VIN Viper® Releases New Android Automotive Appraisal App
- Free Android and iPhone Apps now available in iTunes and at the Android Market -
CHARLESTON, S.C., Aug. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Selig Technologies, LLC, an automotive mobile software provider, is proud to announce the release of its VIN Viper Mobile Application Suite for Android phones. VIN Viper, a mobile appraising tool, enables dealers to scan a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and instantly appraise vehicles directly on Android, iPhone and Windows mobile platforms.
"We are very excited to release our new Android app to automotive professionals," said Jason Seligman, President of SeligTech. "There is a tremendous demand for the Android app. Many dealers were frustrated they couldn't access our popular iPhone app on their Android phone. We responded to the market and built the only fully native Android app for automotive appraising. We are excited to finally fill that gap in the mobile appraising market."
VIN Viper dealers can integrate their existing Carfax® , MMR® and Facebook accounts for free and optionally add premium data values from the automotive industry's most trusted sources - Black Book®, NADA®, and Kelley Blue Book®.
Dealers can download VIN Viper and register for free at VINViper.com, the Android Market or iTunes. After registration, users have access to all the great free features VIN Viper offers including VIN decoding, Facebook integration, capturing multiple photos and creating appraisal notes for each vehicle.
Unique to the industry, SeligTech's VIN Viper mobile appraisal suite includes a desktop version that automatically syncs with the VIN Viper mobile app and can be viewed simultaneously. Once a VIN has been scanned using VIN Viper, authorized users can log in to the secure site and access vehicle data, appraisal reports and photos. Dealers in the back office can now see what the buyers in the field are appraising in real time.
Selig Technologies, LLC, has been dedicated to creating innovative solutions for the automotive industry for over 11 years. Their in-depth understanding and experience in the automotive industry enables them to build scalable and rich applications geared toward improving dealers' bottom line.
FOR MEDIA: Contact Lauren Williams, DRIVEN Public Relations, (951) 719-1040, media@vinviper.com.
Level 3 and Global Crossing Stockholders Approve Transaction
BROOMFIELD, Colo. and FLORHAM PARK, N.J., Aug. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Level 3 Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: LVLT) and Global Crossing Limited (NASDAQ: GLBC) today announced that, at separate special meetings, stockholders of both companies voted to approve Level 3's proposed acquisition of Global Crossing. At the Global Crossing shareholders' meeting, 99.8 percent of the Global Crossing shares voting at the meeting were voted in favor of the adoption of the agreement between Global Crossing and Level 3. At the Level 3 stockholders' meeting, 99.6 percent of the Level 3 shares voting at the meeting were voted in favor of the issuance of shares of Level 3 common stock to Global Crossing shareholders, and 85.2 percent of the Level 3 shares outstanding were voted in favor of the proposal to approve the adoption of the Level 3 charter amendment.
"We are very pleased that stockholders of both companies have given their support to this transaction," said James Q. Crowe, CEO of Level 3. "We believe that the combination of our two companies will create immediate and long-term value for our stockholders and customers. We continue to work to obtain the requisite regulatory approvals needed to close the transaction and begin the process of integrating the companies to realize the synergies and opportunities expected from the transaction."
The companies continue to expect the transaction to close before the end of 2011.
About Level 3 Communications
Level 3 Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: LVLT) is a leading international provider of fiber-based communications services. Enterprise, content, wholesale and government customers rely on Level 3 to deliver services with an industry-leading combination of scalability and value over an end-to-end fiber network. Level 3 offers a portfolio of metro and long-haul services, including transport, data, Internet, content delivery and voice. For more information, visit http://www.Level3.com.
Some of the statements made in this press release are forward looking in nature. These statements are based on management's current expectations or beliefs. These forward looking statements are not a guarantee of performance and are subject to a number of uncertainties and other factors, many of which are outside Level 3's control, which could cause actual events to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the statements. The most important factors that could prevent Level 3 from achieving its stated goals include, but are not limited to: the current uncertainty in the global financial markets and the global economy; a discontinuation of the development and expansion of the Internet as a communications medium and marketplace for the distribution and consumption of data and video; and disruptions in the financial markets that could affect Level 3's ability to obtain additional financing. Additional factors include, but are not limited to, the company's ability to: increase and maintain the volume of traffic on its network; develop effective business support systems; manage system and network failures or disruptions; develop new services that meet customer demands and generate acceptable margins; defend intellectual property and proprietary rights; adapt to rapid technological changes that lead to further competition; attract and retain qualified management and other personnel; successfully integrate acquisitions; and meet all of the terms and conditions of debt obligations. Additional information concerning these and other important factors can be found within Level 3's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Statements in this press release should be evaluated in light of these important factors. Level 3 is under no obligation to, and expressly disclaims any such obligation to, update or alter its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.
About Global Crossing Limited
Global Crossing (NASDAQ: GLBC) is a leading global IP, Ethernet, data center and video solutions provider with the world's first integrated global IP-based network. The company offers a full range of data, voice, collaboration, broadcast and media services delivered with superior customer service.
Global Crossing provides services to enterprises (including approximately 40 percent of the Fortune 500); government departments and agencies; and 700 carriers, mobile operators and ISPs. It delivers converged IP services to more than 700 cities in more than 70 countries, and has 17 world-class data centers in major business centers around the globe.
Global Crossing maintains a corporate website at http://www.globalcrossing.com, and you can find additional information about the company through the Investors pages on that website at http://investors.globalcrossing.com. Global Crossing utilizes its website as a channel of distribution of important information about the company. Global Crossing routinely posts financial and other important information regarding the company and its business, financial condition and operations on the Investors web pages.
Visitors to the Investors web pages can view and print copies of Global Crossing's SEC filings, including periodic and current reports on Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and in respect of GCUK's Forms 20-F and 6-K, as soon as reasonably practicable after those filings are made with the SEC. Copies of the charters for each of the standing committees of Global Crossing's Board of Directors, its Corporate Governance Guidelines, Ethics Policy, press releases and analysts presentations are all available through the Investors web pages.
Please note that the information contained on any of Global Crossing's websites is not incorporated by reference in, or considered to be a part of, any document unless expressly incorporated by reference therein.
This press release contains statements about expected future events and financial results that are forward looking and subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause the actual results to differ materially, including: the failure to occur of any condition to the closing of the acquisition of Global Crossing by Level 3 and uncertainties as to the timing of the closing; the failure to achieve or any delay in achieving expected synergies and other financial benefits from the acquisition; changes in Global Crossing's risk profile resulting from the acquisition; limitations on Global Crossing's financial and operational flexibility that arise under the covenants in the amalgamation agreement that could restrict it from taking advantage of opportunities to strategically enhance its business or improve its capital structure; delays or reductions in purchases from Global Crossing by customers because of their perceived uncertainty about its ability to meet their needs after closing of the acquisition; disruptions in Global Crossing's business due to current and prospective employees experiencing uncertainty about their future roles with the company and the diversion of their time and attention from ongoing business operations; Global Crossing's history of substantial operating losses and the fact that, in the near term, funds from operations will not satisfy cash requirements; the availability of future borrowings in an amount sufficient to pay Global Crossing's indebtedness and to fund its other liquidity needs; legal and contractual restrictions on the inter-company transfer of funds by Global Crossing's subsidiaries; Global Crossing's ability to continue to connect its network to incumbent carriers' networks or maintain Internet peering arrangements on favorable terms; the consequences of any inadvertent violation of Global Crossing's Network Security Agreement with the U.S. Government; increased competition and pricing pressures resulting from technology advances and regulatory changes; competitive disadvantages relative to competitors with superior resources; political, legal and other risks due to Global Crossing's substantial international operations; risks associated with movements in foreign currency exchange rates; risks related to restrictions on the conversion of the Venezuelan bolivar into U.S. dollars and to the resultant buildup of a material excess bolivar cash balance, which is carried on Global Crossing's books at the official exchange rate, attributing to the bolivar a value that is significantly greater than the value that would prevail on an open market; potential weaknesses in internal controls of acquired businesses, and difficulties in integrating internal controls of those businesses with Global Crossing's own internal controls; exposure to contingent liabilities; and other risks referenced from time to time in Global Crossing's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Global Crossing undertakes no duty to update information contained in this press release or in other public disclosures at any time.
Global Crossing Analysts/
Global Crossing Media: Investors:
Michael Schneider Mark Gottlieb
+ 1 973 937 0146 + 1 800 836 0342
Michael.Schneider@globalcrossing.com glbc@globalcrossing.com
SOURCE Level 3 Communications, Inc.
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Level 3 Communications, Inc.
Level 3 and Global Crossing Stockholders Approve Transaction
BROOMFIELD, Colo. and FLORHAM PARK, N.J., Aug. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --Level 3 Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: LVLT) and Global Crossing Limited (NASDAQ: GLBC) today announced that, at separate special meetings, stockholders of both companies voted to approve Level 3's proposed acquisition of Global Crossing. At the Global Crossing shareholders' meeting, 99.8 percent of the Global Crossing shares voting at the meeting were voted in favor of the adoption of the agreement between Global Crossing and Level 3. At the Level 3 stockholders' meeting, 99.6 percent of the Level 3 shares voting at the meeting were voted in favor of the issuance of shares of Level 3 common stock to Global Crossing shareholders, and 85.2 percent of the Level 3 shares outstanding were voted in favor of the proposal to approve the adoption of the Level 3 charter amendment.
"We are very pleased that stockholders of both companies have given their support to this transaction," said James Q. Crowe, CEO of Level 3. "We believe that the combination of our two companies will create immediate and long-term value for our stockholders and customers. We continue to work to obtain the requisite regulatory approvals needed to close the transaction and begin the process of integrating the companies to realize the synergies and opportunities expected from the transaction."
The companies continue to expect the transaction to close before the end of 2011.
About Level 3 Communications
Level 3 Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: LVLT) is a leading international provider of fiber-based communications services. Enterprise, content, wholesale and government customers rely on Level 3 to deliver services with an industry-leading combination of scalability and value over an end-to-end fiber network. Level 3 offers a portfolio of metro and long-haul services, including transport, data, Internet, content delivery and voice. For more information, visit http://www.Level3.com.
Some of the statements made in this press release are forward looking in nature. These statements are based on management's current expectations or beliefs. These forward looking statements are not a guarantee of performance and are subject to a number of uncertainties and other factors, many of which are outside Level 3's control, which could cause actual events to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the statements. The most important factors that could prevent Level 3 from achieving its stated goals include, but are not limited to: the current uncertainty in the global financial markets and the global economy; a discontinuation of the development and expansion of the Internet as a communications medium and marketplace for the distribution and consumption of data and video; and disruptions in the financial markets that could affect Level 3's ability to obtain additional financing. Additional factors include, but are not limited to, the company's ability to: increase and maintain the volume of traffic on its network; develop effective business support systems; manage system and network failures or disruptions; develop new services that meet customer demands and generate acceptable margins; defend intellectual property and proprietary rights; adapt to rapid technological changes that lead to further competition; attract and retain qualified management and other personnel; successfully integrate acquisitions; and meet all of the terms and conditions of debt obligations. Additional information concerning these and other important factors can be found within Level 3's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Statements in this press release should be evaluated in light of these important factors. Level 3 is under no obligation to, and expressly disclaims any such obligation to, update or alter its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.
About Global Crossing Limited
Global Crossing (NASDAQ: GLBC) is a leading global IP, Ethernet, data center and video solutions provider with the world's first integrated global IP-based network. The company offers a full range of data, voice, collaboration, broadcast and media services delivered with superior customer service.
Global Crossing provides services to enterprises (including approximately 40 percent of the Fortune 500); government departments and agencies; and 700 carriers, mobile operators and ISPs. It delivers converged IP services to more than 700 cities in more than 70 countries, and has 17 world-class data centers in major business centers around the globe.
Global Crossing maintains a corporate website at http://www.globalcrossing.com, and you can find additional information about the company through the Investors pages on that website at http://investors.globalcrossing.com. Global Crossing utilizes its website as a channel of distribution of important information about the company. Global Crossing routinely posts financial and other important information regarding the company and its business, financial condition and operations on the Investors web pages.
Visitors to the Investors web pages can view and print copies of Global Crossing's SEC filings, including periodic and current reports on Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and in respect of GCUK's Forms 20-F and 6-K, as soon as reasonably practicable after those filings are made with the SEC. Copies of the charters for each of the standing committees of Global Crossing's Board of Directors, its Corporate Governance Guidelines, Ethics Policy, press releases and analysts presentations are all available through the Investors web pages.
Please note that the information contained on any of Global Crossing's websites is not incorporated by reference in, or considered to be a part of, any document unless expressly incorporated by reference therein.
This press release contains statements about expected future events and financial results that are forward looking and subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause the actual results to differ materially, including: the failure to occur of any condition to the closing of the acquisition of Global Crossing by Level 3 and uncertainties as to the timing of the closing; the failure to achieve or any delay in achieving expected synergies and other financial benefits from the acquisition; changes in Global Crossing's risk profile resulting from the acquisition; limitations on Global Crossing's financial and operational flexibility that arise under the covenants in the amalgamation agreement that could restrict it from taking advantage of opportunities to strategically enhance its business or improve its capital structure; delays or reductions in purchases from Global Crossing by customers because of their perceived uncertainty about its ability to meet their needs after closing of the acquisition; disruptions in Global Crossing's business due to current and prospective employees experiencing uncertainty about their future roles with the company and the diversion of their time and attention from ongoing business operations; Global Crossing's history of substantial operating losses and the fact that, in the near term, funds from operations will not satisfy cash requirements; the availability of future borrowings in an amount sufficient to pay Global Crossing's indebtedness and to fund its other liquidity needs; legal and contractual restrictions on the inter-company transfer of funds by Global Crossing's subsidiaries; Global Crossing's ability to continue to connect its network to incumbent carriers' networks or maintain Internet peering arrangements on favorable terms; the consequences of any inadvertent violation of Global Crossing's Network Security Agreement with the U.S. Government; increased competition and pricing pressures resulting from technology advances and regulatory changes; competitive disadvantages relative to competitors with superior resources; political, legal and other risks due to Global Crossing's substantial international operations; risks associated with movements in foreign currency exchange rates; risks related to restrictions on the conversion of the Venezuelan bolivar into U.S. dollars and to the resultant buildup of a material excess bolivar cash balance, which is carried on Global Crossing's books at the official exchange rate, attributing to the bolivar a value that is significantly greater than the value that would prevail on an open market; potential weaknesses in internal controls of acquired businesses, and difficulties in integrating internal controls of those businesses with Global Crossing's own internal controls; exposure to contingent liabilities; and other risks referenced from time to time in Global Crossing's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Global Crossing undertakes no duty to update information contained in this press release or in other public disclosures at any time.
Global Crossing Media: Global Crossing Analysts/Investors:
Michael Schneider Mark Gottlieb
+ 1 973 937 0146 + 1 800 836 0342
Michael.Schneider@globalcrossing.com glbc@globalcrossing.com
Motorola Mobility Delivers a Sleek, Slim, and Budget Friendly Smartphone Experience With Motorola XT531(TM)
With a bright 3.5-inch touch screen display and dual cameras, Motorola XT531 is simply better
LIBERTYVILLE, Ill., Aug. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Now there is no need to sacrifice design or function with the Motorola XT531(TM), the new, slim and budget-friendly Android(TM) smartphone from Motorola Mobility. The Motorola XT531 gives users a more engaging experience with its 3.5-inch, extra-bright touch-screen display, dual cameras for vivid video capture, and all the social networking you want. The Motorola XT531 will be available starting this month in China. The device will be available in Hong Kong, Taiwan and select countries in Europe and Latin America starting this fall.
Running on the latest version of Android, or 2.3 Gingerbread, the latest version of Google's operating system, Motorola XT531 is the perfect balance of sleek design, affordability and intuitive functionality. Capture and share your memories in crystal clear clarity with its 5-megapixel auto-focus camera with built in flash. With the *Qik Video Connect you can easily create videos and share with friends in real-time. You can also use the Qik app with the front-facing camera for video chatting. Typing text and email messages is faster and easier with the touch-screen keyboard. Plus, with access to leading social media applications users can stay in constant contact with friends and family.
The fashionable Motorola XT531 also offers unique personalization options through the Moto Switch user interface that enables users to switch between friend and work-centric modes depending on what they're doing.
"Smartphones have become integral, personal parts of users' lives - that's why Motorola believes they should be fun, fashionable and feature-packed," said Fei Liu, senior vice president, mass market consumer products, Motorola Mobility. "Motorola XT531 is an affordable device that gives young, fast-moving users everything they want from a top-quality smartphone."
Motorola XT531 also has best-in-class battery life, allowing users to talk for eight hours or have 28 days of standby in 3G mode. The battery can handle regular multitasking between apps, games and Web browsing, as well as heavy messaging. Users also have access to more than 250,000 apps from the Android Market(TM) and in some countries will have access to SHOP4APPS.
The Motorola XT531 will be marketed as Motorola FIRE(TM) XT in Europe and as Motorola SPICE(TM) XT in Latin America. The Motorola XT531 will be available as single-SIM and dual-SIM models in select parts of Asia. The dual-SIM model will be available starting this fall.
Key Features and Specifications:
-- Runs on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread)
-- Dual-band HSDPA/Quad-band EDGE
-- 3.5" HVGA display with capacitive multi-touch
-- 5MP camera with auto-focus and built in flash
-- Front-facing VGA camera for video call, chat and sharing
-- Moto Switch UI allows users to shift to different modes
-- 800MHz chipset
-- 512MB onboard memory
-- MicroSD card slot expandable up to 32GB
-- Access to Google Apps (Mapping, Voice Turn-by-Turn Directions, 360
Mapping, Google Talk((TM)), Browsing)
-- FM Radio with RDS support
-- Wi-Fi b/g/n
-- E-compass, proximity sensor, ambient light sensor, accelerometer
-- GPS.aGPS
-- LED notifications
-- 3.5mm Audio Jack
-- 1540mAh battery, up to 8 hours of talk time and 28 days in standby in 3G
mode
Availability
Motorola XT531 is available starting in August in China. The device will be available in Hong Kong, Taiwan and select countries in Europe and Latin America starting this Fall.
For more information on Motorola XT531 please visit Motorola XT531 fact sheet.
About Motorola Mobility
Motorola Mobility, Inc. (NYSE: MMI) fuses innovative technology with human insights to create experiences that simplify, connect and enrich people's lives. Our portfolio includes converged mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets; wireless accessories; end-to-end video and data delivery; and management solutions, including set-tops and data-access devices. For more information, visit motorola.com/mobility.
Media Contacts:
Christa Smith858-404-2990christasmith@motorola.comMotorola Mobility, Inc.
Certain features, services and applications are network dependent and may not be available in all areas; additional terms, conditions and/or charges may apply. Contact your service provider for details. All features, functionality and other product specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.
*Not all features are available in all regions. Qik Live Videos will not be available in Latin America.
DFW International Airport Launches Groundbreaking Mobile Integration for Travelers Using "Foursquare" and "Facebook Places"
Smartphone users access concessions deals and special offers based on precise terminal locations
DFW AIRPORT, Texas, Aug. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- DFW International Airport today launched a groundbreaking new program integrating the popular "Foursquare" and "Facebook Places" location-based mobile applications with the Airport's concessions offerings. Customers who check in via social networking at any of DFW's five passenger terminals will have access to special concessions deals and discounts offered within a few yards of their location.
At launch, DFW passengers can redeem offers at 85 different concessions locations, such as Starbucks, Auntie Anne's Pretzels, Brookstone, Hudson News, Reata Grill and many more.
"This program allows DFW concessionaires to place information directly into the hands of passengers, just when they are looking for it," said Jeff Fegan, CEO for DFW Airport. "It will give our customers a great snapshot of what is nearby, so they can make more educated decisions about their purchases."
The program is one of the first of its kind in the airport industry to take advantage of the sweeping popularity of smartphones and mobile apps by incorporating concessionaires on an airport-wide basis. A recent DFW survey shows that 84% of airport passengers use smartphones, and 36% of those smartphone users are utilizing location-based social networking apps to "check in" at certain locations.
"Customers who use smartphones and mobile apps are actively looking for information about their immediate environment, and this is a powerful way to easily share those specifics," said Sharon McCloskey, vice president of Marketing for DFW Airport. "This program really raises the bar for delivering excellent customer service, in a trendsetting and innovative way."
In support of the social networking effort, DFW also launched a new advertising campaign in the terminals promoting mobile check-ins at DFW shops, restaurants and service providers. The ad campaign can be seen throughout the DFW Airport terminals with the use of static ads including banners and wall clings, flight information display monitors, lighted dioramas, window clings and more. Additionally, the new campaign video will be broadcast on all Airport television monitors in public spaces.
DFW Airport will also send "brand ambassadors" into the terminals for the next several weeks to promote awareness of the mobile app integration program. The brand ambassadors will provide passengers with handouts, giveaways and most importantly, live smartphone demonstrations of how to take advantage of the deals.
The program works on any smartphone platform supported by Foursquare and Facebook, including Apple iOS, Blackberry, Android, and Palm.
About DFW International Airport
Located halfway between the cities of Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas, DFW International Airport is the world's third busiest, offering nearly 1,750 flights per day and serving 57 million passengers a year. DFW provides non-stop service to 144 domestic and 47 international destinations worldwide. For the past four years in a row, DFW has ranked in the top five for customer service among large airports worldwide in surveys conducted by Airports Council International. For the latest news, real-time flight information, parking availability or further details regarding the many services provided at DFW International Airport, log on to http://www.dfwairport.com.
(re)defining DFW International Airport
DFW International Airport's $1.9 billion Terminal Renewal and Improvement Program (TRIP) is (re)defining first class for this global gateway. For the latest details regarding TRIP, log on to http://www.dfwairport.com/redefine.
SOURCE DFW International Airport
DFW International Airport
CONTACT: Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport, Public Affairs Department, +1-972-973-5555
Disney Consumer Products Takes Guests to the Heart of the Magic at D23 Expo 2011 Inside the Disney Living Pavilion
ANAHEIM, Calif., Aug. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Disney Consumer Products (DCP) will showcase an extensive collection of Disney merchandise and interactive experiences inside its Disney Living Pavilion at the ultimate Disney fan event, D23 Expo, held at the Anaheim Convention Center from August 19-21.
In the Disney Living Pavilion, D23 Expo attendees can explore the ultimate Disney lifestyle through the neighborhoods of "Style," "Play" and "Celebrations." From the latest toys and newest fashions to the ultimate Disney birthday party and some of the most beloved Disney classics such as Disney It's a Small World, guests can experience all things Disney through an immersive environment featuring: exclusive and never-before-seen products; meet and greets with artists, designers, authors and innovators; hands-on demos and activities; and live performances at the Disney Living Pavilion stage.
Guests can commemorate the event with specially released D23 merchandise including a new Hallmark keepsake ornament, a Toy Story Woody action figure and Finn McMissile Cars vehicle from Mattel, a Minnie Mouse plush from Just Play, limited-edition 25th anniversary items from Disney Store, and more.
Attendees will have the opportunity to interact with Disney Consumer Products' online communities in the Disney Living Social Media lounge. Watch favorite Disney Living videos, virtually check-in and join social networking activities like Tweet-ups and participate in giveaways.
DCP's exciting line-up of events and attractions includes:
Stage Shows
-- On Stage 23, the United States Postal Service and Disney will celebrate
the First Day of Issue Ceremony for the Disney-Pixar Send A Hello
Commemorative Stamps featuring original designs of beloved characters
from films such as Cars, Ratatouille, Toy Story, Up and WALL-E. With
special guests John Lasseter, chief creative officer, Walt Disney and
Pixar Animation Studios, and Ronald A. Stroman, Deputy Postmaster
General, United States Postal Service, plus an artist signing following
the ceremony, this is a must-see event. (Aug. 19, 4:15 p.m.)
-- On Stage 28, guests can enjoy the "it's a small world: Celebrating 45
Years" panel discussion. Panel luminaries include experts from Walt
Disney Imagineering, Disney Parks and Resorts and Disney Consumer
Products, as well as Disney legend Alice Davis - who along with fellow
legend Mary Blair researched, designed and supervised the creation of
more than 150 costumes for the original attraction. (Aug. 19, 1 p.m.)
Disney Play at the Disney Living Pavilion
With toys featuring everyone's favorite Disney characters and stories, there is something for all ages.
-- Making its first public appearance, Rock Star Mickey, the new animated
plush from Fisher-Price will rock out at D23 Expo. Don't miss a special
performance with rocker and Broadway star Constantine Maroulis and Rock
Star Mickey on the Disney Living Pavilion center stage. Releasing this
holiday season at retailers nationwide, Rock Star Mickey is already
generating buzz as a must-have holiday gift. Mickey really gets things
going as he sings, bobs his head, dances across the stage and finishes
with his signature move -- the mouska-split -- where he plays the guitar
with his nose!
-- At the Mattel booth, the whole family can enjoy some quality time
playing with the newest Disney toys from Mattel including the latest
Cars die-cast vehicles and new space-themed Toy Story playset and action
figures. Plus, be the first to see the Ultimate Disney Princess castle
and VIP doll collection inspired by the hottest Disney Channel stars
releasing this fall just in time for the holidays. Fans can snap up
specially released D23 merchandise from Mattel including a Toy Story
Woody action figure and Finn McMissile Cars vehicle.
-- In the JAKKS Pacific area, kids can live out their favorite stories with
an exciting display of Disney Princess and Disney Fairies role play and
playsets. They can also enjoy carnival-style games from Just Play and
check out the limited-edition Minnie Mouse plush available for the first
time at D23 Expo. And no visit to the Disney Play neighborhood is
complete without a picture next to a life-sized Lightning McQueen
created entirely out of LEGO® bricks.
Disney Style
Guests can experience an array of Disney-inspired apparel, accessories and art in the Disney Style neighborhood.
-- The Disney It's a Small World area will feature fashionable infant and
children's clothing and accessories inspired by Mary Blair's original
art of the iconic attraction. Kids can create Disney It's a Small
World-inspired arts and crafts and participate in a shoe styling
competition. A Nordstrom pop-up shop will feature the latest infant and
toddler apparel collection, TOMS Shoes and BASQ personal care products.
-- Guests can meet the artists and get an autograph from winners of fashion
leader Uniqlo's "Mickey By" global t-shirt design contest. They can also
preview and purchase Hallmark's cherished annual Disney keepsake
ornament featuring a Pook-a-Looz style Steamboat Willie, available first
for D23 Expo guests. And at Retro 51, makers of fine writing
instruments, guests are invited to drop off the ugliest pen they own at
their booth to compete for cool prizes because "Life is too short to
carry an ugly pen!"(TM)
-- At the Disney Beauty lounge, guests can stop by for pampering and
special beauty demonstrations. Kids can have fun, too, with Disney face
art and hair styling. Nutrition, health and wellness will take center
stage in the Disney Food and Health area. Here guests will receive tips
about nutrition and exercise, get snack and meal ideas, learn fun ways
to stay healthy and spin a prize wheel for giveaways.
-- Guests can enjoy The Wonderful Words of Disney sponsored by Disney
Publishing and discover classic tales and new adventures in this
comfortable reading area. From paper to iPad, guests can immerse
themselves in the Disney library. There are daily storytelling sessions,
and guests can go "Behind the Page" at panel discussions and signings
with Disney authors Dave Barry, Ridley Pearson and Don Hahn on Stage 28.
-- Throughout the Disney Style neighborhood, collectors will find treasures
and limited-edition offers. This is the place to meet Disney artists,
see them at work, hear their inspirations and have pieces signed and
dedicated. Guests may wish to participate in the "Disney Storytellers:
Artists of Walt Disney Animation Studios" panel discussion (Aug. 20,
2:30-3:30 p.m., Disney Living Pavilion Center Stage)
Disney Celebrations
At the Disney Celebrations neighborhood, guests will not only be able to join the festivities and activities of a real party with balloons and games, but also have fun learning directly from party planning experts how to make magnificent balloon bouquets, decorate a winning cake and cupcakes, and find the best Disney party decorations. Guests will also be treated to daily birthday cupcake giveaways from DecoPac.
Disney Store
Be one of the first to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Disney Store in its 1,500 square foot pop-up shop at D23 Expo where guests can preview Disney Store's new fall line, as well as specially released D23 Expo items such as limited-edition anniversary merchandise (only available at the event, and to D23 Members shopping on DisneyStore.com after the event, while supplies last), Vinylmation, new Wish-a-Littles from the Kidada for Disney Store collection, and more. On the pavilion's center stage, guests can watch the unveiling of Disney Store's enchanting new Disney Princess Designer Dolls and a fashion parade debuting the 2011 Disney Store Halloween Costume collection. Additionally, Kidada Jones, celebrity jewelry designer, will also make a special guest appearance and unveil her all-new Vinylmation.
Disney Baby
Upstairs in the Baby Care Lounge hosted by Disney Baby, moms can enjoy a moment of serenity and tend to young ones in private. Special prizes will be given away in the lounge, which will be equipped with changing tables and product samples.
Tickets to D23 Expo 2011 are available at http://www.D23Expo.com. Admission includes access to all experiences and entertainment at the D23 Expo and can be purchased for single days or for the full three days of festivities. Admission is $42 for a one-day adult ticket and $32 for children 3-12. Three-day passes are $121 for adults and $91 for children. Members of D23: The Official Community for Disney Fans will receive a discount on admission as well as early entry to each day of the D23 Expo for themselves and their guests. More details about D23 Expo entertainment, events and special guests will be announced in the coming weeks. Fans can keep up with all the news by visiting http://www.D23Expo.com, as well as by following "Disney D23" on Twitter and Facebook.
About D23 Expo 2011
The D23 Expo--The Ultimate Disney Fan Event--brings the entire world of Disney under one roof, providing attendees with unprecedented access to Disney films, television and theme parks. For schedules, live updates, interactive features and tools, polls and much more, check out the D23 Expo mobile app at http://www.D23mobile.com! To be part of the D23 Expo conversation, make sure to follow @DisneyD23 and tag your tweets with #D23Expo. For questions during the D23 Expo, get answers by sending tweets to @D23Expo.
About D23
The name "D23" pays homage to the exciting journey that began in 1923, when Walt Disney opened his fledgling studio in Hollywood. D23 is the first official club for fans in Disney's 88-year history. D23 gives its members a greater connection to the entire world of Disney by placing them in the middle of the magic through its quarterly publication Disney twenty-three; a rich website at http://www.disney.com/D23; a new collectibles line, the Walt Disney Archives Collection; and special events for D23 Members throughout the year, highlighted by the D23 Expo in Anaheim, California, August 19-21, 2011.
About Disney Consumer Products
Disney Consumer Products (DCP) is the business segment of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) and its affiliates that extends the Disney brand to merchandise ranging from apparel, toys, home decor and books and magazines to foods and beverages, stationery, electronics and fine art. This is accomplished through DCP's various lines of business which include: Disney Toys, Disney Fashion & Home and Disney Food, Health & Beauty. Other businesses involved in Disney's consumer products sales are Disney Publishing Worldwide, the world's largest publisher of children's books and magazines, and http://www.DisneyStore.com and http://www.DisneyStore.co.uk, the company's official shopping portals. The Disney Stores retail chain, which debuted in 1987, is owned and operated by Disney in North America, Europe, and Japan. For more information, please visit Disney Consumer Products or follow us at http://www.YouTube.com/DisneyLiving,http://www.Facebook.com/DisneyLiving and http://www.Twitter.com/DisneyLiving.
Media Contacts:Nidia Caceros TatalovichDisney Consumer Products818-544-0399 nidia.tatalovich@disney.com
Social music service reaffirms its commitment to music everywhere by bringing their unique, intuitive and sleek design to Apple's groundbreaking device
SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Rdio, the unlimited, on-demand social music service from the creators of Skype, today announced the availability of Rdio for iPad. Like the company's popular iPhone app, Rdio for iPad lets users discover music through friends and other influencers as well as search for and instantly play any song, artist, album or playlist from a growing catalog of over 10 million songs. The new app fully utilizes the iPad's expansive screen and intuitive touch interface, turning listening to music into a highly visual, social and interactive experience. This uniquely designed iPad app joins a growing collection of Rdio supported devices and platforms that let users sync music seamlessly across devices and easily pick up their listening experience wherever they've left off.
"With Rdio for iPad you can sit back and casually thumb through the world's collection of music to explore new and old favorites in a stunning and sleek manner," said Malthe Sigurdsson, VP of Product Design at Rdio. "Rdio is focused on design and access across platforms and we were meticulous with every aspect of our iPad app as it is our most requested and anticipated platform to date. Albums flip over to reveal track listings, transitions between portrait and landscape orientations are gorgeously animated, and controls and lists are cleverly laid out to show off album art in high definition."
Rdio for iPad takes advantage of the device's glossy widescreen, bringing album cover art to life in both display modes, with a clean layout and intuitive user experience. The app includes all the features of Rdio's widely praised iPhone app in a format designed specifically for the iPad, including:
-- Activity - Follow the recent activity of other Rdio users, including
friends, recording artists, and influencers whose music taste you
appreciate
-- Offline access - Sync your music collection including songs, albums and
playlists to your mobile devices for listening while you're not
connected to a 3G or wireless network
-- User profiles - Discover new music through other Rdio users by exploring
their music collections, playlists, listening history and more
-- Top charts and heavy rotation - Just want to know what's new and buzzing
in music? Check out top charts to see what's popular on Rdio and what's
in heavy rotation among the people you follow
-- New Releases - Be the first to listen to new albums and singles on the
day they are released
-- Artist Radio and Recommendations - Play a stream of continuous music
similar to an artist or receive recommendations based on your listening
history
-- And much, much more - Listen to and collaborate on playlists, find and
follow friends and influencers, access your web queue, listening history
and more
PricingRdio for iPad is a free download from the iTunes App Store. After a 7-day free trial, users can subscribe to Rdio Unlimited for $9.99/month at rdio.com or $14.99/month if subscribed through Apple's in-app purchasing system. Rdio Unlimited includes access via Web, Mac/Windows desktop clients, Roku, Sonos, Pioneer AppRadio, iPad and all major mobile platforms plus the ability to sync for offline listening. Rdio Web is also available for $4.99/month (Web & Mac/Windows desktop clients).
Rdio is an unlimited, on-demand social music service that brings music alive by letting subscribers listen to as many songs as they want, anytime, anywhere, and discover and share new music with friends. Rdio subscribers build and share their online music collections from a catalogue of over 10 million songs and can check out the listening activity, collections and playlists of other users and influencers as well as see what's in heavy rotation in their network, top charts, and newly released albums. Subscribers can access Rdio on a variety of platforms including web, Mac and Windows desktop clients, mobile phone applications for iPhone, Android, BlackBerry and Windows Phone 7, iPad, in-home devices like Sonos and Roku and in the car on Pioneer AppRadio. Rdio was founded by Janus Friis, one of the founders of Skype and is funded by Atomico, Janus Friis through his investment entities, Mangrove Capital Partners and Skype. For more information please visit http://www.rdio.com.
SOURCE Rdio
Rdio
CONTACT: Jeff Koo of Sparkpr, +1-415-321-1866, press@rdio.com, for Rdio
Las Vegas Data Center Service Provider, CoreLink Data Centers, Aligns With XPEC Global Consortium to Provide Flexible IT Services to Asian Client
Las Vegas Data Center's 1-Megawatt Expansion, together with End-to-End Data Center Connectivity, to Combine with Marketing Company Expertise to Provide Scalable Solutions for International Entity's First U.S. Business Platforms
LAS VEGAS, Aug. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Las Vegas data center service provider, CoreLink Data Centers, LLC (http://www.corelink.com), a member of the Tiger-CDC Global Alliance of data centers, has worked with fellow alliance member XPEC Global Consortium, INC (http://www.xpecinc.com), to provide an unnamed Asian corporation its first U.S. data center operation in support of the corporation's U.S., South American and Asian expansion plans.
CoreLink, with data centers in Las Vegas, Phoenix, Chicago and Seattle, will provide the customer with flexible and scalable data center hosting and IT infrastructure options that meet key service and financial requirements. In addition, CoreLink's soon-to-be completed 1-Megawatt (MW) expansion of the company's Las Vegas, Phoenix and Seattle data centers will ensure CoreLink is well positioned to continue to serve its explosive client growth into the future.
"As the Las Vegas market continues to demonstrate extraordinarily strong long term growth trends, we are well down the path of identifying and securing our second data center to serve the Las Vegas market," said Charles Picasso, CoreLink Chairman and CEO. "This provides our current and future customers the comfort and peace of mind that we are committed to ensuring top-tier service today and into the future."
XPEC, on its Asian client's behalf, chose CoreLink from among Tiger-CDC member companies to propose and craft a specially designed data center ecosystem that, in addition to scalability, provides technology and power options, as well as a footprint for global expansion.
CoreLink and XPEC together provide a proven track record of delivering data center services for small-, medium- and large-enterprise customers backed with CoreLink's 100 percent Uptime Service Level Agreement (SLA) guarantee covering all infrastructure elements and service metrics, which, in addition to power, addresses temperature and network availability.
"As fellow members of the Tiger-CDC Global Alliance, our company has established a strong relationship and track record with XPEC, which works to match its client companies with data center service providers that meet both their current and future IT infrastructure requirements," said Picasso. "Our team worked closely with XPEC to deliver a solution exactly fitting the Asian company's criteria.
"We're proud to have jointly worked to deliver a solution meeting the company's relocation requirements and design implementation," Picasso said. "We look forward to long, mutually fruitful business relationships with XPEC, its new Asian client as well as other future global clients."
XPEC, with U.S. headquarters in San Bruno, Calif., and an international office in Hong Kong, is an international communications service provider (ICSP) that has sales and marketing representatives in 33 countries and provides business clients in 120 nations a variety of global telecommunications products and services through Tiger-CDC vendor companies like CoreLink.
Offering a wide selection of data center, international broadband, IP/MPLS, cloud computing and mobile app products, XPEC provides clients requiring worldwide end-to-end solutions a single point of contact with personalized in-language, in time-zone support.
"Having worked side-by-side with CoreLink's team to develop a comprehensive data center solution for our [Asian] client, we are fully confident CoreLink will meet and exceed the company's requirements as it works to establish an expanded footprint not only in the U.S., but also in South America and other parts of the Asian continent," said Ray Durham, XPEC's President and CEO. "We were most impressed with CoreLink's willingness to develop a tailored data center solution, its commitment to continue to invest in the Las Vegas market, as well as its flexibility in meeting the client's specific power and space parameters," he said.
Contact CoreLink Data Centers for more information about Las Vegas data center services, including managed services and enterprise hosting or call 866-435-2375.
About XPEC Global Consortium:
The XPEC Global Consortium is an International Communications Service Provider (ICSP) that specializes in delivering converged, international communication solutions to business clients throughout the world. Through its worldwide member-channel of Market Applications Consultants, the XPEC Global Consortium offers hundreds of international broadband, IP/MPLS, data center, cloud computing and mobile applications and products in 120 countries and on 6 continents. For more information, email: info@xpecinc.com or call 800-322-4008.
About CoreLink:
CoreLink is a leading data center hosting and managed services provider of critical infrastructure services delivered on a "state of the art," robust and environmentally friendly technology platform. By leveraging data centers in Chicago, Las Vegas, Phoenix, and Seattle with access to massive and diverse network connectivity, CoreLink delivers small, medium and large enterprise customers and service providers with high quality and uniquely agile, data center services. CoreLink's focus on aligning customer needs with the proper solution, combined with a relentless focus on service, provides the flexibility and peace of mind all businesses require from a data center provider.
For more information, please call 866.435.2375 or visit our website or check out more at CoreLink Data Centers' blog, CoreLink on Facebook and @corelinkdata on Twitter.
SOURCE CoreLink Data Centers, LLC
CoreLink Data Centers, LLC
CONTACT: Megan Parker of S&S Public Relations, +1-847-415-9326, mparker@sspr.com, for CoreLink Data Centers, LLC
Sonic Foundry Webcasts Annual Conference on Distance Teaching & Learning
Live hybrid conference option powered by Mediasite
MADISON, Wis., Aug. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Sonic Foundry, Inc.(NASDAQ: SOFO), the recognized market leader for rich media webcasting, lecture capture and knowledge management, today announced the 27th Annual Conference on Distance Teaching & Learning will be streamed to a remote audience using Mediasite. The conference, sponsored by the University of Wisconsin Division of Continuing Studies, is being held this week at Monona Terrace in Madison, Wis.
One of the oldest conferences on the topic, the Annual Conference on Distance Teaching & Learning is recognized internationally for the quality and integrity of its program. Presenters and attendees exchange resources, research, and best practices that are relevant to the design and delivery of distance education and training.
Hybrid attendees will have the opportunity to view live streams of sessions via Mediasite, as well as have on-demand access to the recorded archives for three months after the conference. Remote viewers will engage in live question and answer with presenters and online networking with other virtual attendees using the Twitter hashtag #dtl2011.
Mediasite user Dr. Diane Zorn, Course Director at York University, will be giving a demonstration entitled, "Can Lecture Capture Make You a Better Professor?" on August 4 at 2:40 p.m.
The conference will be webcast via Mediasite by Sonic Foundry. Trusted by more than 850 colleges and universities, the patented Mediasite webcasting and content management system quickly and cost-effectively automates the capture, management, delivery and search of rich media presentations that combine audio, video and accompanying graphics for live or on-demand viewing.
About Sonic Foundry®, Inc.
Sonic Foundry (NASDAQ: SOFO, http://www.sonicfoundry.com) is the global leader for rich media webcasting and knowledge management, providing enterprise communication solutions for education, business and government. Powered by Mediasite, the patented webcasting platform which automates the capture, management, delivery and search of lectures, online training and briefings, Sonic Foundry empowers people to transform the way they communicate. Through the Mediasite platform and its Event Services group, the company helps customers connect a dynamic, evolving world of shared knowledge and envisions a future where learners and workers around the globe use webcasting to bridge time and distance, accelerate research and improve performance. Product and service names mentioned herein are the trademarks of Sonic Foundry, Inc. or their respective owners.
Certain statements contained in this news release regarding matters that are not historical facts may be forward-looking statements. Because such forward-looking statements include risks and uncertainties, actual results may differ materially from those expressed in or implied by such forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include, but are not limited to, uncertainties pertaining to continued market acceptance for Sonic Foundry's products, its ability to succeed in capturing significant revenues from media services and/or systems, the effect of new competitors in its market, integration of acquired business and other risk factors identified from time to time in its filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Wonder Bingo Members See Introduction of New Room as Part of Summer Promotions
CHESTER, England, August 4, 2011/PRNewswire/ --
Committed to bringing players the latest in the world of online bingo,
Mad About Bingo [http://madaboutbingo.co.uk ] brings news of a brand new
bingo room which is now open on social gaming site, Wonder Bingo
[http://madaboutbingo.co.uk/bingo-reviews/wonder-bingo ]. The room looks to
offer customers great value bingo with fantastic jackpot prizes.
With summer finally upon us, it seems Wonder Bingo has pulled out all
the stops when it comes to pleasing its fans. A firm favourite amongst
online bingo players, Wonder Bingo has grown from strength to strength.
Adapted from a Facebook app, Wonder Bingo has a friendly community and
plenty of unique features which make it different from any other on the
market. Thanks to the summer promotions which have recently been unleashed
on the site, Mad About Bingo expects to see Wonder Bingo in the limelight
for a long time to come.
The brand new bingo room, known as the Piggy Bank, opened for business
on 3rd August. Offering value for money, ticket prices are at the bargain
price of 2p. The room will be open every day from 4pm to 7pm giving players
plenty of chance to play.
Players both new and old are invited to play in the all new room and
will be welcomed with a free GBP3 gift. For a limited time only, players
will also receive a 300% welcome bonus and a 150% reload bonus as well.
LG Electronics Expands Consumer Preferred* LG CINEMA 3D Line With New Home Entertainment Packages
3D Entertainment Packages Include LG CINEMA 3D HDTV, 3D Blu-ray Disc Player, Four Pairs of Lightweight 3D Glasses
ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., Aug. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Following the release of study results showing that four out of five consumers prefer LG CINEMA 3D over Sony and Samsung active 3D televisions,* LG Electronics today launched two new LG CINEMA 3D entertainment packages, which include an LG CINEMA 3D HDTV, 3D Blu-ray Disc player and four pairs of LG's lightweight 3D glasses - all packed together in one box.
"As more and more people seek to bring the 3D viewing experience into their homes, LG is offering them an easy-to-buy and even easier-to-enjoy 3D home entertainment package," said Jay Vandenbree, senior vice president, home entertainment, LG Electronics USA. "Our LG CINEMA 3D entertainment packages are very attractive for retailers and consumers alike to bring the latest 3D movies and sporting events into your living room, delivering a theater-like, comfortable viewing experience and a superior 3D picture preferred by consumers."
The Total 3D Package
The attractively priced LG CINEMA 3D entertainment packages come with a 47- or 55-inch class (47.0- and 54.6-inch diagonals, respectively) LG CINEMA 3D HDTV, an LG 3D Blu-ray Disc(TM) player with the capabilities to play 3D Blu-ray Disc movies in Full HD 1080p picture quality, and four pairs of lightweight, battery-free LG CINEMA 3D glasses. The 3D Blu-ray Disc player is perfect for playing 3D or 2D Blu-ray and DVD movies, and also has the ability to upscale DVDs to near HD quality. In addition, the TV can convert 2D content to 3D for an endless supply of entertainment options.
LG's Next Generation 3D Technology
LG's CINEMA 3D enables consumers to recreate the 3D movie theater viewing experience in their homes with lightweight eyewear, crisp, bright images and wide-angle viewing. In third party 3D TV tests commissioned by LG, four out five people chose LG CINEMA 3D over Sony and Samsung TVs using active flicker 3D glasses*. In addition, more than three quarters of the respondents preferred LG CINEMA 3D for the immersive 3D experience, 3D effect, overall 3D picture quality and 3D glasses*.
Similar to the 3D glasses used in theaters, the LG CINEMA 3D polarized glasses do not have a battery and never need charging and since the glasses do not need to sync with an emitter, viewers can watch from wide angles in the room. The low cost of the eyewear also makes it easier to buy as many pairs as needed to host family and friends for a sporting event or 3D movie night. The Film Patterned Retarder (FPR) optimizes the separation of images for the left and right eye, which are then filtered through the glasses to give viewers a better 3D effect with minimal cross-talk. LG's 3D Light Boost, a thin film covering the screen, creates bright, crisp 3D images for a superior 3D viewing experience by helping to counteracting dimness that can occur with 3D content.
Superior Picture Quality
LED Plus with Local Dimming allows for deeper blacks and richer colors by providing even greater control of brightness through local dimming technology to deliver better contrast, amazing clarity and color detail, while TruMotion 120Hz technology brings extra sharp detail to even the fastest moving scenes, enabling consumers to view sports, video games and high-speed action with virtually no motion blur.
Picture Wizard II takes the guesswork out of picture adjustments providing easy self-calibration with on-screen reference points for key picture quality elements such as black level, color, tint, sharpness and backlight levels. Additionally, Intelligent Sensor automatically optimizes picture brightness to the lighting and color conditions in the room for a more enjoyable viewing experience.
Energy and Cost Efficient
ENERGY STAR® qualified - which for TVs means they save energy both in standby and active modes - LG's Smart Energy Saving Features, allow consumers to conserve money and energy. In addition to using about 30 percent less energy than non-Energy Star TV units, the LED Plus with Local Dimming feature of LG's CINEMA 3D also offers greater energy efficiency compared to conventional LCD TV offerings.
The LG CINEMA 3D entertainment package (model LW5300) will be available in August 2011 in 47- and 55-inch class screen sizes at manufacturer's suggested retail price of $1,399.99 and $1,899.99, respectively.
* Based on LG consumer perception study comparing overall 3D experience LG CINEMA 3D TV vs. Samsung and Sony active 3D TVs in factory default settings, May 2011. LG TV model 47LW5600 with model AG-F200 glasses; Samsung TV model UN46D6420 with model SSG-3100GB glasses; Sony TV model KDL-46EX723 with model TDGBR100/B glasses. Glasses claim is based on weight, comfort and overall preference among all participants surveyed.
About LG Electronics USA
LG Electronics USA, Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics, Inc., a $48 billion global force and technology leader in consumer electronics, home appliances and mobile communications. In the United States, LG Electronics sells a range of stylish and innovative home entertainment products, mobile phones, home appliances, commercial displays, air conditioning systems and solar energy solutions, all under LG's "Life's Good" marketing theme. For more information, please visit http://www.lg.com.
** Designs, features and specifications subject to change without notice
*** For a small percentage of the population, the viewing of stereoscopic 3D video may cause discomfort such as dizziness or nausea. If you experience any of these symptoms, discontinue using the 3D functionality and contact your health care provider.
SOURCE LG Electronics USA
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LG Electronics USA
CONTACT: John Taylor, +1-847-941-8181, john.taylor@lge.com, or Clara Chang, +1-201-816-2011, clara.chang@lge.com, or Dave Hanon, +1-212-880-5208, dave.hanon@lg-one.com, all of LG Electronics USA
Latest Version of Smartphone Calendar App "SnapCal" Released, Supports Dropbox Linkage to Import/Export for Backup and Data Migration
TOKYO, Aug. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Infoteria Corporation announced today its latest version of "SnapCal," an iPhone/iPod touch calendar app that lets users create, edit and share events through Twitter, Google Calendar, Evernote and Facebook. A free version of SnapCal, now available through Apple's App Store, currently supports eight languages -- English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Chinese, Korean and Japanese. SnapCal has seen tremendous growth in the apps market since its launch in 2010. Over 300,000 users in 25 countries have downloaded the SnapCal app.
SnapCal allows Dropbox users to import/export event data from (or onto) Dropbox for backup, data migration to another device, data reuse by another application and more. SnapCal also lets users back up their scheduled events automatically.
-Outside App Linkage
New SnapCal supports outside app linkage with .ics files. For example, if an .ics file is attached to the email, users can open and import event data into SnapCal directly by pressing and holding the attached file.
-UI/Performance Enhancement
Direct jump to specific date, changing timeslot width by pinch (Landscape Week View), Direct Event Editing in Day View, enhanced communication performance with SnapCal server, etc...SnapCal boosts user experience and convenience.
About Infoteria
Infoteria Corporation was founded in 1998 as the first software vendor dedicated to XML in Japan. Infoteria has been providing software and related support, consulting, and training ever since. Infoteria's main product is ASTERIA, package software to federate enterprise information systems based on XML technology. ASTERIA has the largest share of the enterprise application integration (EAI) software market in Japan. The number of ASTERIA user companies had exceeded 2,000 by May 31, 2011. Infoteria is also actively engaged in developing new types of software services, including the CMS for Smart Devices "Handbook", online sticky "lino", and also "SnapCal". Infoteria was listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Mothers Market in 2007.
Note: If you are interested in viewing additional information about Infoteria, please visit the Infoteria website at http://www.infoteria.com/en/. Please note that information was valid at the time of publication, but may since have changed.
Epic Marketplace Announces Final Migration to Enhanced Cross-Channel Ad-Serving Platform.
After almost a year of effort, Epic completes final phase of migrating company to new multichannel ad-serving Platform, and decommissions its legacy ad server.
NEW YORK, Aug. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Epic Marketplace (http://www.epicmarketplace.com), one of the world's leading integrated multichannel digital marketing solutions providers leveraging the social media, mobile, display, and video channels, announced today the completion of its migration to a comprehensive new cross-channel ad-serving Platform. The new Platform provides for a seamless integration between all of Epic Marketplace's distribution channels, and the ability to acquire inventory on either a real-time bidding (RTB) or direct basis, all with a universal frequency cap. An enhanced attribution analytics engine is a key component of the new Platform.
The new Platform represents a substantial transformation of the Epic Marketplace ad serving paradigm. Among the changes, the company has decommissioned its segment verification program, which was a component of its legacy ad server. The new Platform was architected and built with an enhanced suite of consumer privacy protections, positioning the company to further enhance its world-class status as a leader in digital marketing consumer protection best practices.
The new Epic Marketplace Platform is driven by a proprietary Optimization Engine (OE) that is built around advanced polynomial statistical analysis. The OE, as the "brain" of the new platform, is data-type agnostic and analyzes data input on a non-PII basis from multiple sources - e.g., social media data, cookie data, mobile data - and then renders targeting solutions applicable across all of Epic's distribution channels. Among the critical targeting solution sets are strong core competencies in audience aggregation, keyword bidding and contextual analytics, the latter via a real time semantic contextual engine.
"This new Platform is a culmination of a vision we set forth several years ago," said Don Mathis, President and CEO of Epic Marketplace. "With its launch, we are fully positioned for the next five years of growth in our sector - which will be all about the integrated campaign and the opportunity to provide our clients with cross-channel digital marketing solutions, not just a stand-alone display media buy or a social fan campaign, for example. With the new Platform, we can help clients achieve their marketing objectives across the critical digital traffic channels and throughout the marketing funnel."
Epic Marketplace has strongly leveraged its deep partnership with LucidMedia in the development of certain components of the new Platform's infrastructure. In particular, the new Platform utilizes key components of LucidMedia's comprehensive demand-side, real-time bidding (RTB) management platform and its patented semantic contextual targeting engine as integral pieces of the infrastructure of the new Platform.
Through the new Platform, Epic Marketplace is confident that it will provide even greater value for its clients. The company's enhanced capabilities will allow it to scale campaigns with a universal frequency cap and in a fully integrated approach across social, mobile, display and video, across its own network of premium inventory, and across major exchanges and supply-side platforms such as AdMeld, PubMatic and Rubicon.
"We're very pleased that after such a long process, this important work for Epic Marketplace has been completed so effectively - and on-time," said Mathis. "Our new Platform solidifies our market leadership position and allows us to leverage data and enhanced statistical targeting across all critical digital marketing channels. Moreover, the new Platform has been built with an enhanced suite of consumer privacy protections, further ensuring our compliance leadership position as well."
Epic Marketplace (http://www.epicmarketplace.com) is the leading integrated multichannel digital marketing solutions provider leveraging social media, mobile, display, and video. Through Epic Marketplace, the top brands and agencies can engage, persuade, influence and communicate with their best consumers and prospects helping to grow and enhance their brand while boosting sales and creating sustainable relationships.
About LucidMedia
LucidMedia (http://www.lucidmedia.com) is the most comprehensive and transparent digital advertising management platform for targeting and optimizing display campaigns. The LucidMedia demand-side platform (DSP) with ClickSense® page-level contextual analysis and intelligent real-time bidding (RTB) is available as both self-service and managed service to interactive agencies and brand advertisers. LucidMedia's platform employs an easy-to-use interface to deliver proprietary optimization, consolidated buying across the Internet's largest repositories, unique insight into real-time inventory availability, preemptive brand safety, universal frequency capping, and reach into 95% of the online population. Founded in 1999, LucidMedia processes more than one billion impressions daily for hundreds of major brand advertisers.
RatePoint Survey Reveals New Customers Form Their First Impression From Online Reviews Before Visiting Local Businesses
More than three-quarters of respondents read online reviews prior to trying a local business they've never used before
NEEDHAM, Mass., Aug. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- RatePoint, the simplest way for small and local businesses to track and improve their online reputation, reports new research showing that 76 percent of consumers read online reviews prior to doing business with a company they've never used before. For services businesses that conduct work in-home, the stakes are even higher. Eighty-one percent of those surveyed indicated a likelihood of looking for an online review of a local business that comes to their house.
The RatePoint study also revealed consumers now use online reviews (68 percent) nearly as much as recommendations from friends (77 percent) before trying a new business. RatePoint surveyed 185 consumers in May 2011, about their perceptions of online reviews to understand the value a consumer associates with reviews.
"Our data clearly shows online reviews are the new way consumers validate a local business before they will set foot inside," said Keith Cooper, CEO of RatePoint. "Local businesses need to proactively collect and showcase feedback from their satisfied customers. Those who do will be in a much stronger position to gain new business and future revenue directly from online reviews."
To help local businesses grow sales by understanding the review landscape for their business, RatePoint today announces the beta launch of RatePoint Review Report. Local businesses can get a free report assessing their business and comparing their online reputation of one other local business by going to http://www.ratepoint.com.
"RatePoint Review Report will help small and local businesses to simplify the review landscape," Cooper said. "Businesses who fail to interact will be at the mercy of how consumers are branding their business for them."
RatePoint Review Report automatically gathers information from the top sites for reviews and ratings and provides a single, comprehensive evaluation and Reputation Score to assess the business's reputation compared to local competitors.
About RatePoint Inc.
RatePoint Inc., the simplest way for small and local businesses to track and improve their online reputation, allows business owners to harness the power of credible customer feedback and leverage it into a sales, marketing and customer service asset.
RatePoint's easy-to-use, Web-based services include a comprehensive Review Report to assess the business's current online reputation, monitoring to track what's being said online and improvement tools to help collect customer reviews and publish them to the local business's website, social networks and local search sites. For more information, contact us at: 888-777-1636 or visit: http://www.ratepoint.com.
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Contacts:
Yvonne Gaudette Megan Soule
RatePoint Inc. Airfoil Public Relations
(781) 465-2052 (248) 304-1428
ygaudette@ratepoint.com soule@airfoilpr.com
Servigistics Launches New Interactive Resource for the Aerospace and Defense (A&D) Industry
New Servigistics website provides in-depth knowledge and expertise to help meet unique A&D service supply chain challenges
ATLANTA, Aug. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Servigistics, the world's leading enterprise software solution provider for Service Lifecycle Management (SLM), announced today that it has launched "Servigistics for Aerospace and Defense (A&D)," a new microsite specifically dedicated to helping A&D organizations learn how to optimize the management of materials for complex assets like commercial aircraft or land, sea, and air based weapon systems.
"We recognize that our clients in A&D face unique service business challenges and requirements that call for specialized solutions and processes," said Eric Hinkle, president and CEO, Servigistics. "From managing the day-to-day tactical planning required to drive fluid inventory networks to maximizing availability of fleets and weapons systems, this exclusive online resource will help A&D companies find the best solutions and learn how they have helped others meet these challenges successfully."
The new "Servigistics for Aerospace and Defense" website will focus on four key areas: Aerospace, Commercial Aviation, Defense and MRO. With a library of white papers from industry experts, case studies, articles and more, the website is a comprehensive tool that will give A&D companies best practice tips and techniques for tackling complex service lifecycle management issues.
Servigistics offers A&D companies a highly specialized solution that couples state of the art optimization - to meet operational challenges such as fleet availability, system readiness, maintenance schedules or part fill rates - with a robust tactical planning model - to help realize the optimized value. Underpinned by thirty years of development, the Servigistics solution incorporates the best practices of leading airlines, DoD OEMs, MRO providers, and Warfighters.
Servigistics is the world's leading enterprise software solution provider for Service Lifecycle Management (SLM). The company's award-winning SLM solutions suite enables market-leading companies across diverse industries to successfully execute a service-led growth strategy that delivers value across the entire global service supply chain. Servigistics' Oracle Fusion and SAP Netweaver-certified solutions address all the key post-sale service areas including service parts planning and pricing, field service management, service logistics, warranty management, service knowledge, remote service and content management. Servigistics is a privately-held company headquartered in Atlanta, with regional headquarters in the UK, France, Japan, India, and Taiwan and sales and service professionals around the world. Please contact Servigistics at 1.888.942.8623 or +1.770.565.2340, via e-mail at info@servigistics.com, or via the Web at http://www.servigistics.com. Follow Servigistics on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.
AT&T Customers Get More Mobile Broadband Coverage in Lancaster County
New Cell Site Activated as Part of Ongoing AT&T Investment in Local Wireless Network
LANCASTER, Pa., Aug. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of its continuing network investment to support growing demand for advanced mobile devices and applications, AT&T* today announced the activation of a new mobile broadband cell site in Ephrata that will enhance coverage for area residents and businesses in the northeastern part of Lancaster County along portions of Route 222, Woodcrest Road, Ridge Avenue and Glenwood Drive. With mobile broadband speeds, AT&T customers can surf the Web, download files faster, and enjoy the very latest interactive mobile applications.
"Delivering dependable wireless coverage for consumers and businesses who need to stay connected is our ultimate objective," said J. Michael Schweder, president, AT&T Pennsylvania. "AT&T's ongoing investments in Lancaster County will help ensure that our customers have access to the wireless services that help drive economic growth."
The new cell site is one part of AT&T's ongoing efforts to drive investment and innovation to deliver the nation's best, most advanced mobile broadband experience for customers. With the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T provides accelerated mobile data speeds and simultaneous voice and data capabilities.
"Our goal is for our customers to have an extraordinary experience. As part of the Ephrata community, we're always looking for new opportunities to provide enhanced coverage, and our investment in the local wireless network is just one way we're accomplishing that," said Tiffany Baehman, vice president and general manager, AT&T greater Philadelphia market. "In addition, our recently announced agreement to acquire T-Mobile USA will strengthen and expand our network in Lancaster County. If approved, this deal means that we'll be able to expand the next generation of mobile broadband - 4G LTE - from our current plan of 80 percent of the U.S. population to more than 97 percent."
AT&T's mobile broadband network is based on the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) family of technologies that includes GSM and UMTS, the most widely used wireless network platforms in the world. AT&T has the broadest international coverage of any U.S. wireless provider, providing access to voice service in more than 220 countries and data service in more than 200 countries. AT&T also offers voice and data roaming coverage on more than 135 major cruise ships, as well as mobile broadband services in more than 130 countries.
AT&T also operates the nation's largest Wi-Fi network** with more than 24,000 hotspots in the U.S. and provides access to more than 135,000 hotspots globally through roaming agreements. Most AT&T smartphone customers get access to our entire national Wi-Fi network at no additional cost, and Wi-Fi usage doesn't count against customers' monthly wireless data plans.
For more information about AT&T's coverage in Pennsylvania or anywhere in the United States, consumers can visit the AT&T Coverage Viewer. Using the online tool, AT&T customers can measure quality of coverage from a street address, intersection, ZIP code or even a landmark.
For updates on the AT&T wireless network, please visit the AT&T network news page.
*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.
** Largest based on company branded and operated hotspots. Access includes AT&T Wi-Fi Basic. A Wi-Fi enabled device required. Other restrictions apply. See http://www.attwifi.com for details and locations.
About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) is a premier communications holding company. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet, voice and cloud-based services. A leader in mobile broadband and emerging 4G capabilities, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide of any U.S. carrier, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verse® and AT&T |DIRECTV brands. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world. In domestic markets, AT&T Advertising Solutions and AT&T Interactive are known for their leadership in local search and advertising.
Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com. This AT&T news release and other announcements are available at http://www.att.com/newsroom and as part of an RSS feed at http://www.att.com/rss. Or follow our news on Twitter at @ATT.
Leading insect and weed control brand unveils iPhone tool to help consumers identify and solve pest problems
ST. LOUIS, Aug. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Can you tell the difference between an aphid and an armyworm? How about diagnosing that circular brown patch in your lawn? Now iPhone and iPad users can get these answers and more with the new Spectracide® Pest Guide app, a free download available from the iTunes store (http://itunes.apple.com) to help users identify pests and find the solutions available to control them.
The Spectracide Pest Guide app is designed to simplify the home pest control category for consumers by giving them expert advice at their fingertips - wherever and whenever they need it. An easy-to-use mobile tool that takes the guesswork out of pest problems, the new app allows users to search a database of insect, weed and disease types based on their location and season, capture bug and weed images and search for Spectracide products. It also features a retail locator and a UPC scanner, which provides product information, store locations and how-to-videos.
"The Spectracide Pest Guide is the first app of its kind in the lawn and garden industry," said Eric Kenney, Senior Director of Marketing for Spectracide brand. "We're making it easier for consumers to identify the weed, insect or disease problem they're trying to treat, then find the best solution."
The Spectracide Pest Guide app's features include:
Pest Guidebook and Solution Finder
The Spectracide Pest Guide app uses an individual's season and region of the country to formulate lists of the most common weeds, insects and diseases - complete with images - tailored specifically for that user. Once the homeowner identifies the pest he or she is looking for, the app suggests the appropriate Spectracide product to solve the problem and provides a link to retailers that carry that product.
Capture & Compare
If a user is not able to identify a pest using the Pest Guidebook, he or she can use the Capture & Compare function to take a photo of the pest, then match the photo against the images in the Guidebook for easier identification. If the homeowner is not able to identify the pest, he or she can e-mail images to Spectracide experts for help in finding a solution.
Retailer Locator
The Locate a Retailer feature provides local listings of where Spectracide products are sold based on a user's current location or the zip code specified.
UPC Scanner
The UPC Scan & Learn feature allows users to scan the barcode of any Spectracide product and get detailed information about that product.
Spectracide brand is a leader in insect and weed control, which offers a variety of indoor and outdoor pest solutions, including weed and grass killer; brush and poison ivy killer; ant, fire ant, Japanese beetle, wasp and hornet protection; rose and flower care; lawn disease control; and more. Spectracide products are produced by United Industries Corporation, a leading supplier of home and garden products, and a subsidiary of Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc. For more information, visit http://www.spectracide.com.
About Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc.
Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc., (NYSE: SPB) and a member of the Russell 2000 Index, is a diversified, global consumer products company and a leading supplier of batteries, shaving and grooming products, personal care products, small household appliances, specialty pet supplies, lawn & garden and home pest control products, personal insect repellents and portable lighting. Helping to meet the needs of consumers worldwide, the Company offers a broad portfolio of market-leading and widely trusted brands including Rayovac®, Remington®, Varta®, George Foreman®, Black & Decker®, Toastmaster®, Tetra®, Marineland®, Nature's Miracle®, Dingo®, 8-in-1®, Littermaid®, Spectracide®, Cutter®, Repel®, and Hot Shot®. Spectrum Brands Holdings' products are sold by the world's top 25 retailers and are available in more than one million stores in more than 120 countries around the world. Spectrum Brands Holdings generated net sales of $3.1 billion from continuing operations in fiscal 2010. For more information, visit http://www.spectrumbrands.com.
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-- Emdeon stockholders to receive $19.00 per share in cash
-- Transaction valued at approximately $3 billion
-- Emdeon to become a privately held company
NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Emdeon Inc. (NYSE: EM), a leading provider of healthcare revenue and payment cycle management and clinical information exchange solutions, today announced that it has entered into a definitive merger agreement with Blackstone Capital Partners VI L.P. under which this Blackstone fund will acquire a controlling interest in Emdeon in a transaction valued at approximately $3 billion that will result in Emdeon becoming a private company. Hellman & Friedman will maintain a significant minority equity interest in Emdeon.
Under the terms of the merger agreement, holders of Emdeon common stock will receive $19.00 per share in cash. Emdeon's Board of Directors has unanimously approved the merger agreement and is recommending that Emdeon's stockholders adopt the merger agreement. General Atlantic and Hellman & Friedman have agreed to vote shares owned by them representing, in the aggregate, approximately 70% of the Company's outstanding shares, in favor of the transaction.
"This transaction provides for a great return for our investors," said George Lazenby, chief executive officer for Emdeon. "We are excited about the opportunity to move forward with two excellent investors in Blackstone and Hellman & Friedman. They each have an in-depth understanding of our business and industry, and will be tremendous partners as we continue to pursue our strategy of making healthcare efficient. We are looking forward to building upon our leadership position in healthcare information technology and services, made possible by the continued support of our customers and the dedication and commitment of our employees."
Lazenby continued, "We also wish to acknowledge the tremendous contributions of global growth investor General Atlantic in our development and thank them for the leadership and support they have provided since becoming our majority owner in 2006."
"We are thrilled to be investing in such a high quality company," said Neil P. Simpkins, senior managing director of Blackstone. "Blackstone looks forward to supporting Emdeon and its experienced management team, in continuing to provide innovative products and services to the healthcare industry."
"We are excited about the proposed transaction and the value it brings to Emdeon stockholders," said Allen Thorpe, managing director for Hellman & Friedman. "We believe that Emdeon has a great healthcare IT franchise and we look forward to the next chapter of our working relationship."
The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions, including approval by Emdeon's stockholders and clearance under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act, and is currently expected to be completed in the second half of 2011. Following completion of the transaction, Emdeon will become a privately held company and its Class A common stock will no longer be traded on the New York Stock Exchange.
Morgan Stanley acted as lead financial advisor and UBS Investment Bank acted as co-financial advisor to Emdeon's Board of Directors. Paul Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP acted as legal advisor to Emdeon. King & Spalding LLP acted as legal advisor to Emdeon's outside directors. Blackstone Advisory Partners LP, Banc of America Merrill Lynch, Barclays Capital and Citigroup acted as financial advisors and Ropes & Gray LLP acted as legal advisors to Blackstone.
Credit Facility
Blackstone has secured committed financing from Banc of America Merrill Lynch, Barclays Capital and Citigroup. These funds, in addition to equity financing from Blackstone, will finance the cash consideration to be paid to Emdeon's stockholders.
Quarterly Results Announcement
Emdeon noted that, with the proposed transaction, it will not host a conference call to discuss financial results for the second quarter of 2011. The Company expects to issue its earnings release and file its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2011 on or about August 8, 2011.
About Emdeon
Emdeon is a leading provider of revenue and payment cycle management solutions, connecting payers, providers and patients in the U.S. healthcare system. Emdeon's product and service offerings integrate and automate key business and administrative functions of its payer and provider customers throughout the patient encounter. Through the use of Emdeon's comprehensive suite of products and services, which are designed to easily integrate with existing technology infrastructures, customers are able to improve efficiency, reduce costs, increase cash flow and more efficiently manage the complex revenue and payment cycle process. For more information, visit http://www.emdeon.com.
About Blackstone
Blackstone (NYSE: BX) is one of the world's leading investment and advisory firms. Blackstone seeks to create positive economic impact and long-term value for its investors, the companies they invest in, the companies they advise and the broader global economy. Blackstone does this through the commitment of their extraordinary people and flexible capital. Their alternative asset management businesses include the management of private equity funds, real estate funds, hedge fund solutions, credit-oriented funds and closed-end mutual funds. Blackstone also provides various financial advisory services, including financial and strategic advisory, restructuring and reorganization advisory and fund placement services. Further information is available at http://www.blackstone.com.
About Hellman & Friedman LLC
Hellman & Friedman LLC is a leading private equity investment firm with offices in San Francisco, New York and London. Since its founding in 1984, Hellman & Friedman has raised and, through its affiliated funds, managed over $25 billion of committed capital. The Firm focuses on investing in superior business franchises and serving as a value-added partner to management in select industries including internet & digital media, software, business & marketing services, financial services, insurance, media, healthcare and energy & industrials. For more information on Hellman & Friedman, visit http://www.hf.com.
Additional Information and Where to Find It
In connection with the proposed merger, Emdeon will prepare a proxy statement and a Rule 13e-3 Transaction Statement to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"). When completed, a definitive proxy statement and a form of proxy will be mailed to Emdeon's stockholders. EMDEON'S STOCKHOLDERS ARE URGED TO READ THE PROXY STATEMENT AND THE RULE 13E-3 TRANSACTION STATEMENT REGARDING THE PROPOSED MERGER CAREFULLY BECAUSE IT WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION. Emdeon's stockholders will be able to obtain, without charge, a copy of the proxy statement, the Rule 13e-3 Transaction Statement and other relevant documents (when available) filed with the SEC from the SEC's website at http://www.sec.gov. Emdeon's stockholders will also be able to obtain, without charge, a copy of the proxy statement, the Rule 13e-3 Transaction Statement and other relevant documents (when available) by directing a request by mail or telephone to Emdeon Inc., Attn: Secretary, 3055 Lebanon Pike, Suite 1000, Nashville, TN 37214, telephone: (615) 932-3000, or from Emdeon's website, http://www.emdeon.com.
Emdeon and its executive officers and directors may be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies from Emdeon's stockholders with respect to the proposed merger. Information regarding any interests that Emdeon's executive officers and directors may have in the transaction will be set forth in the proxy statement. In addition, information about the Company's executive officers and directors is contained in the Company's most recent proxy statement and annual report on Form 10-K, which are available on the Company's website and at http://www.sec.gov.
Statements made in this press release that express Emdeon's or management's intentions, plans, beliefs, expectations or predictions of future events are forward-looking statements, which Emdeon intends to be covered by the safe harbor provisions for forward-looking statements contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements often include words such as "may," "will," "should," "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "intend," "plan," "estimate" or similar expressions. Forward-looking statements also may include information concerning the proposed transaction and Emdeon's possible or assumed future results of operations, including descriptions of Emdeon's revenues, profitability and outlook and its overall business strategy. You should not place undue reliance on these statements because they are subject to numerous uncertainties and factors relating to the proposed transaction and Emdeon's operations and business environment, all of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond Emdeon's control. Although Emdeon believes that these forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, you should be aware that many factors could affect Emdeon's actual financial results or results of operations and could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. Such factors related to the proposed transaction include unexpected costs or liabilities, delays due to regulatory review, certain closing conditions (including the committed financing) may not be timely satisfied or waived, litigation may be commenced and general and business conditions may change. Other factors that may cause actual results to differ materially include those set forth in the risks discussed in the "Risk Factors" and "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" sections and elsewhere in Emdeon's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2010, as well as Emdeon's periodic and other reports, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
You should keep in mind that any forward-looking statement made by Emdeon herein, or elsewhere, speaks only as of the date on which made. Emdeon expressly disclaims any intent, obligation or undertaking to update or revise any forward-looking statements made herein to reflect any change in Emdeon's expectations with regard thereto or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statements are based.
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Emdeon Inc.
CONTACT: For Emdeon: Media Relations, Amanda Woodhead, +1-615-932-3863, awoodhead@emdeon.com; Investor Relations, Tommy Lewis, +1-615-932-3235, tlewis@emdeon.com; For Blackstone: Media Relations, Peter Rose, The Blackstone Group, +1-212-583-5871, rose@blackstone.com; Investor Relations, Joan Solotar, The Blackstone Group, +1-212-583-5068, solotar@blackstone.com; Weston Tucker, The Blackstone Group, +1-212-583-5231, tucker@blackstone.com; For Hellman & Friedman: Media Relations, Abernathy MacGregor Group, Mary Beth Grover, mbg@abmac.com / Kelly Smith, kas@abmac.com, +1-212-371-5999
AT&T Expands Mobile Broadband Wireless Capacity in Jackson
Additional Spectrum Expected to Improve Connectivity and Performance of Mobile Broadband Data and Voice Connectivity
JACKSON, Mich., August 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Customers in Jackson are expected to experience improved mobile broadband coverage and voice performance as a result of continued investment and innovation by AT&T*. The company announced today that it has completed a key initiative in its ongoing efforts to enhance the wireless capacity and performance of its mobile broadband network throughout the Jackson area.
The network enhancement adds new layers of frequency, also known as "carriers," to 25 cell sites throughout city of Jackson to more efficiently manage available spectrum and increase mobile broadband capacity. The expansion helps manage ever-growing demand for mobile broadband services by allocating more network resources for AT&T's mobile broadband network.
"Our goal is for our customers to have an extraordinary experience. As part of the Jackson community, we're always looking for new opportunities to provide an enhanced customer experience and our investment in the local wireless network is just one way we're accomplishing that," said Jim Murray, president, AT&T Michigan. "In addition, our recently announced agreement to acquire T-Mobile USA will strengthen and expand our network in Jackson. If approved, this deal means that we'll be able to expand the next generation of mobile broadband - 4G LTE - from our current plan of 80 percent of the U.S. population to more than 97 percent."
"The City of Jackson is happy to welcome AT&T's continued investment and commitment to our community," said Jackson Mayor Karen Dunigan. "Bringing faster speeds and better broadband coverage to Jackson is an exciting step that will keep families better connected than ever before and support important community services."
"Enhanced mobile broadband coverage is a critical tool in the work we do to attract new jobs, investment and economic opportunity here in Jackson," said Mindy Bradish-Orta, President/CEO, Jackson County Chamber of Commerce. "Jackson County is excited about AT&T's investment and continued commitment to our region."
AT&T's mobile broadband network is based on the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) family of technologies that includes GSM and UMTS, the most widely used wireless network platforms in the world. AT&T has the best international coverage of any U.S. wireless provider, providing access to voice service in more than 220 countries and data service in more than 200 countries.
"We want you to have an extraordinary experience whether you are sharing videos and photos with friends, watching a movie, checking the latest scores, or keeping your business mobile on your AT&T device," said Brian Ducharme, vice president and general manager for in AT&T Michigan and Indiana. "Smartphones, tablets and laptops are continuing to drive unprecedented demand for wireless access everywhere. We're investing in a combination of technologies right here in Jackson to meet these needs and ensure an advanced broadband experience for all our customers."
AT&T operates the nation's largest Wi-Fi network** with more than 26,000 hotspots in the U.S. and provides access to nearly 190,000 hotspots globally through roaming agreements. Most AT&T smartphone customers get access to our entire national Wi-Fi network at no additional cost, and Wi-Fi usage doesn't count against customers' monthly wireless data plans.
For more information about AT&T's coverage in Jackson or anywhere in the United States, consumers can visit the AT&T Coverage Viewer.
For updates on the AT&T wireless network, please visit the AT&T network news page.
*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.
** Largest based on company branded and operated hotspots. Access includes AT&T Wi-Fi Basic. A Wi-Fi enabled device required. Other restrictions apply. See http://www.attwifi.com for details and locations.
About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) is a premier communications holding company. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet, voice and cloud-based services. A leader in mobile broadband and emerging 4G capabilities, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide of any U.S. carrier, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verse® and AT&T |DIRECTV brands. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world. In domestic markets, AT&T Advertising Solutions and AT&T Interactive are known for their leadership in local search and advertising.
Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com. This AT&T news release and other announcements are available at http://www.att.com/newsroom and as part of an RSS feed at http://www.att.com/rss. Or follow our news on Twitter at @ATT.
Cautionary Language Concerning Forward-Looking Statements
Information set forth in this press release contains financial estimates and other forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results might differ materially. A discussion of factors that may affect future results is contained in AT&T's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. AT&T disclaims any obligation to update and revise statements contained in this news release based on new information or otherwise.
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AT&T Inc.
CONTACT: Jermaine Spight, Sr. Public Relations Manager, +1-313-223-7779, Jermaine.Spight@att.com
Inmarsat (LSE:ISAT.L), the leading provider of global mobile satellite
communications services, and SkyWave Mobile Communications, a global
provider of communication services for machine-to-machine (M2M)
applications, today announced the commercial launch of IsatData Pro, a new
low data rate service for managing and communicating with remote assets
around the world.
IsatData Pro offers a significant increase in payload capacity compared
to other satellite-based M2M services in the market, delivering up to 10,000
bytes to the device and up to 6,400 bytes from the device. Other global M2M
satellite services currently available offer data connectivity at between
270 and 340 bytes.
By delivering up to 37 times more data, IsatData Pro can meet the
increasing demand for richer information in M2M applications, and allows
businesses to share more data across diverse operations, via emails,
electronic forms and workflow information. Applications include vehicle
telemetry information, text-messaging remote workers, maintaining up-to-date
driver logs, and the remote management and control of fixed assets.
For mission critical applications, IsatData Pro can transmit a 100 byte
message in less than 15 seconds, or a 1,000 byte message in 45 seconds -
ideal for sending information to drivers operating in high-risk areas, or
for the effective use of sensors to closely manage remote equipment.
"The M2M market is set to continue its rapid growth globally, but it is
currently under-served by services that cannot match the increasing data
demands," said Drew Brandy, Director of Land Services at Inmarsat. "By
supporting a significant increase in the size of M2M messages, IsatData Pro
will provide better visibility of business operations, allow for risks to be
managed more effectively, and deliver enhanced efficiencies. Furthermore it
does so with the support of the most reliable global mobile satellite
network, the Inmarsat-4s, which have an expected operational lifetime into
the 2020s."
"IsatData Pro is a real game changer for our clients, for Inmarsat and
for us," said Sean Faulkner, Vice President for IsatData Pro at SkyWave
Mobile Communications. "Previously limited to a few bytes of information,
transportation companies can now go from tracking and monitoring for
security purposes, to using the enhanced data to provide logistic services.
Utilities can send more data, more reliably, from multiple sensors. SCADA
applications can go from alarm monitoring to really driving the performance
and value of equipment. It enables organisations to stay in touch with
remote assets and workers where, previously, this was technically impossible
or prohibited by cost."
SkyWave offers a series of fully-functional satellite terminals, modems
and software tools to support the rapid integration of applications. A
number of partners around the world are now integrating IsatData Pro into
their applications that support the transportation, oil & gas, utilities,
SCADA, maritime, defence & security, commercial fishing and heavy equipment
sectors.
SkyWave's IDP 600 series of all-weather data terminals include
integrated GPS, as well as digital and analog ports for connecting sensors
to relay data such as fuel levels, engine temperature and speed. Serial
interfaces provide access to the detailed diagnostic and operation
information necessary to increase visibility of how equipment is being used
and to improve business productivity. GUI-based programming tools enable
solution providers to customise the operation of the terminals to offer
their own unique solutions.
About Inmarsat
Inmarsat plc (LSE: ISAT) is the leading provider of global mobile
satellite communications services. Since 1979, Inmarsat has been providing
reliable voice and high-speed data communications to governments,
enterprises and other organizations, with a range of services that can be
used on land, at sea or in the air. The company's services are delivered
through a global network of more than 400 distribution partners and service
providers operating in 100 countries. For the year ended 31 December 2010,
Inmarsat plc had total revenue of US$1,171.6 million (2009: US$1,038.1
million) with an EBITDA of US$696.1 million (2009: US$594.2 million). For
more information, please visit http://www.inmarsat.com .
About SkyWave Mobile Communications
SkyWave Mobile Communications is a global provider of satellite
communication equipment and airtime services for machine-to-machine (M2M)
applications. Using the global Inmarsat satellite constellation, SkyWave's
products provide dependable communication, tracking, monitoring and remote
management of fixed and mobile assets. Over the past 14 years, SkyWave has
designed, manufactured and shipped more than 400,000 satellite terminals to
customers in the transportation, maritime, oil and gas, heavy equipment,
utilities and government sectors. For more information, please visit http://www.skywave.com .
Source: Inmarsat plc
Media Contacts: John Warehand, PR Manager, Inmarsat, Tel: +44-20-7728-1579, Mob: +44-7739-778-128, Email: john_warehand@inmarsat.com; Anu Sood, Product Marketing Manager, SkyWave Mobile Communications, Tel: +1-613-836-6288 x8320, Mob: +1-613-255-1300, Email: anu.sood@skywave.com
STMicroelectronics Extends Sound Terminal® Digital Audio System-on-Chip Family, Enabling Stylish New Flat-Panel TV Designs
Latest additions to market-leading portfolio support TV feature enhancement with on-chip headphone, line, and analog outputs, plus best thermal performance for safe product design
GENEVA, Aug. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM), a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications and a leading supplier of system-on-chip IC's, has released two new Sound Terminal® digital-audio system-on-chip ICs for home-entertainment applications, which will enable smaller new-product designs while also running cooler to help designers meet tough product-safety requirements.
Home-entertainment innovations such as flat-panel TVs and music docks enable consumers to enjoy room-filling audio without needing a roomful of audio equipment. ST's Sound Terminal system-on-chip ICs have taken a leading role in enabling new generations of smaller, slimmer products by combining digital audio processing, speaker drivers and other functions on a single chip. ST's Sound Terminal ICs are now used in about 30% of the flat-panel TVs sold worldwide, based on data from market analyst iSuppli.
The new STA381BW and STA381BWS are optimized for flat-panel TVs and enable designers to reduce pc-board sizes further by consolidating a headphone driver, line-driver output, and an independent digital-to-analog converter (DAC). These functions typically require three additional ICs. The integrated DAC provides an extra analog output that can be connected to the headphone input or to an external circuit, and uses ST's F3X® technology to simplify external filtering. The headphone driver and industry-standard 2Vpp line out, which require no DC blocking capacitors, also save external components and hence maximize reductions in pc-board size and manufacturing costs.
In addition, the STA381BW and STA381BWS deliver best-in-class thermal performance through a combination of high energy efficiency, proprietary ternary PWM modulation and enhanced package design, enabling lower operating temperatures. This simplifies thermal management, helping to ensure that the TV's chassis temperature meets product safety criteria such as UL or CE specifications. The STA381BW and STA381BWS can deliver up to 15W output power (24V, 8ohm load), maintaining the IC's temperature at 55.4 degrees C.
Major features of STA381BW/S:
-- I2S and 1Vrms stereo Analog input
-- Configurable output power stage (2.0 or 2.1 modes)
-- Driving load capabilities:
-- 2 x 20W into 8 ohm ternary modulation
-- 2 x 9W into 4 ohm + 1 x 20W into 8 ohm
-- 27V maximum supply voltage (STA381BWS)
-- 30V maximum supply voltage (STA381BW)
As members of the Sound Terminal family, the new devices implement digital signal processing and speaker-driver circuitry leveraging ST's Full Flexible Amplification (FFX) technology. FFX combines 2.1-channel audio processing with a digitally controlled class-D power stage operating at up to 94% efficiency. The audio processor also features STSpeakerSafe, STCompressor as well as STSpeakerTune speaker compensation, which boosts audio quality from flat-panel TV speakers while preventing damage due to over-driving.
The STA381BW and STA381BWS are sampling now to lead customers, and are available in the 48-pin VQFN 7 x 7 x 1mm package, priced from $3.00 for the STA381BWS and $4.00 for the STA381BW for 1000-piece orders. Alternative pricing may be available for larger quantities.
About STMicroelectronics
STMicroelectronics is a global leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications with innovative semiconductor solutions. ST aims to be the undisputed leader in multimedia convergence and power applications leveraging its vast array of technologies, design expertise and combination of intellectual property portfolio, strategic partnerships and manufacturing strength. In 2010, the Company's net revenues were $10.35 billion. Further information on ST can be found at http://www.st.com.
Sound Terminal® is a registered trademark of STMicroelectronics
SOURCE STMicroelectronics
STMicroelectronics
CONTACT: Michael Markowitz, STMicroelectronics, +1-781-591-0354, michael.markowitz@st.com
Mobile communication and truck navigation in a single device for less than $800
SKOKIE, Ill., Aug. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Rand McNally has developed a next-generation in-cab EOBR device that combines award-winning navigation with a robust mobile communication system - all for $799.
The Rand McNally TND(TM) 760, Fleet Edition, seamlessly integrates into a truck's on-board computer and sends and receives information via both Wi-Fi and cellular. The TND(TM) 760 is designed to be set up in less than 30 minutes and does not require the installation of a separate "black box" monitoring unit like traditional mobile communication systems.
Despite its compact design, the TND(TM) 760 features a broad array of capabilities including fleet communications via email, driver and vehicle performance monitoring, electronic hours of service (HOS) compliance, and truck-specific navigation. Information on fleet activity is managed via Rand McNally's significantly enhanced FleetWatcher web-based portal.
The TND(TM) 760 is the result of the 10-month business partnership between Rand McNally and DriverTech of Salt Lake City. In September 2010, Rand McNally took an investment stake in DriverTech and acquired an exclusive license to DriverTech's technology in the trucking space. Since then the development teams at both companies have been working closely together to port DriverTech's software over to Rand McNally's hardware platform.
"This product is one of the main reasons we did the deal with DriverTech," said Dave Muscatel, CEO of Rand McNally. "We thought if we could port their software over to our hardware platform, we could create a product that leverages the best of both companies while at the same time fundamentally altering the cost paradigm in this space."
"The new TND(TM) 760 accomplishes that goal and provides 90% of the functionality of higher-end mobile communication systems for less than half the price," Muscatel continued.
Mark Haslam, founder and CEO of DriverTech, explained further: "Two months before we announced our business partnership, Dave and I plotted this concept out on a white board. The TND(TM) 760 is truly the next generation of mobile communication products and we here at DriverTech are very excited about it."
Jim Rodi, who heads up Rand McNally's Commercial Transportation group, pointed out that Rand McNally has been sensitive to evolving EOBR regulations, developing a solution that is affordable for fleets and potentially owner operators.
"The ROI on this platform is fantastic. Our IntelliRoute® TND(TM) is already a hit at retail with drivers looking for a solid navigation solution. For only $350 more than what drivers are already paying for the TND(TM) 710 navigation device, fleets can get a full EOBR with multi-mode mobile communications and driver performance tools. This is a great deal for customers looking for an affordable, feature-rich, in-cab solution," Rodi said.
At a private customer event recently held in Chicago, Rand McNally demonstrated the new TND(TM) 760 for trucking executives. During the summer Cubs & Clubs event, executives got a first look at how the TND(TM) 760 - combined with a Rand McNally web portal called FleetWatcher -provides a full fleet management solution at a sub-$800 price.
As with other connected devices, there is a monthly data plan required. The $799 price excludes applicable taxes.
"I came away surprised and impressed by the breadth and scope of the products Rand McNally is bringing to the marketplace," said Randy Valentino, a participant at the event and VP and CTO of Bekins Van Lines. "I look forward to continuing to develop what we learned at the meeting as we explore options for use at Bekins."
Key features of the TND(TM) 760 include:
-- 395.15 compliant
-- Automated Hours of Service
-- HOS alerts and warnings for drivers
-- Simplified log certification and correction
-- Real-time access to HOS data via FleetWatcher portal
-- Wi-Fi and cellular communication
-- Over-the-air programmability
-- Rand McNally Workflow
-- Text and form-based messages
-- Text-to-speech email playback and verbal turn-by-turn route guidance
-- Truck-specific routing based on loads and other metrics, powered by Rand
McNally's award-winning IntelliRoute® TND(TM) navigation
-- Detailed mapping and vehicle proximity search
-- More than 200 distinct vehicle-specific metrics
-- Comprehensive fuel- and driver-performance reporting
-- Visibility to engine diagnostics
The TND(TM) 760 is designed and manufactured in the USA.
For more information regarding TruckPC, IntelliRoute® TND(TM), and the new TND(TM) 760, fleet managers should call 1-800-641-RAND (7263).
About Rand McNally - Rand McNally is the most trusted source for maps, directions, and travel content. Rand McNally's products and services include: Road travel review site http://www.BestoftheRoad.com; Interactive travel referral service, http://www.Tripology.com; America's #1 Road Atlas; IntelliRoute® truck routing software and navigation devices; TruckPC mobile communication solution for the transportation industry; and the leading geography-based educational resources for the classroom. Consumers, businesses, truckers, and educators depend upon Rand McNally to help navigate today's world. http://www.RandMcNally.com
IntelliRoute and Rand McNally are registered trademarks and TND is a trademark of RM Acquisition, LLC d/b/a Rand McNally.
HONG KONG, Aug. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Recently, to meet the needs for the consumer group of online games, MMOXE.COM (another platform of DinoDirect.com) has brought the brand of newly released game Dragon Nest to the website. The products of Dragon Nest such asDragon Nest Goldand Dragon Nest Power Leveling are on the shelf of the website.
Players in the game world know the new game Dragon Nest. The game's agent is Brand, and developed by Eyedentity Games which started the beta on 22nd July in 2010. It is a 3D style game, and the story in the game is set in fantasy mainland where nine dragons fight for domination. The designer of the game said, "Fantasy is the feature of the game. I believe that this feature can attract more players to the game." But, what is the response of players of other games? One of players of EVE said, "I want to try it, not only because it is new to me, but also because of the fantasy. And I can experience another style of the gaming world." Because of these factors, the developing company of the game has confidence for many players and sales.
This is the main reason why MMOXE brings in the products of Dragon Nest, as the planners of the website have foreseen the promising future of the game. "The company has confidence to spread the game, added the good response of the beta. Also the system and story of the game is the main factor we consider to absorb the products of the game. These are enough to lead a successful co-operation between us," said the manager of the website Vincy.
With the confidence and strength of all aspects related, the game will have a promising future. The service of the website also plays a prominent role in the journey of the game. Because the game is at its start of its run, MMOXE.COM has carried out a considerate plan for the development of the game and also for the sales of Dragon Nest Gold. To attract more consumers who buy Dragon Nest Gold and make them permanent consumers on the website, the website improves its services, including 24*7 custom support, delivery service, and secure guarantee.
Under the efforts of both sides, the game will have a bright future in the game industry, and the website will benefit a lot. Also, players who purchase wow gold, rs gold and rift gold on MMOXE.COM will save more.
DinoDirect China Limited (http://www.dinodirect.com) is one of the biggest global online retailers. It offers a great quantity of products with competitive price by cutting the middleman and offering products directly to the terminal consumers.
DinoDirect possesses a great many software products with proprietary intellectual property rights, owns technological superiority and an efficient marketing team among the similar industry.
In addition, DinoDirect also provides services of purchasing and selling virtual currency, accounts, items, and power leveling for online role play games. Like other in-game currency sellers, DinoDirect not only does WoW Gold related services, but is also very professional with other popular games such as SWG Credits, FFXI Gil, guild wars gold , fallen earth chips, EQ2 Palt , lotro gold etc.
Popular YouTube Video by Parry Gripp, 'Baby Monkey (Going Backwards on a Pig),' is now an iPhone Game Available on Apple Store
Addicting, Kid-Friendly Game By Kihon Games Available For iPhone, iPad, iPod On Apple Store; Fun For All Ages
TUCSON, Ariz., Aug. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Quite possibly the first casual game based on a YouTube video, "Baby Monkey (Going Backwards on a Pig)," from musician Parry Gripp, has been adapted as an iPhone, iPad and iPod game by Kihon Games (http://www.kihongames.com). "Baby Monkey" is priced at $0.99 and can be found on the iTunes store http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/baby-monkey-going-backwards/id447960108.
Just as in the YouTube video with nearly 9 million views (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5_sfnQDr1-o), in "Baby Monkey," the player is a precarious baby monkey attempting to take the ride of his life, while the grumpy pig charges through obstacles in an attempt to buck the monkey off. The carefree monkey jumps to avoid obstacles and reach for bananas for points and power-ups, and pulls the pig's tail to make the pig jump over pits and cliffs.
"When we first saw Parry's catchy, hilarious video, we knew immediately that this could be a fun, fantastic game to share with your family and friends. And who doesn't want to be a baby monkey riding on a pig?" said Mark Grossnickle, Co-Founder and CEO, Kihon Games. "We're very excited to collaborate with a talent like Parry Gripp and look forward to creating more viral games that users will love just as much as 'Baby Monkey.'"
Using a two-button system that is easy for all ages, "Baby Monkey" offers a variety of features, including:
-- Dynamically created areas that ensure each play session is unique
-- Tons of entertaining obstacles including: Nom Nom Hamsters, Toxic Waste,
and even a Space Unicorn
-- Original Music by Parry Gripp!
-- Challenge your friends with the Game Center Leaderboard!
-- Earn Achievements for collecting bananas, points, and reaching new areas
-- Speed and difficulty increases with time to take this fast-paced
survival game to a thrilling new level
-- In-game tutorial makes it easy and entertaining for all ages
-- iCade Support!
-- Easy to play, hard to master, addicting as Swedish Fish
"The world of YouTube has created so many fascinating opportunities for many people, and collaborating with Kihon Games to make my 'Baby Monkey' song an iPhone game has been one such entertaining and synchronistic opportunity," said Parry Grip, musician. "I'm thrilled to see all of the ways that YouTube is inspiring people and new experiences like my 'Baby Monkey' game."
ABOUT KIHON GAMES
Kihon LLC, based out of Tucson AZ, was formed in 2011 with former Sony Online Entertainment executives. Kihon is comprised of an all-star cast, some of whom have been working together since creating PoxNora for Octopi. Learn more about Kihon at http://www.kihongames.com
ABOUT PARRY GRIPP
Parry Gripp is a singer/songwriter who has a diverse portfolio that expands well beyond soundtracks to Internet memes and fake jingles. He is the lead vocalist and guitarist for Nerf Herder (best known for composing the theme tune to "Buffy the Vampire Slayer"). Gripp also wrote the theme music for Marvel's "Super Hero Squad Show" (Cartoon Network), Zynga's "PetVille," and VH1's "The Short List." He has written music for Arby's, Samsung, G4TV, Geico, Nickelodeon Australia, National Geographic, Wawa Foodmarkets and others. He also created the songs for Hallmark Cards hoops&yoyo.
Gripp's famous earworm's include "Do You Like Waffles?," "Hamster On A Piano (Eating Popcorn)," "Cat Flushing A Toilet," "Chimpanzee Riding A Segway" and "Nom Nom Nom Nom Nom Nom Nom."
White Sky Launches Extensible Services Platform(TM) (ESP) with Comcast as First Customer
SAN MATEO, Calif., Aug. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- White Sky, Inc. announced today the launch of its Extensible Services Platform(TM) (ESP) - an all-in-one security dashboard. ESP(TM) is a powerful solution that lets partners offer multiple, high value consumer services through a single application platform allowing them to custom-build unique, compelling and integrated offers for their customers. White Sky's platform allows its partners to dramatically increase their customer interaction, drive loyalty and generate incremental revenue, while offering superior security and privacy services for their online experience. Through its always-on, secure desktop presence, ESP(TM) drives interaction with valuable partner services allowing partners to develop personalized communication with their customers.
Comcast is the first Internet Service Provider to utilize the ESP(TM) solution to provide a simple and convenient way to access the company's online security resources through the Constant Guard(TM) Protection Suite. The Constant Guard Protection Suite is a desktop application that helps Comcast's Internet customers secure their personal and financial information from cyber criminals. This protection suite is available for no additional charge to XFINITY(®) Internet subscribers and it includes online security resources such as top-rated Norton(TM) Security Suite. Constant Guard Protection Suite also includes Secure Backup & Share as well as IDENTITY GUARD(®). XFINITY Internet customers can download the Constant Guard Protection Suite at xfinity.com/constantguard.
"Consumers are increasingly concerned about online identity theft and White Sky's ESP solution allows us to integrate additional Internet safety solutions into our comprehensive online protection suite for our XFINITY Internet customers," said Jay Opperman, Senior Director of Security and Privacy for Comcast.
According to David Watkins, CEO of White Sky, "Market-leading companies like Comcast realize the need to provide a suite of services to provide protection for their customers to combat the ever-increasing threats of identity theft, online fraud and computer virus and security. White Sky is the first company to offer a simple to use, easy to deploy yet comprehensive solution that integrates a full range of services through a single application that provides unmatched value to consumers. The ESP solution has been designed for ISPs, financial institutions, cable companies and others with large consumer bases who want to deliver high value services to their customers in a compelling, customizable application suite."
Fully Customizable, Highly Interactive
White Sky will work with its partners to launch a custom solution that integrates multiple services delivered through a single application and user interface. White Sky provides a number of ways for partners to customize the solution - choosing from a selection of White Sky services and/or integrating services they already offer to customers. With a single application to market and promote, its partners can optimize their marketing and operations and drive greater customer engagement and usage of services through a daily-use application on their PCs.
About White Sky, Inc.
White Sky, Inc., headquartered in San Mateo, CA, develops security and privacy solutions utilizing its secure ESP solution, the first security solution that provides real-time online identity theft and fraud protection in a consumer friendly application. Visit http://www.whitesky.com for more information.
OfficeMax Introduces Bestselling Kindle to Expanding Line of Tech Products
Amazon's innovative wireless reading device now at OfficeMax stores nationwide
NAPERVILLE, Ill., Aug. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- OfficeMax® Incorporated (NYSE: OMX) a leader in office supplies, technology and services, today announced that Amazon's bestselling wireless reading device is now available at OfficeMax stores nationwide starting Sunday, August 7.
"OfficeMax is thrilled to be working with Amazon to offer Kindle and its related accessories to our customers," said Ryan Vero, executive vice president and chief merchandising officer for OfficeMax. "Kindle is a highly innovative and versatile wireless reader that brings our customers new ways to access and enjoy books and news."
Kindle is Amazon's popular reading device that wirelessly downloads books, magazines, newspapers, blogs, and personal documents to a crisp, high resolution electronic paper display that looks and reads like real paper. Kindle fits comfortably in one hand for hours, has an e-ink display that is easy to read even in bright daylight, up to two months of battery life, and global 3G wireless with no monthly fees or annual contracts. All Kindle Books are "Buy Once, Read Everywhere" -- customers can read Kindle books on their Kindles and free Kindle reading apps for Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, PC, Mac, Windows Phone, BlackBerry and HP TouchPad. With Kindle Worry-Free Archive, books and magazines purchased from the Kindle Store are automatically backed up online in customers' Kindle libraries on Amazon, where they can be re-downloaded wirelessly for free, anytime. These features, paired with the massive selection of over 950,000 books available in the Kindle Store, have made Kindle the bestselling product in the history of Amazon.com and the bestselling e-reader in the world. OfficeMax will also sell popular Kindle accessories.
"We're excited that customers will now have yet another way to discover and purchase Kindle," said Mike McKenna, Vice President, Amazon Kindle. "OfficeMax will be offering its customers a great experience with Kindle--the ability to think of a book and be reading it in less than 60 seconds, read on a screen that is easy on the eyes even in bright sunlight, and carry thousands of books with them wherever they go in just 8.5 ounces."
About OfficeMax
OfficeMax Incorporated (NYSE: OMX) is a leader in both business-to-business office products solutions and retail office products. The OfficeMax mission is simple. We help our customers do their best work. The company provides office supplies and paper, in-store print and document services through OfficeMax ImPress®, technology products and solutions, and furniture to businesses and individual consumers. OfficeMax customers are served by approximately 30,000 associates through direct sales, catalogs, e-commerce and approximately 1,000 stores. To find the nearest OfficeMax, call 1-877-OFFICEMAX. For more information, visit http://www.officemax.com.
Tipard Newly Upgraded BlackBerry Converter Suite: Helps You Better Enjoy Any BlackBerry
BEIJING, Aug. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Recently, in order to have Tipard BlackBerry Converter Suite support all new BlackBerry models, Tipard newly upgraded this software pack specially designed for BlackBerry users. Once owning this versatile BlackBerry Converter Suite, users can easily enjoy any BlackBerry model without any limitations.
With the perfect combination of Tipard DVD to BlackBerry Converter and Tipard BlackBerry Video Converter, Tipard BlackBerry Converter Suite can help users easily rip and convert any kind of DVD or video source file to BlackBerry compatible video or audio formats with fast converting speed and superior quality. Plus, users can use editing functions to edit any favorite movie to create personalized video work to enjoy on their BlackBerry mobile phone. Furthermore, with advanced NVIDIA® CUDA(TM) technology and multi-core CPUs supporting technology, the converting speed is 6X faster now.
New features of Tipard BlackBerry Convert Suite:
1. Convert DVD and video file to BlackBerry video and audio formats;
2. Edit any source file to create customized output file;
3. Advanced NVIDIA® CUDA(TM) technology and multi-core CPUs supporting
technology;
4. Highly supports various BlackBerry models (including the latest model).
Generally speaking, this is a multi-functional and 2-in-1 BlackBerry software product which can be your best BlackBerry mate, helping you better enjoy any kind of BlackBerry mobile phone. It is available for only $35, for more details and to get the free trial version, please visit the following webpage: http://www.tipard.com/blackberry-converter-suite.html.
Also, recently, with cooperation with Freebiest, a software giveaway and discounts provider, Tipard has released a giveaway activity on the Registry Cleaner product. Plus, Tipard provides a 20% coupon (TIPA-FRB) valid for all Tipard products from Aug 1st to Aug 15th( )to help users spend their Summer holidays. Do not miss this opportunity!
System Requirement:
OS Supported: Windows NT4/2000/2003/XP and Windows Vista, Windows 7
CPU: 800MHz Intel or AMD CPU, or above
RAM: 512MB RAM or more
About Tipard Studio
As a leading player in the multimedia software field, Tipard Studio always takes bringing multimedia users best software as its responsibility and keeps being innovative and competitive. With advanced technologies and a first-class R&D team, it has constantly developed many excellent multimedia desktop applications, which are very popular among Windows and Mac users. For more details about Tipard Studio, please visit: http://www.tipard.com.
SOURCE Harbour Software
Harbour Software
CONTACT: Eric Smith, Tel: +86-13260286758, pr@tipard.com
Midas Medici's CommodityPoint Announces New Guide on Commodity Trading & Risk Management Ancillary Software
Sourcebook Covers Over 30 Supplemental CTRM Products and Vendors
NEW YORK, Aug. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Midas Medici Group Holdings, Inc. ("Midas") (OTCBB: MMED), an innovative green IT company in the fields of virtualization, cloud computing and data management, as well as Smart Grid solutions, today announced that its CommodityPoint brand, a leading provider of world-class research, analysis and consulting for global commodity markets, released The CommodityPoint Sourcebook - CTRM Ancillary Products Version 2. The guide provides detailed listings of over 30 Ancillary CTRM products and vendors.
"We are pleased to announce the latest version of Sourcebook through our CommodityPoint brand," stated Nana Baffour, CEO and Co-Founder of Midas Medici.
"In this second version, we anticipate an increased interest as a result of the addition of new software categories," said CommodityPoint Director of Business Development Mark Tredway. "Several more vendors have been included; this will provide better insight into the market, allowing prospective users to have a more effective tool in their search for ancillary CTRM products."
This latest component of the CommodityPoint Sourcebook Series focuses on products and software that, while ancillary to the core CTRM software used by commodity trading and risk management organizations, have become an increasingly critical part of the infrastructures necessary to compete in today's markets. Each listing provides graphical data, plus functionality and product install base information to help determine the best choices in supplemental CTRM software to support specific business needs.
Midas Medici Group Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB: MMED) is a green IT company that supplies mid-sized and select enterprises and institutions with leading-edge IT solutions in the fields of virtualization, cloud computing and data management, as well as working with utilities and other institutions to transform the electric grid through digital technologies. Across its Consonus and UtiliPoint brands, Midas works with its customers by optimizing IT and data center investments, cutting energy usage and preventing data loss, all while maximizing productivity. Through a management team with decades of experience, Midas is positioning itself to take advantage of the high-growth IT industry through its unique specialized services at the intersection of energy and technology.
For comprehensive investor relations material, including fact sheets, presentations conference calls and video, please follow the appropriate link: Investor Presentation, Investor Portal, Research Report and Overview Video.
This release contains certain "forward-looking statements" relating to the business of the Company and its subsidiary companies. All statements, other than statements of historical fact included herein are "forward-looking statements" including statements regarding: the Company's business and operations; business strategy, plans and objectives of the Company and its subsidiaries; and any other statements of non-historical information. These forward-looking statements are often identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "believes," "expects" or similar expressions, involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, they do involve assumptions, risks and uncertainties, and these expectations may prove to be incorrect. Investors should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. The Company's actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of a variety of factors, including those discussed in the Company's periodic reports that are filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and available on its website (http://www.sec.gov). All forward-looking statements attributable to the Company or persons acting on its behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by these factors. Other than as required under the securities laws, the Company does not assume a duty to update these forward-looking statements.
Company Contact:
Johnson Kachidza
Chief Financial Officer
212-792-0920
Investor Contact:
Trilogy Capital Partners
Darren Minton, President
Toll-free: 800-592-6067
info@trilogy-capital.com
appMobi Releases Its XDK HTML5 Development Tool Stack on the Google Chrome App Store
Use a single HTML5 code base to create Web apps for Chrome App Store, as well as native apps for Android Market or Apple App Store
LANCASTER, Pa., Aug. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- appMobi (http://www.appmobi.com) today announced the immediate availability in the Google Chrome App Store of its "XDK" cross platform app development tool. For app developers, the XDK replaces numerous platform-specific development tools with a single HTML5-optimized development interface.
appMobi's XDK combats "fragmentation" in the mobile development space by presenting users with a single, HTML5-based emulation, debugging and cross platform build environment for mobile apps. By making the XDK available on the Chrome App Store, appMobi expects to further its dominance of cross platform HTML5-based app development.
"Most developers want to create apps that can easily be deployed to different platforms with a minimum of rewriting," said appMobi CTO Sam Abadir. "We designed the appMobi XDK to make it very easy for a developer to check how their app will look and feel on diverse hardware platforms."
The appMobi XDK debugging tools allow testing with on-screen emulation, local on-device and remotely anywhere in the world without requiring ad-hoc builds or security certificates.
XDK apps can of course be deployed to websites or the Chrome App Store. Where the XDK delivers an extra treat is the ability to build the same exact HTML5 code base into native apps for placement in the Apple App Store or the Android Market.
"It's clear that HTML5 has become the unifying technology for the mobile space," Abadir continued. "However, creating great HTML5 apps requires great HTML5 tools and that's exactly what the XDK is. As a 'Web app' itself, the XDK can also be used to create the new breed of 'hybrid' Web apps that perform exactly like 'native' apps, but do not require the approval or financial revenue share of the App Stores."
appMobi offers a number of cloud services that provide functions that are common in smartphone ecosystems, but are not part of HTML5. These services include user authentication, in-app payments, rich media push messaging, user analytics and live app updates. The XDK is fully compatible with the PhoneGap HTML5 cross platform development project, providing many features that are missing from the open source project. The XDK runs on either Mac or PC platforms. There is no charge for the XDK development tool, and it is available today in the Google Chrome Store (http://www.appmobi.com/XDKChrome).
About appMobi
appMobi® provides highly integrated cloud-based tools and services for supporting large-scale developer communities and creating and operating complete mobile application ecosystems. By leveraging commonly used Web programming languages HTML5, CSS and JavaScript, and the open Web, appMobi's development tools allow app developers to "write once" and publish anywhere, either in native app stores or via the Web. appMobi's turnkey, white label platform-as-a-service offering enables carriers, device manufacturers, and brands to create mobile app ecosystems under their own brand. For more information, visit http://www.appmobi.com.
appMobi is a trademark of appMobi Inc. iOS, Safari and related marks, images and symbols are the exclusive properties and trademarks of Apple Computer Corp. All other trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners including: Google, Chrome.
Panasonic Enters Cloud-Based Communications Market with Services Designed for Small Businesses
Leader in Business Phone Systems Enters Services Market With Launch of Panasonic Cloud Business Phone System Available Now at Retail
SECAUCUS, N.J., Aug. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic System Networks Company of America today launched its first Cloud-based services solution, Panasonic Cloud Business Phone System for small businesses. This marks the first step into the services industry from a company that has provided state-of-the-art telephony systems for business owners nationwide. Recognized as the number one choice for small business phone systems*, Panasonic is now expanding into services to meet changing market needs by pairing its highly regarded business phones with equally reliable Cloud-based voice services.
"The Cloud is the new frontier for major technology companies like Panasonic, and we're excited to harness it for the benefit of our customers," said Bill Taylor, President, Panasonic System Networks Company of America. "Our small business customers tell us they want a simple, feature-rich, customizable business phone system. Panasonic values this feedback and we have hand-picked the leading companies in their fields to help us reliably meet our customers' requests. With support from these industry leaders, we created a top-of-its-class Cloud-based hosted-voice solution to help small businesses maximize their potential."
Small businesses are the fastest growing business segment in the U.S. today. Collectively they account for more than $92 billion in spending on telecommunications equipment and services. Despite the size of their investment, many smaller businesses are underserved by service providers who have prioritized the needs of larger enterprises. Panasonic, with its history of providing hardware solutions for small businesses, will now use its expertise to provide convenient and cost-effective services to fit small business needs.
The Panasonic Cloud Business Phone System is designed specifically to meet the communications needs of owners and operators of the nation's 5.5 million small businesses. Using Cloud-based voice services provides small businesses with increased benefits such as, intuitive web-based installation and the ability to enable features, or activate additional lines by simply going online, instead of relying on tech support to help. This reliable and easy-to-use phone system does not require complicated IT setup or support and is the first product of its kind to be available online and at convenient retail locations where small business owners frequently shop.
Panasonic Cloud Business Phone System is designed in collaboration with BroadSoft, the leading global provider of software that enables the delivery of real time voice and multimedia communications services.
"We believe Panasonic's expansion into the hosted unified communications services market exemplifies its dedication to innovation and desire to meet the communication needs of its small business customers," said Michael Tessler, president and chief executive officer, BroadSoft. "Panasonic has been a trusted brand by small businesses for decades; we share its commitment to serving this market segment, and we believe small business will benefit greatly from this comprehensive device and cloud-based communications services offering."
An affordable, off-the-shelf communications solution, the Panasonic Cloud Business Phone System includes easy, web-based set-up and account management. Installation is as straightforward as registering the phone online and then plugging it in directly out of the box. The suggested retail price for the basic package, which includes one corded phone and one cordless phone, is $299.99, plus $39.95 per line per month includes popular features, such as remote office, voicemail to email, conferencing and call forwarding, all of which can be tailored to fit a variety of business needs.
The Panasonic Cloud Business Phone System model KX-TGP551, offers scalable systems for companies with fewer than 10 employees. Later this year, the company will expand its Cloud service offerings even further.
The Panasonic Cloud Business Phone System is currently available at Amazon.com, BestBuy.com, OfficeDepot.com, Staples.com, Frys.com and beginning on August 8, Fry's Electronics retail stores. For more information, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/cloud.
* For full calendar year of 2010 and first quarter of 2011. By the Parsippany, NJ based information technology market research firm T3i Group. Defined by T3i Group as the sum of key/hybrid, PBX, and IP-PBX business phone systems with 2-40 extensions.
About Panasonic System Networks Company of America
Based in Secaucus, NJ, Panasonic System Networks Company of America is a unit of Panasonic Corporation of North America, the principal North American subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation (NYSE: PC). A comprehensive business-to-business solutions provider, the company develops and delivers reliable, affordable, and flexible solutions for communication, collaboration, security and productivity. The complete suite of solutions addresses Cloud-based services, other home and business communications, security and surveillance systems, retail information systems, office productivity solutions, and high definition visual conferencing, keeping Panasonic customers connected, informed, accessible and secure. Information is available at http://www.panasonic.com/psna. Additional company information for journalists is available at http://www.panasonic.com/pressroom.