Cavium's 48 Core Workload-Optimized ThunderX_NT(TM) Processors Enable New Generation of Accelerated NFV, Edge and Core Networking Applications
Scalable Processors Deliver Highest Throughput and Efficiency for Secure COTS Server and Custom Platforms
SAN JOSE, Calif., April 27, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Cavium, Inc., (NASDAQ: CAVM), a leading provider of products that enable secure and intelligent processing for enterprise, data center, wired and wireless networking will demonstrate its 48-core, dual-socket capable ThunderX_NT(TM) family of ARMv8-A based processors with integrated security, networking and virtual flow accelerators. The demonstration will be showcased at Cavium's booth #2027 during INTEROP Conference, April 28-30th at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas.
Network Functions Virtualization (NFV) provides a standard-based approach to virtualizing a range of networking and telecom applications, thus enabling them to utilize common commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) hardware. Networking applications such as virtual application delivery controller (vADC), virtual unified threat management (vUTM), virtual router (vRouter), and virtual wireless LAN controller (vWLAN) are beginning to be deployed in NFV frameworks. However, the traditional processors used in COTS platforms lack the required packet throughput, low latency, integrated security and end-to-end virtualization resulting in poor TCO. This drives the need for a new generation of workload-optimized processor solutions that eliminates the bottleneck of current software only implementations.
The ThunderX_NT-based platforms benefit from the fine-grained control of large number of cores, integrated standard low latency Ethernet fabric, 10/40/100 GbE networking, end-to-end virtualization enabled through virtSoC(TM) technology, and integrated accelerators for packet processing, security, deep packet inspection and virtualization. The ThunderX_NT delivers these capabilities at much higher throughput and at significantly lower cost and power than existing COTS solutions. Additionally, the virtualized applications running on ThunderX_NT, that need high performance transaction security and centralized key management can offload this requirement to Cavium's recently introduced LiquidSecurity(TM) HSM family.
A typical NFV platform includes elements such as carrier grade operating system, carrier grade hypervisor/containers, Open vSwitch, OpenStack, OpenDaylight, Life-Cycle Management and a set of APIs for data plane acceleration and to integrate the various NFV elements. Cavium is a founding member of Open Platform for NFV (OPNFV) and also supports Linaro's industry-standard OpenDataPlane (ODP) initiative which provides near bare-metal performance for NFV applications.
"Enterprises, service providers and cloud data center operators are looking to gain the benefits and flexibility of virtualizing the network to manage dynamically changing workloads and massive data requirements," said Surya Hotha, Director of Product Line Marketing, Infrastructure Processor Group at Cavium. "The ThunderX_NT family provides the processing performance and flexibility by integrating a huge amount of compute along with targeted workload accelerators for secure low-latency networking into a power, space and cost-optimized form factor."
The ThunderX product family includes multiple workload optimized SKUs for next generation Data Center and Networking Applications including the ThunderX_NT for accelerated NFV and other networking applications in the cloud and telco data centers. The ThunderX processor family is fully compliant with ARMv8-A architecture specifications as well as ARM's SBSA and SBBR standards and is widely supported by industry leading Operating systems including MontaVista(TM), Wind River(TM), Ubuntu(TM), Fedora(TM), OpenSUSE(TM); Hypervisors such as XEN(TM) and KVM(TM); and software tool and application vendors.
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About Cavium
Cavium is a leading provider of highly integrated semiconductor products that enable intelligent processing in enterprise, data center, cloud and wired and wireless service provider applications. Cavium offers a broad portfolio of integrated, software-compatible processors ranging in performance from 100Mbps to 100Gbps that enable secure, intelligent functionality in enterprise, data-center, broadband/consumer and access and service provider equipment. Cavium's processors are supported by ecosystem partners that provide operating systems, tool support, reference designs and other services. Cavium's principal office is in San Jose, CA with design team locations in California, Massachusetts, India and China. For more information, please visit: http://www.cavium.com.
Cavium Delivers Optimized OpenWRT on OCTEON® III to Accelerate Retail/SMB Router Time to Market
Bringing Enterprise-level Performance, Functionality and Integrated Security to Retail/SMB Routers
SAN JOSE, Calif., April 27, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Cavium, Inc., (NASDAQ: CAVM), a leading provider of semiconductor products that enable intelligent processing for enterprise, data center, wired and wireless networking today announced that it has enabled the open source OpenWRT Linux distribution for embedded devices to run on the Cavium OCTEON III CN70/71XX 1 to 4 core processors. Cavium will demonstrate OpenWRT on the OCTEON III router/gateway reference design at Interop, Las Vegas, 2015 on booth 2027.
The feature-rich OpenWRT software package is performance-optimized for the Cavium CN71XX router/gateway reference board and will be included free of charge in the Router Reference Design Kit (RDK). This will enable ODMs/OEMs to significantly shorten hardware and software design cycles while delivering best-in-class home/SMB wireless routers and security appliance products. Optimized to leverage Cavium OCTEON III acceleration engines, the OpenWRT for OCTEON offers more CPU headroom for customized services, thereby reducing system costs. Compared to software-only solutions, the Cavium hardware acceleration enables line rate performance using far less CPU resource, 3 times better OpenVPN performance and 18 times better OpenSSL performance.
The OpenWRT for OCTEON includes the following features:
-- Optimized networking stack leveraging Cavium networking acceleration
engine
-- OpenVPN and OpenSSL packages accelerated by Cavium security acceleration
engines
-- Optional SNORT & Suricata IPS Security packages
-- Integrated 802.11a/b/g/n & 802.11ac Wi-Fi drivers
-- Support of 4G LTE USB modems
-- Easy and flexible configurations through web GUI interface
-- Support for Barrier Breaker and Chaos Calmer OpenWRT releases
"We are excited to bring together the powerful network processing capabilities of our quad core OCTEON SoCs, and the flexibility of the feature rich open source OpenWRT software. Our optimized implementation of OpenWRT, leveraging OCTEON's unique hardware accelerators for packet processing, QOS, DPI and security, turbocharges the performance. This enables our customers to rapidly deliver formidable enterprise class secure router to the SMB market," said Venkat Sundaresan, Director, Cavium Infrastructure Processor Group.
Several OEMs/ODMs are developing their latest products using the optimized OpenWRT software package, taking full advantage of the OCTEON III hardware accelerations.
"ITUS Networks has been working with Cavium to maximize the performance of our new Shield product line using OpenWRT and the Cavium OCTEON III processor, to provide Enterprise-class antivirus, intrusion prevention and content filtering for home and small business networks," said Daniel Ayoub, Founder and CEO of ITUS Networks.
The OCTEON III CN70XX/CN71XX families of Multi-Core cnMIPS64 Processors target high-end retail, SMB and entry-level enterprise platforms for networking, security, storage and control plane applications. The families integrate single to quad cnMIPS64 v3 cores with virtualization capabilities and hypervisor support. The highly-integrated SoCs also include a rich set of I/O's and Cavium's advanced hardware acceleration for deep packet inspection (DPI). The CN70XX/CN71XX families deliver the most optimized solution for power, performance, and price in next-generation applications.
The OpenWRT software for OCTEON III is open source and will be provided free of charge to Cavium's customers.
About Cavium, Inc.
Cavium (NASDAQ: CAVM) is a leading provider of highly integrated semiconductor products that enable intelligent processing in enterprise, data center, cloud and wired and wireless service provider applications. Cavium offers a broad portfolio of integrated, software-compatible processors ranging in performance from 100 Mbps to 100 Gbps that enable secure, intelligent functionality in enterprise, data-center, broadband/consumer and access and service provider equipment. Cavium's processors are supported by ecosystem partners that provide operating systems, tool support, reference designs and other services. Cavium's principal office is in San Jose, CA with design team locations in California, Massachusetts, India and China. For more information, please visit: http://www.cavium.com.
Wireless Industry Veterans Launch Kaipac InterOp Exchange To Provide Network Operations Intelligence
Cloud-based platform announced at PCIA Wireless Infrastructure Show
HOLLYWOOD, Fla., April 27, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Wireless industry veterans Jeff Pokonosky and Mickey Patton today announced the formation of a new specialty services company -- Kaipac -- to meet the critical needs of wireless network managers and field-service personnel who require actionable insight and Network Operations Intelligence (NOI) to optimize network health.
Pokonosky, a former Qualcomm executive and the founder of WiggleWireless, and Patton, the CEO of Clear C2, announced Kaipac's formation at The PCIA Wireless Infrastructure Show 2015 being held here this week. The company will offer what Patton and Pokonosky call "Communications for the Communications industry."
Kaipac's all-cloud-based InterOp Exchange (IOX) platform provides telecommunications and wireless operators, and companies within the ecosystem, with the best in class Network Operations Intelligence necessary to maintain optimum health across their networks. InterOp Exchange aggregates, collates and transmits data over a secure network, enabling companies to collaborate remotely on preventive maintenance tasks, work orders and trouble tickets.
Kaipac's IOX streamlines data sharing and workforce-collaboration communications between network operators and their vendors, enabling the sharing of time sensitive, proprietary data related to network health and system optimization.
"We're closing a communications gap between manufacturers, vendors, operators and integrators," said Pokonosky, Kaipac's CEO. "We accomplish that by offering a solution that provides secure access to the proper information set needed to cure network problems by fostering near real-time communications between all parties."
"Today, fixed line and wireless operators work with many suppliers who deliver hardware, software and services that keep the networks running. In too many situations, when a problem occurs in the field, the truck roll is the first action taken, and it's an expensive one," he said.
"Industry attention is on reducing capital expense. Yet, at the same time, we see costly communications delays between operators, integrators, services providers and vendors of disparate systems which directly impacts the bottom line," Pokonosky said. "Kaipac's IOX solution provides everyone in the ecosystem the critical information they need to, more efficiently, maintain optimum network health."
About Kaipac
Kaipac delivers "Communications for the Communications industry," enabling wireline and wireless operators to quickly overcome costly communications delays which impact the health of a mobile network and the experience of the subscriber when they occur between operators, integrators, services providers and vendors. Based in Dallas, Kaipac is privately held.
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Soap Inc. Announces Availability of First Total Home Automation Application That Will Ultimately Connect All Network Devices Under One Single App
Easy-to-use interface lets users control devices from a single app with their smart phone or tablet
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., April 27, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Soap Inc., developer of unified home-based automation technology, today announced the retail availability of its Soap Home app that unites users' home automation devices such as lights and thermostats, while also connecting their computers, tablets and phones.
Soap is introducing the first single user app that communicates with the hub users already own such as a Netgear or Linksys router--no new hardware is needed. Soap currently allows users to control the following:
-- Nest Thermostat Management: including fan, heating/cooling settings and
remote management.
-- Nest Protect Management: including carbon monoxide/smoke detection,
battery level and check.
-- Philips Hue Control: including on/off function, management of multiple
hue lights and color selection.
-- LIFX Bulb Control: including on/off function, management of multiple hue
lights and color selection.
Through an easy step-by-step process, Soap Home app users can set up and manage multiple brands and devices by different vendors--from anywhere in the world. Users can go to soapapp.us to find a recommended set of devices that will automate their home with a few simple clicks.
In addition to the companies Soap currently works with listed above, new additions will be made including Wink, LightWave RF, ecobee, Iris, Dropcam, Honeywell, Insteon and Homeboy.
Soap Home is available for download at the Apple App Store for a limited time 99 cent price by visiting https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/soap-home/id982664755?mt=8. Android versions and other updates will be rolled out in the coming months.
"Our goal is to help people simplify the technology they use every day," said Brandon Jones, co-founder of Soap Inc. "Users of our app will discover new ease-of-use when it comes to control of their home automation world that has never been available before."
About Soap Inc.
Founded in 2013, Soap Inc. develops next-generation, unified smart home technology. Located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Soap Inc. is dedicated to providing intelligent technology that simplifies the lives of its customers. For more information, visit http://www.soapapp.us
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NEW YORK, April 27, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- When you mention companies who have developed wearable devices, most of the names that come up are US companies, such as Jawbone, Fitbit, etc. However, there are Chinese companies that also show a strong interest in this new wave of products. A company called QinMi has even stepped out of China's boundaries to show its stuff in Times Square, NYC, in order to try and go international with their own brand.
This Chinese, Shenzhen-based startup has an impressive smart watch that focuses on family care and communication. Within its 9mm thick, solid stainless steel frame, this smart watch contains the technology to detect the wearer's location through the use of Wi-Fi or GPS, requiring only low power consumption, thanks to the use of context awareness technology. With the push of a single button, you open up new ways to connect with your family who use QinMi social apps. Regardless of who is wearing the watch or who is using the app, this creative product helps keep families together and in touch.
When people talk about Shenzhen, people think about the term "ShanZhai," which is another word for copy. However this Shenzhen startup wants to change the stereotypes that surround it with its own innovations. At the very least, they make a good effort.
Two World-Class Brands Deepen the Partnership as Harman Flagship Store Moves in to the TCL Tower
SHENZHEN, China, April 27, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- On the morning of April 23, 2015, the TCL Tower inHigh-tech Industrial Park <http://www.shenzhenparty.com/place/business-services/high-tech-industrial-park-nansha> ofShenzhen, China welcomed a new tenant, the flagship store of Harman International inShenzhen, which was officially opened in the TCL Tower with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. As its sister store, the TCL O2O flagship store was also set up the same day. TCL Corporation's ChairmanLi Dongsheng and Harman International's ChairmanDinesh Paliwal attended the ceremony together, representing the start of a comprehensive partnership between the two corporations.
<http://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20150427/0861503341> TCL Corporationâs Chairman Li Dongsheng and Harman Internationalâs Chairman Dinesh Paliwal attended the ceremony together, representing the start of a comprehensive partnership between the two corporations. Li Dongsheng remarked during the ribbon-cutting ceremony that the two corporations had always maintained a deep collaboration, with substantial progress being made between Harman and TCL's four business areas including TV, cellphone, Tonly OEM, and O2O. Opened up at the same time, the two stores of TCL and Harman will partner as the world-class video and audio companies to bring the most advanced consumer electronic innovations to the local customers. Â
As a globally leading audio and infotainment company, Harman develops and produces professional audio electronic products and infotainment systems for various markets, ranging from auto markets, consumer markets, to professional audio markets. Over the past few years, Harman has already established a strong partnership with TCL Corporation, a global manufacturer of smart products and provider of Internet application services. With the firm presence in TV and communications industries for years, TCL Corporation was the first TV manufacturer ofChina to engage in an all-round brand collaboration with Harman Kardon, a noted section of Harman International. Â
The comprehensive partnership between TCL and Harman is mainly in the form of retail collaboration and product collaboration. In terms of retail collaboration, Harman plans to create an online flagship store bearing its name on TCL's e-commerce platform and identify TCL as its only e-commerce partner. Harman will also provide on-site product supports in 100 high-quality TCL stores. And in terms of product collaboration, Harman have been providing diversified product customization services for TCL products, as shown in the acoustics functions of TCL's H8800 curved quantum dot TV and Idol X3 cellphone launched this month. In addition, the JBL (a top brand under Harman) earbuds loved by audio purists all over the world are set to become the standard accessories for TCL phones. With any one of the TCL phones, the customers could be equipped with the purest audio and the ultimate audio & video experience whenever and wherever possible.Â
"Providing products and services with the ultimate experience" is the TCL Corporation's vision and also an essential part of its transformation strategy -- the "Double +" strategy (namely the "Intelligence + Internet" strategy and "Product + Services" strategy). Facing the challenges of the Internet era, TCL declares its insistence on the innovations of technologies and products, with its operation focus switched from merely products to user experience, which is to be illustrated through its keep-furthering partnership with Harman.
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PESEUX, Switzerland, April 27, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --
Launched at the Basel Fair 2014, BOLT-68 shortly became the major collection of
BOMBERG with its patented bayonet system that turns your exclusive timepiece into a
masculine pocket watch.
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From the flashy colour of BOLT-68 NEON to the mad design of BOLT-68 SKULL BADASS, the
collection will travel from Vegas to Macau with two timepieces inspired from the casino
world, the BOLT-68 GAMBLER.
The BOLT-68 SAMURAI gives you a taste of Asia, and incorporates the elegance of the
Japanese culture, whereas BOLT-68 FALCON transports us straight into the middle of an
ardent desert.
All new BOLT-68 come with a medallion and a chain that have been sculpted as if they
were a real piece of art.
ABOUT BOMBERG
BOMBERG is a newcomer to the World of Watches, first seeing the light of day in 2012
in Neuchatel, the cradle of the Swiss watchmaking industry. But don't let this fool you;
the brand has big ambitions and a clear message: BOMBERG is different.
"Creativity is the ability to think outside the box" according to Rick De La Croix,
Chairman of BOMBERG. His vision is to create and establish a longstanding watch brand with
international exposure - creating a new uncontested market space rather than competing in
an existing one; a brand that doesn't focus on its potential competitors, but rather on
the needs and desires of its target community, capturing demand as it happens.
Swiss made, strong, distinguished and unconventional, the collections reinterpret and
completely overturn classic watchmaking rules to create unusual timepieces. The brand's
intention confirms its ability to reinvent the image in this industry. Through its quality
and the particular attention given to every detail, the collections BOLT-68 and 1968 take
the wrist watch to a new level opening up new horizons for its trend-setting wearer.
Stephanie Fleury
International Marketing Director
BOMBERG
A division of Park Lane Partners SA
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Switzerland
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Marvell Extends Lead in Android Set-top Box Segment with Launch of ARMADA 1500 Ultra Platform for 4K Entertainment
New comprehensive multi-media SoC solution enables global set-top box manufacturers and PayTV operators to accelerate mass deployment of cost-effective Ultra HD devices
SANTA CLARA, Calif. and LONDON, April 27, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Marvell (NASDAQ: MRVL) - a worldwide leader in providing complete silicon solutions from mobile communications to storage, Internet of Things (IoT), cloud infrastructure, digital entertainment, in-home content delivery and Kinoma® software enabling the "Smart Life and Smart Lifestyle" - today added the ARMADA® 1500 Ultra (88DE3218) system-on-chip (SoC) to its award-winning ARMADA 1500 family. The ARMADA 1500 Ultra's Quad Core 14K DMIPS ARM A53 CPU, 8-core GPU, carrier-grade security and state-of-the-art power management techniques are designed to enable PayTV operators and set-top box (STB) manufacturers to cost-effectively deliver small form factor devices with feature-rich 4K entertainment and gaming services to their subscribers. With its 64-bit ARM CPU, Marvell is the first silicon provider to bring the 64-bit ARM architecture both to the mobile and the payTV segments, thereby enabling the unification of the application developer ecosystem.
"I am very proud of our close collaboration with global leading service operators to bring Ultra HD, PayTV and over-the-top services to their subscribers," said Weili Dai, President and Co-Founder of Marvell. "As consumers increasingly demand cutting-edge home entertainment experiences that include access to high-quality, 4K digital content, it is critical that operators offer compelling entertainment services from multiple sources with uncompromised image quality at an affordable cost. At Marvell, it is our passion and commitment to deliver breakthrough technologies that enable our customers and partners to better the lives of all consumers."
"Through Marvell's and Verimatrix's collaboration, the ARMADA 1500 Ultra platform integrates VCAS Ultra, providing a proven revenue security solution for premium UHD services and advanced hybrid network deployments with innovative features such as integrated VideoMark forensic watermarking," said Petr Peterka, CTO at Verimatrix. "By integrating the hardware-based VideoMark watermark technology into the ARMADA 1500, Marvell has created an integrated multi-layer security architecture that will enhance the revenue security of premium content and ensure compliance with UHD premium service delivery requirements."
The ARMADA 1500 Ultra offers a complete platform solution for operators, providing support for video SoCs, Wi-Fi and Internet of Things services. Marvell's leading video processing IP includes an enhanced Qdeo® Video Processor that addresses the Ultra HD content services being launched by PayTV operators for an immersive TV experience. With its quad-core ARM A53 64-bit CPU and 51 GFLOP GPU, the ARMADA 1500 Ultra's innovative architecture combines impressive processing power in an astonishingly small package, which is four times smaller than other SoCs on the market, enabling powerful and aesthetically appealing compact STB designs. The SoC also features a sophisticated security processor supporting leading conditional access systems (CAS) solutions from Verimatrix to meet the strict standards of service operators and content partners, building on Marvell's legacy of supporting the first Android STB with CAS.
Key features of the ARMADA 1500 Ultra HD SoC include:
-- 2160p60 10 bit HEVC & VP9 Video Decode, 1080p PiP and transcoding with
patented scaling techniques for best-in-class video experience
-- Up to 14K DMIPs (1.5 GHz) Quad Core ARM A53 64-bit CPU allows operators
to deploy rich media/web-based TV applications and Android TV services
for an enhanced viewing experience
-- 8 core GPU, 8 shader Vivante GC7000XS with hardware tessellation and
geometry shaders optimized for the Android gaming ecosystem enables
operators to deploy compelling gaming services to TV subscribers
-- Robust security engine, trusted rendering path with TrustZone, and
hardware support for video watermarking technologies such as Verimatrix
VideoMark and Civolution NexGuard
-- Strong portfolio of SDKs including Android TV and RDK enables service
providers to quickly deploy a wider library of content and applications
across all screens. Marvell SDKs have been proven in multiple
generations of Android set-top boxes deployed since 2012.
-- Marvell's advanced Wi-Fi and Bluetooth solutions, the Avastar® 88W8897
(2x2 11ac) and 88W8864 (4x4 11ac)
Marvell will be demonstrating the ARMADA 1500 Ultra at TV Connect 2015 in Marvell's booth MR30. TV Connect is being held in London at ExCeL London from April 28-30, 2015.
About Marvell
Marvell (NASDAQ: MRVL) is a global leader in providing complete silicon solutions and Kinoma software enabling the "Smart Life and Smart Lifestyle." From mobile communications to storage, Internet of Things (IoT), cloud infrastructure, digital entertainment and in-home content delivery, Marvell's diverse product portfolio aligns complete platform designs with industry-leading performance, security, reliability and efficiency. At the core of the world's most powerful consumer, network and enterprise systems, Marvell empowers partners and their customers to always stand at the forefront of innovation, performance and mass appeal. By providing people around the world with mobility and ease of access to services adding value to their social, private and work lives, Marvell is committed to enhancing the human experience.
As used in this release, the term "Marvell" refers to Marvell Technology Group Ltd. and its subsidiaries. For more information, please visit http://www.Marvell.com.
Marvell, the M logo, ARMADA, Qdeo, Avastar and Kinoma are registered trademarks of Marvell and/or its affiliates. Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others.
LAS VEGAS, April 24, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- The world's largest film technology conference and exhibition, CinemaCon took place this week in Las Vegas. This year's most important cinema technology event was not only dedicated to Hollywood movie releases, the catwalks on the red carpet, or the film and content production companies, but also the cutting-edge high-tech equipment maker's debut at this exhibition. The leaders in laser display technology; CFG - Appotronics Digital Cinema Technology Co. Ltd (CFG Appo) and Barco both displayed their proprietary ALPD® laser display cinema projectors at this exhibition, which drew prominent attention and applause from theatre owners and projector makers alike.
ALPD® is a disruptive laser technology offering brighter image and substantial cost savings. It significantly enhances 3D film brightness and offers a unique 3D viewing experience. Further, ALPD provides seamless support to polarized 3D systems including high gain silver screens, which enhances the moviegoer's experience in viewing 3D content up to 10 foot lambert on the screen.
ALPD® laser technology has solved the long existing RGB laser related speckle issue, which caused serious image quality and degradation. As a result, ALPD® laser technology offers a speckle free bright image with a cost efficient, reliable and compact design for the projection industry.
"ALPD® laser technology fully supports DCI standard and meets the required color performance, and its color uniformity and contrast specifications outperform all lamp based projectors. In addition the power consumption of the ALPD® laser projection system is 50% lower than Xeon and RGB laser." Thereby making ALPD the leader in industry transformation focused on the replacement of lamp based projectors.
The CEO of CFG Appo, Dr. Yi Li, shared a brief history of ALPD laser technology development during a CinemaCon press conference. It all started in Silicon Valley more than 10 years ago, where a group of scientists led by Dr. Yi Li dedicated themselves to making a breakthrough in the solid state lighting frontier, for replacing lamp based projection system. After several years of tireless efforts they succeeded in developing a laser phosphor light source which is the fundamental technology behind ALPD laser.
CFG Appo leads the cinema world into the laser age
The Chinese film industry is leading the transformation into ALPD laser technology and CFG has been in the forefront of adopting the ALPD laser projectors, thereby giving the Chinese movie goers a head start, who have already enjoyed the crispy images of laser light source for a year. Mr. Lin, General Manager of CFG, sponsored the premiere of "Transformers: Age of Extinction" in June 2014 at China Film International Movie Club of OCT Bay in Shenzhen, China. This year CFG Appo is sponsoring the premier of "Fast & Furious 7" in Lumiere Cinema Beijing with ALPD® laser technology.
During 2015 CFG Appo plans to make retrofit installations at 300 ALPD® laser light modules at selected cinema screens nationwide in China and in 2016, it plans to substantially expand the installation of ALPD® laser technology to 3000 screens worldwide.
The cinema industry experts present at CinemaCon were very impressed by the ALPD® laser project or demonstration, one expert stated that, "ALPD® laser technology is truly a disruptive force for the projector light source, and it outdates other projection light source in just a blink of eye." CFEC, Mr. Lin Ming Jie concurred with the experts opinion and further added that he is very proud of the ALPD technology, which was created and developed in CFG Appo and has brought an enhanced movie experience to Chinese viewers, that could be duplicated in other countries soon.
About THX Ltd.:
Founded by George Lucas 30 years ago and recognized by audiences around the globe, THX is synonymous with the certification of world-class cinemas and recording studios, premium audio systems for home and automotive applications along with high definition and 4K displays. THX develops and licenses new technologies and specifications for audio and video applications.
For more information on THX please visit http://www.thx.com.
About Appotronics:
Appotronics was originally founded in Silicon Valley in 2004 and is headquartered in Shezhen, China since 2010. Appotronics is a prominent global designer and developer of laser phosphor based light module for ultra bright light applications and holds more than 500 patents in the laser phosphor technology area. ALPD® developed by Appotronics has been widely used in various display applications, including the world 1st 100" laser TV introduced by LG electronics in 2013 CES. Appotronics recently developed and introduced the brightest laser phosphor module for digital cinema projectors and is leading the transformation of lamp based cinema projectors to cutting-edge laser phosphor based digital cinema projectors.
Re-Order Past Meals and Check Order Status with New App for Apple Watch
NEW YORK and CHICAGO, April 24, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- GrubHub, the nation's leading online and mobile food ordering and delivery service, today launched its Seamless App for Apple Watch. Also announced today are the company's plans to release a GrubHub app for Apple Watch in the near future.
The Seamless App for Apple Watch will give users instant access to re-ordering capabilities, with payment and other specific order details auto-populated from previous orders. The GrubHub App will be available for download in the coming weeks and allow diners to receive order status updates and notifications directly on the Apple Watch. Reordering capabilities will be rolled out in future GrubHub App updates.
"For more than 5 million active diners, convenience and ease-of-use are among our platform's greatest benefits," said GrubHub's Chief Technology Officer, Brian Lanier. "With roughly half of all orders coming in through mobile devices, the Seamless App for Apple Watch allows us to expand our on-the-go offerings, making it even easier for diners to order their next great meal and check the status of their orders, whenever, wherever."
To download the free Seamless App for Apple Watch, visit the App Store for Apple Watch. To find takeout restaurants available in your area, check out Seamless.com or GrubHub.com, and for more information on GrubHub and its portfolio of brands, please visit http://media.grubhub.com.
About GrubHub
GrubHub (NYSE: GRUB) is one of the nation's largest portfolios of online and mobile takeout food ordering and delivery services. Connecting diners to more than 35,000 restaurants in 800 U.S. cities and London, the company's platforms and services strive to make takeout better through innovative restaurant technology, easy-to-use platforms and an improved delivery experience. The GrubHub portfolio of brands includes GrubHub, Seamless, AllMenus, MenuPages, Restaurants on the Run and DiningIn.
Good news for iPad artists: Procreate 2.3 now supports the Intuos Creative Stylus 2
VANCOUVER, Wash., April 24, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Creating art on the iPad has just gotten a little bit more exciting with Wacom and Savage today announcing the compatibility of Procreate 2.3 with the Intuos Creative Stylus 2. Wacom designed this powerful pressure-sensitive stylus with the creative professional in mind, and Savage's Procreate is the application of choice of many artists when it comes to drawing and illustration on the iPad, so a natural creative synergy was waiting to exist. Customers long hoped to pair the precision and natural feel of the Intuos Creative Stylus with the powerful and fluid tools of Procreate. This creative vision is now a reality due to the collaborative efforts of the Wacom and Procreate teams.
The Intuos Creative Stylus 2 will be supported in Procreate 2.3 on all compatible iPads. Users of the iPad Air 2 can connect and use all the features of the Intuos Creative Stylus 2 in Procreate 2.3, but it will remain officially unsupported. Savage and Wacom will continue to work together to improve and expand compatibility with the iPad Air 2. Other exciting additions to Procreate version 2.3 include the all-new Light Interface, along with stability upgrades and bug fixes from previous editions. The integration in Procreate is an important addition to the selection of supported apps with the Intuos Creative Stylus 2, and both teams look forward to seeing what their customers are creating with their newly compatible tools.
About Wacom
Founded in 1983, Wacom is a global company based in Japan (Tokyo Stock Exchange 6727) with subsidiaries and affiliate offices around the world to support marketing and distribution in over 150 countries. Wacom's vision to bring people and technology closer together through natural interface technologies has made it the world's leading manufacturer of interactive pen tablets and displays as well as of digital styli and solutions for saving and processing digital signatures. The advanced technology of Wacom's intuitive input devices has been used to create some of the most exciting digital art, films, special effects, fashion and designs around the world and provides business and home users with their leading interface technology to express their personality.
Millions of people worldwide use the wireless and battery free pressure sensitive digital pen technology to operate their smartphones, media tablets or desktop computers and express their individual creativity. The company offers its products also as OEM solutions to leading manufacturers serving incremental markets. Wacom's interface technology, called Wacom feel IT technologies, is also offered as an integrated solution to strategic partners. Most Tablet PC manufacturers count on the advanced features and reliability of the brand to deliver a superior user interface experience.
About Savage
Savage Interactive are the developers of the multi-award-winning illustration software Procreate for iPad. First released in 2011, Procreate has a unique combination of intuitive design, fluid speed and raw power, allowing artists to create exceptional digital art anywhere. Since winning an Apple Design Award in 2013, Procreate has become one of the most favoured mobile tools in the creative industry. In 2014, Savage released the highly-anticipated Procreate Pocket for iPhone, packing the power of Procreate into the device that's always on you.
Savage Interactive is a team of seven based in Tasmania, Australia, focused on creating high-performance tools for creative people.
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Gameloft Unveils New Features Allowing 4 of Its Games to Interact with the Apple Watch
The Apple Watch Apps for Asphalt 8: Airborne, Dragon Mania Legends, Modern Combat 5: Blackout and Brothers in Arms 3: Sons of War will be available on April 24th
PARIS, April 24, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --
Gameloft, a leading publisher of digital and social games, is announcing the release
of Apple Watch Apps for Asphalt 8: Airborne, Dragon Mania Legends, Modern Combat 5:
Blackout and Brothers in Arms 3: Sons of War. Each of these Apple Watch Apps will allow
users to interact from their Apple Watch(TM) to their iPhone(R) and offer
never-before-seen features.
These new Apple Watch Apps will allow players to receive notifications about new
events, track their progress in the game or collect resources (Dragon Mania Legends) from
their Apple Watch. In addition, Modern Combat 5: Blackout will offer character
customization options from their Apple Watch. Players can dive into battle with their new
character on their Apple device.
Gameloft was the first publisher to release 6 games when the App Store opened its
virtual doors on July 9, 2008 and continues to be one of the first developers to market to
release games perfectly optimized for each new iOS platform at launch.
"We're thrilled to innovate alongside Apple and to be on the Apple Watch as soon as it
launches in order to offer an innovative way to interact with our games," states Gonzague
de Vallois, Senior Vice President Publishing at Gameloft. "Thanks to these new features,
we will continue to highlight our unique development approach and creativity. Gameloft is
present on the best digital platforms, now more than ever."
The Apple Watch Apps for Asphalt 8: Airborne, Dragon Mania Legends, Modern Combat 5:
Blackout and Brothers in Arms 3: Sons of War will be available to download through future
updates starting April 24.
A leading publisher of digital and social games, Gameloft(R) has established itself as
one of the top innovators in its field since 2000. Gameloft creates games for all digital
platforms, including mobile phones, smartphones and tablets (including Apple(R) iOS,
Android(R) and Windows(R) devices), set-top boxes and connected TVs. Gameloft operates its
own established franchises such as Asphalt(R), Order & Chaos, Modern Combat or Dungeon
Hunter and also partners with major rights holders including Universal, Illumination
Entertainment, Disney(R), Marvel(R), Hasbro(R), Fox Digital Entertainment, Mattel(R) and
Ferrari(R).
Gameloft is present on all continents, distributes its games in over 100 countries and
employs over 5,200 developers.
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Big Fish Launches Two New Games for the Apple Watch
SEATTLE, April 24, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Big Fish Games, one of the world's largest producers and distributors of mobile games, is excited to announce two new games for Apple Watch, launching on April 24, 2015. These games take advantage of this innovative form factor and explore new frontiers of casual entertainment. With Apple Watch it is possible to create fun and meaningful game interactions that last mere seconds, but engage players throughout the day, connecting the game world to the real world in a more immersive way than ever before.
Big Fish Games is one of the first developers to create multiple games that are designed from the ground up to support the innovative features of Apple Watch. Big Fish will be launching its first two games with new and unique designs, in very different genres:
Lifeline... - Lifeline is a totally new experience: a playable story enabled by the iPhone and Apple Watch. Acclaimed writer Dave Justus (Fables: The Wolf Among Us) weaves a gripping tale through the aftermath of a crash landing on an alien moon. Playing out in real time, you will stay in communication with Taylor through notifications on your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch, making life or death decisions and facing the consequences together. Will your choices keep Taylor alive until rescue arrives?
Poll Party - Can you guess what people like? In Poll Party, global polls run throughout the day and your job is to bet on the results. What do players prefer, Facebook or Twitter? Who's the better hero, Batman or Superman? Is your peanut butter crunchy or creamy? Bet big to win big, see how you stand on the leaderboards, and beat your friends for bragging rights. Write your own polls and see how the world responds! With your Apple Watch you can answer polls and make your bets with a quick tap on your wrist, and see your results as soon as they come in. Who would win in a fight: pirates or ninjas?
"With Apple Watch, Big Fish is excited to push the limits of this technology and create innovative new game play experiences. We love making games that our players love to play, and this is an exciting new platform to explore," stated Colin Liotta, General Manager of 3 Minute Games, a Big Fish studio.
Big Fish plans to continue developing these titles and more as this new platform grows and evolves. Each of these games will be playable on iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch on April 24, 2015.
About Big Fish
Founded in 2002, Big Fish is one of the world's largest producers and distributors of mobile games, delivering fun to hundreds of millions of people around the world. Big Fish has distributed more than 2.5 billion games to customers in 150 countries from a growing catalogue of 450+ unique mobile games and 3,500+ unique PC games. Big Fish transformed from a leading PC game producer to a top grossing mobile publisher worldwide with a portfolio that includes top 10 grossing hit apps like Big Fish Casino and Gummy Drop!. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Churchill Downs Incorporated and is headquartered in Seattle, WA, with regional offices in Oakland, CA, and Luxembourg.
Zola Revolutionizes the Wedding Industry With A First-Of-Its-Kind Registry App for Apple Watch
Receive gifts directly to your wrist from anywhere in the world
NEW YORK, April 24, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Zola, an innovative wedding registry designed for the modern couple, is making it even easier for the newly engaged to keep track of their wedding gifts with the launch of its groundbreaking Apple Watch App.
Seamlessly integrated across desktop and mobile, the new Apple Watch extension gives users the flexibility to track and manage gifts directly from their wrist. Designed for the always-on-the-go generation, the Zola App provides an innovative and hassle-free experience that puts the fun back in wedding planning.
"Our vision was to design this app around one of the happiest moments of a registry journey - the moment you receive a gift from a loved one," said Nobu Nakaguchi, Co-founder and Chief Design Officer of Zola. "Through the Gift Tracker feature on our Apple Watch app, users can experience that rush of excitement every time they get a new gift."
Special features include:
-- NEW GIFT NOTIFICATIONS: Actionable Notifications will alert you when you
receive a new gift from your Zola wedding registry in real-time.
-- GIFT TRACKER: Find a comprehensive list of every gift you have received
to-date with detailed information including the gift giver's name, date
and quantity purchased, total gift value and current delivery status.
-- SHIPMENT & DELIVERY MANAGER: Determine when and how you want your gifts
delivered. Choose to ship now, send later, virtually exchange or
transfer to cash funds.
-- WEDDING COUNTDOWN: Up-to-date countdown to your wedding day on your
Glance screen.
The Apple Watch launch is the latest mobile product from Zola, a company that believes in the importance of technological innovation to meet the ever-changing needs of its users. The Zola iPhone App was launched in April 2014 and was designed to give newly engaged couples an experience that keeps up with their modern lives and fits into their daily routine.
"Engaged couples registered on Zola are tech savvy, lead busy lives, and the large majority of them use Zola via the iPhone app," said Zola CEO and Co-Founder Shan-Lyn Ma. "The launch of the Apple Watch app builds upon Zola's commitment to re-inventing the wedding registry to meet the ever-changing needs of today's always-connected couple."
About Zola
Designed for the modern couple, Zola (http://www.zola.com), is a new kind of wedding registry website that combines e-commerce, a beautiful customizable interface and total flexibility to provide couples and wedding guests with a next generation hassle-free registry experience. Zola is the only site that allows engaged couples to register in one place for thoughtfully curated merchandise, experiences, services, cash and honeymoon funds plus anything from any store on the web. Unique capabilities such as Send It Later, Gift Tracker, Group Gifting, Virtual Exchange and integrated mobile access allow couples to create the registry of their dreams that reflects their personal taste and story.
JumpStart® Launches School Of Dragons Expansion Pack - Icestorm Island
Game's First Expansion Pack Features Brand New Storylines & Viking Quests, Plus An Exclusive Dragon
TORRANCE, Calif., April 24, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- JumpStart®, the leader in learning-based games for kids, today announced the release of Icestorm Island, the first-ever expansion pack for its wildly successful multiplayer game School of Dragons. With never before seen content and an exclusive baby dragon, Icestorm Island offers 50 quests for players to uncover the ancient secrets of this icy new world. Based on DreamWorks Animation's How to Train Your Dragon franchise, School of Dragons has gained international popularity since its launch in July 2013. The learning-based game lets players embark on educational adventures alongside Hiccup, Toothless, and their favorite heroes from Berk.
"This is first release of its kind for School of Dragons as we continue to expand the brand and to deliver exciting new content to its 16 million players across the globe," said David Jaloza, the producer of School of Dragons. "As expansion packs become increasingly popular with fans of deep MMO style games, our team is responding with Icestorm Island, which serves up a seamless integration of learning-based content with compelling story lines. It's teaching kids core science concepts as they explore the Arctic with their favorite DreamWorks Dragon characters."
The Icestorm Island journey takes players deep into the Arctic where they are introduced to a Groncicle, a new baby dragon (exclusive to the expansion pack), who is struggling to thrive in the School of Dragons world. Vikings must venture out to find a more suitable home for the Groncicle in Icestorm Island. Led by an Archaeologist, players explore ancient ruins and Arctic caves, unearth the secrets and unlock the mysteries hidden within the ever-expanding School of Dragons universe.
As players journey from the Northern Lights to the depths of the Arctic ecosystem, the game incorporates core educational concepts in the areas of life, earth, and physical sciences, plus engineering technology. Icestorm Island covers 20 Next Generation Scientific Standards with its quests and expanded Field Guide.
ABOUT JUMPSTART
JumpStart® is the leader in learning-based games for kids. The reality is that kids today seek entertainment through gaming, yet the vast majority of kids' games do absolutely nothing to inspire their minds through learning. JumpStart changes that paradigm and brings a learning edge through epically fun gameplay. Because of the company's long history of excellence in providing learning-based products parents and families trust, world-renowned brands like DreamWorks Animation partner with JumpStart to develop various educational mobile and web-based games. To date, the company has released several critically-acclaimed titles, including Madagascar Preschool Surf N' Slide(TM) and School of Dragons®, the ever-popular educational massively multiplayer online role-playing game. A subsidiary of Knowledge Holdings, Inc., the company is privately held and based in Torrance, CA. For more information, visit http://www.JumpStart.com, like us on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/JumpStart), or follow us on Twitter (http://www.twitter.com/JumpStart3D).
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Pix-Star, the Photo Frame with an Email Address, Can Now Receive Audio Files
HONG KONG, April 24, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Pix-Star, the company that first made it possible to send photos and short video clips directly to digital photo frames via email, has done it again: The award-winning Pix-Star photo frame (https://www.pix-star.com/) can now receive audio messages sent from the Android, iPad, and iPhone Pix-star app.
With the addition of audio receiving capability, Pix-Star becomes the only frame on the market that can receive all multimedia files--photos, video, audio--from email or the Pix-Star app.
It's a distinction that makes Pix-Star the frame of choice for those who want to bridge the technology gap with older loved ones. Want to give Grandma the grandkids' latest school pictures? Email them to her Pix-Star frame. Would Grandpa enjoy seeing his grandson's first baseball game? Surprise him by sending the video right to his frame. Milestone anniversary coming up? Send them a fun audio clip of the whole family wishing them a happy anniversary.
"The possibilities are endless," explained Herve Robin, CEO of Pix-Star parent company Spheris Digital Ltd. "In designing Pix-Star frames, we really wanted to create something that would facilitate family connections across the miles and generations. Being able to send audio clips right to a loved one's frame lets them share in life's milestones and shortens the distance between family members."
Available in 10.4- or 15-inch sizes, Pix-Star Wi-Fi frames are cloud-connected, enabling them to access photos on Facebook, Picasa, Flickr, Smugmug, Google Plus, OneDrive, Dropbox, and other cloud-based applications. Photo, video and audio files can be emailed directly to the frame, or sent from a smart phone with the Pix-Star app. Users can even set their photos to music by streaming Internet radio to the Pix-Star frame. The 10.4-inch frame can store up to 20,000 photos; the 15-inch frame can store up to 15,000.
Because Pix-Star is dedicated to ensuring customer satisfaction for the life of its frames, audio and video receiving capabilities are available not just on brand-new Pix-Star frames, but also on all Pix-Star frames sold after November 1, 2014.
"We want Pix-Star to be an extension of the family, to help fill the spaces in between visits with the people our customers hold dear," said Robin. "In order to do that, we focus on providing the highest quality product and customer service. We are constantly introducing new features to the Pix-Star frame, and we don't charge anything extra for the email service or Cloud storage, which is unlimited, as well as on the upgraded features on frames purchased after November 1, 2014. It's just the right way to do business."
In the U.S., Pix-Star frames are available on Amazon, Frys.com, Sears.com, Hermanstreet.com, and directly from Pix-Star.com. Canada, Ireland, the U.K., Spain and France, Pix-Star frames can be purchased on Amazon or from Pix-Star.com.
About Pix-Star
Pix-Star, owned by Spheris Digital Ltd., has been designing, manufacturing, and selling connected photo frames since 2007. With more than two decades of combined experience in telecom, software and Web design, Pix-Star team members have long been involved in the development of products and concepts combining wireless technology and innovative Web service applications. Pix-Star products are designed to help friends and loved ones easily share life's milestones and day-to-day happenings. Learn more at https://www.pix-star.com/
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OpenTable's Glance provides reservation details and navigation to the restaurant; Actionable Notification prompts diners to Pay with OpenTable
SAN FRANCISCO, April 24, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- OpenTable, the world's leading provider of online restaurant reservations and part of The Priceline Group (NASDAQ: PCLN), today released its app experience for Apple Watch.
"We're excited to be one of the first apps available for Apple Watch and eager to continue to build upon this foundation," said Jocelyn Mangan, Senior Vice President of Product Management at OpenTable. "Our Apple Watch app is a natural extension of our popular iPhone app and Pay with OpenTable feature, and it offers an innovative and convenient way for diners to engage with OpenTable while they're on the go."
At a glance, the OpenTable app for Apple Watch reminds diners of their upcoming reservation, shows them how to get there and keeps them on time with an elegant countdown interface. The app also notifies diners when they're dining at a participating Pay with OpenTable restaurant and prompts them to view and pay their check with a couple of taps of their OpenTable app for iPhone, which is integrated with Apple Pay.
Diners can get OpenTable for Apple Watch on the App Store or in the Apple Watch App on iPhone; find out more information on the OpenTable blog.
About OpenTable
OpenTable, part of The Priceline Group (NASDAQ: PCLN), is the world's leading provider of online restaurant reservations, seating more than 16 million diners per month via online bookings across more than 32,000 restaurants. The OpenTable network connects restaurants and diners, helping diners discover and book the perfect table and helping restaurants deliver personalized hospitality to keep guests coming back. The OpenTable service enables diners to see which restaurants have available tables, select a restaurant based on verified diner reviews, menus, and other helpful information, and easily book a reservation. In addition to the company's website and mobile apps, OpenTable powers online reservations for nearly 600 partners, including many of the Internet's most popular global and local brands. For restaurants, the OpenTable hospitality solutions enable them to manage their reservation book, streamline their operations, and enhance their service levels. Since its inception in 1998, OpenTable has seated more than 760 million diners around the world. The Company is headquartered in San Francisco, California, and the OpenTable service is available throughout the United States, as well as in Canada, Germany, Japan, Mexico, and the UK.
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QVC for Apple Watch® is now available in the US, UK and Germany
WEST CHESTER, Pa., April 24, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Starting today, QVC, the global leader in video and ecommerce retail, will allow consumers to engage with QVC content via real-time updates and notifications within the Apple Watch(® )app. Initially available in the US, UK and Germany, QVC for Apple Watch(®) will sync with and extend the functionality of the QVC app for iPhone(®).
With a tap of the QVC icon (the 'Q' logo) on the home screen, customers can see QVC's most popular content - the 'Item on Air,' the product currently being shown live on air, and the Today's Special Value(®), QVC's best find of the day. Another tap brings up a close-up product shot with pricing and product details. Customers can then complete their transaction on their iPhone. Additionally, users who opt in to receive push notifications will see real-time alerts of what's currently on air on the Apple Watch home screen, and will be able to see additional information by clicking directly on the QVC icon.
"As wearables continue to serve as an extension of the mobile and tablet experience, the Apple Watch app demonstrates QVC's commitment to investing in new technologies that deliver a fun, seamless and intuitive customer experience," said Alex Miller, senior vice president, digital commerce at QVC. "Our customers tend to be early adopters of technology and we believe they will enjoy this new way of discovering the latest from the brands and products they have come to love, now with a simple glance at their wrist."
QVC for Apple Watch will continue to evolve, offering new features and capabilities over time.
"The functionality of the app will only continue to get more robust. With customer feedback over time, we plan to provide users with a more interactive and engaging on-body experience," continued Miller. "The developer team here had a lot of fun with this, and we know our customers will enjoy it too."
Last year, QVC introduced Apple's Touch ID((TM)) sensor technology for its iPhone app, giving customers the option to log in to their QVC accounts using just their fingertip to authenticate their identity. QVC also introduced enhanced second screen capabilities on the QVC app for iPad, synchronizing products on air to a consolidated product view on the iPad, and further establishing its necessity as a companion tool during QVC on-air programming.
"The launch of the Apple Watch app is the most recent milestone of our multi-year strategy to build a robust and scalable global technology platform," said Venkatesh Natarajan, vice president of IT commerce platforms at QVC. "The strategy's underlying technology architecture has been instrumental in delivering new capabilities efficiently to our customers across the globe. It also enables us to be more agile and capable of incorporating new features, like TouchID, with ease."
The QVC app for iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch is available for free in the App Store. The Apple Watch app, also available on a user's iPhone, works with the iPhone 5, iPhone 5s, iPhone 5c, iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus.
About QVC
QVC, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Liberty Interactive Corporation (NASDAQ: QVCA, QVCB), is the world's leading video and ecommerce retailer. QVC is committed to providing its customers with thousands of the most innovative and contemporary beauty, fashion, jewelry and home products. Its programming is distributed to approximately 300 million homes worldwide through operations in the U.S., Japan, Germany, United Kingdom, Italy and a joint venture in China. Based in West Chester, Pa. and founded in 1986, QVC has evolved from a TV shopping company to a leading ecommerce and mobile commerce retailer. The company's website, QVC.com, is ranked among the top general merchant Internet sites. QVC, Q, and the Q Ribbon Logo are registered service marks of ER Marks, Inc.
MicroStrategy Unveils Usher for Apple Watch Providing Enterprise Security Capabilities
Transforms Apple Watch into a Digital Key to Secure and Unlock Applications, Workstations, or Physical Entryways
TYSONS CORNER, Va., April 24, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- MicroStrategy® Incorporated (Nasdaq: MSTR), a leading worldwide provider of enterprise software platforms, today announced that MicroStrategy Usher(TM) is now available for Apple Watch. Enterprises deploying Usher will now be able to use Apple Watch as a secure digital key, enabling wearers to log into enterprise business systems, unlock devices, validate personal identity, and open physical entryways with a simple gesture or tap.
One of the first Apple Watch integrations directly addressing the needs of the enterprise, MicroStrategy Usher for Apple Watch leverages the unique features of the Apple Watch, including Glances, Notifications, and Force Touch, seamlessly enabling the new device to be used for a broad range of business security applications. The app is designed to detect a vast range of business systems, hardware and physical entryways as users approach. Users receive push notifications on their Apple Watch prompting them to unlock their workstation, log into a system, or open a doorway with a simple tap or gesture on the device.
"Apple Watch is the ideal platform to replace the password, plastic card, and metal key," said Michael Saylor, CEO, MicroStrategy Incorporated. "By integrating Apple Watch, iPhone, and Touch ID with enterprise applications, resources, and business processes, Usher for Apple Watch brings a new level of convenience, capability, safety, and security to the marketplace."
Usher for Apple Watch is part of the MicroStrategy Usher platform, which launched in early 2015. MicroStrategy Usher is an enterprise-grade security solution that provides secure authentication for business processes and applications across the enterprise. The platform replaces traditional forms of identity such as IDs, passwords, and tokens with biometric mobile identity and multi-factor authentication, all from a single mobile app. Usher provides streamlined administrative capabilities that let organizations easily set up and enforce biometric security with geo-fencing, time-fencing, and Touch ID access on mobile devices.
About MicroStrategy Incorporated
Founded in 1989, MicroStrategy (Nasdaq: MSTR) is a leading worldwide provider of enterprise software platforms. The Company's mission is to provide enterprise analytics, mobility, and security platforms that are flexible, powerful, scalable, and user-friendly. To learn more, visit MicroStrategy online, and follow us on Facebook and Twitter.
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Austin Creative Technology Studio Takes Laughter Seriously
AUSTIN, Texas, April 24, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- When it comes to comedy, Chaotic Moon Studios, a creative technology studio in Austin, TX, takes laughter seriously, as evidenced by their sponsorship of the Moon Tower Comedy & Oddity Festival for the second year in a row. The fourth annual festival, which boasts such headliners as Patton Oswalt, Wanda Sykes, Maria Bamford and John Mulaney, and runs April 22-25.
While most companies are content to have their logos appear throughout the festival, Chaotic Moon produced five, two-minute comedic videos of their own that ran before the fifty-plus shows across the festival's seven theatre venues.
"We have a good relationship with Ben Lamm, Chaotic Moon's CEO," said Jim Ritts, CEO and executive director of The Austin Theatre Alliance, "so we knew whatever they were planning was going to be hilarious and well-executed."
Turning the concept of sponsorship on it's head, Lamm decided it would be funnier if they portray themselves as a company the festival instantly regrets partnering with. Even Ritts was surprised by the companies' bold, self-deprecating theme: Chaotic Moon Studios, "The Sponsor From Hell."
"Most people think comedy and technology make strange bedfellows," said Lamm, "but not us. We pride ourselves on designing premium, user-centric digital experiences for the biggest brands in the world. Just like great comedy, when a digital product sucks, it's immediately obvious. Both require incredible focus, talent and creative innovation."
For Chaotic Moon, the festival is a great opportunity to support local and international comedy talent. "It's also a great event for our clients and let's us reward our entire organization," said Lamm. "Our team works very hard, they deserve to kick back and have some fun at the show."
The videos feature a series of increasingly outrageous exchanges between Lamm, played by Chaotic Moon's EVP of Technology, C.K. Sample, and the actual Jim Ritts. Among other things, the sketches parody the involuntary tattooing of festival comedians, an attempted blackmailing of Jerry Seinfeld and a menacing taser drone employed to persuade Ritts into Lamm's way of thinking. The rest of the cast is made up of Chaotic Moon employees, including a cameo by Mike Erwin, Chaotic Moon's co-founder and CFO, as an annoyed elevator repairman.
Originally, Lamm was cast to play himself, but his heavy travel schedule, due to the company's rapid growth and new offices in Dallas and Houston, caused a last minute casting change. "I was bummed, but I knew C.K. and Jim would kill it, and they did."
NEW YORK, April 23, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- MLBAM officially announced R.B.I. Baseball 15, with Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo on its cover, launched today for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch.
The mobile version of R.B.I. Baseball 15 is available for a one-time price of $4.99 from the App Store on iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. This year's edition of the iconic game delivers new features to fans' mobile gaming experiences, including regular roster updates based on Major League transactions and the following:
-- SAVING SEASONS: New to mobile - save a season progress mid-game.
-- BALLPARKS: Newly crafted authentic MLB ballpark designs for all 30
franchises.
-- ROSTERS: Set an active 25-man roster from each franchise's 40-man
roster.
-- STAT TRACKING: Track batting and pitching statistics in season mode
-- GAMEPLAY SETTINGS: Pick the competition level - Easy, Medium or Hard.
R.B.I. Baseball 15 is developed by MLBAM and officially licensed by MLB and MLBPA. It also is available as a digital download for Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft via the ID@Xbox self-publishing program, and the PlayStation(®)4 computer entertainment system.
Also coming this year, R.B.I. Baseball 15 will be available for personal computers (PC, MAC) via the Steam platform, expected to launch next week. The Steam platform also currently has R.B.I. Baseball 15 available for pre-order. The game also will be launching soon on Google Play for supported Android smartphones and tablets.
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Holographic Optical Technologies Launches Kickstarter, Offering True 3D Holograms
AUGUSTA, Ga., April 23, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Holographic Optical Technologies, innovator in the field of medical holography, has made its Voxgram hologram technology available to the consumer market through its just-launched Kickstarter campaign:
The company is debuting its first consumer product through the campaign, the eight-inch Voxbox hologram viewer. This product is offered as a reward, along with its more established, medical-grade unit, the Voxbox Pro.
Kickstarter backers may choose from a variety of prerecorded 3D holograms, but the company also encourages its backers to think big, and is thus offering an option allowing backers to create their own custom holograms. According to the campaign, "nearly any set of 3D data" can be made into a custom Voxgram hologram, including 3D photographs, video game characters, or architectural and engineering models.
Tech-savvy backers will also be able to choose the company's Developer Kit as a reward. This kit includes all of the electronic and optical hardware needed to build a Voxbox hologram viewer, and the 3D printer files needed to produce the viewer's structural components and exterior housing. The company invites backers to incorporate the Voxgram Developer Kit to their own creative projects, and hopes to make low-cost holography accessible to all.
The company's larger, 22-inch Voxbox Pro is being offered at a discounted rate to encourage physicians and professionals to bring holography into their practices. Medical holography has obvious benefits to physicians for diagnostic purposes, and, patients can also benefit the most from seeing a hologram. When a patient sees a Voxgram hologram, they immediately have a better understanding of their condition versus viewing other forms of medical imaging such as 2D images from CT and MR scans.
Other industries may also benefit from holography. Architects and engineers can show the details of their projects as easily understandable holograms. Real estate professionals can use holography for display or advertising to give potential buyers full color, 3D models of properties without leaving the office.
The company hopes to use this campaign as a showcase for how true 3D holography may enter mainstream culture. Since Voxgram holograms can be made from almost any 3D data, the applications are nearly limitless. Any field where visual media is used, such as advertising, entertainment, education, the arts, and science can be enhanced through the use of holography.
Appster Provides Acceleration Of App Availability For The Apple Watch For Start-ups And Small Businesses
To Help Drive Innovation on the New Apple Watch, Appster is Providing a Limited-Time Promotion of a Free Apple Watch App to Companies that Select Appster to Build Their iPhone App
SAN FRANCISCO, April 23, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Appster, Australia's and North America's fastest growing mobile app and product development company, today announced a limited-time promotion for all companies that want to have an app for the Apple Watch. This promotion is a fast, cost-effective way for businesses to establish mindshare and market share among Watch owners, whom some analysts predict could approach 40 million worldwide by the end of this year.
Developing for the Watch requires special skills in areas such as power efficiency, minimization of data communications, leveraging a tethered device usage model and the form factor's unique UX/UI design considerations. High-quality app development also is key for ensuring that the Watch category gets off to a great start and lives up to its potential.
Appster enables businesses to ensure that their Watch apps provide a great user experience from day one, creating a positive buzz and ultimately convincing more people to buy a Watch, thus expanding the app's addressable market. Appster also is a way for those businesses to avoid the challenge of justifying internal development overhead on a device that, at least initially, has a smaller user base than the smartphone and tablet markets.
"Apple Watch will enable businesses to play a bigger, better part in their customers' lives, which is why savvy business owners know they need a Watch app immediately," said Mike Wehrs, Head of Appster's US Operations and Global Chief Marketing Officer. "This promotion is an ideal opportunity for those visionaries to begin serving Watch owners, leveraging the buzz that Apple has created and establishing their leadership in a major new device category."
For details on how to participate in this promotion please call +1-844-APPSTER (+1-844-277-7837).
About Appster
Appster is the fastest growing mobile app and product development company in Australia; on track to becoming the most disruptive and innovative app company in the world. Founded in 2011 by Mark McDonald and Josiah Humphrey, Appster is more than an app company. Appster is an ideas and execution company which endeavours to solve real issues for startups and small businesses.
With offices currently in Australia, India and America, Appster works with disruptive game changing entrepreneurs and large enterprises looking to innovate business models with mobile-first technology.
WatchGuard Technologies Targets 'Time Crime' in its Newest Fireware Operating System Upgrade
Up to 80 percent of employee web time has nothing to do with work; 'cyberloafing' or 'time crime' can drain organizational profits as much as network breaches
Fireware OS upgrade makes it easy to set time and data quotas; also includes ability to set policies using names not numbers so "216.176.177.72' is now 'http://icanhas.cheezburger.com/'
SAN FRANCISCO, April 23, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- RSA Conference -- WatchGuard Technologies, a global leader in multi-function firewalls, today announced the newest version of its agile Fireware® Operating System, which makes it easy to control the amount of data employees have access to, including when and for how long. Given that up to 80 percent of employees' time on the Internet each day has nothing to do with work,(i) it's estimated that organizations lose as much as $4,500 per employee every year due to "cyberloafing" or "time crime."(ii)
"Most companies realize that employees perform better with a breather and limited non-work-related activity, but the key is to find a balance between the two," said Brendan Patterson, director of product management for WatchGuard. "Our newest version of Fireware OS, 11.10, makes it easy for IT pros to find the right mix by setting time and data quotas to ensure employees are happy without compromising productivity."
Fireware's new quota capabilities also extend to WatchGuard's guest access features. This allows hospitality and retail organizations to set parameters for guest access - ensuring no one guest can negatively affect the performance of the network for others.
The value is already clear for beta customers of the new Fireware OS upgrade. "It's excellent," said Jack Estes, managing partner at Aegis Technologies Partners. "For a relatively small company, this had immediate impact on productivity."
In addition to the time and data quota features, the new software also allows network administrators to set policies for websites using names not numbers, including a "wildcard" ability to conveniently cover multiple domains with one policy.
"Using names not numbers is not only easier and more intuitive for IT pros to set policies, our wildcard functionality means they can catch all IP addresses within a given domain without having to set policies for each one," said Patterson. "A good example would be icanhas.cheezburger.com, memebase.cheezburger.com, failblog.cheezburger.com, it goes on and on. Having that wildcard ability to collectively capture all those sites gives the IT pro tons of efficiency in putting policies against particular groups of websites."
Patterson adds that Fireware's names not numbers functionality also takes considerably less processing power than competing solutions because WatchGuard does not do a reverse look up during each transaction to update IP addresses. "While our solution has the processing horsepower, it's not necessary to waste it on this function. WatchGuard's approach is a much more efficient use of resources," notes Patterson.
WatchGuard Fireware 11.10 is available for all WatchGuard XTM and Firebox network security appliances, and is available to customers starting in April 2015. For complete feature information please click here.
For additional statistics on cyberloafing at work, download the WatchGuard infographic today.
About WatchGuard Technologies, Inc.
WatchGuard® Technologies, Inc. is a global leader of integrated, multi-function business security solutions that intelligently combine industry standard hardware, best-of-breed security features, and policy-based management tools. WatchGuard provides easy-to-use, but enterprise-powerful protection to hundreds of thousands of businesses worldwide. WatchGuard is headquartered in Seattle, Wash. with offices throughout North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America. To learn more, visit WatchGuard.com.
For additional information, promotions and updates, follow WatchGuard on Twitter @WatchGuardTech on Facebook, or on the LinkedIn Company page.
WatchGuard is a registered trademark of WatchGuard Technologies, Inc. All other marks are property of their respective owners.
(i) Kansas State University, Computers in Human Behavior, January 2013
(ii) Learnstuff.com, Social Media At Work, October 2012
SAN DIEGO, April 23, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony today has announced two new high-performance ZEISS® lenses zoom lenses - a standard zoom and a wide-angle zoom - for its alpha A-mount system.
Designed for professionals and high-end photo enthusiasts, the new Vario-Sonnar T* 24-70mm F2.8 ZA SSM II (model SAL2470Z2) standard zoom and Vario-Sonnar T* 16-35mm F2.8 ZA SSM II (model SAL1635Z2) wide angle zoom lenses deliver significant improvements in image quality, ghost reduction and AF performance over their predecessors and add a rugged dust- and moisture-resistant design.
The new zoom lenses are ideal partners to Sony's alpha A-mount family of interchangeable lens cameras, including the highly acclaimed alpha99 and alpha77 II models. With the addition of an optional mount adaptor, they're also compatible with alpha E-mount cameras such as the alpha7 series.
The new Vario-Sonnar T* 24-70mm F2.8 ZA SSM II and Vario-Sonnar T* 16-35mm F2.8 ZA SSM II models achieve legendary ZEISS image quality thanks to ZEISS T* coating on their optical surfaces that minimizes ghosting and flare plus aspherical and ED (extra-low dispersion) glass elements that suppress aberration and minimize distortion.
Additionally, the new models feature enhanced AF capabilities compared to their predecessors, delivering approximately 4x the subject tracking speed thanks to their SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor) system and faster, more powerful processing in the lens LSI. This advanced AF performance makes the new lenses an ideal complement to the impressive 4D focus system on select alpha camera bodies like the alpha77 II model, and a great choice for shooting fast moving subjects like sports, wildlife or young children.
Pricing and Availability
The new Vario-Sonnar T* 24-70mm F2.8 ZA SSM II (model SAL2470Z2) standard zoom and Vario-Sonnar T* 16-35mm F2.8 ZA SSM II (model SAL1635Z2) wide angle zoom lenses will be available this June for about $2100 and $2250, respectively.
The new lenses and all other Sony alpha camera bodies and accessories are sold at authorized retailers throughout the Sony dealer network.
Please follow #SonyAlpha on twitter for the latest alpha camera news.
Turing Robotic Industries to launch first Turing Phone
Groundbreaking device brings unprecedented materials and authentication technology to the smartphone market
SAN FRANCISCO, April 23, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Turing Robotic Industries (TRI), the pioneer in trustworthy mobile device technology, today announced that its flagship Turing Phone will launch in summer, 2015. The first-of-its-kind smartphone is a breakthrough in trustworthy communications and mobile engineering.
Using TRI's decentralized authentication technology, each Turing Phone is capable of directly verifying the identity of other Turing devices without the need for a third-party Key Center. This end-to-end authentication creates a protected communications network that is entirely insulated from cyber-threats and privacy intrusions. Within this circle of trust, users can exchange sensitive data such as social security numbers or bank wiring instructions and know that the information will reach only the device intended.
TRI's technology provides a dramatic improvement over the logic of Identity-Based Encryption, because both the master public key and the unique private key are anonymously pre-bundled into the phone.
"Building trustworthy communications on the mobile internet has been a challenge," said S.Y.L. Chao, CEO of TRI. "Our vision with the Turing Phone is to help mobile users navigate within a circle of trust. We're beginning with the smartphone and plan to rapidly extend this technology into robotics and other domains linked to the Internet of Things, where security concerns are a huge impediment to innovation."
The Turing Phone also features a revolutionary design that is both tougher than conventional materials and more sustainable from a production perspective. The Turing Phone is molded from a single unit of Liquidmorphium(TM), an amorphous alloy of zirconium, copper, aluminum, nickel and silver that provides greater tensile strength than either titanium or steel, protecting the phone from shock and screen breakage.
Liquidmorphium(TM) was developed by Prof. Lugee Li, founder of New Technology and Material, Inc., and material scientist Dr. Atakan Peker, co-inventor of the liquidmetal alloy. The Turing Phone body can be produced at a near 100 percent yield rate with minimal waste.
"With efficient production using Liquidmorphium(TM), the Turing Phone can be produced at a cost and scale that will allow trustworthy networks to develop exponentially," says Li.
Inspired by Alan Turing's work in mathematics, cryptography and artificial intelligence, Turing Robotic Industries Corp. (TRI) builds trustworthy mobile technologies. The company's mission is to help individuals and organizations create trustworthy networks in which communications and data are safe from cyber threats. The Turing Phone, the company's flagship liquid-metal phone, facilitates this mission by employing a decentralized authentication methodology using static key exchange. Turing's anonymous key distribution infrastructure is able to provide unique identifiers and trustworthy connectivity for an infinite number of devices. Turing Robotic Industries is based in San Francisco, California and Shenzhen, China. To learn more, visit http://www.turingri.com
Allegro DVT Introduces Keepixo, the Spin-off of its Broadcast Business
GRENOBLE, France, April 23, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --
Allegro DVT, a leading provider of H.264 and HEVC solutions, is proud to introduce its
new affiliate Keepixo, specifically dedicated to its broadcast business.
Allegro DVT is well-known in the field of video compression and currently has two
business units:
- Broadcast business unit: development of OTT & IPTV encoding software and
appliances for broadcasters and service providers
- Semiconductor business unit: development of compliance streams and hardware
video IPs for chipset manufacturers
Keepixo has been created to rationalize these two entities and to focus more
efficiently on the rapidly growing software-based head-end market.
"Over the last 10 years, Allegro has developed world-class software-based head-end
solutions. Our technology has been used by more than 130 customers including 40 tier-1
operators. Thanks to this unique expertise, Keepixo is perfectly positioned to benefit
from the rapid expansion of the software-based head-end market," said Pierre Marty,
Allegro DVT's CEO.
Keepixo is dedicated to offering a complete range of components that broadcasters and
service providers need for creating their OTT TV preparation & delivery chain, including:
- Genova Live: high density software-based live H.264 / HEVC encoder. Up to
18 HD HEVC services per RU
- Genova File: file encoder for 4K 10 bit VOD
- Genova Origin: for delivery, including Catch-Up, Start-Over, Time-Shift and
nPVR functions
Using software as its base, the Genova product line facilitates deployment, and can be
quickly upgraded with new functions or codecs for the rapidly changing OTT environment.
"The creation of Keepixo will improve our visibility, brand awareness, and our ability
to develop innovative solutions for our customers," said Jerome Blanc, Keepixo's Product
Manager.
Keepixo will be exhibiting its products under its new name for the first time at TV
Connect, booth 154.
About Allegro DVT
Allegro DVT is a major player in the field of H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC, VP9 solutions,
including industry standard compliance test suites, and AVC/HEVC/VP9 encoder, codec and
decoder hardware (RTL) IPs. Allegro DVT products have been chosen by more than 80 major IC
providers. For more information, visit Allegro DVT's website or contact
info@allegrodvt.com.
Keepixo is a leading provider of software-based head-end solutions for IPTV & OTT. It
offers live and file video encoders, and delivery solutions to provide advanced functions
such as Catch-Up, Start-Over and nPVR. Using its cloud-ready software solutions, Keepixo
can combine the best of performance, flexibility and scalability giving its customers
tailored solutions. For more information, visit Keepixo's website or contact us at
info@keepixo.com.
Whirlpool Brand Launches #ItsAllCare to Celebrate the Different Ways We Care
"LunchBox Dad" and Whirlpool Want to See the Unique Ways Your Family Cares
BENTON HARBOR, Mich., April 23, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- This spring, as people recognize moms, dads and teachers, what better time to highlight the unique ways people choose to care for one another daily? That's why Whirlpool brand, along with Beau Coffron of the popular blog Lunchbox Dad, is inviting people from around the country to shoot a video or take a photo of the special, unexpected, creative or sometimes even crazy ways people express care, using the hashtag #ItsAllCare or uploading at whirlpool.com. Everyone may do the washing, drying, cooking and cleaning a little differently, whether it is Dad's signature pancake flip or Mom's quirky mop dance, but no matter how it is done, #ItsAllCare.
"I started making my kids these bento box lunches with a twist, because it was my way of having fun with them. It's inspired other families, which is why I'm excited to be partnering with Whirlpool to share my own creations," said Beau Coffron, author of the blog Lunchbox Dad. "I love that they are encouraging people to celebrate their unique approaches to the daily cooking, cleaning, or washing and sending the message that no matter how it's done, it counts. That's powerful."
Whirlpool brand is continuing its mission to prove the value of care that its products are part of everyday. As an extension of the Every day, care(TM) campaign, #ItsAllCare is about showing how even the smallest acts of care can have a powerful impact on the people in our lives and the world in which we live.
"People are already sharing such amazing examples of care on social media. It's important to fuel the conversation and shine a light on the meaningful impact even the smallest acts of care can have and often times bring laughter and joy," said Jon Hall, senior brand manager Whirlpool brand. "Being able to show your loved ones care in your own unique way is exactly what #ItsAllCare is all about."
If you think you or your loved one has a funny or silly way they show care, be sure to join in on the conversation by visiting whirlpool.com or find us on Facebook at facebook.com/whirlpoolusa or Twitter at @WhirlpoolUSA using the hashtag, #ItsAllCare.
About Whirlpool Brand
For more than one hundred years, Whirlpool brand has been inspired by how people care for their families. Whirlpool brand is designing home appliances that are focused on improving how families give and get the care they need with the latest technologies and innovations - whether that means most flexible refrigerator storage for all types of family needs, induction technology for efficient cooking and easier cleaning or laundry pairs that sense and adapt to clothes with the latest in connected technologies. Whirlpool brand is part of Whirlpool Corporation, the world's leading manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances. Whirlpool Corporation is also one of Habitat for Humanity's largest corporate partners for over 15 dedicated years, donating a refrigerator and range to every new Habitat for Humanity home built in North America. For more information on Whirlpool brand, please visit Whirlpool.com/everydaycare or find us on Facebook at facebook.com/whirlpoolusa or Twitter at @WhirlpoolUSA. Additional information about the company can be found at whirlpoolcorp.com.
About Beau "The Lunchbox Dad"
Beau Coffron is a married dad with three kids who lives in the San Francisco Bay Area. He has appeared on Good Morning America, The Steve Harvey Show, as well as other television shows. He has also been featured in places such as ABCNews.com, The Huffington Post,Yahoo.com, and in People Magazine. He and his daughter have been on television and radio multiple times showing families useful products and teaching them how to make creative lunches. They have also taught classes on healthy and fun eating for Whole Foods Market. He also blogs for The HuffingtonPost and LifeOfDad.com.
Good Technology Enables Enterprise Security, Manageability and Business-Class Collaboration for Apple Watch
Device policy control and Good Work now available on Apple Watch for IT to manage and secure corporate email and calendar notifications on "wear your own devices"
SUNNYVALE, Calif., April 23, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Good Technology(TM), the leader in secure mobility, today announced it is the first enterprise mobility management (EMM) vendor to support policy management and business-class productivity on Apple Watch(TM) devices. Good is now providing management and control of Good Work(TM) email and calendar notifications, while Good Mobile Device Management supports iOS 8.2 MDM controls for Apple Watch as well. Built on the Good Dynamics® Secure Mobility Platform, these capabilities allow enterprises to unite usability and enterprise-grade security while delivering investment protection to IT in the ever-changing mobility landscape.
Wearable technology is transforming the enterprise mobility conversation. IDC estimates a market of 111.9 million units by 2018(1), and the rapid growth of wearables being brought into the enterprise will soon require companies to embrace these connected devices as they did with smartphones and tablets. Likewise, it's imperative that IT has policy controls available to support wearables, increasing employee productivity and device choice without endangering sensitive corporate data.
"The success of secure mobility for enterprises depends on their ability to embrace new devices and enable seamless, secure access to enterprise data without impacting the amazing consumer experiences of the products themselves," said Christy Wyatt, chairman and CEO of Good Technology. "Good's leadership in mobile security and rapid pace of innovation enabled us to deliver support for Android Wear with our Good Work app in March. Today we are proud to announce support for the Apple Watch, demonstrating our continued commitment to provide the management and security tools our customers require."
Good Work support for Apple Watch is available immediately. With Good Work a user now has the ability to glance at a wristwatch to quickly scan email subjects and see basic details about upcoming meetings. IT administrators can easily control the content of the notifications via a simple web based management console. For example, IT has granular permissions to configure whether the level of detail shown in notifications is sender and subject only, or generic. For organizations that implement MDM policies on devices, Good supports the new Apple Watch wrist detection restriction.
According to Forrester Research's "The Enterprise Wearables Journey" report from March 2015, wearables are now a legitimate enterprise priority. "Even just a year ago, enterprise wearables remained more theoretical than practical. But, as Forrester predicted, the enterprise became the hotspot for wearable technology. Today, 51 percent of technology and business leaders identify wearables as a critical, high, or moderate priority for their organization."(2)
(1) IDC, "Worldwide Wearable Computing Market Gains Momentum with Shipments Reaching 19.2 Million in 2014 and Climbing to Nearly 112 Million in 2018, Says IDC," April 10, 2014.
(2) Forrester Research, "The Enterprise Wearable Journey," J.P. Gownder, March 26, 2015.
About Good Technology
Good Technology is the leader in secure mobility, delivering solutions across all stages of the mobility lifecycle for enterprises and governments worldwide. Good offers a comprehensive, end-to-end solutions portfolio, consisting of a suite of collaboration applications, a secure mobility platform, mobile device management, unified monitoring, management and analytics, and a third-party application and partner ecosystem. More than 6,200 organizations in 189 countries use Good Technology, including 100% of the FORTUNE® 100 commercial banks and aerospace and defense firms as well as leaders across healthcare, manufacturing and retail. Learn more at http://www.good.com.
Statements concerning industry growth, future prospects, business outlook, and product availability and plans are forward looking statements that involve a number of uncertainties and risks. This information is intended to outline our general product direction and it should not be relied upon in making purchasing decisions. It is not a commitment, promise or legal obligation to deliver any material, code or functionality and the development, release and timing of any features or functionality described for our products remains at Good's sole discretion.