MyDigipack Launches the First Cloud-Based App to Enable Samsung Smart TVs to Stream Photos and Videos from Any Device
Latest step in TriPlay's mission to keep users connected to their content wherever they are, using any device and platform.
NEW YORK, Sept. 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- TriPlay, Inc., the U.S./Israeli technology company dedicated to delivering the world's most connected personal cloud experience, today announced the launch of MyDigipack on the Samsung Smart TV. A patented technology, MyDigipack is the only cloud-based app that enables users to view all their photos and videos on a Samsung Smart TV - the world's best-selling smart TV - from all their devices.
Starting today, users can download MyDigipack from the SamsungSmart Hub to view photos and videos on their Smart TV. Current MyDigipack users can simply log in to view their content, and new users can create a free account on their desktop or mobile device to automatically import and view their photos and videos.
"TVs are the biggest and best screens for sharing photos and videos with our friends and families. However, there is a shortage of Smart TV apps that make this process as simple and painless as it could be," said CEO Tamir Koch. "With the launch of MyDigipack on the Samsung Smart TV, we've simplified the way users view and share their photos by eliminating complicated setups and ensuring compatibility with any device, platform or file format."
MyDigipack offers all free users unlimited photo and video storage, viewing, editing and sharing on up to 5 devices. For an annual fee of $49.99, users can connect up to 10 devices, view unlimited items and upload larger videos to MyDigipack. The mobile app features automatic importing and syncing, and Android users can also edit content, filter content by device and share photos, videos and albums on any social media in one click. For more details about MyDigipack's features and pricing plans, please visit http://www.mydigipack.com.
Key features of MyDigipack's Smart TV app include:
-- Timeline, Album and Full screen view
-- Slideshow mode
-- Syncing across all devices and platforms
-- Support for all file formats, screen resolutions, networks, geographies
and operating systems (Android, iOS, Windows Phone, BlackBerry)
Today's news closely follows the launch of TriPlay's MyMusicCloud app on Samsung Gear S smartwatches.
TriPlay's personal cloud services are available on more than 750 devices in 187 countries, with partners including Samsung, Toshiba, Nokia, BlackBerry and Asus. For more information, visit http://www.triplay.com.
Longtime BlueSnap client upgrades online shopping experience with latest hosted checkout pages and APIs
WALTHAM, Mass., Sept. 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Global payment gateway BlueSnap announced today that PreSonus, a leading designer and manufacturer of audio-recording and live-sound technology, has launched a new online store using BlueSnap's latest hosted checkout pages and APIs. The new checkout page will allow PreSonus to sell in 29 languages, 60 currencies and 180 countries with 110 payment options.
PreSonus was founded in 1995 to provide musicians with studio-quality recording equipment at a reasonable price. With a team composed of respected musicians and sound engineers, PreSonus has developed some of the world's most innovative and reliable audio technology from its headquarters in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Global demand for the company's products motivated PreSonus to expand its partnership with BlueSnap. Today, PreSonus upgraded its BlueSnap checkout pages to achieve higher sales conversions, expand global reach and consolidate multiple online stores that were gained through recent acquisitions.
"PreSonus is always trying to improve the experience we give our customers, be it with hardware products, software, or our online assets. BlueSnap's latest technology is allowing us to do that with a great set of solutions that we are excited to use," said Jim Boitnott EVP, Product Services at PreSonus.
PreSonus created a new and improved online store using BlueSnap's BuyNow hosted checkout templates. The new pages detect shoppers' locations and automatically provide local language, currency and payment options on any web device. In addition, the checkout pages will help PreSonus protect payment card information while minimizing the costs and headaches of maintaining PCI compliance.
"We take pride in helping clients like PreSonus revamp their global checkout experience with our latest technology," said Ralph Dangelmaier, CEO of BlueSnap. "We are constantly seeking more ways to extend the global reach of our merchants and help them increase conversions. It's especially rewarding to share these improvements with a longstanding client."
About PreSonus
Founded in 1995, PreSonus® Audio Electronics, Inc., is a leading designer and manufacturer of audio-recording and live-sound software, hardware, and related accessories. PreSonus's software, microphone preamps, signal processors, digital audio interfaces, digital mixers, control surfaces, studio monitors, loudspeakers, and other products are used worldwide for recording, sound reinforcement, broadcast, sound design, and Internet audio.
About BlueSnap
BlueSnap is a smarter international payment gateway powering the checkout process for eCommerce merchants worldwide, and fueling growth for online businesses serving digital, physical and mobile markets. BlueSnap has reinvented and optimized the checkout experience by combining intelligent payment routing, frictionless one-click checkout, cross-border payments, award-winning Smart Subscriptions, multiple integration options and dynamic ecommerce tools. With over 10 years experience serving merchants around the globe and supporting shoppers in 180 countries with localization in 29 languages, 60 currencies and 110 payment types, BlueSnap is fulfilling its promise to convert more shoppers to buyers worldwide. Learn more at http://www.bluesnap.com.
"BlueSnap", its logo, and "Smart Subscriptions" are registered trademarks of BlueSnap, Inc.
SECOND GENERATION MOTO X - AVAILABLE FOR ZERO DOWN AND $100 BILL CREDIT WITH NEW LINE OF SERVICE ON AT&T NEXT
DALLAS, Sept. 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- AT&T(1) today began to take preorders for the second generation Moto X at att.com, AT&T's fastest way to order, and at AT&T retail stores. Shipping for pre-orders will start around Sept. 23. Full retail sales expected to arrive online and at AT&T stores beginning Sept. 26.
Select the Moto X (second generation), on the nation's most reliable 4G LTE network(2) that covers more than 300 million Americans, in Resin Black for:
-- $21.96 per month on AT&T Next 18.(3)
-- $26.35 per month on AT&T Next 12.(3)
-- $99.99 with a two-year agreement.(4)
-- No annual commitment for $526.99.(5 )
Also select the Moto X in Bamboo or Black Leather for:
-- $22.80 per month on AT&T Next 18.(3)
-- $27.35 per month on AT&T Next 12.(3)
-- $119.99 with a two-year agreement.(4)
-- No annual commitment for $546.99.(5)
New customers and existing AT&T customers who activate a new line of service with a smartphone on AT&T Next(SM) are eligible to receive a $100 bill credit.(6)
"AT&T was the first to offer the customized Moto X, the first smartphone designed by you and is proud to bring the next generation Moto X to the nation's most reliable 4G LTE network," said Jeff Bradley, senior vice president - Devices, AT&T. "The new Moto X is a great option for people who want a smartphone that is both stylish and customizable - to fit their unique needs."
The Moto X features a display that spans edge-to-edge and a curved metal-framed design that fits comfortably in your hand. The smartphone even responds to your voice, without you having to touch the screen. Create your own customized voice prompt, ask questions or even post social media statuses. Set and receive notifications customized by you - whether you're at home, work or in the car. Additional features include:
-- Pure Style: With a 5.2-inch brilliant Full HD display, the Moto X
maximizes screen real estate while still fitting comfortably in your
hand.
-- Pure Simplicity: Moto X is committed to simplifying your life by
interacting with you in natural ways. Features like Moto Voice allow you
to do more with just your voice. Use your voice to ask questions,
interact with your favorite apps or even take a selfie. With Moto
Actions you can use simple gestures to interact with your Moto X. Wave
your hand to silence calls or simply hover your hand over your phone and
it will light up to show you what's on display. With Moto Assist, your
Moto X adapts to you. It can recognize whether you're in a car, meeting
or at home and adapts its behavior and the information it gives you
accordingly.
-- Pure Performance: With the latest version of Android OS, a Qualcomm(®)
Snapdragon((TM)) quad-core processor and 2GB of RAM, you can enjoy
amazing speed and get the best experience out of your Moto X.
-- Pure Resolution: Moto X contains 423 pixels per inch and is protected by
Gorilla(®) Glass 3 providing you with a clear picture. With a 13MP main
camera and dual LED ring flash, you can capture memories.
For more information about the Moto X (second generation), visit http://www.att.com/motox or check out the Moto X video.
AT&T is focused on giving our customers a top-notch experience through fast and friendly service. Being recognized as the highest ranked wireless provider for overall purchasing experience by J.D. Power(7), for the third time in a row, shows this commitment to the customer experience is making a difference. AT&T outperformed competitors in the J.D. Power 2014 Volume 2 study and received the "Highest Satisfaction with the Purchase Experience among Full-Service Wireless Providers, Three Times in a Row."
(1)AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.
(2)Reliability based on third party data regarding nationwide carriers' 4G LTE. LTE is a trademark of ETSI. 4G LTE not available everywhere.
(3)Requires 20-mth or 24-mth 0% APR installment agreement and qualifying credit and wireless service. Tax due at sale. If wireless service cancelled, device balance due. Service costs additional. Other charges and restrictions apply. AT&T Next Requirements: http://www.att.com/shop/wireless/next.html#fbid=mkEz9ThvDiO.
(5)Requires activation of new line of qualified wireless service.
(6)Bill Credit Offer ends 9/30/14. Requires activating a new qualified line of service on a new smartphone purchased on AT&T Next. Remain in good standing to receive credit within 3 bills. Other charges & restrictions apply. See a participating store for promotion details.
(7)AT&T received the highest numerical score among full service wireless providers in the proprietary J.D. Power 2013 (Vol. 2) and 2014 (Vol. 1 & 2) Full Service Wireless Purchase Experience Study(SM). 2014 Vol. 2 based on responses from 10,079 consumers measuring 4 full service wireless providers and measures opinions of consumers who purchased a wireless product or service within last 6 months. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of consumers surveyed January-June 2014. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com.
About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T) is a premier communications holding company and one of the most honored companies in the world. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and internationally. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's most reliable 4G LTE network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet, voice and cloud-based services. A leader in mobile Internet, AT&T also offers the best global wireless coverage, based on offering roaming in more countries than any other U.S. based carrier, and offers the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV service with the AT&T U-verse(®) brand. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world.
Fujitsu Unveils the World's Lightest and Fastest Wireless Scanner - Introducing the ScanSnap iX100 Mobile Scanner
Equipped with Built-In Battery and Wi-Fi Connectivity, ScanSnap iX100 Enables Anywhere, Anytime Scanning to Your Computer, Smartphone and Tablet
SUNNYVALE, Calif., Sept. 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Fujitsu, the market leader in document imaging scanners, today introduced the latest addition to its award-winning ScanSnap product lineup, the completely wireless ScanSnap iX100. The new mobile scanner is the world's lightest and fastest ScanSnap with a built-in rechargeable lithium battery for untethered anywhere, anytime scanning. Weighing in at just over 14 ounces, the iX100 scans a color document at nearly 5.2 seconds per page at 300dpi with a simple push of a button. And for the ultimate mobile experience, the ScanSnap iX100 is equipped with both USB and Wi-Fi connectivity options for scanning at home, in the office or on the road.
Equipped with the same revolutionary "GI" image processor technology in the ScanSnap iX500 desktop scanner, the ScanSnap iX100 enables users to quickly transmit searchable PDF or JPEG files such as receipts, business documents, bills, business cards, and plastic ID cards directly to a Windows or Mac computer, as well as iOS, Android(TM) and Kindle Fire mobile devices.
Utilizing the free "ScanSnap Connect" app on a mobile device or tablet, anyone can connect to the scanner through Direct Connect mode by selecting the iX100 as the Wi-Fi network and immediately begin scanning crystal clear images to their device. At home or in the office, users can connect to an existing wireless access point, or simply connect via the iX100 Direct Connect mode if there isn't a traditional Wi-Fi network available. Watch the tutorial videos below to see just how versatile the wireless technology is inside the iX100 to easily save documents to a computer or quickly scan them to a mobile device:
-- At home or in the office: Connect via the Wi-Fi provided by a
traditional in-home or office access point to the computer or to a
mobile device.
-- On the road: Through Direct Connect mode, the scanner acts as the access
point that enables scanning in any location in the absence of a
traditional Wi-Fi network in the environment.
The "ScanSnap Connect" app can be downloaded in the iTunes App Store and Google Play Store, as well as the Amazon App Store for Kindle Fire.
"The ultimate goal with the new ScanSnap iX100 is to meet the needs of our customers at the intersection of mobility and productivity, while providing all of the intuitive document imaging capabilities that our customers have come to expect from the ScanSnap product line," said Scott Francis, senior vice president of marketing, Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc. "From its built-in battery and Wi-Fi connectivity to its receipt and business card scanning capabilities, the ScanSnap iX100 gives customers the most flexible mobile scanning solution for anywhere, anytime scanning to a computer, smartphone or tablet."
Additional ScanSnap iX100 Productivity Features
The ScanSnap iX100 is geared to meet the needs of today's ever-changing on-the-go lifestyle by providing the same easy-to-use one-button scanning solution with advanced imaging technology that customers have come to expect with ScanSnap. These new and innovative features of the iX100 give consumers and business professionals additional intuitive productivity tools:
-- Dual Scan: The ScanSnap iX100 is able to feed more than one small
document at a time so that users can be more efficient and productive
when scanning several business cards or receipts.
-- Automatic Document Stitching: Documents larger than legal size(1), such
as charts and diagrams, can be easily scanned and stitched together.
Simply fold the documents in half, scan both sides, and the iX100 will
automatically stitch it back together, producing a one-page image.
-- Battery Powered: The iX100 includes a built-in rechargeable lithium
battery capable of scanning up to 260 sheets(2) continuously and when
fully charged.
-- Multiple Document Feeding Options: With an adjustable two-way paper
path, the ScanSnap iX100 is able to support a wide range of documents
such as plastic cards, IDs or thick stock straight through. When in
tight or cluttered workspaces, the U-turn path returns scanned documents
upward back to the waiting hand of the operator.
-- Continuous Document Feeding (CDF): Utilizing the scanner's Continuous
Document Feeding (CDF) capability, users are able to scan several pages
very quickly. Simply press the scan button on the first page and then
insert each remaining sheet into the guide to have iX100 automatically
feed them through.
Intelligent Software Features for the Paperless Lifestyle
The ScanSnap iX100 is bundled with software for both Windows and Mac computers.
-- ScanSnap Receipt: Users can enjoy a whole new level of convenience with
ScanSnap Receipt software powered by ABBYY(®), a world leader in
optical character recognition. This robust new software intelligently
and automatically extracts data from receipts, allowing users to manage
them all in one place.
-- CardMinder: For efficiency in business card scanning, CardMinder
automatically extracts the information on business cards into editable
fields that can be exported to Outlook, Excel®, Salesforce and other
contact management software.
-- Intelligent and Convenient Document Processing: Comes loaded with a full
suite of intelligent scanning features such as automatic paper size and
color detection along with automatic de-skew and orientation.
-- Cloud Services Support: Users can scan documents directly to Evernote,
Google Docs, Dropbox, SugarSync, and Salesforce from their computer,
giving them even more flexibility to store, share and access their
paperwork.
-- ScanSnap Manager: Provides users with one-button searchable PDF
creation, access to intelligent features, and custom scan settings
(profiles) for a simple operation with sophisticated results.
-- ScanSnap Organizer: Offers users a convenient way to store, manage and
view PDF and JPEG files as well as perform post-scan editing and
searchable PDF conversion.
-- ABBYY FineReader for ScanSnap: ABBYY FineReader for ScanSnap(TM) allows
users to be productive by quickly transforming their paperwork into
editable Word® and Excel files at the push of a button.
Pricing and Availability
The Fujitsu ScanSnap iX100 is available now for $229 (U.S. list) through Fujitsu authorized resellers and mail order catalogs.
Bundled With Three-Month Evernote Premium License (For a Limited Period)
The ScanSnap iX100 is bundled with a three-month Evernote Premium license while supplies last.
Additional Supporting Resources
For more information about Fujitsu ScanSnap visit:
(2 )The number of sheets that can be scanned continuously when connected to a computer via Wi-Fi with a fully charged battery. The number of sheets may vary due to the system environment used, usage method and repeated charging.
The Fujitsu Service Advantage
The Fujitsu ScanSnap scanner comes standard with a 1-year depot limited warranty. Additionally, the Advance Exchange(TM) service offering, the Fujitsu overnight replacement program, provides the customer a replacement scanner prior to shipment of any malfunctioned scanner back to Fujitsu. For more information about Fujitsu services, contact a Fujitsu distribution partner or service sales at 800-301-9475 or visit http://www.ImagingService.com.
About Fujitsu
Fujitsu is the leading Japanese information and communication technology (ICT) company offering a full range of technology products, solutions and services. Approximately 162,000 Fujitsu people support customers in more than 100 countries. We use our experience and the power of ICT to shape the future of society with our customers. Fujitsu Limited (TSE: 6702) reported consolidated revenues of 4.8 trillion yen (US$46 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2014. For more information, please see http://www.fujitsu.com.
About Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc.
Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc. is an established leader in the Document Imaging industry, delivering innovative scanning solutions and services that enable our customers to solve critical business productivity issues and streamline operations. Fujitsu provides cutting-edge document capture solutions for business and personal environments, backed by a comprehensive portfolio of service and support programs. For more information about Fujitsu Document Imaging solutions and services, visit http://us.fujitsu.com/fcpa or call us at 800-626-4686.
Copyright 2014 Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc. All rights reserved. Fujitsu and the Fujitsu logo are registered trademarks. Statements herein are based on normal operating conditions and are not intended to create any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc. reserves the right to modify, at any time without notice these statements, our services, pricing, products, and their warranty and performance specifications.
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ViVAX: The 007 Laptop Case, With an Italian Twist!
ROME, September 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
ViVAX, the toughest laptop case ever constructed, was released today and is available
to pre-order for EUR144 (US$186) on http://www.vivaxcases.com. The culmination of two
years' design and development, ViVAX is worth the wait.
Dubbed the "James Bond laptop case" by Mashable.com and the UK's Daily Mail, ViVAX is
nearly indestructible. It is CrushProof, ShockProof, WaterProof, SandProof, TempProof and
AcidProof; it can carry a laptop into hostile environments as well as protecting your
laptop from the stresses and strains of daily life. From summiting Everest, to navigating
the Amazon River, or simply on the everyday commute, the ViVAX laptop case destroys the
competition while keeping your information safe.
The company originated from a crowdfunding campaign which started a year ago on
Kickstarter.com for which the ViVAX team has made a video (http://kck.st/13uCbSP)
where you can see the case survive being beaten, crushed and even run over by a car.
Thanks to the campaign, ViVAX collected more than $50,000 in less than 30 days, which is
the record for an Italian project on Kickstarter.
More than two years of thorough research and material science are behind the success
of this project. Mattia Ventura, 22, is the founder of ViVAX. About the materials, he
explains "We have sourced an extraordinary resin in order to guarantee the
'unassailableness' of the shells of our cases from atmospheric agents, extreme
temperatures, corrosives, impacts, and from crushing." The product is made of three highly
innovative materials. The outer shells are made of Nex(TM), a highly resistant resin which
has been used previously only in aeronautical engineering. The gasket is made of a
material originating in Formula 1 and which makes the case completely hermetic. Finally,
probably the most innovative and important material in the construction of the ViVAX case
is Poron(TM) XRD(TM)-an ex-military patent; it is the only material in the world able to
absorb 90% of the kinetic energy generated by an impact. As Ventura explains, "The
material is soft but in case of impact the molecules instantly freeze, forming a sort of
shield, a shell which protects the object fully."
SD Association Expands iSDIO Specification, Adds High-Speed Contactless Data Transfer With TransferJet
SAN RAMON, Calif., Sept. 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- PHOTOKINA -- The SD Association (SDA) <http://www.sdcard.org/>, a global ecosystem of companies setting industry-leading memory card standards, announced an enhanced iSDIO specification offering a SD memory card with TransferJet contactless communications. Products using the specification will be simple to use and feature secure connections for quick peer-to-peer data transfer.
The data recorded on an iSDIO TransferJet memory card can now be wirelessly communicated between TransferJet equipped devices. Typical devices capable of supporting this contactless communication include personal computers, smartphones and printers. The specification also facilitates the contactless data transfer between other iSDIO TransferJet memory cards used in any type of device.
TransferJet technology provides high-speed contactless data transfer capability with the convenience of simply placing devices next to each other. Data is transferred at 560Mb per second with an effective throughput of up to 375Mb per second. TransferJet data transfer speed is more than 1,000 times faster than the typical speed of NFC, allowing large data files like videos to transfer through TransferJet almost instantaneously.
The iSDIO TransferJet specification offers consumers another method of contactless communication. The advanced, intuitive ease of use enabled by TransferJet technology gives consumers high performance file transfers without the complicated configuration procedures common with other wireless systems.
"The SD Association is giving consumers and businesses more convenient choices to move their large movie, photo, music and data collections wirelessly between devices in record time," saidBrian Kumagai, president of the SD Association. "We know that it's difficult for just one technology to do everything, so we continue to expand our renowned data storage capabilities with wireless conveniences whenever possible. We were able to complete the iSDIO specification update quickly thanks to our recently announced collaboration with the TransferJet Consortium."
The SD Association and TransferJet Consortium, the international group developing industrial standards of close proximity and contactless high-speed data transmission technology, began collaborating in March, 2014.
TransferJet is a close proximity, high-speed contactless data transmission technology. It's unique near-field coupling feature enables simple and easy operation while maintaining security, data connection and high performance. SD memory card standards provide massive storage capacities capable of supporting memory-hungry picture and high-definition video files, including 4K and even 8k video, in the world's leading removable memory form factor.
SD memory card standards and TransferJet technology are found in consumers' cameras, printers, laptops, tablets, smartphones and more devices around the world. Industry verticals with massive data demands will directly benefit from transferring data quickly and securely between SD memory cards and other devices with TransferJet technology.
SD specifications are available exclusively to SD Association members.
SD AssociationThe SD Association is a global ecosystem of nearly 1,000 technology companies charged with setting interoperable SD standards. The Association encourages the development of consumer electronic, wireless communication, digital imaging and networking products that utilize market-leading SD technology. The SD standard is the number one choice for consumers and has earned more than 80 percent of the memory card market with its reliable interoperability and its easy-to-use format. Today, smart phones, tablets, Blu-ray players, HDTVs, audio players, automotive multimedia systems, handheld PCs, digital cameras and digital video cameras feature SD interoperability. For more information about SDA or to join, please visit the Association's website,www.sdcard.org <http://www.sdcard.org/>.
SD Logos are trademarks licensed by SD-3C, LLC. TransferJet regular typeface and TransferJet logos are trademarks licensed by TransferJet Consortium.
D-Link Now Shipping its Newest Wi-Fi Smart Plug for Under $40
Smart Plug makes it More Affordable than Ever to Automate and Create On/Off Schedules for Appliances and Devices in the Connected Home
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Sept. 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- D-Link today announced that the Wi-Fi Smart Plug (DSP-W110), the company's newest and most affordable Smart Plug, is now shipping. Providing a simple way to turn devices on and off from anywhere using the free mydlink(TM) Home app for iOS(®) and Android(TM) smartphones or tablets, the newest Wi-Fi Smart Plug brings the convenience and flexibility of mydlink to everyday household electronic devices.
In addition to turning devices on and off with the tap of a smartphone screen, the Wi-Fi Smart Plug also enables users to create power on/off schedules to truly automate a range of devices in the home. Particularly useful for travelers, this feature can be used to create a lighting schedule to make an empty home look occupied while the family is out of town.
"The Wi-Fi Smart Plug is an incredible way to introduce yourself to the benefits of an automated home," said Daniel Kelley, vice president of marketing, D-Link Systems, Inc. "Whether it's brightening up the house before you get home, creating a lighting schedule for while you're away, or remotely powering off a device you accidentally left on, the Wi-Fi Smart Plug makes your home brighter, smarter and more in tune with you."
The new D-Link Wi-Fi Smart Plug features a simple one-button installation - users press the WPS button on their existing router and on the Smart Plug, and then download the mydlink Home mobile app to start setup.
More about the Wi-Fi Smart Plug (DSP-W110):
The mydlink Wi-Fi Smart Plug delivers a range of easy-to-use features, including:
-- Power Scheduling - easily create on/off schedules for home appliances,
lights and other electronic devices powered through the Wi-Fi Smart
Plug.
-- Local and Remote control - use the free and intuitive mydlink Home
mobile app to instantly turn devices on or off from an iOS or Android
smartphone or tablet.
-- Wi-Fi Connectivity - requires no additional hub or device, works with
any Wi-Fi network.
-- Simple Setup - Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button offers quick and easy
setup to connect to any router supporting the WPS standard.
Availability and Pricing
The D-Link Wi-Fi Smart Plug (DSP-W110) is now available in the United States for $39.99 on Amazon.com and dlinkshop.com. More information is available online at http://www.dlink.com/dsp-w110.
About D-Link
D-Link is the global leader in connectivity for home, small business, mid- to large-sized enterprise environments, and service providers. An award-winning designer, developer, and manufacturer, D-Link implements and supports unified network solutions that integrate capabilities in switching, wireless, broadband, storage, IP Surveillance, and cloud-based network management. For more information visit http://www.dlink.com, or connect with D-Link on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/dlink) and Twitter (http://www.twitter.com/dlink) or D-Link's blog (http://blog.dlink.com/).
SD Association Expands iSDIO Specification, Adds High-Speed Contactless Data Transfer With TransferJet
New iSDIO memory cards to feature fast contactless transfers between equipped devices
SAN RAMON, Calif., Sept. 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- PHOTOKINA -- The SD Association (SDA), a global ecosystem of companies setting industry-leading memory card standards, announced an enhanced iSDIO specification offering a SD memory card with TransferJet contactless communications. Products using the specification will be simple to use and feature secure connections for quick peer-to-peer data transfer.
The data recorded on an iSDIO TransferJet memory card can now be wirelessly communicated between TransferJet equipped devices. Typical devices capable of supporting this contactless communication include personal computers, smartphones and printers. The specification also facilitates the contactless data transfer between other iSDIO TransferJet memory cards used in any type of device.
TransferJet technology provides high-speed contactless data transfer capability with the convenience of simply placing devices next to each other. Data is transferred at 560Mb per second with an effective throughput of up to 375Mb per second. TransferJet data transfer speed is more than 1,000 times faster than the typical speed of NFC, allowing large data files like videos to transfer through TransferJet almost instantaneously.
The iSDIO TransferJet specification offers consumers another method of contactless communication. The advanced, intuitive ease of use enabled by TransferJet technology gives consumers high performance file transfers without the complicated configuration procedures common with other wireless systems.
"The SD Association is giving consumers and businesses more convenient choices to move their large movie, photo, music and data collections wirelessly between devices in record time," said Brian Kumagai, president of the SD Association. "We know that it's difficult for just one technology to do everything, so we continue to expand our renowned data storage capabilities with wireless conveniences whenever possible. We were able to complete the iSDIO specification update quickly thanks to our recently announced collaboration with the TransferJet Consortium."
The SD Association and TransferJet Consortium, the international group developing industrial standards of close proximity and contactless high-speed data transmission technology, began collaborating in March, 2014.
TransferJet is a close proximity, high-speed contactless data transmission technology. It's unique near-field coupling feature enables simple and easy operation while maintaining security, data connection and high performance. SD memory card standards provide massive storage capacities capable of supporting memory-hungry picture and high-definition video files, including 4K and even 8k video, in the world's leading removable memory form factor.
SD memory card standards and TransferJet technology are found in consumers' cameras, printers, laptops, tablets, smartphones and more devices around the world. Industry verticals with massive data demands will directly benefit from transferring data quickly and securely between SD memory cards and other devices with TransferJet technology.
SD specifications are available exclusively to SD Association members.
SD Association
The SD Association is a global ecosystem of nearly 1,000 technology companies charged with setting interoperable SD standards. The Association encourages the development of consumer electronic, wireless communication, digital imaging and networking products that utilize market-leading SD technology. The SD standard is the number one choice for consumers and has earned more than 80 percent of the memory card market with its reliable interoperability and its easy-to-use format. Today, smart phones, tablets, Blu-ray players, HDTVs, audio players, automotive multimedia systems, handheld PCs, digital cameras and digital video cameras feature SD interoperability. For more information about SDA or to join, please visit the Association's website, http://www.sdcard.org.
SD Logos are trademarks licensed by SD-3C, LLC.
TransferJet regular typeface and TransferJet logos are trademarks licensed by TransferJet Consortium.
RS Components Now Stocking Newly Branded 'Industrial by Duracell' Alkaline Battery Range for Professional Trade Customers
WELLINGTON, New Zealand, Sept. 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- RS Components <http://nz.rs-online.com/> (RS), the trading brand of Electrocomponents plc <http://www.electrocomponents.com/> (LSE:ECM), the global distributor for engineers, is stocking the newly named and new-look 'Industrial by Duracell' high-performance battery range. Formerly marketed under the Procell name, the market-leading range of Duracell industrial alkaline batteries now builds on the company's well-known brand name while emphasising its target use within the professional trade.
Designed specifically to meet the specialist needs of professional and industrial applications, the batteries have been manufactured to meet IEC 60086 and ISO 9000 standards and are designed to deliver high performance in high-power-drain devices. In addition, Duracell is making efficiency and capacity improvements to ensure continued competitiveness and delivery.
The 'Industrial by Duracell' batteries are reliable and flexible and provide power solutions for a wide range of applications, and even after seven years of storage. The batteries operate at temperatures from -20degree Celsius up to +54 degree Celsius.
The 'Industrial by Duracell' batteries, available in the standard AA, AAA, C, D (1.5V) and PP3 (9V) sizes, are now in stock and available from RS Components globally.
About RS Components
RS Components and Allied Electronics are the trading brands of Electrocomponents plc, the global distributor for engineers. With operations in 32 countries, we offer around 500,000 products through the internet, catalogues and at trade counters to over one million customers, shipping more than 44,000 parcels a day. Our products, sourced from 2,500 leading suppliers, include semiconductors, interconnect, passives and electromechanical, automation and control, electrical, test and measurement, tools and consumables.
Electrocomponents is listed on the London Stock Exchange and in the last financial year ended31 March 2014 had revenues of GBP1.27bn.
RS Components Tan Soo ChunPublic Relations Manager - Asia PacificEmail: soochun.tan@rs-components.com <mailto:soochun.tan@rs-components.com> Telephone: +65-6391-5745
Edelman Public Relations (Singapore)Yvette YeoManagerEmail: yvette.yeo@edelman.com <mailto:yvette.yeo@edelman.com>Telephone: +65-6347-2355
RS Components Now Stocking Newly Branded 'Industrial by Duracell' Alkaline Battery Range for Professional Trade Customers
SYDNEY, Sept. 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- RS Components <http://au.rs-online.com/> (RS), the trading brand ofElectrocomponents plc <http://www.electrocomponents.com/> (LSE:ECM), the global distributor for engineers, is stocking the newly named and new-look 'Industrial by Duracell' high-performance battery range. Formerly marketed under the Procell name, the market-leading range of Duracell industrial alkaline batteries now builds on the company's well-known brand name while emphasising its target use within the professional trade.
Designed specifically to meet the specialist needs of professional and industrial applications, the batteries have been manufactured to meet IEC 60086 and ISO 9000 standards and are designed to deliver high performance in high-power-drain devices. In addition, Duracell is making efficiency and capacity improvements to ensure continued competitiveness and delivery.
The 'Industrial by Duracell' batteries are reliable and flexible and provide power solutions for a wide range of applications, and even after seven years of storage. The batteries operate at temperatures from -20degree Celsius up to +54 degree Celsius.
The 'Industrial by Duracell' batteries, available in the standard AA, AAA, C, D (1.5V) and PP3 (9V) sizes, are now in stock and available from RS Components globally.
About RS Components
RS Components and Allied Electronics are the trading brands of Electrocomponents plc, the global distributor for engineers. With operations in 32 countries, we offer around 500,000 products through the internet, catalogues and at trade counters to over one million customers, shipping more than 44,000 parcels a day. Our products, sourced from 2,500 leading suppliers, include semiconductors, interconnect, passives and electromechanical, automation and control, electrical, test and measurement, tools and consumables.
Electrocomponents is listed on the London Stock Exchange and in the last financial year ended31 March 2014 had revenues of GBP1.27bn.
RS Components Tan Soo ChunPublic Relations Manager - Asia PacificEmail: soochun.tan@rs-components.com <mailto:soochun.tan@rs-components.com> Telephone: +65-6391-5745
Edelman Public Relations (Singapore)Yvette YeoManagerEmail: yvette.yeo@edelman.com <mailto:yvette.yeo@edelman.com>Telephone: +65-6347-2355
RS Components Now Stocking Newly Branded 'Industrial by Duracell' Alkaline Battery Range for Professional Trade Customers
JAKARTA, Indonesia, Sept. 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- RS Components <http://sg.rs-online.com/> (RS), the trading brand of Electrocomponents plc <http://www.electrocomponents.com/> (LSE:ECM), the global distributor for engineers, is stocking the newly named and new-look 'Industrial by Duracell' high-performance battery range. Formerly marketed under the Procell name, the market-leading range of Duracell industrial alkaline batteries now builds on the company's well-known brand name while emphasising its target use within the professional trade.
Designed specifically to meet the specialist needs of professional and industrial applications, the batteries have been manufactured to meet IEC 60086 and ISO 9000 standards and are designed to deliver high performance in high-power-drain devices. In addition, Duracell is making efficiency and capacity improvements to ensure continued competitiveness and delivery.
The 'Industrial by Duracell' batteries are reliable and flexible and provide power solutions for a wide range of applications, and even after seven years of storage. The batteries operate at temperatures from -20degree Celsius up to +54 degree Celsius.
The 'Industrial by Duracell' batteries, available in the standard AA, AAA, C, D (1.5V) and PP3 (9V) sizes, are now in stock and available from RS Components globally.
About RS Components
RS Components and Allied Electronics are the trading brands of Electrocomponents plc, the global distributor for engineers. With operations in 32 countries, we offer around 500,000 products through the internet, catalogues and at trade counters to over one million customers, shipping more than 44,000 parcels a day. Our products, sourced from 2,500 leading suppliers, include semiconductors, interconnect, passives and electromechanical, automation and control, electrical, test and measurement, tools and consumables.
Electrocomponents is listed on the London Stock Exchange and in the last financial year ended31 March 2014 had revenues of GBP1.27bn.
RS Components Tan Soo ChunPublic Relations Manager - Asia PacificEmail: soochun.tan@rs-components.com <mailto:soochun.tan@rs-components.com> Telephone: +65-6391-5745
Edelman Public Relations (Singapore)Yvette YeoManagerEmail: yvette.yeo@edelman.com <mailto:yvette.yeo@edelman.com>Telephone: +65-6347-2355
RS Components Now Stocking Newly Branded 'Industrial by Duracell' Alkaline Battery Range for Professional Trade Customers
BANGKOK, Sept. 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- RS Components <http://th.rs-online.com/> (RS), the trading brand ofElectrocomponents plc <http://www.electrocomponents.com/> (LSE:ECM), the global distributor for engineers, is stocking the newly named and new-look 'Industrial by Duracell' high-performance battery range. Formerly marketed under the Procell name, the market-leading range of Duracell industrial alkaline batteries now builds on the company's well-known brand name while emphasising its target use within the professional trade.
Designed specifically to meet the specialist needs of professional and industrial applications, the batteries have been manufactured to meet IEC 60086 and ISO 9000 standards and are designed to deliver high performance in high-power-drain devices. In addition, Duracell is making efficiency and capacity improvements to ensure continued competitiveness and delivery.
The 'Industrial by Duracell' batteries are reliable and flexible and provide power solutions for a wide range of applications, and even after seven years of storage. The batteries operate at temperatures from -20degree Celsius up to +54 degree Celsius.
The 'Industrial by Duracell' batteries, available in the standard AA, AAA, C, D (1.5V) and PP3 (9V) sizes, are now in stock and available from RS Components globally.
About RS Components
RS Components and Allied Electronics are the trading brands of Electrocomponents plc, the global distributor for engineers. With operations in 32 countries, we offer around 500,000 products through the internet, catalogues and at trade counters to over one million customers, shipping more than 44,000 parcels a day. Our products, sourced from 2,500 leading suppliers, include semiconductors, interconnect, passives and electromechanical, automation and control, electrical, test and measurement, tools and consumables.
Electrocomponents is listed on the London Stock Exchange and in the last financial year ended31 March 2014 had revenues of GBP1.27bn.
RS Components Tan Soo ChunPublic Relations Manager - Asia PacificEmail: soochun.tan@rs-components.com <mailto:soochun.tan@rs-components.com> Telephone: +65-6391-5745
Edelman Public Relations (Singapore)Yvette YeoManagerEmail: yvette.yeo@edelman.com <mailto:yvette.yeo@edelman.com>Telephone: +65-6347-2355
RS Components Now Stocking Newly Branded 'Industrial by Duracell' Alkaline Battery Range for Professional Trade Customers
SEOUL, South Korea, Sept. 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- RS Components <http://kr.rs-online.com/> (RS), the trading brand of Electrocomponents plc <http://www.electrocomponents.com/> (LSE:ECM), the global distributor for engineers, is stocking the newly named and new-look 'Industrial by Duracell' high-performance battery range. Formerly marketed under the Procell name, the market-leading range of Duracell industrial alkaline batteries now builds on the company's well-known brand name while emphasising its target use within the professional trade.
Designed specifically to meet the specialist needs of professional and industrial applications, the batteries have been manufactured to meet IEC 60086 and ISO 9000 standards and are designed to deliver high performance in high-power-drain devices. In addition, Duracell is making efficiency and capacity improvements to ensure continued competitiveness and delivery.
The 'Industrial by Duracell' batteries are reliable and flexible and provide power solutions for a wide range of applications, and even after seven years of storage. The batteries operate at temperatures from -20degree Celsius up to +54 degree Celsius.
The 'Industrial by Duracell' batteries, available in the standard AA, AAA, C, D (1.5V) and PP3 (9V) sizes, are now in stock and available from RS Components globally.
About RS Components
RS Components and Allied Electronics are the trading brands of Electrocomponents plc, the global distributor for engineers. With operations in 32 countries, we offer around 500,000 products through the internet, catalogues and at trade counters to over one million customers, shipping more than 44,000 parcels a day. Our products, sourced from 2,500 leading suppliers, include semiconductors, interconnect, passives and electromechanical, automation and control, electrical, test and measurement, tools and consumables.
Electrocomponents is listed on the London Stock Exchange and in the last financial year ended31 March 2014 had revenues of GBP1.27bn.
RS Components Tan Soo ChunPublic Relations Manager - Asia PacificEmail: soochun.tan@rs-components.com <mailto:soochun.tan@rs-components.com> Telephone: +65-6391-5745
Edelman Public Relations (Singapore)Yvette YeoManagerEmail: yvette.yeo@edelman.com <mailto:yvette.yeo@edelman.com>Telephone: +65-6347-2355
RS Components Now Stocking Newly Branded 'Industrial by Duracell' Alkaline Battery Range for Professional Trade Customers
TAIPEI, Sept. 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- RS Components <http://twen.rs-online.com/> (RS), the trading brand of Electrocomponents plc <http://www.electrocomponents.com/> (LSE:ECM), the global distributor for engineers, is stocking the newly named and new-look 'Industrial by Duracell' high-performance battery range. Formerly marketed under the Procell name, the market-leading range of Duracell industrial alkaline batteries now builds on the company's well-known brand name while emphasising its target use within the professional trade.
Designed specifically to meet the specialist needs of professional and industrial applications, the batteries have been manufactured to meet IEC 60086 and ISO 9000 standards and are designed to deliver high performance in high-power-drain devices. In addition, Duracell is making efficiency and capacity improvements to ensure continued competitiveness and delivery.
The 'Industrial by Duracell' batteries are reliable and flexible and provide power solutions for a wide range of applications, and even after seven years of storage. The batteries operate at temperatures from -20degree Celsius up to +54 degree Celsius.
The 'Industrial by Duracell' batteries, available in the standard AA, AAA, C, D (1.5V) and PP3 (9V) sizes, are now in stock and available from RS Components globally.
About RS Components
RS Components and Allied Electronics are the trading brands of Electrocomponents plc, the global distributor for engineers. With operations in 32 countries, we offer around 500,000 products through the internet, catalogues and at trade counters to over one million customers, shipping more than 44,000 parcels a day. Our products, sourced from 2,500 leading suppliers, include semiconductors, interconnect, passives and electromechanical, automation and control, electrical, test and measurement, tools and consumables.
Electrocomponents is listed on the London Stock Exchange and in the last financial year ended31 March 2014 had revenues of GBP1.27bn.
RS Components Tan Soo ChunPublic Relations Manager - Asia PacificEmail: soochun.tan@rs-components.com <mailto:soochun.tan@rs-components.com> Telephone: +65-6391-5745
Edelman Public Relations (Singapore)Yvette YeoManagerEmail: yvette.yeo@edelman.com <mailto:yvette.yeo@edelman.com>Telephone: +65-6347-2355
RS Components Now Stocking Newly Branded 'Industrial by Duracell' Alkaline Battery Range for Professional Trade Customers
SINGAPORE, Sept. 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- RS Components <http://sg.rs-online.com/> (RS), the trading brand of Electrocomponents plc <http://www.electrocomponents.com/> (LSE: ECM), the global distributor for engineers, is stocking the newly named and new-look 'Industrial by Duracell' high-performance battery range. Formerly marketed under the Procell name, the market-leading range of Duracell industrial alkaline batteries now builds on the company's well-known brand name while emphasising its target use within the professional trade.
Designed specifically to meet the specialist needs of professional and industrial applications, the batteries have been manufactured to meet IEC 60086 and ISO 9000 standards and are designed to deliver high performance in high-power-drain devices. In addition, Duracell is making efficiency and capacity improvements to ensure continued competitiveness and delivery.
The 'Industrial by Duracell' batteries are reliable and flexible and provide power solutions for a wide range of applications, and even after seven years of storage. The batteries operate at temperatures from -20degree Celsius up to +54 degree Celsius.
The 'Industrial by Duracell' batteries, available in the standard AA, AAA, C, D (1.5V) and PP3 (9V) sizes, are now in stock and available from RS Components globally.
About RS Components
RS Components and Allied Electronics are the trading brands of Electrocomponents plc, the global distributor for engineers. With operations in 32 countries, we offer around 500,000 products through the internet, catalogues and at trade counters to over one million customers, shipping more than 44,000 parcels a day. Our products, sourced from 2,500 leading suppliers, include semiconductors, interconnect, passives and electromechanical, automation and control, electrical, test and measurement, tools and consumables.
Electrocomponents is listed on the London Stock Exchange and in the last financial year ended31 March 2014 had revenues of GBP1.27bn.
RS Components Tan Soo ChunPublic Relations Manager - Asia PacificEmail: soochun.tan@rs-components.com <mailto:soochun.tan@rs-components.com> Telephone: +65-6391-5745
Edelman Public Relations (Singapore)Yvette YeoManagerEmail: yvette.yeo@edelman.com <mailto:yvette.yeo@edelman.com>Telephone: +65-6347-2355
RS Components Now Stocking Newly Branded 'Industrial by Duracell' Alkaline Battery Range for Professional Trade Customers
HONG KONG, Sept. 16, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- RS Components <http://hken.rs-online.com/> (RS), the trading brand of Electrocomponents plc <http://www.electrocomponents.com/> (LSE:ECM), the global distributor for engineers, is stocking the newly named and new-look 'Industrial by Duracell' high-performance battery range. Formerly marketed under the Procell name, the market-leading range of Duracell industrial alkaline batteries now builds on the company's well-known brand name while emphasising its target use within the professional trade.
Designed specifically to meet the specialist needs of professional and industrial applications, the batteries have been manufactured to meet IEC 60086 and ISO 9000 standards and are designed to deliver high performance in high-power-drain devices. In addition, Duracell is making efficiency and capacity improvements to ensure continued competitiveness and delivery.
The 'Industrial by Duracell' batteries are reliable and flexible and provide power solutions for a wide range of applications, and even after seven years of storage. The batteries operate at temperatures from -20degree Celsius up to +54 Â degree Celsius.
The 'Industrial by Duracell' batteries, available in the standard AA, AAA, C, D (1.5V) and PP3 (9V) sizes, are now in stock and available from RS Components globally.
About RS Components
RS Components and Allied Electronics are the trading brands of Electrocomponents plc, the global distributor for engineers. With operations in 32 countries, we offer around 500,000 products through the internet, catalogues and at trade counters to over one million customers, shipping more than 44,000 parcels a day. Our products, sourced from 2,500 leading suppliers, include semiconductors, interconnect, passives and electromechanical, automation and control, electrical, test and measurement, tools and consumables.
Electrocomponents is listed on the London Stock Exchange and in the last financial year ended31 March 2014 had revenues of GBP1.27bn.
RS Components Tan Soo ChunPublic Relations Manager - Asia PacificEmail: soochun.tan@rs-components.com <mailto:soochun.tan@rs-components.com> Telephone: +65-6391-5745
Edelman Public Relations (Singapore)Yvette YeoManagerEmail: yvette.yeo@edelman.com <mailto:yvette.yeo@edelman.com>Telephone: +65-6347-2355
Though parents often bemoan their child being glued to an iPad at home, there have
been proven benefits to letting pupils access this kind of technology in the name of
learning.
Dr Christina Gitsaki is Associate Academic Dean of English at the Higher Colleges of
Technology (HCT) in Dubai, and a fierce advocate of ramping up technology in classrooms to
get results.
In 2001, a website interviewed her about internet-based learning materials. She said:
"We believe that the Internet is here to stay. It is not a fad and soon it will become
even easier to access the Web."
Nearly fifteen years later, Dr Gitsaki put her beliefs into practice. She gave over
six thousand students at the Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) in Dubai iPads, with the
understanding that they must be used to work on English proficiency. More than 80 percent
of the students said that the iPad was enormously beneficial when it came to learning
English, as well as assisting with their reading and writing skills.
The study also found that students who used the iPads for four or more activities saw
the most improvement on their IELTS score, which provides a profile of a candidate's
ability to use English.
Teaching using technology has many different permutations. One is whereby the teacher
"flips" the traditional learning model, assigning their class video lessons using YouTube
or Vimeo and saving the classroom for group projects and individualised instruction. This
means that a generalised address can be done over video, possibly with homework assigned
on the content of the video to ensure pupils have watched it.
Michael King, the vice president of IBM Global Education Industry, says that
technology can be used to apply to measuring outcomes in education, with analytics used to
identify students that are falling behind or might be at risk of not meeting grade
objectives.
The challenge going forward in the next decade, says King, is to get teachers on
board, increase funding, and generally make a concerted push to spread this way of
thinking out on a global scale.
Exclusive Limited Edition Skins Free for Players Who Sign Up Now; Founder´s Packs Available for Additional Heroes and Skins
BERLIN, Sept. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Chaos Heroes Online, the action-packed multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) from Aeria Games, is beginning its Closed Beta phase today. Players ready to step up to the challenge can sign up now at ChaosHeroes-Online.com. To coincide with the start of Closed Beta, exclusive free skins are now available as limited editions to beta participants.
"We are really excited to start the Closed Beta and let players try out the game for themselves," said Pascal Zuta, CEO of Aeria Games. "We are confident that the challenging gameplay and map mechanics will resonate with MOBA players looking for new tactics and strategies."
Players who sign up during the Closed Beta phase will receive exclusive skins for two popular Heroes in the game: MK-II Hadan, a cyborg version of the Undead Tank Hadan character (Immortal Legion faction), and Forest Dancer Silk, a gorgeous alternative to Lotus Mage Silk (Divine Union faction).
Participants who want the opportunity to play with additional Heroes and customize them with skins can become founders and acquire Founder's Packs, available in gold, platinum and diamond editions. These editions include up to 20 Heroes - each with an extra skin - and up to 6 beta keys to share.
In Chaos Heroes Online, every player has the chance to turn the game around until the end of the match. With a team of Korean developers that have been working on the Chaos franchise for more than 10 years, Chaos Heroes Online includes powerful consumables and sophisticated skins. Hardcore MOBA fans will appreciate the unique game mechanics such as a fifty minute time limit and the ability to re-equip during battle, opening up new tactics and emphasizing the importance of each player's individual skills.
Chaos Heroes Online is free-to-download and free-to-play. Players can sign-up for the Closed Beta today on the official site and check out new heroes, content, assets, and features on social media: Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Google+.
ABOUT AERIA GAMES
With a rapidly growing community of over 60 million core players and a deep portfolio of development partners, Aeria Games is a leading destination for free-to-play online multiplayer games. Founded in 2006 and based in Berlin, Germany, Aeria Games publishes and develops high quality online PC, browser and mobile games in nine languages, servicing the North American, Latin American and European markets. In 2014, Aeria Games was acquired by ProSiebenSat.1, the second-largest media group in Europe. It will be merged with subsidiary ProSiebenSat.1 Games GmbH, but will continue to operate from Berlin - in the near future under the name of SevenGames GmbH. The company's proprietary technology offers strong benefits to both players and developers. Players gain access to a universal gaming destination providing deep, immersive online games accessible for browsers, PCs, tablets, and smart phones. Developers get a blazingly fast point of entry to the global gaming market via Aeria Games' specialized platform that enables quick and easy game integration. The company's diverse portfolio includes highly engaging fantasy MMORPGs, action shooters, anime-style social games, and multiplayer mobile game titles. For more information, visit http://www.aeriagames.com.
KARAGANDA, Republic of Kazakhstan, September 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
The board of directors of ARTemcom: Gurin Artem, Enikeev Vadim, Galagan Tatyana,
Khisamov Rinat, Kharlamov Sergey made decision to enter United States market. General
Director (CEO) Artem Gurin said: "Access to the American market expands our frontiers in
IT-technologies, and it will help us to attract investments in our projects." Chairman of
the Board Vadim Enikeev said: "I am very pleased that our company entering on the American
market, this solution will contribute to new business contacts with leading companies in
IT-sphere around the world. We are confident that the emission of 500 million shares - it
is the great success, and will bring profit to our shareholders. "
Samsung GALAXY S5 Active - Tough Enough for Work and Play
The newest smartphone addition to the Samsung GALAXY line up is engineered for on-the-go and on-the-job adventure
MISSISSAUGA, ON, Sept. 15, 2014 /CNW/ - Samsung Canada, one of the leading suppliers of smartphones to Canadians, announced today the Canadian availability of the Samsung GALAXY S5 Active. A rugged and powerful smartphone powered with innovation that can be taken anywhere, the GALAXY S5 Active is built to last with US Mil-STD-810G¹ certification and is designed to keep pace with any lifestyle. Thanks to the shock, water and dust resistant casing ¹, the GALAXY S5 Active is the ultimate device for the most demanding environments - from bike trails to the field office. It even has a unique mode that instantly launches adventure-related features, like compasses and maps, conveniently onto one screen.
"The Samsung GALAXY GS5 Active is an important addition to Samsung's extensive smartphone portfolio because not only is it an ideal choice for Canadian consumers with active lifestyles but it's also tough enough to take from the jobsite to the slopes and anywhere in-between," said Paul Brannen, Executive Vice President, Mobile Solutions, Samsung Canada. "The smart, powerful GALAXY S5 Active is built for life on the go and built to last."
Featuring a modern design with a 2.5GHz quad-core processor, the GALAXY S5 Active offers users a variety of features that take the active user from work to play:
-- Tough enough for any user: The GS5 Active is US Mil-STD-810G ¹
certified making it salt, dust, humidity, rain, vibration, solar
radiation and thermal shock resistant.
-- Take on the Elements: With IP67 certification(1 )the GALAXY S5 Active
withstands the effect of dust and the effect of water immersion of up to
1 m for 30 minutes - meaning Canadians can go from the mountain to the
ocean with ease.
-- Capture Every Adventure: The HDR feature allows active users to balance
colour and light, or create more depth by selecting which elements to
focus and blur. The 16 megapixel rear-facing camera with digital zoom
and a full editing suite make it easy to capture the perfect on-the go
moment.
-- Stunning Clarity in Every Environment: Whether at the jobsite, office or
mountain, the GALAXY S5 Active 5.1" Full HD Super AMOLED screen
automatically adjusts contrast and brightness levels to keep your
content vibrant, clear and rich.
-- Active Living: The built-in heart rate sensor, together with the S
Health app, make it easy to track your fitness progress while counting
your steps and receiving on-demand nutrition tips.
-- Stay connected from anywhere: When access to power outlets are a luxury,
the Ultra Power Saving Mode(2) feature conserves battery life when you
need it most by switching to a black and white display and limiting app
options, getting up 24 hours on just 10% battery. Severe weather alerts
are also available to keep users updated on extreme conditions.
-- Separate Work and Play: Like having two devices in one, Samsung KNOX
Workspace(TM) creates a virtual, separate and more secure space on the
GS5 Active that lets users keep business data more safe and maintain
productivity on the road. The secure "TrustZone(TM)" is a
tamper-resistant area of the ARM processor; backed with FIPS 140-2
certified ODE and VPN ensuring your data-at-rest and data-in-transit are
more secure.
-- Business On-The-Go: Turn your Samsung GALAXY S5 Active into the ultimate
mobile office with Locqus Field Service Management solution. Locqus
makes it easy for field service businesses - like electricians,
contractors, home repair service technicians and others - to schedule
and dispatch jobs, track employee location and get real-time status.
Locqus' billing feature also allows easy and fast acceptance of debit
and credit card payments from customers right on the spot, through
Moneris Solutions. The free Locqus app is available for download on
Galaxy Apps or http://www.locqus.com/samsung.
Google Mobile Chrome, Drive, Photos, Gmail, Google, Google+, Google
Service Settings, Hangouts, Maps, Play Books, Play Games, Play
Newsstand, Play Movies, Play Music, Play Store, Voice Search,
YouTube
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(1)This device has been tested and received an IP (Ingress Protection) rating of IP67, which tests for dust intrusion and for water submersion up to 1 meter for up to 30 minutes. Not shockproof. Covers must be tightly closed. Device has also passed military specification (MIL-STA-810G) testing against a subset of 18 specific environmental conditions, including temperature, dust and sand, shock/vibration, and low pressure/high altitude. Covers must be tightly closed. May not perform as shown in all extreme conditions.
(2) Ultra Power Saving Mode: Battery life will vary depending on power, applications settings and other factors. The maximum capacity of the battery will decrease with time and use.
Product Availability:
The Samsung GALAXY S5 Active will come in Titanium Grey and will be available at select retailers in Canada starting September 15(th). Please see your carrier for pricing and availability.
About Samsung Electronics Canada
Samsung Electronics Canada is a global leader in technology, opening new possibilities for young minded consumers everywhere through innovation, stylish design and premium experiences. Through relentless innovation and discovery, Samsung is transforming the worlds of TVs, smartphones, tablets, PCs, cameras, home appliances, printers, LTE systems, medical devices, semiconductors and LED solutions. As a result, Samsung has become a true leader in the technology industry. In 2013, Samsung was ranked #8 in the Interbrand 100 Best Global Brands while the Canadian arm was named as one of Strategy Magazine's 2013 Brands of the Year and Marketing Magazine's 2012 Top 10 Marketers of the Year in Canada. Globally, Samsung employs 286,000 people across 80 countries with annual sales of US$216.7 billion.
By Atelier Collection for iPhone 6 - Intelligent Luxury
PARIS, September 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
Made In France: By Atelier presents its collection of luxury cases for
iPhone 6
By Atelier combines luxury and technology
In order to better meet the expectations of luxury shoppers who love technology, and
to better accompany Apple Watch's wide range of products the French brand By Atelier,
located at the heart of Paris on the Champs-Elysees, is presenting its new collection of
luxury cases devoted to iPhone 6.
Thanks to the collaboration of engineers, designers and craftsmen, By Atelier has
created the first luxury iPhone 6 collection in its own workshops in France, featuring an
entirely hand polished 316L steel structure to provide optimum protection for your iPhone.
By Atelier is breaking new ground by developing an attaching mechanism comprised of four
fasteners which ensures the unrivalled resistance of the product.
The new By Atelier collection is composed of 7 luxury cases, customised with calf
leathers and alligator skins in contemporary colours, as well as sapphire and metallic
pieces, the result of extremely precise workmanship that gives the products a flawless
finish.
This By Atelier collection, sold with or without the iPhone 6, is available to
pre-order on the http://www.byatelier.com website from today. These exceptional
products can be found in the By Atelier boutiques in Paris, Hong-Kong, Macau, China and
Vietnam, or among its prestigious distribution network: Colette in Paris, Harrods in
London, Lane Crawford in Hong Kong...
A tailor-made Concierge service inspired by the major luxury hotels.
24 hours a day, 7 days a week, each case owner will have access to an exclusive
concierge application, allowing them to fulfil their every desire at any time, anywhere in
the world. Organise your next trip to Shanghai, reserve a table at the latest trendy
restaurant in a European capital, mastermind a last minute weekend on Guana Island...
The By Atelier collection without the iPhone starts from EUR1,690, including a 1-year
subscription to the concierge service.
About By Atelier
By Atelier was created by Atelier Haute Communication, a subsidiary of the Innov8
group, based in Paris and Hong Kong, an expert in mobile phone creation and tailor-made
accessories since 2008 for leading luxury brands which guarantees the creation,
development, manufacture and selective distribution of its products in more than 50
countries.
ZNV Launches the World's First H.265 High-Definition IP Camera
SHENZHEN, China, Sept. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- How often do you have to wait for a video image to load on your screen? You don't have to accept this anymore! A major break-through has been made to overcome bandwidth and storage challenges that the security and surveillance industry has been facing for years. The industry has entered a new era with the highly-anticipated new generation of IP cameras that have inbuilt the state-of-art video image compression technology complying with the new H. 265 international standard.
On September 12, 2014, Shenzhen ZNV Technology Co., Ltd. (http://www.znv.com) launched the world's first H.265 high-definition IP camera (7200 series) at its 2014 Channel Partner Summit and New Product Launch Conference in Nanjing, China.
At the conference, Robert Zhu, executive chairman of ZNV, explained the technologies of this new IP Camera series and the benefits for customers.
"All of us like to use high-definition cameras for security monitoring, remote machine operation, or other applications, because the sharp images will help us to identify security treats or control a machine remotely. The current challenges are the cost of transmission and storage of large-sized data over the network and cloud. The new IP cameras that we are launching today overcome these challenges by using the latest data compression technology inside the cameras. For the same high-definition videos, this technology can reduce the data size by three times in dynamic scenes like a busy street and up to 10 times in static scenes like a guarded warehouse," Robert Zhu said.
"The benefits of this breakthrough are simple. For same high-definition videos, they will require much lower bandwidth and use much less storage. This will not only make a tremendous saving in system cost for our customers, but also make high-definition video possible in the areas that the existing network infrastructure simply can't support previously," Robert added.
The team from ZNV demonstrated all the key features during the conference. The 400 plus audience were deeply impressed by the new products and the first batch of products were all sold out at the conference.
This breakthrough caught the industry by a surprise. No one has imagined that the latest state-of-art technology can be developed by a Chinese security company.
ZNV (http://www.znv.com) is a leading security products and solutions provider based in Shenzhen, China.
Key Features of ZNV's new H. 265 High-Definition IP Camera:
1. Low requirements on bandwidth for transmission of its video streams: With
the built-in new-generation video image compression and transmission
technologies complying with H. 265 Standard, ZNV 7200-series IP cameras
enable high-definition video surveillance data to be transmitted through
low bandwidth network while keeping images clear and smooth. During the
test, the new 7200-series IP cameras can transmit dynamic 1080P video
images at 1.5 Mbps under H.265, instead of at 4 Mbps (almost tripled)
under current H.264 standard. In static scenes that are used a lot in
security guarding environment, the video stream will drop to 100Kbps to
200Kbps, which is 10 times lower than the current best cameras in the
market.
2. Low requirements on storage to keep the videos: With the same storage
space, the new compression technologies enable users to store three to 10
times of videos by using the new 7200-series IP cameras rather than
normal, same definition cameras. This will lead to tremendous saving in
storage facilities and relevant room space and energy consumption.
3. Low requirements on light condition to record quality videos:
ZBF-7200-series IP cameras can operate at a super-low light environment.
It can still record clear videos in color or black-and-white in the low
light environment where human eyes cannot identify. The minimum
functional light condition reaches 0.002 lux (colorful) or 0.001 lux
(black-and-white). Thus, this new series of ZNV cameras can still help
customers guard their properties in an extremely dark environment, while
enabling a smooth transition between bright and dark environment.
Two Successful Stories:
H.265 high-definition IP cameras will bring enormous value to the customers, as described by Robert Zhu. After being introduced to the market, these IP cameras can save huge investments on network and video storage facilities.
ZNV used the new cameras in a smart city project in China. As part of this project, the police department requires that video must be stored for 12 months in order to check the recording history during police investigations. Due to the cost constraints, they only have limited storage space available which could only support 30 to 90 days video storage previously. As a result, earlier videos had to be deleted and overwritten, among which some important information were lost for criminal cases. With the H.265 technology, the police department can save up to 10 times of storage space, which translates into tens of millions of savings for the whole projects.
A school used a video surveillance system for years, but it gradually grew out-of-date and could not meet its increasing surveillance demands. This school wanted to use start-of-the-art high-definition cameras for video surveillance; however, normal high-definition cameras needed to be built on high bandwidth infrastructures, e.g. a costly fiber network. Due to insufficient network bandwidth and financial pressure, the school had not found an optimal solution until recently. By taking advantage of the low-bandwidth requirement feature of ZNV's 7200-series IP cameras, the school achieved a real-time, high-definition 1080P surveillance system under the existing network infrastructure. This saved tens of thousands of dollars and minimized the interruptions to school education programs.
About ZNV
Shenzhen ZNV Technology Co., Ltd. (ZNV) is a leading global surveillance supplier and former surveillance product line of ZTE Corporation. It was separated from ZTE in 2005. Now ZNV has power supply and environment monitoring products, video surveillance products, management software and smart analysis technology, provides customized all-in-one surveillance solutions for industrial customers like telecom, government, traffic and energy. Its solutions and products have already been working in over 70 nations and regions including EMEA, America and Asia. Please visit http://www.znv.com for more information.
New Micro Four Thirds Digital Interchangeable Telephoto Zoom Lens LUMIX G VARIO 35-100mm / F4.0-5.6 ASPH. / MEGA O.I.S. (H-FS35100)
Featuring Ultra Compact Size in Stylish Design with a Retractable Structure
NEWARK, N.J., Sept. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic is proud to introduce a new digital interchangeable telephoto zoom lens, the LUMIX G VARIO 35-100mm / F4.0-5.6 ASPH. / MEGA O.I.S. (H-FS35100) based on the Micro Four Thirds system standard. Achieving high picture quality, the new LUMIX G VARIO 35-100mm / F4.0-5.6 ASPH. / MEGA O.I.S. is designed in stunningly compact metallic profile with retractable structure despite a lens with this versatile focal distance of 35-100 mm (Equivalent to 70-200 mm on a 35mm camera). It is useful in shooting images including portrait or close-ups with impressively defocused background taking advantage of its high portability. The lens will be available in mid November at http://www.shop.panasonic.com and valued channel partners.
Comprised of 12 lenses in 9 groups, the lens system realizes uniform descriptiveness with its excellent contrast from the center to the corners, equal brightness at entire zoom range and high resolution. Notably, 2 ED (Ultra Extra-Low Dispersion) lenses minimize chromatic aberration. An aspherical lens helps achieve high optical performance while allowing dramatic downsizing of the lens unit.
The MEGA O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) effectively compensates for vibration making it easy to capture images clearly even if they are shot with small aperture.
It incorporates a superior inner focus system which enables excellent resolution and contrast from full life-size magnification to infinity. The inclusion of stepping motor makes the focusing action smooth and silent for use in both photo and video recording. When mounted on the Digital Single Lens Mirrorless (DSLM) cameras of LUMIX G, users can take advantage of the high-speed, high-precision Contrast AF system.
Seven blades give the aperture a rounded shape that produces an attractively smooth effect in out-of-focus areas when shooting at larger aperture settings. The new LUMIX G VARIO 35-100mm / F4.0-5.6 ASPH. / MEGA O.I.S. lens also features a highly reliable metal mount, and uses multi-coated lens elements that minimize ghosts and flare to further enhance its optical performance.
The LUMIX G VARIO 35-100mm / F4.0-5.6 ASPH. / MEGA O.I.S.is available in either silver or black color, which matches the LUMIX Digital Single Lens Mirrorless (DSLM) cameras, especially the new DMC-GM5 or DMC-GM1.
To learn more about Panasonic's line of LUMIX Digital Cameras and other consumer electronic products please visit http://www.shop.panasonic.com and http://www.lumixlounge.com. You can also follow Panasonic on Twitter (@PanasonicUSA) and Facebook.
About Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
Based in Newark, NJ, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company is a division of Panasonic Corporation of North America, the principal North American subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation. The company offers a wide range of consumer solutions in the U.S. including products from VIERA Life+ Screens, Blu-ray players, LUMIX Digital Cameras, Camcorders, Home Audio, Cordless Phones, Home Appliances, Beauty, Grooming, Wellness and Personal Care products and more. In Interbrand's 2014 annual "Best Global Green Brands" report, Panasonic ranked number five overall and the top electronics brand in the report.To learn more about our products, visit http://www.panasonic.com. Follow Panasonic on Twitter @panasonicUSA; additional company information for journalists is also available at http://www.panasonic.com/pressroom.
Panasonic Announces the Firmware Update Program for LUMIX DMC-FZ1000 Featuring 4K Photo Mode
NEWARK, N.J., Sept. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic announces the new firmware update program for the LUMIX DMC-FZ1000. The firmware will be released to enhance the performance and controllability of the camera, featuring the new 4K Photo Mode.
The 4K Photo is a new method of Hybrid Photography that Panasonic is proposing. It encourages users to capture the spur-of-the-moment in a high resolution 4K photo by cropping out a designated frame from 4K video. With the new firmware, it is easier to get 4K photo by using the 4K Photo Mode. Once selecting the 4K Photo Mode, recording format / picture quality setting / brightness level are automatically set to the optimum parameter for photo shooting. Users can record high quality video either in 4:3, 3:2 or even 1:1 aspect ratios in addition to 16:9 - all can provide a still image with 8-megapixel equivalent resolution. Each JPEG image cropped out of the video footage complies with EXIF just as a normal still picture. While recording the 4K video in 4K Photo Mode, it is possible to mark the designated portion by just pressing the [Fn1] button. This can reduce postproduction work for searching the spur-of-the-moment worth cropping out.
There are more functional upgrades such as an addition of 4K video recording in 23.98p (MP4, AAC) and 3 new additional options for shutter sound.
The PHOTOfunSTUDIO 9.5PE and Panasonic Image App for iOS/Android will also be updated to support these functional upgrades.
The new firmware program is scheduled to be released at the Panasonic LUMIX Support Site at http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ in the beginning of October, 2014.
-- Android and Google Play are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google Inc.
-- IOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other countries and is used under license.
To learn more about Panasonic's line of LUMIX Digital Cameras and other consumer electronic products please visit http://www.shop.panasonic.com and http://www.lumixlounge.com. You can also follow Panasonic on Twitter (@PanasonicUSA) and Facebook.
About Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
Based in Newark, NJ, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company is a division of Panasonic Corporation of North America, the principal North American subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation. The company offers a wide range of consumer solutions in the U.S. including products from VIERA Life+ Screens, Blu-ray players, LUMIX Digital Cameras, Camcorders, Home Audio, Cordless Phones, Home Appliances, Beauty, Grooming, Wellness and Personal Care products and more. In Interbrand's 2014 annual "Best Global Green Brands" report, Panasonic ranked number five overall and the top electronics brand in the report.To learn more about our products, visit http://www.panasonic.com. Follow Panasonic on Twitter @panasonicUSA; additional company information for journalists is also available at http://www.panasonic.com/pressroom.
PrivacyCheq Launches New Mobile Technology That Gives Consumers Groundbreaking Transparency Into Banks' Privacy Policies
Using mobile and video to deliver easy-to-understand privacy notices saves banks millions while giving customers the transparency they are demanding
- For today's consumers, privacy is now a key differentiating feature that instructs their choice of what companies to trust their business to.
- PrivacyCheq gives consumers an easy to understand privacy notice specifically formatted for their device.
- By using mobile technology to replace the long, legalese-laden privacy notices mailed to customers in accordance with the law, banks save millions and consumers can actually read and understand the notices, rather than just tossing them in the trash.
YORK, Pa., Sept. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, PrivacyCheq (http://www.PrivacyCheq.com) announces the immediate availability of its cloud-based privacy notice service. The service provides consumers with dramatically improved understanding of their privacy as they access their electronic banking, credit union, brokerage, and insurance accounts.
Initially targeting regulated financial institutions that are legally required to deliver annual privacy notices to every customer, PrivacyCheq will fully comply with anticipated changes to the Federal Government's Consumer Financial Protection Board (CFPB) "Regulation P," which in many cases will allow financial institutions to deliver privacy notices electronically, eliminating the cost of mass mailing and improving customer awareness.
"Today's consumers are far more aware of the meaning of 'digital privacy,' and privacy transparency is now a feature that they consider when selecting their financial partners," said Roy Smith, CEO of PrivacyCheq. "We've all received that annual privacy notice from our bank, glanced at the large blocks of legalese in tiny print, and then tossed it into the trash. The paper privacy notice was not effective at communicating important privacy information, and it was costly for banks to send."
PrivacyCheq makes privacy notices much more consumer friendly by delivering concise, layered disclosures that are formatted correctly for whatever mobile or desktop device the customer is using to view the disclosure. Proper support of mobile devices is vital, since today's banking customers increasingly use mobile smartphones and tablets to access their accounts. Competitively, banks that simply post their boilerplate 5 page privacy notice on their websites will fall behind as consumers seek out banks that capitalize on privacy transparency.
"PrivacyCheq provides an electronic replacement for the paper form that gives consumers the privacy transparency they want, on the mobile devices they carry with them, in the format and language they choose. For consumers who would rather 'watch' than 'read,' our service delivers a short, animated 'explainer' video that leads the customer through the bank's privacy policy, " said Smith. "The PrivacyCheq service offers a unique win-win scenario, with accurate and understandable privacy disclosures for customers and dramatically lower compliance costs for banks."
The first notice that PrivacyCheq can deliver electronically is the CFPB "Model Form" described in the Regulation P text. The form is very familiar to regulated institutions because most of them designed their paper privacy notices using it as a "model." A working demonstration of the PrivacyCheq technology is available at http://www.noticebank.com where clicking anywhere on the site will generate a sample of the Model Form. PrivacyCheq will be adding other regulatory disclosures in the near future.
A sample of the privacy explainer video generated by PrivacyCheq can be viewed at https://vimeo.com/105803249. A short explainer video for financial institutions describing the PrivacyCheq service is available at https://vimeo.com/105802611. More information is available at http://www.privacycheq.com. PrivacyCheq is a unit of AgeCheq Inc., a leading provider of regulatory compliance services to the mobile app and game industry.
ATTENTION EDITORS: Graphics showing the PrivacyCheq privacy forms on smartphones and an explanatory infographic are available for your use at http://PrivacyCheq.mobilitypr.com.
About PrivacyCheq
PrivacyCheq has pioneered electronic delivery of clear and understandable regulatory notices to consumers. As consumer interest in digital privacy and use of mobile devices have skyrocketed, PrivacyCheq delivers clear and understandable notices that look great on whatever device the customer chooses to use. While initially targeting financial institutions that are required by law to deliver privacy notices, PrivacyCheq's innovative "disclosure as a service" is applicable to health care, government, enterprise, and small business customers who must deliver notices to their customers. PrivacyCheq delivers a superior customer experience because the privacy disclosure information is presented when the customer wants it, in a way they can actually understand. For more information visit http://www.PrivacyCheq.com.
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Broadcom Announces Industry's Highest Performance, Lowest Power 100GbE Gearbox PHYs
Provides New Interconnect Capabilities for Next Generation of 100GBASE Modules
IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
News Highlights:
-- First device to offer monolithic, dual port,100 Gigabit Ethernet gearbox
-- Industry's first device to support widely used CR4 and SR4 Links
-- Enables high density 100G line cards
-- 28 nanometer (nm) CMOS PHY reduces power consumption up to 30 percent(1)
Broadcom Corporation (NASDAQ: BRCM), a global innovation leader in semiconductor solutions for wired and wireless communications, today announced the industry's highest performance, lowest power multi-rate 100 Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) gearbox physical layer transceiver (PHY), optimized for next-generation cloud-scale data center, enterprise and core networks. The 28 nm Broadcom® BCM82792 PHY, is the first device to offer dual 100 Gigabit per second (Gbps) ports on a single gearbox chip and doubles the density of existing solutions while reducing power consumption by up to 30 percent, operating at 2 watts per port(1). For more news, visit Broadcom's Newsroom.
The rapid growth of bandwidth consumption across data center, enterprise and core networks is driving the transition of line cards and systems from 10G/40G to 100G. Poised for rapid expansion, the 100G Ethernet market is expected to grow five-fold by 2016, according to analyst firm Infonetics(2). High-performance PHYs that support physical medium dependent (PMD) sub layers, such as 100GBASE-SR4 and CR4, are a critical component for this rapid growth.
Optimized for high-bandwidth networks, the dual-port Broadcom gearbox PHY has the ability to multiplex and demultiplex data across eight 25 Gbps channels to (or from) twenty 10 Gbps channels. The device can also be configured to support eight bi-directional lanes at 10 Gbps for 10GbE or 40GbE pass-through applications. High performance 25G/10G input/output (IO) eases routing constraints by providing for longer physical links.
"Next generation 100G networks demand the high performance, low power technologies that Broadcom is uniquely positioned to deliver," said Lorenzo Longo, Broadcom Vice President and General Manager, Physical Layer Products. "These first to market gearbox devices demonstrate our commitment to providing superior innovation and delivering a comprehensive portfolio of products to enable high density 100G networks."
"We're seeing strong demand for higher bandwidth solutions in data center, enterprise and core networks to handle the growth in network traffic," said Matthias Machowinski, Infonetics Directing Analyst, Enterprise Networks. "The higher density and low power consumption of Broadcom's new PHY will allow network managers to transform their networks and achieve higher performance on the industry's most widely adopted copper and short range links."
Broadcom also offers the BCM82790, a single port version of its 28 nm gearbox technology. This device delivers an easy upgrade path in a drop-in package compatible with Broadcom's current gearbox PHY.
Key Features:
-- First IEEE802.3bj Clause 91 forward error correction (FEC) gearbox PHY
-- Three-dimensional eye mapper on each high-speed receiver (28 total)
-- 100GbE/OTN VSR28 to CAUI interface
-- Integrated clean-up phase lock loop (PLL) reduces bill of material cost
-- Single REFCLK (reference clock) input
-- Low latency architecture
Resources
(1) As compared to competitive devices
(2 )Infonetics August 2014
Availability
Broadcom's BCM82792 dual port and BCM82790 single port gearbox PHYs are now sampling.
About Broadcom
Broadcom Corporation (NASDAQ: BRCM), a FORTUNE 500® company, is a global leader and innovator in semiconductor solutions for wired and wireless communications. Broadcom® products seamlessly deliver voice, video, data and multimedia connectivity in the home, office and mobile environments. With the industry's broadest portfolio of state-of-the-art system-on-a-chip solutions, Broadcom is changing the world by connecting everything®. For more information, go to http://www.broadcom.com.
Broadcom®, the pulse logo, Connecting everything(®) and the Connecting everything logo are among the trademarks of Broadcom Corporation and/or its affiliates in the United States, certain other countries and/or the EU. Any other trademarks or trade names mentioned are the property of their respective owners.
MTE Introduces the dV Sentry(TM) - The Industry's First Three-In-One Protection dV/dt Filter
The new dV Sentry(TM) filter reduces common mode voltage, peak voltage and rise times in one easy-to-integrate package to help protect AC motors, cables and drives against power quality problems
MENOMONEE FALLS, Wis., Sept. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- MTE Corporation, a world leader in the design and manufacture of high-efficiency electrical power quality solutions for commercial and industrial applications, today announces the introduction of its new best-in-class dV Sentry(TM) motor protection filter. Using a dV/dt filter helps protect AC motors from the destructive effects of long lead voltages that can damage variable frequency drives (VFDs), cables, and motors. The 380V to 600V dV Sentry is the first dV/dt filter on the market to offer comprehensive three-in-one protection for VFDs and motors against peak voltage, high rise times and now, common mode voltage reduction. The dV Sentry is well suited for the demands of industrial equipment including HVAC, water/wastewater and irrigation.
In the past, traditional dV/dt filters only protected against power distortion created over long lead voltage lengths between VFDs and motors. Now, thanks to MTE's patented Triple Defense Core technology, protection against long lead power distortion, voltage spikes and common mode voltage can be achieved in one system. Through MTE's unique design, the dV Sentry has been proven to reduce common mode voltage by over 50 percent. This achievement - an industry first in a dV/dt filter - significantly reduces damage to motor bearings, motor insulation and unexpected ground fault trips and erratic behavior of VFDs and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
"In working closely with our OEM and Integrator customers, we observed an unmet need in the marketplace for a dV/dt filter that can significantly reduce power quality problems for AC motors, VFDs and associated equipment," said Stu Accola, Product Marketing Manager at MTE Corporation. "Our new dV Sentry filter, with its three-in-one protection, raises the bar for future dV/dt filters as its innovative technology and robust design leads the industry in performance. This ultimately results in longer motor life and higher efficiency."
Designed for operations in harsh environments, the dV Sentry operates from -40°C to 60°C. The dV Sentry features a small compact design as well as lighter weight, facilitating easier installation. Operating at a low noise level (<65 db), the dV Sentry can work in virtually any environment.
Moreover, the dV Sentry offers a much lower watts loss compared to any other dV/dt filters on the market. Low watts loss (heat) helps ensure longer life and protection for equipment around the filter.
Available in NEMA1/2 and NEMA 3R configurations, the new dV Sentry is backed by a 3-year warranty and is UL and cUL Listed. For more information on MTE's complete line of power quality solutions, visit: http://www.mtecorp.com or call 800-455-4MTE (800-455-4683).
About MTE Corporation:
MTE Corporation is an international supplier of power quality solutions designed to improve the reliability of power electronic systems and adjustable frequency drives. MTE manufactures line/load reactors, Matrix(®) AP Passive Harmonic Filters, EMI/RFI filters, DC link chokes, dV Sentry(TM) and SineWave Guardian(TM) motor protection filters, plus numerous custom magnetic products that provide power quality solutions in a broad range of applications.
MTE Contact: Media Contact:
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Commercial Programs Manager Jennings & Associates Communications, Inc.
New Micro Four Thirds Digital Interchangeable Single Focal Length Lens LUMIX G 14mm / F2.5 II ASPH. (H-H014A)
Featuring Compact, High Quality Design for Stylish GM Series Cameras
NEWARK, N.J., Sept. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic is proud to announce a new digital interchangeable single focal length lens, the LUMIX G 14mm / F2.5 II ASPH. (H-H014A) based on the Micro Four Thirds system standard. Offered in black and silver, the new LUMIX G 14mm / F2.5 II ASPH. matches the GM series of LUMIX Digital Single Lens Mirrorless (DSLM) cameras - the new DMC-GM5 or DMC-GM1. The lens will be available at http://www.shop.panasonic.com and valued channel partners in mid November.
The LUMIX G 14mm / F2.5 II ASPH. features a 14mm (35mm camera equivalent: 28mm) wide angle and F2.5 high speed with sharp, high contrast image rendering. Taking advantage of the wide angle of view and deep depth of field, the compact LUMIX G 14mm / F2.5 II ASPH. offers excellent performance for shooting not only landscapes but also general photography.
Comprised of 6 lenses in 5 groups, including 3 aspherical lenses, the lens system achieves both compactness with short overall length of apprpx.20.5mm and high optical performance. It also excels in shooting subjects with components of straight lines including architecture thanks to the minimized distortion. It incorporates a superior inner focus system which enables excellent resolution and contrast from full life-size magnification to infinity. The inclusion of a stepping motor makes the focusing action smooth and silent for use in both photo and video recording to be classified as a LUMIX HD Lens. When mounted on the Digital Single Lens Mirrorless (DSLM) cameras of LUMIX G, users can take advantage of the high-speed, high-precision Contrast AF system.
Seven blades give the aperture a rounded shape that produces an attractively smooth effect in out-of-focus areas when shooting at larger aperture settings. Highly reliable metal mount assures durability for active use and uses multi-coated lens elements that minimize ghosts and flare to further enhance its shooting performance.
To learn more about Panasonic's line of LUMIX Digital Cameras and other consumer electronic products please visit http://www.shop.panasonic.com and http://www.lumixlounge.com. You can also follow Panasonic on Twitter (@PanasonicUSA) and Facebook.
About Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
Based in Newark, NJ, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company is a division of Panasonic Corporation of North America, the principal North American subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation. The company offers a wide range of consumer solutions in the U.S. including products from VIERA Life+ Screens, Blu-ray players, LUMIX Digital Cameras, Camcorders, Home Audio, Cordless Phones, Home Appliances, Beauty, Grooming, Wellness and Personal Care products and more. In Interbrand's 2014 annual "Best Global Green Brands" report, Panasonic ranked number five overall and the top electronics brand in the report.To learn more about our products, visit http://www.panasonic.com. Follow Panasonic on Twitter @panasonicUSA; additional company information for journalists is also available at http://www.panasonic.com/pressroom.
"Second Earth 2.0", a New Journey into Deep Space, Now Released
SEOUL, South Korea, Sept. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- NTREEV SOFT, a Korea-based game developer and publisher, has announced the latest version of its sci-fi strategy game Second Earth.
Second Earth embarks on a new season with "Second Earth 2.0", a major update packed with 20+ new features including 'Explore', Hero, and new combat units. Most notably, with the game's new PvE 'Explore', the most anticipated feature of this update, players can now use a probe to search for alien planets to attack. Players can gather a huge amount of resources and ores (depicted in four different colors) by attacking any planet they find. And if they are mounted to the 'Monolith', a huge stone pillar, attack and defense power of the player's planet is boosted.
Moreover, in "Second Earth 2.0" a new hero, Captain Iron, appears for the first time to bolster the fun of the game's strategy and character cultivation. Captain Iron is an advanced unit that can be grown through upgrades and used to guard your planet or attack others. This first hero, Captain Iron, comes in the form of a huge robot with two massively powerful arms and is available only with the new resource, antimatter.
And not to stop there, three new combat units are also newly introduced including Assassin, Flame, and Heavy. These are advanced combat robots that stay far afield from existing units with each being specially equipped with high levels of specs and special skills to play a key role in leading combat to victory.
There are also 30 more stages added to the single play version for more advanced levels of play, and even a Friendly Battle option where you can engage in fratricide with your own combat units. To celebrate this update, NTREEV SOFT will roll out an event with in-game prizes for players of "Second Earth 2.0" worldwide.
Established in 2003, NTREEV SOFT Co., Ltd. is a game developer and publisher based in the Republic of Korea. NTREEV SOFT develops games that can be enjoyed on a variety of digital platforms, such as online, mobile and consoles. So far the company has developed and serviced 20 games including Pangya and Professional Baseball Manager. NTREEV SOFT is a subsidiary of NCSoft, the company that owns the titles to Guild Wars 2 and Lineage. For more information please visit http://www.ntreev.com.
The LUMIX DMC-LX100 with New Micro Four Thirds MOS Sensor and F1.7 LEICA DC VARIO-SUMMILUX Lens
Featuring 4K Video Recording Capability
NEWARK, N.J., Sept. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic is proud to introduce the DMC-LX100 (LX100) with Micro Four Thirds High Sensitivity MOS Sensor for the 6(th) generation model of Panasonic's world-renowned LX high-end compact camera series. The new LX100 is not just a successor to the DMC-LX7 but a jump-up that even inherits the DNA of DMC-LC1 - Panasonic's first full manual compact camera released in 2004. The LX100 will be available at http://www.shop.panasonic.com and valued channel partners at the end of October.
To achieve even higher picture quality and multi-aspect capability, the LX100 incorporates the Micro Four Thirds High Sensitivity MOS sensor. It lets subjects stand out of the background impressively with a rich stereoscopic effect. By keeping the resolution at 12.8-megapixels*(1), the amount of light is enough to improve the S/N ratio, making it possible to capture clear image with minimum noise even when shot at high ISO. The Venus Engine is also newly developed to feature multiple noise reduction systems such as Multi Process NR, Random Filter and Aperture Filter, to achieve high color reproduction and high image quality with natural description.
A newly developed LEICA DC VARIO-SUMMILUX lens (35mm camera equivalent: 24-75mm) boasts F1.7-F2.8 high speed and high descriptiveness in detail and resolution to each corner. It also produces stunningly beautiful defocus together with the large MOS Sensor. In addition, newly adopted 9-blade aperture diaphragm help produce bokeh with a smooth, circular shape. The versatile zoom range of 24-75mm (35mm camera equiv.) is suitable for wide-ranging photography to portraits. Notably, landscapes can be captured in dynamic 24mm ultra wide angle in any 4:3, 3:2 or 16:9 aspect thanks to the multi-aspect sensor.
The LX100 integrates a LVF (Live View Finder) with 2764K-dot equivalent high resolution and approx.100% color reproduction. This 16:9 Wide Screen LVF boasts approx.1.39x / 0.7x (35mm camera equiv.) magnification and 100% field of view. A variety of advanced functions are equipped with DMC-LX100 to spur potential of advanced photographers. It allows direct, intuitive control with dedicated rings and dials such as aperture ring, control ring, shutter speed dial or exposure compensation dial.
The LX100 is capable of smooth, high quality video recording not only in Full-HD 1,920 x 1,080 60p (NTSC) AVCHD Progressive (MPEG-4 / H.264) format or MP4 at 60p (NTSC) but also in 4K (QFHD 4K: 3840x2160, at 30 fps(NTSC) in MP4). With this 4K video recording capability, Panasonic is proposing a new way of photo creation called "4K Photo". By grabbing a 3840x2160 8-megapixel equivalent image from the 4K video footage it is possible to capture the spur-of-the-moment which is often missed in still photography. This functionality is now easier with the newly added Hybrid Photography 4K Photo mode.
The LX100 is also superior in response. Featuring newly combined DFD (Depth From Defocus) technology made famous in the LUMIX GH4, accuracy and speed is improved to achieve Light Speed AF of approx. 0.14 sec*(2) to capture fleeting shooting photo opportunities. High speed burst shooting can be shot at 11 fps in full resolution. It also complies with max.1/4,000(mechanical) and 1/16,000(electronic) high speed shutter speed.
For more creative freedom, Creative Control (Filter), Creative Panorama and Photo Style are available. Notably, aperture and shutter speed can be adjusted while applying Creative Control filter, to further inspire the photographers' creativity. The LX100 integrates Wi-Fi® connectivity (IEEE 802.11 b/g/n) with NFC (Near Field Communication) technology camera to offer a more flexible shooting experience and instant image sharing with easy operation. More practical functions including Focus Peaking, Level Gauge, WB (white balance) bracket, highlight/shadow control are also equipped. Now LX100 can develop RAW images into JPEG in camera. A compact external flash (GN7/ISO100?m, GN10/ ISO200?m) that goes with the body color of the camera is bundled to be mounted on the hot shoe.
While the interchangeable lens camera should pursue performance and functionality, compact cameras are more intuitive tools that simply drive people to photography. Combining the best-possible components with Panasonic's state-of-the-art digital/optical technologies, the LX100 is the one and only digital premium compact camera of this age that surely satisfies users not only with the high picture quality but also with a host of advanced functions and operational ease.
*(1) Sensor total pixel is 16.8-megapixel.
*(2 )Based on the CIPA standard, when using Live View Finder.
Other Features
External Flash (Bundled), Highlight / Shadow Control, RAW data development in Camera, Focus Peaking, Level Gauge, Multi-Aspect Bracket, WB (White Balance) Bracket, iA (Intelligent Auto) Mode for Photo and Video
To learn more about Panasonic's line of LUMIX Digital Cameras and other consumer electronic products please visit http://www.shop.panasonic.com and http://www.lumixlounge.com. You can also follow Panasonic on Twitter (@PanasonicUSA) and Facebook.
About Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
Based in Newark, NJ, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company is a division of Panasonic Corporation of North America, the principal North American subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation. The company offers a wide range of consumer solutions in the U.S. including products from VIERA Life+ Screens, Blu-ray players, LUMIX Digital Cameras, Camcorders, Home Audio, Cordless Phones, Home Appliances, Beauty, Grooming, Wellness and Personal Care products and more. In Interbrand's 2014 annual "Best Global Green Brands" report, Panasonic ranked number five overall and the top electronics brand in the report.To learn more about our products, visit http://www.panasonic.com. Follow Panasonic on Twitter @panasonicUSA; additional company information for journalists is also available at http://www.panasonic.com/pressroom.