Edmunds.com Tackles Distracted Driving with TED Speaker's Psychological Solution
New App, 'DrivePromise by Edmunds,' Helps Apple Watch and iPhone Owners Stay Safe on the Road
SANTA MONICA, Calif., May 20, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- What will it take for drivers to stop texting behind the wheel? Car-buying platform Edmunds.com believes that a gentle reminder from a loved one could do the trick.
Developers of the award-winning Edmunds app recently broke from their usual work to produce "DrivePromise by Edmunds," a free app that allows Apple Watch and iPhone owners to make and keep a promise to focus on the road while driving. When the device detects that it is in a moving vehicle, it pops up an uploaded photo of a loved one along with a reminder to drive safely. The app keeps count of all of the user's safe drives to share with friends and family.
The app was inspired by Edmunds' conversations with Dan Ariely, acclaimed behavioral economist at Duke University, TED speaker and author of The (Honest) Truth About Dishonesty, Predictably Irrational, The Upside of Irrationality and a Q&A column for the Wall Street Journal. Ariely explained that parents behind the wheel are more likely to stay focused on the road if they are prompted by reminders from their children to drive safe.
"Triggering a powerful emotional motivator seems like an excellent way to snap people out of a dangerous and thoughtless habit," commented Avi Steinlauf, CEO of Edmunds.com. "Our time and resources are well spent if we manage to shift people's behavior and help make the road safer for all."
In a post on his blog DanAriely.com, Ariely wrote: "In many ways, texting while driving illustrates a case in which tiny, individual irrational decisions can accumulate and cause widespread suffering, not only for the individuals who are texting, but their unsuspecting victims. Unlike cases of drunk driving, in which the driver's decision making abilities are impaired, drivers who text are at their full wits to wait until they've pulled over to check their texts, and yet in the process they routinely underestimate the risk they impose to themselves and others."
All drivers are encouraged to use the same psychological technique to keep themselves focused behind the wheel, either by placing a photo of a loved one in a visible but non-obstructive location in their car or simply by consciously thinking of their families whenever they are tempted by a distraction.
About Edmunds.com, Inc.
Car-buying platform Edmunds.com serves nearly 18 million visitors each month. With Edmunds.com Price Promise(®), shoppers can buy smarter with instant, upfront prices for cars and trucks currently for sale at 10,000 dealer franchises across the U.S. Shoppers can browse not only dealer inventory, but also vehicle reviews, shopping tips, photos, videos and feature stories on both Edmunds' wired site and on its acclaimed mobile apps. Regarded as one of the best places to work in Southern California, Edmunds.com was also named one of "The World's Top 10 Most Innovative Companies of 2015 in Automotive" by Fast Company. Edmunds welcomes all car-shopping questions on its free Live Help Line at 1-855-782-4711 and help@edmunds.com, via text at ED411 and on Twitter and Facebook. The company is based in Santa Monica, Calif. and has a satellite office in downtown Detroit, Mich., but you can find Edmunds from anywhere on YouTube, Pinterest, LinkedIn, Instagram, Google+ and Flipboard.
Contact: Aaron Lewis
Edmunds.com
310-309-4900
alewis@edmunds.com
Haier America Launches Quietest Air Conditioner on the Market*
WAYNE, N.J., May 20, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- The average air conditioner is nearly 60 decibels--the sound equivalent of a conversation just three feet away. That should be intolerable to any consumer, yet this added noise has been widely accepted as a longstanding trade-off for the comfort of cooling a room. The Serenity Series from Haier, available in 6,050 and 8,000 BTU models*, are 9db quieter on average than window ACs by other major brands, and are softer on the ears than the next-most-quiet competitor by at least 3db*, which is nearly 40% more noise than Serenity from Haier.
"Haier's engineers achieved the industry's lowest sound levels by reconfiguring internal mechanisms, innovative design that redistributes air flow, structural design improvement and strategic placement of sound insulators," said Paul Riley, senior vice president of sales & marketing, Haier America. "The end result is a notable difference in head-to-head comparisons. We expect the Serenity Series to be embraced by consumers who don't want to compromise on sound levels in their living space just to keep cool."
The Serenity Series is currently available in two ENERGY STAR(TM) qualified models, 6,050 BTU, perfect for a 150-sq.ft. bedroom and 8,000 BTU, which works in a 350-sq.ft. living space. Serenity Air is available at specialty retailers. A digital advertising campaign will roll out in mid-May 2015.
Just how quiet is "America's quietest window AC"? Hear how the ultra-quiet sound of a Haier Serenity Series air conditioning unit compares to the average room air conditioner at haierserenityseries.com.
About Haier America
Haier America, headquartered in Wayne, N.J., is a subsidiary of Haier Group, the world's #1 major appliances brand by volume as ranked by Euromonitor International 2014, and a global leader in consumer electronics. Haier employs more than 70,000 people around the world and distributes products in more than 100 countries and regions with global revenues reaching $32.1 billion in 2014. For more information, please visit http://www.haier.com. You can also become a Fan of Haier America on http://www.facebook.com/Haieramerica or follow Haier America via Twitter @haieramerica.
* Based on third-party testing of average sound ratings of major brand's 6000 and 8000 BTU Window Air Conditioners. Major brands are defined as the brands with the top 5 TraQline market share. TraQline study 2014.
Huawei's Agile Network 3.0 Architecture Launched at Huawei Network Congress 2015
Enabling Enterprises to Leverage Opportunities in the Era of Internet of Things
BEIJING, May 20, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Huawei today announced the launch of its Agile Network 3.0 Architecture at the Huawei Network Congress 2015 (HNC2015), in Beijing themed "From Agility to Imagination." Highlighting the latest version of Huawei's Agile Network architecture, Huawei introduced its Agile Internet of Things (IoT) solution which enables enterprises to build an agile IoT infrastructure to capture infinite business possibilities and realize the digitization of production, manufacturing and logistics.
Huawei predicts that by 2025, a total of 100 billion connections will be generated globally and two million new sensors will be deployed every hour. However, our networks today cannot provide the connectivity to support this. As part of HNC2015, Huawei will also launch its Agile IoT Solution, which consists of three core components: Agile IoT gateway, Agile Controller and LiteOS, a lightweight IoT operating system (OS).
"Huawei believes that standardizing ICT infrastructure will foster the development of Internet applications, including IoT applications. To address this, Huawei is launching our Internet of Things operating system, LiteOS," said Mr. William Xu, Chief Strategy and Marketing Officer, Huawei, at the congress.
LiteOS is the world's most lightweight IoT OS. It is small in size at 10KB and requires zero configuration while supporting auto-discovery, and auto-networking. It can be widely applied to different areas including smart homes, wearables, connected vehicles and across industries. The LiteOS helps to simplify the development of smart hardware to enhance IoT connectivity. In addition, Huawei announced that LiteOS will be opened to all developers, enabling them to quickly develop their own IoT products.
In addition to focusing on developing IoT infrastructure products and solutions, Huawei is also committed to establishing an industry application-oriented IoT ecosystem through collaborating with upstream and downstream partners and developing industry solutions. This is part of Huawei's approach to develop and provide Business-driven ICT Infrastructure (BDII).
In his keynote speech, Yan Lida, President, Enterprise Business Group, Huawei, said, "BDII requires close business collaboration and joint innovation efforts between Huawei and our partners. We have been involved in industry alliances, working with standard organizations in the area of IoT, and establishing innovative research centers, open labs, and development communities to foster industry development."
"Over the last three years, Huawei has been involved in a number of in-depth technological collaborations with our global industry partners in IoT. We have developed a series of IoT solutions that have already been applied to buildings, electricity meters, vehicles, gymnasiums, factories, retail outlets, and street lights. In line with our approach to provide BDII, Huawei will continue to work with more partners to launch solutions based on our Agile Network architecture for different vertical industries," said Liu Shaowei, President, Switch and Enterprise Communication Product Line, Huawei.
In addition to the Agile IoT solution, Huawei also released a number of new products and technologies in the areas of data centers, enterprise wireless campus, Wide Area Network (WAN) and network security. These products include the 100T data center switches, the Wi-Fi and LTE Integration Access Agile Mobile Solution, high throughput routers with enhanced transmission efficiency, and the Device, Network, Cloud End-to-end Security solution.
HNC2015 is a major industry event that brings together more than 6,000 customers, channel partners, journalists, analysts, and others from more than 43 countries around the globe and 41 exhibitors including Intel, SAP, IBM, VMware, Infosys and China Telecom. As part of the event, Huawei will host approximately 200 forums and speeches, covering seven technical themes and eight industry themes, to explore the future of network construction and agile businesses in the IoT era.
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About Huawei
Huawei is a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider. Our aim is to enrich life and improve efficiency through a better connected world, acting as a responsible corporate citizen, innovative enabler for the information society, and collaborative contributor to the industry. Driven by customer-centric innovation and open partnerships, Huawei has established an end-to-end ICT solutions portfolio that gives customers competitive advantages in telecom and enterprise networks, devices and cloud computing. Huawei's 170,000 employees worldwide are committed to creating maximum value for telecom operators, enterprises and consumers. Our innovative ICT solutions, products and services are used in more than 170 countries and regions, serving over one-third of the world's population. Founded in 1987, Huawei is a private company fully owned by its employees.
For more information, please visit Huawei online at http://www.huawei.com or follow us on:
Simple and Easy Secure Mobile Printing for Mid-Sized Organizations
PrinterOn(R), a leader in secure mobile printing, today announced Express edition, an
on-premise software that simply and easily enables secure mobile printing for mid-sized
companies. The Express edition rounds out the PrinterOn lineup which now addresses secure
mobile printing needs across virtually any-sized organization with a choice of either a
true on-premise deployment or cloud-hosted deployment model.
As smartphone and tablet adoption continues to grow in companies, the need for mobile
printing grows too. PrinterOn has expanded rapidly to meet this need and has added many
enterprise-grade features to the Express edition using the latest mobile technologies.
This makes Express appealing to a broader customer base, especially those with BYOD
initiatives-all at a budget-friendly price.
"Express is the first new PrinterOn edition announced since Samsung Electronics
acquired us in 2014. We are especially excited about it because it reflects the added
resources we have at our disposal by being part of one of the global leaders in mobile
technology," said Angus Cunningham, PrinterOn CEO.
PrinterOn's best-in-class mobile apps for iOS and Android are included in Express and
offer an easy and feature-rich way to securely print from a mobile device. Both leverage
the latest technologies of the iOS and Android platforms. Additionally, the PrinterOn
mobile apps can be distributed with popular Mobile Device Management ("MDM") platforms
including AirWatch, Good Technology, MobileIron, and Symantec.
"As a manufacturing company with operations around the world, we selected PrinterOn
Express and PrinterOn mobile apps for iOS and Android because they are a great fit for our
secure mobile printing needs," said Don Mungovan, VP-Global Information Technologies for
QST Industries. "Express handles everything from printing at our corporate offices to
printing at our overseas manufacturing plants and even printing to the hotels where our
employees stay when traveling. It was very easy to set up and is easy to use. Most of all,
it delivers the mobile printing experience we had in mind from the beginning."
PrinterOn Express is one offering in a portfolio of PrinterOn solutions built on the
same technology platform and upgradeable from one edition to the next. Other editions
include: PrinterOn Enterprise targeting larger and more complex deployments, and PrinterOn
Hosted providing secure cloud mobile printing in public printing locations such as hotels,
airport clubs, and libraries.
PrinterOn Express edition is available with a FREE 30-Day trial at http://www.printeron.com/free-trial. Organizations with secure mobile printing needs
can try PrinterOn Express with no obligation for 30 days. The trial is full-featured and
is easy to install and configure on an existing server. In less than an hour, the trial
user can be up and printing on a number of workflows, including those using the PrinterOn
mobile apps.
PrinterOn is the world's leading Enterprise-grade secure mobile printing solution.
PrinterOn delivers secure mobile printing solutions to major enterprises, schools, and
public printing locations in over 100 countries. PrinterOn enables secure mobile printing
from any smartphone, tablet, or laptop to any PrinterOn-enabled printer in the world. In
2014 PrinterOn was acquired by Samsung Electronics and operates today as a wholly-owned
subsidiary.
Trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Media Contact: Cathy Burnside, Marketing Communications Specialist, PrinterOn,
cburnside@printeron.com
Hotpary Introduces Elegant H2 With Full HD and 4G Connectivity
KHANNA, India, May 20, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --
Hotpary has Launched its New High Speed and Striking Smartphone H2 With Full HD
Display and 4G Connectivity
On the move from surface to sky, smartphones have seen frequent changes. Few came with
an incredible hype but failed to impress. It is all about performance and taking that in
consideration, Hotpary has introduced their new power pack smartphone H2 capable to
deliver super speed with astonishing appearance too.
Smartphones that have achieved a high rank in the market had two key things:
performance and appearance. H2 promises of being extraordinary in design as well as in
looks. Let us have an in-depth view at H2.
- H2 comes with Octa-Core processor and 1GB RAM, uniting for a swift and
dazzling task performing experience. Do multitasking without getting frozen screens
and phone hangs.
- Get a glorious touch on your snaps with 8 MP AF high-definition primary camera
power-driven by eminent BSI-2 sensor. Shoot videos of 1080p and click HD photos. Along
with that, discover a 2MP secondary or front cam for exceptional experience of video
calling and selfies.
- Get an internal memory of 4GB that gives enough space for apps, videos, audios
and all other content types.
- With a huge 5.5-inch size, experience the IPS technology on ASAHI Glass HD
display that ensures wide viewing angles and incredible colors.
- Hotpary H2 is an android powered device with Android 4.2 Jelly Bean. Covered
under the guaranteed upgrade, Hotpary offers upgrade to every new android version in
the market currently.
- Get all these remarkable features at a mere price of Rs 5,950.
- Free Cash On Delivery across India.
Hotpary H2 is also available on all leading stores online:
It can also be ordered on call or WhatsApp +91-9779600915.
About Hotpary
Hotpary ventured in Canada aspiring to be a new name in the tech world with ambitious
plans to deliver quality and affordable smartphones to the masses at very competitive
prices. From 2010, HotPary forward integrated itself to conduct business in its own brand
in markets across the globe. Being a technology company, Hotpary has set benchmarks of
quality in domestic and international markets. For more information, visit http://www.hotpary.com/ [http://www.hotpary.com ] .
Media Contact
Hotpary
info@hotpary.com
+91-9779600915
ZeeVee⢠Features ZyPer4K⢠at NEC Solutions Showcase 2015
-- The only ProAv solution available today that distributes and switches uncompressed Ultra-HD/4K video over a standard 10G IP network
LONDON, May 20, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- ZeeVee, a global manufacturer of video and signal distribution technology, announced today it will feature ZyPer4K, its new 4K video over IP solution, at NEC Solutions Showcase, 20-21 May. ZyPer4K will be on display throughout the 2-day event in collaboration with NEC leveraging NEC 4K monitors.
ZeeVee reinvents signal distribution and challenges the conventional wisdom of proprietary matrix switching systems with the introduction of ZyPer4K. The only solution today that switches and distributes uncompressed Ultra-HD (4K) video, audio and RS232/IR control signals, but unlike conventional systems, it leverages industry standard, widely available, and extremely cost effective off-the-shelf 10Gb (Gigabit) Ethernet switching products. ZyPer4K delivers virtually unlimited scalability by avoiding the input/output restrictions and fixed matrix architecture of conventional switching solutions, making it a more versatile and a far more cost-effective installation choice.
"ZyPer4K was engineered specifically to reduce the cost and lengthy process of designing, installing and expanding a video distribution system," said Bob Michaels, CEO of ZeeVee. "Our product engineering team is focused on giving installers a way to deploy systems faster and avoid the limitations common to fixed chassis sizes (8x8, 32x32, 128x128). Since the inception of video matrix switching, customers have been forced into seeking extensive certifications to deploy costly, proprietary switchers with limited interoperability. ZyPer4K simply provides a better solution for Ultra-HD/4K distribution," said Michaels.
ZyPer4K boasts easy setup by instantly auto-recognizing sources and displays for simple distribution through a centralized user interface. Additionally, the high bandwidth capabilities allow for an almost infinitely scalable combination of sources and displays. ZyPer4K provides all of the plug and play, management and security capabilities expected in today's converged AV/IT world including AES128 level signal encryption for highly secure applications. Short or long haul transmission is achieved using modular fiber optic or copper components, offering maximum flexibility for installers. By providing seamless switching and built in video wall capabilities, ZyPer4K offers unmatched display flexibility.
In addition to ZyPer4K, attendees of NEC Solutions Showcase will have the opportunity to see ZeeVee's video and broadcast solutions in action. In collaboration with NEC, Matrox and Datapath, ZeeVee powered a solution to broadcast live video feeds to video walls that will be located in each of the 11 Showcase halls giving attendees the ability to see what's happening throughout the 2-day event.
"We evaluated several video distribution options including HDbaseT, and only ZeeVee could offer a solution that would work with the constraints of the facility, and support 11 different camera feeds over very long distances," stated Craig McQueen, Solutions Sales Manager at NEC Display Solutions. "NEC ultimately chose ZeeVee because it was the most cost effective, reliable and easy to install solution available," said Craig.
To request a meeting with a ZeeVee executive at NEC Showcase Solutions, please contact +44.1494.9556677 or schedule a meeting online at http://www.zeevee.com/events.
Visit http://www.zeevee.com for additional information about ZeeVee's award winning video and signal distribution technology.
About ZeeVee
ZeeVee is a global manufacturer of video and signal distribution technology for ProAV and IT markets. As the only manufacturer today that can deliver multimedia content over coax, fiber, and CATx, ZeeVee has transformed the digital video industry with its award-winning, HD to Ultra-HD/4K solutions delivering innovative, cost effective and easy to install distribution platforms. ZeeVee is installed in thousands of facilities worldwide where there is a need to transport HD/UHD content from multiple sources to multiple displays over long distances.
For More Information Contact:
Rob Muddiman
Director, EMEA Sales
ZeeVee, Inc.
Missenden Abbey, London Road
Great Missenden, Bucks UK
rmuddiman@zeevee.com
+44.1494.956677
The network operator embarked on an exhaustive process of testing various solutions in
order to select the best performing and most cost-effective solution for their Carrier
Ethernet services network. In order to carefully measure the effectiveness of the T-Marc
340F solution, Telco Systems was required to undergo a meticulous and demanding proof of
concept. The results showed that the T-Marc 340F devices were the most cost-effective and
best performing solutions for current and upcoming challenges as the breadth of the
upgrade expands into the future.
"We are excited by this win," declared Moshe Shimon, VP of Product Management and
Marketing at Telco Systems. "The requirements were quite demanding, the competition stiff,
and the customer put our solutions to stringent testing. We were able to demonstrate the
superior performance of our T-Marc Carrier Ethernet solutions along with their ability to
simplify provisioning and ongoing network management."
Telco Systems' T-Marc(R) 340F Ethernet Service Demarcation Series provides managed
converged services (voice, video and data) over virtual Ethernet, MPLS/VPLS and IP
networks. It enables service providers to deliver multiple services over a single customer
interface. EdgeGenie, Telco System's graphic and highly scalable Service Management
System, offers a modular and complete solution for the full life cycle of network
deployment from planning to managing, monitoring and maintaining services configured on
the T-Marc340Fs. Multi-level operations, administration and maintenance (OAM) capabilities
carefully measure and ensure service level agreements while zero-touch provisioning
reduces costs and enhances accuracy of operations.
Telco Systems will be demonstrating its carrier-grade CE 2.0-certified portfolio and
innovative SDN/NFV solution at the Layer123 SDN & Openflow APAC World Congress on May
26-28, Singapore, Booth #1. Visitors will also be able to hear Gal Ofel, Head of Software
Solutions Product Line Management at Telco Systems, speak on "The Next Step: Orchestrating
the Virtualized Telecom Network [http://www.layer123.com/sdn-apac-agenda/#Day-1 ]" as part
of the SDN + NFV: BUILDING THE FUTURE NETWORK session track, on Wednesday, May 27th at
17:10.
Telco Systems delivers an industry-leading portfolio of SDN/NFV, Carrier Ethernet and
MPLS-based demarcation, aggregation and edge solutions, enabling service providers to
create intelligent, service-assured, CE 2.0-compliant networks for mobile backhaul,
business services and cloud networking. Telco Systems' end-to-end Ethernet and SDN/NFV
product portfolio delivers significant advantages to service providers, utilities and city
carriers competing in a rapidly evolving telecommunications market. Telco Systems is a
wholly owned subsidiary of BATM Advanced Communications (LSE: BVC).
The Nexus Beckons: Heroes of the Storm(TM) Open Beta Now Live!
Heroes everywhere are invited to answer the call and tune into the launch celebration event for China on May 31
SHANGHAI, May 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- It's time to rally your fellow heroes and let the battles begin! Blizzard Entertainment Inc. and NetEase Inc. today jointly announced that the Nexus portal is wide open to heroes everywhere, as open beta testing for Heroes of the Storm(TM), its brand-new free-to-play online team brawler for Windows(®) PC, is now live in China. Heroes of the Storm brings together a diverse cast of iconic characters from Blizzard's far-flung realms of science fiction and fantasy, including the Warcraft(®), StarCraft(®) and Diablo(®) universes, to compete in epic, adrenaline-charged battles.
Players can download the game and start playing immediately--head over to the official Heroes of the Storm website to get started.
"We're thrilled to finally open the Nexus to everyone," said Mike Morhaime, CEO and cofounder of Blizzard Entertainment. "We've built Heroes of the Storm to be very fun and easy to pick up, with lots of variety and strategic depth through the different characters and battlegrounds. We can't wait to see the action unfold as new players join in and take 20 years' worth of Blizzard heroes and villains into battle."
"We're excited to see the all-star lineup from every one of Blizzard's franchises meet up in Heroes of the Storm," said William Ding, CEO and founder of NetEase. "Blizzard has had a huge influence on Chinese players and the local market over the past two decades. The NetEase team is thrilled to bring its fifth Blizzard game series to China, and we will continue to work closely with Blizzard to deliver the best experience possible."
Heroes of the Storm officially launches around the world on June 3 with a starting roster of more than 35 Heroes and 7 dynamic Battlegrounds, each with unique challenges to overcome--and even more Heroes and Battlegrounds are on the way. Players can customize their Heroes with a variety of skins to suit their style, as well as switch between a stable of special mounts that help them cover ground on the battlefield more quickly. The game features gameplay modes for players of every skill level, including "Cooperative", in which players team up against computer-controlled opponents, and "Quick Match", an accessible way to jump in and play others. Experienced players can also join forces against other teams of players in highly competitive, draft-style ranked play.
In addition to the simplified Chinese version, Heroes of the Storm is available fully localized into English, Korean, Latin American Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, French, German, Italian, Polish, European Spanish, Russian and traditional Chinese.
To celebrate the launch of Heroes of the Storm, Blizzard Entertainment and NetEase will jointly hold a live-streamed prelaunch event on May 31. The event will feature a special celebrity show match, including Warcraft III stars Grubby and Sky, StarCraft superstar Bisu, interviews with members of the Heroes of the Storm development team and other guests from the world of gaming, as well as the kickoff match of Heroes ProLeague Final 16 competitions. The celebration event will be streamed at the official website of Heroes ProLeague - http://gold.163.com/live-stream. Further information will be made available as the event draws closer.
In addition to the China prelaunch event, the Heroes of the Storm global launch celebration will take place in London, UK, on the evening of June 1, and will also feature an epic live stream for players to tune into from around the world. Keep an eye on the official Heroes of the Storm site for further details.
About Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.
Best known for blockbuster hits including World of Warcraft(®) and the Warcraft(®), StarCraft(®), and Diablo(®) franchises, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (http://www.blizzard.com), a division of Activision Blizzard (NASDAQ: ATVI), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment software renowned for creating some of the industry's most critically acclaimed games. Blizzard Entertainment's track record includes nineteen #1 games(*) and multiple Game of the Year awards. The company's online-gaming service, Battle.net(®), is one of the largest in the world, with millions of active players.
(*)Sales and/or downloads. Based on internal company records and reports from key distribution partners.
About NetEase, Inc.
NetEase, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTES) is a leading Internet technology company in China. Dedicated to providing online services centered around content, community, communication and commerce, NetEase develops and operates some of China's most successful online PC and mobile games, advertising services, e-mail services and e-commerce platforms. In partnership with Blizzard Entertainment, NetEase operates some of the most popular international online games in China, including World of Warcraft(®), Hearthstone((TM)): Heroes of Warcraft((TM)), StarCraft(®)II, Heroes of the Storm(TM)and Diablo III(®): Reaper of Souls((TM)).
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-looking Statements: Information in this press release that involves Blizzard Entertainment's and NetEase's expectations, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future are forward-looking statements that are not facts and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. These statements are made under the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Blizzard Entertainment and NetEase generally use words such as "outlook," "will," "could," "would," "might," "remains," "to be," "plans," "believes," "may," "expects," "intends," "anticipates," "estimate," "future," "plan," "positioned," "potential," "project," "remain," "scheduled," "set to," "subject to," "upcoming" and similar expressions to identify forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause Blizzard Entertainment's and/or NetEase's actual future results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements set forth in this release include, but are not limited to, sales levels of Blizzard Entertainment's titles generally, the popularity of Heroes of the Storm among Chinese players and the effect of future expansion sets on the game, shifts in consumer spending trends, the impact of the current macroeconomic environment, the seasonal and cyclical nature of the interactive game market, the risk that Shanghai EaseNet will not be able to operate Diablo III, Heroes of the Storm, StarCraft II, World of Warcraft, Hearthstone: Heroes of Warcraft or other games licensed by it from Blizzard Entertainment for a period of time or permanently due to possible governmental actions, the risk that Shanghai EaseNet or NetEase will be subject to penalties or operating restrictions imposed by governmental authorities in the PRC resulting from the operations of their online games, including suspension of their Internet service or other penalties, the risk that changes in Chinese government regulation of the online game market may limit future growth of Blizzard's or NetEase's revenue in China or cause revenue to decline; industry competition and competition from other forms of entertainment, rapid changes in technology, industry standards and consumer preferences, including interest in specific genres such as real-time strategy, action-role-playing and massively multiplayer online games, protection of proprietary rights, litigation against Blizzard Entertainment and/or NetEase, maintenance of relationships with key personnel, customers, licensees, licensors, vendors and third-party developers, including the ability to attract, retain and develop key personnel and developers who can create high quality "hit" titles, counterparty risks relating to customers, licensees, licensors and manufacturers, domestic and international economic, financial and political conditions and policies, foreign exchange rates and tax rates, and the identification of suitable future acquisition opportunities, and the other factors identified in the risk factors section of Activision Blizzard's most recent annual report on Form 10-K and any subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q and of NetEase's most recent annual report on Form 20-F and other filings and submissions with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The forward-looking statements in this release are based upon information available to Blizzard Entertainment, Activision Blizzard and NetEase, as the case may be, as of the date of this release, and none of such parties assumes any obligation to update any such forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements believed to be true when made may ultimately prove to be incorrect. These statements are not guarantees of the future performance of Blizzard Entertainment, Activision Blizzard or NetEase and are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors, some of which are beyond their respective control and may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations.
For further information contact:
Rob Hilburger
Vice President, Global Communications
Blizzard Entertainment
(+1) 949-242-8404
rhilburger@blizzard.com
Roger Sun
Public Relations Director
Blizzard China
(+86) 21-3133 0700
rsun@blizzard.com
Cassia Curran
NetEase, Inc.
(+86) 571-8985-2076
cassia@corp.netease.com
World's first Android app for Installer Hijacking Vulnerability Installer Hijacking Defender launched
BEIJING, May 20, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- World's first Android app developed specifically for tackling the Installer Hijacking Vulnerability issue, Installer Hijacking Defender is officially launched today in the Google Play Store. According to 360 Security Group, the app is the only one of its kind that thoroughly scans the vulnerabilities and protects Android devices from being compromised.
What is Installer Hijacking Vulnerability and why you should care
In March, Palo Alto Network announced their discovery of Android Installer Hijacking, a vulnerability in Android that allows an attacker to modify or replace a benign-looking Android app with malware and therefore gain full access to private data. The company successfully detected exploits against Android 4.2.x and lower but mentioned that some Android 4.3 devices might also be vulnerable. Approximately 89.4 percent of the Android population was affected as of January 2014 when the vulnerability was first discovered.
Google had issued patches for the vulnerability for Android 4.3 and later but protecting your data security still needs quick actions, if any, by major vendors such as Samsung and Amazon.
Palo Alto Networks has published a scanner app, but the only action users can take after spotting the vulnerability is to stop downloading apps from sources other than Google Play. In reality, simply visiting pop-ups or using web browsers can lead to affection.
How can Installer Hijacking Defender help?
As world's first anti-virus app specifically for Installer Hijacking, Installer Hijacking Defender is equipped with both scanning and protecting features that are essential to fix the vulnerability. You can first scan your device to check if it is vulnerable by simply taping the "Scan" button. If your device is in danger, you can enable the protection feature by first pressing "Protect" button and then choosing Installer Hijacking Defender. You will be alerted with suggestions to uninstall affected apps next time when your device is attacked.
Installer Hijacking Defender is now available in Google Play for free.
About 360 Security Group
360 Security Group is world famous mobile application development team committed to improving mobile lives for Android users. The team has developed 360 Security, a security and optimization app that enjoys 200 million users and that has reached top 5 on Google Play in 79 countries. Adopting anti-virus engine trusted by 670 million users worldwide and strictly following Google's most updated code, the team acted fast to release Installer Hijacking Defender to protect Android users from Installer Hijacking Vulnerability.
World's first Android app for Installer Hijacking Vulnerability Installer Hijacking Defenderlaunched
BEIJING, May 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- World's first Android app developed specifically for tackling the Installer Hijacking Vulnerability issue, Installer Hijacking Defender is officially launched today in the Google Play Store. According to 360 Security Group, the app is the only one of its kind that thoroughly scans the vulnerabilities and protects Android devices from being compromised.
What is Installer Hijacking Vulnerability and why you should care
In March, Palo Alto Network announced their discovery of Android Installer Hijacking, a vulnerability in Android that allows an attacker to modify or replace a benign-looking Android app with malware and therefore gain full access to private data. The company successfully detected exploits against Android 4.2.x and lower but mentioned that some Android 4.3 devices might also be vulnerable. Approximately 89.4 percent of the Android population was affected as of January 2014 when the vulnerability was first discovered.
Google had issued patches for the vulnerability for Android 4.3 and later but protecting your data security still needs quick actions, if any, by major vendors such as Samsung and Amazon.
Palo Alto Networks has published a scanner app, but the only action users can take after spotting the vulnerability is to stop downloading apps from sources other than Google Play. In reality, simply visiting pop-ups or using web browsers can lead to affection.
How can Installer Hijacking Defender help?
As world's first anti-virus app specifically for Installer Hijacking, Installer Hijacking Defender is equipped with both scanning and protecting features that are essential to fix the vulnerability. You can first scan your device to check if it is vulnerable by simply taping the "Scan" button. If your device is in danger, you can enable the protection feature by first pressing "Protect" button and then choosing Installer Hijacking Defender. You will be alerted with suggestions to uninstall affected apps next time when your device is attacked.
Installer Hijacking Defender is now available in Google Play for free.
About 360 Security Group
360 Security Group is world famous mobile application development team committed to improving mobile lives for Android users. The team has developed 360 Security, a security and optimization app that enjoys 200 million users and that has reached top 5 on Google Play in 79 countries. Adopting anti-virus engine trusted by 670 million users worldwide and strictly following Google's most updated code, the team acted fast to release Installer Hijacking Defender to protect Android users from Installer Hijacking Vulnerability.
MOUNT VERNON, N.Y., May 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Key Digital(®), an award winning (CES, InfoComm, CEDIA, NAHB) manufacturer of leading-edge technology for HDTV applications, introduces the brand new Fat Cat Series(TM) 4K HDBaseT/HDMI Extenders KD-X400ProK and KD-X600ProK for the upcoming InfoComm 2015 in Orlando, Florida. These products are designed for commercial and residential applications. As leaders in digital video technology, Key Digital(®) produces a variety of HDMI switchers to provide solutions to installers of commercial and residential A/V systems.
The KD-X400ProK and KD-X600ProK are HDBaseT/HDMI via Single CAT5e/6 (Tx + Rx Set) Extenders, support Ultra HD/4K, EDID Control, Hot Plug Control, Full Buffer System, IR Sensor, Up/Down IR & RS-232.
The KD-X400ProK supports signal extension up to 150 ft. @ 4K/24/25/30/60 using KD-CAT6STP1X cabling, up to 125 ft. @ 4K/24/25/30/60 using third-party CAT5e/6 UTP/STP, up to 250 ft. @ 1080p/1920x1200 using KD-CAT6STP1X cabling, and up to 200 ft. @ 1080p/1920x1200 using third-party CAT5e/6 UTP/STP.
The KD-X600ProK supports signal extension in standard and long range mode. In Standard Mode (supports resolutions up to 4K/UHD) supports signal extension up to 300 ft. @ 4K/24/25/30/60 using KD-CAT6STP1X cabling, up to 250 ft. @ 4K/24/25/30/60 using third-party CAT5e/6 UTP/STP up to 400 ft. @ 1080p/1920x1200 using KD-CAT6STP1X cabling, and up to 300 ft. @ 1080p/1920x1200 using third-party CAT5e/6 UTP/STP. In Long Range Mode (4K resolutions not supported),supports signal extension up to 600 ft. @ 1080p/1920x1200 using KD-CAT6STP1X cabling and up to 500 ft. @ 1080p/1920x1200 using third-party CAT5e/6 UTP/STP
Today's installers need reliable, easy, and fast integration of video and audio in commercial and residential applications. This is why the KD-X400ProK and KD-X600ProK come with a Lifetime Warranty.
For more information on how Key Digital(®) is revolutionizing digital video transmission, visit http://www.keydigital.com. Key Digital(®) will be exhibiting at InfoComm 2015. For more information click here or visit us at Booth 3473.
Key Digital Industry Leadership
Mike Tsinberg, Founder and President of Key Digital(®), is a holder of 40 HDTV patents.
-- "Father of DVD" - Developed architecture and system software for world
first Digital Video Disk (DVD) MPEG2 based authoring system--key DVD
enabling technology
-- Participated with Emmy Award Winner for DVD technology development
-- 2009 Inductee by HDTV by the Academy of DTV Pioneers (CEA) - Top 200
Pioneers
-- SMTPE Fellow
-- Adele De Berri Pioneers Award winner at InfoComm 2013
About Key Digital(®
)Key Digital(®) is an award winning (CES, InfoComm, CEDIA, NAHB) developer and manufacturer of leading-edge technology for HDTV applications, delivering total video systems solutions. The company manufactures a wide range of digital video processing and video signal distribution solutions as well as control systems marketed broadly to the HDTV community, such as digital video and audio processors, switchers, distribution amplifiers, cables, adapters, and more. For more information, visit our webpage at http://www.keydigital.com.
Panasonic, Indianapolis Motor Speedway Enhance the Indy Fan Experience with Millions of Pixels and Trillions of Colors, Delivering Stunning Race Content in Real Time
NEWARK, N.J., May 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Indianapolis Motor Speedway fans will experience the raw speed and intensity of the 99(th) Indianapolis 500 - up close and personal - courtesy of 20 newly-installed LED video boards from Panasonic Enterprise Solutions Company, a division of Panasonic Corporation of North America. Significantly larger and brighter digital video boards, with the capacity to display content in real time, will now enable hundreds of thousands of spectators to watch the "Greatest Spectacle in Racing" with the same level of clarity and intimacy as viewers watching at home.
Indianapolis Motor Speedway selected Panasonic to build a network of next-generation video boards located throughout the infield and in front of the grandstands of the legendary 2.5-mile oval. Over a three-month period, Panasonic installed a series of customized, networked LED displays measuring 11,540 total square feet, more than double the size of the previous boards. Panasonic engineers also incorporated 10mm pixel count technology into many of the displays, including the large screens at each of the track's four turns, giving those video boards the tightest pixel pitch of any display in motorsports. The digital displays have the capacity to deliver rich content unparalleled in resolution, imaging clarity and crispness from among 281 trillion color combinations. Better views of larger, brighter video boards will allow fans to stay on top of all the action along the massive track and inside the team pit areas, while also experiencing the sights and sounds of the Indy 500 through the technological wizardry of more than 10 million pixels being brought to life.
"Our focus is preserving the traditions and legacies of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, while finding creative ways of using the latest technologies to create an immersive fan experience," said Doug Boles, President of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. "Through the investments we continue to make in 'Project 100' and our relationship with Panasonic, we believe we're providing our fans with the first-class entertainment experience they deserve. Cutting edge technology, a state-of-the-art video production control room and LED digital displays improve our ability to reach more people and promote stronger involvement, enthusiasm and connectivity between the race and our fans."
Advanced system capabilities gives programmers expanded versatility to use the optimal mix of content elements to engage, inform and entertain fans, ranging from animation, multi-screen images and built-in social media components to replays, close-up angles and graphics. Fans will receive up-to-date information from hundreds of data points, such as speed, RPMs, tire pressure, car throttle, oil readings, lap counter and leader positions. (Bringing fans even closer to the action).
"One of the key aspects of this project was synchronizing all content - data, graphics and video - to produce a solution with unmatched resolution and the capacity to perform multiple functions in a seamless fashion," stated Jim Doyle, President of Panasonic Enterprise Solutions Company. "We worked closely with Indianapolis Motor Speedway to design a high-end, integrated technology solution that raises the bar on the connected fan experience while giving sponsors a dynamic, interactive messaging platform to solicit consumer engagement, increase brand visibility and grow revenues."
To manage the various challenges of broadcasting an event covering a large geographical area, taking place at high speeds and aggregating data from multiple camera feeds, Panasonic Enterprise Solutions introduced a front-end system interface solution that functions as the software brains inside the speedway's broadcast production control room. For operators, Panasonic's technology solution streamlines an elaborate process of managing the intricate arrangement of data and imagery into one cohesive canvas, eliminating the complexities associated with stitching together separate collections of individual picture elements to produce a seamless image.
In June 2014, Panasonic installed the venue's 92-foot-tall rectangular scoring pylon. The four-sided pylon stands taller and wider than its predecessor, and contains 5,280 individual LED panels to offer vastly improved messaging capabilities. As part of its partnership, Panasonic is also sponsoring the Pagoda, one of the most iconic structures in worldwide motorsports.
Panasonic Enterprise Solutions is a recognized leader in producing customized digital displays serving motorsports, having designed and installed some of the largest and most innovative high-definition LED video boards in the world. Other motorsports projects include Guinness World Record-certified 'Big Hoss TV' at Texas Motor Speedway, Charlotte Motor Speedway which was the biggest video board in the world at the time it was built in 2011, Richmond International Raceway (VA), Louden Motor Speedway (NH), Homestead-Miami Speedway (FL) and Sonoma Raceway (CA).
2015 Ticket Information: Ticket information is available for all racing events at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in 2015 - The 99(th) Indianapolis 500, Brickyard Vintage Racing Invitational, Lilly Diabetes 250, Crown Royal Presents the "Your Hero's Name Here" 400 at the Brickyard and Red Bull Indianapolis GP. Tickets for groups of 20 or more also are available. Contact the IMS Group Sales Department at 866-221-8775 for more information. Information on parking and camping at IMS events is available at http://www.ims.com/tickets. Fans have three quick, convenient methods to buy tickets:
-- Online: Visit http://www.ims.com/tickets. Tickets are available 24 hours per
day, seven days per week.
-- Phone: Call 800-822-INDY or 317-492-6700 between 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. (ET)
Monday through Friday.
-- In Person: Visit the IMS Ticket Office at the IMS Administration
Building at the corner of Georgetown Road and 16(th) Street between 8
a.m.- 5 p.m. (ET) Monday through Friday.
Media Website: www.ims.com/media
About Panasonic Enterprise Solutions Company
Panasonic Corporation of North America provides a broad line of digital and other electronics products and solutions for consumer, business and industrial use. The company is the principal North American subsidiary of Osaka, Japan-based Panasonic Corporation and the hub of Panasonic's U.S. branding, marketing, sales, service and R&D operations. In Interbrand's 2014 annual "Best Global Green Brands" report, Panasonic ranked number five overall and the top electronics brand in the report. As part of continuing sustainability efforts, Panasonic Corporation of North America relocated its headquarters to a new facility, adjacent to Newark Penn Station in Newark, NJ. It is the first newly-constructed office tower in Newark to earn both LEED Platinum and Gold certifications from the U.S. Green Building Council. Learn more about Panasonic at us.panasonic.com/news.
Connect with Panasonic: Twitter, LinkedIn, Google Plus, Facebook, YouTube
SOURCE Panasonic Corporation of North America
Panasonic Corporation of North America
CONTACT: Jeremy Riffle (Indianapolis Motor Speedway) 317-492-6734 jriffle@brickyard.com; Suzi Elliott (Indianapolis Motor Speedway) 317-492-6409 selliott@brickyard.com; Jim Reilly (Panasonic), 201-392-6067, jim.reilly@us.panasonic.com; Steve Feeley (Panasonic), 201-392-6329, stephen.feeley@ext.us.panasonic.com
Digi Continues to Set the Standard in Patented M2M and Wireless Innovation
Five New U.S. Patent Awards in RF Expertise Span Signal Propagation, Power Efficiency, Wireless Antennae and Smart Energy
MINNETONKA, Minn., May 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Digi International®, (NASDAQ: DGII, http://www.digi.com), the M2M solutions expert, today announced that the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has awarded the company five new U.S. patents. Digi's new patents - which expand its intellectual property (IP) portfolio to 108 issued patents.
The newly issued patents protect key technological advances in radio frequency (RF) technology in signal propagation, power efficiency, wireless antennae and smart energy. For example, one patent covering Digi's RF Chirp Signal Propagation Delay Measurement is the first patent Digi has in support of its Digi XLR PRO(TM) wireless radio with Punch2® Technology. Digi XLR PRO provides superior throughput and range (1 to 100+ miles), even in extremely noisy environments, over unlicensed spectrum and is ideally suited for industries with remote assets such as oil and gas exploration/production, utilities and precision agriculture.
"A lot of companies talk about innovation," said Joel Young, chief technology officer at Digi, "but Digi is able to demonstrate the fruits of our commitment to research and development. The steady stream of patents we have earned from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office underscore the depth of our engineering expertise and the talents of our team - all of which help our customers solve problems and create opportunities. For 30 years, our customers have turned to Digi for smart, innovative solutions they can't find anywhere else."
New patents awarded by USPTO
-- Patent No. 8,976,060 - RF Chirp Signal Propagation Delay Measurement -
This is the first patent supporting Digi's groundbreaking Punch2
Technology in the Digi XLR PRO family of RF radios and is the first of
nine patents pending in connection with the product.
-- Patent No. 8,970,443 - Compact Balanced Embedded Antenna - Reflecting
the demand for smaller, more cost-effective antennae, Digi has been a
leading innovator in the design of small, embedded antennas, which help
reduce costs and minimize breakage. This is the sixth antenna patent for
Digi.
-- Patent No. 8,982,754 - I/O Driven Node Commissioning in a Sleeping Mesh
Network - Part of the DigiMesh(TM) wireless networking system enables
battery-operated sensors to operate in sleep mode, while still providing
performance levels more commonly associated with fully powered Mesh
networks. This capability brings new levels of efficiency to process
control operations and industries such as oil and gas.
-- Patent No. 8,990,256 - Smart Energy Configuration Using Link Key
Database - Digi continues to be a leader in smart energy implementations
using wireless networks, particularly with ZigBee - an open, global
wireless standard that enables simple and smart objects to work
together. This is the company's 10(th) patent in its burgeoning
portfolio of smart energy intellectual property.
-- Patent No. 9,013,190 - Digital Delay Measurement - Further illustrating
Digi's prowess in RF technologies, this patent provides a method to
determine the distance between two radio nodes through accurate
measurement of delay. This type of technological advancement is helping
enable low-cost location determination capabilities and impact
location-aware wireless sensor networks to create new classes of
applications.
About Digi International
Digi International (NASDAQ: DGII) is your mission critical M2M solutions expert, providing the industry's broadest range of wireless products, a cloud computing platform tailored for devices and development services to help customers get to market fast with wireless devices and applications. Digi's entire solution set is tailored to allow any device to communicate with any application, anywhere in the world. For more information, visit Digi's website at http://www.digi.com, or call 877-912-3444 (U.S.) or 952-912-3444 (International).
LG Electronics And CNN Airport Network Expand Transportation Digital Signage
New Installation Underway at San Diego International; Texas Airports Also Upgraded with New LG Displays
ATLANTA, May 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics USA and CNN Airport Network today announced further expansion of their long-standing alliance with the installation of new flat-panel LG LED displays at San Diego International Airport this spring. With this installation, LG digital signage screens are showing CNN Airport Network content at more than 25 airports in major cities across the United States.
Also under way this spring are LG technology upgrades at a number of major airports including Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport and others. All told, 1,100-plus LG screens now serve more than 1,600 gates with CNN Airport Network's 24/7 high-definition news, entertainment and sports programming.
"LG's leadership in advanced displays for the transportation industry complements CNN Airport Network's compelling, entertaining and timely programming for busy, on-the-go air travelers," said Debbie Cooper, President of CNN Airport Network. "CNN Airport Network is dedicated to meeting the needs and interests of our audience, and our long-standing alliance with LG is a key to fulfilling that mission."
Launched in 1991, CNN Airport Network is the only live satellite-delivered airport programming service specifically designed for the busy traveler. CNN Airport Network delivers live daily news from CNN and HLN, original travel features, entertainment programming from HBO, TBS, TNT and TCM, and live sporting events from premier sports leagues such as the NBA, MLB and the NCAA Men's Basketball Championship.
Emphasizing LG's leadership in airport displays, William Cho, President and CEO of LG Electronics USA, said, "Nowhere is LG's strength in advanced digital signage more evident than in LG displays at the nation's leading airports from coast to coast. The CNN Airport Network significantly enhances the gate experience, and we're proud that LG displays bring their compelling content to millions of business and leisure travelers."
In San Diego, the CNN Airport Network is deploying 26 new LG displays serving 49 of the 55 total gates. At DFW Airport, about 200 new LG displays are being deployed in a major upgrade and expansion. In Houston, dozens of displays are being upgraded to new thinner-bezel models.
LG's role as the primary display technology partner for the CNN Airport Network builds on a 10-year relationship between the two companies.
About LG Electronics USA
The LG Electronics USA Business-to-Business (B2B) division serves customers in the U.S. digital signage, systems integration, lodging and hospitality, transportation, healthcare, education, government and industrial markets. Based in Lincolnshire, Ill., with its dedicated engineering and customer support team, LG B2B delivers business-to-business technology solutions tailored to the particular needs of business environments. LG Electronics USA Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics, Inc., a $56 billion global force in consumer electronics, home appliances and mobile communications. For more information, please visit http://www.LGSolutions.com.
About CNN Airport Network
CNN Airport Network, which is run by Turner Private Networks, Inc., can be seen in more than 2,000 gates and other viewing areas in major U.S. airports, representing more than 469 million passenger enplanements annually. CNN Airport Network delivers national and international news, live breaking news, entertainment, weather, live sports, business and lifestyle features from CNN and other Time Warner properties.
About CNN
CNN Worldwide is a portfolio of two dozen news and information services across cable, satellite, radio, wireless devices and the Internet in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. Domestically, CNN reaches more individuals on television, the web and mobile devices than any other cable TV news organization in the United States; internationally, CNN is the most widely distributed news channel reaching more than 271 million households abroad; and CNN Digital is a top network for online news, mobile news and social media. Additionally, CNN Newsource is the world's most extensively utilized news service partnering with hundreds of local and international news organizations around the world. CNN is division of Turner Broadcasting System, Inc., a Time Warner Company.
CONTACT: LG Electronics USA, John I. Taylor, john.taylor@lge.com, (847) 941-8181; Turner Broadcasting, Rachelle Savoia, rachelle.savoia@turner.com, (404) 878-2293
Barkid Is All Set to Ensure the Safety of a Child in a Smart Way
TEL AVIV, Israel, May 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --
The unique product called Barkid ensures the safety of a child by sounding an alert
Sometimes, children may be forgotten in the car, they may run away from the school
yard, or they may simply disappear from view when a parent becomes distracted.
Although there are many technological solutions to this problem, all of them have
major flaws in the aspects of safety, comfort, and price. Now, there is a product that is
approaching perfection: it's called Barkid [http://www.barkid.com ].
BarKid [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-YJGfyaTFc8 ] is composed of a bracelet for
your child and an app for your smart phone. This special bracelet, designed especially for
children, with ibeacon Apple technology, the smart bracelet does not use GPS or a SIM card
and does not require frequent charging.
The app interfaces with the bracelet, allowing the user access to many special
features. It sounds an alert whenever a child leaves the defined area. These alerts ensure
that children are never left behind in cars, shopping malls, or other public places by
mistake.
In the event that a child does become lost, you can tap the "report missing" button.
From that point on, any Barkid user that your child approaches will get an alert on your
child and will be able to contact you at the touch of a button. Furthermore, teachers of
young children can greatly benefit from the use of this product because they can keep
track of the entry and exit of children from the school. They also have the option to
press the panic button in case of an emergency.
BarKid is specially designed for children for both fun and convenience, allowing them
access to online educational games with their favorite cartoon character featured on the
bracelet.
This is the only bracelet parents will want their children to wear, and the only
bracelet that kids will want to wear. Don't say "it won't happen to us" - stay tuned for
BarKid's presentation on Kickstarter on May 26, 2015. We expect it to gather a lot of
interest from people all over the world!
MindMeld and Fetch Create Industry's First Artificial Intelligence Powered Smartwatch App
As smartwatch and smartphone commerce heats up, MindMeld teams with Fetch to give everyone their own AI-powered personal buying assistant.
SAN FRANCISCO, May 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- MindMeld, the first platform for building advanced voice-driven applications, and Fetch, a mobile commerce company, today announced the industry's first AI-powered shopping concierge. To download the Fetch app, one of the "Best New Apps," go to the App Store or Google Play.
This represents an important tech milestone as consumers today spend more than 60% of their time online using mobile devices and wearables, yet fewer than 10% of all purchases are made from these devices. The reason for this is clear: shopping on a smartphone or smartwatch can be a tedious and painful process. MindMeld and Fetch have teamed up to solve this problem by creating the industry's first mobile shopping concierge powered by MindMeld's advanced AI.
"Fetch is the leading personal buying assistant for mobile devices and wearables, and MindMeld is the most advanced artificial intelligence platform for understanding spoken and natural language requests," said Tom Hadfield, chief executive officer of Fetch. "It makes perfect sense that we would combine the capabilities of both platforms to streamline our personal concierge service using MindMeld's advanced AI."
"Just a few years ago, building the application envisioned by Fetch was simply not possible with the available technology," said Tim Tuttle, chief executive officer and founder of Expect Labs, the company behind MindMeld. "With the recent advances in AI and machine learning, a new generation of tools is emerging which can accurately understand voice and natural language requests in order to deliver a higher level of customer service with unprecedented efficiency."
How It Works
Using the Fetch app for the Apple Watch, iPhone, iPad or Android, a user can ask for anything with a simple text message or voice command. For example, a user could say, "Book me on the first flight to Portland on Sunday morning." At this point, MindMeld's advanced AI platform analyzes the spoken request, automatically retrieves possible flights and dispatches the results to the right member of Fetch's expert team of personal shopping concierges. Fetch's concierge will then select the best option and send it back to the user for final confirmation before booking.
Trend: Personal Buying Assistant Services
Starting in early 2015, personal buying assistant services have begun to explode including record numbers of users. Fetch sees tens of thousands of new user signups every month. As this market heats up, advanced AI is critical to intelligently triage user requests and automate repetitive tasks. By complementing human expertise with advanced machine learning, MindMeld enables Fetch to quickly scale to support millions of user requests every month while maintaining exceptional customer service.
The Importance of Intelligent Voice in Apps
Since 2011, MindMeld has pioneered the development of technology to power a new generation of voice-driven applications. Over 1,400 companies use MindMeld to power next-generation, voice-driven experiences that enable users to quickly find and navigate information in a range of applications. MindMeld's customers and investors include some of largest technology companies in the industry including Google, Samsung, Intel, Telefonica, Liberty Global, IDG as well as some of the largest automobile manufacturers and government agencies.
About Fetch
Fetch is a mobile commerce company founded in 2013 by Tom Hadfield. The Fetch personal buying assistant, available for iOS and Android, makes buying as easy as describing the product you want. In April 2014, the company raised $2.3 million from seed investors including Kapor Capital, Black Green Capital, Tamarisc, Cane Investments, Beechwood Capital, Thatchstone, Ryerson Futures, Tom Rutledge, RP Eddy, Michael Foster and Dariush Maanavi. For more information about Fetch or to download the app, visit buywithfetch.com.
About MindMeld
MindMeld, created by Expect Labs, is the first technology platform that enables companies to build intelligent voice interfaces for any application or device. Over 1400 companies use this service to power next-generation, voice-driven experiences that enable users to quickly find and navigate information in a range of applications. MindMeld has been widely recognized as a leader in the field of voice-driven computing and was named by Entrepreneur Magazine as one of the "100 Brilliant Companies" of 2015 and by MIT Technology Review as one of the world's "50 Smartest Companies" of 2014. More information about MindMeld is available at mindmeld.com.
Cristina Dunning
Sparkpr for Expect Labs
expectlabs@sparkpr.com
Unitrends Release 8.1 Delivers Up To 50 Times Faster Backup Windows
Software powering Unitrends' physical and virtual data protection appliances now supports VMware vSphere 6 and offers scalability for larger enterprises
BURLINGTON, Mass., May 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Unitrends, a leader in enterprise-level cloud recovery, today announced the availability of Release 8.1, the latest version of the robust data protection software powering its Recovery-Series family of physical backup and disaster recovery appliances as well as its Unitrends Enterprise Backup(TM) (UEB) virtual appliance. Release 8.1 provides customers with up to 50 times faster backup windows, a new Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) deployment option and advanced support for VMware vSphere 6.
"We switched to Unitrends two years ago because the company provides the ability to do both virtual and physical appliance backups within one product, greatly reducing our total cost of ownership," said Chad Bryan, network administrator at the University of Northwestern Ohio. "Since becoming a customer, the company has continually delivered cutting-edge data protection features that make our lives easier."
Up to 50 Times Faster Backup Windows
Release 8.1 includes a new changed-block tracking feature for Microsoft Hyper-V environments. This new filter driver more optimally tracks changes to virtual machines at the hypervisor level as they occur, resulting in up to 50 times faster incremental backup windows and much shorter recovery point objectives (RPOs).
Full Support for VMware vSphere 6
This release also extends VMware protection to support vSphere 6. In addition to hypervisor-based protection, Unitrends also enables the protection of applications and operating systems within one or more VMware vSphere virtual machine(s). With this feature, administrators can set different RPOs, recovery time objectives (RTOs) and service level agreements (SLAs) at the hypervisor level as well as granularly within the virtual machines themselves. They can also granularly control the amount of data to be protected rather than having to select the entire virtual machine.
UEB on RHEL
Driven by market and customer demand, deployment options for UEB now include execution directly on RHEL in addition to packaged virtual appliances for VMware vSphere and Microsoft Hyper-V. The RHEL integration provides greater scalability for larger enterprises and includes direct attach for tape archiving.
Unitrends Free(TM)
Unitrends Release 8.1 is the engine behind the company's newly released Unitrends Free software, a free virtual storage appliance aimed at IT professionals seeking cost-effective protection for home labs, early-stage virtualization projects and small environments. To download Unitrends Free, go to: http://www.UnitrendsFree.com.
Additional enterprise-class features of Release 8.1 include:
-- Support for RHEL 7, Ubuntu 14 and Mac OS 10.10
-- Complete protection for Microsoft SQL Server AlwaysOn Failover Clusters,
which delivers enhanced physical and deep virtual protection for local
high availability
-- Support for NetApp Cluster Mode, which provides high-availability
configurations for large environments
-- Advanced support for Oracle Automatic Storage Management, which ensures
critical data is protected both on- and off-premise
"Release 8.1 demonstrates our continued commitment to providing flexible backup and recovery solutions that adapt to any IT environment," said Mark Campbell, Unitrends' chief technology officer. "With our proven data protection offerings, customers can stop worrying about data loss and downtime, and instead focus on strategic IT projects that drive business growth."
About Unitrends
Unitrends delivers award-winning business recovery solutions for any IT environment. The company's portfolio of virtual, physical and cloud solutions provides adaptive protection for organizations globally. To address the complexities facing today's modern data center, Unitrends delivers end-to-end protection and instant recovery of all virtual and physical assets as well as automated disaster recovery testing built for virtualization. With the industry's lowest total cost of ownership, Unitrends' offerings are backed by a customer support team that consistently achieves a 98 percent satisfaction rating. Unitrends' solutions are also sold through a community of thousands of leading technology partners, service providers and resellers worldwide. Visit http://www.unitrends.com.
CloudNine(TM) Engages dtSearch® Engine for Streamlined SaaS-Hosted eDiscovery
Over 50 of the top 250 law firms are customers of the highly scalable CloudNine solution
BETHESDA, Md., May 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- CloudNine, eDiscovery provider to over 20% of top law firms, and dtSearch, a leader in enterprise and developer text retrieval products for instantly searching terabytes of text across a wide variety of data types, announce the integration of the dtSearch Engine into CloudNine's SaaS-hosted eDiscovery platform.
When you need to review large volumes of electronically stored information (ESI) under tight litigation deadlines, choosing the right technology is vital. For CloudNine, a Houston-based electronic discovery software and service provider, one of the key components of that technology is dtSearch, the text-retrieval search engine that CloudNine has integrated into its Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) review platform.
"With information volume in most organizations doubling about every two years, our clients have more data than ever to cull quickly for litigation review," stated Doug Austin, Vice President of Professional Services at CloudNine. "Our clients are able to do so through the advanced searching and culling capabilities within our litigation review platform and dtSearch is a key component of that advanced searching and culling."
"Before we switched to dtSearch, we had to rely on the full-text indexing and retrieval capabilities of the database management system (DBMS) that we were using," noted Bill David, Chief Technology Officer at CloudNine, who oversees software development for the company. "By moving to dtSearch, we were not only able to take advantage of additional advanced searching capabilities, but we were also able to become DBMS independent."
CloudNine has taken advantage of dtSearch's fast indexing and retrieval capabilities to enable its clients to manage very large document collections. "We have hosted single data collections in the terabytes," remarked Austin. "By leveraging the power of dtSearch in our platform, our clients can retrieve most result sets in just a few seconds, even in our largest collections."
"The programmatic control that dtSearch gives us over the source files makes it easier to manage terabytes of data and still deliver search results fast," added David. "Because of that, many of our clients process and load their entire eDiscovery data collection via our automated Discovery Client application, knowing that our search engine will quickly index their text and enable them to quickly cull the data within our platform."
"CloudNine's ease of use and searching flexibility are key reasons that we have used it on several cases within our firm," stated Katherine Gonyea, Attorney at Dow, Golub, Remels & Beverly, LLP. "Even with cases as large as over 500,000 documents and over 1.8 million pages, the software returns search results in seconds!"
"In addition to its speed, our clients love the robustness of the search engine," added Austin. "The ability to perform complex searches that include grouping of terms, phrases, proximity, fuzzy, stemming and synonyms which is integrated into CloudNine via the dtSearch Engine enables our clients to strike the best balance possible between recall and precision in their searches."
About CloudNine Discovery, http://www.cloudninediscovery.com
CloudNine enables law firms to save time and money by consolidating all their eDiscovery collection, processing and review requirements into one resource. CloudNine's cloud-based eDiscovery software assists in the collection, processing and review of large volumes of data, reducing the expense of traditional processing, loading and hosting. CloudNine owns, operates and manages a dedicated cloud environment, where the hardware, storage and network are dedicated to CloudNine's eDiscovery platform. CloudNine is currently used by over fifty of the top 250 law firms and offered as a software-as-a-service (SaaS) without user fees, where CloudNine licenses its applications to customers for use and provides access via the Internet. CloudNine's blog, eDiscovery Daily (http://www.cloudninediscovery.com/ediscoverydaily/) is in its fifth year as a trusted source of information in the legal industry.
About dtSearch, http://www.dtsearch.com
The Smart Choice for Text Retrieval® since 1991, the dtSearch product line instantly searches terabytes of text. Along with enterprise and developer text retrieval, the company has its own document filters, offering parsing, extraction, conversion and searching of a broad spectrum of data formats. Supported data types encompass databases, static and dynamic website data, popular "Office" formats, compression formats and emails (including the full-text of nested attachments). dtSearch products meet some of the largest-capacity text retrieval needs in the world, and have received hundreds of excellent case studies and press reviews. (Please see http://www.dtsearch.com for these.) The company has distributors worldwide with coverage on six continents.
SOURCE dtSearch
dtSearch
CONTACT: Jennifer Headley, jheadley@sspr.com, 267-758-2637
Bloxels, the Video Game You Can Build, Launches on Kickstarter
SAINT LOUIS, Missouri, May 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --
Videogame building system aims to raise $40,000 on crowdfunding site
Today, the build and play videogame Bloxels launches on Kickstarter, with early bird
pledges starting from $40. From the minds of the Pixel Press team, Bloxels allows players
to design their very own video game. Simply use physical blocks on the gameboard to create
your own layout for the game, snap a picture with the accompanying app, then customize and
play your game on a tablet or smartphone:
The Bloxels project allows players to place walls, choose where enemies and turrets
spawn, and customize the location of those all-important coins. You can battle as a hero
or a boss, and the more you play the more coins and gems you can earn towards upgrades -
everything from classing up, expanding the size of arenas you can build, to unlocking new
features and environments. It's recommended for players 8 and up, but it's fun for
game-lovers of all ages.
Pixel Press Co-Founder Robin Rath explains: "It's every child's dream - to be able to
build their very own videogame to play and challenge their friends. The incredible team we
have at Pixel Press have been hard at work to make this dream a reality for kids of all
ages. All we need now is the help of the amazing Kickstarter community to push Bloxels
into production so everybody can start building and playing!"
The technology that makes Bloxels possible is a process known as computer vision.
Bloxels' specially developed software allows the companion app to read the physical blocks
layout on the gameboard, where each color represents an in-game object, which then
transforms the information into a customizable and playable video game level on a tablet
or smartphone. Each Bloxels gameboard creates one room in your arena, but once you capture
it you can clear it off to add another room. You can connect rooms on all four sides,
making it as complex or as simple as you want. Players can then test out their game and
challenge friends or try to beat other people's creations.
Bloxels combines the physical and digital world to deliver an immersive experience
where your imagination decides how your game looks and plays. The first free app for
Bloxels is B.R.A.V.E. Squad. It's a top-down, dungeon exploring adventure where you can
either take control of the Heroes with the mission to exterminate the villains or become
the Boss defending your dungeon creation from other players - and your coins! The more you
play, the more coins and gems you can collect which can be used to upgrade and unlock
additional features. With Bloxels, the B.R.A.V.E. Squad universe is yours to create and
conquer.
Rob Bennet, Head of Technical Operations and fellow Co-Founder says, "We are confident
that the app software ensures every game is an exciting, shareable and a uniquely hands-on
experience. Bloxels has been developed from feedback from both kids and adults to make it
the ultimate gaming experience. In the past you had to choose between creating or playing
something - we've developed something that lets you do both. Bloxels is big fun for kids,
and fun for big kids!"
Bloxels is available on Kickstarter
[https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pixelpress/143633703?token(e1b478 ] with the Early
Bird pledge available for $40 which includes the Bloxels set, free B.R.A.V.E. Squad app,
sticker sheet and a retro-style slap bracelet.
Bloxels is the videogame building system where you can use physical blocks to build
customizable video games for your tablet or smartphone.
Create a layout on the gameboard. Capture it on camera. Customize it in our app. Then
test it out, challenge your friends, try to beat other people's creations, and earn coins
and gems along the way to unlock new tools and larger building environments. It's
recommended for players 8 and up, but it's fun for game-lovers of all ages.
Pixel Press is a technology company based in Saint Louis that was founded on
Kickstarter two years ago. They are inspired by the opportunities that unfold by
integrating the physical, "real" world with the digital, device-driven world.
bloxelsbuilder.com
CONTACT: For Media Enquiries, please contact: Heather Delaney at Dynamo PR Mobile: +447446073352 Email: heather.delaney@dynamopr.com Twitter: @divertinglife
Oxygen Forensic Suite 2015: Faster Data Extraction and Real-Time Analysis
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, May 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --
Oxygen Forensics updates its flagship mobile forensic solution, Oxygen Forensic(R)
Suite, adding options for speeding up acquisition and analysis. The new fast data
extraction option enables experts to quickly dump the content of iOS and Android devices
to the hard drive for subsequent importing, allowing forensic labs separating and
paralleling data extraction and data processing. The newly added option to use Watch Lists
during the extraction enables investigators to see data based on predefined keywords
immediately while waiting for the extraction process to complete.
Now including several options to parallel, speed up acquisition, extraction and
analysis, the updated Oxygen Forensic Suite offers better productivity of larger forensic
labs while enabling individual investigators using their time effectively.
Watching for Evidence during the Extraction
"Extracting the content of a modern device can take a long time. If timing is
essential, experts will no longer have to sit through the extraction process," says Oleg
Fedorov, Oxygen CEO. "Instead, they can now use a Watch list to see items and records with
pre-defined keywords pop up in real-time during the extraction."
Oxygen Forensic Suite adds the Watch lists section. The new section is updated in real
time during the data extraction process, and reveals records and items that match one of
the pre-defined keywords. By using the Watch lists section, investigators start seeing the
results arriving in just moments after they launch the extraction process.
Separating Acquisition and Analysis Stages
Oxygen Forensic Suite is all about integration. Integrating acquisition, parsing and
analysis into a single forensic package offers forensic customers one of the most balanced
solutions on the market. In this release, Oxygen Forensic Suite targets forensic labs with
dedicated acquisition and analysis departments, separating data extraction and data
processing to enable the different departments work in parallel.
If a lab has multiple devices to process, separating the acquisition stage from data
processing and analysis allows spreading the two time-consuming processes that require
different sets of skills and qualifications from the expert.
The latest release of Oxygen Forensic Suite adds the option to quickly produce iTunes
backups from iOS devices and make physical dumps of Android OS devices, saving the binary
images on a PC for subsequent importing, parsing or passing to another expert.
Apple Production DMG Images Support
Oxygen Forensic(R) Extractor. Added opportunity to import Apple Production DMG image
provided by Apple Inc. company upon request.
Alliance Digital Media In Partnership With Arc System Works And Aksys Games, Announces The Release Of BlazBlue: Battle Cards Mobile Game For The iPad
NEW YORK, May 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Alliance Distributors Holding Inc. (Pink Sheets: ADTR), a distributor, developer and publisher of interactive video games and gaming products, announced today its Alliance Digital Media(®) unit, in partnership with BlazBlue creator Arc System Works and Aksys Games, has released BlazBlue: Battle Cards(TM) for the iPad(®).
The app captures the excitement and epic intensity of the BlazBlue brand and its roster of fighters in a dynamic multiplayer card combat game. The app allows players to choose their warrior from one of nine iconic BlazBlue characters; build their deck from a wide range of attacks and special moves, and then go head-to-head online against other players through the built-in matchmaking, ranking and leader board system.
Jay Gelman, CEO of Alliance said "We are very excited to be able to bring the BlazBlue experience to the mobile space with our introduction of BlazBlue: Battle Cards. Our development team at Alliance headed up by Matt Sughrue has done a great job translating the exciting and challenging BlazBlue experience to a multiplayer card combat game. We want to thank both Aksys and Arc who have been extremely supportive of all our development efforts. Their cooperation in each phase of the process was integral to bringing the game to the market. We look forward to a very successful launch."
Akibo Shieh, CEO of Aksys Games, states, "Aksys Games is proud to have Alliance participate in our partnership with Arc System Works to help expand the BlazBlue franchise to a new medium. We are excited for the release of BlazBlue: Battle Cards and hope to bring the BlazBlue universe to new users as well as give those familiar with the franchise a fresh, new experience to enjoy!"
Toshimichi Mori, creator of BlazBlue said, "I was really surprised to find out that a card game based on BlazBlue was being made (and outside of Japan, as well!), but I'm really happy and grateful that BlazBlue is going to be available on mobile platforms!
I'm hoping that BlazBlue: Battle Cards will provide an opportunity for more people in the US to enjoy the amazing characters and the lore of BlazBlue. It'd be great if you can give the original fighting game a shot while at it, too!"
About Alliance
Alliance Distributors Holding Inc. (http://www.alliancedistributors.com), along with its wholly-owned subsidiary, Alliance Metaversal Studio LLC, is a vertically integrated video game company. Its Alliance Distributors operating division is a full-service wholesale distributor of video games, hardware and accessories, with a special concentration in value video games. Alliance is a licensed publisher for Sony Computer Entertainment of America, Microsoft and Nintendo, and as Alliance Digital Media® publishes both originally created and third party licensed games in console, mobile, and PC/Mac formats. Alliance develops both original and third-party video games as Alliance Game Studios (formerly Metaversal Studios).
About Arc System Works
Arc System Works is a developer and fighting game specialist from Japan--best known for the Guilty Gear series of games and, more recently, the BlazBlue series--that has garnered international critical acclaim for its innovative fighting system and spectacular 2D artwork. For more information, please visit the official website http://www.arcsystemworks.us.
About Aksys Games Localization, Inc.
Founded in 2006 in Torrance, California, Aksys Games Localization, Inc. is a localization studio and visionary video game publisher specializing in the Japanese-to-English translation of games and committed to publishing unique, multicultural, high-quality interactive content for all current-generation platforms with its talented staff. Its lineup of games includes the Record of Agarest War series, Zero Escape: 9 Hours, 9 Persons, 9 Doors (Winning "Best Story/Writing" Awards from IGN and Nintendo Power), Zero Escape: Virtue's Last Reward (2012 GDC Awards "Best Story" Nominee), the acclaimed BlazBlue fighting game series, and Muramasa Rebirth. More information about Aksys Games and its products can be found on the company's website, http://www.aksysgames.com.
Safe Harbor
Certain statements contained in this press release contain forward-looking statements including without limitation, statements concerning our operations, economic performance, and financial condition. The words "estimate," "believe," "expect," "should" and "anticipate" and other similar expressions generally identify forward-looking statements, which speak only as of their dates.
Investors are cautioned that all forward-looking statements, which are based largely on our current expectations, involve risks and uncertainty. Actual results, events and circumstances (including future performance, results and trends) could differ materially from those set forth in such statements due to various factors, risks and uncertainties, including without limitation, risks associated with technological change, competitive factors and general economic conditions, including the related impact on discretionary consumer spending, changes in marketing and distribution strategies by manufacturers, timely development and release of video game products we produce, potential cost overruns in our development of video games, ability to protect our intellectual property rights, potential claims that we have infringed the intellectual property rights of others, market acceptance of games we develop and / or publish, ability to realize anticipated benefits of acquisitions, potential undiscovered liabilities of companies that we acquire, changes in our business or growth strategy, the emergence of new or growing competitors, various other competitive and technological factors. There can be no assurance that the results referred to in the forward-looking statements contained in this release will occur. The Company has no duty and undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise.
Alliance Digital Media and Battle Cards are trademarks or registered trademarks of Alliance Metaversal Studio LLC. iPad is a trademark of Apple, registered in the U.S. and other countries. Other Company and product names may be trademarks of their respective owners.
SOURCE Alliance Distributors Holding Inc.
Alliance Distributors Holding Inc.
CONTACT: Alliance Distributors Holding Inc., Steve Gelman - VP of Marketing and Communications, 212-894-4750, steve@alliancedis.com
Accelerate Wearables Development with Industry's First Reference Design for Galvanic Skin Response
Maxim Integrated's MAXREFDES73# improves accuracy, dynamic range, and power consumption for sensing galvanic skin response in mobile medical and fitness applications.
SAN JOSE, Calif., May 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Wearables developers can now immediately evaluate galvanic skin response (GSR) sensing with the MAXREFDES73# reference design from Maxim Integrated Products, Inc. (NASDAQ: MXIM).
-- Details for MAXREFDES73#: http://www.maximintegrated.com/en/products/MAXREFDES73
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Applying GSR (measurement of skin's conductivity) is a challenge because designers need to manipulate several discrete chips and calibration software before completing the sensor design. The MAXREFDES73# integrates digital-to-analog (DAC) and analog-to-digital (ADC) converters, a microcontroller with advanced power management, firmware, and an easy-to-use Android® app into the industry's first GSR reference design. Now designers of wearables can save development and testing time, and quickly bring their mobile medical and fitness products to market. Offered in a wristband form factor, the MAXREFDES73# includes body surface temperature readings, Bluetooth® communications, and a rechargeable battery that lasts up to one week on a single charge.
Key Advantages
-- Fast time to market: integrates DAC and ADC signal chain components,
low-power microcontroller, external Bluetooth and Android apps, and
firmware components to quickly develop and test designs
-- High accuracy: 16-bit integrated analog front-end (AFE)
-- Low power consumption: operates for one week on one battery charge
Commentary
-- "We based MAXREFDES73# on our award-winning MAX32600 wellness
microcontroller, and are giving wearables developers a highly integrated
reference design," said Seth Messimer, Business Manager for Medical
Microcontrollers at Maxim Integrated. "With all the integrated
components, our customers are 80% done already, saving them design and
evaluation time."
Availability and Pricing
-- The MAXREFDES73# reference design is available for $189 at Maxim's
website and select franchised distributors. Hardware and firmware design
files, as well as test data, are provided free and available online.
-- MAXREFDES73# complements Maxim's Wellness Platform: http://www.maximintegrated.com/Integrated-Healthcare
-- For information on other reference designs, visit Maxim's Reference
Design Center: http://www.maximintegrated.com/reference-design-center
All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
About Maxim Integrated
Maxim is the leader in analog integration. From mobile to industrial solutions, we're making analog smaller, smarter, and more energy efficient. Learn more at http://www.maximintegrated.com.
Mcor Technologies is the first to bring high definition color to 3D printing, transforming Mcor IRIS into an HD 3D printer
Mcor IRIS HD also reduces per model printing cost by 20 percent
LONG BEACH, Calif., May 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Mcor Technologies Ltd, the leader in full-color 3D printing, today further raised the bar on 3D printing color and affordability with the introduction of Mcor IRIS HD, which provides 360-degree high-definition color, sharpens details, and reduces the industry's already lowest operating costs by 20 percent.
Mcor will demonstrate Mcor IRIS HD today through Thursday at the RAPID conference for 3D printing, scanning, and additive manufacturing at the Long Beach Convention Center in California. Visit Mcor in Booth 830.
Built on new algorithms and a newly designed carbide cutting tip, Mcor IRIS HD makes full-color detail and text on 3D printed models crisper than ever to deliver a photorealistic appearance around the full geometry of the model and better communication of granular information.
Because Mcor IRIS HD uses less ink and the tip lasts longer, it delivers a 20-percent reduction in the cost to 3D print a model. Mcor's materials already cost 10-20 percent of other 3D printing technologies, saving customers thousands of dollars and providing greater access to the technology. Mcor IRIS HD is available now for new and existing owners of Mcor 3D printers.
"Crisply defined color and rock-bottom operating costs are critical for manufacturers, schools, service bureaus, architectural firms and others who need to 3D print a high number of realistic models," said Dr. Conor MacCormack, co-founder and CEO of Mcor Technologies. "Our SDL (Selective Deposition Lamination) paper-based 3D printing technology has always offered the industry's highest-resolution color at the lowest operating costs. Now, with IRIS HD, we're providing even greater access to truly photorealistic color 3D printing."
Mcor's flagship 3D printer, the Mcor IRIS, prints any color any time (ACAT) for unmatched full photorealistic color capability and uniquely employs a global-standard ICC (International Color Consortium) color map to provide the industry's most accurate WYSIWYG (what you see is what you get) color 3D printing. The new carbide blade in Mcor IRIS HD is also available for Mcor's monochrome printer, the Mcor Matrix 300+.
Mcor 3D printers create complex, durable and stable physical 3D models from layers of paper printed with ink and bonded together. The models can be tapped, threaded, hinged, and made water resistant and flexible. Users can print hollows and moving parts, and recycle used models for cradle-to-grave sustainability.
About Mcor Technologies Ltd
Mcor Technologies Ltd is an innovative manufacturer of the world's most affordable, full-color and eco-friendly 3D printers. They are the only 3D printers to use ordinary business letter and A4 paper as the build material, a choice that renders durable, stable and tactile models. Established in 2004 with a talented team of specialists in the area of 3D printing hardware and software, Mcor's vision is to make 3D printing more accessible to everyone. The company operates internationally from offices in Ireland, the UK, America and APAC. http://www.mcortechnologies.com.
Lowepro Expands Gear Capacity and Options for Traveling Photographers with Next Generation of Popular Pro Runner Series
Trusted Photography and Videography Bags Revamped for Work and Travel Convenience
PETALUMA, Calif., May 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Lowepro, the leading maker of photography carrying solutions, today unveiled the next generation of its widely popular Pro Runner II series, designed specifically for hardworking and globetrotting photography and videography professionals. Adaptable and travel-friendly, the Pro Runner II series organizes and protects a wide array of gear and provides convenient options for maneuvering in busy airports and crowded streets. The updated series - including the Pro Runner BP 350 AW II, the Pro Runner BP 450 AW II and the Pro Runner RL x450 AW II - is trusted by working professionals to meet their business and travel needs.
"Today's photographers and videographers carry a wide array of gear with them from airport to job site, and everywhere in between," said Tim Grimmer, vice president of brand and product at Lowepro. "But it can be challenging and expensive to store and travel with all of that equipment. Our updated Pro Runner series is trusted to offer greater storage capacity and travel-friendly versatility than ever before."
The improved Pro Runner II series features organizational zones to maximize storage and efficiency. Its camera zone is outfitted with MaxFit System(TM) dividers to ensure a snug and protective fit for a range of camera and kit options. The device zone provides dedicated spaces for laptops and tablets with CradleFit(TM) pockets that suspend and protect these valuable devices, and a removable accessory case provides convenient organization for hard drives, cables and cords.
Thoughtful, travel-friendly details woven throughout the Pro Runner II series include high-quality locking zippers, easy-access front document pockets, mesh side pockets, an adjustable sternum strap, Hideaway Tripod Mount(TM), SlipLock(TM) attachment loops, and an All Weather AW Cover(TM) in a zippered pocket. The Pro Runner RL x450 AW II also includes a smooth-operating handle and sturdy wheels, plus tuck-in shoulder straps and removable waistbelt for conversion to a rolling bag.
All three bags meet standard airline carry-on requirements, although laptop, tripod and attachments may require removal during inspection. Contact the airline to confirm current size and weight restrictions.
The Pro Runner BP 350 AW II, Pro Runner BP 450 AW II and the Pro Runner RL x450 AW II are available from retailers and at http://www.lowepro.com for $249.95, $299.95 and $399.95, respectively.
For more information about the new Pro Runner II series, including capacity and size dimensions, please visit http://www.lowepro.com/prorunner.
ABOUT LOWEPRO
For 48 years and counting, Lowepro bags have been traveling the world, earning the loyalty and admiration of the best photographers, and setting the industry standard for innovative functionality and remarkable protection. Spanning three collections - professional, outdoor and urban - Lowepro designs and develops protective carrying solutions for specific activities and environments. Wherever your passions and pursuits take you, chances are you'll find us there. To learn more, please visit http://www.lowepro.com.
SOURCE Lowepro
Lowepro
CONTACT: Andi Bean, McGrath/Power Public Relations for Lowepro, 408-727-0351, andibean@mcgrathpower.com
Farming Simulator 15 Launch Trailer Celebrates Today's Release On Consoles
PARIS, May 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Farming Simulator 15 is now available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, Xbox One and Xbox 360, all over the world at your favorite retailer or for download! Watch today's Launch Trailer, which will give you a first taste of what you'll find in these fresh console versions. Live the full "Farming experience" developed by Giants Software, the same one that has already enticed over one million players on PC with its latest version: all its content, its activities, its vehicles and, on PS4 and Xbox One, the online cooperative multiplayer mode!
With a brand new graphics and physics engine, Farming Simulator 15 offers an immense open world filled with details and visual effects! In multiplayer online on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, and in solo on all platforms, manage and develop your own farm: harvesting, animal breeding (cows, chickens and sheep), sales of fresh products, and investment in new and more powerful vehicles or tools. Also discover the new activity in Farming Simulator 15: woodcutting, and its selection of entirely dedicated vehicles and tools! Use and drive over 100 authentic vehicles and farming tools across hundreds of acres of land in the new Nordic environment, and a renovated North American environment, including exclusive vehicles, from over 40 of the most famous manufacturers: New Holland, Ponsse, Case IH, Deutz-Fahr and more.
Farming Simulator 15 is now available on consoles and PC.
-- Watch the video
-- Download the video
-- Download the press kit
-- Visit the official website
About Giants Software
Giants Software GmbH is a Swiss video game development studio based in Zurich. Since 2004, Software Giants has produced many innovative games and technologic products. In addition to the development of their successful games Farming Simulator and Demolition Company, Giants Studios offers its own game engine. http://www.giants-software.com
About Focus Home Interactive
Focus Home Interactive is a French publisher based in Paris, France. Known for the quality, diversity and originality of its catalogue, Focus has published and distributed original titles that have become benchmark titles worldwide, available both in store and for download across the world. Focus publishes games on all major platforms, consoles and PC. The publisher's catalogue will get even richer the coming months with eagerly awaited games such as Blood Bowl 2, Act of Aggression, Vampyr, Battlefleet Gothic, The Technomancer, Farming Simulator, Mordheim... http://www.focus-home.com
Pure Storage Evolves Global P3 Partner Program, Introduces New Partner Profitability Opportunities
Company bolsters its standout P3 Partner Program with refined membership tiers, new and enhanced benefits, increased investments, and new incentive framework; Partners around the globe enabled more than ever to drive IT and business transformation for customers, as a result of deploying all-flash storage from Pure
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., May 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Pure Storage, the market's leading independent solid-state array vendor, today announced renewed commitment to its channel partners worldwide with the unveiling of new and improved programs as part of the Pure Storage Partner Program (P3). With this announcement, Pure Storage underscores its commitment to the channel as the company's primary route to market.
The Pure Storage P3 Partner Program includes Silver, Gold, and Platinum membership levels. As part of this announcement, Pure Storage is introducing an improved incentive framework, consisting of a new co-branded partner-driven customer reference program, a demo purchase program featuring significant discounts on products differentiated by partner tier, and the introduction of a new Pure sponsored headcount incentive that Platinum level partners can leverage to accelerate the development of their all-flash storage practice.
"Vendors and channel partners both win when strategic programs are in place that deliver the best business outcomes for customers," said Kevin Rhone, Senior Partnering Consultant, Enterprise Strategy Group. "Pure Storage hits the mark with the latest enhancements to the P3 Partner Program and their unwavering commitment to the channel."
Pure Storage grew more than 300 percent for the 2015 fiscal year, as announced earlier this year in March. The company also grew its active partner base over 100 percent during the period from January 31 2014 to January 31 2015. New enhancements released today combined with significant new investments in partners' success -- up to a 4x increase in Marketing Development Funds (MDF), further demonstrate Pure Storage's commitment to rewarding and enabling top partners in every geography while continuing to fuel the rapid technology transition underway from disk to flash.
"We are committed to defining the next generation of enterprise data storage in collaboration with our partners and have embraced their feedback to take the P3 program to the next level," said Michael Sotnick, Vice President of Global Alliances and Channels. "The channel-focused business model we have employed since our inception has created new opportunities for partners to accelerate the deployment of all-flash storage worldwide. Today's P3 enhancements are designed to further enable our partners with the opportunity to develop their all-flash storage expertise, build practices around a next generation technology, and ultimately position them for new and increased business opportunities today and into the future."
New Investments from Pure Reaffirm Longstanding Commitment to the Channel
In order to keep up with the rapid adoption of all-flash storage around the world, Pure Storage is evolving its P3 Partner Program to provide partners with the tools, training and support they need to be successful. Understanding that partners operate in a competitive environment, Pure Storage has evolved its P3 Partner Program to include the following:
-- Expansion of the "Platinum" partner tier that the company offers in
North America to EMEA, APJ and Latin America, to accompany the current
"Gold" and "Silver" tiers in existence today. Tier eligibility is
determined by a combination of Pure Storage bookings, sales and
technical accreditations and marketing engagement. Differentiation is
reflected in the programmatic elements, including incentives like MDF,
net new customer acquisition bonuses, and demo lab equipment discounts.
-- A new incentive framework extended to partners globally:
-- A partner-focused Customer Reference Program featuring co-branded
customer success stories and incentives for participating partner
Account Executives and Sales Engineers;
-- A Demo Purchase Program featuring significant discounts on products
differentiated by partner tier to help partners showcase the power
of Pure Storage at work in their demo lab;
-- Pure funded incentive headcount for Platinum level partners that are
dedicated to driving the adoption of Pure Storage all flash arrays
globally;
-- A significant increase in the percent of Pure revenue that is
dedicated to partner enablement in the form of MDF.
-- Enhancements to the company's automated, global, transparent deal
registration system to ensure that partners collaborating with Pure
receive world class sales support and complete backing from the Pure
Storage sales organization.
-- The availability of new Customer and Partner Success Services,
accreditations and online and instructor-led training courses.
-- New TCO, marketing and sales tools to help partners stay ahead of the
competition.
-- Earlier this year, Pure made new personnel and programmatic
announcements including the hiring of Sotnick as the company's new
global channel chief and the debut of the company's new partner-centric
customer success program. Additionally, the company revealed plans to
implement a two tier pan-regional distribution model in international
markets to broaden access to new markets for Pure and partners through
the channel, at scale.
Partner Quotes
"The enhancements to the P3 partner program will help us deliver even better technical support and service to our customers who are implementing flash to transform their businesses," said Kevin Prahm, Vice President of Sales and Operations, Applied Computer Solutions (ACS). "ACS' priority is making sure our customers have access to the most innovative technology and get the best results from their investment; Pure makes this easy for us. The P3 program demonstrates that Pure Storage values our partnership, and ensures they will be a long-term partner."
"We proudly represent Pure Storage because its avant-garde culture is fully in line with the mission of Servix, which is to provide state-of-the-art solutions for the corporate market in Brazil. We're pretty excited about the improvements in the Partner Program, as it is further evidence of how the company acknowledges and appreciates its channels, which end up being the main connection between the company and its customers," said Vanderlei Calejon, President of Servix.
"Our partnership with Pure Storage has enabled us to deliver an advanced flash solution to our partners, who with the added value of the Pure Storage Partner Program (P3) can satisfy even the most demanding end user. No question: it's very exciting to sell new technology with such a strong economic value proposition," says Nick Verykios, Managing Director, Distribution Central.
About Pure Storage
Pure Storage, the market's leading independent solid-state array vendor, enables the broad deployment of flash in the data center. The company's all-flash enterprise arrays offer significant performance and efficiency gains over mechanical disk, at a lower price point per gigabyte stored. Pure Storage FlashArrays are ideal for performance-intensive applications, including server virtualization and consolidation, VDI, OLTP database, real-time analytics and cloud computing. To learn more, visit: http://www.purestorage.com.
Pure Storage and the "P" Logo mark are trademarks of Pure Storage, Inc. All other trademarks or names referenced in this document are the property of their respective owners.
Integral Technologies Announces Breakthrough Bipolar Battery
Corrosion Resistant, Leakage Free Patent Pending Bipolar Plate for the Battery Industry
CANTON, Mich., May 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Integral Technologies, Inc.'s (OTC-BB: ITKG) wholly owned subsidiary ElectriPlast Corporation, today announces the company's invention of a patent pending, highly conductive plastic bipolar plate which will be developed into a lightweight, moldable and cost effective battery. This is another example of ElectriPlast's lightweighting benefits available to serve a new market vertical, batteries and power storage. Additionally, the ElectriPlast bipolar plate provides further benefits to manufacturers and end users, as it reduces steps and time in the manufacturing process, provides flexibility in the form factor of the battery, and is environmentally friendly.
"A view shared by many throughout the industry is that lead acid technology is reaching a sunset phase in the development cycle," says Doug Bathauer, President and Chief Executive Officer, Integral Technologies. "This is evident by the ongoing efforts to develop other technologies. While lithium ion, for example, is taking center stage, lead acid is still the 'tried-and-true' technology."
The worldwide market demand for lead-acid batteries was estimated to be $44.7B in 2014 and "projected to reach $58.5B by 2020," reports Future Market Insights. "Based on our high volume processing capability and elimination of the multiple components needed to assemble other material based plates, our conductive polymer based bipolar plate is very cost effective," says Bathauer. "Working within the industry and with the Integral Advisory Board, we are in the process of developing partnerships to realize the potential of this new market segment."
"ElectriPlast's unique properties allow us to tailor the conductivity and resistance of the bipolar plate substrate and subsequent surface treatment processes to create a low resistance bipolar plate as the contact to the active paste materials," says Slobodan "Bob" Pavlovic, VP Engineering of ElectriPlast Corporation who directs material research, product development and design initiatives for the company. "Our bipolar plate is created using a molding process enabling the creation of assembly interfaces that are suitable for multiple sealing solutions which vary from sonic/vibe welding to integrated seals compatible with battery environments. Mechanically robust, the polymer based structure of the bipolar plate allows for ease of handling and assembly as well as resistance to stresses in the battery environment."
"The molding process allows us to produce 3D shapes which allow the bipolar plate and integral structures to be produced in any desired form," said Mohammad Zeidan, CTO, ElectriPlast Corporation. "We are able to create reliable seals between the plates and enclosure to prevent electrolyte leaking."
Integral Technologies Inc. (OTC-BB: ITKG) and wholly owned subsidiary ElectriPlast Corp, engage in the discovery, development, and commercialization of electrically conductive hybrid plastics used primarily as raw materials in the production of industrial, commercial and consumer products and services worldwide. Its core material, ElectriPlast(®), is a non-corrosive, electrically conductive resin-based material whose properties allow it to be molded into any of the infinite shapes and sizes associated with plastics, rubbers and other polymers while reducing component weight by 40 to 60%. Integral is a leader in conductive hybrid plastics with a broad Intellectual Property portfolio referencing its ElectriPlast technology. Applications for ElectriPlast include: Shielding, Wire, Power Electronics, Connectors, and Cables; Shielding, Conduction, Batteries, Semiconductors, Heated Elements, Sensors, Antennas, Medical Devices, Consumer Electronics and Acoustics, Fuses, Capacitors, Resistors, RFID, Bus bars and Terminals.
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Altair-Based Module is First Tri-Band Single-Mode LTE Module to Receive Verizon Wireless Certification
New LM17B Module Adds Band 2 Support, Further Enhancing User Experience on Verizon Wireless Network
HOD HASHARON, Israel, May 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --
Altair Semiconductor (http://www.altair-semi.com), a leading provider of LTE
[http://altair-semi.com/product/fourgee-3800-6300 ] chipsets, today announced that its
FourGee-3800/6300 Category 4 (CAT-4) chipset powers Quanta's new tri-band 13, 4, 2 M.2
module, the first certified single-mode LTE module to offer band 2 access on the Verizon
Wireless North American network.
"This certification is another important milestone towards achieving LTE ubiquity in
the United States," said Eran Eshed, Co-Founder and Vice President of Marketing and
Business Development at Altair. "Until now, our customers have been successfully deploying
products for Verizon Wireless markets in a dual-band configuration. The introduction of
LM17B, the first of its kind, provides another important layer of service availability to
users."
This collaboration follows Verizon Wireless's certification of Altair's CAT-4 chipset
in December 2014.
To date, Altair's single-mode LTE chipsets have been implemented into more than 100
end-user devices including tablets, netbooks, Chromebooks, USB dongles, portable hotspots,
fixed routers and gateways, and M2M applications.
About Altair Semiconductor
Altair Semiconductor is a leading provider of single-mode LTE chipsets. Altair's
portfolio covers the complete spectrum of cellular 4G market needs, from supercharged
video-centric applications all the way to ultra-low power, low cost IoT and M2M. Altair
has shipped millions of LTE chipsets to date, commercially deployed on the world's most
advanced LTE networks including Verizon Wireless, AT&T and Softbank. The company's
customer roster includes some of the world's leading OEMs and ODMs, such as
Hewlett-Packard, ASUS and D-Link, as well as the majority of Asian ODMs developing LTE
products for global markets. For more information, please visit altair-semi.com
[http://www.altair-semi.com ]. Follow Altair on Twitter: @AltairSemi
For more information:
Finn Partners Israel for Altair Semiconductor
Glenn Jasper
goel.jasper@finnpartners.com
@goeljasper
+1-929-222-8002
Polk Launches Designer Grilles for Omni S2 Compact Wireless Music Streaming Speaker
Variety of Designs Allows Listeners to Express Their Personal Speaker Style
VISTA, Calif., May 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Polk, a high-performance audio brand with over 40 years of sound engineering and design expertise, today announced the launch of a series of exclusive designer grilles ($24.95) for its Omni S2 Wireless Play-Fi Speaker for multi-room music streaming. As part of its continued commitment to providing music lovers with more options to adapt to their daily lifestyle, the colorful designer grilles are now available for free to existing and future Omni S2 owners when they register through the free Polk Omni app or Polk's website. Additionally, Polk will continue to roll out new colorways and seasonal patterns of the grilles, allowing consumers to customize their S2 for any occasion.
"We're constantly looking for ways to infuse personality and originality into our products, especially when it comes to design," said Michael DiTullo, Chief Design Officer, Polk Audio. "Today's speakers aren't just meant for listening to music, but have become an extension of our homes and individuality. To that end, this collection--comprised of seven unique looks thoughtfully designed by our in-house team--is meant to complement any room and personal style."
The Omni S2 speaker ($179) is part of Polk's existing Omni(TM) Wireless Music System--a premium line of speakers, sound bars, an amplifier and pre-amp designed to stream your entire music library, music streaming services like Pandora and Spotify Connect, and Internet radio to any room from a smartphone, tablet or PC. Each Omni S2 is crafted to enhance one's home decor, blending an ultra-compact form factor with an appealing design aesthetic. Whether in the kitchen, on bookshelves or an office, Omni S2 is ideal for both small and medium spaces and can be placed horizontally or stood up. It ships with black and white swappable grilles for ultimate design flexibility.
Out of the box, setting up the speaker is a simple process once the Polk Omni companion app is connected to a Wi-Fi network, communicating back to the speaker and the mobile device or PC to stream music effortlessly and without loss of quality. When it comes to room-filling audio, Omni S2 houses two 2-inch (50mm) full-range drivers powered by a two-channel amplifier, while its two sub-bass radiators create a fuller bass response to deliver Polk's renowned signature sound.
For more information on the designer grilles for the Omni S2, currently available in Bohemian, Honeycomb, Gems, Sunset, Herringbone, Confetti and White, please visit http://www.polkaudio.com/grille. For information on Polk's Omni collection of speakers and products, please visit polkaudio.com.
About Polk
Polk (http://www.polkaudio.com) is an award-winning designer of high-performance audio products and the largest audio brand of Sound United. Founded in 1972, Polk is a market leader in premium home theater speakers in North America, and is a leading manufacturer of sound bars, headphones, wireless speakers, mobile and marine speakers and amplifiers, and other high-performance audio products. For more information on Sound United and its brands, visit http://www.soundunited.com. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Plex Media Server Now Available On WD'S My Cloud NAS Series
IRVINE, Calif., May 19, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- WD(®), a Western Digital (NASDAQ:WDC) company, and a world leader in storage solutions is expanding its apps offerings by introducing Plex®, an entertainment app that can now be downloaded to and deployed on the My Cloud® NAS series. Plex organizes video, music and photos from personal media libraries and streams them to smart TVs, streaming boxes and mobile devices.
"WD is committed to a robust application ecosystem for our customers and Plex is a key example of our vision," said Sven Rathjen, vice president & general manager, WD networked content solutions. "With today's addition of the Plex app, the My Cloud NAS series will now be a one-stop shop to not only store and protect your most precious content, but to organize and stream that content to all your devices as well."
Features
WD is committed to furthering its apps capabilities on its My Cloud product line up. The series of products will now be equipped with an array of Plex features, including:
-- Stream supported file formats directly from your personal My Cloud
(models: My Cloud Mirror, My Cloud EX2/EX4, My Cloud EX2100/EX4100 and
My Cloud DL2100/4100) to any Plex app
-- World class DLNA support built right in to the app
-- Effortlessly sharing media amongst family and friends
-- One simple interface to organize all of your media
For updates on the continued expansion of app offerings on the My Cloud family of products, visit http://www.wd.com.
About Plex
Plex organizes all of your video, movie, TV show, music, and photo collections so you can stream them to all of your screens. Plex allows you to stream your media to your devices, such as your Mac, PC, smartphone, tablet, Xbox, PlayStation, Smart TV, Roku, Chromecast, and soon TiVo. Whether it's your movie and TV collection, or your music library, Plex makes your media beautiful by automatically adding movie posters, plot summaries, cover art, and descriptions. Plex also allows you to share your home video, photo, music, and movie collections with your friends and family. For more information, visit https://plex.tv, or follow at @plexapp on Twitter or https://www.facebook.com/plexapp.
About WD
WD, a Western Digital company, is a long-time innovator and storage industry leader. As a storage technology pacesetter, the company produces reliable, high-performance hard disk drives and solid state drives. These drives are deployed by OEMs and integrators in desktop and mobile computers, enterprise computing systems, embedded systems and consumer electronics applications, as well as by the company in providing its own storage products. WD's leading storage devices and systems, networking products, media players and software solutions empower people around the world to easily save, store, protect, share and experience their content on multiple devices. WD was established in 1970 and is headquartered in Irvine, California. For more information, please visit the company's website at http://www.wd.com.
Western Digital Corp. (NASDAQ: WDC), Irvine, Calif., is a global provider of products and services that empower people to create, manage, experience and preserve digital content. Its companies design and manufacture storage devices, networking equipment and home entertainment products under the WD, HGST and G-Technology brands. Visit the Investor section of the company's website (http://www.westerndigital.com) to access a variety of financial and investor information.
External storage devices are part of a user's data backup ecosystem. WD recommends users maintain multiple copies of their most important data on different online and offline platforms.
Apps, services, and other features are subject to change based on your location, software version, device model, and third party service providers.
As used for storage capacity, one terabyte (TB) = one trillion bytes. Total accessible capacity varies depending on operating environment.
Western Digital, WD, My Cloud, and the WD logo are registered trademarks of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. in the U.S. and other countries. Plex is a registered trademark of Plex, Inc. All other brand and product names mentioned herein are the property of their respective companies.