WD® Drives Solutions And Rewards With Enhanced myWD(TM) Channel Partner Program
IRVINE, Calif., May 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- WD(®), a Western Digital (NASDAQ:WDC) company, and a world leader in storage solutions, today revealed its enhanced myWD(TM) Partner Program, an award-winning loyalty channel program for MSPs, VARs, and system integrators with new features such as product solution centers, industry-focused marketing assets and on-demand product training.
As a result of more than a year of survey and ongoing feedback from WD's valued myWD partners, the new and improved site offers new features that lead to a seamless user experience for myWD partners providing relevant and easy-to-access information at their fingertips. The new features include(1):
-- Solution selling centers on growing markets such as Surveillance, NAS,
and Datacenter
-- Discounts of up to a 40% discount on qualifying products to be used for
demonstration, testing or internal use
-- Industry focused marketing assets
-- On-demand online product training through WD University
-- A points system, where members earn rewards based on purchases of WD
products from authorized distributors
"Since the launch of myWD in 2012, the program has grown to over 25,000 partners worldwide spanning across 190 countries and 17 languages," said Jamie Vo, vice president of WD's worldwide marketing. "With the re-launch of myWD, WD is proving its commitment to invest in the channel by presenting our valued partners opportunities to build their business in the growing storage applications of NAS, surveillance and datacenters."
The myWD Partner Program provides channel partners with the resources and benefits they need to drive their business. PSSC Labs has used WD® drives in its solutions for many years, and two years ago, it joined the myWD Partner Program. "WD stands behind us just the way we stand behind our customers," explains Alex Lesser, co-owner and vice president of PSSC Labs. "Not only do they offer very good, high-quality, high-performance drives for our solutions, but if there is a problem, they tackle it head-on just like we do."
Resellers and solution providers worldwide can join the myWD partner program by visiting the website at http://www.mywd.com.
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.
Western Digital, WD, and the WD logo are registered trademarks and myWD and the myWD logo are trademarks of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. in the U.S. and other countries. Other marks may be mentioned herein that belong to other companies.
(1) Some features only available in certain countries.
Actions Semiconductor Launches High Performance S900 Open Source Platform 64-bit SoC and ActDuino S900 Reference Design Platform
ZHUHAI, China, May 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Actions Semiconductor Co., Ltd. (Nasdaq: ACTS) ("Actions Semiconductor" or "the Company"), one of China's leading fabless semiconductor companies that provides comprehensive portable multimedia and mobile internet system-on-a-chip (SoC) solutions for portable consumer electronics, today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Actions Technology (Zhuhai) ("Actions Technology") released a new 64-bit high performance open source platform SoC, the S900, along with a reference design platform, the ActDuino S900, targeting the Android and Linux open source platform markets for a wide range of leading edge smart connected products, including game console boxes, high performance computing digital display signage, notebooks based on popular OS, smart projectors, educational devices, robots, virtual reality devices and other differentiated electronics devices.
Combining 64-bit architecture with 28nm process technology, the S900 features a highly integrated compact design, high-performance computing, low-power consumption, robust peripherals and rich diversity. The S900 SoC integrates a quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 processor with TrustZone(®) Security system, as well as a high performance, world-class Imagination PowerVR G6230 GPU. The S900 SoC provides superior performance and supports up to 2560x1600@60fps LCD display with Ultra HD(4K) @30fps external HDMI TV display dual-screen output and all standard video decoding playback capabilities which includes HEVC 4K x 2K@30fps / H.264 FHD 1080P@60fps video decoder. The internal ISP (Image Signal Processor) is also integrated for up to 13M pixels cameras. The S900 SoC has rich peripheral interfaces, providing customers with convenient expansion needs, and integrates with a wide variety of ports.
The ActDuino S900 open source reference design platform, also features 64-bit architecture with 28nm process technology and supports the Android 5.x, Linux and Ubuntu operating systems. It includes a hardware reference design schematic and board layout diagram supplemented by abundant tools, documents, and other necessary resources to help Actions Technology's partners quickly introduce new customized solutions to capture the industry trend of 64-bit architecture with powerful performance and rich diversity, in addition to creating their own development boards and establish themselves in the high-end SoC market.
As a founding member of Linaro's 96Boards initiative, Actions Technology's 64-bit S900 plays an integral role in this new open source development platform that combines Actions' low-cost design and manufacturing experience with Linaro's software expertise to produce a very high performance and diversified development platform for a broad range of software developers, from professional developers in large corporations to individual enthusiasts and makers.
"We are pleased to extend our open source product offering with the high performance S900 SoC and ActDuino S900 reference design platform, featuring 28nm process technology with an ARM quad-core 64-bit CPU, Imagination PowerVR G6230 GPU and 4K HEVC (H.265) video decoding capabilities. As a founding member of Linaro's 96Boards initiative, we are establishing a foothold in the open source intelligent hardware community, and we are excited the latest 96Boards product, the Bubblegum-96, drew strong interest at the Hong Kong Electronics Show," said Dr. Zhenyu Zhou, CEO of Actions Semiconductor. "We remain committed to providing our partners with the best technology for the latest 64-bit ARM architecture and allowing them to quickly bring new products to market with powerful performance and rich diversity."
About Actions Technology (Zhuhai)
Actions Technology focuses on solutions for smart handheld and smart home devices. Its main products are tablet, over-the-Top ("OTT") set-top boxes and Bluetooth enabled boombox solutions, along with total product and technology solutions based on the Android platform. These products feature high performance, low power multi-core CPUs and GPUs, supporting high resolution displays and wireless connectivity. Actions Technology currently has nearly 500 employees, 425 of whom are engineers. Among these engineers, more than half have over three years of research and development experience. Actions Technology is ranked among the first in terms of engineering talent, project experience and product quality within the IC design industry in China. Actions Technology is a wholly owned subsidiary of Actions Semiconductor Co. Ltd.
About Actions Semiconductor
Actions Semiconductor is one of China's leading fabless semiconductor companies that provides comprehensive portable multimedia and mobile internet system-on-a-chip (SoC) solutions for portable consumer electronics. Actions Semiconductor products include SoCs, firmware, software, solution development kits, as well as detailed specifications of other required components. Actions Semiconductor also provides total product and technology solutions that allow customers to quickly introduce new portable consumer electronics to the mass market in a cost effective way. The Company is headquartered in Zhuhai, Mainland China, with offices in Shanghai, Shenzhen, Hong Kong and Taipei. For more information, please visit the Actions Semiconductor website at http://www.actions-semi.com.
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Microsemi Extends Leadership in Differentiated Products by Introducing 13 New RF, Microwave and Millimeter Wave Devices at IMS 2015
New Product Exhibitions Featured in Phoenix, Arizona May 17-22
ALISO VIEJO, Calif., May 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Microsemi Corporation (Nasdaq: MSCC), a leading provider of semiconductor solutions differentiated by power, security, reliability and performance, today announced it will feature 13 new products from its radio frequency (RF), microwave and millimeter wave integrated circuits (ICs), modules, monolithic microwave integrated circuits (MMICs) and subsystem portfolio at the 2015 IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium (IMS2015) and Exhibition held at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, Arizona May 17-22, 2015. With a broad product offering spanning DC to 140 GHz, the new devices build upon Microsemi's rich history in RF, microwave and millimeter wave solutions and are ideal for the defense, communications, instrumentation, industrial and aerospace industries.
"We are proud to launch these highly differentiated 13 new solutions, which cater to the shifting needs of our customer base, as well as the industry's growth forecasts in the defense, communications, instrumentation, industrial, and aerospace markets," said Norm Hildreth, vice president and general manager of Microsemi's Discrete Products Group. "Microsemi offers RF, microwave, and millimeter wave antenna to bits solutions with a progressive emphasis on high performance semiconductor (CMOS, SiGe, GaAs, GaN and InP) and packaging technologies. This has allowed us to work continuously with industry leaders in our target markets to solve complex engineering problems at the discrete, RFIC, MMIC, module and subsystem levels."
During the IMS2015 exhibition, the new devices, as well as other industry-leading products from Microsemi, will be on display for engineers, system architects and researchers interested in technologies that would differentiate their new designs.
Product Exhibition Areas
Microsemi's booth #1348 will showcase products areas where attendees can interact with Microsemi technical experts and discuss some of the company's most innovative products and system solutions. Products to be showcased include:
GaN HEMT RF Power Transistors Cover L & S-Bands to 800 Watts
Microsemi's expanded family of RF power transistors based on gallium nitride (GaN) high electron mobility transistor (HEMT) on silicon carbide (SiC) technology will include featuring five new L & S-band RF power transistors rated between 150 watts (W) and 800 W. The new 1012GN-800V, 1214GN-600VHE, 1214GN-400LV, 3135GN-280LV and 2425GN-150CW RF power transistors deliver outstanding performance in terms of size, weight, power and efficiency in a wide range of avionics; radar; and industrial, scientific and medical (ISM) applications. For more information, visit http://www.microsemi.com/product-directory/parametric-search/3232/flash?catid=1634&tmpl=component.
Monolithic SPST PIN Switch Elements Offer Low Loss Through 40 GHz
Microsemi's MPS4101-012S and MPS4102-013S are single-chip silicon monolithic series-shunt elements designed with minimal parasitic inductance to provide optimum insertion loss and isolation characteristics over the entire 50 MHz to 40 GHz frequency range. These products are ideal replacements for the conventional shunt mounted chip and series mounted beam lead PIN diode normally used in the manufacture of broadband microwave switches.
With less than 1.1 dB insertion loss and isolation of 31 dB at 26 GHz, coupled with fast switching times of 5 nS while handling 3 W of continuous wave (CW) power these devices are ideal for wideband high linearity applications such as test equipment, electronic countermeasures, and electronic warfare. These products meet RoHS requirements per EU directive 2002/95/EC. For more information, visit http://www.microsemi.com/existing-parts/parts/136624#overview.
Broadband Coaxial Limiters Deliver Receiver Protection to 100 Watts CW
Microsemi's GG77317-01 through GG77317-05 series of broadband coaxial limiters provide unprecedented CW power handling capability across the 10 MHz to 2.5 GHz, 10 MHz to 4 GHz and 10 MHz to 6 GHz frequency bands. Capable of limiting 60 W, 70 W and 100 W of incident CW power, these broadband coaxial limiters are ideal for receiver protection in ECM, EW, radar and test equipment applications. These coaxial limiters feature insertion losses as low as 0.3 dB and maximum VSWR values of 1.4:1 over the 2 to 3 GHz frequency range. All device variants provide 1,000 W of peak RF power handling capability and typical recovery times between 1.5 and 2 microseconds.
Suitable for use in rugged environments, as well as RF and microwave laboratory applications, these PIN diode-based limiters feature SMA female connectors and are designed to meet or exceed the MIL-STD-883 environmental conditions without damage. For more information, visit http://www.microsemi.com/product-directory/limiters/3423-coaxial-limiters.
RF Modules & Subsystems
Microsemi's L0618-50-T523 is a high power broadband gallium nitride (GaN) amplifier that delivers 100 W of saturated output power over the 6 to 18 GHz frequency range, and is offered in a compact 10" x 8.25" x 6" rack mount configuration. Designed for land mobile electronic warfare applications, the L0618-50-T523 amplifier operates from -20 degrees C to +50 degrees C baseplate temperature, and is provided with heat sinks and fans for cooling. The amplifier is fault-protected with over temperature and reverse power monitors, and operates from a +28 to +36V DC power supply.
About Ultimate Performance MMICs
Microsemi's portfolio of industry-leading MMIC products spans the DC to 65 GHz frequency range and targets a broad range of applications including those in electronic warfare, radars, test and measurement instrumentation, and microwave communications. The portfolio is based on high performance process technologies and comprises high power and low noise broadband amplifiers, amplifier modules, prescalers, attenuators and switches. Microsemi offers 17 distributed amplifier products. Microsemi's prescalers combine higher frequency operation, the flexibility to divide by a large number of ratios and excellent residual phase noise. For more information, visit http://www.microsemi.com/MMICs.
For product sales or technical information about the above products, contact sales.support@microsemi.com.
About Microsemi
Microsemi Corporation (Nasdaq: MSCC) offers a comprehensive portfolio of semiconductor and system solutions for communications, defense & security, aerospace and industrial markets. Products include high-performance and radiation-hardened analog mixed-signal integrated circuits, FPGAs, SoCs and ASICs; power management products; timing and synchronization devices and precise time solutions, setting the world's standard for time; voice processing devices; RF solutions; discrete components; security technologies and scalable anti-tamper products; Ethernet solutions; Power-over-Ethernet ICs and midspans; as well as custom design capabilities and services. Microsemi is headquartered in Aliso Viejo, Calif., and has approximately 3,600 employees globally. Learn more at http://www.microsemi.com.
Microsemi and the Microsemi logo are registered trademarks or service marks of Microsemi Corporation and/or its affiliates. Third-party trademarks and service marks mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners.
"Safe Harbor" Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: Any statements set forth in this news release that are not entirely historical and factual in nature, including without limitation statements related to featuring 13 new products from its radio frequency (RF), microwave and millimeter wave integrated circuits (ICs), modules, MMICs and subsystem portfolio at the 2015 IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium (IMS2015) and Exhibition held at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, Arizona May 17-22, 2015, and its potential effects on future business, are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on our current expectations and are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements. The potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, such factors as rapidly changing technology and product obsolescence, potential cost increases, variations in customer order preferences, weakness or competitive pricing environment of the marketplace, uncertain demand for and acceptance of the company's products, adverse circumstances in any of our end markets, results of in-process or planned development or marketing and promotional campaigns, difficulties foreseeing future demand, potential non-realization of expected orders or non-realization of backlog, product returns, product liability, and other potential unexpected business and economic conditions or adverse changes in current or expected industry conditions, difficulties and costs of protecting patents and other proprietary rights, inventory obsolescence and difficulties regarding customer qualification of products. In addition to these factors and any other factors mentioned elsewhere in this news release, the reader should refer as well to the factors, uncertainties or risks identified in the company's most recent Form 10-K and all subsequent Form 10-Q reports filed by Microsemi with the SEC. Additional risk factors may be identified from time to time in Microsemi's future filings. The forward-looking statements included in this release speak only as of the date hereof, and Microsemi does not undertake any obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.
D-Link Now Shipping First Consumer 11AC Wi-Fi Camera
New 11AC Wi-Fi Camera Offers a Faster, Smarter DIY Home Security Solution Under $120
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., May 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- D-Link today announced the HD Wi-Fi Camera (DCS-935L), the company's first consumer camera with the latest generation 802.11AC wireless technology, is now shipping. The Wi-Fi Camera offers a fresh new look with advanced home and small business monitoring features, including sound detection, motion detection, triggered alerts, and day/night viewing for a robust and affordable surveillance solution. With 802.11AC Wi-Fi connectivity, users are able to connect it to the 5GHz wireless band providing a clearer channel for better bandwidth and video streaming, in addition to the standard 2.4GHz band.
"For home owners and renters looking for a DIY home security solution, our Wi-Fi Cameras are a great fit and allow users to avoid the additional cost of installations, contracts or subscriptions," said Daniel Kelley, vice president of marketing, D-Link Systems, Inc. "Our newest HD Wi-Fi Camera delivers faster 11AC Wi-Fi connectivity so users can place them farther from the router with a faster connection, making it more flexible for placing cameras where surveillance is needed."
The newest addition to the D-Link Wi-Fi Camera family comes with 802.11AC wireless support to provide faster speeds and extended range for more placement options. The DCS-935L also features an expanded viewing area with a 78 degree horizontal field of view along with crisp HD 720p video quality for clear and detailed security footage. Sound and motion detection capabilities allow for push alerts to notify home owners what's happening even when they're away.
More about the HD Wi-Fi Camera (DCS-935L):
-- Setup via the mydlink Home mobile app with D-Link Direct Connect
wireless setup
-- HD 720p video with 78 degree horizontal field of view for capturing a
wider viewing area
-- Night vision up to 16-feet
-- 802.11ac Wi-Fi for reliable wireless connectivity and flexible placement
-- microUSB power input for flexible power options
-- Push alerts on motion and sound detection
-- Supports mydlink Home app for remote viewing
Availability and Pricing
The HD Wi-Fi Camera (DCS-935L) is available for $119.99 in the United States on dlinkshop.com and throughout D-Link's vast network or retail and etail partners. More information is available online at us.dlink.com/dcs-935l.
More about D-Link Wi-Fi Camera Solutions
D-Link is a market leader in Wi-Fi camera solutions with more than 2 million activated IP cameras on the mydlink cloud platform. D-Link offers a diverse range of Wi-Fi cameras at competitive price levels, allowing consumers to select the best camera for their surveillance/security needs, including models offering VGA and HD quality video, indoor and outdoor monitoring solutions, pan and tilt capabilities, day and night viewing, as well as sound and motion detection to enhance security.
Leveraging D-Link's expertise in home networking, D-Link Wi-Fi cameras are simple to install, easy-to-use and manage remotely, and don't take over network bandwidth. D-Link Wi-Fi cameras enable users to view what matters most at home and remotely using the mydlink web portal or free mydlink mobile app, providing a feature-rich experience on mobile devices (iOS and Android) and web browsers for anywhere, anytime access. D-Link Wi-Fi cameras also provide free monitoring with no monthly fees using the mydlink app and local recording options with microSD card on select cameras and standalone Network Video Recorders (NVRs).
About D-Link
D-Link is the global leader in connectivity for home, small business, mid- to large-sized enterprise environments, and service providers. An award-winning designer, developer, and manufacturer, D-Link implements and supports unified network solutions that integrate capabilities in switching, wireless, broadband, storage, IP Surveillance, and cloud-based network management. For more information visit us.dlink.com, or connect with D-Link on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/dlink) and Twitter (http://www.twitter.com/dlink) or D-Link's blog (http://blog.dlink.com).
GoLive Launches "Synchronous Cinema" Smart Home Movie Theater
SHENZHEN, China, May 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- The pilot launch of the Smart Home Movie Theater was announced in Shenzhen, China on May 13, 2015 by the China Research Institute of Film Science & Technology ("the CRIFST") along with GoLive TV Tech Co., Ltd. ("GoLive"), a company funded by TCL Corporation. For the first time, the product, service and philosophy of GoLive's "synchronous cinema" was presented to the public.
With the development of Internet smart TV technology, traditional patterns of movie distribution have undergone continuous innovation and breakthroughs. The Movie Smart Home Theater not only enables users to enjoy movies synchronously without leaving their homes, but also boosts the development of the business and technical models whereby the viewing of a Chinese film is synchronized at the TV terminal with the showing of the same film in a traditional movie theater.
"As a home terminal unit, smart TV is capable of becoming a home cinema platform-level product thanks to the massive number installed. The combination of both will help establish the model of the Internet plus synchronous cinema, with the home theater as the viewing venue," explained Zhang Wei, head of the CRIFST.
GoLive CEO Liang Tiehang added that the Movie Smart Home Theater not only supplements and supports existing movie theaters and aligns with the goals of China's "Internet Plus," but also opens up a new market beyond the traditional movie theater, effectively extending the lifetime of a movie. The "synchronous cinema" business model can increase revenues and create a new growth point for investors in the movie industry as well as promote the healthy and sustainable development of China's film industry in the Web 2.0 era.
Relying on annual ex-China sales of over 15 million China-made television sets, this state-level test platform, sponsored by the CRIFST and with TCL Corporation as its first pilot partner, is set to make Chinese films available worldwide through GoLive's "synchronous cinema" channel built in TCL smart TV within the next five years. The platform will also be open to other TV set manufacturers following the pilot period.
About GoLive TV Tech Co., Ltd.
GoLive, a high-tech company funded by TCL Corporation, focuses on global smart terminals and Internet technology-based broadcast control platforms. It's also China's largest Internet smart terminal technology service provider.
SOURCE TCL Corporation
TCL Corporation
CONTACT: Marta Chen, TCL Media & Entertainment Co., Ltd., +86-136-0905-3097, chenxuejun@tcl.com
Arbor Solution Adds 8" Tablet to Enterprise Lineup
Gladius 8E Features Android 4.4 OS, IPS LED Display, Multiple Connectivities, and GPS Navigation; Company Guarantees No Spec Changes for at Least 18 Months
SAN JOSE, Calif., May 13, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Arbor Solution announces the introduction of the Gladius 8E tablet for the enterprise market. The unit features the Android 4.4 operating system, an 8" IPS multi-touch display, multiple connectivities, GPS navigation, and a microSD slot for storage expansion. It also comes with the company's pledge not to change it for at least 18 months. The lightweight (only ¾ of a pound) Gladius 8E tablet is perfect for enterprise functions everywhere an individual could use a portable tablet, such as groups within management, administration, and sales.
"The Arbor Solution Gladius 8E tablet makes it easy for companies to plan long term without worrying about product changes," remarked Brian Yurkiw, Arbor Solution vice president. "We are committed to no spec changes for at least 18 months. This product consistency allows companies to commit long term without having to worry about the continuous burden of different models. That means companies wishing to make multiple purchases may do so over the entire 18-month period, instead of just making a large initial purchase and having to receive immediate delivery to ensure model consistency."
Display/Screen
The unit has an 8" TFT color LCD with 10-point projected capacitive touch screen and 1280 x 800 WXGA resolution. The IPS LED panel displays consistent, accurate color from all viewing angles. This also ensures there is no lightening or tailing when the screen is touched, as well as offering clear images and stable response time.
Features
The Arbor Solution Gladius 8E tablet also includes these terrific features.
-- Intel® Atom(TM) Z3735F 1.33GHz 64-bit quad-core processor
-- Intel® HD graphics (Bay Trail)
-- 2GB memory
-- 16GB of storage; microSD card slot for storage expansion
-- Integrated WLAN and Bluetooth connections
-- 5MP rear camera with auto focus, and 2MP front camera
-- Integrated microphone
-- GPS, Accelerometer (G sensor), gyroscope, e-compass, and light sensor
-- Lithium-ion rechargeable battery
-- External USB power adapter
-- Dimensions: 4.91" x 8.48" x 0.33"; weight: 0.75 lb.
For customers with unique hardware and software requirements, Arbor Solution's team of U.S. and Taiwan-based engineers has extensive experience customizing any of its products to meet specific customer needs.
For more information about Arbor Solution's Gladius tablets, click here.
Availability and Pricing
The Arbor Solution Gladius 8E tablet is available from authorized resellers throughout the U.S. and Canada. It has an MSRP of $295. As with all of Arbor Solution products, it may be customized to users' preferences.
About Arbor Solution, Inc. North America
Arbor Solution, Inc. North America provides embedded systems and tablets to a variety of markets. Its expertise as an Industrial PC (IPC) provider makes it uniquely positioned to provide reliable solutions through a customer-first approach. Its products are known for their high productivity, convenience, efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and dependability. The company is at the forefront of the technology required to conduct business in challenging applications, considering factors such as ergonomics, business conditions, and varying specialized environments. Arbor Solution North America offices are located in the US in San Jose, CA; Florence, MA; and Flower Mound, TX; and in Canada in Ottawa, Ontario. The company is part of Taiwan-based Arbor Technology Corporation.
Silicon Valley Comes to Oxford to Discuss How Humans Can Win Against Machines in the Workplace of the Future
OXFORD, England, May 13, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --
- Many more occupations now at risk of computerisation, but technology still no
substitute for perception, creativity and social skills
The workers of the future will have to become "more human" in order to compete with
technology that will increasingly challenge human labour in a range of cognitive as well
as manual tasks. At the same time, we will have to redefine our measures of "productivity"
and "work" if we are not to collapse under the pressures of infinite devices and infinite
data vying for our finite time and attention. The fourteenth Silicon Valley Comes to
Oxford [http://www.sbs.ox.ac.uk/school/events-1/silicon-valley-comes-oxford/svco-2015 ],
on 17th - 18th May 2015, will discuss the impacts and challenges of augmented humanity on
the workplace and employment in the future.
'Computers were initially used to carry out routine tasks involving explicit
rule-based activities, which tended to be viewed as freeing people from mundane and
repetitive work,' says Michael Osborne, Associate Professor, University of Oxford, and
Co-Director, Oxford Martin Programme on Technology and Employment
[http://www.sbs.ox.ac.uk/community/people/michael-osborne ], who will be presenting on
Technology at Work: The Future of Employment. 'But big data means that algorithms from
Machine Learning can now easily substitute for labour in a much wider range of non-routine
tasks, from legal writing to truck-driving. In addition, advanced robots are gaining
enhanced senses and dexterity, allowing them to perform more complex manual tasks.'
Professor Osborne will talk about his research predicting the jobs and occupations
most at risk from computerisation in the future, and also about the new jobs and emerging
industries that are likely to replace them. Fraud detection, legal research, healthcare
diagnostics, telemarketing and reception duties are all at risk, he will explain, while
wind energy engineers, solar energy installation managers, nanotechnology engineers, and
informatics nurse specialists are likely to be in demand - as well as Zumba instructors
and beach body coaches.
'Tasks that are non-susceptible to computerisation require creative and social
intelligence,' he says. 'For workers to win the race against technology, therefore, they
will have to acquire creative and social skills - forcing a revaluation of our attitudes
to education and development.'
Dave Coplin, Chief Envisioning Officer for Microsoft UK
[http://www.sbs.ox.ac.uk/community/people/dave-coplin ], will talk about The Rise of the
Humans: How to Outsmart the Digital Deluge. He argues that, while the computerisation of
routine tasks was meant to free up our time for leisure and for more complex and
interesting work, the opposite has happened. We are drowning in a "deluge of data" that
can keep us from doing meaningful, real work. In addition, our obsession with
"productivity" and the "rate of output" means that 'in a world defined by its processes
and not its outcomes, working smarter is not an option and the only feasible alternative
is simply to work harder.'
Phil Libin, CEO of Evernote [http://www.sbs.ox.ac.uk/community/people/phil-libin ],
may disagree. He believes that companies need to keep up with the tools and technologies
that result in a more productive, efficient and plugged-in work force. He can talk about
how A.I. (or Augmented Intelligence) technology can ensure that employees feel plugged in
and connected, whether they're in a start-up or larger organisation.
Professor Osborne will join Professor Nick Bostrom, Director, Future of Humanity
Institute [http://www.sbs.ox.ac.uk/community/people/nick-bostrom ], to discuss What do
humanity's technological advancements really mean for us and should we be worried?
Professor Bostrom's 2014 book, Superintelligence, suggests how we might prepare for the
time when machines' intelligence far exceeds that of humans. But will they ever be able to
match the depth and breadth of human perception, or respond to the subtle social signals
needed for effective persuasion, negotiation, comfort and care?
Notes to editors:
1 About Silicon Valley Comes to Oxford
Now in its fourteenth year, Silicon Valley Comes to Oxford bridges two world centres
of ideas to explore the big issues and future directions of innovation and entrepreneurial
phenomena in a vibrant and fast paced mix of masterclasses, panel debates, plenaries and
networking events. The leading European entrepreneurship forum, pioneered by the
University of Oxford's Said Business School, brings business leaders and luminaries from
across Silicon Valley and beyond to Oxford for a period of focused interaction with
faculty, research and student members of Oxford University and the British entrepreneurial
ecosystem.
Silicon Valley comes to Oxford 2015 will once again have an impressive line up of
visiting VIPs from the Valley and beyond, including established entrepreneurs, founders of
start-ups, venture capitalists and funders, theorists and policy influencers. A wide range
of technologies and trends will be explored, providing the opportunity to identify future
directions.
2 About The Entrepreneurship Centre at Said Business School
Said Business School at the University of Oxford blends the best of new and old. We
are a vibrant and innovative business school, but yet deeply embedded in an 800 year old
world-class university. We create programmes and ideas that have global impact. We educate
people for successful business careers, and as a community seek to tackle world-scale
problems. We deliver cutting-edge programmes and ground-breaking research that transform
individuals, organisations, business practice, and society. We seek to be a world-class
business school community, embedded in a world-class University, tackling world-scale
problems.
To register to attend, or for further information please contact the press office:
Global Switch Becomes the First Large Scale Data Centre Provider in Europe and Asia-Pacific to Achieve Key ISO Certifications Across its Entire Portfolio
LONDON, May 13, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --
Global Switch, the leading owner and operator of large scale, multi tenanted carrier
neutral data centres in Europe and Asia Pacific, has announced that it has successfully
completed the next stage of its continual improvement programme with its data centres
having now achieved certification to four key standards for data centres: quality
management (ISO 9001:2008), environmental management (ISO 14001:2004), health and safety
management (OHSAS 18001:2007) and information security management (ISO 27001:2013*).
Global Switch owns and operates ten data centres in eight locations in Europe and
Asia-Pacific with around 3,200,000 sq ft. The ISO certification programme covered all of
Global Switch's data centres and followed the launch of its Critical Environments
Programme in 2012, which by combining industry and Global Switch best practices created a
world class standardised and structured approach to its operational environment.
Global Switch is committed to maintaining its market leading position and to growing
its business as markets develop. In order to achieve this objective, Global Switch focuses
on delivering best in class services to its customers, including some of the world's
leading and most forward thinking companies. These programmes form an integral part of the
company's ability to adapt, grow and continuously improve. Independent companies have, and
will continue to, audited and assessed Global Switch's capabilities, processes and systems
required by each of the four standards on an annual basis.
ISO 9001:2008 defines a quality management system a company needs in order help manage
a business effectively and to incorporate best practice methodology. Global Switch seeks
to provide a high quality service to its customers that meets and exceeds their
expectations as well as robust critical environment processes and procedures that minimise
risk and maximise uptime.
ISO 14001:2004 requires an environmental management system which enables a company to
manage its environmental responsibilities. Global Switch is committed to reducing the
impact of all of its data centres on the environment through using energy efficiently,
reducing carbon emissions and providing green energy solutions to its customers.
OHSAS 18001:2007 defines the best practice requirements for occupational health and
safety management. It provides a framework for companies to identify, manage and therefore
minimise risks to their customers, staff, and other stakeholders. As an owner and operator
of mission critical environments, Global Switch has health and safety management at the
core of its operational best practices.
ISO 27001:2013 provides a systematic approach to security information management. It
assists companies in identifying, analysing and addressing its information security risks.
With the highly sensitive nature of data centres, Global Switch is committed to providing
a highly secure environment and in keeping assets, including people, processes and IT
systems, safe and secure.
With these certifications now achieved across Global Switch's portfolio, customers
will have the additional confidence that Global Switch complies with and operates the
highest standards in these areas. Regular monitoring will ensure a consistent level of
quality in the future.
John Corcoran, Executive Chairman and CEO of Global Switch said, "We understand that
the success of our business is driven by the continual improvement in the quality of the
service we offer our customers, our impact on the environment, the regard for our
employees, and the constant management of business risks. Completing certification of
these four standards at each of our data centres at the scale we operate is a great
achievement that reconfirms our absolute commitment to providing world class data centre
solutions."
* Global Switch Sydney is certified to 27001:2013 and all other data centres in the
portfolio are currently transitioning from 27001:2005 to 27001:2013.
About ISO
ISO (International Organization for Standardization) is an independent,
non-governmental membership organization and the world's largest developer of voluntary
International Standards. ISO International Standards ensure that products and services are
safe, reliable and of good quality. For business, they are strategic tools that reduce
costs by minimizing waste and errors and increasing productivity.
About Global Switch
Global Switch is the leading large scale, carrier neutral data centre provider in
Europe and Asia-Pacific and is a Reuben Brothers company (see http://www.reubenbrothers.com). Established in 1998, the company has held an
unrivalled track record in delivering best-in-class solutions. Global Switch is a vital
and strategic partner for customers that require secure and resilient data centre services
with scalable capacity and a high level customer service. The Company's focus is on highly
resilient, central, low latency, network dense locations in prime city centre locations
and internet hubs close to its customers on the edge of financial and business districts.
It is present in eight markets including Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, London, Madrid,
Paris, Singapore and Sydney. The data centres currently total around 300,000 sq m
(3,200,000 sq ft) of floor space and are occupied by a broad range of customers, global
and national, large and small including government organisations, financial institutions,
enterprises, global systems integrators, telecommunication carriers, managed service
providers and other hosting businesses.
Contact:
Ali Ballantine
Group Marketing & Communications Director
Global Switch
+44-(0)20-7802-5154
aballantine@globalswitch.com
Sensory Releases TrulyNatural - Embedded Deep Neural Net Speech Recognition - Faster, Increased Privacy, and More Reliable than Cloud-Based Approaches
Jibo, Inc., creators of the first social robot for the home, signed as first TrulyNatural customer
SANTA CLARA, Calif., May 13, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Sensory Inc., a Silicon Valley based company focused on machine learning techniques to improve the user experience and security of consumer electronics through state-of-the-art embedded voice and vision technologies, today announced the release of TrulyNatural(TM), a breakthrough client-based large vocabulary speech recognition platform that offers substantive advantages over cloud-based solutions from the industry giants, while offering industry-leading accuracy, and a more consistent and secure user experience. Additionally, Sensory announced today that it has signed Jibo, Inc., creators of the world's first social robot for the home, as its first licensee of TrulyNatural.
"Over the years, Sensory has pioneered many speech technology trends, most recently with our always-on, always-listening speech solution TrulyHandsfree, a technology that many in the industry thought was impossible to achieve because of the difficult requirements of both high accuracy and low power consumption. We are confident that we have another ground-breaker on our hands with TrulyNatural," said Todd Mozer, CEO of Sensory. "Working with Jibo, Inc. as our premiere customer for TrulyNatural is particularly exciting because they have some of the world's leading speech technologists on their team. We know TrulyNatural will be in the hands of experts who can fully utilize the many advantages of our breakthrough approach!"
Sensory uses a unique form of a neural network with deep learning to achieve acoustic models an order of magnitude smaller than the present state-of-the-art. These neural networks employ the most recent breakthroughs in speech feature extraction to produce superior accuracy in real world noise. Combining this with a very efficient Finite State Transducer (FST) enables accurate processing of multiple large search domains as required in today's marketplace.
"We wanted a natural language interface that would just work, and we didn't want to be tied to a cloud connection. The Jibo team was familiar with Sensory's excellent reputation from their TrulyHandsfree approach, and when we learned about TrulyNatural, it became an easy choice to work with Sensory," said Cynthia Breazeal, Founder and Chief Scientist of Jibo, Inc. "Sensory's technologies have a reputation of strong performance and accuracy. We find it particularly comforting that Jibo, the world's first social robot for the home, can process all speech data received by its users internally, opposed to having to be reliant on a strong and stable internet connection for cloud processing of speech."
Custom designed and developed at Sensory with over 50 man-years effort by a team of speech technologists, TrulyNatural was designed to be:
-- Natural - capable of allowing users to speak to their devices naturally
as they would to another person
-- Consistent - the solution works exactly as it should with or without an
internet connection
-- Scalable - ideal for smaller footprint device requiring vocabularies of
a hundreds of words in under 1 MB of memory to smartphones, cars, and
robots that require more natural language interfaces that still fit on
device
-- Fast - with search taking place on the client device instead of the
cloud, requests are processed without delay. Because Sensory has focused
on reduced MIP implementations, the result is a faster response time
with any given power level
-- Accurate - delivers an industry's best <8% word error rates (WER) for 1
million entries using native speakers. Better than many published
benchmarks for cloud based solutions
-- Flexible - TrulyNatural can be used in combination or without cloud
based solutions, and can take industry standard components for language
models to make development faster and easier. Grammars and language can
be used separately or together
TrulyNatural is initially released for US English, Mandarin Chinese, Korean, Japanese, UK English, French, Spanish and German, with Italian, Portuguese, and Russian to follow this year. SDK's are available for Android, iOS, Windows, Linux and other leading platforms. Jibo robots are planned to be demonstrated in 2015 and released in 2016 with a TrulyNatural natural language interface.
For more information about this announcement, Sensory or its technologies, please contact sales@sensory.com; Press inquiries: press@sensory.com
About Sensory Inc.
Sensory Inc. creates a safer and superior UX through vision and voice technologies. Sensory's technologies are widely deployed in consumer electronics applications including mobile phones, automotive, wearables, toys, IoT and various home electronics. With its TrulyHandsfree(TM) voice control, Sensory has set the standard for mobile handset platforms' ultra-low power "always listening" touchless control. To date, Sensory's technologies have shipped in over a billion units of leading consumer products. Visit Sensory at http://www.sensory.com.
About Jibo, Inc.
Jibo, Inc., creator of the world's first Social Robot and Open Platform, is a design-driven company dedicated to creating unforgettable experiences through advanced robotics technological innovations. The Company was founded by Cynthia Breazeal, a pioneer of social robotics and human robot interaction from the MIT Media Lab. Jibo is a capable and engaging family companion. He is able to get to know his family, learn from them and adapt to their preferences overtime. With the Jibo SDK, developers have the tools to create and build a wide range of Jibo Skills (robot applications), extending Jibo's personality and capabilities in the home. Jibo was brought here to provide fun, help and companionship to everyone in the home. Get to know Jibo today at http://www.jibo.com.
Seven Additional Netflix Recommended Smart TVs to Arrive at Retailers in May
CORONA, Calif., May 13, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- TCL, one of the fastest growing TV brands in the U.S., today announced that seven new TCL Roku TVs(TM) will be available later this month in-store and online at major retailers nationwide. Following the launch of three 3700 series models in March, TCL is expanding its 2015 TCL Roku TV lineup with three 3800 Design Series models and four top-of-the-line 3850 Decorator Series models. The availability of the TCL Roku TV 3800 and 3850 series provides consumers with more choice in finding a smart TV to meet their needs and further positions TCL Roku TV as one of the leading smart TV experiences available today.
"When we launched the TCL Roku TV last year we described it as 'the TV designed for the way consumers use TV today' because it puts streaming content in the forefront instead of as an afterthought. That shift in consumer behavior has only accelerated since the launch - streaming continues to grow in popularity, cord cutting is a growing trend, and consumers with cable are demanding smaller channel packages and supplementing them with streaming," said Chris Larson, Vice President, TCL North America. "With over 2,000 streaming channels, the TCL Roku TV offers the ultimate in choice, making it an ideal TV for the cord cutter or cable subscriber that wants to have access to the most entertainment content. The availability of the TCL Roku TV 3800 and 3850 series helps us keep up with consumer demand and provides a range of sizes and styles for people to choose from."
All TCL Roku TV models, including those in the 3800 and 3850 series, received the Netflix Recommended TV designation indicating they offer easy access to Internet TV services, faster performance, and new features that enable a next-generation smart TV experience.
TCL Roku TVs feature a personalized home screen with access to all entertainment sources, making it easy to navigate between gaming consoles, cable or satellite box, and the more than 2,000 streaming channels including Sling TV and WatchESPN. Sling TV is an Internet TV service that provides domestic and international live and on demand programming from top sports, lifestyle, family and news networks such as ESPN, AMC, TNT, Food Network and many more. Sling TV meets the entertainment needs of today's contemporary viewers and requires no long-term commitment, annual cable contract, credit check or hardware installation. WatchESPN provides a one-stop destination for sports fans with live streaming access to ESPN networks such as ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, ESPNEWS and much more for customers who receive ESPN's networks as part of their subscription from an affiliated video provider.
3800 Series
The TCL Roku TV 3800 Series consists of the 32" model (32S3800, $229), 40" model (40FS3800, $339), and 50" model (50FS3800, $479). The TCL Roku TV 3800 series features Full High-Definition (1080p) resolution for exceptional clarity and an advanced 120Hz refresh rate on all models 40" and larger. The 3800 series offers a modern design with a quad pedestal stand.
3850 Series
The top-of-the-line TCL Roku TV 3850 Series offers four sizes: 32" model (32S3850, $249), 40" model (40FS3850, $359), 50" model (50FS3850, $529) and 55" model (55FS3850, $699). The 3850 builds on the design of the 3800 with a metallic gunmetal finish and an all-aluminum quad pedestal stand.
Product Images
-- 3800: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/xjp7ak7pjyjzg31/AAAn7cexc3NopijvqkVBIxdWa?dl=
0
-- 3850: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/yu2tsc855fv93o1/AAC-KFCZse5FlgL355C0PYYXa?dl=
0
About TCL Roku TV
TCL, one of the world's best-selling TV brands, introduced the first TCL Roku TV in August 2014 combining TCL's TV design with the Roku OS. The result is an award-winning smart TV that provides a simple, easy to use experience unlike other smart TVs. The first generation TCL Roku TVs launched to industry acclaim and received the coveted Editors' Choice award from PC Magazine and was chosen as their Best Budget TV of 2014.
About Roku, Inc.
Roku is the creator of a popular streaming platform for delivering entertainment to the TV. Roku streaming players and the Roku Streaming Stick(®) are made by Roku and sold through major retailers in the U.S., Canada, the U.K. and the Republic of Ireland. Roku licenses a reference design and operating system to TV manufacturers to create co-branded Roku TV models. Under the Roku Powered(TM) program, Roku licenses its streaming platform to pay TV providers around the world who want to use the Internet to deliver entertainment services through streaming players. Roku was founded by Anthony Wood, inventor of the DVR. Roku is privately held and headquartered in Saratoga, Calif., U.S.
About TCL North America
TCL is one of the fastest growing consumer electronics and TV brands in North America. Founded in 1981, TCL (The Creative Life) established itself as a worldwide leader before recently launching in the US. TCL prides itself on offering customers high quality products with stylish design and the latest technology at a great value. TCL's manufacturing expertise, vertically integrated supply chain, and state-of-the-art China Star panel factory, allows them to make large size TVs, premium design, and leading edge technology affordable for the US consumer.
nubia Launches Its First Borderless Flagship Smartphone nubia Z9
BEIJING, May 13, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- nubia, a China-based high-end Android smart phone manufacturer, unveiled its 2015 flagship device, the nubia Z9, on May 6 in Beijing.
The nubia Z9 boasts various pioneering features such as a visually borderless screen and easier smart phone controls, creating a superior user experience and reflecting the company's long-term efforts at innovation.
"Innovation never stops. It has been the major driver for the development of a smart phone industry where imagination is the originate power. Two years after being founded, this power has allowed nubia to become an industry pioneer in comparison with other brands," said Ni Fei, CEO of nubia. "In future, the world will embrace a revolution of smartphone interaction technology. Revolution starts from imagination, the launch of the nubia Z9 is just the beginning."
The standout feature of the nubia Z9 is the visually borderless 5.2-inch screen. With arc Refractive Conduction (aRC) technology, the nubia Z9 offers greater visual effects than those from other devices of a similar size while the design makes it more ergonomic and easy to hold.
The borderless design is not only an amazing improvement in terms of aesthetics but also a step forward for users to control their smart phone in a more interactive way.
By adopting Frame interactive Technology (FiT), the nubia Z9 allows users to control their phones by touching just the edge of the screen. For instance, users can launch the camera application immediately by simply turning the phone sideways and placing four fingertips on the edge of the screen.
Other control enhancements include taking one-handed selfies or taking a picture by squeezing the handset without touching any buttons. Altogether, the nubia Z9 reduces the average smartphone process by 2.7 steps compared with traditional smartphones.
Other major features of the nubia Z9 include a 16MP primary camera with OIS (optical image stabilization), a Snapdragon 810 chipset, a 2,900mAh battery, a 5.2-inch display with Full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution.
It comes in three different models; classic, with 3GB RAM and 32GB storage for CNY 3,499 ($564); elite, with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage for CNY 3,999 ($645); and exclusive version with additional fingerprint sensor for CNY 4,499 yuan ($725).
Customers can place their orders at nubia experience stores or online at http://www.nubia.cn.
It's Secured: Compulocks Confirms New Surface 3 Enclosure
To elevate the experience of the "tablet-laptop hybrid", Compulocks today announced a line of secured enclosures and lockable stands for Microsoft's Surface 3.
The durable yet lightweight high grade aluminum frame includes padding for scratch
shielding and allows for a fully functional device even when locked in the Surface tablet
enclosure
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. It is easily configurable for portrait or landscape mode, which
increases the amount of applications it can support. Also, it is compatible with a variety
of display and mounting options that can be secured to any surface, including a wall, desk
top or floor.
The Surface Enclosure Kiosk
[http://www.surfaceenclosures.com/surface-enclosure-kiosk.html ] provides maximum security,
and instantly transforms the tablet into a workstation. The Surface 3 has full Windows,
which is the operating system of choice for businesses, so when displayed in the Space
Surface Floor Stand it is the perfect option for corporate spaces and showrooms.
The tablet can be safeguarded in a variety of public settings, including education,
hospitality and healthcare environments. It is held securely inside the enclosure whether
you need it to display visitor information, offer interactive experiences or want it to
available for self-service.
Compulocks Enclosure is the optimum solution for the Surface 3 tablet. Color and logo
customization is offered for unique branding and it is available for pre-order at http://www.SurfaceEnclosures.com.
Contact:
Meira B. Levison
Online Marketing and PR Manager
+1-512-333-2006
Game-Changer in the Mobile Action Game Segment - Underworld: Return of Werewolves Reaches a New Zenith
SHENZHEN, China, May 13, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- A dark underworld is always in our midst, somewhere on Earth, all the time. In the Underworld franchise, werewolves are constantly at war with vampires with both species committed to wiping the other out. The werewolves and vampires-themed Underworld franchise continues to takes each of these elements - decadence, coolness, ambition, blood and action - to a new level, and, in succeeding to do so, has established a large and loyal fan base across Asia for decades.
A new 3D mobile game, Underworld: Return of Werewolves, has emerged as a rising star in China's game market. The game, based on the blockbuster Underworld, re-triggers a blood feud that had been raging between the vampires and the werewolves. The highly acclaimed game backed by a popular storyline and best in class 3D mobile game has become a huge success in the Chinese game market. With popular Chinese actress Tong Liya taking on the role as the game's ambassador, the number of players jumping in to play the game is growing even larger.
In Underworld: Return of Werewolves, Miss Tong, who has starring roles both as a female werewolf and a female vampire said: "I am excited at being named ambassador of Underworld: Return of Werewolves and playing roles that focus on the difference between good and evil, as I am a lover of legends involving werewolves and vampires. Now my dream has come true." Miss Tong, in her two starring roles, is a strong challenger to Underworld actress Kate Beckinsale in terms of acting skill.
The maker of the game, Shenzhen Zhongqingbao Interaction Network Co., Ltd. ("zqgame"), invested heavily in the research and development of the game with the aim of redefining the mobile game industry. The game developer and operator incorporated features such as 3D graphics, stunning fight scenes, multistate continuous combat skills including floating and kicking, transformation from humans into werewolves and large-scale battles between army legions, making the game the most exciting and high-quality action mobile game this year.
Tong Liya had the honor of earning the tile of "The Best Actress for Asia for 2013" at the Asian Idol Award Ceremony, due to her excellent acting performance on several TV series. Miss Tong, a classic and elegant beauty, comes across marvelously as a representative of the vampire ruling class and her attire while playing a female werewolf is a testament to her exquisite beauty and vintage charm.
Underworld: Return of Werewolves, a proprietary game of zqgame, is being hailed as a game-changer in the action mobile game segment.
nubia Launches Its First Borderless Flagship Smartphone nubia Z9
BEIJING, May 13, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- nubia, a China-based high-end Android smart phone manufacturer, unveiled its 2015 flagship device, the nubia Z9, on May 6 in Beijing.
The nubia Z9 boasts various pioneering features such as a visually borderless screen and easier smart phone controls, creating a superior user experience and reflecting the company's long-term efforts at innovation.
"Innovation never stops. It has been the major driver for the development of a smart phone industry where imagination is the originate power. Two years after being founded, this power has allowed nubia to become an industry pioneer in comparison with other brands," said Ni Fei, CEO of nubia. "In future, the world will embrace a revolution of smartphone interaction technology. Revolution starts from imagination, the launch of the nubia Z9 is just the beginning."
The standout feature of the nubia Z9 is the visually borderless 5.2-inch screen. With arc Refractive Conduction (aRC) technology, the nubia Z9 offers greater visual effects than those from other devices of a similar size while the design makes it more ergonomic and easy to hold.
The borderless design is not only an amazing improvement in terms of aesthetics but also a step forward for users to control their smart phone in a more interactive way.
By adopting Frame interactive Technology (FiT), the nubia Z9 allows users to control their phones by touching just the edge of the screen. For instance, users can launch the camera application immediately by simply turning the phone sideways and placing four fingertips on the edge of the screen.
Other control enhancements include taking one-handed selfies or taking a picture by squeezing the handset without touching any buttons. Altogether, the nubia Z9 reduces the average smartphone process by 2.7 steps compared with traditional smartphones.
Other major features of the nubia Z9 include a 16MP primary camera with OIS (optical image stabilization), a Snapdragon 810 chipset, a 2,900mAh battery, a 5.2-inch display with Full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution.
It comes in three different models; classic, with 3GB RAM and 32GB storage for CNY 3,499 ($564); elite, with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage for CNY 3,999 ($645); and exclusive version with additional fingerprint sensor for CNY 4,499 yuan ($725).
Customers can place their orders at nubia experience stores or online at http://www.nubia.cn.
SAN DIEGO, May13, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Mind Solutions, Inc. (OTC - VOIS), is providing an update to shareholders as the Company nears closer to the launch of the world's smallest Brain Computer Interface - NeuroSync. With all design, prototyping and testing completed in the United States, manufacturing is now underway in China. As the first units are prepared for delivery, the Company will process pre-orders received by loyal shareholders first and then open up sales of NeuroSync to the general public.
The Company has announced a Distribution Agreement utilizing Amazon.com to have NeuroSync sold throughout the U.S. and India. The Company is in discussions with other major distributors throughout Europe and Asia and expects to announce specific contracts in the very near future. These high-level relationships have been introduced by Joe Abrams, co-founder of MySpace parent company, as a member of Mind Solution's Advisory Board.
The Company's goal is to bring the world's smallest BCI device to the mainstream market for the first time. The Company developed NeuroSync with this in mind, by making it very easy to use, functional on most operating platforms and compatible with mobile smart phones as well as desktop computers. Because the BCI market is still in its infancy, the majority of the world's population are not aware that such technology exists. Mind Solutions feels 2015 is the opportune time to introduce this revolutionary technology and become the leader in BCI sales.
iResQ Announces Availability of K-12 and Higher Education Technology Repair Services
Schools can now repair iPads, tablets, laptops, Chromebooks and MacBooks for less.
OLATHE, Kan., May 13, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- iResQ announces the immediate availability of the company's education repair service, enabling school administrators to facilitate affordable repair of classroom technology.
"We're proud to be the industry leader in technology repair, and look forward to providing fast turnaround to schools across the country on their technology repair at an affordable price. We're confident we offer the best repair solution for schools who have tech in their classrooms," said Brian Buffington, General Manager at iResQ.
iResQ's repair services are driven by the positive feedback received from the hundreds of thousands of customers they've helped over the last 20 years. As the use of classroom technology increases, so does the need for a quality, affordable, and fast repair solution.
Hundreds of schools have already benefited from iResQ repairs. They understand that the cost of monthly insurance and a deductible that comes along with fixing broken devices will often fall outside their budget. With iResQ, schools only pay for needed repairs, eliminating monthly costs and high deductibles, which often exceed the actual cost of repair.
iResQ's ease of use makes the process of repairing technology seamless. The company, upon request, supplies shipping boxes with prepaid mailing labels, and with overnight shipping, devices are repaired and returned in just a couple of days. iResQ is strategically located in the center of the U.S., so ground shipping is only 1-2 day transit to most US locations, saving further time and cost.
In addition to accepting one-at-a-time and bulk orders throughout the year, iResQ also has a summer repair program. Schools may send in broken devices at the end of the school year, and the company will repair them during the summer break and return them in bulk throughout the summer (or as arranged by the school) to save on shipping costs.
As part of the program, each school is assigned a personal account manager, making it easy to communicate repair arrangements, approvals, payments by purchase order or credit card, and answering any questions about shipments and repairs.
iResQ employs certified technicians with extensive knowledge and experience repairing tablets, iPads, laptops, Chromebooks and MacBooks--as well as most any product used in the classroom. Cracked screens, broken home buttons, water damage, keyboard replacement, failed hard drives, and power failures are no match for the company's team of repair specialists.
Founded in 1994, iResQ is a national leader in technology repair. With a BBB rating of A+ and over 550 reviews with a 4.9 of 5.0 rating on Google, the company has proven to offer trustworthy, fast, and affordable technology repair, replacement, and diagnostic services.
Press Contact:
Brian Buffington
888-447-3728
Email
CommunityCube Launches Kickstarter to Fund Citizen-Driven Parallel Internet
HAMBURG, Germany, May 13, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Hardware startup CommunityCube has launched a Kickstarter campaign to fund the build and development of a plug-and-play open source, small server designed to build a cooperative, fair internet where users' privacy and rights are protected.
The server bundles open source hardware and software to provide a streamlined experience, even if they don't have knowledge of cyber security technology or programming.
"Average Internet users don't have access to the tools to protect themselves from spying corporations or governments," says co-founder Jonay Sanz. "We want to build a tool that anyone can use, even if they don't have a technical background."
CommunityCube is the physical layer, rendering secure cloud-based services over a grid, where everybody has equal power. When deployed, each cube acts as an independent node in a citizen-fueled parallel Internet, where users can be completely anonymous while also taking advantage of fully encrypted, decentralized cloud storage.
Each CommunityCube comes with the following fully assembled and operative hardware configuration:
-- Hardkernel ODROID-XU3 lite
-- 8 processors 2GB RAM
-- Touch screen 3.2 inches
-- 1Tb Hard disk
-- 2 GEthernets
-- 2x WLAN, one with 2Watt regulatory
-- Micro SD 8Gb
-- Internal USB HUB
-- POE Extractor
Other configurations with a larger hard-drive and casing are available as well.
CommunityCube integrates a variety of services through its own operating system, called CageOS, making it easy for non-technical users to operate. These services are all based on, and improve upon, well-known open source software, including:
-- A resilience grid that securely backs up all user data (based on I2P +
Tahoe);
-- Anonymization that allows users to browse Tor, I2P and Darkweb;
-- Decentralized search engine (based on YaCY);
-- Decentralized Realtime P2P Voice Video (based on Prosdoy XMPP & WebRTC);
-- Adblocker malware blocker (Squid, Iptables, Suricata, Easylist)
-- Decentralized social networking (based on Friendica)
-- Anonymous file sharing (based on Blocksnet)
-- Decentralized, encrypted email (based on Mailpile)
"At CommunityCube, we believe the Internet should promote freedom, protect users' privacy and security, be indestructible decentralized backup and create opportunities for users, with our tools," says Sanz.
CommunityCube servers are being sold for approximately Euros 300 (~$335 USD) and can be purchased through Kickstarter at:
About CommunityCube product:
CommunityCube is a plug-and-play open source, small server designed to build a cooperative, fair internet where users' privacy and rights are protected. It was originally conceived of in 2013, inspired by the Edward Snowden disclosures, when the founders recognized the need for a consumer-level product to protect privacy and anonymity.
About Team:
Based in Hamburg, Germany, the young CommunityCube team is made up of a number of Linux and cyber security software experts, some of them already participated in other very successful startups.
VIZIO Brings All-New Ultra HD and Audio Offerings to Canada with Launch of 2015 M-Series Ultra HD Smart TV and Home Audio Collections
New Ultra HD Models Start at $799.99, Delivering Brilliant Picture Quality for Upscaled and Native Ultra HD Content, Plus New Audio Line-Up Brings Room-Filling Sound to Any Space
IRVINE, Calif., May 13, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- VIZIO, the #1 Smart TV(1) and sound bar company in the U.S.(2), announced today the rollout of its 2015 M-Series Ultra HD Full-Array LED Smart TV. The Ultra HD collection joins the VIZIO E-Series Full-Array LED Smart TV collection along with an all-new VIZIO home audio line-up rolling out soon across Canada. The VIZIO M-Series collection boasts 4K Ultra HD picture quality, a premium Smart TV experience with access to several Ultra HD streaming apps and an elevated, beautiful design. Separately the all-new VIZIO home audio offerings round out the entertainment experience with room-filling sound packed into a stylish, modern, minimalistic form factor. Consumers can find the all-new M-Series and audio collections rolling out now to retailers such as Amazon, Best Buy Canada and Costco Wholesale Canada.
The M-Series Ultra HD sets are available in class sizes from 43" to 80" and feature VIZIO's advanced Spatial Scaling Engine to upscale lower resolution content to 4K Ultra HD resolution(3). The collection displays over 8.3 million pixels in every image and features four times the resolution of 1080p Full HD for breathtaking detail and clarity. Full-Array LED backlighting offers an even distribution of light for superior uniformity as compared to Edge-Lit TVs, and up to 32 Active LED Zones((TM)) deliver precise, controlled backlighting with extremely high contrast and deep black levels. Active Pixel Tuning enables pixel-level adjustments of brightness for increased picture accuracy and contrast. For the fast-action lover or sports enthusiast, the M-Series line-up boasts up to Clear Action 720 with a blazing 240Hz effective refresh rate achieved with backlight scanning. These technologies, combined with powerful image processing, allow for sharper detail and help to ensure fast-moving scenes appear clearer than ever.
The M-Series Ultra HD collection gives consumers a great reason to upgrade with additional Ultra HD apps and more native Ultra HD content options available. The collection features the latest generation VIZIO Smart TV platform, VIZIO Internet Apps Plus®, and is equipped with HEVC decoding, ultra-fast 802.11ac dual-band WiFi and VIZIO's V6 six-core processor. This translates into a fast, easy-to-use experience for the consumer, with access to great content from many of the latest apps(4) including Ultra HD content from Netflix, UltraFlix and Toon Goggles(5). Support for HDCP 2.2 allows playback of protected Ultra HD content, while the latest HDMI 2.0 standard enables Ultra HD playback at 60Hz. This helps to ensure consumers using next generation cable and satellite receivers, Blu-ray players and game consoles will have support for Ultra HD content playback.
"VIZIO is committed to ensuring Ultra HD technology is an accessible, mainstream technology. For 2015, we've expanded our Ultra HD offerings, including the technology in the all-new M-Series collection which features our advanced Spatial Scaling Engine to upscale lower resolution content to near 4K and Active Pixel Tuning for pixel-level adjustments of brightness for better accuracy and contrast," said Matt McRae, Chief Technology Officer, VIZIO. "Consumers are seeking Ultra HD for a more immersive, high-quality picture, but are also in search of room-filling sound and deep
bass to help bring that picture to life. Powerful audio solutions like the VIZIO 40" 5.1 Sound Bar System complete the home entertainment experience, further enhancing on-screen content. Our latest M-Series line-up and audio products give consumers what they're looking for to outfit any room in the house."
To compliment the stunning picture quality of the M-Series collection, VIZIO is releasing details on its new home theater sound bar systems, which will soon be available through key retailers in the Canadian market. As the main fixture in the all-new 2015 collection, the flagship 40" 5.1 Sound Bar System pumps out clear, room-rocking sound and lines up with any 47" or larger class TV. The 40" 5.1 Sound Bar System boasts a true 5.1 surround sound experience thanks to the three-channel sound bar, wireless subwoofer and dual rear satellite speakers - which outputs a Sound Pressure Level of 102 dB with less than 1% total harmonic distortion(6).
HDMI support gives consumers great audio connection to their TV and other A/V devices, while Bluetooth(®) with aptX(®) enables CD-quality wireless streaming via supported devices. Built-in Dolby(®) Digital surround sound provides dramatic special dimension and enhanced audio for an engaging listening experience, while DTS(®) audio technologies, including DTS Digital Surround, DTS TruVolume and others, further enhance the audio experience to provide deep bass, crisp audio detail, clear vocals and intelligent volume-leveling.
Consumers seeking an audio system that enhances the on-screen picture will appreciate the performance of the 2015 VIZIO audio collection. While watts is commonly used throughout the audio industry to describe power output, the term is really a numerical figure that describes how much power a product consumes, rather than actual performance levels. The high wattage promoted by some sound bars essentially has no bearing on the consumer experience and may instead correspond to an inefficient use of energy. VIZIO chooses to measure the true acoustic output represented by Sound Pressure Level to more accurately describe and directly correlate to the powerful experience its audio collection delivers.
From a design perspective, both the VIZIO M-Series and audio collections have been purposefully crafted with an all-new design. Built using select materials, an elegantly slim profile and ultra-thin bezel, the M-Series delivers an immersive, near borderless entertainment experience. The home audio offerings boast a new sophisticated, modern design that seamlessly coordinates with the 2015 Smart TV collections.
Having launched in Canada earlier this spring, the VIZIO E-Series Full-Array LED Smart TV collection boasts Full-Array LED backlighting technology. Up to 16 Active LED Zones dynamically adjust the LED backlighting to match the light and dark portions of on-screen content for deeper black levels and brighter colors for a more vibrant, beautiful picture as compared to earlier models. Clear Action 240 across most models offers enhanced motion clarity with 120Hz effective refresh rate, achieved with backlight scanning, and powerful image processing so sports and fast-action scenes are seen with stunningly sharp detail. All models in the 2015 E-Series collection are equipped with VIZIO's latest generation Smart TV platform, VIZIO Internet Apps Plus, to give consumers the power to stream the hottest movies, TV shows, music and more right to the TV. The seamless Smart TV experience is possible thanks to built-in WiFi with apps such as Netflix, Spotify, YouTube and more(4). VIZIO Internet Apps Plus allows consumers to enjoy advanced features like second screen interactivity, enabling them to surf for Netflix or YouTube content on their smartphone or tablet, and then send the video directly to their VIZIO E-Series Smart TVs.
Consumers can find the all-new VIZIO E-Series Full-Array LED Smart TV, M-Series Ultra HD Smart TV and audio collections through retailers such as Amazon, Best Buy Canada and Costco Wholesale Canada.
M-Series Full-Array LED Ultra HD Smart TV Collection
Pricing
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M-Series 43" Ultra HD Full
Array LED Smart TV MSRP $799.99
M-Series 50" Ultra HD Full
Array LED Smart TV MSRP $1059.99
M-Series 55" Ultra HD Full
Array LED Smart TV MSRP $1329.99
M-Series 60" Ultra HD Full
Array LED Smart TV MSRP $1989.99
M-Series 65" Ultra HD Full
Array LED Smart TV MSRP $2259.99
M-Series 70" Ultra HD Full
Array LED Smart TV MSRP $2919.99
M-Series 80" Ultra HD Full
Array LED Smart TV MSRP $5309.99
Audio Collection Pricing
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29" 2.0 Sound Bar MSRP $119.99
38" 2.0 Sound Bar MSRP $139.99
38" 3.0 Sound Bar MSRP $189.99
38" 2.1 Sound Bar System MSRP $239.99
38" 3.1 Sound Bar System MSRP $249.99
38" 5.1 Sound Bar System MSRP $399.99
40" 5.1 Sound Bar System MSRP $479.99
E-Series Full-Array LED Smart TV Collection Pricing
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E-Series 24" Razor LED Smart
TV MSRP $239.99
E-Series 28" Full-Array LED
Smart TV MSRP $268.99
E-Series 32" Full-Array LED
Smart TV MSRP $349.99
E-Series 40" Full-Array LED
Smart TV MSRP $469.99
E-Series 43" Full-Array LED
Smart TV MSRP $519.99
E-Series 48" Full-Array LED
Smart TV MSRP $639.99
E-Series 50" Full-Array LED
Smart TV MSRP $709.99
E-Series 55" Full-Array LED
Smart TV MSRP $839.99
E-Series 60" Full-Array LED
Smart TV MSRP $1059.99
E-Series 65" Full-Array LED
Smart TV MSRP $1329.99
E-Series 70" Full-Array LED
Smart TV MSRP $1859.99
(1)The NPD Group /Weekly Tracking
Service, Flat Panel TV units with Apps
included, Dec 30 2012 - Feb 2015
(2) The NPD Group /Retail Tracking
Service, units sold in the U.S., Jan 2011
- Feb 2015
3 Source content is upscaled to UHD
resolution. Actual picture quality may
vary.
4 The applications and content of the
VIZIO Internet Apps Plus(R) described on
this page may only be available in
certain countries and languages, may
require additional fees or subscription
charges, and may be subject to future
updates, modifications or discontinuation
without notice. VIZIO has no control over
third party application or content and
assumes no responsibility for the
availability or interruption of such
application or content. Additional third-
party terms, conditions and restrictions
apply.
5High-speed/Broadband Internet service,
app subscription and access equipment are
required and not provided by VIZIO.
6 Sound Pressure Level measured using pink
noise at 1 meter, C-weighted. Total
harmonic distortion calculated as
electrical measurement of amplifier
distortion.
About VIZIO
VIZIO, Inc. is headquartered in Irvine, California. VIZIO skyrocketed to the #1 shipper of LCD televisions in North America in Q2 2007(1), within five years from their first shipment, and has been in the top 3 ever since(2). VIZIO is now also America's #1 Smart TV company(3) and the #1 Sound Bar Brand in the U.S.(4) For over a decade, VIZIO has remained committed to what it does best -- focus on the consumer to deliver visionary products at a great value. The brand is consistently recognized for excellence in customer service, and was awarded 40 Stevie Awards, including the Grand Stevie Award in the 9(th) Annual Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service. VIZIO's products are found at Amazon, Best Buy, BJ's Wholesale, Costco Wholesale, Sam's Club, Target, Walmart and other retailers in North America. VIZIO has won numerous awards including Reviewed.com's 2014 Best of the Year Value 4K TV, Best of the Year Mid-Range LCD and CES Editor's Choice, "Best of CES 2014" by IGN, "Best of CES 2014" by PC Magazine and "Best of the Best 2014" by UltraHDTV Magazine for its Reference Series Ultra HD Full-Array LED Smart TV. VIZIO's P-Series Ultra HD Full-Array LED Smart TV was also recognized by The Verge as "Best TV of CES" for 2014 as well as awarded "Best of CES" by Complex and "Best of Show" by Wired for 2014. VIZIO also earned #1 ranking in the Inc. 500 for Top Companies in Computers and Electronics and made the lists of Ad Age's Hottest Brands, CNET's Editor's Choice, CNET Best of CES 2011 - Television, CNET Best of CES 2013 - Home Theater and Audio, CNET's Best Tech Products 2014 Television, Sound & Vision's Top Picks, Sound & Vision 2014 Best Top Picks of the Year Sound Bars and Televisions, Good Housekeeping's Best Big-Screens, PC World's Best Buy and Popular Mechanics Editor's Choice among many other prestigious honors. For more information, please call 888-VIZIOCE or visit http://www.VIZIO.com.
(1)NPD IHS Global TV Shipment and Forecast Report, North America LCD Shipments Q2 2007
(2)NPD IHS Global TV Shipment and Forecast Report, North America LCD Shipments, Annual 2007-2014
(3)The NPD Group / Weekly Tracking Service, Flat Panel TV units with Apps included, Dec 30 2012 - Feb 2015
(4)The NPD Group / Retail Tracking Service, units sold in the U.S., Jan 2011 - Feb 2015
Microsemi Announces Carrier Ethernet 2.0 Certification for its Turnkey Ethernet Access Switch Solution
Ensures OEMs and ODMs Accelerate Time-to-market with CE 2.0 Certifiable Ethernet Network Equipment
ALISO VIEJO, Calif., May 13, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Microsemi Corporation (Nasdaq: MSCC), a leading provider of semiconductor solutions differentiated by power, security, reliability and performance, today announced it has achieved Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF) Carrier Ethernet (CE) 2.0 certification of its Serval(TM) VSC7418 CE switch engine and CEServices(TM) application software. A virtual requirement from service providers, CE 2.0 certification of the turnkey hardware and software solution enables Microsemi original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and original design manufacturing (ODM) customers to accelerate time-to-market with readily interoperable, standards-based equipment for Ethernet business service delivery.
"Attaining this milestone underscores Microsemi's commitment to driving growth in our communications end market," said Uday Mudoi, vice president, marketing, for Microsemi's Ethernet Networking Technology (ENT) group. "The CE 2.0 certification provides our customers a standardized and proven baseline of functionality, ultimately expediting their time-to-market with Microsemi's differentiated Ethernet networking solutions."
Multiple research analyst firms project the global market for carrier Ethernet services to reach $50 billion by 2015. Now the de facto communications protocol for wide area networking, over 1,000 network operators globally support carrier Ethernet, with bandwidth for global Ethernet business services expected to surpass 75 percent of total global business bandwidth by 2017, according to Vertical Systems Group.
Microsemi's total hardware and software solution is certified for all Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF) services?two each respectively in E-Line, E-LAN, E-Tree and E-Access, as defined in MEF Standards 6.1, 22.1, 33. CE 2.0 certification is based on rigorous testing by a third party, MEF-approved test lab using over 630 test cases derived from MEF specifications. Certification testing bypasses months, sometimes years, of internal test development for the CE service types.
About VSC7418 Serval
VSC7418 Serval CE switch contains nine 10/100/1000 Mbps SGMII/SerDes ports and two 2.5G SGMII/SerDes ports and is optimized for power and cost-sensitive applications at the network edge. Serval is the industry's only switch engine family to support MPLS/MPLS-TP LER and LSR and patented LTE-advanced-ready IEEE 1588, useable in both fiber and microwave applications. Serval is part of Microsemi's broader CE switch engine portfolio, including the Jaguar(TM) VSC7460 and LynX(TM) VSC7462 devices. For more information, contact sales.support@microsemi.com.
About Microsemi
Microsemi Corporation (Nasdaq: MSCC) offers a comprehensive portfolio of semiconductor and system solutions for communications, defense & security, aerospace and industrial markets. Products include high-performance and radiation-hardened analog mixed-signal integrated circuits, FPGAs, SoCs and ASICs; power management products; timing and synchronization devices and precise time solutions, setting the world's standard for time; voice processing devices; RF solutions; discrete components; security technologies and scalable anti-tamper products; Ethernet solutions; Power-over-Ethernet ICs and midspans; as well as custom design capabilities and services. Microsemi is headquartered in Aliso Viejo, Calif., and has approximately 3,600 employees globally. Learn more at http://www.microsemi.com.
Microsemi and the Microsemi logo are registered trademarks or service marks of Microsemi Corporation and/or its affiliates. Third-party trademarks and service marks mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners.
"Safe Harbor" Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: Any statements set forth in this news release that are not entirely historical and factual in nature, including without limitation statements related to the Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF) Carrier Ethernet (CE) 2.0 certification of its Serval VSC7418 CE switch engine and CEServices application software, and its potential effects on future business, are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on our current expectations and are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements. The potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, such factors as rapidly changing technology and product obsolescence, potential cost increases, variations in customer order preferences, weakness or competitive pricing environment of the marketplace, uncertain demand for and acceptance of the company's products, adverse circumstances in any of our end markets, results of in-process or planned development or marketing and promotional campaigns, difficulties foreseeing future demand, potential non-realization of expected orders or non-realization of backlog, product returns, product liability, and other potential unexpected business and economic conditions or adverse changes in current or expected industry conditions, difficulties and costs of protecting patents and other proprietary rights, inventory obsolescence and difficulties regarding customer qualification of products. In addition to these factors and any other factors mentioned elsewhere in this news release, the reader should refer as well to the factors, uncertainties or risks identified in the company's most recent Form 10-K and all subsequent Form 10-Q reports filed by Microsemi with the SEC. Additional risk factors may be identified from time to time in Microsemi's future filings. The forward-looking statements included in this release speak only as of the date hereof, and Microsemi does not undertake any obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.
DirectView's Planned Body Camera Integration With xG Technology is Highlighted During a News Segment Aired by Sarasota Local ABC News Affiliate WWSB
During the segment, xG's VP of Marketing, Daniel Carpini, discusses the benefits of the companies' joint approach for secure transmission of body camera video for law enforcement and other applications
NEW YORK, May 13, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- DirectView Holdings, Inc. (OTC:DIRV) ("DirectView" or the "Company"), a company focused on ownership and management of leading video and security technology companies, announced that its planned body camera integration with xG Technology, Inc. ("xG") (Nasdaq: XGTI, XGTIW), a developer of wireless communications and spectrum sharing technologies, was highlighted during a news segment broadcast by Sarasota, Florida Local ABC News Affiliate WWSB on the May 8, 2015 5:30 PM edition of its news program.
The segment featured an interview with xG's VP of Marketing, Mr. Daniel Carpini, who discussed the benefits of combining xG's secure and reliable wireless video communications technology with Directview's body camera. DirectView and XG have recently entered into an agreement to integrate xG's xMax technology with DirectView's state of the art body worn camera. The integrated product (code named the "DVXG-1000") is scheduled to be launched in the third quarter of 2015. Both companies intend to initially focus joint marketing efforts toward the law enforcement, military, government, education and real estate security markets.
xG Technology has created a broad portfolio of intellectual property that makes wireless networks more intelligent, accessible, affordable and reliable. The company has created xMax, a patented all-IP cognitive radio technology that enables robust mobile broadband communications for private, consumer and government networks. xMax can solve the crisis facing the wireless industry caused by data-hungry devices and applications that are straining network capacity. It eliminates the need to acquire scarce and expensive licensed spectrum, thus lowering the total cost of ownership for wireless broadband access. xG's goal is to help wireless broadband networks deliver voice, video and data services to fixed and mobile users. The xMax cognitive radio system incorporates advanced optimizing technologies that include spectrum sharing, interference mitigation, multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) and software defined radio (SDR). These and other technologies make xMax ideal for wide area, as well as rapid emergency communication deployment. xG offers solutions for numerous industries worldwide, including urban and rural wireless broadband, utilities, defense, emergency response and public safety.
Based in Sarasota, Florida, xG has over 50 U.S. and over 120 international patents and pending patent applications. xG is a publicly traded company listed on the NASDAQ Capital Market where xG common stock is traded under the symbol XGTI and xG warrants are traded under the symbol XGTIW. For more information, please visit http://www.xgtechnology.com.
About DirectView Holdings, Inc.
DirectView Holdings, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides teleconferencing and services to businesses and organizations. The company operates in two divisions, Security (Video Surveillance) and Video Conferencing. The Security division offers technologies in surveillance systems providing onsite and remote video and audio surveillance, digital video recording, and services. It also sells and installs surveillance systems; and sells maintenance agreements. The company sells its products and services in the United States and internationally through direct sales force, referrals, and its Websites. The Video Conferencing division offers teleconferencing products and services that enable clients to conduct remote meetings by linking participants in geographically dispersed locations. It is involved in the sale of conferencing services based upon usage, the sale and installation of video equipment, and the sale of maintenance agreements. This division primarily provides conferencing products and services to numerous organizations ranging from law firms, banks, high tech companies and government organizations. For more information visit our website at http://www.DirectView.com and connect with us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Google+.
Forward Looking Statements: This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties, including statements regarding the outlook of the Company's business and results of operations. By nature, these risks and uncertainties could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated. Generally speaking, any statements using terms such as "will," "expect," "anticipate," or "may," or which otherwise predict or address future results or events, are likely to contain forward-looking statements. It is important to note that actual results may differ materially from what is indicated in any forward-looking statement. Readers should consider any forward-looking statements in light of factors that could cause actual results to vary. These factors are described in our filings with the SEC, and readers should refer to those filings, including Risk Factors described in those filings, in connection with any forward-looking statements. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
Contact:
DirectView Holdings, Inc.
Roger Ralston
+1-212-858-9100 EXT. 111 http://www.DirectView.com
IR@DirectView.com
GN ReSound and Designit Create the First Hearing Aid Interface for the Apple Watch
COPENHAGEN, Denmark, May 13, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --
GN ReSound, a global market leader in hearing care solutions, has worked with Designit
to create the next generation of connected hearing technology. Now GN ReSound has rejoined
with Designit to create the first hearing aid interface for the Apple Watch, rethinking
the way hearing aids are controlled.
The ReSound Smart application has been designed to improve personalisation, control
and comfort in the everyday lives of people living with hearing loss. Focusing on user
needs, GN ReSound and Designit identified four new features uniquely made possible by the
Apple Watch:
- An intuitive and convenient way of controlling the hearing aids
- Fast and discreet adjustment in social settings
- An improvement of the visual user interface that enhances ease of use
- Easy access to location-aware features that enable automatic adjustment
User research and prototyping led to an elegant user interface and a navigational
concept crafted specifically for the compact face and interactive features of the Apple
Watch.
The easily accessible touchscreen allows users to quickly adjust settings as they move
through changing environments, maximizing control, comfort and clarity while reducing the
stigma and discomfort often associated with traditional hearing aids.
The app allows users to create 'smart', location-aware audio profiles that can be
saved and activated by geotagging, helping users move seamlessly through their everyday
lives without having to manage their hearing aid.
The Apple Watch will soon be in the hand of the users and the new ReSound Smart
application is available for download in the Apple Store now.
About Designit
Designit is a global strategic design firm, working to solve complex challenges with
some of the world's most ambitious companies and organisations.
Designit aims to create strong and sustainable business value through strategic
design. Developing across the entire customer experience, interdisciplinary teams create
compelling products, services and experiences, driving customer engagement and realizing
business growth. Designit's expertise spans a broad range of industries, turning
technology into meaningful and valuable experiences for humans.
GN ReSound is a leading international developer and manufacturer of advanced and
innovative hearing healthcare solutions. It advances the wireless revolution with its
unique 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth(R) Smart solutions. GN ReSound has reinvented the hearing
system with its revolutionary ReSound LiNX2 hearing aids, and is driving and defining the
future of hearing care.
For further information from Designit, contact:
Lasse Jensby Dahl, CEO of Scandinavia, Designit
Email: lasse.dahl@designit.com
Tel: +45-26-72-29-86
Context is Everything: Aspect Software Introduces Experience Continuity Contextual Consistency Between All Customer Service Interactions, Channels
MUMBAI, May 13, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --
Rise in Consumer Preference for Mobile and Self-service Interaction Driving Need for
Greater Channel Interconnectivity
A new study from Aspect Software found that the top customer service frustration for
consumers today is that the consumers have to repeat themselves multiple times to multiple
people via multiple channels - ahead of being transferred and ahead of not getting any
issue resolution at all. To help companies address this growing pain point, Aspect, a
leading provider of fully-integrated customer interaction management, workforce
optimization, back-office and award-winning cloud solutions, today announced Aspect
Experience Continuity(TM), an intelligent customer interaction platform that provides
context and continuity when moving from self-service to live-service, switching between
channels, or when switching between proactive outbound communication and inbound service
inquiries.
With the flexibility and nearly unlimited mobility brought on by smart phones,
consumers around the world have taken to find issue resolution to business questions by
themselves, on the go, and whenever they want instead of relying on the constraints of
call center business hours. In fact, a recent Aspect consumer survey found that nearly all
(96%) of the consumers surveyed said when contacting customer service about the same
issue, they should be able to pick up where they last left off, regardless of channel.
Aspect Experience Continuity addresses this growing trend and allows consumers to do so in
a connected environment.
As an example, consider an exchange about a policy claim between a customer and their
insurance company. The customer makes a call outside of business hours and interacts with
the IVR, inquiring about a claim, but doesn't get all the answers they want from the
automated system. The Continuity Server stores data about this interaction so the next day
the insurance company takes action based on this information and calls the customer back,
asking them if they'd like to pick up where the IVR conversation had left off.
"With the proliferation of available customer care channels in this age of pervasive
mobile computing, a smooth handover between channels such as mobile app, IVR, or website,
or when switching from self-service to live-service, is more crucial than ever to provide
excellent customer service," says Spence Mallder, Chief Technology Officer and General
Manager WFO, Aspect. "We call it Experience Continuity. By storing Context Cookies in our
Continuity Server during the customer journey, customers can experience continuity when
attempting to complete an interrupted transaction either at a later time, or on a
different channel. If executed effectively, it significantly reduces the age-old complaint
of customers having to repeat themselves."
Any customer service engagement, whether with an agent or through self-service, if
done in isolation from a customer's interaction history or live-service engagement, can
create consumer frustration. Connected and contextually-linked service gives customers
quick and convenient access to information when needed, and can also provide quick ROI for
businesses that can focus their contact center staff on more elaborate inquiries and
customer retention efforts. But while consumers will continue to reach out for human help
for moderate and complex account inquiries or technical troubleshooting, they'll also
expect the agent to have the self-service interaction history available to prevent
repetition. In the same survey mentioned above, 82 percent of consumers said they prefer
using self-service to resolve simple customer service issues but 86 percent prefer agent
consultation to resolve more complex customer service issues.
To create an ideal omni-channel experience, where customers can pick up an interaction
where they left off, regardless of channel, companies need a defined "exit strategy" for
customers transitioning from self-service to agent-assisted service. The customer
interaction trail that provides channel-agnostic context to the agent is central to a
seamless customer service experience.
"Our research shows that customers, on average, use more than four different
self-service or live-assist channels in order to complete their e-commerce tasks,"
explains Dan Miller, lead analyst at Opus Research. "Rapid recognition of each customer's
intent within the context of an ongoing conversation shortens each step, promotes loyalty
and creates a more pleasing experience for both customers and their selected agent. Opus
Research calls it 'Intelligent Assistance'."
Aspect's fully-integrated solution unifies the three most important facets of modern
consumer engagement strategy: customer interaction management, workforce optimization, and
back-office. Through a full suite of cloud, hosted and hybrid deployment options, we help
the world's most demanding contact centers and back offices seamlessly align their people,
processes and touch points to deliver remarkable customer experiences. For more
information, visit http://www.aspect.com/in.
Microchip's New dsPIC33EP "GS" Family Is Optimized for Digital Power Applications
Digital Signal Controllers feature higher performance, more integration, lower power, smaller footprints and live update capability
BANGKOK, May 13, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Microchip Technology Inc. (NASDAQ: MCHP), a leading provider of microcontroller, mixed-signal, analog and Flash-IP solutions, has announced the 14-member dsPIC33EP "GS" family of Digital Signal Controllers (DSCs). The dsPIC33EP "GS" family delivers the performance needed to implement more sophisticated non-linear, predictive and adaptive control algorithms at higher switching frequencies. These advanced algorithms enable power supply designs that are more energy efficient and have better power supply specifications. Higher switching frequencies enable the development of physically smaller power supplies that offer higher densities and lower costs. Compared with the previous generation of DSCs, the new dsPIC33EP "GS" devices provide less than half the latency, when used in a three-pole three-zero compensator, and consume up to 80% less power in any application.
This new dsPIC33EP "GS" family includes advanced features such as Live Update Flash capability, which is especially helpful for high-availability or "always-on" systems. Live Update can be used to change the firmware of an operating power supply, including the active compensator calculation code, while maintaining continuous regulation. Variants from this new digital-power-optimized DSC family are available in an industry's-smallest, 4 x 4 mm UQFN package for space-constrained designs.
Other key features of this family include up to five 12-bit ADCs with as many as 22 ADC inputs, providing total throughput of 16 Mega samples per second (Msps) with a 300 ns ADC latency. The dsPIC33EP "GS" devices include 12-bit DACs for each of the four analog comparators, for higher-precision designs. The two on-chip programmable gain amplifiers can be used for current sensing and other precision measurements. Including these advanced analog amplifiers on the device reduces the number of external components required, thereby saving cost and board space. These features, combined with the overall high performance of the dsPIC33EP "GS" family, make it well suited for a wide range of applications, including the following examples: computer & telecom (e.g., AC/DC and DC/DC power supplies), industrial (e.g., solar inverters, LED lighting, HID lighting, battery chargers, projectors and welders) and automotive (e.g., LED and HID headlights, DC/DC converters), among others.
"Customer adoption of our existing dsPIC33 digital power families has been outstanding, with design wins in a wide range of power-conversion products, globally," said Joe Thomsen, vice president of Microchip's MCU16 Division. "The new dsPIC33EP "GS" family builds upon that success by offering more performance and integrated features, allowing next-generation designs to achieve higher efficiency and more compact form factors."
Development support
The dsPIC33EP "GS" family is supported by Microchip's MPLAB(®) Starter Kit for Digital Power (part # DM330017-2), which allows customers to explore using the new dsPIC33EP "GS" family in popular digital power-conversion topologies.
Microchip's new Digital Compensator Design Tool helps engineers calculate the optimum compensator coefficients required to maximize the performance of their designs. This free tool, combined with Microchip's compensator software libraries and many royalty-free dsPIC33 reference designs, make it easier than ever to design digital power-conversion applications.
Microchip also partnered with Biricha Digital to offer in-depth digital power design workshops that help analog power supply designers, as well as embedded system programmers, leverage the capabilities of full digital control in their designs.
Availability
The 14 dsPIC33EP "GS" family members are available in various packages, from 28 to 64 pins. For a complete list of product variants and package options, click on this product variant table. All of these new DSCs are available today for sampling and volume production in high volume.
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Personal Vaporizer Powerhouse, Grenco Science, Announces New BUSH Series with Longtime Partner Snoop Dogg
Snoop Dogg's BUSH album included with G Pro Vaporizer set.
LOS ANGELES, May 12, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Personal vaporizer brand, Grenco Science, is pleased to announce its newest venture with collaborative partner and entertainment icon, Snoop Dogg. In celebration of today's release of Snoop's new album, BUSH, Grenco Science proudly unveils the Snoop Dogg BUSH G Pro Vaporizer and G Slim for Ground Material. The G Pro Vaporizer comes with a digital download of BUSH, making it the first release of its kind, bundling music with a vaporizer set.
The BUSHSeries combines the industry-leading functionality Grenco Science products are known for with the lively, flourishing garden imagery inspired by Snoop Dogg's BUSH album artwork.
"The BUSH collection takes the vaporizer game to a whole different level," said Snoop. "Now, my fans can have something to vibe and groove to while listening to my new album."
The BUSH G Pro Vaporizer is packaged with a fully functional flowerpot, with accompanying organic 'bush' seeds, ready to plant. For the first time ever, each G Pro package will include a download card to redeem Snoop's new album.
Founded on the principles of performance and user-preference, the G Pro Vaporizer features three variable temperature settings, enabling a uniquely tailored vaping experience.
The G Slim for Ground Material offers the beloved style and discretion of Grenco products in a sleek and affordable, ultra-portable model.
The Snoop Dogg BUSH Series is available for pre-order now on GPEN.COM, coinciding with the global release of the brand new album.
In further celebration of today's release of BUSH, this evening Grenco Science will present simultaneous listening parties at skate, street wear, and smoke boutiques spread across the globe. Information for this groundbreaking occasion is available at GPEN.COM/Bush.
About Grenco Science
Grenco Science® leads at the forefront of ingenuity and aptitude, consistently engineering the most advanced, user-friendly portable vaporizers in the world. The first to market a tank system specifically designed for essential oils and personal aromatherapy regimens, Grenco Science integrates superior functionality with the convenience of transportability. Grenco Science has made their name with their Artist Series, an installment of collaborations with leading industry artists and brand ambassadors.
SocialRadar Launches LocationKit - the First Replacement for iOS and Android Location Services
Offers app developers the most powerful location manager on the market
WASHINGTON, May 12, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- SocialRadar announced today the beta release of the LocationKit - an advanced location manager that provides app developers an improved replacement for the iPhone iOS and Google core location services. By using LocationKit, developers gain access to higher accuracy location, lower battery drain, automatic venue recognition, and detailed reporting and location analytics. LocationKit is offered as a free SDK to developers looking to add enhanced location capabilities to their mobile applications.
The combination of accurate location and robust local data provides app developers the context they need to create more personalized in-app experiences. The SocialRadar LocationKit (beta) offers:
- Higher Accuracy Location
Typical location accuracy can be as low as 10 meters or even 100 meters. LocationKit uses several methods to improve upon the standard latitude and longitude data resulting in location results that can be accurate up to 2 meters. LocationKit does this by applying a proprietary algorithm to correct device position data by analyzing general signal distortion, device movement, indoor detection patterns, and then further corrects position data to fit the most accurate available representation of the Earth's curvature at any latitude.
- Lower Battery Drain
Currently, developers who want to make use of location technology have two choices: use the significant distance method, which is inherently subpar because it only updates a location when you change cell phone towers - or use always-on-technology, running the GPS constantly which drains device battery at a rate of 8%-14% per hour. Now developers using LocationKit can receive highly accurate location for their users consistently at less then 1% battery drain per hour.
- Automatic Venue Recognition
LocationKit combines the most accurate places database in the US with leading event databases and contains over 130 million addresses. Instead of relying just on a single point representing an address, the LocationKit places and events database has geo-encoded parcel and building outlines to decode a user's exact location. Combining this data with events provides developers with powerful insights - not only where users are but also what events users are attending. Place information can be provided passively and automatically as a device enters a place, or is available on-demand. Real-time venue recognition enables app developers to easily personalize the user app experience with local and social context.
- Reporting & Location Analytics
For the first time, app developers will be able to access detailed analytics of the location information collected by their applications. Through reporting they'll learn the type of venues users frequent, and gain insights about users' preferences.
"You have always been able to replace built-in apps such as the calendar app or contacts app with 3(rd) party mobile apps - we have developed the very first replacement for the Apple iOS and Google core location services," said Michael Chasen, chief executive officer and founder of SocialRadar. "Developers can use our toolset instead of the built-in location manager service to access an array of enhanced location features and reporting for their mobile applications."
With LocationKit developers will be able to build location or event-based apps that automatically and accurately know when users enter a specific venue, empowering them to personalize user experiences based on real-time location activities. Whether it is to make recommendations based on a specific location, arrange meet-ups based on where users are or allow individuals in the same place to quickly communicate with the people nearby - LocationKit makes it easy to include advanced location services directly within a mobile application.
About SocialRadar
SocialRadar® is building technology that gives you real-time information and location insights on the people and places around you. SocialRadar's LocationKit enables developers to dramatically improve location inside of their mobile applications through a free SDK. Consumers around the world can download the SocialRadar mobile application to show them who's nearby and know how they're connected.
SocialRadar is a venture-backed startup headquartered in Washington, DC founded by Michael Chasen, former co-founder and CEO of Blackboard, an e-learning software company he sold for almost $2 billion. The company secured its Series A funding for $12.75 million in 2013 and was led by New Enterprise Associates (NEA), Grotech Ventures, and SWaN & Legend Ventures with participation by Steve Case, Ted Leonsis, Dave Morin, Kevin Colleran and other tech leaders.
Rekky App Launches, Harnesses Social Media To Offer Venue Recommendations Vetted By Trusted Tastemakers And Users' Friends
In-The-Know App Seamlessly Aggregates Venue Recommendations into One Visual Platform
NEW YORK, May 12, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --Rekky, the new venue recommendation app for discerning tastemakers and global trendsetters, today announced its availability in the Apple App Store and Google Play. Rekky effectively eliminates the need to ask friends or check multiple publications when looking for recommendations on the hottest venues, globally.
With a map-based and deeply visual interface, Rekky offers users insights into the trendiest places from the people whose tastes and interests they know and trust, including trendsetter and DJ Harley Viera-Newton, downtown New York City chef Camille Becerra, creative collective The Misshapes (Leigh Lezark and Geordon Nicol) and stylish foodies Danielle & Laura Kosann (The New Potato) to curate personalized lists of their top suggested venues. The app's seamless integration with users' preexisting social media accounts makes it instantly accessible and content-rich without any effort on the user's part.
"Whenever I was looking for a new place to go, I had to consult so many different resources - from friends, to online publications, to magazines and more - to find the perfect venue," said Muhammad Saigol, Founder of Rekky. "Even with the help of all these sources, it was hard to tell if a restaurant or bar was intimate versus lively, for example, from the impersonal photos that often accompany articles. I wanted to pool all of my trusted sources into one place - with honest visuals - serving as the ultimate guide and ensuring that I always know where to go."
How Rekky Works:
Rekky aggregates check-ins from users' Instagram, Facebook and Foursquare accounts to provide them with venue recommendations ('rekkies') vetted by trendsetters, influencers and the friends they trust.
Rekky users sign in only once to link all of their social media accounts to the app, after which their geotagged photos from the other accounts appear in real-time. Users can immediately begin searching for restaurants, bars, galleries and various other entertainment venues by category, or simply by exploring using the 'Discover' and 'Lists' functions.
The app's 'Discover' tab suggests tastemakers for users to follow. The 'Lists' option features selections of venues curated by tastemakers, bloggers, media partners and friends from within users' networks. Users are also encouraged to become tastemakers themselves by curating their own personalized lists.
"As a visual platform that brings together all of your trusted sources in one place, Rekky serves as the global in-the-know guide, allowing users to travel confidently," said Saigol. "The app is curated to fit users' personal lifestyles and helps them to discover the world through the eyes of those who know it best."
ABOUT REKKY
Rekky is a mobile platform that offers users insights into the trendiest places from the people whose tastes and interests they know and trust. Founded in 2014 by Muhammad Saigol, Rekky aggregates check-ins from users' Instagram, Facebook and Foursquare accounts to provide them with venue recommendations ('rekkies') sourced from their personal networks. The app includes carefully handpicked lists from influential tastemakers including notable personalities such as trendsetter and DJ Harley Viera-Newton, downtown New York City chef Camille Becerra, creative collective The Misshapes (Leigh Lezark and Geordon Nicol) and stylish foodies Danielle & Laura Kosann (The New Potato). Rekky's map-based, deeply visual interface serves as the global in-the-know guide curated to fit users' personal lifestyles, ensuring that they always know where to go. Rekky is currently available to download for iOS through iTunes (http://apple.co/1PHE6ui). For additional information, please visit http://www.Rekky.co.
Huawei Unveiled New Enterprise Products at Inaugural Huawei Southern Pacific Partner Conference
MARINA BAY SANDS, Singapore, May 12, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Huawei, a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider, today unveiled Huawei AR series Agile Branch Gateway that integrates routing, switching, voice, security, WLAN and VPN functions to meet the diversified needs of today's enterprises. Huawei has also unveiled OceanStor V3 to help enterprise embrace cloud computing and converged storage to make business agile. Both products are launched at the inaugural Huawei Southern Pacific Partner Conference where more than 200 channel partners from Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, and Singapore attended.
Huawei Southern Pacific Partner Conference is the first time where all partners are gathered following the restructuring of Huawei's Southern Pacific Enterprise Business Group in 2014. Outlining his vision for 2015, Huawei Southern Pacific Business Group President, Wu Gang said: "2015 is a capacity and capability building year for Southern Pacific Enterprise Business. We will focus on six basic capabilities: Channel enablement, Marketing promotion, Products and Industry Solutions capabilities, Service capabilities, Supply Chain Capacity, and Process and IT Platform enhancement. We will fully leverage our partners' strong industry knowledge, expertise and service capabilities, and focus on key industries and customers, to provide customer-centric solutions. The growth of Huawei Southern Pacific Enterprise Business Group is only possible with the immense support from our partners. We hope to work together with partners to achieve a win-win situation."
Under the theme, "Navigating the Future, Your Journey Starts with Huawei", Huawei launched its new channel partner eco-system which will incentivize partners to respond effectively and timely to the unique needs of enterprises in their expansion. President of Huawei Global Partners & Alliances, Raymond Lau said: "Huawei aims to be an innovative one-stop ICT infrastructure solutions provider. We continue to implement our strategy of "Be Integrated" through open collaboration in product development and joint marketing initiatives. As a testament to the importance and success of our partnership, 74% of our revenue in 2014 came from more than 6000 partners and 300 solution partners worldwide. Moving forward, the company and partners will continue to develop joint marketing to leverage on strong local network and branding for demand generation."
With more than 15 regional headquarters, 36 training centers, 20 R&D centers and other centers of enterprise worldwide, Huawei has adopted an operational model of "Local Global" to ensure leading solutions continue to answer real world challenges faced by businesses. President of Enterprise Networking Product Line, Liu Shaowei said: "In the age of Big Data, intelligent cloud-based data technology will be a competitive advantage that will determine businesses agility. Our Agile Network will converge processes, technologies, governance and talent in a scalable modular design that is easy to use. Huawei is working towards an open cloud fabric solution that is elastic and virtualized in 2015. The latest and most advanced Cloud Fabric Network, CE12800, will support the long term development of cloud-based technology and empower enterprises with greater network efficiencies."
Providing timely and efficient professional services is an integral part of ICT solutions delivery. Huawei is already working closely with partners to target entire product lifecycle including network planning, design, implementation, operation and improvement to help customers accelerate businesses. President of Huawei Enterprise Professional Services, Han Xiao, said: "In 2014, Huawei Enterprise's global sales exceeded US$3.1 billion, while revenue from professional services grew 44% year-on-year, totaling US$475million. 2015 is an important year for the development of Huawei Enterprise and a watershed year for the development of our partner eco-system to deliver 'Big Services'. Huawei is committed to develop partners through training, and building a customer-centric professional service eco-system."
Huawei AR series Agile Branch Gateway and Huawei OceanStor V3
In the age of deep ICT convergence, Huawei AR series Agile Branch Gateway integrates cloud, routing, switching, voice, security, WLAN, and VPN, Conference diverse requirements of enterprises and lowering Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) significantly. Based on the X86 or ARM platform, the agile branch gateway allows enterprise customers to extend cloud capability to anywhere the customers need, such as enterprise office applications, unified communications, Android App and others, achieving application, network, and information openness and implementing value-added platform to partners. It is the first to leverage innovative SDN & NFV architecture in the industry, and implements lifecycle management of ICT resources such as the application deployment, monitoring, and deletion through a unified SDN controller.
Huawei's OceanStor V3 has leading hardware specifications, simplified management and five innovative convergences: convergence of SAN & NAS; convergence of all level; convergence of SSD and HDD; convergence of primary and backup, and convergence of Heterogeneous. At the core of these five convergences is the OceanStor OS, which eliminates data silos and allows the free flow of data to make business more agile. According to IDC report, the global revenue growth rate of Huawei storage ranked No.1 for consecutive 5 quarters up to 3Q14.
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.
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MediaTek Launches the MediaTek Helio(TM) X20: The World's First Mobile SoC Featuring Tri-Cluster(TM) CPU Architecture
Innovative three cluster architecture sets new performance and power efficiency benchmarks with up to a 30% reduction in power consumption for the next generation of mobile devices
HSINCHU, May 12, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- MediaTek today announces the launch of the MediaTek Helio(TM) X20 -- the world's first mobile processor with Tri-Cluster(TM) CPU architecture and ten processing cores (Deca-core). The Helio X20 continues MediaTek's mission of delivering industry-leading computing performance coupled with unmatched power efficiency. With the integration of MediaTek's WorldMode Category 6 LTE modem with carrier aggregation and upgraded CorePilot® 3.0 advanced scheduling algorithm, the Helio X20 is set to revolutionize the mobile processor industry and address the global demand for flagship mobile devices. The Helio X20 is expected to be available in consumer products by end of this year.
Today's mobile devices are being asked to perform a wider range of tasks than ever before. Gaming requires sustained high-performance, advanced imaging and video recording need bursts of peak processor power, which are heavy load tasks. These are coupled with lighter load tasks, such as Internet browsing and audio. Battery life is also of paramount importance to all types of users. Yet existing mobile processing architectures don't efficiently meet the wide spectrum of use case scenarios. Currently, most high-end smartphones use dual cluster architectures, which limit the extent of the lowest power at one end and the computing granularity across the different configurations.
MediaTek's Tri-Cluster CPU architecture in the Helio X20 provides three processor clusters, each designed to more efficiently handle different types of workloads. The Tri-Cluster CPU consists of one cluster of two ARM Cortex-A72 cores (running at 2.5GHz for extreme performance) and two clusters of four ARM Cortex-A53 cores (one running at 2.0GHz for medium loads and one running at 1.4GHz for light activities). Much like adding gears to vehicles, dividing the cores into three clusters provides a more efficient allocation of tasks for optimum performance and extended battery life.
The Tri-Cluster CPU architecture is enabled by MediaTek's new CorePilot 3.0 heterogeneous computing scheduling algorithm. CorePilot 3.0 schedules the tasks for all CPUs and GPUs on the SoC while managing power and thermal effects so that extreme performance can be attained while creating less heat. It provides up to a 30% reduction of power consumption compared with conventional dual cluster architectures.
"By leading with mobile CPU architecture and multimedia innovation, MediaTek continues to push the envelope of power efficiency and peak performance," said Jeffrey Ju, Senior Vice President of MediaTek. "We are excited to see device manufacturers raise the bar -- in camera, display, audio and other consumer features. MediaTek has been adding innovative multimedia features to our platforms since the very beginning, enhancing the overall computing and multimedia experience as part of our strategy to put leading technology into the hands of everyone."
MediaTek's Helio X20 boasts several unrivaled features designed to maximize device display performance and enhance the multimedia experience for the consumer. Advanced features include:
-- Dual main cameras with a built-in 3D depth engine that allows for a
faster shot-to-shot experience in creating complex depth-of-field
images.
-- Multi-scale de-noise engines to deliver high quality images with
unprecedented detail, color accuracy, and sharpness even under extreme
conditions.
-- A 120Hz mobile display that breaks the barriers of the current 60Hz
refresh rate to provide crisp and responsive browsing and uncompromised
motion viewing.
-- An integrated, low power sensor processor - ARM Cortex-M4 - to support
diverse always-on applications such as MP3 playback and voice
activation. The sensor hub operates on an isolated, low power domain to
assist with tasks for better battery efficiency.
MediaTek Helio X20 will sample in Q3 2015 and is expected to be available in consumer products by end of this year. For more details about the Helio X20, please visit: http://www.heliox20.com
About MediaTek Inc.
MediaTek is a pioneering fabless semiconductor company, and a market leader in cutting-edge Systems on Chip for wireless communications and connectivity, HDTV, DVD and Blu-ray. MediaTek created the world's first True 8Core(TM) smartphone platform with LTE and our CorePilot® technology releasing the full power of multi-core mobile processors. Through MediaTek Labs, the company is creating a worldwide ecosystem in support of device creation, application development and services based around MediaTek offerings. With an emphasis on enabling technology for the masses and not the chosen, everyone can be an Everyday Genius®. MediaTek [TSE:2454] is headquartered in Taiwan and has offices worldwide. Please visit http://www.mediatek.com for more information.
MediaTek Press Office:
PR@mediatek.com
Kristin Taylor, MediaTek
+1-858-731-9270
2860 Junction Ave, San Jose, CA 95134, USA
Joey Lee, MediaTek
+886-3-567-0766 # 31602
No. 1, Dusing 1st Rd., Hsinchu Science Park, Hsinchu City 30078, Taiwan
MediaTek Launches the MediaTek Helio(TM) X20: The World's First Mobile SoC Featuring Tri-Cluster(TM) CPU Architecture
Innovative three cluster architecture sets new performance and power efficiency benchmarks with up to a 30% reduction in power consumption for the next generation of mobile devices
HSINCHU, May 12, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- MediaTek today announces the launch of the MediaTek Helio(TM) X20 -- the world's first mobile processor with Tri-Cluster(TM) CPU architecture and ten processing cores (Deca-core). The Helio X20 continues MediaTek's mission of delivering industry-leading computing performance coupled with unmatched power efficiency. With the integration of MediaTek's WorldMode Category 6 LTE modem with carrier aggregation and upgraded CorePilot® 3.0 advanced scheduling algorithm, the Helio X20 is set to revolutionize the mobile processor industry and address the global demand for flagship mobile devices. The Helio X20 is expected to be available in consumer products by end of this year.
Today's mobile devices are being asked to perform a wider range of tasks than ever before. Gaming requires sustained high-performance, advanced imaging and video recording need bursts of peak processor power, which are heavy load tasks. These are coupled with lighter load tasks, such as Internet browsing and audio. Battery life is also of paramount importance to all types of users. Yet existing mobile processing architectures don't efficiently meet the wide spectrum of use case scenarios. Currently, most high-end smartphones use dual cluster architectures, which limit the extent of the lowest power at one end and the computing granularity across the different configurations.
MediaTek's Tri-Cluster CPU architecture in the Helio X20 provides three processor clusters, each designed to more efficiently handle different types of workloads. The Tri-Cluster CPU consists of one cluster of two ARM Cortex-A72 cores (running at 2.5GHz for extreme performance) and two clusters of four ARM Cortex-A53 cores (one running at 2.0GHz for medium loads and one running at 1.4GHz for light activities). Much like adding gears to vehicles, dividing the cores into three clusters provides a more efficient allocation of tasks for optimum performance and extended battery life.
The Tri-Cluster CPU architecture is enabled by MediaTek's new CorePilot 3.0 heterogeneous computing scheduling algorithm. CorePilot 3.0 schedules the tasks for all CPUs and GPUs on the SoC while managing power and thermal effects so that extreme performance can be attained while creating less heat. It provides up to a 30% reduction of power consumption compared with conventional dual cluster architectures.
"By leading with mobile CPU architecture and multimedia innovation, MediaTek continues to push the envelope of power efficiency and peak performance," said Jeffrey Ju, Senior Vice President of MediaTek. "We are excited to see device manufacturers raise the bar -- in camera, display, audio and other consumer features. MediaTek has been adding innovative multimedia features to our platforms since the very beginning, enhancing the overall computing and multimedia experience as part of our strategy to put leading technology into the hands of everyone."
MediaTek's Helio X20 boasts several unrivaled features designed to maximize device display performance and enhance the multimedia experience for the consumer. Advanced features include:
-- Dual main cameras with a built-in 3D depth engine that allows for a
faster shot-to-shot experience in creating complex depth-of-field
images.
-- Multi-scale de-noise engines to deliver high quality images with
unprecedented detail, color accuracy, and sharpness even under extreme
conditions.
-- A 120Hz mobile display that breaks the barriers of the current 60Hz
refresh rate to provide crisp and responsive browsing and uncompromised
motion viewing.
-- An integrated, low power sensor processor - ARM Cortex-M4 - to support
diverse always-on applications such as MP3 playback and voice
activation. The sensor hub operates on an isolated, low power domain to
assist with tasks for better battery efficiency.
MediaTek Helio X20 will sample in Q3 2015 and is expected to be available in consumer products by end of this year. For more details about the Helio X20, please visit: http://www.heliox20.com
About MediaTek Inc.
MediaTek is a pioneering fabless semiconductor company, and a market leader in cutting-edge Systems on Chip for wireless communications and connectivity, HDTV, DVD and Blu-ray. MediaTek created the world's first True 8Core(TM) smartphone platform with LTE and our CorePilot® technology releasing the full power of multi-core mobile processors. Through MediaTek Labs, the company is creating a worldwide ecosystem in support of device creation, application development and services based around MediaTek offerings. With an emphasis on enabling technology for the masses and not the chosen, everyone can be an Everyday Genius®. MediaTek [TSE:2454] is headquartered in Taiwan and has offices worldwide. Please visit http://www.mediatek.com for more information.
MediaTek Press Office:
PR@mediatek.com
Kristin Taylor, MediaTek
+1-858-731-9270
2860 Junction Ave, San Jose, CA 95134, USA
Joey Lee, MediaTek
+886-3-567-0766 # 31602
No. 1, Dusing 1st Rd., Hsinchu Science Park, Hsinchu City 30078, Taiwan
IBM's Silicon Photonics Technology Ready to Speed up Cloud and Big Data Applications
YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, N.Y., May 12, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced a significant milestone in the development of silicon photonics technology, which enables silicon chips to use pulses of light instead of electrical signals over wires to move data at rapid speeds and longer distances in future computing systems.
For the first time, IBM engineers have designed and tested a fully integrated wavelength multiplexed silicon photonics chip, which will soon enable manufacturing of 100 Gb/s optical transceivers. This will allow datacenters to offer greater data rates and bandwidth for cloud computing and Big Data applications.
"Making silicon photonics technology ready for widespread commercial use will help the semiconductor industry keep pace with ever-growing demands in computing power driven by Big Data and cloud services," said Arvind Krishna, senior vice president and director of IBM Research. "Just as fiber optics revolutionized the telecommunications industry by speeding up the flow of data -- bringing enormous benefits to consumers -- we're excited about the potential of replacing electric signals with pulses of light. This technology is designed to make future computing systems faster and more energy efficient, while enabling customers to capture insights from Big Data in real time."
Silicon photonics uses tiny optical components to send light pulses to transfer large volumes of data at very high speed between computer chips in servers, large datacenters, and supercomputers, overcoming the limitations of congested data traffic and high-cost traditional interconnects. IBM's breakthrough enables the integration of different optical components side-by-side with electrical circuits on a single silicon chip using sub-100nm semiconductor technology.
IBM's silicon photonics chips uses four distinct colors of light travelling within an optical fiber, rather than traditional copper wiring, to transmit data in and around a computing system. In just one second, this new transceiver is estimated to be capable of digitally sharing 63 million tweets or six million images, or downloading an entire high-definition digital movie in just two seconds.
The technology industry is entering a new era of computing that requires IT systems and cloud computing services to process and analyze huge volumes of Big Data in real time, both within datacenters and particularly between cloud computing services. This requires that data be rapidly moved between system components without congestion. Silicon photonics greatly reduces data bottlenecks inside of systems and between computing components, improving response times and delivering faster insights from Big Data.
IBM's new CMOS Integrated Nano-Photonics Technology will provide a cost-effective silicon photonics solution by combining the vital optical and electrical components, as well as structures enabling fiber packaging, on a single silicon chip. Manufacturing makes use of standard fabrication processes at a silicon chip foundry, making this technology ready for commercialization.
Silicon photonics technology leverages the unique properties of optical communications, which include transmission of high-speed data over kilometer-scale distances, and the ability to overlay multiple colors of light within a single optical fiber to multiply the data volume carried, all while maintaining low power consumption. These characteristics combine to enable rapid movement of data between computer chips and racks within servers, supercomputers, and large datacenters, in order to alleviate the limitations of congested data traffic produced by contemporary interconnect technologies.
Silicon photonics will transform future datacenters
By moving information via pulses of light through optical fibers, optical interconnects are an integral part of contemporary computing systems and next generation datacenters. Computer hardware components, whether a few centimeters or a few kilometers apart, can seamlessly and efficiently communicate with each other at high speeds using such interconnects. This disaggregated and flexible design of datacenters will help reduce the cost of space and energy, while increasing performance and analysis capabilities for users ranging from social media companies to financial services to universities.
Most of the optical interconnect solutions employed within datacenters as of today are based upon vertical cavity surface emitting laser (VCSEL) technology, where the optical signals are transported via multimode optical fiber. Demands for increased distance and data rate between ports, due to cloud services for example, are driving the development of cost-effective single-mode optical interconnect technologies, which can overcome the bandwidth-distance limitations inherent to multimode VCSEL links.
IBM's CMOS Integrated Nano-Photonics Technology provides an economical solution to extend the reach and data rates of optical links. The essential parts of an optical transceiver, both electrical and optical, can be combined monolithically on one silicon chip, and are designed to work with with standard silicon chip manufacturing processes.
IBM engineers in New York and Zurich, Switzerland and IBM Systems Unit have demonstrated a reference design targeting datacenter interconnects with a range up to two kilometers. This chip demonstrates transmission and reception of high-speed data using four laser "colors," each operating as an independent 25 Gb/s optical channel. Within a full transceiver design, these four channels can be wavelength multiplexed on-chip to provide 100 Gb/s aggregate bandwidth over a duplex single-mode fiber, thus minimizing the cost of the installed fiber plant within the datacenter.
Further details will be presented by IBM at the 2015 Conference on Lasers and Electro Optics (May 10-15) in San Jose, California, during the invited presentation entitled "Demonstration of Error Free Operation Up To 32 Gb/s From a CMOS Integrated Monolithic Nano-Photonic Transmitter," by Douglas M. Gill, Chi Xiong, Jonathan E. Proesel, Jessie C. Rosenberg, Jason Orcutt, Marwan Khater, John Ellis-Monaghan, Doris Viens, Yurii Vlasov, Wilfried Haensch, and William M. J. Green.
IBM Research has been leading the development of silicon photonics for more than a decade, announcing a series of technology milestones beginning in 2006. Silicon photonics is among the efforts of IBM's $3 billion investment to push the limits of chip technology to meet the emerging demands of cloud and Big Data systems.
About IBM Research
Now in its 70th year, IBM Research continues to define the future of technology with more than 3,000 researchers in 12 labs located across six continents. IBM Research breakthroughs helped the company achieve an industry record 7,534 patents in 2014, marking the 22nd consecutive year IBM topped the annual list of U.S. patent recipients. Scientists from IBM Research have produced six Nobel Laureates, 10 U.S. National Medals of Technology, five U.S. National Medals of Science, six Turing Awards, 19 inductees in the National Academy of Sciences, and 20 inductees in the U.S. National Inventors Hall of Fame. For more information, visit http://www.research.ibm.com.
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