions for various categories of mail from bulk email senders.
The Microsoft Azure Certified designation assures customers that the Barracuda solutions have been tested for readiness and compatibility with Microsoft Azure public cloud, Microsoft Cloud Platform hosted by service providers through the Cloud OS Network, and on-premises private cloud Windows Server Hyper-V deployments. Barracuda will demonstrate its Microsoft Azure Certified solutions in Stand 80 and Stand 96 at TechEd Europe 2014 this week in Barcelona.
About Barracuda Networks, Inc. (NYSE: CUDA)
Barracuda (NYSE: CUDA) provides cloud-connected security and storage solutions that simplify IT. These powerful, easy-to-use and affordable solutions are trusted by more than 150,000 organizations worldwide and are delivered in appliance, virtual appliance, cloud and hybrid deployments. Barracuda's customer-centric business model focuses on delivering high-value, subscription-based IT solutions that provide end-to-end network and data security. For additional information, please visit barracuda.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements, including statements regarding the functionality and benefits of the Barracuda Message Archiver and the Barracuda Spam Firewall and compatibility with Microsoft Azure. You should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements because they involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that are, in some cases, beyond the Company's control and that could cause the Company's results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Factors that could materially affect the Company's business and financial are set forth in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company expressly disclaims any intent or obligation to update the forward-looking information to reflect events that occur or circumstances that exist after the date of this press release.
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